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AUGUST: e Month at Moves at Its Own Pace August has a funny way of making time seem to slow down. The days are long, the afternoons are warm, and even the neighborhood squirrels appear to be conserving energy. Around our community, August is less about racing through the day and more about enjoying the little moments. Morning walks are still popular, although many of us have become expert weather forecasters. "Better get going before it hits 90 degrees!" has become the unofficial community motto. By lunchtime, you'll find most residents practicing another important summer activity — staying comfortably indoors with a good book, a puzzle, or perhaps a well-earned afternoon nap. Of course, the community pool remains one of the busiest places around. It's amazing how a quick swim can turn into an hour- long visit filled with laughter, vacation stories, gardening tips, and recommendations for the best local tacos. August is also prime tomato season. Gardeners seem to have only two settings: "I have no tomatoes" or "Please take six pounds of tomatoes before I have to build another pantry." If someone knocks on your door carrying a paper bag, there's a good chance it's those lemons for lemonade you've been waiting for. As summer begins its gentle countdown toward fall, let's enjoy these sunny days, wave to our neighbors, and take time to appreciate the friendships that make our community such a wonderful place to call home. Here's wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and laughter-filled August. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and remember, September will arrive soon enough. There's no need to rush it! Message from the Board of Directors 2 | Four Seasons Hemet Herald | AUGUST 2026 | Sincerely, and on behalf of your Board of Directors, Cliff Post, Mary Reyna, Rick Adkins, Dan Ramos, Barbra Balser, Paul Barr, Pam Hayter Cliff Post, President Supervisor's Message By Supervisor Yxstian Gutierrez This month I want to share with you a wonderful non-profit organization, who provide legal assistance with civil matters in the areas of Consumer Protection and Debt Collection, Bankruptcy, Elder Fraud/Abuse, Family Law, Domestic Violence, Housing/Landlord- Tenant, Health Law, Public Benefits, Immigration and simple Estate Planning matters. Inland Counties Legal Services was originally founded as the Legal Aid Society of Riverside in 1958. The agency has evolved from a volunteer-based legal aid agency serving residents that are low-income of the City of Riverside into a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency legal aid agency serving the entire Inland Empire (Riverside and San Bernardino Counties) region of Southern California. Their impact in Riverside County in 2025 include: 20,704 Cases closed / 8,000+ Housing cases closed / 4,500+ Clients assisted in accessing & maintaining health care. Inland Counties Legal Services can be reached at: (888) 254-4257 (Intake Line) or (800) 977-4257 (Senior 60+ line)