By Town Crier Report

Leadership Education ADvancement is accepting applications for the 2001-2002 series. LEAD is a community involvement education course aimed at Los Altos area residents interested in learning more about their community and how to become involved. The course is sponsored by the Los Altos Community Foundation and organized by three volunteers from the foundation board.

The eight-month course meets the fourth Monday from 7-9 p.m., starting Sept. 24, through May, except in December. Meetings are held in community locations relating to the topic of the month, and appropriate guest speakers will lead discussions.

Topics to be covered include local government, commerce, education, the library and history museum, social services and health, recreation, youth activities and the arts and community service organizations. Volunteer opportunities are highlighted.

More than 70 people have completed the course since 1996. Many have become involved in community volunteer and leadership positions.

There is a one-time cost of $50 for incidental expenses. Those interested in an application or more information should contact Marge Bruno, at 941-6570 or e-mail mmbruno@aol.com.