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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO The San Juan Capistrano City Council on Tuesday delayed action on a move that would lift a moratorium on drive-up windows at businesses in town. That ban was put into place years ago after several fast-food restaurants opened blocks from the historic Mission. But with the closure of Sizzler in the area, In-N-Out Burgers wants to move to town. Council members generally seemed open to the change, but with specific regulations and creation of special discretionary permit that could be issued on a case-by-case basis and then taken away if the restaurant’s drive-up window causes traffic or other problems. Since In-N-Out’s interest in Capistrano, at least one other restaurant, Bravo Burger, has indicated it wants to add a drive-up window, and some businesses with drive-ups said they would remodel if they could do so without fear of losing their drive-up.

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The Dana Point Boaters Association has scheduled a special “Department of Homeland Security Briefing” meeting Thursday, April 15 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Cove Room at OC Sailing and Events Center, located at 34451 Ensenada Place at the Dana Point Harbor (near Baby Beach). The meeting is free to attend and open to all boaters as well as the general public. Along with guest speaker Ivan C. Cole Jr., Senior Patrol Agent, the briefing will include the history and current state of the Border Patrol, maritime smuggling, immigration enforcement and the new Joint Task Force that is addressing these issues. There will be an interactive question and answer period as well. For more information, contact Steve Carpenter at 714.715.8784 or send him an e-mail at stevecarpenter@ danapointboaters.org.

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…Sunday’s Earthquake and any Impact on SONGS? THE LATEST: San Clemente and the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station survived the 7.2-magnitude earthquake on Easter Sunday with no damage, officials said. The temblor, slightly south of the U.SMexico border hit at 3: 40 p.m. April 4, shaking most of Southern California. Overall, the quake was felt as an elongated, slow rolling one in Orange County. The hardest hit U.S. area was in Calexico, where damage forced police to cordon off the downtown area. Seismic waves from the earthquake rolled north into Southern California, alarming residents and sloshing water from swimming pools. Buildings swayed as far away as Phoenix and Las Vegas, however, most of the damage in the U.S. was limited to California’s southeastern Imperial Valley. Overall, no injuries or deaths were reported in the United States, although at least two people reportedly died in Mexico. The strong quake was followed by many other smaller aftershocks—at least five with magnitudes between 5.0 and 5.4 and all centered in Mexico. Meanwhile, about 5,300 Southern California Edison customers suffered power outages. The quake was also felt at the San Onofre power plant but the ground movement was limited. “The earthquake that occurred in Baja, [on Sunday] caused low-level ground movement at the San Onofre plant,” Southern California Edison spokesman Gil Alexander said. “The movement was not sufficient to prompt a shutdown but it did trigger a regulatory protocol known as an ‘unusual event.’” WHAT’S NEXT: Alexander said plant personnel have begun and will continue inspections. The Unit 3 reactor continues to operate at half power, as it has for several weeks to conserve fuel for the upcoming summer peak run. San Onofre is designed to withstand an earthquake of 7.0-magnitude five miles from the plant, meaning operators would be able to shut the units without any danger to the public. The April 4 quake occurred several hundred miles from the facility. The last quake www.sanclementetimes.com

of similar size in Baja California or Southern California was the 7.2 Landers quake in 1992. FIND OUT MORE: www.sce.com —David Zimmerle

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…Two Possible Sightings of the McStay family? THE LATEST: Possible sightings of the McStay family in Mérida and Barra Navidad, Mexico, have been reported, according to the McStay family Web site. Joseph McStay, his wife Summer and two children went missing abruptly on Feb. 4. Since then, no traces of phone calls have been found or evidence of foul play. Four days later on Feb. 8, the family’s Isuzu Trooper was found in San Ysidro, next to the Mexican border. After authorities scanned the computer of the family, the history of their internet browser showed that someone was seeking to find a way into Mexico without visas. Since their disappearance, the FBI, aerial drones and a large distribution of fliers have all aided in the search. Michael McStay, Joseph’s brother, also maintains there is promising evidence of the family’s whereabouts. “Two sightings occurred in Merida and Barra Navidad,” he said. “Joey owns property in Merida and he wouldn’t take off without telling us.” Last week, Michael McStay was handing out fliers on the border in hopes of finding someone who might have seen the family. “While I was on the border a Mexican police officer from Tijuana walked up to me,” he said. “I grabbed the person closest to me to interpret what the officer was saying. According to the translator this is the first time the officer heard of the investigation.” Michael McStay is also convinced that authorities have not done their best to find the family. “One of my questions was that if someone did a search on the PC, did they look for a specific destination,” he said. “The detective simply said ‘no’ and I’m not convinced. Truthfully I should be able to know this information.” WHAT’S NEXT: Michael McStay will travel with the FBI to Mexico this week.

FIND OUT MORE: Visit www.mcstayfamily. org —Jamal Al-Sarraf

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…Rattlesnakes This Spring?

THE LATEST: With spring in full swing, people are again exploring hiking trails in San Clemente and elsewhere. However, the potential threat of rattlesnakes might bring about some concern for those who are interested in these activities. “Watch where you sit and where you step,” said Department of Fish and Game Lt. Dan Sforza. Sforza said snakes are particularly active during spring when they come out of hibernation and warm themselves in the sun. When aggravated, rattlesnakes give a nasty, venomous bite. Rattlesnakes vary in color and type of venom. Most rattlesnakes possess necrotoxic venom, which breaks down the tissues of its victim. Other rattlesnakes, like the Mojave Green rattlesnake, have neurotoxic venom that is more serious, and affects the nervous system of its prey. Dr. Bruce S. Levine, veterinarian at the Bird and Exotic Animal Clinic of Orange County, said that rattlesnakes don’t always have a rattle. Hikers and campers should keep an eye out for the snakes, because the rattling sound may not always be heard. Dr. Levine said young rattlesnakes might not have a rattle yet because the rattle grows in size when the snakes shed their skin, and adult rattlesnakes can even lose their rattles on occasion. A rattlesnake bite can be deadly, so it’s important to look out for these creatures when enjoying the outdoors. WHAT’S NEXT: Rattlesnakes are characterized by varying shades of green or brown coloring and slanted eyes. The snakes often use their rattle to warn predators to stay away. They have large triangular shaped heads and tend to hide under rocks or logs. Bill Humphreys, the Marine Safety Chief for San Clemente Beaches Parks and Recreation, said it’s important to be especially cautious when walking or climbing around areas that might be a hiding place for a snake. Rattlesnakes often strike when they are startled or when they don’t have an easy route of escape.

Rattlesnakes are most commonly found in the outlying areas of San Clemente, Camp Pendleton, and in campsites. When rattlesnake bites occur, Dr. Levine recommends getting the area treated with anti-venom within one hour, because the venom spreads and causes more damage as time goes on. Dr. Levine also suggested placing a tourniquet on the affected area after the bite to prevent the spread of venom. All three experts encourage people who see a rattlesnake, to just leave it alone. “If you ignore them, then they will ignore you,” Dr. Levine said. FIND OUT MORE: www.dfg.ca.gov/news/issues/snake.html —Heather Turney

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…Emergency Pipeline Repairs to the San Gabriel Force Main? THE LATEST: City Council members on Tuesday approved a $75,000 emergency engineering project that would allow for the immediate replacement of up to 280 feet of leaking polyethylene pipeline beneath El Camino Real, according to Assistant City Engineer David Rebensdorf. On March 22, the city’s Utilities Division noticed a wet section of asphalt in the intersection of El Camino Real and Avenida Barcelona directly above the pipe. When the pipeline was excavated, water was found coming from the 15-inch host pipe. A separate pothole at the intersection of Avenida Cadiz was made and it appears the leak is coming from the section of pipe between the intersection of Avenida Barcelona and Avenida Cadiz. The city’s San Gabriel Sewer Lift Station accepts sewage flows from the southern portion of the city. It pumps sewage through an 8-inch polyethylene main from Avenida San Gabriel to Avenida Cabrillo. The pipeline was installed in 1985 when it was sliplined into an existing 15-inch sewer line made from clay. WHAT’S NEXT: Because the leak is occurring within the sliplined section of pipe, leak detection equipment was unable to determine where the sewage was exiting the 8-inch main. The removal and replacement will be (Cont. on page 5) April 8–14, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 3

Eye on SC (Cont. from page 3) completed using the existing excavations to pull and push in a new pipeline through a host pipe and will need to be completed by a certified contractor. “We will know more when we pull the pipe out,” Rebensdorf said. While the pipeline is being repaired, sewage normally pumped through the pump station and forcemain is being bypassed into the city’s gravity sewer system. However, bypassing the pump station increases the risk of a sewer spill and human contact with sewage. There is no fiscal impact on the city’s main operating funds, as the project will be funded from the Sewer Fund Depreciation Reserve, Sewer System Rehabilitation, Project No. 24200. Construction of the emergency repairs will reduce the account balance from $124,000 to $49,000. FIND OUT MORE: www.san-clemente.org

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…Capistrano Unified Strife? THE LATEST: Capistrano Unified School District trustees faced a room full of rowdy teachers and others on March 31, but went ahead and imposed a contract with teachers that included a 3.7-percent pay cut and nine furlough days among other reductions. Teachers had hoped for something closer to the recommendation of an independent fact-finder, which recommended increasing class sizes and a 1 percent pay cut, among

other items. Trustees, however, said they feared the economic crisis was going to continue, and deeper, permanent cuts were needed. The move, in front of more than 200 in the board room and more than 100 others holding signs and chanting outside, was approved 6-1 with trustee Jack Brick dissenting. Student advisor Saam Alikhani also voted against it. “This is not a win-win,” said Trustee Mike Winsten, who represents the San Clemente area. “This is a lose-lose all around.” Winsten added the energy in the room was “impressive,” but urged those in attendance to turn their angry toward Sacramento, which supplies school funding. WHAT’S NEXT: Teachers were expected to meet for a potential strike vote the first week classes resume after Spring Break, which is now underway. Trustees next meet in a regular board session on April 13. FIND OUT MORE: See the Beyond the Blackboard blog at www.sanclementetimes.com —Jonathan Volzke

On the Bubble Other topics making news this week Public to comment on San Clemente Target Store: San Clemente residents were able to view, comment and weigh in Wednesday on Target’s plan for construction of a 142,000-square-foot store on 14.8 acres of land owned by the city at 990 Avenida

Vista Hermosa. City planning commissioners also reviewed the plan at Wednesday’s 6 p.m. public hearing at City Hall. The City of San Clemente is in the process of selling the site to Target for $13.8 million that will help fund construction of the La Pata/Vista Hermosa Sports park just across the street from the site. Planning commissioners will also consider reclassifying the land from residential to commercial and approving development permits. The land was zoned as commercial until 2007, but was rezoned by the city to help maximize the sale of the property. City Council chose Target’s offer from numerous other proposals from residential developers, and expect the store to create more jobs and generate more tax dollars that could help defray the ongoing costs of operation for the park. U.S. Border Patrol K-9 Unit Apprehends Suspected Hit-and-Run Driver Involved in Fatal Crash: A man suspected to be involved with a fatal hit-and-run case was arrested by a U.S. Border Patrol K-9 early Tuesday in San Clemente, after an unsuccessful attempt to elude authorities. Shortly after midnight on Monday, a U.S. Border Patrol K-9 unit responded to a request from the California Highway Patrol to help locate a 43-year-old male suspect who had just fled the scene of a fatal accident. The suspect was driving a 1993 Chevrolet Camaro, which struck the rear of a 2004 Ford Explorer, causing it to overturn. A 26-year-old man and his five-year-old son were ejected from the SUV. The man died at

the scene and his son was airlifted to a local hospital. The Border Patrol K-9 unit was able to locate the suspect near the San Onofre State Beach, while he was attempting to hide from local authorities. The suspect was arrested and has been charged by CHP for multiple felony offenses. To uphold its objective of reducing crime and improving the quality of life in border communities, the U.S. Border Patrol in San Diego Sector maintains strong partnerships with other law enforcement agencies.

SC Sheriff’s Blotter WHERE’S THE BLOTTER? With maintenance work being done on the Orange County Sheriff’s Department Web site, we were unable to access the Sherriff’s Blotter reports for the past week. The column will return next week.

• Status of Marblehead Residential/SunCal Project: SunCal representative Peter Johnson gave a presentation at Tuesday’s city council meeting concerning the status of the Marblehead residential SunCal project. He maintained the company has been fairly busy with maintenance operations as of late with bridge repair from last September now complete, along with outside fencing and repairs completed to a block wall that was damaged after a car had crashed through it. Moreover, homeless camps on the property have been removed by personnel and there are currently no homeless people living on the site, Johnson said. Irvine-based SunCal, which filed for bankruptcy in 2008, is also continuing maintenance on the preserve surrounding the site. He also maintained SunCal has received approval from a bankruptcy trustee to strengthen fencing between the northwest side of the development and Shorecliffs Middle School. Students at the school have been reportedly trying to escape through the fencing. “We’re looking for proposals on the fencing and that should be done by this week,” Johnson said. “There’s really a number of little items to report, but we are succeeding on them at the time.” • Family Assistance Ministries presents plaque to the city: The non-profit Family Assistance Ministries (FAM) presented a plaque to the city Tuesday as a thank you for a forgivable loan in the amount of $685,000 allowing the group to purchase the Gilchrist House which is a San Clemente shelter. The group closed escrow on the home recently, and will no longer be renting the property, which it has been doing since 2003. FAM also had a $968,000 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development grant which helped pay for the home.

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City and Community Calendar Thursday, April 8 Health Committee Meeting 2 p.m. San Clemente Collaborative group meeting at the Presbyterian Church Library. 119 N. Avenida de la Estrella, 949.205.2562, scccollaborative@gmail.com.

Neighborhood Committee Meeting 6:30 p.m. San Clemente Collaborative group meeting at St. Clement’s Episcopal Church. 202 Avenida Aragon, 949.205.2562, scccollaborative@gmail.com.

Coastal Advisory Committee Meeting 7 p.m. Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Chat with Pat 10:30 a.m. Health insurance help for seniors at the Senior Center. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org. www.sanclementetimes.com

Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.–11 a.m. The Library offers two weekly storytimes for children ages 3-5 on Wednesdays OR Thursdays through April 22. Advance signup is required; attendance is limited to 25. 242 Ave Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

Friday, April 9 State of the City 11:30 a.m. San Clemente officials speak on the city at Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club. Chamber members $45; prospective members $55. www.scchamber.com.

Saturday, April 10

Tuesday, April 13

Trail Clearing & Weeding

Afterschool Club

8 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Spend time in the beautiful outdoors and clear trails at the Donna O’Neill Conservancy. Free. 949.923.2210, www.theconservancy.org.

3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Activities for kids 5 and older at the Library through April 20. 242 Ave Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

Astronomy Night 6 p.m.–8 p.m. Gaze into the night sky through telescopes at The Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy. Adults $10, kids $5, members free. More info: 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy.org.

TGIF Party 12 p.m. Entertainment by folk guitarist Bob Pruitt at the Senior Center. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Fun on the Run 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. After-school activity program Monday through Friday at varying locations. More info: 949.361.8227, www.sanclemente.org.

tive duty, retired or honorably discharged Marines or FMF Navy Corpsman at the San Clemente Elk’s Lodge. 1505 N. El Camino Real, 949.493.4949, 949.361.9252.

CUSD Board Meeting

Sunday, April 11

Blood Drive 1 p.m.–7 p.m. Donate blood to the Red Cross at the Community Center. 100 N. Calle Seville, 714.427.2626, www.redcross.org.

South Coast Detachment Marine Corps League 7 p.m. Open to all ac-

Sierra Sage/Wildflower Walk 8:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Join the Sierra Sage chapter of the Sierra Club at The Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy on a wildflower walk. Adults $10, kids $5, members free. More info: 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy.org.

Monday, April 12 Toddlertime 10:30 a.m.–11 a.m. Events for children ages 2-3 with a parent at the Library on Monday OR Tuesday through April 20. 242 Ave Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

5:30 p.m. The Capo school district board meets in the Education Center Board Room, 33122 Valle Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.9200, www.capousd.org.

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting 7 p.m. Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Wednesday, April 14 Human Affairs Meeting 3 p.m. Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

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Border Check

Border Patrol agents at San Clemente checkpoint remain steadfast, vigilant By David Zimmerle San Clemente Times

t’s 11 a.m. on Tuesday and heading north on Interstate 5 just outside of San Clemente, there’s a definite slow in traffic. Nothing terrible has happened along this major corridor to facilitate gridlock, and just ahead, one can see the large metal overhang above the highway. This slow down can only mean one thing—the checkpoint is up and agents from the San Clemente border patrol checkpoint are physically on the watch. Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, whether the checkpoint is manned or not, agents are always watching. This particular flow of traffic, in what is formally known as the Western Corridor of the San Diego Sector Area of Responsibility for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, is on high alert. For most of us, our interactions at the checkpoint are minimal. Most drivers are usually waived through, leaving us to only bemoan the traffic delay. And Border Patrol agents remained tight-lipped when asked what they look for when stopping vehicles and questioning drivers or referring vehicles to a secondary inspection. The San Clemente station is responsible for far more than just manning the traffic checkpoint. The constant threats to our homeland security are numerous but illegal immigration, the smuggling of both humans and narcotics, and terrorism top the list. “I love this job because there’s never a typical day here,” said Community Relations Officer and Senior Patrol Agent Ivan Cole. “Day-to-day plans always change and always bring something new.” In the fiscal year of 2009, the San Clemente checkpoint netted a total of 4,697 arrests, 195 OTM (Other Than Mexican) apprehensions and 195 drug seizures. Some of the other numbers are also staggering for 2009 because those 195 drug seizures totaled 5,754 pounds of narcotics, with a street value estimated just north of $8.9 million—mostly marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine and barbiturates. Additionally, 172 vehicles were confiscated. So far in the fiscal year of 2010, Border Patrol agents at the San Clemente checkpoint have made 2,431 arrests and confiscated 2,916 pounds of drugs with a street value of about $14 million. The reason for the rise of the overall street value of drugs confiscated since last year? “Basically, we’re seeing a higher value of narcotics in overall poundage this year— more cocaine and more heroin,” Border Patrol Agent Michael Jimenez said. Adding to these statistics was a key incident on March 22 when U.S. Border Patrol agents working the I-5 checkpoint arrested two suspected drug smugglers after both men admitted they had swallowed packets of heroin. Agents originally stopped the men approaching the checkpoint in a taxi during the early afternoon of that day. The male passengers, both U.S. citizens, 21 and 19 years old, gave inconsistent stories to the agents, and upon further inspection, the men revealed they had ingested numerous wrapped packets of heroin. One admitted swallowing about 50 packets, while the other admitted Page 6 • San Clemente Times • April 8–14, 2010

“Basically, we’re seeing a higher value of narcotics in overall poundage this year—more cocaine and more heroin.” —Agent Michael Jimenez swallowing 17 packets. Nine days later, Border Patrol agents seized a marijuana stash valued at more than $386,000 hidden inside a load of furniture being hauled on the freeway about three miles north of the San Clemente checkpoint. Agents stopped a 33-year-old male U.S. citizen, who was driving a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck towing a flatbed trailer filled with furniture. As agents approached the vehicle, they noticed an odor, believed to be marijuana, emanating from the trailer. After the agents summoned a Border Patrol K-9 team to the scene, the dog alerted to the trailer area, where agents conducted a physical search. What they found was yet another foiled attempt in the transportation of illegal drugs—bundles of marijuana concealed inside the voids of several items of furniture. Agents ended up removing 65 bundles of marijuana weighing in at 773 pounds. In both cases, all of the suspects were arrested and turned over to the Drug Enforcement Administration, along with the contraband. Netting more expensive drugs this year than last, agents at the San Clemente checkpoint pick up what may slip through undetected past U.S. Border Patrol agents at what is commonly known as the “The Line,”—the U.S./Mexico border. “A great way to think about it is in terms of football,” Jimenez said. “There’s the U.S./Mexico Border which is a great line of defense, but stations like the San Clemente checkpoint also provide additional support like a linebacking crew or a secondary unit in football, which aim to catch what gets past that initial line.” Agent Cole supported the point. “Getting this job done doesn’t stop down by the border,” he said. “We like to think of our different stations as providing a multilayered approach. Those who want to cross

Top: A Border Patrol agent handles a large truck inspection. Above: A Border Patrol vehicle sits near the outflow of traffic at the checkpoint. Photos by David Zimmerle

the border illegally or carry on them illegal contraband know we’re up here, and that works great in our favor.” Eight total stations comprise the San Diego Area of Responsibility. In the Eastern Corridor are the Boulevard Station and Campo Station, in the Central Corridor are the El Cajon Station and Murrieta Station, while in the Western Corridor are the Brown Field Station, Chula Vista Station, Imperial Beach Station and San Clemente Station. Spread throughout all three corridors are seven checkpoints at Interstate 8 West, Interstate 8 East, Old Highway 80 East, Old Highway 80 West, State Route 94, Murrieta and San Clemente. The San Diego Sector Headquarters are also in the Western Corridor. Overall, there is 60 linear miles of border responsibility on land, 91 miles of coastal border responsibility and 7,000-plus square miles of inland responsibility for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The San Clemente checkpoint is special for several reasons. Originally located in Oceanside, the checkpoint was established upon the inception of the Border Patrol in 1924. In December 1968, upon completion of Interstate 5, a permanent checkpoint was established at the present site just five miles south of San Clemente. The station was first known as the Oceanside station, but officially changed its name to the San Clemente Station when moved to the I-5 checkpoint in 1971. Today, the San Clemente Station has a primary area of responsibility that encompass-

es about 566 square miles of inland terrain, including 40 miles of coastline. In response to the maritime threats, the San Clemente Station and Imperial Beach Station established the Coastal Border Enforcement Team (CBET) in 2009 to provide command, control and coordination of Border Patrol resources along the coastline. “We’ve been seeing a lot of activity coming from the coastline,” Cole said. “Especially in the form of panga boats.” The boats agent Cole refers to are usually in the form of 20- to 30-foot fishing boats that are launched from Mexico. Loaded with anywhere from 20 to 30 people at once, they travel at least 30 miles out to sea and have come ashore most recently at beaches in Encinitas and here in San Clemente at San Onofre State Beach near Trestles. Cole maintained well over 400 people were arrested coming in from the sea in 2009 and smuggler’s can net up to $7,000 per person from those who decide to cross the border this way. “It means more money for the smugglers when they try and get illegals into the country from the ocean,” Cole said. “Generally, they’ll get anywhere from $2,000 to $3,000 for people who cross the border on foot.” The job of protecting our borders is not easy, but then again, nothing worthwhile ever is. As the end of day approaches for most in San Clemente, the agents at the checkpoint continue their watch, guarding and improving the quality of life in this particular area, whose impact is felt on a local and national scale. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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News Bites

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Props, Recognitions and Morsels of Info

The public is invited to Town Hall Meeting (Take Two), to be held April 12 at 7 p.m. at the Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club. The purpose of this meeting is to provide a partnership between parents, teachers, the community and the Board to educate students. It is intended that the partnership will provide an educational environment in which students are assisted in realizing their full potential as responsible, productive and contributing members of society.

The “Memories of World War Two” exhibit at Casa Romantica Cultural Center continues with another featured attraction this month. On Thursday, April 8, at noon, Casa Romantica will hold the third in its series of Brown Bag Lunches in conjunction with the “Memories of World Two” exhibit. Former Japanese prisoner of war, Nadine Cohen of San Clemente, will tell her story of being a seven year-old captive in a Japanese prison camp in Manilla. Other former P.O.W.s are also planning to attend. This event is free to the public. More information is available at 949.498.2139, ext. 11.

The San Clemente High School “Grad Nite Committee” seeks donations and volunteers for Grad Nite 2010 on June 23. The theme this year is “Hang Ten.” The committee is seeking donations from businesses and individuals in the community who are interested in providing prizes, materials and money for fun and safe Grad Nite activities for the 2010 Senior Class. No monies from the school are used for this. Donations may be mailed to The Grade Nite Committee at P.O. Box 5762, San Clemente, CA 92674. Contact schsgradnite@yahoo.com if you are willing to fill the following positions, which are open to parents of all SCHS students: Volunteer Food, Grad Buck Chairperson, Bag Room Chairperson, Crafts Chairperson, Grad Nite, Staffing/volunteer recruiter, Volunteer Coordinator in training and Entertainment Coordinator in training.

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The Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area joined all Boys & Girls Clubs across America to celebrate National Boys & Girls Club Week, March 21-27, by hosting several events to emphasize the importance and value of the Clubs to the San Clemente community. The cost for parents to send their child to a Club is only $30 per year. More information is available from Andrew Brosche at 949.492.0376 or abrosche@bgcsca.org.

OC Human Relations is presenting a three-month series of Latino speakers for the Hispanic residents in San Clemente at Las Palmas Elementary School. On April 12, Dr. Ana Nogales, Founder and Clinical Director of Casa de la Familia, will give a presentation on Latino Empowerment and Mental Health from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.. On May 3, Eli Reyna, Director of Community Relations at OC Human Relations, will give a presentation on The Eleven Commandments: Advice from One Immigrant to Another from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and on June 3, Jess Araujo, Senior Founding Partner of the Law Firm of DiMarco, Araujo and Montevideo, APLC, will give a presentation Understanding the Law, Your Rights and Responsibilities from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. These are three great speakers with plenty of information and resources for the residents. More information is available from Rose Velasquez at 949.212.7423.

From left: TOPS Officers-Maria Hanxleden (Leader), Evelyn Fernandez (Co-leader), JoAnn Small (Secretary), Janna Senge (Treasurer), Ruth Brown (Weight Recorder). Courtesy photo

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), San Clemente Chapter CA 856, is celebrating its 43rd anniversary of mutual support among its members in a program of losing weight in a healthy and positive way and to reach their goal as set by their personal doctors. At the recent awards ceremony and installation of 2010 officers, member Doris Burge achieved her goal weight and became a KOPS (Keep Off Pounds Sensible) in 2009. TOPS is an international, nonprofit weight control program. Anyone interested in support for losing weight is welcome to drop in at the weekly TOPS meetings held Wednesdays at 9 a.m. at St. Clements Episcopal Church, 202 Avenue Aragon, in San Clemente, More information is available at www.tops.org.

Pet Tec Pet First Aid and CPR Class will hold an event April 10 and May 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Camp Bow Wow, 220 Calle Pintoresco. Learn skills from the certified trainers of AllWays Dogz–it that could literally save your pet’s life. Register at the front desk or by contacting AllWays Dogz at 949.433.9324 or info@allwaysdogz.com. u

San Clemente resident and Big Brother Gerhard Abel is celebrating the five-year anniversary of his match to Little Brother David through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County. The pair meets regularly Courtesy photo for relationship-building activities. Gerhard is an immigrant from Germany. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County welcomes donor support as well as additional volunteers. Male mentors are especially needed. For information, visit www.bigbrooc. org, or call 714.544.7773. u

Cameras will be rolling on April 11 at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott in Dana Point, as the casting team from Doron Ofir Casting searches for fantastic engaged couples at The Bridal Fair By-The-Sea. A major cable network is seeking engaged couples who would like some help planning their ultimate dream wedding for a brand new television show. A celebrity couple will work with you to create the perfect fairytale atmosphere on the most important day of your life. They are looking for couples getting married MaySeptember, 2010 who have amazing/outrageous stories to share about their big day and each other. u

The San Clemente Beaches, Parks & Recreation Foundation (SCBPR) and the City of San Clemente are celebrating the commencement of the construction of Phase 1B of the La Pata/ Vista Hermosa Sports Park & Aquatic Center at the upcoming Carnival Colossal & Expo. The community is invited to share in the merriment at the ceremony at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 17 at the site of the future park at 987 Vista Hermosa (near the intersection of Avenida La Pata and Avenida Vista Hermosa). San Clemente Mayor Jim Dahl and council members Lori Donchak, Bob Baker and Joe Anderson will be on hand to commemorate the event, which will be emceed by Scott Melcher. For more information on the Carnival & Expo, call the SCBPR Foundation at 949.276.8866 or Laura Ferguson at 949.361.8254.

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Saddleback Memorial Medical Center was recently named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Thomson Reuters, an independent health research organization. This makes them the only hospital in the greater Los Angeles and Orange County to receive this recognition. The award recognizes hospitals that have achieved excellence in clinical outcomes, patient safety, patient satisfaction, financial performance, and operational efficiency. This is the second time in three years Saddleback Memorial has been recognized with this honor. More information is available from Elisabeth Sezonov 949.452.3064 or 949.241.2168.

There will be a dinner at Iva Lee’s with Merryvale Winery on Sunday, April 11 at 6:30 p.m. and will feature a fantastic five course meal created by executive chef Christopher Starr. Meals will be paired with classic wines from Merryvale Winery in Napa Valley. The cost for the dinner is $65 per guest. For reservations, please call 949.361.2855.

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Dukes in San Clemente now offers two new items to its popular menu–the Summer Trio Salad and the Polynesian Burger. With the help of John Merlino, former Corporate Chef of Claim Jumper Restaurants, owner Mark Stropko has decided to rework the menu and operations in the foodservice to bring wholesome, great tasting food with style and flair back to Dukes. The new menu is full of other great new items, including the upgraded burgers. More information is available by calling Merlino at 949.212.0281.

The City of San Clemente’s Recreation Division Program is offering dance classes on Wednesday’s from April 7 through May 12 that focus on Salsa and Foxtrot. Classes will go from 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. and the cost is $60 per person. More information is available from Marilyn Dumford at songndancelady@cox.net. u

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GUEST OPINION: By Jen Tucker, City of San Clemente Emergency Planning Officer

Be Prepared – Potassium Iodide T oday’s column is about the Potassium Iodide Public Distribution Program taking place in the cities of San Clemente, Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano. I’ll explain a little about how the program works, what potassium iodide is, what it is not, and why we are doing the distribution. How the Program Works In the first week of April, 2010, each residence and business in San Clemente, Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano will receive a mailer about the distribution program. This mailer has a postcard attached that the recipient can fill out and mail back to receive a two-day supply of potassium iodide for each person in their household or business. The potassium iodide will arrive at the recipient’s home or business in 4 to 6 weeks. There is no charge for the potassium iodide. What it is Potassium iodide (chemically abbreviated KI) is an over-the-counter medication. In the unlikely event of a high-level radiological release at SONGS, it can help protect the human thyroid against radiation. KI does this by filling the thyroid with potassium iodide for about 24 hours. Because the thyroid is full of KI, it can’t absorb radioactive iodine. This has been found in studies to help prevent thyroid cancer among persons exposed to certain types of radiation. There are potential side effects from KI, and it should only be taken at the direction of public health officials. A list of the potential side effects is available on the city’s Web site, and will be included in the return mailer with the potassium iodide. What it is Not Potassium iodide is not an anti-radiation pill. It is only effective in protecting the thyroid, and even then against only one type of radioactive isotope. Those

who are most vulnerable to thyroid cancer are children and young adults. Ingestion of potassium iodide would only be recommended as a supplemental measure, secondary to evacuation or sheltering in place. Why it is Being Distributed The cities of San Clemente, Dana Point, and San Juan Capistrano are all located within the roughly 10-mile radius surrounding the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS). This 10-mile radius is also known as the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ). If there were an emergency at SONGS, which resulted in a release of radiation with iodine, the people in the EPZ could (depending on wind direction), be in the pathway of a radioactive release (also known as a plume). The primary protective action persons in the path of the plume would be asked to take by officials is to evacuate the area or shelter in place. However, as noted above, potassium iodide can be taken as a supplemental protective measure. Other Information In 2003 the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) offered to purchase KI for all 34 states with active nuclear power plants. Twenty-two, including California accepted the KI from the NRC, which the state then distributed to the public by mail. Additional KI was stockpiled for distribution at the EPZ’s reception and decontamination centers, should it ever be needed. This distribution program replaces the previously distributed KI. KI is available without a doctor’s prescription in some local pharmacies and online from two manufacturers. Some residents and businesses who are new to the area have

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purchased KI since 2003. However, we felt it was important to provide an easy and free way for our residents and businesses to have KI for their emergency supply kits. After careful consideration, we determined that another mail-in program was the most effective way to get KI out to our residents. Please watch your mail for your potassium iodide flyer and return the self-addressed, pre-paid postcard as soon as possible. For more information about the program and potassium iodide, please visit the City’s website at www.san-clemente.org. Jen Tucker is the City of San Clemente’s Emergency Planning Officer, she can be reached at tuckerj@san-clemente.org or 949.361.6109. PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the San Clemente Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@sanclementetimes.com.

Letters to the Editor HOW GREEN IS OUR VALLEY? Steve Pezman, San Clemente

I appreciate Mr. Ekters, TCA Chief Engineer, taking the time to answer my letter debunking the TCA’s new concept for plowing on through San Mateo with their toll road. I am also grateful to learn that their new proposal tunnels under rather than rises over the 5 to join it. I find it frightfully naive and revealing to claim that it will do protectors of the valley a favor by screening marine training activities from our view with their tollway. I also find it hard to believe that the Marines will actually use explosives in the valley next door to our bedroom community. However, if you tour the base, you will find that even its most vigorously used areas are bucolic when compared to a huge cement tollway. The valley isn’t so wide that running the 241 through it on one side versus the other really matters much as far as maintaining its current aesthetic. Secondly, if you ask San Mateo conservationists if they’re in favor of an extension of Christianitos Road back to the 241 they will answer no. But if you ask if they would prefer the Christianitos extension to a toll road, I venture that between Page 10 • San Clemente Times • April 8–14, 2010

the two choices they would vote in favor of the extension. That thought was put forth as a compromise before the toll road was defeated. The reason they look to even-handedly discredit the Cristianitos extension idea is because it isn’t their mission. Note that Mr. Ekters voiced no rebuttal for the profound damage caused by millions of tons of earth movement and grading, profound alteration of the watershed by any path, the despoiling of the Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy, nor the charge that the proposed route serves a tiny percent of the traffic flow on the 5. Lastly, you must consider that the gentleman is a highly paid advocate for running the toll road through San Mateo Valley. What it comes down to is that they are still looking to run their toll road through loopholes in our concern that don’t exist. To succeed with a toll road connection to the 5, their planning process should have begun 25 years prior when the Pico corridor was wide open and the surrounding backcountry undeveloped. When that path closed, so did their hookup to the 5. Now, being late, they want the valley to pay the penalty. They were told no way, but their angry, arrogant organizational persona doesn’t accept public response contrary to their their own sense of manifest destiny. Here they are again, pushing that route.

TIME TO COMPLETE THE TOLL ROAD Sherri M.Butterfield, Mission Viejo

Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Anthony L. Jackson asserted recently that, “it’s time for the TCA to find another alternative to its current proposed alignment of the 241 Toll Road through vital training areas on Camp Pendleton.” On the one hand, I could not agree more with Gen. Jackson’s assertion. Certainly, in these troubled times, the training Camp Pendleton provides is essential, and placing any roadway where it might jeopardize that training is unthinkable. On the other hand, existing south Orange County thoroughfares are woefully inadequate. Completion of the 241 Toll Road from its present terminus at Oso Parkway, in Rancho Santa Margarita, to its proposed connection with Interstate 5, near the southern tip of San Clemente, is desperately needed to provide an alternate north-south inland route for both daily and emergency use, relieve congestion on cross-town surface streets, and move people and goods more efficiently. I hope that Gen. Jackson’s unequivocal statement signals that the Marines are ready to roll up their sleeves and work (Cont. on page 12) www.sanclementetimes.com

SOAPBOX life’s a beach: By Shelley Murphy

Earth Day: A lot has changed in 40 years I t’s been 40 years since Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin founded Earth Day as an environmental teach-in on April 22, 1970—his vision paved the path for today’s environmental activists. My first memory of Earth Day goes back to the late 1980s and flying with my boyfriend to an Earth Day celebration at the Cal Berkeley campus to see a ska-reggage concert featuring the bands Let’s Go Bowling, World Beat, and many other memorable ‘80s icons. (Thinking about it now, I can’t quite remember exactly how this helped the Earth?) Back then, if you would have asked me what my carbon footprint was, I’d have thought it had something to do with my many fashionable pairs of high-heeled neon pumps. But, that was way before the warning of global warming; and, today I am concerned about greenhouse gas emissions and the startling statistics surrounding the climate crisis. Over the years, I’ve joined the green revolution, and I practice pollution prevention methods meaningful to Mother Earth. We recycle, and the guy who took me to the concert just replaced all of our incandescent light bulbs with low-watt fluorescent energy efficient bulbs. (However, he neglected to tell me about his conservation efforts and I thought I was slowly losing my sight.) Thinking globally and acting locally, I attended the San Clemente E-Waste community event at the city yard the first Friday in April. From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., free of charge to all city residents and businesses, staff collected electronic

Letters to the Editor (Cont. from page 10) with the TCA and other transportation agencies and with the affected communities to define an acceptable alignment, once and for all. After 30 years on the Master Plan of Arterial Highways, it’s time for the remaining portion of the 241 Toll Road to become a traffic-carrying reality. Continuing to allow the southernmost portion of this vital roadway to linger on the drawing boards dooms our region to endure forever some of the worst traffic in the nation.

waste such as: televisions, computer monitors, cell phones, and DVD players. “Just pull up and we unload your car, you don’t even have to get out,” said Danna McIntosh, City of San Clemente environmental services coordinator, who’s been with the city for 12 years and runs the free collection service twice a year. “We accept anything that plugs in.” Clarence Alford, Shelley Murphy whose company Mission Recycling hauls away the waste, said, “We’ll fill up a 24-foot truck—that’s 10,000 pounds of waste; last time I had to come back.” The next e-waste event is scheduled for fall, but don’t worry, the city has you covered. San Clemente is one of the few cities in South County that offers free door-to-door pick-up of household hazardous waste and universal waste (including electronic waste) to its citizens. “Residents can call anytime throughout the year and have their e-waste picked-up from their house. Residents may also take their household hazardous waste to the landfill off the Ortega free of charge Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m.3 p.m.,” explained McIntosh. (To schedule a free pickup call CR&R at 877.728.0446.) The city and the San Clemente Watershed Task Force join forces to host their seventh annual free Earth Day community celebration on Saturday, April 17. It’s a two-part event featuring a beach and trail cleanup from 8:30 a.m.–10 a.m.,

with festivities following from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at Parque Del Mar overlooking the pier. “We’ll have vendor booths, displays, presentations, live entertainment, a kids area with arts and crafts, and giveaways,” said Nanci Mavar, San Clemente Watershed Task Force board member. “It’s fun to come down and just kind of hang out. It’s a really relaxing event and a great way to learn about how to be more green and to celebrate Earth,” said Mavar. (For more information call 949.366.2326 or visit www.scwatersheds.com.) The task force works year round to protect the planet. “One of the big things we’re trying to push is to eliminate plastic bags, that’s one of the things people can do to reduce, reuse and recycle,” said Mavar. You can help by reducing your carbon footprint at home and implementing some of these simple energy saving steps: Adjust your thermostat down two degrees in winter and up two degrees in summer; avoid products with a lot of packaging; turn off and unplug electronic devices when they’re not in use and clean or replace filters on your furnace and air conditioner. As the fortieth anniversary of Earth Day approaches, we’d all be wise to heed McIntosh’s words of wisdom: “Just about everything is recyclable now; recycling may take a little extra work, but we all benefit.” PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the San Clemente Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@sanclementetimes.com.

F R O M T H E M I N D O F Z E LESKI

Dan and Ashley Berkowitz gather for a photo with a copy of the SC Times on a recent trip to Vietnam. Courtesy photo

GREETINGS FROM VIETNAM

San Clemente residents Dan and Ashley Berkowitz recently traveled to Vietnam with a copy of the SC Times issue in tow with the cover story “Memories of War”(Volume 5, Issue 9). The couple visited a vast network of underground tunnels that were the location of several military campaigns during the Vietnam War, and were the Viet Cong ‘s base of operations for the Tết Offensive in 1968. The tunnels of Củ Chi are an immense network of connecting underground tunnels located in the Củ Chi district of Ho Chi Minh City in Saigon, Vietnam, and are part of a much larger network of tunnels that underlie much of the country. The tunnels were used by Viet Cong guerrillas as hiding spots during combat, as well as serving as communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and weapon caches and living quarters for numerous guerrilla fighters. The role of the tunnel systems should not be underestimated in its importance to the Viet Cong in resisting American operations and protracting the war, eventually culminating in an American withdrawal in 1975. To submit a letter to the editor for possible inclusion in the paper, e-mail us at letters@sanclementetimes.com or send it to 34932 Calle del Sol, Suite B, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624. San Clemente Times reserves the right to edit reader-submitted letters for length and is not responsible for the claims made or the information written by the writers. Page 12 • San Clemente Times • April 8–14, 2010

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GETTING OUT

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

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THE LIST

GO SEE DO

The San Clemente Garden Club presents the 5th Annual Gardenfest on Saturday, April 10, at the San Clemente Community Center from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is free. The event will celebrate: green and sustainable gardening practices, exhibits and demonstrations for sustainable gardening practices, butterfly and blue bird habitat information, rain harvesting, Q & A from garden club celebrities, a back to natives exhibit, a fruit and vegetable stand, community garden information, worm composting, a tool sharpening demonstration at 11a.m., a garden flea market, a Garden Club plant sale, kids activities, games, face painting and other local artists in “Paint Live”– where artists will paint live renderings of floral designs submitted for the contest and sell them. The community is also invited to submit entries in the floral design and funky container contest. “We really encourage the public to enter this one as there are no rules or regulations and you really can do what you want,” Committee Chair Member Erika Wehrle said. “This event enables the public to learn different aspects of gardening–it’s a great gift to the community and offers them good practices to do at home. It’s also a great way for people to get involved with the club and we’re hoping for a really good turnout.” More information is available at www.sanclementegardenclub.com.

RED CARPET RIOT

8 p.m.–11 p.m. Music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com

A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and around town this week. COMPILED BY TAWNEE PRAZAK

BRIAN YOUNG

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THE BLOKES

forecast: sunny • high: 77° low: 49°

THIRSTY THURSDAY & LIVE MUSIC

7:30 p.m.–11 p.m. Live blues music Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com. 9:30 p.m. Traditional and contemporary Irish music at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 92672, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com

KING ARTHUR

5 p.m. John Troy entertains and drink specials at Irons in the Fire. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.3900, www.beachfire.com

9 p.m. Happy hour at BeachFire all night for guests dressed “”Island-Style”” plus live reggae music. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

KARAOKE

CAPE CLASSICS WINERY OF SOUTH AFRICA - WINE TASTING

7 p.m. Every Thursday hosted by Eddie B. at Blue Danube. 111 W. Avenue Palizada, San Clemente, 949.218.5186, www.bluedanubeoc.com.

SATIN BLUE

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

PUB QUIZ THURSDAY

8 p.m. Trivia games at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. Entry is $5; proceeds donated to local charities. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 949.218.0120. www.mollybloomspub.com.

NATHAN JAMES

9 p.m. Live blues at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

friday09 forecast: mostly sunny • high: 69° low: 48°

MUSIC AND ALOHA

5:30 p.m. Kelly Fitzgerald at Irons in the Fire. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.3900, www.beachfire.com.

MAD CADDIES

8 p.m. A concert presented by KROQ at The Coach House. Tickets $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

ELLIOT

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live piano at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

“DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER”

8 p.m. New play debuts at the Camino Real Playhouse where confusion reigns in a hilarious tale of a weekend that becomes a nuptial nightmare! Preview night special $15; regular show $20. www.caminorealplayhouse.org.

INDIE ROCK CONCERT

9 p.m. Big Bad Wolf, Bill Kernkamp and We Are the Pilots perform at OC Tavern. Tickets $6. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com Page 14 • San Clemente Times • April 8–14, 2010

5TH ANNUAL GARDENFEST

5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. South Africa is producing some award winning wines and SC Wine Company is happy to explore and share them. Welcoming Catherine White of Cape Classics Winery. $15 for 7 wines with cheese, crackers & chocolate. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com

The ﬁrst three people to email WIN FREE us with SC Times Free Concert CONCERT Tix in the subject line will receive pair of free concert tickets TICKETS! afrom The Coach House to see Jennifer Knapp on April 22nd. She is a Kansas-born singer-songwriter who quickly sold over One Million copies of her three label releases, Kansas (debut), Lay It Down, and The Way I Am. Kansas is now RIAA certiﬁed Gold. She has proven herself as a folk-inspired rock artist whose masterful stroke paints redemptive portraits of life’s bumpy road. According to Pollstar Jennifer is one if the top touring bands in the United States. Please include your name and phone number in the e-mail. E-mail: tickets@sanclementetimes.com.

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THE TRIP SICKS

9 p.m. Band playing Americana/roots rock, reggae, hip-hop, soul and funk at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

BOYS OF SUMMER

9 p.m.–12 a.m. ‘80s classics at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

FLOCK OF 80’S

9:30 p.m. Live at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 92672, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

PET ADOPTION DAY

10 a.m.–2 p.m. Find a cute pet to take home at the Ark of San Juan adoption events: one at Pet Plus and one at Pet Treasures, both in San Clemente. 949.388.0034, www.arkofsanjuan.org.

20TH ANNIVERSARY GARDEN TOUR

1 p.m.–3 p.m. A rare opportunity for an up-close tour of the Taylor gardens in the historic Los Rios District; free plant clippings & plants for sale. $10 per person, kids under 10 free. Arrive at 10 a.m. for a plant bed workshop; fee $15. 31661 Los Rios St., SJC, 949.493.5911, www.goinnative.net.

SATURDAY ART FAIR

10 a.m.–4 p.m. The San Juan Chamber presents the monthly art event showcasing 60 artists, craftspeople and musicians along the streets of Camino Capistrano, Yorba, Verdugo and Los Rios. 949.493.4700, www.sjcartfair.org.

MOTHER HIPS

8 p.m. The Coach House. Tickets $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

TNT

9 p.m. AC/DC tribute at OC Tavern also featuring Wigs and Ties and more. Tickets $10. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

sunday11 forecast: few showers • high: 61° low: 47°

saturday10 forecast: mostly cloudy • high: 63° low: 47°

SACRED CRAFT SURFBOARD EXPO

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Consumer surf expo in Ventura with a huge variety of boards, surf culture, art, films, special guests and a Renny Yater tribute highlight. www.surfboardshow.com.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY SUNDAY SALE 9 a.m. Books on sale at the monthly FOL event at the Library bookstore. 242 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.276.6342

SAN CLEMENTE FARMERS MARKET

9 a.m.–1 p.m. Bundles of flowers, fresh produce and much more every Sunday on Avenida Del Mar. Rain or shine.

MEMORIES OF WWII

7:30 p.m.–11 p.m. Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com.

11 a.m.–4 p.m. Casa Romantica hosts a special World War II exhibition featuring 126 photographs from the archives of the Associated Press. On display through April 18. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

FAMILY STYLE

BLUE

MISSY ANDERSEN

8 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Funk, R&B and rock at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Blues piano at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. (Cont. on page 16) www.sanclementetimes.com

GETTING OUT

SC Times Restaurant Spotlight

By Jamal Al-Sarraf

Panera Bread

RATE IT!

802 Avenida Talega, Ste. 101, San Clemente, 949.366.3800, www.panerabread.com

Have you eaten at this restaurant?

BEST KNOWN FOR: Artesian breads, signature sandwiches, cookies, pastries. MOST POPULAR ITEM: Bacon Turkey Bravo on tomato basil Panera Bread has an extensive menu of artesian bread, cookies, sandwiches, pastries and coffee. And along with their free Wi-Fi, it’s a great place to bring your laptop and get some work done. With their recent opening in Talega, the restaurant has a trendy, relaxing atmosphere that mixes right in with its lingering smell of fresh baked bread. “We’re not just a get them in get them out restaurant,” said Sandy McElfresh, Director of Marketing and sales. “We want our customers to come and sit in, relax and make our restaurant their office.” Their menu is chock full of baked goodies and their larger choice items will definitely get you coming back for more. Try their signature sandwiches like the Napa Almond Chicken Salad on sesame semolina or the Frontega Pannina. The popular Bacon Turkey Bravo on tomato basil is also a must eat. Morning options are nice too—you can have an Asiago cheese bagel while enjoying a fresh brewed cup of coffee while surfing the Internet. PRICE RANGE: $0.99 to $7.99 RESERVATIONS: Not necessary Panera Bread. Photo by Jamal Al-Sarraf

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Island Style Taco Grill

PAYMENT: Cash or credit cards HOURS: Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

½ 26881 Camino De Estrella, Capistrano Beach, 949.496.5300 (Rated on a scale of 1–5 stars)

ABOUT OUR REVIEWS: In each issue we’ll highlight universally critical points including “Most Popular Dish,” “Best Known For” and “Price Range.” But most importantly, we’re inviting you to participate each week and rate the restaurant based on your experiences. Go to www.sanclementetimes.com and under “Restaurant Guide” rate it from 1 to 5 then share your thoughts on the SC Times forums. (Cont. from page 14)

KIDS FISHING CLINIC

12 p.m. Kids can practice fishing off the dock with Dana Wharf every Sunday. Free. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

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WWII BROWN BAG LUNCH

REGGAE SUNDAYS

7 p.m.-10 p.m. Mozambique’s weekly reggae night. $5 cover. 1740 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.715.7777, www.mozambiqueoc.com.

DEEP WATER

9 p.m. Smooth acoustic music at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

HUTCHINS CONSORT 10 CONCERT

ANNIVERSARY

3 p.m. Performance titled “Microtonalism: A Rainbow of Musical Experiences” featuring violin and world-premiere works at St. Marks Prebyterian Church, 2200 San Joaquin Hills Road, Newport Beach, www.hutchinsconsort.org.

EARTH DAY EVENT

1 p.m. Visit the Nix Nature Center for an Earth Day craft project or a short walk on Mary’s Trail. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. Reservations required. Free. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.923.2235, www.ocparks.com/lagunacoast.

CHEESE FOR CHARITY

5 p.m.-close. Help a local charity by dining at the Melting Pot! Portion of dinner proceeds go to the Orangewood Childrenís Foundation. Donate full-size hygiene items for a $20 dip card. 647 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, 949.661.1966, www.meltingpot.com.

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MOMMY MOVIE MONDAY

10 a.m. Screening of “Date Night” for parents of infants at the Krikorian, tickets $7.50. 641 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, 949.661.7469, www.kptmovies.com.

SMOKEY KARAOKE

8 p.m. Sing fearlessly behind a cloud of smoke at BeachFire and enjoy Mojito Monday. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

POUL PEDERSON

7:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Eclectic rock at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

COMEDY & KARAOKE

9 p.m.–1 a.m. The night starts with live comedy and continues with karaoke at 11 p.m. at Hennessey’s Tavern. No cover. 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121, www.hennesseystavern.com. Page 16 • San Clemente Times • April 8–14, 2010

12 p.m. Casa Romantica event featuring San Clemente resident Mary Dreher, who received The Congressional Gold Medal for her service during World War Two. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

HALF-PRICED OCEAN TRIPS

10 a.m. Dana Wharf offers discounts on whale watching, fishing, etc, every Tuesday. Reservations recommended. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

TARYN DONATH

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live entertainment The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

DAN LEFLER

7:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Eclectic rock at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

ANDREW CORRADINI

6 p.m.–9 p.m. Live music and wine specials at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

THE TRIPP SICKS DUO

9 p.m. Music and locals’ happy hour at BeachFire. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

MARK LIDDEL & THE WILDCAT WRANGLERS

COMEDY NIGHT

BENNY ON GUITAR

AFGHANISTAN: HEAR THE STORY 1ST HAND

7:30 p.m. Live country music and line dancing with the Kelly Boyz at OC Tavern. Tickets $5 before 9 p.m. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com. 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Flamenco guitar at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

MIKE STEVENS

7:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Acoustic rock at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

CAR SHOW & LOCAL RACERS

5 p.m.ñ8 p.m. SCHS hosts an event with local drivers, fast cars on display, food and a raffle to benefit the SCHS Auto Academy and SC Military Outreach. 700 Avenida Pico, 949.366.9843.

MOLLY BLOOMS GOLF TOURNAMENT

11 a.m. Second annual event at San Clemente Municipal Golf Course, followed by dinner at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. Proceeds will be donated to the Navy & Marine Corps Relief Fund. 150 E Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

TANTARA WINEMAKER DINNER

9:30 p.m. New comics every week at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant, 21+ no cover. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomsirishbar.com. 7 p.m. 1st Battalion, 5th Marines Recent Commanding Officer Lt. Col. William McCollough speaks on his experience at the Ocean Institute. Suggested donation $15 Adults, $10 Senior Citizens & Students. No reservations required. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.378.7984, www.oceaninstitute.org.

ROD FRIAS

6 p.m.-10 p.m. Acoustic entertainment at OC Tavern. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

UPCOMING: APRIL 15

SPRING COLOSSIAL CARNIVAL

1 p.m.-10 p.m. Family fun at the Ave La Pata & Ave Vista Hermosa park site featuring rides, games, food court, live bands, sports demonstrations, as well as an expo of booths. Event runs daily through April 18. Ticket prices vary. Proceeds benefit the future sports park. 949.276.8866 or 949.361.8254, www.san-clemente.org.

7 p.m. Vine hosts a dinner-wine event with 5 new-release wines paired with 5 food courses. $90 Per Person. 211 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2079, www.vinesanclemente.com.

UPCOMING: APRIL 17

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The San Clemente Watershed Task Force hosts an event at Parque Del Mar in the Pier Bowl featuring recognition of local business owners and employees for environmentally friendly practices. 949.500.0494.

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KIDS STORYTIME AT THE CASA

10 a.m. Every Wednesday Casa Romantica holds storytime with interactive reading for youngsters ages 3-5; free. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, wwwcasaromantica.org.

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION

*For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.sanclementetimes.com. Have an event? Send your listing to events@sanclementetimes.com www.sanclementetimes.com

KILLER COVE TIME TRIAL MAP

APRIL 10-11, 2010

GRAND PRIX CRITERIUM MAP

EVENT GUIDE PRESENTED BY

Welcome to the 4th Annual Dana Point Grand Prix of Cycling

elcome to the Dana Point Community Cycling Foundation’s 4th Annual Dana Point Grand Prix of Cycling, featuring a new partnership with Indie Hops of Portland, Oregon as this year’s Title Sponsor. The Grand Prix is once again featured on USA Cycling’s National Racing Calendar, a series of exclusive events representing the best of bicycle racing in America’s finest cities. Want excitement? The action explodes Saturday, April 10, at 7:00 a.m. for the first ever Killer Cove Time Trial, a challenging 2.25-mile course taking riders through downtown Dana Point, the Harbor, a portion of the Criterium course and highlighted by an awesome sprint climb up Cove Road. On Sunday, April 11, the thrills continue with our 4th Annual Criterium event through the scenic Santa Clara neighborhood. With 16 races throughout the day, including five free kids’ races, the ever thrilling pro race, interactive Fan Zone, and more, there is something for every member of the family. The DPCCF is dedicated to advocating the safe use of bicycles as an alternate mode of transportation and promotes the healthy benefits of cycling for fun and sport for all members of the family. The five free kids’ races begin at 11 a.m. for ages up to 15. Pro cyclists race alongside the kids, teaching them how to engage in a bit of friendly competition, while showcasing the ins and outs of cycling. The DPCCF is delighted to partner with local organizations such as the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, OC Dana Point Harbor and Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary to host this phenomenal event and raise money for outstanding charities including the Boys and Girls Club of Capistrano Valley and 5th Marine Regiment Support Group. If you are looking for fun, excitement and action, look no further than the 2010 Dana Point Grand Prix of Cycling! For more information, visit www.danapointgrandprix.com, or follow us on Twitter and Facebook. See you at the starting line! Steven H. Weinberg, Mayor City of Dana Point

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TIME TRIAL SCHEDULE START 7:00 A.M.

PLACES

ENTRIES 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150

FEES $15 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25

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Winged Victory

Two former World War II veterans recount their days as WASPs By Robyn Wyman-Dill San Clemente Times

n 1939, two years prior to the U.S. entering into World War II, pilot Jacqueline Cochran sent a letter to then-First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt encouraging the use of women pilots in the U.S. Armed Forces. Her recommendation, although well received by the Roosevelt’s, was turned down by the high command of the U.S. military. Undeterred, Cochran volunteered her services to assist in Great Britain’s war efforts, which already utilized women pilots to fly trainers and combat-type aircraft. In 1941, she became the first women to fly a bomber across the Atlantic. Yet, it was not until 1942, when the demand for male pilots and warplanes created a need for experienced U.S. pilots to ferry planes from their factories to embarkation sites, that women were considered a viable option by the U.S. armed forces. San Clemente residents Roberta Jane Fohl and Mary Dreher were among a chosen few who learned to fly every plane in the arsenal, becoming the first women to do so. “I knew I wanted to fly from the very first moment I saw them,” Fohl said, recalling her reaction to a fleet of airborne military aircrafts. “I just loved them.” Even though Fohl, a Los Angeles County schoolteacher, had no previous flight training, she spent the summer months of 1944, training at a private flight school in Lone Pine, Calif. and was accepted into the Women’s Air Force Service Pilots (WASP) training program’s second-tolast military aircraft training class. Dreher, a coed in her senior year at Pasadena Junior College, also felt moved to serve. “It was the attack on Pearl Harbor that made a girlfriend and I decide to leave our studies and learn how to fly,” Dreher said. Dreher’s journey to realizing her dream set her on a course that included a couple months employment at Lockheed, followed by 35 hours of flight training from a private flight school in Palo Alto before she was qualified and accepted into the eight-month military flight training in Sweetwater, Texas. “With the exception of one month of gunnery, the women received exactly the same training as males at Sweetwater,” Dreher said. Between 1942 and 1944, a total of 25,000 women applied for military flight service. Only 2,000 women were accepted into the flight-training program with 1,074 completing it. www.sanclementetimes.com

Mary Dreher. Photo by Sara Borman

The requirements were stringent. In its initial phase, each enlistment needed 500 hours of flying time. The majority of the first phase women pilots who applied averaged 1,000 hours—more than many of the men pilots. Furthermore, a blackout on weather reports remained in effect to prevent a possible foreign invasion, resulting in flights and training exercises during unpredictable weather. Additionally, military aircrafts were prohibited from flying along coastlines. With Cochran now serving as its director, each WASP candidate received primary, basic, and advanced flight training. They learned to fly 78 aircraft models, which represented every plane in the Army Air

Corps, including the B-29. Altogether they completed 60 million miles of operation flights. Yet, despite their accomplishments, Women Air Services pilots’ pay scale was lower than male pilots doing comparable work. A WASP earned $150 per month while in training, $250 per month after graduation, and were not given military status for their service. They never qualified for military benefits, retirement or healthcare. Yet, they were required to purchase and wear uniforms. After the war ended, their operation was disbanded in January 1945. WASPs were provided housing in the nurse’s quarters on base or workers barracks just outside them. A typical residence consisted of two rooms, each with a bed, a

stove for heat and a communal bathroom with shower. Meals were also supplied and served in the officers‘ mess. WASPs paid for the food and lodging out of their wages. “I remember the first time I walked into the Officers‘ Club for dinner with my girlfriend,” Dreher said. “There was no place for us to sit together so I sat in an empty chair next to my future husband.” Two days later, when Dreher was scheduled for a night flight test, Frank Dreher unexpectedly joined her. “He had found out my schedule,” she said. “My supervisor, Lt. Theodore, called me into his office, wanting to know who I knew in high places on the base. I said I didn’t anyone in high places.” (Cont. on page 25) April 8–14, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 23

SC LIVING Winged Victory (Cont. from page 23) As it turned out, Frank Dreher was second in command of base operations. WASPs were stationed at 120 Army Air Bases within the United States. Dreher served with 11 other women pilots at Nature Field in Alabama, while Fohl served at Gardner Army Airfield, 30 miles outside of Bakersfield. “Our supervisors were all males,” Fohl said. “There was five female pilots, including me in our group. When one of them was killed in the line of duty, the U.S. Armed Services would not pay for her body to be shipped home so me and the other gals took money out of our paychecks and chipped in to send her back home for burial.” Thirty-eight women died while flying for the Army Air Corps. Their high-risk jobs involved ferrying military aircraft from the factories to their points of embarkment, making pick ups and delivering aircraft parts, transporting people and carrying mail to and from bases across the country, engineering test, demonstration, check pilot, safety pilot, administrative, flight instructor (Basic and Instrument), towing targets for anti-aircraft, towing targets for aerial gunnery, tracking and searchlight missions, simulated strafing, chemical missions, and radio-controlled flights. Yet, official Armed Forces policy forbade female pilots from serving in any combat missions or flying overseas. It was not until 1977, when President Jimmy Carter signed a house bill, that WASPs retroactively gained the right to receive pilot status as part of the military and veteran burial services. In July 2009, the surviving members of WASP were informed that they were soon to be commemorated for their services. “I took my uniforms out of my foot locker to have them cleaned, and polished the insignia,” Dreher said. In March 2010, these illustrious ladies, many in their 90s, finally received the recognition they so long deserved with the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian award in the United States. “It made me so very, very happy,” Fohl said. A battle jacket and slacks had survived the test of time and remained in good condition from moth proofing. “I could still fit into my flight clothes,” Dreher said. “So, I wore them on the plane.” American Airlines provided the surviving WASP attendees with complimentary airfares

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Roberta Jane Fohl. Photo by Sara Borman

“I knew I wanted to fly [airborne military aircrafts] from the very first moment I saw them. I just loved them.” and first class lounge privileges at connecting airports. “They were wonderful to us,” Dreher and Fohl agreed. Originally planned for 160 people, the turnout for the two-day event was more than 1,700 people. The Rotunda in the Capitol, the planned site for the ceremony, was quickly changed to a larger room in the building to accommodate the crowd.

—Roberta Jane Fohl

Due to the large turnout, a luncheon and dinner had to be cancelled at the last minute. The first day went according to the original plan, however, with a visit to Arlington National Cemetery. The U.S. Air Force performed a flyby as a show of respect to the 38 women pilots who had died in service to their country. “Many of us hadn’t seen each other in 65 years, so it was treat to get on the bus and

find someone you knew,” Dreher said. For others, it was difficult to recognize their classmates after so long a period of time. A list of attendees or former classmates was not provided for them. Yet, these minor oversights did not dampen the occasion. “It was really a thrill!” Fohl said. “The Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi, was at the ceremony at the Capitol along with the Secretary of the Air Force, two senators and two representatives, including Congresswomen Susan Davis from the 53rd district of San Diego county.” Both ladies were enchanted by the attendance of one of the most trusted and respected figures in broadcast journalism, Tom Brokaw, who authored a book entitled, “The Greatest Generation.” “He praised us as the greatest generation the world has ever known,” Dreher said. “A plaque with everyone’s name and photograph was presented with a six inch Congressional gold medal of honor to one of the women pilots representing us,” Fohl said. Both the plaque and the medal are now on display in the Space Museum at the Smithsonian Institute. Additionally, each WASP member received their own bronze Congressional Medal–dusted in gold. One hundred and sixty chairs were provided for the ceremony with aisles lined as others stood or remained seated in wheelchairs. Dreher wore her dress uniform to the ceremony. “It was such a joy for me to see so many female generals and colonels,” Dreher said. “It really showed that times have changed.” Fohl, who had been denied a leave of absence from teaching to join WASP and had to start at the bottom again in her original profession, remembers the service fondly. “I loved the comradeship, learning to fly and especially being up in the air,” she said proudly. Dreher married Col. Frank Dreher and together, their love of flying prompted them to buy their own Cessna 182 in the years that followed. Both Dreher, now 89, and Fohl, 93, are longtime residents of San Clemente who met on the golf course after retirement. Dreher is slated to speak at noon on April 13 as part of the Brown Bag lunch series at Casa Romantica in conjunction with their AP World War II photography and memorabilia exhibit running through April 17. SC

April 8–14, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 25

SC LIVING

Between the Lines

Local writers talk story on current projects By Jamal A-Sarraf San Clemente Times

an Clemente is a hotbed for writers. Ranging from the history of California, exotic journeys abroad, soccer games in South Africa and even horror stories, these local writers offer many different genres in which to escape on the page.

Guido Henkel. Courtesy photo

Mina Javaherbin. Photo by Michael R. Foley

Adam Collings. Courtesy photo

A former game designer turned horror novelist released his first two “dime novels” this month. Born in Germany, Guido Henkel, 45, moved to Laguna Niguel 15 years ago, made his way to San Clemente seven years later and hasn’t moved since. Henkel launched his dime novel series “Jason Dark” with his debut titles being “Volume 1: Demon’s Night” and “Volume 2: Theater of Vampires,” released in March. “In many ways it’s like Sherlock Holmes,” Henkel said. “Rather than the gory horror stories of modern authors, I go back to the roots of horror, such as Dracula, Frankenstein and other horror classics.” Dime novel series are published monthly according to Henkel and he plans on staying true to the genre. “Old classic dime novels were released every month, I plan on doing the same,” he said. A former game designer for Interplay, a company known for its classic video games launched in the 1990s, Henkel left the company because he was disappointed with where the industry was going. “I felt that the industry became more concerned with the bottom line rather than with the quality of the games, so I left,” he said.

Henkel is also the publisher of the Web site www.dvdreview.com and also works on cell phone games. Visit his Web site at www. jasondarkseries.com.

April 17, at 1 p.m. The library is at 1 Journey, Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656. Visit her Web site at www.minajavaherbin.com.

Guido Henkel

Heidi Ganahl. Courtesy photo

The “Top Dog” of the pet boarding facility, Camp Bow Wow, has launched a new book titled “Tales from the Bark Side: My Journey from a Wayword Stray to Top Dog,” on Mar. 1. Heidi Ganahl’s, 43, new book is a memoir of her tough early life and how she pulled everything together to found her multimillion dollar business. Starting with a plane crash that killed her husband 16 years ago, Ganahl goes into detail about her tough beginnings starting her first franchise and how it boomed into success. “A lot of women reach out to me and ask about starting a business,” she said. “I have three dogs and I came up with the Camp Bow Wow concept in 1994 and it has been a hit ever since.” Visit her Web site at www.heidi-inc.com.

Heidi Ganahl

An architect turned Mina author, Mina JavaJavaherbin herbin has lived in the United States for two thirds of her life and seven of them here in San Clemente. Hailing from Iran, soccer has been an integral part of Javaherbin’s life. “I remember growing up as a kid when I’d watch my brothers and cousins play,” she said. “We still watch the games on TV and are still just as passionate as we were years ago.” With her latest picture book titled “Goal!,” Javaherbin hopes to bring the excitement and passion for the sport that her family had to the homes of people around the world. “Soccer gives hope and unites people,” she said. “No matter what your background everyone is equal on the field, whether you’re a child playing with your friends or an adult playing in a professional game.” The book will be launched on April 13 and will be available at major retailers and online. Javaherbin will also have a book signing in the Aliso Viejo Library on Saturday,

Adam Collings, a

Adam resident of the city for 12 Collings years, has distinguished

himself from the crowd. Beginning with his first book titled “Sendero” which was published in 1978, Collings has gone on to publish more novels, some of which have sold over 300,000 copies. With his critically acclaimed book, “California: West of the West,” he offers a new angle for readers to experience California’s rich history. “It’s a story of the founding of California as an outpost for Western civilization,” he said. “The book opens with a fictional tale of California ruled by a caliph, whose kingdom was named California.” According to the Executive Director of the California Historical Society, David Crosson, the book is, “A novel and fascinating approach to California history.” Collings also has a sequel to the book in the works that will launch in the fall of 2011. The book can be found at retailers nationwide and online. Visit Collings’ Web site at www.adamcollingsenterprisesinc.com. SC

SCHS’s “Curtains” a blast of pure energy

et in 1959 Boston, Massachusetts, “Curtains” is a comedic tale of a group of actors who have hitched their stars to the musical show, “Robin Hood of the Old West.” All is not going well and is about to get worse, as the tone-deaf diva, Jessica Cranshaw, played by sophomore Maya Erickson, is murdered during the opening night curtain call. It’s love at first sight for leading man, Lt. Cioffi, played by senior AJ Wolf. Upon seeing the lovely Nikki Harris, played by junior Cassidy Burns, Lt. Cioffi is determined not to let her out of his sight for a minute. Thus, the entire cast is immediately placed under house arrest! Can a police detective who moonlights as a musical theater fan save the show, solve the case, and even find love before the show reopens, without getting killed? Wolf and Burns shine in their roles as Lt. Cioffi and Nikki Harris. In all his performances— “Moonface Martin,” “Anything Goes,” “Chief Security Guard,” “Museum,” to name a few—Wolf delivers an outstanding performance as the smitten detective with a pen chance for all things Broadway. Burns is a luminous ingénue, and is the youngest sibling of her family to grace the Triton Stage, following in the footsteps of eldest brother, Crosby, (“West Side Story,” “Hello Page 26 • San Clemente Times • April 8–14, 2010

Dolly”) and Noah, (“How to Succeed in Business” and “Music Man”). Senior Kelly Kassir is hilarious in the role of Carmen Bernstein, the brassy Broadway show producer and mother of Bambi (Elaine) Bernet, played by senior Rachel Murray, a talented young actress who changes her name and is out to prove she can make it all on her own. Junior Max Morris makes his second appearance in a SCHS production as Bobby Pepper, the choreographer and lead dancer who gets caught up in a “showmance.” What to do? The reviews of Robin Hood are bad, and the show has lost its star. The show’s flamboyant and incompetent director, Christopher Belling, played by senior Justin Spivak, has an idea–divorced songwriting team Aaron Fox (sophomore Collin Conway) and Georgia Hendricks (senior Lisa Feierman). Georgia can sing, she used to act and she knows the show perfectly. Feierman is captivating as Georgia, infusing her performance with the same talent and professionalism that we saw in her portrayal of Irma in “Anything Goes,” for which she won The Macy’s coveted Commedienne of the Year award in 2009, Rusty in “Footloose” and as a Hot Box dancer in “Guys and Dolls.” The show is fast paced and hilarious, and the choreography and music is a blast of pure energy. The show is filled with inside theater quips and innuendo covering the behind the scenes life of Broadway. From incompetent directors, hardnosed producers, to that venerated group of critics, the comedy is endless. The play is a 2007 Tony Winner written by David Hyde Pierce with music and lyrics by John Kander and Fred Ebb of Chicago and Cabaret. Show Dates are April 15-17 and April 22-24 at the San Clemente High School Triton Center. The box office opens at 6 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students with ID and seniors. —Debbie Adams www.sanclementetimes.com

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Wine and Summer Barbeque? As we start firing up the barbeque most people think beer or a cocktail instead of wine. That is too bad since most red wines go well with any red meat on the Barbie! Most people feel that barbeque is not the time to put on airs and open wine but wine should never be thought of as pretentious! There is no better time than at a barbeque then to open your favorite bottle of wine and share with friends. Wine is personal and an expression of your personality and isn’t that what a barbeque is all about? So what wines go with barbeque? First you don’t want to open a complex or old wine with hamburgers but any of your favorite reds will do. For a steak or any grilled meat, just about any red wine will work - even a young Cabernet will work well. Cooking spicy meats, or love barbeque sauce with smokey flavors than one of our favorites is a Syrah/Grenache blend more towards the Cote du Rhone’s of France. Also, Barney’s favorite is a Zinfandel or single Syrah (California) or Shiraz from Australia. For tomato based barbeque, we would suggest a nice Italian Red. One of our favorites is a Sangiovese or if you are really feeling the grill a nice Brunello! For barbecued shrimp, fish or vegetables then a nice white will go well. We love the Gruner Veltliner from Austria which is a nice light patio/summer wine or a white blend more on the dry/crisp side. Or want something more traditional? Than a Sauvignon Blanc is perfect. One of our favorites is a nice Rosé! Rosé wines are perhaps the most versatile, food-friendly wines around. They have had an image problem due to “White Zinfandel,” as many mistake Rosé wines to be sweet. However, Rosé wine sales are on the rise as savvy Wine Lovers have discovered that many of these pink wines fall into the definitively “dry” category, not sugary sweet, and the vast majority of Rosé wines offer a very good wine value for the money. Some of our favorites Rosé’s are the French blends of Syrah/Grenache or a Pinot Noir Rosé which are yummy with any grilled red meat! As put in the Wine Spectator several issues ago, a Rosé is the alternative in the summertime for red wine drinkers. A Rosé is not White Zinfandel! Remember it is your palate, if you like a heavy red in the summer than that is ok or if you like sweet wine with your hot dogs than that is ok too. This is not about anyone else but you and what you like to drink at the barbeque! Have a great summer and when you are bringing out the grill don’t forget the wine to share with your friends and family!

San Clemente Wine Company 212-1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA 92672 www.scwinecompany.com

Could Your Oral Hygiene be Destroying Your Oral Health? Most people damage their teeth by improper or over ambitious brushing. • More than 50% of American adults exhibit gingival recession quite often from toothbrush abrasion and bruxism (grinding and clenching teeth) • 20% complain of actual pain from dental abrasion and recession • 82% of American adults exhibit tooth sensitivity • More than 75% of American adults currently have gum problems despite all their oral hygiene efforts Self-inflicted damage from tooth abrasion and gum recession are the traumatic equivalents of dental decay and gum disease. It’s ironic that the act of trying to prevent dental problems by doing oral hygiene often causes traumatic versions of the same problems you are trying to prevent. How? Most people brush their teeth incorrectly, scouring away precious enamel and gum tissue, and exposing tender nerve endings while still leaving about 66% of their dental plaque behind untouched! Instead of controlling disease and avoiding trauma, most people focus on “cleaning” their teeth by vigorously sawing back and forth on their teeth and gums like sawing a piece of wood. As a result, the right and left outer surfaces of the side teeth and the gums receive most of the destruction. If you applied this technique to cleaning your fingernails, it would be almost like destroying the base of your fingernails and cuticles. What to Do Imagine having fingers for gums and fingernails for teeth, and you have dirt embedded under your nails and cuticles. Visualize how you would clean your nails and cuticles with a fingernail cleaning brush. You would need to angle the brush bristles about 45 degrees into the cuticles and under the nails to get them clean. What good would sawing sideways back and forth on the outside of your fingernails be for cleaning dirt under the nail, under the cuticle? Now apply this idea to your teeth, of course using a toothbrush instead of a nailbrush. If this is hard to visualize, don’t hesitate to visit your dentist for a demonstration. Proper brushing technique could save you thousands of dollars of unnecessary dental treatment, as well as prevent pain and sensitivity from tooth abrasion and gum recession. Action Steps Here are some steps you can take to improve your oral health. 1) Look in a mirror and feel the sides of your teeth at the gumlines with the tip of a fingernail. If the teeth have dents, “catches”, or gouge marks, or if they are sensitive to touching, you probably have some level of tooth abrasion and gum recession that would benefit from repair. 2) Visit your dentist for a thorough evaluation of your gums and overall oral health. 3) Buy a soft bristle toothbrush. Angle the brush 45 degrees to the teeth so the bristles bend along the sides of the teeth and clean into the gum crevices. 4) Buy a pack of interdental cleaners such as flosspicks or toothpicks. Use while driving or watching TV. 5) Be careful using overthe-counter tooth desensitizing products for more than two weeks, as they could mask a more serious problem. By Dr. Steven Edwards on behalf of: Talega Dental Group 1151 Puerta Del Sol, Suite A, San Clemente, CA 92673 (949) 369-8300, www.talegadental.com

Spotlight on Kids’ Vision! Did you know that 80 percent of what children learn comes through their visual processing of information? Poor vision can interfere with a child’s ability to learn. Most people think that a child with vision problems eventually will complain, but often the child does not know they are experiencing vision trouble and become frustrated or easily distracted. Vision problems are one of the most prevalent conditions in childhood. Recently released studies by several vision organizations reveal interesting statistics on children’s vision and eyecare. According to the American Optometric Association, One in Four children in the U.S. has an undetected vision problem. In addition according to VSP Vision Care, One-Quarter of children six to 11 years old need to wear prescription eyeglasses with One in Five of children 12 to 17 years has difficulty seeing classroom chalkboards with 45% in this age group wearing some type of prescription eyewear. From the American Optometric Association’s survey, 88% of parents are not aware of many warning signs that could indicate an eye or vision problem. Typical signs are: • Squinting, closing or covering one eye • Constantly holding materials close to the face • Tilting the head to one side • Rubbing eyes repeatly • One or both eye in or out • Redness of tearing in eyes • Developmental delays American Optometric Association reports that 60% of children identified as “problem learner” actually suffer from undetected vision problems and in some case have been inaccurately diagnosed as ADHD. According to National Committee on Vision and Health, One-third of children with vision problems are missed by initial school screenings. Having 20/20 eyesight does not mean that a child has perfect vision; it means they can see clearly at a distance of 20 feet. There are many components of good vision including near vision tasks such as reading, writing or computer work. In addition, the ability to read requires the eyes to work as a team to gather accurate information. A comprehensive eye exam evaluates these skills and a number of additional skills that are critical to a child’s ability to learn. There are a number of great eye doctors in the San Clemente, Dana Point, and San Juan Capistrano area who will help to evaluate your child’s vision beyond 20/20 and promote focus and success in the classroom.

Jean Lim O.D. Seaside Eyecare 638 Camino De Los Mares, Ste A120 San Clemente CA 92673 Tele (949) 493-2269 Fax (949) 493-2448

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Brian Mason Siebert Our beloved son, grandson, brother and friend Brian Mason Siebert unexpectedly passed away on March 30, 2010. Brian was born on December 19, 1981 and was 28 years old. He was born at South Coast Hospital in South Laguna and lived in San Clemente and Dana Point. Brian graduated from San Clemente High School in 2000. Brian was a master plumber by trade. He excelled in snowboarding, wake boarding, sports fishing and he trained avidly with weights and enjoyed running. Brian is survived by his parents, Philip H. Siebert and Elaine Mason Siebert; sister Cheryl Joanne Ferrelli; brother-in-law Ryan Daniel Ferrelli; nephews Anthony and Luke Ferrelli; grandparents Don and Nancy Mason; aunts Gail Solis, Debby Hall, Debbie Siebert, Betty Ashby; uncle Wayne Mason; cousins Kyle Solis, James Mason, Heath Wright, Alisha Ridgely and Nathanial Siebert. Brian will be missed by the many he touched. Services will be held on Saturday, April 10 at 11:30 a.m. at Heritage Christian Fellowship, 190 Avenida La Pata in San Clemente, CA 92673. The family is requesting that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to Dr. Willa’s House (a recovery home) 140 Avenida Algodon, San Clemente, CA 92672.

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GARAGE SALES Saturdays, April 10 & 17, 8 am-12 noon Talega will be open to everyone for their Spring Community Garage Sale. Directions: 5 Freeway, exit Ave Pico, go EAST on Ave Pico, drive 4 miles to the monuments that welcome you to Talega. NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE Sat., April 10, 8AM – 1PM. 501 Corte del Oro, Talega GARAGE SALE, SAT. 4/10, 7:00am Twin bed frame & mattress, hutch and more furniture, Good TOYS!, Household goods, LOTS of framed pictures for home! 356 Calle Burro, SC 92673 Neighborhood Garage Sale- Sat., 4/10 Amalfi Neighborhood in Talega (Calle Saluda at Via Catarina) Cool people. Cool stuff. Saturday 4/10/10 Garage Sale 505 Ardilla Lane, San Clemente, bikes,chairs, art, captains desk and bedhead (for kids), 16 ft fiberglass extention ladder, lots other stuff. Four Home Garage Sale April 17, 2010 7:30 to 2:30, 515 Calle Baranda, San Clemente (92673)

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HELP WANTED Tired of the commute? Dana Point State Farm Insurance: Customer Service/ Support Staff- to assist sales team with all related tasks to service clients. Requirements: California Property & Casualty Insurance license, experience with a major insurance company, computer literate, ability to type and maintains an excellent history of working with the public. Spanish speaker a plus. Health and retirement benefits available.$12-16/hr DOE.FAX resume 949-240-8944.

Home Improvement CUSTOM CARPENTRY, doors, mantels, mouldings. John Jenkins 949-310-9605

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Shaw’s Carpets 135 Avenida Victoria

ACUPUNCTURE Clemente Acupuncture acudoc333@aol.com

949.234.9857

CARPET CLEANING Pete McKenzie Carpet Cleaning San Clemente

Air conditioning All Season Air 949.579.0741 allseasonair@gmail.com, www.allseasonair.net D C Plumbing & Air Conditioning, Inc. www.dcplumbing.net 949.365.9044 Oasis Air Conditioning & Heating 949.420.1321 www.oasisair.com Orange Coast Plumbing 949.361.1511 www.orangecoastplumbing.net

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CARPET & FLOORING Anaheim Carpet & Flooring 949.366.6564 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.anaheimcarpet.net

CATERING

Rooms With A View - One Day Redesign 949.492.8566 Lange & Minnott 949.492.3459 Using Existing Furnishings www.roomswithavu.com 1401 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 109 Vignettes of Refinement 949.218.8022 EXTERMINATING San Clemente, www.vignettesofrefinement.com Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 JewelerS 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, Paradise Jewelers 949.361.4367 www.freetermitereports.com 808 N. El Camino Real, www.paradisejewelers.com

Financial Advisor

Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 111 Avenida Del Mar # B, www.carbonara.com

Cheese Shop

Appliances

INTERIOR REDESIGN

Estate Planning, Probate & Trust

949.492.3663 The Cellar South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com Children’s Clothing

Appliances Services & Repairs

Junk Removal

Edward Jones Investments 949.492.1274 300 S. El Camino Real, Ste. 102b, www.edwardjones.com Green Dump Truck www.greendumptruck.com

FLOORING

LANDSCAPE & DESIGN

Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 Costa Verde Landscape 949.361.9656 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G -105, License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com www.costaverdelandscaping.com Florists/Flowers Greenscapes Landscape & Design 949.366.6564 Edible Arrangements 949.361.3333 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.greenscapesoc.com

Mac & Madi 949.366.6226 203 Avenida Del Mar, www.macandmadi.com ASAP Appliance Service 949.361.7713 Petit Bonhomme 949.361.3651 3200 Legendario, www.asapapplianceservice.com 147 Avenida Del Mar, www.shoppetitbonhomme.com 305 S. El Camino Real Unit 102B, www.ediblearrangements.com

ART CLASSES

CHIROPRACTORS

Sidestreet Gallery Mary’s Art Classes 205 Ave Cabrillo, 949.492.7244 www.DowntownSanClemente.com

ART GALLERIES San Clemente Art Association 949.492.7175 100 N. Calle Seville, www.scartgallery.com

Attorneys The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com Serrate Law 949.429.8107 630 S. El Camino Real, Ste. A, serrate@cox.net

Auto Collision Repair Beach Cities Auto Collision 127 Calle de los Molinos, www.beachcitiesautocollision.com

949.276.8005

Auto Wrecking San Clemente Truck & Auto Wrecking 1520 Avenida de la Estrella, Ste. B, 949.492.6121 www.sanclementeautowrecking.com

BABY EQUIPMENT RENTALS/SALES

Dr. R. Tyler Johnson DC, Chiropractic Center 1401 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 103, 949.498.6440 www.chiropracticcenteronline.com

LOAN MODIFICATIONS

FURNITURE South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

San Clemente Window Fashions www.sc-wf.com

BOOKS Village Book Exchange 99 Avenida Serra

Gateway Legal Center 949.485.5701 616 S. El Camino Real, Ste. L, www.gatewaylegalcenter.com

MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPY

Christine Johnston, LMFT 949.500.4340 Commercial Real Estate GIFTS 616 S. El Camino Real, Ste. G-9, Doug Echelberger Edible Arrangements 949.361.3333 www.psychologytoday.com/therapyfinder First Team Real Estate 949.498.7711 305 S. El Camino Real, Unit 102B, Massage Therapy 407 W. El Camino Real, www.echelberger.com www.ediblearrangements.com Body Therapy/Healing 949.683.2033 COMPUTER REPAIR & SERVICES GRAPHIC DESIGN San Clemente, www.cfrpassion.com San Clemente Computer & Network Services 949.498.7700 Images/Creative Solutions 949.366.2488 C’Siren Day Spa daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 312 Avenida De La Estrella 2927 Via San Gorgoinio, Ste. 100, www.imgs.com Sano Computers 949.492.2179 MATTRESSES www.sanocomputers.com HAIR SALONS Solution Tek-nologies 949.400.0080 South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 Kreative Hair Design 949.498.6245 San Clemente, www.solutiontek-nologies.com 109 Calle de los Molinos, 173 Avenida Serra www.southcoastfurniture.com CONCRETE Bruce Fickling Concrete Construction - C8493645 Costa Verde Landscape License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com

949.498.5720 949.361.9656

HAULING/DEMO/CLEANUP

Bruce Fickling Concrete Construction - C8493645

949.498.5720

Heating

All Season Air 949.579.0741 CONTRACTORS - GENERAL allseasonair@gmail.com, www.allseasonair.net OC Tykes 949.429.1714 B Construction 949.481.8444 Oasis Air Conditioning & Heating 949.420.1321 201 N. El Camino Real, www.octraveltykes.com www.oasisair.com 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.bconstruction.net Bankruptcy Attorneys Orange Coast Plumbing 949.361.1511 The Cooper Company General Contractor 949.361.2538 www.orangecoastplumbing.net The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 License #B 638754, 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com www.biffcooperconstruction.com Dunham Construction, Inc. 949.492.7100 Home Décor Beauty Supply License #450880, www.dunhamconstruction.net South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 949.492.2808 109 Calle de los Molinos, Del Mar Beauty Supply 949.492.8180 Hutton Construction www.brucehuttonconstruction.com www.southcoastfurniture.com 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste D, www.delmarbeauty.com

Dentists

Blinds

949.697.4517

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Jon B. Marashi, General & Cosmetic 949.493.9311 Custom Carpentry, Concrete Framing & Finish 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 209, Ike Soffes 949.363.3087 www.drmarashi.com Ronald Trosper, DDS 949.492.7140 HOUSE CLEANING 949.492.1114 145 Ave Del Mar, www.downtownsanclemente.com David Miller - Wonderful Windows 949.369.7263 DRYWALL www.wonderfulwindows.com

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BOUTIQUES Complete Drywall Service 949.280.6064 HOUSE SITTING Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique 949.429.2020 r.simmonsdesigns@yahoo.com Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 641 Camino de los Mares, Ste. A 110, EBAY EDUCATION & TRAINING San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net www.salonzinnia.com XOXMas Ebay Specialist 949.683.3068 Insurance CABINETS & FINISH CARPENTRY San Clemente AVI Commercial Insurance 949.940.1856 Huffman Construction 949.279.5046 ELECTRICAL 200 S. Ola Vista, www.aviinsurance.com CARPET Arcadia Electric 949.361.1045 INTERIOR DESIGN Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 www.arcadiaelectric.com Gallagher Electric 949.412.6602 Norma Mardian Interior Design 949.492.6271 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G-105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com www.nminteriordesign.com P.O. Box 986, www.gallagher-electric.com

MOLD REMOVAL Jarvis Restoration -24/7 949.362.5388 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com

MOTORCYLE PARTS & SERVICE SC Rider Supply 949.388.0521 520 S. El Camino Real, www.scridersupply.com

MOVERS All Star Moving Company 949.369.6683 180 Calle Iglesia, www.allstarmove.com

MUSIC LESSONS Janet Poth - Violin & Viola 949.922.6388 413 Calle Pueblo, janpoth@aol.com

OFFICE FURNITURE South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

Optometry San Clemente Optometry, David J. Nota, OD 224 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.2029 www.sanclementeoptometry.com Seaside Eyecare 949.493.2269 638 Camino De Los Mares, #A120, www.seasideEyecare.com

PAINTING Talega Viejo Painting 949.922.0238 2164 Via Aguila, www.talegaviejopainting.com

Periodontics & Dental Implants Dr. Alice P. Moran, DMD 949.361.4867 (GUMS) 1001 Avenida Pico, Ste. K, www.moranperio.com

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Personal Training Pamela Magnan pppmagnan55@gmail.com

BUSINESS • SPOTLIGHT 949.579.0823

Sandy & Rich MARQUEZ, Altera REAL ESTATE

PEST CONTROL Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, www.freetermitereports.com The Termite Guy -Termite & Pest Control 106 W. Canada Ave., 949.940.1010 www.877termite.com

Pet Care Mike’s Pet Care www.mikespetcare.com

949.246.3835

Pet Grooming VIP Pet Spa 949.492.7473 810 S. El Camino Real, www.vippetspa.com

Pet SITTING Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net Mike’s Pet Care 949.246.3835 www.mikespetcare.com PAWS-itively Pet Care 949.683.2033 San Clemente, www.cfrpassion.com

PET SUPPLIES Pet Treasures 949.493.7297 653 Camino de los Mares, Suite 100, www.pet-treasures.net

PHARMACIES The Medicine Shoppe 1001 S. El Camino Real

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949.492.1050

PIZZA Izza Neapolitan Pizzeria 949.248.4925 376 Camino de Estrella, www.izzapizzeria.com

PLUMBING A to Z Leak Detection 949.499.4464 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.atozleakdetection.com Bill Metzger Plumbing 949.492.3558 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.billmetzgerplumbing.com D C Plumbing & Air Conditioning, Inc. www.dcplumbing.net 949.365.9044 Orange Coast Plumbing 949.361.1511 www.orangecoastplumbing.net San Clemente Plumbing 949.366.2691 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 108, www.sanclementeplumbing.com

Sandy and Rich have the Professional Experience and Proven Tract Record that San Clemente Homeowners are looking for, to successfully navigate in this current market. It is their exceptional customer loyalty that has placed them as the Top Agents in San Clemente for over 12 Years and amongst the Top 1% of Agents in the Nation. 949.293.3236, www.sandyandrich.com

Medical Concierge 949.387.6210 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 230, www.detoxall.us

Psychologists Manny Tau, Psy.D., PSY14892 800.865.0367 300 S. El Camino Real, Ste. 218, www.drtau.com

SCREENS

Sure-Fit Screens www.surefitscreens.com

949.498.9412

SECONDHAND THRIFT SHOP South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

Skating & Family Ent. SC-SK8/JCJ’s 800.607.2229 108 Calle Lago, www.sc-sk8.com

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VETERINARIANS Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital 949.429.1555 1242 Puerta Del Sol, www.pacificcoastveterinary.com

WATER DAMAGE 949.362.5388 Jarvis Restoration -24/7 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com

WAXING Smooth Waxing 418 N. El Camino Real #D, www.smoothwaxingsalon.com

949.369.1307

WEBSITE DESIGN

Aloha Beach Camp 949.481.7222 San Clemente Website Design 949.246.8345 949.361.0357 647 Camino de los Mares, www.alohabeachcamp.net www.sanclementewebsitedesign.com

Altera Real Estate - Ed Mixon www.edmixon.com Altera Real Estate - “Sandy & Rich” www.sandyandrich.com 949.293.3236 Antonio Fiorello, Forté Realty Group 949.842.3631 San Clemente, www.forterealtygroup.com Century 21 Beachside - Irlanda Swarthout 501 N. El Camino Real, 949.310.4818 www.irlandaswarthout.com Century 21 O.M.A 949.492.5413 229 Avenida Del Mar, www.c21oma.com Coldwell Banker – Michael Anthony 949.370.3590 michaelanthony@coldwellbanker.com, www.michaelanthonyrealtor.com Doug Echelberger First Team Real Estate 407 W. El Camino Real, 949.498.7711 www.echelberger.com Prue Putnins- Regency Real Estate 949.366.1984 www.thetalegateam.com, www.HomesByPrue.com Tarbell Realtors - The Metcalfs 949.533.5999 1001 Avenida Pico, www.Metcalf4Homes.com

Real Estate Attorneys The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com

Surf Lessons

Aloha Beach Camp 949.481.7222 647 Camino de los Mares, www.alohabeachcamp.net

SURF SCHOOLS

WINDOW CLEANING Wonderful Windows www.wonderfulwindows.com

949.369.7263

WINDOW COVERINGS

San Clemente Surf School 949.334.7649 Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 www.sanclementesurflessons.com 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com TERMITES San Clemente Window Fashions 949.498.9515 Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 www.sc-wf.com 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com Wine Bar Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, The Cellar 949.492.3663 www.freetermitereports.com 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com The Termite Guy -Termite & Pest Control 106 W. Canada Ave., 949.940.1010 Wine Shop & Wine Tasting www.877termite.com San Clemente Wine Company 949.429.7076 212 ½ Avenida Del Mar, www.scwinecompany.com

Troubled Teens

949.940.6068 Pacific Quest mark@pacificquest.org, www.pacificquest.org

YOGA Shantee Yoga 949.273.1426 202 Avenida Aragon, myshanteeyoga@gmail.com

Remodel Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com Finish Builders 949.492.1084 nesaanderson@cox.net, www.finishbuilders.com

Restaurants

Café Calypso 949.366.9386 POOL/SPA SERVICE & REPAIR 114 Avenida Del Mar #4 Radiant Pool & Spa Service 949.290.5616 Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 San Clemente, radpool@cox.net 111 Avenida Del Mar # B, www.carbonara.com SC Pool Techs 949.235.1261 Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar 949.498.6390 www.fixmypoolnow.com 611 Avenida Victoria, www.fishermansrestaurant.com PRINTING Izza Neapolitan Pizzeria 949.248.4925 Printing OC 949.388.4888 376 Camino de Estrella, www.izzapizzeria.com The Cellar 949.492.3663 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

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Salon Bleu 949.366.2060 TUTORING 207 S. El Camino Real, www.scsalonbleu.com 949.632.1176 Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique 949.429.2020 Study with Stacy www.studywithstacy.com 641 Camino de los Mares, Ste. A 110, www.salonzinnia.com Vacuums Sanctuary Salon & Spa 949.429.5802 1041 Avenida Pico, Ste. B, www.sanctuarytalega.com Nic’s Vacuum & Small Appliance 949.492.4747 216 Ave. Del Mar, www.nicsvacuum.com

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USA Dance 2010 National Dancesport Championships, JW Marriott Hotel in L.A. April 9-11, 8 a.m. America’s top ballroom and latin dance competitors will rally in Los Angeles. The event is open to the public and a sell-out crowd is expected. Info:

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Dolphins vs. Tritons, San Clemente High School April 13, 3:30 p.m.

Wolverines vs. Tritons, San Clemente High School April 13, 5:30 p.m.

Diablos vs. Tritons, San Clemente High School April 13, 6 p.m.

With the playoffs right around the corner, the Lakers will take in one of two ﬁnal home games to close out the regular season.

Fresh off a solid tournament performance, the Lady Tritons ﬁnally hit their league schedule with a game against Dana Hills.

San Clemente is on a terror this season and will carry that momentum into their game against Aliso Niguel.

After a tough loss to Tesoro and a week off from matches, the boys get back on the court for a crucial game against Mission Viejo.

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Triton soccer standout overcomes injury, ﬁnds success on many levels By Heather Turney San Clemente Times

rannie Coxe is living proof that goals can be met in life and on the field through hard work and perseverance. Coxe, a 17-year-old junior at San Clemente High School, plays midfield for the varsity girl’s soccer team, and also for her club team the GU17 Slammers FC. In the last year, she has overcome traumatic injury while playing soccer, improved to a 4.43 GPA in the classroom, and recently gave a verbal commitment to play for Yale at the next level. Although she possesses natural athletic and academic talent, Coxe says that hard work and perseverance have enabled her success. “Anything is possible,” she said. “Don’t listen to people who tell you, ‘you can’t.’” Coxe started her soccer training at a young age, playing AYSO at five years old, and foot skill training three times a week at nine years old. She then went on to play competitive club soccer, eventually joining with the Slammers in middle school. In addition, she attended multiple summer training camps and workshops to develop her skills. Aside from athletics, Coxe is also the co-founder and presi-

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Trailblazers vs. Lakers, Staples Center April 11, 12:30 p.m.

Frannie Coxe. Photo by Brian Miller

dent of the high school chapters of Habitat for Humanity and Operation Smile, while holding the position of ASB Secretary at San Clemente High. Coxe was recently awarded South Coast League MVP and was awarded CIF Offensive Player of the Year in girls soccer–a recognition usually presented to seniors and forwards. When he talks about Coxe, Triton athletic director John Hamro reinforces the concept that anything is possible with

perseverance. “Frannie, along with her parents, understands the importance of balancing academics with athletics, and that high level success can be achieved in both hard work and dedication,” Hamro said. While playing for her club team last year, Coxe suffered a broken fibula and dislocated ankle when tackled from behind in the last 30 seconds of a Far West Regional game against the Camarillo Eagles. It took a positive attitude, plenty of hard work, a metal plate and six pins in her ankle, but Coxe soon recovered and came back to score a hat trick against that same team a year later to the day. She led her team to a 3-0 victory on March 21, and following a 1-0 win against Cleveland FC days later, the team secured a spot at the 2010 National Championships this summer. “[This injury] would have set most athletes back a year, but with Frannie’s determination and commitment, she was able to return in less than six months and play even better,” San Clemente’s girls varsity soccer head coach Stacy Finnerty said. Despite the personal victory, Coxe credits her teammates for the achievement. “I play for my teammates, coaches and family,” she said. “It’s not all about yourself. When I don’t play well, I feel like I’m hurting them too.” Coxe also enjoys time off the field with her teammates at the high school and on her club team. With such inspiring dedication to her sport and her academics, she paves the way for other scholars and athletes at San Clemente High to follow her lighted trail–no matter what gets in their way. “Take every obstacle as an opportunity,” Coxe said. SC

Triton Report By David Zimmerle

BASEBALL • The Tritons (3-2 SCL, 10-5) edged Mission Viejo 6-5 on March 31, beat Capo Valley 5-3 on April 2 and are 2-1 so far at the Anaheim Lions Tournament. The boys will end their showing at the tourney on April 7. Next 7 days: April 14 at Aliso Niguel, 3:15 p.m. SOFTBALL • The Lady Tritons (7-5-1) are 2-1 at the Woodbridge Tournament so far having opened with a 7-0 loss to El Modena on April 3, but coming back that same day for an 8-3 win against Redondo. On April 5 the team also beat Corona 6-3. The girls will continue tourney play on April 10. Next 7 days: April 13 vs. Dana Hills, 3:30 p.m. BOYS LACROSSE • The Tritons (3-1 SCL, 7-2) earned back-to-back wins beating Mission Viejo 12-11 March 30 and Capo Valley 16-8 on April 2. Max Satossky led the team against the Cougars with three goals and three assists, while freshman Robbie Burns also netted three goals. Next 7 days: April 13 at Aliso Niguel, 5:30 p.m. GIRLS LACROSSE • The Lady Tritons (3-1 SCL, 9-1) beat Mission Viejo 10-9 on the road March 30 and also worked Capo Valley with a 6-3 win on April 2. MJ Boud led the team in each game scoring even netting five goals against the Cougars. Next 7 days: April 12 at El Dorado, 4 p.m.; April 13 vs. Aliso Niguel, 5:30 p.m. Page 34 • San Clemente Times • April 8–14, 2010

BOYS AND GIRLS SWIMMING • The girls also competed March 25 and 27 at the Southern Section Relays at Belmont Plaza, and the team as a whole competed at Dana Hills on March 30. For the Lady Tritons, Silken Jones (1:57.42) took first in the 200 free, while Jennifer Stiefel (26.79) and Taylor Smith (1:05.65) each had solid times in the 50 free and 100 backstroke, respectively. Jones, a junior at SCHS, was named to the 2008-2009 USA Swimming Scholastic All American Team recently, qualifying in the 100, 200, 500, 1000, and 1650 freestyles. Next 7 days: April 13 at Tesoro, 3:15 p.m. BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD • On April 1 the No. 10 Tritons traveled to take on top-ranked Dana Hills and were swept as the boys lost 85-51, and the girls lost 105-31. San Clemente’s Eddie Wallace (10.65) took first in the 100 and finished second in the 200 at 21.70 seconds. Hutch Vivian won the 3200 in 9:52.78, and Tyler Stoll was a winner in the high jump at 6-4. San Clemente’s Sarah Twicken won the 400 (57.09) for the girls, and the Tritons’ mile relay team was a winner with a 4:06.15. April 2-3 the team competed at the Trabuco Hills Invitational. Next 7 days: April 15 at Tesoro, 2:45 p.m. BOYS GOLF • The Tritons (2-2 SCL, 8-2-1) defeated Tesoro by a stroke 187-188 on March 31 at Coto de Caza. April 6-7 the team took on La Costa Canyon at the Pahr Invi-

tational at Encinitas Ranch. Next 7 days: April 13 vs. Mission Viejo at Mission Viejo CC, 2:30 p.m.

BOYS TENNIS • The Tritons took on Aliso Niguel on April 1 and tied the Wolverines 9-9 but lost 81-75 on games. Next 7 days: April 13 at Dana Hills, 3 p.m. BOYS VOLLEYBALL • The Tritons (1-1 SCL, 8-5) beat No.7 Dana Hills in four games March 30 winning 25-19, 21-25, 25-19, 25-22. Zak Beard led with 14 kills and 13 digs, Dillon Hoffman had 10 kills and 14 digs, Nick Castellana had nine kills and three blocks, and Jeff Mathis had 24 digs. However, San Clemente lost to Tesoro April 1 in a grueling five game set 16-25, 25-23, 25-19, 21-25, 8-15. Beard led with 21 kills as the rest of the team struggled to find consistency on offense and defense. Next 7 days: April 13 vs. Mission Viejo, 6 p.m. WRESTLING • Triton juniors Preston Quam (194) and Hayden Yacobucci (220) recently competed in the High School Wrestling National Championships in Ohio. Yacobucci opened the tournament with a 9-6 victory–his first victory at a national tournament–but lost his next two matches. Triton state place winner Quam had an impressive run in his first national-level wrestling tournament. Following a first round bye he earned a 17-1 victory, had two losses and closed with a fourth place finish and All-American honors. www.sanclementetimes.com

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Local handcyclist heading to Boston Marathon Only eight qualifying handcyclists are heading to the Boston Marathon this month and San Clemente’s Beth Sanden is one of the elite accepted for the race. Sanden just completed the new LA Marathon course in 2:32 with the Elite women runners trailing behind her.

Red Hot Lava Girls come through with heroics The Red Hot Lava Girls earned a 6-5 win against The American Girls, recently ending with a dramatic game-winning home run. The American Girls started the game off strong with a lead-off single by McKailee Karling (2-2, 2 runs), who was then brought home on an RBI single by Sonni Bray (2-2, 1 run, 2 RBI) which led to three runs in the top of the first inning. The Lava Girls came back with two runs in the bottom of the first with Alexa Gormick (2-2, 2 runs) and Jenna Fomenko (1-2, 1 run, 1 RBI) providing the offense. Lava Girl, Samantha Mauldin pitched a scoreless second inning to keep the game close. The Lava Girls then tied the game in the second inning with an RBI single by Grace Taylor (1-1, 1 RBI). The American Girls scored two runs in the top of the third with Rachel Ratelle getting an RBI single and scoring a Lauren Westcott throws a strike. Courtesy photo run to give them a 5-3 lead. But the Lava Girls did not give up, getting an RBI single from Micah Abbott (1-2, 1 run, 1 RBI) and Fomenko to tie the game 5-5. Lauren Westcott (2-2, 1 Run, 2 RBI) then stepped up to the plate and won the game with a dramatic home run to give the Red Hot Lava Girls the 6-5 win.

ADULT SOFTBALL

LA Marathon finisher and second place winner Beth Sanden (middle) seated between Fermin Camarena of San Juan Capistrano (left) and Paul from England (right). Courtesy photo

SCHS CHEER Triton Cheerleaders celebrate winning season at year-end banquet The San Clemente High School cheerleaders celebrated a winning season on April 1 at the Triton Cheer Banquet at the Talega Golf Club. The San Clemente High School Jazz Band played beautiful music to greet the cheerleaders and their parents. The banquet and ceremony was full of emotion as the seniors said their The SCHS cheerleaders celebrate a great season at their annual goodbyes. Varsity awards were as folawards banquet. Courtesy photo lows: Scholar Athlete-Erin Pierno with a 4.1 GPA, Most Spirited-Angelique Martinez, Most Inspirational-Michelle Ramos, Most Dedicated and Coaches Award-Nicole Sims and Most Valuable-Katie Murray. JV awards: Most Spirited-Jamie Park, Most Inspirational and Most Dedicated-Whitney Tarrant, Coaches Award-Sarah Mikosz and Most Valuable-Loni Kenton. Freshman awards: Most Inspirational-Victoria Martinez, Most Spirited-Brittany Hitt, Most Dedicated-Mady Adler, Coaches Award-Mariah Chavarria and Most Valuable-Lexi Kookootsedes. There was much to celebrate as the cheer season came to an end. This year the cheerleaders won eight first-place trophies and four second-place trophies. The varsity cheerleaders won the Cheerleaders of America West Coast Nationals and JV took home second place. At the USA Spirit Nationals held March 27-28th, JV took home second out of 14, losing by only half a point, and varsity placed fourth out of 28.

SAN CLEMENTE RECREATIONAL WINTER LEAGUE, Week 10 at Steed Park MONDAY MEN’S: Standings: 1. Gut Crushers 7-1, 2. Universal Press 5-3, 3. FNA’s 2-5-1, Molly Bloomers 1-6-1. Results: Gut Crushers 25, Molly Bloomers 13; Universal Press 23, FNA’s 4. TUESDAY MEN’S: Standings: 1. Sofa King 7-1, 2. Dazed & Confuse 6-1-1, 3. 11 Guys 1 Cup 5-12, 4. Invicta 3-4-1, 5. SC Sluggers 1-7, 6. Precision Offset 0-8. Results: Dazed & Confused 16, Precision Offset 7; Sofa King 22, SC Sluggers 19; Invicta 16, 11 Guys 1 Cup 16. WEDNESDAY’S MEN’S “D+: Standings: 1. The Borrochos 6-1-1, 2. Mulligan’s 5-3-1, 3. Out Standing 5-3, 4. Character Defects 2-6, 5. Working Stiffs 1-7. Results: Mulligan’s 16, Borrochos 16; Character Defects 12, Working Stiffs 11; Out Standing 10, Character Defects 9. WEDNESDAY MEN’S “ D+: Standings: 1. The Scrappers 7-1, 2. The Bullets 6-4, 3. Caliente Cantina 5-5, 4. Sun Dried Tomatoes 4-5, 5. SWC 1-8. Results: Caliente Cantina 25, SWC 17; Scrappers 35, Sun Dried Tomatoes 11; Sun Dried Tomatoes 19, The Bullets 17. THURSDAY COED D+: Standings: 1. Wally’s 10-0, 2. Hapa J’s 6-3-1, 3. Off Constantly 6-4, 4. Prestige World Wide 4-6, 5. Ricardo’s 2-6-2, 6. Team Power Balance 0-9-1. Results: Hapa J’s 12, Off Constantly 3; Wally’s 11, Team Power Balance 7; Prestige World Wide 14, Ricardo’s 13. THURSDAY COED D: Standings: 1. OC Sandcars 10-2, 2. Riptide 8-4, 3. Chupacabras 7-5, 4. Last Call 4-8, 5. Ball Breakers 0-12. Results: Riptide 23, Ball Breakers 7; OC Sandcars 27, Last Call 17; OC Sandcars 7, Chupacabras 0 (forfeit). THURSDAY COED D-: Standings: 1. Sunsets 8-4, 2. The Borrochos 6-6*, 3. ICU Dix n Chix 6-6*, 4. Put Me in Coach 6-6*, 5. Camp Pen Pirates 4-8*. (*Tie Breaker). *Playoffs this week in the Thursday Coed League

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RACING Head to SCHS to meet local race CAR DRIVERS Meet your local racers featuring drivers Rhys Millen, Connor De Phillippi, Cameron Steele and friends Tuesday April 13 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at San Clemente High School. The event benefits San Clemente H.S. Auto Academy and San Clemente Military Outreach. SCORES WANTED: We want to run your scores, results and announcements in “Scoreboard.” E-mail sports@sanclementetimes.com, fax 949.388.9977, snail mail or drop off the information to us at 34932 Calle del Sol, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624 by each Monday at 5 p.m. NEW! Post your own scores and photos on www.sanclementetimes.com. Click on “Scoreboard” to submit your information.

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Teeing off for a good cause (Left to right) Glenn Dassoff of Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP, Rick Dival, Don Hansen, event co-chair and resident of San Clemente, and Tony Struthers, administrator for Saddleback Memorial Medical Center, San Clemente teed off at the Saddleback Memorial Foundation’s 2nd annual Golf Classic at the Talega Golf Club in San Clemente on March 18. The tournament raised approximately $80,000 to benefit cardiovascular services at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center in Laguna Hills and San Clemente.

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Josh Benjoya, Nicole Hines, Ben Bagg

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Josh Benjoya, Nicole Hines and Ben Bagg of the Marco Forster Middle School led their team to a second place finish in the National Scholastic Surfing Association (NSSA) State Championships last month at the Huntington Beach, Pier. All three landed in the finals thanks to some impressive surfing despite the high winds and choppy water. Josh took second place in the Boys Shortboard division, Nicole came in sixth in Girls Shortboard and Ben brought home a third place finish in Boys Longboard. Together they contributed 40 of the 72 total points it took to pull off the second place finish behind five-time champions, Shorecliffs Middle School. This was the second year in a row that the Marco Forster team achieved runner-up status at the State Championships. Everyone gave it their best effort in some wicked, shifting wind swell making advancement to the finals a tricky endeavor. Congratulations to this trio of finalists and to the entire Marco Forster team! –AS

Eat, Sleep, Surf

BOARD SHORTS

Dana Point’s surfing chef Aki Murao offers classes in island style cuisine By Jack Baker San Clemente Times

ou’ve got the SURF part down. SLEEP? Well, that’s a no brainer. But how about the EAT? I’ve never really met a surfer that had a problem with this one either, but with the tough economic times we’re experiencing, many surfers have had to cut back on the foods they love when it means ordering from a high priced restaurant menu. With that in mind, we recently had the pleasure of meeting local surfer and chef Aki Murao and finding out about an opportunity to learn how to make some awesome island style “grinds” at home--on a budget and from scratch. If there is one thing we love here in Orange County, it’s foreign culture in its purest form—food. Dana Point’s own surfing Chef Aki brings just this to our tables. Born in Kyoto, Japan, Murao’s love for cooking began in his teenage years in Kyoto, and he has been honing his skills in authentic Japanese cuisine ever since. Immigrating to California just a decade ago, Murao began his career in cooking here through various jobs including cooking at Ichibiri Restaurant. It was not until five years ago that Aki found his solid ground; Akioni’s Catering. Since then, he has been bringing his Japanese culture and personal twists on the cuisine to many local tables. His catering team can prepare teppan yaki, sushi, and even authentic Hawaiian BBQ to your liking; there is no lack of diversity in what he offers. His catering company can provide live entertainment as well—a band, hula dancers and all the special touches of an authentic luau Although he specializes in the food of his country, he has picked up the Polynesian cuisine and culture as part of popular demand. Living near the beach here in Southern California, with our many island influences, Murao has fully embraced the style. These influences extend beyond his cooking into his lifestyle as well. His love for surfing is eminent, as he can often be found riding the waves at San Onofre State Beach—his favorite surf break—or sharing his love for Hawaiian music on the ukulele. In the past, Murao has catered all types of events, small and large, including parties, weddings, corporate events, even charity fundraisers at local churches. Looking into the near future, South Orange County locals will be given the special opportunity to learn how to cook like Aki and have a great time doing it. This month Chef Aki will begin hosting his Page 38 • San Clemente Times • April 8–14, 2010

Aki Murao will teach cooking classes at the San Clemente Community Center. Photo by Sara Borman

very own cooking class titled “Wok ‘N Roll” at the San Clemente Community Center. He will be giving hands on instruction on how to masterfully prepare the delicious dishes he serves in his own meals, including sushi, yakisoba, sweet and sour chicken and traditional Hawaiian dessert. At the end of each class, students will be able to enjoy their own creations and even take home the class materials. Whether you happen to be looking for a caterer for your summer luau or are a surfer on a budget interested in learning how make your own post-session grinds, Chef Aki is your local go-to guy. Classes consist of a four week program— once a week on Wednesday nights—costing $25 a night, or $100 for all four sessions. The $35 materials fee can be paid on the first night and the classes will run from April 14 to May 5. The San Clemente Community Center is located at 100 Calle Seville. Feel free to call Murao directly at 949.350.5040 or visit www.akioni.com for more information. For registration information, call 949.361.8264 or log on to www.san-clemente. org. SC

Surf ForecasT Water temp: 56-61˚F Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: 8-12’+ Poor+; Catalina: 10-15’ Fair Remarks: Easing mix of Southern and Northern Hemi swells and mostly sunny skies make for increasing visibility and light surge. A new SSW groundswell builds in on Friday and into the weekend mixing with small NW energy. Short range: A small, clean mix of fading S/SW and leftover NW-WNW swells prevails Thursday. Better breaks have 1-3’(ankle to waist high) surf, with larger sets for top combo breaks around the correct tides. Conditions are fair with clean morning conditions. Long range: Looking up for the weekend as a new, solid SSW groundswell fills in, mixing with some minimal NW-WNW swell leftovers. Southern Hemi spots shine, with combo breaks pulling in occasional crossed-up peaks. Conditions look fair-good Friday, but may deteriorate by the weekend, stay tuned.

Watermans Applied Science Paddle for Humanity 2010 The Paddle for Humanity is scheduled for May 1 (Beach registration begins at 6:00 a.m. and the race starts at 8:00 a.m.) at Doheny State Beach to raise money and awareness of SurfAid International’s effort to improve the health, well being and self-reliance of people living in isolated regions connected to us through surfing. Due to recent global humanitarian catastrophes the importance of this message has never been clearer. It is hoped that this event encourages both individuals and community businesses to support SurfAid International’s cause. This year’s event will feature a jog-a-thon style online fundraising platform with a round trip ticket to Indonesia going to the top individual fundraiser! Show your support for the SurfAid cause by participating in the 2-mile fun paddle or battle it out with the big dogs in the 6-Mile Elite Race for over $5,000 in cash. Participants may either paddleboard or SUP and those who choose to raise funds as a member of a team will still be eligible for the top individual prize. Join the fun and help reach the goal of raising $100,000 in support of SurfAid International by visiting www.surfaidinternational. org/paddle2910 and clicking on the “sign up today” link. All proceeds from event sponsorship, raffle and contestant entry fees will be donated directly to SurfAid International. Joining an existing team is easy, pick the team you want to join from the list provided, fill out your on-line registration form and start working towards the communal goal. Are you the kind of person who works better alone? Sign up solo, fill out your info and show the rest how it’s done.

UPCOMING EVENTS April 17: ISF OC Middle School Event No. 5, San Clemente, Pier April 17-18: Surfing America Prime Event No. 6, Malibu, Third Point April 17-18: Gatorade WSA Championship Series Event No.9, Dana Point, Salt Creek April 24-25: ISF Middle School State Championships, Oceanside, Harbor NEW! SC Times online video show This week on BoardShorts we take a look at a recent beach cleanup event organized by the San Clemente High School Surfrider Foundation Club. More than 200 volunteers filled 6 barrels of trash including 37,207 pieces of Styrofoam. www.sanclementetimes.com