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City Council proclaims October as National Art and Humanities Month during the Oct. 3 meeting, presenting the city’s newly appointed art and culture ambassadors with a certificate of recognition. Photo: Courtesy of Robin Gray

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SONGS Documentary Wins Awareness Festival Award

Dana Hills Football Honors Military Veterans in Win

DHHS Girls Volleyball Wins Elusive League Title

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Dana Point Celebrates Arts and Humanities Month with Inaugural Trolley Tour

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

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elebrating Arts and Humanities Month, community members will have the chance to tour Dana Point and learn more about the city’s public art and historic places through the inaugural Trolley Art & History Tour on Saturday, Oct. 21.

City Council recognized October as the National Art and Humanities Month during the Oct. 3 meeting, as the city’s newly appointed art and culture ambassadors announced the new event and provided an update on the program’s goals for advocating for local arts and culture.

The ambassador program aims to promote the arts and culture in Dana Point.

The city’s ambassadors include Maria Elena Banks, Alicia Erlinger, Natalie Hribar-Kelly, Nancy Jenkins, Ashley Keene, Jennifer Keil, Karin Schnell, Anthony Small, Laura Smith Hatch, Alex Wilson, Dana Yarger, and Bob Zasa.

“The people who have been appointed to these ambassador roles are all outstanding representatives who truly appreciate what makes Dana Point special. They each bring their own unique talents and abilities to this commitment and have already made a big impact. I can’t wait to see what more this team can accomplish for the city while elevat-

ing the awareness and reputation of our arts and culture community,” said Mayor Mike Frost.

The City Council voted to dissolve its Arts and Culture Commission in favor of a larger Art and Culture Ambassadors program in June in an effort to engage more community members in advocating for a diverse slate of arts-related programs, events and more in Dana Point.

In a press release, Smith Hatch noted that the ambassadors “hope to achieve cross disciplinary collaboration to bring a variety of programs, events, and activities to the area, featuring local artists, performers, and celebrating our unique Dana Point history and culture.”

During the council meeting, Smith Hatch shared that Art and Humanities Month offers an opportunity for communities to “get together and celebrate the arts for an entire month.”

“It’s considered the largest collective annual celebration of the arts, and it’s really just meant to encourage citizens to explore arts and humanities in their local communities,” Smith Hatch said.

“And that’s what we’re doing here.”

The ambassadors’ first major event, the Trolley Art & History Tour, features a city tour that will stop at public art and historic landmarks throughout Dana

Dana Point will be celebrating National Art and Humanities Month with an inaugural Trolley Art & History Tour on Saturday, Oct. 21, led by art and culture ambassadors and Dana Point Historical Society docents.

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Point. The two trolleys will depart at 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. from Prado Square.

The two trolleys will be hosted by an Art Ambassador and docent from the Dana Point Historical Society who will provide information at each tour stop, including the Lantern Bay Park Stairs, Doheny Village Mural, Hide Drogher Sculpture, Watermen’s Plaza, and Woodruff Homes. The tour will last roughly one hour and 15 minutes and will stop at a total of 14 locations throughout town.

“We’re going to be sharing all of the public art within the city, and it’s going to be exciting,” Jenkins said.

Jenkins noted that Dana Point has quite a few historical landmarks still standing that will be explored on the tour, which will be an opportunity “to

Harbor Hoot Stand-Up Paddle Event Returns to Dana Point Shores

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

Dana Point Harbor Hoot is celebrating its 5th anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 14, with a day of Stand-Up Paddling events for all skill levels and ages.

The Dana Point Harbor Hoot aims to “advocate for water safety, education, training, and recreation” in local waters through its annual paddle event.

“This event has become a cornerstone of the stand-up paddling calendar, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to celebrate our 5th anniversary with the incredible support of Infinity SUP,” Event Spokesperson Devon Baggs Dana Point Times October 13-19, 2023

The Dana Point Harbor Hoot is returning to local waters for its 5th annual Stand-Up Paddling event.

Photo: Courtesy of Dana Point Harbor Hoot

said in a media release. “With limited registration, breathtaking courses, and a focus on community, this year’s Hoot

promises to be a truly unforgettable experience for all participants.”

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see art and the historical landmarks.”

Schnell noted that one of the stops on the tour, Watermen’s Plaza, is set to have its next statue unveiled on Oct. 25, just a few days after the trolley tour.

The tour, Schnell noted, is an opportunity to stop and appreciate the public art pieces that most people speed past as they drive through town.

“We’re going to show you a lot of really hidden gems that we have in this town,” Schnell said. “It’ll be fun.”

Station Craft will host a reception following the trolley tours with live music and featured artists.

The reception is open to the public, whether or not community members attended the trolley tour, Small said.

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events that cater to paddlers of all skill levels: the 3K Channel Scoot, the Harbor Hustle and the Baby Beach Bolt Team Relay.

The 3K Scoot offers paddlers a chance to test their speed and agility against fellow participants along the Dana Point Harbor channel. The Harbor Hustle offers a more challenging course that takes participants through the Dana Point Harbor. The Baby Beach Bolt Team Relay is a team-based relay event, offering a chance for participants to work together throughout the course.

Registration is limited to just 200 participants to ensure a special, personalized experience on the water. Early registration is strongly encouraged, as spots are expected to fill up quickly, organizers said.

For more information or to register, visit danapointharborhoot.com.

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Organization Seeks Tangible Action to Protect Local Beaches

BY C. JAYDEN SMITH

Activism at the local level can manifest and general bureaucratic inertia without for as 40-50 feet of beach was actually a itself in countless ways, often seeking to tangible action. rock revetment, Whitelaw said. address dire issues that impact an entire That lack of action has prompted Save “They’re supposed to go out and meacommunity.

Our Beaches’ outreach, in an attempt to sure again in October, and when they do, Citizens recognize that aspects of their help people understand which sand rethe state beach should be identified as surroundings could be improved, thus tention methods will be the most effective being ‘threatened’ or even ‘critical,’” she prompting them to act. and do the least to negatively impact surf added. “‘At the very southern boundary of The San Clemente-based Save Our breaks and other valuable factors of the (the) state beach, there is zero beach. It’s Beaches organization is an example of coastal environment. In recent weeks, Joe literally waves against rock.” that, most recently advancing their advocacy by incorporating as a California nonprofit and earning its 501(c)(3) status.

Organization president Suzie Whitelaw told Dana Point Times that Save Our Beaches’ decision was intended to give itself more legitimacy and enable it to take donations when necessary.

“Our main goal is advocacy, but if you’re a 501(c)(3), if you’ve gone through that process … it gives you legitimacy, and it opens up some doors for cooperating with governmental agencies and with other 501(c)(3)s,” Whitelaw said.

The board of Whitelaw, chairman Gary Walsh, secretary Joe Wilson and treasurer John Dow first began to form roughly two years ago. Walsh, a Cyprus Shores resident, noted the loss of the beach at a nearby community and heard that Whitelaw, a former professor of oceanography and an academic Save Our Beaches San Clemente board members are leading a charge to hold government authorities accountable for properly well-versed in geology and the environrestoring the city’s coastline. From left: Secretary John Dow, Chairman Gary Walsh, President Suzie Whitelaw and Secretary Joe ment, lived in the same neighborhood.

Wilson. Photo: C. Jayden Smith Along with Dow and Wilson, who also were residents and surfers interested in protecting their beloved beach, Wilson has set up tables on San Clemente’s Wilson agreed, saying that in March, Walsh asked Whitelaw to join their small Beach Trail to pass out information to shortly after the city had initiated its Nagroup. With her inclusion and the realizapeople using the footpath. ture Based Coastal Resiliency Project Feasition that erosion has occurred at other San “(The public is unaware) of what can bility Study, he observed what was akin to Clemente beaches, the group focused on happen and what we need to do,” Walsh a cliff on the state beach. After walking five contacting others to get as many people said. feet from the riprap near the train tracks, involved in saving the local coastline as Led by Whitelaw and Wilson, the group the amount of sand dropped significantly. possible. is also working to publish a position paper “That’s the problem with the beach “We realized that we have to do someas a response to the solutions presented width measurements,” Whitelaw said. “It’s thing; otherwise, we’re going to lose it,” during the City of San Clemente’s Comnot capturing the vertical amount of sand said Walsh. munity Meeting on Coastal Resiliency that’s been removed. There was that cliff, Since forming Save Our Beaches, Concepts that occurred late last month. and then gradually, in the summer, (it) everyone in the group has individually Wilson said artificial reefs and subsmoothed out so you don’t see the cliff progressed in their knowledge of issues merged breakwaters are their leading anymore, (and) there’s a lowering of the surrounding coastal erosion, according to retention measures, as those methods whole level.”

Dow. They came together to share scientific don’t dramatically change the flow of sand Additionally, she spoke about how North or surfing-related information that helped or disrupt surf breaks.

Beach’s length from north to south has each person understand the root of the Other feedback the group had of the shrunk to where people increasingly see problem, and the group has conducted resiliency concepts meeting concerned more rocks. Those developments have led substantial outreach efforts, whether the city’s contractor, Moffatt & Nichol, and her to believe a “state of the beach” meathrough mailing lists or by contacting its evaluation of the San Clemente State surement would be beneficial, to not only stakeholder organizations or governmenBeach area as “stable.” Walsh called the learn about beach width, but verticality tal entities. decision “questionable,” and Whitelaw and overall quality.

Dow said coastal erosion is an issue explained that the area’s beach width was “(North Beach has eroded) down to that’s occurring all along the California not nearly as expansive as Moffatt & Nichthat cobble base, and it’s a hard base …” coast and has a discernible origin, but conol’s research suggested.

Whitelaw said. “People don’t want a cobble tended there have been too many studies What the firm’s project team accounted beach. If you’ve been on a cobble beach Dana Point Times October 13-19, 2023

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with little kids, it’s dangerous.”

Dow mentioned that he views the area as a microcosm of its surrounding city, stuck in an area where it doesn’t receive consistent sand flow from the north. Stuck between the hard-armored, or rocky, Capistrano Shores to the north and Mariposa to the south, with its own rock pile, the environment isn’t conducive to spreading around sand to North Beach.

“What’s happening there is what’s going to happen, probably, in the entire city of San Clemente,” said Dow.“Again, on the north end, we’ve got the Mariposa boulder pile, and on the south end, we’ve got the Cyprus Shores’ boulder pile. There’s very little sand that gets to move even within that zone because of those barriers.”

Overall, the group expressed a desire to see the city use retention solutions that have a solid proof of concept and fundability, and for the city to mimic the T-Street beach’s reef structure.

That reef does well to minimize wave energy, Whitelaw said, which the areas of North Beach and Cyprus Shores could use to keep any sand nourishment they receive.

With the feasibility study ongoing until roughly 2026, and the amount of time between the study’s conclusion and the eventual start of any projects in San Clemente, Dow said the study’s current evaluations of city beaches could drastically change for the worse over the years.

“I don’t think it’s outside the realm of possibility that the state beach could be gone in another winter or two,” he said.

“I don’t think we have the luxury of time, and I don’t think it should take two years to come up with a plan.”

Both the state and the federal government should be actively involved in making solutions happen, Walsh added, speaking to the importance of the railroad through San Clemente for commercial and defense matters, as well as getting people down to the beach.

“I think we’re open-minded, but we think something just needs to happen pretty darn quickly,” said Dow. Save Our Beaches comprises groups of people playing various roles, as technical advisors, advisors, community outreach personnel and surf advocates. The organization will continue its efforts to contact more people, not solely to increase its influence, but to develop a citizen-based approach to protecting its coastline.

To access resources that lay out the issues at the San Clemente shoreline or to get involved, visit saveourbeachessc.org.

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Dana Hills Football Honors Military Veterans in Dramatic Win

BY ZACH CAVANAGH

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fter a four-year absence due to the pandemic, coaching changes and scheduling issues, Dana Hills’ reverent tradition of its “Honor the Valor” night returned in dramatic glory on Friday, Oct. 6.

The Dolphins honored military veterans from all branches, including a Gold Star Family, with pregame ceremonies and a complete-effort victory over visiting Irvine, 14-7, at Dana Hills High School.

“I thought it was really cool,” Dana Hills head coach Tony Henney said. “We didn’t have a chance to do it the first two years I was here. The kids really bought into it, and you could see how special a moment it was. There’s a lot of the kids out here who had a grandfather, a dad, somebody that was in the military. I thought there was a lot of pride on the field, and that carried into the game.”

Prior to the game, the Dana Hills football team received a rousing locker room speech from attending veterans, and on the field, the Dolphins players met with their assigned veteran and exchanged special black jerseys with the player’s number and the veteran’s name on the back.

As Henney mentioned, a handful of players were able to honor military veterans in their own families, including the eventual star of the game, senior Noah Kucera.

Kucera made the game-clinching in-

terception on Dana Hills’ own 4-yard line with 31 seconds remaining, and he was able to do it in front of his Army veteran grandfather, Don Kucera, who flew out for the occasion.

“It’s awesome,” Noah Kucera said. “He lives in Chicago, and for him to be able to come out here, and (see us) win the game on the last play on a one-handed interception? You can’t even make that stuff up. It’s just a real special night. When I caught that, I literally started crying.”

Don Kucera was a helicopter pilot in the Army from 196063, and he called it “a wonderful thrill” to be honored among the other military veterans and see his grandson make the game-saving play.

“Wonderful, actually, just to remind myself that people appreciate the veterans,” Don Kucera said. “Particularly, I just missed Vietnam, and when all those guys came back from Vietnam, people were spitting on them or calling them baby-killers. It’s just nice to have that acclamation for people that put their time in and served our country.”

For a full photo gallery and game story on Dana Hills’ win on Honor the Valor night, go to danapointtimes.com.

Dana Hills football honored numerous military veterans from all branches, including a Gold Star Family, with pregame ceremonies and a win on “Honor the Valor” night on Friday, Oct. 6.

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Dana Point Marina Announces ‘Candyland’ Theme for Boat Parade of Lights

Coffee Chat to Provide Update on Water District Projects

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

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he Dana Point Civic Association will host Marc Serna, Assistant General Manager & Chief Engineer of the South Coast Water District, at the next Coffee Chat on Oct. 20 at 8:30 a.m.

Serna will provide an update on the status of the SCWD’s Capital Improvement Plans, including the Doheny Desalination Project, the South Laguna Sewer Tunnel, future Recycle Water System expansion, involvement in the South Orange County Wastewater Authority, participation in the harbor Dana Point Times October 13-19, 2023

development and more.

Serna oversees planning for the $140 million Doheny Desalination Project and $100 million rehabilitation project for the sewer tunnel under Three Arch Bay and South Laguna to Aliso Creek Beach.

Coffee will be complimentary, courtesy of Coffee Importers. All are welcome to attend. The event is weather-permitting. Coffee Importers is located at 34531 Golden Lantern, Dana Point.

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he Dana Point Harbor Partners is kicking off the harbor season with more than 700,000 LED lights illuminating the harbor beginning on Nov. 15.

Happy Harbor Days will return with themed light exhibits throughout the harbor, including a giant whale sculpture, lit-up palm trees, a giant beach ball ornament stack and the popular “Merry Kiss Me” arch through Jan. 14.

The Dana Point Harbor’s iconic Boat

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Parade of Lights will also return for its 48th celebration from Dec. 8-10.

Beginning at 6:30 p.m., the public can enjoy a parade of boats decked in festive decorations and lights from the water’s edge. This year’s theme is “Candyland,” with boaters vying for prizes from best overall theme, most original and more.

For more information about Happy Harbor Days or the Boat Parade of Lights, visit danapointharbor.com. danapointtimes.com

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COMMUNITY MEETINGS SATURDAY, OCT. 14 Challenging Cancer 10-11:30 a.m. The Challenging Cancer group is conducting weekly meetings through Zoom video conferences. The meetings are open to caregivers, people who have a compromised immune system, and people dealing with cancer. To join, email donnavigil2@gmail.com or linda_crdv@ yahoo.com. heritagesc.org.

Citizens’ Climate Education 10:45 a.m.-noon. This nonpartisan climate action group holds monthly meetings on the second Saturday of the month through Zoom video conferences. Email larrykramerccl@ gmail.com to receive a link to join.

TUESDAY, OCT. 17 Because I Love You (BILY) 6:30-8:30 p.m. The organization Because I Love You (BILY), which helps parents navigate through whatever parenting challenges they may be facing (e.g., failure to launch, substance misuse, disrespect), conducts its weekly meetings on Tuesdays via Zoom video conference and in person/Zoom the first Tuesday of each month at the Outlets at San Clemente’s Conference Room. For detailed instructions on how to participate, email bilysanclemente@gmail.com.

Dana Point City Council 6 p.m. The Dana Point City Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting in the Council Chambers at City Hall. This meeting will also be livestreamed through the city’s YouTube channel. A link for livestreams and replays is available on the city’s website.

Dana Point City Hall, 33282 Golden Lantern Street, Suite 210 Dana Point. danapoint.org.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 18 VA Disabled Claims Clinic 2-4 p.m. The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) 9934 will sponsor a Veterans Affairs Disability Claims Clinic at the Dana Point Community Center the first and third Wednesday of each month. Veterans can walk in and meet with a VFW Service Officer and receive information on how to file a claim for service-related medical issues. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street, Dana Point.

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Local Officials to Gather for Screening of Award-Winning Documentary on SONGS

BY C. JAYDEN SMITH

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ongressman Mike Levin and San Clemente Mayor Chris Duncan will be in attendance at the San Clemente Community Center on Saturday, Oct. 14, for the screening of a documentary that highlights local concerns about the decommissioning of San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station.

Organized by San Clemente Green, event attendees will be able to watch SOS–The San Onofre Syndrome: Nuclear Power’s Legacy, which documents the work of Southern California activists in shutting down SONGS over a 12-year period. It also aims to show how the station’s surrounding San Clemente community is similar to those near the other 54 nuclear reactor sites across the United States, which fear how the remaining spent nuclear fuel–if left where it is now–could seriously threaten their futures.

At the Awareness Film Festival in Los Angeles, which occurred from Oct. 3- 9, SOS won the Grand Jury Award for documentary feature films, the highest award a documentary can achieve.

James Heddle, one of the film’s directors, told Dana Point Times that winning the award could help spread the word about SOS around the country and galvanize “informed public activity” in the 54 other affected communities and beyond.

“The Grand Jury consisted of film industry people, and it is in Hollywood, the center of consciousness,” Heddle said. “It’s not just winning a prize in Podunk. It’s intelligent, professional people that have looked at it and decided that it’s worth public attention.”

Levin will participate in a press conference that precedes the film’s showing, and Duncan will provide the welcoming address.

Along with Heddle, Mary Beth Brangan, who also served as producer, and Morgan Peterson co-directed the film, adding to a long list of educational films involving Brangan and Heddle’s Ecological Options Network. Brangan and Heddle spoke with DP Times in advance of the event on Saturday, with Brangan saying she wanted to ensure people near SONGS were aware of the reality of the situation regarding removing SONGS’ spent fuel and transporting it to a new repository.

“We’re not going to get the true story from the utility or from the government,” she said. “You’ve got to be really willing to look deeper into what’s really

Saturday’s showing of SOS--The San Onofre Syndrome: Nuclear Power’s Legacy documents concerns over water seeping into the SONGS facility. Photo: Courtesy of Gary Headrick

what. (We wanted to provide) information for an informed discussion, and an informed discussion from a moral and ethical point of view.”

The co-directors explained the issues with how SONGS was originally constructed and utilized, the current tenuous position of the facility, and the potential dangers of trying to move spent fuel elsewhere, which the team learned about through extensive research.

Chiefly, Brangan and Heddle are concerned about the canisters holding the spent fuel and the fuel rods inside those canisters.

Brangan explained that the canisters are five-eighths of an inch thick, drastically thinner than the thick metal casts used in other countries, and that all of the partially below-ground containers were easily gouged when they were first lowered into the nuclear silos because of the thinness. With how fast materials can rust in close proximity to the ocean, they fear that oxygen could eventually get into the corroded canisters and cause spontaneous combustion.

Disasters could occur through other means, as well. The 15-foot fuel rods, or fuel pellets wrapped in zirconium, could eventually break and send the pellets to the bottom of the container, causing a “meltdown” if they touch.

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transport. “(When) moving them, they might shatter just like crystals or glass.”

With the facility so close to an ocean that has a significantly increased size of waves that pose a large threat of sending water into the containers, Brangan said there’s a lot to worry about.

“You’ve got all that going on, and it’s so close, and the bluffs are collapsing south of it and north of it …” she said.

“We’re afraid that with a big storm here, you have storm surge combined with the King Tides, or an earthquake, (dangerous things could happen).”

They also voiced concerns over a consolidated interim storage facility being placed somewhere where the voice of the local population–whether it be Hispanic Americans or Native Americans–isn’t heard, despite the ongoing consent-based siting process.

“It’s basically taking the waste over rickety transportation systems and dumping it on defenseless people who don’t have the political strength or the economic (resources) to be able to fight it,” said Heddle.

The team’s desired solution for SONGS would involve moving the fuel to higher ground away from the ocean, as long as proper containment measures are in place.

Saturday’s screening will be preceded by the press conference at 2:30 p.m., with the showing from 3:30-5 p.m. and a Q&A session afterward. The event is free to attend, although guests can provide donations in return for popcorn and drinks.

The San Clemente Community Center is located at 100 N. Calle Seville. danapointtimes.com

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Annual Holiday Book Sale Returns to Dana Point Library

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The ambassadors also announced that “I hope the community looks at the they launched a website that hosts an reception as a ‘Meet the Ambassadors’ events calendar, information on public with some excellent artists in Ashley art pieces throughout Dana Point, as Keene and Ethan Espinosa and some well as information about each of the 12 cool music with Sidney Bowen opening ambassadors. for me,” Small said.

“We have a vast amount of art in pubSmall will also perform music from lic places here in Dana Point, anything his new album, “El Viejo,” with Matt from murals, we have fountains listed, Samia of Mojave Ghost. Artwork from our sculptures, statues, the utility box Keene and Espinosa will be on display program, the Elephant Parade, tributes– throughout the restaurant. so this is a great resource for people to “I think that (featuring the ambassacome right here and see what we have dors) is a neat thing, because it shows here in Dana Point,” Smith Hatch said. that the new arts ambassadors are The website also features the city’s engaged, creating, and subject matter local artist directory and a list of local experts frankly in the various arts and art- and culture-related nonprofits. community programs,” Small said. “I’m A limited number of tickets are proud to get to share my music with the available for the Trolley Art & History community, and I’m also very proud to Tour. Tickets are $15 per person and are share Ashley’s artwork.” available for purchase at Dana Point Small noted that the ambassadors are Recreation. For more information, visit subject matter experts in art, music, galdanapoint.org or danapoint-arts.com or leries, community programs, engaging contact artsandculture@danapoint.org. students and more.

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he Friends of the Dana Point Library will host its annual Holiday Book Sale, the nonprofit’s biggest fundraising event of the year, on Saturday, Nov. 4.

From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the library’s Community Room on Saturday, the Friends of the Dana Point Library will sell like-new books, cards, games and puzzles that have been donated.

Funds raised during the holiday book sale help to provide new books, supplies and environmental amenities throughout the library, as well as programs for children, teens and adults, according to the Friends of the Dana Point Library.

“The Friends’ mission is not only to staff the bookstore, but to provide a place where people can purchase gently used books at bargain prices and

where our volunteers foster fellowship in the community,” Bookstore Manager Jayne Boydston said. “We hear so often from patrons that our bookstore volunteers are the friendliest and our book and puzzle selection is great.”

Those interested in donating books to the Friends of the Dana Point Library can leave books at receiving bins to the side of the bookstore at any time of the day or night.

Volunteers help run the Friends of the Library Bookstore six days a week adjacent to the public library at 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point. The bookstore is open Monday through Friday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays, from noon to 3 p.m. For more information, call 949.489.3956 during open hours.

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hey say there’s no place like home, and I couldn’t agree more!

Over the course of the past month, I had the opportunity to do what I love most as Assemblywoman– be in the community! As your voice in Sacramento, I’ve been committed to meeting with local residents, community groups and businesses to better understand the needs of our community.

Here are a few highlights from the past month:

On September 8, I attended a local meeting with the California Sober Living and Recovery Task Force. This Task Force, which meets monthly, is comprised of residents, elected officials, and industry experts.

The group continues to grow, with representatives now throughout the entire state. I am proud to co-chair this effort with some of the brightest leaders in our community, working toward common-sense solutions for this important issue!

Heroes of Oceanside and Camp Pendleton It was an honor to join the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce for the 2023 “Heroes of Oceanside and Camp Pendleton” luncheon. I had the pleasure to meet and recognize representatives from Camp Pendleton, Oceanside Police Department, Oceanside Fire Department, Oceanside Lifeguards, as well as health care workers and teachers from both Oceanside Unified School District and Mira Costa College. These individuals all have made key contributions to the advancement and safety of our community!

36th Annual FAM Hunger Walk On Saturday, September 30, I teamed up with Family Assistance Ministries (FAM) in San Clemente for their 36th annual FAM Hunger Walk.

The goal of this successful event was to help combat and prevent hunger and change the lives of those most vulnerable in our community by creating awareness around the great work that FAM is doing in our local community! In 2023 alone, FAM has served over 2.5 million pounds of food to over 27,000 people!

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presented by My San Diego North County. This event was timely, during Hispanic Heritage Month, and honored small businesses and community leaders serving North County San Diego. It was my pleasure to present and celebrate four outstanding members of our community: Maria Nuñez, Arcela Nuñez, Jose De Anda and Claudia Padilla.

My work in the District isn’t finished! We will continue to work closely with residents, business chambers and key stakeholders as we work on our Legislative package for 2024. Be on the lookout for a survey from our office in the coming weeks, where we seek to identify the most important issues for District 74.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve. I am honored to represent you in the State Assembly.

Laurie Davies is a small business owner and former mayor who was elected to the State Assembly in 2020 and reelected in 2022. She represents the 74th Assembly District, which includes Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano in South Orange County—down through Camp Pendleton, and Oceanside, Vista and part of Fallbrook in North San Diego County. DP

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LIVE MUSIC AT SWALLOW’S 9 p.m. Live music is featured at one of San Juan Capistrano’s best-known dive bars and country music spots. Coyote Rebel will perform in the afternoon, and Coyote Rebel will perform at 9 p.m. Swallow’s Inn, 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.3188. swallowsinn.com.

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LIVE MUSIC AT H.H. COTTON’S 7 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular Downtown San Clemente bar and restaurant. Jay Bohen will perform. H.H. Cotton’s, 201 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.945.6616. hhcottons.com.

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FRIDAY | OCT. 13 DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS ALTAR 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. The San Juan Capistrano Mission will display its Dia de los Muertos Altar through Nov. 5 in the 18th century historic Sala. The space offers a place for those to remember their loved ones by placing their names on the Día de los Muertos altar, or ofrenda. Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Old Mission Road, San Juan Capistrano. 949.234.1300. missionsjc.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER 6 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Flashback Heart Attack will perform. StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point.

949.661.6003. danapointstillwater.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT IVA LEE’S 7 p.m. Live music is featured at this San Clemente lounge known for its entertainment. The Kids of Charlemagne will perform. Iva Lee’s Restaurant & Lounge, 555 N. El Camino Real, Suite E, San Clemente.

949.361.8255. ivalees.com.

CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE 8 p.m. Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue. Eagles tribute band Desperado will perform. Tickets are $30.

Doors open at 6 p.m. The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.496.8930. thecoachhouse.com.

FARMERS MARKET IN SAN JUAN 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Enjoy the farmers market in town every Friday. Check out the produce, breads, cheeses, artisan craft vendors, and more. Farmakis Farms, 29932 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.364.1270. farmakisfarms.com.

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SATURDAY | OCT. 14: DOHENY WOOD CAR SHOW 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Visit the annual “Doheny Wood” at the historic Doheny State Beach. More than 100 classic woodie wagons will be on display next to the picnic area. The event will feature a raffle for lots of beach- and car-related swag, a traditional catered BBQ dinner and dessert, usually served around 5 p.m. No admission charge for the show, but park admission is $15 for the day, $14 for seniors. Hourly parking is also available. Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 714.402.7278. socalwoodieclub.com.

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Cruise on by Descanso Park on your bike and enjoy riding, free food and drinks at participating businesses. Descanso Park, 32506 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano. 714.299.0912. greatopps.org.

SUP YOGA AND PADDLE WORKSHOP 8-9:30 a.m. iHeartYoga and Westwind Sailing have partnered with the Dana Point Harbor to offer a unique 90-minute paddle and yoga workshop. The first 30 minutes of the class is spent paddling, and the rest of the class is a yoga practice on the board.

The workshop is for all skill levels. Dana Point Harbor, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. iheartyoga.org.

DANA POINT FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1 p.m. California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market and craft vendors provide a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, handmade soaps and unique oneof-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags. La Plaza Park, 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point.

ENDANGERED SPECIES WLAK 9 a.m. Join the Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center for a Docent Walk. Walks start at 9 a.m. from the Nature Interpretive Center and are approximately 1½ hours long. RSVPs are required. Sign up inside the Nature Interpretive Center. Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center, 34558 Scenic Drive, Dana Point. 949.248.3527. dpnaturalresources@danapoint.org.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO 2023 ‘BIKESTRAVAGANZA!’ 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy a bike safety event

SAN CLEMENTE WOMAN’S CLUB FUNDRAISER 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Join the San Clemente Woman’s Club for a FUNdraiser featuring Quarter Mania, an interactive auction where participants only need to bring a roll of quarters. Doors open at 11 a.m. for check-in, shopping with numerous vendors, and lunch. Quarter Mania begins at noon. Tickets are $30 for pre-sale, and $33 online, including a paddle, a raffle ticket, lunch and a glass of wine. Participants can also bring their own wine, for which there is a $20 corkage fee per bottle. For more information, email Kirsten Penrose at penrose2@yahoo.com. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente. sanclementewomansclub.org.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO GHOST WALK 6 p.m. Join Haunted Orange County for a dark, history-filled ghost tour of San Juan Capistrano. Hear the stories of spirits that inhabit the old Los Rios District and make your way through Camino Capistrano to the outskirts of the Mission itself. The tour ends outside the Mission, near the church where a great earthquake struck in 1812 and parishioners were crushed under falling stones. The meeting location is just outside the brick visitor’s information booth near the train tracks located behind the Franciscan Plaza Parking Structure,

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LIVE MUSIC AT IVA LEE’S 7 p.m. Live music is featured at this San Clemente lounge known for its entertainment. Leroy and the Bad Browns will perform. Iva Lee’s Restaurant & Lounge, 555 N. El Camino Real, Suite E, San Clemente.

949.361.8255. ivalees.com.

SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE 9-11 a.m. South OC Cars and Coffee, dubbed the world’s biggest weekly car meet, attracts a mix of 500-1,000 hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4s and motorcycles. No cars in before 8:30 a.m. Cars should enter and leave slowly and quietly—no revving, speeding or burnouts. The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. southoccarsandcoffee.com.

SUNDAY | OCT. 15 STAND UP TO TRASH BEACH CLEANUP: TRASH IS SPOOKY 9-11 a.m. Join Stand Up to Trash at Baby Beach and the Ocean Institute for a beach cleanup followed by a Lunch and Learn at the Ocean Institute. This month’s theme is “Trash Is Spooky.” Lunch will be provided.

Dana Point Harbor, 24800 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. standuptotrash.com.

CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE 7 p.m. Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue. Eric Clapton tribute band Journeyman will perform.

Tickets are $25. Doors open at 5 p.m. The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.496.8930. thecoachhouse.com.

SAN CLEMENTE FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Shop for a wide selection of fruits, vegetables and artisanal goods from organic growers along Avenida Del Mar. 949 361 8200. san-clemente.org.

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ow lucky for movie fans when a beloved filmmaker releases not just one, but two features in a single year. In 2023, we get not only Asteroid City from indie film legend Wes Anderson, but also The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, which is his second screen adaptation of a Roald Dahl story since Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009). If you’re familiar with Anderson’s work and are one of those casual fans who feel his style and technique have become “indulgent,” “bloated,” “spastic,” and “predictable,” then Henry Sugar might actually be for you. At a swift 40 minutes with only six actors inside a soundstage, this is Anderson at his most “less is more” since Hotel Chevalier (2007).

Set in early 20th century England and India, we follow both Henry Sugar (Benedict Cumberbatch) and Imdad Khan (Ben Kingsley) as they reveal to the audience how they developed the ability to levitate and interact without direct eye contact. Imdad learned a magical method of meditation from an old guru known as The Great Yogi (Richard Ayoade), and Henry discovered the method from a study on Imdad published by Dr. Chatterjee (Dev

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MONDAY | OCT. 16 BRIDGE GAME 12:30 p.m. The South Orange County Bridge Club hosts bridge games, Monday through Saturday. The club is a nonprofit owned by the members and welcomes people to use their minds and develop new friendships. They also offer classes for bridge players of different levels. 31461 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite 205, San Juan Capistrano. galesenter@cox.net.

TUESDAY | OCT. 17 COUNTRY NIGHT AT H.H. COTTON’S 5:30 p.m. This popular downtown restaurant offers a night full of country music and line dancing for all ages. Beginners can participate in a $10 Introduction to Line Dancing lesson from 5:30-6:45 p.m.

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Patel). Ralph Fiennes portrays Dahl himself as one of the narrators, and the five actors play most of the minor roles throughout the film, as well.

The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar was produced and released by Netflix, along with three 15-minute shorts–The Swan, The Ratcatcher and Poison–directed by Anderson, also based on Dahl stories.

Henry Sugar has been receiving critical acclaim for its small production values to match the modest runtime (i.e., no special effects beyond some basic props and not even an official score), as well as for all the characters perfectly cast. Cumberbatch and Patel, in particular, stand out nicely and would fit in well with Anderson’s usual ensemble. It is nice to see the filmmaker have a calming, mellow atmosphere compared to the overly ambitious and exciting nature of his pictures in recent years. But, ironically, the scaled-back effort here

Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.945.6616. hhcottons.com.

AFFORDABLE PET VACCINE CLINIC 4-5:30 p.m. Pets Plus San Juan Capistrano offers low-cost vaccinations for all dogs and cats every month. All veterinary services are provided by Vet Care Vaccination Services, Inc. The low-cost clinic offers vaccination packages, microchips, physical exams, prescription flea control, fecal exams and diagnostic testing on-site. Pets Plus, 32022 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 714.895.8600. vetcarepetclinic.com.

WEDNESDAY | OCT. 18 NATIVE AMERICAN BASKET-WEAVING DEMONSTRATIONS 10 a.m-noon. Teeter Marie Olivares Romero, Ellen Sue Olivares, Susie Fimbres and Wanda Jo Gennaro demonstrate the art of basket weaving on the third Wednesday of the month at the Mission. Basket-weaving demonstrations take place in the front courtyard. The demonstration is free with

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made me realize I do like when he makes the most of his resources, too. I especially missed Anderson’s usually stellar soundtracks of 1960s/1970s tracks or original music by composers such as Mark Mothersbaugh and Alexandre Desplat. Anderson’s choice to

have all the dialogue just be the original book text from Henry Sugar spoken as narration by the actors might not work for some viewers, either (it didn’t for me). But at the end of the day, it’s good to be a Wes Anderson fan this season. DP

the price of admission, membership or tour. Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Old Mission Road, San Juan Capistrano.

949.234.1300. missionsjc.com.

Wednesday through Oct. 25, designed for experienced boaters, as well as those new to boating. Topics include boating safety, knots, boat handling, radio, and other valuable subjects. Successful completion will earn your California boater card. Registration is $70. For more information on how to register, contact Eric Gritzmacher at ericgritzmacher@cox.net or 949.632.2378, or contact Guy Heaton at guyheaton3489@ gmail.com or 949.345.9686. Dana Point Yacht Club, 24399 Dana Drive, Dana Point. cgaux.org.

CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE 8 p.m. Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue. Stand-up comedy show “Funniest Housewives” will feature a diverse cast of outrageous characters.

Tickets are $25. Doors open at 6 p.m. The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.496.8930. thecoachhouse.com.

TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE BREWHOUSE 6:30-8:30 p.m. The BrewHouse hosts a trivia night every Wednesday. Test your knowledge with friends or show up solo and join a team. The BrewHouse, 31896 Plaza Drive, Suite D3, San Juan Capistrano.

949.481.6181. brewhousesjc.com.

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Aging Well Guide Picket Fence Media and Times Media Group welcome you back to our latest edition of Aging Well, our biannual guide for our readers young at heart to continue to shine in their golden years.

For our fall issue of Aging Well, we shine a spotlight on a new retirement community in the South County area with Watermark Laguna Niguel. Watermark emphasizes a concept of “personalized living,” and we got the lowdown from the folks over there on what that means for their residents.

In the line of personal relationships, we also tapped into the expertise of our resident senior relationship columnist Tom Blake, who talked to senior men about their experiences in the online dating world after losing their mates. They can be muddy waters for some elderly in online dating.

While being online for seniors isn’t always a struggle, technology continues to move fast.

We talked to some local groups that offer digital

literacy programs for seniors to stay up to date with new tech advances and smartphones.

Technology can also be helpful, as you find in our feature on hearing aids. Recent studies have shown a link between not wearing hearing aids and development of dementia. We speak with health experts on this correlation and what you can do.

And if you’re looking for something to do with similarly distinguished folks, check out our events calendar. Seniors in South Orange County know how to stay active, and there is always something happening with local groups and community centers.

Stay on your toes with all of this helpful insight in our latest edition of Aging Well.

The Struggles of Online Dating as a Widower

By Tom Blake

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’m technically not a widower; I wasn’t married to Greta, my living-together partner of 25 years. However, the pain of her passing away a year ago this month was just as intense as if we’d been married. The loneliness that followed was overwhelming.

Five months later, this past March, while sitting at home on another lonely Saturday night, I thought, “I can’t take this any longer. I’m not aging well. I’d like to meet some nice women to socialize with. Even if meeting only for coffee. Social interaction is important for lonely seniors. I’m going to try online dating.”

Even though I’ve written senior dating articles for 29 years, I knew very little about online dating, other than what I had read or heard from my readers. I never dreamed that someday I would try it. I subscribed to Match and Zoosk, the latter a lesser-known dating site.

Immediately, I felt hope that I would meet a nice compatible woman. I had improved my aging-well situation. And then reality hit. On my profile, I had to reveal my true age, 83. That was a downer for some women to whom I reached out.

But I was also surprised, because a very attractive woman, age 60, from Carlsbad, 25 miles away, said she was impressed with my profile and wanted to meet. All eight of her pictures looked good.

But she was going away for a month, so our meeting in person would have to wait. I asked her about the 23-year age difference. She said, “Age is just a number.”

I didn’t know if she was for real or not. Was she catfishing? (A person who sets up a fake online profile to seek money or some other motivation.)

While away, she kept in touch with me twice a week. When she returned, we set up an in-person meeting and walked around Dana Point Harbor.

I was floored. She looked like her pictures and gave me a big hug. She said she wanted to move

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to Dana Point. We met two days later, again at the harbor. She asked to see my home. I foolishly agreed.

Two days later, she texted and said if she moved in with me, because of the age difference, she’d likely have to care for me someday. Hence, before moving in, she said she would want me to change my will and estate plan to leave my home to her.

When I said no, she said adios. Never heard from her again.

Welcome to the challenges of senior dating for a single man.

Here is my list of characteristics I seek in a partner.

• Physical attraction—usually recognizable on a first date.

• A person of impeccable character.

• A sense of humor and a love of animals.

• Personal hygiene. Is in good physical shape.

• Availability. Do they have time to be in a relationship with you? Or, are they so busy that you are No. 5 on their priority list?

• Are they geographically close, within 20 or 30 miles away from where you live?

• Within a reasonable age difference—10 years. more or less.

These challenges aren’t just for men; senior women face them as well.

It’s tough to juggle the above seven items and still maintain an aging-well lifestyle. And what happens when you like them, but they aren’t into you?

Yikes, it’s back to the drawing board.

No wonder senior dating is such a struggle.

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Hearing Aid Use Decreases Risk of Cognitive Decline

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any seniors experience some level of hearing loss as a part of the normal aging process; however, wearing hearing devices can help prevent cognitive decline associated with the social isolation and decreased auditory processing that can come with hearing loss.

Hearing is like a muscle that becomes stronger with use, San Clemente HearingLife Hearing Care Provider Amber Barr explained.

By wearing hearing aids, those with hearing difficulties can continue to have “the synapses in your brain keep firing” and maintain auditory processing, Barr explained. Wearing hearing devices can also help those with hearing loss stay engaged in conversation, as having difficulty hearing may make it tougher to stay social, causing those to withdraw from conversations.

“Part of a hearing test is not only listening for tones, but it is also the effect on the ability to understand the spoken word,” Barr said. “So what happens is that if you do have a hearing loss and you do not correct it or it is not something on the forefront, what happens is that you can lose the ability to understand the spoken word.”

According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “nearly 25% of those aged 65-74 and 50% of those who are 75 and older have disabling hearing loss.” The institute notes that roughly 28.8 million adults in the U.S. could benefit from the use of hearing devices.

The World Health Organization explains that unaddressed hearing loss can impact communication, cognition and social isolation, among other impacts. A John Hopkins study found that “mild hearing loss doubled dementia risk. Moderate loss tripled risk, and people with a severe hearing impairment were five times more likely to develop dementia.”

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Residents experiencing hearing loss should wear hearing devices in order to prevent cognitive decline, according to local health care providers.

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Revolutionizing Senior Living: Watermark Laguna Niguel’s Bespoke Approach to Dining, Wellness and Community

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railblazing the senior care landscape, Watermark Laguna Niguel is redefining the experience of aging by prioritizing community, individuality and innovative memory support programs, at the new location in Laguna Niguel, which is set to open later this year.

One of over 70 locations, Watermark Laguna Niguel takes a bespoke approach to care, infusing innovation into dining, wellness and living through its emphasis on “360 Wellness,” an overarching concept that prioritizes the main pillars of health, including physical, mental and spiritual well-being.

Distinguishing itself from traditional senior living models, Watermark avoids the commonly used term “facility,” and refers to residents as “members,” as opposed to “patients,” to establish a sense of community.

This point of differentiation reflects Watermark’s forward-thinking mindset and its aim to move away from traditional needs-based models in senior living.

“Instead of talking about needs at Watermark, we like to talk about possibilities,” says Christopher Tharp, Executive Director of Watermark Laguna Niguel.

Since heading up the operation at Watermark Laguna Niguel just six months ago, Tharp has coached the team to focus on the “perfect day” concept.

Honing in on what makes each member’s life great each day, the staff builds off that to create a living experience that caters to individual needs and preferences.

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SENIOR LIVING from page 18 “What constitutes a perfect day for you? For many of our members, it is that perfect cup of coffee and the crisp LA Times at 8:30 a.m. every morning,” says Tharp.

In the memory support communities, the staff ranges from caregivers to memory support practitioners called “Nayas,” which is ancient Sanskrit for a person of wisdom, or a guide. Nayas are extensively trained to provide focused care for individuals living with dementia, ensuring that they receive support throughout their daily routines, within a secure environment.

The innovation at Watermark extends to its dining program, which emphasizes diversity and inclusion. With a focus on fresh, locally sourced and organic ingredients, members have access to a diverse menu, and meals are included in their base rent, eliminating extra charges.

Collaboration with local markets ensures the integration of locally sourced produce, fish, and fruit into the menu.

One unique program within their dining offering is “Gourmet Bites,” designed to help residents with dementia regain their independence in eating by transforming traditional meals into manageable finger foods.

“Once they learn this, it’s like they’re reborn … they look forward to the tastes and flavors that they’ve always had, without the inhibitions of trying to use a fork or spoon to navigate it from the plate to their mouth,” says Tharp.

In essence, this approach involves dehydration and thin layering, and has undergone a 12-week chef training program, resulting in improved dining experiences and weight gain among dementia care residents, according to Tharp.

“It just brings back the joy of dining, and the thrill of having options and choices of things that you want to eat,” says Tharp.

Moreover, Watermark tailors its dining program to the diversity of the community. For instance, if a particular ethnicity is prevalent among members, the kitchen can adjust the menu choices accordingly.

According to Tharp, at least 95% of the food at Watermark will be fresh, non-frozen and

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organic–a commitment that puts the community “light years ahead,” in terms of dining disciplines.

The “360 Wellness” encourages members to engage in various activities that are comprehensively designed to promote overall health, including tailored fitness programs, socialization opportunities and intellectual pursuits, through Watermark University.

“Watermark University taps into the greatness of the generation that we serve, as well as the greatness of its associates,” says Tharp.

Through classes, events, programs, and outings, Watermark University offers intellectually stimulating activities of all kinds, from painting or learning a new language, to ballroom dancing, sculpting, and dog training, among others.

Open to anyone with a skill to offer, the university is unique in that it is a club where individuals in-house are teaching from their storehouse of wisdom and experiences, as well as tapping into the staff and their different areas of specialty.

Additionally, the community will have access to in-house therapy, a beauty salon, a theater, a garden, and courtyards, as well as a bistro, which includes all the dining disciplines.

Activities including beach walks and gym sessions are planned to provide daily opportunities for residents to enhance overall well-being.

Upon joining Watermark, each member is set up with a customizable care plan that is meant to grow with the individual over time, which falls in line with the community’s aim to move away from the traditional “one size fits all” model.

For instance, some members need their meds administered, or help with dressing, bathing, and using the toilet, in which case it is added on from a base plan.

In this continuum of care, members can move into an apartment fully independent, and if they require more services over time, Watermark will bring that up around them, without the burden of having to relocate.

While there is currently no set opening date, it is expected, according to Tharp, that Watermark Laguna Niguel will begin housing members later this year.

More information regarding signature programs, residency, etc., can be found at the Watermark Laguna Niguel Website.

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s people reach their 60s, 70s, and beyond in age, they can find it difficult to adapt and get the hang of technology that helps keep them connected with loved ones, whether with traditional cellphones or more advanced technology.

With the lack of a Community-Based Adult Service, or an organization recognized by the state of California that helps older adults sustain and thrive on their own, older adults and their families in South Orange County can find it difficult to teach how to stay connected.

In comes Carlos Aguilar, a Medicare broker by day who has been serving people for roughly five years. Aguilar stops by the Dorothy Visser Senior Center in San Clemente, the San Juan Capistrano Community Center, and Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center once a month to help older adults with their digital needs in private, 30-minute sessions.

He was introduced to the idea of assisting seniors by OptumCare Medical Group and UnitedHealthcare, when he was asked to take over a class they held that taught people how to use their phones.

“I helped them understand the technology and be able to use their phones (and) devices, connect to family,” said Aguilar. “It was kind of an open class with folks that would come in, and it was hard, because you get eight to 10 people that all had different devices.”

To improve the service he could provide people, he switched to meeting with people privately, adding that he introduced many to the Siri feature that comes with iPhones. “(I’d say) that they literally have a free assistant who could help them with directions, with the weather, and with making phone calls,” Aguilar added.

Over time, he brought his services to local community centers, in which he cuts out a four-hour block each Wednesday in which he can go to a venue, and older adults sign up for sessions and bring a list of the topics they want to learn about.

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Some people need to know how to turn their phones on and off or use the calling, messaging and e-mail features, and others are more interested in learning Microsoft Excel and Word or making PDFs. “It just depends on the individual,” Aguilar said. “It’s very personalized.”

With a brother who worked at Motorola at a young age, Aguilar has always been tech-savvy, he said, as his family had access to the latest gadgets. He combined that with his ability to be patient and a general love for technology as a winning formula that’s helped him succeed with being a good teacher.

His favorite moment of those sessions is the “light-bulb moment,” when people finally understand how to accomplish what they want to do .

“When somebody texts for the first time and their daughter writes back and says they love him, I start to cry,” Aguilar said. “It’s such a touching moment, to be able to open up a world to them that they thought they wouldn’t ever be able to (interact with).”

He called it “humbling” and “an honor” to be one of the few in South County who goes out with the goal of connecting people, especially with the feeling of loneliness being something that can deeply affect older adults. Being able to put people on Facebook or help them use other services to connect is gratifying, Aguilar said.

At the state level, the California Department of Aging also lists ways for people to take advantage of digital technology.

Under the Digital Inclusion page at aging.ca.gov, interested parties can find various ways to access devices or the internet. The CDA’s Digital Connections Program includes home- and community-based programs that help “bridge the digital divide.”

Call 1.800.510.2020 to find services in Orange County.

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HEARING AID from page 16 The National Council on Aging notes that “untreated hearing loss is also associated with depression, anxiety and a higher risk of falls.”

Barr noted that she has heard a wide range of reasons as to why some people do not want to wear their hearing devices, including the stigma that wearing a hearing aid shows a sign of age. Some people do not like the feeling of wearing a hearing device all day, and some find that sounds do not feel completely natural through the device, Barr said.

“Some people do not feel that it sounds completely natural, because it is just a hearing device,” Barr said. “It’s not new ears, and it’s not bionic ears.”

“So, there are quite a few things that can come up as to why people do not feel that they are ready or they do not see it as a hearing loss, because most hearing loss is progressive,” Barr continued. “It happens over a long period of time, so they do not see it as a hindrance.”

Some signs of hearing loss include difficulty following conversations, people seem to be mumbling, having difficulty locating sounds, and ringing or buzzing in the ears, according to HearingLife.

As a preventative measure to avoid hearing loss as people age, Barr recommends using hearing protection.

The World Health Organization notes that worldwide, “over 1 billion young adults are at risk of permanent, avoidable hearing loss due to unsafe listening practices.”

“There are some aspects of hearing loss that just happen with age, but a lot of it can be noise exposure,” Barr said. “So I do recommend for people to wear hearing protection and then eat bananas, because the potassium in bananas can actually help with your inner ear, which helps with the cochlea, and it just helps with your hearing.”

“So eat your bananas,” Barr emphasized.

HearingLife recommends people over the age of 55 have their hearing checked annually.

Not being able to hear well impacts one’s everyday life, Barr explained, which is why the company recommends hearing checks annually so that “we can get to everything early before there is any cognitive decline.”

“What we recommend is just to test your ears every year,” Barr said. “We do provide complimentary hearing tests, so even if it is just doing a quick screening to see where you are at, it is always recommended.”

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Those stressors weigh down our body/ mind and affect physical and mental/emotional health.

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Do you know your body has the ability to age well? There is no such thing as “just old age,” because we were designed and created to heal and regenerate. So why do some age gracefully and others not? As holistic-minded practitioners, we always look first for the natural abilities of the body/mind to repair itself and adapt optimally to address any issues (anxiety and depression, gut health, pain management). Holistic minded means that we address people (body, mind, spirit) and not just treat conditions. We want to support the body’s natural functions for adaptation, repair and regeneration rather than giving something to just stop a symptom. For this to work successfully, we have to understand what the body needs, what is creating unbalance in the system, so we can take some simple actions to

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started 40 years ago, that’s why we recommend chiropractic care to children from a young age.

With the increase of cell phone use, we are seeing younger adults suffering from postural problems like hyperkyphosis, making them look and feel older than they are.

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Legacy Letters: A Lasting Gift To Your Family As we journey through life, we accumulate a wealth of experiences, wisdom, and values that are worth preserving and passing down to future generations. One beautiful way to accomplish this is by creating legacy letters, also known as ethical wills. These heartfelt documents serve as a lasting gift, allowing seniors to share their life stories, values, and advice with their children and grandchildren, ensuring that their legacy lives on.

What Are Legacy Letters?

Legacy letters are personal documents that go beyond the distribution of material assets. They serve as a means to communicate the intangible wealth that resides within us--our life lessons, values, and the essence of who we are. These letters are not legally binding but are a powerful way to impart your wisdom and express your love to your loved ones.

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1. Preserving Family History: Legacy letters provide a unique opportunity to document your family’s history, including stories from your own life and those passed down through generations.

2. Sharing Values and Beliefs: Your values and beliefs have shaped you into the person you are today. By sharing them, you can guide future generations and provide a moral compass for their lives.

3. Provide Comfort and Closure: Legacy letters offer emotional support to your loved ones during challenging times. They can provide comfort and guidance when you are no longer there to offer it in person.

Did you know that 30% of the residents in San Clemente are over the age of 55? The state of California is on pace for 25% of the population to be over 55 by 2030, and the trend continues nationally, as Baby Boomers outpace any other generation.

As we age, maintaining an active, independent lifestyle while remaining at home becomes more important than ever. However, as we age, our mobility and pace of life also change, and it becomes crucial that we depend on others for support.

San Clemente Village (the Village) was founded with our older residents in mind. We are a non-profit, membership organization that provides non-medical services to San Clemente and Capo Beach residents 55+. Services such as transportation, grocery shopping, errands, help around the house, pet assistance, socialization and more! Our mission: Bring together local residents, 55+, to help one another enjoy an active, connected, and independent lifestyle.

The Village was founded by local residents and City Council members in 2014, becoming a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in 2015, and began service delivery in 2016. We are a 100% Volunteer-driven organization, meaning that ALL of our services are provided by well-vetted Volunteers. As Executive Director, I am the only staff. Our average volunteer age is 65, with our

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Our Volunteers will provide a record amount of services this year, surpassing 2,500, equating to over 5,000 volunteer hours. Our #1 service requested is transportation, with socialization being a close 2nd.

With the Surgeon General just declaring loneliness and isolation an epidemic, especially among older adults, the Village aims to provide meaningful social interactions and friendly visits, to help our members thrive mentally and emotionally.

We certainly can’t do this alone; it takes a village!

We welcome anyone who’s interested in joining us to volunteer, become a member, or partner with us to continue to serve the older residents of San Clemente, Capo Beach, and eventually ... beyond!

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How to Create Your Legacy Letter 1. Start with Reflection: Begin by reflecting on your life experiences, key milestones, and the values that have guided you. Consider the lessons you’ve learned and the advice you’d like to impart.

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4. Store Safely: Keep your legacy letter in a safe and accessible place. You can also consider sharing it with a trusted family member or your attorney to ensure it reaches the intended recipients when the time is right.

Passing Down a Lasting Legacy Creating a legacy letter is a profound act of love and connection. It allows you to bridge the generations, ensuring that your values and life experiences continue to inspire and guide your family long after you’re gone. Your words may well be the compass guiding them on their own journeys through life.

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It’s important to stay active and social as we age, and luckily for our readers, South Orange County is bustling with activities for seniors. Whether it’s a weekly meeting or class at a local senior and community center or bigger seasonal events and social gatherings, there is always something around the corner to get out and stay active with similarly minded neighbors.

Check out our list of recurring and upcoming events:

WEEKLY MEETINGS, HAPPENINGS & CLASSES Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays FREE EXERCISE CLASSES The City of San Juan Capistrano offers Stretch and Tone Exercise classes to seniors from 8:45-10 a.m. at the community center’s gymnasium. The class is led by volunteer instructor Joy Parr. Participants should bring an exercise mat. The city also hosts a Chair Exercise: Sit n’ Fit class from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the center’s Boys & Girls Club Multipurpose Room. Participate in a DVD-led program by Anne Burnell. SJC Community Center Gym, 25925 Camino Del Avion. 949.493.5911. sanjuancapistrano.org/175/Senior-Services.

CAPO CLASSICS SENIOR BASKETBALL The Capo Classics is a not-for-profit organization that promotes healthy aging through playing basketball. It is a group of senior men (ages 60 and above) who play recreational basketball at the San Juan Capistrano Gym. This program for seniors is made available by the City of San Juan Capistrano for a nominal daily gym use fee. If you are 60 years and older and still love playing basketball, you just might be a “Classic.” The group includes players of all skill levels. It also places teams in National Senior Games 3x3 tournaments (also open to women) in California and around the U.S., and occasionally full-court basketball internationally. The Capo Classics Senior Basketball Program gives seniors a renewed interest in their physical and mental health.

The group typically meets to play Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:20 a.m.-1:30 p.m., and Fridays from 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. SJC Gym, 32681 Alipaz Street, San Juan Capistrano.

Mondays and Wednesdays ACTIVE LIFESTYLE STRETCHING CLASS 10:30-11:15 a.m. Total body stretch for those 50-plus years of age that addresses all major muscle groups for every fitness level.

Ideal for better range of motion and increasing longevity of life. Current class session ends Oct. 18, with classes starting up again Nov. 6-Dec. 20. Free for seven classes. Register at danapoint.org/department/community-services-and-parks/recreation-programs Dana Point Times October 13-19, 2023

or call 949.248.3536. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo St., Dana Point.

Tuesdays & Thursdays THIRSTY THURSDAYS; TACO TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS AT GAVILAN 55+ On most Thursdays, residents of Rancho Mission Viejo’s Gavilán 55+ community are welcome to swing by the Palomino at the Hacienda to grab a drink with good friends and neighbors, as the bar is open. And on the third Tuesday and third Thursday of each month, Gavilán 55+ residents at The Ranch can also enjoy Taco Tuesdays and Taco Thursdays. Tuesdays and Thursdays are for tacos, and everything that goes along with them. Gavilán residents can head over to the Palomino Bar at The Hacienda for tacos served by resident favorite, The Mexican Taco, providing freshly made tacos with sides of beans, rice, chips, and guacamole. Servings are $8 per plate and bar service is from 4-8 p.m., while food service runs from 4:30-7 p.m. Want to bring your friends? Additional seating is available in the Studio II and Studio III in The Hacienda. ranchomissionviejo.com/ events/.

STRENGTH & FLEXIBILITY 9 a.m. At the fitness center of the Dorothy Visser Senior Center in San Clemente, join for biweekly classes to keep up your all-important strength and flexibility. Classes with donation. Also join for chair yoga on Mondays and Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Classes also with donation. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente.

Tuesdays TRANSITIONS SUPPORT GROUP 10:30-11:30 a.m. If the “you” of 20 years ago met the “you” of today, would they recognize each other? This group focuses on life changes and losses that occur during the aging process, including the physical (vision, hearing, memory), social (loss of loved ones), financial, employment (retirement), conflict and isolation. The second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2:30-4 p.m. This support group is designed for caregivers to Alzheimer’s patients only. It promotes a setting for sharing information, insight, advice and encouragement.

Participants have an opportunity to learn

from others who face similar challenges and discuss their experiences. The group meets on the first Tuesday of every month. Reata Park Welcome Center, 28632 Ortega Highway. 949.493.5911.

ALZHEIMER SUPPORT GROUP 3-4:30 p.m. This group meets on the first Tuesday of every month, with no appointment necessary. 949.493.5911. sanjuancapistrano.org/175/Senior-Services.

Wednesdays FREE ELDER LAW SERVICES 9-11 a.m. Seniors can make an appointment with the City of San Juan Capistrano for this free consultation regarding probate, conservatorships, elder abuse, Medi-Cal, power of attorney, guardianship, wills and other legal matters. Appointments occur every second Wednesday of the month.

949.493.5911. sanjuancapistrano.org/175/ Senior-Services.

CELL PHONE TUTORING WITH CARLOS AGUILAR 9-11 a.m. Carlos is available to help answer any and all questions concerning cellphones—both Android and iPhones—tablets, texting and emailing, as well as cellphone photos on the first Wednesday of every month. Carlos is happy to help, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call San Juan Capistrano’s Community Services at 949.493.5911, or register with the reception desk at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center. Bring your device with you to the appointment. SJC Community Center. Senior Lounge, 25925 Camino Del Avion.

BINGO AT THE SAN CLEMENTE SENIOR CENTER 1:30 p.m. Every Wednesday, the Dorothy Visser Senior Center will host Bingo. The center will begin selling cards at 1 p.m., with the game starting promptly at 1:30.

The buy-in is $12 for 10 games with four cards and a special pick-your-number game. For more information, contact the center at 949.498.3322. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente.

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a first-come, first-served basis on the third Thursday of every month. San Juan Capistrano Community Center, Senior Lounge, 25925 Camion Del Avion. 949.493.5911.

LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF ORANGE COUNTY 9-11 a.m. Seniors can make an appointment with the City of San Juan Capistrano to meet with Sandy Kalen, who provides support and services to help people who are struggling with civil legal issues. Appointments occur every first Thursday of the month. 949.493.5911. sanjuancapistrano. org/175/Senior-Services.

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS 9:30-11 a.m. On the third Thursday of every month, Healthy at Home Caregivers offers blood pressure screenings. San Juan Capistrano Community Center, Senior Lounge, 25925 Camion Del Avion. 949.493.5911. sanjuancapistrano.org/175/Senior-Services.

BAMBOO ROOM UKULELE 1-3 p.m. Those 50 and older are invited to bring their own ukulele and join the fun of this group every Thursday afternoon in San Juan Capistrano. Music and song lists are provided, and no experience is required. All are welcome to listen in, and no pre-registration is required. La Sala Auditorium, 31495 El Camino Real. 949.493.5911.

Fridays LINE DANCING FRIDAYS 10-11 a.m. Join Age Well Senior Services for line dancing every Friday at San Clemente’s senior center. No partner required. For a $5 donation, learn some easy and fun line dances to get you moving. Carrie Wojo teaches all over South Orange County and makes it easy to stay active and have fun. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente. 949.498.3322.

SPANISH CLUB 9-10 a.m. Learn conversational Spanish.

Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente.

MAHJONG 1-3 p.m. The City of San Juan Capistrano hosts Mahjong games, with experienced walk-in Mahjong players welcome to join, every Friday. San Juan Capistrano CommuniSee CALENDAR on page 27 danapointtimes.com

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UPCOMING EVENTS Oct. 26 ACTIVE LIFESTYLE HALLOWEEN HAUNT 5-7 p.m. Anyone 50+ years of age can join this Halloween-themed Active Lifestyle Dinner in Dana Point. There will be special entertainment and a catered buffet dinner.

Raffle prizes will be awarded for the best costumes, so come dressed in your spooky best.

Doors open at 4:45 p.m. Cost is $45. Register at danapoint.org/department/community-services-and-parks/recreation-programs or call 949.248.3536. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo St., Dana Point.

Oct. 27 & 28 GHOSTS & LEGENDS TOUR Join the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society for an all-ages guided walk down historic Los Rios Street—an annual Halloween tradition on California’s oldest residential street. For two nights of tours, hear from ghostly visitors who share their story of their time walking this very same street. Spooky, family-friendly tales will be a highlight of your holiday. Admission for adults is $24.50, and for children, it’s $12.50. There are five time slots for each night. Los Rios Historic District. hsjcghosttour.com.

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Nov. 1 & 2 AARP SMART Driver 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Taking this two-day classroom course at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center could save seniors money on their auto insurance. AARP will refresh your driving skills and knowledge of the rules of the road, teach techniques for handling left turns, right of way and roundabouts, and offer proven driving methods to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.

Register by calling 949.493.5911. SJC Community Center, 25925 Camion Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano.

Nov. 2 MEMORY SCREENING 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Get checked. Early detection matters. Many risk factors go into possible memory loss, such as family history, trouble sleeping, high stress levels, diabetes and age over 60. If you notice one or more signs in yourself or others, it can be difficult to know what to do. These concerns should be evaluated by a doctor. Schedule your 30-minute individual assessment by calling 949.498.3322. Screenings are the first Thursday of every month at the Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente.

in three people over the age of 60. Hearing problems can greatly affect people’s enjoyment of life and their ability to communicate with friends and family. Connect Hearing is proud to offer free, quick and convenient hearing screenings. Trained hearing care professionals will be on hand to explain the results and answer any questions. Schedule an appointment by calling 949.493.5911.

San Juan Capistrano Community Center Conference Room, 25925 Camino Del Avion.

Nov. 13 AARP SMART TECHNOLOGY CLASS 10-11:30 a.m. New cars keep getting smarter, but staying in the know has never been easier, according to AARP, which is hosting this free Smart DriverTEKSM workshop at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center’s meeting room. Smart DriveTEK is a 90-minute workshop offering an interactive way to stay up to date with the latest technology in your current or future car. Learn all about what new technologies are available, how they work, and how they can increase your confidence behind the wheel. Register at the community center or call 949.493.5911. SJC Community Center, 25925 Camion Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano.

Dec. 11 SAN CLEMENTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY TIME CAPSULE In conjunction with the San Clemente Historical Society’s Golden Anniversary

Nov. 3 FREE HEARING SCREENING 10 a.m.-noon. Hearing loss affects one

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celebration, it is creating a time capsule to be opened in 50 years. What do you want San Clemente residents in 2073 to know about the town? The SC Historical Society encourages submissions of all mediums—writing, photographs, drawings, a trinket or archival object. And it encourages submissions of all genres. Do you have a favorite San Clemente memory, spot, activity, or community event? Or perhaps you’d like to share advice, dreams, hopes, or wishes for future San Clemente residents to discover in 2073. The SC Historical Society’s deadline for submissions is Dec. 6, (Ole Hanson Day). Mail submissions to the group at San Clemente Historical Society, PO Box 283, San Clemente, CA 92672-0283. On Dec., 11, the Talega Maintenance Corporation will host the public viewing of the time capsule contents from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Fireplace Room at the Talega Swim & Athletic Club Clubhouse, located at 100 Calle Altea, San Clemente. sanclementehistoricalsociety.org/events.

Dec. 14 HOLIDAY MASQUERADE SOCIAL 5-7 p.m. Dance and dress up in the holiday spirit with other 50+ years of age. The event includes a catered dinner, entertainment and free raffle prizes. Bring your own masquerade attire and elegantly dance for a fun evening of holiday celebration. Cost is $10. Register at danapoint.org/department/community-services-and-parks/recreation-programs or call 949.248.3536. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo St., Dana Point.

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The biggest way to save money is to see if a Medicare Advantage plan would work for you. If it does meet your needs, then you cancel your Medicare Supplement and Medicare Drug plan for 2024 because the Medicare Advantage plan gives you that type of coverage and financial protection from medical bills. You’re no longer paying a premium for Medicare Supplement or a Medicare RX plan if you decide to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan. These plans in Orange County typically have no or low premiums and are both HMO’s and PPO’s.

prescriptions changed since you enrolled in your current Medicare RX plan? If they’re expensive medications (in the $40-$100 range or higher when you refill them) then it’s time for a review.

The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (also known as AEP) ends December 7th, if you’d like to schedule a no cost Medicare options review contact me soon, my calendar is already filling up!

I do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently I represent 5 organizations which offer 36 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1 800 MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program to get information on all of your options.

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GUEST OPINION | On Life and Love After 50 by Tom Blake

Email of ‘Angry Woman’ Draws Ire of 12 Senior Women

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ach week, I distribute by email an online Senior Dating blog. In last week’s edition, I quoted an email that Trish, ON LIFE AND LOVE 62, divorced 10 years, sent to me.

AFTER 50

BY TOM BLAKE Her email got my attention, because she wrote that she is “an angry woman” and questioned whether she can ever love again. In detail, she described her relationship with a man aged 69.

Trish says she sees the man almost daily, and he adores her and wants to marry her. She described him as a Southern redneck with no class and little education. He does maintenance projects for free around her house. There is no physical aspect to their relationship.

She’s not interested in a relationship with him. She wonders if she’s being fair to him.

Trish’s story struck a chord with many eNewsletter subscribers, especially women. Here’s what 12 of them wrote (edited for brevity):

Dee: “I cannot imagine why a 62-year-old woman, or a 69-year-old man, would accept a no-physical-contact relationship. She has deep-seated issues, and if I were him, I would run as fast as I could, since eventually, her obvious disdain of him will wear him down emotionally and mentally.”

Margaret: “No physical stuff. She must be kidding.”

Kaitte: “I’m 71, and have been single for 23 years. Trish should talk to him and be honest laying all your cards on the table and let the chips fall where they may. If he wants to set her up financially, he can do that without marriage.”

Deanne: “I was with my husband for 33 years. Widowhood wiped out my confidence, and I just can’t get out there and flirt. I know I’d be a good catch, but it seems like I’m starting all over again.

I wish I had signed up for the Golden Bachelor.”

Terri: “Trish needs to see a therapist.

A letter to a columnist may list the issues, but it doesn’t deal with the issues in the healthy way that sessions with a good therapist can.

“Life has not always been kind to me.

I’ve survived lots of losses, very serious health issues, and dealt with my life issues in therapy over the past several years.”

Susie: “Trish’s story is a lot like mine, and it hit home. I am much older, but still hope I can feel the magic again.”

Virgina: “Trish needs psychological assistance to get herself straightened out. So many mismatched red flags.

“It’s not fair to keep him around just for the surface conveniences. He may be a redneck, but he should not be taken advantage of just because he’s found someone he considers would normally be out of his reach.”

Marge: “I’m doing all I can to cope, but right now I’m in the throes of the storm. And I know that in the long run, my life will be better than it is now. I’m working very hard to meet the challenges.”

Rhen: “Trish is too self-focused to realize she should let this guy go! She has a man who views their time together so deeply differently that it seems heartbreaking to continue such an endeavor.

“Her words jerked me back and forth as she went on. Show this poor man

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some mercy and let him go find a lady who will embrace his giving spirit and talents.”

Shelby: “If you don’t love ’em, you’re using’ em, period. She needs to work on whatever demons haunt her.”

Regina: “Reading Trish’s situation, she just isn’t feeling it for the dude. Whereas, I want that guy! She should let him loose and give me his number!”

Laurie Jo: “What the hell is wrong with this woman? Good grief! I’m so upset at her! I can’t even keep typing.”

I will be making a presentation on the Challenges of Senior Dating on Tuesday, November 7, at the Dana West Yacht Club, 5-7 p.m. No charge. Public invited. To RSVP, contact Pat Chiku at 714.595.8672.

Tom Blake is a retired Dana Point business owner and resident who has authored books on middle-aged dating. See his website at findingloveafter50.com. To comment: tompblake@gmail.com. DP PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the DP Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the DP Times or Picket Fence Media.

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Two-year-old Archie is a happy boy who always brings a smile to your face. Energetic and very sweet, his favorite place to be is by your side. He gets along well with other dogs and loves a doggie playdate. With his outgoing demeanor, Archie would make a great addition to just about any family.

If you are interested in adopting Archie, please visit petprojectfoundation.org/adoptions/ to download an adoption application form. Completed forms can be emailed to animalservices@scdpanimalshelter.org, and you will be contacted about making an interaction appointment.

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Sudoku Courtesy of the Dana Point Historical Society

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION:

A large gathering of people in front of Sidney Woodruff’s real estate office at Hollywoodland getting ready for a trip to Dana Point in the late 1920s. This photo is available for viewing and purchase at danapointhistorical.org.

Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9x9 grid 1 9 4 6 2 8 5 3 7 that has been subdi6 2 8 7 3 5 4 9 1 7 3 5 1 4 9 6 8 2 vided into nine smaller 2 4 6 8 9 7 1 5 3 grids of 3x3 squares.

8 5 3 4 1 2 7 6 9 9 1 7 5 6 3 2 4 8 To solve the puzzle, 3 6 9 2 5 1 8 7 4 each row, column and 4 7 1 3 8 6 9 2 5 box must contain each 5 8 2 9 7 4 3 1 6 of the numbers 1 to 9.

Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium

Every week, the Dana Point Times will showcase a historical photo from around the city. If you have a photo you would like to submit for consideration, send the photo, your name for credit as well as the date and location of the photo to sraymundo@timeslocalmedia.com.

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For in-game updates, news and more for all the Dana Hills High School sports programs, follow us on Twitter @SouthOCSports and on Instagram @South_OC_Sports.

FOOTBALL HANGS ON WITH COMPLETE EFFORT OVER IRVINE As the fog descended upon Dana Hills High School and visiting Irvine marched to the Dolphins’ goal line in the final minutes on Friday, Oct. 6, the Dana Hills football team put up a physical effort worthy of their distinguished guests on “Honor the Valor” night.

The Dolphins opened the game with a blocked punt for a touchdown by Nate DePierro and held on in the final minute thanks to a one-handed interception

by Noah Kucera out of the mist in the shadow of their own end zone to defeat Irvine, 14-7, with numerous military veterans on hand to be honored and recognized.

“That was probably the greatest moment of my life, to be honest,” Kucera said of his game-ending interception, while standing next to his grandfather and honored Army veteran Don Kucera.

“Just to be out here, it was bigger than us tonight. Honoring the veterans, and to end it like that? It’s sick. There’s no other word.”

It was a complete game and complete effort from Dana Hills, as the Dolphins dealt with offensive adversity and were buoyed by a special-teams touchdown on the game’s opening drive and tenacious defense in the second half.

“For three years, we’ve been trying to get our kids to play at a physical level like that for 48 straight minutes, and when it starts to go against you, not let it happen, to play it out,” Dana Hills coach Tony Henney said. “That was a big moment for our program.”

Dana Hills lost its starting quarterback for the second time this season over the bye week, and the Dolphins grinded out a victory with only 100 yards of offense and all of their 14 points scored in the first quarter. On defense, Dana Hills pulled in three interceptions from Kucera, Blaise Brebner and Morgan Smith and stopped Irvine on fourth down three times in the second half.

“What I told the kids, what I was impressed about, it wasn’t just that we played every snap,” said Henney, who Dana Point Times September 15-21, 2023

Dana Hills football posted a complete effort in a victory over Irvine, sparked by Nate DePierro (second from right) with a punt-block touchdown on the opening drive of the game.

Photo: Alan Gibby/Zone57

was emotional talking to his team after the win. “It was also the way the sideline responded, knowing the guys needed just a little more juice. I just felt it was a really big team win. We’ve had a lot of adversity for the last week and a half, a lot of drama. To find a way to get it done, that’s what good teams do.”

Dana Hills (5-2) now moves on to its Pacific Coast League schedule, where the Dolphins will open at home against Laguna Hills (7-0) on Friday, Oct. 13. The reigning state champion Hawks will be coming off a bye week following a win over Woodbridge on Sept. 29.

After four consecutive second-half drives between Dana Hills and Irvine ended on fourth down, the Vaqueros finally got moving as they turned back to their running game. Irvine pounded out a 12-play drive from its own 30-yard line that included a 1-yard touchdown being called back due to illegal motion. Following that penalty and with the Dolphins’ backs against their own goal line, Kucera decided the game, reaching up with one hand to snag the interception at the 4-yard line with 31 seconds remaining and no Irvine timeouts left.

Without a quarterback, Dana Hills turned to junior running back Owen Walz as their signal-caller on Friday.

Walz, a San Clemente transfer who became eligible over the bye week, carried

the ball 15 times for 20 yards (taken down from 40 yards after a 20-yard bad snap) and a rushing touchdown and completed 3 of 7 passes for 23 yards with two interceptions.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL WINS FIRST LEAGUE TITLE SINCE 2017 It’s been a long journey for the Dana Hills girls volleyball program in the South Coast League, but the Dolphins finally found their way back to the top.

Dana Hills clinched its first league championship since 2017 with a home sweep of San Clemente on Thursday, Oct. 5, and the Dolphins closed out their league schedule on top with a five-set win at San Juan Hills on Monday, Oct. 9.

“I think just the amount of work and focus and the amount of time we spent in the gym thinking about the game, trying to fine-tune the game, get everyone on the same page,” Dana Hills coach Tom Hoff said of what distinguished this Dana Hills group. “We spent a lot of time working hard, and we’re going to continue to do it.”

Dana Hills (19-4, 7-1) hadn’t posted a winning record in league play since its 2017 Sea View League championship, and the Dolphins had not won the

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South Coast League title since 2013.

Dana Hills, ranked No. 5 in CIF-SS Division 3, will begin the CIF-SS playoffs next Thursday, Oct. 19. The Dolphins have never won a CIF-SS championship or reached a CIF-SS Final.

“Just keep focusing on the game,” Hoff said of his team’s approach going forward. “Whether it’s a final, semifinal, we’re in San Juan where it’s senior night, we’ve just got to keep playing the game.

Remove yourself from what you’re playing for, and just keep playing the game.”

Over its eight South Coast League matches, the Dolphins flipped between either a sweep or a five-set match against each opponent. San Clemente was the only team to defeat the Dolphins in a five-set match at San Clemente High School.

The South Coast League’s other playoff positions came down to the league’s final day on Wednesday, Oct. 11, as last season’s three co-champions–San Clemente, San Juan Hills and Aliso Niguel– jockeyed for guaranteed playoff berths.

San Clemente finished in second place with a four-set win at Tesoro, and Aliso Niguel claimed the third position with a four-set home win over San Juan Hills.

The Stallions will miss out on an at-large selection to the playoffs with a losing record of 11-12. DP

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Joel Kletzelman CASE NO. 30-2023-01348943-PR-LA-CMC To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Joel Kletzelman A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DAVID KATZ in the Superior Court of California, County of Orange.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that DAVID KATZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with full authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on 11/01/2023 at 1:30 PM in Dept. CM05 located at 3390 HARBOR BLVD COSTA MESA, CA 92626 COSTA MESA JUSTICE CENTER. NOTICE IN PROBATE CASES The court is providing the convenience to appear for hearing by video using the court’s designated video platform. This is a no cost service to the public. Go to the Court’s website at The Superior Court of California - County of Orange (occourts.org) to appear remotely for Probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions. If you have difficulty connecting or are unable to connect to your remote hearing, call 657-622-8278 for assistance. If you prefer to appear in-person, you can appear in the department on the day/time set for your hearing.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Law Offices of Christine Chung (State Bar No. 252605) 2522 Chambers Road, Suite 113, Tustin, CA 92780 Telephone: 949-529-1480 9/29, 10/6, 10/13/23 CNS-3741093# DANA POINT TIMES

Dana Point Times October 13-19, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236672173 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: OC COAST REAL ESTATE 34302 DEL PRADO #8 DANA POINT, CA 92629 Full Name of Registrant(s): PARRY MEDIA INC 3300 IRVINE AVENUE SUITE 235 NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660 This business is conducted by a CA Corporation.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or Names listed above on: n/a PARRY MEDIA INC/s/PATRICK PARRY, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 09/13/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times, September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236671963 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SILVIA’S HEALTH AND CARE SERVICES 31872 JOSHUA DRIVE APT 10B TRABUCO CANYON, CA 92694 Full Name of Registrant(s): SILVIA SANCHEZ ISIDORO 31872 JOSHUA DRIVE APT 10B TRABUCO CANYON, CA 92694 This business is conducted by an Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or Names listed above on: n/a SILVIA SANCHEZ ISIDORO/s/SILVIA SANCHEZ ISIDORO, MANAGER This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 09/11/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times, September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 2023 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 30-2023-01347947 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Behrang Doktor Momtaz filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name BEHRANG DOKTOR MOMTAZ Proposed Name BEHRANG MOMTAZ THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing Date: Nov 01 2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: K100 Room: Remote Hearing. The address of the court is: Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701. (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the courts website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court.htm.)

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Dana Point Times Date: Sep 11, 2023

JUDGE LAYNE MELZER, Judge of the Superior Court Published: Dana Point Times September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 2023 PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE CITY OF DANA POINT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 3, 2023, the City Council of the City of Dana Point introduced an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DANA POINT, CALIFORNIA AMENDING IN ITS ENTIRETY TITLE 1 PERTAINING TO GENERAL PROVISIONS AND TITLE 2 PERTAINING TO ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL OF THE DANA POINT MUNICIPAL CODE The proposed Ordinance will amend Title 1 of the Dana Point Municipal Code, pertaining to General Provisions, and Title 2, pertaining to Administration and Personnel, in their entirety.

The proposed Ordinance is available for viewing in the City Clerk’s office located at 33282 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, California.

This proposed Ordinance was introduced by the City Council of the City of Dana Point, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on the 3rd day of October, 2023, by the following vote: AYES: Council Member Gabbard, Council Member Pagano, Council Member Villar, Mayor Pro Tem Federico, and Mayor Frost NOES: None ABSENT: None SHAYNA SHARKE CITY CLERK NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Date of Sale: 10/26/2023 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the North front entrance to the County Courthouse at 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701 NOTICE is hereby given that First American Title Insurance Company, a Nebraska Corporation, 1 First American Way, Santa Ana, CA in care of: 400 S. Rampart Blvd, #290 Las Vegas, NV 89145 – Phone: (844) 857-8303, duly appointed Trustee under Notice of Delinquent Assessment (“NDA”), and pursuant to Notice of Default and Election to Sell (“NOD”), will sell at public auction for cash, lawful money of the United States of America, (a cashier’s check payable to said Trustee drawn on a state or national bank, a state or federal credit union, or a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings bank as specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state) all right, title and interest now held under said NDA, to wit: Multiple Timeshare Estates as shown on Exhibit “A-1” (as described in the Declaration recorded on 06/17/1988 as 88-288532 as amended) located at 34630 Pacific Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach, CA, 92624 with APN shown herein. The Trustee disclaims any liability for any

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incorrectness of the street address shown herein.

All recording references contained herein and on Schedule “1” attached hereto are in the County of Orange, California. Said sale will be made, without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, as to title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum due under said NDA, plus accrued interest thereon to the date of sale, estimated fees, charges, as shown in sum due on Schedule “1” together with estimated expenses of the Trustee in the amount of $600.00. The claimant, Riviera Beach and Spa Vacation Plan Owners Association, a California nonprofit corporation, under NDA delivered to Trustee a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located, and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. First American Title Insurance Company, a Nebraska Corporation. APN: See Schedule “1”. Batch ID: Foreclosure HOA 130344-RVB3-HOA. Schedule “1”: Lien Recording Date and Reference: 06/12/2023; 2023000137456; NOD Recording Date and Reference: 06/19/2023; 2023000145518; Contract No., Owner(s), APN, Sum Due; 16617468, Patricia Robinson and Olivia H. Harris, 898-143-94, $1,629.17; 16617599, Betty A. Behl and Sandra L. Hogan, 898118-05, $2,950.72; 16617693, Robert D. Reeser, 898-117-22, $2,950.72; 16618187, Iris M. Gilliland, Trustee of the Gilliland Family Trust, Dated March 16, 2000 and Iris M. Gilliland, 898-147-51, $1,629.17; 16619222, Darline L. Kingman-Weigang, Trustee of the Revocable Living Trust of Darline L. Kingman-Weigang Dated July 22, 1991, 898-13526, $2,727.23; 16619467, Wanda Maye Marscheck, Trustee of the Wanda Maye Marscheck 2000 Trust, Established July 6, 2000, 898-127-66, $2,982.52; 16619539, Charle Dana Calhoun and Justin Arthur Calhoun, 898-136-11, $2,727.23; 16620117, Jose N Saldana, 898-133-68, $3,282.55; 16620122, Margaret M. Dern and Raymond J. Dern, 898-134-77, $2,950.72; 16620455, Carl E. Hobbs and Jocelyn Hobbs, 898-154-62, $1,629.17; 16620878, Cynthia J. Fortino, 898-157-15, $1,647.40; 16620900, Pearl Ainabe and Clement Ainabe, 898-138-23, $2,950.72; 16621018, John M. Miller and Sharon J. Miller, 898110-78, $3,174.11; 16621331, Valerie J. Wey, 898157-94, $1,629.17; 16621348, Keith B. Arnold and the Unrecorded Interest of the Spouse of Keith B. Arnold, 898-157-84, $1,629.17; 16621558, Jolisa T. Dillard, 898-158-89, $1,705.04; 16621647, Heidi R. Meyer and Bernice M. Meyer, 898-162-22, $1,751.98; 16621648, John L. Weiker and Marilyn Weiker, Trustees Under the John L. and Marilyn Weiker Living Trust Dated March 5, 1976, 898-16230, $1,751.98; 16621662, Jackob S Sabath and Gertrude E. Sabath, Trustees of the Sabath Family Trust Dated November 2, 1997, 898-151-59, $2,375.21; 16621666, George C. Thomason, 898-163-16, $1,746.22; 16622504, James Allred, Trustee of the James Allred 2013 Trust, Dated October 23, 2013, 898-162-23, $1,705.04; 16622584, Gregg C. Zoll and Donetta M. Gunderson, 898-162-51, $1,705.04; 16622701, Maria Lagana Sales and the Unrecorded Interest of the Spouse of Maria Lagana Sales and C.J. Konkol and the Unrecorded Interest of the Spouse of Alan M. Greci, 898-163-89, $1,705.04; 16622843, Carlton M. Pachot and Cynthia S. Pachot, Trustees of the Pachot Trust Dated November 10, 1993, 898-170-21, $1,629.17; 16622867, Martin Martinez, 898-166-18, $1,751.98; 16623059, Gracie M. Shannon, 898-169-68, $1,629.17; 16623098, Satish R. Patel and Saroj S. Patel, 898117-26, $2,950.72; 16623277, Robert E. Smith, Trustee of the Robert E. Smith Revocable Trust Established On September 16, 1998 and Lucy M. Smith, Trustee of the Lucy M. Smith Revocable Trust Established On September 16, 1998, 898-16849, $1,705.04; 16623383, Tassos S. Pelonis and Sotieria T. Pelonis, 898-168-57, $1,506.26; 16623609, danapointtimes.com

PUBLIC NOTICES TO ADVERTISE: 949.388.7700, EXT. 111 • LEGALS@PICKETFENCEMEDIA.COM Ferjunand M. Olivar and Dina M. Olivar, 898-16743, $1,705.04; 16623875, Sellco Commercial Equity Llc, 898-170-01, $1,629.17; 16624410, Rosina L. Hurtado and the Unrecorded Interest of the Spouse of Rosina L. Hurtado, 898-159-62, $1,751.98; 16624637, Horace Jay Wilson and Sheila J. Wilson, 898-147-87, $1,629.17; 16624666, Ruperto C. Viloria and Priscilla C. Viloria, 898-159-51, $1,705.04; 16624855, Leonel Alfredo Picun and Laura V. Ferrin Picun, 898-156-14, $5,155.59; 16625201, Martin Martinez, 898-161-87, $1,705.04; 16625480, Cheryl Lynn Roe and the Unrecorded Interest of the Spouse of Cheryl Lynn Roe, 898-136-96, $2,950.72; 16626024, Robert L. Schwenck and Bernice O. Schwenck, Trustees of the Schwenck Revocable Living Trust, Dated January 22, 1999, 916125-33, $1,629.17; 16626190, Andres M. Devera and Ruby B. Devera, 916-136-43, $2,727.23; 16626465, Maurice S. Mckenzie and Laurel E. Mckenzie, 916-144-31, $2,950.72; 16626919, Herbert Silva and the Unrecorded Interest of the Spouse of Herbert Silva and Robert Silva and the Unrecorded Interest of the Spouse of Robert Silva and Cynthia Silva and Roland Silva and Sylvia Silva Perez and the Unrecorded Interest of the Spouse of Sylvia Silva Perez, 916-130-41, $2,727.23; 16627022, E. Merlaine Calhoun and Ronald R. Calhoun, 916-136-42, $3,975.78; 16627436, Brian J. Harper and Kathleen Harper, 916-136-29, $2,734.34; 16627856, Thomas T. Logan and Dorothea H. Logan, Trustees, Or Their Successor, Under the Thomas T. and Dorothea H. Logan Family Trust Dated May 20, 1996, 916-118-40, $2,727.23; 16628025, Linard Green and Mattie P. Green, 916-134-25, $2,950.72; 16628402, Charles W. Flores and Patricia C. Flores, 916-143-34, $3,583.69; 16629294, Daniel G. Hernandez and Joan L. Hernandez, 916-138-91, $1,506.26; 16629576, Theodore Joseph Urbanski, Jr. and Barbara Ann Urbanski, Trustees of the Urbanski Family Trust Dated May 9, 1997, 916-144-72, $1,629.17; 16671574, Timothy C. Van Dusen, 898117-70, $2,950.72; 16722694, Raymond L. Espinoza and the Unrecorded Interest of the Spouse of Raymond L. Espinoza, 898-164-06, $1,751.98; 17692069, Juan Ramon Rivera and Lysa Ann Streight Rivera, 916-137-43, $8,625.26; 17877528, Z Land Trust, Llc, A Florida Limited Liability Company, 898-136-73, $5,626.51; 17890524, Z Land Trust, Llc, A Florida Limited Liability Company and Gary F. Carrillo and Kathleen M. Carrillo, As Trustees of the Gary F. Carrillo and Kathleen M. Carrillo Revocable Living Trust Dated March 1, 2002, 916-123-56, $2,872.80; 17890530, Z Land Trust, Llc, A Florida Limited Liability Company, 898-144-85, $3,797.90; 17943022, Z Land Trust, Llc, A Florida Limited Liability Company, 916-14212, $5,626.51. Exhibit “A-1”: Contract No., Vacation Plan No., Undivided Interest, Condo Unit No. or NA, Vacation Plan, Season, Frequency; 16617468, E202-E19, 1/6732, NA, sea breeze, prime, even year biennial; 16617599, R208-E40, 1/3366, NA, sea breeze, high, annual; 16617693, R207-D08, 1/3366, NA, sea breeze, prime, annual; 16618187, O311-D44, 1/6732, NA, sea breeze, high, odd year biennial; 16619222, R400-F27, 1/3366, NA, surfcrest, high, annual; 16619467, R306-E32, 1/3366, NA, sea breeze, high, annual; 16619539, R402-F10, 1/3366, NA, surfcrest, prime, annual; 16620117, R320-E22, 1/3366, NA, sea breeze, prime, annual; 16620122, R324-E29, 1/3366, NA, sea breeze, high, annual; 16620455, E314-E22, 1/6732, NA, sea breeze, prime, even year biennial; 16620878, O406-E-26, 1/6732, NA, sea breeze, high, odd year biennial; 16620900, R406-E18, 1/3366, R406, sea breeze, prime, annual; 16621018, R102-C27, 1/3366, NA, sunset, high, annual; 16621331, E408-E31, 1/6732, NA, sea breeze, high, even year biennial; 16621348, E408-E26, 1/6732, NA, sea breeze, high, even year biennial; 16621558, O102-C18, 1/6732, NA, sunset, prime, odd year biennial; 16621647, E110-C40, 1/6732, NA, sunset, high, even year biennial; 16621648, E110-C41, 1/6732, NA, sunset, high, even year biennial; Dana Point Times October 13-19, 2023

16621662, O302-E19, 1/6732, NA, sea breeze, prime, odd year biennial; 16621666, E224-C17, 1/6732, NA, sunset, prime, even year biennial; 16622504, O224-C18, 1/6732ND, NA, sunset, prime, odd year biennial; 16622584, O100-C41, 1/6732ND, NA, sunset, high, odd year biennial; 16622701, O222-C22, 1/6732ND, NA, sunset, prime, odd year biennial; 16622843, O404-E30, 1/6732, NA, sea breeze, high, odd year biennial; 16622867, E222-C35, 1/6732, NA, sunset, high, even year biennial; 16623059, E313-D01, 1/6732, NA, sea breeze, prime, even year biennial; 16623098, R207-D12, 1/3366, NA, sea breeze, prime, annual; 16623277, O112-C51, 1/6732, NA, sunset, high, odd year biennial; 16623383, O400-F12, 1/6732, NA, surfcrest, prime, odd year biennial; 16623609, O106-C42, 1/6732, N/A, sunset, high, odd year biennial; 16623875, O313-D36, 1/6732, N/A, sea breeze, high, odd year biennial; 16624410, E104-C21, 1/6732, N/A, sunset, prime, even year biennial; 16624637, O315-D47, 1/6732, N/A, sea breeze, high, odd year biennial; 16624666, O100-C36, 1/6732, N/A, sunset, high, odd year biennial; 16624855, E316-E44, 1/6732, N/A, sea breeze, high, even year biennial; 16625201, O224-C45, 1/6732, NA, sunset, high, odd year biennial; 16625480, R403-D44, 1/3366, NA, sea breeze, high, annual; 16626024, E216-A33, 1/90, 216, preferred, n/a, even year biennial; 16626190, R327-A43, 1/51, 327, riviera, n/a, annual; 16626465, R335-B31, 1/51, 335, preferred, n/a, annual; 16626919, R221-A41, 1/51, 221, riviera, n/a, annual; 16627022, RVB-A1B-327-HGH-42-B, 1/51, 327, riviera, n/a, annual; 16627436, R327-A29, 1/51, 327, riviera, n/a, annual; 16627856, R109-A40, 1/51, 109, riviera, n/a, annual; 16628025, R325-B25, 1/51, 325, preferred, n/a, annual; 16628402, R334-A34, 1/51, 334, riviera, n/a, annual; 16629294, O329-A31, 1/102, 329, riviera, high, odd year biennial; 16629576, E335-B51, 1/102, 335, preferred, n/a, even year biennial; 16671574, R208-E05, 1/3366, NA, sea breeze, prime, annual; 16722694, E226-C11, 1/6732, NA, sunset, prime, even year biennial; 17692069, R328-A43, 1/51, 328, riviera, n/a, annual; 17877528, R403-D21, 1/3366, NA, sea breeze, prime, annual; 17890524, E214-A50, 1/90, 214, riviera, n/a, even year biennial; 17890530, O205-D49, 1/6732, NA, sea breeze, high, odd year biennial; 17943022, R333-A12, 1/51, 333, preferred, n/a, annual.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Date of Sale: 10/26/2023 at 9:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the North front entrance to the County Courthouse at 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701.

NOTICE is hereby given that First American Title Insurance Company, a Nebraska Corporation, 1 First American Way, Santa Ana, CA in care of: 400 S. Rampart Blvd, #290 Las Vegas, NV 89145 – Phone: (844) 857-8303, duly appointed Trustee under Notice of Delinquent Assessment (“NDA”), and pursuant to Notice of Default and Election to Sell (“NOD”), will sell at public auction for cash, lawful money of the United States of America, (a cashier’s check payable to said Trustee drawn on a state or national bank, a state or federal credit union, or a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings bank as specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state) all right, title and interest now held under said NDA, to wit: Multiple Timeshare Estates as shown on Exhibit “A-1” (as described in the Declaration recorded on 05/03/1996 as 19960224104 as amended) located at 34630 Pacif-

ic Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach, CA, 92624 with APN shown herein. The Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address shown herein. All recording references contained herein and on Schedule “1” attached hereto are in the County of Orange, California. Said sale will be made, without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, as to title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum due under said NDA, plus accrued interest thereon to the date of sale, estimated fees, charges, as shown in sum due on Schedule “1” together with estimated expenses of the Trustee in the amount of $600. The claimant, Riviera Shores Resort Vacation Plan Owners Association, a California nonprofit mutual benefit corporation, under NDA delivered to Trustee a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located, and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. First American Title Insurance Company, a Nebraska Corporation. APN: 691-411-68 .

Batch ID: Foreclosure HOA 128534-RVS2-HOA. Schedule “1”: Lien Recording Date and Reference: 06/15/2023; 2023000142028; NOD Recording Date and Reference: 06/21/2023; 2023000147568; Contract No., Owner(s), Sum Due; 16601870, Dyann Judith Gottesfeld Reilly, as trustee of the Dyann Judith Gottesfeld Reilly Family Trust, Dated March 9, 2007, $1,356.03; 16602139, John L. Weiker and Marilyn Weiker, Trustees, and their successors in trust, under the John L. and Marilyn Weiker Living Trust Dated March 5, 1976, $1,674.30; 16602448, Leonora Potenciano, $1,546.97; 16602474, Marilyn J. Stark, $3,444.70; 16602912, Lloyd H. Sellers and Esther E. Sellers, $3,329.84; 16603745, Mary J. Bovee and Dale A.P. Coffin, $1,333.03; 16604667, Anne Kilichowski and The Unrecorded Interest Of The Spouse Of Anne Kilichowski and Douglas L. Gallacher and The Unrecorded Interest Of The Spouse Of Douglas L. Gallacher, $3,329.84; 16604734, Christopher J. Bauer and Sally A. Bauer, $546.97; 16605220, Ronald W. St. Louis and Elaine H. St. Louis, $6,036.86; 16605604, Grace L. Kelly and Brian D. Kelly and Robert J. Kelly, Jr. and Suzanne Kelly and Carolyn Borchard and Susan L. Franco, $2,621.78; 17155381, Lr Rentals and Real Estate Llc, A South Carolina Limited Liability Corporation, $3,329.84; 17402222, Thomas Palmer, Jr., $6,036.86; 17945270, Z Land Trust, Llc, A Florida Limited Liability Company, $3,444.70; 18868487, Kmc Travel Group, Inc., A Florida Corporation, $3,392.03. Exhibit “A-1”: Contract No., Undivided Interest, Years, Points; 16601870, 133/ 389,152, Odd , 133; 16602139, 144/ 389,152, Odd , 144; 16602448, 133/ 389,152, Even , 133; 16602474, 133/ 389,152, Odd , 133; 16602912, 133/ 389,152, Odd , 133; 16603745, 133/ 389,152, Odd , 133; 16604667, 133/ 389,152, Even , 133; 16604734, 133/ 389,152, Even , 133; 16605220, 133/ 194,576, Annual , 133; 16605604, 133/ 389,152, Odd , 133; 17155381, 133/ 389,152, Even , 133; 17402222, 133/ 194,576, Annual , 133; 17945270, 133/ 389,152, Even , 133; 18868487, 133/ 389,152, Odd , 133.

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SURFING, SUCCESS AND THE POWER OF FAMILY New podcast with Caroline Marks, Kolohe Andino, Carissa Moore and Kai Lenny shines light on just how important the role of family is in their surfing lives

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rom sibling rivalries to generational legacies, the relationships between surfing’s top performers and their families shapes who they are and how they define success. For world champions including Caroline Marks and Carissa Moore, to big-wave heroes such as Kai Lenny and local legend Kolohe Andino, family is everything.

As long as I live, I’ll never forget sitting in a restaurant in Waikiki across the table from Carissa Moore’s father when she was about 12 years old. He leaned in toward me, looked around the room as if not to expose his secret, and whispered, “Nobody knows how (expletive) good she’s going to be.”

Five world titles and an Olympic gold medal later, Pops knew what was up.

A new, four-part podcast called “Family Crest” seeks to shine some much-deserved light on the intricacies and nuances of these family relationships.

Hosted by Peter Flax, editor-in-chief of Red Bull’s publication The Red Bulletin, it’s a deep dive into how complex and emotional all of this stuff really can be.

Not only featuring conversations with the surfers themselves, the voices of parents, coaches, siblings and mentors also make an appearance and add some depth and context to the conversations.

The first episode dropped on Sept. 12 and featured 2023 world champ Marks.

Claiming her first world title at the WSL Finals at Lower Trestles, it’s been Marks’ relationship with her brother and parents that has helped her become the surfer she is today. Growing up in Florida, Marks moved to San Clemente to be closer to her sponsors and train at Lowers. Obviously, the hard work and dedication have paid off in a huge way, and when she won her world title in September, it was her family that was the first to congratulate her.

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beach cheering loud all day, I thought to myself, no matter what happens today, I’ve got the awesome people around me,” Marks shared on Instagram after taking out Moore to win the title.

The latest episode dropped this week and features Andino breaking down what it means to be the son of a national champ, as well as a father himself. Taking the next generation of San Clemente surf stars under his wing and mentoring them, the conversation also expands just what family means in the surf world.

“I want a big family; there’s nothing better,” Andino explained in a recent interview. The father of one with another on the way, he gracefully transitioned to living the family life as his time on the WSL Championship Tour came to a close—and perhaps his surfing has never been more inspired.

And while he rides the biggest waves in the world, Lenny is also juggling

GROM OF THE WEEK

COLTON VOIGT

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The next generation is coming on strong, and right there in the mix is 12-year-old, San Clemente goofy-footer Colton Voigt.

Enjoying a surf trip to the Maldives over the summer, with school back in session, he’s been keeping the momentum going, logging as many early-morning and afternoon sessions at Lowers as possible. Rolling into seventh grade at Shorecliffs Middle School, over the past year, he’s started to enter some contests and has been enjoying success among the WSA and NSSA ranks.

“Colton is an amazing kid; he is a pleasure to work with. He is very focused and goal-driven, coachable and has a great attitude,” says coach Chris Drummy, who’s

San Clemente native Kolohe Andino is embracing dad life and still getting barreled.

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twin daughters.

“Before, my only real motivation was self-preservation, but now with kids in the equation, I think I’ll be willing to go to the edge of the Earth for them,” Lenny said. “When I’m underwater, they’re going to be the reason I come up every single time.”

“Family dynamics are always fascinating, and, in this case, there’s a lot to chew on,” said Flax.

If you’ve ever wondered what family means to some of your favorite surfers and how it helps them take their performances to the next level, tune into “Family Crest”; it’s endlessly fascinating.

You can find it on Spotify, Apple, Google or wherever you get your podcasts.

Jake Howard is a local surfer and freelance writer who lives in San Clemente. A former editor at Surfer magazine, The Surfer’s Journal and ESPN, today he writes for several publications, including Picket Fence Media, Surfline and the World Surf League. He also works with philanthropic organizations such as the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center and the Positive Vibe Warriors Foundation.

SURF FORECAST Water Temperature: 64-66 Degrees F Water Visibility: San Clemente: 10-12’ Catalina: 15-25’

Outlook: Gradual rise in SSW swell puts more spots in waist to chest high surf,(3-4’), Friday afternoon through Saturday, as standouts see head high sets, (5’). Slowly fading but still fun waves on Sunday when the southerly swell slowly eases. Light SSE winds Friday morning puff up a little more from the SW in the afternoon. Moderate westerly winds rough up the water through Saturday. Lighter west winds and cleaner conditions for Sunday morning, then the onshores pick up again that afternoon.

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been working with Colton as of late.

Making surfing a family affair, when he’s not out mixing it up with the pros at Lowers, chances are you can find him enjoying some waves with his younger twin sisters, Violet and Charlotte, along with their dad.

When he’s able to pull himself away from the beach, Colton’s a savvy fisherman and enjoys hitting the lakes up around Mammoth with his Grandpa Walt. And when the snow comes, no problem, he rips on a snowboard, as well. He also enjoys playing golf when he feels like slowing things down a little. DP Jake Howard is a local surfer and freelance writer who lives in San Clemente. A former editor at Surfer magazine, The Surfer’s Journal and ESPN, today he writes for several publications, including Picket Fence Media, Surfline and the World Surf League. He also works with philanthropic organizations such as the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center and the Positive Vibe Warriors Foundation.

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