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The Coast Film and Music Festival Returns to South County SURF/ PAGE 22

Persevering Pups Local Organization Takes Active Role in Rescuing Pets E Y E O N D P / PA G E 3

(From left) Promise4Paws president Michelle Cole and co-founders Kevin and Sue Walshe have been rescuing animals slated for euthanasia at shelters and taking them to be adopted in Canada. Photo: C. Jayden Smith

A Case for Kids Fills Suitcases for County’s Foster Kids

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Local Organization Takes Active Role in Rescuing Pets

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outhern California drivers on local freeways on Friday morning, Nov. 3, couldn’t have missed a large red bus as it made its way north from Orange County to Riverside and beyond.

The bus, plastered with sayings such as “Breaking the Chain of Euthanasia,” was operated by local nonprofit organization Promise4Paws, which embarked on a 22-hour ride to British Columbia, where it planned to deliver several rescue dogs looking to enter their forever homes.

The trip is the sixth Promise4Paws has done since June, having already removed roughly 210 animals from the euthanization process at at-capacity shelters across the region.

Organization co-founder and Dana Point resident Sue Walshe said the push for beginning such rescue trips came purely from the need Promise4Paws has seen.

“We’re seven days a week, answering calls from all sorts of individuals,” Walshe said. “We open up emails in the morning, and it’s requests from shelters all over Southern California, asking us—begging us—to take highly adoptable animals that they have no room for anymore.”

The problem is overpopulation, she continued, advocating that a large step toward a solution would be spay and neuter legislation. That would stop “backyard breeders” and others from making money off animals when there aren’t enough homes for each one, Walshe added.

“You can’t rescue your way out of this deplorable situation,” she said, adding: “We’re doing all we can right now, and it’s a small effort when you think (about) how many are being killed every day.”

(From left) Promise4Paws president Michelle Cole and co-founders Kevin and Sue Walshe have been rescuing animals slated for euthanasia at shelters and taking them to be adopted in Canada. Photo: C. Jayden Smith

Walshe and her husband, Kevin, founded the San Juan Capistrano-based Promise4Paws in 2018 after decades of doing other work involving animal rescue, including at the San Clemente-Dana Point Animal Shelter.

The organization takes requests from people who have to give up their pets for various reasons, whether it be a divorce, health concerns or otherwise.

According to president Michelle Cole, however, Promise4Paws got to a point where it was running out of people to send animals to, forcing the group to expand its range beyond Orange County to between San Diego and Los Angeles.

Rescue agencies in British Columbia, which doesn’t have the same overpopulation issue as Southern California and needs more small and medium dogs, reached out to a connection of Cole’s, and

that connection then reached out to see if Promise4Paws could help.

Near the end of May, the organization put together a trip that would take 13 dogs on a trial basis.

“We said we’ll see how it goes, and we did that 13, and about a month later, they were like, ‘This is amazing, let’s do more,’” said Cole.

For the next trip, Promise4Paws brought 48 dogs, and the movement has continued since.

The participating rescues prepare all the paperwork and line up the adopting households beforehand, so that all that’s left is picking up the dogs from various shelters and starting the trip north.

Cooperation is a key part of each operation, as Cole explained.

Just days before Friday, Promise4Paws found itself in a tough situation when it

couldn’t find a van to rent for the trip. On Oct. 31, Mike McCarthy of the Texas-based organization Rescue Express told the group it could use one of his buses, and Kevin Walshe and another organization member quickly booked a flight to Eugene, Oregon, to drive the bus back in time for Friday’s expedition.

“This is rescues working together,” Kevin said.“That’s the only way it can be done.”

All the buses used have heating and air conditioning, he added, and the drivers feed the dogs before the trip, instead of during the journey, to keep the animals from getting nauseous. The trips are also driven all the way through, which mostly is to ensure dogs don’t run away during a potential bathroom break.

Kevin said most dogs are quiet during the drive and that the rattling of the vehicles provides a calming sensation.

“They never really even bark,” he said.

“It’s the funniest thing.”

Promise4Paws hopes to organize one trip per month in 2024, according to Cole, as the organization has a goal of buying a vehicle of its own and transporting between 30 and 40 dogs each time.

The feedback they get from the rescue agencies in Canada is positive, Cole added, saying the entities are “ecstatic” to get the dogs.

“It’s so rewarding to be doing this,” said Sue Walshe. “You’re just putting your finger in the dike of a humongous problem, but (for) the ones you can save, you make the dogs and the people happy.”

More information about the organization can be found at promise4paws.org.

A Case for Kids Fills Suitcases for Orange County’s Foster Children

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ooking to engage her family in a fun way to give to kids in need during the holiday season last year, Debby Thrailkill brought her kids and grandchildren shopping. But rather than purchase items for themselves, they shopped for children in Orange County foster care.

Inviting her large family to Target, Thrailkill told her grandkids to pick out a suitcase and pack a bag for a child of their own age. Thrailkill had contacted the county ahead of time to learn more about foster kids’ needs and put together a list of items that should be included in the suitcase.

Thrailkill told her grandkids,“Here’s a list of things kids need, but feel free to throw in whatever you want.”

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fortune,” Thrailkill said.“But we went out into the parking lot. We opened up some vehicles, and we packed these cases with the kids in mind, and I had the grandkids write a handwritten letter of encouragement to the child that would be receiving the case.”

At the end of the day, Thrailkill emphasized that the activity had deeply touched her family.

Thrailkill, who volunteered with South County Outreach for decades and served as its board chair, noted that her kids and grandkids had grown up participating in all kinds of philanthropic ventures, but “nothing moved them like this did.”

“I had been looking for my next thing,” Thrailkill said.“I posted pictures of what we had done, and we had all kinds of people comment,‘Oh, my gosh, I’d love to do that

Debby Thrailkill speaks about her philanthropic venture, My Own, A Case for Kids, which fills suitcases with clothes, toys and basic necessities for children in Orange County foster care, during the Dana Point Women’s Club’s meeting on Thursday, Nov. 2. Photo: Breeana Greenberg

with my kids, I’d love to do that with my grandkids,’ so I thought maybe I could organize this.”

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Thrailkill learned that there are more than 3,400 children in foster care in Orange County.

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(Case Cont. from page 3) “So I thought, I wonder if I can build 340 cases this year, because for me, that would seem like I’m spending my time doing something and making a difference,” Thrailkill said.

Each case includes basic necessities such as clothing, shampoo, conditioner, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, and more,“basics they don’t have,” Thrailkill said.

“The county told me,‘This is what the kids in our system need,’” Thrailkill said.“I was blown away. Even a sheet set, they don’t have sheets.”

Thrailkill also tries to include school supplies when they’re donated and a letter of encouragement.

Since January, when she started her philanthropic venture, which she’s dubbed “My Own, A Case for Kids,” Thrailkill has filled roughly 500 cases. The group averages donating roughly 60 cases a month, she said. The suitcases are given directly to the county to be given to children in foster care.

“This is letting kids know that people care, people are concerned, that there’s love out there,” Thrailkill said.“So, that’s what we’re trying to do, and any little bit helps.”

Thrailkill added that sometimes, receiving these suitcases filled with necessities can help kids remain in their homes.

“I know it’s completely opposite of what you would expect, but that’s happening,” Thrailkill said.“The guy I’m (working) with at the county says that’s the best-case scenario to be able to keep the child in their home.”

In cases where somebody has called Social Services after noticing that “the child is dirty, that they don’t have those essential items or change of clothes,” receiving a suitcase filled with clean clothes and toiletries makes a difference, Thrailkill said.

Speaking to the Dana Point Women’s Club (DPWC) during its regular meeting on Nov. 2, Thrailkill implored members to keep A Case for Kids in mind throughout the year as they look to make donations.

“We have an Amazon wishlist that (My

Own, A Case for Kids volunteer Isabel Bloom) keeps up throughout the year,” Thrailkill said.“We post on Instagram right now; we’re building a website.”

Ahead of the DPWC meeting, members donated suitcases and basic care items for children in foster care. Members of the quilting group Beach Cities Quilting Guild who use the Community House for meetings also donated quilts to fill the suitcases.

“Having these quilts be part of it kills me,” Thrailkill said.“I feel like I’m going to write a letter that goes with each quilt that tells them the value of this, what this means.‘Keep this with you. This is handmade.’”

During the meeting, members of the Women’s Club each wrote a letter of encouragement to children in foster care. DPWC First Vice President Toni Nelson and DPWC President Kathy Belanger presented Thrailkill with a $1,500 donation to her philanthropic venture.

In addition to My Own, A Case for Kids, the Women’s Club highlighted its third annual

Project Angel Tree gift drive. This year, members of the DPWC are looking to collect gifts for 51 kids in need this holiday season.

The nonprofit is partnering with the Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary and the City of Dana Point and its Youth Board to provide presents for 100 kids in need.

The annual gift drive benefits children whose parents have completed classes through United Way OC’s SparkPoint program. United Way OC provides financial literacy, personal financial management and budgeting education at RH Dana Elementary School to prevent homelessness.

Gift suggestions for the children are provided by parents and caretakers to ensure that all children in a family receive the same number of gifts.

The Dana Point Women’s Club will collect donated gifts for Project Angel Tree during its upcoming meeting on Dec. 7.

For more information on how to donate to My Own, A Case for Kids, email myowncaseoc@gmail.com.

City Seeks Applications for General Plan Committee Members

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ana Point is inviting individuals interested in participating in the General Plan Update process to apply for the newly created General Plan Advisory Committee. The call for applicants comes as the city looks to gain input from residents, business representatives and local officials.

The committee, which was formed through a unanimous City Council vote on Tuesday, Nov. 7, seeks to “establish a public forum of constructive dialogue and create a set of ambassadors who help educate, inform, and encourage participation from others in the community,” according to the city staff report.

One councilmember, one planning commissioner, one to two youth board members, a traffic improvement subcommittee member, one resident per district, one Chamber of Commerce representative or business representative, an arts and culture representative and one to three at-large community members will comprise the General Plan Committee.

During Tuesday night’s meeting, the council voted unanimously to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Jamey Federico to the committee, with Councilmember Matthew Pagano serving as an alternate.

“The value of it is it really will be a great tool for us to utilize the members

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The Ocean Institute seeks to raise $110,000 to fund needed repairs to the nonprofit’s research vessel, R/V Sea Explorer, as the vessel is now showing signs of wear and tear that may pose a potential risk to its structural integrity.

Photo: Courtesy of the Ocean Institute

Ocean Institute Seeks Funds to Preserve Floating Classroom

Dana Point residents are invited to apply for seats on the city’s newly formed General Plan Advisory Committee as part of the ongoing process to update the town’s General Plan. Photo: File

as ambassadors of the General Plan,” Director of Community Development Brenda Wisneski said.

The committee will meet at least five times between January and August 2024, holding public meetings on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Dana Point Community Center.

Those interested in applying for the General Plan Committee should submit a Statement of Interest to the city’s Planning Division for consideration.

The city encouraged those who are not appointed to the committee to still attend the meetings to provide input during the allotted public-comment periods.

Questions regarding the General Plan Advisory Committee can be directed to Principal Planner Belinda Deines at bdeines@danapoint.org or 949.248.3570.

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he Ocean Institute seeks to raise $110,000 to fund needed repairs to help preserve the continued operations of its research vessel, the R/V Sea Explorer.

The marine education nonprofit’s R/V Sea Explorer serves as a floating classroom, hosting 26,000 passengers annually as it offers immersive opportunities to learn about the ocean and its ecosystems.

“We’re all about keeping marine education alive and thriving,” Kaitlyn Davidson, Growth Marketing manager at Ocean Institute, said in a media release.

“The R/V Sea Explorer has been the heart of our educational programs, with fun activities like field trips, summer camps, Girls in Ocean Science Conferences, intern program cruises, Stoked on Science Cruises, and more,” Davidson continued.

“By chipping in, you’re helping us keep this

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awesome platform for marine education going strong.”

The research vessel is now showing signs of wear and tear that may pose a potential risk to its structural integrity, according to the Ocean Institute. Exposure to the elements where the paint has chipped could lead to deeper problems if left unaddressed, the nonprofit explained.

“The R/V Sea Explorer has been a vital part of our marine education programs, fostering a love for the ocean in thousands of students and community members,” Davidson said. “To ensure its continued impact and safety, we need your support.

Together, we can protect this invaluable resource for future generations.”

More information about R/V Sea Explorer and how to contribute to the fundraising campaign can be found at class.org/ give/531086/#!/donation/checkout. danapointtimes.com

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Dana Point Women’s Club Receives Grant to Improve Community House

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s the Dana Point Women’s Club (DPWC) persists in its efforts to renovate its Community House, the nonprofit announced during its meeting on Nov. 2 that it was the beneficiary of a $35,000 grant from the County of Orange.

As one of the DPWC’s primary sources of revenue, proceeds from meeting and event rentals at the 1950s-era Community House on San Juan Avenue help the nonprofit fund its philanthropic contributions and maintain the building.

DPWC President Kathy Belanger explained that club members met with Orange County Fifth District Supervisor Katrina Foley in August “to discuss the needs of this building that needed some real help.”

“She prepared a grant proposal outlining what we need, and we were delighted that the supervisor granted that $35,000 out of her discretionary funds,” Belanger said.

In an emailed statement, Foley said she saw “firsthand the state of the building and the urgent need for repairs to allow the club to continue as a resource for private and local events” when she toured the Community House.

“A longtime staple in our community, I’m happy to help restore the Dana Point Women’s Club so we can continue to use the facilities to raise revenue for the positive initiatives the Women’s Club supports, and as a place for community gatherings,” Foley said.

Belanger added that the club planned to thank the supervisor for the grant funds during its Dec. 7 meeting.

DPWC First Vice President Toni Nelson noted that the Community House has two needs. “The first need was just basically to put lipstick on the building so that (Community House Director Jody Hughes) would be able to rent it, so we wanted it to just look better,” she said.

“So the $35,000 just gives us enough money to do the little basic things that

Dana Point Women’s Club members announce that they received a $35,000 grant from the County of Orange to fund improvements to the nonprofit’s Community House. Photo: Breeana Greenberg

have to take place, but we’re still looking for the big, big grant which is going to allow us to put in air conditioning, renovate our bathrooms, make them ADA, make a full catering kitchen; we want to add 500 square feet here for storage and so on,” Nelson continued.

The club has worked to update the 1950s-era Community House on San Juan Avenue, recently replacing the carpeting with vinyl plank flooring.

“We’re going to be painting the exterior of the building,” Nelson said. “There’s some other things that you’re going to notice every month when you come, and all of that helps us to improve our rentals, because if we’re able to improve our rentals, we get more revenue, and that helps us to keep the building going and to fulfill our philanthropic purposes.”

Stand Up to Trash to Host Inaugural ‘Fun’draiser

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hree years after Dana Point resident Vicki Patterson launched Stand Up to Trash, the environmental nonprofit is set to host its first fundraising event, “Trash Bash.”

The fundraiser will feature live music, a silent auction and food and drink specials, as well as a specialty craft brew at Station Craft Brewery on Nov. 16.

“This is our first fundraiser, and we’re really excited about it,” Patterson said.

“We have grown in the community, which is amazing. We’re getting more programs, and we just need more funding to be able to provide these programs to the community.”

T-Street Zoo, which Patterson described as “a blend of funk, groove and bold improv,” will be performing during the event.

Station Craft Brewery made a special craft brew, Sirens Sustain’Ale, with hops donated by brewer supplier Indie Hops.

Proceeds from the ale sales will benefit the nonprofit, which hosts monthly beach cleanups at Baby Beach and the Ocean Institute.

Proceeds will help the nonprofit to buy iPads that will help streamline the

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Stand Up to Trash will host its inaugural Trash Bash on Nov. 16 at Station Craft Brewery + Kitchen.

Photo: Courtesy of Stand Up to Trash

check-in process at beach cleanups, Patterson said. Additionally, the nonprofit is interested in hiring a videographer to record the lectures, or Lunch and Learns, that take place after each beach cleanup.

“Being able to hire a videographer so it’s more professional than me on my iPhone, things like that, so we can pro-

vide a better service to the community,” Patterson said.

Though the event is hosted by Station Craft Brewery, it is free to attend and open to all ages.

“It’s a restaurant, so all ages can go because a lot of our participants at our cleanups are families,” Patterson said.

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“We focus a lot on the kids. The ocean starts at your front door, and the beach cleanup has a lot of kids, so we wanted to make sure that it was inclusive to all ages.”

“I think they’ll enjoy the band. They’re real fun,” Patterson continued. “There’s a lot of fun prizes. We’ll have cornhole that they can play while they’re there, too.

It’s just a nice family time to hang out and get to know everybody else in the community that supports us and have a good time outside of the beach when we’re just cleaning up.”

In addition to enjoying craft brews and a performance by T-Street Zoo, the event offers a fun way to help support a local nonprofit, Patterson added.

“We feel that what we do gives value to the community, and if you feel inclined that it’s giving value, if you’re able to, if you can make a donation, then we’re appreciative of it,” Patterson said.

Station Craft Brewery + Kitchen is located at 34150 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point.

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San Clemente Remembers Town Matriarch Lois Divel

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an Clemente Matriarch Lois Driscoll Divel died on Friday, Nov. 3, at the age of 95, the San Clemente Historical Society confirmed with Dana Point Times this week.

The local organization wrote about the impactful town figure in its November newsletter, noting that Divel had become a founding member of the Historical Society in 1973, 35 years after she moved to the city at the age of 10.

From then, Divel grew to love San Clemente’s historical homes and landmarks.

She served as a board member for the Historical Society for 26 years, earning the city’s Citizen of the Year Award in 2004, the Historical Society’s title of Matriarch in 2006 and the Ole Hanson Award in 2021.

“As we reflect on the legacy of Lois Divel, it is clear that her efforts have had a lasting impact on our community,” the Historical Society wrote. “Her dedication to San Clemente’s rich history and architectural heritage has left an indelible mark, ensuring that future generations can continue to appreciate and be inspired by the past. It is with great sadness that the San Clemente

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San Clemente Mayor Chris Duncan spoke of Divel’s importance to the city and expressed his condolences to the Divel family.

“This is the passing of a legend that has personally been an integral part of the fabric of San Clemente, and we cannot express in words how critical she’s been to making San Clemente the wonderful place that it is today,” he said. “This is a mournful time, but at the same time, we should be celebrating the richness that she has brought to our town.”

Duncan recalled attending an event several years ago at the San Clemente Community Center, where Divel was present, and answering people’s questions about events that occurred more than half a century ago with impressive clarity.

“I remember her as sharp as a tack, with an encyclopedic memory of key events in San Clemente history,” he added. “You can’t replace that.”

Mayor Pro Tem Steve Knoblock also commented on Divel’s death.

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 San Clemente Matriarch Lois Divel, pictured here in February 2020 reacting to the unveiling of a plaque on Avenida Del Mar, died late last week, at 95. Photo: Shawn Raymundo

“We grieve for her passing,” he said.

“I’m delighted to have known her and her family, and they’ve been a blessing to San Clemente in many ways. Her family members continue to be important leaders in our community.”

In a Facebook post, Divel’s niece, Kelle Marie Stavron, posted of her aunt’s passing.

Stavron wrote about how Divel was a role model and an encouraging person.

“Thank you, Aunt Lois, for being such a beautiful example of a woman of grace and love,” Stavron wrote. “You have filled my heart’s thoughts with your beautiful wisdom.”

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together to make it happen,” Duncan said.“That’s what we did here, right? This doesn’t just happen on its own.”

Duncan also thanked City Manager Andy Hall, Beaches, Parks & Recreation (BPR) Department Director Samantha Wylie, the commissioners on the BPR Commission and BPR staff for their contributions.

Noting that the temporary facility is “just the start,” he also referenced the Steed Park Master Plan that includes the 24-court facility.

“These things take time, but we’re working on that, as well,” Duncan said.“Over the next several months, the staff (will continue) to work on that larger facility, engaging with our community partners, engaging with the professional pickleball associations, local pickleball players and also private businesses.”

Wylie said she anticipates the city will add windscreens to the substantial fencing around the courts in roughly three weeks.

The council discussed the master plan for San Gorgonio Park at Tuesday night’s meeting, including whether to revert the now-closed pickleball courts back to tennis.

For the time being, however, residents were happy to break in the new courts on Tuesday morning at Steed.

“I just am in awe,” said Buz Buster, 87.

“It is a wonderful facility. I can’t wait to get going.”

San Clemente Opens Temporary Pickleball Facility at Steed Park

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ickleball enthusiasts flooded the new courts at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park shortly after 10 a.m. on Tuesday morning, Nov. 7, when local pickleball ambassador Marty Weinberg cut the ribbon in front of the temporary facility along with local dignitaries.

The occasion marked the start of a new era for the sport in San Clemente, which Mayor Chris Duncan dubbed the “Pickleball Capital of the World.” The eight-court facility is intended to appease both enthusiasts’ appetites for the sport, as well as residents near the former courts at San Gorgonio Park who grew weary of hearing the noise of pickleballs smacking against paddles.

“I think it’s a positive move for our city,” said Gigi Harris, another pickleball ambassador.“The neighbors have their peace and quiet, and we get to play pickleball, and it’s great.”

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Pickleball enthusiasts were excited to break in the new temporary pickleball facility at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park when it opened on Tuesday morning, Nov. 7. Photo: C. Jayden Smith

roughly a year and a half, called the facility “beautiful and majestic and exceeding all expectations.”

“It helps bring the community together and helps people spend time outdoors, exercise,” said Gregory.“(There’s) sunshine, and the camaraderie of the game—it’s so beneficial in many ways.”

The City Council authorized the $2 million project in May, after staff sought to bring pickleball to Steed Park in the midst of the city’s efforts to construct a permanent 24-court facility.

Duncan attributed the progress on the temporary courts to the council and other city personnel’s mindset to “get (expletive) done.”

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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, NOV. 14

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.

Traffic Improvement Subcommittee 4:30 p.m. The Traffic Improvement Subcommittee will hold a regular meeting.

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WEDNESDAY, NOV. 15

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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San Clemente Author Aims to Best the Struggles of Motherhood in New Book

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r. Morgan Cutlip’s years of touring with her father, Dr. John Van Epp, and her experience earning her own doctorate degree in psychology played a huge role in helping to publish her first book, Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself.

Released by the publishing house HarperCollins in September, Cutlip spent seven years creating a tool to help new mothers who found themselves in the same position she used to be in: overwhelmed by a deluge of new responsibilities.

“My book offers a plan for moms to feel good in motherhood while still being a really good mom, so not sacrificing (their relationship or their kids’ relationship) with themselves,” said Cutlip.

A 10-year resident of San Clemente, Cutlip and her husband, Chad, were living in Florida when they had their first child, a daughter named Effie. Effie was born shortly before the family moved across the country.

“I was totally caught off guard by my loss of freedom, by how overwhelmed I was, and what I didn’t know in terms of being a mom,” said Cutlip.“I thought all my degrees would prepare me for this, and I felt so overwhelmed and burnt out, (I was) starting to feel some resentment in my relationship.”

From then on, Cutlip felt called to help other mothers, and she got down to work on her book shortly after the birth of her son Roy a few years later.

Her formative experiences in the world of psychology and personal improvement

came years before, when her father left his practice to create educational courses for single people and couples.

In junior high school, Cutlip traveled with him to conferences and other events, developing a knowledge of translating psychological theories and research into practical applications. The emphasis on research carried into the process of writing her book.

“I spent a lot of years reading research on millennial mothering and parenting, (and) how it looks different from previous generations,” she said.“Some of the research is about what it’s like to parent in a time of so much information, with social media and the internet, and all of the voices and opinions that are part of our process as parents now.”

Despite the amount of research involved and the references to studies listed in the book, Cutlip asserted that her book was “very readable.” Its basis around the model of attachment, a topic concerning an infant’s connection to their caregiver on which Cutlip wrote her dissertation, helped her write the book quickly once she knew what she wanted to write.

The only problems, however, involved getting the spark to officially start writing and finding time in her schedule to do so.

After years of chipping away at her outline and “sitting on her idea,” as Cutlip described it, she and her husband had an authentic conversation that taught her the situation was “now or never.”

“I keep waiting for this break in life,” she

San Clemente author Dr. Morgan Cutlip provides steps to avoiding burnout of motherhood in her first book, Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself.

Photo: Courtesy of Morgan Cutlip

recalled.“It’s just not happening, (and) I’m getting busier, so I’m going to do it even though I don’t feel ready.”

Cutlip secured a literary agent within the next two weeks, and after the pair refined the proposal for her book, they sent it out to publishers and received multiple offers.

“I was really thrilled to go with a big publishing house, because that (gives) credibility to your book and (opens the door) to opportunities and relationships,” she said.

“Honestly, it felt really surreal.”

As a mother of two with a husband who travels for work, Cutlip then needed to figure out how she could have enough time in one sitting to do some significant writing.

The couple decided that the best option would be for Chad to take the children, now 7 and 10 years old, on weekend road trips that allowed her to complete a few chapters at a time.

“Obviously, the thought process was months and months, (with) the outlining, but the actual writing of the book occurred in about five weekends,” said Cutlip.“I write quickly once I have my framework. All the research was done by that point.”

Mas’ expanded programs for kids and veterans. Over the summer, the nonprofit partnered with the Wild and Whimsy Foundation for kids in foster care and provided summer programs for the Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley.

After deeming the summer programs a success, Otra Mas has expanded to offer after-school programs for the Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley and Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area.

The nonprofit is also collaborating with Equine Empowered Therapy to provide new programs for veterans.

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Otra Mas Honors Founder at 10th Anniversary Celebration

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

Horse rescue and equine-assisted therapy nonprofit Otra Mas celebrated its 10-year anniversary and recognized its founder’s longtime commitment to the San Juan Capistrano equestrian community during its Healing Hearts & Hooves Celebration on Oct. 6.

At the celebration, San Juan Capistrano Mayor Howard Hart presented Kathy Holman, the nonprofit’s founder, with the first Icon of Capistrano Award. The inaugural award will be presented from Otra Mas annually to those who go above and beyond Dana Point Times November 10 -16, 2023

in the community.

Orange County Fifth District Supervisor Katrina Foley presented Holman with a certificate of recognition for her dedication to the San Juan Capistrano equestrian community and awarded Otra Mas a $10,000 grant.

Capistrano Animal Rescue Effort representatives Phillip Schwartze and Matt Gaffney presented the nonprofit with a separate $10,000 check, continuing its longtime support of Otra Mas. Proceeds from the event support Otra Page 8

Over the past few years, Cutlip has built a significant Instagram presence, as she’s continued working with her father at the company My Love Thinks, which produces blogs, podcasts and other courses aimed at teaching people about relationships.

She’s also been featured in publications such as the New York Times and Women’s Health Magazine, and appeared on Good Morning America to promote her book.

Cutlip called her rising national recognition “scary and exciting,” as it can sometimes portray an unrealistic outward appearance.

“I’m working hard to try to get this book in front of as many people as possible, because I know it’s going to help moms, but it … also feels, I think, behind the scenes, like I’m just hustling over here,” she said, adding that her situation is “more glamorous than reality.”

She’s received an avalanche of support on social media since publishing her book, which has been a humbling experience for her.

Cutlip said she gets messages daily about how her work has impacted people’s lives, and that comments about her book often center around her relatability and practical advice. Mothers feel seen, she added, and that they’re not being judged.

“It’s not a list of self-care strategies,” said Cutlip.“It’s not like,‘Go take a walk and get your nails done.’ It’s actually meaningful strategies that are going to make a big difference in how they experienced motherhood.”

She also mentioned another interaction that meant a lot to her.

“Somebody said,‘Your book is like amazing information (wrapped) in a warm hug,’ ” Cutlip continued.“That’s the best compliment I’ve ever received.”

More information about Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself, as well as Cutlip’s blog, courses, and podcast can be found at drmorgancutlip.com.

Otra Mas celebrates its founder, Kathy Holman, at its Healing Hearts & Hooves fundraiser on Oct. 6, with San Juan Capistrano Mayor Howard Hart and Orange County Fifth District Supervisor Katrina Foley, who recognized Holman for her service to the local equestrian community.

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BY SHAWN RAYMUNDO

Dana Hills High School’s robotics team gave elected officials in San Juan Capistrano a show this week by demonstrating the mechanics of their award-winning robot Trident.

The team of students gathered at San Juan Capistrano’s temporary City Council Chambers on Tuesday night, Nov. 7, to show off some of the robot’s capabilities, in addition to boasting about the program’s benefits for teens and how it encourages youth to learn more about STEAM. “We love to encourage students to get interested and excited about robotics, as it’s one of our core ideals of competitiveness and building a great family environment for students to learn more about robotics,” said DHHS senior Alan Tsai.

As part of the competitive aspect, the team participates in the robotics program known as FIRST, or For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology. The DHHS team is just one of more than 3,000 that competes through FIRST’s robotics challenges.

“The core values of (FIRST) are discovery, innovation, impact, inclusion, teamwork and, of course, fun,” said DHHS junior Aidan Lindsay.“This organization really hopes to inspire students to learn about STEAM and engineering, but also to create empathetic adults who will be able to solve the major issues of the world.”

Every year, FIRST will announce a new challenge for the teams, explained Tyler Allen, a DHHS junior. For DHHS, the team will take the first six weeks of the season to understand all the rules of the competition and begin to collaborate on possible designs and potential solutions to FIRST’s challenge.

“We then test and prototype ideas to vet them for their validity,” Allen said, adding: “After that, we can finalize ideas, and then use computer-assisted design to sketch these ideas digitally, and have a platform to build off of. We then begin fabrication,

where we use various tools to actually assemble the robot, and from that point, we continue to iterate and improve as the season goes on.”

The challenges, Allen noted, change from year to year. Last year, for instance, the teams had to design a robot that can shoot balls into a hoop in the center of an arena to score points. This year, their robot must be able to earn points by placing cubes on shelves and cones on posts.

A recent achievement for the team, Allen pointed out, came in San Jose, where they won a particularly challenging competition.

During the presentation at Tuesday night’s council meeting in San Juan, the team showed how the robot can hold and place objects, as well as throw inflatable balls—a part of the demonstration in which Mayor Howard Hart got to participate.

“Our main goal every year is to be reliable and be consistent, as that’s what makes us competitive,” DHHS senior Moises Martinez said, describing the robot.“A robot that works on the field is more valuable than a robot that might be complex but is not.”

According to the team, they’ve won five events with their robot, gaining six awards in multiple categories, including manufacturing, programming and team operations.

Councilmember John Campbell, who got to see the team compete previously at an event at Capistrano Valley High School, expressed joy in watching their presentation and offered words of encouragement for the students’ bright futures.

“I want to congratulate you on your passion. I really look forward to seeing what you guys have coming up in the future and how you’re going to help us,” Campbell said.“I mean, you truly are the leaders of tomorrow, and I’m very excited about the process.”

[ABOVE] Joined by the rest of the Dana Hills High robotics team, senior Alan Tsai talks about the benefits of the program and how it promotes STEAM education among teens.

[LEFT] (From left) Councilmember John Taylor and Mayor Howard Hart listen to the robotics team’s presentation, where the group got to show off the mechanics of their robot, Trident.

[RIGHT] Dana Hills High junior Stryker Maltin prepares to demonstrate how Trident works.

[BELOW] The robotics team uses Trident to throw a ball to Hart.

[LEFT] (From left) Maltin talks about Trident’s capabilities.

[FAR LEFT ] (From left) As Maltin gets ready to demonstrate Trident’s capabilities, teammate and senior Moises Martinez describes how robotics competitions work.

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GUEST OPINION | Reflections of Dana Point by Barbara Johannes

From Landfall to Incorporation— How Dana Point Became a Coastal Town

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n his book Two Years Before the Mast, Richard Henry Dana Jr. described our shore when he wrote, “San Juan is the only romantic spot on the California coast.”

Published in 1840, his classic journal includes his 1835 visit to the San Juan Point headlands and the Capistrano Bay coast. Dana also described when he and his shipmates became “hide droghers,” tossing cowhides down to the shore below, to be loaded on longboats and rowed to the Pilgrim anchored farther out in the bay.

It would be two years after Dana’s death in 1882 when the U.S. Geological Survey would rename the headlands Dana Point in his honor.

When did this area become Dana Point? Documents in our archives include a 1923 copy of Anna G. Walters’ San Juan Point Corporation Stock Certificate. A 1924 booklet, Dana Point, California and Vicinity, was published in 1924 and sent to various real estate firms throughout California.

The booklet highlighted Dana Point

as one of the last natural and undeveloped areas of the coast made famous

by Dana’s bestseller. Photos of the newly built Scenic Inn and the extensive scenic trail winding along the bluffs to the beach below were featured, the ruins of which can still be seen from today’s Bluff Top Trail.

Ads in Los Angeles Times in 1925 advertised lots available in Dana Point, a photo of Walters’ newly built home and ads of free dinners served at the Scenic Inn to interested buyers.

From 1924-25, Dr. J.L. Beebe, San Juan Corporation president, was said to have contacted Hollywoodland developer Sidney H. Woodruff, who was associated with the sign of the same name—now the Hollywood landmark celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.

Additional investors joined Woodruff’s Dana Point Syndicate, including General Sherman of Western Construction, the Chandlers of the L.A. Times and many more.

The Blue Lantern Fountain Lunch

and Gas Station (now Coastal Kitchen) opened in 1927, Woodruff’s first 10 homes were finished in 1928, and the installation of the Lantern streetlights were completed in 1929.

While in Italy, Dr. and Mrs. Beebe were inspired by Sorrento’s harbor and a hotel on the bluff with an elevator to the beach. Construction on the Dana Point Inn began in 1930, despite the 1929 stock market crash, to be finished for the 1932 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

The never-completed hotel’s elevator entrance can be seen on Harbor Drive, and the hotel’s arches remain on the Bluff Top Trail. The Great Depression and World War II would delay Dana Point’s growth.

After WWII, Dana Point became known for the surfing industry and Dana Point Harbor activities. It was in 1989 when Dana Point was joined by Capistrano Beach and Monarch Beach to become the City of Dana Point.

Barbara Johannes is the president of the Dana Point Historical Society. DP

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Assembly Bill 303, which was also signed by the governor, gives law enforcement more information about individuals in our LAURIE’S LATEST BY cities who are illeASSEMBLYMEMBER LAURIE DAVIES gally possessing firearms—an important step in tackling this key issue.

This year, my office sent out a poll to our district to help determine what issues matter the most to you and your family.

We received over 500 responses in our first attempt, and we will continue to send out this poll over the next couple weeks.

Here are the current results, ranked from top to bottom: 1. Tackling the Homelessness Problem and Easing Housing Costs 2. Improving the Cost of Living in California 3. Taxation

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erving in the legislature is something I don’t take lightly. And I use the word “serving,” because that’s truly what it is. I am serving as your voice in Sacramento.

When I walk through the doors at the Capitol, I leave politics behind and focus on policy that best serves our community in the 74th District. Throughout the year, I meet with residents, business owners and community leaders, and discuss the important issues that are affecting our unique district.

This past year, we dove into legislation that aimed to address the pressing issue of coastal erosion, and we were able to advance Assembly Bill 882. The measure will expedite funding for grants by the State Coastal Conservancy to help with our climate challenges such as sea-level rise and coastal erosion.

We also placed our focus on enhancing public safety, specifically with gun violence and keeping guns out of the hands of those who should not, by law, own firearms.

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4. Reducing Gun Violence and Strengthening Public Safety 5. Campaign Finance and Election Integrity Reform 6. Protecting Our Coastline and Environment 7. Other Issues 8. Health Care Affordability 9. Military and Veterans Affairs 10. Reproductive Health Care 11. College Affordability If you’re interested in taking the poll, head to the online version of this column at danapointtimes.com to find the link.

As always, it is an honor to represent the 74th Assembly District in Sacramento.

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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MONDAY | NOV. 13 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.

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FRIDAY | NOV. 10 MERMADE MARKET 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The Mermade Market handmade bazaar is operating at the Ocean Institute with artisans, food trucks, and live music through Saturday, Nov. 11.

The Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org.

‘BELL, BOOK, AND CANDLE’ AT CABRILLO PLAYHOUSE 7:30 p.m. Watch a live performance of Bell, Book, and Candle at San Clemente’s hometown theater. The story follows a modern witch living in New York City who wrestles with the plight of losing her powers if she allows herself to fall in love. The show will run through Nov. 19, with showings at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and at 2 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $28. Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente. 949.492.0465. cabrilloplayhouse.org.

SATURDAY | NOV. 11 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.

HIKE AT SAN MATEO CAMPGROUND 9-11 a.m. Join California State Parks Naturalist Heather Rice to experience a local state park. Meet at the San Mateo Campground amphitheater for a 3-mile walk from Panhe Canyon to the ocean. Day-use fees apply. San Onofre State Beach, 830 Cristianitos Road, San Clemente. heather.rice@parks.ca.gov.

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SATURDAY | NOV. 11 : DANA POINT VETERANS DAY CEREMONY 10 a.m.-noon. Join the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9934 and the City of Dana Point as they present a Veterans Day ceremony honoring local servicemembers at the Dana Point Veterans Memorial in Strands Vista Park. The event will feature the unveiling of updated memorial plaques, listing the names of veterans who have died during the past year and were members of the VFW Post 9934 or residents of Dana Point. Strands Vista Park, 34201 Selva Road, Dana Point. 949.248.3536. recreation@danapoint.org. vfwpost9934.org.

hosting a Veterans Day Ceremony at Veterans Park. The program will include refreshments, as well as remarks from the local American Legion Post and Mayor Howard Hart. Veterans Park, 31872 Camino Capistrano. sanjuancapistrano.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, one-of-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags. La Plaza Park, 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point.

’80S CELEBRATION AT DELAHUNT Noon-9 p.m. Join Delahunt Brewing in celebrating its first batch of beer made with 80 BBL fermenters by offering guests a brewery tour and live music. The night will feature Delahunt’s Novemberfest Helles Lager, Orange Dream, Salvatore Italian Pilsner and Sunbather brews.

Delahunt Brewing, 1011 Calle Recodo, San Clemente. delahuntbrewing.com.

RE-WILD 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tree of Life Nursery is inviting the community to attend all or part of this event, which is meant to celebrate the best planting time for native species.

Enjoy a day full of community and sharing Tree of Life’s passion for plants. Bring your own food, lunch, snacks and water.

There will be speakers, a documentary screening of A Green Fire and a lunchtime reading circle. Tree of Life Nursery, 33201 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano.

949.728.0685. californianativeplants.com.

SAN CLEMENTE VETERANS DAY CEREMONY 10-11 a.m. The City of San Clemente and the Marine Corps League South Coast Detachment 022 are collaborating to honor local veterans at Park Semper Fi. The event will feature multiple speakers, including one from the city and a guest speaker from the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines unit of the United States Marine Corps at Camp Pendleton. Park Semper Fi, 622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO VETERANS DAY CEREMONY 10-11 a.m. The City of San Juan Capistrano and American Legion Post 721 are

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. 26732 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano. 866.446.7803. hauntedoc.com.

GEEKS WHO DRINK TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9 p.m. Left Coast Brewing presents trivia modeled after pub quizzes in Ireland and the United Kingdom, covering everything from Hungary to the Hunger Games.

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OPEN JAM 7-10 p.m. Play your own percussion, acoustic or electric instruments every Monday night at Knuckleheads. Amps are allowed, but drums are not. Knuckleheads, 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente.

949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

TUESDAY | NOV. 14 SURFSIDE QUILTERS GUILD FUNDRAISER 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Join the Surfside Quilters Guild for its November Fest fundraiser at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. There will be snacks and music, as well as opportunity baskets, a quilt auction, silent auction and a boutique. This free event will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the sale of raffle tickets and auction paddles. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 33501 Stonehill Drive, Dana Point. surfsidequiltersguild.org.

WEDNESDAY | NOV. 15 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.

CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE 8 p.m. Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue. Rodney Crowell will perform as part of his The Chicago Sessions tour. Tickets are $45. Doors open at 6 p.m. The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano.

949.496.8930. thecoachhouse.com.

THURSDAY | NOV. 16 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.

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Foghat to Fete New Album, ‘Sonic Mojo’

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

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s Foghat’s lead guitarist, engineer and producer, Bryan Bassett knows what he wants in the band’s music.

For the act’s forthcoming record, Sonic Mojo, Bassett wanted to continue Foghat’s penchant for authenticity.

“It’s very honest, not overproduced or anything,” said Bassett of the band that scored hits with “Slow Ride” and “Ride, Ride, Ride.”

“I wanted it to translate to the stage. We needed to ensure every part of it could be played live. That was important to me as a producer, to make sure the songs were just us, rocking out and playing.”

Foghat will do just that when it celebrates the release of Sonic Mojo on Nov. 17 at The Coach House. The album hits streaming services on Friday, Nov. 10.

“We’re pretty excited to get out and have the fans hear the new music,” he said.“We have a couple of songs already out there.

But Sonic Mojo has six new originals and six covers. We recorded it over the course of the last year.”

Among the tracks on Sonic Mojo are “Let Me Love You Baby” by Willie Dixon; Rodney Crowell’s “Song for the Life”; and “Promised Land” by Chuck Berry.

“It’s Foghat tradition to take an old blues song and rock it up a little bit,” Bassett said.

The London-born Foghat was founded in 1971 when Dave Peverett and Roger Earl left Kim Simmonds-fronted Savoy Brown. Since then, Foghat has earned eight gold records, one platinum record and one double-platinum record.

Founding songwriter/vocalist/guitarist Peverett died in 2000, followed by slide guitarist Rod Price five years later. In 2018, longtime bassist Craig MacGregor passed away.

Despite the losses, founding drummer Roger Earl kept the legacy alive. Besides Bassett and Earl, Foghat includes singer/bassist Rodney O’Quinn and lead vocalist/guitarist Scott Holt, whose credits include performing with Buddy Guy. For the original tracks on Sonic Mojo, Foghat asked Simmonds if he had any songs he wanted to hear.

“He sent four,” Bassett said of Simmonds.

“We recorded three of them. We’re blessed to have three of his last compositions on the record. We dedicated the album to him. That’s an interesting thing about the record.”

Bassett said Sonic Mojo fits in well with the catalog, as each effort features Earl’s drumming.

“What gives Foghat its flavor are the drum tracks,” he said.

“We’re blues rock, and we haven’t gone too far from that, except for a couple songs—‘Promised Land’ and one written by Colin Earl of Mungo Jerry,‘Wish I’d a Been There’—that leans a little country,” he continued.“Our fans might be a little surprised by that.‘Wish I’d a Been There’ is his lament about never seeing Hank Williams Sr. in concert.”

Bassett’s career reads like a rock ‘n’ roll encyclopedia. He served as a session guitarist for King Snake Studio and a member of

(From left) Foghat’s guitarist and lead vocalist Scott Holt, bass player Rodney O’Quinn, drummer Roger Earl and lead guitarist Bryan Bassett will feature their album Sonic Mojo at The Coach House on Nov. 17.

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The Midnight Creepers and Blue House.

He wielded the ax for Molly Hatchet, and released a slew of records on his own, including Devil’s Canyon.

In January 1998, he recorded the CD Silent Reign of Heroes, followed by Kingdom of XII in 2000. A founding member of Wild Cherry, Bassett also performed with Airborne, T-Dice and The Silencers.

In terms of Foghat, Bassett spends 60 to 70 days on the road. This winter, it will reconfigure its concerts to keep it fresh for the band—and its fans.

“We try to change songs every year, add to the set, pull deep album tracks,” he said.

“That way, fans who come see us every year get a different show. We get on socials to find out which songs fans would like to hear from the old album tracks.”

Bassett said it’s been easy to stay passion-

AT THE MOVIES:

‘Priscilla’

BY MEGAN BIANCO

S

ofia Coppola’s Priscilla is not a movie for Elvis Presley fans. It’s barely a movie for fans who like Priscilla Presley.

It is essentially a movie for Sofia Coppola followers.

There are historical inaccuracies and creative liberties up the wazoo, and not even a single Elvis song to be found on the soundtrack.

It’s the antithesis of Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis (2022) from just 15 months ago, in both good and bad ways.

Rather than portray the “First Lady of Rock & Roll” as sassy and free-spirited like how Olivia DeJonge was in Luhrmann’s feature, 14-year-old Priscilla Beaulieu (Cailee Spaeny) is introduced in Coppola’s picture as a bored wallflower who is stuck in West Germany while her stepfather Paul (Ari Cohen) is stationed there as a U.S. Air Force officer in 1959.

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Almost instantly, things appear to fall into place for Priscilla—from being invited to a house party where 24-year-old superstar Elvis Presley (Jacob Elrodi) is attending while drafted into military service, to being asked out by the rock star, to eventually being invited to live at his estate Graceland back in the States by the time she’s 17.

In between homework, parties, photoshoots and dates, we see that not all is perfect while dating and being married to

the biggest star in the world.

Much of the attention before Priscilla was released was on the ridiculous height difference between Spaeny and Elrodi, as well as 24-year-old Spaeny’s believable baby face.

It’s impossible to ignore the age difference physically, and it successfully doesn’t let us forget how inappropriate the couple are during their courtship.

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ate about his craft, nearly 50 years in.

“There’s nothing more fun to me than plugging my guitar into a loud Marshall amp and making a racket,” he said with a laugh.

“I still feel like a 20-year-old playing in my garage. We’re getting together this afternoon.

Playing music with friends—it doesn’t get any better than that.”

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have us seeing some growth in both Priscilla’s maturity and the dynamic between the pair. Instead, we meander for various scenes of the ingénue going along with the rockwife life and accepting that her husband cheats on her and neglects her regularly.

By the time she’s 27 and realizes being married to a famous musician might not be worth it, we’ve already reached the end credits.

Along with the fact that huge periods of time are glossed over throughout the film, we’re left wondering if Priscilla might have been stronger if the characters were fictional and loosely based on real celebrities.

What does work in the film is all from Coppola. The indie filmmaker’s movies are known for their distinctly feminine “vibes,” and there are plenty of them here, especially during the scenes where Priscilla is by herself.

In an era where we’re getting swarmed with quick, straight-to-streaming movies with barely an artistic touch, it’s nice to be reminded of an auteur’s signature directing style. Depending on whom you are a fan of, Priscilla may or may not be for you. danapointtimes.com

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

A New Senior Concern: The Cost of Living Alone

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n the past 10 days, two South County women in their 60s emailed me to say they have a room to rent in their homes. They need to increase their income. Both asked if I knew of any senior singles seeking a place to live.

One has a two-bedroom home in Rancho Mission Viejo and the other a two-bedroom apartment in the Dana Point Town Center.

And it’s not only women who are finding the increasing cost of living challenging. Larry, age 74, a friend of mine in Florida, informed me that his girlfriend of three years had moved in with him. He said financial considerations were part of the reason.

Wayne, 70, an Orange County friend, recently wrote, “I’m starting to think about my declining cash account, as unexpected expenses have occurred.

Special condominium assessments and inflation in the last few years are the reasons.

“I’m weighing my options … maybe a major change in my lifestyle in SoCal or moving out of state. But I’m not excited about either option.”

I asked Wayne about getting a roommate.

“That’s a thought,” he said,“but I’ve lived alone for 12 years, ON LIFE AND LOVE and my place isn’t AFTER 50 that big. I’m sorting

BY TOM BLAKE this out, but I’ll have to address this soon.”

Another buddy of mine, Ray, 83, moved to Laguna Woods a year ago.

He was happy living alone. I figured that his living arrangement wouldn’t last long, considering the number of delightful senior single women living there. I was right.

A Laguna Woods woman a year older has moved in with him. Were there financial benefits? Yes, and other pluses as well.

Is moving in as easy as just handing over a key to the front door? Of course not. There are many considerations. For example, what if the person who owns the home passes away first? What happens to the roommate? Will he or she have to find another place to live?

Moving in isn’t solely a decision between two seniors who love each other.

Many roommate situations are non-romantic. Regardless, a living-together written arrangement needs to be drafted by a lawyer to protect both the property owner and the roommate.

If the person who owns the home has children, you can bet the family is going to be very curious about the arrangement with the roommate. The kids will be understandably concerned that their inheritance won’t vanish.

How is that dealt with? Hopefully, it will be agreed upon between the two people before the move-in.

A few months after Greta, my life partner of 25 years, passed away, I decided to try online dating. Shortly after posting my profile on a dating site, an attractive woman from Oceanside said she wanted to meet me. She was 23 years younger.

We had two one-hour dates walking in Dana Point Harbor. Then, she emailed and said she’d like to move into my Dana Point home with me. She added that with such a large age difference

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between us, I’d likely pass before she passed.

And when that happened, she wouldn’t want to be tossed to the curb.

Hence, she would want my estate plan altered to leave the house to her, before she moved in.

I was appalled. So were my beneficiaries. When I said no, she said “goodbye.”

If any readers are looking for a room to rent, email me at tompblake@gmail. com, and I will forward your information to those two lovely women mentioned above.

Oh, my, the challenges of senior dating.

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. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@sanclementetimes.com.

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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION:

Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9x9 grid 6 9 4 3 1 7 8 5 2 that has been subdi7 8 5 9 6 2 1 3 4 1 2 3 5 8 4 6 9 7 vided into nine smaller 8 4 7 6 5 1 9 2 3 grids of 3x3 squares.

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

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PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF DANA POINT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT a public hearing will be held by the Planning Commission of the City of Dana Point to consider the following: Site Development Permit SDP22-0010 located at 26525 Via Sacramento: A request to construct a detached 794 square foot, two-bedroom, Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in association with an existing nonconforming two-story, duplex in the Residential Duplex 14 (RD 14) Zoning District. Lots with existing developments that are nonconforming as to driveway length, must obtain a Site Development Permit pursuant to Dana Point Zoning Code Section 9.07.210(f) (1)(C) prior to constructing the detached ADU. In accordance with Zoning Code Section 9.07.210(f)(4) (b), in multi-family residential zoning districts where ADUs are permitted, an applicant shall be allowed to construct a detached ADU. Project Numbers: Site Development Permit SDP220010 Project Location: 26525 Via Sacramento (APN: 123151-19) Project Applicant: Nicholas Huizar Property Owner: Luchy D. and Elizabeth M. Roteliuk Family Trust Environmental: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the project is found to be Categorically Exempt per Section 15303(e) (Class 3 – New Construction or conversion of small structures) since the project consists of constructing a new detached ADU. Hearing Date: Monday, November 27, 2023 Hearing Time: 6:00 PM (or as soon thereafter as possible) Hearing Location: 33282 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629 (Dana Point City Hall) All persons either favoring or opposing the subject project are invited to present their views to the Commission at this hearing.

Note: This project may be appealed to the City Council. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Dana Point prior to the public hearing. Any litigation related to this project may be subject to the 90 day statute of limitations set forth in California Government Code section 1094.6 and/or 65009.

For further information, please contact Alyssa Gonzalez, Associate Planner, at the City of Dana Point, Community Development Department, 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 209, Dana Point, (949) 248-3556.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MICHAEL STEWART, aka MICHAEL PATRICK STEWART Case Number: 30-2023-01357152-PR-PW-CMC To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will and or estate, or both, of MICHAEL STEWART, aka MICHAEL PATRICK STEWART A Petition for Probate has been filed by AMY STEWART in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE .

The Petition for Probate requests that AMY STEWART be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (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 in this court as follows: a. Date: Jan 10, 2024 Time: 1:30 p.m. in Dept: CM5 b. Address of Court: Costa Mesa Justice Complex, 3390 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.

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 (Form DE-154) 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: James Nguyen, ESQ, Barth Calderon, LLP, 333 City Boulevard West, Ste 2050, Orange, CA 92868 PH: (714) 704-4828 Published in: Dana Point Times , November 3, 10, 17, 2023 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: AVIS JOAN BLOOD AKA AVIS BLOOD AKA JOAN BLOOD AKA AJ BLOOD Case Number: 30-2023-01355374 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will and or estate, or both, of AVIS JOAN BLOOD AKA AVIS BLOOD AKA JOAN BLOOD AKA AJ BLOOD A Petition for Probate has been filed by DONALD RAY ABLES in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE. The Petition for Probate requests that DONALD RAY ABLES 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. (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 in this court as follows: a. Date: 12/21/2023 Time: 1:30 pm in Dept CM6. b. Address of the court: Costa Mesa Justice Complex, 3390 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.

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.

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Petitioner: DONALD RAY ABLES, 33452 Valley View Court, Dana Point, CA 92629 PH: (949) 291-1512 Published in: Dana Point Times, October 27, November 03, 10, 2023 PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF DANA POINT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT a public hearing will be held by the Planning Commission of the City of Dana Point to consider the following: Coastal Development Permit CDP22-0019 and Minor Site Development Permit SDP22-0056(M) at 56 Monarch Bay Drive: A request for a Coastal Development Permit to demolish a single-family dwelling and construct a 4,826 square-foot, two-story, single-family dwelling with an attached two-car garage, and a Minor Site Development Permit to allow retaining wall heights over 30 inches in the side, rear and front yard setback areas.

Project Numbers: Coastal Development Permit CDP22-0019 and Minor Site Development Permit SDP22-0056(M) Project Location: 56 Monarch Bay Drive (APN: 670131-38) Project Representative: Jason Richart Applicant: J & B Beach Investments LLC Environmental: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the project is found to be Categorically Exempt per Section 15303(a) (Class 3 – New Construction) since the project consists of constructing one single-family dwelling unit in a residential zone and retaining walls.

Hearing Date: Monday, November 27, 2023 Hearing Time: 6:00 PM (or as soon thereafter as possible) Hearing Location: 33282 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629 (Dana Point City Hall) All persons either favoring or opposing the subject project are invited to present their views to the Commission at this hearing.

cil. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Dana Point prior to the public hearing. This project may also be appealed to the California Coastal Commission in accordance with Dana Point Municipal Code Section 9.69.090. The process includes, but is not limited to, contacting the Coastal Commission for the appropriate forms and instructions to file an appeal. Any litigation related to this project may be subject to the 90 day statute of limitations set forth in California Government Code section 1094.6 and/or 65009.

For further information, please contact Alyssa Gonzalez, Associate Planner, at the City of Dana Point, Community Development Department, 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 209, Dana Point, (949) 248-3556.

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF DANA POINT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT a public hearing will be held by the Planning Commission of the City of Dana Point to consider the following: Coastal Development Permit CDP20-0017 and SDP20-0017(M) at 26382 Palisades Drive: A request to permit the construction of a retaining wall structure consisting of two (2), six (6) foot high, terraced retaining walls which merge into a single six (6) foot high retaining wall, following the rear and exterior side yard property lines. Another portion of the six (6) foot high wall would be located within the front yard to create an enclosed front courtyard. The wall structure is proposed to be setback from the property line and landscaped with a mixture of drought tolerant plants to visually screen the wall from Palisades Drive. The project is in the Coastal Overlay District and includes a series of walls which exceed requisite height limits; therefore, approval of a Coastal Development Permit and a Minor Site Development Permit are required, respectively.

Project Number: CDP20-0017 and SDP20-0017(M) Project Location: 26382 Palisades Drive (APN: 123233-01) Applicant: Advanced Civil Group Owner: Rajesh Kadakia Environmental: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the project is categorically exempt per Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines (Class 3 – Construction and Conversion of Small Structures).

Hearing Date: Monday November 27, 2023 Hearing Time: 6:00 PM (or as soon thereafter as possible) Hearing Location: 33282 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629 (Council Chambers) All persons either favoring or opposing the subject project are invited to present their views to the Commission at this hearing.

Note: This project may be appealed to the City Council. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Dana Point prior to the public hearing. This project may also be appealed to the California Coastal Commission in accordance with Dana Point Municipal Code Section 9.69.090. The process includes but is not limited to contacting the Coastal Commission for the appropriate forms and instructions to file an appeal. Any litigation related to this project may be subject to the 90-day statute of limitations set forth in California Government Code section 1094.6 and/or 65009.

For further information, please contact Danny Giometti, Senior Planner at the City of Dana Point, Community Development Department, 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 209, Dana Point, (949) 248-3569.

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FOOTBALL FALLS ON THE ROAD IN CIF-SS FIRST ROUND This historic championship season for the Dana Hills football team came to a screeching halt in the first round of the CIF-SS Division 6 playoffs last Friday, Nov. 3 Despite clinching their first-ever outright league championship a week prior, the Dolphins went on the road for their Division 6 playoff opener, and top-seeded Ontario Christian looked every bit of that No. 1 seed, rolling Dana Hills, 45-13.

Dana Hills (8-3) won the Pacific Coast League with an unbeaten threegame league run to cap a six-game winning streak to close the regular season. It was the Dolphins’ second-ever league championship following a split Sea View League title in 2012.

However, Dana Hills fell a smidge too high on the CalPreps computer rankings that the CIF-SS uses to construct its playoff divisions, and after the decision to make Division 1 an eight-team bracket and the ensuing domino effect, the Dolphins slotted into Division 6. Dana Hills finished a 0.1 ratings point higher than Division 7 No. 1 seed Chino, which won its opener over Long Beach Jordan, 42-22.

Last Friday, Ontario Christian pounced all over Dana Hills early.

The Knights forced four interceptions and dominated in the ground game for a 20-0 lead after the first quarter and a 30-7 lead at halftime.

The Knights rushed for over 300 yards, with over 110 yards and two touchdowns for each of their top running backs. Ontario Christian also threw for 284 yards and two scores.

Dana Hills junior Owen Walz rebounded from injury to lead the Dolphins’ offensive efforts with 100 yards rushing and a touchdown on 13 carries. Senior Noah Kucera caught six passes for 92 yards, and senior Chase Berry caught an 18-yard touchdown pass from sophomore Jace Lowe.

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Despite its first-ever outright league championship, Dana Hills football went on the road to open the CIF-SS Division 3 playoffs and lost big to top-seeded Ontario Christian, 45-13, on Friday, Nov. 3. Photo: Alan Gibby/Zone57

the pressure, but Ontario Christian recovered the ball both times. Foulger led Dana Hills with 13 tackles, and senior Dominic Barto reeled in 10 tackles. Foulger and juniors Morgan Smith Rudolph Pascarelli each led with seven solo tackles. Walsh, senior Matt Carpino and junior Grant Peters recorded a tackle-for-loss.

Sophomore Trevor Blackmore blocked a field goal for Dana Hills.

Dana Hills faced plenty of adversity over the course of the 2023 season, including three different starting quarterbacks and numerous injuries to key players. However, the Dolphins pushed through to capture the Pacific Coast League title, which will be the last in the current league format. Next season, all Orange County football teams will be sorted into leagues based on the previous two years of CalPreps ratings data, including this year’s playoffs.

Kucera was the breakout skills player this season for Dana Hills.

Kucera led the team in receiving by a wide margin with eight receiving touchdowns and 876 yards, including a school-record 254-yard performance against Woodbridge. Kucera also ran for 272 yards and five touchdowns, threw one touchdown pass, pulled in five interceptions, returned one kickoff and one interception for touchdowns and amassed 1,765 all-purpose yards.

Sophomore Radley Geiss led Dana Hills in rushing with 628 yards and seven touchdowns on 132 carries, and Walz came on strong after his transfer sit-out period with 320 yards rushing and five touchdowns on 59 carries in

five games.

Barto led the Dolphins’ defense in total tackles (92), solo tackles (66) and tackles-for-loss (6). Senior Noah Brown racked up a team-high six sacks, and Walsh recovered three fumbles.

GIRLS TENNIS DOWNED IN CIF-SS QUARTERFINALS It was a return to form for the Dana Hills girls tennis team in the 2023 season with an unbeaten run through the Sea View League, but the Dolphins CIF-SS playoff run ended in the Division 3 quarterfinals on Monday, Nov. 6.

Dana Hills (14-4) was the No. 4 seed in Division 3 and opened the playoffs with a 16-2 home win over Upland on Nov. 1. The Dolphins won on the road in the second round with a 13-5 victory at Ayala of Chino Hills on Friday, Nov. 3.

However, Dana Hills couldn’t pull out one more road victory and suffered a tight 10-8 loss at Culver City in the quarterfinals on Monday. Culver City beat Oaks Christian in the semifinals on Wednesday to advance to the CIF-SS championship match.

CIF-SS Individual Sectionals are set for Nov. 20.

CROSS COUNTRY SET FOR CIF-SS PRELIMINARIES ON FRIDAY

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Both the Dana Hills boys and girls cross country teams finished the regular season ranked No. 1 in CIF-SS Division 3, as the Dolphins look to defend their double CIF-SS championships beginning with the CIF-SS preliminaries on Friday, Nov. 10, at Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut.

If the Dolphins finish in the top five of each of their Division 3 heats, they will qualify for the CIF-SS Finals back at Mt. SAC on Nov. 18. The top seven teams from each CIF-SS Finals division qualify for the state meet at Woodward Park in Fresno on Nov. 25.

The Dana Hills boys easily won the South Coast League championship on Nov. 2, as reigning league, CIF-SS and State champion junior Evan Noonan set a 3-mile personal record of 13:39 at Irvine Regional Park. Senior Jayden Hernandez also clocked a 3-mile personal record in second place at 13:55.

Senior Garrett Woodruff finished in fourth at 14:25, sophomore Oliver Hunter finished sixth at 14:29, and senior Logan Harris finished eighth at 14:38.

The Dolphin girls finished fourth at the South Coast League Finals, with senior Quinci Lott leading the pack in fifth place at 17:07. Senior Cooper Murphy finished seventh at 17:21, and freshman Marlo Leigh Harris finished 13th at 18:06.

FOUR STUDENTATHLETES ANNOUNCE COLLEGE INTENTIONS ON FALL SIGNING DAY Dana Hills had four senior student-athletes sign their National Letters of Intent for their academic and athletic careers on Fall Signing Day on Wednesday, Nov. 8.

Grady Faris signed to play baseball at Cal State Fullerton, Maddy Culp signed to play soccer at Idaho State University, Taylor Hill signed to play soccer at Wesleyan University, and Jayden Hernandez signed to run cross country at the University of New Mexico.

All NCAA Division I and II sports except football can sign athletes for Fall Signing Day, including early period basketball signees from Nov. 8-15. Early football signing day is Dec. 20, with regular football signing day on Feb 7.

Regular basketball signing day is April 17. DP

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A FILM FESTIVAL FULL OF STOKE, GOOD VIBES

The Coast Film and Music Festival arrives this weekend, and from the surf to the snow, live music to environmental conversations, there’s something for everybody

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

N

ow in its fifth incarnation, the Coast Film and Music Festival comes to Laguna Beach this weekend.

With a full lineup of surf, snow and outdoor adventure films, a stacked roster of all-star speakers and plenty of other activities going on around the festival, the event is a good time that the whole family can enjoy.

“What started out as a dream has grown into an amazing week of celebrating film, music, art and community,” said Coast co-founder Enich Harris. “We’ve spent the last year combing through over 400 films to bring you 70 of the very best.”

The festival was scheduled to kick off on Wednesday evening, Nov. 8, with a special opening at the Hobie Surf Shop that included a book signing with Jeremy Jones, snowboard legend and founder of Protect Our Winters, and renowned naturalist and writer Obi Kaufmann.

Then, the event was expected to take on a life of its own when it arrived at the Festival of the Arts on Thursday, Nov. 9, and it was scheduled to run through Sunday, Nov. 12.

This year will see the addition of the Coast Summit to the program.

On Thursday, a host of world-class athletes, activists, environmentalists, and change-makers had committed to talk about issues facing the planet and the positive steps being taken to turn things around.

On the bill were big-wave hero Kai Lenny, Waves 4 Water founder Jon Rose, snowboard icons Jones and Kimmy Fasani, as well as skier Amie Engerbretson and climber Timmy O’Neill. The summit was followed by live music from Great North Special and the “Get Outside” film showcase.

And that was just Day 1.

Friday, Nov. 10, is dedicated to the sea and includes a packed schedule with all kinds of can’t-miss screenings.

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Mesa artist Matt Costa and the band Cayucas in the afternoon. Things get really interesting when the sun goes down, as the annual Follow the Light Surf Photography Awards in honor of late Dana Point photographer Larry “Flame” Moore get the night started.

Afterward, the Gudauskas brothers’ latest film, Sun Burn, will be screened, as will world champ John John Florence’s Advice To My Younger Self.

The program culminates with the premiere of Taylor Steele’s new film, Trilogy, starring San Clemente great Griffin Colapinto and Hawaii’s Seth Moniz.

Come the weekend, the Coast Film and Music Festival heads for the hills and trains its lens on the mountains and snow. Once again, there’s a block of short films and live music during the day.

Films being screened on Saturday night, Nov. 11, include Reflections, starring Jamie Anderson and Elena Height; Flying High Again with Jeremy Jones, Todd Jones and Mike Hatchet; and Legend Has It with Kia Jones.

GROM OF THE WEEK

MARLO LEIGH HARRIS

BY JAKE HOWARD

Last weekend, the first event of the 2023/24 U.S. Board Riders season went down at Church in fun, contestable 2- to 3-foot surf.

While it was powerhouse San Clemente Board Riders taking the win, big ups go to Dana Point Surf Club’s Marlo Leigh Harris, who earned MVP honors by helping her squad carve out a hard-fought, second-place finish.

Extremely dedicated to her craft, Harris is not just an integral member of the Dana Point Surf Club. She also competes on the surf team for Dana Hills High, as well as its cross country team.

But that’s just the half of it. Harris is an

The awards for the Follow the Light Surf Photography grant will take place at the Coast Film and Music Festival on Friday evening, Nov. 10. This photo, taken by finalist Nicolas Campagna, is among the final nominees.

Finally, come Sunday, the festival culminates with more short films, live music from Southern California reggae band Common Sense, and a very special screening of the film Nothing For Free. Directed by Dave Westerland, it is a fascinating deep dive into the crazy history of mountain bike free riding.

“I can’t tell you how excited I am,” said Harris. “It has been another year of hard work, but it is time to have fun and enjoy some awesome films.”

More information about the event and purchasing tickets is available at coastfilmfestival.com.

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. DP

SURF FORECAST Water Temperature: 64-65 Degrees F

Water Visibility: San Clemente: 3-5’ Catalina: 15-20’ Outlook: Smaller surf on Friday as the old swell continues to ease, for mainly thigh to waist high waves, (2-3’). Similar sizes over the weekend as a modest scale mix of NW and SSW swell moves in. Winds stay on the lighter side Friday through Sunday: Offshore early mornings, onshore for the afternoons

NSSA national champion, member of USA Surfing’s junior development team and competes in the Scholastic Surf Series. It’s amazing she has any free time to catch up on homework and hang with family, but, somehow, she manages to fit it all in.

A stylish regular-footer with a powerful rail game, Harris simply loves surfing and being at the beach—and obviously, it shows in the impressive results she’s amassed in a relatively short period of time.

The sky’s the limit for Harris, who is enjoying the support of Channel Islands Surfboards, the Rip Curl shop in her hometown of Dana Point, Clean Juice, Leus towels and Betty Belts.

We can’t wait to see how far she chases her dreams. DP If you have a candidate for Grom of the Week, we want to know. Send an email to jakehoward1@gmail.com.

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Marlo Leigh Harris.

Photo: Courtesy of Dana Point Surf Club

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