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Homes Sweet Homes 12th Annual Dana Point Historical Society Home Tour to Feature Monarch Bay Terrace Residences E Y E O N D P/ PAG E 4

Alice and Clay Thompson stand outside their Monarch Bay area home which will be one of seven featured in the 12th Annual Dana Point Historical Society Home Tour set for Sunday, October 2. Photo by Andrea Swayne

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Army Ranger from Dana Point Killed in Action

CUSD Approves Mandarin Chinese Immersion Program

Battle of the Paddle Stirs SUP Competition

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JunQies (junk- eez) This stylish eclectic shop located on 24662 Del Prado (southbound PCH) offers a tantalizing array of anything and everything! Specializing in costuming, theme parties, styling, funky finds, rare one-of-ones for a one of a kind look. Of course VINTAGE is out forte, But we offer a variety of womens and mens vintage, green, and new clothing, hats, and accessories Open daily 10-6 Sunday 11-5 Locally owned and operated

Looking for more than just a dinner out? At Brio Tuscany Grille dining is an experience. With a menu featuring delectable authentic Italian cuisine, one of the most impressive wine lists in town and nightly live entertainment, Brio has earned a devoted local following. And it’s no wonder that regulars return time and time again. Hospitality is a top priority for owner Enzo Scognamiglio and staff. “Our customers are like family,” he says.

JunQies, 24662 Del Prado, 1A, Dana Point, 949.496.4406, www.junqies.net

Brio Tuscany Grille, 34050 Camino Del Avion, Monarch Beach, 949.443.1476, www.briorestaurant.com

PCH Rides, located at 34105 PCH, is the first business of its kind in Dana Point. Founded by two Dana Hills Graduates, PCH Rides has the quality products and service that Dana Point deserves. Stop in and check out our scooters, beach cruisers, scoot coupes, electric bicycle sales and rentals, or just to see the historic photos on the walls documenting the history of Dana Point, CA.

Since when does recycling just have to be for trash?

Doheny Clothing Exchange is a local boutique that provides a new spin to the word “recycle.” The store oozes eco chic making gently used clothing cute, fun and appealing. It’s not a thrift store—expect to find current up-to-date clothing for fashionistas just like you. Trade your previous fashions and go shopping.

Save your green and be green doing it!

Buy-Sell-Trade.

PCH Rides, 34105 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.415.6724, www.pchrides.com

Doheny Clothing Exchange, 34276 Doheny Park Road, Capistrano Beach, 949.240.4800

Kenny’s music is a family owned business since 1993 with a full line of quality equipment. We offer professional teachers that work in the industry. Our service department is unsurpassed and our luthier is one of the finest in the industry. We offer a summer program with industry input and a real concert at the end.

Join us for Orange counties only open mic for young people. Call for information.

McCool Flowers is family owned and operated, serving Dana Point, and South Orange County area since 1995. We guarantee to deliver the best quality floral design, freshest flowers, and best service to our customers, with a friendly and knowledgeable staff dedicated to providing the ultimate flower buying experience. Our gorgeous wedding and event florals are posted weekly on Facebook and our Blog. See for yourself! You’ll be pleased that you chose McCool Flowers!

Kenny’s Music, 24731 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.661.3984

McCool Flowers, 32585 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.488.7988 www.mccoolflowers.com

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City and Business Calendar Saturday, October 1 VFW Patriot’s Day Marine Car Wash 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dana Point VFW Post 9934 is sponsoring the MAG 39 Camp Pendleton Patriot’s Day Marine Car Wash at the South Shores Church parking lot, 32712 Crown Valley Parkway. While the Marines wash your car, browse among booths and police and fire vehicle displays. The Sheriff’s Department will be providing free Kid Print child identification services.

Complimentary coffee, fruits, cookies, pastries and barbequed hamburgers, hot dogs and bratwurst will be served.

Donations only please.

Headlands Walking Tour 9 a.m.noon. The Nature Interpretive Center, 34558 Scenic Drive, is hosting a docent-led tour of the Dana Point Preserve, Hilltop Park and Harbor Point Park. Tour is limited to 10 people.

Advanced registration is required. The tour group meets in the porch area of the center and the tour begins at 9 a.m. Participants should bring their own water and wear comfortable shoes for the 1.5-mile trail walk. For more information call 949.542.4755.

Craft Fair and Farmers Market 9 a.m.-3 p.m. La Plaza Park, 34111 La Plaza Street. On the first

Saturday of each month the Dana Point Farmers Market hours are extended to 3 p.m. to include a craft fair. Admission is free. For more information or to inquire about purchasing a booth for $25, please call 949.573.5033 or 951.271.0669 or see www.danapoint. org. Crafters may rent multiple booths.

Tuesday, October 4 Story Time at the Library 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays through October 25 the library will host free story time for toddlers and preschoolers, 33841 Niguel Road, 949.496.5517, www.ocgov.com/ocgov

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…Soldier from Dana Point Killed in Action?

THE LATEST: An Army ranger from Dana Point died in the Wardak province of Afghanistan while supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

Sgt. Tyler N. Holtz, 22, died on September 24 of injuries inflicted by “direct fire from enemy forces during a heavy firefight while conducting combat operations,” says the report issued by U.S. Army Special Operations Command Public Affairs.

Holtz enlisted in October of 2007 and served as a rifleman and Ranger Team Leader for more than three years. This was his fourth deployment to Afghanistan.

Holtz was based out of Joint Base LewisMcChord just outside of Tacoma, Wash. He was a member of the 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment.

The Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Purple Heart and Joint Service Achievement Medals were awarded to Holtz posthumously.

Holtz attended Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana. Holtz is survived by his father Andrew Holtz of Capistrano Beach, mother Karen Holtz and three brothers, Luke, Hayden and Michael—all of Dana Point.

WHAT’S NEXT: According to Maj. Brian DeSantis, Regimental Public Affairs Officer 75th Ranger Regiment, as of September 29 the family had not set dates or times for services.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.danapointtimes. com for more about Holtz’ accomplishments. —Andrea Swayne

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…Mandarin Immersion?

THE LATEST: Capistrano Unified School District trustees on Monday approved a ManDana Point Times September 30–October 6, 2011

WHAT’S NEXT: The vote called for the committee to include polystyrene foam, along with plastic bags, and return a draft ordinance by the December 12 City Council meeting and directed staff to begin an environmental review process immediately.

“By demanding a draft resolution by December 12 of this year, the City Council stepped up to our responsibility to the ocean and marine wildlife and renewed Dana Point’s position as a world-class steward of our ecosystem here on this coast,” said Ross Teasley, Dana Point Earth/ Ocean Society board member.

darin Chinese immersion program, the first in an Orange County public school system and one of about 80 nationwide.

“A challenging economic environment is no excuse for not being able to offer new and innovative educational programs requested by our community,” Board Clerk John M. Alpay said in a statement. “There is intense demand for this language, and in an era of school choice and competition, our ability to offer this program to our families reaffirms this District’s status as an innovative provider of quality education.”

Alpay, a corporate attorney who represents San Clemente, suggested and pushed for the program.

FIND OUT MORE: Read more at www. danapoint.org. —AS

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WHAT’S NEXT: The school site to house the program has not been identified. The program should be in place by the 20122013 school year.

FIND OUT MORE: See more information at www.danapointtimes.com —Jonathan Volzke

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…a Plastic Bag and Polystyrene Ban?

THE LATEST: Dana Point City Council on September 26 considered a proposal to ban single use plastic bags in the city.

Councilman Steven Weinberg said the city’s 2009 resolution implementing a voluntary reduction of polystyrene foam and plastic bags at city business and events isn’t working. “This merry-go-round has got to stop. If you want something done you have to pass an ordinance against it,” he said.

Council voted 4-1—Councilman Bill Brough opposed—to hand the matter off to Dana Point Destiny, an ad hoc committee charged with stimulating the local economy and helping to establish the city as a destination.

…Medical Marijuana Lawsuits?

THE LATEST: City Attorney Patrick Munoz on September 26 reported that two cases—Holistic Health vs. The City of Dana Point and Beach Cities Collective vs. The City of Dana Point—brought against the city by medical marijuana dispensaries now red-tagged and closed for operating in violation of state building code have been dismissed.

The dispensaries sued the city, City Council and staff seeking a combined $50 million.

Both cases were brought before the court in the last few weeks and the judge ruled against both but allowed the dispensaries to amend their complaints.

Michael Obrand attorney for Holistic Health declined to comment.

Beach Cities could not be reached for comment.

WHAT’S NEXT: “Beach Cities declined to amend their complaint and has filed a dismissal,” said Munoz.

Holistic Health neither filed an amendment nor a dismissal and the time limit to

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do so has now passed, he said.

FIND OUT MORE: www.occourts.org —AS

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…the Search for a Parolee?

THE LATEST: A September 26 raid of a Calle Real home on the San Clemente/Dana Point border turned up empty despite an hours-long standoff by Orange County Sheriff’s deputies.

The incident began unfolding at about 9:15 a.m. when a parole agent asked deputies for help in finding a man whom they feared had access to weapons and had holed himself up inside his residence.

Initially, deputies found a vehicle owned by the parolee near his residence, but it was being driven by the man’s landlord.

Deputies made several unsuccessful attempts to contact the man, sheriff’s officials said.

Shortly after 2:30 p.m., the SWAT team and Orange County Mobile Command Center arrived on scene.

A sheriff’s department helicopter buzzed the area where Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano meet for hours in search of the man who, according to Sheriff’s spokesman Jim Amormino, was originally arrested for domestic-violence.

The sheriff’s department went to court to secure a search warrant for the home and the SWAT team entered the house around 4 p.m. only to find it empty, said Orange County Sheriff’s spokesman Lt. Steve Doan. “Evidently, he fled the scene before deputies arrived, and the search continues,” he said.

Authorities did not identify the man whose residence is in the 3900 block of Calle Real.

WHAT’S NEXT: “The search continues,” said Doan.

FIND OUT MORE: www.ocsd.org —AS www.danapointtimes.com

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Homes Sweet Homes 12th Annual Dana Point Historical Society Home Tour to Feature Monarch Bay Terrace Residences

By Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

vignettes that draw the eye and engage the imagination.

Each room offers something to appreciate from every angle. reathtaking design and awe inspiring This house is a jewel—the colors, the views await attendees of the Dana art, the views,” said Historical Society Point Historical Society’s 12th Annual Vice President and Home Tour commitHome Tour set for Sunday, October 2 from tee member Barbara Johannes. “I love 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. high atop the hills of the the way personal collections and antiques Monarch Bay area of Dana Point. are integrated.”

One of the homes on this year’s tour is Look up and you’ll see coffered ceilthat of Alice and Clay Thompson. ings in all the rooms—each with a differThe Thompsons, Canadians who just ent flavor and some with lighting—meant became American citizens last year, were to enhance the look of each space. Also inspired by the beauty of Dana Point to find above eye level hangs a Schoenbeck a home with a stunning Pacific Ocean view crystal and bronze chandelier. and make it their own.

Under foot, the home boasts pristine They first came to the area when Clay mahogany flooring and Chinese and was transferred here for work and bought Persian silk carpets. a home in the Monarch Bay Terrace area But the walls and furniture in between in 2000. The location was just what they are what really tells the tale of the globe were looking for but the structure lacked trotting Thompsons. Masterpiece paintcharacter, didn’t take full advantage of the ings and artifacts from Africa, China, Rusviews and really didn’t feel like home. They sia, Thailand, Cyprus, Indonesia, Nepal began planning for a renovation but when and more tell the story of a life of travel the cost of what they wanted to accomplish and adventure and form and interesting eclipsed the expense of tearing down and and eclectic feast for the eyes. starting fresh, they decided to embark on a The landscaping becomes part of the complete rebuild with the help of Capistdécor through the views afforded by the rano Beach-based architect Stan Schrofer. large windows and glass doors through“We wanted something that would fit out. Plantings designed by Cristin into the Southern California look, but with Fresano and maintained by Susan Kling’s Mediterranean style,” said Alice. “Stan Garden Concepts, Inc. enhance the out(Schrofer) and designer Beverly Stadler of door water features and blend with the Design Focus worked closely together to grand entry gate and uniquely designed give us the comfortable home we wanted. tile roof.

We wanted the home “Random grouting in geared toward having “I have personally the old world style clay tile comfortable spaces for enjoyed seeing the roof gives the home a sort accommodating visiting homes on the tour of rural Provençal feel,” family and friends.”

Another requirement each year, particularly said architect Schrofer.

The kitchen is a chef’s of the Thompsons was while we were in the dream with professional that the home be able to grade appliances a large beautifully integrate their process of building center island and beautiart collection—amassed this one. I felt like it fully glazed traditional during a decade of world was our turn.” cabinetry, some with glass traveling while Clay fronts. worked as Senior Vice —Alice Thompson While touring the President of Fluor Corpohome, one can’t help but be drawn to ration—as well as allow them to preserve pause and gaze on at least a half dozen memories and family heirlooms from their eye catching sites in each room. Whether Calgary home. it be the almost photographic portrait Dana Point resident Bruce Bett of Bett painting at the end of a hallway titled, “A Construction completed construction of Moment” by Chinese artist Dong Wen the Thompson home just in time for ChristJie (or Angel, her English name), an mas in 2003. intricately woven African basket or the “We loved it and decided to make it our view of the coast from the many large retirement home,” said Clay, who although windows, it’s not hard to appreciate the now retired from Fluor is still working as home’s unique beauty. a consultant in the oil and petrochemical When asked why they chose to open industry. Alice is a retired school teacher their home for this year’s tour, both Clay and both agree this home is where they and Alice pointed to the fact that they intend to stay. were happy to lend support to the HistoriA substantial mahogany entry door with cal Society and its mission of preserving glass etched in a gardenia design opens Dana Point history. into a home filled with an inspired mix of Clay—who serves as the Architectural art and architecture, form and function and

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Alice and Clay Thompson enjoy their beautifully furnished morning room with their dog Josie.

Photo by Andrea Swayne

Chair on the Monarch Bay Terrace home owner’s association—said he has an interest in looking at examples of great architecture as well as an interest in supporting the Historical Society.

Alice agreed. “I have personally enjoyed seeing the homes on the tour each year, particularly while we were in the process of building this one,” said Alice.

“I felt like it was our turn. We trust that the volunteer docents will ensure that visitors tread lightly here and at all the homes on the tour, so we can enjoy sharing what we have created.”

The Thompson house is one of seven homes that will be featured on the selfguided tour, each possessing its own unique style and reflecting the varied personalities and interests of the families residing in them.

Architecture and design won’t be the sole attraction of the day. The shimmering gloss of paint and sparkling chrome will also be offered for perusal at the classic car show being held in conjunction with the Home Tour.

The Home Tour is the Historical Society’s largest fundraising event of the year—attracting 500 to 800 visitors—and proceeds go toward their mission of recording the history of Dana Point and preserving the city’s historical structures, documents, stories and photos.

Along with support from the public over the years, the Home Tour has attracted a loyal group of sponsors. Among them, is founding sponsor, Dan Raphael of Coldwell Banker in Capistrano Beach who put up the seed money that started

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this tradition 12 years ago.

“Over the years I have had a successful real estate career in the Dana Point/Capo Beach community and at Home Tour’s inception I saw it as an opportunity to give back to the community in some small way.

I continue to support it despite the decline in the real estate market because I think it is a great program.”

From historical homes to Ritz Cove mansions to mid-century housing, Raphael says that one of the great things about the annual tour has been the ability of the Historical Society to include a wide variety of home styles.

“The diversity and innovative ideas the Historical Society comes up with each year is commendable,” said Raphael. “Ideas like the addition of a classic car show in the last few years really keep the home tour fresh and offer a little something for everyone.”

Registration and ticket sales, as well as the car show, will be set up in the upper west parking lot of Monarch Bay Plaza (near the medical buildings) at the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Crown Valley Parkway.

Tickets cost $30 ($25 for Society members) if purchased in advance and $35 if purchased Coffee will be served at registration and refreshments at one of the homes on the tour.

For more information, visit www.danapointhistorical.org or call 949.248.8121.

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News Next Door

What’s going on in our neighboring towns, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano SAN CLEMENTE

Driftwood with Flag Moving to Higher Ground The driftwood that has flown the American flag since shortly after 9/11 will soon get a safer beachfront location.

Recent surf conditions caused the landmark to shift north from its spot near Poche Beach and make it susceptible to washing out to sea.

San Clemente resident Joe Wilson, who placed flowers near it on September 11, said he wanted to preserve the driftwood by organizing a group to move the dried log, which weighs an estimated 750 to 1,000 pounds. He contacted Mayor Lori Donchak, and she put him in touch with the Palm Beach Park Association, which owns the beachfront where the driftwood lies.

Lynda Cline, manager of the 126-unit Palm Beach Park Association, said members were too old to move the driftwood, but welcomed the idea. They set aside a spot—on higher ground—of their 2-acre beach.

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“Everybody who’s been around San Clemente knows about it,” she said. “It will be good to have it in a safe place.”

Wilson hopes to recruit about 50 people to move the driftwood 40 feet inland or give moral support. He also hopes to secure 3/4-inch plywood to help slide the hulking object. The move is set for 11:30 a.m. on October 13. To volunteer, email wilsonclan@ cox.net. —Stacie N. Galang

Target Opens October 5 The much-anticipated opening of Target is slated for October 5. The store will feature a grocery section that includes fresh produce, meats and baked goods. The 142,206-sqaure-foot Vista Hermosa store will have a Target Café, Starbucks, Pizza Hut Express and pharmacy.

The Minneapolis-based chain expected to employ 200 workers in the San Clemente store and generate $300,000 in sales tax revenue to the city. The store opens Wednesday, October 5 with the official grand opening on Sunday, October 9.—SNG

Hundreds Attend SONGS Town Hall Meeting The City Council and about 200 people packed the Community Center Tuesday night to discuss the Lessons Learned from Fukushima with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, officials at San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station and the Interjurisdictional Planning Committee.

The nearly six-hour meeting included outbursts from disgruntled audience members who railed against the question-and-answer format and the fact that the six panelists did not face them.

The commission believes nuclear power plants in the United States do not pose an eminent risk, said Elmo E. Collins, Jr. the administrator of the NRC’s Region IV office in Texas. The NRC’s Greg Warnick, the senior resident inspector at SONGS, also attended.

SONGS Chief Nuclear Officer Peter Dietrich assured the audience the power plant was safe, offering a litany of statis-

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tics about its construction and sturdiness in an earthquake and tsunami. The IPC’s Sara Kaminske addressed emergency evacuation plans.

The town hall meeting resumes October 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Center with other speakers. —SNG SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

San Juan Hills Stadium Contract Awarded The Capistrano Unified School District Trustees on Monday night awarded Ohno Construction Company the bid to complete construction of the San Juan Hills High School stadium. Ohno Construction, based in Fontana, bid $1.64 million for the project.

The stadium is expected to be completed in June 2012 after the scope of the project was expanded to include renovations to the school’s practice softball field and changes to portions of the shot put area. Work is underway on the school’s swimming pool, which is scheduled to open in early 2012.

—Jonathan Volzke

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DP Sheriff’s Blotter Compiled By Jonathan Volzke All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department website. The calls represent what was told to the deputy in the field by the radio dispatcher. The true nature of an incident often differs from what is initially reported. No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided. An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site.

Tuesday, September 27 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Manzanita Drive/Crystal Lantern (1:32 a.m.) Somebody was yelling and pounding on something, the caller reported.

Monday, September 26 DISTURBANCE Silver Lantern, 33800 Block (10 p.m.)

A woman reported her husband was recently arrested for allegedly assaulting her, and now his family members are harassing

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her. They pushed their way into her home, she said, and served a “move out” notice, although several such notices had already been served.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Calle Maria, 26800 Block (9:26 p.m.)

A man out of town called his home to check his messages—and thought someone picked up. When he tried to call again, the phone wouldn’t ring.

BURGLARY ARREST Calle Ramona, 34700 Block (8:38 p.m.)

A resident reported two people tried to break into his neighbor’s house. A man chased them toward the park. One man was taken into custody. A resident had seen the two men walking in dark clothing and carrying a flashlight. They ran when he spotted them.

DISTURBANCE Doheny Park Road, 34000 Block (5: 30 p.m.) A 76-year-old woman got into a fight with her 45-year-old daughter. The older woman got a cut lip and a bruised arm.

The younger woman, who said she was unemployed, was taken into custody on $10,000 bail.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Via Verde, 34500 Block (1:55 p.m.) A man wearing sunglasses was pushing a baby

stroller, but there was no baby. The caller thought it was suspicious.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Quail Run/Del Obispo Street (8:36 a.m.)

A man parked his car in the neighborhood for four hours, just sitting there.

CITIZEN ASSIST Amber Lantern, 34000 Block (8:31 a.m.)

A caller reported their car had been in the repair shop since last November, but the shop owner wasn’t giving out any information about what happened.

CITIZEN ASSIST La Cresta Drive, 24600 Block (7:28 a.m.)

A resident complained a neighbor was being rude to her over a barking dog.

HIT AND RUN Stonehill Drive/Del Obispo Street (1:46 a.m.) A caller saw a black Ford truck hit another vehicle and take off. The caller, who said his mirror was clipped on the freeway, followed the truck.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Camino Capistrano, 34700 Block (7:14 p.m.) A man and woman, who live together, got into an argument and physical fight. Both had been drinking. No arrests were made.

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Sunday, September 25 DRUNK DRIVING Camino de Estrella/Calle Verano (4:34 p.m.)

A woman inside a liquor store appeared to be drunk, then climbed into her Chevy Tahoe. A 38-year-old woman was arrested.

CITIZEN ASSIST Dana Point Harbor Drive/Golden Lantern (4:07 p.m.) A man loaned a friend his car, but his friend wouldn’t return his telephone calls. So the man drove to his friend’s work, where he saw his car in the parking lot. It appeared to have been in an accident.

CITIZEN ASSIST Doheny Park Road, 34000 Block (3:03 p.m.)

A resident called about the theft of “private pictures” off of a cell phone.

DISTURBANCE Pacific Coast Highway, 34200 Block (2:49 a.m.) A caller reported two men were harassing them and blocking them from leaving a drive-through restaurant. Both men were in tuxedos.

DISTURBANCE Pacific Coast Highway, 34000 Block (1:31 am.) A cabbie reported a man broke out the window of his cab in a parking lot. The call was related to Fire Authority call to treat a man with facial lacerations nearby.

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GUEST OPINION: By Chad Nelsen, Surfrider Foundation South Orange County Chapter

No Compromise in Sight T his is the South Orange County Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation’s response to the September 23, Dana Point Times front-page article entitled, “Closing in on Compromise,” which reports on the illegal gates and hours at the mid- and central-Strands beach access.

While we appreciate that the Dana Point Times cited our recent statement regarding the City of Dana Point’s refusal to respond to the San Diego Superior Court ruling, we feel the article was one sided and provided the city’s staff attorney Patrick Munoz the opportunity to make a number of unsubstantiated claims without adequate response.

For example, Mr. Munoz claims that drawings incorporated with the original Commission approvals depict gates. He knows full well that conceptual drawings are not tantamount to permit approval.

Further, the permit language in the Local Coastal Plan (LCP) amendment that allowed for the development of the Strands development is very explicit in its requirements for un-gated public beach access and states that any limitation of hours would require a Coastal Development Permit from the California Coastal Commission.

When the city and Headlands LLC sued the Coastal Commission to try to avoid the legal requirements of the development permit, the Commission’s responding legal brief responded by pointing to the Administrative Record of the LCP hearing states: “…any limitation on the time of use of public beaches and parks shall be subject to a coastal development permit… The Commission only allowed gates in the Strand areas to restrict public vehicular access so long as pedestrian and bicycle access through the residential development to the beach remains unimpeded… a direct connection is provided between the mid-point of the beach parking lot and the Central Strand.”

It could not be more clear what is required.

Further, the very reason the city attempted to pass an emergency nuisance ordinance was to evade these requirements—requirements they are now claiming don’t exist. It should be noted that this emergency nuisance ordinance was summarily rejected by the San Diego Superior Court.

The other claims made by Mr. Munoz about nuisance and the potential for

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additional costs for sheriffs were the subject of the court hearing and those claims were deemed “entirely lacking in evidentiary support” and “based on pure speculation” by the San Diego Superior Court, yet Mr. Munoz continues repeat to these unsubstantiated claims.

Last, Mr. Munoz is quoted in the article claiming the city is now willing to seek compromise, however no such communication has been made to Surfrider Foundation, nor to the Coastal Commission as far as we know. The article implies that the city is moving towards compromise yet there is no evidence to support that to date. On the contrary, the city is currently appealing the San Diego Superior Court decision and shows absolutely no signs of complying with the law.

I hope Mr. Munoz actually means the city is willing to address their violation of the Coastal Act that is denying the required access to Strands Beach and isn’t just saying that to buy political cover for the city’s unpopular stance with the public.

In less than one month our chapter has collected over 3,000 signatures from locals, young and old, who are being restricted of their rights to the midStrands beach access and imploring

ONLINE POLL What do you think should be done with the central- and mid-Strand gates at Strand Vista Park?

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the City of Dana Point to do their job and represent the people, not a developer who has made multiple attempts to avoid providing beach access through his exclusive development.

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Letters to the Editor SERIOUSLY FOLKS? LYNN TAYLOR, Dana Point

When I read the Dana Point Times’ recent article on Strand Beach access, all I could think was, “You’ve got to be joking.” I’ve lived in Dana Point for six years and those trails and parks are the best thing that ever happened to Dana Point.

It can’t be overstated that there are four trail heads to the Strand. Two absolutely beautiful paths that bookend Strand Beach have no gates and hours that Dana Point Times September 30–October 6, 2011

correspond to the hours the beach is open—5 a.m. to midnight. The two gated pathways in question, those that go through housing community, are only closed at night.

I seriously don’t understand what the problem is. Leaving the gates open all night seems like a magnet for trouble. If anyone’s to blame for wasting taxpayer dollars, it’s the Surfrider Foundation for shamefully bringing a lawsuit against the city for a problem that just doesn’t exist.

I shudder to think about whose neighbor

is next on the Surfrider Foundation’s hit list—Niguel Shores, Monarch Bay, Ritz Cove?

KUDOS TO CITY FOR PROTECTING SECURITY KAREN PERKOWSKI, Dana Point

Many thanks to the City Council for standing firm and maintaining the safety and security of the Strand at Headlands neighborhood and the general public. Although I don’t live at the Strand, I have emPage 8

pathy for the residents and understand their concern at wanting limited late-night access to their neighborhood. All it takes is a readthrough of the Dana Point Times police log to know that we don’t live in “Mayberry.” Crime in our little town is part of our “new normal.” Unsupervised late-night beach access through a residential neighborhood seems like an unnecessary recipe for disaster. What is even more troubling is the possibility that any gated neighborhood that is adjacent to public property could be targeted for public access easements. The Coastal Commission’s www.danapointtimes.com

SOAPBOX demand to remove the Strand Beach midtrail gates 24/7 is unreasonable and is a slippery slope that puts the public at risk.

WHIle you’re at it...

Anthony Finizza, Dana Point

I have lived in Dana Point for the last 18 years and quite honestly, I don’t think that the Surfrider Foundation has gone far enough in its effort to gain full, 24-hour-aday access through the residential neighborhood at Strand Beach. I think the public should demand full, unimpeded access to the private homes in the neighborhood, too.

Here’s why. There are only three public restrooms at the north and south beach access trails—the two trails that are open 24/7.

This is clearly not very convenient for those of us who enjoy accessing Strand Beach through the trails that go through residential neighborhood. I mean the restrooms are at least 100 feet from these mid-Strand trails.

I propose that the city gives us unimpeded access to the private homes and their bathrooms. It’s only fair, right?

P.S. unlike the guy pictured in the article, (Closing in on Compromise, DP Times, September 23, 2011) I’d be willing to wear flip-flops and a shirt when I access the private homes.

A Hidden Gem Helen Chade Mahshi, Dana Point

Dana Point Times September 30–October 6, 2011

Last year, I transferred my third-grade daughter from public school to Capo Beach Christian School. I have been immensely pleased with the choice. This private school is a gem hidden from many parents’ eyes. Before we made the decision, I asked if we could observe the class in action. We arrived the day after Valentine’s Day, and my daughter’s future classmates had already welcomed her with a box of Valentine’s in her name.

Mrs. Becky Casey, third grade teacher, skillfully presented the math lesson in a humorous style that was impressive. Difficult concepts were presented in an easy to understand style. Her loving personality was typical of the whole school. Staff, teacher’s aides and volunteers all greet you with so much warmth and love, one feels immediately welcome. The kindness emanated is as real and warm as the hot, desert sun. My daughter felt at home immediately.

Class sizes are small, and academic standards are rigorous. So rigorous, that when my third-grader showed her schoolwork to her friends and former classmates, they screamed, “Hey, that’s fourth grade work.”

Passersby can drive by this school without even realizing it’s there. Although a large banner announcing the school graces the fences around the facility; classes are held inside Calvary Chapel grounds.

The teachers know their students well,

Members of the Earth/Ocean Society and Mayor Scott Schoeffel present Coffee Importers owner Jim Miller with their inaugural Green Business Award at the September 26 Dana Point City Council meeting. Photo by Andrea Swayne

and each student is challenged to the best of his or her ability. Music, drama, Spanish and Bible are taught along with the normal curriculum. Student’s needs are taken seriously, and every effort is made to meet them. Parents, if you’re looking for a new school for your K-8 child, call Principal Gloria Weinberg at Capo Beach Christian School. When you drive by this school, don’t be fooled by the humble surroundings. A treasure is hidden inside. You can check them out online at www.capobeachchristianschool.org.

Jim Miller Deserving of Award Bob Fairbanks, Dana Point

When the Dana Point Earth/Ocean Society decided to honor local businesses that have gone out of their way to help keep our city green, it was very easy for us to choose

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Jim Miller as our inaugural recipient of the Green Business Award we presented to him at the September 26 City Council meeting.

Over the years at his Coffee Importers and Scoop Deck, Jim has done so much and at substantial expense to convert his coffee cups and other items from plastic to biodegradable containers.

Too many bits of plastic and polystyrene foam find their way into our streets, eventually polluting our beaches and endangering the fish, the dolphins, the whales, the sea lions and other wildlife inhabiting the ocean as well as all the birds above.

We are very proud to start off with Jim— our first Green Business Award winner.

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GETTING OUT

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

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

friday

DAVINE FOOD & WINE’S GRAND OPENING/ RIBBON CUTTING 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Grand opening with live music lots of food, wine, fun and more.

34673 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.493.4044, www.davine-wine.com.

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FRITZ WINE TASTING Welcoming Clay Fritz, Owner/ Winemaker from 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. $15 for seven wines with cheese, crackers and chocolate. San Clemente Wine Company, 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

THE RYZING NICK TERRAFRANCA 8 p.m. Live music at Wind & Sea. 34699 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.6500, www.windandsearestaurants.com.

INTERACTIVE COOKING CLASS 6 p.m.-8 p.m. “Mama Mia Pizza Grill Nite & S’more” cooking class at Goin Native. Cost $55 each, includes cooking class, 5-course meal, and take home recipes. 31661 Los Rios St., 949.606.6386, San Juan Capistrano, www.goinnative.net.

saturday

SJC RIDGE TRAIL 5K & 10K RUN 7:30 a.m. Participate in a 5k or 10k trail run race through San Juan Capistrano; there’s also a 9:30 a.m. mountain bike poker ride. Event start: Trail head at east end of Camino Las Ramblas (off I-5). More info: www.sanjuantrailrun.org.

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‘Drive’ is One Thrill After Another The amount of romanticism, retro homages, all-star actors and just sheer action makes Drive possibly the best film of 2011.

Danish filmmaker Nicolas Winding Refn collaborates with Ryan Gosling who plays a nameless and friendless protagonist. He works at a repair shop, performs Hollywood stunt work and moonlights as a wheelman for criminals.

Irene and her son Benicio (Carey Mulligan and Kaden Leos) move in next door and kindle a friendship with the driver. When her husband Standard (Oscar Isaac) returns from prison and refuses to take a job, the driver does it as a favor Courtesy of FilmDistrict and Bold Films and OddLot Entertainment for Irene and Benicio.

Bryan Cranston, Ron Perlman, Albert Brooks, Christina Hendricks and Russ Tamblyn fill out the stellar cast playing opposite to type. Based on the James Sallis’ book and adapted by Hossein Amini, Drive is brilliant in no small part for Refn and Gosling. With Refn’s reputation for graphic violence in Pusher (1996), choice of ‘80s inspired soundtrack and exclusive L.A. filming, viewers feel as though they’re set somewhere amid Bullitt (1968), Risky Business (1983) and Pulp Fiction (1994) and have a blast throughout the whole ride. Gosling’s charisma and good looks lend themselves to his rough and dangerous hero, reminiscent of Steve McQueen. Though violent and crude at some points, Drive remains entertaining and breathtaking from start to finish. DP — Megan Bianco

EDITOR’S PICK: RELAY FOR LIFE DANA POINT From 10 a.m. Saturday to 10 a.m. Sunday, nearly 200 Dana Point residents, including 25 cancer survivors and a total of 18 teams will host the sixth annual Relay for Life of Dana Point at Lantern Bay Park, 25111 Park Lantern Road. The 24-hour event kicks off with an opening ceremony and a cancer survivor opening lap followed by live music, entertainment and a dunk tank. A luminaria ceremony honoring survivors and remembering those who lost their lives to cancer will be held at 9 p.m. The public is invited to join for all or part of the event. For more information call 949.370.2697 or see www.relayforlife.org/danapointca.

sunday

BLUE WHALE BONANZA Capt Dave’s Safari has daily departures for whale and dolphin watching. $55 adults, $35 children, 2 and younger free. 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.488.2828, www.dolphinsafari.com.

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KIDS’ FISHING 12 p.m. Free fishing clinic followed by a half-day fishing trip hosted by Dana Wharf. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

UKULELE NIGHT 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Fun, weekly, free event at Hulaville. 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com.

MARINE WILDLIFE CRUISE 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Cruise offered by The Ocean Institute to explore marine mammals and more. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

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MONDAY NIGHT LAUGHS 9 p.m.-11 p.m. Live standup comedy at Hennessey’s Tavern. 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121, www.hennesseystavern.com.

FAREWELL TO THE SWALLOW’S 6 p.m.-10 p.m. The 15th annual Vintage Food & Wine Festival at Mission San Juan Capistrano with dancing to live music, wine tasting, food from local restaurants, casino games, silent auction and more. $50. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.4700, www.thevintagesjc.com.

COUNTRY DANCIN’ WITH DJ BUBBA 6:30 p.m.

Every Monday at Swallow’s Inn. 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com.

DUO TONES 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Concert at Hulaville.

Cost: $6. Call for reservations. 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com.

SMOKEY KARAOKE 8 p.m. Sing fearlessly at BeachFire and enjoy Mojito Monday. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

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tuesday

SALUTE TO HOLLYWOOD: FROM SILENT MOVIES TO THE GOLDEN AGE 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Casa Romantica’s exhibit exploring the early years of film-making featuring iconic costumes, photos and movie artifacts. On display through Oct. 23. Admission $5. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

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POUL PEDERSEN 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Live acoustic music at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

wednesday

IVA LEE’S INDUSTRY NIGHT AND LIVE MUSIC 5 p.m.– 11 p.m. Special industry night event at Iva Lee’s with a late-night happy hour food and drink specials, live music with The Eli Champan Band and more. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com.

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KIDS STORYTIME AT THE CASA 10 a.m. Casa Romantica hosts storytime for youngsters ages 3-5; free.

415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

thursday

SC VILLAS OKTOBERFEST PARTY 5 p.m.-7 p.m. San Clemente Villas by the Sea invites area residents to a gala Oktoberfest celebration with live music, food, dance, refreshments, and more. Prizes go to those wearing the best Lederhosen-type or related “German” costumes. The event serves as the Chamber of Commerce’s October Monthly Mixer.

660 Camino De Los Mares, San Clemente, 949.489.3400, www.sanclementevillas.com.

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PLAIN WHITE T’S 8 p.m. Concert at The Coach House also with The Summer Set, The Downtown Fiction, Allison Park. Tickets $25-$28. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com. *For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.danapointtimes.com.

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by Myles Mellor Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9X9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3X3 squares. To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium Last week’s solution:

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ONCE UPON THIS COAST: By Doris I. Walker

‘Trek to the Past’ Will Tour Drum Barracks and Banning Museums

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his year marks the sesquicentennial of the 1861 start of America’s Civil War. While most of its action was in the Southeast, California did play a significant role. In fact, 17,000 residents of this 11-yearold “free state” served with Union forces in the east and here. There were even bases established here to house and train them, though only one remains in Southern California.

The Drum Barracks in Wilmington holds a fascinating collection of historical artifacts (even a Gatling gun) in its current role as a public museum. The two-story Greek Revival building has been designated a Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument, a California Historic Landmark and is listed on the National RegONCE UPON THIS COAST ister of Historic Places.

By Doris I. Walker It has been operated as a nonprofit Civil War museum since 1987.

This landmark—and the nearby Banning Residence Museum—will be toured by a group of history-minded local citizens on Thursday, November 10, on a field trip arranged by the Dana Point Historical Society.

The public is invited.

By the time the Civil War broke out, Los Angeles had become the home of many migrant families from the South. There was even a public activist movement by wouldbe secessionists here. Los Angeles itself had been lost to the United States during the Mexican War of the 1840s, then had to be re-won by the Americans. Fear arose in the 1860s that such a revolt might again unseat California’s government.

Easterner Phineas Banning had already made his fortune on this coast in transportation and trade. He is known as the founder of Wilmington and father of the Port of Los Angeles. As fighting began in the East, he Dana Point Times September 30–October 6, 2011

Photo courtesy of Drum Barracks Civil War Museum

sent a letter to President Abraham Lincoln, predicting that the Union could lose California unless the pro-Confederacy movement was squelched.

So Banning and Los Angeles’ first mayor, Benjamin Davis Wilson, donated 60 acres in Wilmington (well, they charged the government one dollar an acre) on which to create a Union military garrison. By 1863 19 buildings had been constructed on the site. It was named for then Assistant Adjutant General of the U.S. Army’s Department of the Pacific. Col. Richard Drum was stationed in San Francisco and apparently never saw the Drum Barracks, which was commanded by Col. James Carleton.

So this base became headquarters for the Army’s District of Southern California, housing as many as 7,000 soldiers. Soon this installation was challenged by its neighbor—the Arizona Territory, parts of which were already taken for the Confederacy. Col. Carlton was ordered to organize a march by 2,350 cavalry soldiers of “the California Column,” from Camp Drum to Arizona, accompanied by two mules carrying mountain howitzers.

They fought the Battle of Picacho Pass,

which became the farthest west battle of the Civil War. The ‘Bluecoats’ were waiting in ambush, firing as the Californians entered that narrow rocky pass. Combat continued for hours—a fight for survival by two isolated, under-supplied groups of young men. It was more of a skirmish than a battle, but the Union went on to win Tucson and take the territory.

On another front, there were threats that Confederate sympathizers would commission privateers to sink ships carrying gold and silver from western mines, sailing it down the coast and around Cape Horn to fund the Union cause. So Camp Drum’s Infantry occupied Catalina Island to prevent it from becoming a Confederate anchorage. Their barracks at Two Harbors on the island are now home of the Isthmus Yacht Club. On the mainland, Camp Drum troops also quelled Confederate support by keeping the Confederates from utilizing the site of the rudimentary harbor at Los Angeles.

After the Civil War ended, Camp Drum was active in the Indian Wars of the west.

Then, by 1870, it had been deactivated, with remaining troops sent to Fort Yuma, Arizona. The U.S. government auctioned

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off the Drum buildings and returned the land to Banning and Wilson. However, Banning bought five of the structures, one of which is today the 16-room landmark museum. It had been the junior officers’ barracks. The museum rooms have been outfitted as single and married troop bedrooms, a parlor, an armory, a model room and a gift shop. There is also a revolving display.

Those wishing to join this ‘trek to the past’ can contact the Dana Point Historical Society at 949.248.8121. Each reservation can be held with a check for $50, which includes round-trip bus fare, entry donations to both Drum Barracks and Banning Mansion Museums, and a hearty box lunch to be served picnic style in Banning Park. In case of rain, the picnic will take place in the bus. The trip will leave Selva Park promptly at 8:45 a.m. on Thursday, November 10 and will return there at about 4 p.m. There is ample parking in that park at the end of Selva Road—on the ocean side of Pacific Coast Highway. See you there.

Stay tuned for Doris I. Walker’s next column when the author/historian will write about Phineas Banning and his role in the development of both the Port of Los Angeles and the settlement of Wilmington, where Banning built his home, now a museum. Besides authoring 12 books about Dana Point and Orange County, Walker taught California History at Saddleback and Irvine Valley Colleges. Her books are available at the Ocean Institute’s gift store and at the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce office on La Plaza.

Her “Images of America: Dana Point” is dedicated to the Dana Point Historical Society, of which she was co-founder in 1987.

PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the Dana Point Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@danapointtimes.com.

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The only directory featuring Dana Point businesses exclusively AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING Oasis Air Conditioning & Heating 949.420.1321 31648 Rancho Viejo Rd. Ste. A, www.oasisair.com

ARCHITECTURE - PLANNING Jim Ettinger Design 949.246.0224 33742 Big Sur St., jimettingerdesign@cox.net Nona Associates - Raymond J. Nona A.I.A. 26901 Camino de Estrella, 949.496.2275 www.raynona.com

BEAUTY SALONS Paragon Salon 34161 Pacific Coast Hwy. Salon Revelation - Dayna Dallas 34192 Violet Lantern #2

949.489.1955 949.248.8595

CAFE - DELI Coffee Importers Espresso Bar 949.493.7773 34531 Golden Lantern, www.coffeeimporters.com

CATERING Smokey’s House of BBQ 32860 Pacific Coast Hwy. #4, www.SmokeysHouseofBBQ.com

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FITNESS PROGRAMS Fit Club - Boot Camp www.afitclub.com

949.831.7984

HAIR SALONS

CHRISTIAN CHURCHES 949.661.3151

COFFEE SHOP Coffee Importers Espresso Bar 949.493.7773 34531 Golden Lantern, www.coffeeimporters.com

Monarch Bay Haircutters 20 Monarch Bay Plaza Paragon Salon 34161 Pacific Coast Hwy.

949.496.1957 949.489.1955

ICE CREAM Coffee Importers Scoop Deck 949.493.7773 34531 Golden Lantern, www.coffeeimporters.com

COINS 949.350.4692

Insurance Services

Mary Kay Cosmetics & Career 949.248.2868 Opportunities, Ind. Sales Director - Marline Adams, www.marykay.com/madams2

DENTISTS Dana Point Dental 34080 Golden Lantern, Ste 201, www.danapointdental.com

949.661.5664

DOG GROOMING Dawgy Style 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste. 112, www.todawgystyle.com

ELECTRICAL

Maureen B. Fletcher Interior Design 714.889.9597 momofletcher@gmail.com

Jeweler Dana Point Jeweler 949.489.1165 24845 Del Prado, www.danapointjeweler.com

JUNIOR WATERMAN PROGRAM Ocean Academy www.oceanacademy4u.com

949.496.3315

949.218.4464

Junk Removal Green Dump Truck www.greendumptruck.com

949.697.4517

LANDSCAPING

delta G electrical

949.360.9282 Rocky Taylor Landscaping rjls@cox.net CA #657214, www.deltagelect.com

Sunburst Landscaping 949.632.0081 www.sunlandscape.webs.com 949.493.3670

LOCKSMITH Dana Point Lock & Security www.danapointlock.com

949.496.6919

MUSIC INSTRUCTION

949.697.1770

Smokey’s House of BBQ 32860 Pacific Coast Hwy. #4, www.SmokeysHouseofBBQ.com

949.388.8102

SIGNS ABC Signs & Embroidery Shop 34135 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste. E, www.abcembroideryshop.com

949.248.1007

SURF LESSONS

Kenny’s Music & Guitars 949.661.3984 Ocean Academy 24731 La Plaza, www.kennysmusicstore.com www.oceanacademy4u.com Danman’s Music School 949.242.4431 24699 Del Prado, www.danmans.com

949.218.4464

Surf Shops

Plumbing Chick’s Plumbing

www.chicks-plumbing.com

949.496.9731

PRESCHOOLS San Clemente Preschool 949.498.1025 163 Avenida Victoria, sanclementepreschool@gmail.com

Beacon Printing - Brad & Judy Brandmeier 24681 La Plaza, Ste. 125 949.661.3877 beaconprinting@sbcglobal.net Printing OC

949.388.4888 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com

PSYCHOTHERAPY Corinne Rupert PhD, PsyD, MFT 949.488.2648 33971 Selva Rd. Ste. 125, www.danapointpsychotherapy.com

REAL ESTATE - RESIDENTIAL

Infinity Surfboards 949.661.6699 24382 Del Prado, www.infinitysurf.com Jack’s Surfboards

949.276.8080 34320 Pacific Coast Hwy, www.jackssurfboards.com

TUTORING English Tutoring by Susan 949.481.0481 Mathnasium 949.388.6555 32411 Golden Lantern, Ste. Q, www.mathnasium.com

Upholstery Dana Point Upholstery 949.240.2292 24402 Del Prado Jeddy’s Yacht & Home Interiors 949.240.9569 34118 Pacific Coast Hwy, www.jeddys.com

WINDOW CLEANING Bayside Window Cleaning 949.290.8230 www.baysidewindowcleaning.com

Window Coverings

Jeddy’s Yacht & Home Interiors 949.240.9569 Prudential California Realty, Shirley Tenger www.tengerteam.com 949.487.7700 34118 Pacific Coast Hwy, www.jeddys.com Surterre Properties Monarch Beach, 949.464.3243 YOGA McDaniel Gilmore Group 33522 Niguel Rd. Ste. 100, Monarch Beach 92629 Sun Salute Yoga Studio 949.371.6097 www.mcdanielgilmoregroup.com 24655 La Plaza, Ste. A, www.sunsaluteyoga.com

RESTAURANTS

Patricia Powers 949.496.1900 COMPUTER REPAIR & SERVICES License#0737080, pat.powers@cox.net Statefarm/Elaine LaVine 949.240.8944 San Clemente Computer & Network Services daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 34080 Golden Lantern, www.elainelavine.net State Farm/Ted Bowersox 949.661.3200 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy. #204 CONTRACTORs - GENERAL www.tedbowersox.com Creative Environments Construction 949.496.3728 Design & Build #464468 INTERIOR DESIGN

COSMETICS

LANDSCAPING/SPRINKLERS

PRINT SHOP

EMBROIDERY

Ocean Ranch Chiropractic 949.584.5000 Dr. James Slusher & Dr. Ron Berman, 32585 Golden Lantern, Ste. H, www.oceanranchchiropractic.com Pacific Waves Family Chiropractic 949.436.2926 & Alternative Healthcare 24632 San Juan, Ste. 230, www.pacific-waves.com

GraCorp Coins & Collectibles www.gracorpcoins.com

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949.388.8102

CHIROPRACTORS

Christian Science Services 34102 La Plaza

BUSINESS • SPOTLIGHT

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SPORTS

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HOCKEY

Chargers vs. Dolphins, Dana Hills High School

Kings vs. Ducks, Honda Center Sept. 30, 7 p.m.

Sept. 30, 7 p.m.

Coming off a gutsy win on the road against Mission Hills, the Dolphins hit up home field for a burly homecoming battle with El Toro High School.

With the regular season right around the bend, the Anaheim Ducks host a pre-season freeway friendly against the Los Angeles Kings.

Info: www.ducks.nhl.com

Info: www.dhhs.net

SOCCER

CROSS COUNTRY

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Real Salt Lake vs.

Galaxy, Home Depot Center

SCL Cluster Meet, Irvine Regional Park

Dolphins vs. Tritons, San Clemente High School

Oct. 1, 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 4, 3 p.m.

Oct. 4, 6:15 p.m.

There’s only a handful of matches left before the post-season hits the pitch as the LA Galaxy look to hold onto first place in the Western Conference.

Get out there and watch all the South Coast League teams burn up the trails as each vie for important points and big finishes.

Hardcourt rivals meet for a South Coast League showdown as the Lady Tritons host Dana Hills in an important early season match.

Info: www.dhhs.net

Info: www.dhhs.net

Info: www.lagalaxy.com

Dolphin Report SPORTS NEWS FROM DANA HILLS HIGH SCHOOL

By David Zimmerle

FOOTBALL • Dana Hills (2-2) bounced back from a tough Week 3 loss to Edison by showing plenty of resolve and true grit beating Mission Hills 16-13 on September 23.

Plenty of hard-fought defensive battles were waged on the gridiron as the Grizzlies clutched a 3-0 lead heading into the second quarter. The Dolphins responded with 10-point effort before the close of the first half, while the Grizzlies also matched that effort heading into halftime with a 13-10 lead.

Both teams went scoreless in the third quarter before the Dolphins put the finishing touches on this one with six points in the fourth quarter for the win.

Dana Hills quarterback Shane Scambray finished the night going 14-for-25 with 193 yards passing and one touchdown. Marcus Hughes led the ground game with 12 rushes for 31 yards while Justin Scott carried the ball six times for 19 yards rushing.

Logan Warren led the receiving core with 81 yards on three catches while Hunter Briggs caught three passes for 45 yards and one touchdown.

On defense, Andrew Jitratanajinda led the team with 16 total tackles and one interception with Will McKinley closely following suit with 15 tackles.

The Dolphins’ defense also combined for six sacks on the game with Matt Romano and Garrett Guidotti each finishing with two apiece. Next 7 days: Homecoming, Sept. 30 vs. El Toro at Dana Hills.

BOYS AND GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY • At the Dana Hills Invitational last weekend, the junior boys team finished in first place with 41 points followed by Mt. Carmel (125 points) in second and Tesoro (139) in third. Individually, the team had four of its cross country athlete’s finish in the top 10.

The senior boys team also finished in first place with an astounding 29 points followed by Poway (65) in second and Paramount (123) in third. Ethan Lawrence (14:38.2) took first place individual honors as a total of four athletes finished in the top 10 on the team.

Meanwhile, the girls sophomore team finished in first place, the junior team took second place with 76 points (Tesoro in first place with 29 points with San Clemente in third with 152 points), and the seniors also finished Dana Point Times September 30–October 6, 2011

in second place with 74 points (Capo Valley in first place with 69 points with Aliso Niguel in third with 96 points).

Next 7 days: Oct. 4 at *SCL Cluster Meet at Irvine Regional, 3 p.m.

GIRLS GOLF • The Lady Dolphins (4-0 SCL, 11-0) have kept their momentum going in fine form beating Mission Viejo 205-240 for their second South Coast League win of the season on September 21. Elizabeth Soewondo medaled on the round with an even 36 score. The team then brushed off La Costa Canyon September 22 by the final score of 213-220 as Avery French medaled this time with a 1-over 37 on the round. Dana Hills next faced Aliso Niguel on September 27, regrouped for a round at Newport Harbor on September 28 and then headed home to face Aliso Niguel on September 29. Next 7 days: Oct. 5 vs. *El Toro at El Niguel CC, 2:30 p.m.; Oct. 6 vs. *El Toro at El Niguel CC, 3 p.m.

GIRLS TENNIS • After suffering a tough loss to Peninsula on September 20, the Lady Dolphins (2-1) hit the court for a solid 14-4 road win against San Marino High on September 21. Results are as follows: Singles: Alyssa Smith (DH) def. D. Tang 6-3, def. S. Gealer 6-3, Margo Pletcher (DH sub) def. V. Le 6-3; Jessica Perez (DH) 6-3, 6-3, 6-0; Katie Olson (DH) 0-6, 2-6, 3-6. Doubles: Sabine Ludwig-Rebecca Gold (DH) def. L. Phillips-C. Yang 7-6 (7-3), def. M. Gandawidjaja-M. Gandawidjaja 6-2, def. R. Fong-L. Chang 6-3; Cassidy Spearman-AJ Gomer (DH) 6-1, 6-1, Shelby Butcher-Adri Zuabi (DH sub) lost to L. Phillips-C. Yang 4-6; Jacqueline Stewart-Jessica Wilcox (DH) 6-2, 6-1, 6-1.

The team went on to face San Clemente September 27, took on Santa Barbara at home September 28 and then hosted Tesoro on September 29. Next 7 days: Oct. 4 at Laguna Hills, 3 p.m.; Oct. 5 vs. University, 3 p.m.; Oct. 6 vs. Capistrano Valley, 3 p.m.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL • The Lady Dolphins (9-6) were shutdown in three straight sets by Santa Margarita September 20 as the Lady Eagles boasted a 25-11, 25-14 and 28-26 victory. However, Dana Hills found a little shutout redemption of its own posting a 25-11, 25-14 and 25-20 win at home against University on September 21. The Page 16

Lauren Morabito competes at the Dana Hills Invitational.

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team then rolled through a gamut of games at the Dave Mohs Tournament last weekend including wins against Carson, Mission Viejo, Beckman and Bakersfield. The girls next faced Orange Lutheran on the road September 27. Next 7 days: Oct. 4 at *San Clemente, 6:15 p.m.; Oct. 6 vs. *Trabuco Hills, 6 p.m.

BOYS WATER POLO • The Dolphins (4-4) fired off a solid showing at the annual South Coast Tournament September 22-24 as Dana Hills went 3-for-2 overall.

The team opened the tourney with a brutal 13-1 loss to powerhouse Los Alamitos of September 22, but got back-to-back wins on September 23 beating Edison 8-5 and Servite 10-5. On the final day of the tournament, the Dolphins split the bill losing 9-7 to Santa Margarita before beating Capo Valley 10-8. In that final win against the Cougars, Drake Dunn led with four goals while Sam Pfeil finished with three.

The crew then faced Laguna Hills September 27 before hitting the road for the Villa Park Tournament September 29-October 1. Next 7 days: Oct. 4 vs. Laguna Beach, 4 p.m. www.danapointtimes.com

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Grom of the WEEK Eric Weinhardt Age: 14, Dana Hills High School Eric Weinhardt is looking forward to making school surf team competition a highlight of his freshman year at Dana Hills. A regular footer comfortable on both short and longboards, Eric says he will continue to longboard but is concentrating on shortboard competition with an eye toward progressing to the junior pro and pro ranks. In the early summer, Eric made a trip to Las Flores in El Salvador and found it to be great surf break for practicing and improving. “Las Flores is a perfect right-hand point break—a great place to practice my turns,” he said. This season Eric will surf WSA, NSSA Open and some NSSA Explorer contests to work on qualifying for Surfing America Eric Weinhardt. Courtesy photo Prime events. With only one WSA contest in the books so far this season, Eric’s appearance in the repercharge of Event No. 1 saw him ranked ninth out of 50 surfers in the highly competitive Boys U16 Shortboard division. In his spare time, Eric enjoys jumping on his trampoline and filming and editing surf videos with friends. At school Eric is working hard to continue his three-year stretch of 4.0 GPAs in middle school. He would like to go to a college near the beach—hopefully UC Santa Cruz—to pursue a degree in business. Eric says he can see himself someday working in the surf industry, maybe as a surf team manager.—Andrea Swayne

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SURF RESULTS Nike 6.0 Surfing America Prime West Event No. 1, Cardiff by the Sea, Seaside Reef

Largest Field Ever Competes in 2011 Battle of the Paddle

BOYS U18: 1. Parker Coffin; 2. Taylor Clark; 3.

Kanoa Igarashi; 4. Scott Weinhardt. BOYS U16: 1. Jake Marshall; 2. Skip McCullough; 3. Colin Deveze; 4. Nolan Rapoza. BOYS U14: Jake Marshall; 2. Griffin Colapinto; 3. Micky Clarke; 4.

Nicholas Marshall. GIRLS U18: 1. Kulia Doherty; 2. Danielle Wyman; 3. Tia Blanco; 4. Lulu Erkeneff. GIRLS U16: 1. Kulia Doherty; 2. Frankie Harrer; 3. Kylie Loveland; 4. Tia Blanco.

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s the sport of stand-up paddling continues to grow, so does the Rainbow Sandals Gerry Lopez Battle of the Paddle. The fourth annual event brought hundreds of SUP athletes and fans to the shore of Doheny State Beach September 24 and 25. It was an epic weekend of racing—the largest in Battle of the Paddle history—with more than 310 in the all ages Open Race on Saturday, 230 competitors in Sunday’s distance race and over 900 entries over the course of the two-day event.

The Elite Race on Saturday saw 17-yearold Connor Baxter of Maui win his first major SUP event ahead of Australia’s 10-time world champion prone paddleboarder Jamie Mitchell and Danny Ching of Redondo Beach, the defending Battle champ. Candice Appleby (San Clemente/Oahu) won her fourth women’s Elite Race in as many years.

Appleby continued to dominate in the 10-mile Dana Point to San Clemente round trip distance race, coming in first among the women and 43rd overall with a time of one hour, 30 seconds and 11 minutes. Annabel Anderson (AUS) was second at 1:32:22 and

22nd Annual Dale Velzy Classic, September 17, Doheny State Beach

in third was Brandi Baksic of San Clemente with a time of 1:32:44.

Sunday’s distance race mens and overall winner was Ching with a time of one hour, 17 minutes. Men’s runner up Rob Rojas of San Clemente finished the race just 12 seconds behind Ching. Jamie Mitchell and Travis Grant, both of Australia, tied for third with a time of 1:20:23.

Other top local finishers included San Clemente’s Nick Scheel, who came in third in the Kids Race and in the Team Relay, Team Hobie came in third among 44 fourperson teams in that race.

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his year’s second annual T. Patterson Surfboards Seafest Surf Contest is expanding to a two-day event. A standup paddle race and surf shop challenge has been added on Saturday, October 8 to the Sunday, October 9 all-ages surf contest.

The event will continue the traditional green theme with an Eco-Fair highlighting how the surf industry is doing its part for the environment. From making surf trunks from recycled plastic bottles to creating foam surfboard blanks from recycled

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polystyrene foam, there will be plenty of interactive displays on the beach, along with the action in the water.

Surf and SUP demos will be offered for those who want to give these sports a try.

A kick-off celebration will be held on October 7 from 9 p.m. to midnight at OC Tavern with a live musical performance by Johnny Monster.

For more information and instructions for entering the contest, log on to www.tpattersonsurfshop.com. DP —AS

Team Hobie celebrates a strong third place finish by Team Hobie #1 among the 44, 4-person teams in the Battle of the Paddle Relay. Team Hobie #2 also finished in the top 10 with an eighth place finish. Photo by Melanie Levy

Surf ForecasT Water temp: 63-67˚F Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: 12-15’+ Poor-Fair; Catalina: 10-20’ Fair Remarks: A good combo of building SouthSoutheast tropical swell and holding SouthSouthwest and Northwest groundswells is on tap for Thursday. Surge is generally light-moderate, and visibility is okay, making for generally poor-fair to fair diving conditions at best.

Short range: Size is 3-5’(waist-chest-head high) for most of the region on Thursday morning, with a few larger peaks for top combo exposures. Size holds in the 3-5’ (waistchest-head high) range on Friday off a mix of Southwest and Northwest swells, and possibly a little more South-Southeast tropical swell.

Conditions look clean for the mornings and good overall.

Long range: The surf for the weekend is dependent on how Hurricane Hilary behaves the next few days. As of now, conditions are looking clean for the mornings; with most breaks holding steady in the 3-5’ (waist-head high) zone on Saturday off a combo of holding SouthSoutheast swell and West-Northwest swellmix. Stay tuned to Surfline.com for updates.

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Top three finishers only. LEGENDS 60-69: 1. Chuck McElvain; 2. Steve Stirret; 3. Bob Ramirez. GRAND MASTERS 50-59: 1. Mark Calkins; 2. Steve Tate; 3. Ed McMillien. MENEHUNE BOYS 14U: 1. Dylan Cox; 2. Kyle Perez; 3.

Chad Biggs. MENEHUNE GIRLS 14U: 1. Rachael Tilly; 2. Kaily Biggs; 3. Meg Roh. JUNIOR MEN 15-19: 1. Noah Cardoza; 2. Pery Rohr; 3. Ben Cardoza. JUNIOR WOMEN 15-29: 1. Karina Rozunko; 2. Halley Rohr; 3. Hallie Frasco. MEN 20-29: 1. Darren Eudaly; 2. Josh Rapozo; 3.

Matt Suckel. SENIOR MEN 30-39: 1. Jeremy Porfilio; 2. Brendan Garske; 3. Kurt Hurley.

EXTREME LEGENDS: 1. Russ Elwell. MASTERS 40-49: 1. Guy Takahama; 2. Rubio Smith; 3.

John Coshland. WOMEN 45+: 1. Katie Calkins; 2. Ellen Petrus; 3. Linda Trimm. WOMEN 19-44: 1. Marissa Berry; 2. Connie Hurst; 3. Biz Bittis.

SUP: 1. Daniel Hughes; 2. Matthew Hughes; 3.

Jeremy Porfillio. TANDEM: 1. Clay & Kristen; 2.

Mark & Beth; 3. Landon & Casandra. MASTERS PADDLE: 1. Jiro Ikeda; 2. Rubio Smith; 3. Landon Yacobucci. JUNIORS PADDLE: 1. Rachael Tilly; 2. Kailey Biggs; 3. Rio Donaldson. Log on to www.danapointtimes.com for full results.

UPCOMING EVENTS October 1-2: Gatorade WSA Championship Tour Event No.2, Ventura, Surfers Point October 1-2: NSSA Southwest Open Event No. 3, San Onofre State Beach, Uppers October 8: Surfing America Prime West Event No. 2, San Onofre State Park, Church Beach October 8-9: Seafest T. Patterson Surf Contest, San Clemente, Pier www.danapointtimes.com