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Romance is in the Air!

FEBRUARY 2017

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always like February and the celebration of Valentine's Day. I know there are criticisms of it becoming too commercialized, but I still like it. I know it helps that I'm married to a wonderful man (for 48 years, I might add) and through the years we've celebrated Valentine's Day in any manner of ways. After all is said and done, however, it seems the cards we give each other are the highpoint of the celebration for us. It's never one card, mind you.

Always a bunch - it's a tradition we established in the early years of our marriage. I guess it's safe to say Hallmark loves us!

A couple who I admire for their 51 years of marriage is our feature story–Susan and Tim Strader. They feel that Divine Providence brought them together, and that is very much how my husband Doug and I feel as well. You know when it's right, and we both had similar experiences when we met. The Strader's journey has blessed a community with their giving, and they are so proud of their children, their spouses and 11 grandchildren for their accomplishments and contributions. Through it all, their love sustains them. For, as Tim says, "We were in love when we met and we're still in love."

If you want some fresh ideas about how to spend Valentine's Day, check out "Romantic Rendezvous" in Parting Thoughts, or, if baking for your Valentine is to your liking, look at the recipe in Culinary Creations for Chocolate Filled Red Velvet Buttermilk Cupcakes.

Yum! There's even a story on the 100th anniversary of Girl Scout Cookies. Who wouldn't want Thin Mints for Valentine's? You will also see in Hot Spot suggestions where you might enjoy a romantic dinner with your sweetheart.

You will be inspired with stories about people in the community who are passionate about giving back. Chef Pascal Olhats surprised his wife Chris with a visit to an elephant sanctuary in Thailand and came away committed to raise funds and awareness to protect the gentle giants through Save the Elephants Foundation. Lauri Burns of The Teen Project and Joan McKinney of Vocational Visions continue to give their all to help foster youth who have aged out of the system to drug addiction, prostitution and homelessness for Burns and to develop the talents of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities for McKinney. Both women are extraordinary!

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St. Joseph Hospital Gala Funds Behavioral Health Services

Six hundred guests attended the Tracy Family Celebration, presented by Ron & Marsha Moeller, at the City National Grove of Anaheim, where record net proceeds of $575,000 were raised for mental health services. Donor honors, dining, auctions, and a wine wall were de rigueur, as the legendary Stevie Nicks entertained.

Sister Nadine McGuiness, CSJ, Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange; Chanda Parrett, St. Joseph Foundation VP; Spirit of St. Joseph honorees David and Ruth Seigele; Anne and Steven Moreau, St. Joseph Hospital President-CEO Spirit of St. Joseph Award honorees Debbie and Dr. Robert del Junco

The Moeller Family: Front Row: Cierra McManus, Lorie Heineken, Marsha Moeller, Jennifer Heineken, Curran Miller, Nicole Miller; Back Row: Grant, Harry and Ryan Heineken

The Tracy Family was the gala's Title Sponsor, represented by Tracy sisters, from left, Christina Tracy, Cynthia Tracy, Kilian Tracy Ollison, and Katherine Tracy McCanna

Richard Afable, MD, St. Joseph Hoag Health Regional Executive Vice President; Steven Moreau, St. Joseph Hospital President/CEO; Robert Braithwaite, Hoag Memorial Hospital Longtime St. Joseph Hospital supporters Michael Stevie Nicks, legendary member of Fleetwood Mac, entertained Presbyterian President/CEO and Charlene Immell

SeniorServ's Senior Care Hero Awards Gala

The Sixth Annual Senior Care Hero Awards, held at The City National Grove of Anaheim, drew 550 guests and recognized the senior care industry's unsung heroes, while raising net proceeds of $250,000 in support of SeriorServ, Orange County's largest nonprofit senior nutrition Meals on Wheels provider. PHOTOGRAPHY SENIORSERV

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Share Our Selves' 26th Annual Celebrity Chef Dinner Thirteen outstanding local chefs created a memorable dinner with specialty wines for 300 guests attending the annual SOS Celebrity Chef Dinner at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort. The evening altogether netted $183,000 to support the SOS Food Pantry and programs that support the vulnerable and homeless in our community.

Minza and Shahab Malik, Lisa and Ryan Wagner, SOS Celebrity Chefs: 1st Row (l-r) Franco Barone (Il Barone Restaurant), Linda Johnsen (Filomena's Italian and Andrew Guarni graciously raise their paddles Kitchen), Alessandro Pirozzi (Mare Culinary Lounge, Alessa Laguna and Pirozzi CDM), Alan Greeley (The Golden Truffle), 2nd Row: David Man (Island Hotel), Paul Squicciarini (Culinary Innovation), Yvon to help SOS' Fund-A-Need Goetz (The Winery Restaurant and Wine Bar), Andy De La Cruz (Island Hotel), Eric Mikel (Orange Hill Restaurant), Manfred Lassahn (Hyatt Regency HB), Rainer Schwarz (Driftwood Kitchen & The Deck), Unknown, Michael Beck (Hotel Irvine), Adam Fierman and Miguel Mata (Yard House)

Event table sponsor Ursula Hoshaw with guests SOS' homeless specialist, Michael SOS supporters Ashlee Chefs David Man and Trudy White, Olga Mathew, Lillian Wolfenstaparger McGlinn, gives a thoughtful speech Eagle, Victoria Rossman and Alessandro Pirozzi work to and Nathalie Loftus about justice and what it means Jake Rossman plate the first course

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True Sioux Hope Inaugural Gala

The Oglala Lakota Sioux Tribe of Pine Ridge, South Dakota were recipients of more than $400,000 at the inaugural True Sioux Hope Gala at the Balboa Bay Resort. Organized by Twila True, a tribal member, and local philanthropist Donna Pickup, 350 guests enjoyed a great party with traditional Sioux dances.

Alan True, Gretchen Buhlig (Arizona State University Foundation), gala co-chair Twila True of Twila True Watch Expo and Polished Perfect, and Bryan Brayboy, Ph.D (Special Advisor to Actress/human rights activist and gala host Julia Ormond, (center) and Pine Ridge Reservation guests ASU President on American Indian Initiatives)

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Good Times

Rivals United for a Kure Honors Late Founder

Rivals United for a Kure, the largest fundraiser for Kure It Cancer Research, held its fifth annual fundraiser to raise funds for underfunded cancers. The late Barry Hoeven, founder of Kure It and co-founder of Rivals, was honored and CommonWealth Partners was recognized for its unprecedented support. PHOTOGRAPHY CARLA RHEA

CommonWealth Partners was the recipient of the Rivals' Kaprielian Cup. Shown here with Drew and Paul McDonald and Connie Mahoney, Fidelity Chase Hoeven (center and right) are its partners, from left, Joe Corrente, Brett Munger and Rick Lewis National Title, bidding during the live auction

Silent auction item–an autographed football by Rivals gala committee Ashley Sparks, Bailey Sparks, legendary coaches UCLA's Terry Donahue and Kure It Cancer Research Director Kristen Rhynerson, Jordan Sparks and Hamilton Sparks USC's John Robinson

Doug and Alison Kaprielian Former USC/NFL linebacker Keith Rivers, gala founding co-hosts and quarterback stars Matt Stevens (UCLA) and USC's Paul McDonald (USC), Oakland A's third baseman Ryon Healy

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DREAMS DO COME TRUE! The Fourth Annual Carousel of Possible Dreams on the King Arthur Carrousel at Disneyland Resort was held with hundreds of representatives and volunteers from local charities riding the celebrated carrousel dozens of times to complete their individual pledge drives. Many children’s dreams came true through the 25 children’s charities designated by the Festival of Children Foundation to be recipients of the $302,124 that was raised for the cause. FestivalofChildrenFoundation.org

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CRYSTAL COVE LIGHTS UP FOR THE HOLIDAYS Crystal Cove celebrated its 20th annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Winter Family Festival in early December featuring a visit from Santa, carolers and fun for the entire family. The only coastal beach holiday tree display in California is quite the honor. The hundreds that attended also enjoyed a seasonal bazaar featuring handcrafted treasures by local residents and artists, as well as old-fashioned holiday decorations. But, the pièce de résistance was the tree lighting at sunset! CrystalCoveAlliance.org

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IT’S BIGGER THAN JUST US LOCAL CHEF PASCAL OLHATS STEPS UP TO ADVOCATE FOR ENDANGERED ASIAN ELEPHANTS ARTICLE DEIRDRE MICHALSKI

used to think that watching people riding atop elephants looked like great fun. I once saw an elephant painting with his trunk and was astounded at his dexterity. But then I became involved in a philanthropic project with local chef Pascal Olhats and I had to wrap my head around a whole new way of thinking. What we may think of as entertaining or fun actually inflicts great pain and torture on the part of the elephants. And, as Pascal explained, the poachers often kill the adults to steal the baby elephants. It breaks my heart to think of these gentle giants being treated this way.

Pascal’s wife Chris has always been fond of elephants. So, for a special birthday surprise, Pascal took Chris to Thailand to spend a week volunteering at an elephant sanctuary. It was a magical week and every day they went to sleep tired but invigorated at what they had accomplished with the special creatures they were caring for. (Guests can go there for the day or the week for a fee.)

WITH A LOVE AND RESPECT FOR HER COUNTRY’S NATIONAL SYMBOL AND THE KNOWLEDGE THAT THEY WERE BECOMING ENDANGERED, LEK BEGAN ADVOCATING FOR THE RIGHTS AND WELFARE OF THE ASIAN ELEPHANTS IN THAILAND. Recently, I had the extreme pleasure to meet Sangdeaun Chailert, founder of Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai, Thailand. She was here to participate in Chef Pascal’s charity event to help raise funds for her sanctuary. The funds raised helped pay for purchasing elephants, young and old, from harmful situations, much needed medicine and doctor’s services (as many are injured) and for food and staffing the nature park.

Sangdeaun Chailert was born in the small village of Baan Lao, two hours north of Chiang Mai. Her nickname is “Lek,” which means “little.”

The name is so befitting! She is a petite, gracious lady with a warm smile and a huge heart. During her childhood, she had the opportunity to spend much of her time among many animals. Her grandfather was a shaman (a traditional healer), who not only helped people of his community, but also sick and injured animals that were brought to him for help. She discovered that all animals strive to live well, and Lek became determined to rescue and care for animals that needed help.

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Giving Back

(CON TI N U ED)

An injured elephant being cared for at Elephant Nature Park

With a love and respect for her coun-

countries in the region to follow her lead. She

try’s national symbol and the knowledge

also helps to provide sustainable alternatives

that they were becoming endangered,

to local villages. She maintains magical rela-

Lek began advocating for the rights

tionships with the animals she rescues.

and welfare of the Asian elephants in

Readers can learn more by visiting Lek’s

Thailand. In an industry steeped in tradi-

web site for the Save Elephant Foundation

tion, advocating for positive change in the

at SaveElephant.org. Consider becoming

ways domestic and wild Asian elephants

a member or perhaps plan a trip to visit the

are treated has not been an easy battle.

sanctuary. Donations can be made to The

Lek’s mission to save the Asian elephants

Serengeti Foundation here in the U.S., as it

continues to expand. She has formed the

holds a 501c3 non-profit status and 100% of

Save Elephant Foundation and has a

donations will go to this cause. Donations can

dedicated team working tirelessly by her

be made via credit card on their secure web

side to protect the Asian elephant.

site, or can be sent by check and mailed to:

With hard work and determination, her

The Serengeti Foundation, 19100 Hamilton

voice is now internationally recognized.

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In addition to several documentaries pro-

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duced by National Geographic, Discovery,

(Select “Elephant Nature Park” charity).

Animal Planet and the BBC, Lek has also

This is a tragic situation, not only in Thailand,

won many honorary awards worldwide.

but in Africa and other places around the

Most days, she can be found at

globe. Lek is truly making a difference, and we

Elephant Nature Park spending time

celebrate and honor her efforts and that of her

with the rescued herd. Lek continues to

dedicated staff. We hope to continue to raise

be at the forefront of elephant (and other

awareness of this plight and reinforce that

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save these gentle giants from harm’s way.

Pascal and others rinsing the elephants at the park

“Lek” with one of her beloved elephants at Elephant Nature Park in Thailand

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Chef Pascal Olhats and "Lek" Chailet, founder of Elephant Nature Park in Chiang, Thailand. Pascal raised funds for Lek’s Save Elephant Foundation at a charity event at Sherman Gardens in Corona del Mar

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Engagement ph

oto, 1963

Susan Mary Wright

T

he year was 1962 and Susan Wright, a soph-

afloat with part time jobs. Susan worked

omore at UCLA, was attending a Halloween

throughout high school and college to help

party at the Newman Club, a Catholic center on

out. She graduated from UCLA and secured

campus. Tim Strader, a third-year law student at

her first job as an elementary school teacher.

the university, appeared with some of his buddies, and as he remembers.

“I walked in and saw this beautiful redhead in a red plaid skirt, and I was smitten.”

Tim, an Ohio native and the last of six children, played football in high school and was valedictorian of his class. His father died when he was a freshman at John Carroll University

The response for both was immediate

in Cleveland and Tim worked his way through

but it was a few years before they married

college with a variety of jobs and enjoyed sing-

as Susan had two more years of college and

ing in the glee club and in barbershop quartets.

Tim had to finish law school, pass the bar and honor his two-year ROTC commitment.

Tim’s older brother was a lawyer and a war crimes judge at the Nuremberg trials, which prompted Tim’s interest in law.

The Beginnings

“I played ‘lawyer’ at his desk growing up,”

Susan and Tim share many similarities in

Tim says.

their upbringing with both of them raised in

In 1960 Tim was admitted to the School of

Catholic families and both losing their fathers

Law at UCLA and he and his mother moved

at an early age.

to Santa Monica, supporting themselves by

Susan was born in Oak Park, Illinois and moved to Los Angeles at the age of six with

managing their apartment building while Tim clerked for a law firm.

her parents, two sisters and a brother. At Marymount High School she was a cheer-

The Proposal and Wedding

leader, choir member and was on the speech

Graduating from UCLA Law School in

and debate team. Her father died when she

1963, seven months after meeting Susan, Tim

was twelve and her mother kept the family

knew she was the one.

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Timothy Strader

Wedding photo, November 27, 1965

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A PERFECT ROMANCE (C ON TI N U ED)

Family Olympic torch photo from 198 with Susan and Tim and the children, from left, Tim, Jr., Megan, Patrick, and Stephanie “I wanted to spend my life’s journey with her,” he says.

newborn son, Timothy, Jr. Their daughter Stephanie arrived the following November.

Honoring his ROTC commitment to the

After working as a Deputy County Counsel

U.S. Army Tim trained at Fort Eustis, Virginia

for the County of Orange for two years, Tim

and was then transferred to the Presidio of

joined the prestigious law firm of Duryea,

San Francisco. When Susan came to visit,

Carpenter & Barnes in Newport Beach and a

after showing her the sights, he took her to

year later moved the family to Newport.

St. Mary's Church where he proposed to her at the altar. Susan said an immediate "yes."

The couple found their passion in voluntarism and philanthropic activities. In the

“I just knew it was right,” she says.

early years they supported CHOC, Children's

After that, Tim spent two years in the

Home Society, Junior League of Orange

Army, with a year in Pusan, Korea, before

County, the University of California and

Susan graduated and the two were married

always the Catholic Church. Finding ways to

November 27, 1965.

use her teaching skills Susan was a religious education teacher and led adult faith groups.

The Next Chapter

It was during Tim's years with the Koll

The couple settled in Pacific Palisades

Company as partner and general coun-

where Susan taught school and Tim was a

sel that the couple began supporting the

Deputy County Counsel of Los Angeles. In

Orange County Performing Arts Center (now

1967, recognizing the opportunities he had

Segerstrom Center for the Arts). Tim joined the

learned while clerk-

board in 1979, served as the president/CEO

ing for a lawyer,

who opened Segerstrom Hall in 1986 and is

James

West,

the longest serving board member. Susan was

who represented

E.

on the steering committee that formed three of

the O'Neill fam-

the earliest support chapters. She is an original

ily

Orange

member and past president of the Angels of

they

the Arts. She has served on the committee of

were among the

nearly all of the Center's Candlelight Concerts,

first 200 peo-

the premiere fundraiser where the ten adult

ple to move to

Straders share a table each year.

in

County,

Mission Viejo,

In 1971 then-Governor Ronald Reagan

a brand new

appointed Tim to the Orange County Fair

c o m m u n i t y,

Board where he served as president. That

with

same year he was the attorney who helped

their

Henry Segerstrom, Tom Kendrick, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Tim Strader at the opening of the Orange County Performing Arts Center (now Segerstrom Center for the Arts). Tim was OCPAC President/CEO at the time in 1986.

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Susan and Tim sipping champagne opening night of the Orange County Performing Arts Center incorporate the City of Irvine, and, in 1972 he

preached,” Tim says. And, Susan adds,

helped found an organization which became

“We’ve always loved the arts, education and

the Orange County Business Council.

our church.”

During this time the Straders had a “sec-

To that end, Bishop Kevin Vann of the

ond” family, as Patrick and Megan were born

Diocese of Orange, appointed the Straders

in 1976 and 1979, respectively.

last September to lead the final $20 million

On a Roll

ary renovation ($7 million is already raised).

fundraising effort for the cathedral’s sanctuWhen Tim left Koll to start The Legacy

“My view is that Christ Cathedral will

Company in 1984 (now called Starpointe

become as important as St. Patrick’s in New

Ventures, a real estate development con-

York as a symbol of Christianity in the coun-

sulting firm), the giving really kicked in.

try,” Tim says.

Their support includes (keep in mind they usually head the organization at some point) Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Orange County, Casa Teresa, Irvine Health Foundation,

The Love Story Continues “We fell in love when we met and we’re still in love,” Tim says.

Marymount High School, UCI Foundation,

That love extends to their four children,

Santa Margarita Catholic High School, the

spouses and 11 grandchildren. Susan and

UCI Graduate School of Management and

Tim frequently hold family meetings (includ-

the University of Notre Dame. Their Catholic

ing grandkids), where a subject is discussed

service includes Catholic Charities of Orange

at length by everyone.

County,

Sovereign

Military

Hospitaller

Order of Malta, Equestrian Order of The

“It’s a great way to share ideas and instill family values,” Susan says.

Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, Legatus of

Tim and Susan believe that God guided

Orange County, Our Lady Queen of Angels

them to find each other at the Newman Club

Parish, and last, but certainly not least,

all those years ago. And, from the way they

Christ Cathedral. And, may I say, the honors

finish each other’s sentences, it is apparent

abound and are too many to mention here.

they were meant for each other.

Christ Cathedral is near and dear to the Straders’ hearts, as is their love of God. of is

Susan sums it up.

“I thank God for our health and the strength

“The message

to help others. I thank Him for the privilege to

Christianity

live in America and in the community where we

love.

That’s

what Jesus Christ

have our home. It is a full, fruitful and enjoyable life with the man I love!”

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Times Past

100 Years ARTICLE ASHLEY IMA

of Girls Selling Cookies

A 1940s Girl Scout Cookies box

Intermediate Scouts with cookies in the 1950s

It is remarkable to think that exactly one century ago, the very first Girl Scout cookies were homemade in the kitchens of scout moms and were available to locals only in the community of Muskogee, Oklahoma.

First Lady Bess Truman poses with Girl Scouts in 1951. Truman served as honorary National President of the Girl Scouts of America

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aiting eagerly outside your local grocery, or strolling through your neighborhood, red wagons in tow, it’s Girl Scout Cookie season, and our local scouts are looking forward to selling these

toothsome treats. This year, more than 1 million Girl Scouts will gain valuable life and business experience through the Girl Scout Cookie Program, and 50 million households will purchase their cookies. It is remarkable to think that exactly one century ago, the very first Girl Scout cookies were homemade in the kitchens of scout moms and were available to locals only in the community of Muskogee, Oklahoma.

Yes, in 1917, just five years after Girl Scouts was founded, the members of the Mistletoe Troop in Muskogee envisioned this efficient plan of selling sugar cookies in their town’s high school cafeteria to finance troop activities. Other troops took note of Mistletoe Troop’s successful business strategy, and the concept of Girl Scouts selling cookies took off.

In light of the nation-wide growth of Girl Scouts, an article in Girl Scout Magazine, “The American Girl,” shared both a scrumptious cookie recipe and smart business plan in 1922. At the time, the cost of baking six dozen cookies was around 26 to 36 cents, and it was suggested

that girls sell one dozen for 25 or 30 cents. By 1936, the homemade cookies had gained so much popularity that the Girl Scout organization began licensing commercial bakers to produce these special treats. The step was a risky one, but it paid off. Come 1937, cookie sales stretched coast to coast and would continue to thrive for decades to come.

One of the Cookie’s great challenges was ceasing production during World War II, due to sugar, flour and butter shortages. Despite this hardship, Girl Scouts only became more innovative: the first Girl Scout calendars were sold in 1944 in place of cookies. And, when the war ended, cookie growth increased more than ever before. Much to the nation’s delight, three varieties emerged in the early

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1950s, including “Sandwich,” “Shortbread,” and the original “Thin Mints,” known then as “Chocolate Mints.” Today, Thin Mints are the number one Girl Scout Cookie sold.

Here in Orange County, Girl Scouts sell cookies from ABC Bakers, a company that has been baking Girl Scout Cookies for more than 75 years. A whopping nine varieties will be available this upcoming season, with the addition of the chocolate-covered “S’mores Cookie,” created in honor of Girl Scouts Cookies’ 100th Anniversary.

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Classics include “Thanks-A-Lot,” “Lemonades,” “Shortbread,” “Thin Mints,” “Peanut Butter Patties,” “Caramel Delites,” and “Peanut Butter Sandwich.” “Trios” will also be featured, the first cookie made with certified gluten-free oats.

While recipes, bakers and cookie names have certainly changed over the past century, one thing remains the same–the success of Girl Scout Cookie sales boosts chances of success for each and every Girl Scout. Every step of the cookie-selling process, Girl Scouts take away valuable experience. Each girl gets her first taste of how a business works when she sets goals, networks with buyers, and sees the results, good or bad, of her work. She understands how her hard work can improve the lives of those less fortunate, when she chooses to use cookie revenue to fund beneficial community projects.

Most of all, she learns that even the simple act of selling a box of cookies can hold great potential.

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alentine’s Day is one of those looming holidays. There’s so much pressure to

secure a prime reservation. Steaks, oysters,

Craft beers on tap!

Champagne, and chocolate all seem like the perfect recipe for a decadent evening, but there are so many more interesting ways to share your love through food. For Orange County connoisseurs, we are blessed with an abundance of great restaurants. Instead of adhering to a traditional V-day menu, why not opt for something different? This year, visit a place where the chefs, owners and those tending the bar harness their passions to create something truly memorable.

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For the owners Joseph McGinty “McG” Nichol and General Manager/Operating Partner Jordan Otterbein, it was a love letter to Newport Beach. The longtime friends had known each other since middle school. For them, The Arches restaurant represented a piece of Newport history, a remnant of the good old coastal city that they once called home. More than forty years later, Otterbein and Nichol jumped at the opportunity to take over the iconic space. They harnessed the talents of chef Jonathan Blackford, who believes that food is a sensual experience.

His attention to American-raised Wagyu and prime cuts will make you swoon. Nicols and Otterbein transformed a passion project into one of Orange County’s best steakhouses.

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Chef Kathy Pavlos created a romantic farmhouse retreat

in the tucked-in Newport’s Back Bay. Working with culinary landscape consultant Kathryn Agresto, Pavlos planted her dream: an herb and vegetable garden that inspires her culinary endeavors all year round. Tender lettuces and fresh basil are sprinkled into salads and appetizers. Lavender and mint are

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infused in housemade spirits and cordials. The garden invigorates Pavlos and her team’s creative minds. It also makes a lovely backdrop for a relaxed dinner date under the stars.

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Finding refuge

When the Monarch Beach Resort launched last year,

everyone admired the stunning renovation. Sprawling you in and transport you. When descending the staircase from the lobby to the resort’s AVEO Table + Bar restaurant, you instantly feel transported, as if you are someplace special. This year, AVEO presents a $59 Valentine’s Day dinner tasting menu. The meal kicks off with an amuse bouche called “Chef’s seductive teaser,” followed by a creamy lemon verbena lobster bisque or an organic arugula and Frisée salad tossed with truffles and candied pecans. The main course gives diners an option of diver scallops plated with risotto and a spinach watercress emulsion or beef short ribs braised in Stone Brewery’s stout beer drizzled with a pan

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reduction sauce and porcini mushroom essence.

The decadent meal at AVEO is ideal for the big day. But, for ladies looking to spread a little love amongst their friends, the

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resort also offers its GAL-entines party on February 3 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Celebrity manicurist and nail polish designer Deborah Lippmann opens up her namesake salon at the be in attendance for express manicures and cocktails, but she also promises to serenade the group with a live jazz performance. Canapés will be passed around during the evening– scallop crudo with green papaya, goat cheese and sun-dried tomato tapenade on olive bread, port wine-infused pears with Gorgonzola and candied walnuts. The GAL-entines party intends to take the pressure off before Valentine’s Day. After

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ARTICLE DONNA BUNCE

THE TEEN PROJECT AND VOCATIONAL VISIONS ARE THE CURRENT RECIPIENTS

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able for 10, orchestrated annually by KM Productions for

deserving nonprofits, held its 10th

Vocational Visions offers employment services with trained workers and job coaches

annual culinary spectacular for a sold-out crowd of 300 at Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa in Dana

“I decided to fix it,” she says.

Point on March 6, 2016. Vocational

Burns’ mission was to provide transitional

Visions and The Teen Project were the recipients of the $300,000 netted for the fundraiser.

Learning opportunities through Vocational Visions are offered adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities

“We loved working with both

with all the resources and support of an intact family and to allow the greatest opportunity for a successful transition to adulthood.

family situation, Burns grew up in the

The Teen Project provides homeless

causes so much that we invited

foster system, aging out at age 18 to a life

women with room and board, college sup-

them back this year for Table for

of drug addiction, prostitution and home-

port, paid job internships, savings programs

10, 2017, scheduled for March 5th

lessness. Rescued from the streets at age

and an independent living education.

at Laguna Cliffs Resort,” Table

23, she has since parented 36 teenage

The nonprofit’s Venice PAD (Protection

for 10 Founder/Director Kristin

foster girls and launched a nonprofit that

and Direction) Drop in Venice, California is

Martin says.

has been awarded $30 million for 20 years

home to hundreds of homeless youth.

the teen project

charities and believe in their

THE TEEN PROJECT

Lauri Burns was working at

Northrop Grumman as a project

by the Department of Mental Health, had

“The mission is to move youth from the

stories published in People, Family Circle,

streets to safe housing, education and job

and Oprah and has appeared on CNN,

obtainment quickly,” Burns says.

CBS, FOX and ABC News.

The

Freehab

(free

rehab)

Life

manager with a $250,000 annual

Burns was a member of the county’s

Transformational Center combines free resi-

salary in 2014 when she left to

foster care advisory board when she

dential drug treatment, counseling and edu-

devote herself full-time to The Teen

found out there were 25,000 foster kids

cation to move youth beyond addiction into

Project, which she founded in 2007

exiting the system each year and that

a life of success. The training is focused on

in her off hours. After an abusive

65% of them turned up homeless.

technology (web development and design),

Lauri Burns (in pink) at Teen Project’s Orange County home for prior homeless and foster youth, from top (l-r), Abby, Vanessa, Janelle; Ashley, China, Ranea; Chelsea and Sandy

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Freehab girls (sex trafficked, homeless, addicted, incarcerated) on their way to a Sparks game

vocational visions

Freehab girls in school for machining - from left, Mercedes Castro, Rhea Abas and Kelsey Jackson

Brittany Dultz, in training to be a CNC Computerized Numerical Control Machinist - now graduated and certified

machining, customizing cars and motorcycles,

McKinney is a firm believer in the mission.

Program, Adult Development

medical billing, cosmetology and culinary arts.

“Our goal is to identify people’s barriers

Program,

Health

Related

How does Burns feel about her work?

and help them become as independent as

Services Program, Supported

“I feel amazing when I’m with the kids, but

possible,” she says

Employment Program and the

I’m always thinking, ‘Could I do more?’”

In the works is a movie based on Burns’

Vocational Visions offers the following services:

Employment

Services

(with

life through her book Punished for Purpose, a

trained workers and job coaches provided),

TV drama and a reality show.

Packaging and Assembly, and the Leash Lovers Service (a dog walking service).

Emeritus Program for seniors

to help maintain or slow down loss of skills.

McKinney points to a success

through one of the services offered.

The nonprofit’s programs, which address

“A group of our clients estab-

Joan McKinney has worked since 1978 on

each person’s needs, include a Day

lished their own dog walking

behalf of adults with intellectual and develop-

Training Activity Program, Work Activity

service, which has become a

VOCATIONAL VISIONS

mental disabilities and has been with Vocational

micro-enterprise,” she says.

Visions as executive director since July, 2013.

Vocational Visions also pro-

Founded in 1974, Vocational Visions enhances

vides day programs for individuals

the community by developing the talents of

with restricted health conditions

adults with intellectual/developmental disabili-

that require nursing care during

ties by creating pathways to employment, life-

the program day. Site-based activ-

long learning and social inclusion. Located in

ities focus on sensory stimulation,

Mission Viejo, the organization is partially funded

music and art. Opportunities to

by the Regional Center of Orange County and

access the community include

the Department of Rehabilitation.

excursions to the library, park, zoo, coffee shop, etc.

McKinney experience

sums with

up

her

Vocational

Visions this way.

“I’ve worked with people with disabilities for a long time, and I can honestly say I’ve learned far more from them than they have from me. They have taught me Vocational Visions' Executive Director Joan McKinney speaking at Table for 10

Alan, cooking through a Vocational Visions program

perseverance, a good attitude and to show up every day and try your best.”

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Locally Owned ERICH MELTVEDT FOLLOWED IN HIS FATHER'S FOOTSTEPS TO BECOME A FILMMAKER

The Legacy of

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Erich Meltvedt

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the founder’s famous speech about the goal

Erich opened Integrity Media Corp, a market-

and purpose of his contribution to society.

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tive, polishes our personality and defines a

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tional marketing tool for companies to take

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the only existing recorded interview of George

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sumer Internet traffic, which means that users

Pepperdine, a man of humble origin and

passion for filmmaking finally blossomed into

will spend an average 5.5 hours each day

bold vision. The documentary describes the

the formation of his own company.

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he 2016 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Ultra leaves no stone unturned when it comes

but it leaves the rider with the perfect amount of

to an all-inclusive cruising bike. It was built for touring and that's exactly what it excels

wind in their hair to keep that sought-after motor-

in. Fully loaded with copious storage compartments, hard-case saddlebags, trunk and

cycle experience intact while leaving your arms

luggage rack, the Road Glide Ultra is conscious when it comes to functionality and style.

and back nearly drag-free.

It harnesses the thrill of a day trip, complete with a windowless 360-degree view, and

Perhaps the smartest feature for wind protec-

considers the comfort of the rider and passenger with its Electra Glide Comfort stitch seats

tion, the frame mounting erases any buffeting in

and height-adjustable passenger footboards. The front row seats to this pavement

your arms, even when following a tractor trailer at

pacer are set in a one-piece, two-up style, equipping the driver with full-length foot

75 miles per hour on the highway. The mid-frame

boards and a heel/toe shifter lever for maximum foot and leg comfort. Shorter

air deflectors are also included to make the ride

drivers may find the 28.4-inch seat–one of the highest available–a bit high for their liking, making stops a bit tricky to navigate but not compromising the overall balance once in motion.

smoother on the driver's legs.

While the most appreciated feature is comfort, there's no mistaking the power and speed that

The smartphone capable Boom! Box 6.5 GT audio system

comes complimentary of Harley-Davidson's Twin-

complete with GPS and touchscreen is an enjoyable addi-

Cooled 1690 cc High Output Twin Cam 103 engine.

tion to the laid-back riding this bike encourages. Staying

With an as-shipped weight of nearly 900 pounds,

true to its destiny as a touring bike, the six-gallon gas

you won't have nearly the pickup you would get

tank with an estimated 42 MGP makes long rides

from a sport bike, but the weight does help take

not only pleasurable but also less interrupted by pesky fuel stops.

much of the road abuse away from the rider.

Overall, I thought the bulky build of the bike

Think of this bike as combining the

would take away from its handling but I was

playfulness and luxury of a ragtop

pleasantly surprised by the maneuverability it

with the ease and confidence of

possessed despite the extra baggage of the

a smaller bike. The sharknose

saddlebags, trunk, and wind deflectors. As a

frame-mounted fairing may

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not have a typical look,

and much more.

2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROAD GLIDE ULTRA Transmission: 6-speed Cruise Drive Seat Height: 28.4 inches Length: 102.2 inches Wheelbase: 64 inches Dry Weight: 881 pounds Running Order Weight: 916 pounds Base Price: $25,699 MPG: 42 on the highway

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Healthy Lifestyle

T

he heart is often referred to as the symbol of love. While love is vital to a fulfilling life, a healthy heart is crucial to it.

A healthy heart functions without us having to even think

about it. It beats about 100,000 times per day and pumps 1.5 gallons of blood through the body per minute. The more in shape the heart is, the lower the heart rate because a stronger heart can pump more volume per beat.

Made up of its own specialized cells that are not found anywhere else in the body, the heart pumps nutrient-and-oxygen-rich blood through the cardiovascular system.

The blood is essentially a delivery system and a garbage truck. It first nourishes us, and then transports toxins and metabolic waste to the kidneys and liver for disposal. Without this vital system, we would all cease to exist.

Unless we develop a problem, we don’t pay much attention to what our heart does for us 24 hours a day. Kind of makes you want to give it a bit more respect, right?

That’s especially true when you hear the statistics that say ARTICLE CORIE GOODSON

heart disease and diseases of the cardiovascular system remain the number one reason lives are cut short.

Heart disease can go undetected and be asymptomatic for decades before an incident occurs. No one gets critically ill overnight, which means heart issues cannot be reversed overnight either.

The good news is that we can often help change destiny.

While heart disease can be hereditary, it may not necessarily have to dominate one’s landscape.

We do have a lot of control over how healthy we are by taking some simple steps. Small changes can add up to big results over time, especially if there isn’t a major defect that cannot be altered by lifestyle alone.

Most of us know now that the traditional food pyramid we grew up with is completely upside down and antiquated.

It has long been thought that reducing fat in the diet was the primary way to reduce heart disease. When it comes to convenience and fast food, I would agree.

The more modern contention is that we should eat food that doesn’t come with labels. Fruit, veggies, nuts and seeds, eggs, meat and fish should dominate your grocery cart.

Single-ingredient, nature-made food eliminates the often confusing list of ingredients. Avoiding the inner aisles of the grocery store as much as possible makes this easier.

Cardiovascular exercise is as important to keeping the heart

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healthy as what we eat. As little as 30 minutes a day can change your health profile.

So, instead of perpetuating the saying that “we are a nation of people living short and dying long,” let’s get up, get moving and put nutrient-dense foods on our plates to keep that wonderful small, but mighty, organ running its best for as long as possible.

Corie Goodson, MPH, CNC, earned her master’s degree in public health in 1995. She is a health educator, wellness promotion speaker, author and certified nutrition coach.

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Lifestyle Calendar

February

"poise and power" (The Guardian). He will perform Beethoven's Piano

RUNS FEB. 1 & 2

Sonatas No. 13 and 14, Chopin's Ballades No. 2 and 3, and Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition." MuscoCenter.org

"COLE" CARPENTER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Award winning Australian cabaret performer Michael Griffiths pays

RUNS FEB. 8 - FEB. 12

homage to Cole Porter and his legacy that continues to sparkle with

15TH ANNUAL LAGUNA BEACH MUSIC FESTIVAL

all of the provocative and witty lyrics as feel as the sophisticated

LAGUNA BEACH AT VARIOUS VENUES

rhythms and melodies. Evening includes dinner and beverages from

Co-presented by Laguna Beach Live! and Philharmonic Society of

6–6:45pm. Performance at 7 p.m. CarpenterArts.org

Orange County, the Laguna Beach Music Festival is a multi-day celebration featuring classical and contemporary concerts in intimate

RUNS FEB. 3 - 19

spaces, community outreach programs and special events. Ac-

"FLORA & ULYSSES"

claimed cellist Joannes Moser is festival artistic director. For further

SOUTH COAST REPERTORY

info, visit PhilharmonicSociety.org and Laguna Playhouse.com

South Coast Repetory's Theatre for Young Audiences presents "Flora & Ulysses," a play by John Glore adapted from the book by Kate

RUNS FEB. 10 & 11, 8 P.M.

DiCamille, which features 10-year-old Flora, who calls herself a cynic

"CLASSICAL SAVION"

until she meets an amazing squirrel who flies and writes poetry. Di-

IRVINE BARCLAY THEATRE

rected by Casey Stanl. SCR.org

Tony Award-winning artist Savion Glover, famous as a tap dancer and choreographer for works like "Jelly's Last Jam" and "Bring in 'da

FEBRUARY 5

Noise/Bring in the 'da Funk," performs for the Barclay's Contempo-

SURF CITY MARATHON & HALF MARATHON

rary Dance Series with a chamber orchestra to the music of Mozart,

HUNTINGTON BEACH

Bach and Vivaldi. TheBarclay.org

The course for the marathons includes running along the beaches of Pacific Coast Highway and through the towns of Huntington

FEBRUARY 10

Beach, Sunset Beach and Bolsa Chica State Beach while surf bands

"YOUNG STARS OF THE FUTURE"

entertain along the way. The finish line party includes a beach side

COAST HILLS AUDITORIUM, ALISO VIEJO

beer garden and special starfish medals. RunSurfCity.com

South Coast Symphony presents its annual "Young Stars of the Future" concert, featuring the winners, as well as a special performance

FEBRUARY 5

by violinist Kevin Miura, 13, who won the Menuhin Violin Competition

PIANIST LOUIS SCHWIZGEBEL

in London. He will perform Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E minor.

MUSCO CENTER FOR THE ARTS

SouthCoastSymphony.org

Born in Geneva in 1987, Swiss-Chinese pianist Louis Schwizgebel has been described as a "pianist with a profound gift" performing with

RUNS FEB. 18 & 19 "THE LITTLE PRINCE"

Photo: Marco Borrgreve

SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS, SAMUELI THEATER The Little Prince reminds us of the wonderment of childhood. The magic is brought to life by Swazzle, a Glendale-based theater company that has created puppets for Disney Theatrical and others. Performances are Feb. 18 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and Feb. 19 at 1 and 3 p.m. SCFTA.org

RUNS FEB. 23 - 26 17TH ANNUAL NEWPORT BEACH JAZZ PARTY NEWPORT BEACH MARRIOTT HOTEL & SPA Enjoy four big nights and three days of the best jazz party on the planet! Festivities are orchestrated from morning until well after sundown with jazz breakfasts, luncheons, afternoon poolside jam sessions, evening concerts, Saturday night dance and Sunday's jazz brunch. For list of artists and ticket prices, visit NewportBeachJazzParty.com 48

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Parting Thoughts

ROMANTIC RENDEZVOUS! ARTICLE DEIRDRE MICHALSKI

I

t’s that wonderful time of the year when romance blossoms, boxes of fine chocolates abound and restaurant reservations are in full swing. However, for me, romance is all about three things: being with the person I love, discovering a unique setting to enjoy some alone time, and making it all a big surprise.

Since we live in one of the most beautiful spots around, here are some of my favorite places to spend an afternoon or an evening with my special someone. Who knows, this may give you an idea or two.

And, it really is not about the expense of it. These suggestions are more about the experience and just being together.

ROMANCE ON THE BAY

Taking a gondola ride in Newport Harbor is a very unique adventure.

I had no idea that there have been gondolas on this bay since the early 1900s! With some recent consolidations, there are now two companies offering this service. Gondola Adventures, Inc. offers two different styles of boats–the authentic Venetian (imported from Italy) and a mahogany, canopy-covered electric boat. There are various cruise options from casual cruises to complete lunch and dinner cruises, with food presented on china served in the gondola. All cruises come with a non-alcoholic beverage and either food or gourmet chocolates. Wine and champagne are available for purchase and always served in stemware. And, they love to customize a cruise for a proposal or anniversary and have some really creative ideas, such as placing a message in a bottle, rose petals, or my favorite brand of chardonnay! (Gondola Adventures, Inc. at Gondola.com) And, for a more casual “on and off” outing, the Gondola Company of Newport in Lido Marina Village is the spot. Their cruises depart on the hour and half hour and are easily bookable online. These are rowing gondolas and each cruise is 50 minutes long. I like this for a “date night.” (Gondola Company of Newport at Gondolas.com) 50

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NESTLED IN LUXURY

Another outing that signals romance is to enjoy a one-night “stay-cation.” I prefer a spot that has a nice restaurant and a spa so everything is just steps away. The Hyatt Regency Newport is lovely, as is the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa. One of my favorites is the Island Hotel. It is an elegant, boutique-style enclave right in the heart of Fashion Island. The suites are sweet. They have four luxury suites with panoramic coastal views and are appointed with flair and sophistication.

There are also junior suites offering lovely coastal views. The Spa is lovely and secluded. The pool is nestled in a tropical setting, with comfy burgundy cabanas. Oak Grill Restaurant is wonderful with Californiainspired cuisine and offers terrace seating. We also enjoy a happy hour cocktail by the fire pit to toast the evening, and we like to park the car and never leave the hotel. (Island Hotel at IslandHotel.com) PICNICKING WITH A VIEW

With a nod to my “back to nature” side, I also enjoy a good old fashioned picnic. The perfect spot to do just that is Lookout Point along Ocean Avenue at Heliotrope Avenue in Corona del Mar. Here is the ideal vantage point to capture a glistening sunset, perched high above the harbor. I never forget my selfie stick. Another spot down on the sand is Pirate’s Cove. This secret spot is located at the opening of the harbor. It is best to enter via Corona del Mar State Beach. We climb over some hefty rocks; however, it is well worth the effort. The reward is calm waters and small caves for exploring. The opening scene of Gilligan’s Island was filmed there, so what’s not to love?

So whether it is a picnic in a park, a ferris wheel ride in Balboa Village, or a walk on the beach at Crystal Cove, I hope you enjoy a romantic outing with a dash of spontaneity. A “surprise outing” is my favorite one of all!

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