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It’s a Dry Heat! I’m so happy to be back home a brief trip to Phoenix last week. It was our first return to Arizona in 8 years. I’m shocked I lasted 3 summers (I counted the years by summers) in Scottsdale in the mid-90s. My advertising career started with me wearing a suit and tie, selling radio advertising, constantly getting in-and-out of my car in the scorching heat. There is tremendous beauty in the desert and it offers comfortable temperatures for four months of the year, but those extremes are a bit much. I returned to the office one August afternoon, feeling my body melting in my dress shirt and tie, knowing it was unusually hot. The bubbly receptionist at the radio station said, “I can’t believe it’s 124 out there today!”
I returned home that night after work, looked at my girlfriend and said, “I’m done. It’s time to move back to California.” Three months later we were back in SoCal, with cool ocean breezes and a new home in Monarch Beach. Ahhh!
Many wonderful family events await us this July, be it concerts and movies in the park, The Ocean Festival and of course fireworks on the Fourth. Check out our calendar for details and Happy Independence Day to you all.
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Sanctuary has been a staple in the local design community, known for offering not just stylish furnishings but exceptional service. Their custom upholstery department has long been a favorite among local designers and returning customers. “We’ve done hundreds of custom sectionals for South County homes,” Dennis says. “California layouts practically demand them. We help customers find the right size, shape and style to fit their space and their family’s lifestyle.”
And if you’ve shopped at Sanctuary before, chances are you’ve seen the same smiling faces every time. “We’re a true mom-andpop store,” Dennis says. “We’ve had the same staff for over 20 years and our delivery driver has been with us since day one. Customers remember that. We’ve even had kids who used to watch cartoons in our showroom come back years later to buy furniture for their own homes.”
The community has certainly taken notice. From local families and long-time regulars to designers and decorators, Sanctuary built a loyal following over the decades. But now, as Dennis prepares to close the current chapter, the focus is on offering customers one last chance to save big on high-quality pieces before the doors close for good.
All inventory is marked down, with the final day of business set for September 30, 2025. Custom upholstery orders will be accepted through mid-August, so if you’ve been putting off a reupholstery project or are considering a new sofa, now’s the time.
Whether you need a new sectional, a statement dining table, a few accent pieces, or a fresh outdoor setup for summer, everything must go—and it’s priced to move.
Showroom & Warehouse Liquidation — EVERYTHING MUST GO!
After 26 and a half years of serving South Orange County, Sanctuary Home & Patio is closing its doors—and liquidating everything in its showroom and warehouse. Now through September 30, shoppers will find deep discounts on all indoor and outdoor furniture, décor, art, lighting and custom upholstery. With the business officially closing this fall, this is a rare opportunity to take home quality furnishings at once-in-a-lifetime prices.
Sanctuary, formerly known as Renaissance Home Furnishings, has been a trusted resource for everything from cozy family room
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sectionals and custom dining sets to highend patio furniture and outdoor accessories. Their 11,000-square-foot showroom is filled with pieces from top brands like Sunset West, Polywood and Telescope Casual, alongside custom upholstery handmade in a Los Angeles facility. They also have a warehouse packed with additional inventory—all of which is being liquidated.
“People know us for our outdoor collections,” says owner Dennis Penman, “but we’ve always been a complete home showroom. Living rooms, dining rooms, media consoles, home offices—you name it. It’s all going now.”
As Dennis reflects on this farewell chapter, he shares this heartfelt message, “Thank you to all of our customers for your love and support over the last 26 years. We'll miss you!”
SOUTH COUNTY RESTORATION
Casey McCants
For years, South County Restoration has worked to ensure their clients have a smooth, stress-free clean-up from water and fire damage, but their latest move adds another level of service that homeowners will love.
The idea struck owners Casey and Annmarie McCants when they relocated to a 9,000square-foot facility in the Rancho San Clemente area. The new warehouse provided so much extra space that they offered an often overlooked restoration need: storage.
After a major plumbing disaster, some families have to move to temporary housing while their homes are being repaired and some of those restoration procedures are so large that every piece of furniture has to be moved out of the house. Those mobile or portable storage units won’t hold everything that needs to go and the closest storage facility may be in Corona or even further away.
South County can provide clients with private, safe, temperature-controlled storage in its expansive new facility. They knew homeowners dreaded the hassle, cost and time of finding places large enough for big furniture; now they can keep everything together with the same company performing the repairs and restoration. South County was already considered a one-stop shop, but now it truly is! And in a notable act of community service, owners Casey and Annmarie say that they’re storing items for victims of the Altadena and Pacific Palisades fires until their homes are rebuilt—a process expected to take approximately three years.
South County’s service offerings have evolved to include every step of the plumbing repair protocols, from leak detection to re-piping and repairs. Water and mold damage restoration has always been in their wheelhouse, so adding new services that the same clients would need for the same emergencies just made sense. They’re also expert fire restoration technicians and offer the same services for commercial buildings as they do for your home. Only South County provides full-service offerings from day one through resolution, plus private storage that they manage in-house.
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OCEAN FESTIVAL San Clemente
The Original “The Greatest Show on Surf” Returns
Before the Olympics land on our sand, experience the original coastal showdown that’s been making waves for nearly five decades. The San Clemente Ocean Festival is back for its 47th year and this one’s set to shine brighter than ever.
Join us July 19–20, 2025 at the iconic San Clemente Pier for a weekend packed with athletic feats, beachside beats and sun-drenched fun for the whole crew. From lifeguard legends and groms to dory teams and bodysurfers, watch as wave warriors compete for glory, medallions and local bragging rights.
SATURDAY HIGHLIGHTS:
– National Doryman Association Races (cue the splash zone)
– Groms Rule® Surf Contest: Push-In Division
– 12th Annual Dolphin Dash Kid’s Beach Run
– FREE sunset concert featuring A Bunch of Guys (not Creedence, but close enough)
– BBQ dinner on the sand, blankets encouraged
– Woodies on the Pier—vintage rides + salty vibes
SUNDAY STOKE:
– More grom action in the surf
– 2nd Annual Bodysurfing Invitational
– Sand Sculpting Competitions
– The legendary Great Rubber Duck Race
JULY 19-20
– VWs Buses on the Pier—good vibes + classic rides
ALL WEEKEND LONG:
– Youth Pavilion packed with crafts, games & beachside fun
– Ocean-inspired Art Show in Parque del Mar
– Pancake breakfast by the SC Lifeguards (stack ‘em high, support the tribe)
Admission is FREE and getting there is easy; ride the train or hop on our complimentary shuttle from San Clemente High School.
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A HOPPY PLACE TO GATHER AND RAISE A GLASS JUDGE BREWERY
BY DINA SCAGLIONE
Few things satisfy quite like an ice-cold beer on a warm summer day. Add in a friendly staff, the soft clink of pint glasses and the low hum of good conversation around high-top tables and every sip becomes just a little more enjoyable. Perched above Pico in San Clemente, Judge Brewery opened last fall and has quickly earned a loyal following—not just for its expertly crafted IPAs, but for creating a space where community and craft intersect.
After years of perfecting their signature ale for restaurant distribution, founders and homebrewing experts Chris and Ashley took things a step further. They enlisted a seasoned brewmaster to expand their original recipes and help bring their vision of an elevated, community-first brewery to life.
The result? A menu of cleverly named, small-batch beers that are as fun to drink as they are to order. The Lady Justice Kölsch is crisp and easy-drinking. The Under Oath IPA brings bold, West Coast flavor with zesty, woodsy notes, while Run! It’s the Hops! layers citrus and pine into a sharp pale ale. The Red Ale delivers smooth, toffee-toned depth. For those who like it light and tropical, Jury Juice IPA blends Mosaic, Zappa and Motueka hops with pineapple, mango and passionfruit. The Last-Straw-Kiwi Seltzer tastes like summer in a glass and the Bad Boyz, Bad Boyz Sour finishes with sweet-tart flair and a cheerful magenta hue.
Judge Brewery has also become a local go-to for community events. Pints & Pistons, held the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., puts a craft beer twist on the classic cars-andcoffee meetup. With food trucks and a parade of hot rods, muscle cars, sportscars and vintage rides, it’s a social scene you won’t want to miss. The brewery is kid and pet-friendly and offers game nights every Thursday at 6 p.m., plus rotating events like cooking classes.
Judge Brewery is open Wednesday and Thursday from 12 to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 12 to 10 p.m. and Sundays from 12 to 8 p.m. On Pints & Pistons Saturdays, doors open early at 10:30 a.m. The openconcept space is also available for private events.
Whether you’re into hop-forward brews or just looking for a laid-back spot to hang, Judge Brewery makes its case clear. As their slogan says, “You be the Judge!”
JUDGE BREWERY
924 Calle Negocio Ste C, San Clemente 949.361.5922 | JudgeBrewery.com
RESERVATIONS ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED (TO ENSURE LOBSTER AVAILABILITY)
THE 47TH ANNUAL SAN CLEMENTE OCEAN FESTIVAL
Lifeguard/Jr. Lifeguard Competitions
5k Beach Run/1 mile Ocean Swim
2nd Annual Bodysurfing Invitational
Groms Rule® Kid’s Surf Contest
Youth Pavilion/ Ocean Art Show
Woodies and VW Buses on the Pier/Great Rubber Duck Race
Sand Sculpting Contest and much more!
Please visit our website at: Oceanfestival.org for more information .
