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Honour thy Father! As a young boy, scriptures, priests and nuns imbedded this commandment in my mind. It was never a challenge for me to respect my dad, since he consistently showed me what it meant to be a man, husband and father.
I have been so fortunate to have the selfless Joe Vicelja as my dad. My father is a Civil Engineer from USC, a Veteran of the Army Corps of Engineers, a husband celebrating his 67th wedding anniversary with my mom this June, a father of five children and grandfather of eleven. My dad rarely, if ever, puts himself first. His devotion and love for my mom is unbreakable. I can hardly recall anything my dad did purely for his own joy. He’s not addicted to playing golf (like me), watching sports on television or restoring classic cars. His life is one of service, which is where he derives joy in his life. He never placed his wants or needs first, always concerned with making his wife happy and helping support his family. Gardening… I guess dad’s one escape could be the old “working in the yard.” It’s not my idea of fun, but I definitely am not mistaken for the unparalleled Joe Vicelja.
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When disaster strikes your home, the last thing you need is more uncertainty. 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 9,000-squarefoot 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.
With 9,000 square feet, 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
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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.
The new facility is also home to the team behind the scenes of South County Restoration's expanding operations, led by Erika and Kelli. These two superstars handle the calls and claim process with your insurance company so you don't have to. "They help facilitate everything around the claim process," Annmarie McCants says, "They work so well with insurance companies. Between the two of them, they have extensive experience ensuring customers get as much money as they deserve after a flood or plumbing leak." Erika and Kelli are a big reason South County was named a 2024 Neighborhood Fave from the Nextdoor app and have a 5-star rating on Google Reviews — they know what they're doing and love helping customers in every possible way.
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. Other restoration companies may say they're full-service, but only South County provides fullservice offerings from day one through resolution, plus private storage that they manage in-house. South County has no franchises; your family will work with the same crew from start to finish.
Friends of so many San Clemente charities and non-profits, South County recently announced they are a proud sponsor of the first annual San Clemente Home Tour, starting October 24, 2025. Much like the Corona del Mar and Newport home tours, this event will showcase several stunning properties in San Clemente, celebrate local architecture and design, and support San Clemente public schools.
Tickets for the inaugural San Clemente Home Tour will go on sale soon. See SCHomeTour.org for more details, pricing, and sponsorship opportunities.
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Cruise on down this Saturday, May 31, as the 29th Annual San Clemente Car Show rolls into town on Del Mar from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This beloved event, hosted by the San Clemente Downtown Business Association, promises a day filled with classic charm, beautiful cars and community spirit.
What began in 1995 as a few classic car enthusiasts gathered at the San Clemente Community Center has grown into a beloved annual car show, drawing thousands of spectators. Stroll along the 100 and 200 blocks of Avenida Del Mar, where over 250 meticulously restored vehicles—including classics, woodies, muscle cars, hot rods, exotics, and vintage trailers—will be on display. Enjoy live entertainment from COA (Community Outreach Alliance), The Chancers, Altar Billie's and Ruby and the Barbwire Boys, while food trucks, slot car races, and vendor booths add to the festive atmosphere. Downtown shops and eateries will be open, offering unique finds and delicious bites. This is a wonderful community event for the whole family.
New this year, Parking Concepts will manage vehicle load-in, ensuring a smoother experience for participants. The SCDBA thanks South Orange County Rods & Customs for their years of outstanding volunteer service to the San Clemente Car Show. Attendees are encouraged to utilize the free San Clemente Trolley, with convenient pickups outside the Starbucks at The Outlets and other stops near the event venue. The trolley picks up every 15 minutes at stops along the Red Line route. For a map of all trolley stops and real-time trolley tracking, visit www. sctrolley.com.
The San Clemente Car Show is free to spectators and welcomes wellbehaved dogs. With the large crowds, nervous or aggressive dogs may be uncomfortable in this setting. Proceeds support local businesses, nonprofits, and downtown initiatives. For more information or to register a vehicle, visit www.SCCarShow.com.
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Get ready to be Greek for a day—or an entire weekend—as the beloved Irvine Greek Fest returns for its 45th year at St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Church. From June 20–22, the church campus at 4949 Alton Parkway transforms into a lively celebration of food, culture, music, and family fun. This long-running tradition has been a summer highlight since 1980, drawing crowds from across Orange County.
Festivalgoers can enjoy authentic Greek cuisine, boutique shopping, live entertainment, and cultural experiences. The “agora” marketplace features artisan vendors, a bookstore, and a kids’ zone with carnival rides. Live Greek music by the Takis Kokotas Band and folk dancing by the Agape and Zoi youth groups (Saturday & Sunday at 3 and 5 p.m.) keep the energy going all weekend.
Food is a major highlight, with a menu full of time-tested favorites—lamb, gyros, saganaki, spanakopita, dolmathes, Greek salad, and pastichio— plus sweets like baklava and the crowd-favorite loukoumathes (honeydrenched doughnut holes). Stop by the kafenio for Greek coffee and frappés, or the taverna bar for Greek beer, wine, and a big screen showing weekend sports.
Guests can also tour the church’s stunning interior, featuring 20,000 square feet of handcrafted mosaic iconography—some of the most unique sacred artwork in Orange County. Church tours run throughout the weekend and offer insight into Orthodox Christianity’s rich heritage.
Festival hours are Friday 5 to 10 p.m., Saturday noon to 10 p.m. and Sunday noon to 9 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults; children under 12 are free. Seniors 65+ receive free admission Saturday from noon to 5 p.m., and veterans, military, and first responders are always free. Free parking and shuttle service are available from the Lake View Senior Center, and bike racks are on-site.
Proceeds benefit the ministries and outreach of St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Church. For more info, visit IrvineGreekFest.com or follow @irvinegreekfest on social media.
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6/1 KEN GARCIA
6/5 BIG COUNTRY
6/6 THE WINEHOUSE EXPERIENCE
6/7 YYNOT (TribuTe To ruSH)
6/8 HOWIE DAY
6/12 PURE PRARIE LEAGUE
6/13 BUFFETT BEACH
6/14 DON MCLEAN
6/15 LIVE DEAD & BROTHERS (MuSic of THe GraTeful DeaD & allMan broS)
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6/20 EVE 6
6/21 CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE: DaViD boWie’S ZiGGY’ STarDuST
6/27 HEARTWRECKERS (TribuTe To ToM PeTTY)
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7/5 AMBROSIA
7/11 THE ENGLISH BEAT
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7/13 THE CREAM OF CLAPTON BAND “UNPLUGGED”
7/17 DUANE BETTS AND PALMETTO MOTEL
7/18 JOURNEY USA
7/19 FAST TIMES
7/20 STARSHIP
7/26 VENICE
7/27 BOBBY GRAY
7/30 MONOPHONICS
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8/15 THE MOTELS
8/16 SKELETON CREW (GraTeful DeaD TribuTe)
8/22 SUPER DIAMOND (neil DiaMonD TribuTe)
8/23 SUPER DIAMOND (neil DiaMonD TribuTe)
8/24 SOUTHERN AVENUE & WILL HOGE
8/28 TAB BENOIT 8/29 MONTROSE LIVE
8/31 JUDY COLLINS
9/3 SHAWN MULLINS
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9/6 THE DEVON ALLMAN BLUES SUMMIT
9/7 BENISE (25 YearS of PaSSion)
9/12 BEATLES vs STONES (a MuSical SHoWDoWn)
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9/18 BOB ANDERSON (TribuTe To franK
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