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Fast Times on Del Mar

San Clemente’s 15th Annual Car Show offers a bevy of makes, models and family fun E Y E O N S C / PAG E 6

Gary Clark, owner of a 1951 Mercury Woodie Wagon named “Moondoggie,” has entered his vehicle into San Clemente’s 15th Annual Car Show presented by the Downtown Business Association.

Photo by Andrea Swayne

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO Those interested in the future of Capistrano’s downtown this week were invited to attend a series of workshops to watch consultants actually create the master plan for what officials and residents hope will be a more vibrant central core. The city and Studio One Eleven were hosting a public workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 9, with a summary of community input and a review of the preliminary master plan framework with alternatives. On Thursday, June 10, an open studio will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., including a discussion of the work in progress. That will be followed by a public presentation of the plan from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, June 11. The community meetings will be at a storefront located at 31882 Del Obispo, Suite 156. The entire process, including environmental review, is expected to take about 17 months to complete.

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On behalf of Malinda Traudt—a severely ill 29-year-old San Clemente woman who on May 18 filed a lawsuit alleging that the City of Dana Point’s attempt to shut down the Beach Cities Collective, where her mother obtains her medical marijuana, is unconstitutional— attorney Jeff Schwartz, on May 24, requested that the court speed up proceedings saying that his client may not live long enough to see the case through. Schwartz’s request was accompanied by a letter from Traudt’s physician stating that she could not be medically certain that her patient will survive longer than six months. Dana Point City Attorney Patrick Munoz, the same day, filed an opposition asking that Schwartz’s request be denied. Superior Court Judge Tam Nomoto Schumann granted Schwartz’s request to expedite proceedings.

A trial date was set by Judge Schumann for September 20.

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…Real Estate Fraud Scheme?

THE LATEST: According to a June 4, 2010 Orange County District Attorney’s press release, Blair Christopher Hanloh, 46, of Long Beach was charged with grand theft for stealing more than $3.5 million in a fraudulent real estate scheme, renting out houses in Dana Point, San Clemente and Anaheim. The problem with him renting these homes—he neither owns them nor acted as an agent on behalf of the owners.

Hanloh would allegedly look for vacant properties that were in foreclosure, post a notice on the home labeling it an “abandoned property,” then return a few weeks later, drill the locks and “take possession” of the home.

He would then change the locks and post “no trespassing” signs at the properties.

Hanloh would then file fake quitclaim deeds on the properties via his company, Blair Hanloh Trustee of Diversified Management Trust (Diversified Management), to change “ownership” from himself to his company in order to perpetrate his scheme. (Quitclaim deeds are documents that pass ownership of real property from the owner to another party and are filed with the county Clerk and Recorder’s Offices.)

He would then advertise the homes for rent and lease them to unsuspecting tenants via fraudulent lease agreements and begin collecting rent.

Hanloh is accused of using this scheme to rent out houses on Sea Bright Drive in Dana Point and Birch Tree in Anaheim Hills in February after fixing up the homes and then posting them for rent online on Craigslist.

In March, Hanloh did the same with a home on Rainview Court in Anaheim, a home in foreclosure on Del Gado Road in Dana Point and another that was scheduled to be sold at auction on Avenida Valencia in San Clemente.

WHAT’S NEXT: According to the press release Hanloh is charged with, “eight felony counts of grand theft, five felony counts of recording false and forged instruments, one felony count of second degree commercial burglary, and sentencing enhancement allegations for property theft over $65,000, $200,000, $1.3 www.sanclementetimes.com

million, $3.2 million, and aggravated white collar crime over $100,000 and $500,000. If convicted, he faces a maximum sentence of 21 years in state prison.”

The investigation into Hanloh began when the Anaheim Police Department received a complaint from the legal owner of the Rainview Court house called to report finding tenants he knew nothing about living in his house. The Orange County District Attorney’s office assisted with the investigation. Senior Deputy District Attorney Pete Pierce of the Major Fraud Unit is prosecuting this case.

Hanloh’s arraignment is scheduled for July 14, 2010 at 8:30 a.m. in Santa Ana at the Central Justice Center, Department C-55.

FIND OUT MORE: www.orangecountyda.com —Andrea Swayne

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…Traffic Info by Phone?

THE LATEST: Motorists can now get traffic information, even how long it will take to travel point-to-point, just by dialing 5-1-1 from any phone. The automated system managed by transportation officials in Los Angeles, Orange and Ventura counties, can tell motorists what the traffic is like at hot spots, what travel times will be or public transit information, said Joel Zlotnik, a spokesman for the Orange County Transportation Agency.

The system’s corresponding website, www.go511.com, also works as a trip planner and integrates public transportation options across counties, Zlotnik said.

For example, if you wanted to take public transportation from San Clemente to Los Angeles, the system could tell you where to catch a bus to the San Clemente train station, which train to take to LA, then what bus or light-rail system you’d need to get to your final destination.

“It’s a nice feature,” Zlotnik said. “Most online trip planners don’t integrate different systems.”

The website also has vanpool and carpool information and pairing.

The OCTA will pay about $59,000 a year to maintain the system, which is part of a national network. The funding comes from a $1 transportation-services charge paid with

vehicle registrations.

WHAT’S NEXT: The system has been available for testing for some time, was officially unveiled this week.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.go511.com or www.octa.net —Jonathan Volzke

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…CUSD Celebrating Teachers?

THE LATEST: Capistrano Unified School District will celebrate its teachers of the year on Tuesday, June 15 at a ceremony delayed and moved because of the five-day teachers strike earlier this year.

San Clemente resident Kathleen Sigafoos is the high school teacher of the year for the district. She teaches at San Clemente High School. Other San Clemente Teachers of the Year are Laurie Flynn, Truman Benedict; Kim Burns, Concordia; Andrea Brannam, Las Palmas; Kassi Greene, Clarence Lobo; Barbara Maroshek, Marblehead; Amy Abbott, Vista del Mar; Laura Copeland, Vista del Mar; Elizabeth Lewis, Bernice Ayers; Jeremy Chung, Shorecliffs.

WHAT’S NEXT: The ceremony will be 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 15 at Ocean Hills Community Church. 32222 Del Obispo St., San Juan Capistrano. Dr. Joseph Farley, the district’s incoming superintendent, is scheduled to make a short address at the event.

FIND OUT MORE: See the Beyond the Blackboard blog at www.sanclementetimes.com —JV

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…Hutchens Keeping Sheriff’s Seat?

THE LATEST: Sheriff Sandra Hutchens will keep her seat as Orange County’s top cop, garnering more than the necessary 50 percent of the vote Tuesday to avoid a run-off election in November.

Hutchens’ closest challenger was Bill Hunt, the one-time San Clemente Chief of

Police Services who was forced to retire from the sheriff’s department after challenging then-sheriff Michael Carona in an election.

Hutchens was appointed to replace Carona in 2008 when he resigned to fight federal corruption charges.

Hunt works as a private investigator, and gained the endorsement by the Orange County Association of Deputy Sheriffs. But he also took some heat and lost support of Santa Ana police officers when he sat a defense table of a gang member accused of a crime. Hunt said he believes the defendant is innocent.

Hutchens received 144,920 votes, or 51.9 percent of the ballots cast. Hunt received 78,276, or 28 percent, while Craig Hunter got 56,036, or 20.1 percent. About 316,000 of Orange County’s 1.6 million voters cast a ballot, for a turnout of just under 20 percent.

WHAT’S NEXT: On his website, Hunt thanked his supporters and wished the department well.

“Congratulations to Sheriff Sandra Hutchins on a decisive win and to Craig Hunter for a hard fought campaign,” Hunt says. “Thanks to the men and women of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department who supported me as their choice for sheriff. Your endorsement of me, not once but three times, was truly the greatest honor of my life. I wish all of you and the department the very best as you move forward from here.”

FIND OUT MORE: www.ocvotes.com; www. billhuntforsheriff2010.com —JV

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…Repairs on Water Pipeline?

THE LATEST: Residents are asked to continue using water wisely and efficiently, especially from June 8 through June 15 while the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan) shuts down the Allen-McColloch Pipeline (AMP Pipeline) to repair several sections of this major supply pipeline.

Officials from Metropolitan and the Municipal Water District of Orange County (MWDOC) made the precautionary water-saving request on May 27 as Metropolitan prepares for the shutdown of the AMP pipeline, which (Cont. on page 5) June 10–16, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 3

Eye on SC (Cont. from page 3) is a regional water line serving communities from Yorba Linda south to San Clemente.

“San Clemente consumers have done an excellent job responding to the request to save water to deal with the current shortage of water from the State Water Project,” Mayor Jim Dahl said in a statement. “This, however, is a critical repair coming during a typically warm period. We all need to continue to do our part and reduce water use while the repairs are made.”

Routine scheduled shutdowns of facilities are typically planned during the winter when temperatures are cooler and demands are lower, thus reducing the impact to consumers. However, a recent inspection of the AMP pipeline revealed sections that need immediate attention.

WHAT’S NEXT: The 26-mile AMP Pipeline extends from the water district’s Robert B. Diemer Water Treatment Plant in Yorba Linda to the El Toro Reservoir in Lake Forest, typically delivering up to 100 million gallons of water a day in the month of June for Orange County residents. The line is the primary source of supplemental, imported water to south county communities served

by MWDOC. Imported water comprises approximately 85 percent of San Clemente’s total water supply.

The City of San Clemente asks residents and businesses to keep doing their part to ensure reservoirs and local supplies will not be drained. There are many easy steps residents can take that include the following: Outdoors: Reduce outdoor watering.

Refrain from filling swimming pools or spas.

Avoid hosing down driveways and sidewalks.

Indoors: Limit shower times to 5 minutes.

Run full loads for laundry and dishes.

FIND OUT MORE: Additional water-saving measures and water-waste restrictions can be found at www.san-clemente.org/WaterSmartSC or by calling the City’s Utilities Division at 949.366.1553.

—David Zimmerle

On the Bubble Other topics making news this week Max Berg Park public meeting rescheduled: The City of San Clemente has rescheduled its public meeting on Max Berg Park to June 14 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the multi-purpose room at Las Palmas School, 1101 Calle Puente. Participation is important as those who attend can share their views and have a voice in improving the community, while also participating in the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) sidewalk meeting. At the SRTS meeting, discussion

will revolve around the installation of new sidewalks around Max Berg Park Plaza, Las Palmas School parking concerns and other traffic concerns. For more information, past notes on subcommittees, and to ensure your name is on the mailing list, contact Denise Obrero of the City of San Clemente at 949.366.4755 or ObreroD@san-clemente. org.

Community members invited to tour the proposed Playa Del Norte project: The City of San Clemente invites members of the community to join Mayor Jim Dahl for a site tour of the proposed Playa del Norte project on June 12 at 9 a.m.

At the request of the public, this proposed project planned for the North Beach area of San Clemente is now outlined with tape, providing a visual map of the main buildings and plazas included in the Playa del Norte project. The clearly marked project outlines should help people better understand the project. LAB Holding of Costa Mesa was selected by the City to design a project at 2312 Plaza a la Playa. The project calls for 24,280 square feet of retail space, 13,590 square feet of restaurant space, 4,290 square feet of office space and 9,180 square feet of utility and storage space. Participants in the Mayor’s Walk will receive a handout detailing the project specifics; however,

these are also available currently at the Ole Hanson Beach Club in the lobby area. For more information, call the City Manager’s Office, 100 Avenida Presidio, at 949.361.8322.

U.S. Border Patrol Seizes Marijuana Stash at I-5 Rest Stop: Hours after U.S. Border Patrol agents conducted a $1.4 million marijuana seizure in La Jolla on June 1, a 28-year-old male from Chula Vista was arrested in a separate incident for smuggling 230 pounds of marijuana at an Interstate 5 rest stop in San Clemente. At about 7:15 a.m. June 1, an agent patrolling the rest stop spotted some suspicious activity involving the male suspect. Upon investigation, the agent uncovered a narcotics smuggling attempt as 46 packages of marijuana were discovered inside the trunk of a vehicle the suspect was driving. The agent arrested the smuggler and seized 230 pounds of marijuana, which had an estimated street value of $115,090. Agents later turned over custody of the suspect and narcotics to the Drug Enforcement Administration. While U.S. Border Patrol agents in San Diego Sector maintain a strong enforcement posture on the immediate border to detect and interdict all potential cross-border threats, a layered enforcement posture is also maintained along major routes of egress through coordinated enforcement operations and interior checkpoints.

• 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment welcome home event June 11: The 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, based out of Camp Pendleton, has recently returned from deployment in Afghanistan. The San Clemente Chamber, in conjunction with the City of San Clemente, Rod’s Tree Service, El Señor Barber, will be honoring the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines and Sailors, as well as their family members June 11, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at San Onofre State Beach. Dick Rodriguez of Rod’s Tree Service will chair this special day. He along with many volunteers will cook and serve a BBQ lunch to approximately 1000 Marines and their families. If you would like to become a sponsor of this event in honor of the men and women of 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines Regiment, call 949.492.1131 for more information. The Chamber is accepting donations and gifts. If you would like to donate please contact the Chamber office. Either you may deliver to the Chamber office or we will be happy to collect at your establishment. All donors will be included in the Chamber Newsletter. Examples of gifts include beach toys, retail gift certificates, dinner or lunch coupons, movie tickets, calling cards, gift cards, etc. If you would like to volunteer, please call the Chamber office to sign up. More information is also available at 949.492.1131. • Municipal Teleworker Advisory Group set for next meeting: Local flex-executives (aka teleworkers) are encouraged to join Mayor Jim Dahl and local teleworkers for an insightful discussion on a variety of topics such as identifying shared business skills; brick and mortar benefits; breakout meetings/seminars for the teleworker; childcare opportunities; activities to get flex-executives out of the home and interacting in the community; and improving cellular phone coverage. The meeting is planned for Tuesday, June 22 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Café Calypso, 114 Avenida Del Mar. For more information, call 949.361.8254. This will be the second meeting of the Municipal Teleworker Advisory Group. The first meeting was held on May 11. This group is a subgroup within the San Clemente Chapter of the Orange County Teleworkers Association, a non-profit membership group. Anyone who is a San Clemente teleworker is invited to attend and get involved. There is no fee to join. For more information, please log onto the following link: www.scl.octeleworkers.com/mtag.htm.

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City and Community Calendar Thursday, June 10 SC Summer Class Registration Register now for recreation classes offered by the city. 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Chat with Pat 10:30 a.m. Health-insurance specialist visits the Senior Center to answer questions. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Neighborhood Committee Meeting 6:30 p.m. San Clemente Collaborative group meeting at St. Clement’s Episcopal Church. 202 Avenida Aragon, 949.205.2562, scccollaborative@gmail.com.

Sunday, June 13

Dark Friday

SCAA Meeting

City offices closed. www.san-clemente.org.

3 p.m.–5 p.m. The San Clemente Art Association meets the second Sunday at the Community Center. Refreshments served. Members free, non-members $5 donation. 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.492.7175, www.scartgallery.com.

Toastmasters

Monday, June 14

Wednesday, June 16

Fun on the Run

Garden Club Installation Luncheon

2:15 p.m.-4:15 p.m. Make Father’s Day gifts for Dad and do activities all this week with the traveling after-school program. Mondays are at Rancho SC Park. Other locations listed online.

949.361.8264, www.san-clemente.org.

Senior Center Anniversary Party

Marine Welcome Home Event 11 a.m. Join the SC Chamber as they welcome home and honor the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment at San Onofre Beach, Camp Pendleton. 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com.

Blood Drive 1 p.m.–7 p.m. Donate blood to the Red Cross at the Community Center. 100 N. Calle Seville, 714.427.2626, floresm@usa.redcross.org.

TGIF Party 12 p.m. Entertainment by Gerri Iris and more at the Senior Center. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Saturday, June 12 Trail Clearing & Weeding

7 p.m. Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

8 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Spend time in the beautiful outdoors and clear trails at the Donna O’Neill Conservancy. Free. 949.923.2210, www.theconservancy.org.

Pajama Storytime

Mayor’s Walk

7 p.m. Wear your PJs and listen to stories at the Library. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

9 a.m. Talk and walk with the mayor at the site of the proposed Playa del Norte project. 2313 Plaza a la Playa, www.san-clemente.org.

Coastal Advisory Committee Meeting

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33122 Valle Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.9200, www.capousd.org.

Friday, June 11

German Speaking Group 2 p.m.–4p.m. Every Monday at Café Calypso.

114 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.8436.

Tuesday, June 15 Wellness Group Meeting 9 a.m. Meets at SC Presbyterian Church; to work on developing free and low-cost healthrealted community services. 119 N. Ave. De la Estrella, yourwellnesscoach@cox.net.

CUSD Board Meeting 5:30 p.m. The Capo school district board meets in the Education Center Board Room,

7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Practice public speaking in a friendly and supportive atmosphere at the library, 242 Ave. Del Mar, 949.361. 8463, www.sanclemente.freetoasthost.net.

11:30 a.m. New officers, awards, lunch and more. Call for location. 949.492.5518, www.sanclementegardenclub.com.

12 p.m. Celebration of 28 years of service to seniors and the community. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Planning Commission Meeting 6 p.m. Study session in Ocean View Conference Room; 7 p.m. Regular meeting in Council Chambers. 100 Avenida Presidio, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

SOCGEMS Meeting 7:30 p.m. The South Orange County Gem & Mineral Society Meeting meets the third Wednesday of the month in the Community Center. 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.498.3069, www.socgems.org.

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Fast Times on Del Mar San Clemente’s 15th Annual Car Show offers a bevy of makes, models and family fun

By David Zimmerle San Clemente Times

J

ust a little deuce coupe with a flathead mill But she’ll walk a Thunderbird like she’s standin’ still She’s ported and relieved and she’s strokin’ four She’ll do a hundred and forty in the top end floored She’s my little deuce coupe You don’t know what I got (Little deuce coupe You don’t know what I got)” —Lyrics from the song “Little Deuce Coupe” by the Beach Boys If you’ve ever wondered why car buffs love restoring their cars to pristine condition and, in turn, find kicks in showing off their cherry wheels, you have a chance to see just “what [they’ve] got.” San Clemente’s 15th Annual Car Show, presented by the Downtown Business Association, fires up from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 13, on Avenida Del Mar in downtown San Clemente. Come rain or shine, 300 show-quality cars are ready to roll into town with drivers coming in from all over Southern California and as far away as Arizona.

As the public will be delighted with a fine gamut of automobiles, this family event will also feature several vendors, displays and other forms of entertainment all with the intent to inspire the inner car enthusiast in everyone.

The 12 different categories are Custom, Sports Car, Roadster, Street Rod, Woodie, Truck, Exotic, Convertible, Specialty, Foreign, Classic and Muscle Car. New to the San Clemente 15th Annual Car Show is the fact that it is open to all show quality vehicles. In the past, all cars entered had to be pre-1970, but this year is different, as the public will see more exotic cars with newer Lamborghini’s, Ferrari’s and the like.

So with summer on the rise in all its hot, sun-soaked glory, there’s no better time to get out to this special event to pay tribute to some of the classiest rides you’ll find on the open road.

Beach Blanket Woodie Wonders Dana Point resident Gary Clark, former president of the Southern California Woodie Club, has entered his 1951 Mercury Woodie

Onlookers flood Avenida Del Mar during a previous car show. Courtesy of Creative Images

Wagon, “Moondoggie,” in the show and is looking forward to this year’s event.

“This is either the third or fourth time for me,” Clark said. “I don’t do it every year, but this year we’ve probably got 12 to 14 Woodies entered at the show altogether, so I decided to enter with the rest of the group.”

“Moondoggie,” whose restoration was finished about eight months ago, is equipped with a modern drive train, a term that describes all of the vehicle’s components—the engine, transmission, transfer case, drive shafts, differentials, axle shafts and wheel hubs—that both produce and

Gary Clark stands next to his 1951 Mercury Woodie Wagon “Moondoggie.” Photo by Andrea Swayne

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15th Annual San Clemente Car Show Presented by San Clemente Downtown Business Association Where: Avenida Del Mar, downtown San Clemente Date: Sunday, June 13, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: Free Parking: Free shuttle service from San Clemente High School More information: Call 949.498.4538 transmit power. This along with a chassis upgrade, and the fact that it is a modified hot rod, allow the vehicle to “really drive anywhere,” Clark said. The car was also rebuilt with a 2004 supercharged Mustang Cobra 32 cam-racing engine. Clark, opting to put something a little less common in the ride, said the engine offers 405 horsepower from the rear wheels—a feat that rarely, if ever, has happened for one of these even rarer vehicles.

It’s the second Woodie car Clark has restored in the last 10 years. His first was a 1946 Mercury Woodie Wagon nicknamed “Surfer Girl”—a tribute to Kathy KohnerZuckerman, the real life inspiration for the fictional character of Franzie, nicknamed Gidget, from the 1957 novel, “Gidget: the LITTLE girl with BIG ideas,” and from the film and television series from the 1960’s.

And “Surfer Girl” actually won the Mayor’s Choice award several year’s back.

“Moondoggie,” on the other hand, maintains an exceptionally tribal theme.

“Everything about the car is Tiki’d out,” Clark said. “The concept of the car is along the same lines as those old 1950’s beach party stories, and Moondoggie was also the boyfriend of Gidget in films and in the

television series. It’s a real special car.”

Production numbers for the 1951 Mercury Woodie Wagon are much smaller compared to the same vehicle Ford made that same year. According to Clark, Mercury produced only 3,800 Woodies in 1951 while Ford rolled out 29,000 from its production lines. While Ford did grow its own maple forest in Iron Mountain, Mich. to use in the assembly of its Woodie cars, Mercury, for some reason or another is just a cut about Ford, Clark said.

Regarding the event, Clark likes the community feel the car show offers.

“In my opinion it’s local, beach related, you see all your friends there and everyone in the area is so congenial and respectful of the cars,” Clark said. “We put a lot of our life into these cars, people love it, and we love to show them off.”

Model T Nostalgia San Clemente resident Dick Barry, 77, will park his 1918 Ford Model T along Del Mar and offer a little magic for passersby.

A professional magician by trade, Barry purchased his dream car about a year ago and is delighted to participate in the car show for the first time.

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Groups of show cars line Avenida Del Mar during San Clemente’s annual car show. Staff photos

Fast Times on Del Mar (Cont. from page 6) “I always wanted this particular car,” Barry said. “I ended up buying it on eBay nonetheless. It was located back in Ohio in a little town not too far from where I was raised. I had a friend back there take a look at it first before I bought it and had it shipped out to California.”

Barry said he owned a Ford Model A as a teenager, but there was always something special about the Model T. “I think this car really took us out of the horse and buggy age, and it’s the car that is really responsible for turning around America,” Barry said. “They made about 15 million of them from 1908 to 1927, and personally, I just like the looks and the specs of it.”

Since buying the car, Barry has joined the Orange County Model T Club and the National Model T Club, and though he doesn’t

SC Sheriff’s Blotter Co mpiled By JAMA L A L-SA R R A F All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department Web site (www.ocsd.org) and reflects data available from calls placed from the field by the responding officer(s). An arrest doesn’t represent guilt.

The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site.

Tuesday, June 8 WELFARE CHECK Calle Mirador, 1400 Block (4:34 p.m.)

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consider himself a car collector, he’s still learning new things about his old-time love.

While at the car show, Barry also plans to entertain onlookers with some magic tricks that are part of his repertoire. An interesting note rests on the name of the car, “Jennie.”

Tapping into his roots as a magician, Barry named the vehicle after an animal in one of Harry Houdini’s (1874-1926) disappearing acts.

“I’ve always loved the magic of Houdini,” Barry said. “I named the car after one of his most impressive illusions—the time where he made ‘Jennie,’ the 10,000 pound elephant, disappear onstage at the Hippodrome in New York City. The year was 1918, the same as my car, so it’s just funny how that worked out.”

Driving No Matter What Mission Viejo’s Allen Barr is another man and found him at his place of business. He said that he was not suicidal but required assistance from them.

BATTERY REPORT Avenida Vista Hermosa, 1300 Block (9:12 a.m.) A hospital worker called deputies when a patient slapped them across the face for treating them. It is unknown why the patient slapped the worker and they were transferred to another specialist.

DISTURBANCE Mariposa, 200 Block (8:19 a.m.) A tenant called authorities when their landlord began banging on their door early in the morning. After the landlord broke in, she destroyed much of the property inside the home. Deputies rushed to the scene to break up the rampage. No one was injured.

FIREWORK VIOLATION Avenida San Luis Rey, 100 Block (2:20 a.m.) A group of people began to ignite bottle rockets and M80s by the municipal golf course according to a sheriff’s report.

An informant called to report them because of the noise and deputies arrived on the scene to stop them.

Monday, June 7 SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE Avenida Madrid, 300 Block (2:54 p.m.)

first-timer whose red 1966 Buick Skylark Convertible is set to impress. Barr said he loves the camaraderie of the people who come to the car show, and the overall venue to display his passion.

“I’ve been to the San Clemente Street Fair in the past as a representative with the Boy Scouts and just love the area for a car show venue,” Barr said.

Barr recently purchased his beauty and considers his car part of a new hobby.

“I bought the car 80 percent restored, had some detailing work done to it and put in a new suspension,” Barr said. “I think the best thing about it is the fact that it’s from the 60s era. It’s a GM product and the cool thing about Buick is the fact that they only made 1900 cars of this model that year, compared to the 12,000 that Chevy produced.”

Barr also said his car is a little different

than most other show cars in the sense that it is a driver. Drivers are more equipped with standard features on newer cars like air conditioning, window washers, etc.

“A lot of people that have show cars don’t drive them all the time,” Barr said. “I’ve only got one car, so I’ve got to use it.”

A homeless man began to sift through trash in front of a woman’s house. When the woman confronted him and asked what he was doing he said that he was looking for the previous owners of her home. She called authorities later to report his suspicious behavior.

keys. During the call, the operator could hear a woman in the background screaming. After the operator asked if the man had been drinking or using drugs he denied the allegation and said that he was not being held against his will.

BURGLARY IN PROGRESS Via Presa, 200 Block (10:08 a.m.) An informant came home to find a psychotic man smashing out his windows and stealing things from his home. When confronted, the man ran away, started his vehicle and sped off. The informant dialed 911 to report the mentally ill man’s actions. After deputies caught the man, the informant decided not to press charges because of the man’s illness.

DRUNK DRIVING North El Camino Real / Avenida Pico (8:05 a.m.) A driver dialed 911 to report that a woman in a minivan with small children was swerving all over the road. The informant believed that the driver was drunk.

Sunday, June 6 CITIZEN ASSIST Via Montego, 200 Block (8:37 p.m.)

A drunken man called authorities when he said that he was being held against his will by his girlfriend who stole his car

A Labor of Love Event organizer and founder Dave Anderson has worked hard to pull off the event for the 15th straight year.

“It’s definitely a labor of love,” Anderson said. “I know the owners of these cars love sitting out in front of their vehicles and talking to people about the different aspects of them.

You get into the event too when you hear the cars firing up and can take in those unique smells of the exhaust. And I’m truly gratified by the quality of all of them—they’re all highend and pristine.” SC

BRANDISHING A WEAPON Canada, 100 Block (7:03 p.m.) A man went outside to his balcony to find his neighbor pointing a rifle at him. He ran inside and immediately called authorities to investigate why his neighbor was pointing the gun at him.

Deputies rushed to the scene and asked the man to step outside of his home so they could investigate.

UNKNOWN TROUBLE Calle Malaguena, 500 Block (3:15 p.m.) An informant was having a small picnic until two men, clad in black, began to point what appeared to be “high-powered” rifles at him.

After the men saw the informant pull out his cell phone, they began to run away. Deputies were dispatched to the scene and found that the men were carrying paintball guns.

CITIZEN ASSIST Campanilla, 0 Block (11:13 a.m.) An informant called authorities when they saw that their neighbor’s surveillance camera began recording their home. According to the informant the problem is ongoing and his neighbor will not stop recording his residence. www.sanclementetimes.com

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Props, Recognitions and Morsels of Info With June as National Home Safety Month, Home Instead Senior Care offices serving the cities of Mission Viejo, Irvine, Laguna Woods, Laguna Beach, Laguna Niguel, Lake Forest, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Trabuco Canyon, Rancho Santa Margarita, Coto De Caza, Dana Point and Capistrano Beach is offering important information to help family members work with their aging loved ones to sort, organize and dispose of things they no longer want or need. For more information, contact Sally Stalnaker at 888.296.2411 ext.3 or sally@alberscommunications.com. u

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church & School, 200 Ave San Pablo, invite San Clemente parents, grandparents and all residents of elementary, middle or high school students to a special community forum and internet safety class titled Empower Yourself and Become Internet Savvy. The event will be held June 10 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the school. More information is available at www.oursaviorsonline.com.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County recently announced its “Big F.U.N.” (Fitness, Understanding, Nutrition) program, a summer-long series of events aimed at helping promote healthy habits among youngsters in Orange County. The program is in collaboration with UnitedHealthcare, one of the nation’s largest health and well-being companies.

Big Brother Jeff Kurszewski of San Clemente and Little Brother Trey, age 11, of Irvine are part of the program. As part of the Big F.U.N. program, 25 Little Brothers or Little Sisters and their adult mentors received Electra bicycles, helmets and locks. UnitedHealthcare employees presented the bikes, helmets and locks during a kick-off event at the Jax Bicycle Center in Irvine on May 22. Donors and volunteers are always needed. For more information, visit www.bigbrooc.org or call 714.544.7773.

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At this year’s annual Sunset Luau, three members of the San Clemente Educational Foundation (SCEF) will be honored for their tireless work within education in the community. SCEF’s 2010 Luau honorees include Ruth DeNault. Courtesy photo Trudy Podobas, Patrick Harris and Ruth DeNault. All three honorees are dedicated to SCEF’s mission—to enhance the educational opportunities for all students at San Clemente High School. For more information visit www.schsef.org or call 949.492.4105. u

The California Landscape Contractors Association of Orange County appointed two new members to their board of directors. Associate member director Kasey Keller of Ewing Irrigation’s San Clemente branch, and treasurer Cherie Ciotti-Roco of CCR Landscape in Corona Del Mar earned the recognition. Keller brings 10 years of experience in the landscape industry including irrigation and landscape lighting, while Ciotti-Roco brings a vast knowledge of water issues, and the latest techniques in landscape design, to help the chapter further its goals of informing the general public about the landscape industry. For more information, visit www.clca-orangecounty.org.

u Truman Benedict Elementary School, 1201 Sarmentoso, will have its Surf Jam June 11 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Enjoy an affordable family night of games and prizes, carnival rides, and delicious food. Come hungry because dinner will be available for cash purchase from Cucina Pizza, Baja Fresh, I Cater BBQ, and Kona Ice for dessert. The silent auction will feature packages like Angels tickets, Disneyland passes, Sea World tickets, gift certificates to The Fisherman, Iva Lee’s, The Melting Pot, Cola’s Surf Camp and JP’s Surf Camp certificates. All proceeds go to support Truman Benedict PTA-supported school programs.

Wristbands for unlimited rides are $20, or $1 per ticket or 25 tickets for $20. For more information, visit www.trumanbenedictpta.com.

Sunwest Bank, one of the strongest community banks in the western region, has named Tony Rodriguez Vice President and Branch Sales Manager of its newly acquired San Clemente office. Rodriguez previously served as Vice President and Branch Sales Manager of California Bank and Trust in San Clemente. Rodriguez earned his credentials working with various financial institutions throughout Orange County. He served 18 years with Bank of America working at various locations across Southern California and spent the last two years serving California Bank and Trust in San Clemente. More information is available at www.sunwestbank.com.

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Designs By Nature, 400 South El Camino Real, Suite A, will bid farewell to one of their most enjoyable artists, Laura Moore of Newport Beach, with a very special artist’s reception on June 12 from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Moore is a highly creative and imaginative artist whose original cast jewelry designs in fine silver have been thoughtfully and meticulously crafted using many of nature’s natural substances. Moore will also bring to the event some of her newest silver and bronze castings, a collection of some of her most popular creations, and a surprise guest. Refreshments will be served. For more information, visit the gallery, call 949.498.8358, or visit www.designsbynature.com.

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Sovereign Health of California, a premier behavioral health treatment center located in San Clemente has acquired Rebecca’s House, an exemplary eating disorders treatment program. Sovereign Health of California is known for its expertise in addiction treatment, dual diagnosis, cognition, brain wellness and treatment of chronic pain. A significant number of patients being treated for Dual Diagnosis, a combination of chemical dependency and an underlying mental condition, are also afflicted with eating disorders. For more information on Rebecca’s House and other Sovereign Health of California programs visit www. rebeccashouse.org and www.sovcal.com. u

u San Clemente Friends of the Library, 242 Avenida Del Mar, will offer members the privilege to purchase as many books to their liking for half price later this month. And it is suggested members rummage through their bookshelves, and do some serious weeding to make the upcoming sale as successful as possible. The SCFOL needs to also increase its stock of recent paperback fiction—the past 5 years especially. Books can be dropped off anytime in the library’s foyer, and the donation cart is always there. More information is available by visiting www. sanclementefol.org.

Honda Helpful kicked off another hectic summer travel season with free fuel on Memorial Day Weekend. With 85 percent of Southern Californians anticipated to travel by car over the holiday, the guys and girls in blue were out in the community continuing their helpful efforts.

Locally, free gas was given at G&M Oil #158, 606 Camino De Los Mares, the San Clemente Arco station, 2749 North El Camino Real, and Valero & Valero, 504 Avenida De La Estrella.

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Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens will kick-off its summer “Coast Culture” programming with the opening of the exhibition “Whitey Harrison: California’s Legendary Surf Pioneer.” The exhibition, presented in collaboration with the Surfing Heritage Foundation, pays tribute to local surfing and water sports pioneer, Lorrin “Whitey” Harrison, and opens with a special festival on June 27 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information on the Whitey Harrison Festival and Exhibition, and the Casa’s summer programming, contact the Casa Office at 949.498.2139 ext. 11.

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The Cyber Café Computer Learning Center, 1030 Calle Negocio, recently announced its summer computer workshops and classes. Computer Fundamentals, held by instructors Dick Dickey and Ann Dickson, began June 3 and will go until June 24.

Classes are held from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

For those who have absolutely no computer experience, this class offers a great opportunity to learn computer terms and features, practice with the mouse and menus, send and receive e-mails, cut and paste, and more. Workshops require a minimum of 3 days prior registration and seating is limited. For more information or to register, call 949.276.8866, visit www.cybercafe.org or email office @sccybercafe.org. u

The San Clemente Chamber of Commerce and the City of San Clemente will host a Welcome Home Event and barbecue for the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, which recently returned from deployment in Afghanistan, on June 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at San Onofre Beach. If you would like to volunteer, please call the Chamber office at 949.492.1131 to sign up.

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GUEST OPINION: By Gary Headrick, Founder San Clemente Green

Getting to Know the Meaning of Permaculture P ermaculture is a word that you may be hearing more often in response to our environmental challenges, but you might not be certain what it actually means.

It has been defined as, “a system of perennial agriculture emphasizing the use of renewable natural resources and the enrichment of local ecosystems.” Permanent agriculture is that which can be sustained indefinitely. The term permaculture initially meant “permanent agriculture” but was quickly expanded to also stand for “permanent culture” as it was seen that social aspects were integral to a truly sustainable system.

By the time you read this article, my wife, Laurie, and I will literally be on the road to understanding what permaculture really means. We are heading out for an educational adventure that captures everything we’ve been longing to do for a few years now; hitting the highway for parts of California we have yet to discover, spending some quality time in nature, learning and making new friends along the way. It is finally time to dust off the old vanagon camper and spend some time living in it, fulfilling its original design intent instead of simply hauling the usual bulky items like surfboards, garden supplies and lumber.

Our destination is Bolinas, where the Regenerative Design Institute (RDI) has taken root on a 17 acre organic farm along the coast just north of the Bay Area. Once there, we will begin an intensive learning process as we participate in a two week long Permaculture Design Certification Course. Our instructor will be Toby Hemenway, author of “Gaia’s Garden” (which we highly recommend), along with other special

guests. We’ll be camping alongside our fellow students, sure to be a diverse and interesting group, living and learning the ways of nature together and bringing it home to share with others.

This is only one of the first steps we are taking on a much longer road. Our intention is to use what we learn and apply it to our own home which will Gary Headrick soon be undergoing a transformation of sorts, becoming a deep green and affordable remodel of our 25-year-old tract home. Besides providing solutions that can be easily adopted by others, we really just want to be as green as possible in our own lives. Our personal goal is to be as energy and waste neutral as possible, providing as much of our own food, energy and water as we can right at home. We hope to be able to demonstrate that living green is not only affordable, but enjoyable, practical, and the right thing to do.

We’ll be documenting the process along the way so that others can discover strategies that might also work for them, learning from our mistakes and our successes. Our goal is to at least have our home in a presentable condition by next Earth Day, so we can invite you over for your first tour. The concept is that this will be an ongoing experiment without a real completion date in sight, but with opportunities over time for the public to come see our latest progress.

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Online Reader Poll Will the creation of a Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan encourage more people to use non-motorized forms of trasportation in San Clemente?

Yes, people will want to drive less because of it.

66% No, people are set in their ways in regards to transportation.

24% We’ll have to wait and see if it has any impact on local transportation.

10% Make sure to sound off each week on the “SC Times Poll of the Week” at www.sanclementetimes.com. Then go to our community Message Board and share your opinions. www.sanclementetimes.com. Bookmark it today!

The SC Times Online Reader Polls are not scientific and do not reflect the opinion of the SC Times.

Look for next month’s article and visit our website, where we are sure to have some interesting stories and photos to share with you from our road trip to RDI, whose goal we aspire to: “Spreading the awareness that we can design and build development models worldwide that address human needs while simultaneously regenerating the surrounding environment to become more fertile and diverse in the process.” We are excited to be part of this movement and hope you will be too!

PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the San Clemente Times staff.

We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@sanclementetimes.com.

Letters to the Editor NORTH BEACH VISUALS PLEASE Ron Geisel, San Clemente

I have spoken before the last two Planning Commission and City Council meetings requesting visual aids for the proposed Playa Del Norte project at North Beach.

I requested, No. 1: Foot print of the proposed building be marked on the parking lot asphalt—which has been done.

No. 2: Model of the proposed building including all the existing structures and railroad station, etc. around the building so that the citizens of San Clemente can see firsthand how this project interacts with them. No. 3: Easy to read “large as possible” scale elevations and floor plans, etc.

I believe the ideal location in which to display these items would be the first floor meeting room at the Ole Hanson Beach Club; volunteers could assist in this display by keeping it secure from vandalism.

PLAYA DEL NORTE NOT A FIX Sam La Sala, San Clemente

So Bill Hart is calling for “civility” in the Playa del Norte

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discourse. (San Clemente Times, June 2) This is the same Bill Hart, who along with his sidekick, Kenny, and his second grade story board in tow depicting Pinocchio, used his three minutes of public comment time at a City Council meeting (fall of 2008) to paint then city council candidates, Bob Baker and Charles Mann, with his liar tar brush.

When Mr. Hart publicly apologizes for sliming these two decent men, then his call for “civility” can be taken seriously.

And now the message spewing out of Mr. Hart’s spin machine is that we should “move on” with the Playa del Norte project. Well of course the LAByrinthians would like the 48 percent of us who just said NO to Measure W to blithely “move on,” and oh yeah, be “civil” while we’re doing it.

But Mr. Hart, that’s not going to happen. The yellow brick road to the Playa del Norte utopia looks to us more like a LAByrinthian maze fraught with pitfalls and booby traps leading to a nightmarish Plaga del Norte.

To the thousands of us whose votes comprise that 48 percent: Playa del Norte will “fix” North Beach about as much as Count Potemkin’s villages fixed czarist Russia.

A BLOT ON SHERIFF’S BLOTTER Nancy H. White, San Clemente

As a longtime resident of San Clemente and avid reader of the SC Times, I would like to voice my concern for the changes in tone and reporting style of the SC Sheriff’s Blotter. I have been a fan of the Blotter for years, and thoroughly enjoy reading the mundane and often humorous entries. However, in the past few months, I’ve become disappointed with the “creative license” Jamal Al-Sarraf has taken. Case in point: Sunday May 30th entry SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE should not start out with “On a bright sunny day” or add commentary of his own at the end, in the form of a punchline.

The best part of the Blotter is the bare-bones nature of the entries and should be reported with the same objectivity as any crime. By inserting his own comments and extraneous details, Al-Sarraf diminishes the humor and absurdity of many of the incidents. I beg you to please go back to the original format and leave it up to the reader to insert their own take on material. Don’t mess with a good thing.

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KUDOS ON LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Nina Mihalik, San Clemente

Recently I had the opportunity to participate in the San Clemente Leadership Program. I would like to express my appreciation to the City for putting on a program that allows ordinary citizens to meet with City Council Members, City Staff, and key city department heads. This program presents a wonderful opportunity for the citizens of San Clemente to gain a better understanding of city government and its operations. This eight-week program was reinforced with very thorough presentations on a variety of topical subjects. It was refreshing to get honest and in depth responses to our many questions and I was thoroughly impressed with every aspect of this program. The graduation ceremony at the Casa was well done and most enjoyable.

Thanks to all City Staff, especially to George Scarborough, our City Manager. When the opportunity presents itself again, for those interested, I would highly recommend the citizens of San Clemente to participate in this program.

MISUSE OF GRANT MONEY AT PLAZA PARK? Larry Culbertson, San Clemente

Plaza Park has existed with its beautiful oval shape surrounded by 35 foot wide streets on all four sides for over eighty years. Las Palmas Elementary School right across the street from the park has also been there for all of those eighty plus years. The children attending Las Palmas have had the use of sidewalks on all four streets surrounding the park for all of those years. The park, the school, the sidewalks, were all gifts from our town founder Ole Hanson.

They were well thought out, planned and executed.

Yes, there have been modifications and additions over the years, but your basic Plaza Park is still recognizable.

Now they want to take a machete to it. Square it up, stifle the flow of traffic, gird it in concrete. Oh, and asphalt over some of the park for automobile parking. The Las Palmas Leadership Group, which most of the local old timers have not even heard of, wants the City to go even further. They want the historic fountains removed so they can have soccer fields, community gardens, a clubhouse, and more.

Why is it now, at this point in time, that someone decided that we need to spend $750,000 of taxpayer money to provide “Safe Routes to School” for these children. I have attended the meetings where this project was described.

No one has explained just what is unsafe about the current park configuration. No statistics have been presented to

demonstrate that children are at any degree of risk. How does narrowing those streets from 35 to 30 feet make any difference to our children’s safety?

The money issue is problematic on several levels. $750,000 for sidewalks is preposterous. The proposed project is very simple. Yet our City Council authorized the expenditure of over $100,000 just for “design services.”

Why could our in-house team of engineers not draw up plans for a simple sidewalk and lighting system?

Whenever we get a grant, federal, state, or whatever, I hear officials say, “it is like free money.” Well, it is not free money. Our government is broke at every level, and excessive, unnecessary grants are only helping to make the situation worse. Just because you can get a grant, does not mean you should.

In addition to the $594,000 Safe Routes to School Grant, we will be using $101,000 of federal grant money intended for sidewalk renovation. We have miles of streets in San Clemente with no sidewalk, little sidewalk and decrepit substandard sidewalk. Wouldn’t it make more sense to provide us with high quality, truly usable sidewalks on streets without them rather than to use those grants to build sidewalks where we do not need them?

Please attend the June 10 sidewalk forum regarding Plaza Park. Let’s let our officials know that some things in San Clemente are of historic significance and should not be “improved” at the whim of our current crop of bureaucrats.

RESPONSE TO BILL HART’S PLAYA DEL NORTE LETTER WAYNE EGGLESTON, City Council, San Clemente

It is a rare moment when I agree with Bill Hart on a number of several issues, but I certainly agree with Mr. Hart that we all need to practice civility when it comes to debating issues that create passion in San Clemente.

This is a fundamental and basic principle. We have more than enough core issues to debate without attempting to degrade individuals or groups who express their views.

Let us not mirror the state and national political scene by debasing others. When that happens we lose site of the core issues and instead focus on personalities, which do not resolve the issues. We in San Clemente are better than that.

Let us be a model for other communities and show that we have the dignity to respect other opinions, no matter how far apart our views. Let us have civil debate.

F R O M T HE MIND OF Z E L E S K I

YOU’RE INVITED!

8 a.m. Friday, June 18 at Café Calypso ••••• 114 Avenida Del Mar, Suite 4, San Clemente

Please join us the first and third Friday of every month for our open community forum.

PLAYA DEL NORTE AND THE 800 LB. GORILLA LARRY CORWIN, San Clemente

As the Playa Del Norte projects moves forward, it’s understandable that the debates become more lively and passionate both for and against the project. For the record, I am in favor of a professional project that brings more services and an aesthetic value to North Beach and the Playa Del Norte seems to qualify on both accounts. There is however an 800 lb gorilla in the room that, in my mind, must be considered and reconciled or the project is doomed.

First issue is, should the city be selling off prime ocean front property? Personally, I don’t think so. For decades, citizens of San Clemente had been successful in purchasing back our beachfront property from private owners for the purpose of preserving this ground for perpetuity. Ironically, it was city councilman Joe Anderson who interviewed longtime San Clemente resident Bertha (sorry I don’t have her last name) on an episode of About Town and to whom he congratulated her on the efforts in gaining back ocean front property for the city.

Secondly and if you believe the city should sell this property, at what price? I would like to think the City Council has already figured out that the sale of this property needs to be calculated based on entitled beach front property value, the holy grail of real estate development. The difference between a property zoned as parking lot changing to high density commercial property could effect the values as much as tenfold. Let’s face it, this land would be entitled and could be worth up to or above 30 million dollars.

Could LAB Holdings continue their plans for development based on actual fair market value of entitled beachfront property? It seems this discussion and a conclusion should be settled before more time and money is spent. Nothing against LAB Holding, but if the deal is to sell entitled property at an un-entitled price, I would venture to guess there would be over 100 developers lining up with projects for that site.

Hopefully and realistically for this project to move forward, discussions should now focus on a lease arrangement whereas the title of the property remains with the City of San Clemente and LAB Holdings can develop a worthwhile project without upfront cash layouts for purchase. If LAB Holdings is not interested in a long-term favorable lease, please proceed with caution as that should trigger a significant red flag. Once title of the property passes from the City of San Clemente to private ownership, there is no getting it back and the purchaser can and would be entitled to maximize their return on investment.

I am hopeful the City and LAB Holdings can successfully conclude a lease negotiation where everyone comes out ahead and our beachfront property remains with the City of San Clemente for generations to come.

To submit a letter to the editor for possible inclusion in the paper, e-mail us at letters@sanclementetimes. com or send it to 34932 Calle del Sol, Suite B, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624. San Clemente Times reserves the right to edit reader-submitted letters for length and is not responsible for the claims made or the information written by the writers.

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GETTING OUT

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

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The List

A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and around town this week. Compiled by Tawnee Prazak

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Back Porch Blues

9 p.m. Nathan James live at BeachFire and “Thirsty Thursday” specials. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

Trivia Night

8 p.m. Support local causes and charity by attending a pub quiz at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. Entry $5. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

Billy Watson

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live entertainment at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

Roach’s Corner

9 p.m. Free live music at OC Tavern. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

Classical Guitar

6 p.m. Every Thursday and Friday night Ricardo entertains at Carbonara Trattoria Italiana. 111 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.1040, www.carbonara.com.

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Blue Whale Watching Tour

9 a.m. Experts at Capt. Dave’s Dolphin Safari take you out to sea to search for whales with state-of-the-art equipment. Features the famous triple-fudge brownies. Adults $55, kids $35. 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.488.2828, www.dolphinsafari.com.

Fashion Show Night

7 p.m.-9 p.m. ADressClub.com presents the show with dresses from past and present, door prizes and raffles. Profits go to Living Hope Missions in aiding orphans and other mission aid relief around the world. 1201 Puerto del Sol, San Clemente, 949.444.3385, www.adressclub.com.

The Lion King

7:30 p.m. The classic story comes alive onstage at the OC Performing Arts Center. Shows through June 13. Tickets start at $25.75. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.ARTS, www.ocpac.org.

Off White

9:30 p.m. Live band at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant.

2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 92672, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

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Go See Do

2009 San Clemente High grad, Brian Ivie, is already showing Southern California that he doesn’t need money or years of experience to become a force in the movie industry. Now a student at the USC School of Cinematic Arts, Ivie has not only created the film production company, Flashbulb Entertainment LLC, but he and his team of fellow college—and high school—students are bringing “Film Courtesy photo Stories Festival 2010” to San Clemente on Saturday, June 12 at the Maranatha Music Building, 205 Avenida Fabricante, from 2 p.m. to 10p.m. The all-day cinematic exhibition will feature large screenings of student, short live action and short animation films—all story-driven work with focus on plot, character and development. San Clemente filmmaker, Rian Johnson of 2005 Brick fame (a neo-noir indie

Miocean’s Blue 42 Gala

6 p.m. Fundraising gala at St. Regis Resort with auctions, music

by The English Beat, a ceremony honoring those who protect our ocean and more. Table for $5,000. 1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, 949.242.7702, www.miocean.org.

Surf Double Feature Friday

Film Stories Festival 2010 filmed at San Clemente High on a notoriously low budget) will judge submissions for three awards.

With “Film Stories,” the cinematic upstarts of Flashbulb strive to provide filmmakers with the opportunity to showcase and discuss their passion for their art.

The group works under the philosophy that with vision, the right equipment and desire, independent constituents can produce some great work without a giant budget. They’ll prove their point with the new talent they’ve amassed for the showing.

Live music will include Ernie Halter, Stephen Wrabel, Kiven as well as several other bands and food will be served outside all day, while films will show inside. Purchase tickets online at www.filmstoriesfestival.com or at the door for $15.

SOCSA Showcase 2010

5 p.m. The South Orange County School of the Arts presents it’s year-end party celebrating student art achievements with live performances, an art exhibit, auctions and dinner at San Juan Hills High School. Tickets $35-$75. 29211 Vista Montana, San Juan Capistrano, 949.240.1994, www.socsarts.org.

7 p.m. Surfing Heritage Foundation and Rell Sunn Bronze Memorial Project host a fundraiser at OC Tavern with two surf films, music and Hula girls. $10. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

Cheryl Silverstein & John Paul Keene

Wine Tasting: Tolosa Winery

Coto de Caza Wine Festival & Sale

5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Kie Wilcox of Tolosa Winery with some winery-only wines along with new releases. They’ll be raffling off a few bottles. Tasting fee is $15 for seven wines, cheese, crackers & chocolate. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

Connectivity

8 p.m. Two more nights to see the play at Cabrillo Playhouse about five friends and their mysteriously special bond. Tickets $12. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 949.492.0465, www.cabrilloplayhouse.org.

Movies in the Park

6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. The vocalist and pianist perform jazz & pop standards at Agostino’s Ristorante Italiano. 34700 Coast Hwy., Capistrano Beach, 949.661.8266.

7 p.m.-10 p.m. First annual world-class event with top wineries, tastings, sales, gourmet appetizers, live jazz and more. Tickets $125. More info: www.californiawinefestival.com.

Rick Tatum Group

9 p.m.-11 p.m. Live music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

Bioluminescence Night Cruise

8 p.m. Explore the sea at night and see how it lights up with the Ocean Institute. Ticket info online. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

8 p.m. Watch Nims Island in Lantern Bay Park as part of Dana Point’s annual summer movie nights. Free popcorn! 25111 Park Lantern Road, Dana Point, 949.248.3530, www.danapoint.org.

Flock of 80’s

Crash Test Dummies

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8 p.m. Band plays The Coach House also with Samantha Smith and Waldo Bliss. Tickets $20. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

Aloha Friday

9 p.m. Happy hour at BeachFire all night for guests dressed “Island-Style” plus live music by Smoothie Jones & The Red X. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

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Second Saturday Art Fair

10 a.m.–4 p.m. Sixty artists, craftspeople and musicians will be exhibiting their work throughout historic downtown San Juan Capistrano from Camino Capistrano to Los Rios. 949.493.4700, www.sjcartfair.org.

OC BBQ Festival

10 a.m.-6 p.m. Barbecue cook-off at the OC Fair & Events Center. Also features a classic car show, kids zone, live music and entertainment. Admission $10 plus parking. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.408.9781, www.ocbbqfestival.com.

Surf-a-Rama

9 a.m.-4 p.m. Experience a weekend surfing culture at the third annual surf expo featuring vendors and artists from the surfing industry, live music and good grub at Doheny Beach.

25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.6172, www.dohenystatebeach.org.

9:30 p.m. Free concert at OC Tavern. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

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Classic Car Show

10 a.m.-3 p.m. Hundreds of cars will be on display along Del Mar in downtown San Clemente in a family event packed with entertainment, vendors, food and more. Presented by the DBA and the city. Proceeds benefit the local the business community.

949.498.4538, www.villagesanclemente.org/carshow.htm.

Historical Walking Tour

1 p.m. SJC Historical Society leads a tour to see Los Rios Historical District, O’Neill Museum, the Mission, Rios Adobe and more.

Meet at the train depot on Verdugo Street. Every Sunday. $2 adults, $1 children. 949.493.8444, www.sjchistoricalsociety.com.

Benefit to Fight Breast Cancer

1 p.m.-6 p.m. Fundraiser with a raffle, prizes, silent auction, live music and more at Coconuts. 34235 Doheny Park Road, Capistrano Beach, 949.248.2448.

Surf Story

Art exhibit and book signing at the Surfing Heritage Foundation.

Call for times and more info. 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente, 949.388.0313, www.surfingheritage.org.

Family Fun Day at Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park

12 p.m.-4 p.m. Games and activities including bounce houses, pony rides and a Grand Prix Horse Show. Free. 30753 La Pata Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.5911, www.showpark.com.

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GETTING OUT

SC Times Restaurant Spotlight

By Christine Jonas

San Juan Hills Golf Course Clubhouse RATE IT!

32120 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.1167, www.sanjuanhillsgolf.com BEST KNOWN FOR: Breakfast and Lunch MOST POPULAR ITEM: Huevos Rancheros for breakfast; nachos for lunch The newly renovated clubhouse restaurant at the San Juan Hills Golf Course offers a wide range of breakfast and lunch items served throughout the day and is open to the public. The renovations bring the clubhouse up-to-date and gives it a country-club feel, while keeping a simple and affordable menu. Dark wood beams and stacked stone walls bring a modern rustic feel to the restaurant. Large windows let in natural light, as well as give a beautiful view of the patio and golf course. A full bar, with plenty of stools, is great for a quick meal, or to settle in and have a drink while watching a sporting event on the 13 large flat-screen televisions lining the walls. The adjoining banquet room has a sliding glass wall that can be opened to the patio, which has also been rebuilt, with an outdoor fire pit and views of Capistrano’s open hillsides. The menu offers dishes named after golf terms such as “the par,” or “the eagle.” Some of the popular breakfast items are the French toast and huevos rancheros.

Hamburgers, nachos and chicken Caesar salads are the lunch favorites, served until 8 p.m. daily. A dinner menu is anticipated, along with a later closing time.

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PRICE RANGE: $4 to $10 RESERVATIONS: Not necessary

PAYMENT: Cash or credit cards HOURS: 6 a.m.– 8 p.m. everyday

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Board & Brew

½ 979 Avenida Pico, San Clemente, 949.498.2739 (Rated on a scale of 1–5 stars)

ABOUT OUR REVIEWS: In each issue we’ll highlight universally critical points including “Most Popular Dish,” “Best Known For” and “Price Range.” But most importantly, we’re inviting you to participate each week and rate the restaurant based on your experiences. Go to www.sanclementetimes.com and under “Restaurant Guide” rate it from 1 to 5 then share your thoughts on the SC Times forums.

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NORM ABEJON

6:30 p.m. Live jazz with Norm and friends at Blue Danube.

111 Avenida Palizada, San Clemente, 949.218.5186, www.bluedanubeoc.com.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Exhibit at Mission SJC showcasing the history of Zorro from films and television with historic props and more.

Runs through August 31. Admission $5–$9. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com.

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HALF-PRICED OCEAN TRIPS

9 p.m. Smooth acoustic funk and R&B at BeachFire. No cover.

204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

10 a.m. Dana Wharf offers discounts on whale watching, fishing, etc. every Tuesday. Reservations recommended. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

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COUNTRY DANCIN’

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live entertainment at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

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MOMMY MOVIE MONDAY

10 a.m. Screening of “The Karate Kid” for parents of infants at the Krikorian, tickets $7.50. 641 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, 949.661.7469, www.kptmovies.com.

MONDAY MADNESS WINE TASTING

5 p.m.-8 p.m. Join SC Wine Company for Happy Hour featuring three wines for $5 and cheese plates for $8. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

SMOKEY KARAOKE

8 p.m. Sing fearlessly behind a cloud of smoke at BeachFire and enjoy Mojito Monday. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

SING ALONG PIANO MAN

8 p.m. Happy hour, pool and live music at OC Tavern. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

COMEDY & KARAOKE

9 p.m.–1 a.m. The night starts with live comedy and continues with karaoke at Hennessey’s Tavern. No cover. 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121, www.hennesseystavern.com.

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TRIVIA TUESDAY

6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Happy hour and trivia games at Irons in the Fire hosted by Taylor Lampert Real Estate Services. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.218.1915.

POOL & KARAOKE

3 p.m.–close. Play pool for free at Knuckle Heads every Tuesday.

Karaoke starts at 9 p.m. 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.2410. www.sanclementetimes.com

ON STAGE

ZORRO UNMASKED

7:30 p.m. Live music by Mark Liddell & The Wranglers and line dancing with the Kelly Boyz at OC Tavern. Tickets $5 before 9 p.m. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

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SAN JUAN SUMMER NITES CONCERT

6 p.m.-8 p.m. The outdoor summer concert series kicks off at Historic Town Center Park with live music, food, kids activities and more. 31852 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.5911, www.sanjuancapistrano.org.

JARED FROM KNOCKOUT

9 p.m. Live vocals and guitar at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

KIDS STORYTIME AT THE CASA

10 a.m. Every Wednesday Casa Romantica holds storytime with interactive reading for youngsters ages 3-5; free. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, wwwcasaromantica.org.

MICK TARAS & KELLY RAE

6 p.m.-9 p.m. Live music duo at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

COMEDY NIGHT

9:30 p.m. New comics every week at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant, 21+ no cover. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

ROD FRIAS

7 p.m.-10 p.m. Acoustic music at OC Tavern. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

TARYN DONATH

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live entertainment at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

*For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.sanclementetimes.com.

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The Doctor Is In Dr. John & The Lower 911 to perform at The Coach House

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ailing from New Orleans, quintessential blues rolls into The Coach House as legendary Dr. John and The Lower 911 are set to perform June 12. We caught up with Dr. John for thoughts on his upcoming album and performing at one of south county’s most enjoyable venues.

On the heels of your Grammy winning 2009, “City that Care Forgot,” what can we expect on your latest release, “Tribal,” due out August 3? All kinds of funk and hopefully some important messages for the world.

Describe your work with various organizations such as New Orleans Musicians’ Relief Fund and New Orleans Musicians’ Clinic and how your life has been impacted since Hurricane Katrina with them. Are the relief efforts that are still ongoing to this day an integral part of your life and show? Anybody that does anything for the musicians, I find it’s a good thing. To help people, the world would be a better place to live in. I pray somebody will one day come up with an organization for the thousands of people all over the country that can’t come home to New Orleans. And I hope that somebody can fix this oil spill. We try to do what we can do to keep organizations going because of horrible budget cuts.

Will patrons see the ever-popular “Dr. John, the Night Tripper” in full regalia or some other fantastic incarnation?

Well, no. We only play Nite Tripper gigs when we are booked to do that in particular and it’s a lot of work, but we will be doing a special show and giving previews of the new stuff.

What kind of set is in store for will the audience? Will it include the venerable hits like, “N’awlinz Dis Dat or D’udda” or “Such a Night”? We change the show every day, but we’ll try to include at least one.

What is your favorite part about touring, especially at venues like The Coach House that are more intimate with dinner and cocktails as part of the ambiance?

It’s a great thing to play intimate venues. Anything that can bring us closer to the audience is near and dear to our hearts.

Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased for $29.50 at The Coach House by calling 949.496.7935 or online by visiting www.thecoachhouse.com. SC —A.J. Bardzilowski June 10–16, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 21

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A Brush with History

San Clemente artist paints at Hearst Castle Special to San Clemente Times

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ick Delanty, a professional artist from San Clemente, along with 22 other painters, was recently invited by the Friends of Hearst Castle to paint for two days on the grounds of the museum and state park in an event titled “A Brush With History.”

Although this year’s event is the second plein air event at the Castle, it marks the first time that artists have been able to paint on the grounds of the Castle itself.

California plein air painters, who work outdoors, were invited to participate based on a selection criteria focused on artists with regional or national recognition, gallery representation, juried membership in art societies, and exposure in national and regional media.

Participating artists have studios located in Northern, Central, and Southern California.

Noted Central California artist, Libby Tolley, was present, as well as award-winning Laguna artists, Lynn Gertenbach, Michael Obermeyer and Michael Situ. David Gallup, vice-president of the long-lived California Art Club, also painted.

“Hearst Castle is a plein air paradise,”

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Rick Delanty paints Hearst Castle. Courtesy photo

Delanty said. “And there was a wealth of subject matter to paint—it was almost overwhelming, at first.” Located near San Simeon on the central California coast, Hearst Castle was the former home of William Randolph Hearst, publishing magnate, whose life inspired the film, “Citizen Kane.”

The home and grounds were donated by the Hearst Corporation to the state of California in 1951, and is now a State Historical Monument and a National Historic Landmark. “La Casa Encantada” (The Enchanted Slope) was familiarly known to the Hearst family as “the ranch,” and appeared in the

1960 film, “Spartacus.”

The buildings themselves sit atop a treestudded ridge where tour guides treat visitors to breathtaking coastal views and mountainous vistas, and reveal the treasures of the past that abound in the Hearst collection of arts, artifacts, and antiquities. Artists were directed to one of two designated painting areas, either the North or South Terraces, adjacent to the main buildings. Drop-cloths were required to protect the tiles of the terrace from paint spatter.

The 23 artists painted the architecture, surrounding vistas, and each other over a two-day period from May 12-13, with the goal of creating three paintings that were available for sale at the “Twilight on the Terrace” event hosted by the Castle on June 5. Approximately 300 guests were in attendance at the Castle to view and purchase the paintings, and sample gourmet foods and wine at sunset.

Weekday tours were also being conducted without interruption during that time, so artists were often surrounded by tourists pointing, commenting and taking pictures of a sight never before seen by tours. The South Terrace receives little shade during the day, so many artists worked under their painting umbrellas. Temperatures on the mountain can vary dramatically, as the Castle is 1600 feet above sea level, at the end of a steep-inclined road that takes the visitor a half-mile away from the coast.

More of Delanty’s work may be viewed at www.delantyfineart.com, or at his upcoming home studio and gallery show June 11-13, at 2510 via Durazno. Call the studio at 949.492.8995 for more information. SC

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Angels vs. Dodgers, Dodger Stadium June 11, 7:10 p.m.

The freeway series comes to Dodger Stadium and the battle for L.A. bragging rights is on the line.

The three game series will wrap on June 13.

Info: www.losangeles.angels. mlb.com

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SURFING

Nike Air Strike Passing Tournament, Dana Hills High School June 12, 9 a.m.

Surf-A-Rama, Doheny State Beach June 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

San Clemente is one of 12 teams that will be participating in this year’s Nike Air Strike 7-on-7 passing tournament at Dana Hills High School.

The 4th Annual Doheny State Beach Interpretive Association Surf-A-Rama is a yearly celebration of all things surf featuring vintage boards and over 75 vendors. Info: www.

Info: www.sctritons.com

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

SURFING

Lynx vs. Sparks, Staples Center June 13, Noon

NSSA Nationals, Salt Creek Beach June 13-16, 7 a.m.

It’s been a rough start to the season but the LA Sparks will get a shot to turn things around as they host Minnesota.

NSSA National Interscholastic College and Middle School Championships, National Air Show Championships and National Explorer Championships take center stage at Salt Creek Beach.

Info: www.wnba.com/sparks

Info: www.nssa.org

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Keeping Her Toes to the Grindstone San Clemente girl qualifies for ‘Olympics of Ballet’

By Sarah Guidas San Clemente Times

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n the early hours every morning, Emily Entingh, a sophomore at San Clemente High School, heads to the dance studio to practice her routines. Entingh will continue to dance until she is exhausted and sore—or until her coach decides her performance is perfect. The 16-year-old dancer, who rarely spends time with friends and goes through a pair of ballet shoes every week, will finally be rewarded for her intense determination. After 10 years of training, Entingh has qualified for the “Olympics of Ballet.”

The International Ballet Competition, which occurs every four years in Jackson, Miss., showcases young dancers from around the globe. The two-week long contest will run from June 12-27 and is held in the tradition of similar competitions in Moscow, Russia and Varna, Bulgaria. “This is probably the biggest thing that’s ever happened to me,” Entingh said. “I can’t believe the competition is already here.”

Entingh began taking ballet classes at the age of six and fell in love with the art of classical dance. “My mom’s friend got me started. I remember taking my first class

and knowing that this is what I want to do with my life,” Entingh said. After five years of training, she began dancing en pointe, a style of classical ballet that requires the use of reinforced pointe shoes. Since then, Entingh has trained intensively, practicing an average of five hours a day, and has give up everything for her dream of becoming a professional dancer.

Because of the extra time needed for practice, Entingh enrolled in Fresh Start at San Clemente high school, a program that allows her to create a schedule around her academic classes. “I practice every day,” Entingh said. “I go to early morning classes, get out of school, go to a private lesson, and then go back to school for afternoon classes,” Entingh said. “I’m usually able to keep up with my school work, but for the past few years I’ve missed a lot of school for competitions.” Entingh has even traded up academic schooling for rigorous dance training at the Kirov Academy of Ballet, a boarding school in D.C., where she stayed for a semester.

Not only has Entingh sacrificed academics for her passion, she has given up the chance to have a social life. While most people her age worry about dates and

Triton Report

By David Zimmerle

TRACK AND FIELD • At the state

track championships on June 4-5, senior Christina Twicken finished up her illustrious career as a San Clemente High School athlete. Arguably the best sprinter in school history, Twicken finished in 13th place in the 400 at the state meet. Looking back on her time as a Triton, her list of accomplishments is unmatched. As a freshman she started her four-year reign as the 400-meter league champion. At the same time, she helped set a school record by running in the 4x100 relay. In her junior year, she set the 200m record, and also made her way to the state championship, finishing in ninth place in division one in the 400. This past season she continued to lower her time and re-break her own records in the 400. And her speed helped to anchor a 4x400m relay team that set the school record as well. Her athletic dominance at San Clemente, which include Page 26 • San Clemente Times • June 10–16, 2010

four school records, as well as her academic capabilities, have given her a great opportunity at the next level—Twicken will run for Harvard University in Boston next year.

BOYS GOLF • San Clemente High golfer Matt Duralde shot a 5-under 67 at the So Cal Championships at the SCGA Members Course in Murrieta June 3, and advanced to the state championships June 8 at the Santa Maria Country Club. Duralde tied for fi fth place with Centennial’s Manav Shah. In a three-way tie for first place, Mark Jensma (Aliso Niguel), Andrew Levitt (Santa Margarita) and Jake Katz (Westlake) all posted a 65 for the top three spots. Nate Jessup (Porterville) finished in fourth place with a 66, while Robin Jang (Van Nuys) and Alexander Schauffele (Scripps Ranch) each finished with a 67 tying with both Duralde and Shah for fi fth.

Emily Entigh wraps up a dance routine at ballet practice. Inset: Entigh stands alongside her coach Dmitri Kulev. Photos by Sarah Guidas

Saturday night movies, the soft-spoken teen spends most of her free time practicing in a hot ballet studio. “I’ve missed out on birthday parties, going out with friends…I don’t think I’ve gone out and had fun since I was in elementary school,” she admitted. “Even though I miss out on time with friends, I think ballet’s more important.”

The only time that Entingh does have to socialize is at the studio, where she trains with other dancers who share the same level of commitment. “I rarely hang out with other people—maybe once every two months. But it doesn’t bother me. I’m used to it.”

Of course, Entingh could never have achieved her goal without the support of her parents, who have also given up a lot for her passion. “I go through a pair of ballet shoes a week. They cost $80 a pair,” Entingh said. “My parents have spent thousands, if not tens of thousands of dollars, on me. I’m so grateful to them. Without their support, none of this would have ever happened.”

Although her training requires sacrifice, Entingh’s efforts have paid off at numerous regional and national competitions. She has been a winning contestant in the Youth America Grand Prix Ballet Competition (YAGP) and the Russian Pointe Competition. This year, Entingh applied to be a competitor in the USA IBC as a contestant in the Junior Women’s category, which includes dancers ages 15-18. After her application video was reviewed by the selection commit-

tee, she was selected to be one of the 22 girls competing for medals, cash prizes, scholarships, and company contracts.

After being accepted to the competition, Entingh began practicing for 10 hours every day. To prepare, Emily trained regularly and received additional private coaching from Dmitri Kulev. Kulev, the co-owner and artistic director of the Dmitri Kulev Classical Ballet Academy in Laguna Hills, has been coaching Entingh for the past year. “She’s a very good student—she works very hard,” Kulev said.

“To prepare for the competition we have to do a lot of work that requires a lot of concentration and sweat. I think it’s better for her to go through the pain of hard training now so that she can be successful. I’m very proud.”

Entingh hopes that her hard work will pay off at the USA IBC, which could possibly launch her career. “I’m very excited about the competition,” she said, “but I’m not necessarily just thinking about winning. For me, the contest is about experience and exposure. I’m going to Jackson to see which dance companies will hire me.” According to Bruce Marks, the chairman of the USA IBC jury, “this competition has helped numerous dancers start their careers. To be accepted to compete in the competition is a prize in itself.” No matter the outcome of the contest, Entingh is grateful for the opportunity to compete. “There’s 22 girls competing against each other, but to me, we’re already all winners.”

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CABINETS & FINISH CARPENTRY 949.234.9857

Huffman Construction 949.279.5046

CARPET

Air conditioning All Season Air 949.579.0741 allseasonair@gmail.com, www.allseasonair.net DC Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning www.dcplumbing.net 949.365.9044 Oasis Air Conditioning & Heating 949.420.1321 www.oasisair.com Orange Coast Plumbing 949.361.1511 www.orangecoastplumbing.net

Appliances

Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G-105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com Shaw’s Carpets 949.492.8070 135 Avenida Victoria

949.492.5370

CATERING

ART CLASSES

Cheese Shop

ART GALLERIES San Clemente Art Association 949.492.7175 100 N. Calle Seville, www.scartgallery.com

Attorneys The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com Serrate Law 949.429.8107 630 S. El Camino Real, Ste. A, serrate@cox.net

Auto Collision Repair Beach Cities Auto Collision 127 Calle de los Molinos, www.beachcitiesautocollision.com

949.276.8005

Auto Wrecking San Clemente Truck & Auto Wrecking 1520 Avenida de la Estrella, Ste. B, 949.492.6121 www.sanclementeautowrecking.com

BABY & CHILDREN’S GEAR OC Tykes

949.429.1714 201 N. El Camino Real, www.octykes.com

Bankruptcy Attorneys

The Cellar 949.492.3663 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

Children’s Clothing Mac & Madi

949.366.6226 203 Avenida Del Mar, www.macandmadi.com Petit Bonhomme

949.361.3651 147 Avenida Del Mar, www.shoppetitbonhomme.com

CHIROPRACTORS Dr. R. Tyler Johnson DC, Chiropractic Center 1401 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 103, 949.498.6440 www.chiropracticcenteronline.com

Commercial Real Estate Doug Echelberger First Team Real Estate 949.498.7711 407 W. El Camino Real, www.echelberger.com

Lange & Minnott

1401 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 109

949.492.3459

Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, www.freetermitereports.com

COMPUTER REPAIR & SERVICES

CONTRACTORS - GENERAL

COSMETICS

Mary Kay Cosmetics Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique 949.429.2020 www.marykay.com/madams2 641 Camino de los Mares, Ste. A 110, www.salonzinnia.com Dentists

BUSINESS COMPUTER SERVICE & REPAIR OC - IT

949.488.0029 970 Calle Negocio, www.oc-it.com

949.248.2868

INTERIOR MAKEOVERS & STAGING Casa Verde Homes www.casaverdehomes.com

949.212.5800

949.697.4517 Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 Green Dump Truck www.greendumptruck.com 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G -105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com LANDSCAPE & DESIGN

Florists/Flowers Edible Arrangements 305 S. El Camino Real Unit 102B, www.ediblearrangements.com

949.361.3333

FURNITURE South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

GIFTS

Costa Verde Landscape 949.361.9656 License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com Greenscapes Landscape & Design 949.366.6564 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.greenscapesoc.com

Mantels Mostly Mantels 114 Calle de Los Molinos, Ste. C, www.mostlymantels.com

949.498.8778

MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPY

Edible Arrangements 949.361.3333 Christine Johnston, LMFT 949.500.4340 305 S. El Camino Real, Unit 102B, 616 S. El Camino Real, Ste. G-9, www.ediblearrangements.com www.psychologytoday.com/therapyfinder

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Heating All Season Air 949.579.0741 allseasonair@gmail.com, www.allseasonair.net Oasis Air Conditioning & Heating 949.420.1321 www.oasisair.com Orange Coast Plumbing 949.361.1511 www.orangecoastplumbing.net

Del Mar Beauty Supply 949.492.8180 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste D, www.delmarbeauty.com B Construction

949.481.8444 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.bconstruction.net Blinds The Cooper Company General Contractor 949.361.2538 Home Décor San Clemente Window Fashions 949.498.9515 License #B 638754, www.biffcooperconstruction.com www.sc-wf.com South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 Dunham Construction, Inc. 949.492.7100 109 Calle de los Molinos, BOOKS License #450880, www.dunhamconstruction.net www.southcoastfurniture.com Hutton Construction 949.492.2808 Village Book Exchange 949.492.1114 www.brucehuttonconstruction.com HOME IMPROVEMENT 99 Avenida Serra

BOUTIQUES

INTERIOR DESIGN Norma Mardian Interior Design 949.492.6271 www.nminteriordesign.com

Junk Removal

FLOORING

CONCRETE

949.361.9656

The Home & Garden Stylist/ 949.218.8022 Vignettes of Refinement San Clemente, www.vignettesofrefinement.com Rooms With A View - One-Day Makeover Using Existing Furnishings 949.492.8566 www.roomswithavu.com

Edward Jones Investments 949.492.1274 JewelerS 300 S. El Camino Real, Ste. 102b, www.edwardjones.com Paradise Jewelers

949.361.4367 Timothy C. Metcalf, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC www.wfadvisors.com/tim.metcalf 949.862.1250 808 N. El Camino Real, www.paradisejewelers.com

San Clemente Computer & Network Services 949.366.2488 daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 Images/Creative Solutions Sano Computers

949.492.2179 2927 Via San Gorgoinio, Ste. 100, www.imgs.com www.sanocomputers.com HAIR SALONS Solution Tek-nologies 949.400.0080 San Clemente, www.solutiontek-nologies.com Kreative Hair Design 949.498.6245 173 Avenida Serra

The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 Costa Verde Landscape 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com

Beauty Supply

INTERIOR DECORATING & REDESIGN

Financial Advisor

ASAP Appliance Service 949.361.7713 Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 3200 Legendario, www.asapapplianceservice.com 111 Avenida Del Mar # B, www.carbonara.com

Sidestreet Gallery Mary’s Art Classes 205 Ave Cabrillo,

949.492.7244 www.DowntownSanClemente.com

ELECTRICAL Arcadia Electric 949.361.1045 www.arcadiaelectric.com Gallagher Electric

949.412.6602 P.O. Box 986, www.gallagher-electric.com

EXTERMINATING

CARPET & FLOORING

South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 Anaheim Carpet & Flooring 949.366.6564 109 Calle de los Molinos, 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.anaheimcarpet.net www.southcoastfurniture.com

Appliances Services & Repairs

Insurance

Estate Planning, Probate, Trust

CARPET CLEANING Pete McKenzie Carpet Cleaning San Clemente

DRYWALL

Complete Drywall Service 949.280.6064 AVI Commercial Insurance 949.940.1856 r.simmonsdesigns@yahoo.com 200 S. Ola Vista, www.aviinsurance.com

Custom Carpentry, Concrete Framing & Finish Ike Soffes

949.363.3087

Massage Therapy Body Therapy/Healing 949.683.2033 San Clemente, www.cfrpassion.com C’Siren Day Spa

949.498.7700 312 Avenida De La Estrella

MATTRESSES South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

MOLD REMOVAL Jarvis Restoration -24/7 949.362.5388 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com

MOTORCYLE PARTS & SERVICE SC Rider Supply

949.388.0521 520 S. El Camino Real, www.scridersupply.com

MUSIC LESSONS Janet Poth - Violin & Viola 949.922.6388 413 Calle Pueblo, janpoth@aol.com

OFFICE FURNITURE

South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, David Miller - Wonderful Windows 949.369.7263 www.southcoastfurniture.com www.wonderfulwindows.com

HOUSE CLEANING

Jon B. Marashi, General & Cosmetic 949.493.9311 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 209, HOUSE SITTING www.drmarashi.com Ronald Trosper, DDS 949.492.7140 Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 145 Ave Del Mar, www.downtownsanclemente.com San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net

Optometry

San Clemente Optometry, David J. Nota, OD 224 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.2029 www.sanclementeoptometry.com

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PAINTING KC Painting & Decorating 949.388.6829 www.bringcolorintoyourlife.com Mission Viejo Painting 949.922.0238 2164 Via Aguila, www.talegaviejopainting.com

Periodontics & Dental Implants Dr. Alice P. Moran, DMD 949.361.4867 (GUMS) 1001 Avenida Pico, Ste. K, www.moranperio.com

Personal Training Pamela Magnan

pppmagnan55@gmail.com

949.579.0823

PEST CONTROL Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, www.freetermitereports.com The Termite Guy -Termite & Pest Control 106 W. Canada Ave., 949.940.1010 www.877termite.com

Pet Care Mike’s Pet Care

www.mikespetcare.com

949.246.3835

Memories of Me Photos Annual Dads and Grads Special! Only $89. As Father’s Day and Graduation approaches, don’t forget to capture these memories. Perfect for Father’s Day, HS Seniors, Maternity, Family and Children. Session includes Free 8x10 and a slide show to share with friends & family. Call Today! 949.361.0680 www.memoriesofmephotos.com SC Pool Techs 949.235.1261 www.fixmypoolnow.com

PRINTING Printing OC

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

PSYCHIATRY Medical Concierge 949.387.6210 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 230, www.detoxall.us

Psychologists

Pet Grooming

800.865.0367 VIP Pet Spa

949.492.7473 Manny Tau, Psy.D., PSY14892 300 S. El Camino Real, Ste. 218, www.drtau.com 810 S. El Camino Real, www.vippetspa.com

Real Estate

Pet SITTING Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net Mike’s Pet Care

949.246.3835 www.mikespetcare.com PAWS-itively Pet Care 949.683.2033 San Clemente, www.cfrpassion.com

PET SUPPLIES Pet Treasures

949.493.7297 653 Camino de los Mares, Suite 100, www.pet-treasures.net

PHARMACIES The Medicine Shoppe 1001 S. El Camino Real

949.492.1050

PHOTOGRAPHY Memories Of Me Photos wwwmemoriesofmephotos.com

949.361.0680

PIZZA Izza Neapolitan Pizzeria 949.248.4925 376 Camino de Estrella, www.izzapizzeria.com

A to Z Leak Detection 949.499.4464 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.atozleakdetection.com Bill Metzger Plumbing 949.492.3558 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.billmetzgerplumbing.com D C Plumbing & Air Conditioning, Inc. www.dcplumbing.net 949.365.9044 Orange Coast Plumbing 949.361.1511 www.orangecoastplumbing.net San Clemente Plumbing 949.366.2691 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 108, www.sanclementeplumbing.com

POOL/SPA SERVICE & REPAIR Radiant Pool & Spa Service www.radiantpoolservice.com

949.290.5616

ROOFING CONTRACTORS Jim Thomas Roofing 162 Calle de Industrias

949.498.6204

TUTORING Study with Stacy www.studywithstacy.com

949.632.1176

Vacuums Nic’s Vacuum & Small Appliance 949.492.4747 216 Ave. Del Mar, www.nicsvacuum.com

SALONS Salon Bamboo 949.361.3348 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. A, www.salonbamboo.com Salon Bleu 949.366.2060 207 S. El Camino Real, www.scsalonbleu.com Sanctuary Salon & Spa 949.429.5802 1041 Avenida Pico, Ste. B, www.sanctuarytalega.com

SCREENS Sure-Fit Screens

www.surefitscreens.com

Troubled Teens 949.940.6068 Pacific Quest

mark@pacificquest.org, www.pacificquest.org

949.498.9412

SECONDHAND THRIFT SHOP South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

SURF CAMPS

VETERINARIANS Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital 949.429.1555 1242 Puerta Del Sol, www.pacificcoastveterinary.com

WATER DAMAGE Jarvis Restoration -24/7 949.362.5388 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com

WAXING Smooth Waxing

418 N. El Camino Real #D, www.smoothwaxingsalon.com

WEBSITE DESIGN San Clemente Website Design 949.246.8345 www.sanclementewebsitedesign.com

Aloha Beach Camp 949.481.7222 WINDOW CLEANING 647 Camino de los Mares, www.alohabeachcamp.net Wonderful Windows www.wonderfulwindows.com

Surf Lessons

Aloha Beach Camp 949.481.7222 647 Camino de los Mares, www.alohabeachcamp.net

949.369.1307

949.369.7263

WINDOW COVERINGS

Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, Altera Real Estate - “Sandy & Rich” www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com www.sandyandrich.com 949.293.3236 SURF SCHOOLS 949.498.9515 Antonio Fiorello, Forté Realty Group 949.842.3631 San Clemente Surf School 949.334.7649 San Clemente Window Fashions www.sc-wf.com San Clemente, www.forterealtygroup.com www.sanclementesurflessons.com Casa Verde Homes - Simon Wilson 949.212.5800 Wine Bar TERMITES www.casaverdehomes.com The Cellar 949.492.3663 Century 21 Beachside - Irlanda Swarthout Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com 501 N. El Camino Real, 949.310.4818 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com www.irlandaswarthout.com Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 Wine Shop & Wine Tasting Century 21 O.M.A

949.492.5413 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, San Clemente Wine Company 949.429.7076 229 Avenida Del Mar, www.c21oma.com www.freetermitereports.com 212 ½ Avenida Del Mar, www.scwinecompany.com Coldwell Banker – Michael Anthony 949.370.3590 The Termite Guy -Termite & Pest Control michaelanthony@coldwellbanker.com, 106 W. Canada Ave., 949.940.1010 www.michaelanthonyrealtor.com www.877termite.com Doug Echelberger First Team Real Estate 407 W. El Camino Real, 949.498.7711 www.echelberger.com Prue Putnins- Regency Real Estate 949.366.1984 www.thetalegateam.com, www.HomesByPrue.com Tarbell Realtors - The Metcalfs 949.533.5999 1001 Avenida Pico, www.Metcalf4Homes.com

Real Estate Attorneys The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com

PLUMBING

Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar 949.498.6390 611 Avenida Victoria, www.fishermansrestaurant.com Izza Neapolitan Pizzeria 949.248.4925 376 Camino de Estrella, www.izzapizzeria.com The Cellar 949.492.3663 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

Remodel Casa Verde Homes

949.212.5800 License # B 906391, www.casaverdehomes.com Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com Finish Builders 949.492.1084 nesaanderson@cox.net, www.finishbuilders.com

Restaurants Café Calypso

949.366.9386 114 Avenida Del Mar #4 Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 111 Avenida Del Mar # B, www.carbonara.com

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SCOREBOARD YOUTH BASEBALL

YOUTH SOFTBALL

SCLL Tournament of Champions off to hot start The San Clemente Little League AAA City Tournament of Champions began May 16, as teams in the north and south divisions have faced off for some incredible baseball. Tied 7-7 in the bottom of the third, the Wildcats pulled off an eventual 12-7 win against the Bruins at the beginning of the tournament. The Sun Devils and Cougars couldn’t keep the Warriors and Ducks from crossing the plate in their early games, as the Warriors beat the Sun Devil 13-3, and the Ducks slammed the Cougars with a 16-4 loss. The Beavers and Bears had a barnburner with both teams tied 4-4 in the bottom of the fourth, but the Bears scored two runs, and another insurance run in the fifth for the 7-5 win. The Bulldogs then went on to beat the Warriors 12-0, and the Beavers came back after their loss to the Bears for a 10-3 win against the Cougars. Later in the tourney, the Ducks were bit by the Huskies in an 8-2 loss.

Looking to come back midway through the tournament, the Warriors fought off the Bruins in a 12 - 11 victory, and the Beavers narrowly defeated the Huskies 9-7. The Bears also pulled off a huge win over the Cardinal. Down 8-6 late in the game, the Bears scored four runs in the sixth, and held the Cardinal scoreless for the remainder of the game for the 10-8 win.

In a big upset for the division champion Trojans, the Bulldogs pulled off a narrow victory.

Tied 11-11 in the top of the fifth, both teams matched each other with four more runs in the sixth, but the Bulldogs brought in the final run for the 16-15 win. The Cardinal and Bears then brought fans to their feet in a close game. With a three-run lead, the Bears looked to close with a win, but the Cardinal battled back for the 7-6 win, tying the game in the fourth, and scoring four more runs in the sixth. Coming back with a vengeance, the Trojans went on to beat the Warriors 13-10. Final games of the city TOC have already taken place, and winners in all divisions will be announced at the tournament’s close.

Back row, left to right: Coaches Dave Terkoski, Jeff Gustin, and Dan Giles. Middle row: Micaela Whitsell, Lauren Brzykcy, Ashley Folia, Katie Rose Terkoski, Avery Colclaser, Grace Krantz and Chloe Visca. Front row: Jordan Gustin, Sidney Giles and Kylie Pignone. Courtesy photo

Matthew Alexiou, Spencer Zibas, Christine Alexiou, Lily Dyer, Austin Reeves, Jimmy Cousy, Brendan Walker, Nicholas Alexiou, George Dyer, Brayden Jenkins, Shawn Wallwork and Harrison Reeves. Not pictured is manager Ian Dyer. Courtesy photo

Cal Bears beat Cardinal and take title The Cal Bears recently won the San Clemente Little League AAA North Division championship game by beating the Cardinal 12-6.

Shawn Wallwork played a great game all around, and Austin Reeves hit a ground rule double at a key moment in the top of the sixth inning to seal the victory. The Bears, also the division’s first place finisher in the regular season, moved on to District 68 Tournament of Champions (TOC).

Titans outslug Mustangs to win AAA Minor championship In a hard fought battle, the Titans (11-4-2) came from behind and held off the Mustangs for a 16-12 win and the AAA minor title. After both teams scored five runs in the first inning, the Mustangs took a 9-5 lead after two innings. The Titans tied the score in the top of the third and then relied on solid pitching from Cole McDaniel, Jack Bystry, and Max Bettinelli to limit the Mustangs to just three runs in the final four frames. On offense, every titan player had at least one hit, but Bystry let with 4 RBI, while Wyatt Eberle, Jose Herrera and Cole McDaniel each had 3 RBI apiece. Luck Hunter who went 3-for-3 with a double and 3 RBI led the Mustang offense. Adding more drama to the win, the final out was recorded with the bases loaded for the Mustangs and the tying run at the plate. When Trevor Zanella hit a sharp grounder to Titan pitcher Bettinelli, the ace raced home with the ball barely beating the runner from third for the final force out.

SC Punch wins in Carlsbad and at Memorial Day Tournament The SCGS 10U SC Punch team headed south last weekend for a shot at taking the title at the Carlsbad tournament. With two teams entered from San Clemente, the Punch eventually moved on to the Gold division of the tournament. After dropping a close first game to Clairemont, the Punch got on a roll winning four games in a row, with the final three on Sunday, to win the tourney. Grace Krantz pitched every inning of all five games, and Ashley Folia caught every inning. Sidney Giles was named MVP of the championship game. The girls also won the Memorial Day tournament at Steed Park recently, hosted by the San Clemente Girls Softball Association. After dropping their first game, the girls ran off four straight wins, beating a tough Mission Viejo team 6-1 in the finals 6-1. Katie Rose Terkoski was named MVP of the championship game.

YOUTH SOCCER San Clemente girls U15 soccer team looking for players San Clemente Futbol Club (SCFC) is hoping to round out its roster for the upcoming fall season. They are looking for both field players and a goalkeeper. More information is available from Don Campbell at doncampbell5@cox.net or 714.914.5001.

SC U12 team works competition at Newport Mesa Cup San Clemente United Soccer Club U12 girls team took home the championship trophy from the Newport Mesa Cup on Memorial weekend. Chris Murray coaches the team and players include Audrey McGraw, Ava Harvey, Cella VanTassell, Isabelle Hernandez, Makenna Delahooke, Morgan Foster, Kate Bein, Maddison McColly, Rachel Hentsch, Danielle Segovia, Samantha Skorstad, Taylor Isaksen, Hannah Liesik, Katie Rose Terkoski and Nikki Rutherford.

OUTDOORS Nix a top finisher at IronKids Triathlon Austin Nix, a fifth grader at Marblehead Elementary, participated in the IronKids Triathlon Event May 23 at the Mission Bay in San Diego. Nix was a top finisher in his age group and qualified for the IronKids National Championship, held in St. Petersburg, Fla. on October 3, for the second year in a row.

Pino sprints to first place finish Sean Pino, a seventh grader at Stoneybrooke Christian Schools and resident of San Clemente, won the prestigious LA Jets Invitational 3000-meter run recently with a final time of 9:35.

Pino beat a previously unbeaten and nationally ranked runner in Austin Nix. Courtesy photo an historic sprint to the finish. Pino also dropped 25 seconds in the event to win the youth boys title. He is a member of the Orange County Wildcats and is coached by Darren Phelps. Pino has also set all seventh grade club records in the 800, 1500 and 3000. He has qualified for Nationals later this month in Chicago, and will have run at the Regionals at Cerritos College beforehand.

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SCOOP ON THE LOCAL SURF COMMUNITY

GromS of the Week Jasset and Jack Umbel Melbourne Beach, FL / San Clemente

SC S a n C le m e n te

Photo by Andrea Swayne

Jasset (16) and Jack (12) Umbel have been coming to San Clemente each summer for the past four years, making back-and-forth trips each season to coincide with summer surf contests and to escape the flat Florida summers. This year, their supportive parents decided to let them call San Clemente home for the entire summer and the two are settling in for a four-month stay. Their mom is here with them and dad will make a few trips to visit and watch their contests. Though they just arrived in mid-May, both say that every summer they pick up right where they left off the summer before with the great friends they have made here. “The people in San Clemente are great. We feel right at home and very welcome here,” said Jasset. The locals that meet them, both around town and in the water, have no problem welcoming these two. Both are polite, kind and fun to be around—and they rip! Look for Jack and Jasset at Lowers—their “favorite wave of all time”—and blending right into the local scene. The duo will compete in NSSA Nationals. Jasset is also training for Surfing America US Championships, Ripcurl Gromsearch, Super Girl Jr. Pro and the US Open Jr. Pro. Welcome to San Clemente Jasset and Jack! —AS

North and South

SURF RESULTS

T. Patterson Surfboards adds a second store on South El Camino Real

By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

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rom North Beach to Southside, San Clemente’s surf community now has two T. Patterson Surfboards locations to choose from. Owners Timmy and Vicki Patterson opened their second store in San Clemente on June 5. The new shop on South El Camino Real joins the North El Camino Real location that has been a North Beach fixture for a decade.

“We had an opportunity to expand and the right spot presented itself,” said Vicki. “We jumped at the chance to have a presence in the south side.” As of now, the north side store will remain open and the company will take some time to decide what will happen with the north store, said Timmy.

“We just want things to progress naturally.

It may end up that one store becomes more custom-board-focused or maybe even an outlet store. We just don’t know what direction each will take in the future,” said Vicki. “For now, both are open and business is pretty much as usual. We have received a very nice welcome from the south end neighborhood, both residents and merchants, and are very happy with the addition.”

The south store offers an expanded clothing section, including lines for men, women and boys from Billabong, Hurley, O’Neill and Volcom. In addition to their usual wide selection of shortboards, the new shop has ample room to stock many other boards—longboards, beginner boards, fish shapes and more.

“It’s definitely a good feeling to be able to

Dates Announced for 2010 Surf Film Workshop San Clemente’s own Cabrillo Theatre is pleased to announce dates for the 2010 Surf Film Workshop on July 12-16, 2010 for preproduction and August 16-20, 2010 for post-production.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday at the Cabrillo Playhouse in downtown San Clemente. Cost is $195, which covers all supplies except filming equipment. For further information call the Cabrillo Playhouse box office at Page 34 • San Clemente Times • June 10–16, 2010

AND UPCOMING EVENTS Arnette All Day Antics Pro Junior June 5-6, Newport Beach, 54th and 56th Streets 1. Keanu Asing, Hawaii (16.67); 2. Evan Geiselman, Florida (14.70); 3. Albee Layer, Hawaii (11.27); 4. Kolohe Andino, San Clemente (8.83).

UPCOMING EVENTS

T. Patterson Surfboards owners Vicki and Timmy Patterson and Store Manager Mike Gee at the new store in south San Clemente. Photo by Andrea Swayne

add a few new jobs to the local community.

As for the help of friends and family who chipped in and helped us with the move, we are very grateful,” said Vicki. “Our vendors have even stepped up to help us out and Billabong was instrumental in helping us to make this happen.”

A grand opening celebration is being planned for June 26 and will include a Hawaiian blessing and welcome ceremony, traditional hula, food and giveaways. And, everyone is invited. Stay tuned for more information regarding the event time and specifics.

The new store at 907 S. El Camino Real in the Ralph’s/Rib Trader shopping center, is open Mon. through Fri., 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sun. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and can be reached at 949.492.1117.

The north store at 1409 N. El Camino Real, will be open Mon. through Fri. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for now—until the exact role the store will serve is determined. It will also continue to serve as the home office of T. Patterson Surfboards and can be reached at 949.366.2022. SC

949.492.0465 (Thurs.-Sat, 1-4pm) or online at www.cabrilloplayhouse.org.

This new summer workshop for kids, ages 12 to 18, is designed to guide creative student/filmmakers on their quest to producing, writing, filming and editing their own surf film. Sponsored by The Cabrillo Playhouse and SC Times, future filmmakers will not only learn how to make their own surf film but it won’t just be a surf video to music; they will learn to incorporate a story into their finished product. An impressive line-up of professional filmmakers, writers and editors in the surf industry are lined up to teach and guide the students/filmmakers in the exciting process of surf filmmaking.

Instructor/director Laurel Zwilling had this to say about the first workshop held last

summer: “Last year was an amazing experience for me, the students, and the wonderful filmmakers who contributed their time. We all had a blast going through the process and seeing the final results in the screenings and on Fuel TV.” The San Clemente Surf Film Festival is dedicated to creating a community of filmmaking designed to educate, network, and find resources for filmmakers to create film and have an outlet to screen work in the city of San Clemente. Through the medium of film, the organization is called to inspire creativity, expression and education to the general public about the surf culture. The goal of the SCSFF is to provide entertainment, education, and an avenue between the art of film, the filmmaker, and audience.

ON THE WEB: www.tpattersonsurfboards.com

June 12-13: Ripcurl Grom Search, Huntington Beach, 9th Street June 16-19: NSSA National Interscholastic College and Middle School Championships, National Airshow Championships and National Explorer Championships, Dana Point, Salt Creek June 19-22: Surfing America USA Championships (preliminary rounds for 18 and older and longboard divisions) Huntington Beach, Pier June 23-28: Surfing America USA Championships (finals for HB Pier divisions and all Boys U18, U16, U14, U12 and Girls U18, U16, U14 and U12 shortboard), San Onofre, Lower Trestles June 29-July 3: NSSA National Open and National Interscholastic High School Championships, Huntington Beach, Pier

Surf ForecasT Water temp: 55-60˚F Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: 6-12’ Poor; Catalina: 10-15’+ Poor-Fair Remarks: A mix of fading SSW groundswell and rebuilding NW windswell prevails on Thursday with light-moderate surge and low visibility, for poor diving conditions. Exposed breaks see 2-3’ surf with poor to fair conditions early.

Short range: Thursday sees SSW groundswell fade as NW windswell rebuilds. Better exposures are good for 2-3’ (knee to waist high) surf, with top breaks pulling in some slightly larger sets at times. Conditions are poor to fair due to lack of size.

Long range: small mix of SSW swell and NW windswell prevails through the weekend, good for mainly knee-thigh-waist high waves at most breaks. Conditions look poor to fair due to lack of size, stay tuned to Surfline.com for updates.

NEW! SC Times online video show Tune in to BoardShorts to see highlights of local surfers competing in last weekend’s World Longboard Association (WLA) contest, June 5-6, in Huntington Beach. www.sanclementetimes.com