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SONGS OFFICIALS: Nuclear Plant Built to Last, Critics Worry

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LOCAL NEWS & IN-DEPTH REPORTING

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano City Council on Tuesday told city planners to begin work on an application by In-N-Out to replace a closed Sizzler Restaurant on Del Obispo Street. Drivethrough restaurants in Capistrano require a special permit calling for the City Council’s approval before an application is even processed. Opponents contend an In-N-Out would cause too much traffic and not fit the vision for a revitalized downtown. Mayor Sam Allevato, however, thought the Sizzler spot was perfect because of its size and a separate road leading to the parcel off Del Obispo.

In-N-Out representatives pledged to design a building that would fit in Capistrano’s historic core. The vote was 4-1 with Councilwoman Laura Freese dissenting. The burger joint still must go through the regular approval process, with no guarantee of a sign-off at the end.

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One of Maddie James’ favorite places in the world was the Ocean Institute. And so it’s only fitting that the memorial service Sunday for the blonde-haired 5-year-old girl will be on a bluff overlooking Dana Point Harbor and her favorite spot, the Ocean Institute. The memorial will be at 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 20 at Heritage Park, 34400 Old Golden Lantern Road in Dana Point. The public is welcome. Maddie, diagnosed just three months ago with an inoperable, malignant brain tumor called DIPG (Deep Infiltrating Pontine Glioma), passed away Sunday. Her parents, Collie and Kajsa, were by her side. Her family is working to raising $1 million to create “The Maddie James Seaside Learning Center” as part of the Ocean Institute’s planned $4 million expansion. See http://maddiejamesfoundation.org.

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...with Safety at SONGS?

THE LATEST: Officials at San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station said this week the plant has multiple measures in place to keep it and the wider community safe, despite radiation leaks at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant following the 8.9 earthquake and tsunami in Japan.

Chief Nuclear Officer Pete Dietrich said SONGS was built to withstand a 7.0 temblor and a peak ground speed of .67 gs. While the size of the quake in Honshu was greater than SONGS’ Richter-scale rating, its secondary scale for ground speed ensures site structures would still stand because Japan’s quake generated only .35 gs, Dietrich said.

Also, SONGS tsunami wall is 30 feet above sea level, where the super wave in Japan rose to 23 feet.

The plant would apply the lessons learned from the tragedy in Japan, he said.

Critics, however, questioned Dietrich’s assurances at the City Council meeting this week. Residents and members of a group called CREED, Coalition for the Environment and Ethical Decisions, called for the plant to be decommissioned.

WHAT’S NEXT: The City Council asked Dietrich to take steps like creating a report in 60 to 90 days detailing the lessons of the Japan quake and holding a public forum to address resident concerns.

FIND OUT MORE: Visit www.sanclementetimes.com for more details.

— Stacie N. Galang

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… Sand Replenishment on San Clemente Beaches?

THE LATEST: The City Council this week voted to support the U.S. Army Corps of Engineer’s recommendation to add more San Clemente Times March 17–23, 2011

sand to city beaches.

The council voted 4-0 to approve the project with Councilman Bob Baker recusing himself because his property lies near the project.

Recommended by corps, the Shoreline Feasibility Study, would place about 251,000-cubic yards of sand from Linda Lane south to the T-street restroom.

WHAT’S NEXT: While the city approved the plan, the actual work requires federal, state and local funding of $155.6 million as well as other approvals before starting.

Assistant City Engineer Tom Bonigut said the earliest the project would begin is in fiscal year 2014.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.san-clemente. org. — SNG

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…Allegations of a CUSD Brown Act Violation?

THE LATEST: Capistrano Unified School District officials contend they did not violate the state’s public meeting law when the district restored two furlough days and some of the cuts to teachers’ salaries late last year, despite accusations from a school board watch dog and his attorney.

Trustees took those actions in December. The district contended they were necessary because of language in the teachers’ contract that called for restoration of the teaching days and some salary if the district received more-thanexpected revenues from the state. When “extra” money came in, the restorations were made, CUSD spokesman Marcus Walton said.

But two trustees, some members of the public and former Trustee Mike Winsten questioned whether the triggers in the restoration clauses were truly met.

And Capistrano resident Jim Reardon,

through another longtime CUSD critic, attorney Wayne Tate, sent the district a letter saying the Brown Act, which governs public meetings, had been violated.

The district hired an attorney who found no violation. “It is clear that the board did not violate the Brown Act and acted in the best interest of the students and this district when it kept the promises made to our employees and our families,” Superintendent Joe Farley said in a statement.

Just the same, trustees had scheduled a special meeting Wednesday in which they would formally vote on the restorations—publicly.

WHAT’S NEXT: Trustees were due to meet in a special session Wednesday night.

FIND OUT MORE: See the Beyond the Blackboard blog at www.sanclementetimes.com for updates from Wednesday night’s meeting. —Jonathan Volzke

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… HOV Lanes and I-5 Expansion Plans?

THE LATEST: A larger clover-leaf plan at Avenida Pico for Interstate-5 expansion was the preferred design by the City Council.

The council voted 4-0 to recommend the option to CalTrans and the Orange County Transportation Authority with Councilman Jim Evert casting the lone vote against.

While only a recommendation, the council decided against the smaller diamond option for the clover-leaf, which would call for the taking of four properties and affect portions of three more.

Listening to residents’ concerns about noise, councilmembers also recommended those planning the expansion look seriPage 3

ously at the ways to reduce sound. Councilmembers also asked that construction be sensitive to students at San Clemente High, called for a continuous carpool lane and asked safety be a top priority for a planned bike lane under the overpass.

WHAT’S NEXT: The $275 million San Diego Freeway expansion is funded by Measure M2, Orange County’s half-cent transportation sales tax. Construction is scheduled to start in 2015 and finished by 2018.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.octa.net.

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… work at La Pata-Vista Hermosa Park?

THE LATEST: The miniature golf and wave pool component of the under-construction La-Pata-Vista Hermosa Park was approved at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. The plans for the 18-hole golf and wave portion were approved 5-0. Plans for beer and wine sales, while given the green light, didn’t win over all members. Mayor Lori Donchak and Councilman Jim Evert had reservations about allowing the sale of alcohol from the get go. The remaining council members expressed confidence in owner Scott Melcher to run his business trouble-free.

Overall, most of the structures at the park are framed and up, fields are graded, scoreboards are installed and play structures for Courtney’s SandCastle are underway, said Assistant City Planner Sean Nicholas.

WHAT’S NEXT: Plans to open the park are being timed with the opening of the nearby Target store, Nicholas said. City officials hope the park will be ready for use some time in October.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.san-clemente. org. —SNG www.sanclementetimes.com

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SC Sheriff’s Blotter Compiled By Pantea Ommi Mohajer

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.

Monday, March 14 SUPSICIOUS PERSONS Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (3:26 p.m.) A man called to report that a group of eight juveniles at the base of the pier, west of the railroad tracks, were possibly dealing drugs.

SUSPICIOUS PERSONS El Camino Real, 600 Block (2:49 p.m.) A construction worker called to report two men sitting in a car near a bank. They were wearing blue gloves and black beanies over their faces. When the men saw the caller, they drove off.

VANDALISM Avenida Valencia and Avenida Del Presidente (2:39 p.m.) A caller reported a man walking underneath the freeway underpass, marking the walls.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Avenida Salvador, 900 Block (1:31 p.m.)

Police assisted a 40-year-old man found unconscious and not breathing.

INVESTIGATE DEAD BODY Avenida Serra, 100 Block (9:58 a.m.)

Police investigated the body of an 81-yearold woman. The cause of death appeared to be natural.

answered the door and stated that he was the only one in the house. He was neither trashing the place nor behind in his rent. He was uncooperative, closing the door and locking it.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Avenida Adobe, 300 Block (9:49 a.m.) A woman called to report that her husband was on the ground and not breathing.

KEEP THE PEACE Colina Rodante, 1100 Block (9:04 p.m.)

Two people were kicked out of the pool area reserved for tenants only. Neither of them were tenants of the building.

They were kicked out of the area only to return and be kicked out again.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON Calle Venezia, 1100 Block (9:10 a.m.) A neighbor called to report two women ringing the doorbell and banging on the door of her neighbor’s house. When confronted, the women said they were there to clean the house. They were soon identified as the housekeepers.

DISTURBANCE El Camino Real, 24000 Block (2:37 a.m.)

An innkeeper called to report two men were drinking, yelling and slamming doors. The clerk had received numerous complaints from other tenants and wanted assistance removing the two men from the property.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON Calle Neblina, 200 Block (2:19 a.m.) An 80-year-old woman called to report that someone was banging on her door. She was too afraid to look out the window to see who it was.

Sunday, March 13 WELFARE CHECK Camino De La Estrella, 500 Block (9:57 p.m.) A caller reported a man carrying a liquor bottle, walking along the roadway.

Moments later the same man was found passed out on the sidewalk with a white dog next to him.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Junipero, 0 Block (9:11 p.m.) A landlord called in to report that his tenant was behind in the rent and trashing the place. When police arrived, a man

Thursday, March 17 Seniors St. Patrick’s Day Party 12 p.m.

Celebrate at the Senior Center with entertainment by the SC Novelty Band. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Vaquero, 300 Block (7:55 p.m.)

A caller from a sober-living residence called to report that a woman who was possibly drunk, and no longer a resident at the house, was screaming and threatening to get physical. Police arrested the woman.

Friday, March 18

PEDESTRIAN CHECK Avenida Granada, 400 Block (3:11 p.m.)

A man was arrested for possession of drugs, burglary and grand theft after being stopped for a pedestrian check.

Monday, March 21

Saturday, March 12 KEEP THE PEACE Via Presa, 1000 Block (11:39 p.m.) A woman called to report that her ex-husband had taken their child to Disneyland even though she had a court order giving her custody until the next day.

DISTURBANCE Carta Taza, 2900 Block (10:51 p.m.)

A woman called to report that another woman who had come into her house was assaulting her. She hung up before she was able to give her address. A cell phone trace provided police with her address. When they arrived, there were approximately 20 people in front of the house, possibly associated with a loud party close by.

• Mayor’s Blog Returns: The City Hall Blog is reverting back to the Mayor’s blog. The blog launched in 2009 during Lori Donchak’s first year serving as San Clemente’s mayor. In 2010, it became City Hall Blog, which was managed by staff.

Since then, the blogging activity has waned. “The Mayor’s Blog has that personal touch, and our residents can place a face with the name they are communicating with,” said Mayor Lori Donchak. “There have been requests to revert to the original blog format. The blog is well liked by the residents who communicate often on a wide range of topics and issues. It’s a great opportunity to showcase the terrific, solutions-oriented San Clemente City staff. We will aim to provide answers and in a timely fashion.” Inquiries and requests for information must be kept to a respectful in tone. The city reserves the right to not post items that are defamatory, duplicative or not of interest to the broader community. The Mayor’s Blog can be accessed under the “Hot Topics” section on the city’s website at www.san-clemente.org. Once on the blog, residents can email questions. There is also an option to join the blog list and receive emails every time a new blog entry is made. Already, Donchak has written about the Miramar Theater, traffic on Interstate 5 and her most recent Mayor’s Walk to Flag Hill.

NOTES

• Certificate of Recognition: Pamela DeNayer was named the 2011 Outstanding Crossing Guard of the Year. The presentation of a certificate of recognition was given to DeNayer at this week’s City Council meeting.

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City and Community Calendar

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Dark Friday City offices closed.

Ribbon Cutting 11:30 a.m. The San Clemente Chamber honors ABC Embroidery Signs & Graphics Shop. 931 Calle Negocio Ste. N, 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com.

Fun on the Run: BMI Week 2:15 p.m.4:15 p.m. Have your body mass index taken at the after-school activity program any day this week and enter a bike-giveaway raffle.

Monday’s F.O.R. is at Rancho SC Park. Times and locations vary, www.san-clemente.org.

Toddlertime 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Stories for youngsters ages 2-3 at the library; adult participation and sign-ups required. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

Free Help With Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Anger 10:45 a.m. Recovery International provides tools so individuals can gain personal control over distressing emotions and improve general well-being. Free. El Toro Library, 24672 Raymond Way, Lake Forest, 949.458.2504, www.lowselfhelpsystems.org.

German Speaking Group 2 p.m.–4p.m.

Every Monday at Café Calypso. 114 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.8436.

Tuesday, March 22 Toastmasters 7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Practice public speaking in a supportive atmosphere at the library, 242 Ave. Del Mar, 949.361.8463, www.sanclemente.freetoasthost.net.

After-School Club 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Group for kids 5 and older at the library; sign-ups required. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

ANAD Support Group 7 p.m.-8 p.m.

Those suffering from eating disorders can get help in this community group at Sovereign Health. 209 Ave. Fabricante, Ste 100, 949276-5553, www.anad.org.

Wednesday, March 23 French Conversation Club 2 p.m.–4 p.m. Come and chat at Cafe Calypso every Wednesday; no fees, no registration.

114 Avenida Del Mar, 949.493.5228. www.sanclementetimes.com

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P rops , R ecognitions and M orsels of I nfo Books For Babies, Stories For Siblings Benefits Library u The San Clemente Junior Woman’s Club

donated 30 new children’s books to the San Clemente Library as part of the club’s annual Books for Babies and Stories for Siblings Program. Each year, the Junior Woman’s Club donates new children’s books to the library in the name of children born to club members during the previous year. In addition, club members purchase books in honor of older children and donate those to the library as well. The books are selected from a list compiled by Children’s Services Librarian Pamela Chesney-Algar. The club is a group of local women, ages 18 and over, dedicated to community services and charity fundraising. The club supports a variety of local charities and causes with donations of time and money.

The club meets the second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Adult Day Health Care Center at 2021 Calle Frontera. For more information, visit www.scjwc.org.

Talega Gallery Community Association Names Volunteer of the Year: Lyle Edwards

Talega Gallery Community Association Volunteer of the Year, Lyle Edwards. Courtesy photo u Lyle Edwards was named volunteer of the

year by the Talega Gallery Community Association in 2010 for his exemplary service to the group as chairman of the landscape committee. His committee was able to accomplish many projects last year and he has a lot to do with that. His leadership abilities and organizational skills enhanced the gallery’s landscaping, officials said.

Saddleback Church Presents Health Seminar Daniel Plan u A simulcast of The Daniel Plan, a health and

fitness seminar, will be offered at Saddleback Church’s San Clemente Ministry Center March 19 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The center is a at 232 Avenida Fabricante, Unit 101. The event will feature physicians Daniel Amen, Mark Hyman and Mehmet Oz as well San Clemente Times March 17–23, 2011

as Pastor Rick Warren. Those who attend will be measured by trainers, get nutrition information from a trainer and watch healthy cooking demonstrations. The event will also include raffles. Participants must reserve a seat at the San Clemente Ministry Center by emailing juliez@saddleback. com and including the number who plan to attend with the reference of Daniel Plan in the subject line. For more information, visit www.saddleback.com/thedanielplan or call 949.609.8215

Blood Drive Set for March 27 u Our Savior Lutheran Church and School

Fourth-grade teacher Denise McDermott and her students from Our Lady of Fatima School presented Family Assistance Ministries staff with a certificate of appreciation. Courtesy photo

is hosting a blood drive on March 27 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 200 San Pablo, San Clemente. To register online visit at www.

RedCrossBlood.org and use sponsor code “oursavior” or contact Heidi Works at hsworks7@cox.net or 949.212.0803.

due to space limitations. Please contact any of the dancers mentioned above or their organizations, or Kristi Kindred-McKinlay at 949.275.8977 or Event Coordinator Mervyn Lawrie at 949.584.4579.

San Clemente Notables to Judge Rotary Sponsored ‘Dancing For a Cause’

Cyber Café has Moved u As of March 16, the Cyber Café has

u Three San Clemente celebrities will be

judging the ballroom dancing competition for the newest fund raising event in town, “Dancing For a Cause,” on March 25 in the San Clemente Casino. Mayor Lori Donchak, Jeff Bott of the Transportation Corridor Agencies and Wendy Johnson, a professional dance instructor, have been invited to judge the competition by event sponsor Sunrise Rotary Club. The event, based on the hit TV show Dancing With the Stars, will be a joint effort between San Clemente’s service clubs and nonprofits to raise funds for area charities. Local officials from the community’s nonprofit and service groups will be paired with professional ballroom dancers from South Coast Dancesport to compete for cash prizes and the title of Top Dancer. All proceeds from the prizes will be donated to the winners’ selected charities. This inaugural year’s event will feature dancers Laura Khouri from Laura’s House, George Caravalho from San Clemente’s Friends of Beaches, Parks and Recreation, Richard Ford from San Clemente Sunrise Rotary, Bob Burns from San Clemente Rotary, Kelley White from Coastal Mountain Youth Academy, and Chelsea Shioya from Fullerton Community Rotaract Club, a Rotary Club for college age students. The evening will include a red carpet reception at 6 p.m. with a no-host bar, a buffet dinner presented

by Iva Lee’s, a silent auction, the dance competition and open dancing to the music of the Janelle Waxe Band. Tickets are $85 per person and will be available from any of the dancers prior to the event. They are expected to sell out quickly as each dancer is given only 30 tickets to sell for the event,

moved to 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente.

The café’s email, website and phone numbers remain the same. The city group that offers low-cost computer classes and workshops is now located in the city’s Community Development Building across from the Post Office. Please call to register for the classes and workshops. “We are excited about our move and hope to hear from you soon,” said Cyber Café staffer Judy Eaker.

For more information call 949.276.8866, or email at office@sccybercafe.org or visit www.sccybercafe.org.

Our Lady of Fatima Awards Family Assistance Ministries u Fourth-grade teacher Denise McDermott

and her students from Our Lady of Fatima School presented Family Assistance Ministries staff and volunteers with a special recognition award on Community Appreciation Day, February 3. The students showed their appreciation for the organization’s support and care of fellow students and staff at the Catholic school. The students brought in donations of food and personal care items before having a tour of the food bank and then presented the award.

Shelter is holding a low-cost canine licensing and vaccination clinic on March 30 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Prices are set at $35 for microchips, $5 rabies vaccine, $10 DHLP vaccine and $10 Bordatella vaccine. All licensing late fees will be waived. Call 949.492.1617 for licensing prices and other information. The shelter is at 221 Avenida Fabricante in San Clemente.

SCHS Juniors Named Outstanding Students u San Clemente High juniors Hannah Feiner

and Natasha Overin were chosen by the English Department for their work as outstanding students in the International Baccalaureate program. As a result, they were honorees at the Friends of the Library book event February 26. Feiner and Overin share a love of the printed word and indicated an early recognition of the style of writing as well as the story in their favorite children’s stories, “Babushka Baba Yaga” by Patricia Polacco and “Fantastic Mr. Fox: by Roald Dahl. Feiner has a love of history and historical fiction. Overin is already writing short stories and hopes to major in creative writing in college.

Low-Cost Vaccination Licensing Clinic Available in SC u The San Clemente-Dana Point Animal

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San Clemente High juniors Hannah Feiner and Natasha Overin. Courtesy photo

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GUEST OPINION: By Charles Mann, President of Measure A opposition Vision San Clemente

Thanks to Residents of San Clemente I want to thank the over 9,000 residents who voted to stop Measure A. You saved our village from financial, parking and traffic disaster.

I want to thank the Charles Mann hundreds of caring and hard-working residents that took this measure to heart and went out of their way to stop bullies of special interest groups ruin our quality of life and that of future generations. We all have to have high regards for these individuals that held the high ground and maintained the standards of civility and determination. The opposition, unfortunately, attacked their character and their values, called them names and accused them

of acts that only they would commit. I understand, but do not condone, that politics has to be dirty. Unfortunately, the developer that doesn’t even live in our village, accused and characterized our political candidates last November of horrible actions, and in essence, tried to influence our election so that he could get his minions on City Council. We had the supporters of the project scoop low and do everything in their power to confuse the voters.

I am grateful that that the majority of residents saw through this and voted no on Measure A just like they did with Measure C, on Open Space. This is the second successful referendum that overturned, again, our City Council’s decision to push what was wrong for your village. A successful referendum is only

the result of a bad City Council.

Ironically, the City Council through their irresponsible actions has forced concerned residents to form Watchdog for San Clemente Responsible Government Political Action Committee that now will watch over every action. The City Council and about 100 individuals have run this city for the last 20 years.

The pendulum has now swung the other way. We, the residents that care about our quality of life, have taken back our village and will continue to be stewards for responsible government.

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.

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GUEST OPINION: By Kathryn Stovall-Dennis, President of the Pro North Beach Vision Coalition

Playa del Norte Loses – All of San Clemente Loses I YOU’RE INVITED! am sure years from now when we look back on this time, depending on your personal perspective, we will either see the defeat of Playa del Norte as yet another black mark in the lost opportunities column or another notch in the belt of the “Don’t change anything, anytime, even if it means improvement” group.

It was distressing to have to continuously battle a misinformation campaign masterminded by the opposition leadership against Playa del Norte, the developers Linda and Shaheen Sadeghi and the partnership with our city.

Of course, we are disappointed in the outcome. That over 60 percent of the registered voters in San Clemente decided to sit this one out either because of confusion or lack of interest is very telling.

However, I am encouraged by the

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thousands of our citizens who were able to see past the immediate snapshot of what San Clemente is now to all the wonderful possibilities of what it could be. I believe San Clemente is an Kathryn Stovall-Dennis ongoing equation, the total sum of what was, is now and can be in the future. But that takes creativity and vision, something I also believe is very rare in our not-so-little-anymore beach town.

I want to personally thank the entire Pro North Beach Vision Coalition steering committee members who worked endless hours with passion and commitment. They were truly dedicated as leaders as well as the foot soldiers dur-

ing this struggle. I have met some really incredible people during these past three years, stretching back into the successful Measure W campaign.

I am truly proud of the many in our community that held steadfast in their commitment to a greater San Clemente despite having their properties vandalized or their signs and banners stolen numerous times or both. Thank you to each and every one of you who was willing to stand up for what you believe in. You people are my heroes.

Let’s all hope for a greater San Clemente one day.

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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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Los Ninos Guild’s Bingo Luncheon San Clemente’s Los Ninos Guild of CHOC has their annual Bingo Luncheon at Talega Golf Club in San Clemente with lots of games and great prizes. 949.230.4888. 990 Avenida Talega, San Clemente.

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St Patrick’s Day Live Irish Music 9 p.m. Live band and lots of St. Patty’s Day fun at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 92672, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

The Ark of San Juan after dark 7:15 p.m. El Camino Real Playhouse will host a benefit performance of “Sideshow Shenanigans” to help The Ark continue their mission of saving our town’s lost and abandoned pets.

31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.caminorealplayhouse.org, wwwarkofsanjuan.org.

Hulaville Open Mic Night 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Hulaville invites all musicians, along with singers and hula dancers, to step up and showcase your talents for an appreciative audience. Every Thursday. 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com.

friday

Ballroom Bash 7:15 p.m.10:30 p.m. Couples and singles are invited to the monthly dancing event at the SC Community Center featuring a lesson in the tango followed by open dancing of kinds. Refreshments served. $10. 100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente, 949.498.0233, www.ballroombash.com.

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Wicked 7:30 p.m. The popular Broadway play that takes place in “Oz” comes to the OC Performing Arts Center with shows through April 3. Tickets start at $38.75. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.ARTS, www.ocpac.org.

The Fremonts 7:30 p.m.–11 p.m. Live at Iva Lee’s.

555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com.

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Go.See.Do Mission Set to Celebrate Swallows’ Return The swallows returned to Capistrano long before there was a parade, and Mission San Juan Capistrano’s celebration marking the onset of spring and the return of the swallows is set for March 19. The celebration begins with the ringing of the historic bells followed by performances from Renee Bondi, Mission Parish School, Ballet Folklorico and Mariachi Capistrano. Visitors can go to the historic bell wall to hear Acjachemen Prayer songs from Tushmal Singers just before the day’s official noon bell ringing. The bells will be rung at 10 a.m., noon and 3 p.m. Award-winning and Native American teacher Jacque Nunez will carry out her engaging Native American story telling performance. Later, the Mission’s docents host “Are You Smarter than a California 4th Grader?” followed by dance performances by a Native American dance duo and La Sole Flamenco. The day also features a special afternoon lecture by Charles R. Brown, a professor of Biological Sciences at File photo the University of Tulsa, preeminent expert on swallows and their migration patterns. On Saturday, March 26 the Mission continues to recognize the meaning of the swallows to Capistrano by participating in the annual Swallows Day Parade festivities by offering mariachi music immediately following the parade. The parade begins at 11 a.m., and the Mission is open throughout the day offering tours and other daily hands-on activities. Mission San Juan Capistrano is at Ortega Highway and Camino Capistrano. See www.missionsjc.com for more information.

Stand-up Comedy with the Funniest Housewives of Orange County 8 p.m. Special show at The Coach House. Tickets $20. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www. thecoachhouse.com, www.funniesthousewives.com.

Piano Bar 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live piano with Elliot every Friday and Saturday at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

Goose Ridge Wine Tasting 5:30 p.m.–9 p.m.

San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Jonathan Kent of Goose Ridge Winery. $15 for seven wines, cheese, crackers and chocolate. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

Katharine McPhee 8 p.m. The American Idol runner-up performs at the OC Performing Arts Center.

Tickets $25-$185. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.ARTS, www.ocpac.org.

Dramarama 8 p.m. The Coach House also with John Sotter / Jo Jamez Band. Tickets $18. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

Jumpin Jack Flash 7:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Rolling Stones tribute band at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

Aloha Friday 9 p.m. Dress Island style for specials at BeachFire. Live music. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

Flock of 80’s 9:30 p.m. Live at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

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They Came From Outer Space 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Casa Romantica’s NASA Space Exploration Exhibit on display featuring space stories, photos, equipment and more.

Adults $5. Kids 12 and under $3. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

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Getting Betta 8 p.m. Camino Real Playhouse presents a futuristic comedy on Stage II; shows through March 26. Tickets $18. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.caminorealplayhouse.org.

St Baldricks Fundraiser for Kids Cancer 7 p.m. Fundraiser for Kids Cancer Research at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. The money is raised by people volunteering to shave their heads.

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

Sideshow Shenanigans 8 p.m. Camino Real Playhouse presents a family-friendly circus-themed melodrama with magic and mayhem of the 1870s Big Top Circus and treats for the audience. Through March 26. Tickets $24-$40. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.caminorealplayhouse.org.

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Grammy-winner Poncho Sanchez will perform at SCHS. Courtesy photo

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Jazz Concert at San Clemente High School 7 p.m. Concert featuring the SCHS jazz band and Grammywinning artist Poncho Sanchez in the SCHS Gym. Tickets $20 advance; $25 at the door. 700 Avenida Pico, San Clemente.

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Nature Hike 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Join Park Rangers Sunday mornings for an easy 1-mile hike on the Nature Trail at Caspers Park. Free. Parking $5. 33401 Ortega Hwy., 949.923.2211, www.ocparks.com/caspers.

Marine Mammal Cruise 1 p.m.; 2 p.m. Journey to sea with the Ocean Institute to learn about marine wildlife.

Tickets $35 adults, $22 children (member discounts).

24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

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GETTING OUT San Clemente Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Fresh produce, flowers and more every Sunday along Avenida Del Mar. Rain or shine.

Gary Roach and Will Hurd Acoustic Live 8:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Live music at OC Tavern every Sunday night in the OCT Room. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

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

Bonnie Dune 7 p.m. The Coach House also with Still The Skys Limit / Ugly Paint. Tickets $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

monday

“Nude Food” Cooking Class 7 p.m. Chef Andre teaches a class on his healthy “nude food” at The Cellar. $45 each, includes a meal and wine.

RSVP. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

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Lewis & Clark Expedition Across America 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibit that examines Lewis and Clark’s remarkable adventure at Mission San Juan Capistrano. Ends March 31. Free with admission $5–$9. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com.

Country Dancin with DJ Bubba 6:30 p.m. The fun starts early and goes till late at Swallow’s Inn every Monday. 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com. $5 Mondays 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Join SC Wine Company for happy hour featuring three wines for $5, glasses of selected wines for $5 and beer from $5. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

tuesday

Trivia Tuesdays 6:30 p.m.

On the first and third Tuesday of every month participate in fun, competitive and educational games for prizes, with happy hour all night at Irons In The Fire at The San Clemente Municipal Golf Course.

150 Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.3900.

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2-for-1 Tuesdays Half price on all fishing trips, whale watching and other adventures at Dana Wharf every Tuesday. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com Poul Pedersen 6:30 p.m. Acoustic artist at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

Coastal Cruise Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Soul Rebel Alliance live at Swallow’s Inn. 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com.

wednesday

Ed Kowalczyk of Live 8 p.m. Concert at The Coach House also with The Next / Hollowell. Tickets $20. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

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SC Times Restaurant Spotlight

By Pantea Ommi Mohajer

Brio Tuscany Grille

24050 Camino Del Avion, Dana Point, 949.443.1476, www.briorestaurant.com Best Known For: Ravioli Funghi Porcini Most Popular Item: Filet Mignon Brio Tuscany Grille offers a taste of Italy, right in Dana Point’s Monarch Beach Plaza, off Camino Del Avion and Niguel. The head chef has been with the restaurant since its opening 15 years ago, and together with the owner, Enzo Scognamiglio, they have created a menu filled with traditional Italian recipes that are sure to please your palate. The restaurant offers a daily $10 express lunch special, Monday-Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., which includes a soup or salad, main-course and soft drink or iced tea. Their popular filet mignon is among the many main course options offered on the lunch special. The restaurant turns into a supper club after 9 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday, with live music and dancing. Called the “Cheers” of Dana Point by Enzo Scognamiglio. Photo by Pantea Ommi Mohajer its regulars, patrons are encouraged to come on by and enjoy a quick lunch during the day (promised to be at your table in 30 minutes or it’s free), or come at night for drinking, dining and dancing. The restaurant’s website offers other specials and events.

Price Range: $10 (lunch menu) –$28 Payment: Cash and credit card Reservations: Recommended for dinner Hours: 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Monday-Friday, 4 p.m.-12 p.m. Friday-Saturday Go to www.sanclementetimes.com and under “Getting Out” share your thoughts about this week’s restaurant.

Cheese & Wine Pairing Class 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m.

San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Starr Cornwall, Cheese Monger Extraordinaire & Eric Riechenbach, Sommelier. $35 for five wines with cheese and chocolate.

Reservations and pre-payment required. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

Kids Storytime at the Casa 10 a.m. Casa Romantica hosts storytime for youngsters ages 3-5; free.

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

Comedy Night 9:30 p.m. Comedians get some laughs at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant.

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

Vine Wine Tasting & Food Pairing 7 p.m.–8 p.m. Wine tasting at Vine featuring four wines paired with food; $40 per person. 211 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.9376, www.vinesanclemente.com.

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

UPCOMING: THURSDAY, MARCH 24 7th Annual Drink Contest 3 p.m. The San Clemente Chamber presents the annual drink-mixing contest held at Sundried Tomato Café.

Tickets $25-$35. 821 Via Suerte, Ste. 101, 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com.

UPCOMING: SATURDAY, MARCH 26 Noll Surfboards Grand Opening 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Celebrate the opening of Noll Surfboard’s expanded retail store with an art gallery. 1709 N. El Camino Real, Suite B, San Clemente, 949.369.6500, www.jednollsurfboards.com. *For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.sanclementetimes.com.

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AT THE MOVIES

The Bureau has not Been Adjusted

By Megan Bianco

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ne of the biggest movie cult writers of the 20th century, Philip K. Dick’s stories have been given some of the best science fiction and fantasy film adaptations of the past three decades. He’s given audiences everything from Blade Runner (1982) and Total Recall (1990) to Minority Report (2002) and A Scanner Darkly (2006). Now, screenwriter George Nolfi of Timeline (2003) and The Sentinel (2006) makes his directorial ©Universal Pictures debut with a big-screen version of The Adjustment Bureau for Universal Pictures.

Matt Damon stars as a young, politician named David Norris who has been struggling to gain votes for New York senator because of his party reputation. While practicing a TV concession speech one day, he stumbles across an upand-coming dancer named Elise (Emily Blunt), and from then it’s love at first sight. Only David soon discovers that there is an underground team of people trying to keep them from staying together. They are called the “adjustment bureau” and subconsciously run how people live their lives. They can be recognized by wearing hats and suits. David and Elise cannot be in a relationship because it’s not a part of their life plans. In a case of logic versus true love, David and Elise choose love and try to outsmart the bureau.

Anthony Mackie, Terrence Stamp and John Slattery of Mad Men co-star as sharp-dressed members of the bureau. With The Adjustment Bureau there is plenty of potential in concept and production, but poor execution. While visually attractive and impressive aesthetically, the feature suffers from safe and typical writing, miscasting of stars (Damon too old and Blunt out of place). More a miss than hit, The Adjustment Bureau tried its best but failed to get to home base. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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

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LIFE’S A BEACH: By Shelley Murphy

Finding the ‘Sweet Spot’ in Life M

y resolutions for 2011 included joining a city yoga class, which I did in January, and learning to practice meditation. It’s taken months, but last week I traveled 30 miles south to finally find my meditative self.

I attended a three-day retreat entitled “A Weekend Within.” My family affectionLIFE’S A BEACH ately called it “A Weekend Without.”

By Shelley Murphy At The Chopra Center for Well Being in Carlsbad, Deepak Chopra and David Simon put together a program for people like me who want to learn to meditate but don’t know Sanskrit from sangria.

These two friends founded the center, or what’s commonly called “The Sweet Spot of the Universe,” in 1996. Recently, I journeyed there to learn primordial sound meditation—a practice derived from the early yogic traditions of India.

While I anxiously wondered if I’d be able to lighten up and loosen the ties that bind, I simultaneously hoped my husband would be able to toughen up and tighten the reins on our two boys for the weekend.

I knew once I arrived I’d receive a personal mantra. In Sanskrit, mantra means instrument or vehicle of the mind;

it’s a tool to aid me in my transition from control freak to relaxed yogini. I figured since I’d reap the benefit of a mantra, my husband should, too.

I decided to bestow a mantra upon him and chose an ancient Sanskrit word: “No.” It’s a word he’s not very familiar with, especially when it comes to our children, so I invited him to chant along, “Nooooo.” I asked him to practice repeating to both boys: “No sleepovers. No driving out of our zip code to see the San Clemente High boys’ soccer team in the playoffs.”

Unfortunately, he quickly lost interest in his mantra so I chose to head for Carlsbad and find my higher consciousness.

The next day, after insightful seminars, meaningful meditations, vegan cuisine and sunny skies, I checked in with my husband. He asked if I’d been levitating and how much Kool-Aid I’d consumed; I asked about our boys. He said his mantra wasn’t working so well—our youngest son had a friend spending the night and our oldest was on his way to Downey for the soccer game. I realized spiritual enlightenment isn’t for everyone and retreated to the lotus position and my weekend within.

Fortunately, for my fellow San Clemente residents

curious about meditation and yoga, they can start their spiritual journey here.

In January, Ann Hale, a practicing hypnotherapist and life coach, opened San Clemente Spiritual Center in North Beach (1705 N. El Camino Real) though construction in the area has kept her from formally opening her doors.

“Right now, I have put some things on the back burner because the city is doing a lot of work here and it’s kind of tough; it is truly challenging my spirituality,” Hale laughed.

For now, Hale facilitates a meditation class Tuesdays from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The cost is $10. “Everybody is hungry for peace of mind,” said Hale. Her next event, “Redirect Your Life,” is March 18 to March 20, and her follow-up event “SoulCollage” on April 9.

Wherever your journey leads you, I hope you find your sweet spot in the universe.

For more information on the San Clemente Spiritual Center, go to www.meetup.com/san-clemente-meditation-group; email info@scspiritualcenter.com or call 626.756.6204. SC 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.

SC GREEN: By Gary Headrick

Nuclear Power is Not the Solution The tsunami wiped out any shadow of a doubt

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he questions that have surfaced in recent years regarding safety at San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station have been troubling. My direct involvement on this issue began in December of 2009 when I was contacted by whistleblowers. I have done my best to learn about the situation ever since. Now, it has become painfully obvious that there are no gray areas. We have seen with our own eyes how even the best emergency planning, the layers of redundant safety measures and the “infallible” technology fail to hold up to the forces of nature.

There is now only one reasonable response to this selfevident truth: to accept the fact that nuclear power is not the solution to our energy needs. As consumers, and as the population closest to the danger, we need to send a clear message to the energy industry that they need to redirect San Clemente Times March 17–23, 2011

their investments into other clean, abundant and most of all, safe energy solutions. We must also play our role during this transition period by taking advantage of all of the energy conserving strategies available to us at home.

The clock is ticking, and the alarm is sounding. Scientists concur that the next major seismic event that we SC Green

By Gary Headrick have all been anticipating will soon be upon us. They have given us a 30-year window, which is as close as they can predict with any certainty. The time is now. We must insist that SONGS is decommissioned as quickly and safely as possible and remove the radioactive materials to a secure location Page 12

far from any population. There is plenty of opportunity for those employed by SONGS to be retrained in other green technologies.

It is in our own best interests here to not only protect our health but also our real estate investments. The fact that our homes and businesses reside within the shadow of such a threat is now common knowledge due to the ongoing events in Japan. The only way to address that issue is to remove the threat. Until then, we will always be closely associated with the risks of living and working this close to SONGS. 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.

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Business Beat

By CHRISTINA SCANNAPIEGO

News and updates on San Clemente’s business community

MOVING LOCATIONS u Several stores have been playing musical chairs on Avenida Del Mar. Antiques and Uniques has just opened at 103 Avenida Del Mar, where Bijou Boutique was previously located. Antiques and Uniques carry a variety of antiques and collectibles from shabby chic, mid century, vintage vinyls and stereos, estate and costume jewelry, vintage clothing, glassware, pottery, furnishings and more. Their hours are Sunday through Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, call them at 949.429.1011. Bijou Boutique, in turn, has moved to Fashion Plate’s previous spot.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION u Petit Bonhomme, at 147 Avenida Del Mar, Carbonara Restaurant at 111 Avenida Del Mar and Flowers and Friends at 1844 North El Camino Real are all are celebrating their 20-year anniversaries. “I’ve done really well, I’m happy with my customers and love what I do,” said Petit Bonhomme owner, Karin Michielsen. She opened her first location on El Camino Real in February of 1991 when her eldest daughter was just a year old. Michielsen wanted a career in which she could bring her kids to work so she’s always provided a play area in her store which, in its current 15-year location on Del Mar, is ultra-spacious and accommodating.

Yoga Studio Oceana Fit opened this month on Calle Negocio. Photo by Zach Zwilling

Comfortable Sleep & Home, with locations in Ladera Ranch and San Clemente, ran a special shopping promotion during December and January to encourage their customers to donate to Laura’s House, the non-profit organization whose mission is to change the social beliefs, attitudes and behaviors that perpetuate domestic violence while creating a safe space for women and children. During the promotion, in exchange for each $50 donation, Comfortable Sleep & Home customers received $200 off the purchase price of certain items. Altogether, customers ended up raising $500 for Laura’s House. “This outpouring of support is demonu

strative of how enthusiastic our customers are about the organization and the service they provide to the Orange County community,” said Comfortable Sleep & Home owner Gina Rezatto.

NOW OPEN u Debby Marano prides her relatively new shop for gifts, collectible, home décor and more on being a store for “princesses, ladies and queens alike.” She’s got cottage

white furniture to pink Christmas trees and literally thousands of gift items to browse through.

In the very beginning of March, Megan and Bernie Wohlfarth opened their brand new yoga studio, Oceana Fit, at 929 Calle Negocio, Suite C. They provide a variety of different classes for the beginner, experienced yogi and everyone in between, including Hot Power Fusion, Yoga Sculpt and other flow classes with about 12 instructors total.

Plus they’re offering one week free to new students. Call 949.388.6700 or visit oceanafit.com for more info. u Jed Noll has launched a new kind of surf shop in San Clemente, combining a retail surf emporium with a small but functional surfboard manufacturing facility and ocean-oriented art gallery. They’ll be celebrating with a grand opening on Saturday, March 26 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at their store, 1709 North El Camino Real, Suite B. Southern California artist Lorin Fleming and his work will be among the many guests honored, as well as big-wave surfer Garrett McNamara and the legendary Greg Noll, himself, and live music from the Jive Ass Nobodies. For more information, 949.369.6500 or jednollsurfboards.com. u Anytime Fitness is the new 24-hour, 365-day gym option, having just opened at 811 Via Suerte. They are independently owned and operated with owners onsite seven days per week and a security key card for 24-hour access. They’ve made many special offers available upon their opening and are staffed from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with a personal fitness orientation for new members or a seven-day pass for prospective members. Call 949.276.8888 or visit anytimefitness. com for more information.

SEND US YOUR BUSINESS NEWS To get business news in this section, send an e-mail to editorial@sanclementetimes.com. “Business Beat” will include updates and happenings that occurred within six to eight weeks of publication.

The owners of Anytime Fitness celebrate the opening of their Talega location. Courtesy photo

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5 BEST BETS BASEBALL

TENNIS

Dolphins vs. Tritons, San Clemente High March 18, 3:15 p.m.

Dana Hills Invite, LN Racquet Club March 18-19, TBA

The Tritons hit the baseball diamond and will face cross-town rival Dana Hills for the first time this season.

Head to the tennis courts in Laguna Niguel to see the Tritons square off against a slew of opponents at the annual Dana Hills Invitational.

Info: www.sctritons.com

Info: www.sctritons.com

BASKETBALL

SOFTBALL

BOYS LACROSSE

Trailblazers vs.

Lakers, Staples Center March 20, 6:30 p.m.

Patriots vs. Tritons, San Clemente High March 22, 3:30 p.m.

Titans vs. Tritons, San Clemente High March 22, 5:30 p.m.

After competing at the Saddleback Valley Tournament, the Lady Tritons are at home for a game against Beckman.

San Clemente returns to home field and will face Tesoro High School in a South Coast League showdown.

Info: www.sctritons.com

Info: www.sctritons.com

Spend your Sunday cheering on the Lakers as the purple and gold play host to Portland with the regular season winding down.

Info: www.nba.com/lakers

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Soldiering into Spring San Clemente High School’s student athletes charged up for spring season

By David Zimmerle San Clemente Times

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he ides of March are finally upon us, signifying the beginning of springtime. With this magical season now in full sight, it renders images of flora and fauna in bloom, longer days lingering with a bit more sunshine, inescapable for some allergies and an overall change in the weather that entices one to break free from the icy clutch of old man winter. San Clemente High School’s student athletes are also heating up for a season’s worth of competition in their respective sports. And oftentimes there’s plenty of change associated with this perennial process.

New faces abound on varsity rosters while the familiar ones have stepped up their game considerably, some even playing out not only their final season as a Triton, but possibly their final season of competitive sports as they know it. As a fan, make it a point to enjoy the bounty of sports that close out the school year because all the teams that represent the black and red are striving to make their school and surrounding community a proud one.

BOYS AND GIRLS SWIMMING SCHEDULE

Taylor Smith and Missy Garlic. Photo by Heidi Mefferd

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is young, but pool veterans like Princeton-bound senior Silken Jones along with juniors Taylor Smith and Missy Garlic are expected to dominate the uber-competitive South Coast League. But Bandaruk will need help from the rest of the roster, many of whom are hot off a successful title chase in water polo, to really make a showing in league standings. Among them is top-scoring water polo player junior Candyce Schroeder who aims to improve in distance races. “They’re just learning what it’s all about,” Bandaruk said. The team lost its first meet to Laguna Beach last week.

Across the pool, Head Coach Hugh Batten will lead the Tritons for the fourth year. The boys will rely heavily on senior Chad Yu whose performance in the 1500 freestyle last year earned him top finishes in the league last year. Seniors Derek Cousineau (breaststroke) and distance swimmer John Echelberger along with junior Chris Kopan (100 bs and 200 IM), junior Andrew Free-

LOCATION Laguna Beach Los Amigos El Toro Belmont Plaza

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9 a.m.

3:15 p.m.

3 p.m./ 6 p.m.

San Clemente 3:15 p.m.

Belmont Plaza 3 p.m./ 6 p.m.

San Clemente 3:15 p.m.

San Clemente 3:15 p.m.

Capo Valley 3:15 p.m.

Capo Valley 2 p.m.

Capo Valley 2 p.m.

Marguerite Rec. Center 10 a.m.

Capo Valley 1 p.m.

Belmont Plaza TBA Belmont Plaza TBA

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OPPONENT LOCATION TIME Loara Tourn.

TBA TBA Foothill- Dbl. Header San Clemente 1 p.m./3:15 p.m. *Dana Hills San Clemente 3:15 p.m.

OC Tourn.

San Clemente 11 a.m.

Anaheim Lions Tourn. TBA TBA *Tesoro San Clemente 3 p.m. *El Toro El Toro 3:15 p.m.

La Jolla Country Day La Jolla Country Day 11 a.m. *Capo Valley Capo Valley 3:15 p.m. *Dana Hills Dana Hills 3:15 p.m. *Dana Hills San Clemente 3:15 p.m.

Foothill/OC Tourn. Foothill 11 a.m.

Kennedy/OC Tourn. San Clemente 11 a.m. *Tesoro Tesoro 3:15 p.m. *Tesoro San Clemente 3:15 p.m.

Canyon/OC Tourn. Canyon 11 a.m. *El Toro San Clemente 3:15 p.m. *El Toro El Toro 3:15 p.m.

El Modena/OC Tourn. El Modena 11 a.m. *Capo Valley San Clemente 3:15 p.m. *Capo Valley Capo Valley 3:15 p.m.

*DENOTES LEAGUE GAME

BOYS AND GIRLS SWIMMING // Head Coach John Bandaruk has led the girls swim team nearly every year since 1978 so he’s seen his team through its highs and lows. This year will be no different. Overall, the team

OPPONENT Laguna Beach Los Amigos Relays *El Toro Southern Section Relays (Boys) 3/22 *Mission Viejo 3/24, 26 Southern Section Relays (Girls) 3/31 Trabuco Hills 4/12 *Aliso Niguel 4/26 *Capo Valley 5/3 SCL Prelims (Girls) 5/4 SCL Prelims (Boys) 5/5 SCL Finals (Diving) 5/6 SCL Finals 5/11 CIF Prelims 5/13 CIF Finals

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man (butterfly) and sophomore Andy Reyes (distance) round out the lead swimmers on the roster, said assistant coach Don Laster. Already, the team won Laguna Beach last week, but tough competition in a league replete with club swimmers translates into challenges this season.

“Our goal as a team is to move up in standings,” said Laster who noted San Clemente has the fewest club swimmers in competition.

Nevertheless, he expects the Triton’s three relay teams and at least Yu and Kopan to make CIF this year.

BASEBALL // The Tritons (2-1) have hit the diamond in hopes of re-creating the same magic that led it to the CIFSS quarterfinals in 2010 (lost 2-1 to Royal High School, finished second in league with a 9-6 record). However, there may be a slight learning curve for a squad that graduated 13 seniors from last year’s roster. “We’re fielding new players at every position except for the mound,” Head Coach Dave Gellatly said. “Our top three pitchers will be Adam Anawalt (1.92 ERA last year, senior, signed with San Diego State), Braden Riddle (3.23 ERA, junior) and Kyle Katsandris (3.11 ERA, senior). All the other players are starting at their positions for the first time at the varsity level.” With the loss of heavy hitters like Aaron Jones (.467 BA) and Aaron Payne (.419 BA), a younger crew will have to find a www.sanclementetimes.com

SPORTS & OUTDOORS way to battle at the plate and spark the offense as run production is always critical in the fast-paced South Coast League. The Tritons pitching rotation will aim to keep games close and keep the team in the hunt for a league title–something that has eluded San Clemente since winning it in 2001. After playing through the Loara Tournament to open the season, San Clemente faced Foothill in a doubleheader on March 15, followed by a game league game against Dana Hills on March 18.

Girls Lacrosse // The Lady Tritons are looking to stay in the upper echelons of the South Coast League after taking second place with a 8-2 record last season–just one game off from tying top ranked Tesoro. Almost half of last year’s players are gone from this year’s squad, but the team maintains a swagger still with the players that are now in place. Mostly heavy on juniors this season, the Lady Tritons will be led by players like Sarah Leonard (junior, M/A), Anneke Barrie (junior, M/A), Maddiy Boggs (junior, A), Amber Ackert (junior, M/A/DM), MJ Boud (junior, DM/M) and Laura Fuertes (junior, D). The team opened the season against Foothill on March 9, followed by a game on the road against Trabuco Hills on March 11.

San Clemente then went on to face El Toro at home in its first South Coast League game of the season on Tuesday, March 15 and will next face El Dorado on the road on Friday, March 18.

DATE 3/9 3/11 3/15 3/18 3/22 3/24 3/29 4/1 4/14 4/22 4/26 4/29

GIRLS LACROSSE SCHEDULE

OPPONENT Foothill Trabuco Hills *El Toro El Dorado *Tesoro *Mission Viejo *Dana Hills *El Toro *Tesoro Mater Dei *Mission Viejo *Dana Hills

LOCATION Foothill Trabuco Hills San Clemente El Dorado Tesoro

San Clemente Dana Hills El Toro San Clemente Mater Dei Mission Viejo San Clemente

TIME 5 p.m.

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Boys Lacrosse // San Clemente (2-1) is primed to run the gauntlet of South Coast League opponents again this season. After tying for first place last year with Tesoro–both teams finished with identical 9-1 records–the Tritons are well aware of the discipline it takes to repeat as league champions. Having also gotten a taste of success in the CIF-SS playoffs despite losing to Foothill to cap last year’s run, San Clemente has the pieces in place to keep its forward momentum going strong. Returning to the fold on varsity this season are key players like Camen Piho (senior, D/LSM), Max Satossky (senior, M), Bennett Jonas (junior, M), Aaron Blanchard (senior, D) and Jonathan Kassity (junior, A).

The No. 6 ranked Tritons varsity boys lacrosse team posted two big wins last week, knocking off defending Los Angeles County champion Mira Costa and No. 4 ranked Los Alamitos to improve to 2-1 on the season. Both games were played at Tustin High as part of the Knights Challenge.

The Tritons used a 6-1 fourth quarter surge to overtake Mira Costa on Tuesday, March 8. Keyed by midfielder Satossky’s two quick goals, San Clemente rallied to win 13-9.

Attackman Kassity paced the Tritons with five goals, while Satossky finished with three goals and two assists. Also scoring for San Clemente were Jonas, Lucas Anderson, Trevor Forsyth, Chris Kazimi and Robbie Burns. Kazimi added three assists, while Peyton Garrett and Camen Piho each had an assist.

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On Saturday, March 12 the Tritons unloaded against Los Alamitos, blowing open a 6-3 game at halftime to win 17-6. Midfielder Aaron Self dominated face-offs and added two goals, while Kassity again led the scoring with four goals and two assists. Fellow attackman Burns added five assists and two goals. Others posting multi-point games were Kazimi (three goals, one assist), Garrett (one goal, three assists), Forsyth (one goal, one assist) and Satossky (two goals). Kevin Ivie and Bret Miller also scored. Goalie Ian Jameson recorded five saves, while Dave Self had four.

On Friday, March 18, the Tritons are prepped to hit the road to then face St. Margaret’s.

DATE 3/4-12 3/15 3/18 3/22 3/25 3/29 3/31 4/1 4/6 4/7 4/15 4/19 4/26 4/28

BOYS LACROSSE SCHEDULE

OPPONENT Knight Tourney *El Toro St. Margaret’s *Tesoro *Mission Viejo *Dana Hills Los Alamitos *El Toro Cate

Thatcher *Tesoro Great Oak *Mission Viejo *Dana Hills

LOCATION Tustin

El Toro St. Margaret’s San Clemente Mission Viejo San Clemente San Clemente San Clemente Cate

Thatcher Tesoro

Great Oak San Clemente Dana Hills

TIME TBA 5:30 p.m.

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*DENOTES LEAGUE GAME

Boys Tennis // Last year proved a solid one for San Clemente’s boys tennis team. The Tritons finished out the season tied for second place in the South Coast League with a 6-4 record, only to get tripped up with a loss to Irvine in the first round of CIF. Head Coach John Stephens knows his team can compete for the league title, something San Clemente has not claimed since 2004. Returning for the Tritons in 2011 are Donnie Howren (senior, No. 1 doubles), Parker Glenn (senior, No. 1 or No. 2 doubles), Trevor Parmelee (senior, No. 2 or No. 3 doubles), Connor Wilcox (senior, No. 3 doubles), Ryan Mariano (sophomore, No. 2 singles, last year was also No. 2 singles) and Shane Dewees (sophomore, No. 3 doubles). Coming in as newcomers are Kevin Mariano (freshman, No. 1 singles player), Nic Valko (freshman, No. 3 singles player), Matt Greenberg (freshman, No. 1 or No. 2 doubles), Kevin Stanley (junior, No. 2 doubles) and Mayur Shah (senior, No. 3 doubles).

San Clemente will compete at the Dana Hills Invitational this weekend.

DATE 3/1 3/3 3/7 3/11 3/14 3/15 3/17 3/18,19 3/22 3/24 3/29 3/31 4/14 4/19 4/21 4/28-30 5/4 5/5

BOYS TENNIS SCHEDULE

OPPONENT LOCATION Fountain Valley Fountain Valley Irvine

San Clemente Tesoro

San Clemente Laguna Beach San Clemente Laguna Hills Laguna Hills *Capo Valley Capo Valley Huntington Beach San Clemente Dana Hills Invitational TBA

*Trabuco Hills San Clemente *Dana Hills Dana Hills *Aliso Niguel San Clemente *Capo Valley San Clemente *Trabuco Hills Trabuco Hills *Dana Hills San Clemente *Aliso Niguel Aliso Niguel Ojai Tennis Tourney Ojai

SCL Prelims Niguel Racquet Club SCL Finals Niguel Racquet Club

*DENOTES LEAGUE MATCH

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TIME 3 p.m.

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Boys Golf // With 10 years under his belt as head coach of San Clemente’s boys golf team, Mike Hurlbut knows that his current crew has the focus to give other teams a run for their money in the South Coast League.

The Tritons completed last year with a 6-4 record in league and a fourth place finish. Keep in mind it also had two of its super sticks tee off well into the postseason, and will have one coming back to compete his senior year. Senior Kevin Allen leads the group and has the résumé for it after wrapping 2010 as both a CIF finalist and CIF/SCGA finalist. Also returning to varsity are Matt DePalma (sophomore), Eric Dicky (senior), Tom Goodall (junior), Alex Haynes (sophomore) and Channell Kershaw (junior).

Newcomers who have been working on their A-game for the varsity roster also include Slater Grimes (junior), Kyle Murphy (junior) and Chris Pfahl (sophomore). The team opened the season at the Servite Tourney on February 28 followed by a 194-205 loss to Corona del Mar on March 1.

Recently the team faced La Costa Canyon and Villa Park before facing Dana Hills for rounds March 14 to 17.

DATE 2/28 3/1 3/8 3/15 3/17 3/23 3/24 3/28 3/29 3/31 4/11 4/12 4/14 4/19 4/21 4/26 4/28 5/2-3 5/10 5/12 5/16 5/23 5/31 6/8

BOYS GOLF SCHEDULE

OPPONENT LOCATION TIME Servite Tourney Western Hills CC 10 a.m.

Corona del Mar Talega

3 p.m.

La Costa Canyon Talega

3 p.m. *Dana Hills El Niguel CC 2:30 p.m. *Dana Hills Bella Collina 2 p.m.

CDM & Edison Newport Beach CC 2:15 p.m.

Villa Park Talega

3 p.m.

Estancia Tourn.

Mesa Verde CC Noon *Tesoro Coto de Caza CC 2:30 p.m. *Tesoro Bella Collina 2 p.m.

SJGA/Maverick/Pahr Invite Morgan Run CC 7 a.m. *El Toro Shorecliffs TBA *El Toro Bella Collina 2 p.m.

Capo Valley Marbella CC 2:30 p.m.

Capo Valley Talega

3 p.m. *Aliso Niguel TBA

TBA *Aliso Niguel Bella Collina 2 p.m.

South Coast League Finals Pala Mesa TBA CIF SCL Team Divisionals Talega 7:30 a.m.

CIF Team Finals Mission Lakes CC 8 a.m.

CIF Individual Regionals SkyLinks 7 a.m.

CIF Individual Finals Industry Hills 8:30 a.m.

CIF/SCGA So Cal Finals Brookside 8 a.m.

CA State Championship Poppy Hills 8 a.m.

*DENOTES LEAGUE MATCH

Boys and Girls Track and Field // Both levels are looking to do big things in 2011. For the boys track and field team, the Tritons are looking to improve off last year’s 3-3 record in the South Coast League. San Clemente had seven of its young men move on to CIF competition last year and it’s a good bet the team will find success both in the regular season and during CIF with athletes like Alex Alvarez (sprints), Chris Dunn (distance), Oscar Munson (jumps), Jordan Micalef (sprints, jumps) and Kyle Murphy (throws) all returning to the mix. Newcomers to varsity include Christian Tober (sprints), Mike Elespuru (sprints) and Kevin Mariano (distance).

With the realignment of the South Coast League this season, the girls team finds itself in the Sea View League this year. “We’re looking much stronger than last year, and are bringing back many returning point scorers from last year’s league finals,” head coach Dave Proodian said. “This year’s team looks towards a league championship, which would be a first ever for girls track.” The Lady Tritons took third place in league last year and will look to build off that with numerous return starters coming back who include Amelia Claud (senior, 400m, 4x400m, 4x100m), Triston Brown (senior, 100m, 200m, 4x100m), Christina Bagan (junior, pole vault), Kaitlyn Harrison (senior, 800m), Emma (Cont. on page 20) www.sanclementetimes.com

SPORTS & OUTDOORS (Cont. from page 19) Hutchinson, (senior, discus, shot put), Ali Palmer (senior, 1600m), Molly Mann (junior, 1600m), Madison Huffman (sophomore, 1600m), Katy Smith (senior, 3200m), Devan Curtis (senior, long jump, high jump), Mackenzie Castruita (senior, triple jump), Samantha Gruzdis (sophomore, 100m hurdles, 300m Hurdles), Shasta Ortiz (senior, discus) and Jessie Ferguson (senior, discus). San Clemente plays host at the Triton Invitational on March 19.

BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK SCHEDULE DATE 3/3 3/12 3/16 3/19 3/31 4/1,2 4/14 4/21 4/23 4/28 5/3 5/14 5/21 5/27 6/3,4

OPPONENT Huntington Beach Irvine Invitational El Toro Triton Invitational *San Juan Hills Trabuco Invitational *Tesoro *Capo Valley OC Championships *Laguna Hills SVL Finals CIF Prelims CIF Finals Masters State Meet

LOCATION San Clemente Irvine San Clemente San Clemente San Juan Hills Trabuco Hills San Clemente Capo Valley Mission Viejo San Clemente TBA Trabuco Hills Cerritos College Cerritos College TBD

TIME 2:45 p.m.

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SOFTBALL SCHEDULE DATE 3/4 3/7 3/10 3/14-18 3/22 3/24 3/29 3/29 3/31 4/2,4,9 4/12 4/14 4/22 4/26 5/3 5/5 5/9 5/11

OPPONENT LOCATION TIME Trabuco Hills San Clemente 3:15 p.m.

Laguna Hills-DH San Clemente 2:45/4:45 p.m.

Huntington Beach Huntington Beach 3:30 p.m.

Saddleback Valley Tourn. Alicia Park TBA Beckman San Clemente 3:30 p.m.

Northwood Northwood 3:30 p.m. *Capo Valley Capo Valley 3:30 p.m. *Capo Valley San Clemente 3:30 p.m.

Tesoro San Clemente 3:30 p.m.

Woodbridge Tourney Bill Barber Park TBA p.m. *San Juan Hills San Clemente 3:30 p.m. *Dana Hills Dana Hills 3:30 p.m.

Mission Viejo Mission Viejo 3:30 p.m. *Aliso Niguel San Clemente 3:30 p.m. *San Juan Hills San Juan Hills 3:30 p.m. *Dana Hills San Clemente 3:30 p.m. *Aliso Niguel Aliso Niguel 3:30 p.m. *Capo Valley San Clemente 3:30 p.m.

*DENOTES LEAGUE GAME

*DENOTES LEAGUE MEET

BOYS VOLLEYBALL // A consecutive streak of eight league championships came to end last year, but the boys volleyball team expects to rally back with a slate of experienced players and up-and-coming talent. The Tritons took second in the South Coast League last year with a 7-3 record and 19-10 in overall play. Head Coach Ken Goldstone enters his 12th year calling shots for the boys and brings an impressive 253-76 record to the court. The Tritons are currently ranked fi fth in the county. This year’s team boasts four seniors in Dominic Lile (S), Scott Hair (Opp/OH), Jake Black (OH) and Trevor Reese (OH). In the mix are returners Lile, Travis Wilson, (junior, MB) and Dillon Hoffman (junior, OH). Goldstone is expecting top performances from Hair who was a back-up for varsity last year, Shane Hunt (junior, OH), Jack Yoder (sophomore, MB) and Lucas Yoder (sophomore, L). The varsity roster brings players who range in height from 5-foot-9 Dylan Eads (junior, DS) to Wilson’s 6-foot-7. So far this season, the team is 4-0, defeating Foothill, Beckman, Edison and Trabuco Hills.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL SCHEDULE DATE 3/1 3/3 3/4 3/9 3/10 3/16 3/18,19 3/22 3/24 3/29 3/31 4/12 4/14 4/19 4/26 4/28 4/29, 30 5/3 5/5 5/10–21

OPPONENT LOCATION TIME Foothill Foothill 6 p.m.

Beckman San Clemente 5:45 p.m.

Faculty/Alumni San Clemente 7:00 Edison Edison 5:30 Trabuco Hills Trabuco Hills 6:00 Laguna Beach San Clemente 6:15 Orange County Championships TBA TBA *Laguna Hills Laguna Hills 6:15 San Juan Hills San Clemente 6:15 *Tesoro San Clemente 6:15 *Mission Viejo Mission Viejo 6:15 *Dana Hills San Clemente 6:15 *Laguna Hills San Clemente 6:15 Capo Valley San Clemente 6:15 Aliso Niguel San Clemente 6:15 *Tesoro Tesoro 6:15 Redondo Classic Tourn. Redondo Union 3 p.m./6 p.m. *Mission Viejo San Clemente 6:15 *Dana Hills Dana Hills 5:45 CIF Playoffs TBA TBA

*DENOTES LEAGUE MATCH

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Varsity softball team. Photo by Heidi Mefferd

SOFTBALL // The Lady Tritons (2-0-1) are swinging away at 2011 with a new coach at the helm in Paul Hill. The first-year coach has a bevy of returning talent this season who include Kailey McCasland (team captain, senior, catcher, .397 BA, led team last year with six home runs), Summer Secrest (junior, pitcher, 2.94 ERA), Lauren Delgadillo (junior, 3B, .220 BA), Natalia Ybarra (sophomore, CF/1B, .304 BA), Caroline Tully (sophomore, LF, .200 BA), Danielle Weaterholt (junior, IF) and Willie Porter (junior, pitcher). The girls may have what it takes to boost ahead in the South Coast League standings this season after finishing in fourth place overall last year with a 3-7 record. Filling in those open slots on the roster are top newcomers Shannon McCasland (freshman, RF) and Jourdan Kadow (junior, CF). Time will tell how this group will come together with league play on the horizon. The team has already shown it can handle those tough opponents after opening the regular season by beating Trabuco Hills 11-6, tying Laguna Hills 0-0 and rolling through Huntington Beach by the final score of 94. The girls next moved on to face a slate of other teams at the Saddleback Tournament March 14 to18. SC Page 20

Triton Report

By David Zimmerle

BOYS SOCCER • Tritons claim the Southern California Regional Division 1 championship, ranked No. 1 in state. After beating Santa Barbara in last week’s CIF-SS Division 1 title game, the Tritons (20-6-6) decided to let it ride all the way to the Southern California Regional Division 1 championship. On March 12, San Clemente San Clemente’s Steve Palacios battles beat Buchanan of Clovis an El Rancho defender in the Southern (22-3-3) in a calculated California Regional Division 1 opening blowout by the final round. Courtesy of Brian Miller score of 4-1, and in the process snapped the No. 17 ranked Bears’ 18-game winning streak. Both teams collided on the pitch for this one at Warren High School in Downey.

San Clemente leapt to the 1-0 lead in the 32nd minute by decisively executing on a set play off a corner kick. An injury riddled Steve Palacios, playing out the better part of the postseason with a separated left shoulder, took the corner kick and offered a quick ball to Gage Zerboni who then sent it directly back to Palacios. Following the trap on the ball, Palacios then crossed it over to an undefended Kevin Gould who then headed the ball into the back of the net for the lead.

In the 44th minute of play, Palacios took a hard foul by the Bears’ Chris Brusenback outside of the box and drew a yellow card, setting up a free kick that eventually found the net off a shot from 20 yards out by Fabian Caudillo for the 2-0 lead.

With the Tritons holding its opponents scoreless for 217 minutes during the regionals by playing solid defense, the Bears finally snapped it when Josh Alvarez scored in the second half.

The Bears came close to tying it up off another hard shot

by Alvarez at goal, but the Tritons’ trusty sophomore goal keeper, Dylan Digiacomo, recorded a clutch block to add to his nine saves on the game.

Palacios also went on to score in the 64th minute to pad San Clemente’s lead after rocketing a shot from 30-yards out and right into the top shelf of Buchanan’s goal.

And Zerboni also got into the scoring mix by netting a goal as well.

Getting to the title game was no easy feat for San Clemente. The Tritons opened the Southern California Regionals with a 2-0 win against El Rancho and then shutout Golden Valley of Bakersfield 2-0 on March 10.

In the win against Golden Valley, San Clemente’s Oscar Vasquez suffered a serious leg injury that required 20 stitches after getting hit by the goal’s support pole after it came crashing down following traffic around the net.

GIRLS SOCCER • The Lady Tritons (20-4-7) had its

hopes for a state title dashed after losing 3-2 to Bullard High in the semifinals of the Southern California Division 1 Regionals on March 10. Down 2-0 in the first half, San Clemente cut into the lead with a goal by freshman Natalie Higgins in the 34th minute and then tied the game 2-2 in the 57th minute off a goal by Marlee Carrillo. However, the Lady Knights blew out San Clemente’s comeback spark in the 70th minute. Opening the regionals on March 8, San Clemente was defeated Westview 4-3. www.sanclementetimes.com

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GARAGE SALES Rummage Sale National Charity League -Monarch Chapter 4th Annual Rummage Sale, Sat 3/26 8AM-2:30PM, Something for everyone! San Clemente Presbyterian Church 119 North Avenida de la Estrella. Proceeds to local charities.

Multi Family Community Garage Sale Sat., March 14, from 8 am -1 pm. Presidential Heights I in South San Clemente. Start on lower Avenida Adobe and follow signs to various participants.

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HELP WANTED part time salesperson San Clemente-based graphic design firm seeks a part time salesperson to sell marketing and advertising design services: logos, business cards and stationery, brochures and flyers, newspaper and magazine advertising, postcards and direct mail pieces, posters, banners, labels and stickers, newsletters and catalogs, book covers and more. Territory is South Orange County. Job requires 16 hrs/wk, networking and selling the firm’s design capabilities. Evening hours, and some weekend times are required. Commission only plus expenses. You can review samples of our work on various pages at www.imgs.com. Please call IMAGES/Creative Solutions at 949.366.2488. Ask for Scott or email me at scotts@imgs.com.

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OTHER INTERESTING STUFF Spring Boutique & Craft Fair San Clemente Presbyterian Church and Mothers of PreSchoolers (MOPS) Spring Boutique & Craft Fair Saturday, April 16 9 AM – 3 PM at San Clemente Presbyterian Church: 119 Ave De La Estrella San Clemente. Easter Bunny Pictures from 9:30-12:30PM. This program is open to the community. The boutique is open to all hand crafters, vendors and importers. We will have various vendors from jewelry, baby clothes, plants, art, home decor, clothing as well as, a bake sale, silent raffles, food from Vince & Tina’s Deli, and Easter Bunny photos starting at $10!

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Financial Advisor

Craig Workinger CPA’s Inc 949.218.3224 The Cellar 949.492.3663 629 Camino de Los Mares #307 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

Air conditioning All Season Air 949.579.0741 allseasonair@gmail.com, www.allseasonair.net Oasis Heating & Air 949.420.1321 31648 Rancho Viejo Rd. Ste. A, www.oasisair.com

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

Appliances Services & Repairs ASAP Appliance Service 949.361.7713 3200 Legendario, www.asapapplianceservice.com

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

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

CHIROPRACTORS

FLOORING

Dr. R. Tyler Johnson DC, Chiropractic Center 1502 N. El Camino Real, 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

COMMERCIAL/TENANT IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTOR Garrison Property Services, Inc. Lic. # B609809, marc01@cox.net

Landscape Lighting

Costa Verde Landscape Timothy C. Metcalf, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC www.wfadvisors.com/tim.metcalf 949.862.1250 License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com

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Mantels

Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 Mostly Mantels 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G -105, 114 Calle de Los Molinos, Ste. C, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com www.mostlymantels.com

FURNITURE

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

GRAPHIC DESIGN Images/Creative Solutions 949.366.2488 2927 Via San Gorgoinio, Ste. 100, www.imgs.com

HAIR SALONS

Kreative Hair Design 949.498.6245 San Clemente Computer & Network Services 173 Avenida Serra daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 Sano Computers

949.492.2179 Heating www.sanocomputers.com 949.579.0741 Solution Tek-nologies 949.400.0080 All Season Air allseasonair@gmail.com, www.allseasonair.net San Clemente, www.solutiontek-nologies.com Oasis Heating & Air 949.420.1321 CONCRETE 31648 Rancho Viejo Rd. Ste. A, www.oasisair.com Costa Verde Landscape License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com

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Home Décor

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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

South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 MUSIC LESSONS 109 Calle de los Molinos, Danman’s Music School 949.242.4431 CONTRACTORS - GENERAL www.southcoastfurniture.com www.danmans.com BABY & CHILDREN’S GEAR B Construction

949.481.8444 Leslie Lowe - Guitar, Bass & Drums 949.292.5019 HOME IMPROVEMENT leslielowe82@gmail.com OC Tykes

949.429.1714 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.bconstruction.net Custom Carpentry, Concrete Framing & Finish The Cooper Company General Contractor Janet Poth - Violin & Viola 949.922.6388 201 N. El Camino Real, www.octykes.com License #B 638754, 949.361.2538 Ike Soffes

949.363.3087 413 Calle Pueblo, janpoth@aol.com www.biffcooperconstruction.com Bankruptcy Attorneys Dunham Construction, Inc. 949.492.7100 HOME LOANS OFFICE FURNITURE The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 License #450880, www.dunhamconstruction.net Coldwell Banker Home Loans - 949.307.7982 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com Hutton Construction South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 949.492.2808 nmls#261832. Tom Fashing, Mortgage Advisor, 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.brucehuttonconstruction.com tom.fashing@mortgagefamily.com Beauty Supply www.southcoastfurniture.com COSMETICS Del Mar Beauty Supply 949.492.8180 HOUSE SITTING Optometry 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste D, www.delmarbeauty.com Mary Kay Cosmetics 949.248.2868 Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 San Clemente Optometry, David J. Nota, OD www.marykay.com/madams2 San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net Blinds 224 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.2029 Dentists San Clemente Window Fashions 949.498.9515 INTERIOR DECORATING & REDESIGN www.sanclementeoptometry.com Seaside Eyecare

949.493.2269 www.sc-wf.com Eric Johnson, D.D.S. 949.493.9311 The Home & Garden Stylist/ 949.218.8022 638 Camino De Los Mares, #A120, 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 209, BOOKS Vignettes of Refinement www.seasideeyecare.com www.drericjohnson.com San Clemente, www.vignettesofrefinement.com 949.492.1114 Ronald Trosper, DDS Village Book Exchange 949.492.7140 PAINTING Rooms With A View - One-Day Makeover 99 Avenida Serra 145 Ave Del Mar, www.downtownsanclemente.com Using Existing Furnishings 949.492.8566 KC Painting & Decorating 949.388.6829 BUSINESS COMPUTER SERVICE, REPAIR DRYWALL/DRYWALL REPAIR www.roomswithavu.com OC - IT

949.488.0029 Periodontics & Dental Implants Call Jeff

949.683.4972 INTERIOR DESIGN 970 Calle Negocio, www.oc-it.com johnson4sc@cox.net Norma Mardian Interior Design 949.492.6271 Dr. Alice P. Moran, DMD 949.361.4867 (GUMS) CARPET 1001 Avenida Pico, Ste. K, www.moranperio.com www.nminteriordesign.com 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

CARPET CLEANING Capistrano Beach Steam Clean 949.240.5875 www.steamcleaningdanapoint.com

CARPET & FLOORING Anaheim Carpet & Flooring 949.366.6564 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.anaheimcarpet.net

Catering Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 111 Avenida Del Mar, #B, www.carbonara.com

ELECTRICAL

Arcadia Electric 949.361.1045 INTERIOR MAKEOVERS www.arcadiaelectric.com Casa Verde Homes Gallagher Electric

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

Entertainment DJ Services KilltheTreble@yahoo.com

PEST CONTROL

Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 JewelerS 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, Paradise Jewelers

949.361.4367 www.freetermitereports.com 949.874.2540 808 N. El Camino Real, www.paradisejewelers.com

Estate Planning, Probate, Trust Lange & Minnott

1401 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 109

& STAGING

949.492.3459

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

LANDSCAPE & DESIGN

949.212.5800

Pet Grooming

VIP Pet Spa

949.492.7473 949.361.9656 810 S. El Camino Real, www.vippetspa.com

Costa Verde Landscape License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com Greenscapes Landscape & Design 949.366.6564 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.greenscapesoc.com Living Gardens Landscape Design 949.218.7459 www.livinggardenslandscapedesign.com

Pet SITTING Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net PAWS-itively Pet Care 949.683.2033 San Clemente

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Pet Treasures

949.493.7297 653 Camino de los Mares, Suite 100, www.theyellowbone.com

PHARMACIES

TILE & STONE INSTALLATION/RESTORATION

Sea View Pharmacy 949.496.0123 665 Camino De Los Mares #101, www.seaviewpharmacy.com

PHOTOGRAPHY Memories Of Me Photos wwwmemoriesofmephotos.com

949.361.0680

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

PLUMBING 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 949.496.9731 Chick’s Plumbing www.chicks-plumbing.com Mission Plumbing & Heating 949.492.4303 1100 S. El Camino Real, www.missionplumbingandheating.com San Clemente Plumbing 949.366.2691 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 108, www.sanclementeplumbing.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

Chick’s Plumbing, Inc. Proudly Serving South Orange County Since 1975

949.496.9731 www.chicks-plumbing.com

Study with Stacy www.studywithstacy.com

949.632.1176

Vacuums

Lic# 310654

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

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

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

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

Restaurants

ROOFING CONTRACTORS

949.498.6204

SALONS

Salon Bamboo 949.361.3348 PRINTING 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. A, Printing OC

949.388.4888 www.salonbamboo.com 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com Salon Bleu 949.366.2060 207 S. El Camino Real, www.scsalonbleu.com Psychologists Sanctuary Salon & Spa 949.429.5802 Manny Tau, Psy.D., PSY14892 800.865.0367 1041 Avenida Pico, Ste. B, www.sanctuarytalega.com 300 S. El Camino Real, Ste. 218, www.drtau.com

Real Estate Altera Real Estate - “Sandy & Rich” www.sandyandrich.com 949.293.3236 Antonio Fiorello, Forté Realty Group 949.842.3631 San Clemente, www.forterealtygroup.com Casa Verde Homes - Simon Wilson 949.212.5800 www.casaverdehomes.com Doug Echelberger First Team Real Estate 407 W. El Camino Real, 949.498.7711 www.echelberger.com Marcie George - Star Real Estate South County marciegeorge@cox.net 949.690.5410 Prue Putnins- Regency Real Estate 949.366.1984 www.TheTalegaTeam.com, www.HomesByPrue.com Steve Smith 949.632.8139 Olympian Altera DCP, ssmithsurfer@msn.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

SCREENS

Sure-Fit Screens

www.surefitscreens.com

Wine Shop & Wine Tasting San Clemente Wine Company 949.429.7076 212 ½ Avenida Del Mar, www.scwinecompany.com

VETERINARIANS

Remodel

Jim Thomas Roofing 162 Calle de Industrias

WINDOW COVERINGS

Yorba Linda Tile & Marble, Inc. 949.276.5752 Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 www.yorbalindatilemarble.com 714.757.3490 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com Troubled Teens San Clemente Window Fashions 949.498.9515 Pacific Quest

949.940.6068 www.sc-wf.com Wine Bar mark@pacificquest.org, www.pacificquest.org The Cellar 949.492.3663 TUTORING 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

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

Water Wise Irrigation Café Calypso

949.366.9386 114 Avenida Del Mar #4 949.361.9656 Costa Verde Landscape POOL/SPA SERVICE & REPAIR Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) Radiant Pool & Spa Service 949.290.5616 111 Avenida Del Mar, #B, www.carbonara.com www.costaverdelandscaping.com The Cellar 949.492.3663 www.radiantpoolservice.com WEBSITE DESIGN SC Pool Techs 949.235.1261 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com www.fixmypoolnow.com San Clemente Website Design 949.246.8345 PRESCHOOLS

WINDOW CLEANING Bayside Window Cleaning 949.290.8230 www.baysidewindowcleaning.com Greg’z Pristine Window Cleaning & 949.294.7852 X-Mas Light Installation

949.498.9412

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

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

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

SURF SCHOOLS San Clemente Surf School 949.334.7649 www.sanclementesurflessons.com

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SCOOP ON THE LOCAL SURF COMMUNITY

Grom of the WEEK Garrett Eslick Age: 12, Bernice Ayer Middle School

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Photo by Andrea Swayne

Garrett Eslick is a seventh-grader at Bernice Ayer Middle School and is in his second year on the school surf team. We caught up with him at a recent early morning practice session with his team at T Street. He said he really enjoys practicing with coaches Openshaw and Stephens and that they—along with his older brother who takes him surfing often—have really helped him to improve his skills on a shortboard. Garrett also pointed out that he is currently concentrating on improving his wave selection with an eye toward catching both more and better waves during contests. His favorite surf travel experience to date was last year’s trip to Baja with his team and his favorite local surf breaks are T Street and Uppers. Garrett is a multi-sport athlete who plays on a Victory Lacrosse team and is also a running back for his Pop Warner football team the SC Tritons. He enjoys playing sports and being active so much that his favorite subject in school is PE. Garrett’s other hobbies include playing Call of Duty on his Xbox. —Andrea Swayne

Brophy Kicks Off ‘Paint Shop’ Artist, Wife Showcase Behind Scenes Work

Surf ForecasT

By Christina Scannapiego San Clemente Times

I

f Bob Ross (may he rest in peace—I mean no disrespect) had been a lot cooler, his TV show, The Joy of Painting may have been a little bit more like San Clemente’s most famous surf artist’s new informative, reality television show, The Paint Shop with Drew Brophy, airing weekly on local Santa Barbara County, Orange County and Los Angeles Cox and Time Warner cable channels. Brophy’s surreal, whimsical, vibrant designs—now recognizable all over the world—started gaining fame when his paint pen work graced surfboards everywhere. Demand for his work grew and turned into all types of merchandise: Skateboards, T-shirts, wakeboards, bikes, motorcycles, cars—even mailboxes.

After Brophy and video director, Brian Ill, ran a wildly popular stint creating YouTube webisodes, Brophy’s business partner and wife, Maria Brophy, pitched the idea for a television show to Newport’s Crystal Cove media “and we were off to the races,” he said.

Maria Brophy generates a good deal of her husband’s work, which is the reason she’s also a key player in every episode of The Paint Shop. “She does everything. I just paint,” Brophy said of his wife, the marketing and public relations force behind his success.

The show, which takes place in his quaint and bright San Clemente studio on Los Molinos and follows the Brophys around town, is aimed at communicating to an audience exactly what it takes to get a job done from the moment a client walks through the doors all the way through production—and the surprises that happen along the way. For instance, while the crew is in the midst of filming, Brophy working on a major beach cruiser design project, in strolls Hawaiian surfing legend and shaper, Gerry Lopez, looking to order some art-

San Clemente Times March 17–23, 2011

Despite all the recognition Drew Brophy receives for his images, Brophy remains humble. “We’re just a small, San Clemente family business making a go of it,” he said. File photo

work. Brophy expects the unexpected, but most importantly, he sees the show as an opportunity to inform the public exactly what a professional and commercial art career is all about.

“When I was a kid, I didn’t know that art could be a viable career. I didn’t fit in, in school. I was good at surfing and I was good at art but those two things didn’t mean anything,” he lamented.

In fact, Brophy’s high school guidance counselor had pulled him aside and asked him what he planned to do with the rest of his life, informing the boy that he couldn’t paint and surf forever. So for Brophy, the show is a bit cathartic, allowing him to debunk the stereotype of “starving artist” and “deadbeat surfer” in one fell swoop.

“It’s a chance to show parents that art is not only a feasible career but also an

Water temp: 57-60˚F Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: 6-10’ Poor; Catalina: 8-12’ Poor+ Remarks: A solid, peaking, WNW groundswell prevails on Thursday, with a new mix of WNWNW and SSW swells building Friday and into the weekend. Surge is moderate and visibility is low for generally poor diving conditions.

Short range: A solid WNW swell peaks on Thursday with 5-8’ surf for good breaks, and some 10’ sets for top exposures. Conditions are an issue with walled shape and the beach breaks and possible breezy WNW winds. Look for a new mix of WNW-NW and SSW swells to build in on Friday, with more manageable surf for most breaks.

Long range: Our new WNW-NW swell eases slightly on Saturday as small SSW swell peaks and holds. Better WNW-NW exposed breaks are good for shoulder-head high+ surf on Saturday, backing down into the waist-head high range by Sunday. Stay tuned to Surfline.com for updates as this swell has yet to develop.

important one,” he said. And at the same time, he still uses his passion for surfing to inspire his creativity, having just returned from celebrating his 40th on Oahu’s North Shore, where, as fate would have it, he and his family were driven to evacuate their accommodations at Ke Iki Beach Cottages for higher ground, when the March 11 tsunami warnings were issued. Drew, Maria and their son Dylan headed to higher ground up Pupukea summit.

“It was like something out of a movie,” Maria Brophy recalled. Despite a huge scare and a brush with a few ominous thugs, they escaped disaster and have come to appreciate surfing, art and the success it’s brought them even more—if that’s possible. “Drew loves surfing Pipeline and all he wanted for his birthday was a few tuberides,” she continued. “He got them.” SC

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SURF RESULTS WSA Gatorade Championship Tour Event No. 8 March 5-6, 2011, Morro Bay, The Rock MICRO GROM BOYS/GIRLS SB U9: 1. Kade Matson, San Clemente; 4. Cole Mezak, San Juan Capistrano. BOYS/GIRLS U10: 5. Isaiah Howard, San Clemente. BOYS U12: 1. Cole Houshmand, San Clemente. BOYS U14: 6.

Davis Freud, Dana Point. BOYS U16: 1. Kevin Schulz, San Clemente; 2. Ethan Carlston, San Clemente. BOYS U18: 4. Wyatt Brady, San Clemente. GIRLS U12: 6. Ellie Bosse, San Clemente. GIRLS U14: 2. Tia Blanco, San Clemente. GIRLS U16: 2. LuLu Erkeneff, Dana Point; 3. Tia Blanco, San Clemente; 5. Kirra Connolly, San Clemente; 6. Kristen Laurent, San Clemente. GIRLS U18: 4. LuLu Erkeneff, Dana Point. BOYS LB U14: 1. Mason Shaw, Capistrano Beach; 2. Jacob Atwood, Capistrano Beach; 5. Noah Atwood, Capistrano Beach. JR. LB U18: 1. Casey Powell, San Clemente; 2. Mason Shaw, Capistrano Beach.

GIRLS LB U14: 1. Tia Blanco, San Clemente.

GIRLS LB U18: 1. Emmy Lombard, San Clemente; 2. LuLu Erkeneff, Dana Point; 5. Tory Gilkerson, San Clemente. MEN 18-29: 2. Levi Gregory, San Clemente. LEGENDS 50+: 2.

Dale Baker, San Clemente; 6. Kyle Twitchell, San Clemente. OPEN MEN: 2. Kevin Schulz, San Clemente. OPEN MEN LB: 2. Rick Ekstein, Dana Point. WOMEN LB 18+: 1. Sheri Crummer, San Clemente. For full results, log on to www.sanclementetimes.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS March 19-20: Surfing America Prime Event No. 6, Camp Pendleton, DMJ’s March 19-20: NSSA Southwest Conference Explorer Event No. 8, San Clemente, Pier April 2-3: WSA Gatorade Championship Tour Event No. 9, Dana Point, Salt Creek SC Times online video show Log on to www.sanclementetimes.com and browse our collection of videos featuring the people, places and events that make up our rich surf community.

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