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Weather or Not

Inclement conditions, high surf part of 2015 Ocean Festival SPORTS/PAGE 16

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Dozens of people participate in the one-mile swim on Sunday at the 39th Ocean Festival in San Clemente.

Despite rain on Saturday, events took place throughout Sunday. Photo: Eric Heinz

After 20 Years, Beach Garden Cafe to Close After Lease Pulled EYE ON SC/PAGE 6

Final San Clemente Police Chief Dies at 77 EYE ON SC/PAGE 7

949 Volleyball Club Wins Gold at Jr. Nationals SPORTS/PAGE 28

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LOCAL NEWS & IN-DEPTH REPORTING had indicated the incident was a suicide.

A few people who were on scene near the train tracks said they had heard from eye-witnesses that the person “stuck out their hand and then stepped in front of the oncoming train.”

The body lay covered under a yellow tarp as investigators and onlookers were present.

The incident, which took place near San Clemente’s annual Ocean Festival activities, was reported to have occurred less than an hour after events were suspended due to lightning in the area.

ing that we were getting no imports.”

On Wednesday, Mac said prices were stabilizing but not going down. —EH

Snowbird Bandit Robs Rancho Santa Margarita Bank THE LATEST: The infamous “Snowbird

WHAT’S NEXT: More information can be found at the OC Coroner website at www. ocsd.org/divisions/prof/coroner—EH

Gas Price Spike Linked to Supply Shortage

Gasoline prices in Orange County were at an average of $3.79 per gallon for regular unleaded in San Clemente three weeks ago, but the average price as of Wednesday was about $4.19 per gallon, according to gasbuddy. com. Photo: Eric Heinz

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Five things San Clemente should know this week SONGS Panel to Discuss Emergency Planning, Waste Storage THE LATEST: According to a July 15 press release, the San Onofre Community Engagement Panel will discuss safe storage of used nuclear fuel and emergency planning during the panel’s quarterly meeting July 23 in Oceanside.

Representatives from Southern California Edison and Holtec International will discuss the defense approach to storing and managing used nuclear fuel.

“SCE has selected Holtec to expand San Onofre’s storage of used nuclear fuel in a robust, below-ground facility,” the release stated. “The panel was formed to advise the co-owners of the San Onofre nuclear plant on decommissioning the facility and to foster public education and involvement during decommissioning.”

Guest speakers at the meeting will include Sara Kaminske of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, who will discuss the responsibilities of off-site emergency responders. SONGS emergency plan was downgraded in June to a more flexible emergency planning.

SCE announced in June 2013 that it would retire San Onofre Units 2 and 3 and has begun the process to decommission San Clemente Times July 23-29, 2015

the facility.

WHAT’S NEXT: The meeting is scheduled from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the QLN Conference Center, 1938 Avenida Del Oro, in Oceanside. The press release stated there will be a public comment period, and the meeting will be live-streamed at www. songscommunity.com. —Eric Heinz

Library’s Opening ‘Tentative’ THE LATEST: Because of permitting, the San Clemente Library soft opening that is scheduled for Monday has now been described as “tentative” by library officials.

“Everything is tentative based on permits and approvals,” said Karen Wall, the San Clemente branch librarian. “We can be scheduled for permits and final walkthroughs, but we can’t anticipate things won’t be a problem. There’s nothing we can do. We can’t open if we don’t have an occupancy permit.”

WHAT’S NEXT: The official grand opening celebration for the library is scheduled Aug. 29 —EH

Man Commits Suicide Near Ocean Festival Site THE LATEST: Orange County Sheriff’s Department reported at 1:27 p.m. Saturday, July 18 that a person had died after being hit by an Amtrak train near the 600 Block of Avenida Victoria, near the San Clemente Pier.

According to the Orange County Coroner, the man was Jacob Mackey, 23.

OCSD reported that initial witnesses

THE LATEST: Southern California enjoyed cheaper gas while it lasted, but the state’s supply is not up to par with the rest of the nation, according to petroleum analysts.

Allison Mac, petroleum analysts with gasbuddy.com for the western United States, said because California hasn’t produced enough petroleum, energy reports had retailers scrambling to change prices.

“These big increases started (July 9), and the main Energy Information Administration report showed, on July 8, we were below comfortable levels as to how much supply we have in Southern California,” Mac said.

Mac said the population in California has been growing year after year, meaning the demand has been higher with the production unable to keep up.

“The gas market basically freaked out and prices went up,” Mac said. “Wholesale prices rose $1.27 per gallon. Oil is still cheap. It’s economics 101, but if you think about it, prices dropped in Southern California from May until now. Things were looking good; we survived Memorial Day Weekend and survived Fourth of July, and there was an increase in use, and we were using a lot of gas, so that could be an explanation to why our supply is lower.”

Another factor as to why California has some of the highest gas prices in the nation is because it has one of the highest gas taxes at about 60 cents per gallon.

That is coupled with the mandatory unique blend of gasoline the state uses, which costs more to produce but emits less.

WHAT’S NEXT: Mac said the prices are likely to remain steady in the foreseeable future, unless California starts importing or producing more petroleum.

“Imports started coming in March, and we said we needed to supply cushion,” Mac said. “Then this report came out say-

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The suspect, known as “Snowbird Bandit” has robbed five banks since March, sometimes threatening people with a weapon. Photo: FBI

Bandit,” a caucasion man officers believe to be in his early 50s or late 60s, 5 feet 9 inches tall and about 200 pounds, struck again Tuesday in Rancho Santa Margarita, robbing the First Citizens Bank, located at 29818 Santa Margarita Parkway with a weapon. The robbery was the second at the bank.

The suspect has committed five bank robberies in south Orange County since March.

“During some of the robberies, the suspect displayed a revolver as he demanded cash,” the Bank Robbery Apprehension Team in Orange County said in a press release published Tuesday night.

“In the robbery that occurred in Mission Viejo, the suspect carried a white pouch with the word, ‘Medic’ printed on it.”

The Snowbird Bandit wore a straw hat each time he robbed a bank.

The suspect has robbed these banks in the last few months: • Wells Fargo Bank, 24471 Alicia Parkway, Mission Viejo • First Citizens Bank, 29818 Santa Margarita, Rancho Santa Margarita • Cal Bank & Trust, 24034 Camino Del Avion, Dana Point • U.S. Bank, 111 Corporate Drive, Ladera Ranch • First Citizens Bank, 29818 Santa Margarita Parkway, Rancho Santa Margarita WHAT’S NEXT: Anyone with information as to the identity of the Snowbird Bandit is asked to contact the FBI or call 911. In Los Angeles, the FBI can be reached at 310.477.6565. Additional information about bank robbers wanted in southern California can be found at www.labankrobbers. org.—EH www.sanclementetimes.com

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Beach Garden Café to Close After Nearly 20 Years Owners said logistic discrepancy led to lease termination

BY ERIC HEINZ , SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

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ne of San Clemente’s Pier Bowl businesses will have to move at the end of the month, after its lease agreement was not renewed.

The owners of Beach Garden Cafe, Sue and Mike McGeary, said their lease is not going to be renewed after almost 20 years. The cafe is located at 618 Avenida Victoria, right near San Clemente Pier.

“The issue is with our cooking equipment,” Mike said. “We have a hood motor that’s located outside of our building in between our building and the new building (located next to the business). Our property owner wanted to put stairs between us and the new building, and they asked us to relocate that hood motor.”

The owners said they looked at “ventless” systems, but because they emit heavy grease particles in a small area, Sue said that wouldn’t be feasible. Additionally, they said no one would recommend them doing this.

After exhausting resources on restaurant consultants and trying to find a way to keep the lease, it wasn’t enough to persuade the owner, Mike said.

“We just didn’t realize we were going to be done,” Sue said.

Both Sue and Mike said they are not sure if they will seek another location.

They said it’s in their plans, but nothing has been explored at this time.

In 1993, the couple purchased the Pier

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Sue, left, and Mike McGeary stand outside the business Beach Garden Café on Friday. They will have to close after July 31 as their lease was not renewed.

Photo: Eric Heinz

Market, adjacent to Beach Garden Cafe, which had brought them to San Clemente from Diamond Bar. Their son now owns the market.

They attribute a well-rounded business method to their success by providing “great food, caring about our customers, building relationships, great servers, great cooks—the whole package,” Sue said.

The Beach Garden Cafe is the undisputed champion of the clam chowder cook-off at Seafest in San Clemente, winning the top prize nine years in a row.

Working with the family has also been enjoyable, Mike said.

“We’ve just met generations of people,” Mike said. “It was fun to watch it grow.

From how little it did when we opened to what it does now is shocking.”

Sue said she will miss the employees, customers and other people who they would meet near the café.

“What I’ll miss is the people, my friends, my customers, my employees,” Sue said.

“It’s all about the people.”

Mike also thanked his loyal customers who he said have shown remorse for the loss of the location.

“We appreciate their business and we think the world of them,” Mike said.

The last day Beach Garden Café will be open in its current location is July 31.

“At least if we’re going to close, we’re going out on top,” Sue said. SC

MOLDY TOES RECORDS 221 South Ola Vista, San Clemente 949.444.8275 www.facebook.com/moldytoesrecords After finishing its first year of business, San Clemente’s Moldy Toes Records has packed up and moved to a new location.

Located just one street over from the original store, the store provides a wide array of both new and used vinyl records and CDs from a multitude of genres.

Moldy Toes Records also carries a varied selection of Crosley brand turntables, music-related T-shirts and accepts vinyl and CD trade-ins.

Owner Tom Full said Moldy Toes aims to offer fair prices on what he calls “the largest selection of new records in south Orange County” and prides himself on the quality of his used product.

“I’m really select on what I put out,” Full said.

A 25-year veteran of the music business, Full opened the store last August as a way to step back into the world of music.

“It was either this or buy a convertible,” Full said in jest. “I’ve always been associated with music, and I haven’t done it for a long time. I wanted to get back into it” —Jacob Onofrio

us help our clients find ease and balance in their body.”

Their first year, they said, was excellent.

Although they had been well-received by customers and the community, their methods can be perceived as a bit unorthodox and cutting-edge.

“Our goal was to make sure our message was well-received,” Madero said.

“Our message is a bit complex in helping people understand the concepts of living in a home and how this translates into your stiffness. Everyone has adopted our supporting systems.”

One example of this is using a wire coming out of your sheets to a grounding rod that is stuck into the ground in order to reduce the electromagnetic field to which the body is exposed.

Diehl has been in the sales and marketing industry and Madero was trained at one of the top resort spas in Mexico.

“What we’re doing has never been done in the industry,” Madero said. “People are leaving here dropping lifelong issues—issues that have been there for decades.”

There are some far-off plans for expansion, but for now the current location is the primary hub. SC

One-Year Anniversary SHINE BODYWORKS 380 Camino De Estrella 949.916.1419 www.shinebodyworks.com/ Owners Alfredo Madero and Suzanne Diehl said they have had a banner first year with Shine Bodyworks.

“We do therapeutic bodywork and we believe it’s much more than a massage,” Madero said. “We incorporate forwardthinking concepts and products that help

Suzanne Diehl, left, and Alfredo Madero, owners of Shine Bodyworks in San Clemente, said their first year has been nothing but rays of success.

Photo: Eric Heinz

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Community NEWS BITES SC Arts Supply to Host Meetings New Workshops

Corps on Nov. 10, 1775. Every year, around the world, Marines celebrate this day with a traditional Cake Cutting Ceremony and Formal Ball.

To help with gown costs, people can bring gently used gowns to the Community Center in San Clemente, 100 N. Calle Seville, before Aug. 20. They will be chosen by the ladies at the annual Ball Gown Give Away at Camp Pendleton. For further information call Carla at 949.357.5555 or scsupportsusmc@ hotmail.com.

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THURSDAY, JULY 23

Junior Woman’s Club Mixer

5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The mixer is an informational meeting about the San Clemente Junior Woman’s Club.

The meeting takes place at Sundried Tomato. 821 Via Suerte, No. 101, president@scjwc.org, www.scjwc.org.

SONGS Community Engagement Panel Meeting 6 p.m.-9 p.m. The Community Engagement Panel will meet at the QLN Conference Center, 1938 Avenida del Oro in Oceanside. www.songscommunity.com/default.asp

SUNDAY, JULY 26

San Clemente Farmers Market

9 a.m.–1 p.m., Bundles of flowers, fresh produce and much more every Sunday. Avenida Del Mar. TUESDAY, JULY 28

Sunshine Rotary

7:15 a.m. San Clemente Sunshine Rotary meets every Tuesday at Talega Golf Course Signature Grille, 990 Avenida Talega. www.scsunriserotary. com.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29

San Clemente Rotary

Noon. The San Clemente Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at the Wedgewood Restaurant at the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena. 949.233.7981. www.sanclementerotary.org.

San Clemente Kiwanis

Noon. The San Clemente Kiwanis meet most Wednesdays for lunch at Tommy’s Restaurant. 1409 S. El Camino Real, 949.366.5423, www.sanclementekiwanis.com.

Thursday, July 30

Charter School Discussion

7 p.m. The South Orange County Coalition for Education Rejuvenation will host an informational meeting to learn about a grassroots effort to bring a tuition-free public charter school option to San Clemente. Talega Swim & Athletic Club, 100 Calle Altea, jshapiro@edvancecsg.com or lauraferg@ cox.net.

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San Clemente Art Supply has recently established new classes for adults and teens and introduced brand-new classes for children. The owner, Patti Herdell, said SC Art Supply is constantly adding new classes to help artists learn new skills and stay creative.

Some of the new adult classes that the SC Art Supply opened are an adult doodling class and “Uncork! Your Inner Artist,” a class where adults can paint and drink wine. The focus of both classes is relaxation and creativity. Some of the new classes for teens and adults being introduced are “Learn to Scrimshaw” and the workshop “Sea Glass Wire Wrapping.”

Taught by Kelly Gallaher, the AfterSchool Fine Art Academy is a new class that SC Art Supply is opening to kids.

There are classes for first- through fifthgrade students focusing on the history of art and a large range of art mediums.

The second class is for sixth- through eighth-grade students and focuses on how to refine drawing skills. Another class is scheduled for seventh- through 10th-grade students to help them use their creativity

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San Clemente Art Supply has a few new classes it’s offering for children and adults. Photo: Ryan Song

and drawing skills for more complex art mediums. The classes are three-month sessions that guide students through hands-on learning and a safe, fun, creative and supportive environment.

“Our goal this year is to increase the awareness of our class offerings in surrounding areas,” Herdell said.

For more information about the SC Art Supply and a schedule of the classes, visit www.scartsupply.com.

Marines Looking for Gently Use Ball Gowns The Marine Corps Birthday Ball commemorates the creation of the Marine

DISTURBANCE East Avenida Palizada/El Camino Real (3:51 p.m.) A homeless man in possession of an open container was reportedly buying cigarettes for 9-year-old kids.

Sunday, July 19

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All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department website. The calls represent what was told to the deputy in the field by the radio dispatcher. The true nature of an incident often differs from what is initially reported. No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided. An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD website.

Monday, July 20 DISTURBANCE Calle Altea, 0 Block (9:40 p.m.)

Four juveniles were throwing eggs at the caller’s house and at cars driving by.

SHOTS HEARD – NO SUSPECT INFORMATION Montilla, 0 Block (9:47 p.m.)

Four gunshots were reported to be heard from behind the school or the nearby park.

FRAUD REPORT Camino De Los Mares, 600 Block (9:18 p.m.) After unsuccessfully attempting to purchase gift cards with declined credit cards, a man and a woman returned to the location and tried again.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE El Campana, 600 Block (9:06 p.m.)

A man in a red Ford Focus was selling drugs while parked in the cul-de-sac.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES El Camino Real, 100 Block (8:52 p.m.)

A woman called from Laguna Niguel claiming the cleaning lady was afraid to go into the building because a homeless man was laying out his belongings and blocking the front door.

DISTURBANCE Calle Campanero, 800 Block (3:24 a.m.)

A man tried to unhook his vehicle from a tow truck as it was being towed.

Saturday, July 18 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Camino De Estrella/Camino Mira Costa (11:35 p.m.) A man was seen moving around a fence to get into the property.

The caller believed he may have been stealing things.

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Savers Moves Locations Savers is a donations and recycling organization partnered with local charities. The newest location of the donation station in San Clemente is behind Ralph’s grocery in the Ocean View Plaza on Camino de los Mares. More than 120 local charities benefit from donations of clothing, toys, books, kitchenware, small appliances and electronics. After a garage sale or downsizing a storage unit or closet, drop items at the attended drop spot behind Ralph’s.

Have something interesting for the community? Tell us about awards, events, happenings, accomplishments and more. We’ll put your submissions into “News Bites.” Send your information to editorial@sanclementetimes.com.

BURGLARY Via Timon/Camino Tierra Grande (9:46 p.m.) Four to five men with flashlights came in through the back door of the caller’s house and turned off the lights.

ILLEGALLY PARKED VEHICLE Avenida San Dimas, 100 Block (9:31 p.m.)

A woman and 10 dogs were camping in an illegally parked RV. SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Interstate-5 Freeway/Cristianitos Road (7:36 p.m.) A man with a rifle was seen walking over the bridge on the freeway.

He was not pointing it at anyone.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (7:23 p.m.)

Police ran a patrol check for a 26-year-old man who was trying to fight people and urinating in the street.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (4:30 p.m.)

Escaped Mexican drug lord El Chapo was reportedly seen at a bar with six other subjects.

STOLEN VEHICLE El Camino Real, 200 Block (12:38 a.m.)

A green Kia Soul was stolen from the parking lot. It was last seen at 10 p.m. the previous day. www.sanclementetimes.com

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‘Ace’ of Hearts Albert C. Ehlow remembered as strong police chief

BY ERIC HEINZ, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

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he death of Albert “Ace” C. Ehlow, 77, has brought more dark clouds to San Clemente than the recent weather.

Ace is remembered by his colleagues and friends as the shining example of a police officer, leader and community advocate.

His initials inspired the nickname Ace, but people said he earned it through his dedication and service.

Ace was on vacation with his wife, Marylin, in Paris, France when previous health conditions caused him to become ill. He died last Thursday evening, in Paris.

Ace was a corporal in the Marines and stationed at Camp Pendleton. He joined the San Clemente Police Services in 1961, starting out as a dog catcher and working his way up the ranks. In 1987, he was appointed chief of police by the City Council.

He retired in 1992 shortly after the city made a financial move to contract police services with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.

Richard Corder, longtime friend and former SCPS officer who was hired by Ace in 1979, said Ace’s wife and children were making their way back to the United States with his body on Wednesday. Memorial services have not been planned at this time.

“He was fair, compassionate and we were all one big family at the San Clemente Police Department,” Corder said.

“Everybody cared about each other. He made you want to work for him and enjoy working for him.”

Capt. John Coppock, OCSD Southwest Operations division commander, started with SCPS in 1986, right before Ace was named chief.

“He’s just like a father to me,” Coppock

Albert “Ace” Ehlow stands on stage at the 2012 Memorial Day celebration in San Clemente. Photo: Courtesy of Jim Dahl

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Richard Corder, left, and Albert “Ace” Ehlow stand together in a 1987 photo in San Clemente. Photo: Courtesy of Richard Corder

said. “He was just a real father figure to a lot of us and helped maintain that family atmosphere. He was just a great man with a heart of gold.”

Coppock said Ace stayed in touch with a lot of the former and current police officers after he retired. When Coppock returned to take over as chief of Police Services for OCSD in San Clemente, he said he and Ace started a citizen’s academy, a now-defunct 12-week program that provided citizens an inside look at law enforcement.

Ace was instrumental in organizing annual Memorial Day events, was a frequent aide to the Marine Corps League, helped establish Semper Fi Park, arranged to help give food to Marines families and welcomed troops back home.

It was Ace who led the movement to dedicate a portion of Interstate 5 as Richard T. Steed Memorial Highway.

Rod Rodriguez, a former SCPS officer and Marine, said he had known Ace for more than 50 years.

“I worked for (SCPS) for 12 years, and then I started my own business here in town, and we became acquainted in the Marine Corps league,” Rodriguez said. “We did barbecues for the 2/4 and the Chamber of Commerce, and Ehlow was the first one to help me. This has been going on for about 15 years and he worked all those years.”

When he got the news, Rodriguez was devastated.

“I lost my best friend. I could not believe it,” Rodriguez said. “I’m 76 years old and I was crying like a baby. He was a very special person. Everyone loved him, and he was a very good boss and a really good guy to work for.”

Gary E. Brown, police chief of San Clemente from 1978 to 1985, said Ace was someone he could depend on when he first arrived in the city.

“There were no strangers in the room when Ace was there,” Brown said. “He was very outgoing and very welcoming. I never saw him get depressed or get down on himself or others. He was always supportive of everyone there.”

Editor’s Note: Due to space constraints this week, a full-length version of this story is available at www.sanclementetimes.com. SC Page 7

SC SOAPBOX San Clemente

VIEWS, OPINIONS AND INSIGHTS

Letters to the Editor POLICY OVERHAUL NEEDED FOR SCHOOL DISTRICT MATTHEW HUNT, San Clemente

I commend Capistrano Unified School District Trustee Jim Reardon’s proposal at the district’s June 24 meeting. The board considered instituting a whistleblower protection policy to give district employees protection against retribution when bringing forward criticisms of the district’s practices.

Nevertheless, I have to add that my applause is lacking enthusiasm. While such a policy is needed in any large agency, it doesn’t come near to patching the hole that the debacle of Colonel Mike Halt’s firing and subsequent “reelection offer” exposed.

Whereas offering Halt a position as principal at a school other than San Clemente High School seemed like a move to protect the district from a lawsuit, I’m afraid it will have done just the opposite.

What the board has done is conceded that Halt should never have been “non-

reelected” in the first place. To follow that admission with an offer of a position anywhere other than SCHS, I expect, will be the meat of a lawsuit against the district.

What the school board decided to do in conjunction with its reelection offer was to indefinitely table Trustee John Alpay’s request for an independent investigation into Colonel Halt’s initial firing. That was a mistake. CUSD needs this probe more than ever, and now that they have chosen not to do one, the inquiry will likely be vetted in a court of law for their admitted wrongful termination.

CUSD needs a thorough checkup and with such scrutiny should be a plan to revise its system of employee review. The district has hidden behind the shroud of “personnel matters” to the extent that the public cannot know how we arrived at the current state of affairs. Nevertheless, it is apparent that there has been a method to the numerous firings of administrators in San Clemente schools for the last few years; much of the blame has fallen on the shoulders of one assistant superintendent.

If one superintendent can do that kind of damage in such a large district, we need a new system.

I have attended a number of board meetings in the last two months, and I was repeatedly shocked when faced with the

agendas. If a 3-inch, three-ring binder is inadequate to hold a typical board agenda, there are, without doubt, going to be big mistakes.

In the wake of these fiascos of the board is an opportunity. In the 1980s, Tylenol faced an enormous crisis when its products were tampered with; Jack in the Box also faced a huge backlash in the 1990s when it served E-coli-laden meat, killing innocent customers. Both companies restored their images and, in doing so, changed the way their entire industries did business. CUSD needs to do the same. It must make a system of review that allows proper checks so that no one as upstanding as Halt could be said to not be “meeting the District’s rigorous standards.”

It is possible to create efficient systems of review in districts as large as CUSD. A complex system would never rely solely on a single source of information.

And if communication and teamwork were emphasized at CUSD, Halt would not be Estancia’s new principal and many former San Clemente administrators would be further refining the excellent work that they had already been doing in our schools.

CONFEDERATE FLAG WRITE-UP HITS MARK GRANT ROHR, Capistrano Beach

Once again, Jim Kempton has “nailed it,” this time on the issue of the Confederate flag. I’ve long wondered why some of my fellow Americans consider it appropriate to fly a flag that represents an enemy government of the United States of America.

I have no problem with Southerners being proud of some aspects of their heritage, such as their cuisine, music, literature and architectural heritage. But the death and destruction that resulted from the secession of Southern slave states, the formation of the Confederate States of America and the resulting Civil War (which killed about 2 percent of the population and left many more severely injured) have left wounds on our national psyche that are still with us today. One hundred and fi fty years have passed since the surrender of the Confederate forces.

It’s now time to put this horrible chapter in our history to rest. Thank you, Jim Kempton, for so eloquently stating what needs to be said. You are a true local treasure!

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GETTING OUT

At the Movies: A Diary on Amy Winehouse

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

The List

What’s going on in and around town this week

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Thursday | 23 SAN CLEMENTE BEACH CONCERT 6 p.m.-7:45 p.m. Enjoy 60s soul and Motown music performed by Stone Soul just north of the San Clemente Pier. The program is free. Fisherman’s Restaurant sponsors a barbecue dinner served at the beach front for $8 per person. Arrive early for blanket space and parking. For more information, call 949.361.8264 or visit www.san-clemente.org.

OPEN CASA: MAXWELL CARRAHER 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Casa Romantica showcases Maxwell Ivan Carraher, a native of Los Angeles whose sculptures strive to enlighten intrinsic ideas and fundamental emotions that occur inside all people. The showcase runs July 23-26 and admission for all ages is free. Casa Romantica, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

Friday | 24 ON IMPULSE AT CABRILLO PLAYHOUSE: SIMPLY SIMON 8 p.m. The On Impulse Acting Troupe continues their summer season at the Cabrillo Playhouse with a hilarious night of Neil Simon comedy scenes at 8 p.m. on July 24 and 25 and 2 p.m. on July 26. Tickets are $20. Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 949.492.0465, www.cabrilloplayhouse.org.

Saturday | 25 RELAY FOR LIFE 10 a.m.-10 a.m. One day. One night. One

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community. One fight. A 24-hour relay event held July 25-26 at San Clemente High School, benefitting the American Cancer Society. 700 E Avenida Pico, 949.567.0613, www.facebook.com/RelayForLifeSanClemente.

AVENTURA COMEDY SHOW 7 p.m. Comedian Lowell Sanders—a national comedy club headliner currently touring with Tim Allen, and host/opener Joey Bielaska, will present a comedy show with the Aventura Sailing Association to benefit Olive Crest for the prevention and treatment of child abuse. Tickets are $25 and include two drinks. Appetizers will be available for purchase. Aventura Sailing Association, Dana Point Harbor, 24707 Dana Drive, 949.493.9493, www.aventurasailing.com.

Sunday | 26 LUXRE REALTY COMMUNITY BARBECUE 11 a.m. Enjoy free barbecue as the LuXre Realty office celebrates recently installed artificial turf and putting green in an effort to conserve water. 222 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 92672, 949.498.3702.

FREE KIDS FISHING CLINIC & TRIPS Noon. Dana Wharf Sportfishing invites all children to enjoy a dockside fishing clinic and learn hands-on fishing techniques from experts. After the clinic, Dana Wharf will be running a fishing trip from 12:45 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. Adults are $46 plus license and equipment, children 12 and under fish for free with the purchase of one adult ticket. Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 888.224.0603, www.danawharf.com.

NATIONAL ZOOKEEPER APPRECIATION WEEK 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Help the Orange County Zoo thank their zookeepers for all their hard work caring for the animals. Children’s activities include making thank you cards for zookeepers, creating a junior

zookeeper safari hat, games and a special scavenger hunt. At 1:30 p.m. zookeepers will introduce the zoo’s newest animal, a young California black bear named Elinor.

Visitors can learn what a zookeeper’s day is like, see some of the “tools of the trade” and meet some zoo animals up close.

Reservations are not needed. Activities are free with paid zoo admission. $2 per person, ages 2 and under free. Parking is $5.

Irvine Regional Park, 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, 92869, 714.973.6847, www.ocparks.com/zoo.

Monday | 27 COUNTRY DANCIN’ WITH PATRICK AND FRIENDS 6:30 p.m. Every Monday at The Swallow’s Inn with steak night and happy hour prices. 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com.

Tuesday | 28 “SKETCH YOUR LIFE!” AN INTRODUCTION TO SKETCHBOOK JOURNALING 10 a.m.-4 p.m. On July 28 and 29, join watercolor artist Leslie Fehling at the San Clemente Art Supply for a fun-filled introduction to expressing yourself creatively through sketchbook journaling. In this two-day workshop, you’ll sketch and paint several pages in your own sketchbook using what you’ve learned. The two-day class is $225 per person and participants are required to bring their own materials.

1531 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.369.6603, www.scartsupply.com.

Wednesday | 29 CASA KIDS: STORY TIME 10 a.m. Children ages 3 to 5 can enjoy reading with their parents every Wednesday. Admission is free. Casa Romantica, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

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ollowing Brett Morgan’s Cobain: Montage of Heck, Asif Kapadia’s Amy is the second documentary this year to cover the life of a modern music legend who tragically died at age 27. Amy Winehouse was not only a successful musician in her time but also paved the way for future popular songstresses like Adele and Lana del Rey, and the ranks of her fans continue to grow only four years after her premature death.

Amy follows the jazz singer from childhood to her last days with archival footage and audio commentary from the people in her life, showing a young girl with a big talent, honest personality and some vulnerability that Photo: Courtesy consume her art and personal life. Like the superstar cliché, Winehouse lived by sex, drugs and rock & roll but not without her share of close friendships and toxic relationships as her two albums became critical hits.

Kapadia’s decision to not actually show the interview footage of the people in Amy’s life, and just focus on the old footage and photos of her life, recordings and shows, takes the audience right into the memory of Winehouse, like a virtual diary. By hearing Amy speaking and singing, we can hear mostly her side of the story and be reminded of how much of an effect her songs and persona were on pop culture. For fans of Winehouse or music documentaries, Amy is the one to see this summer. SC

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Home improvements, inside and out, can be daunting.

We are here to change that. Right in our backyard, are a pool of experts who can make home transformations—both small and large—a simple, enjoyable task with a big impact. Throughout the pages of our inaugural Inside/Outside issue you’ll find tips directly from local know-it-alls in landscape architecture, interior design, general contracting and more, who have shared their in-the-field experiences and expertise to help you refine your personal spaces.

Whether you are a do-it-yourselfer or a wanting-a-changer, our latest special project has tools for you to tackle tasks around the home to make your dream space a reality.

Home Improvement Made Simple // 3 Quick Do-it-yourself Projects to Liven Up Your Space 2 When it comes to freshening up a home, small changes can have a big impact. You don’t have to break the back either. Are you ready to revolutionize your bedroom? Or give your front porch a surgical-free facelift? Here are a few simple weekend projects that can provide the breath of fresh air your space needs.

Adding color to a room, be it with curtains, pillows or rugs, is a great way to lighten it up. You don’t have to commit to a painted focal wall. Instead play with various textures and shades of the color palette. Accent pillows can add a nice pop to your couch during the spring and in a guest bedroom come fall.

Nothing has to be permanent. Search for versatile pieces you can use around the house.

Sometimes making an exterior change can provide inspiration for revamping the rest of your home. Start by creating a warm and welcoming feel to your entrance. Give the front door a fresh coat of paint, switch out the door’s hardware and clean up the light fixtures. Even upgrading your house numbers can make a difference. Have some fun with it and pull in color by adding potted flowers and succulents.

Holes in the wall can be patched up and painted over—so, don’t be afraid to switch up your artwork and photo galleries. Incorporate varying frames, of different shapes, sizes and color. Remember, you create the rules. Blend personal photographs with a flea-market find, mass-produced print and your child’s latest artwork. Then, switch it up every so often by changing out pieces and pics. This is your gallery, curate.

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STYLE-SPIRTATION FOR CREATING THE IDEAL INDOOR, OUTDOOR SPACE Indoor-outdoor spaces provide the perfect opportunity to extend your living space. To help us find the ideal balance between style and comfort, from inside to out, we recruited San Clemente-based home and lifestyle designer Paula Oblen, who opened her house to share her design philosophy—one that seamlessly incorporates boutique-hotel inspired elements with the personal touches of home.

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DESIGN TIP Be true to your style. Toss rules aside. Mixing together styles you love is what makes the space

feel personal. Let your individual style lead your design style—if you love bohemian and modern, like I do, sprinkle in a bit of both.

When designing a space, think about creating an experience. Take a step back, throw out the rules and embrace a carefree, playful and comfortable approach to design.

Believe me. This casual vibe will shine through, creating a space both you and your guests will love to live in.

People don’t live in model homes. The perfect compliment is when a guest wants to remove their shoes and sink into your home. When it happens, you’ll know you’ve achieved the ultimate space.

DESIGN TIP Get creative with plants. Whether

succulents or colorful perennials, add life to your space with plants. Think about varying heights to add depth and interest to a space.

Simple plant or succulent cuttings from your yard make the space feel effortlessly put together.

DESIGN TIP Illumination is essential. Lighting is

key to creating the perfect ambience in any indoor-outdoor space. Incorporate candles. A simple votive can work wonders in a metal hurricane or glass cylinder. Use simple lighting to accentuate elements you want to bring attention to like plants, architectural elements, pathways or pools.

DESIGN TIP Do the unexpected. Bring design el-

ements you love inside … outside.

Infuse texture with throws, pillows, trays, objects and elements. Outdoor pillows are a great way to add color and comfort and our awesome California weather affords us the opportunity to throw a few indoor pillows outside.

DESIGN TIP Create a seamless transition. A well-de-

signed outdoor space should feel like an extension of your home. Think about how the space will flow. French doors create a clear and unobstructed view.

With the addition of textured, sheer drapery that catches the breeze, open doors add a light, airy feel to the room.

DESIGN TIP Create a neutral furniture foundation.

Look for a neutral outdoor furniture collection with deep setting. Modular pieces are versatile and can be easily rearranged to mix things up.

For the past 20 years, Paula Oblen has expressed her passion for style and design through residential projects drawing inspiration from boutique hotel spaces. Often finding herself gazing around a lobby or guest room, she would ask: How can I bring this feeling home? That question combined with notes scribbled on a cocktail napkin ultimately fueled the idea for Hotelements. Hotelements, 1001 Avenida Pico, Suite. C-219, San Clemente, 949.697.3944, www.hotelement.com.

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Avoid Construction Pitfalls // Take the Chaos Out of Your Next Home Improvement

BY NOLAN HARRIS, RIVERIA CONSTRUCTION

You interviewed contractors for a home improvement project, collected bids, signed the contract and paid a deposit—now comes the easy part. Think again.

From the customers, family and friends I talk to about home improvement, I find a large number have had a bad experience with the construction process or their contractor. Why is this? I believe there are three things that lead to homeowner headaches and put a strain on the customer-contractor relationship: a poorly defined scope of work, lack of a realistic or detailed construction schedule and an unexpected amount of customer involvement in the process.

Not to worry. There are easy ways to make the construction process simpler.

Go beyond the price.

When collecting bids we are all tempted by the lowest price. Look for a detailed proposal that includes all items you expect the contractor to provide. If something appears to be missing, ask. A good contractor will know and identify potential areas where extra work may be needed.

Let’s say you want to remove a window and install a set of doors. Did the contractor include the cost of rerouting electrical wiring around the door? Is the interior trim included? How about paint?

Where costs addressed for protecting your hardwood floors?

Small projects come with simpler price tags.

On large projects a contractor should be able to provide a rough estimate to help with your budgeting. Once you have selected a contractor, it is fair to expect the exact scope of work to be defined with associated pricing. Accurate job costing takes a lot of time—for an average size addition that could be well over 40 hours for the contractor.

Most contractors I know are good people, but we tend to be overly optimistic when it comes a project’s timing. Before construction, ask for a schedule. For the

window-to-door project, that could be a verbal confirmation of the door’s arrival or when demo, stucco and drywall could be completed.

On a larger project, such as a kitchen remodel or an addition, a written construction schedule is critical. This helps the homeowner know when decisions need to be made, when materials provided by the owner need to be on the job and when to schedule that end of project party.

Home projects take time.

Schedule time during the day when work is being performed to look over the project. Get to know the people working on your home. Expect weekly meetings with the contractor. The investment of your time is equally important as the investment of money to get the results you want.

In order to ensure a successful project, take the time to come up with a solid plan. Then, take that plan and follow it—it’ll help you avoid the surprises and chaos that remodeling can bring.

Nolan Harris settled in San Clemente 14 years ago and began Riviera Construction, a general contracting company specializing in residential remodels and outdoor living spaces. Nolan enjoys surfing with his family and watching his boys play soccer.

127 Avenida Aragon, San Clemente, 949.412.5325, www.rivieraconstruction.com.

Owners of this contemporary San Clemente beach home reached out to Paradise Design, Inc. to give the home some needed curb appeal.

Designers removed the traditional lawn and got creative with the yard’s tight constraints. Large steel planter boxes and ceramic pots were installed to create a formal entry and an at-grade drip system was put in to maintain the low-water needing ground coverage.

EcoScapes: Designing for Our Future

CONSUME LESS, CONSERVE MORE WATER WITH A SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPE The installation of low to no water landscapes isn’t a new practice.

But recently, here in the severely drought-punished region of Southern California, residents and municipalities are turning away from lawns and tropical landscapes and embracing ones closely tailored to the state’s desert environment. Whatever we choose to call it—xeriscape, water-conserving, drought-tolerant or sustainable—low water yards are trending.

We talked to Don Kansteiner, a landscape designer with the San Clementebased Paradise Designs Inc. to get insight on sustainable landscaping and water-saving measures in the yard.

What is sustainable landscaping? What can be done to make a yard sustainable?

As a landscape designer, I too have

been behind as far a sustainable landscapes go. Being open minded is the first step in the application or transition to sustainable landscapes. It is a practice that has been in place pretty much forever, but was lost in the throes of new, new, new and new.

In terms of residential landscapes, there are many improvements that can be made to create a sustainable yard: the use of permeable materials, native or adaptable plant installation, improvement of soil conditions, rain water capture and reuse, material sourcing from local suppliers, reuse of recycled materials, use of small turf areas and irrigation system improvements.

Did you know using native plants improves insect and bird cultures? Throw away your hedge trimmers. Design and allow plants to grow into their full cycles. This creates healthier plants and contributes to the other life cycles that depend on plants.

How can sustainable elements be incorporated without an entire landscape overhaul?

Hot topics now are turf and irrigation.

Irrigation can be improved to reduce water loss and increase water efficiency with better application and management. This can be done with sub surface and drip systems, or by using matched precipitation nozzles on existing systems.

The use of native grasses, or low-water use ground covers can reduce maintenance and its related impact—fuel and chemicals—and can provide a new look that actually changes with the seasons.

Synthetic turf has its place, but I am struggling a bit with its long range impact. As a comparative, I am using less and less plastic bags and bottles every day.

With our state’s water crisis, how can outdoor water usage be trimmed immediately?

A quick example: I live in an older home where it takes almost 3 gallons of water to get hot water to the shower. I now put a bucket in the shower, capture that water and use it in my courtyard planters, herb pots and curbside planter. By doing this two times a day, I will save 2,100 gallons over a year and repurpose it to the garden.

In most cases, an irrigation audit and

system review with recommended improvements by a landscape contractor is a great place to start finding the “leaks” in your garden.

Are there long-term measures that can be taken in the yard to conserve this natural resource?

There are too many to mention and more are being discovered and created.

It all starts with a design that includes the practice of sustainable landscape right from the beginning. This takes an open mind and a new way of looking at the landscape for a lot of us.

We do live in a desert here in Southern California, and the yards are not all large, but the impact is huge by the sheer numbers of houses. I love the “Think Globally, Act Locally” slogan when it comes to sustainable landscapes.

Who knows, we might even help the bees and the butterflies.

Don Kansteiner designs landscapes for Paradise Designs—a full-service landscape design, construction and maintenance company owned by brothers Tom and Jeff Garton. Started in a Dana Point garage 25 years ago, Tom and Jeff built Paradise on family. They’ve since shaped a team of designers, project coordinators and crew members who create their clients’ paradise. Paradise Design, Inc. 1395 Calle Avanzado, San Clemente, 949.498.2155, www.paradisedesigns-inc.com.

Give Waste New Life // Skip the Landfill and Recycle Construction Debris When taking on a large home project, be it landscaping or remodeling a kitchen, it is vital to consider where materials come from and where they go. Recycling what you can both inside and out has its benefits—it means less waste, lowered costs and more diversion from area landfills.

When demolishing a wall, kitchen or entire house you’ll likely find local requirements to divert recyclable construction and demolition debris from county landfills. Such waste, according to a 2008 waste characterization study, makes up 29 percent of California’s waste stream. All south Orange County cities have ordinances on the books to keep recyclable

materials out of the trash.

Contractors and homeowners completing a residential project in Dana Point of more than 150 square feet must obtain a permit and haul at least 75 percent of construction waste to a recycling facility. San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano also have a permitting process but only require at least 50 percent of waste to be recycled at city-certified facilities.

Tearing out a kitchen? Appliances, drywall, flooring and wood can be transported to the Prima Deshecha Material Recovery Facility. Redoing the roof or giving the front yard a facelift? Tierra Verde Industries will take your landscaping materials,

lumber and wood shingles.

Heavier materials such as asphalt, concrete and rock can be recycled at Greenstone Materials, Inc. where 100 percent of disposed materials are crushed, tweaked, scalped, screened and recycled for a new life and purpose. These recycled products become a top choice for materials to be used underneath structures, pavement, concrete, paving stones and even landscape bedding.

Before embarking on that next house overhaul, look into ways to reduce the project’s footprint by salvaging debris and utilizing recycled materials when possible.—Andrea Papagianis

Greenstone Materials, Inc. in San Juan Capistrano recycles asphalt, concrete and rock and gives it new life for home, road and landscaping projects.

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Pipe Problems // Answers Straight from the Plumbing Expert Dripping faucets, clogged drains, running toilets and water leaks are unavoidable.

At some point in time, we all encounter plumbing problems.

To answer a few questions about do-it-yourself fixes and preventing costly pipe issues, we asked Clay Robinson, a technician at Chick’s Plumbing.

Here’s what he had to say.

How can a homeowner prevent costly plumbing repairs?

Have your home inspected once a year by a licensed plumber and stay on top of any plumbing problems that are brought up. Have preventative maintenance done to anything that may

need it—area drains, mainlines, water filtration systems, filter changes, etc.

Are there do-it-yourself or quick fixes for dripping faucets, low-water pressure, running toilets, and clogged/slow drains?

For faucets, replace cartridges and stems once a year. There really are no quick fixes though. To maintain good water pressure, clear aerators that are typically found at the tip of faucets. When it comes to running toilets, dye test them. Put food coloring in the tank. If you see the color in the toilet bowl after about 5 to 10 minutes, the flapper and/ or fill valve may need to be replaced. If the toilet is 10 years or older, you should replace it. To prevent clogged and slow drains, set up a maintenance program with a plumber that you trust for them to come out every 4 to 6 months to snake and/or jet your line.

Clay Robinson

When problems arise, when is it time to call a professional?

Anytime you see or hear water running when all the fixtures are off, call a plumber. If you feel warmth coming out of your floor, and you don’t have a radiant heating system, then you should call a plumber.

Chick’s Plumbing has provided quick, reliable and quality service to south Orange County residents and businesses for more than 35 years. From 24/7 emergency repairs to kitchen and bathroom remodels, Chick’s technicians are fully equipped to handle every plumbing need. Chick’s Plumbing, 34172 Doheny Park Road, Capistrano Beach, 949.496.9731, www.chicks-plumbing.com.

The 39th Annual San Clemente Ocean Festival

In Partnership with the City of San Clemente

A sincere THANK YOU to the more than 200 volunteers who helped make this a year to remember!

Coolies Gratitude Garden Pre-School Krikorian Theatre San Clemente Journal South Coast Distributing The Gibbs Law Firm, APC

OC Tavern Grill & Sports Bar OC Wellness of Irvine Old Guys Rule Outlets at San Clemente Pier Shack Pierside Kitchen & Bar Rainbow Sandals, Inc. San Clemente Certified Village Farmers Market San Clemente Car Wash San Clemente Gym Selma’s Pizzeria Sunsets Bar /Capo Beach Talega Golf Club Terry Senate Surfboards The Mole Hole Three Dog Bakery Trader Joe’s Worldwide Golf Shops

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Simone Costes Sheri Crummer Dana Wharf Sportfishing staff Valarie Daughtery Erika Diamond Downtown Business Association Jay Elston Tracey Engelking Myrna Erway Kelly French Kelly Garrett “Ariel” Roy Girvan Kelley Green Guillobel Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Morgan Higgins Bob Harlow/Harlow Designs Ed Howie “King Neptune” Hula Connection Key Club San Clemente Keystone Club of Boys & Girls Club Dolly Latteier Lou Leto

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2015 SCOF BOARD OF DIRECTORS Nick Azzollini - President Ernie Marquez - V.P. Angelica Hurtado - Secretary Jeff Beasley - Treasurer Beth Apodaca Tod Bryant Gary Button Maureen Easter Kelly Finney Lisa Green Steffanie Griffith Paul Jessup Rachelle Liberty Jolinda Marquez Sheila Martin Leslie Mowers Jim Nielsen Roger Price Tamara Tatich Kumi Elston - Product Manager Jack Sutter - Surf Director Barrett Tester - Race Director Peggy Vance - Executive Director Carol Gibson & Rod Mellott City Liaisons

We value your ongoing participation and support!

We look forward to seeing everyone again next year on July 16 and17 at “The Greatest Show on Surf!”

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PROFILES OF OUR COMMUNITY

Local Artist Focuses on Detail Fabrice Spies uses San Clemente for inspiration

BY KATHERINE NOWICKI, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

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an Clemente itself is a work of art for French born painter Fabrice Spies.

Born in Grasse and raised in a small town in the south of France, Saint Cézaire, Spies taught himself art during his childhood.

There were no other artists in his hometown when he was growing up, though his neighbors enjoyed his work. To this day Spies has not attended art school or received formal instruction.

“I always liked drawing with a pencil,” Spies said. “I realized something was missing when I was 13, so I started painting watercolors and added color to my art.”

He completed about 20 paintings in his native country before moving to Los Angeles in 1998. Coming from a village of about 1,800 people he was “amazed” by the cityscape. As he did with art, Spies taught himself English and began selling his work for the first time in Los Angeles.

When Spies’ wife visited San Clemente she fell in love with the city, he said, and so it was an “easy call” to relocate in 2008 when the couple started their family. Spies now lives in San Clemente with his wife and two sons.

Wherever he is, Spies’ said his surroundings inspire him. Primarily a landscape painter, Spies draws from aspects of ordinary life in his art.

“I am inspired by things you might not notice because they’re part of your everyday life. Maybe because I am from a different culture, I notice them,” Spies said. “Anything could become a nice piece of art.”

Seemingly mundane objects like old movie signs and phone booths are often featured in Spies’ work.

Once an object catches his interest, Spies photographs it and later crops the image to begin work on the painting. Now Spies’ artwork is acrylic on canvas and limited

San Clemente artist Fabrice Spies is known for his detailed artwork. He is being featured at the Festival of the Arts until Aug. 31 in Laguna Beach. Photo: Courtesy

edition gicleé prints are also available. All of his paintings are signed as his childhood nickname ‘Bibi.’

Recently, Spies’ work was recognized with the Certificate of Appreciation from the city of Los Angeles for his painting “Coliseum.” The award ceremony was held in the coliseum itself, and the painting hung in the convention center for about a week.

Spies said many famous artists inspire him, especially the impressionist Monet.

The artist’s use of lighting particularly interests him, as Spies said he tends to use vivid colors in his own works.

In addition to his work, Spies also offers art lessons for children ages 6 through 14.

He teaches students about custom painting techniques as well as French education.

Spies said he is very excited to participate in the annual Festival of the Arts. He will be featuring his work there at Booth 131 through Aug. 31. SC

GUEST OPINION: Four Kids and a Dog by Elizabeth Bottiaux

Fat: Why it’s a Bad Word in Our House

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wimsuit season has arrived. Ready or not, thousands of nearly nude sunshine seekers of all ages are flocking to beaches and pools. As moms, we must decide if we’ll partake or watch from the sidelines.

I grew up skinny. Never thought twice about what I put in my mouth. Friends joked that I had a tapeworm because I could eat anything I wanted and never gain an ounce. But, by high school, I’d developed an unhealthy relationship with food. I had to be skinnier. Smaller. Obsessed about the size of my newfound teen curves, I spent hours in front of the mirror, at the gym and pouring over weight loss literature.

As a kid, I remember my mom dieting constantly. Mom wasn’t obese but wasn’t thin either. She was always trying to lose weight. Weight. Diet. Calories. Fat. These were all words that were common in my home growing up. While my mom didn’t force any of us kids to diet, she was careful to provide low-fat food. Strangely enough, there was little or no emphasis placed on exercise.

To my wholehearted dismay, junk food rarely crossed the threshold of our childhood home. No sugar cereals, no chips or packaged cookies. The standard afterschool snack at our house in the 80s was graham crackers and apples. Every San Clemente Times July 23-29, 2015

single night we choked down dark, leafy green salad with chopped scallions and vinaigrette.

Thin is in. Just standing in line at the market, we are inundated with magazine covers telling us how to lose weight.

Society seems to be dabbling in plus-sized, curvier bodies, but slim still wins.

I realize the impact that we, as moms, have on our children. Kids are always watching, imitating us. As a mom, I’m extremely cautious about how and when I use that F word, especially around my daughters. In our house, fat is a word FOUR KIDS AND A DOG we try to avoid.

By Elizabeth I don’t want any of Bottiaux my kids to develop unhealthy relationships with food like I once had. I want them to eat nutritious foods and exercise to be fit. We talk about making good food choices and living active lives. When they want ice cream for breakfast, we discuss how that’s not a healthy choice for our bodies.

And they’re watching; there are four impressionable young kids who are eyeballing me. The struggle is real.

On our family vacation, I was quite aware that all of those 5:30 a.m. cycle classes

hadn’t quite done the trick. Instead of hiding out in a cover-up poolside, I got out there. My kids and I took full advantage of the hotel waterslides and pools. I was definitely self-conscious about the bikini situation. However, it was more important to make lifelong family memories than worry about bulges and misplaced jiggle.

So, to the old man with whom I recently crossed paths at Costco, who slowly looked me up and down, then with squinty eyes proclaimed, “Well, I can tell that you like to eat.” Yes. Yes…I do. Thank you for noticing, and I shall continue to eat. I will model healthy food choices, exercise and

bravely go where no mom in a bikini has gone before, all in the name of blazing positive trails for my kids.

Elizabeth Bottiaux is mom to four small humans, ages 4, 6, 8 and 10. She’s a San Clemente resident and has lived in Orange County for the past 16 years. She publishes a blog, www.fourkidsandadog.com, about family life in our tri-city area. SC PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the SC Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the SC Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@sanclementetimes.com

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he 2015 edition of the San Clemente Ocean Festival was definitely a unique one, with many of the annual water festival’s first-day events canceled and re-scheduled to take place July 19 due to weather. Nevertheless, many of the top lifeguards, swimmers, surf groms and stand-up paddleboarders flocked to the beach just north of the San Clemente Pier to take part in the annual competition.

Here is a breakdown of the top-3 finishers in each Ocean Festival sporting category, separated by age and gender. For a full list of results, visit www.oceanfestival. org.

One-Mile Ocean Swim Top Men’s Division: 1. Yann De Fabrique 2.

Shane Asbury 3. Hanno Rosner and Kaikea Wilinski Top Women’s Division: 1. Isabella Siering 2.

Nerice Smith 3. Kailey Makuta Boys 14U: 1. Clark Hill 2. Tyler Douglas 3.

Wade Wilson Girls 14U: 1. Sydney Brouwer 2. Savahhan Mellott Boys 15-19: 1. Hanno Rosner and Kaikea Wilinski 2. Shane Brouwer Girls 15-19: 1. Isabella Siering 2. Faye Pfeiffer 3. Isabella Barajas Men 20-29: 1. Shane Asbury 2. Zachary Richter 3. Ian Kos Women 20-29: 1. Nerice Smith 2. Kailey Makuta 3. Brittany Vocke Men 30-39: 1. Gordon Beh 2. Scott Lalonde 3. Andrew Bailey Women 30-39: 1. Karen Bell 2. Stephanie Dillbeck 3. Jessica Krick Men 40-49: 1. Yann De Fabrique 2. Peter Gutenberg 3. Rob Rojas Women 40-49: 1. Mary Donlevy 2. Nikki Takarabe 3. Linda Simons Men 50-59: 1. Jay Calhoun 2. Dean Nicolls 3. Jim Riddle Women 50-59: 1. Barbara Goodwin 2. Ann Finley 3. Nancie Rodriguez Men 60-69: 1. Hubie Kerns 2. Tim Springer 3. Stephen Gleason Women 60-69: 1. Christie Criaulo 2. Judy Montague 3. Kris Stewart Men 70+: 1. Mike Freschey

Paddlers fight the surf during a San Clemente Ocean Festival event. Photo: Eric Heinz

Sport of Kings Men’s Division: 1. Giorgio Gomez 2. Dave Boehne 3. Jeramie Vaine Women’s Division: 1. Shae Foudy 2. Alex Higginson 3. Lexi Alston

Lifeguard contestants take part in a San Clemente Ocean Festival competition. Photo: Eric Heinz

The Youth Pavilion provided entertainment for families. Photo: Eric Heinz

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guez-Logonio Senior Men: 1. Chris McCullough 2. Kyle Rootsaert Senior Women: 1. Michelle Brislen

Men’s Division: 1. Jamo Porter 2. Brian Murphy 3. Rich Sprout and Sam Phillips Women’s Division: 1. Kira Kinsey 2. Tandis Morgan 3. Danielle Silvester Senior Men’s Division: 1. Scott Diederich

Paddleboard 12-FOOT OPEN Women: 1. Christina Boring Men: 1. Joel Simondson Junior Men: 1. Boston Williams

Participants of the National Doryman’s Association Race battle waves during Ocean Festival. Photo: Eric Heinz

UNLIMITED OPEN Men: 1. Jeffrey Kennedy Women: 1. Kira Kinsey Junior Men: 1. Luke Overin Senior Women: 1. Jo Ambrosi

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The duck race raised about $6,000 for local scholarships and charities, officials said. Photo: Eric Heinz

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SUP 12-6 Junior Men: 1. Nick Scheel 2. Tyler Bashor 3.

Patrick Cleveland Junior Women: 1. Shae Foudy 2. Lexi Alston 3. Erika Benitez Master Men: 1. Robert Howson 2. Larry Moore 3. Patrick Russell Open Men: 1. Giorgio Gomez 2. Jose Manuel Rodriguez-Ligonio 3. Miguel Angel RodriPage 16

SUP 14 Junior Men: 1. Daniel Russell 2. Steve Economos Master Men: 1. Byron Kurt Open Men: 1. Garrit Barth 2. Jeramie Vaine 3. Jedd Hasay Senior Men: 1. Rob Rojas 2. Chance Feilder 3. Bill Carey

Rescue Relay Co-ed Division: 1. Christina Boring/Unknown 2. Danika Thompson/Ian Kos 3.

Jeffrey Kennedy/Sara Kennedy Men’s Division: 1. Guy Kinsey/Zachary Richter 2. Shane Asbury/Joel Simondson 3.

Patrick Jacobson/Hayden Hemmens Women’s Division: 1. Carter Graves/Tracy Didinger 2. Laurel Kistler/Jenna Solberg 3.

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Men 60-69: 1. Kim McDonald 2. Rick Delanty Men 70+: 1. Steve Stull

5K Run Boys 14U: 1. Steve Economos 2. Davis Grace 3. Alec Grace Girls 14U: 1. Vivienne McYerhofer 2. Bella Colombo 3. Eja Fromm Boys 15-19: 1. Andrew Goldsmith 2. Jack Lalonde 3. Maximiliani Rivera-Patton Girls 15-19: 1. Sarah Dobbs 2. Amy Vollebregt 3. Cortni Chantry Men 20-29: 1. Nick Peiffer 2. Christian Howe 3. Andrew Johnson Women 20-29: 1. Rachel Frantz 2. Nicki Arnold 3. Nicole Lund Men 30-39: 1. James Farley 2. Tony Doynstee 3. Edward Garcia Women 30-39: 1. Sheri Wade 2. Laurel Rothschild 3. Erin Neimeyer Men 40-49: 1. James Chalmers 2. Ken Martin 3. Peter Godlewski Women 40-49: 1. Kimberly Bennett 2. Maria Cunningham 3. Sylvie Cooper Men 50-59: 1. Wilton Jordan 2. Steven Kos 3. Mark Becker Women 50-59: 1. Jeanne Trimm 2. Elizabeth Gallenberger 3. Suzette Barrick Men 60-69: 1. Kim McDonald 2. Larry Moore 3. Rick Delanty Women 60-69: 1. Pamela Wusthof 2. Lise Telson Men 70+: 1. Don Crider 2. John Sullivan

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TRACK & FIELD Connor Dunne, a soon-to-be senior at San Clemente High School, advanced to the semifinal heats of the 800-meter run at the International Association of Athletics Federations World Championships in Cali, Colombia on July 16.

Dunne, who was toeing the starting line alongside the best high school-age athletes in the world, placed fifth in his heat with a time of 1:51.63, a new personalbest mark. Dunne missed out on qualifying for the event’s finals by a mere .62 of a second. Dunne competed against top runners from powerhouse countries like Kenya and Ethiopia during the preliminary rounds.

WATER POLO The Orange County Water Polo Club’s boys 14U team recently qualified for the 2015 National Junior Olympics, which will take place in Orange County from July 25 to Aug.2.

The club, which is based in Dana Point and draws players from San Clemente, joins 95 other teams from across the country vying for the top spot. The tournaSan Clemente Times July 23-29, 2015

Run-Swim-Run Girls 14U: 1. Alex Higginson 2. Sydney Brouwer 3. Savahhan Mellott Boys 15-19: 1. Joel Simondson 2. Shane Brouwer 3. Dylan Hollrigel Girls 15-19: 1. Sage Pfeiffer Men 20-29: 1. Shane Asbury 2. Guy Kinsey 3. Jamo Porter Women 20-29: 1. Nerice Smith 2. Kailey Makuta 3. Diana Ciraulo Men 30-39: 1.James Farley 2. Brian Lanich 3.

Gordon Beh Women 30-39: 1. Jessica Krick Men 40-49: 1. Yann De Fabrique 2. Kevin Schinnick 3. David Neilan Women 40-49: 1. Christine Long 2. Nikki Takarabe 3. Linda Simons Men 50-59: Jim Riddle 2. Shawn O’Gorman 3. Christopher Cosner Women 50-59: 1. Ann Finley 2. Nancie Rodriguez 3. Janice Clark Men 60-69: 1. Stephen Gleason 2. Rick Delanty Women 60-69: 1. Christie Ciraulo

King Triton and Ariel lead the Youth Parade on Sunday at Ocean Festival. Photo: Eric Heinz

Graves 3. Kira Kinsey

Biathlon Girls 14U: 1. Sydney Brouwer Boys 15-19: 1. Shane Brouwer 2. Trevor Goldsmith Girls 15-19: 1. Faye Pfeiffer 2. Sarah Dobbs Men 20-29: 1. Andrew Kline 2. Zachary Richter 3. Eric Gatti Women 20-29: 1. Nerice Smith 2. Nikki Spurgeon 3. Rachel Frantz Men 30-39: 1. James Farley 2. Nicolas Giugni 3. Jeff Pfleuger Men 40-49: 1. Greg Hollrigel 2. Timothy

Kids Fun Run Competitors battle the last leg of a stand up paddle board competition on Saturday. Photo: Eric Heinz

Hutchinson Women 40-49: 1. Christine Long Men 50-59: 1. Joseph Wojcik 2. John Clinkinbeard 3. Jim Riddle Women 50-59: 1. Suzanne Edmands

Boys 9-11: 1. Finn Spencer 2. Jonas Graham 3. Walker Graham Girls 9-11: 1. Kerina Brown 2. Kayla McLaughlin Boys 12-14: 1. Jeffrey Spencer 2. Thomas Nilsen Girls 12-14: 1. Alex Higginson 2. Jade Howson

ment’s finals will take place at the Woollett Aquatic Center in Irvine.

The team includes: Tommy Kennedy, Preston Sanders, Ty Matson, Adam Engelke, Aiden Sullivan, Ryan Farrier, Will Clark, Colton Gregory, Cole Borlin, James Stanton, Alex Lunt and Kai Cameron. The team is coached by Justin Kroeze.

VOLLEYBALL The 949 Volleyball Club had a successful run at USA Volleyball’s Boys Junior National Championships in Columbus, Ohio June 28 to July 5.

The local club sent three teams to the tournament and all three earned medals.

The boys 15U team defeated a team from Puerto Rico in the finals to claim the gold medal in the open division. The 15U team went a perfect 11-0 at the tournament, defeating Huntington Beach and Manhattan Beach in the quarterfinals and semifinals, respectively.

The club’s 17 Black team placed third in their open division and the 17 White team won gold in the club division.

The 15U gold medal-winning team includes: Nathan Bowman, Brandon Browning, Sam Burgi, David Chou, Kevin Kobrine, Andrew McSweeney, Patrick Paragas, Diego Perez, Patrick Vorenkamp, Ian Warner, Griffin Webb and Patrick

The OC Water Polo Club’s boys 14U team will compete in the National Junior Olympics later this month.

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Wynn. The team is coached by Kari Pestolesi and McKay Smith.

Browning, Kobrine and McSweeney were named to the all-tournament team.

Paragas, a setter from Corona Del Mar High School, was named the tournament MVP.

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espite rain and high surf, plenty of young surfers made their way to the San Clemente Pier for the annual Groms Rule surf contest.

Organizer Jack Sutter said the conditions, while challenging, were perfect for the event. There was also the expansion of the field, allowing more young women, up to 17 years old, to be a part of the event.

Groms of all ages braved challenging conditions Sunday at the San Clemente Pier. Photo: Eric Heinz

“The kids found it a challenge and just hit it,” Sutter said. “It went quite well.

Everyone was really happy.”

The bigger surf was especially perfect for younger surfers who were pushed out by their parents, Sutter said. Although, there was one case where the surf may

have been too much of a good thing.

One young surfer, Jett Rocket Prefontaine, got pushed into a six-foot bomb, Sutter said, leading to a wipe out where Jett’s board hit him in the head. He was taken to the hospital for to have the wound closed and then came back to the beach to let people know he was OK. Sutter gave him a special award for the toughness he displayed. SC

SURF FORECAST Water Temperature: 69-72 degrees F Water Visibility and Conditions: 4-7’Poor-Fair Thursday: Small SSW/SSE swell mix for little 1-2-3’ waves on Thursday. More SSE swell shows Friday, for knee-waist high surf, (2-3’). Light/variable early morning winds trend light to moderate onshore from the WSW/W in the afternoons.

Outlook: SSE swell peaks for the weekend with thigh-chest high surf, (2-3’+). Check the full premium forecast on Surfline for more details and the longer range outlook.

OF THE WEEK Local Surfers Get Familiar GROM GUS DAY Feeling From Shark Video G

Viral video from J-Bay event makes mark

BY JIM SHILANDER, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

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ast Sunday’s events in South Africa, the ominous appearance of a great white shark behind Mick Fanning during the J Bay Open finals became a sensation throughout the world. But it hit home for area pros like the Gudauskus family, not just because they know Fanning well, but also because it was something they knew could happen any time.

“It’s always on your mind when you’re out there but it was amazing to see it unfold in real time,” Patrick Gudauskas said.

“We were awestruck.”

Gudauskus said he and his brothers have had close encounters in the past with sharks but never as close as what Fanning went through.

“We were super surprised, but it really hit home,” he said.

Mick Fanning Of Australia is attacked by a shark during the Final of the JBay Open on Sunday July 19, 2015. Photo: Screengrab © WSL

Gudauskus said the family had sent out a message of support to Fanning, whose been doing plenty of interviews about his encounter, along with fellow finalist Julian Wilson. He expects he’ll catch up with both of them at the upcoming US Open in Huntington Beach, where he and brother Tanner will be competing. SC

us Day, 14, of San Clemente, claimed his third victory in as many years at the Call to the Wall Longboard Coalition club contest, July 18 and 19 in Malibu.

His wins in the previous two years were in the U14 Grom Boys Longboard division. This year, Gus won the Jr. Men 14-17 division, as well as placing runner-up in Jr. Shortboard U15.

As a member of the Windansea Surf Club, and a top points earner, Gus made a great contribution to his team’s overall contest win.

“The waves were at about 2 feet, good for longboarding, and I had a few friends—like Kai Takayama and Barrett Miller—I was surfing against, so it was really fun,” Gus said. “They were surfing really well and getting good waves so I just tried to get the best waves I could and the longest nose rides possible.”

In the semis, Gus caught a bomb set for a perfect 10-point ride, catapulting him into the podium round.

“I was super stoked to make it to the finals,” he said. “I just tried to surf it like when I’m free surfing and have fun with it.”

An independent study student, Gus is

Gus Day. Photo: Courtesy

looking forward to starting the ninth grade in the fall and continuing to improve his grades.

His other interests include playing guitar and drums and making music as a member of a band called After School Special with a group of friends. The band has played a few gigs at friends’ parties and will be performing at Catalyst Surf Shop on El Camino Real Thursday as part of a movie premier event there.

“I want to thank my sponsors Quiksilver, Electric, Lost Surfboards, Blackline, Sea7 Technology, my parents and my brother Gunner for their support,” Gus said, “And I want to give a shout out to the Gudauskas brothers, the Positive Vibe Warriors.”

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