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THE WORKING IT ISSUE

Committee to review homework standards

BY MELODY HANATANI Daily Press Staff Writer

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a bunch of emotion and excitement.”

Leading the entire game for the first time since the 2004-05 season, St. Monica had one final play to make before they could call themselves victorious. With 8.7 seconds left, Salesian had possession of the ball on their 26 yard line. St. Monica just missed a roughly 30-yard field goal thanks to a bad snap.

“We hadn’t had a bad snap all year or a botched kick, so we felt pretty comfortable,” Mariners’ Coach Sean Ritter said.

“Well, we got a bad snap … and the kicker just tried to run around to kill some clock.”

On the final play of the game, Salesian tight end Gilbert Dominguez caught a pass from quarterback Frank Beltran and looked

work policy that has been the subject of criticism over concerns that students receive an overload of assignments will get a fresh look by an ad hoc review committee that could recommend changes in the status quo.

The Homework Policy Review Committee will be responsible for examining the 19-year-old guidelines over the next several months, looking up the latest research on afterschool studies and its effect on student achievement and making suggestions for revisions.

District officials announced during the Board of Education meeting on Thursday that the committee is now about two-thirds full, having already enlisted six administrators and parents. Chief Academic Officer Sally Chou, who will facilitate the committee’s activities, said she is still seeking three teachers.

Parents have, for years, complained about the workload their children receive every night, concerned that the amount of homework cuts into their abilities to participate in extracurricular activities and spend time with family.

A group of parents lobbied the school board at its Nov. 6 meeting to act on the homework issue and at the very least to enforce the existing policy. Some suggested that there needed to be more communication between teachers to avoid a cumulative overload on students.

Interim-Superintendent Tim Cuneo met with school principals immediately following the meeting earlier this month, going over the policy and discussing the areas of concern.

“All were instructed to go back to make sure the policy was being implemented and monitor that and to continue that discussion,” Cuneo said.

Leslie Butchko, who has a fourth grader at Roosevelt Elementary School and a sixth grad-

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Brandon Wise brandonw@smdp.com Lead by Senior Physical Director Lidia Magarian (right), Santa Monica YMCA members workout with their donated cans on Friday morning. All of the cans that have been collected will be sent to the local Sojourn facility, which brings relief to battered women and their children.

St. Monica ends 37-game losing streak

BY ANTHONY JONDREAU Special to the Daily Press

ST. MONICA HIGH SCHOOL The away team stormed the field, as happy as a group of high school kids will ever be, and dumped water on their head coach, Sean Ritter. They lined up and sang their alma mater with glowing pride in front of 50 supporters who made the trip to East Los Angeles.

A championship? Hardly. A playoff victory? By no means. The celebration was for one win. The only win of the season for St. Monica Catholic High School’s varsity football team, which snapped a 37-game losing streak with a 21-19 victory over Bishop Mora Salesian High School on Nov. 14.

It was the Mariners’ first win since they

defeated Bishop Montgomery in the opening game of the 2005 season. The current team finished 1-8, escaping last place in the Santa Fe League. Salesian, 1-9 overall with no league victories, came in fifth among the five teams.

“It feels great to finally taste the sweetness and beauty of victory in varsity football,” said senior linebacker Rafael Padilla, who tore his anterior cruciate ligament earlier in season against Chadwick.

Senior Joe Giesregen, who moved from cornerback to quarterback this season, said winning was one of the greatest moments of his high school years, particularly because of the group of kids he played with.

“They really have character and spirit,” Giesregen said. “We stormed the field.

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Kicking it up a notch

State’s median price for homes drops 34 percent

BY ALEX VEIGA AP Real Estate Writer

LOS ANGELES Despite an increasingly uncertain economy, homebuyers in California kept snatching up foreclosed homes last month, dragging down the median home price by 34 percent from a year ago, a real estate tracking firm said this week.

The statewide median home price plunged to $278,000 in October, compared with $424,000 in the year-ago period, according to San Diegobased MDA DataQuick.

Last month’s median price was down 1.8 percent from September.

About half the drop in the median price was due to depreciation, while the other half came from a shift in sales toward distressed homes and the way those homes are financed, DataQuick said.

“What happens next to housing will be determined by the fate of the economy, and especially the job market, as well as the outcome of recently announced efforts to curb foreclosures,” John Walsh, MDA DataQuick’s president, said in a statement.

Despite efforts by government, lenders and others to help strapped homeowners with mortgage payments, foreclosures have continued to rise in California, particularly in inland counties with metro areas such as Stockton, Merced, Riverside, San Bernardino and Modesto.

But the worsening U.S. economy is not dissuading buyers with bargain home prices in their sights, although the latest figures represent homes that closed escrow in October on sales that were initiated probably as far back as August.

Statewide home sales jumped nearly 64 percent from a year ago to 42,293 and nearly 5 percent from September.

October’s sales were the strongest since December 2006, when 43,431 homes were sold, according to DataQuick, which has kept the statistics since 1988.

Once more, foreclosure resales accounted for a major slice of sales last month — nearly 53 of the preowned homes sold.

The trend was evident in a nine-county region around San Francisco Bay, where nearly 45 percent of the preowned homes sold last month had been in foreclosure at some point in the last 12 months.

Most of that area’s distressed sales took place

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SMC’s women’s soccer prepares for playoffs

BY DANIEL ARCHULETA Managing Editor

CYPRESS Does good defense trump good

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offense or is it vice versa?

Saturday’s women’s soccer first-round playoff matchup between Santa Monica College and Cypress College will put the old saying to the test. Cypress has given up a paltry four goals all season. Santa Monica has scored 70 goals.

Something has to give.

For SMC to succeed it will have to put its high-powered offense to work. The team that has scored the fifth most goals in all of Southern California will have to first overcome nerves associated with the playoffs and then get to the business of scoring goals.

“Our style of play is what our coach calls pretty,” SMC left defender Jackie Dawson said. “We pass the ball really well. Any team that we play can’t touch us. We have them running in circles.

“At our best, no one can touch us.”

At their best, the Corsairs play an aggressive style of offense that moves the ball with ease and even brings defenders such as Dawson up field to aid in scoring.

Leading the offense is freshman forward Jennifer Hager. The newcomer led the team with 15 goals. She accomplished this heady feat despite missing six games midway though the season. Head coach Aaron Benditson believes that Hager could have challenged for the Western State Conference player of the year award. As it was, she made first team all-league.

Her scoring ability might be what gets her noticed, but Hager sees it another way.

“I just try to get the ball around to my other players,” Hager said. “That’s my job as a forward.

“I pass first.”

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Singling out Editor:

Mark Cromer laments the “carbon footprint” of large Latino families (“Silence of the greens,” page 4, Nov. 18), yet other groups also tend toward large families. Mormons and Orthodox Jews, for instance. It’s wrong to single out one ethnic group for harming the environment.

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Reveling in self righteousness Editor:

Anti-abortion groups, harbored in the Republican Party, are going to continue protests, intimidation and harassment of women seeking abortions, even though the abortion foes suffered stinging defeats at almost every level in the recent election.

The American Taliban, evangelical and fundamentalist anti-abortionists, have never been satisfied with just being able to practice their beliefs. They want to force these beliefs onto the rest of us under the guise of saving society.

These religious radicals in America are much like the fundamentalists who stalk the rest of the world. They are like unrepentant sinners who practice idolatry, intolerance and hypocrisy. Anti-abortionists would have it so that untold numbers of women suffer the devastating effects of an unwanted pregnancy just so that they could revel in their self righteous religious doctrine.

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Barack Obama becomes president, he’ll probably have to stop sending all those emails he likes to send.

Not surprisingly, there are some concerns about e-mail security since it seems like everybody but me knows how to hack into someone else’s e-mail. In addition, the Presidential Records Act requires that all correspondence of a president must be made part of the public record.

Obviously, we don’t need to have hours and hours of him saying things like, “Love you, too,” or “Who won the game?” in the Smithsonian.

So, it looks like he’ll be hanging up the old Blackberry — his e-mailing, phone calling, Internet checking, etc. device.

It’s ironic to cut Obama off from the Internet since the Internet was such an important part of his campaign — and of his victory. It also seems somewhat unfair. I mean, if he’s comfortable communicating this way, should he really have to stop? He was elected president of the United States.

It’s not like telling your teenage kid to stop using the Internet.

And let’s put it in an historical perspective. Suppose they told Lincoln he could no longer use a pen to draft his speeches? We might never have had the Gettysburg Address.

But as we’ve seen over and over again, President-elect Obama is a very disciplined man. If he has to give up communicating via the Internet, I’m sure he will. But would you be able to? It might not be as easy as it sounds. I think a lot of us are addicted to writing e-mails, checking our e-mails, sending messages via Facebook or I.Ms., etc.

Here’s a simple test to see if you are an Internet messaging addict: 1) You come home from a party. Are you capable of going to bed without checking your messages?

2) In the morning, do you feel you have to check your messages before you eat breakfast?

3) You’re having sex when you hear a beep that means you have an incoming message. Do you ignore it, answer it, or try to get the sex over with as soon as possible so you can check the message?

4) When you’re bored or waiting for a phone call, do you sometimes send completely unnecessary messages to people, such as: “Call you later,” “I’m thinking of getting a haircut,” or “I’m really bored?”

5) Do you ever go through your electronic address book, looking for people you haven’t sent messages to lately, and then send them a message like those in Question 4?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you could be an Internet messaging addict.

If you answered “Yes” to Question 3, your relationship is also in trouble.

I’m not saying that this is necessarily a dangerous addiction. What I am saying is that many of us waste a lot of time doing this and could probably cut down.

Here’s my proposal. Even if you’re not an addict, why don’t we all show some solidar-

ity with the president-elect by having a No E-Mail Day? Let’s all just stop using e-mail for one day (and by e-mail, I also mean all the other electronic ways people communicate, so don’t be a wise guy and think you can keep I.M.-ing). These are difficult times for our country, and by doing this we can demonstrate that we are capable of making sacrifices.

IT’S IRONIC TO CUT OBAMA OFF FROM THE INTERNET SINCE THE INTERNET WAS SUCH AN IMPORTANT PART OF HIS CAMPAIGN — AND OF HIS VICTORY. IT ALSO SEEMS SOMEWHAT UNFAIR. I MEAN, IF HE’S COMFORTABLE COMMUNICATING THIS WAY, SHOULD HE REALLY HAVE TO STOP?

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You get to pick your own day for your No E-Mail Day. We don’t all have to do it on the same day.

That way, you can pick a Sunday when you know you won’t need to send messages for work, or a Tuesday when you know you won’t have to send messages about last night’s football game.

A few years ago, most of us were spending zero minutes a day e-mailing. Surely, we can go back to that for just one day, especially if Obama is going to be refraining for at least four years.

I’m going to set a good example, by starting things off. Right when I finish this column, I’m going to stop sending and checking on electronic messages for 24 hours.

Ready, set, go! ...

OK, OK. I admit it. I only lasted 20 minutes. In a moment of weakness, I walked back to my computer, and once I was there, the next thing I knew I was checking on my e-mail (no new messages, by the way). Well, I guess it proves one thing: Now we know I’ll never be able to be president.

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“Six years ago when these nurses chose to form a union … [the hospital] spent millions of dollars to harass, intimidate and basically bully the nurses.”

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“We expect more and more middle-class folks to visit the center given the economy and those are the folks that maybe in the past haven’t accessed the food pantries.”

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BLOWING SMOKE OR BREATH OF FRESH AIR? This past week, Q-line asked: The City Council is currently contemplating a ban on smoking in common areas of apartment buildings. Some feel it is necessary to protect residents from second-hand smoke.

Others are upset because landlords may try to use violations as grounds for eviction. Do you think smoking should be banned in common areas or is the City Council going too far?

Here are your responses: “I THINK SMOKING SHOULD BE BANNED in common areas of apartment buildings and condos. It is annoying, disgusting and unhealthful to breathe second-hand smoke. This is another step forward in helping non-smokers from being contaminated by this filthy second-hand smoke.”

“AS AN APARTMENT OWNER, WE ALREADY stipulate in our rental contracts for no smoking inside apartments. Inside smoking causes smoke damage and smell over everything from paint to carpets. The smoke travels through walls and neighbors gag on the smoke from next door. We are also afraid of smokers falling asleep with a lit cigarette or dropping embers and burning the building down. However, we have allowed smoking in some common areas to accommodate smokers and guests. For 40 years, we have never had a complaint of smokers in the common areas. We have had complaints of cigarette smoke wafting through next door apartments. The B.S. from the Santa Monicans for Renters’ Rights City Council is just another red herring to lead us away from the real issues in our town: Over-development, massive city bureaucracy, ruining traffic, low-cost gang housing, and homelessness. The entire outside smoking issue is ridiculous because a City Council member running their SUV for one minute makes more pollution than 100 smokers do in a year.”

“I THINK THE CITY COUNCIL HAS BECOME obsessively ridiculous on the subject of smoking. They should give priority to those people who urinate and defecate in public places. Now that really is a health hazard.”

“WHEN THE SUBJECT OF CIGARETTE smoking enters into the light, I am reminded of the lyrics of a song as follows: ‘Smoke, smoke, smoke that cigarette.

Smoke, smoke, smoke until you smoke yourself to death. Then tell St. Peter at the golden gate, Pete, you will have to wait while I have just one more cigarette.’

Former President James Earl Carter and Surgeon General Coop prove that at least 500,000 smokers die premature deaths annually in the United States due to the residual effects of smoking tobacco. Over a 10-year period of time, that figure multiplies to five million smokers, nearly 50 percent of the population of Los Angeles county. These figures indicate there is a great deal of deadly cigarette puffing going on. The only way this puffing will stop is for the puffer to be willing to stop puffing or no longer has the strength to puff. Smokers should not be allowed to smoke anywhere that their exhaled smoke or the smoke from their burning cigarette carries over to a non-smoker.”

“I DO THINK SMOKING SHOULD BE banned in the common areas of apartment buildings and here’s why. A lot of smokers at my building get kicked out into their patio by their significant other, therefore puffing and huffing sort of in a hurried way and uncaring or unaware that their smoke is drifting up into the apartments of people who do not care to smell other smoke or inhale their toxic waste. So the frenzied smoking that people do on their patios because there might be a conscientious tenant inside who has put their foot down about it being indoors actually makes it much worse because I observe the tenants

who are kicked outside smoke with a furious sort of impatient manner. But regardless of how fast or with what types of intent you smoke your cigarette, it’s still drifting, and it does go through vents, and it’s disgusting.”

records the number of deaths from smoking per minute, and counting. Annually, this is hundreds of thousands. Finally, many fires and explosions have been caused by smokers.”

“SMOKERS DON’T HAVE THE RIGHT TO stink up everybody else’s air. They shouldn’t be allowed to smoke where everyone else can smell it. If they don’t like it, tough.”

“SANTA MONICA HAS BEEN VERY responsible in prohibiting smoking at the beach, on the promenade and other areas.

Health and our environment are very important and its extremely important where a person resides. I think that cigarette smoking should be prohibited in the common areas of residential units, whether they be apartments or condominiums. That is a very simple and reasonable step.”

“CIGARETTE SMOKE ENTERS THE bedroom window of my second-story onebedroom apartment. The smoke rises from a ground floor apartment-dweller across the way when she is sitting in her private patio area attached to her unit. She spends a lot of time there reading many novels while chain-smoking. The cigarette smoke from the ground floor dweller directly below my living room comes through my window. I may be wrong but it seems like the smoke also comes through the kitchen sink drain, and through the wall-heater and possibly through the wall. Friends have suggested I purchase an air-purifier. This is not in my budget. I hope the City Council bans cigarette smoking not only from common areas of apartment buildings but also from private units of apartment buildings including private outdoor apartment unit patios.”

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Thankful for cranberries will soon be sitting down with loved ones to reflect on the goodness this past year has brought us.

This year I am thankful for a healthy urinary tract because I have discovered the virtues of the cranberry.

Cranberries are said to acidify urine by way of substances such as hippuric acid and quinic acid. Acidic urine may help prevent infections as well as ward off the formation of kidney stones.

Cranberries and blueberries contain a specific type of tannin that interferes with the ability of E. coli bacteria to attach to the walls of the bladder. Additionally, compounds in cranberries have the capacity to actually change E. coli bacteria into strains that simply cannot cause infection.

Cranberries also act like a “probiotic,” promoting the growth and well being of beneficial intestinal bacteria.

The cranberry’s benefits don’t begin as they exit the body. Cranberries are effective with the first bite. In the oral cavity, cranberries help fight tooth decay by preventing bacteria from sticking to teeth.

Anthocyanins, found primarily in fruits and vegetables bearing the purple, red and blue hues, are one of the most powerful antioxidants known to man. Antioxidants protect our bodies from free radical damage such as cancer, heart disease and the signs of

aging by donating an electron to an unstable oxygen molecule. Whereas most antioxidants have the ability to donate one electron, anthocyanins are large chemical structures which can donate several electrons while remaining none the worse for wear.

Pterostilbene (pronounced TARE-ohSTILL-bean) is an antioxidant in cranberries that helps fight cancer and lower cholesterol by altering a chemical pathway in a way similar to resveratrol in red grapes.

However, cranberries may exert an even stronger effect because of their total antioxidant capacity.

Packed with five times the antioxidants as broccoli, cranberries are at the top of the list for their overall Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC.) ORAC takes into account all of the substances in a plant which have the capacity to distinguish free radicals.

I’m thankful for your undivided attention. I hope these recipes encourage you to eat cranberries all year long. Perhaps next year when it is your turn to give thanks, you too will say, “I am thankful for a healthy urinary tract.” Be thankful for your small victories. They may be all you have.

ELIZABETH BROWN is a registered dietitian and certified holistic chef specializing in weight management, sports nutrition, disease prevention and optimal health through whole foods.

She can be reached at eat2liv@earthlink.net.

Cranberry Orange Relish 2 cups cranberries, fresh or frozen (1 bag) 1 inch fresh ginger, chopped or 2 tbs. chopped crystal ginger 4 oranges skinned, sectioned and cut into small triangles 2 medium apples, finely chopped 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 1/4 cup coconut flakes In a food processor, add 1 cup frozen cranberries, 1 tbs. chopped ginger, 2 chopped oranges and 1 chopped apple. Process until coarse. In a large mixing bowl mix the rest of the frozen cranberries, ginger, oranges and apples. Fold in the “processed” cranberry mixture plus the dried cranberries, nuts and coconut. Makes a great dressing for protein foods. Perfect addition to post Thanksgiving sandwiches. Great on a bed of grains. Super salad topper.

Per serving: 1 cup (90g), 85 calories, 3g fat, 15g carbs, 3g fiber, 40 percent of your needs for Vitamin C. A good source of Thiamin, Folate, B6, Copper, Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese and Potassium. Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio is 4 to 1.

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Cranberry Orange Muffins 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour or any combination of flours.

To make muffins gluten free, use 1 cup brown rice flour plus 1 cup millet flour 1 cup whole oats 3/4 tsp. sea salt 3/4 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1 tbs. cinnamon 1 1/2 tsp. teaspoon nutmeg 1 1/2 tsp. ground ginger or 1 inch fresh grated ginger (add to wet ingredients) 1 egg plus 3 Tablespoons ground flax seed mixed with 1/3 cup water (if you don’t have ground flax seed, omit the water and use an additional egg or two egg whites) 1/2 cup honey 1/3 cup canola oil 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 cups cranberry relish Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Sift together flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and ground ginger (Add fresh ginger to wet ingredients). In a separate, large mixing bowl mix oil, eggs, flax and water, plus vanilla extract. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in the large mixing bowl. Stir in the Cranberry orange relish. Brush muffin tins with oil. Spoon batter into muffin tins (3/4 full) for 25 minutes. Makes two dozen muffins.

Per serving: 1 muffin (60g or 2 oz) 160 calories, 6g fat, 26g carbs, 2g fiber, 3g protein, 140mg Sodium. Rich in manganese from whole grains, also a good source of thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium and zinc.

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BISTRO 31 Bistro 31, the culinary student-run restaurant of The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of California – Los Angeles, offers an incredible dining experience at a reasonable price. Students prepare sumptuous international cuisine and deliver it in an elegant setting. Lunch and dinner.

2900 31st St

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DAGWOODS Pizza lovers love DAGWOODS for its real hand tossed authentic NY Style Pizza.

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820 Wilshire Blvd.

(310) 899-3030

Daily Grill 2501 Colorado Ave. #b-190 Drago Restaurant 2628 Wilshire Blvd Dragon Palace 2832 Santa Monica Blvd El Cholo 1025 Wilshire Blvd Fromins 1832 Wilshire Blvd House Of Billiards 1901 Wilshire Blvd I H O P 1920 Santa Monica Blvd Casa Escobar 2500 Wilshire Blvd

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BENIHANA Traditional Japanese teppanyaki room. Sushi appetizers. Open Daily. Please call for specific hours.

1447 4th St.

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Bookmark Cafe 601 Santa Monica Bl Bravo Cucina 1319 Third Street Promenade

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BRITANNIA PUB Britannia Pub has been a favorite for years for locals and visitors alike. This English pub has a traditonal charm with a Californian flair. A cozy inviting atmosphere makes this a great place to relax and meet new people. Our friendly staff provides you with excellent service for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner or Cocktails. We also offer live music, karaoke, pool and an unbe-

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FUNNEL MILL The Funnel Mill features imported, organic coffee and teas from around the world. If you eat McDonalds, drink two buck Chuck, and think Starbucks is gourmet, this place is not for you.

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Gate Of India 115 Santa Monica Blvd Gaucho Grill 1251 Third Street Promenade Georges Bistro 1321 Third Street Hedwigs Cafe 1509 4th St.

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THE HIDEOUT The Hideout is Santa Monica's best lounge! We pay attention to details, so you don't have to. Whether you want to come alone, as a couple, with a group of friends, or throw an unforgettable party, we've got you covered!

112 W. Channel Road

(310) 429-1851

Hot Dog On A Stick 1633 Ocean Front Walk

(760) 930-0456

HOUSTON'S Upscale steak and seafood. Live jazz on thursdays upstairs lounge. Full bar, open 11:00 to 11pm daily. Reservations suggested.

202 Wilshire Blvd

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I Cugini Restaurant 1501 Ocean Ave.

(310) 451-4595

IL FORNAIO In the tradition of Italy's trattorias, the sight, sounds and aromas of authentic Italian cuisine are recreated everyday at Il Fornaio.

Mornings bring crisp crusted bread hot from the oven accompanied by the scent of fresh brewed espresso. During lunch and dinner, pastas and flavorful sauces simmer while meats and vegetables roast over hot coals.

1551 Ocean Ave.

(415) 945-0500

Infuzion Cafe 1149 3rd St. #100 Interactive Cafe 215 Broadway Ipanema Cafe 150 Santa Monica Place Ivy At The Shore 1535 Ocean Ave. Jinkys Cafe 1447 2nd St. Jiraffe Restaurant 504 Santa Monica Blvd

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JOHNNY ROCKETS Every Johnny Rockets restaurant boasts an all-American look and feel with great tasting food including juicy hamburgers, classic sandwiches and hand-dipped shakes and malts. Come in and see for yourself why Johnny Rockets is the place Where the Good Times Roll!TM” 1322 Third Street

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THE ORCHID Asian fusian at it’s best. This Thai restauraunt blends eastern spices and traditional Thai ingredients to make a unique and special dining experience, just a block from the ocean.

119-121 Broadway

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RUSTY’S SURF RANCH Rusty's Surf Ranch on the Santa Monica Pier is a multi-use facility, featuring the best in live music, dancing and awardwinning cuisine in a California beach environment. With an extensive collection of historic surfboards and memorabilia, Rusty's pays homage to the "Surfing '60s", the Golden Era of California Surf Culture. Rusty's lunch and dinner cuisine are consistent award winners, but great meals share the stage with great music at Rusty's when the Dining Room stage welcomes live music and dancing with top area bands and national acts. Rusty's is available for Special Events during normal operations or as a restricted facility for Private Parties. Rusty's Surf Ranch is a perfect reminder of a simpler time in California's beachfront history, with good food in a casual environment, live music and FUN. Open daily at noon. Happy Hour 4-7p.m.

256 Santa Monica Pier

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SONNY MCLEAN’S A true bit of Boston on the west coast. A haven for all Boston Sport fans and the west coast home of Red Sox Nation West with an excellent menu offering including fried calms, bellies and all, lobster rolls and great clam chowda’.

2615 Wilshire Blvd.

(310) 449-1811

Stefano's 1310 Third Street Promenade Sunset Bar & Grill 1240 Third Street Sushi Mon 401 Santa Monica Blvd Sushi Roku Santa Monica 1401 Ocean Av Sushi Shogun 1315 Third Street Sushi Teri Express 1551 Ocean Ave. #130 B

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SWINGERS The local diner, serving traditional diner fare with a southern california twist. Open 24 hours, the crowd in Swingers will change from late night clubbers to early morning coffee drinkers around 4am.

802 Broadway

(323) 656-6136

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Abbots Pizza Company 1811 Pico Blvd Acapulco Restaurant 3360 Ocean Park Blvd.

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The Bread Factory Inc 1900 Pico Bl Buddha Boba 1701 Pico Bl Bud's Famous Deli & Desserts 2727 Ocean Park Blvd.

Cafe Bolivar 1741 Ocean Park Blvd.

Campos Mexican Food Inc 2008 Pico Blvd Classic Pizza 2624 Pico Blvd The Counter 2901 Ocean Park Bl #102 The Daily Pint 2310 Pico Blvd El Indio 2526 Pico Blvd El Pollo Loco Restaurant 1906 Lincoln Blvd El Torito 3360 Ocean Park Blvd.

El Texate 316 Pico Blvd.

Fresh & Natural Cafe 1900 Pico Blvd Ocean Park Pizza 2819 1/2 Ocean Park Blvd Georges Burgers 3101 Lincoln Blvd Gilbert's El Indio Mexican Food 2526 Pico Blvd.

Hotel Casa Del Mar Restaurant 1910 Ocean Way The Hump 3221 Donald Douglas Loop South The Hungry Pocket 1715 Pico Blvd Il Forno Caffe & Pizzeria 2901 Ocean Park Blvd Josie Restaurant 2424 Pico Blvd La Playita 3306 Lincoln Blvd Lazy Daisy Inc 2300 Pico Blvd Le Pain Du Jour 828 Pico Blvd #2 Mandarin Food Service 2618 Pico Bl Michael D'S Cafe 234 Pico Blvd Miyako 2829 Ocean Park Blvd

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THE OP CAFE A Small Neighborhood Place With A Family Feel – Serving Breakfast and Lunch Daily. The Freshest Foods, Friendly Service At Unbelievable Prices! So when you want to be treated like family and enjoy some delicious food –The OP CAFÉ is the PLACE!!

3117 Ocean Park Blvd

(310) 452-5720

One Pico Restaurant One Pico Blvd.

Panchos Tacos 2920 Lincoln Blvd Pedals Cafe One Pico Blvd.

Raes Restaurant 2901 Pico Blvd Santa Monica Bar and Grill 3321Pico Blvd Santinos 3021 Lincoln Blvd Sheraton Delfina 530 Pico Blvd The Slice 1622 Ocean Park Spitfire Grill 3300 Airport Ave. Star Of Siam 3133 Lincoln Blvd Subway 2901 Ocean Park Blvd Sunset Grill 1701 Ocean Park Blvd Tandoor India 2622 Pico Bl Tom's No 1 Pico 2350 Pico Blvd.

Typhoon 3221 Donald Douglas Loop UnUrban Coffeehouse 3301 Pico Blvd.

Valentino Restaurant 3115 Pico Blvd

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RICHIE PALMER’S PIZZERIA Owned and operated by Richie Palmer, founder of the worldfamous Mulberry Street Pizzeria in Beverly Hills. Palmer says he had to open in Santa Monica so all the people here would stop calling Beverly Hills for delivery. Same great pizza and Italian food.

1355 Ocean Ave

(310) 255-1111

Vitos 2807 Ocean Park Blvd Windows Restaurant 530 Pico Blvd.

Yongs Cafe 3020 Nebraska Ave. Yuni Sushi 1928 Lincoln Blvd Zabies 3003 Ocean Park Blvd

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MAIN STREET Amelia's 2645 Main St. Bravo Pizzaria & Deli 2400 Main St. Chinois On Main 2709 Main St. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Ocean Park Blvd.

Creative Sushi 2518 Main St. Dhaba Cuisine Of India 2104 Main St. Elvira's Cha Cha Chicken 1906 Ocean Ave. The Enterprise Fish Co 174 Kinney St. Euphoria Loves RAWvolution 2301 Main St. Finn McCools Irish Pub & Restaurant 2700 Main St. Goudas & Vines 2000 Main Street

Groundwork Coffee Co. 2908 Main St. The Galley 2442 Main St. Holy Guacamole 2906 Main St. It's All Good Bakery 2629 Main St. Joes Main Street Diner 2917 Main St. La Vecchia Cucina 2654 Main St Library Alehouse 2911 Main St. Lula Cocina Mexicana 2720 Main St. Main Street Bagels 2905 Main St. Malia 2424 Main St. Manchego 2510 Main Street

Mani's Bakery & Cafe 2507 Main St. O'Briens Irish Pub Oar House 2941 Main St.

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OCEAN PARK OMELETTE PARLOR The best breakfast in town, featuring locally grown vegetables

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2732 Main St.

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Oyako 2915 Main St. Panini Garden 2715 Main St Rick's Tavern 2907 Main St Schatzi On Main 3110 Main St Shoop's Delicatessen 2400 Main St Sparky's Fine Frozen Yogurt 3110 Main St. #12 Urth Caffe 2327 Main St. Via Veneto 3009 Main St. The Victorian Baker Cafe 2640 Main St. Wildflour 2807 Main St. World Café 2640 Main St. Yose Restaurant 2435 Main St.

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26 Beach Restaurant 3100 Washington Blvd.

Abbot's Habit 1401 Abbot Kinney Blvd Abbot's Pizza Co 1407 Abbot Kinney Blvd Agra Indian Kitchen 2553 Lincoln Blvd.

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Azteca Restaurant 835 Sunset Ave. Baby Blues BBQ 444 Lincoln Blvd.

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Benice 1715 Pacific Ave. Big Daddy and Sons 1425 Ocean Front Walk The Brig 1515 Abbot Kinney Blvd.

The Brick House Cafe 826 Hampton Dr. Cafe 50's 838 Lincoln Blvd.

Casablanca Restaurant 220 Lincoln Blvd.

Chaya 110 Navy St. China Beach Bistro 2024 Pacific Ave. Danny's Deli 23 Windward Ave. French Market Cafe 2321 Abbot Kinney Blvd.

Great Western Steak & Hoagie Company 1720 Lincoln Blvd.

Hal's Bar & Grill 1349 Abbot Kinney Blvd.

Hama 213 Windward Ave. James Beach 60 N. Venice Blvd.

Joe's Restaurant 1023 Abbot Kinney Blvd.

La Cabana Restaurant 738 Rose Ave. La Meditrina 1029 Abbot Kinney Blvd.

Lands End Restaurant 323 Ocean Front Walk Lilly's French Cafe & Bar 1031 Abbot Kinney Blvd.

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BRENTWOOD Barney's Hamburgers 11660 San Vicente Blvd.

Chez Mimi Restaurant 246 26th St Chin Chin 11740 San Vicente Blvd.

Coral Tree Cafe 11645 San Vicente Blvd.

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WEST LA Anna's Italian Restaurant 10929 Pico Blvd.

Aphrodisiac 10351 Santa Monica Blvd.

The Apple Pan 10801 W. Pico Blvd.

Awash Restaurant 5990 Pico Blvd.

Bombay Cafe 12021 W. Pico Blvd.

Carmine's II Caffe 10463 Santa Monica Blvd.

Colony Cafe 10937 W. Pico Blvd.

En Sushi 11651 Santa Monica Blvd.

DiVita's 11916 Wilshire Blvd.

Feast From the East 1949 Westwood Blvd.

Gaby’s Mediterranean 10445 Venice Blvd.

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Il Grano 11359 Santa Monica Blvd.

John O'Groats 10516 Pico Blvd.

Kay 'n Dave's Cantina 10543 Pico Blvd.

Melanee Thai Restaurant 9562 Pico Blvd.

Ramayani 1777 Westwood Blvd.

Shanghai Diamond Garden 9401 Pico Blvd.

Sisley Restaurant 10800 Pico Blvd.

Sushi Masu 1911 Westwood Blvd.

Torafuku Restaurant 10914 W. Pico Blvd.

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Wakasan 1929 Westwood Blvd.

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Taking leftovers to a new level

BY BRIDGET DIMARTINO LEVIEN Special to the Daily Press

Dinner on the day after Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be boring. The right recipes can turn leftover turkey into temptation on a plate. This year, forgo the plain old sandwiches on white bread and get creative — dare to go gourmet with your leftover gobbler.

Greg Case, chef and cookbook author of “One Cake, One Hundred Desserts,” offers an array of delicious ways to turn leftovers into luscious meals that will please the most

particular foodie. For the perfect complement, he pairs them with Clean Slate Riesling wine.

On the palate, Clean Slate presents a refreshing, off-dry style with a perfect balance of ripe peach flavors, mineral notes and vibrant acidity — all hallmarks of the variety.

Below are just a few of Case’s favorite recipes for a fall evening. Dim the lights, spark a candle, breathe in the aromatic scents of each dish and you are on a five-star journey for the senses. Let the after-party begin.

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Pulled Turkey BBQ 2 tablespoons canola (or veg.) oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 cup ketchup 2 tbs. light brown sugar 1 tbs. Worcestershire sauce 1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 4 cups shredded turkey, cooked Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions, celery, and peppers, cook until onions are translucent, about five minutes. In a bowl stir together ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and chili powder.

Add ketchup mixture to skillet, cover and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes. Stir in turkey, cover and continue to simmer 15 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper.

Serve on a roll, over rice, or with noodles.

Curried Turkey Salad 3 cups chopped turkey, cooked 1 cup red grapes, halved 2 celery ribs, chopped 1 granny smith apple, cored, chopped 3/4 cup mayonnaise 2 tbs. fresh lemon juice 1 tbs. curry powder 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional) 1/2 cup salted cashews, chopped Combine turkey, grapes, celery, and apples in a bowl. In another bowl whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, curry powder, and cilantro. Pour over turkey mixture and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least one hour and up to 24 hours. Just before serving, stir in cashews. Serve in pita bread, or on bed of lettuce.

Stir-Fry Turkey 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms 1 medium onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 (10.5) can chicken broth 3 tablespoons soy sauce 3 cups chopped turkey, cooked 1 1/2 cups snow peas Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat until just smoking. Stir in mushrooms, onions, and garlic. Lower heat to medium-high and cook until onions are translucent, about five minutes. In a bowl whisk together cornstarch, broth and soy sauce until smooth, stir into vegetable mixture. Bring to boil and simmer until thick— one to two minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add turkey and snow peas. Cook until turkey is heated through and snow peas are tender, about five minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with rice.

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District begins superintendent search FROM HOMEWORK PAGE 1 er at Lincoln Middle School, said she has heard a favorable report from parents in the past few weeks that the homework has gotten lighter.

“I just want to let you know it seems to make a difference to make people aware that this is an issue,” she said.

Butchko said that several studies indicated that homework does have a positive impact on achievement at the middle and high school levels and would therefore like an administrator from each of the secondary schools to serve on the committee.

The district’s policy currently states that students in grades 1-5 should be given about 10 minutes of homework per day, per grade level, which means that students in the second grade would receive about 20 minutes of assignments every day.

Students in middle school receive anywhere from one to two hours of homework, depending on their grade level and high school students are expected to spend anywhere from two to three hours daily. The policy states that high school students should on average spend 30 minutes per subject every day.

since July, replacing former Superintendent Dianne Talarico who left after serving just two years to head the Burlingame School District in Northern California. The new superintendent will be the third chief to take on the job in eight years.

The original timeline suggested that search firm proposals be due in January but several school board members said the process needed to be speeded up, adding that they could lose out on top candidates if they wait too long.

There could also be a few internal candidates interested in the job.

The new superintendent will join the district at a hectic time, juggling management of Measure BB construction projects and reforming the special education department.

Officials said the ideal superintendent will work on closing the achievement gap and launch initiatives that would strengthen math and literacy throughout the district.

“All of this will happen at a time when we face state budget cuts and less revenue,” de la Torre said. “It’s an ambitious agenda with dwindling resources.”

ALL OF THIS WILL HAPPEN AT A TIME WHEN WE FACE STATE BUDGET CUTS AND LESS REVENUE.” Oscar de la Torre President, Board of Education

Rebecca Kennerly, the president of the Santa Monica-Malibu PTA Council, told board members that homework remains one of the two top issues for the PTA, the other one being the district’s budget.

Kennerly added that she has personally seen children fall from grade A averages upon entering middle school, pointing out her son’s group of friends as an example — out of 12 students, only one maintains straight As. “I would ask that we all look at this from all students, from all learning styles,” she said.

The committee is expected to report back to the board in February of next year.

Search begins for superintendent

The hunt for a permanent superintendent kicked off on Thursday when the school board authorized Cuneo to begin seeking search firms.

Proposals by the firms will be due to the district by Dec. 19, which is the last day before winter recess begins. District officials expect to hire the firm by January.

The search firm will be responsible for holding a series of public input sessions for the community to weigh in on desirable qualifications of a new superintendent.

“Our strive as always is for increased transparency and accountability,” school board President Oscar de la Torre said.

A new superintendent could be selected

by May and begin serving in July.

Cuneo has served in the interim position

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Win comes in last game FROM STREAK PAGE 1 downfield to break the hearts of the Mariners. He could not make it past his own 40 yard line.

The steak is dead.

“Our motto the whole year was FIMO, Forget it and Move On,” Giesregen said. “We didn’t give up and we didn’t lose hope. Even if you are a losing team, you still have to work really hard, through all the pain, injuries and fatigue. That’s what this team did and it paid off.”

Even though it was only one win, the team and its fans believe it wasn’t a fluke. As consistently bad as last year’s team was — 010 averaging 2.7 points per game — this year’s team was consistently competitive.

Scoring 108 points in nine games, they lost by more than 14 points only twice, and in only one game were they shut out. An intensive off-season training schedule which started last spring with morning practices, followed by lunch meetings, followed by evening practices, and film sessions on the weekend were all ingredients to the Mariners’ success.

“When you lose as much as we did, you end up playing to lose and not to win,” Ritter

said. “This year was different. We fought hard all year long and never gave up.”

Another element that had been missing was chemistry. Led this season by senior running back Hector Santiesteban’s consistent running, only fumbling once in 192 rushes, and Giesregen’s consistent play at quarterback, throwing 6 touchdowns and 7 interceptions, the Mariners were able to move the ball on offense.

But it was a final play by the defense that sealed the victory.

“It was my first win and to do with this group of kids, it was great,” Giesregen said.

While no one likes to lose, Ritter believes the streak built character and provided valuable life lessons for his players. That said, it was good to get a win.

“I am a firm believer of using football as a tremendous metaphor for life,” Ritter said.

“You learn more from losing than you do from winning. Losing does build character, but what I told my players Friday night was, I think you kids have more than enough character. Now it’s time to win a football game.” news@smdp.com. Editor in Chief Kevin Herrera contributed to this report.

Corsairs look to offense to lead way FROM SMC PAGE 3 Hager’s six assists were good for fourth best on the team. A number of her assists went to fellow forward Lauren Klibingat, who scored 12 goals. Both players will have to factor in mightily if the 13th-seeded Corsairs are to topple third-seeded Cypress.

With a stingy defense that has given up just four goals in 22 games, SMC’s Benditson knows his team faces its toughest challenge to date.

“We know that they are going to be a very tough opponent,” he said. “The biggest thing is that I don’t know much about them. I haven’t seen any film on them.

“Looking at the numbers, they don’t concede goals.”

Benditson sees Cypress’ goalkeeper Whitney Joslin as the primary threat. Along with just four goals against her all season, Joslin has made 83 saves. Her 0.19 goals against average is tops in Southern California.

While Joslin has been strong all season, Benditson sees a possible chink in Cypress’ armor.

“At the end of the day, when they have been scored on, they seem vulnerable,” he

said. “I’m confident in what we have to bring and what we have to offer.”

Had this been last year, this opponent would spell doom for the Corsairs. The team recorded a 6-11-3 record in 2007, which left them out of the playoffs and searching for answers.

Those answers came in the form of returning players eager to put last season behind them and an influx of new talent. But most importantly, it came in the form of team unity.

“It feels awesome making the playoffs,” Dawson said. “Last year we didn’t have a lot of players who wanted to win. We all want the same thing now. We all want to play and work hard for each other.

“It is awesome to play with these girls.”

Benditson agrees that this year has produced a team that could make noise in the postseason.

“It has been a really special season,” he said. “We had a very special team this year.

We had team goals at the beginning of the year and one of them was to make the playoffs. All of the girls were really focused on that.” daniela@smdp.com

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While music took center stage at this year’s Twilight Dance Series, visual art also played a role in the form of 10 unique paintings of each performance.

The series sponsor, Naked Juice, commissioned local artists to create original works while attending each of the 10 concerts. Now through Dec. 20, the public can see all of the completed works at the Santa Monica Art Studios.

If a painting catches someone’s eye, they can go on eBay starting Dec. 9 and make a bid. The paintings, which can be found under the heading “Naked Juice Painting,” will be up for bid until Dec. 19.

“While researching events in the area we came across the Twilight Dance Series.

Instantly, we thought that the series would be a great fit for us, but we still wanted a way to add value and excitement to an already great event,” said Michael Meyer, regional manager for Naked Juice Co. “We also thought it would be wonderful to come up with a way to give back to Santa Monica’s most famous landmark, and that is when we decided to think about holding a philanthropic auction.”

All proceeds from the auction will go to the Pier Restoration Corp. (PRC), which manages the pier. The money will be used to fund next summer’s concert series.

“We’re delighted to be working with Naked Juice.” Said Ben Franz-Knight, executive director of the PRC. “The artwork added a new and exciting component to the concerts and we are thrilled about the prospects of this auction to benefit the pier’s beloved Twilight Dance Series.”

All of the paintings are created using either oil or acrylic. Participating artists include: Suzanne Erickson, Trine Wejp-Olsen, Luigia Martelloni, Laraine Mestman, Lidia Shaddow, Stacie Meyer, Lola del Fresno, Janet Bothne, Tanja Rector, and Rodd Zinberg.

The Santa Monica Art Studios’ gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., and located at 3026 Airport Ave. For more information contact Sabine Pearlman at (310) 397-7493.

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Street cleaning Storm season is just around the corner and if left unchecked, the litter, leaves, and automobile fluids that have collected on the streets will flow along with rainwater, untreated, into water bodies like the Los Angeles River and the Santa Monica Bay. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works urges residents to take a few minutes now to sweep up cigarette butts, leaves, lawn clippings, and trash from the street gutters near their homes. Green waste and litter laying in street gutters can travel with rainwater into storm drains, polluting local communities, as well as creeks, rivers, lakes, streams and the ocean.

“Street gutters and storm drains are designed to remove rainwater and prevent flooding,” said Public Works Acting Director Dean D. Efstathiou. “When litter and green waste are allowed to enter the county’s storm drain system, there can be serious health and safety consequences for humans and marine life that come in contact with these pollutants.”

Nearly 100 million gallons of water flow through the county’s storm drain system each day without rain. Rainy days can increase the volume of water within the system to 10 billion gallons per day.

Public Works offers these tips to help prevent stormwater pollution: • Don’t put anything in street gutters and catch basins but rainwater. It is everyone’s responsibility to make sure storm drains and other waterways remain free of pollutants.

• Put trash in its place. Recycle bottles and cans and never drop cigarette butts or other litter on the ground. Street gutters filled with trash and green waste increase neighborhood pollution and clog storm drains, causing street flooding, as well as health and safety issues for residents.

• Pick up after your pet. Animal waste left on the ground can wash into storm drains and contaminates beaches and other water bodies. Proper disposal of pet waste also helps protect pets and humans from disease, and it is the law. Pet owners who disregard this county ordinance can be fined.

• Be smart when you apply pesticides or fertilizers. Do not apply pesticides or fertilizers before it rains, and don’t over-water after application. Always read the label and apply only the amount recommended.

• Tie down your truck loads. Trash can easily fly out of truck beds and end up on the street and in gutters. Keep your truck bed litter-free, and always tie down loads of green waste and other materials.

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SoCal counties see sharp jump in home sales FROM HOMES PAGE 3 in Contra Costa, Napa and Solano counties.

In all, home sales in the San Francisco Bay area climbed nearly 39 percent in October from a year ago to 7,613 and nearly 5 percent from September, MDA DataQuick said. In pricier San Francisco County, where the median price slipped 12.1 percent to $699,000 from a year ago, sales plunged 21 percent.

The median home price in the region tumbled 41 percent to $375,000 in October, compared with $631,000 in the year-ago period.

The region’s median price last month was

down 6.3 percent from September and nearly 44 percent from the peak median of $665,000 in the summer of 2007.

Contra Costa County saw the steepest drop in price, with the median tumbling more than 46 percent to $285,000 from a year ago. Sales in the county soared by nearly 87 percent.

Meanwhile, a six-county region of Southern California also saw a sharp jump in home sales and a decline in median price last month. Sales in the region rose by 67 percent, while the median home price fell 33 percent to $300,000, MDA DataQuick reported Tuesday. Foreclosure resales amounted to 51 percent of all transactions in the region.

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Web sites rank real estate agents

BY ALEX VEIGA AP Real Estate Writer

LOS ANGELES Word of mouth is one of the most common ways homebuyers and sellers find a real estate agent. Now, there are several Web sites that tout a more scientific approach: ranking agents based on criteria such as years of experience, how many sales they’ve closed, and the number of positive testimonials from past clients.

On auction sites like eBay.com, user feedback-based rankings can give anonymous buyers and sellers instant credibility. But is it a reliable way to find a real estate professional? Can it trump the referral from a trusted relative or friend with firsthand experience?

Sites like HomeGain.com, AgentRank.com and IncredibleAgents.com function as repositories of agent profile pages. They make money from ads or, in some cases, by selling the contact information of potential customers who visited the site. Their rating schemes vary widely, and lack of active participation by agents can affect the quality of their results.

AgentRank, for example, launched in March and remains in its beta stage of development. The company brews agent rankings through a complex recipe.

Put simply, it bakes all kinds of variables into an agent’s profile — recent sales history, client reviews, experience, average days homes stay on market, among others — and assigns them secret values that are then pumped through an algorithm that distills everything down to a rank between one and 10, with 10 being the best.

Visitors can search for agents by ZIP code or city and state, and they receive a list of agents ranked in descending order.

A key component of AgentRank and similar sites is the gathering of testimonials from agents’ clients. What better way of ranking agents than by the number of positive reviews from past clients?

The site tells agents they can improve their ranking if they “close deals and make your clients happy.”

Currently, agents solicit testimonials from their clients to place on the site. But that will change by next spring, when the site begins accepting unsolicited reviews, says AgentRank.com chief executive Marc Dugger.

A search of agents in Los Angeles on AgentRank turned up only 15, which is a precious few.

Dugger acknowledges the site is a work in progress. It has profiles for up to 5,000 agents spread out nationwide, which can lead to some regions having more than others, he notes.

Ultimately, relying on referrals from friends or relatives doesn’t always work out, Dugger insists.

“People are very quick to hire an agent based on a single referral, but the power of these reviews are the fact that you get to see a pattern of success for an agent,” Dugger says. “There are some agents that have upward of 15 to 20 reviews on the site, and that, in my opinion, would instill great confidence in that agent.”

Another site, IncredibleAgents, beefs up its roster of agent profiles by tapping states’ data on licensed real estate agents. As a result, many agent profiles on the site haven’t been updated by the agents and offer slim to no details or client reviews.

The site, which launched two years ago, has 25,000 agents who are actively updating their profiles, says owner Damon Pace.

But faced with incomplete search results that turn up many stale profiles, it’s hard not to feel like the overall rankings are pretty thin.

The rankings themselves are also somewhat puzzling. The site’s current top agent in California, John La Mattery, has a score of 926. The next highest agent has 883.

The scoring is an average of 16 attributes, among these: “Office Logo,” “Photo” and “Welcome Message.” These seem arbitrary at best, when one considers what makes a good real estate agent.

Pace says the site helps validate agents’ success and rewards those who are actively promoting themselves on the site, not just asking clients to submit testimonials.

“In a referral, you don’t really have validation,” Pace says. “You don’t really know if that person is who they say they are, or who that person (that referred them) says they are.”

The site lets anyone post a review of an agent on the site, whether it’s positive or negative.

San Diego-based La Mattery racked up 70 reviews in the two months since he discovered his information on the site.

A link to the site on his e-mail signature is the only encouragement he gives clients to submit testimonials to the site, he says.

Even with his top gun ranking, La Mattery says he has yet to see any client referrals from the site.

“It’s just to me another piece of the puzzle and it takes a lot of different pieces to have a client trust you and rely on your expertise and then actually work with you,” he says. “Truly, it’s an experiment for me.”

Another site whose rankings might not instill great confidence is HomeGain.

Agents are ranked with one to five stars based entirely on consumer feedback.

However, agents post the client testimonials of their own choosing, and to get a five-star raking, all they need to do is post five.

It’s telling the site warns visitors that “consumer feedback may not reflect the actual quality of service” that they receive from the agents.

Matt Malmgren, senior manager of client services for HomeGain, says the site performs audits of agent profiles to make sure the testimonials are legit. In one example, the company booted an agent last year who elicited several consumer complaints and allegations of fraud. Prior to the agent’s expulsion, however, he had a star rating of four or five, Malmgren says.

“It can be misleading,” Malmgren says of the feedback ranking system. Still, he stresses, “if you meet an agent on the street, they’re only going to give you testimonials they want to give you.”

Another entrant into agent ranking is ZipRealty.com, an online real estate brokerage that is taking a slightly different approach.

The company rates its own agents based on responses from clients who are surveyed by an outside vendor. Clients are allowed to post comments and rate agents on a five-star scale. The company says, on average, 75 percent of survey recipients respond.

“We have them rate how we did as a company ... agents’ performance,” says Pat Lashinsky, ZipRealty’s chief executive.

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Neighborhood Community Meeting Ocean Park Boulevard Pilot Project Update Monday, November 24 – 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Virginia Avenue Park, 2200 Virginia Avenue http://www.smgov.net/opbsurvey Responding to a desire to increase safety for drivers and pedestrians, Ocean Park Boulevard was restriped this past winter between Lincoln Boulevard and 25th Street with one lane of traffic in each direction and a center turn lane to provide fewer lanes of traffic for pedestrians to cross and resulted in more overnight parking and new bike lanes. This change was made on a trial basis and now the city will have the opportunity to decide whether to maintain the current arrangement.

The City has spent the past few months measuring the impacts of the restriping and evaluating whether the changes have addressed Santa Monicans’ concerns.

Are there fewer accidents?

How is bus service affected?

What changes have occurred on neighborhood streets?

Transportation Management staff would like your opinion and is surveying residents, visitors, business owners and employees on the redesigned street.

Please take the survey online at http://www.smgov.net/opbsurvey or request a copy at transportation.management@smgov.net or 310/458-8291.

A community meeting is also scheduled, at which we would like to: • Review the recent changes on Ocean Park Boulevard, • Provide an update on safety, traffic and feedback received regarding the changes, • Receive feedback on the pilot project and what should be done next, and • Encourage community participation in planning for this area.

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the day to do everything. Things come up that push exercise to the back burner. We end up running late to a meeting so we grab some sort of junky snack on our way out the door. As adults though, most of us know how much better we feel and how much more productive we are when we do fit in some exercise. Teens are very aware of how their parents manage to fit exercise into their day — or if they do not for that matter.

Teens tend to imitate the example set by their parents.

The United States Department of Health and Human Services recommends that children and teens get approximately 60 minutes of physical activity every day and that this should include a combination of training to improve strength, endurance and flexibility.

We have all heard that inactivity can result in physical health problems such as obesity, hypertension and diabetes to name a few. Few people, however, are aware of the links between physical activity and mental and emotional health. A recent study conducted with over 7,000 teenagers that took place in Finland examined this connection.

The study was published in the October issue of Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise and shows that physical inactivity also leads to social and behavioral problems in teenagers. Some of the findings included: • Boys who did less than 60 minutes of vigorous physical activity a day had more symptoms of anxiety and depression than boys who were more active.

• Inactive girls were more likely to report sleep problems, rule-breaking behaviors and to be depressed.

• Both inactive boys and girls were more likely than active peers to have social and attention problems.

The researchers noted that a growing body of evidence suggests that an increase in physical activity helps reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety in both adolescents and adults.

Exercise is linked to serotonin release and endorphins, which gives us a natural high.

This alone can decrease emotional and behavioral problems, just from a scientific standpoint.

As adults we also know that we feel better when we exercise — it helps us feel more confident and able to accomplish more.

For teens, who are so socially driven, an added benefit of exercise is the feeling of belonging to a group, whether a sports team or a group fitness program.

Physical activity is a highly effective and relatively easy way to help with the anxiety and stress that teens go through, especially during their junior year as college applications and SATs begin. Establishing healthy habits at an early age will teach teens a healthy way to deal with the anxiety and stress that life throws at us all, and will lead to a lifetime of fitness and well-being.

KAREN JASHINSKY is the founder of Santa Monica-based O2 MAX, a fitness network for teens that teaches them how to integrate fitness and nutrition into their day to day lives while preventing injuries and empowering teens to lead healthy and fit lifestyles. Karen can be reached at info@o2maxfitnes.com, or through her Web site and blog at www.o2maxfitness.com.

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Vitamin D is usually mistaken for a vitamin, when in fact it is really a hormone.

Hormones, like vitamin D, estrogen and those made in the thyroid, are made naturally inside the body and make their way into the bloodstream and affect metabolism.

Vitamins, on the other hand, are defined as nutrients required for normal life that are acquired from a source outside of the human body.

Vitamin D is normally made in the skin by naturally occurring ultraviolet light coming from the sun. Most vitamin D makes its way to storage sites in our muscles and is used to maintain normal bone and muscle function. For example, low vitamin D levels in the body are common contributors to low bone density or osteoporosis.

As one might expect, this problem is greatest in the wintertime, even in sunny Southern California, when sunlight is less direct and we are wearing more clothing to provide body warmth. In fact, upwards of 50 percent of the residents of Los Angeles above the age of 50 will have low blood vitamin D levels for at least a few months each calendar year.

What can you or your doctor do to make sure that you are not in the 50 percent who have low vitamin D levels? There are three ways to make sure that your vitamin D levels do not dip into the low range and have an adverse impact on your bones.

First, allow more of your skin to be exposed to relatively short bursts of sunlight, especially during the midday when the rays of the sun are most direct. In reality, this means exposure of 10-15 percent of your body surface to 15 minutes of midday (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) sunlight three times per week during the warmer spring, summer and autumn months. However, wearing sunscreen at the same time will block most, if not all, of your skin’s ability to make vitamin D. Second, ingest vitamin D in the form of foods or oral supplements in your diet. Fish can be a great source of vitamin D. Wildcaught, not farm-raised, fish (i.e. salmon, cod, etc.) is the best way to get vitamin D naturally from your diet.

These fish obtain the vitamin from their food and store it in their muscles just as humans do. Remember that cooking it does not lose the vitamin D in fish. An alternative SEE VITAMIN D PAGE 17

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Get Out of Your Way Dr. Jeanette Raymond

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musical score was through the roof. It was too good to be true. Hours before the contracts were to be signed the offers were dropped. It felt like an execution. Mervin gave away his guitar and burned all his original compositions. He started a new life in the food industry. He couldn’t afford to nurture his talent if it betrayed him with such savage blows of disappointment. Mervin sealed the door to his musical skills, axed the desire to compose, and became a workaholic.

Two years later a severe respiratory infection turned Mervin’s life upside down. He had to give up the buzz he got as restaurant manager, juggling staff shortages, customer complaints, temperamental chefs and advertising deadlines.

The long-term effects of stress compromised his immune system and made him sick. Without the adrenaline pumping, and the busy schedules to occupy his every waking moment, Mervin’s life looked like a deep, dark, hollow abyss echoing words of condemnation.

“You’re a lazy waste of space, a loser just like your father predicted. You’ll never make it. You ought to be ashamed of yourself lounging around watching movies, sleeping and eating. How can you even think of hanging out with your friends? You haven’t worked in five months. You’re acting like a spoiled brat who lost his favorite toy. Get off your backside and find a respectable job or else your family and friends will disown you, and you will deserve it.”

Guilt spurred Mervin to beef up his resume and e-mail it to acquaintances in the catering industry. Mervin interviewed with several companies, but his heart wasn’t in it.

He was off his game. Working for others to get up the conventional ladder held no appeal. Something else was brewing that scared the living daylights out of him.

Catchy tunes popped into his head and stuck with him. Mervin found himself imagining new riffs and hooks for television shows that he liked. Terrified of being burned again, Mervin went into overdrive.

He punished himself with sit ups to quiet the chords in his head.

He re-decorated his house, cleaned out his garage and took on delivery jobs.

Anything to keep those damn melodies from penetrating his fortress. He was out of luck.

Musical conversations flowed through him, reminding him of his talent and longing to

compose. They also brought back memories of the dropped contracts challenging him to make a choice.

Mervin was caught between a rock and a hard place. Should he take a risk and write melodies again, or should he play it safe and get a regular day job?

His passion was to compose music and lyrics for movies and television shows. But what if he didn’t make it? What if promises got broken again? What if no one liked his stuff anymore? What if he had missed the boat and had to face the hard facts of reality — that his passion was just a pipe dream?

Taking a regular job would keep the dream alive and untainted. When life looked dreary he could call up the fantasy and imagine the thrill of hearing his music on movie sound tracks. No broken promises could mess with his fantasies. He could turn the volume up when he was sad, and turn it down when he felt good. It was the only safe way of hanging onto the purity of the precious dream. The idea of compromise felt like a contaminating agent that Mervin couldn’t accept.

Mervin was tortured by his agonizing quandary. Together Mervin and I came to understand how painful it was to give up the image of his dream in pristine condition. As we explored his conflict he came to a crossroads. Was Mervin willing to let the dream come true even if it wasn’t exactly as he wanted it, or was he going to keep the dream safe, as an unsullied fantasy? He grew to realize that his wishes could come true, but he had to include a dose of realism into the mix.

Adversity helped Mervin come down to earth without having to throw away his cherished dreams. He was able to bring the dreamer and the practical guy parts of himself to the table and hammer out a deal.

Losing his job was the catalyst Mervin needed to develop some compromising muscles.

He got a paid position that supported him in the short term, while he worked on his real passion.

Getting his bills paid took the pressure off, and gave him freedom to compose unfettered by practical worries. Less stressed, he sold his compositions on favorable terms.

Losing his job wasn’t such a bad thing after all.

DR. JEANETTE RAYMOND is a licensed psychologist. She can be reached at (310) 985-2491 or at www.drjeanetteraymond.com

Vitamin D is actually considered a hormone FROM VITAMIN D PAGE 16 source of vitamin D is artificially fortified foods such as dairy products, cereals, bread and fruit juices. The truth of the matter is that very few of us consume enough fish and fortified foods to meet our daily demands for vitamin D. The third and fastest way to ensure vitamin D balance is to combine careful sunlight exposure with vitamin D supplements.

Current guidelines call for at least 800-1,000 IU vitamin D in the diet of both women and men over the age of 50.

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light exposure. If your doctor or dermatologist prescribes the use of sunscreens or sun blocking clothes to ward off sunlight from penetrating the skin, then you are dependent upon dietary sources of vitamin D. However, many conveniently sized supplements contain upwards of 1,000 IU vitamin D and are now available without a prescription. Always consult with your doctor or a specialist familiar with the administration and monitoring of vitamin D before taking any supplements.

DR. JOHN S. ADAMS is vice chair for research and director of the Orthopaedic Hospital Research Center, UCLA-Orthopaedic Hospital Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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NCAA FOOTBALL

Stakes are high for Sooners, Red Raiders

BY JEFF LATZKE AP Sports Writer

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NORMAN, Okla. Sam Bradford has all the impressive numbers that go along with a Heisman Trophy campaign: a few dozen touchdown passes, an impeccable quarterback rating and right around two miles worth of passing yards.

Graham Harrell has all that, too, plus a couple of late-season marquee wins to go with it.

When Harrell and No. 2 Texas Tech meet Bradford and No. 5 Oklahoma on Saturday night, the Heisman race — as well as the national championship chase — will be center stage.

“A lot of people are talking about that, but it’s probably the last thing that I’m thinking about this week,” said Bradford, who leads the nation with 38 touchdown passes and also has 3,406 yards passing.

“When you start thinking about that, then you get away from what’s really important and that’s winning this football game.”

And it’s a HUGE one.

Texas Tech (10-0, 6-0 Big 12) needs only to beat fifth-ranked Oklahoma (9-1, 5-1) to clinch the Big 12 South and establish itself as the conference’s clear front-runner for the national championship — and perhaps give Harrell an insurmountable lead in the Heisman race.

The Sooners can spoil it all, just as Tech did three weeks ago against then-No. 1 Texas in another of the Big 12’s round-robin between Heisman caliber quarterbacks.

It all started with Bradford against Texas’ Colt McCoy back in October, with the Longhorns leaving the Cotton Bowl with the Sooners’ top ranking in tow.

They defended it against Missouri’s Chase Daniel and Oklahoma State’s Zac Robinson, but Harrell and the Red Raiders — with a little last-second magic from Michael Crabtree — pre-empted Texas’ coronation.

Now the Red Raiders are in the Longhorns’ position. Texas Tech finishes a brutal four-game stretch against ranked opponents by facing a highly rated divisional foe on its home field.

The Sooners carry the nation’s longest home winning streak at 23 games, and this qualifies as the biggest game in Norman since top-ranked Nebraska came calling in 2000. The Huskers left in defeat and Oklahoma marched on to the national championship.

It’s big enough that police in Norman are

THIS TEAM IS EXPERIENCED AND OLD AND WE KNOW HOW TO GET OURSELVES UP FOR BIG GAMES.” Daniel Charbonnet Texas Tech safety

warning about counterfeiters making tickets to cash in on the high prices scalpers are charging. And big enough that Sooners coach Bob Stoops took the odd turn this week of chiding his own fans that they’ve never “been known as overly raucous crowd,” in an apparent bid to get them to be even louder on Saturday.

“It is as big as it gets,” Sooners receiver Juaquin Iglesias said. “Just for the fact that all of our goals are still in reach, and if we win, you never know what’s going to happen in the BCS.” Indeed, an Oklahoma win would cause havoc for the BCS by eliminating one of the only undefeated two major conference teams left. Even trickier: The road to the Big 12 South title could then be decided by the BCS rankings as the top three teams would each have one loss, all against each other, entering the final week of the regular season.

Texas Tech can prevent all of that if coach Mike Leach, who was Stoops’ offensive coordinator in 1999, can win on Owen Field for the first time in five tries since leaving Norman.

The Red Raiders have beaten Oklahoma in two of the last three at Lubbock, including last season — when Bradford suffered a first-quarter concussion and missed the rest of the game.

“This team is experienced and old and we know how to get ourselves up for big games,” Tech safety Daniel Charbonnet said.

Harrell, who has 36 TD passes and leads the nation with 4,077 yards, has already guided the Red Raiders to victory against Kansas, Texas and Oklahoma State in consecutive weeks.

Both the Sooners and Red Raiders were off last week, letting the anticipation grow only that much more with all that’s at stake: a shot at the Big 12 title, the Heisman Trophy and, of course, the biggest prize of all.

“They can’t want it,” Stoops said, “any more than we want it.”

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The deal was announced shortly after the

Knicks sent guard Jamal Crawford to the Golden State Warriors for Al Harrington on Friday.

Randolph led the Knicks with 20.5 points and 12.5 rebounds. The Clippers fill the void in the post they lost when Elton Brand left to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers.

Mobley averaged 13.7 points for the Clippers.

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All smiles, Libra ARIES (March 21-April 19)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

★★★★ Let others bear more responsibility.

You might enjoy taking it slow and easy, even though that is not your normal pace. Someone you care about and respect could be very needy. Jump on an opportunity. Tonight: So many invitations.

★★★★★ Your personality melts barriers and puts a smile on everyone’s face. You don’t often get an opportunity like today. A call or a very strong positive action draws reactions — perhaps ones you didn’t expect. Tonight: All smiles.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

★★★ Easy does it. Look at the present moment as a good time to get some R and R. You also might need to squeeze in a fun happening. The real message is to relax and not get uptight.

Make plans for travel. Tonight: Easy does it.

★★★ Take your time making decisions. Your ability to understand is more important than you think. Give yourself the same type of compassionate understanding. You too can make mistakes. Tonight: Choose quiet.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

★★★★★ If you follow a wild idea, you might be amazed by all the fun you’ll have. A partner who can be austere could distance him- or herself from you. Others seem more ready to talk turkey than before. Clear the air. Tonight: What would you most like to do?

★★★★★ Aim for more of what you want. Don’t sell out or do anything that could compromise a long-term goal. Friends surround you and will want to join in on any idea that you come up with. Tonight: Zero in on what you want.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★ Though you are comfortable at home, you might be overwhelmed by the many people who call or knock on your door. You are a sign that welcomes friends. Perhaps you might throw a spontaneous party. Tonight: Stay close to your pad.

★★★ Know when to cut out of work and responsibilities. You might have a problem walking out, as so many people need your help.

Eventually you will get frustrated. Use that frustration to leave. Tonight: Get together with friends.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★★★★★ Keep conversations moving. Someone might feel out of sorts or intimidated. Just by being yourself, everyone will relax. You discover that everything is possible. Pace yourself, remaining clear. Tonight: Visit with a friend.

★★★★★ You might want to rethink a situation with care. If you detach and go on a day trip or to the movies, you might find a new outlook. As a result, you could proceed differently. Tonight: Go to a new spot with music.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

★★★★ Be aware of your budget, and understand where you are heading. Be a cynic; be direct in deciding what you want to spend.

Investigate the possibilities without making a commitment. You’ll discover an even better choice. Tonight: Treat yourself and others.

★★★★ A partner or loved one does everything he or she can to grab your attention.

Discussions are animated between you and the other person. Be careful with an authority figure who could be a tad feisty. Tonight: Add more dimension to a caring relationship.

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JACQUELINE BIGAR’S STARS The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: ★★★★★Dynamic ★★ So-So ★★★★ Positive ★ Difficult ★★★ Average

You discover the power of communication this year. You might want to take a class or seminar in how to better express your needs and feelings, as well as receive others’ clearly. If you stay focused on your goals, you might be amazed by what occurs. You have a strong drive and energy. How you deal with situations could change dynamically because of a special bond or relationship. This person always seems to be behind you. If you are single, you will meet your next sweetie through friends and/or while out and about. Forget online dating services and such. If you are attached, the two of you need to focus on a goal together. LIBRA proves to not only be a friend but also a fun time.

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Girls and Sports

Sudoku

By Justin Borus and Andrew Feinstein

Fill in the blank cells using numbers 1 to 9. Each number can appear only once in each row, column, and 3x3 block. Use logic and process of elimination to solve the puzzle. The difficulty level ranges from ★ (easiest) to ★★★★★ (hardest).

The Meaning of Lila

By John Forgetta & L.A. Rose

King Features Syndicate

GETTING STARTED There are many strategies to solving Sudoku. One way to begin is to examine each 3x3 grid and figure out which numbers are missing. Then, based on the other numbers in the row and column of each blank cell, find which of the missing numbers will work. Eliminating numbers will eventually lead you to the answer.

The Other Coast

By Adrian Raeside

SOLUTIONS TO YESTERDAY’S PUZZLE

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ODDS OF A CHILD BEING IN A FATAL AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT: 1 in 23,000

ODDS OF A CHILD BEING DIAGNOSED WITH AUTISM: 1 in 166

To learn the signs of autism, visit autismspeaks.org

Dog eat Doug

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DAILY LOTTERY 10 15 22 52 53 Meganumber: 12 Jackpot: $86M 13 17 18 20 46 Meganumber: 6 Jackpot: $17M 12 15 17 19 35 MIDDAY: 1 5 4 EVENING: 1 0 9 1st: 01 Gold Rush 2nd: 11 Money Bags 3rd: 06 Whirl Win RACE TIME: 1.49.46

MYSTERY PHOTO

Soraya Danesh news@smdp.com The first person who can correctly identify where this image was captured wins a prize from the Santa Monica Daily Press. Hint: Check smdp.com for color. Send answers to editor@smdp.com.

Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the winning number information, mistakes can occur. In the event of any discrepancies, California State laws and California Lottery regulations will prevail. Complete game information and prize claiming instructions are available at California Lottery retailers. Visit the California State Lottery web site at http://www.calottery.com

NEWS OF THE WEIRD BY

Strange Brew

By John Deering

Speed Bump

By Dave Coverly

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SHEPARD

■ The remote Manitoba First Nations tribes in Canada have largely moved away from alcohol abuse, according to an October Winnipeg Sun report, to the abuse of much more potent "superjuice," made with a fast-acting yeast that encourages quick brewing.

According to a local probation officer, though, underbrewing results in the swill's continuing to ferment in the stomach after consumption, causing violent pain and progressive inebriation lasting for days.

■ In 2003, retired Colorado businessman John Haines, who was concerned about dangerous cracks in the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery, went to great lengths to find and purchase a huge slab of the identical high-grade white marble of the Tomb and offered it, free of charge, shipping included, to the Army (which has been considering reconstruction of the Tomb since 1987). In the ensuing five years, according to an August Denver Post story, the Army continues to ignore Haines, yet periodically shows interest in opening the reconstruction to competitive bidding, but mostly just allows the idea to languish.

■ In September, a Wisconsin appeals court suppressed the surveillance video that allegedly captured David Johnson, 59, having sex with his comatose wife in a Portage nursing home, obviously violating the state law against sex without consent. Nursing home caregivers had installed the camera to protect the wife, but the court ruled it an invasion of the privacy of the marital relationship.

TODAY IN HISTORY President Kennedy was shot to death while riding in a motorcade in Dallas. Texas Gov. John B. Connally, in the same limousine as Kennedy, was seriously wounded.

Suspect Lee Harvey Oswald was arrested. the U.N. Security Council approved Resolution 242, which called for Israel to withdraw from territories it had captured the previous June, and implicitly called on adversaries to recognize Israel's right to exist.

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