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Manuel Gatica Leiva flies off the top of a half-pipe at Woodward West skate park. Leiva will demonstrate his BMX skills on a vertical ramp at the inaugural Ramps & Reels event in Doheny Village. Photo: Courtesy of Caleb Cox

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Dana Point to Launch Skateboarding Event in Doheny Village

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

Looking to embrace the rich culture of surf and skate in Doheny Village, the city is preparing to launch its inaugural Ramps & Reels event on Aug. 11 and 12 to feature all things skating and BMX.

During the two-day event, the Domingo Avenue cul-de-sac will be closed to motorists, allowing the city to erect a vertical ramp for professional demonstrations, a street skate course open to the public, food and beverage vendors, movie screenings and more.

“The idea really came from Randy Hild,” Deputy Director of Community Services Jeff Rosaler said. “He had this great idea to highlight Doheny Village in its current form and embrace and celebrate the history of what’s gone on from surfboard manufacturing, skateboard manufacturing, cars, auto, motocross, all the cool things that are going down there.”

The City of Dana Point has partnered with Marbo Productions, REDO Market LLC and Dana Point Chamber of Commerce to organize the event.

“This will be the first event that the city’s produced in Doheny Village, and it’s the first of hopefully more to come,” Rosaler said. “We are supporting the local businesses down there, working closely with a lot of them, and we’re appreciative of the support that they’ve given us to do the event down there.”

Rosaler added that Hild, the founder of the REDO Market, proposed the idea of bringing skateboard ramps and movies down to Doheny Village to activate the area.

“From there, it’s just grown,” Rosaler said. “We went from having a street course … and the skateboard part has just grown and got bigger.”

At 8 p.m. both nights, Ramps & Reels will screen 1980s movies at the end of the cul-de-sac, toward Fly Way. Back to the Future will be screened the first night, and skateboarding film We Are Blood will be screened the second. Attendees are encouraged to bring low-back chairs and blankets to set up in the street.

Rosaler added that We Are Blood is a “really great story; really great cinematography. It is a family-friendly movie but with a really good message on why skateboarding is important and how skateboarding can be important in the community and across the world.”

The family-friendly event will also feature professional skateboard and BMX demonstrations on a 13-foot tall, 30-foot wide vertical, or vert ramp, Marbo Productions Founder Mario Bonaventura explained.

“With street skating, it’s a lot harder if you don’t know what you’re watching, to watch and know what’s going on,” Bonaventura said. “With vert skating, the size of the ramp and how high they are in the air, the noise of it, it’s just captivating.”

“There’s no other way to look at it,” Bonaventura continued. “You can’t walk by it and not look at it and just be amazed by what these people can do.”

people in Doheny Village and Dana Point, that area that are so into the Vert scene, that we’re hoping that friends of the pros we have will be coming in as well and skate.”

Each day, Ramps & Reels will feature two skateboard and bicycle motocross (MBX) demonstrations.

Professional skateboarder Christian Hosoi will emcee the event and also take some skate runs, Bonaventura explained.

“We’re bringing in Christian Hosoi—I mean next to Tony Hawk—one of the most famous all time vert skaters,” Bonaventura said. “I’m bringing him in as a personality … he’s a man of the people, and so we’re going to have a great time with him.”

Bonaventura added that the event will feature a DJ on the street course who will emcee the street course area and play games with attendees.

Only professionals will be allowed to skate on the vertical ramp; however, families can enjoy a street skate course built for all skill levels.

“I’m having them build it from anything that a beginner kid can skate to a full pro, and everyone can have a good time,” Bonaventura said. “It’s definitely not slotted directly towards the pros.”

bands, movies . . . what more can you ask for?” Bonaventura said. “Just the family-friendliness, the vibe of the community.”

Bonaventura added that after visiting Dana Point for REDO Market and seeing the community support for Ramps & Reels, he was inspired to bring the skate event into town.

“It just inspired me to really want to do this, and Jeff and Kelly (Reenders) and the whole team and Randy from REDO, it’s been awesome,” Bonaventura said. “It’s been an awesome experience to work with the people and everybody on the team.”

Hild’s experience with bringing crowds to Dana Point to enjoy vintage and retro goods has helped him to cultivate an ’80s retro vibe, Bonaventura said.

Rosaler added that he wanted those who grew up during that period to “bring their kids down and see not only some old-school, but new-school skate and some old-school movies and new-school movies, some old-school bands and newschool bands.”

“Just kind of recreating the ’80s and then where we’ve progressed from that,” Rosaler continued.

Bonaventura added that watching BMXers on the vertical ramp, attendees will be “amazed at what people can do on a bicycle and how scary-looking it is.”

X Games athlete Mykel Larrin and professional BMXer Manuel Gatica Leiva will demonstrate their skills along with vert skaters Josh Borden, Brian Upapong (also known as Yoda) and Ruby Lilley.

“We have some pros that we’re bringing in that will be there for demos all the days,” Bonaventura said. “There’s so many

Those looking to participate in the street skate course must sign a waiver to obtain a wristband, and must bring their own board, helmet and pads.

Ramps & Reels will also feature activities for children, including T-shirt making and live music, Rosaler said.

Attendees can also purchase food and drinks from the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, Pepi’s Sports Bar and Grill, Rasta Rita, and food trucks including Kabobaholic, Salt N’ Pepper and Family Pizza. Clean Juice will offer juice samples during the event.

“It’s fun, skateboarding, food and drink,

Attendees are encouraged to park on Las Vegas Avenue, the Capistrano Beach Church parking lot or take the Dana Point trolley to the event.

The event will run from 4-10 p.m. on Aug 11 and from 2 p.m. until the end of We Are Blood on Aug. 12.

“If there is a skater in the household … dad, mom, sister, brother … this is a muststop for a visit,” Hild said in an email. “Not only will spectators be able to rub elbows with pro skaters, there is a public street course that is open to the public to skate … a first for Dana Point.”

More information about the event can be found at rampsandreels.com.

Manuel Gatica Leiva flies off the top of a half-pipe at Woodward West skate park. Leiva will demonstrate his BMX skills on a vertical ramp at the inaugural Ramps & Reels event in Doheny Village. Photo: Courtesy of Caleb Cox

Skaters Josh Borden and Brian “Yoda” Upapong shred on a halfpipe. The two professional skaters will wow crowds with some skateboarding tricks at the upcoming Ramps & Reels event on Aug. 11 and Aug. 12.

Photo: Courtesy of Bennett Harada

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Local Musician, Nonprofit Executive Recognized as Legacy Artist

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

Arts Orange County selected Dana Point resident Anthony Small as a California Arts Council Legacy Artist Fellowship recipient for his work to further art and culture through several community projects, the organization announced on Tuesday, July 25.

Like a lifetime achievement award, the Legacy Artist Fellowship recognizes artists who have had a lasting and significant impact on their community through their creative output, Arts OC President and CEO Richard Stein explained.

In addition to co-founding the music education nonprofit Music Preserves Foundation, Small writes as a guest columnist for the Dana Point Times, is executive-producing the upcoming documentary Los Lobos—Native Sons, served on Dana Point’s Arts and Culture Commission and was most recently selected to serve as an Ambassador of Music for the Dana Point Sister Cities.

When applying for the fellowship, Small noted that he saw the gestalt of his impact on furthering art and storytelling rather than the individual projects themselves.

“These various projects that I’ve been a part of and grown in our community, oftentimes some people saw them as disparate projects, but I always saw them each as pulling very hard in the same direction for art and community and amplifying diversity and storytelling,” Small said.

Each project is “extremely fulfilling,” Small added. “I feel like that’s why I’m here; that’s what I was put here to do.”

Small and Music Preserves Co-Founder

Patti Compton bring the history of American music to classrooms throughout the Capistrano Unified School District through their music education nonprofit.

Small added that he feels fulfilled when he “sees the kids’ eyes light up in the classroom when we share those stories of the various genres of music and hopefully inspiring the kids.”

“The best part is broadening the horizons and inspiring kids of all ages; by that, I mean our community and the adults in our community as well,” Small said.

Through his column “Dana Point ROCKS” in the Dana Point Times, Small noted he’s able to “amplify diverse artists and businesses.”

“Telling those types of stories again just pulls in the same direction,” Small

said. “The opportunity to work on the Los Lobos documentary these last few years, being on the Arts and Culture Commission and having been given that opportunity by the city and City Council, I think launched me into these chapters of my life.”

Small added that he’d like to thank “my kids for believing in their old dad and his dreams, and my wife, Bonnie, not only for her support but for her example of service to others and the community.”

Stein said the Fellows grant is “a competitive process involving peer panels.”

According to a media release, 779 artists applied within the Southern California region of Imperial, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego Counties. Of the 779 artists who applied, 58 artists were awarded fellowships.

Arts OC is the state partner for Orange County, working with the California Arts Council to provide services and programs locally.

In addition to the fellowship program, the California Arts Council provides “operating support for arts organizations to provide project grants that address specific needs,” Stein explained. “For example, arts programs for veterans, arts programs for youths, arts programs for the incarcerated for reentry and arts programs targeting underserved areas.”

Small is among eight legacy fellows selected who will receive a $50,000 grant.

“The other thing to know about the program is it’s unusual in that it is not a

typical grant program where you apply with a project,” Stein said.

“This was simply a Fellowship Award on the basis of your achievements as an artist, whether you’re an early career emerging artist category or whether you’re an established artist who’s been at it for a number of years or if you’re more in the category of lifetime achievement legacy artists who have been doing it for many years,” Stein continued.

The grant funds are unrestricted, allowing artists to use the funds as they see fit.

“If they have a project in mind with it, that’s great,” Stein said. “If they don’t, but just want to continue working on the projects that they’re already doing or pursuing their creative output or engaging with the community in the way that they do, that’s all perfectly fine.”

Small added that he looks to continue to make an impact through his artistic practices, Music Preserves Foundation and the Los Lobos documentary.

“All of those things are about broadening the horizons of all people, not just students and sharing multicultural stories, music and other art that isn’t always presented to the community,” Small said.

Editor’s Note: Anthony Small is a PFM contributor who writes the Dana Point ROCKS column for the Dana Point Times.

COMMUNITY MEETINGS

SATURDAY, AUG. 5

Challenging Cancer

10-11:30 a.m. The Challenging Cancer group is conducting weekly meetings through Zoom video conferences. The meetings are open to caregivers, people who have a compromised immune system, and people dealing with cancer. To join, email donnavigil2@gmail.com or linda_crdv@yahoo.com. heritagesc.org.

TUESDAY, AUG. 8

Because I Love You (BILY)

6:30-8:30 p.m. The organization Because I Love You (BILY), which helps parents navigate through whatever parenting challenges they may be facing (e.g., failure to launch, substance misuse, disrespect), conducts its weekly meetings on Tuesdays via Zoom video conference and in person/ Zoom the first Tuesday of each month at the Outlets at San Clemente’s Conference Room. For detailed instructions on how to participate, email bilysanclemente@gmail.com.

OC Parks Summer Concert, Film Series to Hit Dana Point

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

Orange County Parks’ Summer Concert and Sunset Cinema series is continuing into late summer with live performances and movies in parks across the county, with Dana Point hosting the last of the seasonal events.

Starting in mid-August, Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach will host the last two OC Parks concerts of the summer from 5-8 p.m. On Aug. 17, Dylan Galvin will open for Queen Nation at the free event. Tina Tara will open for Flashback Heart Attack on Aug. 24, also at Bluff Park.

OC Parks will screen Uncharted on Sept. 1, and Mamma Mia! on Sept. 8 at Bluff Park from 6-10 p.m. for the county’s Sunset Cinema series.

The concert and cinema series features food trucks and vendors, as well as a beer and wine garden for attendees 21 and older. All OC Parks Summer Concert and Sunset Cinema events are free to the public and include free parking.

More information on the OC Parks Summer Concert and Sunset Cinema Series can be found at ocparks.com.

Bluff Park is located at Salt Creek Beach, 33333 S. Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point.

Dana Point musician Anthony Small was selected as a Legacy Artist Fellowship recipient from Arts Orange County for his work to further art and culture in his local community. Photo: Courtesy of Cliff Wassmam

Supervisor Foley Announces Members of Harbor Advisory Committee

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

The newly created Harbor Advisory Committee that aims to give constituents regular reports on the harbor revitalization’s construction progress and improve transparency over the project has been empaneled, Orange County Fifth District Board Supervisor Katrina Foley announced on July 28.

Community figures such as Mayor Mike Frost and Ocean Institute President and CEO Wendy Marshall will sit on the committee alongside local boaters and members of the general public, as well as owners of harbor businesses including Jon’s Fish Market and Westwind Sailing.

The committee, which Foley announced plans to create during the Dana Point Civic Association’s monthly Coffee Chat in March, will meet regularly to act as a “third party objective overseer of the project,” Foley said.

“What I heard a lot from the community over the last year was there was a feeling of, there’s a lot of misperceptions, one; two, there was a feeling of distrust of the process and a feeling that there was no oversight in the project,” Foley said.

Foley noted that when she first initiated the committee, her goal was to have a group of individuals who can look over contracts, income and revenue, and work on addressing community concerns to see if there are any initiatives that could be brought forth or suggested to the Dana Point Harbor Partners.

“I want (the committee) to respond to the community concerns, and I think this will allow us more oversight, more transparency, and hopefully we can gain some better trust from the greater community about the project, which I think is ultimately a really fabulous project,” Foley said.

The Harbor Advisory Committee will not only oversee the $400 million harbor revitalization but also the county-run portion of the harbor including Baby Beach and the OC Sailing and Events Center.

“They can be my eyes and ears and can help make recommendations that will benefit the harbor as a whole, and that’s not just as it relates to the Dana Point Harbor Partners’ piece of the harbor, but for me, we have the county piece also,” Foley said.“So, I want their insights, I want their recommendations, and I want their oversight so that we can improve the quality of the entire harbor.”

The Harbor Advisory Committee includes a representative from the City of Dana Point, a representative of the Ocean Institute, two business representatives, two boaters and two members of the public.

In total, Foley’s office received 33 applications for the boater and public representative positions. Those interested in being on the committee submitted a short application including their resumes and a letter of interest, Foley explained.

“So, we had people identify whether or not they were a boater, or whether they had a small business or a larger business in the harbor, whether they had some interest as a public member,” Foley said.

“We also will include, of course, a representative from OC Parks, from the real estate office at the county, and then the Dana Point Harbor Partners,” Foley continued.

Capo Unified Gives Biannual Report on Cultural Proficiency Measures

BY COLLIN BREAUX

Since the Board of Trustees adopted a cultural proficiency plan in December 2020, the Capistrano Unified School District has made strides toward its goals to increase inclusion and understanding with cultural differences and diversities.

One point of progress has been the translation of district documents into Spanish, including 38 CUSD Insider articles and 18 news updates and family messages, district staff mentioned to the trustees on July 19.

Interpreters, the district noted in a biannual report, have also provided Spanish support at the past 12 board meetings.

Additionally, CUSD Insider has published articles showcasing English learner graduates and success stories,

Native American cultural events in elementary schools, and Positive Behavior Intervention Support programs and certifications.

“Our dedicated counselors implemented cultural proficiency lessons at our district’s kindergarten through grade 12 school sites,” said Refugio Gracian, executive director of Cultural Proficiency, Access, Equity, and Social Emotional Learning.

Counselors have also been trained in suicide prevention since mental health has been a focus of the cultural proficiency plan. To aid in further mental health capabilities, professional learning courses are also being offered this summer on mindfulness, youth mental health, and trauma-informed care.

Representing the City of Dana Point will be Mayor Frost, who said that while the harbor is owned by the county,“we at the city deal with all the stakeholders in the Harbor and want to help ensure a successful project for everyone.”

Jon’s Fish Market owner Shala Manseur and Westwind Sailing Executive Director Diane Wenzel were selected to represent businesses in the harbor.

Having run Westwind Sailing in the harbor for 37 years, Wenzel said she’s seen a lot of changes over the years.

“I’ve dealt with everything as a business owner, from changes from Parks to Harbor Department to all the different changes and navigating all of that,” Wenzel said. “Just seeing a lot of things coming and going and changing in the harbor and learning from folks along the way; met a lot of people along the way.”

As a small business owner focused on boating safety, Wenzel said she’s excited to focus on marine safety and public access to the harbor.

Wenzel added that as the harbor has become crowded with more kayak and stand-up paddleboarders, she hopes to keep the various watercrafts moving safely on the water.

“I really want to see this harbor stay very accessible and available to our community and that small harbor feel and serve our constituents that utilize our harbor,” Wenzel said.

“I’m just really appreciative of Supervisor Foley for her commitment to our harbor and transparency and our harbor community,” Wenzel continued.“She really is putting effort into learning about what’s going on and doing what’s best for our harbor and the people that utilize it.”

Manseur said that after a lot of misunderstanding with the public on the harbor

“We would like to commend the amazing CUSD site administrators and their staff for engaging and reflecting and implementing the cultural proficiency initiatives, as noted in the addendum, where all schools completed their cultural proficiency site goals,” Gracian said.

Schools will continue working to enhance those goals for the upcoming 2023-24 school year.

The biannual report also noted numerous schools such as San Clemente High School and RH Dana Elementary School have been certified as No Place for Hate, which is a national program that stands against bigotry and discrimination.

CUSD also intends to increase student access to college and career counselors for the 2023-24 school year.

“Counselors provide lessons focused on college admissions, financial aid, essay writing, building college lists, career exploration, and community college,” the

revitalization, she felt the committee would be “a great communication tool.” Manseur added that she’s excited to help facilitate communication with the public and give her input as a business owner and help navigate the changes to come in the harbor.

“We’re dealing with a very small harbor with big ideas,” Manseur said, adding that she’s excited to offer ideas on how to improve on the harbor.

“I’m really proud to be a part of it, because I have a lot of love for the Partners and what they’re doing and what they are trying to do so far,” Manseur continued. “They’ve shown nothing but care for the long haul.”

A 43-year-old business in the harbor, Jon’s Fish Market has seen a lot of changes over the years, Manseur said.

“I embrace change and functioning change and trying to bring a better round of things,” Manseur said.“I love to see growth happen in a healthy way.”

San Clemente resident Robert Langan and Dana Point resident Dennis Parks were selected to represent boaters. San Juan Capistrano residents Darcie Harris and Colin Harris are to serve as the public representatives. Marshall, the Ocean Institute president, will represent the educational nonprofit, and a boatswain of the Mariners 936 Sea Scouts was selected as an honorary member.

Foley explained that for the time being, the plan is for the committee to meet monthly and prepare public reports that will be published on her website and newsletter.

The committee was scheduled to hold its first meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 2.

In addition to the committee meetings, Foley aims to have two town halls every year to discuss the harbor project.

report said.

The district and College and Career Advantage Program will continue providing career technical education tours for counselors and school staff, so they become aware of career programs to share with students.

“A career fair will also be provided in the 2023-2024 school year where students

Informational material from the Capistrano Unified School District has been translated into Spanish as the district looks to enhance cultural outreach and inclusion. Photo: File

Musician Andrew McMahon Aims to Help Cancer Patients, Survivors Through Fundraiser Dinner

BY COLLIN BREAUX

South Orange County-based musician Andrew McMahon was a few years removed from graduating at Dana Hills High School when he found out he had leukemia.

McMahon’s life was going well before then. He was 22 years old, coming on the heels of his popular pop-punk band Something Corporate, and launching another musical venture called Jack’s Mannequin.

He faced different circumstances when he started to realize he was losing his voice, though. A doctor took his blood, and then his world was turned upside down— but not permanently.

“I’m a leukemia survivor,” McMahon said. “I was diagnosed in 2005 and have been in remission since 2006.”

McMahon lives in San Clemente and is still touring and playing music. After his experiences, he is giving back through the Dear Jack Foundation, a charitable organization he founded that provides assistance programs for adolescents and young adults diagnosed with cancer, as well as their families.

Levin Reintroduces Bill to Establish Engagement Office Within Nuclear Regulatory Commission

BY C. JAYDEN SMITH

Rep. Mike Levin is again looking to push through legislation in Congress that seeks to facilitate further public participation in the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s actions.

The U.S. House of Representatives’ Energy and Commerce Committee discussed Levin’s NRC Office of Public Engagement and Participation Act, otherwise known as H.R. 4530, during a July 18 hearing, but no reportable action has been released since.

The bill, introduced last month, would create an Office of Public Engagement and Participation within the NRC, tasked

To raise funds for the Dear Jack Foundation— named after Jack Rose, a childhood friend’s little brother—McMahon and the organization will host a farm-to-table benefit dinner at The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano on Saturday, Aug. 5, with proceeds going to the organization.

McMahon said the Dear Jack Foundation thought the event would be a “cool way” to tie the cause back to the coastal community he calls home. McMahon’s links to The Ecology Center further come from having a friend who works there and having attended several events on the farmland himself.

The longtime indie pop musician describes the format for the fundraiser as a small one, given the guest list will be capped at just 72 people. The Ecology Center often hosts general intimate outdoor farm-to-table dinners, so named because visiting chefs prepare multiple-course meals using ingredients harvested right from the site’s farm. The dinners frequently sell out and give patrons a chance to not only eat but converse and learn about sustainable agriculture.

McMahon became aware of the gap in young cancer patients’ needs through his own experience, including the need for a support group.

with providing “educational, legal and technical guidance and assistance” to citizens submitting comments and hearing requests for NRC proceedings.

In a mid-July press release, Levin, who represents the 49th Congressional District that includes the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS), said the proposed office would increase the public’s confidence in the NRC and lend to rebuilding citizens’ trust.

“Our communities deserve to have their voices heard by the regulatory agency in charge of handling important nuclear safety issues, but oftentimes there is no clear line of communication between the public and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission,” said Levin.

After a year of the office’s existence, the body would be required to submit a report detailing the most common difficulties citizens faced in participating in NRC proceedings.

Levin first introduced the bill as H.R. 9215 during the 117th Congress in October 2022, but after being referred to the Energy and Commerce Committee and further to the Subcommittee on Energy,

“It’s a way to develop community,” he said. “You’re there with other survivors.”

Helping cancer survivors is just as important as recently diagnosed patients, because people who go into remission may feel survivor’s guilt or fear the disease will come back, McMahon added. People who have fought and overcome cancer also have to figure out how to get back into the daily life, he said.

To that end, the Dear Jack Foundation provides retreats and wellness programs, which includes learning about healthy eating. The organization also grants wishes, such as going on vacation trips, through a program known as LifeList.

Giving cancer patients something to look forward to can be motivating, McMa-

the bill didn’t go any further.

“I am proud to reintroduce this bill to create an Office of Public Engagement and Participation within the NRC to bridge the gap between the Commission and the public throughout the regulatory process,” Levin added in the release.

Levin touched on the Department of Energy’s ongoing effort to get various U.S. communities’ consent in hosting permanent and temporary repositories to store nuclear waste from the nation’s power plants, including SONGS.

In early June, Levin joined DOE Secretary Jennifer Granholm at SONGS to announce the list of institutions across the U.S. awarded with grants to help in the process of identifying a host for an interim storage facility.

“As we continue our work to rebuild communities’ trust on issues related to spent nuclear fuel and advance the consent-based siting process,” Levin added, “I believe that the Office of Public Engagement and Participation will be a key tool to foster greater confidence and understanding. I look forward to this bill moving through the legislative process.”

hon said.

“It’s a bright spot in their treatment,” he said.

Figuring out life post-leukemia was a journey for McMahon. He now wants to help pave a path for other people going down a similar road.

“It’s a tricky road back on the mental health side,” he said. “It took some time, but getting to focus on the Foundation, it’s helped me.”

More information about the foundation and how to get tickets for the event can be found at dearjackfoundation.org.

will have the opportunity to meet with local employers,” the report said.

Incoming Capistrano Unified Council Parent Teacher Student Association President Michele Ploessel-Campbell said she appreciates the district’s efforts toward cultural proficiency.

“We see it happening at our schools,” Ploessel-Campbell said. “I want you to know we do appreciate it so much. Our PTAs do. Our schools do. Our students do, and it’s the students that matter the most. Please continue this work.”

More counselors are needed at schools, Ploessel-Campbell said.

A previous update presented to the CUSD Board of Trustees in February said suspension rates decreased by 1% for Black students, 1.5% for disabled students, and 0.1% for socioeconomically disadvantaged students.

Some critics of the cultural proficiency plan have spoken out against the measures due to a perception that increased understanding is excessive wokeness and akin to Critical Race Theory, claims denied by CUSD officials.

San Clemente musician Andrew McMahon and the cancer assistance group Dear Jack Foundation will host a farm-to-table benefit dinner at The Ecology Center on Aug. 5. Photo: Courtesy of Lindsey Byrnes

OCAC Kennel Program, Rail Service Updates and More!

Happy summer, neighbor! This season, Orange County is brimming with special opportunities to soak up the sun. My office overflows with exciting news, too.

First, I appreciate that Orange County Animal Care (OCAC) is listening to the community and adjusting its approach to connecting Orange County families to our many furry friends in the shelter. Kennel Connection invites visitors to walk in and view ready-to-adopt pets in its kennels every Wednesday and Saturday.

Our office received a lot of suggestions from the community to improve access to animal adoptions. Together, with OC Animal Care, we worked on filling staffing vacancies and solutions that allow visitors to walk through kennels twice a week.

This allows its staff to better manage visits and adoptions without aggravating the animals.

I hope this new program will encourage more visits with more animals, help us match pets with new owners, and prevent overcrowding and its impacts.

Visitors do not need appointments to walk through the shelter. One-onone visits are only available on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more about OCAC’s summer programming at ocpetinfo.com/allsummerlong.

Next, let’s talk sand—more of it from our Capistrano County Beach and Doheny State Beach Replenishment Project.

This project recycles 45,000 cubic yards of clean sand from flood control maintenance in the Santa Ana River and places the sand along a 2,000 linear-foot stretch at the north reach of Capistrano Beach. Scheduled through Fall 2023, this proj-

ect aims to protect our crucial coastline against erosion. In celebration of successful efforts made by our park rep in OC Parks, OCPW, Orange County enjoyed Fourth of July on the beach again at our Cal State beaches.

Since the project began, more than 10,000 cubic yards of sand was dumped, including 8,000 of it to Capo Beach.

Speaking of our beautiful coastline, I am happy to share that rail service

Transportation Commission, Metrolink, Amtrak Pacific Surfliner, and the expedient efforts of our partners to build the soldier pile wall and protect our rail corridor.

Orange County transit is back on track. Finally, I love meeting residents. Please consider joining me for my next Wellness Wednesdays Walks at the Nature Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo on Aug. 9 at 8:30 a.m. Space is limited, so please RSVP at tinyurl.com/wellnesswednesdayrmv.

Summertime is the perfect time to soak up the sun and breathe the fresh air.

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through San Clemente resumed just in time for the peak of the summer season.

The emergency soldier pile wall over the tracks beneath Casa Romantica provides protection from falling debris. The final dimensions of the temporary barrier wall are 250 feet long and 12 feet high, with the piles set 32 feet beneath ground.

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What’s going on in and around town this week

DANA POINT TIMES

FRIDAY | 04

SUMMER JAMS CONCERT SERIES: MARC FORD

6-9 p.m. Join the Ocean Institute and Music Preserves Foundation for a fun-filled summer night enjoying an outdoor concert with the harbor and the ocean as the backdrop. The event will feature live music, food trucks, and Station Craft Beer. Enjoy learning more about the musicians with Music Preserves Foundation before the show begins and explore the touch tanks with Ocean Institute docents. Proceeds for the event will support the two foundations. Tickets are $35. The Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org.

LIVE MUSIC AT IVA LEE’S

7 p.m. Live music is featured at this San Clemente lounge known for its entertainment. Really Classic will perform. Iva Lee’s Restaurant & Lounge, 555 N. El Camino Real, Suite E, San Clemente. 949.361.2855. ivalees.com.

OUTDOOR THEATER AT THE MISSION

7:30 p.m. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and light jacket for the final performance of the nighttime staging of La Havana Madrid by South Coast Repertory. The performance depicts Latino immigrants dancing and finding community at a Chicago nightclub in the 1960s. Tickets can be purchased online. Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. 714.708.5555. scr.org.

LIVE THEATER AT CAMINO REAL PLAYHOUSE

7:30 p.m. Watch a live performance of the raunchy puppet musical come -

FRIDAY | 04: WORLD ELEPHANT DAY ELEPHANT ‘PAINT AND SIP’

7-9 p.m. Join Gallery Dana Bay in celebration of World Elephant Day and paint your own unique miniature elephant. Tickets are $100 and include a blank elephant, paints, brushes, a palette, food, beverages and instruction. Space is limited. Gallery Dana Bay, 24682 Del Prado, Suite 100, Dana Point. 949.276.7597. gallerydanabay.com.

dy Avenue Q at San Juan Capistrano’s local theater. The show contains adult language and themes and is not recommended for children. There will be one final performance on Sunday, Aug. 6, at 2 p.m. Admission ranges from $42 to $52. Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.489.8082. caminorealplayhouse.org.

SATURDAY | 05

DANA POINT FARMERS MARKET

9 a.m.-1 p.m. California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market, and craft vendors provide a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, handmade soaps and unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags. La Plaza Park, 3411 La Plaza, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

FESTIVAL OF BUTTERFLIES

10 a.m.-3 p.m. Goin’ Native Therapeutic Garden’s annual celebration returns. There will be live music, a ballet performance, kids’ parade, and other festivities. Los Rios Park, 31791 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.674.6307. goinnative.net.

VILLAGE ART FAIRE

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Hosted by the San Clemente Downtown Business Association on the lawn of the San Clemente Library, the Village Art Faire offers a variety of work, including photography, fine art, jewelry, ceramics, fused glass, home

decor, botanicals, textile art, and more. Visitors can expect to find many of their favorite artists, as well as some new faces. San Clemente Library, 242 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.218.5378. info@scdba.org. scdba.org.

TWO-STEPPING UNDER THE STARS

6 p.m. The San Juan Capistrano Equestrian Coalition is holding an annual fundraiser that’s become a community favorite. There will be live music, an outdoor dance floor, food trucks, saloon, silent auction, and play zone for kids. Parking passes can be purchased online. Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park, 30753 La Pata Road, San Juan Capistrano. sanjuanequestrian.org.

SUNDAY | 06

LOW-COST PET VACCINE CLINIC

10-11:30 a.m. The Feed Barn offers lowcost vaccinations for all dogs and cats every month. All veterinary services are provided by Vet Care Vaccination Services, Inc. The low-cost clinic offers vaccination packages, microchips, physical exams, prescription flea control, fecal exams and diagnostic testing on-site. Vet Care, 34192 Doheny Park Road, Capistrano Beach. 714.895.8600. vetcarepetclinic.com.

D. YODER FAMILY SUNDAYS AT CASA ROMANTICA

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Celebrate International Friendship Day by creating friendship bracelets. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. casaromantica.org.

CONCERTS IN THE PARK

3-6 p.m. These free family-friendly concerts feature two bands and are held at Sea Terrace Park behind the Dana Point Library area. SouthBound and Company’s “Skynyard & Frynds Tribute” and Fortunate Son—A Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival will perform. Spirits for those 21 and older and food are available for purchase. Sea Terrace Park, 33501 Niguel Road, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

MONDAY | 07

BRIDGE GAME

12:30 p.m. The South Orange County Bridge Club hosts bridge games, Monday through Saturday. The club is a nonprofit owned by the members and welcomes people to use their minds and develop new friendships. They also offer classes for bridge players of different levels. 31461 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite 205, San Juan Capistrano. galesenter@cox.net.

TUESDAY | 08

SHARKS AFTER DARK

6-9 p.m. Join the Ocean Institute to learn more about the ocean’s apex predators, bioluminescence and more every Tuesday through August. Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org.

FILM SCREENING AT CASA ROMANTICA

8-10 p.m. Relax at Casa Romantica’s Courtyard and watch Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark under the stars. Tickets range from $5 to $10. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. casaromantica.org.

WEDNESDAY | 09

SAN ONOFRE PARKS SPEAKER SERIES: ARE WE ALONE?

ASTROBIOLOGY, EXPOPLANETS & THE SEARCH FOR LIFE

6-9 p.m. Ever wondered about life beyond Earth? Join the San Onofre Parks Foundation and California State Parks for an enthusiastic lecture about the exploration for life in and beyond our solar system led by three-year veteran NASA Solar System Ambassador Geoff Rizzie. Rizzie has served as an Earth Science and Social Studies public school teacher in the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District for nearly two decades and has presented to geology students at Texas State University as a guest lecturer. Tickets are $20 in advance, and $25 at the door if seats are available. Historic Cottage at San Clemente State Beach, 225 Avenida Calafia, San Clemente. sanoparks.org.

THURSDAY | 10

LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER

7 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Violet Iris will perform. StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point. 949.661.6003. danapointstillwater.com.

WHAT’S HAPPENING AHEAD FRIDAY | 11

RAMPS & REELS

4-10 p.m. The inaugural Ramps & Reels, a two-day skating event, will hit Domingo Avenue in Doheny Village on Friday, Aug. 11, and Saturday, Aug. 12, from 2-10 p.m. The event will feature a public street course, food trucks, drinks and film screenings. Domingo Avenue, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

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At the Movies: ‘Barbie’ Goes Full Party

BY MEGAN BIANCO, DANA POINT TIMES

During the whole, epic promotion for Greta Gerwig’s much-anticipated Barbie , inspired by the legendary toy doll, I kept thinking: “Warner Bros. must have some serious faith in this comedy for them to go allout with their marketing budget.”

If the packed screening rooms and parking lots of movie theaters the past two weeks are anything to go by, the studio shouldn’t have anything to worry about. In fact, most viewers probably won’t have anything to worry about, if they don’t think too hard about the plot, themes and message of the new comedy.

After all, it’s Barbie! The personification of fun, beauty, brains and success. It would be pretty hard to fail making a movie about such a childhood icon.

In this Barbie movie, Barbie (Margot Robbie) is suddenly hit with an exis -

tential crisis that she can’t shake. The more it dwells on her, the more she realizes how flawed she truly is.

“Weird Barbie” (Kate McKinnon) gives her an ultimatum of leaving the perfection of Barbieland for the real world to find which girl playing with a Barbie doll is influencing her mood swing.

Barbie’s would-be, himbo suitor Ken (Ryan Gosling) tags along because of his own desperation to be involved with her romantically.

Barbie succeeds on virtually all technical levels. It’s a comedy with funny jokes and gags. The set design and costumes are effective eye candy. The concept and direction eclipse what Olivia Wilde previously attempted with her ill-fated Don’t Worry, Darling (2022).

The cast members are having a blast with the material, especially Gosling. Will Ferrell’s presence, though redun -

MICHIGAN RATTLERS

BY COLLIN BREAUX , DANA POINT TIMES

When Michigan Rattlers take the stage at The Coach House on Sunday, Aug. 6, the concert will be their first time playing at the San Juan Capistrano venue.

Guitarist Graham Young said the upcoming show is part of a West Coast tour for the band—who, in case it wasn’t obvious from their name, are indeed from Michigan.

The rock band will play in a “fair amount” of places they haven’t previously performed during their coastal stretch on the road.

Young said Michigan Rattlers have been a band for “a little while,” having formed in 2015. The band members grew up together in northern Michigan and initially played Creedence Clearwater Revival covers while still in high school.

From there, Young’s bandmates went their separate ways in college. That was until he reunited them after crafting original music.

“I had a batch of songs and wanted to get the band back together,” he said.

Young describes the band’s sound as firmly rock and roll. They’re not hard rock or heavy metal, though. Their sound is calmer and has folk and country touches.

Young even admits that aspects of their songs can be considered to have singer-songwriter touches—a trait evident on their 2016 song “Illinois Sky.” With a rollicking but mellow energy, the tune would make a great soundtrack when driving through country back roads.

The band members like to have fun with their music and aim to take songs and expand on those tunes for live shows.

“That’s the reason why we started in the first place, to play live,” Young said.

The symbiotic relationship the band has with audiences, who react to the songs and provide ambience, makes Michigan Rattlers’ job easy, he added.

The band played outside of Detroit before the San Juan stop and will perform in the Midwest after The Coach House show. Getting the chance to tour the United States is “awesome,” Young said.

As if that won’t keep Michigan Rattlers busy enough, the band is also in the mid-

dant, is spiritually appropriate to his roles in Jon Favreau’s Elf (2003) and Phil Lord and Chris Miller’s The Lego Movie (2014).

There are plenty of clever references for pop culture junkies, particularly on ’90s culture. The catchy soundtrack is filled with stars including Cyndi Lauper, Indigo Girls, Spice Girls, Dua Lipa, Lizzo, Charli XCX and Billie Eilish.

Maybe it’s my age or the fact that I watch a ton of movies, but I didn’t think the gender politics or commen -

tary was fresh and, if anything, felt dated.

As an older millennial, much like Gerwig, who grew up when Amy Heckerling’s Clueless (1995) and Robert Luketic’s Legally Blonde (2001) were initially released, I feel that if Barbie had been made 20 years ago, the execution would have been exactly the same.

Nevertheless, Gerwig and Co. must be doing something right to have made the biggest movie in the world. DP

dle of recording a new album. Young said they’ve already laid down some tracks in Nashville.

“It’s really good,” Young said of the upcoming album. “It’s been a couple of years since our last release.”

Working on new material is always simultaneously exciting and a little scary, he continued.

Young attributes the Michigan Rattlers’ success in such a short time to their grassroots efforts and building a fan base through their concerts. DP

SHOW DETAILS

What: Michigan Rattlers

When: Sunday, Aug. 6. Doors open at 5 p.m.; concert starts at 7 p.m.

Where: 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano

For tickets or more info: thecoachhouse.com. Tickets are $20.

Photo: Courtesy of Mattel Inc./Warner Bros.

Rock band Michigan Rattlers will make their Coach House debut on Sunday, Aug. 6 as part of a West Coast tour.

Photo: Courtesy of Cory Rappaport

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TS No: CA08000309-23-1 APN: 672-061-32 TO No: 230101963-CA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) (2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED March 13, 2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On September 13, 2023 at 01:30 PM, at the North front entrance to the County Courthouse at 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on March 19, 2008 as Instrument No. 2008000128397, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Orange County, California, executed by RALPH A. WILKERSON AND ALLENE R. WILKERSON, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as Beneficiary, as nominee for GOLD REVERSE, INC. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 33781 CABRILLO ISLE, DANA POINT, CA 92629 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $6,903,814.67 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you

are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property.

Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call Nationwide Posting & Publication at 916.939.0772 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Website www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08000309-23-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Notice to Tenant NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021

You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916.939.0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case CA08000309-23-1 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

Date: July 10, 2023 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08000309-23-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 711 949.252.8300

By: Bernardo Sotelo, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.nationwideposting. com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION

PLEASE CALL: Nationwide Posting & Publication AT 916.939.0772 NPP0437615 To: DANA POINT

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T.S. No. 0125002192 Loan No. Enterprise APN: 629401-06; 629-401-02; 629-401-03; 629-401-04; 629101-13; 629-101-12 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES AND RENTS, SECURITY AGREEMENT AND FIXTURE FILING DATED 8/22/2018. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 8/21/2023 at 1:30 PM At the North front entrance to the County Courthouse at 700 Civic Center West, Santa Ana, CA 92701, Old Republic Title Company, a California corporation, as the duly appointed Trustee under the Deed of Trust, Assignment of Leases and Rents, Security Agreement and Fixture Filing recorded on 8/23/2018, as Instrument No. 2018000310188, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Orange County, California, executed by: Enterprise Office Owner LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, as Trustor, Acore Capital Mortgage, LP, a Delaware limited partnership, in its capacity as Administrative Agent for the Lenders, as Lender/Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States by cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in the state) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California, describing the land therein: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. The street address or other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 65, 75, 77, 98, 95, 101 & 103 Enterprise Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made is an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by the Deed of Trust, to wit: $129,537,597.89 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or

more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 0125002192. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. For sales conducted after January 1, 2021: NOTICE

TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase.

First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 0125002192 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee.

Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. This property which is subject to this Notice of Sale does not fall within the purview of California Civil Code Section 2923.5. The present beneficiary under the Deed of Trust has elected to conduct a unified foreclosure sale pursuant to the provisions of California Commercial Code Section 9604(a)(1)(B). See “Schedule I” attached for description of personal property. Date: 7/18/2023 Old Republic Title Company, as Trustee 1000 Burnett Avenue, Suite #400 Concord, California 94520 (866)248-9598 by: Debbie Jackson, Vice President NPP0437998 To: DANA POINT TIMES 07/28/2023, 08/04/2023, 08/11/2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

20236666600

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

ABRAMSON AUDIOLOGY

30320 RANCHO VIEJO ROAD, STE 104 SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA 92675

Full Name of Registrant(s):

HEAR NOW

33292 ASTORIA STREET

DANA POINT, CA 92629

This business is conducted by a CA Corporation

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 05/02/2004

HEAR NOW/s/DOUGLAS ABRAMSON CFO

HEAR NOW, DOUGLAS ABRAMSON CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 06/28/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times July 28, August 4, 11, 18, 2023

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 30-2023-01325606-CU-PT_CJC

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Nahid Birjandi Colton filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name

NAHID BIRJANDI COLTON

Proposed Name

NAHID BIRJANDI

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing

Date: 08/22/2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: D100

Room: Remote Appearance. The address of the court is: North Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92071. (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the courts website, go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-my-court.htm.)

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive

weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Dana Point Times

Date: 07/11/2023

JUDGE LAYNE H. MELZER, Judge of the Superior Court

Published: Dana Point Times July 28, August 4, 11, 18, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

20236668074

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

DAMN GOOD PLANT GOODS

33941 PEQUITO DRIVE

DANA POINT, CA 92629

Full Name of Registrant(s):

DAMN GOOD BAKED GOODS, LLC

33941 PEQUITO DRIVE

DANA POINT, CA 92629

This business is conducted by a CA Limited Liability Company

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: n/a

DAMN GOOD BAKED GOODS, LLC/s/MOLLY HOPKINS, MOLLY HOPKINS MANAGING MEMBER/MANAGER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 07/18/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023

In Memoriam: Connie Axen

Longtime resident and former City of Laguna Niguel Planning Commissioner, Connie Axen, passed away on June 25th, 2023.

Friends and loved ones are invited to Connie’s Celebration of Life on Wednesday, August 9th, 2023, from 5

GUEST OPINION | Eat My Words by Cheryl Pruett

Dining with Dogs: Chow Down with Fido

Dog days of summer. It refers to the hottest days of summer, officially mid-July through August. However, every day is dog day for restaurant owners who cater to pooches and dog owners that treat their furry friends.

In the dining world, it’s appropriate to spend time with your favorite furry friend. Enjoy the food and socialization. Keep in mind, you don’t have to own a dog to benefit from dog watching instead of people watching.

Here’s a tiny sampling of dog-friendly restaurants in Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano.

DANA POINT

Harpoon Henry’s Seafood Restaurant

34555 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 949.493.2933. harpoonhenrys.com.

An extended patio with 20 tables is designated for dogs. Each table with a dog guest gets a bowl of water.

“A lot of people take advantage of this,” said Sandra Brown, hostess. “It’s a ‘dogdom,’ and it’s up to the pet parent if they want to order for their dog off the regular menu.”

Enjoy pet companionship, harbor/ ocean views and select from Harpoon

Henry’s seafood menu and variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and more.

the front side of the patio,” said Kortney Jones, general manager.

Coming soon, she added, is a pup cup and Project Social dog bandanas.

sees a lot of dogs drop in with owners. Doggie water bowls are available. While dogs lap it up, owners can order from breakfast, lunch and dinner menus.

The Dog Pawrk Brewing Company 27122 Paseo Espada (off Ortega Hwy), San Juan Capistrano, 949.652.3379. thedogpawrk.beer.

BY CHERYL PRUETT

The Coffee Importers Scoop Deck & Deli 34531 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 949.493.7773. coffeeimporters.com.

Next door to Harpoon Henry’s, Coffee Importers is another hangout for dogs and their owners. The patio for the coffee and café draws crowds and makes great dog watching while you eat or sip a cup.

Dog owners have been known to order lox or a side of turkey off the menu for their furry pals. People take advantage of specialty coffees, pastries, bagels, salads, traditional sandwiches, smoothies and more.

Project Social

24040 Camino del Avion (Monarch Beach Promenade), Dana Point. 949.424.2288. projectsocial.us.

Yes, to the dog.

“We have dog-friendly areas all along

While dining with your pooch, the “people” menu will make your mouth drool with offers of brioche French toast, a breakfast 50/50 burger of sausage and brisket, a variety of flatbreads, salads and veggie options.

SAN CLEMENTE

Sunrise Café

701 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.498.6379. thesunrisecafesc.com.

It’s patio dining all the way, with bowls of water on request. Dog treats are available. The regular menu is packed with breakfast items from eggs Benedict to omelets.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

Hennessey’s Tavern

31761 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.441.4777. hennesseystavern.com.

A trifecta of patios—all winners— awaits pooches. Choose from three patios—front, middle or back.

“The back patio with umbrellas is really popular,” said Leah Porth, a server, who

Sudoku

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Every week, the Dana Point Times will showcase a historical photo from around the city. If you have a photo you would like to submit for consideration, send the photo, your name for credit as well as the date and location of the photo to sraymundo@picketfencemedia.com

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The mere name and dog logo says a mouthful. On-leash and well-behaved dogs welcomed. Enjoy a “beer” with your dog. The “best buds beer,” aka bone broth. You’ll find self-serve water station with bowls for dogs.

Dog “menu” purchases includes cookies, bully sticks, non-rawhide (beef cheek) bones, and sweet pawtatoe treats. Other pet items include dog hoodies and leashes. The beer-centric Dog Pawrk Brewing offers special food nights, food trucks and music.

Cheryl Pruett is an award-winning journalist and editor, having covered Orange County city and county topics to the food scene for Orange County Register, Patch.com and local magazines. She has called Dana Point/Capistrano Beach home for more than 30 years. DP

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DANA POINT TIMES

Four-month-old Pippa is surely one of the sweetest kittens you are likely to meet. Playful and affectionate, she loves to meet new people. She gets along with the other kittens and wouldn’t mind a feline friend or two. With a sweetheart like Pippa, you can’t go wrong.

If you are interested in adopting Pippa, please visit petprojectfoundation.org/adoptions/ to download an adoption application form. Completed forms can be emailed to animalservices@scdpanimalshelter.org, and you will be contacted about making an interaction appointment.

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Courtesy of the Dana Point Historical Society

Dana Wharf Fish Report

Bass fishing surges with warm temperatures

Every week, Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching provides the Dana Point Times and San Clemente Times with a report on the week’s fishing from Captain Brian Woolley, in addition to the weekly fish count. Here is Captain Woolley’s report for the past week’s action:

More good stuff going on here this week. Super busy schedule, and fish biting in a lot of different zones.

Half-day action has been great with 70to 72-degree water along the beach. Good condition and good water temperatures made bass fishing good again. Fly-lined baits, rubber lures and the hard baits all caught fish. There was plenty of action, as well, for the new anglers or the rent rod folk. There were also a few halibut catches for the guys soaking baits on the bottom. We’re seeing some yellowtail in a couple half-day zones. They’re big leery fish, so, the ones we’ve hooked have been on wrong tackle. But we did get one 41-pounder on the Clemente this week, so, those things are around.

The three-quarter-day is pretty much the same scenario as half-day with good bass fishing stretching through Camp Pendleton. We’re seeing some yellowtail down there, too.

Off the beach at San Clemente Island and Catalina Island, there’s good bass action, some barracuda and bonito. The New San Mateo fished 5-5 at San Clemente Island on Saturday, July 29. Speed was 18 knots there and back. They had great bass fishing there and saw more yellowtail. Such a cool deal having the range and speed to fish there on an all-day trip. We fished on Friday at Catalina Island and had good bass fishing despite the sea lions. Ugh.

And then how about Captain Christian on the LexSea and the double jig strike on the albacore? Crazy cool. He said, as he was winding the second jig in, it got bit multiple times before a second fish finally stuck to it. Does that mean they clipped an edge of a school or same fish trying to eat and finally got hooked? So cool. Also worth noting, there were big bluefin 200-pounders in our zone the

last few days, too. That’s a bit big for our day-to-day anglers, but skiff guys were on it good.

With the end of July came the end of Dana Wharf’s catch-and-release saltwater bass tournament, and there was no change on the leaderboard since the last update. Bryan Gunther led the way with a 6.98-pound bass, and Mark Ator was in second with a 5.8-pound bass.

For more information on trips, visit danawharf.com.

HERE ARE THE LATEST FISH COUNTS FROM DANA WHARF SPORTFISHING & WHALE WATCHING:

Aug. 1—6 boats, 153 anglers: 204 calico bass, 55 sand bass, 8 sheephead, 4 sculpin, 1 halibut, 770 bass released.

July 31—9 boats, 210 anglers: 270 calico bass, 51 sand bass, 27 sheephead, 19 barracuda, 10 whitefish, 5 blue perch, 3 rockfish, 1 sculpin, 1 bonito, 1 treefish, 1,016 bass released.

July 30—7 boats, 236 anglers: 5 bluefin tuna, 81 calico bass, 38 sand bass, 30 rockfish, 14 sheephead, 5 bocaccio, 4 sculpin, 2 halibut, 2 whitefish, 785 bass released.

July 29—9 boats, 271 anglers: 1 yellowtail, 211 calico bass, 120 rockfish, 47 sand bass, 32 blue perch, 28 white-

fish, 13 sheephead, 9 bonito, 5 sculpin, 5 vermilion rockfish, 4 barracuda, 895 bass released.

July 28—9 boats, 237 anglers: 2 albacore tuna, 1 bluefin tuna, 212 calico bass, 40 sheephead, 27 whitefish, 19 sand bass, 11 blue perch, 3 barracuda, 3 treefish, 2 sculpin, 2 bonito, 2 halibut, 602 bass released.

July 27—7 boats, 159 anglers: 3 bluefin tuna, 142 calico bass, 48 sand bass, 34 sheephead, 29 rockfish, 23 whitefish, 5 bonito, 4 barracuda, 1 halibut, 630 calico bass released. DP

Halibut caught on a half-day trip on the Dana Pride.

Photo Courtesy of Dana Wharf Sportfishing

THE U.S. OPEN OF SURFING IS HERE

With huge World Tour implications for local surfers, all eyes will be on Huntington Beach this weekend

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

Alot of surfing is going to go down in Huntington Beach by the time you read this, but here we go. The U.S. Open of Surfing has officially arrived, accompanied by the hopes of several local surfers who have been eyeing this moment all year long.

Starting things off with a bang, San Clemente’s Cole Houshmand has officially qualified for the 2024 WSL Championship Tour after winning his first heat of the Open. Winning the past two Challenger Series events, he currently fronts the men’s ratings and has now clinched his spot on tour next year, when he will join fellow San Clemente surfer Griffin Colapinto.

“The last three nights I couldn’t sleep; I’ve never been so nervous to make a heat,” Houshmand said afterward. “A lot of emotions. All that hard work paying off. All the sacrifices. The good and the bad. The wins and the losses. I had one of my hardest years last year, and I think everything happens for a reason; I’m super stoked I stuck with it.

And speaking of Colapinto, it’s also been announced in recent days that he clinched a spot in the upcoming WSL Finals at Lowers, as well as at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

“So excited to finally make the WSL Final 5 and qualify for the 2024 Olympics,” Colapinto shared on Instagram. “It’s been quite the journey. Thank you to the people that have believed in me all this time. Life is a roller coaster!”

A critical event in the WSL’s Challenger

GROM OF THE WEEK

KOA MOREHEAD

BY JAKE HOWARD

Koa Morehead is rolling! Literally. Focusing his energy on skating lately, he’s had a whirlwind of a year so far, and it’s only half over.

Koa kicked off the year at the Amateur Skate League Nationals Championships held in Lakeland, Florida, where he walked away as the national champ in the 8- to 12-year-old park division. An extremely well-rounded skater, he also finished second in the Bowl and fourth in Street.

Most recently, Koa was in Colorado for the Heart of the Rockies Rampage 2023. A wizard in the park, once again

Series, in terms of valuable ratings points, the Open is the biggest, most important contest in North America. One of only six Challenger Series events in 2023, at season’s end, the top 10 men and top five women will graduate to the exclusive WSL Championship Tour.

As far as the 2023 U.S. Open goes, Houshmand has already done the hard work; meanwhile, things are a little more dicey for his peers.

Going into the Open, Kade Matson sat fifth on the Challenger Series. Unfortunately, he came up short on opening day and will now look to the final two events of the season to make his mark.

Veteran Kolohe Andino, who’s been instrumental in rallying the next generation, also bowed out on opening day.

Sitting right at the cut line in 10th on the Challenger Series is Jett Schilling. Looking for a big result in Huntington, he aced his opening day to advance into the Round of 32. Crosby Colapinto has also been waiting all year for this opportunity, and it showed when he posted one of the highest heat scores of the opening round.

On the women’s side of the draw, young Bella Kenworthy headed to Huntington with something to prove. A gifted skateboarder, she’s previously competed in the skate events at the Open, but this year she found herself in the main surf event.

Ranked 10th on the Challenger Series, a solid result will slingshot her into the Championship Tour qualification conversation.

Also making her presence known on

he came away with a big win in the 12 and Under Park division. Punching above his weight, he also won the Park amateur division, where he squared off against all ages.

When he’s not winning competitions and stomping 540s, you can find Koa skating down in Vista at the California Training Facility or the Vans skatepark in Huntington Beach. He’s also been putting in time on the vert ramp, which is sure to be another weapon in his arsenal.

And now that the ocean’s finally warmed up, Koa and his twin brothers, Tosh and Mason, have been hitting the beach and enjoying the sun and surf when he’s not skating.

If you have a candidate for Grom of

Day 1 was Kirra Pinkerton, who progressed out of her opening heat. Currently ranked 23rd on the Challenger Series, she has some work to do, but she’s enjoyed considerable competitive success in Huntington over the years and should draw some comfort and confidence from that.

As of press time, the women’s Round of 32 hadn’t taken the water yet, but that’s when San Clemente’s top-rated female, Sawyer Lindblad, who sits seventh on the Challenger Series, will face Kenworthy, Canadian sensation Erin Brooks and Aussie Bronte Macaulay.

In terms of the surf we can expect to see this weekend, Surfline’s calling for a

mix of moderate southwest ground swell and northwest wind swell. It’s forecasted that the surf will hang in the waist- to chest-high zone on Friday, Aug. 4, with a little bump in size going into Saturday, Aug. 5.

Jake Howard is a local surfer and freelance writer who lives in San Clemente. A former editor at Surfer magazine, The Surfer’s Journal and ESPN, today he writes for several publications, including Picket Fence Media, Surfline and the World Surf League. He also works with philanthropic organizations such as the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center and the Positive Vibe Warriors Foundation. DP

SURF FORECAST

Water Temperature: 70-72 Degrees

Water Visibility: 7-10’

the Week, we want to know. Send an email to jakehoward1@gmail.com. DP

If you have a candidate for Grom of the Week, we want to know. Send an email to jakehoward1@gmail.com.

Outlook: The swell combo peaks Friday morning, putting more spots in waist to chest high surf, (3-4’). Those waves gradually taper off over the weekend, with most spots back in thigh to stomach high surf, (2-3’+) by Sunday. Light+ sideshore winds Friday morning will rise to moderate west winds in the afternoon. Mainly light+ onshores due through the weekend.

Koa Morehead. Photo: Courtesy of Caden Browning

Cole Houshmand surfs in Heat 4 of the Opening Round at the U.S. Open of Surfing on Monday, July 31, at Huntington Beach. Photo: Courtesy of Kenny Morris/World Surf League