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INSIDE: Military Support Group Benefits from Halloween Display EYE ON DP/PAGE 4
Tom Blake Checks in with Couples He Wrote About in 2009 DP LIVING/PAGE 8
Elephants on Parade
Public Art Installment Returns to Dana Point After 8 Years E Y E O N D P / PAG E 3
Artist Laura Seeley (left) and Dana Point Councilmember Mike Frost (right) stand with the “Sea the Point” elephant sculpture near Waterman’s Harbor. Photo: Lillian Boyd
Public Meetings Announced for STRs and Redistricting
Editor’s Pick: Spooky Treat Trolley
Weisen’s TD After Father’s Death Highlights DHHS Win
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GETTING OUT/PAGE 6
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The “Sea the Point” elephant sculpture now sits near Waterman’s Harbor and Jon’s Fish Market in Dana Point Harbor. Photo: Lillian Boyd
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pore and Dubai, among others. “There was a lot of goodwill at that time,” Yarger previously said of the 2013 exhibition in Dana Point. “I believe there’s a desire for that goodwill now.” Earlier this year, Yarger spearheaded “Encore for the Elephants”—a public initiative that encouraged people to share experiences, memories and photos of their visits with the Elephant Parade or elephant statues. Yarger says he is sometimes stopped by strangers who will ask him about the elephants or share their own photos and experiences with him. “With art on the street, and particularly with the elephants, people ask questions like ‘What is that? Why is that here?’” said Yarger. “Of course, there’s a subjective measurement of what art is, and each of the artists had a metaphorical reason for the compositional content of the art. But it gets people to ask questions, start conversations and connect.” Over the next several weeks, 25 unique elephant creations migrated into positions in the city, concentrated in Dana Point’s historical Lantern District, with others also installed in Doheny Village, Capistrano Beach, Waterman’s Park and Dana Point Harbor. Councilmember Mike Frost, whose district represents Yarger’s place of business and residency, has helped further the initiative for the Elephant Parade. He says it is important as a city official to assess community support and potentially develop production of public art events each year.
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See the Elephants: Elephant Parade Returns to Dana Point After 8 Years BY LILLIAN BOYD, DANA POINT TIMES
Dana Point is now hosting a herd of elephants—a herd of painted elephant sculptures for the return of the Elephant Parade. The Elephant Parade, a Netherlands-based social enterprise exhibition company, has once again chosen Dana Point for the launch of its efforts to bring attention to saving the Asian elephant from extinction and supporting elephant welfare and environmental concerns worldwide. Artists and celebrities have come together creating unique designs on the 5-foot-tall, baby-size elephant sculptures, many with coastal, environmental and ocean themes. Supporting inspirational designs have come from Lily Tomlin, Cesar Millan and Khloé Kardashian, as well as local, national, and internationally recognized artists including LA-based artists Alexandra Nechita, Sona Mirzaei and Olivia De Berardinis. The Elephant Parade company and programme was founded more than 15 years ago after a baby elephant named Mosha Dana Point Times October 29-November 4, 2021
had stepped on a land mine. Thanks to veterinary care over several years— partly funded by the efforts of Elephant Parade—Mosha was provided with a prosthetic leg. She is now 15 years old. “Elephant Parade public exhibitions on streets throughout the world bring attention to the plight of the Asian elephant, which is 95% extinct due to loss of habitat and human encroachment,” said Dana Yarger, owner of Dana Bay Gallery. This is the second exhibition presented by Elephant Parade in Dana Point, one of only five cities in the world that have hosted the exhibition more than once. Its 2013 version—which Yarger helped in organizing—attracted international attention and reported more than 250,000 visits for the two-month exhibition. Exhibitions of the sort have appeared in more than 40 cities in 20 countries, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, three cities in mainland China, three cities in Brazil, the United Kingdom, Spain, France, SingaPage 3
“While I personally believe this type of event complements what we already do very well, the question is if we can build an organization of volunteers and sponsors who feel the same,” Frost said. Frost says he witnessed firsthand how the elephants inspired joy among both children and adults, as well as both residents and tourists. “It is important to support art and culture within the community,” Frost said.“For this project specifically, we intend to recapture the excitement of the original event and lead effort to attract appropriate walk-about outdoor tourism back to Dana Point.” While several city leaders were instrumental in the effort, including City Manager Mike Killebrew and Mayor Jamey Federico, Frost notes that the return of the Elephant Parade was not a city-funded event. Multiple volunteers, as well as key sponsors within the community, facilitated this eight-week event, Frost added. One of the 25 elephants situated in Dana Point includes Laura Seeley’s “Sea the Point” sculpture. Seeley owns Laura Seeley Studio & Best Friends Art Gallery in Dana Point, neighboring Gallery Dana Bay. Through her elephant sculpture, Seeley tied in the region’s relationship to marine life. Seeley transformed a 6-foot-tall, fiberglass elephant statue into an amalgamation of two of the world’s largest land and sea mammals—the Asian elephant and the blue whale. The eyes of the two creatures sit side-by-side, as Seeley wrapped the elephant’s frame with a portrait of a whale. The sculpture also features a painted poem Seeley wrote about the plight the two species share: “Magnificence. Fair elephants. Fair whales. Each a prize. And some assume these babies bloom, grow up, grow old and wise. Ideally, the plan should be that elephants keep walking … that whales spray and dolphins play … but challenges come stalking.” Seeley says the poem is one of her proudest works of art. “This piece and its poem mark both these gentle giants, while encouraging us to see the point in empathetically respecting all animals and our environment,” Seeley said. Earlier this year, “Sea the Point” was featured in a drive-in showing of the documentary Wild Daze in Los Angeles. The film highlighted the growing threats to natural life in Sub-Saharan Africa. In addition to existing elephant creations, local artists adding to the Elephant Parade collection include Chariya Bissonette, Robin Hiers, Steve Adam, Thomas Clark and Taya Buehler-Reagan. Altogether, the exhibition is expected to span eight weeks before the elephants wander on a national tour. Gallery Dana Bay will serve as the California Dreaming Elephant Parade host and headquarters. “Find them all. Where the people are the parade!” Yarger said. danapointtimes.com
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City of Dana Point Announces Public Meetings on Short-Term Rentals and Redistricting BY LILLIAN BOYD, DANA POINT TIMES
City of Dana Point will hold two important public meetings in November to gain feedback on its short-term rental program and the redistricting process. A Short-Term Rental Program public meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 8. The City of Dana Point created a ShortTerm Rental (STR) program in 2016. In its first year, more than 200 permits were acquired and operating in the city. In 2017, following a public referendum, the city council stopped issuing new short-term rental permits, but has allowed those with existing permits to renew and operate annually. In September 2020, at the Dana Point City Council’s direction, the Planning Commission began developing updates to the existing Short-Term Rental (STR) program. After evaluating short-term rentals, the city is now collecting community input in an effort to ensure the program serves both residents and vacationers. Short-term rentals are defined as entire residential houses or apartments, or rooms within, that are rented out to visitors for a fee between one and 29 consecutive days. Short-term rentals are often arranged on websites such as Airbnb, HomeAway or Vacation Rentals by Owner (Vrbo). A Short-Term Rental Subcommittee had first met in April 2018 to evaluate and update municipal code regulations pertaining to short-term rentals (STRs).
Military Support Group Benefits from Halloween Display BY LILLIAN BOYD, DANA POINT TIMES
The Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group (DPSG) is the beneficiary of a unique Pirates of the Caribbean display at the “Stanley Haus,” located at 8 Oak Ridge Circle in Aliso Viejo. The Stanley family, longtime supporters and “Friends of the Fifth,” created the Disney-inspired display to entertain local communities and support DPSG by collecting donations from those who come to enjoy this fantastic site. The colorful front yard displays are fully animated and brightly lit at night. Dana Point Times October 29-November 4, 2021
Short-term rentals are often arranged on websites such as Airbnb, HomeAway or Vacation Rentals by Owner (Vrbo). Photo: Lillian Boyd
required to hold four public hearings on the matter—the July 20 hearing being the second one. The first two hearings are to occur prior to draft maps. Subsequently, two public hearings must occur after draft or proposed maps for redistricting are prepared. “Every 10 years, we go through this process,” said Todd Tatum, with the NDC, during the July 20 meeting.“Any city within the state of California that is by-district election, we have to review the demographics and make sure they’re in balance.” According to preliminary data presented by Tatum, there were no significant concentrations of Latino, African American, Asian American or Native American residents. “We want to define your neighborhoods, and that’s where the city council and the public can really help,” Tatum said.“We want to define where your communities are. We want you to come out like you did two years ago and tell us about your neighborhoods and communities.” Tatum added that minimal changes, if any, to the city’s districting maps are anticipated, as the population has not significantly changed since 2010. Once final census data is available, it will be possible to determine if the districts have become unbalanced and need to be adjusted. Federal and state guidelines call for district maps to be of equal population, to be compliant with the Federal Voting Rights Act, and to not have racial gerrymandering. California criteria call for city districts to be geographically contiguous, to include undivided neighborhoods or communities of interest, to have easily identifiable boundaries and to be compact. Comments and maps drawn by the public for consideration may be emailed to comment@danapoint.org with subject: Redistricting.
California Coastal Commission (CCC) staff met with the subcommittee in February 2020, when it was reportedly suggested that the city develop an STR pilot program that would allow for regulations, community compatibility and coastal access. Ultimately, the program would still require CCC approval of a coastal development permit (CDP). As of October 1, 2021, there are 129 STR permits operating in Dana Point. In September 2020, the Planning Commission began developing updates to the existing Short-Term Rental (STR) program. Public input is requested on proposed changes to the current STR program to ensure the program works for both residents and visitors. To discuss potential changes, there will be a public webinar meeting on Monday, November 8, at 6 p.m. To join, find the webinar link in the online version of this article
or call 1.699.900.6833. This will be the first in a series of public meetings. To be added to the interested parties list for upcoming meetings, email str@danapoint.org. A public meeting on the redistricting process will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, November 16, during a Dana Point City Council meeting. The City of Dana Point is undergoing the redistricting process as required by state law following the 2020 Census. Draft maps, provided by National Demographics Corporation (NDC), will be available for public review and input on or before Tuesday, November 9. To view the draft maps online and review the redistricting process, visit bit.ly/DPDistricting. Because state law requires a process to explore redistricting following a U.S. Census, held every 10 years, city officials held a public hearing on Tuesday, July 20, to explore the process. In total, the city is
The pirate scenarios utilize several neighboring properties on the cul-desac, and children living there dress up as Pirates and offer hot cocoa and treats to weekend visitors. The Stanley home can be located by following this link: goo.gl/maps/JR3ncuy5NusErcA69. The DPSG is a nonprofit organization comprised of grassroots volunteers who support servicemembers and their families from the 5th Marine Regiment and the Wounded Warriors Battalion West at Camp Pendleton. It currently has over 350 volunteers from all walks of life. Ages vary from high schoolers to senior citizens and everyone in between. For more information or to become a volunteer or to donate, visit their website, danapoint5thmarines.com.
A Halloween display at the “Stanley Haus” in Aliso Viejo has raised awareness and money for the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group. Photo: Courtesy of DPSG
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South County Transportation Cooperative Agreement a Win-Win for Everyone
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raffic congestion and relief in South County have been the subject of much discussion and debate for many years. Delivering real and viable solutions to ease traffic and relieve congestion along our highways and major arterials has long been a top priority for me. As past chair and current board member of the Orange County Transportation Authority and Transportation Corridor Agencies, I have collaborated with key stakeholders and led efforts to analyze and study a multitude of options that could potentially provide short- and long-term solutions to South County’s traffic issues. I am pleased to announce BARTLETT BULLETIN that those efforts BY LISA BARTLETT have paid off and South Orange County residents are now one step closer to spending more time doing the things they love, and less time stuck in traffic! Recently, I convened a working group of key stakeholders to create local transportation solutions and discuss congestion relief projects. This collaborative effort resulted in the County of Orange, Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) and the City of San Clemente signing a Cooperative Agreement to
support three transportation projects identified and recommended in the 2020 South County Traffic Relief Effort study, as follows: • Construction of the Los Patrones Parkway Extension as a non-tolled county arterial from its current terminus at Cow Camp Road to Avenida La Pata in San Clemente • OCTA and Caltrans efforts to complete high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane improvements on Interstate 5 between Avenida Pico and the San Diego County line • The Ortega Highway (SR-74) Widening Project in San Juan Capistrano from two lanes to four lanes between Calle Entradero and the city/county border The Cooperative Agreement was crafted utilizing data from the Foothill Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency (F/ETCA) traffic study, which indicated regional traffic concerns could largely be alleviated by a three-pronged transportation solution. The results of the traffic study were unanimously approved by the Board of Directors for both the Foothill Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency and the Orange County Transportation Authority. The signing of the Cooperative Agreement was significant in that it brought
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about loud vehicles on our neighborhood street. We live on a street referred to as the Dana Dips. Cars and motorcycles regularly rev their very-loud engines and take off down our road, disturbing the peace of our neighborhood. I have been told that there is nothing to be done unless the exhaust is modified. I am well aware of the existing ordinances. What is needed is bold action like that taken by the San Clemente Council. It’s time to restore the “Beach Cities Mellow Vibe” and protect our citizens from decibel assault.
DECIBEL ASSAULT GEORGE BOSSON, Dana Point I read with interest the article addressing the divergent actions being taken by San Clemente and Dana Point regarding gas-powered leaf blowers. I am not surprised that Dana Point City Council has taken no action, as opposed to San Clemente’s positive action to protect the peacefulness of our neighborhoods. The noise levels of gas leaf blowers and loud vehicles are an assault to our nervous systems. For months, I have been pleading with our councilmember and the Chief of Police in Dana Point to do something
JAKE’S PERSPECTIVE CHRISTIE MACLEAN, San Clemente Without Jake Howard, we would get one side of the story. Don’t we deserve and you want balance in the news you publish? Page 5
together key stakeholders to create a local solution to transportation needs, rather than allowing the state to set restrictions through legislation. In addition, the agreement assures the City of San Clemente’s support for the Los Patrones Parkway Extension, a non-tolled county arterial, by conforming its General Plan to allow for the new road. Furthermore, the agreement protects existing open space and conservation easements in San Clemente by ensuring no transportation projects will be constructed within that space, while at the same time allows for major transportation projects in South County that will deliver mobility solutions. I am more than pleased with the outcome of this local, collaborative process and the resulting benefits in terms of traffic relief. With South County’s population and employment growth expected to increase over the next several years, I will continue to monitor our transportation needs and look forward to reviewing the recommendations from OCTA’s South Orange County Multimodal Transportation Study. Lisa Bartlett sits on the Orange County Board of Supervisors, representing the 5th District. She was reelected in 2018. DP PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the DP Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the DP Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@danapointtimes.com.
Jake brings a perspective that challenges many peoples’ thinking on the environment. We must open our minds by looking at various viewpoints before we come to our opinions. Taking into consideration ethics, and not just profit, wouldn’t hurt, either.
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will feature a beach start and finish. Event will be conducted in heats of 10-15, with top paddlers from each heat advancing to a final. The Baby Beach Bolt Team Relay is a short, 250-meter course that each person in a 4-person relay will complete. Team names are a must. Uniforms or costumes are recommended. Each team must have at least one female, one person older than 40, and one person under 18. You may have a team of all females (no other requirements). You may have a team of all 40+ (no other requirements). You may have a team of all younger than 18 (no other requirements). Visit danapointharborhoot.com/ registration-form to register or for additional information. Performance Paddling, 34451 Ensenada Place, Dana Point.
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FRIDAY | 29 SOUTH COAST FARMS U PICK WEEKENDS 9 a.m.-4 p.m. South Coast Farms, a small family-owned business that farms off Ortega Highway at Tree of Life Nursery, will host U Pick events on the weekends (Fridays-Sundays) in October. All the crops grown are now open to the public to pick their own fruits and vegetables, without reservations needed. In October, visitors can pick strawberries, watermelons and cantaloupe; spaghetti, acorn, delicata and butternut winter squashes; zucchini squash, romaine lettuce, red leaf lettuce, radishes, turnips, and, soon, carrots and green beans. South Coast Farms encourages people to come out and pick their own food and enjoy an old-fashioned day of fall harvest. Tree of Life Nursery, 33201 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. 949.661.9381. southcoastfarms.com. SAN ONOFRE PARKS FOUNDATION POP-UP SHOP 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Historic Cottage and Visitor Center showcases local history, flora and fauna at this original 1934 ranger’s cottage. A rotating exhibit features the history of San Onofre. Stop in to the San Onofre Parks Foundation’s Pop-Up Shop to say hello, do a little shopping and learn more about the history of the local state parks at San Clemente and San Onofre State Beaches. Historic Cottage and Visitor Center is located within the San Clemente State Beach Campground at 225 Avenida Calafia, San Clemente. 949.366.8599. Dana Point Times October 29-November 4, 2021
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SATURDAY | 30 SPOOKY TREAT TROLLEY Come meet the staff from the City of Dana Point Recreation Division who will be dressed in costumes and riding on the decorated Halloween-themed trolley. The Spooky Treat Trolley will be making stops at the following park locations to distribute treats to children up to 12 years of age. Get in the spirit and come dressed in Halloween costumes. For more information, call the Recreation Division at 949.248.3536. Spooky Treat Trolley stops: 4-4:30 p.m. at Pines Park, 34941 Camino Capistrano; 5-5:30 p.m. at Sunset Park, 34345 Calle Naranja; 6-6:30 p.m. at Dana Wood Park, 34900 Dana Woods; 7-7:30 p.m. at Sea Canyon Park, 33093 Santiago Drive.
tors Friday through Sunday. During this “no touch” event, the homeowners will collect, as admission, canned goods to be distributed to Family Assistance Ministries. It is family-friendly fun for all ages, as the family does all the decorations, animatronics and lighting themselves, so it is not a professional haunted house. The homeowners will also hand out candy and glow sticks for the children. 1601 Via Ameno, San Clemente. 618.975.3910. 2goodhearted@gmail.com.
admin@sanoparks.org. sanoparks.org. LITTLE FOLK CLUB: HALLOWEEN EDITION 3-5 p.m. Dana Point Harbor will host a special Halloween edition of Little Folk Club in the Clock Courtyard. Wear your costume and join in on the fun with your little one to make music with their favorite instrument from home. Little Folk Club is free to the public, but signups are encouraged at eventbrite.com. Little Folk Club is a free event started by Victoria Bailey in 2016 to introduce children and families in her community to her love of traditional folk music and instruments. Clock Courtyard in Dana Point Harbor, 34521 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point.
SATURDAY | 30 3RD ANNUAL HAVEN DANA POINT HARBOR HOOT 8 a.m. The 3rd annual Haven Dana Point Harbor Hoot presented by Infinity SUP is a paddling event for all ages and abilities. This event is hosted by Performance Paddling, with a mission to advocate water safety, education, training and recreation within the Dana Point Harbor. Cost is $30, which includes entry into all three events, T-shirt, lunch and goodie bag; $20 for youth under 18. The 3K Channel Scoot is a quick 3-kilometer loop into the channel and back—the perfect distance for first-timers and longtime paddlers. Harbor Hustle is an M-shaped sprint course covering approximately 300 meters that
GHOST & LEGENDS TOUR 6:30-8:30 p.m. A local Halloween tradition fully returns this year, as the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society presents eerie historical tales at various stops in the Los Rios Historic District. Pick a convenient time to experience some scares leading into Halloween. General admission is $15. Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.8444. sjcghosttour.com. HAUNTED HOUSE FOOD DRIVE 6-10 p.m. This family-run Haunted House in San Clemente will be open to visiPage 6
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Blas Aguilar Adobe Museum Foundation will host its first annual Dia de los Muertos event to celebrate the area’s ancestors. Crafts, demonstrations, entertainment, and more are scheduled. Blas Aguilar Adobe Museum, 31806 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.1239.
TUESDAY | 02 CHUKKERS FOR CHARITY 5:30-9:30 p.m. Surf & Turf Therapy—a South Orange County-based therapy nonprofit—is hosting its second annual Chukkers for Charity fundraiser. The evening will feature a polo match, dinner and drinks, patient stories, rider features, a silent auction, music, and more. Tickets are limited. Orange County Polo Club, 27271 Silverado Canyon Rd, Silverado. 949.312.7227. surfandturftherapy.org. DAY OF THE DEAD DINNER CELEBRATION 7 p.m. The Ysidora restaurant at Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano will host a special dinner in celebration of Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead. The courtyard will have seating available at large communal tables, which will be adorned with skulls, candles and colorful decorations. There will also be live music and a specially curated meal prepared by chef Aaron Obregon. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, 31692 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.503.5700. marriott.com.
WEDNESDAY | 03 LIVE MUSIC AT THE COACH HOUSE 8 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Rock band The Immediate Family will perform. Tickets are $25. Doors open at 6 p.m. The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.496.8930. thecoachhouse.com. danapointtimes.com
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GUEST OPINION | On Life and Love
After 50 by Tom Blake
What Became of the 58 Couples?
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n 2009, I published a book titled How 50 Couples Found Love After 50. The book was based on information that readers had provided to me. The purpose of the book was to give hope to older singles that romance can happen later in life. Approximately half of the couples met online. The book actually features 58 couples. After the book had been edited and the artwork approved, eight more stories arrived in my inbox. ON LIFE AND LOVE My editor said, BY TOM BLAKE “Don’t change the title or artwork; include the eight added stories as bonuses.” I was honored to have John Gray, author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, provide an endorsement on the book’s front cover, which reads, “Tom Blake is an expert on dating after 50.” How he knew that I have no idea, but I was pleased that he mentioned it. I’ve often thought about what became of those 58 couples, and over the years gathered as much updated information from
them as I could. I am aware of what happened to approximately half of the couples. Some have separated, some have been widowed, and several are still together. If I can gather information on another 10 to 15 couples who were included in the book, I might consider publishing an updated version. And, of course, I know the status of couple No. 58, which happens to be Greta and me, together for 24 years. Our picture, taken by Ted and Mary Kay Bowersox of San Juan Capistrano, graces the front cover of the book, with us standing in the courtyard of the St. Francis of Assisi Cathedral in Italy. This week, I learned from Champ Lisa (couple No. 23) what became of her and her husband, John. They divorced. He remarried; she’s happily single. She’s led a fascinating life. Since her divorce from John, Lisa has had a long-distance relationship with a man about nine years younger. Lisa says, “We met 10 years ago. Dated exclusively for two years and remain good friends. We met on match.com. “Sadly, our distance and interests preclude the relationship from being more. He lives on Kodiak Island, Alaska, and doesn’t enjoy the heat. I live in Naples, Florida, and don’t enjoy the cold. No regrets, only fond memories. “He is still hooked on my ‘candied bourbon bacon,’ and he has sent me a lot of incredible sport-caught WILD King Salmon, Halibut, Sockeye, Rockfish, shrimp, and scallops in exchange for my bacon. We are no longer dating each other, but have remained friends. “He says his popularity in the local hunting/fishing community goes up when my bacon shows up. He sent a video of his tour guide on a recent hiking/camping adventure, shouting from a mountaintop the words, ‘Lisa, if you are even half as awesome as your bacon, you are amazing.’ I have no clue about his romantic life, nor he about mine. It never comes up.”
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This photograph shows siblings Colette, Julie and Julian of Wilmington at Capistrano Beach in 1991. Every week, 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 lboyd@picketfencemedia.com.
Approximately 14 of the couples in the book are from Orange County. One of them, Laurie and Phil Green, who live in San Juan Capistrano, asked me to marry them in 2008. I did, and they are still blissfully happy together in 2021. As their marriage officiant, I’d like to take credit for their longevity, but, come on, Tom, that’s a stretch! A few Orange County couples are no longer together, but overall, we’ve stayed together and are a pretty happy group. I’ve heard from a few couples, in their 80s, who are finding love, and even marrying. A common thread for the secret to couples staying together: Love each other
Chip
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dearly, but give each other space to breathe. In my book archives, I found an email list of all 58 couples. Some of the addresses are no longer valid. I’m going to reach out to all 58 couples, and depending on the number of responses, I just might tackle that updated version of the book. Tom Blake is a retired Dana Point business owner and resident who has authored books on middle-aged dating. See his website at findingloveafter50.com. To comment: tompblake@gmail.com. DP
This little cutie is Chip, a sweet kitten now available for adoption. Only 3 months old, he is a bundle of energy and loves to run around and explore. Chip gets along with the other cats that he has met, and he will likely grow up to be a lovable kitty companion. Could Chip be the one for you? If you are interested in adopting Chip, please visit petprojectfoundation.org 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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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION:
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Divine Interception Jagger Wiesen’s pick-six days after father’s death highlights Dana Hills’ Homecoming win BY ZACH CAVANAGH, DANA POINT TIMES
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ana Hills senior linebacker Jagger Wiesen said it himself on Friday, Oct. 22. Wiesen’s 18-yard interception return for a touchdown late in the Dolphins’ 55-23 win over Laguna Hills on Homecoming night “was really something out of a movie.” Wiesen’s father suffered a sudden heart attack on Sunday, Oct. 17, and died on Tuesday, Oct. 19. It was Jagger’s Dolphin teammates who came to his house on Sunday to wake him up from a nap and told Wiesen to call his mother. Jagger returned to practice on that Wednesday, Oct. 20, and while Dana Hills (7-2, 1-1) was cruising to one of its biggest league victories in years over Laguna Hills (7-2, 1-1), Wiesen had the incredible happen. A Laguna Hills receiver attempted to grab a low pass, and the Dana Hills defense arrived to make a jarring stop that put the ball into play. “My partner in crime, Ethan Geske, made a big play, big hit, popped the ball out of the guy’s hands, and it was just right there perfectly,” Wiesen said. “I felt my boy Hayden (Dendiu) on my back just pushing me, saying, ‘Crib it! Crib it! Crib it!’ So, I turned on the burners and got in there and celebrated. I look up at the man who did it.” Wiesen said his first thought upon crossing the goal line was of his father, who meant “everything” to him. The touchdown sent the entire Dana Hills bench streaming into the end zone as the Dolphins surrounded their teammate and friend on what became a more-than-emotional night. “That was … I can’t even explain. That’s unreal,” Wiesen said. “Everything is for the big man upstairs.” The Dolphins received unsportsmanlike conduct penalties for coming off the bench to celebrate. However, Dana Hills coach Tony Henney said he’d accept that penalty any day of the week in exchange for that moment. “It’s one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen in a football game,” Henney said. “To have that kid, to have that happen for him was really special. It was really cool.” Wiesen said that Henney was instrumental in getting him to the game and helping him focus for a huge defensive performance. In addition to the pick-six touchdown, Wiesen was Dana Hills’ leader in tackles by a wide margin with 17 total, including eight solo tackles and two tackles for loss. “Coach has been calling me every day,” Wiesen said. “You want to talk to some great guy, it’s Coach. He hasn’t let me breathe one time. He’s an awesome guy. All the confidence I played with today is for him. He got me prepared.”
Dolphins Win, Look Forward to Playoffs The entire Dana Hills football team was prepared when it came to the rest of the game on Friday. The Dolphins put up another signature offensive performance, as senior quarterback Bo Kelly completed Dana Point Times October 29-November 4, 2021
Three days after his father’s death, Dana Hills senior Jagger Wiesen (20) returned an interception for a touchdown to help the Dolphins win on Homecoming night. Wiesen was embraced by teammates, coaches, friends and family. Photos: Alan Gibby/Zone57
13 of 18 passes for 281 yards and tied a career-high in touchdown passes with five. Four different receivers caught TD passes, including two by Dendiu. Seniors Omarjaye Black, Owen Chambers and James Allemann each had a touchdown grab. Chambers also ran back a 94-yard kickoff return for a score. Junior Christian Guarascio put an exclamation point on the night with a 75-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. With the leading effort of Wiesen, Dana Hills held Laguna Hills under 80 yards rushing on the night. Junior Blaize Bolter recovered a fumble, and Allemann, senior Jaden Kessi and sophomore Noah Brown each had sacks. The one negative note for Dana Hills was penalty trouble, which the Dolphins have had all season. Dana Hills was penalized 16 times for more than 150 yards. Henney said he again wasn’t happy with the penalties, and it will be necessary for the Dolphins to fix that come playoff time. “When you get into these games late in the year, one of those penalties could be the deciding factor in the game,” Henney said. “That penalty can decide whether your shoulder pads are going on your back at the next Monday practice.” With the win, Dana Hills posted its first seven-win season since going 9-6 in 2009, and the Dolphins got one step closer to clinching their first CIF-SS playoff berth since Page 9
2013. It’s possible Dana Hills already has done enough to take a potential at-large playoff berth, but with a new CIFSS playoff system being implemented this season, it’ll be best for Dana Hills to eliminate any doubt. Dana Hills can likely clinch one of the Pacific Hills League’s two automatic playoff berths with a win at Portola in the season finale on Friday, Oct. 29. If Laguna Hills upsets Irvine, there would be a three-way tie for the league title for a second straight season, which would cause one of the three teams to have to be considered for an at-large berth instead of a guaranteed entry. CIF-SS introduced a new computer ranking-based playoff system in which divisions won’t be announced until the brackets are released on Sunday, Oct. 31. The rankings are based on current-season results only and created using the calpreps.com algorithm. In the past, teams were placed in divisions ahead of the season based on performances of the previous two seasons. As of this week on calpreps.com, Dana Hills is ranked No. 80 in the CIF-Southern Section with a 23.9 rating, which would likely place the Dolphins as one of the last teams in the Division 5 playoffs or one of the top teams in Division 6. Where Dana Hills will land is in the hands of the algorithm and CIF-SS. All the Dolphins can do is try and secure that automatic spot and wait for Sunday. DP danapointtimes.com
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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 heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objective is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 12/03/2021 Time: 11:00 a.m. Dept. L72 Room: REMOTE. The address of the court is Lamoreaux Justice Center, 341 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868-3205. For remote hearing instructions, go to the Court’s website at www.occourts.org; click on the “COVID-19” button; click on the “Civil” button; click on the “Remote Hearing Instructions” button. 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, Oct 15, 22, 29, Nov 5, 2021 Date: June 11, 2021 JUDGE Lee L. Gabriel, Judge of the Superior Court
City Council of the City of Dana Point, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on the 19th day of October, 2021, by the following vote: AYES:
ouncil Member Mike Frost, Council C Member Richard A. Viczorek, Mayor Pro Tem Joseph L. Muller, and Mayor Jamey M. Federico
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ABSENT: Council Member Michael Villar SHAYNA SHARKE CITY CLERK Dated this 29th day of October, 2021. PUBLIC NOTICE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 30-2021-01221633 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1) Petitioner: Sandra Najely Ortiz Moreno filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name a. Sandra Najely Ortiz Moreno Proposed Name a. Najely Oliva Moreno
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Surf Club Season Is Here Powerhouse San Clemente Looks to Maintain Winning Tradition BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES
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an Clemente is the de facto hotbed of American surf talent. That’s not an understatement or hyperbole. From the old guard to the up-and-coming next generation, nowhere else in the United States boasts the accomplishments and depth that this little Spanish Village by the Sea does. Consider that right now, with Kolohe Andino and Caroline Marks, half of the U.S. Olympic surf team lives in town. In Griffin Colapinto, we have the U.S. Open winner. Then there are world champs Kelly Slater and Mick Fanning, who’ve both been posted up here as of late. And we haven’t even touched on all the former Groms of the Week who are taking their act out on the international stage at the moment. But it’s not just the surf stars who make this place magical. It’s everyone else who’s dared to chase their dreams and dedicate themselves to the pursuit of wave-riding. And that’s where the San Clemente Board Riders Club (SCBC) comes in.
San Clemente standout Sawyer Lindblad has been hammering away this season on the WSL Challenger Series and is one of the most valuable members of the San Clemente Board Riders Club. Photo: Courtesy of Shawn Parkin
SCBC is a chapter of the West Coast Board Riders (WCBR), a consortium of clubs from surf towns up and down the California coast (and now expanding to the East Coast for the first time this year). The concept has been modeled after the widely successful Australian surf clubs. An opportunity to bring different groups of surfers from town together, the clubs are focused on building community. As the tagline reads, “The future is local.” On Nov. 6, San Clemente will host the first event of its 2021 WCBR season at San Onofre’s Church Beach. The San Clemente chapter will compete in a team format against clubs from Dana Point, Laguna Beach and Newport Beach. “We’ve been doing a lot of behind-thescenes work over the last few months
GROM OF THE WEEK
MOSES HENNINGS BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES
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ig ups to San Clemente’s Moses Hennings, who took out the Boys’ Under-10 division at the NSSA competition in Oceanside earlier this month. It’s never boring when you’re scoring, and thanks to some epic 3- to 4-foot surf with classic autumn conditions, Hennings and his fellow competitors made the most of the crossed-up northwest and southwest peaks. For those who haven’t seen Moses
and are really excited about where we’re at,” says club co-founder Benji Severson. “One of the big foundational moves we’ve made is to transition the club to a nonprofit status. And to be honest, I’ve been pretty blown away by the level of support we’ve enjoyed.” The San Clemente Board Riders Club has recently locked in a partnership with surf company Rip Curl, as well as solidified their relationships with Stance, Jack’s Surfboard and Nomadix. “Rip Curl has roots here, and what’s more roots than supporting the local surf community in a real transformative, grassroots level?” says Frankie D’Andrea, the San Clemente Board Riders Club vice president. “To have that kind of commitment and
down at the San Clemente Pier, T-Street or Lowers shredding with his buddies, the young man has been ripping as of late. In fourth grade at the duel immersion Las Palmas Elementary School, his Spanish is on point, and he’s ready for some deep Baja missions. A stylish regular-footer, Hennings enjoys the support of surfwear brand Hurley and does his ripping on Rumaner Surfboards. He lists Olympian Kolohe Andino and world champ Carissa Moore as his favorite surfers—both of whom also represent Hurley. With so much talent in the water around San Clemente these days, Hennings and his fellow groms have no shortage of inspirations. Quite literally, the sky is the limit. DP Page 14
support from a company like Rip Curl, it’s going to make a difference,” D’Andrea further explains. “We couldn’t do what we do without the support of our sponsors; they’re part of the family, and that’s what this whole thing is all about.” For the first time, the San Clemente Board Riders Club is also awarding a scholarship to one of its members. Partnering with Left Coast Brewing Co. on the initiative, this year’s recipient is Sawyer Lindblad, who’s on the verge of qualifying for the WSL Championship Tour. After big results at the U.S. Open and in Europe, she’s one event away from graduating to the biggest stage in surfing. These funds will go toward helping her turn her dreams into a reality. “The Lindblads are such an awesome local family and so representative of what we’re all about,” Severson says. “In one of the club contests, we had Sawyer, her brother Taj, and their father, Marc, all competing.” “Hopefully, this scholarship helps Sawyer keep pushing forward,” Severson says. “Whether she makes the Tour this year or not, we’re so proud of her, and it means the world to be able to support her journey.” The WCBR season will culminate with the national championships coming to Lower Trestles later this year. And, hopefully, if things go according to Severson and D’Andrea’s plan, they’ll have a lot to celebrate in front of the hometown crowd. Jake Howard is 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 a number of 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: 62-64 Degrees F Water Visibility and Conditions: 2-4 Outlook: Friday’s surf levels off at waist to shoulder high, (3-4’). Mainly light southerly winds on Friday. Fresh South/southwest swell maintains waist-stomach-chest high waves, (2-3-4’) through the weekend. Light+ to moderate southerly winds for Saturday. Light/variable winds early Sunday are followed by a moderate west sea breeze the rest of the day.
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