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Theater Debate Takes Center Stage District pledges more outreach on Dana Hills project E Y E O N D P/ PAG E 4 E Y E O N D P/ PAG E 6

Aerial view and rendering illustrates the footprint of the proposed performing arts facility at Dana Hills High School. Courtesy of CUSD

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City and Business Calendar Saturday, July 31

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Wednesday, August 4

Farmers Market 9 a.m.–1 p.m. La Plaza Park, 34111 La Plaza Street. Admission is free. For more information or to inquire about purchasing a booth for $25, please call 949.573.5033 or 951.271.0669. www.danapoint.org

Monday, August 2

Sunrise Rotary Club 7 a.m. the Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at the Ritz-Carlton. 1 RitzCarlton Drive, 949.493.2759, www. monarchbeachrotary.com

Sunday, August 1 Summer Concerts in the Park-A Tribute to Bob Seger 4:30 p.m.-6 p.m. This week’s concert features Turn the Page with their tribute to the music of Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band. Admission is free. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Heritage Park, 34400 Old Golden Lantern,

Planning Commission Meeting Meeting has been canceled. 949.248.3563, www.danapoint.org Fall Recreation Guide Available, Class Registration Begins The Fall Recreation Guide is available at Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo and City Hall, 33282 Golden Lantern. Registration for fall recreation classes opens via mail, in person or use the new convenient online system. For more information, log on to www.danapoint. org/recreation

Thursday, August 5 Puppet Show at the Library 11 a.m. See Tommy’s Pirate Adventure puppet show at Sea Terrace Park, adjacent to the library. Admission is free. Parking is limited so please pick up a free parking pass for the Salt Creek Beach parking lot at the Summer Reading Desk before the day of the event. 33841 Niguel Road, 949.496.5517, www.ocgov.com

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…A Young School Board Candidate?

THE LATEST: Saam Alikhani, a 2010 Dana Hills High School graduate who served as the last student trustee on the Capistrano Unified School District board, announced today he is challenging incumbent Anna Bryson in the November 2 election. He is the fourth candidate put forth by the Children First parents group. His speech Tuesday morning at Dana Hills High—in front of his parents, grandparents, students and other supporters—recognized some might question his age. “I have served as the student trustee for the past year. I have sat on the dais and have closely observed inappropriate behaviors and poor decision making,” Alikhani, 18, said. He will attend UC Irvine—but won’t be able to live on campus if elected. WHAT’S NEXT: Children’s First is expected to announce a fifth candidate next week. FIND OUT MORE: Alikhani has a website at www.alikhaniforcusd.com; also see the Beyond the Blackboard blog at www.danapointtimes. com —Jonathan Volzke

…Candidates for Council Election?

THE LATEST: The number of candidates running for City Council at this point totals four— three of which are incumbents, Councilmember Joel Bishop, Councilmember Lisa Bartlett and current Mayor Steven Weinberg. All three have pulled and filed their papers. And all three have been qualified. In order to qualify, at least 20 out of the 30 signatures collected by candidates on their nomination papers must be verified by the Registrar’s office. Only one other potential candidate has pulled papers so far. Robert Driessen has pulled papers but has yet to file them. Driessen previously applied to fill a vacant seat on the Planning Commission that was open last year www.danapointtimes.com

when Michael Dac resigned in August of last year. Gary Newkirk was chosen to fill that position. WHAT’S NEXT: The nomination period for those seeking a seat on the City Council in the November 2 election began on July 12 and the deadline for turning in papers is Friday, August 6 at 5 p.m. Should an incumbent have failed to file within this time frame, the filing period would have been extended by five days—until 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 11—for candidates other than the incumbent to file. The City Clerk must issue all potential candidates nomination papers during this period. Making an appointment with the City Clerk is recommended as the process may take from 30 minutes to one hour. Candidates must be U.S. citizens, 18 years of age on or before election day and registered to vote in the City of Dana Point. Council members are elected to four-year “staggered” terms, meaning that either 2 or 3 seats are open every two years. Council members may serve no more than two consecutive terms. FIND OUT MORE: Potential candidates or those interested in learning about the election process should log on to www.danapoint.org, type the words “elections getting started” in the search box and click on the “Getting started now” link. —Andrea Swayne

…Bank Robbery in Dana Point?

THE LATEST: At 10:50 a.m. July 28 Dana Point Police Services and the FBI Bank Robbery Apprehension Team (BRAT) responded to a bank robbery in progress call from the Bank of America at the corner of Del Prado and Golden Lantern in Dana Point. According to Dana Point Police Services’ Sgt. Lynn Koehmstedt, witnesses reported seeing two black males with their faces covered enter the bank and demand money from a teller. One of the suspects apparently jumped over the counter during the incident. No weapons were seen during the robbery and no injuries were reported. The robbers left with an undisclosed sum

of money and made their getaway in a dark colored SUV—possibly a dark blue older model Suburban—that may have been driven by a third black male. The vehicle was seen driving southbound, apparently headed toward the I-5 freeway. The two men who entered the bank to rob it were described as 25 to 30 years old, weighing approximately 170 pounds and wearing all black clothing. WHAT’S NEXT: The Orange County Sheriff’s Department and the FBI BRAT team will continue to investigate. Orange County Sheriff’s Department Investigator Dan Salcedo said that due to similarities in circumstances, authorities believe that this robbery may have been perpetrated by the same men who held up a bank in Mission Viejo on July 14. FIND OUT MORE: www.ocsd.org —Andrea Swayne and Chris Bashaw

….City Approves Harbor Plan Document Modification? THE LATEST: Dana Point City Council, on Monday, voted 5-0 to approve the California Coastal Commission’s suggested modification to the Harbor Revitalization Land Use Plan adding language specifying that building heights for new construction in the harbor should be consistent with the community’s character. At a June 9, 2010 meeting, the Coastal Commission made this modification to their originally suggested—at the October 2009 meeting—list of modifications to the plan document that the city had previously accepted. During public comments those speaking for and against were divided roughly 50/50. Those against approval were mainly concerned that the language of the document—which includes a maximum building height of 60 feet—creates a conflict in that the community character with regard to building heights in the harbor are currently in the 40 foot and under range. This, opponents say, is of vital importance because the document will set the standard for all future landside development in the harbor. The council maintained that to not approve the document at this point would

have set Harbor Plan back by five years at minimum and that the time to delve into the issue of building heights will come during consideration of the Implementation Plan portion of the process. WHAT’S NEXT: The city’s approval of the modification to the document will require a second vote which will take place at the next City Council meeting on September 13. The document will then be sent back the CCC for certification at their November implementation plan hearing. The Coastal Commission is expected to hold a hearing in the next few months for the implementation portion of the Land Use Plan. This second half of the plan will outline land use regulations and site standards for the harbor revamp. FIND OUT MORE: More information can be found at www.danapoint.org or www.dphplan. com —AS

…Public Safety Grant Money Re-appropriated? THE LATEST: City Council voted on July 26 to adjust the Fiscal Year 2010/2011 Budget to reflect re-appropriation of $114,411.61 of unused Citizens Option for Public Safety (COPS) FY 2009/2010 program funds to the Supplemental Law Enforcement Service Fund (SLESF) account. The funds are to be used to supplement funding for public safety, including personnel, equipment and programs and spending is monitored by an oversight committee of five, made up of law enforcement, city and county officials. The money will be used to fund the School Resource Officer assigned to the three Dana Point public schools, Project STOP (Stop Trashing Our Parks) and the anti-theft “Hide It, Lock It or Lose It” campaign. WHAT’S NEXT: The money will be divided as follows: • School Resource Officer - $60,000.00 • Project STOP - $40,000.00 • Hide It, Lock It or Lose It - $14,411.00 FIND OUT MORE: www.danapoint.org —AS

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Debate Over Theater Takes Center Stage District pledges more outreach on Dana Hills project By Jonathan Volzke and Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

date hasn’t even been set for a groundbreaking yet, but plans for a new performing arts theater at Dana Hills High School are already creating plenty of drama. The Capistrano Unified School District adopted plans for a 470-seat, $13 million facility that would replace the 38year-old Porthole Theater. The building would total 30,560 square feet and stand 55 feet tall to accommodate moveable backdrops and other technology for productions. Supporters say the new theater is a much-needed upgrade for the South Orange County School of the Arts program. “With over 450 SOCSA students at Dana Hills High School, this new facility would provide much needed space for new classrooms, performances and a state-of-the-art facility to learn in,” said Alan Wickstrom, the past president of the SOCSA Foundation. “This will also provide a single place where all of SOCSA can be housed in one facility. Today, SOCSA’s classes are scattered throughout the Dana Hills Campus and having all the teachers and classes in one area will provide for better team work among faculty, coaches and students.” But some nearby residents and city officials however, say they should have been consulted before the school district wrote the final script on the project. “The City of Dana Point is genuinely concerned over the lack of public notice given to our residents regarding the Project,” Director of Community Development Kyle Butterwick wrote in a February 25 letter to the school district. “…Several residents in the area have expressed serious concerns about project impacts now that they have learned about the project.” In a September 2009 letter to the district, Butterwick outlined the city’s concerns: • Environmental-impact studies should have included view simulations on the 55-foot-tall building would look in the otherwise-residential area, where buildings are limited to 28 feet tall. In fact, Butterwick writes, the tallest building in the city is now 40 feet tall. “The city considers a 55-foot high structure to be potentially incompatible with the existing surrounding land uses,” he writes. “It will have a potentially negative impact on the visual character of the surrounding community and the city as a whole.” • Noise and light impacts, he says, weren’t properly studied. • The high school doesn’t have enough parking. He said the studies accurately point out the new facility will need 118 parking spaces, but says the school’s entire parking plans need to be looked at. “The city has significant concerns on the parking issue,” Butterwick writes. “The high school is currently deficient in parking for its students and teachers. The students regularly park on busy arterial streets surrounding the school on a daily basis due to inadequate parking.” But because the school district is a state agency, some residents are concerned the city’s codes and ordinances won’t get proper consideration. About 150 people showed up

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Dwayne Mears from The Planning Center in Costa Mesa, addresses the audience at the July 15 meeting at Dana Hills High School. CUSD contracted with The Planning Center to produce the Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) and Initial Study for the Performing Arts Facility. Photo by Alan Wickstrom

at a July 15 meeting about the project hosted by the school district. Superintendent Dr. Joseph Farley was just days into the job when he attended the meeting. He said the district will do a better job of reaching out to the public and addressing their concerns. “We really want to hear what the issues are and involve them in a greater degree in the discussion about this,” Farley said. Trustee Anna Bryson, who represents the Dana Hills area, said the board has worked closely with SOCSA for years and wants to extend that relationship to the neighborhood. The district did hold a public comment period about a year ago and will continue to reach out, she said. The superintendent said more public meetings are planned with neighbors: The first will be Thursday, August 19 and the second September 2. Both will be at 6 p.m. at Dana Hills High. Parking, traffic, visual impacts and other issues related to the high school neighborhood will be discussed, CUSD Deputy Superintendent Ron Lebs says in a letter going out to 900 nearby residents. That is music to Terry Goller’s ears. Goller’s daughter was in Dana Hills’ first graduating class, in 1976. Her son graduated in 1978, a grandson graduated as a Dolphin in 2007, and now she has other grandchildren at the school. She even attends events at the Porthole Theater, actually preferring productions there, she said, to shows at the Orange County Performing Arts Center. But she also lives in the neighborhood closest to Dana Hills High and her street shares the entry road—Acapulco Drive—with the school. And as much as she bleeds Dolphin blue, Goller says, enough is enough. “There used to be more basketball courts. Now there are portables. There used to be gardens. Now there are portables. There used to be a large practice sports field. Now there are portables,” Goller said. “They’re just built out. It would be nice for kids to have an upgraded arts venue—they do great job—but at expense over all population and neighborhood, it’s not right place.” At one point, there was talk—concern among some—that the South Orange County School of the Arts would move from Dana Hills to the newer San Juan Hills High School, which has a state-of-the-art theater, nestled away from neighbors off Avenida La Pata in San Juan Capistrano. Additionally, SOCSA founder Robert Riggs moved to that

campus when it opened. But Barbara Bond, the new president of the SOCSA Foundation, said that isn’t going to happen. “There may have been some thought about that at first, but I don’t think there’s any intent to move SOCSA over there,” she said. “It would be great if San Juan Hills created a second program there, because there’s so much demand in South County for the program.” The roots of the South Orange County School of the Arts go back to 1989, when a small group of administrators, teachers, parents and students began to talk about creating a visual and performing arts public high school. CUSD trustees approved the concept in 1995, and the pilot program was launched at Dana Hills in 1996. SOCSA students receive increased instruction in Dance, Drama, Musical Theatre, Vocal Music, Production/Design and Visual Arts. The foundation was created in 2000 and has led the drive, with Dana Hills Principal Dr. Robert Nye, to replace the Porthole since 2007. The project got an emotional boost when the district received a $3 million grant from the state, but that leaves $10 million that will have to be raised. So far, SOCSA has pledges for about $50,000. Farley cautions the need to raise millions of dollars ensures the district has time to listen to the public and city and continue to improve the project and school as a whole. “It’s still a ways in the future,” Farley said. “There’s some things we can do with landscaping to use the building to enhance the neighborhood.” Bond, who has two children in the SOCSA program and a background in raising money for public television, knows finding $10 million in the current environment won’t be easy. But the district’s efforts at reaching out the public will help, she said. “The meetings that the district is having with the community are really important. There’s a good portion of the community that is not aware of the project at all,” Bond said. “These meetings are good not only to address the concerns of people in surrounding neighborhoods but also to raise awareness and support in the community.” Bond and other supporters hope the increased communication moves the public sentiment from an effort to break the project to cheers of “Break a leg” when the curtain finally rises at a new SOCSA theater. See the city’s letters at www.danapointtimes.com and see more about the project at www.socarts.org DP www.danapointtimes.com

EYE ON DP HARBOR HAPPENINGS

Appreciating Our Marines Dana Point Yacht Club treats Marines to a day of food, ﬁshing and fun

everal times a year, the members at Dana Point Yacht Club host a group of Marines and their families. One such day happened on Saturday, June 26 when a group of about 30 men from Camp Pendleton came up and boarded either a fishing boat or a sail boat for a day of fishing and camaraderie, or a day of sailing and camaraderie laced with a little terror. (Sailing is often described as long periods of boredom, punctuated by moments of terror.) Surprises always lurk when a boat leaves its sheltered harbor. On this day, B Y B A R B A R A however, the winds were fair, the seas were flat and the fish were MERRIMAN plentiful. It was a great day to share with the men who signed up to protect and defend our country and a great way to let them know how much they are appreciated. After fishing—as is customary when DPYC hosts Marines—everyone gathers back at the Club for a prime rib dinner. This is the time when members can circulate among the Marines and discover what a great bunch of men and women they are. Friendships are often made on these days and often various members invite “their”

Above: After a day on the water ﬁshing or sailing, Marines enjoy a prime rib dinner at the Dana Point Yacht Club. Photo by Barbara Merriman Top right: Kris Norman reels one in. Bottom left: Andre Campbell with his catch. Photos by Carlos Williams

Marines to other events. Some service men and women have even become members via the Yacht Club’s special “military membership” program. Two other yearly events that DPYC sponsors for the Marines include a wonderful Christmas party and luncheon with an appearance by Santa and a twilight fishing event for up to 50 Marines during our Richard Henry Dana Charity Regatta each September. In addition to all the fun and good feelings that come from these events, let me talk about generosity. Dana Point Yacht Club members as well as local business owners all pitch in to make sure our Marines are treated to a wonderful time and know how much their service to our country is appreciated. The Bait Barge here in Dana Point Harbor donates the bait for the fishing. Volunteers run the sailing races and

happily buy a dinner—or two, or more—for a Marine. When the Charity Regatta rolls around, Dana Wharf Sportfishing steps up to the plate and donates one of their sportfishing boats and gear for the Marines. Beach Cities Pizza donates the pizzas and a few of our members get together and bake chocolate chip cookies. Now there’s a real combination— pizza and cookies! And, at Christmas, members organize the children’s Christmas party for the Marines, hand-deliver the invitations and get gifts donated for Santa to give. At the Dana Point Yacht Club we love doing these little things to show our appreciation for all they do for us. Semper Fi! PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the Dana Point Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@danapointtimes.com.

News Next Door

What’s going on in our neighboring towns, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano SAN CLEMENTE

Referendum Effort on Playa Del Norte Project The battle over the Playa del Norte project rages on, as those opposed to LAB Holdings near 49,000-square-foot commercial development are seeking signatures to pass a referendum that would essentially overturn City Council’s support of the project. Charles Mann, a 28-year resident of San Clemente critical of the development, is spearheading the referendum. He said the public should get another chance to vote on the project. The project that passed in the early morning hours of July 20 is not the one before them now, Mann said. Mann picked up the proper paperwork to initiate the referendum the day after the City Council approved the project. However, there is a catch in hoping for another vote on the project—the petition must contain about 4,100 verified signatures, or 10 percent or more of the registered voters of the city. At that point, the City Council may choose to repeal the ordinance or call another election. Mann had 30 days www.danapointtimes.com

from the time of the approval to gather the signatures in an effort to include the vote on the November 2 ballot. The sale price of the land is another issue. Many critics have voiced that the $1 million to $2 million price tag is too low a figure on which to settle. The aesthetics of the project for some are also a topic of the debate. “If you’ve seen the storypoles then you’ve seen the massiveness of the project,” Mann said. “It’s going to be so massive that it’s going to block all the views we have at North Beach. Every single one of us want to see North Beach improved, but building this giant shopping center is not the answer. It is critical that our resource is the ocean and beaches and critical that residents have the best access to that.” The Pro North Beach Vision Coalition, a group of supporters for the project, has recently hit the streets in an effort to inform residents to not sign the petition. Either way, the chances of voting on this project again this November are both slim and lofty, and a special election—estimated at $200,000—could prove too costly for many taxpayers to ultimately support. —David Zimmerle

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

City Council Candidates Announced Los Rios resident John Taylor has announced he will seek a San Juan Capistrano City Council seat in November, when the panel has three openings. “I am not a politician; I am a neighbor that believes in the rights of property owners. I treasure our small town atmosphere and I am committed to making certain that we chart a course that maintains a fiscally responsible city,” Taylor said in his announcement. Council members Tom Hribrar, Mark Nielsen and Lon Uso are up for re-election. Nielsen has pulled his nomination papers, and Uso has announced his intention to again seek office. Residents Michael Johnson, Jim Schneider and Clint Worthington have also pulled papers, but not returned them yet. Rotarian and Transportation Commissioner Larry Kramer has also announced his intention to run. —Jonathan Volzke

July 30–August 5, 2010 • Dana Point Times • Page 5

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The South OC Democrats will present a presentation titled “Medical Marijuana Store Front Operations and Prop 19” on Thursday, August 12 at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano. The meeting is open to the public regardless of party affiliation and will include a buffet dinner. Lt. Adam Powell of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department will be presenting information regarding the community impact of medical marijuana store-front operations and the Legalize Marijuana Proposition 19 on November’s ballot. Dinner will be served from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. for $17 for members and $20 for non-members. The menu is set to include salads, entrees, side dishes, dessert, beverages tax and tip. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. The cost to attend the meeting only will be charged $3 for members and $5 for non-members. Please RSVP by August 10 via email at wilsonsc@cox.net or by phone at 949.493.6943.

International high school exchange students are coming to study in the Dana Point area during the 2010-2011 school year. These students will integrate themselves into a Dana Point area family with the goal of experiencing American culture as an American high school student does. In turn they will provide insight into their own culture.

STS Foundation, a nonprofit student exchange organization, is proud to help facilitate these relationships. They have been doing so for more than 20 years and look forward to finding new host families in Dana Point and connecting them with exchange students. Two students STS is looking for host families in the area for this year are Stefan and Pascaline. Stefan is a 16-year-old boy from Osnabrueck, Germany. His favorite sport is soccer, which he has played for eleven years at a club in his hometown. He also enjoys playing table tennis and swimming. He is eager to learn about American culture and meet new friends in the United States. Pascaline is a 17-year-old girl from Pornichet, France. She loves playing the piano and has played for the past ten years. Pascaline is also very fond of tennis; she has played for four years and enjoys participating in tournaments. She also enjoys handball and badminton and is excited to learn new instruments and sports when she comes to the USA. Pascaline is elated to be realizing her dream of living in the United States and learning a new culture. They are both excellent students and will have their own spending money and health insurance. “We are proud to have been successfully placing international students with host families in and around the area for over twenty years and want to keep this welcoming tradition alive,” said STS Foundation Regional Coordinator Sean Taddiken. “We believe international student exchange is a unique and vital source of knowledge and an empowering supplement to both the American student’s and the exchange student’s education and experience.” Host families must be able to provide a separate bed, family meals and a safe environment. If your family is interested in being a host family please call Lillian Clemente at 1.800.522.4678 or send an email to lillian@stsfoundation.org. For more information visit www.stsfoundation.org

DP Sheriff’s Blotter COMPILEDBY SAR A H G U I DA S All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department Web site (www.ocsd.org) and reflects data available from calls placed from the field by the responding officer(s). An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site.

Sunday, July 25 BATTERY Victoria Blvd. / Doheny Park Rd. (10:54 p.m.) Authorities were called after a transient was attacked by another transient in front of a gas station. The attacker yelled that the victim was in his spot and then began kicking the intruder. After being attacked, the other transient reportedly retreated to an alley. SUSPICIOUS PERSON Park Lantern, 25100 Block (2:48 p.m.) A hotel security guard contacted deputies after

(Left to right) Major General Darrell L. Moore (USMC), Andrew deGrandpre (managing editor Marine Corps Times), SSgt David E. Vogt, III and Congressman Adam H. Putnam (R-FL). Courtesy photo

Military Times Media Group recognized Marine Corps Times Marine of the Year SSgt David E. Vogt, III, currently stationed at Camp Pendleton, along with four other distinguished honorees, one from each branch of the United States Armed Forces, who were honored at its 10th Annual Military Times Service Members of the Year Awards Ceremony hosted by Congressman Gene Taylor (D-MS) at the Cannon House Office Building in Washington, D.C. on July 14. Presenting the award, Major General Darrell L. Moore (USMC) said of SSgt Vogt, “The Marine Corps puts a heavy rucksack of responsibility on our staff non-commissioned officers and we expect them to lead Marines. SSgt Vogt leads the old-fashioned way—by example. We are all empowered by those closest to us. As such, his family is obviously quite proud of Staff Sgt. Vogt and we are also.” For more information, visit http://www.militarytimes.com/smoy/index.php.

Master watercolor artist Tom Lynch will be teaching four half-day workshops and one full-day workshops at San Clemente Art Supply, 1531 N. El Camino Real, August 13, 14 and 15. Don’t miss this opportunity to study with a master teacher with 30 years of experience, who is the author of seven books and six National PBS TV series called Fun With Watercolor. Four, three-hour workshops will be held on August 13 and 14 at a price of $85 each or all four for $285. (August 13 – “Painting a Night Scene” 9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. and “Secrets to Painting Spring and Fall Scenes” from 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.; August 14 – “Painting rays of Sunlight and Shadow” 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and “Preliminary Color Studies Using Your Favorite Photos” 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.) All supplies are included for half-day sessions. The full-day, six-hour “Watercolor Wow Using Your Favorite Photos” workshop will be held on August 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for $150, or $125 if combined with at least two half-day workshops. For more information and registration call 949.369.6603 or visit www.scartsupply.com.

witnessing a guest walking around with a 12-inch blade in his waist band.

before being rescued by helicopter and lifted to safety.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Pacific Coast Highway, 32800 Block (1:46 p.m.) An employee at a local coffee shop called authorities to report a suspicious cell phone that was found.

DISTURBANCE Ruby Lantern, 34100 Block (8:11 p.m.) Authorities were called after a belligerent Census Bureau employee refused to leave a residence.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON Santa Clara Ave., 24200 Block (1:25 a.m.) A man contacted deputies to report that there was someone in his closet. The caller claimed that he had heard noises coming from the space.

INVERSITGATE PERSON DOWN Del Obispo / Pacific Coast Highway (4:43 p.m.) A caller contacted authorities after discovering a man lying on a bridge near a park. The subject, who was found breathing, was reportedly wearing dirty clothes and had a black bag in his possession.

Saturday, July 24 CITIZEN ASSIST Camino Del Avion, 24000 Block (3:30 p.m.) A woman called authorities to report her dog missing. She had left the dog in her vehicle for 20 minutes while inside an urgent care facility.

Friday, July 23 SUSPICIOUS PERSON Marguerita Ave. / Scenic Dr. (8:21 p.m.) Deputies were contacted when a man became stranded on a cliff near Salt Creek beach. The 27-year-old subject had reportedly climbed up the cliff from the shoreline before getting stuck near a cave between the beach and the tide pools. The man, who was wearing no shoes, fell a short distance

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DISTURBANCE Crown Valley Parkway, 32400 Block (12:07 a.m.) Deputies were contacted when a caller found a couple having intercourse in spa located in the pool area of a local community.

Thursday, July 22 ASSAULT Colegio Dr., 34000 Block (11:14 p.m.) A woman called deputies after her 17-yearold neighbor came over and told her that she had been beaten up at a local park by known subjects. The caller reportedly checked the park but no one was found. WELFARE CHECK Pacific Coast Highway, 34100 Block (2:20

p.m.) Authorities were contacted when a caller observed a young woman and an infant in a stroller sitting in the parking lot of a local business. The pair reportedly had not moved in over two hours. WELFARE CHECK Golden Lantern / Dana Point Harbor Dr. (1:43 p.m.) Deputies were contacted after a caller witnessed counselors at a local beach camp holding an eight-year-old child down by the wrists and ankles. The child had reportedly been screaming for 10 minutes.

Wednesday, July 21 DISTURBANCE Dana Woods / Golden Lantern (8:54 p.m.) A caller contacted authorities after witnessing two men urinating in the bushes. One of the men was reportedly wearing a football jersey.

Tuesday, July 20 WELFARE CHECK Cordova Dr., 24600 Block (10:24 p.m.) A woman called deputies and claimed that she was scared because her neighbors were being too quiet.

Monday, July 19 KEEP THE PEACE Doheny Park Rd. 34000 Block (10:26 a.m.) Authorities were contacted when a woman was seen being verbal and slapping people at the entrance to a mobile estate community. www.danapointtimes.com

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Letters to the Editor THANKS FOR BEVERLI JINN’S COMMENTARIES CAROL HALESWORTH, Dana Point

I just wanted to thank you for running Beverli Jinn’s commentaries. I always enjoy her realistic yet lightly sarcastic but ultimately timely columns—especially the one on the [Strand] beach access fight (June 18-24, 2010, Vol. 3, Issue 25) titled “Something There Is That Doesn’t Love a Wall.” I know many long time Dana Point residents and maybe even most people totally agree. Thank you again.

LAST WORD ON CRUISE SHIPS CHRIS ANASTASIO, Dana Point

After reading Lara Anderson’s letter in last week’s DP Times about cruise ships stopping at Dana Point, I can pretty much guess this will never happen. I would like to have a last word about this subject. I have spoken to many people about this and I know I am getting old but I don’t remember talking to Lara about it as she mentioned in her letter. By law every cruise ship must have enough lifeboats (tenders) to cover every passenger and crew on the ship. How a ship can say they don’t carry tenders is hard to understand. I know Royal Caribbean Cruise Line was never an option for stopping here. I have sailed that ship and I know, Page 8 • Dana Point Times • July 30–August 5, 2010

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other than leaving Seattle to head up to Alaska, it doesn’t stop along the western coast of America except when it is on its repositioning cruse at the end of summer. Then it stops in Oregon, San Francisco and San Diego. Now once a week a Carnival ship takes a four day cruise from LA down to Mexico. It makes two stops in Mexico and one at Catalina Island (where they tender in). Then it cruises in circles off our coast for a day. It’s hard for me to understand why Dana Point can not be sold to them as a fourth stop on that cruise. It would give us one ship a week and it would be on a Thursday. It sounds perfect to me. It seems to me from Lara’s letter that instead of going out to find out why a cruise ship couldn’t stop here it would have been better to try and sell all the reasons why it should—and there are many. I was in sales for years and the one thing I learned was: You don’t try to find someone who wants to buy, your job is to sell them into buying. That’s why you’re called a salesman. It’s too bad this idea is being put to bed. With all my time (over a thousand days) spent cruising as a dance host and knowing as much as I do on how this can help a community I will never believe this wasn’t a good idea and couldn’t have been accomplished. To submit a letter to the editor for possible inclusion in the paper, e-mail us at letters@ danapointtimes.com or send it to 34932 Calle del Sol, Suite B, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624. Dana Point Times reserves the right to edit reader-submitted letters for length and is not responsible for the claims made or the information written by the writers.

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an online newsletter (of questionable value) for $29/month! I paid this twice before I realized that I was scammed. I was embarrassed that I fell prey to a conman. It went against my mantra to never buy anything on TV, or from a cold call and never, never, from a door to door sales man. So I look at my mom, and even my kids, and wonder if they know their susceptibility to being scammed. I think that we have grown away from the sense of community, where we all watch over one another and people can ask each other about opportunities to purchase something through another’s personal reference or recommendation. I certainly would never suggest that anyone purchase that book I spoke of, or even shop at that gas station. We need to keep an eye on our family, friends and community members. There are two sites on the internet that I use that make extensive use of recommendations and comments form the community of users. Amazon and Yelp both actively seek opinions by those who have dined at a restaurant, purchased a widget or used a vendor. I rely heavily on these reviews and use them frequently. When buying electronics I review consumer reports, then Amazon’s ratings and then price. When looking for the perfect dining experience I check out Zagat, then Yelp and only then do I go dine.

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GUEST OPINION: Joel Bishop, Dana Point City Councilmember

feel like I live in a tropical paradise here in Dana Point. Although we have our issues, I feel safe, secure and in control of my personal life and freedoms. This is not always the case. I recently attended a League of California Cities event in La Quinta. On my way home I stopped for gas at a freeway close service station. Within a couple hours of that visit I found that my credit card had been used at seven locations in Southern California to buy liquor, gas and of course, ice cream. The speed at which these transactions occurred was phenomenal. I check my balances frequently online, and these criminals were Joel Bishop in and out without missing a beat. The good news is that the bank reversed the charges and I was not held responsible, but the bad news is that society had to pay the price for this criminal activity. We have to be careful with our financial security and our own personal identity. To this end I have subscribed to a credit watch service, I shred anything with my personal information on it, and I am all too cautious with regard to where I shop. I consider myself pretty sophisticated and yet from time to time I fall victim to scams. I saw a commercial on TV offering a “free book” that interested me. They only required me to pay $1 on my credit card for shipping. I went online and made my purchase and I got my book in the mail. Well, the fine print was that I had subscribed to

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ONLINE READER POLL Have you been to the Orange County Fair this year? Yes. I love the Fair! 25% Not yet, but I am definitely planning on it. 50% No. It is just not my thing. 25% Make sure to sound off each week on the “DP Times Poll of the Week” at www.danapointtimes.com. Then go to our community Message Board and share your opinions. www.danapointtimes.com. Bookmark it today! The DP Times Online Reader Polls are not scientific and do not reflect the opinion of the DP Times.

GUEST OPINION: Michael Beck, Vice President of Operations, Mission Hospital Laguna Beach

Mission Hospital: A Year Since the Move

t has been one year since Mission Hospital became your new neighbor in Laguna Beach. Time has flown by since we moved in last July, and I wanted to take this opportunity to share our progress and our vision for the future. I also want thank those of you who have shared your experiences with me, introduced yourselves and taken the time to speak with us about your healthcare needs and opinions. Without your open feedback, navigating through this first year successfully would not have been possible. Following our $3 million commitment in renovations prior to occupying the 50-year-old facility, we tackled an additional $8 million to $10 million for refurbishments. As these improvements help ensure the best and safest environment for our patients, their families and our employees, we also focused our attention beyond the hospital’s walls and into the community. With the invaluable help of 400 Laguna Beach residents last fall, we identified the health and quality of life needs of the community. This past spring, we shared those results with you through a variety of forums and worked with community members to prioritize and select the highest area of needs. Our primary focus in the community will be on the prevention of alcohol and substance use among youth. Furthermore, we are working with community partners to determine resources in the areas of mental health and depression, as well as job skills for the homeless. Though it isn’t possible to successfully (Cont. on page 9)

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SOAPBOX Harboring the Good Life: By Lisa Zawaski, Senior Water Quality Engineer, City of Dana Point

Pool & Spa Maintenance - Tips to Protect You, Your Family & the Environment W

ith the balmy early summer mornings subsiding, many residents will be preparing their pools for summertime fun. Please read the following tips on how to protect your family, friends and the environment when maintaining your pool. Pool/Spa Draining Although not necessary, many pool and spa owners choose to drain old pool water. Although some pools are plumbed to the sanitary sewer so the water drains through pipes to the sewer system, some older pools may not be, so in order to protect our water resources, it is important to make sure the following are met before draining pools to the outside: • The chlorine level must be less than 1 part per million (1 ppm). This can be done passively by letting the water sit for a few Lisa Zawaski days. You can test with your chlorine test kit. There are also de-chlorinating kits available at pool and home supply stores, if needed. • For salt water pools, the TDS must be less than 500 ppm. • The pH should be between 6.5 and 8.5. • The water should be free of algae, dirt or unusual coloration. Green pool water shall not be discharged to the street until the algae is treated and chlorine is below 1 ppm, as noted above. Once the above criteria are met, you can drain your pool to your lawn or landscaping to save irrigation water. If draining to landscaping is not feasible, it is allowable to drain the water to the street, provided that the flow and velocity are controlled so that it does not cause erosion or flooding or impact other property and the water meets the criteria listed above. Pool Construction & Repair Please be aware that in order to protect your family and friends’ safety, modifications to existing pools or the construction of new pools must comply with California Building Code regulations, including installing a five-foot safety fence/barrier and the California Health and Safety Code requirement to upgrade drain suction outlets with “anti-entrapment” covers. Pool construction, modification and repair require a City building permit. Please contact the City’s Building Department at 949-248-3594 or see www. danapoint.org/building for more information and handouts on these topics. Please also note that the discharge of any construction related materials, including washwater, to the streets is prohibited. Construction Best Management Practices (BMPs) to prevent discharge of materials and wastes to the streets and storm drains must be implemented during all

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construction projects. Please ensure that your contractors comply with the city’s water quality regulations. Filter Cleaning & Pool Chemicals Filter washwater, media and pool/spa chemicals cannot drain to the street. Filter washwater can be discharged to a pervious area, dumped into a utility sink or hauled offsite for proper disposal. The filter media, diatomaceous earth (DE), can be used for insect control as an alternative to chemical pesticides in your garden. Excess DE residue can be scooped up and thrown in the trash. Pool and spa chemicals can be disposed for free at the household hazardous waste collection center in San Juan Capistrano. Please call 714.834.6752 for more information on household hazardous waste or see www.oclandfills.com. Vacant/Green Pools Vacant pools with standing water can become a vector issue. You can report vacant, unmaintained pools to the Orange County Vector Control District at www.ocvcd.org for treatment or contact the City of Dana Point at 949.248.3564. Pools that are not being operated or maintained should be fully drained to alleviate standing water and vector concerns. Pools & Water Conservation It is recommended that outdoor pools, spas and water features be covered when not in use to minimize evaporation, heat loss and mosquito infestation. Following these tips will help you keep your pool safe for your family and the environment. If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Zawaski at 949.248.3584.

GUEST OPINION: Judy Jones, Candidate for State Assembly in the 73rd Assembly District which includes Dana Point

NO to Carrying Unloaded Guns T

he California State Assembly recently passed AB 1934, which would ban openly carrying unloaded handguns. Individuals will still be able to carry concealed weapon when they have a permit. AB 1934 is currently under consideration in State Senate committees. Our state Assemblywoman Diane Harkey voted against this bill even though it was supported by law-enforcement, local government and others seeking to balance public safety and gun rights. Currently, since loaded guns cannot be carried, law enforcement is restricted to determining whether a firearm is loaded or unloaded. Officers cannot run a serial number to check for a stolen gun or check whether the gun carrier is a felon, not allowed to carry a gun. Officers have more authority to check whether a person is legally driving a car than if the person has a permit to carry a gun. In addition, an unloaded gun can be loaded in two seconds, making the difference between loaded and www.danapointtimes.com

unloaded a minor issue. This is just a common sense measure to protect all of us in public places. Shouldn’t we be protecting our children, so that it’s harder, not easier for mass school shootings? Wouldn’t you feel less safe in a public place such as your local coffee shop if you saw someone, not an officer of the law, carrying a gun? To protect our children and give our officers a chance to effectively enforce the law, we need to vote Diane Harkey out of office. I would definitely vote for AB 1934 and other legislation that is supported by law enforcement and community leaders concerned with public safety. I would not be pressured by the special interest groups opposing this legislation. For more information, please visit Judy Jones for California State Assembly 73rd District website at www.judyjonesforassembly.net. PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the Dana Point Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@danapointtimes.com.

This column is a cooperative effort of the city of Dana Point and South Coast Water District to cultivate conscious living to protect and preserve our coastal neighborhoods and resources. If you have any suggestions for topics, please feel free to direct questions to lzawaski@danapoint.org (City of Dana Point) or lhomscheid@scwd.org (South Coast Water District). PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the Dana Point Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@danapointtimes.com.

Michael Beck (Cont. from page 8) tackle every identified need, we feel we can make the greatest impact by narrowing our efforts where they can be most effectual. We are now embarking on the second phase of our journey: Strategic planning. Over the next several months, we will be working with key stakeholders in the community to form collaboratives and develop strategies that address these issues. As we move forward with purpose, we will continue to seek ways to collectively work with you to ensure our efforts remain focused and effective. With this, we hope that our long term commitment to the coastal communities is evident. Mission Hospital has spent nearly 40 years caring for south Orange County residents and investing back into the communities we serve. We are dedicated to serving south Orange County’s beach cities with the same passion and attention. We understand that there is still a lot to learn from our new neighbors, and we will continue to seek opportunities for open dialogue with residents, our affiliated physicians, employees, volunteers and donors. From the polling process for our new name to multiple neighbor forums we have hosted, we hope that you feel welcomed to share your input with us. Already, it has been both humbling and rewarding to hear staff, volunteers and patients share their positive experiences with our hospital. We hope that our culture of providing advanced care and advanced caring will continue to resonate with those whom we’ve had the privilege to serve. In the years to follow, Mission Hospital is committed to establishing an enduring presence in the beach cities and continuing to provide residents with the compassionate, high-quality care you have come to expect from your local community hospital. We are admirably appreciative for the community’s support in welcoming us to this neighborhood and hope to discover new opportunities to work in partnership to enhance the quality of life in our beautiful beach communities. PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the Dana Point Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@ danapointtimes.com.

July 30–August 5, 2010 • Dana Point Times • Page 9

GETTING OUT

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

D a n a Po i nt

The List

A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and around town this week. Compiled by Tawnee Prazak

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Go See Do

Concert in the Park: Turn the Page

The next concert in the Dana Point Summer Concerts in the Park series will be held this Sunday, August 1 at Heritage Park. The show will be headlined by the band Turn the Page: A Tribute to Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band. Songs like “Night Moves,” “Still the Same,” “Rock and Roll Never Forgets” and “Old Time Rock and Roll” are faithfully recreated to provide the sound and excitement of a live Bob Seger concert. Turn the Page came about as a side project for the group’s original Southern Rock band, The Sam Morrison Band. “People continually commented on how much I sounded like Bob Seger and it was obvious that everyone loved his music,” said front man Sam Morrison. “No matter where we would perform, we constantly received

Soul Jam

7 p.m.-10 p.m. Live music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

Elliot

7 p.m.–11 p.m. The artist performs live piano every weekend at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

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Island Nights

6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. City of San Clemente hosts the festive family event at Ole Hanson Beach Club with swimming, arts & crafts, music by Steel Parade and dinner (fees apply). Cost $3 youth, $4 adult. 105 W. Avenida Pico, San Clemente, 949.361.8264, www.san-clemente.org.

Paul Thorn

8 p.m. Artist performs at The Coach House also with Missiles of October and Tom Buechi. Tickets $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

Live Latin Guitar

6 p.m.-9 p.m. Hang out at the Ritz’ newest ocean-front lounge, 18oblu, and enjoy live music, drinks, appetizers and more. One Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point, 949.240.5088, www.ritzcarlton.com.

John Legend

8 p.m. Popular artist performs at Pacific Amphitheatre at the OC Fair. Tickets start at $29.50. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.740.2000, www.ocfair.com.

Miles Schon Band

8 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Special performance at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

Dead Man Walking & Red Devil Squadron

9 p.m. ...Lost presents the concert at OC Tavern. Call for ticket info. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

Miles Schon Band

8 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Special performance at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

Sawdust Festival

10 a.m.-10 p.m. The annual summer art festival returns to Laguna Beach with displays, activities, food, music and much more. Runs through Aug. 29. General admission $7.75. 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.494.3030, www.sawdustartfestival.org.

Stolpman Vineyards Wine Tasting

5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Pete Stolpman, Owner/Winemaker, of Stolpman Vineyards in Los Olivos, who will bring some winery-only, new releases. They will be raffling off a few bottles. Tasting fee is $20 for seven wines with cheese, crackers & chocolate. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com. Page 10 • Dana Point Times • July 30–August 5, 2010

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Casino San Clemente Birthday Celebration

12 p.m.-4 p.m. A party celebrating the 73rd birthday of the historic landmark featuring live music, catered food by local restaurants, movies, kids activities and more. 140 W. Pico, San Clemente, 949.632.5605, linda@thelab.com.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

7:30 p.m. Final performance of this classic Shakespeare play as part of the ongoing Capistrano Shakespeare Festival at Comino Real Playhouse. Tickets $20. 31852 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.capistranocenter.com.

Sublime with Rome

7 p.m. Special concert at Pacific Amphitheatre at the OC Fair & Event Center. Tickets start at $25. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.740.2000, www.ocfair.com.

Night at the Awards

7:15 p.m. The Capistrano Valley Symphony performs The California Pops outdoors at Mission SJC. Call for tickets. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.240.8584, www.missionsjc.com, www.capistranovalleysymphony.org.

Caspers Campfire Program

8 p.m.-9 p.m. Fun and learning at Caspers Wilderness Park. Free. 33401 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.923.2210, www.ocparks.com.

Dana Point Farmers Market

9 a.m.–1 p.m. Fresh produce and much more every Saturday at La Plaza Park, intersection of PCH and Golden Lantern in Dana Point.

Dramarama

8 p.m. Popular band performs their hits live at The Coach House. Also feat. B.O.H. and Deal by Dusk. Tickets $18. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

Live Music Harbor Cruise

7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. The Wheeland Brothers perform onboard Dana Wharf’s live band music cruise; features indoor/outdoor seating and a full bar. Tickets $19. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com

Blue Whale Watching Safari

8 a.m.-1 p.m. Experts at Capt. Dave’s Dolphin Safari take you out to sea for five hours to search for whales with state-of-the-art equipment, underwater camera, brownies and more. Tickets $89. 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.488.2828, www.dolphinsafari.com.

requests to do more and more Bob Seger. He has so many great hits songs and since he [Bob] had not toured in over 11 years, everyone missed hearing the material live.” The show starts at 4:30 p.m. and runs through 6:30 p.m. Admission is free, but come hungry, as members of the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group and members of the Fighting 5th will be on hand selling delicious food. Proceeds from the food sales will go to support the 5th Marine Regiment. Heritage Park is located at 34400 Old Golden Lantern. For more information and a full listing of the entire summer concert lineup, log on to www.danapoint.org or call 949.248.3530. —AS

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Village Art Fair

9 a.m. Arts & crafts, jewelry, fine art, clothing, garden items and much more along Avenida Del Mar in downtown San Clemente the first Sunday of the month. www.villagesanclemente.org/ artfair.htm.

Tom Morey Jazz Brunch

11 a.m.-3 p.m. Live music during brunch at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

Summer Concerts in the Park

4:30 p.m.-6 p.m. Dana Point’s free concert series with Turn the Page, a tribute to Bob Seger, at Heritage Park; features fundraising for the 5th Marines with food and drinks. 34400 Old Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.248.3530, www.danapoint.org.

Mariachi Sol de Mexico de Jose Hernandez

7 p.m. Festive concert at The Hanger at the OC Fair & Event Center. Tickets $20. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.740.2000, www.ocfair.com.

Much Ado About Nothing

7:30 p.m. A classic Shakespeare play as part of the ongoing Capistrano Shakespeare Festival at Comino Real Playhouse. Tickets $20. 31852 El Camino Real, SJC, 949.489.8082, www.capistranocenter.com/capistranoshakespeare.htm.

Pageant of the Masters: Eat, Drink and Be Merry

8:30 p.m. Art comes alive at Laguna Beach’s famous attraction re-creating world-famous paintings on stage. Tickets $15-$100. Nightly shows. 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.494.1145, www.lagunafestivalofarts.org.

Hollywood Blonde

5:30 p.m. Live music at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

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Summer Theater Camp

9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Casa Romantica and the Arts and Learning Conservatory offer a two-week camp for students ages 8 to 15 who are interested in live theater. $275 per child. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

Horseback Riding Camp

9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Enjoy a weeklong summer camp where you can ride, learn and be around horses. Includes dress-up days, horse games, videos and more. Fee $400. Equi Sports International at Blenheim Farms, San Juan Capistrano. 949.201.8879, www.equisportsinternational.com. (Cont. on page 12) www.danapointtimes.com

GETTING OUT

DP Times Restaurant Spotlight

By Rachel Namson

Salt Creek on the Beach Burger

RATE IT!

33333 Paciﬁc Coast Highway, Dana Point, 949.661.1803 BEST KNOWN FOR: Burgers and ice cream

MOST POPULAR ITEM: Breakfast burrito, burger

Whether you are spending your day in the water or heading down for a quick lunch break, Salt Creek on the Beach Burger is a great destination. The concession stand overlooking beautiful Pacific Ocean is just as perfect for a quick snack as it is for a gourmet salad or sandwich. Since opening 24 years ago, owner John Efstathiou has transformed the snack shack into one of the best beach concession stands around. Salt Creek on the Beach Burger offers a full menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. “We have something for everyone,” said Efstathiou. “Kids enjoy our famous burgers and ice cream but we also have chicken sandwiches and salads for something different.” The burgers are a favorite, as well as the breakfast burritos—stuffed with scrambled eggs, melted cheese, hash browns, carne asada and fresh avocado—and the chicken sandwich is made with marinated chicken breast, melted jack and cheddar on grilled sourdough. And what better to top it all off than with the customary beach frozen treat—Hawaiian shave ice topped with sweet flavored syrup. “This is the best place to be—right on the beach, working with nice people, in a great environment with a spectacular view,” Efstathiou said. To further enhance the draw of the location, Efstathiou is planning a remodel in September which will include a dining bar and a new patio.

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PRICE RANGE: $1-$10 PAYMENT: Cash, credit card RESERVATIONS: Not necessary HOURS: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily during summer, open later on holidays and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday during the offseason, weather permitting

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Hidden House Coffee 31791 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano, 949.240.0200 (Rated on a scale of 1–5 stars)

ABOUT OUR REVIEWS: In each issue we’ll highlight universally critical points including “Most Popular Dish,” “Best Known For” and “Price Range.” But most importantly, we’re inviting you to participate each week and rate the restaurant based on your experiences. Go to www.danapointtimes.com and under “Restaurant Guide” rate it from 1 to 5. (Cont. from page 10)

MONDAY MADNESS WINE TASTING

5 p.m.-8 p.m. Join SC Wine Company for happy hour featuring three wines for $5 and cheese plates for $8. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar; 949.429.7067; www.scwinecompany.com.

POUL PEDERSON

7 p.m.-10 p.m. Acoustic rock at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

MOMMY MOVIE MONDAY

10 a.m. Screening of Dinner for Schmucks for parents of infants at the Krikorian, tickets $7.50. 641 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, 949.661.7469, www.kptmovies.com.

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2-FOR-1 TUESDAYS

Half price on all fishing trips, whale watching and other adventures at Dana Wharf every Tuesday. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

COUNTRY DANCIN’

7:30 p.m. Live country music and dance lessons with the Kelly Boyz at OC Tavern. Cover $5 before 9 p.m. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

WILL HEARD

8 p.m. Live music at BeachFire and “Taco Night.” No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

DENNY PEZZIN

7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. One-man show who plays everything at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

KIDS GARDEN DAY

10 a.m.-12 p.m. Kids explore produce gardens, taste fresh vegetables, and decorate and take home a pot with seeds at the Mission. Admission $5–$9. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com.

SALSA NIGHT

COMEDY NIGHT

9:30 p.m. New comics every week at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant, 21+ no cover. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 92672, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

MAX BENNETT & PRIVATE RESERVE

7:30 p.m.-1 p.m. Jazz artist who’s played with the best at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

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PUPPET ART

11 a.m. A puppet show featuring Tommy’s Pirate Adventure for kids presented by the DP Library at Sea Terrace Park; pick up parking pass for Salt Creek Beach at the library before event. 949.496.5517, www.ocpl.org.

BLUE WHALE WATCHING TOUR

9 a.m. Experts at Capt. Dave’s Dolphin Safari take you out to sea to search for whales with state-of-the-art equipment, treats and more. Adults $55, kids $35. 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.488.2828, www.dolphinsafari.com.

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MALOOF MONEY CUP

12:30 p.m. Skateboarding championship competition in the Action Sports Arena at the OC Fair ongoing through Sunday, August 8. Tickets start at $15. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.740.2000, www.ocfair.com.

THE SIMMONS EFFECT

1 p.m.-5 p.m. Surf exhibit at the Suring Heritage Foundation. Through Aug. 10. 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente, 949.388.0313, www.surfingheritage.org. Page 12 • Dana Point Times • July 30–August 5, 2010

Ramona and Beezus Grow Up

8 p.m.–12 a.m. Juan Carlos and his band spice up the scene at Brio Tuscany Grille every Wednesday. 24050 Camino del Avion, Suite B, Dana Point, 949.443.1476, www.briorestaurant.com.

POOL & KARAOKE

3 p.m.–close. Play pool for free at Knuckle Heads. Karaoke starts at 9 p.m. 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.2410.

AT THE MOVIES

8 p.m. Popular band plays at Pacific Amphitheatre at the OC Fair. Tickets start at $19.50. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.740.2000, www.ocfair.com. 8 p.m. Popular rock band at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

ART, JAZZ, WINE & CHOCOLATE

5 p.m.-8 p.m. Jazz meets wine & chocolate in a special event at the Festival of Arts every Thursday. Admission $7, tasting fee $12. 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.494.1145, www.lagunafestivalofarts.org.

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Ramona and Beezus is the recurring theme of how fourth grader Ramona (Joey King) tries to always help out and be original, but somehow ends up making matters worse in the process. And it doesn’t help that her teenage sister Beatrice “Beezus” (Selena Gomez) is just too busy and important for Ramona to be noticed by her parents (John Corbett and Bridget Moynahan). She can’t go to school without embarrassing herself and everyone has less patience for her antics. She’s like any other 9-year-old, and through her eyes everything comes off as wonderfully over-animated and colorful—literally—at some points in the movie. For those of us who remember our childhood days of reading books by Beverly Cleary, you may be familiar with this particular work from the author, or the succession of books that followed. Elizabeth Allen’s screen adaptation has been updated for the audience, but still remains culturally ambiguous for a change (not many noticeable computers or cell phones are seen on screen). King leads the story decently for a young actor who is practically in every scene of the film, and manages to never go stale or redundant with her emotions. Disney princess Selena Gomez is the bratty but cute older sister that is never too annoying, unlike so many other older siblings in family films. And Corbett and Moynahan bode well in their roles as parents. Ginnifer Goodwin is the understanding and fun aunt Ramona idolizes, while hunky Josh Duhamel is the next door neighbor Ramona also tries to outwit. Viewers who have seen and enjoyed other family movies such as Harriet the Spy or The Baby-Sitters Club may find Ramona and Beezus somewhat repetitive in theme with kids and growing up, but it is still charming and entertaining all the same. It’s definitely a 5- to 11-year-old type film but just as fitting for older siblings to take their little sister to while the parents are out on a relaxing date night. DP —Megan Bianco www.danapointtimes.com

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

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Progress and Preservation Dana Point Historical Society presents the city with a plaque to commemorate the new arch gateway to Doheny State Park and honor the preservation of the old arch By Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

t the July 26 City Council meeting, Dana Point Historical Society President Carlos N. Olvera presented Mayor Weinberg with a plaque commemorating the construction of the new arched gateway into Doheny State Park that was built during the construction of the new pedestrian bridge over Pacific Coast Highway. The plaque includes a rendering by local artist Cubby Rayfield of the old arch and wall build in 1936—a replica now stands near the entrance to the Doheny State Campground—to honor the history of the “old wall” and highlight the Historical Society’s efforts to refurbish it as part of their historic preservation programs in the city. As Olvera presented the plaque to Director of Public Works and Engineering Brad Fowler and Mayor Steven Weinberg, he said, “I would also like to recognize the city’s continuous effort in historic preservation—with the historic register, 26 houses, one schooner, preservation of the 1929 era curb and gutter stamp program and the design of the pedestrian bridge with a mural taken from our photo collection.” Historical Society member Rodney Howorth was charged with making the plaque project happen as Project Team Leader. “I was asked by Carlos to produce a plaque for the city to place at the new entrance to Doheny State Park adjacent to the new pedestrian bridge on PCH,” said Howorth. “The plaque was to pay tribute to the old Doheny wall and arch built in 1936 and it was to feature historical facts and a drawing of the old Doheny wall arch. We generated the wording and I solicited the help of Cubby Rayfield, a very talented local artist, who was glad to help us out in providing the arch drawing. I worked with State Parks staff and Brad Fowler, as well as the DPHS Board on everything we were doing. I passed by this morning (July 29) and was excited to see the plaque mounted and ready for all to enjoy as a ‘thank you’ the city for their proactive stance in historic preservation.” The plaque is mounted on the Doheny side of PCH at the new entrance to the park near the elevator at the new pedestrian bridge. DP Top: The Dana Point Historical Society presents a plaque commemorating the reconstruction of the gate into Doheny State Park. (L to R) Cubby Rayfield the artist who drew the picture of the old archway for the plaque, Director of Public Works and Engineering Brad Fowler, Mayor Steven Weinberg, Historical Society President Carlos N. Olvera and Project Team Leader Rodney Howorth. Courtesy photo Bottom right: The commemorative plaque that is mounted adjacent to the new archway entrance to Doheny Park as part of the recently constructed pedestrian bridge over PCH. Courtesy photo Bottom left: The old arch replica as it stands today. Photo by Andrea Swayne Page 14 • Dana Point Times • July 30–August 5, 2010

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ARCHITECTURE - PLANNING Jim Ettinger Design 949.246.0224 33742 Big Sur St., jimettingerdesign@cox.net Nona Associates - Raymond J. Nona A.I.A. 26901 Camino de Estrella, 949.496.2275 www.raynona.com

ATTORNEY James D. Hornbuckle, Esq. 949.499.7370 34204 Pacific Coast Hwy, www.dixonlawcorp.com

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EMBROIDERY

ABC Signs & Embroidery Shop Accurate Bookeeping 949.412.5345 34135 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste. E, lisathebookkeeper@yahoo.com www.abcembroideryshop.com

CAFE - DELI Coffee Importers Espresso Bar 949.493.7773 34531 Golden Lantern, www.coffeeimporters.com

FITNESS PROGRAMS

949.388.8102

Fit Club - Boot Camp 949.831.7984 www.afitclub.com Jazzercise, O.C. Sailing & Events Center 34451 Ensenada Place, 949.492.7817 www.danapointjazz.com

949.661.3151

Under-Wraps Gift Baskets 949.291.0300 mariannedorsey@cox.net, www.giftbasketsbyunderwraps.com

CATERING Smokey’s House of BBQ 32860 Pacific Coast Hwy. #4, www.SmokeysHouseofBBQ.com

949.248.1007

GIFT BASKETS

CHRISTIAN CHURCHES Christian Science Services 34102 La Plaza

HANDYMAN SERVICES

CLUTTER CONSULTANT Organize/Simplify - Terri Hochman hochmans@cox.net

949.521.1632

Robert’s Professional Handyman Services Lic. # B853695 949.606.6425

HAIR SALONS

COFFEE SHOP Coffee Importers Espresso Bar 949.493.7773 34531 Golden Lantern, www.coffeeimporters.com

COMPUTER REPAIR & SERVICES Solution Tek-nologies 949.400.0080 www.solutiontek-nologies.com

CONTRACTORs - GENERAL Creative Environments Construction 949.496.3728 Design & Build #464468

Contractors - Painting LH Painting, CA LIC. # 647760 949.240.8795 33391 Sea Bright Dr., www.lhpainting.com

Monarch Bay Haircutters 949.496.1957 20 Monarch Bay Plaza Paragon Salon 949.489.1955 34161 Pacific Coast Hwy. Utopia Salon 949.661.1664 Barry 949.661.1664 Gary 949.231.9755 Morgan 949.433.3960 24582 Del Prado, #B, www.barrysutopia.com

ICE CREAM Coffee Importers Scoop Deck 949.493.7773 34531 Golden Lantern, www.coffeeimporters.com

Insurance Services

COSMETICS

Statefarm/Elaine LaVine 949.240.8944 Mary Kay Cosmetics & Career 949.248.2868 34080 Golden Lantern, www.elainelavine.net 949.661.3200 Opportunities, Ind. Sales Director - Marline Adams, Ted Bowersox 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste 204, www.marykay.com/madams2 www.statefarm.com

DENTISTS

Dr. Hannah Lewis, DDS 949.496.5713 24655 Unit E La Plaza, www.danapointsmiles.com

DOG GROOMING Dawgy Style 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste. 112, www.todawgystyle.com

949.496.3315

INTERIOR DESIGN Norma Mardian Interior Design 949.492.6271 www.nminteriordesign.com

Jeweler Dana Point Jeweler 949.489.1165 24845 Del Prado, www.danapointjeweler.com

ROOFING SIGNS

MUSIC INSTRUCTION

Kenny’s Music & Guitars 949.661.3984 ABC Signs & Embroidery Shop 34135 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste. E, 24731 La Plaza, www.kennysmusicstore.com Danman’s Music School 949.242.4431 www.abcembroideryshop.com 24699 Del Prado,www.danmans.com

949.248.1007

Surf Shops

Party Hosting The Party Girl www.ocpartygirl.com

949.212.1277

Painting LH Painting, CA LIC. # 647760 949.240.8795 33391 Sea Bright Dr., www.lhpainting.com

ELECTRICAL

Bookkeeping

LANDSCAPING/SPRINKLERS

949.246.7740 Sunburst Landscaping 949.632.0081 Capistrano Roofing, Inc. www.sunlandscape.webs.com 949.493.3670 Lic# 936828, www.caporoofing.com

PET GROOMING Dawgy Style 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy #112, www.todawgystyle.com

949.496.3315

PIZZA Beach Cities Pizza 34473 Golden Lantern St. 34155 Pacific Coast Hwy.

949.496.0606 949.496.2670

Plumbing

Girl in the Curl Surf Shop 949.661.4475 34116 Pacific Coast Hwy., www.girlinthecurl.com Infinity Surfboards 949.661.6699 24382 Del Prado, www.infinitysurf.com Jack’s Surfboards 949.276.8080 34320 Pacific Coast Hwy, www.jackssurfboards.com

TUTORING Mathnasium 949.388.6555 32411 Golden Lantern, Ste. Q, www.mathnasium.com

Upholstery Dana Point Upholstery 949.240.2292 24402 Del Prado Jeddy’s Yacht & Home Interiors 949.240.9569 34118 Pacific Coast Hwy, www.jeddys.com

Window Coverings Jeddy’s Yacht & Home Interiors 949.240.9569 34118 Pacific Coast Hwy, www.jeddys.com

A to Z Leak Detection 949.499.4464 WINDOW CLEANING www.atozleakdetection.com Chick’s Plumbing 949.496.9731 Wonderful Windows 34172 Doheny Park Road, www.chicksplumbing.com www.wonderfulwindows.com DC Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning www.dcplumbing.net 949.365.9044 King’s Plumbing 949.661.2709, 949.230.5464

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PRINT SHOP Beacon Printing - Brad & Judy Brandmeier 24681 La Plaza, Ste. 125 949.661.3877 beaconprinting@sbcglobal.net Printing OC 949.388.4888 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com

PSYCHOTHERAPY Corinne Rupert PhD, PsyD, MFT 949.488.2648 33971 Selva Rd. Ste. 125, www.danapointpsychotherapy.com Michael Hoffman, MFT 949.212.4149 www.michaelhoffmanmft.com

REAL ESTATE - RESIDENTIAL Altera Real Estate, Shirley Tenger 949.487.7700 33522 Niguel Road, www.tengerteam.com JHill & Associates 949.488.7653 25471 Evans Pointe, www.hillrealty.org Jill McGovern Real Estate 949.481.5259 34231 Doheny Park Rd., www.jillmcgovern.com Lantern Bay Realty 949.661.6441 34179 Golden Lantern, Ste. 103, www.lanternbayrealty.com

RESTAURANTS Agostino’s By The Sea 949.661.8266 34700 Coast Hwy., Ste 100, www.agostinosbythesea.com Brio Tuscany Grille 949.443.1476 24050 Camino Del Avion, www.briorestaurant.com Gemmell’s French Restaurant 949.234.0063 34471 Golden Lantern, www.gemmellsrestaurant.com Jolly Roger Restaurant 949.496.0855 34661 Golden Lantern, www.aloharestaurants.com Smokey’s House of BBQ 949.388.8102 32860 Pacific Coast Hwy. #4, www.SmokeysHouseofBBQ.com

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SPORTS

5 Best Bets

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BASEBALL

Stories, scores, schedules & more

SOCCER

Rangers vs. Angels, Angel Stadium July 30, 7:05 p.m. The Angels will get a solid crack at closing in on the AL West leading Texas Rangers in the first of a three-game series.

Info: www.losangeles.angels. mlb.com

BASEBALL

VOLLEYBALL CLINIC

Fire vs. Galaxy, Home Depot Center August 1, 4:30 p.m.

Padres vs. Dodgers, Dodger Stadium August 2, 7:10 p.m.

With a commanding lead in the Western Conference, the LA Galaxy (122-4) will host the Eastern Conference’s Chicago Fire in a key match.

The dog days of summer are winding down and the Dodgers need to set the tone as they take on San Diego who leads the pack in the NL West.

Info: www.lagalaxy.com

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949 Athletics, San Juan Capistrano Sports Park August 2-5, 9 a.m.-11 a.m.

Info: www.losangeles.dodgers.mlb.com

Offered by the coaching staff of 949 Volleyball Club, players ages 10-14 and 15-18 can learn more skills on the court by focusing on fundamentals. The cost is $135 per session.

WOMENS BASKETBALL

Sky vs. Sparks, Staples Center August 4, 7:30 p.m. The ladies from Los Angeles are looking for a little redemption against the Chicago Fire as both teams will meet for the second time this season. Info: www.wnba.com/sparks

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US Open of Surfing Preview

ASP raises men’s prize purse to $250,000 and awards the event Prime status 2010 US OPEN OF SURFING® Event Schedule: Saturday, July 31 - Sunday, August 8 DATE

By Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

he largest professional surfing competition in the world—the US Open of Surfing—is set to run July 31 through August 8 at the Huntington Beach Pier. This year’s presenting sponsors, Hurley, Nike 6.0 and Converse and producers IMG Action Sports have together with the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) joined forces to once again take the event to the next level—ASP Prime status—which promises to attract an even larger pool of the world’s top ASP World Tour athletes to the competition. “I couldn’t be happier,” Huntington Beachbased pro surfer Brett Simpson said in an ASP press release. “It’s a huge addition to this year’s high class ASP Prime series. It always turns out to be one of the more dramatic events of the year, and the addition of ASP Prime status is indicative of the prestige and audience numbers surrounding the event. The top surfers come to Surf City in the prime time of summer as they battle it out in the biggest arena on the globe.” The nine-day event—a 50-year tradition— will play host to a field of 500 world-class surfers and spectators numbering in the range of 500,000 at the 20,000 square foot Festival Village and Surf Stadium. The Festival Village will feature over 100 exhibits by action sports retail companies, music, autograph signings, food, prize giveaways and live bands on the concert stage as well as BMX and skateboarding competition venues. The event is free to the public. For more information including a full schedule of non-surfing events and a live webcast, log on to www.usopenofsurfing.com. DP

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8:00 AM

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Men (Rnd 2 (96): Heats 19 - 24)

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8:00 AM

12:11 PM

Junior Men (Rnd 1 (64): Heats 1 - 12)

5-Aug

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12:12 PM

2:59 PM

Junior Men (Rnd 2 (48): Heats 1 - 8)

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Junior Women (Qtr: Heats 1 - 4)

6-Aug

8:00 AM

11:27 AM

Men (Rnd 4: Heats 1 - 8)

6-Aug

11:28 AM

1:11 PM

Women (Qtr: Heats 1-4)

1-Aug

10:47 AM Junior Men ( Rnd 3 (32): Heats 1 - 8)

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2:45 PM

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10:48 AM

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Men’s Trials (Rnd 1 (32): Heats 1 - 8)

1-Aug

1:36 PM

2:59 PM

Men’s Trials (Qtr: Heats 1 - 4)

7-Aug

8:00 AM

11:27 AM

Men (Rnd 5 (16): Heats 1 - 8) **2-man Heats

1-Aug

3:00 PM

3:51 PM

Men’s Trials (Semi 1 & 2)

7-Aug

12:09 AM

1:00 PM

Women (Semi: Heats 1 & 2)

1-Aug

3:52 PM

4:33 PM

Junior Women (Semi 1 & 2)

7-Aug

1:32 PM

2:13 PM

Junior Men (Semi: Heats 1 &2)

7-Aug

2:45 PM

3:05 PM

Junior Women (Final)

2-Aug

7:30 AM

9:35 AM

Women (Rnd 1: Heats 1 - 6)

7-Aug

3:27 PM

3:57 PM

Women (Final)

2-Aug

9:36 AM

1:47 PM

Women (Rnd 2: Heats 1 - 12)

7-Aug

3:58 PM

4:28 PM

“Awards (Women, Junior Women & LRO)”

2-Aug

1:48 PM

4:23 PM

Women (Rnd 3: Heats 1 - 6)

8-Aug

8:00 AM

9:43 AM

Men (Qtr: Heats 1 - 4)** Man on Man

3-Aug

7:30 AM

9:13 AM

Women (Rnd 4: Heats 1 - 4)

8-Aug

9:44 AM

10:35 AM

Men (Semi: Heats 1 & 2)** Man on Man

3-Aug

9:14 AM

4:09 PM

Men (Rnd 1: Heats 1 - 16)

8-Aug

10:57 AM

11:27 AM

Junior Men (Final)

8-Aug

11:59 PM

12:34 PM

Men (Final)

4-Aug

8-Aug

12:35 PM

1:05 PM

Awards Ceremony - Men & Junior Men

7:30 AM

3:17 PM

Men (Rnd 2 (96): Heats 1 - 18)

Golf Tournament to Raise Funds for Cystic Fibrosis The Mauli Ola Foundation presents the 3rd Annual Surfers for Cystic Fibrosis Golf Tournament on August 3 at Monarch Beach Golf Links in Dana Point. Proceeds from the event will support the Mauli Ola National Cystic Fibrosis Surf Experience Day tour—a 22-stop national tour introducing the healing properties of surfing to Cystic Fibrosis patients. The event will kick off at 1 p.m. with a shotgun scramble and will be followed by a live auction and after party, featuring the Waterhouse Band. Honored guests will include Makua Rothman, Kala Alexander, Sunny Garcia, Buttons Kaluhiokalani, Bruce and Andy Irons, Joel Parkinson, Dusty Payne, Julian Wilson, Wee Man, Christian Fletcher, Michelle Sheptak, Trigger Gumm, Shawna Burroghs, Jenna Jameson and girls and Tito Ortiz. For more information, please contact Steve Swanson, event coordinator by phone 949.892.7624, email sswanson@mauliola.org, or visit www.mauliola.org/events.html. —AS

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SCOREBOARD KICKBALL/SOFTBALL CITY OF DANA POINT ADULT SOFTBALL & KICKBALL STANDINGS: JULY 28, 2010 Key: W=wins, L=losses, T=ties MONDAY SOFTBALL: 1. Prestige Worldwide, W-3, L-0, T-0; =2. No Glove No Love, W-2, L-1, T-0; =2. Feel the Heat, W-2, L-1, T-0; =4. Dr. Eckl’s Green Team, W-1, L-2, T-0; =4. The Blasters, W-1, L-1, T-0; 6. Caliente Cantina, W-0, L-3, T-0. MONDAY KICKBALL: 1. Skills that Kill, W-2, L-1, T-0; 2. Cobra Kai, W-1, L-1, T-1; 3. bAllStars, W-1, L-2, T-0; 4. St. Regis Blue Ball Crushers, W-0, L-2, T-1. WEDNESDAY SOFTBALL: 1. Ricardo’s Place, W-3, L-0, T-0; 2. Where My Pitches At?, W-2, L-1, T-0; =3. Da Playaz, W-1, L-2, T-0; =3. Balls & Dolls, W-1, L-2, T-0. WEDNESDAY KICKBALL: 1. Absolut Ballers, W-3, L-0, T-0; =2. Free Ballers, W-2, L-1, T-0; =2. Dirtbags, W-2, L-1, T-0; =4. Mixed Nuts, W-1, L-2, T-0; =4. Sofa Kings, W-1, L-2, T-0; 6. The Ballers, W-0, L-2, T-0. For information on adult softball and kickball leagues, contact Dana Point Community Services and Parks Department Recreation Coordinator Kolleen Wallace at 949.248.3538 or log on to www.danapoint.org/recreation.