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VOLUME 3, ISSUE 34

Making the Rounds

Exploring the karaoke culture E Y E Oof N Dsouth P/ PAG E 6Orange County E Y E O N D P/ PAG E 5 Monday night at Hennessey’s Tavern brings out talented local karaoke enthusiasts (L to R) KJ (karaoke jockey) Andrea Kooiman, Krystal Tipton, Hung Tran and Devin Davis. Photo by Andrea Swayne

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City and Business Calendar Saturday, August 21 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

Sunday, August 22 Summer Concerts in the Park-Men of Worth 3 p.m.-6 p.m. This week’s concert features the Irish folk sounds

of Men of Worth, with opening act The Girlz with Sandii Castleberry. Admission is free. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Lantern Bay Park, 25111 Park Lantern Road, 949.248.3530, www.danapoint.org

Tuesday, August 24 Ocean Water Quality Subcommittee Meeting - Canceled For more information please call 949.248.3597 or log on to www. danapoint.org

Thursday, August 26 Senior Twilight Dinner 5 p.m. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street, 949.248.3536, www.danapoint.org Shakespeare in the Park 6 p.m. The Dana Point Theater Company presents “Romeo and Juliet” at Lantern Bay Park, 25111 Park Lantern Road. Admission is free but there will be bins accepting canned food donations to Second Harvest Food Bank. There will also be raffle tickets available for purchase for a prize worth $250.

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….Monarch Beach Beautification Project?

THE LATEST: A beautification project initiated by the Monarch Bay Homeowners Association has begun along Pacific Coast Highway in front of Monarch Bay. The project is the joint effort of the HOA and the city. Work is being done by O’Connell LandscapeMaintenance and includes the clearing of old overgrown plants, putting in a new irrigation system and planting new drought tolerant landscaping. A small portion of the area is actually public right of way so the city is participating financially to the tune of $75,000 to complement what the HOA is doing on their property according to Brad Fowler Director of Public Works and Engineering. City Council authorized the city’s participation in the joint landscape improvement project at a regular City Council meeting on November 9, 2009. WHAT’S NEXT: “The clearing has been done. The irrigation system is currently going in and the project is moving along quite well,” said Fowler. “We expect work to be done within a couple of weeks.” The city is also in the process of obtaining grant funds to begin construction of an entry median on PCH at the border of Laguna Beach. This project is expected to begin some time this winter. FIND OUT MORE: For more information on either project call the Public Works Department at 949.248.3582 —Andrea Swayne

…Election Order on Ballot?

THE LATEST: The California Secretary of State drew the randomized alphabet that determines the order that candidates’ names will appear on the November 2, 2010 ballot. As a result of this drawing, the names (and occupations) of the five Dana Point City Council candidates to fill three seats on City Council will appear on the ballot in the following order: Steven H. Weinberg, Mayor, City of www.danapointtimes.com

Dana Point; Dana Kislig, Law student/father; William (Bill) Brough, Dana Point business owner; Joel Bishop, City Councilmember/ local businessman and Lisa Bartlett, City Councilmember/businesswoman WHAT’S NEXT: All of the five candidates have submitted Candidate Statement to be printed in the Sample Ballot. Stay tuned to the DP Times for comprehensive election coverage beginning in September. FIND OUT MORE: To read the ballot statements of all five candidates, log on to www. danapointtimes.com —AS

…Butterfield Convicted?

THE LATEST: The trial of Clarence Eugene Butterfield, 57, concluded on August 19 in Department C-45 of the Central Justice Center in Santa Ana. According to an August 19 Orange County District Attorney’s office press release, the former San Clemente/ Capistrano Beach resident was convicted of one felony count of special circumstances first-degree murder of his daughter Rebekah Butterfield, 21, during the commission of torture and mayhem and one felony count of assault with a firearm. Butterfield was accused of murdering his daughter, Rebekah in December 2006 by torturing her, tying her up and stuffing her into the freezer—to suffocate—in the RV he had been living in, in and around Capistrano Beach. Butterfield allegedly lived in the RV for two years with his daughter’s body in the freezer. WHAT’S NEXT: Due to the special circumstances conviction, Butterfield will face a sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole at his October 8 sentencing. Superior Court Judge Francisco Briseno will hand down the sentence. FIND OUT MORE: Search case number 09ZF0077 at www.orangecountyda.com and www.occourts.org. Log on to www.danapointtimes.com to read the full story. —AS

…Lawsuits in the CUSD Election?

THE LATEST: A flurry of lawsuits challenging the ballot statements of about half the candidates running for the Capistrano Unified School District Board of Education were filed in Orange County Superior Court on August 16. San Clemente resident James Eichenbaum has filed a lawsuit challenging the ballot statements of Ken Lopez Maddox, Ellen Addonizio, Anna Bryson and Larry Christensen. Another voter, Jaime Holt, filed a separate lawsuit challenging San Clemente Trustee Mike Winsten’s statement, while Republican activist Greg Powers filed still another suit challenging San Clemente resident John Alpay’s ballot statement. Winsten is facing a recall; Alpay is running for that office if Winsten does not have voters’ support. The law says the 200-word statement must stick to a candidate’s qualifications and education and not attack other candidates. Each of the lawsuit parses the statements and debates many of the points, such as whether trustees can raise taxes, have fought to keep class sizes smaller, and in the case of Ken Lopez Maddox and Winsten, what names they can use on the ballot. WHAT’S NEXT: The cases will be heard quickly to meet the printing deadline of the ballot pamphlets. The statements can be amended or left alone, based on the judge’s decision. When former Trustees Marlene Draper and Sheila Benecke faced a recall, political supporters of the current board filed a similar lawsuit, and those trustees went without ballot statements rather than risk attorney’s costs. FIND OUT MORE: See the lawsuits at the Beyond the Blackboard blog at www.danapointtimes.com —Jonathan Volzke

…New President for Boys and Girls Club?

THE LATEST: San Clemente resident Bill

Cole is the new president of the Boys and Girls Club of Capistrano Valley—serving Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano and surrounding communities—coming to the post with a wealth of personal investment in local youth and professional experience. He is a vice president of Independence Bank, a community bank headquartered in Newport Beach serving consumer and business customers. Originally from Baltimore, Md., Cole lived in Dallas for several years before settling into San Clemente with his family. In addition to his responsibilities as President of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley, he serves on the board of the Southern California Venture Network and is an active member of the National Ski Patrol. Cole and his family thoroughly enjoy living in Southern California and love taking advantage of the many outdoor activities the area offers. Cole said in a statement that he is elated to serve in his new post and looks forward to continuing the organization’s mission to serve and benefit local youth. “It is my honor to serve as the president of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley,” he said. “For nearly 20 years, the club has provided excellent care and support for its members enabling them to understand their full potential. The tremendous work of the club would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of its staff, volunteers, board members and our generous supporters. It is my goal to ensure that the investment in our youth will continue to pay dividends well into the future.” WHAT’S NEXT: “Bill has been a great volunteer over the last five years and I am confident he will make a very astute and committed president,” said Executive Director James Littlejohn. “He truly understands the role the Boys & Girls Club plays in the community.” Cole, who took office on July 1, will serve in the position for two years. FIND OUT MORE: For more information about the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley, call 949.240.7898 or visit www.bgccapo. com —JV/AS August 20–26, 2010 • Dana Point Times • Page 3

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Making the Rounds

Here is a weekly selection of establishments that offer karaoke in the area: // Monday // Smokey Karaoke at BeachFire, starts at 9 p.m. 204 Avenida Del Mar, Suite D, San Clemente, 949.366.3232.

Exploring the karaoke culture of south Orange County

Hennessey’s Tavern, starts at 11 p.m. 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121.

By Christina Scannapiego Dana Point Times

Taka-O Japanese Restaurant, starts at 8:30 p.m. 425 North El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.498.7111.

hen Hung Tran walks into TakaO—or any other karaoke bar on his “circuit”—the crowd knows that “the Asian Morrissey” or “the Asian Elvis” has arrived. Tran’s circuit (every karaokegoer has their own) includes Taka-O in San Clemente, Hennessey’s Tavern in Dana Point, Patsy’s Irish Pub in Laguna Niguel and Mission Viejo, McLure’s Bar in Irvine, Hogue Barmichael’s in Newport Beach and Detroit Bar in Costa Mesa—the crème de la crème for karaoke spots, according to Tran, where you’ll find plenty of “ringers” (people who are spot on versions of the musical artist they want to emulate). “There’s a Jewel, Alanis Morissette, even an Iron Maiden guy,” he says. To think that a karaoke subculture has brushed with the South Orange County bar scene may seem unlikely but the fact is the once-Asian, now worldwide, phenomenon is alive and kicking at all of our little, local watering holes. Despite, the majority of people who end up embarrassing themselves in the karaoke part of a bar at the end of a long night involving many cocktails, the regulars who frequent karaoke joints usually do so because, well, they’re actually good at it. And the scene can be quite competitive. When FunnyOrDie.com (a website that enlists celebrities to star in short, funny videos) recently disguised Jewel as an unrecognizable business woman and sent her into a karaoke bar to perform her own hits—their idea of a practical joke—no one in the crowd seemed too disturbed by the stunt at the time, but a wave of resentment rippled through the community of karaoke aficionados afterwards. “Karaoke is supposed to be fun and entertaining because it lets us amateurs live a moment in the spotlight,” one blogger complains of the prank. “Karaoke is a scene where an ordinary person can reveal a kind of talent that only celebrities are suspected to have,” agrees another. “Some people think they’re so good and do Bohemian Rhapsody (Queen) or Paradise by the Dashboard Light (Meat Loaf) just to hear their own voices,” Tran says. “There’s a lot of ego involved.” Though Tran says he’s in it for fun, 15 minutes of fame (or, more like eight or nine minutes—the length of two songs, at most) and to make people laugh, others take it a lot more seriously and enter national karaoke competitions. Either way, both groups are forces to be reckoned with when under the lights and in front of the mic. But karaoke doesn’t always click right away—singing someone else’s song takes practice. Tran’s penchant for karaoke first sparked in 2005 at Hennessey’s Tavern in Dana Point, watching others perform. “I can do this,” he told himself. So he gave his first karaoke song ever, I’ll Stop the World and Melt with You—a late ’80s pop song by Modern English—a shot and knew the performance could be better. He went home and sang the tune over and over again, memorizing every nuance and inflection in www.danapointtimes.com

// Tuesday // Knuckleheads, starts at 9 p.m. 1717 North El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.2410. Brio Tuscany Grill, starts at 8 p.m. 24050 Camino Del Avion, Dana Point, 949.443.1476. Taka-O Japanese Restaurant, starts at 8:30 p.m. 425 North El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.498.7111. Patsy’s Irish Pub, starts at 9:30 p.m. 28971 Golden Lantern # 108, Laguna Niguel, 949.249.2604. // Wednesday // Swallows Inn, starts at 7 p.m. 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.3188. Taka-O Japanese Restaurant, starts at 8:30 p.m. 425 North El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.498.7111. Patsy’s Irish Pub, starts at 9:30 p.m. 28971 Golden Lantern # 108, Laguna Niguel, 949.249.2604. Monday night at Hennessey’s Tavern brings out talented local karaoke enthusiasts (L to R) Andrea Kooiman (Mission Viejo), Devin Davis of (San Clemente) Hector Rivera (San Clemente), Krystal Tipton (Laguna Niguel) and Hung Tran (Laguna Niguel). Photo by Andrea Swayne

the number. “Karaoke’s like learning to surf,” says the Laguna Niguel resident. “You’re not good at first.” He began memorizing all the songs he liked and incessantly watching artists, like Morrissey, on YouTube. Soon, not only did Tran have the songs down, but he’d assumed their personas as well, imitating Morrissey and Elvis’ mannerisms right down to their very different accents. On Halloween night, every year, he even dons his best Elvis get-up for a night of crooning hits by the King. “Now, when I walk into a bar and people call me Elvis, it’s a great feeling. I just say, ‘It’s not me, man, it’s the voice,’” he jokes. And though some karaoke impersonators probably hope to take their acts to Las Vegas, for Tran—like so many others—he really just wants to rile up a crowd with some entertainment and humor, which is the reason his routine always includes a little comedy shtick before and after his songs. It’s like making a kind of name for oneself in that proverbial small pond, even if it comes in the form of Alicia Keys, Dolly Parton, Stevie Nicks or Al Green. “If you come around [the Swallow’s Inn] on Wednesday nights and you’re friendly, social and start singing, you’re a star here,” says Josephine, an assistant for the Swallow’s Inn karaoke DJ, Les. Like Tran, years ago Josephine’s friends invited her out to a night of karaoke and picked out some songs for her to sing. Now

bar goers beg her for her best Piece of My Heart or Me & Bobby McGee—delivering on her best Janis Joplin imitation; raspy bellowing, hair shaking and all. Because that minor bout with fame can start to become an addiction, the excitement calls the regulars back every week. Tran likens the feeling to skydiving or getting barreled in surfing. “When the mood strikes and I want to feel that adrenalin rush, I hit a karaoke bar,” he admits. “It’s a happiness thing and, unlike the ocean—which doesn’t always deliver good waves—karaoke provides instant happiness. I live for that moment.” But perhaps even a more popular reason for most people to keep coming back, other than a shot at celebrity, is the idea that Gary Portnoy and Judy Hart Angelo wrote about in the Cheers theme song: “Making your way in the world today takes everything you’ve got. Taking a break from all your worries sure would help a lot … Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name—and they’re always glad you came.” Weekly karaoke nights provide enthusiasts with something fun and different to do at their local watering hole. It’s an event. “I’m a San Juan guy and this is a San Juan bar,” Jim Gresham says of the Swallow’s Inn after belting out Toby Keith’s patriotic single, American Soldier (a dedication to his daughter, who’d just returned from Iraq), clad in his customary Western attire, complete with white cowboy hat. Greshem (Cont. on page 6)

// Thursday // Hennessey’s Tavern (on the Fish Bucket side), starts at 9 p.m. 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121. Taka-O Japanese Restaurant, starts at 8:30 p.m. 425 North El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.498.7111. Patsy’s Irish Pub, starts at 9:30 p.m. 28971 Golden Lantern # 108, Laguna Niguel, 949.249.2604. // Friday // Taka-O Japanese Restaurant, starts at 8:30 p.m. 425 North El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.498.7111. Patsy’s Irish Pub, starts at 9:30 p.m. 28971 Golden Lantern # 108, Laguna Niguel, 949.249.2604. // Saturday // Taka-O Japanese Restaurant, starts at 9 p.m. 425 North El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.498.7111. Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar and Restaurant (first Saturday of each month), starts at 7:30 p.m. 2391 South El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120. // Sunday // Taka-O Japanese Restaurant, starts at 9 p.m. 425 North El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.498.7111.

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Eye on DP Making the Rounds (Cont. from page 5) comes back every week with more fodder for the singing cowboy with country hits like Confederate Railroad’s Trashy Women. “It’s like a little family,” Josephine agrees of the San Juan crew. According to Jon Hackathorn, one of Taka-O’s most well known Karaoke Jockeys, not only does he see so many regulars who come to sing in San Clemente on weekends, but a large group of familiar faces also return again and again just to watch and listen to the underrated art. Sometimes it’s even a place to make new friends. Laguna Niguel resident Karly Mack met her significant other, John, while singing karaoke at Brio Tuscany Grill in Dana Point, which she dubs “the hot ticket if you want good karaoke.” John had been bar-hopping with friends and Brio was his final meeting spot to hook up with another buddy. “I walked in and my friend stopped me and said, ‘There’s a beautiful girl singing karaoke in there with a great voice.’ I looked up and saw that it was Karly,” he recalls. Mesmerized, he didn’t let her out of his sight for the rest of the evening. “We ended up talking all night,” adds Karly. “And we’ve been inseparable for the past yearand-a-half.” “Singing’s one of the oldest forms of picking up on a girl, when you think about minstrels and serenading and all that,” Tran says to the romantic side of karaoke, which is probably why he dedicates so many songs to the ladies in the crowd. “Once I got kicked out of Patsy’s because the security guard’s girlfriend liked me too much.” For those like Mack, with a background in modeling and theatricals, it’s no wonder a crowd would be drawn to her—but love inter-

John Gresham sings karaoke at the Swallow’s Inn where karaoke is offered every Wednesday starting at 7 p.m. Photos by Christina Scannapiego

ests aside, her real motivation is a passion for performance. And whether she’s singing Maroon 5, Carrie Underwood, Santana or Michelle Branch’s Game of Love, or any other country or pop song, her image is all her own. Not all karaoke regulars invoke the masters as much as they do their own talents or hopeful budding singing careers. Kimberly Ewing’s ultimate dream is to record CDs and even write her own songs, eventually. Like so many others, she’s obviously got talent in her voice and hits up the Swallow’s Inn mic every Wednesday night without fail. “I just love to sing,” the 24-yearold says. “I’ve been doing it since I was little. It’s my passion.”

Similarly, Hackathorn had moved to San Clemente from Florida five years ago and discovered the sushi/karaoke establishment since it was the closest bar to his house. Hackathorn’s dad, a minister, had enlisted him into his choir for 10 years and after that, he sang in a band. He began frequenting Taka-O, pulling off hardcore rap, classic rock, alternative, soul and R&B hits with an uncanny ease. “I just picked songs I liked and that I could really get into and would gauge the crowd so that everyone has more fun,” he says. Two years later, he ended up with a job as Taka-O’s weekend KJ—and he’s still hands-down one of the San Clemente

crowd’s favorites. Sometimes that knack for singing can come across as scary for newcomers or lay people, though. “The problem here is that everyone can sing and the people who can’t are intimidated by us,” says Gresham. But the truth is, everybody’s welcome. All the regulars and KJs will encourage even the most tone deaf to sing with the utmost sincerity—they are by no means judgmental. After all, it’s all about having a good time for everyone involved because, in the end, the slightly inebriated college student is no less entertaining than the best Elvis rendition. DP

News Next Door

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

LAB Holding, LLC Withdraws from Miramar Theater

LAB Holding confirmed Monday that they have withdrawn from closing escrow on the historic Miramar Theater in North Beach, San Clemente. “We’ve completed our due diligence which included obtaining renovation estimates as well as discussions with City officials,” LAB co-owner, Shaheen Sadeghi, said in a release. “The overriding consideration, however, was the ongoing barrage by the Charles Mann ‘no vision’ group to sabotage revitalization of any kind in North Beach and San Clemente. We aren’t interested in investing millions in the theater up front, to be undermined by some last minute attack. It is unfortunate that this small minority continues to generate such an unfriendly business climate in San Clemente and sour its potential for the community.” His wife and LAB partner, Linda Sadeghi, agrees. “Brenda Miller, while Planning Commissioner, derided us publicly for putting the Miramar into escrow,” Linda Sadeghi said. “She voted against our permit to revitalize the Casino and with others staged a protest to the approved Playa del Norte project outside our recent Casino grand opening. We’re at a loss why Mr. Mann, a developer, doesn’t himself Page 6 • Dana Point Times • August 20–26, 2010

invest in San Clemente. He puts such tremendous efforts toward interfering with the City Vision to improve North Beach and the investments of others, but no positive action.” LAB Holding is currently redesigning the historic Centennial Mills flour mill for the City of Portland, Oregon as well as transforming the historic Packing house and Packard auto building in the City of Anaheim into an international culinary center. LAB Holding purchased the Casino San Clemente in North Beach one year ago and spent almost 10 months in local and California Coastal Commission entitlement work. Although still undergoing interior renovations, the Casino opened to the community on July 31 for its first annual Open House event. “Our company is known for specialty and community based projects and we enjoy what we do,” Shaheen said. “We will keep our focus on the Playa del Norte project and the Casino. In regards to the Miramar, however, perhaps Mr. Mann has a better idea. We would like to see him put his developer talents to use in San Clemente rather than squander the City’s resources on what seems to be a personal agenda.” For more information, contact info@ thenorthbeachproject.com or linda@thelab. com. —David Zimmerle

City and Chamber of Commerce to Welcome Marines Home from Afghanistan The City of San Clemente and the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce will host a welcome home event for Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 367, which has recently returned from Afghanistan. The Chamber and City will host a BBQ in their honor on Saturday, August 28 at Lake O’Neill, Camp Pendleton. HMLA-367 is a United States Marine Corps helicopter squadron consisting of AH-1W SuperCobra attack helicopters and UH-1N Huey utility helicopters. The squadron is based at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and is attached to Marine Aircraft Group 39 (MAG-39), 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (3rd MAW). The Chamber is accepting gifts for the families and children. You may either deliver the gift to the Chamber office or their representative will be happy to collect the gift at your establishment. Examples of gifts include: Toys, retail gift certificates, dinner or lunch coupons, movie tickets, calling cards, gift cards etc. Event item donations needed: Jump house, petting zoo, decorations, equipment, etc. If you would like to

volunteer, sponsor or make a donation, please call the Chamber office at 949.492.1131. SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

City Council Candidates Refuse to Sign Fair Campaign Pledge Two candidates for San Juan Capistrano City Council say voters have nothing to worry about just because they declined to sign a voluntary pledge to campaign fairly. Jim Reardon and Clint Worthington, who are running on a three-man slate for the three seats available in the November 2 election, said they did not discuss their decisions not to sign, but both said it’s no big deal. Worthington said the document was optional, so he saw no reason to sign it, while Reardon said the pledges have little impact on the races because independent political-action groups—supposedly separate from the candidates—have launched the “hit” pieces in Capistrano in the past. Although their refusal to sign the papers, usually a routine move, raised eyebrows in Capistrano’s political circles, both men said they would run a clean campaign, focused on issues. Nine men are seeking three seats on the five-member council. —Jonathan Volzke www.danapointtimes.com

EYE ON DP HARBOR HAPPENINGS

Dedicated to Conservation Dana Wharf Founder Don Hansen Wins Bill Ray Memorial Award By Roxann Pope For the Dana Point Times

an Clemente’s Don Hansen, 75, founder of Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching, received the 2010 United Anglers of Southern California (UASC) Bill Ray Memorial Conservation Award on August 8, at the organization’s annual event. The organization’s highest conservation award honors a person who has gone above and beyond the call of duty in the service of conservation and recreational fishing. Hansen joins a prestigious list of fishing visionaries, including Senator Dede Alpert, Bart Hall, Peggie Shedd, Bill Beebe, Russ Izor, Bob Fletcher and Thomas Pfleger. Hansen prefers to stay out of the spotlight, keeping the focus on the important issue of conservation. In fact, Hansen was unable to attend the ceremony, opting to represent the West Coast in the 5th Annual Internal Fishing Forum in Taiwan where scientists, political advocates and industry professionals work to explore ocean spacial planning and bicatch litigation. Protecting the Magnusun Stevenson Fishery Management Act and debating traditional fishery management and how to protect fisheries from other sources was also on the agenda. Hansen’s time now is dedicated to the industry, leaving the daily running of Dana Wharf to his daughter, Donna Kalez, and his son, Michael Hansen. “They’re doing a great job keeping the family culture embedded in the company,” said Hansen. “These are trying times economically and our goal is to keep people working and fishing.” “My father is very proud to receive this honor, from his peers in the United Anglers,” said Michael Hansen. “Dana Wharf continues working to preserve recreational, sustainable fishing on the West Coast. My dad has fished these waters since 1947 and has seen the excellent results of the many conservation bills for which he’s lobbied, saying there’s more fish now than there was 30 years ago, relative to the population. He’s a champion of traditional fisheries management system supporting specie-specific sustainable fishing.” Kalez said Dana Wharf’s goal is to keep the sport alive through future generations. “We designed the Dana Wharf Kids Club to promote recreational fishing amongst kids and families,” Kalez said.

Q & A WITH DON HANSEN

What was your first vessel and do you still have it? The Real Fun—and yes, it’s still my pride and joy. I worked that boat taking over 10,000 anglers out every summer when I started. I never took a day off during the season, and I loved every minute of it. Some anglers talk about “the good ol’ days”, what are your thoughts? Well, they mean the ample supply of fish, but to tell you the truth, the fish supply is more ample today than it was 20, 30 or even 40 years ago. White Sea Bass, Calico Bass, Sand Bass and Halibut are the really great eating fish and are plentiful on the West Coast. The passage of the fish limit laws helped a lot. Speaking of good eating, what’s your favorite fish to eat? Any fish, cooked any way, on any day! What is your favorite fish to fish for? Calico Bass. It’s a challenge because you use light line to get the fish out of the kelp and they are much smarter than I am! What is your most memorable catch? 357 lb. Black Sea Bass I caught off the San Clemente Pier 45 years ago! It was legal to catch those then and boy was it good eating! What do you think about the increase of women anglers? It’s great! Women have more patience than men. Besides,

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Don Hansen. Courtesy photo

“My dad doesn’t want the beauty of fishing, whale watching and protecting the ocean to be lost on the next generation, and our Kids Club program works hard at offering these opportunities, for free, to the youth in our community.” Don Hansen said that is key. “I insist Dana Wharf provides free fishing experiences to children anytime so they get hooked and make it a lifelong passion—just like I did,” said Don Hansen. “My kids and grandkids are all avid Sportfishers and many women are getting on board with the sport as well. It really is a family activity that is a nice alternative.” Don Hansen is a pioneer of Southern California’s sportfishing industry, beginning in the 1950s when he bought if you tell a woman how to fish, they’ll do it; tell a man and they’ll say ‘go to hell, I know what I’m doing.” Guess who inevitably catches the most fish?! What do you think has caused the increase in Blue Whales migrating through Dana Point over the last few years? Without a doubt, the 2008 banning of the commercial take of krill. Eliminating the food source of ocean mammals will change their migration pattern as they search for a new food source. The Blue Whales now enjoy skimming krill right off the ocean’s surface, giving our whale watchers quiet a show! What’s so special about Dana Point as a landing hub? Location, location, location. We are literally minutes from being outside the harbor. Dana Wharf sits right in the middle of the migrating path of many mammals, and our trip times are spent in the ocean, not commuting to and from the landing. What’s so special about Dana Wharf? Well, that’s what people say, but we just work hard to maintain good quality and clean, comfortable and safe vessels. Our customer’s continue to participate in our activities because of our knowledge, service and professionalism. I think they also appreciate our support of the community. Our goal is to always host memorable trips (fishing, whale watching, ocean adventures, music and entertainment cruises, and charters). Our professional captains are very educated and experienced and they really enjoy what they do. Our philosophy is simple—daily adventures; lifelong memories.

San Clemente Sportfishing after working as a captain. In 1971, he moved his operation to Dana Point Harbor, then in the early stages of development. Dana Wharf Sportfishing grew along with the harbor, today with six boats. Over the many years, the landing’s boats have taken countless men, women and children fishing in the bountiful ocean waters off the Orange County coast as well as offshore islands like Catalina and San Clemente. His landing originated Orange County Whale Watching excursions, encouraging whale watching as a family activity, including starting Dana Point’s annual Festival of Whales event and helping the city to be officially named the Whale Capital of the West. Don Hansen has long had a soft spot in his heart for families—not surprising given that he has six children and 15 grandchildren. This can be seen in the many special family and youth-oriented activities Dana Wharf Sportfishing has put on over the years. For example, he began giving free boat rides with Santa Claus in 1974—a tradition that continues to this day. Hansen constantly donates fishing and whale watching trips and charters to charitable organizations, churches and youth groups, to help make sure that everybody has the opportunity to experience the wonders of the ocean and the joy of sportfishing. Dana Wharf Sportfishing has also started its own Kids Club Program designed to encourage kids to enjoy sportfishing and whale watching. Thousands of free award certificates are distributed to local schools and youth organizations each year, providing teachers with a tool to reward kids with an activity instead of food. Dana Wharf also runs free Sunday fishing clinics for youngsters to learn about this great family outdoor activity. Don Hansen leads a life dedicated to giving back to the community, the industry and the ocean environment. He serves on the Pacific Fisheries Management Council (PFMC), was its chairman from 2003 to 2009 and is the special assistant to the director. He is currently Commissioner for the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission, a special appointment he recently received from the governor. Hansen is also the National Inter-America Tropical Tuna Commissioner. In recognition of his hard work and dedication over the years, Hansen received the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries “Sustainable Fisheries Award” in 2007. He was honored for improving management programs for West Coast marine fisheries, which he accomplished by fostering open dialogue and understanding between fishery scientists, resource managers and the fishing community. As anyone can tell you, this is never an easy task. However, it was one made easier by Hansen’s ability to listen to and understand differing viewpoints, treat everybody with respect and get people to work together. In short, getting the best out of people. That same year, Hansen also received the Dana Point Harbor Association’s Leadership and Legacy Award for his key role in shaping and serving the Dana Point Harbor. This easygoing management style and “Will Rogers” sense of humor have helped shape Hansen’s business career as well. Whether they’re related to Hansen or not, all who work at Dana Wharf Sportfishing are like family. With this positive working environment and contagious love of the ocean, it’s little wonder that some employees have worked with Hansen for as long as 40 years. “It’s been a long summer,” laughed George Clough who began working for Hansen ‘as a summer job’ back in 1969. “I love it here so much—the Hansen’s are tremendously loyal, giving people who treat their team and customers like family. I still get a thrill watching people feel the calming effects of the ocean; it offers a release from everyday stresses when you’re out there. The Hansen’s truly get that and try to ensure everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the experience of sportfishing and whale watching.” DP In addition to writing directly for the DP Times as a regular columnist, Roxann Pope also writes for Point Communications. This article was submitted for publication by Point Communications.

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Eye on DP The Dana Point Library presents the foreign film Welcome on Friday, August 20 from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Welcome is a film about Bilal, a 17-year-old Kurdish refugee, who has struggled his way through Europe for the last three months, trying to reunite with his girlfriend, who recently immigrated to England. But his journey comes to an abrupt halt when he is stopped by authorities in Calais, on the French side of the Channel. Left with no other alternatives, he decides to swim across. (109 minute run time). For more information please contact the library at 949.496.5517 and ask for Jennifer. The library is located at 33841 Niguel Road in Dana Point.

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Props, Recognitions and Morsels of Info The Sand Dollar Guild, an organization dedicated to raising funds to benefit the Ocean Institute, is at it again with their annual “California Cruising” event set for Sunday, September 26, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event will be held on the grounds of the Ocean Institute in Dana Point Harbor. The surf-themed evening will include live music, fantastic food from local restaurants, wines from Napa Vineyards, casino games, raffles, a woody car display and more. All proceeds will benefit the Ocean Institute. Tickets are $75 each or two for $135. Register online at www.ocean-institute.org or call 949.496.2274 to purchase tickets or for additional information.

Aegis of Dana Point, a leader in senior living specializing in assisted living and memory care services, is pleased to announce 10 years of community involvement and caring for seniors in the community. The 10th anniversary celebration was held on August 19. As part of their year-long program, “We Bring You the World,” Aegis of Dana Point celebrated Caribbean style. “We are very proud of the positive impact Aegis of Dana Point and its staff has made on their local community,” says Dwayne Clark, chairman and CEO of Áegis Living. Aegis at Dana Point is a senior retirement community offering assisted living and memory care services, one of 35 senior residences owned and operated by Aegis Living. Aegis located at 26922 Camino de Estrella. For more information about Aegis, contact Nenette Limcumpao at 949.488.2650 or Nenette.Limcumpao@aegisliving.com and/or Laura West at Laura.West@AegisLiving. com. More information is available at www. AegisofDanaPoint.com

Dana Point girl, Taylor Carter was honored as a 9-1-1 Hero by the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Board of Directors last month. The 12-year-old remained poised and calm after promptly dialing 9-1-1 when her sister began exhibiting symptoms of a seizure. Carter was able to relay important information to the dispatcher. An excerpt from the OCFA resolution drafted in her honor says, “Taylor dialed 9-1-1 for assistance…was able to accurately provide her address, phone number and what the emergency was despite difficult circumstances. She was excellent at following directions and was able to provide the dispatcher everything she needed to get help to her sister…Thanks to Taylor’s 9-1-1 call and quick action; her sister received necessary emergency medical attention.” Carter received the award along with another young 9-1-1 Hero, Clancy Karotkin of Rancho Santa Margarita. Karotkin also utilized the 9-1-1 system when his sister needed prompt medical attention. Both Carter and Karotkin were honored for their quick action in calling 9-1-1 and their accurate and calm relay of vital information to emergency personnel on behalf of their ill siblings.

An adoptable dog at the shelter. Photo by Sarah Guidas

Camp Bow Wow, with its Bow Wow Buddies Foundation, is raising money for the San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter during the month of August. Stop in at Camp Bow Wow and make a donation of $5 or more and be entered to win great camp prizes. Their motto for this pledge drive is—“You can’t change the world by adopting a dog, but you can change the whole world for that dog.” Camp Bow Wow Premier Doggy Day & Overnight Camp is located at 220 Calle Pintoresco and can be reached at 949.218.7387 (PETS) or via email by sanclemente@campbowwow.com. Their website is www.campbowwow.com/sanclemente.

Author/historian Doris I. Walker will relate “The Romantic History of Dana Point” on Monday, August 23, 7 p.m., at the Dana Point Library. Her presentation is sponsored by the Dana Point Friends of the Library. Walker also organized two current exhibits in the library about namesake Richard Henry Dana and his books. These displays are sponsored by the Dana Point Historical Society. Walker served the Friends of the Library as charter vice president and co-founded the Dana Point Historical Society in 1987—“two years before the city.” This year marks the 175th anniversary of Bostonian seaman Richard Henry Dana Jr.’s two short visits here, also being celebrated in the annual Toshiba Tall Ships Festival September 10 through 12 in Dana Point Harbor. Walker will explain why this coastal spot earned the “romantic” designation by its namesake and how it has continued to deserve it as each era of the community’s history added its own chapter to Dana Point’s colorful, romantic history. She will also speak, answer questions and sign her books, including her local history book, Home Port for Romance. The Historical Society is arranging a public reading of Dana’s famous book, Two Years Before the Mast. Members of the community will take turns reading from the sea classic from start to finish during the three days of the Tall Ships Festival. This reading will also be explained in the library presentation. The Dana Point Library is located at 33841 Niguel Road. Admission is free.

Nancy Brady of Jazzercise and Jazzerciser Donna Scimia. Courtesy photo

Dana Point resident Donna Scimia, attended her 150th Jazzercise class of the year this week at the OC Sailing & Events Center in Dana Point Harbor. Scimia is the first Jazzerciser this year to reach that milestone. For more information on Jazzercise in the Dana Point Harbor, log on to www.danapointjazz.com.

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Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching is offering Whale Watching Happy Hours from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursdays. Tickets are $29. Enjoy drink specials on the boat, then receive a pass for extended happy hour at the Wind & Sea from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. To reserve your spot, call Dana Wharf at 949.496.5794. Check out their website at www.danawharf.com.

On Thursday, September 23, the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce will host a State of the County Luncheon with OC Supervisor Pat Bates at the Doubletree Guest Suites Doheny Beach. This is an opportunity for Dana Point area businesses to get an overview of the top issues at the county level and how it affects business. The Chamber is now accepting sponsorships for this event. There are four levels of sponsorship—from Bronze at $250 to Platinum at $2,500—and include naming and logo recognition at the event. If you are interested in sponsorship and would like more information, please contact Kelly Straine at the Chamber 949.496.1555 or email kstraine@danapointchamber.com.

A new logo for the Dana Point Turkey Trot. Courtesy of the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce

On Wednesday, July 28, the 2010 Dana Point Turkey Trot logo was revealed through the event’s Twitter and Facebook accounts. The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, who produces the race, also manages the event’s social media pages. “Runners of the Turkey Trot really look forward to the new artwork that will be on the race T-shirt. So, we thought offering an exclusive view of the new logo through social media would help build involvement and excitement among participants,” said Dana Point Chamber President/CEO Nichole Chambers. The new logo focuses on the reason why more than 11,000 trotters register for the Dana Point Turkey Trot, as opposed to other races—the view. Known for being one of the country’s most scenic runs, the Dana Point Turkey Trot was named “One of America’s Best Thanksgiving Day Runs” by Fitness Magazine in 2009. Sponsorship information is available upon request by emailing kstraine@danapointchamber. com. To register for the Dana Point Turkey Trot 5K, 10K or Kids’ Gobble Wobble Run log on to www. turkeytrot.com and click on “register.” Discounted early bird prices end October 1 at midnight.

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Business Beat

By Rachel Namson, Chris Bashaw and Madi Swayne

News and updates on Dana Point’s business community

NOW OPEN Doheny Clothing Exchange With its grand opening just two weeks ago, Doheny Clothing Exchange is the new hot spot for buying, trading and selling clothes. All the merchandise in the boutique is gently used, recycled clothing and accessories of today’s hottest fashions. Doheny Clothing Exchange carries some of the highest quality brands including Hudson Jeans, True Religion, Seven Jeans, Free People and Bebe. “We provide everything a designer boutique does—clothing, shoes, purses, jewelry and other accessories—but at low, affordable prices,” said owner Pamela Vandergrift. The Doheny Clothing Exchange awards 30 percent of retail price or 40 percent in trade for all product exchanging. For a limited time only, spend over $15 and receive a free accessory or mention this article while shopping around and receive up to 15 percent off your purchase. In celebration of the upcoming school season, Doheny Clothing Exchange will be hosting the Big Bash Back-to-School Barbeque on September 4 where all merchandise will be presented at unbeatable prices. Doheny Clothing Exchange is open Monday through Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. 34276 Doheny Park Road in Capo Beach, 949.240.4800, www.dohenyclothingexchange. com —Rachel Namson

received rave reviews as one voter wrote, “Great teachers. Great system. Great training. Great people. Great atmosphere. Great location. Great facility. Great martial arts.” The Dragon Institute offers classes for everyone, ages four and up. 34241 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, CA 92629, 949.939.4117, www.ockungfu.com —Madi Swayne

E-Z Cruizer Bikes Do you ever get tired while riding your bike? Are you interested in a more economical mode of transportation than a car? If so, brothers Mike and Colby Collins, owners of E-Z Cruizer bikes located at 34255 Pacific Coast Highway have the answer. For a long time, the duo built both electric and gasoline powered bikes out of their garage, and as people began to ask about them, they knew they were on to something. The brothers opened their full-service bike u

DP Sheriff’s Blotter COMPILED BY 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, August 15 PETTY THEFT Del Prado / Pacific Coast Highway (6:46 p.m.) Authorities were contacted after fire wood was stolen from a local supermarket. SUSPICIOUS PERSON Dana Point Harbor Dr., 25300 Block (6:43 p.m.) Deputies were contacted when a caller witnessed an elderly man walking in the middle of the street near Doheny State Beach. DEFRAUDING AN INNKEEPER Golden Lantern, 34600 Block (6:15 p.m.)

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Palestra Gym From the former Russian Champion Bodybuilder, Stas Bobin, comes the Palestra Gym, which has been offering a world-class workout in Dana Point since 2006. “I had the idea right away to open a friendly and caring neighborhood gym,” Bobin said. “My trainers and I make sure we know all our customers by name and give them personal attention no matter their age or level.” Each member of Bobin’s team of trainers possesses a different expertise making Palestra Gym a place for everybody. Specialties include recovering from injuries, losing weight, building muscle and fitness for the elderly. No matter what the customers are looking for, Bobin and his expert team work to fit their needs. The gym is light and airy with windows overlooking the ocean, providing a peaceful and comfortable setting to work out in. In addition to the various fitness machines available for use, Bobin plans to introduce group classes for gym members and Saturday seminars for all community members to stop by and get fit. Palestra Gym is open Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 34085 Pacific Coast Highway in Dana Point, 949.248.1800, www.danapointfitness.com —Rachel Namson u

Clockwise from top left:Doheny Clothing Exchange co-owners (L to R) Caia Curiale, Pamela Vandergrift and Ashley Oleary with her daughter Piper. Photo by Andrea Swayne E-Z Cruizer Bikes co-owner Mike Collins. Photo by Chris Bashaw Palestra Gym trainers (L to R) Dexter Garner, Beth Nowell, owner Stas Bobin and trainer Mark DePew. Photo by Rachel Namson

shop on August 1, where owner Mike says, “We stand behind our products and customer service.” Mike also added, “We do custom bikes…and bike repairs.” Prices range from $550 to $650 for a completely motorized bike, but customers can also buy motors to install on their own bikes for $230. The bikes are, “very eco-friendly” according to Mike, with gasoline powered bikes getting 150 miles to the gallon and electric powered bikes getting 35 miles to the charge. Electric bikes can be fully charged within three hours. E-Z Cruizer Bikes is open Monday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 p.m. to 6 p.m. 34255 Pacific Coast Hwy, Unit 101, Dana Point, CA 92629, 949.244.6968, www.ezcruizer. com —Chris Bashaw and Madi Swayne

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Authorities were contacted after an elderly man left a local restaurant without paying. The man was chased down and stopped at another nearby restaurant, where he pleaded with police to let him go. ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Del Prado, 24800 Block (11:19 a.m.) Deputies were contacted after a caller was bitten by a dog and the owner refused to cooperate. DISTURBANCE Selva Rd. / Granada Dr. (2:23 a.m.) Authorities were contacted when a caller witnessed a struggle between two subjects, and one subject dragged the other into an apartment.

Saturday, August 14 DISTURBANCE Pacific Coast Highway / Ritz-Carlton Dr. (3:23 p.m.) Deputies were called after a fight broke out between two males over parking. DISTURBANCE Camino Del Molino, 34300 Block (2:58 p.m.) A man called deputies after he and friends were harassed by neighbors while they were having a garage sale. DISTURBANCE Park Lantern, 251 Block (1:46 p.m.) Authorities were contacted after a guest at a local hotel started an argument when a hotel employee reportedly hit him.

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MyFoxLA viewers have chosen the Dragon Institute in Dana Point as the “Best Martial Arts in Orange County”. The Dragon Institute now sits in the number one spot on the MyFoxLA Best of OC Hotlist because of an overwhelming 26,119 votes. The local Kung Fu school beat out 22 other martial arts schools, after opening less than one year ago. The Dragon Institute is special in that it is the only school to offer Wing Chan Kung Fu, a particularly practical style of Kung Fu. “Being voted best martial arts in Orange County is extremely humbling,” said owner and head instructor Sifu Adam Williss. The institute

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Friday, August 13

Wednesday, August 11

DISTURBANCE Pacific Coast Highway / Blue Lantern (11:42 p.m.) Deputies were contacted after a fight broke out at a local bar involving five Marines using beer bottles as weapons.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON Eastwind Dr., 25500 Block (8:54 p.m.) Authorities were contacted when a curly-haired female subject was seen going door-to-door asking for money for college tuition.

INVESTIGATE PERSON DOWN Pacific Coast Highway / Ritz-Carlton Dr. (3:48 a.m.) A border patrol agent contacted deputies after discovering a partially clothed woman face-down in the public bathroom at a local beach.

Tuesday, August 10 SUSPICIOUS PERSON Blue Lantern / Stonehill (10:30 p.m.) A man contacted authorities to report his neighbors, who were pointing a laser at his residence.

Thursday, August 12

Monday, August 9

DISTURBANCE St. Kitts, 0 Block (11:02 p.m.) Deputies were contacted when a group of juvies started hitting golf balls at houses.

CITIZEN ASSIST El Camino Capistrano, 24700 Block (5:37 p.m.) Deputies were contacted after a caller received vague threats on their answering machine.

DRUNK IN PUBLIC Dana Point Harbor Dr., 25300 Block (2:40 p.m.) Authorities were contacted after a drunk man in a red striped shirt became verbal when he was refused a room for rent. SUSPICIOUS PERSON Mariner Dr., 23700 Block (10:32 a.m.) Deputies were contacted when a caller discovered a man living in the bushes near a local park. The man reportedly had furniture and clothing in his possession.

CITIZEN ASSIST Golden Lantern, 33900 Block (3:03 p.m.) Authorities were contacted by a woman who called to complain about a skateboard ramp that juveniles had installed on her property. KEEP THE PEACE Ocean Hill Dr., 33300 Block (12:49 a.m.) A woman called authorities to report her boyfriend, who had taken her pug hostage inside the residence and was refusing to give it back to her. www.danapointtimes.com

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GUEST OPINION: Steven H. Weinberg, Mayor City of Dana Point

Helping Our Fighting 5th Dana Point 5th Marines Regiment Support Group provides ample opportunity for community involvement

he City of Dana Point officially adopted the 5th Marine Regiment at Camp Pendleton in 2004 to provide support to active duty 5th Marine Regiment personnel and their families. Since that time, the Support Group has formed a tax-exempt nonprofit organization with dedicated Board of Directors and Officers led by President Pete Hammer. Our Dana Point community has truly stepped up to meet the needs of the Camp Pendleton 5th Regiment Marines and their families. Local businesses, civic groups, families and individuals have donated time, talent, and resources to boost the troops of the 5th Regiment. Thank you to each of you who have embraced these dedicated men and women and their families. Support Group and community events include: Concerts in the Park food sales, car washes, citywide dinners and even lemonade stand fundraisers for resources needed by the 5th Marines wherever they may be deployed or for their families here at home. The Support Group has sent hundreds of care packages to combat teams serving across the world, arranged several events for expectant mothers, delivered truckloads of food for families, facilitated emergency financial resources for the troops, spouses and children who find themselves in emergency-distressed situations, and helped families enjoy holiday seasons during difficult separations. I am proud of the community support of our veterans and active troops. On April 12, 2010, I had the privilege as a veteran and Mayor, of dedicating Veterans Memorial Park that honors all branches of military service. The Dana Point 5th Marines Regiment Support Group and the Dana Point Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9934 were instrumental in working

with the City in the dedication of Veterans Memorial Park. The Dana Point Summer Concerts on Sunday August 22 (3-6 p.m.), August 29 (4:30-6 p.m.) and a Labor Day Concert on Monday, September 6 at Lantern Bay Park will offer food and drink sales to benefit the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group. Come on out and Steven Weinberg see your neighbors, enjoy tasty food, and provide support to the troops. On September 26, the City of Dana Point will present a Star Spangled Spectacular picnic concert featuring the Capistrano Valley Symphony and The Marine Corps Band. There will be an “Instrument Petting Zoo” where children are invited to meet musicians and try instruments from 2-3 p.m. and the concert will be held from 3-5 p.m. Food and drink purchases will benefit the 5th Marine Regiment Support Group. This new event promises to be an old-fashioned time of community celebration at Lantern Bay Park. And remember, your support by providing care packages and support to those Marines and family members left behind, mean a lot to our men and women of the Fighting 5th. If you are interested in activities or how you can help, please visit www.danapoint5thmarines.com. For the latest community event information, visit www.danapoint.org, sign up for e-News, follow the city on Facebook, or receive updates on Twitter. ABOUT THIS COLUMN: Opinions expressed are those of the mayor, not necessarily those of other councilmembers or the Dana Point Times.

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ONLINE READER POLL Will the recent Great White shark sightings at San Onofre prevent you from surfing, SUP, etc. there? Yes. I will take my ocean activities elsewhere. 14% No. I will still go in the water there. 57% Yikes; I may never go into the ocean again. 29% 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.

CORRECTION: In last week’s edition of the DP Times (Aug. 13-19, Vol. 3, Issue 33) in the “News Next Door” section, it was erroneously reported that Solar Monkey was holding a ribbon cutting ceremony at Rainbow Sandals on August 17. The date of the ceremony is actually August 31 at 10:30 a.m. The purpose of the event is to debut the solar company’s completion of the largest single site solar installation to date within the city of San Clemente. San Clemente Mayor Jim Dahl will be the guest speaker. Rainbow Sandals is located at 900 Calle Negocio in San Clemente.

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espite the continuing “June gloom” and cooler temperatures, we still are in a Water Supply Alert. Our imported water supplies were reduced two years ago and have not been restored. South Coast Water District has asked residents and businesses to reduce their water use by 15 percent, and there has been strong community support for the call for additional conservation. As a result, we are on track for necessary water savings, especially due to reductions in outdoor watering—which accounts for up to 50 percent of local water use. Some key conservation requirements for outdoor watering are: • Use sprinklers no more than three days a week from April-October (one day a week from November-March.)

Go to www.scwd.org for the designated watering days in your neighborhood. • Run sprinklers only from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m.. • Time and adjust sprinklers to prevent runoff onto the pavement and street. • Turn off sprinklers when it rains! IMPORTANT: You can water any day of the week, any time of the day, if you use a hose equipped with an automatic shut off nozzle. To pick up a free hose nozzle, call the District at 949.499.4555 ext. 0. Congratulations on the steps you’ve already taken, as a community, to conserve water. Please keep up the good work. August 20–26, 2010 • Dana Point Times • Page 15

GETTING OUT

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

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The List

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

friday20 forecast: sunny • high: 74° low: 59°

Lodi Wine Tasting Event

5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Keith Schultz of Michael David Winery in Lodi. Keith will be raffling off a few bottles! Tasting fee is $15 for 7 wines with cheese, crackers & chocolate. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

Go See Do

The last two concerts in the Dana Point Summer Concerts in the Park series change to a new venue—Lantern Bay Park. This week’s concert is set for this Sunday, August 22 with the Irish folk sounds of Men of Worth. Scotsman Donnie Macdonald and Irishman James Keigher sing authentic songs of their heritage, in English, Scots Gaelic and Irish Gaelic. Their show combines traditional tunes, tales of their homelands and an entertaining comedic interplay between the two. A love of music and a passion for performing emanates from both as they create beautiful melodies with their vocals, guitar, mandolin, banjo, bodhran, mando-cello and concertina. The duo tours nationally and internationally and have released eleven albums.

50th Annual Art and Craft Fair

10 a.m.-5 p.m. The San Clemente Art Association and the city of San Clemente present the annual event featuring more than 100 artists and artisans selling and showcasing their work; a food court benefiting 5th Marine Regiment; and kids’ activities. Free. at the SC Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente, 949.492.7175, www.scartgallery.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.

Music Under the Stars

6 p.m. The Mission’s outdoor concert series with Savor: A Tribute to Santana and catered dinner. General admission sold out; table tickets starting at $30 still available. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com.

El Adobe’s Cono Sur Winde Dinner

7 p.m.-9 p.m. Dana Point Library shows the French film Welcome about a 17-year-old kurdish refugee. 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point, 949.496.5517, www.ocpl.org.

6 p.m.-10 p.m. El Adobe hosts a five-course menu paired with the unique wines of Cono Sur Vineyard & Winery, Chile. Limited Seating, pre-paid reservations only. Cost $65 each or $120 per couple. 31891 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.1163, San Juan Capistrano, www.eladobedecapistrano.com.

Fan Halen & Bonfire

Billy Vera & The Beaters

Foreign Film Friday

Concert in the Park: Men of Worth

8 p.m. Van Halen and AC/DC tribute bands at The Coach House, also with Whiskey Jack and David Clerest. Tickets $13 advance, $15 day of. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

8 p.m. Concert at The Coach House, also with Claude Von Trotha Band and The New FBI. $19.50. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

Flock of 80’s

9 p.m.-11:55 p.m. Live music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

8 p.m.-11:30 p.m. ‘80s covers at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

JR Lewis

An Evening with Baxter Black

8 p.m.; 10 p.m. The comedian/actor formerly of Saturday Night Live performs at the Irvine Improv. Tickets $25. 71 Fortune Drive, Suite 841, Irvine, 949.854.5455, www.improv.com.

6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. The cowboy poet and humorist performs at the Shea Center with rider demonstrations. Funds go to Shea Center. Tickets $100, includes dinner and drinks. 26284 Oso Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.240.8441, www.sheacenter.org.

Live Latin Guitar

Live Music Harbor Cruise

Kevin Nealon

Opening act, The Girlz with Sandii Castleberry (American folk), play from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Men of Worth take the stage at 4:30 p.m. and play until 6 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. Men of Worth. Courtesy photo The last concert in the series will feature music of the ‘50s by The Platters Live! on August 29, from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. also at Lantern Bay Park. Lantern Bay Park is located at 25111 Park Lantern Road. For more information, log on to www.danapoint.org or call 949.248.3530. —AS

Tippa Irie

8 p.m. Reggae concert at The Coach House, also with Jahrootsalem and Andrew Bees. Tickets $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

Deblois Milledge Champagne Brunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Live music at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

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.

Flying 57’s

3 p.m.-7 p.m. The band plays blues, jazz, R&B and originals every Sunday at Coconuts. 34235 Doheny Park Road, Capo Beach, 949.248.2448.

Reggae Sundays

5 p.m.–10 p.m. Reggae at Mozambique. $5 cover. 1740 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.715.7777, www.mozambiqueoc.com.

Laguna Beach Sightseeing Trip

9 a.m.-12 p.m. Take a cruise up the coast with Dana Wharf; includes champagne, pastries, fruit, coffee and more. $49. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

monday23 forecast: sunny • high: 75° low: 60°

Zorro Unmasked

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Exhibit at Mission SJC showcasing the history of Zorro from films and television with historic props and more. Runs daily through August 31. Admission $5–$9. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com.

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.

7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Soul Rebel Alliance performs onboard Dana Wharf’s live music cruise; features a full bar. $19. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949 496-5794, www.danawharf.com.

Poul Pederson

Singles’ Night

sunday22

Karaoke

9 p.m.–1:30 a.m. Top-40 hits, rock ‘n roll and ‘90s dance music set the scene in Brio Tuscany Grille. 24050 Camino del Avion, Suite B, Monarch Beach, 949.443.1476, www.briorestaurant.com.

The Trip

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

saturday21 forecast: partly cloudy • high: 74° low: 60°

Bluegrass Brunch

10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Lively and harmonious bluegrass music during brunch at San Clemente’s newest bar and kitchen The Next Door. Every Saturday. 647 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, 949.940.8845. Page 16 • Dana Point Times • August 20–26, 2010

forecast: sunny • high: 75° low: 60°

Nature Hike

7 p.m.-10 p.m. Acoustic rock at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com. 8 p.m. Live karaoke every night at Taka-O. 21 and older after 9 p.m. 425 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.498.7111.

$5 Mondays

8 a.m.-9 a.m. Join park rangers for an educational easy 1-mile hike at Caspers Wilderness Park. $5 per vehicle. 33401 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.923.2210, www.ocparks.com.

5 p.m.-8 p.m. Join SC Wine Company for $5 Monday’s. Three wines for $5, $5 glasses on selected wines and mugs of beer from $5. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

Tom Morey Jazz Brunch

Mommy Movie Monday

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

Marine Wildlife Cruise

1 p.m. Journey to sea with Ocean Institute scientists too see and learn about fish, plankton, dolphins or even whales. Members $19-$22, non-members $22-$35. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

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

Donate Blood

1 p.m.-7 p.m. The Red Cross hosts a blood donation at Capo Beach Calvary. 25975 Domingo Ave., Capistrano Beach, www.redcrossblood.org. www.danapointtimes.com

GETTING OUT

DP Times Restaurant Spotlight

By Andrea Swayne

Hullaville Island Café and Company Store 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com

Have you eaten at this restaurant?

BEST KNOWN FOR: Traditional Oahu Waffle Dogs and Hawaiian shave ice MOST POPULAR ITEM: Kanaka Sandwich (kalua pork) “It’s not just a restaurant. It’s a little grocery store, gift shop and gathering place; a haven for people who love and miss Hawaii,” said Hulaville Island Café and Company Store owner Jean Navarra. “It’s like a bit of Hawaii on the mainland; the 10th island.” Whether you’re a transplant from the islands missing your favorite foods from back home or itching for a Hawaiian getaway, this is just the place to satisfy your cravings. Navarra relocated from Hawaii to San Clemente with the desire to create not just a restaurant, but an experience. Stop in for Ukulele Night on Sundays at 5 p.m., when local players gather for food, fun, music and sing-alongs, or on Musubi Mondays for the classic snack of Spam, rice and nori (seaweed). Island style pizzas, sandwiches, salads, rice bowls, pies, shave ice and custom plate lunches are created with authentic ingredients imported from Hawaii. Madein-Hawaii ingredients such as Portuguese sausage, Zippy’s Chili, Manapua (steamed, pork-filled buns), Hawaiian Sun beverages, Hawaiian beers, Malolo shave ice syrups and Waffle Dogs—an Oahu tradition dating back to the 1920s, served with lilikoi mustard and pineapple-mango salsa for dipping—keep people coming back for more. Hulaville caters picnic lunches and small events. Owner Jean Nevarra with shave ice regulars Jimmy Klink and Beck Svensson. Photo by Andrea Swayne

PRICE RANGE: $1.75 - $17.95 RESERVATIONS: Not necessary

PAYMENT: Cash, credit card HOURS: Every day from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Wendi’s Donuts & Deli

32211 Camino Capistrano Ste. E101, San Juan Capistrano, 949.488.8086 (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.

tuesday24 forecast: sunny • high: 74° low: 59°

KEARY KEEFER

8 p.m. Live music during dinner at Wind and Sea. 34699 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.6500, www.windandsearestaurants.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.

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.

OLD CAPISTRANO FARMERS MARKET

3 p.m.–7 p.m. Every Wednesday at El Camino Real and Yorba in San Juan; 949.493.4700.

FIVE LIVE - A TRIBUTE TO THE YARDBIRDS 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Five musicians bring back the tunes of ‘60s band the Yardbirds at Adele’s. 2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente, 949.366.1121, www.adelesatthesanclementeinn.com.

BRANDI SMITH AND JASON FOSTER

6 p.m.-9 p.m. Live entertainment during dinner at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

thursday26 forecast: sunny • high: 73° low: 61°

TOY DAY

WILL HEARD

8 p.m. Live music at BeachFire and “Taco Night.” 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

10 a.m.-12 p.m. Children can create, decorate and take home their own old-fashion toy at the Mission. Admission $5–$9. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com.

JOHN PAUL KEENE & CHERYL SILVERSTEIN

ERIC LINDELL

7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Vocal and piano duo at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

BEN ON FLAMENCO GUITAR

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

wednesday25 forecast: sunny • high: 73° low: 59°

KENNY HALE

7:30 p.m.-1 p.m. Band playing all genres at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

KIDS STORYTIME AT THE CASA WITH LISA MERRYMAN

10 a.m. Author of “The True Adventures of Holy Smoke” visits Casa Romantica for storytime for youngsters ages 3-5; free. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, wwwcasaromantica.org.

CHEESE AND WINE PAIRING CLASS: EXPLORING NORTHERN ITALY!

6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Starr Cornwall, Cheese Monger & Marcelino Cosio, Sommelier. $35 for 5 wines with cheese, crackers, chocolate and materials. Reservations and pre-payment required. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com. www.danapointtimes.com

8 p.m. Mellow “good-time” Southern rock at The Coach House, also with The Blue Note Project and Kettleblack. Tickets $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

21ST CENTURY BIKE TOURING

7 p.m. Rob Templin talks about worldwide cycling events, and how people around the globe are re-discovering the bicycle. OCBC “clubhouse,” 1900 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.5737, www.ocbike.org.

MISSILES OF OCTOBER

8 p.m. Popular rock band at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK

6 p.m. The Dana Point Theater Company presents the play “Romeo and Juliet” outdoors in Lantern Bay Park. Free admission. 25111 Park Lantern Road, Dana Point, 949.248.3500, www.danapoint.org.

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.

For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.danapointtimes.com. Have an event? Send your listing to events@danapointtimes.com

AT THE MOVIES

Scott Pilgrim vs. Everyone Else Just what the movie industry needs—another film with Michael Cera playing an awkward teen or young adult who acts naïve over everything. But maybe for the first time since Superbad, this typecasting might actually work to his advantage. Edgar Wright’s screen adaptation of the Canadian cult comic book protagonist Scott Pilgrim by Bryan Lee O’Malley is titled Scott Pilgrim vs. the World and really does live up to that title. Scott (Cera) is a 22-year-old Canadian who plays guitar in a garage band and is dating a high school girl named Knives Chau (Ellen Wong). He also has a younger sister Stacey (Anna Kendrick) and gay roommate Wallace (Kieran Culkin) who are there to make sure his life is annoying at all times. Things spin out of control when he meets and falls for the new multi-colored American girl in town named Ramona (Mary Elizabeth Winstead). What he doesn’t know is that Ramona’s “seven deadly exes” are all out to get him before he can even consider asking her out. This movie is the definition of hipster. Everything from the young, hip cast with witty and sardonic dialogue, to the indie music soundtrack, to the way the characters and setting have cartoonish and/or fantasy-esque features placed in practically every scene. Fortunately for the film, the creators are aware of this trend and even use the fad word in several lines—highlighting the fact that the story comes from a comic book and expresses an over the top, surreal theme. As we go through Scott’s battle to win over Ramona and all of her eccentricities, he often comes off as a boring (self-claimed) jerk, but ends up more tangible a character through his understanding qualities. Chances are Wright is going to garner the same type of cult following as he did with his previous efforts Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz with this rainbow-colored tale. And if anything, he’s sure to find the avid fans of the comics even if he can’t with the casual viewer. DP —Megan Bianco August 20–26, 2010 • Dana Point Times • Page 17

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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

LANDSCAPING/SPRINKLERS

BEAUTY SALONS

New Addition to our team Nick Goebel Your Full Service Plumbing Company

Accurate Bookeeping 949.412.5345 ELECTRICAL lisathebookkeeper@yahoo.com delta G electrical 949.360.9282 CA #657214, www.deltagelect.com

CAFE - DELI

EMAIL MARKETING Coffee Importers Espresso Bar 949.493.7773 Concept2Design Marketing 34531 Golden Lantern, www.coffeeimporters.com www.concept2design.net Smokey’s House of BBQ 32860 Pacific Coast Hwy. #4, www.SmokeysHouseofBBQ.com

949.388.8102

CHRISTIAN CHURCHES Christian Science Services 34102 La Plaza

949.661.3151

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

949.521.1632

COFFEE SHOP

SIGNS

MUSIC INSTRUCTION

Azalea Salon & Boutique 949.248.3406 Serving San Clemente For 35 Years 24452 Del Prado Ave. Ste. A, 949.492.4303 Lic# 950079 www.azaleasalonandboutique.com Paragon Salon 949.489.1955 34161 Pacific Coast Hwy. DOG GROOMING Salon Revelation - Dayna Dallas 949.248.8595 Dawgy Style 949.496.3315 34192 Violet Lantern #2 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste. 112, www.todawgystyle.com Bookkeeping

CATERING

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

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

949.248.1007

FITNESS PROGRAMS 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

GIFT BASKETS

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

COSMETICS

ICE CREAM Mary Kay Cosmetics & Career 949.248.2868 Opportunities, Ind. Sales Director - Marline Adams, Coffee Importers Scoop Deck 949.493.7773 www.marykay.com/madams2 34531 Golden Lantern, www.coffeeimporters.com DENTISTS

Insurance Services Statefarm/Elaine LaVine 949.240.8944 34080 Golden Lantern, www.elainelavine.net Ted Bowersox 949.661.3200 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste 204, www.statefarm.com

949.248.1007

Surf Shops

Party Hosting

949.496.3315

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

PIZZA 949.276.6921

EMBROIDERY ABC Signs & Embroidery Shop 34135 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste. E, www.abcembroideryshop.com

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

949.496.0606 949.496.2670

Plumbing

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 A to Z Leak Detection 949.499.4464 34118 Pacific Coast Hwy, www.jeddys.com www.atozleakdetection.com WINDOW CLEANING Chick’s Plumbing 949.496.9731 949.369.7263 34172 Doheny Park Road, www.chicksplumbing.com Wonderful Windows www.wonderfulwindows.com DC Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning www.dcplumbing.net 949.365.9044 King’s Plumbing 949.661.2709, 949.230.5464 Mission Plumbing & Heating 949.492.4303 www.missionplumbingandheating.com

PRINT SHOP

Under-Wraps Gift Baskets 949.291.0300 Beacon Printing - Brad & Judy Brandmeier Coffee Importers Espresso Bar 949.493.7773 mariannedorsey@cox.net, 24681 La Plaza, Ste. 125 949.661.3877 34531 Golden Lantern, www.coffeeimporters.com www.giftbasketsbyunderwraps.com beaconprinting@sbcglobal.net COMPUTER REPAIR & SERVICES Printing OC 949.388.4888 HANDYMAN SERVICES 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com San Clemente Computer & Network Services Robert’s Professional Handyman Services daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 Lic. # B853695 PSYCHOTHERAPY 949.606.6425 Solution Tek-nologies 949.400.0080 Corinne Rupert PhD, PsyD, MFT 949.488.2648 HAIR SALONS www.solutiontek-nologies.com 33971 Selva Rd. Ste. 125, Monarch Bay Haircutters 949.496.1957 www.danapointpsychotherapy.com CONTRACTORs - GENERAL 20 Monarch Bay Plaza Michael Hoffman, MFT 949.212.4149 Creative Environments Construction 949.496.3728 Paragon Salon 949.489.1955 www.michaelhoffmanmft.com Design & Build #464468 34161 Pacific Coast Hwy. REAL ESTATE - RESIDENTIAL Utopia Salon 949.661.1664 Contractors - Painting Barry 949.661.1664 Altera Real Estate, Shirley Tenger 949.487.7700 LH Painting, CA LIC. # 647760 949.240.8795 Gary 949.231.9755 www.tengerteam.com 33391 Sea Bright Dr., www.lhpainting.com Morgan 949.433.3960 JHill & Associates 949.488.7653 24582 Del Prado, #B, www.barrysutopia.com 25471 Evans Pointe, www.hillrealty.org

Dana Point Dental 949.661.5664 34080 Golden Lantern, Ste 201, www.danapointdental.com Dr. Hannah Lewis, DDS 949.496.5713 24655 Unit E La Plaza, www.danapointsmiles.com

ROOFING

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

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

Gemmell’s French Restaurant 949.234.0063 34471 Golden Lantern, Norma Mardian Interior Design 949.492.6271 www.gemmellsrestaurant.com www.nminteriordesign.com Jolly Roger Restaurant 949.496.0855 34661 Golden Lantern, www.aloharestaurants.com Jeweler Smokey’s House of BBQ 949.388.8102 Dana Point Jeweler 949.489.1165 32860 Pacific Coast Hwy. #4, 24845 Del Prado, www.danapointjeweler.com www.SmokeysHouseofBBQ.com

INTERIOR DESIGN

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

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HELP WANTED EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Career Change? Agents Wanted. Become a Real Estate Agent Now. Live Licensing Classes – earn while you learn. Leads provided in license training for quick earnings. Call 800.727.7277, ext. 381 PROGRAM AIDE – GRIPCARE Part-time Program Aide position to work with middle-school students. Hours will be prior to school hours: 7 am – 11 am, Monday through Friday. Duties will include planning and implementing activities in one or more of the following areas: education; social recreation; arts and crafts; and physical education. Requirements: high school diploma, experience working with children, communication skills to deal with children and with the general public (bilingual in Spanish a plus), CPR and first aid certified. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley is an equal opportunity employer. If interested, please contact Nicole Belair, Unit Director, at 949.240.7898 extension *19 or by email at nbelair@bgccapo.com. LEAD PROGRAM AIDE-GRIPCARE Part-time Program Aide position to work with middle-school students, serving as area leader for the staff running the Grip-care program. Hours will be a split shift: 7 am – 10 am and 3 pm – 6pm. Duties will include planning and implementing activities in one or more of the following areas: education; social recreation; arts and crafts; and physical education. Requirements: high school diploma, experience working with children, communication skills to deal with children and with the general public (bilingual in Spanish a plus), CPR and first aid certified, supervisory experience a plus. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley is an equal opportunity employer. If interested, please contact Nicole Belair, Unit Director, at 949.240.7898 extension *19 or by email at nbelair@bgccapo.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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Dana Point’s Newest Centenarian Maggie Cox celebrated her 100th birthday last week By Jamal Al-Sarraf Dana Point Times

umanity overcame a great deal of obstacles in the past 100 years—invented flight, survived two world wars and even landed a man on the moon. Not many people lived long enough to tell the tale of all of these events. Even less can tell stories about the First World War or the first car, but Maggie Cox, who turned 100 last week, can. With sky blue eyes, dressed in formal wear and her cat, Leo, in her lap, Cox told the story—a very abbreviated version of the story—of all she has witnessed over the last 100 years. Born on August, 12, 1910, in Denmark, Cox and her family moved to the United States when she was about two years old. Her family moved to the Seattle-Tacoma, Wash. area in the early 1910s and bought one of the earliest cars ever produced; surprisingly it wasn’t a Ford but a Buick and a windshield was considered an option at the time. Cox recalls a childhood that to her seemed a lot more fun back then. “When I was growing up it was a lot safer,” she said. “…But these days it seems a lot more dangerous. Children don’t have the freedom to just go outside without their parents worrying about them. Life was much more simple back then.” Later that decade Cox would be fighting for her life. Shortly before her teens, she caught a disease that infected millions. The doctors had a grim prognosis. “I remember when I was eight years old and I caught the flu,” she said. “The doctors didn’t think I would live through it.” That was in 1918 when an international flu pandemic killed millions across the globe. Doctors at the time didn’t have the vaccines or drugs to counter the virus. And yet, Cox survived the epidemic, against all odds. Shortly after beating the flu she moved to Los Angeles and recalls when it wasn’t so heavily populated. “There weren’t nearly as many people back then,” she said. “You could actually get somewhere quickly.” During the remainder of her teen and young adult years, Prohibition was in full swing. It never deterred anyone from going to underground bars according to Cox. “Prohibition never stopped anyone from drinking,” she said. “I remember the bars where they had the sliding panes where someone would peek out and ask who was there. Bathtub gin was also very popular then. They’d always mix it with orange juice too. I wasn’t that big of a drinker but I loved to dance.” Then the depression hit the country. It was rough for many but not for Cox. She worked as a legal assistant at the time and sees many parallels between that time and the present. “The depression didn’t really affect me. I was making $100 a month [about $1,204 in today’s economy] but my pay was cut to $85 a month,” she said. “Times were tough on a lot of people back then but things were different too. People did what they had to in order to survive. Today everything is just a mess with all the banks.” She also met her first husband, the late Winthrop Brown, in Page 20 • Dana Point Times • August 20–26, 2010

Maggie Cox at her home in Monarch Beach. Photo by Jamal Al-Sarraf

1936 who she was married to for 38 years. Cox remembers him fondly: “He was an outdoors man and loved the wild,” she said. “He was a lovely man and I had my two wonderful daughters with him.” Patriotism hit Cox, and the country, shortly after the depression when World War II erupted. For the first time, Cox truly felt that she was an American. “During World War II everyone was involved and tried to help in any way they could. It was the first time that I felt like a true patriot,” she said. “People were really scared of the Japanese. At night we had to turn off all our lights. No one could even light a cigarette in Los Angeles.” In 1969 humanity finally traveled through space and landed on the moon. Unfortunately for Cox, she wasn’t able to see such a triumph live on television. “I was in Denmark when Armstrong landed on the moon,” she said. “I was asleep and no one bothered to wake me up to watch him land!” That year she also moved to Dana Point and purchased her current home in Monarch Beach with her second, late husband, Ray Cox, who she was married to for 24 years. She recalls how the area changed radically over the years. “Monarch Beach was ugly at the time with all the construction,” she said. “But living by the beach doesn’t do you any harm.”

Cox has the wit, humor and spunk of a much younger person. She doesn’t look the age either according to Sharon Briggs, her caretaker. “I thought she was 75 or 80 when I was first offered the job [as a caretaker],” she said. “When she told me she was turning 100 this year I almost fell out of my chair!” Cox is also a fan of email and the internet Briggs said. “Maggie loves to use email to communicate with family and friends,” she said. “She’s even taken classes to try and learn how to better use her computer.” She even went to the gym for the first time three weeks ago. She signed up at Palestra Gym in Dana Point and began weight lifting. “Whenever she’s at the gym a crowd gathers and is just in awe when she’s there,” Briggs said. “It’s amazing that she joined at her age. The people at the gym also love her.” Throughout the years, Cox has met many people who have entered and left her life. She loves her family—seven great grandchildren, four granddaughters, two daughters and misses her late older sister. Without them her life wouldn’t have been as memorable. “I have a wonderful family,” she said, “and many beautiful memories.” When asked what advice she would give to others aspiring to such a long life, she had this to say, “Laugh, have an angel on your shoulder and enjoy the family and friends you have. That’s what brought me joy and long life.” DP www.danapointtimes.com

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Lynx vs. Sparks, Staples Center August 20, 7:30 p.m.

August has been unkind to the Dodgers and they know it. That’s why the boys will look to get back on track as they host the Reds in a three-game series. Info: www.losangeles.

The L.A. Sparks will take the court ready to put Minnesota on lockdown while looking to go 4-0 against their opponent this season.

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Surf for the Sea

14th annual benefit memorial contest set for September 11 and 12 By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

urf for the Sea has been a longstanding Southern California tradition. The contest, now in its 14th year, is held each year in memory of late local surfers Harry Bennett, Steve Leighton, Tore Bonura, Chuck “Clubber” Hundley, Banning Capps, Court Overin, John Craven, Midget Smith and Casey Williams. This year’s event is set for Saturday, September 11 and 12 at the south side of the Oceanside Pier. A portion of the proceeds from this benefit memorial contest go to support the Surfrider Foundation, San Diego Chapter and other environmental organizations helping to protect our coast, ocean, waves and beaches. “Surf for the Sea will also consider making a donation to other nonprofit organizations that support a positive image for our surfing youth,” said Contest Director Carolyn Kram-

SURF RESULTS A N D B O A R D S H O R TS Super Girls Pro Jr., ASP Women’s Junior Qualifier August 14, Oceanside 1. Coco Ho, 16.26, HAW; 2. Malia Manuel, 15.17, HAW; 3. Lakey Peterson, 10.67, Santa Barbara; 4. Leila Hurst, 10.27, HAW. Win a Surf Trip to the Dominican Republic Join the Iron Surfer Challenge membership drive and help the Surfrider Foundation grow in numbers and strength. Surfrider members know how important the protection of our coastlines is and can make a difference by introducing friends and acquaintances to the work of the Foundation. If every member signs up just one friend, Surfrider’s impact will be doubled. Members who sign up five friends will be recognized as an Iron Surfer with a limited edition 2010 Iron Surfer T-shirt. The top three Iron Surfers who recruit the most new members by October 31 will win a surf trip to the Quiksilver Travel Surf House in the Dominican Republic. The Surf House is a clean, cool, comfortable house within walking distance to six waves. Once the sun goes down Cabarete lights up as one of the best party towns in the Caribbean! This sixday/five-night trip includes airfare, roundtrip Page 22 • Dana Point Times • August 20–26, 2010

WOMENS BASKETBALL

Reds vs. Dodgers, Dodger Stadium August 20, 7:10 p.m.

mer. “We are also very excited that MTV will be filming a final scene of an episode of the TV series of MADE for a few hours during the contest.” The entry fee is $40 for amateur and $80 for the Pro/Am division and trophies will be awarded in 14 divisions. Competitors receive an event T-shirt, Johnny Manana’s catered lunch and a chance at the opportunity raffle. Raffle prizes include surfboards, wetsuits and other surf industry provided goods. A beach cleanup—a Surf for the Sea tradition—is a big part of the event each year as a part of the environmental awareness message the contest promotes. Entry blanks are available online at www. surfridersd.org, www.surfwsa.org, and www. seasister.com. For event information or to find out how to become a sponsor, contact contest director Carolyn Krammer at 760.439.0863 or email carolnoceanside@cs.com. DP airport from Puerto Plata (POP), three meals per day, accommodation with TV, Wi-fi, DVD, Ipod dock, BBQ, swimming pool and warm water shower, as well as daily 4x4 transportation to the best surf spots from Luperon to Cabrera with a bilingual surf guide/driver. First day to travel is Nov. 1, 2010. Travel must be completed by April 15, 2011. Black-out dates from Dec 16-Jan 14. The Iron Surfer contest is open to Surfrider Foundation members only. If you’re not a member, please visit www. surfriderfoundation.org to sign up.

UPCOMING EVENTS August 28-29: Surfing America Prime, Event No.1, Camp Pendleton, DMJ’s August 28-29: NSSA Southwest Conference Explorer, Event No. 1, Huntington Beach, Pier September 4-5: Southwest Conference Explorer, Event No. 2, Huntington Beach, 9th Street September 11-12: NSSA Southwest Conference Open, Event No.1, Huntington Beach, Pier September 25-26: WSA Gatorade Championship Tour, Event No.2, Carlsbad, Ponto September 25-26: NSSA Southwest Conference Open, Event No. 2, Oceanside, South Jetty

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L.A. Mud Run, Rose Bowl August 21, 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Participants can look forward to a 4-mile Mud Run with 24 obstacles and can race as an individual or part of a 4-person team. Unique awards will be presented to top finishers. Info: www.

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Midnight Madness Fun Bicycle Ride August 21, Midnight

Rays vs. Angels, Angel Stadium August 23, 7:05 p.m.

The 37th Annual Midnight Madness is a fun night of cycling, contests, prizes, and entertainment to support community youth programs.

The Angels return home after six games on the road in time to host the Tampa Bay Rays for three games before taking on Baltimore at the end of the week.

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S C O R E B OA R D YOUTH WATER POLO CVAC Water Polo Players Among the Best at 41st National Junior Olympics Three water polo teams from Capistrano Valley Aquatics Club (CVAC) made a great showing in USA Water Polo’s National Junior Olympics held July 31-August 8 throughout Los Angeles and Pasadena area pools. Each team played a series of games against different teams from around the country over the course of four days. CVAC 10-Under Mixed Junior Olympic Team are (back row) Matthew Kacura, Kai Hanson, Krista Krantz, Dylan Clemens, Ava CVAC’s 14U Boys, 14U Perkins, Tori Higginson, Coach Kevin Perkins, (front row) Dawn Girls, and 10U Boys/Girls Schneringer, Alex Higginson, Riley Catino, Elliott Sloan, Ethan mixed teams participated in the tournament by qualifying Mudge, Alison Echelberger and Juliette Clark. Courtesy photo in tournaments held in Southern California in May. Competition was challenging, and the new modified Olympic-style single-elimination bracketing was new to the event this year. The 14 U Boys’ team, finished 22nd in the nation out of a field of 56 teams. Head coach Byron Reidenbaugh said, “CVAC players just completed competition of the National Junior Olympics which is the highest level of competition for their age group. The 14U boys, 14U Girls and 10U showed they are among the best in the nation. All teams competed for four long days and were just awesome.” The 14U Girls’ team made it to the Platinum division after the first day’s competition and finished the tournament placing 21st out of 44 teams. For the first time in CVAC’s history, 10U Boys/Girls Mixed also made an appearance this summer at the Junior Olympics. For the club’s youngest group of athletes, this was a new and exciting experience. They finished 17th (or fifth in the Gold bracket) out of a field of 24 teams. CVAC, which was developed by Byron Reidenbaugh in 2002, draws players from San Clemente, Dana Point, and Capistrano Valley and works closely with area high schools to develop strong swimming and water polo skills at a young age, so that these athletes will be prepared for high school competition. For more information about CVAC, visit CVAC water polo on www.youtube.com. CVAC is a year round water polo club and will start its Fall SOPAC league in September. For registration information, contact visit www.cvaquaticsclub.org.

ADULT SOFTBALL & KICKBALL City of Dana Point Adult Softball and Kickball: August 18, 2010 Key: W=wins, L=losses, T=ties MONDAY SOFTBALL: 1. Prestige Worldwide, W-6, L-0, T-0; =2. No Glove No Love, W-4, L-2, T-0; =2. Feel the Heat, W-4, L-2, T-0; 4. Caliente Cantina, W-2, L-4, T-0; =6. Dr. Eckl’s Green Team, W-1, L-5, T-0; =6. The Blasters, W-1, L-5, T-0. MONDAY KICKBALL: 1. Skills that Kill, W-4, L-2, T-0; 2. Cobra Kai, W-3, L-1, T-2; 3. bAllStars, W-2, L-3, T-1; 4. St. Regis Blue Ball Crushers, W-1, L-4, T-1. WEDNESDAY SOFTBALL: 1. Ricardo’s Place, W-6, L-0, T-0; 2. Where My Pitches At?, W-4, L-2, T-0; 3. Da Playaz, W-2, L-4, T-0; 4. Balls & Dolls, W-1, L-5, T-0. WEDNESDAY KICKBALL: 1. Absolut Ballers, W-5, L-1, T-0; 2. Dirtbags, W-4, L-1, T-1; 3. Free Ballers, W-3, L-2, T-1; =4. Mixed Nuts, W-2, L-4, T-0; =4. Sofa Kings, W2, L-4, T-0; 6. The Ballers, W-1, L-5, T-0. www.danapointtimes.com