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Farewell to the Wall Thousands visit traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall replica E Y E O N D P/ PAG E 5

Dana Point VFW Post 9934 members and Vietnam veterans (L to R) Jr. Vice Commander Elect Bob Pruitt, Jay Wodarck, Frank Tucker and Chaplain Elect Bill Marshall volunteered at the wall exhibit. Photo by Andrea Swayne

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City Removes, Replants Ruby Lantern Palm Trees

Dana Point, San Clemente State Parks Spared in Budget Crisis

Five Local Surfers Crowned WSA West Coast Division Champs

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City and Business Calendar Saturday, May 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

Monday, May 23 City Council Meeting 6 p.m. City Council Chambers, 33282, Golden Lantern, 949.248.3501, www. danapoint.org

Senior Bingo 12:15 p.m. Monday and Wednesday at the Dana Point Community/Senior Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street, 949.248.3536, www.danapoint.org

Tuesday, May 24 Toastmasters 7 p.m. Dana Point Harbor Toastmasters meets every Tuesday at the Dana Point Library. 33841 Niguel Road, 949.496.2275, www.danaharbor.freetoasthost.ws

Wednesday, May 25 Sunrise Rotary Club 7 a.m. the Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at the RitzCarlton. 1 Ritz-Carlton Drive, 949.493.2759, www.monarchbeachrotary.com

Thursday, May 26 Coastmasters 7 a.m. the Coastmasters of Dana Point (a Toastmasters affiliate) meets every Thursday at the Jolly Roger Restaurant, 34661 Golden Lantern, 949.496.9610, www. coastmasters.org

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…the Removal of Palm Trees on Ruby Lantern?

THE LATEST: On Tuesday a city-contracted tree service removed five Canary Island Date Palm trees from the Ruby Lantern Parkway and replanted them elsewhere. City Parks Manager Brian McClure said that the move was necessary as the palms were located underneath SDG&E power lines and the utility routinely tops them for clearance. Trees located in the public right of way are usually maintained by the city but SDG&E gave Dana Point notice in 2009 that in order to maintain a required clearance of 10 feet between the tops of the trees and power lines they would need to start “severely” trimming the palms. “Trimming the palms in such a manner damages their health and leaves them susceptible to diseases such as pink bud rot and fusarium,” said McClure in an email. “As the palms to continue to grow, SDG&E will have to kill them in order to maintain their clearance. Given that the palms are worth an estimated $10,000 each, we began working with SDG&E on possible alternatives to topping the palm trees. The city had already looked at undergrounding the utility lines and that proved to be too costly an endeavor. Thus, we had SDG&E investigate the possibility of moving the lines. Unfortunately, the cost to move the line was roughly $500,000.” McClure also said that there have been many meetings with residents over the years regarding both the trees and the possibility of undergrounding the lines. Public Works Director Brad Fowler said that City Council reviewed undergrounding a number of years ago and adopted a policy that residents could use to pursue this option with the city and SDG&E putting the cost on their property tax bill over the long term. “This is similar to the Newport Beach and Laguna Beach program,” he said. “The difficulty is that Dana Point Times May 20–26, 2011

One of five Canary Island Date Palms removed from Ruby Lantern sits atop a tree service truck. Four will be replanted across the street and the other at Sycamore Creek Trail. Photo by Pantea Ommi Mohajer

it is very expensive and takes several years. Citywide you are talking about $100 million, maybe $25-$35 thousand per residence.” McClure also met with many key residents in the area last week to discuss the city’s plan for the decades-old palms. The plan included the removal of all five palms that are underneath the power lines, replanting four across the street in the parkway next to the auto shop at 34122 Pacific Coast Highway and moving the fifth tree to a temporary location at Sycamore Creek Trail. City Engineer Matt Sinacori worked with the city’s SDG&E liaison, Patti Goode, to schedule the May 17 power outage to coincide with SDG&E’s scheduled safety-related pole and wire maintenance upgrades so that the trees could be relocated without the extra cost of paying for an outage. WHAT’S NEXT: “Residents were very inter-

ested in keeping the palms on Ruby Lantern and in trying to maintain some of the screening that the palms provided from the traffic on PCH. Once the palms are removed, the city will plant the parkway with 36-inch box trees that will provide screening for the residents and yet stay short enough not to interfere with the overhead utility lines,” said McClure. FIND OUT MORE: www.danapoint.org —Andrea Swayne

…Charges Against Former CUSD Officials?

THE LATEST: The District Attorney’s Office on May 17 responded to questions from appellate justices asking whether they had properly disclosed to the court all of the nec-

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essary information in the perjury case against former Capistrano Unified School District Assistant Superintendent Susan McGill. That comes days after the final charges were dropped against former Superintendent James Fleming. They were indicted four years ago this month on allegations surrounding the creation of an “enemies list” of those who supported an unsuccessful recall attempt against all seven trustees in 2005. McGill faces a perjury charge, for allegedly lying that she created the lists and passed them to Fleming, but appellate court justices grilled prosecutors as to whether they disclosed they had evidence the list was created by former district spokesman David Smollar. WHAT’S NEXT: Deputy District Attorney Stephen Sauer said in the brief his office acted properly. If the justices don’t agree in (Cont. on page 4) www.danapointtimes.com

Eye on DP (Cont. from page 3) their ruling, expected in coming weeks, the final charge against McGill would also be dismissed. FIND OUT MORE: See the justices’ remarks at the Beyond the Blackboard blog at www. danapointtimes.com —Jonathan Volzke

…Local State Budget Impacts?

THE LATEST: Dana Point was spared when Governor Jerry Brown announced his plans to close 70 state parks because of the budget crisis. Of the 70 parks targeted for closure, none was in Orange County. Schools also got a little good news when Governor Brown released his May “revise” budget on Monday: It included an additional $3 billion for K-12 education. At Capistrano Unified School District, officials are looking at $21 million in cuts to their $382 million budget. WHAT’S NEXT: “While we are encouraged by the governor’s latest proposal, we are still evaluating what it means to the district,” CUSD spokesman Marcus Walton said.

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In Dana Point, City Manager Doug Chotkevys preferred to wait for the state’s final budget before commenting. FIND OUT MORE: See www.danapointtimes.com for updates.

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…the City Council Budget Hearing?

written requests. FIND OUT MORE: For more information, call City Clerk Kathy Ward at 949.248.3523. Proposed budget documents were set to be posted for public review on the city’s website, www.danapoint.org by Thursday afternoon. —AS

THE LATEST: The office of the Dana Point City Clerk issued a Notice of Public Hearing to announce a public meeting to consider preliminary operating and capital improvement program budgets for fiscal years 2011-2012 and 2012-2013. The hearing will be held during the regular city council meeting scheduled for May 23, 6 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 210. WHAT’S NEXT: Members of the public who wish to speak—either in favor of or in opposition to—this item may request to do so either in writing or at the hearing. Written requests should be addressed to the City of Dana Point, Attention: City Clerk, 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 203, Dana Point, CA 92629. Please reference the hearing title and date in any

…the Proposed Orangeman Triathlon?

THE LATEST: Organizers of the Orangeman Triathlon continue to gather support and iron out details for the swim-run-ride event, scheduled for September 25. The event would begin and end at Salt Creek Beach. It will be a half-distance triathlon, the only one in Orange County. Organizers expect as many as 1,500 athletes to compete in the race, which includes a swim in the ocean off Dana Point, a run along Dana Point’s trails and a bicycle ride that will take competitors into the Cleveland National Forest along Ortega Highway. The event, made up of a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bicycle ride and 13.1-mile run, is sanctioned by the USA Triathlon. Organizers have been working with

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Dana Point officials, who have not yet issued a permit but are in favor of the plan. “We are supportive of your half ironman triathlon and think it can be an exciting event for southern Orange County,” Director of Public Works and Engineering Services Brad Fowler said in a letter to the group. WHAT’S NEXT: Approvals fall into place like dominoes. Dana Point was waiting to see if the project garnered the necessary support from San Juan Capistrano and Caltrans. Capistrano officials on Tuesday gave it their blessing. Event organizers will pay city fees and costs. Initial estimates for Dana Point Police Services, for example, are in the neighborhood of $10,000. FIND OUT MORE: See the event’s website at http://orangemantriathlon.com. —JV

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Farewell to the Wall

Thousands visit traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall replica By Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

he Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. is a place of healing for those whose lives were forever changed by the Vietnam War and a place for all to learn about and honor those who died in service to our country. For the members of Dana Point Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9934, bringing the American Veterans Traveling Tribute Memorial Wall to Dana Point was an important mission and it has proved to be one that they will never forget. VFW members welcomed the Wall to Sea Terrace Park on May 11, where it was on display 24 hours a day through the afternoon of May 16. During that time, an estimated 35,000 visitors paid their respects at the 80 percent replica monument. The AVTT display included The Cost of Freedom Tribute, a series of memorial panels dedicated to other wars, police and fire authorities and the 9/11 terrorist attacks. For VFW Post 99334 Commander Bob Fowler, bringing the traveling wall to town was an effort started roughly three years ago and will be the icing on the cake of his time as commander of the group. Fowler’s term will be over in June and this project was a fine way to conclude his command, he said on Monday, before the start of the closing ceremony at noon. “The turnout was wonderful. We couldn’t ask for more in making people aware of Vietnam and the ones who sacrificed their lives and to bring honor—to the families, that is very important,” said Fowler. “If that happened, then we did what we were supposed to do in our job. A majority of my

A steady stream of people, estimated at about 35,000, visited the traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall in Dana Point, May 11 through 16. Photos by Andrea Swayne

brothers in VFW Post 9932 are Vietnam vets and we were happy to honor those we fought with. Many of us are still alive because of them and it’s maybe time for many of us to get a little healing ourselves.” Fowler delighted at seeing not only so many veterans coming to the wall for some healing but also at how many families and students came. “It is really a great thing for Vietnam vets to see others honor the sacrifice that their brothers, sons, fathers and daughters gave for America and for the people of Vietnam,” said Fowler. “It really helps give some closure.” Fowler also wanted to make it known how much his post appreciates the help of the City of Dana Point, its citizens and

Five WWII veterans attended closing ceremonies on Monday including Dana Point’s Mitch Higginbotham (second from left) and Bob Moore (far right). Not pictured, Bob Bobst.

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other local supporters—The St. Regis and General Manager Johnny So, the County of Orange, to name a few—who provided help with bringing the Wall. “It takes $10,000 just to get it here, not to mention the other logistics like permits and parking,” he said. “We are very thankful for all the support we received.” Along with AVTT staff, the display was set up and manned by volunteers, many of whom are members of VFW Post 9934 and veterans of the Vietnam War. VFW member and Vietnam vet Bob Pruitt said that for him, some of the most moving moments at the traveling wall came as he interacted with visitors. “The stories that you hear from individuals who want to share memories of their loved ones are truly touching,” said Pruitt. “Speaking with them meant the most to me.” Bill Marshall, VFW Post 9934 Chaplain Elect also said that helping to erect the wall with fellow post members meant a lot to him. “Very rarely do we get a chance outside of our own post to talk with other veterans—to talk with Korean War veterans and even some WWII veterans—and note the similarities between what we experienced,” said Marshall. “War is war and each one is different, yet many things are the same.” Marshall also expressed his pleasure in seeing a vast difference between the ages of wall visitors—many of whom were yet to be born in the Vietnam area. Kameron Reyes, 12, a Capistrano Valley Christian Schools homeschool student was one of many kids who visited Page 5

Kameron Reyes, 12, makes a pencil rubbing of his grandfather’s name for his mom Kendra.

and spoke with the veterans. Reyes joined others at the wall in taking a pencil rubbing of a name engraved on the wall. “I was making a rubbing of my grandfather Kenneth E. Walker’s name for my mom,” said Reyes. “It made me feel both sad about how he died but also proud because he died serving our country.” Kameron’s mom Kendra Reyes who is also the coordinator of the CVCS homeschool group, said she felt it was important for the kids to see the impact of the thousands of names on the wall. “The kids were able to see how many visitors came and realize that the names on the wall are not (Cont. on page 6) www.danapointtimes.com

Eye on DP (Cont. from page 5) just names, they were fathers, sons and part of a family—real people who served and died for our country,” she said. “I was only five when my dad died and although I have seen the wall in D.C., having a chance to bring my kids to see it here locally is very special.” Jim Brunotte, Assistant Outpost Leader of Point Man International Ministries, volunteered to help direct visitors—navigating through the grass in his motorized wheelchair—to the correct panel and line where the names of their loved ones reside among the thousands on the wall. As he spoke with attendees he graciously shared the story of his experience in Vietnam that robbed him of both of his legs, one arm and an eye. “I served in the 720th Military Police in Long Binh,” said Brunotte. “I arrived there August, 28, 1968 and I got hit on October 1, 1968. I drove a jeep over in excess of 55 pounds of explosives—a land mine—that cut our jeep in half. I lost a good friend in the explosion, PFC Robert Alicea—his name is on panel 42W, line 52. It is only by the grace of God that I am here today and for that I am grateful. The good lord brought me home.” Brunotte said that most that arrive at the wall come in a sad or at least somber mood, but the stories told there and the reminiscing of good times with their lost loved one, see that many leave with a smile on their face and some healing in their heart. “I’ve worked with the traveling wall for a

DP Sheriff’s Blotter Compiled By Erin Thomas 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.

Left: Vietnam veteran Keith Miller of Capistrano Beach searches for a name on the wall. Right: Vietnam veterans Gary Clark (left) of Capistrano Beach and Point Man International Ministries Assistant Outpost Leader Jim Brunotte get acquainted at the Wall. Photos by Andrea Swayne

number of years and it’s always a fantastic experience. This is just what our communities need to do to help the vets,” said Brunotte. “Every name has a story and every time you come you hear more. I was talking with a couple the other day. They asked me how to find panel 42W, line 52 to see the name of the friend who stood up as best man at their wedding. That’s the panel

my buddy Robert Alicea is on. I directed them to the panel and the name they were looking for turned out to be just two names over from Alicea’s.” As the sun reached the highest point in the sky on Monday, the memorial event also reached a high. Ret. USMC Col. and VFW Post 9934 Commander Elect Joe Snyder, Col. Willy Buhl former com-

Pacific Coast Highway / Crown Valley Parkway (6:47 p.m.) A man was reported walking inbetween traffic lanes while waving flags. Welfare Check Camino El Molino, 34200 Block (2:06 p.m.) A person at a grocery warehouse store called 911 to report a woman yelling at an 8-year-old boy ramming her shopping cart into his body and pulling his hair. The informant attempted to speak with the woman and she responded belligerently. Authorities were able to track down the subject’s address via her license plate number.

Dana Strand Road, 34000 Block (11:37 a.m.) A man reported 20 teenagers, some of which were physically fighting, in a beach park complex. The informant chased them off and they disappeared on foot. The informant said that he overheard the group deciding to take the fight to a different location.

Suspicious Person Pacific Coast Highway / Violet Lantern (9:54 p.m.) A man called authorities when a homeless man tried to reach inside his car while he was getting gas at a station. Deputies found the subject to be wanted in Tennessee on felony warrants, including rape.

Disturbance Pacific Coast Highway / Doheny Park Road (2:02 p.m.) A woman reported a man in a fast food restaurant begging her for money. When she refused, the man responded in a threatening manner. The caller said she was afraid to leave the restaurant. Suspicious Person in Vehicle Golden Lantern, 32500 Block (1:06 p.m.) A woman was arrested after a person in grocery store reported that she put $500 on a gift card and had somehow obtained an employee key. The subject’s car did not have license plates or registration information. Arrest records list the woman’s occupation as paralegal.

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Sunday, May 15 Disturbance Mariner Drive / Niguel Road (10:20 p.m.) Two people called 911 while observing a man yelling at bystanders in a pool area after carrying a rug out of a gym. The man was arrested when he returned to the gym area.

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Unknown Trouble Malaga Drive, 34000 Block (4:56 a.m.) A man called authorities to report that a group of men was attempting to kidnap him. The informant claimed that the men were fugitives that he met in Hawaii. The caller’s brother told the police that the subject is schizophrenic.

Saturday, May 14 Battery Beach Road, 35200 Block (12:40 a.m.) A man called police saying that a woman had hit him in the face multiple times. During the phone conversation, the woman struggled with him. The man called back and said that he no longer wanted to make the report. Disturbance / Family Dispute Calle Loma, 34800 Block (11:33 p.m.) A bartender was arrested after his wife called 911 and said that he was beating her. Indecent Exposure La Serena Drive, 34100 Block (9:28 p.m.)

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mander of Dana Point’s adopted 5th Marine Regiment, Mayor Scott Schoeffel and others addressed the crowd, Brendon Jenkins sang the National Anthem and God Bless the USA and Dana Hills High School student Mitch Longerbone played Taps at the closing ceremony. Snyder wrapped things up by saying, “The whole six days that we’ve spent here have been a celebration of freedom and liberty, and that we must not forget. It’s up to us as adults, seniors, grandparents, fathers and mothers to instill in our children that sense of freedom and that sense of liberty that we all enjoy—the very values our nation was founded on. Freedom is not free. I know that’s a cliché, but it’s the gospel truth. For every ounce of freedom that we share and as we prosper in this country and our democracy and love liberty, none of it could have happened without all the sacrifice of all the fighting men and women from the Revolutionary War right up until this day. Sixteen days from now will be May 30, Memorial Day. This year for Dana Point’s service we will be honoring the Vietnam veterans. This celebration will be at Pines Park once again in Capistrano Beach. I want to extend all of you and all your neighbors an invitation to come Memorial Day morning as we once again honor our fallen comrades.” DP ON THE WEB: Log on to www.danapointtimes.com to read the full story and see a photo slide show from closing day.

Authorities were called when a man was seen mooning children who were attending a birthday party. Petty Theft Doheny Park Road / Las Vegas Avenue (9:20 p.m.) An employee of a liquor store reported a 19-year-old man attempting to steal from the store. The man was detained outside of the business and was semi-cooperative with the police. Grand Theft Del Prado, 24500 Block (9:01 p.m.) A thief rode away on a caller’s mountain bike. Disturbance Sea Point Drive, 33500 Block (7:43 p.m.) A large group of teenagers was reported in a pool area for possibly smoking marijuana. Suspicious Person / Circumstances Crown Valley Parkway / Pacific Coast Highway (5:34 p.m.) A person called 911 to report an 8-year-old child going from pump to pump at a gas station attempting to sell candy and asking for money. The informant stated that the child’s parents were parked in a van and were not supervising the child. Drunk in Public Doheny Park Road, 34000 Block (4:32 p.m.) A man, who had become intoxicated by drinking vanilla extract, was reported in an alley next to a restaurant. www.danapointtimes.com

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PROPS, RECOGNITIONS AND MORSELS OF INFO Library Seeks Teen Volunteers

Dana Point Library Children’s Librarian Carolyn Hopkins is looking for teen volunteers to help with summer reading programs. Photo by Andrea Swayne u Dana Point Library Children’s Librarian

Carolyn Hopkins is looking for teen volunteers to help with the 2011 summer reading program, “One World, Many Stories.” Teens are needed to assist with registering young readers for the program, issuing reading logs, monitoring reading progress, handing

out prizes to program winners and assisting the librarian at summer reading events. Volunteers may elect to help for all or part of the summer. Volunteers must be at least 12 years old or entering the 6th grade or higher in the fall. Applications are available at the Dana Point Library, 33841 Niguel Road. Teen volunteer orientation will be held on Friday, June 24 from 11 a.m. to noon at the library. For more information email Carolyn Hopkins at Carolyn.hopkins@occr.ocgov.com or call her at 949.499.5517.

Historical Society to Honor Bea Reed on Founders Day

Bark for Life Set for June 4 Courtesy of Bark for Life

u Bark for Life, a canine event to ﬁght

u The Dana Point Historical Society will be recognizing Bea Reed as the 2011 Founders Day Honoree on Monday, May 23, 6 p.m. at the Dana Point Community House, 24642 San Juan Avenue in Dana Point. Reed has been a loyal and active Dana Point Historical Society member since its inception as the Dana Point / Capistrano

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Beach Historical Society. She was a civic leader in the Capistrano Beach Community Association, working toward the incorporation of her hometown. When that movement led to the combination of it and Dana Point into one city, she followed that path and remained active to its culmination. The popular annual Founders Day program will also pay tribute to the Society’s many life members, to whom they will propose a toast. Refreshments and appetizers will be served and the event is free and open to the public. Stop by and learn more about the history of Dana Point and its longtime residents. A guest book will be provided for attendees to write personal messages to Reed.

cancer, is set for June 4, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lantern Bay Park, 25111 Park Lantern Road in Dana Point. As a part of the American Cancer Society Relay for Life program, Bark for Life raises money to beneﬁt the ﬁght against cancer. Participating dogs must be well behaved, non-aggressive and on a leash at all times. Dog owners must be vigilant about picking up after their canine friends. Prizes will be given for the best relay dog

and the owner showing the most relay spirit. Registration is $15 for the ﬁrst dog and $5 for each additional per owner and includes a free gift for every $15 dog entered. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and ceremonies begin at 9:15 a.m. Contests start at 11 a.m. and a party will be held at noon. For more information, contact Kathy Martino via email at danapointblonde@ yahoo.com or log on to www.relayforlife. org/barkdanapointca.

BY BRAD GROSS, DIRECTOR OC DANA POINT HARBOR

Clean Marinas More Dana Point Harbor facilities receive Clean Marina Certiﬁcation

n an unprecedented achievement, four Dana Point Harbor facilities passed inspection by the Clean Marina Program in a single day. On April 27 the OC Sailing & Events Center and Dana Point Yacht Club passed their first Clean Marina inspection and joined the growing list of Dana Point Harbor facilities to have obtained Clean Marina certification, including the Dana Point East and West Harbors who were both re-certified the same day. Virtually the entire harbor is now Clean Marina certified, which is a significant achievement for OC Dana Point Harbor, the harbor’s administration. Each five years, Clean Marina facilities must be recertified as still meeting the Clean Marina standards and criteria. The criteria itself is evolving; it is expected that additional items will be added to the program with time to further improve it. In 2009, the Harbor’s Embarcadero Marina vessel dry storage and launch ramp area became a Clean Marina facility and the first such facility to be certified under the Clean Marina Program. These Dana Point Harbor Clean Marina facilities are home to more than 3,000 vessels in the water and in dry

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storage at Dana Point Harbor. Statewide there are now more than one hundred Clean Marina-certified facilities, each one demonstrating their commitment to protect the environment through this unique industrydriven program that began in 2003. Facilities that have achieved Clean Marina certification have voluntarily comBR A D mitted to reducing GR OSS the environmental impacts of their facilities and services. Marina operators and their employees implement a host of environmental best practices, from emergency and fuel spill preparedness, to improved maintenance and cleaning practices and procedures. Together these practices help the marinas greatly minimize the risk of environmental hazards at their facilities. An important aspect of the Clean Marina Program is providing boaters with information and education about clean boating practices and alternatives. Through boater education, the benefits of a Clean Marina facility expand far

Four more OC Dana Point Harbor facilities received Clean Marina Certiﬁcations last month. Photo by Andrea Swayne

beyond the day-to-day facility operations. By choosing a Clean Marina, boaters are making a definitive statement that they care about water quality and protecting the marine environment. Clean Marinas have taken steps to ensure that their facilities have a minimal impact on the environment and provide boaters important services such as pump out stations, free bilge cleaning supplies and effective recycling programs. Through the Clean Marina program marine facilities also share new methods and ideas in an endeavor to constantly improve their protection of the environment. Some of the environmental programs in Dana Point Harbor actually exceed Clean Marina requirements with measures such as trash skimmer units, underwater

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dive cleanup events and expanded free recycling services of batteries, fuel and oil filters, waste oil, ATF and engine coolant. This is one more important step in Dana Point Harbor’s continuing commitment to protect the environment. Look for boating facilities in the harbor that display the Clean Marina designation as a sign of that commitment. To find out more about OC Dana Point Harbor, see www.ocdph.com. More information about the Clean Marinas program can be found at www.cleanmarinascalifornia.org. The harbor is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. Log on to the harbor website or visit www.danapointtimes.com to read about the many ways to enjoy the planned festivities.

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Never Forget the Cost of Freedom G

ood afternoon. We are here today to say farewell to the Vietnam Veterans Traveling Wall and close a remarkable period in Dana Point history. Such a moment should Scott Schoeffel cause all of us to reflect upon the events of the past six days, a process that will no doubt stir many memories amongst us. I believe there is something about this momentous event, however, that will be defined less by what we remember and more by what we cannot possibly forget. So I have made a list of the things I will not forget about the Wall and its time in our city and I would like to share it with you now.

I will not forget the unselfish efforts and contributions of so many, led by our local VFW Post 9934, to bring the Wall to Dana Point so that we all could share this singular experience in our home town. How can I possibly forget the privilege of riding in the procession of motorcyclists escorting the Wall into Sea Terrace Park last Wednesday? I am deeply honored and grateful that I was allowed to ride near the front of the pack and will never forget looking in my mirrors and seeing two rows of riders behind me, mostly Vietnam veterans, stretching as far as the eye could see and hearing the cheers of all of the people lining Pacific Coast Highway waving American flags to show their support. I will not forget the moving opening ceremonies last Thursday, hearing from so many veterans about how important this moment was to them and being privileged to join my friend Joe Snyder in laying the Gold Star Wreath next to the Wall.

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The following is Mayor Scott Schoeffel’s address at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Traveling Wall closing ceremony at Sea Terrace Park on Monday.

SPECIAL THANKS Robert Miller, George Mackin, Rebecca Nordquist

I will not forget the solemn, reverential and strikingly peaceful mood that settled in on Sea Terrace Park this past six days as veterans of all stripes, solitary and in groups, reflected on how the Vietnam era forever changed their lives and the lives of those they love and served with. I will not forget how many families brought their children to visit the Wall so that they could witness, first hand, the terribly high price we pay for our freedom. Most importantly, I will never forget, nor will I ever take for granted, the supreme sacrifice made by the 58,259 warriors whose names are forever imprinted on the Wall. And so the Vietnam Veterans Traveling Wall will leave us and find a home in the next fortunate city on its journey. I, like all of you, will sorely miss its presence here. But I will never forget the six days it graced our town. God bless all of you, and may God bless the United States of America.

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Letters to the Editor HELP THY NEIGHBOR SHER FULLER, Dana Point

What is wrong with people? Last week I was on my daily walk on the island in the harbor and took a header onto the asphalt and landed on my bad knee. I stayed down for a minute or two to evaluate my situation before attempting to get up. As I regrouped and started to get up, I saw that there were two 30-something women stopped on the sidewalk just staring at me. They didn’t ask if I was okay. They didn’t come over to see if they could help me. They just stared at me and then walked away. I guess we’re still in the “it’s all about me period.” I would have been over there in a flash to see if I could lend a hand. In fact, two years ago as I was coming out of a bathroom on the island, a senior lady was headed in but Dana Point Times May 20–26, 2011

before she could make it, she went down on the sidewalk. I rushed over, retrieved her glasses that were now broken, and told her to stay down until she felt steady enough to rise. She said it was the third time in a week that she had fallen lately and that she thought she tripped on a crack in the sidewalk. When she mentioned the third time, I realized it was more than a crack in the sidewalk. She had had a stroke. I looked around and saw her husband slowly getting out of his car and walking towards us. He looked more fragile than she so I asked if there was somebody I could call for them. I stayed there with them until their daughter arrived to “take the controls.” She was very appreciative and I thought to myself, “Hope somebody does that for me in the future.” Apparently

that was too much to hope for. By the way, people are still driving through the harbor like it’s the Riverside Raceway—slow down!

MARRIAGE IS FOR LIFE REV. PAUL LACHLAN PECK, Capistrano Beach

Tom Blake has created a new “wedding vow” that simply shows that he has no regard for pledges in “Dating When a Spouse is Institutionalized,” Dana Point Times, May 13-19, 2011. Having been a counselor, chaplain, and/or minister for more than 60-years, I have never heard the phrase “until death do us part” mention a qualification such as Tom Blake suggests. The apt phrase is “in sickness and in health.” When a bride and groom take “The Pledge,” it is for life, not just until an inconvenient and troublesome

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illness comes along. Doing anything less is called “infidelity”—being an infidel when a strong sense of manhood and womanhood is called for. “Shacking up” is another apt phrase. It is no wonder that our national morals and ethics have dwindled so horribly, what with cavalier acts and attitudes running rampant as they are. To publicly advocate anything other than honor in such a column is frightening. And, no, I am not “holier than thou,” Mr. Blake. I simply do my best to walk the talk—and to encourage others to do the same. To submit a letter to the editor for possible inclusion in the paper, e-mail us at letters@danapointtimes.com or send it to 34932 Calle del Sol, Suite B, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624. Dana Point Times reserves the right to edit readersubmitted letters for length and is not responsible for the claims made or the information written by the writers.

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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

friday

FOREIGN FILM FRIDAY 7 p.m. The Dana Point Library will show a free screening of the movie Helena from the Wedding. The film is in English, rated R and runs 89 minutes. 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point, 949.496.5517, www.ocgov.com.

Go.See.Do

Jazz at the Casa

Jazz artists Leslie Lewis and the Gerard Hagen Quartet will perform upbeat, vocal jazz music in the Casa Romantica’s main salon May 22 at 7 p.m. The performance will be the first of two jazz music nights. The second night will be June 9 at 7 p.m. with the Ken James Trio, who will perform a blend of Latin jazz and bossa nova at sunset on the bluff-top terrace overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the San Clemente Pier. “The two upcoming performances represent a new opportunity for jazz enthusiasts to experience this unique musical genre in a stunning location, in the heart of San Clemente,” said Casa Romantica Executive Director Jenifer Finley. “Casa Romantica’s idyllic setting is the perfect backdrop for enjoying jazz. We are supporting our mission by exploring jazz as a culture and are responding to our members and the community in offering this music program. We look forward to seeing many new faces here at the Casa.” Local musicians, Leslie Lewis and the Gerard Hagen Quartet, are a classic vocal jazz band with a “new-age flavor.” Tickets for the May 22 performance are $20 for general admission, $15 for Casa Romantica members and $10 for students and children. Tickets for the June 9 performance are $15 general admission, $10 Casa Romantica members and $7 for students and children. For ticket information, call 949.498.2139 ext. 10.

The Ark’s Paws in the Garden 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Ark of San Juan presents its third annual garden tour to support The Ark’s mission of saving abandoned pets. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. www.arkofsanjuan.org. Dana Point Farmers Market 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Fresh produce and much more every Saturday at La Plaza Park, intersection of PCH and Golden Lantern in Dana Point. Doheny Blues Festival 10 a.m.-close. Two-day event at Doheny State Beach with live concerts, vendors and food. Tickets $50-$80. 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.360.7800, www.omegaevents.com.

Fiesta Dance Party 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Dance party for sixth- to eighth-graders at Ole Hanson Beach Club with a DJ and more. $5. Student ID required. 105 W. Pico, San Clemente, 949.361.8264, www.san-clemente.org. Bad Kitty Project 9 p.m. Live music at Goody’s Tavern. 206 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.3400, www.goodystavern.com.

saturday

Battle of the Mariachis Festival 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Mission San Juan Capistrano presents its mariachi event with performances, food and more. Adults $10.50, Children $6.50, Seniors $9.50. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com.

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Romance on the Water 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Bridal fair at the Dana Point Yacht Club. $10–$15. 24399 Dana Drive, Dana Point, 949.542.3820, www.bridalfairbythesea.com.

Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation 4 p.m.-9 p.m. Event with celebrity chefs, food, wine, cocktails, auctions and more at the Montage to raise funds to end childhood hunger. $150-$250. 30801 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, 949.331.6604, www.strength.org.

Verticals 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Live music at Adele’s by the Verticals. 2600 Avenida del Presidente, San Clemente, 949.481.1222, www.adelesatthesanclementeinn.com.

Italian Wine Tasting 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Winebow Imports who will be raffling off a few bottles. $15 for seven wines with snacks. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

Local Sunday Sessions event at the Cabrillo 6 p.m. Night of local music at Cabrillo Playhouse featuring Paul Brazeale, Divya Burton and Daveyon Richardson. Suggested donation $5. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 949.492.0465, www.facebook.com/localsundaysessions.

Sierra Sage Walk 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Take a walk with experts through The Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy. Free. Call for info, 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy. org.

Steel Magnolias 7 p.m. Students of the South Orange County School of the Arts present the play May 19, 20, 21 at Dana Hills High School. Tickets $10-$12. 33333 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.240.1994, www.socsarts.org.

Eric Gales 8 p.m. Guitarist at The Coach House. $13 advance, $15 day of show. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

sunday

2010 Doheny Blues Festival. Photo by Andrea Swayne

Pirate-Themed Live Music Cruise 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Dana Wharf’s music cruise featuring the Wheeland Brothers performing acoustic beach rock and a pirate theme. Full bar onboard. Tickets $10. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com. Earl Flores & Holy Toledo! 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Hawaiian-Country Concert at Hulaville. Tickets $5. Call for reservations. 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com. Jager Brothers 9 p.m.-12 a.m. Live music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949661-7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com. Electronics Recycling & Armed Forces Day at the Ocean Institute 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Two special events at the Ocean Institute. Recycle your old electronics and get free admission. In honor of Armed Forces Day, free admission for those with military ID. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org. Gallagher 8 p.m. Famous comedian live at The Coach House. Tickets $20. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com. Page 10

monday

Memorial Day Grilling 6:30 p.m. Cooking Class at Antoine’s Café with Chef Caroline Cazaumayou featuring recipes, dinner, wine and more. 218 S. Cost $50 each. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.1763, www.antoinescafe.com.

Morning Gardeners 8 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Volunteer at Los Rios Park. 31661 Los Rios, San Juan Capistrano, 949.606.6386, www.goinnative.net. Comedy Show 9:30 p.m. Comedians get some laughs at Hennessey’s every Monday night. Free. 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121, www.hennesseystavern.com. $5 Monday’s 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Join SC Wine Company for happy hour featuring three wines for $5, glasses of selected wines for $5 and mugs of beer from $5 and up. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com. (Cont. on page 15) THIS WEEK’S WEATHER 5.20 Sunny H: 65° L: 55° 5.21 Partly Cloudy H: 65° L: 55° 5.22 Cloudy H: 58° L: 53°

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GETTING OUT (Cont. from page 10)

tuesday

Two-for-One at the Wharf Dana Wharf has half price on all fishing trips. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com

San Clemente Friends Of the Library Bookstore Silent Auction 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Books will be displayed in the library lobby case. Bids taken now through June 5 at the Friends Bookstore only. 242 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.276.6342, www.sanclementefol.org. Felisha 5:30 p.m. Live acoustic soul music at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com. Ben Powell 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

wednesday

Andrew Corradini 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Acoustic music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949-661-7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

Old Capistrano Farmers Market 3 p.m.–7 p.m. Every Wednesday at El Camino Real and Yorba in San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.4700. Dupp Brothers 8 p.m. Live “hippy hillbilly” music at The Rib Joint. 34294 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.9500. Missy Andersen 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

DP Times Restaurant Spotlight

Coconuts 34235 Doheny Park Road, Capistrano Beach, 949.248.2448 Best Known For: Fun beach bar setting Most Popular Item: Coconut beer-battered shrimp Remember those claw machines at arcades, packed with plush toys? Coconuts has one now, but it’s filled with salt water and live lobster. “People are actually catching them,” says co-owner Arpi Evans. “It’s not like those stuffed animal machines. Those are impossible!” For $2 a try, customers can test their luck at grabbing a crustacean and if they win, Coconuts will steam it and serve it with butter. Not a bad deal if you consider some seafood places’ prices. “The best part about Coconuts is the beach atmosphere,” says Evans. “We try to make it as fun as possible and create a place where everyone knows your name.” And the staff is succeeding, with friendly service and a food special for nearly every day of the week—Taco Tuesday Coconuts. Photo by Cory Saul (psst—try the carnitas), Wing Wednesday and Meatloaf Thursday. Coconuts has a full menu, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, with live music on Friday and Saturday nights. For more information, see the Coconuts Facebook page. Price Range: $3-$23 Payment: Cash only, ATM on site Reservations: Not needed Hours: Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m.–2 a.m., Saturday–Sunday 8 a.m.–2 a.m., kitchen closes at 11 p.m. Go to www.danapointtimes.com and under “Getting Out” share your thoughts about this week’s restaurant.

Vine Wine Tasting & Food Pairing 7 p.m.– 8 p.m. Educational wine tasting at Vine featuring four wines paired with food; $40 per person. 211 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.9376, www.vinesanclemente. com. Comedy Night 9:30 p.m. Get some laughs at Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com. Jared from Knockout 9 p.m. Live music at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

AT THE MOVIES

By Megan Bianco

Bridesmaids to the Rescue

ome people might be thinking or saying it’s about time women got a chance to be funny in movies with the latest slapstick vehicle Bridesmaids. But actually, it’s not the first time women have been funny or given lead comedic roles. Carole Lombard, Lucille Ball, Gilda Radner and Tina Fey are just a few of the funny ladies to have legendarily joked their way into comedy film history with their fearless and restless personas over the last century. And with the Frat Pack and Apatow films playing up the “bromantic” and buddy-oriented comedies Universal Pictures the last 10 years, we haven’t seen the female side of humor in a while. But now, thanks to Judd Apatow, close collaborator Paul Feig, Kristen Wiig (of Radner and Fey’s TV alma mater Saturday Night Live) and Annie Mumolo, comes Bridesmaids. The main character of Universal’s latest release is Annie (Wiig) and everything in her life just seems to be going poorly. She has an attractive, but ungrateful, lover named Ted (Jon Hamm); her bakery has cost her more money than it has made, reducing her to working in a jewelry store; and to top it off, her best friend Lillian (Maya Rudolph) has asked her to be the maid of honor for her wedding. Only, Annie feels as if she’s Dana Point Times May 20–26, 2011

By Cory Saul

in over her head with the responsibility of all the pre-wedding rituals, resulting in mishaps. Not only that, but an unwanted rivalry with co-bridesmaid, Helen (Rose Byrne) is pushing her buttons, too. An overweight bridesmaid named Megan (Melissa McCarthy) has Annie’s back, while remaining bridesmaids busty housewife Rita (Wendi McLendon-Covey) and newlywed giggly Becca (Ellie Kemper) drown their problems with booze. What’s amazing about Bridesmaids are two things: Even with the wedding theme and setting, the groom himself and even the ceremony are the subjects least mentioned by the girls, and most of the cracks and jokes told could be used and penned just as successfully by guys. Bridesmaids doesn’t try to make itself a parody on wedding planning, but takes the same tone as Wedding Crashers (2005), with the more grown-up characterizations of Mean Girls (2004). Produced by Apatow, directed by Feig, co-written by Wiig and Mumolo, gratuitous—though non-explicit—sexual content, foul language and yes, even potty humor make their way into this flick, meaning enjoyment from any movie viewers over the age of 16 on a weekend afternoon is most likely to be found as well. DP Page 15

thursday

Estate Planning Workshop 9:30 a.m.11 a.m. The Ocean Institute holds its last financial-planning workshop on the topic, Case Study and Review. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

DHHS Dance Concert Performance 7 p.m. Students of the South County School of the Arts perform in Porthole Theater. 33333 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.240.1994, www.socsarts.org. Senior Twilight Dinner 5 p.m. Event for seniors at the Dana Point Community Center. Tickets $8. 34052 Del Obispo St., Dana Point, 949.248.3536, www.danapoint.org. Open Mic Night 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Hulaville invites all musicians, singers and hula dancers to step up and showcase your talents onstage. Every Thursday. 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com. Mike Wallace and Phillip Bardowell 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Live music duo at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949-661-7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com. Kelly Bros 8 p.m. These guys will have the dance floor rockin at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com. Jim Messina 8 p.m. Country rock artist at The Coach House, also with Scarlet Furies and Johnson McCue. Tickets $20. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com. Swing Shift 8 p.m. Live music at Swallow’s Inn. 31786 Camino Capistrano, SJC, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com. *For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.danapointtimes.com. Have an event? Send your listing to events@danapointtimes.com www.danapointtimes.com

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PROFILES OF OUR COMMUNITY

SUDOKU by Myles Mellor 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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See today’s solution in next week’s issue.

A Monumental Creation

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Vietnam Veterans Memorial designer Maya Lin is one of few women associated with the monument By Doris I. Walker Dana Point Times

t has been noted that there are few women among the 58,000 plus names on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Most who did die there were nurses. The case for feminine warriors being permitted to serve in combat zones is still being debated. However, the designer of the Vietnam Wall is another thing. She was four years old when the war began—1959. When she received the commission to create a fitting monument to those who did not return, she was 21 years old and an architecture student at Yale University. She won the national design competition over 14,000 entries. Maya Lin was raised in Ohio by her

Washington, DC, 1982 • Designer, Maya Lin Two black granite walls, placed below grade, engraved in chronological order with the names of the men and women who gave their lives in the Vietnam War. At the apex where the two walls meet, the dates 1959 and 1973 (marking the beginning and end of the war) “meet” thus closing the circle of the time span of the war. A returning veteran can find his or her own time upon the wall, making each one’s experience of the memorial very personal and individual. The siting of the piece is directly related to the presence of both the Lincoln Monument and Washington Memorial, tying it physically and historically to the site. Source: www.mayalin.com

Chinese immigrant parents. As she progressed through her art and architecture studies, she began to specialize in public monuments, emphasizing projects creating a place for people within the landscape. Lin’s Vietnam Memorial design reads like an open book, making the observer move along the “pages” of names as they read. It is outspoken, cutting aggressively through public space. It cries out grief for each individual lost, but is meant to carry a healing togetherness. The message carved in its stone is that the most significant cost of war is human life. On the Washington Mall, the original monument stretches horizontally between the vertical Washington and Lincoln Monuments, as if reaching out to share their historic significance. DP

The names of over 58,000 killed in the Vietnam War are engraved in black granite. This photo shows a close-up of one of the panels on the American Veterans Traveling Tribute replica Wall. Photo by Andrea Swayne.

Walker Wins Six Doris Walker wins six awards, five for DP Times column By Doris I. Walker Dana Point Times

Doris Walker. Photo courtesy of Dana Point Historical Society

Dana Point Times May 20–26, 2011

ana Point historian, author and Dana Point Times columnist Doris I. Walker won five first place awards and one second place in the National Federation of Press Women’s 2011 At-Large Communications Competition last month. Five of her six prizes were for stories that appeared in the Dana Point Times. Walker won first place honors in the following categories: Feature Story Within a Specialized Publication with Gigi, the Lingering Leviathan from the 2010 Festival of Whales program, in History

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for Three Wise Men of Capistrano Bay and Two Ears Before the Past, in Social Issues for Our War Victim and I the Audience, in Environment for Pelicans Survive and Three-ton Tongue and in Personal Opinion/Column for Swallows Day vs. Turkey Buzzards Day and What a Half a Century Can Bring. She also brought home a second place honor in the Children’s Fiction Book category for The Test of a Nest. All first place at-large entries will compete in the NFPW’S All-Affiliates National Contest. Awardees will be honored at the NFPW National Conference in Council Bluffs, Iowa, in September. DP www.danapointtimes.com

SPORTS

& OUTDOORS STORIES, SCORES, SCHEDULES & MORE

5 BEST BETS BOYS BASEBALL

Yellowjackets vs. Dolphins Dana Hills High May 20, 3:15 p.m. Dana Hills is all set for round one of the CIF-SS Division 1 playoffs as the boys in blue and white host Oxnard High School. Info: www.dhhs.net

BASEBALL

TRACK AND FIELD

Braves vs. Angels Angel Stadium May 20, 7:05 p.m.

CIF-SS Finals Cerritos College May 21, TBA

After a solid stint of games on the road, the Angels return to the Big A for a showdown with the Atlanta Braves.

Dana Hills has had several of its track and ﬁeld athletes advance to the CIF-SS Finals and the Dolphins are poised to make a statement.

Info: www.losangeles. angels.mlb.com

Info: www.sctritons.com

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SOCCER

Chivas USA vs. LA Galaxy, Home Depot Center May 21, 7 p.m. After a dominating 4-1 performance against Sporting Kansas City last weekend, the LA Galaxy are looking for another win against its cross town rival.

COLLEGE BASEBALL

Bruins vs. Anteaters Anteater Ballpark May 24, 6:30 p.m. Following a three-game series with UC Riverside, the Anteaters head back home to host a regular season game against UCLA. Info: www.ucirvinesports.com

Info: www.lagalaxy.com

Dolphin Report SPORTS NEWS FROM DANA HILLS HIGH SCHOOL

By David Zimmerle

BASEBALL • The Dolphins (7-5 SCL, 16-13-1) have wrapped the regular season, finishing in a second place tie with Tesoro High in the South Coast League. The team then made a first round appearance at home in the CIF-SS Division 1 playoffs against Oxnard High School at 3:15 p.m. on Friday, May 20. Should the Dolphins make it out of the first round with a win the team would next play on Tuesday, May 24. Next 7 days: N/A SOFTBALL • After finishing in first place in the Sea View League this season, the Lady Dolphins (7-1 SVL, 1710) played host to Laguna Hills High in the first round of the CIF-SS Division 2 playoffs on Thursday, May 19. A win against the Lady Hawks would advance Dana Hills into the second round of play on Tuesday, May 24. Next 7 days: N/A BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD • Following the CIF-SS Division 1 Prelims at Trabuco Hills High on May 14, the varsity boys team had several of its athletes finish with high marks. Devin Harrison qualified for the CIF-SS Division 1 Finals with a mark of 22-9 in the long jump, a 48.11 in the 400 and a strong performance with the rest of his teammates in the 1,600 relay, helping the Dolphins win its heat and qualify with a final time of 3:22.81. In the individual 1,600, Connor Kaddatz qualified for the finals with a 4:15.99, Lance Capel advanced with a 9:17.86 in the 3,200 with Ricardo Campuzano also moving on in the same event with a 9:19.82. And in the pole vault, Keith Messinger will, too, be moving on following his clearance of the bar at 13-9. For the varsity girls team, Carissa Bricker qualified for the finals with a 57.68 in the 100, Brenna Barker will be moving on after finishing with a 36-8 in the triple jump and Kelly McCormick will also make a finals appearance after clearing 10-9 in the pole vault. Next 7 days: May 21 at CIF-SS Finals at Cerritos College, TBA BOYS AND GIRLS SWIMMING • Neither the girls nor boys varsity swim teams had any of its athletes advance out of the CIF Prelims/Finals en route to the CIF-SS MasDana Point Times May 20–26, 2011

ters Meet that was held on Tuesday, May 17. Next 7 days: N/A BOYS GOLF • Fifth place in the CIF-SS South Coast Regionals was as far as the Dolphins would go in the postseason. The team did not advance to the CIF-SS Team Championship on May 12, nor did it send any of its golfers to the CIF-SS Individual Regional on Monday, May 16. Next 7 days: N/A BOYS TENNIS • The Dolphins could not make it out of the first round of the CIF-SS Division 1 Boys Tennis Championships on May 11, falling 11-7 to early wild card winner Northwood High. Next 7 days: N/A BOYS VOLLEYBALL • After beating Foothill 3-0 in the first round of the CIF-SS Division 1 playoffs on May 10, the Dolphins (23-11) made its round two exit following a 3-0 shutout loss to Redondo Union on May 12. Dana Hills went down 25-22, 25-20 and 25-19 as Christian Hessenauer led with nine kills while Bryce Yould finished with eight kills. Despite second round loss, the Dolphins did finish with the South Coast League title in hand when the dust finally settled on the regular season on May 5. Next 7 days: N/A BOYS LACROSSE • Though the Dolphins (9-11) made an impressive run in the U.S. Lacrosse Division 2 South playoffs, beating the likes of Esperanza and Great Oak en route to the finals, the boys were edged out 13-12 in a hard-fought battle against the Mission Viejo Diablos that stretched into overtime on May 12. Mission Viejo scored the game winner 3:34 into sudden-death overtime to claim the win against its South Coast League opponent. The Dolphins got ahead quickly in the first quarter holding a 6-2 lead following scores from Alex Rainey, Matt Bamford and Will Daniel. But the Diablos fired right back cutting into the deficit with three quick goals closing the gap to 6-5. Dana Hills then responded with three goals of its own as Michael Paul and Chase Matranga helped boost the lead to 8-6 at the half. Page 18

Senior Michael Paul #17 battles a Mission Viejo opponent at the U.S. Lacrosse Division 2 South title game at Aliso Niguel High on May 12. Photo by Jan English

In the third quarter, both teams matched one another with two goals apiece, Dana Hills up 10-8 heading into the fourth quarter. “[Going into the fourth quarter] we were both playing much more aggressive and fighting for every ground ball and making shots count,” coach Rich Hayward said. As the game neared the end the fourth quarter, Mission Viejo jumped ahead 11-10 before the Dolphins got quick time goals from Logan Warren and Marc Hughes for the 12-11 lead with under two minutes left to play in regulation. With 14 seconds left on the clock, however, Mission Viejo zipped one into Dana’s goal to tie the game 12-12 and send it into overtime. Before losing the championship, Dana Hills did have a couple of chances to pull off the upset. After winning an initial face-off, the Dolphins marched down the middle of the field only to hit the pipe of the goal in an attempt to score. Dana then got possession of the jump ball, had one of its players try and connect with his teammate at Mission Viejo’s goal line, only to watch Mission’s keeper, Matt Meissner, make a spectacular save. In the end, it was the hot hand of Mission’s midfielder Spencer Taylor who sealed the deal for the title win. The Diablos also went on to claim the Southern Section Division 2 championship with a 7-5 win against Loyola of Los Angeles on May 14. This was the third meeting between the Dana Hills and Mission Viejo this season with the Dolphins suffering at the wrong end of the 3-0 season sweep against what is sure to be a heated rival in the seasons to come. Next 7 days: N/A www.danapointtimes.com

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GARAGE SALES Elks Care, Elks Share ATTENTION ALL HOARDERS. We need your stuff! The San Clemente Elks Lodge ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE. Drop off your donations at the lodge, on the patio, Mon-Wed., 3 p.m. to closing through May. For large donations, estates or assistance, please call Margie Stenson anytime 949-369-9721 or Elena Nauman, during Elks Lodge office hours 949-492-2068. No worries, you may repurchase your donated items at the RUMMAGE SALE on JUNE 4TH AND 5TH, 7AM-2PM. GARAGE SALE FOR LEUKEMIA Saturday, May 21st, 7am to 1pm, Villa San Juan. 33831 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. Look for the signs on Camino Capistrano- Sale at the Club House/Pool Lots of furniture, clothes, electronics, & treasurers. Come shop with us! Hampton Hill HOA Community Garage Sale Saturday, May 21, 2011. Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Del Obispo South of Stonehill MUST SEE!! ESTATE SALE!! SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!! Antiques, high-end decorative accessories, Zodiaq boat, household items, much more!! 34567 Camino Capistrano, Capo Bch. May 21st, 8am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm. No Early Birds. Cash only

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Grom of the WEEK Kevin Schulz Age: 15, San Clemente High School

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Kevin Schulz. Photo by Sheri Crummer/seasister.com

San Clemente High School surf team member and Western Surfing Association (WSA) competitor Kevin Schulz capped off a great season this weekend at the WSA Gatorade Hoppy Swartz Memorial West Coast Championships at Church Beach, San Onofre State Park. Kevin was in a great position in the ratings going into the championships but that didn’t stop him from giving it his all in his preliminary heats. Despite small inconsistent conditions, on Saturday Kevin’s surfing showed a smooth and practiced style seamlessly stringing together plenty of critical maneuvers to warrant great scores from the judges. On Sunday Kevin continued to showcase his talent and local knowledge of the break. His efforts were rewarded not only with a win in the Boys U16 division but also the West Coast Champion title for that division. Kevin was also honored with a very special award—the Midget Smith Memorial Sportsmanship Award. This trophy is presented to a surfer who is known for upholding a great attitude and displaying good sportsmanship throughout the season. —Andrea Swayne

A Champion Season

Surf ForecasT

Locals earn WSA West Coast Championship titles By Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

he Western Surfing Association Gatorade Championship Tour wrapped up its 2010/2011 contest series on May 14 and 15 at Church Beach in San Onofre State Park. The annual Hoppy Swartz Memorial West Coast Championships went off without a hitch despite challenging weather and waves. Saturday was marked by small inconsistent surf and frigid winds and Sunday brought on-and-off rainy and windy conditions but more and better waves. Nothing could stop the more than 320 entrants from giving it all they had in a last push for divisional titles. Five area surfers capped off successful seasons by being crowned division champs and taking home the “big hardware.” In Girls U18 Longboard, San Clemente surfer Tory Gilkerson’s second place finish was enough to secure the title. Capo Beach surfers Rachael Tilly and

SURF RESULTS WSA Gatorade Hoppy Swartz Memorial West Coast Championships May 14-15, San Onofre State Beach, Church Beach Local finishers and specialty awards only. MICRO GROM BOYS/GIRLS SB U9: 2. Kade Matson, San Clemente. MICRO GROM BOYS/GIRLS LB U9: 2. Eland Hansler, San Clemente. BOYS/GIRLS U10 SB: 4. Trevor Sutton, San Clemente. BOYS U14: 1. Colin Deveze, San Clemente. BOYS U16: 1. Kevin Schulz, San Clemente; CHAMP: Kevin Schulz. BOYS U18: 3. Wyatt Brady, San Clemente. GIRLS U14: 1. Tia Blanco, San Clemente; 4. Malia Osterkamp, San Clemente. GIRLS U16: 1. Lulu Erkeneff, Dana Point; 2. Tia Blanco, San Dana Point Times May 20–26, 2011

Adaptive Assisted Division finalists (L to R) Chris Oberle, Patrick Ivison, Ryan Levinson and Mark Thornton collect their trophies as Surfing America PacSun USA Surf Team Head Coach Ian Cairns (back) looks on at the 2011 WSA Gatorade Hoppy Swartz Memorial West Coast Championships, May 14-15 at Church Beach. Photo by Sheri Crummer/seasister.com

Mason Shaw took the top spots in Girls U14 LB and Boys U14 LB. Lulu Erkeneff of Dana Point was the Girls U16 Shortboard champ and San Clemente’s Kevin Schulz took the title in Boys U16 SB. Schulz also took home the Midget Smith Memorial Sportsmanship Award and San Clemente’s Ellie Bosse (Girls U12 SB), was presented the Most Improved award.

For the first time in years, the WSA awarded season titles in adaptive divisions for surfers with disabilities and announced a vote taken by the Board of Directors in April officially adding it to next year’s 50th anniversary season lineup. “We had a great season and welcomed many new people to our program as well as a full year of competition in the adaptive

Clemente; CHAMP: Lulu Erkeneff. GIRLS U18: 3. Lulu Erkeneff, Dana Point. BOYS LB U14: 1. Mason Shaw, Capistrano Beach; 2. Jacob Atwood, Capistrano Beach; 3. Noah Atwood, Capistrano Beach; 4. Ethan Mudge, Capistrano Beach; CHAMP: Mason Shaw. JR. LB U18: 1. Dylan Cox, Capistrano Beach; 3. Casey Powell, San Clemente. GIRLS LB U14: 1. Rachael Tilly, Capistrano Beach; 3. Tia Blanco, San Clemente; CHAMP: Rachael Tilly. GIRLS LB U18: 1. Emmy Lombard, San Clemente; 2. Tory Gilkerson, San Clemente; 3. Rachael Tilly, Capistrano Beach; 4. Lulu Erkeneff, Dana Point; CHAMP: Tory Gilkerson. MEN 18-29: 2. Levi Gregory, San Clemente. LEGENDS 50+: 3. Kyle Twitchell, San Clemente; 4. Dale Baker, San Clemente. OPEN MEN

LB: 3. Rick Ekstein, Dana Point. ADAPTIVE ASSISTED: CHAMP: Chris Oberle, Los Angeles. ADAPTIVE UNASSISTED: CHAMP: Nathan Smids, Morro Bay. GATORADE GO ALL DAY AWARD: Terry Gillard, Imperial Beach. MOST IMPROVED BOY: Spencer Fanticola, Newport Beach. MOST IMPROVED GIRL: Ellie Bosse, San Clemente. MIDGET SMITH SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD: Kevin Schulz, San Clemente. NSSA Southwest Explorer Event No. 9 May 7-8, San Diego, Pacific Beach Crystal Pier Local finishers only. MENEHUNE: 2. Griffin Colapinto, San Clemente. SUPER GROMS: 5. Noah Hohenester, San Clemente; 6. Crosby Colapinto, San Clemente. WOMEN: 1. Tia Blanco, San Clemente. GIRLS: 1. Tia

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Water temp: 58-64˚F Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: 8-12’ Poor-Fair; Catalina: 10-14’ Poor-Fair Remarks: A healthy, long period South groundswell fills in on Thursday and continues into the weekend as small Northwest swell mix blends in. Surge is moderate and visibility is generally pretty low, making for poor-fair diving conditions at best. Short range: Size is in the 4-6’ occasional 7’ zone on Thursday and Friday as healthy South swell fills in and peaks and small Northwest windswell mixes in. Top exposures see a few slightly larger sets around the correct tides with conditions looking favorable for the mornings with light/variable winds. Long range: Fun surf continues for the weekend as South groundswell slowly eases, mixing with small Northwest swell. Better exposed breaks are good for 4-5’+(shoulder-head high+) surf through the weekend, while top South exposed breaks see occasional slightly larger sets. Stay tuned to Surfline.com for updates.

division,” said Executive Director Mary Lou Drummy. “We are very excited about our competitors joining us again in August for the start of the WSA’s historic 50th season.” DP

Blanco, San Clemente; 5. Malia Osterkamp, San Clemente. Full results at www.danapointtimes.com.

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