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VOLUME 4, ISSUE 43

Unflappable Surrender not an option as community tries to move 9/11 ﬂag E Y E O N D P/ PAG E 7

Community members turned out October 23 in an attempt to move the 9/11 memorial ﬂag to higher ground. Photo by Brian Miller

Former Superintendent Sues CUSD

City Council Chooses Inaugural Arts and Culture Commissioners

INSIDE: A NEW YOU Your Local Resource to a Healthier Life

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JunQies (junk- eez) This stylish eclectic shop located on 24662 Del Prado (southbound PCH) offers a tantalizing array of anything and everything! Specializing in costuming, theme parties, styling, funky finds, rare one-of-ones for a one of a kind look. Of course VINTAGE is out forte, But we offer a variety of womens and mens vintage, green, and new clothing, hats, and accessories Open daily 10-6 Sunday 11-5 Locally owned and operated

Our name, The Little Kitchen Asian Cafe, reflects the core values of our restaurant. At The Little Kitchen, we use only the finest locally sourced ingredients, our dumplings are made in-house and our soups are made daily from scratch. We’re proud of our talented chefs and encourage you to watch your meals cooked to order. We are proud to be a new addition to the local community and look forward to serving you healthy, home-cooked meals. OPEN TILL MIDNIGHT EVERYDAY!!

JunQies, 24662 Del Prado, 1A, Dana Point, 949.496.4406, www.junqies.net

The Little Kitchen Asian Cafe, 24831 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.276.7799, www.yiscafe.com

HENNESSEY’S TAVERN Serving “Irish Hospitality” since 1976! Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Join us Tuesdays for a FREE WORLD FAMOUS GIANT BURGER! That’s right. Every Tuesday is “Two Timin’ Tuesdays®” – Two for one burgers ALL DAY LONG! And, don’t forget to start your day off with a healthy, hearty breakfast, daily from 7am – ‘til noon (1pm on weekends). Try a hand-made Bloody Mary too - The perfect kick-start to your day!

Live Acoustic Guitar Music at it’s highest level! Lord Of The Strings Concerts is considered by many to be the best kept secret in Orange County! This Concert Series presents the finest Fingerstyle Guitarists of all styles from all over the world. Many are multiple Grammy Winners and International Champions of Solo Guitar music. These musicians are regularly playing in an intimate setting right here in your own back yard! To find out more visit our website at: www.LordOfTheStringsConcerts.com. You will be very glad you did!

Hennessey’s Tavern, 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121, facebook.com/hennesseys.danapoint

Lord Of The Strings Concerts, 949.842.2227

Local owner and operator Brad Wolff established his Sea Wolff Canvas shop in 1994. The perfectionist for detail has afforded Brad an array of clients; Nordhavn’s #1 go to canvas man for specialty needs since 1998. Sunbrella is the product of choice; specializing in full boat covers, enclosures, dodgers, custom outdoor patio covers, and more; no job to small, offering walk in repairs daily and yardage available! Located in the Lantern District two blocks from the DP Marina. Open daily 8-5, call for free estimate.

Looking for more than just a dinner out? At Brio Tuscany Grille dining is an experience. With a menu featuring delectable authentic Italian cuisine, one of the most impressive wine lists in town and nightly live entertainment, Brio has earned a devoted local following. And it’s no wonder that regulars return time and time again. Hospitality is a top priority for owner Enzo Scognamiglio and staff. “Our customers are like family,” he says.

Sea Wolff Canvas, 24655 La Plaza, Ste. C, Dana Point, 949.496.6009, cell: 949.412.5856

Brio Tuscany Grille, 34050 Camino Del Avion, Monarch Beach, 949.443.1476, www.briorestaurant.com

Kenny’s music is a family owned business since 1993 with a full line of quality equipment. We offer professional teachers that work in the industry. Our service department is unsurpassed and our luthier is one of the finest in the industry. We offer a summer program with industry input and a real concert at the end. Join us for Orange counties only open mic for young people. Call for information.

PCH Rides, the first business of its kind in Dana Point specializes in anything fun on wheels! Gas Scooters to Beach Bikes, Pacific Coast House of Rides was founded by two Dana Hills Graduates, PCH Rides has the quality products and service that Dana Point deserves. Stop in and check out our scooters, beach cruisers, scoot coupes, electric bicycle sales and rentals, or just to see soak in some historic photos on the walls documenting the history of Dana Point, CA. or visit us online at PCHRides.com.

Kenny’s Music, 24731 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.661.3984

PCH Rides, 34105 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.415.6724, www.pchrides.com

TO ADVERTISE IN THIS SECTION, CALL LAURALYN LOYNES AT 949.388.7700, ext. 102, or email lloynes@danapointtimes.com

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LOCAL NEWS & IN-DEPTH REPORTING

City and Business Calendar Saturday, October 29

Tuesday, November 1

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

Senior Flu and Pneumonia Vaccination Clinic 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street. Free vaccinations will be administered to seniors 55 and over and caregivers. Shots will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. For more info, call 949.248.3536 or see www.danapoint.org.

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Senior Halloween Party Luncheon 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street, 949.248.3536, www.danapoint.org.

benefits and veteran services membership assistance on the first Tuesday of each month at the Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo, 949.275.3142, rfwlr61@yahoo.com, www.vfwpost9934.org

Wednesday, November 2 Sunrise Rotary Club 7 a.m. the Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at the Ritz-Carlton. 1 RitzCarlton Drive, 949.493.2759, www. monarchbeachrotary.com

VFW Veterans Assistance 1:30 p.m.-3 p.m. Dana Point VFW Post 9934 is offering free veterans’

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…Former Superintendent Suing?

THE LATEST: Former Capistrano Unified School District Superintendent James Fleming is suing the school district, contending officials reneged on a promise to pay his legal fees for political corruption charges that were all dismissed. Fleming and Assistant Superintendent Susan McGill were indicted in 2007 for allegedly using district resources to track those behind an attempt to recall all seven trustees. That recall ultimately failed but Fleming resigned. In his Orange County Superior Court lawsuit, he contends he tendered his resignation on the promise that the school district would pay his legal expenses and provide him free lifetime medical insurance. Trustees later voted publicly to stop paying his legal bills. The indictments and surrounding furor set off a political chain of events that saw two trustees recalled as a “reform” group ultimately gained all seven seats on the board. But two of those trustees were also later recalled, after teachers called a three-day walkout over labor negotiations. WHAT’S NEXT: No hearing has been scheduled. In correspondence to the district, Fleming’s attorney contends the former educator lost more than $1.6 million in legal fees, back pay and future earnings. FIND OUT MORE: See the suit at the Beyond the Blackboard blog at www.danapointtimes.com —Jonathan Volzke

…the Arts and Culture Commission?

THE LATEST: Dana Point City Council on October 24 chose five to serve on the new Dana Point Times October 28–November 3, 2011

Arts and Culture Commission. Council members interviewed 14 applicants—narrowed down from 27—during the meeting. “With the addition of this commission we are adding an engaging component to our decision making in the city. I privately wondered if anyone out there would be interested in being a part of it. I was hoping for eight applicants and we received 27 really excellent ones,” said Schoeffel before announcing the council’s choice. “As far as I’m concerned, everyone who applied is qualified.” The chosen commissioners will be Matthew Miller, Judith Nowland, Karen Schnell, Nancy Jenkins and Alan Wickstrom. Council approved the formation of the commission on April 15. A July 25 vote formally established it and authorized council to accept applications through the end of August. WHAT’S NEXT: The Arts and Culture Commission will act as an advisory body to the city on matters concerning arts, culture and historic preservation. Miller and Nowland will serve two-year terms and Schnell, Jenkins and Wickstrom will serve four-year terms.

approval of the ordinance will change these meetings from the first and third Mondays to the second and fourth Mondays of each month. The meeting schedules were last changed in 2008 by the then sitting Mayor to accommodate for his business travel schedule. WHAT’S NEXT: If approved at the second reading, the ordinance will go into effect January 1, 2012. The first Tuesday night council meeting will likely not happen until the third Tuesday—January, 17, 2012—to accommodate for the city’s holiday closure schedule, said Mayor Schoeffel. According to the Staff Report, city staff will continue to publicly post and deliver meeting agenda packets to council members on Thursdays. This will allow the City Council as well as the public ample time to review the agenda materials for the Council meeting on the following Tuesday, the report says. Meetings will still begin at 6 p.m. at City Council Chambers, 33282, Golden Lantern. FIND OUT MORE: www.danapoint.org —Andrea Swayne

FIND OUT MORE: Log on to www.danapointtimes.com to read more. —AS

…Council Meeting Day Changes?

THE LATEST: City Council on October 24 voted to approve the first reading of an ordinance that will change council meeting day from the second and fourth Mondays of the month to the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Changes to Planning Commission meeting days were also considered. The

… a Man Driving an SUV into the Harbor?

THE LATEST: A young man driving a silver Suburban SUV drove over the curb, across the grass and down the jetty rocks in to the outer channel waters of the Dana Point Harbor at 7:27 a.m. Monday morning, said Orange County Sheriff’s Deputy Brett Gardner. The incident happened in front of the Harbor Patrol Marine Operations Substation at 25005 Dana Drive. Apparently the driver continued driving straight ahead instead of following the curve of the road. The car initially stopped only partially

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submerged and driver was able to climb out uninjured, said Sgt. John Hollenbeck. As the tide rose the vehicle went completely under but was pulled back up the rocks by two tow trucks, he said. The vehicle was removed from the jetty by 9:30 a.m. WHAT’S NEXT: According to Lt. Roland Chacon, the cause of the accident was, most likely, inattention to the road. Alcohol was not a factor and the driver will not be cited, he said. FIND OUT MORE: www.ocsd.org —AS

…a Traffic Tie Up?

THE LATEST: Traffic on the northbound San Diego Freeway was blocked for more than an hour Tuesday after 13 containers of muriatic acid were found strewn across lanes. The Orange County Fire Authority sent hazardous-materials teams to identify the chemical and neutralize it with soda ash just after 11:10 a.m., as motorists sat behind a line of CHP cruises and fire engines blocking all of the lanes just south of the Camino Capistrano exit. Fire Authority Captain Marc Stone said authorities were unsure if the driver who lost the 13 1-liter containers was even aware they’d fallen. The acid, commonly used to clean pools, etched the roadway, bubbled and created small plumes. The roadway was reopened about 12:30 p.m. WHAT’S NEXT: The incident, which backed up traffic into San Diego County, is already being used by toll road supporters as proof an alternate route to the I-5—the proposed 241-South—is needed. FIND OUT MORE: See the full story at www.danapointtimes.com. —JV www.danapointtimes.com

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Unflappable Community effort fails to move 9/11 tribute flag very far—but surrender is not an option By Stacie N. Galang Dana Point Times

he American flag jutting from a large hunk of driftwood at Poche Beach off Pacific Coast Highway at the Dana Point/San Clemente border has served as a memorial of sorts ever since it was hoisted just after the jolting events of September 11, 2001. For 10 years the memorial has provided a sense of calm and stability for the community, but the shifting sands of the beach have put the estimated 750– to 1,000-pound stump in danger of being swept out to sea—something locals who tend to it simply wouldn’t stand for. When Joe Wilson of San Clemente learned the driftwood had shifted from its spot and could be swept away, he set about organizing a way to move it to higher ground. He contacted Mayor Lori Donchak, who put him in touch with the Palm Beach Park Association, owners of the beachfront where the driftwood sits. Lynda Cline, manager of the 126-unit Palm Beach Park Association, said members were open to the idea of moving the driftwood to a more inland portion of their 2-acre beach. So, this past Sunday, October 23, nearly 100 local residents and others joined forces to try to relocate the driftwood memorial away from the water line and up to safer ground. Using shovels, ropes and the willpower of residents old and young—including most of the San Clemente High School boys lacrosse team and their parents—the group tried valiantly to dig out the stump and move it to higher ground by tying ropes under and around it. Under the direction of Wilson and the steadfast efforts of those assembled, the stump was moved—but only perhaps by a few feet before the effort was called off for the day. Heavier equipment would be needed, Wilson told the group before thanking them for their efforts. “The stump is too heavy,” lamented Paddy Chester, an Englishman who serves as an assistant coach for the SCHS boys lacrosse team. “We gave it our all. It’s nice to see the community come together for something like this.” Mark Meintel has since offered his services and a grader to help move the flag, but that will likely require permits and permission from the city and others. “We won’t give up,” Wilson said. “We’ll keep at it until we get it moved.” Despite the failure to get the stump moved to safer ground, the effort did provide an opportunity to raise a new American flag in honor of a local Marine who died recently in Afghanistan. Christine DiGiacomo said a blessing as the new flag was raised. An Idea Ann Reynolds had also read about the driftwood, and as she was cleaning one day recently, she wondered if the organizers would be willing to raise a flag in honor of her grandson Jordan R. Stanton, a Marine from Rancho Santa Margarita who died in March 4 in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. “When you have someone you love very much who is killed, as a grandmother, a mother, a sibling, a friend, they’re never out of your mind,” said Reynolds, who has lived in San Clemente with husband Jim Reynolds for more than 14 years. Every time she drives down that stretch of Pacific Coast Dana Point Times October 28–November 3, 2011

Members of the San Clemente High lacrosse program and other community volunteers turned out to try and move the flag-bearing driftwood to higher ground. Although they couldn’t budge the tree much, they’re not giving up. Photos courtesy of Brian Miller

DID YOU KNOW? The flag at Poche Beach isn’t the only 9/11 tribute flag placed by a resident in the area. On the one-year anniversary of 9/11, Dana Point’s Chris Anastasio and his son Drew paddled out on a kayak and placed an American flag on the ‘A’ mark buoy about a mile offshore outside of Dana Point Harbor. Since then, the duo has been replacing the flag about every three months as it becomes tattered by the wind. Don Denault of Denault’s Hardware has helped by donating new flags to Anastasio several times a year. —Andrea Swayne

Highway, she makes sure she can see the stump and the banner flown from it. Reynolds said she once drove past it and not seeing it, grew concerned. She made a U-turn and saw it after the second pass. “It was there; I just missed it,” the grandmother said. She said she has such respect for the anonymous person who first put out the flag on the driftwood. She was bringing her love for her grandson to a landmark that has taken on even greater meaning this year. The grandmother contacted the Clines with her proposal to raise the flag in Jordan Stanton’s name. “They were delighted and said, ‘Absolutely,’” Reynolds said. “That’s how it all happened, and it’s been progressing ever since.” She and her husband donated the flag. A Marine Remembered Jordan was 11 years old when September 11 happened, and it left an impression on him, his grandmother said. Reynolds and her husband, who served in the U.S. Air Force in Vietnam, decided to display their pride and patriotism after the attacks. “Since the day after 9/11, our flag has flown and always will,” she said. Jordan Stanton didn’t begin discussing his interest in the military until about age 15, Reynolds said. Out of Trabuco Hills High, he had initially planned to attend Cal State, Fullerton but came to the conclusion he wanted to go into the military, his grandmother said. He researched his options and eventually chose the Marines. Page 7

“We all tried to head him in a different direction, but Jordan had his mind set, and he was that kind of a guy. He knew the difficulties that could happen,” Reynolds said. Her grandson sailed through his training, nearly always at the top of his class. “He would have contributed a lot to this world had he lived,” said the grandmother of 11. Jordan Stanton completed his training at Camp Pendleton before being stationed at Camp Lejeune, N.C. and eventually deployed to Afghanistan. He was killed by an improvised-explosive device, his grandmother said. Stanton, 20, was a corporal in the 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force when in died. He had gone out with a small group of Marines to search for the enemy. His grandmother said he was the only one killed, although other Marines were wounded. He was the second oldest of four boys to her daughter Joyce and husband Bob Stanton. Jordan Stanton’s brothers are Ryan, Ethan and Cole Stanton. They attended the moving of the driftwood as did other relatives and Jordan Stanton’s fiancé, Julie Dickson and her parents Ron and Cyndie Dickson. Jordan Stanton’s death broke Ann Reynold’s heart and that of the other family members. “Our family has never been the same,” she said. They’re doing what they can to remember this son and grandson, brother and cousin, fiancé and friend. Norb Garrett contributed to this story. Special thanks to Brian Miller for his photography. DP www.danapointtimes.com

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Regiment personnel and their families. Mahé restaurant will host the Thanksgiving Day dinner to celebrate the Marines and their families. Donations will be accepted to sponsor a Marine through the Dana Point Turkey Trot website, as well as offered to all runners when registering for this year’s race. Mahé will also be open all day on Thanksgiving to welcome runners, walkers, volunteers and their friends and family to enjoy food and beverage before, during and after the race. Participants are invited to stop in for a beer or a Bloody Mary, as proceeds will benefit the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group. The Dana Point Turkey Trot, named “one of America’s best Thanksgiving Day runs” by Fitness Magazine, is known for its scenic routes, beautiful Southern California weather and family-friendly activities. This year’s race is expected to be the biggest yet, providing participants with race

enhancements that include wave starts based on anticipated race times to alleviate congestion, stroller-specific wave starts, widening of the lane for the finish-line shoot and finisher medals for all participants. The Turkey Trot will also host a two-day health and fitness expo and finish line festival for all participants. The health and fitness expo, November 23 and 24, will offer exhibitor booths that will include the latest the fitness and health industry has to offer, as well as industry expert speakers. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about topics ranging from proper shoe fitting and nutrition. Attracting more than 16,000 participants each year to its 5K, 10K, Kids’ Gobble Wobble, and two-day health and fitness expo, the Dana Point Turkey Trot is an Orange County tradition. Camp Pendleton Marines are invited to contact the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce office at 949.496.1555 to receive the 50 percent registration discount. For more information see www.turkeytrot. com or follow the event on Twitter at www. twitter.com/turkeytrot and Facebook at www. facebook.com/danapointturkeytrot. Turkey Trot participants and supporters are encouraged to download the Dana Point Turkey Trot Cause Layout at www.causelayouts. com/DanaPointTurkeyTrot/. For every original download of the Facebook layout, $1 will be donated to the Dana Point Turkey Trot.

what they were doing and was told, “Don’t worry about it.”

scared her. Police located the juveniles with the masks and told them to cut it out.

KEEP THE PEACE Doheny Park Road, 34000 Block (7:50 a.m.) A man contacted deputies to report that his cleaning service had just finished cleaning the location and the female client, who appeared to be drunk and on drugs, was refusing to pay.

MUNICIPAL CODE VIOLATION Acapulco / Caracas Street (11:13 a.m.) Someone dumped paint and paint thinner into the gutter.

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Pr o p s , R e c o g n i t i o ns an d M o rs e l s o f In f o Library Presents Halloween Magic Show u The Dana Point Library, 33841 Niguel

Road, will host Amazing Magic Illusions with Magician Allen Oshimo, October 29 at 11 a.m. This show is for kids of all ages and is “more silly than chilling.” Come in costume and be a part of the costume parade following the show. The program is free and funded by the Friends of the Library. Refreshments will be provided by the National Charity League. For more information, call 949.496.5517.

White Lotus Celebrates Seven Years u To celebrate their 7th year in business

White Lotus Day Spa, 24582 Del Prado, Suite F, is offering free 20-minute facials on October 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. An expert Microcurrent Esthetician will be performing the ultimate “facial workout” including a cleanse and exfoliation, microcurrent treatment and deep hydrating

DP Sheriff’s Blotter Compiled By ANDREA SWAYNE All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department website. The calls represent what was told to the deputy in the field by the radio dispatcher. The true nature of an incident often differs from what is initially reported. No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided. An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site.

Wednesday, October 26 CITIZEN ASSIST Domingo Avenue, 25900 Block (8:10 p.m.) A man was upset because someone keeps moving the orange cone he puts in his parking spot. He called police to report that this time he found the cone on the roof of his van and a “very racist” note on his windshield. DISTURBANCE Pacific Coast Highway, 34300 Block (4:43 p.m.) A male transient was talking to himself and pretending to shoot at people using hand gestures. The subject was described as a white man with a beard wearing a brown hoodie and possibly carrying a bag or a rope. Dana Point Times October 28–November 3, 2011

treatment with antioxidant protection. Each client will have a customized facial to fit their individual needs. Call 949.496.2977 to RSVP or email info@ whitelotusdayspa.com.

Montessori to Host Halloween Carnival u Little Minds Montessori Academy, 34240 Camino Capistrano, Capistrano Beach, is hosting a Halloween Carnival on October 29 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Admission is $2 per person and kids under 10 and their parents are welcome. RSVP to Nayomi at 949.488.7939.

Turkey Trot to Support Marines u The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, organizer of the Dana Point Turkey Trot, announced that it will provide a 50 percent military registration discount program for the 34th annual Thanksgiving Day race along with an opportunity for the community to sponsor Thanksgiving dinner for 5th Marine

DISTURBANCE Domingo Avenue, 25900 Block (11:22 a.m.) A woman said a Hispanic male was saying racial slurs to her 11-year-old son. A 56-year-old man, who listed his occupation as day laborer, was arrested. UNKNOWN TROUBLE Del Obispo / Pacific Coast Highway (7:42 a.m.) A man in a white truck hit a motorcyclist on the helmet as he drove by.

Tuesday, October 25 PEDESTRIAN CHECK Camino Las Ramblas / Interstate-5 (10:45 p.m.) Authorities responded to a report of a shirtless man running on the freeway. BURGLARY IN PROGRESS Pacific Coast Highway, 34400 Block (12:35 a.m.) A male transient in his 20s with shaggy brown hair and carrying a hunting knife broke into a hotel kitchen. The subject took off northbound on PCH on a blue bicycle.

Monday, October 24 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Pacific Coast Highway / Amber Lantern (9:27 a.m.) A caller reported seeing two men grab another man who appeared to be passed out on a bench in front of a gas station, throw him into the back seat of a black Suburban and drive off. The caller said he approached the men to ask them

Dana Point Turkey Trot 2010. Photo by Andrea Swayne

BURGLARY IN PROGRESS Questa Way, 33200 Block (7:26 a.m.) A man returned home to find the front door to his residence open and the guest bedroom looking as if it had been slept in. The caller, who had a gun with him, said he and his wife are the only ones who have access to the home. Authorities advised the man to lock his gun away and wait outside for deputies since it was unknown if a burglar was still inside.

Sunday, October 23 BURGLARY IN PROGRESS Vista de Dons, 27600 Block (4:16 p.m.) A caller returned home to find her house had been burglarized.

Saturday, October 22 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Zarzito Drive, 34000 Block (7:40 p.m.) A man called police on behalf of his babysitter who had called him 15 minutes earlier to report that several male subjects wearing clown masks knocked on the door and Page 8

INFORMATION REPORT Wave Crest Lane, 24800 Block (10:02 a.m.) A male caller said he had been beat up by a man he thought to be under the influence of drugs. The two were reportedly related. The caller’s wife, teenager and screaming baby were inside the home. A firearm was also locked up inside. A 36-year-old man, who listed his occupation as “home improvement,” was arrested. ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Old Golden Lantern / Camino Capistrano (8:14 a.m.) Animal Control responded to a report of a sick or injured bobcat in the park. VANDALISM Cordova Drive, 24600 Block (3:28 a.m.) Two shirtless males knocked a mailbox over and took photos of it. The caller said the men looked drunk and had a female with long dark hair with them. DISTURBANCE Camino del Avion / Crown Valley Parkway (12:41 a.m.) Someone was throwing water balloons at passing vehicles.

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HARBORING THE GOOD LIFE: Lisa Zawaski, Senior Water Quality Engineer, City of Dana Point

Happy HallowGreen F all has arrived and with that comes the holiday season, beginning with Halloween. We’ve included some fun and simple Halloweenthemed tips on how to Lisa Zawaski reduce your impact on our natural resources. Please do not be “afraid” to try something new and set an example.

HELP PREVENT THE WITCHES BREW OF RUNOFF POLLUTION • Runoff from sprinklers can carry “ghoulish” garden chemicals and whatever else it meets to the streets and gutters which carry it to our beaches, causing water pollution. Take control of your sprinkler controller. Create a customized watering schedule at www.bewaterwise.com to maximize water use efficiency and prevent runoff. • Always pick up after your “werewolf” (or any other pet, for that matter). Unattended dog droppings on public property are illegal, a nuisance and can contribute to bacterial pollution at our beaches. • Please avoid washing your “Batmobile” (or any other vehicle or equipment) in your driveway, where the washwater drains to the street and storm drain, resulting in beach pollution. Take your wheels to a commercial carwash that recycles or use a mobile detailer that contains the washwater to conserve water and prevent ocean pollution. PREVENT VAMPIRE ENERGY USE “Vampire” energy is the energy that is sucked out of appliances even when they’re turned off or put to sleep, but left plugged in. Gaming systems have been said to be on the higher “vampire” energy users. One national study estimated that standby power accounts for 5 percent of all residential energy use. The California Energy Commission estimated that standby losses could be costing the average household up to $75 a Dana Point Times October 28–November 3, 2011

year in wasted electricity. Take the free online Home Energy Efficiency Survey to see where your electricity is going at https://energyaudit-sdge.sempra. com/usermanager/validateAccount.asp. So consider what appliances make sense to unplug or shut down in your home to save energy and money.

operations are Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., closed Sundays, Mondays, holidays and rainy days. See www.oclandfills.com for more information.

BROOMS AREN’T JUST FOR WITCHES Remember it is prohibited to hose down your driveway or sidewalk for water quality protection and water conservation. Pesticide residue is often introduced this way. So use that “broom” and sweep it up. LEARN THE BENEFITS OF CREEPY CRAWLIES Those wiggling worms won’t be “creepy” when you see how they can make home composting fast and easy for you. Composting is the best thing you can do with your “jack-o-lantern” waste. Check out SCWD’s Water Smart Gardening Resources for more information at www.scwd.watersmartgardening.com/ GardenResources/HTML/index.html. If you don’t already compost, you can look forward to the city’s free composting workshops that will roll out in 2012.

HAPPY HALLOWGREEN TIPS • Use a reusable container (shopping bag or pillowcase) to carry your “trick-ortreating” haul. Also make it a habit to use reusable bags during all your shopping trips—at the grocery store, farmer’s market and the mall. • Avoid “ghoulish” behavior by reminding kids not to litter any candy wrappers. • Get the most out of your “pumpkin.” Roast the seeds for a healthy snack and why not try a new pumpkin recipe? The remaining pumpkin waste can be composted. • Don’t “trick” yourself into thinking

you have to spend a lot of money on a new costume from the store. Invest creativity instead of cash in your costume. Dig in the back of your closet, shop garage sales and second hand stores to find the elements and “treat” yourself to the perfect costume. This column is a cooperative effort of the City of Dana Point and South Coast Water District to cultivate conscious living to protect and preserve our coastal neighborhoods and resources. If you have any suggestions for topics, please feel free to direct questions to lzawaski@ danapoint.org (City of Dana Point) or lhomscheid@scwd.org (South Coast Water District). PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the Dana Point Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@danapointtimes.com.

Letters to the Editor SLUMMING IT IN CAPO BEACH BY CAROLE WELING, Capistrano Beach

PROPERLY DISPOSE OF SCARY HAZARDOUS WASTE Many common household products require special disposal and cannot be disposed of in our regular trash. These “scary” items are termed household “hazardous” waste (HHW) and include, but are not limited to, cleaning products, paints, batteries, wood preservatives, appliances, fluorescent tubes and ballasts, garden and pool chemicals and vehicle fluids. The good news is that Dana Point residents can properly dispose of these items for free at nearby specified facilities. The closest HHW facility is the Prima Deshecha landfill in San Juan Capistrano off Ortega Hwy and La Pata. Hours of Page 10

I have been asking about improving the conditions at the Beachwood Park in the Village area of Capistrano Beach. As of yet, very little to nothing has been done. Why does the city not enforce some of it codes for this area? I have brought to the city’s attention market carts, neglected land, abandoned items, dirt covered sidewalks and that rotten wood fence that sits at the edge of Camino Capistrano. To quote the city manager, “police and fire are at this location on a regular basis.” Here are some facts: The Beachwood Park consists of 169 spaces. The least expensive space for rent is $900 a month and the rent increases from there for larger spaces. Calculations show that this landlord is racking in $152,000 a month

and more. The least calculation for a yearly income is $1,825,200 and more. What is being done to make this landlord accountable to the city’s codes and rid the city of these blighted conditions? Is the annual income of two million enough to replace that rotten wooden fence? Over the past 24 years I have observed nothing but deterioration and neglect. Why does the city consistently look the other way? Oh, I forgot; the city’s more pressing issue of code enforcement is the restriction of beach access of the “unwashed” to the sands of Strand Beach. To submit a letter to the editor for possible inclusion in the paper, e-mail us at letters@danapointtimes. com or send it to 34932 Calle del Sol, Suite B, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624. Dana Point Times reserves the right to edit reader-submitted letters for length and is not responsible for the claims made or the information written by the writers.

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YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

D a n a Po i nt

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

friday

CREATURES OF THE NIGHT 6 p.m.-9 p.m. the Jean-Michel Cousteau Ambassadors of the Environment program at the Ritz-Carlton presents a celebration of Halloween Oct. 28-29. Guests young and old can enter a costume contest and participate in activities like the Shadow Game, A Ghoulish Smell, Bump in the Night, Monster Madness, Let Me Pick Your Brain, Candy Bar Taste Test and Creepy Cooking. Cost $65, includes treats. One Ritz-Carlton Drive, Dana Point, 949.240.2000, www.ritzcarlton.com.

BOO CRUISE 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Dana Wharf presents ongoing 20-minute “haunted” Halloween cruises with costume contests and more. Tickets are $3 and include a photo and a treat bag. $1 from each ticket will be donated to children’s fishing charity Friends of Rollo. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com. Opolo Vineyards “Scary Cary” Wine Tasting 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. SC Wine Co. welcomes Cary Thrasher of Opolo Vineyards! $15 for seven wines with cheese, crackers and chocolate. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

saturday

Cosmic Creek Surf Contest 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Billabong hosts the annual contest at Salt Creek Beach, Dana Point, October 29-30. At 4 p.m. Oct. 30 there will be a Donavon Frankenreiter concert with Band of Frequencies and Dave Rastovich. 949.489.8380, www.billabong.com/cosmiccreek.

Halloween Party & Flock of 80’s 8 p.m. Party to ‘80s music at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com. Starry Starry Night 7 p.m. Variety show fundraiser featuring to raise money for Thanksgiving dinners for military families. $25-$35. 100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente, 949.492.2537, www.militaryfamilyoutreach.com. Dana Point Times October 28–November 3, 2011

Go.See.Do

HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR

Monsters, ghosts, princesses, super heroes and more are invited to enjoy the free and family-friendly fun on tap at the City of Dana Point Community Services and Parks Department’s Halloween Spooktacular and Moonlight Movie event Friday, October 28 from 3 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Lantern Bay Park, 25111 Park Lantern Road, will be transformed into a fun-for-all-ages Halloween carnival zone where kids, and their parents, can see and be seen in costume and partake in free party activities. Halloween-themed crafts, cupcake decorating and a contest for the best pumpkin will be held from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Kids ages 3 to 10 can bring a carved or decorated jack-o-lantern to enter in the competition. A children’s costume parade begins at 5 p.m. and every participant will receive a free treat. As the sun goes down and the park gets spooky and dark, snuggle up on low back folding chairs or blankets on the lawn for the moonlight movie, Disney Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. The movie begins at 6:15 p.m. and free popcorn will be served. Other refreshments will be available for purchase. For more information, call 949.248.3530 or log on to www.danapoint.org. There are plenty of other Halloween happenings through the weekend at venues like the Ocean Institute, Dana Wharf, the Ritz-Carlton and more. Don’t forget to check out “The List” calendar below for a full rundown.—Andrea Swayne

George Butts 7 p.m. The musician performs at Shorecliffs Golf Club. No cover; food and drink for purchase. 501 Avenida Vaquero, San Clemente, 949.492.1178. Ecotoberfest 3 p.m.-5 p.m. The Ecology Center hosts an exclusive beer talk and tasting with New Belgium Brewing. SideDoor provides pairing of pretzels and mustard. Tickets $15-$25. 32701 Alipaz St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.443.4223, www.TheEcologyCenter.org. Dana Point Farmers Market 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Fresh produce and much more every Saturday at La Plaza Park, intersection of PCH and Golden Lantern. LeRoy 6:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Acoustic guitarist and troubadour of pop and country music at Zona’s. 647 Camino de Los Mares, San Clemente, 949.940.8845.

sunday

RainBOO Charity Golf Tournament 12 p.m. Rainbow Sandals golf tournament at the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course to benefit Courtney’s SandCastle Project. Cost $100 (player), $400 (team). 150 E. Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.361.6696, www.courtneyssandcastle.com.

tuesday

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

Poul Pedersen 6 p.m.-9 p.m. The acoustic artist performs live at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

wednesday

DaVine Wine Tasting 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Wine tasting at DaVine. Wine Tastings and Cheese Pairings are included in the $15 to $20 tasting ticket. 34673 Golden Lantern St., Dana Point, 949.493.4044, www.davine-wine.com.

The Expression Session Band 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Wine Down Wednesday at Hennessey’s Tavern. 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121, www.hennesseystavern.com.

Patrol Base Jaker San Clemente Event 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Showing of the new movie “Patrol Base Jaker” at the San Clemente Community Center. 100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente, 310.728.9166, www.danapoint5thmarines.com.

Wednesday Wine Tasting Vine hosts at fourcourse meal with wine pairing every Wednesday. Cost $40 each. 211 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.9376, www.vinesanclemente.com.

Tidepool Terrors 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Kids can Trick-orTreat and explore at the Ocean Institute. Kids in costume are free and eligible for the Costume Contest at 12:30 p.m. Admission $.50-$6.50. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org. Ukulele Night 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Jam night at Hulaville. 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com.

monday

Trick-or-Treat in Talega Village Center 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Halloween event for kids and families with trick or treating and activities in Talega Village Center at the intersection of Avenida Vista Hermosa and Avenida Talega. 714.259.1046, www.talegavillagecenter.com.

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

thursday

The Blue Note Project 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Live music at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www. renaissance-danapoint.com.

Ladies Night 8 p.m.–12 a.m. Dance the night away to current top-40 hits, Latin and R&B music at Brio Tuscany Grille. 24050 Camino del Avion, Suite B, Dana Point, 949.443.1476, www.briorestaurant.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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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

MUSIC INSTRUCTION

BEAUTY SALONS Paragon Salon 34161 Pacific Coast Hwy. Salon Revelation - Dayna Dallas 34192 Violet Lantern #2

949.489.1955 949.248.8595

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

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

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

949.248.1007

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

Fit Club - Boot Camp www.afitclub.com

949.831.7984

Monarch Bay Haircutters 20 Monarch Bay Plaza Paragon Salon 34161 Pacific Coast Hwy.

949.496.1957 949.489.1955

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

COINS 949.350.4692

Insurance Services

Patricia Powers 949.496.1900 COMPUTER REPAIR & SERVICES License#0737080, pat.powers@cox.net Statefarm/Elaine LaVine 949.240.8944 San Clemente Computer & Network Services daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 34080 Golden Lantern, www.elainelavine.net State Farm/Ted Bowersox 949.661.3200 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy. #204 CONTRACTORs - GENERAL www.tedbowersox.com Creative Environments Construction 949.496.3728 Design & Build #464468 INTERIOR DESIGN

COSMETICS Mary Kay Cosmetics & Career 949.248.2868 Opportunities, Ind. Sales Director - Marline Adams, www.marykay.com/madams2

DENTISTS Dana Point Dental 34080 Golden Lantern, Ste 201, www.danapointdental.com

949.661.5664

ELECTRICAL

Maureen B. Fletcher Interior Design 714.889.9597 momofletcher@gmail.com

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

JUNIOR WATERMAN PROGRAM Ocean Academy www.oceanacademy4u.com

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

949.496.3315

SIGNS

949.218.4464

Junk Removal Green Dump Truck www.greendumptruck.com

949.697.4517

LANDSCAPING

delta G electrical 949.360.9282 Rocky Taylor Landscaping rjls@cox.net CA #657214, www.deltagelect.com

949.697.1770

949.248.1007

SURF LESSONS

Plumbing Chick’s Plumbing www.chicks-plumbing.com

949.496.9731

Island Inspired Pool & Spa islandinspired@earthlink.net

Ocean Academy www.oceanacademy4u.com

949.218.4464

Surf Shops

POOL & SPA SERVICE 949.547.1000

San Clemente Preschool 949.498.1025 163 Avenida Victoria, sanclementepreschool@gmail.com

PRINT SHOP

FITNESS PROGRAMS

HAIR SALONS 949.661.3151

RESTAURANTS

Kenny’s Music & Guitars 949.661.3984 ABC Signs & Embroidery Shop 24731 La Plaza, www.kennysmusicstore.com Danman’s Music School 949.496.6556 34135 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste. E, www.abcembroideryshop.com 24699 Del Prado, www.danmans.com

PRESCHOOLS EMBROIDERY

CHRISTIAN CHURCHES

GraCorp Coins & Collectibles www.gracorpcoins.com

Give your child the “Mozart Effect” and an IQ advantage over their competition by enrolling them in music lessons. Studies have shown that kids who attend music lessons score higher on aptitude tests and do better in school. Free eBook on how at www.Danmans.com or call 949.496.6556

949.388.8102

Ocean Ranch Chiropractic 949.584.5000 Dr. James Slusher & Dr. Ron Berman, 32585 Golden Lantern, Ste. H, www.oceanranchchiropractic.com Pacific Waves Family Chiropractic 949.436.2926 & Alternative Healthcare 24632 San Juan, Ste. 230, www.pacific-waves.com

Christian Science Services 34102 La Plaza

Smarter Kids Played Music...

Danman’s Music School in Dana Point

CHIROPRACTORS

LANDSCAPING/SPRINKLERS

949.443.1476 Sunburst Landscaping 949.632.0081 Brio Tuscany Grille www.sunlandscape.webs.com 949.493.3670 24050 Camino Del Avion, www.briorestaurant.com Jolly Roger Restaurant 949.496.0855 LOCKSMITH 34661 Golden Lantern, www.aloharestaurants.com 949.388.8102 Dana Point Lock & Security 949.496.6919 Smokey’s House of BBQ 32860 Pacific Coast Hwy. #4, www.danapointlock.com www.SmokeysHouseofBBQ.com

Oasis Air Conditioning & Heating 949.420.1321 31648 Rancho Viejo Rd. Ste. A, www.oasisair.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 English Tutoring by Susan 949.481.0481 Mathnasium 949.388.6555 32411 Golden Lantern, Ste. Q, www.mathnasium.com

Upholstery Beacon Printing - Brad & Judy Brandmeier 24681 La Plaza, Ste. 125 949.661.3877 Dana Point Upholstery 949.240.2292 beaconprinting@sbcglobal.net 24402 Del Prado Printing OC 949.388.4888 Jeddy’s Yacht & Home Interiors 949.240.9569 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com 34118 Pacific Coast Hwy, www.jeddys.com PSYCHOTHERAPY

Corinne Rupert PhD, PsyD, MFT 949.488.2648 33971 Selva Rd. Ste. 125, www.danapointpsychotherapy.com

REAL ESTATE - RESIDENTIAL Prudential California Realty, Shirley Tenger www.tengerteam.com 949.487.7700 Surterre Properties Monarch Beach, 949.464.3243 McDaniel Gilmore Group 33522 Niguel Rd. Ste. 100, Monarch Beach 92629 www.mcdanielgilmoregroup.com

WINDOW CLEANING Bayside Window Cleaning 949.290.8230 www.baysidewindowcleaning.com

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

YOGA Sun Salute Yoga Studio 949.371.6097 24655 La Plaza, Ste. A, www.sunsaluteyoga.com

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GARAGE SALES HUGE GARAGE SALE OCT 29, 8AM Saturday, October 29 @ 8AM. 33882 Chula Vista, Dana Point. Cross Streets Selva and La Cresta. HUGH SALE. Antiques, furniture, records, glass, books, electronics and much more! OCTOBER 29TH AND 30TH, 7:30- 11:30 AM 27352 Vista Azul, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624. Huge garage sale with items such as:large ﬂat screen t.v., recliner, couch, shelves, strollers, cribs, baby clothes and other misc items

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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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On Life and Love After 50: By Tom Blake

The Importance of Moving on after Losing Love E arlier this month, I wrote a column about Susan, 56, who was angry and bitter that her husband repeatedly cheated on her before dumping her after 31 years of marriage. In the article, Susan said she was too On Life and Love After 50 damaged and too hurt to By Tom Blake ever love again. “I will not allow anyone to get close to me and I will never be vulnerable again. No one will ever know everything about me, my friends, my interests, my belongings,” Susan stated. Column readers responded with advice for Susan. But it’s also advice for anyone who has been hurt in a relationship. Several of the more meaningful comments follow. Mindy said, “My advice would be not to let Susan’s ex-husband still control her life, dictate her future thoughts, behaviors, and actions. Does she really want to give him that much power? She should have a dumping day. “Once and for all dump his fanny; she might stand a chance to really live, maybe

for the first time.” Marta said, “Susan, you are giving too much power to one person. He is only one man on the planet—you can’t let one loser change your ability to love, you have many good years left, and there are good men around.” Pat, “The longer Susan resists any new relationship, she is giving her ex power over her life. I’ve been divorced and widowed, loving again was the last thing on my mind after each. I’m now in a longterm committed relationship for seven years. We liked each other first and then fell in love. Lucky? Maybe, but we were both open to finding someone special.” Jan gave sage advice: “Susan needs to forgive. Her anger and bitterness is affecting her physical and emotional health. She says she can’t help it, but she can. Whatever life she lives now is not her ex’s fault—it is now all hers. She is the only one responsible for how she reacts to people and things, for what she holds inside, for what she cuts out of her life, for deciding to remain damaged indefinitely and especially whether she wants to be happy.

“I watched my mother who remained divorced until her death wrap herself around a cloak of bitterness, and I have other friends in their 50s who have decided the same thing. It didn’t just affect her or my friends—it affects everyone around them, because the bitterness and unhappiness spills out. You find yourself walking on egg shells around certain conversations, to avoid the unpleasant comments. “The first thing I did after my husband split was to get a good therapist to help me move forward as quickly as possible. I didn’t want to waste one more minute of hurting or caring about someone who had already moved on and didn’t care about me. It’s a process and a choice, and I choose to be happy!” Gloria said, “At this stage in life, we all have baggage. It’s not the baggage, but what we choose to do with it that makes a difference.” Gale pointed out what can happen to people when they get rid of their anger: “I was married for many years to an alcoholic who one day out of the blue declared, ‘I’m tired of working on the

marriage.’ Of course, he never went to one AA meeting! He had someone else on the side also. We divorced. “I moved to another state, met the love of my life, and had eight wonderful years with him before he passed away three years ago. If I had let that ex influence my feelings about men, I’d never have met and married my Ian. They were the best years of my life.” Dan summed up all of this wonderful advice by sharing, “The best advice I ever received, to get rid of years of pain and anger was from my priest: ‘Forgive them.’ “You don’t have to like what was done or like them but you won’t find peace until you forgive them. Then you can move on and love yourself and perhaps another again. It isn’t easy, but it works.” For all who have been hurt in a relationship, it’s better to forgive and let go. Tom Blake is a Dana Point business owner and San Clemente resident who has authored books on middle-aged dating. To comment on his column, email him at TompBlake@gmail.com. See his website at www.FindingLoveAfter50.com DP

Racing Legends Sign Indy 500 Concept Car at the Harbor

ormer Indy 500 driver, Top 10 finisher and team owner Dick Simon, of Dick Simon Yachts, hosted drivers and former Indy starters on October 21 for a luncheon and ceremony to autograph “Stinger” an Indy concept car created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Indy 500. Stinger was developed by John Andretti, Andretti Autosport and Window World to honor the centennial anniversary of the race, pay tribute to the 1911 Marmon Wasp—the car that won the first Indy 500—and provide a platform for Window Dana Point Times October 28–November 3, 2011

World Cares’ charity program. The car is expected to eventually hold the signatures of 273 drivers. So far it has 181 signatures—including Dick Simon’s— from the likes of Mario Andretti, Johnny Rutherford, Dan Wheldon and Jerry Grant, who signed on Friday with Simon. For every signature, Window World Cares donates $189 to support causes like St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Veterans Airlift Command. Log on to www.danapointtimes.com to see a photo slideshow of the event. DP —Andrea Swayne

Dick Simon hosts Indy car signing at his office at Dana Point Harbor. Photo by Tony Tribolet/XPSPhoto.com

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& OUTDOORS STORIES, SCORES, SCHEDULES & MORE

5 BEST BETS FOOTBALL

Dolphins vs. Titans, Tesoro High October 28, 7 p.m.

Dana Hills looks to snap its two-game South Coast League skid as the team hits the road to take on the Titans of Tesoro High. Info: www..dhhs.net

D a n a Po i nt

Dolphin Report: SPORTS NEWS FROM DANA HILLS HIGH SCHOOL

By David Zimmerle

FOOTBALL • The Dolphins (0-2 SCL, 3-5) took on the San Clemente Tritons on the road October 21 and were upended 35-10 by the time the final whistle blew at Thalassa Stadium. Despite the large margin loss, Dana Hills kept this one close through the first half. After San Clemente running back Mike Elespuru darted across the goal line on a 3-yard touchdown run in the first quarter, the Dolphins answered in a big way—a 50-yard touchdown strike from quarterback Shane Scambray to wide receiver Hunter Briggs to tie the game a 7-7. Dana Hills then got a quick lead on the Tritons (2-0 SCL, 8-0) in the second quarter of play after kicker Logan Warren legged out a 34-yard field goal to lift the Dolphins to a 10-7 lead. However, that would be the last time the team put points on the board following an onslaught of offensive production and big-time defense by the Tritons. On the game, Scambray went 19-for-38 passing with 209 yards through the air and one touchdown to match his one interception. Scambray also felt tons of pressure in the pocket throughout the game getting sacked three times by three different Triton defenders for a total of 23 yards lost. Marcus Hughes led the ground attack with 16 yards while Hunter Briggs led the receiving unit with 82 yards. Next 7 days: Oct. 28 at *Tesoro, 7 p.m. BOYS AND GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY • At the Mt. SAC Invitational on October 22, the girls varsity cross country team ended up taking ninth place in the sweepstakes race with 254 points as senior Sheridan Gomez had the best individual time among all county runners, clocking in a time of 18:09 and finishing in 12th place. Simi Valley High (55 points), La Costa Canyon High (105) and Xavier College Prep (112) all finished in the top three spots, respectively. In the Division 1 yellow race, El Toro junior Juan Gonzalez (15:15) placed first, with the Dana Hills duo of senior Ethan Lawrence (15:20) and junior Jack Morgenson (15:23) also finishing in the top three. Dana Hills (27 points) had five runners finish in the top 20 and placed first, with El Toro (54) coming in second. Next 7 days: Nov. 3 at *SCL Finals at Irvine Regional Park, 1 p.m.

Dana Point Times October 28–November 3, 2011

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

GIRLS TENNIS

CROSS COUNTRY

Dana Hills vs. Capo Valley, Capo Valley High

SCL Prelims, Laguna Niguel Racquet Club

October 31, 6:15 p.m.

November 1, noon

Expect some fast-paced action at the net as the Lady Dolphins take on Capo Valley High. Dana Hills’ frosh/soph and JV teams also take the court beginning at 5 p.m.

The Lady Dolphins travel to take on its South Coast League cohorts as the girls are set to serve up a slew of points in order to make the ﬁnals on November 2.

Info: www.dhhs.net

HOCKEY

SCL Finals, Irvine Regional Park

Oilers vs. Kings, Staples Center

November 3, 1 p.m.

November 3, 7:30 p.m.

All levels of Dana Hills’s cross country team make a break for the course in Irvine in hopes of legging out a league title when the dust settles.

The Los Angeles Kings hit up home ice after several games on the road in an effort to dispatch the visiting Edmonton Oilers. Info: www.kings.nhl.com

Info: www.dhhs.net

DANA HILLS DROPPED BY SAN CLEMENTE IN SECOND STRAIGHT LEAGUE LOSS, AND MORE…

GIRLS GOLF • The Lady Tritons (7-0 SCL, 17-0) rolled to a another South Coast League title after several rounds of solid play at the South Coast League Finals at SC Municipal Golf Course October 17-18. Dana Hills senior Avery French outshot the rest of the field en route to a second consecutive league title by 17 strokes. French finished the 36-hole tournament on October 18 with a 2-under-par 144 after posting a 72 in both the first and second rounds. Aliso Niguel’s Joo Seo finished second after carding a 161 with Haley Fuller (Trabuco Hills) taking third after posting a 162. Next 7 days: Oct. 27 at CIF Team Divisional at El Prado GC, TBA; Oct. 31 at CIF Individual Regional at Recreation Park, TBA; Nov. 3 at CIF Team Finals, TBA GIRLS TENNIS • The Lady Dolphins (7-0 SCL, 11-1) continued to roll to victory recently, easily trouncing Tesoro 14-4 on October 18. Results for the match against the Lady Titans are as follows: Singles: Cassidy Spearman (DH) def. F. Katafias 6-0, Ashley Tayles (DH sub) def. M. French 7-5, Kayla Milanowski (DH sub) lost to B. Burchianti 1-6; Gressa Sempre (DH sub) 6-1, Rebecca Gold (DH) 6-1, 6-1; Katie Olson (DH) 6-1, Emma Mattson (DH sub) 6-4, Katie Olson (DH) 6-2. Doubles: Jessica Perez-Jacqueline Stewart lost to M. Jones-N. Bharath 5-7, J. Stewart-Sara Wickstrom (DH sub) def. J. Huang-Y. Segat 6-1, Bailey Sholder-Sara Wickstrom (DH subs) lost to A. Huang-Romo 4-6; Jessica Wilcox-AJ Gomer 6-3, 6-1, 6-2; Margo PletcherSabine Ludwig 0-6, Adri Zuabi-Jessi Herring (DH subs) 6-3, M. Pletcher-S. Ludwig 6-1. The girls then slammed Laguna Hills in a 12-6 win on October 20. Results for the match against the Lady Hawks are as follows: Singles: Cassidy Spearman (DH) def. M. Barthelmass 6-0, def. Alex Valenstein 6-3, Ashley Tayles (DH sub) def. Bennett 6-1; AJ Gomer (DH) 4-6, 16, 6-0; Jacqueline Stewart (DH sub) 2-6, Gressa Sempre (DH sub) 0-6, Bailey Sholder (DH) 6-1. Doubles: Rebecca Gold-Sara Wickstrom (DH) def. Day-Traylor 6-4, def. Jaffe-Murai 6-0, Sara Wickstrom-Jessi Herring (DH sub) def. Lam-Yassami 6-2; Sabine Ludwig-Katie Olson (DH sub) 6-2, Thalia Henderson-Sam Alston (DH) 3-6, 6-1; Jessica Wilcox-Emma Mattson (DH sub) 4-6, 6-4,

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Jessica Wilcox-Kayla Milanowski (DH) 6-3. After hosting the DHHS Coastal Championships October 21-22, the Lady Dolphins went on to face Capo Valley on the road October 25, followed by a round at home against La Jolla High in nonleague action on October 27. Next 7 days: Nov. 1 at SCL Prelims at LN Racquet Club, noon; Nov. 2 at SCL Finals at LN Racquet Club, noon GIRLS VOLLEYBALL • After beating Laguna Hills 3-0 on October 18, the Lady Dolphins (3-2 SCL, 139) dropped a key South Coast League game to San Clemente, losing 3-1 to the Lady Tritons on October 20. Dana Hills was defeated 23-35, 14-25, 25-17 and 26-28 as Tia Scambray led with 31 kills, while Rachael Bunn had 10 blocks and Breanne Wiekamp had 16 digs. The girls next faced Trabuco Hills on the road October 25 followed by another away game against Capo Valley on October 31 to close out the regular season. Next 7 days: Oct. 31 at *Capo Valley, 6:15 p.m. BOYS WATER POLO • The Dolphins (3-2 SCL, 14-8) picked up two-straight South Coast League wins recently, making quick work of the Mission Viejo Diablos 15-6 on October 18 followed by a gutsy 7-6 win against San Clemente on October 27 at home. In the Diablos game, Sam Pfeil led the team with five goals while Drake Dunn followed suit with four goals of his own. And, against San Clemente, the Dolphins got a huge hat trick—three goals by Spencer Likins. Coming off the big victory against the Tritons, Dana Hills lost a bit of its steam losing 9-8 to Huntington Beach in nonleague play on October 21. The boys then hit up two games at the Steve Pal Memorial Tournament on October 24 beating Pacifica 17-2 followed by a 7-4 win against Martin Luther King High. The tournament continues October 28-29. Next 7 days: Nov.1 vs. *El Toro, 4 p.m.; Nov. 3 at *Mission Viejo, 4 p.m.; Nov. 4 at *Capistrano Valley, 4 p.m. Log on to www.danapointtimes.com for the full Dolphin Report.

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SCOOP ON THE LOCAL SURF COMMUNITY

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Grom of the WEEK Lucas Taub Age: 14, Marco Forster Middle School Lucas Taub is looking forward to competing for his school surf team at the first Scholastic Surf Series contest of the season October 29 at 9th Street in Huntington Beach. A second year team member, Lucas competes exclusively in the shortboard division and is hoping to continue team surfing next year as a freshman at Dana Hills High School and beyond in college—hopefully for UC Santa Barbara or UC San Diego. Lucas is thinking that after college he may want to pursue a career in law enforcement. This season, Lucas is competing in the 10-event WSA Gatorade Championship Tour. He also Lucas Taub. Photo by Jack McDaniel/949foto.com enjoys surfing Christian Surfing Federation contests and the San Clemente Ocean Fest where this year he earned a second place trophy in the Boys 11-14 division. Last summer Lucas’ surf travels took him to El Salvador and he is planning a trip this December to surf in Costa Rica. He hopes to someday check out the waves in South Africa. Lucas is also bilingual. Having dual citizenship in the U.S. and Brazil, he is fluent in Portuguese and travels there twice a year. Lucas intends to continue working hard on improving his surfing in hopes of breaking into the Pro Junior ranks in high school and continue on to professional competition. Lucas is a hardworking student with a 3.8 GPA and is especially enjoying his wood shop class. He also enjoys computers. When not surfing the waves, Lucas enjoys surfing the internet—especially Facebook.—Andrea Swayne

From China to Champion

SURF RESULTS WSA Gatorade Championship Tour Event No. 3, October 2223, Pismo Beach, Pier

Lindsay Steinriede of Dana Point crowned 2011 ASP Women’s World Longboard Champion at SWATCH Girls Pro China Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

ana Point-based professional longboard surfer Lindsay Steinriede was crowned Association of Surfing Professionals 2011 Women’s World Longboard Champion at the conclusion of the SWATCH Girls Pro at Riyuewan Bay, Hainan Island, China, October 27. Steinriede’s mix of classic style and modern progressive surfing earned her one of the highest wave scores of opening day—8.25 (out of 10)—to beat Taiwan’s Wen Ling Chou on her way to her Round 1 victory on October 26. The next morning Steinriede continued to shine, taking down Coline Menard of France 7.95 to 7.10 in Round 2. Unfortunately Steinriede’s campaign came to an end in the quarterfinals at the hands of Australian Chelsea Williams, 13.85 to 9.25. Williams went on to win the event but Steinriede’s quarterfinal run was enough to solidify her world champion title.

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Lindsay Steinriede of Dana Point was named the 2011 ASP Women’s World Longboard Champion in China. Photo courtesy of ASP/Will

“It feels so good to be crowned world champ,” said Steinriede in and ASP interview following the event. “The level of surfing is so good and it’s such an honor to finish on top.” The SWATCH Girls Pro was the second of two contests that make up the Association of Surfing Professionals Women’s World Longboard Tour. Steinriede was a top contender for the title going into the China competition, having won the first event—Roxy Pro Biarritz, France on July 16. Her win in France sent her to the number one spot on the ASP World rankings. ON THE WEB: www.aspworldtour.com and www.swatchgirlspro.com. DP

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Local finishers only. MICRO GROM BOYS/GIRLS SB U9: 1. Cooper Sutton, SC; 2. Taj Lindblad, SC; 3. Nicholas Coli, SC; 5. Dane Matson, SC; 6. Patrick O’Connor, SJC. BOYS/GIRLS U10: 2. Kade Matson, SC; 6. Cooper Sutton, SC. BOYS U12: Shane Hardy, DP; 4. Trevor Sutton, SC. BOYS U18: 2. Jordan Kudla, SC. GIRLS U14: 3. Malia Osterkamp, SC. GIRLS U16: 6. Kirra Connolly, SC. GIRLS U18: 2. Lulu Erkeneff, DP. JR. LONGBOARD U18: 1. Dylan Cox, CB; 2. Casey Powell, SC. GIRLS LONGBOARD U14: 1. Rachael Tilly, CB; 2. Teresa O’Connor, SJC; 3. Meg Roh, DP; 4. Kyla Patterson, CB. GIRLS LONGBOARD U18: 1. Lulu Erkeneff, DP; 2. Rachael Tilly, CB; 4. Teresa O’Connor, SJC; 5. Meg Roh, DP. MEN 18-29: 2. Ricky Lovato, SC; 4. Christian Powell, DP. MASTERS 30-39: 5. Eric Rendon, SC. LEGENDS 50+: 5. Robert Brady, SJC. WOMEN 18+: 3. Keeley McWilliam, SC. OPEN WOMEN: 1. Lulu Erkeneff, DP; 6. Keeley McWilliam, SC. OPEN WOMEN LONGBOARD: 1. Tory Gilkerson, SC; 2. Rachael Tilly, CB; 3. Lulu Erkeneff, DP; 4. Teresa O’Connor, SJC. For full results, log on to www.danapointtimes.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS October 29: SSS Orange County Middle and High School Event No. 1, Huntington Beach, 9th Street October 29: NSSA Southwest Conference Explorer Event No. 3, San Diego, San Fernando Place October 29-30: 12th Annual Cosmic Creek Retro Surf Contest, Dana Point, Salt Creek Beach