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Beth Oas adjusts some of the robes inside her store, Lingerie Paradis, in Monarch Beach. Oas’ store, along with many others in the city, are participating in Small Business Saturday. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

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Five things Dana Point should know this week South Coast Water District Approves Next Desalination Workshop THE LATEST: The South Coast Water District Board of Directors approved a task order to conduct workshop number five of the Doheny Ocean Desalination Project.

The directors approved of the task order, totaling $35,105, in a four to one vote with Director Dennis Erdman against it.

According to a staff report, workshop five will focus on answering questions previously raised by the board, present the results of a Value for Money Analysis on two Project Delivery Methods—district owned vs. a private sector owned P3 approach—and summarize the pros and cons of various aspects of the project.

Erdman told the directors he believed they should hold off until other study results come in first.

“We continue to rack up costs on Doheny Desalination, we don’t have the results of the reliability study, which will help us place this project in a priority list that makes sense for the district financially, timing-wise and water resource-wise,” Erdman said. “I’m just wondering if it wouldn’t be prudent to take a breather to get the reliability study done and then come back and look at where Doheny Desal fits.”

Board President Wayne Rayfield said he would rather see the things done at the same time rather than sequentially.

WHAT’S NEXT: As of press time, the workshop had not been scheduled.

—Kristina Pritchett

City Holds Doheny Village Meeting to Gather Support, Discuss Project THE LATEST: A majority of residents who attended a Doheny Village meeting on Thursday, Nov. 17, said they were in favor of a project to make the neighborhood into a walkable urban area.

Opticos Designs was hired by the city last year to help refine what residents want the area to look like. The company held a design charrette over five days to discuss ideas.

In September, the company showed the public the concept of the area, and pinpointed four distinct environments, each Dana Point Times November 25-December 1, 2016

with its own zoning code.

Dan Parolek, founding principal of Opticos, told residents they had identified different areas where parking currently exists and some where more could be created.

One concern brought up was whether the new zoning code would push out existing businesses.

“We’re not going to displace anyone,” Parolek said. “It’s up to the property owner if they want to do something different.”

Director of Community Development Ursula Luna-Reynosa said the businesses currently in the area will be able to stay as long as they want to.

“This is a zoning document, so it changes the land uses, so if you’re in business today, and you’re there legally, you are going to be allowed to remain as long as you want to,” Luna-Reynosa said. “You’ll be a legal non-conforming use.”

City officials wanted to know how the community felt before deciding anything.

“We don’t want to waste taxpayers’ dollars,” Luna-Reynosa said. “If there’s not enough community consensus, then we don’t want to waste any more money on it.”

The city will need to continue with the Environmental Impact Report (EIR). The zoning changes will need to go to the Planning Commission, City Council and the California Coastal Commission before anything can be implemented.

WHAT’S NEXT: Luna-Reynosa said, at minimum, this could take 18-24 months, and it could take at least four months before the city release the EIR draft. —KP

Mandarin Immersion Students Will Head to Mission Viejo for Middle School THE LATEST: After months of uncertainty, families in Capistrano Unified School District’s (CUSD) Mandarin Immersion Program (MIP) finally got the answer they were eagerly awaiting—their students will matriculate from Marian Bergeson Elementary School in Laguna Niguel to Fred Newhart Middle School in Mission Viejo next year if they wish to continue in the immersion program.

The decision, which was reached by CUSD’s Board of Trustees on Nov. 16, came after months of debate over whether MIP students should matriculate to Fred Newhart or Niguel Hills Middle School.

The Mandarin immersion program is in its fifth year and allows students to become fluent and literate in Mandarin and English.

The district’s initial recommendation in April was Fred Newhart, but that didn’t settle well with some South Orange County MIP families who favored the more centrally located Niguel Hills.

After hearing concerns from those South County families about proximity, the board

Brownie Troop 3532 went to Dana Point’s Coastal Kitchen to learn how to cook some of the restaurant’s dishes, including fries and bread with Chef Andrew Palma. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

voted on April 13 to approve the program’s pathway from Bergeson to Niguel Hills.

On Nov. 16, district staff presented analysis of potential feeder patterns, and the majority of trustees agreed with staff’s initial recommendation of Fred Newhart, due to factors such as enrollment capacity, location and available facilities.

WHAT’S NEXT: The board voted 4-2-1 to approve MIP matriculation to Fred Newhart, with Trustees Jim Reardon and John Alpay opposed and Martha McNicholas absent. Alpay asked that transportation be provided to South County students, but did not receive enough support to include it in the motion. The decision will be ratified at the board’s next meeting on Dec. 14.

Marian Bergeson Elementary School is set to hold MIP information meetings and tours on Dec. 2, 8 and 14 and Jan. 11 and 18 at 8 a.m. in the school’s multipurpose room. For more information on the program, call 949.643.1540. —Allison Jarrell

City Council Approves Arborist Report, Removal of Trees THE LATEST: City Council approved an arborist report that states several pine trees in Pines Park are impacted and have been recommended to be removed.

According to Mark Denny, deputy city manager, the staff inquired with the arborist contractor to investigate what was happening at the park.

Along with removing seven trees, the recommendations included pruning out the dead wood and trunk, and spraying the rest of the pine trees at least twice over next 12 months.

According to the staff report, the beetle activity “seems to be focused on the northern

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section of the park, mostly in sloped areas.”

Staff will investigate installing a sub surface irrigation system to increase water to the areas and mitigate water runoff.

Staff will also replant as many trees that were removed.

WHAT’S NEXT: The cost to remove the trees is $2,880 while replanting the trees will cost $1,575. Trunk spraying will cost $540.—KP

Local Brownie Troop Gets Cooking Lessons at Dana Point Restaurant THE LATEST: Coastal Kitchen had a particularily young set of chefs as a local Brownie troop filled into the kitchen to earn their cooking badge.

Last week, Brownie Troop 3532, second graders from Malcom Elementary School, gathered at the Dana Point restaurant to learn how to bake rolls, make french fries and put a topping on a s’mores pie.

One of Coastal Kitchen’s owners, Christina Grant, is also one of the Brownies’ moms and invited the girls over to be able to earn their badge.

The group, with the restaurant’s Chef Andrew Palma, went over each of the food items and asked the girls questions along the way.

“He has four girls, so he’s completely in his element,” Grant said watching as Palma and the girls gathered around a big counter in the kitchen.

The girls squealed as the potatoes went through the slicing machine and laughed as Palma used a kitchen blowtorch to cook the marshmallow meringue on the pies.

WHAT’S NEXT: The girls were able to enjoy the food they cooked at the end of their visit.—KP www.danapointtimes.com

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Business Beat News from Dana Point’s business community COMPILED BY STAFF

NEW BUSINESSES WALK-IN CLINIC/URGENT CARE Dr. Pejman Fani, DO 24582 Del Prado, Suite H, Dana Point.

949.264.2458.www.pluswalkinclinic.com.

The clinic celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held by the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce on Monday, Nov. 14.

The clinic will be open during later evening hours to accommodate those who work during the day, and service those who may not be able to go to a clinic during the day hours.

Dr. Pejman Fani said the hours will be part-time at the beginning, but hopes to be open more in the future.

“We want to support the community,” Fani said. “We will be giving each customer a free pass to give to whoever they wish for a free visit.”

Fani said it’s best to call for availability, but he will most likely work 6 p.m.-midnight. —Kristina Pritchett BLACK LANTERN 24302 Del Prado Ave., Dana Point.

949.42.7433. www.theblacklanternoc.com.

Three award-winning tattoo artists have joined forces in opening a state-of-the-art tattoo shop in Dana Point. London Reese, formerly of Vatican Studios in Lake Forest, teamed up with Los Angeles artist Sean Hall and Ink Master contestant Josh Woods of Nashville, Tennessee.

“I’m proud of our talented crew. We are all hippie artists and were looking for a place near the ocean to open up a studio,” Reese said, “I use to live in Dana Point, and for the past two years we have been

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WHAT’S GOING ON IN OUR NEIGHBORING TOWNS

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO: CITY CALLS FOR BIDS ON LOWER ROSAN, PLAYHOUSE PROPERTIES Recently San Juan Capistrano City Hall was filled with bidders interested in purchasing two of the city’s redevelopment agency properties—what’s known as the Lower Rosan Ranch, located off of Stonehill Drive near San Juan Creek, and the property along El Camino Real that has been home to a local nonprofit, the Camino Real Playhouse, for more than 26 years.

Assistant City Manager Jacob Green said in an email that when the state “dissolved” redevelopment agencies, the city of San Juan, like other agencies, was required Dana Point Times November 25-December 1, 2016

looking for a space in South Orange County that would allow a [tattoo] shop.”

Alongside the immense talent, Black Lantern will be among the few businesses to incorporate microbicidal paint that kills bacteria and diseases upon contact.

“There are only two hospitals that have microbicidal paint, so we’re excited to be the first tattoo shop to use it.”

All sessions are made by appointment only, so be sure to e-mail Black Lantern to set up your session at TheBlackLanternOC@gmail.com. —Victor Carno

NEW CLASSES JACK RANDALL PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO 34102 Street of the Violet Lantern, Dana Point. 949.248.5198. www.jackrandallphotography.com After discovering a passion for photography, Jack Randall opened his first studio in Dana Point 25 years ago. Since then, there have been a couple new locations, countless weddings and thousands of portraits and engagement photos taken. Soon, Randall will be teaching classes in his upstairs studio.

In the beginning of next year, Randall will be starting three new courses to teach those interested in photography in a different way.

“My theme is to leave your textbooks at home,” Randall said, “and learn to shoot from your heart and your instincts.”

The classes have been a work in progress for about five years, Randall said, but he’s ready to begin them in February.

Randall said there will be three class options: a six-hour course on Saturday; a Monday/Wednesday/Friday class; and a one-month mentorship to learn all the ins and outs.

Classes will discuss how to choose lighting, background and more.

“The mentorship will be up to 20 hours of one on one instruction. There will be a to develop a plan to “prepare for disposal of agency-owned property.” Green said parcels used as public parking and other government uses are not required to be sold, which leaves the Lower Rosan and playhouse parcels for the city to sell. Green said proceeds from the sales will be shared with other taxing agencies under a statemandated formula.

Tom Scott and Beverly Blake, president and vice president of the Camino Real Playhouse, said they have worked with a local architect and developer on a bid to purchase the property and create a project that includes a playhouse, office space and parking. Scott and Blake are hoping to be able to keep their theater troupe in town.

Green said “the City Council is encouraging an open, competitive process that would provide a beneficial use for the community,” adding that “possible purchas-

Jack Randall Photography and Video will be holding classes in the studio beginning early next year.

Photo: Courtesy of Jack Randall

The Walk-In Clinic/Urgent Care on Del Prado had a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce to celebrate its opening on Monday, Nov. 14. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

Sean Hall (at left) works on a client at the same time as London Reese (far right). Hall, Reese and Josh Woods recently opened the Black Lantern.

Photo: Victor Carno

live wedding and up to five family shoots,” Randall said. “It’s for someone who really wants to get involved in photography.”

Randall said the classes will be very

small, about five students per session. The dates have not been decided, but Randall said to call the studio for more information.—KP

ers are encouraged to look to the City’s General Plan Land Use Element, Historic Town Center Master Plan and Zoning Code in developing their proposals.”

City staff will review the proposals and consult with the Council on the next steps for selecting a bid.

“The sand will be pushed above the mean high tide line for the winter months.”

During the construction, the contractor will access the beach through the Capistrano Shores Mobile Home Park near the train station in North Beach.

“The city’s Coastal Development Permit from the California Coastal Commission that allows the City to receive tested and approved sand during the project timeframe that will have minimal impact on biological resources,” the release stated. “City lifeguards have been monitoring and documenting existing wave and surf conditions for two months prior to the beach nourishment project, and will continue to do so for two months afterwards.”

The project work hours are scheduled from 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The project is expected to be completed in early December.

SAN CLEMENTE: SAND REPLENISHMENT TO BEGIN ON NORTH BEACH The city of San Clemente plans to begin work on the North Beach Opportunistic Sand Replenishment project on Nov. 28.

The project is planned to incorporate unloading and spreading beach sand that will be obtained from the county’s Lower Santa Ana River Dredging Project, according to a press release from the city.

“The city will bring 12,000 cubic yards of sand to North Beach over the course of approximately two weeks,” the release stated.

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DP Sheriff’s Blotter COMPILED BY KRISTINA PRITCHETT

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 website.

Sunday, November 20 DISTURBANCE Street of the Park Lantern, 25100 Block (12:37 a.m.) Police were called after a man yelled at the front desk, demanding to know which room he was in because “he did not know.” They told police he was on the third floor trying to put the key in every door to see which one was his.

Saturday, November 19 TRAFFIC ACCIDENT-UNKNOWN INJURIES Aurelio Drive, 34000 Block (9:30 p.m.) A vehicle struck a fence and also hit five other vehicles.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE Del Obispo Street/Stonehill Drive (7:04 p.m.) A man told police his Nissan was just found in the area, but said he keys were missing from his home from the day before.

DISTURBANCE Street of the Golden Lantern/ Camino Del Avion (9:36 p.m.) Police were called for a woman pushing a car in the middle of the traffic lanes.

RECKLESS DRIVING Pacific Coast Highway/ Palisades Drive (3:54 p.m.) Police were called for a driver driving the wrong way on PCH.

DRUNK DRIVING Village Road/Del Obispo Street (5:18 p.m.) Police were called for a driver driving on the wrong side of the road in the Village.

TRAFFIC HAZARD Stonehill Drive, Del Obispo Street (1:27 p.m.) A large pole was in the middle of the street.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Mariana Drive/La Cresta Drive (9:10 a.m.) Police were called for a man walking around with a device in his hands, clicking it and trying to open car doors.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Calle Juanita, 27100 Block (8:09 a.m.) A man was seen wandering around the neighborhood for an hour and a half.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Via Verde/Via Sacramento (2:13 a.m.) Police were called for three juveniles wearing dark clothing and checking doors.

Thursday, November 17 DISTURBANCE Calle Juanita/Calle Narnja (5:01 p.m.) Police were called after a motorcyclist was driving on the man’s grass.

He said when he went to take a photo of the driver, the driver smacked it out of his hand.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Calle Hermosa, 26800 Block (6:40 p.m.) A woman told police she saw two men go into a vacant business, but wasn’t sure what they were doing.

DISTURBANCE Orilla Road, 33900 Block (2:49 p.m.) Police were called for 10 people in front of the location, the caller said they were doing drugs.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Doheny Park Road, 34100 Block (8:01 a.m.) Police were called for a woman in front of the business with her pants down.

TRESPASSING Pacific Coast Highway, 34100 Block (11:03 a.m.) Police were called for a man “panhandling” at the exit and refusing to leave.

DISTURBANCE-MUSIC OR PARTY Monarch Beach Resort, 0 Block (11:21 p.m.) A caller told police they could hear a live band or a DJ playing at the location.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE Marina Vista Drive, 33100 Block (3:59 a.m.) Police were called for a man throwing beer cans out of his vehicle.

Friday, November 18 SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE Granada Drive/Pacific Coast Highway (10:29 p.m.)

A man in a vehicle was seen watching porn and touching himself.

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MUNICIPAL CODE OF VIOLATIONS Street of the Golden Lantern/La Plaza (4:12 p.m.)

Police were called about five skateboarders in the park “in violation of the posted signs.”

TRAFFIC HAZARD Crown Valley Parkway/ Camino Del Avion (12:30 p.m.) The signal was stuck on red in three ways and one way was green.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Camino Capistrano, 34700 Block (10:56 a.m.) A caller told police they found a bag of money in a mailbox to the left of a residence that’s vacant.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Dana Strand Road, 34300 Block (3:39 p.m.)

Police were called for a man cutting down palm leaves from the trees. The caller said they didn’t believe he was a city worker or contractor because “his vehicle is parked blocking the traffic lane.”

DISTURBANCE Street of the Park Lantern, 25100 Block (6:49 a.m.) The front lobby told police a man broke into the shower facilities.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Camino Del Avion/Niguel Road (5:24 p.m.) A man told police his daughter’s boyfriend took her car without her permission and was then involved in an accident.

CITIZEN ASSIST Sea Bright Drive, 33100 Block (9:30 a.m.) A man told police the gardeners were weedwacking rocks onto his vehicle.

Tuesday, November 15 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Doheny Park Road, 34000 Block (9:24 p.m.) A man told police he saw a man who stole his car but ran.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Pacific Coast Highway/Street of the Golden Lantern (2:45 p.m.) Animal Control was called after two Doxens were seen inside a Honda Civic.

The caller said the sunroof was opened but they wanted to break the window to retrieve the dogs because they were barking.

RECKLESS DRIVING Camino Capistrano/ Camino De Estrella (1:10 p.m.) Police were called for a women swerving while driving.

Wednesday, November 16

BATTERY Pacific Coast Highway, 34200 Block (12:56 p.m.) A caller told police one of their employees was punched in the face by a man.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Via Elevado/Zarzito Drive (10:39 p.m.) A caller told police four juveniles, wearing black hoodies, were in the dog park, but they weren’t sure what the kids were doing.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Buccaneer Street, 32900 Block (8:16 a.m.) Police were called for a man nodding off in his van. The caller said the back windows were busted out and he was doing drugs.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Via Verde/Dana Bluff W. (9:33 p.m.)Police were called for a person in park with items all over a picnic bench.

DISTURBANCE Stonehill Drive/Del Obispo Street (6:04 a.m.) Police were called for a loud power washer in the area.

TRAFFIC HAZARD Crown Valley Parkway/ Pacific Coast Highway (6:30 p.m.) Police were called about a ladder in the road.

SHOTS HEARD-NO SUSPECT INFORMATION Harbor Point Drive, 25700 Block (5:30 a.m.)

Three possible gunshots were heard from the right of the location.

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Community Meetings SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26

Small Business Saturday Dana Point Farmer’s Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. La Plaza Park.

Pacific Coast Highway and La Plaza, Dana Point.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29

Because I Love You (BILY) Meeting 7-9 p.m. every Tuesday. BILY helps parents find solutions to any crisis they are experiencing due to their children’s (adult or minor) poor choices. 119 Avenida De La Estrella, San Clemente. www.bilysc.org.

Dana Harbor Toastmasters

7-8:30 p.m. Fine-tune your public speaking skills each Tuesday at Capo Beach Church. 25975 Domingo Avenue, Capistrano Beach. 949.492.7181. www.toastmasters.org.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1

Half-off One-Year Dog License

The San Clemente-Dana Point Animal Shelter will be accepting a coupon for 50 percent off a one-year dog license.

Visit www.danapoint.org to print the coupon. 221 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente.

Coastmaster (Toastmaster’s)

7-8:30 a.m. Join the members of the Coastmasters every Thursday to improve your speaking and leadership skills. 34451 Ensenada Place, Dana Point. Adjacent to Baby Beach at OC Sailing & Events Center. www,coastmasters.org.

Youth Board Meeting

4-5 p.m. Dana Point Youth Board members will be in Council Chambers.

Dana Point City Hall. 33282 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point. The agenda will be online at www.danapoint.org.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3

Headlands Nature Walk

9 a.m. The walk focuses on animals and plants that can be found in the Headlands. Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center. 34558 Scenic Drive, Dana Point.

RSVP to dpnaturalresources@danapoint.org or by calling 949.248.3527.

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Letters to the Editor

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DANA POINT’S BUILDING DESIGN AND SIGNAGE ORDINANCES ARE MISSING TEETH

HOW TO REACH US

MATTHEW MILLER, Dana Point

When driving into Dana Point from I-5, I’m always struck by the beauty of the ocean to the left and the impressive bridge that greets everyone. Then I see the illuminated signs: Denny’s, Del Taco, Carls Jr., McDonalds, Jack in the Box, Chevron, Arco… and I feel let down, because my town looks like it’s sponsored by chains that detract from the peaceful nights here.

I was briefly comforted when I saw “The Row” transformation, which houses my favorite breakfast hangout: Stacks. Then I saw Subway’s new signs, which for some reason needed to be side by side on the angled facades, as if one illuminated sign isn’t enough. This further takes away from how our city is perceived by guests.

Where PCH splits at Del Prado, we were greeted with a classy city sign that reads “Dana Point Lantern District.” Above it now is the new red sign for BevMo!.

Really? They have signs on all the other facades too, so does it have to be the main focal point as you drive into town? Who in the heck approved this? It’s a slap in the face. Do you want your city to look and feel a certain way, or more importantly, do you know what you don’t want? Then ask the city to utilize tools that other nearby cities have used and add some teeth to our municipal code!

Go ahead and Google Laguna Beach’s sign code right now; look at their Pictorial Guide from 2002, and then try to imagine billboards or an internally illuminated sign being allowed there. Try to imagine a building design getting approved in San Clemente that isn’t Spanish style. Why does Dana Point do it differently by allowing anything? Our City Council has spent countless millions redeveloping Town Center to spur development; shouldn’t they now update the code to reflect the style and scale of Dana Point?

Remember the Majestic project that spurred Ballot Measure H? The vocal minority railed against the Commissioners and Council for allowing such an out of place development, but to their credit, the city didn’t have any other choice. There is nothing specific in our municipal code to dictate appearance, scale or style. After just three or four more developments, our town could look and feel completely foreign.

In the meantime, signs for “Welcome to the Lantern District” may as well read “Welcome to BevMo!.” I strongly encourage the city to rewrite the municipal code, Dana Point Times November 25-December 1, 2016

CITY EDITOR Kristina Pritchett, 949.388.7700, x113 kpritchett@picketfencemedia.com SPORTS Steve Breazeale, 949.388.7700, x110 sbreazeale@picketfencemedia.com ADVERTISING PRINT AND ONLINE

Lauralyn Loynes, 949.388.7700, x102 lloynes@picketfencemedia.com DISTRIBUTION RACKS, DRIVEWAYS, SUBSCRIPTIONS

Tricia Zines, 949.388.7700, x107 tzines@picketfencemedia.com

The grand opening of BevMo! is scheduled for Dec. 8. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

and create better standards that reflect the charm and history of our great town. For now, I discourage everyone from shopping at Subway and BevMo until they remove their excessive signage at our town’s gateways.

IN RESPONSE TO “A DISAPPOINTING DEVELOPMENT FOR OUR POLITICAL PROCESS” NADIA STARNER, Capistrano Beach

Dear Resident, I don’t know where you received your information in your letter to the editor regarding how the short-term rental (STR) referrendum signatures were obtained and what was being explained to the public. It is completely false and unfair to the many decent people you have insulted, and I can attest to this first hand. To place this false information in regards to the many community volunteers is not only un-ethical and wrong, but are the actual actions used by the opposition (pro-str) to derail the referendum.

In regards to those community residents volunteering to ensure the safety and unity of our families in residential neighborhoods and stop the self-interest profiteering of our community, they stated the facts to all who chose to sign the petition and all who signed were community residents that did not want or whole heartedly agree with the Council’s decision to change the zoning and ordinances to appease investors via opportunistically marketing our neighborhoods as hotels or transient lodging.

I would appreciate very much if you

would understand the definition of the petition: “Referendum definition, the principle or practice of referring measures proposed or passed by a legislative body been referred to them for a direct decision.” Understand the facts prior to publishing your own or trying to come off as the victim. The only victims, if any, would be the long-term residents and families in our community that would suffer from self-interest profiteers that cannot see beyond the dollar in order for the rest of us to maintain a quality of life and the unity and betterment of our community.

To all and any who would like to operate transient lodging businesses please consider moving to a hotel zoned area… because I personally love coming home to my neighborhood. Although everyone has rights to the property they own and invest in the rights of a community, the purpose of purchasing in a particular zone should be a decision made prior to your purchase.

I personally chose to buy my house to raise a family in a residential zone and if I came to change this decision why should a neighborhood.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU 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.

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SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY AT SAN CLEMENTE ART SUPPLY 1-4 p.m. Stop by San Clemente Art Supply and Framing for a Small Business Saturday event. There will be an artist painting in front of the store, demos and an artist demonstration, treats, a sale and more.

1531 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente.

949.369.6603. www.scartsupply.com.

What’s going on in and around town this week COMPILED BY STAFF

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SATURDAYS AT THE SWALLOW’S INN 2:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Flock of 80’s performs live music in the afternoon, followed by the JB & the Big Circle Riders in the evening.

31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.3188. www.swallowsinn.com.

MISSION ART WALK 11 a.m. A docent-guided tour highlighting the art collection of rare paintings related to the Mission’s history. 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano.

949.234.1300. www.missionsjc.com.

BUBBLES & BRUSHES 5:30-9 p.m. Every Friday through Dec. 23, sip champagne and follow step-by-step instructions to create a canvas masterpiece.

A new painting will be featured every week with holiday-themed paintings on Dec. 16 and Dec. 23. Cost is $45. Monarch Beach Resort. 1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point. 949.234.3200.

STORYTELLING AND COOKIE DECORATING WITH MRS. CLAUS 6:30-9 p.m. Every Friday and Saturday from Thanksgiving to Christmas join Mrs. Claus on the Grand Terrace. The event is free. Monarch Beach Resort. 1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point. 949.234.3200.

LIVE MUSIC: THE CHRIS ANDERSEN GROUP 7:30-11 p.m. Listen to live music from The Chris Andersen Group at Iva Lee’s.

555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente.

949.361.2855. www.ivalees.com.

‘MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET’ 8 p.m. The Camino Real Playhouse opens three weeks of performances with a preview night of the holiday classic Miracle on 34th Street. The show will run through Dec. 18. $27-$37. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.489.8082. www.caminrealplayhouse.com.

‘SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS’ 8 p.m. The Cabrillo Playhouse puts on Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks, the story of a formidable retired woman, who hires an acerbic dance instructor for lessons. $1520. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente.

949.492.0465. www.cabrilloplayhouse.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT SUNSETS BAR 9 p.m. Flock of 80s will be playing at Sunsets Bar. 34700 Pacific Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach.

Saturday | 26 TALEGA RUN CLUB 7:30 a.m. All ages and running abilities are welcome to this weekly running club. 2XU, Dana Point Times November 25-December 1, 2016

EDITOR’S PICK Photo: Courtesy

SATURDAY, DEC. 3: GINGERBREAD HOUSE ACADEMY 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sit in on one of two gingerbread house decorating workshops at Monarch Beach Resort. The pastry team will offer tips for decorating with the seemingly endless amount of candy and frosting available. There will also be a special visit from Santa, complete with pictures. Cost is $85 per gingerbread house, with a maximum of four people per house. One Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point. 949.234.3200. www.visitdanapoint.org.

On Stage at the Coach House: The Dan Band Holiday Show

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ou’ve seen Dan Finnerty before.

Time and time again, Finnerty shows up to make incredible cameos in modern comedy classics. Whether it was as the infamously inappropriate wedding singer in Old School singing his “colorful” version of “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” or as singers in Starsky & Hutch and The Hangover, Finnerty plays the rogue singer well.

Finnerty brings The Dan Band Holiday Show, full of those hijinks and more, to the Coach House on Dec. 3.

The Dan Band started when Finnerty drunkenly sang a version of “I Am Woman,” and clearly the shtick has earned many fans. The band has shown up on

The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Ellen and more.

Finnerty’s act is so Photo: Courtesy popular, Steven Spielberg signed on to executive produce a one-hour concert special, “The Dan Band: I Am Woman.”

The Dan Band is preparing to release their third album, but before they drop those tunes, catch them at the Coach House. The show starts at 8 p.m., and tickets start at $35. Buy them at www.thecoachhouse.com. DP

an athletic apparel store in San Clemente, helps lead the runs. Group meets in front of Peet’s Coffee at 801 Avenida Talega, San Clemente. 949.558.5054. www.meetup. com/2XU-San-Clemente-Outlet-Meetup.

Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point.

949.496.2274. www.ocean-institute.org.

OCEAN INSTITUTE WHALE WATCHING CRUISE 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Hop aboard the R/V Sea Explorer to see whales, dolphins, sea lions and more. Tickets are $45 for adults, $35 for seniors and active-duty military and $25 for children. Ocean Institute. 24200

HOLIDAY CHARITY GIFT DRIVE Noon-3 p.m. Donate gifts at San Juan Capistrano charity Coral 65’s annual holiday gift drive. Drop off new, unwrapped donations of gifts for military kids and pets, sweaters for seniors and vests for veterans. There will also a raffle and silent auction. Courtyard Irvine Spectrum. 7955 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine. 949.606.2300. www.coral65.org.

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LIVE MUSIC: FAMILY STYLE 7:30-11 p.m. Listen to live music from Family Style at Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.361.2855. www.ivalees.com.

Sunday | 27 ORANGE COUNTY WINE CRUISE 5:30-7 p.m. Climb onboard a Dana Wharf luxury catamaran for this 90-minute wine cruise around the Dana Point Harbor.

Tickets are $49. Every Friday and Sunday.

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point.

888.224.0603. www.danawharf.com.

PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA 3-4p.m. Every Sunday from Thanksgiving to Christmas bring your pet and support a cause. Donations will go to Pet Rescue Center. Monarch Beach Resort. 1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point. 949.234.3200.

Monday | 28 TEA TIME BOOK CLUB 10:30-11:30 a.m. Every fourth Monday of the month, the Dana Point Library has tea and book chats. Bring your favorite cup for tea. For a list of featured titles, call the library at 949.496.5517. 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point.

FREE GUITAR LESSONS 5-6 p.m. Free beginner level acoustic guitar lessons for middle school to college age youth. 1040 Calle Negocio, San Clemente.

949.388.0114. coamusicarts@gmail.com. www.communityoutreachalliance.com.

PJ STORYTIME WITH THE SUNSHINE READERS 5:30-6:30 p.m. Children of all ages are invited to read with the Sunshine Readers. Pajamas are encourages, and children must be accompanied by an adult. A cookie and water is served at the end. Dana Point Library. 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point.

(Cont. on page 17) www.danapointtimes.com

the village.

Mariner’s Village/Alley and Dana Wharf.

34624 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point. www.visitdanapoint.org.

Holiday Events

‘MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET’

8 p.m. The Camino Real Playhouse continues performances of the holiday classic Miracle on 34th Street. The show runs every weekend through Dec. 18. Tickets range from $27-$37.

31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano.

949.489.8082. www.caminorealplayhouse. com.

BOAT RIDES WITH SANTA

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY AT SAN CLEMENTE ART SUPPLY

1-4 p.m. Stop by San Clemente Art Supply and Framing for a Small Business Saturday event. There will be an artist painting live in front of the store, demos from a variety of brands and also another artist demonstration, treats, a sale and more.

1531 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente.

949.369.6603. www.scartsupply.com.

STORYTELLING AND COOKIE DECORATING WITH MRS. CLAUS

6:30-9 p.m. Dive into the holiday festivities with a free cookie decorating and holiday story-telling event at the Monarch Beach Resort. The event runs every Thursday and Friday until Christmas.

One Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point.

949.234.3200. www.visitdanapoint.org.

SOCSA HOLIDAY CONCERT

7-9 p.m. The South Orange County School of Arts performs their annual holiday concert at Dana Hills High School. Concert also will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 30. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $12 for students and seniors.

33333 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 949.240.1994. www.socsarts.org.

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Santa and his helpers listen to holiday wishes on a 20-minute harbor cruise. A $5 donation, which will be given to the El Camino Real Junior Woman’s Club, is suggested. No reservation required. Event also runs Sunday, Dec. 4.

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point.

888.224.0603. www.danawharf.com.

GINGERBREAD HOUSE ACADEMY

10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sit in on one of two gingerbread house decorating workshops at Monarch Beach Resort. The pastry team will offer tips for decorating with the seemingly endless amount of candy and frosting available. There will also be a special visit from Santa, complete with pictures. Cost is $85 per gingerbread house, with a maximum of four people per house.

One Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point.

949.234.3200. www.visitdanapoint.org.

HOLIDAY DIY CARD AND CANDLE MAKING

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Attendees will learn ornamental calligraphy techniques and make a set of holiday cards with ink and color. After a break for lunch, the owners of Makana candles will guide guests through a candle-making class. This class is limited to 16 students only, please register at www.scartsupply.com. Cost is $125 and includes the candles made at the class to take home.

1531 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente.

949.369.6603. www.scartsupply.com.

HERITAGE HILL VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

FREE PHOTOS WITH SANTA

4:30-7:30 p.m. Bring your cameras and snap a selfie with Santa at the Dana Wharf Courtyard. Photos are free.

El Torito Courtyard. 34521 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 949.496.5794. www.danapointharbor.com.

HOLIDAY IN THE HARBOR

4:30-7:30 p.m. Bring the family down to the Dana Point Harbor for a fun afternoon of holiday events, live music, kids’ treats and specials throughout

11 a.m.-3 p.m. Relive the holiday customs of yesteryear for one final time as Heritage Hill Historical Park holds their last-ever Victorian Christmas.

The park’s four historic buildings will be festively decorated for the season with live music, dance performances, local craft vendors and food for purchase. Enjoy hands-on activities including Christmas ornament and card making, candle dipping, butter churning, Victorian-inspired crafts and games and cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus.

25151 Serrano Road, Lake Forest.

949.923.2230.

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TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY

4:15 p.m.- 9 p.m. The annual San Juan Capistrano Tree Lighting Ceremony includes pre-show entertainment, a live stage show and, of course, the lighting of the holiday tree. Elsewhere, there will be free photos with Santa Claus at Los Rios Park, a puppet show and a free Christmas train ride and crafts.

Mrs. Claus will entertain children at the O’Neill Museum, and ZOOMARS will open the gates to their petting zoo at no charge and offer train and hay rides for a nominal fee.

Historic Town Center Park. 31852 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.5911. www.sanjuancapistrano.org.

CHRISTMAS AT THE CASA

5-7:30 p.m. Christmas at the Casa is a public holiday celebration featuring festive decorations, live music, carolers, a bell choir, a talking Christmas tree, crafts for children, cookies and refreshments, and a visit from Santa Claus. The bell choir will walk with guests from Casa Romantica to the San Clemente Community Center at approximately 7:30 p.m. for the city’s Christmas Tree Lighting at 8 p.m.

Casa Romantica. 415 Avenida Grande, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. www.casaromantica.org.

SANTA’S VILLAGE BY THE SEA

5-10:30 p.m. Avenida Del Mar and the Community Center turn into a holiday village. There will be the local favorite snow hill, Santa meetings and other activities, all leading up to a tree lighting ceremony at 8 p.m. on the corner of Del Mar and Calle Seville.

YAPPY HOWLIDAYS

11 a.m.-2 p.m. This gathering of canines and their companions provides Fido with the opportunity to be photographed with the “Big Dog” himself, Santa Claus. Guests are asked to bring unopened canned or dry dog food, treats or dog toys to be donated to pets in need. Proceeds from food and beverage purchases benefit The Canine Companions Veterans Initiative.

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel.

One Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point.

949.240.2000. www.visitdanapoint.org

PINES PARK TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY 4-6 p.m. The city of Dana Point and Capo Cares hosts a tree lighting ceremony at Pines Park. There will be crafts, caroling, handmade wooden ornaments and more. There will also be hot cocoa and homemade cookies.

Pines Park. 34941 Camino Capistrano, Capistrano Beach.

CASA NUTCRACKER

7-8:30 p.m. The Orange County Ballet Theatre performs the holiday classic production. The Casa Nutcracker features choreography tailored to Casa Romantica’s intimate Main Salon.

Tickets are $40.

Casa Romantica. 415 Avenida Grande, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. www.casaromantica.org.

DANA POINT HARBOR BOAT PARADE OF LIGHTS

7:30 p.m. The 42nd annual edition of the boat parade kicks off on Friday night. You can join in on the parade by watching from the shore or hopping on a boat with Captain Dave’s Dolphin and Whale Watching, Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching or The Ocean Institute. The parade also runs on Dec. 10, 16 and 17. www.danapointharbor.com.

100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente. www.san-clemente.org.

CHRISTMAS AT THE MISSION

5:30-8 p.m. The historic Mission San Juan Capistrano turns into a winter wonderland with carolers, school choirs, real snow sledding and play area, “merry-achi” music, visit with Father Christmas and more.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano.

949.234.1300. www.missionsjc.com.

Laguna Cliffs Marriott. 25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point. www.visitdanapoint.org.

9 a.m.-noon. Enjoy breakfast, movies, arts and crafts, and a photo op with Santa himself as he visits Dana Point from the North Pole. Adults are $30, kids are $15.

Gift Ideas for Everyone on your List BELLA BAZAAR FAMILY PILLOW $40

Bella Bazaar 34467 Golden Lantern, Dana Point

949.429.6200 www.bellabazaar.com

MUD PIE DRESS $24

Bella Bazaar 34467 Golden Lantern, Dana Point

949.429.6200 www.bellabazaar.com

SMALL RAKU CROSS $10

Bella Bazaar 34467 Golden Lantern, Dana Point

949.429.6200 www.bellabazaar.com

HOLIDAY OFFER $8 a unit for Dysport ® or $9 a unit for Botox® Riviera Laser Studios 34189 Pacific Coast Hwy., Ste. 201, Dana Point

949.370.3177, www.RivieraLaser.com

14KT GOLD & DIAMOND RING On Sale for $519 Zia Jewelry 31761 Camino Capistrano, SJC

(949) 493-1322 www.ZiaJewelrySanJuanCap.com

GOLF MEMBERSHIP

$2,000-$2,500 Initiation Fee/ $460-$575 Mo. Dues Bella Collina San Clemente 200 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente

949.333.4830 www.bellacollinasanclemente.com

Gift Ideas for Everyone on your List BESTIE SPA DAY GIFT CERTIFICATE Any Denomination

Bow Wow Beautiful Pet Spa 364 Camino Estrella, San Clemente

949.702.3130 www.BowWowBeautiful.com

SERPENTINE IGUANAS 5 ½” to 11 ½” long $340 and Up

Designs By Nature 400 S. El Camino Real, A, San Clemente

(949) 498-8358 www.designsbynature.com

SOCIAL MEMBERSHIP

$250 Initiation Fee/ $50 Mo. Food & Beverage Minimum Bella Collina San Clemente 200 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente

949.333.4830 www.bellacollinasanclemente.com

CAMILLE WOODS ORIGINAL ART “SWIFT JUSTICE” $125

Bella Bazaar 34467 Golden Lantern, Dana Point

949.429.6200 www.bellabazaar.com

CERAMIC MUG $10

Bella Bazaar 34467 Golden Lantern, Dana Point

949.429.6200 www.bellabazaar.com

SATIN OFF-SHOULDER BOMBER JACKET $89

Bella Bazaar 34467 Golden Lantern, Dana Point

949.429.6200 www.bellabazaar.com

GETTING OUT (Cont. from page 8)

Tuesday | 29 HALF-PRICE WHALE WATCHING 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Hop onboard this two-hour cruise to see dolphins, whales and other marine life in the wild. $22.50. Half price on Tuesdays but trips are available every day of the week.

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point.

949.496.5794. www.danawharf.com.

OPEN MIC NIGHT 6-10 p.m. Singer/songwriters perform at The Point Restaurant open mic every Tuesday. Bring your instrument and your voice; The Point supplies the sound system. 34085 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point. 949.464.5700. www.thepointrestaurantandbar.com.

KARAOKE AT GOODY’S 8 p.m. Karaoke every Tuesday night at Goody’s Tavern in San Clemente.

206 S. El Camino Real. 949.492.3400. www.goodystavern.com.

Wednesday | 30 LEARN TO PLAY BRIDGE 9-11:30 a.m. Bring a friend or come by yourself to learn bridge. People age 9-99 are welcome. South Orange County Bridge Center. 31461 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite 205, San Juan Capistrano. www.danaharborbridgecenter.org.

FAMILY GAMING 2:30-4:30 p.m. Families and children of all ages can compete in traditional board games and learn new video games.

Dana Point Library. 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point.

JAM NIGHT AT SUNSETS BAR 7:30 p.m. Join Martin Gerschwitz and friends every Wednesday at Sunsets.

34700 Pacific Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach. 949.276.8880.

FRENCH CONVERSATION CLUB 2-4 p.m. Every Wednesday. Look for the table with the French Flag surrounded by a group of people speaking French. No cost to join. Café Calypso. 114 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.493.5228, or 949.369.5482.

LIVE MUSIC: THE KALAMA BROTHERS 7-10:30 p.m. Listen to live music from The Kalama Brothers at Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.361.2855. www.ivalees.com.

FREE COMEDY AT MOLLY BLOOM’S 9:30 p.m. Every Wednesday, free comedy at Molly Bloom’s with food and drink specials. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.218.0120. www.mollybloomspub.com.

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Thursday | 01 COMMUNITY OUTREACH ALLIANCE HOOP AND JAM 5-6 p.m. The Community Outreach Alliance hosts an evening of hula hoop exercise and music. Cost is free. 1040 Calle Negocio, San Clemente. 949.388.0114. www.communityoutreachalliance.com.

Friday | 02 FREE PHOTOS WITH SANTA 4:30-7:30 p.m. Bring your cameras and snap a selfie with Santa at the Dana Wharf Courtyard. Photos are free. El Torito Courtyard. 34521 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 949.496.5794. www.danapointharbor.com.

‘MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET’ 8 p.m. The Camino Real Playhouse continues performances of the classic Miracle on 34th Street. $27-$37. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.489.8082. www.caminrealplayhouse.com.

Photo: Focus Features

At the Movies: Be Up for ‘Nocturnal Animals’

BY MEGAN BIANCO, DANA POINT TIMES

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my Adams is at it again this Oscar season. She’s become one of those actresses you’ll most likely see at an actors’ roundtable this time of year and has more nominations under her belt than most of her peers. Within just a week from each other, Adams breaks in 2016 with the sci-fi drama Arrival and the avant-garde thriller Nocturnal Animals for consideration. The film also marks the second directorial input from fashion designer Tom Ford and is based on Austin Wright’s 1993 novel Tony and Susan.

The film follows three intertwined storylines: the first has guilt-ridden, art gallery owner Susan Morrow (Adams) receiving a manuscript in the mail of her ex-husband’s, Edward Sheffield (Jake Gyllenhaal), latest book, Nocturnal

UPCOMING EVENTS SATURDAY, DEC. 3: BOAT RIDES WITH SANTA 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Santa and his helpers listen to holiday wishes on a 20-minute harbor cruise. A $5 donation is suggested. No reservation required. Event also runs Sunday, Dec. 4. Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 888.224.0603. www.danawharf.com.

SATURDAY, DEC. 3: TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY 4:15 p.m.- 9 p.m. The annual San Juan Capistrano Tree Lighting Ceremony includes entertainment, a live stage show and, of course, the lighting of the holiday tree. Elsewhere, there will be free photos with Santa Claus at Los Rios Park, a puppet show and a free Christmas train ride and crafts. Mrs. Claus will entertain children at the O’Neill Museum, and ZOOMARS will open the gates to their petting zoo at no charge and offer train and hay rides for a nominal fee. Historic Town Center Park.

31852 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano.

949.493.5911. www.sanjuancapistrano.org.

DEC. 9, 10, 16, 17: 42ND ANNUAL BOAT PARADE OF LIGHTS 7:30 p.m. Dana Point will be celebrating the season with boaters from all around Orange County who decorate their boats.

This year’s theme is Under the Sea. Awards will be given out for a variety of categories. There will be activities for all ages. Dana Point Harbor. www.danapointharbor.com.

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THE DISH

Animals. Second is a series of flashbacks on how their relationship began. Third is Edward’s novel played out on the screen with Gyllenhaal also playing the protagonist, and Isla Fisher, Ellie Bamber and Aaron Johnson as other book characters.

Michael Shannon co-stars as the sheriff in the book within the movie and Armie Hammer plays Susan’s current boyfriend. Ford made a big splash with his first film, A Single Man, in 2009, and here he makes just as big of an impression with a non-linear story that would’ve been a mess in the wrong hands. Adams is great of course, but it’s Gyllenhaal who effortlessly carries the film as both male leads. The extreme content is bound to be divisive with some audiences, but Nocturnal Animals has one of the year’s best casts and is perfect for arthouse fans. DP

SOL AGAVE’S CHILE COLORADO

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olks were excited when Sol Agave moved from a food truck to a brick and mortar restaurant off Rancho Viejo Road. They were so excited, supposedly, that Sol Agave quickly moved across the parking lot to a bigger, stylish building within a year.

The new digs are swanky, with a sleek tequila bar and wine cabinet, funky light fixtures, and a generally bouncy atmosphere amongst the friendly staff and lively patrons.

What’s clear is that Sol Agave’s physical environment was elevated to match the quality of its food. From truck to first shop to new shop, their modern take on Mexican food has garnered a duly rabid following.

The chile colorado came at the recommendation of the waiter. Three medallions of braised short rib were arranged next to onion-cilantro white rice. The short ribs had

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been soaked in a beer and pepper sauce, creating a bite that was bright on the front of the tongue and savory like sweet mud on the back of the tongue. —Matt Cortina Sol Agave 31111 Rancho Viejo Road, San Juan Capistrano.

949.218.1158. www.solagavesjc.com

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PROFILES OF OUR COMMUNITY

Shopping Small

Dana Point business owners discuss the importance of shopping locally

BY KRISTINA PRITCHETT, DANA POINT TIMES

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s the Thanksgiving leftovers are getting packed away and the gift lists are starting to get filled out, business owners in Dana Point are urging local residents to stay in the city to shop for the holidays this year.

In Dana Point, you can see small businesses everywhere you look, down Del Prado, in the Harbor, across town in Monarch Beach and on every street in between. As the holidays approach, those owners are looking for ways to drive in their customers.

Heather Johnston, executive director of the Dana Point Chamber, says there are more than 2,500 small businesses in the city, including home businesses.

“With Dana Point, and the exceptions of the hotels, the government agencies, the water district, pretty much everyone else employed in Dana Point are by small businesses,” Johnston said.

The Saturday after Thanksgiving is known as Small Business Saturday, a day that shoppers are encouraged to help their local stores. In cities like Dana Point, which brings in many tourists throughout the year, businesses hope the holidays can help boost sales.

Johnston said the state of the economy has a big impact on small business.

“The last couple of years have been really hard on everyone,” Johnston said.

“The holidays will keep people open and be able to pay their bills until they can get back into the busy season.”

Marla Sherman rearranges clothing in her store, The Golden Galleon. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

In Monarch Beach, Beth Oas, owner of Lingerie Paradis, says this will be her second holiday season being open and says it’s important to encourage locals to stay around to shop.

She added some businesses, like hers, are off in an area where there isn’t a lot of foot traffic.

“It’s more local people we see that know we’re here. I get a lot of calls from the hotels, but I try to do marketing and social networking,” Oas said.

She added another difficulty she sees is the fact that many people shop online.

“With the internet, it’s very difficult to own a small business and to keep it going,” Oas said.

Marla Sherman, owner of Golden Galleon in the Harbor, agrees.

“We’ve all gotten caught up in shopping online; there are some things you can get online, but I don’t think we need to purchase everything from our desktop. We need to keep that in mind,” Sherman said.

Johnston said with Cyber Monday— where online retailers offer discounts on the Monday following Thanksgiving—and online shopping, it’s a devastation to the smaller businesses.

Pet of the Week: Senorita

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even-month-old Senorita is a spunky puppy who’s ready for just about anything. Don’t let her size fool you.

Senorita may be small, but her personality is anything but. Once you meet her, she’s sure to wow you with her adorable charms.

If you would like to know more about Senorita, please call the San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter at 949.492.1617, or visit with her at 221 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente. DP

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Stephanie Hogan rearranges items in the case at Hogan’s Bait and Tackle. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

One thing all of the store owners said they focus on is the customer service they can provide by being a smaller business.

“I have to focus on the personal attention and getting to know my customers,” Oas said. “I want to make sure women get the right things. I know how I want to be treated [when being sold something], and I want someone to go home and feel really good about what they bought.”

Breck Girot, a store manager at Hogan’s Bait and Tackle, said when a customer walks in the door, they usually know what they’re looking for.

“We develop those relationships,” Girot said. “They can come in and say ‘I’m here to pick up something for Bob so-and-so,’ and we know Bob. We can direct them because we know exactly what he’s looking for.”

Stephanie Hogan, an owner at Hogan’s, agrees and added that this allows the business to grow with the community.

“These personal relationships and hands-on knowledge are things that online and big box stores can’t offer,” Hogan said.

Many people may say they can get the same items from a store at the mall, but the Dana Point business owners said when customers walk through their doors, they give extra customer service that may not be provided at a box store.

“I try to have things that are unique and you don’t see everywhere,” Sherman said.

Another part of that, Oas said, is knowing what your customers want to buy.

“I’ve had to evolve over time to what customers wanted,” Oas said. “We brought in swimwear for the summer, and it was great. We started getting active wear because a lot of people are into yoga, paddle boarding.”

Bridget Aguilar, owner of the Mailroom, says they’re busy during the holidays because of the services they provide.

“I think the holidays are when we get the most business,” Aguilar said. “We do a lot of gift wrapping, and we’re one of the few businesses to still do that. It gives a personal touch to the gifts.”

Johnston said when people shop locally, they’re not just helping the business but they’re also helping the community as a whole.

“The businesses employee people, those are your neighbors, they pay into local taxes,” Johnston said. “It’s an easy way to invest into your community. It doesn’t just stay in one shop.”

Johnston said the small businesses are the unsung heroes.

“People aren’t asking for you to do all your shopping there, they’re just asking you to spend a little of your holiday budget at a local shop,” Johnston said. DP

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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In Loving Memory

Mark Wade Kofford Oct. 15, 1967 - Nov. 21, 2016

Mark was born in Utah, graduated with MD/Ph.D from Medical College of Virginia in 1998. He cofounded Riviera Laser Studios and Dana Point Medical Associates in 2001.

He loved Dana Point, fishing, surfing, gardening, eating out at Waterman’s Restaurant and other local establishments. He did many compassionate medical missions to Peru and Brazil over the years. He is survived by his family and 2 beloved sons, Marcus and Joshua ages 12 and 9.

Mark you will always be with us in our memory, thoughts, and hearts. You touched the soul of everyone you met.

Celebration of Life: Sunday, Nov 27, 2016 at 2 p.m. South Shores Church, Dana Point, CA. Dana Point Times November 25-December 1, 2016

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Giving Time: Volunteers Help Clean the Beach during Annual Thanksgiving Cleanup

BY KRISTINA PRITCHETT, DANA POINT TIMES

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ore than a dozen people grabbed trash bags and gloves before they set across Doheny State Beach on Saturday, Nov. 19 to participate in an annual Thanksgiving Beach Cleanup.

Vicki Wiker, park naturalist interpreter, began this event after she started working for State Parks in 1993. Normally, she

holds the event the week of Thanksgiving, but due to scheduling, she moved it up a week.

“I’m so happy that we have a few volunteers today,” Wiker said. “And I’m so lucky I get to live my passion with my job.”

During the event, Wiker said the volunteers collected around 80 pounds of trash. DP

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The Dana Hills boys cross country team placed second at the CIF-SS Finals on Nov. 19. Photo: Steve Breazeale

Dolphin Report

BY STEVE BREAZEALE, DANA POINT TIMES

For in-game updates, scores, news and more for all of the Dana Hills High School fall sports programs, follow us on Twitter @ SouthOCsports.

Dolphins Water Polo Ousted

by Foothill in Playoffs

In a rematch of last year’s CIF-SS Division 2 Championship match, the Dana Hills and Foothill boys water polo teams squared off in the postseason again on Nov. 9, although this time in a slightly different arena.

Both the Dolphins and the Knights made the jump up to Division 1 this offseason due to the CIF-SS’s competitive equity initiative. The two met in the first round of the Division 1 playoffs, and Foothill came away with a 10-6 victory.

The Knights got a five-goal performance from Joe Molina, and goalie Arash Izadmanesh made eight saves in the win.

Dana Hills was led by Jack McLaughlin, who scored three goals and had three steals.

It was the second straight year in which the Knights ousted the Dolphins from the playoffs.

Dana Hills finished the season with a 16-13 overall record, and placed second in the South Coast League.

Cross Country Teams Place Second at CIF-SS Finals

In yet another battle with their rival Great Oak, the Dana Hills boys cross country team placed second at the CIF-SS Division 1 Finals race in Riverside on Nov. 19.

The Dolphins, who bested Great Oak in last year’s installment of the race, were led by junior Jack Landgraf. Landgraf was Dana Point Times November 25-December 1, 2016

Orange County’s fastest runner at the meet, finishing in a time of 14:50. Landgraf placed fourth overall in Division 1.

Dana Hills got plenty of points from seniors Brandon Hough and Thomas Wilfert, who placed 14th and 15th, respectively.

Sophomore Eddie Wagenseller (15:20.2), Simon Fuller (15:21.4), John Turner (15:45.7) and Hayden Stein (15:45.8) closed out the scoring for the Dolphins.

The Dana Hills girls cross country team also battled with its Great Oak counterpart in the Division 1 finals.

The Dolphins were able to pack together four runners inside the top-40 of their race, but it was not enough to defeat Great Oak, who came away with a 30-125 victory. Great Oak dominated the Division 1 race, piling in five runners inside the top10 and scoring all seven of their runners inside the top-16.

The Dolphins were led by sophomores Leila Keyvan (17:47.4) and Sarah Meng (17:48.3), who placed 23rd and 24th respectively. Senior Kathryn Kaloroumakis (17:58.5) placed 30th, sophomore Lauren Soto (18:05.6) placed 35th, and senior Alyssa White (18:11.3) placed 39th.

Sophomore Leyla Boyar (18:38.4) rounded out the Dolphins top-6.

Both the Dana Hills boys and girls cross country teams will advance to the CIF State Championships at Woodward Park in Fresno on Nov. 26.

Soewondo Competes in CIF State SoCal Regional

Dana Hills senior Joan Soewondo competed at the CIF-WSCGA SoCal Regional tournament on Nov. 10, and shot a 77 (+5).

Soewondo did not make the cut to advance to the CIF State Championship.

It was the third straight season in which Soewondo qualified for the penultimate tournament of the high school golf season at Arrowhead Country Club in San Bernardino. Only nine golfers from the SoCal regional advance to the state tournament every year.

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n his weekly fishing report, Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching captain Brian Wooley said the change in seasons has been very noticeable out on the waters. As the temperature of the water drops, captains and anglers alike are in an adjustment period but are still pulling in plenty of bass, rockfish and other native fish.

The Dana Wharf Halibut Derby kicked off earlier this month, and there is already an impressive fish on the leaderboard.

David Mendez of Victorville is currently in first place after reeling in a 32-pound halibut last week while aboard the Sum Fun. Here is the latest fish count out of Dana Wharf.

11/20 • 4 boats; 84 anglers: 36 rockfish, 35 vermillion rockfish, 35 sanddabs, 13 sand bass, 9 bonito, 5 halibut, 4 sheephead, 4 boccacio, 2 calico bass.

11/19 • 4 boats; 130 anglers: 23 calico bass, 19 sand bass, 19 sheephead, 2 rockfish, 1 rock sole.

11/18 • 3 boats; 54 anglers: 32 rockfish, 30 calico bass, 15 vermillion rockfish, 13 sheephead, 7 bonito, 5 sand bass, 4 halibut, 2 yellowtail, 2 boccacio, 2 blue perch, 2 sanddabs, 1 barracuda.

David Mendez shows off his 32-pound halibut he caught while aboard the Sum Fun. Photo: Courtesy

11/17 • 3 boats; 54 anglers: 25 rockfish, 15 vermillion rockfish, 8 sand bass, 7 sheephead, 6 calico bass, 1 boccacio.

11/16 • 1 boat; 16 anglers: 8 calico bass, 4 blue perch, 1 sand bass.

11/15 • 21 calico bass, 12 rockfish, 10 vermillion rockfish, 10 sheephead, 7 sand bass, 5 yellowtail, 1 blue perch.

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Staying Stoked As surfers, we have much to be thankful for

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

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couple of years ago, standing at the top of the stairs at Riviera checking the surf, debating to myself whether or not to paddle out or go be a productive member of society, Tom Gudauskas walked up.

“Any good out there?” he asked.

“I don’t know, there’s a couple, I guess,” I not-so-enthusiastically replied.

We watched a few small but fun sets roll through. It was one of those San Clemente mornings where the ocean sparkles, the palms hang limp in a blue, windless sky and the scent low tide hovers in the sea air. If only the waves were just a little bigger.

“What else you been up to?” I asked as we waited for the next pulse to hit the sandbar.

Tom, the father of locals and world-class pros Dane, Pat and Tanner Gudauskas, launched into a story about his latest surf trip. With wife Nancy, they’d rented an R.V. and driven (and surfed) most of coastal America. They’d gone from Texas, to the Florida Panhandle, and up the Eastern Seaboard before eventually heading back west and returning home to San Clemente. Tom found inspiration on the road, and when he returned home, he helped “the boys” launch what would become the Positive Vibe Warrior Foundation.

“I spent a lot of time thinking and reflecting on the power of positive thinking and what a huge impact it can have in our world,” said Tom. Today, more than ever, Tom’s words speak to me. These are complicated, disconcerting times in which we live. We could all use a little positivity, and that probably starts by recognizing and being thankful for how good we really have it. For surfers in San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Capo Beach and Dana Point, there’s much to be appreciative of.

For starters, it’s a privilege to live and ride

Viewing the San Clemente and Dana Point surf from on high inspires gratitude for the area’s natural offerings. Photo: File

waves in one of the world’s great surf zones.

There’s almost always a bump to paddle into somewhere if you’re motivated and have the right board. The water temperature rarely dips below 60 degrees. It’s a rare day when the wind blows over 10 knots. Our surf spots light up on a good northwest swell just as much as they do on a good southwest swell. And even though there may be the odd shark sighting down at San Onofre, from time to time, we don’t have to deal with critters like blue bottle jellyfish, sea lice, sea snakes, salt water crocs, stonefish, or anything else that may maim or eat you.

We’re inextricably united by the closeness of our community. Locally based philanthropic organizations like the Positive Vibe Warriors, Surfers Healing and the Surfrider Foundation are all groups that have worked tirelessly to make the world a better place. As a result, they have garnered the attention and admiration of the international surfing community and become role models for other groups.

They enjoy the support of local businesses.

From surfboard manufacturers, to clothing designers, to all the other movers and shakers whose job it is to keep us stoked, they’re successful entrepreneurs who understand the value of paying it forward.

And thanks to the Surfing Heritage and Cultural Center in San Clemente, we have one of surfing’s coolest clubhouses.

We also owe huge thanks to those that have put in the exhausting hours to protect and preserve our incredible marine resources. Today, Trestles has been indefinitely protected from the threat of future development, most notably the toll road. Considered one of the prime surfing locations on the West Coast, a tip of the hat goes to the Surfrider Foundation and everyone that fought to make it happen.

Additionally, talks are progressing between the San Onofre Foundation, the California State Park System and the U.S. Military to come to some kind of an arrangement to keep San O’ intact when the lease expires in less than five years. And who would have thought that a bunch of surfers and environmental activists could play a paramount roll in the decommissioning of a nuclear power plant? Well, they did. And while “the boobs” are a long way from disappearing, thanks to local action, they’re no longer spewing radioactive steam… and that’s a good thing.

So the next time you head down the beach and it’s a little bit crowded, or the wind’s not quite right, or the tide’s too full, think positive. Share a wave. Share your wax. High five a stranger. Enjoy a sunset.

Be grateful. Be thankful. We’re lucky to live somewhere like this. DP

SURF FORECAST Water Temperature: 61-65 degrees Water Visibility and Conditions: San Clemente: 5-10’ Fair Catalina: 15-20’ Fair-Good Outlook: Modest blend of WNW and SSW swell through the weekend offering rideable to fun zone surf for better exposures. Morning winds are light. Be sure to check the full premium forecast on Surfline for more details and the longer range outlook.

GROM OF THE WEEK

CANNON CARR

Cannon Carr. Photo: Kurt Steinmetz

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

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alking shop with groms is amazingly enlightening. Their perspectives are fresh and new; their stoke and passion inspiring. This week’s Grom of the Week is just that. Ten-year-old Cannon Carr goes to Concordia Elementary School in San Clemente, and most days you can find him in the water before class starts, getting his stoke on with all of the other rising talent at T Street or Riviera. Enjoy his take on the state of surfing around town: Where do you mostly surf? I surf T Street and Rivi, but usually Lowers.

Who do you surf with? I mostly surf with my friends and my mom and dad, and my brother, Carson.

What gets you stoked? What gets me stoked about surfing is my equipment—my Lost surfboards. And learning new tricks.

What’s your favorite trick? My favorite trick on my surfboard is an air reverse because most of the ones I try I don’t land, but you land some and sometimes you don’t, but when I do I am stoked.

And what about your favorite surfers? My favorite surfers are Kolohe Andino, Griffin Colapinto and Ian Crane because they are fluid with most of their turns and airs. They also do well in most of their contests.

Where do you see surfing taking you in the next ten years? I hope to see myself on the WSL advancing through heats in the next ten years. DP