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A Special Summer!

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his is a special summer–the summer of the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games! Our cover of beach volleyball's three-time Olympic gold medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings reflects that. Having won three Olympic gold medals with partner Misty May-Trainor, she is competing in her fourth Olympics with 2012 Olympic silver medalist April Ross, in hopes of winning a fourth gold medal and setting a record as the most decorated beach athlete (male or female) in the sport. This lady isn't even thinking about a silver or bronze! You will enjoy our story about the recent Association of Volleyball Professionals Tournament, hosted in Huntington Beach, where Jennings/Ross won and moved on to qualify for the Rio Games.

Also of note this month is the centennial celebration of America's National Park Service, signed into being on August 25, 1916. What's not to love about this country's amazing natural and historic parks, and our story showcases 10 of them. Additionally, you'll want to know that the NPS is waiving admissions for 16 days to 127 parks, including Yellowstone and Joshua Tree, so, schedule your travel plans!

You will love reading about Orange County millionaire businesswoman Tina Aldatz, who, through tremendous odds growing up, found success in creating Foot Petals designer foot pads that put her on Forbes Magazine's "Entrepreneur to Watch" list and allowed her to sell her company after 10 years for $14 million. Now, she's on to another venture called Savvy Travelers, a lifestyle, health and wellness business, all the while sharing her success story at shelters, universities and women's business groups to inspire others to do the same. Her book, From Stilettos to the Stock Exchange, is an inspiration!

Summer always brings us to the beach. Our ladies fashion feature on swimsuits, beach hats, sunglasses and to-die-for jewelry will get you in the mood. And, our article featuring recipes for a healthy, gluten-free picnic will make your mouth water. Don't miss our Parting Thoughts column where writer Deirdre Michalski shares her spot-on summer barbecuing tips and also tells us about restaurants in the area who are serving some toprate BBQ this summer. Finally, our Hot Spot restaurant review for Fly N Fish Oyster Bar & Grill on the Newport Beach boardwalk will have you yearning for shellfish and other ocean fare.

Whatever your choices this summer, whether picnicking, barbecuing or beach going, enjoy! We are in the perfect place to do so!

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AVP's Huntington Beach Tournament

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Ten of our nation's diverse and unique national parks

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Gala Inspires Alzheimer's Community

Alzheimer's Orange County's 18th Annual "Creating Hope" gala at AV Irvine honored supporters and recognized community partners. The Broadway memories-themed benefit drew 350 guests and helped generate thousands for the nonprofit, which were directed towards care and support programs for the 84,000 Orange County residents afflicted by the disease.

The Sanchez family, Community Partner honoree, with Michael Sanchez, Martha Sanchez Cannaday, Loretta Sanchez, Linda Sanchez and Ignacio Sanchez, with Maria Macias (front)

Gala Co-Chairs Dave MacInnis with his wife Eydie, right, Kevin Tiber of Farmers & Merchants Trust Company, gala Corporate Partner, AOC's President/CEO Jim McAleer

Entertainers Laura New, Andrew Pirozzi, Alexandra Hulme, Tony Lorrich, Brittany O'Connor and SaraAnne Fahey/Choreographer Chris DowneyAsher of Asher Entertainment

Gala Co-Chairs Marc and Jacqueline Dupont Carlson

Philanthropy Partner honoree Diane Mondini and Volunteer Partner honoree Pat Soldano, Danny Connie Casey Ongais and Mary Miller

Balboa Island Artwalk a Delight!

With a picture perfect day, live music and more than 100 participating artists offering everything from paintings and jewelry to pottery and blown glass, the 22nd Annual Balboa Island Artwalk did not disappoint. Artist David E. Allen was awarded the Newport Beach Lifestyle Artist Award for his work.

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American Impressionist and Balboa Island Artwalk Co-Founder and Director Deborah Huse, Newport Beach Lifestyle Publisher Randy Harding, artist David E. Allen with his painting "Beach-Shadows"

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Human Options Honors Founding CEO

It was Vivan Clecak's night. The recently-retired Human Options Founding CEO received the Dove Award for her unwavering 35-year mission to make the nonprofit a standout for its domestic violence programs. The "Serious Fun" black-tie affair netted $425,000 for the cause and brought smiles all-round for Clecak. PHOTOGRAPHY ANN CHATILLON

Honorary Chairs Jean Weiss, Steve Churm and Julie Hill Board President Nancy Dahan

Human Options' new CEO Maricela Rios-Faust Event Chair Caroline Marchant with Founding CEO and honoree Vivian Clecak

Longtime supporter Keith Swayne, Danny and Kerri Sonenshine right, with Cleo Dougherty (board and committee member)

Junior League of Orange County California Hosts Film Fest

JLOCC hosted its inaugural LUNAFEST®, a festival featuring six short films made for and about women, at the Port Theater in Corona del Mar. Following the screenings, guests enjoyed a Hollywood-themed red carpet party, with proceeds supporting the nonprofit's initiatives and the Breast Cancer Fund.

JLOCC President Carla Dillon, right, with husband April Sigman-Marx, JLOCCC's Special Events Manager, posing with feather Peter Dillon

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Michael Rosen of The Irvine Company and Kira Erquiag, principal with Community Constructive Relations, with Charlie Chaplin (actor Jeffery Briar) Jade Terry, Kim Reynolds

Vital Link Helps Students Make Career Choices

Vital Link organized the UCI Energy Invitational and the Race 4 Your Future car show in May on the UCI campus. Under the supervision of a professor or teacher, students from area high schools and universities are challenged to design, build, test and make a reliable vehicle. PHOTOGRAPHY ANA LAUNES

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Tennis Icon Celebrates 50 Years!

Newport Beach Tennis Club recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. The prestigious club has hosted major tennis tournaments, including the Davis Cup, with tennis legends the likes of Roy Emerson, Rod Laver, Arthur Ashe, Jimmy Connors, and Pete Sampras, participating. The club proudly promotes a sense of family with its membership.

Jeff Taylor, Linda Jensen, Carrie Perkins, Casey Matthew and Elizabeth Harper, Gina and Steve Newport Beach Lifestyle Publisher and CoHuff, Mindi and Brian Coulter Rosansky (Steve is President/CEO of Newport Publisher Randy Harding and Ana Launes, Ana Beach Chamber of Commerce) Cereijo and John Cancilla

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AROUND TOWN

Balboa Island Museum docent Gary Pugh greeting attendees at the “Jaws House.”

BALBOA ISLAND MUSEUM’S HISTORIC HOME TOUR Hundreds of history lovers attended the Balboa Island Museum & Historical Society’s 2016 Historic Home Tour. The one-of-a-kind experience to view seven historic Balboa Island homes and a 1924 vintage yacht was a huge draw. The iconic former residence of actor Buddy Ebsen and the “Jaws House,” designed by architect John Lautner with its balcony shaped like a shark’s open mouth, delighted attendees.

Refreshments were served throughout the day at the Balboa Island Museum, as everyone enjoyed walking the charming island neighborhood. BalboaIslandMuseum.org

DANCE SPECTACULAR LAUNCHES 30TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON Segerstrom Center for the Arts is launching its 30th Anniversary season on August 27 with “Tour de Force III,” a star-studded evening of dance. The celebration will represent the center’s breadth of programming during its 30 years of presenting the greatest ballet companies and the world’s most celebrated dancers. There are four Center premieres scheduled with an international cast that includes Diana Vishneva, Joaquin de Luz, Marcelo Gomes, Denis Matvienko, 14

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Marcelino Sambé, Friedemann Vogel and Edward Watson, as well as members of the Royal Ballet, Mariinsky Ballet and the National Ballet of Canada. SCFTA.org

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“LORD OF THE STRINGS” CONCERT SERIES SOCO Center Costa Mesa is hosting the “Lord of the Strings” concert series at LCA Wine, beginning on August 21. Laurence Juber, two-time Grammy winner and former lead guitarist for Paul McCartney’s Wings Band, will entertain, as guests enjoy

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BOOK CAPTURES ORANGE COUNTY’S REPUTATION AS ECONOMIC POWERHOUSE Author Chuck D. Martin’s new book, Orange County, Inc.: The Evolution of an Economic Powerhouse, was featured at a reception at UCI’s Beckman Center spon-

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FESTIVAL BALLET THEATRE’S “GALA OF STARS” World-renowned ballet artists will share the stage at the Irvine Barclay Theatre for a spectacular night of dance on August 12 at Festival Ballet Theatre’s Ninth Annual “Gala of Stars.” Ballet icons will perform classical repertory, as well as contemporary highlights. The dance companies represented include American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Stuttgart Ballet, Staatsballett Berlin and the Mariinsky Theatre. VIP ticket holders have the opportunity to meet and dine with the guest artists at a post-show reception at the Barclay.

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Local Limelight

From June 24th to August 28th, 200 Laguna Beach artists and homegrown eateries will be featured amidst a charming eucalyptus grove.

Painters, sculptors, photographers, glassblowers, woodworkers, furniture makers, and fashion designers are just a few of the different artisans who will display their works before an anticipated 200,000 visitors this summer. From live entertainment to art demonstrations, wine tastings to dance lessons, there is sure to be something for everyone to enjoy.

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he 50th summer of the Sawdust Art Festival is here. Since 1966, the festival has expanded greatly from a humble dirt lot to a sprawling, three-acre eucalyptus grove in Laguna Canyon. Over time, Sawdust came to organically incorporate many forms of art, education programs and charity efforts. This has allowed the festival to grow, not just its size, but also the unique opportunities it creates for the Laguna community.

The origins of the Sawdust Festival date back to the mid-1960s, in the midst of counter-culture and a community’s increasing interest in arts and crafts. After a few years of modest success, the Sawdust board made the pivotal decision in 1972 to purchase a three-acre property from artisan couple Walter and Dorothy Funk. In effect, the Sawdust board decided to charge admission for the first time. Eventually, by charging a small admission, Sawdust would be able to generate funds for high school art scholarships, public education and other charitable causes.

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of Laguna Beach, it has successfully granted more than $100,000 to artists in need. Another group stemmed from the Sawdust Festival–the Sawdust Art Enrichment Fund. Stepping in to educate public schools who lose funds for the arts, providing art therapy programs for homeless individuals and sponsoring local artists to give hands-on art lessons to the public are among its philanthropic accomplishments.

Starting June 24th through August 28th, the Sawdust Art Festival will have its doors open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Two hundred Laguna Beach artists and home-grown eateries will be featured amidst a charming eucalyptus grove. Painters, sculptors, photographers, glassblowers, woodworkers, furniture makers, and fashion designers are just a few of the different artisans who will display their works before an anticipated 200,000 visitors this summer. From live entertainment to art demonstrations, wine tastiness to dance lessons, there is sure to be something for everyone to enjoy.

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KING OF THE SEA ARTICLE JENN TANAKA

Oysters

Cioppino

New England Clam Chowder

Finding a seafood restaurant near the beach isn’t difficult.

But, discovering one that serves fresh upscale cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere is a tad trickier.

That is until you uncover Fly N Fish Oyster Bar and Grill. The restaurant’s

imbibe a variety of cocktails prepared with fresh squeezed juices.

inviting location on the Newport Beach boardwalk feels quaint, as if it’s been

The open kitchen turns out dishes, such as cedar-planked salmon,

a part of the local landscape for decades. The food is fresh and inspired,

spicy Ahi tuna poke and crispy fried fish. While hot savory foods reign

exuding the confidence and style of a chef who spent years honing his craft.

supreme, the fresh oysters should not be missed.

This is evident from dishes, such as the cioppino. The San

Chef Hawkins sources his oysters from cool waters. The offerings

Franciscan-style stew is a standard at most seafood restaurants. The

change frequently, but on a recent evening, dainty-sized Kumamotos

premise is simple–a rich tomato broth laden with seafood and bits of

from Washington and gargantuan briny Naked Cowgirl oysters from

fish. Yet, many places, even fine eateries, fall short of finding the perfect

back east are shucked to order. Served alongside are ramekins filled

balance of ingredients to make a truly great cioppino.

with a vinegary raspberry mignonette with diced shallots, a zesty cock-

At Fly N Fish, Chef Julio Hawkins spent numerous hours perfecting his recipe. The velvety tomato broth sips smooth, thanks to a combi-

tail sauce and freshly grated horseradish. Tables situated around us on a bustling weekday evening don platters of succulent oysters.

nation of fennel, celery and carrots simmered for hours before the con-

Bowls of creamy New England-style clam chowder are large enough

coction is chilled in an ice bath. The mixture is pureed for thirty minutes

to share. Similar to the cioppino, Hawkins toiled to perfect his chowder

until it reaches a silky smooth texture. Hawkins’ technique ensures the

recipe. He tested dozens of different clam juices and scoured the country

stew has no unwanted bitterness. Each sip exudes a briny essence of

for his favorite bacon. Each ingredient in this creamy soup carries its own

clam juice that washes over your tongue, followed by a waft of divinely

special essence as an amalgam of rich flavors.

balanced tomato broth. The seafood–a smattering of clams, mussels,

While Fly N Fish’s laid-back atmosphere is distinctly Newport, the

calamari, shrimp, and bite-sized bits of salmon and whitefish–swim in

menu harks to a more traditional seafood house. Since Chef Hawkins

a luscious red sea finished with a hint of reduced red wine. Succulent

spent his formative years in the Northwest, several of his dishes reflect

crab legs, conveniently split in half for the diner to remove the tender

this coastal flair. As a child, he fished the brimming waters off of Seattle,

meat, complete the dish and double as a garnish.

picked locally grown vegetables and hunted for wild game. These for-

The atmosphere at this beachside eatery is quaint and inviting.

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mative years outside of the kitchen shaped the chef Hawkins is today.

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Farm fresh produce and sustainable seafood are delivered to the restaurant each day. Every component of the food is put into consideration. Rather than cooking with the standards, Hawkins seeks the best. The bacon alone is worth a notable mention.

Nueske’s artisanal bacon comes from a family-owned company based in Wisconsin and is smoked for twenty-four hours over fragrant Applewood embers. The chef uses this bacon in his creamy chowder and also wraps the crispy strips around succulent seared scallops. The dipping sauce that garnishes the scallop plate is a blend of achiote spices and charred tortilla stock. The flavor exudes a smoky finish with a hint of garlic and pepper.

During the summer, tourists flock to the Newport shore and occupy most of the restaurant’s tables from happy hour until late in the evening. The only downfall is that Fly N Fish does not take reservations. So, you might have to wait a while for a table in the warmer months, but it’s worth it. During the winter, the restaurant is packed with locals. It’s the best time of year for those of us lucky to call this area home. Fortunately, the food remains swimmingly good all year round.

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Culinary Creations

A HEALTHY, GLUTEN-FREE PICNIC ARTICLE SUZETTE ZARA PHOTOGRAPHY JOY REYNOLDS With long summer days and warm summer nights, everyone is in the mood for a picnic! These easy, healthy recipes are perfect at the beach or in the backyard. The key to a successful picnic is fun food which travels well and can be made ahead. For easy healthy sides, pack fresh sliced fruit in pre-refrigerated mason jars, which keep cool and clean up easily. For an easy entrée, these bourbon-spiked ribs are packed with flavor and nutrients, and they stay hot and fresh wrapped in foil in your picnic basket. A traditional picnic favorite–cornbread–is jazzed up here with jalapeños and cheese; plus, it’s gluten-free for a healthy touch!

While ribs might not seem like a healthy meal choice, they do provide essential vitamins, minerals and protein.

A single serving of ribs gives you nearly half of your entire daily zinc requirement, along with 75 % of your daily recommended selenium intake, 25 % of daily vitamin B-5 and 23 grams of complete protein. The blueberries in this delicious barbeque sauce help create a sweet tangy glaze, while adding a healthy dose of antioxidants to pump up the flavor and keeping calories low! Enjoy!

BOURBON BLUEBERRY RIBS

Bourbon Blueberry Ribs

2 tablespoons canola oil 1 small red onion, diced 2 jalapeño peppers, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen ½ cup ketchup ½ cup cider vinegar 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon molasses or maple syrup ¼ teaspoon ground allspice INSTRUCTIONS:

Place oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. When hot, add onion; cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 3-4 minutes. Add jalapeño and garlic; cook, stirring

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minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients; return to boil. Reduce heat; simmer, stirring occasionally, until thick, about 15-20 minutes. Note: Sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated up to two weeks or frozen up to two months.

Yield: 2 cups. Per serving (1T): Calories: 28; Fat 0g; Carbs 4g; Protein 0g. Cost Per Serving: $.23.

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EASY CHEESY JALAPEÑO CORNBREAD Easy Cheesy Jalapeño Cornbread (GLUTEN-FREE)

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⅔ cup yellow corn meal 1½ cup garbanzo bean flour 1 teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon baking powder 1 cup reduced-fat (2%) milk 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 2 large eggs ½ cup Greek yogurt 4 tablespoons honey, divided 4 jalapeños (more or less to taste), 2 sliced, 2 diced 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese 6 tablespoons butter, divided INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat oven to 425°F. Stir together corn meal, flour, salt and baking powder in a large bowl.

Pour milk and vinegar into a separate large bowl.

Let milk mixture sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, add eggs, yogurt and 2 tablespoons honey to milk mixture; stir well. Pour milk mixture into corn meal mixture; stir with fork until well-combined.

Gently fold in diced jalapeños and cheddar.

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melted butter into batter; stir slightly, just until combined. Melt remaining butter over medium heat, in an oven-safe 12-inch skillet. Pour batter into hot skillet and spread evenly, using back of spoon or spatula. Cook over medium heat for 1 minute, without stirring. Top batter with remaining sliced jalapeños. Bake for 17-22 minutes, or until top is light golden brown. Cool in pan for 5 minutes; cut into slices and top with honey.

To package for picnic transportation, wrap individual slices in foil. Serve with additional honey, butter or preserves, as desired.

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2016 Association of Volleyball Professionals Tournament women's final in Huntington Beach

Association of Volleyball Professionals Tournament in Huntington Beach U.S. Beach Volleyball goes for the gold ARTICLE ANA LAUNES | PHOTOGRAPHY ROUND ROBIN SPORTS

T

he Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) is the premier American profes-

sional beach volleyball tour and exclusive U.S. beach volleyball home of the nation’s top male and female athletes, including Olympic gold, silver and bronze medalists. The tour is entering its 33rd season. Under the ownership of Donald Sun since 2012, the AVP is scheduled to hold eight tournaments across the U.S. This year, the 2016 AVP Roadmap launched on Friday, January 29, in New Orleans, continuing on to Huntington Beach, Cincinnati

(Federation

of

International

Volleyball or FIVB), Seattle, New York, San Francisco, Manhattan Beach, and, finally, finishing this coming September 4 in Chicago.

Locally, since 2000, Huntington Beach has been pleased to host the AVP tour. This year, the event took place May 5 to May 8 on the north side of the city’s pier. The female team winners for the Huntington Beach tournament 26

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Cassey Patterson and Jake Gibb

Kerri Walsh Jennings with husband Casey Jennings and their family

The 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games will run from August 5 to August 21, with the Beach Volleyball Tournament taking place at Copacabana Beach, beginning August 6.

Kerri Walsh Jennings (2004, 2008, 2012) and April Ross (2012)

April Ross and Kerri Walsh Jennings

were formed by 2012 Olympic silver medalist April Ross

The top three nations with the most gold medals are: U.S (6), Brazil (2) and

Brooke Sweat and Lauren Fendrick

Australia and Germany (1). For the sil-

Phil Dalhausser (2008, 2012) and

ver medals, the countries are: Brazil (6),

Nick Lucena

USA (2) and China and Spain (1).

Jake Gibb (2008, 2012) and Casey Patterson

and Kerri Walsh Jennings, a three-time Olympic gold

Of the eight players listed for the

medalist. The team acquired 750 points and a $15,000

U.S. team, four have Olympic experi-

prize. The male team winners were Jake Gibb and Casey

ence and three gold medals. Only one

Patterson. They received 750 points and $15,000 as well.

team is not comprised of at least one

Following the Huntington Beach tournament, the

Olympian. Lauren Fendrick and Brooke

tour joined the Federation of International Volleyball

Sweat will make their Olympic debut

(FIVB) tours to bring the only 2016 Olympic qualifier to

together in Rio.

Cassey Patterson and Jake Gibb

the United States in a five-day event in Cincinnati, May

Kerri Walsh Jennings and April

15-22. In order to qualify for an Olympic berth, interna-

Ross were the first team to mathe-

tionally ranked teams must compete in and earn points

matically qualify for the Rio Games at

Brazil is the nation with the larg-

at 12 FIVB tournaments and be ranked among the top

the Cincinnati Open. Jake Gibb/Casey

est number of medals (11), followed

15 in the world. Each country can send a maximum of

Patterson and Phil Dalhausser/Nick

by

four teams, two per gender, to the games. The Cincinnati

Lucena mathematically clinched their

Germany & China (2), and in fourth

Open came at a critical time for Olympic contenders

spots at the Moscow Grand Slam.

place, Spain, Canada, Latvia and

earning their spot in Rio 2016 and building momentum towards the games.

Olympic newcomers Brooke Sweat

United

States

(9),

Australia,

Switzerland with (1).

and Lauren Fendrick secured the

The 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic

On June 12th, USA Volleyball stated, "Four athletes will

fourth and final U.S. spot at Hamburg’s

Games will run from August 5 to August

make their first Olympic appearance alongside four vet-

Major Series, knocking London silver

21, with the Beach Volleyball Tournament

erans when the U.S. Olympic Beach Volleyball Team goes

medalist Jen Kessy and partner Emily

taking place at Copacabana Beach,

to the 2016 Olympic Games." The qualified teams are:

Day out of Olympic consideration.

beginning August 6.

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2016 ASSOCIATION OF VOLLEYBALL PROFESSIONALS TOURNAMENT (CON TI N UED)

Interesting Facts about Olympic Beach Volleyball

Taylor Crabb

Emily Day

• The United States has won gold at every

• For the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, Kerri

Olympic beach showing, either in men's or

Walsh Jennings is going for her fourth gold

women's, since the sport’s inception in 1996.

medal, which would make her just the third

• USA has the most gold medals of any

American ever to win four gold in one event for

country–totaling six, while Brazil leads the

a team sport (Teresa Edwards basketball 1984-

medal count with 11.

2000; Lisa Leslie basketball 1996-2008).

• In total, there are 96 athletes competing in

• If Walsh Jennings medals, she will be the

the beach discipline during the Olympics (48

most decorated beach athlete (male or female)

men, 48 women; 24 teams in each gender medal

in the sport; she currently is tied with Misty

event–max two teams per country, per gender).

May-Treanor for three medals (all gold) and

• The top three USA volleyball beach teams

Emanuel Rego and Ricardo Santos of Brazil,

in each gender vying for a 2016 Olympic berth

who each have gold, silver and bronze. No one

are all new partnerships: Gibb/Patterson joined

had two gold medals before Jennings and May-

2013; Bourne/Hyden 2013; Dalhausser/Lucena

Treanor earned their second in Beijing (2008)

2015; Fendrick/Sweat 2014; Kessy/Day 2015;

and no woman had three medals of any color

Ross/Walsh Jennings 2013.

before London (2012).

• USA has placed two teams on the Olympic

• The first-ever FIVB World Tour event was

podium on three occasions. First, in 1996 (gold/sil-

played Feb. 17-22, 1987, in Rio de Janeiro and

ver, men), 2004 (gold/bronze, women), 2012 (gold/

was won by Americans Randy Stoklos/Sinjin

silver, women). Only Brazil and China have also

Smith. The Games in Rio will be 29 years

accomplished this feat (Brazil: 2008 men's silver/

since then, and, in that time, the U.S. has won

bronze, 2000 women's silver/bronze, 1996 women's

18 FIVB World Tour medals in the city (14

gold/silver; China: 2008 women's silver/bronze).

men, 4 women).

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Centennial

For America’s National Park Service

Celebrating 10 of our country's diverse national parks ARTICLE DAVID DURAN

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he National Park Service turns 100 on August 25th, 2016, and many of the parks are planning to celebrate the centennial of Woodrow Wilson putting pen to

paper to "conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and the wild life therein and … leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations."

One major event already on the books is a party at Yellowstone National

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Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park

In October, 2015, the park celebrated its

Park–the world's first national park. The party on Aug. 25 will celebrate the

125th anniversary, a big celebration that

National Park Service and the Gardiner Gateway Project, which is improving

served as a mini-preview of the celebra-

and transforming the area around the landmark Roosevelt Arch at the park's

tions currently taking place. The National

north entrance in Gardiner, Montana. Additionally, the National Park Service

Park Service launched a commemorative

waived admissions for 16 days to 127 parks, including Yellowstone and Joshua

exhibit that ran through the end of the

Tree, in order to help reignite interest in the parks throughout the country.

year. “The Lure and Lore of Yosemite” was

With so many national parks to choose from across the country, all so diverse

located at the Yosemite Sierra Visitors

and unique and offering so much for visitors, it can be tough to decide which to

Bureau in Oakhurst, California, and was

visit. From the lesser visited parks like Lassen Volcanic National Park in California

designed so that guests could indulge in

and Great Sand Dunes National Park in Colorado, to the most popular parks we

the inspired writings of the park’s early

learned about in school, the National Park Service is hoping that its centennial

advocates, such as John Muir, in addition

celebration will bring more and more visitors, not only to their most popular parks,

to viewing maps, artwork and historical

but to all its parks.

documents from the late 19th century.

Newport Beach Lifestyle | August 2016

Rocky Mountain National Park Rocky Mountain National Park

With 72 peaks standing taller than 12,000 feet, including some higher

than 13,000 feet, and Long Peaks, which stands at 14,259 feet, it’s no wonder why the mountain majesty that is Rocky Mountain National Park in the north-central region of Colorado is one of the more popular national parks.

The park has more than 300 miles of hiking trails, which go throughout the park’s landscape. The park turned 100 years old last year and opted to celebrate for an entire year.

Grand Canyon National Park Grand Canyon National Park

Most visitors to the Grand Canyon in Arizona

Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park in Montana’s Rocky

Denali National Park & Preserve Denali National Park & Preserve

This park is the State of Alaska’s most

have only admired all the glory the park has to

Mountains is one of those parks that offers

popular tourist attraction. It offers visitors

offer from the top of the rim, but few have ven-

so much and should be on everyone’s

more than six million acres of pure wild land

tured to the bottom of the canyon, mostly due

bucket list. In 1850, the park was home

in the United States, including the tallest

to the extreme effort to hike or paddle to the

to 150 glaciers, and now the number of

mountain

bottom of the canyon, which spans 277 inspir-

remaining glaciers has dropped to an

Mount McKinley. Last year, the park’s Denali

ing miles, with drops 5,200 feet deep from the

astonishing 25, realistically putting a time

Education Center unveiled a one-of-a kind

rim. With the Colorado River running through

limit on being able to see them. By 2030,

program titled, “Life in Denali,” which was

the canyon, whitewater rafting here has been

glacier regression models predict that there

designed and created to address some of the

described as the best in the world. The Navajo

will be zero glaciers at the park. In 2015, the

most common questions that inevitably arise

Nation is currently debating on a possible plan

park had its 100 millionth visitor!

about life in the very far north and showcases

to build a two million square foot construction

on

the

continent–20,320-foot

why people settle and stay in remote Alaska.

project, including a tram to the base of the canyon, which would help bring more visitors to one of the most gorgeous places on earth–one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.

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A CENTENNIAL FOR AMERICA’S NATIONAL PARK SERVICE (CON TI N UED)

Chaco National Historical Park Chaco Culture Culture National Historical Park

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, located in New Mexico, the park encompasses the sacred

ancestral homeland of the Hopi and Pueblo people. With more than 4,000 prehistoric archeological sites, the park contains the most extensive site of historic pueblos in the America Southwest. In 2013, the park was recognized as an International Dark Sky Park, joining the ranks of only three other U.S. national parks, making it one of the most coveted places for stargazing. Located in the remote San Juan Basin in the northwestern part of the state, the park is only accessible by dirt road.

Acadia National Acadia National ParkPark

The 47,000 acres that make up Acadia National Park is home to many titles. It’s the

only national park in the State of Maine, the oldest national park east of the Mississippi, the home to the tallest peak on the Atlantic Coast–Cadillac Mountain, and it was the first national park in America to have an endowed trail system. In 2015, the Acadia Trails Forever celebrated its 15th anniversary. The project was established by Friends of Acadia and Acadia National Park to restore the 130-mile hiking trail, and, since then, has continued to repair miles of lost trails in the park.

Mammoth Cave Park Park Mammoth CaveNational National

This park in central Kentucky is home to the longest cave system on Earth, currently hous-

ing 400 miles of subterranean passageways that have been explored by few. A portion of the caverns and tunnels are open to the general public via ranger-guided tours that span anywhere from one to four hours. The park is also home to bats, which, unfortunately, have steadily decreased in numbers over the past century and a half. The park is currently undergoing efforts to protect bats and raise awareness about their slow disappearance from the park.

Olympic National Olympic National Park Park

With nearly one million acres of raw wilderness that ranges from the Pacific Coastline to the peaks of

the Olympic Mountains in Washington, beyond being a national park, the park is also an International Biosphere Reserve and a World Heritage Site. Ninety-five percent of the land is designated wilderness, which means no roads run through it. In 2015, the park opened The Glines Canyon Spillway Overlook, so that guests can now view down into the 200-foot deep canyon to view the Elwha River flowing,

Grand Teton Park Park Grand TetonNational National

Located in Wyoming, Grand Teton National Park is at the top of everyone’s favorite list. It’s

the home of the major peaks that make up the Teton Range, including its namesake, Grand Teton, at 13,775 feet tall. The park is infamous for being a playground for grizzly and black bears, elk, moose, bison, big horned sheep, river otters, beavers, marmots, bald eagles, and many other animals. Seeing wildlife is so common that photo safaris are among the most popular of the park’s tour offerings.

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H

ow can a high school dropout become a millionaire entrepreneur?

The story of Tina Aldatz’s rise to fame and fortune is quite remarkable.

UNDETERRED! Millionaire businesswoman Tina Aldatz overcame tremendous odds on her road to success.

ARTICLE DONNA BUNCE

Tina Aldatz’s father was a gang member addicted to heroin, and her mother was a hair stylist who loved to party, drink and smoke pot.

“My parents fought all the time,” Tina says. “It eventually turned violent, and my dad almost murdered my mother. After that, my sister Angela and my brother Rocky and I were put in the Good Shepard Shelter for battered women in Los Angeles with our mother.

Within a short time, Tina’s mother, Phylis, moved everyone to Buena Park to live with her brother George “Butch” Tuthill and his wife Patty, where they survived on government assistance. Soon, however, they were back to moving from apartment to apartment because her mother couldn’t pay the rent. It was during this time that the children found their mother trading food stamps for beer and cigarettes, and they had nothing to eat.

“I was nine years old, and mother simply didn’t want to be a mother anymore, so we were on our own,” Tina says. “We would go to a store where one of us would spill a drink while the others stole candy. We sold the candy at school to buy food. Angela cooked for us­–her specialty was huge pots of beans–I cleaned and Rocky handled the money.”

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Tina Adaltz, entrepreneur extraordinaire

Tina with her mother Phylis Tuthill

By the time Tina was 11, her mother was abusing her, and she went to live with her father in Arizona. She led an unsettled life, with her father taking her on a three-state fraudulent check-cashing spree. By this time, Tina’s father had a new girlfriend and a baby girl. Tina and the new girlfriend didn’t get along. When Tina’s grandfather, Jesus Aldatz, who she was close to, died in Los Angeles, she went to the funeral and never returned.

Her father couldn’t attend the funeral because he was wanted by the FBI. Now 13, Tina moved back with her cocaine-addicted mother, and when she became abusive again, Tina moved in with a family friend and attended Fullerton High School. By age 16, she obtained her high school equivalency, rented her room for $150 a month and worked bagging groceries at Albertson’s until age 17, when she began working as a receptionist for Parnelli Jones in Dominguez Hills.

Tina, right, with her best friend and business partner Margie Floris

Soon, Tina was heading to a new retail adventure. She attempted to work the makeup counter at Nordstrom South Coast Plaza before she landed an assistant manager position at South Coast Plaza’s Victoria’s Secret, where she spearheaded its new fragrance business.

A few years later, she was manager at Victoria’s Secret in Manhattan, its flagship store, and, a few years after that, she moved to BCBG Max Azria, becoming the top merchandizer in the company.

Her broken family beckoned, however, and three years later, Tina was back in Los Angeles working for BCBG. She had been sending money to her brothers and sisters for years, but now there were other children to consider. Her father had three more children through another girlfriend and this girlfriend, who moved on, had three more children with another man. The father of the second set of children was also abusive and wanted nothing to do with them, so they ended up in a shelter, ironically the same shelter Tina and her siblings were in 20 years earlier.

“I took them out of the shelter and, through child protective services, I took Eric and Richard to live with me, and Angela took Kady because she had a daughter,” Tina says.

Tina with her autobiography, "From Stilettos to the Stock Exchange"

CONTINUED >

Tina, launching Savvy Travelers on the Home Shopping Network

“I am proof that the American Dream is alive and well.”

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UNDETERRED! (CON TI N U ED)

Tina telling her inspiring story across the country

The year was 2001, and Tina’s life experiences were to put her on a course to success beyond her wildest dreams. Because of a childhood third-degree burn injury when she walked on buried hot coals at the beach, she was prone to foot blisters, which were exacerbated by wearing high heels working in Manhattan.

“I was cushioning my feet in

Tina honored as 2016 "Mexican American Opportunity Foundation Woman of the Year," May, 2016

orthopedic inserts. They looked terrible and didn’t alleviate the pain,” Gail Ranch in Laguna Hills, Tina is a

Tina says.

The idea for Foot Petals was born.

member of Hispanic 100’s board of

Tina diligently set out to find a mate-

directors, where she chairs its Mentor

rial that would work for her designer

Program to help young, goal-oriented

shoe pads and discovered Poron.

Latinos between the ages of 18 and

She then asked her best friend and

24 become successful in business

sales guru Margie Floris, who she

and civic responsibility through rela-

had worked with at BCBG Max Azria,

tionships with successful Hispanic

what she thought of the product, and

professionals. She also supports

Floris loved it, eventually becoming

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange

the company’s vice president.

County, Girls, Inc. and an endowment

To fund the business, Tina maxed

she created through Foot Petals for

her credit cards and cashed out

the Two Ten Foundation, which pro-

her 401(k), but she still needed an

vides scholarships to women in the footwear industry.

In 2014, Tina debuted her autobiography, From Stilettos to the Stock Exchange, which details her investor. She found him in the relative of a friend,

life story and uplifting road to success. She

who put up $250,000 for 50% of the company.

shares her six essentials for business suc-

The orders took off, but suddenly can-

cess–the three M’s or best practices: money,

celled after 9/11. That’s when Tina and Margie

marketing and management, and the three

decided to switch gears and instead of sell-

R’s or core values: reputation, resourcefulness

ing to high-end retailers, sell to mom and

and resilience.

pop stores. Over 10 years, sales increased

As of September, 2015, Tina and Margie

an average of 300% a year, and by 2010, the

launched Savvy Travelers for on-the-go con-

company reached more than $10 million in

sumers and travelers. It is a lifestyle, health and

sales. Tina sold Foot Petals in 2011 to R.G

wellness company, whose daily-use products

Barry Corp. for $14 million.

replace the small liquid items that fliers with

Along the way, Tina was featured as an “Entrepreneur to Watch” in Forbes Magazine, Comerica Bank Women in Business Awards’ “Woman

Entrepreneurship,”

Woman of the Year” by the National Latina

Buena Park when she saw one of her class-

Women

Association,

and

Inc.

(Top) Tina, fourth from left, with her family, from left, sister Angela Aldatz, Jaz Bonnin (Angela's daughter), half-sister Kady Aldatz, half-brother Eric Aldatz, brother Rocky Aldatz, Ky Aldatz (Rocky's son), and half-brother Richard Aldatz

Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S.”

(Bottom) Tina's work with Hispanic 100 as chair of its Mentor Program

at shelters, universities and women’s business

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Tina credits her success to a day in the fourth grade at Beatty Elementary School in

Magazine listed Foot Petals in its “Top 500

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bag, making travel simple, smart and safe.

“Business

Business

of

carry-on luggage must keep in a one-quart

mates picked up in a limousine.

“I remember thinking that I wanted to be there someday,” she says.

This whip-smart, hard-working lady has not

Her dream was borne out through drawing

slowed down. She decided that giving back

pictures of herself in business suits and carry-

was in order and has been sharing her story

ing a briefcase–a portent of her life to come.

groups across the country. A resident of Nellie

Little did she know then that that was exactly where she was headed.

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SUMMER CHIC

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Lifestyle Calendar

August RUNS MONDAYS, AUGUST 1 & AUGUST 8

AUGUST 14 SYMPHONY IN THE CITIES CIVIC CENTER/NEWPORT BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY Pacific Symphony, with maestro Carl St. Clair conducting, will be performing at the Newport Beach Civic Center, so grab your lawn chair and blanket and plan to enjoy free music and family fun. Family activities and local music acts begin at 5:30 p.m. before the concert at 7:00 p.m. PacificSymphony.org

MOVIE MONDAYS SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS' ARTS PLAZA

AUGUST 23

Movie fans can look forward to

E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL: FILM & ORCHESTRA

two FREE movies in August as

RENÉE AND HENRY SEGERSTROM CONCERT HALL

part of Segerstrom Center's 10th

Philharmonic Society of Orange County is presenting this E.T. eve-

Annual Movie Mondays line-up.

ning with the popular film being shown on the big screen in Steven

Don't miss Ferris Bueller's Day Off

Spielberg's legendary coming-of-age story, accompanied by the San

on August 1st and a mystery sci-fi

Diego Symphony performing John Williams' Oscar-winning score live

movie on August 8th. Bring beach

to the film screening. Tickets start at $35. PhilharmoicSociety.org

chairs, snacks and picnic dinners.

Photo: ©Universal Studios/Oscar©A.M.P.A.S.

Set-up–5:30 p.m./Movie–8:00 p.m.

SCFTA.org/MovieMondays

RUNS 7-15 THROUGH 8-14

AUGUST 26 - 28 OC NIGHT MARKET OC FAIR & EVENT CENTER

OC FAIR

OC Night Market returns with

OC FAIR & EVENT CENTER

hundreds of delectable dishes,

The OC Fair, known for its yummy food

including donut ice cream sand-

fare, is off and running. You don't want

wiches, crafts, arts, games, mu-

to miss those Bacon Cheddar Brat

sic, and live performances in a

Burgers! (see photo) Also, the rides, ex-

jam-packed festival for the whole

hibits, animals, headline performers at

family. Admission is $5 and park-

the Pacific Ampitheatre, music in The

ing $8. The event serves as a

Hangar, and events in the Action Sports Arena. Open Wednesday

vehicle to showcase local entre-

through Sunday. OCFair.com

preneurs, businesses, artists and

RUNS 7-31 THROUGH 8-13

talent. OCNightMarket.

2016 ORANGE COUNTY BREAKERS

AUGUST 27

BREAKERS STADIUM AT NEWPORT BEACH TENNIS CLUB

COOKING WITH CHEF MEAD SERIES

The Breakers returns to Orange County to mark its 12th year in Mylan

ROGER'S GARDENS, NEWPORT BEACH

World Team Tennis, which has seen tennis greats like Maria Sharapo-

Chef Rich Mead, owner and chef of the soon-to-open Farmhouse

va, Pete Sampras, Lindsay Davenport and the Bryan Brothers com-

restaurant at Roger's Gardens, is hosting a cooking class on refresh-

pete. Six of the 12 matches will be played at Breakers Stadium. Check

ing chilled soups, a great option for lunch or the first course for dinner.

BreakersTennis.com for schedule.

Mead is known for his farm-to-table food, which will be featured at

AUGUST 4

the Farmhouse. RogersGardens.com

CATWALK FOR CHARITY

RODEO RUNS 8-27 AND 8-28

ESSEX SKYLINE, 15 MACARTHUR PLACE, SANTA ANA 92707

RANCHO MISSION VIEJO RODEO

Essex Skyline, a luxury residential apartment community in Santa

ORTEGA HWY. & ANTONIO/LA PATA, SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

Ana, is partnering once again with OC Fashion Showcase to present

The Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo is great entertainment for the en-

the sixth annual "Catwalk for Charity," benefiting the National Multi-

tire family. Now in its 16th year, it is the richest two-day rodeo in the

ple Sclerosis Society. General admission: $25/VIP tickets: $150, with

nation with a $250,000 purse. Look for saddle bronc, bareback riding,

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ummer is here, and now is the time to enjoy some serious backyard entertaining.

In our home, I am the one who likes to play with fire. Whether grilling salmon on cedar planks, sizzling some steaks doused in a dry rub, tossing veggies in a slotted metal pan, or daintily creating grill marks on fresh peaches, it's all great fun. Here are a few things I have gleaned over the years that may improve your summertime success. And, for those who might think “grilling is just not me,�

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ENTERTAINING. I think I have finally solved the dilemma of enjoying our company and trying to grill, a next to impossible task. And, to make matters worse, our grill is far away from the action of conversation and beverage sampling. So, here's what I do... the chicken, fish or meat has been marinating. After appetizers are on the table and everyone has a drink, my hubby sneaks away to turn on the grill. Then, about 10 minutes later, I slip away for a very short stint. I grill the items on both sides, or, if using the cedar planks, set those on the grill for a total of about 10 minutes. Then, I place these items in the oven to be finished off there. I use an instant-read thermometer, and, with a trial run at this, you will master the timing as well.

MARINATING. I decide days ahead whether I will be applying a dry rub or liquid marinade. I like to marinade my chicken one day ahead, and, if doing so, just make sure to not include any citrus or acid in the marinade. My favorite is to use a buttermilk ranch dressing with some olive oil and garlic. It turns out so moist. For steaks, I do those the day of, and, for fish, two hours before go-time.

GRILLING ACCESSORIES. Here are my three favorite items for grilling: For fish, there are thin cedar wraps that I soak in water ahead of time and then wrap the fish in them. It is similar to using the cedar planks, which I 50

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also use. For vegetables, there are metal bowls with handles on both sides and slits on the bottom. By placing this on the grill, it is perfect for tossing veggies, and they don't fall through the grates. I prepare an oil and herb mixture to brush on the veggies and I always cook them ahead of time and reheat. Onion slices, mushrooms, zucchini, carrots, asparagus, golden beets, and, so forth, all marry nicely on the grill, giving them a roasted flavor. And, for pitted fruits, I use a flat, slotted metal tray with handles on both sides. I brush the peaches or plums lightly with oil and place on the tray. I do this ahead and reheat when the dessert course is on-deck.

BBQ. Don't be fooled by the pictures you may see that suggest you apply the BBQ sauce while grilling. I have found that it burns. I suggest it is better to use a light rub or marinade and then apply the barbecue sauce after the items come off the grill. I apply the BBQ sauce when finishing it in the oven. There are a plethora of sauces right off the shelf that are excellent.

Dining out is also an option, and this summer some of our local restaurants have created some inventive, value offerings. Every Sunday during summer, the Oak Grill at the Island Hotel is featuring their Slow Smoked Sundaze BBQ. Chef Marc Johnson spent some time in the South, and his cornbread and sauces will make any Southerner a bit homesick. Guests can select from one of four entrees, two sides and dessert for $34. Another choice is The Bungalow in Corona del Mar. Wednesday evenings, all summer long, guests can order a two-course, prix fixe menu with choice of five different sumptuous BBQ entrees, numerous sides, and, best of all, complimentary corkage (one bottle) for just $35.

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