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Southern California Hunter/Jumper Shows By K. A. Kenney Everyone in the hunter/jumper business knows that the serious horse scene is back east-or at least it used to be. The West Coast is becoming a powerhouse in the show jumping world, boasting riders such as 2008 Olympic Gold Medalist Will Simpson, Nation’s Cup Team Member Ashlee Bond, and the Master of Faster, Richard Spooner. You can see any of these riders, and more talented international equestrians, at almost any Southern California A show. California has a rich history with horses, spanning from the day of the Spanish missions to the present. Cars may outnumber horses these days, but equines still take precedence for many Californians. Los Angeles and San Diego boast large horse populations, and even Orange County, despite its declining stabling options, has a thriving equestrian community. Since a number of different shows are held at each of the four main SoCal show grounds, I’ll go by location, beginning up north with the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. A storied old facility, the LAEC is located in Burbank and hosts dozens of shows each year, from the popular Gold Coast Series to the International Jumping Festival in the fall. Put on

by Langer Equestrian Group, these shows take place under dappled trees and have a real feeling of old Los Angeles charm. Grand Prixs are a frequent occurrence in the famous Equidome, and equitation and hunter classes are traditionally held in the instantly recognizable ovals. A grass field and bridle trails round out the center and provide for a fun show experience. Spectators will find the LAEC’s proximity to local attractions a major plus when visiting, as there are plenty of sights to see when the show day is over. A relaxing stay in Palm Desert is right up most Californian’s alley, especially those used to the hustle of Los Angeles. Luckily, the equestrian set’s needs are satisfied by one of the nation’s largest shows, Thermal. Put on by HITS (Horse Shows In The Sun), a show management company that runs shows across the nation, Thermal is the replacement facility for the old Indio show, located a few miles away. After years of memorable and successful shows, Indio became outdated, and the search for more space began. This need resulted in the Desert Horse Park, a wide, sprawling show ground with excellent footing, broad desert vistas, and a unique atmosphere. Each winter, the

Desert Circuit hosts weeks of shows, including Grand Prixs and World Cup Qualifiers, which are run in the large Grand Prix Arena and the small indoor ring, respectively. Thermal is a great weekend destination for spectators, and features the best of the best competing in huge classes for considerable prize money. The Oaks Mission Viejo Riding Park, located in San Juan Capistrano, is a breezy, sun kissed slice of land tucked into a valley a few miles from the ocean. A local favorite, it has a laid back California vibe that makes showing not so nerve wracking. In fact, showing under the towering oak trees on the huge open lawn is downright relaxing. Sitting on the banked Grand Prix field and watching a big class is the best way to spend a lazy weekend afternoon. Shows at the Oaks are run by Blenheim EquiSports, which manages a number of excellent shows at the facility each year. Blenheim EquiSports also oversees showing at Showpark, located in Del Mar, just inland of the famous racetrack of the same name. Showpark boasts many of the same classes and amenities of the Oaks, and is a great location for those closer to the border. Equestrian enthusiasts that share a love of the beach could easily

ride a few classes and then unwind at the beach. Spectators could also double the equine fun by watching some jumpers in the morning and then catching world class racing in the afternoon at Del Mar. Although California shows may not have quite the history and grandeur that Eastern events do, the competition is equally fierce, and the facilities are world class. Top-quality horses and riders travel this circuit, and many hold their own both on the other coast and abroad.

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The cast of TV’s Criminal Minds will spend the evening at the Laguna Beach Festival of Arts on August 19th, where they will greet fans, take photos, sign autographs and enjoy the fine art of Festival exhibitors before they take in a performance of this year’s acclaimed Pageant of the Masters production, The Genius. Cast members scheduled to attend this special celebrity meetand-greet evening include Joe Mantegna, who plays seasoned “Supervisory Special Agent David Rossi”; Matthew Gray Gubler who portrays “Dr. Spencer Reid”, the youngest member of the profiling team; Shemar Moore, playing Special Agent Derek Morgan; A.J. Cook who plays “Special Agent Jennifer “JJ” Jareau”; and Kirsten Vangsness, hip computer wiz “Penelope Garcia” on the show. In the show, an elite group of profilers analyze the nation’s most dangerous criminal minds in an effort to anticipate their next moves before they strike again. “I’ve been going to the Pageant for almost 30 years now and it never ceases to amaze and delight me and my family. I’m so glad I’ve been able to share this experience with my castmates on CRIMINAL MINDS as they have now become as passionate about it as I am,” said Joe Mantegna. This is a rare opportunity for fans to meet their favorite stars as they enjoy all that the Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters have to offer. “We always look forward to welcoming Mr. Mantegna and his

colleagues as special guests at the Festival of Arts each season,” said Sharbie Higuchi, director marketing and public relations for the Festival of Arts. “This year, we’re sharing the fun with everyone!” The Criminal Mi n d s me e t - a n d greet will take place from 5:30-6:30pm on the evening of August 19, 2012 at the Festival of Arts, 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651. Visitors interested in getting an autograph or photo are encouraged to bring their own camera and paper. The Festival of Arts will try to accommodate as many people who would like to meet the celebrities as possible between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm on August 19th. Guest appearances subject to availability the day of the event. The Festival of Arts is open daily from July 1 – August 31, 2012, from 10am to 11:30pm (August 25, 10am to 3:30pm). General Admission: Weekdays $7, Weekends $10; Students & Seniors: Weekdays $4, Weekends $6; Free Admission for Children 12 and under, Military, and Laguna Beach Residents. The Pageant of the Masters will be performed through Friday, August 31, 2012. Tickets for The Genius, the 2012 Pageant of the Masters may be purchased at

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Calling All Actors Open auditions for Saddleback College’s Fall 2012 Theatre Arts productions of Spring Awakening, Almost, Maine and A Christmas Carol will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 28th and 29th, theatre dance auditions are Thursday, August 30th and callbacks are Friday, August 31st. All auditions are at 6 pm in the McKinney Theatre, Saddleback College, 28000 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo. For Spring Awakening and A Christmas Carol bring sheet music in correct key (16-32 bars). Accompanist provided; no tapes or CD’s. For both musicals and non-musicals, a one-minute monologue is required for each audition. Scripts will be available at the Performing Arts office in FA 304. Call 949-582-4413 for further information. Saddleback College Theatre Arts program produces several fully-staged shows in which students are encouraged to participate. Theatre Arts students are given the opportunity to audition for every production and Theatre Arts students are given priority in the casting process. In addition there are numerous opportunities for students to contribute in backstage activities of all college productions. Located in Mission Viejo, Saddleback College provides quality higher education and training to the greater south Orange County community. Having served more than 500,000 students since 1968, Saddleback College offers more than 300 degree and certificate programs to help students reach their personal, career, and educational goals. For more information, please visit www.saddleback.edu. For Fine Arts events, visit www.saddleback.edu/arts.

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Blenheim Summer Classic Series And Grand Prix, Here Through August 19th Chris Pratt Dominates the International Field in the $30,000 August Festival Grand Prix With the Olympic Show Jumping kicking off today in London, Blenheim EquiSports also hosted its very own international competition at the Showpark August Festival. Canadian rider Chris Pratt excelled in the $30,000 August Festival Grand Prix, presented by Mary’s Tack and Feed, by virtue and patience. As the final rider of thirty-eight entries, Pratt took the advantage of watching numerous rounds of trial and error to ride a smart enough round and qualify Wakyra for the jump-off. Eight nations represented the field today and one-by-one they attempted to master the unique but technical track built by course designer Pierre Jolicoeur. “The most important thing of course is that it’s safe,” commented Jolicoeur, “but the riders and horses should also learn something. I wanted it to be new and I wanted it to be fun.” Nearly half the field fell short in the vertical-oxer-oxer triple combination, while several others fell short over the liverpool vertical. “They overrode into the triple,” Jolicoeur added, “the liverpool required scope but again too many were overriding it trying to set up for the triple combination that was a challenge in itself.” Seven horse and rider combinations were able to get through the sixteen effort qualifying round, beat the time allowed of 74 seconds without fault, and return for the jump-off. The international representation yet again dominated the jump-off as five nations prepped to steal the show. The reliable combination of Brazilian rider Josephina Nor-Lantzman and Chello Z were the first to return and as always the first to post a challenging time to beat. The duo set the bar with a clear time of 34.203 seconds. Antonio Maurer (MEX) and Lorenza O’Farrill (MEX) followed the Brazilian and were both able to post clear rounds, but simply couldn’t better the time of Nor-Lantzman and Chello Z. Columbian rider John Perez and Arezzo were fourth to go and by taking no time in the air, cutting corners, and galloping to the final fence, the pair stopped the clock in 33.386 seconds, securing the lead. Fellow Mexican representatives Marcelo Galan and Gabriella Mizrachi followed Perez in the order and were determined to better his time. Again posting beautifully clean rounds, neither could surpass Perez and Arezzo’s blazing time. It wasn’t until the final rider and crowd pleaser Chris Pratt (CAN) aboard Wakyra Page 8

re-entered the ring that there would be a challenger. Quietly negotiating his course of action from the sidelines and gaining momentum from watching his competitors’ rounds, Pratt knew he only had one choice and that was to give it his all. “I saw Josephina’s (Nor-Lantzman) round and she flew,” Pratt noted, “I didn’t get to see John’s (Perez), but my plan was simple; I wasn’t going to pull on the reins once.” Pratt piloted Wakyra through a flawless jump-off, making every stride count and, in Jolicoeur’s terms, “turned like a barrel racer.” Pratt (CAN) and Wakyra tripped the wire in 32.700 seconds, plenty good for first place. Pratt was all smiles during the awards presentation, “He is so careful and honest. Pratt shared of his winning mount, Wakyra. “This is only his third show this season and he is

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Pacific Syphony presents music from “PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: THE CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL” Aarrr! Come dressed as a pirate and enter the costume contest for this family-friendly concert, led by Principal Pops Conductor Richard Kaufman Come aboard a ghost-ridden ship and set sail with Pacific Symphony on a musical voyage across the high seas for Disney Live in Concert, “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl,” a wave-crashing adventure to conclude Summer Festival 2012, sponsored by Hoag. Led by Principal Pops Conductor Richard Kaufman, the Symphony, with assistance from the men of the Long Beach Camerata Singers (Robert Istad, director), performs Klaus Badelt and Hans Zimmer’s thunderous soundtrack live to 2003’s blockbuster film, played on the big screen above the stage. Johnny Depp stars as the roguish yet charming Captain Jack Sparrow, who embarks on a quest with the handsome Will Turner (Orlando Bloom) to save Elizabeth Swann (Keira Knightly), the governor’s daughter, who has been captured by Captain Barbossa (Geoffrey Rush) and his motley crew on board the infamous Black Pearl in their search to break the curse that leaves them “undead.”

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An Evening of Hope Raises Almost $90,000 for Brain Injury Recovery As the sun was setting on a balmy evening in Newport Beach, around 1000 people enjoyed “An Evening of Hope”, the 14th Annual Eric Marienthal and Friends Concert at the Newport Hyatt. With dinner, a silent and live auction and of course the anticipation of stars that would shine on stage during the jazz concert, folks were in for the time of their life. The evening started with a VIP dinner poolside, all catered by Tulsa Rib Company serving up Tenderloin steak, Shrimp, vegetables, potatoes, salads and very large chocolate covered strawberry’s for dessert. A no host bar with beer and wine was also available; all the while, the Ron Kobayashi Trio played in the background. After dinner, the VIP’s were escorted to the outdoor amphitheater, where they joined the sold out crowd who were enjoying a very large silent auction. Some of the featured items were 4 orchestra seats to “Catch Me If You Can” at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts; 7 days and 6 nights in Mazatlan, Mexico at the Wyndam Las Villas Hotel and Spa which included breakfast and a round of golf and a child size Mercedes Pedal Car were just a few of the items up for grabs. There was also a huge sizeable collection of sports, celebrity and movie memorabilia that folks were able to bid on as well. From Betty Boop to Muhammad Ali, there were scores of signed photos and sports equipment to peruse. Talaya, from 94.7 The Wave was introduced – she directed everyone’s attention to the video screen where it played a very heartwarming movie of what High Hopes is all about, who they serve and why. High Hopes is the first nonprofit brain injury program in the country to serve the needs of the brain injured and their families. In the United States, there are over one million five hundred thousand traumatic brain injuries annually, many of which survive and need “High Hopes”. As a one of kind program, High Hopes does not give up on anyone, but rather, finds solutions to help each brain injured person recover abilities once thought lost forever. Eric Marienthal has been with High Hopes for 14 years bringing the best jazz musicians in the world to come help this outstanding organization raise funds. Hitting the stage this year with him were David Benoit, Peter White and Phil Perry. Benoit, a jazz fusion/smooth jazz pianist, composer and producer has been nominated for five Grammy Awards while White won the award for best Smooth Jazz Musician in the 2007 Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards and was named the Best Guitarist at the National Smooth Jazz Awards for four consecutive years from 2000-2003. Perry is an American R&B singer, songwriter, musician and a former member of the soul group The Montclairs from 1971 to 1975. Rounding out the band was Jimmy Earl on bass, Lenny Castro on percussion, Ross Bolton on guitar, Gary Novak on drums, Mitch Forman on keyboard and Lill Perry on background vocals. The concert is really one of a kind with each giving their best to capture the moment; the music had everyone on their feet with some couples dancing in the grass. During a break in the evening, the live auction started that featured some beautiful jewelry such as a stunning Vintage Blue Sapphire and Diamond Davette Pendant Necklace as well as a gorgeous Tanzanite Necklace; there was also a wine and dinner pairing for eight at Spaghettini’s and of course who couldn’t resist bidding on a Bichon Frise puppy? Special thanks to the sponsors of the evening; along with 94.7 The Wave, The Hyatt Regency Newport Beach and Eric and Lee Ann Marienthal, there was KSBR 88.5FM Radio, Xerox, The Jenifer and Jonathon Aragon Family, The Winery Restaurant and Wine Bar, Robert Homan, Spaghettini Grill & Jazz Club, and Pacific Coast Aquatics. Page 12

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Eric Marienthal with his wife Lee Ann pose with Mark Desmond, Director of High Hopes

Julie Eastman and Breanna Eastman show off some of the live auction items

Eric Marienthal and Peter White having fun on stage

The musicians taking their bow: David Benoit, Eric Marienthal, Peter White and Phil Perry

High Hopes has been the answer and the hope for hundreds of families faced with the difficult task of getting help for their loved ones whose lives and dreams have been devastated by an unexpected traumatic head injury. High Hopes provides a unique and successful Day treatment program. At High Hopes, skills thought lost forever are regained. High Hopes’ goal is to provide the best and lowest cost program to as many who need help as possible. For more information please visit www.HighHopes.ws. Photos by Ellis Moore

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LEGAL ADVERTISING NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 12-0022265 Title Order No. 12-0036785 APN No. 931-88-763 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/25/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by MATTHEW S MAKIN, AND DEVYN BAEK, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 06/25/2007 and recorded 6/29/2007, as Instrument No. 2007000415588, in Book , Page , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Orange County, State of California, will sell on 08/31/2012 at 3:00PM, AT THE NORTH FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 700 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE WEST, SANTA ANA, ORANGE COUNTY,CA at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 59 THREE VINES COURT, LADERA RANCH, CA, 92694. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $388,799.28. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the Notice of Trustee’s Sale duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on a property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1-800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case 12-0022265. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-0194 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281-8219 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FEI # 1006.165044 8/10, 8/17, 8/24/2012

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-11-472990-RM Order No.: 110473400-CA-GTO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/7/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): JUDITH R. ARUS, A WIDOW AND CHARLES MICHAEL ARUS AND RENE S. ARUS, HUSBAND AND WIFE ALL AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 9/21/2006 as Instrument No. 2006000630194 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ORANGE County, California; Date of Sale: 8/31/2012 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: on the front steps to the entrance of the Orange Civic Center, 300 E. Chapman, Orange, CA 92866 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $427,414.65 The purported property address is: 30 WALBERT LANE, LADERA RANCH, CA 92694 Assessor’s Parcel No. 930-83-317 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan. com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-11-472990-RM . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. TS No.: CA-11-472990-RM IDSPub #0033251 8/10/2012 8/17/2012 8/24/2012

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan. com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-11-472990-RM . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. TS No.: CA-11-472990-RM IDSPub #0033251 8/10/2012 8/17/2012 8/24/2012

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FASHION GETS A REINVENTION THROUGH RE-USE Fashion will enjoy a reinvention on Saturday August 18th from 1 - 4pm when the crowdawing Festival Runway Fashion Show returns to the Laguna Beach Festival of Arts. Now in its fourth year strutting down the runway, the Festival Runway Fashion Show rules are well known: Festival of Arts exhibiting artists are welcome to compete for cash prizes by designing the most imaginative “found” design, where at least 80% of materials used are reclaimed, reused or recycled. A three-judge panel (including one celebrity known for his or her high style) chooses the grand prize winner, while the crowd gets to cast their vote for the “People’s Choice Award”. The judges this year hail from sophisticated textile and artistic fashion backgrounds, including LACMA Curator of Costumes and Textiles, Kaye Spilker, and Jeannie Mai, the host of the Style Channel’s popular fashion makeover show “How Do I Look?”. Jerry Penacoli of Extra! TV returns in 2012 as host. “Festival Runway Fashion is quickly becoming a signature Festival of Arts event,” said Susan Davis, director of special events for the Festival of Arts. “Every year seems to up the ante, and this year won’t disappoint!” In 2011 audience and judges alike were amazed by the winning design, which was a full-length, grand wedding dress that came off layer by layer to reveal a sexy miniskirt bodice… all in cellophane. The 2010 winner was a form fitted, floor length gown of fallen eucalyptus bark accented by berries, with a set of wings attached to the back that spread to a span of five feet as the model moved down the runway. Both designs were the invention of painter and Festival exhibitor Bradley Elsberry. In the inaugural competition of 2009 the win was taken by artist team Barbara Hendricks and Luciano Bortone, who repurposed old Pageant of the Masters programs and plastic forks to create a strapless gown accented with a glamorous hat worthy of Del Mar. This year, artists will compete for four possible titles: “Most Creative

2012 Festival Fashion Runway Judge, Jeannie Mai, the host of the Style Channel’s popular fashion makeover show “How Do I Look?”

Concept,” “Most Exciting Ensemble,” “Most Innovative Use of Materials” and “Most Wearable to Next Year’s FOA Exhibit Opening Night Party”. Each title carries a $1,000 cash prize. The “People’s Choice Award” carries no monetary prize but it just may be the most sought-after award of the competition. Competing for the top prize are artists Luciano Bortone, Dagmar Chaplin, Bradley Elsberry, Michelle Lance, Rick Graves, Adam Neeley, Jon Seeman, John Tolle, and Annette Wimmer. Who will take prizes and earn highly coveted bragging rights in 2012? Festival visitors are invited to find out on August 18th from 1-4pm at the Festival of Arts, 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651. Festival guests can enjoy the Festival Runway Fashion Show for free with Festival admission ($10 for adults, $6 for seniors and students; free admission for children 12 and under, Military, and Laguna Beach residents). The Festival of Arts is open daily from July 1 – August 31, 2012, from 10am to 11:30pm (August 25, 10am to 3:30pm). General Admission: Weekdays $7, Weekends $10; Students & Seniors: Weekdays $4, Weekends $6; Free Admission for Children 12 and under, Military, and Laguna Beach Residents.

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LADERA RANCH NEWS R est aurant Antonucci’s Restaurant Serving authentic Italian seafood and award-winning pizza since 1976 with exciting appetizers and a full bar and live entertainment on Saturday evening.

24190 Alicia Parkway Mission Viejo. 949-472-4332 Cinnamon Productions Bakery Café

Breakfast can be delightfully decadent with sugary cinnamon rolls like grandma used to make or lighter eggs and toast or scones. Some interesting sandwich possibilities and strong hot coffee OPEN Sunday/Monday 6:30am to 4:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 6:00am to 8:00pm

25672 Crown Valley Pkwy. 949-218-1515 Claim Jumper Monster salad bar, great steaks, full bar with a wide selection of beers and wines to choose from.

27845 Santa Margarita Pkwy, Mission Viejo 461.7170 Cosmo’s Italian Kitchen Owners Bob Quinn and Dick Fisher celebrate their 5th anniversary with special dinners Monday, Wednesday and Sunday. Open 11am Monday to Friday.

28562 Oso Pkwy 949.216.9029 Diho Siam Authentic Thai and Chinese food at affordable prices. Many varieties of Thai and Chinese delicacies. Chicken, Beef, Pork, Tofu and Vegetarian! Barbecue Chicken, Crispy Duck, Beef w/Oyster Sauce. Spicy Cat Fish. Hours: Open daily from 11am to 9pm; Sat. & Sun. until 9:30pm.

27702 Crown Valley Pkwy E-3 365-8777 Don Gustavo’s Authentic Mexican Food with homestyle flavor, menu items include Chile Relleno, Carnitas, Fajitas, Eggs Machaca, Chimicangas, Veggie Burrito, Fish Tacos, Shrimp Enchiladas, Taco Salad. Margaritas, Tequilas y Mas! Plus catering at your home or office. Open for lunch & dinner 7 days a week, plus Weekend Breakfast. Located at Oso/ Marguerite in the Pavillion’s Shopping center,

26012 Marguerite Pkwy #A, Mission Viejo 348.2386

Jerry’s Wood Fired Dogs

Breakfast served daily from 8am to 11am Smokey Joe Croissants, Sausage, Eggs, Bacon.Try their hot link Breakfast Burrito, for lunch the wood fired dogs have all best flavors, tastes and toppings.

1701 Corporate Drive, Ladera Ranch (949) 364-7080 Jalapeno’s Restaurant

The Ranch Sports Grill All Laker games, NHL, Fox Soccer and all Top Games. Taco Tuesdays, Slider Wednesdays, Taste of Italy Thursdays, DJ Friday nights. Happy Hour 11am to 6pm Mon.- Fri.

27412 Antonio Pkwy. 429-7737 Roma D’ Italia

27602 Antonio Pkwy, 364-5614

Menu items include Calabrese Pizza, Pasta Estiva, Gnocchi Catanzaro, Grilled Halibut or Salmon, Shrimp Calabrese, Mostaccioli Arrabbiata, Veal Sorrentino, Osso Buco, Eggplant Sorrentino and more. Don’t forget to try one of the homemade desserts like Tiramisu, Rum Cake, Cannoli and Cheesecake. You can also order beer and wine with some good, inexpensive Chiantis by the bottle.

Latte Da Bagelry & Grill

25606 Crown Valley Pkwy. 276-5712

Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Authentic Mexican food including Chili Verde, Omelettes, Huevos Rancheros, Tostadas, Carne Asada, Menudo, traditional burritos including Beef, Chicken, Fish, Beans (Vegetarian), Chile Rellenos, Taquitos, Enchiladas. Imported and domestic beers.

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served all day. Fifteen different types of bagels made daily. Salads, burgers, plus Italian specialties like Chicken Alfredo. opens at 6am daily; closes at 9pm Monday through Saturday, open until 4pm on Sunday.

21612 Plano Trabuco Road at Santa Margarita Parkway in the Albertson’s Center in Rancho Santa Margarita. 949-589-6405 O’Neill’s Bar & Grill at the Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club. Sunday Brunch at O’Neill’s is a delicious and leisurely experience. Zagat calls it the “best value in Orange County.” Daily specials include fresh fish, steaks, pizza and hearty sandwiches.

26772 Avery Pkwy, Mission Viejo. 949-305-5100 Peppino’s Newly remodeled restaurant on the Lake, expanded the dining area, full service bar, waiting lounge and a front dining patio. The rear-dining terrace offers a beautiful view of Lake Mission Viejo. Happy Hour daily from 3:00 to 7:00 pm.

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Have you dined out recently in Ladera Ranch? The Ladera Ranch News would like your opinion and we are actively looking for more reviews of local area restaurants that are NOT already listed on this page. Please make it brief and informative with 50 words or less. Reviews must include your name, phone or email address (please do not send reviews on fast food or strictly pizza places). Please send your Restaurant Review to newseditorials@yahoo.com

Simply Fondue Fabulous fondues composed of delicious meats, cheeses, breads, fruits and vegetables with steaming savory sauces. Worth the short trip to

31761 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano 240.0300

Trabuco Oaks Steakhouse Forty years serving choice meats and seafood. Home of the famous “2-pound steak.” Relax while you sip one of our sumptuous wines or cocktails or a frosty beer. Everyone welcome - straight from work or off the trail or dressed for a night out. OPEN: Sun.-Thurs. 5pm to 9pm; Fri. and Sat. 5pm to 9:30pm. Please call after 2pm for reservations.

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27780 Vista del Lago, Mission Viejo 859.9556 P.F. Changs China Bistro Superb Shanghai Street Noodles, available in few places on the globe, make the trip to Mission Viejo Mall a veritable necessity.

800 The Shops at Mission Viejo, Ruby Rosensteel, 364-6661

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LEGAL ADVERTISING NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Quality Loan Service Corporation TS No. CA-11-469637-CT Order No.: 957103 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/2/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): RUDIMAR T. DE OCAMPO, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 12/7/2005 as Instrument No. 2005000977594 and modified as per Modification Agreement recorded 9/21/2010 as Instrument No. 2010000467204, in Book XXX, on Page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ORANGE County, California; Date of Sale: 8/17/2012 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: on the front steps to the entrance of the Orange Civic Center, 300 E. Chapman, Orange, CA 92866 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $653,567.85 The purported property address is: 75 SKLAR ST, LADERA RANCH, CA 92694-0735 Assessor’s Parcel No. 938-75-259 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should

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be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan. com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-11-469637-CT . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. TS No.: CA-11-469637-CT IDSPub #0032156 7/27/2012 8/3/2012 8/10/2012

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Quality Loan Service Corporation TS No. CA-12-499167-AB Order No.: 6484573 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/3/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): GARY MAGGETTI AND CHRISTINE WAIT, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 8/22/2005 as Instrument No. 2005000660302 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ORANGE County, California; Date of Sale: 8/17/2012 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: on the front steps to the entrance of the Orange Civic Center, 300 E. Chapman, Orange, CA 92866 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $458,756.99 The purported property address is: 23 ASH HOLLOW TRL, LADERA RANCH, CA 92694 Assessor’s Parcel No. 931-96-794 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE

TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-12-499167-AB . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. TS No.: CA-12-499167-AB IDSPub #0032319 7/27/2012 8/3/2012 8/10/2012

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OC’s Top Philanthropists Announced for 27th Annual National Philanthropy Day OC Orange County’s top philanthropists, business leaders and individuals of 2012 have been announced and will be honored at this year’s National Philanthropy Day Orange County luncheon celebration on November 15, 2012 for their outstanding philanthropy in the community. National Philanthropy Day Orange County has become the most prominent philanthropic recognition event in Orange County, with over 1000 honorees since its inception in 1985 including honors in past years for OC philanthropists Donald Bren, Marion Knott, Henry and Susan Samueli, and Henry Segerstrom. The 2012 National Philanthropy Day Orange County Awards Luncheon, with the theme “Giving is Always in Season,” will be held Thursday, November 15, 2012 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Orange County located at 11999 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, CA. Outstanding honorees will receive a brilliant, glass heart-shaped art piece, created by Orange County artist John Barber. Marybelle and Sebastian Paul Musco, the 2011 Lifetime Achievement Honorees, will be Honorary Chairs. 2012 OUTSTANDING HONOREES

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT Joann Leatherby, Silverado Nominated by: Chapman University *Deeply dedicated to education, the arts and disadvantaged children *Joann Leatherby has a passion for academia and has been a supporter of Chapman University for decades, including being an active Board of Trustees member since 1994, currently chairing the Advancement Committee and the 2012 American Celebration, Chapman’s signature and important fundraising gala. She Page 18

has played a key role providing comprehensive vision for Chapman’s future including spearheading the campaign to build Leatherby Libraries and in creating the Chapman Plan, which has led to increased institutional support for improved undergraduate and graduate programs. Also a supporter of disadvantaged children, as a representative of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and an arts supporter of South Coast Repertory Theatre, Pacific Symphony and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Leatherby has had a wide-ranging impact on the OC community. She also co-founded Casa de Amma, a unique apartment community fostering growth and independence in adults with special needs.

Italian Renaissance Foundation, and chairman of Simon Foundation among others, have also honored for Education and Housing, Newport Serato. Beach Nominated by: Echo Media Group *Provided over 600 educational scholarships valued at $20M to support economically disadvantaged students to reach success *Ronald Simon focused his entrepreneurial leadership on giving back to determined teens through the ‘Simon Scholars’ program, which O U T S T A N D I N G P H I L - supports economically disadvanANTHROPIC G R O U P taged high school students and helps Assistance League Anaheim, Ana- them advance through education to heim succeed in achieving ‘the American Nominated by: Sally Ann Catering Dream.’ The program, featuring a *Over 70 years and nearly 900,000 six-year long scholarship, offers hours of serving those less fortunate academic and social support in order *Assistance League Anaheim as- to prepare high school students for sists nearly 5,000 individuals each college and life, including life skills year, through 19 programs, with the training, academic tools, leadership purpose of ‘acting as a friend at all development and college readiness times, to men, women and children instruction, and $30,000 for financial in need of care, guidance and assis- support, programs and services. tance spiritually, mentally, and physi- To date, the Simon Foundation has cally.’ In over 70 years, the nonprofit awarded over 600 scholarships in organization has contributed nearly goods and services valued at over 900,000 hours through more than 50 $20M, from a personal foundation programs. This volunteer-run chapter created by Simon. Of those who enhas clothed about 50,000 men, wom- tered the Simon Scholars program, en and children; provided hundreds 90.7% are still active students or have of thousands of dollars of equipment graduated college, many of which for teaching the blind, including a that have ‘beat the odds,’ including van to transport children; has dis- scholarship recipient and Santa Ana persed 20,000 hygiene kits; given resident Jonathan Espinoza, born to hundreds of assault and rape survival a single, teen parent and the oldest kits to local hospitals; provided over of six children, who saw education 700 cool caps for cancer children; as a means to rise above poverty. helped hundreds of children with Simon Scholars prepared him for needed dental care and eye glasses college and developed his leadership replacement; and given hundreds of skills. Today, Espinoza is enrolling as teddy bears to the Anaheim police a freshman with a full ride to Georgeand fire departments for disburse- town University Fall 2012, and was ments to traumatized children, among offered a summer 2012 internship at other projects. Currently, Assistance the White House. League Anaheim’s largest project is Operation School Bell, where volunteers work with children to provide new school clothing and supplies, to ensure less fortunate children can attend school with the pride and selfesteem needed to succeed.

OUTSTANDING PHILANTHROPIST Bruno Serato, Anaheim Nominated by: Assistance League Anaheim *Committed to helping the less fortunate, having served over 300,000 pasta dinners to ‘motel children’ *Selected as one of the top 10 CNN Heroes of the Year in 2012, Bruno Serato, owner of the Anaheim White House restaurant and visionary for the culinary trend ‘California cuisine,’ has raised well over $1M through philanthropic efforts. An American success story, Serato immigrated to the U.S. with only $200, and as a homage to his beginning, he has made a priority of giving back to those less fortunate, including serving pasta dinners daily to nearly 300 children who live in motels. To date, he has served approximately 300,000 dinners to ‘motel children.’ In May, he moved four motel families into their own apartments and intends to move 20 more families in 2012. Passionate about helping those in need, he assists in renovating homes for the elderly and infirmed as a member of Paint Your Heart Out, Anaheim, and founded Caterina’s Girls Club, in honor of his mother, to benefit underprivileged girls in Anaheim. Serato was awarded by Cypress College as Man of the Year in 2012 and as Anaheim’s Americana ‘Citizen of the Year’ in 2003. Boys & Girls Club Anaheim, OUTSTANDING FOUNDER Assistance League Anaheim, Orange Ronald M. Simon; founder of County Board of Education, American “Simon Scholars Program”; founder

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OUTSTANDING SMALL CORPORATION OR BUSINESS S.D. Deacon Corp. of California, Irvine Office, Irvine Nominated by: Deacon Charitable Foundation *Passionate about community giving, with over $32,500 to 15 OC organizations from September 2011-2012 and continued employee charitable giving programs *S.D. Deacon is passionate about supporting its community through

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charitable giving and in 2005 created the grant-making ‘Deacon Charitable Foundation,’ which will make grants to at least 15 OC organizations, totaling $32,500 between September 2011-2012. With an all-volunteer Giving Committee who surveys what issues are important to its employees, giving priorities include children and families, the environment and animal protection. Deacon also offers employee-matching programs, including matching an employee’s personal donation up to $500, dollar for dollar, per year; a volunteer match of $10/ hour for time spent making a difference for a charity. Other ways S.D. Deacon employees give back is by hosting food, clothing, school supply and gift drives, as well as participating in events that benefit local nonprofits. In December 2011, the Giving Committee hosted an ‘Adopt a Family’ gift drive and donated shoes to Acacia Adult Day Care. S.D. Deacon’s collective impact has made a positive difference to the OC community.

OUTSTANDING MID-SIZE CORPORATION OR BUSINESS Farmers & Merchants Bank, 12 offices in Orange County, Regional Office located in Newport Beach Nominated by: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County, Huntington Beach Kiwanis, National Association of Women Business Owners (Orange County), Orange Catholic Foundation, Orange County High School of the Arts, Pacific Symphony, WHW (Women Helping Women/ Men2Work), YWCA of North Orange County *Committed to donating $1M every year to charitable, civic and religious organizations *For over 105 years, Farmers & Merchants Bank has supported its communities. Seeing a need in the community, Founder CJ Walker spearheaded fundraising and gave up his own salary to help fund the launch of the Long Beach YMCA in 1922, and, today, later generations of Walkers and F&M leadership continue to give with the same passion. Each year, F&M donates $1M to nonprofits, charities and religious entities. Supporters of the arts, F&M, under the leadership of CEO W. Henry Walker and COO Kevin Tiber, played an instrumental role in financing a $30M

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expansion for the Orange County High School of the Arts’ new Center for the Performing Arts / Margaret A. Webb Theatre. Giving back to deserving children of the OC community, and carrying on the philanthropic spirit of his family, Walker provides personal as well as F&M contributions and volunteer resources to Big Brother Big Sisters of Orange County, including F&M team members filling a critical need for long-term mentoring relationships, and giving contributions of $190,000. Civic organizations such as the Huntington Beach Kiwanis are another beneficiary of F&M. F&M helped to underwrite the purchase of the HB Kiwanis cooking trailer, which resulted in a doubling of net income for cooking fundraisers. F&M also provides significant support to Orange County’s Pacific Symphony, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, National Association of Women Business Owners-OC, Olive Crest, the Santa Ana Police Association, Orange Catholic Foundation, among others.

OUTSTANDING LARGE CORPORATION OR BUSINESS The PIMCO Foundation, Newport Beach Nominated by: CAPOC’s Orange County Food Bank, Grandma’s House of Hope, Illumination Foundation, JDRF, Olive Crest, OneOC *Significantly impacting areas of urgent need through over $7M of giving and 8,864 employee volunteer hours to 100+ nonprofits *PIMCO sets a strong example of corporate giving, having donated $7,712,535 through their employee match program, employee choice awards, grants program, good neighbor program and excellence awards program. The global investment solutions provider has an ambitious vision to have a positive community impact, including by giving back through the Orange County Food Bank’s ‘Share the Harvest’ campaign. PIMCO raised funds to purchase food to assemble 1,000 food boxes its first and second year participating, then doubled the number of boxes its third year, provided 5,000 its fourth year and in this their fifth year established a goal to raise funds to feed 10,000 families. Through the PIMCO Partners Program,

which promotes employee volunteerism to support the community, 850 employee volunteers have contributed 8,864 hours to 100+ nonprofits. Philanthropy is immersed in PIMCO’s culture, with 460 employees personally giving to what amounted to a match of $377,568 to nonprofits of their choice. PIMCO fosters a culture of giving that positively touches many charities, nonprofits and organizations throughout its communities.

OUTSTANDING YOUTH OR YOUTH GROUP Nikita Urs, Santa Ana Nominated by: Douglas Williams *Passionate about helping less fortunate children, having collected over 1,000 Christmas boxes for underprivileged kids and donating her hair eight times to the ill, from age 5-15 *As a sibling to a brother diagnosed with cerebral palsy, Nikita Urs, 15, has a keen insight into what it is ‘to be without,’ through experiences with her brother, 18, who cannot talk, walk or eat. He has been her driving force to give back to the less fortunate. Since she was five-years-old, Urs has volunteered for Operation Christmas Child, was provides shoeboxes of Christmas toys, school supplies and necessities for underprivileged kids around the world. In 2003, at six-years-old, she collected 100 boxes and, with increases each year, collected 930 boxes in 2010. Beginning at age eight, in 2005, Urs donated her hair to Locks of Love, and has since donated her hair seven more times. A strong advocate for special needs kids, at age 10, Urs organized a fundraiser, selling chocolates, to raise $500 for Sea Star School for Neuroeducation, a school for kids with traumatic brain injuries. At 11, she raised $600 for the school. For many years, she organized a fundraising carnival at Hillview Special School, for kids with physical

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and mental disabilities. In 2011, she hosted an ice cream Sunday social for the school’s students and staff. Additionally, Urs has completed 82 hours of tutoring in the last three years and 41 volunteer hours at her local public library since 2009.

OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER FUNDRAISER Joe Lins, Fullerton Nominated by: St. Jude Memorial Foundation *Committed to serving the local community through giving and leadership, including donating free ads for area nonprofits on a highly visible company billboard *Joe Lins has made a significant impact on local nonprofits through his volunteerism and through his business as co-owner of Century 21 Discovery in Fullerton. Through running free ads for area nonprofits on a Century 21 Discovery billboard at the very busy street corners of Valencia Mesa Dr. and Harbor Blvd. and hosting Century 21 Discovery’s Annual Charity Dinner & Auction events to benefit local nonprofits, over the past 17 years raising $215,000 as of December 2011, Lins’ spirit of teamwork is infectious in bringing others together to provide philanthropic support. A volunteer leader on the Board of Directors for St. Jude’s Memorial Foundation, his support totals nearly a quarter of $1M, since 1994, and under Lins chairmanship, St. Jude’s capital Campaign for Excellence reached its $50M goal in 2009. Lins was the recipient of the Fullerton Chamber of Commerce 2012 Hawkins Business Leadership Award for his support for organizations including the Boys and Girls Club of Fullerton, Donate Life, Fullerton School District, Cal State Fullerton and more.

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TRULY AMAZING LOCATION

Located on a prime lot with golf course views and so many upgrades beyond your imagination. Offering approx. 1351 sq. ft with 3 bedrooms and 3 bath. Two car attached garage and large front courtyard. 12969 Ternberry $499,000.00

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CULDESAC LOCATION

Offering approx 4000 sq. ft. with 5 bedrooms and 4 baths. Spacious bonus room could be a 6th bedroom. Beautifully appointed with stone and hardwood floors. Newly remodeled kitchen with granite counters and center island. The yard is complete with pool/spa and built in BBQ area with a cozy fireplace. Nice views and located on a culdesac. 5 Blackhawk $929,000.00

TRULY AMAZING

Offering approx 4700 sq. ft with 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths. Incredible traditional floorplan with all the upgrades.Oversized gourmet kitchen and adjoining family room with large breakfast nook. Private backyard complete with pool/spa, outside family room and built in BBQ. 12 Salinger $1,199,000.00

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