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Celebrate the last days of summer with a weekend getaway for the whole family
Plan a quick family getaway to enjoy summer’s final days Before those magical summer days vanish into fall, now is a good time to pack your suitcases, load up the car and escape on a final summer adventure. The late days of summer offer much to enjoy for a new segment of traveler: the Seekender. They are bold adventurers who take advantage of the weekend to pursue their passions. Professional surfer Bethany Hamilton knows a few things about the Seekender lifestyle. “With my family, we seek to live the life we love together, especially on the weekend of busy work-filled weeks,” Bethany says. Does this sound like you and your family? Get out the map, choose a place you haven’t experienced yet and get ready for a fun weekend. This is how Bethany does it: Put a cap on drive time: Don’t waste the weekend with hours and hours in the car. Bethany tries to avoid ultralong travel days, so her little one can get a nap in. Find a destination you can reach without hassle within three hours or so, while the kids doze and relax in the back seat. On Saturday, you’ll wake up at your getaway spot, ready to seize the weekend. Think simple: Don’t book every
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Pony Palooza Wrap Up: Blenheim EquiSports Hosts Two Weeks of Pony Power
Cavour with Juliette Joseph and (l-r) Blenheim EquiSports’ Melissa Brandes, Brandon Seger and Chris Norden of Markel Insurance, Karen Perlow, Equitex Leading Hunter Trainer Archie Cox and Balmoral Farm Leading Hunter Owner Grace Russo. Photos by McCool Starting with the Emerson Burr Horsemanship Grant Exam, a Zone Ten Pony Challenge in the middle and ending with a Markel Pony Derby, Pony Palooza days were filled with gorgeous small, medium and large ponies that modeled, strutted and jumped on the grass. When not competing, pony riders participated in quizzes, cupcake and ice cream parties and wore smiles that could be seen for miles. The $5,000 Markel Pony Hunter Derby Seventeen ponies participated in the $5,000 Markel Pony Hunter Derby on a sunny Saturday morning during the Blenheim Red, White & Blue Classic. After two rounds and all the scores were tallied, Cavour (Grace Russo, owner) and Juliette
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Joseph earned the top call, blue ribbon and high score of the day. Starting the morning with donuts and drinks courtesy of Blenheim EquiSports, pony riders negotiated the classic round with twelve returning for the handy. As can happen in a round with tight turns and trot jumps, minor mishaps affected scores. However, several showed some true handy colors and earned top scores. Augusta Iwasaki on the adorable medium True Colors moved up to second overall by scoring an impressive 88 + 9 handy points. Joseph and Cavour came in with an 83 and stayed on top with a handy score of 86 + 8 handy points. Joseph and Cavour, trained by Archie Cox, met this winter at Thermal when she first competed on him. “He is still green, but is a very brave and dependable pony. He’s super fun to ride and easy to find the distances on. He is not spooky and is very predictable,” she remarked. Other stellar handy scores went to Iwasaki on Goodness Gracious (85+8), ultimately third in the class, Skylar Wireman and Little Cutie Patootie (84+7), who also earned the Small Pony High Score Award and finished fourth overall. Northern Californian Avery Glynn and Pink Cadillac were fifth, with handy scores of 84 +4. High Score Awards, generously sponsored by Liz Reilly and Chris Iwasaki of Makoto Farms with Nick Haness of Hunterbrook Farms were awarded to: Cavour for the Large section, True Colors for the medium
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section and Little Cutie Patootie for the small section. Congratulations also to Archie Cox, winner of the Equitex Leading Hunter Trainer prize, and to Cavour’s owner, Grace Russo, who won the Balmoral Farm Leading Hunter Owner Award. Martine, the groom for Charlie’s Angel, took home the Shapley’s Best Turned Out Award. The USHJA Zone 10 Pony Challenge Over 50 ponies came to play in the USHJA Zone 10 Pony Challenge on a lovely weekend during the Blenheim June Classic III. Saturday’s scores on the line and under saddle, were tallied with Sunday’s over fences class to determine the top Zone 10 ponies of 2016. Medium pony Captain America (owner, Mackenzie Root), with Augusta Iwasaki in the irons, had a grand total of 259 to earn the Overall Grand Champion award. It was Iwasaki’s first time showing this pony and they hit it off, finishing with solid scores of 86 (model), 88 (under saddle) and 85 (over fences) in the three classes. On a pony she started riding in June, Iwasaki also piloted Small Illustration (Lorelei Riding Ponies, breeder and owner) to the Green Pony Grand Champion. This East Coast-bred Welsh pony also earned a grand total of 259. Erin Marbut, of Lorelei Riding Ponies, knew that they had a special pony when they imported Small Illustration from the U.K. in 2014. “I’ve seen lots of ponies over the years, and had never seen one move
like this one - as if she’s floating on clouds, and so quiet.” Marbut continued, “In all my years of showing, I had never won a cooler - and at Blenheim, she won two!” More congratulations go to the ponies and riders that also earned high scores for division championships and reserve championships, including Medium Pony Reserve Champion Stella Wasserman aboard Trillville, with 82, 85 and 83. Wasserman was also Reserve Champion in the Small Pony division on Blueberry Hill, earning 86, 84 and 81. And Evelyn Walker walked away with Small Pony Champion on Royal Moment with scores of 84, 88 and 80.5. Emerson Burr Horsemanship Grant During the first week of Pony Palooza, pony riders participated in the Emerson Burr Horsemanship Grant Exam. Testing the equestrian knowledge of the sport’s future star riders, the winners were: Stella Wasserman (age group 9-11); Juliette Joseph (age group 12-14); and Hannah Heiber (age group 15-17). Makoto Farms & Hunterbrook Farms kept everyone smiling after racking their brains on the exam, by sponsoring the Zone 10 Pony Hunter Challenge Cupcake Party. Thanks also to the Walker and Seltzer families for sponsoring the Ice Cream Party. Blenheim EquiSports wishes all ponies large, medium and small a great second half of 2016. Looking forward to Pony Palooza 2017!
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The Orange County Fire Authority said a fast- moving brush fire in the Holy Jim Canyon area of the Cleveland National Forest spread to 155 acres on Wednesday, Trabuco Canyon, and Holy Jim Canyon named for the legendary hermit and primitive pottymouth, extend through the Cleveland National Forest like the legs of a pair of pants. Where they meet is
the wind-swept Bell Ridge, where the blaze was first reported around 4 a.m. on Wednesday is only about five miles from Rancho Santa Margarita. By 7:00 a.m. the Orange County Fire Authority had amassed nearly 200 firefighters who were battling the 100-foot-tall flames causing towers of glowing hot smoke from the nownamed ‘Holy Jim Brushfire’ to rise over 500 feet in the air, visible from as
far away as Mission Viejo and Ladera Ranch, and filling the air with the acrid smell of burning Sage. The Orange County Fire Authority aided by its’ own Air Force of more than seven air tankers and eleven water dropping helicopters, promptly reduced the dangers of the Holy Jim Horror, and by day’s end on Thursday the fire was well contained, the Orange County Fire Authority said.
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Giving your kids the tools for a healthy back-to-school season For moms, family and children are their No. 1 priority. Keeping everyone safe, healthy and happy is a huge part of everyday life. However, each year, parents send their kids back to school knowing they will be exposed to germs, making prevention of sickness a priority. Statistics show that schoolage children can have between seven and 12 colds per year, meaning moms need to be on their guard against germs at home and at school. So what can families to do ensure their students have a healthy, productive school year? This year, Kleenex brand and Box Tops for Education(TM), one of the nation’s largest school fundraising loyalty programs, are working together to share tips for a healthier back-to-school season. Below are some of their top recommendations: * Even though facial tissue is required in every classroom, moms may not be aware of how Kleenex brand tissues can help keep kids’ hands clean - or how they support schools. As a champion of healthy kids and schools, Kleenex brand is supporting this back-to-school season in two ways: by promoting healthy kids with new Kleenex Everyday
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Remember your pets in this extreme heat, too With extremely hot weather forecasted for the next few days, the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center is urging animal owners to remember that heat affects our pets too. Animals have higher body temperatures than we do and less ability to cool down. Humans are covered with sweat glands, but our pets’ sweat glands are confined to their nose, mouth and pads of the feet. An over-heating dog, for example, can only regulate its own body temperature through panting, which is not terribly effective in extremely hot weather. You can take precautions to keep your pet safe during this heat wave: NEVER, under any circumstance, leave an animal in a parked car. This is very dangerous, as the temperatures inside a car increase greatly in hot weather. Always ensure your pet is kept in a well-ventilated area. It is not appropriate to house a pet in a garage or on a patio. Ideally, during
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E i g h t way s to h e l p k i d s h o n e t h e i r h o m e w o r k h a b i t s Helping children with their homework requires more than an understanding of the subject matter, whether it’s algebra or world literature. To help children succeed throughout the school year, it’s important for parents to nurture positive study habits and organizational skills, and provide kids with a home environment that fosters concentration. “Whether your kids are just learning to read, write and spell, or they are studying for the SATs, we parents have an opportunity to help instill work and study habits that will stick with our children for life,” says education and parenting expert Dr. Michele Borba, who is the bestselling author of 22 parenting books and a frequent TODAY show contributor. Borba offers parents some easy tips to help children of all ages develop skills that will help them reach their academic goals: * Give them space - Create a dedicated space for homework and study. This underscores the importance of homework to kids. If you don’t have room for a homework desk, consider keeping all homework and study tools in a bin or box that children can take out and use every day. Keep all essentials in one place to help avoid time wasted looking for the dictionary, ruler, calculator or other tool. * Create a routine - Choose a time that works best for your child to do homework, then stick to that time every day. A set and predictable schedule helps minimize homework
battles. “Work before play” can motivate kids to get their homework done, but if your child plays sports or has other after-school commitments, doing homework after dinner may be the best option. * Give them smart tools and study aids - Just as your mechanic can’t fix your car without the right tools, it’s hard for kids to do homework without the proper tools. Choose tools like the new Post-it Study collection (www. Post-it.com), which is designed to help students stay organized and use time efficiently. For example, Post-it Study Message Flags are restickable flags that feature helpful reminders like “Study,” “To Do” and “On Test” that help kids highlight material that needs additional attention. Note Tabs, Page Markers, Flags and other products in this collection by Postit Brand stick securely to papers, notebooks, textbooks and more - yet remove cleanly - to help kids organize information during homework and study time. * Avoid distractions - Establish a technology-free zone for homework and studying. Turn off TVs, ban text messaging and ensure kids are using their PC for research, rather than Facebook. This measure may seem obvious to you, but remember - kids are so tied to tech these days that they may be surprised to find out they can more efficiently use their time without the distractions of technology. * Map out assignments - Help children plot homework on a schedule so they have simple reminders of daily,
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* Emphasize the effort - Stressing perseverance and effort in a task helps children work longer and harder, because they recognize their success is based on how hard they work. Instead of asking “What score did you get?” ask “How hard are you working?” * Effective study habits - Spreading out study sessions and practice testing were the two most-effective learning tactics, according to a recent report by the Association for Psychological Science. Both techniques involve strong time management skills. Help children think of study sessions or pieces of a larger project as daily to-dos, and just as important as the homework assignment that may be due tomorrow. - (BPT)
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Whether you’re a trained chef or simply enjoy cooking at home, there’s always a certain amount of trepidation at the thought of having guests for dinner. Do you go out on a culinary limb and serve something impressively daring, or do you play it safe with a tried and true menu? If you decide to take a chance, how daring are you? And, if your menu is an adventure for the taste buds, what wine do you pair with it? Recently, malbec received praise for being a versatile wine and a great choice for food pairing. In fact, when surveyed, more than half of culinary professionals agreed that malbec pairs with many types of foods. Whether you’re serving something wildly daring, such as five-spice crusted short ribs with miso black garlic jus, or something mildly daring, like rigatoni with spicy salami and tomato sauce, you can’t go wrong pairing it with malbec. Alamos Malbec, America’s most preferred malbec, is grown in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in Argentina. The result is grapes that combine bold layers of flavor and excellent natural acidity for a wine that pairs beautifully with just about any meal. “Our unique growing conditions of intense sunlight and cool evening temperatures produce malbec grapes with incredible flavor making the wine highly versatile for pairing with food,” says Alamos Winemaker Felipe
Stahlschmidt. Entertain with confidence by leaning on malbec’s versatility. Consider pushing the culinary envelope, and pair malbec with daring cuisine, such as this recipe for Manchego and Chorizo-Stuffed Piquillo Peppers. Your guests will be impressed (and your reputation in the kitchen preserved). For more daring pairings, visit www. tastingtable.com/alamos. Manchego and Chorizo Stuffed Piquillo Peppers Pair with Alamos Malbec Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Ingredients: 1/2 pound smoked firm Spanish chorizo, chopped 3/4 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup seeded, chopped tomato 1/3 cup Alamos Malbec 1/4 cup chopped yellow bell pepper 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 cup shredded Manchego cheese, plus extra for topping 12 canned or jarred piquillo peppers, well drained (may substitute roasted red bell peppers if piquillo peppers are unavailable) Directions: Preheat oven to 450 F. Cook chorizo, onion and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat for 10 minutes or until onion is soft, stirring frequently. Stir in tomato, malbec, yellow bell pepper and seasonings
and cook for 10 minutes more or until all excess liquid has cooked off. Stir in cheese. Fill piquillo peppers with equal amounts of filling and place stuffed peppers in a shallow baking
dish. Sprinkle with additional cheese, if desired, and cook in preheated oven for 5 minutes or until peppers are hot and cheese is melted. Makes 6 appetizer servings. (BPT)
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Santa margarita surprised by mission viejo diablos
The Eagles gather together before the start of last Friday’s game against Mission Viejo. By: Sean Zeitler Photos by: Robert Russell In a highly anticipated season opener that featured two of the top five ranked teams in Orange County, it was Mission Viejo claiming bragging rights as the Diablos defeated the Eagles, 48-21. Mission Viejo struck fast and early, putting up 27 first quarter points courtesy of quarterback Matthew McDonald striking for 181 passing yards and three touchdowns in the first quarter alone. McDonald would go on to finish his night with 379 passing yards and 42 rushing yards as the Eagles struggled to contain him on the ground and in the air. In his debut as an Eagle, junior Malone Mataele stole the show, returning two kickoffs of 99 and 94 yards for touchdowns. In all, Mataele finished his special team’s night with five kickoff returns for 270 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 53.8 yards a return. Mataele’s breakout night was good enough to etch his name into the Santa Margarita record books. Malone’s 270 total kickoff return yards in a game was the most in school history, the previous record was set back in 2008 when Logan Sweet had 201 yards against Mater Dei. Interestingly enough, Mataele is now tied with four other Eagles for the most kickoff returns in a season with his two against Mission Viejo alone. He now ties Johnny Walker (2000), Ryan Maxwell (2005), AJ Cruz (2008), and Cory Thomson (2009). His third and final record of the evening tied him for the longest kickoff return of 99 yards with two former Eagles, Spencer Tyson against Poway High School in 2009, and Thomson against Tesoro in 2010. Offensively, the Eagles managed 202 yards with 38 on the ground and 164 in the air. Starting at quarterback for the Eagles was senior Richard Wagner, who finished his evening Page 10
10/17 for 81 yards, 30 of which came after connecting with junior Mark Eaton. Eaton would finish the night as the leading receiver for the Eagles with two catches for 72 yards and a long of 42 from sophomore Brenden Costello who came in to replace Wagner in the second half. Joining Eaton was Oklahoma-bound senior wideout Grant Calcaterra, who hauled in seven catches for 33 yards. Costello, making his varsity debut, threw for 83 yards and completed 58% of his passes after connecting on seven of 12. Costello was also As always, “The Eagles Nest” was in full force and in mid-season form the leading rusher for the Eagles, and living up to the hype as one of the county’s top student sections. carrying the ball eight times for 26 yards and a touchdown. Defensively, it was the line backing trio of senior Jaden Digravio and juniors Caden Fitch and Sean Toohey leading all tacklers for the Eagles. Toohey led the way with 11 tackles, with DiGravio and Fitch each having 10 of their own. Junior Joe Canty, stepping in for an injured Matteo Spinosi who left the game after the first play, brought down his first varsity interception and returned it for 17 yards. The Eagles look to turn the page tonight in their home opener as they play host to the visiting Cubs Sophomore Brendan Costello (15) Junior safety Joe Canty (10) of Loyola High School from Los Angeles. Loyola is coming off of a 2415 win over Highland High School of Palmdale last Friday. Loyola, playing out of the Mission League, is coming off of a 9-3 2015 campaign where they lost to St. John Bosco in the second round of CIF, 52-14. Tonight’s game will be played at Saddleback College with kickoff set for 7:00pm. Ticket sales and gates will open at 5:00pm. Tickets for adults are $8.00, kids 12 and under are $1.00, tickets for adults 65 years are older are $5.00, and active and non-active military are free with their military ID. Students with their school ID’s are Junior Malone Mataele (22) returns a kickoff for 99 yards and a also free. touchdown.
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Huntington Beach Edison Chargers Surge Past Tesoro T ita ns in S ea s o n O p e n e r Story by: Sandra White Photos by: Cindy Williams Huntington Beach High School’s Edison Chargers were looking for sweet revenge against the Tesoro Titan team that handed them a 19-point loss last year and are now 2-0 in their first two games of the season. While Tesoro clung to a narrow 14-10 lead early in the second half with a 29-yard touchdown reception by Tesoro Titan 6’5” Wide receiver Shane Coleman (9), the Chargers rumbled on to victory over Tesoro, with the final score of 31-14. But the game was passionately played by the Titans, notably Titan Quarterback Hunter Fuentes who edged out transfer quarterbacks Aaron Angelo’s and Chase Petersen to take command of the evening. Cifuentes tossed 9 of 15 for 112 yards before the half with several serious threatening advances. Edison Signal Caller Griffin
O’Connor threw for 188 yards and two touchdowns, and Charger Shaun Colamonico caught seven passes for 82 yards and two touchdowns. O’Connor also pulled off a surprise quarterback sneak in the fourth quarter for another score Tesoro Titan Running Back Graeden Sharpe (43) made a conversion on fourth-and-5 heading for another Titans touchdown drive. Titan Defensive Lineman Gavin Chambers (99) had two sacks, and Tesoro Defensive Back and Wide Receiver Jacob Nowland (4) also scored an interception for the Titans. Edison running back McCade Barrett returned the following kickoff 81 yards, setting up a Charger Jack Carmichael’s short yardage score from 5 yards away. The Chargers Colamonico raced across the middle for a 20-yard score putting Edison ahead by 24-14, on their way to victory.
TESORO TOUCHDOWN By Wide Receiver Shane Coleman (9)
Tesoro Running Back Greaden Sharpe (43) Breaks Free for Dramatic Gain.
SACKED AGAIN! Tesoro defensive lineman Gavin Chambers (99) disrupts the ChargersOffense
Titan Defensive End James Williams (23) Prevents the Charger Run
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55th Annual Roy Emerson Tennis Classic Kick Off Party Benefits Adoption Guild Photos by Ann Chatillon The Adoption Guild of Southern Orange County kicked off the 55th Annual Roy Emerson Adoption Guild Tennis Classic with its Tournament during the day, and rocking Kick Off Party that evening. Opening rounds were held at Palisades and Newport Beach Tennis Clubs. Under balmy skies and a beautiful sunset, The Guild welcomed both Tournament Players and Non-Players alike - to The Tournament Kickoff Party, held by the newly remodeled pool at the beautiful Newport Beach Tennis Club. Approximately twenty local restaurants and vendors donated fare for the hungry guests, including Il Fornaio Restaurant, Myer’s Natural Angus Beef, California Pizza Kitchen, Garduno’s, Cest Si Bon, Hi Time Wine Cellars, La Cave Restaurant, Ho Sum Bistro, Blue Water Grill, Rubio’s Restaurant, Newport Rib Co., Newport Beach Tennis Club, Sabatino’s Lido Sausage Co., Sapori’s Ristorante, Trader Joe’s, Hi Time Wine Cellars, Starbuck’s Coffee, Woody’s Diner, and Nothing Bundt Cakes. The evening’s menu included delectables such as assorted Italian hordeurvres, tasty beef slices, Blackened Tilapia Tacos cooked on site, Asian BBQ Ribs, Chicken Artichoke Pasta, Clam Chowder, classic Italian sausage and peppers, with tiramisu, assorted Bundt cake bites, cheesecake, and Starbucks coffee for dessert. Dinner Entertainment was provided by The Newport Beat, who appears regularly at Muldoon’s Restaurant. Then from 8 pm to midnight, it was dancing to the sounds of The Tom Solis Band. A photo booth and raffle offering such delights as World Team Tennis tickets, wine and scotch baskets, kept guests entertained as well. With the kick off of the Roy Emerson Adoption Guild Tennis Classic, the Guild extended thanks to Guild Donors and Underwriters Jackie Glass/ Kling Family Foundation, Steve and Pam Fossler, Jeannie Hidey, Doug and Jeanne Jackson, J.D. Kelleher, Pam Selber, and Larry and Heather Arnold. Other donors include Dr. Sunny Park, Christine Johnson, Geoffrey and Debbie Sampson, Rod and Liz Maxson, Harriet Selna, Patricia Houston, as well as its major corporate donors Allergan, Northern Trust Bank, Coca Cola, Hi Time Wine Cellars, William Harold Jewelers and Fletcher Jones Mercedes Benz. Working feverishly behind the bar were volunteers Dennis Telfer, Henry Kutlo, Dennis Claus, and Kent Blasiar. Chaired by Sue Podany, the Tournament Kick Off Party Committee included Joyce White, Carol Adams, Stephanie Peleuses, Jeri Nevins, Kim Mishow, Marge Scannell, and Christine Johnson. Spotted among the Guests were Tennis Great Roy Emerson, Bob and Britt Meyer, Il Forneo’s Chef Marcello and Jennifer Apollonio, Newport Beach Tennis Club Owner Steve Joyce, Northern Trust’s Burton Gonzell and fiancé Julia Brown, La Cave Restaurant Owners Mike & Laura Palitz, Diana Hurst, Woody’s Owner Lori Schroeder, Jackie Glass & attorney Paul Migdal. For over fifty years, the Adoption Guild of Southern Orange County has supported Holy Family Services Adoption and Foster Care Agency. With the hope of giving every child an opportunity to have a loving family, dedicated Adoption Guild volunteers work each year to present two major fund-raising events: the Patroness Tea and Roy Emerson Adoption Guild Tennis Classic in May. All proceeds benefit Holy Family Services. Since 1961, Adoption Guild has generated over $4.7 million in funding, contributing to approximately 3000 adoptions. For more information, visit adoptionguild.org.
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Six ways studying abroad can change your life Many students study abroad each year for only a few months, or even weeks. But the experiences and lessons learned go on to impact them well past that brief time, and the benefits of their travels don’t stop once they return home. Studying abroad isn’t just a chance to explore foreign cities, but a time to grow, learn and expand your connections globally. Here are a few ways a study abroad experience can change your life: * It can increase your employability. Employers are in tune with the benefits of studying abroad, research by Global HR News found. About 75 percent cited study abroad as important when evaluating the resume of a job candidate for an entry-level position. When Victoria Koutris returned from her semester studying abroad in Sydney, where she interned with the Sydney-Rabbitohs Rugby Club, she scored an internship with the Boston Bruins followed by another with IMG. Now graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst, she is an assistant account executive at the sports marketing and media agency, Optimum Sports, in New York City. *It can open up opportunities to work abroad. Thinking about working abroad after college? The same survey found that 80 percent of human
resources executives think study abroad is important when considering a candidate for an overseas job placement. “I enjoyed my time abroad so much that I decided to travel some more and I am now a certified English-asa-foreign-language teacher in Chiang Mai, Thailand,” says Eli Molin, who spent a semester in Florence, Italy. Auburn University graduate, Carlos Olivieri, completed an internship with the Great Wall Club while he studied abroad in Beijing. The same company has since hired him as a full-timeinternational marketing manager. * It just might change your worldview. One of the most valuable lessons one can learn from studying abroad is that there’s a whole world to explore beyond the United States. Once you’ve seen it and lived in it, the rest of the world becomes a lot more tangible. The vast contrasts between home and your study abroad city will strike you as you take in the streets filled with diversity, the air with hundreds of different languages and the walls with art and posters advertising events like Diwali and celebrations of Australia Day. “The study abroad experience opened up an entirely new world to me, literally, and showed me that there is so much more to life beyond my small town,” says Gareth
Leonard, a study abroad alum from SUNY Fredonia in Fredonia, Calif., who spent a semester in London. “Since then, I have lived in Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia and Guatemala, building relationships, learning Spanish, and adapting to my surroundings.” * It allows you to explore your individuality and personal development. Away from the constraints and expectations of home, you’re free not only to explore the world around you but also yourself. Missouri School of Journalism student Allison Goldberg studied in London. She now knows she can travel even with a serious disease. “Other than having less space in my carry-on bag, my diabetes has not in any way, shape, or form hindered my experience abroad,” Goldberg says. * Studying abroad can also improve your storytelling abilities. You’ll have more than enough raw material to work with and being able to illustrate your point with a real life story makes for interesting conversation, and also better answers during an interview. Some students go on to write blogs about their experiences abroad, which is a great way to reflect and also to share your writing skills with the world. * It expands your global network. Even if you don’t return to live
or work there, the city where you studied abroad will always feel like a home away from home. Once your experience is over, keeping in touch with friends you make on the other side of the world couldn’t be easier thanks to social media. You’ll bump into plenty of others looking to expand their own global networks and that includes locals, people who work abroad, intern abroad, or are simply travelling through. These new connections can also increase your opportunities to travel to new areas you otherwise might not have considered venturing to. It’s also a lot of fun to invite your international friends to stay with you in your hometown so they can see where you live. If you’re thinking about studying abroad, there’s no better time than now. Learn more at www.capa.org/ faqs. - (BPT)
E n t e r ta i n i n g w i t h a f r e s h, l o c a l t w i s t The pleasant weather of late summer and early fall is ideal for outdoor gatherings. Instead of a go-to meal of burgers and potato salad, explore your culinary side and try something fresh and different. Entertaining with local vegetables and flavorful garden herbs can be easy, healthy and delicious. Farmers markets are often the best source for ingredients straight from the garden. With the USDA National Farmers Markets Directory listing approximately 8,000 across the country, there is sure to be a great local market minutes from your home with everything you need for a perfect seasonal soirée. Menu magic Before heading out to purchase your ingredients, decide what’s on the menu for your party or get-together. Keep it simple. Fresh, local produce is full of flavor and doesn’t need to be used in an especially complex meal to satisfy taste buds. For an informal gathering, a salsa verde is an easy-tomake accompaniment to fish, chicken or pork and a delicious snack paired with baked, homemade tortilla chips. The salsa can be prepared in minutes using a high-powered blender like the Vitamix 5200, so you can spend less time prepping and more time enjoying your guests. For a more formal dinner with friends, make a twist on the traditional spaghetti and meatballs. Wholewheat pasta tossed with a healthy pesto makes for a lighter meal that’s perfect for a balmy evening. Page 14
Ingredients like kale, spinach, roasted red pepper, garlic and olive oil, along with fresh herbs and spices, blend together beautifully after just seconds in a Vitamix machine. Smart shopping Once you’ve completed your menu, it’s time to visit your local farmers market to pick up the ingredients. Arrive early, when the market is less busy, and familiarize yourself with the producers. Ask them questions about when the produce was picked and how to tell if it’s ripe, developing a relationship with them for future visits. If you’re shopping early in the week, make sure the ingredients you’re using for your dish will stay fresh until your weekend party, and ask the vendors for advice on storage. Have fun experimenting with new ingredients. Pick up a few golden beets, red dragon carrots or purple potatoes, which house amazing nutritional benefits and pack a tremendous amount of flavor into any meal. Clean, prepare and pair Clean your produce thoroughly and be aware that vegetables from farmers markets may have more dirt on them than the ones you pick up at the grocery store as they are fresh from the farm. Keep the preparation simple to allow the natural flavors to shine. To make your meals pop, plate them on inexpensive bamboo or melamine dinner plates in cheerful colors. Serving trays in dark colors or woods will complement the colorful
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dishes and simplify the transport of food and utensils from the kitchen to your dinner table or patio. If you have extra fruit, vegetables or herbs, use them for a refreshing drink, such as cucumber lemonade for the kids, a blended green smoothie or a strawberry basil mojito for the adults. These fresh and delicious beverages will entice the senses and complete your farm-to-table meal. Tomatillo Salsa Yield: 1 cup Total time: 10 minutes Ingredients 8 tomatillos, peeled, stewed 2 scallions, halved 1/4 jalapeño, halved, seeded 1/2 garlic clove, peeled 1 teaspoon lime juice 1/2 cup fresh cilantro 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid. Select variable 1. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to variable 7. Blend for 15 seconds or just until chopped. If necessary, use tamper to push the ingredients into the blades while processing. Do not over-mix. Serve as a dip or as an accompaniment. Kale Pesto Yield: 1 1/4 cups Total time: 20 minutes Ingredients 4 cups chopped kale 1/2 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar 1/4 cup roasted red pepper 2 garlic cloves, roasted, peeled 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 Tablespoons toasted pepitas 1/2 cup fresh spinach, loosely packed 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper Directions In a large pot of salted, boiling water, blanch 4 cups of kale for 4 minutes. Shock in a bowl filled with ice and water; strain. Once water has drained away, press out as much water as possible, leaving 1/2 cup of blanched kale. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid. Select variable 7. Use the on/off switch to quickly pulse 15 to 20 times, using the tamper to press the ingredients into the blades. Serve over pasta, or with bruschetta and flatbread as a dip. - (BPT)
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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 Bahar Restaurant
They offer moderately priced and high-quality Persian food made fresh from scratch. We promise great service and clean restaurant. Your total satisfaction is always guaranteed.
27771 Center Dr., Mission Viejo 949-340-1011 Blk Burgrz
Offering an extensive menu of premium American Wagyu and Kobe beef burgers, along with salads and entrees such as chicken, salmon and salmon risotto. There is a full bar with more than 50 craft beers, more than a dozen draft beer, and bottles of your favorite domestic and imported beer.
27742 Antonio Pkwy Ste K7, Ladera Ranch 949-429-6666 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.
25672 Crown Valley Pkwy. Ladera Ranch 949-218-1515
Cosmo’s Italian Kitchen
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Come and join us for delicious authentic Italian food in a warm, friendly atmosphere.
Sushi and Japanese Cuisine.
American cuisine, steaks, seafood, lamb, pork chops and not to mention an array of appetizers and desserts. The quality of food here is amazing.
28562 Oso Pkwy, Las Flores 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.
27702 Crown Valley Pkwy E-3, Ladera Ranch 949-365-8777 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.
26012 Marguerite Pkwy #A, Mission Viejo 949-348-2386 Harlow’s Cuisine & Cocktails Harlow’s Kitchen is a beautiful blend of old school and contemporary styles boasting West coast farm-totable seasonal fare, a craft bar, and a passionate staff. The décor is a rich and elegant throwback to 1800’s Europe with a bit of a New Orleans vibe.
31111 Rancho Viejo Rd., San Juan Capistrano 949-240-8100 Jerry’s Wood Fired Dogs
Monster salad bar, great steaks, full bar with a wide selection of beers and wines to choose from.
27845 Santa Margarita Pkwy, Mission Viejo 949-461-7170
1701 Corporate Drive, Ladera Ranch 949-364-7080
Corky’s Kitchen & Bakery
Jalapeno’s Restaurant
Famous for their pancakes as big as your plate and their breakfast combos. They also serve a variety of lunch and dinner items as well as homemade pies and cookies.
27522 Antonio Pkwy, Ladera Ranch 949-364-4439
27742 Antonio Pkwy Ste K6, Ladera Ranch 949-429-2772 Loving hut Gourmet cuisine made with wholesome, vegan ingredients, and it offers an accessible starting point for those making the noble transition to a plant-based diet.
27522 Antonio Parkway, Suite P2, Ladera Ranch. 949-365-1077 O’Neill’s Bar & Grill
Smokey Joe croissants, sausage, eggs, bacon also try their hot link breakfast burrito, for lunch the wood fired dogs have all best flavors, tastes and toppings.
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Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Authentic Mexican food including chili Verde, omelets, huevos rancheros, tostadas, carne asada, menudo, traditional burritos including beef, chicken, fish, beans (Vegetarian), chile relleno, taquitos, enchiladas, imported and domestic beers.
Located at the Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club we have daily specials include fresh fish, steaks, pizza and hearty sandwiches.
26772 Avery Pkwy, Mission Viejo. 949-305-5100 Paul’s Pantry The best family owned breakfast and lunch menu that specializes in homestyle cooking.
27409 Bellogente, Mission Viejo. 949-364-1088 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.
31105 Rancho Viejo Rd., San Juan Capistrano 949-481-9596 Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar Contemporary setting for Italian fare plus an extensive wine list with recommended food pairings.
27211 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano 949-661-8466
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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
27780 Vista del Lago, Mission Viejo 949-859-9556 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, Mission Viejo, 949-364-6661 The Ranch Sports Grill All Laker games, NHL, Fox Soccer and all Top Games plus Taco Tuesdays, Slider Wednesdays, Taste of Italy Thursdays, DJ Friday nights.
27412 Antonio Pkwy. Ladera Ranch 949-429-7737
27602 Antonio Pkwy, Ladera Ranch 949-364-5614
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Helping moms get finances on track for now and the future Being a mom is a full-time job. No matter how old the children are, a mom is on call at all hours of the day and night, responding to injuries and broken hearts, handling homework questions, setting household rules, and establishing consequences if said rules are broken. But moms often have other jobs as well, juggling household chores, managing finances and often holding a full-time job. Unfortunately, when the work load becomes too much, something can fall by the wayside, and often that something is finances. Only 24 percent of moms report they are satisfied with their current financial situation. They admit they are struggling to make ends meet, or are worried about their financial future, according to the -State of the American Mom Study released by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) in 2013. “It’s no secret in today’s world that moms are stretched thin, but their finances shouldn’t have to suffer as a
result,” says Tara Reynolds, corporate vice president with MassMutual. Moms can get their finances on track with a few tips from MassMutual: * Be prepared - Emergencies are not predictable, but if you have an emergency fund, you can protect yourself and your future plans for your family if you find yourself in a troubling financial situation. * Protect your income - Families often don’t take into account the salary a stay-at-home mom would earn if she were to be paid for the work she does. If something were to happen to you as a stayat-home mom, preventing you from doing these duties, your family may experience some troubling out-ofpocket expenses. With the help of a financial professional, you can explore financial options to ensure that you’re planning ahead adequately no matter what the future holds. “Luckily, finding an experienced professional for your finances can be easier than finding help for child care
or other things that cause stress for today’s moms,” Reynolds says. “This can make all the difference in helping moms achieve financial security for themselves and their families.” * Plan now, not later - Don’t procrastinate when it comes to planning for your financial future. No one knows what the future will bring, so now is the time to sit down and think about how to pass your assets - but not your taxes - to your heirs. * Have the talk - Schedule a monthly meeting to sit down with
your spouse or significant other - or children if they’re old enough - to discuss your finances. It’s critical for family members to have a full understanding of all debt and assets in order to build a realistic plan. The survey found only one-third of moms currently use the services of a financial professional to help them with their investments and insurance needs. Set up a meeting today to get your finances on track for both your current needs and those of the future. - (BPT)
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ONLY $1.00 PER WORD! Ladera Ranch News Legal Notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-621570BF Order No.: 110466036-CA-BFI NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVI DED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/20/2005. 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 C ode 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): HAIEDE GHORISHI, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 6/23/2005 as Instrument No. 2005000488178 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ORANGE County, California; Date of Sale: 9/16/2016 at 3:00PM Place of Sale: On the front steps to the entrance of the Orange Civic Center, located at 300 E. Chapman Orange, California 92866 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $653,738.38 The purported property address is: 1 RED LEAF LANE, LADERA RANCH, CA 92694 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 930-02-828 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
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ladera ranch school directory Ladera Ranch is served by the Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD), a highly acclaimed district with a tradition of academic excellence. Three new CUSD public school sites are planned for Ladera Ranch, including two kindergartens through fifth grade elementary schools and a kindergarten through fifth grade and sixth through eighth grade dual campus. These school sites are strategically located close to residential areas, parks, playgrounds, and nature preserves. The Capistrano Unified School District advises that schools available to Ladera Ranch residents are: Ladera Ranch Elementary and Middle School 29551 Sienna Parkway Ladera Ranch, CA 949-234-5915 Grades K-5 and 6-8 Located on one, 17-acre site. The elementary and middle schools will be two separate campuses with a shared common administrative facility. A special feature of the two schools will be the addition of a first of its kind two-story public library. Ladera Ranch K-8 students will have exclusive access to the lower level of the library during school hours, with public access available at 3:30PM. The upper level of the library will be open regularly to the public. Ladera Ranch Elementary School is the second CUSD elementary built in Ladera Ranch while Ladera Ranch Middle School is CUSD’s first middle school in the community. Chaparral Elementary School 29001 Sienna Parkway Ladera Ranch, CA 949-234-5349 Grades K-5 Ladera Ranch holds the distinction of being California’s first connected community and capitalizes on this technological infrastructure with ‘elearning’ opportunities for all students.
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At Chaparral Elementary, the mission is clear and vital: To help all children learn, to learn more tomorrow than they learn today, and to learn more next year than they learn this year. Oso Grande Elementary School 30251 Sienna Parkway Ladera Ranch, CA 949-234-5966 Grades K-5 Oso Grande Elementary School is the third K-5 elementary school to open in five years serving the growing community of Ladera Ranch. This beautiful facility is located adjacent to Oso Grande Park in close proximity to the new skate park and water park in Ladera Ranch. It is truly a stateof-the-art school featuring a large multipurpose room with multimedia capabilities, spacious classrooms for all grades with skylights, wireless internet access throughout the school and a covered lunch area located away from the main building. Fred Newhart Middle School 25001 Veterans Way Mission Viejo, CA 949-855-0162 Grades 6-8 Newhart Middle School is located in the heart of Mission Viejo and has been honored as a National Blue Ribbon School and a California Distinguished School. Newhart’s Stanford 9 test scores are among the highest in the state. Newhart has a balanced and comprehensive curriculum, extensive parent and community support, and a safe and nurturing environment. Tesoro High School 1 Tesoro Creek Road Las Flores, CA 949-234-5310 Grades 9-12 Tesoro High School, Capistrano Unified School District’s fifth comprehensive high school, opened its doors in the Fall of 2001. An extensive program in academics, including col-
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lege prep and Advanced Placement courses, special education services, and fine and performing arts are offered. Capistrano Valley High School 26301 Via Escolar Mission Viejo, CA 949-364-6100 Grades 9-12 Capistrano Valley High School is situated on a hilltop in Mission Viejo with a panoramic view of nearby Saddleback Mountain. Capistrano Valley serves a geographic area which includes portions of Mission Viejo, and San Juan Capistrano.
Grade 9 San Juan Hills High School (SJHHS) was established in the Fall of 2007 as Capistrano Unified’s sixth comprehensive high school, serving the predominately suburban communities of San Juan Capistrano, Ladera Ranch, and Capistrano Beach. San Juan Hills offers a full program of academic, athletic, and extra-curricular activities to help prepare students for the future. It will graduate its first class in 2011. One of the highlights of SJHHS is the outstanding modern facilities. All classrooms have LCD projectors;
Enrollment totals more than 2,500 in grades 9-12. Capistrano Valley has been recognized as a California Distinguished School and National Blue Ribbon School Finalist for overall excellence in academics, student achievement and athletics. San Juan Hills High School 29211 Vista Montana San Juan Capistrano, CA 949-234-5900
science rooms are designed to accommodate the specific needs of science classes and the arts classrooms are second to none. The “marquee” feature of the school is the 500-seat Performing Arts Theater and complex which is connected to state-of-the-art video production facilities and two dance studios. The all-weather football stadium and track are in the final stages of completion.
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