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Ladera’s OC Wolves Win 11U Triple Crown Sports Thanksgiving Qualifier Baseball Tournament By: Matt Robinson After losing the first game of the tournament by just 1 run, the OC Wolves went on to win 6 straight games over the Thanksgiving weekend, including a big win over the Newport Beach Bat Rays to make it to the championship game, where they knocked off the Imperial Valley Strike Force in dramatic fashion.

Playing the championship game at the Cathedral City Big League Dreams Sports Park replica of Fenway Park, the OC Wolves held the Strike Force in check with precision pitching and backed that up with clutch hits and incredible defensive plays. With the big win, the team qualifies for the Triple Crown Sports World Series in the summer of 2013.

Congratulations to the OC Wolves Baseball Club and good luck at the Triple Crown Sports World Series!

Members of the OC Wolves Baseball Club include (kneeling from left): Michael Vees, Ethan Pope, Caeden King, Ryan Farmer; (standing, middle row from left Nicholas Hanson, Michael Davinni, Nolan Needelman; (back row, from left) Paden Hesse, coach Jason Payne, Blake Robinson, Cameron Jenkins, Luke Ghahari, Matthew Payne, coach Matt Robinson and Head Coach Craig Hanson. Not pictured but a big part of the weekend is Brendan Corbett.

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Segerstrom Center Welcomes Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour 55th Anniversary Celebration Concert The Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour 55th Anniversary Celebration makes its way to Segerstrom Center for the Arts on January 13 in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The all-star ensemble will perform classic jazz and original compositions by critically acclaimed, Grammy® Award-winning artists: bassist and musical director Christian McBride, vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater, saxophonist Chris Potter, trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire, pianist Benny Green and drummer Lewis Nash.

Tickets start at $25 and are available online at SCFTA.org, at the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa or by calling (714) 556-2787. For inquiries about group ticket savings for 10 or more, call the Group Services office at (714) 755-0236. The TTY number is (714) 556-2746.

JazzTimes states “…this festival, spread out over multiple stages on the Monterey County Fairgrounds over the third weekend of September, is an allAmerican and global treasure.” Founded in 1958, the Monterey Jazz Festival is the longest continuously-running jazz festival in the world. Nearly every major jazz star has performed with the group, from Billie Holiday and Louis Armstrong to Esperanza Spalding and Trombone Shorty. Renowned for its artistic excellence, sophisticated informality and longstanding mission to create and support year-round jazz education and performance programs in local, regional, national and international venues, the 55th Anniversary Celebration continues the Festival’s commitment during its third North American Tour.

Two-time Grammy-winning vocalist and Tony Award®-winning actress Dee Dee Bridgewater has had an illustrious career. Since her New York debut in 1970, she has appeared with the Thad Jones and Mel Lewis Orchestra, Sonny Rollins, Dizzy Gillespie, Dexter Gordon, Max Roach, Roland Kirk and many more. She won a Tony Award for her performance as Glinda the Good Witch in The Wiz and was nominated for a Laurence Olivier Award for her portrayal of Billie Holiday in Stephen Stahl’s Lady Day. She has also appeared in Sophisticated Ladies, Cosmopolitan Greetings, Black Ballad, Carmen Jazz and Cabaret. As host of NPR’s Jazzset, Bridgewater presents today’s best jazz artists in performance on stages around the world. Among her many albums are homages to Horace Silver and Kurt Weill and the Grammy Award-winning albums Dear Ella and Eleanora Fagan (19151959): To Billie with Love from Dee Dee. She made her first appearance at the Monterey Jazz in Festival in 1973 with the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra.

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bassist Christian McBride is one of the most in-demand jazz musicians in the world. He has recorded and performed live with such artists as Freddie Hubbard, Pat Metheny, Joshua Redman, Joe Henderson, Betty Carter, Roy Haynes, Benny Green, Kathleen Battle, Diana Krall, Dave Brubeck, Jimmy Smith, Joe Lovano, McCoy Tyner, George Duke, Sting, Chick Corea, Chris Botti, James Brown, Queen Latifah, Carly Simon, Sonny Rollins and Roy Haynes. McBride has recorded for the Verve, Warner Brothers and Mack Avenue labels. The Good Feeling, his first big band recording as a leader, arranger and conductor, won a 2011 Grammy. As a jazz educator and mentor, he serves as the artistic director for the Jazz Aspen Snowmass summer program and is the co-director of the Jazz Museum in Harlem. McBride has held artistic director, creative chair and artist-in-residence positions at the Henry Mancini and Brubeck Institutes, the Berklee College of Music, Stanford Jazz Workshop, the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Detroit and Monterey Jazz Festivals. McBride has appeared at the Festival eight times since 1994.

Pianist Benny Green grew up in Berkeley, California. As a teenager, he worked with Eddie Henderson and Chuck Israels. Moving to New York City 1982, he studied with Walter Bishop Jr., worked with Betty Carter and eventually played in Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers.

After working with Freddie Hubbard’s quintet, Oscar Peterson chose Benny as the first recipient of the City of Toronto’s Glenn Gould International Protégé Prize in Music in 1993, the same year he joined Ray Brown’s trio. In 1997, Green resumed his freelance career with solo performances, leading his own trios and accompanying singers such as Diana Krall. As a leader, he has recorded many albums for the Criss Cross, Blue Note, Toshiba and Telarc labels. With more than 100 recordings to his credit, he has collaborated with Betty Carter, Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers, Bobby Watson, Milt Jackson, Ray Brown and others.

Green was a featured performer with Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band in 2010.

He continues to be in demand as a guest artist, leading workshops and master classes at such educational institutions and music clinics as The Juilliard School, Interlochen, the Monk Institute, Eastern Washington State University, Jazz Camp West, Snow College, Centrum and the Brubeck Institute. Green has appeared in eight Monterey Jazz Festival Tours, debuting in the 2008 50th Anniversary Tour at the age of 15 in the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra. He was musical director for the 50th Anniversary Tour in 2008.

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his generation. He grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, and, by the age of 18, he was a first-call sideman for visiting musicians. He moved to New York in 1980 to join Betty Carter’s band. Nash’s versatility has made him one of the most in-demand drummers of the past several decades; recording and touring with Tommy Flanagan, Oscar Peterson, Sonny Rollins, Ray Brown, Gerald Wilson, Horace Silver, Ron Carter, Hank Jones, Benny Carter, Milt Jackson, Art Farmer, McCoy Tyner, Joe Lovano, Christian McBride, Branford Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis, Pat Martino, Clark Terry, Diana Krall, Joe Williams, Nancy Wilson and many others. He has made three recordings as a leader. Nash is also renowned for his passion and dedication to jazz education, fostering the careers of a long list of younger players. He has served as a clinician and educator at schools, workshops and major educational jazz festivals worldwide. In 2012, Jazz in Arizona opened The Nash, a nonprofit, 2,600 square-foot performance space in Phoenix, named in his honor.

He has appeared with the Monterey Jazz Festival twice since 2001.

DownBeat Magazine called Grammynominated saxophonist Chris Potter “one of the most studied (and copied) saxophonists on the planet.” He is a potent improviser and the youngest musician ever to win Denmark’s Jazzpar Prize.

Born in Chicago and raised in Columbia, South Carolina, Potter has recorded 19 albums as a leader for the Criss Cross, Concord, Koch, Emercy, Verve and Storyville labels. As a sideman, Potter has appeared on more than 100 albums with an impressive list of artists that includes Herbie Hancock, John Scofield, the Mingus Big Band, Jim Hall, Dave Douglas, Ray Brown and many others. He has been a regular member of Paul Motian’s Electric Bebop Band, Steely Dan and bassist Dave Holland’s groups, including Holland’s quartet at the Monterey Jazz Festival 50th Anniversary in 2007. Potter’s most recent membership is with Pat Metheny’s Unity Band, Metheny’s first

group in 30 years to feature a saxophonist. Making an appearance with the Unity Band at the 55th Monterey Jazz Festival in 2012, Metheny said: “He is one of the greatest musicians I have ever been around.” Potter has appeared in eight Festivals beginning in 1997.

Trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire was born in Oakland, California, attended Berkeley High School and was a member of the 1999 and 2000 Monterey Jazz Festival High School All-Star Band. At 19, Steve Coleman hired him for a European tour with his Five Elements band.

He moved to New York City in 2000 to attend the Manhattan School of Music, playing with Lonnie Plaxico, Stefon Harris, Josh Roseman, Vijay Iyer, Charlie Persip, the Mingus Big Band and the San Francisco Jazz Collective along the way.

In 2005, he returned to the West Coast for a master’s degree at the UCLA while simultaneously attending the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz, where he studied with Terence Blanchard, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Billy Childs and Gary Grant. After graduation, Akinmusire won the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition and the Carmine Caruso International Jazz Trumpet Solo Competition in the span of one week. He went on to perform with Steve Coleman, Vijay Iyer, Alan Pasqua, Walter Smith III, Josh Roseman, Esperanza Spalding, Aaron Parks, Jimmy Heath, Jason Moran, Terri Lyne Carrington, Ron Carter, Jason Moran, Wallace Roney, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and others.

In 2011, Akinmusire released When The Heart Emerges Glistening on Blue Note Records. The New York Times named the album as its top CD of the year. The Los Angeles Times said “Akinmusire sounds less like a rising star than one that was already at great heights and just waiting to be discovered.” He was Monterey’s artist-in-residence in 2012, and has made four appearances at the Festival.

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The Environmental Nature Center is presenting Winter Nature Camps for students in Kindergarten through 6th grade. Session 1 is December 26 -28, and Session 2 is January 2 - 4. Camps are from 9AM to 1PM, and afternoon camps are available from 1-3PM. For more info call 949-645-8489 or visit http://encenter.org/visit/ programs/nature-camp Getting kids involved with nature and the outdoors is viewed by many as key to their development, especially in our highly technological society. Richard Louv, author of the book, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder, argues that kids are so plugged into TV and video games that they’ve lost their connection to the natural world.

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Call a truce, then, to our labors - let us feast with friends and neighbors, and be merry as the custom of our caste.

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Ladera Entrepreneur Michael mithers Honored for Goddard School efforts

Michael Mithers of The Goddard School located at 1 Aura Lane in Ladera Ranch joined more than 400 Goddard School franchisees at the 2012 Goddard School National Franchisee Convention in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to discuss the latest innovations and advancements for providing the highest quality, play-based educational childcare programs in a technology-driven age.

A highlight of the gathering was the award ceremony, where Smithers received the following recognition: several business awards, 5 years in business and President’s Club.

“It was exciting to be recognized at this year’s convention. For the past 25 years, The Goddard School has nurtured children into respectful, confident and joyful learners, and we are focused on raising the bar even higher over the next 25 years,” said Smithers. “I am proud to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life.”

Inspired by The Goddard School philosophy of learning through play for its children and families, the convention blended education and fun to motivate, inspire and energize franchisees.

During the four-day meeting, Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), franchisor of The Goddard School, unveiled new technological tools to help enhance ongoing collaboration with parents.

One new tool, Goddard Family Connect, is a web-based portal that will allow parents to engage in real time with the school and their child’s teachers.

“At The Goddard School, we use technology as a tool to engage children in the classroom and also to collaborate with and support our parents,” Smithers said. “Goddard Family Connect provides our families with an interactive resource for daily activity reports for each child, school calendars, important forms and a

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In addition to the launch of new technology, GSI introduced an evolved brand, including a new logo, which will be rolled out to local schools in 2013 for the brand’s 25th anniversary. Smithers also attended a variety of workshops led by the GSI team, franchisees and vendors on topics ranging from technology and curriculum

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Local Dentist Dr. Michael Tessier Discusses How Soon Should my Child be Visiting the Dentist Many parents ask me “How soon should my child be visiting the dentist?” I disagree with the American Dental Association opinion that infants should be seen be a dentist by the time they’re a year old. I called the ADA, and then two pedodontists (dentists who specialize in treating children) for elaboration. Over my thirty-five years of practicing dentistry, I have felt that, except in very extreme cases, the earliest a child needs to be seen by a dentist is in the third year. After my recent conversations, my opinion hasn’t changed. The specialists and the ADA all agree that the reason to bring the child in earlier is to make sure that the parents know how to take care of their children’s teeth. Here’s what I like to tell parents: Parents should examine their children’s mouths routinely. Once teeth are in, visually checking the mouth is important; and if something looks out of the ordinary, then the child should be seen by a professional. With regard to what a child puts in his or her mouth, sugars (simple carbohydrates) should always be avoided. Apple juice, in particular, is very sugary and acidic; when a child is allowed to drink it from a baby-bottle, irrespective of how enjoyable it may be to the child, it is very bad for the teeth. If a child is thirsty, give your child cool, fresh water. Complex carbohydrates, like fruits or vegetables, probably don’t break down enough in the mouth to cause cavities, so they’re OK. Babies should never go to sleep with a bottle of milk or formula, either, and for the same reasons.

And, soft drinks should NEVER, EVER, cross a child’s lips.

Teaching your child the importance of brushing, of course, is something a child should be taught early. Having said that, a child will clean the teeth probably better by eating a carrot, or a stick of celery, or an apple, as by brushing. That’s because they have neither the concept nor the coordination to brush effectively.

Unless there’s something out of the ordinary going on such as an accident or a parent has a question, I like to see kids when they’re about three years old. Children do better in the chair on their first visit when they’ve been to my office before with mom or even an older sibling. So, bring your little-one with you when you come in to your get your teeth cleaned.

Dr. Michael Tessier’s office is located at 28562 Oso Parkway the intersection of Oso and Antonio Parkways (near the car wash). Most major credit cards and dental plans are cheerfully accepted. Telephone (949) 459-7212.

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Toward the end of the challenge was a glass of water. Upon smelling and sampling it, the taster expressed bewilderment.

“I have no idea what this is,” he exclaimed, “but I can assure you it’s something I’ve never had before!”

Traditionally, this story has been used to spark a conversation about the futility of blind tasting. The wine world’s smart alecks, however, have taken to replying back with a joke: “Why didn’t he peg it as Pinot Grigio?”

Sadly, there’s some truth to this retort. All too often, Pinot Grigio is simply a substitute for water. Massmarket bottlings are refreshing and fruity -- and deliver a buzz -- but they’re never very compelling.

This reality has tarred the reputation of all Italian white wines. That’s a shame, because Italy produces the most exciting whites in the world.

Even Pinot Grigio can be spectacular.

Italy has been producing wine for thousands of years. When the ancient Greeks colonized southern Italy, they called it “Oenotria,” or land of the vine.

Pinot Grigio gained a foothold in America in 1979, when wine importer Tony Terlato visited Milan in search of the “next great white wine.”

Terlato tasted a Pinot Grigio and “was taken by its fresh aromas, its crispness, freshness and the way it paired effortlessly with foods.” The next day, he drove to northern Italy’s Alto Adige region, where Italy’s best Pinot Grigio is grown. Upon arriving, he visited a local restaurant and ordered every Pinot Grigio on the wine list. Of the 18 bottles, Terlato most enjoyed the offering from Santa Margherita. He visited the winery the following day -- and returned to the United States as its sole importer.

Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio took

off. Today, it’s America’s most popular imported restaurant wine.

Over the past 33 years, however, Pinot Grigio has become a victim of its own success. Santa Margherita isn’t cheap -- it retails for $25. So the market has been flooded with cheap alternatives, led by brands like Cavit, Ruffino, and Ecco Domani.

There are better wines for the money. More grape varieties are planted in Italy than any other country in the world. Thousands of Italian wines make their way to the United States.

The most exciting whites come from northeast Italy, particularly the regions of Alto Adige, a neighbor to Austria and Switzerland, and Friuli-Venezia Giulia, which borders Slovenia to the east and Austria to the north.

Alto Adige is still home to the world’s best Pinot Grigio, but dozens of varieties flourish there. Pinot Bianco, for example, is more floral and mineral-driven than Pinot Grigio.

Gewurztraminer, Muller Thurgau, and Kerner are exceptionally aromatic -and display enough sweetness and acidity to complement cream sauces and even spicy foods.

In recent months, I’ve become obsessed with Kerner, as it seems to work with everything. Top producers

include Kofererhof and Abbazia Di Novacella, which both make bottlings for under $20.

Friuli-Venezia Giulia, commonly shortened to Friuli, is home to a host of obscure, fun, and versatile grapes like Ribolla Gialla and Friuliano. Producers in the region are also known for producing rich, complex blends and crisp, clean Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.

Southern Italy also generates delicious whites. My favorites come from Campania, where a grape called Fiano thrives. At first, Fiano typically comes across as an easy-drinking quaffer. But it can hold its own at any table -- and the better examples gain complexity with age. One of my favorites, Feudi di San Gregorio’s Fiano di Avellino, runs less than $20.

It’s no secret that Italy produces some of the finest red wines in the world. Top Barolo and Brunello di Montalcino easily command hundreds of dollars per bottle. But too many consumers disregard Italy’s whites thanks to the flood of cheap Pinot Grigio that’s come ashore.

They shouldn’t. Italy produces more distinctive wines than any other nation -- and its whites are positively electric.

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2013 Urban Vehicles of the Year Announced Cadillac ATS, Ram 1500 & Tesla Model S Decisive magazine has announced “The 2013 Urban Vehicles of the Year” after their selection by an esteemed panel of independent automotive journalists.

The Urban Wheel Awards judging panel spent several months determining the most stylish, practical and attainable new vehicles for 2013 by driving and evaluating dozens of cars and trucks in a variety of North American urban settings before settling on the three winners. Each of the three Decisive magazine Urban Vehicles of The Year will be featured in the winter issue of the magazine, which will also be online at www.decisivemagazine.com in addition to all contemporary mobile platforms.

The 2013 Urban Vehicles of the Year winners are: Urban Car of the Year: Cadillac ATS Runners-up: Cadillac XTS and MINI Coupe According to Urban Wheel Awards juror and Cadillac ATS

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S represents a turning point in the automotive industry, pushing not only the envelope for performance and utility, but for the overall adoption of EVs,” said George Blankenship, Tesla Motors Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Ownership Experience. “Receiving this recognition from such a diverse and discerning panel of judges is very meaningful for Tesla.”

The multicultural/multi-gender Urban Vehicles of the Year judging panel is comprised of some of the most notable and respected automotive reviewers in the country. The panel Urban Green Ve- includes: Camilo Alfaro of Auto Proyecto, freehicle of the Year: Tesla lance reviewer Mary Chapman, Frank WashModel S ington of AboutThatCar.com, and Ron Doron Runners-up: Ford of The Driver’s Seat.TV

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Urban Truck of the Year: Ram 1500 Runners-up: Hyundai Santa Fe and Mercedes-Benz GL Urban Wheel Awards juror and freelance automotive reviewer Tamara Warren said of the Ram: “The 1500 is still a big gun on the outside, even while it’s both leaner in appearance and more aerodynamic. There’s plenty under the hood, yet it’s amazingly quiet. Further, the Ram rides and drives like a comfortable sedan.”

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The Urban Vehicles of the Year will be honored at the 17th Annual Urban Wheel Awards (UWA), the “Official Multicultural Event” of the North American International Auto Show, on Sunday, January 13, 2013, in the MotorCity Casino Hotel’s Sound Board Theater in Detroit, Michigan.

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Save the Date for a Rocking New Year’s Eve Block Party at the OC Fair & Event Center The OC Fair & Event Center is ringing in 2013 with the return of the New Year’s Eve Block Party on December 31, 2012. This extraordinary evening event will feature hit tribute bands spanning four decades of rock music, Vegas-style games with fun prizes, a courtyard of gourmet food trucks, fireworks and the NYE Bash Demolition Derby.

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Girl Scouts Recognize Outstanding Alumnae and Raise $218,000 More than 300 guests came together during Girl Scouts’ 100th anniversary year to recognize 12 extraordinary local female leaders, all Girl Scout Alumnae, and raise $218,000 for Girl Scouts of Orange County at the Third Annual Celebrate Leadership Gala at the Island Hotel in Newport Beach.

As guests approached the Island Hotel, they were greeted by a custom mint green Fiat, fitted appropriately with a Girl Scout sash and decals, provided

by Orange Coast Fiat.

During the reception, guests nibbled on a variety of marvelous goodies including Grilled Ginger Shrimp with Cucumbers and Wasabi, Smoked Salmon on a Savory Cheese, Crostini with Olive Tapenade and Roma Tomatoes, Miniature Beef Wellingtons with Red Wine Sauce, Baked Brie in Phyllo with Walnuts, and Southwest Chicken Spring Rolls with Cilantro Plum Sauce.

They also enjoyed signature Chocolate Mint Martinis rimmed with crushed Girl Scout Thin Mint Cookies, hosted by Blue Ice Vodka.

There were more than 100 Silent Auction items available for guests to bid on before heading into the ballroom for a moving program highlighting the dramatic impact of Girl Scouting on the lives of the 12 honorees. Each honoree was matched with a current Orange County Girl Scout through a shared leadership trait, linking these leaders of today with leaders of tomorrow. Each Girl Scout presented her honoree an art canvas that she designed herself to embody the leadership trait they share.

The 2012 Celebrate Leadership Honorees were: Victoria Collins, Sophie Hall Cripe, Janet Toll Davidson, Kristina Dodge, Suzanne Huffmon Esber, Tamara Fairbanks, Kathryn Cenci, Judy Koyama, Heidi Miller, Tricia Raymund, Barbara Roberts, and Sudi Shoja.

Dinner was delicious with a starter of organic baby greens with chevre, candied pecans, roasted apples and balsamic dressing. The entrée was short rib served on truffle risotto and pan roasted local sea bass served with sweet potato hash and haricot verts. For dessert, guests enjoyed an assortment of mini dessert creations topped by a Girl Scout 100th birthday mint cheese cake.

Guests went home with a beautiful 2013 Keepsake Calendar, featuring stunning photographs of the 12 honorees with their partner Girl Scouts.

The live auction gave way for some fierce bidding by some, as there was an assortment of exciting items up for grabs; a dinner for four at Disneyland’s Club 33 went for $1,200; a personal golf tournament for 12 at Shady Canyon golf course sold for $2,600; while an 18” strand of Akoya Pearls with diamond rondels from Mikimoto brought in $6,400. There was also a “Lockup and Lunch” - a Personal Tour by Sheriff Hutchens of the Orange County Jail that one lucky winner purchased for $850 and a seven night stay at Las Mananitas Resort in San Jose del Cabo fetched $2,300. A very lucky family also walked away with two First Class Tickets on American Airlines with a 3 night stay at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort at Disney World for $3,700.

Funds raised at the Third Annual Celebrate Leadership Gala support Girl Scouts of Orange County’s quality leadership development programs for more than 23,000 Girl Scouts who represent every neighborhood and zip code in Orange County and to recruit, train, and support the more than 10,000 adult volunteers who guide and support them. Girl Scouts is the nation’s preeminent leadership development program in the country and the leading authority on girls’ healthy development. According to a recent study conducted by the Girl Scout Research Institute in conjunction with an independent research firm, women who were Girl Scouts as children display significantly more positive life outcomes than non-Girl Scout alumnae, with higher perceptions of self, higher rates of volunteerism and civic engagement, higher rates of college education and higher household incomes Page 12

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Celebrate Leadership Co-Chairs Dana Agamalian and Lee Ann Canaday.

Celebrate Leadership Honoree Kathryn Cenci, Jennifer and Anton Segerstrom, and Girl Scouts of Orange County CEO Nancy Nygren

Celebrate Leadership Honorees (from left) Sophie Hall Cripe, Kathryn Cenci, Tricia Raymund, Suzanne Huffmon Esber, Janet Toll Davidson, Tamara Fairbanks, Victoria Collins, Girl Scouts of Orange County CEO Nancy Nygren, Sudi Shoja, Barbara Roberts, Heidi Miller, Kristina Dodge and Judy Koyama

than non-alumnae.

2012 marks the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts, the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. Girl Scouts is the leading authority on girls’ healthy development, and builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. In Orange County, more than 23,000 Girl Scouts from every social and economic background are developing values, skills and abilities for success in the 21st century. According to a recent study conducted by the Girl Scout Research Institute in conjunction with an independent research firm, women who were Girl Scouts as children display significantly more positive life outcomes than non-Girl Scout alumnae. Girl Scout alumnae have higher perceptions of self, higher rates of volunteerism and civic engagement, higher rates of college education and higher household incomes than non-alumnae. To join, volunteer, reconnect with or donate to Girl Scouts, visit www.GirlScoutsOC.org.

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Pacific Theatre Ballet Presents “The Nutcracker Suite”

Photos and Story By: Steve Wylie One of the traditions of the holiday season is the production Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker Suite”. The Pacific Theatre Ballet will present its seventh annual production of this holiday classic on December 15 and 16 at the Laguna Hills Community Center.

The Pacific Theatre Ballet, under the direction of Ann-Marie McClellan, works closely with and draws its youthful cast from the Pacific Ballet Conservatory of Aliso Viejo.

“The Nutcracker” tells the story of a young girl, Clara, who dreams that her nutcracker doll becomes a prince who fights off the Mouse King, and then takes her to an enchanted Land of Sweets.

The Pacific Theatre Ballet’s production features a large cast, many of whom perform or share multiple roles over the six performance weekend. The role of Clara is played by two young and gifted dancers, Kendra Burke and Chloe Koutroulis. The Sugar Plum Fairy will be played by veterans Lauren Lyskoski and Brianne Pattee.

The Laguna Hills Community Center, located at 25555 Alicia Parkway, is an intimate venue that is perfect for this production. Refreshments will be served, and guests will have the opportunity to take photos with members of the cast.

Performances will be held at 1:00, 2:30, and 4:15 p.m. both days. Tickets are $11.00, and can be purchased through the Pacific Theatre Ballet’s website at www.pacifictheatreballet.com.

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PACIFIC SYMPHONY LEAGUE’S MAGICAL NIGHT Dressed in snazzy cocktail attire, more than 100 fans of the lighter side of Pacific Symphony’s programming gathered last Friday night to celebrate the opening of the orchestra’s 201213 Pops concert series. Hosted by the Pacific Symphony League, the Pops Opening Night Celebration took place in the newly renovated Center Club and included cocktails, gourmet delicacies and first-class entertainment. During dinner, guests enjoyed a musical performance by Whitney Kaufman, Principal Pops Conductor Richard Kaufman’s vocally gifted daughter, accompanied by pianist Nelson Kole, before heading to the nearby Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall for a night of Broadway hits.

The festive dinner set the mood for the enchanting night of music by the Symphony featuring Alli Mauzey and Julia Murney, two lead singers with powerhouse voices from Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical, “Wicked.” The pre-concert event—which raised $6,000 for the Symphony’s educational programs (bringing the total over the last five years to $392,214)—was highlighted by a visit from the stars of the concert.

Chaired by League member Marion Brockett, the festivities got underway at 5:30 p.m., as guests arrived via a red carpet to mingle and enjoy tasty hors d’oeuvres and “Wicked” cocktails—pink champagne (for Glinda) and vinho verde (for Elphaba)—before being ushered to their tables for an elaborate dinner served under the ambience of a chandelier and candle-lit room. Tables were stylishly decorated with vibrant bouquets of pink roses and purple orchids alongside photos of children from the Symphony’s many music education programs. Guests were greeted by the League’s co-president, Jaye Yaruss, before Symphony President John Forsyte provided an update on the orchestra and also recalled memorable Pops performances, including amusing tales about Bill Medley (the Righteous Brothers) and Ray Charles. Maestro Kaufman then charmed the crowd with tales of past guest artists such as old friend Andy Williams, and also shared exciting details about the Pops season ahead.

“I felt the evening was a resounding success,” says Yaruss. “We honored our Friday evening subscribers, brought together patrons from all facets of the Symphony family and celebrated the beginning of our Pops season in style. Of course, a highlight of the evening for me was greeting the wonderful array of guests who came Page 14

out to support the League, Pacific Symphony and Richard Kaufman. Every guest tipped their hat to each by their presence at this League event.

To be sure, Chris Hartley and staff of the Center Club did not let us down with the elegant new surroundings, fine cuisine and great service.”

Surprise guest—soprano Whitney Kaufman—who for two and a half years was a member of the cast of the national tour of “Mama Mia,” sang a number of songs while accompanied

by Kole on the piano; these included Cyndi Lauper’s “Girls Just Want to Have Fun”; ABBA’s “Thank you for the Music”; “Through the Eyes of Love” from “Mary Poppins”; and “But the World Goes ‘Round” from “New York New York.” Kaufman made her symphony debut at age 7 with Pacific Symphony singing in the children’s chorus in the West Coast premiere of music from John Williams’ “Home Alone.” She has been appearing as the principal vocalist in “Disney in Concert” performances around the world since 2009 and now performs in stage productions nationwide. She also frequently appears as a singer and voice-over performer in film and television.

“Whitney Kaufman was a true touch of class and a lovely addition to our evening, all the while honoring and delighting her parents and grandparents,” reflects Yaruss.

“Having the Divas visit and mingle also added to the excitement and anticipation of the evening, leading up to an extraordinary concert experience. Members of the League were sweetly surprised with long-stemmed roses and pictures with Alli and Julia at the after-concert reception—and it was almost too much icing on the cake! When can we do it again?!”

Yaruss adds.

Throughout the presentations and entertainment, wine was abundant and dinner was served in several courses, beginning with a goatcheese and candied pecans mixed green salad with honey balsamic vinaigrette and followed by a duo of petit filet mignon and orange roughy with duo sauces, herb risotto and baby vegetables. The meal concluded on a sweet note with strawberry cheesecake and pistachio chocolate mousse. The evening’s chair, Brockett, drew the event to a close by thanking everyone before all departed to enjoy the thrilling, high-energy “Wicked Divas” concert.

Chalk full of Broadway and popular tunes, the performance, led by Maestro Kaufman featured “Wicked” marvels Mauzey and Murney per-

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Sally Segerstrom (left) and Sandy Daniels (right)

“Wicked Divas” Julia Murney (left) and Alli Mauzey (right) during concert

forming captivating musical favorites, enhanced by the full symphony orchestra. The program began with the Overture from “Gypsy” and selections from Bizet’s “divaesque” Spanish-infused “Carmen,” followed by Mauzey and Murney singing “All That Jazz” from “Chicago,” hits from “Ragtime,” “Think of Me” from “Phantom of the Opera” and “Ring Them Bells” (in the style of the iconic diva Liza Minnelli).

The dynamic singing duo returned to the stage for “My Heart Will Go On” from “Titanic,” “Over the Rainbow” from “The Wizard of Oz” and a finale featuring songs from “Wicked.”

Pacific Symphony League: While members of the League vary in age and background, each shares a passion for music. It is through this passion that League members remain

active volunteers in supporting music education and opera-vocal projects throughout Orange County. Since the League’s creation alongside the Symphony’s inception almost 35 years ago, its members have been volunteering and lending a hand with Symphony programs such as Target Symphony in the Cities, Musical Carnival (part of Family Musical Mornings) and running the Symphony Shop in the concert hall lobby during most performances. In addition to volunteering, the League also plays a significant role in fundraising to support the Symphony’s music education programs. In addition to the altruistic efforts made by its members, the League also hosts events, such as the Symphony’s Pops Opening Night.

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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.

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his year, pop up some holiday fun by making these clever — and delicious — popcorn treats. With these recipes it’s easy to create edible décor, gifts for friends and neighbors, and munchable snacks for the whole family. You can find more creative holiday recipes at www.popcorn.org.

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Yield: Varies Cheesy Popcorn 6 cups popped popcorn 1 tablespoon melted butter, optional 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast or brewer’s yeast (found at health food stores) 1/2 teaspoon curry powder, optional Caramel Popcorn 6 cups popped popcorn 1/2 cup sugar 1 tablespoon light or dark corn syrup 1 tablespoon water 2 tablespoons butter 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract Plain Popcorn Cover bottom of 3 to 4-quart pan with thin layer of vegetable oil.

Place 3 kernels of popcorn in pan; cover with a loose lid that allows steam to escape, and heat.

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Sprinkle lightly with popcorn salt, if desired, and store in an airtight container.

Cheesy Popcorn Follow instructions for making Plain Popcorn.

When you remove popcorn from heat, transfer popcorn to serving bowl. Pour butter over popcorn and toss. Sprinkle yeast and curry powder, if desired, over popcorn and toss to distribute evenly.

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Caramel Popcorn Line large baking sheet with lightly buttered foil.

In medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and water and bring to a boil.

Cook syrup over medium heat, without stirring, until amber in color; about 6 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter, salt and vanilla until blended.

Stir in popcorn until coated. Spread caramel corn in a single layer onto buttered foil.

Allow to cool before breaking into pieces. Store in an airtight container until serving time.

Festive Popcorn Trees

Holiday Popcorn Snowman

Yield: 10 balls, 5 snowmen (2 balls each) 1 1-pound package large marshmallows 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 10 cups popped popcorn Decorations: sprinkles, licorice, gum drops, cinnamon candies, cookies, etc.

Melt marshmallows and butter in a large saucepan. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.

Let stand for 5 minutes.

Pour over popcorn and stir.

Butter hands well and form popcorn into balls.

Decorate as desired.

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Yield: 10 trees 10 cups air-popped popcorn 1 10-ounce bag miniature marshmallows 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Decorating sugar (green, blue)* 1 tube of white frosting (with decorating tip) Assorted small colorful candies, such as sprinkles and miniature silver dragées Place popcorn in large bowl.

Place marshmallows and butter in medium saucepan over medium-low heat.

Stir until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.

Stir in vanilla extract.

Pour mixture over popcorn in bowl.

Toss well to coat popcorn evenly.

Line baking sheet with foil.

Spray hands with nonstick cooking spray, then scoop up about 1 cup of popcorn mixture.

Shape mixture into a cone shape, keeping the base flat. This forms the tree.

Sprinkle tree with decorating sugar; place tree on baking sheet. Make the rest of the trees.

Pipe frosting on trees to make a garland, then decorate them with colorful candies.

Serving suggestion: Place each tree on a sugar or gingerbread cookie, and decorate your serving tray with shredded coconut to resemble snow.

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Notes: It’s important that this recipe starts with unflavored white popcorn for best color and flavor. *Make your own colored sugar by adding food coloring to sugar, stirring in a bowl or shaking vigorously in a sealed container. Add more food coloring for more intense tones.

Holiday Wreath Popcorn Treats

Yield: 8 5-inch wreaths 3 quarts popped popcorn 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter or margarine 3 cups miniature marshmallows 3 tablespoons (1/2 of a 3-ounce box) lime gelatin dessert mix Decorations: small red candies, jellybeans, red fruit leather, etc.

Spray large mixing bowl lightly with cooking spray and place popcorn inside.

In medium saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in marshmallows and gelatin dessert powder until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth. Pour over popcorn and mix well until coated.

Spray hands with cooking spray and press firmly to form into 9-inch logs and then bend to form wreaths.

Place wreaths on wax paper. Press candy decorations onto wreath to decorate. Add a ribbon cut from fruit leather. Serve immediately, or wrap individually in plastic wrap for storage.

Gingersnap Popcorn Snack Mix

Yield: 2 quarts 2 quarts popped popcorn Butter flavored cooking spray 1/3 cup granulated sugar substitute 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black or white pepper Preheat oven to 325°F. Spread popcorn on baking sheet and spray lightly with cooking spray.

Combine remaining ingredients in small bowl, and sprinkle evenly over popcorn.

Spray again with cooking spray and toss to coat evenly.

Bake 7 minutes and serve warm.

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