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As you set out to make this a holiday to remember, your creativity doesn’t have to be limited to your craft room. Let your imagination loose in other areas, such as the kitchen, for delicious treats that taste as good as they look. These simple pretzel candies, created by the crafting experts at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores, are sure to be a hit, whether you let them brighten up the dessert table at a holiday party or package them in clear cellophane with a bold bow for a sweet gift. Look for more ideas to spread holiday cheer throughout the house at joann.com. Easy Christmas Ornament Pretzel Treats Prep time: 1-2 hours Skill level: No experience necessary Makes: 12 pieces 4 ounces Red Candy Melts Candy 4 ounces Dark Green Candy Melts Candy 2 ounces Bright White Candy Melts Candy Christmas nonpareils Gold sugar pearls Pretzel rings Granulated sugar
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CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH THE KING OF INSTRUMENTS FOR PACIFIC SYMPHONY’S ANNUAL “HOLIDAY ORGAN SPECTACULAR” Christmas melodies majestically reverberate from the mighty pipes of the William J. Gillespie Concert Organ during Pacific Symphony’s “Holiday Organ Spectacular,” an annual tradition that envelops the audience with joyous sounds and musical splendor. The magnificent color, beauty and versatility of the organ is showcased in partnership with solo instruments to bring out the best of treasured holiday classics. Returning organist Todd Wilson, “a fabulous virtuoso with fleet feet, a prodigious memory and technique to burn” (The Plain Dealer), is curator of the E.M. Skinner pipe organ at Severance Hall and regarded around the world as one of the finest concert organists today. Pacific Symphony principal musicians Benjamin Smolen, flute; Jessica Pearlman Fields, oboe; Timothy Landauer, cello; Barry Perkins, trumpet and Mindy Ball, harp, as well as percussionist Kenneth McGrath join Wilson in an exciting mix of popular Christmas carols. Taking place on Tuesday, Dec. 22, at 7:30 p.m., this concert launches the 2015-16 Pedals and Pipes series, which spotlights the $3.1 million concert organ created by C.B. Fisk— the visual focal point of the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The Laguna Flutes add to the
festivities with a performance in the lobby beginning at 6:30 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets at $15-$75, call (714) 755-5799 or visit www.PacificSymphony.org. “The William J. Gillespie Concert Organ is an instrument of almost limitless possibilities,” says Wilson. “The grandeur, warmth and beauty of its tonal palette enable this great organ to convey the many colors and emotions of the holiday season with maximum effect.” An acoustic delight to be had by one and all, this performance features beloved Christmas songs that warm the heart and create the feeling of good cheer. “We have a wonderfully varied musical menu for this year’s concert,” says Wilson. “I really look forward to all of it, but some pieces I’m particularly excited about are the new and colorful arrangements we’ll have for beloved holiday favorites such as ‘I’ll Be Home for Christmas,’ ‘Sleigh Ride’ and ‘Little Drummer Boy.’ We have a beautiful piece for harp and organ called ‘Fantasia on the Coventry Carol’ that is a first for both Mindy Ball and me. I’ll be playing the famous Toccata by Charles-Marie Widor—and playing that piece on the Fisk organ is more exciting than any roller-coaster ride!” “You have fabulous players in
Pacific Symphony, and it’s always a real pleasure to collaborate with them. With flute, oboe, cello, trumpet and harp in this year’s line-up, we’ll have a wide array of instrumental solos and combinations. Every player is a superb solo performer, and the various instruments sound almost like ‘living extensions’ of the color possibilities of the Gillespie organ.” Setting “the gold standard by which others are measured” (The American Organist), Wilson is internationally acclaimed for his virtuosity. He is head of the organ department at the Cleveland Institute of Music and director of music and worship at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Cleveland; he
also serves as house organist for the newly restored Aeolian organ at the Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens in Akron, Ohio. Wilson has performed in major cities throughout the United States, Europe and Japan. His latest CDs on the JAV label feature a live recital of American music from the National Cathedral in Washington, and “Live from Severance Hall,” a concert of music for trumpet and organ. The Pedals and Pipes series is generously sponsored by Valerie and Barry Hon, as well as Avenue of the Arts Wyndham Hotel and PBS SoCaL.
OCC Toy Drive Collects More Than 3,000 Toys For Cancer Patients Orange Coast College’s Spirit of Ability Club collected more than 3,000 toys at a toy drive to benefit the Jessie Rees Foundation last month. The club exceeded its initial goal of collecting 1,000 toys during the month-long toy drive, filling more than 200 “Joy Jars” and sibling boxes to be given to children battling cancer. Joy Jars were first conceived by Jessie Joy Rees, granddaughter of recently retired OCC kinesiology professor Leon Skeie. She delivered more than 3,000 jars to children in hospitals during her 10-month battle with two inoperable brain tumors before she passed away in 2012. To date, the Jessie Rees Foundation has donated more than 100,000 jars to kids with cancer around the world. “The members of OCC’s Spirit of Ability Club are proud to have spearheaded this drive to keep Jessie’s spirit and dream alive,” said club adviser and kinesiology instructor Robin O’Connor. “She was a special little girl and we are grateful to her Pappy Leon Skeie for sharing her with us years ago. This will be an annual event.” Small toys were requested to fit inside each jar, including hot wheels, Crayola crayons, beanie hats, small travel games, stickers, puzzles, wooden crafts, teething rings, packaged pacifiers, Lego minis, figurines, markers, notepads, earbuds, Slinkys, play jewelry, sports items, activity books, pens, and more. Page 4
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Yield: 25 pieces Recipe from America’s Test Kitchen Holiday Cookies 2010 Special Issue Use good quality bittersweet and white chocolate in bar form. Chocolate chips contain less cocoa butter so that they can better hold their shape when baked in cookies, but this makes them harder to melt. Using bar chocolate will give you a much better texture in this bark. Scorched chocolate is a very sad thing, so keep a close eye on your chocolate as you melt it. You can also melt your chocolate in a double boiler instead of the microwave if you want. Ingredients 1 pound bittersweet chocolate, chopped, divided 1 cup Rice Krispies cereal 3/4 cup dried cranberries or dried cherries, chopped, divided 1 pound white chocolate, chopped Instructions Line an 8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil, allowing at least a two-inch overhang on all sides. Measure out and set aside 2 tablespoons of bittersweet chocolate for the topping. Microwave the remaining bittersweet chocolate in a bowl at 50% power for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Use a spatula to scrape down the sides and stir. Continue to microwave the chocolate for 15
second intervals at 50% power, stirring between intervals, until just small lumps remain. Stir until smooth and pour into the prepared pan. Smooth the top and chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 30 minutes. Combine the Rice Krispies and 1/2 cup of dried cranberries and mix them together. Melt the white chocolate using the same method as the bittersweet chocolate, keeping in mind that white chocolate melts at a lower temperature than bittersweet chocolate. Gently fold the cereal mixture into the white chocolate until evenly incorporated. Spread over the bittersweet chocolate and smooth
the top. Sprinkle with the remaining dried cranberries and return to the refrigerator to chill for another 30 minutes. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of bittersweet chocolate and pour into a small plastic bag. Cut a small hole in the corner and drizzle the chocolate over the bark. Allow the bark to warm up slightly, about 10 minutes, and pull it out of the pan using the aluminum foil overhang and transfer to a cutting board. Carefully peel away the foil and cut bark into small squares with a sharp chef’s knife. The bark will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
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Meet Sophie the cat, Chopstick the Chihuahua
Sophie is a stunning long-haired 5-year-old cat. She is one of the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center’s longest residents, and it’s baffling that she’s long been overlooked because she is so adorable. Sophie is a loving, mellow cat. She enjoys perching in a window and basking in the sun. She would also keep you company while watching
TV or reading a book. She enjoys being brushed, as her beautiful long hair does require regular brushing. Sophie is an independent cat and will come to you for attention. She would do best in a calm, quiet home. Sophie will go home spayed, vaccinated and micro-chipped. Then there is Chopstick – the sweet 5-year-old Chihuahua. He is a friendly, loving little guy who enjoys
going on walks – and he walks well on a leash. He is a mellow, lowmaintenance dog but can be a little stubborn at times. Whether you are sitting on a park bench or lounging on the couch, Chopstick is sure to stay by your side and keep you company for hours. He is a great lapdog and loves being pet. Chopstick does well with other dogs, but he prefers to be in charge when other male dogs
are around. He would do best in a calm home with no small children. Chopstick will go home neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Drop by the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center at 28095 Hillcrest to meet Sophie, Chopstick and all of the other loving animals available today. For more information, call 949-4703045 or visit http://www.cmvas.org.
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New Ways to Enjoy Chocolate Humans have adored the taste of chocolate for thousands of years. Though generally viewed as a sweet treat today, it likely started as bitter beverage drunk by the Mayan people. Chocolate has seen many iterations since then, including the beloved chocolate candy we know today; however, there are other ways to enjoy chocolate in addition to the bar or bonbon. Chocolate expert and historian Beth Kimmerle offers some new uses for chocolate that you might not know about. Ditch the preconceived notions. Think chocolate is just for ice cream and late night snacks? Think again. Cocoa powder, a trendy spice for savories, is great on meats, while cocoa nibs can be used as a substitute for nuts in everything from baked goods to salads. Cook with cocoa. Try cocoa butter in place of cooking oil. Not only does it add great flavor, but it also imparts extra smoothness to desserts such as cookies and brownies. Drink it (not just in hot chocolate). Chocolate and red wine naturally complement each other and now, instead of tasting them side-by-side,
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Sawdust Art Festival’s 25th Annual Winter Fantasy Five Weekends: November 21st, 22nd, 27th, 28th & 29th from 10am6pm. December 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th & 20th from 10am-6pm. Our festival grounds will be transformed into a winter wonderland where 175 artists create, display and sell original creations over the course of five weekends. The Winter Fantasy is offers the most unique holiday shopping in all of Southern California. Art media includes jewelry, clothing, fused and blown glass, ceramics,
woodwork, forged metals, painting, photography, sculpture, clothing and textiles. Experience unique artwork by 175 artists, live holiday entertainment, great outdoor cafes, art classes and demonstrations, petting zoo, Santa and much, much more! With amazing art gifts, thousands of holiday decorations and pictureperfect moments, the Sawdust’s Winter Fantasy will become your family’s holiday tradition. Also, every Sunday during Winter Fantasy, the Marine Corps Reserve is supporting its Toys for Tots program, with the mission of collecting toys to distribute as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community. Visitors to Winter Fantasy can show their support by contributing new unwrapped toys for children, newborn to 17. Those who donate a new toy with a value of $5 or more will receive free one-day admission to Winter Fantasy on that Sunday. Winter Fantasy 2015 Tickets Adults: $7.00 Senior 65+: $6.00 Children ages 6-12: $4.00 Children ages 5 & under: FREE Season Pass $10.00 The Sawdust Festival is located at 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651. The Ladera Ranch News
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When it comes to holiday baking, it’s often the simplest ingredients and classic recipes that resonate best with everyone. One of which is Quaker’s Vanishing Oatmeal Raisin Cookies – a family favorite that’s been featured under the lid of the Quaker Old Fashioned Oats canister for 20 years. A kitchen staple for 100 percent whole grain baking needs, the Quaker Oats canister is also celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Find more oats recipes and learn more about the iconic oat canister at quakeroats.com.
Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 8 minutes Makes: 4 dozen 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened, plus 6 tablespoons 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
A Holiday Classic Sure to Please Be sure to remember around the holidays that special can be simple, and recipes do not need to be complex to be guest-worthy. Keep your kitchen stocked with a few key ingredients that can be used in a variety of dishes, such as Philadelphia Cream Cheese, which is perfect in this rich Classic Cheesecake and other desserts, but it also lends a creamy texture to appetizers and main dishes. Find more tips and recipes to make your holiday entertaining sparkle at creamcheese.com.
Classic Cheesecake
Prep time: 20 minutes Total time: 5 hours, 45 minutes (including refrigerating) Makes: 16 servings 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 3 tablespoons sugar
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staple of the holidays, flavorful desserts bring a seasonal spread together like nothing else, and whipping up those desserts is a perfect time to spend some quality time with your family. From cookies that are sure to quickly disappear to a classic cheesecake and a berry-inspired twist on a holiday favorite, an array of tantalizing desserts can keep your family and friends around the dinner table long after the main course has been devoured, and give your family a new activity to bond over.
1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted 4 packages (8 ounces each) Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 4 eggs 1 cup canned cherries Heat oven to 325 F. Mix graham crumbs, sugar and butter; press into bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with mixer until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each until blended. Pour over crust. Bake 1 hour, or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim. Refrigerate 4 hours. Top with canned cherries, if desired.
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3 cups Quaker Oats (quick or old fashioned, uncooked) 1 cups raisins Heat oven to 350 F. In large bowl, beat butter and sugars with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat well. Add combined flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; mix well. Add oats and raisins; mix well. Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes, or until light golden brown. Cool 1 minute on cookie sheets; move to wire rack. Cool completely. Store tightly covered.
A Holiday Treat Straight From Your Freezer For a festive twist to your holiday sweets, look no further than your freezer. Aside from a bright, joyful color, frozen red raspberries’ sweet and tart flavors allow them to complement and enhance a wide range of ingredients. They also boast the most fiber and the lowest natural sugar content compared to other berries. This Raspberry Greek Yogurt Bark is sure to warm your loved ones’ hearts with the taste of the holidays. Find more recipes worth sharing this holiday season at redrazz.org.
Raspberry Greek Yogurt Bark
Recipe courtesy of NourishRDs.com 2 cups plain, reduced-fat (2%) Greek yogurt 1 lemon, zest only 2 tablespoons honey
1 cup frozen raspberries 1/2 cup shelled pistachios 1/4 cup slivered almonds Line small baking pan with aluminum foil. In medium bowl, combine first 3 ingredients. Stir until well incorporated. Add berries, pistachios and almonds to mixture. Fold in until well incorporated. Spread mixture in baking pan and place in freezer for about 2-3 hours, or until hardened. Once hardened, remove bark from pan and either cut or break up into pieces. Allow to thaw about 5 minutes before eating. Notes: Store remaining bark in freezer. You can experiment with any ingredients you have on hand, such as frozen cherries with dark chocolate chunks, frozen blueberries with unsweetened flaked coconut or dried cranberries with pecans.
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Fifth Annual Senior Care Hero Awards Nets $125,000 for SeniorServ Senior Programs Photos by: Noelle Hipke SeniorServ - the county’s largest nonprofit senior nutrition and support services provider - held their fifth annual Senior Care Hero Awards at The Grove of Anaheim. An enthusiastic crowd of close to 700 celebrated and recognized both finalists and honorees in several senior care awards categories while raising critical funds for SeniorServ’s Meals on Wheels and other support programs for older adults. Event net proceeds are estimated at $125,000. After a lively cocktail hour and art auction, SeniorServ board chairman Earle Zucht welcomed attendees to “Act 1” of the evening’s festivities which included the introduction of event chair Pat Bridges, Regional VP Care Integration at St. Joseph Heritage Healthcare. Pat recognized the event’s Council of Advisors and Academy of Leaders describing the difficult task of selecting senior care honorees as “Mission Impossible.” KTLA 5’s Henry DiCarlo then took the stage as event emcee and announced the People’s Choice honorees including Volunteer Hero - Rose Marie Caulfield; Family Hero - Gina Moran; Veteran Hero - Frank Cook and Senior Hero - Jackie Goldberg (aka, The Pink Lady). Act 2 included CareMore’s CEO Leeba Lessin presenting the Lifetime Achievement award to Dr. George Fields, Chief Medical Officer, CareMore Essentials. “Dr. Field is a pioneer in many areas of senior healthcare and hospice. He’s a true hero who sees patients as human beings – their mind, body and spirit”, said Lessin. UCI Mind’s Director of Development and Donor Relations Linda Scheck recognized the extraordinary commitment and dedication of Senior Care Hero Humanitarian Award recipient Dr. Jacqueline DuPont, Gerontologist, CEO and Founder of Irvine Cottages. The final Act 3 of the awards program included the following senior care industry categories winners: Outstanding Caregiver - Hugo Albarracin; Outstanding Social Worker – Grenda Lee; Outstanding Nurse - Kimberly Nichols; Outstanding Therapist – Usha Rajan; Outstanding Physician Melissa Rudolf, MD; Outstanding Advocate/Gerontologist/Educator – Tricia Homrighausen; Outstanding Executive Director – Ghislaine (Ges) Davis; and Outstanding Senior Care – John Gutierrez. New to this year’s awards category was the Inspiring Senior Video Award sponsored by Horizon Oxygen. Kristen van Genderen was selected as the winning recipient for her film, “Opa – Senior Appreciation” which featured her grandfather. SeniorServ CEO Holly Hagler gave a moving presentation about SeniorServ’s clients and the challenges they face. She asked that all seniors be honored with dignity and for the last word to be love. She explained that over 200 seniors are on a waiting list for SeniorServ services which led to a support request by auctioneer Suzanne Martin. Total raised through the evening’s auctions was estimated at $53,000 and major underwriters included CareMore, St. Joseph/Hoag Health and Cigna. The black tie event included live music throughout the evening by The Dave Stephens Band - sponsored by Pacific Group. The largest Meals on Wheels and nonprofit senior nutrition provider in rangeCounty, SeniorServ secures home, health and heart for older adults by helping them to live independently with dignity and wellness in their own homes and communities. Community SeniorServ dba SeniorServ was incorporated in 1967 and merged with Feedback Foundation and Senior Meals and Services in 2006 to create a new agency with greater capacity, energy, resources, and vision for the sole purpose of meeting the increasingly diverse needs of the elderly population. For more information about SeniorServ or the Senior Care Hero Awards, visit www.SeniorServ.org Page 12
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Chiara Fields with Lifetime Achievement honoree Dr. George Fields along with Carrie Fields and Gabriel Fields
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Tree-ific Holiday Treats with Kids For many adults, the holidays are transformed by the chance to experience the wonders of the season through the eyes of children. There’s no better way to elicit a merry twinkle all around than by creating festive holiday treats together in the kitchen. Getting kids involved in holiday baking and decorating is a perfect opportunity to let their imaginations run wild, and colorful frosting and candies are a great way to brighten up holiday treats. An option such as Jelly Belly jelly beans lets you choose from an array of flavors and colors, including the shimmering Jelly Belly Jewel Collection that can add sparkle to your baking. In this easy dessert, perfect as a centerpiece the kids can proudly display at a holiday gathering, the season is even sweeter when jelly beans stand in for ornaments adorning a cupcake tree. For more imaginative holiday desserts that create special holiday memories, visit www.jellybelly.com. Trim the Tree Cupcakes Makes 4 trees 1 can (16 ounces), plus 1 cup vanilla frosting
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l a d e r a r a n c h g e t s r e a dy f o r E l N i ñ o s t o r m s 1. CREATE AN EMERGENCY FAMILY PLAN 2. EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN (RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL) 3. PREPARE A DISASTER SUPPLY KIT 4. SANDBAG CONSTRUCTION 5. SANDBAG SUPPLIERS 6. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FEDERAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE AND FEDERAL FLOOD INSURANCE 7. IF AN EVACUATION IS ADVISED Discuss what to do about power outages and personal injuries. Draw a floor plan of your home, and mark an escape route from each room. Locate the main electric fuse box, water service main, and natural gas main. Learn how and when to turn these utilities off. Teach all responsible family members. Keep necessary tools near gas and water shut-off valves. Remember, turn off the utilities only if you suspect the lines are damaged or if you are instructed to do so. If you turn the gas off, you will need a professional to turn it back on. Pick one out-of-state and one local friend or reative for family members to call if separated by disaster (it is often easier to call out-of-state than within the affected area). • Post emergency telephone numbers near telephones. • Teach children how and when to call 911, police and fire. • Teach children how to make long distance telephone calls. • Instruct household members to turn on the radio for emergency information. Pick two meeting places: • A place near your home in case of a fire. • A place in your neighborhood in case you cannot return home, • Learn the safest route from your home or job to high, safe ground in case you have to evacuate in a hurry, and be sure to keep your gas tank full!! • Take a basic first aid and CPR class. • Make at itemize list of personal property, including furnishings, clothing and valuables; photograph your home inside and out, which will help settle insurance claims. Keep photos in a safe deposit box. FOR MORE INFORMATION The federal Emergency Management Agency offers free publications on protecting your home and assembling and emergency kit, 1-800-638-6620. El Niño information is available on the agency’s web site: http://www.fema.gov RESIDENTIAL Losses due to flooding can often be cut dramatically by carrying out an effective pre- planned set of actions. The emergency plan may consist primarily of a checklist of things to be done and a little pre-thinki ng about where contents will be moved, who’s going to help, where things will be stored and so on. Among others, items on the emergency “to do “ list might include: • Moving items to be left in the structure to an upper floor or stacked Page 14
on top of each other to put at least some furniture above flood level. • Throwing curtains and drapes up over rods. • Pulling up and removing carpets and rugs. • Motors to be removed from furnace and other equipment located in the low levels of the house. • Unplug equipment that can’t be moved. • Assemble medicine, heirlooms, valuables and other items to be for taking during evacuation. COMMERCIAL Commercial and industrial sites offer the opportunity and need for more detailed planning and sometimes new construction or other preparations to facilitate putting the plan into action when necessary. This may include such things as: • Preparing electrical equipment for quick disconnect. • Preparing equipment for quick evacuation. • Keeping raw materials and products on pallets for quick removal. • Providing means for opening all necessary doors manually in the event of a power outage. Arranging for transportation when needed. • Arranging for storage space when needed. • Keeping on hand all items needed for rapid cleanup and restoration of production. EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN PREPARE A DISASTER SUPPLY KIT • List of important phone numbers (family, physicians, etc.) • Copy of insurance policy. • Credit cards and cash. • An extra set of car keys. • Inexpensive rabbit-ears television antennas to use when cable goes out. • Special items for infants, elderly or disabled family members. • Extra batteries. • Matches. • Clock (wind-up or batteryoperated). • Blankets or sleeping bags. • Scissors. • Plastic garbage bags. • Map of the area. • Clean change of clothes & rain gear. • A supply of non-perishable packaged or canned food and a non-electric can opener. • A first aid kit and prescription medications. • Flashlights and extra bulbs. • Battery-operated lanterns. (Candles and kerosene lanterns are fire hazards.) • Working fire extinguishers . • Battery-operated radio. • Assemble supplies you might need in an evacuation. Store them in an easy-to-carry container such as a backpack or duffel bag. Put aside in a special box in garage. Keep heat-sensitive items inside home and rotate stock throughout season. Batteries can go in refrigerator. WATER Having an ample supply of clean water is a top priority in an emergency. A normally active person needs to drink at least two quarts of water each day, hot environments can
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double that amount. Children, nursing mothers and ill people will need even more. You will also need water for food preparation and hygiene. Store a total of at least one-gallon per person, per day. You should store at least a two-week supply of water for each member of our family. If supplies run low, never ration water. Drink the amount you need today, and try to find more for tomorrow. You can minimize the amount of water your body needs by reducing activity and staying cool. Store water in sealed, unbreakable containers. Identify the storage date and replace every six months Sandbags The use of sandbags is a simple, but effective, way to prevent or reduce floodwater damage. Properly filled and placed, sandbags can act as a barrier to divert moving water around instead of through buildings. Sandbag construction does not guarantee a watertight seal, but is satisfactory for use in most situations. Sandbags are also used successfully to prevent overtopping of levied streams and for training current flow to specific areas. Untied sandbags are recommended for most situations. Tied sandbags should only be used for special situations when pre-filling and stockpiling may be required for specific purposes such as filling holes, holding objects in position or to form barriers backedby supportive planks. Tied sandbags are generally easier to handle and to stockpile, however sandbag filling operations can generally best be accomplished at or near the placement site and tying of bags would waste valuable time and effort. If the bags are pre-filled at a distant location, due consideration must be given to transportation vehicles and placement site access. The most commonly use bags are untreated burlap sacks available from feed or hardware stores. Empty bags can be stockpiled for emergency use and will be serviceable for several years if properly stored. Filled bags of earth material will deteriorate quickly. A heavy bodied or sandy soil is most desirable for filling sandbags, but any usable material at or near the site has definite advantages. Course sand could leak out through the weave of the bag (to prevent this double bag the material). Gravely or rocky soils are generally poor
choices because of their permeability characteristics. Sandbag barriers can easily be constructed by two people, as most individuals have the physical capabilities to carry or drag a sandbag weighing approximately 30 pounds the use of sandbags is a simple, but effective, way to prevent or reduce floodwater damage. Properly filled and placed, sandbags can act as a barrier to divert moving water around instead of through buildings. Sandbag construction does not guarantee a watertight seal, but is satisfactory for use in most situations. Sandbags are also used successfully to prevent overtopping of levied streams and for training current flow to specific areas. HOW TO FILL A SANDBAG Filling sandbags is a two-person operation: One member of the team should place the empty bag between or slightly in front of widespread feet with arms extended. The throat of the bag is folded to form a collar and held with the hands in a position that will enable the other team member to empty a rounded shovel full of material into the open end. The person holding the sack should be standing with knees slightly flexed and head and face as far away from the action of the shovel as practical. The shoveler should carefully release the rounded shovel full of soil into the throat of the bag. Haste in this operation can result in undue spillage and added work. The use of safety goggles and gloves is desirable and sometimes necessary. For large-scale operations, filling sandbags can be expedited by using bag holding racks, metal funnels, and power loading equipment. However, the special equipment required is not always available during an emergency. Bags should not be filled more than half full or less than onethird their capacity. PLACEMENT Remove any debris from the area where bags are to be placed. Place the l/2-filled bags lengthwise and parallel to the direction of flow. Fold the open end of the unfilled portion of the bag to form a triangle. (If bed bags are used, flatten or fire the tied end.) Place succeeding bags on the folded or fired portion of the previous bag and stamp into place to eliminate voids and form a tight seal.
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December 4, 2015 Fig, Lemon and Honey Cheesecake
Servings: 12 Crust: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1 cup chopped, stemmed Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid California Figs Cheesecake: 1 1/2 pounds (three 8-ounce packages) cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup sour cream 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3 large eggs 1 lemon, thinly sliced (for garnish) Sauce: 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup honey 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water 1 cup sliced, stemmed Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid California Figs Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat oven to 325°F. For crust, mix graham cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press into bottom of buttered 9-inch springform pan. Bake 8–10 minutes, till edges are golden. Remove from oven and sprinkle evenly with figs. For cheesecake, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium-low speed until smooth, scraping bowl as needed. Gradually beat in sugar, then sour cream, zest and vanilla. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Scrap filling into pan over figs. Bake on middle rack for 45–55 minutes, until almost set in center. Cool. Chill 4 hours or overnight. For sauce, in small saucepan, combine water, honey and lemon juice. Stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a simmer. Add cornstarch solution and stir for a few seconds, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in figs. Cool. Chill until serving time. To serve, run thin knife around edge of cheesecake and remove side of pan. Cut into wedges and top each with sauce. Garnish with thin slices of lemon, if desired.
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he highlight of many a holiday meal, desserts are adored by young and old alike. This year, complete your festive celebration with delightful desserts that feature California Dried Figs. Naturally sweet and available year round, figs easily add a touch of elegance to a variety of recipes. Dark purple Mission Figs have a soft, thin skin with a sweet, fruity taste, while Golden Figs are amber-colored with a firmer skin, welldeveloped seeds and a slightly nutty flavor. Both are interchangeable in most recipes.
Keeping holiday traditions California Dried Figs are the perfect ingredient to star in your holiday recipes, especially for Hanukkah and Christmas. Sliced and simmered with fresh lemon and honey and spooned over cheesecake or chopped and combined with a little hazelnut liqueur and caramel for a luscious bottom layer, figs add a stunning fruit accent to popular cheesecake desserts. No matter what you are celebrating, your family will love these “figgy” recipes. Besides the sweetness that figs bring to the table, California Dried Figs are a healthy ingredient rich in dietary fiber, complex carbohydrates and such essential minerals as potassium, iron and calcium. Learn more about Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice and Sun-Maid California Dried Figs at www.valleyfig.com.
Caramel Fig Mini-Cheesecakes
Servings: 12 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs 1/3 cup finely chopped hazelnuts or pecans 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 1/2 cups finely chopped, stemmed Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid California Figs 1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping 3 tablespoons hazelnut liqueur or orange juice 1 pound (two 8-ounce packages) cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs Thinly sliced figs 1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping 1 tablespoon hazelnut liqueur or orange juice Preheat oven to 325°F. Line 12 (2 3/4-inch) muffin cups with paper cups. Combine graham cracker crumbs, nuts and melted butter. Press firmly into bottoms of cups. Bake in middle of oven for 5 minutes, till fragrant. Remove from oven and reserve. In small saucepan, combine figs, caramel topping and liqueur. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, and cook for 1 minute or until most of liquid is absorbed. Spoon figs over crusts and press firmly with back of spoon to even layer. In bowl with electric mixer, beat cream cheese on medium-low speed until creamy, scraping bowl frequently. Beat in sugar, lemon juice and vanilla. On low speed, beat in eggs, one at a time. Spoon cheese mixture into cups over fig mixture. Return to middle of oven for 18–20 minutes, till set. Remove from oven and cool in pan on wire rack. Chill in pan for 3 hours. To serve, carefully remove cheesecakes from pan and paper cups to serving plates. For topping, fan fig slices on top of cheesecakes. Combine caramel topping and liqueur; drizzle over cakes.
Cheesecake Mousse with Fig Orange Sauce
Servings: 4 Fig-orange sauce: 1 cup sliced, stemmed Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid California Figs 2/3 cup orange juice 1/3 cup packed golden brown sugar 1 tablespoon orange-flavored liqueur or orange juice 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice Cheesecake mousse: 3 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup powdered sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 3/4 cup whipped heavy cream Topping and garnish: 1/2 cup crumbled shortbread cookies 1/4 cup chopped, toasted pecans or almonds Sprigs of fresh mint, optional To make sauce, in small saucepan, combine figs and orange juice. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until liquid is reduced to about 1/4 cup, 4–5 minutes. Stir in brown sugar and simmer until liquid is syrupy, 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in orange liqueur and lemon juice. Chill until serving time. To make mousse, with wire whisk, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Gently whisk in 1/2 of whipped cream. With rubber spatula, fold in remaining whipped cream. (Sauce and mousse can be held in refrigerator up to 1 day.) To serve, spoon mousse in bottom of 4 martini or champagne flutes. Smooth to even layer. Top with fig sauce. Sprinkle with crumbled cookies and nuts. Garnish with mint.
Fig and Goat Cheese Squares
not pictured Servings: 30 2 cups stemmed Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid California Figs 1 cup water 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 cup toasted chopped walnuts 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed golden brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup butter, chilled and cut into small pieces 2 cups goat cheese, room temperature 2 large eggs Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line 9-by-13-inch baking dish with parchment paper. In medium saucepan, combine figs, water and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook 5 minutes or until figs are tender. Cool slightly. Place fig mixture in food processor or blender; process until smooth. Stir in chopped walnuts. Reserve. Combine flour, brown sugar and salt in bowl. Stir to combine. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal. Press mixture in prepared baking dish. Gently spread fig mixture over prepared crust. Beat goat cheese and eggs until smooth. Spread over fig mixture. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes or until set. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Ladera Ranch News Legal Notices T.S. No. 009034-CA APN: 931-96-780 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 3/30/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 12/31/2015 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 4/5/2007, as Instrument No. 2007000219661, in Book , Page , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Orange County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: MATTHEW CORDRY, A SINGLE MAN AND DAVID CHAVEZ, A SINGLE MAN, AS JOINT TENANTS WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: ON THE FRONT STEPS TO THE ENTRANCE OF THE ORANGE CIVIC CENTER, 300 E. CHAPMAN, ORANGE, CA 92866 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be:23 HALF MOON TRL LADERA RANCH, CA 92694 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $668,215.87 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 009034-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 Publish: 12/4/2015, 12/11/2015, 12/18/2015
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-15-679678-AB Order No.: 150193493-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/24/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): FERNANDO D. GONZALEZ, III, A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 10/31/2005 as Instrument No. 2005000874298 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ORANGE County, California; Date of Sale: 12/18/2015 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: $305,215.03 The purported property address is: 8 PICKERING CIRCLE, LADERA RANCH, CA 92694 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 759-311-35 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888-988-6736 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-15-679678AB . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 888-988-6736 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-15-679678-AB IDSPub #0096121 11/27/2015 12/4/2015 12/11/2015
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Ladera Ranch News Legal Notices T.S. No.: 2015-04001 APN: 741-251-29 TRA No.: 82-378 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/29/2013. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below. The sale will be made, hut 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. Trustor: ERIC PAXTON AND KELLY PAXTON Beneficiary Name: MICHAEL PAXTON AND MOZELLE PAXTON Duly Appointed Trustee: INTEGRATED LENDER SERVICES, INC., A DELAWARE CORPORATION and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 5/10/2013 as Instrument No. 2013000284729 in book ---, page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Orange County, California, [)ate of Sale: 12/11/2015 at 3:00 PM Place of Sale: On the front steps to the entrance of the Orange Civic Center 300 E. Chapman, Orange, California 92866 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $109,912.08 The property heretofore is being sold “as is.” The street Address or other common designation of real property is purported to be: 6 HEAVENLY ISLE, LADERA RANCH, CA 92694 Legal Description: The land described is situated in the State of California, County of Orange and is described as follows: Parcel No. 1: Lot 14 of Tract No. 16414, as shown on a Subdivision Map (“Map”) file on February 6, 2003 in Book 838, Pages 47 to 50, inclusive, of Miscellaneous Maps, in the Office of the Orange County Recorder. Excepting from the Property, all oil, oil rights, minerals, mineral rights, natural gas rights and other hydrocarbons by whatsoever name known, geothermal steam, and all products derived from any of the foregoing, that may be within or under the Property, together with perpetual right of drilling, mining, exploring and operating therefor, and storing in and removing the same from said Property or any other land, including the right to whipstock or directionally drill and mine from lands other than the Property, oil or gas wells, tunnels and shafts into, through or across the subsurface of the Property, and to bottom such whipstocked or directionally drilled wells, tunnels and shafts under and beneath or beyond the exterior limits thereof, and to redrill, retunnel, equip, maintain, repair, deepen and operate any such wells or mines, without, however, the right to drill, mine, store, explore and operate through the surface or the upper five hundred (500) feet of the subsurface of the Property, as reserved by Ladera Development Company, L.L.C. in the Deed recorded December 10, 1996, as Instrument No. 19960624029, of Official Records of Orange County, California (“Official Records”). Also excepting from the Property, ally and all water, water rights or interests therein appurtenant or relating to the Property or owned or used by Ladera Development Company, L.L.C. in connection with or with respect to the Property (no matter how acquired by Ladera Development Company, L.L.C.), whether such water rights shall be riparian, overlying, appropriative, littoral, percolating, prescriptive, adjudicated, statutory or contractual, together with the right and power to explore, drill, redrill, remove and store the same from or in the Property or to divert or otherwise utilize such water, rights or interests on any other property owned or leased by Ladera Development Company, L.L.C. but without however, any right to enter upon the surface of the Property or the upper one hundred (100) feet of the subsurface of the Property in the exercise of such rights in any area that may be developed under governmental laws, ordinances or regulations, as reserved by Ladera Development Company, L.L.C., in the Deed recorded on December 10, 1996, as Instrument No. 19960624029 of Official Records. Reserving therefrom, nonexclusive easements for access, encroachment, maintenance, drainage, support, and for other purposes, all as described in the Master Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions and Reservation of Easements for Ladera
Ranch, as amended or restated (“Master Declaration”) recorded on June 18, 1999, as Instrument No. 19990456273; and the Supplemental Master Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Reservation of Easements for Phase Two of Skye Isle, as amended or restated (“Supplemental Declaration”), recorded on December 15, 2004, as Instrument No. 2004001115175; both of Official Records. Further reserving therefrom, the right to enter the Property for a term of twelve (12) months following the recordation date of this Grant Deed, to complete and repair any improvements or landscaping located thereon as determined necessary to Grantor, in its sole discretion, in order to comply with requirements for the recordation of the Final Tract Map, the grading of said Tract and/or in compliance with the requirements of applicable governmental agencies. Such entry by Grantor shall be preceded by reasonable notice to Grantee before such entry. If this reservation of right of entry is not complied with by Grantee, Grantor may enforce this right of entry in a court of law. Grantee shall be responsible for all damages arising out of said breach including attorneys’ fees and court costs. This reservation of right of entry shall automatically expire twelve (12) months from the recordation of this Grant Deed. Parcel No. 2: Nonexclusive easements for access, use and enjoyment, drainage, encroachment, support, maintenance, repairs, and for other purposes, all as described in the Master Declaration, the Map and the Supplemental Declaration. A.P.N.: 741-251-29 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL, BIDDERS: lf you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888-988-6736 or visit this Internet Web site www.salestrack.tdsf.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2015-04001. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. “NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: WE REQUIRE CERTIFIED FUNDS AT SALE BY CASHIER’S CHECK(S) PAYABLE DIRECTLY TO “INTEGRATED LENDER SERVICES, INC.” TO AVOID DELAYS IN ISSUING THE FINAL DEED”. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: 11/11/2015 INTEGRATED LENDER SERVICES, INC., A DELAWARE CORPORATION, as Trustee2411 West La Palma Avenue, Suite 350 - Bldg. 1 Anaheim, California 92801 (800) 232-8787 For Sale Information please call: 888-988-6736 Michael Reagan, Trustee Sales Officer TAC: 982441 PUB: 11/20, 11/27, 12/04/15
APN: 938-753-03 TS No: CA08001800-13-1 TO No: 130236449-CA-MAI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED February 15, 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On December 29, 2015 at 09:00 AM, on the front steps to the entrance of the Orange Civic Center, 300 E. Chapman, Orange, CA 92866, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on February 22, 2007, as Instrument No. 2007000115189, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Orange County, California, executed by JAYNE CRAMER, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN , as Trustor(s), in favor of ING BANK, FSB as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2 DELPHINIUM STREET UNIT 40, LADERA RANCH, CA 92694 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $599,741.99 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the
payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call In Source Logic at 702-659-7766 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address listed below for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08001800-13-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: November 16, 2015 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08001800-13-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Miguel Ochoa, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.insourcelogic.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic AT 702-659-7766 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Order no. CA15-000104-3, Pub Dates, 12/04/2015, 12/11/2105, 12/18/2015.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TONY AWARD-WINNING ACTOR JASON ALEXANDER TO NARRATE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY’S “PETER AND THE WOLF” CONCERT The Philharmonic Society of Orange County is pleased to announce the addition of Tony Awardwinning actor Jason Alexander as narrator to the upcoming performance of Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf taking place Saturday, December 12, 3pm, at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Segerstrom Center for the Arts. A charming program of whimsical melodies perfect for introducing classical music to children, Jason Alexander lends his voice to the story as orchestral instruments, representing different characters, paint the tale of Peter and his adventures in the forest. The concert will also include selections from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker and Shostakovich’s Festive Overture performed by the Orange County Youth Symphony Orchestra and Orange County School of the Arts Orchestra led by Daniel Alfred Wachs and Christopher Russell. This performance is generously sponsored by the Disneyland Resort, and is part of the Society’s Holiday Series sponsored by Macy’s.
Best known for his iconic portrayal of the hapless George Costanza on the hit TV sitcom Seinfeld—for which he received six Emmy nominations, four Golden Globe nominations, an American Television Award, two SAG Awards and two American Comedy Awards—Jason Alexander is an accomplished entertainer with a diverse career spanning acting, directing, producing and writing in television, theater and film. Though he first found success as a young teenager acting in commercials, Mr. Alexander quickly moved to the New York stage and made his Broadway debut in Sondheim’s Merrily We Roll Along. He played starring roles in the original productions of The Rink, Broadway Bound, and Accomplice, and garnered a Tony Award for his performance in Jerome Robbins’ Broadway. His many films include Pretty Woman, Jacob’s Ladder, Love Valor Compassion, Rocky and Bullwinkle, Dunston Checks In, and Shallow Hal. He has also lent his voice to animated sitcoms and films such as Duckman, The Cleveland
Show, American Dad, Aladdin and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. A sought-after director of theater in Los Angeles, Mr. Alexander served as Artistic Director of the Reprise Theatre Company for five years, and has performed off-Broadway and around the country, most notably starring with Martin Short in the Los Angeles production of Mel Brooks’ The Producers. Segerstrom Center for the Arts,
Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, is located at 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Ticket prices start at $15 and are available at the Philharmonic Society box office at (949) 553-2422, online at www.PhilharmonicSociety.org, and at the Center box office at (714) 5562787. A limited number of box seats are also available for purchase. Call for pricing and availability.
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SOLD BREAKER! NEWRECORD LISTING 55+ COMMUNITY 7 Galan St. $769,000 6 ELMHURST ST. | SOLD $539,000
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17 SKLAR | REPRESENTED BUYER
2 STONE TURRET CT. | REPRESENTED BUYER
$725,000
$639,000
17 CERNER CT. | REPRESENTED BUYER $722,500
Ladera Ranch Resident and Area Real Estate Expert
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12 TUBEROSE ST. | SOLD $527,500
6 ELMHURST ST. | SOLD $539,000
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