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Elks Lodge St. Pat’s Event Nets Over $3,000 for Charity From its sold-out St. Patrick’s Day Dinner/Dance, Mission Viejo / Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge No. 2444 (“Elks Lodge”) netted over $3,000 for the Elks National Foundation, which provides funds for youth scholarships and community projects in the Saddleback Valley and throughout the United States. The event was co-chaired by Ray and Ann Mallen, both Elk members, assisted by over thirty (30) other Elks Lodge volunteers. As the crowd entered the Elks Lodge, they were welcomed by an Irish sign which proclaimed, “Céad Míle Fáilte”, which means “A Hundred Thousand Welcomes”. In typical Irish Pub fashion, glasses were raised with the Gaelic toast of, “Sláinte”, which means “Good Health”. The sold out audience enjoyed a buffet style authentic Irish dinner. Past Exalted Ruler Pat Martino prepared corn beef and cabbage. Ann Mallen, originally from County Cork Ireland, prepared authentic Irish homemade shepherd’s pie, potato soup, carrots and turnips and Irish (l to r): Aniar Dancers with Ann and Ray Mallen; Bridget Sagert, Kennon soda bread. As a young girl, Ann was a champion Irish dancer. Guests were entertained by and danced to the music of the Whoo- Compton, Kaitlin Ryan, McKenna Walsh, Regan Wood, Kendal Wood, ligans. The Whooligans are a well know Irish pub band. Guests ap- Emma Stokes, Samantha Stokes, Christian Egense, Sheyenne Egense. plauded and danced to the Whooligans music frequently singing along with the Irish songs. During the first band break, there was a spectacular exhibition of world-class Irish dancing by members of the Aniar Academy of Irish Dance, Laguna Niguel, to whom the Elks Lodge donated $150. The guests enthusiastically cheered and applauded the Irish dance performances. Event printed material and decorations in Irish motif were generously supplied and spectacularly arranged by Stephanie Bongartz of Bongo, Inc. Steve Rusie and brother Ben were in charge of the buffet lines. Elks Lodge event co-chair Ray Mallen said, “The authentic Irish menu, music, dancing and refreshments brought the Irish spirit to the Elks Lodge.” Pat and Barb Martino.
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Eagles Recognized as All-CIF Following the CIF-SS Championship Victory Head Coach Kevin Ricks of Costa Mesa was named the 2012-2013 CIF-SS, Division II, Coach of the Year after leading the Eagles to the CIF-SS Division II Championship, a Trinity League Championship and a 25-6 overall record. The overall record goes down as the second best all-time in Eagle’s history. Coach Ricks has a career record of 188-145 as the head coach of the SMCHS Girls Water Polo Program. Junior Haley Wan of Irvine was selected the CIF-Southern Section, Division II, Player of the Year following her standout performance in the CIF Championship Game. Haley tallied five goals, 2 assists and 4 steals leading the Eagles to their second CIF Championship in girl’s water polo. Senior Emily Loughlin of San Clemente and junior Kacey Avalos of Lake Forest were recognized on the All-CIF First Team. Emily’s spectacular performance in the semifinal against El Toro HS where she scored the first four goals of the game sealed the Eagles’ trip to the finals. Kacey Avalos is in many ways the unsung hero of the team. Kacey’s consistent contributions at the defensive and offensive end were in Coach Kevin Ricks many cases the difference in games. Kacey’s passes are made with laser-like precision and she tallied a school record of 72 assists this season. Senior Morgan Martinez of San Juan Capistrano and junior Kelli Bamgardner of Laguna Niguel were selected to the All-CIF, Second Team. Morgan’s performance in the Trinity League showdown between the Eagles and the Mater Dei Monarchs was impressive. She made five field blocks on the night denying several key opportunities to the Monarchs. Kelli Baumgardner had a breakout season for the Eagles and she steadily improved her play at both ends of the pool becoming a critical component of the team. She scored once in the CIF Championship Game while making two key assists in the victory. Senior Jackie Villarreal of Laguna Hills was recognized on the All-CIF Division II, Honorable Mention list. Jackie is a tremendous talent whose physical defense and lightening shot allowed her to contribute throughout the season in all facets of the game. She will be attending San Diego State in the fall to continue her playing career. Haley Wan photos by ROBERT RUSSELL PHOTOGRAPHY
Four Santa Margarita Students Named National Merit Scholarship Finalists Santa Margarita Catholic High School is home to four National Merit Scholarship finalists, an elite honor less than one percent of high school seniors nationwide who took the Preliminary SAT achieved. Congratulations to SM students Jordan Francis, Chris Kateyiannis, Nicole Minkina and Alexander Mott, who achieved finalist standing and now, move on in the competition to be considered for a National Merit $2,500 scholarship. The National Merit Scholarship Program honors high school students who demonstrate academic excellence. Nearly 1.5 million high school students are entered into the program by taking the Preliminary SAT/ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, which serves as the initial screening of program entrants. The standardized test provides students practice for the SAT and accessibility to college and career tools. Finalists are later chosen based on their academic record, SAT scores that confirm the student’s earlier performance on the qualifying test, a high school official’s written recommendation, student activities and leadership, and a written essay. All finalists must Page 4
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THE TOLL ROADS ANNOUNCE 13TH ANNUAL SPRING TOURS
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The Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA) extend an invitation to the public for the highly-anticipated 13th Annual Spring Tours Series. Participants will experience the natural beauty of Orange County on guided walks through land set aside and protected with the construction of the 73, 133, 241 and 261 Toll Roads. Led by the restoration specialist and biologist who has spent the last two decades restoring these sites to their native habitat and contributing to The Toll Roads’ award-winning environmental programs, this year’s tours focus on the comprehensive efforts and commitment to environmental conservation and restoration, and provide an exclusive glimpse into special areas of Orange County that few have ever seen. Upper Chiquita Canyon – April 6, 2013 Natural growth process and bird watching tour, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. This 1,182-acre conservation area located near Wagon Wheel and Coto de Caza was set aside with construction of the 241 Toll Road. A moderate to strenuous six-mile guided walk gives participants a peek at an area rich with coastal sage scrub, oak woodland, grassland and natural drainage habitats. The tour, which includes some vigorous hills, will be led by a restoration specialist and biologist. Walking sticks, sturdy hiking shoes and binoculars are highly recommended. 73 Toll Road Slopes/Upper Laurel
Canyon – May 4, 2013 Wildlife undercrossing tour, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This strenuous sixmile guided walk begins in the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park and leads participants up through an oak woodland canyon toward the 73 Toll Road. It continues through a wildlife undercrossing where participants can look for tracks and identify wildlife using the crossing. The hike reaches a scenic point overlooking Shady Canyon, Laguna Canyon and beyond. Restoration techniques used to create sustainable habitat for the California gnatcatcher, a threatened songbird will be described. Come prepared to hike along steep and sometimes narrow trails. Walking sticks, sturdy hiking shoes and binoculars are highly recommended. This tour will be led by a restoration specialist and biologist. Bonita Creek – May 11, 2013 The 21-acre Bonita Creek Channel is the main wildlife link from
Upper Newport Bay to the San Joaquin Hills. It was restored with construction of the 73 Toll Road from a narrow rip-rap lined ditch and underground culverts to a viable riparian habitat rich with wildlife. This easy three-mile guided walk will be primarily on a paved path and will include a walk along San Diego Creek to a restored saltwater marsh. Bird watchers will see wetland and coastal sage scrub bird species and the hike will focus on plants and the methods used to restore the creek and riparian habitat. Binoculars are highly recommended for this walk. The tour will be led by a restoration specialist and biologist. Space is limited so reservations are required. Call (949) 754-3405 or email lmorgan@thetollroads.com to sign up.
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Softball Game Breaks Attendance and Fundraising Records
The OC Veterans and First Responders beat the Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team, 15-12, in the first seven-inning game held at the Youth Athletic Park in Mission Viejo on March 9. In the second four-inning exhibition game, an all-star team consisting of former athletes and a beauty queen were handed a defeat by the Wounded Warriors, 15-6. During a break in the all-star game, attendees were treated to a song by recording artist and former Dodgers and Oakland A’s player Mike “Majik” Boyd. He performed his hit, “Thank You, American Soldier (For All The Things You Do”), which had fans dancing and singing along to the catchy tune. Other all-stars included Justin Speier, a former Major League Baseball pitcher and U.S. Marine Corps Reserves veteran, Leah O’BrienAmico, a three-time Olympic gold women’s softball team medalist, former NFL player Mike Horan, former USC and Indianapolis Colts linebacker Chris Galippo, Emeka Okenwa, a 6-foot-7-inch basketball forward who played in professional basketball leagues in more than 18
The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team with three-year-old Cody and batboy for a day Jason.
Three-year-old Cody, who uses a prosthetic leg, and his mom Dana, came out last Saturday to enjoy the Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Game vs. OC Veterans and First Responders with organizers Jeanne Tumanjan, center, and Victor Gonzalez of Red White and Blue Warriors.
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the families of fallen military. Former Dodgers outfielder and first baseman Matt Luke stopped by the ball field to cheer on the teams. Opening the games were popular local singer Tricia Freeman performing the national anthem, Camp Pendleton’s Color Guard. Lucas Ellinger of Dana Point, an 11-year-old Angels fan who is battling leukemia, threw out the first pitch. Umpires for both games were Craig Watkins and his sister-in-law, Gina Watkins. Players from all three teams posed for photos and signed autographs between and after the games.
The Red White and Blue Warriors is a south Orange County volunteer event management group that created this event in 2012 to support military veterans who use prosthetics. The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team has 14 members from 12 different states and travels the U.S. with their coach, David Van Sleet, to play at community events like this one. The team’s motto is “Life without a limb is limitless.” www. woundedwarrioramuteesoftballteam. org
loCal dEntist dr. miChaEl tEssiEr shows PatiEnts how to EnJoy thEir donuts and still kEEP thEir tEEth and gums in good shaPE “Everyone past the age of ten already knows that the residues from donuts, cakes, candies and those sugary drinks are going to be on the teeth all day, making cavities” says popular local dentist Dr. Michael Tessier .But rather than giving his patients along lecture and wagging his finger at them ,the good doctor often surprises them by offering them yet another sweet treat, saying “Here, try this instead .At my office, we also have a Tic-Tac- like sucky candy that is sweetened with xylitol, which coats the tooth surfaces with a decay-resistant biofilm. We highly recommend that for our patients going through orthodontic tooth straightening, or for anyone who is genetically pre-disposed to tooth decay.” Dr. Tessier adds; “Most people with busy lives find choosing the very best nutritious food is hard to do and sometimes we give in to the temptation of enjoying a doughnut instead of an apple or more nutritious fruit. Treating tooth decay today is nowhere near as onerous as it was when I was a kid. Most cavities can be filled using modern 21st century technology rather than the dreaded drill. Here in my dental office in Rancho Santa Margarita I use a laser! It quickly delivers a small, concentrated amount of energy to a very specific localized area in the space of a few minute visits; the patient is free of pain. Modern technology at its best! Regular visits to the dental office for tooth cleaning and routine inspections will prevent serious conditions from developing in your mouth and guarantee a long and happy relationship with your teeth. If you sometimes give in to a sweet-tooth temptation, don’t worry. For Tessier and his team of happy dental assistants are always there to save the day! As Dr. Tessier says,” I’m a Grandpa, and it is my duty, my prerogative to take my little guys out for a do-nut on occasion. But only on the weekend and only when they’ve also had something nutritious to eat. Please call my office at (949)-459-7212. If you need more information on this subject, or need to make an appointment. Dr. Michael Tessier’s Office is located at 28562 Oso at the intersection of Oso and Antonio parkway down the walkway from Starbucks and the do-nut shop- how ironic.
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from left to right: Corey Mudrock, Dylan Manning, Blake Manning and Chase Manning.
Tesoro PTSA Community Outreach has joined forces with St. Baldricks Foundation to help kids with cancer by raising money to cure childhood cancers. To the surprise and delight of the PTSA and the students of Tesoro High School, Principal Dr. Dan Burch took center stage during lunch and shaved a Batman logo onto the back of his head last week to show his support of the program. This event was held on Sunday, March 17 (St. Patrick’s Day) at Tesoro High School. It was the 6th Annual Orange County St. Baldrick’s event!!! In 5 years over $440,000 has been raised and 1185 heads shaved!! In 2013, the goal is to reach 1/2 a MILLION DOLLARS. For more details visit http:// www.stbaldricks.org/events/mypage/870/2013.
Trabuco Canyon Little League Duke AA Team, 7 of our teammates participated in St. Baldricks. We are so proud of all the boys who shaved their heads to raise money for childhood cancer! They are in front row from left to right: Sammy Dreifuss, Corey Mudrock, Ryan Tabor Back row left to right: Tyler Sturm, Kevin McCaffery, Chase Kotowitz, Dylan Bennett The Ladera Ranch News
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Light in Africa – Tanzania Trip, Part 1 by Kelly Bennett I left for Tanzania February 17th and returned March 8th; 20 days in Africa, not knowing what to expect and not knowing what I was doing. Although It was an amazing trip, something that you only experience once in a lifetime, I felt a calling to go - like a “I have to be here” feeling. Before I left, everyone said my life will be changed, well, they were right. What I saw and what I experienced brings me to tears every time I think about it. The children who are, by no fault of their own, brought into this world and then abandoned or orphaned. The families experiencing extreme poverty, sickness and depression because of the lack of having water and other basic needs. It all started last fall; I was covering an event for this column. It was about a man - Bonner Paddock who was being celebrated at a going away party as he was competing in the Iron Man Triathlon in Hawaii. You might remember him; in 2008 he was the first person with Cerebral Palsy to climb Mount Kilimanjaro - now he was going to be the first with CP to enter the Iron Man Contest. At this event, he introduced a lady by the name of Mama Lynn. Lynn Elliott is her name; her van just pulled up and as she came closer, she was pushing a girl in a wheel chair - Juliana - she just had surgery the day before. You see, Juliana was one of the children living at Light in Africa, a children’s home Mama Lynn founded in Tanzania, Juliana was brought here to have her legs amputated and then fitted with prosthetic legs. Mama Lynn’s story is quite amazing, as she cares for up to 300 children who are orphaned or abandoned, have HIV/AIDS and/or are physically or mentally challenged. I introduced myself and said I would love to have a cup of tea with her and learn about her organization. We met a few days later and talked for hours. I fell in love with her story and Light in Africa. I couldn’t believe the compassion, love and warmth coming from this amazing woman who - eleven years ago - sold everything she had and went to Africa because of a calling. There was something there - I had to get this story to the masses - so I jumped at the chance to get some press about this wonderful woman and what she’s doing for the children and people of Africa; especially about Juliana and her story of coming to America. While speaking to Mama Lynn that day and hearing her story and all the other stories she had to tell about her journey, every one of them being more fascinating than the next, I was captivated. I suggested that she write a book. She needs to tell her story! She needs to tell her Light in Africa story. I suggested a publisher that I knew for her to contact and explore if it would be a viable opportunity for her and them. She emailed them, they called – they chatted - and after a few emails and phone calls back and forth, they agreed to help and now want her to write her story! That’s where I come in. Mama Lynn is almost finished writing her story. I went to Light in Africa to learn everything I can about this nonprofit Light in Africa - about Tanzania - about the children and about Mama Lynn. I want to make sure I can tell this story to everyone who will listen; I want to get her the press she deserves and needs to tell the world about what she is doing and how it’s impacting the world. Travel with me and read about my adventures as next week, I’ll tell you about my “Extreme Massai Experience”, saving 7 week old twins and me running with the bulls! I want to make a difference - a change. If you’d like to make a donation or want more information about Light in Africa - you can visit www.LightInAfrica.org.
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The day I met Mama Lynn. Here she is (on the left) posing with UCP-OC CEO Cathleen Collins, UCP-OC Therapy Manager Lisa Kerfoot and Juliana.
Arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport
Light in Africa is located at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro (Photo by Alex Ulrich)
My last night with Juliana while she was here in the USA - she’s here with her new legs ready to go back to Tanzania.
Typing my column in Africa (Photo by Joan Coleman)
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Are You the Next Ms. Senior Orange County? The Ms. Senior California Pageant is conducting a search to find contestants in the Orange County area for the third preliminary pageant in April 2013. The two top contestants will advance to the State Pageant to compete for the title of Ms. Senior California in August 2013. The Pageant is open to women who have reached the “age of elegance” – 60 and up. The Pageant seeks to elevate Baby Boomer women as well as senior women, encouraging them to “stay vital and connected with life” and to be role models for their peers and younger generations. Pageant competition is based on an interview, modeling an evening gown, sharing of a philosophy of life statement, and talent. All interested contestants can contact Orange County Director, Pam Wheeler at (949) 241-4007, or email at pwheeler94@cox.net. The Pageant will take place on Saturday April 6, 2013 at 1:30 PM. It will be held at the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way in Mission Viejo. Deadline for applications is Wednesday, March 27, 2013. In honoring the 7 million+ Baby Boomers and seniors in California, the Pageant Program is hosting eight regional preliminary pageants around California, with the Orange County pageant being the third stop. The top two finalists from each preliminary pageant will advance to the State Pageant in August for the title of Ms. Senior California. In addition, Ms. Senior California will go, all expenses paid, to participate in the October 2013 Ms. Senior America Pageant in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Reigning Ms. Senior California, Elisabeth Howard from Topanga Canyon, went on to win Ms. Senior America at the 2012 Ms. Senior America Pageant. Ms. Howard is a graduate of the Juilliard School with a B.S. and M.S. in voice. She is on the vocal faculty of Pepperdine University and is the founder and director of the highly respected Vocal Power Academy in Los Angeles, established in 1980, with a network of teachers teaching the Elisabeth Howard Vocal Power Singing Method. Clients have appeared on American Idol, Star Search, TV series, film and recording, Broadway, Off-Broadway and National Tours. All contestants are also invited to become a member of the Cameo Club and to perform in the “Silver Girls Entertainment” group. Traveling around to large and small venues alike, these Entertainers delight audiences with their talent and by sharing their joy of life. Since 2001, this entertainment group has performed at over 50 events each year. Ms. Senior California of America, Inc. was established as a non-profit corporation in 2010 and is affiliated with Ms. Senior America, Inc., founded in 1971. The Ms. Senior California Pageant is celebrating its 26th anniversary, and is now the largest senior pageant program in the nation. For more information please visit www.MsSrCalifornia.com.
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the lost art of dating revived in rancho by Melanie Hoopes Saturday, March 16, 2013, youth from over 25 congregations of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS), gathered at Santa Margarita Bell Tower for the annual Mormon Prom. Youth ages 16-18 from Laguna Niguel, Rancho Santa Margarita, Mission Viejo, San Clemente and Lake Forest areas attended along with their dates and friends. Dozens of green balloons decorated the hall, celebrating the “Emerald Ball” theme. Liz Forrest, president of the Rancho Santa Margarita Young Women, explains that so many congregations are included both to make it a more fun experience for the youth and to lessen the workload on the adults, all of whom are volunteers. “We want to provide them with a positive experience without the expense of school proms,” Forrester says. “We don’t allow sexualized dancing and insist on modest dress. Not only are these the standards of our Church, but the kids feel less intimidated in this kind of environment.” Megan Taylor of Trabuco Canyon, was particularly excited because the Emerald Ball will be not just her first prom, but her first date. The LDS church has for decades encouraged teens to date only after they turn 16. Taylor, a cheerleader at Mission Viejo High, celebrated this milestone last month and was excited to have a date for the prom. “I didn’t really ask my parents to go on a date before now,” Taylor says. “No dating before 16 has just always been the rule in our family.” Once they turn 16, however, youth of the church are encouraged to start dating. “We want them to learn appropriate social skills,” explains Sterling Brennan, president of the Santa Margarita congregations. “We want the young men to get used to the three P’s: plan, pay, and pair off, to consider their date’s preferences and know how to ask for a date rather than just text. We especially encourage couples to socialize in groups.” “About 80% of the youth are here with dates,” estimates Leslie Mortensen, Young Women’s President of the Mission Viejo LDS congregations. “We feel this event is successful in promoting the lost art of dating, of planning
Left to Right: Ashley Elliott, Valerie Kinnison, Madison French, Jenna Thornburg, Raquel Hoopes, Cassidy Hrabik and bottom row: David Perez, Brandon Neilson, Connor Lee, Ty Whitaker, Colin O’Brien, and Daniel Wood pose with their dates before attending the Mormon Prom in Rancho Santa Margarita. Dates pictured live in Mission Viejo, Foothill Ranch, RSM, Coto de Caza, Foothill Ranch and Lake Forest.
for another’s enjoyment, and getting to know different people.” The event costs $15 per couple. “Paying is part of training for dating,” Mortensen says. Most of the youth attending dined in groups in parents’ homes. Tammy Bailey of Mission Viejo spearheads a dinner party each year, based on the prom’s theme. This year, she turned her home into the Emerald City, complete with yellow brick road, with dinner served by the Wizard of Oz cast. Youth chipped in $10 per couple to help pay for food. “Yes, it’s a lot of work, but really fun,” Bailey says. “No time spent on the youth is ever wasted.”
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On Saturday, March 23rd the Easter Bunny will make a special visit to Boomers in Irvine and Fountain Valley for the 4th Annual Easter Egg Hunt. The Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 10:00 a.m. sharp. Egg Hunt areas are separated into different age groups (12 and under) so that all participants will have an enjoyable experience. (Up to 6 FREE eggs per person filled with prizes). This year’s event will feature thousands of eggs, photo opportunities, prizes, and more at each park. Guests can purchase discounted Easter special packs with a coupon from boomersparks.com for either the Fountain Valley or Irvine locations. Offers vary by location. Boomers Irvine will offer a Starter Pack (3 Attractions) for $12.99, Pro Pack (5 Attractions) for $15.99 or Champ (4 hours unlimited attractions plus $5 in video play) for only $23.99. Also available, (5) King Arthur’s Carnival Rides for kids for only $10. Boomers Fountain Valley will have unlimited play pass for all its most popular attractions for $15.99 for adults and $9.99 for kids 12 and under. For more detail on events and promotions, hours, and locations visit www.boomersparks.com. Boomers is a Family Entertainment Center that offers a wide range attractions and services. Whether you are looking for something fun to do with a small group of friends or looking to host a large corporate event, Boomers is the place to go and we are open 365 days a year! The park features bumper boats, rock wall, batting cages, miniature golf, go karts, and a huge arcade full of gaming options. Special group packages are available for groups of ten or more and birthday party packages are available.
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LADERA RANCH NEWS R est aurant Antonucci’s Restaurant Serving authentic Italian seafood and award-winning pizza since 1976 with exciting appetizers and a full bar and live entertainment on Saturday evening.
24190 Alicia Parkway Mission Viejo. 949-472-4332 Cinnamon Productions Bakery Café
Breakfast can be delightfully decadent with sugary cinnamon rolls like grandma used to make or lighter eggs and toast or scones. Some interesting sandwich possibilities and strong hot coffee OPEN Sunday/Monday 6:30am to 4:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 6:00am to 8:00pm
25672 Crown Valley Pkwy. 949-218-1515 Claim Jumper Monster salad bar, great steaks, full bar with a wide selection of beers and wines to choose from.
27845 Santa Margarita Pkwy, Mission Viejo 461.7170 Cosmo’s Italian Kitchen Owners Bob Quinn and Dick Fisher celebrate their 5th anniversary with special dinners Monday, Wednesday and Sunday. Open 11am Monday to Friday.
28562 Oso Pkwy 949.216.9029 Diho Siam Authentic Thai and Chinese food at affordable prices. Many varieties of Thai and Chinese delicacies. Chicken, Beef, Pork, Tofu and Vegetarian! Barbecue Chicken, Crispy Duck, Beef w/Oyster Sauce. Spicy Cat Fish. Hours: Open daily from 11am to 9pm; Sat. & Sun. until 9:30pm.
27702 Crown Valley Pkwy E-3 365-8777 Don Gustavo’s Authentic Mexican Food with homestyle flavor, menu items include Chile Relleno, Carnitas, Fajitas, Eggs Machaca, Chimicangas, Veggie Burrito, Fish Tacos, Shrimp Enchiladas, Taco Salad. Margaritas, Tequilas y Mas! Plus catering at your home or office. Open for lunch & dinner 7 days a week, plus Weekend Breakfast. Located at Oso/ Marguerite in the Pavillion’s Shopping center,
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1701 Corporate Drive, Ladera Ranch (949) 364-7080 Jalapeno’s Restaurant Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Authentic Mexican food including Chili Verde, Omelettes, Huevos Rancheros, Tostadas, Carne Asada, Menudo, traditional burritos including Beef, Chicken, Fish, Beans (Vegetarian), Chile Rellenos, Taquitos, Enchiladas. Imported and domestic beers.
27602 Antonio Pkwy, 364-5614 Latte Da Bagelry & Grill Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served all day. Fifteen different types of bagels made daily. Salads, burgers, plus Italian specialties like Chicken Alfredo. opens at 6am daily; closes at 9pm Monday through Saturday, open until 4pm on Sunday.
21612 Plano Trabuco Road at Santa Margarita Parkway in the Albertson’s Center in Rancho Santa Margarita. 949-589-6405 O’Neill’s Bar & Grill at the Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club. Sunday Brunch at O’Neill’s is a delicious and leisurely experience. Zagat calls it the “best value in Orange County.” Daily specials include fresh fish, steaks, pizza and hearty sandwiches.
26772 Avery Pkwy, Mission Viejo. 949-305-5100 Peppino’s Newly remodeled restaurant on the Lake, expanded the dining area, full service bar, waiting lounge and a front dining patio. The rear-dining terrace offers a beautiful view of Lake Mission Viejo. Happy Hour daily from 3:00 to 7:00 pm.
27780 Vista del Lago, Mission Viejo 859.9556 P.F. Changs China Bistro Superb Shanghai Street Noodles, available in few places on the globe, make the trip to Mission Viejo Mall a veritable necessity.
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The Ranch Sports Grill All Laker games, NHL, Fox Soccer and all Top Games. Taco Tuesdays, Slider Wednesdays, Taste of Italy Thursdays, DJ Friday nights. Happy Hour 11am to 6pm Mon.- Fri.
27412 Antonio Pkwy. 429-7737 Roma D’ Italia Menu items include Calabrese Pizza, Pasta Estiva, Gnocchi Catanzaro, Grilled Halibut or Salmon, Shrimp Calabrese, Mostaccioli Arrabbiata, Veal Sorrentino, Osso Buco, Eggplant Sorrentino and more. Don’t forget to try one of the homemade desserts like Tiramisu, Rum Cake, Cannoli and Cheesecake. You can also order beer and wine with some good, inexpensive Chiantis by the bottle.
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Have you dined out recently in Ladera Ranch? The Ladera Ranch News would like your opinion and we are actively looking for more reviews of local area restaurants that are NOT already listed on this page. Please make it brief and informative with 50 words or less. Reviews must include your name, phone or email address (please do not send reviews on fast food or strictly pizza places). Please send your Restaurant Review to newseditorials@yahoo.com
25606 Crown Valley Pkwy. 276-5712 Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria & Tap Room Selma’s serves 6 different styles of pizzas: Deep Dish, Chicago Pie, Low Profile, Artisan, Artisan Wheat, and Gluten Free. Plus great pastas, gourmet salads, Panini sandwiches, appetizers, desserts, and one of the largest selections of beers & wine in the area.Selmas’ offers full service or drop and go Catering.
27702 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ladera Ranch. (949) 388-7260 Simply Fondue Fabulous fondues composed of delicious meats, cheeses, breads, fruits and vegetables with steaming savory sauces. Worth the short trip to
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Trabuco Oaks Steakhouse Forty years serving choice meats and seafood. Home of the famous “2-pound steak.” Relax while you sip one of our sumptuous wines or cocktails or a frosty beer. Everyone welcome - straight from work or off the trail or dressed for a night out. OPEN: Sun.-Thurs. 5pm to 9pm; Fri. and Sat. 5pm to 9:30pm. Please call after 2pm for reservations.
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Ladera Ranch News Legal Notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-12-528843-JP Order No.: 120318699-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/6/2005. 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): WILLIAM E FENTON, HUSBAND & WIFE AND DAISY E FENTON, HUSBAND AND WIFE. Recorded: 7/11/2005 as Instrument No. 2005000534468 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ORANGE County, California; Date of Sale: 4/8/2013 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Anaheim – Orange County, 100 The City Drive, Orange, CA 92868 in the Grand Ballroom Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $379,583.58 The purported property address is: 1 VINCA CT, LADERA RANCH, CA 92694 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 931-89-441 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 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-12-528843-JP . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. TS No.: CA-12-528843-JP IDSPub #0046805 3/15/2013 3/22/2013 3/29/2013
Trustee Sale No. 2012-2979 Notice Of Trustee’s Sale Under A Notice Of A Notice Of Delinquent Assessment And Claim Of Lien Title Order No .12-05624-DF Reference No. LA-RAN 7405-01 APN No. 930-01-538 You Are In Default Under A Notice Of Delinquent Assessment Dated 2/29/2012. 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. Notice is hereby given that on 4/16/2013 at 1:30 PM, S.B.S. Lien Services As the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Notice of Delinquent Assessment, recorded on 3/29/2012 as Document No. 2012000180039 Book Page of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Orange County, California , The original owner: Jeffrey M. Basterrechea The purported new owner: Jeffrey M Basterrechea Will Sell At Public Auction 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 of 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.): north front entrance to municipal Courthouse 700 Civic Center Dr West, Santa Ana All right, title and interest under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment in the property situated in said County, as more fully described on the above referenced assessment lien. The street address and other common designation, if any of the real property described above is purported to be: 72 Orange Blossom Cir Ladera Ranch CA 92694 AKA 72 Orange Blossom Ladera Ranch 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, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum due under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment, with interest thereon, as provided in said notice, advances, if any, estimated fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee, to-wit: $6,513.02 accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The claimant, Ladera Ranch Maintenance Corporation AKA LARMAC under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment 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: 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 For Sales Information, Please Call (623) 434-5560 or visit this Internet Web site , using the file number assigned to this case 2012-2979. 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 Property Is Being Sold Subject To The Ninety Day Right Of Redemption Contained In Civil Code Section 1367.4(c) (4). Please Note That We Are A Debt Collector And Are Attempting To Collect A Debt And Any Information We Obtain Will Be Used For That Purpose. For Sales Information, Please Call (623) 434-5560 Date: 3/11/2013 S.B.S. Lien Services 31194 La Baya Drive, Suite 106 Westlake Village, California 91362 /s/ Annissa Young, Trustee Sale Officer We Are Attempting To Collect A Debt, And Any Information We Obtain Will Be Used For That Purpose. Publish: 3/22, 3/29, 4/5/2013
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Ladera Ranch News Legal Notices Trustee Sale No. 2012-2984 Notice Of Trustee’s Sale Under A Notice Of A Notice Of Delinquent Assessment And Claim Of Lien Title Order No .12-05593-DF Reference No. LA-RAN 0781-03 APN No. 759-362-47 You Are In Default Under A Notice Of Delinquent Assessment Dated 11/15/2011. 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. Notice is hereby given that on 4/17/2013 at 1:30 PM, S.B.S. Lien Services As the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Notice of Delinquent Assessment, recorded on 12/19/2011 as Document No. 2011000662930 Book Page of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Orange County, California , The original owner: Eric Flandrois And Andrea Flandrois The purported new owner: Eric Flandrois Will Sell At Public Auction 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 of 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.): north front entrance to municipal Courthouse 700 Civic Center Dr West, Santa Ana All right, title and interest under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment in the property situated in said County, as more fully described on the above referenced assessment lien. The street address and other common designation, if any of the real property described above is purported to be: 20 First Street 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, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum due under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment, with interest thereon, as provided in said notice, advances, if any, estimated fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee, to-wit: $8,025.90 accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The claimant, Ladera Ranch Maintenance Corporation AKA LARMAC under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment 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: 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 For Sales Information, Please Call (623) 434-5560 or visit this Internet Web site , using the file number assigned to this case 2012-2984. 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 Property Is Being Sold Subject To The Ninety Day Right Of Redemption Contained In Civil Code Section 1367.4(c) (4). Please Note That We Are A Debt Collector And Are Attempting To Collect A Debt And Any Information We Obtain Will Be Used For That Purpose. For Sales Information, Please Call (623) 434-5560 Date: 3/11/2013 S.B.S. Lien Services 31194 La Baya Drive, Suite 106 Westlake Village, California 91362 /s/ Annissa Young, Trustee Sale Officer We Are Attempting To Collect A Debt, And Any Information We Obtain Will Be Used For That Purpose. Publish: 3/22, 3/29, 4/5/2013
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JOANN STOLLBERG, aka: JOANN STOLLBERG, aka: JOANN KISER Case No. 30-2013-00636214-PR-PW-LJC To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of JOANN STOLLBERG aka JOANN STOLLBERG aka JOANN KISER A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by STEVEN KISER in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that STEVEN KISER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on April 18, 2013 at 1:30 PM in Dept. No. L73 located at 341 The City Drive, Orange, CA 92868. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: TRACY MURPHY 9070 IRVINE CENTER DR, STE. 100 IRVINE, CA 92618 Mission Viejo News – 3/22/2013, 3/29/2013, 4/5/2013
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HOMES FOR LEASE 3400 / 3br - Just Reduced! Highly Upgraded - Walk to Beach (San Clemente, CA) This highly upgraded custom 3 Bedroom, 2.5 bath, plus office/ utility area has many upgraded fixtures NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-12-534253-JB Order No.: 120367045-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/20/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial 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): ANTHONY PASCUAL, A SINGLE PERSON AND REGINA M. VERGARA, A SINGLE PERSON Recorded: 7/27/2005 as Instrument No. 2005000578171 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ORANGE County, California; Date of Sale: 4/2/2013 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: On the front steps to the entrance of the Orange Civic Center, 300 E. Chapman, Orange, CA 92866 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $636,620.45 The purported property address is: 57 TARLETON LANE, LADERA RANCH, CA 92694-1303 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 937-01-444 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
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Ladera Ranch News Legal Notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 12-0027412 Title Order No. 12-0046547 APN No. 936-85-272 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/07/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by KOUROSH KAVOOSI, A SINGLE MAN, dated 04/07/2006 and recorded 4/13/2006, as Instrument No. 2006000247509, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Orange County, State of California, will sell on 04/15/2013 at 9:00AM, Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Anaheim - Orange County, 100 The City Drive Orange, CA 92868 Grand Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4 JEROME LANE, LADERA RANCH, CA, 92694. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $519,962.05. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust
with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on a property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1-800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case 12-0027412. 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. DATED: 07/01/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281-8219 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FEI # 1006.161407 3/15, 3/22, 3/29/2013
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or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-12-534253-JB . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. TS No.: CA-12-534253-JB IDSPub #0046615 3/8/2013 3/15/2013 3/22/2013
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Located in the magnificent neighborhood THE WEATHERLY. Culdesac loation with over an acre of land. Offering approx 6000 sq. ft with 6 bedrooms, 7 baths, private office and bonus room. The views are incredible and a truly entertainers dream backyard complete with pool,spa, outside family room and large grass area. This one has it all. 2 Windcroft $2,819,000.00
TUSCAN BEAUTY PRIVATE LOCATION 19,000 sq. ft. view lot Located behind the gates of Dove Canyon and nestled in a very private location. Long driveway Encredible lot on a single loaded street with beautiful views. Offering approx. 3400 sq. ft with 5 This model perfect home has it all. Stunning curb appeal and a fabulous floorplan. Impecleads you into this exceptional floorplan. Offering approx, 3100 sq ft with 4 bedrooms and 4 bedrooms and 5 baths. Light and bright and a very dramatic floorplan. Huge private yard with cable upgrades and a large yard with forever views. Approx. 4000 sq. ft with 4 bedrooms and 5 baths. Long term lease is fine with the owner. baths. Outstanding views. 2 Beaconsfield $650,000.00 spa. 18 Oakmont $949,000.00 9 River Rock $5900.00 per month
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