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Duran Duran and All-American Rejects to Perform as Part of the Summer Concert Series at the Pacific Amphitheatre On Sale May 5 at 10 a.m. Duran Duran (August 11), All-American Rejects (August 8) Duran Duran will perform on Saturday, August 11 and All-American Rejects will perform on Wednesday, August 8 as part of the Summer Concert Series at the Pacific Amphitheatre at the 2012 OC Fair. As always, concert and action sports tickets include Fair admission. These shows are on sale May 5. Tickets for these events go on sale Saturday, May 5, at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster or at the OC Fair & Event Center Box Office, which is open Wednesday 3 p.m. - 9 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, online at ticketmaster.com or by phone (800) 745-3000.
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Announces Spring on the Runway Fashion Show Rave III The Friends of Dorothy Guild benefiting AIDS Services Foundation OC holds its annual spring fashion show – this year on May 23 from 6 – 9 p.m. The runway is bigger and longer, more fashions than ever before, plus the silent and live auctions with beyond-your-imagination items. Spring on the Runway Fashion Show Rave III will be held at Susie and Kevin Coleman’s warehouse at 3130 Airway Ave. in Costa Mesa – just steps from the John Wayne Airport runway. The show runs the gamut from evening wear, sportswear, resort wear, golf wear, workout gear and the signature Dorothy finale – men’s underwear, provided by Freedom Reigns. This year fashion statements will be presented with live commentary by The Friends of Dorothy Guild Founder and Chairwoman Barbara Venezia and OC Register Deputy Editor John Fabris –welcoming fashions by Margaritaville Apparel for men, Dark 8 Custom Leather, West Coast Leather of San Francisco, Rod Alan custom made menswear, Tulum Island Boutique and fantasy gowns by Clay Sadler. Venezia said, “This year truly is going to top every fashion show The Friends of Dorothy Guild has ever done. Our fashion raves are always a sellout with a waiting list. It is truly, a not-to-be-missed event.” To date, the Dorothys have raised more than $600,000 for ASF, We couldn’t have accomplished this without the generosity of our partnering vendors and members, “said Venezia. The stunning models are from Otto Models, hair and make-up by MAC and Studio 4 Salon. Catering provided by Original Tommy’s, Sundried Tomato, The Meat House, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Diva Cupcakes and Barefoot Wine and Bubbly. Special thanks to Susie and Kevin Coleman for the Rave venue. Tickets are just $65 for non-members and $55 per person for guild members. (You can become a member, purchase tickets, become a sponsor or contribute to the silent auction by visiting friendsofdorothy.org) Special thanks go to The Crean Foundation, Center Club, and Classic Party Rentals. The money raised goes to support ASF programs such as food bank, housing, counseling, HIV testing and education. For over 25 years ASF has provided services throughout our community to those affected and infected by HIV and AIDS.
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On May 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Environmental Nature Center (ENC) will host a Summer Nature Camp O p e n House to showcase its eightweek summer camp beginning on July 2. The ENC is located at 1601 E.16thStreet, in Newport Beach. The Open House is free to attend. The ENC encourages families to walk the nature trails and participate in activities with Camp Teachers and Junior Naturalists including: making a cloud in a jar, launching a “poppin’ rocket,” making a volcano, visiting the Butterfly House, as well as seeing and touching live reptiles, amphibians, arthropods, and mammals. Summer Nature Camp beginning on July 2 and concluding on August 23 consists of eight one-week sessions, each with a different theme, including: Do It Yourself Camp, Planet Protectors, Wilderness Survival, Under the Sea, Outdoor Adventure, Incredible Inventions, Outdoor Creativity, and
Mad Science. The Camp is open to students entering Kindergarten through 6th grade and the sessions are divided into small groups based on age. Since 1977, the Nature Camp has provided quality science education in an outdoor, hands-on setting. Campers spend most of their time outside observing nature up close using tools like binoculars, magnifying lenses and microscopes. Science concepts are introduced in a fun environment, with crafts, games and hands-on activities. The cost per session (1 week) is $175, with after-camp care provided for an additional $80; there is no camp on Fridays. These fees cover the costs of instruction, fieldtrip admission and transportation, art and laboratory supplies, and an organic cotton camp
T-shirt. A limited number of partial scholarships are available. For more information about attending the Summer Nature Camp Open House or enrollment in the Summer Nature Camp, log onto the ENC’s website at www.encenter.org, or contact Lori Whalen, Director of Education, by phone at (949) 645-8489 or by email at lori@ encenter.org The ENC’s 3 1/2 acre outdoor classroom displays 15 native plant communities that range from a desert, to a freshwater marsh, to a redwood forest. For more information about the electric vehicle recharging program call 949645-8489, or visit www.ENCenter.org. The ENC is located at 1601 16th Street in Newport Beach.
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Can Parents Teach Their Preschoolers to Play Chess?
How soon can parents start teaching their children to play chess? In their Mongoose Press book, Chess Is Child’s Play,chess educators Laura Sherman and Bill Kilpatrick contend that parents can teach their children before they reach school age. By breaking down the elements of the game into “minigames,” parents and young children alike can learn chess at their own pace. “The first challenge was to teach chess to the parent who isn’t familiar with the game,” Sherman says. “We found that some parents were intimidated by chess. However, after applying our techniques they realized that they could learn to play, along with their children. Really anyone can learn to play the game if they are taught properly.” Sherman and her husband Dan founded Your Chess Coach where they teach dozens of children aged 3-16 each week in various schools. This experience helped them to discover what works and what doesn’t. “My father taught me to play chess when I was nine years old,” Sherman notes. “I think many parents feel that a child needs to be at least that age to learn, but I have found that very young children love to learn chess and do quite well. Young boys and girls gravitate naturally to a chess set!” The “Learning to Think Project” in Venezuela showed that IQ increased in elementary school children when they learned to play chess. A study in New York showed that even reading skill can improve thanks to chess. Many other studies around the world give similar results: chess helps children to do better in school and in life. Chess can even improve children’s social skills. According to Joyce Brown, an educator at the Roberto Clemente School in New York, “Our studies have shown that incidents of suspension and outside altercations have decreased by at least 60 percent since these children became interested in chess.’’ Chess Is Child’s Play - Teaching Techniques That Work by Laura Sherman and Bill Kilpatrick ISBN: 978-1936277315 Publisher: Mongoose Press Date of publish: April 16, 2012 Pages: 304 S.R.P.: $19.95
A GREEN TIE AFFAIR AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL NATURECENTER the Environmental Nature Center (ENC) is hosting a“Green Tie Affair” on June 2 at 5:00 p.m. The event, in celebration of the ENC’s 40th Anniversary, will feature Allan Schoenherr, author of several books including A Natural History of California. A live art auction will showcase the talents of many well-known local artists, including Wyland. Highlighting the event will be Allan Schoenherr, acclaimed nature photographer and author. Live and silent art auctions will feature the works of many local artists, including famous southern California-based marine life artist, Wyland. Guests can also bid on works by Townley, Cheryl Ekstrom, Daniel Oropeza, Haleh Mashian, Kristin Fritz, Joni Pakes, Paul Marto, Roger Webb, Wally Pacholka, Din Weygand, Sama Wareh and members of Laguna Plein Air Artists Association, Concetta Antico, Rodolfo Rivademar, Cydette Vikander, Roderick Reed and Carol Nordman. Since its inception in 1972, the ENC has strived Page 6
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to provide quality education through hands on experience with nature. The ENC’s repertoire of programs includes school field trips as well as programs presented at schools, scout programs, Nature Camps and programs for the community. “Over the last 40 years, the ENC has served as our community’s foremost authority on ecological responsibility, sustainable practices and environmental education,”Robert House, founder and cur-
rent member of the ENC’s Board of Directors said. The ENC’s 3 1/2 acre outdoor classroom displays 15 native plant communities that range from a desert, to a freshwater marsh, to a redwood forest. For more information call 949-645-8489, or visitwww.ENCenter.org. The ENC is located at 1601 16th Street in Newport Beach.
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The 19th Annual Balboa Island Parade Sunday, June 3rd Parade begins at 11:00AM The theme this year is “Rock Around the Island” An Island tradition filled with Children on Bikes, Island Dogs, Decorated Golf Carts and Floats, Vintage Cars, Keystone Cops, Drill Teams, Marching Bands, Local Dignitaries and much more! It’s the Island way of Welcoming Summer to ALL! So come on down to Marine Avenue and help us celebrate “Rock Around the Island” Our bridge closes at 10:30 am, so get here early. Sponsored by the Balboa Island Improvement Association
CCC Veterans Crews Complete Training; Working on Fire Reduction Efforts Fifty military veterans, members of four all-veterans California Conservation Corps crews, are now working in California national forests on fuel reduction and fire prevention efforts. The veterans, based with the CCC in Auburn, Lake Tahoe, San Bernardino and San Diego, recently completed a week-long training under the direction of the U.S. Forest Service. The CCC/ USFS partnership is aimed at easing the veterans’ transition from military service to the civilian workforce and can lead to potential forestry and firefighting jobs through the Forest Service’s Wildland Fire Apprenticeship Program. Funding for the crews is provided by the Forest Service through the CCC/USFS partnership as well as from the operating budget of the California State Assembly through the leadership of Speaker John A. Pérez. “I am very proud the Assembly was able to help make the recent training a success by providing funds to the Conservation Corps through cutting our own budget,” said Speaker Pérez. “These soldiers, who are willing to risk their lives for our country, deserve to have every opportunity to find a quality, decent job that lets them provide
for their family, and this program does exactly that.” The CCC is still recruiting veterans for additional crew openings. Those interested may contact the Corps at 1-800-952-JOBS or contact Tina Ratcliff by phone at (916) 341-3123 or e-mailtina.ratcliff@ccc.ca.gov.
The CCC hired its first three veterans crews in 2011. Many of the participants have been hired by land management agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service, the National Park Service and California State Parks. The California Conservation Corps is a state agency hiring young
men and women for a year of natural resource work and emergency response. Since it was established in 1976 by Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr., more than 115,000 young people have been a part of the program.
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OCTA Board Approves $4.7 Million for Environmental Restoration Projects The Laguna Canyon Foundation is one of six applicants that received funding to restore habitat in Orange County. A total of 55 acres in Aliso Creek will be restored to its natural condition. OCTA Board of Directors today approved $4.7 million in funds for six restoration projects that will help preserve open space lands throughout Orange County. Funds will restore a total of 214 acres in Brea, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Laguna Niguel, Yorba Linda and the County of Orange. The restoration work will include removal of invasive and non-native weeds and plants and the reestablishment of native vegetation that play an important role in the ecosystem. These efforts also encourage the return of native wildlife to reoccupy their former habitats. The work may begin as soon as early 2013 once a restoration plan and grants agreement for each project is complete. The six restoration proposals possess the necessary biological value that would enable OCTA to obtain mitigation assurances and accelerate the environmental permit process for the 13 M2 freeway projects.
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Masterpiece Ball Brings PBS SoCaL $853k at 2012 Gala PBS SoCaL’s 2012 “Masterpiece Ball,” held at the Atlantic Aviation Hangar at John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana had more than 350 attendees celebrating art, culture and education that benefited the station’s PBS educational outreach in Southern California. The hosted cocktail reception was held out on the tarmac where guests were treated to champagne, beautiful cars, and passed hors d’oeuvres while watching the sunset over John Wayne Airport. When the trumpets sounded, folks were escorted into the aviation hanger (which houses airplanes by day). The room was stunning, decorated exquisitely with a white shiny floor and white large round clusters of lights hanging from the tall ceilings with white streamers connecting each of the clusters for a dramatic effect. The tables decorated with purple linens, gold chairs and white china set the appropriate mood for the theme. This black tie affair had some guests decked out in their costumes. From George and Julie Argyros with their period masks, Mindy and Glenn Sterns, Betty and Wiley Aiken and even TV actress Marcia Cross, men and women dressed to a “T”displaying the finest of the Victorian era. Ed Arnold and Ann Pulice from PBS SoCaL’s Real Orange, served as Masters of Ceremonies where they introduced Dr. Jo Ellen Chatham, KOCE-TV Foundation Chair. The fifth annual gala honored “Downtown Abbey” and Masterpiece Theatre Executive Producer Rebecca Eaton, the woman who brought the hit PBS series to America. Also honored were Southern California arts benefactors Marybelle and Sebastian Paul Musco and South Coast Repertory and Founding Artistic Directors David Emmes and Martin Benson. Each honoree was individually highlighted in a video presentation produced by Maria Hall-Brown. Crème de la Crème once again wowed the crowd with a first course of Bibb Lettuce Wedge with Heirloom tomatoes, Maytag Bleu Cheese and Aged Red Wine Vinaigrette with an Heirloom Beet Salad. The main entrée consisted of an absolutely delicious Braised Boneless Short Ribs with Guinness, Dried Cherries and Sweet Potatoes. It was served with Creamy Parmesan Polenta, Cippolini Onions, Braised Brussel Sprouts and a vegetable tower. Dessert was just as yummy with a Three Berry Trifle, Cherry Strudel with Cherry Sauce and Chocolate Bread Pudding Timbale with English Toffee and Sabayon. During dinner, guests were entertained by professional dancers from Motion/ Tribe, and enjoyed listening to“You Lift Me Up” sung by one of Orange County High School of the Arts’ talented singers, Landon Swick. Attendees also were captivated by a surprise performance by “Mel and the Mel-Adjusteds”featuring PBS SoCaL President and CEO Mel Rogers, and the Mel-Adjusteds Jim McCluney, Jim Mazzo, Rick Reiff and Glenn Stearns. The live auction portion of the evening had some high-profile auction items that included: Host a Party for Friends at Bluewater Grill, that went for $4500; 6-night Wild West Luxury Getaway at a Custom House in Southwestern Utah brought in $5000; A Dugout Suite with seating for 12 at a Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim baseball game was sold twice at $3500 for a total of $7,000; A 4-night stay and Airfare to Istanbul, Turkey went for $10,000 and $4,000 bought 3-nights at Casa del Rey in Cabo San Lucas. A man’s Corum Admiral Competition Titanium and Rose Gold Watch sold for $10,000 and a 7-night Stay at Casa Piazza in Manzanillo, Mexico’s exclusive La Punta went twice at $8,000 for a total of $16,000. The live auction was followed by a Fund-The-Need campaign supporting PBS SoCaL’s educational goals. Total proceeds from the gala are estimated at $853,000.00 and benefit the KOCE-TV Foundation, which is focused on making PBS SoCaL the leading educational force in homes throughout the greater Southland area. After dinner and auction, folks were entertained by JT and California Dreamin’;they kept the evening lively with a 45-member band, fronted by John Tu and featured an ensemble of outstanding entertainers. On their way out, guests received an amazing Page 10
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NEWPORT BEACH R est aurant AMELIA’S SEAFOOD & ITALIAN One of the oldest family-owned & operated restaurants in Orange County. For nearly 45 years, this cozy Balboa Island landmark has offered a distinct menu of delectable Italian and seafood dishes.
311 Marine Ave. 949-673-6580 BACK BAY CAFÉ AT NEWPORT DUNES Al fresco dining with views of the bay. Enjoy California cuisine in fun, casual setting. Award-winning seafood chowder. Free parking, guest slips available for boaters. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.
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3201 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar. 949-673-3524 BILLY’S AT THE BEACH Billy’s bayfront restaurant offers a view of the bay and tropical décor. Thick steaks, lobster and fresh Hawaiian seafood such as Ahi and Ono. Polynesian Bar for nightly live entertainment.
2751 W. Coast Hwy. 949-722-1100 BLUEWATER GRILL Located at the former site of Sea Shanty and Delany’s on the water in Newport Beach. Fresh mesquite-charbroiled seafood, pastas and oyster bar items, Sunday brunch, kids menu. Dock spaces, catering & boat charters available.
630 Lido Park Drive. 949-675-3265 BRASSERIE PASCAL A lively French bistro specializing in Prime American steaks prepared “Parisian style”. French and American bistro classics including French Onion Soup, Escargot, Sandwiches, Crepes, Fresh Seafood and souffles. Signature martinis, champagne cocktails, Alsatian beers, French and California wines.
327 Newport Center Drive. 949-640-2700 THE BUNGALOW RESTAURANT Specializes in steaks, seafood and claims to have the best martinis in the county. Their award-winning wine list offers more than 20 premium wines by the glass and over 160 bottled wines. Monday-Friday Happy Hour well drinks for $4.75 and house wine for $5 from 4:30 pm to 8 pm daily.
2441 East Coast Highway in Corona del Mar. Call for reservations. 949-673-6585 CANNERY RESTAURANT & CRUISES Located at the historic wharfside location in the heart of old Cannery Village for 25 years. Open air dining on the wharf is available day and night. Champagne brunch cruises. Awarded Hospitality Ambassador of the Year, 1997.
3010 Lafayette Avenue. cannery@newportbeach.com 949-675-5777
CAFE JARDIN AT SHERMAN GARDENS Dine in a “hidden oasis” amongst a serene paradise garden setting featuring a lite French and Mediterranean luncheon fare at Sherman Gardens. The dining area is available for private parties, banquets for up to 230 people.
949-263-9400 CHART HOUSE RESTAURANT Sunset & water views combined with outstanding cuisine since 1961. Choose from Snapper Hemingway, Shrimp Fresca & slowroasted Prime Rib. Daily selection of fresh fish, an extensive collection of fine wines & whiskies, & decadent desserts.
949-548-5889 COMMONWEALTH LOUNGE & GRILL Balboa Peninsula’s newest restaurant features a modern day supper club with two levels of antique yet trendy décor. CW offers faves like their Garlic & Parmesan Slow Roasted Prime Rib, the best Monte Cristo sandwich since the 50’s plus a variety of steaks, chops, seafood, salads and sandwiches, 26 beers on tap, boutique wines by the glass, and signature cocktails. Open for lunch, dinner, late night and entertainment seven days a week. For more information:
THE RESORT AT PELICAN HILL Celebrating the best of Californian lifestyle: deep, sweeping ocean views from the alfresco terrace with granite tabletops and flower baskets overhead. Seafood and steak dishes. Ocean and golf course views.
2270 Pelican Hill Road South. 949-467-6800 QUIET WOMAN Since 1965, a favorite spot for generations of locals. Fabulous food, worldly wine, inviting ambiance and seamless service.
3224 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar. 949-640-7440 THE RITZ RESTAURANT An award-winning tradition synonymous with elegance, gracious service and a blend of classic and contemporary cuisine creates the perfect atmosphere for any occasion. Five unique dining rooms, which seat from 20 up to 140, each has its own personality and ambiance. Whether your mood ranges from prime steaks, chops, lamb, seafood or a more traditional faire, The Ritz has it all.
3801 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar. 949-760-0331 MAYUR CUISINE OF INDIA Fragrant, pungent spices from all over India are delicately mixed to create a spectacular variety of dishes.
2931 E. Coast Hwy. 949-675-6622 NEWPORT LANDING
VILLA NOVA Established in 1933, this landmark restaurant located on the water offers classic Italian cuisine and a spectacular view. Homemade pastas, fresh seafood, veal specialties. Live entertainment nightly.
3131 W. Coast Hwy. 949-642-7880 WOODY’S WHARF
2318 W. Newport Boulevard. 949-675-0474
4001 W. Pacific Coast Hwy. 949-645-THAI
A beautiful replica of one of England’s oldest country inns, features candlelight and cozy fireplaces. Award-winning food, exceptional service and unmistakable style.
949-760-8686
ROYAL THAI
DAILY GRILL
FIVE CROWNS
The latest restaurant concept from the Tommy Bahama Group, features regional, seasonally fresh cuisine in a casually, elegant setting. Designed for Newport Beach locals and visitors, it is a casually elegant oasis. Please visit www.tommybahama.com/cafe for the most current offerings.
949-720-1800
Exquisite Thai dinning with its delicious flavors and exotic atmosphere. Enjoy the quiet tranquility of Thai culture, sample our dishes and experience the taste of Thailand.
949-644-2223
TOMMY BAHAMA’S ISLAND GRILLE
Fresh seafood moderately priced in a casual nautical setting. There are even slips to accommodate several large yachts for customers who prefer sailing to driving. Live rock ‘n roll entertainment Thurs.- Sat.
www.commonwealthlounge.com 949-675-4444
Daily Grill serves traditional American fare featuring Genuine Angus Steaks and Chops, Fresh Seafood, Classic Cobb and Caesar Salads, Meat Loaf with Mashed Potatoes, Chicken Pot Pie, not-to-be-missed Desserts and Sunday brunch 9am to 2pm. All served in a sophisticated yet casual atmosphere.
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RUBY’S DINER 1940’s diner captures all of the good feelings of a classic all-American diner. End of the Balboa Pier, Balboa.
949-675-7829 RUSTY PELICAN RESTAURANT A long Newport Beach tradition for outstanding meals and legendary service. Breathtaking harbor views and a wide variety menu. Award- winning wine list.
949-642-3431
21 OCEANFRONT New American cuisine comes to life in this custom-designed location overlooking the harbor in Newport Beach. Chef Umberto Rubelli brings culinary drama to his inventive dishes for lunch & dinner.
2100 West Oceanfront. 949-673-2100 345 SAN SHI GO A seasonal experience on every visit! Dinner Only - Tuesday thru Thursday & Sunday 5:00 to 10:00pm; Fridays & Saturdays from 5:00 to10:30pm. Located on the Balboa Peninsula at:
205 Main St., Newport Beach. 949.673.3724
SAM & HARRY’S USDA prime steaks, “jet-fresh” seafood flown in daily from around the world, and an award-winning wine program that showcases a list of hand selected bottles, while highlighting 50 wines by the glass. Private dining rooms provide the perfect ambiance for an evening of business or leisure. Sunday Brunch 6am to 1pm.
949-729-6900
Waterfront dining including fresh seafood, prime beef, and Sunday champagne brunch. The casual upstairs lounge offers complete menus, patio deck, and live entertainment. Banquets and catering available.
503 E. Edgewater, Balboa. 949-675-2373 PALM TERRACE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE From casual to elegant, indoors or out, Island Hotel is famous for its award-winning cuisine directed by world-recognized Executive Chef Bill Bracken. Enjoy a leisurely meal poolside amid lush gardens and graceful palms at the Palm Terrace Restaurant or a refreshing cocktail at the lounge.
949-760-4920
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Rich Fellers Claims $60,000 Grand Prix of California
Rich Fellers guides Colgan Cruise to the only clear round of the $60,000 Grand Prix of California
The reigning World Cup Champion, Rich Fellers, once again rode away to victory in flawless fashion at Showpark Ranch and Coast in Del Mar, California. With the sun shining and the crowds filling up the stands, it was the place to be for some exhilarating competition. Fellers was just warming up with a solid one-two finish in the $10,000 1.40M Jumper Classic, presented by CardFlex. He then went on to steal the show with the only clear round in the $60,000 Grand Prix of California, presented by EQU Lifestyle Magazine. Giving his World Cup winning mount Flexible a well deserved week off from showing, Fellers was able to showcase some of his other notable mounts over the Grand Prix grass course here at the Del Mar Horse Park. Today’s Grand Prix course was yet another reputable track built by th e prominent course designer Anthony D’Ambrosio. Twenty-nine horse and rider combinations took on the challenge and after a few rounds it appeared that it was going to take a superior ride to master the 14 obstacle test. The talk of the track was an early vertical-oxer double combination that prevented many riders from continuing onto the jumpoff. “It was big,” Fellers smirked, “and anytime you put something that big early in the course it typically causes problems. The distance was set so you had to be precise. Too fast or too slow, it wouldn’t work. Overall, it was a really good 1.50M course” Eighteen of the twenty-nine rounds Page 14
came up with at least one rail at the 3ab combination. Other fences the competitors faced included a skinny vertical, a liverpool oxer to vertical combination, a huge triple bar, and a spooky vertical-vertical double combination that created a collection of refusals and rails. In the final rounds of the class, Lise Gregory and Alec Lawler’s Crown Princess had one of the best rides through the complex 3ab combination. However with an unfortunate rail later in the course, the pair finished with just four faults in a time of 82.005, good enough for third. Zamiro (8), owned byAlix Fargo, and Susie Artes were the fastest of the four faulters, stopping the clock at 81.921 and finishing in second respectively. If it wasn’t going to be the unstoppable champion Flexible himself to take the win, it was going to be one sired by him. Rich Fellers’ 10 year old Irish Sport Horse mare, Colgan Cruise, owned by Harry Chapman and Fellers, is sired by the champion. “She sure doesn’t look like Flexible,” Fellers laughed, “but she sure has the same heart he does. I took it easy with her last week (Del Mar National) to build her confidence and she felt as good as ever this week. I was very happy with her.” Earlier in the day, it became an overall team effort when Rich Fellers rode away with both first and second in the $10,000 1.40M Jumper Classic, presented by CardFlex. Dynamo is owned by Harry Chapman and
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Fellers and McGuiness is owned by Harry and Molly Chapman Friday evening’s featured class was the $10,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby. A strong field of 40 horse and rider combinations took on the track by Joe Lombardo for this high performance challenge. By the end of the Classic Round, the leaderboard had veteran rider John French sitting in the top three slots going into the Handy Round. Gabanno lead the way with a Classic Round score of 175. Small Affair and Celtic were both sitting comfortably in second and third with scores of 170. Joe Lombardo built a fluid classic course, however, when the top twelve returned for the Handy Round, there was a range of obstacles that resulted in a lot of movement amongst the final top twelve placings. With the four option fences, multiple tight turns, a ride up the bank to a vertical and back down to another vertical, a hand gallop to an oxer and a trot approach over the final fence, it became a tactical round in which the horse’s ability needed to be considered. “I wanted to boost my horses’ confidence in the classic round,” French explained about Small Affair, “so I didn’t take all the options. My horse felt really good in the warmup ring so even though there were a few spooky fences to look out for in the classic round, I did the same in the Handy round and it turned out great.” John French and Small Affair were able to rack up handy points with their quality of ride, movement,
and overall style throughout the round to walk away Champions. Gabanno, owned by Elizabeth McGillivray, was the final horse to tackle the Handy Round. After tracking up the bank nicely, “He sort of scooted down the hill,” explained French, “and picked up speed. I tried to leave him alone to relax, but that caused him lose focus a bit,” resulting in an unfortunate dropped rail. Celtic, owned by Heritage Farms Inc., was a new mount for French in the Derby yet was still confident he could handle the spooky jumps and options without a problem. Proving French right with a Handy Round score of 193, Celtic came out of the Handy Round as well earned Reserve Champion. Multiple riders were able to adjust the track to their horse’s ability and move up the leaderboard. Notable mentions go to Christa Endicott and Davlyn Farms’ Answered Prayer who came into the Handy Round in 12th, taking all the high options and adding style to her ride to collect additional handy points and finish 3rd respectfully. The competition continues in Del Mar for the Showpark June Jamboree, May 31st - June 3rd. It will then shift up to San Juan Capistrano for six weeks with the Blenheim June Classic Series, June 6th - 24th, Blenheim Red, White & Blue, June 27th - July 1st, and the Blenheim Jumper Classic, July 6th - 8th. Visit the Blenheim EquiSports website, www.showpark. com, for more information.
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exclusive Celebrity Chef Challenge photos by Williams Casper An exclusive Celebrity Chef Challenge, produced by Lance Perkins took place on Saturday, May 5 from 2:30 – 5 p.m. Six challenger chefs including; Raya Belna of Seabirds Truck on Food Network’s “The Great Food Truck Race”, Doug Stratton of Spiced Bamboo, Bridget Reilly of Bite Market, Stef Kelly of Chef Stef Candy Company, Anna “Naturalista” Allen of Delicious Nutrition and Chris Tzorin were challenged with creating dishes inspired by fitness, nutrition, sustainable/natural foods and the health benefits of chocolate. Chefs Susan Irby “the Bikini Chef” with Louise Mellor “Geez Louise” and Stuart O’Keeffe of Food Network’s “Private Chefs of Beverly Hills” will join to host the challenge. Special celebrity guests from “The Real Housewives of Orange County”; Jeana Keough, Lynne Curtin, Fernanda Rocha and Chef Chaz Bradley indulged in the challengers’ dishes and sharing their insights on fitness “The Real Housewives of Orange County”; Lynne Curtin, Jeana Keough and Fernanda Rocha
and nutrition. Chef Josie Smith-Malave of Bravo’s “Top Chef”, Jonathan Grahm of “Compartés Chocolatier” featured on “Oprah”, Chef Be*Live “Gourmet Raw Celebrity Chef”, Wing Lam of Wahoo’s, Pascal Olhats of Pascal Restaurant and Lé Brasserie, Rachel Marie of Blackmarket Bakery and Randy Fuhrman will be just some of the kitchen stars judging the challenge.
Jeana Keough with Anna Allen winner of 4 awards Top chef, Best Appetizer, Best Healthy Dish, and Best Desert
The OC Tastefest “Celebrity Chef Challenge” AWARDS BEST SALAD OR APPETIZER Chef Anna “Naturalista” Allen BEST MAIN DISH Chef Raya Belna BEST DESSERT Chef Anna “Naturalista” Allen BEST COCKTAIL Bridget Reilly BEST PRESENTATION Chef Chris Tzorin BEST HEALTHY DISH Chef Anna “Naturalista” Allen TOP OVERALL WINNER Chef Anna “Naturalista” Allen
LCAD Launches High School Animation Exchange Program Laguna College of Art + Design’s (LCAD) Animation program recently instituted a program reaching out to Warren High School in Downey, California, enabling talented students from both institutions to collaborate on real-world experiences in the animation industry. Following a recruitment presentation in February to eager Warren High students by LCAD Animation Program Chair David Kuhn and Professor David Pruiksma, approximately 50 of those students visited the LCAD campus to view the Chris Sander’s Original Art show, exhibiting exclusively in the LCAD gallery. The high-schoolers were thrilled with the show, impressed with the campus, and as a result of connection and discussion between David Kuhn, the chairperson of LCAD Animation and the student’s instructor Bill Austin, the college is now hosting 10 select students who have apprenticed by assisting college seniors to create films for their year-end projects and portfolios. Over the course of three weekly sessions, the high school students watch the films in progress, and then are given tasks to assist with which include animating, rough in-betweening or clean-up and coloring. The program provides an opportunity for younger students interested in animation to earn practical experience working on high-quality, fully animated films. The teaching experience reciprocally allows the opportunity for LCAD seniors to hone their communication skills and develop teaching techniques. “The first meeting with the
High School students was so successful that our seniors told us the helpers all exceeded expectations, and they can’t wait for further interaction,” remarked LCAD Professor David Pruiksma. “It’s great to see something like this take off, and we hope to continue this program next year with other high schools as well.” The culmination of the program will result in the Laguna Animation Film Festival (LAFF) to be held at South Coast Cinema in Laguna Beach on May 12, where the student films will
debut for the public and industry professionals. Here, the high school students will be able to see the films they worked on and their names up in the credits up on the big screen. LCADs Animation program is world-class in caliber and promotes the development of individual artistic skills while enhancing the creative imagination. Graduates have gone on to work for animation giants that include Disney, Pixar, Nickelodeon and Fox Television.
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legal notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No: A534747 CA Unit Code: A Loan No: 9123896/PANG Min No: 1000593-1234569386-2 AP #1: 424-433-01 EAST WEST INVESTMENTS, INC, as duly appointed Trustee under the following described Deed of Trust WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States) and/or the cashier’s, certified or other checks specified in Civil Code Section 2924h (payable in full at the time of sale to T.D. Service Company) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property hereinafter described: Trustor: MING HSIANG LEE PANG Recorded December 21, 2006 as Instr. No. 2006000856262 in Book --- Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ORANGE County; CALIFORNIA , pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded January 27, 2012 as Instr. No. 2012-047651 in Book --- Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ORANGE County CALIFORNIA. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED DECEMBER 19, 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. 210 FERN STREET, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663 “(If a street address or common designation of property is shown above, no warranty is given as to its completeness or correctness).” Said Sale of property will be made in “as is” condition 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 as in said note provided, advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. Said sale will be held on: JUNE 1, 2012, AT 3:00 P.M. *ON THE FRONT STEPS TO THE ENTRANCE OF THE ORANGE CIVIC CENTER, 300 E. CHAPMAN, ORANGE, CA 92866 At the time of the initial publication of this notice, the total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the above described Deed of Trust and estimated costs, expenses, and advances is $479,465.43. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the
lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 480-5690 or (800) 843-0260 ext 5690 or visit this Internet Web site: http://www.tacforeclosures.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case A534747 A. 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 verity postponement information is to attend the scheduled 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 monies paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: May 1, 2012 EAST WEST INVESTMENTS, INC as said Trustee, as Authorized Agent for the Beneficiary MARLENE CLEGHORN, ASSISTANT SECRETARY T.D. SERVICE COMPANY 4000 W. Metropolitan Drive, Suite 400 Orange, CA 92868-0000 The Beneficiary may be attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose. If available , the expected opening bid and/or postponement information may be obtained by calling the following telephone number(s) on the day before the sale: (714) 480-5690 or (800) 843-0260 ext 5690 or you may access sales information at www.tacforeclosures.com. TAC# 956295 PUB: 05/11/12, 05/18/12, 05/25/12
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PHYSICIAN REFERRAL COMPANY SUPPORTS PEOPLE IN TRANSITION
Gary Calvaneso, Mary Baker, Sandra McElwee, Miriam Kang, Linda Matulis
When your primary care physician tells you that you need to see a specialist, most patients assume their doctor will refer them to a quality physician. After all, anyone who is going to treat you should be board-certified, well versed in the latest techniques and have an impressive record of successes with other patients; right? Well it may come as a surprise that the referral system doesn’t actually work that way. Most people assume their primary care doctor has a rolodex of top notch specialists to pass along as needed. In today’s fast paced world, primary care physicians simply don’t have the time to go out, research and meet with other specialists. With specialists operating margins falling over the past decade and health care reforms putting pressure on their bottom line, quality specialists have a need to do a better job educating referring doctors and patients about their expertise. That’s where 2 local residents, Gary Calvaneso and Sandra McElwee who met through Saddleback Church, decided there was an opportunity to work with quality specialists and educate referring primary care physicians about their skills. In early 2011, they formed a referral marketing company called The Referral Specialists (www.TheReferralSpecialists.com).
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The Referral Specialists provide practice representatives and referral marketing services to specialty physicians. Practice representatives are experienced healthcare professionals who call on primary care physicians and complementary specialists to educate them about their specialist client’s expertise. Since starting their business, their specialty physician clients have experienced positive gains as a direct result of their services. Typically these specialists triple or quadruple the number of referring physicians who refer to them and increase their bottom line. In fact, the Referral Specialists business caught the attention of the Wall Street Journal’s Smart Money magazine where they were mentioned by name. “Our business connects quality specialists with PCP’s (Primary Care Physicians) through referral marketing, said Gary Calvaneso, Managing Partner. Educating the medical community not only benefits everyone in the medical market but also produces jobs which is something that our community really needs”. Aside from achieving positive results for their clients, what makes The Referral Specialists unique is their dedication to helping those that are unemployed and need help. For Calvaneso, it is something he takes to heart.
Nearly every Monday for the past 6 years, Calvaneso has been a volunteer at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, listening to and coaching unemployed people with a smile and an offer of hope. “For our practice reps, we only consider candidates that are unemployed” said Calvaneso. “We are not interested in recruiting people that already have a job and an income. We prefer to support those that do not. It is our way of giving back to the community by helping those in need which is a principle of our faith.” “You would be surprised at the high level of unemployed talent there is out there” said Sandra McElwee, Managing Partner. “One of our practice reps is a senior woman with over 25 years of pharmaceutical sales experience calling on physicians’ offices. She was out of work for over 2 years before joining up with us and has done a great job for our clients”. Not only do the Referral Specialists focus on working with unemployed candidates, but they also do the same for suppliers. “We wanted to apply our faith based principles of helping those in need to all aspects of our business, said Calvaneso”. “Even the caterer we use is trying to generate income through a home based business. What employers need to understand is that being unemployed has nothing to do with talent or quality. We carefully screen our suppliers, looking for skill and quality first. The doctors all rave about her food and she now gets additional business from them”. “We have a stay-at-home mom who makes some of the best toffee you’ll ever taste, right out of her home kitchen. Here again, our clients rave about her toffee and have provided her additional business” said Calvaneso. For his volunteerism in supporting people in transition in 2011, Calvaneso received the Orange County Spirit of Volunteerism Award as part of the leadership team managing Saddlebacks Career Coaching and Counseling program. If you are a physician with a specialty medical practice and are interested in a free consultation to learn more about how The Referral Specialists can help increase referrals from other physicians, visit their website at www. TheReferralSpecialists.com , call them 949-433-1702 or e-mail them at info@get-referred.com.
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legal notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-10-411775-RM Order No.: 100764199-CA-GTO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/1/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): KENNETH C. OLBERG, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 5/11/2006 as Instrument No. 2006000316094 F_DOT_Recording_Book F_DOT_Recording_Page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ORANGE County, California; Date of Sale: 6/8/2012 at 9:00am 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: $462,202.97 The purported property address is: 25 SEASCAPE DR. #46, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663 Assessor’s Parcel No. 933-33-046 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-10-411775-RM . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. TS No.: CA-10-411775-RM IDSPub #0027330 5/18/2012 5/25/2012 6/1/2012
Trustee Sale No. 438073CA Loan No. 3010935900 Title Order No. 187998 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10-02-2006. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 06-08-2012 at 9:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 10-13-2006, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 2006000691683, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of ORANGE County, California, executed by: BILL L WALTERS JACQUELINE A WALTERS HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s 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. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. 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, interest thereon, estimated 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. Place of Sale: ON THE FRONT STEPS TO THE ENTRANCE OF THE ORANGE CIVIC CENTER, 300 E. CHAPMAN, ORANGE, CA Legal Description: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $5,386,331.73 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 5 RIDGELINE DR NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660 APN Number: 461-091-26 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 05-08-2012 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee DEREK WEAR-RENEE, ASSISTANT SECRETARY CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800-892-6902 For Sales Information: (714) 730-2727 or www.lpsasap. com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com THE FOLLOWING NOTICES APPLY TO PROPERTIES CONTAINING ONE TO FOUR SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES ONLY. 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, this information can be obtained from one of the following two companies: LPS Agency Sales & Posting at (714) 730-2727, or visit the Internet Web site www. lpsasap.com (Registration required to search for sale information) or Priority Posting & Publishing at (714) 573-1965 or visit the Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com (Click on the link for “Advanced Search” to search for sale information), using the Trustee Sale No. shown above. 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. P947866 5/18, 5/25, 06/01/2012
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“BEETHOVEN’S NINTH” INSIDE AND OUT Beethoven’s crowning achievement, the epic and exquisite Symphony No. 9, “Choral”—featuring the soul-stirring “Ode to Joy,” which has thrilled listeners around the world for nearly two centuries—brings Pacific Symphony’s 2011-12 classical season to a memorable close in a variety of ways. First! The concert, led by Music Director Carl St.Clair, features a monumental union of orchestra and voices that includes Pacific Chorale and four world-class opera singers—soprano Kelley Nassief; mezzo-soprano Susana Poretsky; tenor Chad Shelton; and bass Kevin Deas—who take on the florid and challenging solo passages in the fourth movement of Beethoven’s Ninth. Completing the program are two timely works by Frank Ticheli: “Rest” (a world premiere version for strings) and “Radiant Voices,” a hopeful response to the 1992 Los Angeles Riots, providing a stunning prelude. Taking place Thursday-Saturday, May 31, June 1-2, at 8 p.m., in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, this concert is also part of the Symphony’s Music Unwound series and includes a display of Beethoven-inspired artwork by local artists who responded to the call: “OC Can You Create?” (more below). A
preview talk by composer Ticheli begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25-$110; for more information or to purchase tickets, call (714) 755-5799 or visit www.PacificSymphony.org. Second! Pacific Symphony, in association with Segerstrom Center for the Arts, presents the very first “Pacific Symphony Plazacast,” a live simulcast of the Symphony’s Beethoven Ninth performance shown on the Center’s Arts Plaza during the Saturday, June 2, concert starting at 9 p.m., with festivities, including a selection of food available for purchase, beginning at 8:30 p.m. The evening is a prismatic celebration of Maestro St.Clair’s 60th birthday, the Center’s 25th anniversary and John Alexander’s 40th anniversary as artistic director of Pacific Chorale, hosted by Classical KUSC’s Rich Capparela. This unique event is free and open to the public with no ticket required. The community is invited to come early, bring chairs and blankets, and picnic on the plaza, while enjoying a preview and live interviews by Capparela with key guest artists—and a few surprises. “Beethoven’s Ninth is a symphony in search of a voice,” says Maestro St.Clair. “Yet, we don’t hear that voice until the final movement. ‘Ode to
Joy’ has become an anthem for peace, for unification, for brotherly love, for manhood, and it’s just a simple little tune that we all know and can hum.” When Beethoven’s Ninth premiered in 1824, conducted by the composer himself, he was so profoundly deaf that he heard nary a note. Nor did he hear the five standing ovations the epic choral work received. This is the final complete symphony of Beethoven, which has become one of the bestknown works of the Western classical repertoire, and has been adapted for use as the European Anthem. The symphony is considered one of Beethoven’s masterpieces and one of the greatest musical compositions ever written. It’s also the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony. The words were taken from “Ode to Joy,” a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785. “‘Radiant Voices,’ though composed in 1993 as a result of his feelings about the L.A. riots, is more a hopeful statement that something
positive would come from this dark time,” says St.Clair. “Also, because he knew the orchestra so well, there are many solos for specific players and instruments. It starts with a cello solo; there’s also a trumpet solo, a clarinet solo, a flute cadenza, wonderful moments for just strings and a lot of percussion. It ends with an incredible joyful quality of sound and an energy that is quite positive, which is Frank Ticheli in a nutshell.” This set of concerts is generously sponsored by Tara and David Troob. Pacific Symphony’s classical series performances are made possible by the Hal and Jeanette Segerstrom Family Foundation, with additional support from American Airlines, The Westin South Coast Plaza, KUSC and PBS SoCal.
For Value, Look to South Africa By David White Value-conscious wine consumers know to avoid marquee regions like Napa Valley and Burgundy. Those who are comfortable with the obscure find value in places like Spain, northern Italy, and France’s Loire Valley. Those who are more comfortable with easy-to-pronounce locales stick to places like Argentina, New Zealand, and California’s Central Coast. All value seekers should add South Africa to their lists. South Africa’s wine industry can trace its roots to 1650s, when the Dutch East India Company established an outpost at the Cape of Good Hope to provide its merchants, who were constantly voyaging from Europe to East Asia, with fresh food and supplies. The settlers were urged to plant vineyards, as wine could defend against scurvy. Over the next 300 years, South Africa’s wine industry experienced all manner of ups and downs. But by and large, local vintners were more interested in quantity than quality, primarily producing cheap wine for local consumption. South Africa’s modern wine era began in 1973, when lawmakers created the “Wine of Origin” system to regulate labeling. A number of quality brands soon launched, but even then, South Page 18
African wine remained a local beverage. Because of Apartheid -- the system of institutionalized racial segregation -- most Western nations refused to trade with South Africa. When South Africa’s last remaining Apartheid laws were abolished in the early 1990s, the world suddenly opened up. And a young entrepreneur -- Andre Shearer -- made it his mission to share South Africa’s finest wines with the world. Twenty years have passed, and Shearer is still on that mission. Today, his company, Cape Classics, is the largest importer of South African wines to the United States. And Shearer hasn’t yet tired of promoting his nation’s wines. “The value of South African wines is extraordinary,” Shearer explained over breakfast one recent morning. “The past few years have actually been very good for us, because Americans are seeking value. Retailers and sommeliers are looking for good wine that’s affordable -- and American consumers are open minded and willing to try wines from unfamiliar places.” To most Americans, South Africa remains an “unfamiliar place.” That’s why Shearer understands his job is far from over. Consider a basic question. Is SouthAfrica a New World or Old World wine region? At first blush, the answer seems
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obvious. South Africa is still finding its footing in the global market, so obviously, it’s a New World region. Then again, South Africa has been producing wine for nearly 350 years. When Napoleon was exiled to Saint Helena in 1815, he found solace in “Constantia,” a South African dessert wine that’s still produced. So it’s a trick question. Over the past year, I’ve tasted hundreds of wines from South Africa. With virtually every classic variety -- Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon -- the best wines bridge the gap between the Old World and the New World. In other words, South African vintners don’t try to hide the sunshine, yet they don’t go overboard. South Africa’s top wines are unabashedly ripe but also show finesse. For these varieties, some labels to look for include Glen Carlou, Kanonkop, Thelema, De Morgenzon, Rust en Vrede, and Mulderbosch. Then there’s South African Chenin Blanc, which is both stunning and affordable -- yet somehow remains under the radar. Although the grape’s ancestral home is France’s Loire Valley, more than half the world’s plantings of Chenin Blanc are in South Africa. Just like vintners in France, South African producers make
the wine in a variety of styles, from bone dry to lusciously sweet. For my palate, fresh Chenin Blanc is unbeatable as an everyday white wine. When well crafted, Chenin Blanc is bursting with fresh fruit and delicate floral aromas, and backed by crisp acidity. Raats Family Wines and Ken Forrester both make delightful Chenin Blanc for around $13 per bottle. Andre Shearer doesn’t expect South African wine to “explode” in popularity anytime soon. He’s seen slow but steady growth over the past twenty years, and expects that trend to continue. Yet his nation is consistently producing many fantastic wines, and virtually all are good values. Americans are eager to try new wines, and we’re more price-conscious than ever before. So I’m expecting an explosion.
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12 minutes a day mental gymnastics Memory exercises performed for just 12 minutes a day for 8 consecutive weeks have proven to to keep the brain sharp and can reverse memory loss in those at risk for developing alzheimers. The memory exercise called Kirtan Kriya has been researched and tested, and has proven to be beneficial to the people at risk, as well as their caregivers. “Kirtan Kriya is scientifically proven to boost blood flow to critical brain areas and increase mental energy, sharpen concentration and improve focus,” explains Dr. Dharma Singh Khalsa, Medical Director of the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation. Because of its demonstrated mental health benefits, Kirtan Kriya has been vigorously studied by the ARPF in concert with scientists from top medical schools such as UCLA, USCF, and the University of Pennsylvania, and findings have been published in prestigious medical journals such as the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and The Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. “As a result of the extraordinary findings of these studies, Kirtan Kriya has been endorsed by the ARPF as a way to prevent Alzheimer’s disease.”utive weeks have proven to to keep the brain sharp and can reverse memory loss
in those at risk for developing alzheimers. The memory extraordinary findings of these studies, Kirtan Kriya has been endorsed by the ARPF as a way to prevent Alzheimer’s disease.” According to Dr. Dharma, Kirtan Kriya (pronounced “Keertun Kreea”), is a type of meditation derived from the Kundalini yoga tradition, which has been practiced for thousands of years. This meditation is often referred to as a singing exercise, and it involves singing the primal sounds “Saa”, “Taa”, “Naa”, and “Maa”, along with repetitive finger and thumb movements, or mudras. “The current recommendation for practicing Kirtan Kriya was developed by combining thousands of years of ancient techniques with millions of dollars of scientific study,” says Dr. Dharma. “The number one fear among adults is losing their mental faculties. It is important that people understand that
by taking preventative measures and making lifestyle changes, such as incorporating Kirtan Kriya exercises into a daily routine, we can reduce the number of people developing Alzheimer’s by as much as 50 percent,” continues Dr. Dharma. It is believed that the placement of the tongue on the roof of the mouth while carrying out Kirtan Kriya chanting sounds stimulates 84 acupuncture points on the upper palate, causing a beneficial biochemical transformation in the brain. Additionally, research has revealed that utilizing the fingertip position in conjunction with the sounds enhances blood flow to particular
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areas in the motor-sensory part of the brain. The exercise increases brain blood flow to critically important areas and promotes greater attention, concentration, focus, improved short term memory, and better mood. “Our research revealed a reduction in inflammation, less depression and a 44 percent increase in the enzyme known as telomerase, which is a breakthrough anti-aging discovery,” explains Dr. Dharma. “Essentially when you have more telomerase, you live longer in better health and with an improved memory.” More information is available at http://www.alzheimersprevention.org/research.htm
LES MISÉRABLES Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh’s New 25th Anniversary Production of Les Misérables are now on sale for the premiere Orange County engagement at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. The all-new production of Les Misérables features glorious new staging and spectacular re-imagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo. Tickets start at $40 and are available online at SCFTA.org, by calling (714) 556-2787 and at the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa. For inquiries about group ticket discounts, call the Group Services office at (714) 755-0236. The TTY number is (714) 556-2746. The 2 p.m. performance on Saturday, June 23 will be sign-language interpreted. For more information on the production please visit www.LesMis. com. For a video sneak peek of the New 25th Anniversary Production of Les Misérables, please visit www.LesMis. com/watch. Peter Lockyer portrays the fugitive Jean Valjean. He is joined by Andrew Varela as Javert, Timothy Gulan as Thénardier, Shawna M. Hamic as Madame Thénardier, Betsy Morgan as Fantine, Jason Forbach as Enjolras, Chasten Harmon as Éponine, Max Quinlan as Marius and Lauren Wiley as Cosette. Erin Cearlock and Abbey Rose Gould alternate in the role of Little Cosette/Young Éponine. Joshua
Colley and Marcus D’Angelo alternate in the role of Gavroche The ensemble includes Richard Todd Adams, Richard Barth, Natalie Beck, John Brink, Zoe Eliades, Ian Patrick Gibb, Ben Gunderson, Siri Howard, Beth Kirkpatrick, Cornelia Luna, Benjamin Magnuson, Nadine Malouf, Jordan Nichols, Weston Wells Olson, Jason Ostrowski, John Rapson, Rachel Rincione, Heather Jane Rolff, Hannah Shankman, Alan Shaw, Joseph Spieldenner, Joe Tokarz, Eric Van Tielen, Natalie Weiss and Jessica Keenan Wynn. The New York Times calls this Les Misérables “an unquestionably spectacular production from start to finish.” The London Times hails the new show “a five star hit, astonishingly powerful and as good as the original.” The Star-Ledger says “a dynamically re-imagined hit. This Les Misérables has improved with age” and NY1-TV proclaims “this new production actually exceeds the original. The storytelling is clearer, the perspective grittier and the motivations more honest. Musical theatre fans can rejoice: Les Miz is born again.” Segerstrom Center applauds Wells Fargo for its generous support of the Center’s 2011-2012 Broadway Series. Cox Media is the media partner of the Broadway and Curtain Call Series. This
engagement of Les Misérables was made possible by special underwriting from Rutan & Tucker, LLP and S.L. and Betty Huang/ Huang Family Foundation. Segerstrom Center also thanks Acura, the Official Automotive Sponsor of the Center. “I’m delighted that 25 years after Les Miz originally opened in London the audience for this marvelous show is bigger and younger than ever before,” said producer Cameron Mackintosh. “Over the years I have seen many successful but visually different productions, so it has been exciting to draw inspiration from the brilliant drawings and paintings of Victor Hugo himself, integrated with spectacular projections. The new Les Miz is a magnificent mix of dazzling images and epic staging, driving one of the greatest musical stories ever told.” When Les Misérables celebrated its 21st London birthday on October 8, 2006, it became the World’s LongestRunning Musical, surpassing the record previously held by Cats in London’s West End. In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the legendary musical
Les Misérables made theatrical history with an international first – three different productions in London at the same time. The Original Production (still playing to packed houses at the Queen’s Theatre), the acclaimed New 25th Anniversary Production at the Barbican (where the show originally premiered) and a celebratory concert at The O2 Arena. The O2 Concert was presented in more than 500 cinemas throughout the United States on November 17, 2010 and is now available on Blu-ray DVD through Universal Studios Home Entertainment. The Broadway production of Les Misérables originally opened at the Broadway Theatre on March 12, 1987 and transferred to the Imperial Theatre on October 17, 1990 running for 6,680 performances.
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