December 8, 2022

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Orange County Registrar Certifies Election Results

BY COLLIN BREAUX

With the midterm elections in the rear-view mirror, the Orange County Registrar of Voters has made the results official.

Registrar Bob Page on Dec. 2 certified the results from last month’s election, which saw a 54.7% voter turnout. On Tuesday, Dec. 6, the Orange County Board of Supervisors voted to receive and file the certified results, which next go to the Secretary of State.

Duncan Appointed Mayor, Knoblock to Mayor Pro Tem as New Council Seated

BY C. JAYDEN SMITH

The onset of the San Clemente City Council’s meeting on Tuesday night, Dec. 6, was all pomp and circumstance, as it parted ways with outgoing members, welcomed newly elected officials and decided its leadership going into the New Year.

Chris Duncan, who served as mayor pro tem this past year, moved up to the mayoral role after a 3-2 decision, with Councilmember Gene James—the immediate past mayor—and newly elected Councilmember Victor Cabral opposed.

Duncan referred to his new opportunity as the “honor of a lifetime,” saying he looked forward to engaging in polite yet vigorous discussions that would achieve positive results for residents.

“That’s what y’all deserve, and that’s what we’re going to deliver, if I have anything to say about it,” Duncan said.

A 4-1 vote—with James opposed— placed Councilmember Steve Knoblock in the mayor pro tem position.

Knoblock won his bid for reelection, securing the third open seat in a narrow victory over candidate Donna Vidrine.

Newly appointed City Clerk Laura Campagnolo swore in the new councilmembers, Cabral and Mark Enmeier, and the incumbent Knoblock after declaring the November election results.

Cabral finished with 10,227 votes, Enmeier with 9,823 votes, and Knoblock with 9,240 votes. Vidrine finished with 9,217 votes, 23 fewer than Knoblock.

Each thanked the individuals, loved ones, and organizations that supported their campaign efforts and expressed their eagerness to serve San Clemente residents.

“We’re all supported by different organizations with different objectives,” Knoblock said. “But we all have one common theme and one common objective, and that’s (seeking) the welfare of our city, the benefit of our city, and the protection of our beautiful town.”

Outgoing Councilmembers Laura Ferguson and Kathy Ward, who both opted not to seek reelection after serving for one and two terms, respectively, were honored with commendations on Tuesday night.

Ferguson, though absent, asked Kno block to read a note she had submitted regarding her wish to be present Tuesday night, her gratitude and pride in accomplishments made while serving the city, and her advice to the new body of councilmembers.

“I encourage the new council to make transparency a priority, as government must always be accountable to the people,” she wrote. “Transparency is absolutely necessary to guarantee good government.”

Ward commended the actions of all those who have maintained the city’s integrity since its founding in 1928, thanked city staff for their work and help, as well as thanked her family, including her husband.

“To the council, and to the new councilmembers, congratulations,” said Ward. “I want the council to be successful, because we all need you to be successful, now that I’m a resident, too.”

Duncan also thanked James for his service as mayor during 2022.

“It’s been of year of real success,” Duncan said.

“I want to thank the more than 1,600 members of the Orange County community who joined our Registrar of Voters team for this election,” Page said. “Together, we helped about 1 million voters in the county successfully exercise their right to vote in an accessible, fair, accurate, secure and transparent election.”

According to Page, a total of 994,227 ballots were cast by Orange County voters, with the bulk of them, 83.5%, rep resenting vote-by-mail ballots returned to the Registrar’s office. Another 16.5% of the votes cast comprised ballots completed in-person at Vote Centers around the county.

Two audits were completed prior to certification and “confirmed results were correct,” according to the registrar. Voting system equipment was also tested for accuracy after the election, and the Registrar of Voters confirmed voting system software had not been modified during the election.

With the results finalized, incumbent Supervisor Katrina Foley will retain her seat on the county board after receiving 51.3% (116,105) of the votes. Her challenger, State Sen. Patricia Bates, conceded the race on Nov. 18, finishing with 110,238 (48.7%) votes.

In the State Senate race for District 38, representing San Juan Capistrano and Rancho Mission Viejo, Encinitas Mayor Catherine Blakespear won, defeating Matt Gunderson by receiving 52.2% (190,783) of the votes, according to election results from the state. Gunderson conceded on Nov. 16.

As for the 36th State Senate District, which includes Dana Point and San Cle mente, Assemblymember Janet Nguyen won in the race against Huntington Beach Councilmember Kim Carr, holding onto a strong lead with 56.9% of the vote.

Incumbent Republican Laurie Davies held on to her seat in the 74th State Assembly District with 52.6% (91,568) of the votes, while her Democratic challeng er, San Clemente Mayor Pro Tem Chris Duncan, finished with 47.4% (82,630).

Blakespear, Nguyen and Davies, along

with their fellow California lawmakers, were sworn into the State Legislature during a ceremony held at the State Capitol on Monday, Dec. 5.

Davies said the ceremony was nice “for those of us that were elected in 2020” since COVID-19 restrictions prohibited a ceremony at the Capitol.

“It’ll be nice to be able to experience the true ceremonial process and to be able to have our family and loved ones be there this time,” Davies had said in the days leading up to the ceremony.

“It’s a very humbling experience to know that you have the opportunity to serve your district, as well as your state, and create policy that would be beneficial to all of them,” she continued. “I’m very grateful and blessed to be able to serve for another two years.”

Blakespear has also spent her time before the upcoming legislative term saying goodbye to her role as Encinitas’ mayor and councilmember,

“It’s been the honor of my lifetime to serve as the mayor of the city where my great grandparents put down roots 100 years ago. Thank you for entrusting me with your confidence across four local elections, and last month’s fifth election to represent District 38 as your new state senator,” Blakespear said in an email sent to supporters on Monday, Dec. 5.

“Our successes in Encinitas have been about the projects we’ve built—and the community character we’ve retained,” she continued. “I’ve prioritized both of these values in my approach to governance.”

In a statement posted on Twitter, Nguyen said celebrating the ceremony with family, friends and supporters was “truly an honor.”

“I am honored and grateful for the support I received from the voters to represent 1 million constituents,” Nguyen said.

The Associated Press had previously called the race for California’s 49th Congressional District in which Rep. Mike Levin won his bid for reelection and secured the seat for another two years.

With 52.6% (153,370) of the votes, Levin defeated former San Juan Capistrano Councilmember Brian Maryott in what was their second matchup in as many elections.

The results for statewide elections will be certified by Dec. 16.

Voters in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano this past November also decided their representatives for City Council.

In San Clemente, Victor Cabral (14.26%), Mark Enmeier (13.69%) and incumbent Councilmember Steve Knoblock (12.88%) were the top candidates for three open seats on the council’s dais. Cabral and Enmeier were sworn into office during a ceremony at San Clemente City Hall on Tuesday evening.

(From left) City Clerk Laura Campagnolo swears in newly elected Councilmembers Victor Cabral and Mark Enmeier to the dais on Tuesday night, Dec. 6. Photos: C. Jayden Smith

State Lifeguards Appeal Case Against Law Enforcement Union to U.S. Supreme Court

BY C. JAYDEN SMITH

State lifeguards who filed a class action lawsuit alleging that they’ve been forced to pay union dues against their will are turning to the United States Supreme Court as their last recourse, after the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals recently upheld a previous ruling that found the plaintiffs “failed to state a plausible claim.”

As part of their lawsuit against the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) and various state officials, the lifeguards filed a petition for a writ of certiorari on Sept. 6 for the Supreme Court to hear their appeal.

The respondents in the case, which include CSLEA, California State Controller Betty Yee and Attorney General Rob Bon ta, currently have until Jan. 3 to respond to the petition.

Developments since the petition for appeal have encouraged the plaintiffs that their case might be granted an audience in front of the highest court in the country.

“The Court requested a response from the CSLEA union and the California (Attorney General) and Controller, a possible sign of interest in hearing the case,” Jacob Comello said in an email to San Clemente Times

Comello is a media coordinator for the National Right to Work (NRTW) Legal Defense Foundation, a nonprofit providing free legal aid to workers—such as the lifeguards—whose civil rights

may have been “violated by compulsory unionism abuses.”

According to Comello, the soonest possible decision date for the Supreme Court is Feb. 17, 2023, which is when the case will be sent to conference.

Back in September 2019, the 21 lifeguards—including some from San Clemente—indicated their desire to resign from CSLEA union membership and end authorizations to pay union dues. Allegedly, union officials denied the requests and stated the lifeguards must remain full members until 2023 or be fired, under the state law’s “maintenance of membership” requirement.

Most recently, the Ninth Circuit denied the group’s petition for all judges on the court to rehear the case on June 8.

A panel of the court previously upheld a lower ruling that stated the lifeguards did not present a plausible claim.

In contrast, the group claims it did not agree to remain members of the union during its collective bargaining agreement, and that any compulsory payments of union speech after July 2019 went against the Supreme Court’s 2018 ruling in Janus v. AFSCME

Furthering the lifeguards’ argument for the Court to grant certiorari, their petition claimed that maintenance of membership requirements contradicted First Amendment rights by forcing employees to subsidize union speech.

In a media release from National Right to Work, the organization argued that the Ninth Circuit didn’t apply the court’s “waiver” test to the requirement by finding a clear and compelling waiver of Janus rights.

Instead, NRTW stated, the panel abided by “a vague reference” in CSLEA’s Unit 7 contract to wrongfully determine the lifeguards consented to remain union members for years.

NRTW President Mark Mix said the Ninth Circuit’s actions gave union officials complete control over public employees exercising their rights to end their membership and payments, and that the Supreme Court needed to intervene.

“That erases not only the protections against all forced dues payments provided by Janus, but even older rulings that forbade union officials from forcing full union membership and payment for union political activities on public workers,” Mix said in the release.

Regarding the case, Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor wrote an amicus curiae brief on behalf of his state, as well as 11 more including Kansas and Utah.

Taylor wrote that the Janus ruling has been ignored, in that numerous unions nationwide have attempted to compel state employees to subsidize their speech.

He also argued that union members have the same constitutional rights as nonmembers to receive protections as nonconsenting employees under Janus, and the Ninth Circuit has contradicted other states’ broad interpretation of the landmark case.

COMMUNITY MEETINGS

SATURDAY, DEC. 10

City Tree Policy Update 10 a.m.-noon. City staff are encouraging community input as San Clemente is working with consultant West Coast Arborists to update the 20-year-old tree policy. The policy, which will incorporate tree management standards and best practices, as well as future goals such as planting programs, will be presented to the City Council for approval once revised. Direct questions to Maintenance Manager Randy Little at littler@san-clemente.org.

Council Chambers at City Hall, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente.

TUESDAY, DEC. 13

Human Affairs Committee

3:30-5:30 p.m. The city’s Human Affairs Committee will conduct its regularly scheduled meeting at San Clemente City Hall, at 910 Calle Negocio. 949.361.8200. san-clemente.org.

Beaches,

Parks & Recreation Commission

6-9 p.m. The city’s Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission will conduct its regularly scheduled meeting at San Clemente City Hall, at 910 Calle Negocio. 949.361.8200. san-clemente.org.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 14

Design Review Subcommittee 3-5 p.m. The city’s Design Review Subcommittee will conduct its regularly scheduled meeting at San Clemente City Hall, at 910 Calle Negocio. 949.361.8200. san-clemente.org.

CUSD Board of Trustees

7 p.m. The Capistrano Unified School District Board of Trustees will hold a scheduled meeting open to the public to discuss and decide on local educational matters. CUSD Board Room, 33122 Valle Road, San Juan Capistrano. capousd.org.

“(The states’ opinions) also reflect dif fering legal views on a profound constitu tional question of exceptional importance to both States and public employees,” wrote Taylor.“These opinions are right, and the Ninth Circuit’s is wrong.”

Other parties with an interest in protecting persons from malicious union actions and limitations on First Amendment rights, such as The Fairness Center and the Protect the First Foundation, respectively, have filed their own briefs.

In a legal battle against the California State Law Enforcement Association over the required payment of union dues, local state lifeguards, including some from San Clemente, are asking the Supreme Court to hear their case. Photo: Breeana Greenberg

Local Family Looks to Fund Clinical Study to Determine Effects of Alternative Seizure Treatment

BY C. JAYDEN SMITH

After struggling for years to find a solu tion to reduce their daughter’s epileptic seizures, the Boylan family is working to fund a clinical study that would inform whether Lion’s Mane and Reishi mush rooms are a viable supplement.

Sarah-Kate Boylan, along with her husband, Todd Boylan, of Capistrano Beach launched Lily’s Lighthouse this past May to help other families and people living with epilepsy find their own alternative solution.

More than eight years of research, along with trial and error, led the Boylans to non-psychedelic medicinal mushrooms that have given their 8-year-old daughter, Lily, significant seizure control.

At 5 weeks old, Lily was diagnosed with intractable epilepsy. Treatment couldn’t completely control her seizures.

“Everything we tried to do really didn’t work for her,” Sarah-Kate told San Clemente Times

The family tried various medicines, CBD, and other methods to limit the multiple seizures Lily suffered each day, sometimes as many as 50. She further explained that the affliction delayed Lily’s ability to devel op, speak, and use her body.

The Boylans, which included Lily’s two younger siblings, were crushed and devastated by the situation that had struck a family without a history of epilepsy, according to Sarah-Kate.

The family would later find success with Lion’s Mane and Reishi mushrooms—which have been linked to improving brain function, reducing anxiety and depression, and use for cold sores, though through limited research.

Sarah-Kate said the mushrooms were first tested on adults, including herself and Todd, before they allowed Lily to try some. If Lily felt the same positive effects that Sarah-Kate and Todd did, they would be confident in the mushrooms’ ability to improve Lily’s quality of life and make learning easier.

“Right away, she went nine weeks seizure-free, so you can imagine how that felt for us,” said Sarah-Kate. “We had never been in a position where Lily had had seizure-free weeks, let alone months.”

The family was equally elated and nervous regarding whether they had found a permanent solution but have found general success, apart from continuously learning what environmental factors such as food can be triggers.

“It’s improved our lives, and we just feel very grateful and blessed and (very

healed) in a way from the trauma we’ve gone through with Lily,” Sarah-Kate said.

Now in a position to help others, Lily’s Lighthouse has heard from families and groups across the country and beyond who have sought advice on using the me dicinal mushrooms for their loved ones.

Sarah-Kate serves as the organization’s CEO and “do-everything” official. Todd, a contractual lawyer, serves as president, and they have added staffers for account ing, marketing, and consulting regarding the medical aspects of the solution.

Given that at least 3.4 million Americans had active epilepsy as of 2017 and that cases are on the rise, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the family felt an obligation to spread their story and vision of better treatment options for all.

“We couldn’t sit on this information,” said Boylan. “We felt we needed to really push, we needed to fundraise and get it into clinical study.”

Lily’s Lighthouse is not full of medical professionals providing official advice on what families should do, Sarah-Kate acknowledged. However, she cited her research capabilities that support the information on the organization’s website for people to view and compare, as a former law enforcement officer for the Australian government with training as an intelligence analyst.

The Boylan family’s end goal to establish medicinal mushrooms as an epileptic remedy mirrors the efforts of the Figi family, who found massive success in treating their daughter’s seizures with CBD oil around the early 2010s.

The next steps in that process include fundraising and finding a partner to conduct a clinical study. Sarah-Kate said multiple institutions have already approached the family and that she is working on interviewing scientists, maintaining a cautious desire to work with the “right people.”

She also said this about the organization’s current position: “Once we partner with that person, or that institution, then we’ll be able to bring our clinical

study professional in from the board who will help us, obviously, make sure that (the study) is running the right way and all the processes have been put in place in the correct manner.”

Though starting a nonprofit has been challenging, Sarah-Kate said it was “life-changing” to hear positive feedback from people who have connected with Lily’s Lighthouse and swapped their stories and medicinal successes with the Boylans’ experience.

She added that the results from the organization’s first six months have made all the arduous work worthwhile.

“I want to know, what is it in the mushrooms that (are) actually working?” Sarah-Kate said, adding: “I don’t know. That’s why the study is so important.”

The first major opportunity to raise funds comes on Sunday, Dec. 11, with the “Santa Dash & Dance” from 3-8 p.m. Adult participants will meet for a run along San Clemente Beach Trail dressed in Christ mas attire, starting at Parque Del Mar and ending near the North Beach train station, followed by an afterparty at Landers.

Sarah-Kate said she thought including Santa’s name in the event would provide a visual representation of gifting children joy, and that the space at Landers’ disposal could provide room for growth in the future if the event became annual.

In addition to raising money for an eventual study, she also hopes to be able to provide grants for children in the form of seizure-alert service dogs, which can be expensive.

Working with Landers manager Daniel Thompson for the event has been amazing, according to Sarah-Kate, who expressed gratitude for the restaurant’s support.

“I had never met (Thompson) before, ever; I just asked him to meet with me,” she said. “We talked and laughed and cried for like an hour and a half. He was so overwhelmed about what we were do ing, and he was straightaway on board.”

Thompson told SC Times that Landers’ management likes to hold events and be involved with local groups such as the San Clemente High School cheerleading team. Sarah-Kate’s infectious energy during their meeting also was a factor.

“Hearing about Lily’s story, it was a no-brainer,” said Thompson. “We have a perfect venue with the outside and inside (space).”

Sarah-Kate added that Mayor Gene James and city staff were supportive of the event, which belied what she said she had heard from people in terms of orga nizing a private run in San Clemente.

“I’ve never been one to just take what other people say,” said Sarah-Kate. “I was brought up in Australia. We have a go-getter attitude and just because someone says you can’t, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try.”

The “Santa Dash & Dance” will feature live entertainment, a barbecue buffet

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In San Juan Capistrano, John Campbell will be the new District 3 Councilmember after earning 49.55% (1,526) of the votes over the other two candidates—Paul Lopez and Cody Martin. Campbell is expected to be sworn into the local office on Tuesday, Dec. 13.

Michael Parham won Capistrano Unified School District’s Board of Trustees Area 2 race, garnering 10,179 (45.65%) votes and defeating opponent Kira Davis.

In CUSD’s Area 4 race, Gary Pritchard won against James Glantz and Darin Patel, earning 49.28% (9,812) of the votes. And in Area 7, incumbent Trustee Judy Bullockus defeated Jeannette Contreras with 54.28% (11,242) of the votes.

Breeana Greenberg, C. Jayden Smith and Shawn Raymundo contributed to this report.

Community

Invited to Donate Gifts to Toys for Tots Program

BY SHAWN RAYMUNDO

The Exchange Club of San Clemente is asking the community to participate in this year’s Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program, which is celebrating its 75th anniversary this holiday season.

Those interested in dropping off donated presents for children of service members stationed at Camp Pendleton have until Dec. 16 to contribute toys at any one of the Exchange Club’s collection boxes around the city.

Locations include the customer service center at the Outlets at San Clemente; the Dorothy Visser Senior Center; Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar; the pro shop at Bella Collina San Clemente; and Los Patios Cocina Mexicana.

The gifts will be delivered to the children on Dec. 20.

For more information, contact Beth Apodaca at 949.498.3322.

and drinks at Landers, as well as a silent auction.

Visit lilyslighthouse.org for more information.

Named after 8-year-old Lily Boylan of San Clemente (pictured here), who suffers from epilepsy, Lily’s Lighthouse was established this past May by Sarah-Kate and Todd Boylan to help other families and people living with epilepsy find their own alterna tive solution. Photo: Courtesy of the Boylan Family

THURSDAY, DEC. 8

CASA ‘NUTCRACKER’

7-8 p.m. Performed by the Orange County Ballet Theater, the abridged version of the holiday classic The Nutcracker features choreography tailored to Casa Romantica’s Main Salon theater. The runtime is one hour and 20 minutes. Tickets are $40. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. casaromantica.org.

FRIDAY, DEC. 9

HOLIDAY HARBOR LIGHTS & SOCIAL MEDIA CONTEST

5-10 p.m. The Dana Point Harbor Partners is spreading seasonal cheer with the annual holiday light dis play that will illuminate the Harbor through Dec. 31. Themed light exhibits throughout the Harbor will include Candy Cane Lane, a “Merry Kiss Me” arch, lighted trees and much more. The Dana Point Harbor Partners also invites visitors to participate in the Holidays at the Harbor social media contest on Instagram through Dec. 22. Take a photo in front of one of the many light installations throughout the Harbor, tag @danapoint_Harbor on Instagram and use the hashtag #HolidaysattheHarbor. At the end of the campaign, one lucky winner will be chosen at random and awarded a special Dana Point Harbor package. Dana Point Harbor, 34571 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point. danapointharbor.com.

‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’ AT CAMINO REAL PLAYHOUSE

7:30 p.m. Watch a live performance of the holiday classic A Christmas Carol at San Juan Capistrano’s local theater. Performances will run through Dec. 18. Camino Real Playhouse, 31776

El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.489.8082. caminorealplayhouse.org.

SURFIN’ USA DANA POINT HARBOR BOAT PARADE OF LIGHTS

7 p.m. The Dana Point Harbor Partners invites visitors to gather on the water to view all the boats participating in the parade, as well as the beautiful harbor scenery. The 47th annual boat parade will take place beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, and at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10, and Sunday, Dec. 11. The harbor’s fleet will join private boaters from all over Orange County as they decorate their boats, and everyone will vie for awards from Judges’ Choice to Best Use of Lights, as well as for cash prizes and gift certificates. Dana Point Harbor, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 949.496.5794.

DANA

POINT BOAT PARADE CRUISE

6:30-8 p.m. Join Capt. Dave’s Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari aboard one of their catamarans to be a part of the Dana Point Boat Parade of Lights and enjoy the sights of decorated boats and holiday music filling the air. Tickets for the 90-minute cruise are $39 per person for all ages. Capt. Dave’s, 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. dolphinsafari.com. 949.488.2828.

SATURDAY, DEC. 10

SANTA PAWS

Noon-6 p.m. Bring your favorite furry friend to the Outlets at San Clemente to have their picture taken with Santa. The cost is $15 for one picture, and additional photos can be purchased for $10. Pictures will take place at Center Court under the “World’s Tallest Tree.” All proceeds benefit the animals at the San Clemente-Dana Point Animal Shelter. Outlets at San Clemente, 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. petprojectfoundation.org.

SUNDAY, DEC. 11

HOLIDAY

JAZZ BRUNCH

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Celebrate the holiday season with a special program featuring songstress Maria Schafer and a special brunch menu. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Tickets are $40. The Casino San Clemente, 140 W. Avenida Pico, San Clemente. eventbrite.com.

SUNSETS WITH SANTA

3-5 p.m. Enjoy Santa’s weekend visits to the San Clemente Municipal Pier with a beautiful sunset as the backdrop. Visitors are recommended to bring their own cameras. San Clemente Pier, 622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.361.8264.

FRIDAY, DEC. 16

HARBOR LIGHTS CRUISE

6 p.m.-7 p.m. Dana Wharf invites visitors to take a 60-minute boat ride around the Dana Point Harbor and enjoy holiday music and the light displays from both land and the sea. These family-friendly cruises are available on select weekend nights. Tickets for adults are $25 per person, children ages 3-12 are $15 per person, and toddlers ages 2 and under are $5 each. Dana Point Harbor, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. danawharf.com/whale-watching.

SATURDAY, DEC. 17

SANTA PADDLE

9 a.m. Celebrate a California Christmas by dressing up like a reindeer, snowman, elf or Santa for this family-fun Santa Paddle. The paddle group will meet at Baby Beach in the Dana Point Harbor.

standuptotrash.com. 34551 Puerto Place, Dana Point.

SANTA PAWS

10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Pet Project Foundation will host the 10th annual Santa Paws in the Clock Courtyard in Dana Point. Pet photos with Santa will be offered for a $15 donation, with all proceeds supporting the Pet Project Foundation. Clock Courtyard, 34521 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. petprojectfoundation.org. 949.492.1617. info@petprojectfoundation.org.

SUNDAY, DEC. 18

CHANUKAH ON THE PIER

4 p.m. The Chabad Jewish Center of San Clemente invites the community to participate in the lighting of its 10-foot menorah, as well as enjoy music, a Dreidel Man, sufganiot donuts and latkes, dreidels and gelt, and more. There will also be a Build-a-Dreidel Workshop. Register online at jewischsc.com. San Clemente Municipal Pier, 622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.489.0723.

TUESDAY, DEC. 20

CHANUKAH AT THE OUTLETS

5-6 p.m. Join the Chabad Jewish Center of San Clemente at the Outlets at San Clem ente’s Oak Tree Court (in front of the movie theatre) for its Grand Menorah Lighting. The event will include a stilt walker with a Gelt and Dreidel parachute drop, balloon twisting, a variety show, crafts for children, hot latkes and donuts, and music. RSVP at jewishsc.com/outlets. Outlets at San Clemente, 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. 949.535.2323. outletsatsanclemente.com.

GUEST OPINION | Health and Nutrition 101 by Gina Cousineau

Self-Care Through the Holidays

Most car owners are diligent about keeping up with regular automotive maintenance to protect the life of their vehicles. Yet, we humans aren’t so good about our own upkeep, and we are really good at putting ourselves on the back burner with the promise of getting to our self-care when we have time.

Our time is now. And my advice to you is perhaps different than you might expect during this month of December, when every minute is accounted for.

I sit in the same place as you, with the to-do list growing and time running out, but that doesn’t mean that our needs don’t matter. I would like to give you a few thoughts on areas in your life you might consider moving to the top of the list this holiday season.

“Eat, Papa, Eat”

This line from the movie Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer is Mrs. Claus’ reminder to Santa to eat.

I, too, want to remind you about the importance of eating, not only for the much-needed nutrition and energy you need to knock the items off your list, but for the ability to prevent getting “hangry,” which can lead to loss of self-control, irritability, headaches, the inability of making “healthy” choices, and overeating/binging.

My advice to stave off getting “hangry” is multifold: we all need multiple eating encounters throughout our day. Under all circumstances, don’t skip a meal/ snack to save calories for the special event that day.

HEALTH AND NUTRITION 101

• Do eat wholesome meals that partner whole grains/starches, lean protein, veggies and/or fruit, and healthy fats.

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MANAGING EDITOR

BAN ON GAS-POWERED LEAF BLOWERS

TONY HAYS,

San Clemente

Residents of San Clemente, and landscape contractors that they employ, should be reminded that the use of gas-powered leaf blowers was banned in the city as of Nov. 4.

For reference, see the San Clemente Code of Ordinances, Title 8—Health and Safety, Chapter 8.50—Leaf Blower Operations.

Apart from the noise generated, they’re also significant atmospheric

BY GINA COUSINEAU

• Do eat every three to four hours to prevent getting hangry and then grabbing the “bag o’ whatever” to fill the gap.

• Do plan on an easy breakfast of Greek yogurt and fruit, topped with muesli or other low sugar cereal and your favorite nut. Or toast whole grain bread, top ping with nut butter and sliced fruit or low-sugar fruit spread, and partner with a latte using milk or soy milk to provide a nice dose of protein to fill you up.

• Do plan on eating lunch, and with so many healthy fast-food options, be sure to choose a “bowl” type meal in which you can choose a whole grain, lean pro tein, veggies, and get your calorie-laden toppings (dressing, nuts, cheese, avocado, etc.) on the side to control portions. This is where the “healthy salad” option can go sideways and become a calorie bomb.

• Do plan on an afternoon snack. This is the time of day that most of us become ravenous, especially when we have skimped on breakfast and lunch. Making sure all food encounters include some fiber, lean protein and a

healthy fat option ensures satiety within the meal or snack, and allows you to be satisfied between meals. Whole grain crackers and cheese, veggies and hummus, sliced apples with nut butter, are all perfect pairings. I highly suggest that you keep pre-portioned baggies with nuts and dried fruit in your vehicle that can be easily coupled with a milk or soy latte from your favorite coffee spot.

• Do fill in the gaps for holiday parties where you know the veggies will be lacking. Purchase cut-up veggies that you enjoy raw, or slice up your own, and throw in baggies and eat on the way to your event. Start your evening with sparkling water, and eat from a plate, so you have some awareness of how much you are consuming.

And, most importantly, find joy in every move you make. Try to get a little bout of exercise most days. Happy Holidays from Mama G. Gina Cousineau is a local nutrition and fitness expert who specializes in weight loss and prevention of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and more. Mama G is a trained chef with her master’s degree in integrative and function nutrition. Register for her “Dear Santa” Recipe Giveaway on her website at mamagslifestyle.com. SC

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polluters. Virtually all gas-powered leaf blowers use two-stroke engines, because the two-stroke offers a high power-toweight ratio.

But in a two-stroke, lubricating oil is mixed with the gasoline, and this oil spews out with the exhaust as an aerosol, harming the lungs of users, and of anyone else nearby. The aerosol also contributes to urban smog.

According to Bloomberg Green, an environmental newsletter published by Bloomberg Business, one hour’s worth of operation produces about as many smog-forming chemicals as driving 1,100 miles in a Toyota Camry.

So, it’s in the interest of both users and their neighbors to transition to blowers powered by electricity. To reinforce this transition, the State of California has banned the sale of gas-powered leaf blowers effective on July 1, 2024.

CORRECTION: An article on page 6 of the San Clemente Times’ Dec. 1 edition re ported on local Boy Scout Caden Taylor’s effort to donate various hockey equip ment and gear to the Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area as part of his Eagle Scout service project. Taylor attends San Juan Hills High School and is currently in the process of completing paperwork to earn the Eagle Scout designation.

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THURSDAY | 08

‘BARKMAS’ AT BEACHFIRE

5-8 p.m. ’Tis the Season of Celebration and of Giving. Join Heer to Rescue, Inc. for loads of fun at Beachfire Bar & Grill. There will be a silent auction and items for purchase, with all proceeds going to Heer to Rescue. Come meet some of its adoptable dogs, and feel free to bring your dogs. Food and drinks are available for purchase if you are interested. Come have your photo taken in the dog kissing booth and enjoy all the fun. This event is free of charge and open to the public, so grab your friends. Beachfire Bar & Grill, 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. heertorescue.org.

OLE HANSON DAY

6 p.m. The San Clemente Historical Society’s annual Ole Hanson Day event will be a doubleheader this year. Members of the Cabrillo Playhouse will explain the local theater’s trials and tribulations, as the community theater group prepares for its 70th Anniversary next spring. It promises to be an entertaining presentation. In addition, local architect Christine Lampert will highlight the city’s Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and its significance to the local culture. The Historical Society will also discuss its plans for the 50th Anniversary celebration. Everyone is invited to this free event. Join the Historical Society to pay respects to the man who envisioned our

FRIDAY | 09 SCHS DRAMA PRESENTS ‘SHE LOVES ME’

Editor’s Pick

7 p.m. She Loves Me is a romantic, witty, and effervescent musical comedy by the creators and composers of Fiddler on the Roof. In a charming 1930s European perfumery, two salesclerks spar endlessly, saving their sweetest words for an anonymous pen pal. Unbeknownst to them, however, their “dear friend” happens to be each other in a joyful, transcendent, and perfectly crafted escapade featuring the treasured songs “Vanilla Ice Cream,” “A Trip to the Library” and the irrepressible title song, “She Loves Me” made famous by none other than Frank Sinatra. The movie You’ve Got Mail was inspired by this eight-time, Tony Award-nominated-and-winning musical. Don’t miss this heartwarming romantic comedy performed by the talented SCHS Drama cast and crew. Triton Center, 700 Avenida Pico, San Clemente. 949.4333295. schsdrama.com. Tickets for adults are $15; $18 for premium seating; and $12 for students, seniors and military.

beautiful city by the sea. San Clemente Community Center, 100 Calle Seville.

FRIDAY | 09

SMALL SPACE ART STUDIO OPENING

5-9 p.m. Stop by this new art studio offer ing original pieces and unique garments created by owner and artist Leah Rodarti. The space will also offer a variety of art classes. Los Angeles-based DJ Soluz will perform. Small Space Art Studio, 210 Cal le de los Molinos, Suite C, San Clemente.

SATURDAY | 10

VILLAGE ART FAIRE

9 a.m.-3 p.m. Hosted by the San Clemente Downtown Business Association on the lawn of the SC Library, the Village Art Faire offers a variety of work, including photography, fine art, jewelry, ceramics, fused glass, home decor, botanicals, textile art, and more. Visitors can expect to find many of their favorite artists, as well as some new faces. San Clemente Library, 242 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.218.5378. info@scdba.org. scdba.org.

coffee at this event sponsored by the Surf ing Heritage and Culture Center (SHACC) and the SoCal Sound radio station. The event will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area. Surfing Heritage and Culture Center, 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente. 949.388.0313. shacc.org.

CASA LUMINA HOLIDAY WALK

5-7 p.m. Casa Romantica invites the community to check out its magical garden walk with creative activities and more than 1,000 twinkling lights. On select dates through Dec. 22, explore Casa Romantica’s historic seaside home and gardens, transformed into an illuminated and festively decorated winter wonderland at night. A fun, family-friendly experience for all, each night of the Casa Lumina Holiday Walk will include an illuminated walk through Casa Romantica, live entertainment from local artists, crafts including Letters to Santa, and hot cocoa. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. casaromantica.org.

COMEDY NIGHT

AT CABRILLO PLAYHOUSE

8 p.m. Standup comedians Matt Balaker, Andrew Norelli and Jenna Perry will perform, all of whom have made appear ances on popular national television programs. There will also be an onstage Q&A session. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door, if still available. Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente. cabrilloplayhouse.org.

SUNDAY | 11

HOLIDAY JAZZ BRUNCH

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Celebrate the holiday season with a special program featuring songstress Maria Schafer and a special brunch menu. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Tickets are $40. The Casino San Clemente, 140 W. Avenida Pico, San Clemente. eventbrite.com.

SUNSETS

WITH SANTA

SURFIN’

USA DANA POINT HARBOR BOAT PARADE OF LIGHTS

7 p.m. The Dana Point Harbor Partners invites visitors to gather on the water to view all the boats participating in the parade, as well as the beautiful harbor scenery. The 47th annual boat parade will take place beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, and at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10, and Sunday, Dec. 11. The harbor’s fleet will join private boaters from all over Orange County as they decorate their boats, and everyone will vie for awards from Judges’ Choice to Best Use of Lights, as well as for cash prizes and gift certificates. Dana Point Harbor, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 949.496.5794.

SANTA PAWS

Noon-6 p.m. Bring your favorite furry friend to the Outlets at San Clemente to have their picture taken with Santa. The cost is $15 for one picture, and additional photos can be purchased for $10. Pictures will take place at Center Court under the “World’s Tallest Tree.” All proceeds bene fit the animals at the San Clemente-Dana Point Animal Shelter. Outlets at San Clemente, 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. petprojectfoundation.org.

OC TOY DRIVE

1-4 p.m. Bring unwrapped toys or gift cards and enjoy live music, cookies and

3-5 p.m. Enjoy Santa’s weekend visits to the San Clemente Municipal Pier with a beautiful sunset as the backdrop. Visitors are recommended to bring their own cameras. San Clemente Pier, 622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.361.8264.

SANTA DASH AND DANCE

3-8 p.m. Join in on a fundraiser to support Lily’s Lighthouse, an organization dedicated to research treatments for intractable epilepsy. The run will start from Parque Del Mar, travel along the beach trail, and end near Landers at North Beach, where an afterparty will occur. Christmas attire is required.

Parque Del Mar, 622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. lilyslighthouse.org.

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‘Glass Onion’

BY MEGAN BIANCO, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

When he’s not getting hated on by a large selection of the Star Wars fan base, Rian Johnson is helping keep fun “whodunits” popular with his hit Knives Out (2019) and now the second installment, Glass Onion

Whether audiences are just fickle or good art truly speaks for itself, Johnson proves once more that he is presently at his most comfortable with the light and amusing character that is Benoit Blanc.

Previously, we experienced Blanc (Daniel Craig), “the world’s greatest detective,” in a chilly, affluent Connecticut neighborhood with a group of potential heirs and recent murder suspects.

Here, he’s mysteriously invited to an annual, private reunion between longtime friends, including billionaire entrepreneur Miles Bron (Edward Norton); his tech company’s head scientist, Lionel Toussaint (Leslie Odom, Jr.); model-turned-designer, Birdie Jay (Kate Hudson); her stressed-out assistant, Peg (Jessica Henwick); chauvinist social media influenc er Duke Cody (Dave Bautista); his young, eye-candy girlfriend, Whiskey (Madelyn Cline); local politician Claire Debella (Kathryn

Hahn); and Miles’ former, embittered business partner, Andi Brand (Janelle Monáe). Together, on an isolated Greek island, Blanc tries to figure out how and why he and Andi were invited to Miles’ personal “murder mystery party.”

Like with Knives Out, Glass Onion isn’t so much about a surprising reveal on who the murderer is, but more comedic social commentary through some entertaining characters. Previously, it was out-of-touch rich families; now, it’s digital-age phony celebrities.

The big twists in a Benoit Blanc tale are usually somewhere in the middle of the mystery, and the ones we get in Glass Onion

are doozies. Johnson and Craig are successfully paying homage to Agatha Christie’s classic “whodunit” formula for contemporary settings, with clues and foreshadowing that are clever and accessibly subtle.

Craig is great yet again as the latest popular franchise lead, and Hudson delivers possibly her funniest performance to date as the bimbo of the group. But my favorites in the cast are Monáe and Henwick

While I thought Knives Out had better laugh-out-loud gags despite being the less goofy of the two films, Glass Onion is still worth a viewing for those who enjoy murder mysteries and Tom George’s See How They Run from just two months ago. SC

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MONDAY | 12

OPEN JAM

7-10 p.m. Play your own percussion, acoustic or electric instruments every Monday night at Knuckleheads. Amps are allowed, but drums are not. Knuckleheads, 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

WEDNESDAY | 14

BINGO

AT THE SENIOR CENTER

1:30 p.m. Every Wednesday, the Dorothy Visser Senior Center will host Bingo. The center will begin selling cards at 1 p.m., with the game starting promptly at 1:30. The buy-in is $12 for 10 games. For more information, contact the center at 949.498.3322. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente.

LIVE

MUSIC AT THE CELLAR

7 p.m. Live music is featured at this South Orange County bistro. Dream Brother will perform. The Cellar, 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.492.3663. thecellarsite.com.

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A Widower Seeks Clarity

Awidower named Ben emailed me last week. He wrote, “I’m 63 and became widowed unexpectantly in October 2020, when my wife, Ruth, died from a heart attack.

“We were married 29 years and have three children, one 17 (living with me), another 21 (away at college) and another 25 (living with me since Ruth died). My mother, 89, also lives in my home.

“Ruth’s closest friend was Abby. They had been friends since college, for 37 years. Abby and I became friends through her friendship with Ruth. Abby has not been in a relationship for five years.

“Before either of us had married, Abby and I had a little one-time fling while drinking too much at a party. She now lives on the West Coast; I live on the East Coast. Abby and I have always been in communication and more so after Ruth’s passing.

“This past June, I felt a need to get away to have some alone time after dealing with and managing grief. I texted Abby, mentioning that I was taking a five-day vacation to the West Coast, and asked her to join me. She replied immediately and agreed. She told me that she had been celibate for five years. I confirmed that I would be a total gentleman.

“During the trip, we were getting closer and closer and finding out things about each other. Plus, we were having an emotional time reminiscing about Ruth.

“At the end of the five days, Abby wound up flying back home with me to visit longer and to visit her sister, who lives two hours away from me. Abby told me numerous times that we were soulmates, and that I was the teammate she had been looking for. We shared deep and pleasant conversations regarding our feelings for each other.

“Then, she unexpectedly lost the lease on her apartment out West. So, we were planning to move her into my home in the East. We were working on the renovation for the new bedroom, planning on buying a new bed, dishes, etc.

“In early November, she decided that everything was going too fast, and she

wanted to slow it down. Her life was in turmoil, because she had no home and her daughter who lives near her needed her, and the timing wasn’t good for us. She is busy growing her internet-based consulting business. All her belongings including her car were out West.

“Abby signed a short-term lease on a new apartment. She mentioned in a text that her plan may be to pack up everything in August and drive to my place.

“Her news threw me for a loop. We still text most days, but I am giving her space and not texting as often. Although my kids have known Abby all their lives, I know they aren’t ready for Abby to move in. But I am in love with Abby. All my emotion for her came quickly. She said the same thing about me.

“I’m trying to figure out what my 37-year friendship with Abby has to do with me having such intense emotions for her, versus comfort I am seeking because of Ruth’s death. What’s your opinion?”

TOM’S ANSWER: Is this long-distance relationship feasible? What if Ben waits for her until August and then she decides not to move? If that happens, then he’s wasted eight months. And what about his kids and mother living with him? Does Abby really want that?

And his children. Ben says they aren’t ready for an Abby move-in.

Ben asked why he has such intense feelings for Abby. I don’t think it matters. That’s what love is. But, it can be blind and cause unwise decisions. We’ll see what August brings.

Tom Blake is a retired Dana Point business owner and resident who has authored books on middle-aged dating. See his website at findingloveafter50.com. To comment: tompblake@gmail.com. SC

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If you are interested in adopting Remus, please visit petprojectfoundation.org/ adoptions/ to download an adoption application form. Completed forms can be emailed to animalservices@scdpanimalshelter.org, and you will be contacted about making an interaction appointment. SC

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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION:

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Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium

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Santa’s Village by the Sea Brings Holiday Cheer to San Clemente

San Clemente residents, families, and friends strolled up and down Avenida Del Mar on Saturday night, Dec. 3, for an evening of holiday excitement during the Santa’s Village by the Sea and Puttin’ on the Glitz events.

Presented by the City of San Clemente along with the San Clemente Downtown Business Association, the holiday events featured something for everyone to enjoy, with games and crafts available for children, hot chocolate and popcorn, and retail shopping. Local organizations and companies, such as the San Clemente Historical Society, also set up booths to introduce themselves to passersby.

Representing the City Council, Mayor

Gene James spoke to the crowd ahead of the tree lighting ceremony on the lawn of the San Clemente Community Center. Outgoing Councilmember Kathy Ward was present for the ceremony, as well.

James told San Clemente Times that he enjoyed seeing all the children run around and have fun at Santa’s Village, and that he was looking forward to putting up a Christmas tree and a menorah on the municipal pier.

“I think it’s a great community gathering, especially now that we’re on the other side of (COVID-19) and being able to have an event like this,” James said, adding: “These kids out here in front of this tree? Thirty, 40, 50 years from now, they’ll remember this night.”

He also commended city staff for their efforts in organizing Saturday’s festivities.

“This just doesn’t happen organically,” James said. “You’ve got people planning this weeks in advance, and city employ ees have been working all day closing off the streets, and having the deputies here.”

Santa’s Village, which included a small play area, snow sledding, decorating activities, and a silent disco, welcomed returning families and attracted new ones such as the Rowe family.

Kelly Rowe said her family had heard about the event from friends, and found that it was a great place to take their children for the night.

“The kids have loved it,” said Kelly. “Now, they’re burning off all the sugar

(from the night) with the silent disco.”

There have been positives and negatives from the holiday celebration, at least for one owner of a small business on Del Mar.

Lisa Yates, who runs the jewelry and clothing boutique ERBA San Clemente, said Saturday’s atmosphere was festive and community-oriented, but only brings in exposure in lieu of increased sales.

“The downside is that they close the street at 1 p.m. on a Saturday,” Yates said.

“So, when you’re a retailer, it kills you.

… The upside is, we have lots of people here. It’s fun.” SC

PHOTOS AND STORY BY C. JAYDEN SMITH, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

Local Musicians Continue to Find Success as Part of Popular Indie Duo

BY C. JAYDEN SMITH, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

Apair of young South Orange County musical artists, who have garnered millions of online streams and can boast nearly 750,000 monthly listeners, can attribute the name for their group to one reactionary, yet introspective, comment from a bandmate’s father.

Bren Eissman, one half of a group with friend Joey Spurgeon, recalled sitting in his bedroom a couple of years ago, playing a limited number of chords on his guitar and screaming out song lyrics when in walked his father.

“He’s like, ‘You know, you and Joey should call yourselves the Dwellers, because you’re always dwelling on things and always thinking about stuff,’ ” Eissman said. “And I was like, ‘Dang, that is a sick name for a beach rock band.’”

The duo now goes by the name DWLLRS and has largely shifted to alternative, indie pop music. However, the suggestion had staying power, as the two recognized their tendency to overthink and overanalyze together, actions they have since used to bring together people across the United States.

Eissman and Spurgeon, natives of Dana Point and San Clemente, respectively, go back to their days together in the fifth grade playing in San Clemente’s National Junior Basketball leagues. They didn’t start playing music together until after they had shared a dorm during their freshman year at Vanguard University in Costa Mesa.

The two came from starkly different backgrounds in respect to music. Spurgeon began playing the guitar when he was around 12 years old, and his interest developed into writing songs before teaching himself to produce music on Apple’s Logic Pro system.

“I eventually started to learn how to record myself and some of my friends,” said Spurgeon. “Then, me and Bren met in college, and we started writing music together, and it felt really special.”

The veteran taught Eissman, who had previously invested himself more into theater, how to play the guitar, setting the group on track for where they are now.

“As our friendship was developing and he was teaching me more, that kind of just blossomed into us writing songs together,” Eissman said. “We eventually wrote our first song that we released—I

think it was one of the first songs that we ever collaborated on; it’s called ‘And Then We’ll Be Alright.’ ”

Added to Spotify as a single on Jan. 31, 2020, their first major project recently topped five million plays in the past week. “And Then We’ll Be Alright” opened the door for several more singles to also see significant success within the following years, as all have reached at least 200,000 streams.

As DWLLRS’ initial release gained more recognition, Spurgeon said the growth felt surreal to them, to where they reacted with wonder as to why so many people were listening to and resonating with their song.

Eissman added that the two have always been confident in their abilities to make music that connected with people, because of their devotion and the importance music has held in their lives.

“We’ve always known that we needed to make music like that,” said Eissman. “But to actually see it connecting with people is the trippy part, because … sometimes (the realization) hits us and we get, like, super excited, and then other times we’ll be like, ‘Oh, yeah, that’s cool, (but) that’s not real.’ ”

The Dana Point native continued, saying he and Spurgeon were honored to be able to produce songs, have an outlet for expression, and enjoy the “most rewarding thing” of getting people to connect to their music.

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, DWLLRS built its brand and musical portfolio online, culminating in another smash hit with the 2022 release of “Float Through the Ceiling.” As of early November, the song had 4.9 million plays after its Feb. 17 release—around the time Eissman and Spurgeon played their first live show in Laguna Beach.

Spurgeon said the experience was enjoyable, though agreed with his bandmate that the show also scared him.

“It was so fun,” he said. “We’ve always been really excited to play our songs live, because when we’re creating (them), there’ll be so many ideas going back and forth. I’ll be like, ‘All right, this isn’t going to make the record, but we’ll throw this in during our live set.’”

As the two continue their music careers, Eissman said he believes that when he sees that their music tangibly affects listeners, whether at a show or elsewhere, he’ll be able to define that

project as a success.

Completing the difficult process of translating their emotions or turning real-world experiences into a good song is “the coolest thing ever,” he added.

“With that comes a sustainable lifestyle, whether it be for our careers, being able to use this outlet to build up the people in our lives, like our family and our friends, and then (for) also people who are complete strangers to us, so we can all connect on these emotions,” Eissman said.

Spurgeon said he looks for he and his partner to keep improving at what they do and producing music that captures

the essence of who they are, adding that he wants to go on more tours.

“I feel like we’re in this place where we’re just starting to figure things out,” said Eissman, adding that “whatever our debut album will be, we’re really excited about it, because it feels special and we hope that it will connect with people.”

DWLLRS released its latest single, “Dividends,” on Oct. 20, which Spurgeon called one of his favorite projects. The band will next look to release an album in the near future.

DWLLRS can also be found on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter, at @wearedwllrs. SC

(From left) San Clemente’s Joey Spurgeon has combined with Dana Point native Bren Eissman to form the growing indie duo known as DWLLRS. Photo: Courtesy of DWLLRS

2022 San Clemente Winter Sports Preview

BY ZACH CAVANAGH, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

The winter season at San Clemente High School brings in a handful of new but familiar head coaches to take the helm of their programs, as each looks to maintain a championship standard and battle for the top.

Let’s check in with all of the Triton winter sports teams:

| BOYS BASKETBALL

For the first time in 15 years, the San Clemente boys basketball program is under new leadership, as Landon Pluimer steps in for longtime head coach Marc Popovich, who resigned in the offseason to commit more time to his family.

Pluimer is a familiar face for the Tritons, serving as an assistant to Popovich since 2017. Pluimer also played college basketball in Orange County at Vanguard University and high school basketball in the South Coast League at Capistrano Valley.

While the Tritons lost some of their muscle down low from last season’s Division 1 playoff qualifier, San Clemente has showcased some shooting talent in the early season.

San Clemente (4-5) has been led in scoring by Jayden Schnabl. In each of the Tritons’ previous two wins, Schnabl has scored 13 points, and the senior also put up 28 points in a tight overtime tournament loss last week. Also leading San Clemente early are senior Weston Voigt and sophomores Davis Blake and Porter Hansen.

San Clemente opens South Coast League play at home against San Juan Hills on Jan. 11.

| GIRLS BASKETBALL

The San Clemente girls basketball team is packed with upperclassmen who will look to bring the Tritons’ program back to the top of the South Coast League.

The Tritons finished in second place in the league last season, and their Division 1 playoff run ended as quickly as it started with a first-round exit. Now, back down in Division 2AA, San Clemente will compete directly against San Juan Hills for the league title and CIF-SS positioning. In the latest CIF-SS polls, San Clemente is ranked No. 10 in Division 2AA, and San Juan Hills is ranked No. 3.

San Clemente (4-3) has had strong early tournament showings, and two of

its three losses have come to the Trinity League’s Orange Lutheran, ranked No. 11 in Division 1, by four and nine points.

Leading the way for the Tritons has been junior Zona Miller. Miller posted a triple-double over Santa Margarita with 16 points, 11 rebounds and 11 steals. Miller is a two-sport athlete in the winter, as she also plays for the girls soccer team.

San Clemente opens league play at home against Aliso Niguel on Jan. 10.

| BOYS SOCCER

The San Clemente boys soccer team was barely edged out for the South Coast League championship last season, but the Tritons bring back a stout defensive corps that looks to get back on top.

San Clemente finished with the most wins in the league last season, but the Tritons took two losses, with one to eventual league champion San Juan Hills. In two matches between the Tritons and Stallions, only one goal was scored, which ultimately proved to be the league decider. San Juan Hills went unbeaten in league play (4-0-4) and finished one standings point ahead of San Clemente (5-2-1).

The Tritons allowed only 15 goals in 18 games last season, and that same tightly played mentality has been shown early this season. San Clemente has allowed just one goal in three games this season. The Tritons (1-0-2) opened with

a 5-0 win at Dana Hills, played to a 1-1 draw against Long Beach Poly, and shut out Orange Lutheran in a scoreless draw. Senior Kian Jadbabaei and junior Jake Poole lead the back line, senior Kai Trager patrols the midfield, and juniors Max Gonzales and Finn Linas are the dangerous forwards up top. Gonzales scored a hat trick against Dana Hills.

San Clemente will open league play at Aliso Niguel on Jan. 11.

| GIRLS SOCCER

The San Clemente girls soccer team experienced a similar campaign to its male counterparts last season, as the Tritons were a defensive force that fought San Juan Hills in an air-tight South Coast League.

The Tritons won the South Coast League title last season, and as the San Juan Hills boys did to the San Clemente boys, just one goal was scored in two games between San Clemente San Juan Hills, which proved to be the league decider. San Clemente went unbeaten in league (4-0-4) and tied with the Stallions (5-1-2) in standings points, but the win over San Juan Hills gave the Tritons the title.

San Clemente allowed only 14 goals in 19 games last season, and through two games this season, the Tritons have just allowed one score. San Clemente played Foothill to a scoreless draw and beat Torrey Pines, 3-1.

The Tritons have four college-bound players, with Malia McMahon having signed with UC Berkeley, Mia Owens with Utah Valley, Makenzie Gutowski with Chico State and Adelaide Brislen with Colgate.

San Clemente opens league play at Aliso Niguel on Jan. 12.

| GIRLS WATER POLO

The San Clemente girls water polo team was an offensive dynamo in an unbeaten South Coast League run last season, but in addition to losing their top goal scorers to graduation, the Tritons are under new/old management, as head coach Logan Powell retakes the helm of the program.

San Clemente showcased that offensive form in its 14-3 opening win over Carlsbad, but in the two games since, the Tritons have been stifled by elite competition against last season’s CIF-SS Open Division finalists, Newport Beach and Laguna Beach.

Last season, San Juan Hills was San Clemente’s stiffest challenge in a dominant league performance, and with both teams on the CIF-SS Division 1 watch list, their league opener at San Juan Hills on Jan. 10 will be a tone-setter.

| BOYS WRESTLING

It’s a new era for the San Clemente boys wrestling program, as the Tritons look to defend their three straight CIFSS dual meet championships without retired legendary head coach Mark Calentino. David Gayer, a longtime member of the coaching staff, steps up into the head role.

While its two state-qualifiers graduated, four CIF-SS Masters wrestlers return, including seniors Benjamin Hernandez, Dominic Morales, Cole Robertson and Fernando Llanos.

| GIRLS WRESTLING

The San Clemente girls wrestling team reached the CIF-SS quarterfinals of the dual meet tournament for the second straight season last year, and the Tritons return their top grappler and two state qualifiers.

Junior Eden Hernandez was the only Triton wrestler—boy or girl—to finish with a winning record at the state tournament and finished one match away from a podium spot after battling through the 116-pound consolation bracket. Junior Berlyn Davis also competed at the state tournament. SC

The San Clemente boys soccer team was edged out of the South Coast League title last season, but the Tritons look to overcome the slim margin to retake the top spot. Photo: Zach Cavanagh

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Engagement Announcement

Mr. and Mrs. Glen and Kathy Frohlich of San Clemente, California, announce the engagement of their daughter, Brooke Arlene Frohlich, to Spencer Dwight Hamilton Morrell, son of John and Beth Morrell of Greeneville, Tennessee.

Brooke attended the Orange County School of the Arts before transferring to San Clemente High School. She graduated from San Clemente High School in 2017. Spencer graduated from Greeneville High School in 2015.

They met while attending the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where Brooke was studying Psychology and Spencer was studying History. Brooke is currently pursuing her Master’s in Social Work at the University of Tennessee. Spencer is a reporter for the Greeneville Sun, where he covers local government and health. A May wedding is planned.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON DE CEMBER 21, 2022, A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFOR NIA RELATIVE TO THE FOLLOWING:

Zoning Amendment 22-366 – Zoning Permit

Streamlining

A request to consider a City-initiated amendment San Clemente Municipal Code Zoning Code to: 1) streamline or eliminate various planning per mit requirements, where projects regularly aren’t of public concern, don’t have significant impacts, and the projects maintain or improve the quality of life according to the Design Guidelines and Gen eral Plan; 2) consolidate applications to simplify submittals and administrative work; 3) streamline or eliminate ineffective rules; and 4) clarify proce dures so they are easier to understand and imple ment.

Staff recommends that the amendments not be considered a “project” as defined by the State CEQA Guidelines Sections 15378(b)(2) and 15378(b)(5), because the revisions relate to the on going administrative activities and organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment, and therefore do not constitute a “project” as defined by the State CEQA Guide lines (Cal. Code Regs., title 14, § 15000 et seq.). The amendments clarify the application review process and streamline several procedures. The proposed changes do not change land use designations or in crease the type, density, or land use impacts of po tential development. Further, the amendments are within the scope of the Certified Centennial Gen eral Plan Environmental Impact Report (SCH No. 2013041021) (the “Certified EIR”) and subsequent Addenda, pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Sec tions 15162 and 15168.

All documents are on file at the City of San Cle mente Community Development Department, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, California, and are available for public inspection and comment(s) by contacting the Community Development De partment at (949) 361-6183. If you challenge these projects in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the pub lic hearings described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Cle mente at, or prior to, the public hearings. Notice is further given that said public hearings will be conducted by the City of San Clemente Planning Commission and held on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. at the San Clemente City Hall Council Chambers, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, California. All interested persons are invited to attend said hearings or to provide writ ten communication to the Planning Commission to express their opinion for or against the requests. Further information may be obtained by contact

ing the Planning Division at (949) 361-6183.

Secretary to the San Clemente Planning Commission

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON DE CEMBER 21, 2022 PUBLIC HEARINGS WILL BE HELD BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFOR NIA RELATIVE TO THE FOLLOWING:

Conditional Use Permit 22-071 and Minor Conditional Use Permit 22-420 Flights & Irons Full Alcohol, Expansion, and Shared Parking 372-378 Camino De Estrella

A request to consider the expansion of the restaurant into suites 372-374 with the sale of beer, wine, liquor and spirits, (Type 47 License) for on-site and indoor consumption. The proj ect also includes shared parking with the other businesses in the center.

Staff recommends that the project be found categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1: Existing Facilities) because the project involves a negligible expansion of an approved commer cial use requiring no significant site or building alterations.

These applications are on file at the City of San Clemente Community Development Department, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, California, and are available for public inspection and comment by contacting the Community Development De partment at (949) 361-6183. If you challenge these projects in court you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the pub lic hearings described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Clem ente at, or prior to, the public hearings.

Notice is further given that said public hearings will be conducted by the City of San Clemente Planning Commission and held on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at the San Clem ente City Hall Council Chambers, 910 Calle Nego cio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente, California. All inter ested persons are invited to attend said hearings or to provide written communication to the Planning Commission to express their opinion for or against the request.

Further information may be obtained by contact ing the Planning Division at (949) 361-6183.

Secretary to the San Clemente Planning Commission

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON DE CEMBER 22, 2022 A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRA TOR OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CAL IFORNIA RELATIVE TO THE FOLLOWING:

Minor Cultural Heritage Permit (MCHP) 22196, Seasurf Fish Company, Exterior Improve ments – 202 N. El Camino Real

A request to allow exterior improvements, in cluding an awning structure, to an existing outdoor dining patio located in the Downtown T-Zone District.

Staff recommends that the project be found Cat egorically Exempt from CEQA pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15031 (Class1:Exist ing Facilities).

These applications are on file at the City of San Cle mente Community Development Department, 910 Calle Negocio, and are available for public inspec tion and comment by contacting (949) 361-6183. If you challenge these projects in court you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Clemente at, or prior to, the public hearings.

Notice is further given that said public hearings will be conducted by the City of San Clemente Zoning Administrator and held on Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at San Clemente City Hall, First Floor Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, California. All interested persons are invited to attend said hearings or to provide written communication to the Zoning Ad ministrator to express their opinion for or against the requests.

Further information may be obtained by contact ing the Planning Division at (949) 361-6183.

Zoning Administrator

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A PUB LIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA RELATIVE TO THE FOLLOW ING:

Zoning Amendment 22-395: Urban Lot Split and Two-Unit Projects (SB 9) Ordinance

A public hearing to consider Amendments to Chapter 16.50 (State-Mandated Subdivisions) and Chapter 17.86 (State-Mandated Residential Proj ects) of the San Clemente Municipal Code to estab lish objective design standards, development and subdivision standards regulating urban lot spits and two-unit housing projects in accordance with California Senate Bill 9 (“SB9”).

Under California Government Code sections 65852.21, subd. (j), and 66411.7, subd. (n), the adoption of an ordinance by a city or county im plementing the provisions of Government Code sections 66411.7 and 65852.21 and regulating ur ban lot splits and two-unit projects is statutorily exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”). Therefore, the proposed ordinance is statutorily exempt from CEQA in that the proposed ordinance implements the laws enacted by SB 9.

Moreover, amendments to Chapter 16.50 are exempt from CEQA review. CEQA Guidelines §15315 (Class 15, Minor Land Divisions) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations applies to projects that consist of the division of property in urbanized areas zoned for residential, commercial, or industrial use into four or fewer parcels, which the State has determined to be a class of projects that will not have a significant effect on the envi ronment. Here, the ordinance is consistent with the exemption class description specified above because the ordinance regulates a single urban lot split of one parcel into two separate lots between 60 percent and 40 percent of the original lot are in a residential zone.

The Zoning Code Amendments to Chapter 17.86 are also exempt from CEQA under Guidelines §15303 (Class 3, New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, which applies to projects that consist of construction and location of limit ed numbers of new small structures and the con version of existing small structures from one use

to another, including the construction of a second dwelling unit in a residential zone and a duplex or similar multi-family residential structure totaling no more than four dwelling units, which the State has determined to be a class of projects that will not have a significant effect on the environment. Here, the ordinance is consistent with the exemp tion class described above because the ordinance regulates the construction of two primary dwelling units or, if there is already a primary dwelling unit on the lot, the development of a second primary dwelling unit, in a residential zone.

This application is on file at the City of San Cle mente Community Development Department, 910 Calle Negocio, and is available for public inspec tion and comment by contacting (949) 361-6183. If you challenge this project in court you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Clemente at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Notice is further given that said public hearing will be conducted by the City Council on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 7:45 p.m. at the San Clem ente City Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente, California. All interested persons are invited to attend said hear ing or provide written communication to the City Council to express their opinion for or against the project.

Further information may be obtained by contact ing the Planning Division at (949) 361-6183.

Laura Campagnolo City Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Council

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Minor Conditional Use Permit 22-197, Primo Foods Beer and Wine, 2801 S. El Camino Real

A public hearing to consider a City Council ini tiated appeal of the Zoning Administrator’s ap proval of Minor Conditional Use Permit 22-197, Primo Foods Beer and Wine, 2801 S. El Camino Real, which approved beer and wine sales at Primo Foods Market and Deli for off-site consumption, with hours of operation from 8am-8pm daily. The project does not propose changes to the existing market.

Staff recommends that the project be found Cat egorically Exempt from CEQA pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class1: Existing Facilities), because the proposed project involves the permitting, operation, or minor alterations of existing structures and facilities involving negligi ble expansion of the use.

This application is on file at the City of San Cle mente Community Development Department, 910 Calle Negocio, and is available for public inspec tion and comment by contacting (949) 361-6183. If you challenge this project in court you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Clemente at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Notice is further given that said public hearing will be conducted by the City Council on Tuesday, De cember 20, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. at the San Clemente City Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Nego cio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente, California. All

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interested persons are invited to attend said hear ing or provide written communication to the City Council to express their opinion for or against the project.

Further information may be obtained by contact ing the Planning Division at (949) 361-6183.

Laura Campagnolo City Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Council

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 22FL001029

THE CASKEY CREATIVE, LLC/s/SETH CASKEY, SETH CASKEY, MANAGING MEMBER/MANGER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 11/14/2022

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20226648719

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CUBE RESIDENTIAL 34 PASEO VERDE SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673

ADDITIONAL FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME(S): 1B. HOMELOANLINK

1C. LETSMAKEANOFFER

Full Name of Registrant(s): PETER FRANK SASO 34 PASEO VERDE SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673

on the Court’s website, or are otherwise unable to appear remotely, you MUST call the courtroom or call (657) 622-8513, prior to your hearing, to re quest an alternate means to appear. Failure to do so may result in your case being dismissed, or a ruling issued against you.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be pub lished at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the peti tion in the following newspaper of general circula tion, printed in this county: San Clemente Times Date: 11/07/2022

JUDGE LAYNE H. MELZER, Judge of the Supe rior Court

Published: San Clemente Times, November 17, 24, December 1, 8, 2022

PUBLIC NOTICE

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

rior Court

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20226648231

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CALIFORNIA SOLAR PLUS 11140 LOS ALAMITOS BLVD STE 201 LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720

ADDITIONAL FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME(S): 1B. 562 MARKETING

Full Name of Registrant(s): LMC PARTNERS, INC. 5534 E MONLACO RD LONG BEACH, CA 90808

This business is conducted by a CA Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interest ed in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no writ ten objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING

a. Date: 01/18/2023 Time: 1:30 p.m. Dept.: L74

b. The address of the court is Lamoraux Justice Center, 341 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868. Other: Remote. The court is providing the convenience to appear for hearing by vid eo using the court’s designated video platform. This is a no cost service to the public. Go to the Court’s website at The Superior Court of Califor nia - County of Orange (occourts.org) to appear remotely for hearings and for remote hearing instructions. If you have difficulty connecting or are unable to connect to your remote hearing, call 657-622-8278 for assistance. If you prefer to appear in-person, you can appear in the depart ment on the day/time set for your hearing.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be pub lished at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the pe tition in the following newspaper of general circu lation, printed in this county: San Clemente Times, December 8, 15, 22, 29, 2022

Date: November 10, 2022, Judge Mary Krober-Var ipapa, Judge of the Superior Court

PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

20226648799

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DELAGRU

131 AVENIDA DE LA GRULLA, APT. A SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92672

Full Name of Registrant(s):

THE CASKEY CREATIVE, LLC

131 AVENIDA DE LA GRULLA, APT. A SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92672

This business is conducted by a California Limited Liability Company

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: n/a

This business is conducted by an Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2007

/s/PETER SASO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 11/10/2022

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 30-2022-01290291

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner

AREEANA YVETTE RICHARDSON filed a peti tion with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name

AREEANA YVETTE RICHARDSON

Proposed Name

AREEANA YVETTE VELJANOVSKA

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hear ing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be grant ed. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no writ ten objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing

Date: January 12, 2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: D100. Room: Remote Hearing. The address of the court is Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Your hearing will be held REMOTELY via video at the date and time indicated on the notice or order to which this message is attached. You are NOT to physically ap pear at the courthouse on the date of your hearing. To obtain instructions on how to appear remote ly for your hearing, you MUST do the following no later than the day before the hearing (or no later than Friday, if the hearing is on Monday): 1. Go to the Court’s website at www.occourts.org; 2. Click on the “COVID-19” button; 3. Click on the “Civil” button; 4. Click on the “Remote Hearing Instructions” button; 5. Follow the instructions.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you or your witnesses, do not have the ability to access the court’s web site above, or are unable to follow the instructions

Case No. 30-2022-01289860-CU-PT-CJC

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner TA YUNG LIU (with variation TA-YUNG LIU) filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name TA YUNG LIU (with variation TA-YUNG LIU) Proposed Name TAYUNG LIU

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hear ing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be grant ed. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no writ ten objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing

Date: January 12, 2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: D100. Room: Remote Appearance. The address of the court is Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Your hearing will be held REMOTELY via video at the date and time indicated on the notice or order to which this message is attached. You are NOT to physically appear at the courthouse on the date of your hearing. To obtain instructions on how to appear remotely for your hearing, you MUST do the following no later than the day before the hearing (or no later than Friday, if the hearing is on Monday): 1. Go to the Court’s website at www. occourts.org; 2. Click on the “COVID-19” button; 3. Click on the “Civil” button; 4. Click on the “Re mote Hearing Instructions” button; 5. Follow the instructions. IMPORTANT NOTE: If you or your witnesses, do not have the ability to access the court’s website above, or are unable to follow the instructions on the Court’s website, or are other wise unable to appear remotely, you MUST call the courtroom or call (657) 622-8513, prior to your hearing, to request an alternate means to appear. Failure to do so may result in your case being dis missed, or a ruling issued against you.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be pub lished at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the peti tion in the following newspaper of general circula tion, printed in this county: San Clemente Times Date: 11/01/2022

JUDGE LAYNE H. MELZER, Judge of the Supe

LMC PARTNERS, INC/s/JESSE RIVERA, JESSE RIVERA, PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 11/04/2022

Published in: San Clemente Times Nov 17, 24, Dec 1, 8, 2022

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20226648340

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SOUL & BONES 23 WINDGATE

ALISO VIEJO, CA 92656

Full Name of Registrant(s): CALEB JOSHUA KETCHAM 23 WINDGATE ALISO VIEJO, CA 92656

This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A

/s/CALEB KETCHAM

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 11/07/2022

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TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Christy Kate King filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

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Bodyboarding Gets Its Due

BY JAKE HOWARD, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

t’s been a year and change since we bid a deep, heartfelt goodbye to Tom Morey.

Over the course of his endlessly fascinating life, Morey had been a lot of things to a lot of people—jazz man, engi neer, writer, board builder, inventor—but he’ll forever be tied to a whim he had on a quiet July day in Hawaii in 1971.

After becoming somewhat disenchanted with the surf scene, Morey landed on the Big Island to shape surfboards and get away from it all. As legend has it, on July 9, he started tinkering with some closed-cell polyethylene packing foam he had lying around. He whittled out a crude craft measuring 4 feet, 6 inches long and 23 inches wide.

“There was no turning back at that point. Plus, I found that I could shape the foam using an iron if I put a sheet of the Honolulu Advertiser down on it first. Later that night, I drew a few curves on the foam with a red marker pen and went to bed,” Morey would later explain.

A few test drives on the west side of the island, and he knew he had something.

“I could actually feel the wave through

the board,” he recalled. “On a surfboard, you’re not feeling the nuance of the wave, but with my creation, I could feel everything. I was thinking, ‘It turns, it’s durable, it can be made cheaply, it’s lightweight, it’s sage. God, this could be a really big thing.’ ”

The world would never be the same after Morey’s advent of the bodyboard. The small, user-friendly craft has since allowed millions of people around the world to access the ocean and experience the pure joy of simply riding a wave.

Morey’s legacy lives on in too many ways to list here, but thanks to local Dana Point bodyboarder and filmmaker

Craig Whetter, you can now see exactly how far the sport has come since those heady days in Hawaii. Later this month, Whetter will premiere his new film, Breaking Even

The project has been in the works for more than a year and features a number of today’s top bodyboarders doing their thing at exotic locations around the world, including Chile, Mexico, the Canary Islands and, of course, Dana Point. The 40-minute movie will premiere at the San Clemente Community Center on Dec. 17 at 7 p.m.

“The state of bodyboarding today is hot and growing very rapidly,” Whetter

told San Clemente Times. “Every day I get in the water at the local beaches in Dana Point, I see new kids practicing and just simply having fun, and there are a lot of them, which is so awesome to see. The sport is in a great spot right now.”

For those old enough to remember, Bodyboarding magazine, published in the area via Surfing magazine, was wildly popular during the sport’s heyday in the late ’80s and early ’90s, providing exposure for pros, coverage of big-time events and the spotlights on the latest products.

“There isn’t really any financial support in the sport right now, so it goes to show that being a bodyboarder really isn’t about the money; it’s about the love and passion us bodyboarders have for the sport,” Whetter continued. “Hence, the film’s title, Breaking Even. If we are breaking even, we are winning.”

Dana Point and San Clemente both boast a long, exceptional bodyboarding history, with some of the sport’s biggest names blossoming in the area—and that’s not even counting Morey.

“I believe that Creek and T-Street breed some of the most talented bodyboarders in California and continue to do so,” Whetter says. “The younger generation is looking good. I couldn’t be prouder of everyone who is working hard to progress each session.”

For more info and availability of tickets to the premiere, check out Whetter’s Instagram @craigwhetter. There’s a link in his bio for tickets. SC

Jake Howard is a local surfer and freelance writer who lives in San Clemente. A former editor at Surfer Magazine, The Surfer’s Journal and ESPN, today he writes for a number of publications, including Picket Fence Media, Surfline and the World Surf League. He also works with philanthropic organizations such as the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center and the Positive Vibe Warriors Foundation.

SURF FORECAST

GROM OF THE WEEK

KOA MOREHEAD

BY JAKE HOWARD, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

n or out of the water, 12-year-old Koa Morehead is a grom on the move. Whether it’s ripping Lowers with friends and family or hitting a local skatepark, Koa’s brimming with enthusiasm and the talent to match.

And while Koa, who hails from San Clemente, loves scoring when the waves are pumping, he’s most recently been focusing his competitive energies on skateboarding.

Competing in the California Amateur Skateboard League—sometimes called the Little League of skateboarding—Koa’s amassed quite a resume.

A force in the 8- to 12-year-old division,

Koa this year finished the season ranked first overall in the park/mini ramp division, as well as first in the vert/bowl division.

Koa finished the season with a total of 14 wins to his credit and capped off a stellar sea son in the final event of the year at the Volcom Outdoor Skatepark. There, Koa took first in Park, Bowl and Street—accomplishing a goal of not just concentrating on one particular event but winning in all three categories.

And when he’s not rolling around on a skateboard or logging water time at Lowers, you may find Koa diving into his other passions, including golf, snowboarding and fishing. Whatever he’s up to, keep an eye on Koa; he’s going places. SC

If you have a candidate for Grom of the Week, we want to know. Send an email to jakehoward1@gmail.com.

Water Temperature: 60-61 Degrees F

Water Visibility and Conditions: 15’+

Thursday: Small NW swell blends with a touch of fresh S swell, providing knee-thigh high surf to better-exposed breaks while standouts pull in waist-high sets. Clean surface conditions in the early morning from light/variable to locally light offshore wind out of the NE, but there will be a deep 6’ high tide that bogs down most spots.

Light onshore westerly wind picks up by mid-morning, continuing through the afternoon for bumpier conditions.

Outlook: The mix of NW and S swells holds steady through the weekend, keeping surf in the knee-waist high range. Morning surface conditions look generally favorable as light winds continue to show, trending to manageable onshore westerly wind each afternoon. Deep high tides will continue to show each morning over the weekend, so spots that can handle the extra water will be your best bet.

Long a hotbed of talent, Dana Point’s Salt Creek features prominently in Craig Whetter’s new film, Breaking

Even. Photo: Courtesy of Whetter Collection

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Koa Morehead. Photo: Courtesy of Scott Soens

A new film by Dana Point filmmaker Craig Whetter shines some much deserved light on today’s crop of bodyboarders