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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano will give the Tuttle-Click Automotive Group as much as $5 million to open up a Ford dealership on the highly visible site of two closed auto sales lots. The City Council, acting as the redevelopment agency, agreed to the deal Tuesday night. Tuttle-Click will open quickly in the existing Ford lot next to Costco, but move from there by March as Costco expands. Tuttle-Click will move to the closed Nissan and Chrysler lots on Camino Capistrano, selling the southern-most 2 acres to Capistrano Toyota, which needs more space to store new cars. The redevelopment agency will give Tuttle-Click $3 million when it opens, then $2 million in installments based on the sales-tax the dealership generates. The deal is set up so that property taxes from the redevelopment agency pay the dealership, allowing the city to keep all of the sales-tax.

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A man identified by the Orange County Coroner’s Office as 23-year-old Calvin Smith of Utah drowned on Saturday, October 16 while swimming at Doheny State Beach. According to authorities, bystanders saw Smith face down in the water but said he appeared to be snorkeling as the blue Crocs he was wearing on his feet looked like swim fins. It is unclear how much time passed before beachgoers realized that Smith was in trouble, brought him to shore and began CPR around 5:30 p.m. Smith was transported to Saddleback Memorial Medical Center in San Clemente where he was pronounced dead at 6:24 p.m. Lifeguards were on duty that day but left at 5 p.m. per the Doheny Beach fall schedule. The coroner’s office reported a Monday morning autopsy confirmed the cause of death to be salt-water drowning.

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…Investigation of City Council Regarding Leaked Information? THE LATEST: San Clemente resident Rick Collins recently filed a letter of concern with the Orange County Grand Jury—what he calls a citizen action and not a personal one—addressing the issue of whether Councilmember Bob Baker or Councilmember Wayne Eggleston released information of a confidential and proprietary nature after a City Council closed-session meeting about the Playa del Norte project. The leaked information Collins refers to was detailed in a letter to the editor by San Clemente resident Jim Smith in the July 1-8 issue of the SC Times. “This information has already been filed with the Orange County Grand Jury investigative team,” Collins said in a statement. “We intend to press them as diligently as possible to prosecute, if need be, to expose this ‘leak’ which is a clear ethical and legal violation by an elected official.” Moreover, the debate also sparked an investigation of the San Clemente City Council to be handled by City Attorney Jeff Oderman. But Oderman said he could not comment on the investigation. “These matters are being discussed in closed session and council has not taken a reportable action out of closed session,” Oderman said. “And I’m really not able to answer questions relating to what the city is doing about this at the moment.” WHAT’S NEXT: Even though the Orange County Grand Jury received the letter of concern from Collins, does not mean they will act. City Manager George Scarborough could not be reached for further comment. FIND OUT MORE: See Collins’ letter to the Orange County Grand Jury at www.sanclementetimes.com. —David Zimmerle

…First Big Storm of the Season?

THE LATEST: San Clemente experienced its www.sanclementetimes.com

first major storm of fall 2010 earlier this week, as widely scattered thunderstorms pounded the region with downpour. Accompanied by lightning, the thunderstorms were heard and felt throughout early morning hours of Tuesday, Oct. 19. No damage from the storms was reported to city officials, while most residents’ aim was to just keep dry. “Other than the usual traffic congestion we get with storms like these, I haven’t heard about anything like power outages, flooding or things like that,” said Lt. Paul D’Auria, Chief of Police Services. “We usually have guys out there just to keep an eye on things when we have this kind of weather and so far everything seems to be been OK.” The city’s beaches were also unharmed. “There was no severe damage that happened down at the beach, just some minor erosion because of the storm runoffs,” Marine Safety Officer, Nick Giugni said. WHAT’S NEXT: Showers and thundershowers were likely to continue throughout the rest of the week with temperatures varying between 57-65 degrees. Partly cloudy weather is expected for the weekend with a 20 percent chance of precipitation Friday and Saturday, and 10 percent precipitation and highs in the low 70s slated for Sunday. FIND OUT MORE: For more information, visit www.weather.com —DZ

…Makeover on T-Street Overpass?

THE LATEST: City Council voted unanimously to hire R.J. Bullard Construction, Inc. providing for the Coastal Trail Trafalgar Pedestrian Overpass Rehabilitation in the amount of $457, 710. The current T-Street overpass was constructed in 1981 with the last major repair work performed on the overpass in the early 1990s. Due to exposure to the highly corrosive ocean environment and continuous public foot traffic, the overpass is in need of additional repairs which include: Repair of stairs (using a non-skid material), repair of other walking surfaces (bridge area and landings with non-skid material), repair of

hand and guard rails (cleaning and recoating), repair of concrete cracks and spalls, replacement of overhead galvanized chain link cage with gray vinyl coated chain link material, coating/painting all exposed concrete surfaces and replacement of existing red tiles located along the exterior face. The project was designed by TM Engineers, Inc. and advertised for public bidding. Bids were opened on September 29, 2010.

Parent greeters all received training from their local police departments and the Orange County District Attorney on gang prevention and safety and are subject to a law enforcement background review. WHAT’S NEXT: The program officially launched earlier this month at 25 schools across the county, with some coming online more quickly than others.

WHAT’S NEXT: Those who frequent T-Street whether to surf or just enjoy that particular stretch of beach can use the overpass mostly on weekends throughout December, January and February, and the overpass will be not be in use Mondays through Fridays and on three weekends throughout those months, according to project engineer David Rebensdorf. However, there will be several signs that will advise beachgoers on alternate points of access. Work could begin as early as December 1 and wrap by March 1. FIND OUT MORE: www.san-clemente.org —DZ

…A New Anti-Gang Program?

THE LATEST: Five San Clemente schools are part of a new anti-gang program that enlists parents to prevent graffiti and ensure children aren’t harassed before classes. Countywide, more than 750 parents have joined with law enforcement in the effort, which will be in place at Bernice Ayer Middle School, Clarence Lobo Elementary School, Las Palmas Elementary School, Marblehead Elementary and Shorecliffs Elementary schools. Participating parents stand in front of the GRIP schools wearing orange vests before and after school to greet students and ensure that they are abiding by the school dress code and are not dressed like gang members. The presence of these parents also serves as a deterrent to gang members. Those schools that have unofficially started the parent greeter program have observed a noticeable decrease in gang presence and graffiti.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.orangecountyda. com —Jonathan Volzke

…A “Back to the Classroom” Tour for the Superintendent?

THE LATEST: Capistrano Unified School District Superintendent Joe Farley has launched a series of 18 community and staff meetings to ensure the district’s focus remains on classroom instruction. The first, open to students, parents and community members, was on October 14 at Capistrano Valley High School. He will visit San Clemente High in early November. “It is obvious that Capistrano Unified is a great, successful school district with high test scores, excellent teachers, dedicated staff and smart, capable and accomplished students,” Farley said in a statement. “With this tour, I am asking that we go ‘Back to the Classroom’ to ensure that our focus remains on the academic success of each student.” Farley’s “Back to the Classroom” tour reinforces a theme he has woven throughout his initial presentations to staff and community groups—focusing on the work in the classroom. While he has the reputation of being a superintendent who has turned around school districts, Farley sees his role in CUSD as reinforcing the fundamental things that created the district’s reputation for high achievement. Six community forums will be held for parents, students and members of the public. WHAT’S NEXT: Farley will be at San Clemente High School at 7 p.m. on November 3. The CUSD board of trustees meets on October 26. FIND OUT MORE: See the “Beyond the Blackboard” blog at www.sanclementetimes. com —JV

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SC Sheriff’s Blotter Compiled By Kirsten Amavisca Sacher All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department Web site (www.ocsd.org) and reflects data available from calls placed from the field by the responding officer(s). An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site.

Wednesday, October 12 ILLEGALLY PARKED VEHICLE Optima, 0 Block (1:08 p.m.) Authorities were contacted because there was a beige sedan parked on the sidewalk and blocking pedestrian traffic. KEEP THE PEACE Avenida Junipero, 100 Block (3:47 p.m.) A man thought his roommate broke into his room and called the police to report this. The roommate was still at the house and had no idea the police had been contacted.

Thursday, October 13

SUSPICIOUS CICUMSTANCE Avenida San Gabriel, 2200 Block (12:10 a.m.) A man contacted the police to report a device he found mounted on the front bumper of his father’s car. The man has been driving his father’s car for about five days, and wants to get rid of this device or turn it in. From his description, it sounded like it was a police tracking device.

Friday, October 14 CITIZEN ASSIST Via Cima, 0 Block (9:43 p.m.) A lady called the police when she found out that a group of high school kids were coming to egg her house as part of the high school float wars. RECKLESS DRIVING Via Marfino/ Avenida Vista Hermosa (11:20 p.m.) Two cars were racing around some streets in a neighborhood. One of the neighbors became angry and went outside and threw eggs at the cars whenever they passed by.

Saturday, October 15 KEEP THE PEACE Calle Trepadora, 1000 Block (9:26 a.m.) Police were contacted because a business had recently fired an employee, and that ex-employee was sitting across the street in a van with blacked out windows, making the caller nervous.

DISTURBANCE Via Durazno, 2500 Block (4:14 p.m.) A caller contacted authorities to report that his 12-year-old female cousin was walking back from school when a 13-year-old neighbor boy started chasing her with a knife. She ran to another neighbor’s house, who then contacted the cousin. DISTURBANCE Plaza Estival, 400 Block (8:06 p.m.) A woman reported that her drunk ex-boyfriend was fighting with her current roommate, and throwing a metal chair into her furniture. He had no other weapons, and was on anti-seizure medication. DISTURBANCE Calle Pueblo, 400 Block (11:06 p.m.) A caller contacted authorities to complain about 10 teenagers roaming around his house.

Sunday, October 16 SUSPICIOUS PERSON Optima, 0 Block (2:33 a.m.) Authorities were contacted by a man who said a woman ambled into his backyard saying she was looking for someone. The man thinks she was drunk or on drugs. She wandered out of the gate and onto the street. DISTURBANCE Cartegena, 0 Block (10:37 p.m.) A young man reported that his girlfriend scratched him in the face during an argument.

• City Honors San Clemente Retired Senior Volunteer Program with Presentation of Proclamation: At Tuesday’s City Council meeting Mayor Jim Dahl honored the San Clemente Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) with a Presentation of Proclamation to Bill Waibel, RSVP Coordinator, essentially celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program. Pictured (left to right) are Janet Dunford, Crime Prevention Specialist, Leslie Mowers, Crime Prevention Specialist, Sgt. Scott Kennedy, Lt. Paul D’Auria, Bill Waibel and Mayor Jim Dahl. The RSVPs went on to celebrate its 25th anniversary with a party at the San Clemente Community Center on October 20. Police Services RSVP has been active in San Clemente since 1985. Approximately 34 senior men and women provide services to the citizens of San Clemente as volunteers. These uniformed personnel perform police services with the city like vacation home checks, traffic and crowd control, vehicle code enforcement, foot patrol in business areas, clerical support tasks, transport of Sheriff Department vehicles for service, daily patrols in marked vehicles and are subject to being called to assist in emergency situations.

Monday, October 17 CITIZEN ASSIST Avenida Del Presidente, 2600 Block (1:38 a.m.) A man camping at San Clemente State Beach called authorities because his friend was drunk and kept breaking his belongings. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE Avenida Talega, 800 Block (7:41 a.m.) It was reported that a car with two blown tires was driving around in circles in a coffee shop parking lot. WELFARE CHECK Avenida Pico, 900 Block (7:55 a.m.) Police were called to investigate a 6-year-old boy who was alone and hungry and said he was on his way to Oregon.

Tuesday, October 18 SUSPICIOUS PERSON Avenida de la Estrella, 1000 Block (2:22 p.m.) Authorities were called to investigate a young man in his late teens playing a guitar in the park and smoking from a long pipe. He was sitting under a tree, and it was thought he could possibly be smoking drugs and he looked suspicious. WELFARE CHECK East Avenida Pico/ 5 Freeway (6:01 p.m.) Someone contacted the police to report a man standing in the center divider. He was wearing a gardener’s hat and looked confused.

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more. Call 949.248.3571 for list of accepted items. 55555 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, www.danapoint.org.

Sunday, October 24 Hunger Walk

Thursday, October 21

1 p.m. Family Assistance Ministries presents a benefit 5K walk to raise funds for local families in need; held at the SC Community Center. 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.492.8477, www.san-clemente.org.

Youth Committee Meeting

Fall Judged Show

12 p.m. San Clemente Collaborative group meeting at the Boys & Girls Club, 1304 Calle Valle, Contact: dselxelby@cox.net.

Friday, October 22 Fun on the Run 2:30 p.m. The after-school traveling activity program meets at various local locations to provide safe fun for kids Monday through Friday. More info: www.san-clemente.org.

Saturday, October 23 Community Recycling Event 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dana Point teams with CR&R to host a cleanup at Dana Hills High School and Palisades Elementary School. Bring bulky and large items such as furniture, as well as florescent lights, batteries, green waste and www.sanclementetimes.com

10 a.m.-4 p.m. San Clemente Art Association presents an artwork sale and show featuring the winners and entrants of the Fall Judged Show in the Art Gallery in the SC Community Center through Oct. 28. 100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente, 949 492 7175, www.scartgallery.com.

Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Toastmasters

Investment Advisory Committee Meeting 6 p.m. Oceanview Conference

7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Practice public speaking in a friendly and supportive atmosphere at the library, 242 Ave. Del Mar, 949.361.8463, www.sanclemente.freetoasthost.net.

Room. 100 Avenida Presidio, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Wednesday, October 27

German Speaking Group

Adult Book Discussion Group

2 p.m.–4p.m. Every Monday at Café Calypso. 114 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.8436.

Tuesday, October 26

8:30 a.m.-10 a.m. Discuss Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Johathan Foer with adults at the San Clemente Library. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

Business Networking Meeting

TOPS

12 p.m.–1:30 p.m. Business Network International meets at Sarducci’s; visitors welcome. 26701 Verdugo St., San Juan Capistrano.

9 a.m. Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a nonprofit weight-loss support group, meets at St. Clement’s By-the-Sea Church every Wednesday. 202 Avenida Aragon, San Clemente, www.tops.org.

SC Sunrise Rotary Club

Monday, October 25

7:15 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Heritage Grille at the Talega Golf Club, 990 Avenida Talega, 949.369.0663, www.scsunriserotary.org.

Mom Business Associates

Children’s Halloween Event

12 p.m. Support and education group for mom business owners at Lavender Lounge Tea Company. 104 N. El Camino Real Suite B, 760-MOM-2359, www.mombusinessassociates.com.

Courtesy of Neil Barbanell

Kiwanis Meeting 12 p.m. The local Kiwanis Club meets at Carrows. 620 Avenida Pico, 949.290.8729, www.sanclementekiwanis.com.

3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. The SC Library hosts an event for youngsters with stories, music, treats and more. Wear costumes! 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

Physical Fitness for Seniors

General Plan Advisory Committee Meeting 6 p.m. Community development.

9 a.m.-10 a.m. Aerobics class at the Senior Center. Ongoing through Nov. 11. Cost $19. 242

Second-floor Conference Room. 910 Calle Negocio, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

SC Rotary Club 12 p.m. Irons in the Fire, 150 Avenida Magdalena, 949.361.3619, www.sanclementerotary.org.

French Conversation Club 2 p.m.–4 p.m. Come and chat at Cafe Calypso every Wednesday; no fees, no registration. 114 Avenida Del Mar, 949.493.5228.

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Viewpoint: City Council Candidates on the Issues By David Zimmerle San Clemente Times

very other week, we will ask City Council candidates their thoughts on hot-button issues, and in effect, it will give you information you can take to the polls. This is your chance to get to know the candidates and make an informed vote in November. We also invite you to send in questions that we’ll consider for publication. Send to editorial@sanclementetimes.com.

Why should San Clemente residents vote for you? Joe Anderson Age: 68 Years lived in San Clemente: 27 My experience and education combined make me highly qualified to help lead San Clemente over the next four years. My private sector experience includes 10 years operating a small business in San Clemente and 30 years at the managerial and executive levels with two major U.S. Corporations. I have been actively involved in our City for over 34 years. Accomplishments include past President and Board Member of the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce, South Coast Boys & Girls Club and Mary Erickson Community Housing. I have been recognized as San Clemente Citizen of the Year and received the Chamber of Commerce Lifetime Achievement Award. I have a B.S. Degree in Economics from Arizona State University and have completed 10 courses in insurance, finance, and investments from the American College, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. I have played an important role in the structure of our City as we know it today including our streets, circulation, parks, trails, public safety facilities and sound financial status including our AAA credit rating. My education, experience and proven record of results give me the knowledge to be intimately aware of what needs to be accomplished to assure San Clemente’s positive future. Website: www.joeanderson4sanclemente.com Tim Brown Age: 38 Years lived in San Clemente: 8 The best thing about being a candidate for City Council is that I get to walk around our community and talk to residents about San Clemente. During these conversations, I have sensed a real frustration with how our City is run, the partisan politics and the obvious disconnect between elected officials and voters. Folks have complained that the current incumbents have held fast to a policy of tax and spend; they have raised fees constantly, are quick to hire expensive consultants and are willing to sell our valuable public land to developers at a substantial discount—even as we can’t afford new playground equipment at Linda Lane Park or to renovate our beach bathrooms. We should expect more from our City Council; more transparency, more financial discipline and ultimately, better judgment. As your City Councilman, I promise to be ethi-

cal, honest and represent you to the best of my abilities. San Clemente needs new leadership that will not accept business as usual and will challenge our City to do better. Website: www.timbrownforcitycouncil.com Patrick Crosby Age: 62 Years lived in San Clemente: 18 I am the only candidate who has a clear vision for taking us out of the time warp we’ve been in for decades, and moving us to a brighter future, both economically and aesthetically. The Miramar must be purchased by the city, restored, and made useful as a performing arts or cultural center. Then, we must move on and turn local architects free to create, without autocrats and bureaucrats, untrained as architects, second guessing them at every turn. Even Oxford University with buildings hundreds of years old doesn’t erect modern buildings that look old. We shouldn’t either. While Spain may have been a small remote part of our past, it has nothing to do with our future. It’s time to stop trying to make San Clemente the fantasy “Spanish Village” it never was, and never could be, because this isn’t Spain, and we’re not Spaniards. Like it or not, this is a 21st century American city, that has to find a useful place in a new, emerging world. Personally I find that very exciting. Website: www.sanclementemoose.com Lori Donchak Age: 54 Years lived in San Clemente: 10 Proven Leadership. Thank you, San Clemente for your support and involvement my first term. I believe I’ve made a positive difference in our quality of life. San Clemente’s AAA bond rating, traffic solutions around SCHS and VdM, Target, Courtney’s Sandcastle, the Mayor’s Blog, a renewed clean ocean program, beach volleyball courts are highlights. As a teacher, I advise students to always finish what they start. I’m our representative to the County Library system: I wish to continue leading San Clemente’s library expansion to the finish line. As your CUSD liaison, I believe we can build and fund a SCHS Performing Arts Center in the next four years. My ongoing leadership of the Quiet Zone effort to safely reduce train noise along San Clemente’s coast will benefit the community. Most importantly, we’re mid-stream in the new General Plan development. The General Plan is the compass for future generations. I initiated the process in 2006. Proven leadership to complete this complex project has immeasurable value to San Clemente. I enthusiastically ask for your vote. Website: www.loridonchak.com Jim Evert Age: 68 Years lived in San Clemente: 13 Over the last month, I’ve literally talked with thousands of our residents—in front of Ralphs, Albertsons, doorto-door, and at many Meet and Greets.

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I understand your concerns: I will make sure we are good partners with our schools; I will focus on recreation for our Youth and activities for our seniors. Clean beaches, maintaining open space as well as traffic and parking concerns will continue to be a priority. We will keep a balanced budget. We will work to make our city more business friendly—jobs. I will work for you the residents to insure that our children and grandchildren will be proud of our beautiful village by the sea. I know most of you realize that this is not a one issue race (as some would have you believe). We need and deserve the most qualified candidates. If you want integrity, leadership, experience, and most of all a dose of common sense—then vote for me—Jim Evert for San Clemente City Council. Website: www.jimevertforcitycouncil.com Facebook page: Jim Evert for San Clemente City Council Jay Gaskins Age: 49 Years lived in San Clemente: 10 I am running for this office because a very large group of taxpaying residents asked me to be a part of the decision-making process in a way that would represent them with a voice of reason. Having heard the way I spoke with concern about the important issues in San Clemente, the people realized that they weren’t getting fair representation in the council. They are exceptionally disenchanted with the direction the city is moving in. Voting for me will be a message to all of the residents in this town that there is a way to responsibly develop, while maintaining or improving the quality of life here. A vote for me is a vote to advance the quality of our parks and beaches and to stop the deterioration and visual blight of our neighborhoods and commercial districts. I will exhibit the type of leadership necessary to demonstrate the balance linking positive development for San Clemente, preserving its historical importance, and making sure that negative environmental impacts are unacceptable. Website: None Chris Hamm Age: 27 Years lived in San Clemente: 21 years As a life long resident of San Clemente, I have seen many things happen to our “Spanish Village” that were not in our best interests. When I asked, “Why are we doing these things?” overwhelmingly, the response was, “That’s just the way it is.” This is our town, our beach, and we need to stand up and do what’s best for us! I am running for city council to ensure that our community’s best interests are represented in the major decisions that will continue to shape our town. San Clemente is the best beach town, and we need to keep it that way. If you want to live in Huntington Beach, please move there. This is still a small beach community and we cannot allow large developers and

outside interests to continue to dominate our city council. If you want a councilman who is driven to keep San Clemente local, vote Chris Hamm. I will be trustworthy, honest and ethical, I will make decisions that are right for San Clemente. Website: Look me up on Facebook.com Brenda Miller Age: 48 Years lived in San Clemente: 10 We need to return to our conservative roots. We need to stop wasting taxpayers’ money. The decision by incumbents Anderson and Donchak to sell North Beach and subsidize the LAB’s project there is the pinnacle of wasteful government spending. Councilmembers Anderson and Donchak voted to pay for the LAB’s infrastructure for at least $4.5 million, pay for the parking it removes, discount the land by at least 2/3, and cap the LAB’s entitlement costs at $675,120. It will cost us more to fix our yucky beach bathrooms than they valued North Beach. Why? Anderson and Donchak keep bragging that our City has a AAA bond rating. Are they hinting that the City will have to borrow money to fund its commitment to the LAB, all while they’re slashing services? Does that sound like San Clemente residents are the incumbents’ priority? Maybe it does if you’re smoking something, but not if you’re a true fiscal conservative. Make residents priority #1. A vote for me will do just that. Website: www.brendasanclemente.org Georgia Key Smith Age: 59 Years lived in San Clemente: 12 I am running for City Council because I believe there are a vocal minority who have too much influence on city matters while the silent majority of citizens are busy living their lives. I hope to represent that silent majority who haven’t the time to get petitions signed and write numerous letters to the editor. I care about our community and would like to help make decisions that are conducive to having a thriving business community while at the same time taking resident’s needs into account. Maintaining the delicate balance between business needs and residents’ desires is essential to enhancing our quality of life in this seaside community. Through decades of success in business, I have the skills to work effectively with many constituents in demanding environments. I know how to evaluate ideas and positions to determine what possibilities can become realities and which cannot. I am also skilled at reaching consensus without losing value. People listen to me and I am able to build support while respecting other’s opinions. Website: www.linkedin.com/in/georgiakeysmith SC

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CUSD Candidates Discuss Decision Making By Jonathan Volzke San Clemente Times

his week, we asked Capistrano Unified School board candidates the following question:

Members of the public always remind elected officials “you work for us, do what we want.” But is that true? Should an elected official make a decision based on what the majority of the voters want, or what you feel is the best, even if it’s opposite the public opinion? How will you make decisions in office? Here are their answers, unedited, in the order in which they will appear on the ballot: TRUSTEE AREA 5

JOHN ALPAY San Clemente Commissioner/Businessman, www.johnalpay.com We elect our public officials with the expectation that they will act in our best interests and in accordance with our wishes. Voters within CUSD are sick and tired of the politics of derision and division, and above all else want to restore the district’s focus on quality education and living within our means. Trial Lawyer Mike Winsten serves as the Barack Obama of South Orange County. In fact, he is on record of quoting Obama in CUSD Board meetings. That is no coincidence given that Winsten was also elected in 2008 with the promise of bringing meaningful change to CUSD. Back then, voters were not happy with CUSD’s direction and the desire for change was overwhelming. Unfortunately once in office, Winsten imposed his own version of an Obama/Pelosi agenda that is inconsistent with the desires of the public. Winsten has managed to turn the school district into a lawsuit factory, hiring hundreds of his trial attorney friends and paying them in excess of $550 per hour. He hired a superintendent who not only drew an annualized salary of $365,000, but she also continued to receive her existing public employee pension. Voters don’t want this form of “governance;” they want quality education and proper use of tax dollars. Yet to distract the public of his misdeeds, Winsten falsely seeks to blame the problems that continue to plague CUSD on everybody but himself. Once elected, I will work to restore credibility and integrity to CUSD. My campaign is not beholden to any union or other special interests. This allows me the flexibility to make the decisions necessary to rebuild CUSD, which is exactly what voters want. MIKE WINSTEN Attorney/Independent Businessman, www.cusdfacts.com In our pluralistic community there is not always a “majority opinion” among CUSD’s 220,000+ voters on a given issue. The people who speak at Board meetings do not necessarily represent the majority of voters. Experience teaches the opposite. The majority of our

voters are a very quiet majority. An elected official has to be very careful about making decisions on what other people say the majority of voters want. I hear different points of view as I go through daily life and it is up to me to divine what the majority of the voters might prefer on a given issue. However, my view of leadership precludes a single rule from applying in all situations. There are times when elected officials should make choices based on what they perceive the majority of voters want and there are other times when the moral, financial or other context requires a decision to be made even if the choice is the opposite of perceived public opinion. But here is an important caveat: Focusing on the “majority of voters” leaves out the best interests of the children, none of whom vote, yet they are our most important constituency, and must always come first. www.cusdreform. com TRUSTEE AREA 6

GARY PRITCHARD Community College Professor, www.pritchardforcusd. com Elected officials need to make decisions based on facts, not on their personal agendas, fear of the electorate, or, worst of all, to save their withered political careers. Decision making for CUSD Trustees must always start from the basic question: What is in the best interest of our children? Everything else runs a distant second. The resources for making the right decisions are available to Trustees who are willing to spend time within the schools and communities they wish to serve. Trustees must understand public schools so they can ask the right questions of the stakeholders. Unfortunately, what we have are Trustees who only show up to school sites and community events when they face recall and strong challengers. Their presence is superficial and the tough questions remain unanswered. Unwilling to put in the time to grow into competent leaders in education, our current Trustees now want our understanding in the aftermath of their ill-fated decisions. Trustees need to make tough decisions in challenging times. Unpopular decisions are unavoidable. Reasonable people understand that not all of their petitions are going to be met with favorable results but they do expect that their voice is heard. The current board’s failings rest not with Trustees reaching out to the wider community but rather Trustees reaching within their own sphere of influence to leverage our schools to push an agenda outside the scope of public education. Ironically, the current Trustees now want us to hear their petitions in their final hours of service. Sadly, it is too late. The only people willing to listen to them are the uninformed (which narrow each day they remain in office), sycophants, and spiteful local tyrants. GARY V. MILLER Retired Teacher Declined to submit an answer.

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PAUL HEBBARD Certified Public Accountant, www. paulhebbard.com I will make decisions based on both public opinion and my gut instincts. If I am absolutely certain that a decision will yield a favorable result, even though it is not the will of the majority of constituents, then I will carry through and go with my own feelings. If a decision needs to be made where I am uncertain of an outcome, I will gather input from the various involved parties, (parents, teachers, administrators, etc). Once I have listened to everyone’s opinion, i will make my decision accordingly. The people who have endorsed me are primarily personnel who have enjoyed long and productive years in the public education arena. I will seek out their wisdom, In addition to current CUSD personnel, such as the school principals. I will also do my own research by going to various schools and discussing issues with teachers and even finding out if neighboring school districts have the same issues and how they have been resolved. KEN LOPEZ MADDOX Businessman/Tax Consultant, www. cusdfacts.com I ask myself three basic questions. Is is legal? Is it moral? Is it good for the District? However, this begins with looking at the totality of the information available and then seeking a solution. There are those who believe being the most vocal on an issue equates to being a majority of the voters. Often this is not the case. This is why it is important to have a solid foundation; a core set of beliefs so one is not tossed about the sea of public opinion. One of the greatest leadership books ever written is the Book of Proverbs. King Solomon wrote it for his son who would someday be king. This is an excellent guide for anyone in a leadership position. I’m no King Solomon; just a father who understands the level of trust every parent places in their child’s school to provide an environment rich in learning and the opportunity for excellence. My ultimate goal is to ensure CUSD provides a quality education to its students and is responsive to the individual concerns of the parents. TRUSTEE AREA 6

ANNA BRYSON Capistrano Unified School District Governing Member, www. abryson.com I always keep in mind that the students are your children and the dollars are your money. I am a schoolboard trustee, and, as a trustee, I am morally and legally obligated to look out for the interests of students, parents, and taxpayers. It is current students, parents, and taxpayers who feel where the shoe pinches.

Schools exist for the sake of students. Yes, school trustees are leaders, who have to look out for the whole enterprise – who have to balance competing suggestions and to encourage successful work from our valued teachers and administrators, and who have to make tough decisions to keep the whole ship afloat financially. But I work for you. I cannot just impose some arbitrary opinion of my own. I am a trustee of the voters of the Capistrano Unified School District and, when there are challenges – like the threat of bankruptcy whether from past spending sprees, state budget crisis, or union wish-list -- I speak out for and stand up for the voters. SAAM ALIKHANI University Student, www. alikhaniforcusd.com Elected officials must accurately represent and address the needs of the electorate, and not be beholden to special interests or focus exclusively on furthering their own political careers. Voters in CUSD elect their officials with the expectation that they will make decisions that are in the best interest of the community. Unfortunately, that is presently not the case as the current Board of Trustees has failed to uphold its fiduciary responsibilities and as a result has lost the faith of the electorate. The Board of Trustees wastes millions of taxpayer dollars on attorneys previously sanctioned by the State Bar and on dubious litigation settlements to a small elitist group of campaign supporters and contributors. This is not what the electorate intended as good governance. Successful public officials most often act in a manner consistent with the desires of the vast majority of people. Yet to understand the intent of the electorate, a School Trustee must engage in transparency and open dialogue. The current Board of Trustees has closed off all lines of communication by blatantly disregarding those who have sought to work with them in good faith. Special interests and a small cadre of those who have personally benefited financially are the only people provided with exclusive access to the Board of Trustees. With further budget cuts from Sacramento pending, difficult decisions await the next Board of Trustees. The answer is how one goes about these decisions in respect to the benefit of the community. Our elected officials, especially in times of economic hardship, need to work in tandem with the community to address their needs instead of pandering to special interests at taxpayer expense. TRUSTEE AREA 6

MARTHA MCNICHOLAS Engineering Entrepreneur, www.mcnicholasforcusd. com School Board members are locally elected public officials entrusted with governing the community’s public schools. (Cont. on page 10) www.sanclementetimes.com

Eye on SC CUSD Candidates Discuss Decision Making (Cont. from page 8) But effective governance is much more complicated than just doing what the voters want. The responsibilities of the board include setting the long-term vision, direction and policies of the district, establishing an effective and efficient structure for the school district (superintendent and staff), ensuring accountability to the public, and acting as community leaders. The role of the board is to be responsive to the values, beliefs and priorities of its community, but it is also limited by funding provided by the state budget and is inextricably bound by the State Education Code. Working with the Superintendent as a governance team, the board must keep the district focused on learning and achievement for all students, operate openly with trust and integrity, and govern in a dignified and professional manner, treating everyone with civility and respect. As an elected trustee during economically stressful times, difficult and potentially unpopular decisions are inevitable. The challenge will be to ensure opportunities for the diverse range of views in the community to provide input to the board, while maintaining a broad and balanced vision. Employees, students, parents and community members have a reasonable expectation to be heard, and will be more willing to accept decisions of the board when they have been part of the process. Open and honest communication will be the key to maintaining the trust of the public. ELLEN ADDONIZIO Certified Public Accountant, www.cusdfacts.com People are elected to public office on the basis that they reflect the values and core beliefs of their constituency. As such, within legal and financial constraints, decisions of the public servant should reflect the community values and priorities.

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LARRY CHRISTENSEN Capistrano Unified School District, Governing Board Member, www. cusdfacts.com “Fortunately we still live in a republic where the power of government rests in the body of its citizens, yielded by their vote. This is never to be taken lightly, for any elected official was voted into office by a majority of citizens who trust that person will best represent their views and not be swayed by the loudest special interest group. People are tired of politicians who base decisions upon what will keep them in office, regardless of how that decision affects the constituents through the generations. An elected official does best by not being a politician, by not doing what he or she “feels” is best, but by what mandate is given for a platform by the majority of the citizens. This holds true for any office, be it the president of The United States or a local school district trustee.” LYNN HATTON Small Business Owner, www.hattonforcusd.com Ideally a person is elected because the voters believe the candidate will do a good job, based upon their background and values, representing their constituent’s best interests. At the same time, to be an effective leader, one must continually seek input and engender collaboration. If an environment of trust, mutual respect, accountability and transparency is present, the decisions the elected officials make and the opinions of their stakeholders will, most often, be in lockstep. SC

Bow Wow Wow!

Camp Bow Wow staff and clients raise money for the San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter

(L to R) Shelter personnel Terry Burns holding Mary, Diane Leonard holding Lola, Jennifer Stinett, Camp Bow Wow owner Kimberly Simons and Melissa Shea gather at the San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter as Camp Bow Wow presented a $600 check to the shelter. Photo by Andrea Swayne

By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

amp Bow Wow owner Kimberly Simons, along with her staff and clients, wanted a way to contribute to the San Clemente/Dana Point Shelter so Simons decided to devote the entire month of August to fundraising. “A portion of the proceeds came from a special day when we donated 20 percent of our proceeds and the rest came from generous donations by our clients,” said Simons at the September 29 check presentation. “We feel it is so important to help support the shelter. There are millions of homeless animals across the country looking for homes and the shelter does an incredible job of

not only running the shelter but for finding great homes for the animals.” Simons presented the shelter with a $600 check that will be put toward the medical care of the shelter’s pets along with other needs. “This money is much needed and greatly appreciated,” said Diane Leonard of the San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter. “We are a nonprofit, all-volunteer, pro-humane shelter and with the way the economy is now we are seeing an increase in owner relinquishments and this money will help us take care of the animals in our care.” To make a donation, log on to www. petprojectfoundation.org. For more information about Camp Bow Wow, log on to www. campbowwow.com/sanclemente. SC

For A Good Cause

23rd Annual South Orange County Hunger Walk ahead Special to San Clemente Times

n Sunday, October 24, area residents will have the opportunity to assist South Orange County’s less fortunate by participating in the 23rd Annual South Orange County Hunger Walk. Funds raised by walkers over the 5K route in San Clemente will go directly to Family Assistance Ministries (FAM), which provides support for the area’s neediest families. Now in its 11th year, the organization assists families in crisis by helping with rent, utilities, emergency transportation, senior medical expenses and distributing donated food. FAM has served more than 100,000 clients since it opened, and last year distributed $130,000 in client aid and $1.5 million worth of food. FAM also operates a 26-bed shelter for women and children in San Clemente, named for its founder, Ellen Gilchrist. Since opening in 2003, it has served nearly 700 people, and has been very successful in moving graduates into permanent affordable housing. In 2010, FAM was able to purchase the Gilchrist building with the help of grants from the city of San Clemente and the federal government. Funds also were provided to upgrade the facility, which is

in progress. Gretchen Hesse, FAM’s Executive Director, said the 2010 Hunger Walk goal is to have 500 walkers and raise $50,000. “We realize that is an aggressive goal, but because of the deteriorating economy, the need for aid is growing substantially,”

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Hesse said. “Through September, FAM received more requests for assistance than in all of 2009. This has greatly impacted our resources.” The major source of funds from the walk comes from individual walkers who obtain pledges from friends and families. Walkers

who obtain pledges of more than $100 will receive a commemorative T-shirt. “We also expect major donations from corporations, service clubs and individuals,” Hesse said. “This year we’re encouraging schools, churches, businesses and service clubs to challenge one another to new and higher levels of participation and donation. Winners will be acknowledged by FAM for their achievement.” Hesse also pointed out that every $50 donation provides FAM grocery bags for 10 families. The Hunger Walk will start at the San Clemente Community Center. The round-trip route covers a 5K course and ends back at the Community Center with a water stop at St. Clement’s Episcopal Church. Registration begins at 1 p.m. at the Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville. Live music will be provided by the Six30Jam band, and there will be pre-walk aerobic warm-up exercises. Free bottled water will also be provided to all participants. The walk starts at 2 p.m. The sheriff’s volunteers will be stationed along the route to assist walkers crossing streets. For registration information, contact FAM at 949.492.8477 or download sponsor sheets at www.family-assistance.org. Donations can also be made online. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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The Ultimate Game Time San Clemente High School celebrates homecoming with school pride and big win By Shelley Murphy San Clemente Times

an Clemente High School’s Triton traditions brought the town together on October 15 as the community gathered for the annual homecoming parade and game. The whirlwind weekend kicked off with a lively parade downtown, an exciting football game at home and culminated with the first big dance of the year at San Clemente High School, the homecoming dance. “This year’s homecoming theme of board games, ‘Homecoming: The Ultimate Game Time,’ is something everyone can relate to, from little kids to adults, because they’re the classic games: Monopoly (freshman), Operation (sophomores), Battleship (juniors), and Candyland (seniors). It’s a fun theme, we hope it brings everyone back to childhood,” Activities Director Jaime Garman said. While the homecoming parade route might be short, the turnout is huge and, the steady drizzle didn’t dampen the mood as hundreds of people lined Avenida Del Mar to cheer as the parade passed by. The tree-lined street served as a backdrop for a sea of red and black as everyone from the young to the young at heart waited for the parade to begin. “The homecoming parade is disappearing around the United States as a tradition and we’re so fortunate to keep it going here in San Clemente,” said SCHS Principal George Duarte. “We couldn’t do it without the help of the city, the fire department, and the sheriff’s department. The parade brings the community together, we have so many people participating and coming to watch—everyone is here.” Eager eyes watched as Tony Soto’s Triton Marching Alliance led the way for students following by foot or float. In true Triton spirit, more than 25 school groups marched down Del Mar including various sports teams (varsity football, boys and girls cross-country, girls soccer, girls tennis and the surf team) and clubs (Best Buddies, Be a Hero, Become a Donor and Child Development). Local

Several San Clemente High School cheerleaders enjoy their time at the annual homecoming parade last week. Photo by Heidi Mefferd

dignitaries and school officials also participated. Convertibles carried this year’s homecoming court in pairs: Max Robinson and Cassidy Bennett; Jack Baker and Megan Landes; Gabe Henderson and Megan Conlon; Colin Jordan and Brooke Beard and Yanchen Zhang and Nghi Tran. The freshman class had the first float down Del Mar, but all floats from all four classes had magically transformed planks of wood into creative interpretations of their assigned board game; and each class got the crowd going with energy and enthusiasm possible only by high school students. “The kids really appreciate it when people come out for the game and parade; we get a lot of support from the community,” Garman said. “We are proud of our school and what we do.” For SCHS alumnus Marty Goggins, class of 1983, the parade was special. “My favorite moment in the parade was watching my daughter Marie, who just made the girls’ soccer team, walk down that street with such pride and joy to be on that team—it made me smile the rest of the day,” Goggins said. “I love that she’s going to the same school I went to and playing sports with some of my friends’ kids.”

Triton running back Mike Elesperu (27) picks up a few rushing yards against Trabuco Hills last week. Photo by Brian Miller

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As the parade processional came to a close, it was back to business as usual downtown and time to trek to Thalassa Stadium where the Tritons took on the Trabuco Hills High School Mustangs (4-3, 0-1 SCL). A steady and stronger evening drizzle didn’t stop the crowds of fans, decked out in their finest red and black, from attending the annual homecoming game. Under the Friday night lights, thousands of fans filled the stands to capacity to watch the game marking the start of South Coast League play. As the game got going, Mike Hurlbut, 1983 SCHS alumnus, teacher, boys’ and girls’ golf coach and voice of the Tritons, pumpedup the crowd, “Remember to stop by the number-one rated snack bar in high school football and to visit the Triton store where we’re the only high school in the nation to have our own Rainbow Sandals!” The Mustangs scored the first touchdown, but Christian Tober blocked the extra point attempt to keep the score 6-0. However, it didn’t take long for the Mustangs to get back on the board again and soon the Tritons were down 13-0. The crowd and Triton cheerleaders attempted to rally the team, and the Tritons answered back by scoring early in the second quarter making it 13-7. Later in the quarter, Christian Bailey returned a 72-yard interception and Mike Elespuru scored on a 3-yard touchdown run to put the Tritons ahead 14-13 at the half. Both football teams fled the field for the locker rooms while the crowd waited anxiously to learn who would be the new homecoming king and queen. As the lights dimmed, last year’s king, Travis Smith, and Princess Molly Garritson arrived by golf cart to take their traditional place on the field (Garritson filled in for the 2009 homecoming queen Katie Barnes, who is a freshman at Clemson University). Giant video screens erected on the field showed an original film by ASB students; a clever story unfolded as students on-screen played each of the four board games in an attempt to find the homecoming king and queen. During breaks in the video, students grouped by grade level took to the field for well choreographed and colorful dance sequences incorporating their board-game

theme. After the film finished, the lights came up and Smith opened the huge Monopoly card he held to reveal the names of the 2010 homecoming king and queen: Gabe Henderson and Brooke Beard. The crowd erupted into cheers and fireworks lit up the sky. “When my name was called it was like a white flash before my eyes,” a newly-crowned Beard said. “It’s a teenage dream.” Duarte praised the halftime show saying, “Our ASB kids do a phenomenal job of preparing for the halftime show. It’s always amazing, so many students worked hard to make it such a success.” The second half started with Jordan Micalef running back a 99-yard kick-off return to score. Travis Wilson went for the two point conversion, giving the Tritons the lead 22-19 and they never trailed again. The Tritons special teams unit continued to impress as Christian Tober had a 36-yard punt return and the defense dominated by Nico Ruberti, Noah Maningo, and Bennett Jonas shut down the Mustang offense. In the end, the Tritons (6-1, 1-0 SCL) trounced over the Mustangs with an exciting 43-19 homecoming win. Every year SCHS alumni look forward to returning to school for the traditional homecoming game and a bit of wistful nostalgia. Karen Yoder, class of 1984, said, “I think SCHS is special because it’s a hometown high school with traditions, legacies, community spirit and support. It’s fun to see SCHS alumni return to teach and coach.” She said there’s one notable difference since the 1980s. “This year our daughter, 17, is a senior and our son, 15, is a sophomore, the enrollment has almost tripled since my husband and I graduated, but the campus still feels comfortable.” Yoder said. “I have very fond memories of my experiences at SCHS, I enjoyed everything: Friends, classes, teachers, ASB, swim team, volleyball team, soccer team, and dances. My friends and I still reminisce and laugh often about some of our favorite high school experiences.” Goggins added, “One thing about this school is people stay together; my friends that I see every week are the same ones I went to school with.” Several SCHS graduates teach at their alma mater. “I think at last count we had 17 teachers and staff that work at the school,” Duarte said. One of those 17, John Stephens, who also coaches boys’ and girls’ tennis, graduated in 1978 and started his teaching career at rival Dana Hills High, where he taught for 15 years. “In 2001, I started at SCHS and when I first got here I was teaching with people that I’d had as teachers,” said Stephens. “There’s so much community support for this school—it’s very special, you just don’t see that anymore. Most towns have a couple high schools and you just don’t have that feel, it’s pretty unique to have one high school still,” said Stephens. As the game ended, most of the festivities had finished, but for students the fun wasn’t quite over; they had the homecoming dance Saturday night at school. “I told my daughter as I dropped her off at the homecoming dance, ‘You only get four of these, so have a great time because it goes by so fast,’” Goggins said. While San Clemente’s population may soar, its small-town atmosphere survives. “The kids and parents continue to support our school again and again,” Duarte said. Homecoming weekend might be over, but the spirit of Ole Hanson’s vision of a small village by the sea is still alive and well. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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News Bites

—Compiled by David Zimmerle

Props, Recognitions and Morsels of Info

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On September 8 Cadet Conor Mulligan, a 2007 San Clemente High School graduate who is currently attending SDSU, was officially sworn in to the Air Force ROTC program at the San Diego Padres game. After completing four weeks of field training in Alabama last summer, Mulligan enters the Professional Officer Course for the San Diego State ROTC Detachment 075. The oath secures Mulligan’s promise to dedicate himself to the U.S. Air Force and continue his last two years of ROTC before contracting as 2nd Lieutenant in Spring 2013. u

u The 20th Annual Taste of San Clemente will be held at Talega Golf Club on Friday, November 5, and is sponsored by The Toll Roads, Rod’s Tree Service and CR&R. Participants include: Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn, Akioni’s Catering, Antoine’s Café, Bad to the Bone BBQ, Beach Garden Café, Board and Brew, Bob’s Fine Wine, Buono Pizza & Pasta, Café Mimosa, Chickfil-A, Crispin, Chloette Winery, Costco Wholesale, Crispin, Dad’s Liquor & Deli, Donna B’s Cookies & Cakes, Dukes, Enne Cucina Italiana, Farm Fresh to You, Heritage Grill, Humphry’s Sandwich Shop, Italian Cravings, Jeff the Silent Chef, Ketel One Vodka, Korbel, La Cocina De Ricardo, La Siesta Restaurant, OC Tavern, Panera Bread, Peet’s Coffee & Tea, Pizza Port Brewing Co., Pretzel Crisps, Red Fox Lounge, Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria, Smokey House of BBQ, Sonny’s Pizza & Pasta, Sundried Tomato, Tommy’s Restaurant and Z Pizza. The Taste will include dancing under the stars to the fabulous Corvettes featuring the original keyboardist for Sha Na Na. The event begins at 6 p.m. and concludes at 10 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person and includes food, wine, entertainment and valet parking. Get your tickets early as no tickets will be available for sale at the door. For more information, contact the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce at 949.492.1131 or visit www.scchamber.com.

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In You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Charles M. Schulz’s immortal Peanuts characters try to define the meaning of happiness. Their answers range from “catching a firefly” to “two kinds of ice cream.” I would add another definition to that list: Happiness is the Cabrillo Playhouse’s excellent production of this light-hearted and adorable musical. In his directorial debut at the Cabrillo Playhouse, Michael Wallot recreates the production he staged in 2006 for the Camino Real Playhouse in San Juan Capistrano. Wallot, whose work I hope to see more of in the future, takes You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown back to its Off-Broadway roots by making fine use of an intimate theatre space. Wonderfully designed by Anthony Yuro, the walls are lined with Schulz-esque rudimentary paintings of clouds and trees and the only stationary set pieces are a bench, a small piano and a big red doghouse. The simplicity of the staging evokes child-like innocence without distracting the eye, allowing Wallot’s stellar cast to shine as they bring to life the oh-so-grown-up problems of those precocious Peanuts characters. Framed by the conceit that the audience is witnessing an average day in the lives of Charlie Brown and his friends, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown consists of quick-takes and sketches interpolated with songs. Drawn straight from the Peanuts comic strip, we get illustrations of complex subjects like depression, philosophy, psychoanalysis, shattered dreams and love as interpreted by children no older than six. Audiences are also treated to such iconic scenes as Snoopy battling the Red Baron, Lucy providing psychiatric consultations, Schroeder playing the piano and Charlie Brown attempting to fly a kite. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown does not pretend to be a brilliant piece of musical theatre nor does it intend to be anything other than what it is. Simply put, it is a cute little musical that aims to bring theatre audiences of all ages a bit of happiness and nostalgia. The mark of a successful musical comedy, whether it is actually good or not, is its ability to keep a smile on your face from beginning to end. From the opening notes of the overture to the reprises during final bows, a smile did not once leave my face. The cast and crew of the Cabrillo’s latest production have mounted a show that you will not want to miss. The show’s final runs is October 21-23 with showtime at 8 p.m. And the final presentation of You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown will be Sunday, Oct. 24 with showtime at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $15 to $25 and can be purchased at the box office from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Saturday during the show run. More information is available at 949.492.0465 or www.cabrilloplayhouse.org. —Roberto Hernandez u

The Toll Roads recently announced that now through November 7, they are offering a $30 toll credit to customers who open a new FasTrak® account. Thirty dollars in tolls equals up to 15 trips on the 241 Toll Road from Rancho Santa Margarita to Irvine. Or, up to eight trips on the 73 Toll Road from San Juan Capistrano to Costa Mesa. Both trips take about 15 minutes. “This special offer is great for people who may have wanted to try FasTrak but were hesitant to convert from cash,” Joyce Hill, deputy director of Customer Service for The Toll Roads said in a statement. “Giving new customers a few free trips is our way of thanking them for paying with FasTrak. The more they drive, the more money they save and the more they will love the time they save.” FasTrak lets customers drive every toll road and bridge in California without stopping to pay a toll; tolls are automatically deducted from their pre-paid accounts. FasTrak drivers save money at every pay point on The Toll Roads, usually $.25 to $.75 compared to the cash toll. Those savings top $100 or more a year for the average user. More information is available at 949.697.3338.

Best Traditional—708 Calle Contenta. Courtesy photo

The 4th Annual Fall Front Yard Garden Contest Winners were announced at last week’s annual plant sale. A committee of judges comprised of San Clemente Garden Club members selected winning gardens in six categories, three honorable-mention gardens, and one commercial garden recognition all from San Clemente. Each of the six winners will receive a gift certificate to Shore Gardens. The winners are as follows: Best Native Garden Design—233 Avenida Esplanade; owner is Erika Wehrle; exceptional contemporary native garden; design by Lisa Goff of Habitat Designs. Outstanding Creative Design—1801 Calle Leticia; owner is Hans Dehli; unique and artistic drought-tolerant; water-wise design; created by owner. Best Cottage Garden—117 W. Paseo de Cristobal; charming colorful cottage garden. Plant Collector’s Garden—134 Barcelona; owners are Charlene and Bob Berends; appealing eclectic mix of plants with profuse colorful blooms. Best Terraced Garden—26 Calle Mattis; owners are Danielle Davis and Scott Morrow; distinctive design utilizing tiered hardscape. Best Traditional—708 Calle Contenta; owners are Ray and Marcia Fulcher; aesthetically appealing design utilizing three arches. Honorable Mention—1204 Ola Vista; owner is Joanne Forster; impressive drought-tolerant landscape; 337 Avenida Vaquero; owners are Kathy and Ron Lawyer; abundant blend of atypical tropical plants; 2313 Calle Las Palmas; owners are the Hernandez family; a very lovely cottage garden tended by two generations. Commercial Recognition—La Casa Verde de Granada; 130 Avenida Granada; owners are Jim and Ellen Bodas; resplendent array of vibrant succulents. u

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u Shorecliffs Middle School is hosting a “California Dreamin’” fundraiser for new school computers, field trips and other academic items. The event is set for Saturday, October 23 at Irons in the Fire, 150 E. Magdalena, from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. This will be a fun and casual evening with food, drinks, music, silent and live auctions. More information is available from Shauna Hull at hullivan@aol.com or 949.498.1545, or by visiting www.shorecliffsfoundation.org.

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San Clemente Times, Vol. 5, Issue 42. The SC Times (www.sanclementetimes.com ) is published weekly by Picket Fence Media, publishers of the DP Times (www.danapointtimes.com) and The Capistrano Dispatch (www.thecapistranodispatch.com). Copyright: No articles, illustrations, photographs, or other editorial matter or advertisements herein may be reproduced without written permission of the publisher. The publisher assumes no responsibility for return of unsolicited manuscripts, art, photos or negatives. Copyright 2010. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA.

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PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the San Clemente Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@sanclementetimes.com.

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> Michele Reddick (San Clemente)

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student who is the youngest open-wheel National Champion, and mentioned in international magazines as one of the top American hopes as a potential Formula One driver. All right here in San Clemente. How did the IndyCar decision go for the exclusive 2012 chassis contract? At a press conference at the Indianapolis Museum of Art., Dallara Automobili S.p.A., with headquarters in Parma, Italy, was selected, a company that invested $7 million for a new US manufacturing facility in Speedway, Ind. As a bonus, it was also announced that the first 28 cars sold to Indiana-based teams will arrive for $150,000 less than their sticker price, courtesy of a tax incentive from the state. FYI: Initial contracts for chassis and aerodynamic kits should be worth over $12 Million to Dallara (and will benefit Speedway, and Indiana). Just a few rhetorical economic development questions: With high California unemployment, shouldn’t we all be doing what is possible and necessary to keep and create jobs (especially high technology jobs) in our backyard? With state funds available via ETP (Employee Training Program) to preserve or generate manufacturing jobs in California, did we, as a community, assist Swift Engineering to make them aware that they might be able to take advantage of such programs? Were we fully aware that a technology company based in San Clemente was competing for a significant contract against another state, and did we (as a state, county and city) offer to assist them in every way possible? Will the selection influence manufacturing businesses to uproot and move their businesses “closer to the action” to gain an edge to be competitive? What can we offer to assist Swift Engineering in any way to help them bring future business and jobs here? Are there other companies that we as a community should be learning more about and outreaching to? (As an example: We lost Carrillo; that manufacturing company already relocated to another community). Are there positive strategies to be learned that will help the city of San Clemente bring specific businesses or industries here? With certainty, part of each answer will include the recommendation about better communications and closer cooperation amongst business and community leaders in the future. Lou Leto is a results-driven professional who uses strategic planning and business development methods, combining a solid marketing and sales management background in building brand, enhancing product and organizational image, and guiding teams to achieve set goals. Lou has successfully utilized these skills while pioneering American-made products into 45 countries. He continues to apply the same expertise to help companies and mentor individuals that seek to grow to the next level.

Associate Publisher > Lauralyn Loynes

Sales Associates Angela Edwards, Buddy Purel

GUEST OPINION: By Lou Leto

e have all heard from business leaders and community members that talk about how the City of San Clemente can become a Technology Center. Since any economic development action for San Clemente would include strategies to enhance current businesses, we might want to learn more about local companies that we are fortunate to have here now. Lou Leto While attending a motorsports panel, I heard Chris Norris, Chief Design Engineer for Swift Engineering Inc., offer Swift’s ideas of the future of racing from a manufacturer perspective. The Motor Press Guild audience consisted of professional automotive journalists, editors, and photographers, representing all forms of media, along with members of the public relations staffs of automobile manufacturers. It was an interesting day for Swift Engineering, as they sat on the bubble waiting to learn if they were to be selected from five candidates competing in a months-long, high-visibility bidding process conducted by the Indy Racing League to be the next exclusive chassis supplier for all IndyCar teams. The long-waited decision and announcement by the IRL was to occur the following day. Chris looked cool and collected as he talked about Swift Engineering. “While racing is important, the diversity of the Swift business is split into a third, a third and a third: defense contracts and developing/making components or offering engineering services to other companies are the other two thirds.” I arranged for a tour of Swift, a long-term business located in the Rancho San Clemente Industrial Park. Swift develops highly engineered items, manufactured/fabricated from composites (including carbon fiber), magnesium, and aluminum. Their engineering staff is busy manipulating designs, using the very latest CAD technology, for recognizable international businesses and defense contractors for some highly sophisticated projects on wheels, in the air, and on the water. Some of the military aircraft projects require top security measures, with areas of the facility off-limits to tour. Computer-controlled autoclaves process some very largescale carbon fiber components. Huge temperature-controlled storage areas contain very sophisticated, state-of-the-art material. Their two in-house Cray supercomputers rapidly calculate analysis for computational fluid dynamics. Their wind tunnel is busy not just for their own development and evaluation of aerodynamic or chassis measurements; manufacturers from around the globe come for weeks to analyze and finesse their own chassis, bodywork and wing configurations. Swift Engineering is also a good corporate citizen, recognizing their responsibility to the community, offering internships to engineering students to encourage their career development through real-time experience. Swift Engineering racing chassis prototypes have been offered for display to support the San Clemente High School Car Show, and the San Clemente Car Show produced by the DBA. In an indirect way, they support and encourage Connor DePhillippi, our San Clemente High School

Business Operations Manager > Alyssa Garrett

> Sergio Sanchez (San Juan Capistrano)

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SPECIAL THANKS Robert Miller, George Mackin, Rebecca Nordquist CONTRIBUTORS Megan Bianco, Tawnee Prazak, Christina Scannapiego

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

Wayne’s World

he face of San Clemente politics will be quite different following the upcoming November elections in two weeks—after serving three terms on City Council, G. Wayne Eggleston decided not to run for re-election. Come December, Wayne will trade in his public persona to spend more time with his 37 1/2-pound cat, Buster, Norb Garrett focus on special projects and enjoy life. “I am not a career politician,” said Wayne, who moved to San Clemente in 1984, first ran for City Council in 1998 and has made a name for himself in the community as an advocate for historic preservation and measured growth. “I’m proud of my time on City Council.” Now, choosing to enter public service isn’t something someone should do without great consideration, and Wayne has heard his fair share of cheers and jeers. With a stipend of $400 per month and homework and events that—according to Wayne—requires up to 20 hours a week of time, one could argue that serving on City Council isn’t worth the trouble. Wayne has been in the middle of some sharply divided discussions--Casa Romantica, Pacific Golf, Shorecliffs, North Beach—and proudly defends his voting record. “I have not wavered in 12 years,” Wayne said. “I’ve done my very best to preserve the history of this community, the heritage of it, the historic buildings, the small-town atmosphere.” Among his most proud accomplishments are the preservation of Casa Romantica (which at one time was targeted for life as a Mexican restaurant) and the creation of the Marine Corps monument at Park Semper Fi overlooking the San Clemente Pier. I, for one, have appreciated his professionalism in dealing with the media no matter what the circumstance. And, despite personally not always agreeing with his decisions or positions on issues, I appreciate his service to the community. So Wayne, enjoy your time with Buster. I’m sure we haven’t heard the last from you. www.sanclementetimes.com

GETTING OUT

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

SC S a n C le m e n te

The List

A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and around town this week. Compiled by Tawnee Prazak

thursday21 forecast: few showers • high: 61° low: 55°

Diamond Tom

6 p.m.-9 p.m. Hits of Neil Diamond at Adele’s. 2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente, 949.366.1121, www.adelesatthesanclementeinn.com.

Go See Do

Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the country. This year’s them, “Don’t Let Drugs Blur Your Vision,” will be celebrated October 25-31 and the City of San Clemente will hold its annual parade on Monday, Oct. 25 at 4 p.m. downtown on Avenida Del Mar. Honorary guests this year include the Exchange Club of San Clemente. Courtesy of Leonor Thomas Those who wish to participate in the parade are asked to line up in the alley between Avenida Del Mar and Cabrillo behind Baskin Robbins. The line-up begins promptly at 3:15 p.m. Complimentary balloons will be provided by SC Balloons. A ceremony, awards and entertainment will follow in the Community Center auditorium.

Riverbench Vineyards Wine Tasting

5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Laura Mohseni of Riverbench Vineyards who has promised to bring some winery-only, new releases. She will be raffling off a few bottles. Tasting fee is $15 for seven wines with cheese, crackers & chocolate. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

Piano Bar

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live piano with Elliot every Friday and Saturday at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

Groove Lounge

9 p.m. Dance while great DJs spin hit music at OC Tavern. Free. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

Cameron Brown Scholarship Concert I Loved Lucy 7 p.m. Concert in SCHS’s Triton Center featuring performances by vocal arts students; in honor of former student Cameron Brown. Proceeds go to a scholarship for a vocal arts student. 700 Avenida Pico, San Clemente, 949.492.4165, www.sctritons.com.

Joan Osborne

8 p.m. Popular female artist performs at The Coach House. Tickets $25. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

Hulaville Open Mic Night

6 p.m.-8 p.m. Hulaville invites all musicians, along with singers and hula dancers, to step up and showcase your talents for an appreciative audience. Every Thursday. 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com.

Nathan James

9 p.m. Back-porch blues at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

friday22 forecast: partly cloudy • high: 61° low: 53°

Ocean Adventure Cruise

4 p.m.-6 p.m. Search for blue whales any day of the week with Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching. Tickets $29. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

A Night for African Education

6:30 p.m. Dinner, dancing, auctions, artwork, presentations and more to support solutions to global poverty at Andrei’s Restaurant. 2607 Main St., Irvine, kriskrop@cox.net, www.ieftz.org.

Haunt at Heritage Hill

5:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Family-fun evening of ghostly entertainment featuring a haunted house, mazes, music and screenings of classic scary movies at Heritage Hill in Lake Forest. 25151 Serrano Road, Lake Forest, 949.923.2230, www.ocparks.com/heritagehill.

Jumping Jack Flash

8 p.m.-11 p.m. Ultimate tribute to the Rolling Stones at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com. www.sanclementetimes.com

8 p.m. A story of Lucille Ball’s life told by one of her closest friends at the Laguna Playhouse. $30-$45. 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.497.2787, www.lagunaplayhouse.com.

saturday23 forecast: partly cloudy • high: 63° low: 52°

Fall Judged Art Show

Children’s Dance Clinic

8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. SCHS Dance Team holds its fall Dance Clinic titled “Step up ‘n’ Dance” for kids to learn dance moves and routines. $40 registration; includes T-shirt and snack. Ages 5 to fifth grade. 700 Avenida Pico, San Clemente, www.schsdance.org.

Doheny State Beach Haunted Campground

6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Doheny transforms a section of the campground into a spooky area, with an array of educational booths, arts and crafts, a Fun Zone and other fun activities. Free admission, but a donation of one non-perishable food item per person is greatly appreciated. Dress up! Doheny State Beach, Dana Point, www.danapoint.org.

California Dreamin Fundraiser

6:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Shorecliffs school hosts a fundraiser at Irons in the Fire to raise money for academics, technology, field trips, etc., to benefit students. Casual event with food, drinks, music, silent and live auctions and more. Tickets $75. 150 E. Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.498.1545, www.shorecliffsfoundation.org.

You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown 8 p.m. Charlie Brown and the gang come to life at Cabrillo Playhouse. Performances through Oct. 24. Tickets $15-$25. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 949.492.0465, www.cabrilloplayhouse.org.

Red Ribbon Week Parade Red Ribbon Week serves as a vehicle for communities and individuals to take a stand for the hopes and dreams of our children through a commitment to drug prevention and education and a personal commitment to live drug free lives with the ultimate goal being the creation of drug-free America. And perhaps more importantly, Red Ribbon Week commemorates the ultimate sacrifice made by DEA Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, who died at the hands of drug traffickers in Mexico while fighting the battle against illegal drugs. For more information on Red Ribbon Week events in San Clemente, contact Janet Dunford, OCSD, at 949.361.8386 or dunfordj@san-clemente.org. —DZ

Hoptoberfest

12 p.m.-10 p.m. Beer festival at Pizza Port. $30 entry gets you lots of good stuff. 301 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.940.0005, www.pizzaport.com.

Karaoke

9 p.m. El Mariachi Restaurant hosts Karaoke Night in English and Spanish every Friday and Saturday. 1925 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.369.5111.

Judy Collins

8 p.m. Female folk icon at The Coach House. Tickets $39.50. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

The Woman In Black

8 p.m. Camino Real Playhouse presents a ghostly play just in time for Halloween. Shows through Oct. 31. Tickets $18. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.caminorealplayhouse.org.

sunday24 forecast: mostly sunny • high: 69° low: 55°

San Clemente Farmers Market

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh produce, flowers and more every Sunday along Avenida Del Mar. Rain or shine.

Hunger Walk

1 p.m. Family Assistance Ministries presents a benefit 5K walk to raise funds for local families in need; held at the SC Community Center. 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.492.8477, www.san-clemente.org.

Dia de los Muertos - Day of the Dead

12 p.m.-5 p.m. Annual “Celebration of Life and Family” with dance performances, live music, activities, displays and much more. 31495 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.1752, www.ocpl.org.

Jazz Brunch

11 a.m.-3 p.m. Live music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

Spookathon Dance Party

4 p.m.-7 p.m. Costume and dance party for kids age 2-12 at Casino San Clemente. Prizes, dancing, $3 dinner and snacks. Free to attend. 140 W. Avenida Pico, San Clemente.

Ukulele Night at Hulaville

5 p.m.-8 p.m. Bring your Ukulele or just come and sing along. Every Sunday. 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com.

Danman’s Kid’s Concert

5 p.m.-8 p.m. Special performance at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

Dave Bromberg

8 p.m. Roots music at The Coach House. Tickets $25. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com. (Cont. on page 23) October 21–27, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 21

GETTING OUT

SC Times Restaurant Spotlight

By Madi Swayne

El Maguey Express

RATE IT!

31952 Del Obispo #110, San Juan Capistrano, 949.248.2457

Have you eaten at this restaurant?

BEST KNOWN FOR: Lengua, carne asada and carnitas tacos MOST POPULAR ITEM: Roast chicken served with beans, rice and tortillas Since 1986, El Maguey Express has been serving up breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the week. El Maguey Express, the smaller, quicker version of El Maguey (also in San Juan Capistrano), offers up a similar menu that features over a dozen varieties of tacos, among the many other authentic Mexican menu items. The tacos are served with fresh onions, cilantro and green salsa on top, and the most popular varieties include lengua (beef tongue), carne asada and carnitas. El Maguey Express offers everything a la carte, but also in larger family-sized quantities. The handmade tamales are sold by the dozen and can be ordered in advance and all of the meats can also be ordered by the pound. El Maguey Express serves breakfast all day including the popular machaca and eggs, as well as handmade chilaquiles. Everything is made on-site including the drinks. Aguas Frescas that include Jamaica, Tamarindo and Horchata are made fresh everyday and so is the champurrado—a thickened hot chocolate spiced with anise and piloncillo (Mexican brown sugar)—a perfect treat in this cold and rainy winter weather.

El Maguey Express regular Rogelio keeps coming back for the chicken burrito. Photo by Madi Swayne

PRICE RANGE: $.92-$12.98 RESERVATIONS: Not necessary

PAYMENT: Cash, credit card HOURS: 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m. every day

Go to www.sanclementetimes.com and rate your overall experience. We’ll post the results in next week’s issue of the SC Times.

Last week online voters gave

KoKoMo’s Pizza

½ 33495 Del Obispo, Dana Point, 949.488.0404 (Rated on a scale of 1–5 stars)

ABOUT OUR REVIEWS: In each issue we’ll highlight universally critical points including “Most Popular Dish,” “Best Known For” and “Price Range.” But most importantly, we’re inviting you to participate each week and rate the restaurant based on your experiences. Go to www.sanclementetimes.com and under “Restaurant Guide” rate it from 1 to 5 then share your thoughts on the SC Times forums. (Cont. from page 21)

monday25 forecast: mostly cloudy • high: 69° low: 55°

RED RIBBON PARADE

4 p.m. Annual “Say No To Drugs” event for children and families featuring a parade, demonstrations and guest speakers starting at the top of Del Mar and concluding in the parking lot of the Library/Community Center. Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.361.8386, www.san-clemente.org.

$5 MONDAYS

5 p.m.-8 p.m. Join SC Wine Company for happy hour featuring three wines for $5, glasses of selected wines for $5 and mugs of beer from $5 & up! 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

SMOKEY KARAOKE

8 p.m. Sing fearlessly behind a cloud of smoke at BeachFire and enjoy Mojito Monday. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

GREG DE YONG

CHERYL SILVERSTEIN & JOHN PAUL KEENE 7:30 p.m. Female vocalist and pianist duo at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

wednesday27 forecast: sunny • high: 70° low: 51°

HAUNTED TALES: SEA TALES HALLOWEEN EDITION

9:45 a.m. Children will create their own spooky sea monster and take home a museum tote bag filled with tricks and treats. Newport Harbor Nautical Museum/ExplorOcean and South Coast Repertory. $3-$5. 600 East Bay Avenue, Newport Beach, 949.675.8915, www.nhnm.org.

OKTOBERFEST BEER THROWDOWN: STONE BREWERY VS WINE WAREHOUSE

5:30 p.m.- 8 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company hosts its first Oktoberfest Throwdown, pitting two beer distributors against each other. Tasting fee is $15 for 8 beers, plus tasty treats! 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar; 949.429.7067; www.scwinecompany.com.

7:30 p.m.-close. Live music at Mahe. 24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.240.6243, www.eatatmahe.com.

DOS LOCOS

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ILLUSION AND FONDUE FUSION

forecast: sunny • high: 69° low: 53°

NIXON IN SAN CLEMENTE: THE WESTERN WHITE HOUSE YEARS

11 a.m.-4 p.m. Casa Romantica presents an exhibit featuring President Nixon memorabilia, stories, displays and much more. Runs through Nov. 2. $7 adults, $6 members, kids free. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. 5 p.m. Magicians stroll through the Melting Pot doing tricks during dinner. Features raffles, prizes and more. 647 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, 949.661.1966, www.meltingpot.com.

COMEDY NIGHT

9:30 p.m. New comics every week at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant, 21+ no cover. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 92672, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

BARRINGTON LEVY

2-FOR-1 TUESDAYS

8 p.m. Reggae icon performs at The Coach House. Tickets $25. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

COASTAL CRUISE DAY

UPCOMING: OCTOBER 28

Half price on all fishing trips, whale watching and other adventures at Dana Wharf every Tuesday. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com. 8 p.m. Swallow’s Inn presents a new Tuesday-night special featuring live music and more beachy fun. 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com.

COUNTRY DANCIN’

7:30 p.m. Live country music and dance lessons with the Kelly Boyz at OC Tavern. Cover $5 before 9 p.m. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

BEN POWELL

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. www.sanclementetimes.com

WHEN THE PRESIDENT CAME TO TOWN

7 p.m. Casa Romantica presents a special town hall-type panel discussion in conjunction with its “Nixon in San Clemente” exhibition. General admission $7, members $6. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

*For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.sanclementetimes.com. Have an event? Send your listing to events@sanclementetimes.com

ON STAGE

Traditional Man Grammy ﬁnalist David Bromberg to play at The Coach House

avid Bromberg, a master practitioner of folk, blues, bluegrass and other musical genres, brings his quartet to the Coach House on Sunday, October 24. Originally a “musthave” session man for everyone from Bob Dylan to Jay & the Americans, and subsequently a hard-touring bandleader and recording artist with an enthusiastic followCourtesy photo ing, Bromberg gradually phased himself out of the continual record-tour-record cycle in 1980 and decided to attend and graduate from the Kenneth Warren School of Violin Making. He continued to make the rounds and perform across the country and overseas and then decided it was time to record again. 2007’s Try Me One More Time—his newest CD in almost two decades—is ﬁlled with undiluted David: One man, one acoustic guitar, and a repertoire of mostly traditional material. We caught up with the artist to see what the audience gets to look forward to at the upcoming show. Have you performed at The Coach House in the past? No, but I’ve played so many shows over the years that it’s possible. What kind of set will the audience be in store for at The Coach House? I will be with my quartet, which includes myself, Robert Amiot, Mitch Corbin and new to the group, Nate Gower, who has replaced longtime band member Jeff Wisor, who is retiring after 29 years with me. I have never planned a set in my life so we usually decide just before we go on which song we’ll start with and then go from there. Sets are usually around 90 minutes. Are you working on any new material at the moment? Interestingly, yes. I am working on a new CD entitled Use Me. I’ve asked a number of my friends in the business to write songs for me and then produce them. I have been working with Los Lobos, Tim O’Brien, Dr. John, John Hiatt and so on. I’ve done a lot of session work with many artists over the years and am calling on some of them now to help on this. Since this is the only planned California show, get your tickets early, as they will go fast. Doors open at 5 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at The Coach House or online at www.thecoachhouse.com. For more information call 949.496.8930. SC —A.J. Bardzilowski October 21–27, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 23

SC LIVING

PROFILES OF OUR COMMUNITY

SUDOKU by Myles Mellor Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9X9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3X3 squares. To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium Last week’s solution:

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Drag Show Boosting Business Adele’s Café adds drag queens to dinner-show lineup By Christina Scannapiego and Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

he dining room at Adele’s looks like any other family-style restaurant with the classic Americana café touches—a United States flag at the entrance, floral draperies on the windows and an array of dinerstyle booths and tables scattered throughout. Even the crowd looks very “run of the mill”—a mix of gender and age, couples and singles—everything appears rather ordinary. That is until the music starts pumping and a mirrored disco ball sends sparkling flecks of prismatic light spinning around the walls, floor and ceiling and an emcee takes the stage wearing a mile-high violet wig, theatrical makeup and a beautiful gown bedazzled with sequins and feathers. The crowd goes wild with applause. This is going to be some kind of show—a glamorous, curious, gender-bending drag queen show—where the entertainers are men and their performances are over-the-top impersonations of women. The regulars are readying their stacks of $1 bills preparing to tip the “ladies” in appreciation for their dazzling—and at times risqué—comedy, song and dance numbers. When Adele Lux opened her second diner location at the San Clemente Inn on Avenida Del Presidente in 2006, a live entertainment permit only added to the draw of her already-

Lady V emcees the new drag dinner-show at Adele’s Café. Photo by Andrea Swayne

Adele Lux, owner of Adele’s Café, takes the stage to thank the cast at the end of a recent show. Photo by Andrea Swayne

famous breakfast, lunch and dinner menu. But aside from live bands and parties, Luxe has added this new flavor to her menu—one that San Clemente might not be accustomed to. Although the idea of drag certainly isn’t new—many of Shakepeare’s characters imitate or disguise themselves as the opposite sex, male Japanese actors have played female

Sparkle Stone performs a number loosely based on the musical Hairspray. Photo by Andrea Swayne

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roles for hundreds of years and drag queens now appear in TV shows such as Project Runway and Sex and the City—the notion of it as a customer draw hasn’t exactly been on the front burner of San Clemente business owners’ minds, until now. Lux said she started checking out drag shows in LA for ideas for live entertainment and thought, “Why don’t I have something like this? We have all kinds of music, so why not a drag show?” A bartender at Adele’s had introduced Lux to Lady V (The “V” is short for a term often used by Oprah Winfrey as a nickname for a certain part of the female anatomy), Lux’s now-emcee for Adele’s drag dinner show. It was Lady V and drag queen Mozie Pornwood who approached Lux with the drag-and-dinner-show and now they, along with three other regulars—Sparkle Stone, Holly Day and Psycadella Facade— perform every other Saturday. “One thing led to another,” Lux said. By the second show, her place was standingroom-only, with customers ranging room 18 and 91 years old. “Every single person in here had a smile on their face,” Luxe said. “Most of our audience is actually straight.” That’s counter to the drag show tradition, which in the past catered to the gay community for the most part. “I expected nothing,” agreed Lady V of

her anticipation before the first show. “Because Orange County is so red. At first we kept the show safe because of all the Republicans. Then, after every show I’d ask the crowd what they wanted more of, and the answer was unanimous: ‘Raunchy! Next time make it raunchier!’” “It’s just a fun show,” exclaimed Jay Deards, a San Clemente father of three who attended a recent performance with his wife, Olivia. “It’s so freaking awesome! The girls rock,” said Kelley Peeden, a San Juan Capistrano resident also in attendance. Performers put their hearts and soul into the show. Sparkle Stone (who’s also a yoga and Pilates teacher) likens her act to that of a clown—lots of makeup, costumes, wigs and entertainment. Their job is to make people laugh. Mozie, although relatively new to the gig, has spent $200 in makeup, $300 in wigs and more than $500 on her wardrobe—which evokes a retro ’60s Twiggy-meets-Star-Trekmeets-the-B52s look. Some performers’ costume wardrobe values reach into the thousands. The ladies choreograph and mix their routines and music and some of them, like Miss Holly Day—very talented with a sewing machine—hand-make many of their elaborate costumes. The effort pays off. The show has already gained so much popularity around town that starting in November, Lux will make it a weekly event. On October 30, the show becomes a Halloween occasion and no one will be allowed into the over-18 event without a costume. But it isn’t all fun and games. In fact, Lady V calls herself a “fundraising drag queen activist.” She and Mihalek sell raffle tickets, hold drink specials and do other things to raise donations for many causes they believe in. “We enjoy raising money for the community at our shows—not just for the gay community but for everyone,” Lady V said. “We held a fundraiser for autism research at a recent show.” As an emcee, she speaks against hate crimes and for equality between her comedic outbursts. “Tonight there are no Republicans, no Democrats, no Independents, no one is straight, transgendered, bisexual or gay,” Lady V reminded the crowd, as she does at every show. “We’re just people having fun and it’s important not to judge.” Lux echoed that sentiment. “It’s a night for everyone to put their guard down, enjoy the food, drink a few beers and have a good time,” she said. “No judgment.” SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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JAMES A. SUTTON January 30, 1932 – October 5, 2010 James Alfred Sutton, 78, died October 5, 2010 in Lake Havasu City, AZ. He was born on January 30, 1932 in Fayetteville, Arkansas to Charlie and Eula Sutton. Jim fought hard against prostate cancer for 18 years, always maintaining an inspiring attitude. He was a dedicated family man and was blessed with a loving family. Jim is survived by his wife of 50 years, Juana Lupe (Gallardo) Sutton. Jim is also survived by 5 children including Mark 55 of Santa Barbara California, Christy 52 of Santa Cruz California, Ross 49 and his wife Kristi, Jim II 48 and his wife Nancy, both of Sun Valley Idaho and Gary 47 of Maui, Hawaii. In addition he has 9 grandchildren. Jim and Lupe resided part time in Lake Havasu City since 1970, although they made Lake Havasu City their primary residence since 2003. Prior to moving to Idaho, Jim and Lupe raised their family in Mesa Verde in Costa Mesa and on Beach Road in Capistrano Beach California. Jim was a car dealer since 1951 opening his first car lot in Southgate with additional dealerships in Orange County; and most recently Sutton & Sons Auto Center in Hailey, Idaho. A celebration of Jim’s life will be held at the Refuge Country Club in Lake Havasu City, Arizona on Saturday, December 4, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. Mailing addresses, as well as thoughts, memories and condolences may be submitted on line at www.lakehavasumorturary. com.

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GARAGE SALE Huge garage sale. Friday and Saturday, October 22 & 23 l0:00a.m to 3:00 p.m. Bedroom furniture and dining room furniture, toys, clothing and many household items plus CD’s and records. 2902 Calle Gaucho-San Clemente in The Coast. GARAGE SALE Sat. OCT. 23 - 7 AM to 12 NOON 21+ Families have donated clothing, household goods, furniture, etc. to raise money for the National Charity League. 33061 Esther Court, DANA POINT, (cross-streets Golden Lantern & Priscilla) GARAGE SALE - SATURDAY October 23, 8AM to 12PM. Tools (metal working, wood working and mechanical), furniture, household items, some collectibles, clothes etc. 815 Calle Mendoza, San Clemente GARAGE SALE SAT. OCT. 23, 2010, 8AM TO 3 PM @ 34801 Calle Loma, Capistrano Beach, Ca. Located 1 block up from Pines Park. Items include: plumbing tools, pipe cutter and threader, excersize equipment, cloths, tools, misc. Items. Huge Moving/Estate Sale Enormous Talega Estate Sale starts 7:30am, Friday Oct. 22nd-Sunday Oct. 24th at 11 Via Andaremos San Clemente, CA x street Tierra Grande. Tons of great treasures-All Beautiful like new and brand new. Designer furniture-Full 6 pc. Bedroom set with detailed carved wood, Full 4 pc. Bedroom set, Dining Room set-106” table, 2 18” leaves, 8 upholstered chairs & 2 pc. china cabinet with detailed carved wood, 4 pc. coffee table set, 3 pc. detailed carved wood & glass table set, Big Screen TV, SubZero Wine cooler & other electronics, tons of home decor & accessories, plants, decorative vines, full dish sets, pans, kitchen appliances, fine linens, designer men’s, women’s & teen clothing. Christmas decorations. Book sets and DVD’s. Also, 2007 Suzuki Quad, new and like new safety gear, gear bags, helmets, boots etc. Endurance Treadmill, Vectra 1850 & Vectra AL gym set, golf clubs, lots of tools & garage items, Dewalt Pressure Washer 3750 PSI-4.0 GPM, garden accessories, yard tools and much much more....

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ACUPUNCTURE Clemente Acupuncture acudoc333@aol.com

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Appliances South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

Appliances Services & Repairs ASAP Appliance Service 949.361.7713 3200 Legendario, www.asapapplianceservice.com

ART GALLERIES San Clemente Art Association 949.492.7175 100 N. Calle Seville, www.scartgallery.com

Mac & Madi 949.366.6226 203 Avenida Del Mar, www.macandmadi.com

CHIROPRACTORS Dr. R. Tyler Johnson DC, Chiropractic Center 1401 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 103, 949.498.6440 www.chiropracticcenteronline.com

Commercial Real Estate Doug Echelberger First Team Real Estate 949.498.7711 407 W. El Camino Real, www.echelberger.com

COMMERCIAL/TENANT IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTOR Garrison Property Services, Inc. Lic. # B609809, marc01@cox.net

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Attorneys The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com Serrate Law 949.429.8107 630 S. El Camino Real, Ste. A, serrate@cox.net

Auto Wrecking San Clemente Auto Wrecking & Repair Shop 1520 Avenida de la Estrella, Ste. B, 949.492.6121 www.sanclementeautowrecking.com

BABY & CHILDREN’S GEAR OC Tykes 949.429.1714 201 N. El Camino Real, www.octykes.com

San Clemente Computer & Network Services daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 Sano Computers 949.492.2179 www.sanocomputers.com Solution Tek-nologies 949.400.0080 San Clemente, www.solutiontek-nologies.com

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B Construction 949.481.8444 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.bconstruction.net Bankruptcy Attorneys The Cooper Company General Contractor 949.361.2538 The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 License #B 638754, www.biffcooperconstruction.com 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com Dunham Construction, Inc. 949.492.7100 Beauty Supply License #450880, www.dunhamconstruction.net Hutton Construction 949.492.2808 Del Mar Beauty Supply 949.492.8180 www.brucehuttonconstruction.com 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste D, www.delmarbeauty.com

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Blinds San Clemente Window Fashions www.sc-wf.com

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Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G -105, Mantels www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com Mostly Mantels 949.498.8778 114 Calle de Los Molinos, Ste. C, FURNITURE www.mostlymantels.com South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 Massage Therapy 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com Body Therapy/Healing 949.683.2033 San Clemente, www.cfrpassion.com GRAPHIC DESIGN C’Siren Day Spa 949.498.7700 Images/Creative Solutions 949.366.2488 312 Avenida De La Estrella 2927 Via San Gorgoinio, Ste. 100, www.imgs.com

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HAIR SALONS Kreative Hair Design 949.498.6245 173 Avenida Serra

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All Season Air 949.579.0741 allseasonair@gmail.com, www.allseasonair.net Oasis Heating & Air 949.420.1321 31648 Rancho Viejo Rd. Ste. A, www.oasisair.com

South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

HOME IMPROVEMENT Custom Carpentry, Concrete Framing & Finish Ike Soffes 949.363.3087

HOME LOANS Coldwell Banker Home Loans - 949.307.7982 nmls#261832. Tom Fashing, Mortgage Advisor, tom.fashing@mortgagefamily.com

Jarvis Restoration -24/7 949.362.5388 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com

MOTORCYLE PARTS & SERVICE SC Rider Supply 949.388.0521 520 S. El Camino Real, www.scridersupply.com

MUSIC LESSONS Janet Poth - Violin & Viola 949.922.6388 413 Calle Pueblo, janpoth@aol.com

OFFICE FURNITURE South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

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San Clemente Optometry, David J. Nota, OD 224 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.2029 www.sanclementeoptometry.com David Miller - Wonderful Windows 949.369.7263 Seaside Eyecare 949.493.2269 www.wonderfulwindows.com 638 Camino De Los Mares, #A120, www.seasideeyecare.com

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Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net

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PAINTING KC Painting & Decorating

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The Home & Garden Stylist/ 949.218.8022 Dr. Alice P. Moran, DMD 949.361.4867 (GUMS) 1001 Avenida Pico, Ste. K, www.moranperio.com Vignettes of Refinement San Clemente, www.vignettesofrefinement.com PEST CONTROL Rooms With A View - One-Day Makeover Using Existing Furnishings 949.492.8566 Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 www.roomswithavu.com 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, Norma Mardian Interior Design 949.492.6271 www.freetermitereports.com www.nminteriordesign.com

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JewelerS

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Pet Grooming

VIP Pet Spa 949.492.7473 810 S. El Camino Real, www.vippetspa.com

Pet SITTING

Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 Paradise Jewelers 949.361.4367 San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net 949.492.3459 808 N. El Camino Real, www.paradisejewelers.com PAWS-itively Pet Care 949.683.2033 San Clemente

Estate Planning, Probate, Trust Lange & Minnott 1401 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 109

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Timothy C. Metcalf, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC www.wfadvisors.com/tim.metcalf 949.862.1250

Home Décor

CONCRETE Costa Verde Landscape License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com

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949.361.9656 Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 Costa Verde Landscape License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, www.costaverdelandscaping.com www.freetermitereports.com Greenscapes Landscape & Design 949.366.6564 Financial Advisor 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.greenscapesoc.com

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Pet Treasures 949.493.7297 653 Camino de los Mares, Suite 100, www.theyellowbone.com

PHARMACIES Sea View Pharmacy 949.496.0123 665 Camino De Los Mares #101, www.seaviewpharmacy.com

PHOTOGRAPHY Memories Of Me Photos wwwmemoriesofmephotos.com

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Starting at only $69! Special session with Santa outdoors by a real roaring fireplace! Includes a 15 minute session and all digital printable images are yours to keep on a cd, printed that day! Aprox. 100 images captured! Perfect as gifts or holiday cards. Book online - Nov. 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28, and Dec. 4, 5 www.memoriesofmephotos.com 949.361.0680

Salon Bleu 949.366.2060 VETERINARIANS 207 S. El Camino Real, www.scsalonbleu.com Sanctuary Salon & Spa 949.429.5802 Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital 949.429.1555 1041 Avenida Pico, Ste. B, www.sanctuarytalega.com 1242 Puerta Del Sol, www.pacificcoastveterinary.com

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949.498.9412

SECONDHAND THRIFT SHOP South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

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WATER DAMAGE Jarvis Restoration -24/7 949.362.5388 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com

Water Wise Irrigation Costa Verde Landscape License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com

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Aloha Beach Camp 949.481.7222 WAXING 647 Camino de los Mares, www.alohabeachcamp.net PIZZA Smooth Waxing 949.369.1307 418 N. El Camino Real #D, Surf Lessons Izza Neapolitan Pizzeria 949.248.4925 www.smoothwaxingsalon.com 376 Camino de Estrella, www.izzapizzeria.com Aloha Beach Camp 949.481.7222 WEBSITE DESIGN 647 Camino de los Mares, www.alohabeachcamp.net PLUMBING San Clemente Website Design 949.246.8345 SURF SCHOOLS www.sanclementewebsitedesign.com A to Z Leak Detection 949.499.4464 Remodel San Clemente Surf School 949.334.7649 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.atozleakdetection.com WINDOW CLEANING 949.212.5800 www.sanclementesurflessons.com Bill Metzger Plumbing 949.492.3558 Casa Verde Homes Bayside Window Cleaning 949.290.8230 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.billmetzgerplumbing.com License # B 906391, www.casaverdehomes.com TERMITES www.baysidewindowcleaning.com 949.496.1926 Mission Plumbing & Heating 949.492.4303 Designer’s Magic Flooring Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 Greg’z Pristine Window Cleaning & 949.294.7852 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, 1100 S. El Camino Real, 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com X-Mas Light Installation www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com www.missionplumbingandheating.com Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 Wonderful Windows 949.369.7263 San Clemente Plumbing 949.366.2691 Finish Builders 949.492.1084 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, www.wonderfulwindows.com nesaanderson@cox.net, www.finishbuilders.com 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 108, www.freetermitereports.com WINDOW COVERINGS www.sanclementeplumbing.com The Termite Guy -Termite & Pest Control Restaurants 106 W. Canada Ave., 949.940.1010 Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 POOL/SPA SERVICE & REPAIR Café Calypso 949.366.9386 www.877termite.com 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, 114 Avenida Del Mar #4 www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com Radiant Pool & Spa Service 949.290.5616 The Cellar 949.492.3663 Troubled Teens San Clemente Window Fashions 949.498.9515 www.radiantpoolservice.com 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com Pacific Quest 949.940.6068 www.sc-wf.com SC Pool Techs 949.235.1261 mark@pacificquest.org, www.pacificquest.org www.fixmypoolnow.com ROOFING CONTRACTORS Wine Bar

PRESCHOOLS San Clemente Preschool 949.498.1025 163 Avenida Victoria, sanclementepreschool@gmail.com

PRINTING Printing OC 949.388.4888 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com

Jim Thomas Roofing 162 Calle de Industrias

949.498.6204

TUTORING

Study with Stacy www.studywithstacy.com

SALONS Salon Bamboo 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. A, www.salonbamboo.com

949.361.3348

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Vacuums Nic’s Vacuum & Small Appliance 949.492.4747 216 Ave. Del Mar, www.nicsvacuum.com

The Cellar 949.492.3663 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

Wine Shop & Wine Tasting San Clemente Wine Company 949.429.7076 212 ½ Avenida Del Mar, www.scwinecompany.com

PSYCHIATRY Medical Concierge 949.387.6210 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 230, www.detoxall.us

Psychologists Manny Tau, Psy.D., PSY14892 800.865.0367 300 S. El Camino Real, Ste. 218, www.drtau.com

Real Estate Altera Real Estate - “Sandy & Rich” www.sandyandrich.com 949.293.3236 Antonio Fiorello, Forté Realty Group 949.842.3631 San Clemente, www.forterealtygroup.com Casa Verde Homes - Simon Wilson 949.212.5800 www.casaverdehomes.com Doug Echelberger First Team Real Estate 407 W. El Camino Real, 949.498.7711 www.echelberger.com Prue Putnins- Regency Real Estate 949.366.1984 www.thetalegateam.com, www.HomesByPrue.com Steve Smith 949.632.8139 Olympian Altera DCP, ssmithsurfer@msn.com Tarbell Realtors - The Metcalfs 949.533.5999 1001 Avenida Pico, www.Metcalf4Homes.com

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Tritons vs. Dolphins, Dana Hills High School Oct. 22, 7 p.m.

FC Dallas vs. LA Galaxy, Home Depot Center Oct. 24, 5 p.m.

Hawks vs. Tritons, San Clemente High School Oct. 26, 3 p.m.

San Clemente will look to stave off a Dolphins squad that has been struggling to ﬁnd wins in 2010.

It’s Fan Appreciation Night presented by Tide coupled with 2011 Miss LA Galaxy Contest presented by Covergirl.

The Lady Tritons play host to Laguna Hills High School in this pivotal battle on the court at San Clemente High.

The Lakers open the 2010-11 season by adding another championship banner to the building and a ring on its players’ ﬁngers.

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Rockets vs. Lakers Staples Center Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m.

Triton Report By David Zimmerle

ter, San Clemente (1-0 South Coast League, 6-1) rallied for a dominating comeback as the boys went on to beat Trabuco Hills 43-19 in its first league game of the season while also celebrating a homecoming win at Thalassa Stadium on Friday, Oct. 15. Running back Mike Elesperu was the x-factor in this game, guiding the Tritons to a 14-13 lead at the half after scoring San Clemente’s first two touchdowns of the game—a 10-yard trip for six and another 3yard scamper. The Mustangs recovered early in the third quarter as Lucas Hoover hooked up with quarterback Jonathan Newsom on a 23-yard touchdown, but that was the last time the Mustangs would reach the end zone. San Clemente’s Jordan Micalef next ran back a 99-yard kick-off return to give the Tritons the lead for the rest of the game. Mike Elesperu then ran for two more touchdowns finishing a career night with 127 yards on the ground and four touchdowns. Sandwiched between those final two scores by Elesperu, San Clemente’s Spencer Montoya also got into the mix with a 9-yard touchdown run of his own. In the first quarter, running back Mitchell

The Tritons have struggled to stay consistent this season but relish the opportunity to get back on track in a game against Mission Viejo. Info: www.sctritons.com

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Diablos vs. Tritons, San Clemente High School Oct. 28, 4 p.m.

Simonsen got the Mustangs on the board first following his 39-yard touchdown run, but the Tritons went on to block the extra point. Trabuco Hills next marched into Triton territory and scored their second touchdown of the game off a 13-yard pass from Newsom to Tobias Dates. For San Clemente, Jacob Graff led in receiving with 48 yards while Terrrell Johnson finished with 23 yards to match his 86 yards rushing. Quarterback Travis Wilson finished with 112 yards through the air and one interception while also rushing for 51 yards. Next 7 days: Oct. 22 at Dana Hills, 7 p.m. Next game: October 22 vs. Dana Hills Dolphins Location: Dana Hills Time: 7 p.m. 2009 record: 9-3 (4-1 league) 09 vs. SCHS: Won 38-14 Afﬁliation: South Coast Coach: Brent Melbon 2010 Team Overview: In 2009, the Dolphins (0-1 SCL, 3-4) ultimately fell short of their goal of winning the South Coast league title at the hands of Mission Viejo and were eventually knocked out of the postseason by

Southern California powerhouse, Edison. But their 2009 run in which they won all but one league game has fueled the fire for head coach Brent Melbon’s team in 2010. However, Dana Hills has struggled to recapture the magic from last year losing 52-26 to topranked Mission Viejo last week while going 1-4 in its last five games. Players to watch include Trent Mason, Cody Meddaugh and Chris Kearney. Mason leads the team with a total average of 277 yards per game while at the helm as quarterback. Meddaugh is averaging nine tackles per game and the always-versatile Kearney is averaging 11.1 points per game.

BOYS AND GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY • Both the boys and girls cross country teams competed at the OC Championships at Irvine Regional Park on October 16. Trabuco Hills (58 points), Dana Hills (62) and El Toro (119) finished as the top three teams in the varsity boys sweeps race, respectively. For the varsity girls sweeps race, San Clemente finished in fourth place (148 points) behind Tesoro, Canyon of Anaheim and Trabuco Hills. Melissa Eisele (17:47) finished 12th overall for the Lady Tritons while Kaitlyn Smith (17:59) took 18th and Sara Kebede (18:18) in 33rd. Next 7 days: Oct. 23 at Mt. Sac Invitational, 8 a.m.

GIRLS GOLF • After taking on Aliso

Niguel October 14, the Lady Tritons competed at the SCL Finals October 18-19 before taking on Trabuco Hills on Oct. 21. Next 7

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GIRLS TENNIS • The Lady Tritons hosted Dana Hills October 14 before traveling for a match against Tesoro on October 21. Next 7 days: Oct. 26 vs. Laguna Hills, 3 p.m.; Oct. 28 at Capo Valley, 3 p.m.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL • San Clemente (3-0 SCL, 16-3) defeated Trabuco Hills at home 2516, 25-16 and 25-21 on October 12. Leaders for San Clemente were Alexa Strange (10 kills, 2 aces, 2 digs, 2 assists), Bailey Tanner (8 kills, 4 digs) and Molly Yoder (5 kills, 3 aces, 2 digs). The girls then beat El Toro at home 25-18, 26-24 and 25-14 on October 14. San Clemente was led by Yoder (11 kills, 2 digs, 1 ace), Tanner (8 kills, 4 aces, 4 digs), Strange (6 kills, 6 digs, 1 ace) and Chelsea Heier (37 assists, 3 aces, 8 digs, 1 kill). On Tuesday, the team faced Capo Valley at home before hosting Dana Hills on October 21. Next 7 days: Oct. 28 at Trabuco Hills, 5 p.m.

BOYS WATER POLO • The Tritons (0-3

SCL. 7-11) lost 14-9 to Villa Park in nonleague action on October 15. Down 6-5 at the half, San Clemente let the game slip out of reach in the final two quarters. Robbie Steifel led with three goals and Scott Schneringer finished with two goals. The team went on to face Laguna Hills for a league match October 19 before hosting Dana Hills October 21. Next 7 days: Oct. 23 at University, 9:45 a.m.; Oct. 26 at El Toro, 4 p.m.; Oct. 28 vs. Mission Viejo, 4 p.m.

SCOREBOARD YOUTH BASEBALL BOTH 10U AND 11U TEAMS FIND SUCCESS AT RECENT TOURNAMENTS After two full days of ﬁercely played baseball, the 10U San Clemente Tritons battled the Diamond Bar Dawgs in their ﬁnal game of the weekend to claim the tournament championship at the AAU Oktoberfest tournament October 17. Team members include Brandon Duplanty, Dodge England, Kami Allard, Jake Brannon, Sam Courtesy photo Voris, Brent Riddle, Luke Hunter, Jack Harlow, Ethan Holt, Conner Wilford, Jay Baggs, head coach Dave Riddle, coach John Baggs, coach Kenny Allard and dugout assistants Dylan Riddle, Colby Allard and Seth England. And after a three-hour battle stretching through seven innings Sunday afternoon, the 11U San Clemente Tritons won their division championship in the AAU Oktoberfest tournament. Team members include Cody Cullen, Shawn Cristl, Connor Brannon, Max Bienert, Sean Wallwork, Curran Dand, Evan Prater, Matthew Erickson, Matthew Kerr, Logan Manning, Keith Cristl, Will Kurtzer, head coach Kevin Dand, coach Jon Brannon and coach Jeff Kurtzer. www.sanclementetimes.com

YOUTH FOOTBALL

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JPW WHITE TRITONS ROLL PAST LONG BEACH Doug Jackson’s JPW White Tritons brought home another win October 16 with a 22-13 victory against Long Beach. Battling it out at Estancia High School in Costa Mesa, the Tritons offense fought hard with a combination of pass plays and smart running, including a quarterback sneak that made it to the end zone, to seal the win. The exceptional defense and powerful offense have made this team a force to be reckoned with this season.

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SC SURF

SCOOP ON THE LOCAL SURF COMMUNITY

GromS of the Week Ellie and Jayna Bosse Age: 9, Lobo Elementary

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Ellie (top) and Jayna Bosse. Photos by Sheri Crummer/seasister.com

Ellie and Jayna Bosse have been going to the beach since they were babies. Their dad Mike, himself an avid surfer, joked that they were in the Pacific Ocean even before they were baptized. “Surfing and beach culture is a very important part of our family life and I was hoping to instill that in them from an early age,” he said. It looks like his plan worked. Ellie and Jayna are two of the most stoked kids you’ll see in any local lineup. They entered their first contest, the SC Open, this summer and loved it! At the September WSA contest at Ponto Beach, Carlsbad they had another great experience. Ellie made it to the Girls U14 LB final and took home the sixth place trophy. Jayna had her first real wipeout but got right back out there. At the T. Patterson Seafest contest on October 10 at the San Clemente pier, Jayna won the Girls U10 SB followed by runner up, Ellie. Needless to say, they’re hooked and excited to finish out the WSA season. Both are great students and make their studies a priority. Jayna loves reading and writing and Ellie prefers math and science. The girls also enjoy camping, Adventure Princesses and karate. —AS

Student Surfrider Clubs Join Jack Johnson’s Tour To the Sea

Local teens work with surfer/musician Jack Johnson in defense of the environment By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

hen a popular musical performer like Jack Johnson announces a local tour date, teens clamor to get tickets for the show. Live concerts are some of the best must-see, memory-making events in the lives of most young people—and music lovers of all ages for that matter. But what happens when an artist connects with their audience on more than a purely musical level? A concert can become more than just a concert. In the case of the Jack Johnson’s October 12 tour date at the Verizon Amphitheater in Irvine, Johnson connected with some local teenaged fans of his music on multiple levels—not just for the betterment of the kids, but also for the betterment of the environment. Johnson’s To the Sea concert tour and All at Once campaign offered a group of local high school students the opportunity to get out into the community to share their passion for protecting the environment through their involvement with Surfrider Foundation Clubs at their schools. Tour dates include a collaboration of community groups and nonprofits that focus on working toward plastic-free initiatives, sustainable food systems, ocean and watershed cleanliness and other environmental education and activism programs. The concerts provide a venue—The Village Green—where concertgoers can have the opportunity to visit many educational booths hosted by members of organizations working toward these goals. Club members from Dana Hills, San Clemente and JSerra high schools, under the guidance of the Surfrider Foundation South Orange County Chapter, manned an informational booth aimed at educating the public about the Foundation’s Rise Above Plastics campaign, anti-cigarette butt campaign and other environmental programs. Sophia Reznicek, Kevin Skelly and Secretary Lulu Erkeneff from the Dana Hills High School club, San Clemente club Founder/President Madi Swayne, JSerra club Founder/President Kirsty Hibbard and her sister Katie volunteered for four hours before Johnson took the stage. The teens engaged with the public, answering questions and making an impact on many who stopped by their booth for information. The passion of these young people makes

Surf ForecasT Water temp: 63-67˚F Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: 4-6’ Poor; Catalina: 8-12’ Poor + Remarks: A building mix of NW and SW-SSW swells prevails Thursday and into the weekend. This and recent rainfall make for poor diving conditions, with increasing surge and limited visibility. Short range: New SW and NW swells slowly fill in on Thursday as old SSW energy drops out. Most breaks see small-scale surf in the 1-3’ range. Top spots see a few slightly larger sets. Conditions are poor to fair at best due to lack of size. Long range: A fun-sized mix of NW and SWSSW groundswells prevails Friday and into the weekend. Shape is peaky, and conditions are looking mostly clean for the mornings.

BOARD SHORTS Jack Johnson stops by the Surfrider Foundation South OC Chapter booth on the Village Green at his October 12 Irvine concert date to meet and greet Surfrider high school club member volunteers from (L to R) Dana Hills, Secretary Lulu Erkeneff, Kevin Skelly and Sophia Reznicek, Jack Johnson, Surfrider Foundation South OC Chapter Chairman Rick Erkeneff, Volunteer Programs Coordinator Henry Chou and San Clemente High Founder/President Madi Swayne. Photo by Andrea Swayne

a powerful impression on both the adults and other kids they speak to said Surfrider Foundation South OC Chapter Chairman Rick Erkeneff, who served as their mentor at the event. “These kids are some of our star high school club members,” Erkeneff would say when introducing the kids to visitors. “I’m really proud that the South Orange County chapter has grown to mentor clubs from 10 schools across the region and we now have the largest student club population in Surfrider worldwide. Thanks to my wife, Denise’s leadership and our dedicated local kids, the youth program has really flourished.” The teens explained the need to do away with single-use plastics and collected signatures for Surfrider’s petition on the issue. Connections were also made with other teens and a few teachers from schools interested in forming clubs of their own. As the kids worked the booth, Jack Johnson himself paid them a surprise visit. Johnson stopped by to meet the kids and speak with them. “Thank you for all of your hard work,” he said as he chatted with the teens. Johnson’s wife also stopped by to meet them. Then, later on as he took the stage, he dedicated a song to Surfrider Foundation as the kids watched from their place of honor

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in the pit area, right up front. “It was an honor to be part of the To the Sea concert tour and the All at Once campaign,” said Swayne. “For Lulu [Erkeneff] and me, it is especially cool to also have a love for surfing in common with Jack Johnson, besides our passion for environmental causes. Meeting him was an inspiration to all of us, as people who all care deeply about the protection our oceans—a memory we will never forget.” Log on to www.sanclementetimes.com to see a photo slideshow of the event. For information on how you can get involved with the Surfrider Foundation or Jack Johnson’s All at Once campaign, log on to www. surfrider.org/southorangecounty and www. allatonce.org. SC SC Times online video show Log on to www.sanclementetimes.com to see a new BoardShorts video featuring the people and events that make up our rich surf community. BoardShorts videos can be purchased through videographer Rob Elseewi for $10 per segment. To order your copy, send an email to robelseewi@gmail.com or call 949.701.5711.

AND UPCOMING EVENTS Johnny Monster and the Nightmares Concert Nearly 20 years after Johnny Monster and the Nightmares first got together to play the first Surfer Poll Awards, the surf/cult/rock band is reuniting to play a special concert event at the Galaxy Theater on October 29. The band is co-headlining with the Shrinky Dinx (who hit it big under the name of Sugar Ray. San Clemente band, Raw Helmet and The Dillingers, round out the lineup. It is an all-ages show. Doors open at 6 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online at www. galaxytheatre.com. Surfrider Foundation Teen Halloween Dance The Surfrider Foundation South OC Chapter and Surfrider Foundation High School Clubs will host the Halloween Bash Teen Dance and Costumer Party on October 29 from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Aliso Creek Inn in Laguna Beach. Student club members get in free. Non-member admission is $15. Student ID and parent permission form are required. Contact Denise Erkeneff at denisedd@cox.net for more information.

UPCOMING EVENTS October 23-24: NSSA Southwest Conference Open Event No. 4, Oceanside, Pier October 23-24: WSA Gatorade Championship Tour Event No. 3, Ventura, Surfers Point www.sanclementetimes.com