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Celebrating ‘Mrs. San Clemente’ Public birthday party set December 3 for Bertha Henry Taylor E Y E O N S C / PAG E 7 A resident since the 1950s, Bertha Henry Taylor’s home is full of awards and San Clemente memorabilia.

Photo by Christina Scannapiego

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO The San Juan Capistrano Historical Society’s Annual Camp Pendleton Ranch House tour, which also includes the base’s Amphibious and Mechanized Vehicle museums, is scheduled for December 7. The cost is $45 per person. The tour includes luxury bus transportation to Camp Pendleton, a tour of the Rancho Santa Margarita y Flores Ranch House, the USMC Mechanized Vehicle Museum, lunch at the South Mesa Club, Camp Pendleton and a tour of the USMC Amphibious Vehicle Museum in the USMC/ Navy Harbor. Departure time from the O’Neill Museum in the Historic Los Rios District is promptly at 9 a.m.. Arrival back in San Juan Capistrano is around 5 p.m.

Reservations are required by calling the O’Neill Museum, 949.493.8444, since the event is limited to 100 people. The tour is expertly narrated by Col. Jim Williams (Ret. USMC ) and Col. Tom McKeowan (Ret. USMC).

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An Orange County Superior Court judge issued a temporary restraining order November 19, shutting down the Holistic Health medical marijuana dispensary in Dana Point. The closure order stands pending a December 3 hearing. An earlier injunction against the dispensary—based on zoning violations—was temporarily stayed by the state of California. City officials are cautiously optimistic that the Court of Appeal won’t intervene this time, since the basis for this injunction is the failure of the dispensary to operate in compliance with the California medical marijuana laws, including for-profit marijuana sales, City Attorney Patrick Munoz said. A sign posted at the entrance to the dispensary reads: “Holistic Health is temporarily closed due to our endless battle against the city of Dana Point…Thank you for your continued support!”

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…Death of Longtime City Employee?

THE LATEST: AJ Howard, the city’s Utilities Manager, passed away over the weekend after years of battling a rare lung disease.

Howard was a Marine before being hired by the city in 1974. He worked his way through the ranks of the Utilities Department, starting as a maintenance worker and ultimately becoming Utilities Manager.

He took his work to heart, always taking the time to do it right and had earned the respect of his staff. He had been unable to come into the office the last few months, but was serving the city through email the best he could.

“He certainly knew the city’s utilities system better than anyone and will be missed,” City Manager George Scarborough said Monday in an announcement to employees.

Howard is survived by his wife Leslie and sons Corey and James.

WHAT’S NEXT: Funeral services are pending.

FIND OUT MORE: Watch www.sanclementetimes.com —Jonathan Volzke

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…A Curfew Sweep?

THE LATEST: San Clemente was part of the largest-ever Orange County curfew sweep conducted November 18 by more than 300 law enforcement officers, netting 51 juveniles in violation of city curfew laws. These curfew sweeps, organized by the Gang Reduction and Intervention Partnership (GRIP), aim to prevent juveniles from being victims of or participants in gang crimes. GRIP works to identify at-risk youth, increase school attendance, and decrease gang activity.

Starting late Thursday and continuing into early Friday morning, officers patrolled Orange County cities and unincorporated areas for children ages 17 and under. Curfews in San Clemente begin at 11 p.m., and last until 5 a.m. Minors are prohibited from being in public during these hours unless they are accompanied by a parent or participating in employment, educational or emergency activities. www.sanclementetimes.com

Countywide, minors ranged from 12 to 17 years old. The curfew sweeps focused mainly on areas with a high volume of gang and/or criminal activity and all gang injunction Safety Zones.

The minors found in violation of curfew laws were taken in patrol cars to sheriff’s headquarters and held until their parents arrived to pick them up.

Baca sexually assaulted the three victims including touching their penises and buttocks and engaging in oral copulation. The defendant also showed the victims pornography.

In December 2008, John Doe #1 told his family about an assault. Investigation by sheriff’s deputies revealed two additional victims.

WHAT’S NEXT: The legal consequences of violating curfew laws could include misdemeanor criminal prosecution with penalties ranging from fines up to six months in jail for the parent or juvenile hall for the child, plus the associated financial costs. Parents also met with representatives from Community Service Programs, Inc. for information on resources available to them to help with their children.

WHAT’S NEXT: A mother of one of the victims submitted a victim impact statement read at Baca’s sentencing. She wrote, “I trusted you! I loved you like my own children. But you sir are incapable of knowing what love truly is. Instead you were a predator and we were your prey.”

FIND OUT MORE: See the full announcement at www.sanclementetimes.com —JV

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…Child Molester Sentenced?

THE LATEST: A San Clemente intramural sports coach was sentenced this month to 51 years to life in state prison for molesting three boys, ages 11 to 13, after befriending their families and spending time alone with the victims, and for being in possession of more than 2,000 explicit pornographic images and videos of children.

Cameron Joseph Baca, 29, was found guilty by a jury August 5 of nine felony counts of lewd acts on a child under 14, four felony counts of distribution of pornography to a minor, one felony count of attempted lewd acts on a child under 14 and one felony count of possession of child pornography.

Between Jan. 2, 2006, and Dec. 18, 2008, Baca molested three boys between 11 and 13 years old. The defendant met the victims while working as their intramural sports coach for football, lacrosse and basketball in South Orange County. Baca befriended the families of the victims and groomed the boys by spending time with them, attending their sporting events that he was not coaching, buying them baseball cards and inviting them to his home for meals and to do work around the house.

FIND OUT MORE: See the District Attorney’s full announcement at www.sanclementetimes.com —JV

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…Getting to Work at San Onofre?

THE LATEST: Peter (Pete) Dietrich, elected senior vice president and chief nuclear officer at the San Onofre Nuclear Generation Station effective December 9, toured the plant with reporters and others on Wednesday as work continued on replacing a massive steam generator.

Dietrich is the third leader for SONGS in recent months. He replaces Joe Sheppard, who held the position temporarily after the sudden departure of Ross Ridenoure in September. Dietrich has 19 years experience in the commercial nuclear power industry preceded by five years of service in the U.S. Navy’s Nuclear Power Program.

The plant south of San Clemente has been under pressure from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to deal with nagging issues, primarily concerning how quickly the organization identifies problems and how effectively it corrects them.

“I’m on day two,” Dietrich told the San Clemente Times on Wednesday. “To me, it’s about assessing, understanding, observing.

I’m in full receive mode, trying to gain a perspective on organization … I do see a sharp focus on safety.”

Dietrich said he knows SONGS has been through a lot of changes lately.

“I am very mindful of that,” he said. “Too much change provided to any organization is overly stressful,” he said. “That’s one of the things I’m doing in my assessment role … trying to gain appreciation for how things function and what’s working.”

WHAT’S NEXT: The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is holding a meeting regarding San Onofre on December 14.

FIND OUT MORE: See Southern California Edison’s announcement about Dietrich’s hiring at www.sanclementetimes.com. —JV

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…Cox Cell Phones?

THE LATEST: Orange County is one of three markets where Cox Communications is launching its “Unbelievably Fair” mobile phone service. The OC joins Omaha, Neb. and Hampton Roads, Va. The decision comes, company officials said, after Cox’s market research revealed that consumers wanted a more fair approach to wireless and Cox is responding with MoneyBack Minutes. Cox is the first wireless carrier to provide cash back on customers’ bills for unused minutes each month—up to $20 a month—a departure from the industry standard in which consumers lose unused minutes or carry them over month-to-month.

Additionally, Cox Wireless automatically provides customers with free text message Usage Alerts when they approach their maximum number of monthly minutes and messages, the company said in an announcement.

Bundling packages with other Cox services is also available.

WHAT’S NEXT: Cox Wireless will debut with Cox features already integrated into many of the mobile devices, such as the ability to program the home DVR and see TV listings from their mobile device. Additional features include Voice Mail to Text, which converts voice mail messages to text and delivers them to the Cox Wireless devices.

FIND OUT MORE: For more information about Cox Wireless service, see www.unbelievablyfairwireless.com or the Cox Solutions Store inside Dewey’s TV at 1542 N. El Camino Real.

—JV

November 25–December 1, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 3

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SC Sheriff’s Blotter Compiled By Jonathan Volzke 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.

Sunday, November 21 RECKLESS DRIVING Camino de los Mares/Diamante (10:33 p.m.)

A resident complained about drag racing. It’s an ongoing issue.

CITIZEN ASSIST Avenida Palizada, 300 Block (10:16 p.m.)

A caller suspected neighbors nearby were running a meth lab.

DISTURBANCE Optima, 0 Block (10:14 p.m.) With their parents out of town, kids threw a party. A caller was concerned teens were leaving in their cars after drinking.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Cazador Lane, 400 Block (7:13 p.m.)

An unoccupied vehicle caught on fire.

WELFARE CHECK Avenida Pelayo, 100 Block (6:29 p.m.)

A caller was concerned about a friend who had financial troubles after she received an email from him, apologizing for “failing her” and promising it would all “be OK” soon.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Corte Ladino, 0 Block (5:41 p.m.) A resident reported someone knocked on the door saying they were delivering the OC Register. The resident wouldn’t open the door until they were gone, then found a days-old copy of the paper.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Del Mar, 600 Block (3:02 p.m.)

A woman reported she found something explosive on the beach. Deputies said it appeared to be some sort of spent military shell.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Del Mar, 100 Block (12:04 p.m.) A woman in her 60s was waiving an umbrella screaming she was going to kill people.

ASSAULT Avenida de la Grulla, 100 Block (7:44 a.m.)

A man was attacked by someone with a baseball bat. A man, who’d turned 31 just days earlier, was arrested.

Saturday, November 20 BATTERY Camino de los Mares, 600 Block (9:48 p.m.)

The hospital called to report a patient being assaulted at a dance at the Community Center.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Costa Martima/Camino Forestal (9:53 p.m.)

A man with a backpack was spotted near the community pool. A caller thought that odd, since it was raining.

UNKNOWN TROUBLE Camino de los Mares/Calle Agua (9:26 p.m.) A caller reported hearing someone running up the street yelling “Help, there’s been a robbery!”

PETTY THEFT Avenida Pico, 900 Block (9 a.m.) A store employee dropped his wallet and a couple picked it up. They took $120 out of it, he reported.

DISTURBANCE Escalones, 200 Block (7:59 p.m.) A woman reported her ex-boyfriend broke her screen door trying to get in.

DISTURBANCE Via Turqueza/Avenida Vista Hermosa (5:14 p.m.) A caller was worried that kids sliding down a slope in wetsuits would damage the park.

STOLEN VEHICLE Poco Paseo, 300 Block (8:47 a.m.) A resident who left their keys in the car the night before found it missing in the morning.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Calle Las Bolas, 1600 Block (6:06 a.m.) A woman heard noises downstairs, where the unit is supposed to be empty. A previous tenant, she reported, had broken in twice before and was recently let out of jail.

DISTURBANCE Calle Valle, 1400 Block (12:43 a.m.) A call that began with people yelling and being loud behind a pub ended with the arrest of a 41year-old man who identified himself as a web developer. Callers reported hearing a man yelling at a woman that he was “over her.”

Other calls reported assaults.

Friday, November 19 ASSAULT WITH DEADLY WEAPON El Camino Real, 200 Block (11:33 p.m.)

A man said he was hit over the head with a skateboard. He was taken to the hospital.

PATROL CHECK Bautismos Lane, 200 Block (10:20 p.m.)

Some kids were out on the golf course.

ILLEGAL PEDDLING Camino Bosquecillo, 5300 Block (6:49 p.m.)

Someone going door-to-door allegedly selling security services was trying to get personal information from residents, which one caller didn’t think was too secure.

KEEP THE PEACE Avenida Algodon, 100 Block (3:46 p.m.) The manager of a motel required a guest to pay for a damaged floor or leave.

DISTURBANCE Calle Amistad, 100 Block (4:17 p.m.) A teen was driving a front-loader with other kids in the bucket. They were in the greenbelt area.

Earlier, it was reported kids had used the dirt mover to build ramps for their dirt bikes.

• New Member, New Name for Committee: Not only is the Parks and Recreation Commission getting a new member, it’s getting a new name, too. The advisory panel needs a new member to replace John Alpay, who resigned in the wake of his election to the Capistrano Unified School District. The council this month decided to accept applications for the position, with interviews—and an appointment—on January 18. And the new member will join a commission with a new name. The council on Tuesday also voted to change the name of the panel to add the word “Beaches” to the title. Council members called it simple decision; everyone called it that anyhow. • Cutting the Corals: It may be the city tree, but the coral isn’t getting a free pass. On the suggestion of Mayor Jim Dahl, corals on city property will be inspected for dangerous branches, as the trees have a tendency to break limbs. Coral limbs have recently fallen at the Ole Hanson Beach Club and Casa Romantica, Dahl said, and cars were damaged by falling coral limbs at the Dana Point Yacht Club. He wants to ensure the trees, which he says “grow like weeds” are cut way back. • City Hall Holiday: City offices will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday November 25 as well as Friday, November 26, which is part of the regular “Dark Friday’ closures every other week. City Hall and other offices reopen on Monday. For information about San Clemente city government, see http://san-clemente.org. The City Council next meets December 7, when Lori Donchak will be sworn in to another term, and new members Tim Brown and Jim Evert join the council.

NOTES

City and Community Calendar Thursday, November 25 Thanksgiving City offices, schools, etc. closed.

Saturday, November 27 San Clemente Hiking Group 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Join San Clemente’s free hiking group for an easy to intermediate hike. Meets every Saturday morning; all hikes are between 3 to 6 miles. For details and directions: www.sanclementepersonaltrainer.com.

Thanks to the Beach Ocean Cleanup 9 a.m.-12 p.m. The last Adopt-a-Beach Cleanup of the year at Doheny Beach. Meet at Lifeguard Headquarters. 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.6172, www. dohenystatebeach.org, www.danapoint.org.

Turkey Trot 7 a.m. The annual 10k, 5k and kids’ run/walk events take place in the Dana Point Harbor.

Proceeds benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County. Registration $15-$55.

949.496.1555, www.turkeytrot.com.

Puttin’ on the Glitz

German Speaking Group 2 p.m.–4p.m. Every Monday at Café Calypso.

114 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.8436.

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

Business Networking Meeting 12 p.m.–1:30 p.m. The Poseidon chapter of Business Network International meets at Sarducci’s every Tuesday; visitors welcome.

26701 Verdugo St., San Juan Capistrano.

library, 242 Ave. Del Mar, 949.361.8463, www.sanclemente.freetoasthost.net.

Wednesday, December 1 Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m. Holiday crafts and stories for youngsters ages 3-5 at the library; advance sign-up and supervision required. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.san-clemente. org.

TOPS 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.

Friday, November 26

5 p.m.-9 p.m. An evening of holiday cheer, shopping and fun for the whole family along Avenida Del Mar in San Clemente hosted by the DBA. Downtown shops stay open late, there will be photos with Santa and entertainment. 949.218.5378, www.san-clemente.org.

Dark Friday City offices closed.

Monday, November 29

Joint City Council and Human Affairs Committee Meeting 7 p.m.

Hike off Your Thanksgiving Feast

Spark of Love Toy Drive

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

9 a.m. Work off those holiday calories on a 3- to 4-mile hike at The Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy. Level: Moderate to strenuous. Adults $10, kids $5, members free. Call for info and directions: 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy.org.

Make a donation for the annual toy drive hosted by Orange County Toy Collaborative, which includes the OC Fire Authority and Marine Corps. Drop off an unwrapped toy at any fire station. More info: www.san-clemente.org.

Community Development discussion in the 2nd Floor Conference Room. 910 Calle Negocio, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Toastmasters

2 p.m.–4 p.m. Come and chat at Café Calypso every Wednesday; no fees, no registration.

114 Avenida Del Mar, 949.493.5228.

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After School Club 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Activities, crafts, stories and more for kids ages 5 and older at the San Clemente Library. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Practice public speaking in a friendly and supportive atmosphere at the

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

SC Rotary Club

French Conversation Club

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Celebrating ‘Mrs. San Clemente’ Public birthday party set December 3 for Bertha Henry Taylor

By Christina Scannapiego San Clemente Times

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t’s fitting that the very first International Women’s Day was celebrated in 1911, the year that Bertha Henry Taylor—nearlegendary local and civic activist sometimes referred to as “Mrs. San Clemente”—was born.

Since Taylor first planted roots in town in 1957, she’s accomplished more for this city in half a century than most community members would dream of tackling in a lifetime—or two.

And with Taylor turning 99, close friends Katherine and Dr. John Rowe are throwing her a birthday party from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn on Friday, December 3. “If you’re a friend of Bertha’s you’re invited,” they say in an invitation.

In that case, practically the entire city will be there.

“I don’t remember not knowing Bertha Henry,” said Adele Lux, a lifetime San Clemente resident and co-host of Taylor’s birthday bash. “She’s my hero—the quintessential independent woman. She’s got good old-fashioned values. Her word is a contract...I can’t think of a single bad thing to say about her.”

The walls of Taylor’s bedroom are covered in plaques, awards and accolades given to her by the city and several of its organizations. She was named 1964 Community Saleswoman of the Year, 1968 Realtor of the Year, 1973 Woman of Achievement and the 1978 Citizen of the Year—and this list barely covers the meat and potatoes of her entire body of efforts. So it wasn’t exactly a surprise when Taylor was commemorated on the Wall of Recognition this past June. “I consider her to be the First Lady of San Clemente,” Councilman Wayne Eggleston said.

“She’s certainly been one of the most vibrant personalities in the city and has contributed so many wonderful things, from fighting to keep our beaches privately owned to planting the palm trees along El Camino Real.”

“I’ve had a lot of firsts as a woman,” Taylor admitted. Hers was the first car across the ribbon at the opening of the 5 freeway, she was the first female President of the Apartment, Motel and Hotel Owners Association, as well as single-handedly responsible for the La Cristianita outdoor pageant and the first-ever fireworks show on the Pier.

“All the tourists were going home to see fireworks,” she said. “We needed to have our own.” So she started writing letters to the com-

This is only a small fraction of awards and plaques or recognition that grace Bertha Henry Taylor’s bedrooms walls. Photo by Christina Scannapiego

munity to urge people to contribute money for a Fourth of July fireworks show. That community fireworks show was soon turned over to the Veterans Association and eventually the event evolved into the huge display it is today.

Taylor fought to keep Coast Highway open when state highway engineers wanted to shut it down (for safety reasons) between Dana Point and San Clemente. “I said ‘No way.’ I was so irate, I shook my finger at them and said, ‘Listen, we are keeping Coast Highway open,’” she said. So she took it upon herself to have the City Engineer, then Gene Ayer, draw up a plan to keep the road open. “It’s still open, isn’t it?” Taylor said with a smile. She seems to have a knack for mak-

Taylor is currently working on a historical scrapbook that illustrates the generations of key moments to which she has been privy. Photo by Christina Scannapiego

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ing things happen exactly the way she intends and it’s that determination that forged a way for so many important attributes that make San Clemente the town it is, now.

Odd to think that our Village by the Sea could have turned into a completely different place without the perseverance of a woman who, on Dec 1, 1911, was born— along with her twin brother—to a farmer and his wife up in the cold, rustic terrain of Alberta, Canada. “I was a farm girl,” she said of a past, which, though seemingly worlds away, remains close to her at all times. A family quilt hanging above her bed includes pieces of her mother’s brown wedding dress (she was unable to find white fabric with which to stitch the dress, back then). When a serious drought hit Canadian terrain, Taylor’s father moved his family to Los Angeles, ironically to continue their agricultural livelihood there. (“LA was a very quiet, well-respected city back then,” Taylor recalled. “You didn’t lock your doors and you didn’t get robbed. That came much later.”) But the valley sun was too drastic for Taylor and her doctor advised her to move somewhere cooler. She was working as a Realtor at the time and an opportunity presented itself: Some friends told her of a motel for sale in San Clemente.

They wanted her to partner with them in ownership and move down to run the place.

“I didn’t think I’d like a beach town,” she admitted this week. “But who doesn’t fall in love with San Clemente?”

So Taylor helped move the Brisa Del Mar (now the Patriot’s Motel) to El Camino Real—out of the path of the soon-to-be built Interstate 5—and took the place over. On weekends, young Marines would frequent Taylor’s motel during their weekly time

off base. Too young for the bars, two or three would check in “but 12 of them would stay in the room,” laughed Taylor. “I knew, of course, but I just felt so sorry for these boys. They were just kids and they needed a place to hang out.”

The predicament ignited an idea in Taylor and she went straight to the Chamber of Commerce to implore them to institute some sort of hang out center for the marines. They sent her to the Sun Post to drum up some ideas and get her plea out to the community. She and a reporter there developed the idea of a “Hospitality Center,” which quickly became a reality, right on the corner of Rosa and El Camino Real. “It’s a vacant paved lot, now,” she said. “But all those boys just loved that hospitality center. We fed them, gave them games, TV and San Clemente residents would come play cards and visit with them. It was a good place to hang out.”

The victory triggered an all-around demand for Taylor’s knack for spearheading community issues. The Commander General of the governing board at Camp Pendleton asked her to come to monthly meetings and, two years later, she became the first civilian installation on the governing board at the base. Before long, San Clemente’s Chamber of Commerce approached her. “They said, ‘Bertha, you’re a very intelligent woman and we feel that you can contribute a lot to San Clemente. Will you please consider serving on our board of directors?’” she recalled. Of course, the gig led to a years-long stint as the first-ever woman president of the board, among all the other battles—major and minor—she’s fought for San Clemente and the people who live and visit here.

Her monikers are so fitting, especially because Bertha was single for 20 years in San Clemente before re-marrying; she was just too busy with her passion for the town and her business there to bother with serious romance.

Her years of dedication made her somewhat of a proverbial fly on the wall of San Clemente history—she’s seen it all: A village of 7,200 in the 1950s grow tenfold over more than half a century. What’s nice is that the growth is only real difference, as far as she can see. Sure, the hills east of the 5, now a dense suburbia, were, as she describes, “ranch country,” with nothing but cattle dotting the hillsides. Out-of-towners who visited her motel constantly remarked on the unique warmth and congeniality among San Clemente residents. “They told me, ‘Mrs. Henry, we have never been to a town where everybody’s so friendly. Everybody talks to you like they know you.’” But Taylor couldn’t be prouder of the fact that, according to her, the attitude has remained exactly the same. “That friendliness has not changed,” she said. “When you walk down Avenida Del Mar, you still talk to everyone.”

And Taylor hasn’t changed much, either.

Though she’s about to celebrate almost a century of life, she still has every bit of spunk and drive that has earned her all of those plaques adorning her wall. Plus, she hasn’t finished doing her part for the community she loves. She’s currently working on a historical scrapbook for Casa Romantica and fighting for the issues she believes best for San Clemente. “When I think something’s right, I won’t back down,” she said.

“I love this city. I’ve done so much and worked so hard at that motel and I loved every minute of it.”

The public is invited to Taylor’s party, which runs from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn on Friday, December 3. The San Clemente Inn is at 2600 Ave. Del Presidente. Call 949.481.1222 for information. SC

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—Compiled by Jonathan Volzke and Andrea Swayne

Props, Recognitions and Morsels of Info

Girl Scout # 947 with Dance Team members Mackenzie Hintz, Madeline Somsel, Brooke Krufal, Mary Margaret Bracken, Alexa Polk, Megan Hayes, Caili McDaniel, Baily Dill, Maria McGuire, Lindy Jones, Anneliese Raul, Samantha Brandon, Brooklyn Navarro. Courtesy photo

The San Clemente High School Dance Team is spearheading a school and community effort to send out care packages to the United States Marine Corp., 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines featuring more than 1,000 troops from Camp Pendleton serving our country in Afghanistan.

“When the girls learned that one of their own team member’s father was being deployed overseas once again, the service and sacrifice of our soldiers and their families really hit home,” faculty advisor Mike Conlon said in an announcement.

“The father, a lieutenant colonel, suggested that care packages including personal notes to the Marines would be the best way to show support and suggested that Camp Pendleton’s own 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines would be extremely grateful for any kind donations and well-wishes and, since then, this project has really taken off at our school and in the community,” added Conlon.

The team has already received a donation of $1,500 by Doug Bystry, CEO of Clearinghouse CDFI to cover the shipping of the packages. The target date for final assembly of the packages is December 4. Members of the Dance Team met with member of Troop 947 in the start of sorting the items already donated.

Donated items high on the list of request by the Marines include: Sunscreen, lip balm, chewing gum, hard candies, magazines, air fresheners (stick-ups), foot powder, razors, music/movie CDs/ DVDs (new/used), AA/AAA batteries, puzzle books, dominoes, toothpaste/toothbrushes, dental floss, wipes, ear buds, trail mix, beef jerky, ramen, mac/cheese, powdered drinks.

Donation boxes are in every classroom on campus thanks to ASB becoming a partner with the Dance Team in this project. Individuals and groups in the community are encouraged to participate in the care package project as well. One way would be to fill zip lock bags with the items for the troops and bring the bag to the San Clemente High School Dance Room the week of November 29 to December 4. Even large quantities of one item, for example a case of air fresheners or a big box of individually packaged trail mix is fine. The team will be combining all donations to make well-balanced boxes to ship and welcome any clubs or groups to participate in the process.

The team is also willing to pick up quantities of items from stores or organizations. Also, anyone wishing to sponsor is welcome to send a check or drop off a check for $25, made out to Encore Club and addressed to Mike Conlon, San Clemente High School, 700 Avenida Pico, San Clemente, CA 92673. A second shipment is planned for Valentine’s Day with an assembly line day in January. The entire proceeds from the snack bar at “Dance Strong,” the aptly-named Winter Dance Concert this coming January 12-15, will be used to purchase care package items.

For further information call the Community Service Coordinator at 949.683.1895 or 4mcdanielsbythesea@cox.net.

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1CEB Marines and families enjoying Thanksgiving dinner in the serving hall. Photo by Brian Shannon

Approximately 50 volunteers from San Clemente Presbyterian Church served a traditional Thanksgiving dinner to more than 300 Marines and their families from their “adopted” 1st Combat Equipment Battalion (1CEB). “This is the sixth year we’ve put on this event and it is a great way to show our appreciation for the sacrifices our soldiers are making to help protect our country,” said Chuck Herpick, head of SCPC’s Marine Outreach Ministry. “One of the Marines thanked me, saying, ‘This is the first home cooked meal I’ve had in over a year,’ and that is a great feeling.”

Putting on this event requires the support of many people. Each year the 1,300 members of the SCPC and friends from the local community cook the large numbers of turkeys, stuffing and other side dishes and desserts it takes to feed a group this size. Vehicles line up in the church parking lot in the morning to deliver the food they’ve cooked, where it is loaded up and taken to the base and the volunteers, headed up by Peter Carissimo, who takes over and coordinates serving the meal.

SCPC adopted the 1st CEB six years ago to show its appreciation for the sacrifices they are making in service to America. In addition to the Thanksgiving event, the church holds semi-annual baby showers, a 4th of July barbecue and fireworks party and delivers Welcome Home Gift Bags to each marine returning from war zones. They also furnish homes for their junior enlisted families and make them selves available for them when they are in need. u

Camp Bow Wow Premier Doggy Day and Overnight Camp in San Clemente is fostering a pair of adorable adoptable Chinese Crested dogs for the Ark of San Juan. Cookie (6) and Jazz (8) need to be adopted as a pair as they are literally inseparable. They are sweet and play well with other dogs. As companion animals, they are looking for someone to be their leader, love and cuddle Jazz and Cookie. Photo by Andrea Swayne them. And they don’t need a lot of exercise. They are available for viewing anytime during business hours at Camp Bow Wow by calling 949.218.7387. For more information, please contact the Ark of San Juan at 949.388.0034 or arkofsanjuan@cox.net. More information about Camp Bow Wow and the Ark can be found at www.campbowwow.com/sanclemente and www.arkofsanjuan.org. u

“Youth of the Year” Jessica McGinnis. Photo by Jonathan Volzke

The ballroom at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott was full of men and women dressed to the hilt Saturday night, but the most important people in attendance were in T-shirts. They were the young members of the Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area, there to show club supporters why donations were important.

At the conclusion of another spectacular silent auction and a wonderful dinner, young members from the club took to the audience to high-five those who made sponsorship donations during the live auction. That portion alone raised more than $40,000, officials announced.

Many in the audience were moved to tears when the club’s “Youth of the Year” Jessica McGinnis took the stage. Her family had been homeless, but still donated to a food drive for those in need.

And now, Jessica is enrolled in the Marine Corps, ready to start boot camp as a reservist so she can attend college at Liberty University in Virginia. She’ll also play lacrosse there.

“The Boys and Girls Club taught me to give back … they pushed me to do my best,” McGinnis said. “Great futures do start here. I’m proof of it.”

She received a standing ovation.

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GUEST OPINION: By John Alpay

Have We Chosen Well?

W ith the 2010 election cycle now complete, we can only wonder if Capistrano Unified will continue to solidify its reputation as a district in constant turmoil or if we have come to the point where we can convert our proverbial swords into ploughshares. It will be a while before we truly know the answer to this question, but the election results and more importantly the actions taken immediately following may very well determine if Capistrano Unified will have hope for the future.

In this last election, voters had the ability to choose between two slates, “Children First” and the “Reform Committee,” each supporting five different candidates with control of the Board of Trustees ultimately hanging in the balance. By now we all know the results; neither side swept the election as most people had expected. Instead, the voters chose candidates not because they were associated with one particular slate, but because of their perceived individual qualifications and ability to perform.

Additionally, voters also wholeheartedly supported Measure H, which converts all future Capistrano Unified elections from the “at large” to “by area” methodology. This means that, for example, all future San Clemente-based candidates no longer need to campaign for votes in far-away Mission Viejo and Rancho Santa Margarita. This affords candidates the opportunity to get to be known in their own community and at the same time significantly lower the cost of running an effective campaign. More specifically, slates of candidates are less likely in future elections as voters will now have the greater ability to focus on the candidates as individuals.

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The message could not be clearer; voters are not interested in dueling slates and the political bickering that it brings. Such activities may be appropriate in Washington or Sacramento, but they have no place in South Orange County, at least as it pertains to education. The only real question is whether both sides of these recent political John Alpay battles hear the message. Once again, San Clemente serves as a barometer with all signs pointing to “Yes.” In this hopeful spirit of reconciliation, soon after the election, my opponent Mike Winsten called to congratulate me on my victory. The tone of the conversation was professional, courteous and, above all else, sincere. Also, Mike graciously offered to be available to me for school district matters as I may need in the future. I am sure there will be some well-intentioned, very engaged and committed members of our proud district family that will take umbrage with his possible continued involvement in Capistrano Unified. However, we should all bear in mind that regardless of which side we fought on during our recent political battles, we all did so because we believed we were acting in the best interests of the school district and its students.

We should also remember the core mission and purpose of Capistrano Unified is to provide a quality education to the generations that will follow. As any teacher will readily admit, true learning is by no means confined to home-

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work assignments and textbooks. How we conduct ourselves in providing an appropriate learning environment will have a far bigger impact on our youth than we may realize. After all, children who live with hostility will learn to fight, children who live with tolerance will learn to be patient and children who live with fairness will learn to be just.

Within Capistrano Unified, we can all work as a team to focus on providing a quality education for our children. If this is the ultimate district-wide outcome of our most recent election, then the voters will have chosen well indeed.

San Clemente resident John Alpay was elected to the Capistrano Unified School District Board of Trustees on November 2.

He will be sworn in in December.

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Letters to the Editor A NOTE OF CAUTION Marlene Beram, San Clemente

My husband and I had an experience yesterday that I want to share with the residents of San Clemente—especially with the elderly. I had a man approach me while I was in the garage handing out flyers for a one-room free carpet shampoo. I asked him to look at my house and see what it would cost to have the house done. (I never invite a stranger into my home but offers for free carpet shampoos have been around forever so I felt it was harmless.) After the man got into the house I found that he was a Kirby Vacuum salesman. Their sales tactic is intimidation and aggression. After he was here for an hour or so my husband asked him to leave as we were not going to buy a vacuum and we were wasting his time. He became verbally aggressive and did not leave.

Long story short it took the man another 20 minutes to leave and that was with a lot of encouragement! My husband went online to Kirby’s website and found that this is the way they do business. They are taught to be very intimidating—and I mean very intimidating. People have reported this company to the Better Business Bureau time and time again but obviously to no avail. I have been very upset by this and can only imagine what they are doing to our senior citizens!

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I doubt that much can be done to stop this other than to warn our residents that they are here!

THANKS RICK AND RIB TRADER Rodney Hillerts, San Clemente

I am greatly saddened to see the article in last week’s San Clemente Times, “Rib Trader to Shut Down.”

I have known Rick Skillman for many years as an on-again, off-again customer of Rick’s restaurant, and I might say one of my very favorites here in town since around 1990. I have found Rick to be one of the nicest people I have met and very easy to have a meaningful conversation with. I am proud to be able to call Rick one of my friends.

He has always provided San Clemente with some of the finest BBQ ribs and fine foods ever. He has always been consistent with what he has given to San Clemente as a whole.

Rick, I will miss you and your wonderful staff there at the restaurant. I wish to say good luck in your retirement, and have a great time with your grandchildren. I also wish that you could offer your staff the opportunity to carry on your wonderful restaurant, but I know that

wouldn’t be an option.

I will have to come down one more time to enjoy one last fine meal at your restaurant.

Rick, you will be missed.

ANOTHER ELECTION BEHIND US Jerry Collamer, San Clemente

America and San Clemente have survived another midterm election. Some call it a midcourse correction. Some call it business as usual, in the midst of our worst economic slump since 1929. Blame for our current downturn is volleyed back and forth across the economic net, as if one political mindset is responsible for all that’s broken.

Call it the blame-game.

So, I’m calling out “blame,” as a word in serious need of “rethink.” We can blame someone for tail-ending us at a redlight.

The crushing facts, indisputable. Witnesses testify to it. But laying blame for our sluggish economy at the doorstep of one party, or group, is using the wrong word.

More appropriate words are: Greed, avarice, self-indulgence, naivety, brinksmanship, selfishness, opportunistic, blind faith, manipulation, myopia. Pick one.

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SOAPBOX GUEST OPINION: By Pall Gudgeirsson, Assistant City Manager & City Treasurer

Receipts, Spending & Saving… A Fiscal Report Card “It is our duty to establish priorities and long-range goals and from that provide support for long-range planning rather than reactive spending and reactive programs.” —Joe Anderson

T

he Fiscal State of the City report was recently presented to the City Council along with a preview of the upcoming 2011 Long Term Financial Plan. The report, which I refer to as the City’s annual “fiscal report card,” is presented after all the numbers have been compiled, reviewed, reconciled and audited for accuracy and integrity by an independent audit firm. So, what does this report tell us and how can we use this information to plan for the 2012 budget year?

The City budget can be likened to a family budget in the sense that the City receives money, spends money and attempts to save money for future use as well unforeseen events and emergencies. The accumulated financial information allows us to prepare for our budgetary future by identifying fiscal trends and determining the City’s “net worth” or dollars available for ongoing costs such as maintenance of facilities or one-time expenses like the building of a new park. Below is our report card and how we look going into the next budget cycle: Receipts—Are receipts up or down? Overall, revenues were up $180,000 over budget even though sales tax growth was $375,000 below projections but were offset by positive gains in property taxes, business licenses, construction permits and interest earnings. Using a weather maxim to grade our current condition and projections, receipts indicate a cloudy horizon with the sun attempting to break through.

Weaknesses in sales tax collections continue to hamper our economic recovery so remember to shop San Clemente!

Spending—Is spending under control? Now turning to sunny conditions, the City’s expenses came in a $2.6 million less than budgeted, of which half were due to staffing reductions and cutbacks in contractual and professional services.

Other savings were realized through decreased supply and capital outlays as the City made every attempt to reduce expenses across the board in response to a declining revenue

Letters to the Editor (cont.)

(Cont. from page 10) My second word rethink, is blight. Here in SC, blight is the go-toword for landscapes undesirable to the observer. If Rodeo Drive is anti-blight, and inner-city Detroit blight-personified, where on SC’s critical observer’s blight-scale do we fall?

Blight in SC? Not so much. Wrong word. One man’s blight is another man’s open space. Is an empty storefront blight? Is a vacant lot blight? Is a gas station, and/or busy auto repair shop blight? Is a one-story motel blight? Are all motels blight?

Is an outlet mall blight? Misuse of blight skews its definition: A deteriorated condition. A vacant lot isn’t deteriorated. It’s empty. Connect enough vacant lots together and you might have a Grand Canyon. A busy auto repair shop isn’t blight, it’s just busy. Point being: Ask anyone not living in San Clemente, “Is SC blighted?” They’ll give you their psychotherapist’s phone number, after asking you to trade zip codes with them.

Suggested phrases to replace the misuse of blight: Not-nifty, not-hip, not-cute, not-Ole enough, not up to my standard of visual civic excellence as determined by me, and if you don’t agree, you’re a “naysayer.”

So while we’re being word-perfect, let’s change naysayer to loyal opposition. Because for every action there’s a reaction.

For every opinion, an opposite opinion. For every sunrise, a sunset. For every tall person, a short person, etc.

But the most misused political word in this deep red county is “conservative.” Webster’s definition: 1. Tending to oppose change. 2. Moderate, cautious.

A less-is-more belief system. But here, “conservative,” ironically/apparently means to want more. In tough economic times, wanting more, is definitely not conservative. Wanting more, when there is no more, is _________.

You fill in the blank.

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base. By reducing expenses, we were able to meet the mantra of spending less than we bring in—resulting in a positive budgetary surplus which allows us to set aside funds for future projects and adding to our savings account.

Savings—Are we saving enough? The accumulation of receipts and budgetary savings allowed us to increase Pall Gudgeirsson the City’s savings account or “fund balances” from a projected $3.5 million to $4.6 million as some of the savings noted above had been allocated for “one-time” expenses, e.g. the General Plan, in this year’s budget. It is important that the City, just like a family, not saddle themselves with ongoing expenses if not assured of an ongoing revenue stream to sustain future payments.

Additionally, the City has set aside a total of $10 million in “sustainability reserves” which provide for economic and financial stability and can be used for maintaining adequate level of services, future capital needs, or asset replacement.

Further, $4.2 million is allocated for a “rainy day” or emergency reserve. The primary purpose of the rainy day fund is to protect the City’s essential service programs during periods of economic downturn. Fortunately, the City has not yet had to dip into these reserves.

Forecast—How does the long term forecast look? Partly cloudy skies are called for in the City’s current forecast until we get a clearer picture of economic conditions in our forthcoming financial forecast. By paying off debt, carefully monitoring spending and solidifying savings accounts, the City will maintain a positive operating position into the next fiscal year.

The pertinent quote at the beginning of this column by Councilmember Joe Anderson was cited in a new publication entitled An Elected Official’s Guide: Long-Term

Financial Planning for Local Government, which draws on several City of San Clemente financial planning principles in the latest series of guides for elected municipal officials across the country.

As Councilmember Anderson wraps up his term in office, his advocacy and passion for sound fiscal planning and resiliency should not go unacknowledged. Councilmember Anderson was one of the architects of the City’s first financial plan and he is the Council representative on the Investment Advisory Committee. Along with the City Council, past and present, his dedication to financial planning principles have contributed to fiscal stability during both good and bad fiscal years.

Fittingly, the launch of the City’s 19th Long-Term Financial Plan was also officially kicked off when the Council approved internal staff assessments of several “critical issues,” including major capital projects, the street improvement program, Golf Course fund, facility maintenance and City sidewalk program. Along with the updated financial forecast this will lay the groundwork for planning the City’s budget for fiscal year 2012.

As Joe Anderson rides off into the fiscal sunset, I think he can be assured that the guiding principles of financial planning and resiliency will be carried on.

(The City’s Fiscal State of the City report and Council presentation can be accessed on the City’s home page www. san-clemente.org) In memory of A.J. Howard, the City’s Utilities Manager, who passed away this past weekend. A.J. was a true gentlemen and Marine. Semper Fi. 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.

F R O M T H E M I N D O F Z ELESKI

munication, connecting head to heart. When we abuse language through misrepresentation of words, we hinder healthy blood flow, ending up where we are today, in a deep hole blaming the other guy. Oops, there’s that word again.

We can do better. A lot better. But will we?

It depends on our use of the good word.

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A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and around town this week. COMPILED BY TAWNEE PRAZAK

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HOLIDAY EVENTS DOWNTOWN

The city of San Clemente kicks off the holiday season with the lighting of the Holiday Tree on Thursday, December 2.

The traditional start of the holiday season features Santa’s elves serving piping hot chocolate and delicious cookies while those in attendance await the arrival of Santa Claus. There is a reading of the 1823 classic T’was the Night Before Christmas, when Ol’ St. Nick arrives.

The mayor will then light the Community Holiday Tree at 6:30 p.m.

The event takes place at the San Clemente Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, and city officials urge all to stop by—whether you’ve been naughty or nice.

Puttin’ on the Glitz, the annual downtown celebration to usher in the holiday season, is scheduled for Saturday, November 27 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

In preparation for the event street closures will begin at 3 p.m. and remain in effect until 10 p.m. on the following streets: Avenida Del Mar from El Camino Real to Calle Seville and Ola Vista from Cabrillo to Granada. Reminder signs will be posted by Wednesday, November 24. —Jonathan Volzke and Andrea Swayne

GREETINGS PREVIEW NIGHT

SURF ARTIST BOOK SIGNING

PIANO BAR

GRAY WHALE WATCHING

8 p.m. Camino Real Playhouse presents a comedy that brings together Jewish and Catholic characters during the holidays. Runs through Dec. 19. Preview tickets $18. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.caminorealplayhouse.org.

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

THANKSGIVING

forecast: sunny • high: 63° low: 40°

TURKEY TROT

7 a.m. The annual 10k, 5k and kids’ run/walk events take place in the Dana Point Harbor. Proceeds benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County. Registration $15-$55. 949.496.1555, www.turkeytrot.com.

THANKSGIVING AT ADELE’S

7 a.m.-6 p.m. Complete turkey dinner at Adele’s. Call for reservations. 2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente, 949.366.1121, www.adelesatthesanclementeinn.com.

THANKSGIVING AT SCG

1 p.m.-7 p.m. Feast at Salt Creek Grille! 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

THANKS-FOR-GIVING BUFFET

12 p.m.-6 p.m. Dine with a beautiful view at the Ritz. Bring canned goods to help those in need. $110 per adult; $55 for children 3-12. 1 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Dana Point, 949.240.2000, www.ritzcarlton.com.

friday26 forecast: sunny • high: 66° low: 43°

HIKE OFF YOUR THANKSGIVING FEAST

9 a.m. Work off those holiday calories on a 3- to 4-mile hike at The Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy. Level: Moderate to strenuous.

Adults $10, kids $5, members free. Call for info and directions: 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy.org.

BIANCHI WINE TASTING

5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Rich Smith from Bianchi Winery in Paso Robles, pouring great wines for leftover turkey! Tasting fee is $15 for seven wines with cheese, crackers and chocolate. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

ALOHA FRIDAYS

9 p.m. Dress island-style, get happy hour specials all night and enjoy live music at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

DICK DALE

8 p.m. Acoustic show with guitarist legend featuring guest Jimmy Dale at The Coach House, also with Ken Garcia Band.

Tickets $25. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

DEEP WATER & BLUE STUBBS

7 p.m.-11 p.m. Live music acts at Adele’s. 2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente, 949.366.1121, www.adeles.biz.

ANNUAL WINTER FANTASY ART EVENT

The Sawdust Festival presents “A Palette of Holiday Treasures” featuring more than 170 exhibitors. Open weekends through Dec. 12. Tickets $3-$6. 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.494.3030, www.sawdustartfestival.org.

saturday27 forecast: partly cloudy • high: 64° low: 45°

THANKS TO THE BEACH OCEAN CLEANUP 9 a.m.-12 p.m. The last Adopt-a-Beach Cleanup of the year at Doheny Beach. Meet at Lifeguard Headquarters.

25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.6172, www.dohenystatebeach.org, www.danapoint.org.

SCIENCE OF GINGERBREAD

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Holiday exhibit at the Discovery Science Center with gingerbread fun! Features activities, shows, displays, cookie decorating, workshops and more. Open through Jan. 2. Adults $12.95, kids $9.95. 2500 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, 714.542.2823, www.discoverycube.org.

PUTTIN ON THE GLITZ

7:30 p.m.–11 p.m. Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com.

5 p.m.-9 p.m. An evening of holiday cheer, enchantment, shopping and fun for the whole family along Avenida Del Mar in San Clemente hosted by the DBA. Downtown shops stay open late, there will be photos with Santa and live entertainment.

949.218.5378, www.san-clemente.org.

A NICE FAMILY GATHERING

RUM SOAKED RAISINS

TIM CASH

8 p.m. Cabrillo Playhouse presents a hilarious and touching story about family, love and more. Tickets $15-$20. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 949.492.0465, www.cabrilloplayhouse.org.

FRAME OF MIND

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

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9 p.m. Music at Goody’s Tavern. 206 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.3400, www.goodystavern.com.

HOLIDAY GINGERBREAD DISPLAY

The Ritz Carlton is home to the ultimate gingerbread display with a surf-inspired theme. Free to view. 1 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Dana Point, 949.240.2000, www.ritzcarlton.com.

1 p.m.-3 p.m. Surf Artist John Van Hamersveld, known for creating the iconic The Endless Summer image, signs copies of his new book at the Surfing Heritage Foundation Store. 3333 Bear St., Costa Mesa, 714.800.1654, www.surfingheritage.org.

10 a.m.; 12 p.m.; 2 p.m. Gray whale season has begun and Dana Wharf has your front-row ticket to see the action! Adults $29, kids $19. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

FLOCK OF 80’S

7 p.m.-11 p.m. ’80s rock band at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

FIESTA NAVIDAD

7:30 p.m. Mariachi los Camperos de Nati Cano take you on a holiday-themed musical journey through Mexican culture at the Orange County Performing Arts Center. Tickets start at $30. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.ARTS, www.ocpac.org.

GROOVE LOUNGE

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

BROTHER

8 p.m. CD release party at The Coach House with Brother, Jack Avalon, Trevor Green and Deal by Dusk. Tickets $15.

33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

The first two people to email us with SC Times Free Concert Tix in the subject line will receive a pair of free concert tickets from The Coach House to see Dick Dale on November 26 or Brother on November 27. Please include your name and phone number in the e-mail.

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SAN CLEMENTE FARMERS MARKET

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

LEWIS & CLARK EXPEDITION ACROSS AMERICA

9 a.m.-5 p.m. Check out the exhibit that examines Lewis and Clark’s remarkable adventure at Mission San Juan Capistrano.

Runs through March. Free with admission $5–$9. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com.

JAZZ BRUNCH

11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tom Morey entertains during brunch at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

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Special Advertising Section

The holidays are here again and so is our annual SC Times Holiday Gift Guide. Whether your holiday shopping list includes presents for friends and family or an array of gifts for professional and business acquaintances, San Clemente and its neighboring cities provide an abundant source of great shopping opportunities. Local merchants also carry everything you need—from decorations to delicacies—to create a memorable celebration. So, shop locally this year. We’re sure you will find everything you need to delight everyone on your list. Happy Holidays!

GETTING OUT

SC Times Restaurant Spotlight

By Madi Swayne

Stacks Pancake House

34255 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, 949.429.2222

RATE IT!

BEST KNOWN FOR: Pancakes and coconut syrup MOST POPULAR ITEM: Captain Mac Nut French toast

Have you eaten at this restaurant?

Stacks Pancake House has been open for three weeks now and, according to co-owner Ovita Wijaya, “It’s been going great!” Ovita and her husband, Nixon Tanuwidjaja, are first-time restaurant owners but Nixon has been in the restaurant industry for almost 20 years. Nixon has a background in Japanese cuisine and spent three years in Hawaii working as a breakfast chef. The Hawaiian influence shows in the menu, which features many traditional items like Moco Loco (a hamburger patty on rice with eggs and gravy), Spam and eggs, Kalbi short ribs, Portuguese sausage and the must-have pancake and French toast topping of Hawaii—coconut syrup. Coconut syrup is hard to come by on the mainland and the fact that Stacks has it makes for some very excited customers indeed. The syrup tastes great on the popular Captain Mac Nut French toast (made with Hawaiian sweet bread and topped with Cap’n Crunch cereal and macadamia nuts), as well as the already famous Stacks pancakes. These flapjacks are light, fluffy and available in eight unique flavors. Try the banana macadamia nut variety with coconut syrup for a real taste treat.

Ovita Wijaya with banana & Nutella crepes, Captain Mac Nut French toast, eggs Benedict and macadamia nut pancakes. Photo by Madi Swayne

PRICE RANGE: $.95-$8.50 RESERVATIONS: Not necessary

PAYMENT: Cash, credit card HOURS: 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Sunday

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Humphry’s Sandwich Shop

¼ 800 Avenida Pico, Suite S, San Clemente, 949.361.1093 (Rated on a scale of 1–5 stars)

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SIGNATURE SAFARI

Capt. Dave’s Dolphin Safari gets you up-close and personal with whales and sea life aboard a high-tech catamaran sailboat. Call for times and ask about discounts. 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.488.2828, www.dolphinsafari.com.

DEBLOIS MILLEDGE

11 a.m.-2 p.m. Soulful acoustic music during brunch at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

MISSION TOURS

11:15 a.m.; 1 p.m.; 2:15 p.m.; 3:45 p.m. Special tours at Mission SJC to enhance your experience and learn the history of Mission grounds and California. Admission $5–$9 plus $1-$2 for tour.

26801 Ortega Hwy., 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com.

KIDS’ FISHING

12 p.m. Free fishing clinic on the dock followed by a half-day fishing trip for kids hosted by Dana Wharf every Sunday. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

AN IRISH CHRISTMAS

2 p.m. The Barclay Theatre presents a celebration of a Christmas evening in Ireland with music, traditional dance, storytelling, laughter and plenty of Irish soul. Call or go online for tickets.

4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, 949.854.4646, www.thebarclay.org.

SUNDAY FUNDAY

3 p.m.-7 p.m. Open mic at Caliente Coastal Cantina.

34085 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.493.0549, www.calientecoastalcantina.com.

UKULELE NIGHTS

5 p.m.-8 p.m. Bring your Ukulele, sing along or listen to the music at Hulaville’s newest event. Every Sunday. 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com

TARYN DONATH

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

monday29 forecast: sunny • high: 66° low: 45°

JAZZ LAB IN CONCERT

7 p.m. Saddleback College Jazz Studies presents a concert in McKinney Theatre featuring guest clarinetist Philip O’Connor.

Tickets $10 general; $7 students/seniors. 28000 Marguerite Pkwy., Mission Viejo, 949.582.4656, www.saddleback.edu/arts.

$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 and up! 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar; 949.429;.7067; www.scwinecompany.com.

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SENIOR BINGO

KIDS STORYTIME AT THE CASA

MOMMY MOVIE MONDAYS

INDIAN BASKET WEAVING

12:15 p.m. Games offered Mondays and Wednesdays Dana Point Community Center. 34052 Del Obispo St., Dana Point, 949.248.3536, www.danapoint.org.

10 a.m. Special screening of the movie Love and Other Drugs for parents of infants at the Krikorian, tickets $6.75. 641 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, 949.661.7469, www.kptmovies.com.

SMOKEY KARAOKE

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

tuesday30 forecast: sunny • high: 66° low: 46°

SENIOR CHRISTMAS TREE DECORATING LUNCHEON

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Senior event at the Dana Point Community Center. 34052 Del Obispo St., 949.248.3536, www.danapoint.org.

2-FOR-1 TUESDAYS

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.

CHRISTMAS FANTASIA 2010

8 p.m. Vanguard University presents a musical holiday celebration at the OC Performing Arts Center. Tickets start at $25. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.ARTS, www.ocpac.org.

CHERYL SILVERSTEIN DUO

7 p.m.-10 p.m. Smooth jazz at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

BENNY ON FLAMENCO GUITAR

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

SOUL REBEL ALLIANCE

8 p.m. Band plays at “Coastal Cruise Tuesdays” at Swallow’s Inn. 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com.

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10 a.m. Casa Romantica hosts storytime for youngsters ages 3-5; free. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

10 a.m.-1 p.m. The first and third Wednesdays of the month, experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano. Admission $5-$9. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.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.

THE DANIMALS

7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Live band at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

HOLIDAY BEER TASTING: HEARTY BREWS FOR THE HOLIDAYS

5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Join San Clemente Wine Company for their annual Holiday Beer Tasting with guest Bryon Molar of Wine Warehouse. Fantastic beers for your holiday feast or gift giving. Tasting fee is $15 for seven beers, plus tasty treats.

212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

UPCOMING: December 2

SOCSA FALL MUSICAL: LITTLE WOMEN

7 p.m. The South Orange County School of the Arts presents Little Women for their fall musical in Porthole Theater. Performances Thursday-Sunday through Dec. 11. $10-$12. 33333 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.240.1994, www.socsarts.org.

HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING

5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. San Clemente kicks off the holiday season with the tree lighting at the Community Center. Includes guest appearance by Santa and his elves, reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, yummy treats and more. Free. 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8264, www.san-clemente.org.

UPCOMING: December 3

HOLIDAY IN THE HARBOR

4 p.m.-8 p.m. Celebrate the holiday season in the Dana Point Harbor with family fun including appearances by Santa and Frosty the Snow Man, holiday crafts, puppet show, carolers, live music, performances and much more. www.danapointharbor.com.

forecast: mostly sunny • high: 65° low: 47°

HOLIDAY JEWELRY SALE

10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saddleback College Arts Department hosts a jewelry sale with handcrafted work in Student Services 212 through Dec. 2. 28000 Marguerite Pkwy., Mission Viejo, 949.582.4656, www.saddleback.edu/arts.

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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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Hospice Focuses on Life November is National Hospice Month; training for new volunteers scheduled

By Kirsten Amavisca Sacher San Clemente Times

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hey were so wonderful to me!”

Marilyn Jennings, volunteer for the Hospice Care of California, said of the hospice staff members who came to her house when her husband was sick. She had a social worker to handle logistics, a nurse to administer medication to her husband, a caretaker to help him with daily activities and volunteers ready to help.

During this time, Jennings needed the emotional support just as much as all the medical and logistical support. “A small gesture, like a hug or a talk, can just mean the world,” said Jennings, which is why she now offers her time as a volunteer for Hospice Care of California.

“Hospice care helps patients and families focus on living by allowing more time together with less stress and greater comfort,” said Ann Hablitzel, founder of Hospice Care of California.

Hospice provides a team of people to care for a patient, as Jennings saw firsthand. A San Clemente resident and nurse for 21 years, Tana Larson, recently joined the hospice team “because it’s more than just administering medicine, I’m caring for the person as a whole and their family.”

Hospice is a Medicare benefit for those no longer seeking curative treatment, and most private insurances work with hospice as well.

“There are many myths associated with hospice care,” explained Gary Tucker of San Juan Capistrano, who spent many years as a hospice chaplain. “But an important aspect to understand is that a patient can revoke hospice care at any time if they want to try a new treatment, and they can come back on the program at any time as well.”

While some may think hospice means a patient has given up on life, “those of us who have worked in the field have seen firsthand how hospice care can improve the quality of life,” said J. Donald Schumacher, president and CEO of the National Hospice and Palliative Care organization. “There is even a growing body of research showing that hospice care may prolong the lives of some people who receive care.”

And an integral part of hospice care, for both the patients and the staff, are the volunteers.

Volunteers allow nurses or family members to take a break, as well as being a much needed diversion or friend to the patients. www.sanclementetimes.com

Robert Arnold of San Clemente serves as a hospice worker. Photo by Heidi Mefferd

“The beauty of being a volunteer,” said Barbara Amavisca, Volunteer Coordinator for Hospice Care of California, “is that while doctors, nurses, and social workers have an agenda they need to complete, volunteers just go, visit and be a friend.”

At 84 years old, Robert Arnold from San Clemente has spent at least one day a week for three years visiting hospice patients as a volunteer. Sometimes he reads to the patients, takes them for a walk, or plays a game, but most often he finds himself chatting with the patients over a cup of tea.

“They like to talk and tell you about their lives, their friends and family,” Arnold said.

“They have all lead very interesting lives and enjoy telling you about it.”

Arnold appreciates volunteering for hospice because it’s personal and you can see the results. Although he has run successful companies and raised a large family, volunteering with hospice “always makes me feel like I accomplished something,” he said.

It’s not uncommon for volunteers to become great buddies with the patients they visit. Jennings, who used to be a hair stylist, never visits her patient without bringing her curling iron. “Last week I cut and curled her

hair and she just loved it!”

November is National Hospice Month, recognizing that over 1.5 million people receive care from the nation’s hospices every year, according to the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.

“Although November is a valuable time to raise awareness, the time a family might need us doesn’t occur only during this season,” Hablitzel said.

A volunteer training seminar with Hospice Care of California will be held early next year to train more volunteers for this special aspect of hospice care. The seminar will prepare volunteers so they won’t feel scared or insecure.

Training covers topics such as bereavement and dying, as well as state-mandated topics and anything else a volunteer might come up against. By the time volunteers go out and visit, they have a good idea of what to expect either visiting patients, or giving caregivers a break.

Time commitments differ for each volunteer, but the goal is that each patient who has requested a volunteer will get a visit once a week.

“If you have the time, volunteering for hospice is something that is very, very rewarding because you are doing something directly for someone else,” Arnold said. “And there is always a need for volunteers.”

The training session is January 21, January 28, and February 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Aliso Viejo Library on 1 Journey in Aliso Viejo. All sessions are mandatory for those considering visiting patients. Those interested in being a volunteer for Hospice Care of California can contact Barbara Amavisca at 714.577.9656 or at volunteer@hospicecareofca. org. SC

Losing Weight to Combat Hunger

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efore eating that third cookie or second piece of pie, think about giving it to someone who is still hungry at the end of Thanksgiving Day. Weight Watchers took this idea with their “Lose for Good” campaign, where the organization donated $1 to two national food charities for every pound of weight lost, up to $1 million nationwide.

San Clemente’s chapter of Weight Watchers lost 132 pounds over a seven-week period, and Weight Watchers matched their weight loss with $132 dollars to charity. Not only that, but the San Clemente chapter also brought in a canned food item for every pound lost, which the organization donated to Family Assistance Ministries (FAM), a local charity.

The program was very motivational to members losing weight, because “it wasn’t just for yourself, it was helping other people,” said Barbara Goldberg, a Weight Watchers group leader on Thursdays.

The Weight Watchers program looks forward to more weight loss with their enhanced program called “Points Plus,” which will be introduced next week.

San Clemente Weight Watchers meets Tuesdays at 6 p.m. and Thursdays at 11:45 p.m. at San Clemente Presbyterian Church, 119 Ave De La Estrella. SC —Kirsten Amavisca Sacher November 25–December 1, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 25

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Miriam “Miki” Ann Cumming Miriam “Miki” Ann Cumming, age 82 of San Clemente, CA. passed away peacefully with her family at her bedside on November 10, 2010.

Miki is survived by her husband Vic and their children Steve (wife Joan), Judi, Denny (wife Lorraine), Sandy (husband Richard), six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Miki was born in New Orleans, LA. on July 7, 1928. She moved to California where she raised her children Steve and Judi. Love and romance took her to South Africa with Vic in 1969 where she lived for 22 years. In South Africa she had the distinction of owning an airline, Margate Air. Miki returned with Vic to California in 1986 where they made their home in San Clemente.

Miki was involved with the community of San Clemente for many years. She was a member of Kiwanis since 1991 and became a lifetime member. She was honored to serve as President of the San Clemente Kiwanis Club and served as Lieutenant Governor of the Division 41 Cal-Nev-Ha Division. Miki was instrumental in the many fund raising projects to benefit children including the Special Olympics. Miki was honored countless times by the Kiwanians for her dedication and distinguished service.

Miki was a reporter and journalist for 15 years with the Sun Post News authoring a weekly article “Citizen of the Day”. This experience afforded her the opportunity to meet many San Clemente citizens. Miki truly cherished her writing experiences.

Miki was a member of St. Clements by the Sea, Episcopal Church in San Clemente where she was involved with the sponsoring of Peaceful Warriors, an at risk children’s Tae kwando club. Miki was named the patron saint of this club.

Miki will be greatly missed by her family and friends. A memorial service will take place on December 9, 2010 at 4pm at St. Clements by the Sea, Episcopal Church. The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made in her name to the St. Clements by the Sea Peaceful Warriors, 202 Avenida Aragon, San Clemente, CA. 92672.

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Computer Services Computer Anxiety?

Extremely patient HS teacher will help you become computer proficient. Free 1/2 hour in-home consultation. Russ 949-244-8574

Entertainment TO MY LOVE Indigo, I just wanted to tell you I love you in a different way today. Have a great day sweetheart! Love Your Husband, Christopher

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Help Wanted EMPLOYMENT Employees sought - part-time account representatives, sales payment and bookkeepers. Computer literacy, 1-2 hours of internet access weekly, If you are interested please contact lloyd1870@gmail.com.

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Afternoon receptionist/health room assistant for Our Lady of Fatimia Parish School. 11:30 - 3:15 M-F. Need to know Microsoft Word and Excel.

Must have patience and good organizational skills.

Call 949 492-7320 PROGRAM AIDE – GRIPCARE Part-time Program Aide position to work with middle-school students. Hours will be prior to school hours: 7 am – 9 am, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 7 am – 10 am Tuesday. Duties will include planning and implementing activities in one or more of the following areas: education; social recreation; arts and crafts; and physical education.

Requirements: high school diploma, experience working with children, communication skills to deal with children and with the general public (bilingual in Spanish a plus), CPR and first aid certified.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley is an equal opportunity employer. If interested, please contact Nicole Belair, Unit Director, at 949.240.7898 extension *19 or by email at nbelair@bgccapo.com.

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Misc. Education ServiCes IN-HOME TEACHER I am credentialed and have a Masters Degree in Education. I will develop lessons for students based on their current needs. I have 10 years experience in all grade levels and a high success rate with student grade improvement even with the most reluctant learner. Excellent references upon request.

Call 949-363-8414.

The OC English Tutor Award winning tutor at Saddleback’s Tutoring Center Competitive pricing, evenings preferred (949) 682-8133 english.oc.tutor@gmail.com

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ACNE/PROBLEM SKIN Proderma 800 S. El Camino Real Ste. 205

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Cheese Shop Children’s Clothing

949.234.9857

Mac & Madi

949.366.6226 203 Avenida Del Mar, www.macandmadi.com

CHIROPRACTORS

Air conditioning 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

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

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

Dr. R. Tyler Johnson DC, Chiropractic Center 1502 N. El Camino Real, 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

Greenscapes Landscape & Design 949.366.6564 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.greenscapesoc.com

Financial Advisor

949.492.3663 949.498.9007 The Cellar 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

ACUPUNCTURE Clemente Acupuncture acudoc333@aol.com

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

GRAPHIC DESIGN Images/Creative Solutions 949.366.2488 2927 Via San Gorgoinio, Ste. 100, www.imgs.com

HAIR SALONS

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

Heating

Home Décor

949.361.9656

CONTRACTORS - GENERAL

San Clemente Window Fashions www.sc-wf.com

Dentists 949.498.9515

HOME IMPROVEMENT

CARPET & FLOORING Anaheim Carpet & Flooring 949.366.6564 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.anaheimcarpet.net

Trust Lange & Minnott

1401 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 109

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MOTORCYLE PARTS & SERVICE SC Rider Supply

949.388.0521 520 S. El Camino Real, www.scridersupply.com

OFFICE FURNITURE

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

www.nminteriordesign.com Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 Entertainment 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G-105, DJ Services 949.874.2540 INTERIOR MAKEOVERS www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com KilltheTreble@yahoo.com Casa Verde Homes Shaw’s Carpets 949.492.8070 www.casaverdehomes.com 135 Avenida Victoria Estate Planning, Probate, Capistrano Beach Steam Clean 949.240.5875 www.steamcleaningdanapoint.com Pete McKenzie Carpet Cleaning 949.492.5370

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

Custom Carpentry, Concrete Framing & Finish South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 Ike Soffes

949.363.3087 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

Eric Johnson, D.D.S. 949.493.9311 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 209, INTERIOR DECORATING & REDESIGN www.drericjohnson.com BOOKS The Home & Garden Stylist/ 949.218.8022 Ronald Trosper, DDS 949.492.7140 Village Book Exchange 949.492.1114 145 Ave Del Mar, www.downtownsanclemente.com Vignettes of Refinement San Clemente, www.vignettesofrefinement.com 99 Avenida Serra Rooms With A View - One-Day Makeover ELECTRICAL BUSINESS COMPUTER SERVICE, REPAIR Using Existing Furnishings 949.492.8566 Arcadia Electric 949.361.1045 www.roomswithavu.com OC - IT

949.488.0029 www.arcadiaelectric.com 970 Calle Negocio, www.oc-it.com Gallagher Electric

949.412.6602 INTERIOR DESIGN P.O. Box 986, www.gallagher-electric.com CARPET Norma Mardian Interior Design 949.492.6271

CARPET CLEANING

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

South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 109 Calle de los Molinos, Janet Poth - Violin & Viola 949.922.6388 www.southcoastfurniture.com 413 Calle Pueblo, janpoth@aol.com

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949.481.8444 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.bconstruction.net HOME LOANS The Cooper Company General Contractor OC Tykes

949.429.1714 License #B 638754, 949.361.2538 Coldwell Banker Home Loans - 949.307.7982 201 N. El Camino Real, www.octykes.com www.biffcooperconstruction.com nmls#261832. Tom Fashing, Mortgage Advisor, Dunham Construction, Inc.

949.492.7100 Bankruptcy Attorneys tom.fashing@mortgagefamily.com License #450880, www.dunhamconstruction.net The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 Hutton Construction 949.492.2808 HOUSE CLEANING 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com www.brucehuttonconstruction.com Betty’s House Cleaning 949.370.2920 Beauty Supply David Miller - Wonderful Windows 949.369.7263 COSMETICS www.wonderfulwindows.com Del Mar Beauty Supply 949.492.8180 Mary Kay Cosmetics 949.248.2868 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste D, www.delmarbeauty.com www.marykay.com/madams2

BABY & CHILDREN’S GEAR

Body Therapy/Healing 949.683.2033 San Clemente, www.cfrpassion.com C’Siren Day Spa

949.498.7700 312 Avenida De La Estrella

MATTRESSES

Kreative Hair Design 949.498.6245 173 Avenida Serra

All Season Air 949.579.0741 COMPUTER REPAIR & SERVICES allseasonair@gmail.com, www.allseasonair.net Oasis Heating & Air 949.420.1321 San Clemente Computer & Network Services daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 31648 Rancho Viejo Rd. Ste. A, www.oasisair.com Sano Computers

949.492.2179 HOLIDAY LIGHTING www.sanocomputers.com Solution Tek-nologies 949.400.0080 Miller’s Holiday Lighting 949.369.7263 San Clemente, www.solutiontek-nologies.com

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Costa Verde Landscape 949.361.9656 FLOORING License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 www.costaverdelandscaping.com 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G -105, Mantels www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com Mostly Mantels 949.498.8778 FURNITURE 114 Calle de Los Molinos, Ste. C, South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 www.mostlymantels.com 109 Calle de los Molinos, Massage Therapy www.southcoastfurniture.com

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Optometry San Clemente Optometry, David J. Nota, OD 224 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.2029 www.sanclementeoptometry.com Seaside Eyecare

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5 BEST BETS BASKETBALL

Kings vs. Clippers, Staples Center Nov. 25, 7:30 p.m.

LA’s other team is starting to gain some traction and will face its rivals from NorCal for a Thanksgiving Day meeting.

Info: www.nba.com/clippers

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BOYS BASKETBALL

Faculty/Alumni Game, San Clemente High School Nov. 26, 3:30 p.m.

Roundball is on the rise once again as the JV and varsity Tritons take in a fun game before the regular season tips off.

The varsity girls also play at 5:30 p.m.

BASKETBALL

Pacers vs. Lakers Staples Center Nov. 28, 6:30 p.m.

The purple and gold return home from a road game against Utah in time to host the Indiana Pacers.

Info: www.nba.com/lakers

HOCKEY

The Tritons varsity soccer team hits the pitch for a non-league game against the Dana Hills Dolphins.

It’ll be an icy battle for SoCal bragging rights as the Anaheim Ducks host the Los Angeles Kings.

Info: www.ducks.nhl.com

Info: www.sctritons.com

Info: www.sctritons.com

School Triton cross country runner—a record for SCHS for both the boys and girls teams.

Sophomore transfer Sara Kebede lost her shoe in the first few seconds of last week’s race, but continued on, and finished fourth for the team, helping to solidify the San Clemente’s advancement to state. The team members include Ali Palmer, Katy Smith, Molly Mann, Sierra Wallen, Madison Huffman, Sara Kebede, Nashossa Raulston, Melissa Eisele, and Adrienne Granados.

Next 7 days: Nov. 27 at California State Meet at Woodward Park in Fresno, TBA

Triton Report

By David Zimmerle

FOOTBALL • With its offense stymied on

the night, San Clemente High’s varsity football team exited the first round of the Division 1 CIF-SS Pac-5 playoffs losing 24-7 while on the road at Lakewood High on Friday, November 19.

With both sides scoreless heading into the second quarter, the Lancers locked down the first points of the game as quarterback Tyler Schultz connected with Todd Barr for a 16-yard touchdown pass and a 7-0 lead. Lakewood pushed the margin to 10-0 when kicker Alex Boy knocked a 22-yard field goal through the uprights before the end of the first half.

At the start of the third quarter, Schultz spotted Dupree Jordan-Roberts for an 18-yard touchdown pass as the Tritons could only try and play catch up from here.

Down 17-0 heading into the third quarter, the Tritons (8-3) got its only points of the game off a 3-yard rushing touchdown from running back Mike Elespuru.

Lakewood (10-1) then rolled to victory icing the win with its final touchdown in the fourth quarter—a 3-yard rushing touchdown from running back KJaye Rodgers.

BOYS SOCCER

Dolphins vs. TriKings vs. Ducks, tons, San Clemente Honda Center High School Nov. 29, 7 p.m.

Nov. 29, 5 p.m.

Quarterback Travis Wilson tries to slip past a duo of defenders while staying focused on his downfield target. Photo by Brian Miller

Elespuru and Nick Pasquale each finished with 25 yards rushing for the Tritons, while quarterback Travis Wilson led the ground game with 68 yards rushing.

Jacob Graff had a team high 72 yards receiving while Jordan Micalef followed with 62 yards receiving.

Wilson was 13-of-28 on the night with two interceptions and 172 yards passing.

GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY • For the

fourth consecutive year, the girls cross country team is still the only San Clemente

team at the high school competing in the playoffs after Thanksgiving. The girls ran at a rain-soaked alternate course at Mt. San Antonio College in the CIF-SS Finals on Saturday, November 20. Led by the South Coast League champion Melissa Eisele’s top 20 finish, the girls finished in seventh place overall and now advance to the state meet yet again.

At the state meet last year, the team finished in third place, only three seconds away from first. This will be Senior Ali Palmer’s 41st race as a San Clemente High

Jacob Graff jets upfield with a slew of Lakewood Lancers in hot pursuit. Photo by Brian Miller

San Clemente’s Brad Parks Named Wheelchair Tennis Ambassador

By San Clemente Times

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he USTA recently announced that Brad Parks, 53, of San Clemente and the founder of wheelchair tennis, was selected as one of six ITF (International Tennis Federation) Wheelchair Tennis Ambassadors to help promote wheelchair tennis worldwide.

The ambassadors will make themselves available to engage with media in their own countries or at key events, such as the Grand Slam tournaments, to assist with the promotion of the sport. The ITF will also fund the ambassadors to attend all Grand Slams tournaments.

“I am extremely honored to have been asked to be an ambassador of wheelchair tennis for the ITF,” said Parks. “The sport of wheelchair tennis has been such an important

part of my life and I am very pleased to be able to give back to the sport and the ITF. After my accident wheelchair tennis gave me back a sport that I could enjoy with able-bodied friends Brad Parks. Staff photo and family and then as the sport grew it gave me the opportunity to compete at sports’ highest levels. I hope and look forward to contributing whatever I can to the sport that has given me so much.”

Parks is the pioneering founder of wheelchair tennis. Injured during a freestyle skiing competition when he was 18, the American began experimenting with tennis as recreational therapy, and in 1976 wheelchair tennis was born. Parks and several

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other disabled athletes began promoting wheelchair tennis in numerous exhibitions and clinics in the United States. The sport quickly grew as a result of this high exposure level, and in 1977, the first wheelchair tennis tournaments were held.

Parks staged the first international wheelchair tennis event, the US Open, in Irvine, California. He served as Tournament Chairman for 18 years, setting the standard for others to follow. He also played on the wheelchair tennis tour and won the gold medal in doubles at the 1992 Paralympic Games in Barcelona with the late Randy Snow. For his contributions to wheelchair tennis, Parks recently became the first person associated with wheelchair tennis to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

Wheelchair tennis became a fully inte-

grated part of the ITF in 1997 and has since become one of the fastest growing Paralympic sports, currently played in more than 100 countries. The NEC Wheelchair Tennis Tour, organized by the ITF, currently consists of 160 tournaments in more than 40 countries offering more than $1 million in prize money.

The tour includes wheelchair tennis events at all four Grand Slam tournaments.

Joining Parks as ITF Wheelchair Tennis Ambassadors are 1997 US Open semifinalist Jonas Bjorkman (SWE), esteemed wheelchair and pro tennis coach Sven Groenfeld (NED), former wheelchair world No. 1 David Hall (AUS), table tennis and wheelchair tennis Paralympian Monique Kalkman (NED) and current ATP pro and former world No. 5 Tommy Robredo (ESP).

For more information email wheelchairtennis@itftennis.com. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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SCOREBOARD YOUTH BASEBALL

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

SC’S TRITONS BLACK 11U BASEBALL TEAM WINS LITTLE LEAGUE DISTRICT 68 TITLE In an all-San Clemente championship game, the SC Tritons Black beat another San Clemente Tritons team by the final score of 3-2 in the District 68 Competitive Winterball Championship on Sunday, November 14 at Curtis Field in Mission Viejo.

Seeded seventh out of eight teams going into the weekend tournament, the Tritons Black beat the No. 2 seeded Viejo 8-6. The boys then tied the No. 3 seeded Rancho Courtesy photo Santa Margarita Knights 3-3 in a very tight game that went a full seven innings. Going into the finals, they went on to beat the No. 4 seeded team, also from San Clemente.

The key to victory for the Tritons Black was solid pitching and defense. The Tritons Black is led by manager Terry Iles, and coaches Dale Goode and Steve McGreevy. Players on the team include Jimmy Cusey, Darren Fuchs, Adam Gohr, Kai Goode, Dawson Iles, Shane Kimbrough, Robbie Lindgren, Michael McGreevy, Kyler Presho-Hartung, Scott Royer, Nate Siebert and Zac Skov.

The Division C Steelers flag football team gather for a photo after its big win.

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San Clemente Flag Football Teams Hoist Trophies The following are the results of the championships games that were played last weekend: The Division B Championships saw the Colts beat the Eagles, the Division C Championships had the Steelers beating the Cowboys and the Division D Championships also saw the Steelers beat the Broncos. Sportsmanship awards this season went to the Division D Ravens, the Division C Steelers and the Division B Vikings.

YOUTH SOCCER

YOUTH GYMNASTICS CARLY IBBOTSON TAKES FIRST PLACE IN FLOOR AND ALL AROUND AT LEVEL 6 STATE MEET Carly Ibbotson, 9, a fourth grader at Concordia Elementary, recently competed in Level 6 at the Southern California State Championships and had her best meet ever scoring 37.825 in the all around and winning first place in the state in 8-14 all age groups.

She came in third on vault with a score of 9.425, second on bars with a 9.45, second on beam with a 9.5 and first on floor with a 9.45. Ibbotson trains at Azarian Gymnastics in Aliso Viejo. She and her two teammates also won first place for Level 6 mini-team taking home the trophy. Next month she will begin her optional season in Level 7.

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Carly Ibbotson. Courtesy photo

SAN CLEMENTE UNITED GIRLS U14 WIN LEAGUE The San Clemente Girls U14 soccer team recently won league by eight points, scoring over 50 goals and posting 11 shutout victories in 14 games. The majority of girls on the team live in San Clemente. Players include: Cori Pflaster, Rebecca Zimmerman, Sydney Becker, Alex Robertson, Marissa Pierce, Luz Cruz, Kaylee Kelly, Melanie Harry, Alden Miller, Kristen Laurent, Katleyn Miner, Taylor Short, Laila Rayborn, Nicolette Slivkoff, Sonia Clinkinbeard and Kira Connolly. The team is led by head coach Chris Murray and assisted by coaches Jesse Hardeman and Neil Hopkins.

TRIATHLON USA TRIATHLON NAMES 2010 COACHES OF THE YEAR USA Triathlon announced last week that three of the top multisport coaches in the United States—Melissa Mantak, Keith Dickson and Beth Sanden—have been honored as the 2010 USA Triathlon Coaches of the Year.

Mantak (Denver, Colo.) was chosen as USA Triathlon’s National Coach of the Year; Dickson (Geneva, Ill.) was honored as the Developmental Coach of the Year; and Sanden (San Clemente) was selected as the Volunteer Coach of the Year.

A USA Triathlon-certified Level III coach and a former standout athlete on the international level, Mantak guided two of the top U.S. elite triathletes—Matt Chrabot and Jillian Petersen—to outstanding 2010 campaigns. Chrabot finished the ITU World Championship Series as the top-ranked American and 12th overall. He posted the top WCS finish for a U.S. athlete in 2010 with a fourth-place showing in Kitzbühel, Austria, and closed his season by earning his second career PATCO Pan American Championship title in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Petersen, who was third at this year’s Pan American Championship, finished 2010 as the No. 4 American and 32nd overall in the WCS series rankings.

Dickson has coached more than 100 youth and junior athletes as a part of the Multisport Madness Triathlon Team, including some of the top up-and-coming multisport athletes in the U.S. Among Dickson’s athletes are five of the six members of the U.S. team for the 2010 ITU Junior World Championship, as well as a pair of Youth Olympic Games medalists—Kevin McDowell (silver) and Kelly Whitley (bronze).

A mentor for the Challenged Athletes Foundation, Sanden coached a number of top paratriathletes and able-bodied athletes to outstanding performances in 2010. She also worked to set up handcycling clinics in San Clemente and Sunset Beach, Calif., and served as a volunteer swim coach at the Ocean Festival. Additionally, Sanden works as a volunteer coach for CAF and served as a coach for the 2010 USA Triathlon Junior Triathlon Festival in San Diego. Also a competitive athlete, Sanden completed 11 triathlons this year, as well as the Boston and New York marathons.

“Helping others while doing what I love, then to be the beneficiary of so much gratitude that I’m being honored for is an amazing feeling,” Sanden said. “It’s not the duration of my life that counts, but the donation.”

There are currently more than 1,800 USA Triathlon-certified coaches in the U.S. To learn more about becoming a certified coach, visit usatriathlon.org.

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From left: Head coach Jim Sullivan, Stefan Dahlbeck, Sean Sullivan, James Bohls, Matthew Fairon, Jake Brown, Jacob Rinaldo, Beau Merritt, Kyle Sroka and Dane Glaze. Courtesy photo

BOYS U9 EXTRA TEAM FINISHES SEASON STRONG The AYSO Boys U9 Extra team finished its fall season going undefeated in its last seven games. The highlight of that stretch was a thrilling 1-0 win over eventual league champion Ladera Ranch, leaving the squad with its only loss of the season. Dane Glaze scored the game-winning goal and the defense, led by Matthew Fairon, Stefan Dahlbeck and goalkeeper Jacob Rinaldo, put the high-scoring Ladera team on ice in the shutout. “The team just kept getting better every week, and we ended up beating a number of really good teams down the stretch,” coach Jim Sullivan said. The team’s impressive second half run was sparked by the outstanding mid-field play of Jake Brown, Beau Merritt and Kyle Sroka, while the increase in goal scoring and assists were led by James Bohls and Sean Sullivan. The team finished the year with an overall record of six wins, three losses and three ties.

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Grom of the Week Ethan Carlston Age: 15, San Clemente High School Ethan Carlston started this season with a new intensity and focus. Sure he has always put in the practice time and with each new season his progress has been evident. But, this year, there’s something different—he’s more driven. Ethan is surfing on the San Clemente High School team, competing in the WSA Gatorade Championship Tour and also surfing in the Surfing America Prime Series. He surfs a minimum of six days a week and often fits in multiple sessions per day. He is also training with Dean Sports Consultants (DSC) working on core strength, flexibility and mindset, in preparation for competition at the Pro Junior level. He has also become intent on watching and learning from the best pros in the sport today. “I watch as many videos Photo by Jack McDaniel/mcdanielphoto.com of the best guys as I can. I study their surfing and then try to apply certain techniques they do, like body posture and the way they approach the wave,” said Ethan. “Then I surf as much as I can and try to incorporate what I’ve learned. I’m also working on adding more innovation to my surfing.” His dedication is showing as he is currently ranked number 3 in the WSA U16 division and 16 in the highly competitive Surfing America Prime U16 ranks. Ethan hopes to travel to Hawaii in February for some intensive training and to capitalize on the larger winter swells.

Docents Do

SURF RESULTS AND BOARD SHORTS

A look at Surfing Heritage Foundation’s docents

Western Surfing Association (WSA) Gatorade Championship Tour, Event No. 4 November 20-21, 2010, Pismo Beach, Pier

By Denny Michael San Clemente Times

T

he word docent is an interesting one.

It’s an old word that is not used as often as it once was. Here are a few descriptions from a couple of sources: From Wikipedia: Docent is a title at some European universities to denote a specific academic appointment within a set structure of academic ranks.

Docent is also at some universities generically used for a person who has the right to teach.

From Merriam-Webster: 1 : a college or university teacher or lecturer 2 : a person who leads guided tours especially through a museum or art gallery From the above references the Surfing Heritage Foundation likes to think that their docents who volunteer time have stretched the old meaning a bit. This is because these docents are not merely lecturers or guided tour specialists—no, these people have a little bit of salt water running in their veins.

The Surfing Heritage Docents have many points of reference connecting them to surfing but the strongest link is that they are all practicing waterman and women. Surfing, its history and practice surround them. Frankly, many of the docents are more at home in the water than on land. They all have a deep understanding of the history of surf and therefore can teach it well.

Some in fact are woven into the fabric of surf history itself with their own special stories. Take for example Allan Seymour; Seymour grew up in our local area where he still lives today. He began surfing in the mid-1950s and made a career in the lifestyle sport as a sales representative and contest promoter. As

Henry Ford showcasing the classic drop knee turn.

Photo by Leroy Grannis, courtesy of the SHF

Docent Allan Seymour giving a tour of the Surfing Heritage Foundation to ladies from the Red Hat Society.

Photo courtesy of SHF

one of the first cultural observers to realize that a market was developing for surfing collectables, he launched Pacific Coast Vintage Surf Auction, providing an annual forum for buyers and sellers to trade boards, artwork and more from surfing’s past. Today he runs a surfing collectable website; Classicsurf.com and is deeply involved in the surf industry.

Another docent is Henry Ford from San Clemente. In Bruce Brown’s earlier surf films, Ford is featured in various sections of San Clemente from out front of Dale Velzy’s surf shop on Coast Highway to being at Poche Beach before there was a Shorecliffs development. Ford has done everything in surfing. He is a Hemosa Beach Surfers Hall of Fame winner, was a lifeguard, is a successful surf event promoter and currently directs the World Longboard Championships. In the Matt Warshaw book, The Encyclopedia of Surfing, the description of the classic surf move, the drop knee turn, is captured perfectly via a picture taken from the lens of legendary surf photographer Leroy Grannis featuring Ford performing the maneuver— an iconic shot of classic surfing at its best.

Corky Carroll (another local area surf legend) said it well in a recent article he wrote about Henry; “the legendary Californian is a mainstay in many aspects of our surfing culture. The surfer, Henry Ford, is a classic dude.”

Allan and Henry are just a few of many Surfing Heritage docents that lend a bit of their own background and history to the Foundation. It’s this special collection of dedicated people that give their time and effort to help preserve surfing’s history that makes the Surfing Heritage docents special

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indeed.

Ask for a docent led tour the next time you visit the Surfing Heritage Foundation—you may be surprised what you’ll learn. Please call in advance to make an appointment.

The Surfing Heritage Foundation is located at 110 Calle Iglesia in San Clemente. They can be reached by phone at 949.388.0313 ext.

0 or on the web at www.surfingheritage.org.

Business hours are Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and visiting hours are Monday through Saturday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Groups can be accommodated at other times by appointment. SC

Surf ForecasT Water temp: 58-62˚F Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: 10-15’+ Fair; Catalina: 15-20’ Fair+ Remarks: A small mix of Northwest and Southwest swell prevails on Thursday. Moderate surge and fair visibility make for generally poor+ diving conditions.

Short range: A small, clean, peaky mix of Southwest and Northwest swells prevails on Thursday. Most breaks stay down in the 1-3’ rang(ankle-waist), with a few slightly larger peaks for top spots. Winds are light offshore for clean conditions, although conditions remain poor to fair due to lack of size.

Long range: A small mix of Northwest and Southwest swell prevail heading into the weekend. Most breaks see mainly 1-2-3’(ankleknee-waist) high surf during this time. Conditions are clean, but generally looking poor to fair at best due to lack of size.

Local finishers only. MICRO GROM BOYS/ GIRLS U9: 3. Cooper Sutton, San Clemente; 5. Cole Mezak, San Juan Capistrano; 6. Kade Matson, San Clemente. BOYS/GIRLS U10: 3. Ethan Mudge, Capistrano Beach; 6. Trevor Sutton, San Clemente. BOYS U12: 1. Cole Houshmand, San Clemente. BOYS U16: 6.

Ethan Carlston, San Clemente. BOYS U18: 6. Kevin Schulz, San Clemente. GIRLS U12: 5. Ellie Bosse, San Clemente. GIRLS U14: 2. Kirra Connolly, San Clemente; 3. Kristen Laurent, San Clemente. GIRLS U16: 3. Malia Osterkamp, San Clemente; 5. Kirra Connolly, San Clemente; 6. Kristen Laurent, San Clemente. GIRLS U18: =4. Madi Swayne, San Clemente. BOYS LONGBOARD U14: 2. Ethan Mudge, Capistrano Beach. JR. LONGBOARD U18: 3. Casey Powell, San Clemente. GIRLS LONGBOARD U18: 2. Tory Gilkerson, San Clemente. MEN 18–29: 4. Levi Gregory, San Clemente. MASTERS 30–39: 4. Brian Hill, San Clemente. LEGENDS 50+: 1. Kyle Twitchell, San Clemente. OPEN WOMEN: 4. Madi Swayne, San Clemente; 5. Alexandra Moyers, San Clemente. OPEN MEN LONGBOARD: 4.

Rick Ekstein, Dana Point. WOMEN’S LONGBOARD 18+: 1. Tory Gilkerson, San Clemente; 2. Sheri Crummer, San Clemente.

NSSA Southwest Open, Event No. 6 Postponed Due to wind and weather conditions the National Scholastic Surfing Association (NSSA) Southwest Conference Open, Event No. 6 originally schedule for November 20 and 21 in Newport Beach, has been rescheduled for January 29 and 30 at the Huntington Beach Pier. According to Executive Director Janice Aragon, due to many scheduling conflicts NSSA was unable to reschedule this event in Newport Beach and regrets any inconvenience this postponement may have caused.

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