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Groundbreaking News from Camp Pendleton Construction begins on new Naval Hospital at neighboring Marine base E Y E O N S C / PAG E 6

A rendering of the $394-million, 500,000-square-foot project that will replace a 37-year-old facility.

Rendering courtesy of US Navy

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LOCAL NEWS & IN-DEPTH REPORTING

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO Lieutenant John Meyer, a 26-year Orange County Sheriff’s veteran, has been named San Juan Capistrano’s new Chief of Police Services, after Lt. Dan Dwyer announced he will retire from the post next month.Meyer is expected to begin overseeing the department—which includes four sergeants, two investigators, 21 deputies, two community services officers and 30 Associated Senior Action Program members—early next month.

Meyer currently serves as a shift watch commander at the Theo Lacy jail. Meyer, who was promoted to lieutenant in May, served as the administrative sergeant for Mission Viejo for more than four years and worked as a field operations patrol supervisor for more than five years in Laguna Niguel and Mission Viejo.

Before that, he served as a patrol deputy and field training officer for 10 years throughout South Orange County.

DANA POINT

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Next Door W hat ’s goin g on in our n e ig h b oring towns

Three newly elected council members were sworn in at the Dana Point City Council meeting on Monday, December 13. The two reelected incumbents—Steven Weinberg and Lisa Bartlett—and newcomer Bill Brough took the oath of office. All three will serve fouryear terms. The council voted unanimously for last year’s Mayor Pro Tem Scott Schoeffel to serve as mayor in 2011. Schoeffel’s first official duty as mayor was nominating Lara Anderson to serve as 2011 mayor pro tem.

Anderson was also voted in unanimously.

Both will serve one-year terms in these posts.

Outgoing councilman Joel Bishop was recognized for his service during the meeting by a number of community members, organizations and council members. The new council lineup then took turns thanking outgoing Mayor Steven Weinberg, as well as welcoming new council member Brough.

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…Suicide at Golf Course?

THE LATEST: A group of early morning golfers at San Clemente’s Municipal Golf Course made a gruesome discovery Sunday morning when they found the body of a 23-year-old white male in a bunker at the first green.

Dylan Carlson of San Clemente died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the Orange County Coroner’s Office.

The death appears to be an isolated incident and is considered a suicide, according to Orange County Sheriff’s Department Lead Investigator Dan Salcedo.

“No foul play is suspected,” said Salcedo, who noted that an autopsy would be performed in the next couple of days.

Resident Brian Leimbach, who lives across the street from the golf course, said that police officers knocked on his door around 8:20 a.m. this morning and asked if he had heard a loud bang. Leimbach said he had not heard anything. Neighbor Josh Joseph also said he didn’t hear anything out of the ordinary this morning.

The estimated time of death was 6 a.m.

WHAT’S NEXT: A memorial will be held at 5 p.m. Sunday, December 19 at the Talega Swim and Athletic Club, 100 Calle Altea.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.facebook.com and search for “Dylan Carlson.”

—Norb Garrett

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…More Beach Sand?

THE LATEST: Nature naturally pushes sand with wind and water, and the city pushes back.

The city has an ongoing project in an attempt to protect the structures on the beaches to ensure that residents and visitors can enjoy San Clemente’s key recreational amenity 365 days a year. Officials say they’ve been successful by “sand pushing,” which is performed once before winter to protect structures such as restrooms, concession buildings and bridges from winter storms.

The city’s annual sand pushing budget is $14,000 and the city conducts sand pushing 15 to 20 days each year. The pre-winter www.sanclementetimes.com

sand pushing takes four days to complete and costs the city about one-fourth of the amount budgeted.

The winter sand pushing was completed earlier this month. City officials say the practice also saves money from the process, which if not done, could very likely result in a failure of the structures from a significant wave wash, and subsequent repair/rebuild costs incurred by the city.

WHAT’S NEXT: During the spring the second round of sand pushing will take place to restructure the beach for recreational use during the summer. Spring sand pushing is completed before grunion season.

FIND OUT MORE: www.san-clemente.org —Jonathan Volzke

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…High School Graduation Rates?

THE LATEST: Capistrano Unified School District graduated 97.3 percent of its high school students in 2008-09, the best graduation rate among the state’s large districts, CUSD reports.

Statistics released this month by the California Department of Education show that the percentage of CUSD high school students who graduated in 2008-09, the last year for which graduation and dropout data has been compiled, increased from 95.7 percent the previous year. The district’s dropout rate also declined. For the class of 2008, the district had a four-year dropout rate of 3.7 percent. The rate dropped to 2.4 percent for the class of 2009, the second lowest rate in the county, the district said.

According to the state website, 13 students dropped out of San Clemente High in 2008-09—11 in grade 12. The website says 54 dropped out district wide.

Statewide, CUSD graduated the highest percentage of students among districts with more than 35,000 pupils in 2008-09. For that same year, CUSD was ranked third in Orange County, behind Laguna Beach and Los Alamitos.

WHAT’S NEXT: “Some may think that high school graduation is a given, but earning a diploma takes a commitment from parents,

New reactor heads are unloaded in preparation for the start of installation in January 2012. The cost of the reactor head replacement and enhancement project is approximately $200 million.

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teachers and students,” Superintendent Joseph M. Farley said in a statement. “This district has done a superb job at ensuring that student achievement remains the number one focus. Not only have the teachers and staff maintained a high standard, but they continue to raise the bar and find ways to provide even better instruction for our students.”

FIND OUT MORE: See the Beyond the Blackboard blog at www.sanclementetimes.com —JV

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…More Work at SONGS?

THE LATEST: San Onofre Nuclear Generat-

ing Station on Monday received two new reactor vessel heads that officials say will make the plant more efficient and safer for those who work there.

The reactor heads, which weigh 140 tons each contain the heat and pressure produced by the nuclear reactions.

Pete Dietrich, new Southern California Edison chief nuclear officer, said the new reactor vessel heads will provide increased operating efficiency and worker safety that, in addition to increasing plant output by 48 megawatts, enough extra power to meet the needs of 31,000 average homes.

SCE is the plant’s operator. The plant (Cont. on page 5)

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Eye on SC (Cont. from page 3) provides more than 20 percent of the electricity for 15 million people.

WHAT’S NEXT: Edison is working on a $680 million replacement of four older steam generators. The work required cutting temporary holes in the sides of each of San Onofre’s concrete containment domes.

The new reactor heads will be installed in January 2012.

Southern California Edison (SCE) has also begun the rigorous review process required prior to applying to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for the renewal of the operating licenses of the two reactors at the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station. Plant personnel have begun the engineering assessments and evaluations to demonstrate that San Onofre’s systems and components can continue to operate safely for an additional 20 years beyond the current operating licenses expiration date of 2022.

The next step is for SCE to apply to the California Public Utilities Commission to fund the application process.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.sce.com/songs/ —JV

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…A Wave Pool in SC?

THE LATEST: The Vista-Hermosa sports park

could be home to Orange County’s first wave pool that would allow for Boogie Boards or stand-up surfing on finless boards.

Resident Scott Melcher proposes a 55,000 pool that allows riders to “surf” on a sheet of water over contoured surfaces.

Melcher proposes the Flowrider “Double Flowrider” and a mini-golf course on just about 1 acre of the 45-acre park, city Associate Planner Sean Nicholas said.

Melcher holds a lease from the city for the land, where he originally proposed two miniature golf courses.

According to the company’s website, the Double Flowrider is 4 feet high in back, sits in a 6-foot-deep tank and can handle 320-480 rides per hour.

Flowrider was founded by Tom Lochtefeld, a La Jolla surfer who was a partner in the development of the Raging Waters water parks in San Dimas, San Jose and Salt Lake City.

He patented the idea of moving the water at the rider in a “sheet wave” rather than previous efforts that generated swells in pools.

The first Wave Loch FlowRider opened at the Schlitterbahn, in Texas in 1991. The company has a Wave House in San Diego and a Wave Municipal Water Park in Vista.

Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines also uses the system on five of its ships.

WHAT’S NEXT: The Planning Commission was set to consider the proposal on December 22, but Melcher has requested the meeting be moved to January 19 to finish up architectural drawings of the pool house, Nicholas said. He said staff has not issued a recommendation on the proposal at this point.

The commission meets at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.waveloch.com for details.

—JV

On the Bubble Other topics making news this week OCTA Feedback: The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is seeking public feedback through Jan. 10 on a conservation plan that will examine habitat and identify measures to protect the habitat and species in Orange County.

The proposed Natural Community Conservation Plan/Habitat Conservation Plan/Master Streambed Alteration Agreement streamlines the freeway improvement permitting process under state and federal endangered species acts and results in more efficient and effective use

of freeway mitigation funding.

The purpose of the state and federal environmental review process is to outline program and biological goals within the M2 freeway program, which includes 13 freeway projects, describe proposed actions and alternatives, study and evaluate potential environmental impacts resulting from the conservation plan implementation, identify potentially impacted species and mitigation for significant impacts and follow state and federal environmental laws An environmental impact report/environmental impact statement will be prepared for the conservation plan. All comments received during the public comment period will be incorporated in the environmental documents.

A public meeting took place from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 15 at OCTA Headquarters, 600 S. Main St. in Orange for the public to learn about the plan process and provide input. Information also will be available online at www.octa.net/eoc.

Casa Meeting: The board of directors for the Coastal Animal Services Authority, which operates the animal shelter for San Clemente and Dana Point, scheduled a special meeting for 9 a.m., Thursday December 16. The only action item on the agenda: potential discipline, termination or release of an employee. Watch www.sanclementetimes.com for the outcome.

• Worried about last-minute shopping before the holidays? Better get any pending business with City Hall done before Christmas or wait until next year, too. The City Council will have its last meeting of 2010 at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 21.

City offices will be closed on its regularly scheduled dark Friday, December 24, continuing with a holiday closure the following week. Police and fire remain fully staffed on regular duty. City Hall offices will reopen on Monday, January 3. Essential services will remain available for limited building inspections and for emergencies related to water, sewer and utilities operations. Building inspections will be provided on two days during the closure: Tuesday, December 28 and Wednesday, December 29. If assistance is needed during the closure for traffic signal/street light outage or sewer/ water main issues, residents can call the city’s 24/7 answering services: 949.366.1553 for utilities and 949.361.8317 for maintenance on streets, traffic signals and street lights. • The city is accepting applications from residents to fill two positions on the Friends of the Reserve Commission. The Friends of the Reserve Commission is a 12-member advisory commission that will advise the Rancho Mission Viejo Land Trust on implementing existing public access, education and recreation programs and developing new public access, education and recreation programs for the Rancho Mission Viejo Habitat Land Reserves, including the Richard and Donna O’Neill Conservancy. The first position is for the community “at large” seat. This seat is open to any resident of San Clemente. The second seat is for the Talega Homeowner’s Association representative, open to any Talega homeowner. Applications will be accepted in the City Clerk’s Office until 5:30 p.m. on Monday, January 10. The City Council will interview applicants and make appointments to the panel on January 18. Applicants will be notified of their interview time in advance. Applications can be obtained by calling 949.361.8200 or by sending an email to rogersk@ san-clemente.org. Applications can be downloaded from the city’s website at www.san-clemente.org. Residents are asked to submit applications in time for it be received, whether by mail or personal delivery, by the deadline date, to: City Clerk, City of San Clemente, 100 Avenida Presidio, 92672.

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City and Community Calendar Thursday, Dec 16

Friday, Dec 17 TGIF Party 12 p.m. Lunch and entertainment by Harold’s Southcoast Dixie jazz band at the Senior Center. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Los Posadas

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

6:30 p.m. Los Mares Neighborhood event at the Henderson House featuring info on gardening, art, environmental & microbiotic science, healthy cooking, etc. 680 Los Mares, 949.547.7260, scccollaborative@gmail.com.

SCC Leadership Committee Meeting

Saturday, Dec 18

3:30 p.m. San Clemente Presbyterian Church-CRC. 119 N. Avenida de la Estrella, 949.547.7260, scccollaborative@gmail.com.

San Clemente Hiking Group

Youth Committee Meeting

Grand Reopening 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. A night of festive live music, nibbles, giveaways and art to celebrate the new look Final Touch Spa; featuring local artist Susie Floyd. 61 Via Pico Plaza.

Second Annual Winter Extravaganza 7 p.m. The San Clemente High School Music Department’s Instrumental and Vocal Arts groups perform the in the Triton Center.

Tickets $10. 700 Avenida Pico, 949.492.4165, www.sctritons.com. www.sanclementetimes.com

9 a.m.-11 a.m. Join San Clemente’s free hiking group for an easy to intermediate hike. For details, meet-up location and directions: www.sanclementepersonaltrainer.com.

adoption and Christmas event with Santa at PetSmart. 33963 Doheny Park Road, San Juan, 949.388.0034, www.arkofsanjuan.org.

8 a.m. Join experienced birders from Sea & Sage Audubon for the annual Christmas Bird Count at The Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy.

Call for info and directions, 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy.org.

Pet Adoption & Photos with Santa 11 a.m.-4 p.m. The Ark of San Juan hosts a pet

Wellness Committee Meeting 9 a.m. South OC Human Needs group meets in the CRC of the San Clemente Presbyterian Church. 119 N. Avenida de la Estrella, 949.547.7260, scccollaborative@gmail.com.

Sunday, Dec 19 Food Drive 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Family Assistance Ministries hosts a food drive every Sunday at Community Presbyterian Church of San Juan Capistrano.

32202 Del Obispo St., 949.492.8477, www. family-assistance.org.

Songs for the Happiest Season 3 p.m. South Coast Singers present a lively holiday concert at Geneva Church. General admission $20, students/seniors $12, kids 6 and under free. 24301 El Toro Road, Laguna Hills, 949.613.7840, www.southcoastsingers.org.

Monday, Dec 20

City Council Meeting 6 p.m. Regular meeting in City Hall Council Chambers. 100 Avenida Presidio, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Wednesday, Dec 22 Piano Party 12 p.m. Piano performance by Kate, 7, and Kip, 6 at the Senior Center. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Planning Commission Meeting 6 p.m. Study session in Ocean View Conference Room; 7 p.m. Regular meeting in Council Chambers. 100 Avenida Presidio, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Spanish Conversation Audubon Christmas Bird Count

Tuesday, Dec 21

11 a.m. Meet at Café Calypso for coffee and conversation. 114 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.9803.

Thursday, Dec 23

Seniors’ Holiday Luncheon 11 a.m. Senior Center hosts a holiday party with appetizers, punch and lunch as well as live entertainment by Global Affair. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Seniors’ Christmas Eve and B-day Party 12 p.m. Celebrate at the Senior Center.

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

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Groundbreaking News from Camp Pendleton Construction begins on new Naval Hospital at our neighboring military base

Military and civilian personnel involved with the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton replacement hospital take a ceremonial first shovel of dirt at the ground breaking on December 2. Pictured (L to R) Navy Capt. Paul Pearigen, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton commanding officer; Navy Vice Adm. Adam M. Robinson, Jr., Surgeon General of the Navy; Ms. Sandra V. Richardson, Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Resource Issues); Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Anthony L. Jackson commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West; Navy Rear Adm. C. Forrest Faison, III, commander of Navy Medicine West; Marine Corps Col. Nicholas F. Marano, commanding officer of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton; Mr. Richard Heim, Clark-McCarthy Joint Venture manager; Mr. Dennis Biddick, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Reserve Affairs); Navy Cmdr. Whit Robinson, Naval Facilities Engineering Command Southwest resident officer-in-charge of construction for the replacement hospital project; Navy Capt. S. Keith Hamilton, commanding officer of Naval Facilities Engineering Command Southwest; Mr. Carter Chappell, president, California region, McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. and Mr. Lou Palandrani, senior vice president, Clark Construction Group, LLC. Photo By MC1(SW) Michael R. McCormick, NHCP Public Affairs

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n December 2 a ground breaking ceremony was held at Camp Pendleton—the Marine Corps’ largest West Coast expeditionary training facility and one of the busiest bases in the Department of Defense—to officially begin construction of a new hospital to replace the aging 37-year-old Naval Hospital. The new hospital will be built on 70 acres near the main entrance to the base.

With San Clemente’s close proximity to Camp Pendleton, a number of residents who have served or are currently serving in the military and a community that is very active in supporting our servicemen and women, a new hospital being built at the base is great news.

At a price of $394 million, the hospital’s construction is the largest American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 project in the Department of the Navy.

According to a news release by Michael R. McCormick of Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton (NHCP) Public Affairs, the new 500,000 square foot, multi-level facility will enhance the quality and availability of care to the Sailors, Marines and family members in the southern California region.

Vice Adm. Adam M. Robinson, Jr., Surgeon General of the Navy, who served as guest speaker at the ceremony stressed the importance of the Marine Corps/Navy Medicine team.

Surgeon General of the Navy, Vice Adm. Adam Robinson, addresses attendees at the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton replacement hospital groundbreaking ceremony.

Photo By MC1(SW) Michael R. McCormick, NHCP Public Affairs

“Wherever Marines go, Navy Medicine will be there,” said Robinson. “Navy Medicine’s commitment to Marines will never waver, no matter where they go or what they do.”

Local veterans are excited about the project. Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group President Pete Hammer

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said he is delighted that the new facility construction is underway.

“Just by virtue of being a Naval hospital I know the facility will be top-notch, said Hammer. “Also, Navy corpsmen are a very well-respected and integral part of our Marine units. They stand shoulder to shoulder with Marines on the front lines in combat

situations. When a Marine is wounded, a Navy corpsman is right there taking care of him and can easily be wounded themselves during the process. This hospital will provide all of our wounded the world-class care they deserve here at home.”

The new hospital will include services such as inpatient facilities, surgical suites, ancillary departments, emergency care, primary care, specialty clinics, support spaces and facilities for non-ambulatory patients requiring stays of more than 24 hours. It will also include a central utilities plant, a multi-story parking structure that will hold 1,500 cars, a 1,000 space parking lot and other site upgrades such as walking paths, the hospital report says.

Naval Facilities Engineering Command Southwest awarded the contract to design and build the hospital to Clark/McCarthy— a joint venture.

The completion of the hospital is expected in January of 2014 and it should be ready to open later that year.

The lives of so many from the surrounding area are tied into Camp Pendleton directly through our families, not to mention the connection each and every American citizen has with those protecting our freedoms, making this project something that will impact the health and lives of many of our neighbors, if not ourselves.

More information can be found on the hospital website at https://cpen.med.navy. mil/nhcp.cfm?xid=55B02640&id=12353. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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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.

Tuesday, December 14 CITIZEN ASSIST Calle Loyola, 0 Block (2:38 p.m.) A woman told deputies she was watching a dog and the dog would not let her go in the backyard.

Trouble was, her keys were back there.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (11:15 a.m.) A homeless man set up a tent in the middle of the pier.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Junipero, 100 Block (11:09 a.m.)

Two neighbors got in an argument over treetrimming.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Magdalena, 100 Block (7:47 a.m.)

Deputies used a Taser on a man walking on the golf course. Course employees called authorities after the man wouldn’t leave the course. Even after being checked at the hospital, the 33-year-old man continued to bang his head on the Plexiglass divider in the patrol car and had to be further restrained.

BURGLARY ALARM El Camino Real, 700 Block (4:37 a.m.) A 45-year-old man was taken into custody after deputies responded to a commercial burglary alarm.

FOLLOW UP Estancia, 2900 Block (3:10 p.m.) A woman’s car was stolen. She got it back and found some stuff in there that wasn’t hers.

WELFARE CHECK Portico Del Sur/Sombreado (10:03 p.m.) A motorist spotted the trunk of a car open at a stop light. A teen was riding in there.

DISTURBANCE Avenida de La Estrella, 500 Block (12:46 p.m.) A man who was bothering someone else was very uncooperative and hung up on dispatchers twice.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (8:50 p.m.) A man was laying on the railroad tracks. He got up and left when an approaching train sounded its horn.

DISTURBANCE El Camino Real/Avenida Granada (12:43 p.m.) A woman was drinking beer and screaming obscenities. She also whacked somebody with a pink umbrella.

VANDALISM Loma Lane, 100 Block (7:17 p.m.) A garage was tagged with gang graffiti. A caller notified deputies about 45 minutes later that four suspicious-looking characters were hanging out in the shadows nearby.

DISTURBANCE Linda Lane, 400 Block (11:42 a.m.) A caller reported six men were passing around a marijuana cigarette.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Marquita, 100 Block (11:39 a.m.) A woman who had reportedly taken alcohol and pills crawled into the street. Firefighters stood by until deputies arrived.

MUNICIPAL CODE VIOLATIONS El Camino Real/Avenida Palizada (10:44 a.m.) A caller complained a restaurant was doing some construction work and making a mess of the sidewalk.

VANDALISM Camino de Los Mares, 600 Block (10:14 a.m.) Gang graffiti was spotted in an alley.

CITIZEN ASSIST Avenida Estacion, 1700 Block (9:03 a.m.)

A woman asked for deputies’ help after her church truck broke down.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Via Chalupa, 2300 Block (4:25 a.m.) Deputies called out city water crews after a large pipe burst.

KEEP THE PEACE Avenida Madrid, 200 Block (2:23 a.m.)

A woman who’d texted and called her exboyfriend complained he wouldn’t return her stuff.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Avenida Florencia, 100 Block (10:51 a.m.)

A woman called for paramedics, saying her boyfriend had been hit by a truck. He suffered a massive laceration on his leg.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Granada, 200 Block (1:27 a.m.)

A woman complained her boyfriend was drunk and throwing stuff around.

ROBBERY El Camino Real, 1500 Block (10:18 p.m.) A man with a black handgun tried to rob someone. No injuries were reported.

PETTY THEFT Camino de Estrella, 500 Block (12:57 a.m.)

A man took two cases of beer and ran out of the store.

Monday, December 13

DISTURBANCE Camino de Los Mares/Marbella (12:34 a.m..) A caller reported they were being followed by a white car. They headed toward the fire station. The driver of the car was the ex-boyfriend of the caller’s friend.

DISTURBANCE Mariposa, 100 Block (1:54 a.m.) A caller reporting hearing a man and woman fighting.

Children were crying and stuff was being thrown about.

WELFARE CHECK Calle Marlena, 400 Block (12:33 a.m.) A man in the hospital wanted deputies to check on his 81-year-old wife, because he couldn’t reach her.

Sunday, December 12 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Palizada/El Camino Real (3:34 p.m.) A caller complained a restaurant was serving alcohol without a license.

Saturday, December 11 ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Avenida Barcelona/El Camino Real (11:45 p.m.) A customer passed a bogus $100 at a grocery store.

DISTURBANCE El Camino Real, 200 Block (11:17 p.m.)

Paramedics were called after a man causing a disturbance tangled with a deputy. A 28year-old man, who said he was unemployed, was arrested. It was his birthday.

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CITIZEN ASSIST Avenida Cabrillo, 200 Block (6:04 p.m.)

A woman reported her children refused to go with their father in a child-custody exchange.

RECKLESS DRIVING Avenida Pico/Avenida Presidio (3:50 p.m.)

A dark silver Grand Cherokee was racing a BMW. DRUNK IN PUBLIC El Camino Real, 300 Block (3:36 p.m.) A woman fell and she couldn’t get up.

DISTURBANCE Camino de Estrella/Camino Mira Costa (2:08 p.m.) Skateboarders were videotaping their tricks in a parking lot and wouldn’t leave when asked.

Friday, December 10 DISTURBANCE Avenida Santa Barbara, 200 Block (11:57 p.m.) Teens were setting off fireworks in the street.

DEFRAUDING AN INNKEEPER Calle Agua/Camino de Los Mares (11:33 p.m.) A man did not pay a cabbie. The cabbie was following the man, even though authorities told him not to.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Belleza, 0 Block (11:28 p.m.) A caller reported their teenage daughter was dropped off at home apparently drunk. She couldn’t explain what happened. She was taken to the hospital.

DRUNK IN PUBLIC Avenida Del Mar, 100 Block (9:05 p.m.) A man passed out at his table at a restaurant.

Employees tried to wake him up, without any luck.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Pico/Avenida Vista Hermosa (8:53 p.m.) Kids were throwing eggs at cars.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (8:12 p.m.)

About 15 juveniles were harassing a man who plays the flute.

DISTURANCE Avenida Estacion, 1800 Block (6:59 p.m.)

Somebody started a bonfire near the Metrolink tracks.

PETTY THEFT El Camino Real/100 Block (12:49 p.m.) A clothing-store employee caught someone removing security tags from merchandise.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES El Camino Real, 3300 Block (6:35 p.m.) A caller reported three men who had been drinking all day in the parking lot.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Talega/Avenida Vista Hermosa (10:55 a.m.) A caller complained a security guard was driving where he shouldn’t and causing damage. The guard told deputies the caller was upset because he’d issued him a $400 ticket.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Del Poniente/El Camino Real (5:52 p.m.) A caller using the payphone at a laundry reported a “chopping” noise from a nearby closed business.

CITIZEN ASSIST Avenida Del Mar, 100 Block (10:39 a.m.)

Kids keep drinking on the roof.

DISTURBANCE Calle Amistad, 100 Block (4:25 p.m.) Parents called deputies after their son threatened them. They wouldn’t give the 17-year-old any money.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Avenida Califia/Freeway (10:23 a.m.)

Deputies were called to aid the CHP after someone was spotted walking in traffic.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Pico, 900 Block (2:42 p.m.) A Romanian woman was panhandling in a parking lot.

She had a child with her.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Pico, 100 Block (8 a.m.) A man was claiming to be head of the FBI and saying he had deputies’ support. He was showing papers like they were a badge.

He threatened to shoot people, but nobody saw a gun.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Calle de Industrias, 0 Block (1:12 p.m.)

Several car bumpers were abandoned in the parking lot.

DISTURBANCE Paseo de Cristobal, 300 Block (3:22 a.m.)

A man and woman were seen pushing and yelling at each other. Last seen, he was following her in a station wagon as she stumbled down the street.

HIT AND RUN Avenida Aragon, 100 Block (12:40 a.m.) A caller reported a man in a black Mustang convertible kicked a woman out of his vehicle and took off. He hit a couple of street signs as he left, though.

FRAUD REPORT Avenida Pico, 800 Block (11:03 a.m.) A man who stole a large number of stamps for cookware about a month ago returned in an attempt to redeem them. He was turned away.

WELFARE CHECK Calle Guadalajara/Avenida Vaquero (9:06 a.m.) Deputies were asked to check on a man banging his head against a tree. A 55-year-old man was taken into custody.

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The deadline for nominations is approaching for an honor that could bring a teen $36,000.

For the fifth consecutive year, the Helen Diller Family Foundation wants to reward California’s most philanthropically minded young Jewish teens with a significant financial recognition of their commitment to social action. Five California teens will be named recipients of the 2011 Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Award and each will receive an honorarium of $36,000.

Tikkun olam is a Hebrew phrase that literally means “repair the world.” The Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Award was established by Bay Area philanthropist Helen Diller, to help identify, reward and encourage the next generation of Jewish leaders, and to encourage them to follow their visions for improving the world around them and giving back to their communities.

Teens can be nominated by teachers, community leaders, rabbis, or anyone who knows the value of their volunteer service and commitment—except family members. They can also nominate themselves. Each candidate must be a California resident 13 to19 years old at the time of nomination. Nominees must self-identify as Jewish, though community service projects can benefit the general community and the world at large. Complete the simple online nomination form at http://www.jewishfed.org/diller/teenawards. Nominations must be submitted by December 17. For more information, call 415.512.6432.

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LaRue has lived in town most of her life, although she admits she’s moved out of San Clemente a few times, “I always make my way back home. I’ve been living back in San Clemente for the past 13 years and hope to never leave again!”

Three years ago she started dog training full time, and in the last year opened her own dog training company— SoCal K9 (www.SoCalK9Training.com).

Her goal is that through obedience, dog owners can give their dogs a better quality of life and enjoy an active life style with the confidence that their dog will listen no matter what is going on around them—on Courtesy photo or off leash.

LaRue said a good example of this training motto is the sport of Dock Diving, where owners need to have a good degree of obedience off leash, not only to get your dog in a sit/stay on the dock until released, but also a reliable recall under lots of distraction when they exit the pool. She and Sammi Jane have been competing in this sport ever since she adopted the black lab just over a year and half ago from Southern California Labrador Retriever Rescue (www.SCLRR.org).

That led to the Rose Parade spot.

“Natural Balance has created some amazing floats for the Rose Parade over the past couple of years. So when I heard they were holding dock diving tryouts for this year’s float I had to give it a shot,” LaRue said.

On November 8, she drove up to the Natural Balance training grounds in Pacoima, where close to 200 dogs competed for only a few spots in either the dock diving or skim boarding area of the float. “I felt pretty confident in Sammi Jane’s talents, but there was a lot of competition,” she said.

“Some people traveled from as far as Canada to get a spot on the float.”

Competitors were asked to jump three or four times before judges, but had to clear the warehouse and couldn’t watch others. After waiting for word three or four days, LaRue figured she and Sammi Jane hadn’t made the cut. Then she was called back, and again made the drive to Pacoima. They were competing against six other dogs for just three spots on the float.

“These weren’t just strangers either, but teams that we regularly compete against through out the year in various dock diving organizations,” LaRue said. “It was tough knowing that friends I’ve made over the years may not make it on the float or may beat us out for the spot.”

But Sammi Jane was among the last dogs standing. Now, they’re both celebrities.

“The past few weeks have been so exciting, with press and interviews for an upcoming TVseries shot by Natural Balance and of course lots of practice,” LaRue said. “It’s been an amazing journey that I never could have imagined a year and half ago, when I welcomed a sweet little Labrador into my home as a foster. I’m very happy that we were ‘foster failures’ and adopted Sammi Jane into her forever home.”

Add Anastasia Gillen to the list of San Clemente teens headed to the prestigious Brown University.

Gillen is a student at Santa Margarita Catholic High School with a 4.3 GPA. She is a soccer player—her school team is ranked No. 3 in the nation, her proud mother reports—and she is the highestawarded Model United Nations student at SMCHS.

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The following students represented San Clemente High School at Yale Model Congress in New Haven, Connecticut, during the first week of December.

Yale Model Congress (YMC) is the oldest entirely-student run Model Congress conference for high school students. Every year, it brings hundreds of delegates to Yale University in New Haven to simulate the United Sates Congress.

Brandon Winters, Rachel Namson, Sydney Adams, Maddiy Boggs, Corryn Bradley, Alexis Fredriksen, Patrick Frey, Emily Geil, Parker Glenn, Reilly Gorman, Chris Haughey, Neda Kanani, Kris Klein, Hayley McVicar, Alexis Mills, Nadia Najd, Sam Reed, Aaron Rosenfield, Colby Taylor, Kyle Teske, Quinn Williams and Rachel Zacuto.

AP US History teacher Jeff Kolasa chaperoned with guidance counselor Rachele Ross and math teacher Michelle Macintyre. The students also visited New York City and toured the campuses of Columbia University and NYU.

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Following up on last year’s sold out event, the San Clemente Historical Society announces their 2nd Annual “New Year’s Eve under the Dome” event is scheduled from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., on December 31. Organizers say this year’s party at the Casino San Clemente promises to be the city’s most exciting way to ring in the New Year.

“The historic Casino is even more beautiful than it was last year,” Georgette Korsen, the Society’s President, said in the event’s announcement. “Linda and Shaheen Sadeghi have done a marvelous job of its restoration and the whole venue just shines; underlining the importance of historic preservation to our community and the great potential it offers. We are delighted to celebrate the New Year here again.”

Opened in 1937, the Casino San Clemente was a social hub of early Orange County. It’s unique round design and “floating” dance floor drew locals and celebrities alike for fabulous entertainment and long evenings of cocktails and dancing by the beach. Historical Society officials say the renovation of the property exemplifies the society’s missions of preservation and adaptive reuse of San Clemente’s unique traditional architecture.

The Historical Society’s Events Chair, Deborah Kravitz reports, “We are just thrilled to have the Hot Pursuit Band back again this year. Their award winning music was the highlight of last year’s party and we know that the new dance floor will be ‘put to the test’ this year!”

The event also features exquisite appetizers, a beautiful sit-down dinner and desert bar provided by restaurateur Tony Carbonara. A no-host bar, holiday lighting by Crown Five Entertainment, and a lovely outdoor gathering area with roaring fireplace and seating complete the festive atmosphere.

“Our sponsors have been just wonderful this year,” said Kravitz. “We are delighted to have the support of our community to make this party sparkle.”

Major Sponsors include Carbonara’s, Casino San Clemente, Image Orthopedic Lab, the Hot Pursuit Band and Signature Party Rentals. This year’s event is a fundraiser, benefiting the Historical Society’s continuing efforts to preserve San Clemente’s heritage. Silent auction and raffle prize contributors so far include the Home Consignment Design Center, the Fisherman’s Restaurant, Casa Tropicana Inn, Red Shoes Culinary Services, Lisa B Design and Stanford Court.

Georgette Korsen, the Society’s President, urged everyone to “Put on your dancing shoes!”

Individual tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased by calling 949.493.5561. Attendees are encouraged to order their tickets as soon as possible, as this event sells out quickly!

Cocktail attire is requested.

The San Clemente Historical Society is a California Non-Profit Corporation and a Federal 501 C (3) Tax Exempt Organization. For more information on the Society, see www.sanclementehistoricalsociety.org.

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Mayor’s Column: By Lori Donchak

et ready! 2011 will be an eventful year as we continue to show great progress in our community. One of the very exciting projects ahead of San Clemente is a better and bigger library to serve you. In fact, the library expansion project will be a topic at the next City Council meeting, on December 21, so I hope you will tune in. By the way, if you have not heard, you now also have the option to view City Council meetings live online from anywhere in the world via the city’s website at www.san-clemente.org. Our last meeting was viewed by interested residents in France and Massachusetts.

Over the past few years, a dedicated taskforce has been working to make the library expansion a reality. Working with the Orange County Public Library (OCPL) executive staff, including our ace Librarian, Karen Wall, the San Clemente Friends of the Library and city staff, we hit the ground running in 2010 so we could fast-track this much-needed expansion.

Even Orange County Supervisor Pat Bates has been active in the future of our library.

In October 2008, the San Clemente City Council made a policy decision to support the expansion of the existing library into the space now occupied by the senior center—if the expansion could be funded. This is a big “if” in these economic times. As you know, a new senior center is currently under construction, thus providing the opportunity for us to use this 3,500 square feet of space for library purposes. San Clemente Friends of the Library is committed to the project and, via some serious fundraising to date has $200,000 in its capital fund. With the cost for a library expansion being far more than this, finding the needed funding has been the taskforce’s focus this past year.

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was built. We are fortunate to have space available that can be combined with the current library space rather than having to acquire land and construct from scratch. The goal is to beautify and modernize the facility to meet current and future needs. Our new library will have something to offer everyone in our community—both Lori Donchak young and old—and will encompass an educational center of vast literary resources, technology, Internet, audio/video tools, reference section, a children’s learning center, and more. Consistent with our village feeling, it is a priority that the library maintain its social flavor as a place to gather and grow, epitomizing the centerpiece of our vibrant community.

The need for expansion San Clemente’s rapid population growth over the past decade from a town of nearly 50,000 residents to one of nearly 70,000 has our current library busting at the seams.

Despite being one of the few libraries that is open 7 days a week, it is still not enough to meet the demand. This increase in demand for library services has fueled our desire and need for expansion.

It’s well known that the San Clemente Library is inadequate in size, outdated and lacking in certain resources.

At 9,800 square feet, the San Clemente Library is below the average branch size of other libraries in the OCPL system. The San Clemente Library has a square foot per capita that is substantially below the recommended spatial allocation set by the County more than 20 years ago.

Not only that, but the San Clemente Friends of the

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Library are long overdue for a new and improved space. Their tireless efforts to raise funds for the library are a true community asset. The new plan provides more user-friendly, “retail” space for these fabulous volunteers to do their magic.

Positive change is coming Our library is part of a countywide library system. Earlier this year, the OCPL’s Davis Company Study (Orange County Public Libraries Facilities and Financing Study, June 2010) evaluated the branch resource allocation formula as a means of guiding the distribution of library resources and strengthening equity in how resources are allocated among members of the system. This study has been instrumental in helping understand how justified the need is for an improved library in our town. I commend the OCPL system for its desire to foster positive change in San Clemente. Thanks to the results of this study, some good solutions to close the funding gap for San Clemente’s library expansion are possible.

We’ll keep you posted as the news of the new, improved library unfolds. If you have any questions or comments on this subject, please contact me at DonchakL@san-clemente.org or call 949.361.8322 to make an appointment to meet during Mayor’s Hours at City Hall.

Councilwoman Lori Donchak was selected by her colleagues to serve as Mayor in 2011.

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.

Letters to the Editor ENOUGH ALREADY

IS THAT REALLY WHAT I SAID?

Anna Mae Noble, San Clemente

Jerry Collamer, San Clemente

Just about every time I pick up the San Clemente Times and start to read Letters to the Editor, I find a long diatribe by a Mr. Rick Collins in his vendetta against a Mr. Charles Mann. Enough is enough! And, I am disappointed that you continue to print the garbage that Mr. Collins writes!

Of course I recognize that there is freedom of speech, but I also recognize that your newspaper has the right to print or not print any letters submitted. You are turning readers against the Times by continually giving Mr. Collins a free ride on his personal soap box. If he wants to be heard, let him start paying for advertising space and allow me to read genuine opinions and suggestions from concerned and interested residents of San Clemente.

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Mr. Gremp’s critical review, (Dec. 2-8 LTE) of my SCT LTE, sent me racing back to SCT’s Dec. 1 edition, to reread my own words, “Did I write what he said I wrote?”

Or, was Mr. Gremp’s faux analysis adding words and assumptions to my “opus” (Mr. Gremp’s generous label)?

He was.

Ironically, what my “Dance of the Convoluted” (again, Mr. Gremp’s theatrical titling) was about: Proper word usage i.e. respect for “the word” as politically inflamed rhetoric attempts to spin fact into ideological fiction.

Mr. Gremp’s skewed clairvoyance asserts, I took issue with how people voted this last election? I didn’t. What I took issue with: The conscious corruption of public dialog, to achieve goals less admirable. As for political

party affiliations: I never wrote a word. Then inexplicably, Mr. Gremp tumbled headfirst from his ideological perch into Keynesian Econ-101 theoreticals, landing my point better than I ever could.

So thank you Mr. Gremp, because unlike The Grinch who stole Christmas, you bring the gift of example: Ideological fervor run amuck, in words and ways I never wrote, in this time of charitable giving. ’Tis the season.

DIFFERENT TAKE ON THANKSGIVING Jacqueline Cooper, San Clemente

Mr. Kempton’s article, “Pilgrims Progress,” was disturbing because it was full of inaccuracies and the result of the politically correct rewriting of history. The truth is really easy to (Cont. on page 14) www.sanclementetimes.com

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(Cont. from page 12) find, and I would suggest going to the writings of someone who was actually there, Governor William Bradford. But first, I would like to defer to the person who created this holiday, our first president George Washington. Let’s use Washington own words in 1789 to remind Mr. Kempton what this holiday is all about; “ Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor — and whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me to recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many signal favors of Almighty God especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness.”

According to Washington, this was a day set aside to thank God for the abundance and the survival of this country.

During this first “ Thanksgiving” the Pilgrims did not hold a feast to honor the Indians who taught the poor starving settlers how to hunt and farm the land as Mr. Kempton has eluded. He really should read the words of William Bradford the leader of the Pilgrims. I would suggest Bradford’s own journals known as the “Plymouth Plantation.” The failures of the pilgrims do mirror the current times in some ways however, because the Pilgrims were told by their sponsors, English merchants, to use collectivism (socialism), by the way this was long before Karl Marx. Anyway, it was a terrible failure, so Bradford decided that giving each settler their own land was a better idea. They were allowed keep the fruits of their labor and sell or barter anything that was not used. It was a stark contrast from what they had been doing, putting everything into a large communal store house and distributing it between the colonists as needed which was a failure.

The successful concept they used is known as “capitalism” and low and behold the little colony started to thrive. Yes, the Indians were around and did show the pilgrims how to plant corn and tobacco, but the Indians did not save the Pilgrims, as we have been told by the rewriters of history. They were invited to the feast by the Pilgrims to thank God for their bounty and prosperity after going through so many hardships.

The Pilgrims lived hundreds of years ago. What is the purpose to describe them while looking through a politically correct prism of today? Only Mr. Kempton knows why he felt it was witty or clever to write something like this. To me it was an attempt to destroy the good news of Thanksgiving by his divisive, sad and hostile commentary on what is an uplifting holiday in November.

AN EXPLANATION FOR LA PATA EXTENSION Melinda Stone, San Clemente

The spirit and letter of the law needs to apply. Late-comers to the party have no right to whine or high-pressure in a childish attempt to get their way. NIMBY’s need to finally learn to play in the sandbox and become team players.

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8 a.m. Friday, January 7 at Café Calypso ••••• 114 Avenida Del Mar, Suite 4, San Clemente Please join us the first Friday of every month for our open community forum.

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Avenida La Pata is ultimately planned to connect to San Juan Capistrano. File photo by Sara Borman

Lawyers—go chase other ambulances. This type of behavior is making life toxic. It is annoying that it has to even be addressed. Plain and simple, here is the truth: 1981: The county lays out a plan. Public input is invited.

Debates occur. The finalized version is put into law. The plan is public information—there is nothing to be disclosed.

Any sane person knows they need to complete their due diligence when making a major purchase (like maybe a house worth over half a million?) If they fail to do so, they endure the consequences. End of story. Don’t try to make your mistake someone else’s problem.

Some home buyers need to take remedial “House Purchasing 101” over again. Note to the clueless: If you purchase a home you should check to see what type of future impacts may come down the pike. (Duh!) This could include potential property assessments, city annexation plans, road expansion, tax hikes, school-park-firehouse-public works expansion projects—and more. This information is all on hand at the city and county level and easy to obtain. Most home buyers want to know this stuff—at least one would think so! This is particularly critical when your home purchase is sitting next to a bunch of open space or vacant land. This is California folks. Perhaps something is slated in the future to be built there—ya think?

When initially built, Forster Ranch and Talega (as well as most other developments) had massive amounts of open land surrounding them. Naturally, most of the residents purchasing homes in these areas wanted to know what the future plans existed for that land — and had the common sense to ask. The information was there to do with as they wished.

Fast forward to 2010: To purchase a home and then pretend that no one told you something might be built on acres of surrounding vacant land is quite stupid. To attempt through litigation to intrude on the valid plans which have been in place for the past 30 years which countless other families have committed to abide by is nothing short of evil. For the newest residents of a city to act in a predatory manner to their neighbors is unprecedented and wrong.

Their reasons for doing so are not valid and their tactics for interfering are destructive.

This issue should not even be up for discussion and the city and county should do whatever is necessary to keep the 30-year plan which everyone else (except a few who think they are special) have agreed on in place. Sadly, based on past experience, I don’t hold much hope that this will be settled amicably and if held up in courts with added costs, probably won’t even be built in my lifetime. Sigh . . .government at work.

BUILD THE LAB ON PRIVATE PROPERTY Tom Barnes, San Clemente

Now that the three council members that declared themselves fiscal conservatives have been elected it is time to use a fiscal conservative solution for the LAB project at North Beach.

Those who support the LAB Project at North Beach and think it is essential to the economic health of San Clemente, should support putting the project on private rather than publicly owned land. This is the true fiscal conservative position. If the culinary institute along with the retail commercial stores were put on private property that already exists in North Beach like the Galleria site or the Skating Rink, instead of the public parking triangle, the problem of improper use of public land would be solved. A true fiscal conservative would support the private use of private land rather than the private use of public land.

As a developer the LAB would purchase the land for its value from the private land owner and the project would be subject to the law of supply and demand like other capitalistic ventures. This is true fiscal conservatism. Once the Galleria or the Skating Rink were purchased for this project, the developer could build it without receiving a $4.5 million subsidy from the city or getting public land for a “fire sale price.” Both sides, the LAB supporters and detractors, could unite to put private development on private land. A win-win for everyone.

A true fiscal conservative would oppose transferring land that was originally taken by eminent domain for public parking and a park to a private developer. A true fiscal conservative would not renege on that promise.

If Target can purchase the land for its store without a city subsidy and at market price then the LAB should do the same. The only way a valid price can be determined for land to house the LAB project is if it is purchased from a private owner. The fiscal conservative majority on the City Council should work to achieve this goal.

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GETTING OUT

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

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

thursday16 forecast: a.m. clouds/p.m. sun • high: 60° low: 42°

Second Annual Winter Extravaganza

7 p.m. San Clemente High School Music Department students and award-winning music ensembles perform the in the Triton Center.

Tickets $10. 700 Avenida Pico, 949.492.4165, www.sctritons.com.

The Nutcracker

7 p.m. Laguna Ballet visits Saddleback College to perform the traditional holiday dance spectacle. Tickets $20-$24. 28000 Marguerite Pkwy., Mission Viejo, 949.582.4656, www.saddleback.edu/arts.

Satin Blues

7 p.m.-10 p.m. Live entertainment at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

Hulaville Open Mic Night

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

Blue Largo

Go See Do

All aboard! Irvine Park Railroad’s annual Christmas Train will be delighting passengers with evening rides through Irvine Regional Park. First stop, Santa’s Village to meet the jolly old elf in person. Check out the Elf House Snack Bar and warm up with some coffee, hot chocolate, popcorn and cookies. Bring your camera to take a photo with Santa or purchase a 5”x7” for $10.

After visiting Santa, the train takes visitors through the “Tunnel of Lights” and back to Courtesy of Irvine Park Railroad the station. A bevy of other free and low cost activities will round out your adventure. Picture stands, kids’ coloring corner and story time with Mrs. Claus are free.

For one ticket each, kids can jump in a bounce house, decorate cookies and play carnival games—every child wins! Activity

Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade

7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. The 36th annual holiday boat parade in Dana Point Harbor; this year’s theme is “Jingle Bell Rock.” The parade runs Saturday night, too. Watch from the shore or take a cruise with Dana Wharf, Capt. Dave’s Dolphin Safari, Ocean Institute or others. More info at www.danapoint.org.

Songs for the Happiest Season

5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Brian Cokas who will be presenting his favorite holiday wines. $15 for seven wines. They’ll be raffling off bottles! 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

Nathan James

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

The Reflexx

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

Groove Lounge

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

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Just Dave Band

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

BeDazzled Drag Queen Show

7 p.m.-9 p.m. The Ocean Institute presents a cruise for the DP Harbor Boat Parade, refreshments and more. Cost $50 adults, $40 children ages 4-12; member discounts. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org

Gary Ho Ho Hoey

9 p.m. Live music at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant.

2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

7 p.m.-10 p.m. Popular show at Adele’s. Tickets $10. 2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente, 949.366.1121, www.adelesatthesanclementeinn.com.

The Andy Williams Christmas Show

8 p.m. Annual rockin’ holiday guitar concert at The Coach House. Tickets $20. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

8 p.m. Holiday music show with vocalist Andy William and the Pacific Symphony at the Orange County Performing Arts Center; shows through Dec. 18. Tickets $25-$185. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.ARTS, www.ocpac.org.

Kikta & Friends

Soccer Charity Camp

9 p.m. Live reggae music at BeachFire and from 3 p.m.-close it’s Aloha Friday Happy Hour. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

Sung Mojo

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

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Wine Tasting: “Holiday” Picks of 2010

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

Holiday Cruise

Christmas Time Together

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Los Lobos

Flock of 80s

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tickets are $4 each or a book of 15 for $45 ($3 each). Train tickets are $8 per person; kids under 24 months ride free.

Tickets may be purchased online—to guarantee your ride time—or at the park, on a first come, first served basis. A onetime online fee of $7.50 will be charged per order. The train runs December 17 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. (activities open at 4 p.m.), December 18 and 19 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. (activities open at 1 p.m.) and December 20 through 23 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. (activities start at 3 p.m.). Parking is $3 on weekdays and $5 on weekends. For more information and a printable coloring page kids can bring to receive a prize, log on to www. irvineparkrailroad.com. —Andrea Swayne

7:30 p.m. South Coast Singers present a holiday concert at South Shores Church. General admission $20, students/seniors $12, kids 6 and under free. 32712 Crown Valley, Dana Point, 949.613.7840, www.southcoastsingers.org

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

8 p.m. Special holiday show at The Coach House with Jadon Lavik, Pawn Shop Kings, Tim Timmons, Travis Ryan, The Natures, Roy Schenkenberger and Drew Bray. $10. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

Irvine Park Christmas Train

Audubon Christmas Bird Count

8 a.m. Join experienced birders from Sea & Sage Audubon for the annual Christmas Bird Count at The Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy. Call for info and directions, 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy.org.

A Christmas with Scrooge

7:30 p.m. Play at the Musical Theatre Village. Tickets $14-16.

Shows through Dec. 22. 36 Mauchly, Irvine, 949.753.1996, www.musicaltheatrevillage.net.

Christmas at the Zoo

10 a.m.-3 p.m. Celebrate the holidays with animals, Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus at the OC Zoo inside Irvine Regional Park.

Cost $2 per child over age 3 (includes one adult); parking: $5 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, 714.973.6847, www.ocparks.com.

Pet Adoption & Photos with Santa

11 a.m.-4 p.m. The Ark of San Juan hosts a pet adoption and Christmas event with Santa at PetSmart. 33963 Doheny Park Road, 949.388.0034, www.arkofsanjuan.org.

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.

10 a.m.-12 p.m. Saddleback United Soccer Club hosts a free soccer-skills camp to collect food for those in need this holiday season. Bring one bag of nonperishable food. Pre-register online.

Viejo Elementary School, 26782 Via Grande, Mission Viejo, 949.939.5020, www.saddlebackunited.org.

Derek Bordeaux

8 p.m.-11 p.m. Live soul, funk and R&B music and dancing at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

Local’s Night Out

9 p.m.–1:30 a.m. Music and entertainment at Brio Tuscany Grille.

24050 Camino del Avion, Suite B, Dana Point, 949.443.1476, www.briorestaurant.com.

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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.

’Tis The Season

5:30 p.m. Pacific Chorale’s annual Christmas concert with the Pacific Symphony, Children’s Chorus and more performing the classics. Tickets $20-$135. Also a Monday 8 p.m. show. Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.ARTS, www.ocpac.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.

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GETTING OUT

SC Times Restaurant Spotlight

By Christina Scannapiego

Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar and Restaurant 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com Best Known For: Comedy Night Most Popular Item: Corned beef and cabbage, Shepherd’s pie and fish ‘n’ chips When it’s cold, grey and dreary out, ducking into an Irish pub just feels right. Though most locals frequent Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar and Restaurant for its entertainment and reputation as one of San Clemente’s coolest places to go out on weekends, a lot of people forget that they can also cozy up with some breakfast, lunch or dinner. Owner Dermot Noone, who hails from Ireland, opened his pub in honor of his mother country nine years ago—his parents own a restaurant back in Ireland and his brother owns an Irish eatery on the East Coast. “The food’s good, it’s a nice place and the bartender’s always friendly,” said Doug McDonald, who’s been a regular at the spot since the 1960s.The fare is mostly American-Irish, with items on the menu like Beans, Bangers and Mash (sausages, grilled onions, Heinz baked beans and mashed potatoes), Bloomsday Boxty (potato pancakes filled with a choice of steak and onions, corned beef and cabbage, chicken and mushrooms or vegetarian) and the Dublin burger, which is “out of this world,” said bartender Matt Vidor. And what do you call an Irishman who doesn’t drink? A corpse. So what better way to top off a meal than a Guiness, Smithwicks, Bass, Kilkenny or Magners cider?

Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar and Restaurant. Photo by Christina Scannapiego

Price Range: $6-$16

Reservations: Big parties only

Payment: Cash, credit card Hours: 11 a.m. – 2 a.m. seven days a week

About our reviews: In each issue we’ll highlight universally critical points including “Most Popular Dish,” “Best Known For” and “Price Range.” But most importantly, we’re inviting you to participate each week and rate the restaurant based on your experiences. Go to www.sanclementetimes.com and under “Restaurant Guide” share your thoughts about this week’s restaurant.

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Annual Christmas Train

5 p.m.-8 p.m. Irvine Park offers families a train ride en route to meet Santa Claus. Lots of fun along the way including the magical “Tunnel of Lights.” Select days through Dec. 23. Tickets $8.

1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, 949.923.2235, www.ocparks.com.

Food Drive

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Indoor Arena Soccer Camp

8 a.m.-12 p.m. Family Assistance Ministries hosts a food drive every Sunday at Community Presbyterian Church of San Juan Capistrano. 32202 Del Obispo St., 949.492.8477, www.family-assistance.org.

9 a.m.-12 p.m. Jaime Arroyo Soccer Academy (JASA) will be running a winter break indoor arena soccer camp for ages 7-14 in the Capo Sports Rink. Cost $100, includes t-shirt. 2 Via Positiva, San Juan Capistrano, 949.291.2678, www.jasocceracademy.com.

Bluegrass Brunch & Music

Bilingual Holy Hour

9 a.m.-2 p.m. Brunch at The Next Door with lively and harmonious bluegrass music starting at 11 a.m. 647 Camino de los Mares, 949.940.8845, www.nextdoorsc.com.

Lewis & Clark Expedition Across America

8 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.

Kelly Fitzgerald

11 a.m.-2 p.m. Soothing female vocalist during brunch at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

Signature Safari

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

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

7 p.m.-8 p.m. Mission Basilica hosts the celebration on the third Monday of every month. 31522 Camino Capistrano, 949.234.1360, www.missionparish.org.

$5 Monday’s

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

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Trivia Tuesday

6:30 p.m.–8 p.m. Irons In The Fire hosts the trivia event with prizes and an extended Happy Hour. 150 Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.218.1915, www.ironsinthefire.biz.

Soul Rebel Alliance

8 p.m. Coastal Cruise Tuesdays at Swallow’s Inn. 31786 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com.

2-for-1 Tuesdays

Kids Storytime at the Casa

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

Pool Tournament

7:30 p.m. In-house pool tournament every Wednesday at Knuckle Heads Sports Bar. $5 entry fee. 1717 N. El Camino Real, 949.492.2410.

Kerry Keefer

8 p.m.-12 a.m. Talented artist plays at Wind and Sea Restaurant Friday and Saturday. 34699 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.6500, www.windandsearestaurants.com.

Karaoke

9:30 p.m. Your chance to sing live at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

Dan Lefler

7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Great live music at Renaissance.

24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

Hart N Soul - American Songbook

7 p.m.-11 p.m. Live ’30s and ’40s American-style music at Adele’s.

2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente, 949.366.1121, www.adelesatthesanclementeinn.com.

Salsa Night

8 p.m.–12 a.m. Juan Carlos and his band spice up the scene at Brio Tuscany Grille every Wednesday. 24050 Camino del Avion, Suite B, Dana Point, 949.443.1476, www.briorestaurant.com.

Deblois Milledge Band

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

UPCOMING: December 23

Will Heard

Food Truck & Fare Thursdays

9 p.m. Live music at BeachFire and Taco Tuesday. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

Poul Pedersen

Rabbi Blue

Ben Powell

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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.

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.

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

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

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

11 a.m.-2 p.m. A variety of gourmet food trucks that changes weekly at the OC Fair & Event Center. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.708.1500, www.ocfair.com.

*For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.sanclementetimes.com.

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LIFE’S A BEACH: By Shelley Murphy

The City’s Recreation Guide is Full of Information— and Opportunity for Young and Old A

mid the flurry of Christmas cards and credit card bills in last week’s mail, I found the San Clemente Magazine for winter 2010-11.

The arrival of the city’s quarterly recreation magazine signaled an opportunity for a much-needed break from my seasonal baking, decorating, and wrapping, so I grabbed an unfrosted Christmas cookie and headed for the couch.

Flipping through the 75-page magazine filled with fun recreational programs for residents young and old, I discovered lots of local community news, like information on neighborhood watches and new building codes.

“The magazine is a great tool to find out about what the city’s recreation department offers, but there’s also a section in the magazine, News from City Hall, that’s very informative for residents,” said Wendyann Fernandez, the city’s Recreation Coordinator for the past three years.

The city’s recreation department offers community members the opportunity to master everything from the exotic art of Sogetsu Ikebana to common computer applications.

Fernandez said many programs are back by popular demand, “Most of our programs are

popular, but our art and dance classes for youth, and our fitness classes such as yoga for adults are very popular.”

On average, 4,200 residents sign up each quarter for classes and the city tries to keep it creative. Fernandez said they’re offering some new classes in 2011. “We have a collage art class; a charcoal drawing class; swim training for high school students; an osteoporosis prevention class; piano classes for youth and adults; and, a circuit training class for adults,” she said.

The recreation department provides plenty of programs for toddlers too, like its Parent & Me classes (probably a politically correct version of the old Mommy & Me classes I remember). There’s even a Baby Boot Camp, but don’t get too excited, it’s not what you might think—the baby stays in the stroller and mom (I mean the parent) does all the training.

In addition to the obvious health benefits of enrolling in a recreation class, Fernandez said, “It’s a great way for residents to get involved and become familiar with their surroundings, such as the Community Center, Senior Center, Ole Hanson Beach Club, the parks, and beach—registering for one of the

city’s classes will expose them to these great locations.”

After reading the city magazine, and sensing a bargain, I decided to register early and get a jump on my New Year’s resolution instead of Shelley Murphy waiting for a ball to drop in Times Square. “Registration for classes usually starts off as low as $60 and could go up to $200, depending on the classes you choose to sign up for—there’s not a feel of a monthly or yearly commitment,” said Fernandez.

Considering my complete lack of artistic talent, I quickly ruled out Japanese flower arranging (or Sogetsu Ikebana), and registered for Yoga for Stiff Bodies. It’s not that my bones are that brittle, but it’s been awhile (ok, years) since I found myself inverted on a mat attempting the pyramid pose.

Registration started December 8 and continues until classes are full, or the session starts. If you missed the magazine in your mail, stop by the Community Center and pick-up one or go online (www.san-clemente.

org) and view a digital copy.

Registration can be completed by mail, fax, in-person, or online; to register online for the first time, contact the recreation department to set-up an account and receive a personal identification number or PIN (949.361.8264).

“For security purposes we no longer accept phone registration but our customer service specialists will assist you over the phone if you’re trying to register online,” Fernandez said. “There’s a drop box in front of the Community Center that is available 24 hours a day too, if you need to drop-off registration—it’s secured and safe.”

The city also offers scholarships to those in need, said Fernandez. “They need to qualify by showing proof of hardship; the maximum scholarship is $50 per person, with a limit of two per household a year.” Forms are available online or at the Community Center.

The recreation department even helps holiday shoppers with last minute gifts: The Community Center offers gift certificates for recreation classes and pool passes. Now if only they could help me finish my baking, decorating and wrapping. SC Shelley Murphy is a San Clemente resident.

Council to Consider First Phase of New Signs Downtown and Pier Bowl first areas targeted

By Jonathan Volzke San Clemente Times

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he City Council on December 21 will consider the first phase of a proposed Wayfinding Master Sign Program, designed to create uniform city signs throughout San Clemente.

The Master Plan was approved in February.

“The City previously had no uniform municipal sign program, which has led to an assortment of sign shapes, colors, and messages,” Associate Planner Amber Gregg www.sanclementetimes.com

said. “The result is a variety of municipal signs scattered throughout the City that are difficult to read and are aesthetically unappealing.”

The goal of the Wayfinding Sign Program, she said, is to fix this problem through a uniform sign program that reflects the city’s “Spanish Village by the Sea” character.

The first phase targets directional signage in the Downtown and Pier Bowl areas.

The City Council meets at 7 p.m. on December 21 in Council Chambers at City Hall, 100 Avenida Presidio. SC

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Treasure Hunters Making its Way to Town Show was scheduled for December, but bumped to January

By Jonathan Volzke San Clemente Times

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he Treasure Hunters Road Show hit a speed bump on the road to San Clemente.

The television show, which has aired since 1996, was to set up shop at the downtown Holiday Inn from December 14 through December 18, but show officials say the hotel doublebooked and they were pre-empted.

The show will return to town January 18, and probably air in March.

During local stops, the show’s “treasure hunters” hope residents will bring in items such as coins and paper currency issued prior to 1965, toys, dolls, trains, vintage jewelry, old and modern musical instruments, war memorabilia, gold and silver jewelry, costume jewelry, advertising memorabilia, swords, knives, daggers, and the unusual.

Those who take items in have a chance to talk to world-renowned antique and collectible experts, all for free.

Show officials say recent finds include a 1960s vintage guitar purchased for $100,000!

Treasure Hunters Road Show buys items from residents, and also allows them to sell to others, too. The show is slated to come to San Clemente in January.

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Four gold coins were purchased from a local resident for over $72,000, Confederate money hidden in the walls of a residence that was uncovered during a remodel, an Abraham Lincoln hand-written thank you letter expressing gratitude for a night’s stay while traveling to Chicago, and much more.

Collectors are very serious about their

hobby; so serious that they will pay a lot of money for the items they are looking for.

Nearly all coins, vintage jewelry, musical instruments and toys made prior to 1965 are highly sought after by collectors. The Treasure Hunters Roadshow is touted as a place where anyone can connect with collectors from around the globe. The treasure hunters make offers based on what our collectors are

willing to pay. Then when someone decides to sell, they get paid on the spot and our treasure hunters send the item to the collector at their expense.

The show employs 25 teams of treasure hunters and has purchased some $250 million in goods, producers say.

See http://treasurehuntersroadshow.com for more details. SC

they got what they asked for. And in fairness to the City Council, the city would not have been the first logical stop to ask.

Since then, my inquiries to the school, a band-parent organization, and to individuals active in the recent School Board recall and election have generated little response or action.

And the countdown clock continues to tick…

Sadly, I have learned that the invitation was extended to our Marching Band back in August. I understand that no one appeared at a Triton football game with any form of program or reason to rally funding for the Marching Band.

Believing this to be a continued urgent priority, I have talked about it during recent BeachSide Chats. I promised to write an article; you are reading it now.

Here is the challenge issued to the talented, energetic, proud members of our community, be it business people, all service organizations, the usual volunteers that are so generous with their time and efforts, and yes, all parents and all students (marching band members or not): Pull together.

Come together.

Come to the BeachSide chat, organized by the San Clemente Times on January 7 at 8 a.m. at Café Calypso on Avenida Del Mar. Be prepared with a plan or suggestion or to rally others together to do some fundraising, activity, or event for the San Clemente Marching Band.

Do not come expecting us to tell you what to do. Come prepared to tell us what you will do.

Here is a further challenge to the citizens

of San Clemente who come to all of the free events all year; to the 25,000 that show up on the street for the Car Show, to the 8,000+ that hang out on Avenida Del Mar during the Puttin’ on the Glitz, to the hundreds that crowd each Beach Concert: It’s now your turn to give back to the community. After the meeting on January 7, I suspect that someone will be asking you to donate the equivalent of one specialty coffee, or one energy drink, or one burger, or one pizza slice. Simple math: If all 60,000+ residents of San Clemente each gave $3.00 (three dollars), all of our students would be properly funded to go.

And if the pride of San Clemente truly exists, perhaps some of you just might travel as a group to Washington D.C. to cheer our Triton band as they march by.

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Rally ‘Round the Band W

atching the City Council meeting a few weeks ago, I learned that the San Clemente High School Marching Band is invited to participate in the National Memorial Day parade. That means a trip to Washington D.C. is on their horizon.

As a citizen of San Clemente, there is great pride in knowing that our students will represent our beautiful city in our nations’ capitol.

It’s also comforting to learn that these young ambassadors might have some extra time for the opportunity to explore this incredible District, to be sightseers at the many monuments and museums, and to walk on hallowed ground. It might be their first impression and a genuine learning experience. Their memory will carry what they see and learn for a very, very long time. They are fortunate, and through their commitment and dedication to the Marching Band and San Clemente High School, have obviously earned the invitation.

As students, Marching Band participation provides an opportunity for wholesome bonding, promotes camaraderie, and offers the ability to apply real-life experience and mastery in the skills of: Another language (learning to read, interpret, and sound out musical notes), math (note count and beat/timing), organization (marching patterns) and discipline (practice, and showing up on time).

They will travel together, not just as representatives of our High School. They will represent our community, our Unified School District, and since the only other marching band in California to be invited is based in the near San Francisco, we could add that our

Tritons are representing the students from the entire Southern half of California.

As exciting as that is, there was some sadness in hearing that there may be some students that may have some Lou Leto difficulty finding the financial resources, and that could prevent them from going. I’ll expand on that situation: Not one student or parent should be financially impacted with a financial burden. The trip for the entire band could and should be funded from outside sources.

Here’s our chance to rally together.

While there has been great diversity among our citizens on many recent development projects and various political or school board candidates, there should not be even one member of our wonderful Spanish Village by the Sea that would wish to deny any student the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to go to Washington D.C. So it is our time, our opportunity, to unite and act. Immediately.

So far, what is being done? Not much that I am aware of. I learned of their invitation in November, the week of the recent mid-term election, as I watched two representatives of the Marching Band appeared before our City Council with the first announcement and a watered-down appeal for city funds. They were obviously not prepared for the “how much” question, so

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Bob & Cathy Adams Dr. Kent & Laurie Adamson Bernard A. Allen, Attorney At Law Allways Dogs Canine Wellness Center Yvonne Alvarado Lupe Alvarez Angel Wings Angels Baseball Club Animal & Bird Clinic of Mission Viejo Aquaman Pool & Spa Service/Repairs Arcade Camera John Archambault The Art House Awards ‘N More Backstreet Home Decor Kathy Barber, Beachtown Salon Baskin Robbins San Clemente Beach Front Liquor Store Beach Garden Cafe Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club Bill Metzger Plumbing Billabong Bonded Dry Cleaners & Laundry Tom & Claudine Bovich Jim & Shelley Boyd Gary Bridge Glenn & Mary Brosche Don & Karen Brown Robert Brown Drs. Carla Bryant & Tricia Williams, DDS, Family Dentistry Bubba Gump Shrimp Company Mike & Sue Burke Cafe 207 Camino Veterinary Clinic Camp Bow Wow of San Clemente Carbonara Trattoria Italiana Tony Carbonara Rod Carew Casa Tropicana Boutique Beach Front Inn Caterina’s The Cellar Churon Winery Jeff Clark Marty & Stefanie Colombatto Bill & Lynn Conlan Brad & Sandy Corbin Costco of SJC Creative Images CR&R Incorporated Cycle Werks San Clemente Harry Dahl Peter & Timothy Dahl Scott & Brooks Dahl Dana Point Hardware Dana Wharf Sportfishing Dick & Sharon Davidson Bud Davis, Tennis Pro Cheryl Ann De Long De Nault’s Hardware Bob & Margot De Nault Ruth De Nault De Palma Enterprises Delanty Studio & Gallery Kathryn Stovall Dennis, Artist Marvin Dennis, Woodcrafters Intl.

Dewey’s TV & Home Appliances Tom & Mary Jo Doherty Don Roberto Jewelers Wallace E. Duesler Dr. Jacque DuPont & Irvine Cottages EFX Performance EdgeCraft Corp.

El Niguel Country Club Ellen Davis Designs Entelechy Training & Development Estrella Veterinary Hospital

Jim Everett John & Maggie Ezell J.T. Ezell, Glass Artist Fairmont Newport Beach Horace & Ellen Ferguson Firewire Surf Boards Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar Flair Lighting Flawless Skin & Body Flowers & Friends of San Clemente Frogmore Creek Vineyards Mike & Karen Garza Gino’s Jewelers of San Clemente Grand Mayan Nuevo Vallarta Resort Green Dematologic Medical Group Bob Hannis, Sage Salon & Spa Don Hansen In Memory of Ann Hansen Harlan Braun & Co. Doug & Nina Healy Noel Helm Henken & Kennedy Orthodontics Hilton San Diego/Del Mar Hobie Surf Shop Holley’s Tire Service Mary C. Holt, Artist Hoover Hyatt Regency Newport Beach Infinity Surfboards Ingram Micro, Inc. Iva Lee’s Jay’s Car Repair “Jewels to You”

by Garton International Eric Johnson, D.D.S. Jenn Keller, Studio B Kelly’s Hallmark Shop Kimberly’s Flowers Krikorian Premiere Theatres La Costa Resort & Spa La Crosse Technology Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa Scott G. Lamming, D.D.S. Las Golondrinas Mexican Food Kim Lee-Thorp Lt. Col. Denny Lindeman, USMC (ret.)

Lodge Lorin Backe Photography Los Angeles Dodgers Los Angeles Lakers Lost Enterprises Luciana’s Ristorante Luna Landscape Jeremy Madrid Jim & Darcy Madrid Massage Envy Spa Tom & Rose-Marie McCool McDonald’s of San Clemente The Melting Pot Memories Of Me Photos.com Merrill Paint & Decorating Center Minart’s Boutique Nauman Electric Sherman Nekritz Nesco Julie Nguyen, Sage Salon & Spa Nic’s Vacuum & Small Appliances Oggi’s Pizza & Brewing Co. Dave Ohanesian, Seven Crown Resorts Orange County Fire Fighters Station 50 Original Olamendi’s Mexican Restaurant PRP Wine International Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital, Steve Scibelli, DMD Palomar Inn Hotel Paradise Designs Paradise Jewelers of San Clemente

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Kim Parham Paws Pet Resorts The Perfect Ten Nail Salon Dave Peter Petit Bonhomme Play N Trade Franchise Plaza Art Gallery Plum Precious Antique & Estate Jewelry Dr. Karen S. Potter, DDS Phil & Lorraine Potter Quiksilver Rainbow Sandals Ralphs Grocery Co. RBF Consulting Redhawk Golf Club Dr. John & Georgia Redmond Dr. Ron & Margaret Redmond Ristorante Ferrantelli Mitch & Susan Ritschel Jeff Roos / Lennar Homes Russell Stationers Joe & Cindy Rutland SC School of Music Sage Salon & Spa Salon Incognito Nicholas Salvati, D.M.D. San Clemente Art Supply & Framing San Clemente Balloons San Clemente Chamber of Commerce San Clemente Journal San Clemente Optometry, Dr. David J. Nota San Clemente Times San Diego Chargers Stan & Sheri Schrofer Justin & Sandy Scopaz Seaside Family Chiropractic Serafina Bath & Body Shadetree Automotive Dave & Beverly Shaw Shirt Graphics Shore Gardens Nursery Silpada Jewelry by Joelle Dr. Wyatt D. Simons, D.D.S., Signature Specialists Kelly Slater Jim & Barbara Smoot SoCal Hot Air Balloon Tours The SoCo Group Sonny’s Pizza & Pasta South Coast Dancesport South Coast Distributing Southern California Edison Timothy & Andrea Spaeth StellaLucy Gluten-Free Market Stewart Surfboards Stuft Pizza of San Clemente Sun Sets Bar Sunstone Hotels Surfer’s Journal Surfline Michael & Tamara Tatich Tony’s Locksmith Trader Joe’s Treasury Wine Estates True Grits Red Label Apparel UCLA Bruins Mark Van Dam, Artist Variant Jewelry & Clothing Co. Village Book Exchange Jim & Daria Waples Wheenk! Physical Therapy Susan White Mike Wills Wine Country Trails by Horseback Barry Wolvin, Utopia Salon Tony Yim www.MontanaDreams.net www.TheMoleHole.net

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BOYS SOCCER

Wolverines vs. Tritons, San Clemente High School Dec. 16, 7 p.m.

Diablos vs. Tritons, San Clemente High School Dec. 17, 5 p.m.

The Lady Tritons will host a non-league game against Aliso Niguel before heading off to the Las Vegas Tourney this weekend.

The Tritons are rumbling into the bulk of its schedule as the team preps to host Mission Viejo in a non-league match.

Info: www.sctritons.com

Info: www.sctritons.com

FOOTBALL

2010 CIF State Football Championships, Home Depot Center Dec. 17-18, TBA Several games are on tap throughout these two days as the best-of-thebest from the high school gridiron collide. Info: www. homedepotcenter.com

BASKETBALL

BASKETBALL

T-Wolves vs.

Clippers, Staples Center Dec. 20, 7:30 p.m.

Bucks vs. Lakers, Staples Center Dec. 21, 7:30 p.m.

The Clippers are making it an exciting season so far but need wins to make the year count—it all continues with a game against Minnesota.

After a slew of games on the road, the Lakers finally return home and will face Milwaukee before hosting the Heat on Christmas day.

Info: www.nba.com/lakers

Info: www.nba.com

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By David Zimmerle

BOYS BASKETBALL • The Tritons (4-2)

split its last two games losing 70-66 to Woodbridge on Tuesday, December 7 before bouncing back and beating Beckman 71-51 on Friday, December 10. In the loss to Woodbridge, San Clemente trailed 32-20 at the half but went into the fourth quarter only down 42-28 before its opponent put this one out of reach in the final frame. Dominic Fashing led the team with 30 points, hitting five 3-point shots in the game.

Blake Kubly totaled 11 points while Christian Baily finished with 10 points.

Against Beckman, the Tritons rolled to victory with ease, outscoring its opponent in all four quarters of play. Fashing was dominant again in the win, boasting a team high 26 points, 12 rebounds and four assists. Kubly also had a big game with 20 points on the night, while Hank Gillebard finished with eight rebounds. The team tipped-off the Beckman Tournament on Monday, December 13 and are scheduled to play games through Saturday, December 18.

Next 7 days: Dec. 21 at Estancia, 7 p.m.; Dec. 23 vs. Fountain Valley at El Toro, 2 p.m.

GIRLS BASKETBALL • After beating

Temecula Valley 55-38 in the first round of the Fountain Valley Tournament on December 7, the Lady Tritons (2-3) suffered back-to-back losses to close out the tourney—the first a 49-42 defeat at the hands of Tesoro on Friday, December 10, and the second a 66-40 loss to Huntington Beach on Saturday, December 11. Against the Lady Titans, Hailey Cunningham led with 11 points, Brogan Griffin had nine points and Sierra Blankenbecler had seven points. The girls were also led by Cunningham with 10 points in the loss to the Oilers. San Clemente went on to face Aliso Niguel at home on Thursday, December 16 at 7 p.m.

Next 7 days: Dec. 19-22 at Las Vegas Tourney, TBA

BOYS SOCCER • The Tritons (2-2-3) wrapped the Santa Barbara Showcase on Saturday, December 11 without a win during the tournament. San Clemente kickedoff the tourney on Friday, December 10 with a 3-1 loss to Paramount before losing 2-0 to Golden Valley the next day. The boys then closed the tourney with a 1-1 tie to host Santa Barbara as both teams scored in the first half. Tom Wiechert got the goal in this one with an assist from Gage Zerboni.

On Wednesday, December 15 the team traveled to take on Foothill.

Next 7 days: Dec. 17 vs. Mission Viejo, 5 p.m.; Dec. 22 at Edison, 5 p.m.

GIRLS SOCCER • The Lady Tritons

(3-1-2) made it all the way to the finals of the Butch Lee Memorial Tournament on Saturday, December 11 before losing 3-0 to Santa Margarita in the championship game.

The girls started off the tourney with a 1-0 win against The Bishops School as Janae Cousineau kicked in the winner. San Clemente then went on to route Westview 3-0 in the second round before beating Torrey Pines 6-5 in penalty kicks in the semifinals after both teams were locked at 1-1.

The Lady Tritons then went on to tie Edison 0-0 while on the road Tuesday, December 14. Olivia Engelsman had four saves at goal, while Sheridan Hapsic had one save.

Next 7 days: Dec. 16-20 at Mater Dei Tourney, TBA

GIRLS WATER POLO • The Lady Tri-

tons (6-1) fared well at the Villa Park Classic December 9-11 going 4-1 at the tourney. San Clemente opened with a 14-4 win against Long Beach Poly, beat Fountain Valley 10-6, lost to Montebello 8-7, worked Mater Dei 7-2 and closed the tournament with a 10-9 win against The Bishops School. Kelsey Thornton scored the game winner against The Bishops School with a backhand shot sent to the high corner of the cage. Celine Lazaro led the team with four goals in the game while Thornton finished with three goals. On Thursday, December 16, the Lady

Tritons traveled to take on Palos Verdes.

Next 7 days: Dec. 21 at Laguna Beach, 3:15 p.m.

WRESTLING • Triton wrestler Preston

Quam (189) finished in fi fth place at the Iron Man Invitational in Ohio December 10-11.

Quam beat Central Catholic’s Perry Hills (Pennsylvania) 8-6 in the fi fth-place match.

The Tritons went on to face Trabuco Hills at home in its first South Coast League dual of the season on Tuesday, December 14.

Next 7 days: Dec. 17-1 at Brea Olinda Invitational, 9 a.m.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL • Following are

results for those varsity girls volleyball players who took All South Coast League honors: 1st Team–Chelsea Heier (San Clemente) Co-South Coast League Most Valuable Player, Alexa Strange (San Clemente) Co-South Coast League Most Valuable Player, Molly Yoder (San Clemente) Co-South Coast League Most Valuable Player, Katy Stevenson (Capo Valley), Taylor Arizobal (Dana Hills), Shelsea Ashen (Dana Hills), Dani Franks (Trabuco Hills) and Bea Loper (Trabuco Hills); 2nd Team–Sarah Dean (Dana Hills), Tia Scambray (Dana Hills), Stephanie McFadden (San Clemente), Erin Talafus (San Clemente), Bailey Tanner (San Clemente), C.J. Smith (Trabuco Hills), Allie Stone (Trabuco Hills); Honorable Mention (only available for San Clemente)–Mia Feiner and Michele Hammer.

CAMEN PIHO COMMITS TO BROWN UNIVERSITY

By David Zimmerle San Clemente Times

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an Clemente High School’s varsity lacrosse team has another one of its players getting prepped to play at the next level.

Senior Camen Piho (6-0, 180 pounds, long stick midfield/defense) recently confirmed that he committed to Brown University on a full-ride academic scholarship.

“I have always wanted to go to an Ivy League school,” Piho said. “I feel that at a big school I would get lost, and so Brown, with its familylike atmosphere, surrounded by a small town, I really feel like I’ll be able to find myself at that next level.”

Piho said he was going to interview with Yale, Princeton and Harvard but opted to pull the trigger and commit to Brown.

“I really want to see the change of seasons, and the green of the East Coast” Piho said.

“Brown specifically has that small town feel

where it’s not in the middle of nowhere. I’m also looking forward to meeting students that are as like-minded as myself, so we can argue about pressing topics.

“I’m also looking forward to being able to display my skills on and off the field at the collegiate level,” he said. “Signing day (was) December 15, and I plan on committing to Brown University. I will not be taking an official visit there nor have I ever visited.”

Last season, Brown finished 8-6 with big wins against Cornell University and University of Pennsylvania.

“I’ve got great speed and creativity to get where I need to go on the field, and know I can always work on everything in my game to really get prepared to play at the next level,” Piho said.

He currently reports a 4.4 GPA, a 31 on the ACT and also says he scored 790 in math and 690 in physics on the SAT II. SC

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Cheese Shop

Financial Advisor

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CHIROPRACTORS

ACUPUNCTURE Clemente Acupuncture acudoc333@aol.com

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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

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

949.370.1125

COMPUTER REPAIR & SERVICES San Clemente Computer & Network Services daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 Sano Computers

949.492.2179 www.sanocomputers.com Solution Tek-nologies 949.400.0080 San Clemente, www.solutiontek-nologies.com

CONCRETE

The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 Costa Verde Landscape 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) Serrate Law 949.429.8107 www.costaverdelandscaping.com 630 S. El Camino Real, Ste. A, serrate@cox.net

949.361.9656

Auto Wrecking

BABY & CHILDREN’S GEAR OC Tykes

949.429.1714 201 N. El Camino Real, www.octykes.com

Bankruptcy Attorneys Beauty Supply

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

HAIR SALONS

Heating 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

Miller’s Holiday Lighting

Dentists

949.369.7263

DRYWALL/DRYWALL REPAIR

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

SC Rider Supply

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

MUSIC LESSONS

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

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

Optometry

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

949.493.2269 Betty’s House Cleaning 949.370.2920 638 Camino De Los Mares, #A120, David Miller - Wonderful Windows 949.369.7263 www.seasideeyecare.com www.wonderfulwindows.com

Del Mar Beauty Supply 949.492.8180 949.493.9311 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste D, www.delmarbeauty.com Eric Johnson, D.D.S. HOUSE SITTING 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 209, www.drericjohnson.com Blinds Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 Ronald Trosper, DDS 949.492.7140 San Clemente Window Fashions 949.498.9515 145 Ave Del Mar, www.downtownsanclemente.com San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net www.sc-wf.com

BOOKS

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

MOTORCYLE PARTS & SERVICE

Home Décor

949.248.2868

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

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949.481.8444 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.bconstruction.net HOME IMPROVEMENT The Cooper Company General Contractor License #B 638754, 949.361.2538 Custom Carpentry, Concrete Framing & Finish www.biffcooperconstruction.com Ike Soffes

949.363.3087 Dunham Construction, Inc. 949.492.7100 License #450880, www.dunhamconstruction.net HOME LOANS Hutton Construction 949.492.2808 Coldwell Banker Home Loans - 949.307.7982 www.brucehuttonconstruction.com nmls#261832. Tom Fashing, Mortgage Advisor, tom.fashing@mortgagefamily.com COSMETICS

The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com Mary Kay Cosmetics www.marykay.com/madams2

Landscape Lighting

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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CONTRACTORS - GENERAL

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

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

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

INTERIOR DECORATING & REDESIGN

PAINTING

KC Painting & Decorating

949.388.6829

Periodontics & Dental Implants Dr. Alice P. Moran, DMD 949.361.4867 (GUMS) 1001 Avenida Pico, Ste. K, www.moranperio.com

The Home & Garden Stylist/ 949.218.8022 Vignettes of Refinement PEST CONTROL San Clemente, www.vignettesofrefinement.com Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 Rooms With A View - One-Day Makeover BUSINESS COMPUTER SERVICE, REPAIR ELECTRICAL Using Existing Furnishings 949.492.8566 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 OC - IT

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949.412.6602 INTERIOR DESIGN www.freetermitereports.com CARPET P.O. Box 986, www.gallagher-electric.com Norma Mardian Interior Design 949.492.6271 Pet Grooming www.nminteriordesign.com Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 Entertainment 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G-105, VIP Pet Spa

949.492.7473 DJ Services 949.874.2540 INTERIOR MAKEOVERS & STAGING www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com 810 S. El Camino Real, www.vippetspa.com Shaw’s Carpets 949.492.8070 KilltheTreble@yahoo.com Casa Verde Homes 949.212.5800 Pet SITTING 135 Avenida Victoria www.casaverdehomes.com Estate Planning, Probate, Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 CARPET CLEANING JewelerS Trust San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net Capistrano Beach Steam Clean 949.240.5875 Lange & Minnott

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

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949.683.4972

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Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 Costa Verde Landscape License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, www.costaverdelandscaping.com www.freetermitereports.com

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

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

VETERINARIANS

PHOTOGRAPHY Memories Of Me Photos wwwmemoriesofmephotos.com

949.361.0680

PIZZA Izza Neapolitan Pizzeria 949.248.4925 376 Camino de Estrella, www.izzapizzeria.com

PLUMBING A to Z Leak Detection 949.499.4464 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.atozleakdetection.com Bill Metzger Plumbing 949.492.3558 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.billmetzgerplumbing.com Chick’s Plumbing 949.496.9731 www.chicks-plumbing.com Mission Plumbing & Heating 949.492.4303 1100 S. El Camino Real, www.missionplumbingandheating.com San Clemente Plumbing 949.366.2691 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 108, www.sanclementeplumbing.com

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Sea View Pharmacy Sea View Pharmacy is dedicated to servicing the complete pharmaceutical care, medical supply and home medical equipment needs of our community. Our goal is to facilitate patient care needs, promote wellness, and continue to service our community as we have been for over 25 years. 665 Camino de Los Mares, Ste. 101, San Clemente, 949.496.0123

Restaurants

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

Real Estate Altera Real Estate - “Sandy & Rich” www.sandyandrich.com 949.293.3236 Antonio Fiorello, Forté Realty Group 949.842.3631 San Clemente, www.forterealtygroup.com Casa Verde Homes - Simon Wilson 949.212.5800 www.casaverdehomes.com Doug Echelberger First Team Real Estate 407 W. El Camino Real, 949.498.7711 www.echelberger.com Marcie George - Star Real Estate South County marciegeorge@cox.net 949.690.5410 Prue Putnins- Regency Real Estate 949.366.1984 www.thetalegateam.com, www.HomesByPrue.com Steve Smith 949.632.8139 Olympian Altera DCP, ssmithsurfer@msn.com Tarbell Realtors - The Metcalfs 949.533.5999 1001 Avenida Pico, www.Metcalf4Homes.com

Real Estate Attorneys The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com

Remodel Casa Verde Homes

949.212.5800 License # B 906391, www.casaverdehomes.com Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com Finish Builders 949.492.1084 nesaanderson@cox.net, www.finishbuilders.com

WATER DAMAGE

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

Jim Thomas Roofing 162 Calle de Industrias

949.498.9412

SECONDHAND THRIFT SHOP

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

SURF CAMPS Aloha Beach Camp 949.481.7222 647 Camino de los Mares, www.alohabeachcamp.net

Surf Lessons Aloha Beach Camp 949.481.7222 647 Camino de los Mares, www.alohabeachcamp.net

SURF SCHOOLS San Clemente Surf School 949.334.7649 www.sanclementesurflessons.com

TERMITES Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, www.freetermitereports.com The Termite Guy -Termite & Pest Control 106 W. Canada Ave., 949.940.1010 www.877termite.com

TILE & STONE INSTALLATION/RESTORATION Yorba Linda Tile & Marble, Inc. 949.276.5752 www.yorbalindatilemarble.com 714.757.3490

Troubled Teens Pacific Quest

949.940.6068 mark@pacificquest.org, www.pacificquest.org

TUTORING Study with Stacy www.studywithstacy.com

949.632.1176

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

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

WEBSITE DESIGN

949.290.8230 949.498.6204 Bayside Window Cleaning www.baysidewindowcleaning.com Greg’z Pristine Window Cleaning & 949.294.7852 X-Mas Light Installation 949.361.3348

SCREENS

WINDOW COVERINGS Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com San Clemente Window Fashions 949.498.9515 www.sc-wf.com

Wine Shop & Wine Tasting 949.361.9656

WINDOW CLEANING

ROOFING CONTRACTORS

949.369.7263

Wine Bar

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

Café Calypso

114 Avenida Del Mar #4 WINDOWS The Cellar 949.492.3663 Wonderful Windows 949.369.7263 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

Sure-Fit Screens

Printing OC

949.388.4888 www.surefitscreens.com 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com

Psychologists

Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital 949.429.1555 1242 Puerta Del Sol, www.pacificcoastveterinary.com

San Clemente Website Design 949.246.8345 949.366.9386 www.sanclementewebsitedesign.com

SALONS Radiant Pool & Spa Service 949.290.5616 www.radiantpoolservice.com Salon Bamboo SC Pool Techs 949.235.1261 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. A, www.fixmypoolnow.com www.salonbamboo.com Salon Bleu 949.366.2060 PRESCHOOLS 207 S. El Camino Real, www.scsalonbleu.com 949.429.5802 San Clemente Preschool 949.498.1025 Sanctuary Salon & Spa 1041 Avenida Pico, Ste. B, www.sanctuarytalega.com 163 Avenida Victoria, sanclementepreschool@gmail.com PRINTING

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SPORTS & OUTDOORS

SCOREBOARD BASEBALL

CROSS COUNTRY

SC SEA DOGS U14 WIN TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONSHIP The SC Seadogs U14 participated in the Turkey Trot Rings Classic Thanksgiving weekend at Steed Park and won the title going undefeated in tournament play. The SC Sea Dogs also won its entire division this season. The team is based out of SC Sports in San Clemente. Coaches are Greg Fielis, Dave Hansen and Doug Petersen. Players include Bobby Dietz, Matt Rosendahl, John Gonzales, Brandon Peterson (San Clemente), Ash Robbins, Noah McDanCourtesy photo iel, Nick De Gruccio, Ryan Daugherty, John Sheaks (San Clemente), Brooks Gasparian and Jack Vikan (San Clemente).

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SOCCER

COUSINEAU BATTLING FOR DOUBLE ALL-AMERICAN STATUS San Clemente’s Alaina Cousineau qualified to compete in the National Cross Country Jr. Olympics on December 11, in Hoover, Ala. for the sixth year in a row. Finishing seventh in the region running the 4k rain course in 14:57.64, Cousineau was in the mix to defend her All-American status in the race.

Last year she finished 15th in the nation at the race in Reno, Nev. running under less-than-stellar conditions as it was 22 degrees and snowing. And the weekend of December 10-11, she is also training as part of the Olympic Development Program for water polo. This past summer, Cousineau was a qualifier for the 800m event at the USA Track and Field Jr. Olympics, but had to decline participation as it conflicted with her training for water polo. She led her team to a bronze medal at National Water Polo Jr. Olympics in Los Angeles last August, earning All-American status.

FENCING

SILVER BULLETS TAKE FIRST PLACE IN DIVISION The Silver Bullets, a girls under 12 AYSO Region 111 team comprised of 10-and 11-year old girls and representing San Clemente and Capistrano Beach, have just completed a very successful season earning first place in their division of eight teams.

The team finished their fall 2010 season with an overall record of 93-1, and also scored 27 goals while only allowing 11 goals in the back of (Back row, from left) Coach Maria Biss, Brenna Johnston, Daniela Luna, Laura Biss, Coach Brian Biss, Abigail Larson, Bailee Block, the net from opposing teams. (middle row) Leslie Morales, McKayla Mear, Mia Branstrom, Taylor Earning first place gave The Pressnell, (front row) Roma Sinacori, Maddie Goodpaster, Grace Silver Bullets the opportunity to Owen, Hannah Reese and Mia Jones. Not pictured is Alexis Dimond.

Courtesy photo represent San Clemente and Capistrano Beach at the Southern Orange County AYSO Area playoffs on December 4-5 and 8 in San Juan Capistrano.

SC GIRLS U11 BLACK TEAM FIND SUCCESS San Clemente’s girls U11 black soccer team was recently promoted to the silver level in CSL with an overall record of 10-1-3, posting nine shut outs this season. The team is coached by Kerri Mclellan and assisted by Chris Murray.

The majority of girls on the team are from San Clemente.

(Back row, left to right) Coach Chris Murray, Kira Chavez, Madison Mclellan, Megan Mclellan, Zoe Pothier, Natalie Herring, Emilie Dagostino, coach Kerri Mclellan, (middle row) Julianna Ballesteros, Maya Williams, Marissa Pla, Olivia Fu, Mikayla Finney, Jessica Weiss and (front row) Julia Kalez.

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SCHS GIRL’S VARSITY SOCCER SET FOR FUNDRAISER DINNER AND DANCE Before the Lady Tritons host its “Just For Kicks” benefit dance, the team will have a Fratello’s “Dinner Night” Fundraiser Thursday, December 16 from 5-10 p.m. Mention “SCHS Girls Soccer” while you’re there and Fratello’s is also going to donate 20 percent of dinner proceeds toward the team’s upcoming soccer trip. The team’s benefit dance is set for Saturday, December 18, from 7:30-10:30 p.m. at the San Clemente Community Center located at Avenida Del Mar and Calle Seville. The theme this year is “western.” Tickets are $10 per person pre-sale or $15 at the door the night of the event. All proceeds from the dance benefit the varsity girls’ soccer team. A high school student I.D. is required to attend, while donations and matching sponsors are welcome. DJ Nathan Reynolds will rock the dance for the evening spinning some techno, hip-hop, rap and other top 40 hits. Larson Lighting will also provide a laser light show. “Just for Kicks” will benefit the team’s trip to the invitation-only Red Bull Nolan Showcase in Fort Worth, Texas, January 13-15, 2011. Only the top-ranked varsity girl’s soccer teams in the nation are attending this invitation-only college showcase. The Lady Tritons are the only California high school team that has been invited to the tournament. But due to the challenging economic climate, the team has declined prior invitations to the event. This year the tournament offered to pay for the team’s hotel, vans, tournament fee and food and the team graciously accepted. However, the airfare and travel costs are $550 per player. The “Just for Kicks” dance proceeds will be evenly divided among the 23 varsity players to help defray travel costs so that every player will be able to participate. For more information visit the “Just For Kicks–Dance Benefit” Facebook page or www.sctritons.com.

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Mary Barnett tAKES gold San Clemente’s Mary Barnett took the gold medal in Youth 14 Women’s Sabre last weekend at the Margo Miller Regional Youth Competition in Pasadena. Barnett, 11, a sixth grader at Vista Del Mar Middle School, edged out close friend and teammate Kyla Obillos, 12, from Irvine, in the gold medal bout.

Barnett defeated Francesca Fedorovsky of San Clemente in a 15-8 direct elimination bout, and Obillos defeated Anastasia Ivanoff, 14, of Los Angeles in a 15-12 From left: Kyla Obillos and Mary Barnett.

Courtesy photo direct elimination bout, setting the stage for the finals.

Barnett and Obillos have been fencing together for more than two years at the Laguna Fencing Center under Coach Nick Dinu.

VOLLEYBALL DIGGERS SLAM DOWN TOURNAMENT TITLE The Diggers recently won the Boys and Girls Club 7-9 Youth Volleyball Tournament Champions beating the Starbursts. Both teams were full of talented players which set the stage for great match-up.

The Diggers won the first game 16-14, but the Starbursts came back and won the second 15-7.

The final game was based on rally score and the Diggers took Courtesy photo it 15-5 to win the championship. Team members for the Diggers include (left to right) Francesca Best, Maxine Davey, Presley Stevens, Paige Campbell, Catrice Collier and Katelynn Ballowe (not pictured).

TRIATHLON LOCALS COMPETE AT TINSEL TRI IN HEMET Several ladies from San Clemente completed the Tinsel Triathlon in Hemet, Calif. on Sunday, December 12 including (left to right) Sachi Fukuman, Robbin Ward, Beth Sanden, Jill Hodges and Brandy Byron

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Grom of the Week Malia Ward Age: 13, Bernice Ayer Middle School Malia Ward is doing well in competition for her Bernice Ayer Middle School team and in the Western Surfing Association (WSA) Gatorade Championship Series. In the Scholastic Surf Series (SSS) she is currently ranked No. 3 among Orange County Middle School girls after making both finals of the season so far—third place in November at Carlsbad and fourth place this month at the San Clemente Pier. In WSA competition she is currently the No. 9 ranked surfer in the Girls U16. As the daughter of local pro surfer Chris Ward, Malia enjoyed a couple of weeks of expert coaching and the opportunity to practice on Oahu’s North Shore last month. “The water was so warm and perfect,” she said. “It was really nice to get away from the Malia Ward. Photo by Jacqueline Miller cold water for awhile and I got to surf Rocky Point every day!” Her hobbies include modeling, acting, tennis, kick boxing, yoga and playing the guitar. A straight ‘A’ student, Malia enjoys volunteering as a peer tutor. As for her future, she says she can see herself attending Pepperdine University, both for their business program and for the location. She describes herself as a future entrepreneur and would like to have her own clothing line some day—after becoming a pro surfer and a role model for younger girls.—Andrea Swayne

Pat at Pipe

Surf ForecasT Water temp: 55-58˚F Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: 10-12’ Poor; Catalina: 12-18’ Poor-Fair Remarks: A fun zone mix of SW and NW swells prevails on Thursday. Surge is light-moderate and visibility is low making for generally poor diving conditions.

Short range: A fun mix of SW and NW groundswells prevails Thursday with knee-waist-chest high surf for better breaks. Top combo breaks pull in sets in the shoulder high+ range. Winds are light/variable for the morning for generally fair to good conditions.

Long range: A new mix of SW-WSW windswell takes over on Friday, with size holding in the knee-waist-chest high+ zone for better breaks.

Size drops into the ankle-waist high range on Saturday, with rain and Southerly winds likely, stay tuned.

San Clemente surfer Patrick Gudauskas moves on to Round 3 at Billabong Pipe Masters Contest

By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

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illabong Pipe Masters, the final event of the 2010 Association of Surfing Professionals (AS) World Tour was back on Wednesday morning December 15 at Backdoor Pipeline on Oahu’s North Shore.

San Clemente’s Patrick Gudauskas was among those waiting out the six-day small surf delay.

Day one, December 8, saw Gudauskas— seeded straight to Round 2—advance after solidly defeating Australia’s Tom Whitaker 12.16 to 2.70. According to an announcement on the live webcast, Gudauskas’ win in this heat secured his position on next year’s Dream Tour.

With competition resuming, the local surf community was once again waiting anxiously for Gudauskas’ next turn in the lineup. Unfortunately, his Round 3 heat did not start before press time, but we caught up with Gudauskas’ dad Tom watching the online webcast from home.

“To get to the Pipeline Masters has been a highlight of Pat’s life work so far. And to re-qualify for the Dream Tour is an inspiration

SURF RESULTS AND BOARD SHORTS Volcom Qualifying Series, Seaslug Series, LA County December 4, Manhattan Beach, El Porto First place and local finishers only. PRO/AM: 1. Bobby Okvist, Newport Beach, $500.

JUNIORS: 1. Kelly Zaun, Manhattan Beach, $250; 2. Scott Weinhardt, Dana Point; 4.

Logan Laubach, San Clemente. GROMS: 1.

Jake Marshall, Encinitas; 3. Josh Benjoya, Dana Point. SQUIDS: 1. Nicholas Marshall, Encinitas. GIRLS: 1. Natalie Anzivino, South Bay; 2. Kulia Doherty, San Clemente; 3. Lani Doherty, San Clemente.

40th Annual SURFER Poll Awards The 2010 SURFER Poll Awards were presented at Turtle Bay on Oahu’s North Shore on December

Patrick Gudauskas. Photo by © ASP/ Kelly Cestari

to his brothers and other upcoming San Clemente surfers who will represent our city in the international surf arena in the future,” said Tom Gudauskas. “One thing that’s dramatic about these events is how international the competition really is. To see this caliber of surfers from all over the world is just as big a deal as the Olympics for our athletes. Pat told me he’s going to try his best to do his best. He’s been training hard to be prepared with a strong body, strong mind and strong spirit. We’re proud of all three of our boys and as a family all of us are rallying around his pursuit of a title at

the iconic Pipe Masters contest.”

Log on to www.vanssurf.com to see video of Pat doing what is described as one of the craziest air drops ever at Log Cabins, shot on December 9. Apparently there were waves elsewhere during the string of lay days at Pipe.

Pipe Masters is the final stop of the Vans Triple Crown. As the contest resumes, Australia’s Joel Parkinson will be looking to nail down his third consecutive Triple Crown win. To watch the live webcast from Pipe Masters, log on to www.triplecrownofsurfing.com. SC

6. Top honors for Surfer Magazine readers’ favorite were on repeat from last year, once again going to Kelly Slater and Stephanie Gilmore. The top movie award went to Kai Neville’s Modern Collective.

The evening was dedicated to the memory of Andy Irons and emceed by Sal Masakela and Fred Patacchia.

So you weren’t among the lucky ones in the audience and you missed the live webcast? No worries; FUEL TV will air a onehour SURFER Poll Awards show on January 5, 2011 at 8 p.m. Eastern Time.

Log on to www.surferpoll.com for more information and a full rundown of the winners.

et Connect Ecommercial Contest. Students are asked to pick and eco-subject of their choice—like plastic pollution, water quality, e-waste, recycling, organic living, saving wildlife, etc.—then film, edit and submit a 30- to 60-second public service announcement.

Winning entries will receive prizes plus $1,000 for first place, $500 for second, $250 for the Celebrity’s Choice Award and $225 for YouTube Most Watched and Facebook Most Liked Awards. Students will also get recognition from L.E.A.F. celebrity, industry and educational partners, certificates of accomplishment from leading universities, an invite to be featured and honored at the LEAF/Newport Beach Film Festival and their entries featured on VERB TV, Cox Cable’s action sports channel.

Log on to www.leaf-rocks.com or www. volcom.com/leaf for more information and entry instructions.

Calling All Eco-minded High School Students Beginning this week L.E.A.F. (Leaders in Environmental Action Films) along with partners Volcom, Etnies and Planet Connect, announced an invitation to all California high school students to enter the 2010/2011 Plan-

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SC Times online video show Log on to www.sanclementetimes.com to see our collection of BoardShorts videos featuring the people, places and events that make up our rich surf community. Please note: BoardShorts videos can be purchased directly through videographer Rob Elseewi for $10 per segment.

Check out the archived episodes for footage of friends and family and note the name of the video you are interested in buying. To order your copy, send an email to robelseewi@gmail.com or call 949.701.5711.

UPCOMING EVENTS December 18-19: NSSA Southwest Conference Open Event No. 7, Cardiff by the Sea, Seaside Reef January 8: SSS Orange County Middle and High School Event No. 3, Huntington Beach, Goldenwest Street January 8-9: WSA Gatorade Championship Tour Event No. 6, San Clemente, Pier January 15-16: NSSA Southwest Conference Explorer Event No.5, Encinitas, D Street January 16-17: Surfing America Prime Event No.4, Santa Cruz, Steamer Lane January 22-23: NSSA Southwest Conference Open Event No. 8, Dana Point, Salt Creek January 29-30: NSSA Southwest Conference Open Event No. 6, Huntington Beach, Pier (Rescheduled due to rain-out on November 20-21.) www.sanclementetimes.com