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DeVille in the Details The 16th Annual Village Car Show brings hundreds of autos, thousands of visitors to downtown E Y E O N S C / PAG E 6

Parker Steel will be one of nearly 300 car owners at Sunday’s San Clemente Village Car Show. Photo by Stacie N. Galang

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Beer and Wine on Tap at La Pata-Vista Hermosa Sports Park

Blake: Finances Require Discussion before Moving in

South County Gravity Racing Embraces the Rush

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

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San Juan Capistrano voters easily approved a proposed mixed-use retail, housing, commercial and equestrian project on Tuesday by a 55 percent to 44 percent vote. Measure B asked residents to choose between two development projects at La Novia and Valle Road. A “yes” vote supported a 2010 project of homes, a retail and commercial center and 500-horse stable, while a “no” vote kept a decadesold plan for 440 homes, a hotel and other projects. Most of the city’s leadership supported the newer project, but some residents opposed it and gathered 3,362 signatures to put the issue before voters. Voters, however, supported the council decision. The final tally showed 3,372 “yes” votes to 2,704 “no” votes. About 30 percent of Capistrano voters cast ballots Tuesday. The project is on the open land just north of the Volkswagen dealership.

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San Diego Superior Court Judge Joan Lewis struck down the city’s restriction of public access hours at two paths leading through the Headlands development to Strand Beach, said her ruling made public on Monday. The judge said the city’s declaration of a public nuisance justifying the necessity of locking the gates at either 5 p.m. or 7 p.m.—depending on season—lacked evidentiary support and was based on “pure speculation.” The court sided with a Surfrider Foundation lawsuit filed in response to the restricted gate hours last June but agreed with the city concerning the right of city government to declare and abate a nuisance. However, the decision states that, “the city cannot act to abate the nuisance—i.e., limit hours of access/place gates—in a manner that is in excess of that necessary without obtaining a coastal permit.”

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... Alcohol Sales at the Under-Construction Sports Park?

THE LATEST: Despite an outpouring of opposition, beer and wine will be on tap for patrons of the La Pata-Vista Hermosa Park’s miniature golf complex. The City Council voted 3-2 Tuesday night to approve the lease with Scott Melcher, the owner of Paradise Mini Golf. Mayor Lori Donchak and Councilman Tim Brown voted against the contract allowing alcohol to be sold at the concession area within Melcher’s proposed complex. The approval came despite a 7-0 vote by the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission decision to nix beer and wine sales. As designed, Melcher’s business will include an 18-hole miniature golf course, a wave pool and a 3,500-square-foot food and beverage facility on just under one acre of the destination park. On Tuesday, a nearly even number of opponents and supporters went to the microphone to express their views on alcohol sales. “I just see something terrible happening there,” said resident Robert Jenkins, who wanted the council to vote down alcohol sales at a park geared toward children. Wayne Ostrander said he saw approval of the lease and granting of alcohol sales as means for opportunity. “For me, it’s important we do everything we can for small business,” he said. Brown grilled Melcher about the business and asked whether it would prosper without beer and wine sales. “Why is it that this has to happen now?” the councilman asked. “This project is going to be successful,” Melcher said. “I could be giving away ice cream and people would complain that I was contributing to the obesity of children.” San Clemente Times June 9–15, 2011

Donchak said she preferred delaying the sale of beer and wine. “Let’s walk before we run,” she said. “We’re going to have so much going on with the sports park. Can we wait a year to give you the license?” But the majority of council members put their trust in Melcher and agreed to let him sell alcohol from the first day of operation. “I think we need to give this businessman every opportunity to succeed,” said Councilman Bob Baker. He said the City Council would be keeping a close eye on Melcher and his operation. “I’m confident he’s going to run a good operation out there,” Baker said. Opponents stormed out of the council chambers when they realized the vote would not be in their favor. WHAT’S NEXT: The lease agreement places heavy restrictions on Melcher’s beer and wine sales, including limiting the number of purchases per person to two drinks and stopping service at 9:30 p.m. The contract also gives the council the chance to review alcohol sales every six months from the time the doors open or as deemed necessary. FIND OUT MORE: See the lease agreement on the city’s website at www.san-clemente. org. —Stacie N. Galang

... Water and Sewer Rates?

THE LATEST: A majority of residents can expect a hike in their water and sewer bills for the coming year. The City Council first unanimously approved a 12.6 percent increase to water rates and then went on to approve a 6 percent spike in sewer rates.

The city’s water and sewer rates will be increasing for residents. Pictured here is the city’s water reclamation plant. File photo

About 3,000 residences, primarily in Talega, do not receive water from the city and won’t be affected. For the rest, however, the average monthly residential water bill will increase by $6.09 and the sewer bill by $1.94, according the staff report. An expected 6.7 percent increase in water costs from the city’s primary source, the Metropolitan Water District, was a primary reason to raise rates, said Tom Rendina, the city’s municipal services manager. San Clemente purchases 90 percent of its water from the water district and that water makes up 44 percent of the water fund budget, Rendina wrote in the staff report. Three years of wet winters also dried up usage and therefore income for the water fund. France and Steve Helfer described the rate increases as an illegal and unfair

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taxation. “We’re being punished for conserving water,” France Helfer said. The couple told the council they received a bill for $1,500 for one month of water use, which elicited gasps from around the room. They said they contested the charges to no avail. The two live by themselves and have no pool. France Helfer did say they water portions of the canyon near their home to reduce the potential for fire. WHAT’S NEXT: With the approval the rates increases for both water and sewer will start in August 2011, according to the staff report. FIND OUT MORE: Visit www.san-clemente. org to see the staff reports on the water and sewer rates. —SNG (Cont. on page 5) www.sanclementetimes.com

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…Students Attending a Real DUI Sentencing?

THE LATEST: San Clemente High students on Wednesday saw first-hand the consequences of drinking and driving: Not the deadly results of an accident, but the legal penalties of an arrest. Orange County Superior Court Judge Kimberly Menninger held an actual hearing in which two convicted drunk drivers received their sentences in front of juniors and seniors. The presentation, sponsored by the Associated Student Body and Parent-TeacherStudent Association, began with a showing of The Last Text, a short video detailing the tragic results on teens due to texting and driving. This was followed with studentvolunteer exercises on the difficulty of impaired driving. Since it was an actual court proceeding, Menninger warned the audience that any talking could result in a $500 fine. Two defendants were being sentenced, both pleading guilty to DUI charges. The first was 19 years old, and was driving without his headlights when he was pulled over. He had a blood-alcohol content of .07, also tested positive for having marijuana in his system and was drinking underage. The second defendant was pulled over by California Highway Patrol for drifting and straddling lanes. When given a field sobriety test he had a BAC of .16 to .18. After sentencing both defendants, the judge talked to the men on how they felt about their arrests, under what context it happened and what they had learned from their experiences. “This was an opportunity to take what was a bad decision or mistake and turn it into a positive outcome,” said the second defendant. WHAT’S NEXT: Defendants were sentenced to fines totaling around $2,000, must partici-

pate in probation and alcohol testing and attend an alcohol course and a Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) panel. Defendant one lost his license for a year. Menninger also issued a Watson Warning, which is warning the defendants that if they cause a fatal accident under the influence of alcohol they can be charged with murder as opposed to manslaughter, which could mean an additional 15-20 years in jail. Julie Doran, an OC Courts collaborative coordinator for the high schools, said they hope to try to put on two “choices and consequences” presentations a month next year countywide. FIND OUT MORE: See the participating therapists’ websites at www.rachelclarkonline.com and www.occounseling.com —Alexa DuMity

...Mandatory Carbon Monoxide Detectors?

THE LATEST: All homes with attached garages or fossil-fuel source will be required to have carbon monoxide detectors under a new law that takes effect July 1. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection supports the requirement. “Carbon monoxide is a silent killer, each year claiming the lives of an average of 480 people,” Acting State Fire Marshal Tonya Hoover said in a statement. She added another 20,000 go to the hospital because of carbon-monoxide poisoning. Previous laws only required new homes to have the detectors. The law will primarily be enforced when property changes hands. WHAT’S NEXT: The Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act (Senate Bill 183) requires the devices be in place by July 1. Owners of multi-family leased or rental dwellings, such as apartment buildings, have until January 1, 2013 to comply with the law.

FIND OUT MORE: See the Cal Fire website at www.fire.ca.gov —Jonathan Volzke

… More Discussion of SONGS?

THE LATEST: San Clemente Green Leader Gary Headrick’s request for support of a resolution seeking a temporary shut down of San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station went unfulfilled Tuesday. The City Council voted 4-1 against putting the item on an agenda at a later meeting. Mayor Lori Donchak cast the only vote of support. She said she wanted SONGS held to the highest possible safety standard. Headrick, an outspoken opponent of the power plant, asked the council to adopt his provided resolution, which called for SONGS’ immediate shutdown “while issues of safety are being taken into consideration and acted upon.” WHAT’S NEXT: Already, the City Council has decided to hold a community meeting in the fall to discuss SONGS in light of what happened at Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant. Leaders from at least SONGS and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission are to be invited. A majority of the council preferred to wait until community meeting before considering any resolutions. They emphasized the fall gathering take a balanced approach. “If we’re not going to have a balanced meeting, we shouldn’t have a meeting at all,” said Councilman Bob Baker. FIND OUT MORE: See www.sanclementetimes.com for more updates. —SNG

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• Long Walk on the Beach: Mayor Lori Donchak will hold her latest walk at Poche Beach Saturday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. She will be joined by Assistant City Engineer Tom Bonigut and Orange County representatives to discuss the water treatment system installed at Poche to clean urban runoff before it discharges to the ocean. Participants are asked to meet at the corner of Camino Capistrano and North El Camino Real. Attendees will learn about the treatment system, including how it treats runoff; how it has been working; its impact on coastal water quality; and, upcoming actions. Information on related efforts, including the city’s study to identify sources of bacteria in the watershed will be discussed. • Local Leader: San Clemente High senior Rebecca Baker was recognized at Tuesday’s City Council meeting with the 2011 Leadership Award by the Human Affairs Committee. Isobel Pelham, chairwoman of the committee and Donchak Rebecca Baker stands with her brother presented the award to the student. Baker, who volunteers with a number of organizations, including Paul Baker at the City Council meeting the Boys & Girls Club and the Special Olympics, credited her older brother Paul Baker for inspiring her Tuesday. Photo by Stacie N. Galang to help others. • Promises: The City Council finalized next year’s fiscal budget Tuesday night, restoring $8,000 for the Holly Jolly Hoopla and $9,570 more for the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce. The chamber’s full portion from the city will be $30,000. Council members asked Sharon Heider, director of the city’s Beaches, Parks and Recreation Department about whether the hoopla would have penguins, reindeer and real snow. Councilman Jim Dahl volunteered fellow Councilman Bob Baker to be dress up as a reindeer. “I will dress up as a penguin,” Dahl added. No doubt the public will attend for the costumes alone.

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City and Community Calendar Thursday, June 9 Coastal Advisory Committee Meeting 7 p.m. Ole Hanson Room in the Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org. Chat with Pat 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Talk with a health care specialist at the Senior Center. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322. Fun on the Run 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Afterschool activity program meets weekdays at various locations; Thursdays are at Los Mares Park. www.san-clemente.org.

Friday, June 10 Dark Friday City offices closed.

Saturday, June 11 Junior Woman’s Club Rummage Sale 6:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Rummage sale at the RIO Adult Day Health Care Center. 2021 Calle Frontera. Community Shredding Event 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Free shredding event at Community Development. 910 Calle Negocio, 949.498.9436, www.san-clemente.org.

Monday, June 13 How to Conquer the Wall 12:45 p.m. Local “hero” Beth Sanden gives an inspirational talk at the Senior Center. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322. Mom Business Associates 12 p.m. Meeting at Lavender Lounge Tea Company. 104 N. El Camino Real Suite B, 760.MOM.2359, www.mombusinessassociates.com.

Tuesday, June 14 South Coast Detachment Marine Corps League 7 p.m. San Clemente Elk’s Lodge. 1505 N. El Camino Real, 949.493.4949, 949.361.9252. Author Visit 3:30 p.m. Author Renuka Sundaram visits the library to read her book Sammy the Galapagos Sea Lion. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org. Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting 7 p.m. Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Wednesday, June 15 Dog Licensing & Vaccination Clinic 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Special services SC-DP Animal Shelter. $5-$35. 221 Avenida Fabricante, 949.492.1617, www.san-clemente.org. Business Council of SC Meeting 4 p.m. Chamber event at The Next Door. 647 Camino De Los Mares, 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com. www.sanclementetimes.com

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Village Car Show Appeals to Generations Young and Old Downtown Business Association expects 20,000 visitors to Del Mar By Stacie N. Galang San Clemente Times

his ain’t your granddad’s car show. Sure, plenty of grandfathers will be on hand this weekend to display and view souped-up coupes at the 16th annual San Clemente Village Car Show on Avenida Del Mar. But the old guard is making way for a new generation of car aficionados like Parker Steel who purchased his ride—a 1966 convertible Cadillac DeVille with white wall tires, buffed-up chrome and obligatory leopard-print upholstery—on the online auction site eBay. “This is my first restoration that I’ve done,” said the 41-year-old San Clemente resident. “It’s just a lot of fun. I love looking at the other cars myself. It seems like every time I bring this car out, it reminds somebody about something in their life.” Nearly 300 cars are expected downtown during the show, which runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free event by the Downtown Business Association draws nearly 20,000 people to Del Mar and includes food, entertainment and street vendors. This year, local merchants will be handing out trophies to some of their favorite cars, said the DBA’s Colby Carrier. Mayor Lori Donchak will also hand out the Mayor’s Trophy to her favorite participant. “It makes for a wonderful day for the family,” Carrier said. While the majority of the vehicles will be of the classic variety such as 21 Woodies, the car show will also feature an all-electric 2011 Tesla sports car and at least two racecars, said Jim Nielsen, a member of the association’s car show committee. “We’ve got a great mix of cars,” he said. Chandu Lakhani of Arcade Camera is hoping to bring together car lovers and photo buffs. The camera shop will have free rentals of Canon cameras and lenses throughout the event. The equipment can be rented out for an hour at a time on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants need only bring a media card. A Canon technician will be available for consulting too, Lakhani said. “It’s a unique situation,” said Lakhani, who has owned the shop for 25 years. “There are so many different cars and different colors.” Visitors will see plenty of color from David Freedman’s cars. The car show committee member owns a 1960 Chevy Corvette, a 1958 Corvette, a 1964 convertible Ford Mustang and a 1957 Chevy Nomad. His two daughters appreciate his cars but haven’t picked their father’s passion for rebuilding cars. By volunteering at the car show, he’s sharing his passion with the public. “I like to put on a good car show for the public and for the car people,” said Freedman, 69, who started working on cars at

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Cars will be on display Sunday for the 16th annual Village Car Show. File photo

age 13. Nielson said he loves San Clemente’s car show for the crowd. He hopes younger generations come to love cars as he does. “I have one little grandson I’m hoping will show an interest in cars,” said Nielson, who grew up working under the hood of cars. “Dads get kids into in a hobby.” He worries too many kids today prefer a new Lexus rather than an older car they can customize. Generation Next Steel’s entry into the classic car world started after years of visiting San Clemente’s Village Car Show. He had admired the vehicles and got to talking with the owner of a Chevy Chevelle who explained some basics about the costs and the overall work. “I was like, ‘I can do that,’” Steel said. But it wasn’t until the salesman was laid off from a software company four years ago, and he suddenly had free time that he committed to a project. He first started by searching online and after some “nerve wracking” negotiations with the former owner in Colorado, Steel snatched up his fixer-upper in need of some serious TLC. “I was really able to get into it really inexpensively,” Steel said.

Much of the mechanical work he outsourced, including the brakes, suspension, exhaust, fuel lines and carburetor. The seats have whole new coverings, the dash has been replaced and the carpet installed anew. “I’m not a mechanic. I’m a sales guy,” he said. “I like to have fun with it but I have to know my limits.” Scouring the Internet, he personally found chrome accessories, like the surfer hood ornament and knobs. He managed to get smaller parts like the windshield wipers and the power antenna working. Steel estimates he’s spent about $13,000 to make the car not only road worthy but also stylish though he blanched a bit over the $400 price tag for each tire. These days, Steel estimates he spends about an hour a week searching for new parts or tinkering on the car. He’s entered the car in the show the last three years. The Cadillac owner enjoys driving the car to work in San Clemente or just around town on the weekend though it guzzles gas at nine miles per gallon. “I didn’t buy it to sit in the garage,” said Steel who shuttled the grand marshals in Dana Point’s Festival of Whales Parade this year. “I bought it to drive it. Page 6

It’s a blast to drive. It’s fun.” Jacob Russell, 15, only has his learner’s permit, but the San Clemente High sophomore has been working under the hood since he was big enough to pick up the tools. “My granddad taught me everything I knew about cars right now,” said Russell about his grandfather Phil Tessier. “Ever since I was 2 years old, I’ve been going to the car show.” Russell started his first year in the high school’s Auto Academy and “learned a lot more.” Tessier, 62, purchased a 1929 Model A coupe in the 1970s for $300. He rebuilt the vehicle, painted it fire engine red with flames and drives it around town. His passion has extended to the rest of the family. In addition to his latest project, a 1937 Graham, his wife drives a gold 1964 Cadillac DeVille. “I’ve got grandkids that come over and like to ride in the rumble seat,” said Tessier, who has always liked cars. Tessier has been to every one of San Clemente’s car shows and enjoys taking his rides to other events across the state and beyond. “It’s fun,” he said. “You meet a lot of people.” His grandson has helped rebuild the Graham, and the pair spent weekends for years installing parts like a reworked gas tank, the suspension and some of the electrical wiring. “With classic cars, it’s all about improvising,” Russell said. “ You have to build stuff. Some times you don’t have the right tools or the right parts. You have to work around it.” His proudest moment with the car was hearing the engine purr for the first time, and did so on the first attempt. “I was really little when we first got it,” Russell said. “It was rough. There were holes in the fenders. The whole thing was pretty much a rust bucket.” He prefers the older cars for their styling. His personal favorite is the 1972 Chevy Camaro. “Back in the day, they were free to do what they want,” he said. “I like them better than the new ones.” To him, the car show is a place to gather for like-minded people. Though they can be very different, car enthusiasts come together around a common love and passion. “It’s just a cool car show,” the 15-year-old said. “It’s not very big. It’s not too small. Everybody seems to know each other there. It’s a good atmosphere.” San Clemente’s car show draws outsiders and locals alike, said Tessier. Visitors appreciate the location because of the shops and the layout of the cars on Del Mar, but Tessier enjoys the camaraderie. It’s a perfect mix. “We’re lucky down here,” he said. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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Woman ‘Lovin’ McDonald’s Worker, San Clemente Lost wedding ring returned to La Jolla woman By Pantea Ommi Mohajer and Stacie N. Galang San Clemente Times

ayla Roberts thought she lost her new wedding band for good but an honest McDonald’s employee found the ring and saved it for the La Jolla resident. “My husband had just bought it for me as an anniversary present,” said Roberts. “I didn’t know what I was going to tell him.” McDonald’s Assistant Manager Janaina Lopes took the call from a tearful Roberts who explained she had taken the ring off briefly to put on lotion. She and her daughter have made a ritual of stopping at the McDonald’s on Avenida Pico for breakfast on their way to the doctor’s office in Newport Beach and did so recently. Roberts believed the band had fallen out of the car. “After we ate our breakfast, I got out of the car to throw out the trash,” she said. Forty minutes later, when they were in Newport Beach, Roberts realized she didn’t have her ring anymore. “I freaked out,” she said. “I started looking everywhere, hoping it had fallen between the seats or something, but I knew it was gone.” When Roberts called, Lopes offered to go outside the fast food joint to search. Initially, she found nothing. “I looked on the floor, and I don’t see anything,” said the assistant manager who

SC Sheriff’s Blotter Complied by Cory Saul 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, June 7 BATTERY REPORT Avenida Estacion, 1700 Block (2:28 a.m.) A man at North Beach was reported beaten by multiple people. Paramedics arrived to treat a possible broken foot, arm and nose.

Monday, June 6 CITIZEN ASSIST Calle del Cerro, 1100 Block (10:26 p.m.) A San Clemente Times June 9–15, 2011

Janaina Lopes, an assistant manager at McDonald’s on Avenida Pico, helped find and return a customer’s wedding ring. Photo by Stacie N. Galang

started working at the eatery seven years ago and knew not a word of English. Roberts said the assistant manager kept assuring her everything would be OK and told her not to cry. “I’ll never forget the way she was talking to me—so kind, so calming,” she said. But Lopes noticed a car from the drivethru idling in one spot and waited for the driver to pull forward. When the car left, the McDonald’s employee spotted the ring. “I took it, and I go back to the phone,”

said Lopes, a single mom who has a 4year-old son. The assistant manager first asked Roberts to describe the ring, which was encircled with diamonds. Satisfied with the description, Lopes assured its owner she would keep the ring for her. “She started crying,” the employee said. “I said, ‘Don’t worry. It’s safe. I have it.’” But it would be several hours before Roberts could return. When she did, Roberts thanked Lopes with a $100 tip but the employee initially refused.

woman called deputies and claimed that her soon-to-be ex-husband had stolen her car.

They were throwing rocks at his apartment and a window was broken. The parents were home but weren’t doing anything about it.

WELFARE CHECK Mariposa, 100 Block (3:00 a.m.) A frightened resident reported multiple people roaming the streets. He claimed they were stalking him and threatening to kill him but didn’t know where they were.

Sunday, June 5 FRAUD REPORT El Camino Real, 600 Block (9:04 p.m.) A woman was arrested after returning a product that didn’t belong to her. The storekeeper realized that she just pulled the product off a shelf and “returned” it. DISTURBANCE Avenida Cabrillo/El Camino Real (8:21 p.m.) A concerned citizen called police after witnessing four adults physically beating a person in a parking lot. They appeared to be gang related. Later, the five of them, including the victim who appeared uninjured, could be seen loitering near the alley. VANDALISM IN PROGRESS Camino de los Mares, 600 Block (7:33 p.m.) A man called to report a group of approximately eight children who lived next door.

BURGLARY IN PROGRESS El Camino Real, 700 Block (12:45 p.m.) An employee of a surf shop informed authorities that a woman had stolen a pair of shoes. The employees were able to apprehend the woman who was now cooperating. ILLEGAL PARKED VEHICLE Escalones, 200 Block (12:04 p.m.) A resident phoned deputies to report a Mini Cooper parked in the middle of the street. BATTERY El Camino Real, 2500 Block (3:42 a.m.) A victim called after being threatened and spat on by two men who were described as drunk and standing on the above patio.

Saturday, June 4 DISTURBANCE-FAMILY DISPUTE Finca Street, 0 Block (11:11 p.m.) A man who sounded intoxicated called police about a dispute he was having with his wife who wanted to leave with their son. The man said he didn’t know why she wanted to leave. She just decided out of the blue. Page 8

“No, I can’t accept it,” Lopes recalled telling Roberts. But the woman took Lopes’ hand and told her to please keep the money. “I practically had to force her to take it,” Roberts recalled. “It was all I had in my purse. If I had more, I would have given her more. I would have given her everything.” “How can I say no?’” the assistant manager said. “She was so excited.” Store Manager Andy Suckiel said he was amazed the ring was still in the parking lot but not that Lopes returned it. “She’s a great employee and a good manager,” Suckiel said. “Janaina is a good person.” He has worked alongside Lopes since she started in the kitchen and worked her way up to assistant manager. Not only has she advanced professionally, she also learned to speak English. Her honesty was the kind of gesture expected of all employees, Suckiel said. Lopes said she never thought about keeping the ring. “It’s not mine,” she said. “Why am I going to keep it?” For Roberts, the whole episode renewed her faith in people. “I used to think no one would ever do something like that, you know, that people would just keep it for themselves,” she said. “But now, I know, there are some good people in the world. Right here in San Clemente.” SC DISTURBANCE La Ventana, 2800 Block (10:10 p.m.) A party host called authorities about nearly 50 people who were asked to leave the house but were now out front partying. SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE Avenida Calafia, 600 Block (7:30 p.m.) A citizen called about a man watching beachgoers through binoculars from his Ford Mustang. PETTY THEFT Avenida Pico, 900 Block (1:12 p.m.) One arrest was made after a woman was reported stealing a bottle of rum from a store. The arrested person was the get-away driver.

Friday, June 3 DISTURBANCE-MUSIC OR PARTY Via Pimpollo, 1900 Block (9:29 p.m.) Neighbors complained about a loud party that spilled out onto the street. Kids were reported throwing beer bottles and running up and down the street. ROBBERY IN PROGRESS Avenida Pico, 900 Block (6:05 p.m.) A grocery store employee was struck by a man who was apparently stealing a package of meat. The man ran out the store and proceeded west to a jogging trail with the package. www.sanclementetimes.com

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Props, Recognitions and Morsels of Info Friends’ Foundation Golf Tourney Set for June 17 at Muni Course

Designs by Nature Gallery to Host Artist’s Reception

u The Friends of Beaches, Parks and Recreation Foundation will take over the municipal golf course June 17 at 12:30 p.m., providing 18 holes of golf with a shotgun start, snacks and beverages, a reception, dinner and a silent auction. The silent auction also features dinners at various San Clemente restaurants, free computer classes, sheriff “ride-a-longs,” a fullpage ad in the SC Times and resort condominium rentals, according to foundation President George Caravalho. Entry fees are $150 for individuals and $500 for foursomes. Proceeds will be invested in recreational programs for both local youth and adults. All sponsor and green fees are tax deductible. For more information, visit www.sanclementeparksfoundation.org or call 949.492.4036.

u San Clemente photographer Kirk Kegel has released a photographic image of a beautiful woman lounging in a primordial sea that he says looks like Mother Nature, the Greek goddess of the Earth, Gaia. Kegel is a lapidary and professional photographer who cuts rocks into slabs and then takes macro photos of the colorful landscapes, scenes, entities, and abstract forms he finds inside. He found the image when he cut open a small slab of natural rock. Kegel will have a free artist’s reception June 11, from 7:30 pm to 10 pm. at Designs by Nature Gallery. The artist will also be at the gallery June 12 from noon to 5 p.m. “Gaia” plus new works including one entitled “Dinosaur Beach” will be featured at the reception. The public is invited to this free event.

Triton Marching Band members display the city’s name as they walk in the National Memorial Day Parade May 30. Courtesy photo

Triton Marching Band Brings San Clemente to D.C. Parade

American Heroes Tribute Provides Banners for Memorial Day Events

u The San Clemente High School Triton Marching Band participated in the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C. To be admitted to the parade, the band had to be nominated by an elected official or recommended by a college-level marching band instructor. The band is director by Tony Soto.

u This year’s Memorial Day weekend, American Heroes Tribute supported events in Vista, Riverside, Mission Viejo, Santa Clarita and Victoria, Texas. The nonprofit was created in 2005 to honor military service members who have given their lives in the war on terror and in turn honoring their families. The charity’s first event was held in San Clemente in 2005 when 24 Banners were displayed throughout the city. The eight-member board, most of who reside in San Clemente, has a two-fold mission: To pay tribute to a fallen hero with a banner at no cost to the family and to find events and organizations that are interested in displaying the banners. Having the banners on constant public display helps accomplish that mission. American Heroes Tribute currently has more than 230 banners available for display, and they can be shipped anywhere in the United States for use during events. For more information, visit www.americanheroestribute.org.

Saddleback Hospital Open House Hosted by Hospital Guild u The Hospital Guild is hosting a free Open House at the Saddleback Memorial Medical Center June 15 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The public is invited to take a tour of the hospital’s new renovation and enjoy appetizers from its award-winning chef. Drinks will also be provided. To RSVP, call Virginia Pillsbury at 949.366.5928, Sharon Saunders at 949.492.0858 or Char Bailey Crowe at 949.489.3580.

Workshops on Fitness, Nutrition Continue Sunday at Library All of Reynard Corporation’s participants in the Mud Run finished the race. Courtesy photo

Reynard Corp. Enters Mud Run u Reynard Corporation in the San Clemente Business Park fielded two teams for Camp Pendleton’s Mud Run June 4 at the base’s O’Neil Lake. The 10-kilometer Mud Run includes hills, river crossings, five-foot mud walls, tire obstacles, a tunnel crawl, a slippery hill climb and the final 30-foot mud pit. This year was Reynard Corporation’s second entry. Last year, the thin-film optics manufacturing company entered one team into the race, and post-race enthusiasm encouraged more to participate this year. All participants finished the race and included Randy Reynard, Renee Hooper, Rob Sczupak, Rhonda Peters, Stephanie Easton, Duy Nguyen, Gene Calderon, Phil Hoang, Leticia Medrano and Bob Goya.

Have something interesting for the community? Send your information to editorial@sanclementetimes.com. San Clemente Times June 9–15, 2011

Marine Corps Support Group Seeks Help for Troops u The San Clemente Chamber of Commerce invites the public to attend the San Clemente Marine Corps Support Group to its next meeting June 10 at 12 noon at The Next Door Restaurant, 647 Camino de los Mares, Suite 126. The group will help organize fundraising efforts for military events, send care packages to the troops and give overall support to the men and women bravely serving and their families. San Clemente has two adopted units: 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines known as the “Magnificent Bastards” and HMLA-367 Helicopter Squadron. Both are based at Camp Pendleton and are preparing to deploy to Afghanistan this year. Organizers hope to support them while they are overseas by planning ahead. For more information or to RSVP, email arlen@occoxmail.com or call 949.492.1131.

u The San Clemente Library continues its

Life Transitions: Workshops for Life Beyond 50. The second part of the three-part series on fitness and nutrition will be June 12 and the final installment June 19. Both workshops run from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and are presented by personal fitness instructor Jeremy Pricer. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call Alicia Zach at 949.492.3493.

Mako Pride Awards Given u Vista del Mar Middle School celebrated its Mako Pride Award recipients at an assembly June 1. Students qualified through their grade point average, citizenship and by volunteering over 20 hours of service at school and in their community. The students were Brooke Harvey, Makayla Hall, Bailey Hahn, Cierra Gunderson, Mikayla Finney, Elena Elliot, Avery Eichner, Rachel Blumer, Connor Brannon, Rachel Blindell, Max Bienert and Arman Akhondzadeh.

Vista del Mar students, pictured with Principal Adam Ochwat, receive their Mako Pride Awards for community and school service. Courtesy photo

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The Village Voice: By Wayne Eggleston

San Clemente’s July 4 Festivities Festooned with Patriotism, Fanfare A well respected part of American life, Military an integral part of day

he 4th of July is rapidly approaching and San Clemente has another grand day planned for us. The fireworks display from the pier is spectacular and one of the very best along Southern Wayne Eggleston California. The dinner on the pier hosted by San Clemente Ocean Festival and the Fishermans Restaurant is a real treat. As in previous years, our Spanish Village by the Sea will have a 4th of July fly-over. Our adopted unit HMLA 367, a U.S. Marine Corps helicopter squadron headquartered at Camp Pendleton, will once again do the honors. It is thrilling to be on the pier when they fly directly overhead with the sound system playing God Bless America and diners waving American flags. This year, we hope to have them circle around the pier instead of just flying over. We’ll see. HLMA 367 is a highly decorated Marine squadron receiving the Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron of the Year, Aviator of the Year award and the Chief of Naval Operations Safety Award for 2010. Recently in various newspapers there was a syndicated column by Karlyn Bowman, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C., entitled Worth Saluting, The U.S. Military is the Most Respected Institution in American Life. Poll after poll including Gallup, she states, finds that the most respected institution in America is the United States military. Of those polled, 76 percent said that they had a great deal or quite a lot of confidence in the military. Why? Well, among many reasons, one stood out in particular. Most of us know San Clemente Times June 9–15, 2011

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someone who has served or is serving in the military. Guess which institution has the very lowest rating? Well, if you answered Congress, you are right, as it ranks at the bottom. Politicians, in the polls, are seen as self-interested and dominated by greed and selfishness. Big business and labor unions are in the same category, according to these same polls. Nearly two-thirds of those polled also see big business and Wall Street had too much power. The military is an institution where accountability matters. Americans value honor and sacrifice, and the military certainly espouse those virtues.

We are very proud here in San Clemente to have adopted two Marine Corps units: HLMA 367 and from the 5th Marine Regiment, Second Battalion Fourth Marines known as the Magnificent Bastards. Every 4th of July, The Heritage of San Clemente Foundation, which manages and maintains Park Semper Fi, closes the park at 5 p.m. to the general public and invites active duty Marines and their families to feast on food provided by individuals in the community and to watch the fireworks. The first year we were overwhelmed by several hundred and a major portion of our landscaping was destroyed. So we came up with a plan for this type of

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celebration, which is a ticketed event and free for 100 people. This year we are requesting those in the community, up to 20, who would like to bring food and meet the Marines and their families and watch the fireworks to contact heritage@ marinemonument.com and tell us what dishes you would like to provide along with a maximum of four in your party. Reservations are a must, so please respond early. PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the San Clemente Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@sanclementetimes.com.

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The List

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

thursday

Rod Frias 5:30 p.m. Live entertainment at Irons in the Fire. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.3900, www.beachfire.com.

Pajama Storytime 7 p.m. Enjoy the Sunshine Readers at the library. Wear your PJs. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org. Jazz at Sunset: The Ken James Quartet 7 p.m. Casa Romantica presents music during sunset on their Ocean Terrace. Tickets $7–$15. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, wwwcasaromantica.org. La Crema Wine Pairing Dinner 6 p.m. A sixcourse wine and meal pairing event featuring La Crema Winery at Vue Restaurant in Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa hosts. Tickets $90 each. 25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point, 949.661.5000, www.lagunacliffs.com.

friday

Beach Concert Series 6 p.m. The San Clemente High School & Shorecliffs Jazz Band perform at the San Clemente Pier. www.san-clemente.org.

29th Anniversary Celebration 12 p.m. Join the San Clemente Senior Center as they celebrate 29 years of service to the community, featuring entertainment by Tony Rogers and more. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322. Choreographer’s Ball Dance Performance 6:30 p.m. San Juan Hills High School students performance dance acts on the Main Theater with shows June 10-11. Tickets $14-$16. 29211 Vista Montana, San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.5900, www.sjhhs.org. Aloha Friday 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Surfing Heritage Foundation presents a “taste of Oahu” with the Oahu Visitor’s Bureau and Quiksilver Waterman’s Collection, as well as live music by Makena, “talk story” with Randy Rarick, giveaways, free pupus and more. 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente, 949.388.0313, www.surfingheritage.org. San Clemente Times June 9–15, 2011

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Rick Delanty’s Summer Home Show

Art lovers needn’t jet set to New York to view museum-worthy pieces. San Clement painter Rick Delanty will open his home studio for his annual summer home show and sale June 10 to 12. The plein air artist recently earned membership in the National Society of Painters in Casein and Acrylic. The association was founded in the 1950s to give artists using the casein, a milk-based medium, the opportunity to exhibit works regardless of style, school or subject matter. With the advent of the acrylic polymer medium in the ‘60s, the society expanded its acceptance to include both media. The NSPCA is described as the “foremost national showcase for these two aquamedia.” Delanty’s membership came with the acceptance of his painting “Oak Creek Tributary” into the society’s 57th annual exhibition, which opened May 23 and closes June 10. Delanty’s 10-inch-by-10-inch painting was completed on location at Grasshopper Point near Sedona, Ariz. and has been installed as part of the exhibition in the Salmagundi Art Club on Fifth Avenue in New York. Locals can see more examples of Delanty’s artwork by visiting his website at www.delantyfineart.com or his studio at 2510 Via Durazno, San Clemente. The studio will be open Friday, June 10 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, June 11 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, June 12 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. For more information, call 949.492.8995.

The Beach Ball 6 p.m.-9 p.m. The BGC Capistrano club celebrates their 20th anniversary at the Pelican Hill Resort. Tickets $220. 22701 Pelican Hill Road South, Newport Coast, 949.467.6800, www.bgccapo.com. Dana Point Boat Show & Green Expo 12 p.m.-7 p.m. Event in the Dana Point Harbor. Begins at 10 a.m. during the weekend. Admission $12. 34451 Ensenada Place, Dana Point, www.danaboatshow.com. Oscar & Felix 8 p.m. Play at Cabrillo Playhouse that takes a “new look at The Odd Couple.” Tickets $20. Shows through June 26. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 949.492.0465, www.cabrilloplayhouse.org. New Arrivals Wine Tasting 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company tasting fee is $15 for seven wines. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com. The Cholulas 9 p.m. Live music at Molly Bloom’s. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 949.218.0120. www.mollybloomspub.com. Steel Guitar Workshop 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Hulaville. 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com.

saturday

Win Free Concert Tickets! The first three people to email us with SC Times Free Concert Tix in the subject line will receive a pair of free concert tickets from The Coach House to see Kora-Rock/Funk Collective Band on June 15th. Include your name and phone number. EMAIL: tickets@sanclementetimes.com

Second Saturday Art Fair 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Monthly art event along the streets of downtown San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.4700, www.sjcartfair.org. Live Music Cruise 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Dana Wharf’s Saturday music cruise featuring the music group, Feed the Kitty. Full bar onboard. Tickets $19. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com. Sonny Leeland & 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. California Surf Museum Gala 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Celebrating 25 years of the museum in an event with food, music, silent and live auctions. Tickets $95. 312 Pier Way, Oceanside, 760.721.6876, www.surfmuseum.org. Nate Hancock & The Declaration 9 p.m. Live music at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

San Clemente Beer Festival 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Left Coast Brewing Co. hosts the first San Clemente Beer Festival to support local military, featuring microbrews, live music, food and more. $30 (VIP $35). 1245 Puerta Del Sol, San Clemente, 949.218.3967, www.scchamber.com.

San Clemente Car Show 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The 16th annual car show along Avenida Del Mar in San Clemente featuring more than 300 cars on display, vendors, entertainment and much more. www.villagesanclemente.org.

50’s Music at Agostino’s 8 p.m. A night of rock, pop and doo-wop with Eddie B. Trio at Agostino’s Ristorante & Bar. Tickets $15. 34700 Pacific Coast Hwy., 949.661.8266, www.agostinosbythesea.com.

Whitey Harrison Exhibit 10 a.m. The Ocean Institute hosts a memorial exhibition of surf legend Whitey Harrison. $4.50–$6.50. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

Roller Derby Game 7 p.m. The local women of the South Coast Roller Derby team take on Cal Skate Roller Derby at the Capistrano Sports Rink. Tickets $12 advance, $15 at door. 2 Via Positiva, San Juan Capistrano, 310.869.4870, www.southcoastrollerderby.org.

San Clemente Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh produce, flowers and more every Sunday along Avenida Del Mar. Rain or shine. (Cont. on page 16)

OC BBQ Festival 11 a.m.-6 p.m. BBQ festival at the OC Fair and Events Center. $10. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.408.9781, www.ocbbqfestival.com. Page 14

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GETTING OUT (Cont. from page 14) SOCSA Showcase 2011: Catch Your Rising Stars! 5 p.m. Annual event showcasing the talent of students in the South Orange County School of the Arts featuring musical performances, art displays, catered dinner and much more in Porthole Theater at DHHS. Tickets $50-$75. 33333 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.240.1994, www.socsarts.org. WaterWorks: Soak Up the Science 10 a.m.-5 p.m. A new special exhibition on the world of water at the Discovery Science Center. Adults $12.95, kids $9.95. Open daily. 2500 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, 714.542.2823, www.discoverycube.org. Cheryl Silverstein & Joe Ritkes 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Vocalist and guitarist perform pop standards at Blue Danube. 111 W. Palizada, San Clemente, 949.218.5186.

monday

Selma’s Happy Hour 11 a.m.-close. Happy hour all day at Selma’s. 218 Avenida del Mar, San Clemente, 949.276.2828, www.selmaspizza.com.

Mission SJC’s Historical Exhibit 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit Mission San Juan Capistrano’s historical collection featuring precious and rare paintings, religious artifacts and historical documents. Free with paid admission $5–$9. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com. Ketel One Kabana Nights 4 p.m.-10 p.m. Salt Creek Grille presents a new event with cabanas, appetizers and drinks on the patio Sunday through Thursday. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com. Comedy Show 9:30 p.m. Comedians get some laughs at Hennessey’s every Monday night. Free. 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121, www.hennesseystavern.com. $5 Mondays 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Join SC Wine Company for happy hour featuring three wines for $5, glasses of selected wines for $5 and mugs of beer from $5 and up. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

SC Times Restaurant Spotlight

Ball Park Pizza 31654 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite H, San Juan Capistrano 949.493.8652 Best known for: Gourmet pizza in a sporty atmosphere Most Popular item: Pepperoni pizza Ball Park Pizza in San Juan Capistrano creates a homey atmosphere for sports fans to enjoy pizza and a game. For 30 years, Tony Balderas has owned this location of Ball Park and sought to provide a fun, sport-themed setting for local Staff photo residents. Balderas hand makes all the pies, mixing his own dough and tossing each before it hits the oven. The menu includes everything from garlic bread and buffalo wings to hot sandwiches and ice cream. Even with all of these options, Balderas still says his most popular item is pepperoni pizza. Although Balderas describes the atmosphere as “simple,” he also said he definitely wants sports to be the main theme of the restaurant. The walls are covered with local youth league sports team banners, and the players frequently hold end-of-the-season parties at the eatery. The flat-screen televisions that also adorn the walls add to the sporty environment by displaying major athletic events from around the country for fans to enjoy. The banners help to create this community setting where everyone feels welcome. Kids from around the neighborhood can come in and see their team banner or team picture hanging on the wall and feel a sense of recognition. They can also devour the pizza and indulge in arcade games that fill the restaurant. Ball Park is a great place for adults and kids alike. Price Range: $5.99-$26 Reservations: Not needed

Payment: Cash, credit Hours: 11:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. seven days a week

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tuesday

Best Day Foundation Fundraiser 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Event at The Cellar featuring live music and more. $5 donation at the door. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

Lee Roy 7:30 p.m. Live music and beer pong and drink specials at Swallow’s Inn. 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com. Two-for-One at the Wharf Dana Wharf has half price on all fishing trips. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com. Benny on Flamenco Guitar 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

AT THE MOVIES

BY Megan Bianco

Midnight in Paris is Magical

or decades parents and grandparents alike have been preaching, “They don’t make them like that anymore.” They’re pondering an era they experienced in their youth or even just fantasizing of a time before their birth, in part, because the present comes off as underwhelming or disappointing. The films, the fashion, the music, it all just seemed better back then. With Woody Allen’s summer release Midnight in Paris, © Sony Pictures Classics our protagonist faces just these feelings. Screenwriter Gil Pender (Owen Wilson) loves visiting Paris, his dream city, while his fiancée Inez (Rachel McAdams) is counting the days until they can return home to Hollywood. And running into Inez’s insufferable friend Paul (Michael Sheen) while touring doesn’t make things any better for Gil. That is until one night, while wandering off after a dinner party, Gil winds up in a 1920s car that takes him to a surreal costume party with guests who look just like Cole Porter, F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway—only to discover they really are those famous personas. And

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from then on, Gil is determined to get some feedback on his own writing from Hemingway (Corey Stoll), Fitzgerald (Tom Hiddleston) and a charming ‘20s flapper named Adriana (Marion Cotillard). Allen’s latest feature is both an ode to nostalgia as well as wake-up call to those who dwell in the past. Already a sentimentalist, Allen returns from a bit a of a dry spell the last few years with this delightful fantasy piece. He channels his earlier fantasy films such as The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) and Everyone Says I Love You (1996). Wilson does a fine job of playing the Woody lead here, and McAdams, Cotillard and Léa Seydoux are memorable as his lady companions. Sheen, Stoll, Hiddleston, Adrien Brody and Kathy Bates are entertaining in their supporting roles and cameos. With summer break practically here, Midnight in Paris is sure to be one of the most enjoyable comedies to begin the season. SC Megan Bianco is a senior at Cal State Northridge majoring in Screenwriting and Film Criticism. A 20-year resident of San Clemente, Bianco is also a graduate of the California Conservatory of the Arts and JSerra Catholic High School.

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wednesday

Summer Beer Tasting Series 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Bryan Molar of Wine Warehouse. Plus there will be a raffle. Tasting fee is $15 for seven beers with meats and treats from The Meat House. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

Hart & Soul 7 p.m.-10 p.m. American songbook music from the ’30s and ’40s at Adele’s. 2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente, 949.481.1222, www.adelesatthesanclementeinn.com. 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. Vine Wine Tasting & Food Pairing 7 p.m.–8 p.m. Educational wine tasting at Vine featuring four wines paired with food; $40 per person. 211 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.9376, www.vinesanclemente.com. Missy Andersen 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. San Juan Summer Nites Concert Series 6 p.m.-8 p.m. San Juan Summer Nites Series kicks off at Historic Town Center Park with a free community concert featuring “Steely Jam,” an expo, food, drinks and much more. 31852 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.5911, www.sanjuancapistrano.org. Comedy Night 9:30 p.m. Get some laughs at Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com. *For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.sanclementetimes.com. Have an event? Send your listing to events@sanclementetimes.com www.sanclementetimes.com

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

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On Life and Love After 50: By Tom Blake

Mid-life Couples need Financial Plan Before Cohabitating M iddle-aged couples should have a financial plan before moving in together. Savannah and Bill—not their real names—did not have a plan and it has resulted in relationship unrest. Savannah said, “I (55) met a great guy (64) online 11 months ago. We are engaged. We’ve kicked around a November wedding date (each has been married twice). We met in June and I moved into his house in December.” They did not have a financial agreement, although they talked about setting up a joint account, but she said there isn’t enough left in her paycheck to contribute to it. Bill gave her a credit card to pay for household expenses. Savannah said, “He makes at least twice as much as I do and I have some residual debt from a second marriage, and I support my mid-20s daughter. “He generally pays for things when we go out and will not allow me to pay though I often offer. He also pays the household expenses. I pay for all my own expenses. I have very little left over at the end of the month—I was unemployed a bit last year and am also paying back money he lent me.” Savannah said she and Bill recently came back from a four-day trip where he spent “a great deal of money on wine purchases and other things.” She feels he resents having spent so much and has had a sudden change of heart. He no longer wants to marry in November; he is concerned about

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the relationship finances. Savannah said, “I was pretty surprised. He wants me to cut off my kids and reduce my debt before he will commit to getting married. I see his point, and he says he loves me and wants to marry me eventually, but it’s giving me a bit of pause as to his true feelings.” She is nervous and doesn’t like the On Life and Love After 50 feeling. By Tom Blake When I asked her for more details, she said, “It’s complicated now; it didn’t seem so before. He expressed disappointment that I had not repaid any of my debt and had not given him money towards our joint expenses. I have never felt financially mature or responsible. I definitely spend too much on shopping and eating out. I have stopped that completely since he and I spoke.” I asked Savannah about supporting her daughter. She said, “My daughter is working, but only brings home $800 per week. She is spoiled and enabled, and I think it’s bugging him. I spoke to her today about needing to start paying her own way even if that means a change in lifestyle.” She said Bill has been engaged a few times and added “…the ring is beautiful and rescued from a past engagement of his.”

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I’m not surprised there is trouble in this relationship. Bill has had a change of heart, but it likely wasn’t sudden. He’s been evaluating the relationship since she moved in. That he makes double what she makes isn’t important; her financial baggage is what has him back-peddling. I don’t care how much money a man or a woman has or earns. When he or she keeps paying for a partner, resentment often builds within the giver. Bill is wise for wanting Savannah to get her finances in order before he commits to marriage. But he may not be Mr. Perfect either. Since he’s been engaged “a few times,” one wonders how often that engagement ring has been recycled. He probably feels that indirectly he is supporting Savannah’s mid-20s daughter. If the daughter is bringing home $800 a week, she is likely earning $50,000 a year or more. The poor baby can’t live on that? If Savannah wants to hold on to this guy, she has to stop spoiling and enabling her daughter. Bill may also feel that Savannah’s finances could deteriorate even further, and he doesn’t want to be the bank. This relationship is on shaky stilts. A financial understanding beforehand could have prevented the unrest. SC To comment: Tompblake@gmail.com. For dating information: www.FindingLoveAfter50.com

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Student Group ‘Leads by Example’ to Help Peers San Clemente High School Cool to Be Kind Club named Ambassador of Peace By Cory Saul San Clemente Times

he San Clemente High School student who died tragically and violently is helping to leave a legacy of peace. Created in the wake of Daniel Mendez’s death, the high school’s Cool To Be Kind Club was one of eight individuals or groups honored Friday at the 15th annual Ambassador of Peace Awards given by the Violence Prevention Coalition of Orange County. “As long as there is breath in our lungs and love in our hearts, his legacy lives on in each and every one of us, ” said Mendez’s best friend Brenden Kim who accepted the award with fellow club member and friend Lizzie Heinze. The prevention coalition, founded in 1996, is comprised of community organizations, businesses and individuals committed to promoting violence prevention with a public health approach. The coalition honors Ambassadors of Peace who go above and beyond the role of preventing violence in Orange County. Nominees were reviewed and selected by the coalition executive board. Other honorees included Bill Beacham, who helped start the Drug Abuse Resistance Education or DARE program, and the Men’s Task Force, a group that spreads awareness of domestic

From left: Jan Sener, Emily Trotter, Lizzie Heinze, Brenden Kim, Katie Mann. Second row from left: Reilly Gorman, Nima Shull, Charlie Satossky, Mitch Anderson. Back row: San Clemente High Principal George Duarte and Jacob Schultz. Photo by Cory Saul

abuse. C2BK was nominated by Jan Sener, a coalition executive board member and retired director of crime prevention in San Clemente for the Orange County Sheriff’s Department. She presented the award saying, of the club members, “They are our faith for the future, and they lead by example.”

The club was started in 2009 in honor of Daniel Mendez, a then San Clemente High School sophomore who committed suicide. The incident is believed to be sparked by bullying. Mendez’s close friends and classmates responded by creating a club in which students could talk freely about being bullied, receive counseling and eat lunch in a safe place and be heard. Katie Mann, the club’s adult adviser, said the Ambassador of Peace Award is a testament to the students’ dedication and perseverance to their cause. “They really feel like they are being honored on behalf of Daniel,” she said. Most of the students in C2BK knew Mendez personally. “This club has helped people in the community, but it has also provided a place for Daniel’s friends to heal together,” said Mann. C2BK brought Blue Ribbon Week to San Clemente High in 2010, and again earlier this year when it became a community-wide event stretching into the city itself. San Clemente High junior Charlie Satossky will be president of C2BK next year. “I feel like what we’ve done so far is a good start, and we can look forward to building more awareness next year,” he said. SC

Artist’s Work on Display at John Wayne Airport San Clemente Photographer shares with travelers his images of ocean, flora and trains By Pantea Ommi Mohajer San Clemente Times

etting through airport security can be a nervewracking experience. Taking off of shoes, emptying out of pockets and waiting. John Wayne Airport’s Community Focus Space Program, however, provides passengers with a little something to keep them occupied and relaxed during the wait. Designed to showcase artists from across Orange County, the program will feature the works of San Clemente-based photographer Frank Ritenour. The display was unveiled May 26 and will be running through July 18. Ritenour, a Pennsylvania native, who has called San Clemente his home since 1968, loves the calming elements of art. “Newport Lido Medical Center purchased a few of my pieces to display in their waiting room,” he explains. “The idea was to use the soothing images to help calm patients.” At John Wayne Airport’s Thomas F. Riley Terminal, Ritenour’s display has a similar effect on passengers weighed down with luggage and flight times. Even the most frantic flyers, trying to maneuver around the security ropes, pause to look at Ritenour’s images of oceans, flowers and the San Clemente train station. “Art really does have an affect on people. I’m happy to see my work slow them down, give them a moment to enjoy the beauty all around,” says Ritenour. The beauty of Southern California, which he captures with a combination of passion and delicacy, is what drew Ritenour to San Clemente. “I was on my way to Vietnam in February of 1967, and we stopped here on the way. One look at the palm trees and the sun and I told myself ‘I’m coming back here.’ Fourteen months later, when I got back, my wife and I did just that.” Ritenour’s wife, Marlene, is also an artist. Having both been trained in photography and painting, together they

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Frank and Marlene Ritenour in front of the display at the upper level of John Wayne Airport. Courtesy photo

run Ritenours Photography as well as the Photographic Art Club. “I call what I do photographic art, because the art scales from photography to painting by merging the technology that’s available today. The focus is on producing photography with a painterly perspective,” explains Ritenour. With a background in software and hardware design, Ritenour has an appreciation for the digital world, and what happens to art once it enters it. “I’d been waiting for this merge to come for years. It’s exciting to see how the two worlds, art and technology, feed each other, help each other grow. Once you get through the technicality of it, you can focus on the art.” Ritenour and his wife both submitted their works for Page 21

the airport showcase. Marlene is still waiting to hear back. In 2008 San Clemente surf artist Drew Brophy’s works on beaches and surf culture were also featured at the airport gallery. “The idea is based on community focus, providing an opportunity for local Orange County artists to be seen by their community,” says Jenny Wedge, the airports’ public relations manager. “Every couple of years we assemble a team of five arts commissioners, who with the help of a curator, put together a plan for the display.” Proud to have been chosen for the summer display, Ritenour “can’t imagine a better time of year to be picked. All those summer travelers, it really is an honor.” He also has a deep appreciation for the artistry of the city he now calls home. “Many photographer’s travel the world to find beautiful scenes to photograph. Here in Southern California we are lucky to have so much beauty all around.” Ritenour not only considers himself lucky to call Southern California his home, he also feels lucky to call himself a photographer. “Photographers are so lucky. Our eyes are like radars, always on the look out for a beautiful image to capture,” he said. For Ritenour, the beauty is all around, just waiting to be immortalized. “That’s the kind of stuff I teach in class, for people to start appreciating the world around them, and see the art that’s already there, right before their very eyes. All they have to do is take a moment to see it.” Passengers flying out of Orange County’s John Wayne Airport can see the world through Ritenour’s lens until July 18, at the security checkpoint of Riley Terminal, as well as on both sides of the baggage claim area. For more information on Frank Ritenour and his work, visit www.RitenoursPhotgraphy.com. For details on the airport display go to www.ocair.com/Terminal/ArtExhibits.aspx. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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City Summer Camps, TBA June, 10 7:30 a.m.

Royals vs. Angels Angel Stadium June 10, 7:05 p.m.

The City of San Clemente is currently taking registration for a range of summer camps to keep you active for the months ahead.

The Royals are in town for the first of a threegame series with the Halos before the Angels hit the road for nine games. Info: www.

Info: www.san-clemente.org

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SOCCER

Toronto FC vs. LA Galaxy, Home Depot Center June 11, 7:30 p.m. Canada’s Toronto FC goes south of the border and preps for an epic battle on the pitch against the LA Galaxy. Info: www.lagalaxy.com

Off To The Races South County Gravity Racing mountain bike team hits the ground pedaling By Christina Scannapiego San Clemente Times

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Kick your work week off with a trip up I-5 and cheer on the boys in blue as they host Cincinnati for three games. Info: www.losangeles.dodgers. com

COED SOFTBALL

Adult Softball Leagues, Richard T. Steed Memorial Sports Park June 14, 6 p.m. Men’s and coed teams compete within their respective divisions for the top spot until August every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in town. Info: www.san-clemente.org

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ind a steep decline and you’ll find a slew of adrenalin junkies eager to ride down it at frightening speeds. Downhill mountain bike racers are just that type of breed. Flying at a maximum of 30 mph—on bikes that can weigh a little more than 40 pounds—through dust, dirt and mud, clad in motocross armor, jumping over rocks, decelerating just as quickly as they’ve accelerated to veer around ditches and boulders, they can take detrimental spills that match the height of the rush. Some fatalities have even prompted local ski resorts to put limits on the types of bikes (downhill bikes, namely) that are allowed on the mountain in the off-season. But local riders won’t be hindered, and they’ll take any venue they can get. So downhill racing is making a comeback. The newly formed South County Gravity Racing team, born out of the San Clemente hills, stands testament to the sport’s popularity gain. Led by Walt Malzahn, now SCGR’s team director, the group of six make due with what national races and close-by regional races—like the series at Southridge, Fontana, one of the only resources for Orange County mountain bike racers with that competitive bug—they can find. Southridge hosts a handful of events for local riders, including a few dangerous, night races and provides shuttle services for the races partway up the course (they push their heavy bikes the rest of the way). At the family friendly site, the SCGR lot is just one of the many set up under their own tent, members either congratulating each other at the bottom or cheering each other on from the sidelines of the rocky course. Malzahn initially met the guys who comprise his group—Adam Digby of San Juan Capistrano, Jeff Benitez of Aliso Viejo, Brian White of San Clemente, Ryan Paquette of San Clemente and Stan Guerrero of San Diego—biking the hills behind Camino de los Mares. Their talent and commitment initially compelled him to join forces. “Walt was watching us one day and ended up asking us if we wanted to ride together,” says Paquette, who’s just finished up his junior year at San Clemente High. He’s been recreationally mountain biking since he was a kid and racing since the age of 13. It didn’t take the crew long to become tight and, of course, they all had one major mountain biking interest

BASEBALL

Reds vs. Dodgers, Dodger Stadium June 13, 7:10 p.m.

Spectators watch Adam Digby race downhill. Courtesy photo

in common: Racing. For the most part, the SCGR team stuck to the Southridge series at first, building on their experience and impressive finishes. Malzahn watched each individual’s progression build. “Ryan [Paquette] is one of our most accomplished riders,” he noted. “Balance is the key, and this is what makes Ryan such a fantastic racer,” Malzahn raved. White began competing just before his freshman year at JSerra High, convinced by some friends to give it a shot. He placed fourth in his first race in the beginner class “and I was hooked,” he said. Now finishing up his senior year, he’s just placed first in Expert Men’s (19-26) at the most recent California Gold State Championship series race at Southridge in Fontana. All five SCGR team members come with a similar story—each began the sport for fun and has now become addicted to the thrill of winning. For Benitez, whose dad first introduced him to BMX, his love of motocross became too expensive and mountain bike racing fulfilled that rush. Digby, a freshman at Saddleback College, has just completed his first year riding pro and has maintained a consistency to his finishes. “Adam has the skill to podium in every race,” says Malzahn. “But in the pro ranks the smallest mistake can put a racer seconds behind. He’s gaining experience that will hopefully pay off next season when the other team members join him in pro.” Malzahn, an accomplished mountain biker in his own Page 22

right, knows his crew has the capabilities to move beyond the desert-hot, dusty course at Fontana. The tight-knit group maintains a healthy sense of competition amongst each other, explained Malzahn. “So much so that they could elevate each other to a one-two-three finish in any race next year.” Naturally, that kind of motivation drives the group’s desire to travel to higher profiled races at coveted venues. Every course is different, from the difficult, volcanic, loose soil of Mammoth to the sticky, moist, desirable dirt in Tahoe—short courses, longer courses—and then there are the Rockies, the East Coast, South Africa…the list goes on. Coupled with the raw talent Malzahn was witnessing and a “feeling of frustration based on local bike shops giving us a lot of lip service to start a local downhill team,” his efforts in the SCGR team are meant to get them there, financially and success-wise. Malzahn took a shotgun approach to some sponsor resources after the group had officially assembled and their matching uniforms were ordered. “I just jumped in, picked up the phone and reached out to our sports’ biggest manufacturers,” he said. Now, the team has six official product sponsors and, according to Malzahn, that backing will hopefully grow into travel and paid sponsorships. After all, the ability to prove themselves hasn’t exactly been a long shot for this group of athletes. “I felt that they deserved a better degree of exposure so that they’d be noticed by the factory teams and have a chance to be picked up by one of the manufacturers,” Malzahn said. Stan Guerrero, the sole San Diego rider of the South Orange County group, was drawn them for their drive. “They seemed like they had a goal, a vision, to help riders out and grow us into bigger and better things,” said Guerrero, who has been on the National team twice, in ’93 and ’94, and is looking to move on to success on the global level and, eventually, World Champ status. And until then, each team member’s path remains a work in progress. “I’ll continue doing this all my life. I’ll be jumping up to pro next year, and I want to see where it takes me,” said White. Paquette agreed. “I want to have fun and progress,” he said of his plan to travel more and train hard in the offseason. He, too, will aim to eventually qualify into higher, international events. “That’s what I’m going to work for.” And until then, the group has a secure place under Malzahn’s wing on the SCGR team, racing and practicing to make perfect. In addition to all the other perks, Paquette may have pinned down one of the most important: “We’re also about coming together, traveling and having a good weekend with good friends.” SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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Craig Workinger CPA’s Inc 949.218.3224 The Cellar 949.492.3663 629 Camino de Los Mares #307 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

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

CHIROPRACTORS 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

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COMPUTER REPAIR & SERVICES

Massage Therapy

Timothy C. Metcalf, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC Body Therapy/Healing 949.683.2033 www.wfadvisors.com/tim.metcalf 949.862.1250 San Clemente, www.cfrpassion.com C’Siren Day Spa 949.498.7700 FLOORING 312 Avenida De La Estrella Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 MATTRESSES 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G -105, South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com 109 Calle de los Molinos, FURNITURE www.southcoastfurniture.com South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 MOLD REMOVAL 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com Jarvis Restoration -24/7 949.362.5388 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com

GRAPHIC DESIGN

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

HAIR SALONS

Kreative Hair Design 949.498.6245 San Clemente Computer & Network Services San Clemente Art Association 949.492.7175 daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 173 Avenida Serra 100 N. Calle Seville, www.scartgallery.com Sano Computers 949.492.2179 Heating www.sanocomputers.com Attorneys All Season Air 949.579.0741 allseasonair@gmail.com, www.allseasonair.net CONCRETE The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 Oasis Heating & Air 949.420.1321 949.361.9656 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com Costa Verde Landscape 31648 Rancho Viejo Rd. Ste. A, www.oasisair.com License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) Auto Wrecking www.costaverdelandscaping.com Home Décor San Clemente Auto Wrecking & Repair Shop 1520 Avenida de la Estrella, Ste. B, 949.492.6121 www.sanclementeautowrecking.com

CONTRACTORS - GENERAL

Dentists

SC Rider Supply 949.388.0521 520 S. El Camino Real, www.scridersupply.com

MUSIC LESSONS Danman’s Music School 949.242.4431 www.danmans.com Leslie Lowe - Guitar, Bass & Drums 949.292.5019 leslielowe82@gmail.com Janet Poth - Violin & Viola 949.922.6388 413 Calle Pueblo, janpoth@aol.com

OFFICE FURNITURE

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

B Construction 949.481.8444 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.bconstruction.net The Cooper Company General Contractor BABY & CHILDREN’S GEAR License #B 638754, 949.361.2538 HOME IMPROVEMENT www.biffcooperconstruction.com OC Tykes 949.429.1714 Custom Carpentry, Concrete Framing & Finish Dunham Construction, Inc. 949.492.7100 Ike Soffes 201 N. El Camino Real, www.octykes.com 949.363.3087 License #450880, www.dunhamconstruction.net Bankruptcy Attorneys HOME LOANS Hutton Construction 949.492.2808 www.brucehuttonconstruction.com Coldwell Banker Home Loans - 949.307.7982 The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 nmls#261832. Tom Fashing, Mortgage Advisor, 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com COSMETICS tom.fashing@mortgagefamily.com AVON 949.370.0433 Beauty Supply Annie Kyle, www.youravon.com/anniekyle HOUSE SITTING Del Mar Beauty Supply 949.492.8180 Mary Kay Cosmetics 949.248.2868 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste D, Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 www.marykay.com/madams2 www.delmarbeauty.com San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net

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MOTORCYLE PARTS & SERVICE

INTERIOR DECORATING & REDESIGN

Optometry

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

PAINTING KC Painting & Decorating

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

Eric Johnson, D.D.S. 949.493.9311 San Clemente Window Fashions 949.498.9515 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 209, The Home & Garden Stylist/ 949.218.8022 PEST CONTROL www.sc-wf.com www.drericjohnson.com Vignettes of Refinement Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 Ronald Trosper, DDS 949.492.7140 San Clemente, www.vignettesofrefinement.com 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com BOOKS 145 Ave Del Mar, www.downtownsanclemente.com Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 INTERIOR DESIGN Village Book Exchange 949.492.1114 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, DRYWALL/DRYWALL REPAIR 99 Avenida Serra Norma Mardian Interior Design 949.492.6271 www.freetermitereports.com Call Jeff 949.683.4972 www.nminteriordesign.com BUSINESS COMPUTER SERVICE, johnson4sc@cox.net Pet Grooming

REPAIR

OC - IT 949.488.0029 970 Calle Negocio, www.oc-it.com

CARPET

ELECTRICAL Arcadia Electric 949.361.1045 www.arcadiaelectric.com Gallagher Electric 949.412.6602 P.O. Box 986, www.gallagher-electric.com

Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G-105, Entertainment www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com DJ Services Shaw’s Carpets 949.492.8070 KilltheTreble@yahoo.com 135 Avenida Victoria

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

Catering Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 111 Avenida Del Mar, #B, www.carbonara.com

JewelerS VIP Pet Spa 949.492.7473 Paradise Jewelers 949.361.4367 810 S. El Camino Real, www.vippetspa.com 808 N. El Camino Real, www.paradisejewelers.com Pet SITTING LANDSCAPE & DESIGN

Costa Verde Landscape 949.361.9656 License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) 949.874.2540 www.costaverdelandscaping.com Greenscapes Landscape & Design 949.366.6564 Estate Planning, Probate, Trust 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.greenscapesoc.com Living Gardens Landscape Design 949.218.7459 Lange & Minnott 949.492.3459 www.livinggardenslandscapedesign.com 1401 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 109

EXTERMINATING Environment 1st Exterminating, Inc. 949.218.1111 2340 S. El Camino Real, #13, www.freetermitereports.com

Landscape Lighting

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

Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net PAWS-itively Pet Care 949.683.2033 San Clemente

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

PHARMACIES 949.361.9656 Sea View Pharmacy 949.496.0123 665 Camino De Los Mares #101, www.seaviewpharmacy.com

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

Yorba Linda Tile & Marble, Inc. 949.276.5752 www.yorbalindatilemarble.com 714.757.3490

PHOTOGRAPHY Memories Of Me Photos wwwmemoriesofmephotos.com

TILE & STONE INSTALLATION/ RESTORATION

TUTORING 949.361.0680

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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

POOL/SPA SERVICE & REPAIR Radiant Pool & Spa Service 949.290.5616 www.radiantpoolservice.com SC Pool Techs 949.235.1261 www.fixmypoolnow.com

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

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Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com

Restaurants Café Calypso 949.366.9386 114 Avenida Del Mar #4 Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 111 Avenida Del Mar, #B, www.carbonara.com The Cellar 949.492.3663 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

ROOFING CONTRACTORS Jim Thomas Roofing 162 Calle de Industrias

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.casaverderenovation.com

949.498.6204

SALONS Salon Bamboo 949.361.3348 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. A, www.salonbamboo.com Salon Bleu 949.366.2060 207 S. El Camino Real, www.scsalonbleu.com Sanctuary Salon & Spa 949.429.5802 1041 Avenida Pico, Ste. B, www.sanctuarytalega.com

Printing OC 949.388.4888 SCREENS 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com Sure-Fit Screens www.surefitscreens.com Psychologists Manny Tau, Psy.D., PSY14892 800.865.0367 300 S. El Camino Real, Ste. 218, www.drtau.com

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SECONDHAND THRIFT SHOP

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

SKINCARE A Beautiful You Skin Care 949.370.1852 1502 N. El Camino Real, www.abeautifulyouoc.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

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

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

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

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

949.361.9656

WEBSITE DESIGN San Clemente Website Design 949.246.8345 www.sanclementewebsitedesign.com

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

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

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

SPORTS & OUTDOORS

Triton Report By David Zimmerle

BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD • San Clemente High School high jumper Oscar Munson advanced all the way to the CIF State Tournament at Veterans Stadium at Buchanan High School in Clovis on June 3-4, but did not make it out of the State Prelims en route to the State Meet Finals last Saturday. Nonetheless, it was a great season for the standout especially after finishing in third place clearing

a mark of 6-7 in the event during the CIF-SS Masters Meet on May 27. Next 7 days: N/A

SEVERAL LADY TRITONS MOVE ON TO COMPETE IN THE COLLEGIATE RANKS • Though the girls track team had its championship run cut short last month, several of its athletes are still moving on to compete in their respective events starting this fall. In the last few months, those girls who decided to sign with their chosen school include Katy Smith (Cal State East Bay), Catrina McAlister (University of Colorado, Boulder), Ali Palmer (University of California, Santa Barbara), Kaitlyn Harrison (San Diego State University) and Tatum Ohana (Southern Oregon University).

(From left) San Clemente High School track athletes Katy Smith, Catrina McAlister, Ali Palmer, Kaitlyn Harrison and Tatum Ohana will all be moving on to compete in their respective NCAA track and ﬁeld events starting this fall. Courtesy photo

SCOREBOARD SOFTBALL also getting solid stops at the plate from Melody Forstie who caught every inning of every game. Garrett was named tournament MVP for the SC Swat. All three teams now move onto more tournament play in Carlsbad Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 10 to 12.

SOCCER

SOFTBALL TEAMS ROLL TO VICTORY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND San Clemente Girls Softball hosted its annual Memorial Weekend All-Star tournament over Memorial Day weekend at Steed Park. The tournament included 37 teams from 10 cities located throughout Southern California. Several of the local San Clemente teams completely dominated the tournament as the 8U, 10U and 12U teams combined to Clockwise from top left: The San Clemente Swat go 15-0 for the tournament, while finishing 12U girls softball team; The San Clemente 10U All Star team; The San Clemente 8U All Star team. up play as champions in their respective divisions. In the 8U division, the San Clemente Lunachics All Stars beat Jurupa 2-1 in the championship game to win the tournament. The Lunachics went 5-0 in the tournament outscoring their opponents 30-8. Elizabeth Jelowdar was named the MVP of the final game by the Jurupa coaches for her many defensive plays at second base to help hold Jurupa to only one run. In the 10U division, the S.C. Splash All Stars rolled through the Memorial Day tournament with a 5-0 record and outscored their opponents 49-7, including an 11-0 victory in the championship game against Jurupa. Grace Krantz was outstanding on the mound and went on to be named tournament MVP in the 10U division. And in the 12U division, the San Clemente Swat 12 All-Star team finished out the softball tournament with huge wins as well. The girls went a perfect 5-0 throughout tournament play, outscoring their opponents 47-9 while posting three shutouts and racking up a 9-0 win against UC Del Sol in the championship game. The team was led by outstanding pitching from Sierra Garrett and Olivia Bradish, while

San Clemente Times June 9–15, 2011

SC UNITED SEEKING TO FILL ROSTERS FOR UPCOMING SEASON San Clemente United is currently looking for girls ages 6 to 8 and boys ages 8 to10 to form the soccer club’s new academy teams this month for the 2011-2012 season. All training takes place within San Clemente at Tierra Grande. For more information, contact Chris Murray at 949.547.0439 or Neil Hopkins, director of the boys program, at 949.331.8164. You can also email scunited@live.com or visit www.scunited.org for more details.

BEACH VOLLEYBALL FARNSWORTH, RAMSEY WIN ON THE SAND IN LONG BEACH TOURNAMENT Beach volleyball players Hanna Farnsworth, 10, and Marisa Ramsey, 12, partnered up May 29 and participated in the CBVA 12 & under Long Beach Volleyball Tournament hosted by Beach Volleyball camps. After more than five hours of play in windy conditions, the girls went undefeated with 7-0 record to take home first place in the tournament in their age Hanna Farnsworth, tournament director division. Sinjin Smith and Marisa Ramsey at the What made this tournament extra special for the Long Beach Volleyball Tournament. duo was the opportunity to meet tournament direcCourtesy photo tor, and former king of the beach, Sinjin Smith, who personally presented the girls with their winnings. Farnsworth and Ramsey’s season record to date is 30-3 over the last five tournaments they have played in so far. Their goal is to earn a spot at the California Cup Youth Championship in September.

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Grom of the WEEK Ian Crane Age: 17, Halstrom High School San Clemente surfer Ian Crane has resolved to make a big push for points in this year’s ASP Star series. As a top young surfer, Ian is at an interesting time of life—not quite a grom, not quite an adult—where participation in amateur series such as Surfing America Prime and Volcom Qualifying Series can be just as important to a budding career as pro junior and pro events. And, making it through high school also remains a priority. One would think that would be too much to juggle, but Ian is taking it all in stride and doing well on all fronts. With one more year of school to go, he is not only jetting around the world for pro contests, he must also remain focused on Photo by Jack English/surfimages.com both training and education. His hard work and dedication has been paying dividends lately as evidenced by his big win at the VQS juniors division in Newport last month where his victory earned him a $7,000 pay day. No sooner had that excitement settled than he was off once again, en route to Mazatlan to surf in the ASP 4-Star Quiksilver Clasico where he made a very respectable showing advancing into the round of 32. Up next for Ian: Surfing America USA Championships, June 18-25 in Huntington Beach and Lower Trestles and then he departs on July 4 for the 4-Star Copa Quiksilver El Salvador. —Andrea Swayne

Passing Judgment

Shaun Tomson Signing Book at Hobie on Father’s Day

Surfing America Launches ISA Judging Course

By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

n a sport like surfing, where judging is subjective, scoring and performance criteria are often a mystery to competitors and their families, but it absolutely can not be a mystery to the officials judging the surfers’ rides. For these reasons, Surfing America, the National Governing Body for surfing in the US, will hold its first International Surfing Association (ISA) Judging and Officiating course June 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Irons In The Fire, 150 East Avenida Magdalena at the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course. The program is open to anyone—surfers, parents, coaches, judges and officials—interested in learning about how surfing is judged as well as those who would like to earn ISA certification as a professional judge. “Developing a judging education program like this is extremely important to the future of our sport,” said Surfing America Judging Director Erik Krammer who will be the course presenter. “And the fact that this same program is being offered globally will help to ensure consistency all around the world.” Judges who complete the course will be

BOARD SHORTS Heartbreaker in Peru for USA Team The PacSun USA Surf Team returned home from the 2011 Quiksilver ISA World Junior Surfing Championships in Peru, May 21 to 29 with no medals and an overall fifth-place finish in the contest. But the disappointing finish was not without lack of great surfing by every member of the team. The entire contest was documented in a series of eight video episodes that can be viewed on www.surfingamerica.org. Log on to see action packed footage including many high-scoring heats by local team members Luke Davis (Capo Beach) and Kulia San Clemente Times June 9–15, 2011

Surfing America Prime judges score surfers’ rides from atop the contest scaffolding. Photo by Jack McDaniel/Surfing America

registered on the ISA International Judge’s Register for one year and receive an official ISA judges’ ID card. “We plan to get all member organizations actively involved as well—ensuring the competitive pathway is uncluttered as it can possibly be with regard to consistency and understanding about judging and contest results,” said Surfing America Executive Director Mike Gerard. But this type of education is also a

Doherty (San Clemente). For Davis, the finals were well within reach as he made it through to the last day of competition only to have his hopes dashed in the repercharge. The team agrees that although this year’s comp was frustrating, those that are eligible to compete next year will chalk it up to a learning experience and put everything they have into coming back stronger in 2012. “We really need to focus on our competition skills—get a better act in that area,” said Head Coach Ian Cairns as he summed up Episode 8: The Final Day. “And with our surfing talent, we’ll have success in the future.”

valuable tool for athletes, coaches and parents. The cost is $100 and includes lunch, a course manual, interactive DVD, International Level 1 Certification, international and national registration and access to the International Judges Exchange Program. Registration is available online only at http://surfingamerica.ticketsocket.com/. For more information, email Krammer at erikkrammer@surfingamerica.org. SC

UPCOMING EVENTS June 11: DLSA Back to the ’60s Contest, Dana Point, Doheny State Beach June 16-18: NSSA National Interscholastic College, High School and Middle School Championships, Dana Point, Salt Creek June 18-19: Surfing America USA Championships, Huntington Beach, Pier June 25: DLSA Menehune Surf Championships, Dana Point, Doheny State Beach June 21-25: Surfing America USA Championships, San Onofre State Beach, Lower Trestles June 25-July 3: Billabong ISA World Surfing Games, Panama, Play Venao June 26-July 3: NSSA National Open, Explorer and Airshow Championships, Huntington Beach, Pier

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ust in time for Father’s Day, surfing legend Shaun Tomson will be at the Hobie Dana Point store, 34174 Pacific Coast Highway, on June 15 beginning at 7 p.m. for a slide-show presentation, Q&A and signing of his book, Surfer’s Code: 12 Simple Lessons for Riding Through Life. Surfer’s Code tells a story of terrible loss and miraculous rebirth and reveals that “lessons of a life spent surfing are the lessons of surfing through life where every moment holds the possibility of failure and tragedy, every moment the promise of success and happiness.” The event is free and Simple Shoes will be sponsoring giveaways. SC

Surf ForecasT Water temp: 56-59˚F Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: 8-12’ Poor-Fair; Catalina: 10-14’ Poor-Fair Remarks: A decent mix of holding Southwest groundswell and minimal Northwest windswell prevails on Thursday. Surge is light and visibility is generally pretty low, making for poor-fair diving conditions overall. Short range: Size is in the 3-5’(waist-head high) zone on Thursday as Southwest swell holds steady and minimal Northwest windswell mixes in. For Friday 3-4’+(waist-shoulder high) surf is the norm as Southwest swell slowly eases and trace Northwest swell mixes in. Conditions look favorable for the mornings with light to light/variable winds. Long range: Fun surf prevails over the weekend as Southwest swell slowly fades and small Northwest windswell mixes in. Better exposed breaks are good for 3-4’(waist-chest high) surf through the weekend, with light morning winds offering favorable conditions. Stay tuned to Surfline.com for updates.