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Tapping the Pacific Decision nears on whether to proceed with South County desalination plant SPECIAL SECTION

A coalition of five South Orange County cities and water agencies has been working for more than six years to learn if ocean water can be converted into drinking water. iStock photo

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PacSun USA Surf Team Heads to Panama for World Championships

Concordia Elementary Students Raise Funds to Attend Destination ImagiNation Finals in Tennessee

Nation’s Top Nuclear Chief Pledges Safety First at SONGS

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO JSerra Catholic High School administrators “acted in an appropriate and prompt manner” in its handling of former faculty member Ricardo Aldana who was arrested December 15 on seven counts of lewd acts with a minor and later fired. In an April 4 letter, school Chairman Timothy R. Busch said he was pleased with the external committee’s findings. The letter said JSerra conducted an appropriate background check on Aldana. The committee also looked into whether school officials should have reported Aldana earlier. “The committee found the administration did not have reason to suspect there had been child abuse as statutorily defined; therefore, the school had no duty to report this matter to Child Protection Services,” the letter says. JSerra also plans to heed the committee’s advice to work more closely with the Diocese of Orange.

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Jeffrey Schwartz, the attorney who represents closed medical marijuana dispensary Beach Cities Collective and Malinda Traudt who sued the city alleging the closing of the shop violated her constitutional rights to medication, on April 3 filed his own lawsuit against the city. Schwartz, who remains a member of the Beach Cities Collective, will represent himself in the case seeking to reverse the city’s ban on dispensaries and obtain a court decision on whether such bans are constitutional. His suit also attempts to obtain a declaration that physician-recommended medical marijuana is a form of health care protected by the California Health Care Decisions Law. In his complaint, Schwartz alleges that “his fundamental rights to autonomy, privacy and to control the course of his medical treatment, in concert with his physician” includes the use of medical marijuana.

SAN CLEMENTE’S TOP 5 HOTTEST TOPICS

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... SONGS?

THE LATEST: The two reactors at San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station continue to sit idle for the third month and with no restart date in the offing. A visit last week by Gregory Jaczko, chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, only amplified attention of the power plant, which has come under scrutiny not only for its technical woes but its age and location along fault lines. Tubes on both of the relatively new steam generators have begun displaying premature wear, and the causes are likely different for each and not yet known, the nation’s top nuclear chief said. Until plant owner Southern California Edison can pinpoint the problems and satisfy the NRC’s concerns about safety, SONGS won’t be generating power. Jaczko said he had come to the power plant because of the seriousness taken by the NRC. “We’ll take whatever enforcement efforts necessary,” said Jaczko during a press conference in Dana Point. SCE took SONGS’ Unit 2 reactor out of service January 9 for planned upgrades and refueling. Unit 3 underwent a rapid shutdown January 31 after what has been described as a small water and radiation leak in its steam generator tubes. WHAT’S NEXT: Investigators continue to test the generators and their tubes. Eight tubes in the Unit 3 generator have been plugged after failing high-pressure tests. FIND OUT MORE: Visit www.sanclementetimes.com —Stacie N. Galang

... Green Awards?

THE LATEST: The San Clemente Watershed Task Force named Target its 2012 Blue WaSan Clemente Times April 12–18, 2012

ter Business Award Winner and 10-yearold Sam Voris its Reuse, Reduce, Recycle Award winner this week in the lead up to Earth Day. The citizens group chose the giant retailer for its green ways, which have also earned the attention of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. In December, the agency gave the San Clemente store its GreenChill Gold award, according to the Target website. Target earned the honors, in part, for its green refrigeration technology, which reduces emissions. Target’s also keeping food cold with energy efficient refrigerators and LED lighting. “I can’t even tell you how honored we are to be a part of the community and this city,” said Stephanie Speer, the store’s executive team leader of human resources. “It’s an opportunity to show what Target does for sustainability and the environment. She accepted the glass award Tuesday at the task force’s monthly meeting. WHAT’S NEXT: The task force will announce its most prestigious honor, the Stephanie Dorey Award, at the city’s Earth Day at the Pier Saturday, April 21. FIND OUT MORE: See scwatersheds.com. —SNG

... CUSD’s New Finance Director?

THE LATEST: Clark Hampton is the new Capistrano Unified School District Deputy Superintendent, Business and Support Services, taking the 191,000-a-year post after another man rejected the job. Hampton is currently the assistant superintendent, business services for the Westminster School District. Pasadena Unified’s Chief Financial Officer John Pappalardo accepted the job at $198,000, but balked when CUSD officials

then offered a reduced salary, leading Capistrano to offer the job to Hampton. CUSD has a budget of $325 million, but is facing $33 million to $50 million in cuts. WHAT’S NEXT: Hampton begins his new position on May 1. He will oversee the business, facilities, maintenance and operations, and food and nutrition services departments while serving on the Superintendent’s cabinet. FIND OUT MORE: See the contract at www.sanclementetimes.com —Jonathan Volzke

… Kick Scooters at the Skate Park?

THE LATEST: A small, but growing number of scooter riders wants access to the Ralph’s Skate Court. As it is, only skateboarders can wheel around the 14,000-square-foot bowl area, which opened in 2000 before the scooters had become popular. Scooter riders are often kicked out of the park by Orange County Sheriff’s deputies. The Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission Tuesday discussed whether to lift the ban on the kick scooters. No other local cities allow the scooters out of concern for the court surface, according to the staff report. WHAT’S NEXT: Eric Swartz said he and fellow commissioners received a handful of emails and in-person requests in support of letting the scooters in at the park. Commission members asked city staff to research the possibility of restricting scooter use to specific hours, find out if the scooters will indeed erode the concrete and understand if the city faces increased liability with more users of the skate park, Swartz said. And, if San Clemente does become the first park to let in

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scooters, will it become a bigger attraction for riders from well beyond the borders, Swartz said. “We’re trying to find maybe a happy medium,” he said. “We’re not going to make everyone happy.” FIND OUT MORE: See the staff report on the city’s website at www.san-clemente.org. —SNG

... the Redevelopment Authority?

THE LATEST: The board overseeing the obligations of the city’s Redevelopment Authority met for the first time last week. The seven-member Oversight Board elected former City Councilman Joe Anderson its chairman and city Treasurer Pall Gudgeirsson its vice chairman. The remaining members are Joseph M. Farley, Debra Fitzsimons, Candy Haggard, Denise Obrero and Holly Veale. San Clemente’s Redevelopment Authority had owned the Casa Romantica, two grassy parcels in the Pier Bowl and a lot on Avenida Serra designated for development into workforce housing. The properties were transferred to the city when Gov. Jerry Brown’s budget called for the dissolution of the RDAs. Since then, a process has been created to wind down the obligations of the authorities and a transfer of their assets. In San Clemente, $2.09 million is the amount needed to pay off authorities’ obligations from February until June. WHAT’S NEXT: The board also voted to meet the first Wednesdays of April, July, October and January at 3 p.m. in Council Chambers. FIND OUT MORE: To learn more about the Oversight Board, visit www.san-clemente. org. —SNG www.sanclementetimes.com

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NEWS BITES

Compiled by Stacie N. Galang

PROPS, RECOGNITIONS AND MORSELS OF INFO

Deadline Set for Weed Removal

Thursday, April 12 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. Overeaters Anonymous Meeting 6 p.m. Do you worry about the way you eat? Overeaters Anonymous may have the answer. 929 Calle Negocio, Suite H Front Room, San Clemente, 949.266.7175.

Friday, April 13 State of the City 11:30 a.m. Chamber and city event at the Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club. Cost $47-$57. 200 Avenida La Pata, 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com. Legal Aid By appointment at The Dorothy Visser Senior Center. 117 Avenida Victoria, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Saturday, April 14 CASA Grand Opening and Open House 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Open house celebration at the San Clemente-Dana Point Animal Shelter with activities, games, giveaways, vendors, pet adoptions and much more. 221 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente, 949.492.1617, www.san-clemente.org.

Sunday, April 15 San Clemente Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh produce, flowers and more every Sunday along Avenida Del Mar. Rain or shine.

Monday, April 16 Hospital Guild Meeting 12 p.m. Dr. Mohammed Ali who practices Family and Integrative Medicine locally will be the speaker at the meeting of the Guild of Saddleback Memorial Medical Center--San Clemente. Come early at 11:309 a.m. for lunch for $10. 654 Camino De Los Mares, 949.496.1122.

Tuesday, April 17 Molly Blooms’ Annual Golf Tournament 11 a.m. Molly Blooms hosts the tourney at San Clemente Municipal Golf Course to benefit Wounded Warriors. $80 each, includes round of golf, dinner and drink. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.218.0120. www.mollybloomspub.com.

Wednesday, April 18 Progressives of South Orange County Meeting 6 p.m. Social meeting at The Old City Plaza Café in San Clemente. RSVP to SCNJ66@yahoo.com. Business Council of San Clemente 4:30 p.m. Chamber meeting at OC Tavern. 2369 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com. San Clemente Times April 12–18, 2012

journey. For more information, contact team manager Monica Burick at burickfamily@ gmail.com.

Concordia students Mary Claire Hewitt, Payton Hagstrom, Kate McKernan, Elsa Hagstrom, Sophia Burick and Ty Connelly were invited to the Destination ImagiNation Finals in Tennessee. Courtesy photo

Concordia Students Head to Destination ImagiNation Finals u Concordia’s fourth-grade Destination

ImagiNation team, Mr. Purple Panda’s Six Pack of Pop, was invited to the Destination ImagiNation Global Finals next month in Knoxville, Tenn. They are one of only four elementary teams in California invited in their category. The Purple Pandas took second place in their challenge category at the state finals in Clovis, Calif. The team, which includes Mary Claire Hewitt, Payton Hagstrom, Kate McKernan, Elsa Hagstrom, Sophia Burick

SC Sheriff’s Blotter COMPILED BY STACIE N. GALANG All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department website. The calls represent what was told to the deputy in the field by the radio dispatcher. The true nature of an incident often differs from what is initially reported. No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided. An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site.

Tuesday, April 10 DISTURBANCE Avenida Los Flores, 500 Block (2:33 a.m.) A woman, who first called to report loud music and later to report hearing a loud crash coming from her neighbor’s apartment, called deputies later to say her neighbor was banging aggressively on her front door and she was scared. PEDESTRIAN CHECK El Camino Real, 700 Block (2:28 a.m.) A 54-year-old man was taken into custody Page 4

and Ty Connelly, has worked together since September. They wrote and performed a live movie trailer involving characters from two nations and created an original musical soundtrack to complement their trailer. This is the first Destination ImagiNation team from Concordia to be invited to the finals. The team seeks community donations to underwrite their trip. To donate, visit the Destination ImagiNation website at www. idodi.org, click “Donate” and choose an amount, and fill out the form, being sure to enter the team’s number (105-41933) in the comment box during check out. The team thanked all who can donate to support their after a pedestrian check. No additional detail about the man was available.

Monday, April 9 DISTURBANCE Calle Cuervo, 300 Block (11:41 p.m.) A group of people in the pool area was being loud. They left about five minutes before deputies arrived. DISTURBANCE – MUSIC OR PARTY Calle Grande Vista, 3100 Block (11:02 p.m.) A caller reported hearing a loud party at a neighbor’s house. DISTURBANCE Colina Rodante, 1100 Block (10:34 p.m.) About five youths had jumped the fence to a pool area. SUSPICIOUS PERSON Via Marbrisa, 0 Block (10:13 p.m.) A person wearing a black ski mask was going around the neighborhood playing ding-dong ditch. SUSPICIOUS PERSON El Camino Real, 1800 Block (9:55 p.m.) A man in his 30s, wearing a brown jacket, light brown shorts and sandals was standing outside 7-Eleven to buy him alcohol and to give him money.

u Every spring the city of San Clemente notifies the owners of undeveloped and vacant structured properties of their responsibility to remove weeds and debris. The native and naturalized landscape of San Clemente is susceptible to fire. Due to dry weather conditions, it is especially important to reduce this fire potential. Once a property has been abated to a height no higher than one inch from the ground, it should be maintained throughout the year. Properties with existing native habitat should be thinned by 50 percent, according to the Orange County Fire Authority. The city deadline for the removal of weeds and refuse is May 15. For more information, contact Stewart and Associates, the city’s contract administrator, at 949.498.9250.

Photos Still Being Accepted u The deadline to enter photos in the Spanish Village Foundation’s 4th Annual Spring Photo Festival has been extended to April 23. The entry fee is $10 per photo for up to five photos. The theme is San Clemente Dreamin’. Entry Forms are available by calling 949.322.6009, or by emailing info@ SpanishVillageFoundation.org or visiting SpanishVillageFoundation.org. The grand prize is $1,000, and the winners will be unveiled May 18.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON Corte Vizcaya, 0 Block (8:51 p.m.) A caller reported he had surveillance video of two guys trying to open the doors to his car. One of the males came and rang the caller’s doorbell and then ran off. One of the suspects had been riding a black bicycle. SUSPICIOUS PERSONS Via Tulipan/Via Pimpollo (7:59 p.m.) A caller kicked out four youth on skateboards who had been in the yard of a vacant residence. They had other friends with them in a car down the street. The caller wanted them off the street. GRAND THEFT El Camino Real, 800 Block (7:47 p.m.) A yellow BMX bike with red colored tires was stolen from outside the Rite Aid. Deputies eventually caught up with the would-be thief. WELFARE CHECK Out of area call (5:51 p.m.) A woman called from Texas to say that her friend’s husband, who suffers from depression, had threatened to shoot himself. The caller said the man had purchased a gun a few months ago. The man was transported to Mission Hospital in Laguna Beach. www.sanclementetimes.com

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THE VILLAGE VOICE: By Wayne Eggleston

Small-Town Atmosphere at Heart of Downtown Debate Workshop Needed for Locals to Voice Concerns About Downtown Projects

wo or three stories? That is the current question and debate on Avenida Del Mar and the area along El Camino Real known as the T-Zone. I have listened to this debate with interest, as for more than 30 years I managed large and small shopping centers. In my professional career, I was involved with renovations, expansions and additions to these shopping centers and have gained some insight about expansion and intensification of shopping districts. When I first moved to San Clemente in 1984, the Del Mar area was in decline without good shopping or restaurants and without a tourist trade. Over the years, it has transformed into a very vibrant shopping and restaurant district and maintained its charm, small-town atmosphere and pedestrian character. Why? Because it kept its small-town village atmosphere and added wonderful shops and restaurants that harmonized into that character. As a result, it is very popular and a source of pride to locals and tourists alike. Intensifying this area to such a degree

with three-story buildings will change the very character that has made it successful. Why? Because we do not wish to destroy the “goose that has laid the golden egg.” And what is the “golden goose?” It Wayne Eggleston is that quality which the vast majority of surveyed residents have stated: Keep the small-town character and let us not make our village into just another cookie-cutter type downtown by trying to dramatically change its character. Carmel and Carlsbad have kept their charm by keeping the height of buildings to a pedestrian and walkable level. With three stories, we have a mixed-use product. Mixed-use products are the darlings of planners and for the most part, the negative for many developers. All we have to do is look at our history with mixed-use development to see that these types of developments have not been successful or sustainable in recession times. And for developments to be truly successful,

they need to be sustainable in all types of economies — good and bad. Our smaller downtown buildings have been sustainable in this recession. Take a look at the mixed-use projects at the corner of south Ole Vista and Avenida Victoria and the one next to the Holiday Inn. They have had either major vacancies for years or a large turnover in tenants. Mixed-use projects dramatically increase land values, rents and turnover of tenants while leaving empty storefronts. This leads to a decline in a vibrant business area. Again, these projects need to be sustainable even in recessions in order to be considered for further development in San Clemente. Intensification, three stories and mixeduse need city resources and infrastructure to be successful. The Del Mar area does not have adequate sidewalks, traffic flow, parking resources or large streets to handle pedestrian and vehicle traffic. This is not an urbanized area where mixed use and three stories have proved successful. In fact, it is just the opposite. Let us not try

to remake this charming area into something that it was never designed for. It just will not work, and the result will be empty storefronts and a decline in our treasured Del Mar area. Do we wish to gamble with a dramatic change in our character? Trying to intensify the Del Mar area when we will have 650,000 square feet of Marblehead Outlets intensification is a really bad idea. Del Mar needs to be just the opposite with charm, village character, small-town atmosphere, walkable sidewalks, good parking, unique shops and restaurants. Del Mar needs to provide something that Marblehead does not provide and cannot provide: village character and small-town atmosphere combined with unique shops and good restaurants. A Vision Workshop is in order for various groups, and not another outside consultant. We are our greatest consultant resource. SC PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the San Clemente Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@ sanclementetimes.com.

Letters to the Editor SLOWING TRAFFIC A MUST MELINDA STONE, San Clemente

In response to Lisa Sherry’s letter (SC Times, March 29), condolences to your family for the loss of your dog. Traffic speeds in some residential neighborhoods are definitely a problem particularly on Camino Vera Cruz. This street has become a major highway due to continual development, starting with the completion through to Avenida Pico and Plaza Pacifica. Now that Target and the new sports complex have gone through, traffic volume and speeds are excessive for residential neighborhoods. San Clemente Times April 12–18, 2012

The worst portion is when the speed culminates on the downhill segment towards the foot of Vera Cruz by Camino de los Mares. The little trailer showing your speed has helped although it is usually positioned too far downhill to be effective. It is too late by that point. Drivers are already slowing for the traffic signal. Interestingly, the problem at the other end of Vera Cruz running downhill to Pico is non-existent due to numerous traffic signals on the downhill segment. At the request of many Forster Ranch Home Owners’ Associations neighbors, I have contacted the city numerous

times over the past several years to see if something could be done particularly at the extremely blind-curve intersection of Vera Cruz and Riachuelo. They promised to consider budgeting for a traffic-calming device that flashes the speed of approaching cars. So far nothing has happened. They told me they had no money for additions to existing neighborhoods. The money for the signals in new neighborhoods comes from fees paid by new home developers, and they generally are placed in new areas with very low traffic volume. Yet the traffic from the newcomers in the new neighborhoods dramatically impacts

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the old neighborhoods. This seems like a flawed system. What will it take? Many of us feel this dangerous area is an accident waiting to happen. I hate to consider the possibility of a tragedy being the impetus to finally address the problem. Given that the city has had knowledge of this dangerous situation for several years, would such an incident put the city at risk for a major lawsuit? Surely the cost of prevention is less than that. To submit a letter to the editor for possible inclusion in the paper, e-mail us at letters@sanclementetimes.com. San Clemente Times reserves the right to edit reader-submitted letters for length and is not responsible for the claims made or the information written by the writers. Please limit your letters to 350 words.

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GETTING OUT

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

thursday

TARYN DONATH 7:30 p.m.11 p.m. Live music at Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com.

TRIVIA NIGHT 9 p.m. Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 949.218.0120. www.mollybloomspub.com.

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SPELLING BEE 8 p.m. New musical debuts at Cabrillo Playhouse. Shows through May 6. $20-$25. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 949.492.0465, www.cabrilloplayhouse.org.

DANA POINT SYMPHONY SPECIAL CONCERT 7:30 p.m. The world premiere of “Symphonic Genesis: Celebrating the Birth of the Dana Point Symphony Orchestra” at St. Edwards Church. $8-$12. 33926 Calle La Primavera, Dana Point, 301-832-0388, www.danapointsymphony.com. THE FOUR CORNERS BAND 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Live music at Wind and Sea Restaurant. 34699 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.6500, www.windandsearestaurants.com. RUM SOAKED RAISIN 9 p.m. Live music at Goody’s Tavern. 206 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.3400, www.goodystavern.com. ALOHA FRIDAY 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Live music and more, plus dress “Island style” to happy hour all night, all at Irons in the Fire. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.3900, www.beachfire.com. OC WINE CRUISE 5:30 p.m. Dana Wharf hosts a 90-minute wine cruise with wine tastings, appetizers and more overlooking the Harbor. Cost $49. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com. DIRTY PINTS 10 p.m. Live music at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 949.218.0120. www.mollybloomspub.com. San Clemente Times April 12–18, 2012

AT THE COACH HOUSE: ALLAN HOLDSWORTH If it’s a little out of the mainstream that a world-renowned guitarist would eschew Los Angeles and New York to live in San Juan Capistrano, well, that’s just Allan Holdsworth, who has been working outside the mainstream his entire career. Holdsworth was born in Bradford, England, where his father, an accomplished amateur musician, tutored him in musical theory and jazz. He played the dance-club circuit until he was discovered in the early 1970s. As he developed, he pushed the edge on cutting-edge fusion jazz. He has designed guitars and sound equipment, and preferred to record in his independent studio. Frank Zappa once lauded him as “one of the most interesting guys on guitar on the planet.” Eddie Courtesy photo Van Halen was quoted in Guitar Player saying Holdsworth “is bad! He’s fantastic; I love him.” He uses fingerpicker chords with complex effects and volume swells to make his guitars sound a bit like a horn and saxophone. His resourcefulness isn’t limited to his music, either. A beer aficionado who called his private studio The Brewery, he invented a beer pump called “The Fizzbuster.” He’s also an avid cyclist. Allan Holdsworth plays the Coach House on Sunday, April 22 with Electric Soul Parade and Tom Griesgraber. Doors for the all-ages show open at 5 p.m., while the concert starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. See www.thecoachhouse.com. SC —Jonathan Volzke

saturday

SECOND SATURDAY ART FAIR 10 a.m.–4 p.m. The San Juan Chamber presents the monthly art event showcasing 60 artists, craftspeople and musicians along the streets of Camino Capistrano, Yorba, Verdugo and Los Rios. 949.493.4700, www.sjcartfair.org.

SHEEP SHEARING AT THE MISSION 11 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.; 2 p.m. Special event at Mission San Juan Capistrano where you can learn how to shear sheep. Free with admission, $5–$9. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com. DOHENY WOOD 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Annual Doheny Wood at Doheny State Beach where woodies will be on display in the south day-use area. 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496-6172, www.dohenystatebeach.org. GARDENFEST 8 a.m.-3 p.m. The San Clemente Garden Club hosts the annual event at the SC Community Center featuring a plant sale, garden flea market, contests, art shows, educational programs and more. 100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente, www.sanclementegardenclub.com. ATTRACT MONARCH BUTTERFLIES TO YOUR GARDEN 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. Event at Goin Native featuring a guest butterfly expert. 31661 Los Rios St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.606.6386, www.goinnative.net. AN EVENING WITH TAJ MAHAL 8 p.m. Special blues & roots music concert at The Coach House. Tickets $49. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

sunday

BIRD WALK 8 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Join guest leaders Robert Scrimger and Gary Meredith for a bird walk at The Reserve/ Richard and Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy. Cost $5$10. Call for info, 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy.org.

SUNDAY FUNDAY 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Food, music and more at Irons in the Fire. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.3900, www.beachfire.com. RABBI BLUE 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. Page 8

LOCAL SUNDAY SESSIONS 6 p.m. Music at Cabrillo Playhouse featuring Lindsay Law, Freako Suave and Richfolk. Suggested donation $5. Beer and wine served for donation. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, www.facebook.com/localsundaysessions.

monday

OPEN MIC NITE 8 p.m. Open Mic Nite at The Coop the third Monday of the month presented by San Clemente Community Market, and hosted by Melody Ryan and Jason Soderlund. 1506 Calle Valle, San Clemente, openmicatthecoop@gmail.com.

IAN BLACKBYRN’S WINE CAMP 7 p.m.-11 p.m. The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

tuesday

COOKING CLASS: ITALIAN FEAST 6:30 p.m. Cooking class with Chef Caroline Cazaumayou at Antoine’s Café. Cost $50 each; includes recipes, dinner and a glass of wine. 218 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.1763, www.antoinescafe.com.

TACO TUESDAY 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Homemade Hawaiianstyle tacos and more fun at Hapa J’s. 2016 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.276.6657, www.hapajs.com.

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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.

WINE TASTING AT VINE 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. KARAOKE 7 p.m. Joel and Les host Karaoke at Swallow’s Inn. $2 tacos and free popcorn. 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.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

Thursday, April 19

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events

Get Your Green on at these local Earth Day happenings

Saturday, April 14

We Are Earth Day Celebration and Seedling Sale 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free Earth Day

event at The Ecology Center with a scavenger hunt, live music, dancing, local food, the annual Spring Plant and Seed Sale, educational fun ways to learn about implementing practical ecological solutions, and more. 32701 Alipaz St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.443.4223, www.TheEcologyCenter.org.

Earth Day Event 9 a.m.-4 p.m. San Juan Capistrano Community Center Gym. 20 earth friendly, interactive exhibits. Stop by South Coast Water District’s booth to test your knowledge at “Water & Sewer Jeopardy” and get water-saving items. 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano, www. sanjuancapistrano.org.

Saturday, April 21

Backyard Skills: Make Your Own Veggie Box 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Build your own back-

yard veggie box to take home and grow your own at The Ecology Center (cost $25 + $20 materials), and also check out their ongoing “Tools for Change” interactive sustainability exhibition. 32701 Alipaz St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.443.4223, www.TheEcologyCenter.org.

E-Waste Disposal, Shredding, and Compost Giveaway 7 a.m.-12 p.m. The city

of San Juan Capistrano and the Goodwill host a free E-waste event/document shredding, as well as compost giveaway with CR&R all at City Hall. 32400 Paseo Adelanto, SJC, 949.234.4413, www.sanjuancapsitrano.org.

Adventure Day Featuring Socal Wildf lower Fest 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Special family event

SoCalGas, volunteers will plant, weed, spread seeds, water and trim bushes and stencil trash and recycling bins. Family members of all ages are welcome. A light breakfast and coffee will be provided. Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point.

Gardenfest 8 a.m.-3 p.m. The San Clemente

Garden Club hosts the annual event at the SC Community Center featuring a plant sale, garden flea market, contests, art shows, educational programs and more. 100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente, www.sanclementegardenclub.com.

Transition Laguna Earth Day Festival

9 a.m.-5 p.m. All-day celebration in downtown Laguna Beach in conjunction with Kelp Fest with speakers on relevant topics, environmental organizations, exhibits, activities, art project for kids, cooking demos, live music, films and more. Free admission. Takes place off Park Ave. and PCH. transitionlagunabeach@gmail.com.

celebration at San Mateo Campground in San Onofre State Beach featuring Native American speakers, arts, crafts, food, speakers and more fun hosted by the San Onofre Foundation. Free shuttle from Concordia School. More info: More info: 949.366.8599, www.sanofoundation.org/site/events.

at San Mateo Campground in San Onofre State Beach. More info: 949.366.8599, www.sanofoundation.org/site/events.

Earth Day Clean-Up 8 a.m.-noon Hosted by

2nd Annual eWaste Fundraiser 9 a.m.1 p.m. Shorecliffs Middle School is having its second annual eWaste Fundraiser for Earth Week where you can dispose of old electronics and more. Additional drop off will be April 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 240 Via Socorro, San Clemente, 949.498.1660.

Earth Day at Panhe 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Earth Day

Earth Day San Mateo Trail Restoration Project 8:30 a.m. Clean-up and restoration event

beach, and the jetty, and plant native plants. Another cleanup on April 21. 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496-6172, www.dohenystatebeach. org.

Salt Creek Beach Cleanup 10 a.m. – noon, Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment Program, The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel. The beach cleanup is a fantastic way for neighbors and friends of The Ritz-Carlton to get together and care for our marine environment, while learning from Jean-Michel Cousteau how fragile our beach and ocean are. 1 Ritz Carlton Drive Dana Point, www.ritzcarlton.com.

Sunday, April 22

at Caspers Wilderness Park featuring activities and games, guest presentations, educational programs and exhibits, raffles, contests, and more. Free event. 33401 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.923.2210, www.ocparks.com/caspers.

Native Tree Planting Project and Beach Cleanup 9 a.m.- noon. Clean San Juan Creek, the

Earth Day Beach & Creek Cleanup 9 a.m.noon. Clean San Juan Creek, the beach and the jetty in honor of Mother Earth Day and plant native plants. Meets at the new Lifeguard Headquarters at Doheny State Beach. Please bring your work gloves. 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496-6172, www.dohenystatebeach.org.

Earth Day San Clemente at Parque Del Mar. File photo

Earth Day San Clemente 8:30 a.m.; 10 a.m.2 p.m. Begins with a beach cleanup at the Pier at 8. Then starting at 10 a.m. celebrate Earth Day at Parque Del Mar featuring live music, demonstrations, giveaways, displays, mini tide pool, photo booth, children’s crafts area and more. 949.366.2326, Info@SCwatersheds.com, www.SCwatersheds.com. Headlands Cleanup 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Visit the Nature Interpretive Center, adjacent to the Headlands Conservation Park, at the end of Green Lantern for clean up supplies and directions, if you choose to help clean up the area while you hike. 34558 Scenic Drive, 949.542.4755. Plant Design Class 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. Design a living succulent wall at Goin Native. Cost $25 plus plant costs. 31661 Los Rios St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.606.6386, www.goinnative.net.

Earth Day Yoga + Potluck 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Join The Ecology Center and guests from Yoga Works for an afternoon of free yoga with instructor L.B. Iddings and a post-yoga potluck. 32701 Alipaz St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.443.4223, www.TheEcologyCenter.org. Earth Day and Recycling at the Ocean Institute 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Event at the Ocean

Institute for the family featuring eco-friendly crafts, stories for kids, marine mammal activities, and recycling for your old electronics and athletic shoes. Get free admission if you participate in the institute’s beach/harbor cleanup from 9 a.m. -11 a.m. Admission $4.50-$6.50. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

NABA Butterf ly Walk 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Join the North American Butterfly Association on its annual search for butterflies at The Reserve/Richard and Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy. Cost $5-$10. Call for info and directions, 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy.org.

tapping

the Pacific

Decision nears on whether to proceed with South County desalination plant BY JONATHAN VOLZKE

t’s something of a paradox. The series of canals, pumps and pipelines that supplies Southern California’s drinking water is as shaky as the ground around the San Andreas Fault. But lapping up on Orange County’s 42 miles of coastline is the endless Pacific Ocean. Some see the ocean as at least part of the answer to Southern Orange County’s water woes, where 95 percent of the water is imported from elsewhere. Others, however, see the ocean as more an oasis than a solution. A coalition of five cities and water agencies has been working for more than six years to find the truth. Together, they’ve invested $3.3 million — combined with $2.8 million in grants — to drill beneath the ocean floor, pump out briny, brackish water and ram it through a series of super-fine filters to produce drinkable water in a pilot project. San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano, Laguna Beach County Water District, Moulton Niguel Water District and South Coast Water District, which primarily supplies Dana Point, are the project participants. The Municipal Water District of Orange County is working with them. After 18 months of pumping, the pilot plant housed in a shipping container at Doheny State Beach is scheduled to shut down April 27. After a few more tests, the participating agencies will be asked whether they want to continue to a full plant -- with a price tag of $175 million. That “go, no-go” decision will be made in 2013. If it works, the plant would produce 15 million gallons of drinking water a day, enough to provide about 22 percent of the agencies’ future needs, said Karl Seckel, assistant general manager of the Municipal Water District of Orange County. But it’s expensive. Not just to build, but to operate. Forcing the seawater though the reverseosmosis membranes requires a tremendous amount of electricity. Current estimates, Seckel said, put the cost of water produced by the plant at $1,500 for an acre foot – 325,851 gallons. This month, the cost of buying an acre foot of water through the Metropolitan Water District was about $900. Seckel said predictions show that the cost of Metropolitan water will continue to climb, while the costs of producing water in the desalination plant would rise much more slowly. The price of water from both sources, he said, is expected to be the

A crew works on installing the submersible pump in the slant well at the Doheny State Beach test facility. Photo courtesy of Municipal Water District of Orange County

same around 2025. That’s not good enough for San Juan Capistrano, though. When each participating agency was asked to pony up another $23,000 to finish some tests last month, Capistrano city leaders balked, voting 3-2 to pull out of the project. San Juan is just now getting its $35 million groundwater recovery plant working properly, and the Utilities Department is battling a $6 million deficit. San Juan Capistrano is one of the few agencies in South County with a significant supply of groundwater. “It’s frankly frightening, the economic picture of this nation and this state,” Councilman Sam Allevato said. “This would allow us to get to a decision point, but I’m afraid of the answer.” Seckel admitted the project has been a science experiment from the beginning. While ocean desalination is used around the world, the State Water Plan says just six such plants were operating in California in 2009, producing just a little more than 4.5 acre feet of water a day. That’s a drop in the bucket even when compared to the state’s 20 groundwater-recovery plants – Dana Point also has one – that produce about 225 acre feet of drinking water a day. Part of the problem is mitigating the environmental impacts. The Poseidon Resources desalination plant in Carlsbad – which will be one of the biggest in the country when completed, took 10 years to plan and six more to get permits. The Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board approved another Poseidon Resources desalination plant in Huntington Beach, but environmentalists have appealed that decision to the state Coastal Commission. One of the chief concerns with traditional desalination plants: The intake pipes that suck water from the ocean also suck up sealife. Poseidon’s plans rely on existing power plants, which already draw in seawater for cooling. South Orange Coastal Ocean Desalination Project avoids that – and has not drawn fire from Surfrider or other environmental groups – by using a “slant well” technique that burrows intake pipes beneath the ocean floor at an angle. That means the water is not draw directly from the ocean, but from beneath the sea floor. That avoids drawing in sea life and also

uses the earth as an additional filter. If built, the project would use nine slant wells, drawing 30 million gallons of water daily. But the success of the slant well also raised new issues. Plant operators weren’t sure when, and how much “young” ocean water they would draw in the treatment facility as they tapped underground aquifers. The initial water was old -- 7,500 years old – and contains iron and manganese. Building additional facilities to remove the iron and manganese adds about $50 million to the price tag, which is already included in the $175 million estimate. “We thought we’d find it, but as we connected to the ocean, we thought we’d pump through the iron and manganese,” Seckel said. “We may still do that, but the science right now is inconclusive. Scientists put tracer materials in the lagoon at Doheny, and waited to see them turn up in the plant water, tracking the flow of groundwater in the area. Capistrano voiced concern that pumping water from beneath the ocean could somehow affect the San Juan Basin aquifer and hamper the operations of the city’s groundwater plant. The final $23,000 from each participant was to finish the work including the groundwater modeling of the underground basin to help address that question. Six different metals were also tested for the plant’s equipment, Seckel said, to see which best resisted corrosion in the desalination process. Still ahead would likely be more test borings into the ocean floor, drilled traditionally, to help define the aquifer and determine the makeup of the water, eliminating the possibility that the slant well has struck something unknown in the under-ocean basin. “We don’t have a full understanding of the geology under the ocean – (it is) very expensive to do that work,” Seckel said. Even with some questions unanswered, Wayne Rayfield, president of the board at South Coast Water District, said he’s been pleased with the project. “I think it’s going well. We’ve learned an awful lot,” he said. “I think also the project is technically feasible and needed. Maybe it’s not needed next year, but it certainly will be needed in the future.” Those in the industry, water dogs, they’re called, say the public looks at it wrong when it looks only at the cost of water. At some point, it won’t be how much water costs, but whether they can get it at all. “We’re in a coastal desert, our imported water supplies are going to continue to get more scarce and more expensive,” Rayfield said. “Desal the only good option.” For San Clemente, which essentially sits at the end of the pipeline for water coming from the north and the Colorado River, desalination provides an alternative tap, noted Mayor Jim Evert, who represents the city on the project. Any major disaster could cut off the city from its much-needed water supply. “I think in the future years ahead it’s going to potentially be one of the major supplies of water,” Evert said. Another mistake made when looking at the project, Seckel said, is failing to look long term, and remember that the water situation changes quickly. “I think the (economic) environment is working against us, but it wasn’t very long ago, three or four years ago, that people were asking us how quickly we could get this project done,” Seckel said. “So you have to ask the question, what are we doing to improve our reliability?” For more information about the South County Ocean Desalination project, see http://www.scwd.org/ water/potable/oceandesal.asp •

Bye Bye Bags

Farewell Foam

Surfrider Foundation, others continue to push for plastic bag and foam bans BY ANDREA SWAYNE espite a few setbacks in the tri-city area, Surfrider Foundation and other environmental groups have kept up a fight to curb the distribution by retail establishments of single-use plastic bags and foam food service containers in and around San Clemente, Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano. The effort, aimed at keeping polystyrene — or Styrofoam as its popularly known — from fouling local watersheds, beaches and the ocean environment has been a top priority for the group since launching their Rise Above Plastics campaign in 2008, said Alexis Henry, Surfrider Foundation communications manager. Since then, Dana Point voted in March to expand a voluntary restriction discouraging the use of polystyrene foam and passed ordinances prohibiting point-of-sale distribution of both the foam food containers and single-use plastic bags. San Clemente in January 2011 responded to requests from residents by adopting an ordinance banning polystyrene containers at retail facilities. This change expanded on a 2004 policy banning the use of the foam containers at city events, facilities and by vendors doing business with the city. The city chose to table the issue of a bag ban in fall of 2011, but since the polystyrene ban became effective on July 1, 2011, the city website asks residents who have witnessed businesses still using polystyrene food containers to file an anonymous report via an online reporting form. In San Juan Capistrano restricting single-use plastic bags has yet to be considered, although it too adopted an ordinance in 2004 banning the use of foam food service containers within its facilities and events and has also asked business owners to

voluntarily restrict their use of the material. Shwack Beach Grill in Dana Point is among the growing list of area businesses embracing the change. In the days leading up to the Dana Point vote, Surfrider enlisted Shwack owner Max Fisher to ask customers to sign a petition to request City Council to enact a polystyrene ban. Fisher gladly agreed to help as he had been using eco-friendly products in his restaurant since opening in July and said he often receives positive comments from customers thanking him for his eco-friendly choice in food service containers. And, even if he needed to pass the few-cent difference on to customers, Fisher said he wouldn’t expect it to be an issue as he strongly believes his restaurant’s effort to protect the environment— aside from the award-winning food—is among the reasons people choose to eat at his establishment. “As an ocean-themed restaurant doing business in a place that’s so beautiful and so near the ocean, it’s important both to me and my customers to do whatever we can to help the beaches stay clean and the water stay clear for future generations,” said Fisher. Rick Erkeneff, chairman of Surfrider’s South Orange County Chapter, said the group is very pleased with the recent progress made within the tri-city area both with regard to bans and Surfrider’s success at educating citizens about the harms of singleuse plastics in marine and coastal environments. “More still needs to be done, and we hope this year to get bag bans implemented in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano as well as many more of the inland cities in South Orange County,” Erkeneff said, “so by Earth Day next year the region is plastic bag and polystyrene free.” •

Get Paid to Upgrade, Save the Environment

rom toilets to turf, rebates are available to residents and business owners willing to embrace more efficient products – or plants as the case may be – in their daily lives. Local utilities will help ease the swap out of the old with the new by offering the financial incentives. But planning is key to maximizing the rebate returns. Most municipalities or utility companies offering the rebates require some advance notice – whether that’s filing the paperwork ahead of time or requesting an inspection. Call the respective utility or visit the websites to view a list of the available rebates, which can include clothes washers, ice-making machines, irrigation controllers, nozzles, plants, toilets and turf. The incentives, which range from a few dollars to the thousands of dollars, can vary for residential, multi-home properties and commercial customers. Each city has its own unique rebates. In San Juan Capistrano, for example, a swap out of a toilet older than 1993 can qualify a resident for a $200 rebate for up to two toilets, said San Juan’s Water Conservation Coordinator Francie Kennedy. Already, 650 porcelain thrones in the city have been replaced and plenty of rebate dollars remain, she said. “Each toilet, over its lifetime, uses about an acre foot of water,” Kennedy noted. By paying the $200 now, San Juan expects to save upwards of $600 in water. In San Clemente, turf replacement can be combined with the city’s qualified plant rebate of up to $300, according to Dan Dyer of San Clemente’s Utility Department. The city lists 61 different plants, shrubs and trees to choose from. Don’t lose out on the chance to pocket extra money while also helping the environments and keeping utility costs at bay. Rebate websites: www.socalwatersmart.com, www.mwdsaveabuck.com, www.scwd.org/conservation/residential/rebates.asp Check your city’s website for specific rebates: www.sanjuancapistrano.org, www.san-clemente.org, www.danapoint.org • — Stacie N. Galang

What in the World… It’s Earth Day

BY LISA ZAWASKI, SENIOR WATER QUALITY ENGINEER, CITY DANA POINT, LINDA HOMSCHEID, COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER, SOUTH COAST WATER DISTRICT

hat do “Bridge over Troubled Water,” “All My Children,” and the New York City Marathon have in common? They all made their debut in 1970—the same year that Earth Day was inaugurated as a national day of environmental awareness and action. And, just like the Simon and Garfunkel tune, ABC soap opera and 26-mile race, Earth Day is still going strong 42 years later. Renew, Reuse, Recycle. April is a fitting month for Earth Day because it marks the start of spring, and the season of Earth’s renewal. So, take a moment this month to consider some behaviors that impact the environment and make a conscious choice to change them—even a little. For example: • Turn sprinklers off when it rains; let Mother Nature water your yard for free. • Read the directions on pesticides and fertilizers so that they are applied sparingly; excess chemicals

pollute our creeks and ocean. And don’t apply right before rain is expected. • If you wash your car in the driveway, use sand bags to keep the dirty wash water from going down the storm drain. Divert the water to your yard for a free watering. Or, collect with a wet vac and dispose in a sink rather than down the storm drain. • Grab a reusable shopping bag from your car before you go into the store. • Think twice about flicking that cigarette butt out the car window; it will end up in our waterways. This year, in honor of Earth Day, we hope you take time to explore ways that you can help prevent ocean water pollution, conserve water and energy and reduce waste—while still enjoying our fabulous quality of life in our tri-city area. Be sure to turn to the events calendar page in this pullout section for a list of local options for celebrating Earth Day.

What in the world? What do Monday Night Football, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Matt Damon have in common? You’ve got it; they all made their “debut” in 1970 and, like Earth Day, they’re still going strong. Happy Earth Day to all. Thank you for being stewards of our most precious resources and for doing your part to make every day Earth Day. This article was adapted from the regularly featured DP Times column Harboring the Good Life, a cooperative effort of the City of Dana Point and South Coast Water District to cultivate conscious living to protect and preserve our coastal neighborhoods and resources. If you have any suggestions for topics, please feel free to direct questions to lzawaski@danapoint.org (City of Dana Point) or lhomscheid@scwd.org (South Coast Water District). •

Green Living simple steps for everyday success

Earth Day a chance to spark interest in environment BY JESSICA WATKINS

hat do you think of when you think of living green? Do visions spring to mind of your hybrid-driving, yoga-practicing, organicbuying, quinoa-eating, tree-hugging friend? While some folks are able to dedicate themselves fully to environmental concerns, being “green” doesn’t require going from gross consumer to eco-nut overnight. It starts with getting informed and understanding that an individual’s every action affects the natural environment and the environment of others. And, if each person chose more thoughtful actions, systemic change would take hold. April 22 marks the 42nd annual observance of Earth Day in the United States. According to the Earth Day Network, more than 1 billion people now participate in Earth Day activities each year, making it the largest civic observance in the world. “Earth Day is a reminder for each of us,” said local Harry Helling, president of the Crystal Cove Alliance and board chairman of The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano, “to shift our perspective from our normal human point of view to, instead, a much broader humanity point of view so that we might see, with greater clarity, our collective relationship with the planet.” With Earth Day drawing near, it’s time to shake off the tree-hugging stereotypes and get yourself ready to join the global green community. From ecobeginner to expert, there are many simple things you can do to live greener every day: • Got morning breath? Make sure in your groggy, pre-coffee state that you turn the water off while you brush your teeth. • Do a lot of driving? Before making the big leap to go hybrid, simply check and make sure your tires are inflated properly. Low air pressure decreases miles per gallon. • Hate watering the lawn? Replace it with attractive, draught-tolerant, California-native landscaping. Reduce your water footprint and harmful ocean runoff and save a ton on your water bill, too. • Ready for some spring cleaning? Before you spray, consider this: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimated that air pollutant levels

The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano. Photo by Scott Sporleder/The Ecology Center

inside our homes can be two to five times higher than outdoor levels due to toxic ingredients found in some cleaners and fragrances. Check labels, or, better yet, make your own cleaners out of all natural ingredients. • Drink water? Did you know it takes up to three times as much water to produce a plastic bottle of water as compared to drinking the same amount of tap water? Use a reusable bottle, and you’ll save that precious resource every time. Plus, you’ll save energy by eliminating freight energy to ship that packaged water to you. It comes out of your spigot for almost free. • Want to eat better? Buy natural food as local as possible to avoid premature, tasteless harvests and massive air and land freight energy costs. Take it up a notch and have fun growing your own fruits and veggies in raised beds or containers. We all know the adage “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle,” and most of us in Southern California are pretty good at the last one. But, did you know that roughly 30 cents of every dollar consumers spend on packaged goods goes towards paying for the packaging? And most packaging promptly gets recycled or thrown away? Consider the first two Rs before falling back on recycling. Do you really need that new product? Or can you make do? Can you repair or reuse what you already have? Can you buy it packaging-free at a consignment or bulk store? Consider how your buying dollars speak, too, since consumer demand affects the marketplace. Choose to spend a few more pennies now on select items of better quality, higher standards, and non-genetically modified organisms and industry standards and pricing will improve in time. Great examples of this are the increased number of organic products at competitive prices now available in the supermarkets as compared to 10 years ago. Since 2009, The Ecology Center — adjacent to South Coast Farms in San Juan Capistrano — has helped people discover attainable solutions by breaking down environmental ecology into five accessible categories of living: food, water, shelter, waste, and energy. Through year-round program-

ming and hands-on workshops for all ages, the center engages people in “eco-education” to equip everyone to make better choices, challenging people to pledge action, tracking and encouraging those pledges, and exemplifying what it means to be eco-conscious. Executive Director Evan Marks considers the work of the center as “a bridge to sustainability for the community.” And what does sustainability really mean? “Giving back more than you take.” There are many information resources that can help you go green. Check out any of the following websites to get started or delve deeper into ecoawareness: • A Billion Acts of Green: act.earthday.org • Local insights into food/water/energy/waste/ shelter: TheEcologyCenter.org/resources • Surfrider Foundation’s action center www. surfrider.org/take-action • Rankings of best and worst companies social and eco-awareness: betterworldshopper.org So whether you are young or old, whether you live in a big house or a studio apartment, whether you have a lot or a little to invest, think about what actions seem accessible and spark your interest. Then, join in a community that shares your interests; gain some new ideas and give encouragement and expertise to others. Conquer your green-phobia and take a step toward making every day Earth Day--we will all benefit. Local Event Call-out: The next opportunity to gain some of The Ecology Center’s hands-on eco-education is this Saturday at their annual “We Are Earth Day Festival and Seedling Sale.” Learn about our eco-system by touring their learning landscape, taking the scavenger hunt, eating local food and drink and getting your hands dirty planting a garden or building a terrarium. Commemorate your visit by making a pledge. Admission is free, and all are welcome. Saturday, April 14, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 32701 Alipaz St., San Juan Capistrano. Special street parking will be available. Jessica Watson can be reached at jessica@theecologycenter.org. •

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ON LIFE AND LOVE AFTER 50: Tom Blake

Dating Finances: Money, Ensure and Splitting Expenses Couples must learn to communicate on money matters or face conflict

ne of the first songs released by Elvis was “Money Honey.” In that song, Elvis wanted to know what his woman needed from him. Her answer: “Money honey, if you want to get along with me.” Can money affect a senior relationship? According to a woman named Barb, it’s affecting hers. Barb said, “I have an issue that is fast becoming major in my 3 1/2 year relationship: Money!” Barb and her male friend are both 73; they don’t live together, but have an exclusive relationship. They frequently go dancing, to the movies and have dinner. She has suggested several times that they split the costs as both are on fixed incomes, although she earns a little more than he. Here’s Barb’s beef: “Now he has started itemizing everything, down to ‘You had a cappuccino and I only had a coffee,

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so you owe me.’ Or, ‘You only had chicken and I had steak so I owe you.’ I don’t want this to be so petty, and told him so. I believe it washes out eventually. “And what about the times he eats at my ON LIFE AND LOVE AFTER 50 home? He never cooks at By Tom Blake home. But he brings me Ensure and goodies sometimes, so I feel that’s OK. “This is becoming a big problem! And he becomes very defensive about this and starts complaining.” Barb is looking for answers. Her situation reminds me of one of my former relationships. I was dating a woman exclusively and we shared expenses. We took a trip to New York. On the United Airlines flight back, I had nothing better to do so I item-

ized the trip expenses. Proud of myself for capturing all of the detail, I handed her the list and said, “You owe me $44.87.” Oh my gosh! Not only did she not speak to me for the rest of the trip, she decided that I was too tacky and cheap and ended the relationship. It was the 87 cents that annoyed her. Why, in Barb’s case, has her guy started itemizing expenses after 3 ½ years? It might be due to something other than money. When she tries to discuss this with him, he gets defensive, which means their lines of communication are not as open as before. When I shared this story with Gloria, a regular Tutor and Spunky’s Deli customer, she replied, “If I was Barb, I’d dig a little deeper. In my experience, a change signals an interest in another woman. When he starts criticizing and picking, it can

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mean the beginning of the end.” I agree with Gloria. If Barb’s guy doesn’t put his calculator away and isn’t willing to discuss his newly adopted downto-the-penny behavior, she may have to find a new dance partner. Of course, doing so could eliminate her source of Ensure so she has to be prepared for that. Oh wow—the issues that older singles have to consider. Tom Blake is a Dana Point business owner and San Clemente resident who has authored books on middle-aged dating. To comment on his column, email him at TompBlake@gmail.com. See his website at www.FindingLoveAfter50.com. SC PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the San Clemente Times staff. We appreciate their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@sanclementetimes.com.

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Triton Report

By David Zimmerle

BASEBALL • The Tritons (1-3 SCL, 107) got off to a great start at the Anaheim Lions Tournament March 31, opening play with a 15-4 win against Hillcrest. The team next faced Santa Barbara April 2 and picked up a 7-1 win before falling, 6-3, to La Habra April 3. San Clemente then closed out the tournament April 4 with a 7-6 win against JW North. The Tritons next faced Dana Hills at home April 10 before traveling to take on the Dolphins April 11. Next 7 days: N/A SOFTBALL • The Lady Tritons (1-0 SVL, 7-11) started off Sea View League play April 3 with a 7-2 win against Capo Valley. The girls then competed at the Michelle Carew Tournament at Canyon High April 4-7 and went 2-2 overall. San Clemente started with a 8-0 loss to Paciﬁca before rolling 11-1 past Oaks Christian April 6. The girls also beat Oxnard 6-3 April 6 before getting shut down, 9-1, by Kennedy April 7. Next 7 days: April 17 at *San Juan Hills, 3:30 p.m.; April 19 vs. *Dana Hills, 3:30 p.m.

5 BEST BETS SOCCER

BASEBALL

Timbers vs. Galaxy, Home Depot Center

A’s vs. Angels, Angel Stadium

April 14, 7:30 p.m.

April 16, 7:05 p.m.

Following a tough loss to Kansas City last week, the Galaxy aim to get back on track with a weekend win against Portland. Info: www.lagalaxy.com

GOLF • The Tritons (0-2 SCL, 2-6-1) teed off against Tesoro April 3 and lost, 191-202 to the Titans as Matt DePalma medaled on the round with a 2-under 34. The team then suffered a 184-197 loss to Corona del Mar April 4 before fortune turned with a 200-224 win against Laguna Beach April 5. Against the Breakers, Sammy Schwartz medaled on the round with a 2-over 37. Next 7 days: April 17 vs. *El Toro & *Tesoro at Bella Collina, 2:30 p.m.; April 19 vs. *El Toro at Shorecliffs, 2:30 p.m. BOYS LACROSSE • The Tritons posted two big league wins last week to improve to 8-4. Junior attackman Robbie Burns scored ﬁve goals and three assists to lead the Tritons over Dana Hills 15-12 April 3 then added four goals and two assists to help top El Toro, 13-6, April 5. Against El Toro, San Clemente led 5-3 at the half and pulled away for the season sweep. Senior Jay Kassity had four goals and two assists, while Austin Streeter and Aaron Self each added a pair of goals. Goalie Thomas Ahola had six saves. Against Dana Hills, SC had an 8-3 lead, gave up seven goals to start the second half and trail 10-8, but rallied for a 15-12 win. Kassity had four goals and two assists in game while sophomore Peyton Garrett added one goal and ﬁve assists. Lucas Anderson had three goals, while Streeter and Charlie Satossky also scored.

After slugging it out against the Yankees on the road, the Halos head back home for the first of a four-game series with Oakland. Info: www.losangeles. angels.mlb.com

TRACK AND FIELD

SOFTBALL

BOYS LACROSSE

Cougars vs. Tritons, San Clemente High

Dolphins vs. Tritons, San Clemente High

Titans vs. Tritons, San Clemente High

April 18, 2:45 p.m.

April 19, 3:30 p.m.

All levels of San Clemente’s track and field team are poised for big performances in this important meet against Capo Valley.

Cross-town rivals square off in South Coast League action as San Clemente hosts Dana Hills in this key game.

April 19, 5:30 p.m. Following a round of nonleague games in the Bay Area, the Tritons head home for a league showdown with Tesoro. Info: www.sctritons.com

Info: www.sctritons.com

The Tritons traveled to San Francisco for Spring Break to take on state power St. Ignatius and play games against Top 10-ranked Marin Catholic and Redwood, April 12-13. Next 7 days: April 19 vs. *Tesoro, 5:30 p.m. GIRLS LACROSSE • The Lady Tritons (1-3 SCL, 5-5) rallied for a 9-8 win against cross-town rival Dana Hills April 3 before the team went on to face El Toro on April 5. Next 7 days: April 19 at *Tesoro, 5:30 p.m. BOYS AND GIRLS SWIMMING • Both varsity levels traveled to take on Trabuco Hills April 5 as the boys team lost 153-133, while the girls team also fell 182-101. Next 7 days: April 17 at *Aliso Niguel, 3:15 p.m. BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD • Both varsity levels faced Tesoro on April 4. Of note, the girls team won 77-59. First place marks were won by Sara Kebede (1600m), Brittney Thornton (100 hurdles & 300 hurdles), Ally Lynn (100m & 200m), Melissa Eisele (800m), Christina Bagan (Pole Vault) and both 4x100m and 4x400m relays teams. On April 7, the distance runners competed at two separate races. Freshmen Kelsey Carroll, ran the fastest time this year for the team posting a 5:14 mile at the Irvine Distance Meet. She has the third fastest mile this year

among ninth-graders in the state. At the prestigious Arcadia Invitational, Kebede earned ﬁ fth place, running 2:14.85. Molly Mann and Melissa Eisele both ran the girls mile race ﬁnishing in 5:17 and 5:22, respectively. And, at the Triton Invitational March 31 the San Clemente distance medley relay team of Mann (1200m), Jessica Erickson (400m), Kebede (800m) and Melissa Eisele (1600m) won the open distance medly relay. Their time of 12:29 was 18 seconds faster than second place and good enough to make the DyeStat US Top 100 Elite list. Next 7 days: April 18 vs. *Capo Valley, 2:45 p.m. BOYS TENNIS • The Tritons (6-0 SCL, 12-1) defeated Trabuco Hills, 16-2, April 5 to clinch at least a tie for the South Coast League Championship. Prior to defeating the Mustangs, the team won its most important match against second place Capo Valley, 14-4. San Clemente has been led all season by No. 1 singles player Ryan Mariano. Mariano swept his matches against both Capo Valley and Trabuco, while the doubles teams have also been improving and are currently ranked No. 10 in the county. Next 7 days: April 17 at *Dana Hills, 3 p.m.; April 19 vs. *Aliso Niguel, 3 p.m.

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

The only directory featuring San Clemente businesses exclusively ACCOUNTANTS Craig Workinger CPA’s Inc 629 Camino de Los Mares #307

CHOCOLATE/CANDY COINS

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

949.492.5589

APPLIANCES SERVICES & REPAIRS

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BEAUTY SUPPLY

CONTRACTORS - GENERAL

DENTISTS

DRYWALL/DRYWALL REPAIR 949.498.9515 Call Jeff johnson4sc@cox.net

BOOKS

949.683.4972

ELECTRICAL

949.361.1045 949.492.1114 Arcadia Electric www.arcadiaelectric.com Gallagher Electric 949.412.6602 BUSINESS COMPUTER SERVICE, REPAIR P.O. Box 986, www.gallagher-electric.com

Village Book Exchange 99 Avenida Serra

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

CARPET

ESTATE PLANNING, PROBATE, TRUST Lange & Minnott 1201 Puerta Del Sol, Ste. 203

949.492.3459

Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G-105, Red Point Digital 801.573.2370 www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com Shaw’s Carpets 949.492.8070 www.redpointdigital.com 135 Avenida Victoria FINANCIAL ADVISOR

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

CHEESE SHOP

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

FURNITURE

South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 The Cellar 949.492.3663 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

CHIROPRACTIC CARE

HOME DÉCOR

CONCRETE Coldwell Banker Home Loans 949.307.7982 Costa Verde Landscape 949.361.9656 nmls#261832. Tom Fashing, Mortgage Advisor, License: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com tom.fashing@mortgagefamily.com

949.493.9311 949.492.8180 Eric Johnson, D.D.S. 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 209, www.drericjohnson.com

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

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

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

COMPUTER REPAIR & SERVICES South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 ORTHODONTIST 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com San Clemente Computer & Network Services Frank J. Mogavero, DDS MS 949.493.7300 daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 HOME LOANS 1031 Avenida Pico # 101, www.syncyoursmile.com

ASAP Appliance Service 949.361.7713 B Construction 949.481.8444 3200 Legendario, www.asapapplianceservice.com 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.bconstruction.net The Cooper Company General Contractor ART GALLERIES License #B 638754, 949.361.2538 San Clemente Art Association 949.492.7175 www.biffcooperconstruction.com 100 N. Calle Seville, www.scartgallery.com Dunham Construction, Inc. 949.492.7100 License #450880, www.dunhamconstruction.net AUTO WRECKING Hutton Construction 949.492.2808 San Clemente Auto Wrecking & Repair Shop www.brucehuttonconstruction.com 1520 Avenida de la Estrella, Ste. B, 949.492.6121 COSMETICS www.sanclementeautowrecking.com AVON 949.370.0433 BABY & CHILDREN’S GEAR Annie Kyle, www.youravon.com/anniekyle OC Tykes 949.429.1714 Mary Kay Cosmetics 949.248.2868 201 N. El Camino Real, www.octykes.com www.marykay.com/madams2 Del Mar Beauty Supply 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste D, www.delmarbeauty.com

OPTOMETRY

HEATING

949.369.1052 949.218.3224 Schmid’s Fine Chocolate 99 Avenida Del Mar, www.schmidschocolate.com

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Images/Creative Solutions 949.366.2488 Dr. R. Tyler Johnson DC, Chiropractic Center 2927 Via San Gorgoinio, Ste. 100, www.imgs.com 1502 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.6440 HAIR SALONS www.chiropracticcenteronline.com Christiansen Chiropractic 949.276.2956 Kreative Hair Design 949.498.6245 903 Calle Amancer, Ste. 230, www.christiansenchiro.com 173 Avenida Serra

HOUSE SITTING

PAINTING KC Painting & Decorating

949.388.6829

PERIODONTICS & DENTAL IMPLANTS

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

INTERIOR DECORATING & REDESIGN

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

PEST CONTROL

The Home & Garden Stylist/ 949.218.8022 Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 Vignettes of Refinement 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com San Clemente, www.vignettesofrefinement.com

PET SITTING

JEWELERS

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

LANDSCAPE & DESIGN

PHARMACIES

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

Costa Verde Landscape License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com Greenscapes Landscape & Design 949.366.6564 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.greenscapesoc.com

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

949.361.9656

MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPY Janet M. Seymour, PsyD 1443 N. El Camino Real, Ste. B

949.633.0813

949.496.0123

PHOTOGRAPHY Memories Of Me Photos www.memoriesofmephotos.com

949.361.0680

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

PLUMBING

A to Z Leak Detection 949.499.4464 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.atozleakdetection.com MATTRESSES Bill Metzger Plumbing 949.492.3558 South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.billmetzgerplumbing.com 949.496.9731 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com Chick’s Plumbing www.chicks-plumbing.com MOLD REMOVAL San Clemente Plumbing 949.366.2691 Jarvis Restoration -24/7 949.362.5388 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 108, 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com www.sanclementeplumbing.com

MORTGAGES

POOL/SPA SERVICE & REPAIR

Brian Wiechman, 949.533.9209 Radiant Pool & Spa Service www.radiantpoolservice.com V.I.P. Independent Mortgage Inc. www.vipmtginc.com/team/brianwiechman

MOTORCYLE PARTS & SERVICE

PRESCHOOLS

San Clemente Preschool SC Rider Supply 949.388.0521 163 Avenida Victoria 520 S. El Camino Real, www.scridersupply.com

MUSIC LESSONS Danman’s Music School 949.496.6556 www.danmans.com Leslie Lowe - Ukulele, Guitar 949.292.5019 & Bass leslielowe82@gmail.com Janet Poth - Violin & Viola 949.922.6388 413 Calle Pueblo, janpoth@aol.com

949.290.5616

949.498.1025

PRINTING

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

PSYCHOLOGISTS

Barbara M. Thomas, PsyD 949.547.0833 655 Camino de Los Mares, Ste. 117 Janet M. Seymour, PsyD 949.633.0813 1443 N. El Camino Real, Ste. B OFFICE FURNITURE Manny Tau, Psy.D., PSY14892 888.949.5150 South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 300 S. El Camino Real, Ste. 218, www.drtau.com (Cont.) 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

REAL ESTATE Antonio Fiorello, Forté Realty Group 949.842.3631 San Clemente, www.forterealtygroup.com Casa Verde Homes - Simon Wilson 949.212.5800 www.casaverdehomes.com Century 21 OMA - Eric Benson 949.584.3751 www.sanclementecoastalhomes.com Marcie George - Star Real Estate South County marciegeorge@cox.net 949.690.5410 McDaniel Gilmore Group - Surterre Properties www.livetalega.com 949.464.3226 Prue Putnins- Regency Real Estate 949.366.1984 www.TheTalegaTeam.com, www.HomesByPrue.com “Sandy & Rich” - ReMax www.sandyandrich.com 949.293.3236

REMODEL Casa Verde Homes 949.212.5800 License #B 906391, www.casaverderenovation.com Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com

RESTAURANTS

BUSINESS • SPOTLIGHT V.I.P. Independent Mortgage Inc Choose the Local Lender you can Trust! Deep family roots in San Clemente and Dana Point. Specializing in First Time Home Buyers, 2nd homes and Investment properties. FHA, VA, Conventional, Jumbo, and Portfolio Lending products, Refinances too! Rates are at a historical low, so call Brian Wiechman at (949) 533-9209! V.I.P. NMLS #145502, V.I.P. BK# 0909074, NMLS #331800

TATTOO STUDIO & PERMANENT MAKEUP Highland Ink 949.481.4434 1006 S. El Camino Real, www.highlandink.us

TERMITES Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com The Termite Guy 949.940.1010 106 W. Canada Ave., www.877termite.com

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

949.492.8719

VETERINARIANS

Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital 949.429.1555 Salon Bleu 949.366.2060 1242 Puerta Del Sol, www.pacificcoastveterinary.com 207 S. El Camino Real, www.scsalonbleu.com Sanctuary Salon & Spa 949.429.5802 WATER DAMAGE 1041 Avenida Pico, Ste. B, www.sanctuarytalega.com Jarvis Restoration -24/7 949.362.5388 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com

SCREENS

WATER WISE IRRIGATION Café Calypso 949.366.9386 Sure-Fit Screens 949.498.9412 114 Avenida Del Mar #4 Costa Verde Landscape 949.361.9656 www.surefitscreens.com Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) 111 Avenida Del Mar, #B, www.carbonara.com www.costaverdelandscaping.com SECOND HAND/THRIFT SHOP The Cellar 949.492.3663 South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com The Bargain Box 949.492.2800 ROOFING CONTRACTORS 526 N. El Camino Real, Jim Thomas Roofing 949.498.6204 www.capistranovalley.assistanceleague.org 162 Calle de Industrias RUNNING STORE Run More 949.940.0408 303 N. El Camino Real, www.runmore-ca.com

SALONS

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

SURF SCHOOLS

San Clemente Surf School Salon Bamboo 949.361.3348 www.sanclementesurflessons.com 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. A, www.salonbamboo.com

949.334.7649

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

WINDOW CLEANING

949.276.5752 Bayside Window Cleaning 714.757.3490 www.baysidewindowcleaning.com

VACUUMS, SERVICE & REPAIR Best Blinds & Vacuums 73 Via Pico Plaza

TUTORING Study with Stacy 949.632.1176 www.studywithstacy.com Tutor Toes 949.429.6222 111 W. Avenida Palizada, Ste. 11, www.tutortoes.com

949.215.2323

WINDOW COVERINGS Best Blinds & Vacuums 949.492.8719 73 Via Pico Plaza 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

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GROM OF THE WEEK Elenna “Lulu” Erkeneff Age: 16, Dana Hills High School In honor of Earth Day and this week’s “Green Issue” of the San Clemente Times, the Grom of the Week is accomplished surfer, high school junior and defender of the environment Elenna “Lulu” Erkeneff. Despite a challenging course load of AP and other advanced classes, Lulu attended every recent Dana Point City Council meeting when the topic of single-use plastic bags and polystyrene foam bans appeared on the agenda. She was a mainstay in the audience at the meetings leading up to the March vote that made both bans official—sometimes doing homework patiently waiting to hear the discussion, sometimes reading over her notes in preparation for addressing the council in support of the bans. In surf competition this season Lulu has been turnLulu Erkeneff at a Dana Point City Council meeting. Photo by Andrea Swayne ing in amazing performances left and right. In WSA competition she is ranked No. 1 in Open Women Shortboard and No. 2 in Open Women Longboard, Girls U18 Shortboard and Girls U18 Longboard. Lulu is also the No. 4 rated surfer in the elite, invitation only Surfing America Prime series. Lulu, vice president of her school’s Surfrider Foundation Club, says her love for surfing is the guiding force behind her interest in protecting the environment. “As surfers we’re always in the ocean, so we should protect the place we love so much,” Lulu said. “I intend to keep working on environmental issues for my whole life. It’s just as important to me as surfing.” —Andrea Swayne

USA Surf Team Panama Bound

UPCOMING EVENTS April 14-15: WSA Gatorade Championship Tour, Event No. 9, Huntington Beach, Goldenwest Street April 28: NSSA Southwest Explorer, Event No. 9, Dana Point, Salt Creek April 28: NSSA Southwest Explorer, Event No. 8, originally scheduled for March 24 was postponed due to flat surf and rescheduled to run concurrently with Event No. 9 at Dana Point, Salt Creek. April 28-29: Surfing America Prime West, Event No. 6, Camp Pendleton, DMJs

Juniors team set to compete at ISA World Championship By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

he PacSun USA Surf Team will board a flight to Panama in the wee morning hours of April 12 en route to the Dakine/Billabong International Surfing Association World Junior Surfing Championships at Playa Venao, April 14-22. Surfing America, the ISA-recognized national governing body for the sport of surfing in the United States, is sending a travel team of 12 boys and five girls to test their skills among a field of the best U18 surfers from 30 countries around the world. Excitement and nervous energy has been building in the days leading up to the team’s departure. But that hasn’t interfered with their stepped-up training schedule to prepare for, what for most, will be their first time facing international-level competition against the sport’s most elite talent on the planet. The event is the closest thing to the Olympics that the sport of surfing has

Griffin Colapinto San Clemente

Trevor Thornton San Clemente

Jake Davis Capistrano Beach

Colt Ward San Clemente

Photos courtesy of Surfing America

and is officially recognized by the International Olympic Committee, said Surfing America Executive Director Greg Cruse. “The team has been training hard as a cohesive unit and everyone is supporting one another, really working as a team,” said Cruse “I think we have the talent and the depth to do well and we’re excited to take on the best in the world.” The team includes talented local surfers Jake Davis of Capistrano Beach and from San Clemente Trevor Thornton, Colt Ward and Griffin Colapinto. The balance of the team is made up of Colin Moran (Costa Mesa), Cam Richards (South Carolina), Kanoa Igarashi

(Huntington Beach), Jake Marshall and Taylor Clark (Encinitas), John Mel (Newport Beach), Nic Hdez (Santa Cruz), Jake Halstead (La Jolla), Nikki Viesens and Emily Ruppert (Florida), Quincy Davis (New York), Frankie Harrer (Malibu) and Harley Taich (La Jolla). The team will be accompanied by four team parents, Cruse, head coach Ian Cairns, assistant coaches Sean Mattison and Jim Hogan, girls chaperone Chloe Cruse and medical director Kevyn Dean. To watch the event, log on to www.isasurf.org and click on the live webcast link. The link can also be found on the Surfing America home page at www.surfingamerica.org. SC

SURF FORECAST Water temp: 55-58˚F Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: 6-10’+ Poor; Catalina: 10-15’+ Fair Short range: Surf size is running knee-waistchest high (2-3’+) for most better breaks on Thursday, with a few plus sets for top combo exposures to around shoulder high (4’). Our mix of swells builds further Friday. Good breaks see knee-waist-shoulder high (2-4’) waves, with larger surf late in the day. Conditions are poor as a front moves through the region. Long range: A mix of West-Northwest and Southerly swells prevails through weekend. Size for good exposures is running knee-waist-shoulder high (2-4’) this weekend, with peaky shape and a few larger sets for top West and combo exposures. Check Surfline.com for updates.

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