Beach & Bay Press, March 31st, 2011 by San Diego Community Newspaper Group

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Competitors rest after some rough competition during last year’s San Diego Crew Classic on Mission Bay. PAUL HANSEN I Beach & Bay Press

Gas main break forces evacuation A private construction crew hired by the city to lay new sewer pipes in Pacific Beach accidentally ruptured a natural gas line on March 23, forcing the evacuation of more than a half-dozen neighboring businesses and forcing the closure of several streets for more than two and a half hours. Read more details, Page 4 DON BALCH | Beach & Bay Press

MUSCLE POWER HOST OF UNIVERSITIES TO DESCEND ON MISSION BAY FOR CREW CLASSIC The University of California, Berkeley’s formidable rowing crews hope to mount a successful defense on the sometimes-tricky waters of Mission Bay as a season-opening prescription for an eventual intercollegiate championship repeat. The Berkeley Bears’ heavyweight eight, who have been victors here for two straight years, will be tested by eight contenders Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3 during the 38th annual San Diego Crew Classic. Races along the 2,000-meter course are set to begin at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, with finals starting at 9 a.m. on Sunday. Stanford, Oregon State, Jacksonville Michigan, Bucknell, Temple, UC San Diego and Boston’s Northeastern will challenge for the men’s Copley Cup. Historically, Stanford has been one of Cal’s biggest rivals. The Cardinals won three straight cups from 2006-08, but placed sixth last year.

The Crew Classic features men and women of various divisions from a host of universities.

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The Pacific Beach Town Council will host its fourth annual Graffiti Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pacific Beach Presbyterian Church, located at 1675 Garnet Ave. Town Council members said volunteers are needed and will be provided with all the supplies and training. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and students can earn community service hours. In previous years, volunteers removed hundreds of graffiti tags. During the rest of the year, there is less graffiti because the community’s persistence discourages taggers, said Town Council members. For more information, call (858) 483-6666, or visit www.pbtowncouncil.org.

Applicants line up to become costumed SeaWorld characters Some possible future acting stars lined up, applications in hand, at Hubbs Research Institute at SeaWorld San Diego over the weekend to audition for a summer cast of characters to entertain and escort visitors at the park. SeaWorld’s basic job functions stipulate that each actor hired has high energy and a positive attitude. Desired, park officials said, are actors with experience performing in full-body costumes and having skills in he fields of dance, theater and athletics. Park officials seek candidates who can lift or move up to 50 pounds, have strong verbal communication skills and are able to stand or walk for prolonged periods of time. Performance schedules for the costumed characters typically averages 16 to 24 hours per week. — Johnny McDonald

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PB Town Council slates graffiti cleanup

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“Do you think the U.S. military should be involved in the stabilization of the Libyan government?” By LEE CORNELL

(Question asked March 25 near Crystal Pier)

I think we have our hands in too many things and we have enough going on in our own country that we’re not dealing with, so I think to get into one more mess is probably not prudent.”

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Carol Lennon School director Boston, Mass.

I think they should try to get their own playgrounds back from the drug dealers. They’ve got enough to do on this one, but they are unable to do this. So how can they fix problems in other countries?”

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Heinz Kornetzki San Diego

I think that they ought to be involved in protecting innocent civilians. I do think if a nation can’t stand up for innocent people, then what do they stand for?”

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Jeff Wool Self-employed Pennsylvania

Yes.”

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Bruce Derrick Calhoun Disabled veteran Pacific Beach

I think the actual reason they’re going in to stabilize the government is to secure their own resources — the U.S included — to secure their financial wellbeing in the long run. I don’t think they really care about the Libyan people. I think that, given that their intentions are impure, this intervention could only have impure results.”

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Andrew Lovely Barista/student Pacific Beach

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MB Yacht Club’s lease renewal looking likely

BOARDWALKBEAT BY LEE CORNELL | BEACH & BAY PRESS With my feet dangling over a cliffface, I laid back on the grassy knoll, closed my eyes and breathed in the fresh air blowing in off the ocean. After a minute or two, I opened my eyes and the first thing I saw was a fairly large, dark-skinned boar chewing on some grass not more than 10 feet away from me. I was immediately filled with several different emotions. Initially, the fantastic side of my mind told me I had somehow entered another world on another dimension, but that thought was quickly squashed after a glance around the park revealed several other regular people milling about. My next feeling was fear. I was in danger of being ferociously gored by a wild boar squatting just a few yards away from me. Then, I spotted a man not too far away who seemed to be casually keeping an eye on the 150pound pig. I deduced the man to be the owner. As it turned out, the porker was one of the most docile and unassuming creatures I have encountered. He didn’t really seem to notice the people in the park, who were quite interested in his presence. He just kept on munch-

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In Pacific Beach, you see a little bit of everything … including a pig munching on grass. LEE CORNELL | Beach & Bay Press

ing away at the grass without a care in the world. My first pig sighting in Pacific Beach got me thinking about some other unexpected pets I’ve spotted along the boardwalk over the past couple weeks. There was a young man who sported a massive python around his neck and another gentleman with a brilliant

pinkish cockatoo. I also witnessed a young lady riding by on her bike with a small bird on her shoulder. The tiny bird looked quite content with the free ride. Then a dog barked at it. People traditionally come to the beach for fun, sun and the sea. Now they can add a new reason to visit — to go on safari.

A City Council committee voted 4-0 this month to recommend renewing another lease to the Mission Bay Yacht Club, whose 50-year lease is set to expire on July 31. The yacht club’s current lease was approved in August 1961 at the cityowned property, located at 1215 El Carmel Place in Mission Bay. The leased area is 11.82 acres, which includes 6.14 acres of land and 5.68 acres of water, according to a City Council report. “This organization has been part of the fabric in Mission Bay for 84 years,” said District 2 City Councilman Kevin Faulconer. Faulconer made the motion March 9 to forward the lease renewal to the full City Council. The motion was seconded by District 1 City Councilwoman Sherri Lightner. Also voting in favor were councilmembers Todd Gloria and David Alvarez. The current annual rent is

$262,543. The yacht club has asked the City Council to give them another 50-year lease. The annual rent each year increases through an economic formula of 33 percent of average commercial rent paid by lessees in Mission Bay Park. The yacht club has built two clubhouses and three docks, which include 141 boat slips. There is an administrative office, dry storage of 336 spaces and a parking lot with 165 spaces. The Mission Bay Yacht Club provides boats, equipment and support staff to more than 100 regattas and races per year. The club also provides boating experiences for youth, military families and physically-challenged individuals. There are about 2,000 members of the Mission Bay Yacht Club, which includes 838 families. The organization began at another location in Mission Bay in 1927, according to city records. The City Council will vote on the lease within a month or two.

City Council OKs tougher rules for medical pot dispensaries; PB shops most likely to close BY NEAL PUTNAM | BEACH & BAY PRESS Following a five-hour debate, the City Council voted 5-2 on Monday to pass a medical marijuana ordinance that limits dispensaries to light industrial zones, which means most of the current pot shops in Ocean Beach, Pacific Beach and downtown will have to close. Nearly 500 people attended the City Council session, which was devoted to

the sole topic of a medical marijuana ordinance. The council voted to allow marijuana dispensaries in Mission Valley, Barrio Logan, Southeast San Diego, Otay Mesa and San Ysidro. District 2 City Councilman Todd Gloria made the motion for the ordinance but conceded early in the discussion that the ordinance is “more restrictive that I would care for,” a remark that drew applause. Dispensaries cannot be

within 600 feet of schools, parks, libraries, daycare centers or churches. Gloria changed the 1,000-foot restriction to 600 feet. Dispensaries must have a security system, be open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, obtain a conditional-use permit and be nonprofit. Patients will be allowed to possess a pound of pot if they have a medical marijuana state identification card and are allowed to grow 24 mari-

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Swing into Spring Crews work to pinch off a gas line March 23 after a private construction crew laying sewer pipes along Grand Avenue struck a DON BALCH | Beach & Bay Press two-inch-diameter natural gas conduit.

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Gas-line break prompts evacuations A 500-foot perimeter was cordoned off March 23 and more than a half-dozen businesses were evacuated after a private construction crew inadvertently breached a natural gas line on Grand Avenue. Emergency officials said a caller reported hearing hissing sounds and smelling gas shortly before noon outside a fast-food restaurant, triggering responses by police units and the city’s

Fire-Rescue Department. The construction crew, which was contracted by the city to replace aging sewer pipes, struck a two-inch-diameter gas main, forcing several neighboring streets to be shut down around the area of Grand Avenue, Hornblend, Lamont, Beryl and Felspar streets. According to San Diego Police Department Lt. Andra Brown, gas smells were

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detected as far as Olney Street to the east. Maurice Luque, a spokesman for the Fire-Rescue Department, said between six to eight businesses were evacuated as a precaution. No fires or injuries were reported. Repairs to the broken gas line were completed and the area was reopened shortly after 2:30 p.m. — Staff reports

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1:30 p.m., Girl Scouts from Pacific Beach and La Jolla will meet for an inaugural remembrance and recruitment event in memory of Ashley Heffington. Heffington, 9, who died after a fatal car crash in December. Their car was struck by a man who later admitted to sniffing inhalants. After Heffington’s death, local Girl Scouts collected funds for a picnic table to be placed in her name at Kate Sessions Park. The April 17 event will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony to formally dedicate the picnic table. The Girl Scouts will be joined by Friends of Kate Sessions Park and local contractor John Stojic, who donated his time and skills for the table. For more information, email ashleyheffingtonremembrance@gmail.com.

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Parking-meter overhaul Neighborhood parking districts want to gain greater control over rates, hours BY MANNY LOPEZ | BEACH & BAY PRESS The San Diego City Council adopted an ordinance in March to implement a parking-meter utilization improvement plan, which officials said would provide tools to better manage on-street parking, improve usage of parking meters and facilitate neighborhood input in setting rates. The plan, which could generate nearly $1 million annually for parking and transportation improvements, calls for fluctuating pricing systems, time restrictions and hours of operation to achieve an 85 percent usage rate, which is considered ideal for metered spaces. According to published reports, the current rate is 37 percent. “We’re not here to raise parking meter rates,” said Beth Murray, deputy director in the city’s Planning and Community Investment Department. “The primary purpose of the plan is to provide tools to better manage parking.” Murray said that in a downtown pilot program, average meter rates were reduced to 70 cents and average utilization rates doubled. Under the new ordinance, parking meters can be enforced from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Mondays through Sundays, including holidays. Rates can now vary from 25 cents to $2.50 per hour. A provision allowing the city’s gener-

al fund to be reimbursed for eligible expenses that exceed parking revenues using proceeds generated by the plan was included in the ordinance. Currently, meters generate $7.4 million in income for the city. Meter revenues can usually only be used for parking and traffic related expenses on streets that have them. Additionally, Mayor Jerry Sanders now has discretion in using neighborhood feedback to adjust rates and hours of operation on the city’s more than 5,500 meters, without having to notify the City Council of any changes. About 67 percent of meters are located downtown and 27 percent in the uptown area, which includes the neighborhoods of Hillcrest, Middletown and Mission Hills. Designated community parking districts exist in the downtown, La Jolla, Mid-City, Old Town, Pacific Beach and Uptown communities. Gary Smith, president of the Downtown Residents Group, which promotes quality of life issues in the downtown area, urged the council to approve the measure and said that the organization would be glad to help other districts get up to speed on all the different techniques learned in the downtown area. “As you know from the statistics that you have seen, we have been relatively successful,” Smith said. “We hope we will be even more successful when we

A new parking-meter plan adopted by the City Council this month could generate roughly $1 million annually.

can expand out of the test areas and into a larger area of the city.” District 2 City Councilman Kevin Faulconer said the pilot program was successful downtown because the neighborhood had the local control and lowered their rates, which led to better utilization and more support for the program. “You want that local control and not the bureaucracy at City Hall setting those rates,” said Faulconer, who added that under the plan, the mayor cannot unilaterally set rates without first going

through the local parking districts. District 3 City Councilman Todd Gloria clarified that since the uptown community doesn’t have a functioning parking district advisory board, the neighborhood will not see any adjustments in parking rates until a new parking advisory group is formed to represent the area. Anne Garwood, a resident of Hillcrest, opposed the passage of the plan, stating that Hillcrest is disadvantaged compared to other communities in San Diego that do not have meters. Gar-

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wood said the pilot program was conducted downtown, which she said is very different from Hillcrest. “Give downtown what they want, but take Hillcrest out of the scenario,” Garwood said. “When everybody else has parking meters in similar communities, with similar restaurants and similar shopping as Hillcrest does, then come back to us and change us.” The vote passed 5-2. Councilmembers Sherri Lightner and Carl DeMaio cast the dissenting votes, while Councilwoman Marti Emerald was absent.

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Variety, hard rock and a Latin groove BY BART MENDOZA | BEACH & BAY PRESS NSD Productions continues its newartist showcase concerts at Soundwave on March 31 at 8 p.m. On hand will be a diverse bill of six artists ranging from acoustic guitarists to hard rockers, including Deeper than the Ocean, John Lall, The Barnwell Shift, Orfeus, Dick Justice and Dante’s Boneyard. The latter should get the crowd jumping with wellproduced, energetic songs that compare favorably with the likes of Unwritten Law, albeit with occasional light reggae influences. The Barnwell Shift performs at 7:30 p.m. on

MUSTHEAR Phenomenal performers in their own right, when acoustic guitarists Fred Benedetti and George Svoboda perform as a duo it is truly something special. The pair, which appears at the Pacific Beach/Taylor Branch Library on April 13, has released four albums and has toured the world in their two decades of teaming up, appearing on countless others’ recordings as well.

Whether you prefer classical or flamenco, Latin or Middle Eastern sounds, Benedetti and Svoboda are true masters of the six-string guitar. Fred Benedetti & George Svoboda perform at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 13 at Pacific Beach/Taylor Branch Library, 4275 Cass St. All ages. No cover. hebsduo.com/homeset.html — Bart Mendoza

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Thursday, March 31 at the Wavehouse, 3125 Oceanfront Walk. $10. 21 and up. myspace.com/thebarnwellshift

The Metalliance tour stops in at Brick by Brick on April 4. It features an allstar, seven-band bill which includes Saint Vitus, Crowbar, Kylesa, Red Fang, Howl and Atlas Moth. For hard-rock fans, the event will be all about headliner Helmet. Performing its platinum-selling 1992 album “Meantime” in its entirety, the night’s repertoire won’t be for the faint of heart, but anyone who likes their rock ’n’ roll loud, energetic and in-your-face will consider this one of the year’s first concert highlights.

Helmet headlines the Metalliance tour at Brick by Brick on April 4.

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convert even jaded music listeners into 8 at Café-Bar Europa, 873 Turquoise St. All ages. reverbnation.com/todomundo#! a fan. The Heavy Guilt performs at 10 p.m. on Friday, April 8 at RT’s Longboard, 1466 Garnet Ave. 21 and up. www.reverbnation.com/theheavyguilt

The best value for money concerts in San Diego are promoter and KPRI DJ Cathryn Beeks’ bi-monthly Acoustic Alliance shows. Taking place next at Brick by Brick on Monday, April 10, the bill features artists performing acoustic in a round-robin setting. This month, the lineup includes Scott West, Celia St. Croix, David Holtz and Todd A, plus an additional eight performers. Also playing before, in between and after the main sets will be Lenny Morris Music, Sister Speak and Kevin Martin. For fans of the singer-songwriter genre or just someone who wants a large dose of up-and-coming artists in one go, this is an unbeatable show.

There are many bands in town that Helmet performs at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 4 can provide a decent groove, but few at Brick by Brick, 1130 Buenos Ave. 21 and up. have the drive and rhythm of Todo Mundo, which performs at Café Bar $30. helmetmusic.com Europa on April 8. Led by Santiago OrozThe Heavy Guilt is one of the most co, a native of Colombia, with an everpromising bands on the local circuit changing crew of backing musicians, today. Rising from the ashes of the the band is eclectic and fun. Mixing much-missed K23 Orchestra, it features samba, rumba, reggae and other South both keyboardist Josh Rice and brilliant American and Caribbean styles, Todo percussionist Alfred Howard. And the Mundo provides an irresistible beat, new combo delivers. Whether you like focusing on music that’s meant to stimjam band interplay, soulful vocals, ulate the heart, soul and especially the Acoustic Alliance takes place at 6:30 p.m. on Monsinger-songwriter angst or even a bit of dance floor. day, April 10 at Brick by Brick, 1130 Buenos Ave. 21 rock ’n’ roll, the seven-piece combo perand up. $8. listenlocalsd.com/AA.html Todo Mundo performs at 10 p.m. on Friday, April forms an intense set that will quickly

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NAME: Michael Sheffield RESIDENCE: Pacific Beach HIS STORY: Michael Sheffield recently moved to Pacific Beach from Ramona in search of more opportunities for his artistic endeavors. Sheffield is currently fine-tuning his songs and sound and has found a nice spot along the boardwalk to play for passersby. He describes his style as folk-punk with soul and blues mixed in. He primarily plays guitar and sings on his own, but he hopes to join a band someday. Sheffield also tinkers with visual art, which he sometimes displays as he plays. “When I’m not working, I’m doing my music and I’m doing my art, because that’s my passion and it’s a release. It allows me to speak my mind through my music and my art. I like that there is a vast and diverse amount of people I can share my music with (along the boardwalk). It’s cool to watch people give me high-fives while I’m playing … but (they) acknowledge what I’m doing out here for fun. The beach atmosphere is amazing. The beach is my serenity place. It’s relaxing and soothing. Hopefully, one day, I’ll get into a band. But right now, I’m just focusing on my songs. Some musicians I know have told me, ‘If you create the vibe you want, other people will come eventually.’” — Lee Cornell

REMEMBERWHEN BY JOHN FRY TURNS OUT it was the Marine Corps’ 215th birthday when I took this picture on Nov. 10, 1990. I wanted a shot of the Shell Station on the southeast corner of Mission Boulevard and Grand Avenue before it was torn down to make way for Ralph’s supermarket. I just noticed that I also got a picture of The Spice Rack, on the opposing corner. I can think of no other establishment whose name brings back such

fond memories to beach folk. “Remember the sweet rolls they brought out in a basket?” they say. “Remember the bird cage?” ROBERTO GUERRERO has been an employee of the La Jolla Car Wash, 891 Turquoise St., for nearly 20 years. He’s now the manager, and tells me people keep asking him, “What was here BEFORE the car wash?” I hope somebody knows, ‘cause I don’t. — John Fry may be reached at (858) 272-6655 or by e-mail at mail@johnfry.com.

KICKIN’ IT The Scholastic Surf Series (SSS) held a San Diego Division 3 High School surfing competition on March 19 at San Fernando Place in Mission Beach. Eight high school teams of boys and girls competed in short, long and bodyboard events in the challenging three- to five-foot DON BALCH | Beach & Bay Press surf. Here, Jason Schechter blasts his longboard off a wave top during a winning performance.

When customer service counts, this is the place What’s in the Air, Bud? By KEVIN DI CICCO n today’s economy, customer service is nine-tenths of the game. If you’ve got it — and it’s good — you’ll keep ’em coming back for more. And we’ve got some great customer service right here in Pacific Beach. About six months ago, I took my laptop into the Computer and Ink store on Garnet Avenue. They were having a tune-up special and I took advantage of it. I was ready to write Buddy’s true-life story and go after some of the best-sellers in the New York publishing world like “Marley & Me.” Knowing I was about to embark on a monumental project, I wanted to have the latest technology to guide me through. There, I was pleasantly surprised to meet the owner, a young entrepreneur by the name of Rocky Lawton. He cleaned up my laptop and tuned it up

with a quick turnaround time — and was friendly and courteous to boot. Rocky has great customer service. As we got to know each other, he was impressed to know that I was the creator of Air Bud. He was all of 12 when the film first came out. I had originally inquired about tuning up my PC. It was a sturdy Dell home business computer, but it was six years old. Seeing how technology moves so quick these days, Rocky suggested I buy a new computer. I thought it sounded like a novel idea. I left the store and went to call Dell to order a new one. I custom ordered my new system, but was surprised that it would take three weeks to deliver. Then I thought I would ask Rocky’s advice. He seemed to be on the cutting edge when it came to computers, so I gave him a call. He told me that he could build me a custom computer that would be far superior and yet less expensive. I would recommend anyone to employ his services for their computer needs. And true to his word, he built me the Ferrari of computers in just two days. His UCSD education has served him well. It had all the bells and whistles for a writer

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Rocky Lawton, owner of Computer and Ink on Garnet Avenue, gets some high praise for his customer service skills. Courtesy photo by Kevin Di Cicco

like me. And now, as our book proposal is poised to make a big splash in the global literary world, I have Rocky and his great customer service to thank. He told me, “Helping people is my greatest reward.” It’s nice to know we have so many wonderful, helpful and diligent people right here in our beautiful seaside town — our beloved Pacific Beach.

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the lifeguard union and expressed concern over the possibility of lifeguards facing more budget cuts. The budget for the Fire-Rescue Department is set to be discussed by the City Council on May 4 at 2 p.m. “We’re having a hard time keeping up with training and adequate staffing,” Harris said. “We’ve had some close calls and we want to continue a high level of service. We are asking the public, especially the beach community to come out on May 4 and support the lifeguards. Come down and let the council know that lifeguarding is important. The beaches are dangerous and we make them safe. (We) enforce the regulations, enforce the laws and make sure everybody who comes to the beach goes home at the end of the day. We’re concerned that a busy spring could put us over the edge.” Capt. Al Guaderrama of the San Diego Police Department’s Northern Division notified PBTC members that his team has written several citations for illegal activities conducted in the vicinity of the Pacific Beach/Taylor Branch Library, Rose Creek and Kate Sessions Park. Guaderrama was asked to look into these areas at a previous PBTC meeting. Police Sgt. Rick Schnell, who leads the city’s Homeless Outreach Team, told PBTC members that his team’s goal is to get people off the street through rehabilitation. Chronic offenders can have

sentences reduced for getting treatment for substance and alcohol abuse, among other incentives to get clean. To alert the police department of illegal homeless activity, call (619) 531-2000. The fourth annual PBTC Graffiti Clean-Up is set for April 2 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome and organizers will provide materials and training for volunteers. Participants will meet at the Pacific Beach Presbyterian Church at 1675 Garnet St. For more information, visit pbtowncouncil.org. The Pacific Beach Woman’s Club is holding a wine-tasting fundraiser May 14 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the organization’s clubhouse, located at 1721 Hornblend Ave. Tickets are $10 and participants must bring two bottles of wine for auction. For more information, call Georgie at (858) 274-9106. The Community Christian Service Agency is holding its seventh annual Hunger Walk on April 9 at 8 a.m. For more information, visit www.ccsasandiego.org/hungerwalk.html A silent auction supporting Kate Sessions Elementary School is set for April 29. Email katesessionselementary@gmail.com for more info. Neighborhood prosecutor Terri Winbush is encouraging residents to follow through with reports of illegal activities. She said willing witnesses can often be the difference in making a crime stick in court.

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SUMMER CAMPS Affordable, Summer Fun with Mission Valley YMCA! With over 100 camps at two convenient locations, we have anything and everything you're looking for this summer! Choose from Mountaineering, Video Game Design, Surf, Sports, and much more. Our

camps feature outstanding staff, Before and After Care (included with most camps), and ACA accreditation.

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Sign-up for Summer Day Camp at one of Mission Valley YMCA's convenient locations: Friars Rd facility (5505 Friars Rd) in Mission Valley or Toby Wells YMCA (5105 Overland Ave) in Kearny Mesa. For more information, visit our website: www.missionvalley.ymca.org or call 619-298-3576 for more information.

Registration for the 2011 summer season is live! Save $50 when you register by March 15 with our Early Bird Special at www.internaldrive.com/register/summer-camp-savings-and-computer-camppromotions. iD Tech Camps (the world's #1 technology camp), iD Gaming Academy, iD Visual Arts Academy and iD Programming Academy offer technology programs for ages 7-18 at 60 prestigious universities in the U.S. Visit www.internalDrive.com or call 1-888-709-TECH(8324) to register or learn more. Follow on Facebook at www.facebook.com/idtechcamps?ref= name#/pages/Campbell-CA/iD-TechCamps/42912006498 and Twitter at www.twitter.com/idtechcamps.

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Le Tour du Monde Summer Camp 2011 June 27–July 29 • Ages 3-5 & 6-12 • 9am–4pm

an Diego French-American School (SDFAS) provides a head start in the immersion experience by introducing children to a new language. SDFAS offers a program that promotes and maintains language acquisition during the summer to children ages three to 13. With different themes every week Pre-school: Fairy Tale, “Graine d’Artiste”, Weebot World, Ia Ora Na! Summer Vacation in Tahiti/ Playball …, K-8th: Mad Sciences, Engineering Fundamentals, French Camps, Circus, Get a Grip Dance, Sewing, Craft around the worlds, Sports and Arts Around the World, Fencing, Surf, Chinese Camp. Children are involved in a large variety of fun-filled activities that are conducted in either French/English, Spanish or Chinese, depending on the activity. Camp open to the public. Minimum day (9-12) or full day camp (9-4pm) available. Extended daycare available 8:30 am until 5 pm. June 27th to July 29th, no camp on July 4th. Starting price $300 for full time week camp. Early bird discount (until April 30) on full time week only $15 off.

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San Diego French-American School (SDFAS) provides a head start in the immersion experience by introducing children to a new language. SDFAS offers a program that promotes and maintains language acquisition during the summer to children ages three to 13. With different themes every week (Pre-school: Fairy Tale, “Graine d’Artiste”, Weebot World, Ia Ora Na! Summer Vacation in Tahiti/ Playball …K-8th: Mad Sciences, Engineering Fundamentals, French Camps, Circus, Get a Grip Dance, Sewing, Craft around the worlds, Sports and Arts Around the World, Fencing, Surf, Chinese Camp...), children are involved in a large variety of fun-filled activities that are conducted in either French/English, Spanish or Chinese, depending on the activity. Camp open to the public. Minimum day (9-12) or full day camp (9-4pm) available. Extended day care available 8:30 am until 5 pm. June 27th to July 29th, no caLemp on July 4th. Starting price $300 for full time week camp. Early bird discount (until April 30) on full time week only $15 off. For more information call 858-4562807 or go to our website at www.sdfrenchschoo.org or email us at summercamp@sdfrenchschool.org.

Surf Diva Surf School Is Recognized World-Wide Surf Diva Surf School is recognized world-wide and offers surfing & standup paddleboard (SUP) lessons year-round for men and women, boys and girls. Surf Diva owns and operates LA JOLLA SURF CAMP (ages 5-10) and AUSTRALIAN SURF ACADEMY (ages 11-17), both day camps offered for Spring sessions (March to April) and Summer sessions (June to September) for boys and girls at La Jolla Shores. Our expert and patient surf instructors are certified in CPR, First-Aid and Lifesav-ing. The instructors instill laughter with themed activities daily to offer a fun and safe environment for kids to learn beach safety, ocean awareness and surfing etiquette. Visits to the tide pools help them to understand and appreciate the sea life around them. Our camps also focus on building inner self confidence as well as learning to respect the environment. Whether your child is a beginner or has some surfing experience, the small groups allow our surf instructors to provide your child with proper coaching. For information call 858-454-8273 Surf Diva Surf School & Surf Shop 2160 Avenida de la Playa, La Jolla

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SUMMER CAMPS Fun-Friendly-Professional-Educational. Discover the excitement and adventure of the ocean as you learn to surf with San Diego Surf School. Offered as half day and full day week long camps, surfers will learn the fundamentals of surfing, ocean currents, and water safety. We guarantee safety and personalized instruction with small class sizes, and 3:1 surfer to instructor ratios. The results will be amazing, as you cheer on your surfer riding the waves of San Diego. Starting June 6th, classes include surfboards, wet suits, snacks, pictures, t-shirts, certificate, Pizza Friday and awards! Call for a free brochure and ask about our 2011 Summer Specials plus many other programs. Hurry, space is limited! For more information call us at 858-205-7683 or go to our website at: www.SanDiegoSurfingSchool.com You can also email us for more information at: sandiegosurfschool@gmail.com

Playtime at Claytime Claytime Ceramics Camps offer a good balance of indoor and outdoor activities. Children begin their day with a walk by the tidepools (one block away from the studio), followed by warmup exercises at the studio. On Mondays and Wednesdays we work on ceramic painting projects in which children learn ceramic painting techniques (color blending and use of puffy paints). On Tuesdays and Thursdays the kids work on mosaic projects. Children create their own patterns, learn to apply adhesive and grout their own pieces. On Fridays we include fabric painting or sketching or tie-dying t-shirts. And the week ends with an ice cream party in which the kids get to use the ice cream bowls they painted on Monday. All supplies are included. For reservations call 619-223-6050

Sign up for La Jolla YMCA Summer Camp The La Jolla YMCA offers day camps all summer long beginning June 14 through September 2. Day camps range from a variety of choices and for all ages. There are more than 100 camps to choose from, including ice-skating, gymnastics, swim lessons, field trips to amusement parks and much more. Kids will learn, grow and thrive making lasting friendships and memories. Camps fill up fast so please sign up as soon as possible. To ensure that every child and teen has the chance to go to camp, the Y offers financial assistance to those in need. Also, it’s not too late to sign up for our spring camps beginning April 4 through April 8. To register to either spring or summer camps, please visit lajolla.ymca.org or call (858) 453-3483 for more information.

Ocean Experience Surf & Skate Camp Ocean Experience offers boys and girls age 6 to 16 the most comprehensive surf and skate camps available. Since our first session in 1990, we have maintained the highest standards of instructional integrity, safety and supervision. Ocean Experience develops skills and confidence while empowering students to surf and skateboard for life. Campers spend the week in small groups with professional coaches, teachers and athletes receiving individual attention and instruction. Our staff/student ratio of 1:4 ensures safety and security allowing students to progress at their own rate and comfort level. Students will learn all fundamental skills, history, safety and etiquette while gaining respect for the coastal environment. Friday afternoon BBQ and awards provide a unique closure to a week of exciting events and accomplishments. Our goal is for each camper to have a meaningful and memorable Ocean Experience. 619-225-0674

Junior Theatre Join Junior Theatre this summer and experience the wonderful world of the Performing Arts, where campers will take classes in acting, dance, & singing. Traditional, Performance & Advanced camps available in Balboa Park. Junior Theatre also provides K-3 camps in La Jolla. Camps run June 13- Sep 2. For a list of camp dates, descriptions & pricing visit JuniorTheatre.com. Register early, as our camps fill quickly. San Diego Junior Theatre JuniorTheatre.com 619-239-1311

Young Women’s Leadership Program (YWLP) July 18-22, 2011. Ranked #3 worldwide in the 2010 Financial Times Survey of Executive Education, the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) is pleased to offer YWLP this summer, July 18-22, 2011. CCL is seeking bright, motivated young women from across San Diego County who want to develop and refine their leadership skills. Designed for a diverse group of girls in their junior and senior year of high school, the program offers leadership training through five days of classroom learning around core values, personality differences, communication, project-planning, and career choices. Participants will have the opportunity to apply the skills they’ve learned by working in teams on community projects in partnership with area nonprofits. The program culminates with a graduation ceremony on August 24, 2011. Apply by April 18 to receive a $50 tuition reduction. Visit www.ccl.org/youngwomenlead or contact us at youngwomenlead@ccl.org or858.638.8015.

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Despite having to wake up at 3:30 a.m. to get ready for work, Bethany Passmore consistently delivers service with a smile to her loyal customers at Better Buzz Coffee. This experienced barista, who is also the manager of the store, routinely converses with her customers, many of whom she gets to know on a first-name basis. She says remembering people’s names and drink preferences takes practice and that having fun in her spare time helps keep her cheerful at work. An assortment of topping awaits frozen-yogurt fanatics at Yogurt on the Rocks on Garnet Avenue.

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I’m 30 and living in PB! BY RACHEL HUTMAN Beach towns usually have a plethora of frozen-yogurt spots — and Pacific Beach is no exception. With so many options, it’s hard to know which one to hit when your sweet-tooth craving hits. Due to my pregnancy, this sweettooth craving has been hitting frequently (which could be defined as nightly) and I’ve dragged my husband into every frozen-yogurt shop Pacific Beach has. One result, in addition to my growing waistline, is the vast knowledge that I have acquired regarding frozen yogurt in PB. Yogurt on the Rocks on Garnet Avenue is not your grandmother’s frozen-yogurt stand, and thank goodness for it. It’s sexy and styled, making you immediately want to relax and stay awhile. There is an LCD TV mounted on the wall and a photo

booth in the corner. The outside patio welcomes pets and has comfy chairs and tables. The best part is taste-testing the multitude of flavors and serving yourself, not to mention the vast array of toppings to choose from — anything from fresh fruit to kid’s cereal to candy is on the menu. “I really liked how many toppings there were,” said Dianne Garcia after grabbing a yogurt with family. None of this is by accident. Owner Jeff Wormington, 28, followed his wife’s advice to create a frozen-yogurt shop with a Starbuck’s feel. Wormington is an 11-year resident of Pacific Beach and is passionate about giving back to the community. Yogurt on the Rocks routinely donates to local charities, so you can feel good about giving it your business. The shop is not franchised and Wormington is usually there asking guests how they enjoyed the yogurt or what new flavors they would like to see. Wormington and his wife picked the yogurt brand and flavors after extensive taste testing. The flavors are clean and delicious — a result of their

research. The current flavors are blueberry acai tart, original tart, coconut cream pie, cake batter, cookies and cream, Irish mint, red velvet, vanilla, chocolate, cappuccino, dolce de leche, pink-lemonade sorbet (one sorbet), marshmallow, and PB berry (made in-house). They always provide one sorbet and one no-sugar-added option. Wormington currently changes the flavors based on popularity but he’s always up for suggestions. Yogurt on the Rocks is a great spot for all ages to enjoy, noted Wormington. “During the day, we have a lot of kids stop by after school. Toward the evening, it changes to twenty-somethings and early thirties — couples and groups of friends grabbing a yogurt before going home to watch a movie.” Wormington has future plans for an acai bowl because of frequent customer requests. He also promises more toppings and flavors to come this summer, but don’t wait that long to hit up this soon-to-be PB gem!

“Customer service is the biggest deal here at Better Buzz and that’s just something that I feel is important. So I just do everything and anything to make sure the customers are satisfied. From the moment they walk in my door or pull into my drive-through, I have three minutes with them to make their day and I would rather not break it. “So that’s why I just go above and beyond. I try to live life as happy as possible and do things that make me happy outside of work. I live in the greatest city ever…so I can’t really complain. I try to really associate their names with someone else in my life so it just pops up. Drinks are a lot easier for me to remember. When it comes to names, I just get to know them on a personal level.” — Lee Cornell

People in the news Kate Sessions sends thanks, comfort to troops Students and families from Kate Sessions Elementary School organized a collection drop-off event on March 21 to thank U.S. sailors and Marines -- many of whom are Kate Sessions parents assisting Japan in the earthquake recovery efforts. Kate Sessions is made up of about 60 percent military children, according to school officials. Many of the Pacific Beachbased students have mothers or fathers away on deployments and are currently serving the people of Japan through a humanitarian effort now called "Operation Tomadachi." The school strives to teach students to think globally and to develop the intellectu-

al, personal and social skills to live, learn and work in a rapidly globalizing world. School officials said the students themselves identified the need to recognize servicemembers. Students drew and wrote “thank you” cards to sailors and Marines and collected comforts of home such as non-perishable snacks and goodies. “Sessions students are students who see beyond their classroom, their school, their neighborhood and want to thank the parents of their classmates as they embark on humanitarian efforts to aid Japan,” said Principal Susan DeVicariis. “Our students are compassionate, tolerant and caring and this is how they want to show it. We have children here at Sessions who are watching their Navy and Marine moms and dads on the news and this is their reality. They want to help. It gives me such hope for these children and for our future” For more information, call (858) 273-3111. — Staff report

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April Relay For Life Automobile and Bike Show in Old Town April 3 Fiesta de Reyes and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park are hosting an automobile

and bike show with all proceeds going to the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life campaign. Set for Sunday, April 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the state park’s central plaza, the show will feature exotic and low-rider cars and custom show bikes from a variety of clubs

throughout Southern California and Baja. “Now in its second year, this exclusive car and bike show will once again transform the historic streets of Old Town,” said Toni Royal, volunteer with the Relay for Life Chula Vista chapter. “The event will feature over 85 classic

automobiles and prominent motorcycles from all over the area. With such an amazing lineup, attendees will be astonished by all the creativity and excitement that afternoon.” Free parking for visitors to the car and bike show will be available at the CalTrans offices along Juan Street in Old Town San Diego. For more information, call 619-2973100 ext. 22.

The event is sponsored by Fiesta de Reyes, located in the northeast section of Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. The plaza is comprised of two restaurants, Barra Barra Saloon and Casa de Reyes as well as 18 specialty shops, ranging from sweet delectables and specialty foods, to handmade gifts, artwork, home décor and children’s toys. For more information about Fiesta de Reyes, visit: fiestadereyes.com

The Old Town Relay For Life Car Show will be held Sunday, April 3 and will feature more than 85 different types of automobiles and bikes.

Historic Hat & Bonnet Contest at Old Town’s Ladies Day An exciting and creative addition to Old Town’s Ladies Day, the “Historic Hat and Bonnet Contest” will take place in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park on Saturday, April 9, at 2 p.m. All styles of hats, bonnets and caps will be judged as long as they are consistent with the

styles worn during Old Town’s interpretive period of 1821 through 1872. Contestants will be judged on historical accuracy, use of historic materials, creativity and overall appearance. For more information, contact Becky Green at 619-251-3447 or Deanna Turton at 619222-0047. Free parking is available in the CalTrans headquarters on Taylor Street, one block from the event site.

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SeaWorld launches essay contest for kids To foster greater understanding of The essay contest began March 22 and May 3. For more details, visit the marine world, SeaWorld San Diego runs through May 3. www.seaworldturtleessay.com. is inviting third- and fourth-grade stuAll entries must be postmarked by – Staff report dents in Southern California elementary schools to participate in its Sea Turtle Essay Contest. The essay must convey the importance of sea turtles both in their habitat and to humans, and ways that students can help save sea turtles. SeaWorld San Diego will open Turtle Reef this summer. The new attraction will highlight up to 60 threatened or endangered sea turtles and will illustrate how trash and pollution can affect the species. Students and guests will be able to track sea turtles in the wild as part of the attraction’s Turtlelink interactive touch-screen map. Each class can submit an essay, Don Brown which will be judged on content, accuSenior Mortgage Loan Officer President’s Club racy, originality and enthusiasm. The winning classroom will receive a VIP Tel: 619.908.3407 Cell: 858.245.1250 Fax: 866.794.6970 student experience at SeaWorld San Diego and other prizes. The VIP experidon.brown@bankofamerica.com ence will include a behind-the-scenes CAO-919-01-01 look at the park’s animal-care area and 9095 Rio San Diego Dr Ste 100, San Diego, Ca 92108 the animal rescue program. Runnerup classrooms will receive a SeaWorld Equal Housing Lender educational assembly at their school.

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Bentley Systems, Inc. has graciously donat- The Mission Bay High School Principal Coffee ed an Orion Starblast 6/6i telescope to Mis- will be Thursday, March 31 in library 8 a.m. sion Bay High School. The donation was made by Jeff Martin, Sr., training materials specialist at Bentley Systems. The telescope was purchased from Oceanside Photo and Telescope and will be housed in the library to be used by science classes, clubs and others wanting to learn more about astronomy. On Thursday, March 31 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Petco Park, 30 students from Pacific Beach Middle School and their physical education teachers, Dennis Gildehaus and Karla Martinez, will demonstrate quality physical education activities and examples of the other components of comprehensive school physical activity (CSPAP) program at the “Let's Move in School Showcase.” AAHPERD President Vicki Worrell and VIPs — including former Chargers quarterback Drew Brees, former Padre Dave Winfield, Olympic track

Mission Bay High will be rolling out the red carpet for the Pacific Beach Middle School eighth-graders on Friday, April 1. The 8th grade articulation event will run from 9 to 11 a.m. with students meeting faculty, visiting classrooms, learning about clubs and getting a feel for all the great opportunities that await them at Mission Bay High next year. On Monday, April 11 from 8 to 10:30 a.m.,

Pacific Beach Middle School will host a school tour beginning in the media center/library. If you want to learn more about the International Baccalaureate Program at PBMS and all the exciting opportunities for your incoming middle schooler, join "a day in the life" of a PBMS student. You will meet administrators, learn about IB, meet teachers and see students in action in class.

Your student is also welcome to attend this informative tour. The International Baccalaureate Ambassador and the Kate Sessions Elementary Student Council are launching a tsunami relief fundraiser to help other kids. They would like students to donate a portion of their allowance toward the relief effort. All donations will be transferred to the Red Cross, specifically for the Japanese earthquake/tsunami victims. To make donations, contact katesessionselementary@gmail.com.

Kate Sessions Family Science Night is Thursday, April 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m., and is sponsored by the Rueben H. Fleet Science Center.

Friends of Pacific Beach Elementary (PTO) invites parents to its monthly meeting on April 13 at 5:30 p.m. This month, members will be hosting a potluck. The focus of this meeting will be the election of officers, directors and chairpeople for the 2011-12 school year. – Jennifer Tandy

Mission Bay High School students take part in the Mossy Ford "test drive" fundraising event at the high school on March 23. Thousands of dollars were donated to the school by Mossy Ford and the students raised hundreds of dollars for their individual clubs at this unique fundraiser. Courtesy photo by Pam Dietz

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Still, that’s only part of the strongarmed event that will involve 3,400 oarsmen in a variety of divisions, including junior and masters athletes. A total of 90 races, some across seven lanes, will begin at the Ingraham Street Bridge and finish at Crown Point Shores. The Huskies from the University of Washington elected not to stage a rematch here but have sent down the nation’s third-ranked women’s team. California coach Mike Teti, a longtime fixture at the national level, said he has four oarsmen back from the boat that upset Washington in the 2010 season finale. The Bears raced five eights in last year’s classic — one varsity, two junior varsity, two open eights and one freshman boat — and captured four firstplace finishes in the grand finals. Opposing Washington for the women’s Jessop-Whittier Cup will be Cal Berkeley, Stanford, USC, UCLA, Wisconsin, Washington State, Iowa, Oregon State, Purdue, Oklahoma and the University of San Diego. Stanford and Wisconsin were ranked fourth and eighth nationally last year. Martha Shumaker, executive director of the San Diego Crew Classic, admitted that Mission Bay’s wind-churned

BY JOHNY MCDONALD | BEACH & BAY PRESS

Women crews power around the 2,000-meter course along Mission Bay. PAUL HANSEN | Beach & Bay Press

water can be challenging and is why the featured events begin so early. “Crews are used to still, smooth surfaces, but teams have grown to appreciate the importance of competing in our event,” Shumaker said. “An ideal course is completely flat water, no wind, not tidal and where the bottom is the same depth. “Transportation can be costly (between $10,000 to $12,000), so some of the teams charter boats. Others, like Oklahoma, will send a trailer out. We offer some incentive for them to come.” She said the universities enter because

the Crew Classic has gained respect. “We used to say it didn’t count for anything but bragging rights, Shumaker said. “But no more.” The Intercollegiate Rowing Association (IRA) determines who to invite to the Crew Classic. Ticket prices are $7 each day. Admission is free for active-duty military with ID and children under age 13. Parking is $10 per car at Crown Point Shores but free at Ski Beach (off Ingraham Street and across from the entrance to Paradise Point Resort). There is also free shuttle service to the regatta.

REGATTA FACTS • The Crew Classic will be streamed live to 80 countries and videotaped for broadcast on ESPNU • A new trophy, named for one-time San Diego State University crew coach Del Beekley, will be presented to the winner of the 43-49 age rowers • Cal Berkeley has won 16 IRA national titles • The master level (over age 21) is the fastest-growing segment of the sport • The event includes music, a trade show and alumni tents • Rowing is the oldest collegiate sport in the U.S., starting with the Yale-Harvard competition in 1852.

A San Francisco writer once described Mike Teti as the most misunderstood man in crew racing. “I don’t know how that can be,” laughed the UC Berkeley coach, one of the most winning coaches in the water sport. “But I guess I’m pretty direct. Maybe its because of my opinions.” He will frankly tell you Cal’s season might be a “work in progress” after losing four of his strong oarsmen through graduation. Opposing coaches may be skeptical, however, and regard Teti’s statement as camouflage. “Hopefully, we’ll get there by the end of the year as the additions improve,” he said. “I don’t think we are where we were last year. As my mom would say, ‘Some people need a little more love.’” Cal’s skipper has only positive things to say about the San Diego Crew Classic, where his “rebuilt” featured eight will face eight rivals at Mission Bay on April 2 and 3. “Honestly, it’s just a great event,” he said. “The way they take care of the athletes. Always great weather. We look forward to going there every year. As long as I’m the coach, we’ll come every year.” Crew strength may have swung to the West Coast with Washington, Stanford and his Cal Berkeley team, but he says these things run in cycles, and he expects the eastern colleges to be challenging again. Teti is a 12-time national team member and a three-time Olympian. From 1977 to 1993, he won 24 national titles, a silver medal at the 1979 Pan American Games in the four, and bronze and gold medals in the eight at the world championships. He is a longtime coaching fixture at the national level, serving on the U.S. staff at the World Championships and Olympic Games regularly since 1996. He coached the U.S. men’s eight to nine world championship medals during that time period, including four gold medals in 1997, 1998, 1999 and 2005. So he knows the drill. When asked about the number of medals he’s won, he answers: “Who knows? It’s the memories that count. Rowing has been good to me and I’ve met a lot of close friends. I like the associations and camaraderie. There are two medals at home for which he can’t claim. His wife, then Kay Worthington, a world-class rower, won two gold medals in the women’s four and eight at the 1992 Barcelona, Spain Olympic Games.

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