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A Red Tail’s Tale WWII Tuskegee Airman Mitch Higginbotham recalls his days serving on the nation’s ﬁ rst all-black aerial combat unit

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WWII Tuskegee Airman Mitch Higginbotham reminisces at his Dana Point home about his days spent as a “Red Tail.” Photo by Christina Scannapiego www.danapointtimes.com Brio Tuscany Grille The Melting Pot Bring in the New Year in style with the ﬁ nest in food, dancing and live entertainment. Dinner, Entertainment and Dancing. Join us for a four-course dinner, champagne toast and Dress to impress!! Regular menu from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and the gala party starts at 8:30 p.m. tableside entertainment for only $49.50 per person. Teen and child pricing available. Head Reservations is a must. Call 949.443.1476. over to our bar for live music and dancing from 10 p.m.-1 a.m.

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Sundried Tomato Stella’s Serious Italian Sundried Tomato - an American Bistro will be offering a three-course $50 menu as well as Celebrate New Year’s at Stella’s. Chef Marco has created a tantalizing four-course menu, an ala carte menu. Entree choices include rack of lamb, grilled stuffed jumbo shrimp and choose from fi ve delicious entrees. Entertaining will be Sax Appeal, featuring Gary King, fi let mignon just to mention a few. Dancing and DJ from 10 p.m.-close. Champagne toast at OC’s fi nest sax player. We will be serving our bar menu all evening in the lounge. midnight. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., three-course dinner from $55. Seating from 6 p.m., four-course dinner $75-$85. More info and menu on our website at www.stellasitalian.com. 821 Via Suerte, San Clemente. Located in Talega. Call for reservations 949.388.5757. www.sundriedtomatocafe.com 17 Monarch Bay Plaza, Monarch Beach, 949.234.1679

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The Coach House Concert Hall Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot Rock’n New Year’s Eve at The Coach House featuring The Tubes. The Tubes are a San Ring in the New Year early at Sarducci’s! Besides our regular menu, we will be serving two Francisco-based rock band, with hits such as “White Punks on Dope, “Don’t Want to Wait specials; Filet and Crab Stuffed Shrimp for $36.95 and Stuffed Jumbo Tiger Shrimp for Anymore”, and a number 10 (USA) hit “She’s a Beauty.” Doors open at 6 p.m. and concert $22.95. Come eat before you party! Dinner hours from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. New Year’s Eve. starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com 26701 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.9593, www.capistranodepot.com Eye on DP City and Business Calendar Friday, December 24 Tuesday, December 28 Friday, December 31 LOCAL NEWS & IN-DEPTH REPORTING City Hall Offices Closed through Ocean Water Quality Subcommit- New Year’s Eve Dinner Dance January 2, 2011 City Hall offices located tee Canceled 3 p.m. City Hall Council 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Celebrate New Year’s at 33282, Golden Lantern will be closed Chambers, 33282 Golden Lantern, Eve on New York time. The City of Dana for the holidays. Regular operations will 949.248.3597, www.danapoint.org. The Point and the Dana Point Senior Center resume on January 3, 2011. For more next meeting is scheduled for January, hosts a New Year’s Eve dinner and dance. information, log on to the city website at 25, 2011. Food will be provided by the Jolly Roger www.danapoint.org. Restaurant and live music by Pete Jacobs Wednesday, December 29 War Time Radio Orchestra. Tickets are Monday, December 27 $15 per person or $25 per couple and Senior Bingo must be purchased by December 27. DP Senior Bingo 12:15 p.m.-12:45 Dana Point Commu- Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Dana Point 12:15 p.m.-12:45 Dana Point Commu- nity/Senior Center, 34052 Del Obispo Del Obispo Street, 949.248.3536, www. nity/Senior Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street, 949.248.3536, www.danapoint. danapoint.org. Street, 949.248.3536, www.danapoint. org. org.

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Regulators earlier this month said the plant on the following committees: Banking and is sold and place stickers on alcohol multi- 1 …More School Days? was improving in those areas. Finance, Budget, Budget Sub 5 – Public packs. The stickers contain messages about Safety, PERSS and Revenue and Taxation. preventing alcoholic beverages from reaching WHAT’S NEXT: The plant has a new chief, the hands of area youth and create a visual THE LATEST: Two days of instruction have too, in Pete Dietrich, who was brought in FIND OUT MORE: www.assembly.ca.gov/har- reminder to purchasers that it is illegal to been restored in the 2010-2011 school weeks ago. key provide alcohol to anyone under the legal calendar, Capistrano Unified School District “We reported to regulators concrete —JV drinking age and that you have to be 21 years Superintendent Joe Farley announced. progress improving plant performance in old to purchase alcohol. The days were to be non-working furlough areas where we have not matched industry days for district employees, but were restored standards,” said Southern California Edison …Mudslide Closes WHAT’S NEXT: The Community Alliance according to negotiated agreements with 4 Chief Nuclear Officer Pete Dietrich. “But we Network is offering free educational presen- employee associations as the district gained Coast Highway? still have work to do.” tations on marketing strategies and tactics money from the federal government. used by the alcohol industry to promote The reinstated days will be Thursday, THE LATEST: A small mudslide was reported FIND OUT MORE: See www.sce.com/songs alcohol use by youth. Presentations are avail- February 17 and Friday, May 27. on the stretch of Coast Highway between —JV able to community- and faith-based groups, Palisades Drive and Camino Capistrano in after-school programs, high schools, middle WHAT’S NEXT: District officials urged parents Capistrano Beach on Monday, December 20. schools, parent education programs and to support this calendar change by making Mud and debris slid down the bluff face and more. sure students attend school on both of the 3 …Harkey Appointed on to the highway. Presentations are aimed at increasing reinstated days—originally scheduled around According to Dana Point Director of Public to Appropriations knowledge of the techniques advertisers use President’s Day and Memorial Day. Works Brad Fowler, the slide was reported at to get the attention of youth, marketing tactics Any financial gains are temporary, though: Leadership Role? around 6 a.m. and the cleanup required the used to promote alcohol use by youth, new The district is facing an anticipated budget closure of the northbound lane until 9:15 a.m. alcoholic products that target youth and other shortfall of more than $20 million in coming THE LATEST: Assemblywoman Diane Harkey, Another smaller slide was discovered issues related to underage drinking. years. who represents Dana Point, will serve as around noon the same day, but the K-rail suc-

Vice-Chair of the powerful Assembly Appro- cessfully contained the material preventing it FIND OUT MORE: For more information or FIND OUT MORE: See the Beyond the Black- priations Committee. The announcements from reaching the roadway. to schedule a presentation for your group, board blog at www.sanclementetimes.com come as Assembly Speaker John A. Pérez contact Terah Glass at 949.595.2288 extension —JV announced his legislative committee chair WHAT’S NEXT: “The city will continue to 318, or via email at [email protected]. and vice chair appointments. monitor the roadway hourly to make sure —AS …Improvements “Diane Harkey is one of the taxpayer’s that it remains clear of debris during this 2 best friends at the State Capitol,” said As- storm period,” said Fowler. “With this con- at SONGS? sembly Republican Leader Connie Conway. centration of rain and the supersaturation it is On the Bubble “With laser-like focus, she has worked expected to cause, it wouldn’t be surprising Other topics making news this week THE LATEST: The safety culture at San Onofre tirelessly to eliminate wasteful and inefficient to see some additional slide activity.” Nuclear Generating Station is improving, of- state spending. As Vice-Chair, she will be a Man Dies at Harbor: A 54-year-old man ficials said at a December 14 meeting, even as vocal proponent for hard-working Califor- FIND OUT MORE: Stay tuned for updates and who died on Sunday, December 12 while rid- the plant reported an incident at the plant. nians, reigning in state spending and help consider using an alternate route while the ing a rented personal watercraft at the Dana A 4-foot steel beam, weighing about 40 our state live within its means again.” wet weather continues. Point Harbor has been identified at Thomas pounds, was dropped into a pool containing Harkey, with a 30-year career in corporate —Andrea Swayne Montgomery of Lake Forest. spent fuel rods on Thanksgiving Day, but no finance and banking in her background, has Bystanders reported seeing the man float- damage or injuries occurred, officials said. been selected to be the lead Republican on ing face down in the water about 100 yards They also said there was no chance the inci- solvency strategies. 5 …Minor Drinking, offshore near the breakwall at about 3:30 p.m. dent could have caused a radiation release. “I am honored to serve as Vice-Chair and According to Orange County Sheriff’s “From what we have seen so far, it appears will ensure that this committee takes con- Major Problem? Department Public Information Officer Jim the licensee responded to the incident ap- crete steps to reign in discretionary spend- Amormino, lifeguards and Harbor Patrol propriately but we are continuing our review, ing,” Harkey said in a statement. “We must THE LATEST: The National Council on Deputies responded and performed CPR on which will be documented in a forthcoming in- begin to set priorities, as we are battling Alcoholism and Drug Dependence/Orange the man who was then rushed to San Clem- spection report that will be publicly available,” recurring $20B+ deficits due to overspend- County Community Alliance Network, Moth- ente Hospital in critical condition. He was pro- Nuclear Regulatory Commission spokesman ing and a lack of focus. We can restore the ers Against Drunk Driving and teens from nounced dead at the hospital on December 13. Victor Dricks said. gold to California through responsible steps the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley The personal watercraft Montgomery was The incident was unrelated to the installa- that reduce spending, reduce our depen- are conducting a youth community service riding was impounded pending an investiga- tion of new steam generators at the plant, and dence on borrowing and improve our cash activity called “Sticker Shock” to prevent tion. comes as SONGS has faced increased scrutiny flow position and credit rating.” underage drinking in Dana Point on Wednes- The results of an autopsy performed on from the NCR on its safety culture and on day, December 29 at 10 a.m. December 14 confirmed the cause of death as recognizing and addressing issues quickly. WHAT’S NEXT: Harkey will continue to serve Participants will visit places where alcohol accidental drowning, said Amormino.

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Eye on DP A Red Tail’s Tale WWII Tuskegee Airman Mitch Higginbotham recalls his days serving on the nation’s first all-black aerial combat unit By Christina Scannapiego Dana Point Times

hen 90-year-old Fountains at Sea Bluffs resident Mitch Higginbotham shows up for his 9 a.m. Tai Chi W class in the clubhouse or late afternoon martinis in the lounge, there isn’t a soul in the retirement community— resident or staff member—who doesn’t recognize him. But Higginbotham isn’t just popular because of his ultra gregarious disposition; he served on the nation’s first all-black aerial combat unit, the Tuskegee Airmen (dubbed so because they were trained at the Tuskegee Institute Airfield in Tuskegee, Ala.) during World War II. Higginbotham, who opted to carry out his official duties on home turf as a civilian instructor rather than overseas, was one of only 450 of these pioneers (labeled Shwarze Vogelmenchen—“black birdmen”—by the Germans and Red Tails by the Americans because of the planes they operated). This illustrious group ultimately played a key role in the formal acceptance of blacks into the Armed Forces. In fact, the Tuskegee Airmen story is so memorable that in Mitch and Robert Higginbotham. Courtesy photo 2011, Lucasfilm will release a George Lucas-directed movie, Crow” mentality. Red Tails, a work of historical fiction chronicling the lives and In 1995, HBO actually aired a movie about the Tuskegee experiences of the Tuskegee Airmen, featuring big names Airmen and the slogan on the promotional artwork reads, in acting like Cuba Gooding Jr. and Terrence Howard. (And “They fought two wars: One against the Nazis abroad/One roughly at the same time of the movie release, PBS will also air against racism at home.” a documentary on the group, in which Higginbotham will be “We were mainly engaged in a battle of equal rights,” included.) Higginbotham has met George Lucas several times Higginbotham explained from his spacious condo at the over the years, when he contacted the Tuskegee Airmen—now Fountains, atop a Dana Point hillside, proud to don his red a nonprofit organization with 55 chapters nationwide dedicated Tuskegee uniform for the interview. Before World War to honoring the accomplishments African Americans who par- II, only white men trained as pilots but the military felt ticipated in WWII—for research. The story of Higginbotham’s pressure from the public and the president at the time, peers is one that Lucas has been holding on to, meaning to Theodore Roosevelt, to allow African Americans to train as translate onto the big screen for nearly two decades and he is well. But men like Higginbotham and his younger brother now finally giving the vision life. “He was bogged down with Mitch Higginbotham’s home is filled with memorabilia like this. Robert—who also served as a Tuskegee Airman—were things like Star Wars at the time,” Higginbotham recalls, with Photo by Christina Scannapiego relegated to that separate training base. (Ironically, Higgin- a smile at the understatement. “I’m excited. It’s long over- botham and his father registered for the draft at the same victed for battery against his supervisor and fined $150 when due—it’ll be enlightening to the general public and across the time and though he was listed as “negro,” his fairer-skinned he bumped his shoulder passing him in order to get through world.” For the remaining airmen, who were hardly excluded father was listed as “white.”) and into the Officer’s Club. The Air Force finally, officially from the impacts of racial segregation prevalent throughout the Higginbotham had begun a college education at Virginia exonerated the Tuskegee airmen with marks against them in United States at the time, their story had gone untold, for the State College for Negros, then worked in the steel mills near 1995—and paid back the price of their fines (“with no interest!” most part, for much too long. “We were left out of the history his hometown in southwest Pennsylvania in order to study Higginbotham added, laughing.) books for a long time,” Higginbotham said, though they have at Tennessee State College. After being accepted into the “Mitch represents the African American struggle,” said Cap- gotten some attention in the last 15 years that’s been pointed at draft, he completed the exam for Aviation Cadet and passed. istrano Valley Boys & Girls Club Executive, James Littlejohn, making up for the hardships they underwent due to the “Jim “I wanted to fly,” he said. who first met Higginbotham about eight years ago when his As the “negros” trained to be single-engine pilots, twin-en- son, Joshua—then part of the Boys & Girls Club’s “Adopt a gine pilots, navigators and bombardiers at Tuskegee, away Grandparent” after-school program—came home and told him from the white training camps and were then sent overseas, he had “adopted” a “Susqueeky Airman.” they found themselves fighting to suppress their internal “He didn’t know how to pronounce ‘Tuskegee’ and he kept anger from the racism and bigotry they endured. (Lucas’ repeating ‘Susqueeky,’” Littlejohn said, jokingly. “Finally I movie will delve into those feelings.) Higginbotham was asked him, ‘Tuskegee?’ He said, ‘Yeah, that’s it!’ and I couldn’t accustomed to the treatment, having grown up in Sewickley, believe that my son had met a Tuskegee Airman. I thought, ‘I Penn., where he couldn’t so much as go to the same movie gotta meet this guy.’” The significance of the encounter meant theater as whites. Still, the treatment weighed him, along a lot more to Littlejohn than to his son who, at 10, wasn’t quite with the other black airmen, down. the US history buff and already generations removed from “It was not good for our morale at all,” admitted Higginbo- the reality of racial segregation. “At that time, [Joshua] didn’t tham. “It was like being a boxer with one hand tied behind understand what the Tuskegee men went through just to be his back. It was self-defeating for the military. It was a recognized.” Excited, Littlejohn set up a meeting with Hig- challenge to go through the whole process and maintain our ginbotham. dignity,” he continued. “We experienced constant embar- “There was a piece of living history right in front of me.” rassment and humiliation.” The encounter stemmed into a longtime friendship, from During the airmen’s physical exams, they were required which Littlejohn—and his son—took much inspiration. After to enter and exit the doctor’s office through a different door all, Higginbotham was among the first generation of his family around the back of the building. When traveling from camp members to attend college. Unsurprisingly, the Higginbothams to home or abroad, they were denied meals while in transit have all made impressive names for themselves with profes- at airport and train station cafeterias. “We were tired and sions like orthopedic surgeon, lawyer or judge, despite the hungry from traveling,” he recalled, “and we had to eat in a steep battles they faced while reaching their goals—Higgin- room where only employees ate.” botham and his peers were court marshaled nine years before Their frustration slowly boiled over and about 100 of Rosa Parks refused to sit in the back of the bus. “There aren’t the 500 men refused to comply with the enforcement of many African Americans in South Orange County. And to have segregation in one way or another, mostly by entering the become friends with someone with that much history—it common areas denied to the black service members, like means a lot to me,” said Littlejohn. “I can’t even recount all the the Officers’ Club, which was against military policy at the stories he’s shared; there have been so many. He’s a wealth time. They were consequently court marshaled and locked of knowledge. He and the other Tuskegee Airmen opened so Mitch Higginbotham in his red Tuskegee Airman jumpsuit. up—the “crime” appearing on their permanent record. many doors—he’s an unbelievable person.” Photo by Christina Scannapiego Higginbotham’s roommate, Bill Terry, was actually con- For more info, www.tuskegeeairmen.org. DP

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SAN CLEMENTE the group’s president read to McCarroll from Western White House the proclamation. “The foundation would like to take this opportunity to recognize one of Model Donated to San Clemente’s most positive and wonderful Nixon Library people.” “I love San Clemente. It’s been so good to us The Heritage of San Clemente Foundation over the years,” McCarroll said. “I wish I had has donated a Western White House model to another 25 years to give to these students and the Nixon Library in Yorba Linda. this community.” The model was built in 1999 by local model For more information about the foundation, maker, Malcolm Wilson. It is an exact replica see www.spanishvillagefoundation.org. of the Western White House, in San Clemente, SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO when President Nixon lived there and is com- plete with small models of Nixon, his family Job Opening for and Secret Service agents. City Manager The model was exhibited at the Heritage Museum on North El Camino Real, moved Want to be the City Manager in San Juan to the San Clemente Library lobby and then Capistrano Unified School District Trustees Gary Pritchard and Sue Palazzo, teacher Robert McCarrol, CUSD Trustee Capistrano? Applications are due by February moved to the SunWest Lobby in 2005. John Alpay, also a board member on the Spanish Village Foundation, Spanish Village Foundation President Mike Cotter 7. The donation to the Nixon Library gives it and San Clemente High Principal George Duarte during Friday’s presentation. Photo by Jonathan Volzke The job will pay $190,000 to $225,000. Dave a permanent home where it can be viewed by Adams made $145,000 in salary and $66,500 in thousands of visitors each year and is a fitting born on Monday, December 13 at 9:04 p.m. longtime San Clemente High School auto benefits when he left the position 18 months place for it to be exhibited. The model is cur- Their daughter, Heidi, is 2. Preston Masi- academy teacher Robert McCarroll. ago. Since then, Joe Tait has served in the City rently placed in the main hallway leading to the chuk is a Camp Pendleton-based Marine. A group of school officials joined Spanish Manager and Utilities Director positions simul- Nixon Exhibit. Mission delivers more than 3,000 babies Village leaders Mike Cotter and John Alpay, taneously. He drew salaries totaling $324,000, annually. also a Capistrano Unified School District but said he was saving the city money because What’s in Your Stocking? trustee, in surprising McCarroll in his he did not take retirement or other benefits. Auto Academy classroom on Friday. The job posting says applicants should have Babies born throughout December at Mis- McCarroll taught the nationally recog- a minimum of 10 years experience in municipal sion Hospital will go home in fuzzy red Christ- Teacher Robert nized auto academy classes for 35 years. management. It also says candidates should mas stockings, as the medical center continues McCarroll Honored He has returned out of retirement to keep have a “can do” attitude, help the council reach a tradition launched in the 1970s. the program strong until a replacement is a consensus and has “the ability to market the That means Preston and Tina Masichuk of The Spanish Village Foundation, a group hired. city as a destination” among other qualities. San Clemente brought home little Maximus “dedicated to reinforcing all that is good “The mission of the Foundation is to Those interested can see the posting wrapped in a warm stocking. about San Clemente,” on Friday honored recognize, celebrate and promote the at http://sanjuancapistrano.org/Index. Maximus, the couple’s second child, was positive aspects of San Clemente,” Cotter, aspx?page=149.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE through the walls. who were about to break into his car. The Aurelio Drive/La Cresta Drive (9:11 p.m.) caller scared them off and they biked away A caller contacted deputies to check out SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE towards the bar. One was on a mountain bike, DP a suspicious man sitting in a tan minivan. 34000 Block, Pacific Coast Highway (2:32 and the other was on a BMX bike. The caller said the man was making her p.m.) A red Volkswagen vehicle was seen nervous because he had just watched her parked all day with the top down. The car DISTURBANCE while she was taking out the trash. was full of leaves and trash. 34100 Block, Pacific Coast Highway (4:01 p.m.) Sheriff’s A homeless man who goes into the restaurant VANDALISM REPORT ILLEGAL PEDDLING on a daily basis, refused to leave. The caller Pacific Coast Highway, 34200 Block (2:12 33300 Block, Cove Island Place (2:14 asked him to leave the building, but he refused Blotter p.m.) Police received a report of what ap- p.m.) A male in a small white truck with saying she should leave him alone, and that he peared to be gang graffiti on a wall behind a refrigeration unit in the bed was seen was, “Gonna urinate all over the restaurant.” the building at this location. trying to sell frozen meat throughout Compiled By Madi Swayne the neighborhood. It was said the man SUSPICIOUS PERSON

All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Thursday, December 16 looked like “Chester the Molester.” He was La Serena Drive/La Cresta Drive (4:53 a.m.) Department Web site (www.ocsd.org) and reflects data available very “creepy” and was coming up to the Two subjects, one in a blue sweatshirt, the from calls placed from the field by the responding officer(s). An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling TRESPASSING windows on houses rather than knocking other in a black, were seen running on La of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site. 34100 Block, Pacific Coast Highway (11:27 on the doors. Cresta Drive. The subjects were headed to- p.m.) A patrol check was requested for wards El Encanto and were carrying a 30-inch Sunday, December 20 two 19-year-old males. One of the young ANNOYING PHONE CALL flat screen television. men was out in front of the business 34800 Block, Called del Sol (12:58 p.m.) A RECKLESS DRIVING panhandling for money. The caller was woman called to report that her stepsister Tuesday, December 14 Crown Valley Parkway/Pacific Coast Highway concerned they may have been driving and her stepsister’s transient boyfriend A gold Toyota Camry and a silver Kia were away business. were calling and harassing her and her SUSPICIOUS PERSON driving at a high rate of speed and cutting sick mother in law. 34200 Block, Pacific Coast Highway (7:51 each other off during a possible “road rage” FOUND PROPERTY p.m.) A male subject with a mustache and dark incident. 32500 Block, Street of the Golden Lantern SUSPICIOUS PERSON jacket was consistently coming to the door and (8:47 p.m.) A wedding ring was found at a Pacific Coast Highway/Del Obispo Street ringing the doorbell. The man would not leave. DISTURBANCE fast food restaurant. Deputies were called. (12:50 a.m.) A possible transient subject The psychic informant had a creepy premoni- Copper Lantern, 33800 Block (1:18 a.m.) jumped in front of the caller’s car on Pacific tion about the man. A resident called police to report that there DISTURBANCE-FAMILY DISPUTE Coast Highway. The subject was wearing a were people out on the patio at the house 33900 Block, Alcazar Drive (5:42 p.m.) light colored jacket and had a beard. WELFARE CHECK next door talking and laughing loudly. The A male and female were heard yelling 34200 Block, Camino Capistrano (11:39 a.m.) caller had reportedly asked them to quiet inside of a residence. The female subject Wednesday, December 15 Police were called when a 25- to 30-year-old down but instead they just kept getting was heard crying and screaming, “Don’t mother’s child would not stop crying. The louder and louder. touch me,” while the male subject was SUSPICIOUS PERSON caller, a neighbor, was concerned, fearing that heard yelling obscenities. The caller said 34000 Block, Street of the Violet Lantern the mom was not taking proper care of the Saturday, December 19 it sounded as if there were going to break (7:03 p.m.) A caller reported two males child.

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u The Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club donated $2,000 to the Doheny State Beach Inter- pretive Association at their December 8 meeting, held at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Monarch Beach. Rotary Club President James Littlejohn and Past President Russell Kerr presented the Compiled by Andrea Swayne News Bites check to DSBIA Board Member Ed Neely and Doheny State Beach Supervising Ranger Jim Serpa in appreciation for the support of the Rotary Club’s inaugural Lobster Fest held last June PROPS, RECOGNITIONS AND MORSELS OF INFO in the park. The funds will be used in DSBIA’s repair and renovation of the Visitor Center at the State Beach. “It’s an honor to have this partnership with Monarch Sunrise Rotary Club,” said Neely. “I know from past experience as an educator that they are important supporters of child, u Start saving your recyclable plastic bottles and cans; Dana Hills High School Parent Teacher family and community oriented causes and programs.” Monarch Beach Rotary has started Student Association (PTSA) has started a community recycling program one Saturday a month. planning their Second Annual Dana Point Lobster Fest, to be held at Doheny State Beach on The program offers residents an opportunity to drive by the high school and drop off plastic Saturday, June 25, 2011. The event includes an all you can eat buffet featuring lobster and steak, bottles and cans which will be collected, sorted and recycled by student volunteers. Funds col- lively spirits, music and auctions. Profi ts from the event will benefi t local children’s charities, lected will go directly to student programs funded by PTSA on the campus. The next community including the Doheny State Beach Interpretive Association. The Doheny State Beach Interpre- event is scheduled for Saturday, January 22, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Dana Hills campus. tive Association is a support organization to Doheny State Beach with the mission of promoting PTSA is partnering with student volunteers from the school’s chapter of the California Schol- educational activities and to assist with the preservation and restoration of the park and its in- arship Federation (CSF). CSF members are required to work three recycling events per semester terpretive facilities. The current primary focus of the Association is the restoration of its Visitor to maintain their membership. In addition, the PTSA hopes to increase campus-wide recycling Center with tide pool, aquariums and local animal exhibits. Before its closure, the Visitors Cen- by instituting a regular collection schedule for plastic bottles and cans from collection bins on ter was the largest aquarium in the California State Park system and the largest free aquarium campus as well as providing a recyclables drop-off point for community residents one Saturday in Orange County. In 2007, it was damaged by fl ooding, termites and the subsequent discovery a month. of black mold. Through DSBIA’s fundraising efforts over the past three years, the restoration of “We are thrilled to have our PTSA partnering with CSF on this important school and commu- the facility is well on its way with a hoped for grand reopening in the late summer of 2011. For nity program, said Principal Dr. Robert Nye. “The PTSA will be handling event supervision for our more information, visit www.dohenystatebeach.org and www.monarchbeachrotary.com. on-campus recycling days and our newly instituted event one Saturday per month. The Saturday event will allow our CSF students who are busy with sports or other after school activities the opportunity to more easily earn their required recycling hours,” Nye added. u The Dana Point Youth Board conducted the judging in their 11th Annual Holiday Home Since October, student volunteers have been collecting, sorting and bagging plastic bottles Decorating Contest last week. The winners each received a See’s Candy gift basket presented and cans from bright blue bins around the central mall area of the school after school. PTSA by Youth Board member Sean O’Connor. First place: 33382 Via Lenita; Second place: 34512 Via president Gayle Paride hopes to expand collection points on the campus and include classrooms Espinoza; Third place: 34422 Via Espinoza. A leisurely drive through Dana Point to see these and and sports events. “With our involvement, our hope is to further expand our campus collection all of the other beautifully decorated homes makes a nice holiday family activity. points to help keep our campus ‘green,’” said Paride. “With our parent volunteers, we can support this program and provide the necessary guidance and resources to further expand this program,” u The Dana Point Woman’s Club will be holding a Health and Wellness Luncheon on January she added. 6 at 11:15 a.m. at the Dana Point Community House, 24642 San Juan Street in Dana Point. The A new component of the recycling program has been the addition of the Saturday morning re- luncheon theme will be: New You in a New Year. The event will feature many vendors and panel cycling drive. Residents can pull up to the curb in their vehicle from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and student speakers covering topics such as health, cooking, water, facial care, Chi-Cong energy and more. volunteers will haul out the recyclables. The items are then sorted by the students and stored in a For reservations call Jean at 949.837.5227. Cost is $15 per person. recycling container provided by CR&R. Future community recycling event dates will be announced in the upcoming months. The high Have something interesting for the community? school is located at 33333 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point. Recycling is collected in the back Tell us about awards, events, happenings, accomplishments and more. parking lot of the school, near the tennis courts and pool area. Send your information to [email protected]. HARBOR HAPPENINGS Santa’s Helpers at Camp Pendleton

anice Steele is at it again. A few years ago her and husband Will’s son was J in the Marines. Because of the connection, Janice and Will began to support the Marines from Pendleton in various ways. You may have read my story a couple of weeks ago about the Christmas party that Janice organized with the help Barbara Merriman spends some time helping of Eileen Mauch and a few others, for the to wrap gifts for families of Marines at Camp sixth year in a row at Dana Point Yacht Pendleton. Courtesy photo Club. Ninety-six children came this year to have lunch It was another “feel good” event for those of with Santa and us who were doing the wrapping, and when to receive some an invitation came to share lunch with the pretty special Marines in that building who had brought gifts. It was a in a wonderful potluck, we felt even better. grand day—one Those guys and girls can really cook! What of those “feel fun it was to be able to help in a small way. good” kind of It seems that there is always something B Y B A R B A R A days for all who that volunteers can do to help out in various MERRIMAN were involved. areas on Camp Pendleton. Just being down No sooner there makes us appreciate how hard these than that endeavor was fi nished, Janice men and women work, train and sacrifi ce was at the base delivering a few left over for our country. The little bits we can do to toys that we had from the Santa Lunch bring a smile to a child and the child’s par- event, and discovered that there have ent or parents, seems very small compared been hundreds of toys and dolls and to what these parents are giving back. games and puzzles and books donated to Think of all our service men and women the children of wounded warriors. She this holiday season and when you see an saw that the two staff people who were opportunity to donate a gift, or sit and read wrapping the gifts were in over their for an hour to a child, or donate supplies to heads and would have to work night and be sent to military bases overseas—just do day to fi nish, so she put out a call to the it! You may spend a little bit of money and Dana Point Yacht Club Social Committee. donate a little bit of your valuable time, but it In response to her call for help, last is really worth it when you will realize how Wednesday twelve of us carpooled down much your efforts have helped. It is a very Dana Point Yacht Club members rally to help wrap presents donated to Wounded Warriors’ families at to the base, armed with scissors, tape and good feeling. Merry Christmas and Happy Camp Pendleton. Photo by Barb Merriman wrapping paper and began wrapping gifts. New Year! DP

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Eye on DP ANNIVERSARY Business Beat By CHRISTINA SCANNAPIEGO u Casanova Italian Restaurant Celebrates News and updates on Dana Point’s business community Nine Years Casanova Italian Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge is celebrating nine years of serving authentic Venetian and Northern CHAMBER NEWS Italian cuisine to Dana Point. December 10 was their official anniversary and they had a u Chamber Citizen and Business of the Year Chosen little celebration, offering free appetizers to The Chamber of Commerce has selected the 2010 Citizen of their customers. “We had the best year ever,” the Year and Business of the Year Award recipients. They’ll be said owner, Nik Doda, who is there to greet recognized at the Chamber’s 2011 Installation Dinner & Annual his guests and make sure everything runs Meeting. smoothly every day. “We’re waiting to do the Lara Anderson, the 2010 Citizen of the Year is currently serv- big, big celebration next year with music and ing as City of Dana Point Mayor Pro Tem and has the distinction everything. We just want to please our cus- of being the youngest council member and Mayor (2006) of tomers. They’ve supported us all these years.” Dana Point. She was elected to the City Council in 2004 and Casanova is located at 33585 Del Obispo St. re-elected in 2008, receiving the most votes in Dana Point’s Reach them at 949.496.0992, www.casan- history. Anderson is known for her love of the Dana Point com- ovaristorante.com. Photo by Christina Scannapiego munity, stemming from a long history of volunteerism. She was essential in bringing back the Festival of Whales parade, merg- NEW OWNERSHIP ing the two pro-humane non-profit organizations supporting the local animal shelter into one united, financially stable group, u United Studios of Self Defense Has New Owner Michael Breazeale is the proud new owner and has held leadership positions for several organizations Lara Anderson. Courtesy photo of United Studios of Self Defense at 32585 Goldern Lantern, located next to McCool flowers. The including Beta Foster Care Advisory Board, Dana Point Histori- studio has been offering Dana Point professional private and group instruction for men, women cal Society, Festival of Whales Committee, Lantern Village Association, Pet Project Foundation/ and children for over 15 years and they don’t plan on making any significant changes right now. Animal Rescue Foundation of Dana Point and was a five-time chairperson of the Wag-A-Thon, Though Breazeale is new to this location, he’s been with the company at another location in Foot- the largest pets and people event in Orange County. During her tenure on the Lantern Village As- hill Ranch for years and is one of two veteran instructors at Dana Point’s United Studios. They’ll sociation, the Clean-Up Days were so successful, the City of Dana Point adopted the program. As have their grand re-opening in January. Reach them at 949.248.3340. a City Council Member, she continues to support the community and her fellow volunteers, who give the precious gift of their time. The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce 2010 Business of the Year Award goes to Minuteman DANA POINT BUSINESS OF THE MONTH FOR DECEMBER 2010: Press for being an outstanding business organization based on their Chamber involvement and support, community involvement and business standards. Located in the heart of Dana Point, the owner-operated franchise is part of a worldwide organization of over 900 printing shops. Minute- Collins Holdings man Press, Dana Point opened in 1992 and was purchased by Mits Arayama in 2005. Arayama By Lynn Kelly, Management Analyst, Dana Point Economic Development Department is currently a Dana Point Chamber of Commerce Board Member, has been Ambassador of the Month many times throughout the year, and brings incredible business acumen to the Dana Point ere in Dana Point, Collins Holdings area. His previous experience includes being CEO with Nissin Foods and introducing new cuisines LLC own and manage the Dana to the U.S. like Top Ramen and Cup Noodles. H Marina Plaza and Capistrano Surf Center. Since they purchased the Dana u The 2011 Installation Dinner and Annual Meeting will take place on Wednesday, January Marina Plaza in 2002, they have renovated 26, 2011 at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa. The evening will include a no-host cocktail and uplifted the entire center and made hour, dinner, live entertainment, awards and the installation of the 2011 Board of Directors. The vast improvements to drive business into Chamber will be honoring Outgoing Chair Georgia Theodor of Dana Plaza Business Services and the plaza. At the time, the center was 70 will welcome Russell Kerr of Edward Jones Investments as Incoming Chair. percent vacant due to deferred maintenance. They have brought in a mix of retail BUSINESS BITES and office space providing unique offerings for the community, and the center now has one of the lowest vacancy rates in the u Look Who’s Under the Mistletoe It’s Kathy McCool of McCool Flowers in the area. More recently, they have acquired the Capistrano Surf Center in Capistrano John and Damian Collins of Collins Holdings LLC Ocean Ranch Village shopping center. Mc- accept Business of the Month recognition from Cool recently told one of her floral vendors Beach, and have started the enhancement process. Mayor Steven Weinberg, December 2011. Photo by that she was in desperate need of mistletoe. Dyanne Weamire “When someone showed up at my vendor’s John and Damian Collins believe in pride place with this great big mistletoe she im- of ownership and a hands-on management ing away and homecoming celebrations mediately thought of me,” said McCool. “She service, giving them a strong competitive for the unit. Recently, they helped send called me and said, ‘Oh my gosh, I’ve got the advantage over larger corporate competi- over 200 boxes to soldiers overseas. On most serious piece of mistletoe you’ve ever tion. With over 35 years of experience and Thanksgiving, they even cooked and seen!’ And she sent it right over.” The giant over a million square feet of ground-up hosted a Thanksgiving celebration for mistletoe bush in McCool’s shop—techni- development background, they have the Marines and their families. John and cally a parasitic plant that grows within the expertise to make quick, definitive deci- Damian truly promote the cooperation branches of host trees—is roughly three feet sions in the field that result in efficient of our community to show admiration long and four feet wide. “People are over- business and maintaining unusually and appreciation for everything the 5th whelmed when they look up,” McCool said. low-vacancy rates. They focus on spaces Marine Regiment does for the safety of Mistletoe has been used and known that are 50,000 square feet and below and our country. in European folklore for ages, mostly as a within an hour’s drive of Dana Point, in Collins Holdings LLC is located at protection against poison, to bestow life and order to maintain their hands-on approach. 24901 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Ste. 200, fertility and as an aphrodisiac. Kissing under By taking personal responsibility for every Dana Point and can be reached by phone the mistletoe was associated with an ancient issue that may arise, they have been able to at 949.661.7473. Their website is www. Greek festival and then later with some maintain long-term tenants and help drive collinsholdingsllc.com. marriage rights. And though McCool hasn’t business into the city. Collins Holdings also Each month, the Mayor selects a fea- received any kisses yet, “it’s still early!” she has a strong track record in value added tured business of the month that has dem- said. She’s selling pieces of it for $3 a bunch. revitalization of existing shopping centers onstrated success in the city and a commit- McCool Flowers is located at 32585 and office structures for long-term hold. ment to the community. The city recognizes Golden Lantern and can be reached at John and Damian make a tremendous the featured Business of the Month during 949.488.7988 or on the web at www.mc- effort to donate time, resources, and assis- the first Dana Point City Council meeting Kathy McCool under a giant mistletoe at McCool coolflowers.com. tance to the 5th Marine Regiment and their each month. For more information about Flowers. Photo by Katie Altman Support Group at Camp Pendleton. Over the featured Business of the Month, please the past several years, John and Damian contact Lynn Kelly at [email protected] SEND US YOUR BUSINESS NEWS have helped organize a golf tournament or 949.248.3512. To see past Business of with over 140 participants, fundraise for the Month recipients, log on to the City of To get business news in this section, send an e-mail to [email protected]. “Business Beat” will include the Marine Corps Birthday Ball, collect Dana Point website at www.danapoint.org updates and happenings that occurred within six to eight weeks of publication. toys for children of soldiers, and hold go- and click on “Business.” DP

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34932 Calle del Sol, Suite B, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624 HOW TO REACH US phone 949.388.7700 fax 949.388.9977 www.danapointtimes.com Editor Dana Point Times, Vol. 3, Issue 52. The DP Times (www.danapointtimes.com ) is published weekly by Picket Fence Media, publishers of the SC Times (www.sanclementetimes.com) and The Capistrano Dispatch (www.thecapistranodispatch. SOAPBOX Stories, News, CALENDAR, etc. com). Copyright: No articles, illustrations, photographs, or other editorial matter or advertisements herein may be VIEWS, OPINIONS AND INSIGHTS Andrea Swayne, 949.388.7700, x113 reproduced without written permission of the publisher. The publisher assumes no responsibility for return of [email protected] unsolicited manuscripts, art, photos or negatives. Copyright 2010. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA. PICKET FENCE MEDIA Advertising CEO Norb Garrett ADVERTISING/MULTI- Business Operations Manager Print and Online MEDIA MARKETING > Alyssa Garrett EDITORIAL Lauralyn Loynes, 949.388.7700, x102 Associate Publisher Distribution Manager [email protected] Group Editor, > Lauralyn Loynes > Andrea Swayne Editor, The Capistrano Dispatch Distribution > Jonathan Volzke > Michele Reddick INTERNS (San Clemente) Kirsten Amavisca Sacher, Racks, Driveways, Subscriptions City Editor, DP Times Madi Swayne Andrea Swayne, 949.388.7700, x113 > Andrea Swayne > Sergio Sanchez (San Juan Capistrano) [email protected] ART/Design SPECIAL THANKS DP Robert Miller, George Mackin, Sales Associate Dana Point Senior Designer > Angela Edwards Rebecca Nordquist Billing > Jasmine Smith > Buddy Purel CONTRIBUTORS Alyssa Garrett, 949.388.7700, x100 Graphic Designer Tawnee Prazak, [email protected] > Heidi Mefferd OPERATIONS Christina Scannapiego Finance Director > Mike Reed

GUEST OPINION:2 By Linda Homscheid, South Coast Water District Online Reader Poll Getting To the Root of the Problem: Are you feeling the holiday spirit? Yes. I love this time of year! 88% This Holiday Season and All Year Long It is just like any other time of year to me—no big deal. 0% ore and more people are looking into “living” Christ- mas trees that they can decorate for the holidays and No. Bah humbug! M then plant in their yards for year-round enjoyment. 13% There are coniferous evergreens well-suited to our semi-arid coastal climate that look like “traditional” Christmas trees, such Make sure to sound off each week on the “DP Times Poll of the Week” at as Monterey Pines and Leyland Cypress. There are other ever- www.danapointtimes.com. Then go to our community Message Board and share your opinions. www.danapointtimes.com. Bookmark it today! greens also suited to our climate that are a bit “non-traditional” The DP Times Online Reader Polls are not scientific and do not reflect the opinion of theDP Times. but great for hanging ornaments, such as Norfolk Island Pines. These trees are available now throughout our area, and some To submit a letter to the editor for possible inclusion in the nurseries may provide trees to your specifications for replant- paper, e-mail us at [email protected] or send ing in the New Year. Whether you find yourself planting an evergreen tree or any it to 34932 Calle del Sol, Suite B, Capistrano Beach, CA other type of tree or large shrub in your yard next year, some 92624. Dana Point Times reserves the right to edit reader-sub- of the best advice we can offer is: don’t trees plant over your mitted letters for length and is not responsible for the claims private sewer line that runs under your property and connects made or the information written by the writers. your home to the District’s main sewer line. In fact, to be safe, plant 10 to 15 feet away from your sewer line and avoid trees all together with invasive root systems, such as ficus trees. EDITOR’S NOTE: By Andrea Swayne

A “Root” Awakening South Coast Water District has found that tree roots growing A Last Minute Graphic provided by South Coast Water District into homeowners’ sewer lines are the leading cause of pipeline obstructions. Tree roots blocking sewer lines can cause Gift of Dana Point untreated wastewater from indoor plumbing to back up into An initial indicator that roots may be blocking your pri- homes, onto properties and into streets. vate sewer line is when a sink, tub or shower drains slower bout ten years ago, local author, historian and Tree roots actually “sense” the presence of wastewater in than usual and continues to slow over time. The next Dana Point Historical Society Program Director homeowners’ sewer lines and can grow into the joints and A Doris Walker designed an afghan blanket depicting indicator could be wastewater backing up in these drains. connection points of pipelines, where possible. If enough roots Talk to a licensed plumber about inspecting, cleaning various historical landmarks, figures and attractions. It has grow into a line, the flow of wastewater could be blocked or and, if necessary, repairing your sewer line. Together, you been sold out and unavailable for a couple of years now. significantly impeded, potentially causing it to back up. can decide the best maintenance schedule for your particu- Just in time for the holiday season and right on cue with Sewage and wastewater backing up into your kitchen or lar line, factoring in the condition of your line and typical the cold wintry weather we have been experiencing, the bathroom areas can damage property, be costly to clean and re- indoor use. Repair or replace a deteriorated or damaged Historical Soci- pair and, needless to say, be unsightly and highly inconvenient line immediately—and check with your plumber that all ety has reissued for everyone. There are also potential public health concerns necessary city work permits are secured and that the work the collectible and the possibility of beach closures, if the untreated sewage meets current city codes. blanket and is wastewater reaches storm drains and beaches and pollutes offering them for ocean water. Please Call Before You Clean! sale for $40 each. Before you clean your sewer line, call South Coast Water Proceeds from What’s My Line? District at 949.499.4555, ext. 1. We will send our crew the sales will go Every homeowner has a private sewer line (also known as a to catch any roots or debris that may be pushed during to support the private sewer lateral or a private service lateral). The homeown- cleaning into our main sewer line from your sewer line. If historical preser- er’s sewer line carries wastewater from sinks, tubs, showers, roots get into our main line, they could obstruct the flow vation efforts of clothes washers, diswashers and toilets to the sanitary sewer of wastewater and create a bigger problem for the entire the Society. DP Historical Society afghan. Courtesy photo system where it is conveyed to a treatment plant. Most of the neighborhood—like sewage getting onto property and Searching for time, the homeowner’s sewer line connects to the District’s overflowing into the street, storm drains and ocean. Let us a last minute present for the person who has everything or sewer main line under the street. (If you ever need specifics on help you prevent future problems; please call us before you just want to bring a bit of local history into your home? The where your sewer line connects to our main line, please contact clean! Dana Point Historical Society afghan makes a cozy gift that us.) Happy holidays and a “root-free” new year to all! also celebrates the rich history and beauty of Dana Point. Homeowners are responsible for the upkeep of their private If you would like to get your hands on one of these cud- sewer lines—just as South Coast Water District is responsible dle-worthy pieces of Dana Point history, contact Historical PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest for the maintenance of the 141 miles of sewer lines, three miles columnist and may or may not be shared by the Dana Point Times staff. We Society President Carlos N. Olvera via email at olveracn@ of force mains, 14 lift stations and 3,700 manholes that consti- appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite speakeasy.net. DP tute the public sewer system in our service area. responses to be sent to [email protected].

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GETTING Go See Do New Year’s Eve at Casino San Clemente Put on your dancing shoes and ring in the New Year at the San Clemente Histori- OUT cal Society’s 2nd annual “New Year’s Eve under the Dome” at the historic Casino San Clemente. This festive welcome to 2011 will take place from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., on YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER December 31 and event organizers say this year’s party promises one of the most exciting celebrations of the New Year in South Orange County. “The historic Casino is even more beautiful than it was last year,” said Historical So- ciety President Georgette Korsen. “Linda and Shaheen Sadeghi have done a marvelous job of its restoration and the whole venue just shines.” When the Casino first opened in 1937 it immediately became a popular Orange County social hub. The unique round ball room, domed roof and floating dance floor drew crowds of locals, dignitaries and celebrities. The renovation has brought the Casino San Clemente. Photo by Andrea Swayne building back to its original splendor and is once again making for an awe inspiring entertainment venue. The event will feature DP live music by the band Hot Pursuit, delectable appetizers, a sit-down dinner and dessert bar by San Clemente restaurateur Tony Dana Point Carbonara. The party is a fundraising event to benefit the Historical Society and will include a silent auction and raffle. Individual tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased by calling 949.493.5561. Attendees are encouraged to order their tickets as soon as possible, as this event sells out quickly! Cocktail attire is requested. For more information, log on to www.sanclementehistorical- society.org and click on “Events.” —Andrea Swayne

Christmas Buffet and Dinner Bluegrass Brunch & Music 12 p.m.; 3 p.m. Join the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel for a 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Brunch at The Next Door with lively and harmoni- holiday buffet in the oceanfront Pavilions (12 p.m.-6 p.m.) ous bluegrass music starting at 11 a.m. 647 Camino de los Mares, The List or dinner at Raya (3 p.m.-9 p.m.). Cost $110 adults, $55 kids. 949.940.8845, www.nextdoorsc.com. A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and 1 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Dana Point, 949.240.2000, www.ritzcarlton.com. Ukulele Nights around town this week. Compiled by Tawnee Prazak 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Bring your Ukulele, sing along or listen to the music Christmas Day Mass at Hulaville’s newest event. Every Sunday. 2720 Camino Capist- 8 a.m.; 9 a.m.; 11 a.m.; 1 p.m. Multiple Christmas Day rano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com. friday24 CHRISTMAS EVE services at the Mission Basilica Church. 1 p.m. Mass is in Spanish. 31522 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, Pato Banton forecast: few showers • high: 57° low: 46° 949.234.1360, www.missionparish.org. 8 p.m. Reggae concert at The Coach House; also with Entropy / Phat Reggae Dub Status. Tickets $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, Brian Young San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com. 7:30 p.m.–11 p.m. Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com. sunday26 Gray Whale Watching forecast: mostly cloudy • high: 62° low: 44° monday27 12 p.m.; 2 p.m. Spend Christmas Eve on the sea searching for gray whales with Dana Wharf. Adults $29, kids $19. 34675 Golden San Clemente Farmers Market forecast: partly cloudy • high: 62° low: 43° Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh produce, flowers and more every Sunday along Avenida Del Mar. Rain or shine. Mommy Movie Mondays Piano Bar 10 a.m. Special screening of the movie Little Fockers for parents 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live piano with Elliot at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Science of Gingerbread of infants at San Clemente’s Krikorian theater, tickets $6.75. Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Holiday exhibit at the Discovery Science Center 641 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, 949.661.7469, with gingerbread fun! Features activities, shows, displays, www.kptmovies.com. DJ cookie decorating, workshops and more. Open through Jan. 2. Adults $12.95, kids $9.95. 2500 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, 9 p.m. Play pool and throw darts while a DJ spins music Kids Holiday Crafts 714.542.2823, www.discoverycube.org. at Goody’s Tavern. 206 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 12 p.m.-2 p.m. The Mission offers holiday crafts for kids includ- 949.492.3400, www.goodystavern.com. ing doll making and toy making/decorating Dec 27-29. Free with Plant & Mistletoe Walk paid admission, $5-$9. 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, Rod Frias 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Sunday morning walk through the wild lands at 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com. The Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy searching for seasonal 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Talented artist plays at Wind and Sea Restaurant. fruits and more. Adults $10, kids $5, members free. Info and 34699 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.6500, $5 Mondays directions: 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy.org. www.windandsearestaurants.com. 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Join SC Wine Company for Happy Hour featuring three wines for $5, glasses of selected wines for $5 and mugs of Groove Lounge Signature Safari beer from $5 & up! 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, 949.429.7067, View dolphins, whales, sharks and more with Capt Dave’s 9 p.m. DJs spin hit music at OC Tavern. Free. 2369 S. El Camino www.scwinecompany.com. Dolphin Safari aboard a high-tech catamaran sailboat. Depar- Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com. tures daily, call for times. 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Smokey Karaoke Karaoke Dana Point, 949.488.2828, www.dolphinsafari.com. 8 p.m. Sing fearlessly behind a cloud of theatrical smoke at 9 p.m. El Mariachi Restaurant hosts Karaoke Night in English and BeachFire and enjoy Mojito Monday. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Spanish every Friday and Saturday. 1925 S. El Camino Real, San Heartless Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com. 2:30 p.m. Swallow’s Inn. 31786 Camino Capistrano, Clemente, 949.369.5111. 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com. A Christmas Carol tuesday28 7:30 p.m. Holiday production of the classic story at the South Danman’s Trio 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Acoustic trio at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Coast Repertory. Through Dec. 26; times vary. Tickets $20-$66. Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com. forecast: sunny • high: 63° low: 43° 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.708.5555, www.scr.org. Lewis & Clark Vine Dinner Ryan Heflin 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Vine hosts a special Christmas Eve dinner. Expedition Across America San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. 211 El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.9367, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Check out the exhibit that examines Lewis and www.vinesanclemente.com. Clark’s remarkable adventure at Mission San Juan Capistrano. Kids’ Fishing CLINIC Runs through March. Free with admission $5–$9. 26801 Ortega 12 p.m. Free fishing clinic on the dock followed by a half-day Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com. fishing trip for kids hosted by Dana Wharf every Sunday. saturday25 CHRISTMAS DAY 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, KnitLit - The Knitting Book Group www.danawharf.com. 6 p.m. Bring your craft or knitting project and discuss the book forecast: partly cloudy • high: 63° low: 46° Emma by Jane Austen with group members at the San Juan Cap- Holiday Brunch istrano Library. Refreshments provided, book copies at checkout CafE Mozart Christmas Dinner 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Irons in the Fire hosts their legendary brunch desk. 31495 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.1752, 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Special dinner menu at Cafe Mozart for the with a holiday twist. Cost $22.95 each, includes champagne. www.ocpl.org. holiday. 31952 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.3900, 949.496.0212, www.cafemozart.net www.beachfire.com. (Cont. on page 16)

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DP Times Restaurant Spotlight By Andrea Swayne Chipotle Mexican Grill

32391 Golden Lantern, Suite A, 949.272.5605, www.chipotle.com

Best Known For: Fresh, fast food Most Popular Item: Build-your-own burritos, salt and lime chips with guacamole

Since founder Steve Ells started his first restaurant in Denver, Colorado in 1993, Chipotle has enjoyed a loyal following. They even have a page on their website devoted to fan photos, videos and stories from people all over the world. The word fan is, after all, from the word fanatic that refers to someone with intense enthusiasm and devotion for something. Why? Because the food is just that good! The menu is short, but the options are endless. Mix and match fresh ingredients to create delicious burritos, tacos and salads. Choose from high quality meats cooked to tender and juicy perfection—the steak and chicken are marinated and grilled and the pork carnitas and barbacoa shredded beef are seasoned and braised. Then layer on your choice of fajita veggies, black or pinto beans, corn, cilantro-lime rice, cheese, guacamole, sour cream, crisp lettuce and three styles of salsas. For those watching their carb intake, order a burrito bowl—everything that would normally go inside a burrito, but without the tortilla. As Chipotle has grown into a large chain—now a publicly traded stock with over 870 locations—the quality of the food has been carefully main- tained. In fact, it’s better. For over a decade now, Chipotle has made it their mission to source sustainably raised food whenever possible—naturally raised chicken and pork, local organic produce and dairy from cows raised without synthetic hormones—and is continually looking for new sources that meet their high standards. The food is served fast, but it definitely is not fast food.

Price Range: $1.65-$6.63 Payment: Cash, credit card

Chipotle Mexican Grill. Photo by Heidi Mefferd Reservations: Not necessary Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. every day

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(Cont. from page 15) Food Truck & Fare Thursdays ON STAGE 11 a.m.-2 p.m. A variety of gourmet food trucks that changes Cheryl Silverstein & John Paul Keene weekly at the OC Fair & Event Center. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Vaudeville Meets 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. The pianist and females vocalist Mesa, 714.708.1500, www.ocfair.com. perform holiday tunes and jazz standards at Renaissance. Rock and Roll 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, Chris Cram and the Oxymormon one- www.renaissance-danapoint.com. man band Yard Dogs Road Show Stops at 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Classic rock with Chris at The Rib Joint. Food The Coach House Benny on Flamenco Guitar served till 9 p.m. 34294 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, he Yard Dogs Road Show is a hobo cabaret, a living 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Benny performs live music at The Cellar. 949.661.9500. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, T patchwork of vaudeville and rock and roll. In the www.thecellarsite.com. Hugh Lehane enchanting land of stage show entertainment theirs is 9 p.m. Live music at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 both pleasant and formidable terrain. They require sensi- S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 949.218.0120. www.molly- tivity to the subtle and the absurd. They lead the modern bloomspub.com. hobohemian on a visual and sonic journey through part of wednesday29 history that may or may not have existed—followed by an ambitious return to the emotional challenges of our punch- forecast: few showers • high: 61° low: 45° Brandi Smith & Mick Taras 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Acoustic music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific drunk contemporary world. Kids Storytime at the Casa Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com. We caught up with Shenandoah Ableman, performer and publicist for YDRS via E-mail, on what the audience is in 10 a.m. Casa Romantica hosts storytime for youngsters ages 3-5; free. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, The Painkillerz store for at the upcoming Coach House show. www.casaromantica.org. 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Great live music at Renaissance. 24701 Del Please relate to our Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint. readers the essence of The Dupp Brothers com. your upcoming show 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Live hippy hillbilly music and food served ‘til and how the evening 9 p.m. at The Rib Joint. No cover charge. 34294 Pacific Coast Yard Dogs Road Show will progress. The Yard Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.9500. 8 p.m. Special stage show with the “hobo cabaret,” that’s “a Dog’s latest review is a living patchwork of vaudeville and rock and roll.” Tickets $15 sonic and psychedelic Brandi Smith & Mick Taras advance, $18 day of show. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan experience you will Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Acoustic music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific NEVER forget! We’ll Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com. quickly sweep you off your feet in astral flight through sensual dreamscapes Karaoke UPCOMING: December 31 of tropical isles, ponies and carousels… singing showgirls, 9:30 p.m. Your chance to sing live at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & death-defying feats, and… by magic and mysticism we guar- Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, NYE Dance antee to break you free of the bondage of the material world www.mollybloomspub.com. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. The Dana Point Community Center and Senior and enter our realm of dreams come true. Finally, a circus Center host an early NYE dancing event. Tickets $15 or $25 per that is more than smoke and mirrors… Dan Lefler and the Danimals couple. 34052 Del Obispo St., Dana Point, 949.248.3536, How has the act changed over the years since the YDRS 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Regular hit group at Renaissance. 24701 Del www.danapoint.org. Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint. was formed in 1998? The Yard Dogs Road Show has shifted com. many times since it’s conception and continues to evolve OC Fair NYE Block Party with each year. It is an ever-changing beast of creation that 7 p.m.-2 a.m. All-new OC Fair NYE Party featuring demolition no one person has the reigns on. To put it simply, it has Rabbi Blue derby, gourmet food trucks, Hypnotist Mark Yuzuik and tribute grown from a three-piece jug band playing at abandoned 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, bands covering several decades of music. Tickets start at $25. shacks and agreeable bars into a thirteen-person production San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. Parking $10. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.708.1500, www.ocfair.com. with dancing girls, a sword swallower, a chicken, a lighting Karaoke and sound crew, a driver, loads of stage props and banners 7 p.m. Swallow’s Inn. 31786 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.3188, New Year’s Eve with The Tubes that all fits snugly inside our 1972 GMC tour bus,June Rider. www.swallowsinn.com. 8 p.m. The Coach House presents the exciting, in-your-face If you look up “eclectic” in the dictionary, the first defini- band for a crazy fun NYE concert. Tickets $35. tion will be Yard Dogs Road Show. As soon as you’ve warmed 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, up to the sword swallower, you’re senses are dismantled thursday30 www.thecoachhouse.com. and reassembled to embrace larger than life rabbits and rainbows, sexy burlesque, belly dancers and hard-hitting rock forecast: mostly cloudy • high: 64° low: 44° For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” and roll. This show will leave you more than satisfied. at www.danapointtimes.com. The Yard Dogs Road Show will be The Coach House in San Satin Blues Juan Capistrano on Thursday, December 30. Tickets can are $15 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, Have an event? in advance, $18 day of show. DP —A.J. Bardzilowski San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. Send your listing to [email protected]

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AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING BUSINESS • SPOTLIGHT JEWELER SIGNS Oasis Air Conditioning & Heating 949.420.1321 Dana Point Jeweler 949.489.1165 ABC Signs & Embroidery Shop 949.248.1007 31648 Rancho Viejo Rd. Ste. A, www.oasisair.com 24845 Del Prado, www.danapointjeweler.com 34135 Pacifi c Coast Hwy, Ste. E, ARCHITECTURE - PLANNING JUNK REMOVAL www.abcembroideryshop.com Jim Ettinger Design 949.246.0224 Green Dump Truck 949.697.4517 SURF SHOPS 33742 Big Sur St., [email protected] www.greendumptruck.com Girl in the Curl Surf Shop 949.661.4475 Nona Associates - Raymond J. Nona A.I.A. LANDSCAPING/SPRINKLERS 34116 Pacifi c Coast Hwy., www.girlinthecurl.com 26901 Camino de Estrella, 949.496.2275 Infi nity Surfboards 949.661.6699 www.raynona.com Sunburst Landscaping 949.632.0081 24382 Del Prado, www.infi nitysurf.com ATTORNEY www.sunlandscape.webs.com 949.493.3670 Jack’s Surfboards 949.276.8080 CHICK’S PLUMBING, INC. 34320 Pacifi c Coast Hwy, www.jackssurfboards.com James D. 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www.danapointtimes.com December 24–30, 2010 • Dana Point Times • Page 19 DP LIVING SUDOKU by Myles Mellor PROFILES OF OUR COMMUNITY Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9X9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3X3 squares. To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium

Last week’s solution: SOLUTION DP SOLUTION Dana Point SOLUTION SOLUTION 4 See today’s solution in next week’s issue. And the Winners Are… Dana Point Harbor announces the winners of the 36th Annual Harbor Boat Parade of Lights By Andrea Swayne Best Use of Color Under 30’ #101 Rub Dana Point Times N Tug, Shaun Flowers Best Use of Color Under 30’ Runner Up #54 Mer Sea, Chuck Gramlich et wintry weather did nothing to W dampen the spirits of the partici- Best Use of Color 30’ Over #73 Shannon pants at the wrap up of this year’s Rose, Shaun Keating Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade of Lights on Best Use of Color 30’ Over Runner Up Saturday night. Perhaps the great weather #53 Alcyone, Stephan Williams on the first weekend—December 10 and 11—and positive word of mouth about this Best Use of Lights Under 30’ #66 Sha- year’s entries provided the enthusiasm it man, Tim and Rhonda Neely took to get people to make their way to the Best Use of Lights Under 30’ Runner harbor despite the cold and rain. Up #65 Loose Wire, Ron and Charlotte This year’s theme, “Jingle Bell Rock,” Kessy provided the platform for entrants to put on a great show for spectators who were not only Best Use of Lights 30’ Over #107 JTM, treated to beautiful floating light displays the Morales Family Trust but also rockin’ tunes and some very fun Best Use of Lights 30’ Over Runner Up costumes and dancing from the boat crews. #80 Nowhere Bar, Michael Grover There were numerous dancing Santas and even an Elvis sighting. Most Original Under 30’ # 113 Mare Photo by Michael Abbinante/photoartbymichael.com Over 95 boats participated in this—the Azul, Jeff and Roz Powers 36th annual—Parade of Lights and after four Most Original Under 30’ Runner #101 Rub n Tug, Shaun Flowers Chick’s Plumbing Flush Cup for Team- nights of careful consideration by a different Up #11 Lady Lisa, Lisa Warner and Dave work #13 Pirate – Art Wiechmann judging panel each night, the winners were Plotnik Best Powerboat 30’ Over #57 Fins, Jon announced on Sunday morning Segal Dana Point Boater’s Association To see more photos, log on to www.dan- Most Original 30’ Over #53 Alcyone, Best Powerboat 30’ Over Runner Up – Spirit Award #80 Nowhere Bar – Michael apointharbor.com and www.danapointtimes. Stephan Williams #80 Nowhere Bar, Michael Grover Grover com. Photos are also available for purchase Most Original 30’ Over Runner Up #18 at www.photoartbymichael.com. DP Roller, Mike and Diane Hatcher Yacht Club with Most Entries Dana Chamber of Commerce – Best Crew #93 Point Yacht Club Star Dream – Evelyn Uzzo RESULTS Best Theme Under 30’ #2 Doheny Doll, Charles Micalizzi Supervisor’s Cup Under 30’ #2 Doheny Coffee Importers – Latte Lights Cup #2 Judges’ Picks Best Theme Under 30’ Runner Up #93 Doll, Charles Micalizzi Doheny Doll – Chuck Micalizzi Star Dream, Evelyn Uzzo Best Crew Under 30’ #25 Dog on Boat, Supervisor’s Cup 30’ Over #106 Dana Wharf Sportsfishing - Kids Cup Jim and Chrystine Snow Best Theme 30’ Over #106 Besame Besame Mucho, Dan and Lynn Hannagan #28 Dynamite – Thomas Tonini Best Crew Under 30’ Runner Up #20 Mucho, Dan and Lynn Hannagan Nauti Dogg, Dennis and Terri Pickar Best Theme 30’ Over Runner Up #107 Sponsors’ Award Winners Harbor Grill Dinghy Cup 1st Place – #114 JTM, the Morales Family Trust Winchell Dinghy, Winchell Family; 2nd Place Best Crew 30’ Over #49 Jus Playn Around, White Pelican – Best New Entry – #95 Furlough Daze, Doug Mack; 3rd Place Michael and Kay Camp Best Sailboat Under 30’ #93 Star Under 30’ #66 Shaman – Tim and Rhonda – #64 Striper, Jerry Riggs Best Crew 30’ Over Runner Up #61 Max- Dream, Evelyn Uzzo Neely well, Tom Adamson Best Sailboat Under 30’ Runner Up Hennessey’s – Best Power Boat #101 Rub #54 Mer Sea, Chuck Gramlich Dream Catcher Yachts - Best New n Tug, Shaun Flowers Best Animation Under 30’ #114 Winchell Entry Over 30’ #80 Nowhere Bar – Mi- Dinghy, the Winchell Family Best Sailboat 30’ Over #106 Besame chael Grover Fish Bucket – Best Sailboat #54 Mer Sea, Best Animation Under 30’ Runner Up Mucho, Dan and Lynn Hannagan Chuck Gramlich #20 Nauti Dog, Dennis and Terri Pickar Best Sailboat 30’ Over Runner Up #53 The Woody Cup - Small Craft Under Alcyone, Stephan Williams 30’ # 116 Cabo 21 – Gary Davis Wind & Sea – Best in Parade # 106 Best Animation 30’ Over # 78 Easy Besame Mucho, Dan and Lynn Hannagan Money, John & Crezlun Kossa Best Powerboat Under 30’ #113 Mar Carlos Mexican Restaurant Award Best Animation 30’ Over Runner Up Azul, Jeff and Roz Powers - Best Santa #18 Roller – Mike and Diane Sunset – Mayor’s Cup (Lisa Bartlett) #107 JTM, the Morales Family Trust Best Powerboat Under 30’ Runner Up Hatcher #57 Fins, Jon Segal

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SPORTS & OUTDOORS 5 BEST BETS STORIES, SCORES, SCHEDULES & MORE BASKETBALL BASKETBALL HOCKEY GIRLS SOCCER BASKETBALL Heat vs. Lakers Suns vs. Clippers Ducks vs. Kings Excalibur Tourna- Highlanders vs. Staples Center Staples Center Staples Center ment, Foothill High Anteaters Dec. 25, 2 p.m. Dec. 26, noon Dec. 26, 6 p.m. School Bren Center Dec. 27, TBA Dec. 28, 7 p.m. LeBron, D-Wade and Chris The Clippers host the Southern California’s ice Bosh head west with the Phoenix Suns at the hockey teams collide in a The Lady Dolphins get The UC Irvine Anteaters rest of the Heat team in Staples Center in a key big game with bragging prepped to take on some will host the UC Riverside tow to take on the Lakers. Western Conference rights on the line. of the best teams in the Highlanders in a key game Info: www.nba.com/lakers game. Info: www.nba. Info: www.ducks.nhl.com area as the girls compete at the Bren Center. com/clippers in the Excalibur Tourna- Info: www.ucirvinesports.com DP ment. Info: www.dhhs.net 5Dana Point December 17. GIRLS WATER POLO • The Lady Dol- Next 7 days: Dec. 27-3 at SOCC Tour- phins (10-4) played in the Villa Park Tourna- Dolphin Report ney at El Toro, TBA ment December 9-11. The girls opened with SPORTS NEWS FROM DANA HILLS HIGH SCHOOL a 13-11 loss to St. Lucy’s, but won out the By David Zimmerle GIRLS SOCCER • The Lady Dolphins rest of their games beating Vista Murrieta (5-1-2) excelled at the Aliso Cup Decem- 7-2, edging Cathedral Catholic 9-7, cruising BOYS BASKETBALL • The Dolphins Dolphins (4-4) played in the Oceanview ber 7-11 at Aliso Niguel High School past M.L. King 10-7 and winning out against (5-6) did well at the Beckman Tournament Tournament December 13-18. The team beating Palos Verdes 2-1, edging Edison San Marcos 7-6. December 14-18 winning four of fi ve games started off the tourney with a 61-20 win 1-0, shooting past upland 4-3 before losing The team then beat Northwood 9-7 played. The team tipped off the tourney against Westminster, beat Silverado 55- to powerhouse Esperanza 3-2 in penalty December 14 before losing to powerhouse with a 44-35 loss to Tustin on December 44, were then shut down by Bonita but kicks. In that crucial game, Esperanza Edison at home by the fi nal score of 13-8. 15, but went on to beat Valley Christian 63- came back to beat La Serna 56-44 on De- scored in the fi rst six minutes, but the Dana Hills went on to face JSerra on the 45, San Clemente 68-57 and host Beckman cember 18. In the win against La Serna, Lady Dolphins came back and scored in road December 21. 51-40. In the win against Beckman, Jeremy which was the consolation game, Kristi the fi nal four minutes off a header from Next 7 days: N/A Bass and Jared Moore each led with 14 Nishihira led the team with 17 points Emma Gullickson and assisted by a throw points apiece, while Moore had a team while Haley Nordbak had 14 points in the in from Kaitlin Dickmann. WRESTLING • Several Dolphin wres- high seven rebounds. The team then went game. The team went on to defeat Mission tlers competed at the TC Duals at Temescal on to play Huntington Beach at El Toro Next 7 days: N/A Viejo 1-0 on December 14 before rolling Canyon December 10-11 and then the team High School on December 22. past Newport Harbor 3-0 on December faced El Toro in its fi rst Sea View League Next 7 days: Dec. 27-30 at Desert Heat BOYS SOCCER • The Dolphins 17. The girls then played Trabuco Hills at dual of the season on December 14. Dana Classic in Cathedral City, TBA (1-4-1) were shut out on the road 3-0 home on December 21. Hills then participated in The Bash at Mis- by Edison on December 15. The team Next 7 days: Dec. 27-30 at Excalibur sion Oak December 20-21. GIRLS BASKETBALL • The Lady then went on to play Laguna Beach on Tournament at Foothill High School, TBA Next 7 days: N/A

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WSA Gatorade Championship Tour Event No. 5 Dec. 4-5, Oceanside, South Jetty Local fi nishers only. MICRO GROM BOYS/GIRLS U9: 2. Trevor Mezak, San Juan Capist- rano. MICRO GROM BOYS/GIRLS LB U9: 3. Eland Hansler, San Clemente. BOYS/GIRLS U10: 3. Crosby Colapinto, San Clemente. BOYS U14: 2. Griffi n Colapinto, San Clemente; 3. Davis Freud, Dana Point; 5. Corey Colapinto, San Clemente. BOYS U16: 1. Kevin Schulz, San Clemente; 5. Ethan Carlston, San Clemente; 6. Daniel Tieman, San Clemente. BOYS U18: 4. Ian Simmons, San Clemente. GIRLS U14: 2. Tia Blanco, San Clemente. GIRLS U16: 1. LuLu Erkeneff, Dana Point; 2. Kulia Doherty, San Clemente; 5. Tia Blanco, San Clemente; 6. Bleu Archbold, Dana Point. GIRLS U18: 1. Kulia Doherty, San Clemente; 4. Lani Doherty, San Cle- mente. BOYS LB U14: 1. Noah Atwood, Capistrano Beach; 2. Mason Shaw, Capistrano Beach; 3. Jacob Atwood, Capistrano Beach; 4. Rio Donaldson, Capistrano Beach; 5. Michael Tilly, Capistrano Beach; 6. Ethan Mudge, Capistrano Beach. JR. LONGBOARD U18: 4. Matthew Elias-Calles, San Clemente; 5. Dylan Cox, Capistrano Beach. GIRLS LONGBOARD U14: 1. Rachael Tilly, Capistrano Beach; 2. Tia Blanco, San Clemente. GIRLS LB U18: 1. Rachael Tilly, Capistrano Beach; 2. Tory Gilkerson, San Clemente; 3. LuLu Erkeneff, Dana Point; 4. Karina Rozunko, San Clemente; 6. Emmy Lombard, San Clemente. MEN 18-29: 1. Ricky Lovato, San Clemente; 3. Levi Gregory, San Clemente. LEGENDS 50+: 2. Kyle Twitchell, San Clemente. OPEN WOMEN: 6. Madi Swayne, San Clemente. OPEN MEN LB: 3. Rick Ekstein, Dana Point. Dana Hills High School girls Junior Varsity water polo team with their third place trophy from the WOMEN’S LB 18+: 1. Sheri Crummer, San Clemente. 12th Annual Western High School Junior Varsity Ladies Water Polo Tournament. Photo by Andrea Swayne Volcom Qualifying Series, Seaslug Series, LA County Dec. 4, Manhattan Beach, El Porto Dolphins Girls Junior Varsity Water Polo First place and local fi nishers only. PRO/AM: 1. Bobby Okvist, Newport Beach, $500. JUNIORS: 1. Kelly Zaun, Manhattan Beach, $250; 2. Scott Weinhardt, Dana Point; 4. Logan The girls Junior Varsity water polo team at Dana Hills High School brought home the Laubach, San Clemente. GROMS: 1. Jake Marshall, Encinitas; 3. Josh Benjoya, Dana Point. third place trophy at the 12th Annual 2010 Western High School Junior Varsity Ladies Water SQUIDS: 1. Nicholas Marshall, Encinitas. GIRLS: 1. Natalie Anzivino, South Bay; 2. Kulia Polo Tournament earlier this month. Doherty, San Clemente; 3. Lani Doherty, San Clemente. Coach Paul Cruzan said he is very proud of the girls’ efforts at the tournament and the We want to run your scores, results and announcements in “Scoreboard.” way they are playing as a team. Congratulations girls! —AS E-mail [email protected] by each Monday at 5 p.m.

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