April 26, 2018

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Reserve Files Restraining Order against Toll Roads

THE LATEST: The latest edition to San Clemente’s fight against the Transportation Corridor Agencies’ (TCA) proposal to put a toll road through San Clemente took place last week, when members of The Reserve Corporation filed a restraining order against any toll road construction south of Oso Parkway in Mission Viejo.

“We filed an application…for a preliminary injunction blocking the TCA from moving forward with the proposals they’ve brought forward to extend the 241,” said Dan Bane, a local environmental attorney who has worked with anti-toll road organizations in San Clemente.

The application was denied, but Bane said the plan is to refile the motion in order to give the judge enough time to decide. The first time the application was denied, Bane said, was due to short notice of the demand.

The Reserve’s lawsuit joins the city’s lawsuit against the TCA’s protective agreement that excludes areas where a toll road could have been constructed. That agreement was forged between the Save San Onofre Coalition and the TCA in 2016.

WHAT’S NEXT: Currently, there is a bill in the state Legislature that, if passed, would restrict the 241 Toll Road to its current terminus at Oso Parkway and prevent the TCA from extending that route through the 91. The bill’s introduction states that the existing law for the 241 permits it through San Clemente to connect to Interstate 5. The bill, AB 2796, was introduced by Assemblyman Rocky Chavez of the 76th district. Chavez, a Republican, is currently running for Congress in the 49th district, which includes San Clemente. —Eric Heinz

OC Board of Supervisors Reject Mayors’ Proposal for Santiago Canyon Shelter

THE LATEST: A meeting took place on April 19 at the Ole Hanson Beach Club in San Clemente where the mayors of

Orange County cities met to decide where to put a regional homeless shelter. It appeared as though they had come up with a solution and recommended that a space in the outskirts of Orange County, an old and unused elementary school, would work.

But the Orange County Board of Supervisors rejected the idea late Tuesday, April 24 after a closed-session meeting.

“I understand the urgency to house the homeless, but placing them in a brand new $6.8-million project built for families perhaps is not the answer,” said Supervisor Todd Spitzer, who represents the district where the shelter would have been located, in a statement on April 20. “Any place that has ‘Baby & Me Storytime’ should not be under consideration. In addition, the state has designated this area a ‘Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone.’”

Southern Orange County cities have been criticized by northern cities as not doing their diligence in providing adequate space and resources for a homeless shelter. The cities of Irvine, Laguna Niguel and Huntington Beach pushed back against the supervisors after it was suggested to put tent encampments on county-owned land within the cities.

Last week, the nonprofit iHope took members of the press through several sites in South Orange County that could be turned into shelters. City managers pushed back on the notion and said that they have procedures already in place.

“All of us have established formal relationships with nonprofit service providers like Family Assistance Ministries (FAM) and others who have proven track records of service to our community,” San Clemente City Manager James Makshanoff said in a press release on April 20. “We will continue to work through those well-established and community-supported organizations to address these issues.”

The mayors sent a letter to Supervisor Lisa Bartlett stating that the Santiago Canyon site would be the best location. It wasn’t enough to garner support.

“The mayors of the South Orange County SPA (service plan area) are ready to take all steps necessary to move forward expediently with the site as an emergency homeless shelter,” a letter signed by the South County mayors stated. “The cities also understand that the court is ready to assist jurisdictions in this process should legal challenges arise. The county has direct experience in developing and implementing such a plan, having recently done so in less than 90 days at The Courtyard (former OCTA bus depot) in Santa Ana. The site’s smaller size and current improvements to electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems, should enable the site to be quickly opened.”

WHAT’S NEXT: Developments regarding the issues related to homeless populations in Orange County have been coming

at rapid pace. San Clemente Times will provide more information as it becomes available. —EH

San Clemente Hospital: Two Years Later

THE LATEST: San Clemente has been without a hospital for two years now, and the consequences of a lawsuit related to its closure have sat in waiting in federal court ever since.

Officials with MemorialCare Health System, the owner of Saddleback Memorial Medical Center when it was operational and the current owner of the property, said they are waiting for Judge David O. Carter’s decision.

The case is kind of in two parts: The first is to decide whether or not San Clemente’s zoning ordinance that was adopted in 2016 is compliant, and if so what damages are awarded. But if the judge finds the city’s ordinance was not compliant, the civil case would go to trial to determine what MemorialCare is owed.

The lawsuit the health services provider filed in 2016 demands $42.5 million from the city of San Clemente.

“It would (determine) the damages of the taking of space, if the court found that the city’s zoning was illegitimate,” said City Attorney Scott Smith, adding that if the court ruled in favor of the city, “I don’t know if that would be the end of it. We think that would probably resolve the dispute. I think the city is having the same hope that the property could be actively marketed as a hospital. They want it to be utilized for the designated space, and that’s been kind of the whole issue, whether the owner has been trying to keep it closed or sell it.”

Tony Struthers, vice president of

Saddleback Medical Center, submitted a statement after receiving questions from the San Clemente Times

“A hearing on the first stage of the case occurred back in February, and the court will be rendering a decision on that part of the case,” Struthers said. “The second phase of the case deals with other issues and will proceed later this year on a separate track.”

Mostly what San Clemente locals have wanted is a hospital, no matter who operates it. As MemorialCare owns the San Clemente property, located at 600 Camino De Los Mares, the operators wanted to turn the facility into an urgent care location. But residents and City Council at the time rejected that notion, opining for an emergency room and hospital facilities.

In 2016, the city zoned the property as required to provide emergency services. That initiated the federal lawsuit from MemorialCare, which claimed the city “spot zoned” the land on which the hospital sits. Best, Best & Krieger, LLP and City Attorney Scott Smith have been arguing on the side of the city to defend its actions.

A decision on whether the city was within its right to do so was expected to be announced in late February or March, but the federal judge who is hearing the case is also hearing the lawsuit between Orange County Catholic Worker and the County of Orange regarding what to do with homeless people who were removed from the Santa Ana riverbed and Civic Center. Therefore, it’s been pushed back for weeks, almost months.

WHAT’S NEXT: The schedule for the trial date for the second phase of the lawsuit is scheduled for Nov. 14 with deadlines for filing motions scheduled intermittently throughout that time. —EH

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Underwater Torpedo League Playoffs, Aqua Bowl II return to Aquatics

Center

THE LATEST: As the Underwater Torpedo League (UTL) continues to grow, another set of championship weekends has been scheduled.

On Saturday, April 28, the playoff round robin tournament will take place featuring teams from San Clemente, the University of San Diego and Oceanside.

The matches are live-streamed on a television above water so people can see what’s taking place.

“The UTL is an underground sport, founded in Southern California, that is played in the deep end of swimming pools between two teams of five players,” according to a press release from the UTL. “The object of the game is to deposit a water torpedo through a hockey goal while remaining underwater.”

WHAT’S NEXT: The playoffs are 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, April 28 at the San Clemente Aquatics Center. Aqua Bowl II will be the same time and location on Saturday, May 5.

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Horse Stable in San Juan Capistrano Quarantined For Equine Herpesvirus

Six horses in total have tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), a potentially fatal virus, at Sycamore Trails Stables in San Juan Capistrano as of Wednesday, April 25, since a two-week quarantine began on Friday, April 13 when a first horse tested positive and was placed in isolation.

Sycamore Trails Stables Manager Dave Provence confirmed that one of its horses tested positive for EHV-1 and the stables will be in quarantine. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) issued a statement on April 13 that a horse from an Orange County facility was isolated after testing positive for the virus. The CDFA statement has not included that Sycamore Trails Stables is the Orange County facility that is under quarantine. The horse that first tested positive, a 17-year-old gelding, has taken residence at Sycamore Trails Stables for years, Sycamore Trails Co-Manager Roxanne Euhus said. The gelding was diagnosed outside of the stables at a hospital, showing neurological symptoms of EHV-1, and is currently in a hospital in San Luis Rey, Euhus said.

There are two forms of the virus, one is

UTL is also planning another beach cleanup in San Clemente in May as well to maintain the areas around the San Clemente Pier. For more information and for updates, visit www.facebook.com/underwatertorpedoleague or www.underwatertorpedoleague.com. —EH

City Seeks to Fill Vacant Positions in Aquatics Services

THE LATEST: The city of San Clemente has several vacancies open in its Beaches, Parks & Recreation division, including pool lifeguard (part-time), water safety instructor (part-time), and aquatics specialist (full-time) at San Clemente Aquatics Center and Ole Hanson Beach Club.

All San Clemente aquatics positions require varying levels of American Red Cross certifications, and interested people must visit www.san-clemente.org/jobs to find out more information.

For those interested in earning the required certifications to become a pool lifeguard or water safety instructor, there will be two “affordably priced” American Red Cross certification courses at the San Clemente Aquatics Center. The Lifeguard Academy will offer certification in lifeguard training, CPR for the professional

rescuer, first aid with Title 22 Upgrade, and Oxygen Administration. The next Academy begins on Friday, April 27 and spots are still available.

WHAT’S NEXT: This academy course will offer the American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification to all qualified participants. The next WSI course begins on May 18. Register online

respiratory and the other is a neurological form of the disease, also known as Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM). EHM may be caused by damage to blood vessels of the brain and spinal cord associated with EHV-1 infection, according to the CDFA.

“To date, there have been five confirmed febrile cases of EHV-1 and the one index case of (EHM) which remains isolated and quarantined off site,” a CDFA statement said on Tuesday, April 24. “Staff continues to be onsite monitoring the situation.”

The EHM case remains quarantined and isolated offsite and continues to show clinical improvements, the CDFA state-

ment said.

The EHM case remains quarantined and isolated offsite and continues to show clinical improvements, the CDFA statement said. It is unclear which strain of EHV-1 the other two horses have.

A sign that read “Attention, No Horses May Leave This Facility” was posted at the entrance of Sycamore Trails Stables, in addition to caution tape and “Under Quarantine, Stop, Disease Prevention Control Area” signs posted across the Sycamore Barn of the stables. EHV-1 does not affect humans, but humans can carry the virus, Provence said.

“Because (the virus) is communicable and it has an incubation period of about

for either of these courses by visiting www.san-clemente.org/recreation.

If aquatics is not your specialty, the Recreation Division is also seeking qualified recreation leaders who have a passion for youth programming, customer service and special events. For questions regarding certification courses, contact the San Clemente Aquatics Center at 949. 429.8797. —Staff

2-10 days, that’s why we have the quarantine,” Provence said. —Emily Rasmussen

DANA POINT

Dana Point Man Charged with Four Counts of Sexual Misconduct with a Minor

The Orange County District Attorney’s office has charged Bradley Thomas Williams, 34, of Dana Point, with four counts of felony sexual misconduct with a 13-year-old female from Huntington Beach. Court records show Williams was charged with intent to commit a crime, meeting a minor to commit lewd conduct and lewd or lascivious acts with a minor younger than 14 years old.

If convicted, Williams could face a maximum sentence of 13 years in state prison.

The events occurred between June 1 and Aug. 30, 2015.

Williams is one of four men who have been charged for contacting the 13-yearold female. Dwight Castaldi,42, of Palm Beach, Florida; Christian Palmer, 27, of Sacramento; and Sohrab Anaraki, 33, of Topanga, who according to Huntington Beach Police Services used fake names on several social media platforms including MyLOL, Snapchat, KIK, Skype and Facebook, to communicate with the female.

The four men allegedly do not know one another.

Detectives suspect there may be additional victims in the case. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Huntington Beach Police Services information hotline at 714.375.5066. Anonymous tips can be made to the WeTip hotline at 800.782.7463. —Daniel Ritz

NEWS BITES

BY STAFF

City Service Applications

Accepted through May 29

The city of San Clemente is accepting applications to fill vacancies on the city’s Planning Commission, Golf Course Committee, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission, Human Affairs Committee, Coastal Advisory Committee, Investment Advisory Committee, and Friends of the Reserve Commission (city at-large position and Talega homeowner representative). All positions are for two-year terms, except the city at-large position to the Friends of the Reserve Commission, which is a threeyear term. City residency is required for all positions, except the industry specialist position on the Investment Advisory Committee. The Talega representative to the Friends of the Reserve Commission must be a homeowner in the Talega area of the city. Access the city’s website at www.sanclemente.org to apply. Applications can be obtained from the city’s website, by calling 949.361.8200, or by sending an email to beyerl@san-clemente.org. Applications are due to the City Clerk’s Office by 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 29, which is located at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente. The City Council will conduct interviews and make appointments at its meetings of June 13 and 14. Applicants will be notified relative to the date, time and location of their interview. For further information, call the City Clerk’s Office at 949.361.8345.

Golf Club Donations for Marines

For the last several years, the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course has provided Marines and their families with free golf lessons. Some of the students have no clubs of their own. Donate unused clubs or unused golf equipment to the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course. Drop them off by the course at 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente. 949.361.8384. www. san-clemente.org/recreation-community/ golf.

SCHS Dance Program Presents Spring Concert

This Weekend

The San Clemente High School (SCHS) dance department will present its 2018 two-night concert, April 27 and 28, titled “Unbound.” The performance will feature more than 100 SCHS students including the National Championship Dance Team. Tickets can be purchased at www. schsdanceteam.com or the night of the event and cost $15 for adults and $10 for students and children.

This year’s concert features the dance

Community Meetings

SUNDAY, APRIL 29

DEL MAR FARMERS’ MARKET

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Bundles of flowers, fresh produce and much more every Sunday. Avenida Del Mar.

TUESDAY, MAY 1

SUNRISE ROTARY

7:15 a.m. San Clemente Sunrise Rotary meets every Tuesday at Talega Golf Course Signature Grille. 990 Avenida Talega. www.scsunriserotary.com.

SAN CLEMENTE TOASTMASTERS

team’s national championship dance, “Welcome to Legoland” as well as four state championship dances. This year’s co-ed dance features the music from “Mamma Mia” and more than 20 SCHS boys.

During Saturday’s intermission, the SCHS Dance Team will receive a proclamation from the San Clemente City Council presented by Mayor Tim Brown.

The concert will also feature all of the dance programs at San Clemente High School including the International Baccalaureate dance classes featuring a Bollywood dance. Two College and Career Advantage (formerly known as ROP) classes will also perform.

For more information about the SCHS Dance Team 2018 Concert and to purchase tickets, visit www.schsdanceteam. com.

i-5 Freedom Network to Celebrate Third Birthday

Join the i-5 Freedom Network to celebrate its third birthday at Pizza Port, located at 301 N. El Camino Real, from 5-10 p.m. on Sunday, May 6. Beer specials and raffles will be open to the public.

The nonprofit organization was founded three years ago by getting unanimous support from San Clemente City Council for its efforts to educate people about human trafficking.

“Since then, the San Clemente-based nonprofit has brought awareness and training to multiple community groups and businesses with the goal of providing tools to identify and report human trafficking,” a press release from the network stated.

“Some audiences include San Clemente Presbyterian Church, TSA supervisors of LAX, San Clemente Police Services, Rotary International, Kiwanis San Clemente,

Family Assistance Ministries, neighborhood watch groups, Evolution Hospitality, H&HS, Camp Pendleton NCOs, Academy of Hospitality Attorneys, and the California Hotel & Lodging Association.”

The organization’s newest program serves survivors of human trafficking. A top challenge to survivors is sustainable employment and the i-5 Freedom Network is working to close that gap with their Way2Work program that combines seminar training and interview opportunities.

Partnering with Dale Carnegie of OC, the i-5 Freedom Network is offering a professional skills seminar series for survivors ready to move forward. Successful completion of the seminars will make them eligible for a job interview with participating businesses.

For more information, call 929.373.3638 (929-FREE-NET) or email info@i5freedomnetwork.org.

Heritage Foundation of San Clemente to Host First Flag Raising Ceremony

The first flag raising ceremony to carry on the tradition of George Key will take place this Friday, April 27.

Al Ehlow, a former member of the Marine Corps and San Clemente chief of police services, will be recognized. Ehlow was the last police chief when the city had its own police department. He was a former Marine and the commandant of the Marine Corps League for many years.

The ceremony will take place at 4 p.m. at 100 Avenida Presidio in San Clemente.

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7 p.m. The club meets every Tuesday, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. for social and networking time. San Clemente Baha’i Center. 3316 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente. 805.794.0653. www.sanclementetoastmasters. toastmastersclubs.org.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

6 p.m. The San Clemente City Council will conduct its regularly scheduled meeting. 100 Avenida Presidio. 949.361.8200. www.san-clemente.org.

BECAUSE I LOVE YOU (BILY) MEETING

6:30-8:30 p.m. Meets every Tuesday. Because I Love You (BILY) helps parents find solutions to any crisis they are experiencing due to their children’s (adult or minor) poor choices. Presbyterian Church. 119 Avenida De La Estrella. www.bilysc.org.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 2

KIWANIS SAN CLEMENTE

Noon. Kiwanis San Clemente works to help maintain the quality of life for all people through volunteerism. Fratello’s Italian Restaurant, 647 Camino De Los Mares, Suite 126. 949.366.5423. www.sanclementekiwanis.com.

SAN CLEMENTE ROTARY

Noon. The San Clemente Rotary meets every Wednesday at the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course Wedgewood Restaurant. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena. 949.233.7981. www.sanclementerotary.org.

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

6 p.m. The San Clemente Planning Commission will host its regularly scheduled meeting. 100 Avenida Presidio. 949.361.8200. www.san-clemente.org.

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Kids Are Making Some Big Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes

Was it really 50 years ago that one million people filled the streets of our nation demanding we stop the Vietnam War? That Baby Boomer generation marched to end the slaughter of thousands of teenage American kids who were being killed in the name of protecting America’s freedoms. President Richard Nixon labeled them as communist dupes. Vice President Spiro Agnew labeled them nattering nabobs. Some religious leaders called them spoiled brats. “America, love it or leave it,” they sneered. But a funny thing happened: the war was forced to end. Black people won the right to vote. Corrupt leaders’ crimes were exposed. And America became a better place—more honest, more egalitarian and more idealistic.

Now, the Boomer’s children and grandchildren are marching. They too are protesting the slaughter of teens. And once again they are scorned and threatened by old and bitter partisans who cannot see the tide of history changing. This Millennial generation, however, seems far better prepared than the Boomers—more eloquent, tolerant and disciplined; more tempered in their efforts—and perhaps far more effective. By responding peace-

Letters to the Editor

CITY COUNCIL SHOULD OPPOSE SB 54 PROVISIONS

KEITH AIKEN, San Clemente

San Clemente is a city of law and order. We respect our federal, state and local law enforcement that keep our communities safe. So, it makes no sense to sit back and do nothing about a sanctuary state law that makes the job of law enforcement officials more dangerous, difficult and our communities less safe.

It’s our duty to join more than a dozen, and growing, Orange and San Diego County cities and proclaim our opposition to California’s sanctuary state law.

The issue is not about opposition to immigrants—as critics allege—but about keeping “illegal alien” criminals from entering or re-entering our communities.

We need our City Council to stand up for what is right and proclaim our city’s

fully, intelligently, morally, they shame their mocking attackers. As David Bowie noted years ago “…and these children that you spit on, as they try to change their world, are immune to your consultations; they’re quite aware of what their going though.”

WAVELENGTHS

By Jim Kempton

These students have substituted the National Rifle Association for a better way. Whether it be black lives, student lives, brave military lives or desperate refugee lives, these kids believe they matter.

When students in the 1960s rose up, priests and pastors, rabbis and rock stars rose with them, putting their conscience on the line and their morals where their mouths were. Can anyone forget Bob Dylan’s poignant plea for the kids support?

“Come mothers and fathers from throughout the land, And don’t criticize what you can’t understand.

Your sons and your daughters are beyond your command, Your old world is rapidly agin’… Please get out of the new one if you can’t

opposition to this state law. Please make the time to contact our City Council and let them know that you oppose the sanctuary state law. The email addresses can be found on our city’s website at www.sanclemente.org/government/city-council, or better yet, give them a call.

HYPOCRITE HIKERS

STEVE NETHERBY, San Clemente

Hiking one of my favorite local trails—a winding sage-scented mountainside singletrack created by mountain bikers for mountain bikers and me—the other day, I came across a tossed wrapper for “salted watermelon organic energy chews.” As I picked it up and stuffed it into my pocket, I started thinking about signs I see constantly on my hikes of what I call hypocrite hikers/bikers.

Think about it: This person opts for organic; elects to nurture a clean, healthy body as they exercise muscles, lungs and heart outdoors; probably preaches their clean, organic, style of outdoor living to families and friends, then thoughtlessly pollutes the planet as they pursue their sport, knowing

lend your hand.”

Mothers, fathers, soldiers and students stood for something bigger than a tax break or another brick in the wall. They didn’t stand so much for making America great, because it was understood that the real America was already great—they stood for making America good.

Today, young people are standing again. But here is the big difference: these kids are not planning to tune in, turn on and drop out – they are planning to read up, write up and step up – right to the ballot box. Four million high school students turn 18 this year. And another four million for the next three years after. Politicians should remember this Bob Dylan verse:

“Come senators, congressmen please heed the call, Don’t stand in the doorway, don’t block up the hall.

For he that gets hurt will be he who has stalled.

There’s a battle outside and its ragin’. It’ll soon shake your windows and rattle your walls,

For the times they are a-changin’.”

Isaiah said, “And a child shall lead them.” God bless the child.

Jim Kempton is a writer and surfer who loves to cook. He’s not tryin’ to cause a big sensation, just talking ’bout this generation. SC

you and I will have to pick up after them. Then there’s the dog owner who selfrighteously plucks a doggie bag (Good for them!) out of the trailhead dispenser, then keeps it in their pocket and walks on if there’s no one else in sight when their dog does his number on the trail, or who fails to deploy the bag when their pup poops in the dirt on the edge of the paved path (where I usually walk because it’s easier on the joints), setting up an unsuspecting wild animal for a domestic-animal gut disease. Or, perhaps worst in the environmental scheme of things, bags the poop and leaves the bag beside the trail—donating plastic as well as poop to the ecosystem.

I admit, I don’t pick up every piece of trash I walk by on the trail, and I feel hypocritical when I choose not to. But I do stuff as much trash in my daypack as my pace and purpose permit and make it a point to pick up at least one thing on every hike, so I feel I’ve left the trail a little better than I found it. They say you can judge your character by what you do when no one is watching. I try not to forget that the hiker/biker behind me is watching.

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TREAT THE HOMELESS AS HUMAN BEINGS

PASTOR

BRENDA BOS, Christ Lutheran Church, San Clemente

Thank you for your cover story “The Humane Condition” in your April 12-18 issue of the San Clemente Times. It’s important we know the stories of those who live on the street. We are in trouble as a society when we lump everyone together as “the homeless” or talk about “the homeless problem.” As soon as we forget they are real people with real stories, we are destined to dehumanize them to the point of disregard or even violence.

Gandhi said, “A nation’s greatness is measured by how it treats its weakest members.”

The people who live on our streets are our most vulnerable. They may have unfortunate ways of expressing that, which might include antisocial or disruptive behavior. Our homeless need specific, individualized care, not hatred. We need to bring them into a relationship on whatever level they can receive it.

I am glad Orange County leaders are making real strides to offer housing and additional services to our weakest members. Yes, it’s true, there are people living on the street who tell us they prefer the carefree lifestyle, but please consider anyone who lives outside away from people has had many unfortunate circumstances or decisions that led to their situation. As a society, we need to offer thoughtful compassion, even to those who live differently than we do. I am hoping the city of San Clemente will follow the lead of neighboring cities and offer permanent supported housing as well as mental health and addiction services. We are so blessed to live here; we have a moral imperative to care for those who do not have enough.

GET INVOLVED AT BUDGET MEETINGS

LINDA WILLAMS, San Clemente

The city will hold a budget workshop/ hearing on May 21 and then a City Council meeting on June 5 for consideration of adopting the fiscal year 2018-19 budget.

The meeting is set for 4-8 p.m. at the City Council Chambers, located at 100 Avenida Presidio.

Let’s be proactive instead of reactive. I hope that public comments will be scheduled at both the start and end of the meeting.

If you agree or have something to add or perhaps want to request a later start time, email Erik Sund, the assistant city manager, at sunde@san-clemente.org.

POLITICAL DECEIT INFLUENCES GUN DEBATE

PAUL A. WEHRLE, M.D. Col, USA (ret.), San Clemente

Regarding a letter submitted in the April 5-11 edition of the San Clemente Times, “What I Really Think Caused the Florida School Shooting,” to allege that President Barack Obama and then-Attorney General

Eric Holder did “everything they could to destabilize and promote lawlessness in this country” is an absurd, irresponsible and frankly un-American statement.

If anything, I would submit that Donald J. Trump has truly been guilty of such behavior.

Second, “The Promise Program,” a program that was developed in Broward County by school and other local authorities to include the police department, has been helpful and deemed successful. It has helped students who have committed a minor or nonviolent offense. Yes, there was definitely a lapse with reporting concerns about Mr. Cruz, the alleged shooter at the school, to proper authorities and taking subsequent appropriate action, but that had absolutely nothing to do with this program.

Third, this program was hardly “insidious or callous.” It was open, transparent and a success that had no provision to ignore or deflect potentially serious or dangerous student behavior.

Fourth, lawlessness has simply not taken over this country in the name of fake statistics to promote any Democratic agenda. That, simply, is a slanderous, dishonest and disrespectful allegation on your part.

Lastly, the factions named in the letter are not out to “destroy your Second Amendment rights,” though that is what the right-wingers want people to believe. The Second Amendment is hopelessly outdated and derives from a distant time when we might have really needed a “well-armed” militia. Now, it is primarily a facade that the NRA, the gun manufacturers, the gun lobbyists and the right-wing advocates all hide behind so as not to be forced to confront, in a constructive manner, the reality of continued mass gun violence and slaughter of our children and other innocent citizens (not just in Broward County). The Democrats and liberal members of our society are not out to disarm responsible gun owners and citizens, but rather seek to promote more sensible gun laws so that future Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shootings will be much less likely to occur.

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GETTING OUT SC

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

The List

What’s going on in and around town this week

COMPILED BY STAFF

Thursday | 26

‘VANYA & SONYA & MASHA & SPIKE’

7 p.m. (2 p.m. Sunday matinee) The latest Cabrillo Playhouse creation Vanya & Sonya & Masha & Spike will run through May 13. Tickets are $20. The play runs Thursday, Friday and Saturdays with Sunday matinees. Vanya and his adopted sister Sonya live a quiet life in the Pennsylvania farmhouse where they grew up. Masha returns, not only unexpectedly but with her 20-something boy toy, Spike. A weekend of rivalry, regret and raucousness begins. 202 Avenida Cabrillo. 949.492.0465. www.cabrilloplayhouse.org.

Friday | 27

LIVE MUSIC AT IVA LEE’S

7 p.m. Join Iva Lee’s for live music every Wednesday through Sunday. For the ultimate live music experience, be sure to reserve a lounge table on Fridays and Saturdays. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.361.2855. www.ivalees.com.

LIVE MUSIC: WATERMAN’S HARBOR

4-7 p.m. Join Waterman’s Harbor for live music with Hans & Janine every Friday. Waterman’s Harbor. 34661 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 949.764.3474. www.watermandp.com.

ORANGE COUNTY WINE CRUISE

5:30 p.m. Join Dana Wharf for a 90-minute evening cruise aboard the luxury catamaran. The cruises run Friday and Sunday evenings. Tickets are $49. Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching. 34675 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 949.496.5794. www.danawharf.com.

Saturday | 28

TALEGA RUN CLUB

7:30 a.m. Whether you are about to tackle your first 5K or you are just keeping your cardio and running prowess in top form, be sure to stop by Peet’s Coffee in Talega. Every Saturday a group of runners of varying skill level take a brisk three-mile run around a predetermined course. Admission is free. 801 Avenida Talega, San Clemente. 949.588.5054. www.facebook. com/2XUSanClemente.

EDITOR’S PICK

SUNDAY, APRIL 29: DANA POINT GRAND PRIX

7 a.m. The Dana Point Grand Prix is one of the most attended one-day bike festivals in the country. People from all ages come to experience a celebration of bikes throughout the day. With separate races for men, women and children, there is a competition for everyone. After a day of friendly competition, there are plenty of great restaurants in the Lantern District to wind down and enjoy a great meal. Dana Point Lantern District. 949.280.7303. www.danapointgrandprix.com.

SATURDAYS AT THE SWALLOW’S INN

2:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Live music from rotating bands at the Swallow’s Inn. Burgers and wings from Lisa’s Kitchen also are available. 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.3188. www.swallowsinn.com.

RELAY FOR LIFE KICK-OFF

3-7 p.m. Volunteers from Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, Laguna Beach, Laguna Niguel Newport Beach and San Clemente have joined together to celebrate cancer survivors, remember those lost to cancer, and to fight back against cancer. Relay for life isn’t until July, but organizers are hosting a kick-off event. Join the volunteers between Tilly’s and H&M, for presentations, refreshments and sign ups for the event. The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, Suite 150. 949.567.0602. www.relayforlife.org/coastalca.

COMEDY AT ADELE’S

7:30 p.m. Stephanie Blum will headline the live stand-up comedy show. The show will also feature Vince Harper, Mario Hirose and Paula Faust. Tickets are $15. Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn, 2600 Avenida Del Presidente. 949.481.1222. www.adelesanclementeinn.com.

Sunday | 29

YOGA ON TAP

11 a.m. Yoga on Tap is held at Left Coast’s tasting room in San Clemente. This is a one-hour yoga class, followed by a pint of beer. It’s a great way to get to know your local fellow yogis and beer drinkers. The cost is $10. Left Coast Brewery, 1251 Puerta Del Sol, San Clemente. 949.276.6014 or www.leftcoastbrewing.com.

GUIDED NATURE HIKE

8-9:15 a.m. Join an Orange County Parks Ranger for a one-mile hike around Bell Canyon in Caspers Wilderness Park. Parking is $5, the hike is free. 33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. 949.923.2210. www.ocparks.com/caspers.

Monday | 30

FREE GUITAR LESSONS

5-6 p.m. Free beginner level acoustic guitar lessons for middle school to college age youth every Monday. Guitars provided or students can bring their own. 1040 Calle Negocio, San Clemente. 949.388.0114. coamusicarts@gmail.com. www.communityoutreachalliance.com.

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CITIZEN’S 2018 CANDIDATE FORUM FOR THE 49TH CONGRESSIONAL RACE

6-7:45 p.m. Two candidates from each party for the 49th congressional race—Republicans Rocky Chavez and Brian Maryott, and Democrats Doug Applegate and Mike Levin—will be answering “kitchen table” concerns at this forum. The forum is centered around Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano. Doors open at 5 p.m. Forum is free and seating is first come, first serve. Capo Beach Church, 25975, Domingo Ave., Capistrano Beach.

BINGO AT GOODY’S

7 p.m. Every Monday, Goody’s hosts a Bingo night for a charity of the week. Cards are $1 per sleeve, and raffle prizes are offered. Goody’s Tavern. 206 S. El Camino Real. 949. 492.3400. www.goodystavern.com.

Tuesday | 01

TODDLER STORYTIME

10:30 a.m. Join the Library for stories, activities and songs for children under 3 years old. Dana Point Library. 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point. 949.496.5517. www.ocpl.org.

OPEN MIC NIGHT

6-10 p.m. Singer/songwriters perform at The Point Restaurant open mic every Tuesday. Bring your instrument and your voice; The Point supplies the sound system. 34085 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point. 949.464.5700. www.thepointrestaurantandbar.com.

Wednesday | 02

FRENCH CONVERSATION CLUB

2-4 p.m. Every Wednesday. Look for the table with the French flag surrounded by a group of people speaking French. No cost to join. Café Calypso. 114 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.493.5228, or 949.369.5482.

FREE COMEDY

8:30 p.m. Every Wednesday, free comedy at Blooms Irish Sports Bar with food and drink specials.391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.218.0120.

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT KNUCKLEHEADS

9 p.m.-1 a.m. All levels of musicians are welcome to perform at this weekly open mic. Bring your instruments, or voice, and show off your talent. 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. www.knuckleheadsmusic.com.

Thursday | 03

SC CHAMBER MAY MIXER

5:30-7:30 p.m. Join the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce for its May Mixer. This month’s event will be at the Historic Cottage at San Clemente State Beach. Cost is $10 for members and $20 for non-members. 225 Avenida Calafia. 949.492.1131. www.scchamber.com.

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At the Movies: Hedy Lamarr Was More than a ‘Bombshell’

BY MEGAN BIANCO, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

It feels crazy to associate someone as iconic and regarded as Hedy Lamarr with the word “underrated,” but she has been in many ways. For decades, film fans have viewed her as one of the most beautiful and glamorous movie stars in Hollywood history— which she is, naturally. But at home, she was also very creative and interested in science through inventions. Alexandra Dean’s recent documentary Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story sheds some light on the remarkable history and life of the film legend.

Born as Hedwig Kiesler in Vienna, Austria, Hedy spent her teens and early 20s acting in local Austrian films, most infamously the softcore-dirty flick Ecstasy (1933). By the time she was 23, L.B Mayer got her a contract with MGM, changed her name to Hedy Lamarr and

had her first Hollywood role in Algiers (1938) to positive reception. Her hit films in the 1940s would include Boom Town (1940) and Ziegfeld Girl (1941). Out of the limelight, Hedy spent most of her time inventing things like her own carbonated drink and, most notably, a frequency-hopping signal.

Dean’s documentary fortunately features a lot of commentary by Lamarr’s own children and friends, as well as noted historians like Peter Bogdanovich and Robert Osborne. Bombshell not only covers the good parts of her career, like her fascinating fling with Howard Hughes or how her frequency invention paved the way for modern WiFi, but also her unhappy marriages and unfortunate methamphetamine addiction. Bombshell will hopefully not only be seen as a love letter to its subject, but also help keep Lamarr’s legacy as an inventor alive. SC

Welcome to A NEW YOU

Finding a sense of balance

is a very personal and lifelong journey that can take years to cultivate. A healthful body and routine isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach, but rather individualistic and can change during the different phases of one’s life. That’s why our “A New You” special section this year focuses on a holistic approach to health, or, comprehensive and interconnected wellness treatment suggestions of physical, mental and social factors. South Orange County health experts explore the importance of probiotics and gut health as well as how to incorporate wellness habits at the office. We discuss alternative approaches to healing anxiety and physical pain with acupuncture and ‘floating,’ and picking out health beverages you may find in one of the lobbies of your gym or doctor’s office. Open your mind to learning about another side to healing in our 2018 wellness guide.

GUT CHECK

Probiotics, lifestyle changes are key to intestinal, overall health

BY CYNTHIA COSTA, D.C.

Recent research in functional medicine tells us that our gut is the window to our brain. As the vast majority of the nerves from the stomach go to the brain, the mix and diversity of the bacteria in our gut can greatly influence its power. Therefore, the more diverse the bacteria in our gut, otherwise known as microbiome, the healthier the person typically is, according to Why Isn’t My Brain Working? by Dr. Datis Kharrazian.

Unfortunately, people in the United States have some of the lowest rates of gut microbiome. Low diversity in gut bacteria have been correlated with obesity, heart disease, immune dysfunction and neurological diseases. Therefore, gut health is one of the most important areas of the body to focus on healing since it has a direct correlation to the brain and all bodily functions.

A typical patient question I hear is, ‘why is my gut more sensitive than the guy sitting next to me, consistently eating plates of greasy nachos with beers, feeling just fine?’

Gut symptoms can take a while to develop, as it starts with our genetic profile, but is eventually influenced by many lifestyle choices including, but not limited to: lifetime stresses, injuries, drug exposure, surgery, diet, other diseases, even how you were delivered and whether or not one was breast fed. These all affect the microbiome in the gut. Therefore, it is not practical to compare yourself to the nacho and beer guy.

Simply put, the human digestive tract starts from the mouth to the stomach where acids break down food, sending it to the small intestine, which introduces nutrients to the blood stream followed by the large intestine; which forms unwanted waste.

Severe chronic abdominal pain, excess gas, inability to digest foods, yeast overgrowth and brain fog are some of the most common symptoms associated with gut problems, from “The Neuroendocrine Immunology of Mucosal Activity” lecture by Kharrazian. The digestive tract at this point tends to be unable to release enzymes to break down our food that we need to absorb for fuel. Proper bowel movements and a healthy communication of the nervous and endocrine system are affected. The longer these symptoms are untreated, the more severe the destruction is in the lining of the gut with the potential of triggering a permanent autoimmune disease.

The ‘pro’ in probiotics

I have many patients that come in with gut symptoms

and are taking a general probiotic. The initial drawback is that one size does not fit all. There are different types of probiotics for different gut problems. For example, we would administer different probiotic strains for someone who is suffering from small intestine bacteria overgrowth, versus someone who has leaky gut disease in the large intestine, according to “The Neuroendocrine Immunology of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth” by Kharrazian. There are different strands for different gut conditions. Some conditions even call for probiotic enemas or fecal transplants—yes, it might sound crazy, but this is happening. It is important to first establish a proper diagnosis before deciding on the appropriate protocol.

Other potential natural solutions overlooked prior to adding a probiotic into a regular health routine include:

• Using an appropriate supplement for a short period of time that helps kill the overgrowth of bad bacteria.

• Eliminating sugars from the diet altogether, as sugar feeds bad bacteria. Follow a low sugar, low carb diet high in healthy fats.

• Eating fermented foods that help with digestion or consider digestive enzymes.

• Ingest L glutamine, collagen, bone broth, short chain fatty acids, butyric acid and medium-chain triglycerides oil all heal the lining of the gut and increase the gut microbiome and absorption.

• Finding tools to help you increase sleep, exercise and sweat while decreasing stress.

• Do an annual gastrointestinal cleanse to give your gut a break. A cleanse should address food changes with supplements to help maximize the results with agents that help kill bad bacteria and replenish good bacteria.

• Limit antibiotics, if needed, use a probiotics after consumption.

• Eat as many diverse kinds of plant foods that you can tolerate. Don’t be a creature of habit; go to the farmers’ market each week, find that plant that you don’t know about, then buy it and cook it.

There are many possible solutions to initially fixing the gut. Probiotics serve a useful and beneficial purpose, especially when maximized with the proper diagnosis. Diversifying gut bacteria will promote a happy and vital gut life.

Cynthia Costa, D.C., FICPA, of Costa Lifestyle Medicine, offers chiropractic services combined with a functional medicine approach and is committed to helping families and individuals reach their maximum health potential with integrative lifestyle medicine. Costa Lifestyle Medicine is located at 181 Avenida Vaquero, Ste. D, San Clemente. www.costalifestylemedicine.com. 949.218.4750.

EASTERN HEALING

Chinese medicine also includes the use of herbs, the recently popularized cupping technique, auricular therapy, scraping and more.

Traditional Chinese medicine is a more natural approach to pain, anxiety, stress relief

BY DANIEL RITZ

t has taken decades for acupuncture, formally known as traditional Chinese medicine, to be integrated into Western culture since international relations with China have opened up in the 1970s.

“We let the body heal itself,” explains Mike Hsu, acupuncturist and co-founder of Pacific Acupuncture enter in Dana Point.

Hsu and Mia Chou, fellow acupuncture practitioner and co-founder, opened Pacific Acupuncture enter in with the goal of integrating traditional Chinese medicine into Western culture.

“(I started doing acupuncture) after I had taken time off after studying biochemistry,” Chou said, reflecting on her post-graduate studies where she met Hsu. “I was uneasy about the long-term effects of all of these drugs, all of the pills; we just didn’t know the permanent impacts. We still don’t. These powerful, and addictive drugs have not been around long enough to know the long-term impacts on our health.”

For decades, traditional Chinese medicine has been largely recognized by needle acupuncture, where needle points of varying thicknesses, plugged into the skin, trigger nerves below the skin to open up damaged or blocked neurochemical and hormone passages.

Traditionally, Chinese acupuncturists believe that disease and pain is caused by a disruption of energy throughout the body, called qi. Recent fMRI studies, such as those conducted by the Neuroscience Research Institute, have validated this belief by tracing brain activity to stimulation of specific acupuncture points. However, more than needles, traditional

Chou and Hsu said the variety of traditional Chinese medicines reflect the variety of symptoms they can be utilized for, often assisting in preventing problems before they reach the necessity for Western invasive or synthetic medicines.

“Most of the time,” Hsu interjected. “We can help prevent symptoms like physical pain from reaching the levels where our patients need to come in (for treatment).”

According to su and hou, traditional Chinese medicine is a resource for those seeking relief from not only physical pain, but emotional and mental health barriers as well such as infertility, anxiety, stress, posttraumatic stress disorder and depression.

Hsu said the integration of traditional Chinese medicine into Western medicine is exactly that— an integration and not a switch.

“It isn’t a ‘this or that’ situation,” Hsu said. “Sometimes, Western medicine is appropriate, when something is structurally wrong within your body, you will need to go to the emergency room. We are looking to possibly lessen the frequencies of large-scale events, as best we can, before they get to traumatic levels.”

“We practice healthcare, not just ‘illness prevention,’” Chou said.

Insurance companies are beginning to recognize the physical benefits of traditional hinese medicine. pecifically, Chou and Hsu said some patients insured by Kaiser Permanente have seen increased insurance coverage, making acupuncture and other services provided by Pacific Acupuncture enter and other traditional Chinese medicine practitioners more accessible and affordable. Chou and Hsu recommend each interested patient contact their insurance provider first regarding coverage before scheduling an appointment.

For more information on acupuncture and Pacific Acupuncture enter, visit www.pacificacupuncture.com or call . . . Pacific Acupuncture enter is located at Pacific oast wy., uite , apistrano each. •

PRESCRIPTION NATURE

Pot or purchase these plants to promote holistic health in your home

BY MARIANNE TAYLOR

Agrowing body of research by the National Center for Biotechnology Information is confirming that a connection to nature is essential to our health and well-being. With the technological world demands, pollutants and chemicals in our food and environment, we live in a time of great imbalance. We’re trying endlessly to keep up in this fast-pace society, struggling to manage health routines, adding more anxiety and stress into our overly scheduled lives. There has never been a greater need to incorporate natural healing practices into our lives and at home to seek personal wellness.

Holistic health has been practiced for thousands of years. It is a state of balance; not simply an absence of illness but an interconnection of mind, body, spirit and the environment. In fourth century B.C., Hippocrates, the father of medicine, stressed the healing power of nature. He believed in encouraging the self-healing efforts of the body, considering the whole person, rather than focusing on specific illnesses, body parts or symptoms. Use of massage therapy, meditation, aromatherapy and yoga are common practices for connecting body-mindspirit to promote better health. Today, we are seeing a trend focusing back on holistic lifestyle choices and people are seeking ways to help

heal physical, environmental and emotional health. Healthcare providers are giving natural prescriptions to help treat a variety of medical conditions from anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes.

Nature therapy

Scientists have long known that sunlight and walking outside reduces depression. According to WebMD, as little as five minutes in a natural setting, whether gardening or moving around outside, improves mood, self-esteem and motivation.

If you spend a lot of time indoors, due to long working hours or weather conditions, poor air quality is bound to affect your health. In fact, indoor toxins can have a detrimental effect on health. Such toxins can cause allergies, asthma, inflammation, anxiety, stress and even certain types of cancer, according to a study by the National Center for Biotechnology Information.

Plants in our environment will help us breathe easier and feel better. Indoor plants promote a cleaner environment, better sleep and overall wellness. If you’re lacking in sleep, you may find trouble in decision-making, problem solving, controlling emotions and coping with change. Plants will provide better sleep by adding more oxygen to the room, according to Horticulture and Landscape Design Professor Ken Lee of Saddleback College.

“Indoor plants provide air filtering functions by increasing oxygen levels, and at the same time, remove volatile organic

compounds and other harmful chemicals from the air, promoting better rest,” said Lee.

The top air-improving plant is aloe vera. It’s easy to grow and maintain and emits oxygen at night. It’s also a great option for those looking for a low maintenance plant, as it requires minimum water and attention. In fact, the Egyptians nicknamed it the ‘plant of immortality’ because of its resilience.

The second top air-improving plant is the spider plant. NASA tests indicate this champion cleanser removes up to 90 percent of the cancer-causing chemical formaldehyde from the air.

Here are a few other plants that will help promote health in the home:

Peace Lily: Its flowers give off humidity and suppress airborne microbes; however, keep it away from children and pets since it is highly toxic if consumed.

Lavender: Known for its relaxant properties, lavender reduces insomnia, restlessness, lowers heart rate and calms agitated babies.

Jasmine: The scent is sweet to our senses, reducing anxiety.

Bamboo Palm: This plant keeps

airborne odors and toxins away and doesn’t need direct sunlight.

Rosemary: Improves air quality, memory function and reduces anxiety and stress. Try crushing some leaves in your hands and inhale.

Snake Plants: These night aspirators give off their oxygen during the hours we sleep, which is thought to boost the chances of having a good night’s rest.

Red-edged Dracaena: Brightens and purifies the home.

Areca Palm: Purifies air, lowers blood pressure and calms our mental state.

Learn more about healthful home plants by talking to a gardening specialist at Plant Depot, located at 32413 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano; at Dana Point Nursery, located at 34100 Pacific oast ighway, Dana Point; or at Shore Gardens, located at 201 S. Ola Vista, San Clemente.

Marianne Taylor is the founder and executive director of Goin Native Therapeutic Gardens, a 501(c)(3) teaching gardening and life skills as a way of empowering, engaging and connecting people. Goin Native focuses on educating local families, special needs adults, seniors, at-risk youth and members of the military.

INNER PEACE

Clear your mind from distraction, and more, through floating

BY DANIEL RITZ

Originally used to test the effects of complete sensory deprivation in the 1950s, floating via modern float tanks is becoming a popular physical and mental health practice for South Orange County residents.

“Floating” is the act of floating in a pool, or pod, of body-temperature water and Epsom salts in a room of equal temperature. Epsom salt-infused water provides adequate floatation.

Once inside the pool, or pod, a user is met with a variety of options. Some users will choose to go the way of complete sensory deprivation by turning off the lights, soundproofing the pod and eliminating all external sensory input. This assists the user in achieving a completely internal experience, alone with their thoughts and without the possibility of external distraction. Many practitioners describe this as rapid encouragement to reaching a meditative state.

Justin Feinstein, director of the LIBR Float Clinic & Research Center, the principal investigator at the Laureate Institute for Brain Research and an assistant professor at the University of Tulsa, believes floating could be a shortcut for many people to reach a meditative state and reap some of its proven benefits.

“Floating gives me hope that a whole chunk of our population that normally would never be able to meditate could now achieve those sorts of deep meditative states,” Feinstein said.

Feinstein and his team perform experiments combining fMRI brain imaging and float tank patrons. They scan the brains of healthy people before and after they float,

and by comparing the two images, can see how floating changes areas of activation in the brain.

Recent advances in neuroscience have allowed science to look inside the human brain during practices like meditation and see how brain activity changes. Research from fMRI studies done by Harvard Medical chool, affiliated with assachusetts General Hospital, show that meditating activates parts of the brain associated with attention and decreases activation in the amygdala.

Acceptance by the medical establishment of these demonstrations and their proven benefits have followed after studies supported by the National Institute of Health, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, found links between meditation and reducing anxiety

and hostility, reducing stress and assisting in relationship development.

Others, commonly beginner “floaters” or those looking for the more physical benefits, choose to have a more sensory “isolation” experience as compared to deprivation.

Float Easy in San Juan Capistrano, which now services more than 600 local residents through their seven unique float tank rooms, utilizes a variety of options to best suit their customers.

Float Easy sees itself part of a new wave of float facilities offering a more spa-like experience than science experimentation or solely intense meditative training.

Users can choose between a variety of “dreamscapes” such as “Mental Detox,” a meditation program, and “Trim and Slim,” a health consciousness mantra program. The pods can be tuned to a variety of colors through soft lighting inside the pods, and users have the option to have the pods cracked or completely open to their comfort.

Float Easy, offering a quiet room to decompress from the outside world before entering into their private individual and unique private rooms, sees itself ready to cater to a wide variety of South Orange County residents.

“Try not to have expectations of what your experience will be like,” said Maria Fernandez, a Float Easy employee at their San Juan Capistrano facility. “Some people float for transcendental purposes, some just float to relax. You will enjoy it

more if you let it be whatever it is for you, and know it might be different every time.

“We had a young boy come who had just come in after running in the Los Angeles Marathon,” Fernandez continued. “He was terribly sore, and when he came in, he was limping. When he left, he wasn’t.”

Jon Hodlung, who has floated more than 100 hours, said he started coming the first day loat asy opened. The 50-year-old Dana Point resident suffers from Fabry disease, a lysosomal storage disorder that causes chronic fat build up in vital organs, causing him chronic pain as well as a variety of other symptoms.

For Hodlung, and many others, floating has been his only medical salvation.

“I was on literally tens-of-thousands of dollars of pain medicines a month,” Hodlung explained. “I physically feel better and I am able to settle down, forget about all the pain for a little while. I can close it all down for an hour or so.”

“In essence, floating has saved my life,” Hodlung said. “When I’m here, it makes my days better.”

Float Easy, 27231 Ortega Hwy., Ste. C, San Juan Capistrano. 855.568.3279. www.floateasy.com.

INFINITE WAYS TO HEAL

rom nutrition counseling to massage, there are a wide range of methods to improve your mind and body

BY EMILY RASMUSSEN

n search of finding the health routine that’s right for you, the task can seem daunting. There are infinite approaches to improving the mind and body, ranging from more meditative methods, to fitness or spa treatments. ust as every individual person varies, so will the right class for them. It’s important to understand what type of approach of health, wellness or fitness a class or workshop is before you delve in. Otherwise, it might be too intimidating if unprepared or undereducated.

o, to make that search easier, we compiled a list of outh Orange ounty studios, workshops and centers for you to peruse through and select which sounds right for your new health and wellness routine.

Casa Romantica

asa omantica ultural enter and ardens has a variety of events and programs that range from art and dance to educational series. They offer recurring events such as asa Wellness Yoga on the first Wednesday of each month and D. Yoder amily undays, where children can explore their creative side through an art market and listen to live music, the first unday of each month. Individual, educational events include The Age of Alzheimer’s talk on Wednesday, ay with niversity of alifornia, Irvine professor rank a erla, who will teach attendees why Alzheimer’s disease happens and how science is combatting the disease. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

Dana Point Bodycentre

ometimes improving your health and wellness can be more of a pampering experience, such as spa services by Dana Point odycentre. At the spa, there is a range of therapeutic experiences ranging from massage, skin care and spa body therapy. assage service options include customized massage, pregnancy massage, hot stone massage, Thai massage, lymphatic massage, reflexology and other add-ons. kin care treatments include a variety of facials, microdermabrasion, gel

peels and other add-ons. ody therapies range from body scrubs, ear coning and fascia blasting treatment.

24629 Del Prado Ave., Dana Point, 949.487.0891, www.danapointbodycentre.com.

Delta Wellness Group

With services including chiropractic care, nutrition and massage, Delta Wellness roup in an uan apistrano has been successful in improving conditions including, but not limited to asthma, arthritis, headaches, post-traumatic stress disorder and sports injuries. The wellness group has six steps to wellness, starting with re-establishing structural integrity, the foundation of health to ending with removing heavy metals and other toxins from the body. Delta Wellness roup also provides diagnostic and treatment services including neurologic exam, body analysis composition and a total health scan to help with specific conditions.

30320 Rancho Viejo Rd., Ste. 103, San Juan Capistrano, 949.218.4520, www.deltawellness.com.

Life Vessel Wellness

With several locations across the nation, ife essel Wellness uses a medical device that utilizes therapeutic modalities with vibration, sound and light. An infrared light source facilitates an increase in blood circulation and oxygen levels to cells, and the combination of vibration, sound and light brings relaxation to ultimately reduce stress. enefits of reducing stress are vast, ranging from balancing the autonomic nervous system to improving aspects of one’s personal life. ife essel treatments last for one hour with a series of four sessions, usually from three to four days.

31371 Rancho Viejo Rd., Ste. 102, San Juan Capistrano, 949.222.9991, www.lifevessel.com.

Pacific Ashtanga Yoga Shala

Pacific Ashtanga Yoga hala, which practices a system of yoga that involves

As Designed Wellness

An acupuncture and hinese-medicine based practice, As Designed Wellness brings natural medicine to its Dana Point office. hinese medicinal practices at As Designed Wellness include five branches acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, massage therapy and movement exercise. The practices address the body and mind, with benefits including decreased pain, decreased recovery time, improved digestion, improved energy and sleep, regulation of hormones, post-traumatic stress disorder recovery and detoxification.

To learn more about the services offered at As Designed Wellness, go to www.asdesignedwellness.com or call . . . The office is located at Pacific oast wy., te. A, Dana Point.

synchronizing breath with a progressive series of postures, which can result in detoxifying, offers a variety of classes, workshops, retreats and more. There are classes given typically every day, ranging from a one-hour Ashtanga-based class to one-hour dragon series, designed to build strength. There are also classes for beginners, which have gentler stretching to prepare for the Ashtanga system. The benefits of yoga include gaining fitness, weight loss, stress relief and better flexibility.

34700 Pacific Coast Hwy., Ste. 205, Capistrano Beach, 949.246.7315, www.pacificashtanga.com.

Piazza Wellness Center

Piazza Wellness enter in Dana Point tackles a multifaceted approach to health and fitness. With services ranging from group classes, education and lifestyle changes, Piazza itness enter’s personalized fitness programs are a combination of group and individual approaches to wellness. The center also offers nutrition counseling, corporate wellness programs and wellness retreats. Personal fitness training programs take a part-coach, part-mentor, part-friend and part-drill instructor approach to stay on top of the trainees’ goals. Physical therapy sessions are evaluative and data-centric in approaching the scope of physical therapy practices. A fun appointment is the it D odyscan, which measures body fat with hundreds of measurements, in addition to analysis in posture, body composition and balance.

24941 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Ste. 120, Dana Point, 949.388.8890, www.piazzawellnesscenter.com.

San Clemente Wellness

rom life coaching, massages and classes, the variety of services offered at an lemente Wellness provides options for people who want to improve their wellbeing. Working with a professional life coach is rooted in functional health, pro-

Young Health Solutions

This team of doctors’ mission is to ‘empower people with the truth about health’ to enable bodies to heal themselves via natural solutions. Young ealth olutions’ belief is the human body is capable of healing itself at the cellular level and that health is not predetermined by one’s family medical history. onditions that Young ealth olutions work with are autoimmune issues, hormone imbalances, diabetes, digestions disorders, thyroid conditions and weight loss resistance.

To learn more about Young ealth olutions, go to www. younghealthsolutions.com or call . . . The office is located at ancho iejo d., te. , an uan apistrano.

viding in-person and remote services to brainstorm and encourage. an lemente Wellness utilizes massage therapists with years of experience, whose massages can help with stress relief, pain management or just a personal treat. lasses range from plant-based eating, intrinsic anatomy and reducing clutter at home.

111 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. 215, San Clemente, 949.547.0716, www.sc-wellness.com.

her tools for ‘cupping’ in her

Point office.

HOP ON THE HEALTH TRAIN

uice

cleanses,

coconut water, kombucha beverage trends have revolutionized dietary needs

BY RACHAEL MATTICE

The health and fitness industry is no stranger to trends. rom the invention of the sports bra to ane onda aerobics classes on tape, ross it, pricey international meditation retreats and Instagram fitness celebrities, everything surrounding self-improvement is in a competitive battle with a yet-to-be-invented or marketed fad the following year. ealth beverages are no different. ealth trendistas have jumped on the band wagon with the beverage boom, selling and purchasing the salad-in-a-glass in different formats over the years and capitalizing on the convenience. According to the I I World Industry esearch report published in October , the juicing and smoothie industry has grown rapidly in the last five years, averaging close to billion in revenue. With the possibilities of glowing skin, a clearer mind and improved internal functioning, who can refuse the colorful beverages?

If looking to consume a daily dose of fruits, vegetables, protein and other necessary nutrients in li uid form to change a dietary regimen or detox, here’s a guide on some of the most popular healthful drinks.

Juice Cleanses

With menu items like “Anti- lu,” “Popeye,” “ leanser” and “ ore Toner,” health enthusiasts are drawn in to the menu at first glance at an uan apistrano’s uice oint and Deli. old-pressed and freshly blended concoctions boast super powers in balancing digestive systems, reducing inflammation, strengthening immune systems, lowering blood pressure and boosting energy levels. The vibrantly colored drinks typically combine various organic ingredients like cucumber, lemon, spinach, parsley, apples and ginger for a full spectrum of daily nutrients. uice bars have popped up everywhere around o al, including local specialty grocers like prouts armers arket and Trader oes to gyms and airports.

WHERE TO TRY IT: Juice Joint & Deli (32141 Alipaz St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.545.7966, www.juicejointdeli.com), Active Culture (111 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.276.4625, www.activeculturecafe.com), Organic Tree Juice Bar (24901 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point, 949.276.7202, www.organictreejuicebar.com)

Coconut Water

scaping to an island is no longer re uired to uench a thirst for the tropics. randed as nature’s own electrolyte, coconut water’s high concentration in minerals and vitamins like potassium, magnesium and phosphate and low calorie and low sugar contents spiked its popularity

amongst athletes and beach bums alike. Although the natural juice from the fruit itself is the most pure form, companies like ico, ita oco and O.N. . primarily control the . . coconut water market, growing percent since , according to uartz. Almost every grocer and gas station carries one of these brands and approximately companies sell a beverage with coconut water in it, said ohn raven, founder and O of evNet. This beverage will leave the consumer feeling refreshed and hydrated after an intense game of beach volleyball or night out on Avenida Del ar.

WHERE TO TRY IT: Local grocers and convenience stores.

Kombucha

ombucha, or the fermentation of sweet teas with the culture of bacteria and yeast, is a flavorful probiotic. A restorative blend that typically contains vitamins, electrolytes and minerals, the suggested health benefits of kombucha are synonymous with a probiotic, such as supporting a healthy immune system and gut, and lowers blood pressure, according to ayo linic. ike coconut water, companies have hopped on the bandwagon and mass produced the fizzle beverage, but more home-grown small producers have shown up in recent years.

WHERE TO TRY IT: Local grocers, Zama Tea and Kombucha (434 El Camino Real, Tustin, 714.884.3449, www.zamatea.com), Fermentation Farm (1125 Victoria St., Ste. R, Costa Mesa, 949.650.0830, www.fermfarm.com).

Tumeric/Ginger

Tumeric and ginger-infused health beverages are typically in more than just their own partnership. One of the rather pungent-tasting roots that commonly shows up in juice detoxes, or as single shots in juice bars, kombucha and with other health beverages due to their anti-inflammatory and anticoagulant compounds. onsuming foods and drinks with ginger, or these properties, are said to reduce the risk of heart attack and strokes. Turmeric has been used for centuries in medicinal and culinary settings in India, Africa and parts of Asia. urcumin, or the substance that gives turmeric its golden color, is said to be a therapeutic component in treating conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and cancer.

WHERE TO TRY IT: Bowlology (225 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, 949.558.5170, www.bowlology.com), Nektar Juice Bar (638 Camino De Los Mares, Ste. D2-A, 949.545.9545, www.nekterjuicebar.com), Kombucha Culture (5671 Palmer Way, Unit J, Carlsbad, 858.353.1391, www.kombuchacultureelixirs. com).

A NEEDLE IN THE HAYSTACK

Amid the industry boom, finding the right yoga teacher is paramount

BY DANIEL RITZ

As practicing any one of the many varieties of yoga now available in South Orange County becomes an easily accessible option for physical, mental and spiritual wellness, both first-time and experienced yogis alike are faced with the choice of how to safely and effectively choose from a rapidly growing sea of new yoga instructors, and identify a teacher that is right for their desired experience.

The 2016 “Yoga in America” study, conducted by Yoga Journal and Yoga Alliance, revealed the number of yoga practitioners in the United States increased to more than million in , up from . million in . percent of Americans say they are at least somewhat likely to practice yoga in the next months, or more than 80 million Americans, an ironic fact considering that percent of American practitioners have been practicing for less than five years.

That same study revealed that for every teacher, there were two people in teacher training. any yoga studios have opened yoga training courses, most South Orange County studios often charging more than , for base-level certification.

“ ust like there are a lot of yoga teachers, we see many real estate agents because there is a lower cost of entry for those professions,” said Brette Popper, founder of Yoga ity NY . “And we often think of real estate agents as sleazy.”

“Every studio is struggling,” said Kristen Dollard, brand director at Yoga Journal, who explained that Yoga Journal tries to meet clients where they’re at. “We’re all wondering how we can make a profit. I think the fact that so many people are doing yoga, every organization has to become a startup, whether you’re a festival or a retailer.”

To make money, many yoga studios have turned into teacher training “certificate printing mills,” said Popper. Thousands of graduates are able to recite scripts and routines instead of providing insightful instruction. nlike physical therapy or engineering, which require years of schooling, being a yoga teacher may in some cases be as easy as turning on an iPad.

inding the correct and most ualified yoga teacher means avoiding a potentially painful injury, wasting money on programming not suited for their desires and encouraging a long-term relationship with their practice. According to information

from Yoga Alliance, ind ody reen and the New York Times, here are a few considerations when selecting a yoga instructor.

What as the fi st im ession “In all yoga traditions, there is the idea of a guru,” Popper said. “The point of that relationship is that two spirits see each other. Your teacher really needs to recognize you.” If there are doubts about a teacher right away upon meeting them, those instincts should be trusted.

Do the teach hat the ogi ants to lea n If the teacher isn’t including elements the yogi is looking for in a class or instructor, he or she isn’t the right instructor. A best friend may be the best person in the world, but if they teach a vigorous hot yoga class and the yogi is interested in a relaxing restorative class, they may not be the right instructor. If philosophy and chanting in anskrit is important to the yogi but the instructor incorporates a 60-minute asana class (or posture-oriented yoga only, it might be best to consider finding someone else to study with.

s the oga teache a oacha le It’s important to find a teacher who is approachable and easy to talk to about uestions. A teacher who shows up early

to class, takes the time to greet his or her students and stays a few minutes after class shows that he or she cares about the students and is available to help. What does the teache s oga edu cation consist o Don’t be afraid to ask the teacher where they studied and with whom. ind out what kind of training he or she went through and if they continue to study with their own teachers. Yoga is a continuous practice; because of that, it is important that the teacher continues to study and learn while their students learn from them.

s the teache ecogni ed Yoga Alliance If studying with a egistered Yoga Teacher is an important quality to have in a yoga instructor in the student’s eyes, visit the Yoga Alliance Directory at www.yogaalliance.org directory to see if they are listed. If not, students can ask if their instructor studied at the egistered Yoga School or if it was a personal choice not to register.

With scientific data like that of arvard niversity edical chool showing the positive physical impacts of yoga to compliment the spiritual or metaphysical components of health, due diligence is in order when beginning, or expanding yoga practice, and finding the right teacher.

BY PAUL GARCIA, D.C.

WWORKPLACE WELLNESS

uick hacks to make your office environment more nurturing

orkplace environments often present unique challenges to staying healthy. Many of my clients are completely unaware that their environment at work is a contributing factor to their pain, fatigue, mood-swings, weight gain and digestive complaints. With so much chronic disease nowadays, we need to have strategies for staying as healthy as possible. Here are some workplace hacks that you can implement to make your work environment more conducive to optimal health.

Supplement with vitamin D

One of the most important things you’re missing if you work inside is sunlight. Without adequate sunlight everyday you won’t be able to make enough vitamin D to keep you healthy. itamin D deficiencies are extremely common and can result in increased back pain, more colds and flus, higher risk of diabetes and even cancer. If you aren’t able to spend 20-30 minutes per day in direct sunlight then you must get your vitamin D from food or from supplements. Good sources of vitamin D include fatty fish, butter from grass-fed cows, and egg yolks. The best source to supplement with is vitamin D3 at 1,000-3,000IU/day depending on your blood levels. Your vitamin D should be between 39-70 ng/ML.

Move around

Most Americans sit between 8-12 hours each day. That means that nearly half of one’s entire working years could be spent sitting down. When you sit too much you are more likely to experience back pain, to acquire hypertension and high cholesterol, to gain more belly fat, and to be at greater risk of cardiovascular disease. In fact, sitting has been called the new smoking because studies show a strong connection between the time you spend sitting and your risk of having a heart attack. Instead, move around the office as much as you can. Set a timer to remind you to get up every 20 minutes. Get outside and take a walk on your lunch break. Consider using a standing desk. Use every opportunity to move your body.

Cut out the snacks

nacks are everywhere in offices Snacking frequently during the day can lead to elevated levels of our hunger hormones insulin and ghrelin. When these hormones get too high, the result is insulin resistance (pre-diabetes), constant hunger and the inability to lose weight. Instead of visiting the vending machine, try having a cup of green tea or bone broth. This will boost your energy and focus without the unwanted rise in hunger hormones. Also consider intermittent fasting. This involves

eating your food each day in a 7-8-hour window and fasting for the remaining 1617 hours. Intermittent fasting can have dramatic affects on decreasing hunger, improving energy and concentration and increasing the anti-aging hormone known as human growth hormone (HGH).

Get good sleep

Waking up refreshed and strong in the morning will help prevent binging on the wrong foods and increase your productivity while you’re at work. Your body requires 7-8 hours of restful sleep each night to be at its best. If you get less, this will increase your stress hormone know as cortisol. Prolonged spikes in cortisol can result in insomnia, weight gain, poor immune function, fatigue, hormone imbalance and irritability. To promote good sleep patterns, try going to bed and waking up at the same time each day, don’t over caffeinate and stop eating at least three hours before falling asleep.

ill ou o fice ith lants

Another strategy to promote health while at the office is to bring living plants into your space. Indoor plants have several documented therapeutic benefits, according to a study published in age ournal. The first is their ability to absorb airborne toxins. Most people

don’t realize it, but offices often contain numerous toxins that can cause issues with your health. ommon office items like carpet, paint, insulation and cleaners emit a number of compounds that you probably don’t want to be inhaling. Several studies have found that indoor plants do an excellent job of removing compounds such as benzene, toluene, formaldehyde, and other potentially harmful gases from the air. The top air-purifying plants include English ivy, spider plants and peace lilies, all of which can live well indoors.

Also, studies by HortScience have shown that bringing plants into your office, home or classroom can promote relaxation, improve mental and physical well-being, improved behavior and increase overall happiness. Clearly, a simple indoor plant can do wonders for your health. They’re not very expensive, they’re attractive to look at and easy to maintain, and they don’t have to take up much space.

At Pacific oast inesiology enter, we believe staying healthy is a choice. The choices you make, whether conscious or unconscious, can have a significant impact on your health, moving you closer toward optimal health or farther away. These workplace wellness hacks are simple yet effective strategies for moving your health in the right direction.

Paul arcia, D.C., is a license an boar certifie Doctor of Chiropractic, Applied Kinesiologist and Functional Medicine practitioner. For the past 15 years, Dr. Garcia has been practicing alternative medicine, studying and researching the latest adancements in his fiel , an teaching his patients and community about the importance and relevance of taking a holistic approach to healthcare. Dr. Garcia continues to train with world-renowned healers an e ucators throughout the .S. Pacific Coast Kinesiology Center, 30270 Rancho Viejo Rd., Ste. E, San Juan Capistrano. 949.716.3930. www.drpaulgarciadc.com.

SC LIVING SC

PROFILES OF OUR COMMUNITY

Cutting it Close

Mobile barber looks to give back, start anew

BY ERIC HEINZ,

Stored in the back of a silver compact car were shearers, shaving cream, clippers and other essentials a barber would need.

Royce Kling, a San Clemente resident, wasn’t trying to take this equipment to a brick-and-mortar location. The car is his shop. His business card reads “Your Mobile Barber,” except Kling said he doesn’t take any money for haircuts and shaves, services he provides to members of the United States Marine Corps for free. He said he’s trying to do right by society after several brushes with the law.

Kling’s barber’s pole is fastened to the top of the car and was one of the few illuminations on a Sunday night near the corner of Avenida Granada and El Camino Real, where he typically sets up his pop-up shop. Working by dark, his girlfriend and her children assist Kling by holding up a light and other materials.

According to Orange County court records, dating back to 2008, Kling was arrested for breaking and entering, car theft, manufacturing illegal drugs, possession of such substances and other minor misdemeanors and low-level felonies. He said he has since gotten off parole and started a new life.

“I’ve cut hair for more than 12 years, mostly in prison,” Kling said. “This last time I got off parole, I had a goal to become a barber.”

His last sentence came in 2013 for a

controlled substance charge that was dismissed and he’s kept his record clean since then.

“This last sentence was pretty rough,” Kling said, adding most of his sentence was in segregated housing, or solitary confinement. “Somehow, some way I was able to get through that. I attribute everything to God, no matter how many mistakes I’ve made.”

Kling said he was working at a local barbershop until he decided to venture out on his own. He claims what he’s doing doesn’t violate any laws as he’s not charging for the cuts. The California state statute that governs barbering requires people to obtain a license if they perform such services, but it doesn’t define whether someone takes money or not as a contingency.

When asked if he is concerned about cutting the market for traditional barbershops, Kling said he doesn’t want to be a competitor, but he wants to be able to help those who don’t have the money for haircuts and shaves.

“A lot of my clientele doesn’t know that I’m out here, and when they do, I hope they come and find me,” Kling said. “None of us are perfect, and sometimes we let our fears override our common sense, and it makes things worse.”

Kling takes pride in his work, but it’s not his only craft. In addition to giving Marines free haircuts, Kling said he wants to provide services to homeless people who cannot afford to get a trim.

As giving free haircuts doesn’t make ends meet, Kling said he is trying to develop an auto detailing service within San Clemente.

“I’ve taken so much from this world and from people around me my whole life,” Kling said. “This is all about paying it forward.”

Kling, “Your Mobile Barber,” is available for cuts and shaves on Sundays in San Clemente and can be reached at 949.600.0237.

SC

Think Big, Think Green, Act Local

San Clemente celebrates annual Earth Day with beach cleanup, activities

Along the grassy hills at Parque Del Mar and the sandy shores of San Clemente, people helped clean up

the beaches and celebrated the pleasures of the planet during an Earth Day extravaganza on Saturday, April 21.

The city of San Clemente’s Environmental Division and the Watershed Task Force organize the event each year, which includes educational information about “how everyone can make a difference in reducing litter, and pollutants which end up in our streets, storm drains, and eventually our beaches and ocean,” according to a press release from the city of San Clemente.

Live music was performed by the band Gratitude, children’s activities were available and many vendors with Earth-related wares and education were out and about.

For more information about the Watershed Task Force, visit www.scwatersheds. com. SC

SC SanClemente

ACCOUNTING

Chris W. Johnston, CPA, MBA 34184 Pacific Coast Highway Dana Point, 949.240.8015, www.cwjcpacorp.com

ADDICTION RECOVERY TREATMENT

Body Mind Spirit Intensive Outpatient Program

665 Camino De Los Mares, Ste. 104, 949.485.4979, www.bodymindspiritiop.com

AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING

Solstice Heating and Air 2208 El Camino Real, Ste. #1, 949.573.3607, www.solsticehvac.com

ART GALLERIES

San Clemente Art Association 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.492.7175, www.scartgallery.com

CHOCOLATE/CANDY

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

CONCRETE

Costa Verde Landscape

Lic.: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) 949.361.9656, www.costaverdelandscaping.com

Exquisite Epoxy Concrete Floor Coatings Lic.: 1020002, 949.632.8400 exquisiteepoxy.com

DENTISTS

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

EDIBLE LANDSCAPING

Organics Out Back 949.354.2258, www.organicsoutback.com

ELECTRIC BIKES

Murf Electric Bikes

212 N. El Camino Real, 949.370.3801, www.murfelectricbikes.com

ELECTRICAL

Arcadia Electric 949.361.1045, www.arcadiaelectric.com

BUSINESS DIRECTORY Locals Only

HOME REPAIRS/IMPROVEMENT

Capistrano Valley Raingutters Scott Williams, 949.542.7750

JEWELRY

Paradise Jewelers

166 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.6661, www.paradisejewelers.com

LANDSCAPING

Costa Verde Landscape

Lic.: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) 949.361.9656, www.costaverdelandscaping.com

MORTGAGES

Brian Wiechman, Equity Coast

Mortgage A division of Pinnacle Capital Mortgage 949.533.9209, www.equitycoastmortgage.com

MOTORCYLE PARTS & SERVICE

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

MUSIC LESSONS

Danman’s Music School 949.496.6556, www.danmans.com

Panagia Music: Music Lessons and More! 949.705.7573, panagiamusic@gmail. com, www.panagiamusic.com

PERIODONTICS & DENTAL IMPLANTS

Dr. Alice P. Moran, DMD

1001 Avenida Pico, Ste. K, 949.361.4867 (GUMS), www.moranperio.com

PEST/TERMITE CONTROL

Accurate Termite and Pest Control 949.837.6483, www.accuratetermitecontrol.com

Colony Termite Control 1402 Calle Alcazar, 949.361.2500, www.colonytermite.com

PLUMBING

A to Z Leak Detection 1001 Calle Recodo, 949.481.7013, www.atozleakdetection.com

Bill Metzger Plumbing 1001 Calle Recodo, 949.492.3558, www.billmetzerplumbing.com

Buy • Consign • Sell We also offer professional appraisals, auction services and real estate services.

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REAL ESTATE BROKER

2485 S. El Camino Real San Clemente classicautosalesoc@gmail.com Web: classicautosalesoc.com 949.395.5681 (24 hours) Available 7 days a week.

REALTORS

“Sandy & Rich” RE/MAX Coastal Homes

949.293.3236, www.sandyandrich.com Scott Kidd, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services 949.498.0487, skidd@bhhscal.com

Sherry Wild, LuXre Realty

BRE # 01480453, 949.275.8937 www.LuXreRealty.com

RESTAURANTS

Café Calypso 114 Avenida Del Mar #4, 949.366.9386

SALONS

Salon Bleu 207 S. El Camino Real, 949.366.2060, www.scsalonbleu.com

Syrens Hair Parlor 217 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. E, 949.361.9006, www.syrens.com

WEBSITE DESIGN

San Clemente Website Design 949.246.8345, www.sanclementewebsitedesign.com

WINDOW & DOOR REPLACEMENT

Offshore Construction 877.774.1492, www.offshoreconstruction.org

CONDO FOR LEASE

Beautiful Ocean/Canyon View. Cazador Lane 2 Bdr/1.5 baths Large Garage, Deck, Fireplace, Split Level. Walk to Pier and Downtown Village. $2875. Call 949-498-4958

CUSTOM AREA RUGS

You pick style, color and size. Typically made in 2 weeks.Stainmaster nylon, wool, polyester or designer carpet. Carpet showroom in Lantern District of Dana Point. Carpet and flooring remnants also available - all shapes, sizes and kinds of flooring. We sell tile too! Mike at Lantern Bay Carpets: 949.240.1545.

FORSTER RANCH COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE

SATURDAY APRIL 28, 2018 8am12pm. X st’s Camino Vera Cruz and Camino De Los Mares.

GARAGE SALE THIS SATURDAY April 28, 2018. 8 am to 1 pm. 214 Esplanade, San Clemente. Moving sale, everything must go.

ESTATE SALE Fri 4/27 & Sat 4/28, 8a-5p Villa San Juan Mobile Home Park # 56, Between Stonehill and Costco Furniture, Tools, Household Goods, Shelving, Clothing and more!

HOUSEKEEPERS

We are looking for additional Housekeepers for the summer – Pay starts at $12.50 per hour and increase after 90 days of employment. Apply in person: Dana Point Marina Inn, 24800 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, Ca 92629

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Business Beat

News from San Clemente’s business community

BY ERIC HEINZ, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

15-Year Anniversary

SAN CLEMENTE ART SUPPLY

1531 N. El Camino Real

949.369.6603

www.scartsupply.com

When they moved from Texas, Patti Herdell and her husband, Richard, decided to try something different.

“We moved to San Clemente in 2001, and we knew we wanted to start a business,” Patti said, “but we didn’t know what. It popped into my mind, I don’t know how or why, but I noticed that there weren’t any art supply stores in the area.”

The couple returned to Texas and contacted the artist of the work that was featured on the front of a Chamber of Commerce directory.

It was Rick Delanty, a well-known local artist.

Patti said she reached out to Delanty for some advice, and she received four pages of emails providing such direction.

She then spoke with other artists who helped her along the way.

“My friend told me to read everything I could, hire people who know more than I do and join National Art Materials Trade Association (NAMTA),” Patti said.

Heather Rapozo, the art program director and marketing director of San Clemente Art Supply, was hired shortly after the business opened and is still with them.

“We just grew organically by people coming in and telling us what they like,” Patti said.

Classes at San Clemente Art Supply started with Saddleback College students coming to learn more about painting and drawing.

Today, the business hosts artists to teach courses—some of whom are worldrenowned.

Some art shows have been hosted in the business’ gallery as well as the parking lot. Local street artist “Bandit” hosted an exhibition there with stencil art a few years ago.

Patti admitted she’s not an expert on art, but she’s always enjoyed dabbling in different areas of painting and drawing. Most of what the art supply store sells are materials for painting and drawing, but accessories and items for children are also for sale.

“We really want to help people get to the next level of their artwork, no matter where they’re at,” Patti said.

On Saturday, April 28, San Clemente Art Supply will host a celebration sidewalk sale at the business from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Representatives from Caran D’Ache, Faber Castell, Ampersand, Liquitex and more who will host demonstrations. Some

events will be make-and-take projects and will be encouraging people of all ages to paint river rocks to leave as decoration in the garden area. There will be treats and refreshments.

The building San Clemente Art Supply is located in was built in 1928 and has been used as various businesses. It is listed on the San Clemente registry of historic sites.

Editor’s note: The city of San Clemente is currently selling posters commemorating the city’s 90th birthday, which features Delanty’s work. The posters can be purchased by contacting 949.492.8995 and more information is available at www.delantyfineart.com. All proceeds from the posters will benefit the San Clemente Beaches, Parks and Recreation programs.

New Businesses

RATE ONE HOME LOANS

302 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 116

949.899.8117

www.rateonehomeloans.com

Beginning in October 2016, Bruce Beach started working with the founder of Rate One Home Loans to establish a branch in San Clemente.

“Before I got into the mortgage business, I ran and founded a couple brands in San Clemente,” Beach said.

He helped launch Electric Sunglasses in 2000, which is based in San Clemente and was sold to Volcom in 2008. He also worked with Peligroso Tequila.

Now Beach is helping people get home loans.

“I took a couple years off and spent some time surfing with my 16-year-old, and I met the founder of this branch on a trip to Cabo San Lucas,” Beach said.

He said he built his clientele through local connections and surfing.

“I couldn’t see myself working far from home, and this opportunity came up.”

Beach said he used his networking through surfing in San Clemente and other businesses to build his reputation as a loan officer.

They work with about 30 different banks that facilitate home loans.

“With markets changing and interest rates edging up, there’s always a lot of change and you have to stay on top of it,” Beach said.

Most of the homes Beach said he helps receive loans for are based in San Clemente.

BEACH WALK TALK

616 S. El Camino Real, Ste. G-16 949.445.1277 www.beachwalktalk.com

Robyn Igelman, a licensed clinical psychologist, started her business Beach

Walk Talk after taking a look at traditional therapy and wanting to enhance her client’s experience. Basically, Igelman takes clients on walks outdoors and speaks with them to help them through their session.

“The idea behind the practice is to get people out of the therapy office and into nature because being at the beach and around forests and trees and just in general in the sunshine is actually really healthy for you and has a positive impact on depression and anxiety,” Igelman said. Igelman said that being outside triggers positive neurotransmitters in the brain that help people feel better and more comfortable.

The initial intake appointment is done in the office before going out to a private or group outdoor therapy session. Igelman said she wants her clients to know the benefits of what she provides and for her clients to disclose anything before going on a beach walk and talk.

Robyn Igelman.

Igelman said one of her favorite spots to work with clients is at the Dana Point Harbor because of its open space and variety of places to walk.

“Getting people walking and opening up about their experiences, once you get the creative ‘juices’ flowing, they sometimes do have those ‘aha’ moments,” Igelman said when asked if people have “breakthroughs” during her outdoor sessions. “By getting people out of the office, they don’t have to feel afraid or like they’re staying behind closed doors with their problems.”

by Tom Blake

Friend of 30 Years Ties the Knot in Greek Wedding

n the summer of 1988 while surfing at Doheny State Beach, I met a guy named Alex Rentziperis.

Between waves as we chatted, I asked, “What kind of work do you do?”

Alex said, “I’m a barber. And, in a few months, I’m going to open my own barbershop not too far from here in Dana Point. How about you?”

I said, “I’m going to open my own deli, also not too far from here in Dana Point.”

That was the start of a friendship that has lasted for 30 years. Later that year, Alex opened the Sports Barber at the corner of Del Prado and Golden Lantern, above where StillWater Spirits & Sounds restaurant is now located.

In December 1988, I opened Tutor and Spunky’s Deli on Pacific Coast Highway, next to the Dana Point Donut Shop across from Rubens Imports.

Since 1988, we’ve done a lot together. Most notably, after my divorce in 1994 and after putting up with some unsavory roommates, I finally was going to get to live alone in my Monarch Beach home. That was before the phone rang. It was Alex calling from his San Juan Capistrano home.

“Toot,” he said, which was the nickname he had given me, “I’m getting a divorce. She asked me to leave. Got a spare bedroom for a short time?”

So, Alex moved in. Turned out to last for about a year. He often repeated vehemently that he would never marry again.

We took many camping trips to the Sierras together. I can still picture him standing on a huge rock, trying to master fly-fishing, casting into the icy waters of Lake Mary. He got a little too far forward on one cast and did a belly flop right into the lake. I told him he’d never make the Olympic team as a diver.

Alex’s passion is ocean fishing. He has a boat and is out on the water once or twice a week. He taught me how to catch sea bass near the kelp beds. He’s featured on the cover of Western Outdoor News, the largest weekly fishing and hunting magazine in the country.

Four years ago, Alex attended an age 55plus singles meet-and-greet event at Tutor and Spunky’s Deli. Alex’s sister, Faye Dalton, encouraged a recently divorced client of hers named Carolyn Young to attend the same event to meet her brother. I remember that night. Carolyn and Alex seemed enamored with each other. They’ve been a couple ever since.

On April 21, with many members of Alex’s big Greek family and members of Carolyn’s family in attendance, Alex and

Carolyn were married in the backyard of Faye and Doug Dalton’s San Clemente home. Mark Rentziperis, Alex’s brother, was the best man.

Christine DiGiacomo, a San Clemente resident, whose business card reads, “Pastor Woman…for such a time as this,” (www. pastorwoman.com), married Alex and Carolyn. Christine and Carolyn have known each other for years. I heard many of the guests compliment Christine on the beautiful, unique ceremony she performed.

My partner Greta said, “This is the finest wedding I’ve ever attended.”

To conclude the ceremony, Pastor DiGiacomo added an unusual touch: Instead of the traditional “You may kiss the bride,” she turned to Carolyn and said, “You may kiss your new husband.” Very cool.

Alex still owns and works at the Sports Barber. Carolyn works at a local bank. They live in Dana Point. Good to see an age 55-plus wedding so hip and fun. Goes to show. Even though you’re over age 55, you never know when or where love might come along; it might even happen at a singles function at your local deli.

Tom Blake is a Dana Point resident and a former Dana Point businessman who has authored several books on middle-aged dating. See his websites www.findingloveafter50.com; www.vicsta.com and www.travelafter55.com.

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FROM THE ARCHIVES The view of the end of the San Clemente Pier, where The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar now sits. The date the photo was taken was not given.

Pet of the Week:

Happy

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Happy is a dog that lives up to his cheery name. A fun-loving guy, he just loves to play in the yard with his toys and go on long walks. Four-year-old Happy is most suited for an active owner with plenty of dog experience.

If you would like to know more about Happy, call the San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter at 949.492.1617, or visit with him at 221 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente. SC

Sudoku

BY MYLES MELLOR

Last week’s solution:

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

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Draft Day for Darnold

Where will the former San Clemente Triton and top prospect land in the NFL Draft?

BY ZACH CAVANAGH, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

The day has finally come for San Clemente alum Sam Darnold.

The first round of the NFL Draft begins on Thursday, April 26 at 5 p.m., and the former USC quarterback (QB) figures to be among the top picks at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Darnold has been described as the complete package at quarterback. He has durable size at 6-foot-3, 221 pounds but also has mobility to extend the play or pick up yards with his legs. Darnold also has shown his arm strength and an innate ability to make plays. He has that undescribed “it” factor.

Darnold is rated as the top quarterback by ESPN and Mike Mayock of NFL.com and the No. 4 and No. 7 overall prospect by each, respectively.

However, it is a tight race for that top quarterback spot and the No. 1 overall pick, and despite seemingly cementing himself as the top pick after a stellar pro day at the end of March, chatter has risen in recent days that Darnold could slip a couple spots.

Let’s look at Darnold’s possible destinations at the top of the NFL Draft:

Cleveland Browns

The Browns hold the No. 1 and No. 4

Pettis Pegged as MidRound Pick

BY ZACH CAVANAGH, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

San Clemente native and JSerra alum Dante Pettis is projected as a second- or third-day pick in this week’s NFL Draft.

The former Washington receiver figures to be selected in the third round on Friday, April 27 or Saturday, April 28.

Pettis is a good option as a secondary receiver and has been praised as an expert route-runner. With his size at 6-foot-1, 186

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picks, and coming off of a 0-16 season, they have plenty of holes to fill. A franchise quarterback is a must for any team looking to succeed in the NFL, but the Browns have seemed split on who that franchise QB should be. Darnold was the early favorite, and Browns owner Jimmy Haslam liked what he saw in person at Darnold’s pro day. However, Wyoming’s Josh Allen may have risen to the top of their rankings. Allen, 6-foot-5, 237 pounds, is a raw talent and a ton of arm strength. He’s done well to position himself throughout the draft process, and the Browns may not want to overlook a smallschool quarterback like they reportedly did with the Eagles’ Carson Wentz, then of North Dakota. It’s also been rumored that

pounds, Pettis might have trouble on the outside but could fit in expertly as a slot receiver.

Pettis is also a versatile talent that could find himself on an NFL roster in other ways.

Pettis made his mark in college as a punt returner with nine punt-return touchdowns to set the career NCAA record. Pettis also tied the NCAA record for consecutive games with a punt-return touchdown after scoring in the first three games of the 2017 season.

Dante won’t be the first in his family to get a shot in professional sports or in the NFL. Dante’s father, Gary Pettis played major league baseball, and his cousin, Austin Pettis, played in the NFL with the St. Louis Rams and San Diego Chargers. SC

nia, Los Angeles’ Josh Rosen would be the quarterback options for New York. Rosen is the prototypical pocket-passer and described as NFL-ready by most. The Giants could also look for a quarterback prospect later in the draft and grab a player with a more immediate impact, like Barkley. The question is do the Giants see themselves as a bounce-back candidate or in a rebuild?

New York Jets

The Jets slide in at No. 3, and one way or another, they are drafting a quarterback. Whichever QB the Jets deem as the top available on their board, they will select him third overall. Jets fans had already pegged their team as getting the No. 1 overall pick before last season and bought their green No. 14 Darnold jerseys. However after a surprisingly strong start and the Browns’ implosion, they settled at the third pick. If Darnold is still available here, he will most likely be a New York Jet. If the Jets fancy themselves closer to contention with their defense, maybe they pick Rosen as the NFL-ready pocket passer.

Denver Broncos or Other

the Browns have had eyes on No. 1 overall prospect Saquon Barkley, a running back from Penn State. With two top-four picks and plenty of available talent, the Browns have plenty of opportunity to fix their franchise, but these are also the Cleveland Browns, who have shown an inability to fix their franchise.

New York Giants

The Giants come in with the No. 2 pick and have plenty of directions to go in. They still have their starting quarterback with two-time Super Bowl champion Eli Manning, but after a disappointing 2017, are the Giants looking to groom a replacement? Should the Browns pass on Darnold at No. 1, Darnold and University of Califor-

The Broncos sit at No. 5 and could use a quarterback of the future. Denver paid a decent sum of money to Case Keenum in free agency, but the Broncos have had a bit of a carousel at QB since Peyton Manning’s retirement. This is where trades could come in, especially if Darnold is still somehow on the board. The Broncos could be happy with Keenum and trade this pick for more selections or other talent. Teams like the Buffalo Bills could make the move up to grab Darnold. He really shouldn’t fall past this spot, but if he does, Darnold could take a tumble as the next several teams look set at QB, or, again, it will be a situation ripe for a team trade up.

Check www.sanclementetimes.com for coverage of the results of the 2018 NFL Draft. SC

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SCOOP ON THE LOCAL SURF COMMUNITY

Art of the 30-Minute Session

How to maximize limited water time

when surfing locally

BY JAKE HOWARD, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

Sessions at Trestles are kind of a treat. Even if you have a deluxe e-bike, there’s no “quick dip” at Uppers or Lowers. Getting down to the cobblestone takes an investment in time and energy (albeit a good investment).

“I surfed for three hours this morning,” a friend of mine told me the other day. “It was pretty good.”

Good. Good for him. With a kid in elementary school, a steady stream of work deadlines and all the other wildcards that come with being a semi-functional adult, three-hour sessions aren’t always that easy to lock in. Sometimes all I have is 30 minutes at lunch to break out and get wet. Sneaking in a short session is definitely better than no session at all. In such cases, refining the art of a quick paddleout is essential.

It starts with a plan. Know exactly where you’re going to surf, what you’re going to ride and how much time it all entails. Check the tides, buoys and webcams

GROM OF THE WEEK

BRAYDEN BURCH

BY JAKE HOWARD, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

Brayden Burch is rolling! The 13-yearold San Clemente ripper has posted wins in the 14-and-under division of the last two Western Surfing Association (WSA) contests, and at present, he is leading the ratings in the WSA and Scholastic Surf Series (SSS).

A seventh-grader at Shorecliffs Middle School, he’s the prototypical San Clemente grom with big dreams and larger-than-life heroes.

“I mostly look up to guys in town like brother (Kolohe Andino) and Griffin (Colapinto). Oh, and Jordy (Smith) because he does the biggest turns,” Burch said. Already supported by A-list brands such as …Lost Surfboards and O’Neill Wetsuits, he’s also got plenty of stamps in his pass-

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before you get on the road to ensure success. The Surfline app is helpful for all of this (just don’t get in an accident checking the cams while you’re driving).

You’re also going to want to have your gear situation “on lock.” This means boards and a wetsuit should be organized in the car, fins in boards, leashes at the ready, and don’t forget leash strings, wax and sunscreen. Click-and-go fin designs like the FCS 2 series make getting the right fins in your board a literal snap—no fin screws needed.

You’re also going to have to have the ins and outs of getting to your spot dialed in.

As noted above, no Trestles session takes only 30 minutes, so you’re going to be

looking for alternatives closer to the sand. The San Clemente beach breaks are ideal for this, as is Salt Creek and even San O. (Just be ready to run up and down the hill at Creek, and forget San O if the summertime line of cars is flaring).

When you get to your spot, park as close to the water as humanly possible. That doesn’t mean circle the block 10 times waiting for a parking place to open up, but be efficient. Park, suit up and go. Traffic is your enemy. Cutting down on wasted time translates into more time in the water, which means more waves.

With your vehicle in park, it’s go time. No bro-chatting on the street. Get into your suit and get going. If you can get out

port. Traveling to Indonesia, Thailand and Hawaii in the past year, he explained that what he loves about life on the road is the opportunity to “meet new people and experience different cultures along the way.”

When asked where he thinks surfing

will take him in the next 10 years, Burch doesn’t hold back.

“Multiple world titles!” he exclaimed. “Or maybe traveling around surfing some of the best waves on earth will work too.”

your session in trunks or a spring suit; all the better. It takes precious time to yank wetsuits on and off. You’re only going to be in the water for 30 minutes max, suck it up (Maybe don’t try that just yet as local waters are still hovering in the upper 50s).

When time is of the essence, wear a watch. Marriages have been ruined and jobs have been lost when surfers lose track of time. Any waterproof watch will work, but the Rip Curl Search GPS Watch is handy because you can literally document every move you make during your session, and then when you’re back at work later, you can analyze the data and see how you did.

As far as your actual strategy when you hit the water, get busy right away. Pick off a small insider to get the rhythm going. If you paddle out and sit for 10 minutes, a third of your session is already over. Keep moving the whole time. Think of it as “sprint surfing.” This doesn’t mean annoy everyone around you, but take advantage of opportunities you might ignore if you were going to stay out longer. Getting the wave count up is key.

Also, try and pick off at least two or three waves that you can be satisfied with. Sometimes all it takes is one. Don’t get so distracted by trying to catch everything around you that you put yourself out of position for the good ones. Like everything in surfing, it’s a balancing act.

After the clock runs out, hustle back to the car, bust out your rinse to get the sand and salt off before you jump back into your civilian clothes. Nobody will be the wiser that you just took a shower in the parking lot. Reload your gear and get on your way, your perfect 30-minute session is a success. SC

SURF FORECAST

Water Temperature: 59-61 degrees F

Water Visibility and Conditions: 5-8’ Fair

Thursday: New, long period South swell builds in as secondary NW swell-mix blends in with it. Surf is waist-shoulder high (3-4’) in the morning with standout southern hemi breaks pulling in head high (5’) sets the second half of the day. Combo beach-breaks see peaky shape. Winds are light early, gradually trending onshore through the morning with light onshore flow in the afternoon.

Outlook: Holding South swell and easing NW swell-mix through Friday and the upcoming weekend. Waist-head high (3-5’) surf on offer for most spots standouts are a little overhead (6’) on sets Friday and Saturday. Winds are suspect though with S winds possible for the morning, trending SW each afternoon. Be sure to check the full premium forecast on Surfline for more details and the longer range outlook.

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