Beach & Bay Press, March 28th, 2013

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CHARTER SCHOOL, MBHS CAMPUS-SHARING DEAL OFF TABLE A plan to incorporate Magnolia Science Academy into the Mission Bay High School campus — a move that raised the ire of some local parents — is now a dead deal after the charter school withdrew its application to the school district. Page 2

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Volunteers, merchants on call for world-class triathlon event in April BY MARIKO LAMB | BEACH & BAY PRESS

Athletes in the men’s competition dig deep during the final race for the Copley Cup. The team from Harvard (foreground) would ultimately end up capturing Photo by Paul Hansen I Beach & Bay Press the trophy last year.

40th Annual San Diego Crew Classic and Family Festival set for April 6-7 BY STAFF AND CONTRIBUTION

eted collegiate trophies were Harvard in the Copley Cup (men’s division) with its first title The 40th annual San Diego Crew Classic here since 1994 and their ninth overall win, and Family Festival will explode into action and USC in the Jessop-Whittier Cup (women’s April 6-7 on Crown Point Shores on Mission division) which has won back-to-back titles Bay. The annual rowing powerhouse event and its fourth victory since 2007. will feature many elite collegiate crews as the The 2013 Copley Cup field includes Gonzapremier regatta celebrates four decades of ga, Oregon State, Stanford, University of Calrowing excellence. ifornia (Berkeley), University of PennsylvaLast year’s winning crews for the two cov- nia and University of British Columbia. The

Jessop Whittier Cup field: Duke, Purdue, University of California (Berkeley), UCLA, USC, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin and Washington State. About 4,400 athletes from more than 125 universities, clubs and high schools from across the United States, as well as the world, participate in this legendary, premier spring SEE CREW, Page 4

Volunteers are needed for the 2013 Omegawave World Triathlon from April 17-20 in Mission Bay. The world-class sports event will draw in 150 elite athletes and nearly 3,000 athletes to Mission Bay for the three-day competition. More than 1,000 volunteers will be needed before and during the event for a number of behind-the-scenes tasks, including professional athlete support, media support, transportation, packet pick-up staffing and more. Volunteers at the event will have the opportunity to join in on the action to support the world’s top professional triathletes and more than 2,000 aspiring amateur athletes from across the country. Additionally, volunteers will be rewarded with a memorable experience, a T-shirt, meals and an invitation to a post-race celebration with the athletes. Interested volunteers can sign up at www.sandiego.triathlon.org/volunteer, or email Deborah Jones at volunteer@sandiego.triathlon.org. Local merchants are also urged to get involved with the event through the Mission Beach Deals program, which invites local businesses to offer special deals on their goods or services during the competition, which will be advertised free by event organizers. Deals will be posted online at sandiego.triathlon.org, on social media, at the information desk at the event headquarters hotel and in a virtual race bag, which is sent to all participants the week before the event. “One of the main goals of the Mission Beach Deals program is to build on the interaction and cooperation with local businesses established in 2012,” said USA Triathlon spokesman John Martin. “Specifically, the aim is to involve local businesses in the event and connect them with our group of more than 2,000 participants and staff. “Through the Mission Beach Deals program, the Omegawave World Triathlon San Diego will continue to be accessible to the local community, making it successful for everyone, including local business,” he said. Deadline for inclusion in the virtual race bag is March 28. For more information, visit community@sandiego.triathlon.org.

Overcoming the fear of water and finding a new passion; it’s never too late to learn to swim BY NICOLE SOURS LARSON | BEACH & BAY PRESS

Many people who swim only by keeping their faces above the water have a problematical relationship with the water, swim instructor Kim Shults discovered. Some, like me, have had traumatic water-related incidents that affect their ability to feel comfortable swimming. That, plus her concern for drowning prevention and water safety, is one reason Shults started her “40 for 40” Face in Water Project to mark her 40th birthday. The former Ocean Beach resident was a 12-year veteran ESL (English as a sec-

ond language) instructor in San Diego schools when she received her annual layoff notice last year. She decided that was one too many layoff notices, and opted not to return to public education — at least now — but to refocus on her first love, teaching swimming. She was determined to use her birthday as a catalyst to examine what she wanted to do in next in life. “I felt I was supposed to have a greater effect on people than I was and make a noticeable difference in people’s lives,” she said. A passionate swimmer since childhood and a swim instructor for 22 years, Shults is happiest in the water.

She resolved to honor her birthday by giving 40 people of varied ages and backgrounds a one-hour swimming lesson, teaching breathing techniques and helping them overcome any reluctance to put their faces in the water. “My intention was to change people’s relationship with the water. It’s a challenge for me to do it in an hour,” she said. For her project, Shults is using The Plunge, Mission Beach’s historic, heated indoor pool, part of the Wave House Athletic Club, now being upgraded under new management. The pool at The Plunge is maintained at about SEE SWIMMING, Page 4 Writer Nicole Sours Larson. left, and swim instructor Kim Shults in the water at The Plunge in Mission Beach.

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BY ETHAN ORENSTEIN | BEACH & BAY PRESS The Magnolia Science Academy, a charter school that many local parents felt undermined the Mission Bay Cluster’s progress, withdrew its Proposition 39 application to share Mission Bay High School as a location for the 2013-14 school year. Proposition 39 requires California school districts to provide unused district facilities to charter schools that apply for space to educate at least 80 in-district students. The district offers locations based on the charter’s projected enrollment. Once offered and accepted, the charter school enters into a one-year agreement with the district. Principal of the Magnolia Science Academy’s San Carlos campus, Hakki Karaman, said although the Prop. 39 agreement is year-to-year, Magnolia ideally wants to find a site where it could stay for at least five years. When the charter learned MBHS would start construction on its new stadium, and various portable classrooms were to be removed, it became clear that MBHS was a short-term option for Magnolia, said Karaman. “When we were assigned facilities at Mission Bay High [by the school district], we felt it was a promising placement as it is a spacious campus,” Karaman said. “Since the possibility of moving only after the first year of operation is not an ideal situation, we decided to withdraw our acceptance of the Prop. 39 assignment at Mission Bay High.” The news came as relief to some local parents, who felt the charter would draw students away from Pacific Beach Middle School, which has nearly 40 fewer students now than in 2010-11, after recent transportation cuts. In the last five years, enrollment has dropped by more than 160

students. Mission Bay High School parent Kim Schoettle said while charter schools in general are not bad, the Magnolia Science Academy was not a good fit for the Mission Bay cluster. “The charter school was another threat to our programs and the students that we draw,” Schoettle said. “We want to build our community schools and make them as successful as they can be and provide all the programs we can. To do that, we need to keep our enrollment high to offer programs and have the funding.” SDUSD public information officer Jack Brandais said charter schools are not the reason local schools face funding threats, however. “Charter schools are a part of the landscape in California,” Brandais said. “The constant underfunding of education by the state legislature is what has been the real threat to public schools — both to district schools and charters.” With a projected enrollment of 107 sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders and access to six portable units on the west side of MBHS, it’s unclear if Magnolia would have drawn a significant number of students away from PB Middle. Mission Bay cluster chairwoman Jennifer Tandy said another concern was that the charter proceeded quickly without regard for the local community, schools and families. “This is, unfortunately, a situation of a corporate charter which, I think, is taking advantage of the Prop. 39 law,” Tandy said. The law creates a three-month process for charter schools to establish a location. Preliminary locations are offered in February, and the charter accepts or rejects the location by May. On Feb. 18, Tandy said the charter

Portable classrooms located at Mission Bay High School at the end of Lee Street will not be occupied by Magnolia Science Academy after Photo by Ethan Orenstein I Beach & Bay Press. the charter schoool withdrew its application to share the MBHS property.

began distributing fliers that confirmed MBHS would be its location for 2013-14. She said it was premature. The final offer and agreement were still two months away. “That was one red flag right off the bat,” Tandy said. Karaman said Magnolia’s goal was to expand school choices in San Diego, but the MBHS location was chosen by the school district itself. “The location wasn’t a targeted or specific choice on our part,” Karaman said. The Magnolia Educational and Research Foundation, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit, is the foundation behind the charter and has 12 schools throughout California. In the 2010 fiscal year ending June 2011, the foundation operated on a

$20.9 million budget. Its goal is to prepare students for college with an emphasis in science, technology, engineering and math. Karaman said the charter also offers free tutoring, athletics and band programs. Tandy said there is no lack of that in the community. She said both PB Middle and MBHS are able to provide every student access to computers and technology. She said MBHS has great robotics and engineering programs, and PB Middle even has a fully-equipped television studio. “From the get-go, it was just very unsettling that it was motivated more purely by a business model than by a need of something missing in the community,” Tandy said. “And the community, they knew it

would be detrimental to have a charter cohabitate on a high school campus. A sixth-through-eighth charter school on a high school campus, that’s just ludicrous to begin with.” MBHS Principal Fred Hilgers said the situation would have been difficult. It would have created security, time management and space sharing challenges, all of which would have been amplified as construction on the new stadium begins. “I wouldn’t want my students down there working in all that construction mess and noise,” Hilgers said. Hilgers said sharing the campus with a charter is very different than having a sixth-through-12th-grade district school. “That dynamic is very different than SEE CHARTER, Page 3

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this dynamic with the charter,” Hilgers said. “In the case of a district 6-12 school, the district creates and supports the system to make sure the sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders are really participating in a really controlled environment. But having an outside entity rent, basically, your facility, I have no stake in

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Magnolia.” Parent Cindy Heffington was looking into Magnolia as another middle-school option for her child. She said there are a lot of schools to choose from, but there aren’t many close to home. “We were all excited because there was another option,” Heffington said. “Now, there’s not.” In the future, Karaman said Magnolia does have plans for a second San Diego location.

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Kim Shults is teaching 40 individuals of diverse backgrounds how to breathe while swimming, enabling them to put their faces in the Photo by Nicole Sours Larson I Beach & Bay Press water.

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84 degrees, ideal for swimming. I was Shults’ sixth project participant and her first adult. I had long wanted to learn to swim properly, since I had never learned how to breathe while swimming. I had met Shults at The Plunge while I was “water-walking” with friends and she was teaching charming 3-year-old twins. I was impressed with her easy manner and encouraging approach toward teaching. Afterward, in the locker room, I asked if she taught adults, too. She explained her project. It was only when I explained that I didn’t submerge my

face because I didn’t know how to breathe that I realized I had had three separate near-drowning incidents by age 6. The last of these was during my final swimming class. None of these affected my love of the water, but they left me a poor swimmer. I went for my lesson with Shults with great excitement, but minimal expectations. Could she really teach me how to breathe and swim properly in just an hour? Yes, indeed, she could — and did. For me, it was the most liberating experience. I flew through the pool, especially when she fitted me with fins. I felt as if she had given me back the joy and exhilaration I experienced in the water as a child, but had lost as an adult. Now, following my water-walking

sessions, I return to the pool to practice my breathing and swimming techniques, each time increasing my number of laps. I’ve continued lessons, learning backstroke and refining my freestyle. Most important, I feel more confident and safer in the water. My experience is not unique. Through her project, Shults has already taught infants and mature adults, including several who had never swam before, the basics of swimming and breathing. “I decided to do this project for myself. It’s very selfish. I love seeing the looks on people’s faces when they do something they didn’t think they could ever do. I look at them and know they can do it. I get to spend that time with them pushing them to a level they never thought was possible,” she said. Shults is looking for a few more people, particularly adults, who want to change their relationship with the water and learn or improve their swimming. If you would like to participate, visit www.faceinwater.org, or email kim@faceinwater.org, explaining your story and interest in swimming. It’s never too early or late to learn how to swim.

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Women from the University of California, San Diego put their backs into the competition durPhoto by Paul Hansen I Beach & Bay Press ing a previous San Diego Crew Classic.

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regatta. Athletes, ranging in age from 14 to 84 years, compete in more than 100 races in various divisions. From its modest beginnings in 1973, the Crew Classic has matured into one of the largest regattas held primarily for eight-oared rowing shells. Today, it is a two-day, nationally acclaimed regatta for juniors, collegiate, masters and even Olympic-level competitors, set in the picturesque waters, sandy shores and green lawns of Mission Bay Park. More than 25,000 spectators watch the races from the shoreline and the popular Jumbotron on site. San Diegans can be proud of the strong influence the regatta has had on the sport. Against the backdrop of the San Diego skyline, spectators at the Crew Classic can enjoy music, food, art exhibit, alumni and corporate tents and the Karl Strauss Beer Garden and Brew Classic for that “feet in the sand” or “beer in the hand” experience. The San Diego Zoo and Safari Park Family Festi-

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DUI checkpoint nets 8 arrests Eight reportedly impaired drivers were arrested during a DUI checkpoint set up by police on March 15 in the 4200 block of Mission Bay Drive. The checkpoint was conducted from 11 p.m. until 3 a.m. According to officials, 1,651 vehicles passed through the checkpoint, 969 of which were screened by officers. Eighteen motorists were detained for a further evaluation of their sobriety. Eight arrests were made for DUI in the checkpoint, and nine vehicles were impounded. One citation was issued for having an open alcohol container in a vehicle, and one citation was issued for marijuana possession.

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donations to keep alive the Fourth of July fireworks tradition. With the withdrawl of Paradise Point from the 4th festivities last year, the MBYC and SeaWorld San Diego are now the only remaining fireworks shows in the Mission Bay area. The MBYC is now actively involved in raising funds for the Fourth of July fireworks show in Sail Bay. The costs of running a show like this are close to $24,000. The big items include the barge ($10,000), the fireworks (10,000) and permits ($2,000). The members of the club donate their time to handle the logistics of the show, all the coordination leading up to the event and then manage the safety perimeter during and the show itself can be enjoyed by all members of the community from the shore of Misson Bay and throughout. To help, visit http://missionbayfireworks.org.

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dance to music featuring horns and guitars. The dancing groups at Fiesta de Reyes consist of professional dancers, students and young children. On Wednesdays, Mariachi Divinas, the only allfemale mariachi group in San Diego, will occupy the Fiesta de Reyes stage from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. On Fridays, the Fiesta de Reyes stage will welcome Luis Max & Blue Moon from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The band features music straight from the heart and was influenced by growing up in Mexico. Its sounds are a fusion of Latin, rock and pop music. Rich in Latin percussion with a hint of jazz, it will satisfy even the most sophisticated of musical tastes.

Last and surely not least, Fiesta de Reyes also has a roving house Mariachi band. Los Rios performs every Monday, Thursdays, and Fridays from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 3:30 p.m. Los Rios sings traditional mariachi songs, Santana, Kool and the Gang and even Pink Floyd tunes. Fiesta de Reyes is a lively experience with a permanent party ambiance. It is located at Juan and Calhoun streets, a one-block stroll from the Old Town Trolley Station. For more information call (619) 297-3100 or visit www.FiestaDeReyes.com.

SDMusic TV will host a battle of the bands at Brick by Brick on April 4. While most such contests are usually loaded with bottom-of-the-barrel bands or up-and-comers trying to make a name for themselves, this time out, the folks at SDMusic have put together a solid bill, including terrific guitarist Roni Lee, best known as writer for the Runaways’ classic, “I Wanna Be Where The Boys Are;” indie rockers Special Delivery and alt-rock quintet Mad Traffic. The latter is particularly worth catching. Led by songwriter and charismatic frontman Blaisé Guld, the group has a slew of great tunes, like its latest single, “Open

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Crew Classic again on tap for April 6-7 ONTHE WATERFRONT BY JOHNNY MCDONALD | BEACH & BAY PRESS Harvard’s crew won’t be back to defend it’s Copley Cup title at the San Diego Crew Classic, but there’s plenty of others to make competition interesting off Crown Point shores from April 6-7. Over four decades, the premier regatta has attracted many of the elite collegiate crews.This year is no exception. When Harvard won convincingly last year, it marked its first appearance here since 1994 and its ninth overall win. While the Crimsons’ visits might be described as a rarity, that’s not the case with the University of California. The Bears were victors in 2010 and 2011. “Harvard doesn’t come that often,” said Crew Classic executive director Martha Schumacker. “So, it’s not unusual.” The University of California is, of course, the perennial favorite to hold off the likes of Syracuse, Stanford, Oregon State, Pennsylvania, Gonzaga and British Columbia. In addition, UCSD, USD and San Diego State University will have shells in the water. Schumacker said the Crew Classic basically likes to focus invitations on the teams that finished in the top 25 nationally last . Jessop-Whittier Cup defender USC will return in a role that has spread to two straight victories and a fourth since 2007 in women’s competition. USC will be challenged by Duke, Purdue, Cal Berkeley, UCLA, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin and Washington State. About 4,400 athletes from more than 125 universities, clubs and

high schools from across the U.S. participate in this spring regatta. Athletes, ranging in age from 14 to 84 years, compete in more than 100 races in various divisions. From a modest start in 1973, the Crew Classic has matured into one of the largest regattas held primarily for eight-oared rowing shells. Today, it is a two-day, nationally acclaimed regatta for juniors, collegiate, masters and even Olympiclevel competitors. An estimated 25,000 spectators watched the races from the shoreline, as well as on the popular Jumbotron TV-screen onsite. Spectators also can enjoy music, food, art exhibit and a beer garden. The San Diego Zoo and Safari Park Family Festival will provide activities for the children. Races start near the SeaWorld towers and pass the Ingraham Street Bridge, head north along Mission Bay for 2,000 meters, and finish at Crown Point Shores. Racing is tentatively scheduled to begin at 7:30 a.m. each day and action continues until about 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 6 and until about 3:30 p.m. on Sunday. The JessopWhittier Cup heats begin early in the morning on Saturday, followed by the Copley Cup heats. The JessopWhittier Cup final is set for Sunday morning, followed by the Copley Cup final. Ticket prices are $12 in advance (crewclassic.org) and $15 on the day of the event. Admission is free for active military with ID and for children under 12. Parking is $15 per car at Crown Point Shores. There is free parking at Ski Beach, (off Ingraham Street and across from the entrance to Paradise Point Resort), with free shuttle service to the regatta. — Johnny McDonald is a longtime writer and columnist for the San Diego Community Newspaper Group

OB ITUARY Longtime PB resident, business owner Jim Leonard, 63 Jim Leonard, owner of Leonard Appraisals, passed away March 21 at the age of 63. He was a longtime resident of Pacific Beach. When he first arrived in San Diego in the 1970s, he was a regular at Santa Rita Beach. Later, much later, he settled down to the JIM LEONARD business of realestate appraisal. He could still be found at Hennessy’s and Nicks, as time allowed. He had many friends and considered Pacific Beach home.

The last three years of his life were spent in Dallas. It was there he married his longtime friend and companion, Melanie. He loved life, laughing, poker with friends, golf, Tombstone and hanging out. He is survived by his wife, Melanie Leonard, of Denver; brothers Mark Leonard and Kerry Leonard of Dallas; and sister, Laurie Leonard of Pacific Beach. His ashes will be interred at Fort Rosecrans in late April or early May. To those of you that knew him, toast him next time you are out. To those of you who didn’t know him, you missed out on some great times. I love you, Jim. You were a good big brother and I will miss you.

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Far-reaching lens on seals warrants increased security presence at Children’s Pool BY MARIKO LAMB | BEACH & BAY PRESS Since the installation of a camera at Children’s Pool beach, the world has gotten a unique glimpse of La Jolla’s much-debated seal haven through live video streaming of the area on the Western Alliance for Nature’s website, www.wanconservancy.org. As the number of watchful eyes on the beach increases, so do the number of calls to police about alleged wrongdoings or Marine Mammal Protection Act violations there, prompting Northern Division police Capt. Brian Ahearn to station watch at the beach 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to get a firsthand look at reported criminal activity and bring a sense of calm to the temperamental area. “The installation of the camera has generated a lot of complaints that we weren’t getting before,” said Ahearn. “People from all over the world have the ability to monitor that camera, so what they perceive to be a problem is now being reported to police.” Ahearn dismisses any allegations from those who say his department is serving as a pawn in someone else’s political game. “The order came from me,” he said. “What I wanted to accomplish was to see if what was being reported to us by citizens is what my officers are seeing as well, or if is it being interpreted differently by different people.”

The video camera at the beach does not record the footage it streams, so the only way of knowing whether reported criminal activity is, in fact, taking place is by having an officer keep watch on the area in person. For the most part, the reports are not elevated to the status of criminal violations, he said, but it is important to have an officer there to confirm the calls. “For example, we recently got a call of somebody on the beach with a flashlight disturbing the seals,” he said. “It turned out it was a father and son who were actually at the top of the stairs walking around and they had a flashlight because it was dark, so they were not remotely close to being involved in any type of criminal activity.” There are, however, instances that require more scrutiny, like the wellpublicized incident just after midnight on Feb. 15, during which two young women were caught blatantly harassing the seals by pulling at the seals’ flippers, flashing bright camera lights in their faces and even attempting to sit on a seal. What began as a 7 a.m.-to-11 p.m. watch on Feb. 12 lengthened to a 24hour watch on Feb. 15 after the video of the potentially criminal act surfaced. “That video was captured at about 12:15 after midnight, so we expanded it to 24/7, and we began a criminal investigation on that,” said Ahearn.

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“If that’s the case, that there’s people out there late at night trying to do that, let’s make sure we have a presence out there.” Another benefit of having officers on duty at the Children’s Pool is to deter crime and restore peace at the site, he said. “For some reason the Children’s Pool is back on the map, and there’s been an increase in the amount of criticism going back and forth,” he said. “I just don’t want it to escalate into any kind of physical confrontation, so now is a good time to have a uniform presence and try to get people to just calm down and get back to some degree of civil conversation.” He said criminal violations can — and have — occurred when people are heated by passion for a particular cause. “Pick and choose which side you want to be on. I just don’t want things to escalate into what are typically reasonable people who get involved in some sort of criminal act. It has happened before. People who are passionate about an issue let their emotions get the best of them, and they’ve committed crime,” he said. “I just don’t want it to get to that level.” Ahearn said the police presence at the Children’s Pool is not permanent. “It’s a temporary presence to try to bring a little sense of calm back to the pool so the city can get back to the business at hand,” he said. “So far, I think it has worked out well.”

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Jeffrey Linton, owner of the new Chop Shop Teriyaki restaurant, is continually mixing it up to please customers at the eatery, located at 3852 Mission Blvd. Photo by Ethan Orenstein I Beach & Bay Press

Northwest transplant offers up Asian-fusion eats at the beach BY ETHAN ORENSTEIN | BEACH & BAY PRESS Jeffrey Linton opened Chop Shop Teriyaki, located at 3852 Mission Blvd., with a vision to bring the Asian-fusion style of Seattle to the beach. Linton had the idea soon after he graduated from San Diego State University. Browsing reviews on Yelp, it became clear that there was a lack of quality teriyaki restaurants in San Diego, he said. “I’m a picky eater myself, and so is one of my business partners, and you guys have burrito shacks down here [in Pacific Beach] on almost every corner.” Chop Shop’s large menu includes everything from traditional teriyaki and yakisoba to fusion-style cilantro lime chicken tacos and bacon jalapeño fried rice. Linton plans to offer seasonal dishes and specials, which will continue to expand what Chop Shop has to offer. “People like choices and people like healthy options,” Linton said. “Down at the beach, if there’s a guy and his girlfriend, she can have the option to get a vegetarian bowl or a quinoa tofu bowl and he can get the teriyaki chicken. We wanted to expand it so it’s a little more broad.” In addition to its unique dishes, Chop Shop’s sauces are all home-made and prepared fresh. Linton said it takes a lot of prep work, but the result is worth it. Linton said he is excited about his first restaurant, and he plans to continue to learn and grow to offer a new dining

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experience by the beach. He appreciates feedback and hopes to work with customers to bring them the perfect teriyaki. Shortly after it opened in February, some customers said the drinks were a little too expensive and the portions were small, so Linton lowered drink prices by 50 cents and increased portion sizes. “Like my dad always said, the minute people stop critiquing is the minute they stop caring,” Linton said. “I want nothing besides to give people the chance to try authentic teriyaki, something they really haven’t had in their diet growing up, and I want a chance to bring it to the community and do it right. I’m here to stay and I’m here to provide people with good food and good times.”

Mission Bay High School alumni fete opening of Seaside Farmers Market The Mission Bay High School Alumni Association celebrated the grand opening of its Seaside Farmers Market on March 16. The weekly Saturday event is open to the public and will be held in the west student parking lot at Mission Bay High School, 2475 Grand Ave., with 100 percent of the profits to benefit Mission Bay High School. In addition to artisans, food and organic produce, the Seaside Farmers Market will be unique in that a community section will be featured for all local Pacific Beach cluster schools to fundraise, perform and spread awareness. The Seaside Farmers Market was cre-

ated by MBHS alumni Cori (Smith) Meara, who also is the MBHS Alumni Association vice president. Meara has been active in the Pacific Beach public schools for more than 13 years, with two children currently enrolled. “I have been fundraising for so many years for our schools,” Meara said. “It has always been a dream of mine to develop a consistent, substantial revenue-generating source for MBHS, so we can really make a difference.” For more information, email cmeara@sbcglobal.net, or visit www.facebook.com/seasidefarmersmark etmbhs?fref=ts.

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The March 16 Pacific Beach Middle School Music Department’s pancake breakfast was a success, raising over $1,000 for the talented middle-school musicians. Hundreds of pancakes, Irish tunes by Mr. O’Donnell and family and friends made for a morning supporting music at Pacific Beach Middle School. Thanks to the volunteers and guests.

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PB artists earn honors in art festival showing Ocean Beach artists Mae CrauderDavis and Drew Brandish and Pacific Beach artist Pasha Turley had works accepted into the 50th annual Religious Art Festival of St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 3502 Clairemont Drive. Pacific Beach artist Tanya Bishton received an honorable mention award. Just over half of the submitted works were accepted by juror Eugene Harris of Point Loma Nazarene University.

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ARMSTRONG BUILDERS, RUN BY LOCAL TOM ARMSTRONG, was first formed in 1983 behind Armstrong’s house in Pacific Beach. From that tiny office the business grew, and Armstrong Builders has since designed or built some of the most beautiful projects in San Diego, including several award winners. Armstrong, who has been working in the industry since age 15, focuses on coastal homes and often includes green concepts in his designs. www.armstrongbuilt.com 755 Turqouise St. (858) 488-2825

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LANDSCAPE DESIGN LA JOLLA LANDSCAPE AND DESIGN offers a variety of services to maintain and customize yards of any size and style. Its staff is knowledgeable and experienced, and specializes in services that keep plants healthy and beautiful. It offers landscape maintenance and tree service for yard upkeep, but it also provides design and installation. The designers consider a number of factors, including climate, topography and groundwater recharge to ensure a quality landscape. They make sure the design works in harmony with the property’s architecture and geography. In addition to plants, the company also handles building projects like decks and lighting. www.lajollalandscapeanddesign.co m (858) 220-3138 FOCUSED ON ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY PRACTICES, Revolution Landscape provides sustainable landscape design, construction and maintenance. Its mission goes beyond aesthetics, and

makes sure its designs conserve water, save energy and support native plants. It offers everything from weeding and upkeep to harvesting and composting. For projects big and small, Revolution Landscape determines the most energy efficient designs that incorporate natural sunlight and water retention. Its landscape services are great for those looking to reduce their carbon footprint while growing a variety of fresh, sustainable fruits and vegetables. www.revolutionlandscape.com 7514 Girard Ave. Ste. 1507 (858) 775-1805 GARNER WICHMANN DEAN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS work with clients on projects that incorporate a harmony of plants and stonework. From the beginning, architects determine the budget, analyze the property’s zoning regulations and prepare the master plan in order to coordinate the designers and client. The designers have vast experience with landscape architecture in San Diego, and can help create the perfect design for any La Jolla property. www.gwdla.com 405 Via Del Norte Studio C (858) 459-9220

Coastal Sage Gardening SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR MORE THAN 25 YEARS, Grunow Construction specializes in custom home remodels, historic preservation and new home construction, as well as offering a full range of home repair services. The team collaborates with independent design professionals and their own licensed inhouse architect to give them the ability to interface constructively with clients’ designers by assisting in the drafting of details on waterproofing and structural items. grunowconstruction.com 1121 Torrey Pines Road

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Coastal Sage Gardening designs, installs, and maintains individualized landscapes throughout San Diego. The owner, John Noble, has over thirty years of experience. He leads a crew of professional gardeners and apprentices that work hard to create beautiful gardens. They believe the landscape should be an unique expression of the homeowner's desires, within the reality of their budgets, and with nature doing most of the work Southern California needs sustainable, water saving gardens. Lawn removal or reductions, proper grading, rain water retention, greywater systems, and led lighting are all important in designing today's landscapes. Coastal Sage specializes in native and mediterranean gardens, as well herb and edible gardens. Adam Nordhues, a permaculturist, is part of the team. The business office - garden shop- is an incredible seven sided rock building with a butterfly pitched roof. It is located at 3685 Voltaire Street, across from the Point Loma Library. The office hours are Mon-Fri 10am to 2pm., Sat. 10am to 5pm, and closed on Sunday. For an appointment with John Noble contact the office 619 223 5229

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HOME SERVICES Find a pro for ever y projec t in your home!

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Handyman Nate The Handyman CAN Accommodate all your needs! Sr. Discounts! Free Estimates! Calll Nate 619.890.7106 Lic#2017626 & Bonded In SD 6 years!

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Retail • Commercial 1621 Grand Avenue, Suite C 858-274-3737 Serving PB for over 40 years

Plumbers

Roofing

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PETS & PET SERVICES 400 pet services WWW.CUTTINGEDGEK9.COM CUTTING EDGE K9 REHAB Has Been Featured On Local & National News, Radio, A Number Of Local Papers & Magazine Articles. Swimming is one of our strongest recommendations for most K9’s. It is an ideal form of exercise for a many reasons. Our rehab services offer assisted swimming in a warm water environment. The benefits are: • Non-weight-bearing (reducing stress on joints) • Facilitates full use of the front and hind legs vs. partial use as seen with underwater treadmills • Dogs are often able to actively swim although unable to move their legs on land (due to stroke/ spinal injury) • Allows manual techniques by therapist/ manual resistance to an affected limb • Swimming in a controlled environment is the safest way for clients to exercise. • Speeds recovery following injury/ surgery • Improves function & quality of life • Works reciprocal muscle groups (helps correct muscle imbalances) • Reduces pain & inflammation • Reduces canine obesity thus decreasing the risk of other health-related problems • Increases strength, range of motion & cardiovascular conditioning • Prevents overheating through proper water temperature • Increases tolerance for extended cardiovascular training • Decreases recovery time • Reduces post-exercise soreness • Provides good cross training for the competitive, athletic dog (619) 227-7802

MISC. SERVICES OFFERED 450 LJ ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNS Construction permits, blueprints, Residential Designs. LOW RATES!!! SE HABLA ESPAÑOL LIC.#069268 (619) 817-7787 REMODEL & ADDITION SPECIALISTS FREE ESTIMATES. No job too small. Call to see our portfolio or Email us at RichardNileConstruction@yahoo.com (619) 684-0336

adoption services A SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA outdoors couple looks to fulfill our dreams of building our family through adoption. We offer affection, security and a wonderful life. Expenses gladlypaid as permitted. Legal/ Confidential. Call Susan or James tollfree anytime 1.877.333.1582

services offered BUSY HOUSEWIFE OR CAREER WOMAN I can help you with: **Grocery shopping **Running errands **Household management $20 per hour + mileage Call Kirsty 619 379 8750

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HYDRANGEA COVE OFFERS UNIQUE home and garden accessories with a beach cottage style. Customers can create a leisurely, welcoming atmosphere with vinHydrangea Cove tage decor. A true beach cotcountries, and it is the only San tage has a personality, and Diego supplier of the DUX bed. Hydrangea Cove knows that Its interior designers personalcomes with attention to detail. ize designs and products for It allows customers to shop for homes and yachts. With a huge a personal touch with items selection of sheets, blankets, likes books and jewelry. comforters, pillows and beds, www.hydrangeacove.com Everett Stunz has something 929 Turquoise St. for every client’s personal taste (858) 750-3567 and perfect bedroom. www.everettstunz.com PATINA GIFT STORE IS A 7616 Girard Ave. GREAT PLACE to find the fin(858) 459-3305 ishing touches for a home redecorating project. Its wide INSPIRED BY THE CULTURE selection of home and garden AND STYLE OF MARSEILLE, gifts is the perfect way to adorn Cote Sud imports linens, ceramand accent a newly designed ics, dinnerware and accessories room. With items ranging from from all over Europe. The prodglassware, dinnerware and bath ucts feature vibrant colors and products to art pieces, pottery floral-inspired designs that can and candles, it’s possible to cusgive any room a warm, spring tomize every room. It fills its feel. Most of the linens and shelves with seasonal items, dishware are not only beautiful, and recently received some colbut also durable and easy to orful, spring-inspired plates and wash. As the weather warms handmade olive wood pieces. and the sun lingers into the www.patinagiftstore.com evening, a La Jolla patio can 957 Turquoise St. feel like the South of France. (858) 488-4488 www.cotesudlajolla.com 1145 Prospect St. (858) 551-5125

HOME DECOR MOS MY OWN SPACE SPECIALIZES in modern home designs. It carries furniture, accessories, rugs and accents to overhaul any room. The showroom’s furniture sets are simple, functional, stylish and built to last. With a variety of intricate rugs and glass lighting fixtures, clients can add their personal taste and touch to their home. The My Own Space website makes home decorating easy and allows customers to explore, design and order products online. www.mosmyownspace.com 7722-A Girard Ave. (858) 459-0099 INSPIRED BY LA JOLLA’S COASTAL ATMOSPHERE, Seaside Home offers casual, but elegant furniture and home accessories. Its showroom displays collections from a wide variety of lines from all over the world including places like Italy, Patagonia and Peru. Everything from crystal chandeliers and lighting to bath linens and fine china creates a beautiful, coastal atmosphere in any room. Seaside Home also offers interior design services to help with any project. www.seaside-home.com 1055 Wall St. (858) 454-0866 EVERETT STUNZ HAS SPECIALIZED in bedroom and bath products for about 50 years. It imports lines from six different

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dition, the secret garden locations will be revealed on tour day when guests pick up their programs and map at historic Wisteria Cottage. Guests can choose between the self-guided tour or the Platinum Tour. The Platinum Tour begins with a scrumptious brunch and visitors are taken by shuttle with docent guides. Plan to make your reservations early because admission is limited and the tour has been known to sell out. For information or reservations, call the La Jolla Historical Society at (858) 4595335 or visit www.lajollahistory.org.

As a co-founder of the Secret Garden Tour, I can’t believe it is blossoming into its 15th year. The tour has become a much-anticipated perennial event that gives guests the privilege to wander though the garden gates and enjoy some of La Jolla’s most cherished private gardens. This year’s tour will take place on Saturday, May 18 and it promises to be another memorable event with not only enjoy beautiful gardens, but also artists at work painting garden scenes, designers’ imaginative entertaining displays and live music. Following tra-

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Located across the street from the sand, surf, and dog beach! Charming Penthouse beach condo with white water ocean views. Enjoy beautiful San Diego sunsets from not one but both of your balconies. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, farmer's market, and more. Your new lifestyle awaits!

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Sat 12-3 Sun 1-4pm . .5632 Rutgers Road . . . . . . . .4BR/4BA . . . . . . .$1,719,000 . . . . David Mora 619-994-2438 / Charlie Hein 858-205-2310 Sat & Sun 1-4pm . . . . .7033 Via Estrada . . . . . . . . . .6BR/4BA . . . . . . .$2,995,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Joe Graham • 858-735-4141 Sat 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .553 Bonair Place . . . . . . . . . .3BR/3BA . . . . . . .$1,095,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ed Cabo & Gretchen Monak • 619-894-2111 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . .3962 La Jolla Village Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$495,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Maria Valencia • 619-888-8947 Sun 1-5pm . . . . . . . . .6846 Draper Ave. . . . . . . . . .3BR/3.5BA . . . . .$1,075,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jim Holland • 858-405-6442 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . .1264 Nautilus St. . . . . . . . . .3BR/3BA . . . . . . .$1,199,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The Reed Team • 858-456-1240 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . .6571 Avenida Wilfredo . . . . .4BR/2BA . . . . . . .$1,350,000-$,550,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .David Schroedl • 858-459-0202 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . .5646 Rutgers Rd. . . . . . . . . .3+BR/3.5BA . . . .$1,390,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Barbara Leinenweber • 619-981-0002 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . .5676 Taft Ave. . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/3BA . . . . . . .$1,675,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Greg Noonan • 858-551-3302 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . .373 Coast S #3 . . . . . . . . . . .2BR/2BA . . . . . . .$1,690,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Moira Tapia • 858-337-7269 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . .6209 Beaumont Ave. . . . . . .4BR/4BA . . . . . . .$2,395,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Carol Hernstad • 858-775-4473 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . .1235 Olivet St. . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/3.5BA . . . . .$2,895,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The Daniels Group • 858-361-5561 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . .7010 Fairway Rd. . . . . . . . . .3BR/3.5BA . . . . .$3,295,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Greg Noonan • 858-551-3302 PACIFIC BEACH / MISSION BEACH / CROWN POINT Sat & Sun 1-4pm . . . . .3947 Sequoia . . . . . . . . . . . .4BR/4BA . . . . . . .$799,000-$835,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kathy Evans • 858-488-7355 Sat & Sun 11-4pm . . . .1265 Oliver Ave. . . . . . . . . . .4BR/3.5BA . . . . .$899,000-$934,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kathy Evans • 858-488-7355 Sun 1-3pm . . . . . . . . .430 San Antonio Ave #1 . . . .2BR/2BA . . . . . . .$635,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Justin Salbato • 858-405-2405

Coastal Properties

Kathy Evans 858.775.1575 DRE #00872108 TimTusa.com American Dream Homes

619.822.0093 DRE# 01371100 Call me to Sell your Pacific Beach home or 2-4units! I have buyers ready to go!

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POINT LOMA / OCEAN BEACH Sat & Sun 11-4pm . . . .3329 Yonge St. . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/2BA . . . . . . .$695,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Robert Realty • 619-852-8827 Sat & Sun 11-4pm . . . .920 Moana Dr. . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/3BA . . . . . . .$825,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Robert Realty • 619-852-8827 Sat & Sun 11-4pm . . . .3725 Southernwood Way . . .4BR/3.5BA . . . . .$995,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Robert Realty • 619-852-8827 Sat & Sun 11-4pm . . . .1353 Plum St. . . . . . . . . . . . .4BR/3.5BA . . . . .$1,195,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Robert Realty • 619-852-8827 Sat & Sun 11-4pm . . . .867 Harbor View Pl . . . . . . . .4BR/4.5BA . . . . .$2,650,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Robert Realty • 619-852-8827

“I had the good luck of using the expertise of Mr. Tusa to short sell my Pacific Beach home and can't say enough about the way he made everything glide through the process with the greatest of ease! I couldn't be happier and highly recommend him to list and sell your home! Thank you Mr. Tusa”

UNIVERSITY CITY Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . .9014 Montrose Way . . . . . . .4BR/2.5BA . . . . .$895,999 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Russ Craig • 858-361-7877 ESCONDIDO Sat 12-2pm . . . . . . . . .28585 Lawrence Welk Ct. . . .3BR/3BA . . . . . . .$950,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Iberia Enterprises • 619-518-2755

$635,000

John S. - Seller

SOUTH PARK Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . .2269-2271 Commonwealth Ave. 3BR/2BA . . . . . . .$549,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Drew Auker • 619-618-5716

Thinking of Selling... Deborah Greenspan

W ISHING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY PEACE , JOY AND HAPPINESS THIS

DRE 017333274

deborahspan@me.com

(619) 972-5060

PASSOVER AND E ASTER S EASON .

Pacific

Call Brian Lewis Inventory is at a record low I want to earn your business!

(619) 300-5032 www.thinkbrian.com

Pacific Beach/Sail Bay 1157 Pacific Beach Drive Enjoy this highly upgraded custom 2+Br/2.5Ba beach townhome located on Sail Bay. Hardwood floors, totally remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances & custom cabinets, expansive master suite with french doors to private balcony. Immaculate quality throughout.

Seller will entertain offers between Karen Hickman • (858) 229-7773 #1 Individual Agent - 2013 - Prudential California Realty La Jolla #2 Individual Agent - San Diego County khickman@san.rr.com www.KarenSellTheCoast.com CA DRE #01015206

$725,000 - $800,000

Mission Bay Real Estate Association Real Estate Trade Association for 92109 “Where professionals meet to serve you”

www.mbrea.net

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Coastal Properties *#1 Office in Total Real Estate Sales in 92109 Since 2005 #1 Office in Listings Sold in 92109 Since 2005 **#1 in Sold Transactions in the U.S. Since 1997

(858) 272-9696 • Remax-Coastal.com

*Data obtained from SANDICOR MLS **Re/Max International

Get EGG-cited!!! Brand New Construction (to be completed May 2013)

Looking to live a beach lifestyle and be close to the water? Then pack your beach toys and get moving on this one! Not only will you be just 5 blocks from the oceanfront but also 2 blocks from Sail Bay so you will have your choice of water sports and outdoor activities. 2,331sf of elegance. Bay & ocean views from skydeck! 2,800sf ultra modern Single Family Residence in Sail Bay. Enjoys stunning panoramic ocean and bay views. State of the art in home movie theater. Smart Home capability. A/C. Solar. 3 car garage-port for vehicles and beach toys. Over 1,000sf of deck space maximizes your coastal living experience! Call for a full list of features. Entertain till your hearts content! Charming 2300+sf home, 4BR + Penthouse room with one wall full of windows, wetbar with built in cabinetry and mini fridge opens out to a bay/ocean view roof deck patio with outdoor fireplace. Located in a coveted beach location! Walking distance to the water, shops, restaurants, and more!

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Thinking of Selling...

Call Brian Lewis Inventory is at a record low I want to earn your business!

(619) 300-5032 www.thinkbrian.com

KATHY EVANS

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92109’s Top Producer

(858) 775-1575 ISellBeach.com

Listed at $525,000.

1609 Emerald Street in PB

DRE# 00872108

Great views from this 3 bedroom/2.5 bath

home in Pacific Beach!

Happy Easter! Look what the Easter Bunny brought these sellers. Multiple offers in less than 3 days! 1127 W-

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$699,000 Call Beau for details.

Owner occupied 4br 3ba bayfront townhome with stunning views of the Beach and Bay. Top floor features a high arched beam architectural ceiling. Spacious width of the living/dining area & master bedroom suite is a design plus. Unit comes with 3 parking spaces and storage galore.

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Listed at $350,000

8795 Gilman Drive #G in La Jolla

REDUCED $995,000

Beau Trickey Mobile: 858.334.3019

Don Hawthorne

858-692-8161

Dane Scharetg

Todd Adamson

beau@beautrickey.com

RE/MAX Coastal Properties

858-373-7923

858-504-3263

DRE #01473230

DRE# 01901736

DRE #01345168

Office: 858.272.9696

822 San Juan Place If you’re thinking of selling in PB, who better to trust than a 3rd generation PB Native!

Cape Cod townhome with Bay views! Located on the sunny side of the court, this corner unit faces the bay and has beautiful sunrise views. This lovely home features 2nd & 3rd level living, 2 bedrooms w/ an option 3rd, 1,608 sq. ft. of living space, open breakfast bar, living room with vaulted ceilings, built-ins, ample skylights, slab granite counters in Kit & BAs, multiple view decks, attached 2 car side by side garage & much more. Great location on the bay and close to many conveniences.

Homes Sold in 2013 1127 Beryl – In escrow in three days with multiple offers 3950 Sequoia – In escrow with multiple offers 1009 Tourmaline #2 – In escrow 4753 Lamont – In escrow 4757 Lamont – Sold 860 Chalcedony – Sold

Your Native PB Realtor & Neighbor Voted 5 Star Realtor of the Year by San Diego Magazine

$895,000

Scott Booth

Steve Cairncross

Realtor

858-735-1045 www.beachseller.com

Re/Max Coastal Properties

(858)775-0280

stevecairnx@gmail.com

scottboothsd@gmail.com

DRE #0859218

CA DRE Lic #01397371

Suit & tie service with flip flop friendliness

4444 Mission Blvd., Pacific Beach • (858) 272.9696 DRE # 00935682