HL April 11.indd - Harbour Light Magazine
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HL April 11.indd - Harbour Light Magazine
April 2011 The Original Magazine for the people of Huntington Harbour Volume XLI Our 41th Year in the Harbour Wanderlust Ski Club, February 2011 No. 2 Huntington Beach, CA Permit No. 297 P PAID PRST STD U.S. POSTAGE T THE HUNTINGTON HARBOU R | JUST SOLD & IN ESCROW | | IN ESCROW | | JUST SOLD | | IN ESCROW | 16110 TORTOLA CIRCLE | $699,900 16533 HARBOUR LANE, #22 | $1,000,000 16842 EDGEWATER LANE | $1,275,000 Beautiful Davenport model three bedroom waterfront townhome. Remodeled kitchen with granite counters. Remodeled in 2008, 4 Bd. 3 Ba. (1 Bd. 1 Ba. down). Stunning remodeled Tudor style home, gourmet kitchen with granite counter & stainless appliances. | IN ESCROW | | JUST SOLD | 16751 CORAL CAY LANE | $2,495,000 17065 EDGEWATER LANE | $2,675,000 Beautiful Tuscan beachfront located in the guard-gated community of Coral Cay. 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HARBOUR LIGHT For and about the PEOPLE of Huntington Harbour, since 1970 Assistance League Huntington Beach by Sloan Gallipeo Published by Boris & Dorothy Ralphs Volume XLI Number 2 April 2011 In this issue: Assistance League of Huntington Beach .....................5 Wanderlust Ski Club .............................................................6 Cantilever Decks Update ...................................................7 Huntington Harbour Garden Club .................................8 FINS ............................................................................................9 Anglers of Huntington Harbour ................................... 10 Huntington Harbour Art Association ..........................11 Seagate Yacht Club ............................................................12 Huntington Harbour Yacht Club ...................................14 Sea Isle Garden Club ..........................................................15 La Familia ...............................................................................15 Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee .... 16 HHPC Islanders.................................................................... 18 HHPC Marina Windjammers ...........................................19 HHPC Admiralty Group.....................................................19 HHPC Trinidad Group ....................................................... 21 HHPC Juniors ....................................................................... 21 HHPC Sandpipers............................................................... 22 USC Alumni Club of Huntington Beach..................... 24 VIMS ........................................................................................ 24 Ross Family Legacy Foundation ................................... 24 Bolsa Chica Land Trust ..................................................... 25 HH Republican Women, Federated ............................ 25 International Order of the Blue Gavel ........................ 26 Kiwanis of Huntington Harbour ................................... 26 Newcomers .......................................................................... 27 Trinidad Ladies Group ...................................................... 27 La Traviata - Guilds of the OCPAC ................................ 28 Little Mermaid Guild of CHOC Children’s ................. 28 On the Cover Wanderlust Ski Club Members enjoying a beautiful day in Snowmass, Colorado. HARBOUR LIGHT Magazine is published on the even months. Advertising deadline (usually): 1st of odd month. Advertising rates on request. Subscriptions: $15.00 per year. Address: Harbour Light Magazine, 16033 Bolsa Chica Street, Suite 104, #606, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. Phone us at (714) 840-0995 or e-mail us at bralphs2@ socal.rr.com. The Dental Program in action. February is dental health month so our volunteers were out in force visiting 15 schools in Huntington Beach and Westminster taking time with kindergarten and first grade students to remind them to take good care of their teeth. Who knew dental hygiene could be such a fun topic? Our volunteers read a cute story about taking care of your teeth and show the students how to properly brush your teeth using giant plastic teeth and an oversized toothbrush. 1,600 smile kits (each kit includes a toothbrush, toothpaste, and stickers) were given out to the students. The students are always excited to listen and learn. The smile kits are also popular. Students at Edison High School help put the smile kits together for us each year. Save the Date: Please mark your calendars for our annual fundraiser, Treasures by the Sea. The fundraiser will be held at the Hyatt Hotel in Huntington Beach on Saturday, April 30, 2011. This is a silent auction/luncheon/entertainment/ live auction event. For more information, please go to our website: www.huntingtonbeach. assistanceleague.org or you can contact our office at 714-596-9935. The money we raise at our annual fundraiser and our sales from our Thrift Shop and Boutique help many programs in our community that support children and adults in need. Each year we give back about $350,000 to our community. The more we earn, the more we can help meet the growing needs of the community. We are all volunteers with no paid employees and we have over 180 active members in our chapter as well as over 43 members in our DreamCatcher’s auxiliary. We have over 60 members in our high school Assisteen’s auxiliary. If you are interested in learning more about Assistance League, please look at our website or give us a call at our office. Our Thrift Shop and Boutique are located at 8071 Slater Ave. HB (near Beach Blvd). We are open 11am-3pm. (Closed Thursdays and Sundays). We happily accept your donations of clothing and housewares during our business hours. Advertise in the DEADLINE for the June 2011 issue is May 1 HARBOUR LIGHT For advertising rates, visit www.harbourlightmagazine.com If you wish to advertise in the magazine, phone us at (714) 840-0995 or e-mail bralphs2@ socal.rr.com. 5 Please send articles and pictures to: harbourlightmagazine@gmail.com Alternative drop off at H.H. Mail Service at Bolsa Chica and Edinger. Wanderlust Ski Club by Carryl Hytopoulos Perpetual Trophy Winners: Caroline Williams and Bill Williams with Wanderlust President, Brenda Zubieta The Wanderlust Ski Club’s February trip to Snowmass/Aspen, Colorado was a great success. There were 42 participants including club members and guests. 33 Of us left LAX on Saturday 2/5/11 bound for Aspen airport. When we approached the aspen airport there was dense cloud cover so the plane made another pass at landing. The clouds cleared just long enough for our plane to land-- probably the only landing that day at aspen airport. When we landed in almost impossible conditions everyone knew this was going to be a special trip. Bronze Nastar Winners: John Stevens, Sharon Niedringhaus, Gil Fugimoto with presenter Caroline Williams, Race Chair and President Brenda Zubieta. The lodging was a ski-in ski-out bed & breakfast chalet at Snowmass mountain chalet, located in the heart of Snowmass village right on the slopes. We could not ask for a better location. Long time Huntington Harbor resident and club member Charlene Chalabian and her daughter Jackie arrived Tuesday evening and brought southern California Sunshine for Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The skiing was fantastic. Wednesday was “Nastar” race day with 23 participants earning 11 medals. Jenny & Sally Cell: (714) 310-4060 Cell: (714) 310-5760 ocpetnannies@gmail.com Specializing in “Vacation Relief!” Plan your summer fun now and relax! References available. 1FU4JUUJOHr$MFBO6Qr7FU7JTJUTr&SSBOET.PSF -JDFOTFEr#POEFEr*OTVSFE 6 Caroline Williams was race chairperson and did a great job with the arrangements at Aspen highlands race course. In addition to Nastar medals, our club awards men’s and women’s individual medals for gold, silver and bronze in three categories of expertise. Taking home gold medals were Caroline Williams and Dan Niedringhaus in the “a” category, Loretta Davis and Leigh Ross in “b” and June Lange and Bill Ruzgis in “c”. Silvers were won by Sharon Niedringhaus and Bill Williams in “a”, and Joetta Wallace and George Graham in “b” and Paul Lange in “c”. Bronze medals were proudly worn by Jim Sanders in “a”, Brenda Zubieta and Bob Franz in “b” and Bob Berman in “c”. Our special award for the club is the coveted perpetual trophy--one each for men and women. This year’s recipients were Bobbitt’s Bill Williams and Morio’s Caroline Williams! Evenings were spent in and among the many restaurants of snowmass village and the town of Aspen and of course some time was also spent shopping the fine stores in the area. Friday, the last ski day of the trip, was topped off with a dinner at one of the silver tree hotel banquet rooms most beautifully decorated by the wonderful Carla Davis with the 17 pounds of decorations she so sensibly sent ahead to the hotel! The “Nastar” medals were presented and it was a perfect ending to a great week. We left Aspen Saturday morning with some regrets because the sun was still in full bloom. However, fun was enjoyed by all and everyone was looking forward to their next skiing adventure. The Wanderlust skiers are as good as their name, wandering the snow covered resorts lusting for downhill adventure. Come join us! Cantilever Decks Update Wesley Chesbro, Assemblyman from Eureka, chairs the committee which oversees the California State Lands Commission. Jim Silva along with Senator Tom Harman have taken an interest in looking into the new fees the Lands Commission is trying to impose on Harbour residents who have cantilever decks which extend up to five feet over the water they lease for their docks. Consequently Jim Silva, the Assemblyman representing Huntington Beach, arranged for Wes Chesbro to tour Huntington Harbour. Jim Silva graciously invited Wes Chesbro to his house for the weekend and arranged with the Sheriff’s department to have one of their boats give us the tour. Coming along on the tour were homeowners Frank Singer, Bill Wilson, Craig Kronick and Daryl Phillip. Daryl is on the Huntington Harbour Property Owners Association Board of Directors. As background, the Lands Commission prepares ten year leases for anyone on the main and mid channels who want to have a dock which can extend up to 60’ from the seawall. As long as the dock is not used for commercial purposes the lease is free, however there is a charge for preparing the lease. Every ten years homeowners send the Lands Commission a fee to prepare their lease with any unused funds to be returned to the homeowner. The cost to prepare the lease has ranged from a few hundred dollars to over $1,500 recently. We boarded the Sheriff’s boat around 9:00 am Saturday morning on February 5 to start an informative one hour tour of Huntington Harbour’s main and mid channels. During the cruise all of us learned something. For example Chesbro learned that the Lands Commission had the authority to charge homeowners with cantilever decks for over fifty years but only decided to do so about two years ago. Furthermore, not all waterfront main and mid channel homeowners pay the same for the cost of preparing dock leases with 10% to 20% not being charged at all. Side channel property owners pay nothing. It also seems that if a homeowner has a cantilever deck but no dock, they are not being charged for anything. Some 7 of the homeowners receive some of their money back and others receive nothing. What is troubling is that while the dock lease costs about $100 per year, the Lands Commission wants to charge about $1,000 per year for the “air” occupied by a cantilever deck. It should be noted that most all homeowners have permits for their cantilever decks and therefore the value of the deck is included in their annual property tax bills. The city permits decks to extend five feet past the seawall. Many if not most realtors are completely unfamiliar with the Land Commission’s rules and therefore don’t disclose this to their clients. There are a number of reasons charging a fee for cantilever decks might very well be against the law. Many homeowners are withholding the cantilever deck “air tax” fee as well as not paying for dock fees till all this is settled. Towards that end Assemblyman Silva is trying to set up a Town Hall meeting for everyone to have their say. All Harbour residents should be thankful to our local legislators for looking out for us. Huntington Harbour Garden Club by Barbara Devlin, Doreen Hill, Kay Goddard and Norma Gibbs Members looking at the vast array of flowers grown by the Speaker of the Day at the Feb. meeting are Kay Goddard, Hostess Marti Klarin, Pam Smart and Allan Garofalow of Tuition Growers, Inc. The Huntington Harbour Garden Club February meeting was held at the home of Marti Klarin with co-hostesses, Mary Johnston, Barbara Devlin and Barbara Simone preparing a lovely salad luncheon and dessert for members and guests. The Speaker of the Day was Allan Garofalow of Tuition Growers (tuition growers.net), a member of the California Organic Growers who specializes in growing vegetables and flowers from seed. He raises unusual and rare flowers from seeds and supplies local nurseries and was at one time the main supplier for Mary Lou Heard’s Garden in Westminster. He focuses on Cottage Garden plants for the wholesale nursery. He told us that it was better to buy small plants rather than big plants to put into the garden as most large plants are root bound. Ninety-five percent of his plants are grown from seed and he uses a vacuum and puts 288 seeds at one time into a form with soil. When the plant has two sets of leaves in the form it is time to replant the plants in a 4 inch pot. Always pick up the plant by the leaves—not the stem because you will Beachside, Realtors Bill Quay 714.363.1136 dissolve the root ball if you pickup the plant by the stem. He grows all the seeds in his own back yard and has clear plastic over the plants to protect them from wind and rain and it keeps them warmer in the winter. Members were thrilled because he brought rare seedling plants that many members have been seeking for years such as the Godetia, Rosy Morn—a pastel shaded Cosmos. He suggested feeding plants with bone meal and fish emulsion. All of his plants are annuals but they reseed from year to year. The January HHGC Garden of the Month Award was presented to the garden of Kim & Craig Allison who have installed a drought tolerant garden at 3922 Finisterre on Davenport Island. The garden designed by Craig features a variety of succulents and grasses. The attractive containers are fashioned from sewer gauge piping, saved from the scrap heap by Craig. Two of our Club’s Master Gardeners, Kay Sullivan and Barbara Simone spoke on “Planting from Seed” at the January 2011 meeting at the Rancho del Rey Use this truck for free if you buy or sell with me! Email: wsquay@yahoo.com www.williamquay.com 6100 Warner Ave, H.B., CA 92647 DRE #01480206 8 Clubhouse off Edinger Ave. Kay and Barbara brought lots of tomato seeds, pots and mix for members to plant their own various tomato seeds. (At the February meeting Marti Klarin showed member the seeds she planted in January 2011 and they are all about 4” tall.) Tomatoes should be planted in full sun and to reduce the possibility of disease, don’t plant your tomatoes in the same spot each year. Dig a hole at least twice the size of the container. A healthy tomato plant will grow deep roots. Tomatoes are tolerant of most garden soils and will grow without fertilizers; however your tomato will appreciate some mild organic fertilizer or organic mulch dug into the planting hole. Tomato plants like infrequent but deep watering. As the tomato grows the lowest leaves will turn yellow and die over time. This is normal and not a problem. Following the interactive tomato growing program a delicious luncheon was served and prepared by members, Pearl Holmes, Hostess and Irene Cooper and Betty McCarthy, co hostesses of the day. We were thrilled to have two guests, Melinda Sakioka and Jo Anne Blair join us for the meeting and lunch.. The HHGC Garden Of The Month Award for February was given to the garden of Mary and Bruch Belcher who have designed their own drought tolerant front landscape and patio. This has been an ongoing project of Mary for many years and this latest planting is a grand experiment that has turned out to be quite attractive. The Japanese Maple tree and the Plum Tree are particularly attractive in late spring when the plum is in full blossom. The three gold canyon sunflower plants (venegasia carpesioides) bloom in front of the garden wall with gorgeous yellow flowers in spring. The flowering melaleuca with its pink pompons is in bloom most of the year. Spanish lavender is scattered throughout the native and succulent garden. The HHGC is open to all residents of the Harbour. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. in member’s homes. Please call Connie Mandic at 714-377-0017 if you are interested in visiting and finding out more about our upcoming programs. Our excursion to the Sherman Library and Gardens and lunch at Café Jardin is planned for March 29th for members and guests. FINS by Barbara Devlin & Doreen Hill Members of FINS at the Annual Dump it Party at the home of Maggie & Ken Flavia are Jon Fults, Lois Fults, Mary Johnston and Marge Mitchell. The Annual FINS “DUMP-IT PARTY” was held again at the home of Maggie & Ken Flavia with the assistance of their son Kevin who usually visits his parents from Santa Cruz every year to help with the preparations. The “Dump it Party” is where you can get rid of any new gift you received last year that you did not want or could not use, the sillier the better. Dinner was a catered affair by the Olive Pit, a new restaurant on Bolsa Chica St. that was delicious. The gift theme this year seemed to be T-Shirts sporting various slogans Tom Mitchell started off the evening by opening a package containing a large shirt that said “Born Lucky” with a white shamrock on a dark green background. Bob Beckstrom stole the “Born Lucky” shirt and was proud of it. Barbara Simone took home a “Fish Story” shirt depicting a fish increasing in size as time goes by. Rita Collins picked a package with a skiing Snowman. Some other “Dump It” gifts were a jewelry bag won by Carol Gallagher, two soft penguins won by Gloria Sliney but stolen by Pat Johnson, Maggie Flavia received the”dump” it gift back that she gave last year. We can’t want to see who gets it next year! Every time Maggie opened a package she had it stolen from her four times in all. Bill Collins won a shirt that said “I’m retired—having a good time is my job.” Craig Johnson’s gift was a bottle of Irish Whiskey but he did not have it long as Gene Simone stole it from him and Craig picked out another gift that turned out to be “nipple warmers” all the way from Australia. The hit of the evening was Craig modeling the gift! After gifts members adjourned to the kitchen where they made their own sundaes with vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, whipped cream, Seen enjoying the Valentine Day Luncheon of Daytime Gourmet are the cooks of the day Gloria Beckstrom, Hostess June Ascolesi, Marian Galanis and co Hostess Mary Johnston. nuts and cherries. Daytime Gourmet Members had a “Ladies Valentine Luncheon” at the home of June Ascolesi. June and Mary Johnston, the co-hostess went all-out with the valentine theme in the red and white table decorations that included floral arrangements of red camellias as most of us have only seen pink ones. Every guest received a Heart decorated bag with valentine shaped chocolates, homemade Valentine cookies made by Mary and candy made by June along with heart shaped fortune cookie type of fortunes. The main entree an 11 oz. lobster tail with Lemon butter along with roasted fingerling potatoes and roasted asparagus and morels with Shallot butter. The meal started with Grape Tomatoes and Bocconcini salad (buffalo mozzarella cut into small pieces) and ended with a Cornmeal Cake with Cherry Compote. Enjoying the wonderful meal was Pearl Holmes, Gloria Beckstrom, Lois Hohly, Barbara Devlin, Loretta Maioranna, Marian Galanis and Shell Grossman. Win a free vaction! See our web site for details. Sea Gate Travel Centre A Full Service Travel Agency www.seagatetravelcentre.com Same Owner & Location Since 1975 Tour and Cruise Specialists Years of World Wide Experience Located next to Carl's Jr. at Edinger and Bolsa Chica Tel (714) 846-4481 Fax (714) 846-4008 CST 1001922-40 9 16033 Bolsa Chica Rd. Suite 105 Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Anglers of Huntington Harbour by Kathy Bayless Installation and Awards Banquet Friday evening January 7th Anglers gathered at Sea Cliff Country Club for their annual Installation of Officers and Awards Banquet. Anglers 2010 President Bruce Bayless passed the gavel to Phil Lupton who was sworn in as 2011 President along with the elected Board of Directors: 1st Vice President Tony Zazzu, 2nd Vice President Jim Martin, Tournament Chair Carmen Morrow, Parliamentarian Bruce Bayless, Treasurer Bob Hetzler and Secretary Paula Hetzler. Trophy Chair Jim Martin presented the Anglers 2010 Fishing Awards to: B.G. Williams-First Albacore Flag, Mosbach Trophy for Largest Albacore; Norm Parker-Brent Trophy for First Tuna, Club Trophy for Largest Tuna and Largest Yellowtail; and Bob Hetzler-Club Trophy for Largest White Sea Bass and Winners Circle Trophy for Conservation. 2010 “Anglers of the Year” At the Anglers annual Installation and Awards Banquet Bruce and Kathy Bayless were honored as 2010 “Anglers of the Year” for their dedicated service to the Anglers of Huntington Harbour. Both Bruce and Kathy have served on the Anglers Board for the past 10 years, • • • • • • • Anglers of Huntington Harbour Past Presidents Kathy Bayless and Bruce Bayless, shown accepting the 2010 “Anglers of the Year” award from Anglers Trophy Chair Jim Martin. helped raise money every year to support the group’s philanthropies and each has served two terms as President of the Anglers. During Bruce’s first term in 2004 the Anglers by-laws were changed to allow ladies to serve as officers. In 2008 Kathy was elected the first lady President since the Anglers were founded in 1965. Under Kathy’s leadership the Anglers re-incorporated as a 501-c3 charitable corporation so the organization could continue to raise money for the Angler’s philanthropies. Shipwright Services Woodworking Fiberglass/Gelcoat Repair Bottom Paint Outdrive Specialist Custom Fabrications All Sportfishing Services Call Us for All Your Boat Repair and Service Needs 2901 Edinger Avenue • Building B Huntington Beach • CA 92649 (562) 592-2841 10 January TGIF On Friday January 28th 66 Anglers and guests met at the Trinidad Island waterfront home of Lou and Sue Earlabaugh for the organization’s January TGIF and 2011 Kickoff. Each of the Anglers brought one of their favorite appetizers or desserts to be enjoyed by all and looked forward to the exciting Anglers TGIF’s, Theme Events and Fishing Activities planned for 2011. The Anglers welcomed guests Steve and Kathy Koser and new members Frank and Jeannie Gibson. February TGIF Friday evening February 25th nearly 60 Anglers and guests gathered at the beautiful Coral Cay home of Jim and Joy Connors for the group’s February TGIF. The Anglers brought a assortment of appetizers and desserts to enjoy as they discussed the upcoming Inland Cruise parties and golf tournament in the desert and other planned events. The Anglers welcomed guests Frank and Charlene Cooley and new members Frank and Virginia Buccella, Doug and Anne Williams and Jim and Lee Swearingen. Upcoming Events The Anglers are celebrating their 47th year in the Harbour and upcoming events include the April 29th TGIF at the waterfront home of Jeanne Sprague, the May 27th TGIF at the waterfront home of Carol Webster, the June 23rd annual Kids Fishing Trip for at risk children and the June 25th annual Fish Fry at the waterfront home of Ed and Millie Dempsey. If you live in the Harbour and have an interest in joining the Anglers of Huntington Harbour or would like to attend one of our events, please call membership chair Jo Andrews at (714) 846-0267. Huntington Harbour Art Association by Jackie Dvorman Luncheon at Don the Beachcomber: Left to right: Pam Smart, Linda Stevens, Kathleen Moore, Mary Ann Foster, Joy Brown. The colorful award ribbons matched the vibrant colors displayed by the works of art of the 25 winners in the Annual Fine Arts Show exhibited at the Corner Gallery of the Central Library. Judge Diana LoSchiavo chose from the entries in seven categories including Best of Show and Viewer’s Choice. She awarded the first place winners in each category a gift card from an art supply store. Chairpersons Betty Viers and Sharon Larson were aided in their planning by Carrol Ann Wolf, Stan Wolf and Pat McKenna who poured the champagne for the Awards Reception. Catering was provided by One Fine Blend. The Art Association used the funds from the Quilt Raffle at the Fall Fiber Arts Show to provide a $500.00 scholarship to an art student at Goldenwest College. The recipient was chosen by a committee of the college. The members are looking forward to the May 10th luncheon at Seacliff Country Club arranged by Carol Persons and Dottie Reed. The nominating committee of Kay Sullivan, Carrol Wolf and Pam Smart will present the slate of officers of the next year, and the election will take place at that time. There also will be time for the Needles and Friends members to display their “Unfinished Objects” from their season of quilting, weaving and stitching. The past Board Members are looking forward to the Thank You presents from retiring President Barbara Larson who has been hinting all season of the uniqueness of her offerings. A series of workshops was planned by Marsha Hendler for this spring. In March Donna Vogel demonstrated “Over and Under” a fairly easy and fast quilting design with bright colors that Painting Pals: Bottom: Marcha Hendler, Kay Sullivan, Rhea Black tjop[: Jackie Dvorman, genny Murawski, Carrol Wolf, Judy Todd looks like stained glass when finished. Members brought their sewing machines to Marsha Hendler’s home and shared experiences and lunch together. Betty Viers conducted a Collage Workshop in March at Seagate Yacht Club. Members brought papers, catalogues and newsprint to create colorful and amusing works on a firm board. T.J. Cooling will conduct a painting workshop and also show how to make a jewelry tree later this spring. Members carpooled to their annual excursion to Oceanside Museum of Art to enjoy the exceptional art quilts on exhibit. “No Boundaries”, the exhibit, moves beyond the boundary of quilting into the realm of contemporary fiber art. Carrol Wolf, Pam Smart, Kay Sullivan, Linda Sackin, Linda Stevens, Dottie Reed, Barbara Thorne, Marsha Hendler, Ginny Eide and Donna Vogel enjoyed lunch at the Monterrey Cannery after the tour led by a docent. Compassionate Care At Home Home Helpers Orange Coast (949) 475-5588 www.HomeHelpers.CC Home Helpers provides non-medical and personal in-home care for: t4FOJPST t3FDVQFSBUJWF$BSF t/FX.PNT t$POUJOVJOH$BSF Flexible care plans tailored to fit your needs. Caregivers are bonded & insured. $IFSZM/FXUPO1SFTJEFOU Resident of Coral Cay 11 Seagate Yacht Club Members at the Christmas Boat Parade dinner. Saturday Night SGYC held an impromtu pot-luck dinner a for the Christmas parade boat decorating crew. The main dish featured a phenomenal prime rib that was awarded to us by the Parade Grand Marshal in recognition of our contribution and accomplishment at the 2010 Huntington Harbor Parade of Lights. Our prize winning effort could not have been accomplished without the consistent volunteer help of our enthusiastic and hard working members. The design, MARK BULLOCK DESIGN SERVICES Interior/Exterior Design Decor ✵ Remodel Custom Catering & Event Production (714) 846-3557 FAX (714) 625-1658 Interior and Exterior Design at its Finest “Conception through Realization” 16089 Saint Croix Circle Huntington Beach, CA 92649 ingenuity and execution has brought SGYC consistent winners. Special thanks go to Robin and Jean Clark for the use of their boat “Fin-Tastic”, Sandy Atherton, Merle McCormick and Dale Giali for their concept and design and, of course, Bob McCormick for his oversight and construction management of the project. Other members who participated in our boat entry were Clem Aime, Rob Allen, Jim Atherton, Robin Clark (and his grandson), Ted Cohen, Mike Courtway, Floyd D’Angelo, Ron Ferandelli, John Humphreys, Pat Jenkes, Les Kelly, Joel Lander, Mike McEntee, Jan Nagele, Ray Nagele, Conrad Platt, Pat Reed, Jeff Specht and Roger Wilhelm. On Sunday, January 16, SeaGate Yacht Club held their annual Event Hosts’ Brunch. At this meeting Commodore Les Kelly previewed the numerous social and boating events for the upcoming year and introduced all the volunteer hosts for those events. Commodore Kelly distributed information packets to each host with information from previous events including contacts, activities, previous budgets and helpful hints. This event kicks off the year for Seagate Yacht Club and promises to be very busy and enjoyable for all of our members. More than 100 SeaGate Yacht Club members, joined by ten new member prospects, cruised from SeaGate to the Long Beach Yacht Club on flat water with clearing blue skies and snow covered peaks in the distance! The participants in the annual New Member Brunch, hosted by Staff Commodore Jim Senske (1968) and Lyn for the past 22 years, and were joined this year by Co-Hosts Commodore 12 Les Kelly and Cathy, enjoyed great food and conversation while at the Long Beach Yacht Club. Captains and First Mates were Greg and Kathy Lee (Kathleen), Robin and Jean Clark (Fin-Tastic), Bob and Linda Axel (Linda Sí), Richard and Judie Kappes (Lucky Change II), Jay and Sherri Ferns (Knot On Call), Floyd & Mira D’Angelo (RO III), and Clem and Linda Aime (La Fortuna II). All members and guests enjoyed true “smooth sailing” during the one hour each way cruise! Joe Weimurtz and Danetta Gomez were welcomed as new members and presented with their Burgees! The 45th Super Bowl was held on February 6 while SGYC partied at the Bonaire Clubhouse. With a real tail gate party, an array of chili’s, easy and enjoyable games, a spread of snacks, hot and delicious dogs and brats, cold and tasty beer and wine, and plenty of popcorn, how can you miss? We had fun and energetic people, a great game (for the Green Bay Fans), and lots of cash prizes. Yep, that Super Bowl party is now in the books. Over 70 members and guests attended including some new members. Bob McCormick organized another very successful football pool, while Dick and Linda Scholl supplied the tailgate for the party, the popcorn machine and all the fi xings. Candy Cloud organized the Chili contest while Joel and Sherrill Lander managed the 50/50 and Debbie Wood orchestrated the ping pong and football toss tournaments. Kevin Cloud tended to the dogs and brats, while Tom Wood held it all together as master of ceremonies. All in all a great team of hosts put on a super……bowl party. In all, over $1000 in cash prizes were awarded throughout the afternoon for 8 different events. Helene Rowlette won for best chili, and Tom Wood won the 50/50. The games tournaments were won by Linda Scholl for the Ping Pong toss and Paul Brown for the Football toss. Winners of the Football pool were Cindy Shaw, Les (guest of DeAnna Stingley), Cliff Meier, and Dick Scholl took home the big money as winner of the 4th quarter. What a day! T h e Po w e r s Te a m The Powers Team at McMonigle Group Inc. are proud to announce the expansion of our team. Over $22,000,000 in Sales & Closing from January 2011 - March 1, 2011 If your thinking of listing your home, you owe it to yourself to interview 3 agents. We would love to be one of them. 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We not only pay tribute to our current officers, but we commemorate those members who passed on during the preceding year, including Peggy Mouritz, Jack Hayden, Lorraine McCune, Staff Commodore Bill Hartge, Stuart Zuck, Dr. George Higue, and Bunny Leon. Opening Day will be preceded by a Let’s Get Traveling!! New n tio Loca sy Ave rgo on A John Bernatz 5231 Argosy Ave. (California Faucets Building) · Huntington Beach Tel: 714.846.1339 Fax: 714.840.8380 14 Concours d’Elegance on Saturday, April 9, at which many of our members’ boats will be on display at our docks for viewing by members and guests, and prizes will be awarded to the best entries in various categories. On January 28 the Club hosted “Wine Knot,” a wine tasting event that included not only the participating wineries, but catered food, live music, a silent auction and gondola rides in the harbor, all of which raised substantial sums for the Huntington Beach Sailing Foundation, known for its annual summer junior sailing school. On February 6, Club members and their guests enjoyed a Superbowl Party in our upstairs bar, and on March 26, the Club became the scene of a Mardis Gras masked ball, with dancing to the music of the Dream Trio. March also brought the first Club cruise of 2011, in which member cruisers, coordinated by Fleet Captain Dean Oliver, joined up with skippers from several other yacht clubs to form a giant weekend circular “raft up” in Newport Harbor. If our social, boating, and philanthropic events sound interesting to you, we would be happy to introduce you to the Yacht Club as a guest at one of our Sunday brunches and provide you with more information. Give the club a call at 562-592-2186 or contact Vice Commodore Eric Hartman, in charge of membership, at 714-377-2018. Sea Isle Garden Club by Donna Davis Standing from left: Carolyn Platt, Anne White, Loel Jones, Mary Ann Brinket, Janet Littlejohn, Mary Chappell (guest), Cathy Kelly, Carolyn Lloyd, Susan Mondragon (guest), Lucille Mascoli, Dorothy and Taylor Ralphs. Seated from left: Donna Davis, Anne Blayden, Susan LaPittus. (photographer, Caron Mount.) Another wonderful afternoon was enjoyed by the ladies of Sea Isle Garden Club at our February meeting and Valentine luncheon. VP of Programs, Carolyn Platt, and Hospitality Committee, Lucille Mascoli and Cathy Kelly, made beautiful table decorations and arranged for tasty salads and desserts made by members. We had a great time learning to make three different greeting cards (Valentine, Birthday and Thank You), guided by our talented Treasurer, Carolyn Lloyd, who is also a professional scrapbook consultant, along with a guest instructor, Susan Mondragon. Following our March meeting we headed off on an excursion to a most delightful local hidden gem, the “50 Forks Restaurant” at The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of California – Orange County, in Santa Ana. It is Orange County’s student run bistro and a final quarter curriculum requirement for culinary students at the college. It was so interesting to watch behind glass walls as the students in their white jackets prepared our delicious and beautifully presented meals, featuring a variety of international cuisine. “Eyes on Edinger,” our volunteer project to report on issues observed along the Edinger Parkway landscape each month, has seen many improvements made by the City following our monthly reports, submitted by our Project Liaison, Dorothy Ralphs. New plantings have been made, dead plants removed, weeds are under control and the fence has been repaired. The latest walks have observed continued sprinkler issues where excess water is accumulating on the soil and in the street. Graffiti has been noticed in a few areas. A problem has been noticed between Bonaire and Montego where dog La Familia by “Mike” Nielsen A great Fund Raiser is coming up Thursday, April 14th at 5:30-8:00pm, Malarkey’s Irish Pub, 3011 Newport Blvd. in Newport Beach. The generous donor Mario and his staff are donating half the proceeds from the dinner and the bar to our group, which as you know by now, all the proceeds go to Orangewood Children’s Center. Mario is noted for his great Prime Ribs, plus you get one drink, including tax. The cost per person is $25.00. There will be lots of Harbour folks and space is limited so please get your checks in early and send to Anita Osgood, 16222 Monterey Ln, #32 in H.B., 92649. If you have any questions please call Joyce Brown at (714) 323-9469. Ladies, our Installation is June 7th at the Long Beach Yacht Club. Cost is $30.00. Anita is getting a choice of two salads. Dues will be due May First. Please send checks to Anita Osgood, (address above) instead of “Mike” or Janice. 15 owners have been very lax. Unfortunately, signs may be needed as reminders. The other areas were in good condition in this respect. We would like to invite you to join Sea Isle Garden Club. 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Didi Stanton even wore a flapper dress (and wore it with style). The grand marshal event is an evening to thank the head of our annual boat parade and to announce the new grand marshal. Calvin Free did a spectacular job as our 2010 leader of the parade and his pinstriped suit was just perfect. THANK YOU, Calvin. Parade captain Craig Ferguson was on hand, along with night captains Dean Stanton, Brian Metherall, and Norm Huniu. Mike Novak was there in spirit... but in Park City Utah the night of the event. Boat parade committee members deserved a special thank you. Jenny Huntsinger and Teresa Nicols chaired, with assistance from Benita Jacobs, Linda Parlee, Kim Willingham (in an marvelously chic hat and outfit), Judy Ibarra, Karen Tribble, and Donna Gray. Also, many lieutenants were ready to party, and dance the night away. Teresa Nichols took the microphone to talk about the parade, and then went over to a covered easel, took the covering off slowly, and the excitement built. Who is to be our grand marshal this year? Jenny Huntsinger! Her photo was unveiled on that easel (Jenny was in Chicago while the event was going on). Lots of cheers, applause, champagne and big smiles all around. This is the first time in our 49 year parade history that a woman will be at the helm! YAY JENNY! There was a jazz singer, Jan Elsen, and The Yachtsmen performed to a delighted crowd. Dinner was delicious. HHPC chairmen Lisa Mulvania and Terri Feterik thanked everyone for all of their volunteer service. Applause to Debbie Edwards and Suzanne Russell for putting together a Nana Truong Real Estate Agent Lic. #01886528 C: 714.403.6226 F: 714.531.0996 Homes Uniquely You Since 1990 nanatruong@yahoo.com 11770 Warner Ave. #208 Fountain Valley, CA 92708 16 classy, fun, and memorable evening. And to the grand marshal event committee: Anita Osgood, Jo Andrews, Lani Martin, Mary Lundin, Susan Lipman, Lyn Senske, and Gigi Ashbeck. And applause to all of the HHPC members who work so hard for the boat parade, Cruise of Lights, usher, work the Design House, and help the Juniors. You are all, in a word, amazing. Hats off to our office angel, Valerie Ingham. You are truly a gem. And an encore ovation to our generous donors, making the boat parade and Cruise of Lights a reality. Boat Parade $2500-Scot Campbell and Cristi Ulrich, Coldwell Banker Realty; $1000-Sharon and Joe Hernandez, $500-Huntington Marina HOA, Raymond Beeso, Huntington Harbour HOA, Churee Kakimoto and Lauren Scott, Roberta Bissel, Sean Stanfield Residential Group; $250-Diana Wood and Marlene Schell, Transnational Escrow, Cor and Lauren Claus, Richard and Lisa Mulvania. Cruise of Lights $5000-DD Dunlap in kind rent donation; $2500-Scot Campbell and Cristi Ulrich, Coldwell Banker Realty, Ross Family Foundation; $1000-Lory and Sharon Larson; $500Dean Zitco and Star Harbour Homes; $250-Dell Brault. And a special thank you to Trader Joe’s for their thoughtful donation of refreshments for our cruise patrons. One last thank you, Mike McHardy, you were the perfect Cruise of Lights Santa Claus. Junior’s Fashion Show Next up, our youngest volunteers, the HHPC Juniors, are putting on a wonderful fashion show set for May 1, at Meadowlark Golf Club. The theme is “Tea Time”, and this year, for the first time, Old Navy will be one of the clothing companies providing fashions. There will be a silent auction, delicious food, and it’s a perfect afternoon to bring your friends, children, grandchildren, a good time for all! Now, we need your help. If you have an item or two you could donate to our auction, baskets you could donate or want any information on the show, email Diana Wood at dianawoodpcc@ aol.com or call Valerie at 714-840-7542. We would love to have you join the HHPC! We are truly one big happy family, and you will have an instant group of buddies and pals, while helping the music programs stay alive for our children. Valerie can answer all of your questions at 714-840-7542. JUST LISTED OPEN HOUSE APRIL APRIL 9TH & 10TH FROM 14 P.M. HORS D OEUVRES AND REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED .*453"-%3*7&t)6/5*/(50/)"3#063t BEAUTIFUL HUMBOLDT ISLAND SINGLE STORY HOME WITH THREE BEDROOMS, TWO BATHS, 1700 SQ. FEET. THE OPEN FLOOR PLAN HAS CATHEDRAL CEILINGS, TRANQUIL PRIVATE BACKYARD WITH PLENTY OF ROOM FOR A POOL, AND A SUN DRENCHED LIVING & DINING ROOM WITH FIREPLACE. BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM TILE FLOORING THROUGHOUT, REMODELED MAIN BATH, RECESSED LIGHTING, AND SMOOTH CEILINGS. THE KITCHEN HAS GRANITE COUNTER TOPS & TILE BACKSPLASH WHICH IS OPEN TO THE FAMILY ROOM AND OUTDOOR COVERED PATIO. YOU WILL ENJOY THIS WELCOMING HOME WHICH IS PERFECT FOR OUTDOOR LIVING & ENTERTAINING. 17 HHPC: Islanders by Eva Kilgore Are we proud? Yes we are! Jenny Huntsinger is our new Grand Marshal! Jenny will be leading the 2011 Huntington Harbour Boat Parade. She was honored at the “All That Jazz” event at Old Ranch Country Club! Islander Teresa Nichols unveiled Jenny’s picture , and there were big rounds of applause along with much toasting! Calvin Free (husband of Islander Pam Free) looked dapper in his pinstriped suit when thanking each and every member of the HHPC for all their help during this year’s parade. L to R: Julie Huniu, Jenny Huntsinger, Eva Kilgore, and Rocio Griley enjoyed the Islander tea! Thanks to Jo Andrews for her work on the Grand Marshal Event Committee. One last thing to talk about (bragthe Juniors. Diana is in the process of Good job, Jo! And thanks to parade ging rights). Many, many thanks to Scot planning the Junior’s fashion show “Tea captain Craig Ferguson (wife Diane), Campbell (wife Heather), and Cristi Time” slated for May 1 at Old Ranch night captains Brian Metherall (wife Ulrich of Coldwell Banker Realty for Country Club. Islanders will be there en Michele), Dean Stanton (wife Didi), and their generous sponsorship of our boat masse, you can count on it. Norm Huniu (wife Julie)... all Islanders! parade, and Cruise of Lights. Kudos Speaking of tea time, the beautiful Thanks to all the Islander lieutenants! to Diana Wood and Marlene Schell of home of Natalie Elliot was the setting for We couldn’t have done it without you. Trans-National Escrow, Lauren and Cor the Islander tea. We munched on little President Niki Kubeck is doing an Claus, and Sharon and Lory Larson for sandwiches, scones, and sipped our tea incredible job as president, and her wintheir generous donations, as well. in style. Davenport’s catered the aff air. 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Our February meeting, at the waterfront home of Margie Finlay, was capped off with the fine instrument finesse of one April Cap. This delightful young lady was not only an excellent oboe player, she was educational and entertaining. She demonstrated her skills on this and the French horn. We are so fortunate to be in the midst of fine young musicians, and see them blossom in their craft. The first week of February saw the Marina Windjammers utilize the Music Mobile at Lakeview, Starview and Huntington Seacliff Schools. Our very own Carlone Herman oversees this activity which brings sparkle to the eyes and ears of many third graders. Our new van, purchased last year with healthy donations from many of you, is filled with new instruments as well and the school children showed us why we do the fundraising. It is pure delight to watch the young ones touch, play and discover sounds made by the different instruments. One teacher spoke to us about a youngster with autism. His shyness prevented him from participating with the group, but during recess time, he picked up an instrument and learned about the April Cap charming the Marina Windjammers. sound it makes. It was a beautiful sight. Carlone reports that it was the best year we’ve ever had with the Music Mobile. We are thankful for the van and the new instruments we were able to purchase. If you didn’t’ make it to the Design House this year, make sure to mark your calendars for next year. The Maison del la Mer, a French inspired estate that overlooks Newport Harbor and the coastline, was awesome! Those of us who sold tickets and acted as docents, had a ball roaming through the three floors of floating staircases, stone and walnut flooring, theatre, wine tasting room, infinity pool and separate casita. This historic looking masterpiece, with modern amenities, is sponsored by California Homes Magazine, and designed by Orange County and Los Angeles area design- HHPC: Admiralty by Pat Kenmore The “Gang’s all here” described the great tum-out for our February meeting. Could it be the party people liked the cocktail hour meeting? (Which was due to many just back, that noon, from the Mexico cruise) Or, that it was held at the fun Coral Cay home of Terri and Mike Feterik? Whatever, it was good to see Norma Kowles, Bobbie Sheldon (in from the desert), Lee Swearingen, and Janice Belk, return to the fold! Our new members were on “overload” with all the clip-boards going around to sign up for Design house, ushering for concerts, music mobile-hours and Grand Marshal ball table seating. Keeping our reputation as the party group, we have a big sign-up of members attendiing the ball, making Anita Osgood our ball chairman very happy. I’ll report on that next time! See you there. Ladies of Admiralty Group 19 ers. You can rent it for your next party. All proceeds benefit the Philharmonic Society Youth Music Programs. We are always busy in March with student concerts. This year, many were held in area church halls with several at Segerstrom Hall. Our efforts and hours making these concerts happen has a huge payoff as we watch children enraptured with the world of symphony music. Their appreciation for this art form is so apparent as they move about, stay focused and sometimes keep the beat along with the director. We have so many enjoyable moments in this society and we engage in new friendships. Come and join us, we are a fun loving group. 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For more information, visit MemorialCare.org/OrangeCoast or call for a referral or second opinion, 1-800-MEMORIAL. Accuracy CyberKnife Radiosurgery System 20 HHPC: Trinidad Group by Dianne Rector and Mark A. Arizmendi Summer is approaching and then the Holiday Season will start. Ok, I’ll slow down, let’s talk about the latest adventures of the Trinidad Group. Philharmonic House of DesignMaison del la Mer in March was a highlight, I think we all have new ideas for our homes. This was an outstanding fundraiser for the Philharmonic Society. I wonder where we will host 2012, maybe at your home. All That Jazz-The 49th Annual Grand Marshal Ball, was held at Old Ranch Country Club. Great foods, terrific friends, and an exciting theme for the 2011 Huntington Harbour Boat Parade were the highlights of the evening. Trinidad Group will hold their installation luncheon on April 21 at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club in Corona del Mar. Chef Georges promised to delight our taste buds. We will see you there. Life is great, you could have joined us in Huntington Harbour, at Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, or at Old Ranch Country Club. Become part of our group and support the Philharmonic Society of Orange County. Call Sheree Novak to join, 714.318.5008. “Volunteering is what we are all about!” Nancy McDevitt and Linda Axel, at the Axel’s beautiful waterfront “House of Design” overlooking the main channel in Huntington Harbour. and the Juniors to strut their stuff on the runway. Fashionista and owner of APA Consulting, Allison Andrews, is working with this talented group of teens, and has some spectacular clothing lined up. Take your daughters, granddaughters, nieces, friends, anyone and everyone wanting to spend a perfect afternoon. It’s all slated for May 1, at Meadowlark Golf Club right here in Huntington Beach. The Juniors are high school students, and help out wherever and whenever needed. Let’s all support our future adult volunteers. Info: 714-840-5377. 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Parliamentarian Suzanne Russell announced that she and the nominating committee including Cathy Kelly, Mary Ann Brinket, Evanne Connors and Helene Rowlette would be soliciting nominees for the 2011-2012 Sandpipers Board. Special Projects Chairs Evanne Connors and Helene Rowlette announced a Sandpipers wine tasting event at the Main Street Winery in Seal Beach on Friday February 4th and over 20 members joined in the fun. February Meeting On Thursday February 17th the Philharmonic Sandpipers met at the Harbour Coves waterfront home of Debbie Edwards to finalize plans for the group’s support of the Philharmonic Music Education and fundraising activities. Sandpipers planned to usher at the 16881 Algonquin Street, H.B. 92649 714·846·0688 562·592·3020 Fax 714·846·7083 Wonderful Selection of Gift Items, Napkins & Cards for All Occasions ✓ Walkers ✓ Power Wheel Chairs ✓ Incontinence Supply ✓ Diabetes Supply ✓ Blood Pressure Check We will match/beat any chain store prescriptions prices. 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Hired through generous grants from the Orange County Community Foundation and Southern California Edison, Mark is on board to grow and nurture the program. The kids lead the group, but they need an adult to coordinate their activities and help to make it happen! Mark comes to Bolsa Chica Land Trust with many years of experience as a naturalist and educator and we are thrilled to have him as a part of the Stewards team. If you are interested in enrolling a child into the Jr. Stewards program please contact Mark at mnhay2000@yahoo.com. Earth Day 2011 Come join the Bolsa Chica Land Trust, Amigos de Bolsa Chica and Bolsa Chica Conservancy to celebrate Earth Day on Saturday April 9th from 10-3pm. North parking lot at Bolsa Chica Ecological reserve (Warner and PCH) Family fun for all!! Exhibits, games and tours of Bolsa Chica. For more information call Bolsa Chica Land Trust at 714-846-1001 or go to our website www.bolsachicalandtrust.org. Huntington Harbour Republican Women, Federated by Joe Andrews Honoring our Golden Girls! The annual meeting and awards luncheon for the California Federation of Republican Women, Southern Division, was held at the Anaheim Hill Golf Course. Huntington (Harbour) Beach residents Betty Lou Evans and Jo Andrews where honored as Golden Girls for their 40 years or more of Federated membership and volunteerism. Special Guest Speaker was David Horowitz. Following the luncheon, St. John’s Knits presented a fashion show. The Huntington Harbour FRW was honored as they celebrate, again, for having the largest membership in the United States. President Dianna Gadberry and Membership Chair Charlotte Christiana were present to receive the award. The club with be having a home tour in September 2011. The Republican Women Federated is the educational arm for the republican party. Club meetings are held at Meadowlark Country Club located in Huntington Beach. For membership to the Huntington Harbour Republican Federated Club, contact Charlotte Christiana at 714 846-4841. GREGORY L. JOHNSON, D.D.S. Dentistry 5 days a week in Huntington Harbour Mall. 714-846-0638 Call for an appointment. • General Dentistry • Cosmetic Dentistry • Dental Implants • ZOOM Teeth Whitening (as seen on Extreme Makeover) GREGORY L. JOHNSON, D.D.S. 20% off ZOOM Teeth Whitening 16901 Algonquin Street Huntington Beach, CA 92649 25 International Order of the Blue Gaval by Jon Fults IOBG District 10 Officers (Left to right): Bruce Miller-Treasurer, George Demos-Director, Jon Fult-2nd Vice President, Jeanne Staff ord-Secretary, Bill Plumlee-3rd Vice President & Lavon Plumlee-President Report from District 10 for the IOBG 2011 got off to a good start in January when District 10 members got together at the Huntington Harbour Yacht Club for Brunch and our Installation of Officers. We had a significant turnout, giving us an opportunity to tell our membership of upcoming events in 2011. On February 13 we held a Prime Rib dinner/dance, hosted by the Navy Yacht Club Long Beach in Bunker 33 of the Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station. March 6 we organized a wine tasting event to be held at the Cerritos Bahia Yacht Club. This unique event was for IOBG members only. We will also be having a Boat Safety Luncheon, several events associated with one of our favorite charities - the Charity Regatta. July we will be having a delicious BBQ event for members only. July 3 we will be off to the Hollywood Bowl for a wonderful concert and fireworks display. August features a Luau with entertainment by “Happy Feet” an all-girl band. September will feature Brunch at the Long Beach YC. October will be a “burn your own steak” at the Seal Beach YC. Two big events are scheduled for December - a Duff y Cruise to see the Christmas decorated homes in Huntington Harbour and an event featuring the Boat Parade. Both of these events are for IOBG members only. We try to schedule an event every month, sometimes two. We enjoy each others company, try to contribute something along the way for the betterment of our community, and just have fun. Kiwanis of Huntington Harbour by Eva Kilgore We’ve had a few quiet months, but are now gearing up for spring! Getting ready to help the homeless children at Harbour View, Marina High School, and Huntington Beach High School. What do we need? Gift cards in small amounts to CVS and Von’s, and toiletries. School supplies (paper, pens, pencils, glue sticks, crayons) are welcome, too. MANY thanks to little Sammy Carter. At Sammy’s birthday party, he didn’t request Hot Wheels, or the latest video games. Sammy wanted monetary donations to help the homeless children. Result? Kiwanis of Huntington Harbour received a generous donation that will help many. HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMMY! And...thank you. Parents Parvaneh and Patrick are very, very proud. We would love your help. Please call 714-840-5090. Many thanks in advance for helping to make our community a wonderful place to live. Parvaneh, Sammy, and Patrick Carter. Sammy donated his birthday money to Kiwanis of Huntington Harbour. 26 Newcomers by Patti Goughary Newcomers had the best Friendship Tea this last February. Our Social VPs, Margaret Humphreys, and Cathy Kelly, planned for every detail to make an authentic English tea for all of us to enjoy. There were fresh flowers, linens, china and silver serving pieces at each setting. We had wonderful teas, with thick cream and sugar. The buffet had scrumptious fresh baked goods with scones, sausage rolls, a beautiful red velvet cake, eclairs, huge chocolate covered strawberries, and finger sandwiches that were delightful. We had lemon curd, jams, and Devonshire cream to add to our blueberry or raison scones. Plus, cute strawberry trifles to enjoy! We had a great showing of members who had fun building on friendships. And we thoroughly enjoyed the artistry of Margaret, her daughter, and Cathy, in creating a wonderful cozy feeling for our English Tea Party. Our VPs of Social Activities are Margaret Humphreys and Cathy Kelly. Our next events include a Cocktail Hour event that will be held on April 1st, where members will bring their favorite appetizer and enjoy an evening with other couples. Then, we have a Progressive Dinner event that is still in the planning stages, and should be a lot of fun as well. If you are new to Huntington Harbor (within last 3 years), please send an email debedwards@verizon.com for membership information. Newcomers opens the door to new friendships and other social venues within the Harbor and we have fun! Trinidad Ladies Group by Jan Little Carone The February meeting of the Trinidad Ladies Club was held at at the beautiful home of new member Sandy Reynolds. Cocktails and snacks captured the ambiance of the Valentine theme evening as members mingled to enjoy a social time with other members. Since most meetings are held during the day, it is special to have an evening meeting where members can enjoy the company of those who are employed during the day. Social time was followed by a brief meeting. After the meeting members enjoyed a dinner of homemade soups, made by Hostess Sandy Reynolds and member Kathy Korneff. There were also salads, and desserts. Our March meeting was held on Tuesday March 1 at the home of Mary Shebell. The program was presented by B to Z Organizing. They are specialists in helping to downsize and organize. This was an informative meeting just in time for Spring Cleaning. Thank you members for all you do to make every TLC meeting memorable. Orthopaedic and Spine Care PHYSICAL THERAPY Cindy Shaw, PT, OCS Owner and Director For all your physical therapy needs! Huntington Beach 6082 Edinger Ave. at Springdale 714.840.1505 also Santa Ana 714.546.0811 Highly Skilled Therapists in a Caring Environment www.oscpt.com 27 La Traviata (Guilds of Segerstrom Center for the Arts) by Lorraine Garafalo Betty Lou Evans organized a great trip for La Traviata members to hear the Long Beach Symphony “Pops” Orchestra play the beautiful and exciting music of John Williams. Members had all brought some tasty snack to share – along with cookies, candy (Marie Busche’s special fudge) drinks and coffee. Star Wars characters welcomed us in the lobby as well as appearing in the performance. This all made for a very special musical evening. Chairman Jo Andrews and Programs Chair, Mim Strickler are planning some fun events for this Spring and Summer. Judy Grieb, Mim Strickler, Mary Thompson, Betty Lou Evans, Dorie Matthews. Little Mermaid Guild of CHOC Children’s by Marguerite McEntee Little Mermaid Guild members and their spouses will be out in full force working in two major events of the annual Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach, to earn donations for CHOC. These two events are the Golf Tournament and the Charity Ball. On Monday, April 11, race fans can tee off with celebrities and pros in the annual Grand Prix Foundation Charity Golf Tournament at Old Ranch Country Club in Seal Beach. If you’re not a member of Old Ranch and have always wanted to play there, this is your chance! Registration, a putting contest, the driving range, breakfast and a.m. bar all start at 9 a.m. The tournament starts at 11 a.m. and includes prizes and a silent auction. Individual spots and foursomes are available. On Friday, April 15, the Toyota Charity Ball will take place. The star-studded gala black tie evening includes cocktails, dinner, entertainment and silent and live auctions. 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