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The Original Magazine for the people of
February 2014 The Original Magazine for the people of Huntington Harbour Volume XLIV Our 44th Year in the Harbour No. 6 Most Beautiful Award, 2013 HHPC Cruise of Lights Photo B Photo By yP Paul a ul G Gero e ro w www.paulfgero.com ww.paulfgero.com $2 84 , 2 53 , 546 IN CLOSED TRANSACTIONS MAKING THE STANFIELD GROUP #1 IN ORANGE COUNTY AGAIN FOR 2013 SEAN STANFIELD’S 2013 HUNTINGTON HARBOUR SALES sold $472,000 sold $1,650,000 sold $1,195,000 sold $2,300,000 sold $875,000 REPRESENTED SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER sold $1,875,000 sold $555,000 sold $1,295,000 REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED SELLER sold $2,500,000 sold $1,310,000 sold $1,405,000 sold $1,033,000 REPRESENTED BUYER REPRESENTED SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER sold $1,244,000 sold $825,000 sold $3,750,000 sold $1,500,000 sold $2,850,000 sold $1,735,000 REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER sold $900,000 sold $1,270,000 sold $2,825,000 sold $1,225,000 sold $659,900 sold $1,422,000 REPRESENTED SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER REPRESENTED SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER sold $1,005,000 sold $2,100,000 sold $1,649,000 sold $887,000 sold $1,100,000 sold $305,000 REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER REPRESENTED SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER sold $1,880,000 sold $1,750,000 sold $1,790,000 sold $620,000 sold $1,450,000 sold $1,050,000 REPRESENTED SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER & SELLER REPRESENTED BUYER REPRESENTED SELLER highest sale in 2013 239 TRANSACTIONS & 239 REASONS TO LIST YOUR HOME WITH SEAN STANFIELD IN 2013 - MORE BUYERS & HIGHER PRICES S T A N F I E L D G R O U P. 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HARBOUR LIGHT For and about the PEOPLE of Huntington Harbour, since 1970 A Land Lover’s Garden Club by Eustelle Bosler Published by Boris & Dorothy Ralphs Volume XLIV Number 1 February 2014 In this issue: A Land Lover’s Garden Club..............................................5 Assistance League Huntington Beach ..........................6 Huntington Harbour Yacht Club .....................................7 IOBG ...........................................................................................8 Huntington Harbour Garden Club .................................9 Stop California State Land’s Commission Tax ......... 10 HHPOA ....................................................................................11 Little Mermaid Guild of CHOC Children’s ..................11 Sea Isle Garden Club ..........................................................12 Cathy Thomas Cooks .........................................................13 La Familia ...............................................................................13 Seagate Yacht Club ............................................................14 FINS ..........................................................................................14 Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee .....15 HHPC Parade/Home Decorating Winners................ 18 HHPC Admiralty Group.....................................................19 HHPC Sandpipers................................................................19 HHPC Donors and Underwriters .................................. 21 HHPC Marina/Windjammers ......................................... 22 HHPC Trinidad Group ....................................................... 22 HHPC Islanders.................................................................... 23 Huntington Harbour Art Association ......................... 24 Anglers of Huntington Harbour ................................... 26 USC Orange County Beach Cities Alumni................. 27 Flying Dutchman Chapter-Sergerstrom Center ..... 28 On the Cover Ramy Elias was awarded “Most Beautiful” for his display of lights on his home, Christmas 2013 sponsored by HHPC. 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 [email protected]. Lunch at Tommy Bahama’s At the January meeting of the ALL Garden Club, we created our own terraria, thanks to the guidance of Catherine Rouseau of Green Thumb Garden. She supplied to plant material and the knowhow; we supplied the enthusiasm and creativity. It’s exciting to discover how to create a micro-climate which will foster life and growth in a bottle. Ms. Rouseau’s presentation was preceded by a short business meeting, and lunch at the Yacht Club followed. We won’t have to travel too far on the February excursion. Thanks to Linda Axel, we will be meeting at the Harbour Mall, Hidden Talents. There, we will enjoy each other’s company, while painting an item chosen from a good variety of vases, hot plates, tiles, etc. They will then be “fired” and we’ll be able to take home a treasure, and lots of fun memories. We plan to order lunch out, so we can have plenty of time to create a masterpiece. The March meeting will find us traveling once more---this time, to Rancho Los Lomas in Silverado. Toni Aquino has made arrangements for this excursion, where we will tour an area which is host to a myriad of native wildlife, along with a permanent collection of wildlife from around the world. Lions, and Tigers, and Bears: Oh MY! The gardens which surround the wild life exhibition make for an unparalleled visual experience. At the All Garden Club, we have a short, informational meeting, followed by a presentation by a local expert in some form of gardening. Every other month, we plan an excursion to a near-by garden, shop, park, or museum that features some aspect of gardening. Our final excursion of the year will be to the Huntington Library and Gardens in San Marino. Of course, in the world of gardening, there’s no end to the many, many topics and special interests available. In upcoming months, we’ll spend some time discovering new ways to display our love for all things growing with lectures and visits to local gardens and the myriad of beautifully landscaped sites which Southern California is so famous for. Our membership chair and VP, Terri Feterik, is continuing a lovely, new practice initiated by Sally Cohen. Linda will present a rose (our club flower) to each new member as well as to the member who introduces someone to ALL. As usual, we extend a warm invitation to any who would like to join us in these kinds of activities, or might just like to visit once to check us out. Terri Feterik is membership chair; she can be reached at 626-712-6513. Come on over! Advertise in the DEADLINE for the April 2014 issue is March 3 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 [email protected]. 5 Please send articles and pictures to: [email protected] Alternative drop off at H.H. Mail Service at Bolsa Chica and Edinger. Assistance League Huntington Beach ® by Susan Bjork Assistance League® Huntington Beach annual fundraiser “Treasures By The Sea” will be Saturday April 5, 9:30am – 2:30pm, at the Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa in Huntington Beach. This year, the fundraiser features Juliet Funt as the guest speaker at the luncheon. Juliet is a nationally known speaker who will inspire, motivate, make us laugh and maybe make us cry. Juliet comes with high credentials of her own and she is also the daughter of Allen Funt of “Smile, You’re on Candid Camera” fame. Juliet shares many of her father’s story telling gifts. Juliet’s appearance is being sponsored by harbor resident, Claudia Martinic, a very generous member of Assistance League® HB, for which we are deeply grateful. The fundraiser includes a Boutique shopping experience including bargain priced fashions, accessories and jewelry. There are also “DreamCatchers baskets,” a Silent Auction, games providing opportunities to win prizes including cash, a luncheon, and a Live Auction. The proceeds from the fundraiser go back to our community to fund the philanthropic programs that help improve the quality of life for children and adults. DreamCatchers Auxiliary of Assistance League® HB are women who limit their volunteer hours to evenings and weekends. DreamCatchers are intimately involved with all aspects of the “Treasure’s by the Sea” fundraiser including creating highly sought after ‘DreamCatchers baskets’. At last year’s fundraiser DreamCatchers prepared sixty-eight baskets that sold for a total of $8,815.00. Key to the success of the baskets are two DreamCatchers founding members: Linda Eide who provides the entire first floor of her home and spends hundreds of hours working with Franke Tseunyoshi, the creative genius behind most of the baskets. For more information please contact Marlene Ryan taurusbob@ aol.com or (714) 969-8805. In October, Assistance League® HB provided 6,500 books to 22 new teachers from 12 elementary and middle schools and to representatives from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Huntington Valley and Westminster. The Make A Difference Day committee spent two months collecting books with help from Huntington Beach City School District and Think Together. Think Together, a Santa Ana-based educational foundation, supplied nearly half of the 6,500 books. The book give-away was part of ‘Make A Difference Day’, a national charity event put on by USA Weekend magazine and Points of Light, a volunteer organization that encourages people to enact positive change through community service. Assistance League® Huntington Beach has a close relationship with Golden West College with support and funding for scholarships to help with college tuition, books and school expenses. This support includes the Golden West College Veterans program. DreamCatchers members first recognized the importance of the Veterans Resource Center. In 2009, Golden West College became one of 4 colleges in the U.S. that developed a Veteran’s Resource Center on campus. As men and women return from combat, many are looking to go back to school to better themselves to find a job to support them and in many cases a family. The resource center provides Vets with the opportunity to learn at a different pace, to reintegrate with their families, get a job and find housing. Operation School Bell® is Assistance League® HB signature philanthropic program. During September, October and 6 November, Operation School Bell clothed 1,272 students with a documented need in Huntington Beach, Westminster and Fountain Valley. We are well on our way to reaching our goal of clothing 1,839 students in need. Students in need exist throughout our communities, even in our own backyard. Already during this school year Harbour View Elementary School has referred 16 students with a documented need to Operation School Bell®. Last year, 14 students were clothed. Before the end of this school year, we anticipate that we will assist more students from Harbour View. Links to Learning - During the month of September, Assistance League® “Links to Learning HB” committee members presented checks to fifty-three deserving teachers from seven elementary and two middle schools in the Huntington Beach City School District and to ninetyfour teachers from seven Fountain Valley elementary schools. The total of the awards presented to the teachers was $62,575. The program provides funds for teachers to purchase learning tools that are not supplied by the State such as books, iPads, and math programs. Assistance League® HB is a nonprofit volunteer organization whose members are dedicated to improving the quality of life for children and adults in our community. In 2012, Assistance League HB gave $452,674 in goods and services to children and adults from Huntington Beach, Fountain Valley and Westminster. Help our community as a New Member! If interested in joining Assistance League® HB, please contact Carole Daniels at caroledaniels@yahoo. com or (714) 964-7962. If you are interested in DreamCatchers, please contact Cheryl Guest, DreamCatchers Membership Chairman, at [email protected]. The majority of the funding for our philanthropic programs is made at our Thrift Shop and Boutique. The Thrift Shop and Boutique are located at 8071 Slater Ave., Huntington Beach. We are open 11am-3pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Our Thursday hours are 1-5pm. We are closed Sunday and Monday. Donations of clean, gently used items are greatly appreciated at our Shop and can be dropped off during our business hours. Huntington Harbour Yacht Club by Vice Commodore Kimberley Harrison HHYC Flag and the HB Fire Department (Toy Drive). I hope that everyone is enjoying (or enjoyed as the case will be when you read this) the holidays. We had an amazing and busy Fall at HHYC and are now enjoying a cozy (and still busy) Winter. We installed a new Board and Flag Officers in November, which includes our New Commodore Phil Ventura, myself, our new Rear Commodore Marie Thompson and Fleet Captain Larry Madoski. The four of us have an amazing year planned out for our members. We just finished the HH Boat Parade, the event went off smoothly thanks to our Grand Marshall Bill Wheeler, the Philharmonic and all the volunteers and captains that gave their time. The boats were spectacular as are the houses in the harbour. I know we all take great pride in our community and it is wonderful to see everyone participating in showing off our stunningly beautiful harbour. I am very proud of our Fleet Captain Larry Madoski together with his Committee Chair Person Jeff Posthumous and an amazing group of volunteers for taking home Best in Theme. Other HHYC members, the Fighting Irish (Bob Flaig) and Someday (John Atton, Sandy James and skipper John James), also took home trophies! Congratulations!! At the Club, the elves have been busy decorating and getting ready for a New Year’s Eve Gala that won’t soon be forgotten. A Black and White Ball with an amazing line-up of music, a delightful menu, a ball drop at 9 PM and one at midnight together with an evening of surprises. Our members generously gathered a number of toys for the HB Fire Department toys for tots, thank you for all the generous donations. As for the year ahead, our Rear Commodore together with our Commodore, have a tasty menu and happy hour 7 nights a week. They put on a brunch that will leave your taste buds watering. The brunch, 10-1 Sunday is open to the public so come and check it out. Our Fleet Captain is putting away the Boat Parade decorations and is now busy planning his cruise season, which will be a lot of fun. In addition he is organizing Duff y events in the harbour, working with our Sailing Foundation on this year’s sailing program and putting together a Boat Show (which will be coupled with an open house) at the end of Mim Strickler The Most Highly Regarded Travel Agent 7 May. Also in store, birthday nights once a month, Big Band nights, Movie nights, pool tournaments and a Havana Night. There is no shortage of events to keep our members out of trouble. We also have Men’s cruises once a month and our organization of woman, the Sea Belles, who are putting together more fun events than I can list here. We are more than a Club, we are a family. We enjoy gathering, laughing, sharing stories and just generally being there as a community. We would love to show you our home so please come down for a brunch or contact me and come in as my guest. I would love to show you around and tell you more about being a member. You can reach me at 949-309-8346 or [email protected] or contact the Cub at 562-592-2186. Hope to see you soon! Cruise Tour Specialist Fabulous Pricing for the Best, Call Mim's Hot Line First! (562) 592-2367 International Order of the Blue Gavel by LaVon Plumlee, District Director, District 10 The IOBG Humanitarian Foundation awarded the Huntington Harbour Sailing Association with a grant check in the amount of $1500 in support of the HHYC junior sailing program at the fashion show. The International Order of the Blue Gavel, District 10, hosted a Fashion Show and fundraiser at the Seal Beach Yacht Club. As a result of this event, $1200 was donated to the IOBG Humanitarian Foundation in support of youth sailing, safe boating, educational programs, and many other supportive endeavors. Sally Cohen, District 10 IOBG Auxillary President, was charged with making this a very enjoyable afternoon, and she did a wonderful job. Thanks also to the Seal Beach Yacht Club, the Seal Beach Yacht Club Sea Bells, and all those that assisted in making this possible. The International Order of the Blue Gavel Humanitarian Foundation awarded the Huntington Harbour Sailing Association with a grant check in the amount of $1500 in support of the Huntington Harbour Yacht Club junior sailing program at the fashion show. The check was presented to Dr. Mark Monroe for the association. Rosalie Davis-Green, IOBG Southwestern Vice President was also present for the award. Dr. Monroe is the President of IOBG District 10, and Past Commodore of Huntington Harbour Yacht Club. District 10 International Order of the Blue Gavel officers and members look forward to 2014 for another year of boating activities. The mission of the IOBG is to recognize past yacht club commodores and promote the highest ideals of yachting through social, educational, and humanitarian programs. Live the Waterfront Resort Lifestyle Huntington Harbour’s SEAGATE Pools, Spas, Tennis Courts, Clubhouses and Private Yacht Club Residents Can Join FOR SALE - 16112 Tortola Circle 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bath, 1860 square foot Townhome on Seagate Lagoon with Water and Mountain views Offered at: $688,000 Thank You for Your Business & Referrals! BRUCE BAYLESS KATHY BAYLESS [email protected] [email protected] BRE# 01280580 BRE# 01159534 714.330.6934 714.501.9378 residential & investment real estate 8 Huntington Harbour Garden Club by Kitty Rozenstraten Excursion to The Plant Stand. From left to right Charlene Bauer, Elise Masseling, Doreen Hill, Jo Anne Greenway, Marian Galanis, May Johnston, Kitty Rozenstraten, staff member Debbi, and Pearl Holmes. Members of the Huntington Harbour Garden Club extend their warm wishes for a Happy New Year to all their friends in the community. Garden Club members have many friends in many other HH clubs, and it is always interesting to read and share in the exploits of other clubs. We thought we could take it easy after the whirlwind of organizing our fundraiser in October 2013. Not so! A gardener’s work is not unlike that of a farmer; there is always something to do, to plan, to organize. Barbara Simone keeps members informed about what to do in the garden during the winter month. Marian Galanis is always looking ahead to plan excursions to places of gardening interest, Elise Masseling keeps busy lining up speakers for our monthly meetings. And our president Doreen Hill keeps everyone and everything on schedule. Three events in the last two months of 2013 are worth sharing. On November 13, Marian arranged for a field trip to The proof is in this picture of long-time friends Wynne Hayes and Bette Hastie who had much to reminisce about Christmases past. the Plant Stand in Costa Mesa. Members were pleasantly surprised to find a large nursery and gardening accessories shop behind the modest store front. Debbi, Plant Stand staff member, gave a tour of the facilities and demonstrated putting together containers. The week after that, members met again, this time at the home of Mary Johnston. After socializing came the business meeting and then the floor was given to Steve Eldredge from the Fullerton Arboretum. Steve gave an overview of the history of the arboretum. The arboretum, located on the campus of Cal State Fullerton, opened to the public in 1979. With a collection of more than 4,000 unique plants growing on more than 26 acres of land, it is the largest botanical garden in Orange County. To find out more about the arboretum log on to its website. If you have never been to this hidden gem in Orange County, plan to visit it soon. You will not be disappointed. In December we met for our annual Christmas Celebration at the home of Laurie Hill. Laurie’s home was beautifully decorated with Christmas green and poinsettia reds. Offerings of wine enhanced the Christmas spirit. Members had used their favorite recipes and brought the results to Laurie’s house for sharing with friends. Several recipes came from the HHGC 2013 Cookbook. If you are looking for a hostess gift, locally written, printed and test-kitchen tried, Pam Smart still has copies for sale. The Christmas Celebration was well attended. It was a great time to catch up with friends on the latest news while enjoying scrumptious food. 9 Members of the HHGC meet every 3rd Tuesday of the month. In January Wendy Gingerich, our in-residence Master Gardener, will give a presentation on Gardening in Small Spaces. For the February meeting Elise Masseling has lined up a speaker from the Bonsai Society to do a presentation on the history and maintenance of Bonsai. Anyone interested in attending a meeting or becoming a member can contact Connie Mandic at 714-377-0017. 16881 Algonquin Street, H.B. 92649 714·846·0688 562·592·3020 Fax 714·846·7083 Wonderful W Selection of Gift Items, Napkins & Cards r for All Occasions Walkers Power Wheel Chairs Incontinence Supply Diabetes Supply Blood Pressure Check We will match/beat any chain W store prescriptions prices. W MATCH We A AARP prices & honor Medi-Cal/Medicare. huntingtonharbourdruggist.com Stop California State Lands Commission New Tax by Frank Singer STOP We had our November 18 Case Management Conference at the Santa Ana Court. The CSLC tired to pull a fast one saying “both parties” have agreed to everything. Of course our attorney objected saying that we are as far apart as ever. Consequently the court told us to Demurrer or protest (once again) our differences. As of the first of the year no new Case Management Conference date as been set. It will probably be in March or April. It is very clear one of CSLC’s strategies is to run up our legal expenses and hope we give up. With new annual charges from $1,500 to $3,000 I know you will not let that happen. I asked our new State Senator Lou Correa to write a letter to Lt Governor Gavon Newsom, who oversees the CSLC, to not waste State money going after residents of Huntington Harbour. Senator Correa sent the letter a few months ago. Our new State Legislator Travis Allen will also see what he can do. A further development is that property owners on Lake Tahoe who have also been affected by SB 152 are taking action against the CSLC. It’s a new year so once again I am asking all property owners in Huntington Harbour to make an annual donation to our legal fund. We have already spent over $100,000 but only raised about $70,000. If every one of the 4,000 Huntington Harbour property owners donated $50 we would have enough money in our fight against the illegal money grabbing by the CSLC. Unfortunately less than 100 HH property owners (and realtors) have so far donated. I have received a number of calls of what to do with leases and invoices received from the CSLC. Our attorney recommends to sign leases with the notation: “Signed under protest without waiver of rights”. If you receive an invoice you should pay it and in the memo section (or under your signature) write: “Paid under protest without waiver of rights”. Talk to your neighbors, we need everyone’s support! Please contribute to our legal fund in one of two ways. Use our website or by check. Make check payable to: Zumbrun Law Firm Client Trust Account and mail to: Ron Zumbrun, 47 Robert Court East, Arcata, CA 95521. In the memo section you may add: “Huntington Beach Property Owners”. The website can be found at www.hbpropertyowners.com. Please contact me with questions or suggestions and check our website for the latest information, Frank Singer, 3552 Venture Drive, Trinidad Island, 714-840-6476, [email protected]. Huntington Harbour – End of Year Market Update By Scot Campbell, Realtor The Huntington Harbour real estate market “Bounced Up” in 2013, and it was a welcome improvement for area homeowners. Here is a summary of market statistics looking at all of 2012 Vs. 2013: Attached Homes – Total sales increased 4.48%, the average price increased to $630,891 (up 12.25%), average price per square foot increased to $416.16 (up 11.14%). The inventory of available homes in Huntington Harbour dropped all the way down to 56 homes in December 2013. It was up in the 85 to 95 range for most of 2013. This is a very good time to be a home seller in Huntington Harbour! For an instant list of all homes currently for sale in Huntington Harbour, visit www.ScotCampbell.com. For answers to questions about buying or selling real estate call 714-336-0394 or email Scot.Campbell@ ColdwellBanker.com Detached Homes – Total sales increased 6.78%, the average price increased to $1,618,026, and the average price per square foot increased to $531.02 (up 10.65%). PAID ADVERTISEMENT 10 Little Mermaid Guild of CHOC Children’s by Fran Gitsham CHOC Children’s, as a non-profit hospital, relies on community support to provide leading-edge care for infants, children and adolescents close to home. The purpose of the CHOC Guilds is to raise the community’s awareness of CHOC Children’s and CHOC Children’s at Mission Hospital, while raising much needed funds in support of CHOC’s mission to nurture, advance and protect the health and well-being of children. Gifts of time, talent or treasure helps ensure that our children get the best pediatric care possible. With the continuance of life saving care for children in mind, the Little Mermaid Guild is excited to jump into the New Year with the goal of creating and instituting fundraising opportunities. LMG raises money in a variety of ways and is always looking for new avenues to further their support of CHOC Children’s. In 2014 the guild will be striving to organize special events that appeal to their members so, while supporting the CHOC mission, fun together will be had throughout the year. The ages of the woman of the Little Mermaid Guild span six decades and any age gaps that could have been, have been bridged by founding a sisterhood based around a common goal, that of helping to insure the well being of future generations. With no time commitment requirements for membership in the guild, some members participate in all the events throughout the year, while others participate in only one or two. Although LMG primarily serves the cities of Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley, anyone from anywhere is welcome. LMG urges anyone with a heart to attend a meeting to see if joining the guild will warm that heart as much as it does those of the current members. For information, please contact Judi Van Houten at 714-401-4254. Huntington Harbour Property Owners Association by Dorothy Ralphs In case you have been curious and are sick and tired of all the torn up streets along Algonquin and Warner Avenue HHPOA inquired about this long-term construction and the details follow. We conducted an interview with a City Official and he gave us this information. The project on Algonquin Avenue is a New Modern sewer lift station replacement that should have been completed last summer. Due to contractor problems it is now scheduled for completion March 1, 2014. I am sure you all heard about 1000 gallons of raw sewage that was spilled, but the contractor managed to contain some with a vacuum truck and the City estimate that approximately 800 gallons made it to the Harbour. This was also a Contractor Problem. Most of it was vacuumed up from the gutters before it got into the Harbour and no raw sewage was involved at all. The City engineer informed us that it was a small amount compared to the millions of gallons flowing in and out of the Harbour every day and that it quickly cleans and dilutes itself. The Contractor is being held liable and is responsible according to his agreement with the City. The second big project on Warner Avenue is called “Warner Avenue Gravity Sewer And Lift Station Replacement Project.” There are currently three old lift stations along Warner Avenue that are being replaced with one larger modern lift station tank. The lift stations pump the sewer up to a higher elevation through several stages and it is then able to flow to the Orange County District Sewage Treatment Plant. New sewer pipes are also being installed. For your information the Sanitation District purifies this sewage to clean water state. Much of it goes into tanks and is used for irrigation, and various other projects. A very small amount finally runs out into the ocean. At present the Warner Avenue Project is on schedule and should be completed by October of this year. Regarding the Huntington Harbour Home Owners Association, we are a small group of interested caring homeowners who maintain the integrity of the CC & R’s of the Harbour and attempt to further improve various aspects and appearances in the Harbour. We cannot do anything without your dues so please send them in when you get the invoice. Wes Warvie, one of our Board Members, will be on the City Planning Committee that is updating the future plans for the City. In our area their concerns are for water quality, water levels and the seawalls. If any of you are interested please join our group and get involved. DEBBIE NEUGEBAUER ASSOCIATE BROKER 29 Years of Sincere - Professional - Expertise in Real Estate Sales Specializing in Huntington Beach’s Finest Properties Listing & Sales (714) 323-6188 Debbieneugebauer.com Email: [email protected] 11 License # 00848295 Sea Isle Garden Club by Cindy Allen and Caron Mount Members at the Holiday Luncheon: Seated: Jan Nagele, Cathy Kelly, Jean Worden and Mary Ann Brinket. Standing: Bonnie Specht, Carolyn Lloyd, Linda Cassidy, Lucille Mascoli, Lu Mendenhall, Anne Blayden, Terry Hayden, Caron Mount, Carolyn Platt and Cindy Allen. Another year of accomplishments was celebrated by Sea Isle Garden Club members on December 11th at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club during our Traditional SIGC Holiday Luncheon. President Cathy Kelly thanked all those who worked to complete our latest project. The Donor Recognition Plaque was installed on the Edinger Parkway, which acknowledges the dedication of the Sea Isle Garden Club members, the contributions of many residents and the City of Huntington Beach. The meeting • • • • • • • was followed by a exquisite luncheon choice of salmon salad or spinach stuffed chicken breast. Adding to the holiday spirit, we exchanged exciting mystery gifts, where wrapped treasures were unwrapped, though some gifts were “stolen” a few times! After our SIGC meeting at Caron Mount’s lovely waterfront home on January 8th, members were treated to a fascinating demonstration by Shaile Socher, Sugar Artist, who creates realistic flowers with sugar gum paste. Caron had 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 12 met Shaile at the Orange County Fair at her working/display booth and both were anxious to share the discovery with the Sea Isle members. Shaile showed us how to make the Phaius Orchid in all the steps, bringing pieces already done since the parts had to be dried before doing the assembling steps. Usually Shaile teaches just one of the various types of flowers in two sessions of 2 hours each, but it was obvious there were years of practice that went into her edible art. The roses, peonies, hydrangea, sweet peas, daffodils, tulips, iris, and succulents last forever and are too beautiful to eat. If you were to look at the pictures on her Shailesedibleart.blogspot. com website, you would not believe they are made of sugar. Her creations include full arrangements as you would find at a florist’s shop. The life-like orchids continued to be the topic of conversation as we enjoyed lunch on the waterfront patio, surrounded by real flowering plants and fruit-filled citrus trees in pots. As the east coast and midwest froze, we marveled at the tomatoes still ripening on the vines, and the cymbidium orchid spikes showing their buds preparing to bloom here in our lovely Huntington Harbour climate. Please be sure to mark your calendars for our February 12th meeting at the SeaGate Clubhouse where the Orange County District Award Team will share their reviews of outstanding club members’ gardens. Carolyn Platt’s garden has already been recognized as among those selected for Orange County awards. Please contact our VP of Membership, Cindy Allen, at 310-2458702 for information on becoming a member of the Club. We meet the second Wednesday of the month. Cathy Thomas Cooks by Cathy Thomas I love dishes that look beautiful and taste delicious, yet don’t require much work. Gravlax, a Swedish-style cured salmon made by coating a fresh salmon fillet with a salt-sugar-fresh dill rub, is a dandy example. Once quickly slathered, it is weighted (often using a plate topped with a heavy can or two, or a pot filled with water) and refrigerated for three to four days. Years ago I did a gravlax-themed interview with Ulf Anders Strandberg, chef and co-owner of Gustaf Anders in South Coast Plaza Village, Santa Ana. It was a sad day for Orange County when that glorious restaurant closed. Gustaf Anders’ gravlax was delicious. “Use a perfectly fresh Norwegian salmon or a farmed Atlantic salmon - a king salmon is too lean,” Swedish-born Strandberg told me. “You want the fish to have a little fat. And you can remove the (pin) bones with pliers, or simply ask them at the market to do that.” Strandberg said to use one cup sugar and one cup salt, plus one teaspoon of crushed white peppercorns, plenty of chopped fresh dill and a little aquavit (Scandinavian distilled liquor). He tightly wrapped the salmon in both plastic wrap and aluminum foil; weighted down, the fish was refrigerated for at least 48 hours. La Familia Before thinly slicing, he said, remove most of the dill, but don’t wash it off. Some salt-sugar mixture should stick to the surface. Wiping with your hand, in one gentle swipe, seems to be the ticket to removing the appropriate amount of dill. Then thinly slice it; place it fleshside up on a cutting board, and slice on the diagonal using a sharp (thin-bladed) knife. When the knife reaches the skin, turn it so it is parallel with the work surface and continue cutting (the slice will separate from the skin and the skin will remain in one solid piece). A traditional Swedish way to serve it is thinly sliced, accompanied with a mustard sauce. To make it, combine 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon dry mustard, 3 tablespoons sugar and 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar in food process; pulse to combine. With the motor running, add 1/3 cup room temperature vegetable oil in a very thin stream through the food-tube. Stir in 3 to 4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill. Accompany the gravlax and mustard sauce with toast and lemon slices. Ah, delicious dining memories. At Gustaf Anders they sometimes made thicker cuts of gravlax and quickly grilled them; they were served with tomato and cucumber salad with honey vinaigrette. Divine. Sign up to receive Cathy Thomas’ e-newsletter at CathyThomasCooks.com, the Website she writes for food lovers and cooks. prizes and decorate trees for the raffle. Lots of prizes make for many guests going home very happy. Mim, as usual, was so generous allowing us to use her wonderful party room to address invitations as well as decorate several trees. Ruth Otis was in charge of getting the invitations out and Madeline Campbell was in charge of getting trees decorated. How fun it is to work for a good cause. The proceeds of all of our work with the Christmas Tree Luncheon went to Orangewood Children’s Home. We always like to get new members to have fun helping to support the children. by Mary Busche The Christmas Holidays are always made special because of Our Christmas Tree Wonderland Luncheon and Fashion show. Preparation for the Luncheon starts way ahead. Besides getting invitations out we sell tickets, invite our friends and most importantly we collect silent auction 13 Seagate Yacht Club by author Commodore Josef Davydovits, Kim Davydovits, Bonnie Specht, & Jr. Staff Commodore Jeff Specht. Seagate Yacht Club Commodore’s Ball What a beautiful Commodore’s Ball. The Westminster Rose Center put out all the fi xings for us and made SeaGate Yacht Club feel right at home. Commodore Jeff and Bonnie Specht hosted over 80 elegantly dressed members and guests. The evening began with light piano music by “Dead Men Rockin”, followed by trays of hot appetizers. The ceremony began with Commodore Specht honoring all the attending veterans, Staff Commodores and guests. Staff Commodore Mike Courtway did the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. Everyone feasted on salmon and prime rib with all the trimmings including enough wine on each table to get everyone ready to party. Commodore Specht thanked the past board and gave them gifts of appreciation. Also, all the events hosts were given gifts and thanked for all their hard work and a “Job well done” for a truly fun year. The new board was sworn in by Jr. Staff Commodore Dale Giali. Our new Commodore, Josef Davydovits, was sworn in and wished good luck by all. Commodore Jeff Specht and Bonnie were thanked for all their hard work and leadership for the year. Members then danced the night away with “Dead Men Rockin” a four piece live band. At one time the dance floor was full and there was not one person sitting at the tables. Truly a fun event not to forget! New Years Eve Party Happy New Year from SeaGate Yacht Club. Members of SGYC celebrated the arrival of 2014 with a great New Year’s Eve Party. There was lots of dancing to the theme music of the 50s/60s, and Elvis arrived just in time to count down the midnight hour as we watched the Balloon Drop on TV. Everyone enjoyed creating fun memories with the special photo booth that was set up just for this occasion. There was plenty of drinks, champagne, and light catered munchies. A good time was had by ALL! FINS by Barbara Devlin Donna Longman, Pearl Holmes & Bob Longman at the Boat parade party at Sara & Bill Wilson’s. Lois Hohly Shell Grossman, Mary Berge, Betty McCarthy, Barbara Devlin at the Day Gourmet Christmas party. FINS Members had a ringside seat at the Boat Parade this year at the main channel waterfront home of Sara and Bill Wilson. Members arrived early for Cocktail hour and enjoyed the many delicious hors d’oeuvres prepared by members. Rita Collins was the chairperson of the Boat Parade Party and arranged for a catered dinner of Chicken Fettuccini, tossed green salad and delicious desserts… chocolate cake, brownies and a scrumptious Raspberry Trifle made by Donna Longman. In December, Daytime Gourmet Members enjoyed their yearly Christmas Party Luncheon Extravaganza and Gift Exchange at the home of Loretta Maiorana with June Ascolesi as cohostess. The main entree was broiled lobster tails, potato latkes with applesauce and green beans with tomatoes. Appetizers were spicy chicken meatballs from the Nashville Music City Easts food festival and stuffed celery sticks with assorted cheeses and olives. Dessert was a wonderful raspberry trifle made by Pearl Holmes (Donna 14 Longman’s recipe). Members gathered in the living room for their Christmas Exchange of food and gifts. Mary Berge’s cookie selection and Christmas Apron was the first gift chosen as usual and was picked by Marian Galanis who promptly lost it to Betty McCarthy. The big hit of the evening was a coffee cream pannatoni. It seems that Jerry Galanis was so impressed with the pannatoni that he bought out Trader’s Joe’s whole supply to give as gifts to his extended family in Long Beach. Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee by Eva Kilgore The HHPC office was full of happy volunteers this past December. Wow! We did it. This past holiday season was, in a word, incredible. Our HHPC volunteers not only stepped up to the plate, they hit it out of the park. The boat parade was beautiful. Grand Marshal Bill Wheeler expertly navigated his team, and made sure all details were in place. Roxanne Talley, Joanne Fernbach, Margie Bogart, Alysa Morallo, and Parade Captain Sharie Sneddon, Night Captains*, plus Lieutenants* all did a stellar job. “Music Around the World” was the theme, and many boat decorations reflected that. Home decor, too. See the list of winners this year for waterfront, and off-water. Thank you! Right after the boat parade, we present the Cruise of Lights. Our volunteers did whatever it took to make sure our guests had incredible narrated boat tours to see thousands of lights on roofs, balconies, decks, and docks. Passengers came from far (tickets were bought in Taiwan), and near (right here in Huntington Harbour). Thank you to Sheree Novak, Susie Scott, Susan Qaqundah, Marlene Nielsen, Anita Osgood, Bett Walton, Christine Faubert, Kim Willingham, Karen Ridout, Charlene Bauer, Cathy Liddle, Lolly McHardy, Kim Weddon, Melissa Banning, Pam Myers, Bea Swanson, Admiralty, Sandpiper, Islanders, Marina Windjammer, and Trinidad for all their hard work. And, Patty Reilly, applause to you too for making sure our commentators were on point. Mike Novak wrote the Cruise of Lights script, which added to Cruise perfection. We presented Chili Night, and gave out funds to schools. Our own members, plus Philharmonic Society of Orange County members were on hand to share a wonderful night of fun, friendship, and to take the Cruise of Lights. Thanks to those who brought in homemade goodies, carried flashlights, wore big smiles along with their blue and white HHPC sweatshirts, braved the cold, and warmed everyone’s hearts. HHPC, you rock! Thanks to Charmaine Rood and CeCe Lorthier for getting the word out to everyone from radio to television to print media. To those who put up banners, took them down, handed out information cards, and made it all happen. And, to Madeline, our office guru. She helped out Best Tribute to Theme winner, The Fields Family 15 at every turn, and was an integral part of our success. Please see the list below of more people that need to be thanked, and deserve big applause. What’s in store for the new year? Lots of things. You’ll see us promoting the music programs, presenting the juniors fashion show, and having lots of fun. We are proud of our 51st year accomplishments. Why do we do it? To make sure our children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and every child in Orange County from kindergarten through 12th grade receives quality, continuing music programs and education. We would love to have you join us. Call 714-840-7542 for information. *Night Captains: Brian Metherell, Dave Caubel, Dean Stanton, Jeff Silver, Norman Huniu, Scot Campbell. *Lieutenants & Skippers: Calvin Free, Chris Cole, Chris Janielli, Cliff Robbins, Dave Fell, Davin Day, Dean Volvin, John Roddin, Kate Douglas, Mark Headland, Matthew Zimmerman, Michael Courtway, Michael White, Paul Hasse, Rick Wood, Ron Martin, Sean Gallagher, Victoria Stephens. THE MOST CARDIAC ROBOTIC-ASSISTED SURGERIES IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA At MemorialCare, we specialize in minimally invasive, cardiac robotic-assisted surgery. We operate through a few tiny openings, instead of the traditional, foot-long incision, so our patients experience fewer complications, greater comfort and faster recoveries. Distinguished as a leading heart and vascular center, Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center offers personalized prevention programs, expert surgeons and innovative care. 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Waterfront Home Winners Sweepstakes: 8 Seagate Condos, Brad Goodrich Best Tribute To Theme: Lois Lacy Best Tribute To Holiday Season: Z & Becky Zadro Most Eff ective Use Of Lights: Thomas Dao Most Whimsical: Ray & Raven Beeso Most Traditional: The Griley’s Most Contemporary: William Jones Best Animation: Elmer & Coco Malchow Most Beautiful: Ramy Elias Judges Special Trophy: John Gilbert & Diane Stump Award Of Excellence: Frank & Jeanie Gibson Best Tribute To Holiday Season: Lucky Days Ii By Jon Yarchever Most Religious: Kahuna By Calvary Chapel Of The Harbour, Pete Valov Best Animation: Eagle’s Nest By Thomas Dao Design Excellence: Bet T Jo By Elizabeth Fertig & Bernard Brooks Most Contemporary: Jersey Devil By Harbour Rod & Reel Club, Tony & Julie Sabatino Most Whimsical: She Said Yes By Steve & Sherri Giron Most Eff ective Use Of Lights: Pescado Loco By Curtis & Clay Woolsey Best Yacht Club: Fin-Tastic By Seagate Yacht Club, Gil Morris Best Of Harbour: Ice Time By Admiralty, Richard & Alice Zamboni Award Of Excellence: Someday By John James Award Of Excellence: America Jane By Russ Turk Condos/Townhomes Best Group Entry: Laura David, Ken Huss, Ginger Nelson Best Individual Entry: Ron & Joni Kodimer Best Tribute To Theme: Guy & Caron Mount Judges Special Trophy: Dennis Huffman & Peggy Allison Award Of Excellence: Mike & Lolly Mchardy Off -Water Home Winners Sweepstakes: The Crowley Family Best Tribute To Theme: The Fields Family Best Tribute To Holiday Season: Ed & Beth Ann Kendzierski Most Eff ective Use Of Lights: Ron & Brooke Schilling Most Whimsical: Brad & Kimberly Willingham Most Traditional: The Frlekin Family Most Religious: John & Susana Wilde Most Contemporary: Norman & Julie Huniu Best Animation: The Singhi Family Most Beautiful: Tom & Mary Griley Judges Special Trophy: Thomas Dao Huntington Harbour Boat Parade Winners Sweepstakes: Always Rushed By Tom & Mary Griley Best Tribute To Theme: Luna Seas By Huntington Harbour Yacht Club, Larry Madoski Best Display Of Originality: Fighting Irish By Bob Flaig Most Beautiful: Hooligan Vi By Ron & Joanne Foland Judges Special Trophy: Alexandra Marie By Willingham & Faubert Families Most Beautiful Off Water Winner, Tom and Mary Griley. 18 HHPC: Admiralty Group by Mim Strickler Lorraine Garafalo and Patti Kenmore. Alice Zamboni, Mim Strickler and Anita Osgood. Richard Zamboni whose boat won “Best of Harbour” for our Admiralty entry. Their perpetual trophy was donated by Churee Kakimoto in memory of Dr. Howard Stein. Cruise of Lights work night was a great success due to the organizing of Anita Osgood, the presence of a singing group and fabulous weather plus a great display of holiday lights! January our President Marie Edwards gave a Board of Director’s spotlight report on the history and info about our Admiralty group. Our luncheon/meeting was held in the private room at Panda Palace where we welcomed all to the Year of the Horse and Aurea Hoad announced our plans for ushering and Music Mobile work ahead. Hosts Herb and Mary Lundin, Sandpiper Pres. Helene Rowlette, Mike McHardy, HHPC Co-Chair Lolly McHardy, Keith Liddle, HHPC Office Manager Madeline Fields and Les Kelly at the Holiday Party. venues in Orange County. They also had sign-up sheets for the Music Mobile presentations to the local elementary schools. Sandpipers eagerly volunteered to be ushers and signed up for the Music Mobile presentations. Future February Meeting On Thursday, February 20th, the Monthly meeting of the Sandpipers will be held at Loretta Patterson’s home. Save the Date On Saturday, April 5th, the Grand Marshall Event will be held at Huntington Harbour Yacht Club. More Information The Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Sandpipers are one of the five committees comprising the Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee (HHPC). Our monthly meetings are held in the afternoon on the 3rd Thursday of the month at various members’ homes. Following our meetings we have happy hour with delicious appetizers provided by Sandpipers. Please call Membership Chair Loretta Patterson at (714) 840-9125, email [email protected] for more information about the Sandpipers. Admiralty group continues to keep busy as ever. We kicked off the season with a dinner/meeting at Mim Strickler’s home arranged by Elaine Montgomery. We announced holiday plans with a special intro and enthusiasm from our own Bill Wheeler (we are so proud of him as our Grand Marshall of the Boat Parade). During the festivities of the Parade, we congratulated our members Alice and HHPC: Sandpipers by Cindy Allen December Events Sandpipers were busy in the month of December to help make the 51st Annual Cruise of Lights a success. On Friday, December 13th, our annual Holiday Party was held at Mary and Herb Lundin’s beautiful waterfront home. On Thursday, December 19th Sandpipers volunteered to work for the Cruise of Lights Chili Dinner at the Huntington Harbour Yacht Club. Checks were presented to Orange County educators for music education programs. Our HHPC Sandpipers work Night was Friday, December 20th. Sandpipers helped people board buses and boats for an enjoyable time viewing the holiday lights. 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December was a fun and busy month! Kudos to Joanne Fernbach and Margie Bogart who kept us organized with our duties for the boat parade. Our members helped in the HHPC office with banners, numbers, scouting, and providing cookies for the skipper’s meeting. Kathy Bunch, Kathie Saveliev, Elise Masseling, Lisa Weller, Margie Finlay, Pearl Holmes, Susie Sampson, Karen Ridout, and Sloan Gallipeo all helped out. Next up was our holiday celebration at Seacliff Country Club on December 10th. President Lani Martin commented, “Our party was super wonderful. The tables and party goers were beautiful and the music was delightful. Marsha Waldman, Ellie Matthews, and Joanne Fernbach really know how to put on a party!” Several of our members including Joanne Fernbach, Lani Martin, Linda Shaul, and Karen Ridout participated in the December 19th Chili night at the HHYC. Karen Ridout did a wonderful job organizing our group to work the Cruise of Lights on December 22nd. Joanne Fernbach and Kathy Bunch were commentators on the boats and entertained all the passengers. At the HHYC we had the following members helping out: Maggie Van Eck with husband Tim, Barbara Sentell, Susie Sampson, Karen Ridout, Carlone Herman, Elise Masseling with husband Jack and her grandson. Joanne Fernbach’s two granddaughters also helped out. At the Mall we had the following members helping: Pat DeCou and her grandson, Sloan Gallipeo, Pearl Holmes, Margie Bogart and her son, Ellie Matthews and husband Dan, Joanne Fernbach’s son and grandson, Lisa Weller and husband Gary, Lani Martin and husband Dave, Ruth Roe, Charlene Bauer, Phil Ridout, and Jean Ramirez. I think Joanne Fernbach deserves a round of applause for having the most family members helping us out over the holidays! Thank you to Karen Ridout for hosting the January meeting and luncheon at her house. This was a very special meeting featuring the talented Dean Corey lecturing on the music of George Frederic Handel. We are looking forward to helping with the Music Mobile in February. Kathy Bunch is in charge of coordinating this program for our group. Interested in learning more about Marina/Windjammers? Please contact our membership chairman, Barbara Sentell, for information at 562-430-8387 or email: [email protected]. Our meetings are held in the morning on the third Thursday of each month, followed by lunch at the host member’s home. HHPC: Trinidad Group by Mark A. Arizmendi Linda, did you hear what happened to Sheree’s kitchen, no Pam what happened? As many of you know Sheree and Mike Novak’s Beautiful Waterfront Kitchen is literally a Hershey Candy World. But, the Novak’s started a remodel of their Candy Kitchen and the Kisses tiles are gone. The remodel will show us another side of Sheree Novak’s Culinary taste. We can’t wait to see it. Do I hear a “Trinidad Open Kitchen” party in the works? Kisses to Sheree! The Huntington Harbour Boat Parade was wonderful. We all had a great 22 time working the Mall parking lot, and Yacht Club Dock for the Cruise of Lights. It is now the time to move on to the next fun venture. The Grand Marshal Celebration Dinner/Dance-April 5, 2014, is right around the corner. It celebrates a great 2013, and kicks off 2014 for the Huntington Harbour Philharmonic groups. Be sure to attend. I’m sure your Dance Card will be filled for the night. Philharmonic House of Design 2014! Save the date-June 3-29, 2014. The house is a custom designed Mediterranean Modern Estate in The Strand at Headlands in Dana Point. I’ll see you there. Join our group and start your fun, all to benefit Music in Schools for Children of Orange County. Call Linda Axel, our VP of Membership at 714.325.6111, and join Trinidad Group! HHPC: Islanders by Eva Kilgore Christine Faubert, Robin Silver, Rocio Griley toasted to a wonderful holiday season for Islanders and all of HHPC. One of our HHPC co-chairs this year is Kim Weddon, a proud Islander. She’s got an even bigger smile after a most successful holiday season. Islanders were out in full force to help with the boat parade, and Cruise of Lights. Thanks goes out to Marlene Nielsen, Christine Faubert, Kim Willingham, Sharon Larson and all of the Islanders who helped in the office, on the docks, loading and unloading buses, and all with super enthusiasm and professionalism. Brenda Austin, Diane Ferguson, Jenny Huntsinger were festively celebrating. Islander president Janet French was there to lead the way. Janet brings leadership, humor, and a can-do attitude to everything she does. It doesn’t matter whether she is running our meetings, hosting parties at her incredible home, or by just being there to answer any and all questions. Robin Silver, our juniors chair, is now getting ready for the annual fashion show. She’s in charge of our youngest volunteers, the teenagers. They get service points for their activities, and make lasting friendships. There will be more on the HHPC Juniors fashion show in the next issue of Harbour Light Magazine. We’d love to have you join Islanders. We meet once a month, and you’re sure to have a wonderful time, while helping to raise funds to help continue music programs for all of our children. Call 714-840-7542 for more information on our wonderful group. GO WITH JO TRAVEL Jo Andrews, Owner Celebrating 30 Years of Service and Success Cruise and Family Travel Specialists AIR, TOURS, CARS, HOTEL us on Facebook at facebook.com/gowithjotravel ~ Celebrating 40 Years Islanders Philharmonic! ~ 714-840-GOJO (4656) or 714-379-3755 5500 Bolsa Ave. Suite 130 • Huntington Beach, CA 92649 CST #2050480-40 [email protected] • www.gowithjo.vacationport.net 23 Huntington Harbour Art Association by Jackie Dvorman Calendar Girls: Kathleen Preble, Rhea Black, Betty Viers, Nancy Philips, Jackie Dvorman, Kay Sullivan, Carrol Wolf. The Art Association is more than just a club for artists. It is, more importantly, a center where women in the area share their art interests, have a place to learn more of that craft and have opportunity to display their work for the community. The Coffee Chums is one time/place when members meet Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. at Eastgate Clubhouse, bring coffee and/or a snack and chat for awhile as they work on their project, or not. It doesn’t matter for the friendship and mutual interest is what is important. Kay Sullivan found such friendship when she joined Needles and Friends after she retired. She found a friendly group of women who shared her interest in quilting, gave her support for her work, and helped her as she entered competitions. Since then she has joined the Painting Pals group and is winning prizes with her skill in watercolor painting. Come and join the Coffee Chums. Get to know the Art Association members in a friendly way, and explore the world of arts and crafts. Call Marsha Hendler at 714-840-8843 for more information. The Winter Luncheon, planned by Rhea Black and Barbara Simone was held at Mularkey’s Pub. The speaker for the day came from the local yarn and knit shop to display new materials and new projects available at the shop. A quilting workshop was held in January at Marsha Hendler’s home. Members brought their sewing machines and Marsha demonstrated, using jelly roll and/or scraps to make a table runner, pillow or any size quilt. Each member came away from the day with the beginnings of a colorful quilting piece. Joyce Johnson has organized a field trip to the Bowers Museum in February to see the exhibit, “A Quest for Beauty; The Art of Van Clef and Arpels”. The exhibit spans 100 years of jewelry, watches and precious accessories. Luncheon follows at the exciting Tangata Restaurant. Painting Pals members presented Linda, the office manager of the Seagate Clubhouse, with a 2014 Calendar illustrated with watercolors done during the painting times at the Clubhouse and produced by Carrol Wolf in appreciation for Linda’s help with our meetings. The members are looking forward to the annual Fine Arts Show to be held during March at the lovely Windows Gallery in the main library. Over 60 entries are expected in all media of fine arts. Judges will award prizes in six categories including Best of Show and Viewer’s Choice at the champagne reception on Opening Night. Come and join the Art Association and be part of the exciting events for 2014. Coff ee Chums: Betty Viers, Linda Sackin, JaAnn Rossi, Kay Sullivan, Marsha Hendler. • Custom Landscape • Themed Garden Design • Interior & Exterior Plant Scaping Catherine Rousseau - Designer (714) 791-3528 Email: [email protected] Instagram: HBgtg 24 Specializing in All Your Real Estate Needs! 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Planned activities include the Annual Inland Cruise and golf tournament in the desert March 28-29; the annual Fish Fry at Ed and Millie Dempsey’s June 28th; the annual Progressive Dinner by Duff y August 23rd with appetizers and drinks at Paul and Linda Sackin’s and CRUISIN COUTURE unique custom interior designs for cruisin in style ELECTRIC BOATS YACHTS COACHES cruisincouture.com Alicia Kaye • 714.914.1050 • EXOTICS • SPORTS • LUXURY • dinner and dessert at Nick and Cindy DiBenedetto’s; the annual TGIF/ Halloween Party October 24th at Gary and Paty Whitener’s and the Annual Ladies Luncheon November 6th at Jo Andrew’s. The last Friday of each month the Angler TGIF hosts for 2014 are Boris and Dorothy Ralphs in February, Jim and Linda Armor in April, Mim Strickler in May, Jo Andrews in July and Carmen and Linda Morrow in September. TGIF, Annual Meeting and Election Friday evening November 22nd 45 members of the Anglers of Huntington Harbour met at the waterfront home of Jeanne Sprague for the organizations November TGIF, Annual Meeting and Election of Officers. Each of the Anglers brought one of their favorite appetizers or desserts to be enjoyed by all as they socialized and conducted their business. 2013 President Tony Zazzu previewed the planned activities for 2014 and announced the results of the election of officers. For 2014 Jo Andrews was elected President. Bob Campbell was elected 1st Vice President in charge of fundraising for the Angler philanthropies. Jim Martin was elected 2nd Vice President in charge of the Kids Fishing Trip for at-risk children in our community. Bob Hetzler was elected continued next page 26 Anglers continued… Treasurer. Lou Earlabaugh was elected Tournament Chair in charge of the Anglers Intra-Club Tournaments and other fishing activities. Paula Hetzler was elected Secretary. Jim Walton was elected Parliamentarian. Upcoming Events The Anglers of Huntington Harbour are celebrating their 50th year in the Harbour and have many exciting social, fishing and philanthropic activities planned including the February TGIF at the home of Boris and Dorothy Ralphs on February 28th, the annual Inland Cruise and golf tournament the weekend of March 28th-29th and the April TGIF at the home on Jim and Linda Armor April 25th. If you live in the Harbour and would like to be considered for one of the Anglers open membership positions and attend one of our events please call membership chair Paula Hetzler at (714) 969-2570 for more information. USC Orange County Beach Cities Alumni Club by George Demos (Past President USC-HB Club) USC Huntington Beach Alumni Club has merged with the Orange County Club. Members enjoyed the Trojan win over Fresno State in the Las Vegas Bowl at Coast Point Restaurant. Pictures, Mathew Christianson (Past President of the Orange County Alumni Club), Nina Nichols, George Demos and Byron Johnson viewed the USC victory of Fresno State in the Las Vegas Bowl last month at the Coast Point Restaurant in Newport Beach. A good time was had by all! The USC-HB Club has merged with the Orange County Club. Fight on! Best Time to Sell Your Unwanted Gold! We also specialize in custom orders and repairs. Over 2000 styles of engagement rings to choose from. Tue.-Fri. 10:30 am-6 pm Sat. 10:30 am-4 pm Sun. & Mon. Closed Design by George • www.Isabellasjewelry.com 16917 Algonquine St., Suite C • Huntington Beach, CA 92649 • (714) 377-7419 Near Warner Avenue in Huntington Harbour Mall 27 Flying Dutchman Chapter - Segerstrom Center for the Arts by “Mike” Nielsen, Publicity Chairman Bert Nielsen, Chris Nielsen, Joan Foote, John Foote, Charlene Bauer (Ways & Means Chair) and Jim Walton. Judy and Leigh Ross, Hospitality Chairmen, had a Wine & Cocktail party and members were very generous in delivering a large amount of toys for Toys for Tots. Our November meeting was at the Long Beach Yacht Club and our January 19th Brunch was at Bobbitt & Bill William’s, our Ways & Means chairmen’s home. This is also our annual Bob Mah, Leigh Ross, Jim Connors, Judy Ross, Joy Connors, Adeline Mah, Carryl Hytopoulos, Greg Hytopoulos, Mary Shebell and Merle McCormick. White Elephant Sale. It’s always a kick to see some of the “stuff ’’ people want to dump and also fun to get a real bargain on some wonderful goodies. Our chairmen, Marcia Kay and Ron Radelet are taking it easy this Holiday as Ron underwent triple bypass surgery this past November. Thankfully he is healing beautifully and Marcia Kay has to work at holding him down. Orthopaedic and Spine Care PHYSICAL THERAPY Cindy Shaw, PT, OCS We’ve had a good year in 2013 and we are looking forward to a great 2014. 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