Have you ever wanted a View Home?

THIS HOME HAS THEM ALL:

Fantastic Sunsets! Catalina Island! Dana Point Harbor! Coastline! Hills to Saddleback! City Lights!

This 3 bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom single story home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac on the Hill in San Clemente. This home is offered at $1,195,000. For more information or to view this home contact: Bob Hesse: 949.370.3741 bob@bobhesse.com or http://www.bobhesse.com/ .

2ND ANNUAL DANA POINT GRAND PRIX

The 2nd Annual Dana Point Grand Prix of Cycling is on Sunday June 1, 2008.

For 2008, a newly revised and upgraded .8 mile L-shape 6 turn course will be utilized to facilitate true Championship style criterium racing action allowing participants to compete at their top-level best. The course begins in Heritage Park overlooking the beautiful Dana Point Harbor and follows through the adjoining residential community on safe, smooth streets. Athletes then proceed onto a straight, long and fast downtown stretch on Del Prado Ave (Hwy 101) with the final turn onto Old Golden Lantern, finishing towards Heritage Park and a wide open 200 meter final sprint.

There are 17 races, starting at 7am

EVERYONE HAS TO COME FROM SOMEWHERE...

but who knew, "Hurley" from Lost came from San Clemente! Thanks for the great article SC Times. Jorge Garcia graduated from San Clemente High School in 1991 and according to the article was the first actor cast for Lost.

If you haven't latched on to Lost yet, the two hour season finally is tonight at 9pm on ABC. If you get hooked like so many other have you can catch up on ABC.tv or if you have Cox cable TV, you can watch it on On Demand MyPrimetime.

GOT SUNSCREEN?

Local artist Drew Brophy has teamed up with Tank Farm Mfg to produce Solar Prescription sunscreen. It provides a broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection in a non-greasy, Paba free, water resistant formula, infused with vitamins, antioxidants, and plant extracts. Moreover, Solar Prescription utilizes a revolutionary, FDA approved, Airless Pump that ensures mess free storage and application.

Available in 3 choices of SPF, each with its own unique Drew Brophy art. For more information, contact Tank Farm MFG at 949-596-0080 or go to Solar Prescription Website or DrewBrophy.com. To place an order, go to http://www.drewbrophy.com/solarscreen.htm

SAN CLEMENTE CAR SHOW

The Downtown Business Association is proud to present the 13th Annual San Clemente Car Show on Avenida Del Mar. This event takes place Sunday June 8th from 10am to 3pm. Admission is free. This is a great family event with live entertainment, food and vendors.

Courtesy shuttle service is available from San Clemente High School Parking lot.

For more information call 949-498-4538

HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY

IT'S THE WEEKEND

Memorial Day is a patriotic holiday. It is a celebration of remembrance for the brave service of men and women who gave their lives for their country.

It is also a weekend full of things to do. Here's a day by day activity list for those is South OC:

Friday (tonight) - 17th Annual Grunion run at the shores of Doheny State Beach at 9pm
Saturday - Polynesian Festival and Luau Feast at the SC Community Center from 10am - 10pm
Sunday - Farmers Market on Ave Del Mar 9am - 1pm
Monday - Remembrance Program at the SC Community Center from 11am - noon and Patriotic Music Fest at Park Semper Fi from 1:30 - 2:30pm

Not what you are looking for? Check out San Clemente Times for more information

CHARITY'S BEST GOLF TOURNAMENT

The 25th Annual Charity's Best Golf Tournament is Friday June 6 at San Juan Hills Golf Club. Registration begins at 9:30 am. Only 144 golfers will be guaranteed. Contact Becky Lehman to reserve your space. 949-395-3305.

All sign ups include admittance for one person to El Adobe for dinner, live music and dancing, with the opportunity to participate in the Silent and Live auctions and raffles. Dinner is served from 6-8pm.

Proceeds go to Richard Henry Dana School for Children with Exceptional Needs and other worthwhile local charitable causes.

MARBLEHEAD COASTAL UPDATE

Residents of San Clemente that oppose the signs approved by City Council went to court this past Friday. A group called San Clemente Citizens for Integrity in Development say the Marblehead Coastal Outlet Center signs don't follow state and city codes as they were approved.

SunCal says they have been working on the bridge since the concrete pour on March 18. Crews have also been pulling weeds and they anticipate resuming street work this month in accordance with a schedule that was discussed with the city. They say they are still dedicated to this project.

City officials say SunCal has not been keeping up with the schedule they provided to the city. The City Council will consider legal options at next Tuesday's City Council closed session.

HOME SALES REBOUND

In April, 2,166 homes sold in Orange County - the first time the number has climbed over 2,000 since last August. Buyers snatched up homes in the under $500,000 price range, bringing the median sales price to $500,000, the lowest median in 4 years.

Market time also slid to 5.82 months, meaning it would take that long for shoppers at the current rate to purchase all of the existing inventory. Last year, it was 8.0 months.

Another record was set in April - lenders foreclosed on 898 homes and condos in Orange County, the highest monthly total since DataQuick started tracking foreclosures.

HIT THE BEACH THIS WEEKEND

It's going to be beautiful this weekend. Are you looking for something to do?

See the Nine-Time Grammy winner Bonnie Raitt at the Annual Doheny Blues Festival is this weekend at the Doheny State Beach in Dana Point. Tickets are $45 per day or $75 for a 2 day pass. Go to omegaevents.com for more information

Charity's Best Presents the 14th Annual Swallows Inn Regional Chili Cookoff will be held Saturday May 17th at high noon (sanctioned by the International Chili Society). This event is fun for all with Chili contest and tasting, dancing, raffles, food, vendors, live bands and fun contests. Located at Swallows Inn Regional at 31786 Camino Capistrano in San Juan Capistrano.

GROUPS FACE OFF OVER NORTH BEACH PLAN

Both supporters and anti-development foes have mobilized over the last couple weeks in response to the LAB's proposal for The North Beach Project, a commercial and cultural village proposed for city-owned land where a parking lot currently sits.

As the project begins the Environment Impact Report process with the City, both groups are putting out their message to neighbors and residents. A traffic and parking study is due out this summer and will have a large impact on all the projects currently proposed for the North Beach area.

Supporters, called Pro North Beach, are being led by John Dorey. He claims that this is a chance to create a Gateway into San Clemente and futher change in a neighborhood that is run down and tired. Charles Mann, who helped spearhead the No on Measure C group, is taking a leadership role in the anti-development group who fear density and parking issues and would prefer to see a park on the proposed LAB development site.

ATTENTION YOUNG SOCCER HOPEFULS

Registration for the Fall 2008 AYSO Soccer Season is this Saturday, May 17th, noon to 6pm at San Clemente High School.

Preregistration can be done online at eayso.org, forms or for more information, visit their website.

ANOTHER SAN CLEMENTE SMOKING BAN?

Tonight, San Clemente's parks commissioners will meet to discuss the idea of banning smoking from San Clemente's public parks and trails. The meeting is open to the public.

Smoking already is banned on city beaches, on the Municipal Pier, in coastal canyons and in specified inland canyons. Last month the City Council suggested the possibility of extending the ban to the San Clemente Coastal Trail, which borders the beach, and several coastal canyons. The city parks commissioners suggested including all public trails in town and all city parks. The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider forwarding recommendations to the City Council, which has final say.

The meeting is at 7 p.m. tonight in the Community Center, Avenida Del Mar at Calle Seville.

HUNTINGTON BEACH VACATION HOME

This Huntington Beach condo is just a short walk to all the beach has to offer. The well maintained grounds of this complex invite you in with its lush tropical landscape. Your second floor condo is light, bright and open with a wrap around balcony.

Bring the family to the sparkling community pool and spa and enjoy a BBQ lunch poolside.

This great 2 bedroom condo has just been listed and is being offered at $498,000. For more information, call Bob Hesse at 949.276.8000

HOMES SALES ARE UP

Once again numbers show home sales are on the rise. Buyers who were on the fence feel they can now afford to buy a home. Last week there were over 2,500 homes and condos in escrow in Orange County. That number is close to the same number we saw in April 2006.

Inventory is down. Currently there is about a 6 month supply of properties with those under $500,000 account for almost of the homes currently for sale.

NORTH BEACH REVITALIZATION UPDATE

The Lab Holding, LLC will be holding a meeting at the San Clemente Community Center, Ole Hanson Room, today Thursday, May 8 at 7:00pm to discuss their North Beach Project.

The Community Center is located at 100 Calle Seville

TIRED OF STREET SWEEPING TICKETS?

Do you continuously get the street sweeping day wrong? Or simply forget? The city of San Clemente has a reminder service.

Called San Clemente Alerts, this free subscription service sends reminders by telephone, fax or email once you sign up. To subscribe Click Here!

FREE NIGHT AT THE MOVIES

Saddleback Memorial Medical Center is hosting a FREE Ladies Night Out at the Krikorian Movie Theater this Thursday May 29th from 6-8:30pm.

Enjoy the fun chick flick "Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day", starring Frances McDormand and Amy Adams, complimentary refreshments and raffle prizes.

Call the Saddleback Health Information center for tickets at 949.452.7255

MOTHERS DAY FLOWERS

Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 11th.

If you plan to stop by Aloha Flowers on your way to mom's house, you should know Aloha Flowers has moved. On May 1st, they moved to 915A Calle Amanacer. The phone numer (949) 429-3900 is the same.

Call ahead to order your flowers.

JUST LISTED - PANORAMIC VIEW HOME

Panoramic, unobstructed ocean views adorn this beautiful hill top home in San Clemente. Bask in the sun during the day while watching the ocean glisten, entertain on the patio in the evenings with the city lights view. Windowed doors and full length windows offer ample natural lighting and sit-down views.

Relax in the steam shower after a long day at the beach. Cool winter days are warmed by the custom flagstone fireplace in the living room. Natural stone enhances the remodeled bathrooms and kitchen. The crown molding throughout is prominent against the warm colors and custom paint.

This striking home has just become available today. To be one of the first to view this scenic home, please contact Bob Hesse at 949.276.8000. Offers around $1,195,000 will be entertained. Property owner has a CA RE license.

CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA

San Clemente residents will once again celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Max Berg Park; located between Avenida Aragon and Avenida Del Poniente at Calle Puente.

This will be fun for the entire family with childrens games, live bands, Mariachis and authentic Mexican food.

The event will be on Sábado el Tres de Mayo (Saturday, May 3)