When you read this November issue of the Seashore News, you probably have already accomplished what you learned during our October meeting, where Rex Yarwood, General Manager from Dana Point Nursery, spoke on the topic, “October is for Planting.” I know I have. I planted a Mint Julip while sipping a Tulip. I know, I know—but every gardener … [Read more...]
THE REALLY SERIOUS BOOK CLUB – The Spy and the Traitor by Ben Macintypre
November 1, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Really Serious Book Club met at the home of Norton Schwartz and discussed the world of spies and conflicting national agendas in the context of the greatest secret agent for the British as recorded in The Spy and the Traitor by Ben Macintyre. Real life, in this case the stories of Oleg Gordievsky and Aldrich Ames, matched the fictional … [Read more...]
Page Turners – Beartown by Frederick Backman
November 1, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Page Turners’ November book is Beartown by Frederick Backman. Backman will be familiar to many as the author of his highly successful earlier novel, A Man Called Ove. Beartown, according to the publisher, is “a dazzling, profound novel about a small town with a big dream—and the price required to make it come true.” Publishers Weekly states, “It’s … [Read more...]
Men’s Club Oktoberfest 2019: Photo Gallery
October 10, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Courtesy of Gary Tinnes and Sandy Homicz … [Read more...]
Women’s Club Luncheon: October 10, 2019 at 12:00 noon in the Clubhouse
September 30, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Women’s Club continues to take advantage of the pleasant early autumn weather with our Outside Activities. In September, we walked along Crystal Cove Beach and viewed its charming historical cottages. Lunch at the Beachcomber Cafe provided a pleasing place to eat with a magnificent view and delicious entrees. This month, our ladies will tour … [Read more...]
Really Serious Book Club: October 2019 News
September 30, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Really Serious Book Club met at the home of Mike Harrod and reviewed The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks. History and geology of the variety strata revealed in the analysis of rock formations, the ages of humans and dinosaurs, the shifting of earth plates leading to earthquakes, and the stability of civilization in our lifetime were subjects … [Read more...]
Page Turners: October 2019 News
September 30, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Both Page Turners groups are back to their season of afternoon discussion meetings, held on the fourth Monday and fourth Thursday of each month. Our October selection is A Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne. Boyne is an Irish author who has written a number of adult and young adult novels. He is best known for his young adult novel The Boy in … [Read more...]
Men’s Club: October 2019
September 30, 2019 by Leave a Comment
OktoberfestThe community is invited to the Oktoberfest on Monday, October 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $10, available from Eric Eckes at eecks@cox.net. Authentic German food, beverages, and live music.Notes on Our SpeakersAt our September 3 meeting we heard from former Dana Point Mayor andnow Chairman of the OC Board of Supervisors and District 5 … [Read more...]
Garden Club: October 2019 News
September 30, 2019 by Leave a Comment
On a bright and sunny day, September 16, the Garden Club started the new club year with a bright and bee-ze meeting.Those that attended were treated to a fascinating presentation by MacKenzie Hintz on the history and culture of honeybees.Here are some interesting facts: Honeybees are not native to America. They have been brought here from around … [Read more...]
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