Grom of the Week: Ryder Fish
By Andrea Swayne Ryder Fish, 10, moved from Laguna to San Clemente a little over a year ago and loves it. “Everyone here is so nice and the surf is really good—there are some really good spots,” Ryder said. “It’s great that there’s a skatepark here too and all the people here are really cool … //read the full article
Obituary: Melinda Diane Thomas
Melinda Diane Thomas, 60, of San Clemente, CA. passed away peacefully with her beloved son at her side and surrounded by family. A native Californian, she is remembered for her generous spirit, love of family and devotion to her Christian faith. Melinda is survived by her son, Martin Patrick Ryan, brother Martin, sisters Michelle, Melanie, … //read the full article
Surfing Santas Benefit Autism at Salt Creek Beach
The Ritz-Carlton and Surfers Healing fifth annual contest a success By Andrea Swayne With Christmas tunes playing in the background and heat after heat of talented surfers dressed as Santas or elves battling it out in the lineup, the fifth annual Surfing Santa Competition—the surf contest portion of the Ritz-Carlton’s annual fundraising effort to … //read the full article
Business Beat: Tiny Turnip
New Location Tiny Turnip 420 N. El Camino Real 949.218.2226 www.tinyturnip.com Compiled by Eric Heinz For more than a decade, Rachel Luzi made matching family clothing selling it by word of mouth. Now, she is preparing to host a grand opening for her first permanent store location. “It was just a hobby job and referral-based, … //read the full article
Business Beat: Slyde Handboards
New Location Slyde Handboards 1030 Calle Cordillera, Suite 104 650.307.5933 www.slydehandboards.com Compiled by Eric Heinz Angela Watts, co-owner of Slyde Handboards with her husband, Steve, have launched a new business site in San Clemente. Their product is a pair of handboards for hand surfing. “We originally are from Venice Beach, and my husband started this … //read the full article
