Sawdust Art & Craft Festival

Winter Fantasy

Winter Fantasy is a one-of-a-kind holiday art festival that offers a festive shopping experience. Visitors are invited to peruse unique, handcrafted gifts of art from 168 local and international artists and makers. Open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from November 17th until December 17th, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Opening Day began with the annual tree-lighting ceremony and special holiday performances, followed by an observance honoring 18 community trees, decorated by local community groups and non-profits. Laguna Beach residents receive free admission every Friday, between 10am and 7pm, with a valid ID. Special promotions also include OC Resident Nights and Free County Days, on designated Fridays throughout the festival season.

Winter Fantasy delivers a festive entertainment schedule every day of the show! Three stages showcase live music by local musicians and community performances, and additional entertainment includes complimentary photos with Santa daily, marionette puppet shows, glassblowing, balloon artistry, magic acts and much more!

Three demo booths offer free hands-on festival art classes each day. Studio One and the Children’s Art Spot features painting, mixed media, and crafts for all ages, while the Ceramic Center provides a complimentary pottery wheel and hand-building experience.

Winter Fantasy boasts six outdoor food concessions serving up a variety of Mediterranean, Mexican, American/Deli, vegan and vegetarian fare. A coffee shop and saloon provide a satisfying array of hot and cold beverages.

Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors (65+), $5 for children (6–12) and $20 for a Season Pass. Veterans and children, ages 5 and under, enter free of charge. Advance tickets may be purchased online at SawdustArtFestival.org or in-person at the Box Office.

WINTER FANTASY
935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach
949.494.3030 • SawdustArtFestival.org 

MemorialCare

Women’s Health Pavilion

Situated in Laguna Hills, the cutting-edge center stands as Southern California’s largest breast care facility, providing a range of specialized health services and programs tailored to women’s needs.

The Sarah & Taylor Nederlander Breast Center, located within the newly established MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Women’s Health Pavilion, offers a unified approach to care, encompassing breast cancer screening services, dedicated specialists, and treatments, all housed in one facility. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, the new Breast Center enables precise detection and diagnosis of breast cancer, including 3D tomosynthesis digital mammography, dedicated breast MRI, cryoablation for early stage and benign tumors, DEXA bone-density testing, ultrasound-guided breast biopsies, and breast ultrasound. A team of highly knowledgeable Breast Care Navigators guides and supports women throughout their breast care journey at the Sarah & Taylor Nederlander Breast Center.

They assist patients and families in comprehending diagnoses, discussing treatment options, addressing insurance inquiries, coordinating care with medical professionals, and offering educational resources.

The Women’s Health Pavilion and the opening of the new Breast Center meets the growing needs of the community, and it was designed based on those needs, to provide convenient access to exceptional breast care and a full range of women’s health services with an elevated patient experience.

“The new Sarah & Taylor Nederlander Breast Center gives women access to a multidisciplinary team of fellowship trained dedicated breast radiologists, oncologists and surgeons whose sole focus is breast care,” says Gary Levine, M.D., medical director, MemorialCare Breast Centers. “Each patient is connected with a breast center navigator to help them understand their diagnosis, weigh treatment options, provide education and resources, and coordinate their care with physicians and specialists.”

The Women’s Health Pavilion offers a comprehensive suite of services under one ultramodern roof, including expert breast care, gynecologic services, patient navigation, and oncology care. The newly built three story, 40,000-square-foot medical facility is revolutionizing women’s healthcare, addressing women’s needs throughout every stage of life.

The Women’s Health Pavilion will also house OB GYNs and surgical oncologists specializing in gynecological cancers, along with specialized programs catering to women’s health, including pelvic health, osteoporosis, and survivorship. It will also feature a Community Education Center and support services for mental wellness.

Empowering women with tailored tools for their unique needs, the Women’s Health Pavilion at Saddleback Medical Center is dedicated to helping women lead healthy, fulfilling lives. The Breast Center is currently open and accepting appointments, as well as new patients.

Want to learn more about the other programs and services at the Sarah & Taylor Nederlander Breast Center and Women’s Health Pavilion? Please visit memorialcare.org/womenshealth or call 949-452-7200.

MEMORIALCARE WOMEN’S HEALTH PAVILION
Sarah & Taylor Nederlander Breast Center
24401 Health Center Drive, Laguna Hills
949.452.7200
MemorialCare.org/womenshealth

46th Annual Dana Point Turkey Trot

The 46th Annual Dana Point Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving Day tradition, attracting thousands of runners, volunteers, and spectators to this charming, coastal city. Produced by the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, this event includes scenic 5K and 10K courses, and a Kid’s 1-mile Gobble Wobble fun run. Ambitious runners can register for both (5K and 10K races) to complete a 15K. The Dana Point Turkey Trot attracts world class competitors to recreational runners and walkers of all ages and is a perfect family-friendly event to kickoff the holiday season. Run the race before you stuff your face!

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the Dana Point Turkey Trot benefits two local nonprofit organizations, the Dolphin Foundation at Dana Hills High School and the Pet Project Foundation. A portion of each runner’s registration fee goes towards each cause. The Dana Point Turkey Trot has donated over a half a million dollars since its inception!

The Dolphin Foundation at Dana Hills High School has been making a remarkable impact since its formation in 1995. The foundation’s primary objective is to support and enhance the educational experience for all students and staff.

The Pet Project Foundation is a rescue partner for the San Clemente-Dana Point Animal Shelter providing pro-humane care to lost and abandoned animals through compassion, responsibility, education and service.

The Dana Point Turkey Trot encourages costumes, including a contest with prizes. While you may not be the fastest runner, you could win Best Adult Costume, Best Child’s Costume, or Best Group Costume. Pick up your race packet in advance at the two day Vendor Expo featuring a wide variety of local and national vendors.

Register online at TurkeyTrot.com. Use promo code: TURKEYDISH by November 19 and save on registration. For event details, registration, and volunteer opportunities, visit TurkeyTrot.com.

FTC Kitchen

Healthcare Catering Service

RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

On the road to recovery in America, over 23 million people are working to overcome addiction and live a clean and sober life. Many live in recovery homes operated by families or tiny organizations that ensure their residents have what they need to be healthy and safe. Ask any group home administrator what their biggest challenge is, and they’re likely to say supplying their residents with nutritious and affordable meals is a top concern.

Food packaging experts Mary and Bruce Carter saw this first-hand when they helped a friend’s catering business deliver a pack of meals to a sober living home in 2008. The humbling experience inspired them to create FTC Kitchen that day. Now, they’re the top provider of healthy meals to hundreds of sober living, elderly care, and treatment facility residents in Orange, Los Angeles, and San Diego counties. Every day of the week, they make, package, and deliver over 950 meals to treatment centers and up to 2,700 meals for the medical industry — a remarkable achievement for a family-run business based in San Juan Capistrano.

FTC Kitchen’s success is a testament to their tightly-knit and highly efficient team, honed over 17 years of dedicated service. What sets them apart is their in-house nutritionist who designs a diverse menu to cater to every taste and dietary need. Whether it’s low-sugar, low-sodium, gluten- free, vegan, keto, vegetarian, pescatarian, or allergen-free meals without eggs, milk, or soy, FTC Kitchen offers a range of options. Each dish is meticulously prepared for nourishment and healing, and a special touch like a vibrant mango sauce adds a culinary flair. While some residents favor dishes like ribs and jambalaya, FTC Kitchen ensures there’s something to delight every palate. What’s even more impressive is their offer to bring your first delectable, nutritious, and satisfying lunch to your facility or office, completely free of charge. According to Mary, “Everything is delicious, and we’re happy to bring it to any facility or office who wants to try it.”

Customers who have worked with FTC Kitchen for years say it’s not just the food that makes the service a winner; it’s also the staff. Those who call and schedule a free catered lunch for their residents will get to meet and interact with one of the service’s polite, punctual, and always professional delivery drivers. Since these dedicated drivers are the ones who see customers and facility employees daily, they’re an important ingredient in FTC Kitchen’s success.

Demand has been so strong that Mary and Bruce decided to franchise their business in 2022. Since then, the FTC Kitchen franchise numbers have skyrocketed from four to 29 in places as far as Arizona, Texas, Georgia, and Massachusetts. And while there is no shortage of franchise opportunities in food service, there’s nothing quite like FTC Kitchen, whose catering model serves a narrow but growing part of the population. It’s also an opportunity to help people and do good while making an impressive return on an investment. “The demand is everywhere, and we want people to be a part of this!” Mary says.

Lastly, there’s a new way that anyone can support FTC Kitchen, even if you can’t buy the food or invest in a franchise. Mary created the nonprofit FTC Mission with a goal to feed 1,000 people a full, multi-course meal on Thanksgiving Day. It’s donation-supported and an excellent way to support a great cause.

“Everything we do comes from a place of love and compassion,” Mary says. “These clients need a chance to change the course of their lives in all manners available to them, including the food they eat.”

FTC Kitchen’s extraordinary journey from four franchises to 29 in just one year is a testament to the demand for healthy, convenient catering. As the company grows, it’s poised to change the lives of many living in recovery centers. Whether you’re looking for a convenient meal delivery service or an opportunity to join the FTC Kitchen franchise family, this company is undoubtedly one to consider.

FTC Kitchen
31214 Paseo Adelanto #6
San Juan Capistrano
949.374.6190
FTCKitchen.com

Top Docs 2023

Advanced Dermatology*

Capistrano Children’s Dentistry

Cold Rush Wellness

DermFx

Dr. Nhu Q. Tran Pediatric Dentistry

Elite Vein Institute

Frank Mogavero, DDS

Monarch Veterinary Hospital

Newport Beach Dermatology and Plastic Surgery

Pacific Coast Podiatry

R. Tyler Johnson Chiropractic

Riviera Laser Studios

San Clemente Oral & Facial Surgery

San Clemente Smiles

Sea View Pharmacy

Sendero Dental

South Coast Plastic Surgery

Trestles Chiropractic

The 9th Annual Shopping Extravaganza

Outlets at San Clemente on Saturday, October 14th

Outlets at San Clemente, OC’s premier outlet shopping destination, invites friends and families for a day of fun, shopping and fundraising at the center’s 9th Annual Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday, October 14.

For many organizations, Shopping Extravaganza is the largest single fundraising event of the year. The day of fun-filled shopping includes access to exclusive deals on top of Outlets at San Clemente’s daily savings of 30-70% off. From 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., event attendees can enjoy:

• Exclusive discounts from Outlets at San Clemente fashion brands
• Private catered lunch by Ruby’s Diner
• Live entertainment
• Complimentary wine tasting for guests aged 21+
• An opportunity to win up to $40,000 in prizes including gift cards to Converse, Tommy Hilfiger, GUESS, Levi’s, Le Creuset, and more!

Tickets are $40 per person and can be purchased online at https://www.outletsatsanclemente.com/shoppingextravaganza. Select a charity to support from the dropdown menu when purchasing as Outlets at San Clemente donates two-thirds of proceeds directly to the purchaser’s charity of choice. Tickets and a full list of participating organizations can be found on our website.

PierPride’s Pier Jump and 95th Pier Birthday Party

Help Preserve the San Clemente Pier

PierPride is dedicated to helping preserve the historic San Clemente Pier, the heart of the city since 1928. With two special events scheduled October 7 and 19, help support the maintenance and improvement of this treasured landmark.

Twelve lucky jumpers on October 7, 2023 will participate in a Marine-safety supervised Pier Jump. The event will begin at 10 a.m. Locals can be a pier jumper with a donation of $1,000. The minimum age to jump is 12 years old. 100% of funds go to preserve the Pier. Pier jumps are generously sponsored by San Clemente Life Guards. Contact Eileen Kawas today at 310.739.3617 to reserve your spot.

On Thursday, October 19, PierPride will also be hosting a 95th Birthday Party for the Pier at the Ole Hansen Beach Club. Light the future of the Pier by supporting this special evening. Attendees will enjoy cocktails, appetizers, live music, dinner and a unique San Clemente auction. Limited sponsorships are still available starting at $1,000 and individual dinner tickets are $250. Sponsorship donations are used to preserve the Pier for future generations.

PierPride is a non-profit organization dedicated to working in partnership with the city and community stakeholders to fill the gaps between city funds and the Pier’s needs in order to restore the Pier to the best version of its historic self. Their goal over the next couple of years is to raise sufficient funds for an endowment that will ensure preservation of this unique San Clemente experience long into the future. PierPride is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. EIN #32-0515984

Advanced Dermatology*

GENERAL • COSMETIC • SURGICAL

Where do doctors and their families in South Orange County go when they need dermatological and cosmetic care?
They choose Advanced Dermatology at Dana Point (the one and only location) Why?

Experience
The doctors are board certified dermatologists who have been delivering care to South Orange County residents for more than 15 years. With a combined 55+ years of clinical experience in dermatology and cosmetic care, the doctors have set a standard for exceptional service and their practice havet been regarded as the premier dermatology center in the area.

Team-Based Management
The team of dermatologists believe in a collaborative approach to your care. They draw from each others expertise to diagnose difficult cases, craft custom treatment plans, and provide the highest level of care as a team.

Comprehensive Care
The office provides expert dermatologic care in all aspects of skin, hair and nail treatments for patients of all ages.

Cutting Edge Technologies
Advanced Dermatology incorporates the latest advancements in medical, surgical and aesthetic/cosmetic breakthroughs in its daily practice. The office has the most state-ofthe- art and cutting edge methods to provide personalized treatment options for skin cancers as well as the most dramatic cosmetic and body sculpting results with the least risk and little down time. Superficial Precision Radiation, CoolSculpting, EM sculpt NEO, Threadlifts, Mohs Surgery. You may not know what they are, but Advanced Dermatology has them and are experts in wielding these technological wonders.

Friendly Staff & Convenient Location
You will find the staff to be friendly, compassionate and helpful. Everyone believes the mission of delivering exceptional medical and cosmetic dermatologic care in a caring and compassionate manner. The spacious office is located on Pacific Coast Highway, complete with easy access and ample parking. Receptionists answer phone calls and provide 24-hour emergency access to your dermatologist.

Call Advanced Dermatology for all your dermatology needs!

Advanced Dermatology*
34213 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Dana Point
949.248.4547
DermSC.com

Capistrano Children’s Dentistry

DR. MANDI WILSON

Capistrano Children’s Dentistry (CCD) offers advanced care to keep your family’s smiles looking their best! The practice has been providing exceptional dental care to families in and around San Juan Capistrano for over 20 years. Led by Dr. Mandi Wilson, CCD is proud to be a one-stop shop for oral care for your entire family.

The doctors at CCD offer pediatric and infant dentistry, orthodontics for all ages, general and cosmetic dentistry for adults, all within a welcoming, family-oriented environment. As a patient-centered office, their specialized doctors and team focus on building trust in their open communication, involving patients in all aspects of care. Dr. Wilson is quick to point out, “This is your smile and you’re in charge!”

Originally from Texas, Dr. Wilson pursued her dental education at Baylor University and completed her residency at USC.

Her friendly Southern demeanor perfectly complements her dedication to pediatric dentistry. In addition to routine dental services like exams, cleanings, and fillings, Dr. Wilson personally attends to pediatric dental emergencies. She strives to create positive and enjoyable dental experiences, instilling a lifelong enthusiasm for oral health in children.

CCD believes that a child’s initial visit to the dentist should be a delightful experience. Children aren’t inherently afraid of the dentist; often, it’s the fear of the unknown. The practice takes special care to use comforting, non-intimidating language to explain each procedure. Their mission is to ensure that both patients and parents feel at ease right from their arrival at the office. Dr. Wilson and her team firmly believe that the more you and your child understand about the first dental appointment, the more comfortable everyone will feel. They prioritize comfort by providing supportive treatment chairs and offering sedation options to ensure a positive experience.

CCD extends a warm welcome to new patients, inviting them to reach out and schedule an appointment. As a token of appreciation, the practice offers all new patients a complimentary orthodontic consultation. Your family’s dental health is in good hands at Capistrano Children’s Dentistry.

Capistrano Children’s Dentistry
31163 Rancho Viejo Road, Ste. D5
San Juan Capistrano in Marbella Plaza
949.661.3380
CapistranoChildrensDentistry.com

Cold Rush Wellness

SCOTT YOUNG, D.C.

Dr. Scott Young is a Gonstead-skilled chiropractor and, together with his talented assistant, Demi, is ready to help patients with cutting-edge treatments. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Young utilizes his vast knowledge of chiropractic and applied kinesiology to help patients achieve optimal health. Dr. Young has also added percussion massage to his repertoire of effective care. Just in time for the opening of youth sports, this treatment utilizes high frequency vibration which is excellent for treating sports injuries.

Cold Rush Wellness’s percussion therapy uses the Pro Muscle Release 1000 from Modus Therapeutics. It is a hydraulic-powered, therapeutic modality that precisely administers the benefits of percussion therapy. This patented technology delivers rapid, mechanical percussions that penetrate multiple muscle layers, thereby promoting improved blood flow, accelerating recovery, and bringing muscle pain relief. Percussion therapy provides the following benefits:

• Break-up of adhesions and internal scar tissue
• Improvement of venous circulation and lymphatic drainage
• Restoration of elasticity and length to muscle fibers
• Relaxation of thickened connective tissue
• Enhancement in range of movement by relieving joint stiffness
• Break-up of lactic acid

Our other effective treatment, cryotherapy (scientifically called Cryo Stimulation) has been applied as a medical application for muscle pain treatment, including:

• Delayed-Onset Muscle Pain and Soreness
• Muscle Strain and Muscle Spasm
• Post Surgical Recovery
• Joint Sprains
• Shoulder Impingement
• Sciatica
• Tendonitis/Tendinitis
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Bursitis
• Bulging and/or Herniated Disc
• TMJ Syndrome

Cold Rush Wellness’s other treatments include: Whole Body Cryotherapy, Local Cryotherapy, CryoFacials, Chiropractic Care, percussion massage and AlphaSwitch Metabolic Training. If you feel that you, or someone you know, can directly benefit from the health services this treatment program provides, give Cold Rush Wellness a call and make the transformative appointment today.

Cold Rush Wellness
30251 Golden Lantern, Ste. B
Laguna Niguel
949.281.6853
ColdRushWellness.com