Sunset Beach Magazine Fall 2022

Sunset Beach Magazine Fall 2022 

New Restaurants 

2022 

Sunset Beach, CA 

Nashville, Tennessee 

Feature 

Real Estate Feature Legendary 

Don the Beachcomber Building 

for Sale 

Witches Gathering in Sunset Beach 

see picture on page 42 

Calvary Chapel of the Harbour 

Cover photo: “JB” Griffin 2022

Sunset Beach, CA photo “JB” Griffin 

SBM Publisher “JB” visits the 

Stagecoach Inn on the way to 

Borrego Springs, CA. We love old 

school diners and the history be 

hind them. Please send us your 

favorite Diners !

Sunset Beach Magazine 

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Fall 2022 

Welcome to the 2022 Fall issue of Sunset Beach 

Magazine. Our magazine is published by JBGmg 

based in Sunset Beach which also publishes gummy7 

Mag. Like our sister publication we spotlight and 

publish interesting content from anywhere across the 

globe and accept ads both in the USA and 

globally. We welcome your suggestions, photos, ads 

and editorial content for our online and print on 

demand magazine. Wishing everyone a great colorful 

Fall Season. Sea you in Sunset Beach and beyond. 

Sincerely, 

Fall Issue 2022 

Nashville Music City Feature .........................5 

Book Feature “57 jobs and Counting” ..................... 6 

Shape up with trimcards ..........................................7 

Sedona AZ Feature ........................19 

Don the Beachcomber Building For Sale .........20 

New Sign At Captain Jack’s ...........23 

“JB” James B. Griffin 

Founder / Publisher 

jbgriffin@jbgmg.com Brodie BFF 2006-2021 

BFF 

PS - Be sure to find the Brown Pelican on the post in 

this issue and tell us what page you found it on. 

photo JB Griffin, 

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For article submissions photos, please email 

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Did you know you can 

stay in this former 

Water Tower located in 

Surfside / Seal Beach 

California 

© All Rights Reserved . No part of this Magazine may be reproduced without 

the written consent of the Publisher. Disclaimer: Sunset Beach Magazine will 

not be held liable for any claims made against products or services provided by 

our advertisers. 

Sunset Beach Magazine Fall Issue 

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gummy7 global marketplace promotes interesting people, places and events from Antarctica to Zambia. 

gummy7 was founded by ”JB” Griffin who thought of the name gummy7 while on a business trip in Shanghai 

China at a International Travel Show in 2006. 

We welcome your stories, ads and photos or suggestions 

email gum@gummy7.com 

Check out Gum’s updates visit us online 24/7 

“Did you know that Sunset Beach was once the Location of the 

World Famous Sam’s Sea Food Restaurant and Hawaiian 

Village. “ 

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Nashville Tennessee- Music City Feature located just 2022 miles 

from Sunset Beach, Ca or 4-5 full days driving by Car 

Nashville, Tennessee is one of the fastest 

growing areas in the USA. Although I have 

never set foot in Nashville, TN, we are 

looking forward to visiting Nashville in 2022 

stay tuned for pictures and cool places to visit 

when in Nashville if you have any tips email 

jbgriffin@jbgmg.com 

https://thevalemagazine.com/2019/05/30/10-things-not-to-miss-in-nashville-tennessee/ 

Nashville Tennessee Feature courtesy of Wikipedia 

“Nashville is the capital city of the U.S. state of Tennessee and the seat of Davidson County. With a population of 689,447 at 

the 2020 U.S. census, Nashville is the most populous city in the state, 21st most-populous city in the U.S., and the fourth most populous 

city in the southeastern U.S. Located on the Cumberland River, the city is the center of the Nashville metropolitan area, which 

is one of the fastest growing in the nation. 

Named for Francis Nash, a general of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, the city was founded in 

1779. The city grew quickly due to its strategic location as a port on the Cumberland River and, in the 19th century, a railroad 

center. Nashville seceded with Tennessee during the American Civil War; in 1862 it was the first state capital in the Confederacy to 

be taken by Union forces. After the war, the city reclaimed its position and developed a manufacturing base. 

Nashville is a major center for the music industry, especially country music, Nashville is commonly known as “Music City”. It is 

home to three major professional sports teams, the Predators, Titans, and Nashville SC. Nashville is also home to numerous colleges 

and universities, including Tennessee State University, Vanderbilt University, Belmont University, Fisk University, Trevecca 

Nazarene University, and Lipscomb University. Nashville is sometimes referred to as “Athens of the South” due to the large 

number of educational institutions.The city is also a major center for the healthcare, publishing, banking, automotive, technology, and 

transportation industries.” 

https://www.visitmusiccity.com/things-to-do-in-nashville 



Sunset Beach Mag Book Feature 

Struggling with a Job / Career 

“JB” Griffin, publisher Sunset Beach 

Magazine and gummy7 Magazine 

is a resident of Sunset Beach and 

writer/publisher of 57 Jobs and 

Counting a career less traveled and 

guide to finding your passion 

To order a hard copy of the book 

email jbgriffin@jbgmg.com 


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“JB” SBM publisher at Knotts Berry Farm, Buena 

Park, CA . A must visit when in Southern California. 

Mitch and 

Midge Sunset 

Common Sense, Ideas, 

Recipes, Fun , Stuff 

and More from 

Antartica to Zambia 

............... 

Obey all posted warnings at 

the beach. The single best 

thing you can do to avoid ever 

seeing a shark is to simply pay 

attention to any and all safety 

information at the beach. Heed 

any posted signs and listen to 

the instructions of authority 

figures like lifeguards, beach 

patrol personnel, and park 

rangers. Be Safe ! 


Mitch & Midge highly suggest Captain Jack’s when 

in Sunset Beach, CA World Famous featuring Prime 

Rib, Crab Legs, top shelf libations and great service 

too since 1965. 


JB’s 1st gig was working at the Golden Arches - Pictured “JB” SBM publisher 

at McDonalds in Catania, Sicily in 2003 

We love all pets. Be nice to animals, look 

both ways before crossing the street and 

give thanks to the lord always ! - “Gum” 

Surf Legend - Dewey Weber 


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Did you know that 

Captain Jack’s is known 

worldwide for serving 

the World’s Best 

Seafood and has been a 

Sunset Beach Icon since 

1965... Visit Captain 

Jack’s and be sure to say 

Hi to bartender Brad... 

known to the locals 

as “the biggest crab in 

Sunset Beach” 

When in Sunset Beach after 

a day on the beach be sure to 

check out all the great 

courses within miles of 

Sunset Beach. 

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Rancho Manana Golf Club 

Cave Creek, AZ 

by Gum Gummy 

Arizona Golf Courses in Spring are some of 

the most scenic best courses to play on the 

planet. Having played many of the Arizona 

Courses over the years on our Annual visits i 

must say that the course at Rancho Manana 

is one of my favorites. The close although 

is plays only 5407 from the White Tees and 

6016 is a test for golfers if all levels. The 

views from the course are spectacular. The 

#1 Handicap Hole on the course Hole #4 is 

a hole that defines a tough hole in golf . you 

have to play it to feel it. After enjoying hopefully 

a great round of Golf another perk i love 

at rancho Manana is the 19th Hole for Lunch 

or Dinner that being the Tonto Bar and Grill 

Experience Rancho Mananaa ! 

Gum 

19th Hole Buffer and our pal Terry at the 

Tonto Grill at Rancho Manana 

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Gum& Buffer...... That’s Interesting . 


Gum and Buffer long time friends since their Little League playing days 

are always looking for interesting people, places and events to promote and visit from 

from Antarctica to Zambia. 

We all know by know the term its a small world becomes more true every day with the world wide web, you tube 

and social platforms where we can post as we wish and share our travels and events. Our mission is to continue to 

promote interesting people, places and events and we invite you visit our website /platform. 

Gum and Buffer 

Gum and Buffer explore Old 

Town, Scottsdale,AZ Spring 

2021 

photo - JB Griffin 



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Thats Interesting Feature - Wally Moon Former 

Major League Baseball Player Best Eyebrows ever. 

First saw Wally play the LA Memorial Coliseum in 

1961. He was famous for whose Moon Shoots over 

the short left field fence and his eyebrows. 

SBM publisher “JB” with with Dodger Legend 

Steve Garvey in 2014 

Sending our continued prayers and thoughts 

for peace in Ukraine and an end to the war. 

“JB” Griffin, Publisher 

Sunset Beach Magazine and gummy7 Magazine 



Sunset Beach Chil Cook off 2022 

Buffer and Gum visit the Former Harpoon Harry’s Sunset 

Beach CA 2010 located on the corner of PCH and 

Broadway in Sunset Beach, CA now Ohana’s Kitchen & 

Cocktails www.facebook.com/OhanaSunsetBeach 

Did you know according to Readers Digest 

people rarely used to smile in photos.. 


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“The Scooter as he was called the 

great Dick Bass” - Gum 

When In Sunset Beach be sure to 

check out the Yellow Home on the 

Greenbelt on Pacific Ave. Now thats 

a Beach House! 


Sedona, AZ pure Beauty 

By Gum Gummy 

Having been to Sedona 1st in 

he mid 1960s it was not the 

town I remembered from that 

1st visit 56 years later, Sedona 

is a must visit for all and the 

beauty of Sedona is pure as 

its gets. Posted a few of the 

pics we took on our visit for 

your enjoyment. A few of our 

picks when in Sedona. If your a 

golfer all the tracks in Sedona 

are great to play with amazing 

views . If your looking for a 

great breakfast we suggest HP 

Cafe American Bistro in uptown 

Sedona. For Dinner we 

recommend Sound Bites also 

in uptown Sedona and for 

a romantic getaway place to 

stay you will love L’Auberge on 

the Creek. A hike through Oak 

Creek Slide Rock State Park is a 

photgraphers paradise.. 

Old Pal Terry Mckenna and JB 

enjoying the beauty of Sedona, AZ 



Scenes of Sunset Beach and 

nearby Places 

Yes the Iconic former Sam’s 

Seafood and Don the Beachcomber 

Restaurant Building is For Sale. 

Sunset Beach Magazine contacted 

the owner and the owner advised the 

that the property is listed for sale by 

owner and they will review all offers. 

For more information contact Sunset 

Beach Local Real Estate 

Broker and SBM publisher 

“JB” Griffin @ 562.810.8881 DRE# 

01229433. 


Bill Anderson, Artist 

Be sure to visit Anderson Art Gallery Sunset Beach, CA 



So Cal Real Estate 

Call “Coby” Griffin 

562.618. 2732 

cobysellshomes@gmail.com 

BRE# 00611568 

Spring is a great time 

to Buy and Sell 

Call Coby ! 

New Listings Wanted Long Beach, Seal Beach, 

Sunset Beach, Surfside, Huntington Harbour, Huntington Beach 

........................................................................................................... 

“Coby” sells all of So Cal from “the ocean to the desert” 

Top 2% of all Realtors Nationwide 

... Native of So Cal & Sunset Beach Homewowner 

https://cobymyersgriffin.firstteam.com/ 

22 / SBM / 2018 Sunset Beach Magazine Fall Issue

Captain Jack’s in Sunset Beach has a new rooftop sign. 

Chef Jack Hernandez, who has been there over 52 years, 

said this is the third sign they have had in more than 57 

years at the Pacific Coast Highway & Broadway location. “I 

love the nostalgic look of the sign. It fits right in with the 

nautical theme established by Jack Haley,” said the Sunset 

Beach Resident. 

“The locals that come to our bar contribute the slogans 

that you see on the sign,” said Tim Haley, co-owner of 

Captain Jack’s. 

“The messages honor our guests birthdays, anniversaries, 

weddings and community announcements.” Their old sign 

honored Jack Haley Jr. and his 1996 Chicago Bulls basketball 

team that won the NBA Championship. 

Carolyn Faber of Long Beach recently had her birthday 

celebration on it. Kristi Faber Vento said her mom has been 

friends of the Haley’s since College and was so excited and 

surprised to read the congratulatory message. 

James Griffin, President of the Sunset Beach Business 

Association, said, “The new sign will definitely draw attention 

to attract clients as it really stands out and of course 

all the regulars who love Captain Jack’s are the best advertisement 

as they tell everyone about the popular 

restaurant.” 

Bill Anderson, of Anderson Art Gallery, next to the sign, 

said, “Captain Jack’s is a historic landmark in Sunset Beach 

as well as a highly recognized place to eat outstanding 

food. When people ask, where is your gallery? I say next to 

Captain Jack’s on PCH and they all know where that is. 

Jack Hernandez, 52-year chef of Captain 

Jack’s Restaurant in Sunset Beach, stands in 

front of the new business sign. 

Photo by Chris MacDonald 

Article courtesy of Chris McDonald 

https://captainjackssunsetbeach.com/ 

Billy Fuller of Beach Music, also a neighboring business, 

said, “I love the sign.and I especially like the way the sign 

designer attached the words separately from 

the background. I think it looks very sharp and makes the 

whole sign pop.” 

Mike Van Voorhis, Chairman of the Huntington Harbour 

Commission, said, “The new sign looks 

good. I always look forward to reading the messages. 

Sometimes they are funny, sometimes heart warming & 

sometimes simply clever. It’s rare that a restaurant is still 

going strong after 57 years of the same ownership. Captain 

Jack’s is one of our town’s treasures.”

Sunset Beach Local News Fall 2022 

Restaurant News 

•Taco Surf a local favorite in Surfside on PCH remains closed due to a fire No News on when they will reopen 

•Fish Camp closed and a New Restaurant will be coming soon stay tuned 

•Sunset Lounge Formerly Brix has Painted the Entire Building You cant miss it Bright Orange and Yellow some amazing 

•Mermaid Art on the Side of the Building 

•Captain Jack’s New Sign see article by Chris Mcdonald on page 23 on this Fall Issue of SBM 

•Beale’s Texas BBQ has moved into a bigger location at Peter’s Landing 

•Cliffdiver HB Opened at Peter’s Landing Summer 2022 

•Green Cheek Brewing Company is the newset Craft Beer / Restaurant which opened in late on 9/16/22 at the former 

Harry’s Grill Location 

Business News 

•Surf Liquor remains closed after being crashed into and destroyed by several cars in the Summer of 2022 

Check out the 2022 Sunset Beach Vistors Guide published by JBGMG 

https://jbgmg.com/experience-sunset-beach 

Check out the 2022 Sunset Beach Business Directory published by JBGMG 

https://jbgmg.com/sunset-beach-biz-news 

Thinking of Selling ? 

Call “JB” Griffin for a Free Market Analysis 

@ 562.810.8881 

Broker / Owner JBGmg 

BRE# 01229433 

Please call to schedule an appointment: 

jbgriffinsellshomes.com 

California Real Estate Broker 

Let us help you find your home .. 

JBGmg represents buyers 

and sellers 3.99% Full Service 

Listing fee call for details. We pay 50% 

to Brokers for Referrals. 

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Your Fall 2022 Sunset Beach Real Estate Report presented by “JB” James B. Griffin, Real Estate Broker/Owner of 

JBGMG DRE#01229433, Publisher of Sunset Beach Magazzine and Co-Founder of the SBBA (Sunset Beach 

Business Assocation) with Art Snyder former Owner of Don the Beachcomber 

Single Family Residence Current Active Listing (2) Average asking Price $10,875,000 

Townhouses Current Active Listings (3) Average asking price $1,814,333 

Commercial current Active Listings (1) Listed for $3,200,000 

If you are interested in buying or selling a Home in Sunset Beach or anywhere in So Cal or California 

call “JB” James B. Griffin, Real Estate Broker and Sunset Beach Local @ 562.810.8881 

email jbgriffin@jbgmg.com jbgriffinsellshomes.com 

“JB” Griffin is a Homeowner in 

Sunset Beach, CA since 2005 and 

has seen the appreciation of Home 

Prices and development of the 

Sunset Beach Area over the past 17 

years. 

Have a Real Estate Question ? 

Call “JB” 

New Listings Wanted !


Scenes around Sunset Photos by “JB” Griffin 




We Support the Police 110% Thank you for Keeping Sunset 

Beach Safe 



Where’s Kenny ? 

Scenes of Sunset Beach photos “JB” Griffin 




Griff’s Photo Vault 

Peters Landing Sunset Beach, CA 2022 


Sunset Beach Magazine Local 

JB Griffin is always looking for 

interesting people places and 

events to promote! 

If you wis to be featured in 

Sunset Beach Magazine Call 

“JB” @ 562.810.8881 

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Car Show Peters Landing 9/18/2022 








Sea you in Sunset Beach at the Chili Cook 

Off on 9/24/22 11am -5pm 

Sunset Beach T Shirts call 562.810.8881 

available from JBGmg Publisher of Sunset Beach Mag 



Sunset Beach Mag Publisher JB Griffin Loves the Bruins 

and works for UCLA part time in Game Management 

College Football has Started Yeah ! 

Another Beauty from the Car Show on 9/18 at 

Peters Landing 

Welcome to Sunset Beach Green Cheek Beer Company Opened 

September 2022 at the former Harry’s Grill Location 

40 / SBM / 2022 Sunset Beach Magazine Fall Issue 

We Love College Football

New Mural Painting in Sunset Beach at Sunset Lounge 

Sunset Beach Magazine Painting for Sale at Anderson’s Art Gallery 

in Sunset Beach offered at $99 mention SBM Orginally $300 



Witch Gathering In Sunset Beach .... 10/15/2022 photo JB Griffin wiith the Witches permission 


Photo: JB Griffin Juan Pollo Headqurters San Bernardino, CA 



Thanksgiving is 

coming soon 

- Photo “JB” Griffin 

Turkey at Morro Bay 

Indian Springs Vacation Home for Rent 

30 Day minimum rental 

located within the Indian 

Springs Golf and Country 

Club gated community in 

Indio, CA 

book on VRBO 

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Fall Weather is upon us getting dark early Sunset @ 6:32pm and Sunrise at 7:30am 

In Sunset Beach, CA with temps in the mid 60’s most morninsg with highs of 71 throughout the day.. 

Fall reflections 

---------------- 

Decisions. we all make them lots of them 100s a day probably. Here are a few 

1. What to Eat 

2. What to wear 

3. Who to call 

4. What Movie to see or TV show to watch 

5. Who to vote for in the elections 

6. Where to plan your next vacation 

7. What Home improvement project you want to start 

8. What gatherings to attend 

9. To shop in person or online 

10. To drive, take a Bus, Uber, Lyft ride a bike our walk 

Thank God we have all these Decisions to make living in the great USA where we are country of laws and are 

free to choose and make decisions. Quick contrast to the Wild Kingdom which we all know is survival of the fittest. Decisions made solely on 

survival. Eat or be eaten. React or it may be your last reaction to danger. God created all being and it is with great joy we can observe and 

enjoy the beauty of all of God’s creations 

Be thankful always for what we have and enjoy your days on the planet. I remember a book that was a best 

seller years ago titled swim with the sharks without being eaten alive. Written by Envelope Manufacturing Executive Harvey Mackay. It 

was a great read for any business person in 80’s. yes we do live in a cut throat world but we can all make a decision to not get caught up in 

the World. as Christians we are in the World but not of the world. Decide to accept the world as it is. As my Dad taught me two are certain 

“Death and Taxes” and the rest is what you make of it. Decide to put God first. It’s the only way to fly. The Lord will help you navigate the 

roadways in life and help us in our decisions we all make daily. Watch out for Skunks along the way ..lol 

“JB” Griffin, Founder 

Ocean Air Christian Fellowship, 

Sunset Beach Ca 

www.oceanairchristianfellowship.com 

Sea you in Sunset Beach 



Don Brown founder of Surfs Up Carpet Cleaning 

is the California Kid as Sunset Beach Magazine 

Publisher and long time friend “JB” Griffin calls 

Don. Don is proud Graduate of Long Beach 

Wilson HS and a former Bruin Water Polo Player. 

After High School Don attended Biola and 

traveled the World as a Professional Model. Today 

Don is at your service for Carpet & 

Upholstery Cleaning as the owner of Surfs Up 

Cleaning Services based in Lakewood, CA . 


Opening Soon in Sunset Beach at 

the Former Fish Camp Location 

It Pays to 

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Business in 





Sunset Beach News Clippings from Newspapers.com 



“Everything in Moderation 

almost Everything” - 

“JB” Griffin, Publisher 



Ocean Air Christian Fellowship was started in Sunset Beach, Ca in 

2020. Our mission is to help fulfill the great commission sharing 

the good news of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as our 

Lord and Saviour and help those looking for churches and 

Christian resources. 

Matthew 28:18-20 

18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 

19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the 

Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And 

surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” 



Sunset Beach Featured Artist 

Brian Griffin 

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