Sunset Beach Mag Summer 2024

Sunset Beach Magazine 

Summer 2024 

Morro Bay, CA Feature 

SBM Cover Photo: “JB” Griffin 

Sunset Island Home Pending Sale

Sunset Beach, CA photo “JB” Griffin 

Sunset Island Just Sold by JBGmg


Send us your articles, news, 

photos, ads 

78-365 Highway 111, #171 

La Quinta, CA 92253 

562.810.8881 

www.jbgmg.com 

Summer 2024 

Welcome to the 2024 Summer issue of 

Sunset Beach Magazine. Our magazine is published 

by JBGmg based in Indio, CA. 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 safe and fun 

Summer Season. 

Hope to Sea you in Indio, Sunset Beach and beyond. 

Sincerely, 

Summer Issue 2024 

Morro Bay Feature ...................5, 10-19 

Remembering Mike Ballew .....................24,25 

57 Jobs and Counting Book Feature ........................31 

trimcards Weight Management Feature .............32 

California Born Heaven bound 

JBGmg Christian Ministries ............57-61 

Scenes of Sunset & More ................63-95 

“JB” James B. Griffin 

Founder / Publisher 

jbgriffin@jbgmg.com 

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

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

Publisher: JB” James B. Griffin 

Photographer: “JB” Griffin 

Design: JBGmg 

Marketing / Advertising: “JB” James B. Griffin 

For article submissions photos, please email 


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 Summer Issue 

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

gummy7 was founded by ”JB” Griffin, Indiom CA 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 jbgriffin@jbgmg.com 

Gum’s Thoughts for the Day visit us online 24/7 @ www.jbgmg.com 

www.jbgmg.com 

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Morro Bay, CA 

Summer fun 

Cover Photo 

Sunset Beach Mag publisher and Chris 

Dorn Owner of Dorn’s Breakers Restaurant 

in Morro Bay. 

A Morro Bay Favorite Since 1942 

https://www.dornscafe.com/ 

Bummer the Skateboard Museum in Morro 

Bay has closed https://www.mbskate.com 



Just Sold 


www.JBGmg.com 

“JB” Griffin Sunset Island former homeowner and Publisher of Sunset 

Beach Magazine and Real Estate Broker has relocated to Indio,CA in 2024 

and will continue to publish Sunset Beach Magazine online 24/7. 

If you are thinking of moving to the Desert or looking for Second Home in 

the Desert to buy or lease please call JB@ 562.810.8881 or email 

jbgriffin@jbgmg.com. “JB” will continue to offer his RE Services from the 

“Ocean to the Desert” as Broker / Owner of JBGmg DRE# 01229433 




Romy 

adjusting to his 

new digs in Indio, 

CA 

Rescued from an 

Animal Shelter 

in December 2023 



If You Love Fish when in Morro Bay visit Giovanni’s 


When In Buelton stay at Pea Soup Anderson Inn. Sadly the famous Restaurant in Buelton has 

permenantly closed 

https://www.peasoupandersens.com/ 

The Restaurant 

https://www.peasoupandersens.net 



ABOUT PEA SOUP ANDERSEN’S 

Anton and Juliette Andersen opened a restaurant in 1924 called the Electrical Café in Buellton, CA. 

It was named for the brand new electric appliances found in the kitchen. Juliette brought with her 

from her native France a recipe for pea soup, and served it as a special one fateful day. It became 

such a hit with diners that it became a staple on the menu, and influenced a name change for the 

restaurant. Pea Soup Andersen’s was born. Over many years, whole generations have grown to 

love our “All Natural” Split Pea Soup. They have told friends/family who in turn have told more 

friends and family about our courteous service and value-minded home cooking. In the tradition of 

“Andersen’s Electric Cafe”, our restaurant has been a favorite of salesmen, tourists and truck drivers 

since 1924........Bummer the Restaurant has since closed. https://discoverbuellton.com/ 


Meanwhile Back in Sunset Beach 

Paulies Pizza Lunch Break with 

daughter Faren Griffin “Now thats 

Art” - Pizza Bread 



Meanwhile Back in Palm Springs where its 

103 today 


SBM Feature 

https://droversdoughnuts.com/about-us 



On your Way to Morro Bay be sure to Visit the 

Historic Union Hotel in Los Alamos 

https://1880union.com/history/ 

Article on Anderson Split Pea Souo Closing in Buelton after 99 years 

https://www.sunnews.org/iconic-famous-pea-soup-andersens-leaves-buellton-after-99-years-in-business/ 


They Need to make these rides 

bigger for Adults 

Inside the historic Union Hotel, 

Los Alamos CA 



Marilyn Gets arounds pictured 

at Morro Bay with Sunset 

Beach Mag publisher “JB” 

Griffin. 

https://roseslandingbarandgrill.com/ 


Golf Morro Bay a Bucket List Golf experience at Poor Man’s Pebble Beach 

https://golfmorrobay.com/ 

Meanwhile Back in Sunset Beach 

Shout out to Las Damas a volunteer 

woman’s non-profit organization that 

promotes the arts, philanthropy and 

education. Las Damas contributes 

100% of the profits from the Sunset 

Beach Art Festival to local public 

schools, local non-profit organizations 

and to continuing education grants for 

local residents. 

Great work! 

JB Griffin, Sunset Beach Magazine 



When in Sunset Beach, be sure to take a picture of the 

famous “Castle Home” on Broadway and Pacific Ave. 


No Visit to Sunset Beach is complete without dropping 

into Anderson Art Gallery to meet Local Artist 

Bill Anderson next door to Captain Jack’s on Broadway 

and PCH. Open Friday & Saturday 1:00pm - 9pm and 

Sunday 1pm -6pm 

https://www.facebook.com/billandersonart/ 



Sunset Beach 

Summer Scenes 


It Pays 

to advertise 

call 

562.810.8881 

email 




Remembering Sunset Beach Local Mike Ballew 

Article reprinted from The Levenworth Echo 

Wesley Micheal “Mike” Ballew, passed away early in the morning on October 22, 2023 after his battle to 

progressive supranuclear palsy (also referred to as PSP Parkinson’s). Mike left behind his daughter, Billie 

McGill and two beautiful granddaughters Lexie Trefry and McKenzie Trefry. He also left behind two 

brothers and a sister Steve Ballew, Bob Ballew and Natalie Briody. Mike enjoyed being with his 

granddaughters, niece and nephews during his retirement years. The children brought joy to his heart. 

Mike’s journey in the entertainment world included an unforgettable appearance in the 1988 movie 

Jack Kelly Snakeater where he starred alongside his longtime friend Lorenzo Lamas. Mike also played 

a role in “Heaven Can Wait”, “Semi Tough”, “Suburban Commando”, “Two Minute Warning” and 

“North Dallas Forty”. 

Before his foray into acting, Mike had a career in professional football. He played as a defensive end. Al 

Davies signed him onto the Oakland Raiders. George Allen, the coach of the Washington Redskins, 

placed him with the Hagerstown Bears. While with the Eastern Football League Mike was awarded “All 

League Line-backer”. Later the Chicago Bears signed him on. Then he played with the Southern 

California Sun’s and the Philadelphia Bells with the World Football League. He finished his football 

career with the LA Rams and the LA Express teams. 

Mike played various roles in the film industry, including acting and stunt work in eight movies. Mike 

served as a stunt double for pro wrestlers Hulk Hogan and Mark Calloway, better known as “The 

Undertaker.” Mike was also the Marketing Manager for the Conte Camel GTO Race Team. Before 

retirement, Mike managed transportation crews on film sets and ran them like a well-coordinated 

team. 

Away from the movie set, at his home in Sunset Beach, Mike would reveal a softer side. He had a strong 

devotion to family and friends and enjoyed sharing stories of his upbringing in the heart of Washington 

state. Mike was born on July 16, 1947 in Seattle, WA. His father was a truck driver and his mother 

managed the family-owned restaurant. Mike attended a one-room school house in Winton, WA up until 

high school when the family moved to Leavenworth, WA. Mike loved his horse named Joker growing up 

and entered Joker in the Chelan County fair to compete in horse racing. 

Mike Ballew’s diverse life experiences left an indelible mark on those who knew him. He will be 

remembered for his love for his family, bringing laughter to those around him, and his dedication to his 

career. Mike’s legacy lives on in the memories of those he touched throughout his remarkable journey. 

Please join us to celebrate Mike’s life at Sleeping Lady Resort in the Quail room on December 9 th from 4- 

7 pm. 


A Memorial was held at Pelican Ilse Mike’s Hangout in Sunset Beach with a full 

house in attendence with many of Mikes Pals in January of 2024 




Met Bob at the Huntington Harbor Yacht 

Club where Bob was a longtime member. His 

warm smile will be missed by all who knew 

him” - JB Griffin, Sunset Beach Magazine 




Sunset Beach on the One Mile Greenbelt 

where locals walk the pups and maybe make at 

Pit Stop across PCH at Pelican Isle for a drink 

or dining on the pooch friendly outdoor patio at 

Peter’s Landing 

https://pelicanislerestaurant.com 



Arizona Feature Boulders Resort 

When in Scottsdale Visit https://www.theboulders.com/play/world-class-golf/ 

Sunset Beach Mag 

Publisher “JB” Griffin 

loves his annual visits to 

Scottsdale, AZ 

https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/ 


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 



trimbits 

Sunset Beach Mag Stay Fit Feature 

courtesy of trimcards 

drink water instead of sugary drinks 

Check out trimbits to help you 

maintain or lose weight 

trimbits @ 

www.jbgmg.com 

trimcards 2024 - 24 pack POP Display 

Feature your Business on the 

Cover of future editions of 



or Call 562.810.8881 


www.antiquesofthesea.com 

Nautical Museum Sunset Beach 

Check out the 2024 

Sunset Beach Local 

Business Directory 

online 24/7 

to get listed email jbgriffin@jbgmg.com 



Graphic Design 

Services 

562.810.8881 

FREE CONSULTATION 

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 ! 

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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.

https://www.tracksellinginstitute.com/ 



Manage your Weight ...One Day At a Time....... 

Try “trimcards” Weight & Health Management 

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looking better with more energy. The key to 

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things and being aware of what you 

eat and drink. 

Order Today 

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. 

Visit gummy7.com 

online 24 /7 

www.jbgmg.com 

“JB” Griffin, Golfer 

https://www.meadowlarkgc.com/ 

ph: 562.810.8881 

We promote interesting people, places, events from 

Antarctica to Zambia 

please support our advertisers 

Izzy Insider Sunset Beach Foamrider 

Call “JB” James B. Griffin, Broker Owner 

562.810.8881 DRE# 01229433 


Features 

https://www.trimcards.com 

Miller King of 

Sunset Island 

RIP 

Rojo 2024 




Send Us your favorite 

Pooch Picture 


Promote Your Business on 

Sunset Beach Magazine online 24/7 

and available by Print on Demand 

www.SunsetBeachMagazine.com 

Call us 562.677.7452 

24/7 Voice Mail 

Sunset Beach Mag Featured Realtor 

“JB” Griffin .. 

or “JB” @ 562.810.8881 DRE# 01229433 

“JB” Griffin 

DRE# 01229433 

RE Broker 

JBGmg 

Indio, Ca 

www.JBGregroup.com 

Get Featured 

on 


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online 24/7 

We love 

Photos, Ads 

and More! 



Sunset Beach News and More ........... 

send us your news 

email: jbgriffin@jbgmg.com 

Call to Advertise 562.810.8881 


Buffer and Gum visit the Former Harpoon Harry’s in 

Sunset Beach. Located on the corner of PCH and 

Broadway in Sunset Beach. Harry is gone but Paulies is 

taken over the former HH Location. 

Did you know according to Readers Digest 

people rarely used to smile in photos.. 

Cool Places 

Visit Solvang, CA 

just a 3 hour 45 

minute drive from 

Sunset Beach, CA 

Stay updated on Surf City & 

Sunset Beach Happenings 

https://www.surfcityusa.com/event/25th-annual-sunset-beach-chili-cook-off/24161/ 

Andersons Pea Soup Resturant, Buellton,Ca 



Sunset Beach Mag BIZ Card Board 

Post your Business Card 

Here ! 


“JB” James B. Griffin, Broker Owner 

DRE#01229433 on call 7 days a week 

www.jbgregroup.com Call: 562.810.8881 


When In Sunset Beach, 

CA Visit Pocket Burger 

Shack.. look for the 

greeter she is not real .... 

Advertise your Business on 





Summer Has Arrrived 

Things to do in Sunset Beach 

Enjoy the Sea 

Walk the Green Belt for dog 

walks 

Ride Bikes on Bolsa Chica Bike 

Trail 

Walk to all the great restaurants 

in Sunset Beach 

Visit Anderson Art Gallery 

& More

Taco Surf has Reopened 

in Surfside, CA adjacent to 


The Sunset Beach Locals are 

happy once again. 

Crab Pot Long Beach at 

the Marina 

Pooch Friendly patio 

Home of the Famous 

Seafeast For Two Or 

More 

https://www.crabpotlongbeach.com/ 



Bill Anderson, Artist 

Be sure to visit Anderson Art Gallery Sunset Beach, CA 


Beach Cottage Just Sold on Sunset Island 


2 Bedrooms 1 3/4 Baths 

For more Information Call 

JB Griffin @ 562.810.8881 

DRE#01229433 

https://www.jbgmg.com 

Sold by Owner /Broker 

email jbgriffin@jbgmg 

ph: 562.810.8881 

$1,200,000 

Sold by Owner /Broker 

email jbgriffin@jbgmg 

ph: 562.810.8881 

47 / SBM / 2018 



When in Sunset Beach Visit Greek Cheek Beer You can’t 

miss the Blue Building on PCH 

https://greencheekbeer.com/sunset 


Thinking of Selling ? 

Call “JB” Griffin for a Free Market Analysis 

@ 562.810.8881 

Broker / Owner 

JBGmg 

DRE# 01229433 

Please call to schedule an appointment: 

www.jbgmg.com 

California Real Estate Broker 

Let us help you find your home .. 

JBGmg represents buyers 

and sellers 1.99% We pay 50% to 

Brokers for Referrals on COE. 

www.jbgregroup.com 




Call “JB”Griffin. We Sell Homes,Land & More! 562.810.8881 

DRE# 01229433 

RE Broker / Owner 

www.jbgmg.com 

JBGmg 

Now Serving the entire Coachella Valley 

78-365 Highway 111, #171 

La Quinta, CA 92253 







Sunset Beach T Shirts call 562.810.8881 

available from JBGmg Publisher of Sunset Beach Mag 


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We Represent Homeowners, Landlords, Real Estate Investors and Buyers for the Sale 

and Lease of Real Estate from the Ocean to the Desert 

Call “JB” Griffin DRE# 01229433 email jbgriffin@jbgmg.com 

Sunset Beach to La Quinta Ca we got you covered 


Pictures of Sunset Beach Past & Present 

by “JB” Griffin, Indio Ca 







Don is no More but the decaying 

Building at the Former Location is for 

Sale Call JBGMG for Details Buyers 

Agent @ 562.810.8881 







Izzy Insider Carving 

the foam at Sunset 

Beach.... 




Sunset Beach Mag 

Publisher “JB” running 

as fast as he can to 

get in line for a Burger 

at Pocket Burger Shack, 

Sunset Beach Ca ....




Sunset Beach Magzine 

Founder and Publisher “JB” 

Griffin has 

relocated to Indio, Ca with his 

wife Coby and 3 dogs after 

selling their home in Sunset 

Beach, CA and will continue to 

publish SBM online 24/7 from 

our office in Indio, CA. Living in 

Sunset Beach on Sunset Island 

since 2010 was a great 

experience. We are looking 

forward to new experiences at 

our home in Indio, CA and will 

continue to visit Sunset Beach 

for all it has to offer. 




Send us your photos and 

ads email info@sunsetbeachmagazine.com



Where to Find Lobster in Sunset Beach 

Captain Jack’s 

Pelican Isle 

J King Neptunes 


New Restaurants in Sunset Beach 

Calico Fish House 

Green Cheek Beer Co 



Local News & More 

Paulie’s Pizza & Pub A must Visit when In Sunset Great Food and Drinks 


The Famous Water Tower House located adjacent to Sunset 

Beach Ca in Surfside, CA available for Rentals 



SBM visits Bend Oregon and the Amazing 

Sunriver Resort for Golf and More ! 

https://www.sunriverresort.com/ 




Nope Not my Car 





Sunset Beach Mag Throwback Photo Vault 

1995 American Single Parents outing 

Fillmore, CA, Fillmore & 

Western Train Ride 

Bummer just heard the Train Ride is 

permanently closed. 

https://www.fwry.com/ 

aspn as it was called was 

founded in So Cal by 

Laura Wilson and “JB” 

Griffin in 1992 for social 

gatherings on weekends for 

Single Parents and their 

children. 




SBM Summer Dining Tip ....When in Cayucos be sure to visit Schooners Wharf 

https://www.schoonerscayucos.com/ 



Griffin Golf 

Collectibles 

Vintage Golf Club 

2- 9 Iron set 

Offered at 

$199 

+ Shipping 

USA only 

Call: 

562.810.8881 





1st Surfer in USA 

George Freeth Statue 

Redondo Beach, CA 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Freeth 



When in Sunset Beach Visit the new 

Restaurants at Peters Landing Marina 


Scenes of Sunset Past and Present 

Marina Football Team 1970 

including Ronnie Bass “remembering the Titans’ Movie 

QB aka Sunshine and Steve Monaghan Marina QB 

who went on to play at Orange Coast College & 

UCLA 

Remembering “Les” Sunset Beach 

Local a Regular at Pelican Isle (RIP) 

and “Sweet” Sara a server at Pelican 

Isle who left us in 2024. 

You are both missed God Bless...

Sunset Beach Mag Summer 2024

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