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10 Can't-Miss Festivals, Concerts, and Activities in Irvine this October

Issue # 0261

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

๐Ÿ˜ Laugh Of The Day

๐ŸŒค๏ธ Irvine Weather

๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿ 10 Can't-Miss Festivals, Concerts, and Activities in Irvine this October

๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿก Irvine Moves Closer to Retail and Restaurants at Great Park Through Land Swap with Developer

๐ŸšŒ๐Ÿ“„ IUSD Job Fair on October 30: Hiring for Multiple School Support Roles

๐Ÿช Join University Park Library's Gingerbread House Decorating Event for Tweens and Teens

๐Ÿฅ—๐ŸŽ Boost Your Gut Health with Fermented Foods: Simple Recipes for Every Meal

โค๏ธ๐Ÿฆโ€โฌ› Spot Red-Eyed Birds in Orange County: A Guide for Local Birdwatchers

๐Ÿ“ท Meet Yulia Naganova: View Her Still Life Works at the Irvine Fine Arts Center Store

๐ŸŽผ๐ŸŽผ Upcoming High School Music Calendar

๐Ÿพ๐Ÿฅฃ Feeding Pets a Home-Prepared Diet: What You Need to Know for Balanced Nutrition

๐ŸŽพ UCI Womenโ€™s Tennis Begins Fall Season at Beach Tennis Fall Tournament

๐ŸŒ๐Ÿป Anteater Golfer Tommy Lin Heads to Japan for Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship

๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ๐ŸŽพโšพ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ€ Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

๐ŸŠ๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ Teamwork and Precision Propel Meraquas of Irvine to Victory at Junior Olympic Gold

๐Ÿˆ๐ŸŽพ High School Athletics Calendar

๐Ÿš”๐Ÿ›ด Suspects Steal Dyson Vacuum and Electric Scooter, Flee in U-Haul from Irvine Target

๐Ÿ๐Ÿฅญ๐Ÿ‘ Local Farmers Markets

๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿช๐ŸŽ‰Irvineโ€™s Best Kept Secrets: Is Your Business One of Them?

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๐Ÿ“ž๐Ÿ’ก Useful Contact Information

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10 Can't-Miss Festivals, Concerts, and Activities in Irvine this October

- Irvine Global Village Festival: Enjoy food, art, music, and cultural exhibits at the Great Park, Oct. 5, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

- Taylor Nation: Taylor Swift tribute band performs at Great Park Live, Oct. 12, 6 p.m.

- UCI Womenโ€™s Volleyball: UC Irvine hosts five Big West matches this month, including Cal State Northridge (Oct. 4) and UC Davis (Oct. 24).

- Sina Sarlak Concert: Renowned Iranian singer performs at Irvine Barclay Theatre, Oct. 11, 8 p.m.

- Modern Makers Mart: Shop for handmade goods at Woodbury Town Center (Oct. 12-13) and Woodbridge Village Center (Oct. 26-27).

- Pro Soccer Matches: Orange County Soccer Club hosts Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC (Oct. 9), New Mexico United (Oct. 19), and Hartford Athletic (Oct. 26).

- Yoga at the Farm: Outdoor yoga at Irvine Ranch Conservancyโ€™s Native Seed Farm, Thursdays, 5-6:15 p.m.

- Celebrity Chefs: Chef Yotam Ottolenghi presents his new book with a live demo at Irvine Barclay Theatre, Oct. 13, 5 p.m.

- Mountain Biking: A 24-mile ride through Limestone Canyon for experienced riders, Oct. 13, 7:30-11:30 a.m.

- Author Talk: Abigail Hing Wen discusses her latest book at Irvine Heritage Park Library, Oct. 8, 4-5:30 p.m.

Irvine Moves Closer to Retail and Restaurants at Great Park Through Land Swap with Developer

Irvine officials have approved a land swap with developer FivePoint Holdings, aiming to bring long-awaited retail and restaurants to the Great Park. In the exchange, the city will receive 15.3 acres of land to develop a retail center and improve connections to the nearby train station, while FivePoint will get 13.8 acres for affordable housing. However, concerns arose about the lack of an appraisal to ensure the city's deal is fair. In response, the council will conduct a real estate broker opinion of value before finalizing the swap. Residents have expressed frustration over delays in adding retail options to the park.

IUSD Job Fair on October 30: Hiring for Multiple School Support Roles

The IUSD Job Fair will take place on Wednesday, October 30, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Learning Center (3387 Barranca Pkwy, Room 6, Irvine). The district is hiring for various positions, including:

  • Instructional Assistants

  • PE Paraprofessionals

  • Nutrition Services Support

  • Noon Duty Support

Attendees will have the opportunity to explore available positions, submit applications, and even participate in on-the-spot interviews. Applicants are encouraged to bring a resume. Online applications are available at edjoin.org/iusd.

#IUSD #IUSDCommunity #JobFair

Join University Park Library's Gingerbread House Decorating Event for Tweens and Teens

On Tuesday, October 15, from 4:30 - 6 PM, tweens and teens (ages 10-17) are invited to decorate gingerbread houses at the University Park Library in Irvine. Prizes will be awarded for the spookiest designs, and all materials will be provided. Registration is required to ensure enough supplies.

Boost Your Gut Health with Fermented Foods: Simple Recipes for Every Meal

Boosting gut health is simple with the addition of fermented foods, which are packed with probiotics that support digestion and overall health. These foods, like kimchi, kefir, and yogurt, not only aid in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome but also help reduce cholesterol absorption, preventing heart disease and metabolic issues.

Easy-to-make recipes, such as a strawberry kefir drink, kimchi salmon melt, and a fall salad with apple cider vinaigrette, incorporate these fermented foods into daily meals. They offer a wealth of benefits, from improved digestion to heart and brain health, making them essential for a balanced diet.

Find the recipes here

Spot Red-Eyed Birds in Orange County: A Guide for Local Birdwatchers

Do you know your red-eyed birds? Many of these striking species can be spotted in Orange County, making them a unique sight for bird enthusiasts. Keep an eye out for these birds in local parks and natural areas.

  • 1. Red-eyed Vireo: Known for its red eyes and olive-green back, this bird is common in wooded areas.

  • 2. Red-breasted Merganser: A striking waterfowl with a spiky crest and a reddish-brown chest.

  • 3. Spotted Towhee: A ground-dwelling bird with distinctive red eyes and spotted wings.

  • 4. Snail Kite: Found in wetlands, this bird is specialized in hunting snails and has striking red eyes.

  • 5. Phainopepla: A sleek, black or gray bird with red eyes, often seen around desert areas.

  • 6. Eastern Towhee: Similar to the Spotted Towhee but found more in the eastern regions, known for its bold colors and red eyes.

  • 7. Eared Grebe: A small water bird with a distinct red eye and golden ear tufts during breeding season.

  • 8. Bronzed Cowbird: Known for its metallic sheen and striking red eyes, often seen in the southern U.S.

  • 9. Red-throated Loon: A graceful water bird with a distinctive red throat and a sleek appearance.

  • 10. Virginia Rail: A secretive bird with red eyes, often found in marshes and wetlands.

  • 11. Black-crowned Night Heron: A stocky heron with striking red eyes, often seen hunting at dusk.

  • 12. Wood Duck: Known for its colorful plumage and red eyes, often spotted in ponds and lakes.

  • 13. Roseate Spoonbill: A bright pink bird with a spoon-shaped bill and vibrant red eyes.

  • 14. Black-necked Stilt: A striking bird with long legs and red eyes, often seen in shallow waters.

  • 15. White-faced Ibis: A wading bird with iridescent plumage and red eyes during breeding season.

  • 16. American Coot: A common water bird with a white beak and red eyes, often mistaken for ducks.

  • 17. Pacific Loon: A sleek bird with red eyes, often seen on coastal waters.

  • 18. Canvasback: A diving duck with a sloped forehead and red eyes.

  • 19. Clark's Grebe: Similar to the Western Grebe but with more striking red eyes and a slightly different facial pattern.

  • 20. Horned Grebe: A small water bird with golden tufts and red eyes.

  • 21. Common Loon: A well-known water bird with eerie calls and striking red eyes.

  • 22. Black Rail: A small, elusive marsh bird with a reddish eye, often heard more than seen.

  • 23. Western Grebe: Known for its graceful movements on water and red eyes, often seen performing mating dances.

Meet Yulia Naganova: View Her Still Life Works at the Irvine Fine Arts Center Store

Meet Yulia Naganova, a featured artist at the Irvine Fine Arts Center Store and a local photographer specializing in still life. Since moving to Irvine in 2019, Yulia has focused on capturing beauty in the ordinary, with much of her work shot and edited using a smartphone. She also offers mobile photography lessons and portrait sessions. You can explore and purchase Yulia's artwork at the Irvine Fine Arts Center Store, open Mondayโ€“Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit cityofirvine.org/arts for more details.

Upcoming Northwood High Schoolโ€™s Music Calendar

  1. Tue, October 8, 7:00-8:00 PM: Vocal Music Fall Concert at NHS Theater.

  2. Wed, October 9, 7:00-8:30 PM: Instrumental Music Fall Concert at NHS Theater.

  3. Thu, October 10, 7:00-8:30 PM: Instrumental Music Fall Concert at NHS Theater.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://timbmusic.org/events/

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. Thu & Fri, October 17 & 18, 7:00 PM: Songs & Stories at Big Theater.

  2. Thu, December 5, 7:00 PM: A Winter Celebration at Big Theater.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.uhschoirs.org/2024-25-season.html

Upcoming Woodbridge High School's Music Calendar

  1. Wed, November 6, 7:00 PM: IUSD Band Spectacular.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.whs-music.org/

Upcoming Woodbridge High Schoolโ€™s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. Thu, October 17, 7:00 PM: Fall Concert at WHS Performing Arts Center.

  2. Wed, October 30, 7:00 PM: IUSD High School Vocal Festival at Portola HS.

  3. Tue, November 5, 1:00 PM: Concordia Treble Chorus Festival, TBD.

  4. Fri, December 6, 7:00 PM: Winter Celebration Concert at WHS Performing Arts Center.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://woodbridgechoirs.weebly.com/calendar.html

Upcoming Irvine High School's Music Calendar

  1. Tue, October 29, 7:00-9:30 PM: Autumn Serenade

  2. Wed, December 18, 6:00-10:00 PM: IM Winter Concert

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.vimb.info/calendar

Feeding Pets a Home-Prepared Diet: What You Need to Know for Balanced Nutrition

When feeding your pet a home-prepared diet, it's essential to understand their specific nutritional needs, which differ from humans.

  • Dogs are facultative carnivores and can handle some non-meat ingredients, while cats are obligate carnivores requiring meat.

  • A balanced diet with proteins, fats, and necessary supplements like calcium is critical to avoid deficiencies.

  • Using recipes from nutritionists can help ensure proper nutrition, but homemade diets carry risks if not carefully formulated.

  • Consult your vet regularly, and consider having diets analyzed to maintain your pet's health.

  • Proper hygiene and cautious ingredient selection are also crucial to avoid contamination.

UCI Womenโ€™s Tennis Begins Fall Season at Beach Tennis Fall Tournament

UC Irvine's women's tennis team begins fall competition at the Beach Tennis Fall Tournament from October 3-6, hosted by Long Beach State. The tournament features a single-elimination format with eight Big West teams competing. UCI is sending eight players to the main draw, with the remaining players set for extra matches starting October 4. In the main draw singles, UCI's athletes will face competitors from CSUN, UCSD, UCD, and Cal Poly. UCI's doubles teams will compete in the Round of 32, facing pairs from UCSB, LBSU, UH, and Cal Poly.

Anteater Golfer Tommy Lin Heads to Japan for Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship

UC Irvine freshman Tommy Lin will compete in the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship from October 3-6 at the Taiheiyo Club Gotemba in Japan. As the premier amateur golf event in the region, the winner earns a spot in the 2025 Masters Tournament and an exemption for The 2025 Open. Lin, ranked fourth among Hong Kong amateurs and 436th globally, qualified for the event after recent wins, including the Gionee Series - 4 and the 2023 Hong Kong Close & Mid Amateur Championship. The 72-hole tournament will see a cut after 36 holes for the top 60 players.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Soccer

  • Sat, Oct 12: vs UC Santa Barbara, 6:00 PM

  • Wed, Oct 16: vs Cal State Bakersfield, 6:00 PM

  • Sat, Oct 26: vs Sacramento State, 6:00 PM

Women's Soccer

  • Thu, Oct 10: vs Cal State Bakersfield, 6:00 PM

  • Sun, Oct 13: vs Hawai'i, 6:00 PM

  • Thu, Oct 17: vs Cal State Fullerton, 6:00 PM

  • Sun, Oct 27: vs Long Beach State, 6:00 PM

Men's Water Polo

  • Fri, Oct 11: vs UC San Diego, 6:00 PM

  • Sat, Oct 12: Ted Newland Alumni Game, 12:00 PM

  • Sat, Oct 19: vs Westcliff, 12:00 PM

  • Sat, Oct 26: vs UC Santa Barbara, 12:00 PM

  • Sun, Oct 27: vs Pepperdine, 1:00 PM

Men's Basketball

  • Wed, Oct 30: (Exhibition) vs Vanguard, 7:00 PM

๐Ÿโšฝ๐Ÿ€ Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Men's Basketball

  1. Fri, Oct 11: vs Long Beach (Scrimmage), 11:00 AM

  2. Thu, Oct 24: vs Chaffey/San Diego City (Scrimmage), 4:30 PM

Men's Soccer

  1. Tue, Oct 8: vs Cypress, 3:00 PM

  2. Fri, Oct 18: vs Orange Coast, 3:00 PM

  3. Tue, Oct 22: vs Golden West, 3:00 PM

  4. Tue, Oct 29: vs Santa Ana, 3:00 PM

Women's Soccer

  1. Fri, Oct 4: vs Santa Ana, 3:00 PM

  2. Fri, Oct 11: vs Fullerton, 3:00 PM

  3. Tue, Oct 15: vs Santiago Canyon, 3:00 PM

  4. Fri, Oct 25: vs Saddleback, 3:00 PM

Women's Volleyball

  1. Fri, Oct 4: vs Santa Ana, 6:00 PM

  2. Wed, Oct 9: vs Saddleback, 6:00 PM

  3. Wed, Oct 16: vs Fullerton, 6:00 PM

  4. Fri, Oct 18: vs Santiago Canyon, 6:00 PM

  5. Fri, Oct 25: vs Orange Coast, 6:00 PM

Teamwork and Precision Propel Meraquas of Irvine to Victory at Junior Olympic Gold

The Meraquas of Irvine artistic swim team triumphed at the Junior Olympics, winning gold in the 15-17 age group team free event and the duet free competition. After entering finals in third place due to a preliminary penalty, the team reworked their routine, increasing the difficulty and preparing for a top-tier performance. Their hard work paid off as they executed their best swim, overcoming challenges such as being down two team members. Led by coach Candy Hipp, the teamโ€™s strong bond and teamwork helped them secure victory, marking an emotional and well-earned achievement.

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With October Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High Schoolโ€™s Varsity home games:

October 2024

Monday, October 7 

  • 07:15 PM: Flag Football, Girls VR vs. University at Irvine High School Stadium

Tuesday, October 8 

  • 04:15 PM: Water Polo, Boys VR vs. University at Woolett Pool

Wednesday, October 9 

  • 03:30 PM: Flag Football, Girls VR vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Stadium

  • 05:15 PM: Volleyball, Girls VR vs. Rosary Academy at Irvine High School Game Gym

Thursday, October 10 

  • 03:00 PM: Tennis, Girls VR vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Heritage Park

  • 04:15 PM: Water Polo, Boys VR vs. Woodbridge at Woolett Pool

  • 07:00 PM: Traditional Competitive Cheer VR vs. Canyon/Anaheim at Irvine High School Stadium

  • 07:00 PM: Football (11 person) VR vs. Canyon/Anaheim at Irvine High School Stadium

Suspects Steal Dyson Vacuum and Electric Scooter, Flee in U-Haul from Irvine Target

On August 12, two suspects bypassed security and stole a Dyson vacuum and electric scooter worth $1,329 from the Spectrum Target. They fled in a U-Haul truck featuring a Teleoceras graphic (an extinct North American rhinoceros). If you have any information, contact [email protected].

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