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3-4 Inches of Rain Expected in Irvine from Sunday to Tuesday

Issue # 092

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Joshua Tjia
05 Feb

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🌧☔ 3-4 Inches of Rain Expected in Irvine from Sunday to Tuesday

🐉🌙 Celebrate Lunar New Year Festivities with South Coast Chinese Cultural Center

⚠💧 OC Parks Closures Due to Inclement Weather

🏡🔔 Apply Now: Irvine Expands Funding for Historic Home Renovations

🏮🥮 Join the Festivities: Year of the Dragon Celebration at Irvine University Park Library

👁⚕ UCI Health's Sanjay Kedhar to Reveal Red Eye Remedies in Feb. 6 Lecture

🌳🦅 Discover the Richness of Irvine Ranch: Where Endangered Species and Unique Habitats Thrive

🎶🌴 Join a Free Outdoor Jazz Concert Under the Palms

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐕🐈 Irvine's Third Chance for Pets Program Offers New Hope to Overcrowded Shelter Animals

🤽‍♀️ UCI Women's Water Polo Defeats UC Davis 11-8 at Triton Invitational, Secures Seventh Place

🏀 UC Irvine Men's Basketball Hits Season Second-Best 61.4% FG in Dominant Win Against Hawai'i

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

⚾ Irvine Valley Baseball Secures 4-3 Victory Over San Diego City

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏀 Crean Lutheran Girls Basketball Seals Perfect Empire League Season with Victory Over Tustin

🏀 Crean Lutheran Boys Basketball Secures Fourth Straight Empire League Championship with Win Over Tustin

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

👮‍♂️🚦🔥 Irvine Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of Stolen Backpack and Hot Cheetos

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

What did one raindrop say to the other?

Answer: Two's company, three's a cloud!

We hope this joke brings some laughter to your day! 😁

3-4 Inches of Rain Expected in Irvine from Sunday to Tuesday

Irvine is expected to receive 3-4 inches of rain from Sunday to Tuesday, with the heaviest downpour occurring Sunday night into Monday, accompanied by gusty winds.

  • The Public Works & Transportation Department is ready for storm-related issues.

  • Report weather issues via the Access Irvine app, online, or by phone. For power outages, visit sce.com/outage. More info at bit.ly/483Jk1g.

OC Parks Closures Due to Inclement Weather

OC Parks are closed due to wet conditions. Check ocparks.com/alerts for updates and closure details.

#OCParks

Celebrate Lunar New Year Festivities with South Coast Chinese Cultural Center

The South Coast Chinese Cultural Center and Irvine Spectrum Center are hosting a grand Lunar New Year celebration on February 10, 2024, at the Irvine Spectrum Center.

  • The event features performances by various groups from the South Coast Chinese Cultural Center, including orchestral music, dance, martial arts, and the traditional Dragon Lion Dance, offering a vibrant showcase of Chinese culture and arts.

  • This celebration provides a unique opportunity for the community to experience the festivities of the Lunar New Year, with performances designed to bring joy, luck, and prosperity to attendees.

  • The Southern Coast Chinese Cultural Center aims to promote Chinese cultural heritage, while the Irvine Spectrum Center is a key shopping and entertainment hub in Southern California.

Apply Now: Irvine Expands Funding for Historic Home Renovations

Irvine now offers more funds for the One Irvine program to owners of qualifying homes and condos built before 1975. Apply now for home improvement loans and grants on a first-come, first-served basis until funds run out. Details and application at cityofirvine.org/oneirvine.

#WeAreIrvine #OneIrvine

Join the Festivities: Year of the Dragon Celebration at Irvine University Park Library

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon at Irvine University Park Library with an activity and craft on Tuesday, February 6 at 4:30 pm.

Location: 4512 Sandburg Way, Irvine, CA 92612. Contact: 949-786-4001.

#OCPL #OCPublicLibraries #OrangeCounty #Irvine

UCI Health's Sanjay Kedhar to Reveal Red Eye Remedies in Feb. 6 Lecture

Join the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute's free virtual lecture on Feb. 6 to learn about the causes and treatments of red eyes from UCI Health ophthalmologist Sanjay Kedhar, MD. Public event, but registration needed. Sign up at https://bit.ly/3HGJaRU

Discover the Richness of Irvine Ranch: Where Endangered Species and Unique Habitats Thrive

The Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks, recognized as a global biodiversity hotspot, feature extensive coastal sage scrub habitats, which are rare and ecologically rich, native to Southern California's coastal and inland areas. This Mediterranean-type habitat supports a diverse ecosystem, including unique plants like California sagebrush and endangered birds like the coastal California gnatcatcher. Despite being largely undisturbed, efforts by the Irvine Ranch Conservancy and partners are ongoing to protect these areas from threats like invasive species, wildfires, and urbanization, ensuring their preservation for future generations. Learn more here.

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Join a Free Outdoor Jazz Concert Under the Palms

"Jazz in the Palm Court" event at Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex on Feb 17, 1–3 p.m., features a diverse range of jazz inspired by various composers, alongside the “Natural Language: Contemporary Book Art” exhibition starting Feb 11. No registration needed, free entry. Bring chairs/blankets for seating. More info at yourgreatpark.org/arts. Sign up for monthly newsletters for more events.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. March 6, 2024: Spring Festival Concert – Band (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

  2. March 7, 2024: Spring Festival Concert – Orchestra (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

  3. March 16, 2024: Irvine Jazz Festival (8:00 am - 5:00 pm)

  4. May 11, 2024: Instrumental Music Awards

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

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. March 7, 8, 9, 14,15, 16: EVITA - Spring Musical at 7:00 PM.

  2. May 2 & 3: Broadway Rocks! at 7:00 PM.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.uhschoirs.org/2023-24-season.html

Upcoming Woodbridge High School's Music Calendar

No events scheduled for January.

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

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. February 29th-March 2nd, 7 PM shows: The Wizard of Oz

  2. March 22nd, 7 PM: Spring Concert

  3. April 16th, 7 PM: IUSD Honors Concert

  4. May 31st, 7 PM: Broadway Rocks Concert

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

Upcoming Irvine High School's Music Calendar

No events scheduled for January.

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

Upcoming Irvine High School's Choral Calendar

  1. Th.-Sat, Feb. 29-Mar 2, 7:00 PM: IHS Musical (Any student) at IHS Theater.

  2. March 12 or 13, Morning: IHS Arts Assembly (Canta Bella & Irvine Singers) at IHS Game Gym.

  3. Mon, Mar. 18, 7:00 PM: Spring Concert (All Choirs) at Concordia Univ.

  4. Fri, March 22, Morning: CSU Fullerton Festival (Irvine Singers) at CSUF Meng Hall.

  5. April 1st - 5th, 2024: TBD.

  6. Tues, April 16, 7:00 PM: IUSD Honors Concert (Selected Members) at OCPAC.

  7. Wed, April 17, 6:30 PM: 8th Grade Parent Night at IHS Gym.

  8. TBD: Aliso Women’s Festival (Canta Bella) - Location TBD.

  9. Wed, April 17, All day: Forum Festival (Concert Chorale, Chorale & Viva Cantar) at Knott’s Berry Farm.

  10. Wed, April 26, 6:00 PM: SPUR Awards (Chordinated Chaos) at IHS Theater.

  11. Tues & Wed, May 28 & 29, 3:30-6:30 PM: Dress rehearsal “Voices” (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

  12. Thurs.- Sat, May 30-June 1, 7:00 PM: Voices 2024 (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

  13. Wed, June 5, 7:00 PM: Heritage Awards (Chorale) at IHS Gym.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.ihschoralmusic.org/calendar.html

Irvine's Third Chance for Pets Program Offers New Hope to Overcrowded Shelter Animals

The Irvine Animal Care Center's Third Chance for Pets program helps animals from overcrowded shelters find new homes by giving them another opportunity for adoption. This initiative, supported by donations, offers animals like Luisa a "third chance" after their original home and first shelter. More details on Luisa and similar cases can be found at irvineanimals.org/adopt.

#IrvineAnimals #Adopt #ThirdChanceForPets

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UCI Women's Water Polo Defeats UC Davis 11-8 at Triton Invitational, Secures Seventh Place

UC Irvine, ranked No. 6, defeated No. 16 UC Davis 11-8 at the Triton Invitational, securing seventh place. Freshman Annabelle Mundelius stood out with two goals, contributing to a diverse offensive effort that saw ten Anteaters scoring. This victory marks UC Irvine's second win over UC Davis this season. The game featured a strong start by both teams, but UC Irvine's consistent offense and solid defense across all periods led to their win. Next, UC Irvine will face UCLA in Los Angeles on February 10.

UC Irvine Men's Basketball Hits Season Second-Best 61.4% FG in Dominant Win Against Hawai'i

UC Irvine dominated Hawai'i with a 93-68 win, showcasing exceptional shooting accuracy at 61.4% from the field and 91.3% from the free-throw line. The team's offensive effort was highlighted by contributions from 11 players, with this game marking their second-best field goal percentage of the season. They also excelled in free throws, matching their season's second-highest made. The victory featured a strong inside game, outscoring Hawai'i 62-34 in the paint and leading in rebounds 37-25. Center Bent Leuchten led the scoring with 15 points, while freshman Carter Welling matched his career-best with 14 points and seven rebounds. The win positions UC Irvine at the top of the Big West standings with a 17-6 record (10-1 in conference play). The team also maintained its perfect home record and continued its dominance when wearing white uniforms. Next, UC Irvine faces UC Santa Barbara on the road.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Women's Basketball

  1. Thu, Feb 8th - vs UC Santa Barbara, 6:00 PM

  2. Sat, Feb 10th - vs UC Riverside, 2:00 PM

  3. Sat, Feb 24th - vs UC San Diego, 2:00 PM

  4. Thu, Feb 29th - vs CSUN, 6:00 PM

Men's Basketball

  1. Sat, Feb 17th - vs Cal State Bakersfield, 7:00 PM

  2. Thu, Feb 22nd - vs UC Santa Barbara, 8:00 PM

Men's Volleyball

  1. Wed, Feb 7th - vs USC, 7:00 PM

  2. Fri, Feb 23rd - vs Concordia, 6:00 PM

Women's Tennis

  1. Thu, Feb 8th - vs UC Riverside, 1 PM

  2. Sat, Feb 10th - vs Santa Clara, 11 AM

  3. Fri, Feb 23rd - vs New Mexico, 2 PM

  4. Wed, Feb 28th - vs Hope International (Calif.), 2 PM

Men's Golf

  1. Mon, Feb 12th - vs Orange County Collegiate Classic

  2. Tue, Feb 13th - vs Orange County Collegiate Classic

Baseball

  1. Fri, Feb 16th - vs North Dakota State, 6:00 PM

  2. Sat, Feb 17th - vs North Dakota State, 1:00 PM

  3. Sun, Feb 18th - vs North Dakota State, 1:00 PM

  4. Tue, Feb 20th - vs San Diego, 6:00 PM

Women's Water Polo

  1. Sat, Feb 17th - vs USC, 12 PM

  2. Fri, Feb 23rd - vs TBA

  3. Sat, Feb 24th - vs TBA

  4. Sun, Feb 25th - vs TBAMen's Volleyball.

Irvine Valley Baseball Secures 4-3 Victory Over San Diego City

The Irvine Valley baseball team improved to a 3-1 record with a 4-3 win over San Diego City, thanks to a strong start by sophomore pitcher Caden Byers, who pitched seven shutout innings. Early scoring, including RBI hits from Jimmy Zakhar, Wyatt Fischer, Nomar Vasquez, and Conner Hoskinson, secured the Lasers' lead. Despite a late rally by San Diego City, Irvine Valley held on for the victory, with Colin Rhee earning his first save and Byers his first win of the season. The team looks forward to their next game against Grossmont.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Women's Basketball

  1. Wed, Feb 7: Vs. Santa Ana at 7:00 PM.

  2. Tue, Feb 13: Vs. Fullerton at 6:00 PM.

  3. Thu, Feb 15: Vs. Cypress at 7:00 PM.

Men's Basketball

  1. Wed, Feb 7: vs Riverside at 5:00 PM.

  2. Fri, Feb 9: vs Santa Ana at 6:00 PM.

  3. Thu, Feb 15: vs Santiago Canyon at 5:00 PM.

  4. Fri, Feb 23: vs Cypress at 6:00 PM.

Men's Volleyball

  1. Wed, Feb 14: vs Santa Monica 6:00 PM

Men's Tennis

  1. Tue, Feb 13: Vs. Glendale at 2:00 PM

  2. Tue, Feb 20: Vs. Riverside at 2:00 PM

Crean Lutheran Girls Basketball Seals Perfect Empire League Season with Victory Over Tustin

Crean Lutheran High School's girls basketball team finished an undefeated season in the Empire League by beating Tustin 57-34, led by standout performances from Maddy Nguyen, Jane Hewitt, and Savannah Brawley. The team, coached by Bianca Ziemann who recently celebrated her 100th win, clinched the league title earlier in the week.

Crean Lutheran Boys Basketball Secures Fourth Straight Empire League Championship with Win Over Tustin

Crean Lutheran High School's boys basketball team won their fourth consecutive Empire League championship by defeating Tustin 65-49, sharing the title with Cypress as both teams finished with a 9-1 record. Sophomore Kaiden Bailey led the Saints with 19 points. The victory reflects the team's resilience and improvement throughout a season marked by a challenging schedule, according to Coach Nate Klitzing and Bailey. The win against Tustin, highlighted by strategic plays and strong defensive efforts, propels Crean Lutheran into the CIF Division 1 playoffs as a top seed, while Tustin enters as the league's No. 3 team. The game also served as a senior night for several Crean Lutheran players.

High School Athletics Calendar -

** Updated With February Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

February 2024

Sat, Feb 10:

  1. Baseball VR vs. Tustin, 10:00 AM, Baseball Field

Tue, Feb 13:

  1. Softball VR vs. Santa Margarita, 03:30 PM, Softball Field

  2. Tennis, Boys VR vs. Capistrano Valley, 03:15 PM, Heritage Park

Wed, Feb 14:

  1. Softball VR vs. Tesoro, 03:30 PM, Softball Field

Thu, Feb 15:

  1. Beach Volleyball, Girls VR vs. Bell Gardens, 03:00 PM, Deerfield Park Beach Courts

  2. Lacrosse, Boys VR vs. Norco, 07:00 PM, Stadium

Fri, Feb 16:

  1. Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Segerstrom, 05:00 PM, Stadium

Tue, Feb 20:

  1. Tennis, Boys VR vs. Aliso Niguel, 03:15 PM, Heritage Park

  2. Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Dana Hills, 05:00 PM, Stadium

Wed, Feb 21:

  1. Volleyball, Boys VR vs. Santa Margarita, 05:45 PM, Game Gym

Fri, Feb 23:

  1. Swimming & Diving, Boys VR, Irvine City Relays, 03:30 PM, Woolett Pool

  2. Swimming & Diving, Girls VR, Irvine City Relays, 03:30 PM, Woolett Pool

Mon, Feb 26:

  1. Softball VR vs. Laguna Hills, 03:30 PM, Softball Field

Tue, Feb 27:

  1. Beach Volleyball, Girls VR vs. Esperanza, 03:00 PM, Deerfield Park Beach Courts

  2. Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Lutheran/Orange, 05:00 PM, Stadium

Irvine Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of Stolen Backpack and Hot Cheetos

In Irvine, two women were arrested after causing traffic disruptions. One was found with a stolen backpack, drug paraphernalia, and various stolen IDs and credit cards, along with Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. Both had outstanding warrants and were booked into Orange County Jail.

#IrvineCrime

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