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Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with Air Supply and Fireworks at Great Park Live

Issue # 0651

Author

Joshua Tjia
11 Jun

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh of the Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

⚽️🌱 Irvine Welcomes U.S. Men’s National Team Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

🎶🎆 Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with Air Supply and Fireworks at Great Park Live

🍑🌸🍑 Fresh Masumoto Peaches Coming to Tanaka Farms

☀️🎨 The Market Place Hosts Summer Fun Fest for Kids and Families

🚰💧 Stay Hydrated This Summer: Signs of Dehydration to Watch For

🌖 Hit the Trails After Dark on Crystal Cove’s Almost Full Moon Hike

🪈🎺 Concordia Wind Orchestra Academy Returns to Irvine July 1–5

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐕 Low-Cost Pet Vaccine and Microchip Clinics Coming to Irvine

🏃🏾‍♀️🏃🏾‍♀️ UC Irvine's Joy Anderson and Jolie Robinson Set for NCAA Heptathlon Championships

🏀🏐🎾⚽️ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏈 IVC Flag Football Standout Crystal Cervantes Commits to University of Redlands

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

🌟🏪🎉Irvine’s Best Kept Secrets: Is Your Business One of Them?

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

A photon checks into a hotel and is asked if he needs any help with his luggage.

He answers, “No, I’m travelling light.”

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

Irvine Welcomes U.S. Men’s National Team Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

Irvine welcomed the U.S. Men’s National Team to Great Park on June 8 for a special community training session ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event, which was the only public opportunity to watch the team practice at Great Park, featured remarks from City and U.S. Soccer representatives and was open to ticket holders selected through a lottery. Great Park was chosen as the USMNT’s official Team Base Camp because of its world-class facilities and proximity to SoFi Stadium, where the team opens World Cup play against Paraguay on June 12.

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with Air Supply and Fireworks at Great Park Live

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the Pacific Symphony’s July 4 Spectacular on July 4 at Great Park Live in Irvine. The evening features patriotic orchestral favorites, a special performance by pop-rock duo Air Supply as part of their A Matter of Time Tour, and a fireworks finale.

Fresh Masumoto Peaches Coming to Tanaka Farms

Tanaka Farms is partnering with Masumoto Family Farm to bring their popular peaches to Irvine. Online orders open today, Thursday, June 11 at 4 p.m., with pickup on Saturday, June 13 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A limited number of peaches will be available for in-person purchase on June 13.

The Market Place Hosts Summer Fun Fest for Kids and Families

The Market Place is hosting its Summer Fun Fest from June 13 through August 1, with family-friendly activities including games, crafts, music, and more. The first event takes place Saturday, June 13, from 12–2 p.m. at Paradise Park near Regal Edwards Market Place.

Stay Hydrated This Summer: Signs of Dehydration to Watch For

Dehydration occurs when your body loses more fluids than it takes in, which can affect your energy, focus, and overall health. Common causes include hot weather, sweating, illness, alcohol consumption, and physical activity. Staying hydrated throughout the day and recognizing early warning signs can help prevent more serious health issues and keep you feeling your best.

Signs to Watch For

  • Increased thirst or dry mouth

  • Fatigue, dizziness, or weakness

  • Dark-colored urine or less frequent urination

  • Headaches or confusion

  • Muscle cramps

Helpful Hydration Tips

  • Drink water regularly throughout the day

  • Increase fluid intake during hot weather or exercise

  • Consider electrolyte drinks when needed

  • Limit alcohol, which can contribute to fluid loss

  • Stay mindful of hydration when traveling to higher elevations

  • Listen to your body and don't ignore signs of dehydration

When to Seek Medical Care

  • Symptoms become severe or do not improve with fluids

  • Persistent dizziness or confusion

  • Fainting or rapid heartbeat

  • Difficulty keeping fluids down

Hit the Trails After Dark on Crystal Cove’s Almost Full Moon Hike

Explore Crystal Cove State Park after dark on a guided Almost Full Moon Hike on Friday, June 26, from 8–10 p.m. Led by a park naturalist, this 4-mile interpretive hike features scenic nighttime views along a moderate-to-difficult trail with uneven terrain and a 600-foot elevation gain.

Concordia Wind Orchestra Academy Returns to Irvine July 1–5

The Concordia Wind Orchestra Academy returns to Concordia University Irvine from July 1–5, offering a week of musical immersion, learning, and performance opportunities for wind orchestra students. The academy provides an opportunity for young musicians to develop their skills while connecting with fellow performers in a collegiate setting.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

No further events scheduled for this month.

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

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

No further events scheduled for this month.

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

Upcoming Irvine High Choral’s Music Calendar

No further events scheduled for this month.

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

Upcoming Portola High School Music’s Calendar

No further events scheduled for this month.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.phsmusicbooster.org/buy-ticket

Low-Cost Pet Vaccine and Microchip Clinics Coming to Irvine

The Irvine Animal Care Center is partnering with HEART and Vet Care Vaccination Services to offer low-cost vaccines and microchipping for pets. Clinics will be held at the Irvine Animal Care Center parking lot on Tuesday, June 23, from 5:30–8:30 p.m. (reservations required) and Saturday, June 27, from 9–11 a.m. (first come, first served). The clinics aim to make essential pet care more affordable while helping keep pets safe, healthy, and protected year-round.

UC Irvine's Joy Anderson and Jolie Robinson Set for NCAA Heptathlon Championships

UC Irvine freshmen Joy Anderson and senior Jolie Robinson will compete in the heptathlon at the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships June 12-13 in Eugene, Oregon. Anderson enters as the Big West champion and school-record holder, while Robinson is a four-time All-Big West performer and former conference champion. UC Irvine is one of only three schools with multiple heptathlon qualifiers at this year's national meet.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

We will resume with UCI’s athletic calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall quarter.

IVC Flag Football Standout Crystal Cervantes Commits to University of Redlands

Irvine Valley College standout Crystal Cervantes has committed to the University of Redlands, becoming the third Laser to join the Bulldogs. Cervantes helped IVC win the Orange Empire Conference Tournament title and finish the season with a 15-4 record and a national ranking as high as No. 5.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

We will resume with IVC’s athletic calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall semester.

High School Athletics Calendar

We will resume with the high school athletic calendars after the summer break

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

We will resume with the varsity home game events after the summer break

Irvine’s Best Kept Secrets: Is Your Business One of Them?

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  • Kaiser Permanente Irvine Farmers Market

  • Saturday Farmers Market at Mariners Church Irvine

    • When: Saturday, 8 AM - 12 PM

    • Where: 5428 Bonita Canyon Dr, Irvine, CA 92603

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    • Where: 33 Irvine Valley, Irvine, CA 92604

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    • When: Daily, 9 AM - 5 PM

    • Where: 5380 3/4 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612

    • More Info:Tanaka Farms

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