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Celebrate Mother’s Day with Farm-Fresh Meals at Tanaka Farms, May 10–11

Issue # 0404

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Joshua Tjia
09 May

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🚓🚦 Irvine Police Issue 43 Citations for Distracted Driving on Culver Drive

🫜💐🫜 Celebrate Mother’s Day with Farm-Fresh Meals at Tanaka Farms, May 10–11

🚦⚠️ Traffic Signal Work at Jeffrey & Alton Scheduled for May 12

🍫🍓 Chocolate Bash Offers BOGO 50% Off Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cups

🚌🌟 IUSD Leads OC in $2,500 National Merit Scholarships with Nine Recipients

🌯🥪 4 Easy, Kid-Friendly Recipes That Help Children Enjoy More Vegetables

🌸🌱 Owl’s Clover: A Vibrant Native Wildflower Vital to Pollinators and Endangered Butterflies

🎨 Celebrate Student Creativity at IUSD’s Honors Art Show – Free Event May 16–17

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐈‍⬛👜 Protect Your Pets: Stay Safe with This Emergency Kit Go-Bag Checklist

🎾 UCI Men’s Tennis Star Andy Nguyen Named Anteater of the Week After NCAA Win

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏀 Santiago Boys Basketball Coach Resigns, Joins Crean Lutheran

🏈🎾 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

What do you call a mama cow who’s always on time?

A moo-ther of punctuality!

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

Irvine Police Issue 43 Citations for Distracted Driving on Culver Drive

On the morning of May 8, Irvine Police conducted a High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) operation on Culver Drive between Alton Parkway and Irvine Boulevard. Officers targeted distracted driving and other hazardous behaviors. A total of 43 citations were issued—most for illegal cell phone use. Authorities emphasize that even brief distractions behind the wheel can have dangerous consequences.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Farm-Fresh Meals at Tanaka Farms, May 10–11

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Tanaka Farms in Irvine with two special events:

  • Mother’s Day Breakfast on Saturday May 10 from 7:00–9:30 a.m.

  • Hilltop Luncheon on Sunday, May 11 from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Enjoy fresh air, farm-to-table food, and family-friendly fun. Spots are limited, so early reservations are recommended.

Traffic Signal Work at Jeffrey & Alton Scheduled for May 12

On Monday, May 12, traffic signal maintenance will take place at Jeffrey Road and Alton Parkway between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. The signal will be turned off or in red flash mode, likely causing delays. Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes.

Chocolate Bash Offers BOGO 50% Off Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cups

Chocolate Bash is offering a BOGO 50% off deal on 16oz Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cups. Buy one and get the second half off now through May 31. Perfect for sharing—don’t miss out!

IUSD Leads OC in $2,500 National Merit Scholarships with Nine Recipients

Nine students from the Irvine Unified School District have been awarded $2,500 National Merit Scholarships, the highest number among school districts in Orange County. This recognition comes during the second of three phases in the National Merit Scholarship Program, which honors students for academic excellence, leadership, and contributions to their communities.

More details are available at iusd.org/NMSC2025.

4 Easy, Kid-Friendly Recipes That Help Children Enjoy More Vegetables

Feeding vegetables to picky kids doesn’t have to be a struggle. Experts recommend repeated exposure—whether through growing, shopping for, or cooking with veggies—as a way to increase acceptance. Start with small portions and involve kids in food prep to build interest and familiarity. UCI Health experts and chefs share four family-friendly, nutritious recipes that help sneak in or highlight vegetables:

  1. Cheesy Egg and Veggie Breakfast Quesadilla – Kids help prep this protein-packed breakfast with eggs, cheese, and sautéed veggies.

  2. Veggie Chicken Nuggets – Carrots and cauliflower, broccoli, or zucchini are hidden inside baked nuggets for a vitamin-rich twist on a kid favorite.

  3. Sweet Potato Fries with Maple Ketchup – Baked for crispness, these fries are rich in fiber and paired with a homemade ketchup sweetened with maple syrup.

  4. Veggie Stir-Fry with Rice – This colorful dish combines fresh, crunchy vegetables with optional chicken, steak, or tofu and a flavorful sauce, served over rice.

Find the recipes here

Owl’s Clover: A Vibrant Native Wildflower Vital to Pollinators and Endangered Butterflies

Owl’s Clover is a striking pink-purple wildflower native to Southern California that brightens grasslands each spring and attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies. Uniquely hemiparasitic, it draws nutrients from nearby plant roots while still photosynthesizing, allowing it to thrive in varied environments. It also plays an essential role in the ecosystem as a host plant for the endangered Bay checkerspot butterfly.

Celebrate Student Creativity at IUSD’s Honors Art Show – Free Event May 16–17

The third Annual District Honors Art Show will feature over 600 pieces of artwork by IUSD students from preschool through 12th grade.

  • The free public event will take place at Portola High School on May 16 (4–8 p.m.) and May 17 (10 a.m.–3 p.m.).

  • A panel of judges will select 30 standout works to be displayed at the Laguna Art Museum.

More details are available at iusd.org/HonorsArtShow2025.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. May 10th, 4-7:00 PM: Instrumental Music Awards and Reception, NHS Theater

  2. May 16th, 5:30 PM: Jazz at the Oak, NHS Oak

  3. May 21st - 22nd, 7:00 PM: POPS Concerts, NHS Theater

  4. May 30th, 7:00 PM: POPS Gala, NHS Theater

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

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

No upcoming events

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. May 8-9, 7:00 - 9:00 PM: Instrumental Pops Concerts

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

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. May 10, 7:00 PM: Open Mic Night, Black Box.

  2. May 30, 7:00 PM: Broadway Rocks Concert, 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. May 16, 6:30 - 9:30 PM: Pops Concert (PAC)

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

Protect Your Pets: Stay Safe with This Emergency Kit Go-Bag Checklist

Having a pet go-bag ready can make all the difference in an emergency. It helps ensure that pets stay safe, comfortable, and well-cared for during unexpected situations. A go-bag should include:

  • Food and water for 14 days

  • Medication for 14 days

  • Leash and collar/harness with ID tags

  • Crate or carrier with bedding

  • Comfort items (toys, blanket, etc.)

  • Your veterinarian’s contact info and pet’s medical records

  • Pet first aid kit

  • Recent photos of you with your pet

  • Cat litter, litter boxes, and trash bags

UCI Men’s Tennis Star Andy Nguyen Named Anteater of the Week After NCAA Win

UC Irvine sophomore Andy Nguyen was named Sgt. Pepperoni’s Anteater of the Week, after defeating No. 83 Savriyan Danilov in the NCAA first-round match against No. 7 San Diego. Despite UCI's 4-2 loss, Nguyen capped a standout season with a 17-2 singles record, three ranked wins, and first-team All-Big West honors. The 'Eaters won their second consecutive Big West title and finished 18-6 overall—their best season since 2015—remaining in the ITA top-50 since February.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Baseball

  • Thur, May 15 – vs Cal State Fullerton, 6:00 PM

  • Fri, May 16 – vs Cal State Fullerton, 6:00 PM

  • Sat, May 17 – vs Cal State Fullerton, 1:00 PM

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

No upcoming events

Santiago Boys Basketball Coach Resigns, Joins Crean Lutheran

After leading Santiago High School to its first-ever CIF boys basketball championship in March, head coach Matt Moorhouse has stepped down after eight years to become an assistant coach under newly named head coach Austin Loeb at Crean Lutheran. Moorhouse, who guided the team to a 64-49 victory over Ramona in the CIF 4AA final, called his time at Santiago “unbelievable” and praised the support he received from the district, adding that the new opportunity at Crean Lutheran feels like the right next step.

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With May Schedule

Northwood High School Monthly Athletics Calendar (All Level)

No upcoming events

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

No upcoming events

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

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Click the link below and fill out the Local Business Spotlight Application Form to be featured and let’s celebrate the spirit of Irvine together!

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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

  • Great Park Certified Farmers Market

  • Manassero Farmers

    • When: Daily, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

    • Where: 33 Irvine Valley, Irvine, CA 92604

  • Tanaka Farms

    • When: Daily, 9 AM - 5 PM

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

    • More Info:Tanaka Farms

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