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Concert on the Lake Returns to Woodbridge This Saturday, July 26

Issue # 0450

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Joshua Tjia
24 Jul

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🌳🏡 Irvine Council Postpones Decision on Golf Course Ballot Measure

🎶🌾 Concert on the Lake Returns to Woodbridge This Saturday, July 26

🍱🍚 Taiko Japanese Restaurant to Serve Unagi Favorites at Umami Fest This Weekend

🌸🍑🌸 Last Chance to Get Masumoto Sun Crest Peaches at Tanaka Farms

🎬 Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Hits the Big Screen at Hicks Canyon July 25

🥒🍉 Cool Down with Fruit, Smoothies & More: Your Summer Food Guide

🎶🐦‍⬛ Discover the Joy of Birding by Sound at Bommer Canyon

⭐️ Star Wars in Concert: Live Orchestra Brings The Force Awakens to Life

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐇🎩 A Magical Companion Awaits: Meet Houdini the Bunny Today

🏃🏽‍♂️ UCI Men’s Track Earns Academic Team Honors, Two Athletes Recognized

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚓 Irvine Officer Assists in Stolen Vehicle Arrest Near Newport Beach

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

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The synonym rolls are amazing.

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

Irvine Council Postpones Decision on Golf Course Ballot Measure

Irvine’s planned 2025 ballot measure on whether to preserve or redevelop the Oak Creek Golf Course may be delayed to 2026 due to environmental review requirements under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

  • At the July 22 City Council meeting, members opted not to finalize ballot language and instead asked the city attorney to return in August with two possible measures—one on citywide open space protections and another specifically addressing Oak Creek.

  • The Irvine Company has proposed replacing the 193-acre golf course with 3,100 homes and public amenities in exchange for 315 acres of open space elsewhere.

  • The council will revisit the issue on August 12.

Concert on the Lake Returns to Woodbridge This Saturday, July 26

The Woodbridge Village Association is hosting its next Concert on the Lake on Saturday, July 26 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. It’s a perfect evening to gather with friends and family for live music, dancing, and a relaxing picnic on the lawn. Don’t miss this fun community event!

Taiko Japanese Restaurant to Serve Unagi Favorites at Umami Fest This Weekend

Taiko Japanese Restaurant will be serving up a trio of unagi dishes at the upcoming Umami Fest in Irvine's West Park Plaza.

  • Featured favorites include a charcoal-grilled eel bowl (Unadon), crispy unagi skewer, and a tamago x unagi hand roll.

  • Catch them on Saturday, July 26 (11am–7pm) and Sunday, July 27 (11am–6pm) for a smoky, savory summer flavor experience.

Last Chance to Get Masumoto Sun Crest Peaches at Tanaka Farms

Tanaka Farms is offering the final opportunity this year to purchase Masumoto Sun Crest Peaches—a seasonal favorite known for their sweet, juicy flavor.

  • Online orders open Friday, July 25 at 4:00 PM, with pickup scheduled for Saturday, July 26 between 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM.

  • Due to high demand, these typically sell out in under a minute. For those hoping to purchase in person, a very limited quantity will be available at the Produce Stand starting at 9:00 AM on Saturday, with the parking lot opening at 7:30 AM.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Hits the Big Screen at Hicks Canyon July 25

Enjoy a family-friendly movie night under the stars at Hicks Canyon this summer! Bring blankets, low-back chairs, and a picnic, or grab bites from food trucks starting at 6 p.m. Movies begin after sunset. The next showing will be of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 on July 25.

Cool Down with Fruit, Smoothies & More: Your Summer Food Guide

When summer temperatures soar, the right foods can help you stay cool and energized. Choosing light, hydrating options not only keeps you refreshed but also supports your overall well-being during hot days.

What to Eat to Stay Cool This Summer:

  • Fresh Fruits – Naturally hydrating and packed with vitamins.

  • Hydrating Beverages – water, herbal teas, and electrolyte drinks.

  • Light Salads – Crisp and nutritious.

  • Refreshing Smoothies – A chilled, nutrient-rich treat.

  • Water-Rich Veggies – Cucumbers, celery, and more to keep hydration up.

Discover the Joy of Birding by Sound at Bommer Canyon

Join a guided birding experience at Bommer Canyon that highlights the power of sound in identifying local bird species. This program welcomes participants of all abilities, including those with visual impairments.

  • The event begins at the Cattle Camp with an introduction to recognizing bird vocalizations by pitch, tone, and pattern, followed by a half-mile walk along a maintained dirt trail.

  • No prior experience is necessary. Participants are kindly encouraged to wear comfortable clothing, bring water, and bring any personal birding equipment—extra binoculars will be available.

Star Wars in Concert: Live Orchestra Brings The Force Awakens to Life

Experience Star Wars: The Force Awakens like never before at SummerFest’s "In Concert" screening on August 2, at 8:00 PM at Great Park Live in Irvine. Watch the full-length film with a live orchestral performance as Rey, Finn, Han Solo, and Chewbacca join forces to help the Resistance stop the First Order and locate Luke Skywalker.

We will resume with the high school music calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall semester.

A Magical Companion Awaits: Meet Houdini the Bunny Today

Meet Houdini, a lively and affectionate bunny looking for a forever home at the Irvine Animal Care Center! With his playful personality and fluffy charm, he’s sure to bring a little extra joy to your day.

Learn more here.

UCI Men’s Track Earns Academic Team Honors, Two Athletes Recognized

UC Irvine men’s track & field team has been named a USTFCCCA All-Academic Team for the fifth time in six years, recognizing their cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

  • Individually, Kenechukwu Okonkwo (biological sciences) and Joshua Schuld (business administration) earned their first USTFCCCA All-Academic honors.

  • Okonkwo reached the NCAA West First Round in the triple jump with a school No. 2 mark of 15.83m, while Schuld posted UCI’s best steeplechase time since 1985 and notched three wins in a breakout season.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

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

🏐⚽🏀 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.

We will resume with the high school athletic calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall semester.

Irvine Officer Assists in Stolen Vehicle Arrest Near Newport Beach

On Friday, an Irvine police officer en route to Newport Beach for training responded to a broadcast about a stolen vehicle out of Huntington Beach. The officer located the vehicle, and with assistance from Newport Beach Police, detained the suspect. Huntington Beach Police Department later took the individual into custody.

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

July 12 - End of August Tanaka Farms Melong Tasting Tours

July 26 Umami Summerfest 11 AM - 7 PM

July 26 Woodbridge Concert on the Lake 5:30 - 7:30 PM

July 26 Spectrum Silent Disco 6 - 9 PM

July 26 - 27 Tokyo Central Irvine Store Grand Opening 10 AM - 10 PM

July 27 Umami Summerfest 11 am - 6 pm

July 29 Library Card Sign-Up Event 4:30 - 6:30 PM

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