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Cool Off with a Splash-In Movie Night at William Woollett Aquatics Center

Issue # 0688

Author

Joshua Tjia
14 Aug

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh of the Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🍰🤸🏻👞 Fitness, Food and Local Favorites at Harvard Place

🍿🌳 Bring the Family for a Free Outdoor Showing of Jumanji on August 21

🥥🥭 Tastea Introduces New Coconut Dreams Drinks

🏊🎬 Cool Off with a Splash-In Movie Night at William Woollett Aquatics Center

🩺 How Diet, Exercise and Healthy Habits Can Reduce Stroke Risk

🌸🌱A Low-Maintenance California Native for Drought-Tolerant Gardens

🖍️ Relax and Unwind at Heritage Park Library's Adult Coloring Night on August 19

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐕🐈Clear the Shelters Continues at Irvine Animal Care Center

🏀 UC Irvine Women’s Basketball Welcomes New Assistant Coach

🏀🏐🎾⚽️ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚓🚨 Irvine Police Arrest Two Suspects in Catalytic Converter Thefts

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

Where do you learn to make ice cream?

Sundae school.

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

Fitness, Food and Local Favorites at Harvard Place

Harvard Place Shopping Center is home to a variety of local businesses offering fitness, food, desserts and neighborhood services. Here are four spots that have become part of the Irvine community.

  • Co-Op Pilates: Opened by Jessi Midstokke in 2022, the Pilates studio focuses on creating a welcoming place where people of different fitness levels can exercise, connect and feel comfortable. The studio now serves more than 200 members and clients and also hosts workshops and community events.

  • Poached Neighborhood Kitchen: Opened by Jim Papantonopoulos in 2020, this neighborhood breakfast, brunch and lunch spot is known for fresh, egg-focused dishes and a family-friendly atmosphere.

  • James Shoe Repair: James and Linda Chon have operated this longtime shoe repair shop since 1989. Known for detailed craftsmanship and friendly service, the business has attracted customers from Irvine and as far away as Las Vegas and San Diego.

  • Cheesetella: Opened by David Yeh in 2021, this dessert shop specializes in Japanese-style castella sponge cake, including its signature version with melted cheese. It also offers soufflé-style cheesecakes in flavors such as original, ube and weekend matcha.

Bring the Family for a Free Outdoor Showing of Jumanji on August 21

Enjoy a free outdoor screening of Jumanji (1995) at Irvine Regional Park on Friday, August 21. Pre-show activities begin at 6 p.m. with character meet-and-greets, DJ games and photo opportunities, followed by the movie after sunset. Admission and parking are free, and food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Tastea Introduces New Coconut Dreams Drinks

Tastea’s Coconut Dreams drinks are now available at all locations, featuring the Avocado Coconut Dream with avocado, coconut milk, whole milk, and mochi sago, and the Mango Coconut Dream with mango, jasmine green tea, coconut milk, and mochi sago.

Customers can get a free sticker with a Coconut Dreams purchase while supplies last, and Tastea Rewards members can redeem either drink for 500 points through August 20.

Cool Off with a Splash-In Movie Night at William Woollett Aquatics Center

Join the family fun at Irvine’s Splash-In Movie & Recreation Swim on Saturday, August 29, at William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center. Swimming begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by a screening of The Lorax at 7:15 p.m. Admission is $2.50 for children and $5 for adults, with swimming activities and a life jacket exchange available while supplies last.

How Diet, Exercise and Healthy Habits Can Reduce Stroke Risk

Many strokes may be preventable through healthy lifestyle changes and managing risk factors such as high blood pressure. UCI Health stroke specialist Dr. Wengui Yu recommends focusing on everyday habits that support heart and brain health.

  • Limit salt: Too much sodium can raise blood pressure, a major risk factor for stroke.

  • Eat well: Aim for plenty of fruits and vegetables and include fish two to three times a week.

  • Stay active: Try to get at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise each day.

  • Stay hydrated: Drink enough water throughout the day to help prevent dehydration.

  • Avoid smoking: Smoking greatly increases stroke risk, and secondhand smoke can also be harmful.

  • Limit alcohol: Keeping alcohol intake low can help reduce health risks.

  • Manage health conditions: Work with your healthcare provider to control high blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes and atrial fibrillation.

  • Know BE FAST: Watch for sudden Balance problems, Eye or vision changes, Face drooping, Arm weakness or Speech difficulty. Time matters — call 9-1-1 immediately if these symptoms occur, even if they go away.

A Low-Maintenance California Native for Drought-Tolerant Gardens

Meet De la Mina verbena, a California native known for its fragrant foliage and soft purple flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators. It grows well in well-draining soil, needs little water during summer, and is a colorful, low-maintenance choice for drought-tolerant gardens.

Relax and Unwind at Heritage Park Library's Adult Coloring Night on August 19

Join Adult Color Break at Heritage Park Library on Wednesday, August 19, from 6–7 p.m. Adults can relax and unwind with an hour of coloring and creativity. Coloring pages and supplies will be provided, or participants can bring their own favorites.

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

Clear the Shelters Continues at Irvine Animal Care Center

The Irvine Animal Care Center’s Clear the Shelters campaign continues throughout August, with adoption fees waived for its longest-resident pets. Visitors can look for the purple event icon on kennel cards to meet eligible pets who may be the perfect new hiking buddy, playful friend, or cozy couch companion.

Learn more here

UC Irvine Women’s Basketball Welcomes New Assistant Coach

UC Irvine women’s basketball is welcoming Zykera Rice as a new assistant coach for the 2026-27 season. Rice brings experience as a former Gonzaga player, a professional player in Europe, and a coach at the college and AAU levels.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men’s Soccer

  • Sat, Aug 15 - Pro Showcase, 12:00 PM

Women’s Volleyball

  • Sat, Aug 15 - vs USC, 12:00 PM

Women’s Soccer

  • Sat, Aug 15 - vs Concordia Irvine, 6:00 PM

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

Women’s Soccer

  • Tue, Aug 25 - vs Norco, 3:00 PM

Women’s Volleyball

  • Sat, Aug 15 - vs Alumni, 10:00 AM

  • Fri, Aug 21 - vs Chaffey, TBA

  • Fri, Aug 21 - Scrimmage Tournament, 9:00 AM

High School Athletics Calendar

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Updated with August Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

August 2026

Friday, August 14

  • Football - 5:00 PM vs Pacifica/Garden Grove

Irvine Police Arrest Two Suspects in Catalytic Converter Thefts

Irvine police arrested two men in connection with the theft of catalytic converters from four vehicles in May. Police said the suspects initially escaped after leading officers on a pursuit, but detectives later identified them through an investigation and surveillance. Christopher Leon Estrada, 20, of Anaheim, and Miguel Villalobos, 21, of Los Angeles, were arrested on multiple theft and evading charges. Police said both were driving stolen vehicles when arrested, and detectives found cutting tools, masks, gloves, and a key programmer.

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

We know our community is brimming with businesses that have fascinating stories and big hearts. If you’re a local business owner making waves, crafting unique experiences, or simply putting a smile on our faces, we want to chat with you! “Irvine Insider” is eager to shine a light on the unsung heroes of our city. Let’s collaborate and let the community know what makes your business special.

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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