In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🏆 Todd Spitzer Honored with Royalty Award by OCTaxpayers Association!

📈 Kajabi Users Surpass $6 Billion in Sales; Targets $9 Billion GMV for 2024

💧🌾Discover Water Recycling: Join the IRWD Community Tour!

🩰 Dive into Midnight Magic! Cinderella's Enchanting World Coming to the Irvine Barclay Theatre!

🎄🎁 Spread Holiday: Cheer Grinch Items Wanted for Military Festivity

❄A Timeless Holiday Tradition: Experience the Grandeur of 'The Nutcracker' by ABT at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts

💵 Proposed Bills Could Break the 2% Sales Tax Cap: What This Means for Californians

🏘 Is California's Stable Property Tax System at Risk with the New Land Value Tax Proposal?

🏡 Orange County in Focus: Discover Housing Barriers and More at the Annual Community Report Launch.

🥾 Come Explore These #Landmarks Every Day Of The Week - 7-day Access Trails

⚽ UC Irvine Continues Undefeated Streak Against Bakersfield with Impressive 5-1 victory

🤽‍♂️ ⚽🏐 UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏐 Irvine Valley Women's Volleyball Seals Victory in Orange Empire Conference Showdown

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Varsity Athletics: Football Face-offs and Sports Calendar 

⌛🛡️⚙️ Beware of Phishing Emails: Think Twice Before Clicking Attachments

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

Why don't ghosts like to go out in the rain?

Answer: Because it dampens their spirits!!

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

Todd Spitzer Honored with Royalty Award by OCTaxpayers Association!

Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer received the Royalty Award, a top honor for his dedication to public safety and taxpayer advocacy. The event was hosted by OCTaxpayers Association to celebrate regional taxpayer champions.

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Kajabi Users Surpass $6 Billion in Sales; Targets $9 Billion GMV for 2024

Irvine's Kajabi LLC reported that its users have made $6 billion in sales through its website services. With 60,000 clients, the average user earns $37,000 yearly. The company's GMV hit $5 billion this year, targeting $9 billion in 2024, marking a 1,500% rise since 2017. CEO Abad Khan emphasized their commitment to launching more tools for users to grow online businesses. In 2021, Kajabi had over $100 million in recurring revenue.

Kajabi is the industry leader in providing a comprehensive platform for content creators to monetize their expertise and engage with their audience. Here's a brief description and some of its strengths:

Description: Kajabi allows content creators to create and sell online courses, coaching programs, memberships, podcasts, and more. It provides an all-in-one solution to turn knowledge into a profitable online business.

Strengths:

• Versatility: Offers tools for online courses, coaching, podcasts, memberships, and communities.

• Monetization: Enables creators to earn through various streams such as courses, memberships, podcasts, and coaching.

• Ownership: Allows creators to unify their brand, content, and audience in one place without the need for coding.

• Support: Provides 24/7 live support, a creator community, live webinars, and extensive training resources through Kajabi University.

• Marketing and Engagement: Features include email marketing, landing pages, and tools to move followers off social media to build a direct relationship.

• Comprehensive Business Tools: Offers commerce tools, an AI hub for product creation, and an upcoming Creator Studio for content creation.

This platform is designed to empower creators to diversify their revenue streams, build their brand, and turn their audience into loyal customers.

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Discover Water Recycling: Join the IRWD Community Tour!

Join our community tour to learn about water recycling and IRWD's environmental efforts. The tour involves 3 miles of walking, so wear closed-toe shoes. Activities include a microscope demo, discussions, tours of the recycling plant and wildlife sanctuary, a look at the energy recovery facility, videos, Q&A, and lunch. It's free for IRWD customers with registration. Date: Oct 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Location: Michelson Water Recycling Plant, Irvine.

Fine out more here

Dive into Midnight Magic! Cinderella's Enchanting World Coming to the Irvine Barclay Theatre!

Dive into the enchanting Cinderella ballet, part of the World Ballet Series. Performed live by 40 professional dancers, this visually captivating show features Prokofiev's celebrated score, 150+ hand-sewn costumes, intricate sets, and choreography by Marina Kesler. Suitable for ages 3 and up. Remember, magic happens at midnight!

1. Wed. Nov. 8, 2023 at 7pm

2. Thurs. Nov. 9, 2023 at 7pm

Click here to watch the trailer

Get tickets here

Spread Holiday Cheer: Grinch Items Wanted for Military Festivity

Seeking Grinch-themed donations for a military holiday party. Accepting new, used, or handmade decorations like ornaments, posters, and inflatables. Donations are tax deductible. Contact: [email protected] for details.

Click here to find out more about Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee, Inc.

#irvine211marines #WeAreIrvine #nonprofitorganization #nonprofit #militaryfamily #grinchmas #grinchchristmas #irvine #irvinecalifornia #irvineca

A Timeless Holiday Tradition: Experience the Grandeur of 'The Nutcracker' by ABT at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts

The American Ballet Theatre's production of "The Nutcracker," choreographed by Alexei Ratmansky, is highly praised by critics and features stunning sets, costumes, and Tchaikovsky’s classic score. The story follows Clara's magical journey with a nutcracker prince, showcasing over 100 performers on stage. Special "Sweet Seats" tickets for weekend shows offer prime seating, a keepsake ornament, a collectible poster, a holiday cookie, and a tote bag. A must-see holiday tradition!

Click here to see the intro video

Get tickets here

Proposed Bills Could Break the 2% Sales Tax Cap: What This Means for Californians

California lawmakers are considering allowing higher local sales tax rates, which could raise the cost of living. Historically, a 2% cap was placed on local sales taxes to prevent excessive burdens on consumers and businesses. Despite this, some areas in California already exceed this cap, with rates up to 10.75%. Proposed bills aim to allow more regions, including Los Angeles County, to surpass this cap. The California Taxpayers Association opposes these hikes, highlighting potential job losses and economic harm. Increased sales taxes could drive businesses away, as they face higher costs, especially in sectors like manufacturing and film. While most states have lower sales tax rates, California's proposed hikes could also raise costs for government agencies. The author, Joan Armenta-Roberts, urges residents to voice their concerns against these potential tax increases.

Learn more here

Is California's Stable Property Tax System at Risk with the New Land Value Tax Proposal?

California has the highest tax rates in many areas but maintains a stable property tax rate due to Prop 13, set in 1978, which caps annual property tax increases at 2%. Assembly member Lee recently proposed AB 362, suggesting a shift to a "land value tax" system. This system would tax the market value of land but not buildings, potentially undermining Prop 13's protections. The goal is to encourage land development, which could lead to commercialization of high-value areas like the coastline. Polls show strong support for Prop 13, with 57% of Californians in a 2018 survey finding it beneficial. A land value tax might result in businesses moving out of California, increasing costs for residents, and reducing job opportunities. Prop 13 currently ensures stable revenue for local governments and schools.

Learn more here

Orange County in Focus: Discover Housing Barriers and More at the Annual Community Report Launch.

The Orange County Community Indicators Report, an annual tool since 2010, assesses the performance of the nation's 6th largest county, covering topics like education, health, and the economy. The OC Forum and Orange County Business Council (OCBC) will unveil this year's findings on November 7th, with a special focus on Housing Barriers. The report is a collaboration between major Orange County organizations. The event will feature discussions with industry experts, including Rick Reiff and Wallace Walrod. Notable partners this year are leaders from Orange County United Way, Orange County Business Council, and more. Sponsorship opportunities are available for the event, offering benefits like premium seating and brand exposure. RSVP for an informative afternoon on Orange County's current state.

Learn more here

Come Explore These #Landmarks Every Day Of The Week - 7-day Access Trails

🏞️ Bommer Canyon - 7 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Buck Gully Reserve - Dawn to dusk

🏞️ Crystal Cove State Park - 6 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Irvine Regional Park - Fall/Winter Hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Spring/Summer Hours: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

🏞️ Laguna Coast Wilderness Park - 7 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Peters Canyon Regional Park - 7 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Quail Hill - 7 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Santiago Oaks Regional Park - 7 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park - 7 a.m. to sunset

Happy hiking! 🥾🌄

UC Irvine Continues Undefeated Streak Against Bakersfield with Impressive 5-1 victory

UC Irvine women's soccer team defeated Cal State Bakersfield 5-1 at Main Soccer Field. The Anteaters dominated with a season-high 26 shots, and the match's first goal came in the 27th minute. The second half saw UCI score four goals within 3:20 minutes, with Desiree Mendoza netting two in the 52nd minute. Mendoza's goals marked her 9th and 10th career goals. Tati Fung set a program record with four assists, while Madison Goerlinger and Emilie Castagna also scored. Alyssa Moore contributed with two assists, and Chloe Ragon scored her first goal since 2021. The Roadrunners managed to score a penalty in the 84th minute. UCI remains undefeated against Cal State Bakersfield with a record of 3-0-1.

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UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

• THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26TH, 2023

  • Women's Soccer vs UC Davis - 7:00 PM

• FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27TH, 2023

  • Women's Volleyball vs UC Santa Barbara - 6:00 p.m.

• SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28TH, 2023

  • Men's Water Polo vs UC Davis - 12 p.m.

  • Women's Volleyball vs Cal Poly - 4:00 p.m.

  • Men's Soccer vs UC San Diego - 6:00 PM

• FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD, 2023

  • Men's Basketball vs Cal State San Marcos - 7:00 PM - EXHIBITION

• WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH, 2023

  • Men's Water Polo vs Concordia Irvine - 6 p.m.

• THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH, 2023

  • Women's Volleyball vs Cal State Fullerton - 6:00 p.m.

• FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH, 2023

  • Women's Volleyball vs Hawai'i - 6:00 p.m.

• SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11TH, 2023

  • Women's Basketball vs Seattle U - 2:00 PM

  • Men's Basketball vs New Mexico State - 7:00 PM

• FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH, 2023

  • Men's Basketball vs Occidental College - 7:00 PM

• MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH, 2023

  • Women's Basketball vs Eastern Washington University - 6:00 PM

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Irvine Valley Women's Volleyball Seals Victory in Orange Empire Conference Showdown

The No. 7 state-ranked Irvine Valley women's volleyball team defeated the Rustlers 25-14, 23-25, 25-19, 25-23 in the second round of the Orange Empire Conference. They improved their record to 14-2 overall and 8-1 in the conference. Key players included Natalia Brandlin with 15 kills and seven blocks, and Tessa Marocco and Ava Guenther each with 13 kills. Mia Bertolone contributed 48 assists, and Audrey Fowler had 17 digs.

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🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Women’s Soccer:

1. Fri Oct 20 - vs Golden West * 3:00 PM

2. Tue Oct 31 vs Santiago Canyon at 3:00 PM

Women’s Basketball:

1. Fri Oct 20 - vs San Diego Mesa (Scrimmage) - 12:30 PM (Home)

Men’s Soccer:

1. Tue Oct 24 - vs Fullerton * 3:00 PM

2. Fri, Oct 27: vs Orange Coast (Sophomore match) at 3:00 PM

Men’s Basketball:

1. Thu Oct 26 - vs Home scrimmage - Visiting teams are San Diego City and Chaffey

2. Thu Oct 26 - vs Chaffey - Irvine Valley/San Diego City 3way at 4:00 PM

3. Thu Nov 09 - vs Ventura. Irvine Valley Classic. Time: 7:00 PM

4. Sat Nov 11 - vs IVC Classic. IVC Classic. Time: TBA

5. Wed Nov 15 - vs San Diego Miramar. Time: 7:00 PM

High School Athletics Calendar -

** Updated With November Schedule

Northwood High School Monthly Athletics Calendar (All Level)

University High School Monthly Athletics Calendar (All Level)

Woodbridge High School Monthly Athletics Calendar (All Level)

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

October 2023

Monday, 23 October

- 03:30 PM: Flag Football, Girls (VR) vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Stadium

Wednesday, 25 October

- 01:00 PM: Tennis, Girls (VR) vs. TBA - League Finals (Individual) at Irvine High School Heritage Park

Friday, 27 October

- 07:00 PM: Traditional Competitive Cheer (VR) vs. University at Irvine High School Stadium

- 07:00 PM: Football (11 person) (VR) vs. University at Irvine High School Stadium

November 2023

Wednesday, 08 November

- Water Polo, Boys (VR) vs. TBA - CIF SEMI-FINALS at Woolett Pool

Saturday, 11 November

- Water Polo, Boys (VR) vs. TBA - CIF FINALS at Woolett Pool

Thursday, 16 November

- 05:30 PM: Basketball, Girls (VR) vs. Foothill/Santa Ana at Irvine High School Game Gym

Wednesday, 22 November

- 05:00 PM: Soccer, Boys (VR) vs. TBA at Irvine High School Stadium

Monday, 27 November

- 05:00 PM: Soccer, Boys (VR) vs. Foothill/Santa Ana at Irvine High School Stadium

Tuesday, 28 November

- 05:00 PM: Soccer, Girls (VR) vs. Foothill/Santa Ana at Irvine High School Stadium

- 05:30 PM: Basketball, Girls (VR) vs. Tustin at Irvine High School Game Gym

Wednesday, 29 November

- 05:00 PM: Soccer, Boys (VR) vs. Tesoro at Irvine High School Stadium

Beware of Phishing Emails: Think Twice Before Clicking Attachments

Cybersecurity Awareness Month acts as a crucial time to refresh and remind ourselves to Be Cautious with Email Attachments.

Phishing Attempt Explanation:

Phishing is a malicious technique used by cybercriminals to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords or credit card numbers, by posing as a trustworthy entity.

One of the most common methods used in phishing is sending deceptive emails that appear to come from legitimate sources. These emails often contain attachments or links that, when opened or clicked, can install malware on the recipient's device or lead them to fake websites designed to steal their information.

Examples:

1. An email claiming to be from a well-known bank, asking the recipient to open an attached document and verify their account details. The attachment, however, contains malware that can compromise the recipient's computer.

2. An email supposedly from a popular online retailer, stating that there's an issue with a recent order and urging the recipient to click on a link to resolve it. The link directs to a fake website that mimics the retailer's site, aiming to capture login credentials.

Always be cautious with email attachments and verify the sender's identity before interacting with any links or files. If in doubt, contact the supposed sender directly using a known contact method, rather than through the email

Open Daily through October 31 Tanaka Farms Pumpkin Patch

October 7 - November 18 In-N-Out and OCPL Reading Challenge for Children Aged 4-12

October 19 - 21 Discover the Magic: Esther Yoo Unveils the Heart of Sibelius' Violin Concerto 8 PM

Click here to watch the intro and welcome video

October 20 Discover Water Recycling: Join the IRWD Community Tour!

October 20 Irvine Nights at the Great Park 5 PM - 10 PM

October 20 Pumpkin Decorating Workshop at Heritage Park Library 3pm

More information from the library at (949)-936-4040

October 21 CalOptima Medi-Cal Renewal, Free Health Screenings, and More at Free Chapel, Irvine 9 AM - 1 PM

October 21 A Grand Affair: Celebrating Autumn's Rich Traditions from Across the Globe 10 AM and 11:30 AM

October 21 Alan Broadbent Trio Jazz Concert 8 PM

October 21 Discover UCI Annual Fall Preview Day 10 AM - 2PM

October 23 Monday Morning Super Trek: Weir Canyon to the Overlook Trail 7:30 AM

October 25 Great ark Library Feasibility and Community Feedback Townhall 6 PM

October 27 Concordia University Fall Family Festival

October 27-28 Anteater Parent and Family Weekend

October 28 Monster Splash

October 28 Experience the Magic: Miho Hazama and M_Unit Debut at the Center! 7 PM and 9 PM

October 28 - 29 Bommer Canyon Campout.

Register online at yourirvine.org

November 1 Salute to Service: Decorate Irvine Veterans' Homes with Free American Flags

Honor US veterans aged 50+ in Irvine by requesting a free American flag to decorate their yard/doorstep. Request online at yourirvine.org by Nov 1. Flags delivered by city of Irvine dignitaries, staff and volunteers on Nov 7-8.

For more information, contact [email protected]

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November 1 - 17, November 27 - December 14 Knott’s Berry Farm Military Tribute Days

Eligible Military personnel and up to 5 additional people for $19.99 each.

November 2 Crime Survivors 20th Anniversary Celebration Gala 6 PM

November 4 Love Irvine City-wide Serve Day

November 8 Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox Life in the Past Lane Tour 8 PM

Click here to watch the intro video

November 16-18 World Ballet Series: Cinderella 7 PM

TAYLOR SWIFT - THE ERAS TOUR Playing now

The cultural phenomenon continues on the big screen! Immerse yourself in this once-in-a-lifetime concert film experience with a breathtaking, cinematic view of the history-making tour.

Click for Showtimes

December 2 Nutcracker for Kids by Pacific Symphony 10:00 and 11:30 AM

December 8-17 American Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker