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Enjoy Tchaikovsky, Fireworks and a Night Under the Stars at Great Park Live, Sep. 5

Issue # 0689

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Joshua Tjia
17 Aug

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh of the Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🎶🎻🎇 Enjoy Tchaikovsky, Fireworks and a Night Under the Stars at Great Park Live, Sep. 5

🍊🤲🏼 Second Harvest Invites Volunteers to Take Part in 9/11 Day of Service

🚛🦺 Irvine Seeks New Leader for Public Works and Sustainability

🍂🎨 Fall Fun Is Here: Irvine Classes and Programs Now Open

💊 UCI Health Research Examines Ways to Reduce Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic Use

🌳🚲 Build Your Mountain Biking Skills at Irvine’s Beginner-Friendly Clinic, August 29

🏞️📷 Woodbridge Opens Entries for 23rd Annual Photography Contest

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐈🪮 Cat Grooming Tips for a Healthy, Comfortable Coat

🏀 UC Irvine Men’s Basketball Defeats Jordan, Improves to 2-0

🏀🏐🎾⚽️ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈 Former Northwood Football Coach JC Clarke Joins Portola Staff

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚓 Irvine Police Recover Stolen E-Bike During Felony Warrant Arrest

🍏🥭🍑 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 fake noodle?

An impasta!

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

Enjoy Tchaikovsky, Fireworks and a Night Under the Stars at Great Park Live, Sep. 5

Pacific Symphony’s Tchaikovsky Spectacular: Concert of Hope comes to Great Park Live in Irvine on Saturday, September 5, at 8 p.m. The SummerFest concert honors cancer patients, survivors and their supporting communities. It features violinist Randall Goosby and conductor Eric Jacobsen performing Tchaikovsky favorites, including the Violin Concerto and a finale of the 1812 Overture with fireworks.

Find tickets here

Second Harvest Invites Volunteers to Take Part in 9/11 Day of Service

In observance of the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County is inviting community members to participate in special 9/11 Day of Service volunteer shifts on September 11. Volunteers will honor the day through service while helping provide nutritious food to individuals and families throughout Orange County.

Find more information here

Irvine Seeks New Leader for Public Works and Sustainability

The City of Irvine is hiring a Director of Public Works & Sustainability to help lead major infrastructure projects, maintain and improve city assets, and guide sustainability initiatives. The role will oversee key capital improvement, maintenance, and rehabilitation efforts throughout Irvine.

More details are available through the City’s jobs page.

Fall Fun Is Here: Irvine Classes and Programs Now Open

Registration is now open for the City of Irvine’s fall classes and programs, with plenty of ways for all ages to stay active, get creative and try something new. Families can explore classes, camps, fitness programs, arts activities, after-school programs and more.

Browse available classes here

UCI Health Research Examines Ways to Reduce Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic Use

UCI Health infectious disease specialist Dr. Shruti Gohil is researching ways to reduce unnecessary use of broad-spectrum antibiotics, which can contribute to antibiotic resistance and affect the liver, kidneys and healthy bacteria in the body. Her INSPIRE clinical trials found that computerized prompts helped clinicians reduce broad-spectrum antibiotic prescriptions for hospitalized patients considered at low risk for certain infections, supporting more targeted antibiotic use.

Build Your Mountain Biking Skills at Irvine’s Beginner-Friendly Clinic, August 29

The Irvine Open Space Preserve will host a Mountain Bike Fundamental Skills Clinic on Saturday, August 29, for riders ages 12 and older. Designed for beginners and intermediate riders, the clinic covers balance, body position, wheel placement and other essential riding techniques through demonstrations, practice and feedback.

Woodbridge Opens Entries for 23rd Annual Photography Contest

Woodbridge Village Association is inviting local photography enthusiasts to enter its 23rd annual photography contest, featuring categories for lakes, bridges, sunsets, gazebos, landscapes and wildlife. Participants may submit one named 5 x 7 photo per category in physical format, with entries due by 5 p.m. Monday, November 30. One winner will be selected in each category, with winning photos featured in the January or February 2027 Reflections newsletter.

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

Cat Grooming Tips for a Healthy, Comfortable Coat

Regular grooming helps keep a cat’s coat clean, comfortable and healthy while also giving owners a chance to spot skin problems, parasites or unusual changes early. Grooming needs vary depending on coat type, age and lifestyle.

  • Brush regularly: Long-haired, silky or curly coats may need daily brushing, while short-haired cats can usually be brushed less often.

  • Check the coat daily: Look for tangles, mats, fleas, ticks, lumps or sensitive areas.

  • Choose the right brush: Bristle brushes work well for shorter coats, while long-toothed combs can help with medium and long hair.

  • Handle mats carefully: Gently brush out small tangles. For larger mats, use clippers rather than scissors, or seek help from a groomer or veterinarian.

  • Baths are usually occasional: Most healthy adult cats rarely need bathing. If needed, use shampoo made specifically for cats, not human or baby shampoo.

  • Summer shaving usually isn’t necessary: Most long-haired cats handle warm weather well, though shaving may help cats prone to severe matting or those unable to groom themselves properly.

  • Watch for coat changes: Excessive shedding, dandruff, greasiness or a dull coat can sometimes signal a health issue and may warrant a veterinary visit.

UC Irvine Men’s Basketball Defeats Jordan, Improves to 2-0

UC Irvine men’s basketball earned an 84-66 win over Jordan, improving to 2-0 at the 2026 William Jones Cup. Jovan Jester Jr. led the Anteaters with 17 points as a balanced team effort helped secure the victory.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men’s Soccer

  • Thur, Aug 20 - Oregon State, 6:00 PM

Women’s Volleyball

  • Sat, Aug 22 - vs Concordia Irvine, 3:00 PM

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

Women’s Volleyball

  • Fri, Aug 21 - vs Chaffey, TBA

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

Women’s Soccer

  • Tue, Aug 25 - vs Norco, 3:00 PM

Former Northwood Football Coach JC Clarke Joins Portola Staff

Former Northwood head football coach JC Clarke has joined Portola’s staff to coach outside linebackers and assist the defense. Clarke spent 21 years at Northwood and led the Timberwolves to back-to-back CIF championships in 2021 and 2022.

High School Athletics Calendar

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Updated with August Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

August 2026

Monday, August 17

  • Flag Football, Girls - 6:30 PM vs Orange

Wednesday, August 19

  • Flag Football, Girls - 5:30 PM vs Los Osos

Irvine Police Recover Stolen E-Bike During Felony Warrant Arrest

Irvine police arrested 28-year-old Michael Hilgerman Friday night after officers searching for him on an outstanding felony warrant located him at an encampment near Barranca and Valley Oak with help from a police drone. Officers also found an e-bike that had been reported stolen by a high school student earlier that evening and returned it to its owner. Hilgerman was arrested on the warrant and suspicion of possessing stolen property and booked into Orange County Jail.

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!

Irvine Insider is sent to a local audience of Irvine residence Monday through Friday with 50% - 60% open rate. Our newsletter is a great way to reach Irvine residents.

  • 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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