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Free Fall Fun for First Responders at Hana Field This Weekend

Issue # 0271

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Joshua Tjia
17 Oct

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

⚖️📄 Forty-Nine Individuals Charged in Connection with May 15 UC Irvine Protest Following Police Declaration of Unlawful Assembly

🚑🌻🚒 Free Fall Fun for First Responders at Hana Field This Weekend

🚨 AlertOC to Test Emergency Notification System on October 17 at 10 a.m.

🎃💦 Monster Splash: Dive into Fun at William Woollett Aquatics Center on October 26

😷 Get Immediate Relief: Visit Orange County Urgent Care for Cold, Flu, and Respiratory Infections

🥞 Sea and Sage Audubon Society Hosts 31st Annual Pancake Breakfast on October 26th

🧶 Get Crafty! Adults and Teens Welcome at In-Person Crafting Hour

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐈🩺 Paws for Celebration: Irvine Vet Techs Honored as New Medical Facility Plans Take Shape

⚽️ UC Irvine Men's Soccer Secures 1-0 Win Over Cal State Bakersfield with Jing's Stellar Goalkeeping

🏌🏻 Rei Harashima Leads UC Irvine Men’s Golf to Top-10 Finish at Stockton Invitational

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🛒🛍️ Irvine Police Seek Suspect Who Fled Target Theft in White VW Jetta

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

Why don't cats shop in stores?

They prefer cat-alogs.

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

Forty-Nine Individuals Charged in Connection with May 15 UC Irvine Protest Following Police Declaration of Unlawful Assembly

Thirty-nine additional protestors have been charged with failure to disperse after a May 15 protest at UC Irvine was declared an unlawful assembly by campus police. These charges come a month after ten others were charged for the same protest, with all set for arraignment. Among the new charges, one protestor is also accused of vandalism and resisting arrest. The Orange County DA emphasized the right to peaceful assembly but stated that criminal behavior during protests will be prosecuted. The defendants include two professors, a teaching assistant, and numerous UCI students.

Free Fall Fun for First Responders at Hana Field This Weekend

From October 18th to 20th, Tanaka Farms' Hana Field location in Costa Mesa is offering free entry to Firefighters, Police, EMTs, Nurses, and 911 Operators as a thank-you for their hard work. Just show your ID at check-in for a day of fall fun at 427 Anton Blvd. If you're flower picking, it is recommended that you bring your own cutting tools as shears are limited on-site.

AlertOC to Test Emergency Notification System on October 17 at 10 a.m.

Today on October 17, at 10:00 a.m., AlertOC will conduct a test of its mobile alert system, which public safety agencies use to share emergency information. Registered users will receive a test notification on their phones. To sign up or update your contact details, visit alertoc.org. For questions, the City of Irvine Emergency Hotline will be available from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at (949) 724-8250.

Monster Splash: Dive into Fun at William Woollett Aquatics Center on October 26

Get ready for some spooky fun at Monster Splash on Saturday, October 26, from 1–5 p.m. at the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center! Dive into Halloween with trick-or-treating, a floating pumpkin patch, a photo booth, and pool activities. Tickets are selling fast, so grab yours now at cityofirvine.org/monstersplash. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Get Immediate Relief: Visit Orange County Urgent Care for Cold, Flu, and Respiratory Infections

Urgent care centers in Orange County, CA, offer comprehensive treatment for coughs, colds, flu, and other respiratory infections. Facilities are equipped with on-site labs, X-ray services, and Covid PCR testing. Common cold symptoms include sneezing, sore throat, and runny nose, but for more severe or persistent symptoms, urgent care visits are recommended. Treatment for the flu and other respiratory infections includes antiviral medications and pain relievers. The centers, located in Irvine, Fountain Valley, and Costa Mesa, allow patients to reserve appointments online to reduce wait times.

Sea and Sage Audubon Society Hosts 31st Annual Pancake Breakfast on October 26th

The Sea and Sage Audubon Society’s 31st Annual Pancake Breakfast will take place on Saturday, October 26th, from 8:00–11:00 AM at the San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary in Irvine.

This event offers a delicious breakfast with pancakes, sausages (including plant-based options), and more, alongside fun activities like a used book sale, games for kids, birding walks, and educational discussions. 

Tickets are $15 for adults and discounts for children, volunteers, and early reservations. Walk-ins pay $20. To participate or volunteer, visit the Eventbrite page or contact the event coordinators at [email protected].

Get Crafty! Adults and Teens Welcome at In-Person Crafting Hour

Join the Adult Crafting Group at the Irvine University Park Library on Tuesday, October 29, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. All experience levels are welcome to bring their current project or start something new, with some supplies provided. This in-person event is open to adults and older teens (ages 15-17), offering an opportunity to practice crafting skills or learn new ones in a relaxed environment.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. Wed, November 6, 5:00-8:00 PM: Band Spectacular

  2. Thu, November 21, 7:00 - 8:00 PM: Vocal Music Winter Concert

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

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. Thu & Fri, October 17 & 18, 7:00 PM: Songs & Stories at Big Theater.

  2. Thu, December 5, 7:00 PM: A Winter Celebration at Big Theater.

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. Wed, November 6, 7:00 PM: IUSD Band Spectacular.

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

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. Thu, October 17, 7:00 PM: Fall Concert at WHS Performing Arts Center.

  2. Wed, October 30, 7:00 PM: IUSD High School Vocal Festival at Portola HS.

  3. Tue, November 5, 1:00 PM: Concordia Treble Chorus Festival, TBD.

  4. Fri, December 6, 7:00 PM: Winter Celebration Concert at 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. Tue, October 29, 7:00-9:30 PM: Autumn Serenade

  2. Wed, December 18, 6:00-10:00 PM: IM Winter Concert

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

Paws for Celebration: Irvine Vet Techs Honored as New Medical Facility Plans Take Shape

It's National Veterinary Technician Week, and the Irvine Animal Care Center is celebrating its vet tech team for their ongoing dedication. The center is currently undergoing renovations, with plans to open a state-of-the-art medical facility by 2026. This new facility will feature a surgical suite, expanded diagnostic capabilities, and a specialized clinic designed to reduce stress for animals. The center recognizes the hard work and innovation of its veterinary team as they continue to provide exceptional care during the renovation process. More information can be found at cityofirvine.org/animals.

UC Irvine Men's Soccer Secures 1-0 Win Over Cal State Bakersfield with Jing's Stellar Goalkeeping

UC Irvine men's soccer secured a 1-0 victory against Cal State Bakersfield at Anteater Stadium. Goalkeeper Paul Jing, in just his third career start, made eight crucial saves to earn his second solo shutout and extend his career shutout streak to 237 minutes. The game's lone goal came in the 43rd minute when Isaiahs Gutierrez set up Agaton Pourshahindi, who assisted Isaac Powell's game-winning shot. UC Irvine, now 2-3 in Big West play, remains in the postseason race with six points and a 5-7-1 overall record. Their next game is against CSUN on October 20.

Rei Harashima Leads UC Irvine Men’s Golf to Top-10 Finish at Stockton Invitational

Junior Rei Harashima led UC Irvine men's golf with a top-10 finish at the Visit Stockton Pacific Invitational, placing eighth with a 7-under 206, highlighted by three sub-70 rounds and an eagle on the 16th hole. Freshman Jack Yu shot a season-best 3-under 68, tying for 36th, while sophomore Jason Tang and junior JJ Nakao finished in the top 60. The Anteaters tied for eighth as a team with a total score of 861. San Diego took the team title, and UCI returns to action next week at the Leadership and Golf Collegiate Classic.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Soccer

  1. Sat, Oct 26: vs Sacramento State, 6:00 PM

Women's Soccer

  1. Thu, Oct 17: vs Cal State Fullerton, 6:00 PM

  2. Sun, Oct 27: vs Long Beach State, 6:00 PM

Men's Water Polo

  1. Sat, Oct 19: vs Westcliff, 12:00 PM

  2. Sat, Oct 26: vs UC Santa Barbara, 12:00 PM

  3. Sun, Oct 27: vs Pepperdine, 1:00 PM

Men's Basketball

  1. Wed, Oct 30: (Exhibition) vs Vanguard, 7:00 PM

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Men's Basketball

  1. Thu, Oct 24: vs Chaffey/San Diego City (Scrimmage), 4:30 PM

Men's Soccer

  1. Fri, Oct 18: vs Orange Coast, 3:00 PM

  2. Tue, Oct 22: vs Golden West, 3:00 PM

  3. Tue, Oct 29: vs Santa Ana, 3:00 PM

Women's Soccer

  1. Fri, Oct 25: vs Saddleback, 3:00 PM

Women's Volleyball

  1. Fri, Oct 18: vs Santiago Canyon, 6:00 PM

  2. Fri, Oct 25: vs Orange Coast, 6:00 PM

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With October Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

October 2024  

Thursday, October 17

  • 03:00 PM: Tennis, Girls VR vs. Rosary Academy at Irvine High School Heritage Park

Friday, October 18

  • 07:00 PM: Traditional Competitive Cheer VR vs. El Toro at Irvine High School Stadium

  • 07:00 PM: Football (11 person) VR vs. El Toro at Irvine High School Stadium

Irvine Police Seek Suspect Who Fled Target Theft in White VW Jetta

Irvine Police are seeking help identifying a suspect who attempted to leave the Target on Jamboree with a cart full of merchandise. After being confronted by security, she abandoned the cart and fled in a white VW Jetta. If you have any information, please contact [email protected].

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  • Kaiser Permanente Irvine Farmers Market

  • Saturday Farmers Market at Mariners Church Irvine

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    • Where: 5428 Bonita Canyon Dr, Irvine, CA 92603

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    • When: Daily, 9 AM - 5 PM

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

    • More Info:Tanaka Farms

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