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From Puddings to Mochi Drinks: Discover Asian-Inspired Desserts at Chewie & Mellow

Issue # 0655

Author

Joshua Tjia
17 Jun

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh of the Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🌎🥗🌯 Taste Foods From Around the World at TRADE Marketplace

🎹 Free Piano Performance to Accompany Great Park Gallery Exhibition on June 27

🍨🍡🍧 From Puddings to Mochi Drinks: Discover Asian-inspired Desserts at Chewie & Mellow

📖🖌️ Anime and Manga Fans Invited to Monthly Teen Meetup at Katie Wheeler Library

🚒🩺 How to Protect Your Lungs and Breathe Easier During Wildfire Smoke

🌱🐢 Turtles, Nature, and Badges: Join Mason Park's Jr. Ranger Adventure

🩰 UCI 's Molly Lynch to Conclude National Choreographers Initiative After More Than 20 Years

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐕🚶🏻‍♀️ How Regular Walks Support the Health and Happiness of Dogs and Their Owners

⚽️ UCI Women's Soccer Adds Goalkeeper Avery Gleason to 2026 Roster

🏀🏐🎾⚽️ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚓🚨 Irvine Traffic Stop Leads to Theft, Drug, and Ammunition Arrests

🍏🥭🍑 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 pig that does karate?

A pork chop.

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

Taste Foods From Around the World at TRADE Marketplace

Explore global flavors without leaving Irvine at Taste Around the World on Saturday, June 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at TRADE Food Hall. This free community event features food tastings inspired by cuisines from around the world, live music, a complimentary photo booth, mega backyard games, raffle giveaways, and family-friendly fun. Bring your friends and your appetite for an afternoon of great food, entertainment, and community.

Free Piano Performance to Accompany Great Park Gallery Exhibition on June 27

Enjoy a free live solo piano performance by pianist Diego Gaeta on Saturday, June 27, at 11 a.m. Presented alongside the Game! Basketball and Contemporary Art exhibition, the performance is designed to enhance the gallery experience rather than serve as a traditional concert. Blending minimal composition with improvisation, Gaeta's music responds to the themes and atmosphere of the artwork.

From Puddings to Mochi Drinks: Discover Asian-inspired Desserts at Chewie & Mellow

Chewie & Mellow offers a mix of Asian-inspired desserts and drinks perfect for those craving something sweet and refreshing. Popular picks include their Hong Kong-style milk puddings, chewy mochi drinks, and signature creations like the Tropical Mango Bowl and Mochi Milk Tea Bowl, all made fresh with real fruit. Whether you're catching up with friends, winding down after a long day, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, stop by and enjoy a dessert that's both comforting and delightfully different.

Anime and Manga Fans Invited to Monthly Teen Meetup at Katie Wheeler Library

Teen anime and manga fans are invited to Teen Ani-Manga Hour at Katie Wheeler Library on Thursday, June 18, from 5–6 p.m. This monthly meetup gives teens a chance to explore favorite series, discover hidden gems, watch anime, read manga, and connect with others.

How to Protect Your Lungs and Breathe Easier During Wildfire Smoke

Wildfire smoke can travel long distances and affect air quality even if you're far from an active fire. UCI Health experts say taking simple precautions can help protect your lungs and reduce health risks, especially for children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with heart or lung conditions.

  • Stay indoors when air quality is poor, and keep windows and doors closed.

  • Check the Air Quality Index (AQI) regularly and limit outdoor activities when levels are unhealthy.

  • Use air conditioning on recirculate mode and change filters regularly. HEPA filters provide the best protection.

  • Create a clean-air space at home with a portable air purifier if possible.

  • Avoid strenuous exercise outdoors when smoke or ash is present.

  • If you must go outside, wear a properly fitted N95 mask. Cloth and paper masks do not filter fine smoke particles.

  • Watch for symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, dizziness or an irregular heartbeat.

  • Seek medical help right away if you have severe breathing problems, chest pain, confusion or cannot speak in full sentences.

  • After a wildfire, wear an N95 or P100 mask and protective clothing when cleaning ash.

  • Wet mop or wipe ash instead of using leaf blowers or standard vacuums, which can stir particles back into the air.

  • Keep children and pets away from ash-covered areas and wash toys and exposed skin promptly.

  • Prepare ahead by keeping medications, N95 masks and air quality alert apps or notifications readily available during wildfire season.

Turtles, Nature, and Badges: Join Mason Park's Jr. Ranger Adventure

Kids ages 8–12 are invited to join a fun and educational Jr. Ranger Adventure at William Mason Regional Park on Friday, June 26. Participants will explore the outdoors while learning about invasive species and observing the behavior of the park's turtles. The program is designed to inspire curiosity, foster a deeper appreciation for nature, and encourage young explorers to become caring stewards of Orange County's natural resources.

UCI 's Molly Lynch to Conclude National Choreographers Initiative After More Than 20 Years

After more than 20 years of leading the National Choreographers Initiative (NCI), UC Irvine Dance Department Chair Molly Lynch will conclude the program with its final performance, "The Last Dance!" on July 25 at Irvine Barclay Theatre. Founded in 2004, NCI has provided choreographers and professional dancers with a space to develop and refine new works, helping launch numerous careers and bringing nearly three dozen pieces to major ballet companies. Although NCI is coming to an end, Lynch will continue her work at UC Irvine and looks forward to supporting the next generation of artists through teaching and mentorship.

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

How Regular Walks Support the Health and Happiness of Dogs and Their Owners

A simple walk with your dog can do wonders. Beyond bathroom breaks, daily walks help keep dogs healthy, happy, and mentally engaged while giving you a chance to stay active and enjoy some quality time together.

Key Benefits:

  • 🐾 Helps manage weight

  • 🦴 Supports joint mobility, muscle strength, and overall physical health.

  • 🚶 Promotes healthy digestion, regular bathroom habits, and urinary health.

  • 🧠 Provides mental stimulation that can reduce boredom and destructive behavior.

  • ❤️ Strengthens the bond between you and your dog through quality time.

  • 😴 Helps dogs burn energy and sleep better at night.

UCI Women's Soccer Adds Goalkeeper Avery Gleason to 2026 Roster

UC Irvine women's soccer has added freshman goalkeeper Avery Gleason from Oakdale High School to its 2026 recruiting class. A standout multi-sport athlete and club soccer captain, Gleason won an NPL League Championship in 2025 and earned recognition through the Girls Academy National Talent ID program.

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.

High School Athletics Calendar

We will resume with the high school athletic calendars after the summer break

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

We will resume with the varsity home game events after the summer break

Irvine Traffic Stop Leads to Theft, Drug, and Ammunition Arrests

A routine Irvine traffic stop over a mismatched license plate led officers to uncover drugs, drug paraphernalia, ammunition, and a stolen package from a nearby business. Leonardo Delarosa, 30, of Riverside; Danielle Kathryn Custer, 38, of Anaheim; and Sergio Arturo Diaz, 30, of Santa Ana, were arrested on suspicion of grand theft and conspiracy. Delarosa also faces charges of being a convicted felon in possession of ammunition, while Custer was additionally arrested for drug-related offenses.

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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