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Great Park Live Amphitheater Opens in Irvine: Summer Schedule Announced

Issue # 0186

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Joshua Tjia
17 Jun

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🏫📖 Ideological Tensions and Faculty Decisions: Examining Hostility Toward Jewish Studies at UC Irvine

💻📚 UCI Professors Awarded Prestigious Guggenheim Fellowships

🚰💦 Discover What's in Your Water: 2024 Quality Report Released

🎼🎻 Great Park Live Amphitheater Opens in Irvine: Summer Schedule Announced

📔📖 Join the Teen Activities Board: Develop Skills and Gain Experience

👁️ Discover Low Vision Services: Upcoming Presentation by UCI Health and Braille Institute

🏞️🚵‍♂️ Gear Up and Conquer the Trails: Mountain Bike Clinic on June 30

🧑‍🎨🎨 All Media Exhibit Opens July 6th at Irvine Fine Arts Center

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐕☀️ Brush Away the Summer Heat for Your Furry Friend

🏃🏽 UC Irvine’s Josh Farmer Earns Spot at 2024 U.S. Olympic Decathlon Trials

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀 Irvine Valley Men's Basketball 2024-25 Schedule Released

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏀 Northwood’s Winning Coach Christian Manalo to Lead Diamond Bar's Boys Basketball

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚔🚨 Couple Arrested After Crime Spree in Irvine and Surrounding Areas

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

Why are fish so smart?

Because they are always in schools.

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

Ideological Tensions and Faculty Decisions: Examining Hostility Toward Jewish Studies at UC Irvine

UC Irvine has been described as a hostile environment for those who do not harshly condemn Israel, according to Rabbi Daniel Levine. Jewish students have reported feeling marginalized and labeled as racist or Islamophobic when voicing their concerns. Rabbi Levine, who taught Jewish Texts, had his contract as a lecturer not renewed, a decision the university explains as a result of hiring two new full-time faculty members to strengthen the Jewish studies program. However, students claim this decision was influenced by calls for an academic boycott of Israel and the removal of Zionist programming from campus life.

The situation has further escalated with incidents of threats and slander against faculty members, including the posting of a "Wanted" poster targeting a political science and Jewish studies professor. Despite the university's explanation that the hiring process was rigorous and based on scholarly merit, students remain unconvinced. They argue that ideological biases played a role in the decision and continue to demand Rabbi Levine's reinstatement. The controversy highlights a broader issue of ideological tension and a hostile climate on campus, with students feeling their concerns are dismissed and their academic environment compromised.

UCI Professors Awarded Prestigious Guggenheim Fellowships

Two UC Irvine professors, Wang Feng and Gene Tsudik, have been awarded prestigious Guggenheim Fellowships. Feng, a sociology professor, will use his fellowship to complete a book on China's one-child policy. Tsudik, a computer science professor and Fulbright scholar, will focus on creating malware-resistant devices. They join 186 other distinguished scientists and scholars as 2024 Guggenheim fellows.

Discover What's in Your Water: 2024 Quality Report Released

The 2024 Water Quality Report is now available, detailing lab test results for regulated chemicals (radiologicals, inorganic chemicals) and unregulated substances (alkalinity, sodium, hardness). IRWD also assesses water's aesthetic quality (color, turbidity, odor) and excludes substances not detected in any sources. With over a quarter of a million annual tests from 100+ sample points, the report ensures comprehensive water quality monitoring. Visit IRWD.com/quality for the full report, FAQs, and resources, or access the report directly at IRWD.com/2024report.

Great Park Live Amphitheater Opens in Irvine: Summer Schedule Announced

Great Park Live, Irvine's new temporary amphitheater, is now open! Enjoy over a dozen Irvine Nights events and five Pacific Symphony performances this summer, starting with a July 4th Spectacular. Upcoming shows include country artist Clay Walker on October 25 and Brooks Nielsen on October 31, with more events to be announced for the 2024 season. The venue also features a new gourmet eatery, The Layover, opening weekends in July. For more info and photos, visit greatparklive.com.

#WeAreIrvine #GreatParkLive #IrvineNights #PacificSymphony #GreatPark

Join the Teen Activities Board: Develop Skills and Gain Experience

Teens are invited to join the Teen Activity Board (TAB) to help the community, work with others, plan, and organize. It's a great way to develop skills, gain job experience, and earn volunteer hours. TAB meets every third Wednesday of the month at 4:30 PM. The next meeting is on Tuesday, June 18, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM at Irvine University Park, targeting ages 12-17.

Discover Low Vision Services: Upcoming Presentation by UCI Health and Braille Institute

On June 18, at 7:00 PM, UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute and the Braille Institute will present on low vision services. Nilima Tanna from GHEI will discuss personalized evaluations and rehabilitation services, while Katie Scheuring from Braille Institute will cover independent living skills, mobility training, and technology classes. Attendees will learn how to thrive with low vision. Register at this link.

Gear Up and Conquer the Trails: Mountain Bike Clinic on June 30

Join the Mountain Bike Clinic: Terrain Skills on Saturday, June 30, for a comprehensive day of mountain biking fundamentals, equipment basics, and terrain challenges. Perfect for beginners and those looking to enhance their skills, the clinic covers platform position, weight transfer, braking, gearing, and bike maintenance. Participants will practice techniques on various man-made features at the Mountain Bike Skills Development area in Irvine Ranch Open Space. Attendees must be 16 or older and meet specific equipment requirements. Registration is available at bit.ly/3VIUipu, with limited spaces.

All Media Exhibit Opens July 6th at Irvine Fine Arts Center

The Irvine Fine Arts Center's "All Media" exhibit opens on Saturday, July 6, from 2 to 4 p.m. This 40th annual juried showcase features a diverse range of artworks that inspire and captivate. Attendees can meet the selected artists and explore their creative journeys. Don't miss this opportunity for an afternoon of discovery and inspiration. For more details, visit cityofirvine.org/irvine-fine-arts-center/all-media.

#IrvineFineArts #AllMedia #ArtForAll #SupportLocalArtists

We will resume with the high school music calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall semester.

Brush Away the Summer Heat for Your Furry Friend

Keep your pet cool this summer with regular brushing! Regular grooming reduces shedding, improves air circulation for your pet's fur and skin, and prevents matted fur. Visit cityofirvine.org/irvine-animal-care-center/resources for more pet care tips.

#BeatTheHeat #BrushYourDog #SummerPetCare #HealthyCoat #HotPetSummerProTips #IrvineAnimalCareCenter #IrvineAnimals #WeAreIrv

UC Irvine’s Josh Farmer Earns Spot at 2024 U.S. Olympic Decathlon Trials

UC Irvine men's track & field athlete Josh Farmer will compete in the decathlon at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon, on June 21-22. Farmer, a three-time All-American, recently placed 12th at the NCAA Championships with personal bests in the pole vault and javelin. Earlier this season, he set a personal record at the Bryan Clay Invitational, qualifying for his third NCAA Championship and the U.S. Olympic Trials. Farmer also won the decathlon at the 2024 Big West Championships, becoming the first Anteater to do so since 1993, following in his father's footsteps. He will graduate this weekend with a master's degree in demographic & social analysis.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

We will resume with UCI’s athletic calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall quarter.

Irvine Valley Men's Basketball 2024-25 Schedule Released

The 2024-25 Irvine Valley men's basketball schedule is out. Irvine Valley ended the 2023-24 season with a 17-12 record, placing third in the Orange Empire Conference (OEC) with an 8-8 conference record, and made it to the So. Cal. Regional Playoffs. Sophomore Jesse Stines, who averaged 13.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game, was named first-team all-OEC and has signed with NCAA Division II Alaska Anchorage. The season starts with a scrimmage at the So. Cal. Fall Jamboree from Sept. 15-17, followed by the first official game on Nov. 7 against Canyons in the Irvine Valley Classic. The OEC schedule begins Dec. 18 at Fullerton, with a new end-of-year OEC Tournament starting Feb. 13.

🏐⚽🏀 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.

Northwood’s Winning Coach Christian Manalo to Lead Diamond Bar's Boys Basketball

Christian Manalo, the head varsity boys basketball coach at Northwood High School for three seasons, has resigned to co-head coach at his alma mater, Diamond Bar, alongside his former coach Henry Frierson. Manalo led Northwood to a successful 24-7 season, the school's best since 2018. He expressed gratitude for his time at Northwood and excitement about returning to his roots at Diamond Bar. The new Northwood coach will be Tony De La Cruz, a former UC Irvine player who had an extensive professional career in the Philippines. Diamond Bar, which finished 17-11 last year, announced Manalo's hiring, praising his dedication and excellence.

High School Athletics Calendar

We will resume with the high school athletic calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall semester.

Couple Arrested After Crime Spree in Irvine and Surrounding Areas

On June 7, a couple stole a purse at Marshall's and a wallet at the Spectrum Target. A delay in reporting the wallet theft didn't stop Spectrum Officers from identifying a suspect vehicle. Christian Rios, 22, and Alexandra Torres, 36, of Inglewood, were arrested for multiple felonies and booked at Orange County Jail. They were linked to using a stolen credit card to buy a gaming console and a distraction theft at Lake Forest Walmart, as well as attempting to use the victim's credit cards in South Orange County.

#dontcommitcrimeinirvine #irvine #irvinepolice #irvinepd #police #lawenforcement #cityofirvine #orangecounty #policeofficer #policework

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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