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Green Bin Update: Irvine Residents Can Now Use Compostable Bags for Organic Waste

Issue # 0133

Author

Joshua Tjia
02 Apr

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🚀☄️ Eyes on the Sky: SpaceX's Spectacular Evening Launch Captivates Southern California

🚮♻️ Green Bin Update: Irvine Residents Can Now Use Compostable Bags for Organic Waste

👕👔 Goodwill of Orange County Celebrates Grand Reopening in Irvine with Special Event

🌷🌱 Tanaka Farm’s Spring Harvest Festival Extended Through April 14th

⚡️💨 Behind the Green Veil: OCPA's Renewable Energy Claims Questioned

👧🏻🎶 Mark Your Calendars: Music, Art Festivals, and More at Pretend City Children’s Museum This April

😷🩺 Feeling Feverish? Get Fast and Affordable Fever Care at Family Care Centers

🍂🍃 Missed Fall Planting? Spring Into Action with Expert Gardening Advice from IRWD

🍄🧚 Irvine Heritage Park Library to Host Cottagecore Terrarium Workshop on April 7

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐕🚙 Expert Tips for Safely Traveling with Your Dog: A Guide by VCA Animal Hospitals

🏐 UC Irvine Men’s Volleyball Sweeps CSUN in 3-0 Victory, Sets Eyes on Upcoming Hawaii Matches

🥇 Justin Willingham Shatters UC Irvine Shot Put Record at Vince O'Boyle Classic

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

⚽️Irvine Valley Soccer Player Jacob Edwards Signs with Concordia University

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

What did the bird say when he flew into a window?

He said, “Ouch! What a pane!”

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

Eyes on the Sky: SpaceX's Spectacular Evening Launch Captivates Southern California

SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket with 22 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base on April 1, after several delays due to bad weather. This marked the 15th flight for the rocket's first-stage booster, which landed on the drone ship "Of Course I Still Love You." The launch was visible across Southern California. Starlink aims to provide broadband internet from low Earth orbit. SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk in 2002, also had a productive weekend with two Falcon 9 launches from Kennedy Space Center, deploying satellites including the Eutelsat36D and 23 more Starlinks. Despite a recent setback with its Starship rocket, SpaceX's progress is crucial for NASA's lunar ambitions, with plans to use Starship for moon landings in the coming years.

Green Bin Update: Irvine Residents Can Now Use Compostable Bags for Organic Waste

Irvine residents are thanked for their efforts in separating organic waste for composting, in line with a state law to cut greenhouse gases. A new city agreement makes recycling organics easier, allowing the use of compostable or paper bags for organic waste, which can then be placed in the green bin. This initiative, aimed at recycling food scraps, yard trimmings, paper, and cardboard, helps protect the environment. For more info, visit cityofirvine.org/sb1383.

#WeAreIrvine #NotAnAprilFoolsJoke

Goodwill of Orange County Celebrates Grand Reopening in Irvine with Special Event

Goodwill of Orange County is reopening in Irvine with a grand opening event on April 5 at 10 A.M. with special thanks to Irvine United Congregational Church. The event encourages donations with hopes to gather enough to fill a whole Goodwill truck. The first 25 donors receive exclusive gift cards and pins. Join to make a difference in the community!

Tanaka Farm’s Spring Harvest Festival Extended Through April 14th

Tanaka Farm’s Spring Harvest Festival is now extended to April 14th, happening on Saturdays and Sundays (April 6-7 & 13-14) from 10am to 4pm. Enjoy Spring and Easter-themed foods, games, and activities including photo ops with the Easter Bunny, Easter Egg Hunts, and more. Activities like mini-golf and arts & crafts are available, with special dishes at the Tanaka Grill. Activities require tickets: $6 each or 6 for $30.

Behind the Green Veil: OCPA's Renewable Energy Claims Questioned

Despite claims of delivering 95.5% renewable energy, the Orange County Power Authority (OCPA) has been accused of misleading consumers by hiding its reliance on fossil fuels, a practice revealed through its Power Content Label. This discrepancy comes despite OCPA's mission to surpass Southern California Edison in eliminating fossil-fired power. California regulators are considering action against this deceptive practice, but changes may not occur until 2028. OCPA's claim of delivering high renewable energy percentages is contradicted by the reality that a significant portion of its energy comes from non-renewable sources, contributing to substantial greenhouse gas emissions. The organization's promotional materials suggesting direct delivery of renewable energy to customers are misleading, given the nature of California's power grid and the actual percentage of renewable energy it carries. OCPA's environmental benefits are also questioned due to various negative impacts associated with renewable energy production and resource acquisition.

Mark Your Calendars: Music, Art Festivals, and More at Pretend City Children’s Museum This April

Kidstock Music & Art Festival is bringing exciting music and art activities for kids at Pretend City Children’s Museum this April, with events like:

  • Baby Steps

  • Neurodivergent Family Nights

  • Rice ball cooking with @Marukome

  • Passover celebration

  • STEM challenges

  • Earth Day composting education

#ChildDevelopment #FamilyFun

Feeling Feverish? Get Fast and Affordable Fever Care at Family Care Centers

If you're experiencing a recurring fever, Family Care Centers offers fast and affordable urgent care. With normal body temperature ranging from 97.5 to 98.6°F, a fever above 100.4°F may indicate an immune response to infection. Common causes of fever include infections, autoimmune disorders, and reactions to certain medications. Urgent care is recommended for persistent fevers or if accompanied by severe symptoms. Services include one-to-one patient care, in-house labs for quick diagnosis, and acceptance of most insurance plans. Visit clinics in Irvine, Fountain Valley, or Costa Mesa, open daily, including holidays, for immediate treatment. Reserve your spot online for prompt attention to your fever symptoms.

Missed Fall Planting? Spring Into Action with Expert Gardening Advice from IRWD

If you missed planting in the fall season, spring is the perfect time to start your garden. Choose California native or climate-appropriate plants from local nurseries to enhance your landscape. Creating a pollinator garden can attract bees, butterflies, birds, and wildlife, benefiting both your home and the environment. This tip is from The Dirt, IRWD's gardening newsletter. Full details at IRWD.com/thedirt.

Irvine Heritage Park Library to Host Cottagecore Terrarium Workshop on April 7

Irvine Heritage Park Library is hosting a Cottagecore Terrarium craft event for teens and tweens (ages 12+) on Sunday, April 7 from 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM. All those interested in DIY’s and crafts are invited to join this fun event. Supplies are limited.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. May 11, 2024: Instrumental Music Awards

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

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. May 2 & 3: Broadway Rocks! at 7:00 PM.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.uhschoirs.org/2023-24-season.html

Upcoming Woodbridge High School's Music Calendar

No events scheduled for April.

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

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. April 16th, 7 PM: IUSD Honors Concert

  2. May 31st, 7 PM: Broadway Rocks Concert

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://woodbridgechoirs.weebly.com/calendar.html

Upcoming Irvine High School's Music Calendar

No events scheduled for April.

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

Upcoming Irvine High School's Choral Calendar

  1. April 1st - 5th, 2024: TBD.

  2. Tues, April 16, 7:00 PM: IUSD Honors Concert (Selected Members) at OCPAC.

  3. Wed, April 17, 6:30 PM: 8th Grade Parent Night at IHS Gym.

  4. TBD: Aliso Women’s Festival (Canta Bella) - Location TBD.

  5. Wed, April 17, All day: Forum Festival (Concert Chorale, Chorale & Viva Cantar) at Knott’s Berry Farm.

  6. Wed, April 26, 6:00 PM: SPUR Awards (Chordinated Chaos) at IHS Theater.

  7. Tues & Wed, May 28 & 29, 3:30-6:30 PM: Dress rehearsal “Voices” (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

  8. Thurs.- Sat, May 30-June 1, 7:00 PM: Voices 2024 (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

  9. Wed, June 5, 7:00 PM: Heritage Awards (Chorale) at IHS Gym.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.ihschoralmusic.org/calendar.html

Expert Tips for Safely Traveling with Your Dog: A Guide by VCA Animal Hospitals

Firstly, for safe dog travel, it best if possible to start training when they're a puppy.

  • Use appropriate restraints when traveling: carriers for small dogs, doggy seat belts or secured crates for larger ones.

  • Always leash your dog before opening the car door to prevent escapes.

  • Ensure they wear a snug collar with ID tags.

  • Never leave your dog alone in a car due to the risk of heatstroke.

  • Keep windows slightly open to prevent injury but not wide enough for your dog to stick their head out.

  • Activate child locks on windows.

  • Offer water at every rest stop to keep your dog hydrated.

UC Irvine Men’s Volleyball Sweeps CSUN in 3-0 Victory, Sets Eyes on Upcoming Hawaii Matches

In a compelling match held at the Bren Events Center in Irvine, California, the No. 3 ranked UC Irvine Anteaters showcased their dominance with a 3-0 sweep over the No. 16 CSUN Matadors, with set scores of 25-22, 25-21, and 30-28. This victory came as a significant rebound for UC Irvine, especially after hitting a season-low in their previous game. The team's performance was notably improved, achieving a .412 hitting percentage, marking it as their third highest of the season. Hilir Henno led the charge with an impressive 16 kills, managing a .429 hitting percentage, while Nolan Flexen, returning to the starting lineup, contributed 14 kills at a .440 rate. The Anteaters excelled at the net, out-blocking the Matadors 9-6, with contributions from players like Maxim Grigoriev and Connor Campbell, who were instrumental in both offense and defense. Despite the efforts of CSUN's Kyle Hobus, who matched Henno with 16 kills, UC Irvine's cohesive team play and strategic execution secured them the win. Looking ahead, UC Irvine is set to continue its homestand by hosting Hawaii in a pair of matches on the upcoming Friday and Saturday, promising more exciting volleyball action.

Justin Willingham Shatters UC Irvine Shot Put Record at Vince O'Boyle Classic

At the Vince O'Boyle Track & Field Classic, Justin Willingham set a new school record in shot put with a throw of 18.65m, surpassing his previous record. He also secured second in discus. Jacob Hawkins won the discus with a meet-record throw, and placed second in shot put. Alan Vuong won the high jump, and Josh Farmer triumphed in a close javelin competition, also achieving a season-best in pole vault. Anthony Victa hit a season-best in triple jump. Jarel Sayles won the 110m hurdles with a personal best, entering UCI's top-10. Joshua Schuld led in the 1500m, with teammates close behind. Season bests were recorded in the 100m by Max Daniels, Bryce Bushnell, and Farmer. Juan Sanchez and AJ Sager excelled in the 5000m and 800m, respectively. Eric Parker was top-five in the 400m. The team also shone in the 4x400 relay, with two teams setting season bests. UC Irvine looks forward to the Triton Invitational next.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Baseball

  1. Fri, Apr 5: vs UC Santa Barbara, 6:00 PM

  2. Sat, Apr 6: vs UC Santa Barbara, 5:30 PM

  3. Sun, Apr 7: vs UC Santa Barbara, 1:00 PM

  4. Wed, Apr 17: vs USC, 6:00 PM

  5. Fri, Apr 19: vs San Diego State, 6:00 PM

  6. Sun, Apr 21: vs San Diego State, 1:00 PM

  7. Fri, Apr 26: vs Steve Scott Invitational, All Day

  8. Sat, Apr 27: vs Steve Scott Invitational, All Day

Men's Volleyball

  1. Fri, Apr 5: vs Hawai'i, 6:00 PM

  2. Sat, Apr 6: vs Hawai'i, 6:00 PM

  3. Fri, Apr 12: vs Long Beach State, 6:00 PM

Women's Water Polo

  1. Fri, Apr 5: vs Hawai'i, 7:00 PM

  2. Sun, Apr 7: vs UC Davis, 12:00 PM

  3. Sat, Apr 13: vs Cal State Fullerton, 12:00 PM

Men's Tennis

  1. Sat, Apr 6: vs Cal Poly, 12:00 PM

  2. Mon, Apr 8: vs UC Riverside, 1:00 PM

  3. Sat, Apr 20: vs Hawai'i, 12:00 PM

Women's Tennis

  1. Sat, Apr 13: vs Cal Poly, 11:00 AM

  2. Sun, Apr 14: vs UC Santa Barbara, 11:00 AM

Men's & Women's Track & Field

  1. Fri, Apr 26: vs Steve Scott Invitational, All Day

  2. Sat, Apr 27: vs Steve Scott Invitational, All Day

Irvine Valley Soccer Player Jacob Edwards Signs with Concordia University

Jacob Edwards, a standout sophomore from Irvine Valley College's men's soccer team, has committed to Concordia University in Irvine for NCAA Division II soccer. Over two seasons, Edwards played a key role in IVC's success, including a 12-4-6 record and a playoff appearance this past season, and a second-place finish in the Orange Empire Conference. He started in 18 matches this season, contributing one goal and two assists, and earned second-team all-conference honors in 2023. Previously, in the 2022 season, he played in 21 matches, starting 18, and scored five goals with five assists. Edwards will join Concordia University, a PacWest Conference team with a 6-9 record last season.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Baseball

  1. Tue, Apr 2: vs Riverside, 2:00 PM

  2. Sat, Apr 6: vs Riverside, 12:00 PM

  3. Tue, Apr 9: vs Fullerton, 2:00 PM

  4. Fri, Apr 12: vs Fullerton, 1:00 PM

  5. Tue, Apr 16: vs Golden West, 2:00 PM

  6. Sat, Apr 20: vs Golden West, 12:00 PM

  7. Thu, Apr 25: vs Saddleback, 2:00 PM

Men’s Tennis

  1. Tue, Apr 2: vs Orange Coast, 2:00 PM

Men’s Volleyball

  1. Fri, Apr 5: vs Fullerton, 6:00 PM

  2. Fri, Apr 12: vs Orange Coast, 6:00 PM

Women’s Beach Volleyball

  1. Fri, Apr 19: vs Riverside, 12:00 PM

  2. Wed, Apr 24: vs OEC Pairs Tournament, 12:00 PM

  3. Fri, Apr 26: vs OEC Pairs Tournament, 10:00 AM

High School Athletics Calendar -

** Updated With April Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

April 2024

Saturday, April 6

  • 07:00 AM: Track & Field, Boys VR - Invitational at Irvine High School Stadium

  • 07:00 AM: Track & Field, Girls VR - Invitational at Irvine High School Stadium

Monday, April 8

  • 03:30 PM: Softball VR vs. Portola at Irvine High School Softball Field

Tuesday, April 9

  • 03:30 PM: Golf, Boys VR vs. University

  • 03:30 PM: Baseball VR vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Baseball Field

  • 05:15 PM: Volleyball, Boys VR vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Game Gym

Wednesday, April 10

  • 03:30 PM: Softball VR vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Softball Field

  • 05:00 PM: Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Stadium

Thursday, April 11

  • 03:30 PM: Golf, Boys VR vs. Woodbridge

Friday, April 12

  • 03:00 PM: Beach Volleyball, Girls VR vs. Bishop Conaty-Loretto at Deerfield Park Beach Courts

  • 03:30 PM: Baseball VR vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Baseball Field

  • 03:30 PM: Softball VR vs. University at Irvine High School Softball Field

  • 05:15 PM: Volleyball, Boys VR vs. Sage Hill at Irvine High School Game Gym

Monday, April 15

  • 07:00 PM: Lacrosse, Boys VR vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Stadium

Tuesday, April 16

  • 03:15 PM: Tennis, Boys VR vs. Portola at Irvine High School Heritage Park

Wednesday, April 17

  • 03:30 PM: Baseball VR vs. Portola at Irvine High School Baseball Field

  • 03:30 PM: Swimming & Diving, Boys VR vs. University at Woolett Pool

  • 03:30 PM: Swimming & Diving, Girls VR vs. University at Woolett Pool

  • 05:15 PM: Volleyball, Boys VR vs. Laguna Hills at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • 07:00 PM: Lacrosse, Boys VR vs. Laguna Hills at Irvine High School Stadium

Thursday, April 18

  • 07:00 PM: Lacrosse, Boys VR vs. Canyon/Anaheim at Irvine High School Stadium

Monday, April 22

  • 05:00 PM: Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Portola at Irvine High School Stadium

Tuesday, April 23

  • 03:15 PM: Tennis, Boys VR vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Heritage Park

  • 03:30 PM: Golf, Boys VR vs. Portola

  • 03:30 PM: Baseball VR vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Baseball Field

Wednesday, April 24

  • 03:30 PM: Softball VR vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Softball Field

  • 05:00 PM: Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Stadium

Thursday, April 25

  • 03:30 PM: Golf, Boys VR vs. Northwood High School

  • 03:30 PM: Baseball VR vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Baseball Field

  • 05:00 PM: Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Sage Hill at Irvine High School Stadium

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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

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    • When: Daily, 9 AM - 5 PM

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

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