Halloween Safety Tips

Issue # 026

Author

Joshua Tjia
23 Oct

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

💲 SCE’s 50,000 Scholarship for STEM

💜 City of Irvine and Human Options Collaborate for First Annual Walking Vigil at Heritage Park Addressing Domestic Violence

💵 Financial Literacy Workshop: Learn Saving, Investing, and Debt Management on October 23 at Tustin Library

🏥 UCI Launches Initiative for Diabetes Prevention and Care in Latinx Community

💙 Join the Mission: Transform Lives with Families Forward

🎃 Halloween Safety Tips

🩰 'Turn It Out with Tiler Peck & Friends' at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts Showcases a Diverse Range of Dance Talent

🧒💜 An Important Notice to All Parents: Guidelines for Securing Your Child’s Safety in Caregiving Situations

🚴‍♀️ Join the BCI Cycling Group for a Fun-Filled Ride and Social Lunch

🌳 Explore the Natural Splendor of Buck Gully Reserve: A Coastal Canyon Gem within Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks

🥾 Come Explore These #Landmarks Every Day Of The Week - 7-day Access Trails

🤽‍♀️ UC Irvine Secures Thrilling 8-7 Win Over UC Santa Barbara in Men's Water Polo Showdown

🏃‍♀️ UC Irvine Women's Cross Country Team Takes Third Place at John Elders Titan Invite

🤽‍♂️ ⚽🏐 UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

⚽ Irvine Valley Advances to Second in Conference with 3-1 Win Over Golden West, Camarena Leads the Charge

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Varsity Athletics: Football Face-offs and Sports Calendar 

⌛🛡️⚙️ Educate Family Members About Online Safety: Establish Clear Guidelines and Rules

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

Why did the zombie eat a light bulb?

Answer: Because he wanted a light snack!

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

SCE’s 50,000 Scholarship for STEM

Fine out more

City of Irvine and Human Options Collaborate for First Annual Walking Vigil at Heritage Park Addressing Domestic Violence

The city of Irvine and Human Options held their inaugural Walking Vigil at Heritage Park to address the 480 reported domestic violence crimes this year in the city, acknowledging that this number may be higher due to retractions and unreported incidents. Support is available, especially during October's Domestic Violence Awareness Month, via the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or by texting START to 88788.

#oc #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth

Financial Literacy Workshop: Learn Saving, Investing, and Debt Management on October 23 at Tustin Library

Join the "Financial Literacy 101" workshop on Monday, October 23, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, focusing on saving, investing, and debt management. Hosted by the Financial Planning Association of Orange County, the event is part of a series of four workshops, with attendance to all recommended but not mandatory. Open for individuals aged 16 and above. Register by calling OC Read at 714-566-3070. This event is an initiative of OC Read, a literacy program under OC Public Libraries.

#OCPL #OCPublicLibraries #OrangeCounty #OCRead #Tustin #Debt #Credit #FinancialLiteracy #Literacy

UCI Launches Initiative for Diabetes Prevention and Care in Latinx Community

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) has initiated a program targeting diabetes in the Latinx community of Orange County, focusing on prevention, research, and treatment. Dr. Alpesh Amin is leading this initiative, aiming to transform diabetes healthcare and enhance the well-being of the Latinx population, which is disproportionately affected by the disease. The program includes educational, clinical, and research-based resources, and has set forth initial recommendations such as organizing dance exercise classes, reconstituting medical visitation programs, and improving electronic medical records messaging systems. UCI Health, the university’s clinical enterprise, is committed to providing top-tier diabetes care and research, with its Diabetes Center being the only comprehensive academic diabetes center in the region. The initiative is supported by the UCI-OC Alliance, a community organization connecting local leaders and businesses with UCI to advance Latinx students and the community.

Read more here

Join the Mission: Transform Lives with Families Forward

Families Forward offers various volunteer opportunities, including office assistance, food pantry work, and bilingual support. Volunteers need to apply online, attend an orientation, and schedule their activities in advance. Opportunities are mostly available on weekdays, with limited evening and weekend slots. Volunteers aged 10 and above are welcome, with specific guidelines for different age groups. The organization also offers internships and accommodates community service hours. Special volunteer opportunities are available during the holiday season.

Learn more here

Halloween Safety Tips

'Turn It Out with Tiler Peck & Friends' at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Showcases a Diverse Range of Dance Talent

Tiler Peck, a renowned dancer and choreographer, directs "Turn It Out with Tiler Peck & Friends," featuring a sold-out premiere in New York and a West Coast debut at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. The program showcases four diverse dance pieces, including Peck's own work, collaborations with other dance legends, and a piece marking her first creative partnership with choreographer William Forsythe. The evening promises a joyful and collaborative dance experience, celebrating the art form and creative camaraderie. Additionally, an exclusive digital program offers further insights into the performance and cast.

  1. Wed. Nov. 4, 2023 at 7:30pm

  2. Thurs. Nov. 5, 2023 at 2pm

Get tickets here

An Important Notice to All Parents: Guidelines for Securing Your Child’s Safety in Caregiving Situations

Ensure your child's safety by only leaving them with trusted individuals, paying attention to your instincts, and listening to your child's preferences regarding their caregivers.

Join the BCI Cycling Group for a Fun-Filled Ride and Social Lunch

#T8 Tuesday Rides: October 24, 2023, from 9:15 AM to 1:00 PM at University Park. Park on streets, meet at building. Two routes available: 30.1 miles with +/-1,159 ft elevation, and a shorter 24.9 miles skipping parts of the Great Park and Northwood mazes, with +/-976 ft elevation. Lunch gathering at local shopping center post-ride. Links to routes provided.

Find more here

Explore the Natural Splendor of Buck Gully Reserve: A Coastal Canyon Gem within Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks

Buck Gully Reserve, a 300-acre coastal canyon within the 40,000-acre Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks, offers stunning ocean views and diverse habitats in Newport Beach. Managed by Irvine Ranch Conservancy (IRC) in partnership with the city, it features a year-round stream, riparian and coastal sage scrub habitats, and nearly five miles of trails. In 2012 and 2020, the trail system was enhanced and repaired. The IRC and city also organize habitat restoration events, with upcoming opportunities on October 27 and November 17. For more activities and volunteer options, visit LetsGoOutside.org and IRConservancy.org, or follow the Landmarks on social media.

Read more here

Come Explore These #Landmarks Every Day Of The Week - 7-day Access Trails

🏞️ Bommer Canyon - 7 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Buck Gully Reserve - Dawn to dusk

🏞️ Crystal Cove State Park - 6 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Irvine Regional Park - Fall/Winter Hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Spring/Summer Hours: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

🏞️ Laguna Coast Wilderness Park - 7 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Peters Canyon Regional Park - 7 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Quail Hill - 7 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Santiago Oaks Regional Park - 7 a.m. to sunset

🏞️ Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park - 7 a.m. to sunset

Happy hiking! 🥾🌄

UC Irvine Secures Thrilling 8-7 Win Over UC Santa Barbara in Men's Water Polo Showdown

UC Irvine's men's water polo team secured an 8-7 victory over No. 10 UC Santa Barbara, with standout performances from Luka Krstic and Johann Thrall, each scoring three goals. This marks their second consecutive game achieving hat-tricks. Dylan Patist and Jack Stevens also contributed to the score, while Garrett Selby made 11 saves in goal, tying his career high. Despite a strong start from UC Santa Barbara, UC Irvine maintained their lead throughout the game, ultimately securing the win.

UC Irvine Women's Cross Country Team Takes Third Place at John Elders Titan Invite

The UC Irvine women's cross country team secured third place at the John Elders Titan Invite, with junior Hana Nip leading the team and setting a personal record. Several team members achieved personal and season bests. UC San Diego won the event, and the next competition for UCI is the 2023 Big West Championships.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

  • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26TH, 2023

    • Women's Soccer vs UC Davis - 7:00 PM

  • FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27TH, 2023

    • Women's Volleyball vs UC Santa Barbara - 6:00 p.m.

  • SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28TH, 2023

    • Men's Water Polo vs UC Davis - 12 p.m.

    • Women's Volleyball vs Cal Poly - 4:00 p.m.

    • Men's Soccer vs UC San Diego - 6:00 PM

  • FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD, 2023

    • Men's Basketball vs Cal State San Marcos - 7:00 PM - EXHIBITION

  • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH, 2023

    • Men's Water Polo vs Concordia Irvine - 6 p.m.

  • THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH, 2023

    • Women's Volleyball vs Cal State Fullerton - 6:00 p.m.

  • FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH, 2023

    • Women's Volleyball vs Hawai'i - 6:00 p.m.

  • SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11TH, 2023

    • Women's Basketball vs Seattle U - 2:00 PM

    • Men's Basketball vs New Mexico State - 7:00 PM

  • FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH, 2023

    • Men's Basketball vs Occidental College - 7:00 PM

  • MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH, 2023

    • Women's Basketball vs Eastern Washington University - 6:00 PM

Irvine Valley Advances to Second in Conference with 3-1 Win Over Golden West, Camarena Leads the Charge

Irvine Valley's men's soccer team, ranked No. 11 in the state, avenged a previous tie by defeating Golden West 3-1 on the road, with sophomore forward Christopher Camarena scoring twice. This victory solidified their second-place position in the Orange Empire Conference, improving their record to 9-2-4 overall and 4-0-4 in the conference. Golden West, on the other hand, suffered their second consecutive loss, dropping to fourth in the conference. The next game for Irvine Valley is a home match against Fullerton, one of the top teams in the state.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Women’s Soccer:

  1. Tue Oct 31 vs Santiago Canyon at 3:00 PM

Men’s Soccer:

  1. Tue Oct 24 - vs Fullerton * 3:00 PM

  2. Fri, Oct 27: vs Orange Coast (Sophomore match) at 3:00 PM

Men’s Basketball:

  1. Thu Oct 26 - vs Home scrimmage - Visiting teams are San Diego City and Chaffey

  2. Thu Oct 26 - vs Chaffey - Irvine Valley/San Diego City 3way at 4:00 PM

  3. Thu Nov 09 - vs Ventura. Irvine Valley Classic. Time: 7:00 PM

  4. Sat Nov 11 - vs IVC Classic. IVC Classic. Time: TBA

  5. Wed Nov 15 - vs San Diego Miramar. Time: 7:00 PM

High School Athletics Calendar -

** Updated With November Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

October 2023

Monday, 23 October

- 03:30 PM: Flag Football, Girls (VR) vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Stadium

Wednesday, 25 October

- 01:00 PM: Tennis, Girls (VR) vs. TBA - League Finals (Individual) at Irvine High School Heritage Park

Friday, 27 October

- 07:00 PM: Traditional Competitive Cheer (VR) vs. University at Irvine High School Stadium

- 07:00 PM: Football (11 person) (VR) vs. University at Irvine High School Stadium

November 2023

Wednesday, 08 November

- Water Polo, Boys (VR) vs. TBA - CIF SEMI-FINALS at Woolett Pool

Saturday, 11 November

- Water Polo, Boys (VR) vs. TBA - CIF FINALS at Woolett Pool

Thursday, 16 November

- 05:30 PM: Basketball, Girls (VR) vs. Foothill/Santa Ana at Irvine High School Game Gym

Wednesday, 22 November

- 05:00 PM: Soccer, Boys (VR) vs. TBA at Irvine High School Stadium

Monday, 27 November

- 05:00 PM: Soccer, Boys (VR) vs. Foothill/Santa Ana at Irvine High School Stadium

Tuesday, 28 November

- 05:00 PM: Soccer, Girls (VR) vs. Foothill/Santa Ana at Irvine High School Stadium

- 05:30 PM: Basketball, Girls (VR) vs. Tustin at Irvine High School Game Gym

Wednesday, 29 November

- 05:00 PM: Soccer, Boys (VR) vs. Tesoro at Irvine High School Stadium

Educate Family Members About Online Safety: Establish Clear Guidelines and Rules

Cybersecurity Awareness Month acts as a crucial time to refresh and to educate family members about online safety and good digital habits in today’s digital age:

  • Description: Parents can create a set of clear and concise guidelines that outline acceptable and unacceptable online behaviors. These rules should cover various aspects of digital usage, including time limits, types of websites and apps that can be accessed, and online communication etiquette.

  • Implementation: Hold a family meeting to discuss and establish these rules. Make sure to involve all family members in the conversation, allowing them to voice their opinions and ask questions. Clearly explain the reasons behind each rule to ensure understanding and compliance.

  • Example: Create a family internet usage policy that includes rules like no devices during dinner, a curfew for device usage at night, and a list of approved apps and websites.

Let us know if you want to learn more about this topic in future issues. There are a lot of options available for content filtering for computers, content filtering for Smartphones, etc.

Open Daily through October 31 Tanaka Farms Pumpkin Patch

October 7 - November 18 In-N-Out and OCPL Reading Challenge for Children Aged 4-12

October 23 Monday Morning Super Trek: Weir Canyon to the Overlook Trail 7:30 AM

October 28 Monster Splash

October 28 - 29 Bommer Canyon Campout.

Register online at yourirvine.org

Honor US veterans aged 50+ in Irvine by requesting a free American flag to decorate their yard/doorstep. Request online at yourirvine.org by Nov 1. Flags delivered by city of Irvine dignitaries, staff and volunteers on Nov 7-8.

For more information, contact [email protected]

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November 1 - 17, November 27 - December 14 Knott’s Berry Farm Military Tribute Days

Eligible Military personnel and up to 5 additional people for $19.99 each.

November 4 Love Irvine City-wide Serve Day

Click here to watch the intro video

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November 10 - 18 Anything Goes at Concordia University Irvine Studio Theatre

November 18 Experience Malavika Sarukkai's Anubandh – Connectedness: A Revolutionary Bharatanatyam Performance at the Irvine Barclay Theatre

See the trailer here

TAYLOR SWIFT - THE ERAS TOUR Playing now

The cultural phenomenon continues on the big screen! Immerse yourself in this once-in-a-lifetime concert film experience with a breathtaking, cinematic view of the history-making tour.

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December 2 Nutcracker for Kids by Pacific Symphony 10:00 and 11:30 AM

Click here to see the intro video

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