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Issue # 078

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Joshua Tjia
16 Jan

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

👮‍♂️🧸💜 UCI Police Extend Holiday Spirit, Donate Toys to Support Local Families and Survivors

👶🧒💙 Pediatric Healthcare Centers Now Frontline in Orange County's Battle Against Human Trafficking

♻🥫🚮 New Year, New Recycling Habits: Discover Orange County's A-Z Recycling Guide

🖱⌨ UCI Invites Community to Participate in Essential Economic Survival Skills Workshop

💃🚸 IUSD's Vibrant Start to the Year: Students Dive into Learning, Win Prizes, and Meet Police K9

🎭🎨 Westpark Elementary Celebrates Student Creativity: Reflections Exhibit Open

🚭🚬 Discover a Healthier You with UCI Health's Quit Smoking Help and Advice

⚡🚳 Irvine Enforces E-Bike Ban in Open Spaces to Protect Preserve Trails and Safety

⏹👩‍🎨 Discover the Art of Mosaics: Irvine Fine Arts Center's Upcoming Workshop

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐇🐈 Irvine Animal Shelter Celebrates a Busy Week with Numerous Adoptions

🏃‍♂️🎽 UCI Women's Track and Field Dominate Spokane Indoor: Johnson Sets New Record

🏀🏝 UCI Men's Basketball Takes Down Hawai'i in a Thrilling 60-50 Victory

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀 Irvine Valley Women's Basketball Secures Major Win, Boosting Season Record to 10-6

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏀 Woodbridge High Boys Basketball Rallies to Clinch Victory Against Irvine

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

👮‍♂️🚔🎯 Irvine Police Hunt for Prolific Target Store Thief, $39K in Losses

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

Why did the bunny build a new house?

Answer: He was fed up with the hole thing

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

UCI Police Extend Holiday Spirit, Donate Toys to Support Local Families and Survivors

Crime Survivors sends Appreciation to UCI Police Department for their post-holiday donation of toys and stuffed animals, aiding victims, survivors, and families year-round. Their ongoing commitment and exceptional efforts in campus and community safety strengthen their partnership.

Pediatric Healthcare Centers Now Frontline in Orange County's Battle Against Human Trafficking

A new law mandates pediatric care facilities to display notices about human trafficking, including contacts for nonprofit support organizations. Non-compliance incurs a $500 fine initially, increasing to $1,000 for further offenses. In 2023, the Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force helped 420 victims, 37% of whom were children. The Orange County District Attorney's Office actively combats human trafficking as part of this task force.

New Year, New Recycling Habits: Discover Orange County's A-Z Recycling Guide

Visit OCRecycleGuide.com for a comprehensive A-Z list of recyclable items in Orange County, including lights, electronics, batteries, paint, and oil, to start recycling correctly this year.

UCI Invites Community to Participate in Essential Economic Survival Skills Workshop

The "Survival Skills for a Tough Economy Workshop Series" offers resources and skills to navigate today's challenging economy, including UCI and community resources, and self-help skills.

  • It's a free, virtual class open to all, including patients, staff, and community members.

  • Registration is required

  • Participants will receive presentation information, resource handouts, and community contacts.

The workshop cannot be recorded due to patient privacy. The next session is on stress management techniques by Theresa Nutt, MA, BSN, on January 17 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

IUSD's Vibrant Start to the Year: Students Dive into Learning, Win Prizes, and Meet Police K9

Post-winter break, students in the #IUSDCommunity engaged in various activities including learning games, mental health exercises, assemblies, field trips, and sports. They also presented an award-winning app, won pizza lunches, and interacted with Irvine Police Department's K9 Ronnie. Excited for a great year ahead! Follow for more updates.

#NewsAroundTheDistrict

Westpark Elementary Celebrates Student Creativity: Reflections Exhibit Open

Westpark Elementary is displaying Reflections Participants' creative work in the MPR (Multi Purpose Room), open to parents before/after school and to students during school hours.

Discover a Healthier You with UCI Health's Quit Smoking Help and Advice

UCI Health provides various resources for those ready to quit smoking, including a free, interactive program "Thinking About Quitting Smoking" that covers motivation, benefits, health risks, and reasons behind smoking. Their health library offers tools like

  • a smoking cost calculator

  • a smokeless tobacco quiz

  • a pregnancy smoking quiz

  • lung cancer risk assessment

  • information on nicotine, e-cigarettes, and weight maintenance post-quitting

Additional support is available through the California Smokers' Helpline and guides from the American Cancer Society and American Heart Association.

Irvine Enforces E-Bike Ban in Open Spaces to Protect Preserve Trails and Safety

Irvine's new e-bike ordinance, effective July 2023, bans e-bikes in open spaces, including equestrian, hiking, and recreational trails, to protect natural habitats and ensure safety. New signs at trailheads and entry points enforce this rule, with the Irvine Police Department issuing citations for violations. Non-motorized mountain biking is still permitted. The ban addresses concerns about trail damage, safety risks, and wildfire hazards posed by e-bikes.

Discover the Art of Mosaics: Irvine Fine Arts Center's Upcoming Workshop

Join the Introduction to Mosaic Art workshop at Irvine Fine Arts Center to create stunning collages. Learn key techniques with various materials and express your creativity. Suitable for all levels, the workshop is on January 20, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Register at yourirvine.org. 

#IrvineFineArtsCenter #MosaicArt #DIYMasterpiece #WeAreIrvine

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. March 6, 2024: Spring Festival Concert – Band (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

  2. March 7, 2024: Spring Festival Concert – Orchestra (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

  3. March 16, 2024: Irvine Jazz Festival (8:00 am - 5:00 pm)

  4. 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. February 1 & 2: LEGENDS CONCERT at 7:00 PM.

  2. March 7, 8, 9, 14,15, 16: EVITA - Spring Musical at 7:00 PM.

  3. 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 January.

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

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. January 17th-22nd: WHS Music Department Disney World Trip

  2. February 29th-March 2nd, 7 PM shows: The Wizard of Oz

  3. March 22nd, 7 PM: Spring Concert

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

  5. 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 January.

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

Upcoming Irvine High School's Choral Calendar

  1. Fri & Sat, Jan. 26 & 27: Weekend Singers & Canta Bella at Pilgrim Pines.

  2. Th-Sat, Feb. 1-3, All day: CA All-State Choir Weekend (Any Student) in Sacramento, CA.

  3. Th.-Sat, Feb. 29-Mar 2, 7:00 PM: IHS Musical (Any student) at IHS Theater.

  4. March 12 or 13, Morning: IHS Arts Assembly (Canta Bella & Irvine Singers) at IHS Game Gym.

  5. Mon, Mar. 18, 7:00 PM: Spring Concert (All Choirs) at Concordia Univ.

  6. Fri, March 22, Morning: CSU Fullerton Festival (Irvine Singers) at CSUF Meng Hall.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  15. 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

Irvine Animal Shelter Celebrates a Busy Week with Numerous Adoptions

From January 1-7, 3 dogs (Elsa, Nova, Satin), 20 cats, and 2 rabbits (Alice, Toby) were adopted. 1 cat (Lumi) and 1 snake (Nagini) were sent to rescue, and 6 dogs were returned to their owners. To learn more about adopting an animal, visit irvineanimals.org/adopt.

UCI Women's Track and Field Dominate Spokane Indoor: Johnson Sets New Record

At the Spokane Indoor Challenge, UC Irvine's women's track & field team had a standout performance. Reyna Johnson set a school record in the long jump with 5.89 meters, surpassing the previous record. Kailah McKenzie placed second in the long jump and third in the high jump, entering UCI's top-10. Deandra Tyler won the shot put, and the team excelled in the weight throw and 60m hurdles, with notable performances from Jazzmine Davis and Reyna Johnson. In distance events, Sameen Andar and Malia Gay were top finishers. Mia Marquez achieved a personal best in the 400m. The team will compete next at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Invitational in Albuquerque.

UCI Men's Basketball Takes Down Hawai'i in a Thrilling 60-50 Victory

UC Irvine achieved a 60-50 win over Hawai'i, thanks to a balanced offense and strong defense. Pierre Crockrell II led UCI with 16 points and three assists. The team now stands at 5-0 in the Big West and 12-5 overall, boasting the league's longest win streak. Key contributions included Justin Hohn's 12 points, Carter Welling's efficient 12 points in under 10 minutes, and Andre Henry's eight rebounds and nine points. UCI excelled in defense, notably against Hawai'i's three-point attempts, holding them to 17.6% success. Hawai'i's top performer was Bernardo da Silva with a double-double of 17 points and 14 rebounds. UCI's next game is at home against UC San Diego on January 18.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Basketball

  1.   Thurs, Jan 18th: vs UC San Diego, 7:00 PM

  2.  Sat, Jan 27th: vs CSUN, 7:00 PM

Men's Volleyball.

  1.   Wed, Jan 17th: vs McKendree, 6:00 p.m.

  2.  Wed, Jan 31st: vs UCLA, 6:00 p.m.

Women's Basketball

  1. Sat, January 20th: vs UC Davis, 2:00 PM

  2.  Thurs, January 25th: vs Long Beach State, 11:00 AM

Men's Tennis

  •  Fri, January 26th: vs BYU, Time TBA

  •  Sat, January 27th: vs San Diego State, Time TBA

Baseball

  1.  Sat, January 27th: vs Alumni Game, 12:00 PM

Irvine Valley Women's Basketball Secures Major Win, Boosting Season Record to 10-6

Irvine Valley's women's basketball team improved their record to 10-6 (1-1 in the Orange Empire Conference) with a 74-60 win over Santa Ana. Leading 38-25 at halftime, they extended their lead to 28 points in the fourth quarter, eventually winning by 14. Three players scored in double figures: Christen Ziska (22 points), Emily Freeman (14 points), and Makena Tomlinson (12 points, 14 rebounds). The team's next game is at home against Golden West.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Women's Basketball

  1. Wed, Jan 17: vs Golden West* at 6:00 PM

  2. Fri, Jan 19: at Fullerton* at 7:00 PM

Woodbridge High Boys Basketball Rallies to Clinch Victory Against Irvine

Woodbridge High School's boys basketball team made a remarkable comeback to beat Irvine 52-46 in a Pacific Coast League game. Trailing by 10 points at halftime, they improved their play in the second half, led by Stephen Lamp (21 points) and Jaiden Sabino (19 points). Their full court press strategy caused turnovers, helping them overturn the deficit and secure the win. This victory improved Woodbridge's record to 13-7 overall and 2-1 in the league. Irvine's coach acknowledged the effectiveness of Woodbridge's press and the need for his team to improve.

High School Athletics Calendar -

** Updated With January Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

January 2024

Tuesday, January 16

  • Soccer, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Stadium

Wednesday, January 17

  • Wrestling, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 6:30 PM vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • Wrestling, Girls Varsity (VR)

  • - 6:30 PM vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Game Gym

Friday, January 19

  • Soccer, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Laguna Hills at Irvine High School Stadium

Monday, January 22

  • Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 3:30 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Stadium

  • Water Polo, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 4:30 PM vs. Portola at Portola High School

  • Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:30 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • Basketball, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 7:00 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Game Gym

Wednesday, January 24

  • Water Polo, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 4:15 PM vs. Northwood High School at Northwood High School

  •  Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Stadium

  • Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:30 PM vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Game Gym

  •  Basketball, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 7:00 PM vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Game Gym

Friday, January 26, 2024

  •  Soccer, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 3:15 PM vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Stadium

  • -Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Sage Hill at Irvine High School Stadium

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

  • Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:30 PM vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Game Gym

Irvine Police Hunt for Prolific Target Store Thief, $39K in Losses

Police are seeking help to identify a serial burglar targeting Target stores across Southern California, responsible for an estimated $39,000 in thefts, recently stealing iPads. Contact mricci@cityofirvine if you have information.

#FelonyFriday #irvinepolice #crimealert

  • 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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