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Irvine Extends Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center Through 2027

Issue # 0675

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Joshua Tjia
28 Jul

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh of the Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🚛☣️ Irvine Extends Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center Through 2027

🥬🫜📦 Support Local Families by Volunteering with Irvine's Food Box Distribution

🗑️♻️ Learn Waste Management Tips at a Free Workshop for Older Adults

🍼 Crime Survivors Resource Center Offers Free Diaper and Wipes Distribution for Survivors and Families

☀️ How Heat and Humidity Can Affect Asthma—and Ways to Stay Safe This Summer

🦋🌱 Join a Morning of Monarch Butterfly Conservation at Bommer Canyon

🪸🐚 Shop, Craft & Meet a Mermaid at Modern Makers Mart, August 8–9

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐕🐈 15 Animals Find New Homes Through Irvine Animal Care Center

🤽‍♀️ Former UC Irvine Standout Tara Prentice Earns Another Gold Medal with Team USA

🏀🏐🎾⚽️ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚓🚨 Irvine Police Arrest Suspected DUI Driver After Witness Report and Drone Response

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

Why don’t seashells take baths?

Because they wash up on the beach.

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

Irvine Extends Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center Through 2027

The City of Irvine has extended the lease for the Irvine Regional Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center through December 31, 2027, allowing the facility to remain at its current location while a permanent site is identified. The center is open Tuesday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 

Support Local Families by Volunteering with Irvine's Food Box Distribution

Love Irvine is inviting volunteers to support the City of Irvine's Food Box Distribution Program, which provides free grocery boxes to community members experiencing food insecurity. Whether you can help set up, organize, or distribute food boxes, your time and support can make a meaningful difference for local families.

  • Distribute Food Boxes: Second Thursday of each month, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

  • Set Up & Organize: Last Wednesday of each month, 8:30–10:30 a.m.

  • Additional Opportunities: Extra volunteer shifts are available in August.

  • Get Involved: Register for a volunteer shift here 

  • Questions can be sent to [email protected].

Learn Waste Management Tips at a Free Workshop for Older Adults

Older adults are invited to attend a free waste management presentation on Wednesday, July 29, from 3–4 p.m. at the Lakeview Senior Center (Pat & Derrel Kay Café). Hosted by Mayor Larry Agran and Waste Management's Muyisa Kasomo, the session will cover how to make the most of waste and recycling services, available programs and discounts for seniors, and practical recycling tips. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions during a live Q&A. No registration is required, and everyone is welcome to attend.

Crime Survivors Resource Center Offers Free Diaper and Wipes Distribution for Survivors and Families

Crime Survivors Resource Center is offering free diaper and wipes distributions for survivors and their families on select dates throughout July and August. Supplies are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with some pickup dates requiring participation in a support program or activity. Upcoming distribution dates include:

  • Wednesday, July 29: 8–10 a.m.

  • Wednesday, August 5: 8–10 a.m.

  • Saturday, August 15: 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

  • Wednesday, August 19: 5:30–7:30 p.m.

  • Friday, August 28: 3–4 p.m.

How Heat and Humidity Can Affect Asthma—and Ways to Stay Safe This Summer

Hot weather and high humidity can make asthma symptoms worse by irritating the airways and increasing exposure to common triggers like mold, pollen, and air pollution. Understanding these seasonal risks and taking a few simple precautions can help reduce flare-ups and make it easier to enjoy summer safely.

Key Summer Asthma Triggers

  • 🌡️ High heat and humidity

  • 🌫️ Air pollution and ozone

  • 🌱 Pollen

  • 🍔 BBQ smoke

  • 🏊 Chlorine from swimming pools

  • 🦠 Mold and dust mites

  • 💨 Windy weather that stirs up allergens

  • ❄️ Sudden temperature changes between air conditioning and outdoor heat

  • 🏠 Poor indoor ventilation

Tips to Help Manage Asthma in Summer

  • Keep your home well-ventilated.

  • Use a dehumidifier in damp areas, such as bathrooms.

  • Limit time outdoors during extremely hot or humid weather.

  • Take asthma medications as prescribed by your healthcare provider.

  • Seek medical care if symptoms worsen or are not relieved by your usual treatment.

  • Check daily weather, pollen, and air quality forecasts before spending time outdoors.

  • Stay hydrated to help your body cope with hot weather.

  • Avoid smoke from grills, campfires, cigarettes, and wildfires whenever possible.

  • Keep windows closed on high-pollen or poor air quality days.

  • Clean regularly to reduce dust, mold, and dust mites inside your home.

Join a Morning of Monarch Butterfly Conservation at Bommer Canyon

Help support monarch butterfly conservation by volunteering at Bommer Canyon Preserve on Wednesday, August 12, from 8:00–10:30 a.m. Participants will help weed invasive plants, spread mulch, water native plants, and create milkweed and nectar plant habitats to support migrating monarch butterflies. No experience is needed, and tools and safety equipment will be provided.

Shop, Craft & Meet a Mermaid at Modern Makers Mart, August 8–9

Modern Makers Mart returns to Woodbury Town Center in Irvine on August 8–9 from 3–8:30 p.m. with a free, family-friendly "Under the Sea" themed event. Visitors can shop from 55+ local vendors, enjoy live music, crafts, a slime bar, permanent jewelry, and meet a mermaid from 4–6 p.m. both days. The event is also pet-friendly, making it a fun outing for the whole family.

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

15 Animals Find New Homes Through Irvine Animal Care Center

More pets found happy endings at the Irvine Animal Care Center during the week of July 20–26. A total of 15 animals found loving homes, including 1 dog, 13 cats, and 1 bird. The center also transferred 1 dog and 4 cats to rescue organizations, while 4 dogs and 1 cat were reunited with their owners.

If you're thinking about adopting a pet, visit the Irvine Animal Care Center to meet animals looking for their forever homes.

Former UC Irvine Standout Tara Prentice Earns Another Gold Medal with Team USA

Former UC Irvine women's water polo player Tara Prentice helped Team USA win the gold medal at the 2026 World Aquatics World Cup Final in Sydney, defeating China, Australia, and Spain on the way to the championship. The title adds to Prentice's international career, which includes multiple world championships, a Pan American Games gold medal, and representing Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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 Police Arrest Suspected DUI Driver After Witness Report and Drone Response

A witness reported a woman who appeared to be intoxicated as she walked toward her truck earlier this month. The Irvine Police Department's Drone as First Responder tracked the vehicle from the air while guiding officers on the ground. A 38-year-old Tustin woman was arrested on suspicion of DUI.

Police remind the public to call 9-1-1 if they suspect an impaired driver.

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!

Irvine Insider is sent to a local audience of Irvine residence Monday through Friday with 50% - 60% open rate. Our newsletter is a great way to reach Irvine residents.

  • 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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