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Irvine’s Mid-Autumn Festival Returns to Great Park September 25

Issue # 0705

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Joshua Tjia
09 Sep

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh of the Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

☀️ Extreme Heat Warning Followed by Heat Advisory in Irvine Through Thursday

🍞🥪 From Döner to Banh Mi: 7 Sandwiches to Try Around Irvine and OC

🌕🥮 Irvine’s Mid-Autumn Festival Returns to Great Park September 25

🚌🌟 IUSD Students Named Among Top 300 Junior Innovators Nationwide

🧴 Stay Safe in the Sun: Simple Tips for Hot Days Ahead

🌱🧤 Join a Morning of Habitat Restoration at Irvine Regional Park, Sep. 12

🎨 Discover Local Ceramic Art by James Jalali in Irvine

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐈‍⬛🐕 Irvine Animal Care Center Celebrates 11 Pet Adoptions

⚽️ UCI Women’s Soccer Hosts San Diego Thursday for Anti-Cancer Challenge Match

🏀🏐🎾⚽️ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏐 IVC Women’s Volleyball Earns Second Straight Win With Victory Over MiraCosta

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚓💄Irvine Police Arrest Two Women Suspected in CVS Cosmetic Thefts

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

What did the ground say when fall came?

Well, that’s a re-leaf.

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

Extreme Heat Warning Followed by Heat Advisory in Irvine Through Thursday

An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect in Irvine through Wednesday, September 9, at 8 p.m., followed by a Heat Advisory through Thursday, September 10, at 8 p.m. City of Irvine facilities are open as cooling centers for residents and their pets. Residents are encouraged to drink plenty of water, limit strenuous outdoor activity, wear lightweight clothing and sun protection, check on those more vulnerable to heat, and not leave behind children or pets in parked vehicles.

From Döner to Banh Mi: 7 Sandwiches to Try Around Irvine and OC

Looking for a great sandwich around Orange County? This roundup highlights seven must-try options, from stacked deli meats and Turkish döner to Cuban classics and vegan banh mi.

  • Which Wich – The Wicked: A hearty sandwich loaded with turkey, ham, roast beef, pepperoni, bacon, veggies, and your choice of cheese at The Market Place in Tustin.

  • DönerG – Chicken Döner Pita: Crispy pita packed with carved, marinated chicken and sauce. Locations include The Market Place and Crossroads in Irvine.

  • Piadina Italian Market Sandwich – The Reggio: Crispy Italian flatbread filled with prosciutto, Parmigiano-Reggiano, mozzarella, mushrooms, arugula, tomato, tartar sauce, and Tabasco at The Market Place.

  • Pandor Artisan Bakery & Café – Croque Madame: A large French open-faced sandwich topped with ham, Gruyère cheese, béchamel sauce, and two sunny-side-up eggs, available at The Market Place and Newport Beach.

  • Habana – Media Noche: A classic Cuban-style sandwich with slow-roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, mayo, and mustard, pressed until warm and crispy at Irvine Spectrum Center.

  • Mendocino Farms – Vegan Banh Mi: A meat-free take on banh mi featuring baked salt-and-pepper tofu, pickled vegetables, jalapeños, cilantro, cucumber, and vegan mayo. Irvine locations include The Market Place and University Center.

  • Dave’s Hot Chicken – Single Slider: A crispy halal chicken tender on a soft potato bun with coleslaw, pickles, Dave’s sauce, and American cheese at Culver Plaza in Irvine.

Irvine’s Mid-Autumn Festival Returns to Great Park September 25

Join the City of Irvine for the sixth annual Mid-Autumn Festival on Friday, September 25, from 5–9:30 p.m. at the Great Park. This free, family-friendly celebration of the traditional Moon Festival will feature live performances, cultural displays, hands-on crafts, food, and activities highlighting East and Southeast Asian traditions.

IUSD Students Named Among Top 300 Junior Innovators Nationwide

Irvine Unified School District students have been named among the top 300 junior innovators nationwide in the Thermo Fisher Scientific competition. Selected from nearly 2,000 entries, the students advanced from the IUSD Science Fair to the County Science Fair before reaching the national competition.

Stay Safe in the Sun: Simple Tips for Hot Days Ahead

With temperatures staying high over the next few weeks, remember to stay safe in the sun.

  • Use SPF 30+ sunscreen

  • Reapply sunscreen every two hours

  • Drink plenty of water

  • Watch for signs of sunburn

  • Seek medical care if a sunburn is severe

Join a Morning of Habitat Restoration at Irvine Regional Park, Sep. 12

Volunteers are invited to help restore the Habitat Adventure Trail at Irvine Regional Park on Saturday, September 12, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Activities include removing invasive plants, clearing debris, trimming shrubs and preparing areas for new native plants. The event and parking are free for volunteers, with tools and gloves available.

Discover Local Ceramic Art by James Jalali in Irvine

Artist James Jalali creates ceramic pieces inspired by nature, combining smooth and textured surfaces, organic shapes, and natural imperfections to give each piece its own character. His ceramic collection is currently on display and available for purchase at the Irvine Fine Arts Center Store.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

No 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 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 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 events scheduled for this month.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.phsmusicbooster.org/buy-ticket

Irvine Animal Care Center Celebrates 11 Pet Adoptions

From August 31–September 6, the Irvine Animal Care Center celebrated the adoption of 1 dog, Larry, and 10 cats: Berlioz, Gracie, Layne, Peter, Ragnar, Rollo, Swift, Thomas, Timber, and Toulouse. The center also sent one pigeon to a rescue and reunited two dogs and two cats with their owners.

For more information about adopting a pet visit here.

UCI Women’s Soccer Hosts San Diego Thursday for Anti-Cancer Challenge Match

UC Irvine women’s soccer hosts San Diego on Thursday at 6 p.m. at Anteater Stadium for its Anti-Cancer Challenge Match, supporting cancer research and honoring former Anteater Jenika Davis and her journey with leukemia.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men’s Soccer

  • Thur, Sep 10 - vs San Diego, 6:00 PM

  • Sun, Sep 13 - vs UNLV, 6:00 PM

Men’s Waterpolo

  • Fri, Sep 11 - vs UCLA, 2:00 PM

Women’s Volleyball

  • Fri, Sep 11 - vs LMU, 6:00 PM

  • Sat, Sep 12 - vs Utah Tech, 1:00 PM

  • Sun, Sep 13 - vs San José State, 12:00 PM

IVC Women’s Volleyball Earns Second Straight Win With Victory Over MiraCosta

Irvine Valley College women’s volleyball earned its second straight win, defeating MiraCosta at home in four sets, to improve to 2-1.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

Women’s Volleyball

  • Fri, Sep 18 - vs Santa Ana, 6:00 PM

  • Wed, Sep 23 - vs Santiago Canyon, 6:00 PM

  • Fri, Sep 25 - vs Pasadena City, 6:00 PM

  • Wed, Sep 30 - vs Riverside, 6:00 PM

Men’s Soccer

  • Fri, Sep 18 - vs Rio Hondo, 4:00 PM

Women’s Soccer

  • Tue, Sep 22 - vs LA Valley, 3:00 PM

  • Tue, Sep 29 - vs Santa Ana, 3:00 PM

High School Athletics Calendar

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Updated with September Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

September 2026

Wednesday, September 9

  • Golf, Girls - 4:00 PM vs Pacifica Christian/Orange Cty

  • Flag Football, Girls - 4:30 PM vs Rosary Academy

Thursday, September 10

  • Tennis, Girls - 3:15 PM vs University

Irvine Police Arrest Two Women Suspected in CVS Cosmetic Thefts

Irvine Police arrested two Los Angeles County women suspected of stealing more than $2,000 in cosmetics from a CVS in Quail Hill on August 19. Detectives later located the pair during another alleged theft at a CVS in Ladera Ranch, where more than $4,000 in cosmetics were recovered following a short foot pursuit. Police said both women also had outstanding warrants related to transnational organized crime and were booked into Orange County Jail on suspicion of commercial burglary.

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

September 10 Free Grocery Food Box 9 AM - 12 PM

September 12 Catfish Fishing Derby 6 AM - 1 PM

September 12 Concordia University: Salastina 6 - 7:30 PM

September 12 - 13 Modern Makers Mart: Woodbury Town Center 3 - 8:30 PM

September 13 E-Bike and E-Moto Buy Back 10 AM - 1 PM

September 13 Fiesta Latina en Irvine 11 AM - 4 PM

September 15 My Hero Academia in Concert 7:30 PM

September 25 Healthy Living Expo 9 AM - 12 PM

September 25 The Mākaha Sons 8 PM

September 25 Mid-Autumn Festival 5 - 9:30 PM

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