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Irvine to Create Its Own Library System, Closing Long-Standing Library

Issue # 0211

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Joshua Tjia
24 Jul

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🔬🚑🩺 35 High School Girls Gain Medical Insights through UCI's Summer Health Experience

📚📖 Irvine to Create Its Own Library System, Closing Long-Standing Library

🎶🎵 Join the Celebration! 100 Years of 'Rhapsody in Blue' at Great Park Live

🔥 Stay Safe This Summer: Top Tips to Prevent Grill Fires from NFPA

💧🧊 Stay Hydrated and Safe During Extreme Heat: Essential Tips

🏥 UCI Health First in Southern California to Use Advanced Photon-Counting CT Imaging

🌱🧤 Get Your Garden Summer-Ready with These Simple Steps

🎭 South Coast Repertory Welcomes New Leadership: Suzanne Appel to Succeed Paula Tomei in September

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐈🪼 Enhance Your Cat's Playtime with Interactive Aquarium Tanks

🏌🏻🤸🏻 Irvine Athletes Rose Zhang and Annaliese Dragan to Compete in 2024 Summer Olympics

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀 IVC Basketball Athlete Emily Freeman Commits to University of Alaska Fairbanks

🏀🏀 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 do you call a panda who tells jokes?

A pun-da!

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

35 High School Girls Gain Medical Insights through UCI's Summer Health Experience

The University of California Irvine's Summer Health Experience (SHE) program is giving 35 high school girls a head start in their medical careers through doctor shadowing and surgery simulations. Selected from over 300 applicants, participants aged 15 to 18 gain hands-on experience at the UCI Medical Center. Founded by Dr. Nimisha Parekh, a gastroenterologist, the 10-year-old program aims to inspire and mentor young women in the medical field. Dr. Parekh finds it rewarding to see the increasing interest and growth of women in medicine, fulfilling her goal of being a role model and mentor to aspiring female medical professionals.

Irvine to Create Its Own Library System, Closing Long-Standing Library

Irvine plans to leave the countywide library system, taking nearly 14% of its funding and over 167,000 catalog items. The city will take control of the Heritage Park and University Park Libraries, with $9 million in annual funding, and create a new department to manage its libraries. The Katie Wheeler Library will close but be replaced along with a new Great Park branch. Despite long-held frustrations over funding disparities, City Manager Oliver Chi views the move as an expansion. In exchange for county support, Irvine forfeits its claim to a $28 million fund. The City Council will finalize the decision soon.

Join the Celebration! 100 Years of 'Rhapsody in Blue' at Great Park Live

Celebrate 100 years of Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” at the Concert of Hope this Saturday night! Join the community at Great Park Live on July 27, at 8 PM for an unforgettable evening sponsored by City of Hope, honoring cancer survivors’ resilience. Tickets include free parking and the option to pre-order meals and beverages by 24 Carrots for pickup before the concert from 6 PM onwards. Attendees will enjoy the exclusive California premiere of Peter Boyer’s “Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue” with Jeffrey Biegel as piano soloist. Experience classical-jazz music under the stars while supporting City of Hope’s mission. Tickets are available now! Link to tickets

Stay Safe This Summer: Top Tips to Prevent Grill Fires from NFPA

July is the peak month for grill fires, with June, May, and August following closely behind, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) data from 2017-2021. To ensure a safe barbecue:

  • Keep children and pets at least three feet away from the grill and never leave it unattended.

  • For propane grills, avoid overfilling the tank, check for leaks with a soap and water solution, and store it upright away from heat sources.

  • For charcoal grills, let coals cool completely before disposal and avoid placing hot coals near flammable materials.

  • Follow these tips for a safe and enjoyable grilling experience. For more information, visit the NFPA website.

#GrillingSafety #NFPA

Stay Hydrated and Safe During Extreme Heat: Essential Tips

In extreme heat, staying hydrated is essential. Drink water regularly, avoid caffeine and alcohol as they dehydrate, and eat water-rich foods like fruits and vegetables. Stay hydrated and safe, California! Visit heatreadyca.com for more tips and resources.

#Hydration #ExtremeHeat #HeatSafety #CALFIRE

UCI Health First in Southern California to Use Advanced Photon-Counting CT Imaging

UCI Health has become the first in Southern California to use advanced photon-counting CT imaging, which provides higher resolution scans in less time. The new scanner is located at the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center and Ambulatory Care building in Irvine. This technology enhances the ability to diagnose and treat complex conditions with high-resolution images obtained in less than a second. UCI Health is committed to providing state-of-the-art medical imaging, with plans to open a new Outpatient Imaging Center next month at UCI Medical Center in Orange. Imaging services are also available at various UCI Health locations across Orange County.

Get Your Garden Summer-Ready with These Simple Steps

- Mulch: Apply 3 to 6 inches of mulch around plants to retain moisture. Visit IRWD.com/mulchmadness for half-off bulk purchases.

- Smart Timer: Switch to a weather-based controller with rebates up to $255. Learn more at IRWD.com/rebates.

- Plan for Fall: Start planning for the fall planting season with tips and tools at IRWD.com/landscape.

View the full issue in IRWD's gardening newsletter at IRWD.com/thedirt

South Coast Repertory Welcomes New Leadership: Suzanne Appel to Succeed Paula Tomei in September

South Coast Repertory has appointed Suzanne Appel, a nationally respected theater administrator, as their new managing director, succeeding Paula Tomei. Appel, who is currently the managing director of New York’s Vineyard Theatre, will begin her new role in September, sharing the CEO title with SCR’s artistic director, David Ivers. Appel brings extensive experience, having successfully managed Vineyard Theatre's finances during the pandemic and previously held leadership roles at Hubbard Street Dance Chicago and The Cutting Ball Theater. Appel holds an MBA from Yale School of Management and an MFA from Yale School of Drama. In an interview, Appel expressed her enthusiasm for joining SCR, citing its impact on new play development and her eagerness to partner with Ivers. She highlighted the challenges faced by theaters in attracting audiences and emphasized the importance of providing engaging, human experiences. Appel's background in strategic planning and fundraising positions her to address these challenges effectively at SCR.

We will resume with the high school music calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall semester.

Enhance Your Cat's Playtime with Interactive Aquarium Tanks

Cat aquarium tanks are interactive toys featuring battery-operated fish that swim like real ones, perfect for engaging your cat’s hunting instincts and providing mental enrichment. These durable plastic tanks often include bubbles or dangling toys, encouraging batting and playful pouncing. Enhance your cat's playtime with a toy aquarium tank for exercise and stimulation. For more pet care tips, visit cityofirvine.org/irvine-animal-care-center/resources.

#CatEnrichment #FelineFun #IrvineAnimalCareCenter #IrvineAnimals #WeAreIrvine

Irvine Athletes Rose Zhang and Annaliese Dragan to Compete in 2024 Summer Olympics

Irvine is proudly sending two of its own to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Golf prodigy Rose Zhang and rhythmic gymnast Annaliese Dragan are set to compete on the world stage, each bringing their unique talents and dedication to represent their hometown and their heritage.

Golf: Rose Zhang, at 21, will be the youngest golfer in the Olympics since 1904. After a year in professional golf and balancing classes at Stanford, Zhang secured her spot with a strong finish in the KPMG tournament. Despite her busy schedule, she cherishes her time in Irvine.

Rhythmic gymnastics: Annaliese Dragan, 18, qualified for the Summer Olympics and will represent Romania. Training up to eight hours daily at Irvine’s Nimble Rhythmic Gymnastics, Dragan aspires to win an Olympic medal, a dream since she was six.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

We will resume with UCI’s athletic calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall quarter.

IVC Basketball Athlete Emily Freeman Commits to University of Alaska Fairbanks

Emily Freeman, a sophomore women's basketball player from Irvine Valley College (IVC), has committed to NCAA Division II University of Alaska Fairbanks. Known for her excellence on and off the court, Freeman was named IVC's Scholar Athlete of the Year and Character Champion for the 2023-24 season. She served as a team captain, honor student, and community servant, contributing to various outreach programs and academic initiatives. With a 3.92 GPA and multiple Dean's List honors, Freeman exemplifies the engaged student-athlete. Averaging 9.1 points per game and leading her team with 69 three-pointers, she was a pivotal player for IVC, helping the team achieve a 21-8 overall record and a top 10 ranking in Southern California.

🏐⚽🏀 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 calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall semester.

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

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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

  • 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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