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Join the Neighborhood: Volunteer at Irvine’s CicloIrvine Event on May 3

Issue # 0375

Author

Joshua Tjia
31 Mar

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🥡🥢 Last Day! 50% Off Orange Chicken at EverSpring Modern Chinese

🚲🛴 Join the Neighborhood: Volunteer at Irvine’s CicloIrvine Event on May 3

🚜 Irvine Launches Road Repairs and Slurry Seal Project Starting April 1

⚽️ TinyTykes Soccer Program Returns April 8 for Kids Ages 2–5 at Blue Lake Park

🩺🚨 New CERT Graduates Complete Emergency Preparedness Training in Irvine

🌳🔥 Irvine and SCE Complete Wildfire Mitigation Project in Bommer Canyon

💮🏮💮 Create a Pressed Flower Lantern at Irvine Library's Adult Craft Workshop

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🦆 What to Do if You Find a Baby Bird or Duckling in the Wild

⚾️ UC Irvine Baseball Sweeps UC Riverside, Extends Win Streak to 10

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏐IVC Men’s Volleyball Wins Fourth Straight, Sweeps Miramar to Stay in Playoff Hunt

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚔 Irvine Man Arrested After Loaded Firearm Leads to Teen’s Fatal Shooting

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

What happened when C, E-flat and G walked into the bar?

The bartender said, “Sorry, we don’t serve minors.”

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

Last Day! 50% Off Orange Chicken at EverSpring Modern Chinese

Today’s the last day to enjoy EverSpring Modern Chinese’s weekday special—get 50% Orange Chicken from 11 AM to 5 PM. Don’t miss out—this is your final chance!

Join the Neighborhood: Volunteer at Irvine’s CicloIrvine Event on May 3


Volunteer at CicloIrvine on May 3, a unique event turning 1.4 miles of Campus Drive into a car-free community space. Volunteers (ages 14+) can sign up for shifts between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m., either solo or with a group. Sign up at cityofirvine.org/cicloirvine.

Irvine Launches Road Repairs and Slurry Seal Project Starting April 1

Starting Tuesday, April 1, the City of Irvine will begin pavement rehab and slurry seal work in West Irvine, North Park, and North Park Square to improve road quality and extend street life. In partnership with Irvine Ranch Water District, manhole and valve covers will also be adjusted on repaved streets.

  • Work hours are 8 a.m.–4 p.m. on residential streets and 9 a.m.–3 p.m. on arterials, with project completion expected by July.

  • Stay updated by signing up for the newsletter at lnks.gd/2/327hmRX.

TinyTykes Soccer Program Returns April 8 for Kids Ages 2–5 at Blue Lake Park

TinyTykes is a fun soccer-based child development program for ages 2–5, featuring interactive adventures with Lenny the Lion that help build motor, social, and psychological skills. Classes are held on Tuesdays from April 8 to May 27. Cost is $140.

Program Details:

  • Cubs Program (Ages 2–3):
    Time: 9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
    Location: Blue Lake Park

  • Lions Program (Ages 4–5):
    Time: 10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
    Location: Blue Lake Park

  • Registration:
    Visit the Community Center at 31 Creek Road in Woodbridge
    Call (949) 786-1800 during normal business hours to register

New CERT Graduates Complete Emergency Preparedness Training in Irvine

The City of Irvine congratulates the latest graduates of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program, who successfully completed 28 hours of instruction across eight sessions. This comprehensive training equips participants with vital disaster response skills—including emergency preparedness, fire safety, medical aid, and search and rescue—to assist themselves and others in the event of a major emergency. Since its inception in 1999, the program has trained over 3,000 Irvine residents and workers.

For further details, visit the City’s website here.

Irvine and SCE Complete Wildfire Mitigation Project in Bommer Canyon

The City of Irvine, in partnership with Southern California Edison (SCE), completed a multi-year wildfire mitigation project in Bommer Canyon to enhance fire safety and preserve open space. After a 2019 fire caused by a failed powerline crossarm, the City and SCE worked to remove overhead electrical infrastructure. By summer 2023, power lines were installed underground, and the final utility pole was removed last month.

Create a Pressed Flower Lantern at Irvine Library's Adult Craft Workshop

Join the Pressed Flower Craft for Adults workshop on Thursday, April 17, from 2:00–3:00 PM at Irvine University Park Library. Create a beautiful pressed flower lantern—materials are provided, and early arrival is encouraged. Open to adults and older adults. Registration is required with spots filling up fast, so sign up soon!

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. Apr 12th, 1:00 PM: Friends of Jazz Performance, Lone Wolf Brewing Co., Yorba Linda

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://timbmusic.org/events/

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. May 1-2, 7:00 PM: Broadway Rocks!, Big Theater

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.uhschoirs.org/2024-25-season.html

Upcoming Woodbridge High School's Music Calendar

  1. April 17, 7:00 PM: IUSD Honors Concert, Segerstrom Performing Arts Center

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

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. April 17, 7:00 PM: IUSD Honors Concert, Segerstrom Concert Hall.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://woodbridgechoirs.weebly.com/calendar.html

Upcoming Irvine High School's Music Calendar

  1. May 2, 7:30 PM: Music Under the Stars (MUTS), Irvine Amphitheater

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

What to Do if You Find a Baby Bird or Duckling in the Wild

Finding a baby bird, fledgling, or duckling can be concerning, but in most cases, it’s best not to interfere. Many wild animals leave their young temporarily while they search for food, and removing them can actually decrease their chances of survival. Here are the key steps to follow:

  • Observe from a distance — the mother may be nearby, watching and waiting for the area to clear.

  • Leave the baby where it was found — this allows the best opportunity for reunification. If a nest is needed, a simple one can be made from a margarine tub or berry basket (instructions can be found online).

  • Step in only if the mother is confirmed to be deceased — in this case, contacting a professional is appropriate.

To learn more, visit cityofirvine.org/animal-services.
For injured wildlife, call Irvine Animal Services at 949-724-7092.

UC Irvine Women’s Tennis Sweeps Monmouth 7-0 for First Win of 2025 Season

UC Irvine baseball extended their winning streak to 10 games with a 7-4 win over UC Riverside on Sunday, completing the weekend sweep. After falling behind 2-0 early, UCI rallied with clutch hitting, including a go-ahead solo homer from Colin Yeaman and key RBIs from Frankie Carney and Jacob McCombs. Max Martin secured his 7th save with a flawless two-inning close, while Ryder Brooks earned the win and Finnegan Wall delivered two scoreless frames. Yeaman led the offense with three hits and now tops the team with eight homers. The ‘Eaters are now 21-5 overall, 11-1 in Big West play, and face San Diego at home Tuesday, April 1 at 6:00 p.m. before a weekend series at No. 5 Oregon State.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Baseball

  • Tue, Apr 1 – vs San Diego, 6:00 PM

  • Tue, Apr 15 – vs LMU, 6:00 PM

Men's Volleyball

  • Sat, Apr 5 – vs UC San Diego, 6:00 PM

  • Sat, Apr 12 – vs UC Santa Barbara, 6:00 PM

Women's Tennis

  • Sun, Apr 6 – vs Cal State Fullerton, 11:00 AM

Men's Tennis

  • Wed, Apr 9 – vs UC San Diego, 2:00 PM

  • Sat, Apr 12 – vs UC Santa Barbara, 12:00 PM

Women's Golf

  • Mon, Apr 14 – vs Big West Championships (Las Vegas, NV – Spanish Trail CC)

IVC Men’s Volleyball Wins Fourth Straight, Sweeps Miramar to Stay in Playoff Hunt

Irvine Valley College men's volleyball team secured its fourth straight win, sweeping San Diego Miramar (27-25, 25-14, 25-21) to boost its record to 13-5 overall and 7-3 in the south division. The No. 6 state-ranked Lasers came back in a tight first set and dominated the next two, with key performances from freshmen Lucas Vo (10 kills, .714 hitting, 3 blocks), Bryce Nohava (28 assists, 4 blocks, 2 aces), and Spencer York (8 kills, 4 aces, 6 digs). The Lasers return to action Wednesday at Grossmont for another divisional match at 6 p.m.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

Men's Tennis

  • Tue, Apr 1 – vs Saddleback, 2:00 PM

Baseball

  • Tue, Apr 1 – vs Cypress, 2:00 PM

  • Sat, Apr 5 – vs Cypress, 12:00 PM

Men's Volleyball

  • Wed, Apr 9 - Orange Coast 6:00 PM

  • Fri, Apr 11 Santiago Canyon 6:00 PM

Women's Beach Volleyball

  • Fri, Apr 11 - Golden West 9:00 AM

  • Fri, Apr 11 - Riverside 10:00 AM

Women's Flag Football

  • Wed, Apr 9 Redlands TBA

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With March Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

March 2025

Monday, March 31

  • 3:00 PM – Baseball (VR) vs Pacific – TOURNAMENT at Great Park Baseball Field 8

Irvine Man Arrested After Loaded Firearm Leads to Teen’s Fatal Shooting

On March 27, the Irvine Police Department responded to a tragic incident involving a 13-year-old boy who suffered a fatal, self-inflicted gunshot wound while visiting a residence near Heathergreen and Weepingwood. The victim, accompanied by a friend, was visiting a juvenile resident; an adult female was also present. The firearm involved was found loaded and unsecured on a nightstand in the bedroom of Christian Douglas Yeager, 56, who was not home at the time. During the investigation, multiple unsecured firearms belonging to Yeager were recovered. As a result, Yeager was arrested and charged with criminal storage of a firearm (Penal Code 25100(a)) and child endangerment (Penal Code 273a(a)). The Irvine Police Department continues to work with the Irvine Unified School District to provide support to students and staff at Southlake Middle School. Firearm safety resources and complimentary gun locks are available at the Irvine Police Department Business Desk.

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