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Issue # 072

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

๐Ÿ˜ Laugh Of The Day

๐ŸŒค๏ธ Irvine Weather

๐Ÿ›‘๐Ÿ‘๏ธ๐Ÿ“š Learn Vital Signs of Human Trafficking with Hope for Justice

โš–๏ธ๐Ÿ” Orange County DA's Office Seeks Paralegal for High-Profile Trial Support

๐ŸŠโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ‘ถ๐ŸŠโ€โ™€๏ธ Enhance Your Swimming Skills: Enroll in Irvine's Expert-Led 'Learn to Swim' Program

๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ’ฎ๐Ÿ“ Join Tanaka Farms' Winter Special: Strawberry Picking Tours This Weekend

โœ‚๏ธ๐ŸŽจ๐ŸŒ Explore the World Through Crafts: Free Monthly Event for Kids at Irvine University Library

๐Ÿฉธ๐Ÿ’‰๐ŸŽ Start the New Year by Saving Lives: Join UCI Health's Blood Drive on Jan. 5

๐ŸŒฒ๐Ÿšดโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿฅพ Join the Black Star Canyon Wilderness Trek

๐Ÿฉฐ๐ŸŒŸ Dance Your Way into Summer with ABT's Intensive Workshops - Auditions Start January 6

๐ŸŽผ๐ŸŽผ Upcoming High School Music Calendar

๐Ÿฐ๐Ÿก Discover the Joy of Rabbit Adoption: Easy Training and Strong Bonds Await

๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ’ช๐ŸŠโ€โ™‚๏ธ Dan Klatt's Leadership Ushers in a New Era of Excellence for UC Irvine Water Polo

๐Ÿ€๐ŸŒŸ UCI Basketball's New High: Crockrell II Delivers 16 Assists, One Shy of Record

๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ๐ŸŽพโšพ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿšบ Irvine Valley College to Launch California's First Varsity Women's Flag Football Program in 2024

๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ’ฅ IVC Men's Basketball: Lasers Edge Out Bobcats in Nail-Biting Finish

๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ€ Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

๐Ÿˆ๐ŸŽพ High School Varsity Athletics: Football Face-offs and Sports Calendar

๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ’ณ๐Ÿ’ผ Irvine PD Seeks Public's Help in Credit Card Fraud Case; $900 Spree at Home Depots

๐Ÿ“…๐Ÿ“… Lots of Local Events

๐Ÿ“ž๐Ÿ’ก Useful Contact Information

Why was the broom late?

Answer: It over-swept!

We hope this joke brings some laughter to your day! ๐Ÿ˜

Learn Vital Signs of Human Trafficking with Hope for Justice

Learn to recognize human trafficking signs with resources from Hope for Justice. Visit their website during Human Trafficking Prevention Month for vital information.

#FightHumanTrafficking #Awareness #Prevention

Orange County DA's Office Seeks Paralegal for High-Profile Trial Support

The Orange County District Attorneyโ€™s Office is hiring an experienced paralegal for trial support, including digital discovery. Responsibilities include researching, drafting memos, post-conviction work, ensuring discovery compliance, and managing databases. Candidates should be self-motivated with strong research and computer skills. Apply here

Enhance Your Swimming Skills: Enroll in Irvine's Expert-Led 'Learn to Swim' Program

The City of Irvine's "Learn to Swim" program offers swimming lessons for all ages and abilities

  • Classes available for infants, children, teens, and adults

  • Sessions are available in two- or four-week formats, with classes held on weekdays or Saturdays.

  • Private instruction also available.

Registration, withdrawal, and refund details are available on their website. Classes are held at the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center and Northwood High School Aquatics Center. For more information, visit the City of Irvine's website or contact them via email at [email protected].

Join Tanaka Farms' Winter Special: Strawberry Picking Tours This Weekend

Special Winter Strawberry Picking Tours at Tanaka Farms on January 5-7 (Friday to Sunday) with tours at 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, and 2:30pm. Limited spots, reservations required. Only the strawberry picking area is open, rest of the farm is closed for Winter Break. Book now

#californiagrown #local #strawberries #farmtotable

Explore the World Through Crafts: Free Monthly Event for Kids at Irvine University Library

Join a free cultural craft event for kids (3-8) and families at Irvine University Park Library. Explore global cultures every month. Next session: Sunday, Jan 7, 11am-12pm. Address: 4512 Sandburg Way, Irvine, CA 92612. Contact: 949-786-4001.

#OCPL #OCPublicLibraries #OrangeCounty #Irvine

Start the New Year by Saving Lives: Join UCI Health's Blood Drive on Jan. 5

January is National Blood Donor Month. UCI Health is hosting a blood drive on Jan. 4-5. Donations can save up to three lives. Donors get a $10 gift card. Register in advance at https://bit.ly/3Bjb69w.

Join the Black Star Canyon Wilderness Trek

Black Star Canyon offers trails for all levels of:

  • hikers, bikers, and equestrians

  • options ranging from easy 30-minute walks to challenging 7+ mile treks. No pre-registration is required

  • Bring necessary safety gear and stay on designated trails to avoid fines and for safety, as the area has wildlife and rugged terrain.

Trails close by 2:00 pm, and dogs and motorized vehicles are not allowed. Minors should be accompanied by adults, and helmets are required for minors (and recommended for adults) on bikes or horses. Equestrians must register separately. The event is on January 6 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, suitable for all ages.

Dance Your Way into Summer with ABT's Intensive Workshops - Auditions Start January 6

Starting January 6th, students can audition in 19 US cities for various ABT summer dance programs, including the ABT Summer Intensive and others. Top teachers and guest instructors will lead these programs. Video auditions are available for those who can't attend in person. Select auditions also consider students for the ABT Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School and ABT Studio Company. Pre-registration is required due to limited space. Visit ABT's website for more details and registration.

Upcoming Northwood High Schoolโ€™s Music Calendar

  1. January 11, 2024: IUSD Winds Area Concert (7:00 pm - 8:30 pm)

  2. January 12, 2024: Symphony Irvine Collaboration Concert (7:00 pm - 8:30 pm)

  3. March 6, 2024: Spring Festival Concert โ€“ Band (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

  4. March 7, 2024: Spring Festival Concert โ€“ Orchestra (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

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

  6. 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 Schoolโ€™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 Womenโ€™s Festival (Canta Bella) - Location TBD.

  11. Wed, April 17, All day: Forum Festival (Concert Chorale, Chorale & Viva Cantar) at Knottโ€™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 โ€œVoicesโ€ (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

Discover the Joy of Rabbit Adoption: Easy Training and Strong Bonds Await

Rabbits are great pets, easy to train, and bond well with owners. They can recognize their owners and may follow them around. For adopting a rabbit, visit irvineanimals.org/adopt for available pets and adoption details.

#IrvineAnimalCare #AdoptARabbit

Dan Klatt's Leadership Ushers in a New Era of Excellence for UC Irvine Water Polo

In 2023, Dan Klatt, as the Director of Water Polo, led UC Irvine to significant successes. He brought the women's team to their ninth Big West Championship and eighth NCAA appearance, achieving a record fourth national ranking. The team had a 20-7 overall record and was undefeated in the Big West. Additionally, in his second year with the men's team, Klatt won both the Big West regular season and championship titles, taking them to the NCAAs for the first time in 30 years. Learn more about the season and team in a special Q and A interview.

UCI Basketball's New High: Crockrell II Delivers 16 Assists, One Shy of Record

Pierre Crockrell II achieved an impressive feat with 16 assists in UCI Men's basketball game, just one assist short of the single-game record. #TogetherWeZot

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Basketball

  1.   Sat, Jan 6th: vs UC Davis, 1:00 PM

  2.   Thurs, Jan18th: vs UC San Diego, 7:00 PM

  3.  Sat, Jan 27th: vs CSUN, 7:00 PM

Men's Volleyball

  1.  Tues, Jan 9th: vs George Mason, 3:00 p.m.

  2.   Wed, Jan 10th: vs Saint Francis, 6:00 p.m.

  3. Sat, Jan 13th: vs Princeton, 6:00 p.m.

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

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

Women's Basketball

  1.  Thurs, January 11th: vs Hawai'i, 6:00 PM

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

  3.  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 College to Launch California's First Varsity Women's Flag Football Program in 2024

Irvine Valley is launching California's first varsity-level women's flag football program in spring 2024, led by Dean and Athletic Director Keith Shackleford. The decision follows increased interest in girls' flag football at high schools. Irvine Valley will hire a part-time faculty coach for training starting March 22, 2024, for college students and July 1 for incoming freshmen. The inaugural season begins on September 2, 2024. Prospective athletes can contact Shackleford or fill out a recruit form. The coach will be announced soon.

IVC Men's Basketball: Lasers Edge Out Bobcats in Nail-Biting Finish

Irvine Valley men's basketball team defeated Saddleback 64-61, improving their record to 10-4 and 1-1 in the Orange Empire Conference. The Lasers' strong defense was crucial, holding Saddleback to one of its lowest scores this season. Roman Swizek starred for Irvine Valley with 21 points, while Saddleback's James Burries scored 23 points. The game remained close, with Irvine Valley maintaining a narrow lead throughout. The team's next game is against Riverside in another important conference matchup.

๐Ÿโšฝ๐Ÿ€ Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Men's Basketball

  1. Fri, Jan 05: at Riverside* at 5:00 PM

  2. Wed, Jan 10: at Santa Ana* at 5:00 PM

  3. Fri, Jan 12: vs Fullerton* at 6:00 PM

Women's Basketball

  1. Fri, Jan 05: at Palo Verde at 5:30 PM

  2. Wed, Jan 10: vs Orange Coast* at 6:00 PM

  3. Fri, Jan 12: at Santa Ana* at 7:00 PM

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

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

High School Athletics Calendar -

** Updated With December Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High Schoolโ€™s Varsity home games:

January 2024

Saturday, January 6

  • Wrestling, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 9:00 AM, Tournament at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • Wrestling, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 9:00 AM, Tournament at Irvine High School Game Gym

Monday, January 8

  • Soccer, Boys Varsity (VR)

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

Tuesday, January 9

  • Water Polo, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 6:00 PM vs. University at Woodbridge High School

Wednesday, January 10

  • -Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

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

  • -Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

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

  • -Basketball, Boys Varsity (VR)

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

Thursday, January 11

  • -Water Polo, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 4:00 PM vs. Woodbridge at Woodbridge High School

Friday, January 12

  • Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

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

  • Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

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

  • Basketball, Boys Varsity (VR)

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

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 PD Seeks Public's Help in Credit Card Fraud Case; $900 Spree at Home Depots

On Dec 31, a theft from a vehicle in Irvine involved a stolen purse and credit cards, with over $900 spent at various stores including Home Depots. Irvine PD seeks help to identify the suspects; contact [email protected] with info.

#Irvine #CrimeAlert

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