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Lend a Hand, Make a Difference: Join SCFA's Donation Drive to Support LA Dream Center Today

Issue # 0325

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

๐Ÿ˜ Laugh Of The Day

๐ŸŒค๏ธ Irvine Weather

๐Ÿคโค๏ธ๐Ÿ™ Bring Hope to Wildfire Victims: Join the Relief Effort Today

๐ŸŽญโค๏ธโ€๐Ÿ”ฅ Lend a Hand, Make a Difference: Join SCFA's Donation Drive to Support LA Dream Center Today

๐Ÿ”’๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ๐Ÿ’ป Additional Cybersecurity Tips for Your Home Office

โ™ป๏ธ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ’ก Start the Year Right: Your Guide to Easy Recycling in Orange County

๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ“ข๐Ÿ  ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ“ข๐Ÿ  CAL Fire Updates as of 1/16/25

๐Ÿ“–๐Ÿ›‘๐Ÿ“… OC Public Libraries to Close for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 20

๐Ÿš›๐Ÿฉบ๐Ÿฅ Need a CDL Medical Exam? FCCMG Has You Covered

๐Ÿ“…๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ“Want to Learn About Nutrition and Food Allergies? Hear from a UCI Expert

๐Ÿ”ฅโค๏ธโ€๐Ÿ‘€ Fire Watch Mobilized: 1,230 Hours of Coverage Across Orange County During Red Flag Conditions

๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŽธ๐Ÿ„โ€โ™‚๏ธ Strum the Surf: Kalaโ€™s Ukadelic Ukulele Brings Waves of Fun!

๐ŸŽผ๐ŸŽผ Upcoming High School Music Calendar

๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ’ช๐ŸŽ‰ UC Irvine Women's Basketball Dominates Cal State Fullerton, 79-63

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

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

๐Ÿˆ๐ŸŽพ High School Athletics Calendar

๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™‚๏ธ Pour Decisions Lead to Arrest: Thief Caught with 47 Cases of Stolen Liquor at Irvine Spectrum

๐Ÿ๐Ÿฅญ๐Ÿ‘ Local Farmers Markets

๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿช๐ŸŽ‰Irvineโ€™s Best Kept Secrets: Is Your Business One of Them?

๐Ÿ“…๐Ÿ“… Lots of Local Events

๐Ÿ“ž๐Ÿ’ก Useful Contact Information

Why was the cat sitting on the computer?

It wanted to keep an eye on the mouse!

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

Bring Hope to Wildfire Victims: Join the Relief Effort Today

Support Wildfire-Affected Communities

๐Ÿ“ Where: Grocery Outlet, Woodbridge Village (Irvine)
๐Ÿ’› How to Help:
1๏ธโƒฃ Shop & Donate: Buy items or donate pre-filled baskets (include pet food!).
2๏ธโƒฃ Handmade Cards for Hope: Drop off uplifting cards for victims.
3๏ธโƒฃ Monetary Contributions: Donate at checkout or round up your total.
4๏ธโƒฃ Shop with Purpose: On 1/18 & 1/25, 5% of sales go to the relief fund.
5๏ธโƒฃ Online Donations: Use this donation link.

Letโ€™s make a difference! โค๏ธ

Lend a Hand, Make a Difference: Join SCFA's Donation Drive to Support LA Dream Center Today

Our hearts go out to LA amid the wildfires. โค๏ธ Join Segerstrom Center for the Artsโ€™s Donation Drive during Kimberly Akimbo to support the LA Dream Center's wildfire relief efforts. ๐ŸŒŸ Donation bins are on the Plaza and Orchestra levels. Thank you, OC! ๐Ÿ’›

Additional Cybersecurity Tips for Your Home Office

  1. Secure Smart Devices: Change default passwords on all smart devices (e.g., printers, IoT gadgets) and ensure they are updated with the latest firmware.

  2. Enable Automatic Updates: Configure devices and applications to install updates automatically to stay protected from emerging threats.

  3. Use Separate Devices for Work: Avoid using personal devices for work-related tasks to reduce the risk of data leakage or unauthorized access.

  4. Monitor for Unusual Activity: Regularly review account activity and network logs to detect and respond to suspicious behavior promptly.

  5. Educate Yourself and Others: Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats and share knowledge with your household to promote a security-conscious environment.

    Start the Year Right: Your Guide to Easy Recycling in Orange County

    Start the year right by recycling responsibly! ๐ŸŒŸ Find tips and drop-off locations for items like electronics, batteries, paint, oil, and holiday lights at OCRecycleGuide.com. โ™ป๏ธ

    Source

CAL Fire Updates as of 1/16/25

* Pacific Palisades (LA County)

* 23,713 acres, 22% contained

* North Pasadena and Altadena (LA County)

* 14,117 acres, 55% contained

* Sylmar Area (LA County)

* 799 acres, 98% contained

* Forward progress stopped

* Ventura (Ventura County)

* 61 acres, 85% contained

* Forward progress stopped

* Little Mountain Drive, San Bernardino (San Bernardino County)

* 34 acres, 100% contained

For the most up to date emergency information and evacuation updates, please visit the links below:

Per the National Weather Service, the #RedFlagWarning remains in effect through 3 PM today for the Santa Susana Mountains, Western San Gabriel Mountains and I-5 Corridor.

OC Public Libraries to Close for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 20

All OC Public Libraries branches will be closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 20, 2025

Need a CDL Medical Exam? FCCMG Has You Covered

๐Ÿš› Need a CDL Medical Exam? FCCMG Has You Covered. Quick & Easy DOT Physicals

Want to Learn About Nutrition and Food Allergies? Hear from a UCI Expert

Dr. Kiran Sachdev, a UCI Health gastroenterologist, will discuss advancements in integrative health, nutrition, and food allergies in a free lecture. ๐Ÿ“… Monday, Jan. 27 ๐Ÿ“ Newport Beach Public Library Foundation.

Fire Watch Mobilized: 1,230 Hours of Coverage Across Orange County During Red Flag Conditions

Fire Watch is monitoring high-risk areas in Orange County during red flag conditions.
 ๐Ÿ“ Volunteers are stationed at 36 locations, including regional parks and the Fire Watch Command Center.
 ๐Ÿ”Ž Since 1/7, they've completed 550 shifts and provided 1,230 hours of coverage.
This effort helps protect open spaces and communities during heightened fire risks. Stay vigilant and prioritize fire safety.

Strum the Surf: Kalaโ€™s Ukadelic Ukulele Brings Waves of Fun!

Catch some waves ๐ŸŒŠ and strum some tunes! The Kala UK-SURFARI Ukadelic Soprano Ukulele combines surf-inspired art with music. Perfect for beginners or pros, itโ€™s ready to ride the rhythm! ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ„โ€โ™‚๏ธ

Upcoming Northwood High Schoolโ€™s Music Calendar

  1. February 12 - 15: Musical, NHS Theater

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

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. January 23 - 24, 7:00 PM: Legends Concert, 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. February 27 - March 1, 7:00 PM-10:00 PM: Shrek the Musical, Performing Arts Center

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

Upcoming Woodbridge High Schoolโ€™s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. February 8: SCVA Vocal Jazz Festival, Saugus HS (Santa Clarita).

  2. February 27 - March 1: Shrek the Musical, WHS Performing Arts Center.

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

Upcoming Irvine High School's Music Calendar

  1. March 5-8, 7:00 PM: Mary Poppins Musical, Irvine Performing Arts Center.

  2. March 13, 6:30 PM: Festival Concert, Irvine Performing Arts Center.

  3. March 15, All Day: Irvine Jazz Festival, Irvine High School Campus.

  4. March 18, 7:00 PM: District Jazz Festival, Woodbridge HS Performing Arts Center.

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

UC Irvine Women's Basketball Dominates Cal State Fullerton, 79-63

UC Irvine women's basketball ๐Ÿ€ secured a third-straight win, defeating Cal State Fullerton 79-63 at Titan Gym ๐ŸŽ‰. UCI (11-5, 5-1 Big West) dominated the third quarter 25-9๐Ÿ”ฅ, leading by 31 points in the fourth before CSF's late 14-0 run closed the gap.

  • Key Stats:

    • UCI set season highs: 79 points, 46.9% FG, 25 FTs made, 29 FT attempts.

    • Hunter Hernandez: 16 points, 6 rebounds.

    • Dรฉja Lee: 15 points, 11-13 FT.

    • Nikki Tom: 10 points, 7-8 FT.

    • Defense converted 17 forced turnovers into 24 points.

  • Game Highlights:

    • UCI led 19-11 after Q1 and 36-28 at halftime.

    • Hernandez's 7-point start in Q3 fueled a 61-37 lead.

    • Fourth quarter saw UCIโ€™s lead peak at 31 before the Titans rallied late.

Final: UCI 79, CSF 63.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Basketball

  1. Sat, Jan 18: vs Cal Poly, 7:00 PM

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

Menโ€™s Basketball

  1. Fri, Jan 17: vs Saddleback, 6:00 PM

Menโ€™s Baseball

  1. Fri, Jan 17: vs Mt. San Antonio (Scrimmage), 11:00 AM

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With January Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High Schoolโ€™s Varsity home games:

January 2025

Friday, January 17

  • 5:00 PM - Girls' Soccer (VR) vs. St. Margarets Episcopal at Irvine High School Stadium

  • 5:30 PM - Girls' Basketball (VR) vs. University at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • 7:00 PM - Boys' Basketball (VR) vs. Northwood at Irvine High School Game Gym

Pour Decisions Lead to Arrest: Thief Caught with 47 Cases of Stolen Liquor at Irvine Spectrum

A known alcohol theft suspect was caught at Irvine Spectrum on Tuesday. Target security alerted police when he loaded a cart with alcohol and left the store. The suspect fled but was quickly found hiding in bushes using a drone. His car contained 47 cases and bottles of stolen alcohol linked to other stores.

Wilmer Antonio Garcia Vasquez, 40, of Corona, was arrested for organized retail theft, possessing stolen property, and resisting arrest. He was taken to Orange County Jail, where bars exist but not the drinking kind.

Irvineโ€™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 youโ€™re a local business owner making waves, crafting unique experiences, or simply putting a smile on our faces, we want to chat with you! โ€œIrvine Insiderโ€ is eager to shine a light on the unsung heroes of our city. Letโ€™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 letโ€™s celebrate the spirit of Irvine together!

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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

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  • 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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