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Masumoto Peaches Return to Tanaka Farms — Pre-Order Opens Friday at 4 PM

Issue # 0432

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Joshua Tjia
19 Jun

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

⛳️🏡 Irvine Considers Housing Project at Oak Creek Golf Course

🏙️📄 Irvine City Council Advances Ordinance to Restrict Warehouse Expansion

🎥🍿 Join Movies Under the Stars at Irvine Spectrum Every Sunday at 7 PM

🍑🌱🍑 Masumoto Peaches Return to Tanaka Farms — Pre-Order Opens Friday at 4 PM

📖☀️ Daily Reading Helps Kids Stay Ahead—Explore Irvine’s Summer Program

🧘🏻 How Yoga Can Support Mental and Physical Health

🥗🫜 Grow Your Own Salad: Free Gardening Workshop on June 28 in Irvine

💎 Discover Jewelry by Annette Hernandez at the Irvine Art Center Store

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

☀️🐕 How to Recognize and Respond to Heat Stroke in Dogs

🌟 Liam Miksic Named Anteater of the Week After NCAA Javelin Success

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

⚽️ IVC Goalkeeper Josh Simonton Commits to University of La Verne

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚓💄 Irvine Police Looking for Suspects in $1,500 Ulta Theft

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

Why did the jellyfish blush?

Because it saw the ocean’s bottom

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

Irvine Considers Housing Project at Oak Creek Golf Course

The Irvine City Council is considering a proposal to redevelop the Oak Creek Golf Club into a new residential village that would include approximately 3,100 housing units, a school, parks, and community amenities.

  • The site was designated as permanent open space through a 1988 voter-approved measure, leading some residents to argue that any change in land use should be subject to another public vote.

  • However, city officials, including the city attorney, interpret the measure’s language as allowing the council to amend the designation without voter approval.

  • The council has approved a preliminary agreement with the Irvine Company, which includes provisions for housing vouchers, new open space in other areas, and financial contributions to the city.

  • The project remains in the early stages and will undergo further public review, environmental assessments, and future council deliberations.

Irvine City Council Advances Ordinance to Restrict Warehouse Expansion

The City of Irvine has approved an ordinance to strengthen oversight of warehouse development, with final adoption scheduled for June 24.

  • The new regulations will require warehouse developers to undergo additional permitting processes and comply with design and location standards to ensure compatibility with nearby residential or sensitive areas.

  • The ordinance also halts warehouse expansion into new planning areas.

  • Prompted in part by community concerns over a proposed large-scale facility near housing, the measure seeks to balance economic development with the city’s 2045 General Plan goals, which prioritize housing and land-use compatibility.

Join Movies Under the Stars at Irvine Spectrum Every Sunday at 7 PM

Catch Movies Under the Stars every Sunday at 7 p.m. this summer on the Giant Wheel Lawn at Irvine Spectrum. Bring blankets, chairs, and snacks for a family‑friendly outdoor movie night. Join this Sunday, June 22 for Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG).

Masumoto Peaches Return to Tanaka Farms — Pre-Order Opens Friday at 4 PM

Masumoto peaches and sweet apricots are making a return at Tanaka Farms after selling out quickly last time. Pre-orders open Friday at 4 PM at tanakafarms.com, with pickup at the Produce Stand on Saturday. Don’t miss this limited drop of flavorful stone fruits!

Daily Reading Helps Kids Stay Ahead—Explore Irvine’s Summer Program

The "summer slide" can cause students to lose academic progress over break, but just 15–30 minutes of daily learning—especially reading—can help them stay on track. The Irvine Public Library’s Summer Reading Program encourages kids with rewards and fun activities to keep learning all summer long.

Visit irvinepubliclibrary.org/digital to join reading challenges and explore digital resources.

How Yoga Can Support Mental and Physical Health

Yoga is a powerful way to support both mental and physical health. By combining movement, breathwork, and mindfulness, it helps manage stress, improve mood, and boost overall wellness.

Key Benefits

  • Mental Health: Reduces stress, eases anxiety, and improves focus

  • Physical Health: Increases flexibility, strength, and heart-lung function

  • Chronic Conditions: Helps manage pain, inflammation, and long-term illness

  • Prevention: Works best when paired with regular checkups and basic care

Grow Your Own Salad: Free Gardening Workshop on June 28 in Irvine

Join the free “Plant a Salad Bowl Garden” workshop on Saturday, June 28, from 10–11:30 a.m. at IRWD Headquarters (15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine). Co-hosted by UC Master Gardeners of Orange County, this hands-on class will teach you how to grow the ingredients for a fresh salad right in your own backyard.

Discover Jewelry by Annette Hernandez at the Irvine Art Center Store

Visit the Art Center Store to celebrate spotlight artist Annette Hernandez, whose art jewelry reflects 35 years of inspiration from family, travel, and her deep connection to Irvine. Each handcrafted piece captures meaningful life moments and is designed to uplift and inspire. Explore her newest collection in-store.

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

How to Recognize and Respond to Heat Stroke in Dogs

Dogs can quickly overheat in warm weather, especially since they can't sweat like humans and rely on panting to cool down. Heat stroke occurs when body temperature rises above 106°F and can lead to organ failure or death if untreated.

Key Signs:

  • Heavy panting, disorientation, sticky or red gums, seizures.

Common Causes:

  • Hot cars, lack of shade/water, overexertion, flat-faced breeds (e.g., pugs, bulldogs), muzzling.

What to Do:

  • Cool with lukewarm water (not cold), use wet cloths, fan the dog, and seek immediate vet care.

Tips: Never leave dogs in hot cars and always provide shade and water.

Liam Miksic Named Anteater of the Week After NCAA Javelin Success

UC Irvine senior Liam Miksic was named Sgt. Pepperoni’s Anteater of the Week after placing 12th in javelin at the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track & Field Championships with a 70.13m throw. This marked his second-ever 70m throw, narrowly missing his personal best. Miksic earned second-team All-American honors, became a three-time Big West javelin champion (first to win three straight titles since 1989), and finishes his career as UCI’s school record holder—one of only three Anteaters ever to surpass 70 meters under current javelin specs.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

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

IVC Goalkeeper Josh Simonton Commits to University of La Verne

Irvine Valley College sophomore goalkeeper Josh Simonton has committed to NCAA Division III University of La Verne. Over two seasons with the Lasers, Simonton was a consistent starter, recording 44 saves and two shutouts in 2024, and 58 saves with a 1.50 goals-against average in 2023, helping IVC reach the SoCal Regionals that year. Originally from Chino Hills High, he now joins a La Verne program that went 6-12-1 last fall.

🏐⚽🏀 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.

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

Irvine Police Looking for Suspects in $1,500 Ulta Theft

Two suspects are wanted for a theft at Ulta in Irvine. The female suspect attempted to purchase over $1,500 in beauty products but pulled a sleight-of-hand trick to reclaim some of the cash, while the male suspect acted as a distraction. Anyone who recognizes them is asked to contact Investigator Voigt at [email protected].

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

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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!

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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

June 20 Ballet Nights 8 PM

June 21 Piper Preschool: Dive Into Fun 10 - 11:30 AM

June 22 Pop-up Library 1 - 4 PM

June 27 Super Swim Lesson 6 PM

June 6 Pop-up Library 1 - 4 PM

July 12 CorePower Yoga: Summer Yoga on The Lawn 9:30 – 10:30 AM

July 12 - 13 Woodbury Town Center: Summer Makers Mart 10:00 – 4:00 PM

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