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Memorial Day Celebration Brings Music, Swimming, and Ice Cream to Woodbridge

Issue # 0635

Author

Joshua Tjia
19 May

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh of the Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🚛🚜 Join Irvine’s National Public Works Week Celebration at Great Park Hangar 244

🚔🚙 Irvine Police Remind Residents to Keep Garage Doors Closed and Locked

🎶🪭 LEGENDS 2026 Brings Chinese Mythology to Segerstrom Hall This May

🌸🍵 From Ube to Matcha: Explore Sweet Flavors From Across Asia at SomiSomi

🍦🎊 Memorial Day Celebration Brings Music, Swimming, and Ice Cream to Woodbridge

☀️🧴 Stay Safe in the Sun: Tips to Prevent Sunburn Year-Round

🌳🚶 Take a Relaxing Guided Morning Walk Around Quail Hill Loop on May 23

💍💎 Explore Pottery and Jewelry Making This Summer with Arts in Irvine

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐈‍⬛🐕 16 Pets Find Loving Homes Through Irvine Animal Care Center Adoptions

🏃🏽‍♂️ UC Irvine Men’s Track & Field Earns Best Big West Finish Since 1992

🏀🏐🎾⚽️ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 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

Why did the fruit apologize?

Because he was sorry for being so un-a-peeling.

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

Join Irvine’s National Public Works Week Celebration at Great Park Hangar 244

The City of Irvine is celebrating National Public Works Week with a free, family-friendly event on Thursday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hangar 244 at the Great Park. Visitors can meet City staff, learn about upcoming Irvine projects and public works careers, explore large equipment like dump trucks and street sweepers, and enjoy food trucks, giveaways, and prizes. Parking is available on-site and no RSVP is required.

Irvine Police Remind Residents to Keep Garage Doors Closed and Locked

Irvine Police Department is reminding residents to always close and lock their garage doors, even if stepping away for only a short time. Leaving garages or side doors open can give thieves quick access to valuable items like e-bikes, tools, and other belongings within seconds. Police say residents play an important role in preventing garage burglaries by taking simple steps to secure their homes and help deter opportunistic crime.

LEGENDS 2026 Brings Chinese Mythology to Segerstrom Hall This May

LEGENDS 2026 returns to Segerstrom Hall on May 30 with an original musical production inspired by Chinese mythology. This year’s performance features the stories of Nezha and Chang’e through live original music, dance, martial arts, dragon dance, and aerial acrobatics. Directed by Jiangli Yu and produced by the South Coast Chinese Cultural Center, the show blends traditional and modern artistic styles.

From Ube to Matcha: Explore Sweet Flavors From Across Asia at SomiSomi

SomiSomi is featuring a special “Taste of Asia” lineup with flavors inspired by different Asian cultures. Guests can enjoy ube from the Philippines, matcha from Japan, Thai tea from Thailand, and the brand’s signature Korean ahboong waffle cone. The limited-time lineup celebrates a variety of popular flavors and will be available throughout the month.

Memorial Day Celebration Brings Music, Swimming, and Ice Cream to Woodbridge

Join the Memorial Day celebration at South Lake Beach Club in Woodbridge on Monday, May 25, for a fun-filled day of music, swimming, and summer festivities. DJ music will play from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and complimentary ice cream cones will be available from 12:45 to 2 p.m. for the first 200 guests while supplies last. Bring family and friends to kick off the summer season at the lagoons.

Stay Safe in the Sun: Tips to Prevent Sunburn Year-Round

Sunburns can happen year-round, even on cloudy days, and are caused by harmful UV rays that damage the skin and increase the risk of skin cancer, including melanoma. UVA rays contribute to premature aging, while UVB rays are the main cause of sunburns. To protect your skin:

  • Use broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen daily to protect against both UVA and UVB rays. Apply it generously to all exposed skin, including the ears, neck, hands, and feet, and reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating.

  • Wear protective clothing such as long sleeves, wide-brimmed hats, sunglasses that block 99% of UV rays, and UPF-rated clothing when possible. Staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water can also help your body handle heat and sun exposure.

  • Children, babies, and pets need extra protection from direct sunlight. Keep infants under six months in the shade with lightweight clothing and hats, use sunscreen for older children.

Take a Relaxing Guided Morning Walk Around Quail Hill Loop on May 23

Join a slower-paced morning walk at Quail Hill Loop on Saturday, May 23, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. and learn about the area’s natural history and ongoing habitat enhancement projects. This family-friendly, level-2 hike covers about 1 mile with minimal elevation gain.

Explore Pottery and Jewelry Making This Summer with Arts in Irvine

Arts in Irvine is now accepting registrations for summer adult ceramics and jewelry classes. From pottery wheel basics to metal forming and jewelry fabrication, the classes are designed for beginners and those looking to build their creative skills. Interested participants are encouraged to sign up soon, as classes tend to fill quickly.

Register here

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. May 20-21, 7:00-8:30 PM: Instrumental Pops Concert, NHS Theater

  2. May 29, 7:00-8:30 PM: Pops Gala Concert, NHS Theater

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

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. May 29, 7:00 PM: ​Broadway Rocks Concert, WHS Performing Arts Center

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

Upcoming Irvine High Choral’s Music Calendar

  1. May 29-30, 7:00 PM: Voices 2026, Irvine High PAC

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.ihschoralmusic.org/calendar.html 

Upcoming Portola High School Music’s Calendar

  1. May 29, 7:00 – 9:00 PM: Portola High School Pop Concert, PHS Performing Arts Center

  2. May 30, 6:30 – 9:00 PM: Portola High School Spring Instrumental Concert, Portola High School Amphitheater

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.phsmusicbooster.org/buy-ticket

16 Pets Find Loving Homes Through Irvine Animal Care Center Adoptions

From May 11–17, four dogs and 12 cats found new homes through the Irvine Animal Care Center. The center also reunited five dogs and one cat with their owners.

Residents interested in adopting or learning more about hours and services can visit https://cityofirvine.gov/irvine-animal-care-center

UC Irvine Men’s Track & Field Earns Best Big West Finish Since 1992

The UC Irvine men’s track & field team finished fourth at the Big West Championships, marking the program’s best conference finish since 1992. UCI was led by triple jump champion Kenechukwu Okonkwo, multiple silver-medal performances from Justin Johnson and the 4x100 relay team, plus several podium and scoring finishes across sprinting, hurdles, throws, distance, and relay events.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

No further upcoming home games for this month.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

No further upcoming home games for this month.

High School Athletics Calendar

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Updated With May Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

No further upcoming varsity home games for this month.

Irvine’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 you’re a local business owner making waves, crafting unique experiences, or simply putting a smile on our faces, we want to chat with you! “Irvine Insider” is eager to shine a light on the unsung heroes of our city. Let’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 let’s celebrate the spirit of Irvine together!

Irvine Insider is sent to a local audience of Irvine residence Monday through Friday with 50% - 60% open rate. Our newsletter is a great way to reach Irvine residents.

  • 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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