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New California Parking Law (AB 413) Now in Effect: What You Need to Know

Issue # 0321

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🌳💨⚠️ Irvine Responds to Windstorm Damage, Extends Support to LA Neighbors

🚔🚦 New California Parking Law (AB 413) Now in Effect: What You Need to Know

🪭🏮 Celebrate Lunar New Year at Woodbury Night Market – Food, Fun, and Festivities Await

🧯🔥 Stay Safe During Fire Weather: Simple Steps to Protect Your Community

🎥🍿 Family Movie Matinee: Watch The Wild Robot on January 15 at Katie Wheeler Library

😷💨 Wildfire Smoke: Tips to Protect Your Health Amid Poor Air Quality

🏃🏽🏃🏻‍♀️ Join Run OC: January Weekly Runs and Special Newport Beach Event

🎨 Shop Handcrafted Art and Support Artists with Disabilities at the Irvine Fine Arts Center

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐈🐈‍⬛ Adopt with Confidence: Match Your Personality to the Perfect Cat Today

🏃🏻‍♀️ UC Irvine Women’s Track Breaks School Record, Wins Two Events at Season Opener

🏀 UC Irvine Women’s Basketball Triumphs Over UC San Diego 73-66

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀 Irvine Valley Women’s Basketball Upsets No. 10 Cypress for First Conference Win

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚓💰 Suspects Wanted for $7,820 Theft and Credit Card Fraud in Irvine

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

What did the leopard say after finishing a delicious meal?

"That hit the spot!"

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

Irvine Responds to Windstorm Damage, Extends Support to LA Neighbors

Strong Santa Ana winds brought down trees and debris across Irvine this week, with Public Works & Sustainability staff responding promptly to ensure community safety. Thoughts are with Los Angeles County residents impacted by wind-driven wildfires. Those wishing to support relief efforts can find a list of organizations at cityofirvine.org/irvinegives.

New California Parking Law (AB 413) Now in Effect: What You Need to Know

New Parking Law Alert: As of January 1, California’s Daylighting Law (AB 413) prohibits parking, stopping, or standing a vehicle within 20 feet of any crosswalk (marked or unmarked) and requires vehicles to park at least 15 feet away from curb extensions. This rule aims to improve intersection safety by enhancing visibility for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. Enforcement by the Irvine Police Department will focus on education and compliance.

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Woodbury Night Market – Food, Fun, and Festivities Await

Woodbury Night Market: Lunar New Year Celebration (Sunday, 2/2/25, 4 PM–7 PM) Celebrate Lunar New Year at Woodbury Town Center's Night Market

  • with live entertainment, including a DJ, lion dance, acrobatics, and a snake handler presentation.

  • Enjoy delicious bites and drinks from popular spots like Cha For Tea, Handel’s Ice Cream, Paris Baguette, and more.

  • The event takes place on the lawn and street in the courtyard. Don’t miss this festive evening of food and fun!

Stay Safe During Fire Weather: Simple Steps to Protect Your Community

Southern California is experiencing critical fire weather through Wednesday, with strong winds and low humidity increasing the risk of wildfire spread. While these conditions require caution, you can take simple steps to help keep our communities safe:

  • avoid mowing or parking on dry grass

  • ensure campfires are completely out

  • and report any suspicious activity

For helpful tips and resources, visit ReadyForWildfire.org. Stay safe and prepared!

Family Movie Matinee: Watch The Wild Robot on January 15 at Katie Wheeler Library

Join the Movie Matinee Wednesday on January 15, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Irvine Katie Wheeler Library for a screening of The Wild Robot (Rated PG). This family-friendly event is open to all ages—bring a blanket for cozy viewing!

Wildfire Smoke: Tips to Protect Your Health Amid Poor Air Quality

As wildfires rage in Los Angeles, air quality has dropped to dangerous levels, posing serious health risks. UCI Health pulmonary and critical care expert, Dr. Richard Lee Dr. Lee, who focuses on treating severe respiratory conditions and leads the ICU at UCI Medical Center, emphasizes the importance of avoiding smoke exposure, particularly for vulnerable groups such as:

  • those with asthma, COPD, diabetes, and vascular disease, as well as the elderly and children.

  • If outdoor activities are unavoidable, he recommends wearing an N95 mask or higher and keeping an eye on the air quality index for safe conditions.

Join Run OC: January Weekly Runs and Special Newport Beach Event

Run OC invites runners of all levels to join their welcoming and supportive community this January. Whether experienced or new to running, participants can enjoy scenic trails and a fun atmosphere with the group.

  • Weekly Runs:

    • Wednesdays at 6 PM: Jeffrey Trail – A perfect midweek energy boost.

    • Mondays at 6 PM: Hicks Canyon with Scar – Start the week on a high note.

  • Special Event:

    • Sunday, January 19: A scenic run at Newport Beach followed by breakfast at Sharkeez – A great opportunity to connect with fellow runners.

Run OC encourages everyone to stay motivated, meet new friends, and enjoy the beauty of local trails. Event details can be found on Meetup.

Shop Handcrafted Art and Support Artists with Disabilities at the Irvine Fine Arts Center

Support local artists and make a difference by visiting the Irvine Fine Arts Center Store! Discover handcrafted paintings, fiber art, and personalized cards created by talented artists from the HOPE Center for the Arts, a space empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through the transformative power of art. Celebrate individuality, build confidence, and shop for art that inspires. Learn more at cityofirvine.org/arts.

Upcoming Northwood High School’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 School’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

Adopt with Confidence: Match Your Personality to the Perfect Cat Today

The Irvine Animal Care Center, through the ASPCA Feline-alities program, helps you find your perfect feline companion based on their unique personalities and your traits. The program matches adopters into three categories:

🟢 Green for confident, adaptable cats like Sherry

🟠 Orange for easy-going, sociable cats like Missy

🟣 Purple for cats like Peppermint who need extra time to adjust.

Visit the center or explore adoptable cats online at cityofirvine.org/animals. Learn more about Feline-alities at aspcameetyourmatch.org/feline-alities.

UC Irvine Women’s Track Breaks School Record, Wins Two Events at Season Opener

UC Irvine women's indoor track & field broke a school record and claimed two event wins at the Silver & Blue Invitational in Reno. The 4x400 relay team of Jazzmine Davis, Lauren Aquino, Ihe Okoh, and Amelia Trautman set a program-best time of 3:47.41, leading the 11-team field. Junior Nyla Baker won the shot put with a 13.89m throw, while freshman Pinkie Schnayer debuted with a third-place finish, entering UCI's all-time top-10. Kailah McKenzie tied for fourth in the high jump with a personal-best 1.70m, ranking third in UCI history. Halle Sutherland placed fourth in the 200m with UCI's second-fastest time (24.33). The Anteaters return to Reno for the Nevada Invite/Multis, Jan. 23-25.

UC Irvine Women’s Basketball Triumphs Over UC San Diego 73-66

The UC Irvine women’s basketball team secured a hard-fought 73-66 win over UC San Diego at the Bren Events Center. Five Anteaters scored in double figures, with Summah Hanson leading with 15 points and a perfect shooting performance. Nikki Tom contributed a season-high 11 points, including clutch second-half threes. UCI outscored UCSD 46-39 in the second half and dominated points in the paint (32-16) and second-chance points (22-10). Despite UCSD's strong 3-point shooting (54.2%), UCI capitalized on turnovers and maintained composure in a game with 13 lead changes. The Anteaters extended their home win streak to six games and are set to face Cal State Fullerton on Jan. 16 at 7 p.m.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Basketball

  1. Thu, Jan 16: vs Cal State Fullerton, 7:00 PM

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

Irvine Valley Women’s Basketball Upsets No. 10 Cypress for First Conference Win

The Irvine Valley women’s basketball team, led by first-year coach Claire Gocke, secured a significant 77-72 win against No. 10 Cypress in an Orange Empire Conference game, marking their first conference victory. Now 9-9 overall and 1-1 in conference play, IVC also recently defeated No. 12 San Diego Mesa, 46-45. Sophomore guard Moka Saiki shone with 21 points, 8 assists, and 6 rebounds, supported by Alexis Price (19 points, 4 rebounds) and Gianna DeForest (16 points, 6 rebounds). After an early 9-0 deficit, the Lasers rallied, dominated the third quarter, and maintained their lead. IVC faces Riverside next on Wednesday at 6 p.m.

🏐🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

Men’s Basketball

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

Men’s Baseball

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

Women’s Basketball

  1. Wed, Jan 15: vs Riverside, 6:00 PM

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With January Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

January 2025

Tuesday, January 14

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

Wednesday, January 15

  • 5:00 PM - Boys' Wrestling (VR) vs. Northwood at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • 5:00 PM - Girls' Wrestling (VR) vs. Northwood at Irvine High School Game Gym

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

Suspects Wanted for $7,820 Theft and Credit Card Fraud in Irvine

In October, a suspect stole $7,820 worth of items from a vehicle parked in the 1000 block of Synergy. A woman is suspected of attempting to use the victim's stolen credit card at a nearby Dollar General, accompanied by a man. Detectives work to gather evidence before sharing cases publicly. If you have information, please email [email protected].

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

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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

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