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Now Hiring: Join the Orange County DA's Office as a Deputy Public Administrator

Issue # 0101

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Joshua Tjia
16 Feb

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

⚖️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A Beacon of Hope: Orange County's FPU Leads the Charge Against Family Violence

🔍📚⚖️Now Hiring: Join the Orange County DA's Office as a Deputy Public Administrator

🏡🔨 Transform Your Home: One Irvine's Financial Aid for Pre-1976 Residences

🍓💮 Limited Spots Open for Strawberry Picking Event at Tanaka Farms This Saturday

♻️🚚 OC Waste and Recycling: Free Pickup Services for Your Bulky Appliances

☀️📚 Unlock a Summer of Fun and Learning in Irvine - Enroll Now

🚙🚶‍♂️How to Make the Most of Your Long Weekend: A Kidsguide to Fun and Adventure

🩸💉Orange County Faces Critical Blood Shortage: How You Can Help

🌟🤝🩸UCI Health's CEO Champions Blood Cancer Fight with Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

✋🐶 Protecting Your Pets and Property from Coyotes: Essential Tips for Irvine Homeowners

🎶🎤 Lunar New Year at the GRAMMY Museum: South Coast Chinese Orchestra to Showcase Rich Chinese Musical Heritage

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🛍️🎁 Support Tustin Seniors by Donating to Their Gift Shop

🏐Volleyball Powerhouses Face Off: UC Irvine vs. Stanford This Weekend

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏐 Irvine Valley's Men's Volleyball Team Triumphs at Home: A Stellar Victory Over Santa Monica

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🤽‍♀️Northwood High's Girls Water Polo Makes Historic Leap to CIF Playoffs

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

Why did the sun not have to go to college?

Because he already had a million degrees!

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

A Beacon of Hope: Orange County's FPU Leads the Charge Against Family Violence

The Family Protection Unit (FPU) focuses on prosecuting severe cases of domestic violence, child abuse, child abduction, and elder abuse to protect victims who are often unable to defend themselves. Research indicates that children from abusive homes are at risk of becoming violent, struggling with self-control and self-esteem, performing poorly in school, and potentially engaging in criminal activities later in life. The unit aims to interrupt this cycle of violence.

Now Hiring: Join the Orange County DA's Office as a Deputy Public Administrator

The Orange County District Attorney’s Office is hiring for the position of Deputy Public Administrator I & II.

The Public Administrator protects, manages and acts as a fiduciary for decedent estates throughout the probate process for deceased residents of Orange County, who at the time of their death, left no identifiable person(s) qualified to be named executor/administrator of their estate.

The selected candidate(s) will be responsible and accountable for performing investigations related to decedent estate administration and for managing the estates of deceased persons determined by the courts to fall within the jurisdiction of the Public Administrator.

Transform Your Home: One Irvine's Financial Aid for Pre-1976 Residences

If your home or condo was built in or before 1975 and needs upgrades, explore the One Irvine program for no-interest loans, grants, etc. Apply ASAP as funds are limited and given on a first-come, first-served basis. Apply at cityofirvine.org/oneirvine.

#WeAreIrvine #OneIrvine

Limited Spots Open for Strawberry Picking Event at Tanaka Farms This Saturday

Strawberry picking is available at Tanaka Farms on Saturday, 2/17, as part of the U-Pick Wagon Rides, thanks to Farmer Rocky's ripe strawberries.

Spots are limited, and reservations are mandatory. Tours run at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm. Book at www.TanakaFarms.com by selecting U-PICK WAGON RIDES.

OC Waste and Recycling: Free Pickup Services for Your Bulky Appliances

As an OC resident, you have the benefit of disposing bulky items, including old appliances, at no cost through local waste haulers. For details on free pickup services, visit OCLandfills.com.

Irvine residents, click here or scroll down to Useful Contact Information section below and click the Bulk Trash Pickup link.

Unlock a Summer of Fun and Learning in Irvine - Enroll Now

Summer break is approaching! Enroll your child in affordable, high-quality summer programs offered by Irvine Public Schools Foundation and the City of Irvine to keep them engaged and socially connected. Explore a variety of activities and enriching experiences for Irvine students at iusd.org/SummerPrograms.

How to Make the Most of Your Long Weekend: A Kidsguide to Fun and Adventure

Discover activities and places to explore with you family this long weekend with the help of Kidsguide.

Orange County Faces Critical Blood Shortage: How You Can Help

Orange County is facing a severe blood shortage. UCI Health is hosting blood drives on Feb. 21 and 22. Donors get a $10 gift card and a chance to win a dinner and movie raffle.

Register for the Irvine Civic Center drive [here](https://bit.ly/44Q297g) and for the Platt College drive [here](https://bit.ly/3vrxBex).

UCI Health's CEO Champions Blood Cancer Fight with Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Chad T. Lefteris, President and CEO of UCI Health, is leading the Orange County 2024 #LightTheNight event to support cancer research and cure efforts with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Mark your calendar and join the cause at the Orange County event.

Protecting Your Pets and Property from Coyotes: Essential Tips for Irvine Homeowners

Coyote mating season in Orange County runs from January to March which raises concerns among Irvine residents about increased sightings and pet safety. Coyotes, adept at urban living, pose a risk to small pets but generally avoid human conflict. To mitigate risks, residents are advised as follows:

  • Do not feed coyotes.

  • Fully enclose animal enclosures.

  • Keep cats and small dogs indoors or under close adult supervision.

  • Feed pets indoors.

  • Use heavy-duty containers with secure lids for trash.

  • Clear yards of potential shelter and food sources like brush, wood piles, and fallen fruit.

  • Enclose the bottoms of porches and decks.

  • Eliminate standing water.

  • Keep properties well-lit at night.

  • Put trash out only on the morning of pickup.

  • Consider motion-sensitive sprinklers for high-concern areas.

  • Supervise small children closely.

  • Increase distance if a coyote behaves aggressively, indicating you're too close to its territory or family.

  • Teach children to avoid and not feed strange animals.

  • Understand that eradication or relocation of coyotes is ineffective and can lead to larger populations.

Find more information here

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Lunar New Year at the GRAMMY Museum: South Coast Chinese Orchestra to Showcase Rich Chinese Musical Heritage

The GRAMMY Museum will feature the Chinese Orchestra for the first time in celebration of Lunar New Year, with the South Coast Chinese Orchestra (SCCO) from Irvine, California, performing on February 25th. This marks the first Chinese Orchestra performance at the museum, showcasing a mix of traditional, classic, and pop Chinese music under the leadership of Conductor Bin He and Artistic Director Jiangli Yu. The concert is sponsored by Preferred Bank, highlighting the legacy of Mrs. Yu, a pioneer of traditional Chinese music in Southern California and the mother of Preferred Bank's President. The event not only celebrates Lunar New Year but also reflects the evolution of Chinese music in Southern California, showcasing the efforts of musicians like Bin He and Jiangli Yu. SCCO, founded in 2017, aims to foster cultural diversity and understanding through music, with successful musicals like "Mulan" and "The Monkey King" under its belt. This performance at the GRAMMY Museum is a historic moment for Chinese music, symbolizing the achievements of Chinese immigrants in the musical field and the universal power of music to unite people.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

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

  2. 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. March 9, 14,15, 16: EVITA - Spring Musical at 7:00 PM.

  2. 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 School’s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. February 29th-March 2nd, 7 PM shows: The Wizard of Oz

  2. March 22nd, 7 PM: Spring Concert

  3. April 16th, 7 PM: IUSD Honors Concert

  4. 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. Th.-Sat, Feb. 29-Mar 2, 7:00 PM: IHS Musical (Any student) at IHS Theater.

  2. March 12 or 13, Morning: IHS Arts Assembly (Canta Bella & Irvine Singers) at IHS Game Gym.

  3. Mon, Mar. 18, 7:00 PM: Spring Concert (All Choirs) at Concordia Univ.

  4. Fri, March 22, Morning: CSU Fullerton Festival (Irvine Singers) at CSUF Meng Hall.

  5. April 1st - 5th, 2024: TBD.

  6. Tues, April 16, 7:00 PM: IUSD Honors Concert (Selected Members) at OCPAC.

  7. Wed, April 17, 6:30 PM: 8th Grade Parent Night at IHS Gym.

  8. TBD: Aliso Women’s Festival (Canta Bella) - Location TBD.

  9. Wed, April 17, All day: Forum Festival (Concert Chorale, Chorale & Viva Cantar) at Knott’s Berry Farm.

  10. Wed, April 26, 6:00 PM: SPUR Awards (Chordinated Chaos) at IHS Theater.

  11. Tues & Wed, May 28 & 29, 3:30-6:30 PM: Dress rehearsal “Voices” (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

  12. Thurs.- Sat, May 30-June 1, 7:00 PM: Voices 2024 (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

  13. 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

Support Tustin Seniors by Donating to Their Gift Shop

Are you cleaning or purging this long holiday weekend? Donate gently used items to the Tustin Area Senior Center Gift Shop during the long holiday weekend.

Volleyball Powerhouses Face Off: UC Irvine vs. Stanford This Weekend

This week, No. 7 UC Irvine faces No. 5 Stanford in two volleyball matches on February 16th and 17th. UC Irvine, with a 6-4 record, has shown strong performances, notably from Hilir Henno who achieved a career-best 29 kills in a match against USC, marking him as a standout player nationally in several categories. Stanford, at 7-3, is looking to break a three-match losing streak. The teams have a competitive history, with UCI winning their last meeting and holding victories in their recent encounters. Key players for UCI include Henno, Maxim Grigoriev, Connor Campbell, and Brett Sheward, who have all posted impressive individual stats this season. Following these matches, UCI will host Concordia on February 23rd.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Women's Basketball

  1. Sat, Feb 24th - vs UC San Diego, 2:00 PM

  2. Thu, Feb 29th - vs CSUN, 6:00 PM

Men's Basketball

  1. Sat, Feb 17th - vs Cal State Bakersfield, 7:00 PM

  2. Thu, Feb 22nd - vs UC Santa Barbara, 8:00 PM

Men's Volleyball

  1. Fri, Feb 23rd - vs Concordia, 6:00 PM

Women's Tennis

  1. Fri, Feb 23rd - vs New Mexico, 2 PM

  2. Wed, Feb 28th - vs Hope International (Calif.), 2 PM

Baseball

  1. Fri, Feb 16th - vs North Dakota State, 6:00 PM

  2. Sat, Feb 17th - vs North Dakota State, 1:00 PM

  3. Sun, Feb 18th - vs North Dakota State, 1:00 PM

  4. Tue, Feb 20th - vs San Diego, 6:00 PM

Women's Water Polo

  1. Sat, Feb 17th - vs USC, 12 PM

  2. Fri, Feb 23rd - vs TBA

  3. Sat, Feb 24th - vs TBA

  4. Sun, Feb 25th - vs TBAMen's Volleyball.

Irvine Valley's Men's Volleyball Team Triumphs at Home: A Stellar Victory Over Santa Monica

Irvine Valley's men's volleyball team celebrated their first home game at Hart Gym with a victory over Santa Monica, winning the match 3-1. This win improved their season record to 3-2 and snapped a two-match losing streak. Key players included sophomore Matt Reid with 14 kills and a .458 hitting average, alongside contributions from Zach McEntire, Damon Kooiman, Grant Dvorak, and Domenic Marquez. The team's overall hitting efficiency was .319. Their next game is scheduled for Feb. 23 at Miramar.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Men's Basketball

  1. Fri, Feb 23: vs Cypress at 6:00 PM.

Men's Tennis

  1. Tue, Feb 20: Vs. Riverside at 2:00 PM

Northwood High's Girls Water Polo Makes Historic Leap to CIF Playoffs

Northwood High School's girls water polo team has reached the CIF playoffs for the first time, defeating Santiago Corona 10-9 in the semifinals. They will play against Rosary Academy in the Division 4 final. This achievement surpasses their previous best in the 2019-2020 season. Coach Kyle Kim-E highlighted the team's strategic preparation and hard work, especially praising their performance against Santiago. The team, mainly consisting of returners from last year's non-qualifying team, aimed to make the playoffs this season and is now set to compete for the championship. Key players included Yoshi Elseifi, who scored the winning goal, and contributions from Tiara Schechinger, Audrey Mariano, Nina Elias, Riddhi Gautam, and goalkeeper Cassidy McCallon. Rosary Academy reached the finals after beating Los Osos 17-6.

High School Athletics Calendar -

** Updated With February Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

February 2024

Fri, Feb 16:

  1. Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Segerstrom, 05:00 PM, Stadium

Tue, Feb 20:

  1. Tennis, Boys VR vs. Aliso Niguel, 03:15 PM, Heritage Park

  2. Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Dana Hills, 05:00 PM, Stadium

Wed, Feb 21:

  1. Volleyball, Boys VR vs. Santa Margarita, 05:45 PM, Game Gym

Fri, Feb 23:

  1. Swimming & Diving, Boys VR, Irvine City Relays, 03:30 PM, Woolett Pool

  2. Swimming & Diving, Girls VR, Irvine City Relays, 03:30 PM, Woolett Pool

Mon, Feb 26:

  1. Softball VR vs. Laguna Hills, 03:30 PM, Softball Field

Tue, Feb 27:

  1. Beach Volleyball, Girls VR vs. Esperanza, 03:00 PM, Deerfield Park Beach Courts

  2. Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Lutheran/Orange, 05:00 PM, Stadium

  • 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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