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OCMA 2024 Awards: UCI Health Sets Record for Most Recognized Physicians in Orange County

Issue # 070

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

๐Ÿ˜ Laugh Of The Day

๐ŸŒค๏ธ Irvine Weather

๐Ÿ†โš•๐ŸŒŸ OCMA 2024 Awards: UCI Health Sets Record for Most Recognized Physicians in Orange County

๐Ÿ”5๏ธโƒฃ0๏ธโƒฃ Irvine Ranks in Top 50 U.S. Cities: Exceptional Parks and Education, Home to Over 19,000 Companies

๐ŸŽ„โ™ป Post-Holiday Cleanup: Convenient Christmas Tree Recycling Services

๐Ÿ“–๐Ÿ‡โ„ Join the Magic of Winter Reading with OCPL's Exciting Events

๐Ÿฅ—๐Ÿ’ฎ๐ŸŒธ  Marukome's Winter Special Broccoli Salad with Miso Dressing at Pretend City Children's Museum

โ„๐Ÿ’ง๐Ÿ˜ท Winter Wellness: Easy Steps to Stay Hydrated, Active, and Immune-Strong

๐Ÿšถโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿฅพ Get Ready for a Thrilling 9-Mile Hike in Orange County's Beautiful Canyons

๐Ÿฅ–๐Ÿฅฏ Discover the Secrets of French Baking: Exclusive Baguette and Brioche Class

๐ŸŽผ๐ŸŽผ Upcoming High School Music Calendar

๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿถ Joyful End to the Year at Local Shelter with Over Two Dozen Adoptions

๐Ÿ€ UC Irvine Women's Basketball Dominates Cal State Bakersfield in Big West Home Opener, 71-48

๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ“… UC Irvine Announces Dynamic Roster for 2024 Womenโ€™s Indoor Track & Field Season

๐Ÿคฝโ€โ™‚๏ธโšฝ๐Ÿ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ’ฅ Irvine Valley's Men's Basketball Alumni Face Off Against Current Laser Team in Nostalgic Exhibition Game

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

๐Ÿ€๐Ÿงธ Score for Charity: High School Teams Compete in Fundraiser for CHOC

๐Ÿˆ๐ŸŽพ High School Varsity Athletics: Football Face-offs and Sports Calendar

๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐ŸŽ ๐Ÿ‘œ Irvine PD Issues Safety Tips Following Carousel Pickpocketing Incident

๐Ÿ“…๐Ÿ“… Lots of Local Events

Why was the calendar nervous?

Answer: Its days were numbered!

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

OCMA 2024 Awards: UCI Health Sets Record for Most Recognized Physicians in Orange County

- OCMA Recognition: Over 190 UCI Health doctors named 2024 Physicians of Excellence, the most in any Orange County health system.

- Program Milestone: Part of OCMA's 20-year program recognizing physicians with outstanding skills, training, and community commitment.

- Extensive Honoree List: Nearly 740 physicians across 81 specialties featured in Orange Coast Magazine's January 2024 issue.

- Consistent Safety Excellence: UCI Health earns its 17th consecutive "A" grade for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group.

- National Recognition: Maintains a top national ranking by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years.

- Vizient, Inc. Accolades: Both the medical center and outpatient network of UCI Health recognized for excellence.

- Expansion and Growth: New medical campus in Irvine under development, opening in phases from 2024 to 2025.

- Eligibility Criteria for Physicians: Must be board certified, in good standing with medical boards, and have a minimum five-year practice in their specialty within Orange County.

Irvine Ranks in Top 50 U.S. Cities: Exceptional Parks and Education, Home to Over 19,000 Companies

Irvine has been recognized as one of the 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S. by MONEY, thanks to its array of amenities and community features:

- Parks and Trails: Boasting over 60 parks and 400 miles of bike trails.

- Proximity to Beaches: Located near popular beaches for easy access.

- Family-Friendly Attractions: Includes Boomers for go-karts and mini-golf, Buccaneers Cove for water activities, and Tanaka Farms for organic produce and farm experiences.

- Cultural Diversity: Celebrated through events like the Irvine Global Village Festival.

- Education System: Known for its high-quality education with top-rated schools and universities, including UC Irvine.

- Business Community: Robust and dynamic, with over 19,000 businesses and major employers such as Blizzard Entertainment and Edwards LifeSciences LLC.

Post-Holiday Cleanup: Convenient Christmas Tree Recycling Services

Waste Management will pick up and recycle Christmas trees for three weeks post-Christmas on regular collection days. Trees over 4 feet should be halved and stripped of all decorations. Place them curbside. Flocked trees are collected but not recycled. Alternatively, recycle at Sunset Environmental, 16122 Construction Circle West, Irvine, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Join the Magic of Winter Reading with OCPL's Exciting Events

It is half way through the Winter Reading Challenge; join at ocpl.beanstack.org. Enjoy special events, crafts, and scavenger hunts at OCPL branches.

#WinterReading #OCPublicLibraries #OrangeCounty

Marukome's Winter Special Broccoli Salad with Miso Dressing at Pretend City Children's Museum

Marukome is offering a winter special - broccoli salad with miso dressing, available on January 11th at 11 am and 2:30 pm at Pretend City Childrenโ€™s Museum. The company, founded in 1854 by miso master Aoki, continues its tradition of producing miso and fermented products.

Winter Wellness: Easy Steps to Stay Hydrated, Active, and Immune-Strong

Boost winter fitness and health by staying hydrated, staying active, and enhancing immunity through small, impactful habits. Remember to:

  1. Eat water-rich foods

  2. Cut back on sodium

  3. Limit your caffeine intake

  4. Add flavor to you water

Get Ready for a Thrilling 9-Mile Hike in Orange County's Beautiful Canyons

Join a 9-mile hike in Bommer & Shady Canyons on January 16th, starting from Cattle Camp to Butterfly Valley. The hike includes a steep ascent, a traverse across Serrano Ridge, and a descent into Shady Canyon, featuring mature Coastal Sage Scrub. Total elevation gain is 1500 feet, at an average pace of 2.5 mph. Essential gear includes water, snacks, sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and first aid. Pre-registration is mandatory. The hike is rated level-4 in difficulty.

Register here

Discover the Secrets of French Baking: Exclusive Baguette and Brioche Class

Join the "French Baking: Baguette and Brioche" class on January 16 at Irvine Fine Arts Center to learn how to make crusty baguettes and fluffy brioches using classic French techniques. Sign up at yourirvine.org. #FrenchBaking #BakingClass

Upcoming Northwood High Schoolโ€™s Music Calendar

  1. January 11, 2024: IUSD Winds Area Concert (7:00 pm - 8:30 pm)

  2. January 12, 2024: Symphony Irvine Collaboration Concert (7:00 pm - 8:30 pm)

  3. March 6, 2024: Spring Festival Concert โ€“ Band (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

  4. March 7, 2024: Spring Festival Concert โ€“ Orchestra (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

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

  6. 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. February 1 & 2: LEGENDS CONCERT at 7:00 PM.

  2. March 7, 8, 9, 14,15, 16: EVITA - Spring Musical at 7:00 PM.

  3. 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 Schoolโ€™s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. January 17th-22nd: WHS Music Department Disney World Trip

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

  3. March 22nd, 7 PM: Spring Concert

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

  5. 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. Fri & Sat, Jan. 26 & 27: Weekend Singers & Canta Bella at Pilgrim Pines.

  2. Th-Sat, Feb. 1-3, All day: CA All-State Choir Weekend (Any Student) in Sacramento, CA.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  10. TBD: Aliso Womenโ€™s Festival (Canta Bella) - Location TBD.

  11. Wed, April 17, All day: Forum Festival (Concert Chorale, Chorale & Viva Cantar) at Knottโ€™s Berry Farm.

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

  13. Tues & Wed, May 28 & 29, 3:30-6:30 PM: Dress rehearsal โ€œVoicesโ€ (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

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

  15. 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

Joyful End to the Year at Local Shelter with Over Two Dozen Adoptions

From December 18 to 31, 7 dogs and 21 cats. Additionally, 11 dogs and 3 cats were reunited with their owners. For more on adoption and viewing hours, visit irvineanimals.org/adopt.

UC Irvine Women's Basketball Dominates Cal State Bakersfield in Big West Home Opener, 71-48

UC Irvine's women's basketball team defeated Cal State Bakersfield 71-48 in their Big West home opener. The Anteaters showcased impressive shooting, hitting 53% from the field and 7-of-16 three-pointers, while dominating rebounds 37-19. The game was initially close, but UCI pulled ahead in the second half, outscoring CSUB 38-18. Key players included Dรฉja Lee with 22 points, Moulayna Johnson Sidi Baba with 13 points and 9 rebounds, and significant contributions from the bench. Cal State Bakersfield struggled with a 36% shooting rate. UCI's next games are against Cal State Fullerton and UC Davis.

UC Irvine Announces Dynamic Roster for 2024 Womenโ€™s Indoor Track & Field Season

The UC Irvine women's indoor track & field team is preparing for the 2024 season, starting with the Spokane Indoor Challenge on Jan. 12-13. They have a mix of experienced athletes and promising newcomers across various events. Key athletes include Deandra Tyler in throws, Sameen Andar in distance events, and Aryel Coats in sprints. The team also boasts strong contenders in hurdles, relays, multis, and jumps, with notable performances expected from newcomers like Kailah McKenzie. Their season includes several meets, culminating in the MPSF Championships in February, with hopes of qualifying for the NCAA Indoor Championships in March. Coach Jeff Perkins emphasizes the team's talent and potential for breaking records.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Basketball

  1.  Thurs, Jan 4th: vs Cal State Fullerton, 7:00 PM

  2.   Sat, Jan 6th: vs UC Davis, 1:00 PM

  3.   Thurs, Jan18th: vs UC San Diego, 7:00 PM

  4.  Sat, Jan 27th: vs CSUN, 7:00 PM

Men's Volleyball

  1.  Tues, Jan 9th: vs George Mason, 3:00 p.m.

  2.   Wed, Jan 10th: vs Saint Francis, 6:00 p.m.

  3. Sat, Jan 13th: vs Princeton, 6:00 p.m.

  4.   Wed, Jan 17th: vs McKendree, 6:00 p.m.

  5.  Wed, Jan 31st: vs UCLA, 6:00 p.m.

Women's Basketball

  1.  Thurs, January 11th: vs Hawai'i, 6:00 PM

  2. Sat, January 20th: vs UC Davis, 2:00 PM

  3.  Thurs, January 25th: vs Long Beach State, 11:00 AM

Men's Tennis

  •  Fri, January 26th: vs BYU, Time TBA

  •  Sat, January 27th: vs San Diego State, Time TBA

Baseball

  1.  Sat, January 27th: vs Alumni Game, 12:00 PM

Irvine Valley's Men's Basketball Alumni Face Off Against Current Laser Team in Nostalgic Exhibition Game

Irvine Valley's men's basketball team, coached by Jerry Hernandez, hosted an alumni exhibition game against the current 2023-24 Laser team at Hart Gymnasium, featuring many former star players. The event was a great success, and photos of the game are available here.

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

Men's Basketball

  1. Wed, Jan 03: vs Saddleback* at 6:00 PM

  2. Fri, Jan 05: at Riverside* at 5:00 PM

  3. Wed, Jan 10: at Santa Ana* at 5:00 PM

  4. Fri, Jan 12: vs Fullerton* at 6:00 PM

Women's Basketball

  1. Fri, Jan 05: at Palo Verde at 5:30 PM

  2. Wed, Jan 10: vs Orange Coast* at 6:00 PM

  3. Fri, Jan 12: at Santa Ana* at 7:00 PM

  4. Wed, Jan 17: vs Golden West* at 6:00 PM

  5. Fri, Jan 19: at Fullerton* at 7:00 PM

Score for Charity: High School Teams Compete in Fundraiser for CHOC

The Freeway League teams are hosting the Challenge for Choc Showcase on Jan. 6 at Sonora and Sunny Hills High Schools to benefit the Childrenโ€™s Hospital of Orange County. The event features boys and girls high school basketball games at both locations. Spectators will use a QR Code for admission, with proceeds going to CHOC. The schedule includes various matchups throughout the day at both schools.

Sonora High School

  • 1:30 p.m., La Habra vs. Woodbridge (boys)

  • 3 p.m., Troy vs. Villa Park (girls)

  • 4:30 p.m., Troy vs. Northwood (boys)

  • 7:30 p.m., Sonora vs. Portola (boys)

Sunny Hills High School

  • Noon, Sunny Hills vs. Whittier Christian (boys)

  • 1:30 p.m., Buena Park vs. Santa Ana (boys)

  • 3 p.m. Fullerton vs. El Modena (girls)

  • 4:30 p..m., Fullerton vs. University (boys)

  • 6 p.m., Sunny Hills vs. Canyon (girls)

High School Athletics Calendar -

** Updated With December Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High Schoolโ€™s Varsity home games:

January 2024

Saturday, January 6

  • Wrestling, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 9:00 AM, Tournament at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • Wrestling, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 9:00 AM, Tournament at Irvine High School Game Gym

Monday, January 8

  • Soccer, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Sage Hill at Irvine High School Stadium

Tuesday, January 9

  • Water Polo, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 6:00 PM vs. University at Woodbridge High School

Wednesday, January 10

  • -Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. University at Irvine High School Stadium

  • -Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:30 PM vs. University at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • -Basketball, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 7:00 PM vs. University at Irvine High School Game Gym

Thursday, January 11

  • -Water Polo, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 4:00 PM vs. Woodbridge at Woodbridge High School

Friday, January 12

  • Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Stadium

  • Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:30 PM vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • Basketball, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 7:00 PM vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Game Gym

Tuesday, January 16

  • Soccer, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Stadium

Wednesday, January 17

  • Wrestling, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 6:30 PM vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • Wrestling, Girls Varsity (VR)

  • - 6:30 PM vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Game Gym

Friday, January 19

  • Soccer, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Laguna Hills at Irvine High School Stadium

Monday, January 22

  • Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 3:30 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Stadium

  • Water Polo, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 4:30 PM vs. Portola at Portola High School

  • Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:30 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Game Gym

  • Basketball, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 7:00 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Game Gym

Wednesday, January 24

  • Water Polo, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 4:15 PM vs. Northwood High School at Northwood High School

  •  Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Stadium

  • Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:30 PM vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Game Gym

  •  Basketball, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 7:00 PM vs. Northwood High School at Irvine High School Game Gym

Friday, January 26, 2024

  •  Soccer, Boys Varsity (VR)

    - 3:15 PM vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Stadium

  • -Soccer, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:00 PM vs. Sage Hill at Irvine High School Stadium

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

  • Basketball, Girls Varsity (VR)

    - 5:30 PM vs. Beckman, Arnold at Irvine High School Game Gym

Irvine PD Issues Safety Tips Following Carousel Pickpocketing Incident

A wallet was stolen from a woman's purse at the Spectrum Carousel in Irvine in November. Irvine PD continues to seek help to identify the suspects; contact [email protected]. Tips for avoiding such thefts: maintain distance from strangers, keep purses closed, and don't leave purses in shopping carts.

#irvine #crimeprevention #theft

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