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One-Day Strawberry Sale at Tanaka Farms – April 2 in Irvine

Issue # 0377

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Joshua Tjia
02 Apr

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

📚📖 Attend the April 10 Meeting to Share Your Voice on Irvine’s Library Future

🚓 51 Citations Issued Near University High in Irvine Traffic Enforcement Operation

🍓🌱 One-Day Strawberry Sale at Tanaka Farms – April 2 in Irvine

🍑🍧 Peach Tart Frozen Yogurt Now Swirling at Yogurtland for a Limited Time

🚌🌟 Nearly 30 IUSD Students Win Big at OC Science & Engineering Fair, Advance to State Level

🤒 How to Treat Cold and Flu Symptoms at Home: Practical Tips for Faster Recovery

🌱🧤 Free Compost Giveaway Happening May 3 Across Orange County

🎨📝 Applications Now Open for Irvine Annual Art Exhibition – Deadline April 30

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

💉🐕 Anesthesia Explained: Keeping Your Pet Calm, Comfortable, and Pain-Free

🏀 UC Irvine Men’s Basketball Delivers Late Surge to Reach NIT Final

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

⚾️ Irvine High Baseball Tops Crean Lutheran 6-2 for First Win at Ryan Lemmon Invitational

🏈🎾 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

How come potatoes never get lost?

They always take the same root home.

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

Attend the April 10 Meeting to Share Your Voice on Irvine’s Library Future

The City of Irvine is hosting an informational meeting about the transition to a new Irvine Public Library system on Thursday, April 10, from 6:30–7:15 p.m. at the University Community Center. Community members are invited to attend, ask questions, and share feedback to help shape the future of local library services.

51 Citations Issued Near University High in Irvine Traffic Enforcement Operation

Irvine Police conducted a High-Visibility Enforcement (HVE) operation near University High School, issuing 51 citations in the afternoon. Common violations included not stopping at stop signs, ignoring posted signs, illegal phone use, and underage riders without helmets.

Remember: rolling through a stop sign doesn’t count—make a complete stop to avoid tickets and stay safe.

One-Day Strawberry Sale at Tanaka Farms – April 2 in Irvine

For one day only—April 2nd—Tanaka Farms is offering super sweet, fresh-picked strawberries from their Costa Mesa fields at their Irvine Produce Market Stand. Get a half-flat (5–6 lbs) for $25 between 9 AM and 5 PM. Don’t miss this limited-time farm-fresh deal!

Peach Tart Frozen Yogurt Now Swirling at Yogurtland for a Limited Time


Yogurtland is now serving a new limited-time Peach Tart flavor—non-fat frozen yogurt with a creamy, tart twist and juicy peach flavor. Give it a try this spring at your closest Irvine location.

Nearly 30 IUSD Students Win Big at OC Science & Engineering Fair, Advance to State Level

Nearly 30 IUSD students earned top honors at the Orange County Science and Engineering Fair, standing out among 800+ participants with impressive STEM projects. They’ll advance to the California Science & Engineering Fair and ThermoFisher Junior Innovators Challenge on April 12–13. Congratulations to all who competed!

Full list of winners: iusd.org/OCSEF2025 

How to Treat Cold and Flu Symptoms at Home: Practical Tips for Faster Recovery

Feeling under the weather? Whether it's a common cold or the flu, taking care of yourself at home can make a big difference in how quickly you recover. Here are some practical tips to ease symptoms, support your immune system, and know when it’s time to seek medical help:

  • Rest and Hydration

    • Get plenty of sleep to help your body heal.

    • Drink fluids like water, herbal teas, and broths to stay hydrated.

  • Relieve Congestion and Sore Throats

    • Inhale steam to ease nasal congestion.

    • Gargle with warm saltwater to soothe a sore throat.

    • Use a humidifier to moisten dry indoor air.

  • Soothing Remedies

    • Sip herbal teas like ginger, chamomile, or peppermint.

    • Eat warm broths and soups—chicken soup is especially helpful.

  • Immune-Boosting Foods

    • Include vitamin C-rich foods: oranges, berries, leafy greens.

    • Add healing spices: turmeric, garlic.

    • Eat probiotic-rich foods: yogurt, kefir, fermented veggies.

    • Avoid sugary and processed foods.

When to See a Doctor

  • Fever over 102°F.

  • Difficulty breathing or chest pain.

  • Symptoms lasting more than 10 days.

Free Compost Giveaway Happening May 3 Across Orange County

Don’t miss the FREE Compost Giveaway on Saturday, May 3, from 7:30 a.m. to noon at three OC locations:

  • Bee Canyon Greenery (Irvine)

  • Valencia Greenery (Brea)

  • Capistrano Greenery (San Juan Capistrano)

Bring your own shovel and container to Irvine and San Juan Capistrano; Brea offers four pre-bagged compost bags per vehicle.

Applications Now Open for Irvine Annual Art Exhibition – Deadline April 30

Applications are now open for the Irvine Annual art exhibition, happening July 12–August 30 at the Irvine Fine Arts Center. Artists of all levels are invited to submit work in painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, and more. Jurors Elizabeth Munzón, Stephanie Sherwood, and Dakota Noot will select featured pieces and award top entries with cash prizes.

Apply by April 30 at artsinirvine.org/irvineannual.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. Apr 12th, 1:00 PM: Friends of Jazz Performance, Lone Wolf Brewing Co., Yorba Linda

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

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. May 1-2, 7:00 PM: Broadway Rocks!, 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. April 17, 7:00 PM: IUSD Honors Concert, Segerstrom 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. April 17, 7:00 PM: IUSD Honors Concert, Segerstrom Concert Hall.

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

Upcoming Irvine High School's Music Calendar

  1. May 2, 7:30 PM: Music Under the Stars (MUTS), Irvine Amphitheater

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.vimb.info/calendar

Anesthesia Explained: Keeping Your Pet Calm, Comfortable, and Pain-Free

Anesthesia plays a vital role in veterinary care by ensuring pets can undergo procedures without pain, fear, or movement. Here's a quick breakdown of why it's important and how it's safely administered:

  • What it is: A controlled state of unconsciousness used to prevent pain and keep pets still during procedures.

  • Why it's used: For surgeries, dental cleanings, spays/neuters, biopsies, diagnostic imaging, radiation, foreign body removal, and ventilator use.

  • Who can administer it: Licensed veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians—some with specialized training in anesthesia and pain management.

  • Where it's used: Specialty care hospitals, primary care clinics, and animal shelters.

  • Why it matters: It helps ensure your pet receives the care they need safely and comfortably.

UC Irvine Men’s Basketball Delivers Late Surge to Reach NIT Final

UC Irvine pulled off a clutch 69-67 win over North Texas in the NIT semifinal, securing their first-ever spot in the NIT championship game. The Anteaters closed with a key 7-0 run in the final minutes, led by Justin Hohn’s dramatic three-pointer and Bent Leuchten’s clutch free throws. Devin Tillis recorded his 7th double-double (16 pts, 11 reb), and UCI set a school record with their 32nd win. Leuchten added 14 pts and 9 reb, while Hohn had 12 pts and 8 assists. UCI, now 32-6, will face Chattanooga on Thursday, April 3 at 6:00 PM PT on ESPN.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Baseball

  • Tue, Apr 15 – vs LMU, 6:00 PM

Men's Volleyball

  • Sat, Apr 5 – vs UC San Diego, 6:00 PM

  • Sat, Apr 12 – vs UC Santa Barbara, 6:00 PM

Women's Tennis

  • Sun, Apr 6 – vs Cal State Fullerton, 11:00 AM

Men's Tennis

  • Wed, Apr 9 – vs UC San Diego, 2:00 PM

  • Sat, Apr 12 – vs UC Santa Barbara, 12:00 PM

Women's Golf

  • Mon, Apr 14 – vs Big West Championships (Las Vegas, NV – Spanish Trail CC)

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

Baseball

  • Sat, Apr 5 – vs Cypress, 12:00 PM

Men's Volleyball

  • Wed, Apr 9 - Orange Coast 6:00 PM

  • Fri, Apr 11 Santiago Canyon 6:00 PM

Women's Beach Volleyball

  • Fri, Apr 11 - Golden West 9:00 AM

  • Fri, Apr 11 - Riverside 10:00 AM

Women's Flag Football

  • Wed, Apr 9 Redlands TBA

Irvine High Baseball Tops Crean Lutheran 6-2 for First Win at Ryan Lemmon Invitational

Irvine High School’s baseball team earned a much-needed 6-2 win over Crean Lutheran in the Ryan Lemmon Invitational at Great Park, snapping a three-game losing streak. After falling behind early, the Vaqueros rallied with a strong team effort led by pitcher Drake Brito, who struck out nine over 5⅓ innings and added a two-run double. Matthew Sandoval scored twice and had two doubles, while Smith Spivey and Owen Featherston also contributed key hits. Reliever Adam Valencia escaped a bases-loaded jam and closed the game with four strikeouts for the save. Crean Lutheran, despite early momentum, stranded six runners and suffered its third straight loss. Both teams acknowledged missed opportunities, with Irvine building momentum ahead of its upcoming series vs. Woodbridge.

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With April Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

April 2025

Monday, April 7

  • 3:15 PM – Tennis (Boys, VR) vs Valencia/Placentia at Irvine High School Heritage Park

  • 3:30 PM – Softball (VR) vs University at Irvine High School Softball Field

  • 4:00 PM – Lacrosse (Boys, VR) vs University at Irvine High School Stadium

Tuesday, April 8

  • 3:15 PM – Tennis (Boys, VR) vs University at Irvine High School Heritage Park

  • 5:15 PM – Volleyball (Boys, VR) vs University at Irvine High School Game Gym

Wednesday, April 9

  • 3:00 PM – Beach Volleyball (Girls, VR) vs Bell Gardens at Deerfield Park Beach Courts

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

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