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Orange County Firefighters Rescue Dog from Irvine Apartment Fire

Issue # 0731

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Joshua Tjia
09 Nov

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh of the Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🚒🐾 Orange County Firefighters Rescue Dog from Irvine Apartment Fire

🎖️🐈‍⬛🎫 Celebrating Our Veterans: Free Pet Adoptions, Theatre Tickets, and a Special Ceremony

📦🫜Free 30-Pound Food Boxes Available to Eligible Irvine Residents November 12

🧸🪀 Play, Learn, and Make New Friends at Heritage Park Library

🍔🥗 Eat Well, Spend Less: Delicious Meal Ideas That Stretch Your Grocery Budget

🌳🥾 Explore Bommer Canyon’s Scenic Trails on a Guided 4.7-Mile Hike, November 15

🎨🪟 Irvine Valley College Showcases Contemporary Stained and Fused Glass Art

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🛁🐾 Simple Ways to Help Your Puppy Get Used to Baths and Nail Trims

🏀 UC Irvine Men's Basketball Defeats San José State 91-79

🏀🏐🎾⚽️ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈 University High Football Defeats Twentynine Palms 50-33

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚔📦 Irvine Police Seek Two Suspects in Vehicle Break-In and Package Thefts at Hudson Apartments

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

What does a dog and a phone have in common?

They both have collar I.D.

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

Orange County Firefighters Rescue Dog from Irvine Apartment Fire

Orange County firefighters safely rescued a dog named Barkley from an apartment fire on Parkview Lane near Michelson and Culver drives in Irvine on Sunday, November 8, just before 4 p.m. Quick-thinking neighbors used fire extinguishers to help control the flames before Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) crews arrived and put out the fire. OCFA Engineer Stinson from Engine 4 rescued Barkley from the apartment, bringing a happy ending to a scary situation. Thankfully, the fire did not spread to neighboring units. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Celebrating Our Veterans: Free Pet Adoptions, Theatre Tickets, and a Special Ceremony

The City of Irvine is showing its appreciation for veterans with two special benefits.

  • Eligible veterans can adopt a dog, cat, or rabbit from the Irvine Animal Care Center with waived adoption fees through the Pets for Vets Act.

  • Veterans can also enjoy free Irvine Barclay Theatre tickets throughout the year by signing up at vettix.org.

The community is also invited to join Irvine’s Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, November 11, at 11 a.m., at Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park to honor those who have served.

Free 30-Pound Food Boxes Available to Eligible Irvine Residents November 12

The City of Irvine is offering free monthly food assistance to eligible residents on Thursday, November 12, at 9 a.m., at Great Park, Parking Lot 2 . Each household can receive an approximately 30-pound food box with fresh produce, beans, vegetables, dairy products, and other groceries, depending on availability.

Play, Learn, and Make New Friends at Heritage Park Library

Families are invited to Stay and Play at Heritage Park Library on Friday, November 13, from 11 to 11:30 a.m.. This fun, informal playtime gives children a chance to explore, make friends, and develop important social, emotional, and early literacy skills. The event is open to all ages.

Eat Well, Spend Less: Delicious Meal Ideas That Stretch Your Grocery Budget

With grocery prices rising, UCI Health executive chef Jessica VanRoo shares two delicious, budget-friendly recipes that help stretch your food dollars without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

- Mushroom and Beef Burgers: Combining lean ground beef with mushrooms, oats, onions, and eggs stretches one pound of beef into six flavorful patties instead of four. The burgers provide protein, fiber, iron, and essential vitamins.

- Lemon Pepper Salmon Cakes with Dill Yogurt Sauce: Made with affordable canned salmon, oats, eggs, herbs, and lemon, these flavorful cakes are packed with protein, heart-healthy omega-3s, fiber, and calcium. A creamy Greek yogurt-dill sauce adds extra protein and freshness.

Explore Bommer Canyon’s Scenic Trails on a Guided 4.7-Mile Hike, November 15

Explore the natural beauty of Bommer Canyon on Sunday, November 15, from 7:15 to 9:45 a.m., during a guided 4.7-mile interpretive hike through the Irvine Open Space Preserve. Participants will enjoy coastal sage scrub, scenic views of Irvine, and the backside of Hogback Ridge. This moderate-paced, level-3 hike includes 1,000 feet of elevation gain and several steep climbs.

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Irvine Valley College Showcases Contemporary Stained and Fused Glass Art

Irvine Valley College’s Art Gallery is hosting The Glass Canvas: Contemporary Stained & Fused Glass through December 12, featuring contemporary artists who transform stained and fused glass into fine art through innovative uses of light, color, texture, and dimension. The exhibition showcases works spanning glass, painting, sculpture, and mixed media by artists including James Jean, El Mac, Tim Carey, and others. Admission is free, and the exhibition is on display at the IVC Arts Hall and Gallery.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

No upcoming events

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

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

No upcoming events

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

Upcoming Irvine High Choral’s Music Calendar

No upcoming events

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

Upcoming Portola High School Music’s Calendar

No upcoming events

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

Simple Ways to Help Your Puppy Get Used to Baths and Nail Trims

Helping your puppy get comfortable with baths and nail trims early can make grooming easier and less stressful as they grow. Here are some simple tips to make grooming a positive experience:

  • Use Positive Reinforcement: Reward your puppy with treats and praise, and never punish them for being afraid.

  • Make Bath Time Comfortable: Use warm water, a nonslip mat, and keep water away from their ears.

  • Introduce Nail Trims Slowly: Start by handling their paws, then trim one nail at a time while offering treats.

  • Choose the Right Tools: Try scissor-style clippers, a nail grinder, or a file if your puppy dislikes traditional clippers.

  • Avoid Cutting the Quick: Trim carefully to avoid the sensitive blood vessels and nerves inside the nail.

  • Maintain Regular Grooming: Most dogs need monthly nail trims, while bathing frequency depends on their coat, lifestyle, and health.

  • Check for Health Concerns: Grooming is a great opportunity to look for fleas, ticks, skin problems, and overgrown nails.

UC Irvine Men's Basketball Defeats San José State 91-79

UC Irvine men's basketball improved to 2-0 with a 91-79 victory over San José State, led by Jovan Jester Jr.'s 24 points and eight rebounds. The Anteaters led the entire game, with Nils Cooper adding 15 points and Tama Isaac contributing 14.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men’s Basketball

  • Wed, Nov 11 - vs Lincoln University CA, 7:00 PM

Men’s Water Polo

  • Fri, Nov 13 -vs Pacific, 6:00 PM

Baseball

  • Sat, Nov 14 -vs Fresno State, 12:00 PM

Women’s Volleyball

  • Fri, Nov 13 -vs CSUN, 6:00 PM

  • Sat, Nov 14 -vs Cal State Bakersfield, 5:00 PM

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

Women’s Soccer

  • Tue, Nov 10 - vs Golden West, 2:30 PM

Women’s Volleyball

  • Tue, Nov 10 - vs Cypress, 6:00 PM

  • Thu, Nov 12 - vs Saddleback, 6:00 PM

Men’s Soccer

  • Fri, Nov 13 - vs Orange Coast, 2:30 PM

University High Football Defeats Twentynine Palms 50-33

University High School's football team defeated Twentynine Palms 50-33, earning its first CIF playoff victory since 2007 in its first postseason appearance since 2015.

High School Athletics Calendar

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Updated with November Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

November 2026

Monday, November 9

  • Water Polo, Girls - vs Tesoro, 4:00 PM

Tuesday, November 10

  • Water Polo, Girls - vs Canyon/Anaheim, 4:30 PM

Irvine Police Seek Two Suspects in Vehicle Break-In and Package Thefts at Hudson Apartments

The Irvine Police Department is seeking the public’s help identifying two individuals suspected of breaking into a vehicle at the Hudson Apartments parking garage in Central Park West. The suspects allegedly smashed a car window and stole a backpack containing nearly $4,000 worth of property. They are also suspected of stealing multiple packages from the apartment complex’s mailroom. Anyone with information about their identities or whereabouts is encouraged to contact Detective Noelle at [email protected].

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

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  • Kaiser Permanente Irvine Farmers Market

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    • When: Daily, 9 AM - 5 PM

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    • More Info:Tanaka Farms

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