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Stay Safe This Halloween: Follow IPD's Top Trick-or-Treating Guidelines

Issue # 0276

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

๐Ÿ˜ Laugh Of The Day

๐ŸŒค๏ธ Irvine Weather

๐Ÿ™๏ธ๐Ÿ—๏ธ Irvine Approves $20 Million Purchase for City's First Homeless Shelter

๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿงบ Join the Thanksgiving Herb Basket Workshop at the Great Park on November 9

๐Ÿงก๐Ÿด Nutrition That Saves Lives: How Park-It Market Keeps 2,500 Seniors Healthy Each Month

๐Ÿšง Traffic Alert: One-Way Only on Cadence Oct. 24-25 for Major Bike Lane Upgrades

๐ŸŽƒโš ๏ธ Stay Safe This Halloween: Follow IPD's Top Trick-or-Treating Guidelines

๐Ÿ’Š Safely Dispose of Unused Medications: Take Back Day at Irvine Locations on October 26

๐ŸŒณ๐ŸŒพ Help Inner-City Kids Experience Nature and Science

๐Ÿ›๐Ÿซง Relax and Rejuvenate: DIY Bath Salts Workshop for Adults at Irvine University Park

๐ŸŽผ๐ŸŽผ Upcoming High School Music Calendar

๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ› Meet Calypso: The Cool Cat Ready to Steal Your Heart and a Quiet Spot in Your Home

๐ŸŒ๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธUC Irvine Womenโ€™s Golf Secures Top 3 Finish at Hawaii Invitational, Led by Katelyn Kong's Career-Best Performance

๐ŸŽพ Sgt. Pepperoni's Anteater of the Week: Zamora Qualifies for NCAA Tennis Championship

๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ๐ŸŽพโšพ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

๐Ÿ Irvine Valley Women's Volleyball Triumphs in Five-Set Thriller Over Santiago Canyon

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

๐Ÿˆ๐ŸŽพ High School Athletics Calendar

๐Ÿš”๐Ÿ’ณ Irvine Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Suspect in $1,000 Debit Card Theft

๐Ÿ๐Ÿฅญ๐Ÿ‘ Local Farmers Markets

๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿช๐ŸŽ‰Irvineโ€™s Best Kept Secrets: Is Your Business One of Them?

๐Ÿ“…๐Ÿ“… Lots of Local Events

๐Ÿ“ž๐Ÿ’ก Useful Contact Information

Why are graveyards so noisy?

Because of all the coffin.

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

Irvine Approves $20 Million Purchase for City's First Homeless Shelter

Irvine officials have taken the first steps toward creating the city's first homeless shelter by approving the $20 million purchase of two adjacent buildings in the Irvine Business Complex. The shelter, called "The Sanctuary," will offer beds, medical care, and case management. The project is part of a larger initiative called "The System," which aims to address homelessness by also adding transitional housing and expanding the city's crisis response program. While some council members raised concerns about the rushed purchase and lack of community input, the project is moving forward, with the city set to close on the purchase and search for an operator next month.

Join the Thanksgiving Herb Basket Workshop at the Great Park on November 9

Create a fresh and vibrant herb basket for your kitchen with the Thanksgiving Herb Basket workshop at the Great Park on Saturday, November 9, from 10:30โ€“11:30 a.m. Hosted by the Farm + Food Lab, this demonstration teaches you how to incorporate fresh herbs into your fall meals. No supplies are needed, just come to watch and learn. Registration is required, so sign up soon at cityofirvine.org/yourirvine.

Nutrition That Saves Lives: How Park-It Market Keeps 2,500 Seniors Healthy Each Month

Second Harvest's Park-It Market helps combat senior food insecurity by serving about 2,500 adults over 60 each month. Proper nutrition is essential for seniors to maintain muscle mass, prevent falls, and aid digestion, as thirst and appetite decline with age. Skipping meals can lead to health risks, but a nutritious diet supports healthier, more independent lives. With 7 million seniors potentially facing food insecurity by 2050, immediate action is neededโ€”currently, 668,000 seniors in California are already food insecure. You can support by hosting a Virtual Food Drive: https://heyor.ca/7Ypdrf.

Traffic Alert: One-Way Only on Cadence Oct. 24-25 for Major Bike Lane Upgrades

Cadence between Radial and Chinon will have one-way traffic from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on October 24 and 25 due to slurry seal operations. This is part of a project to add a Class IV protected bikeway, offering physical separation between cyclists and drivers, which is expected to be completed next month.

Stay Safe This Halloween: Follow IPD's Top Trick-or-Treating Guidelines

With Halloween approaching, the Irvine Police Department (IPD) offers key safety tips for students and families.

  • Always accompany children during trick-or-treating, choose bright or reflective costumes for visibility, and carry a flashlight or glow sticks.

  • Avoid masks that obstruct vision, and drivers should watch for kids and drive slowly.

  • Inspect all candy and avoid eating anything not commercially wrapped or tampered with.

  • If you see anything suspicious, call 9-1-1.

  • For more details, visit the IPD Crime Prevention Website or call their non-emergency line at 949-724-7000.

Safely Dispose of Unused Medications: Take Back Day at Irvine Locations on October 26

Safely dispose of unused prescriptions during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Irvine Police Department is participating, offering drop-off locations at the Irvine Police Department (1 Civic Center Plaza) and Hoag Health Center (16105 Sand Canyon Avenue). Help keep the community safe by responsibly discarding expired or unneeded medications.

Help Inner-City Kids Experience Nature and Science

Sea and Sage Audubon is raising funds to cover bus trips that bring inner-city schoolchildren to a freshwater wetland for hands-on science learning and environmental education. So far, $3,250 of the $4,200 goal has been raised to fund 14 trips this fall. They are seeking additional donations to reach their goal. Contributions of any amount are welcome, and checks can be made out to Sea and Sage Audubon and sent to the School Bus Fund at 5 Riparian View, Irvine, CA 92612.

Relax and Rejuvenate: DIY Bath Salts Workshop for Adults at Irvine University Park

Create your own custom bath salts using essential oils and simple ingredients at this adult craft program hosted by the Irvine University Park Library. All supplies are provided. Sessions are available at 2:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 17.

To register, call 949-786-4001 or email [email protected].

Upcoming Northwood High Schoolโ€™s Music Calendar

  1. Wed, November 6, 5:00-8:00 PM: Band Spectacular

  2. Thu, November 21, 7:00 - 8:00 PM: Vocal Music Winter Concert

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

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. Thu, December 5, 7:00 PM: A Winter Celebration at 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. Wed, November 6, 7:00 PM: IUSD Band Spectacular.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.whs-music.org/

Upcoming Woodbridge High Schoolโ€™s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. Wed, October 30, 7:00 PM: IUSD High School Vocal Festival at Portola HS.

  2. Tue, November 5, 1:00 PM: Concordia Treble Chorus Festival, TBD.

  3. Fri, December 6, 7:00 PM: Winter Celebration Concert at 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. Tue, October 29, 7:00-9:30 PM: Autumn Serenade

  2. Wed, December 18, 6:00-10:00 PM: IM Winter Concert

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

Meet Calypso: The Cool Cat Ready to Steal Your Heart and a Quiet Spot in Your Home

Calypso is an independent 5-year-old female cat seeking a calm, adult-only home. She enjoys peaceful moments but also appreciates chin scratches and attention. Ideal for a cat-savvy owner, sheโ€™s looking for a mellow environment. For more info on adoption and other available animals, visit cityofirvine.org/animals. 

UC Irvine Womenโ€™s Golf Secures Top 3 Finish at Hawaii Invitational, Led by Katelyn Kong's Career-Best Performance

Freshman Katelyn Kong led UC Irvine to a third-place finish at the Rainbow Wahine Invitational, posting a career-low 68 and tying for seventh individually with a 54-hole total of 211. UC Irvine tied Grand Canyon with a team score of 855, marking their third top-five finish in four fall tournaments. Colorado Stateโ€™s Lacey Uchida won the individual title, helping her team secure the overall victory. Junior Jasmine Chen and sophomore Alyson Sor also had strong performances, finishing in the top 20. UCI wraps up its fall season and will return to competition on February 2, 2025, at the UC Crown.

Sgt. Pepperoni's Anteater of the Week: Zamora Qualifies for NCAA Tennis Championship

Senior Noah Zamora has been named the Sgt. Pepperoniโ€™s Anteater of the Week after reaching the final of the ITA Southwest Regional, earning a spot in the NCAA Singles Championship. Ranked 122nd nationally, Zamora dropped only one set in his first five matches, defeating top opponents like No. 109 Casper Christensen and Emon Van Loben Sels. Though he fell short in the final to UCLAโ€™s Spencer Johnson, Zamoraโ€™s strong performance makes him the first Anteater to qualify for the NCAA Singles Championship since 2011. The tournament will be held at Baylor from Nov. 19-24.v

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Soccer

  1. Sat, Oct 26: vs Sacramento State, 6:00 PM

Women's Soccer

  1. Sun, Oct 27: vs Long Beach State, 6:00 PM

Men's Water Polo

  1. Sat, Oct 26: vs UC Santa Barbara, 12:00 PM

  2. Sun, Oct 27: vs Pepperdine, 1:00 PM

Men's Basketball

  1. Wed, Oct 30: (Exhibition) vs Vanguard, 7:00 PM

Irvine Valley Women's Volleyball Triumphs in Five-Set Thriller Over Santiago Canyon

The Irvine Valley women's volleyball team defeated Santiago Canyon in a five-set Orange Empire Conference match at home, improving their conference record to 4-4. The match was tightly contested, with IVC winning 25-22, 21-25, 25-13, 15-25, and 15-12. Freshman Hailey Oldham sealed the victory with a decisive kill in the final set. Sophomore Alya Mersin led with 15 kills, while Oldham added 12 kills and five blocks.

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

Men's Basketball

  1. Thu, Oct 24: vs Chaffey/San Diego City (Scrimmage), 4:30 PM

Men's Soccer

  1. Tue, Oct 29: vs Santa Ana, 3:00 PM

Women's Soccer

  1. Fri, Oct 25: vs Saddleback, 3:00 PM

Women's Volleyball

  1. Fri, Oct 25: vs Orange Coast, 6:00 PM

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With October Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High Schoolโ€™s Varsity home games:

October 2024  

Thursday, October 24

  • 03:00 PM: Tennis, Girls VR vs. University at Irvine High School Heritage Park

Irvine Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Suspect in $1,000 Debit Card Theft

A suspect is wanted for using a stolen debit card to withdraw $1,000 from a bank ATM. If you have any information or can identify the individual, please contact [email protected].

Irvineโ€™s Best Kept Secrets: Is Your Business One of Them?

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October 27 Dynamic Contrasts 3 PM

October 31 BOO FEST at Woodbridge Village Center 4 โ€“ 6 PM

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