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Stolen E-Bike Recovered at Irvine Spectrum, Owner Thanks Police with Flowers

Issue # 0479

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Joshua Tjia
04 Sep

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🚓🚲 Stolen E-Bike Recovered at Irvine Spectrum, Owner Thanks Police with Flowers

🌱🍊 Help Harvest Fresh Produce for Families in Need, Sept. 2–5

🩰 SoCal Ballet Festival Returns with Classics and Contemporary Works

🚦 Traffic Signal Maintenance Scheduled at Bryan Avenue & Marketplace – Sept. 4

🚌🧴 Back-to-School Bonus: Teacher Discounts on Skincare & Beauty

🩺🤸🏻 Sports Physicals: Protecting Young Athletes Before the Season Begins

🌿🌼 IRC Nears Eradication of Invasive Yellow Star Thistle in Orange County

🥐🍪 From Tarts to Choux: Learn Classic French Pastries at Irvine Fine Arts Center

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐾 Train Your Pup: Join Woodbridge’s 5-Week Dog Training Program

⚽️ UCI Men’s Soccer: Gonzalez Lopez Named Big West Offensive Player of the Week

🏀🏐🎾⚽️ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚓🚨 Irvine Police Arrest Five Suspects Following Farragut Residential Burglary Investigation

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

Why did the peanut quit his job?

Because every day, he was spread thin!

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

Stolen E-Bike Recovered at Irvine Spectrum, Owner Thanks Police with Flowers

On Monday at Irvine Spectrum Center, police officers found and returned a stolen e-bike. They identified two juveniles as suspects, spoke with their parents, and referred the case to the Youth Services division. The e-bike was safely returned to its owner, who thanked the officers by giving them flowers.

Help Harvest Fresh Produce for Families in Need, Sept. 2–5

Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County is looking for volunteers to help harvest produce at Harvest Solutions Farm from Sept. 2–5. The fresh food gathered will go to community members in need.

SoCal Ballet Festival Returns with Classics and Contemporary Works

The SoCal Ballet Scene Festival returns on Saturday, September 13, with performances at 2 PM and 7 PM at the Barclay.

  • Named one of Culture OC’s Top Five Show Moments of 2024, this festival features nearly 50 dancers and companies performing both classical and contemporary works, including Le Corsaire, Act I, excerpts from Giselle and Coppélia, plus new pieces by Anaheim Ballet, Hollywood Ballet, The Realm Company, José Costas, and Ballet Project OC.

  • Each program includes commentary, with live music, local art by Audrey Grider, and a dancer meet-and-greet following the shows.

Traffic Signal Maintenance Scheduled at Bryan Avenue & Marketplace – Sept. 4

The City of Irvine will be working on the traffic signal at Bryan Avenue and Marketplace on Thursday, September 4, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. During this time, the signal may be turned off or set to red flash mode, so drivers are advised to use alternate routes when possible.

Back-to-School Bonus: Teacher Discounts on Skincare & Beauty

Kick off the school year with a well-deserved treat! Nature Republic, a beauty and skincare store known for its natural, plant-based products, is giving teachers 10% off all September as part of their Teacher Appreciation Perks. Check them out at the Irvine Spectrum before the offer ends on September 30.

Sports Physicals: Protecting Young Athletes Before the Season

A sports physical (pre-participation physical evaluation) is a key step before your child joins a sport. More than just paperwork, it ensures their overall health, safety, and readiness for the season.

Why Sports Physicals Matter:

  • Spot hidden health issues – Detect concerns like heart murmurs, asthma, or muscle imbalances before they cause problems.

  • Provide medical clearance – Required by most schools and leagues to confirm safe participation.

  • Update vaccines & screenings – Keep immunizations current while checking vision and hearing for peak performance.

  • Prevent & manage injuries – Review past injuries, discuss recovery, and learn warm-up/stretch routines to reduce risks.

  • Build healthy habits – Teach kids to speak up about fatigue or discomfort and reinforce long-term wellness.

IRC Nears Eradication of Invasive Yellow Star Thistle in Orange County

The Irvine Ranch Conservancy (IRC) has made major strides in removing the invasive yellow star thistle, a plant that threatens local ecosystems and increases wildfire risk.

  • Once widespread in areas like Gypsum Canyon Wilderness and Weir Canyon, this spiny, fast-spreading weed has now declined dramatically thanks to targeted treatments such as hand-pulling, herbicide use, and ongoing monitoring.

  • Many infested sites have seen no regrowth for multiple years, native plants are returning, and this year IRC managed the workload without outside contractors.

  • Community members can support these efforts by joining upcoming volunteer opportunities at letsgooutside.org.

From Tarts to Choux: Learn Classic French Pastries at Irvine Fine Arts Center

The Irvine Fine Arts Center is offering hands-on French Baking classes starting September 9, where participants can learn to make classic pastries like tarts, choux, and milk bread. Classes provide step-by-step guidance, new baking skills, and treats to take home.

Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged at cityofirvine.org/yourirvine.

We will resume with the high school music calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall semester.

Train Your Pup: Join Woodbridge’s 5-Week Dog Training Program

Join a 5-week group dog training class in Woodbridge to help with leash pulling, jumping, and recall.

  • The program includes an online orientation, five in-person sessions, and ongoing support with homework and video reviews.

  • To register, visit the office at 31 Creek Road or call (949) 786-1800 during business hours.

UCI Men’s Soccer: Gonzalez Lopez Named Big West Offensive Player of the Week

UC Irvine’s Misael Gonzalez Lopez was named Big West Offensive Player of the Week after scoring three goals in two matches, including a two-goal burst against Cal State LA and a penalty kick in a 3-0 win over North Florida. The senior forward now leads the conference in goals and points, earning his first weekly award following an All-Big West Honorable Mention in 2024.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Women’s Volleyball

  • Thu, Sep 4 – vs Colorado vs Fresno State, 3:30 PM

  • Fri, Sep 5 – vs Colorado vs Penn, 4:00 PM

  • Fri, Sep 5 – vs Fresno State, 7:00 PM

  • Sat, Sep 6 – vs Penn vs Fresno State, 1:00 PM

  • Sat, Sep 6 – vs Colorado, 5:00 PM

  • Sun, Sep 7 – vs Penn, 12:00 PM

Men’s Soccer

  • Fri, Sep 5 – vs New Hampshire, 6:00 PM

  • Mon, Sep 8 – vs Cornell, 4:00 PM

Women’s Soccer

  • Sun, Sep 7 – vs Northern Arizona, 1:00 PM

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

Women’s Volleyball

  • Fri, Sep 5 – vs Alumni, 6:00 PM

  • Fri, Sep 26 – vs Orange Coast, 6:00 PM

Men’s Soccer

  • Fri, Sep 12 – vs San Diego Mesa, 2:00 PM

  • Tue, Sep 5 – vs Cuyamaca, 4:00 PM

  • Tue, Sep 26 – vs Orange Coast, 3:00 PM

Women’s Soccer

  • Fri, Sep 26 – vs East Los Angeles, 1:00 PM

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With September Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

September 2025

Thursday, September 5

  • Girls Volleyball – 7:15 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Game Gym

Friday, September 6

  • Traditional Competitive Cheer – 7:00 PM vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Stadium

  • Football – 7:00 PM vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Stadium

Monday, September 9

  • Girls Flag Football – 6:00 PM vs. Sage Hill at Irvine High School Stadium

Irvine Police Arrest Five Suspects Following Farragut Residential Burglary Investigation

On August 15, Irvine Police investigated a residential burglary on Farragut. Detectives from CIU and CID, with support from the Real Time Crime Center, identified suspects and served a search warrant in Anaheim.

  • Two juveniles were arrested for burglary and conspiracy and booked at Orange County Juvenile Hall.

  • During the search, three adults living with them were also taken into custody on outstanding warrants for charges including forgery, burglary, and vandalism, and booked at Orange County Jail.

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