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Woodbridge High Triumphs Again: Secures County Championship Title in Academic Decathlon

Issue # 098

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Joshua Tjia
13 Feb

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🏆🙌 Woodbridge High Triumphs Again: Secures County Championship Title in Academic Decathlon

💖🍫Valentine's Day Rescue: 7 Express Gifts to Delight and Boost Health

🐉🚆 Skip the Traffic: Catch the Metrolink to Chinatown's Golden Dragon Parade This February 17

🍂🔥 Safety Alert: Proper Refueling Techniques for Outdoor Equipment to Prevent Fires

🔧💧IRWD Hosts Free Workshop on Leak Detection and Repair for WaterSense Week

🧑‍💻🦺 How to Safeguard Your Kids in the Digital Age: A Parent's Guide

💗🍕 Sierra Vista Middle School PTSA Hosts Valentine's Day Dine-Out at Northwood Pizza

🙌🍗Don't Miss Out: Portola High School ASB and Raising Cane's Join Forces for Fundraising Fun

😷🩺 Discover Revolutionary Back Pain Solutions with Dr. Michael Oh

🏞️🚶 Join a Valentine's Day Adventure: Sunrise Hike Through Limestone Canyon

🧘‍♀️🌅 Breathe Deep and Stretch Out: Winter Yoga Hike Event at Bommer Canyon

🎶🎻Anne Akiko Meyers brings the 2024 Laguna Beach Music Festival

💎✨ Shop Janine Sun's Enchanting Enamel Pendants at Irvine Fine Arts Store Now

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

⛳️🏌🏻‍♀️ Jasmine Chen Leads Anteaters to Victory in Final Round of the Utah Golf Tech Invitational

⚾️Anteaters Baseball Trio Dominates Preseason All-Big West Team Selections

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀 Irvine Valley Women's Basketball Blaze Past Golden West in 81-68 Win

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

👮‍♂️🚙 Irvine Man Arrested After Wrong-Way Chase Ends with DUI Charges

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

What did the dirt say to the rain?

If you keep this up, my name will be mud!

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

Woodbridge High Triumphs Again: Secures County Championship Title in Academic Decathlon

Woodbridge High School's Academic Decathlon Team won the county championship for the seventh time in eight years, scoring 44,488.6 points. They advance to the state competition in Santa Clara from March 21-24, along with the second-place University High School team, which also qualified for the state level and won the Super Quiz event for the first time.

Valentine's Day Rescue: 7 Express Gifts to Delight and Boost Health

In the spirit of love's season, seeking last-minute Valentine's gift inspiration? These seven heartfelt gestures are guaranteed to delight your beloved, while also offering significant health benefits.

Skip the Traffic: Catch the Metrolink to Chinatown's Golden Dragon Parade This February 17

Ride Metrolink to Chinatown's Golden Dragon Parade on Feb 17 to avoid traffic and parking issues. Enjoy a pre-event at Irvine Station at 8 a.m., then catch the 9:21 train to LA. Free transfers to Metro A Line for Chinatown.

#takethetrain

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Safety Alert: Proper Refueling Techniques for Outdoor Equipment to Prevent Fires

Always refuel lawnmowers, leaf blowers, and weed eaters safely: do it outdoors when the engine is cool to prevent fires or explosions. These simple steps significantly lower accident risks, ensuring safer outdoor activities.

#injuryprevention #burnsafetyweek #BurnAwarenessWeek #BurnPrevention

IRWD Hosts Free Workshop on Leak Detection and Repair for WaterSense Week

Attend a free workshop by IRWD during EPA WaterSense Fix a Leak Week (March 18-24) to learn about detecting and repairing leaks.

  • Includes presentations on indoor/outdoor leaks

  • WaterInsight portal

  • billing

  • adjustments

  • plus a Q&A session and giveaways

Date: March 23, 9-11:30 a.m., at IRWD Headquarters, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine.

How to Safeguard Your Kids in the Digital Age: A Parent's Guide

Stay vigilant about your child's online presence due to the internet's anonymity, where identities can be hidden. If you suspect an online predator is contacting your child, immediately contact local law enforcement.

Sierra Vista Middle School PTSA Hosts Valentine's Day Dine-Out at Northwood Pizza

Sierra Vista Middle School (SVMS) PTSA is hosting a Valentine's Day dine-out event at Northwood Pizza in Irvine on February 14th. Join the community celebration! 🍕❤️

#SVMS #CommunityDineOut

Don't Miss Out: Portola High School ASB and Raising Cane's Join Forces for Fundraising Fun

Portola High School ASB is hosting a fundraising event on February 15th with Raising Cane's. Join in to support @portola.asb @portolahighptsa @portolahighschool!

Discover Revolutionary Back Pain Solutions with Dr. Michael Oh

Join Dr. Michael Oh for a free virtual lecture on novel treatments for chronic lower back pain on Feb. 15. Register at https://bit.ly/3wdp13m.

Join a Valentine's Day Adventure: Sunrise Hike Through Limestone Canyon

Celebrate Valentine's Day with an early morning hike in Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve, offering stunning views of The Sinks, Orange County, and the Santa Ana Mountains. This level-4 hike includes steep climbs on mixed trails.

  • Come prepared with a day pack, at least 70 oz. of water, snacks, closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, first aid, and other essentials for a half-day wilderness hike.

  • Pre-registration is required; no walk-ups. Bring all necessary safety gear and sign a liability waiver upon arrival.

  • Event details: February 14, 7:00-11:00 am, 4-hour hike, 10 miles with 1000 ft elevation change, for ages 18+, limited spots available.

Breathe Deep and Stretch Out: Winter Yoga Hike Event at Bommer Canyon

Kick off your Friday with a rejuvenating Winter Morning Yoga Hike at Bommer Canyon Cattle Camp on February 23rd. Enjoy a blend of fresh air, gentle yoga, and beautiful scenery. Don't forget to bring your mat, towel, and adventurous spirit. Reserve your spot soon now as availability is limited: https://letsgooutside.org/activities/2024/02/23/winter-morning-yoga-hike-at-bommer-cattle-camp-3

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Tango Tribute: Anne Akiko Meyers Wraps Up Laguna Beach Music Fest with Piazzolla

Anne Akiko Meyers will conclude the 2024 Laguna Beach Music Festival with "Carnaval!" featuring Piazzolla's L'histoire du Tango and a new arrangement of Saint-Saëns' Carnival of the Animals. Joined by Bidini, Howard, and Farrington. Details: https://www.philharmonicsociety.org/concerts-tickets/calendar-of-events/lbmf-aam-3

Shop Janine Sun's Enchanting Enamel Pendants at Irvine Fine Arts Store Now

Janine Sun is the featured artist at the Irvine Fine Art Center Store, known for her work with enameling, a process of fusing glass on metal. She explores the complexity of this art through various techniques, finding the challenge rewarding. Her enamel pendants are available for purchase at the store open:

  • Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

  • Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed on Sunday).

More information can be found at irvinefinearts.org/store. Follow her work at @jsunstudio.

#ArtHappensHere #IrvineFineArts #JanineSun

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

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

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

  2. 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 School’s Vocal Music Calendar

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

  2. March 22nd, 7 PM: Spring Concert

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  8. TBD: Aliso Women’s Festival (Canta Bella) - Location TBD.

  9. Wed, April 17, All day: Forum Festival (Concert Chorale, Chorale & Viva Cantar) at Knott’s Berry Farm.

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

  11. Tues & Wed, May 28 & 29, 3:30-6:30 PM: Dress rehearsal “Voices” (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

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

  13. 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

Jasmine Chen Leads Anteaters to Victory in Final Round of the Utah Golf Tech Invitational

At the Utah Tech Trailblazer Invitational in St. George, sophomore Jasmine Chen climbed the leaderboard to sixth place with a score of 149 after shooting a one-under 71 on the second day. Freshman Alyson Sor is tied for 10th with a score of 152, and both have six birdies, ranking fifth in birdies among participants. Senior Megan Yang improved to tie for 17th with a score of 155, while junior Charlotte Ryoo and sophomore Kiana Briggs are tied for 25th and 31st, respectively. The Anteaters team is fourth overall with a score of 610. The final round starts at 9:00 a.m. PT tomorrow.

Anteaters Baseball Trio Dominates Preseason All-Big West Team Selections

Three Anteaters were named to the Preseason All-Big West Team, with the team predicted to finish second in the conference, earning two first-place votes. Caden Kendle, last year's co-Big West Field Player of the Year and a 10th-round pick by the St. Louis Cardinals, returns for his senior year with top recognitions and impressive stats, including a .335 average and leading the conference in outfield assists. Freshman sensation Anthony Martinez earned All-American and Big West Freshman Field Player of the Year with a .394 average, 11 home runs, and 60 RBIs. Dub Gleed, despite being overlooked for awards, hit .300 and will move back to third base for the upcoming season after playing shortstop, aiming to build on his solid performance.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Women's Basketball

  1. Sat, Feb 24th - vs UC San Diego, 2:00 PM

  2. Thu, Feb 29th - vs CSUN, 6:00 PM

Men's Basketball

  1. Sat, Feb 17th - vs Cal State Bakersfield, 7:00 PM

  2. Thu, Feb 22nd - vs UC Santa Barbara, 8:00 PM

Men's Volleyball

  1. Fri, Feb 23rd - vs Concordia, 6:00 PM

Women's Tennis

  1. Fri, Feb 23rd - vs New Mexico, 2 PM

  2. Wed, Feb 28th - vs Hope International (Calif.), 2 PM

Men's Golf

  1. Tue, Feb 13th - vs Orange County Collegiate Classic

Baseball

  1. Fri, Feb 16th - vs North Dakota State, 6:00 PM

  2. Sat, Feb 17th - vs North Dakota State, 1:00 PM

  3. Sun, Feb 18th - vs North Dakota State, 1:00 PM

  4. Tue, Feb 20th - vs San Diego, 6:00 PM

Women's Water Polo

  1. Sat, Feb 17th - vs USC, 12 PM

  2. Fri, Feb 23rd - vs TBA

  3. Sat, Feb 24th - vs TBA

  4. Sun, Feb 25th - vs TBAMen's Volleyball.

Irvine Valley Women's Basketball Blaze Past Golden West in 81-68 Win

The Irvine Valley women's basketball team defeated Golden West 81-68 in an away game, maintaining their second place in the Orange Empire Conference with a 17-7 overall record and 8-2 in the conference. Christen Ziska starred with 25 points, leading four players in double figures. The team showcased a strong start and efficient shooting, hitting 51% from the field. Golden West's top scorers were Ty Adams and Princess McCauley with 21 points each. Irvine Valley's next game is at home against Fullerton, featuring a Coaches vs. Cancer event.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Women's Basketball

  1. Tue, Feb 13: Vs. Fullerton at 6:00 PM.

  2. Thu, Feb 15: Vs. Cypress at 7:00 PM.

Men's Basketball

  1. Thu, Feb 15: vs Santiago Canyon at 5:00 PM.

  2. Fri, Feb 23: vs Cypress at 6:00 PM.

Men's Volleyball

  1. Wed, Feb 14: vs Santa Monica 6:00 PM

Men's Tennis

  1. Tue, Feb 13: Vs. Glendale at 2:00 PM

  2. Tue, Feb 20: Vs. Riverside at 2:00 PM

High School Athletics Calendar -

** Updated With February Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

February 2024

Tue, Feb 13:

  1. Softball VR vs. Santa Margarita, 03:30 PM, Softball Field

  2. Tennis, Boys VR vs. Capistrano Valley, 03:15 PM, Heritage Park

Wed, Feb 14:

  1. Softball VR vs. Tesoro, 03:30 PM, Softball Field

Thu, Feb 15:

  1. Beach Volleyball, Girls VR vs. Bell Gardens, 03:00 PM, Deerfield Park Beach Courts

  2. Lacrosse, Boys VR vs. Norco, 07:00 PM, Stadium

Fri, Feb 16:

  1. Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Segerstrom, 05:00 PM, Stadium

Tue, Feb 20:

  1. Tennis, Boys VR vs. Aliso Niguel, 03:15 PM, Heritage Park

  2. Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Dana Hills, 05:00 PM, Stadium

Wed, Feb 21:

  1. Volleyball, Boys VR vs. Santa Margarita, 05:45 PM, Game Gym

Fri, Feb 23:

  1. Swimming & Diving, Boys VR, Irvine City Relays, 03:30 PM, Woolett Pool

  2. Swimming & Diving, Girls VR, Irvine City Relays, 03:30 PM, Woolett Pool

Mon, Feb 26:

  1. Softball VR vs. Laguna Hills, 03:30 PM, Softball Field

Tue, Feb 27:

  1. Beach Volleyball, Girls VR vs. Esperanza, 03:00 PM, Deerfield Park Beach Courts

  2. Lacrosse, Girls VR vs. Lutheran/Orange, 05:00 PM, Stadium

Irvine Man Arrested After Wrong-Way Chase Ends with DUI Charges

On Friday morning, an officer noticed a car driving the wrong way in Irvine and attempted to stop it, but the driver continued. The chase ended in a Foothill Ranch neighborhood where the driver, identified as Christopher Mark Ritchie, 58, from Irvine, was arrested with an open beer and empty cans in the car. He faces charges including DUI, evading an officer, and driving on a suspended license.

#irvine #irvinepolice #police #irvinepd #arrest #DUI

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  • Tanaka Farms

    • When: Daily, 9 AM - 5 PM

    • Where: 5380 3/4 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612

    • More Info: Tanaka Farms

February 1 - 25 Disney's The Lion King

February 16 Schumann Quartet 7:30

February 22 - 24 Beethoven & Shostakovich 8 PM

February 22 - 24 UCI Dance Visions 2024 8 PM

March 7-10 COPPEL-i.A.

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