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World-Renowned Flutist Jasmine Choi to Perform at Irvine Barclay Theatre on April 29

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Joshua Tjia
17 Apr

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🪈🎶 World-Renowned Flutist Jasmine Choi to Perform at Irvine Barclay Theatre on April 29

🗓️🛝 Northwood Park Playground Planning Meeting Scheduled for May 19

⚾️ Catch College Baseball Action in Irvine: USC Battles Gonzaga at Great Park This Weekend

🏄‍♂️🌊 San Clemente’s Trestles Beach Selected as Surfing Venue for LA28 Olympic Games

⚽️ Join the Fun: Youth Soccer Skills Program Kicks Off April 28 at Blue Lake Park

🥗🌯 Prep, Pack, and Eat Well: 3 Make-Ahead Meals to Power Your Week

🌅🥾 Hike Into Golden Hour: Explore Ridge-Top Views on Orchard Hills Twilight Trek

🌼🎨🌼 Pressed Flower Lantern Workshop for Adults – April 18 at University Park Library

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐾💉 Irvine Animal Care Center and HEART Offer Affordable Vaccines for Cats and Dogs on April 22

🏌🏼‍♂️ Harashima Leads UC Irvine Men’s Golf at Western Intercollegiate with 11th-Place Finish

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🎾 IVC Men’s Tennis Upsets No. 1 Ventura to Reach Regional Final

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

📄✍🏻Crean Lutheran Athletes Commit to Colleges on Signing Day

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

📦🚔 Irvine Police Seek Suspect in Citysquare Street Package Theft

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

Why can't eggs keep secrets?

They crack under pressure.

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

World-Renowned Flutist Jasmine Choi to Perform at Irvine Barclay Theatre on April 29

Flute virtuoso Jasmine Choi will perform live at the Irvine Barclay Theatre on Tuesday, April 29, at 7 PM for a one-night-only concert.

  • Accompanied by pianist Hugh Sung, bassist Dario Bizio, and drummer Maverick Macmillan, Choi will present a diverse program featuring classical and jazz pieces, including works by Ennio Morricone, Justin Hurwitz, and Claude Bolling.

  • Known globally for her expressive style and genre-crossing performances, Choi brings her signature brilliance to this special evening.

Northwood Park Playground Planning Meeting Scheduled for May 19

The City of Irvine is holding a community meeting on Monday, May 19, from 6–7 p.m. at Northwood Community Center to gather public input on planned improvements for Northwood Community Park’s playground.

  • The project aims to upgrade aging equipment, improve accessibility, and maintain the park’s signature castle-themed design.

  • Attendees can share ideas, review early design concepts, and provide feedback.

  • Those unable to attend can email input to Project Manager Raquel Garcia at [email protected] by April 25.

Catch College Baseball Action in Irvine: USC Battles Gonzaga at Great Park This Weekend

USC takes on Gonzaga in a three-game college baseball series at the Great Park Sports Complex in Irvine from Thursday, April 17 to Saturday, April 19.

  • Game times are 6:30 PM on Thursday and Friday, and 1:00 PM on Saturday.

  • The first 300 fans get a free USC tumbler, and Friday features a $40 Family Fridays Meal Deal.

  • A perfect outing for friends and family to enjoy food and baseball in Orange County!

San Clemente’s Trestles Beach Selected as Surfing Venue for LA28 Olympic Games

Trestles Beach in San Clemente, California, has been officially announced as the venue for surfing competitions at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Known for its pristine waves and rich surf culture, Trestles is a legendary surf spot celebrated in both history and music. Once a hidden gem due to its proximity to military land, Trestles is now a world-class surf destination. The site’s natural beauty and consistent waves promise an exciting Olympic competition and a spotlight on California’s coastal treasures.

Join the Fun: Youth Soccer Skills Program Kicks Off April 28 at Blue Lake Park

Join Skyhawks Soccer, a youth program for ages 6–8 running Mondays from April 28 to May 19 at Blue Lake Park.

  • It focuses on developing essential soccer skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, and ball control, while also teaching teamwork and sportsmanship.

  • Classes run from 6:10 p.m. to 6:50 p.m., and the cost is $75.

  • Participants should bring a water bottle, towel, sunscreen, and closed-toe shoes.

  • To register, visit the Community Center at 31 Creek Road or call (949) 786-1800.

Prep, Pack, and Eat Well: 3 Make-Ahead Meals to Power Your Week

Looking for simple, nutritious meals to prep ahead and ease your weekday stress? UCI Health dietitian Katie Rankell and Chef Jessica Van Roo have teamed up to create three easy, affordable, and flavorful recipes that support heart and kidney health, boost fiber intake, and pack in key vitamins and minerals. Whether you're managing a packed schedule or just want to eat better without the hassle, these make-ahead options are designed to keep you energized and satisfied.

  • Scrambled Egg or Tofu Breakfast Burrito
    A protein-packed breakfast using eggs or tofu, plus spinach, mushrooms, and spices wrapped in whole wheat tortillas. Can be refrigerated for 3 days or frozen for up to a month.

  • Taco Salad in a Jar
    Colorful, nutrient-dense layers of lean ground turkey or beef, beans, corn, veggies, avocado, and greens. Great for grab-and-go lunches, but best enjoyed within 2 days.

  • Sweet Potato-Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
    Comfort food made healthy with vitamin-rich sweet potatoes and fiber-loaded lentils. Ideal for batch cooking, baked in ramekins or a dish.

Find the recipes here

Hike Into Golden Hour: Explore Ridge-Top Views on Orchard Hills Twilight Trek

Join a scenic 3-mile twilight hike around the Orchard Hills loop trail on Friday, April 18, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy panoramic views of Irvine and the Pacific coastline on a moderate-level (difficulty 3) hike with 800 feet elevation change, including steep climbs and uneven terrain.

Pressed Flower Lantern Workshop for Adults – April 18 at University Park Library

Join a creative workshop for adults on Friday, April 18, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Irvine University Park Library to make a pressed flower lantern. All materials are provided, and early arrival is encouraged.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. May 10th, 4-7:00 PM: Instrumental Music Awards and Reception, NHS Theater

  2. May 16th, 5:30 PM: Jazz at the Oak, NHS Oak

  3. May 21st - 22nd, 7:00 PM: POPS Concerts, NHS Theater

  4. May 30th, 7:00 PM: POPS Gala, NHS Theater

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

Irvine Animal Care Center and HEART Offer Affordable Vaccines for Cats and Dogs on April 22

The Irvine Animal Care Center is hosting a low-cost cat and dog vaccine clinic in partnership with HEART on Monday, April 22, at 6443 Oak Canyon, Irvine.

  • Services will be provided via HEART’s mobile clinic in the center’s parking lot, and reservations are required.

  • For available vaccines, pricing, and to schedule an appointment, visit heart4pets.org.

Harashima Leads UC Irvine Men’s Golf at Western Intercollegiate with 11th-Place Finish

UC Irvine’s Rei Harashima led the men's golf team with an 11th-place finish at the 78th Western Intercollegiate in Santa Cruz, posting a 1-under 209 across three rounds. The Anteaters placed 12th overall out of a strong field, while No. 18 San Diego State won the team title. Jack Yu shot UCI’s best final round (69) and tied for 22nd, while Tommy Lin tied for 47th. The team now prepares for the Big West Championships at La Quinta, set for April 27–29.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Baseball

  • Thu, Apr 17 – vs Hawai'i, 6:00 PM

Men's Volleyball

  • Thu, Apr 17 – vs CSUN, 6:00 PM

Women's Water Polo

  • Thu, Apr 17 – vs Long Beach State, 7:00 PM

Women's Tennis

  • Fri, Apr 18 – vs Long Beach State, 2:00 PM

  • Sat, Apr 19 – vs Hawai'i, 2:00 PM

Men's Tennis

  • Sat, Apr 19 – vs UC Davis, 10:00 AM

IVC Men’s Tennis Upsets No. 1 Ventura to Reach Regional Final

Irvine Valley College men's tennis pulled off a major upset in the SoCal playoffs, defeating No. 1 Ventura 5-3 on the road despite being seeded No. 4. The Lasers, now healthy, started strong by taking two of three doubles matches and clinched the win with key singles victories from Nick Grove, Nevin McCann, and Lucas Diaz. With the win, IVC (11-2) advances to the regional final against rival Riverside on Saturday at 2 p.m., aiming for a state tournament berth. Riverside beat No. 2 Glendale and previously edged IVC in two close matches earlier this season.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

Baseball

  • Thu, Apr 17 – vs Riverside, 2:00 PM

Women's Flag Football

  • Fri, Apr 18 Saddleback 2:00 PM

Women's Beach Volleyball

  • Wed, Apr 23 OEC Pairs Play-Ins (Round of 32's and 16's)

  • Fri, Apr 25 Orange Empire Conference Pairs (Quarterfinals through Consolations and Finals)

Crean Lutheran Athletes Commit to Colleges on Signing Day

Crean Lutheran High School held a signing day ceremony on campus to celebrate student-athletes committing to play college sports.

Seven athletes officially signed letters of intent:

  • Amara Viola (volleyball, Calvin University)

  • Halle Harder (soccer, UC Merced)

  • Sydnee Norwood (basketball, Dominican University)

  • Jordyn Norwood (track and field, Concordia University Irvine)

  • Logan Erickson (volleyball, Belmont Abbey College)

  • Ben Keller (baseball, Westmont College)

  • Beck Gash (soccer, Vanguard University)

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With April Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

April 2025

Thursday, April 17

  • Tennis (Boys, VR) – 3:15 PM vs. Laguna Beach at Irvine High School Heritage Park Friday, April 18

Friday, April 18

  • Baseball (VR) – 3:30 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Baseball Field

  • Boys' Volleyball (VR) – 5:15 PM vs. Laguna Beach at Irvine High School Game Gym

Tuesday, April 22

  • Boys' Golf (VR) – 3:30 PM vs. Portola at TBD

Irvine Police Seek Suspect in Citysquare Street Package Theft

Irvine Police are seeking help identifying a woman suspected of stealing a package from a doorstep on Citysquare Street last month. If you recognize her, contact Officer Baskin at [email protected].

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