Irvine Mayor Farrah N. Khan Delivers State of the City Address
On March 7, Mayor Farrah N. Khan delivered her State of the City Address at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. Topics included a review of 2022 accomplishments, as well as the vision for 2023 and beyond as one of the top ten fastest growing cities in the nation. In her address, Mayor Khan reiterated her…
Celebrate Spring during Egg-a-POOL-Looza April 8 at Woollett Aquatics Center
Celebrate spring with the City of Irvine during the Egg-a-Pool-Looza event Saturday, April 8, 2─5 p.m., at William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center. Children can enjoy family splash time, egg hunt stations, face painting, as well as spring crafts and games. New this year, special activities for…
2023 State of the City Address
On March 7, Mayor Farrah N. Khan delivered her State of the City Address at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. Topics included a review of 2022 accomplishments, as well as the vision for 2023 and beyond as one of the top ten fastest growing cities in the nation.     In her address, Mayor…
Spring Exhibitions at Irvine Fine Arts Center Begin March 11
The Irvine Fine Arts Center is pleased to announce its first exhibitions of the New Year: Aries Rising and North Node. The exhibitions run concurrently Saturday, March 11–Saturday, May 20. A free opening reception with the artists is Saturday, March 11, 2–4 p.m., and is open to the public. Rooted…
Monthlong Foster Donation Drive Supports Young Pets at Irvine Animal Care Center
The Irvine Animal Care Center invites the community to support its Foster Donation Drive, March 1–31. Support the center’s new puppies and kittens, post-surgery animals, and animals healing from an injury by donating supplies such as formula, mother and baby cat food, and toys. Donate to the Foster…
City Announces Plans to Establish Gateway Preserve
The City of Irvine has announced plans to acquire and close the All American Asphalt plant, while also adding hundreds of acres of open space and a new residential housing village in North Irvine. The overall plan, which establishes the Gateway Preserve, contemplates the acquisition and shutdown…
Irvine Police Arrest Suspect for Hidden Recording Device in a High School Restroom
Irvine, Calif. (February 27, 2023) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) arrested 37-year-old Santa Ana resident, Siu Kong Sit, after a school employee located hidden recording devices in a restroom at a local high school. This afternoon, IPD officers responded to Beckman High School (Tustin Unified…
Provide Your Input on the South Yale Corridor Improvements Project
The community is invited to take our online survey (Open in new window) to provide input on various bicycle and pedestrian-friendly alternatives to be considered for future development along South Yale between the 405 Freeway and University Drive.  A citywide virtual meeting was held…
Orange County United Way and City of Irvine Partner with Procurri and Ingram Micro to Host an E-Waste Recycling Drop-Off Event on March 11
Orange County United Way and the City of Irvine have partnered with Procurri and Ingram Micro to host an e-waste drop off recycling event on March 11, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Irvine Valley College located at 5500 Irvine Center Drive. Proceeds from the recycled items will support Orange…
Brian King and Pete Carmichael Named Assistant City Managers for the City of Irvine
Irvine City Manager Oliver C. Chi has appointed two highly experienced employees to serve as Assistant City Managers. Former Deputy Director of Human Resources Brian King and former Great Park Executive Director Pete Carmichael join Chi and Assistant City Manager Michelle Grettenberg in helping to…
Irvine Children, Youth and Families Advisory Committee Seeks Applicants
The City of Irvine is accepting applications to fill two community member-at-large vacancies on the Irvine Children, Youth and Families Advisory Committee (ICYFAC). Comprised of 15 members, the ICYFAC is an advisory body to the Community Services Commission and provides ongoing review and…
City of Irvine Launches Grant Program for Emerging Nonprofits
The City of Irvine is launching a grant program for local emerging nonprofits that provide services and programs to the Irvine community. Potential grantees may be awarded $30,000 to $60,000. Applications for the Irvine Recovery Plan – Emerging Nonprofits Grant Program (IRP Grant Program) will be…
Spring 2023 Issue of Inside Irvine Now Available
The winter issue of Inside Irvine is available now at insideirvine.org. Learn about the steps being taken to mitigate climate change; see how the Venta Spur Bridge is connecting Woodbury to the Great Park Neighborhoods; and discover why the City has been recognized as a great…
City of Irvine Day at Bren Events Center set for February 18
The University of California, Irvine is collaborating with the City of Irvine to host City of Irvine Day at the Bren Events Center on February 18. Residents are invited to watch the UCI men’s basketball team take on UC Davis on a day celebrating the relationship between the city and the university…
The Great Picture: Making the World’s Largest Photograph Exhibition Opens February 19
The City of Irvine is pleased to present the upcoming exhibit, The Great Picture: Making the World’s Largest Photograph, at the Great Park Artist Studios –– opening Sunday, February 19 and concluding Saturday, May 7. A group of six photographers – known as The Legacy Project – created The Great…
Life on the Base: MCAS El Toro Art Exhibition Opens February 19 at Great Park Gallery
The City of Irvine is pleased to present Life on the Base: MCAS El Toro, a historical photography exhibition at the Great Park Gallery. An opening reception will be held Sunday, February 19, 1–3 p.m. A three-part live swing and jazz music series, Swingin’ in the Palm Court, will take place in…
Support Marines this February with Bedding and Towel Drive
Help support the single Marines, single parents, and geographic bachelors of Irvine’s adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion by donating bedding and towels for their barracks. The 2/11 Marine Battalion is seeking new, unused towels, washcloths, standard pillows, and standard pillowcases. Donations can be…
Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) Events
Fix Your Sprinklers Workshop Learn how to save money and water by repairing and maintaining your irrigation system. Find out the easiest way to update sprinklers to drip irrigation. When: Wednesday, July 12, 6 p.m. Where: IRWD Headquarters, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine Sign up here (Open in new…
Green Ribbon Environmental Committee Seeks to Fill Member-at-Large Positions
The City of Irvine is accepting applications to fill two member-at-large and two student vacancies on the Green Ribbon Environmental Committee. The committee advises the City Council and makes recommendations on matters related to energy, recycling and waste management, mobility, open space, and…
Green Ribbon Environmental Committee Seeks to Fill Member-at-Large Positions
The City of Irvine is accepting applications to fill two member-at-large and two student vacancies on the Green Ribbon Environmental Committee. The committee advises the City Council and makes recommendations on matters related to energy, recycling and waste management, mobility, open space, and…