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 children ages 10─14 years old including an underwater eggsploration, obstacle course, and games. An opportunity to take photos with a special guest bunny and hop into the bounce houses will also be available as part of the spring celebration.

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Compost Giveaway Event

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Join OC Waste & Recycling for a free compost giveaway event Saturday, April 1, from 8 a.m. to noon. 

Proof of residency is required. Residents can visit the following locations to receive free compost while supplies last. If visiting the Irvine and San Juan locations, bring a shovel and container to fill. Quantities are limited; the event is subject to weather conditions.

Valencia Greenery at Olinda Alpha Landfill
1942 N. Valencia Ave
Brea, CA 92823

Irvine Police Department Open House

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crimeprevention@cityofirvine.org

The Irvine Police Department will host an Open House Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held in the piazza and parking lot of the Irvine Civic Center located at 1 Civic Center Plaza.

See police and fire vehicles along with skill demonstrations from K-9, drone, and motorcycle officers. There will be opportunities to take photos, play games, get a face painting, and receive special giveaways while supplies last. Food will be available for purchase.

Irvine Police Department to Host Open House

Date: Saturday, April 22, 2023, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

The Irvine Police Department will host an Open House Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held in the piazza and parking lot of the Irvine Civic Center located at 1 Civic Center Plaza. Attendees can see police and fire vehicles along with skill demonstrations from K-9, drone, and motorcycle officers. There will be opportunities to take photos, play games, get a face painting, and receive special giveaways while supplies last. Food will be available for purchase.

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The Irvine Police Department will host an Open House Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held in the piazza and parking lot of the Irvine Civic Center located at 1 Civic Center Plaza. Games, face painting, special giveaways, and more! 
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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.

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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. 
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City Announces Plans to Establish Gateway Preserve

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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 through the establishment of the Gateway Preserve. 
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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.

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The Irvine Animal Care Center invites the community to support its Foster Donation Drive, March 1–31. View the Irvine Animal Care Center’s full wish list at irvineanimals.org.
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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.

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Cathy Scherer
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