The Irvine Fine Arts Center announces the opening of three winter exhibitions that highlight the link between nature and culture, and humans’ connectivity with landscape. The exhibitions run concurrently Saturday, Nov. 18-Saturday Jan. 6, and a free reception open to the public is Saturday, Nov. 18, 4-6 p.m. at the Center.

Irvine, Calif. (Nov. 9, 2017) – The Irvine Police Department took one man into custody today after a group of protestors entered Congresswoman Mimi Walters’ Irvine office.

The incident began as a protest outside the congresswoman’s office, 3333 Michelson Drive. Protestors then entered the building and proceeded to areas that are restricted to visitors. The protestors were repeatedly asked to leave. Most did leave the building, however Dae Joong Yoon, 47, of Redondo Beach refused.

The City of Irvine invites parents of elementary-age children to “Helping Your Behaviorally Challenging Child,” a parent-focused workshop from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16, at Quail Hill Community Center.

Based in part on the work of Dr. Stuart Ablon and Dr. Ross Greene's "Treating Explosive Kids: The Collaborative Problem Solving Approach," this presentation will improve adult/child communication and educate parents on how to guide kids to avoid meltdowns and gain lagging skills. Each participant will receive a copy of Greene's book "The Explosive Child."

Visitors to the Orange County Great Park donated food items equal to more than 25,000 meals during the Park’s Spooktacular Fun Days event Oct. 14-15. The donations kicked off the City’s month-long Fall Food Drive: Scare Away Hunger with 30,252 pounds of food to charity over two days. All donations support Orange County Food Bank and Second Harvest Food Bank, and nonperishable food items will be accepted through Sunday, Nov.19.

The City of Irvine is accepting nominations for individuals, groups, organizations and businesses for the City’s Wall of Recognition. The Wall of Recognition, established in 2006 at Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park, recognizes those who have made significant contributions to the community. Nominations will be accepted Nov. 1-Dec. 30.