Support hunger relief efforts by donating canned goods or nonperishable food items to benefit local food banks. Donations will be accepted at the Visitors Center and Sports Complex 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays and 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.
For more information, call 949-724-6247.
Santa is busy getting ready for the holidays and would love to hear from his friends in Irvine.
Heritage and Turtle Rock Community Parks will be accepting and sorting Santa's mail this holiday season. All letters will receive responses, which can be picked up where the letter was dropped off. Allow one week for resposnes; classrooms, allow two weeks. A drop-off and pick-up box will be located at both parks.
For more information, call Heritage Community Park at 949-724-6750 or Turtle Rock Community Park at 949-724-6734.
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Irvine, Calif. (Sept. 25, 2017) – Irvine is the Safest City of its size for Part 1 violent crime, FBI data for calendar year 2016 shows. The information released today shows that Irvine has the lowest rate of violent crime of any City in the nation with a population of 250,000 or more. This is the 12th consecutive year Irvine has earned the Safest City designation.
The FBI’s Annual Uniform Crime Report measures Part 1 crime, which includes murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny-theft, auto theft and arson.
The community is invited to watch as the iconic Orange County Great Park Balloon is transformed into a jack-o-lantern face on Tuesday, Sept. 26. Balloon pilots are lifted by a large crane to attach black vinyl tarp pieces to the Balloon’s sides, creating a jack-o-lantern face affectionately known as “Jack.”
The City of Irvine Animal Care Center will host its 11th annual Home for the Holidays pet adoption fair 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 10. More than 30 pet rescue groups and animal shelters will bring about 600 homeless dogs, cats, rabbits and small animals for adoption.
The annual event features dozens of pet-related vendors, gourmet food trucks, a silent auction, low-cost microchipping and an opportunity drawing. Each animal available for adoption is spayed or neutered, microchipped and evaluated by a veterinarian. Cats and dogs are vaccinated appropriate to age.
Help support the families of Irvine's adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion by donating slightly worn formal gowns for its annual USMC Birthday Ball event. Marine families are seeking donations of formal gowns and jewelry.
Donations are accepted now through Friday, Oct. 6, and can be dropped off at: Irvine Civic Center, Community Services (2nd Floor).
For more information, call 949-724-6606.
Irvine, Calif. (Sept. 13, 2017) – The Irvine Police Department will welcome visitors during its annual Open House on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza.
This new tradition grants access inside the Irvine Police Department, where attendees can learn what goes into policing a City of 267,000 residents. The day will feature Department tours, vehicle displays, interactive activities, a bike rodeo and more.
Begin your Sunday morning with outdoor yoga and healthy tips for shopping at the Great Park Farmers Market. Afterward, enjoy the vendors, food trucks or other park amenities such as the Heritage and Aviation exhibition and Great Park Balloon (weather permitting).
Online registration encouraged; walk-ups are welcome. Arrive 5 minutes early for check-in. Bring a yoga mat.
Instructor: 7 Elements Yoga
The City of Irvine is accepting applications for four volunteer positions on the Irvine Child Care Committee: two government, civic or community representatives, and two provider representatives.
Celebrate Cultural Diversity at the 16th Annual Irvine Global Village Festival
Enjoy international cuisine, multicultural performances and kids’ activities Sept. 23, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
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