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.”

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. 

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.
 

Irvine, Calif. (Sept. 7, 2017) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) has arrested a suspect in a string of recent bank robberies in Irvine and other cities. Ryan Alan Niedringhaus, 38, of Huntington Beach was taken into custody Wednesday evening.

The City of Irvine is accepting applications for two member-at-large positions on the Irvine Senior Citizens Council. The Senior Citizens Council acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council on matters related to older adults, including the planning of facilities, transportation, services and programs, as well as the City’s Senior Strategic Plan. The Senior Citizens Council consists of seven members: five appointed by the City Council, and two member-at-large positions selected through a public recruitment process.