Three Artists, Three Perspectives –– New Solo Exhibitions Open at the Great Park Gallery January 25
Friday, January 9, 2026 Arts in Irvine is pleased to present three solo exhibitions opening January 25 at the Great Park Gallery, featuring work by Daniela García Hamilton, Kristina Rose Baker, and Vonn Sumner. These exhibitions highlight distinct narratives and approaches to painting that traverse familial traditions, art history, and Read More
City of Hope Opens Orange County Cancer Hospital in Irvine
An ambitious project years in the making, City of Hope’s new Orange County hospital now joins its Lennar Foundation Cancer Center on its 72-acre Irvine campus. The seamless connection (both metaphorical and physical) between the two buildings aims to save lives and deliver breakthrough care for patients. “It’s been a Read More
Cathy Thomas Cooks Up Tom Kha Gai with Chef Minh Phan
Recently I welcomed Minh Phan into my home kitchen. Phan is the chef at the Thai restaurants in Costa Mesa, Hanuman Thai Eatery on Bristol Street and Hanuman Eatery on Newport Boulevard. He prepared his irresistible coconut milk-based chicken soup, Tom Kha Gai, a rich, savory mix of sour, sweet, Read More
Publisher Chris Gialanella Interviews “The Zest” Host Chelsea Raineri on Her Creative Journey and What’s Next for 2026
This week, we’re doing things a bit differently! Orange Coast magazine’s publisher Chris Gialanella will be taking the reins and interviewing host Chelsea Raineri! If you’re new to the podcast, Chelsea is the style and home editor at Orange Coast magazine as well as the producer, editor, and host of Read More
Elks Lodge #2444 Celebrates 20 Years of Giving Dictionaries to Local Students
The Mission Viejo–Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge #2444 proudly announces the completion of its annual Dictionary Project, marking 20 consecutive years of providing dictionaries to local third-grade students. Since the program began, the Lodge has distributed more than 90,000 dictionaries to students in the Saddleback and Capistrano Unified School Districts. This Read More
Wind Advisory
Wednesday, January 7, 2026 The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Irvine and Orange County areas Thursday, January 8, at 9 p.m. through Friday, January 9, at 1 p.m. We are expecting winds to be 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph. The strongest Read More
Be Water Smart – Drop In
Learn about ways to save water and rebates to help you save money. Get informed about the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s efforts to protect water in the region.
Top Things to Do in O.C.: January 7th through 13th
JAN. 13 THROUGH 25“The Wiz”The Tony Award–winning musical returns with a new Broadway tour. Experience the classic story of The Wizard of Oz with a unique twist, featuring a score filled with rock, soul, gospel, and funk, along with beautifully choreographed dance numbers that blend ballet, jazz, and modern pop. Dorothy and Read More
Main Course: QUA Contemporary Chinese Cuisine
There’s a vibe you get the moment you step through the door at QUA Contemporary Chinese Cuisine. At 9,000 square feet and with high, 15-foot ceilings, the space is large and well-appointed, with decor that’s modern and chic but relaxed. A large, 32-seat bar gleams near the center of the Read More