Earth Day Celebration Honors Irvine’s Commitment to Sustainability
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 The City of Irvine invites the community to celebrate Earth Day Saturday, April 18, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at Quail Hill Community Center. Enjoy guided hikes and discover ways to live more sustainably with hands-on activities, informative demonstrations, and presentations offered by partner organizations. Guided Hikes with Read More
“THE PLASTICS” ARRIVE BEGINNING FRIDAY, APRIL 10 AT LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS!
LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT are thrilled to announce full casting for the Southern California regional theatre premiere of the totally “fetch” queen bee of hilarious modern musicals, MEAN GIRLS, book by Tina Fey, music by Jeff Richmond, lyrics by Nell Benjamin, based Read More
Top Things to Do in O.C.: April 8th through 14th
APRIL 9 THROUGH 12AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE’S “SYLVIA”Take a trip to Ancient Greece where gods and fantastical creatures roam and romance flourishes. The huntress Sylvia sparks an unexpected connection with the shepherd Aminta and embarks on a tumultuous love story for the ages. This ballet was first performed in Paris more Read More
Save the date for Mission Viejo Parade July 11
Save the date for the Mission Viejo Parade on July 11 – part of the City’s yearlong celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The Mission Viejo Parade kicks off at 9 am in front of St. Kilian Church at 26872 Estanciero Drive along Marguerite Parkway turning onto La Paz Road Read More
Protect Yourself From Planning and Zoning Phishing Scams
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 The Federal Bureau of Investigation and Irvine Police Department are warning the public about an emerging phishing scheme by criminals impersonating City and county officials to solicit fraudulent payments for City and county planning and zoning permits. The criminals leverage publicly available permit information to identify potential victims Read More
Temporary Campaign & Event Signs
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 As the June 2 Primary Election approaches, temporary campaign signs may be displayed more frequently around Irvine. To help keep our community safe and visually-appealing, please follow the rules for Temporary Non-Commercial Signs (Sign Type #107). When Can Signs Go Up? For the June 2, 2026, Election: Under the updated Read More
Best New Restaurants: Stone Groove Stillhouse and Restaurant
I was skeptical when I heard about Jeff and Christa Duggan’s new venture. The husband-and-wife team first found success with their award-winning micro roastery Portola Coffee. Jeff had been experimenting with the effect of music vibrations on spirits during barrel fermentation, and he found that whiskey aged to rock ’n’ Read More
South Coast Repertory Presents the World Premiere of ‘Fremont Ave.’
South Coast Repertory will present the premiere of “Fremont Ave.,” a powerful new play by Reggie D. White, running April 25 through May 23 on the Segerstrom Stage in Costa Mesa. Directed by Lili-Anne Brown and co-produced with Arena Stage, the play is a centerpiece of the 2026 Pacific Playwrights Read More
Help Break the World Record for Largest Swing Dance Lesson at Balboa Pier
On April 19, Visit Newport Beach invites the local community and visitors alike to Balboa Pier to attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest swing dance lesson. Organized by the official Destination Marketing Organization for Newport Beach, the free public event aims to break the current Read More