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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
Shana Starr and Katie Gajda of Ivory & Olive Decor designed this game room with the idea of an upscale speakeasy in mind—they even created a hidden door that’s disguised as a bookshelf. The Spanish-style home influenced the pair to study classic libraries and East Coast ballrooms to find inspiration. Read More
The Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce hosts a Good Morning CdM meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8 with special guest Seimone Jurjis, the newly appointed Newport Beach City Manager. Stay Informed on the latest developments in the City of Newport Beach including current city projects and a vision for the Read More
