Irvine Child Care Project Seeks Licensed Nonprofit Child Care Provider

Provider to support child care program at Loma Ridge Elementary School.

The Irvine Child Care Project, a joint power authority between the City of Irvine and the Irvine Unified School District, is requesting proposals from licensed nonprofit child care providers interested in operating a child care program at Loma Ridge Elementary School beginning August 22, 2019.

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Irvine Police Department Arrests Suspect Tied To String of Residential Burglaries

A foot pursuit Wednesday ended in the arrest of a suspect tied to at least nine residential burglaries in Irvine. Ismail Luqman Wasi, 20, of Irvine is suspected of breaking into homes in University Park and other areas, sometimes while residents were at home. The Irvine Police Department has recovered much of the tens of thousands of dollars of property Wasi stole since his spree began in December.

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Spring Exhibitions at Irvine Fine Arts Center Begin February 9

The Irvine Fine Arts Center announces the opening of two spring exhibitions, one exploring the human condition through animal tableaus, and the other revealing complexities found in nature. The exhibitions run concurrently Saturday, February 9–Saturday, March 30. A free reception open to the public is Saturday, February 9, 4–6 p.m.

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Joseph Paul Gerges: Artist Talk & Book Signing

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Join exhibiting artist Joseph Paul Gerges for an Artist Talk and Book Signing on Saturday, March 9, 3–5 p.m., at the Irvine Fine Arts Center. Joseph Paul Gerges' prints explore mortality, vulnerability, loss, and survival. The exhibit, Joseph Paul Gerges: QUIETUS, runs through Saturday, March 30 in the Main Gallery. Admission and parking are free.

For more information, visit the Irvine Fine Arts Center's Exhibitions webpage or call 949-724-6880.

The Art of Competition: Exhibition Opening

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Location: Great Park Gallery

Join the Great Park for the opening of our latest exhibition, The Art of Competition, on Sunday, March 3, 1–3 p.m. The Art of Competition is an exhibition that illustrates different facets of professional sports, from the venues and stadiums to the individual teams and players themselves.

Family Game Day

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949-724-6599
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Free/All ages welcome
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Location: Balloon Lawn next to the Visitors Center

Weekends are for family and fun. Bring a picnic and enjoy a day at the park. Great Park staff provides lawn games, board games, and other activities to kick-start your weekend. Activities will be held next to the Visitors Center.

Program is weather permitting.

Memorial Day Ceremony 2019

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The City of Irvine will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony in the Formal Garden. Attendees can memorialize our troops' sacrifice by writing down a brief remembrance to be posted on a memory board at the event. Cards will be available for well-wishers to send a message of appreciation and support to members of Irvine's adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion. For more information, call 949-724-6606.