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Join us at the Great Park Open House
The community is invited to attend an open house Tuesday, May 7, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Great Park to learn about organizations and businesses the City is partnering with as it continues to build the park. Get a firsthand look at the careful planning going into the park’s development – from groundbreaking to completion – as we share transparent insights.
Attendees will have an opportunity to meet the brilliant minds behind the planning and development of this next phase of the Great Park – landscape architects, urban planners, developers, and environmental and sustainability experts, all united by a shared goal. Representatives from museums, performing arts organizations, and more will also be on-site to share what they will bring to the park.
More personal than a board meeting, the Open House is your chance to connect, share your thoughts and ideas, and truly be a part of this exciting journey. There is no registration required for this event.
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Ride Irvine CONNECT to get around Town
Need to get around Irvine? The City of Irvine has you covered with our new free shuttle service, Irvine CONNECT.
Travel between Irvine Station and Irvine Boulevard/Culver Drive by hopping on the Irvine CONNECT shuttle weekdays between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. and weekends between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m.
The shuttle service stops at parks, schools, hospitals, and shopping centers and operates every 20 minutes. Track the shuttles in real-time and view a route map on our website.
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Celebrate Earth Day All Monthlong
Earth Day is April 22, and this year marks the 54th anniversary of this celebration. This year's theme is Planet vs. Plastics, highlighting a commitment to end plastics for the sake of human and planetary health.
You are invited to partake in a variety of community events in honor of Earth Day:
- Open Space Celebration at Quail Hill Trailhead.
- Free Compost Giveaway Event.
- Earth Day Celebration at Quail Hill Community Center.
- Used Oil Filter Exchange.
Visit cityofirvine.org/earthday to learn more about these events and how you can get involved.
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Calling all Artists for the All Media Exhibition
The Irvine Fine Arts Center is now accepting artist applications for the 40th annual juried All Media Exhibition.
This prestigious competition showcases diverse visual art and provides a platform for artists of all stages—emerging, mid-career, and established—to connect with new audiences and fellow creatives.
The exhibition is open to all artists age 18 and older residing in Southern California. All entries must be original and not shown previously at the Irvine Fine Arts Center. Eligible media: painting, photography, printmaking, drawing, mixed media, sculpture, fiber, ceramics, craft, installation, video, and digital art.
Learn more and apply at irvinefinearts.org/allmedia.
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This Week in DE&I
There are many cultural and religious holidays celebrated and recognized throughout our community this month. Learn about some of the significant dates being observed in Irvine below and on our DE&I calendar.
Older Americans Month
May is Older Americans Month and we are celebrating! Join Irvine Senior Services all month long for a variety of free activities and a chance to win prizes. See a complete list of qualifying activities and more about Older Americans Month on our website.
Jamat UI-Vida
Jamat UI-Vida is a special day for the Muslim community in India that is observed on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan. It marks the end of the holy month of fasting and the beginning of the preparations for the Eid-ul-Fitr festival. On this day, Muslims offer special prayers and seek forgiveness for their sins.
Laylat al-Qadr
Laylat al-Qadr, also known as the Night of Power, is one of the most important nights in the Islamic faith. It is believed to be the night when the first verses of the Quran were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad by the Angel Gabriel. Laylat al-Qadr occurs during the last 10 days of the Islamic month of Ramadan, and the exact date is unknown, though it is most commonly observed on the 27th night.
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