Community Link Newsletter: June 27-July 4, 2024

Visit our Field of Valor

Visit the City of Irvine's Field of Valor flag display July 1-14 at the Irvine Civic Center Lawn. Honor veterans, active duty, and fallen service members by visiting the flag display. 

Each flag is sponsored by a community member in honor or in memory of a veteran or active duty service member. Proceeds from the sponsorship benefit the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee. 

Learn more at cityofirvine.org/fieldofvalor. 

Forth of July Safety

Celebrate this Fourth of July safely. Fireworks are illegal in the City of Irvine. They pose a huge risk to life and property. In addition, fireworks are prohibited at all state and county parks and beaches. The use of illegal fireworks may result in a fine of up to $50,000, as well as up to one year in jail. 

Leave it to the professionals this year and enjoy a public fireworks show conducted by trained professionals. It is the safest alternative to lighting your own. Visit ocfa.org/fourthofjuly for a list of public firework displays. 

Great Park Framework In the Works 

The Great Park will be one of the largest municipal parks in the country, filled with amenities that are grounded in history, and driven by community.

The Great Park Framework Plan will guide the next phase of development and bring 300 acres of park attractions, including an amphitheater, a retail center, cultural terrace, lakes, gardens, and much more.

View the progress of construction and offerings at the Great Park in our video.  

Enjoy Movies and Music all Summer Long

Are you ready for summer nights filled with movies and music? Join the City of Irvine for Summer in the City — an exciting series featuring a variety of family-favorite movies and music throughout June, July, and August. 

Join at Great Park Live for an outdoor family movie night on the big screen. Bring low-back chairs, blankets and a picnic, or purchase tasty treats from gourmet food trucks and a snack bar. Movies will be shown June 27, July 18, and August 1.

Enjoy concerts at Mike Ward Community Park — Woodbridge covering a variety of music genres. Concerts begin at 5:30 p.m. Guests can bring picnic-style treats or purchase snacks from gourmet food trucks. Concerts will be held July 27, August 10, and August 17. 

All Summer in the City events are free. Visit cityofirvine.org/summer for full details. 

Receive Free Compost 

Irvine residents can receive up to three pre-packaged bags (20 pounds per bag) of free compost. Visit the Portola Springs Community Center Saturday, June 29, from 9 a.m. to noon. Compost will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Portola Springs Community Center is located at 900 Tomato Springs in Irvine. 

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.

June 27: Helen Keller Day
Helen Adams Keller was an American author, disability rights advocate, political activist, and lecturer. Born in West Tuscumbia, Alabama, she lost her sight and her hearing after a bout of illness at the age of 19 months. Helen Keller day is recognized June 27 to commemorate her birthday and honor her successes overcoming blindness and deafness while paving the way for others to do the same.

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