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1 month ago | irvinestandard.com | Tomoya Shimura

Irish traditional music band Danú, which has thrilled Celtic music lovers around the globe for three decades, will perform March 20 at Irvine Barclay Theatre. We asked founding member Benny McCarthy about the upcoming concert. What makes performing in the U.S. special for you? There is a huge connection between Ireland and the American people, and we enjoy bringing our culture on tour there. Many people have Irish roots going back generations.

Jan 22, 2025 | irvinestandard.com | Tomoya Shimura

Irvine has made biking safer and more fun with the recent opening of a new Class IV Protected Bikeway – the first of its kind in the city. This special type of bike path keeps cyclists separated from cars with grade separation, flexible posts and other physical barriers, providing a safer space for riders. The 1.25-mile path runs along Cadence between Radial and Chinon. Cyclists of all ages can ride on it, and electric bikes of all classes are welcome, too.

Nov 19, 2024 | irvinestandard.com | Tomoya Shimura

The city of Irvine and the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee are inviting community members to join the annual Holiday Toy Drive, providing support and holiday cheer for families of Irvine’s adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion. Running through Dec. 14, the drive accepts new, unwrapped gifts for infants and children up to age 12. Drop-off boxes will be stationed at Irvine City Hall, the Irvine Police Department and the Great Park Visitors Center during business hours.

Oct 2, 2024 | irvinestandard.com | Tomoya Shimura

Starting Oct. 5, the UCI Jack and Shanaz Langson Institute and Museum of California Art will present an exhibition showcasing the breathtaking beauty of California’s Sierra Nevada and Owens Valley desert landscapes through the vivid works of Charlotte B. Skinner. Running through Jan. 18, “End of the Range: Charlotte Skinner in the Eastern Sierra” features 40 paintings and drawings that capture the region’s charm, offering visitors a glimpse into the artist’s deep connection to the natural world.

Oct 2, 2024 | irvinestandard.com | Tomoya Shimura

Child-sized dream homes – including a surf shack, a Barbie-themed house, a dog house and a modern farmhouse – have transformed the Giant Wheel Lawn at Irvine Spectrum Center into a whimsical neighborhood. The custom-designed playhouses are part of the highly anticipated return of Project Playhouse, a beloved fundraiser that has been on hiatus since 2012. This year’s playhouses will be on display until Oct. 5, when they will be auctioned off at HomeAid’s 35th anniversary party.