September 19, 2025 Edition
GREAT PARK CHAIRMAN CARROLL AT FIESTA LATINA
Thank you to everyone who joined us at Fiesta Latina in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! I was honored to welcome our community for this celebration and speak about the generations of Hispanic and Latino Americans whose values and culture have enriched Irvine and our nation. Irvine’s diversity, and growth shines through community gatherings like this and look forward to this great gathering next year. For information on upcoming events, see more.
EMERGENCY PREPARDEDNESS SURVEY
There are simple steps everyone can take to be better prepared for an emergency. The City of Irvine has launched a Community Disaster Resiliency Survey to better understand residents’ readiness for disasters such as earthquakes, wildfires, and power outages. Survey results will help shape City outreach, training, and emergency planning. You are encouraged to take the survey and explore resources on evacuation zones, emergency kits, and fire safety. For further details and to access to the survey link, see more.
GREAT PARK CHAIRMAN CARROLL INVITES YOU TO MID-AUTUM FESTIVAL
Celebrate one of Asia’s most cherished traditions at the fifth annual Mid-Autumn Festival, in partnership with the South Coast Chinese Cultural Center. Join us at the Great Park on Friday, September 26, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. for an evening filled with community and culture. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy live entertainment, artistic demonstrations, specialty food trucks, and hands-on crafts. The free festival will also feature cultural displays and resources from local organizations. For event details, see more.
ANIMAL SHELTER ADPOTION EVENT
The Irvine Animal Care Center is participating in the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) Rescue Effect campaign, for a weekend of waived adoption fees. On Saturday, October 4, and Sunday, October 5, meet cats, dogs, and small animals in search of their forever homes. Thanks to a generous grant from the ASPCA, adoption fees will be waived, making it easy to welcome a new pet into your family, while supporting the mission of the Irvine Animal Care Center. For further details, see more.
NONPROFIT WEEK'S HEALTHY LIVING EXPO
As part of Nonprofit Week in Irvine, we invite you to join us at the Irvine Civic Center from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 4 for the Healthy Living Expo! This is a free, outdoor event dedicated to wellness and community. Explore a wide range of exhibitors offering valuable health resources for individuals and families of all ages. The day will include fitness demonstrations, health screenings, and educational presentations on topics such as fraud prevention and internet safety. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and invest in your health. For event details, see more.
Thank you for reading this edition of my Community Update. I hope you enjoyed it.
Mike Carroll