Calendar of Events

John Schneidermann is joined by former students Hideki Yamaya and Peter Fisk in a program of 19th century music for guitar, including works by Joseph Haydn, Adam Darr and Fillippo Gragnani, performed on period instruments.

Take part in the ultimate dessert experience created by Pastry Chef Michael Owens. Cocoa Lounge is a unique dessert buffet that will offer an assortment of scrumptious creations served among displays of chocolate statues and chocolate velour.  

The Great Park North Lawn is home to sports and recreation of all types. There is plenty of room to play on 7 acres of lawn, and the Great Park is pleased to offer an ongoing schedule of free clinics that will get kids and adults moving and active. Family Sports Programs Boccee Ball If you and your family enjoy playing field games like horseshoes or croquet then you are sure to love Bocce Ball! Bocce Ball is a fun, recreational game in which players compete to get their team's balls closest t... more

Shop for a variety of fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, breads, flowers and plants, and other items from local artisans. Breakfast and lunch are also available for purchase. On the first Sunday of every month, when the Groves Antique Market is at the Park, the Farmers Market will open early at 8:00 am.   (Rain or Shine)

Every Friday night, the high energy, multi-talented Jimmy Hopper perform his unplugged "Up Close and Personal" show while guests savor a three-course dinner. You won't want to miss a delicious minute!  

Gray Whale season is here and will run through the end of April! Each October, after spending the summer feeding in the food-rich waters of the arctic, and as the northern ice pushes southward, small groups of Gray Whales start their 16,000 - 20,000 mile journey (the longest migration of any mammal). The Grays swim south along the coast to the bays of Baja California, where they give birth to their calves. Along the way BOTH southbound and northbound, they pass right Dana Point, a landmark for t... more

Irvine Spectrum Center has transformed into a winter wonderland with the return of the Holiday Ice Rink. Skate sessions are 75 minutes. Helmets are optional and provided free of charge. Season passes, private lessons and private parties are also available. The Ice Rink is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.  

Back by Popular Demand! You can be sure of an evening of high-style, droll wit, and fabulous music when Max Raabe and his big band return to the Barclay. This urbane group from Berlin is renowned for recreating the musical glory of the Weimar-era, pop songs of the 20s and 30s, and exquisitely crafted modern love songs. Songs you’ve heard many times, and songs you will want to hear again and again. Max’s winsome demeanor and playful banter have charmed audiences from Carnegie Hall to ... more

The nation's first memorial for U.S. military fallen in Afghanistan and Iraq, located in Northwood Community Park, open to the public 24 hours a day, year-round. Official ceremonies are held on Memorial Day, Veterans Day and with the unveiling of new names. The Memorial is open to the public 24 hours a day, year round.

Star light, star bright, come out to see the stars at night! Explore the solar system and be introduced to the world of astronomy. Astronomy4U will offer high powered telescopes to view the moon, stars and planets, along with informational star maps to serve as a guide. Recommended age: 9+. Weather permitting. Stargazing Schedule March 30, 2012, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm April 13, 2012, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm April 27, 2012, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm  

University Art Gallery (UAG) -- Bldg. 712 Room Gallery (R) -- Bldg. 727 Room 1200 Contemporary Arts Center Gallery (CAC) -- Bldg. 721. Artist receptions are held 6:00-9:00 p.m.on the opening night of each exhibition.  The public is welcome to all receptions and exhibitions.  Admission is free. Artists, titles and dates are subject to change.  Check website for updates, gallery hours, holiday closing and directions.  www.ucigallery.com  (949) 824-9854.

Carl St.Clair, conductor Vadim Gluzman, violin Paul Jacobs, organ Daugherty: Work for organ, brass and percussion (World premiere) Barber: Adagio for Strings Daugherty: Radio City for Orchestra (A musical fantasy on Arturo Toscanini and the NBC Symphony Orchestra (1937-54)) (American premiere) Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto Tchaikovsky’s dazzling violin concerto is a test of skill for any violinist, but Vadim Gluzman, who performed Brahms last season in Orange County, is up to the task. In o... more

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Outstanding Music Department students perform classical, jazz, Persian, electronic music and more.