Asparagus is the official vegetable of the City of Irvine! You can find hints of it throughout the City, from obvious tributes (oversized playground displays at the newly renovated Plaza Park) to subtle homages (our City logo — that's not the tree you might have thought it was!).
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The City of Irvine will host a Drive-Thru Food Collection event on April 18, 10 a.m.-noon, at Irvine Civic Center. Community members are invited to donate non-perishable food items during this event, which is being hosted in observance of Ramadan. All donations support Families Forward, a nonprofit helping families in need in Orange County.
This is a drop-and-go event; all food items need to be in the trunk of your car and visitors are asked to remain in their vehicles the entire time. Donations most needed include:
The Green Ribbon Environmental Committee seeks to increase public participation in energy conservation and sustainable practices, helping the City serve the community through advancing environmental policy initiatives and programs.
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While you are staying at home, the City of Irvine is bringing composting tips to you. Learn how to recycle your food and yard waste into garden gold to both nourish your garden and help the environment. The presenter will provide you with tips and resources, plus you will have the chance to ask questions regarding composting.
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OC Goes Solar is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Irvine. Their work empowers neighbors to go solar together, by simplifying the process of going solar and securing neighborhood discounts from vetted local contractors. Join for the educational workshop, in collaboration with the City of Irvine, in honor of Earth Day. Bring your questions and learn everything you need to know before going solar!
On April 20th, in honor of Earth Week, The City of Irvine will host a “Drive Electric Earth Day” webinar providing an overview of electric vehicles (EV) including the benefits of ownership, charging options, and available incentives. The webinar will be held from noon to 1 p.m.
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