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Happy weekend, Irvine! 

In today’s happening-today edition: KASSO’s gravity-defying skate show, a 20-acre antique market, and gold and silver’s big comeback + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.

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📰 In the news

Costs and delays drive change: Orange County Music & Dance will no longer build at Great Park in Irvine. The board voted to relocate its headquarters, pursuing a debt-free facility and expanded programs in fall 2026 — learn why plans shifted.

Game show spectacle comes stateside: Long Beach’s old City Hall pit is slated to host KASSO, Japanese skateboarding show, March 21 and 22, pending a permit, turning the lot into a stage for gravity-defying stunts — see the timeline and plans.

Vintage thrills, new surprises: Near Irvine, the Long Beach Antique Market features 800+ vendors across 20 acres and will return on the third Sunday this month with finds in furniture, jewelry, clothing, and more — get all the details.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.

Highlights this week:

• Get affordable pet vaccines in Santa Ana
• Run to enrich PYLUSD student programs
• Enjoy Leprechaun with Mark Holton Q&A
• Over 62? See how to turn home equity into tax-free cash

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Whale-sized wow factor: Next time you’re downtown, swing by the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, then loop past the Arena for a mood-boosting mural moment…giant sea life wrapping a building. It’s a quick, free detour that turns a regular stroll into a genuine “okay, that’s cool” pause.

Cast on something fun: If your project bag needs a pick-me-up, Alamitos Bay Yarn Company offers walls of color, expert help when you’re stuck, and a calendar full of classes and socials that keep you inspired. Perfect for finally finishing that sweater… or starting three new ones (we won’t tell).

BBQ meets fresh pours: When you want a low-key spot with great beer and real barbecue, Left Coast Brewing pours rotating taps alongside trusty classics, keeping the vibe easy. Perfect for a midweek catchup or a lazy Sunday that turns into your new ritual.

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📆 Around town today & tomorrow

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🛍 Women’s Warehouse Sale @ Jacks Surfboards Outlet (Huntington Beach) | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Spring cleaning starts with the closet, so hit the women’s warehouse sale for up to 70% off, $5 finds, and aisles of apparel, swim, shoes, and accessories. Arrive early, shop like you mean it, and on Sunday a $50 haul gets you a bouquet.

🔧 Fix a Leak Workshop @ IRWD Headquarters | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Nothing beats slaying a sneaky water bill with neighbors who know where the shutoff is. IRWD’s free Fix a Leak Workshop packs leak-finding know-how, expert Q&A, and dye tablets, plus gift card drawings and a sweepstakes boost. IRWD customers only, 16+, registration required.

🚗 Vikings Cruise Car Show @ Marina High School – Home of the Vikings (Huntington Beach) | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Roll into Marina High for a hometown car show with sea breeze, chrome, and DJ Curt keeping the vibe smooth. Support the Class of 2026 while you kick tires, trade stories, and eye those shiny trophies. Registration opens soon, so limber up your polishing arm.

🍽 Orange County Restaurant Week 2026 @ Chapter One: the modern local (Santa Ana) | Sunday (3/8) at 10:00 AM – Restaurant Week is taking over OC with prix fixe menus at the good spots, including Chapter One, the Modern Local. Think chefy comfort, solid pours, and no guesswork on the bill. Pick a neighborhood, book a table, and call it quality time with zero kitchen cleanup.

🎩 Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Playday @ Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center (Huntington Beach) | Sunday (3/8) at 10:00 AM – Mad Hatter play day at Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center, open to the public, new date March 8. Dress up, BYO horse for $10 a class, or skip the saddle and enjoy the food truck, face painting, and top-tier people-watching.

♀ International Women’s Day Celebration @ Taiwanese American Professionals | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Whether you run the boardroom or the carpool, TAP-OC’s International Women’s Day hangout offers charcuterie, cookie baking, and crafts, a women-only break from your inbox. Wear whatever makes you feel unstoppable, then toast friendship, resilience, and the magic that happens when women gather.

☘ The Sleeveens @ Biergarten at Old World (Huntington Beach) | Sunday (3/8) at 4:30 PM – If you like your weekends with fiddles, foot-stomps, and a proper pint, head to Old World’s Biergarten for Irish Fest with The Sleeveens. It’s lively, local, and no green beer required, so snag tickets in advance, then practice your sláinte.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/7 Chicago Tribute Experience @ Campus JAX (Newport Beach) – 8:00 PM
• 3/7 The Sponges @ TRUE HQ (Santa Ana) – 8:00 PM
• 3/7 Which One’s Pink and more @ Grove of Anaheim – 8:00 PM
• 3/7 The Mikado @ Irvine, CA | Irvine Barclay Theatre – 8:00 PM
• 3/7 Karaoke Nights @ Don Jose Mexican Restaurant (Huntington Beach) – 9:00 PM
• 3/7 Becky Robinson @ Irvine Improv – 9:00 PM
• 3/8 Post Shore-Core @ Tiki Bar (Costa Mesa) – 7:00 PM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 Irvine report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 81°F – Low: 55°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 81. Northeast wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 55. Northeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 89°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 89. North wind 0 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 54.

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