Turtle Rock Nature Center Plant Workshop
Turtle Rock Nature Center is hosting an educational workshop about the importance of native plants on January 25th, from 10am – 11am.. The workshop will be interactive and consist of activities like a guided nature walk, guessing games, and trivia questions. Students in grades 6-8 are welcome to join. Please scan the QR code to register.

City of Irvine Middle School Galentine’s Day Event
The City of Irvine’s Middle School Youth Outreach is hosting their 7th Annual Galentine’s Day: Girl Empowerment Workshop and your daughter is invited to join a fun and fulfilling evening! The theme this year “Love me to pieces” will focus on all the things that make us who we are.
The Galentine’s Day event will host 120 girls and provide them with various workshops to give them the tools they need to be their best selves. Girls will rotate through the workshops focusing on ‘me (self-identity), you (empathy) and us (community & friendships) topics. Friends from Girls Inc. will also be there to support the event!
Date: Friday, February 7, 2025
Time: 5pm-10pm
Location: Heritage Park Community Center (14301 Yale Ave. Irvine 92604)
Cost: $35
This event is for girls 6th-8th grade.
All girls that attend will receive an event shirt and a goody bag filled with lots of fun stuff and some supplies from our workshops.
Registration is required and space is limited. You can register online at www.yourirvine.org and use the course #119460 or click here to register.

JCCOC Youth After School Pickleball Program
Calling all 1st to 5th graders! The JCC is offering an exciting after school Pickleball program that is the perfect opportunity for kids to learn, play, and develop their skills in a fun and supportive environment.
What to expect:
- Expert Instruction
- Skill-Building Drills
- Friendly Matches
- Team Challenges
When: Starts on February 3rd
1st – 3rd Grade:
- Mondays: 3:45pm – 4:45pm
- Wednesdays: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
4th – 5th Grade:
- Tuesdays: 3:45pm – 4:45pm
- Wednesdays: 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Where: JCC OC Outdoor Pickleball Courts
Limited to 6 participants per class, and paddles and balls will be provided. $120/month for one class per week, or $200/month for two classes per week. Email noahs@jccoc.org for more information and to sign up.

