Irvine Ranch Cowboys

Vintage Orange     Wednesday, June 1, 2016


Believe it or not, there was once a time when there were more cows than people in Irvine.

The Irvine Ranch was home to a large-scale cattle operation and the hills of today's city were once the grazing land for thousands of cattle.

Irvine family member William White III, tells of his experiences working with the cowboys of the Irvine Ranch.

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OC City Spotlight: Garden Grove

Vintage Orange    Wednesday, May 25,  2016

Garden Grove has been on the Orange County landscape since Alonzo Cook created the townsite in 1874. It has transformed from a sleepy farm town to a diverse, muti-cultural home to more than nearly 200,000 residents.

Long-time community member and volunteer Josh McIntosh shares the history of his hometown, connecting the dots from the past to the present day.

He also talks about the upcoming Strawberry Festival, the annual Memorial Day weekend celebration that has been going strong for 58 years.

On Saturday, June 18, 2016, Garden Grove marks a significant milestone - the 60th anniversary of its incorporation! Gather friends and family, grab a picnic blanket and chair, and head to Village Green Park, located in downtown Garden Grove, for a free, community-wide celebration.
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Garden Grove Historical Society

58th Annual Strawberry Festival

Things to do in Garden Grove Facebook Page



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40 years at The Irvine Historical Society

Vintage Orange    Wednesday, May 18 2016

40 years ago, the Irvine Historical Society was formed. This organization has been preserving local history ever since and continues to educate and share the stories of the city's heritage. IHS members Gail Daniels and Mary Susa discuss the society's past as well as ways for the community to get involved and be part of its future.

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For more information about the Irvine Historical Society, you can visit their website at www.irvinehistory.orghttp://www.irvineranchhistory.com

Coup de Comedy Festival May 11-14

Vintage Orange           Wednesday, May 4th 2016

This week, Sarah Thompson of the Improv Revolution comedy troupe will be talking about the upcoming Coup de Comedy Festival, May 11-14, on the UCI campus. This four day comedy celebration features workshops, performances, even laugh yoga! Plus, it's absolutely, 100% free!

Visit their website at www.improvrevolution.org to get the schedule. 

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