2026 Community Events
Stay connected with Councilmember Melinda Liu at upcoming community events, town halls, and public meetings. Whether it's a neighborhood coffee chat, a Citywide celebration, or a policy roundtable, these events are great opportunities to engage directly, ask questions, and share your ideas for Irvine’s future.
Upcoming Events
Service Career Fair
Saturday, Sept 12, 2026 | 1 - 3:30 PM
Irvine City Hall | 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine
The Office of Councilmember Liu is hosting a Service Career Fair aimed at connecting high school students and community-college students with career pathways in public safety and public service. This event will be hosted at Irvine City Hall and will offer an insight into careers such as armed forces, law enforcement, public safety, and nursing.
Blood Drive
Thursday, Sept 17, 2026 | 11:30am - 4:30pm
Northwood Community Center | 4531 Bryan Ave, Irvine
Join Team Liu in this blood drive partnership with the American Red Cross and Hello Kitty to donate. All donations will receive a Red Cross x Hello Kitty collectible item, while supplies last.
Sign up online at RedCrossBlood.org.
Use Sponsor Code: Irvine Or call the Red Cross at 1-800-Red-Cross (1-800-733-2767) PHOTO ID REQUIRED TO DONATE
Policy Pitch Olympiad
Saturday, Sept 19, 2026 | 9am - 12pm
Irvine City Hall | 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine
The Policy Pitch Olympiad is CM Liu's first youth policy competition, where Irvine and IUSD high school teams pitch solutions on housing, sustainability, and transportation to a panel of judges with the winning ideas potentially developed into a memo for City Council.
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Walk to End Alzheimer's
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 | 8:00 AM
Orange Coast College | 2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa
​Join Team Liu in their second year helping fundraise for the Alzheimer's Association in the Walk to End Alzheimer's- Greater Irvine!
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2026 Year In Review
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Orchard Hills Class IV Bike Lane Town Hall
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
This town hall alongside City staff and public works was a discussion regarding the implementation of bike lanes in the Orchard Hills village.
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Blood Drive
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
We had an American Red Cross Blood Drive on July 1st at the Quail Hill Community Center. All those who donated received a classic American Red Cross x Looney Tunes T-shirt!
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Older Adults Resource Fair
Saturday, June 27th, 2026
This year’s event featured interactive workshops on senior nutrition, financial planning, and movement-based activities, creating an engaging environment for attendees while providing community partners the opportunity to connect directly with residents.
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Flag Day
Friday, June 12, 2026
Come together as we celebrate Flag Day by presenting the American flag and honoring the values, history, and unity it represents.
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District 1 Updates Town Hall
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Councilmember Liu joined the Community Development and Public Works staff from the City of Irvine to discuss the current and upcoming projects in District 1 and the surrounding neighborhoods.
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Solar and Power Town Hall
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
City of Irvine staff, OC Goes Solar, and the Orange County Power Authority spoke at this community event focused on electricity resources available to homes in Irvine.
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American Red Cross Blood Drive
Thursday, April 16, 2026
As the need for more blood across the United States increases, the community is asked to donate! Join Team Liu in this blood drive partnership with the American Red Cross to donate.
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Sign up online at RedCrossBlood.org. Use Sponsor Code: Irvine Or call the Red Cross at 1-800-Red-Cross (1-800-733-2767) PHOTO ID REQUIRED TO DONATE
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From Awareness to Action: DV 101
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
This event, hosted by Councilmember Liu, Radiant Futures, and Asian Americans Advancing Justice, featured a discussion on how to recognize the signs of and prevent domestic violence. This event was hosted in both English and Mandarin.
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Senior Scam Prevention at The Meadows
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Preventing scams is important, especially for our Irvine seniors. In partnership with the Orange County District Attorney's Office and Irvine Police, Councilmember Liu hosted a Scam Prevention workshop for residents at The Meadows, on identifying potential scams and resources available.
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E-Bike Town Hall
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
As e-bikes continue to be a major presence in Irvine, it was important to educate youth and parents on rider safety and the upcoming City ordinance. A special thank you to UC Irvine Trauma Surgeon Dr. Sigrid K. Burruss, IPD Sgt. John Sabino and Officer Brian Hatfield, for your partnership in this event.
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COMMUNITY EVENT
Lunar New Year at Great Park
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Councilmember Liu introduced a memorandum for the City of Irvine to partner with the Asian American History Museum to host the first Citywide Lunar New Year celebration. This well-attended event drew residents and visitors from across Southern California.
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American Red Cross Blood Drive
Monday, January 12, 2026
In partnership with the American Red Cross, Councilmember Liu hosted the year's first blood drive. She is proud to continue hosting more in 2026 to unite our community and save lives.
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State of the District
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Councilmember Liu provided the community with a report on the State of District 1 and the City of Irvine, including memorandums introduced, events hosted, youth and community engagement, and upcoming projects. We thank the community for joining us.
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