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Jukebox Wednesdays
A relaxed evening with the Jukebox Band, featuring Mark Wood and Friends, where audience requests shape the playlist. The show recurs on the final Wednesday of each month. Drinks and food accompany the music, and a Happy Hour is available beforehand.
Campus JAXSpectrum Sunset Strolls with Vuori
Spectrum Sunset Strolls with Vuori takes place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. A fitness-led walk covers about 2 to 3 miles on nearby trails, giving participants a chance to connect with the community and enjoy the sunset. Check-in is near Sephora in front of the fountain at Irvine Spectrum, then the group sets off and concludes at Vuori Irvine Spectrum for post-walk refreshments. Reservations are required, and the event is weather dependent. Post-walk activities are available only to attendees, and refreshments are limited to one per person. Participation may be subject to additional terms and conditions, and the sponsor may change details without notice.
Open Mic Night
Jamesan Zane and Empowerlogic Studio present a new open mic at Knowlwood in Irvine, inviting artists across genres to share their talent in a welcoming setting. The venue offers food, beer and wine, shakes, and billiards, and it is open to all ages with no cover. Performers will find a microphone, PA, a grand piano, and percussion on hand, and they are welcome to bring their own instruments to plug in.
Knowlwood Irvine #8Wednesday Improv Drop-In Classes
These drop-in improv classes welcome everyone, from first-timers to those who have completed level one or two. Instructors guide participants through core scene work, purposeful choices, and expressive emotion. Each session is two hours and requires no advance tickets, just arrive ready to participate. The cost is $10, payable by cash or card on site. To maintain quality, capacity is limited to 20 participants per session, and if that limit is reached, observing is available at no charge.
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