1. Easter run
Spring into health by participating in the Rabbit Run 5K & OC Challenge Wild Hare 5K. All finishers receive medals. Jeffrey Trails Middle School, 8 a.m. April 8, runsignup.com.
2. Chamber music
The Concordia Chamber Music Ensemble Recital will share a performance of both classical and sacred music. Concordia University Irvine, 11 a.m.-noon April 22, cui.simpletix.com.
3. Bike ride
Join Bicycle Club of Irvine’s “NewB Class,” geared for new cyclists and those who have never ridden in a club atmosphere. Deerfield Community Park, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. April 22, bikeirvine.org.
4. A night of jazz
Eight-time Grammy-winning jazz bassist Christian McBride (host of NPR’s “Jazz Night in America”) and his New Jawn quartet bring their relentless energy to Irvine. Irvine Barclay Theatre, 8 p.m. April 29, thebarclay.org.
5. Jay Mohr
Comic Jay Mohr, known for his roles as a cast member on “Saturday Night Live” and a sports agent in “Jerry Maguire,” delivers his standup routine in Irvine. Irvine Improv, April 27 and 28, improv.com/irvine.
6. Farmers market
Pack a tote bag and pick up your peaches, peppers and prescriptions during the same trip at the Kaiser Permanente farmers market. Irvine Kaiser Permanente, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays, healthy.kaiserpermanente.org.
7. Barnyard storytime
Join storytime at the Barnyard Educational Exhibit for farm-themed stories geared toward children 1-5 years old. After storytime, kids get to visit with the animals. Tanaka Farms, 10:30 a.m. April 28, tanakafarms.com.
8. Dreamers Market
Support local artists and vendors at the pet-friendly Dreamers Market, featuring a kids play area, face painting, balloon twisting and music. Hangar 24 17877 Von Karman Ave., Unit 110, Irvine, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. April 29, dreamersmarkets.com.
9. Hawaiian music
Kaleo Phillips brings to the stage a spectrum of styles, from ballads to island reggae to traditional Hawaiian. Born in Maui, Phillips has toured extensively throughout the U.S. and Japan. Irvine Barclay Theatre, 8 p.m. April 14, thebarclay.org.
10. Earth Day
Visit Quail Hill Community Center to celebrate this year’s Earth Day. The city will offer guided hikes, a composting demonstration and interactive activities. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 15, cityofirvine.org.
