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THIS WEEK IN TORRANCE
 
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DOWNTOWN TORRANCE MARKETPLACE

THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2013 

NOW THROUGH 8 PM

1225 EL PRADO AVE.

Start your weekend early at the Downtown Torrance Market Place!  Every Thursday, Old Torrance is taking to the streets with gifts, arts & crafts, vintage treasures, jewelry, antiques, and more! Read More... 

TORRANCE CERTIFIED

 FARMERS MARKET

SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 2013

 8 AM - 1 PM

CHARLES H. WILSON PARK

Find fresh produce, local products, meat and eggs, flowers and breads, good food and lots of fun at the Torrance Certified Farmers' Market! Year 'round, rain or shine, in the parking lot of Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Read More...

DOWNTOWN TORRANCE ANTIQUE STREET FAIRE 

SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 2013

 8 AM - 3 PM

1317 SARTORI AVE

Come to the Downtown Torrance Antique Faire where you will find 175 sellers set up in the streets of historical downtown Torrance. Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture, Vintage Clothes, Jewelry, Toys, Tools, LP's, Arts & Crafts, Home Decor and more are on sale at bargain prices! Learn More...

2013 STATE OF THE CITY

ADDRESS

 
Mayor Scotto's 2013 State of the City Address and CitiCABLE introductory video will continue cablecasting on Torrance CitiCABLE Channel 3 (Time Warner) and 36 (Verizon), now through July 16th at 12:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Both video's are also online at TorranceCA.Gov and YouTube. 
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VOLUME 3  |  ISSUE 24

June 20 - June 26, 2013

REMINDER:

ALL FIREWORKS ARE ILLEGAL IN TORRANCE

"SPRING ON THE MARSH" ARTIST'S RECEPTION

FRIDAY, JUNE 21, 2013 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM

 MADRONA MARSH NATURE CENTER AND PRESERVE

Artist's reception for Tracy Drake and Mark Christiansen of "Spring on the Marsh" photography and paintings exhibit is on Friday, June 21st. Come view the works of local artists portraying the beauty of the Madrona Marsh Preserve. Exhibits are on display daily in the Madrona Marsh Nature Center. This event is Free, however donations are appreciated! Read More...

NU VISION PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

"DECISON"

FRIDAY, JUNE 21, 2013 | 7 PM | $35

JAMES R. ARMSTRONG THEATRE

Come to the James R. Armstrong Theatre to see a show written, produced, and directed by Doug Thomas. "Decison" is a must see! Do not miss this Nu Vision Productions newest theatrical offering. This dynamic musical play will rivet you to your seat. Tickets are $35 per person. Check it Out...

SUSHI DEMONSTRATION

SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 2013 | 1 PM

EL RETIRO LIBRARY

Renowned sushi chef, Andy Matsuda, will demonstrate the various techniques used in making this Japanese delicacy. Space is limited; please call to register. Read More...

THE METROPOLITAN BALLET COMPANY PRESENTS

DANCE FEST 2013

SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 2013 | 5 PM

ADULT TICKET: $17 | CHILD TICKET: $15

JAMES R. ARMSTRONG THEATRE

Come to the James R. Armstrong Theatre for a special performance filled with music and dance. Dance Fest 2013 is a small festival of dancers all from local groups. The performers are of all ages and have acts such as, Polynesian Dance, Ballet, Jazz, and More! Tickets are $17 for Adults and $15 for children. Read More...

THE HIMAWARI KARAOKE DOKOKAI PRESENTS

HIROSHI HARADA SPECIAL CHARITY SHOW

SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 2013 |1 PM | $35 

JAMES R. ARMSTRONG THEATRE

 
Two years have passed since the Tohoku Disaster and the people are still recovering. The sales from the evenings event will be donated to Tohoku "Grandma" in Rikuzen; Takada City, Iwateken. Ticket prices are $35 per person. Learn More...

FREE WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC OLD TORRANCE

SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 2013 | 1:30 - 3:30 PM

TORRANCE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM

The docent-led tour begins at the Torrance Historical Museum, and will point out a number of historic sites and landmarks of Old Torrance (founded 1912), along the way. You will also learn how the City and some of the streets in Downtown got their name, where the first public library originated, the original boundaries of the City, where Buffy the Vampire Slayer was filmed and more. The tour is an easy, but brisk walk covering eight blocks. It's open to the public, requires no reservations, and is hosted on the fourth Sunday of every month, May to October. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, bring your camera, and a friend! Read More...

READING IS SO DELICIOUS!

SUMMER READING PROGRAM 2013

MONDAY, JUNE 24, 2013 | ALL DAY

ALL TORRANCE LIBRARIES

Reading is So Delicious during the Summer Reading Program 2013! Sign up at any Torrance Library for seven weeks of fun filled activities, stories, crafts and reading. Infants through Adults, this program is for you! All programs and events are free, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library, the ExxonMobil Foundation, and the Torrance Teachers Association. Learn More...

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