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DOWNTOWN TORRANCE MARKETPLACE

THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 2013 

NOW THROUGH 8 PM

1225 EL PRADO AVE.

Old Torrance is taking to the streets with gifts, arts & crafts, vintage treasures, jewelry, antiques, and more! Shop at the Market Place today and enjoy great reasonably priced menu items at these six local eateries!! $2, $4, $6, who ate in Downtown Torrance?!? Please join us for the HAPPY HOUR $2 - $4 - $6 Event this and each Thursday during Torrance Marketplace. Enjoy delicious food and drinks at the happy hour pricing. Read More...

TORRANCE CERTIFIED

 FARMERS MARKET

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 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...

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VOLUME 3  |  ISSUE 31

August 8 - August 14, 2013

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FAITH SCHOOL MINISTRIES PRESENT

BACK TO SCHOOL FAIR

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2013 | 9:30 AM | FREE

TORRANCE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER (GARDEN ROOMS A & B)

Join us for the 2nd Annual Back to School Fair and prepare to have fun this fall. The first 50 participants will receive free back to school supplies. There will also be various activities planned throughout the day. Learn More...

BEGINNING COMPOSTING WORKSHOP

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2013 | 9:30 - 11 AM | FREE

COLUMBIA PARK

Come and learn ways to reduce and recycle yard waste by composting, "grasscycling," worm composting, and water-wise gardening at Torrance's permanent composting and water-wise gardening demonstration site at Columbia Park. It is operated in conjunction with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works. Check it Out (PDF)...

THE TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

WILLY WONKA

SUNDAY, AUGUST 11, 2013 | 2 PM

JAMES R. ARMSTRONG THEATRE

Roald Dahl's timeless story of the world-famous Candy Man and his quest to find an heir comes to life in this stage adaptation of Charlie and the Chcolate Factory, which features songs from the 1971 classic family film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Join us for this scrumdidilyumptious musical that will delight everyone's sweet tooth. Tickets are $35 for Adults, $30 for Seniors, and $25 for Children. Check it Out... 

CULTURAL SERVICES DIVISIONS OPEN HOUSE 

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2013 | 10 AM - 2 PM

TORRANCE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

 
Slip on your dance or exercise shoes and let our talented instructors show you some of the latest trends in dance and exercise. The art instructors will also be offering demo classes in a variety of mediums. Guided Tours will be offered every half hour. Classes will be offered for all age groups, so bring the whole family. Read More (PDF)...

TORRANCE HOMETOWN HEROES 

MILITARY RECOGNITION PROGRAM 

NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS

The Hometown Heroes Military Banner Recognition Program recognizes our community's men and women in uniform who are currently serving in the Armed Forces, veterans who have served in the past, or veterans of the past who are now deceased. Street banners will be installed honoring individuals, and after being displayed for a minimum of 3 months will be presented to the family. In addition, the City Council will present a proclamation, acknowledging the individual's service to the City and the Nation. For resident stories about the program, Click Here, or for program details Read More...

 

 MADRONA MARSH TEMPORARILY CLOSED 

In review of the findings and data presented by Los Angeles County Vector Control, and as a precautionary measure, the City of Torrance closed the Madrona Marsh Preserve on August 5th. The Preserve will remain closed until additional data is provided by Vector Control. Read More (PDF)>>

 

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