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THIS WEEK IN TORRANCE
Watch THIS WEEK IN TORRANCE with anchor Ben McCain and guest anchor Christy Wilcox. Make sure to tune in every week for news that affects our community!

DOWNTOWN TORRANCE MARKETPLACE 

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 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, SEPTEMBER 21, 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... 

KATY GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY OPEN

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

 1 PM - 5 PM

3301 TORRANCE BLVD.

The Katy Geissert Civic center library will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. Read More...

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VOLUME 3  |  ISSUE 36

SEPTEMBER 19 - SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

SAVE THE DATE 

TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW

15TH ANNUAL CITY OF TORRANCE EMPLOYEE VARIETY SHOW

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2013 | 7 PM | $15

JAMES R. ARMSTRONG THEATRE 

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The City of Torrance has always been a close-knit community with big hearts and amazing talent. Each year City employees and their families show their talents in a variety of performances while raising money for the Torrance Relay for Life. Be apart of the fun and also give back by supporting this great cause. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased on the phone at (310) 781 - 7171 or at the James R. Armstrong box office window with a $2.50 service fee. Save the Date...

 SURVIVING THE HEAT

TORRANCE COOLING CENTERS

Triple-digit temperatures are again getting the attention of humans and pets alike in the greater Los Angeles area. For Cooling Centers, call the LA County Information line at 2-1-1 from any landline or cell phone within the county. The Torrance Cooling Centers are the Bartlett Center and the Katy Geissert Library. For more information visit: Surviving the Heat (PDF)...

MEET THE AUTHORS OF 

CALIFORNIA: ON-THE-ROAD HISTORIES

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2013 | 3 - 5 PM

KATY GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY

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Meet Victor Silverman and Laurie Glover authors of California: On-the-Road Histories - A witty, expansive narrative that reveals the real story of the people and places that make up the Golden State. California: On-the-Road History doesn't relate the cleaned-up tale of the California dream that school textbooks and the tourism commission tell. Rather it presents the sometimes bitter, sometimes triumphant history behind the California myth. Read More... 

TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

THE LONG WEEKEND

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20  - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2013
12 PERFORMANCES LEFT AT VARIOUS DAYS AND TIMES | $25

TORRANCE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

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If you loved Maggie's Getting Married, you won't want to miss this show! There's a fine line between love and hate, but when Norm Foster is calling the shots, that line is packed with comedy! The Long Weekend is the story of two couples whose weekend retreat together turns into a disastrous, albeit hysterically funny, affair. All tickets are $25, for dates and times of showings along with ticket reservations Click Here...

WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC OLD TORRANCE

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2013 | 1:30 - 3 PM

MADRONA MARSH NATURE CENTER AND PRESERVE

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Remember that exciting Walking Tour of Old Torrance in episode 4.13 of Spotlight in Torrance? Well if not, you can check it out Here. Or better yet, explore the historic landmarks of Torrance yourself by dropping by at the Torrance Historic Society on Sunday, September 22 at 1:30 p.m. This is a completely free, docent-led tour that covers eight blocks and is a great learning experience for all. Learn More...
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THE FRIENDS OF THE MADRONA MARSH PRESENT

MOONLIGHT MAGIC

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2013 | 5 - 10 PM | $50

KEN MILLER RECREATION CENTER TORINO PLAZA

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The Madrona Marsh Preserve is a safe haven for birds, reptiles, plant life, and all types of living creatures. It is also a place for families to reconnect with nature or to partake in all the fun and educating activities the Marsh has to offer. On October 19th, 2013 the Marsh will be hosting its annual fundraising celebration to help sustain and protect all of its programs. There will be live music, silent and live auctions, gift baskets, and excellent food! Tickets are available with cash or check at the Madrona Marsh Nature Center and at Wild Birds Unlimited in the Rolling Hills Plaza. To purchase tickets online through Paypal or to learn more, Click Here...

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