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DOWNTOWN TORRANCE
MARKET PLACE

THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 2014

NOW THROUGH 8 PM

1225 EL PRADO AVE.

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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! For more information Click Here...

TORRANCE CERTIFIED

 FARMERS MARKET

SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2014 

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. Learn More... 

THE SCIENCE OF BUBBLES

SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2014 

2 PM | FREE

SOUTHEAST LIBRARY

Come by and learn about soap bubbles in a fun, informative, and interactive presentation. This event is part of January is Science Month funded by the ExxonMobil Foundation. Learn More...

KATY GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY OPEN

SUNDAY, JANUARY 19, 2014 

1 - 5 PM

3301 TORRANCE BLVD

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Want a new book or audiovisual but can't because all the libraries around you are closed on Sunday? Well you are in luck, the Katy Geissert Civic Center Library is open Sunday, January 12, 2013 for all regular business hour operations! Read More...

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VOLUME 4  |  ISSUE 3

January 16 - January 22, 2014

FUNNY MONEY

FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 - SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2014

FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS AT 8 PM 

VARIOUS TIMES FOR OTHER PERFORMANCES |$25

1316 CABRILLO AVE.

Mild-mannered C.P.A. Henry Perkins' life is about to turn upside down! Henry is arriving home late for his birthday dinner party, but with good reason - he has accidentally picked up a briefcase containing loads and loads of money, and now his main aim in life is to emigrate, and fast! Soon, the house is full of birthday guest and police, resulting in a frantic game of cat and mouse, hilarious innuendo, and cruelly funny turns of fate in the battle to hold on to the money. For performance timings and more information Click Here... 

PAPERBACK BOOK SALE

SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2014 | 9 AM - 4 PM

 KATY GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY

The Friends of the Torrance Library are hosting a paperback booksale! Thousands of books at 50 cents each, with romance novels at $2 per bag! For this sale only, there are also DVDs for $1 and CDs for 50 cents. Chinese language Blu-Ray DVDs too! Unique tables will include beautiful, high quality books, priced as marked. Bargain books for all ages, and all proceeds benefit the programs and services of the Torrance Public Library. Bring your own canvas or plastic bags and stock up for some great reading! Join the Fun... 

FREE TECH TRAINING FOR ADULTS

SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2014 | 10 AM - 5 PM

KATY GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY

Remember when CitiCABLE 3's This Week in Torrance took you to the Katy Geissert Civic Center Library for a tech savvy experience? If you missed it, watch episode 46.13 for a preview of the fun event. Watch Here...

 

If you would like to join the fun learning experience, the Torrance Public Library invites you to try out this exciting new service that aims to expose you to the latest technologies, featuring hands-on demonstrations. Come learn about the newest trends in technology, and participate in one-on-one conversations with our knowledgeable tech savy teens. Recommended for ages 40+ or anyone interested in learning a new skill. Space is limited. Learn Something New...

WESTERN MUSEUM OF FLIGHT

A STEP INTO HISTORY WITH JIM MCCURRY 

SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2014 | 11 AM - 1 PM 

GENERAL ADMISSION: $5 AND WMoF MEMBERS: FREE

3315 AIRPORT DRIVE, RED BARON #3

The Mercury Manned Space Program was a triumph of technological and political determination, that launched the United States onto the path to world leadership in space exploration. In addition to the original seven American astronauts, the program required the talents, skills, and determination of thousands of other Americans, working in dozens of companies, educational institutions, and government agencies. One of the most talented, skilled, and determined Americans who produced these spectacular successes was Jim McCurry. Jim has agreed to share some of his experiences, and to describe the daunting challenges that had to be overcome, in creating this massive success story. So, come to the Western Museum of Flight, and bring your questions. Learn Something New...

THE BLIMP - 37 GOODYEARS OF FLYING

SUNDAY, JANUARY 19, 2014 | 2 - 4 PM | FREE

TORRANCE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM

Talk about having an office with a window seat. For 37 years, Goodyear Blimp Pilot, John Crayton, had a bird's eye view of the South Bay and its ever-changing landscape. On Sunday, January 19, John Crayton will share is memories of events, adventures and the transformation of the Southland's landscape from open fields to industrial complexes. Seating is limited and will be available on a first-come first-served basis. Explore through Time...

CITY OF TORRANCE PRESENTS
MULTI-USE SPORTS FIELDS

  

The City of Torrance is proud to announce the exciting development of Multi-Use Sports Fields, located at 555 Maple Avenue! This state-of-the-art, 6.2 acre facility will feature high-quality synthetic turf and energy-efficient sports lighting for year-round soccer, football, lacrosse, rugby and other sport playability. And now, you have an opportunity to become a proud sponsor with your name displayed on the donor wall, which will be located just inside the entrance of the facility! Learn more...

 

If you donate and become a sponsor not only will you be supporting a great project but you will also have increased visibility in the community, both to a local and national audience. For more information on how to become a sponsor read the Brochure. Get in on the action and make your donation today! Become a Sponsor...

 

Get a behind the scenes look and check out the progress and a Time Lapse Movie on the Torrance Work Zone Cam! View Work Zone Cam...

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