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DOWNTOWN TORRANCE
MARKET PLACE

THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 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 THEATRE

COMPANY PRESENTS

A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE

FRIDAY, MARCH 21 -

SATURDAY APRIL 12, 2014

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT 8 PM

SUNDAYS AT 2 PM | TICKETS: $25

1316 CABRILLO AVE.

A Man of No Importance is a tender and beautifully woven tale of love, friendship, and coming to terms with who we are. Tickets are $25. On Thursday, April 10th at 8 p.m. there will be a performance followed by a Question and Answer with the cast and crew. Enjoy the Show...

TORRANCE CERTIFIED

FARMERS MARKET

SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 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...

NATURE WALK

SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 2014

10 AM - NOON

MADRONA MARSH NATURE CENTER AND PRESERVE

Take a guided walk on the Madrona Marsh Preserve and learn about the flora and fauna that live in our captivating vernal marsh. You'll see how living things interact in their habitat and learn the value of wetlands in our urban environment. Explore the Environment...

KATY GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER

LIBRARY OPEN ON

SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2014

1 - 5 PM

3301 TORRANCE BLVD.

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, March 30, 2014 for all regular business hour operations! Read More...

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VOLUME 4 | ISSUE 14

March 27 - April 2, 2014

7TH ANNUAL TORRANCE

ADVANTAGE AWARDS WINNERS

On Thursday, March 20, 2014, The Office of Economic Development hosted the 7th annual Torrance Advantage Awards
at Pacific Skies Aviation. Award recipients were recognized in four categories for their economic development strategies of local significance for the year 2013. Here are this years winners:

People to People

Gaetano's Restaurant

South Bay BMW/South Bay Mini

Quality of Life

Street Faire Antiques

Alcoa Fastening Systems - Torrance

Enriching the Community

E&H Trophy & Engraving

Robinson Helicopter Company

Long Term Investor

Vogue Shoe & Luggage Repair

Plasma Technology Incorporated

Special Recognition (Best New Business)

Smog City Brewing

THE CITY OF TORRANCE UNVEILS THE

T O Y O T A SPORTS COMPLEX

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On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 the City of Torrance unveiled the new 6.2 acre T O Y O T A Sports Complex. The Futboleros, in addition to lacrosse and soccer teams from all around Torrance came together to "break-in" the new field.

More than 15,000 Torrance youth currently use city parks for sports practices and games. The state-of-the-art sports facility features synthetic turf designed around critical performance tests to ensure maximum athlete-surface interactions and ball surface interactions, in addition to sports lighting intended for energy conservation and year-round playability. It has the ability to be configured for soccer, football, lacrosse, rugby and more.

The field is now available for rental. For more information or to make a reservation please contact Community Services or call (310) 618-2930.

PREPARE YOURSELF FOR THE JUNE 3RD ELECTION

VISIT TorranceVotes.Org

In conjunction with the June 3, 2014 election, TorranceVotes.Org was created to empower the voter and to provide each person the ability to frame their own questions based on their own values. We hope to challenge you, the voter, to make a more informed decision based on your observations and values. If you have relied on others in the past we invite you to step inside to learn more. Explore the Website...

65TH SOUTH BAY LAPIDARY AND MINERAL SOCIETY

"NATURE'S TREASURES" GEM AND MINERAL SHOW SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 2014 | 10 AM - 5 PM

SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2014 | 10 AM - 4 PM

3341 TORRANCE BLVD

There will be an exhibit of rocks from all over the world that display beautiful colors under ultraviolet lights presented by the Fluorescent Mineral Society. This exhibit is one of the most comprehensive and varied collections of fluorescent minerals you will ever see in one place. There will also be 'how to' demonstrations such as bead working, sphere making, gem carving, glass bead making, workshops for children and more. For more information call 310-533-4931 or E-Mail, you can also Visit the Website...

TODDLERTIME

MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2014 | 10:15 AM AND 11 AM

KATY GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY

This storytime is for children ages 18 months to 3 years, participating with a caregiver. This program is free, but the room gets crowded so please arrive on time. The Toddlertime program repeats at 11:00 a.m. For more information about the event explore the Torrance Library Children Programs...

PAJAMA-RAMA EVENING STORY TIME

MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2014 | 6:30 PM

NORTH TORRANCE AND WALTERIA LIBRARY

Children and caregivers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring in their special pillows and blankets to this evening story time for the whole family. This program is free and no registration is required, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. This event will be held at both the North Torrance Library and at the Walteria Library at 6:30 p.m. Read More...

ARTFUL DAYS: THE SISTINE CHAPEL FRESCOS

TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2014 | 12:10 - 1 PM

TORRANCE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

In November 1512, the Sistine Chapel was unveiled to the public. A young sculptor by the name of Michelangelo completed the 10,000 square foot fresco in only four years. Today, five million people annually view his magnificent work. Come to the Torrance Cultural Arts Center to hear a lecture and learn about the masterpiece. If you have any questions or need more information Learn About Art...

FREE TECH TRAINING FOR ADULTS

SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 2014 | 10 AM - 5 PM

KATY GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY

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 savvy teens. Recommended for ages 40+ or anyone interested in learning a new skill. Space is limited. Call (310) 618-5945 to register for individual appointments.

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