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DOWNTOWN TORRANCE
MARKET PLACE

THURSDAY, APRIL 17, 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, APRIL 19, 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...

SERENDIPITY SATURDAYS!

SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2014

10:30 AM

KATY GEISSERT CIVIC

CENTER LIBRARY

Bring the little ones for a morning of music, movement, creativity and fun! This series is specifically recommended for ages one through five, participating with a caregiver. This program is free, and no registration is required, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. For more information please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

City of Torrance staff will be presenting a

Status Update on Optimized Weekly Street Sweeping Program

Tuesday, April 22, 2014,  7  p.m.

at the City Council Meeting

(Torrance City Hall, Council Chambers at 3031 Torrance Boulevard)  

  
Details and schedule for installing No Parking signs for this alternate day street sweeping program will be provided and residents will be provided an opportunity to speak to City Council in regards to this important program to protect our lakes and oceans. For details on the program view the Frequently Asked Question (PDF) and for background information and details view the Project Fact Sheet (PDF)...

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VOLUME 4  |  ISSUE 17

April 17 - April 23, 2014

FUN-TASTIC FRIDAYS

APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS!

FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 2014 | 3:30 PM

KATY GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY

  
With Spring Break in full bloom children are welcome to the Katy Geissert Civic Center Library for a fun-filled Friday. Participants will hear stories about the season and will also get to make crafts. This event is free and sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Enjoy the Season...

ALLAN HARRIS

FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 2014 | 7:30 PM | $33

GEORGE NAKANO THEATRE

Tony Bennett calls Allan "my favorite singer," and The New York Times' Stephen Holden raves about "the protean talent that is Allan Harris." Allan has cultivated a global following by playing for packed audiences and receiving outstanding reviews throughout the United States, Europe, Russia, and the Far East. Get a chance to view this talented jazz vocalist at the George Nakano Theatre...
 

CITY OF TORRANCE

EARTH DAY RECYCLING EVENT

SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2014 | 8 AM - NOON

TOYOTA EMPLOYEE PARKING LOT

OFF TOYOTA WAY SOUTH OF INTERSECTION
 OF 190TH AND VAN NESS
On Saturday, April 19, 2014 the City of Torrance will be celebrating Earth Day. The free Earth Day events will include paper shredding, recycling drop-off for electronics, clothing and shoes, and used oil and filters. The event will be from 8 a.m. to Noon at the Toyota Employee Parking Lot. For more information View the Flier (PDF)...

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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. If you are confused about what to expect when you vote and how the election matters in your life watch helpful Video Vignettes to make things easier come time to vote. 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...

EARTH DAY AT MADRONA MARSH

SPONSORED BY EXXONMOBIL

SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2014 | 8:30 AM - NOON

MADRONA MARSH NATURE CENTER AND PRESERVE

The Madrona Marsh is home to a vast variety of birds, plants, and all forms of critters. What better way to celebrate Earth Day than planting native plants and enhancing the beauty of the Marsh. Participants are advised to wear closed toe shoes and jeans. Gloves and refreshments will be provided for this free event. For more information Explore the Flier (PDF)...

WESTERN MUSEUM OF FLIGHT CELEBRITY SERIES:

FORMER SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE MICHAEL DONLEY

SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2014 | 11 AM - 1 PM

3315 AIRPORT DRIVE, RED BARON #3

The years following the terrorist September 2001 have been extraordinary change in establishment. An evolving geopolitical landscape, rapid advances in information other factors have introduced both new threats and opportunities. Reflecting on his past five years as Secretary of the Air Force, Mike Donley will outline the strategic challenges facing the nation's air and space force and how it seeks to balance competing needs. Donley has over 35 years of experience in the national security community, including the US Senate, the White House, and the Pentagon including working for five presidents and six secretaries of defense of both political parties. This event is free for Western Museum of Flight Members and $5 for non-members. Learn Something New (PDF)...

PAJAMA-RAMA EVENING STORYTIME

MONDAY, APRIL 21, 2014 | 6:30 PM

NORTH TORRANCE LIBRARY 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. Join the Fun...

CANDIDATE FORUM

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23, 2014 | 6:30 PM
BARTLETT SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER

1318 CRAVENS

 
On Wednesday, April 23, 2014 there will be a candidate forum for City Council sponsored by the Bartlett Senior Citizen Center. If you want to learn about the candidates and hear about the issues that matters to you most, please attend the candidate forum. Also, keep an eye out for the future candidate forums for the various positions in office. For more forum date and times visit the Torrance Votes website for all 2014 Candidate Forums...

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