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JAPANESE AMERICAN GARDENERS: THEIR STORIES THROUGH SENRYU
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2015 
1 - 3 PM | FREE
KATY GEISSERT CIVIC
CENTER LIBRARY

Through the pre- and post-WWII periods, the Japanese American gardener was the ubiquitous figure greening the yards of thousands of homes in the tracts and upscale neighborhoods around Southern California. Writers Naomi Hirahara and Senkyaku Seki will be featured speakers at this event. Selected senryu, or short poems, will be delivered by an actor dressed as a farmer. Audience members also will be directed on how to write their own senryu.  Learn Something New...

CITY OF TORRANCE 
STRATEGIC PLAN 2013 - 2014
COMMUNITY REPORT

 

To find out about projects and priorities the City of Torrance has been working on, view the 2013-2014 Community Report that is compiled as part of the City's Strategic Plan. 
 

The report highlights the major accomplishments of the Strategic Plan based on key performance indicators. View the Report...

UKRAINIAN EASTER EGGS
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2015
10 AM - 11:30 AM
HENDERSON LIBRARY

blue-egg.jpg Adults are invited to learn and use techniques to make a Ukranian Easter egg. This program is free and sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Space is limited, so registration is required. Try it Out...

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VOLUME 5  |  ISSUE 13

March 26 - April 1, 2015

66TH SOUTH BAY LAPIDARY AND MINERALS SOCIETY
GEM & MINERAL SHOW: "NATURE'S TREASURES"
 SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2015 | 10 AM - 5 PM
SUNDAY, MARCH 29, 2015 | 10 AM - 4 PM
KEN MILLER RECREATION CENTER
Come view 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 also will be 'how-to' demonstrations such as bead working, sphere making, gem carving, glass bead making, workshops for children, and more. Try Something New...
OPENING RECEPTION FOR JOHN HYATT'S
"MY BRUSH WITH ANGELS" GALLERY AND
SECOND SIGHT CURATED BY CHRIS REYNOLDS
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2015 | 6 - 9 PM | FREE
TORRANCE ART MUSEUM
Come enjoy "My Brush with Angels," the latest work from John Hyatt, an artist, educator and cult musician from the United Kingdom. Then, enjoy the new exhibit, "Second Sight: New Representations in Photography." These exhibits both appeal to the senses and ultimately expand upon the lexicon of art. Enjoy the Opening Reception...
THE CURIOUS SAVAGE 
NOW THROUGH SUNDAY, APRIL 19, 2015
FRIDAY & SATURDAY AT 8 PM | SUNDAYS AT 2 PM |$25
TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY
"The Curious Savage" is a warmhearted comedy revolving around Mrs. Ethel Savage, a slightly eccentric widow who has been left $10 million dollars by her late husband. She wants to use the money to establish a fund which would help others realize their hopes and dreams, in spite of the efforts of her grown stepchildren to get their hands on the money. Enjoy this Award Winning Show...
NIGHT LIFE ON THE PRESERVE
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2015 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
$5 PER PERSON OR $10 PER FAMILY
MADRONA MARSH NATURE CENTER AND PRESERVE
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Visit the Madrona Marsh Preserve as the sun sets and day gradually changes into night. Observe and listen to the sounds of animals and insects as they begin their nightly activities. Come join us for this unique experience that will surely captivate everyone. This walk is limited to the first 25 people who sign up. The cost is $5 per person or $10 per family, and pre-registration is required. Explore the Preserve...
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