Torrance  eNEWSLETTER

DOWNTOWN TORRANCE 
ARTISAN AND FLEA MARKET
TODAY,  AUGUST 27, 2015
NOW THROUGH 8 PM
1225 EL PRADO AVENUE  

The Downtown Torrance Artisan and Flea Market features handmade crafts, vintage treasures and much more. Take to the streets of Old Torrance and enjoy live music and the various treasures offered by local vendors. There will be free parking at multiple locations. Find Out More...
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29 | 7 PM
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30 | 3 PM
JAMES R. ARMSTRONG THEATRE
3330 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
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Watch "This Week in Torrance" with anchors Jin Chun and Ben McCain. Make sure to tune in every week for news that affects our community!  Catch up...
VOLUME 5  |  ISSUE 35      
  August 27 - September 2, 2015
 
Warning: May cause toe-tapping. Dance on over to the last movie in the park of summer 2015. As always, bring your own popcorn, blankets and lawn chairs. Penguins in the Park... 
FIRE CHIEF WILLIAM RACOWSCHI
ANNOUNCES HIS RETIREMENT 
Torrance Fire Chief William Racowschi today announced his retirement after more than
35 years of service to the City of Torrance. Racowschi will officially leave his post at the end of this year.  He joined the department in 1980, rising through the ranks to be appointed Chief in 2008. Read More ...
VOLUNTEER TUTOR INFORMATIONAL MEETING
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29 |10:30 AM - NOON
SOUTH BAY LITERACY COUNCIL HEADQUARTERS
18436 HAWTHORNE BOULEVARD, SUITE 110
Looking for a way to make a difference in our community? South Bay Literacy Council is looking for volunteer tutors for all three of its literacy programs. Stop by this informational meeting to find out more about becoming a volunteer for SBLC, a local non-profit that focuses on improving students' reading, writing and speaking skills. Give the Gift of Literacy... 
"TO DEATH DO US PART"
FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 | 8 PM
JAMES  R. ARMSTRONG THEATRE
3330 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
 
The Kat Production presents "To Death Do Us Part," a play about three couples whose worlds collide when they attend the same weekend marriage counseling workshop. Because of its mature themes, this play is recommended for adult audiences only. Tickets start at $25. Check it Out... 
ARTFUL DAYS: THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF ART
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 | NOON - 1 PM
GEORGE NAKANO THEATRE
3330 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
They say a picture's worth a thousand words, but which words are those? Learn the form and content approach to viewing art which involves using language to describe and interpret the work's style, artist's techniques and the general essence of the piece. Whether you are a lover of art, a creator of art, or both, this lecture is for you. Art School in an Hour... 
WORK FOR THE CITY OF TORRANCE
The City of Torrance is a large and dynamic organization that is always looking for the right people to join our team. To find out the latest job openings, follow our City of Torrance Jobs page on Facebook. Your Opportunity is Waiting ...
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