Torrance eNEWSLETTER

Registration is open for the 36th Annual Harry Sutter Memorial Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot Fun Run. The run will take place on Thursday, Nov. 26, and begins at 8 a.m. at the Sam's Club parking lot. Register online or fill out an entry form and mail or walk it in to the Torrance Community Services Department by Nov. 20 to meet the regular registration deadline. Registration fees are $30 and include a commemorative race T-shirt. Register Today...

TORRANCE IS LOOKING
TO CELEBRATE VETERANS

Are you a veteran? Do you know a veteran? The City would like to recognize the brave men and women of Torrance who have served our country. Fill out this contact form or share the link! Learn more about the 2015 United States Military Veterans Week Celebration.

CALL FOR VENDORS FOR THE

33RD ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE

The Torrance Youth Council is sponsoring its 33rd Annual Christmas Boutique on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wilson Park. The boutique features a variety of hand-crafted goods such as toys, ceramics, needlework, quilts, dolls, jewelry, T-shirts and sweatshirts, stuffed animals and many one-of-a-kind items. The council is currently excepting applications for vendors who hand craft their goods. Apply to Be a Vendor...

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Stay up to date with what is happening in Torrance by finding us on social media. You can also follow us on Instagram @CityOfTorranceCA, then share your photos from community events and other fun places around town. Use #TorranceCA so we can find your shots and share them. And the City of Torrance is now on Periscope @TorranceCA. We will live stream from various community events, so follow us and stay informed.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LIVE STEAMERS
OPEN RUN DAY
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 | 11 AM - 3 PM
CHARLES H. WILSON PARK
2200 CRENSHAW BLVD.

Come ride the mini-trains! Southern California Live Steamers, Inc. is located at the eastern end of Wilson Park, near the picnic tables. The rides are free, but donations are greatly appreciated. Ride the Rails ...

'THIS WEEK IN TORRANCE'
IS ONLINE ANYTIME

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! See What's Happening...

VOLUME 5 | ISSUE 44

October 29 - November 4, 2015

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 | 4 - 8 PM

CHARLES H. WILSON PARK

2200 CRENSHAW BLVD.

The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to spend a fun evening at its annual Halloween Carnival. This event is a safe, family friendly alternative to trick-or-treating. The carnival will feature games, crafts, face painting, a photo area, spooky music by DJ Ozzie, a costume parade and much more! Unlimited-use wristbands are $9 per child, and are required to participate in all carnival activities. Food trucks also will be present selling yummy munchies. The carnival will take place, rain or shine. Dogs and other pets are not allowed at this event. Happy Halloween...

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The City of Torrance mass notification system, TorranceAlerts, enables you to get informational messages from the City in the event of an emergency. TorranceAlerts also lets you opt-in for other informative messages including major weather events, traffic, community events, library information and more. TorranceAlerts is provided by the City to help make sure you have the information you need when you need it. Register Now ...

CALIFORNIA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPE WORKSHOP

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 | 9 AM - NOON

WEST HIGH SCHOOL
20401 VICTOR ST.

Learn how to be a water-wise gardener at this landscaping workshop. Participants will learn about the following six topics: a holistic approach to gardening; building a living soil sponge; rethinking elements of a garden; choosing California-friendly plants; utilizing rainwater as a watering resource; and managing irrigation. Be Water Wise...

ANNUAL WEAVING AND FIBER FESTIVAL

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 | 10 AM - 4 PM
TORRANCE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

3330 TORRANCE BLVD.

The Weaving and Fiber Festival is an annual event that features fiber-related vendors, a fashion show, door prizes, demonstrations, guild challenges and fabric exhibits. Food will be available for purchase from The Lobos Truck. Admission is $10 and includes 12 door-prize tickets. Check It Out...

HOUSE OF HOPE FOUNDATION'S

4TH ANNUAL TALENT SHOW

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 | 2 - 4:30 PM

JAMES R. ARMSTRONG THEATRE

3330 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE

House of Hope is a treatment center for women in recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. Come out to this benefit and watch musicians, singers and comedians compete for cash prizes. All ticket proceeds go to House of Hope to provide financial assistance to women in need of substance use treatment. Support House of Hope...

FREE FLU SHOT CLINIC

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2 | 10 AM - NOON

KEN MILLER RECREATION CENTER

3341 TORRANCE BLVD.

It's beginning to look a lot like flu season! Members of the community are invited to this free flu shot clinic. For more information and to make your appointment, call (310) 320-5918. Please see your physician if you have a serious illness or are hypersensitive to eggs. Fight the Flu...

FREE WORKSHOP:
MAXIMIZE YOUR HOLIDAY ONLINE PROMOTIONS AND OFFERS

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 | NOON - 1:30 PM

TORRANCE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

3400 TORRANCE BLVD.

With the holiday season coming up, now is the time to plan online promotions that will increase sales at your business. This free workshop will teach you what you need to know about successful deals, promotion strategies and essential elements for creating an effective online promotion or event. This free event is sponsored by Constant Contact and The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce. Registration is Required...

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