Torrance eNEWSLETTER

WATCH THE WORK ZONE CAMERA
AT THE NEW TRANSIT CENTER SITE

Work has begun at the site of the Torrance Transit Park and Ride Regional Terminal. The construction of this facility will reduce single occupancy vehicle trips due to its close proximity to the I-405 and I-110 and its park and ride facilities. In addition the Transit Terminal will improve regional mobility linking Torrance Transit routes with other regional providers in the Transit Terminal. Find out more about this project and Watch the Progress...

PUBLIC WORKSHOP:
COYOTE MANAGEMENT
TUESDAY, JUNE 14 | 7 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
3031 TORRANCE BLVD.

The City of Torrance will hold a public workshop to discuss managing the coyote population in the City. The workshop will take place as part of the regularly scheduled City Council meeting, and is open to the public. The Torrance Police Department has offered information about dealing with coyotes. For suggestions on how to deter coyote activity in residential areas, Watch the Video...

TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY

PRESENTS "SELF HELP"
WEEKENDS UNTIL SUNDAY, JUNE 19 | $25
TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY
1316 CABRILLO AVENUE

Torrance Theatre Company presents "Self Help," its latest production. The show follows Hal and Cindy Savage, married actors who want to leave the theater behind and reinvent themselves as wildly successful self-help gurus. Catch this comedy on weekends from now until June 19. Tickets are $25 to See the Show...

'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! Catch Up...

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VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 21

May 26 - June 1, 2016

REMEMBERING THOSE WHO SERVED

A READING OF THE NAMES ON THE WALL

MONDAY, MAY 30, 2016 | 2 PM

VETERANS MEMORIAL PLAZA

(CORNER OF TORRANCE BLVD. AND MAPLE AVENUE)

"It doesn't take a hero to order men into battle.

It takes a hero to be one of those men who goes into battle."

- General Norman Schwarzkopf Jr.
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The Torrance Historical Society will conduct a Memorial Day service for Torrance service personnel who gave their lives in U.S. military actions. The program will include the reading of all the names on the Veterans Memorial Wall. Salute the Fallen...

REGISTER FOR SUMMER DAY CAMP

CITY HALL REGISTRATION OFFICE | 8 AM - 5 PM

3031 TORRANCE BLVD.

Torrance Summer Camps will be in session Monday, June 27 to Friday, Sept. 2 from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fees range from $130 to $155 per week and include crafts, outdoor games, walking field trips, and an off-site excursion. Summer Day Camps will be held at Greenwood Park, La Romeria Park and Wilson Park. Extended care will be available for an additional fee. The City of Torrance Community Services invites Torrance residents to take advantage of early Summer Day Camp registration for Torrance residents, happening now! Registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, June 1. Call (310) 618-2720 for more information. Summer Fun...

CITY YARD OPEN HOUSE & CAR SHOW
SATURDAY, JUNE 4 | 10 AM - 2 PM
CITY SERVICES FACILITY
20500 MADRONA AVENUE

Torrance hosts the City Yard Open House and Car Show once every two years. Stop by to check out City vehicles on display including buses, refuse trucks, high-rangers, dump trucks and fire trucks. This year the event includes food trucks, a mulch giveaway, a Disaster Preparedness Expo and an Environmental Fair with exhibits and vendors. Learn about natural landscaping techniques, water conservation, electric vehicles and City EV charging stations. There is no public parking available at the City Yard. Park at the Court House, 825 Maple Avenue and take the free shuttle to the City Yard for the event. Fun for All...

CHILI, CHILIES AND HOT SAUCES:

A SPICY SAMPLING OF CALIFORNIA'S HISTORY

SATURDAY, MAY 28 | 11 AM

EL RETIRO LIBRARY

126 VISTA DEL PARQUE

Ernest Miller, a chef, historian and educator will give a talk about chili, chilies and hot sauces in California's history. This program is free, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library, but space is limited so registration is required. To register please call the El Retiro Library at (310) 375-0922. Hot Topic...

BRIDAL EXPO LA: LOVE IS IN THE AIR

SUNDAY, MAY 29 | 11 AM - 4 PM

TORRANCE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

3330 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE

Bridal Expo LA brings Southern California's best wedding and special events vendors to you! Check out wedding exhibits, live music, wedding cakes, chocolate fountains, fabric treatments, catering and floral displays. There also will be a high-end bridal fashion show with evening gowns, tuxedos and flower girl dresses. There will be lots of door prizes and giveaways including an entire ceremony for one lucky couple. You can purchase general admission tickets for $10 and VIP tickets for $20 online. Love Is in the Air...

CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES FORUM

TUESDAY, MAY 31 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM

KATY GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY

3301 TORRANCE BLVD.

Don't miss the final City Council Candidates Forum. This is the last chance to meet and hear from the six candidates who are running to fill three open seats on the Torrance City Council. Make sure to also check out the Torrance Votes page to research the candidates and get information before the June 7 election. Some forums are also available to view online. Be Informed...

PET VACCINATION AND MICROCHIPPING EVENT

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1 | 6 - 8 PM

WILSON PARK TORRANCE ANIMAL CONTROL BUILDING

2200 JEFFERSON STREET

The City of Torrance is hosting 1st Care Animal Health Clinics for an annual rabies clinic. Stop by the Wilson Park Animal Control Building for dog and cat vaccines and microchipping given by licensed 1st Care veterinarians. Prices are $16 for a thimerosal-free canine rabies vaccination; $26 for an adjuvant and thimerosal-free feline rabies vaccination; and $20 for microchipping and free lifetime registration. All services are drop-in, so no appointments are necessary. Protect Your Pet...