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NEW BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: 
CREAMISTRY
24329 CRENSHAW BLVD., SUITE G
(TORRANCE CROSSROADS CENTER)  
Creamistry, which specializes in fresh, made-to-order ice cream using liquid
nitrogen, recently opened up in the Torrance Crossroads shopping center. The rapid freezing process is said to make for frozen treats that are very smooth and creamy. With a variety of ingredients available, customers can enjoy unique combinations with more than 70 flavors and toppings. And the ice cream is made right before your eyes! Cool Treats...
"This Week in Torrance" recently featured Creamistry. Watch Now... 
TORRANCE ROSE FLOAT ASSOCIATION
LUAU PARTY FUNDRAISER
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6 | 5-9 PM
KEN MILLER RECREATION CENTER
3341 TORRANCE BLVD.
The Torrance Rose Float Association invites you to its Luau Party Fundraiser. The Luau features live music, a spectacular Hawaiian show and plenty of island food. Dress in Hawaiian clothes and hula on over to support the TRFA's 2017 Tournament of Roses Parade float entry. Tickets are $50 for adults and $25 for children. Say Aloha...
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Watch "This Week in Torrance" with anchors Jin Chun and Ben McCain. The show takes a look at news, events and more in Torrance. Make sure to tune in every week for news that affects our community. Catch Up...
And see all the shows Torrance CitiCABLE has to offer, including new episodes of "Community Cooking" and "The SportsDesk" with new host Byron Newsome. Watch Now ... 
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VOLUME 6  |  ISSUE 31     
 August 4-10, 2016
55TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL SURF FESTIVAL
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 7
VARIOUS LOCATIONS 
Every year, the four South Bay beach cities team up with the Los Angeles County Fire Department and the Department of Beaches and Harbors to put on the International Surf Festival. This year, the City of Torrance is the host! The festival spans four days and includes 18 different competitive events for participants of all ages. The three main events are the Judge Taplin Lifeguard Medley Relay, the Dwight Crum Pier-to-Pier Swim and the Charley Saikley 6-Man Volleyball Tournament. There is also a surfing contest, bodysurfing contest, beach run, paddleboard races and even a sandcastle building contest. Attending the festival to cheer on participants is free. Schedule of Events...  
CONCERT IN THE PARK: 5MILERADIUS
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6 | 2 - 4 PM
COLUMBIA PARK
4045 190TH STREET
The Torrance Community Services Department presents another great Concert in the Park. Bring snacks and a blanket, and come out to Columbia Park to enjoy a free concert by 5MileRadius. The band, composed entirely of South Bay locals, adds its own unique sound to covers of classic rock and blues songs by The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Joe Walsh and Muddy Waters. Rock On...
ARTIST RECEPTION FOR PAUL BLIEDEN
FRIDAY, AUGUST 5 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
MADRONA MARSH NATURE CENTER
3201 PLAZA DEL AMO
Join the Friends of Madrona Marsh for Paul Blieden's artist reception in the Nature Center. Check out Paul's exhibit of nature photography, including some photos taken at our own Madrona Marsh. Light refreshments will be provided, and the event is free. For more information and to register for the event, call Madrona Marsh Nature Center at (310) 782-3989.  Meet Paul at the Marsh...
CO-REC SWIM NIGHT
FRIDAY, AUGUST 5 | 7-9 PM
VICTOR E. BENSTEAD PLUNGE
3331 TORRANCE BLVD.
The Community Services Department invites Torrance middle-schoolers to beat the heat at another summer Co-Rec Swim Night. Swim in the Plunge's outdoor pool and then enjoy a yummy barbecue dinner. Swimsuits are required and no T-shirts, shorts or street clothes are allowed in the pool. Admission, including pool play and dinner, is $4 for Co-Rec members and $6 for guests. A Torrance middle school ID or fifth grade report card is mandatory for guest admission. Dive In... 
LACMA ON-SITE: FAMILY ART WORKSHOPS
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM
KATY GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY
3301 TORRANCE BLVD.
Get the LACMA workshop experience without the drive. Los Angeles County Museum of Art artists are making a special on-site visit at the Civic Center Library to teach a family art workshop. The class is designed to stimulate critical thinking, support creative expression and provide meaningful experiences with art for all ages. This free workshop is limited to the first 25 participants. Register by calling (310) 618-5964. Get Artsy...
FLAVORED VINEGARS WORKSHOP WITH CONNIE VADHEIM
SUNDAY, AUGUST 7 | 1-3 PM
MADRONA MARSH NATURE CENTER AND PRESERVE
3201 PLAZA DEL AMO
Did you know that you can make your own salad dressings, sauces and vinegars from native greens and fruits? Join Professor Connie Vadheim for another great hands-on workshop. You'll walk through Madrona Marsh's native plants garden and learn about tasty natives that could be right in your back yard. Afterward, use the plants you've collected to make flavored vinegars. The workshop costs $7 per person to cover the cost of supplies. Pre-register by calling the Madrona Marsh Nature Center at (310) 782-3989. Made in the Marsh...
CATCH 'EM ALL AT THE SOUTHEAST LIBRARY
MONDAY - THURSDAY | 11:30 AM, 2 PM AND 4:45 PM
SOUTHEAST LIBRARY
23115 ARLINGTON AVENUE
Torrance libraries are now PokéStops! Catch a Pokémon as you check out a new library book. Maximize your chances at catching a rare Pokémon by visiting the Southeast Library. Mondays through Thursdays at 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4:45 p.m., this library uses a Lure Module to attract lots of Pokémon. Lures only last for 30 minutes, so arrive on time to Catch 'Em All...