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NEW BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT:

POKE BAR
21219 HAWTHORNE BLVD.
(IN THE VILLAGE DEL AMO CENTER)

Poke is popping up more and more as the raw fish dish that gained a following

in Hawaii is making its mark on the mainland. The newest entry into the local poke scene is Poke Bar in Torrance in the Village Del Amo shopping center. Diners can choose from a variety of bases, including rice and salad, then add the proteins of their choice. Selections include tuna, salmon, albacore, shrimp, octopus, scallopS and tofu. Then it gets mixed with sauces and a selection of toppings to create their perfect personal poke. Cool Combinations...

'THIS WEEK IN TORRANCE'
IS ONLINE ANYTIME

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...
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VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 33

August 18-24, 2016

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24 | 6 PM

TOYOTA MEETING HALL

3330 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE

On June 3, 2016, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Governing Board approved the establishment of a Special Revenue Fund to receive monies pursuant to a settlement agreement with ExxonMobil. SCAQMD will release a Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit project(s) amounting to approximately $2.77 million dollars to be implemented in Torrance. The community meeting this Wednesday is a space for residents and other interested parties to give ideas for potential projects that would provide public health and quality of life improvements. The final proposal will be presented to the SCAQMD Governing Board on Friday, Sept. 2, 2016. Share an Idea...

THE DROWSY CHAPERONE

SATURDAY, AUGUST 20 | 8 PM | $25-$35

SUNDAY, AUGUST 21 | 2 PM | $25-$35

JAMES R. ARMSTRONG THEATRE

3330 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE

The Torrance Theatre Company presents another weekend of performances of "The Drowsy Chaperone." In this "show within a show," The Man in Chair sits down to listen to a recording of his favorite Broadway musical, a parody of 1920s musical comedy. As he listens, the characters magically appear in his dingy apartment, bringing the show to life. There are six performances of "The Drowsy Chaperone" weekends through Aug. 27. Tickets to the show are $35 for adults; $30 for students with ID and those 65 years and older; and $25 for children 12 and under. Musical within a Comedy...

AQUACADE 2016
FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 | 8:15 PM

SATURDAY, AUGUST 20 |8:15 PM
$5 KIDS AND SENIORS | $8 ADULTS
VICTOR E. BENSTEAD PLUNGE
3331 TORRANCE BLVD.

The City of Torrance Community Services Department is proud to present Aquacade 2016. This synchronized swim show features a theme of "Summer Jam Mixtape - Block Party Weekend," which is sure to include some lively routines that will entertain guests of all ages. Find out more about Aquacade and the other Aquatics programs available through the City, and Dive Right In...

WMoF CELEBRITY SERIES: IF YOU HEARD IT, IT'S ALREADY GONE

SATURDAY, AUGUST 20

11 AM - NOON | LECTURE

NOON - 2 PM | BUILD A STEALTH MODEL

WESTERN MUSEUM OF FLIGHT

3315 AIRPORT DRIVE

Join Western Museum of Flight members for a talk from Col. Jim Shelton, the latest speaker in the Celebrity Lecture Series. Col. Shelton flew strategic
reconnaissance Black Ops missions in the SR-71 Blackbird, a plane that flew at 90,000 feet and required an oxygen mask and a pressurized suit. The SR-71 Blackbird was only flown by a handful of elite pilots. The plane was so fast that people would say, "if you heard the Blackbird, it is already gone." The lecture is free for WMoF members and $5 for non-members. After the lecture there will be an Easy Build Model Session from noon to 2 p.m. to build stealth model planes similar to the SR-71. Models you build are yours to keep for $14 per model plane. Fly By for Fun...

LOS CANCIONEROS MASTER CHORALE AUDITIONS

TUESDAY, AUGUST 23 | 7 PM - 10 PM

HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

3405 ARTESIA BLVD.

Calling all singers! Los Cancioneros Master Chorale is holding auditions for the 2016 - 2017 season. Among other requirements, the audition includes a solo of your choosing, singing intervals and a sight-reading exam. During the year, Los Cancioneros Master Chorale hosts four themed concerts. Contact Lorraine Pickus at (310) 377-4978 to register for an audition or fill out the form online to Join the Chorale...

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS TRI-LEAGUE KICKOFF 2016

SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 | 9:30 AM - NOON

THE DEPOT RESTAURANT

1250 CABRILLO AVENUE

The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, is hosting its annual kickoff event for Beach Cities, Palos Verdes Peninsula and Torrance members. Enjoy a brunch mixer from 10 to 11 a.m. and then hear from keynote speaker, Judge Michael Nash, Director of the Los Angeles County Office of Child Protection. The event is $30 per person. Checks should be made out to LWV Beach Cities and sent to Susan Grebe, 629 19th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 by Saturday Aug. 20. For more information and to make reservations, call (310) 545-2097. Brunch with Judge Nash...