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Thursday, December 1, 2011 |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve; 3201 Plaza Del Amo
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Hey, Kids! Come see some of the plants and animals on a guided tour of the Madrona Marsh Preserve. Stollers are ok. Pre-K is the target audience. $5 donation per child is requested.
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Friday, December 2, 2011 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed.
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Friday, December 2, 2011 |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Join Cindy Reid every Friday for this educational, fun program called "Friday Fun." This is a hands-on program for preschoolers ages 3-6 years and their parents or guardians. The program is offered at no charge every Friday from 10 -11:30 a.m. The program incorporates story time, science, art and a tour emphasizing the chosen topic. Some weeks there will also be potting or other activities added. Topics (insects, animals or plants) emphasize respect for all living things and prepare children to be good stewards of the planet. 20 kids maximum. Pre-registration is required, please call the Nature Center to register (310)782-3989. $5 donation accepted.
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Saturday, December 3, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Charles H. Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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The Torrance Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from over 60 California farms. The market is held at Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Listen to live music, and stay for breakfast or lunch.
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Saturday, December 3, 2011 |
8:45 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Join us for our restoration program every Saturday from 8:45 a.m. - 12 noon on the Preserve planting natives, weeding, propagating or maybe watering new plants. Wear closed toe shoes, bring gloves and be ready to work. Refreshments are provided. Rain cancels this program. Late comers will be sent away.
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Saturday, December 3, 2011 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza del Amo, Torrance, CA
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Please join CSUDH professor Dr. Connie Vanheim for entertaining and educational classes on various native plant topics. Every month is a different topic - never the same class twice! Topics range from 'Edible Seeds and Berries' to 'Chaparrel Communities and Pruning Techniques'. After each presentation, Connie will lead the class through the Nature Center's Native Plant Garden to illustrate key points and further discussion. Handouts are included. THIS MONTH'S TOPIC IS "RADIANT REDS: Native Plants and Pink Flowers." This class is best for adults. $5 donation accepted.
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Tuesday, December 6, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Charles H. Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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The Torrance Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from over 60 California farms. The market is held at Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Listen to live music, and stay for breakfast or lunch.
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Tuesday, December 6, 2011 |
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve; 3201 Plaza Del Amo
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Take a stroll with Dave Moody and Ron Melin as you identify the different species of birds at the Madrona Marsh as well as other parks throughout the City of Torrance. This walk is welcome to all ages and is free. Re-occurs on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Tuesday of every month.
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Tuesday, December 6, 2011 |
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza del Amo, Torrance, CA
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Please join CSUDH professor Dr. Connie Vanheim for entertaining and educational classes on various native plant topics. Every month is a different topic - never the same class twice! Topics range from 'Edible Seeds and Berries' to 'Chaparrel Communities and Pruning Techniques'. After each presentation, Connie will lead the class through the Nature Center's Native Plant Garden to illustrate key points and further discussion. Handouts are included. FREE/donations accepted. THIS MONTH'S TOPIC IS "MAGNIFICENT MANZANITAS: the Genus Arctostaphylos."
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Saturday, December 10, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Charles H. Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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The Torrance Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from over 60 California farms. The market is held at Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Listen to live music, and stay for breakfast or lunch.
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Saturday, December 10, 2011 |
8:45 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Join us for our restoration program every Saturday from 8:45 a.m. - 12 noon on the Preserve planting natives, weeding, propagating or maybe watering new plants. Wear closed toe shoes, bring gloves and be ready to work. Refreshments are provided. Rain cancels this program. Late comers will be sent away.
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Saturday, December 10, 2011 |
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center
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Are you stumped as to how to re-design your garden so it is more drought tolerant? Do you want to learn about where and how to plant California Native Plants? This series offers step-by-step personalized assistance in all aspects of creating a new garden. $70 per person or $80 per couple. This will be a 4 class workshop with Dr. Connie Vadheim a profressor from Cal State Dominguez Hills. Registration required for this workshop. To register call the Nature Center at (310)782-3989
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Sunday, December 11, 2011 |
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance
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Bring the whole family for our Second Sunday Science program. $5 per person. This Month's topic: Families welcome with children 8+.
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Tuesday, December 13, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Charles H. Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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The Torrance Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from over 60 California farms. The market is held at Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Listen to live music, and stay for breakfast or lunch.
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Tuesday, December 13, 2011 |
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve; 3201 Plaza Del Amo
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Enjoy a leisurely stroll on the Preserve while learning more about this fascinating vernal marsh. All ages are welcome. This walk is free.
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Wednesday, December 14, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve; 3201 Plaza Del Amo
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Whether your an avid birder or just a beginner, you'll have fun on this walk. Search the Preserve for our local residents and seasonal visitors. Bob Shanman is a local birding expert and vibrant speaker.
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Friday, December 16, 2011 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed.
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Friday, December 16, 2011 |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Join Cindy Reid every Friday for this educational, fun program called "Friday Fun." This is a hands-on program for preschoolers ages 3-6 years and their parents or guardians. The program is offered at no charge every Friday from 10 -11:30 a.m. The program incorporates story time, science, art and a tour emphasizing the chosen topic. Some weeks there will also be potting or other activities added. Topics (insects, animals or plants) emphasize respect for all living things and prepare children to be good stewards of the planet. 20 kids maximum. Pre-registration is required, please call the Nature Center to register (310)782-3989. $5 donation accepted.
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Saturday, December 17, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Charles H. Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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The Torrance Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from over 60 California farms. The market is held at Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Listen to live music, and stay for breakfast or lunch.
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Saturday, December 17, 2011 |
8:45 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Join us for our restoration program every Saturday from 8:45 a.m. - 12 noon on the Preserve planting natives, weeding, propagating or maybe watering new plants. Wear closed toe shoes, bring gloves and be ready to work. Refreshments are provided. Rain cancels this program. Late comers will be sent away.
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Saturday, December 17, 2011 |
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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City of Lomita, City Hall Parking Lot, 24300 Narbonne Ave. between Sepulveda Blvd. and Lomita Blvd.
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Properly dispose of your residential hazardous, electronic, and sharps waste by bringing it to a roundup open to all L.A. County residents.
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Saturday, December 17, 2011 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Take a relaxing, informative walk with a docent, exploring and enjoying the Preserve. All ages welcome. This walk is free and happens the 4th weekend of every month on Saturday and Sunday. For more information please call the Nature Center (310)782-3989.
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Sunday, December 18, 2011 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Take a relaxing informative walk with a docent, exploring and enjoying the Preserve in the fall. All ages welcome. This walk is free and happens the 4th weekend of every month on Saturday and Sunday. For more information please call the Nature Center at (310)782-3989.
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Tuesday, December 20, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Charles H. Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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The Torrance Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from over 60 California farms. The market is held at Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Listen to live music, and stay for breakfast or lunch.
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Tuesday, December 20, 2011 |
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve
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Take a stroll with Dave Moody and Ron Melin as you identify the different species of birds at the Madrona Marsh as well as other parks throughout the City of Torrance. This walk is welcome to all ages and is free. Re-occurs on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Tuesday of every month.
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Friday, December 23, 2011 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed
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Saturday, December 24, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Charles H. Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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The Torrance Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from over 60 California farms. The market is held at Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Listen to live music, and stay for breakfast or lunch.
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Sunday, December 25, 2011 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed
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Monday, December 26, 2011 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed
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Tuesday, December 27, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Charles H. Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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The Torrance Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from over 60 California farms. The market is held at Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Listen to live music, and stay for breakfast or lunch.
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Friday, December 30, 2011 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed.
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Saturday, December 31, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Charles H. Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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The Torrance Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from over 60 California farms. The market is held at Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Listen to live music, and stay for breakfast or lunch.
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