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Week of Sunday, December 11, 2011
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Sunday, December 11, 2011 |
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance
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The Torrance Youth Council is sponsoring their 29th Annual Christmas Boutique. Come find that one-of-a-kind hand made gift or stocking stuffer for the holidays. Arts and Craft Vendors will be on hand selling a wide varity of goods. Bring the kids, there will food vendors, crafts and photos with Santa for a nominal fee.
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Sunday, December 11, 2011 |
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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The Katy Geissert Civic Center Library is open today from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Full services available. Please call the Katy Geissert Civic Center Library at 310-618-5959 for more information.
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Sunday, December 11, 2011 |
1:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Enjoy this fundraising evening of Japanese dance.
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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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Sunday, December 11, 2011 |
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Torrance Historical Society & Museum, 1345 Post Ave., Old Torrance
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You're invited to a reading of . . . 'Twas the Night Before Christmas!
Children of all ages and adults who are young at heart, are invited to the Torrance Historical Society & Museum for a reading of the holiday classic - 'Twas the Night Before Christmas.
Former Torrance City Councilman Paul Nowatka will cozy down in an antique wingback chair and delight listeners with this magical tale. At the sound of sleigh bells ringing, Santa will pay a surprise visit. Each guest will leave with a treat (compliments of COSTCO), and one lucky winner will depart with their very own copy of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. Other guests will also have an opportunity to win a teddy bear.
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Monday, December 12, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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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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Wednesday, December 14, 2011 |
4:00 PM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Craig shares versions of some well known holiday songs from a variety of cultures. This program is free and no registration is required, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information.
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Thursday, December 15, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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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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Friday, December 16, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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George Nakano Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Wendy Katagi and friends present original, jazz, and classic Christmas music including sing-a-long carols and songs from Wendy’s newly released CD, Rise in Hope Again.
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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 - Noon
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Torrance Cultural Arts Center[Torrance Cultural Arts Center]
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Enjoy breakfast and a visit with Santa at this annual holiday event. Reservations required.
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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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Saturday, December 17, 2011 |
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Western Museum of Flight, 3315 Airport Dr., Torrance
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A two-fer event!
Almost nightly the network news has a story of the U. S. military using unmanned drones in Iraq and Afghanistan. New technology? Hardly. Ryan Aeronautical was selected to deploy unmanned aircraft; drones, to gather intelligence and, if needed, to provide protection to manned aircraft … in the 60’s and 70’s. This segment of the Celebrity Series brings nearly a half century of “new” technology to the WMoF. Featured speaker Barry Tyson presents a lecture on the Ryan family of drones and the missions performed, many years before the Predator and Global Hawk.
The history pulls back the covers on US intelligence gathering in an era of the U-2 downing of Gary Powers, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the 6-day war in the Mideast and, above all, the Viet Nam war with looming threats from China and North Korea.
In addition to this special lecture, we are privileged to host the presentation of the FAA Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award to long-time museum patron, Ralph Martin. This prestigious award is presented to Ralph for 50 years of safe flying as well as his other contributions to aviation. Please join us for this presentation immediately following the lecture. Refreshments will be served.
Please join us. As always, WMOF Members are free; non-members are $5, which also includes access to WMOF museum exhibits. Free parking.
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Saturday, December 17, 2011 |
2:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Usher in the holidays with The Nutcracker, danced in classical ballet tradition with featured artists Monique Delhaye and Jeremy Carney.
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Saturday, December 17, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Usher in the holidays with The Nutcracker, danced in classical ballet tradition with featured artists Monique Delhaye and Jeremy Carney.
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Saturday, December 17, 2011 |
7:30 PM
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George Nakano Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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