http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=startup;calID=2020;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a WebEvent View 2.7.0 build 42684 http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70097;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Sun, Jul 1, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA Summer Resident Camp at Camp Whittle in Big Bear August 4-11, 2012 for teens entering 6-12 grade. For more information please contact 310-325-5885 or www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=68465;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Madrona Marsh Date: Sun, Jul 1, 2012 Description: Visit Madrona Marsh Nature Center to purchase your tickets for this years Moonlight Magic Fundraising Event. A Fundraising Celebration on the Preserve in the Moonlight. Dinner, music, auctions, dancing, and laughter. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70203;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Sun, Jul 1, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA presents many summer camp programs for children preschool to teens. For more information, please contact 310-325-5885 or visit www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=67100;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Debbie Collins Date: Sun, Jul 1, 2012 Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Description: Torrance Craftmen's Guild Art in the Park http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70372;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Dorie Hernandez Date: Sun, Jul 1, 2012 Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Description: A fund-raising event to benefit Family Promise of the South Bay. Similar to a walk-a-thon, participants raise money in pledges, then sleep overnight in a carboard box to raise awareness for homeless families in the South Bay. Awards/prizes, entertainment, speakers, games and food provided. Deadline to register July 23rd. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70099;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA Summer Resident Camp at Camp Whittle in Big Bear August 4-11, 2012 for teens entering 6-12 grade. For more information please contact 310-325-5885 or www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=68494;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Madrona Marsh Date: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 Description: Visit Madrona Marsh Nature Center to purchase your tickets for this years Moonlight Magic Fundraising Event. A Fundraising Celebration on the Preserve in the Moonlight. Dinner, music, auctions, dancing, and laughter. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70205;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA presents many summer camp programs for children preschool to teens. For more information, please contact 310-325-5885 or visit www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=64214;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Vic Arevalo Date: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Description: Don’t spend Summer at home! Come to summer camp and enjoy fun filled days participating in indoor crafts, outdoor games, walking field trips and an excursion every week! Torrance Summer Camps will hold 10 weekly sessions from Monday, June 18, 2012 to Friday, August 24, 2012, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fees range from $125 to $155 per week. Fun Camp, for ages 6-11, is held at Greenwood Park and La Romeria Park. Teen Camp, for ages 12-14, is held at Greenwood Park. Sports Camp, for ages 7-13, is held at Wilson Park. Extended Care is also available for Camps. Morning Care is 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Fees are $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. After Care is 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fees are for $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/DayCamps http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69656;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Walteria Library Date: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 Time: 10:30 AM Description: Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=64552;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Vic Arevalo Date: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 Time: Noon - 4:00 PM Description: Summer Parks: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at the parks this Summer. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts at no cost! Young children should be accompanied by an adult, as this is a drop in program where children can come and go as they please. Parks will operate Monday, June 18, 2012 - Friday, August 17, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks/6616.htm http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69332;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Youth Services Department Date: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 Time: 2:00 PM Description: See what artistic creation you can find in the darkness at this story and craft program. Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free and open to all ages, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70377;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Dorie Hernandez Date: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Description: A fund-raising event to benefit Family Promise of the South Bay. Similar to a walk-a-thon, participants raise money in pledges, then sleep overnight in a carboard box to raise awareness for homeless families in the South Bay. Awards/prizes, entertainment, speakers, games and food provided. Deadline to register July 23rd. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69322;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a North Torrance Library Date: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 Time: 6:30 PM Description: Join the Mystery Book Group for a discussion of The Serialist by David Gordon. Part of Between the Covers: Adult Summer Reading Program. This discussion is free, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69594;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a North Torrance Library Date: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 Time: 6:30 PM Description: Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Youth North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70585;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a City Clerk Date: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 Time: 7:00 PM http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70207;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA presents many summer camp programs for children preschool to teens. For more information, please contact 310-325-5885 or visit www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=68502;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Madrona Marsh Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Description: Visit Madrona Marsh Nature Center to purchase your tickets for this years Moonlight Magic Fundraising Event. A Fundraising Celebration on the Preserve in the Moonlight. Dinner, music, auctions, dancing, and laughter. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70101;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA Summer Resident Camp at Camp Whittle in Big Bear August 4-11, 2012 for teens entering 6-12 grade. For more information please contact 310-325-5885 or www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47452;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Nature Center Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=64219;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Vic Arevalo Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Description: Don’t spend Summer at home! Come to summer camp and enjoy fun filled days participating in indoor crafts, outdoor games, walking field trips and an excursion every week! Torrance Summer Camps will hold 10 weekly sessions from Monday, June 18, 2012 to Friday, August 24, 2012, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fees range from $125 to $155 per week. Fun Camp, for ages 6-11, is held at Greenwood Park and La Romeria Park. Teen Camp, for ages 12-14, is held at Greenwood Park. Sports Camp, for ages 7-13, is held at Wilson Park. Extended Care is also available for Camps. Morning Care is 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Fees are $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. After Care is 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fees are for $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/DayCamps http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=61455;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a City Clerk Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 9:00 AM http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=66391;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Nature Center Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 10:00 AM - Noon Description: Volunteers are needed for habitat restoration every Tuesday and Wednesday morning. Join the group and gain expertise about weeds of the South Bay. This program is for adults willing to make a minimum commitment of 50-100 hours per year. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69563;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a North Torrance Library Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 10:30 AM Description: Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69393;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Youth Services Department Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 10:30 AM Description: Babies (ages 6 - 18 mos) and caregivers are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69532;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Henderson Library Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 10:30 AM Description: Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=63135;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a El Retiro Library Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 10:30 AM Description: The El Retiro Book Group meets to discuss great books. The discussion is free and no registration is required. Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69625;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Southeast Library Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 11:00 AM Description: Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=64558;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Vic Arevalo Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: Noon - 4:00 PM Description: Summer Parks: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at the parks this Summer. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts at no cost! Young children should be accompanied by an adult, as this is a drop in program where children can come and go as they please. Parks will operate Monday, June 18, 2012 - Friday, August 17, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks/6616.htm http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69795;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Torrance Cultural Arts Center Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 12:10 PM - 1:00 PM Description: Enjoy a lecture on how to analyze paintings and sculpture using art vernacular. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=65734;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Vic Arevalo Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM Description: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for Fun In The Sun at Delthorne Park from 12:30-2:30 p.m. where staff will offer a variety of innovative group based outdoor games designed to stimulate and challenge participants. The Fun In The Sun program is free. This program is non-custodial, where children can come and go as they please. For more information on upcoming dates and locations, phone (310) 618-2930 or visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks/6616.htm http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69362;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Henderson Library Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 2:00 PM Description: Decide what the monster in your closet or under your bed must look like with this fun story and craft. Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free and open to all ages, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69706;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a North Torrance Library Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 3:00 PM Description: Express your vision for your future in this special project with artist Peggy Hasegawa. Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free and open to all ages, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70382;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Dorie Hernandez Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Description: A fund-raising event to benefit Family Promise of the South Bay. Similar to a walk-a-thon, participants raise money in pledges, then sleep overnight in a carboard box to raise awareness for homeless families in the South Bay. Awards/prizes, entertainment, speakers, games and food provided. Deadline to register July 23rd. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=44761;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Nature Center Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Description: 1st Saturday of every month from 10-12 p.m.-repeated the following Tuesday 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Dr. Connie Vadheim(CSU Dominguez Hills Professor) will discuss local native plants as part of this gardening series. Featured will be plants native to the lowland areas of western L.A. County. Class will include a walk in the Madrona Marsh Native Garden, where students can see some of the featured plants. Topic changes every month. Donations accepted. Call the Nature Center or visit our Website. No classes Sept/Oct. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=62245;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a City Clerk Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 7:00 PM Description: NO MEETING http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=61720;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a City Clerk Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 7:00 PM http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69429;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Youth Services Department Date: Tue, Jul 3, 2012 Time: 7:00 PM Description: Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=68510;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Madrona Marsh Date: Wed, Jul 4, 2012 Description: Visit Madrona Marsh Nature Center to purchase your tickets for this years Moonlight Magic Fundraising Event. A Fundraising Celebration on the Preserve in the Moonlight. Dinner, music, auctions, dancing, and laughter. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57565;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Library Administration Date: Wed, Jul 4, 2012 Description: All Torrance Libraries are closed for Independence Day. Outside materials returns will be open, and online resources and renewals will be available. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70209;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Wed, Jul 4, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA presents many summer camp programs for children preschool to teens. For more information, please contact 310-325-5885 or visit www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70103;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Wed, Jul 4, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA Summer Resident Camp at Camp Whittle in Big Bear August 4-11, 2012 for teens entering 6-12 grade. For more information please contact 310-325-5885 or www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=74969;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a webmaster@TorranceCA.Gov Date: Wed, Jul 4, 2012 Description: City Hall will be closed http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70599;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a City Clerk Date: Wed, Jul 4, 2012 Time: 3:00 PM http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70387;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Dorie Hernandez Date: Wed, Jul 4, 2012 Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Description: A fund-raising event to benefit Family Promise of the South Bay. Similar to a walk-a-thon, participants raise money in pledges, then sleep overnight in a carboard box to raise awareness for homeless families in the South Bay. Awards/prizes, entertainment, speakers, games and food provided. Deadline to register July 23rd. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=61903;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a City Clerk Date: Wed, Jul 4, 2012 Time: 7:00 PM http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70211;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA presents many summer camp programs for children preschool to teens. For more information, please contact 310-325-5885 or visit www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=68518;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Madrona Marsh Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Description: Visit Madrona Marsh Nature Center to purchase your tickets for this years Moonlight Magic Fundraising Event. A Fundraising Celebration on the Preserve in the Moonlight. Dinner, music, auctions, dancing, and laughter. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70105;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA Summer Resident Camp at Camp Whittle in Big Bear August 4-11, 2012 for teens entering 6-12 grade. For more information please contact 310-325-5885 or www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=64229;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Vic Arevalo Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Description: Don’t spend Summer at home! Come to summer camp and enjoy fun filled days participating in indoor crafts, outdoor games, walking field trips and an excursion every week! Torrance Summer Camps will hold 10 weekly sessions from Monday, June 18, 2012 to Friday, August 24, 2012, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fees range from $125 to $155 per week. Fun Camp, for ages 6-11, is held at Greenwood Park and La Romeria Park. Teen Camp, for ages 12-14, is held at Greenwood Park. Sports Camp, for ages 7-13, is held at Wilson Park. Extended Care is also available for Camps. Morning Care is 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Fees are $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. After Care is 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fees are for $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/DayCamps http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=66399;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Nature Center Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Description: Hey Kids bring your favorite adult! Let's hike on the Preserve listening for birds, looking for frogs and learning about nature. Ages 3 months - 6 years. $5 donation requested. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=66711;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Nature Center Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Time: 10:00 AM - Noon Description: Would you like to become a Junior Naturalist? During this series of classes, students will learn about nature and develop observation and documentation skills so that they can better understand the natural world. Ages 8-13+. Pre-registration is required. For more information please contact the Nature Center at 310-782-3989. $5 per student per class. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=66114;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Nature Center Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Description: Join the Propagation Society and Linda Gonzales as we plant seeds for the future of the Preserve. Learn how to: prepare soil for planting on the Marsh, grow native plants for restoration and fund raising events at the Madrona Marsh, 'pot up' plants to larger containers, collect and 'clean' seeds and prune native plants in the nursery. This program occurs every Thursday. Best for Adults or College Age Students. FREE For more information contact the Nature Center at; (310)782-3989. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=64568;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Vic Arevalo Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Time: Noon - 4:00 PM Description: Summer Parks: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at the parks this Summer. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts at no cost! Young children should be accompanied by an adult, as this is a drop in program where children can come and go as they please. Parks will operate Monday, June 18, 2012 - Friday, August 17, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks/6616.htm http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=65739;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Vic Arevalo Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Time: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM Description: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for Fun In The Sun at El Retiro Park from 12:30-2:30 p.m. where staff will offer a variety of innovative group based outdoor games designed to stimulate and challenge participants. The Fun In The Sun program is free. This program is non-custodial, where children can come and go as they please. For more information on upcoming dates and locations, phone (310) 618-2930 or visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks/6616.htm http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69347;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Walteira Library Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Time: 4:00 PM Description: See what artistic creation you can find in the darkness at this story and craft program. Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free and open to all ages, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70392;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Dorie Hernandez Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Description: A fund-raising event to benefit Family Promise of the South Bay. Similar to a walk-a-thon, participants raise money in pledges, then sleep overnight in a carboard box to raise awareness for homeless families in the South Bay. Awards/prizes, entertainment, speakers, games and food provided. Deadline to register July 23rd. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=62053;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a City Clerk Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 Time: 7:00 PM http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70213;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Fri, Jul 6, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA presents many summer camp programs for children preschool to teens. For more information, please contact 310-325-5885 or visit www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70107;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Fri, Jul 6, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA Summer Resident Camp at Camp Whittle in Big Bear August 4-11, 2012 for teens entering 6-12 grade. For more information please contact 310-325-5885 or www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=68526;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Madrona Marsh Date: Fri, Jul 6, 2012 Description: Visit Madrona Marsh Nature Center to purchase your tickets for this years Moonlight Magic Fundraising Event. A Fundraising Celebration on the Preserve in the Moonlight. Dinner, music, auctions, dancing, and laughter. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=64234;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Vic Arevalo Date: Fri, Jul 6, 2012 Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Description: Don’t spend Summer at home! Come to summer camp and enjoy fun filled days participating in indoor crafts, outdoor games, walking field trips and an excursion every week! Torrance Summer Camps will hold 10 weekly sessions from Monday, June 18, 2012 to Friday, August 24, 2012, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fees range from $125 to $155 per week. Fun Camp, for ages 6-11, is held at Greenwood Park and La Romeria Park. Teen Camp, for ages 12-14, is held at Greenwood Park. Sports Camp, for ages 7-13, is held at Wilson Park. Extended Care is also available for Camps. Morning Care is 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Fees are $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. After Care is 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fees are for $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/DayCamps http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=66403;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Nature Center Date: Fri, Jul 6, 2012 Time: 10:00 AM - Noon Description: "Friday Fun" is a hands-on program for preschoolers, ages 3-6 years and their parents or guardians. The program will be offered at no charge every Friday from 10-12:00 p.m. The program will incorporate story time, science, art and a tour emphasizing the chosen topic. Some weeks there will also be potting or other activities. The topics emphasize respect for all living things and prepare the children (and parents) to be good stewards of the planet. Donations accepted. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to 20 kids. To register call the Nature Center at 310-782-3989. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69460;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Youth Services Department Date: Fri, Jul 6, 2012 Time: 10:30 AM Description: Toddlers (ages 12 - 36 mos) and caregivers are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs, and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=64573;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Vic Arevalo Date: Fri, Jul 6, 2012 Time: Noon - 4:00 PM Description: Summer Parks: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at the parks this Summer. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts at no cost! Young children should be accompanied by an adult, as this is a drop in program where children can come and go as they please. Parks will operate Monday, June 18, 2012 - Friday, August 17, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks/6616.htm http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70397;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Dorie Hernandez Date: Fri, Jul 6, 2012 Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Description: A fund-raising event to benefit Family Promise of the South Bay. Similar to a walk-a-thon, participants raise money in pledges, then sleep overnight in a carboard box to raise awareness for homeless families in the South Bay. Awards/prizes, entertainment, speakers, games and food provided. Deadline to register July 23rd. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70215;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Sat, Jul 7, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA presents many summer camp programs for children preschool to teens. For more information, please contact 310-325-5885 or visit www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70109;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Sat, Jul 7, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA Summer Resident Camp at Camp Whittle in Big Bear August 4-11, 2012 for teens entering 6-12 grade. For more information please contact 310-325-5885 or www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70915;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Nature Center Date: Sat, Jul 7, 2012 Description: This is an all day event! For more information phone the Nature Center at 310-782-3989 or go on the city's website at: www.TorranceCA.Gov or www.friendsofmadronamarsh.com. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70052;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Sharon Drobka Date: Sat, Jul 7, 2012 Description: Torrance-South Bay YMCA Summer Resident Camp at Camp Round Meadow in Big Bear July 7-14, 2012 for children entering 3-6 grade. For more information please contact 310-325-5885 or www.ymcala.org/tsb http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=68534;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Madrona Marsh Date: Sat, Jul 7, 2012 Description: Visit Madrona Marsh Nature Center to purchase your tickets for this years Moonlight Magic Fundraising Event. A Fundraising Celebration on the Preserve in the Moonlight. Dinner, music, auctions, dancing, and laughter. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=48139;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Nature Center Date: Sat, Jul 7, 2012 Time: 8:45 AM - Noon Description: Starting June 1, 2012, 50 person limit for this program. You must register to attend. You may register on Saturdays at 12 noon or you may register by calling the Nature Center at; (310)782-3989. If you plan to attend with a group each person must individually sign up. If you no show after you have signed up, you may not sign up again for 2 weeks. 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. If you are 15 years or younger you must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=43197;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Nature Center Date: Sat, Jul 7, 2012 Time: 10:00 AM - Noon Description: Please join CSUDH professor Dr. Connie Vadheim 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 class is best for adults. Donations accepted. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=31143;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Mario Artavia II Date: Sat, Jul 7, 2012 Time: 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM Description: The South Bay Scooter Club meets the first Saturday of every month for a chance to ride around the South Bay on our scooters with fellow scooter enthusiasts. Though vintage Italian scooters are preferred, all types of scooters are always welcome. Meet at Claim Jumper restaurant in Torrance at 12:30pm. Ride leaves around 1pm-ish. Different routes and end spots are chosen every month. Come out and ride!! http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69312;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Audiovisual Department Date: Sat, Jul 7, 2012 Time: 2:00 PM Description: Join us for a movie about a newlywed couple recovering from a car accident that left the wife with memory loss, and her husband vowing to win her heart again. Part of Between the Covers: Adult Summer Reading Program. Free admission, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Audiovisual Department at 310-618-5959 for movie title and details. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=70402;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Dorie Hernandez Date: Sat, Jul 7, 2012 Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Description: A fund-raising event to benefit Family Promise of the South Bay. Similar to a walk-a-thon, participants raise money in pledges, then sleep overnight in a carboard box to raise awareness for homeless families in the South Bay. Awards/prizes, entertainment, speakers, games and food provided. Deadline to register July 23rd. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=69799;token=guest.3cedba14256f11931ae53048e651074a Torrance Cultural Arts Center Date: Sat, Jul 7, 2012 Time: 6:00 PM Description: Expert Indian dances will be performed by students from this prestigious dance school.