http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=startup;calID=8062;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb WebEvent View 2.7.0 build 42684 http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=45750;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Farmers Market Staff Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47119;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 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=47151;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Madrona Marsh Nature Center Date: Thu, Nov 3, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=48380;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb webmaster@torrnet.com Date: Fri, Nov 4, 2011 Description: City Hall will be closed. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47783;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Fri, Nov 4, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=45490;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Farmers Market Staff Date: Sat, Nov 5, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47999;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Sat, Nov 5, 2011 Time: 8:45 AM - Noon Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=43165;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Sat, Nov 5, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - Noon Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=45755;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Farmers Market Staff Date: Tue, Nov 8, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47400;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Tue, Nov 8, 2011 Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Description: Enjoy a leisurely stroll on the Preserve while learning more about this fascinating vernal marsh. All ages are welcome. This walk is free. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47360;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Tue, Nov 8, 2011 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Description: 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 "DELICIOUS DRINKS: Native Plants For Teas and Other Beverages." http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=48191;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Wed, Nov 9, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=48404;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb webmaster@torrnet.com Date: Fri, Nov 11, 2011 Description: City Hall will be closed http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47787;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Fri, Nov 11, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=45495;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Farmers Market Staff Date: Sat, Nov 12, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=48003;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Sat, Nov 12, 2011 Time: 8:45 AM - Noon Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=58441;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Alison Sherman Date: Sat, Nov 12, 2011 Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Description: Come and learn ways to reduce and recycle yard waste by composting, "grasscycling," worm composting, and water-wise gardening at Torrance's permanent composting and water-wise gardening demonstration site at Columbia Park. It is operated in conjunction with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works. The Beginning Workshop teaches backyard composting, worm composting, grass recycling, water-wise gardening, and fire-wise gardening. The Advanced Workshop teaches organic gardening, the art and science of good soil, environmentally responsible ways to control pests, conserving water around the garden, and using native and drought-tolerant plants. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=48231;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Madrona Marsh Date: Sun, Nov 13, 2011 Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Description: Bring the whole family for our Second Sunday Science program. $5 per person. This Month's topic: "Spiders, Scorpions & Snakes with Dr. Glassey." Families welcome with children 8+. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=45760;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Farmers Market Staff Date: Tue, Nov 15, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47895;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Tue, Nov 15, 2011 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=48382;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb webmaster@torrnet.com Date: Fri, Nov 18, 2011 Description: City Hall will be closed. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47791;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Fri, Nov 18, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=45500;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Farmers Market Staff Date: Sat, Nov 19, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=48007;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Sat, Nov 19, 2011 Time: 8:45 AM - Noon Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57459;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Alison Sherman Date: Sat, Nov 19, 2011 Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Description: Properly dispose of your residential hazardous, electronic, and sharps waste by bringing it to a roundup open to all L.A. County residents. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=58239;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Sat, Nov 19, 2011 Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Description: 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 http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=45765;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Farmers Market Staff Date: Tue, Nov 22, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=48406;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb webmaster@torrnet.com Date: Thu, Nov 24, 2011 Description: City Hall will be closed http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=48408;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb webmaster@torrnet.com Date: Fri, Nov 25, 2011 Description: City Hall will be closed http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=60601;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Nature Center Date: Fri, Nov 25, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=45505;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Farmers Market Staff Date: Sat, Nov 26, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=45770;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Farmers Market Staff Date: Tue, Nov 29, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=60702;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Date: Wed, Nov 30, 2011 Time: 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM Description: The SBCCOG in conjunction with So Cal Edison will be exchanging holiday lights from 7:30 am to 11:30 am or while supplies last. Individuals can trade up to 10 strands of old incandescent lights for 10 strands of new, multi-color energy-efficient LED holiday lights. Must be a SCE customer to qualify for this program. BRING utility bill or driver’s license with you to exchange. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47155;token=guest.5ee9ac8925c7954ed0dc4ae32024dbfb Madrona Marsh Nature Center Date: Thu, Dec 1, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Description: 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.