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Sunday, January 1, 2012 |
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All Torrance Libraries
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All Torrance Libraries are closed for the New Years' holiday. Outside materials returns will be open.
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Monday, January 2, 2012 |
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Rose Bowl, Pasadena
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The City of Torrance float in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade will celebrate the Torrance Centennial through reflection of the City's 100 years. The Rose Parade has been in existence for 122 years and approximately 750,000 people watch it in person with millions more watching on television, including thousands of Torrance residents.
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Monday, January 2, 2012 |
(All Day)
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All Torrance Libraries
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All Torrance Libraries are closed for the New Years' holiday. Outside materials returns will be open.
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Monday, January 2, 2012 |
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed
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Monday, January 2, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 11:59 PM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Tuesday, January 3, 2012 |
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, January 3, 2012 |
9:00 AM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Tuesday, January 3, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Tuesday, January 3, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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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.
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Tuesday, January 3, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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City Hall, Council Chamber, 3031 Torrance Bl.
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5:30 p.m. Executive Session,
7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting
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Wednesday, January 4, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989. This program is for adults only. No highschool or college kids please. Volunteers should be willing to commit 50 - 100 hours per year for this program.
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Wednesday, January 4, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Wednesday, January 4, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Wednesday, January 4, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Discover extraordinary new worlds, travel through space and time, journey to other dimensions as the Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Group explores the wondrous and fantastic realm of Science Fiction and Fantasy each month. All Torrance Public Library book discussion groups are free and no registration is required. Please call the Reference Department at 310-618-5959 for more information.
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Wednesday, January 4, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 11:59 PM
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City Hall Council Chambers, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Thursday, January 5, 2012 |
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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Thursday, January 5, 2012 |
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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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 is held weekly and is best for all ages. free.
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Thursday, January 5, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 11:59 PM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Friday, January 6, 2012 |
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, January 7, 2012 |
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. If you are 15 years or younger you must be accompnied by a parent or guardian.
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Saturday, January 7, 2012 |
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 "ThroughThe Year: Native Plants and Pink Flowers." This class is best for adults. $5 donation accepted.
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Saturday, January 7, 2012 |
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Claim Jumper restaurant, corners of Crenshaw and Lomita Blvds
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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!!
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Sunday, January 8, 2012 |
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, January 8, 2012 |
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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Monday, January 9, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Walteria Library, 3815 W. 242 St.
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Family storytime is open to all ages, so drop in for stories, songs and activities with the Librarian! This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418.
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Monday, January 9, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Join us as the Librarian presents stories, songs and activities. Toddlertime is designed for children eighteen months to three years old, participating with a parent or caregiver. This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964.
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Monday, January 9, 2012 |
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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City Hall, Council Chambers, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Monday, January 9, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Library, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Monday, January 9, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
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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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
9:00 AM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
9:30 AM
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Bartlett Senior Center, 1318 Cravens Ave.
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989. This program is for adults only. No highschool or college kids please. Volunteers should want to commit 50 - 100 hours a year for this program.
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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A Librarian will share music, movement, nursery rhymes, games and other activities with caregivers and infants six to eighteen months old in this program designed to build pre-literacy skills. This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964.
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Family storytime is open to all ages, so drop in for stories, songs and activities with the Librarian! This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075.
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
12:10 PM - 1:00 PM
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George Nakano Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Starting with the Fall of the Roman Empire we will examine the architecture, art and jewelry of the 1000 year period known as the Middle Ages.
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza del Amo, Torrance, CA
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Are you interested in learning about native plants? Join Dr. Connie Vanheim as she teaches you all about native plants in the wild and in your own garden.
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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City Hall, Council Chamber, 3031 Torrance Bl.
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5:30 p.m. Executive Session,
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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This excellent dance program offers shows with spirit, enthusiasm, and dedication.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012 |
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, January 11, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989. This program is for adults only. No highschool or college kids please. Volunteers should be willing to commit 50 - 100 hours per year for this program.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012 |
11:00 AM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Join us as the Librarian presents stories, songs and activities. Toddlertime is designed for children eighteen months to three years old, participating with a parent or caregiver. This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012 |
11:00 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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The 1981 winner for best picture, featuring an unlikely pair of athletes running for Great Britain in the 1924 Paris Olympics. The movie is free, and no registration is required. Please call the Reference Department at 310-618-5959 for more information.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012 |
4:00 PM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 W. Artesia Blvd.
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Join the Torrance Public Library in the month of January for special science programs sponsored by the ExxonMobil Foundation. All programs are free and no registration is required. Seating is first-come, first-seated so please arrive on time! For more information please contact the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012 |
4:30 PM
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City Hall, 3rd Floor Assembly Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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CATV Meeting Room, 3350 Civic Center Dr.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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This excellent dance program offers shows with spirit, enthusiasm, and dedication.
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Thursday, January 12, 2012 |
10:00 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Read and discuss mysteries and thrillers in this book group. All discussions are free and no registration is required. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Thursday, January 12, 2012 |
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library Community Meeting Room
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Join us as we discuss great lives and times as presented in biographies and memoirs. For list of titles, please see http://www.torranceca.gov/Library/5659.htm. All Torrance Public Library book discussion groups are free and there is no registration required. Please call the Reference Department at 310-618-5959 for more information.
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Thursday, January 12, 2012 |
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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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 is held weekly and is best for all ages. free.
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Thursday, January 12, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Thursday, January 12, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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This excellent dance program offers shows with spirit, enthusiasm, and dedication.
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Friday, January 13, 2012 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed.
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Friday, January 13, 2012 |
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, January 13, 2012 |
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, Ca 90503
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View the work of Joannie Spring, local writer and photographer. Listen as she talks about her work and the beauty it portrays of the Marsh. Learn what inspires her work and how important the Marsh is to her art? Refreshments will be provided. A raffle will be held at this event (proceeds go to the Friends of Madrona Marsh). For more information call the Nature Center at;(310)782-3989.
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Friday, January 13, 2012 |
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY - 1316 CABRILLO AVE
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All 37 Plays in 97 minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard's plays. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) was London's longest running comedy - 10 years in the West End at the Criterion Theatre! Join those madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare's Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.
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Saturday, January 14, 2012 |
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. If you are 15 years or younger you must be accompnied by a parent or guardian.
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Saturday, January 14, 2012 |
10:00 AM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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Come learn ideas and techniques for low-cost, handmade greeting cards with presenter Anne Wittels. This class is free, and sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library, but space is limited so registration is required. To register please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044.
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Saturday, January 14, 2012 |
2:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Emotionally fragile Lucia is driven to madness when manipulated to marry a man she doesn’t love. Full of ravishingly beautiful melodies, this timeless bel canto masterpiece evokes the passion and desperation of a woman used by her brother as a political pawn. Natalie Dessay owns this virtuosic role; also starring Giuseppe Filianoti, Gabriele Viviani, and Oren Gradus. (In Italian; English subtitles; one intermission.)
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Saturday, January 14, 2012 |
2:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Meet the author Carol Tavris who will discuss her book Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me): Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs,Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts. This explanation of self-deception, how it works, and how we can overcome it is free, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please contact the Reference Department at 310-618-5959 for more information.
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Saturday, January 14, 2012 |
8:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Emotionally fragile Lucia is driven to madness when manipulated to marry a man she doesn’t love. Full of ravishingly beautiful melodies, this timeless bel canto masterpiece evokes the passion and desperation of a woman used by her brother as a political pawn. Natalie Dessay owns this virtuosic role; also starring Giuseppe Filianoti, Gabriele Viviani, and Oren Gradus. (In Italian; English subtitles; one intermission.)
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Saturday, January 14, 2012 |
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY - 1316 CABRILLO AVE
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All 37 Plays in 97 minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard's plays. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) was London's longest running comedy - 10 years in the West End at the Criterion Theatre! Join those madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare's Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.
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Sunday, January 15, 2012 |
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Torrance Performing Arts Center
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Internationally renowned soloists perform Hollywood’s legendary movie themes, classical and Latin American music.
The passionate performances are highlighted by the unique combination of oboe, flute, piano cello and double bass. Repertoire includes melodies from John Williams to up and coming film composers, Bach to Piazzolla, Jobin to Morricone and so much more.
If this is your first musical experience with The Hollywood Soloists, prepare yourself for an invigorating and passionate performance, if you are already familiar with their talents prepare to relieve those emotions with the same intoxication you felt the first time.
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Sunday, January 15, 2012 |
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre, Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance
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Children from kindergarten through 12th grade will show their talent with dance, song and stand up comedy routines!
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Sunday, January 15, 2012 |
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY - 1316 CABRILLO AVE
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All 37 Plays in 97 minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard's plays. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) was London's longest running comedy - 10 years in the West End at the Criterion Theatre! Join those madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare's Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.
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Monday, January 16, 2012 |
(All Day)
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All Torrance Libraries
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All Torrance Libraries are closed for the Martin Luther King Jr. Observance. Outside materials returns will be open, and online resources and renewals will be available.
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Monday, January 16, 2012 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
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Dee Hardison Sports Center at Charles H. Wilson Park at 2400 Jefferson Street
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Registration for the 2012 Adult Basketball Winter Leagues is underway. Leagues will commence in late January at the Dee Hardison Sports Center at Wilson Park. Leagues are available on Tuesday evening, Wednesday evening, Sunday afternoon and Sunday evenings.
League fees are $710 (includes Referee Fees).
Start Time:
Sunday Afternoon – 1:00, 2:00 & 3:00 pm
Sunday Evening – 5:00, 6:00 & 7:00 pm
Tuesday Evening – 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30 pm
Wednesday Evening – 7:00, 8:00 & 9:00 pm
Mens & Coed Leagues – Monday through Friday – Game Times at 6:30 pm, 7:40 pm & 8:50 pm
Mens Leagues – Sunday Afternoon – Game times at 1:00, 2:10 & 3:20 p.m.
Coed Leagues – Sunday Evening – Game Times at 6:00, 7:10 & 8:20 p.m.
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
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Charles H. Wilson Park at 2200 Crenshaw Blvd., or El Nido Park, 18301 Kingsdale.
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Registration for the 2012 Adult Softball Winter Leagues is underway. Leagues will commence in late January at the Wilson Park and El Nido Park. Coed, Men's Leagues are Sunday - Friday.
League fees are $600 - Resident Teams, or $650 Non-Resident Teams (includes Referee Fees).
Start Time:
Mens & Coed Leagues are Monday through Friday – Game Times are at 6:30, 7:40 & 8:50 p.m.
Mens Leagues are Sunday afternoon – Game times are at 1:00, 2:10 and 3:20 p.m.
Coed Leagues – Sunday Evening – Game Times are at 6:00, 7:10 and 8:20 p.m.
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
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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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
9:00 AM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989. This program is for adults only. No highschool or college kids please. Volunteers should want to commit 50 - 100 hours a year for this program.
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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A Librarian will share music, movement, nursery rhymes, games and other activities with caregivers and infants six to eighteen months old in this program designed to build pre-literacy skills. This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964.
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Family storytime is open to all ages, so drop in for stories, songs and activities with the Librarian! This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075.
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library Community Meeting Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd., Torrance
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The Torrance branch of American Association of University Women will hold a career forum for middle and high school girls focusing on science and technology careers. The guest panelists will include professionals from five local colleges, including El Camino, USC, CSULA, CSULB, SCROC. There will also be question and answer session
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
6:30 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Calling all girls! Come to a science and techology career fair and start exploring the possibilities. A guest panel from Southern California Regional Occupational Center, El Camino Community College, California State University Long Beack and other institutions will outline options to take hands-on courses while still in high school. Free, sponsored by AAUW Torrance Branch.
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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City Hall, Council Chamber, 3031 Torrance Bl.
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5:30 p.m. Executive Session,
7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989. This program is for adults only. No highschool or college kids please. Volunteers should be willing to commit 50 - 100 hours per year for this program.
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012 |
11:00 AM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Join us as the Librarian presents stories, songs and activities. Toddlertime is designed for children eighteen months to three years old, participating with a parent or caregiver. This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922.
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012 |
1:30 PM
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City Hall, 3rd Floor Assembly Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012 |
4:00 PM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Join the Torrance Public Library in the month of January for special science programs sponsored by the ExxonMobil Foundation. All programs are free and no registration is required. Seating is first-come, first-seated so please arrive on time! For more information please contact the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922.
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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City Hall Council Chambers, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Thursday, January 19, 2012 |
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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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 is held weekly and is best for all ages. free.
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Thursday, January 19, 2012 |
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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Sunrider International, 1625 Abalone Avenue, Torrance
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Torrance, CA - The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce board of directors cordially invite you to attend this grand luncheon event on January 19, 2012 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., hosted by Sunrider International 1625 Abalone Avenue.
A celebration to usher in the Year of the Dragon, featuring buffet style catering, unique and cultural festivities, honorary guests from the Torrance Area and Chinese business communities, special performances, and a traditional Lion Dance. This is an official Torrance Centennial event. It is proudly sponsored by Sunrider International, Daily Breeze, Toyota Motor Sales, Inc., Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, and Tran Medical, Inc. Be part of this time honored tradition of bringing in good fortunes this year. The first 50 registrants are eligible for guided tours of the Chen Art Gallery. Advance tickets required - $28 per person. For advance reservations or sponsorship information, contact 310-543-3113 or purchase online.
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Thursday, January 19, 2012 |
3:30 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Teens are invited to join us for fun activities each month. TeenZone is open to all teens, and no registration is required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please contact the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Thursday, January 19, 2012 |
4:00 PM
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Walteria Library, 3815 W. 242 St.
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Join the Torrance Public Library in the month of January for special science programs sponsored by the ExxonMobil Foundation. All programs are free and no registration is required. Seating is first-come, first-seated so please arrive on time! For more information please contact the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418.
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Thursday, January 19, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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Historical Society Museum, 1345 Post Ave.
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Thursday, January 19, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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City Hall, West Annex Comission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Friday, January 20, 2012 |
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, January 20, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Torrance Cultural Arts Center's Toyota Meeting Hall
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The TCtv Awards, also known as the "Stanley's," were named in honor of the late Stanley E. Remelmeyer, Torrance's former City Attorney who was instrumental in the development of cable television in the City. Through the awards ceremony, the City encourages quality programming by the community and introduces the public to the purpose and benefits of public access television. The City of Torrance has provided public access to its residence since 1987.
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Friday, January 20, 2012 |
7:30 PM
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George Nakano Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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If you like your jazz and blues with a taste of Billie Holiday, Ernestine Anderson, and Shirley Horn, then you won’t want to miss this performance. Referred to by Downbeat Magazine as “a young Billie Holiday, Frances has emerged as a performer with her own unique singing style.” With her voice and an ability to please audiences and make a lasting impression, Frances has toured internationally and has worked with some of the jazz greats. Dinner will be available from Red Car Brewery.
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Friday, January 20, 2012 |
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY - 1316 CABRILLO AVE
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All 37 Plays in 97 minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard's plays. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) was London's longest running comedy - 10 years in the West End at the Criterion Theatre! Join those madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare's Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.
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Saturday, January 21, 2012 |
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. If you are 15 years or younger you must be accompnied by a parent or guardian.
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Saturday, January 21, 2012 |
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Once again the Friends of the Torrance Library will offer a great selection of encyclopedias, reference materials, children's books, and thousands of titles on a vast array of topics. All at bargain prices! Records, CDs, cassette tapes, VHS tapes, and DVDs too! All items sold are donations, and all money raised goes to benefit the programs and services at the Torrance Public Library.
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Saturday, January 21, 2012 |
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Western Museum of Flight, 3315 Airport Dr., Torrance
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This month's featured Western Museum of Flight (WMoF) Celebrity Speaker is Colonel (ret.) Robert Khalsa, a fighter pilot, who was trained on the MiG21 and MiG25 in Russia. He offers a perspective on the Cold War from the training airstrip in Russia to retiring as a colonel to flying commercial jumbo jets at United Airlines to settling in California.
Col. Robert Khalsa honed his skills as a fighter pilot, while serving in the Indian Air Force, during one of the most turbulent political eras of modern times. He was sent to the Soviet Union for training on some of the most sophisticated Russian fighter planes to come out of the Cold War, flying the MiG 21 and MiG 25. With the end of the superpower confrontation, international tensions relaxed considerably, and enabled this remarkable individual to apply his skills to a more congenial job – flying for the airlines. In that role, with United Air Lines, he has experience with both Airbus and Boeing aircraft. Join us, while Col. Khalsa shares some experiences of life behind the Iron Curtain, and the saga of his personal journey into the airlines. He will offer us some comparisons of the various aircraft he has flown, and, of course, will answer questions that we know our audience will be eager to ask.
As always, WMOF Members are free; non-members are $5, which also includes access to WMOF museum exhibits. Free parking.
BTW, a WMoF membership (www.wmof.com/newmem.htm) can be yours for as little as $50 annually giving you one-year unlimited FREE admission to the WMoF museum, all the Celebrity Series Lectures, Quarterly Newsletters, access to the research library and access to Special Events.
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Saturday, January 21, 2012 |
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Seaside Heroes Park, Torrance
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Let's all come together and say "Thank You" to our Veterans, Active Military & Military Families as we celebrate the First Anniversary of Seaside Heroes Park. Event includes music, special guests, community spirit, a hero's balloon release at 12:30 p.m. (place your hero's name on a balloon) and more! If you are a veteran, active military or a military family please attend and enjoy the coming together of this community wanting to say "Thank You." Seaside Hero park T-shirts will be on sale to support the Memorial Wall. Bring your picnic lunch. Seating is limited so please bring a blanket or chair (or two). Hope to see you there!
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Saturday, January 21, 2012 |
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Torrance Art Museum - 3320 Civic Center Drive, Torrance
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A broad survey of current and emerging painting trends and talent from Los Angeles
Jonathan Apgar, Rebecca Campbell, Daniela Campins, Alika Cooper, Noah Davis, Tomory Dodge, Asad Faulwell, Jon Flack, Yvette Gellis, Iva Gueorguieva, Mary Addison Hackett, Carlson Hatton, Thomas Whittaker Kidd, Andy Kolar, Constance Mallison, Allison Miller, John Mills, Aaron Noble, Antonio Puleo, Alison Rash, Nano Rubio, Conrad Ruiz, John Seal, Ryan Sluggett, Comora Tolliver, Chris Trueman, Miller Updegraff, Grant Vetter, Ben White
Gallery Two
RE:CUT
RE:CUT features video artists that play with appropriation, cinema, and the imagined space created within video and film. By deconstruction and re-imagining footage that has already had a life in the world, these artists expand the familiar into new, multi-faceted installations and single-channel videos.
Chris Coy, McLean Fahnestock, Valerie Green, Masood Kamandy, William Kaminski, Michael Kelly, Zach Kleyn, Owen Kydd, Lisa Madonna, Jesse McLean, John Pearson, Fil Ruting, Nicole Sloan, Joe Sola
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Saturday, January 21, 2012 |
2:00 PM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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Join the Torrance Public Library in the month of January for special science programs sponsored by the ExxonMobil Foundation. All programs are free and no registration is required. Seating is first-come, first-seated so please arrive on time! For more information please contact the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044.
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Saturday, January 21, 2012 |
7:30 PM
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George Nakano Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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If you like your jazz and blues with a taste of Billie Holiday, Ernestine Anderson, and Shirley Horn, then you won’t want to miss this performance. Referred to by Downbeat Magazine as “a young Billie Holiday, Frances has emerged as a performer with her own unique singing style.” With her voice and an ability to please audiences and make a lasting impression, Frances has toured internationally and has worked with some of the jazz greats. Dinner will be available from Red Car Brewery.
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Saturday, January 21, 2012 |
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY - 1316 CABRILLO AVE
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All 37 Plays in 97 minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard's plays. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) was London's longest running comedy - 10 years in the West End at the Criterion Theatre! Join those madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare's Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.
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Saturday, January 21, 2012 |
8:00 PM - 11:55 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre, Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance
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Ring in the centennial year with this very special concert to mark the founding of the City of Torrance.
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Sunday, January 22, 2012 |
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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1317 Sartori Ave. Torrance
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Over 175 vendors set up in the streets of Historic Downtown Torrance on Sartori, El Prado & Marcelina, right off of Torrance Blvd. from 8 am to 3 pm, FREE Admission & Parking. In addition to the vintage sellers there are many antique & specialty shops open as well as great restaurants, sports bars, bakery and market. This year , the Antique Street Faire will celebrate 14 years in downtown Torrance!
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Sunday, January 22, 2012 |
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, January 22, 2012 |
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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St. Catheriné Laboure School, Torrance
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We invite you to visit with us to see first-hand St. Catherine Labouré School and its sense of family, traditions, and spirit. Our family will show your family why St. Catherine Labouré is the right choice for your child. Plus, our students don't just graduate high school, but graduate college too!
In addition to the Open House, Jr Kindergarten and Kindergarten will have classroom observations available for parents, on Fridays, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. during January through March.
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Sunday, January 22, 2012 |
2:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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America’s Got Talent semifinalists, The Platt Brothers (Cy, Boone, and Cheetah) blend acrobatics, dance, comedy, and music in the spirited retelling of their childhood antics. The stories of fun-filled adventure are as amusing as they are heartwarming, and audiences of all ages will find themselves drawn to the genuine and personable trio.
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Sunday, January 22, 2012 |
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY - 1316 CABRILLO AVE
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All 37 Plays in 97 minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard's plays. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) was London's longest running comedy - 10 years in the West End at the Criterion Theatre! Join those madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare's Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.
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Sunday, January 22, 2012 |
6:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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America’s Got Talent semifinalists, The Platt Brothers (Cy, Boone, and Cheetah) blend acrobatics, dance, comedy, and music in the spirited retelling of their childhood antics. The stories of fun-filled adventure are as amusing as they are heartwarming, and audiences of all ages will find themselves drawn to the genuine and personable trio.
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Monday, January 23, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Walteria Library, 3815 W. 242 St.
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Family storytime is open to all ages, so drop in for stories, songs and activities with the Librarian! This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418.
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Monday, January 23, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Join us as the Librarian presents stories, songs and activities. Toddlertime is designed for children eighteen months to three years old, participating with a parent or caregiver. This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964.
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Monday, January 23, 2012 |
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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City Hall, Council Chambers, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Monday, January 23, 2012 |
6:00 PM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Teens - join the TAB at the Henderson Library and give your input on collections and programs! TAB is sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Monday, January 23, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, 3400 Torrance Blvd., Ste. 100
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Exec. meeting 5:00 p.m. Full Committee 7:00 p.m.
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Monday, January 23, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012 |
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
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1215 El Prado in Downtown (Old) Torrance
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Free Tax Assistance for Seniors!
The Tax Assistance Program for Senior Citizens sponsored by AARP begins February 1, 2012, and continues through April 13, 2012. Assistance is available Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information, please call: 310-618-2724 or 310-618-2930.
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989. This program is for adults only. No highschool or college kids please. Volunteers should want to commit 50 - 100 hours a year for this program.
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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A Librarian will share music, movement, nursery rhymes, games and other activities with caregivers and infants six to eighteen months old in this program designed to build pre-literacy skills. This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964.
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Family storytime is open to all ages, so drop in for stories, songs and activities with the Librarian! This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075.
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012 |
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Torrance Art Museum - 3320 Civic Center Drive, Torrance
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A broad survey of current and emerging painting trends and talent from Los Angeles
Jonathan Apgar, Rebecca Campbell, Daniela Campins, Alika Cooper, Noah Davis, Tomory Dodge, Asad Faulwell, Jon Flack, Yvette Gellis, Iva Gueorguieva, Mary Addison Hackett, Carlson Hatton, Thomas Whittaker Kidd, Andy Kolar, Constance Mallison, Allison Miller, John Mills, Aaron Noble, Antonio Puleo, Alison Rash, Nano Rubio, Conrad Ruiz, John Seal, Ryan Sluggett, Comora Tolliver, Chris Trueman, Miller Updegraff, Grant Vetter, Ben White
Gallery Two
RE:CUT
RE:CUT features video artists that play with appropriation, cinema, and the imagined space created within video and film. By deconstruction and re-imagining footage that has already had a life in the world, these artists expand the familiar into new, multi-faceted installations and single-channel videos.
Chris Coy, McLean Fahnestock, Valerie Green, Masood Kamandy, William Kaminski, Michael Kelly, Zach Kleyn, Owen Kydd, Lisa Madonna, Jesse McLean, John Pearson, Fil Ruting, Nicole Sloan, Joe Sola
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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City Hall, Council Chamber, 3031 Torrance Bl.
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5:30 p.m. Executive Session,
7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012 |
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
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1215 El Prado in Downtown (Old) Torrance
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Free Tax Assistance for Seniors!
The Tax Assistance Program for Senior Citizens sponsored by AARP begins February 1, 2012, and continues through April 13, 2012. Assistance is available Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information, please call: 310-618-2724 or 310-618-2930.
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989. This program is for adults only. No highschool or college kids please. Volunteers should be willing to commit 50 - 100 hours per year for this program.
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012 |
11:00 AM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Join us as the Librarian presents stories, songs and activities. Toddlertime is designed for children eighteen months to three years old, participating with a parent or caregiver. This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922.
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012 |
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Torrance Art Museum - 3320 Civic Center Drive, Torrance
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A broad survey of current and emerging painting trends and talent from Los Angeles
Jonathan Apgar, Rebecca Campbell, Daniela Campins, Alika Cooper, Noah Davis, Tomory Dodge, Asad Faulwell, Jon Flack, Yvette Gellis, Iva Gueorguieva, Mary Addison Hackett, Carlson Hatton, Thomas Whittaker Kidd, Andy Kolar, Constance Mallison, Allison Miller, John Mills, Aaron Noble, Antonio Puleo, Alison Rash, Nano Rubio, Conrad Ruiz, John Seal, Ryan Sluggett, Comora Tolliver, Chris Trueman, Miller Updegraff, Grant Vetter, Ben White
Gallery Two
RE:CUT
RE:CUT features video artists that play with appropriation, cinema, and the imagined space created within video and film. By deconstruction and re-imagining footage that has already had a life in the world, these artists expand the familiar into new, multi-faceted installations and single-channel videos.
Chris Coy, McLean Fahnestock, Valerie Green, Masood Kamandy, William Kaminski, Michael Kelly, Zach Kleyn, Owen Kydd, Lisa Madonna, Jesse McLean, John Pearson, Fil Ruting, Nicole Sloan, Joe Sola
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012 |
11:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd., Torrance
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Bridge the generationi gap and get up to speed with Facebook and Twitter! Learn how to connect with family and friends, adjust privacy settings, play games, use instant messaging, and much more. An email account is required. This program is free, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library, and no registration is required. Please contact the Reference Department at 310-618-5959 for more information.
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012 |
4:00 PM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Join the Torrance Public Library in the month of January for special science programs sponsored by the ExxonMobil Foundation. All programs are free and no registration is required. Seating is first-come, first-seated so please arrive on time! For more information please contact the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075.
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012 |
4:00 PM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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Teens are invited to discuss Unwind by Neal Shusterman over a slice of pizza. This group is free, but please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library.
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012 |
4:30 PM
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City Hall, 3rd Floor Assembly Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Thursday, January 26, 2012 |
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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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 is held weekly and is best for all ages. free.
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Thursday, January 26, 2012 |
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Torrance Art Museum - 3320 Civic Center Drive, Torrance
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A broad survey of current and emerging painting trends and talent from Los Angeles
Jonathan Apgar, Rebecca Campbell, Daniela Campins, Alika Cooper, Noah Davis, Tomory Dodge, Asad Faulwell, Jon Flack, Yvette Gellis, Iva Gueorguieva, Mary Addison Hackett, Carlson Hatton, Thomas Whittaker Kidd, Andy Kolar, Constance Mallison, Allison Miller, John Mills, Aaron Noble, Antonio Puleo, Alison Rash, Nano Rubio, Conrad Ruiz, John Seal, Ryan Sluggett, Comora Tolliver, Chris Trueman, Miller Updegraff, Grant Vetter, Ben White
Gallery Two
RE:CUT
RE:CUT features video artists that play with appropriation, cinema, and the imagined space created within video and film. By deconstruction and re-imagining footage that has already had a life in the world, these artists expand the familiar into new, multi-faceted installations and single-channel videos.
Chris Coy, McLean Fahnestock, Valerie Green, Masood Kamandy, William Kaminski, Michael Kelly, Zach Kleyn, Owen Kydd, Lisa Madonna, Jesse McLean, John Pearson, Fil Ruting, Nicole Sloan, Joe Sola
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Thursday, January 26, 2012 |
6:00 PM
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Palos Verdes Golf Club, 3301 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates
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Thursday, January 26, 2012 |
7:30 PM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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The Creative Spirit Book Group meets monthly to discuss books and authors. This group is free and no registration is required. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Friday, January 27, 2012 |
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3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Today is the last day to view the work of local photographer and write Joannie Spring. The Exhibit, "Little Wonders" is on display at the Nature Center from December 20 through January 27, 2012.
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Friday, January 27, 2012 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed.
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Friday, January 27, 2012 |
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Ken Miller Recreation Center
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Please join us for the following WINTER 2012 excursions designed for those 50 years of age and over!
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
WARRIORS, TOMBS, and TEMPLES
with Lunch at Café China
Torrance resident: $92 per person
Non-resident: $112 per person
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
BATTLE of the DANCE Matinee show and luncheon
Torrance resident: $98 per person
Non-resident: $118 per person
Torrance resident registration begins at 9 a.m. Non-resident registration begins at 10 a.m.
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Friday, January 27, 2012 |
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, January 27, 2012 |
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Torrance Art Museum - 3320 Civic Center Drive, Torrance
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A broad survey of current and emerging painting trends and talent from Los Angeles
Jonathan Apgar, Rebecca Campbell, Daniela Campins, Alika Cooper, Noah Davis, Tomory Dodge, Asad Faulwell, Jon Flack, Yvette Gellis, Iva Gueorguieva, Mary Addison Hackett, Carlson Hatton, Thomas Whittaker Kidd, Andy Kolar, Constance Mallison, Allison Miller, John Mills, Aaron Noble, Antonio Puleo, Alison Rash, Nano Rubio, Conrad Ruiz, John Seal, Ryan Sluggett, Comora Tolliver, Chris Trueman, Miller Updegraff, Grant Vetter, Ben White
Gallery Two
RE:CUT
RE:CUT features video artists that play with appropriation, cinema, and the imagined space created within video and film. By deconstruction and re-imagining footage that has already had a life in the world, these artists expand the familiar into new, multi-faceted installations and single-channel videos.
Chris Coy, McLean Fahnestock, Valerie Green, Masood Kamandy, William Kaminski, Michael Kelly, Zach Kleyn, Owen Kydd, Lisa Madonna, Jesse McLean, John Pearson, Fil Ruting, Nicole Sloan, Joe Sola
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Friday, January 27, 2012 |
4:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Join the Torrance Public Library in the month of January for special science programs sponsored by the ExxonMobil Foundation. All programs are free and no registration is required. Seating is first-come, first-seated so please arrive on time! For more information please contact the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964.
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Friday, January 27, 2012 |
8:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Recently seen in his own PBS special, distinguished American pianist Jeffrey Siegel has been entertaining audiences around the world with his concert-plus-commentary format. With informal, lively commentary, this show features the music of Gershwin and friends – some of America’s most melodious jazzy music – featuring Rhapsody in Blue, Copland’s humorous Cat and the Mouse, Bernstein’s Expressive Anniversaries, Joplin’s Wall Street Rag and more!
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Friday, January 27, 2012 |
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY - 1316 CABRILLO AVE
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All 37 Plays in 97 minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard's plays. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) was London's longest running comedy - 10 years in the West End at the Criterion Theatre! Join those madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare's Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.
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Saturday, January 28, 2012 |
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. If you are 15 years or younger you must be accompnied by a parent or guardian.
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Saturday, January 28, 2012 |
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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City of Hermosa Beach, Clarke Stadium, Valley Dr. between 8 and 11 Streets, Hermosa Beach
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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, January 28, 2012 |
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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Saturday, January 28, 2012 |
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Bring the little ones, ages one through five, for a morning of songs and fun featuring some of the best known children's musicians of the area. Free, and generously sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. No reigstration is required, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. For more information please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964.
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Saturday, January 28, 2012 |
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Torrance Art Museum - 3320 Civic Center Drive, Torrance
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A broad survey of current and emerging painting trends and talent from Los Angeles
Jonathan Apgar, Rebecca Campbell, Daniela Campins, Alika Cooper, Noah Davis, Tomory Dodge, Asad Faulwell, Jon Flack, Yvette Gellis, Iva Gueorguieva, Mary Addison Hackett, Carlson Hatton, Thomas Whittaker Kidd, Andy Kolar, Constance Mallison, Allison Miller, John Mills, Aaron Noble, Antonio Puleo, Alison Rash, Nano Rubio, Conrad Ruiz, John Seal, Ryan Sluggett, Comora Tolliver, Chris Trueman, Miller Updegraff, Grant Vetter, Ben White
Gallery Two
RE:CUT
RE:CUT features video artists that play with appropriation, cinema, and the imagined space created within video and film. By deconstruction and re-imagining footage that has already had a life in the world, these artists expand the familiar into new, multi-faceted installations and single-channel videos.
Chris Coy, McLean Fahnestock, Valerie Green, Masood Kamandy, William Kaminski, Michael Kelly, Zach Kleyn, Owen Kydd, Lisa Madonna, Jesse McLean, John Pearson, Fil Ruting, Nicole Sloan, Joe Sola
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Saturday, January 28, 2012 |
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center 3201 Plaza del Amo, Torrance
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Saturday, January 28, 2012 |
7:30 PM
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Ken Miller Recreation Center [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3341 Torrance Blvd.
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Enjoy the crisp and organized performance by the City of Torrance’s young ladies in this drill team spectacular.
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Saturday, January 28, 2012 |
8:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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The Mitch Show is a fast paced evening of comic films and audience participation pieces by Mitchell Rose, a former choreographer, performance artist and now prize winning filmmaker. Mitch’s offbeat films have won 54 festival awards and are screened across the globe, from the Getty Museum to the CBS Jumbo Vision in Times Square to a State Department tour in Kosovo. Manically funny, often poignant and always surprising, the show appeals equally to fans of film, theatre, dance, and comedy.
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Saturday, January 28, 2012 |
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center 3201 Plaza Del Amo Torrance
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Saturday, January 28, 2012 |
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY - 1316 CABRILLO AVE
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All 37 Plays in 97 minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard's plays. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) was London's longest running comedy - 10 years in the West End at the Criterion Theatre! Join those madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare's Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.
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Sunday, January 29, 2012 |
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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Sunday, January 29, 2012 |
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, January 29, 2012 |
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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TORRANCE THEATRE COMPANY - 1316 CABRILLO AVE
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All 37 Plays in 97 minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard's plays. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) was London's longest running comedy - 10 years in the West End at the Criterion Theatre! Join those madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare's Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.
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Monday, January 30, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Walteria Library, 3815 W. 242 St.
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Family storytime is open to all ages, so drop in for stories, songs and activities with the Librarian! This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418.
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Monday, January 30, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Join us as the Librarian presents stories, songs and activities. Toddlertime is designed for children eighteen months to three years old, participating with a parent or caregiver. This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012 |
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3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA 90503
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View the works of local artists portraying the beauty of the Madrona Marsh Displayed daily at the Nature Center. To display your art at the Madrona MArsh call the Nature Center at; (310)782-3989.
Eun Cho's Exhibit of Paintings will be on display at the Nature Center from January 31, 2012 through March 2, 2012. The Nature Center Hours are Tuesday through Sunday 10 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The painting exhibit is on display inside the Nature Center. For more information call;(310)782-3989.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012 |
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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Tuesday, January 31, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989. This program is for adults only. No highschool or college kids please. Volunteers should want to commit 50 - 100 hours a year for this program.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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A Librarian will share music, movement, nursery rhymes, games and other activities with caregivers and infants six to eighteen months old in this program designed to build pre-literacy skills. This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Family storytime is open to all ages, so drop in for stories, songs and activities with the Librarian! This program is free and no registration is required, however space is limited so please arrive on time. Storytimes are designed for individual families and cannot accommodate organized groups or group daycare providers. For more information, please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012 |
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Torrance Art Museum - 3320 Civic Center Drive, Torrance
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A broad survey of current and emerging painting trends and talent from Los Angeles
Jonathan Apgar, Rebecca Campbell, Daniela Campins, Alika Cooper, Noah Davis, Tomory Dodge, Asad Faulwell, Jon Flack, Yvette Gellis, Iva Gueorguieva, Mary Addison Hackett, Carlson Hatton, Thomas Whittaker Kidd, Andy Kolar, Constance Mallison, Allison Miller, John Mills, Aaron Noble, Antonio Puleo, Alison Rash, Nano Rubio, Conrad Ruiz, John Seal, Ryan Sluggett, Comora Tolliver, Chris Trueman, Miller Updegraff, Grant Vetter, Ben White
Gallery Two
RE:CUT
RE:CUT features video artists that play with appropriation, cinema, and the imagined space created within video and film. By deconstruction and re-imagining footage that has already had a life in the world, these artists expand the familiar into new, multi-faceted installations and single-channel videos.
Chris Coy, McLean Fahnestock, Valerie Green, Masood Kamandy, William Kaminski, Michael Kelly, Zach Kleyn, Owen Kydd, Lisa Madonna, Jesse McLean, John Pearson, Fil Ruting, Nicole Sloan, Joe Sola
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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City Hall, Council Chamber, 3031 Torrance Bl.
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5:30 p.m. Executive Session,
7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting
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