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Week of Sunday, July 8, 2012
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Sunday, July 8, 2012 |
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Torrance Cultural Arts Center [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Over sixty booths filled with food, kimonos, and souvenirs are just the tip of the iceberg at this summer celebration featuring martial arts demonstrations, professional dancers, live music, and a traditional Mikoshi parade.
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Sunday, July 8, 2012 |
1:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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The adorable children of Sakura Ballet will perform Blue Bird, Little Red Riding Hood and more. Emi Hariyama from the Berlin State Ballet, who will perform the Adagio from Swan Lake. Mami Hariyama, Emi’s younger sister and herself a ballet dancer/pianist for the American Ballet, will give a short presentation on the fabled piece from her unique perspective as a dancer and musician. Ballet ticket holders are given free admission to the annual Bridge USA Summer Festival, which takes place the same day.
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Sunday, July 8, 2012 |
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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James Armstrong Theater (Torrance Cultural Arts Center)
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The main part of the show feature world class performances with introduction and presentation by the ballet pianist and dancer Mami Hariyama, who will speak about the famous dances from the ballet, "Swan Lake" from her unique perspective as a ballet dancer and musician. Her presentation also includes fun topics, such as fitness, beauty and diet tips based on the ballet methods.
In the first show, Emi Hariyama will perform the "Adagio" from Swan Lake.
The main part of the show is preceded by a short series of performances featuring the adorable children of the Sakura Ballet, who will perform the classical numbers, "Blue Bird", "Little Red Riding Hood" and more.
Ballet ticket holders are given free admission to the annual Bridge USA Summer Festival, which takes place on the same day in the theater courtyard. Parking is challenging on this day, so please arrive early.
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Sunday, July 8, 2012 |
3:30 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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American Ballet Theatre star Jose Manuel Carreno and Emi Hariyama will perform the Pas de deux from Swan Lake. Ballet ticket holders are given free admission to the annual Bridge USA Summer Festival, which takes place the same day.
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Sunday, July 8, 2012 |
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theater (Torrance Cultural Arts Center)
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The main part of the show feature world class performances with introduction and presentation by the ballet pianist and dancer Mami Hariyama, who will speak about the famous dances from the ballet, "Swan Lake" from her unique perspective as a ballet dancer and musician. Her presentation also includes fun topics, such as fitness, beauty and diet tips based on the ballet methods.
In the second show, Jose Manuel Carreño and Emi Hariyama will perform the "Pas de deux" from Swan Lake.
The main part of the show is preceded by a short series of performances featuring the adorable children of the Sakura Ballet, who will perform the classical numbers, "Blue Bird", "Little Red Riding Hood" and more.
Ballet ticket holders are given free admission to the annual Bridge USA Summer Festival, which takes place on the same day in the theater courtyard. Parking is challenging on this day, so please arrive early.
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Monday, July 9, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Walteria Library, 3815 W. 242nd St.
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Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418 for more information.
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Monday, July 9, 2012 |
2:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Join cartoonist Dave Boatman to draw some big dreams. Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free and open to all ages, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Monday, July 9, 2012 |
6:30 PM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Youth North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Tuesday, July 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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Babies (ages 6 - 18 mos) and caregivers are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Tuesday, July 10, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Tuesday, July 10, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Tuesday, July 10, 2012 |
11:00 AM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Tuesday, July 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 Vadheim as she teaches you all about native plants in the wild and in your own garden. Free! Donations accepted. For more information please contact the Madrona Marsh Nature Center at 310-782-3989.
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Tuesday, July 10, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Families are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Wednesday, July 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. Free! For more information please contact the Madrona Marsh Nature Center at 310-782-3989.
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Wednesday, July 11, 2012 |
11:00 AM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Toddlers (ages 12 - 36 mos) and caregivers are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information.
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Wednesday, July 11, 2012 |
3:00 PM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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Join cartoonist Dave Boatman to draw some big dreams. Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free and open to all ages, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Thursday, July 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 occurs every Thursday. Best for Adults or College Age Students. Free! For more information contact the Nature Center at; (310)782-3989.
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Friday, July 13, 2012 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Toddlers (ages 12 - 36 mos) and caregivers are invited to join the Librarian for stories, songs, and fun! Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Friday, July 13, 2012 |
7:30 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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This island dance performance will transport you to visions of grass skirts and warm sand.
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Saturday, July 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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Starting June 1, 2012, 50 person limit for this program. You must register to attend. You may register on Saturdays at 12 noon or you may register by calling the Nature Center at; (310)782-3989. If you plan to attend with a group each person must individually sign up. If you no show after you have signed up, you may not sign up again for 2 weeks.
Join us for our restoration program every Saturday from 8:45 a.m. - 12 noon on the Preserve planting natives, weeding, propagating or maybe watering new plants. Wear closed toe shoes, bring gloves and be ready to work. Refreshments are provided. Rain cancels this program. Late comers will be sent away. If you are 15 years or younger you must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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Saturday, July 14, 2012 |
2:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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This island dance performance will transport you to visions of grass skirts and warm sand.
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Saturday, July 14, 2012 |
2:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Listen to and participate in telling stories about dreams both large and small with Flights of Fantasy. Part of Dream Big READ! the Torrance Public Library Summer Reading Program. This program is free and open to all ages, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Saturday, July 14, 2012 |
7:30 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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This island dance performance will transport you to visions of grass skirts and warm sand.
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