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Week of Sunday, February 26, 2012
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Adults
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Sunday, February 26, 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, February 26, 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, February 26, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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One of America’s most popular speakers, Dennis Prager is a syndicated columnist and radio show host, a bestselling author, a classical music conductor, and a respected authority on morality, religion, and happiness. Truly a 21st century Renaissance man. Mr. Prager comes to the Armstrong for another of his entertaining and enlightening talks.
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Wednesday, February 29, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library Community Meeting Room - 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Join us for an evening with Cy Tymony as he discusses what you need to know about book publishing today. Learn about borrowing marketing strategies from other industries, utilizing resources like Facebook / Twitter, libraries, and other "non-bookstore" outlets, and writing pitch letters and news releases to maximize your book marketing and publicity results.
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Wednesday, February 29, 2012 |
7:00 PM - 11:59 PM
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George Nakano Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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As the first decade of the 20th Century came to a close, the prominent industrialist and land developer had achieved an unsurpassed record of success and influence across Southern California. Instead of retiring, Torrance set out to establish an industrial city implementing progressive ideas about homes and businesses that would serve the people living there.
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Thursday, March 1, 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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Thursday, March 1, 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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Friday, March 2, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Enjoy an evening with the talented students of the Palos Verdes High School Music Department as they present their fifth annual recital.
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Saturday, March 3, 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, March 3, 2012 |
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Torrance Airport Community Room, 3301 Airport Drive, Torrance
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As part of Women's History Month,the Torrance branch of American Association of University Women present speaker Athena Paquette Cormier who will talk about some of the women who shaped the city of Torrance. Also hear the premiere of the song "Dangerous Women of Torrance" celebrating the trailblazing Torrance women. RSVP.
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Saturday, March 3, 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 class is best for adults. $5 donation accepted.
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Saturday, March 3, 2012 |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Torrance Cultural Arts Center [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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You will find orchids galore and more at this annual plant lovers show, featuring exhibits by leading Californian and Hawaiian growers, potting and corsage demonstrations, and opportunity drawings for unique prizes.
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Saturday, March 3, 2012 |
2:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Join us for an afternoon with Lisa See, bestselling and critically-acclaimed author of Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, Peony in Love, Shanghai Girls, and Dreams of Joy. This program is free and no registration is required, generously sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Books will be available for purchase and signing. For more information please call the Reference Department at 310-618-5959.
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Saturday, March 3, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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