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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 |
Noon - 4:00 PM
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Alta Loma Park, Columbia Park, Delthorne Park, El Retiro Park, Hickory Park, La Romeria Park, McMaster Park, Paradise Park, Pueblo Park, Sur La Brea Park, Torrance Park, Victor Park and Walteria Park
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Summer Parks: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at the parks this Summer. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts at no cost! Young children should be accompanied by an adult, as this is a drop in program where children can come and go as they please.
Parks will operate Monday, June 18, 2012 - Friday, August 17, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks/6616.htm
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Tuesday, July 10, 2012 |
Noon - 4:00 PM
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Alta Loma Park, Columbia Park, Delthorne Park, El Retiro Park, Hickory Park, La Romeria Park, McMaster Park, Paradise Park, Pueblo Park, Sur La Brea Park, Torrance Park, Victor Park and Walteria Park
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Summer Parks: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at the parks this Summer. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts at no cost! Young children should be accompanied by an adult, as this is a drop in program where children can come and go as they please.
Parks will operate Monday, June 18, 2012 - Friday, August 17, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks/6616.htm
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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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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 |
Noon - 4:00 PM
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Alta Loma Park, Columbia Park, Delthorne Park, El Retiro Park, Hickory Park, La Romeria Park, McMaster Park, Paradise Park, Pueblo Park, Sur La Brea Park, Torrance Park, Victor Park and Walteria Park
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Summer Parks: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at the parks this Summer. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts at no cost! Young children should be accompanied by an adult, as this is a drop in program where children can come and go as they please.
Parks will operate Monday, June 18, 2012 - Friday, August 17, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks/6616.htm
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Wednesday, July 11, 2012 |
7:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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The Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Group meets to discuss Gun, with Occasional Music by Jonathan Lethem, a mystery set in near-future Oakland with evolved animals, karma monitoring, and a possible romance for our noir gumshoe hero. Part of Between the Covers: Adult Summer Reading Program. Free, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Reference Department at 310-618-5959 for more information.
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Thursday, July 12, 2012 |
10:00 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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The Mayhem in the AM Book Group meets to discuss The Poacher's Son by Paul Dorion, a desperate hunt for a fugitive set in the wilds of Maine. Part of Between the Covers: Adult Summer Reading Program, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Thursday, July 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 the Biography and Memoirs Book Club to discuss Casanova: Actor, Lover, Priest, Spy by Ian Kelly. Part of Between the Covers: Adult Summer Reading Program, sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. 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, 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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Thursday, July 12, 2012 |
Noon - 4:00 PM
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Alta Loma Park, Columbia Park, Delthorne Park, El Retiro Park, Hickory Park, La Romeria Park, McMaster Park, Paradise Park, Pueblo Park, Sur La Brea Park, Torrance Park, Victor Park and Walteria Park
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Summer Parks: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at the parks this Summer. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts at no cost! Young children should be accompanied by an adult, as this is a drop in program where children can come and go as they please.
Parks will operate Monday, June 18, 2012 - Friday, August 17, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks/6616.htm
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Friday, July 13, 2012 |
Noon - 4:00 PM
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Alta Loma Park, Columbia Park, Delthorne Park, El Retiro Park, Hickory Park, La Romeria Park, McMaster Park, Paradise Park, Pueblo Park, Sur La Brea Park, Torrance Park, Victor Park and Walteria Park
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Summer Parks: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at the parks this Summer. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts at no cost! Young children should be accompanied by an adult, as this is a drop in program where children can come and go as they please.
Parks will operate Monday, June 18, 2012 - Friday, August 17, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please phone (310) 618-2930 or visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks/6616.htm
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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 |
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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