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Friday, October 1, 2010 |
(All Day)
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All Torrance Library Locations
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First graders who have, or apply for, their very own Torrance Public Library card during the month of October can receive a free book. Visit any Torrance Public Library location, show or apply for a Library card, and get your book plus a special surprise gift. This program is 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, October 2, 2010 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Wilson Park, near the Dee Hardison Sports Center, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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Find the Library at the Torrance Certified Farmers' Market at Wilson Park. Find out about our Homework Help programs, including three Homework Centers and other Library programs and services. Staff will have a craft for the kids, giveaways, and more. Stop by and find out what's happening at the Torrance Public Library!
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Saturday, October 2, 2010 |
2:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Joan Tapper, founding editor of National Geographic Traveler, will take participants on a journey through the most beautiful villages and towns of the West, including the stunning photography of Nik Wheeler. Please call the Reference Department at 310-618-5959 for more information.
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Sunday, October 3, 2010 |
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 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. today.
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Monday, October 4, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Walteria Library, 3815 W. 242nd St.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418 for more information.
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Monday, October 4, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Toddlertime is designed for children 18 months to 3 years old along with a parent or caregiver. The Librarian will share stories, songs, and other activities designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Monday, October 4, 2010 |
6:30 PM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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This storytime is geared for children ages two and up. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their special pillows and/or blankets for stories and songs before bedtime. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Monday, October 4, 2010 |
6:30 PM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 W. Artesia Blvd.
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The Mystery Book Group meets at the North Torrance Library to discuss In the Shadow of Gotham by Stefanie Pintoff. All Torrance Public Library book discussion groups are free and no registration is required, just read the book prior to the meeting. For more information, please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200.
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Monday, October 4, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010 |
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 6 to 18 months old in this program designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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The El Retiro Library Book Group meets monthly to talk about great books! This month's selection is English Creek by Ivan Doig. All Torrance Public Library book discussion groups are free, and no registration is required. Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010 |
11:00 AM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010 |
4:00 PM
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Walteria Library, 3815 W. 242nd St.
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High school students - would you like to provide input on the collections and programs at your local library? Join the Teen Advisory Board at the Walteria Library! You will have inside information about all the cool happenings at the library, and your voice will be heard. Please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 6, 2010 |
11:00 AM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Toddlertime is designed for children 18 months to 3 years old along with a parent or caregiver. The Librarian will share stories, songs, and other activities designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 6, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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This storytime is geared for children ages two and up. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their special pillows and/or blankets for stories and songs before bedtime. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 6, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, author Rosamaria Segura will discuss the rich heritage and customs of people from Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama and their contributions to the multicultural metropolis that is L.A. This program is free and no registration is required. Please call the Reference Department at 310-618-5959 for more information.
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Friday, October 8, 2010 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed.
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Friday, October 8, 2010 |
4:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Get ready for Halloween with Glue & Go Costumes for Kids by Holly Cleeland - Holly will inspire the imagination to create prize-winning costumes out of common household items. FUN-tastic Fridays are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Saturday, October 9, 2010 |
2:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Just in time for Halloween, Meet the Author Tom Ogden as he leads a tour through his latest book Haunted Hollywood. Hear tales about historic landmarks, theaters, watering holes, hotels, and houses that are haunted by movie stars, television personalities, and other celebrities. This program is free and recommended for teens and adults. Please call the Reference Department at 310-618-5959 for more information.
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Sunday, October 10, 2010 |
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 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. today.
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Monday, October 11, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Walteria Library, 3815 W. 242nd St.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418 for more information.
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Monday, October 11, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Toddlertime is designed for children 18 months to 3 years old along with a parent or caregiver. The Librarian will share stories, songs, and other activities designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Monday, October 11, 2010 |
6:30 PM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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This storytime is geared for children ages two and up. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their special pillows and/or blankets for stories and songs before bedtime. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Monday, October 11, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Monday, October 11, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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The Library Commission meets at the Katy Geissert Civic Center Library for regular business.
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Tuesday, October 12, 2010 |
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 6 to 18 months old in this program designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 12, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 12, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 12, 2010 |
11:00 AM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 12, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 13, 2010 |
11:00 AM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Toddlertime is designed for children 18 months to 3 years old along with a parent or caregiver. The Librarian will share stories, songs, and other activities designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 13, 2010 |
4:00 PM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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Come to a balloon art workshop with Mr. Twister. Wacky Wednesdays are free and no registration is required. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 13, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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This storytime is geared for children ages two and up. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their special pillows and/or blankets for stories and songs before bedtime. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 13, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Teens and pre-teens are invited to discuss Bandit's Moon by Sid Fleischman as part of the Library's Outlaw Robin Hood series of events. When orphan Annyrose falls under the protection of a bandit during the California Gold Rush, little does she know she is about to embark on a wild adventure wtih Joaquin Murrieta, known as California's Robin Hood. This book is suitable for ages 9 and up, and refreshments will be served. No reservations are required, just stop by the El Retiro Library to check out a copy of the book to read before the meeting! Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information. Please note: In keeping with the spirit of Robin Hood, we invite you to 'rob from yourself and give to the poor' by bringing a new, unwrapped toy or non-perishable food item to this event. All donations will be distributed to local charities.
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Thursday, October 14, 2010 |
10:00 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Mayhem in the AM meets to discuss Tallgrass by Sandra Dallas. All Torrance Public Library book discussion groups are free and no registration is required, just read the book prior to the meeting! Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Thursday, October 14, 2010 |
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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Friday, October 15, 2010 |
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Once again the Friends will offer a great selection of encyclopedias, reference materials, children's books, and thousands of books on a vast array of topics - all at bargain prices. A variety of records, CDs, cassette tapes, VHS tapes, and DVDs will be offered. Friday is Friends members only (you can join at the door) and Saturday is open to the public.
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Saturday, October 16, 2010 |
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 will offer a great selection of encyclopedias, reference materials, children's books, and thousands of books on a vast array of topics - all at bargain prices. A variety of records, CDs, cassette tapes, VHS tapes, and DVDs will be offered. Friday is Friends members only (you can join at the door) and Saturday is open to the public.
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Saturday, October 16, 2010 |
2:00 PM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Confused about the latest in e-book technology? Thinking about buying a special gift for a reader? Expert Louis Dominguez will walk participants through the basics of various devices on the market, how they differ, and which one is right for which reader. This event is free and recommended for adults and teens. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 to register or for more information.
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Sunday, October 17, 2010 |
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 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. today.
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Monday, October 18, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Walteria Library, 3815 W. 242nd St.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418 for more information.
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Monday, October 18, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Toddlertime is designed for children 18 months to 3 years old along with a parent or caregiver. The Librarian will share stories, songs, and other activities designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Monday, October 18, 2010 |
6:30 PM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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This storytime is geared for children ages two and up. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their special pillows and/or blankets for stories and songs before bedtime. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Monday, October 18, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 19, 2010 |
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 6 to 18 months old in this program designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 19, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 19, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 19, 2010 |
11:00 AM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 19, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Walteria Library, 3815 W. 242nd St.
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The Books Eclectic Reading Group meets monthly to discuss classic and contemporary books. All Torrance Public Library book discussion groups are free and no registration is required. Please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 19, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 19, 2010 |
7:00 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, October 20, 2010 |
11:00 AM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Toddlertime is designed for children 18 months to 3 years old along with a parent or caregiver. The Librarian will share stories, songs, and other activities designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010 |
4:00 PM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Get ready for Halloween with spooky stories and a creepy craft! Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010 |
4:00 PM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Teens (grades 7 - 12), register at the Henderson Library, read the latest book, and join us for a discussion while enjoying pizza! Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010 |
4:00 PM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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Teens (grade 7 - 12), register at the Southeast Library, read the latest book, and join us for discussion while enjoying pizza! Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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This storytime is geared for children ages two and up. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their special pillows and/or blankets for stories and songs before bedtime. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Thursday, October 21, 2010 |
3:30 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center LIbrary, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Teens in 6th through 12th grade are invited to explore their creative side at the Katy Geissert Civic Center Library. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Friday, October 22, 2010 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed.
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Friday, October 22, 2010 |
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Learn about the symbols and colors on coats of arms, then using information from your family, make your own. This program is free and no registration is required, but is recommended for children ages 5 and up, participating with a family member. Part of the Outlaw Robin Hood series of events. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information. Please note: In keeping with the spirit of Robin Hood, we invite you to 'rob from yourself and give to the poor' by bringing a new, unwrapped toy or non-perishable food item to this event. All donations will be distributed to local charities.
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Saturday, October 23, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Bring the little ones from ages one to five to Musical Mornings: A Toddler and Preschool Concert Series featuring Halloween stories and songs with Ken Frawley. The program is free, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Saturday, October 23, 2010 |
2:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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One of the most successful and entertaining films of all time, this classic stars Errol Flynn as Robin Hood, leading his swashbucklers to foil evil Prince John and wicked Sir Guy Gisbourne. This Robin Hood is more than a legend, but an activist-hero who fights injustice and cruelty. This movie is free and not rated. Part of the Library's Outlaw Robin Hood series of events. Please note: In keeping with the spirit of Robin Hood, we invite you to 'rob from yourself and give to the poor' by bringing a new, unwrapped toy or non-perishable food item to this event. All donations will be distributed to local charities.
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Sunday, October 24, 2010 |
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 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. today.
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Monday, October 25, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Walteria Library, 3815 W. 242nd St.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418 for more information.
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Monday, October 25, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Toddlertime is designed for children 18 months to 3 years old along with a parent or caregiver. The Librarian will share stories, songs, and other activities designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Monday, October 25, 2010 |
6:30 PM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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This storytime is geared for children ages two and up. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their special pillows and/or blankets for stories and songs before bedtime. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Monday, October 25, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010 |
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 6 to 18 months old in this program designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010 |
10:30 AM
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North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the North Torrance Library at 310-323-7200 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010 |
11:00 AM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Polly Watts Story Theater, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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This storytime is open to the entire family! All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 27, 2010 |
11:00 AM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Toddlertime is designed for children 18 months to 3 years old along with a parent or caregiver. The Librarian will share stories, songs, and other activities designed to build pre-literacy skills. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free, but room space may be limited so please arrive on time. Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 27, 2010 |
4:00 PM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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Youth of all ages are invited to enter a costume contest, enjoy scary stories, and make creepy crafts in preparation for Halloween! Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 27, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Henderson Library, 4805 Emerald St.
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This storytime is geared for children ages two and up. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their special pillows and/or blankets for stories and songs before bedtime. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information.
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Wednesday, October 27, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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Hungry historians, students, and pop culture enthusiasts will appreciate this virtual road trip to Southern California's most unique eating establishments with authors Adriene Biondo and John Eng. Photographs of restauraunts that are still in business as well as those from days gone by will be shared. This Meet the Author program is free and no registration is required. Please call the Reference Department at 310-618-5959 for more information.
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Thursday, October 28, 2010 |
7:00 PM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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The Creative Spirit Book Group discusses the work of a variety of authors. All Torrance Public Library book discussion groups are free, and no registration is required. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information.
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Saturday, October 30, 2010 |
2:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, Community Meeting Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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This program has been cancelled, and we apologize for any inconvenience. For further information, please contact Hillary Theyer in Library Administration at 310-618-5950.
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Sunday, October 31, 2010 |
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 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. today.
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