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Sunday, May 1, 2011 |
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Torrance Cultural Arts Center [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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This hugely popular festival features performances, exhibits, demonstrations, and workshops of Japanese dance, music, martial arts, flower arranging, calligraphy, a tea ceremony, and more! A variety of Japanese foods will tantalize your taste buds and there will be games for the children to enjoy. Don’t miss this fun-filled family event.
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Sunday, May 1, 2011 |
1:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Enjoy this afternoon charity show featuring hit songs popular in Japan along with a dance performance and humorous skits.
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Tuesday, May 3, 2011 |
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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Learn how ceramics are used and decorated through the ages, as clay objects have evolved into artworks that reveal the cultural, social, and financial status of their owners. Learn how ceramics is used and decorated.
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Tuesday, May 3, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Wednesday, May 4, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Thursday, May 5, 2011 |
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Corner of El Prado and Sartori Avenues in Downtown Torrance
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Shop for fresh, California grown produce in a fun and friendly atmosphere! The Downtown Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from 15 California farms. Come by and enjoy the Farmers' Market and explore charming Downtown Torrance.
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Thursday, May 5, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Friday, May 6, 2011 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed.
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Friday, May 6, 2011 |
8:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Regina Klenjoski Dance Company, known for its inventive choreography and riveting performances, brings theatrical dance to the South Bay. Passionate about the moving body with a thirst for communicating through dance, the Austrian-born Klenjoski creates deeply personal works that examine our search for intimacy in contemporary society. RKDC brings truth to the forefront and delivers a program of athleticism, grace, and humor. In the critically acclaimed, Horton Award-nominated work, Love Lies Waiting, Klenjoski considers the tempestuous landscape of love and desire through the eyes of a loner in search of the perfect love.
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Saturday, May 7, 2011 |
8:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Regina Klenjoski Dance Company, known for its inventive choreography and riveting performances, brings theatrical dance to the South Bay. Passionate about the moving body with a thirst for communicating through dance, the Austrian-born Klenjoski creates deeply personal works that examine our search for intimacy in contemporary society. RKDC brings truth to the forefront and delivers a program of athleticism, grace, and humor. In the critically acclaimed, Horton Award-nominated work, Love Lies Waiting, Klenjoski considers the tempestuous landscape of love and desire through the eyes of a loner in search of the perfect love.
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Thursday, May 12, 2011 |
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Corner of El Prado and Sartori Avenues in Downtown Torrance
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Shop for fresh, California grown produce in a fun and friendly atmosphere! The Downtown Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from 15 California farms. Come by and enjoy the Farmers' Market and explore charming Downtown Torrance.
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Friday, May 13, 2011 |
7:30 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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An ambivalent Cinderella? A blood thirsty Little Red Riding Hood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? A witch…who raps? They’re all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s fractured fairy tale.
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Saturday, May 14, 2011 |
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Torrance Cultural Arts Center [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Celebrate Older American’s Month with a day of browsing through all sorts of arts and crafts for sale by seniors, a community resource information booth, food booths, health information, door prizes, blood pressure screening, and live entertainment throughout the day.
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Saturday, May 14, 2011 |
2:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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An ambivalent Cinderella? A blood thirsty Little Red Riding Hood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? A witch…who raps? They’re all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s fractured fairy tale.
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Saturday, May 14, 2011 |
7:30 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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An ambivalent Cinderella? A blood thirsty Little Red Riding Hood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? A witch…who raps? They’re all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s fractured fairy tale.
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Monday, May 16, 2011 |
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Library Meeting Room [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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In a world where the politicians, the news media, and even the activists choose to present only the problems, its's tough to know how you can personally make lasting change for good. We don't pretend to have the answers, but we'd love to engage with you in a thoughtful discussion on what we can all do to make the world a better place, for ourselves and our children.
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Monday, May 16, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Culture Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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This concert will feature the jazz band, beginning band, concert band, and wind ensemble.
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Wednesday, May 18, 2011 |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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3330 Civic Center Drive, Culutral Arts Center (Toytoa Meeting Hall)
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Annual Memorial, hosted by the Chief of Police, to remember those who have given the ultimate sacrafice in the line of duty.
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Wednesday, May 18, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Torrance dance and drill teams from kindergarten through 8th grade compete and perform throughout Southern California in parades, competitions, and shows. This show is a culmination of their exciting and competitive season.
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Thursday, May 19, 2011 |
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Corner of El Prado and Sartori Avenues in Downtown Torrance
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Shop for fresh, California grown produce in a fun and friendly atmosphere! The Downtown Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from 15 California farms. Come by and enjoy the Farmers' Market and explore charming Downtown Torrance.
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Friday, May 20, 2011 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed.
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Friday, May 20, 2011 |
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Del Amo Fashion Center, west of the Lifestyle Wing parking structure
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Come see the military equipment and vehicles from all military branches, including, tanks, helicopters, trucks and other equipment. Participants will also be able to talk with and ask questions of our brave military men and women. The outdoor exhibits will be in the lower lot to the rear (west of) of the parking structure of the Lifestyle Wing. The exhibits will continue through the weekend until Sunday, May 22, at 3:00 p.m.
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Friday, May 20, 2011 |
1:30 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Celebrate the City of Torrance’s 52nd Annual Armed Forces Day with a patriotic concert by the men and women of the fabulous California Army National Guard.
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Friday, May 20, 2011 |
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive.
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Come and see the world renowned United States Army Band perform in this FREE concert. The band will perform various patriotic tunes and some surprises. This is a concert you will not want to miss. There will be a second performance at 7:30 p.m.
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Friday, May 20, 2011 |
7:30 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Celebrate the City of Torrance’s 52nd Annual Armed Forces Day with a patriotic concert by the men and women of the fabulous California Army National Guard.
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Friday, May 20, 2011 |
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theater, 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Come and see the world renowned United States Army Band perform in this FREE concert. The band will perform various patriotic tunes and some surprises. This is a concert you will not want to miss. If you can't make it to this concert, don't forget that there is also a matinee performace at 1:30 p.m.
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Saturday, May 21, 2011 |
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Del Amo Fashion Center, west of the Lifestyle Wing parking structure
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Come see the military equipment and vehicles from all military branches, including, tanks, helicopters, trucks and other equipment. Participants will also be able to talk with and ask questions of our brave military men and women. The outdoor exhibits will be in the lower lot to the rear (west of) of the parking structure of the Lifestyle Wing. The exhibits will continue through the weekend until Sunday, May 22, at 3:00 p.m.
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Saturday, May 21, 2011 |
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Torrance Blvd between Crenshaw and Madrona
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The City of Torrance continues its proud tradition of honoring the men and women of our military with the 52nd annual Armed Forces Day parade. This is the longest running Dept of Defense sanctioned Armed Forces Day parade in the nation. The parade route is westbound on Torrance Blvd beginning at Crenshaw Blvd and continuing to Madrona Ave.
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Saturday, May 21, 2011 |
8:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Sunday, May 22, 2011 |
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Del Amo Fashion Center west of the Lifestyle Wing parking structure
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This is the final day to come out and see the military equipment and vehicles from all military branches, including, tanks, helicopters, trucks and other equipment. Participants will also be able to talk with and ask questions of our brave military men and women. The outdoor exhibits will be in the lower lot to the rear (west of) of the parking structure of the Lifestyle Wing. The exhibits will close at 3:00 p.m.
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Sunday, May 22, 2011 |
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Dance and music of Okinawa by local artists and musicians of the Okinawa Association of America, Inc. The Okinawa Association of America Performing Arts Committee presents its biennial "Utayabira Wuduyabira" show which features Okinawan performing arts - dance, taiko and music on uta-sanshin. This production showcases the local artists and musicians affiliated with the OAA.
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Thursday, May 26, 2011 |
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Corner of El Prado and Sartori Avenues in Downtown Torrance
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Shop for fresh, California grown produce in a fun and friendly atmosphere! The Downtown Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from 15 California farms. Come by and enjoy the Farmers' Market and explore charming Downtown Torrance.
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Saturday, May 28, 2011 |
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Arcadia County Park, 405 S. Santa Anita Avenue, Arcadia 91006
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Please join us for the 14th Annual "Remembering Our Veterans and Their Families: Past, Present and Future" event! A special tribute to our armed forces will be held at 11:30 a.m., co-hosted by Channel 4 Weatherman, Fritz Coleman. Our family event will include skydivers, flyovers, a "Wall of Remembrance" of veterans (bring copies of photos of your loved ones to place on the wall), displays of military vehicles and equipment, a children's area (face painting, arts and crafts, games, entertainment, free popcorn), free vaccinations, free haircuts and manicures, live entertainment, food booths and much, much more. LA County departments, governmental, independent and private agencies will provide an abundance of informationand resources such as health, employment, child support, legal services, etc. We hope to see you on this special day as we honor our service men and women!
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Saturday, May 28, 2011 |
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Torrance Art Museum
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MAIN GALLERY - Telephone
Based on the game, the premise of this show is one of highlighting the grass-roots networks and connections between emerging artists that form the art world today in Los Angeles.
Gallery Two - The Future Can Wait presents - Polemically Small - Over 100 small works by UK based Artists
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Saturday, May 28, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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George Nakano Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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THE PRESIDENT AND HIS SECRETARY OF DEFENSE CARRY THE WAR NORTH WITH AIR CAMPAIGN
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Monday, May 30, 2011 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed
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Tuesday, May 31, 2011 |
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Torrance Art Museum - 3320 Civic Center Drive
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MAIN GALLERY - Telephone
Based on the game, the premise of this show is one of highlighting the grass-roots networks and connections between emerging artists that form the art world today in Los Angeles.
Gallery Two - The Future Can Wait presents - Polemically Small - Over 100 small works by UK based Artists
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