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Week of Saturday, August 20, 2011
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Saturday, August 20, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Charles H. Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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The Torrance Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from over 60 California farms. The market is held at Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Listen to live music, and stay for breakfast or lunch.
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Saturday, August 20, 2011 |
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.
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Saturday, August 20, 2011 |
10:30 AM
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El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach
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Here is an opportunity to learn the basics of this centuries old technique and create a beautiful piece of art. First of two classes - second class is Saturday, August 27. Free, all materials provided by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information.
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Saturday, August 20, 2011 |
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 Dr. Leslie R. Martin, co-author of The Longevity Project which examines one of the most famous psychology studies in an effort to find out who lives longest, and why. 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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Saturday, August 20, 2011 |
8:00 PM - 11:55 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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CHICAGO! Book by Fred Ebb & Bob Fosse - In roaring twenties Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband Amos to take the rap.. until he finds out he's been duped and turns on Roxie!
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Sunday, August 21, 2011 |
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, August 21, 2011 |
2:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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Originally choreographed by Bob Fosse, this play depicts the 1924 trial about the corruption and elite treatment of ‘celebrity criminals’. The play holds up to the test of time and continues to be the longest running revival on Broadway.
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Sunday, August 21, 2011 |
4:00 PM - 11:55 PM
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Red Car Brewery and Restaurant, 1266 Sartori Ave, Torrance
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Join Cancer Support Community-Redondo Beach (CSC-RB), formerly The Wellness Community-South Bay Cities as they present the second annual “Hops For Health” to raise awareness for Prostate Cancer. This “Men only” fundraising event in partnership with Red Car Brewing Company located at 1266 Sartori Avenue – Torrance, CA will be held on Sunday, August 21, 4-8pm. Bottoms up fellas! Guys will enjoy a fun-filled evening--with delicious pub food, comedians, hole-in-one putting contest and a tour of the brewery from the Brew Master and owner Bob Brandt. The event will also include an exciting live auction hosted by Special Guest--Steve Napolitano, field deputy for L.A. County Supervisor Don Knabe, and an opportunity drawing with the chance to win a trip for two on Southwest Airlines (anywhere they fly). Join the guys for a night of beer and buddies. Sponsors include CSC-RB Circle of Hope Sponsor Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance. Other sponsorship opportunities are still available by contacting Kristin Conforti on extension 26, or via email at kristin@cancersupportredondobeach.org. Proceeds will benefit the more than 140 free programs per month offered by Cancer Support Community-Redondo Beach.
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Monday, August 22, 2011 |
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Council Chambers, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Monday, August 22, 2011 |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, 3400 Torrance Bl., Ste. 100
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Charles H. Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
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The Torrance Certified Farmers' Market offers top quality produce from over 60 California farms. The market is held at Wilson Park, adjacent to the Dee Hardison Sports Center. Listen to live music, and stay for breakfast or lunch.
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011 |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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City Hall, Council Chamber, 3031 Torrance Bl.
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5:30 p.m. Executive Session,
7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011 |
4:30 PM
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City Hall, 3rd Floor Assembly Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011 |
6:00 PM
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City Hall, West Annex Commission Room, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011 |
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Health Conference Center 1 & 2, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, 3330 Lomita Blvd., Torrance
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Carolynn Peterson, RN, MSN, AOCN, is on oncology nurse with over 30 years experience working with cancer survivors and their loved ones on the personal impact of cancer and cancer treatments. She is also an American Cancer Society volunteer for the state-wide “I Can Cope” program. This program is presented by the South Bay Survivorship Consortium. Seating is limited; light refreshments will be served. Reserve your place now by calling 310-517-4660.
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Thursday, August 25, 2011 |
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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Thursday, August 25, 2011 |
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Madrona Marsh Preserve, 3201 Plaza del Amo, Torrance
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Join the Propagation Society 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 fundraising events at Madrona Marsh, 'pot up' plants to larger containers, collect and 'clean' seeds and prune native plants in the nursery.
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Thursday, August 25, 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, August 25, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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Southeast Library, 23115 Arlington Ave.
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The Creative Spirit Book Group discusses Major Pettigrew's Last Stand by Helen Simonson. 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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Thursday, August 25, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Rd., Rolling Hills Estates
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Friday, August 26, 2011 |
(All Day)
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City Hall
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City Hall will be closed.
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Friday, August 26, 2011 |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Join Cindy Reid every Friday for this educational, fun program called "Friday Fun." This is a hands-on program for preschoolers ages 3-6 years and their parents or guardians. The program is offered at no charge every Friday from 10 -11:30 a.m. The program incorporates story time, science, art and a tour emphasizing the chosen topic. Some weeks there will also be potting or other activities added. Topics (insects, animals or plants) emphasize respect for all living things and prepare children to be good stewards of the planet. 20 kids maximum. Pre-registration is required, please call the Nature Center to register (310)782-3989. $5 donation accepted.
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Friday, August 26, 2011 |
8:00 PM - 11:55 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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CHICAGO! Book by Fred Ebb & Bob Fosse - In roaring twenties Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband Amos to take the rap.. until he finds out he's been duped and turns on Roxie!
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