http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=startup;calID=2020;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 WebEvent View 2.7.0 build 42684 http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=45485;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Farmers Market Staff Date: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47995;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Nature Center Date: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 Time: 8:45 AM - Noon Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57469;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Alison Sherman Date: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Description: Come and learn ways to reduce and recycle yard waste by composting, "grasscycling," worm composting, and water-wise gardening at Torrance's permanent composting and water-wise gardening demonstration site at Columbia Park. It is operated in conjunction with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works. The Beginning Workshop teaches backyard composting, worm composting, grass recycling, water-wise gardening, and fire-wise gardening. The Advanced Workshop teaches organic gardening, the art and science of good soil, environmentally responsible ways to control pests, conserving water around the garden, and using native and drought-tolerant plants. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57365;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Youth Services Date: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 Time: 10:30 AM Description: Bring your little ones, ages one through five, for a morning of music and fun! This series of Saturday concerts is recommended for ages one to five, and showcases some of the best names in musical entertainment. This concert is free and no registration is required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. For more information, please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=58716;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Max Presneill Date: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Description: Main Gallery - The Unseen ~ Documenting Esoteric Symbols in Contempory Art - Curated by Adela Leibowitz Gallery Two - Cities Visionary Places - Curated by Camilla Boemio http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=58235;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Nature Center Date: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Description: Are you stumped as to how to re-design your garden so it is more drought tolerant? Do you want to learn about where and how to plant California Native Plants? This series offers step-by-step personalized assistance in all aspects of creating a new garden. $70 per person or $80 per couple. This will be a 4 class workshop with Dr. Connie Vadheim a profressor from Cal State Dominguez Hills. Registration required for this workshop. To register call the Nature Center at (310)782-3989 http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57775;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Torrance Cultural Arts Center Date: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 Time: 2:00 PM Description: Sophisticated, macabre, visceral, and uncompromising, Sweeney Todd School Edition nevertheless has a great sense of fun, mixing intense drama with moments of dark humor. Audiences find themselves laughing hysterically one moment and gasping in surprise the next. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=58806;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Reference Department Date: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 Time: 2:00 PM Description: For seven years, Alison Arngrim played Nellie Oleson, the girl everyone loved to hate on the beloved television show Little House on the Prairie. She discusses her time on the television show, her greatest challenges, and how the character of Nellie taught her to be bold, daring and determined. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Free, seating is limited and first-come, first seated. Sponsored by the Friends of the Torrance Library. Please call the Reference Department at 310-618-5959 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59693;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Sylvia Landeverde, Admin Mgr., Switzer Center Date: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 Time: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM Description: The Switzer Learning Center's 33rd Annual Monte Carlo presented by the Del Amo Rotary of Torrance will take place on Saturday, October 29th at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center. Dress up in your most outrageous Halloween costume while doing something special for your community through two great organizations. The Switzer Center celebrates its 45th Anniversary of bringing special education to the South Bay community. The Switzer Center helps children struggling with various disabilities. Proceeds help create hope and opportunity for children with severe learning, emotional, social, behavioral and developmental disabilities. Through its high and ethical standards in business and professions, the men and women of Del Amo Rotary of Torrance see Monte Carlo night as an opportunity to serve the community. Proceeds also raises funds for the Rotary scholarship program. Festivities include gaming, great food, cocktails, a silent and live auction and cheerful camaraderie! You can make a difference by donating prizes, attending and lending support. Advertising sponsorship opportunities are also available. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57780;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Torrance Cultural Arts Center Date: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 Time: 7:30 PM Description: Sophisticated, macabre, visceral, and uncompromising, Sweeney Todd School Edition nevertheless has a great sense of fun, mixing intense drama with moments of dark humor. Audiences find themselves laughing hysterically one moment and gasping in surprise the next. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=58786;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Friends of the TTC Date: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 Time: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Description: When the Soady clan reunites for the opening day of deer season at the family's Upper Peninsula camp. Reuben Soady brings with him the infamous reputation of being the oldest Soady in the history of the Soadys never to bag a buck. In a hunting story to beat all hunting stories, Escanaba in da Moonlight spins a hilarious tale of humor and heart as Reuben goes to any and all lengths to remove himself from the wrong end of the family record book. The Torrance Theatre Company and the Friends of TTC welcome you to the downtown venue where the 2011-2012 season will continue. Plenty of free parking and within walking distance of over a dozen eating establishments. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59687;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Tammy Khan, Office of TUSD Superintendent Date: Sun, Oct 30, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - Noon Description: Last year the Torrance Education Foundation (TEF) and Torrance Unified School District (TUSD) raised $20,000 from the Skechers Pier to Pier Walk. This year TEF and TUSD hopes you'll help them "walk" past that amount with all monies raised help support for the education community and show your TUSD pride! The Pier to Pier Walk will take place on Sunday, October 30th. Every registrant will receive a Skechers goodie bag, which includes a t-shirt and other fun items. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. with opening ceremonies starting at 9 a.m. Stick around after the Walk for the World Famous Pumpkin Races. Four-Legged friends are welcome as long as they are kept on a leash. All area South Bay Education Foundations participate in a walk from the Manhattan Beach Pier to the Hermosa Beach Pier and back. Registration is only $25 dollars and there are other sponsorship opportunities also available. To register for the walk please visit the event website at www.skechersfriendshipwalk.com. Register as an individual, school team, or create your own team. Please remember to donate fees to the ***“Torrance Education Foundation”*** so your dollars don't "walk" away from TUSD. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=55097;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Nature Center Date: Sun, Oct 30, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - Noon Description: Take a relaxing, informative walk with a docent, exploring and enjoying the Preserve. 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 (310)782-3989. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57785;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Torrance Cultural Arts Center Date: Sun, Oct 30, 2011 Time: 1:00 PM Description: Enjoy this evening of Karaoke singing from the thirty participants of the club, plus a special professional guest singer from Japan. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=56709;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Library Administration Date: Sun, Oct 30, 2011 Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59670;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Debbie Hays Date: Sun, Oct 30, 2011 Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Description: Join the Torrance Historical Society for an afternoon with Tom Philo, Archivist/Cataloger for California State University, Dominguez Hills, and learn how to care for family photos, basic conservation techniques, and how to archive and safely display them for all to see. This presentation is free, and open to the public, but seating is limited, so arrive early! http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59305;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Allison Saufua Date: Mon, Oct 31, 2011 Time: 4:00 AM - 8:00 AM Description: Halloween Carnival at the Charles Wilson Park located at 2200 Crenshaw Blvd. on Monday, October 31, 2011 from 4 – 8 p.m. Come enjoy a safe and fun alternative to trick-or-treating! Game booths and prizes are available for children of all ages. Join us for the costume parade at 6:30 p.m. Music provided by DJ Ozzie. Food booths will be available. Dogs are not permitted in the event area. $9.00 per wristband. Wristband includes unlimited games and are required for children only. Food will be available for an extra charge. Please call (310) 618-2930 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=58838;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Youth Services Department Date: Mon, Oct 31, 2011 Description: Attention all first graders! Stop by any Torrance Public Library during the month of October to sign up for or show your very own Torrance Library Card and get a free book! Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57252;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Walteria Library Date: Mon, Oct 31, 2011 Time: 10:30 AM Description: The Librarian will share stories, songs and fun for the whole 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=56951;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Youth Services Department Date: Mon, Oct 31, 2011 Time: 10:30 AM Description: The Librarian presents stories and songs for children ages 18 months to 3 years and a participating caregiver. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required, but the room can get full so please arrive on time. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59059;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Allison Saufua Date: Mon, Oct 31, 2011 Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Description: Pueblo Park Program. Pueblo Park is located at 2252 Del Amo Blvd. Date and Time: Monday-Friday, September 26, 2011- December 16, 2011, from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at Pueblo Park. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts all week long 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. Pueblo Park will be closed November 11 and November 24-25. For more information, please call (310) 618-2930 or email ASaufua@TorranceCA.Gov http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=56633;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Library Administration Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Description: The North Torrance Library will be closed for construction from September 6 for approximately three months. During this time library items may be returned in the outside drops, and all other Torrance libraries are open regular hours. For more information, please call Library Administration at 310-618-5950. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=45750;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Farmers Market Staff Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47119;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Nature Center Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM Description: Take a stroll with Dave Moody and Ron Melin as you identify the different species of birds at the Madrona Marsh as well as other parks throughout the City of Torrance. This walk is welcome to all ages and is free. Re-occurs on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Tuesday of every month. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=53159;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 City Clerk Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 9:00 AM http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57887;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Nature Center Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - Noon Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=53739;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Nature Center Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - Noon Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57298;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Henderson Library Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 10:30 AM Description: The Librarian will share stories, songs and fun for the whole family. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57206;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Youth Services Department Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 10:30 AM Description: The Librarian will share stories, songs, and fun for the whole family. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. NOTE: Due to construction, this program will meet in the West McMaster Park Meeting Room. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=60088;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 El Retiro Library Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 10:30 AM Description: The El Retiro Library Book Group meets to discuss great books. All Torrance Public Library book discussion groups are free and no registration is required, just read the book prior to the meeting. For titles and more information, please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=56905;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Youth Services Department Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 10:30 AM Description: The Librarian will share stories, songs and other activities. This program is designed for infants ages 6 to 18 months, with the one-on-one participate of a caregiver. All Torrance Public Library storyimes are free with no registration required, but the room can get full so please arrive on time. Call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57344;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Southeast Library Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 11:00 AM Description: The Librarian will share stories, songs and fun for the whole family. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59482;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Torrance Cultural Arts Center Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 12:10 PM - 1:00 PM Description: Take a closer look at the thousands of dots that comprise the masterpieces of Georges Pierre Seurat, a French Post Impressionist who developed s signature style of painting that came to be known as Pointillism. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59064;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Allison Saufua Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Description: Pueblo Park Program. Pueblo Park is located at 2252 Del Amo Blvd. Date and Time: Monday-Friday, September 26, 2011- December 16, 2011, from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at Pueblo Park. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts all week long 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. Pueblo Park will be closed November 11 and November 24-25. For more information, please call (310) 618-2930 or email ASaufua@TorranceCA.Gov http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59486;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Torrance Cultural Arts Center] Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 7:00 PM Description: Enjoy an evening concert presented by the talented students of Calle Mayor Middle School. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57101;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Youth Services Department Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 7:00 PM Description: Children and caregivers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring special pillows or blankets to this evening storytime. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Please call the Youth Services Department at 310-618-5964 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=51179;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 City Clerk Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 7:00 PM http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=48660;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 City Clerk Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Description: 5:30 p.m. Executive Session, 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=58081;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Nature Center Date: Wed, Nov 2, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - Noon Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=53570;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Nature Center Date: Wed, Nov 2, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - Noon Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=56997;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 El Retiro Library Date: Wed, Nov 2, 2011 Time: 11:00 AM Description: The Librarian will share stories and songs for children ages 18 months to 3 years and a participating caregiver. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required, but the room can get full so please arrive on time. Please call the El Retiro Library at 310-375-0922 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59069;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Allison Saufua Date: Wed, Nov 2, 2011 Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Description: Pueblo Park Program. Pueblo Park is located at 2252 Del Amo Blvd. Date and Time: Monday-Friday, September 26, 2011- December 16, 2011, from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at Pueblo Park. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts all week long 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. Pueblo Park will be closed November 11 and November 24-25. For more information, please call (310) 618-2930 or email ASaufua@TorranceCA.Gov http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=60083;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Walteria Library Date: Wed, Nov 2, 2011 Time: 4:00 PM Description: Teens - this is your way to provide input on the collections and programs at your local library. Join a Teen Advisory Board! Please call the Walteria Library at 310-375-8418 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=53275;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 City Clerk Date: Wed, Nov 2, 2011 Time: 7:00 PM http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=53192;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 City Clerk Date: Wed, Nov 2, 2011 Time: 7:00 PM http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=57155;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Henderson Library Date: Wed, Nov 2, 2011 Time: 7:00 PM Description: Children and caregivers are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring special pillows or blankets to this evening storytime. All Torrance Public Library storytimes are free and no registration is required, but the room can get crowded so please arrive on time. Please call the Henderson Library at 310-371-2075 for more information. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=38963;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Dana Vinke Date: Wed, Nov 2, 2011 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47151;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Madrona Marsh Nature Center Date: Thu, Nov 3, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Description: Hey, Kids! Come see some of the plants and animals on a guided tour of the Madrona Marsh Preserve. Stollers are ok. Pre-K is the target audience. $5 donation per child is requested. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=55503;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Nature Center Date: Thu, Nov 3, 2011 Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=53920;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Nature Center Date: Thu, Nov 3, 2011 Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59074;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Allison Saufua Date: Thu, Nov 3, 2011 Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Description: Pueblo Park Program. Pueblo Park is located at 2252 Del Amo Blvd. Date and Time: Monday-Friday, September 26, 2011- December 16, 2011, from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at Pueblo Park. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts all week long 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. Pueblo Park will be closed November 11 and November 24-25. For more information, please call (310) 618-2930 or email ASaufua@TorranceCA.Gov http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=51200;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 City Clerk Date: Thu, Nov 3, 2011 Time: 7:00 PM http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=48380;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 webmaster@torrnet.com Date: Fri, Nov 4, 2011 Description: City Hall will be closed. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59906;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Marco A. Sandoval Date: Fri, Nov 4, 2011 Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Description: St. Catherine Laboure School will celebrate a special mass at 8 a.m. honoring veterans, and our current military personal. We want to recognize and thank those who fight to keep peace and freedom alive in our communities and world and who put their lives on the line to protect us in emergencies and times of danger. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=47783;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Nature Center Date: Fri, Nov 4, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Description: 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. http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59079;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Allison Saufua Date: Fri, Nov 4, 2011 Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Description: Pueblo Park Program. Pueblo Park is located at 2252 Del Amo Blvd. Date and Time: Monday-Friday, September 26, 2011- December 16, 2011, from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop in for fun at Pueblo Park. Recreation staff will be leading and supervising activities and crafts all week long 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. Pueblo Park will be closed November 11 and November 24-25. For more information, please call (310) 618-2930 or email ASaufua@TorranceCA.Gov http://www.torranceca.gov/events/webevent.plx?cmd=showevent;eventID=59489;token=guest.fb84b11ed905a78c7ffca964cb57b8b0 Torrance Cultural Arts Center Date: Fri, Nov 4, 2011 Time: 8:00 PM Description: Blending theatre, hip-hop, stand-up comedy, slam poetry, and true-life stories, three tour-de-force performers take on racial slurs, stereotypes and the concept of race itself. Deemed Best Play by the American Readers Theatre Association, N*IGGER WETB*CK CH*NK charges into dangerous territory without the predictable anger and angst. Contains adult subject matter and language.