Stay in the loop with the Torrance eNewsletter, your go-to source for all the amazing events and opportunities in our community! Published every Thursday at 4 p.m. Sign up or browse archived issues online. Have a question, suggestion, or comment? Email us at eNewsletter@TorranceCA.Gov. | | Bona fide Torrance-based, non-profit groups may submit events to be included in the Torrance citywide calendar, pending approval. Events must occur within Torrance city limits to be considered. Find out more, and Share Your Event | | |
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the City Yard Open House! It was a pleasure meeting so many of you and sharing a behind-the-scenes look at the vehicles, equipment, and amazing people who help keep Torrance running. Until next time!
Visit City Yard Open House page to check out some photos from the event!
| | | | 2025 Torrance City Yard Open House | The 2025 City Yard Open House provided visitors with the opportunity to climb into City of Torrance vehicles, participate in a unique scavenger hunt and interact with City departments. | | Photos courtesy of @Lidia Pareno | | Share your favorite shots of the City! Use #TorranceCA so we can find your shots and share them! | | | | |
Congratulations to the first five lucky winners of our Torrance Giveaway Merch!
Lucky 🔑 Winners:
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If you didn’t win this time, don’t worry — we’re just getting started! We’ll be randomly giving away a variety of fun merchandise throughout the year.
To enter, comment on our Torrance Merch Giveaway video. Tell us which giveaway item is your favorite for a chance to win a Torrance hat, beach towel, Torrance-Opoly board game, Discover Torrance tote bag, or a notebook!
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| | | | 4th of July Fireworks Show | We are excited to announce the 2025 4th of July Fireworks Show! Get ready for a spectacular display of fireworks! Join us for a festive evening filled with music, food, and a spectacular fireworks display! This year’s celebration will feature three delicious food trucks, plus an ice cream stand and a coffee stand—perfect for a summer night out with family and friends! Doors open at 6:45 p.m., and the fireworks show is set to start at 8:45 p.m. Want to win prizes? Join our Only in Torrance Trivia during the event! Check out the teaser video below for a sneak peek of some fabulous prizes you can win. | We would like to remind the community that the possession, sale, use, and discharge of fireworks are illegal in Torrance. Please report fireworks or suspicious behavior by calling (310) 328-3456 for non-emergencies and 911 for emergencies. | | | | Torrance Police Department Community Statement on Recent Immigration Activity | |
The Torrance Police Department is aware of recent federal immigration enforcement actions in our city and throughout Los Angeles County. Consistent with California Senate Bill 54 and the principles laid out in the California Values Act, the Torrance Police Department does not participate in civil immigration enforcement and our officers do not engage in federal immigration operations. TPD also does not inquire about immigration status during calls for service, and do not assist federal agencies in civil immigration actions.
We want to assure the community that accessing Torrance Police Department services is not dependent on citizenship or immigration status. Our services are available to all who need assistance, and we are dedicated to making sure everyone feels safe and treated with respect when they interact with our officers.
Our mission remains focused on ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone in our city.
| | | | Meet Your Torrance City Council | Get to know your City Council! Peek into their lives beyond City Hall, from where they grew up and their first jobs to their hobbies and fun facts. | | | | Help Support the Torrance Rose Float Association | The Torrance Rose Float Association needs YOUR help! For nearly 70 years, Torrance has proudly shined in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses. But this year, float costs have increased, putting our tradition at risk. Help keep this great tradition alive by donating just $1. Every donation helps. | | | | |
The City of Torrance has shared its concerns with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) regarding the proposed permanent supportive housing project at the Extended Stay America Hotel (3525 Torrance Blvd.) Now’s your chance to weigh in.
When contacting HCD, include:
- Your connection to the Torrance community
- Specific observations about local housing needs
- Questions about project implementation
- Concerns about community impact
- Suggestions for addressing housing challenges
Call HCD at (916) 263-2911 or email at HomeKey@hcd.ca.gov, include "Torrance Extended Stay America - Homekey+ Application" in your subject line.
Act now. Selections will be awarded early Summer 2025.
| | | | Columbia Park Soccer Fields Turf Maintenance | The Columbia Park Soccer Fields are closed until approximately August 15 for annual turf maintenance. Each year, the fields are temporarily closed to allow the turf to rest and undergo essential maintenance, including aeration, seeding, fertilization, and topdressing. This annual process is necessary to ensure a safe and playable surface for both organized sports and recreational use. The closure is essential at Columbia Park, where the use of reclaimed water for irrigation presents unique challenges to maintaining healthy, consistent natural turf. | | | | We Are Torrance... And We Are Hiring! | |
Want to join Team Torrance? Check out some of our openings:
| | Contamination Minimization Route Reviews to begin in July 2025 | | |
In accordance with SB 1383 regulations, the City and its contractors will conduct random visual audits of curbside refuse, recycling, and organics carts. These audits will allow us to provide real-time, actionable feedback through cart tags on audited carts. Importantly, these inspections are purely educational, and NO enforcement actions will be taken.
The insights gained from these route reviews will assist us in developing educational outreach material aimed at improving proper recycling practices. The contractors will only inspect carts placed at the curbside for collection and will not enter private property. Materials will NEVER be removed from the carts during visual inspection. The contractors will be working in groups or pairs, wearing high-visibility vests and identification badges. If you see team members on your street, feel free to approach them with your recycling questions or simply say hello! Not sure what goes where? Visit our What Goes Where guide at www.TorranceRecycles.org
| | | JUNE 28 @ 5 P.M. | JULY 5 @ 5 P.M. | JULY 11-13 @ 12 - 6 P.M. | | BLUE BREEZE BAND
BLUES, SOUL, R&B, JAZZ | ANDY & RENEE & HARD RAIN
Woodstock Retrospective | TRYST INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR & NOMAD
Del Amo Crossing
21535 Hawthorne Blvd. | | | |
Now - August 30
Torrance Summer Nights
| | The Community Services Division is thrilled to celebrate its 3rd Annual Torrance Summer Nights Festival presented by sponsor Torrance Refining Company. Join us now through August 30, 2025, and immerse yourself in a cultural extravaganza of music, movies, art, and live theater. Most of the festival events take place at the Wilson Park Amphitheatre. We encourage you to bring a picnic basket, blankets, and chairs to enjoy the social atmosphere. | | |
This Week: Blue Breeze Band - Blue, Soul, R&B, and Jazz
Get ready to groove with The Blue Breeze Band, the ultimate tribute to Motown, R&B, Soul, Funk, Jazz, and Blues! For over 15 years, this powerhouse group has brought their electrifying performances to audiences across the country. With a roster of musicians who’ve shared the stage with legends like The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Mary J. Blige, and more, you’re in for a night of unforgettable hits. From smooth grooves to high-energy jams, The Blue Breeze Band’s dynamic sound and stage presence will have you dancing all night long!
| | | | Locked Out of Heaven - Bruno Mars Tribute Band | Uptown Funk brought the party to Wilson Park! The Bruno Mars tribute band lit up the night with nonstop hits, high energy, and crowd-pleasing grooves that had everyone dancing, singing, and smiling from start to finish. It was a night to remember under the summer sky. Thank you to everyone who came out and made it a magical evening! | | | | Heading to Torrance Summer Nights at Wilson Park this weekend? We’ve got your ride covered! Take Connect Torrance to avoid traffic and parking. Check out our new expanded service zone and hours. Request a ride by downloading the Connect Torrance app or call (424) 688-9251. First 6 rides are free for new users. | | | | Our WhyTorrance platform is the go-to resource for new and expanding businesses, providing streamlined access to City services, Economic Development tools, and key demographic data to help guide your decisions. Explore Torrance’s culture, amenities, and attractions that make it an ideal location for businesses, employees, and families. Whether you're looking to invest, grow, or simply learn more, we invite you to discover all the advantages Torrance has to offer. Discover the Torrance Advantage! | | | | Summer Reading Program 2025 | |
Torrance Public Library challenges you to “Level Up at Your Library” by joining the 2025 Summer Reading Program at your favorite Torrance Public Library location or online. Participants of all ages are encouraged to earn badges by:
- Reading for 16 hours
- Attending 16 library events
- Completing literacy-based activities
- Or mixing and matching to meet your goal!
Every minute you read or engage in literacy turns into points and badges. Once you’ve earned enough points, pick up a reward at any Torrance Public Library location by August 16, 2025 (while supplies last, one prize per participant). Finish the challenge early? Keep going to unlock a special bonus prize!
| | | | Buffy The Vampire Slayer Convention | |
Sunnydale came back to life at Torrance High for an epic Buffy the Vampire Slayer Convention!
Fans from near and far came to the real filming location of the iconic show—our very own Torrance High School. With cast meet-and-greets, spooky-cool vendors, and over a thousand die-hard Buffy fans, this unforgettable weekend was straight out of the Hellmouth. 🩸
| | | | Torrance Certified Farmers' Market 40th Anniversary | Happy 40th Anniversary Torrance Certified Farmers' Market! Learn more about the history behind the market and what makes it special. | | COYOTE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM | | | | To report coyote activity, please call the 24-hour Coyote Hotline at (310) 618-3898 or use the Coyote Management Portal to submit a report online. If you see a coyote attacking a person, immediately call 911. For questions regarding the Coyote Management program, email POrenstein@TorranceCA.Gov. | | | | |
June 27
Swim In Movie Nights at the Plunge
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Join us for a special swim-in movie experience at The Plunge! We’re setting up our giant outdoor screen so you can enjoy Inside Out 2 while floating in the pool or relaxing on the deck. The movie starts at 7:30 p.m., and tickets are just $5. Please note that recreation swim rules apply—no flotation devices or outside food and drinks allowed, though chairs are welcome on the pool deck.
Space is limited, so registration is required—don’t wait to sign up! Can't make it? Join us on July 25— registration opens July 9!
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June 28
Free E-Waste Recycling and Paper Shredding
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Stop by our recycling event on Saturday, June 28th, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Torrance City Hall (near the Torrance Courthouse off Maple Ave). Drop off your old electronics and shredded paper for free!
Hazardous waste, such as batteries and fluorescent bulbs, will not be accepted. This event is only for Torrance residents. Please bring I.D.
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June 30 - July 3
Torrance Theatre Company Summer Camps 2025
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Lights, camera, action! Join the Torrance Theatre Company for an unforgettable summer of creativity, confidence, and performance. They are perfect for young performers of all skill levels. Here are the following camps that start the week of June 30 through July 3.
Visit Torrance.Rec.Us to register for upcoming classes. All TTC Camps are at Torrance Park Band Shell at 2001 Santa Fe Ave. Each camp will hold a special showcase at the end of the week!
| | | | Halal Night Fest is Southern California’s first halal night market, designed to celebrate culture, community, and cuisine all in one vibrant space. The event showcases some of the best halal food vendors from across the region, alongside local small businesses offering unique products and experiences. With a lively atmosphere and welcoming energy, Halal Night Fest is more than just a food festival — it’s a place to connect, explore, and create lasting memories with family and friends. | | | | |
Torrance residents can still grab tickets to Torrance Dodger Day at Torrance.Rec.Us! Join us to watch the Dodgers go against the Milwaukee Brewers. Thirty ticket holders will be randomly selected for a pre-game on-field picture opportunity.
Ticket prices are $36.90 for sections 45-57. Limit 6 tickets per transaction. Don't miss your chance to catch the reigning World Series champs in action with us! Tickets are available for purchase for Torrance residents only.
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