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 | | Image courtesy of @___s.a.r.a.h | | Torrance Library May 4th build your own lightsaber event | Want to be featured? Use #TorranceCA on social media or share your photos with us directly for a chance to be featured in our Torrance Spotlight. | | HELP US CELEBRATE OUR ARMED FORCES | | | | Honor our military at this year's Armed Forces Day Parade & Celebration happening May 15-17 | |
Join us this weekend as we honor the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces. Enjoy a variety of exciting public events, as we recognize this year’s honored service branch: the United States Marine Corps! If you plan to celebrate with us, be sure to watch and share this video to see what’s new and learn about all the exciting changes this year.
This year, Torrance Transit will be offering a free shuttle service, and you can park at the Mary K. Giordano Transit Center. Get ready for an action-packed weekend! For full schedules, road closures, and parade route information, visit TorranceCA.Gov/AFD.
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Join us for Armed Forces Day Weekend at the Exhibit Site at Torrance City Yard, located along Madrona Ave., right by Del Amo Blvd.
Friday, May 15
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 16
3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Sunday, May 17
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
While this year’s exhibit may feature fewer participants and equipment than in past years, we invite the community to come together in honoring and celebrating our military. Also enjoy the addition of food trucks this year!
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On Saturday, May 16th, start your morning bright and early with the Stars And Stride 5K, presented by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce!
Don’t miss your chance to register and remember this year the race has moved and will begin near the intersection of Maple Ave. and Civic Center Drive at the L.A. Galaxy Sports Complex. Join in and run alongside our heroes in the Armed Forces.
| | | | | 64th Annual City of Torrance Armed Forces Day Parade | Finally, join us in celebrating our Armed Forces at the Parade on Saturday, May 16th at 1:30 p.m.! This year’s honored service branch will be the United States Marine Corps, which is celebrating its 250th birthday this year! Come out and meet members of the military and watch the parade as it marches through Torrance Blvd. There will be multiple road closures along Torrance Blvd., Crenshaw Blvd., Madrona Ave., and Maple Ave. Make sure you check out our road closure map for specific times and plan your day accordingly. | | | | Torrance Police Department Receives Funding For Public Safety Digital Infrastructure Expansion Project | |
Representative Ted W. Lieu, in partnership with the City of Torrance and the Torrance Police Department, hosted a press conference and ceremonial check presentation earlier this week in front of the City Hall building, recognizing $1,031,000 in federal funding secured for the City’s Public Safety Digital Infrastructure Expansion Project.
The project funding will expand Torrance’s public safety communications capabilities through the installation of new Citizen Broadband Radio System (CBRS) sites throughout the City, creating enhanced citywide dedicated network coverage to support emergency response, investigations and critical public safety operations.
| | | | Summer Seasons Now Available! | |
The newest issue of Torrance Seasons is now available online. Check out our catalog of classes beginning the week of June 14, 2026, unless otherwise noted.
- Torrance resident registration begins Tuesday, May 19, 2026
- Non-resident registration begins Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
| | | | Catch a Ride to the Game: New Dodger Stadium Pilot Service! | |
We are excited about the new Pilot Transit Service available to take you directly to UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium for select Sunday home games. Skip the stadium traffic and pricey parking by boarding at the Mary K. Giordano Regional Transit Center (465 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance). For just $4 round trip, you’ll enjoy a stress-free ride and free parking at the transit center.
Mark your calendars for our upcoming service dates:
- Sunday, May 31
- Sunday, June 7
- Sunday, July 5
Grab your gear, invite your friends, and let us handle the driving while you focus on being fans for the back-to-back Champions.
| | | | Give Your Input for the Torrance Public Library | |
We are launching a comprehensive Needs Assessment for the Torrance Public Library, and your input is essential. This effort will evaluate how the Library can best serve the community now and into the future, including its services, spaces, programs, and technology. Community feedback will help ensure the Library reflects the needs and priorities of Torrance residents.
We invite you to take a few minutes to complete the community survey and, if you’re interested, sign up for a focus group to share your perspectives in more depth. Whether you’re a frequent visitor or haven’t been to the Library in a while, your voice matters.
See flyer for a list of upcoming focus group dates and locations.
| | | | Fake Fee Notices from Community Development Department | |
The City of Torrance is warning property owners and developers of a fraudulent scheme. Scammers are using publicly available information to send letters appearing to come from the City asking for payment for application of approval or permitting fees.
Always be vigilant of any e-mail asking for payment. Review the City's notices regarding fake entitlement fees and permitting fees for precautions on how to spot these frauds and how to report them.
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Have a say in the future of Columbia Park!
The City of Torrance invites you to visit the new projects page to learn more about the ongoing discussion around the park's name and take a quick survey to share your thoughts.
Your feedback will help guide future decisions for this important community space.
| | | | Vote early at one of our Early Voting Centers | |
Vote early in the General Municipal Election! We’re hosting three Vote Centers for early voting and Election Day voting, from May 23 through June 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and June 2 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Mary K. Giordano Regional Transit Center
465 Crenshaw Blvd.
Herma Tillim Center
3612 W. Artesia Blvd.
Walteria Park
3855 W. 242nd St.
Need to drop off your ballot? A ballot drop box is available between the Library and Human Resources buildings.
You can also return your Vote by Mail ballot at any Los Angeles County ballot drop box or Vote Center. Learn more at LAVote.Gov.
| | Learn About the Proposed Budget and How to Share Your Input! | Join us for public hearings on May 19, and June 9 to learn about the City’s proposed budget and share your input. We’ll meet inside the Council Chambers at City Hall, with City Council meetings beginning at 6:30 p.m. | | |
Several projects are currently underway throughout our city to improve accessibility, enhance and expand existing infrastructure, and strengthen Torrance for the future. While these improvements are essential, they may temporarily impact traffic. We are committed to keeping you informed so you can plan ahead and avoid delays.
To view current lane closures, active project updates, and other traffic impacts, please visit our Traffic Impacts Map. We also encourage you to sign up for TorranceAlerts to receive timely notifications about closures and construction activity in your area.
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Construction work for the Water Replenishment District (WRD) Project to enhance groundwater in Torrance and reduce reliance on imported water by nearly 50% will continue this weekend.
Lane closures near Del Amo Blvd. and Madrona Blvd on Mariner Ave (at Challenger St. to Voyager St.) and Challenger St. (at Mariner Ave. to Pioneer Ave.) through Friday, May 15th, 2026..
Learn more about the Brackish Groundwater Reclamation Program at WRD.Org.
| | Want to join Team Torrance? Check out some of our openings: | | | | Asian Pacific American Heritage Month | See all the ways we honor Asian Pacific American Heritage in Torrance. | | | | Jedi Workshop at the Torrance Library | May the 4th be with you! The Torrance Public Library hosted a Jedi Workshop at the George Nakano Theatre, where families and teens crafted and customized their own lightsabers. | | | | Lost your Pet? We're here to help! | |
If your pet has gone missing, we’re here to help. Torrance Animal Control recommends creating a digital lost pet poster on PawBoost.com, which shares your post on its website and across social media platforms. You can also post on neighborhood apps to reach your local community.
You’re welcome to contact Torrance Animal Control to check if your pet has been picked up. We also suggest checking with the Carson Animal Shelter.
Torrance Animal Control will scan any lost or found pet for a microchip. If your pet isn’t microchipped, we strongly recommend getting one. It greatly increases the chances of being reunited with your pet.
| | Need to get your pet Vaccinated or Microchipped? | | |
We partner with Low Cost Pet Vaccines to offer affordable vaccines and microchipping for dogs, cats, and rabbits. Clinics are held on the fourth Sunday of each month at Wilson Park from 12 to 2 p.m.
As a friendly reminder, ALL dogs in Torrance are REQUIRED to be licensed. To get or renew a license, visit Torrance.docupet.com.
| | 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. | | | | |
May 15
USAF Band of the Golden West in Concert
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Celebrate Armed Forces Day with the Band of the Golden West! Experience an inspiring evening of patriotic music performed by world-class military musicians as we honor and salute all who have served.
This FREE concert will take place on May 15 from 7:30–9 p.m. at the James R. Armstrong Theatre.
Tickets are free and may be reserved at the theatre box office, with a limit of four tickets per patron.
The band will also participate in the Torrance Armed Forces Day Parade on May 16, 2026, at 1:30 PM.
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May 19
Red Cross Blood Drive
| The American Red Cross will be holding a blood drive on Tuesday, May 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ken Miller Recreation Center (3330 Civic Center Dr.). | | | | |
May 19
City Council Meeting
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Join us in the LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chamber at 6:30 p.m. for the Torrance City Council Meeting. You can also watch live on the City's Facebook page and YouTube Channel.
All City Council Agendas, minutes, and meeting recordings will only be accessible through the City's new legislative management system, OneMeeting at
TorranceCA.Gov/CouncilMeetings.
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As part of National Bike Month, the City of Torrance will be hosting Bike to Work Day, on Thursday, May 21.
Stop by the dedicated pit stop at Torrance City Hall from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. There will be refreshments and information about local bike routes for commuters.
Passengers boarding Torrance Transit with a bike or helmet can ride for free.
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May 23
Meeting Madrona Marsh Science Expo
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Attend the 2nd Annual Madrona Marsh Science Expo at the Madrona Marsh Nature Center! Student researchers from local high schools, colleges, and universities including South High, West High, El Camino College, and UC Riverside will present projects exploring the ecological health of the Madrona Marsh and other Torrance open spaces.
Meet the students, ask questions, and celebrate the next generation of environmental scientists. Free admission with no RSVP required.
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May 30
Eco Gardener Workshop
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In partnership with the Water Replenishment District, we are hosting a free Eco Gardener Workshop on Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Madrona Marsh Preserve and Nature Center located at 3201 Plaza Del Amo. Discover how to design a beautiful, sustainable Watershed Wise landscape with step-by-step tips on container and planter gardening. Learn when to use planters, how to build raised beds, choose the right soil, and manage irrigation. After the session, enjoy a tour of the Nature Center.
Visit WRD.org/EcoGardener to learn more about this workshop.
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June 6 to September 12
2026 Torrance Summer NIghts
| Torrance Summer Nights is a free summer concert series featuring live music and outdoor entertainment at the Wilson Park Amphitheatre. Held from June 6 through September 12, 2026. These family-friendly concerts invite residents and visitors to enjoy music, cultural performances, and summer evenings under the stars. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and experience a rotating lineup of musical styles and performances for all ages. We’re proud to offer free, high-quality arts and entertainment that brings the Torrance community together. Free admission. All are welcome. | | ** denotes a City of Torrance Event | | | | |
