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VOLUME 13 | ISSUE 48

NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 06, 2023

The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce presents "Shop Small For The Holidays" - an extension of Small Business Saturday to help support our members and business community at large. Small Business Week will be celebrated through Saturday, December 2nd. There is still time to take advantage of great deals! Don't forget to mention "Torrance Small Business Week" at all member businesses to get great savings. Check out the list of participating businesses and deals.

We are proud to announce the launch of our new Homeless Response Dashboard! Get up-to-date information on the City's Homeless Services. Find out how many clients have found permanent housing, learn about the 3290 Temporary Housing Village, and find other helpful links. Explore the Homeless Response Dashboard at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Homeless.

MODIFIED TCTV FACILITY HOURS

If you’re a Torrance Community Television producer, be sure to note the holiday modified hours. TCtv will be open under modified operating hours throughout the holiday season. For more information go to www.TorranceCA.Gov/TCtv and to schedule a visit call (310) 618-5762.



Sunday & Monday – Remains Closed

Tuesday – Friday Open: 2 – 8 p.m.

Saturday Open: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Tuesday, Thursdays & Saturdays – Walk-In's Allowed

Wednesdays & Fridays – Walk-In’s Allowed until 6 p.m.

Wednesdays & Fridays – Appointments Only from 6 – 8 p.m.

Closed for the holidays from December 23, 2023 – January 8, 2024

We want to hear from you! Take our community survey.

Download the digital postcard to see what Torrance is doing.

We have an app!

• Download the myTorranceCA app on your smartphone. Submit a request, make a payment, peruse City services, and more.

#WhyTorrance

• Discover why so many businesses choose to partner with Torrance and explore the locations, activities, and opportunities that set Torrance apart.

2022 Year in Review

• Browse the City's Year in Review, highlighting City services and accomplishments from the prior calendar year.

Homeless Services

• Read through Torrance's plan to prevent and combat homelessness. Discover ways you can help.

TorranceCA.Gov

• Find a host of information on our website, including debunked rumors that circulate in the City.

TorranceAlerts

• Register for TorranceAlerts. When there is an emergency, get the information first on the City's early warning notification system.

Trending in Torrance

• Get an overview of some of the most pressing topics within the City of Torrance. See what's trending!

Discover Torrance

• Torrance is home to a variety of breweries, eateries, shopping centers, and hotels. Discover what our City has to offer!

Have you downloaded the myTorranceCA app? With this app, you can easily report various non-emergency issues like coyote sighting, illegal dumping, unpermitted sidewalk vendors, graffiti, and more - all at your fingertips! Download the myTorranceCA App on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Become more familiar with our website and the services the City offers with our Question of the Week. Tip: Navigate or search through the City of Torrance website to find the answer!

Let's see how savvy you are! Maybe you'll learn something new about the City. 

Head over to TorranceCA.Gov and search through each department to see if you can answer this week's question. 

TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The public is invited to attend the next regularly scheduled Torrance City Council Meeting on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chambers. Council meetings can be viewed via CitiCABLE Channel 3 (Spectrum) and Channel 31 (Frontier), streaming on www.TorranceCA.Gov, Facebook @CityofTorranceCAGovernment, and YouTube Channel TorranceCitiCABLE.

TORRANCE TODAY

Tune in to CitiCABLE’s program TORRANCE TODAY. In this episode, we visit the latest resident artist at the Madrona Marsh, a local hospital celebrating its 40th-holiday tradition, and spotlight City workers as they feel the spirit of the season through charity efforts.

TORRANCE TODAY can be viewed via CitiCABLE Channel 3 (Spectrum) and Channel 31 (Frontier), streaming on www.TorranceCA.Gov, Facebook @CityofTorranceCAGovernment, and YouTube Channel TorranceCitiCABLE.

Check out the latest episode!

Stop by the North Torrance Library to learn about geology! The South Bay Lapidary and Mineral Society will be visiting with their extensive collection of geodes and minerals.

Come create your own candy canes, snowflakes, and snowmen chains! This is a great opportunity to get into the holiday spirit!

VISIT A CALIFORNIA STATE PARK WITH YOUR TORRANCE PUBLIC LIBRARY CARD

Did you know a Torrance Library Card can do a lot more than give you access to a seemingly endless amount of resources at our local libraries? It's true! Your Torrance Library Card can provide you with FREE parking at over 200 California State Parks!

Just visit your nearest Torrance Public Library and ask about the California State Library Parks Pass.

Check out our episode of Weekends in Torrance that explains how to utilize this fantastic program.

When you pick up your pass, don’t forget to also check out a California State Park backpack filled with things like binoculars, field guides, and other resources to help you enjoy your time in some of California’s most amazing areas. For more information and a list of participating parks visit California State Library Parks Pass Participating and Nonparticipating Parks.

Don’t have a Torrance Public Library card? Apply online at www.Library.TorranceCA.Gov

Staff at the Torrance Public Library can be reached at (310) 781-7599, Monday and Wednesday from 12 - 8 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., or via email at LibraryReference@TorranceCA.Gov.

BARTLETT SENIOR CENTER

Various Dates | FREE

1318 Cravens Avenue

Come and join us at one of the weekly activities held at the Bartlett Senior Center. Learn some new dance steps at our salsa class, or take the jewelry workshop and learn new ways to make your personal projects more creative and fun for the holidays! Embrace the chance to create cherished memories, forge new friendships, and indulge in social activities tailor-made for you. Don't worry about missing out because the program runs every week, providing ample opportunities for you to participate at your convenience in any of the upcoming programs and classes.



• Salsa For Seniors - Friday, December 1 at 10 a.m.
• Salsa For Seniors - Monday, December 4 at 10 a.m.
• Conversational Spanish Class - Monday, December 4 at 12:30 p.m.
• Beading and Jewelry Workshop - Wednesday - December 6 at 8:00 a.m.

Visit the Senior Centers and Programs page for more information on citywide activities.

WEEKLY COYOTE REPORTS AVAILABLE ON THE CITY'S WEBSITE

Data collection and tracking coyote activity are critical components of an effective coyote management plan. The purpose of monitoring human-coyote interactions is to document where coyotes are frequently seen and to identify locations where increased potential for encounters may occur. Gathering specific data on incidents allows for targeting educational campaigns in a timely manner to specific areas where increased coyote activity is reported. By educating members of the community, residents can make informed decisions to safeguard their pets and family and avoid unwanted coyote interactions.



Residents and the community at-large play a critical role providing their feedback to the City’s Coyote program. Reporting through official City channels helps staff record and track coyote sightings and incidents. View the weekly Coyote Activity Report on the City's Coyote page.

See a coyote? Report activity through the official City of Torrance channels:    

·        Web: www.TorranceCA.Gov/Coyotes 

·        24-Hour Hotline: (310) 618-3898

·        Animal Control, for sick, injured or deceased animals: (310) 618-3850

·        Mobile App: myTorranceCA

·        Call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency.

The Ice Fantasy Skating Rink has arrived in Downtown Torrance! Experience the thrill of gliding through the ice and making memories this holiday season now through January 7. The synthetic ice makes it easy for skaters of all levels to have fun! Get a close up look at the rink before you go.

Don't worry if you don't have skates. Rentals are available on-site, ensuring everyone can join in on the fun. Purchase tickets online today. Ice Fantasy Skating Rink Hours and Price...

Get ready for a family friendly performance filled with fiddle instrumentals, uilleann pipes and harp harmonies, and Irish old-dancing. Learn about Christmas traditions from a whole new angle.

There are still a few tickets available but they are going fast! Purchase tickets online.

Join the Torrance Memorial Medical Center as they continue celebrating their holiday festival till Sunday, December 3rd! Get ready for entertainment and activities including:

• Pictures with Santa
• Writing letters to the North Pole
• Music
• Boutique Vendors

The festival will be open to the public during the special public hours below. General admission is $5 while children ages 5 and under are free.

• Thursday, November 30

Now - 8 p.m.

Public Hours

• Closed to the Public on Friday, December 1
• Saturday, December 2 

10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Public Hours

• Sunday, December 3 

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Public Hours

Holiday Festival...

Christmas is just around the corner and Santa is making his yearly visit to Torrance! Santa will be visiting 10 locations this year starting December 4. He will be escorted by the Torrance Police Officers Association. Make sure to view the list of locations so you can meet Santa!

Fun Fact: The Torrance Police Officers Association has been escorting Santa around Torrance since 1969.

The Downtown Torrance Association is hosting a special Holiday Stroll and everyone is invited! There will be fun arts and crafts, music, Christmas Carolers, and over 50 vendors to shop from! You are sure to find some presents for loved ones. Rumor has it, Santa might make a special appearance. Don't miss this special night!

for more information, please visit the Downtown Torrance Association Facebook page.

The Torrance Civic Chorale is back with a brand new performance! A Winter Holiday is a musical celebration of winter holidays from around the world.

This performance is very special because the Torrance Civic Chorale will be joined by the North High School Hi-Lite Choir! Purchase tickets online.

You are invited to take part in the Torrance In Action District 3 Community Meeting. Hear from Councilmember Asam Sheikh on a number of several topics:



• Public Works - Update on Caltrans/405; Signage
• Community Services - Capital Improvement Projects at Parks in District #3
• Torrance Police Department - Crime Statistics & Updates for District #3
• Torrance Fire Department - Fire & Safety Updates
• City Manager's Office - Civic Center Master Plan
• Homelessness Update
• Economic Development
• General Services - Airport Update
• Community Development - Housing Project Update 



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