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This Week: September is Preparedness Month, State of the City, Coastal Cleanup! EXPLORE Our Website DOWNLOAD MyTorranceCA app REGISTER For TorranceAlerts CONNECT With Us Volume 14 | Issue 37 September 12 - September 18, 2024 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 TORRANCE SPOTLIGHT Picture courtesy @peggykline A man and his dogs in matching outfits. Taken for the world-famous black and white class at @creativephotoacademy Share your favorite shots of the City! Use #TorranceCA so we can find your shots and share them!   WHATS NEW September 13 State of The City 2024 Tomorrow, Torrance Mayor George K. Chen will present his 3rd Annual State of the City Address hosted by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce. Tune in to the City of Torrance Facebook page for a livestream of the Mayor's State of the City Address at approximately 12 p.m. HEAR FROM THE MAYOR Community Emergency Response Training Are you prepared for an emergency? The Torrance Fire Department is offering CERT classes to help community members be ready and prepared if City resources are stretched to their limits and additional help is a long way off. GET CERTIFIED We Are Torrance... And We Are Hiring! Want to join Team Torrance? Check out some of our current openings: Tree Trimmer Information Technology Analyst Equipment Operator APPLY TODAY New Capital Improvement Plan Dashboard is now LIVE! Want to know what’s happening in your neighborhood? We’ve just launched an interactive Capital Improvement Plan Dashboard that lets you easily explore all the projects underway across the city and right in your neighborhood. Whether it’s a new dog park, road improvements, or facility upgrades, you can see exactly what’s happening, where, and how much has been invested. This tool also provides real-time financial data and keeps you updated on City developments. EXPLORE THE DASHBOARD City Charter Update: Measure TC On November 5, 2024, Torrance voters will decide on Measure TC, which proposes amendments to the City Charter. These changes reflect evolving good governance standards, updates for compliance with state and federal laws, and the use of new technology. LEARN ABOUT THE CHARTER Torrance Cultural Arts Center Venues Host your next event at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center! It combines modern design and natural beauty into a unique multipurpose complex. Learn more by calling (310) 781-7150 or emailing TCAC@TorranceCA.Gov. TAKE A TOUR WE'RE ALL EARS! Share your thoughts on how we can connect with you! Take our Community Engagement Survey by September 19 to help us better reach you. Visit TorranceCA.Gov/Feedback to learn more. SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS Week 2 of National Preparedness Month: Keep the Conversation Going! This week, let's dive deeper into emergency readiness. Have you talked with your family and neighbors about how you'll stay connected in a crisis? Knowing your evacuation zones and routes is key, but it’s just the start. Have alternative plans in case roads are blocked, and make sure every family member knows the drill. Also, stay ahead of any disaster by signing up for Torrance Alerts—your lifeline for real-time emergency updates. Let's keep our community prepared and safe, together! PLAN AHEAD Torrance Babe Ruth - World Series Champions Congratulations to our Torrance Babe Ruth baseball stars for becoming World Series Champions! We recognized them at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, September 10. JOIN THE CELEBRATION NFL SOFI STADIUM SERVICE Torrance Transit Line 10X to the SoFi Stadium Grab a ride to see your favorite football team this season courtesy of Torrance Transit! Park for free at the Mary K. Giordano Regional Transit Center and enjoy a quick ride to SoFi for a low price! One-way trips to SoFi cost $2 and round-trips cost $4. What a deal! Boarding begins 3 hours before game time. The last bus departing for the SoFi Stadium will leave approximately 30 minutes before game time. Check out the full schedule and learn more about how to use the Mary K. Giordano Regional Transit Center at Transit.TorranceCA.Gov. September 22 September 29 October 6 Rams vs. 49ers Game Time: 1:25 p.m. Chargers vs. Chiefs Game Time: 1:25 p.m. Rams vs. Packers Game Time: 1:05 p.m. ENJOY THE RIDE   AS SEEN ON CITICABLE In case you missed it... Kashiwa Delegates in Torrance Kashiwa student delegates and their adult leaders visit Torrance as part of the Torrance Sister City Association's Student Cultural Exchange Program. To learn more, go to TorranceSisterCity.Org. JOIN THE DELEGATION   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. VIEW WEEKLY COYOTE REPORT LEARN ABOUT COYOTES HEAR COYOTES LATELY? MARK YOUR CALENDARS September 12 Eco Gardener Virtual Webinar Learn how to create a garden that’s not only gorgeous but also environmentally friendly. This foundational class will teach you how to nurture living soil, retain rainwater, and select native plants that support local ecosystems. Plus, our experienced instructors will be on hand to provide personalized advice and answer all your burning questions. Sign up today and start designing the garden of your dreams—right from the comfort of your home! RSVP HERE   September 14 Seaside Heroes Park - Volunteers Needed Join Seaside Neighborhood Association and volunteers of all ages to help beautify Seaside Heroes Park between Anza Ave. and Kathryn Ave. between 8 -11 a.m. Volunteers should meet at 22812 Kathryn Ave., Torrance, CA 90505. Every little bit of help counts! HELP BEAUTIFY September 21 Coastal Cleanup at Torrance Beach Join Team Torrance for Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, September 21st, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Miramar Park! As part of the world’s largest volunteer event, this cleanup supports global efforts to keep our oceans and community healthy. In partnership with Heal the Bay and the Torrance Chamber of Commerce, we’re marking 27 years of service. Don't forget to pick up a special `I Love Torrance Beach' sticker while checking in. Volunteers can apply leadership and organizational skills while earning community service hours. Don’t forget your reusable gloves, bags, and water bottles! SIGN UP September 28 Extended Access at El Retiro Library We’re excited to invite you to the launch of our Extended Access service program at the El Retiro Branch Library! Join us on Saturday, September 28th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. With the Extended Access program, you’ll have the flexibility to visit the library beyond regular staffed hours. Drop by to sign up, and enjoy a special magic show by Magician John Abrams at 1 p.m. It’s also a great opportunity to celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month, too! We can’t wait to see you there! EXTENDED ACCESS September 28 Free Community Futsal Clinic Lace up your sneakers and head over to Wilson Park Sports Rink for a free futsal clinic that promises fun, fitness, and friendly competition. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., our experienced coaches will guide you through drills and games designed to improve your skills and boost your love for the sport. This is a great chance to meet new friends, enjoy the outdoors, and sharpen your futsal abilities—all at no cost! Space is limited, so be sure to register now at Torrance.Rec.Us! BOOK YOUR SPOT TODAY! ** denotes a City of Torrance Event Now through September 13 City of Torrance Youth Flag Football Registration ** September 13 Disaster Preparedness Tips September 14 College Prep Workshop with C2 Education September 17 No Council Meeting ** September 21 Western Museum of Flight Celebrity Lecture September 21 Instrument Petting Zoo ** September 22 Friends of the Madrona Marsh 50th Anniversary - Fall Equinox September 22 Torrance Antique Street Faire September 22 FENG E & Friends September 26 Comedy Improv Acting October 19 Free Electronic Recycling and Paper Shredding Event DISCOVER EVENTS IN TORRANCE OTHER RESOURCES         CITY OF TORRANCE | 3031 TORRANCE BLVD. | TORRANCE, CA 90503 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice