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This Week: Armed Forces Day Parade, Fire Service Day, Mother's Day, and more! EXPLORE Our Website DOWNLOAD MyTorranceCA app REGISTER For TorranceAlerts CONNECT With Us Volume 14 | Issue 19 May 9 - May 15, 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 Photo courtesy of @jetthegolden1 "Happy 13th birthday to my sweet Matty! I'm so lucky to have such a gentle and happy boy. His brother, Jet, loves him too! Share your favorite shots of the City! Use #TorranceCA so we can find your shots and share them!   WHAT"S NEW Torrance Seasons Summer 2024 The newest issue of Torrance Seasons is now available online! Check out all the fun classes we have to offer. Torrance Resident Registration begins Tuesday, May 21 at 8 a.m. Non-Resident Registration begins Wednesday, May 29 at 8 a.m. VIEW AVAILABLE CLASSES Torrance Rec has a new Platform! Did you know we have a new recreation platform? This exciting partnership between us and Rec Technologies is aimed at revolutionizing your parks and recreation experience. To explore all the amazing offerings this summer, head over to torrance.rec.us and browse our virtual activity guide. With just a few clicks, you can discover a world of possibilities and create your personalized wishlist. LEARN MORE Alert Southbay Feedback Survey Alert SouthBay conducted a region test of the Wireless Emergency Alert system on Tuesday, May 7 at 11:30 a.m. Did you receive it? Please take this survey to help Alert SouthBay better understand the reach of the test. TAKE SURVEY   HELP US CELEBRATE OUR ARMED FORCES Armed Forces Parade We are just one week away from the 62nd Annual City of Torrance Armed Forces Day Parade and Celebration. Military Exhibits Kick off the celebration on Friday, May 18th with an up-close look at various military assets including aircraft, vehicles, and support equipment located at the Del Amo Fashion Center parking lot. The military exhibits will remain available through Sunday, May 20. 5K For Freedom On Saturday, May 18, start your morning bright and early with the 5K for Freedom, presented by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce! Join in and run alongside our heroes in the Armed Forces. REGISTER TODAY 62nd Annual City of Torrance Armed Forces Day Parade Finally, join us in celebrating our Armed Forces at the Parade on Saturday, May 18 at 1:30 p.m.! This year, our honored military branch is the United States Space Force. Come out and meet members of the military and watch the parade as it marches through Torrance Blvd. This year is sure to be the best one yet! JOIN THE CELEBRATION Western Museum of Flight You’ll have a chance to meet the pilots who fly these warbirds, ask them questions, and watch as the planes taxi out and line up for a flyover at the parade at 1:15 p.m. SEE FLYER Exclusive Armed Forces Day Stickers! Stop by at our City booth at the military exhibits to pick up exclusive ‘I Love Torrance – Armed Forces Day” and “I Love Torrance – Space Force” editions. The Space Force stickers will be available exclusively during the Armed Forces Day Parade and Celebration. DOWNLOAD STICKERS Hometown Heroes Have you seen the banners hanging from the streetlights on Torrance Blvd., Madrona Ave., and Carson St.? The Torrance Hometown Heroes Military Banner Recognition Program recognizes our community’s men and women in uniform who are currently serving in the Armed Forces, veterans who have served in the past, or veterans of the past who are now deceased. This year, 25 individuals were added to the list of honorees, including our very first United States Space Force Hometown Hero Banner! Learn more about the Hometown Heroes program, plus view all the Hometown Heroes honored since the program began in 2012, at www.TorranceCA.Gov/HometownHeroes AS SEEN ON CITICABLE Earth Day at Madrona Marsh Friends of Madrona Marsh hosted an Earth Day event at the Madrona Marsh Preserve, offering participants the opportunity to contribute to habitat restoration efforts. CHECK IT OUT In case you missed it... Relay for Life in Downtown Torrance Relay For Life of Torrance hosted its latest event in Downtown Torrance, drawing large crowds united in raising hope for those affected with by cancer. CELEBRATING LIFE   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 THE COYOTE FAMILY STRUCTURE MARK YOUR CALENDARS May 11 Seaside Heroes Park 10th Anniversary Celebration Come celebrate Seaside Heroes Park Beautification’s 10th-anniversary this Saturday, May 11. Meet new people while enjoying snacks, art instruction, and other surprises! Participants will gather at the Kathryn entrance to sign in JOIN THE CELEBRATION May 11 Used Oil Filter Exchange Do you have a used motor oil filter lying around? If so, you can exchange it for a brand new one for FREE! Visit AutoZone at 4625 Torrance Blvd. on Saturday, May 11th to receive a free oil recycling kit along with your new oil filter. For more information, view the event flyer. RECEIVE A NEW OIL FILTER May 11 Fire Service Day Visit a Torrance Fire Station on Saturday, May 11 for Fire Service Day! Fire Service Day will be celebrated at the following locations:  Fire Station 1 1701 Crenshaw Blvd. Fire Station 2 25135 Robinson Way Fire Station 3 3535 182nd St. Fire Station 4 5205 Calle Mayor Fire Station 5 3940 Del Amo Blvd. Fire Station 6 21401 Del Amo Circle West VISIT A FIRE STATION May 10 Bartlett Senior Center Walking Club Join us for a leisurely walk around Downtown Torrance! Advanced walkers can set their own pace. This is a great way to get exercise, enjoy some fresh air, and meet people in the community. The walking club meets at the Bartlett Senior Center every Friday at 10 a.m. GET YOUR WALK ON! May 12 Mother's Day Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing moms, grandmothers, moms-to-be, and motherly figures in our City! Thank you for your care and love!   ** denotes a City of Torrance Event May 9 Comedy Improv Acting May 10 Mother's Day Favors May 11 NALC Letter Carrier's Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive May 11 "JUST FOR FUN" Documentary Movie and Signing Event May 11 Mindful Practices May 11 Southeast Sessions: History of Hawaiian Music with Loco Calls May 11 The Great Torrance Library "Jeopardy" Challenge May 14 Birdhouse Painting May 17 Employment Workshop: Improve Job Search Techniques and Perfect Your Resume May 19 Magical Music of Motown DISCOVER EVENTS IN TORRANCE OTHER RESOURCES         CITY OF TORRANCE | 3031 TORRANCE BLVD., TORRANCE, CA 90503 Unsubscribe mc@vivinavi.com Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by enewsletter@torranceca.gov powered by Try email marketing for free today!