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This Week: Happy Thanksgiving, Torrance Antique Street Faire, Turf Replacement Workshop, and more! Having trouble viewing this email? Click here. VOLUME 13 | ISSUE 47 NOVEMBER 23 - NOVEMBER 29, 2023 Happy Thanksgiving from the City of Torrance! We hope you have a safe and fun holiday. Be careful when cooking those turkeys! Check out these tips to make sure you have a safe day! City Hall will be closed Thursday, November 23 through Sunday, November 26 in observance of Thanksgiving. City Libraries will be closed Thursday, November 23, Friday, November 24 and Sunday, November 26. Regular hours of operation will resume Monday, November 27, 2023. Street sweeping is canceled on Thanksgiving and the day after Thanksgiving. Thursday refuse and recycling will be collected on Friday, November 24.   43RD ANNUAL HARRY SUTTER MEMORIAL TURKEY TROT FUN RUN The 43rd Annual Turkey Trot was a huge success! Thousands of residents, and visitors, packed the streets and participated in the run. Thanks to everyone that came out and making this day special! Can't wait to see you next year! SMALL BUSINESS WEEK KICKS OFF ON SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY! Saturday, November 25 - Saturday, December 2 Various Locations Throughout Torrance 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 held from Saturday, November 25th to Saturday, December 2nd. This is a great opportunity to start your holiday shopping, so bring your friends, family, and coworkers! 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.   SHARE YOUR FAVORITE SHOTS OF THE CITY! Use #TorranceCA so we can find your shots and share them FRIENDS-GIVING Image used with permission from The Attic @theatticteencenter TOUCHDOWN WITH TORRANCE TRANSIT Torrance Transit welcomes you aboard for a smooth and affordable ride to SoFi Stadium as the Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers take on Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, November 26. Parking at SoFi can be expensive. Using Torrance Transit just costs $4! You can hop on Torrance Transit three hours before kickoff. Check out our latest episode of Weekends in Torrance where we showcase this awesome service! TRENDING IN TORRANCE Learn about how the Torrance Police Department is working to ensure a positive experience for the public this holiday shopping season at www.TrendingInTorrance.com TRENDING IN TORRANCE PLAN YOUR ROUTE AHEAD! Our interactive map provides up-to-date information on lane closures and traffic impacts so you can plan accordingly. Check it out at www.TorranceCA.Gov/TrafficImpacts   Small Business Week kicks off Saturday, November 25! Are you planning to Shop Small in Torrance? Let us know by taking our Community Survey. TAKE THE SURVEY 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. COMING UP THIS WEEK Nov. 23 Thanksgiving Holiday Nov. 23 & 24 Torrance Public Libraries and City Hall is closed for Thanksgiving Nov. 25 Saturday Matinee - The Little Mermaid Nov. 25 Small Business Saturday Nov. 25 - Dec. 2 Torrance Small Business Week Nov. 26 Torrance Antique Street Faire Nov. 28 City Council Meeting Nov 28 - Dec. 3 Torrance Memorial's 40th Annual Holiday Festival Nov. 29 Goodbye Grass: Qualify for a Turf Replacement Rebate More details on upcoming events are below! COMING UP LATER THIS MONTH Dec. 1 Madrona Marsh: Winter Magic Dec. 1 West High EUPA Christmas Tree Lot Dec. 1 Irish Christmas In America Dec. 2 Mineral, Gems, and Geodes! Dec. 5 City Council Meeting - DARK Dec. 6 Refinery Community Alert Siren Test Submit your events 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   MODIFIED TCTV FACILITY HOURS If you’re a Torrance Community Television producer, be sure to note the holiday modified hours. TCtv will be closed on Thanksgiving and through the weekend, along with modified operating hours throughout the holiday season. For more information go to www.TorranceCA.Gov/Cable 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 in Observance of Thanksgiving Holiday: November 23 – 26, 2023 Closed for the holidays from December 23, 2023 – January 8, 2024 Also there is a community feedback survey available online at www.TorranceCA.Gov/TCtv. The community is encouraged to take the survey and share your thoughts   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!     SB 1383: California Short-Lived Climate Pollutants Reduction Law is a statewide effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. It is meant to minimize contamination in our landfills by separating waste into 3 containers: Organics: Food scraps, food-soiled paper, and yard waste Recycling: Plastic bottles/jugs/tubs, aluminum, metal cans, glass bottles/jars, paper, and cardboard Trash: If it doesn’t fit in either category, to the landfill it goes. This includes plastics bags and Styrofoam. Let’s reduce the emissions of climate pollutant by correctly sorting our organic and recyclable waste from regular trash. For more information about the law and how to comply, visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/PublicWorks       DOWNLOAD THE myTorranceCA APP TODAY! 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. Scan the QR code to visit the City's Mobile Application Page.   CITY OF TORRANCE WEBSITE QUESTION OF THE WEEK 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. What percentage of the state’s methane does organic waste emits when buried in landfills? Email your answer to TorranceCA@TorranceCA.Gov now! Last week's answer: For sanitary reasons and the safety of all participants, pets are not allowed on the event course.   TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL MEETING The public is invited to attend the next regularly scheduled Torrance City Council Meeting on Tuesday, November 28, 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. CITY COUNCIL AGENDA   TORRANCE TODAY Tune in to CitiCABLE’s program TORRANCE TODAY. In this episode, we wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving, highlight the giving efforts of New Challenge Ministries, and tips on safe driving during the holidays . 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!   TORRANCE PUBLIC LIBRARY Torrance libraries are a great place to find a variety of programs for all ages. Events include storytimes, craft workshops, movies and music, book groups and so much more at all of the six public libraries. To see what's coming up, check the Library Calendar... SATURDAY MATINEE : THE LITTLE MERMAID Saturday, November 25 | 12 P.M. | FREE Southeast Library 23315 Arlington Avenue Come join us for a matinee showing of The Little Mermaid. Based off the tale by Hans Christian Andersen, Little Mermaid tells the story of a young mermaid leaving the sea for a human she thinks that she knows. Everything isn't as it seemed, and she must face the harsh realities of the world. For more information please call the Southeast Library at 310-530-5044. WHIST YOU WERE HERE! LEARN WHIST AND 500 Saturday, November 29 | 6 P.M. | FREE Katy Gissert Civic Center Library 3301 Torrance Blvd. Stop by the Katy Geissert Civic Center Library to learn the card games our founding fathers played. Whist and 500 were sources of entertainment before television and even radio were even thought about.     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 - Monday, November 27 at 10 a.m. Conversational Spanish Class - Monday, November 27 at 12:30 p.m. Beading and Jewelry Workshop - Wednesday - November 29 at 8:00 a.m. Visit the Senior Centers and Programs page for more information on citywide activities.   COYOTE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM   Call the 24-hour Coyote Hotline at (310) 618-3898 or fill out the Coyote Sighting Survey to report a coyote sighting or incident. Prefer to use your mobile device? Download the myTorranceCA app, available on iTunes and Google Play Store. Always, if there is an immediate threat, call 911.   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 in providing their feedback to the City’s Coyote program. Reporting through official City channels helps staff record and track coyote sightings and incidents. 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: myTorrancaCA · Call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency. What happens if you leave a half-eaten turkey on your front lawn? Let’s start off with… this is not a good idea. As you can imagine animals, big and small, would congregate for a feast. Feeding wildlife is dangerous. It can lead to human injury, animal overpopulation and disease. Reasons food sources should be removed and secured away from animals. Wildlife feeding is illegal. Don’t break the law. It harms animals. Animals learn to depend on people for food. They may forego hunting and opt for an easy meal fed by humans. It can also physically make animals sick. An animal’s body may not process human food; it may poison the animal. It invites wildlife, like coyotes, to your yard. Coyotes prefer to live in open green spaces but travel to residential areas for easily accessible food, such as unsecured trash, unenclosed compost, vegetables or fallen fruit from gardens. Instead of fearing people, coyotes can establish a positive association with humans. A coyote’s canine relative, the domestic dog, is food-conditioned during training. Sit Fido. Get a treat. A coyote’s behavior also changes when food rewards are intentionally or accidentally provided by people. It learns people are not a threat. Most coyote attacks on people are related to direct or indirect feeding. Investigations by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife reveal a majority of humans attacked, if not all, occurred near a site where coyotes were fed.  During Thanksgiving and the days that follow, avoid unwanted coyote visits by removing food sources. Wrap leftover food in tight trash bags and close garbage bins securely. Print the At-Home Coyote Prevention Checklist to find other ways to reduce your likelihood of coyote encounters outside your home.   DOWNTOWN TORRANCE ASSOCIATION PRESENTS: ICE FANTASY SKATING RINK Now - Saturday, January 7, 2024 | Varying Times | $30 1408 Cabrillo Avenue 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. 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 Fantast Skating Rink Hours and Price... TORRANCE ANTIQUE STREET FAIRE Sunday, November 26 | 8 A.M. to 3 P.M. | FREE Downtown Torrance 1317 Sartori Avenue Join the hunt for vintage treasures when over 200 vendors transform the streets of downtown Torrance into an eclectic open-air antiques market! Antique Appraisal booth, Live music & DJ Ozzie, great restaurants, free admission & pet friendly! For information call 310-328-6107. TORRANCE MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER HOLIDAY FESTIVAL Tuesday, November 28 - Sunday, December 3 | Various Times | $5 Torrance Memorial Medical Center corner of Skypark and Medical Center Drive 3330 Lomita Boulevard The Torrance Memorial Medical Center is kicking off their holiday festival next week! 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. General admission is $5 while children ages 5 and under are free. Tuesday, November 28 1:30 - 2 p.m. Boutique and Vendor Shopping Wednesday, November 29 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Public Hours 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Senior Hours Thursday, November 30 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Public Hours 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Senior 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... TURF REPLACEMENT WORKSHOP Wednesday, November 29 | 6 - 7 P.M. | FREE Online Join this free Turf replacement workshop next week to find out if you qualify for a Turf replacement rebate! Learn how to turn your ordinary landscape into a lush and beautiful one that is environmentally friendly. Our knowledgeable instructors can answer all your gardening questions and give you many great ideas! ARE YOU SIGNED UP FOR TORRANCEALERTS? TorranceAlerts is a mass notification system designed to keep Torrance residents and businesses informed of emergencies when a "call-to-action" is required. 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