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This Week: HOT TIP! Improv Show, Body Politics Art Exhibit, Free Beginner Gardening Workshop, and more! Having trouble viewing this email? Click here. VOLUME 13 | ISSUE 31 AUGUST 3 - AUGUST 9, 2023 SHARE YOUR FAVORITE SHOTS OF THE CITY! Use #TorranceCA so we can find your shots and share them Once upon a time in California... #TorranceBeach Courtesy of @angelinostyle ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE Check out the City's Commercial Rehabilitation Rebate Program, the Downtown Revitalization Plan, Business Improvement District, and many more exciting developments happening: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE 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 SHAPING TORRANCE TOGETHER NEW QUESTIONS FOR AUGUST A fresh set of questions are available for the month of August! Help us gain a better understanding of you, assist in our ability to provide better services, and understand what you think, Makes a Great Life in Torrance. We encourage you to take a moment to provide your input and help us Shape Torrance Together! 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 8/03 SCORE Workshop: 5 Legal Tips Every Small Business Owner Should Know 8/05 KINKY BOOTS 8/07 Happy Hours @ KGL - Outdoor Zumba 8/08 City Council Meeting 8/11 City Hall Closed 8/12 Seaside Heroes Park Beautification Torrance Summer Nights: Andy & Renee More details on upcoming events are below! COMING UP LATER THIS MONTH 8/15 City Council Meeting - Dark 8/19 Movies in the Park: Super Mario Brothers Movie Western Museum of Flight Celebrity Lecture 8/22 City Council Meeting  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   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!     Learn more about the process of obtaining a Sidewalk Vending Permit and some of the regulations necessary to help you operate safely and successfully in the City of Torrance. Check out the City’s Safe Sidewalk Vending Guide. Learn about what Torrance is doing to address homelessness in the City at TorranceCA.Gov/Homeless. This video also explains the process on helping people experiencing homelessness and taking steps towards securing permanent housing. HOMELESS SERVICES AND AWARENESS   DOWNLOAD THE myTorranceCA APP TODAY!   Have you downloaded the City’s myTorranceCA App yet? There you can report coyotes, illegal dumping, unpermitted sidewalk vendors, graffiti, and other non-emergency issues with the touch of your screen! 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 City program will host a free food demonstration at the Katy Geissert Civic Center Library this Saturday, August 5th? Email your answer to TorranceCA@TorranceCA.Gov now! Last week's answer: September 2, 1957     TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL MEETING The public is invited to attend the next regularly scheduled Torrance City Council Meeting on Tuesday, August 8, 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. The 15-minute live news broadcast airs Monday through Thursday at 4 p.m. Get your daily news and information related to the City of Torrance. Featured segments include stories about health, wellness, safety, education, economic development, and local issues. 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.   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... 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. Please visit Library.TorranceCA.Gov for more information. ALL AGES SUMMER READING PROGRAM: FIND YOUR VOICE! Now through Saturday, August 19, 2023 Read 16 hours, complete 16 library and/or literacy-related activities, or a combination of reading and activities to earn your Completion Certificate and a special prize. 1 prize per participant while supplies last. Ready to get started? To participate in person, go to any Torrance Library to register and pick up a Tracking Sheet. To participate virtually, create an account on our Torrance Public Library Beanstack site, or download the Beanstack Tracker on the Apple App Store or on Google Play Store and search for the Torrance Public Library. Once the initial challenge is completed, read 8 more hours or complete 8 special activities to earn another bonus prize! Limit 1 per participant. ENTER THE LIBRARY BOOKMARK DESIGN CONTEST! Entry forms are available at all Library locations or can be conveniently printed online. Completed forms are due by Sunday, August 20, 2023. You can drop them off at any Library location or submit via email to TPLReadingProgram@TorranceCA.Gov. HAPPY HOURS @ KGL Monday - Thursday | FREE Katy Geissert Civic Center Library 3301 Torrance Blvd. The Torrance Public Library is excited to announce the Happy Hours @ KGL program! It's a fantastic opportunity to spend time with friends and family in the beautiful Katy Geissert Civic Center Library courtyard. There's no need to worry about missing out on any of the fun because the program runs every week. So be sure to mark your calendars and join us for any of the upcoming sessions! Food Demonstration on Sat., Aug. 5 at 10 a.m. Outdoor Zumba on Mon., Aug. 7 at 6 p.m. Noontime Yoga on Tues., Aug. 8 at noon: Outdoor Zumba on Wed., Aug. 9 at 6 p.m. Stroller Strides on Thurs., Aug. 10 at 9:45 a.m. TorBots on Sat., Aug. 12 at 10 a.m. For more future dates, please visit: www.Library.TorranceCA.Gov 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.   Recently an increase in fatal cat attacks in the City of Torrance have been reported. It is unknown if deceased cats are domestic pets or feral cats. Most cats found do not have identification or a microchip. While cat licenses are optional, it is encouraged for identification and safety. For information about the City of Torrance pet licensing process, please visit our website. What do coyotes eat? Coyotes in the wild hunt and forage. They eat lizards, rodents, fish, birds, small mammalian prey, as well as native fruits and seeds. The diet of urban coyotes, on the other hand, is mostly supplied by humans. A multi-year study of coyote scat (feces) in Los Angeles County found that human-provided food sources account for nearly 60-75% of urban coyote diets. Feeding wildlife changes the dynamic between people and animals. It creates a positive association and a level of comfort around people, which can lead to conflict. In addition to food in the wild, urban coyotes feast on a buffet of food found in cities. Human-provided food sources include:  ornamental seed or fruit planted in gardens; garbage; unsecured leftover food; and cats. Feral cats or domestic cats that wander outdoors account for 20% of the coyote diet. Occasionally small dogs can be mistaken as prey. Attacks on cats and small mammals are normal coyote behavior. Larger mammals, like people and dogs, are not seen as prey. How do I protect my pet? Understand your pet’s risks. When pets are allowed to roam freely outdoors, even for a short time, your pet is exposed to perils, such as cars, dogs, disease, poisons, coyotes, and other wildlife. Decide. Is allowing your pet to roam unsupervised worth the risk? Providing access to the outdoors can leave your pet vulnerable, and this includes your back or front yard, a doggy door, or allowing your pet to run off-leash. Take action. Go outdoors with your pet. Walk pets on a short leash. Avoid areas with heavy brush where coyotes, snakes, and other wildlife can hide. Make your home a pet sanctuary. Print the At-Home Coyote Prevention Checklist to eliminate coyote attractants outside your home. Consider a catio or dog kennel if your home is near a coyote habitat. Coyotes are opportunistic eaters, which enables them to thrive in cities. If you want your pet to be safe from coyote attacks, keep your pet indoors or watch over them when outdoors.   TORRANCE SUMMER NIGHTS Now - Sunday, September 3, 2023 | Various Dates and Times | FREE All Summer! The Community Services Division proudly presents Torrance Summer Nights, our inaugural Festival Season! Now through September 3, 2023, immerse yourself in a cultural extravaganza of music, movies, and live theater taking place at the Wilson Park Amphitheatre. We encourage you to bring a picnic basket, blankets, and chairs to enjoy the social atmosphere. Last blockbuster movie screening of the summer:  August 19 - Super Mario Brothers at Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Boulevard Don't miss out on this incredible lineup of events! Visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/SummerConcerts to explore the full schedule. We can't wait to celebrate Torrance Summer Nights with you! UPCOMING MUSICAL PERFORMANCES UPCOMING THEATRICAL PERFORMANCES TORRANCE ART MUSEUM PRESENTS: BODY POLITICS Now - Saturday, September 9, 2023 | 6 - 9 P.M. | FREE Torrance Art Museum 3320 Civic Center Dr. (Main Gallery) Join us for an eye-opening exhibit at the Torrance Art Museum, where six talented artists come together in a showcase called Body Politics. Their diverse practices shed light on the disabled body, examining the different ways it is represented and interpreted. Drawing from their own experiences with disability and/or chronic illness, these artists challenge perceptions and invite important conversations about representation. Don't miss this unique opportunity to expand your understanding of contemporary art! Artists: Panteha Abareshi, Emily Barker, Yadira Dockstader, Mari Katayama, Katherine Sherwood, Liz Young SCORE WORKSHOP: 5 LEGAL TIPS EVERY SMALL BUSINESS OWNER SHOULD KNOW Thursday, August 3 | 6 - 7:30 P.M. | FREE Katy Geissert Civic Center Library 3301 Torrance Blvd. Join SCORE for an in-person presentation where they'll explore the essential legal considerations crucial to the success of your business. Register now to secure your spot. GRIFFIN WOODWARD QUARTET Saturday, August 5 | 3 P.M. | FREE Katy Geissert Civic Center Library 3301 Torrance Blvd. The young jazz musicians of the Pennsylvania-based Griffin Woodard Quartet will play standards, along with original compositions from their debut album, Completion. KINKY BOOTS Saturday, August 5, 2023 - Saturday, August 19, 2023 | 8 P.M. | $25 - $45 James R. Armstrong Theatre 3330 Civic Center Dr. This hit musical has taken the world by storm and is now playing locally! Don't miss out on the chance to see this uplifting and inspiring show that celebrates acceptance and individuality. With toe-tapping music and electrifying choreography, "Kinky Boots" is a must-see for all musical fans. Book your tickets now and join us for a night you won't forget! Purchase tickets at TorranceTheatreCompany.com. BAILA BAILA BILINGUAL CONCERT Tuesday, August 8 | 4 P.M. | FREE North Torrance Library 3604 Artesia Blvd. Baila Baila Bilingual concerts for children are an amazing energy filled interactive show. Isa plays her guitar and rocks out with her Baila Baila band enticing everybody to dance and have fun while learning Spanish together. The band performs multiple contagious rhythms: rock and roll, reggae, and Latin. The show is tailored to kids of all ages and does not limit to Spanish speaking audiences. SEASIDE HEROES PARK BEAUTIFICATION Saturday, August 12 | 8 - 11 A.M. | FREE Seaside Heroes Park 22812 Kathryn Ave. Arrive anytime between 8 and 11 a.m. to join Jenna Christensen with Seaside Neighborhood Association and volunteers of all ages, children to seniors, who help keep the park beautiful. Students who need community service work hours can bring their forms to be signed after work is completed. The park runs between Anza Avenue (at East end of Lomita Blvd) and Kathryn Avenue and we meet at the Kathryn entrance by 22812 Kathryn Ave., Torrance, CA 90505. The name Seaside Heroes Park honors three young men from the neighborhood who lost their lives in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Residents collected donations for the memorial which you will see as you enter the park from the Kathryn entry. For more information, contact Jenna at 310.920.9387 or homes@cjenna.com. For updates, information on the park and photos of the event, visit 'Seaside Heroes Park' on Instagram and Facebook. SMART GARDENING: FREE BEGINNER WORKSHOP Saturday, August 12 | 1 - 2:30 P.M. | FREE Walteria Library 3815 W 242nd St. Are you eager to transform your gardening skills and embrace sustainable practices? Join us for an exciting and free gardening workshop brought to you by the City of Torrance and the County of Los Angeles. No reservation is needed – just bring along your friends and neighbors for a fun and informative experience! Compost bins will be available for purchase after the workshop. For more information, please visit SmartGardening.com or call 1-888-CLEANLA. View the flyer here. 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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