| ADULT PROGRAMMING |
Saturday
August 2 |
2:00p |
Monthly Movie Club. Agents Jay and Kay protect the earth from an extra-terrestrial bug bent on exterminating intergalactic ambassadors of peace and taking possession of the galaxy. Stars Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith. Rated PG-13. |
KGCCL |
Saturday
August 2 |
Dusk |
Movie in the Park. Families are welcome for this timeless tale of how a lovable pig and a very smart spider outwit the ways of the farm. This 2006 live action movie is appropriate for all ages. Bring blankets, chairs, snacks, and warm clothes. |
DePortola Park
25615 Lazy Meadow Dr. |
Sunday
August 3 |
10a-2p |
International Surf Festival. Stop by the Library booth to learn more about the Library & make a surfboard! |
Miramar Park
201 Paseo de la Playa, RB |
Wednesday
August 6 |
7:00p |
Meet the Author. An evening with Charles Lobb, author of Torrance Airport. Mr. Lobb will discuss his research and discoveries about one of Torrance's most famous landmarks. Books will be available for purchase and signing. |
KGCCL |
Saturday
August 9 |
2:00p |
Totally 80's Trivia Contest. An afternoon of fun-filled competition as trivia teams stretch their minds to answer a board range of questions about the decade that gave us Pac-Man, Footloose, and the Rubik's Cube. All ages; prizes! Registration is required - call 310-618-5974. |
KGCCL |
Monday
August 11 |
7:00p |
Torrance Library Commission meeting |
KGCCL |
Wednesday
August 13 |
7:00p |
Meet the Author. An evening with Michael D. White, author of The Port of Los Angeles. Mr. White will discuss his research and findings about one of the busiest ports in the United States. |
KGCCL |
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Saturday
August 16 |
10:00a
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Give the Gift of Literacy. The South Bay Literacy Council invites you to receive information on how to become a basic literacy or ESL tutor for their free adult reading program. Call 310-373-7003 for information on this or future monthly meetings. |
KGCCL
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| YOUTH PROGRAMMING |
Friday
August 1 |
2:00p |
Rafael & Katia. Magic duo with a Latin flair. |
KGCCL |
Saturday
August 2 |
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Summer Reading Program ends - last day for book reports! |
All |
Wednesday
August 20 |
7:00p |
Pajama Night. Storytime geared for children aged 2+. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring their special pillows and blankets. |
Henderson |
Wednesday
August 27 |
4:00p |
Teddy Bear Tea. Bring your teddy bear to a tea party. Sing songs, listen to stories, and make a teddy bear puppet. All ages. |
Walteria |
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| BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS |
Monday
August 4 |
6:30p |
Mystery Book Discussion Group: The Chameleon's Shadow by Minette Walters |
North Torr |
Tuesday
August 5 |
10:30a |
The El Retiro Book Group: Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear |
El Retiro |
Thursday
August 14 |
10:00a |
Mayhem in the A.M. Book Discussion Group: The Overlook by Michael Connely |
Henderson |
Thursday
August 14 |
10:30a |
Biography & Memoirs Book Club: The Father and the Son: My Father's Journey into the Monastic Life by Matt Murray |
KGCCL |
Wednesday
August 27 |
4:00p |
Pages and Pizza Teen Reading Club (grades 6-12): Maximum Ride: The Angel Experiment by James Patterson. Registration is required - call 310-371-2075. |
Henderson |
Thursday
August 28 |
7:00p |
Books Eclectic: Away by Amy Bloom |
Walteria |
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