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Upcoming Events

The Great California ShakeOut is Thursday, October 15 at 10:15 a.m.! We’re joining millions of Californians in this annual earthquake drill to practice what to do when the shaking starts. Join us and practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On!

Mr. Jack O' Lantern's Pumpkin Patch - Torrance

October 15, 2026

Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkin Patch returns to Torrance for the 2026 fall season from October 2 through November 1.

CanceledHistoric Preservation Commission Meeting - Dark night

October 15, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission meeting has been cancelled

Co-Rec Halloween Night Out

October 16, 2026

Calling all middle-schoolers! Get ready for a night full of music, dancing, and costumes!

ICAN Inclusive Halloween Festival

October 17, 2026

Bring your best costume and join us for a fun, welcoming Halloween celebration! ICAN invites people with disabilities of all ages, along with their families and caregivers, to a festive afternoon of Halloween fun for everyone.

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Latest News

Hahn to Break Ground on Renovation of Historic Torrance Property

Published on October 15, 2026

This Friday, October 16, Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn will break ground on the renovation of a historic, County-owned building in Torrance that has sat vacant for more than two decades.

Torrance Police Awarded $96,000 Grant for Traffic Safety Program

Published on October 12, 2026

The Torrance Police Department announced today that it has received a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support its ongoing enforcement and education programs to help reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on our roads.