The Torrance Historical Society Rocks Around the Block in Celebration of the All-America City Award. This family friendly event takes place from Cravens to Sartori avenue in Old Torrance. It is free and open to the public - donations accepted. Nominal fee for food and beverageInfo: If you have any questions or would like additional information, please visit or call the Museum at (310) 328-5392.This is a fund raiser for the Torrance Historical Society & Museum.The Torrance Historical Society and our sponsors will host this 1950s-style family summer event in celebration of Torrance's All-America City Award -- one of America's original and most prestigious community recognition awards. The City received this award for "Growth without strain" back in the 1956 when Albert Isen was Mayor of Torrance. See special exhibits featuring the original congratulatory telegram from President Eisenhower, along with the All-America City button & logo Check-out high school yearbooks -- the Torrance Historical Society has the largest collection Enter the hula hoop, bubble gum blowin', cake walk and pie eating contests - there are prizes! View vintage cars on display along Post Avenue, courtesy of Cruisin' 50s Car Club, Touring A's and local car ownersTickets for the IN-N-OUT burger wagon can be purchased at the "burger desk" on the Museum lawn during the event. Cash or personal check, made payable to the Torrance Historical Society will be accepted. Sorry no credit cards are accepted. Exact change is appreciated.One Burger, chips and a fountain drink will be available for $9.00 until 7:30 p.m. or until sold out. Please arrive early due limited availability.Cash or personal check, made payable to the Torrance Historical Society will be accepted. Sorry, no credit cards are accepted. Exact change is appreciated and please no large bills.The Bartlett Senior (over 50) Center will also be hosting an Open House this same night -- you can dine on their patio and listen to The South Bay Strummers (ukulele group) and dance to the Liz Holmes Retro Swing Band. The Torrance Woman's Club will also have their 1950s Club scrapbook available for viewing. Also, the Torrelles -- a group of City employees who sing 50s and 60s songs in a cappella, will entertain guests.This FREE 1950s-style family event is sponsored by TBA and hosted in partnership with the City of Torrance, Old Torrance Neighborhood Association, CitiCABLE 3, and Torrance Bakery. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please call the Museum at (310) 328-5392 or visit www.TorranceHistoricalSociety.org.
