Past OTNA Events
Events in 2008
- OTNA Meeting, Wednesday, November 19th, 2008, 7-9PM
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Our topic for this meeting is "How to Weather the Economic Storm" with Dick Rossberg, former Torrance City Councilman and a retired Financial Consultant.
See the Meeting Flyer for details.
The November OTNA Presidents' Letter is now available.
7:00 PM - Refreshments and meet your neighbors
7:30 PM - Meeting & Presentation
Location: The Bartlett Center, 2nd floor - 1318 Cravens Ave. - Old Torrance
Our Sponsor in November is the law firm of Wasserman & Wasserman, LLP. This Torrance law firm was originally founded in 1978 by Ronald T. Wasserman and renamed in 2003 when his son Gavin became a partner. Wasserman & Wasserman LLP offers a wide range of legal services, including:
- Probate, Wills & Trusts
- Business Transactions and Corporate formation
- Litigation
- Real Estate
The best time to meet a lawyer is before you need one, so feel free to drop by our office and say hello. We're in the neighborhood at 1230 Crenshaw Boulevard, between Torrance Boulevard and El Dorado.
Wasserman & Wasserman, LLP
Attorneys at Law
1230 Crenshaw Boulevard, Suite 103
Torrance, California 90501
Telephone (310) 212.0735
Facsimile (310) 212.5024
gavin@wassermanlaw.com
- Neighborhood Cleanup Day -- Saturday, September 20th
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When: Sept. 20, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Where: Rendezvous at 1318 Engracia Ave, at Cravens, 8:45am.
RSVP: Charles Payne - 310-328-7549. Or sign up online regarding Events on the Contact Us page.
Area to be cleaned: Clean-up will focus on the tracks beneath the Southern Pacific Railroad Bridge (Irving Gill, Architect, 1913) on Torrance Blvd. - from Western Avenue to Cabrillo, and the surrounding area. Since the bridge is the gateway to the City, and highly visible to our visitors, it is important that this area always look nice.
Before we start, we'll meet at the home of OTNA Co-President, Charles Payne, at 8:45 AM.
Wear comfy old clothes, sturdy, comfortable shoes, gloves and sunscreen!
The City will provide orange vests, trash bags, and will pick up the bags after the clean-up is complete.
Water and a special treat will be provided for our volunteers.
On June 7th, 2007 OTNA was recognized by the Environmental Quality Control Commission with a Green Pride in Torrance Award for our clean-up efforts in the City -- a "Pay it Forward" challenge set forth by Mayor Frank Scotto in 2006.
Once again, acting upon the Mayor's challenge, OTNA will host another Neighborhood Clean-up Day!
We hope that you can spare a couple of hours to "Pay it Forward" and make a difference in our community!
- OTNA Meeting, Wednesday, September 17th, 7-9PM
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Our topic for this meeting is the upcoming Torrance Unified School District Bond Measure.
See the Meeting Flyer for details.
The September OTNA Presidents' Letter is now available.
7:00 PM - Refreshments and meet your neighbors
7:30 PM - Meeting & Presentation
Location: The Bartlett Center, 2nd floor - 1318 Cravens Ave. - Old Torrance
Our Sponsors for our September flyer and meeting are Jim & Laura Herren. Jim and Laura are full-time residential Realtors with Prudential California Realty who represent buyers and sellers throughout the South Bay, with an emphasis on the historic Old Torrance area. Whether you are buying, selling, or simply have questions about the current real estate market, feel free to give them a call - they are never too busy to be of assistance to you!
Prudential California Realty
2700 Pacific Coast Highway
Torrance, CA 90505
Jim Herren - 310.997.5604 Laura Sahagun-Herren - 310.291.6521
- Rock Around the Block!
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Thursday, July 17, 2008
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM IN-N-OUT Burger wagon available.
Burger wagon will close earlier if food is sold out.
Torrance Historical Society & Museum, 1345 Post Ave at Cravens.
This event is hosted in cooperation with the City of Torrance, Torrance Historical Society, Toyota, Torrance CitiCABLE 3, Costco, Torrance Bakery, and the Old Torrance Neighborhood Association. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please call the Museum at (310) 328-5392 or visit
A 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 1956 when Albert Isen was Mayor of Torrance. This free event is open to the public and will be held in front of the Museum (1345 Post Avenue). Post Avenue will be blocked off from Cravens to Sartori, so guests can . . .
- View vintage cars on display along Post Avenue, courtesy of Cruisin' 50s Car Club, and local car owners.
- Bop to 50s music.
- Dine on burgers from the IN-N-OUT burger wagon (burgers served from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM, nominal fee for food & beverages).
- See special exhibits featuring the original congratulatory telegram from President Eisenhower, along with the All-America City button & logo
- Slurp milk shakes made with vintage machines by real "soda jerks" Nominal fee for shakes.
- Check out high school yearbooks -- the Torrance Historical Society has the biggest collection
- Enter the hula hoop, bubble gum blowin', and pie eating contest
The Bartlett 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)! The Torrance Woman's Club will also have their 1950s Club scrapbook available for viewing. Also, the Torrelle's -- a group of City employees who sing 50s and 60s songs in a cappella, will entertain guests.
So . . . put on your pedal pushers, poodle skirts or Pendleton's, and cruise on down to the Torrance Historical Society & Museum (1345 Post Avenue). Together, we'll rock around the block! Be there, or be square!
- Saturday, May 31st, Neighborhood Cleanup Day
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When: Saturday, May 31st, 8:45 - 11:00 AM, our 9th Neighborhood Cleanup Day.
Before we start, we'll meet at the home of OTNA Co-President, Charles Payne, at 8:45 AM, where a continental breakfast will be served compliments of Torrance Bakery! Water, and a special treat will also be provided for all those who participate in the Clean-up.
Where: Rendezvous at 1318 Engracia Ave, at Cravens
RSVP: Charles Payne - 310-328-7549. Or sign up online regarding Events on the Contact Us page.
Area to be cleaned: Clean-up will focus on the tracks beneath the Southern Pacific Railroad Bridge (Irving Gill, Architect, 1913) on Torrance Blvd. - from Western Avenue to Cabrillo, and the surrounding area. Since the bridge is the gateway to the City, and highly visible to our visitors, it is important that this area always look nice.
Wear comfy old clothes, sturdy, comfortable shoes, gloves and sunscreen!
The City will provide orange vests, trash bags, and will pick up the bags after the clean-up is complete.
On June 7th, 2007 OTNA was recognized by the Environmental Quality Control Commission with a Green Pride in Torrance Award for our clean-up efforts in the City -- a "Pay it Forward" challenge set forth by Mayor Frank Scotto in 2006.
Once again, acting upon the Mayor's challenge, OTNA will host its 8th Neighborhood Clean-up Day!
We hope that you can spare a couple of hours to "Pay it Forward" and make a difference in our community!
- OTNA May Meeting, May 21st, 7-9PM
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Our topic for this meeting will be Water-Wise Garden Design and Landscaping,
with Mike Partelow, horticulturist at Armstrong Garden Center,
Armstrong Garden Center
25225 Crenshaw Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505-6144
Phone: (310) 326-1892
See the Meeting Flyer for details.
7:00 PM - Refreshments and meet your neighbors
7:30 PM - Meeting & Presentation
Location: The Bartlett Center, 2nd floor - 1318 Cravens Ave. - Old Torrance
Note: The first 10 minutes of the meeting will be set aside to hear Mayor Frank Scotto and Rick Marshall discuss the pros and cons of Measure T, which will appear on our June Ballot. Note: Measure T is a utility user's tax (UUT) modernization measure on the June, 2008 ballot to renew and upgrade the City's UUT outdated ordinance language.
Our Sponsor for May 21st Meeting
Family-owned Torrance Bakery is the busiest bakery in Los Angeles, and it's easy to see why. Their expertise and experience shows in the beautiful, finely crafted wedding cakes, the large selection of delicious cakes and fillings, unique wedding cake showroom, and their friendly, personalized service. Stop by and sample a collection of award-winning signature desserts & pastries that have come to make Torrance Bakery one of the "hot spots" in Old Torrance!
- Candidates Forum, April 23, 2008
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On Wednesday, April 23rd, OTNA will host a Candidates Forum. Consider this your personal invitation to meet the people running for City Council seats -- there are four open seats. In a timed, moderated and impartial environment, the candidates will answer written questions taken from the audience, and will be around afterwards to talk with you.
These candidates are seeking office to represent you and all other Torrance citizens, so it's imperative that you know for whom you are voting. By joining us on the 23rd, you will know you're making the right choice come election day.
When: Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008
Meeting Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Location: The Bartlett Center - 1318 Cravens Ave. - Old Torrance
Cost: This Forum is free, and open to the public
If you are unable to attend the OTNA-hosted forum, please see the list of other candidate forums around Torrance.
- Easter in El Prado Park
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You are invited to Easter In El Prado Park! The Old Torrance Neighborhood Association was founded in 1981. And . . . since its inception, OTNA has sponsored Easter in El Prado Park -- 2008 marks our 27th consecutive year in doing so! It has become a tradition in our neighborhood. In fact, people that used to come to this event as a child are now bringing their children.
On Easter Sunday, March 23rd, at 10:00 in the morning, Mr. & Mrs. Bun will arrive at El Prado Park in the bright blue "Bunny Mobile." Both will greet the 100+ kids, pose for Kodak moments, and then . . . Mr. Bun will lead the children in the Bunny Hop. After that, the Easter "egg" (candy) hunt begins - the kids LOVE it! (The parents love it too, 'cause they're outta there by 10:30 AM.)
Bags will be handed out to each child prior to Mr. & Mrs. Bunny's arrival. If your child (niece, nephew, grandson and/or granddaughter) would prefer to bring their Easter basket to collect the candy, they are more then welcome to do so.
We have three areas ribboned-off in the park, so the younger kids are separate from the older kids (this event is for children 11 years of age, or younger). Two areas have one golden egg hidden amongst the candy. Whoever finds the golden egg, takes it straight to Mr. Bun, and exchanges it for an Easter basket brimming with trinkets and treats!
There is a special section called "Peggy's Patch" that is for children ages 3, and under. This area is dedicated to OTNA's past President, Peggy Basile, who received her "angel wings" on Easter, two years ago.
Here are the details:
Who: Old Torrance Neighborhood Association
What: Easter in El Prado Park
When: Easter Sunday, March 23rd
Where: El Prado Park (corner of El Prado & Arlington)
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Cost: Free!
Ages: This event is for children 11 years of age, and younger, only
Our Sponsor for Easter in El Prado Park
The 27th Easter in El Prado Park on Easter Sunday, March 23rd was sponsored by Del Amo Fashion Center -- they made a gracious donation to fund this special event for our neighborhood kids. The Del Amo Fashion Center Mall, has underwritten the OTNA 24th, 25th, 26th and 27th Annual Easter in El Prado Park celebrations on March 27, 2005, April 16, 2006, April 8th, 2007 and March 23, 2008.
- OTNA Meeting, Wednesday, March 19, 2008
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Torrance Police Department Revitalizing Neighborhood Watch
Teaming Together to Make Safer Neighborhoods7:00 PM - Refreshments and meet your neighbors
7:30 PM - Meeting & Presentation
Location: The Bartlett Center, 2nd floor - 1318 Cravens Ave. - Old Torrance
On Wednesday, March 19th, at the Bartlett Center (1318 Cravens Avenue, Old Torrance) the OTNA will host a meeting to discuss the newly revised Neighborhood Watch Program.
Torrance Police Officer, Dave Crespin - Adjutant to the Chief, and a team of officers from Community Affairs, Beat Unit, Traffic, Patrol and the Community Lead Officer Departments, will explain how the new design of this community-based program will strengthen neighborhood security, increase the community's power of observation, and maintain a safe environment for families.
The Neighborhood Watch Program involves the joint effort of the police department and the community!
Refreshments will be served at 7:00 PM -- the meeting will run from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM. All who live, work and play in Torrance are welcome and encouraged to attend. The meeting is free and open to the public.
Our Sponsor for March 19th Meeting
This meeting was sponsored by Torrance Produce Market & Deli (1303 El Prado, Old Torrance). Tommy Murakoshi and family took over the former Torrance Neighborhood Market in May, 2007, and opened as Torrance Produce Market & Deli, noting, "It is our vision to provide the best available produce to the residents of this 'Mayberry' community at fair and reasonable prices."
The hot deli serves authentic Mexican cuisine Monday - Friday, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The "Grab 'N Go" section includes -- croissant sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit cups, freshly made guacamole and pico de gallo, cheesecake and chocolate mousse cake by the slice, Chinese items such as char siu (BBQ pork), steamed or baked char siu bow (buns), siu mai (steamed pork dumplings), as well as sushi from Sushi Boy.
The grocery department is constantly being upgraded to reflect the needs of the community. We have added an Asian and Hawaiian department, have maintained the Hispanic department and are gradually adding both healthier, as well as, gourmet products along with some organic offerings. We also now have a limited selection of fresh beef, chicken and pork."
- Saturday, March 22nd, Neighborhood Cleanup Day
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When: Saturday, March 22nd, 8:45 - 11:00 AM, our 8th Neighborhood Cleanup Day.
Where: Rendezvous at 1318 Engracia Ave, at Cravens
RSVP: Charles Payne - 310-328-7549. Or sign up online regarding Events on the Contact Us page.
Area to be cleaned: Clean-up will focus on El Prado Park, so that it's spotless for Mr Bun and the Bunettes on Easter Sunday.
Wear comfy old clothes, sturdy, comfortable shoes, gloves and sunscreen!
The City will provide orange vests, trash bags, and will pick up the bags after the clean-up is complete.
Water and a special treat will be provided for our volunteers.
On June 7th, 2007 OTNA was recognized by the Environmental Quality Control Commission with a Green Pride in Torrance Award for our clean-up efforts in the City -- a "Pay it Forward" challenge set forth by Mayor Frank Scotto in 2006.
Once again, acting upon the Mayor's challenge, OTNA will host its 8th Neighborhood Clean-up Day!
We hope that you can spare a couple of hours to "Pay it Forward" and make a difference in our community!
- OTNA Meeting, Wednesday, January 16, 2008
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Jay Scharfman, Special Events & Filming Officer for the City, will take you on a behind-the-scenes look at the leading role filming plays in Torrance. Site location consultant, Joseph Darrell, of Film Friendly Locations, will spotlight what he looks for in a venue.
See the Meeting Flyer for details.
Election of Officers
We will also elect officers for the upcoming year. If you want to serve or have a suggestion, please contact Trish - 320-1241, Ida - 328-4418, or Janet - 328-7549 who are members of the nominating committee. You can submit suggestions or nominations on our website via the Contact Us page at www.oldtorranceneighbors.org.
Our sponsor this month is A&J Antiques located in Old Torrance at 1227 El Prado at the corner of Sartori and El Prado.
In November, Anthony and Jim celebrated their 12th Anniversary in downtown providing the South Bay with fine antiques, vintage furniture and home furnishings. They also specialize in estate sales and appraisals. Each month they have special drawings, appraisal forums, customer appreciation days and exciting events. Meet Jim and Anthony at our meeting on January 16.
- January 19th Neighborhood Cleanup Day
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When: Saturday, January 19, 8:45 - 11:00 AM
Where: Rendezvous at 1318 Engracia Ave, at Cravens
RSVP: Charles Payne - 310-328-7549. Or sign up online regarding Events on the Contact Us page.
Area to be cleaned: Clean-up will focus on the tracks beneath the Southern Pacific Railroad Bridge (Irving Gill, Architect, 1913) on Torrance Blvd. -- from Western Avenue to Cabrillo, and the surrounding area. Since the bridge is the gateway to the City, and highly visible to our visitors, it is important that this area always look nice.Wear comfy old clothes, sturdy, comfortable shoes, gloves and sunscreen!
The City will provide orange vests, trash bags, and will pick up the bags after the clean-up is complete.
Water and a special treat will be provided for our volunteers.
On June 7th, 2007 OTNA was recognized by the Environmental Quality Control Commission with a Green Pride in Torrance Award for our clean-up efforts in the City -- a "Pay it Forward" challenge set forth by Mayor Frank Scotto in 2006.
Once again, acting upon the Mayor's challenge, OTNA will host its 7th Neighborhood Clean-up Day!
We hope that you can spare a couple of hours to "Pay it Forward" and make a difference in our community!
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