Jan
17
to Jan 23

Tutorial Club Finals Study Hours Snack Bar

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Chair: Bella Chow & Morgan Tan

Location: Library

Volunteer Limit: 3 per shift

Shift 1: 3:30-6 PM, Friday 1/17 (10 points)

Shift 2: 3:30-6 PM, Tues 1/21 (10 points)

Shift 3: 1-3 PM, Wed 1/22 (8 points)

Shift 4: 1-3 PM, Thurs 1/23 (8 points)

Help Tutorial Club set up and run the snack bar for finals study hours at the library!

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Jan
18
9:00 AM09:00

Esplanade Bluff Restoration

Bruce McCallum

Saturday, January 18 ⋅ 9:00 – 11:00am (PST)

RSVP required

RSVP now

Avenue E and the Esplanade, Redondo Beach, 90277, CA, USA

Limit: Until volunteer limit on their website fills up. PLEASE RSVP USING THE LINK ABOVE (under RSVP now) BEFORE YOU SUBMIT THIS FORM! If there are no spots left on it, please do NOT sign up for this event. Thereby if you RSVP THEN submit this form, you have secured your place in this event.

Please fill out the waiver prior to signing up: https://www.southbayparks.org/general-liability-waiver

South Bay Parkland Conservancy is teaming up with US Fish and Wildlife Services, LA County Department of Beaches and Harbor, LA Conservation Corps and the City of Redondo Beach to restore habitat for the endangered El Segundo blue butterfly and other native wildlife along the bluffs of Redondo Beach.

This project will maintain existing habitat restoration that has been occurring in recent years between Miramar Park and Avenue E (5.3 acres) and conduct new restoration between Avenues E and D (0.8 acres).

Volunteers will be asked to assist with:

  • weeding out invasive plants

  • installing new native plants (during the rainy season)

  • providing supplemental water to newly installed plants, as needed

What to bring:

  • Come prepared with clothes that can get dirty and wet!

  • Closed toed shoes/boots

  • Sunscreen

  • Reusable water bottles (drinking fountain located at Avenue G restroom) & snacks

  • Gloves and tools provided, although volunteers are welcome to bring their own

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

Note: Adults and children 14+ only. WAIVER MUST BE SIGNEDAll participants will be added to our newsletter and volunteer email lists so we can let you know about future restoration days, you can opt out of one or both at any time.

Volunteer Orientation Video HERE

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Jan
26
10:00 AM10:00

Wilderness Park Restoration

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Bella Chow

8 points

Volunteer Limit: 15

1102 Camino Real, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

Help water native trees and plantings, weed out invasive plants, and plant new native plants at the Wilderness Park!

Come prepared with clothes that can get dirty and wet! Closed toed shoes (gardening boots, if possible) are preferred. Gloves and tools provided, although you are welcome to bring your own.

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Feb
6
to Feb 13

Victor STEAM Fair

Chair: Morgan Tan

Thursday, February 6th,  4-6pm

Thursday, February 13th, 4pm-8pm

24 points (6 hours)

Volunteer limit: 30

MUST BE PRESENT FOR BOTH TIMES TO BE ACCEPTED INTO EVENT! NOT SEPARATE SHIFTS!!!

Feb 6th: put lanyards together at the Victor library to review the specific lessons at each of the 10 stations and where they will be located on the map. Put materials together, start assigning students to the stations. 

Feb 13th: set up, run stations, clean up

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Jan
16
4:00 PM16:00

Operation Teddy Bear

  • 1230 Cravens Avenue Torrance, CA, 90501 United States (map)
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Chair: Angelina Sun

Thursday, 16 January

4:00-6:00pm

8 pts

Volunteer Limit: 15

Help pack bags with books and school supplies to pass out to children in underprivileged communities! 

You must register through this link and have a parent sign the waiver prior to showing up. *You must also create an account in order to register.  https://volunteer.volcenter.org/opportunity/a0CUw00002JvgSmMAJ/operation-teddy-bear-packing-literacy-bags# 


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Jan
16
2:30 PM14:30

Good Luck on Finals Cards

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2:30-3:30 (4 pts)

3:30-4:30 (4 pts)

Volunteer Limit: 10

Location: Cafe 5

We will be making cards to pass out to classes for finals week as encouragement. Some supplies will be provided but please bring any other supplies you would want; including markers, stickers, paper, etc.

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Jan
14
to Jan 15

UNICEF Bracelet Packing

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Chair: Daniel Lowery, Angelina Sun, Karin Takahashi

Shift 1: 3:30-5 PM, Wed 1/15 (6 points) Daniel

Shift 2: 3:30-5 PM, Thur 1/16 (6 points) Angelina

Shift 3: 3:30-5 PM, Fri 1/17 (6 points) Karin

Volunteer Limit: 30

Location: 5106 (Mrs. Dugard’s room) Wednesday and Thursday, Cafe 4 and 5 on Friday

Package friendship bracelets to help UNICEF club. 


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Dec
28
9:00 AM09:00

Esplande Bluff Restoration

  • Esplande Bluff Restoration (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
  • Event Chair: Bruce McCallum

  • Limited: until the RSVP fills up

  • Time & Points: 9AM-11AM, 8pts, 12/28/24

    Please fill out the waiver prior to signing up: https://www.southbayparks.org/general-liability-waiver

    South Bay Parkland Conservancy is teaming up with US Fish and Wildlife Services, LA County Department of Beaches and Harbor, LA Conservation Corps and the City of Redondo Beach to restore habitat for the endangered El Segundo blue butterfly and other native wildlife along the bluffs of Redondo Beach.

    Volunteers will be asked to assist with:

    • weeding out invasive plants

    • installing new native plants (during the rainy season)

    • providing supplemental water to newly installed plants, as needed

    What to bring:

    • Come prepared with clothes that can get dirty and wet!

    • Closed toed shoes/boots

    • Sunscreen

    • Reusable water bottles (drinking fountain located at Avenue G restroom) & snacks

    • Gloves and tools provided, although volunteers are welcome to bring their own

    Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

    Note: Adults and children 14+ only. WAIVER MUST BE SIGNEDAll participants will be added to our newsletter and volunteer email lists so we can let you know about future restoration days, you can opt out of one or both at any time.

    Volunteer Orientation Video HERE


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Stylites Bracelet-Making
Dec
15
10:00 AM10:00

Stylites Bracelet-Making

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Catherine Piotrowski

Stylites Bracelet-Making

12/15/24, 10AM-2PM

8pts/shift

Limit: 20

Location: La Romeria Park, 19501 S Inglewood Ave, Torrance, CA, 90503

Shift 1: 10AM-12PM (8pts)

Shift 2: 12PM-2PM (8pts)

Help the West High Stylites make bracelets to sell at upcoming basketball games! All proceeds from bracelet sales go towards Love 146, a non-profit organization supporting human trafficking survivors.

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Cocoas and Cookies
Dec
12
4:00 PM16:00

Cocoas and Cookies

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Bella Chow

Cocoas and Cookies

December 12

Limit: 10

Anza Elementary (21400 Ellinwood Dr, Torrance, CA 90503)

Shift 1: 4:00-6:00 PM, 8 points 

Shift 2: 6:00-8:00 PM, 8 points

Help set up cookies and bingo game and run hot chocolate and prize distributions!

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Help the TSB YMCA “North Pole”
Dec
6
5:30 PM17:30

Help the TSB YMCA “North Pole”

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Jessica Li 

Help the TSB YMCA “North Pole” 

Friday 12/6

5:30-7:30 pm 

8 points

Limit: 10 

Torrance South Bay YMCA

2900 W Sepulveda Boulevard

Help set up toys for the Y’s Military Family “North Pole at the Y” event, and gingerbread house decorating after! 

REQUIRED: volunteers should also fill out the registration for the event (the event is free)

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/ymcala/activity/search/detail/246723?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true

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Downtown Torrance Holiday Stroll
Dec
4
3:00 PM15:00

Downtown Torrance Holiday Stroll

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Bruce McCallum/Benjamin Wong

Downtown Torrance Holiday Stroll

12/4/24, 3-9PM

Location: 1345 Post Ave, Torrance, CA, 90501

Points: Varies on Shift

Volunteer Limit: 10 per shift

Shift 1: 3-6PM (12pts, Bruce)

Shift 2: 5:45-9PM (13pts, Benjamin)

Help out the Downtown Torrance Association with its annual holiday stroll! Volunteer at the hot cocoa table, write letters to Santa, play games, make crafts, and more!

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Nov
30
2:00 PM14:00

Salvation Army Bell-Ringing

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Karin Takahashi, Jessica Li

Salvation Army Bell-Ringing

November 30, 2-6PM

22035 Hawthorne Boulevard, Torrance, CA

8pts/shift

Limit: 5

Shift 1: 2PM-4PM (Karin)

Shift 2: 4PM-6PM (Jessica)

Help those in need this holiday season by ringing the Salvation Army kettle! All donations help local families.


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Nov
16
5:00 PM17:00

South Bay's Got Talent

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Alissa Phillips

South Bay’s Got Talent

James Armstrong Theater

3330 Civic Center Dr, Torrance, CA  90503

November 16th

5:00 PM - 10 PM

Limit: 3

20 points

Volunteers will help with green room hospitality, passing out awards to winners, and helping clean up the green room after the event ends. Snacks, beverages, and dinner will be available for the volunteers.

NOTE: Please wear nice casual clothing (no jeans or t-shirts).

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Nov
15
to Nov 17

Torrance Arts and Crafts Fall Faire

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Natalie Ou 

Torrance Arts and Crafts Fall Faire

Ken Miller Rec Center @ Torrance Cultural Arts Center

3330 Civic Center Dr Suite N, Torrance, CA 90503

11/15-11/17 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) 

Shift 1: Friday, 11/15 @ 5:00 pm– 8:00 pm 

  • 12 points 

  • Limit: 20 volunteers

Shift 2: Saturday, 11/16 @ 7:00 am– 9:30 am

  • 10 points

  • Limit: 10 volunteers

Shift 3: Sunday, 11/17 @ 3:00 pm– 5:00 pm 

  • 8 points 

  • Limit: 20 volunteers 

Help the Torrance Crafters Guild set up and break down booths at the 55th Annual Arts and Crafts Fall Faire. Assist food distribution to customers and vendors while helping run booths as needed. 

NOTE: Please make sure that you have a ride to go after your shift so you don’t have to wait after the vendors leave

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Nov
9
8:00 AM08:00

Seaside Heros Park Beautification

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Angie Quiroz

Seaside Heros Park Beautification

11/9/24

8AM-11AM

Limit: 15

Points: 12

22812 Kathryn Ave., Torrance, CA 90505

Volunteers will be helping with SUPER FUN park beautification such as gardening, raking, etc

New volunteers print and sign this waiver, and bring it on Saturday morning.

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Nov
6
3:45 PM15:45

Community's Child

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Chair: Benjamin Wong

November 6

3:45-6:30pm (it’s okay if you’re a bit late)

18807 Crenshaw Pl, Torrance, CA 90504

11 points

Limit: 10 volunteers

Help at Community’s Child’s end of year event to distribute items to low-income families. Assist families as they shop and choose items, refold clothing and keep it restocked and organized, then make sure that everything is cleaned up afterward.

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Pug Nation Dog Rescue LA Pugtacular Spooktacular
Oct
26
8:30 AM08:30

Pug Nation Dog Rescue LA Pugtacular Spooktacular

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Chairs: Catherine Piotrowski, Karin Takahashi, Angie Quiroz

Points: 8pts/shift

Volunteer Limit: 10 per shift

Location: Torrance Park, 2001 Santa Fe Ave, Torrance, 90501

Shift 1: 8:30AM-10:30AM (Karin)

Shift 2: 10:30AM-12:30PM (Catherine)

Shift 3: 12:30PM-2:30PM (Catherine)

Shift 4: 2:30PM-4:30PM (Angie)

Help out the Pug Nation Dog Shelter with their annual Pugtacular Spooktacular! Help with carnival games, costume contests, raffle prizes, and more! Please do not sign up for this event if you are allergic to or scared of dogs.

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Anza Trunk or Treat
Oct
25
4:30 PM16:30

Anza Trunk or Treat

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Limit: 10 per shift

Anza Elementary (21400 Ellinwood Dr, Torrance, CA 90503)       
Chairs: Bella Chow and Hannah Takasaki

Shift 1 (set up): 4:30PM-5:30PM, 4 pts

Shift 2 (run event): 5:30PM-6:30PM, 4 pts

Shift 3 (run event): 6:30PM-7:30 PM, 4 pts

Shift 4 (clean up): 7:30PM-8:45 PM, 5 pts

Help out with set up, running the event, and clean up at Anza Elementary’s Halloween Trunk or Treat!

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Towers Harvest Festival
Oct
25
to Oct 26

Towers Harvest Festival

  • 20401 Victor Street Torrance, CA, 90503 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Chair: Benjamin Wong

October 25-26

Towers Elementary (5600 Towers St, Torrance, CA 90503

Shift 1 (set up haunted house): 10/25 3:30-6:00pm (10 points, limit 8 volunteers)

Shift 2 (set up festival): 10/26 10:30-12pm (6 points, limit 15 volunteers)

Shift 3 (run event): 10/26 12-2pm (8 points, limit 10 volunteers)

Shift 4 (run event): 10/26 2-4pm (8 points, limit 10 volunteers)

Shift 5 (clean up): 10/26 4-5:30pm (10 points, limit 12 volunteers)

Help out with set up, running the event (helping out with different booths), and clean up at the Towers Harvest Festival!

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