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Save Historic Old Torrance is encouraging all members to participate in the sidewalk survey being conducted by the Torrance Historical Society. The dates are this Saturday and Sunday and next Saturday and Sunday. We hope you’ll participate! Below are the details from the Torrance Historical Society. In addition, we hope that you will plan on attending the next Save Historic Old Torrance meeting on Thursday, September 29th at 7:00 PM at the Zamperini House, 2028 Gramercy Ave.

When: There are now just two weekends left to participate -- Saturday and Sunday, September 17th & 18th, 24th & 25th, 2011
Where: Torrance Historical Society & Museum - 1345 Post Avenue, Old Torrance
Time: 9:00 AM
What to Wear: Comfy clothing and walking shoes and sunscreen

In celebration of the City's upcoming Centennial in 2012, the Torrance Historical Society is seeking volunteers from the community to assist in a field survey documenting all structures within the Olmsted Districts -- the original footprint of the City. And . . . you're invited to be a part of this history!

The area is comprised of 109 city blocks with residential, commercial and industrial sub-districts totaling approximately 2300 structures (see why they need lots of volunteers?). Boarders encompassing this area are Dominguez St. to Plaza del Amo, and Crenshaw Blvd. to Western Avenue. The purpose of the survey is to document all historical structures within this designated area.

The survey will take place over a three-weekend timeframe -- Saturday and Sunday, September 10th & 11th, 17th & 18th, 24th & 25th, 2011. The Survey will begin at 9:00 AM at the Torrance Historical Society & Museum (1345 Post Avenue, Old Torrance) with classroom-style training.

Last weekend, was the first session, and already 1/3 of the blocks have been assigned! The volunteers are enjoying it so much, they are coming back to do more blocks. Plus . . . each volunteer will receive dining discounts to local restaurants in Old Torrance -- Red Car Brewery & Restaurant, Tortilla Cantina, Daniela's and BFD. Complimentary Torrance Bakery breakfast treats and refreshments will provide each morning.

Here's how it works . . .

Attend a 35 minute classroom-style training session at the Museum (you only need to attend once!) - begins at 9:00 AM, Saturday & Sunday

You'll be given a photo ID, block packet, clipboard, pencils, water & treats

"Pick a block, and take a walk!" (as our President likes to say) -- each volunteer will be assigned a block and asked to complete a standard form (don't worry, there are only about 6 items that need to be checked-off) -- done from the sidewalk only -- no need to knock on doors, or walk onto property

Based on the field survey data, each structure will be classified as contributing, altered-contributing or as a non-contributing structure

Survey only takes one to two hours, and is even more fun if you partner with a friend
Return completed survey packet to Museum in exchange for dining discounts Downtown
Here are the details . . .

Info: Kurt Weideman, Torrance Historical Society President, at kurtweideman@att.net or 310.467.0512, or Museum - 310.328.5392