My daughter's wedding was nothing short of magical--a true fairytale come to life! From the very…read morebeginning, the entire team went above and beyond to make our vision a reality. A special thank you to Emily, our wedding coordinator, who was absolutely amazing. She was always pleasant to work with, helped us navigate every detail, coordinated with vendors, offered wonderful ideas, and greatly reduced our stress throughout the planning process. Carlos was equally outstanding. He assisted with so many aspects of the wedding, including alcohol selections and pricing, and was always professional, helpful, and accommodating. Maria Plata and the catering team exceeded every expectation. The food, service, and attention to detail were exceptional. Everything was beautifully executed, and our guests are still talking about how wonderful the experience was. Every member of the team delivered five-star service. As a mother, seeing my daughter have the wedding of her dreams meant everything to me. Thank you for creating memories that our family will cherish forever. We could not be happier with the fairytale wedding you help create for my baby girl!

I have visited this center on several occasions. Each visit has been a pleasant experience. This…read moretime was a 85th birthday . There several wings and each wing has banquet rooms for rental. The banquet rooms vary in size. There is a large atrium, ideal for large events. The natural lighting in this atrium is simply beautiful. There are plenty of clean bathrooms on the property. This entire property is clean with plenty of free parking. The parking lot is brightly lit for night parking. The taste of the food is what you would expect from a hotel banquet room. This center has a busy calendar of exercise classes and information on health, housing and finances. This is something for everyone!

This review is long overdue. We held our baby shower at Overflow and it was an easy and enjoyable…read moreexperience. Renee, Jojo and Christine were so helpful and made the day run smoothly. Plus the coffee is always amazing. Thank you!!

What an amazing venue in Lomita. This is right next to Corridor Flow the coffee shop that's a very…read morenice spot to hang out and have coffee. The space is perfect for small events. We attended an Anniversary and there were about 100 people or so and you can fit a good amount of tables depends how you set up. Love that as you enter they have a designated area for a DJ if you plan to have music which is great! The space has these cool wooden walls that add to the decor and the fun lighting that they provide for you. There is a little side room that is like storage and an extra bathroom there as well. The bathroom was very clean and spacious as well. There is a designated area with back entrance for placing food if you have catering and there is a spacious fridge for food and drinks as well. There is a fun opening area for a coffee space thats a nice touch. Def has a lot of potential to make it your own space and decorate how you wish. There is a small lot for parking and then there's lots of street parking as well so that wasn't a problem.

My cousin's friend wanted to have a girls night. So she bought us the see this play called "SHAG…read morewith a TWIST". I'm not sure if the hosts are staff of the venue or people who rented it for this play. Not much to say about the service. I can say it's was humid & the toilet situation was not the best. The venue was small, but cute. I also believe the food was limited to snacks. That may or may not be there all the time.

The staff here is amazingly kind and stellar. Small theater with 150 seats. There's just enough…read moreroom for your legs between rows which makes it a bit uncomfortable. Seat cushions were offered. Prices are reasonable. Highly recommend.

Drove by myself all the way from Westminster to check out this place! I had a blast , great trade…read morein system! I was able to trade in 2 , 8 prize plushies and keep 1 too! I paid $50 was a great time and the guy was so helpful !

Came for an impromptu double date on a Sunday and it was quiet. But we had such a blast and Ruben…read moremade our experience awesome and special!

Last minute family get together to celebrate a birthday. Prices were reasonable and food was great.read more

I stopped by Cal Bowl and spent some time in the bar area. I actually left with one very positive…read moretakeaway: this place made me want to start bowling! So there is definitely something about the atmosphere and the idea of the place that caught my attention. However, the condition and cleanliness of the restrooms really took away from the experience. I checked the restrooms inside the bar area and also the restrooms on the other side of the facility, and unfortunately, both needed significant attention. I noticed cracked flooring, cracked walls, deteriorated hinges and fixtures, and a hand dryer that looked like it had seen better days. The overall cleanliness was also not where I would expect it to be. Some of these are relatively small maintenance issues that, when added together, make a big difference. A restroom doesn't have to be fancy, but it should feel clean, maintained, and comfortable enough that customers don't hesitate to touch the faucet or use the facilities. The good news is that these are fixable things. A little maintenance, a good deep cleaning, and some attention to the details could make a noticeable difference. So, Cal Bowl, I'm actually giving you credit for inspiring me to want to bowl. But when it comes to the restroom experience, Maggie says: this needs some attention. I'm not writing this to be negative or disrespectful. Sometimes a business simply needs someone to point out what customers are seeing. Hopefully, this is helpful--and hopefully the next time I visit, I see some improvements.

I recently had both my wedding ceremony and reception at the Harlyne J. Norris Pavilion, and it was…read moretruly the perfect venue. The building is gorgeous on its own, and we loved having the outdoor green space for our ceremony while hosting cocktail hour and the reception inside with completely different setups and vibes that all flowed together seamlessly. We had about 150 guests, and the space accommodated everyone beautifully -- never crowded, never tight, and the dance floor stayed full all night without feeling cramped. The Pavilion gives you so much flexibility to customize, but also includes beautiful built‑in elements that make the space feel elevated without needing much. We added a white dance floor, a mirror ball, and a custom gobo, and the process was incredibly easy. Their onsite kitchen and preferred caterer, Colette's, made it simple to serve a fully gluten‑free menu, and we received so many compliments from guests. The rental process was effortless thanks to Dani, their rental coordinator, who absolutely slayed. She paid such close attention to detail, reminded me of everything I needed throughout the planning process, and put together clear diagrams that made setup day a breeze. The staff was kind, organized, and genuinely invested in making our wedding perfect. I would recommend the Pavilion wholeheartedly to any couple looking for a beautiful, customizable, and well‑run venue.

We visited about a dozen venues while looking for the right location for our daughter's bat…read moremitzvah, and the Norris Pavilion immediately stood out as the clear choice. The space offers a lot of flexibility with multiple rooms and layout options. It's very roomy. Our ~135 guests were comfortable throughout dinner, dancing, and mingling. Dani was wonderful from start to finish. She supported us for months during the planning process with professionalism and knowledge, and she went the extra mile to assist during the event. Her help was thoughtful and made a real difference. The Norris Pavilion is a stunning venue, and we would love to celebrate there again in the future.

Bornballer academy has elevated my son to another level at wide receiver in just 1 year!! His ball…read morecatching, route running and confidence has grown so much! We highly recommend anyone with kids playing wide receiver to try out bornballer. You won't regret it!!

We can't say enough good things about Coach Andre! My son absolutely loves training with him. Since…read moreworking with Coach Andre, my son has grown tremendously--not just physically, but mentally and in his confidence on the field. Every coach who watches him play takes notice. In fact, his current season coach had mandatory training sessions for the team, but actually told my son, "You don't have to come, Karter--you're already receiving top-of-the-line training." That says it all. Coach Andre is patient, intentional, and truly committed to the development of every single player. He takes time to work with each child individually, correcting technique and encouraging progress with real passion. His energy is unmatched, and the love he shows these kids is felt deeply--not just by them, but by us parents, too. My son looks up to him not only as a trainer but as a role model and leader. He's truly made an impact, and we're beyond grateful. We're locked in for life--thank you, Coach Andre, for everything you do!

My husband & I recently hosted a celebration of life for his Father at the Ken Miller Recreation…read moreCenter. The Center is located near the Torrance Police Headquarters and City Hall. We had checked different halls for rent in the Torrance area but definitely made the correct choice with the Ken Miller. The office staff at the City of Torrance were wonderful to work with and made the process very easy; even staying open until 5:30pm so I could stop (with the payment) after work. The Center is a wonderful space. The coordinator met us a week before the function at 7:30am to go over the set up and items we would need. Besides setting up the tables & chairs, they provided a microphone & podium, a projector & screen (we had to bring a laptop for the photo show), a sound system for music we brought and even coffee, hot tea, water & everything needed for drinks. On the day of the event, the on-site staff was great to work with. He made sure everything was working correctly and was available if we needed anything. We would highly recommend the Ken Miller Recreational Center for anyone looking to host a function in Torrance. Our set-up was seating for 120 people plus tables for a buffet lunch, drinks, desserts and a welcome table.

[Review #29] Please…read morenote this is a duplicate review under "Japanese Cultural Festival"... I posted the photos for Ken Miller Recreation Center earlier in the day & postponed writing my review. I didn't realize there's a dedicated festival category: Japanese Cultural Festival. I'm posting here to accompany my photos. The Torrance Sister City Association is holding the 42nd Annual Bunka-Sai Japanese Cultural Festival this weekend: Saturday, 04/26/14 - Sunday, 04/27/14 from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. It's a free event filled with performances, exhibits, demonstrations, & workshops: Japanese dance & music, martial arts (kendo, judo, naginata, & aikido), flower arranging, calligraphy, tea ceremony; Japanese foods (available for purchase); children's games (like tic-tac-toe toss, fishing, etc.), & arts & crafts. This event has free admission & parking with hourly raffles (think it's $1.00/ticket). It's a fundraiser for the TSCA Student Cultural Exchange Program, which sends 8 students + 1 adult to Kashiwa for 3 weeks in July; in August, TSCA will play host to Kashiwa students & an adult for 2 home-stays. Check out the 3D art stall, by an extremely talented but modest lady, Michiko Miyazaki, on the way to the patio (where the children's games are held & the tantalizing scents of Japanese BBQ & other yummy foods are prepared); see photos from Ken Miller Recreation Center (I had to beg a photo of the artist so I can show everyone who created these awesome artworks). My daughter had fun coloring a koi fish at the arts & crafts booth. While standing aside shyly watching some of the teenage volunteers toss bean bags for the tic-tac-toe toss (I think this game is $1.00, which I didn't have cash on me but my husband was running to the car to grab his wallet because H eyed on a water yo-yo earlier), one girl approached H & said she can give a couple of tosses. She hid behind my legs but the girl waited patiently with her hand outstretched with the bags... & H finally walked over to do a couple of tosses. Her 1st fell slightly short, so everyone (including myself) encouraged her to throw harder, & she "winged" the 2nd toss & it went f-l-y-i-n-g over & almost beaned one of the guys. :-O He exclaimed: "Wow... she has a strong arm!" What H was really interested in was the fishing game (where everyone was a winner); she "fished & caught" a pencil sharpener (something she needed for her color pencils), a sticker sheet, & a small bottle of bubbles. Very generous for a $1.00 game. =) And of course, H also got the water yo-yo (also $1.00, it's a thick-walled balloon filled with water tied to a rubber band... the kids love it... it's color, cute, & hey! it's a balloon). Come & support this cultural event... & enjoy the great food, interesting arts & crafts booths, & entertaining performances/demonstrations while you're at it.