Torrance Marriott South Bay To Host 18th Annual Black History Celebration

TORRANCE, Calif., Feb. 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Honoring National African-American History Month, Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Los Angeles African-American Chamber of Commerce will host the 18^th annual Black History Celebration at Torrance Marriott South Bay on Feb. 26, 2015.

Inspiring the next generation, Black History Month is an annual celebration recognizing the central role of African-Americans in U.S. history and their achievements. Paying their respects to this important February tradition, one of the premier hotels in Torrance, CA will help host the Black History Celebration, beginning with a vendor walkway from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m., with registration at 11 a.m. The official luncheon and program are expected to begin at noon and run until 2 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person or $600 for a table of 10 with preferred assigned seats. In addition to hosting, Torrance Marriott South Bay has reserved a table for 10 of its associates.

Honorees and speakers at the event at the South Bay hotel will include Robin Petgrave with Celebrity Helicopters; Clarence Ulrich from The Drifters; Ted Lange from the TV show "The Love Boat;" Judge Mablean Ephriam from TV's "Divorce Court;" A.C. Green, former Los Angeles Laker and the founder of A.C. Green Youth Foundation; and James Harris, a student at California State University, Dominguez Hills.

Having recently celebrated its 100^th year anniversary, the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce looks forward to its role in this event that meets its mission of creating a strong economy, providing networking opportunities, supporting the interests of business before government, taking political action and promoting the community.

Co-hosting the event, the Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce was established in 1991 with the vision to create an organization that would serve as an advocate for African-American-owned business enterprises, promoting their growth and expansion in the international arena.

Additional sponsors of the Black History Celebration include Toyota, American Honda, Kinecta Federal Credit Union, California State University at Dominique Hills, Pelican Productions Inc., Roadium Open Air Market, UCLA Health, Exxon Mobil Corp. and Daily Breeze.

Following the luncheon, guests can continue celebrating at the South Bay hotel's Rain Wine Bar and Lounge. Offering over 40 specialty wines in an outdoor garden complete with oversized lounge chairs around a fire pit and fireplace, Rain is the perfect venue for visitors to network and socialize.

Visitors wishing to reserve a seat for the Black History Celebration can call 1-310-540-5858 or visit www.torrancechamber.com.

About Torrance Marriott South Bay
The Torrance Marriott South Bay at 3635 Fashion Way in Torrance, CA, is minutes from the Pacific Coast Highway. Near miles of pristine beaches, Redondo Beach Pier, the Stub Hub Center and Del Amo Fashion Center, the hotel features 17 floors, 478 rooms, 11 suites and three concierge levels. Event space includes 20 meeting rooms with 31,500 square feet. Garden Court Restaurant, Rain Wine Bar and Lounge and Starbucks are the South Bay hotel's dining options. A state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor/outdoor pool and whirlpool are among other amenities available. For information, visit www.marriott.com/LAXTR or call 1-310-316-3636.

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