A Century of Service: 100 years of the Rotary Club of Coronado
2026-03-11 - 2026-06-14 | 1000 Orange Ave, 1000 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
On view through June 14
Celebrate a century of community impact. Since 1926, Coronado Rotarians have lived by the motto “Service Above Self,” shaping the spirit of Coronado island and improving lives across the globe.
This landmark Centennial exhibit offers an exclusive look into the Rotary Club’s storied history, featuring never-before-seen photographs, artifacts, and personal stories. The exhibit highlights the decades-long partnership between Rotary and the Coronado Historical Association (CHA), a collaboration that was formalized in 2024 when CHA was designated as the official repository for the club’s historical records. By moving these treasures from private garages into CHA’s professional archives, 100 years of “Service Above Self” is protected and accessible for generations to come.
The archives and artifacts in the exhibit show how a century of dedication has nurtured the civic and cultural fabric of Coronado, from local youth programs to international humanitarian efforts. See why the Rotary Club remains a cornerstone of our community.

The Green of West Plaza: 90+ Years of the Coronado Lawn Bowling Club
2026-03-26 - 2026-09-13 | 1000 Orange Ave, 1000 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
On view through September 13
The Green of West Plaza: 90+ Years of The Coronado Lawn Bowling Club celebrates over 90 years of the Coronado Lawn Bowling Club (CLBC) with an emphasis on its history, community involvement, and contribution to the sport of lawn bowling. The bilingual English/Spanish exhibit features trophies and medals won by members of the CLBC, highlighting the skill and sportsmanship that women and men have excelled at both on a national and international level.
To complement the successes of the club, the exhibit explains the game of lawn bowls along with the equipment used. Very little equipment is necessary to play bowls, making it an accessible sport for all demographics. Lawn bowling is one of the few sports that allows women and men to compete together on an equal platform regardless of age.

Building and Maintaining Strong Bones, A free community presentation
2026-04-16 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The John D. Spreckels Center is pleased to host an upcoming health presentation in partnership with Sharp Coronado Hospital on Thursday, April 16 from 2 to 3 pm at the John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street.
This free presentation is open to the public and offers valuable insights into maintaining strong, healthy bones as you age.
During this session, attendees will hear from the Sharp Coronado Manager of Radiology, the Manager of the Sewall Healthy Living Center, and other knowledgeable experts.
The presentation will cover:

Practical tips for maintaining bone strength
Strategies for preventing osteoporosis
Ways to stay active and independent
The importance of bone health screenings, including DEXA scans available at Sharp Coronado
Supportive services designed to promote long-term wellness

Whether you’re looking to stay proactive about your health or learn more about bone care, this informative session is a great opportunity to connect with experts and gain useful knowledge.
For more information or to register go to coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call 619-522-7343 or stop by 1019 Seventh Street.

Wine & Lecture: San Diego's South Bay Railroads
2026-04-16 17:30 - 19:00 | 1000 Orange Ave, 1000 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Historical Association invites you to join us for this month’s installment of the popular Wine & Lecture Series on Thursday, April 16, about San Diego’s South Bay Railroads! Enjoy an engaging evening with Bruce Semelsberger, archivist at the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, as we explore how the opening of the California Southern Railroad in 1885 transformed San Diego and sparked the Great Southern California Land Boom of the 1880s. Discover how San Diego’s would-be rail barons set their sights on Coronado and the South Bay — and find out what happened next in this fascinating chapter of local history.
Join us on Thursday, April 16, at 5:30 pm for a wine & cheese reception followed by the lecture from 6 to 7 pm.
Tickets are available now on our website.

Member: $15.00 each
Non-Member: $20.00 each

Important Registration Information: Reservations are required. Please be aware that tickets for the wine & lecture events are nonrefundable, as proceeds support our educational mission. If you have any questions, please email info@coronadohistory.org or call 619-435-7242.

About the Speaker
Born in Akron, Ohio, in 1947, Bruce Semelsberger received his education in Cuyahoga Falls and briefly pursued electrical engineering at the University of Akron before joining the U.S. Navy, serving in electronics from 1966 to 1970. Afterward, he built a long career in San Diego’s electronic component industry until retiring in 2016.
His lifelong fascination with railroads began with a few old maps and led him to join the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum in 1984. What started as a volunteer cataloging project became a decades-long commitment as Research Director, Librarian, and Archivist. Bruce has lectured widely, taught railroad history at Cuyamaca College, and helped restore trains, tracks, and facilities.
Today, he continues collecting material for a book on San Diego’s early railroad history while hiking, researching, and preserving the region’s rail heritage for future generations.
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Wine & Lecture: San Diego’s South Bay Railroads
