CHA Hosts Midway Docents for Wine & Lecture
2025-02-20 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Coronado Historical Association, 1100 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Historical Association’s popular Wine & Lecture series continues Thursday, February 20 at 5:30 pm with a special presentation from two USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum docents.
US Navy veterans and long-time Midway docents Brian Butler and Steve Walker will present a dynamic visual journey titled The Midway Story. As the Midway comes off of its 20th-anniversary on the waterfront in 2024, the presentation will highlight the Midway’s 47 years as an active duty US Navy ship, as well as demonstrate how the museum earned the distinction of being one of San Diego’s pre-eminent tourist attractions.
First opened in 2004, the Midway has steadily grown its count of visitors as well as guest accolades. In 2024, Midway welcomed its 20 millionth guest. With more than 26,000 guest reviews, Midway ranked #1 among 751 Things To Do in San Diego last year, according to Trip Advisor, a national travel assistance platform. The Museum was also ranked the fourth most popular museum of any type nationally in 2024.
An even more primary reason for Midway’s acclaim is the patriotism, skill, and dedication of the more than 700 volunteers who donate more than 235,000 hours annually. Within the volunteers, the Docent team is considered the Midway’s “secret sauce” that makes the guest experience special. Many docents are US Navy veterans and their knowledge of how an aircraft carrier operates as well as their shared personal experiences are what guests say they remember and appreciate the most during their visit.

Late in 2024, the Midway kicked off an ambitious new project – Freedom Park at Burnham Navy Pier. The 10-acre park will be located adjacent to the museum and is scheduled to open in 2028. Freedom Park will be the largest veteran-themed park on the West Coast. Butler and Walker’s presentation will also give an update on this project.
The Coronado Historical Association has a long history of collaborating with the USS Midway Museum. Most recently, in 2023, the Midway hosted a satellite installation as part of CHA’s Open Doors: Vietnam POWs Fifty Years of Freedom exhibit. CHA is excited to again partner with the Midway by hosting two of their best docents for this exciting lecture to be held in CHA’s lecture hall. More information and tickets are available at coronadohistory.org, by stopping in at 1100 Orange, or calling 619-435-7242.

Optimist Yard Sale Fundraiser for Childhood Cancer Research
2025-02-22 08:30 | CA
On February 22, the Coronado High School Junior Optimist Club (JOI), along with the Optimist Club of Coronado, is having a yard sale to raise money for childhood cancer research.
The yard sale is going to be a big one! It is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 22 and is located at 919 First street. The gate opens at 8:30 am. Please enter from the side walk on First Street and not down the driveway.
Everything the Optimist Club does is geared towards supporting the youth of Coronado. JOI club is a leadership and service organization as well that serves others in many impactful ways. Recently, the JOI club had their Souper Bowl of caring project where non perishable food items were collected and donated to a local food bank. The club also does beach clean ups, volunteers for the recreation center’s holiday programs for children, works in whatever capacity is needed for the FOCUS organization’s fundraisers, and the club recently wrote thank you cards to the fireman who helped fight the Southern California fires. Their biggest campaign is to raise money, along with the adult Optimist Club, to donate to childhood cancer research.
For more information on the sale or the Coronado Optimists or the Junior Optimist clubs, contact JOI club advisor and Optimist Club member Erin Downey at 619-675-1323.
Yard Sale Northern California May 2005. (Public Domain image)

Spoilers Book Club: "Their Eyes Were Watching God"
2025-02-22 14:00 - 18:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Spoilers Book Club reads books that are turned into movies. We read the book and get together to watch the film. We compare the two and discuss what we did and didn’t like.

Tennis Doubles Mixer to Benefit PAWS
2025-02-23 12:00 - 15:00 | Coronado Tennis Center, 1501 Glorietta Boulevard, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Impact Activities, in partnership with PAWS of Coronado, is hosting a special doubles tennis mixer at the Coronado Tennis Center on Sunday, Feb. 23, from noon to 3 pm. A $45 donation is required to play, and the event is free to attend. All proceeds will benefit PAWS of Coronado, which will be onsite with adoptable animals looking for their forever homes. You can register to play by visiting the PAWS of Coronado donation page or by scanning the QR code.

Register by donating here.

Mystery Book Club: "Silence of the Grave"
2025-02-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Public Library’s Mystery Book club will meet regularly on the third Monday of each month. Receive reminder emails about our meeting by registering below. Registration is not required.
*Due to the holiday this month, we will be meeting on the fourth Monday of the month.*
We will be discussing Silence of the Grave by Arnaldur Indriðason. Check out the book in print or ebook format from the Coronado Library Catalog by clicking here.

FOCUS Fundraiser - Do Good with Chipotle
2025-02-25 17:00 - 21:00 | Chipotle, 1360 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Friends of Children United Society (FOCUS) is a non-profit based in Coronado that partners with other non-profits that assist children in need.
This year, for the first time, FOCUS started an internship program with Coronado High School students and already has 14 interns. The FOCUS interns are running a fundraiser through Coronado Chipotle on Tuesday, February 25 from 5 to 9 pm, where 25% of all sales will go to the intern program if people mention FOCUS with their order.
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Best of the Best: "Brown Girl Dreaming" by Jacqueline Woodson
2025-02-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Public Library’s Best of the Best Book Club meets regularly on the fourth Wednesday of each month to discuss books that have won major awards. Receive reminder emails about our meeting by registering below. Registration is not required.

For our February meeting, we will discuss the 2014 Newberry Honor winner Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson, a powerful memoir that tells the moving story of her childhood in mesmerizing verse.
Place this title on hold via our online catalog, or check out the e-book through the CloudLibrary app.

About Brown Girl Dreaming
Raised in South Carolina and New York, Woodson always felt halfway home in each place. In vivid poems, she shares what it was like to grow up as an African American in the 1960s and 1970s, living with the remnants of Jim Crow and her growing awareness of the Civil Rights movement. Touching and powerful, each poem is both accessible and emotionally charged, each line a glimpse into a child’s soul as she searches for her place in the world. Woodson’s eloquent poetry also reflects the joy of finding her voice through writing stories, despite the fact that she struggled with reading as a child. Her love of stories inspired her and stayed with her, creating the first sparks of the gifted writer she was to become.

CSF Day of Giving
2025-02-27 | CA
On Thursday, February 27, the Coronado Schools Foundation (CSF) invites the community to come together for a powerful day of philanthropy that directly supports the educational journey of our Coronado students – the CSF Day of Giving. This 24-hour fundraising event is designed to raise much-needed funds to enhance and expand access to essential programs such as fine arts, music, coding, science labs, robotics and more within the Coronado Unified School District.
LEARN MORE HERE:
Time to Give & Win Big at the CSF Day of Giving – Feb. 27

CSF Day of Giving: A Celebration of Generosity on February 27, 2025

Behind the Pen with author Madeline Falcone Discussing "The Adoption Wound"
2025-02-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join the San Diego Writers Festival for a special behind the pen event with author and therapist Madeline Falcone, LMFT.

Falcolne will be discussing her upcoming work, “The Adoption Wound.” Over the course of her therapeutic career she has supported numerous adopted children and their families. By integrating evidence-based therapeutic approaches with her extensive experience and empathetic understanding, Madeline has become a respected expert in adoptive dynamics. Her unique blend of scientific insight, energetic awareness and straightforward communication allows her to address complex emotional dynamics with both professional rigor and deep compassion. Learn about the work and process behind it at this events.
Madeline Falcone, LMFT, is the Founder and Therapeutic Director of Falcone Institute, a psychotherapeutic and psychoeducational practice based on The Falcone Method, Madeline’s innovative and holistic approach to therapeutic care.

February Spice It Up, Coronado!
2025-02-28 14:30 - 15:30 | CA
Discover a new favorite spice or herb with Coronado Public Library! Each month, the library invites community members to explore different spices used in dishes around the world. Registrants will pick up the monthly spice/herb selection at the library, cook with it, and join other food enthusiasts to discuss what they made and their thoughts about the spice.

For the month of February, we will be sampling spice blend za’atar.
The meeting will be held, on Zoom, on Friday, February 28 at 2:30 p.m. The Zoom link will be emailed the day before we meet. Once registered, participants will receive an email about when they can pick up their sample of spice and a couple of recipes. This program is a great way to try new ingredients in your dishes and become a more confident cook in the kitchen!
See photographs and recipes from past Spice It Up, Coronado! HERE, then click on Open Access.

Disclaimer(s)
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Bay Cleanup
2025-03-01 08:00 - 10:00 | Il Fornaio, 1333 1st Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Ducks looking for food among trash in the bay on Jan. 28, 2025 / The Coronado Times
Join Emerald Keepers at 8 am on Saturday, March 1 to clean up a stretch of the bay. Meet in the Il Fornaio parking lot and look for the Emerald Keepers flag. Bring your buckets and pickers, if you have them. Emerald Keepers will have extras on hand.
See you there!

Trash in the bay along the Bayshore Bikeway near the Coronado Island Marriott on Jan. 28, 2025 / The Coronado Times

Coronado Community READ Kickoff
2025-03-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The 2025 Coronado Community READ, now in its ninth year, is a monthlong program designed to bring the community together through the shared reading of a single book. This year’s selection is The Women by Kristin Hannah.
The Community READ will kick off Saturday, March 1, with a concert by the Summer of Love Band at Coronado Public Library Park from 1 to 3 pm. The event will feature live music, a tie-dye activity, and a pet rock station.
The event is free and open to the public.
Summer of Love is the 1960s, ’70s and ’80s Rock ‘n Roll Experience. More than a band that pays tribute to a single act but a tribute to the golden age of popular music. We absolutely love what we do and it shows! Summer of Love Band begins with the 1960’s Woodstock set of music with tie-dye outfits and music to match. Our second set features the influence of the 1970’s “Disco generation” with authentic polyester-style outfits. We are here to have a good time with you and entertain your people. Light up the incense and get ready to ROCK!
Find more information on the Coronado Community READ, and the children and teen companion books HERE.
Kristin Hannah’s “The Women” is a Powerful Story With Ties To Coronado

Ethics and Artificial Intelligence
2025-03-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we live and work—but at what cost? University of San Diego’s Dr. Darby Vickers will lead a thought-provoking discussion on the ethical implications of AI, from privacy concerns to bias in algorithms and more. This engaging talk will explore how we can harness AI responsibly while balancing innovation with ethical considerations. Whether you’re an AI enthusiast or a skeptic, this event will provide valuable insights into the future of technology and its role in society.
This lecture was originally scheduled for February 27 but was postponed to March 4.

"Let’s Call Her Barbie" - A Book and Birthday Celebration
2025-03-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Did you know March 9 is Barbie’s birthday? Come celebrate the iconic doll’s 66th birthday with author Renee Rosen. Rosen’s latest novel “Let’s Call Her Barbie“ is a fresh and fun story about the invention of the doll we all know. She will talk about her inspiration for the book and more.
This event is free and open to the public. Seating is first-come, first-served, subject to availability. Limited preferred seating is available with purchase of Let’s Call Her Barbie” through Adventures by the Book. Please visit https://adventuresbythebook.com/calendar-event/renee-rosen-3-4-25/ for more information.
About Let’s Call Her Barbie
When Ruth Handler walks into the boardroom of the toy company she co-founded and pitches her idea for a doll unlike any other, she knows what she’s setting in motion. It might just take the world a moment to catch up.
In 1956, the only dolls on the market for little girls let them pretend to be mothers. Ruth’s vision for a doll shaped like a grown woman and outfitted in an enviable wardrobe will let them dream they can be anything. As Ruth assembles her team of creative rebels—head engineer Jack Ryan who hides his deepest secrets behind his genius and designers Charlotte Johnson and Stevie Klein, whose hopes and dreams rest on the success of Barbie’s fashion—she knows they’re working against a ticking clock to get this wild idea off the ground.
In the decades to come—through soaring heights and devastating personal lows, public scandals and private tensions— each of them will have to decide how tightly to hold on to their creation. Because Barbie has never been just a doll—she’s a legacy.
About Renée Rosen
Renée Rosen is the USA Today bestselling author of “Fifth Avenue Glamour Girl,” “The Social Graces,” “Park Avenue Summer,” “Windy City Blues,” “White Collar Girl,” “What the Lady Wants,” and “Dollface.” Renée lives in Chicago.

Coronado Community READ: Teen Silk Painting
2025-03-05 15:30 - 16:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Experiment with a new medium and try your hand at a traditional Asian art style, Vietnamese-Style Silk Painting, as part of this year’s Coronado Community READ.

Film Forum Coronado: "Midnight Special"
2025-03-05 18:00 - 20:45 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Public Library, in partnership with the Coronado Island Film Festival, presents FILM FORUM CORONADO, taking place the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the library’s Winn Room. Film expert Ralph DeLauro provides a brief introduction to each film and leads a discussion afterwards, often including pointers about how lighting or camera angles contribute to a scene’s mood or propel the story.
March 5: Midnight Special (2016, PG-13, 112 min)
Jeff Nichols fires the imagination in this shape-shifting, genre-defying sci-fi road movie. A father (Michael Shannon), his mysterious friend (Joel Edgerton), and his son (Jaeden Lieberher) with supernatural abilities go on the run to uncover the truth behind the special gifts, all the while pursued by shady government forces. Co-starring Adam Driver, Kirsten Dunst and Sam Shepard.

Coronado Community READ Book Discussion: "The Women"
2025-03-06 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join us for one of our book discussions focusing on The Women by Kristin Hannah. Engage with fellow readers as we explore its themes, characters, and the reasons why it was chosen as the 2025 Coronado Community READ.
Find the full Coronado Community Read 2025 program here.

Connecting Cultures with Little Saigon San Diego
2025-03-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Vietnam War saw hundreds of thousands of people leave their home and come to the United States as refugees. A great number of them came to California to build new lives, including nearly 40,000 who settled in San Diego. Today, the Vietnamese community in San Diego is strong and thriving.
In partnership with Little Saigon San Diego, this discussion-based program will highlight the local Vietnamese experience, offer an opportunity to learn from one another, celebrate diverse perspectives, and build new community relationships. Come listen, share, and connect in an open and welcoming space as we explore this rich cultural heritage and the stories that shape our community. All are welcome!
Find the full Coronado Community Read 2025 program here.
About Little Saigon San Diego
At Little Saigon San Diego, we believe social equity and racial equality can be achieved through the sense of belonging. To do this, we revitalize community infrastructure such as buildings, streets, and sidewalk, so that everyone could see their story, take ownership, and become a part of the community. We also host art and cultural events and festivals to share and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. When each of us realize that we are an equal part of a whole, we, naturally, will advocate for ourselves to achieve greater self-sufficiency and economic independence. When justice and fairness is achieved it will eliminate the motivations behind hatred, discrimination, and racism. Our community will be filled with lovingkindness, compassion, and empathy. Our works are also mission oriented toward the goal of spreading cultural awareness, building strong empathetic leadership in children, and encouraging lovingkindness in all.

Experience the Magic of Kamishibai: Paper Box Theater
2025-03-07 11:30 - 12:30 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Step into the enchanting world of Kamishibai, a traditional Japanese storytelling art, at the John D. Spreckels Center on March 7 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
Presented by the Japanese Friendship Garden, this captivating performance brings stories to life through vivid illustrations and engaging narration. Kamishibai blends oral, visual, and print storytelling, using dramatic dialogue and expressive imagery to create an immersive experience that delights audiences both emotionally and intellectually.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the rich tradition of Japanese storytelling. Join us for a magical journey through tales that inspire, entertain, and connect us across cultures!
For more information or to register, visit www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call 619-522-7343,or stop by the Spreckels Center front desk at 1019 Seventh Street.
Photo by Thor Alvis on Unsplash

Ruff Run
2025-03-08 08:00 - 10:00 | Tidelands Park, 2000 Mullinex Drive, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Calling all dogs (and their humans)!
The Ruff Run presented by Paws of Coronado is a 5K run/walk celebrating our furry friends. Come on out to Tidelands Park on Saturday, March 8 for some tail-wagging fun!
More details here

Fix It Clinic
2025-03-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Coronado Library Winn Room, 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Bring your broken electronics, appliances, computers, toys, bicycles, clothes, etc., for assessment and possible repair. The Fixit clinic provides workspace, specialty tools, and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your item. Whether we fix it or not, you’ll learn more about how it was manufactured and how it worked.
RSVP is required for item repair with the Fixit Clinic Coaches. Reserve your time slot to fix items with an RSVP today. If registration is full, you can still come as a walk-in!
Learn how to:

Fix broken appliances and gadgets
Repair road and mountain bikes
Mend your favorite outfit

Complimentary garden tool sharpening and seed planting also available at the event. UCCE Master Gardeners of San Diego County will be on site to clean and sharpen one pair of pruners or loppers for free. (Must be non-serrated, no longer than two inches and in good working condition.)
This is a free, family-friendly event: children are heartily invited!
This event is sponsored by the City of Coronado, Emerald Keepers and the Coronado Public Library.

Clothing Swap
2025-03-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
In conjunction with the free Fit It Clinic happening on March 8 at the Coronado Library, Emerald Keepers will also be hosting a Clothing Swap led by the Emerald Keepers interns.
Bring up to five pieces of gently worn clothing, clean, and in wearable condition, to swap. Sharing is caring and you may find your next favorite outfit! 👚🔄👖

Maker Monday: Memory Box
2025-03-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Memories fade, but a memory box lasts forever! Make a memory box to store all your precious treasures, pictures, and memories for years to come.

Girl Scout Gold Award Event
2025-03-11 18:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Please join the Coronado Soroptimist Club for an inspiring event on March 11 in support of two remarkable members of Coronado’s Girl Scout Troop 6136. Both scouts are pursuing their Gold Award project, the highest achievement within the Girl Scouts. This is a very time-consuming endeavor that must demonstrate leadership, address national or global issues, and create a measurable, sustainable, and positive impact. The Girl Scout Gold Award is akin to the Eagle Scout rank in Boy Scouting.
Kate Bennett and Grace Dabbieri
These impressive students will be discussing their Gold Star Award projects. Kate Bennett’s presentation will focus on adding Naloxone to your first aid kit as preparation for responding to an opioid overdose. Based on RSVP attendance, she will have Naloxone supplies available to hand out to attendees.
Blind from birth, Grace Dabbieri will be discussing all the things that blind individuals can accomplish, as well as explaining the importance of access and what living in the world of the blind entails. She will amaze you with her own personal example and also plans to provide a relevant gift for those that attend.
Soroptimist International of Coronado is part of a global volunteer organization supporting education and economic empowerment for women and girls. We are delighted to support these young women as we celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day.
Please confirm your participation as soon as possible. All attendees who rsvp will receive gift items from both speakers. The event will take place at 6:30 p.m. on March 11 in the library’s Winn Room.
You may rsvp using SignUp Genius or the QR code below.

Crafty Hour: Vietnamese Silk Painting
2025-03-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Feeling crafty? Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for arts and crafts.
For the month of March, in conjunction with the 2025 Coronado Community READ, we will be exploring the beautiful art of Vietnamese silk painting.
This program is for adults over the age of 18. Registration is not required but recommended.
Find the full Coronado Community Read 2025 program here.

EVENT FULL / Day Trip to the Richard Nixon Presidential Library & Museum
2025-03-12 09:00 - 18:00 | CA
This event is full and no waiting list is available.
Yorba Linda, California, USA – April 16, 2013: The Richard Nixon Library and Museum in Yorba Linda, California. Nixon was the 37th president of the United States, from 1969 to 1974. / iStock
Embark on a fascinating journey through American history with a charter bus trip to the Richard Nixon Presidential Library & Museum in Yorba Linda, California. Departing from the John D. Spreckels Center on March 12 at 9 AM and returning at 6 PM, this trip offers a full day of exploration and discovery.
Your ticket includes roundtrip transportation and admission to the museum, where you’ll delve into the life and legacy of President Richard Nixon. Explore engaging exhibits, walk through his childhood home, step aboard his presidential helicopter, and admire the stunning rose garden and White House East Room replica.
Cost:

$90 for Coronado residents
$100 for non-residents

Be sure to bring a lunch and wear comfortable walking shoes to make the most of this enriching experience.
For more information or to register, visit www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call or stop by the Spreckels Center front desk 619-522-7343, 1019 Seventh Street.

Coronado Democratic Club to Discuss County Initiatives at Upcoming General Meeting
2025-03-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Democratic Club invites community members to its general meeting on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. The event will feature Spencer Katz, Director of Strategic Initiatives for County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer, and will be held at the Coronado Public Library’s Winn Room, located at 640 Orange Ave.
Spencer Katz will present on “New County Initiatives, Winning Elections, and Experiences from the Trenches,” offering insights into strategic initiatives shaping governance and election strategies in San Diego County. His discussion will provide valuable perspectives on the county’s efforts and strategies for political engagement.
The event will start with a social hour at 6 PM, providing an opportunity for attendees to mingle before the meeting begins. This time is designed to foster community engagement and prepare attendees for the informative discussion that follows.
For more information, please visit: www.CoronadoDemocrats.com or contact Communications@CoronadoDemocrats.com.
The evening promises insightful dialogue and engaging discussions!

POSTPONED: Grand Caribe Shoreline Park Erosion Improvements Workshop
2025-03-13 17:00 | Coronado Cays Yacht Club, 30 Caribe Cay Boulevard, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Updated 03/12/2025: The Port of San Diego is postponing the Grand Caribe Shoreline Park erosion improvements project workshop originally scheduled for Thursday, March 13, 2025, at the Coronado Cays Yacht Club from 5 until 6:30 p.m. The decision comes out of an abundance of caution due to worsening weather forecasts that indicate heavy rainfall may result in localized flooding, which could impact access to the venue.
The Port is working to reschedule the meeting and will announce a new date and time as soon as possible.
The Port of San Diego is hosting a workshop on Thursday, March 13, to seek input on Grand Caribe Shoreline Park and erosion improvements. The Port is evaluating nature-based coastal resilience strategies to stabilize the eastern shoreline of the park, maintain public access and preserve existing habitat.
LEARN MORE HERE
Grand Caribe Shoreline Park and Coronado Cays. Courtesy photo / Port of San Diego.

Author Talk: Taylor Kiland, "Murder of the Jujube Candy Heiress"
2025-03-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
One candy heiress, two bullets, and three suspects.
Coronado rarely makes news for violent crime. But in the spring of 1975, World War II widow and retired librarian Ruth Quinn was murdered, execution-style, in her cottage. Her death sent a shock wave through the community. The granddaughter of Jujubes and Jujyfruits creator Henry Heide, Ruth was found fully clothed with her shoes on, in her bed, dead from two gunshot wounds. To this day, her murder has never been solved, but whispers about her brother, her son, and even a local petty thief still swirl.
The Coronado Historical Association, in partnership with the Coronado Public Library, is proud to host Coronado author Taylor Baldwin Kiland as she sifts through the dirt for the facts about Ruth’s life and her untimely end fifty years ago. This event will take place in the Winn Room at the Coronado Public Library on March 13, 2025 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm.
Light refreshments will be served and a book-signing will follow. This event is free and open to the public. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to availability. Preferred Seating is full. Ticket purchase/book pre-order is not required to attend the event. Pre-ordered books will be available for pickup at the event. Limited books will be available for purchase before and after the event.

Taylor Baldwin Kiland, a former naval officer, is the third generation in her family to serve in the Navy and live in Coronado, California. She is the author, coauthor or ghostwriter of more than twenty books, mostly in the military nonfiction genre and, specifically, about Vietnam prisoners-of-war and their families. She has occasionally written some children’s books, including one picture book about Coronado: Oz, Dog of the Del. Taylor lives in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, with her husband and daughter, but she visits the island about once a month to check on her dad. Murder of the Jujube Candy Heiress: A Coronado Cold Case is her first cold case murder mystery. Learn more about her at TaylorKiland.com

Candy, Coronado, and a 50-Year-Old Cold Case
