Coronado Times

Brown Bag Bites: A Chair Yoga Lunch Break
2024-10-04 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Attention chair yoga enthusiasts! Mark your calendars for a delightful gathering on Friday, October 4. Join us for Post-Chair Yoga Brown Bag Bites from 11 am to noon on the Orange Avenue Patio at the John D. Spreckels Center, located at 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado.
After your invigorating chair yoga session, treat yourself to a delicious and wholesome brown bag lunch. Enjoy a savory quiche, refreshing fruit salad, and a freshly baked muffin—all thoughtfully packed for your convenience. Quench your thirst with a choice of refreshing water or a comforting cup of coffee. It’s the perfect way to refuel and unwind.
Our casual and enjoyable lunch will be held on the charming patio, offering a delightful outdoor setting for your meal. Connect with friends, savor delicious food, and kickstart your weekend on a positive note.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to relax, socialize, and enjoy tasty bites in a lovely environment. Registration is $5 for residents and $7 for non-residents. To ensure we have enough food for everyone, please register at least 72 hours in advance. Register online at www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call (619) 522-7343, or visit the front desk of the John D. Spreckels Center at 1019 Seventh Street.

Uptown Coronado Walkabout
2024-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | CA
Join in Uptown’s first annual scavenger hunt from 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday, October 5 in the north end of Coronado’s business district. Visit each of the 16 stops on the map to be entered to win Uptown gift cards – $500, $750 and $1500 to be raffled off.
This fun, family-friendly event includes free:

Hair tinsel and braids at Salon on First
Champagne toast at Jolie (for adults)
Oil and vinegar tasting at Vom Fass
Chance to name a cat and dog at PAWS
Kids face-painting and bubble machine
DJ dance party for all from 1 to 2 pm

More info at @uptowncoronadowalkabout on Instagram
Scavenger Hunt, Shopping, and Raffle Prizes at Uptown Coronado Walkabout on Oct. 5

British Car Day
2024-10-06 09:00 - 14:00 | Tidelands Park, 2000 Mullinex Drive, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The annual San Diego British Car Club Council event will once again be held in Tidelands Park.
Come and check out a broad assortment of British cars and enjoy the camaraderie, the beautiful Tidelands Park location and the San Diego sun.
The event is open to the public.
Registration is closed, but it’s a free spectator event right in Coronado! Hundreds of beautiful, mostly old British cars to admire and chat with the owners/exhibitors.

Public Safety Open House
2024-10-06 11:00 - 14:00 | CA
The community is invited to join the Coronado Fire and Police Departments on Sunday, October 6 at the City’s Public Safety Open House. The event kicks off National Fire Prevention Week and takes place between 11 am and 2 pm around the main Fire Station (6th Street) and the Police Department (7th Street) on D Avenue.
Children at the Coronado Fire Station, 2007. (The Coronado Times file photo)
Meet the Coronado firefighters, beach lifeguards, and police officers and take part in activities for the whole family, including station tours and safety demonstrations.
Public Safety Open House 2006. (The Coronado Times file photo)

Crafty Hour: Papel Picado
2024-10-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Feeling crafty? Join us on the second Tuesday of every month for arts and crafts.
In the month of October, we’ll be making our own papel picado in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.
This program is for adults over the age of 18. Registration is not required but recommended.

Drop-In Monthly Chess Club for Adults
2024-10-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Library hosts open chess play on the second Thursday of every month between 3 and 5 p.m. in the Winn Room. Enjoy playing chess with others, or learn to play or improve your game with help from facilitator and local chess coach Chuck McClung. Chess boards and pieces provided. Open to all adults age 18 and older.
Chuck McClung is a lifelong chess enthusiast and played in his first chess tournament over 40 years ago. He works as a consultant for the Mountain Lake Chess Camp, the oldest chess-teaching company in San Diego. Chuck is also the current Category C World Champion on the website chessworld.net.

Autumn Concert Series: Josh Weinstein
2024-10-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Library’s Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 6 to October 25. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On October 11 we welcome Josh Weinstein on piano performing all the hits, both contemporary and classical.

Josh Weinstein is a working composer, arranger, producer, and pianist/organist/keyboard player originally from New York. His 2008 album “Love & Alcohol” received airplay on nearly 300 stations worldwide, CMJ charted, and was licensed by MTV. His previous album “Brooklyn Is Sinking” appeared on “Best of 2006” lists at both WFUV and npr.org.
Josh is active as both a sideman and featured performer in nightclubs, concert stages and recording studios. He appears on albums and in videos for artists in multiple genres, with mainstage appearances at festivals and show venues worldwide and an active freelance schedule of several hundred dates per year.
When he’s not performing or recording, he teaches college courses on American popular music, Western classical music, and a variety of World Music practices. He also maintains a full private teaching studio out of his San Diego home.

Register to receive reminder emails only for this event. Registration is not required.

Emerald C Gallery Farewell Event
2024-10-11 17:00 - 20:00 | Emerald C Gallery, 1331 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, United States
On Friday, October 11, Emerald C Gallery will host an End of an Era party open to the community from 5pm to 8pm with live music by Ron’s Garage Band. It’s planned to be an unforgettable evening of art, music, and community.

Emerald C Gallery continues its Wine & Paint nights, art, jazz, and conversation with the Coronado community through November 1. Until closing, all goods will be sold at a discounted rate (30%-50% off).
Emerald C: A place not only to buy art, but also to create it

Movie in the Park: "Wreck-It Ralph"
2024-10-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Free Movie Night at Spreckels Park!
Gather your family and friends for a delightful evening of cinematic fun at our second annual “Movies in the Park” event! On October 12, we invite you to enjoy a family-friendly film in the iconic Spreckels Park, starting at 7 p.m.

This year’s movie night features the heartwarming and adventurous film “Wreck-It Ralph” (PG), the perfect film for all ages! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and popcorn to create the ultimate movie-watching experience.
Important Reminders:

Bring Your Own Seating: Feel free to bring blankets or lawn chairs for comfortable seating.
Pets: Spreckels Park does not allow pets leashed or unleashed.

This community event is made possible by the City of Coronado’s Recreation & Golf Services. For more information about the event, please contact Coronado Parks and Beaches at 619-964-6646 or email pbc@coronado.ca.us.
Come make memories with your loved ones under the stars and enjoy a night of movie magic in the great outdoors. We can’t wait to see you there!

Bulky Trash Pick-Up, Fall Cleanup – Oct. 14-18
2024-10-14 - 2024-10-18 | CA
Autumn is a great time to clean out your home and get rid of unused bulky items taking up space. The city is providing free bulky waste collection during the week of October 14-18. The pickup will occur on residents’ regularly scheduled EDCO curbside collection day.
Residents should set out their bulky trash, such as furniture, mattresses, broken appliances, or other large items, on their regular collection day. Place items on the curb along with your regular carts by 6 am.
NOTE: Household hazardous waste will not be accepted. Those items should be brought to the household hazardous waste collection facility.

Coronado Cays HOA City Council Candidate Forum
2024-10-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Coronado Cays Yacht Club, 30 Caribe Cay Boulevard, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Cays Homeowners Association invites the community to attend a city councilmember candidate forum on October 15 from 6 to 7:30 pm at the Coronado Cays Yacht Club.
The forum will hear each of the 2024 candidates for city council answer questions about specific topics in Coronado.
This will be a moderated discussion and community members are encouraged to attend.

San Diego Shakespeare Society Staged Reading: As You Like It (Part II)
2024-10-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Every third Tuesday evening of the month at 6:30 p.m., at the Coronado Public Library, the San Diego Shakespeare Society holds FREE open readings of the plays, where all are encouraged to join and participate.

From Beans to Brew: A Coffee Lecture
2024-10-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Library Winn Room, 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Discover the fascinating world of coffee! Whether you’re a casual coffee drinker or a true aficionado, this lecture will deepen your appreciation for your daily cup. Michele Amacker of Cafe Moto will guide you through the journey of coffee, from the origins of the bean to the intricate brewing processes that create the perfect cup. Learn about different coffee varieties, brewing techniques, and the science behind flavor profiles. Plus, enjoy free samples of freshly brewed coffee!
Come for the knowledge, stay for the taste.

North Cays Park Playground Community Workshop
2024-10-16 15:00 | Coronado Cays Park, 99 Grand Caribe Causeway, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join us for a community workshop on North Cays Park playground!
The City of Coronado Recreation and Golf Services will host a community workshop to share the accessible design proposed for the replacement of the current North Cays Park Playground. Your input matters, and we’d love to hear from you!
The public is invited to attend this pop-up workshop on Wednesday, October 16 at 3 p.m. at North Cays Park. Everyone is welcome. Come share your thoughts, ask questions, and contribute to the future of this beloved space. For updates and more information, visit www.projectcoronado.org/playgrounds.
We’re excited to hear your input and hope to see you there!

FILM FORUM CORONADO: "In the Palm of Your Hand"
2024-10-16 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 6:00 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.

October 16: In the Palm of Your Hand (1951, Not Rated, 112 min, Spanish with English subtitles)
Roberto Galvadon directed this entrancingly sensuous drama of deception, seduction and murder. A fraudulent clairvoyant (Arturo de Córdova) uses the secrets of his female clients to blackmail them, while being a pawn in the higher game played by a treacherous widow (Leticia Palma).

Harvest Hoedown 2024
2024-10-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Village Elementary School, 600 6th Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Village Elementary PTO and Ashlee Hayden Photography is fixin’ to resurrect our fall fundraiser and community event, the Harvest Hoedown on October 18, 2024 at Village Elementary School, 4-7pm.

The Harvest Hoedown was put out to pasture during Covid but it is high time we bring back this town favorite for the 28th year with a big YEE-HAW! Join us for an afternoon filled with carnival games, prizes, line dancing, crafts, specialty booths, a pumpkin patch, photo booth, petting zoo, cake walk, tasty food, refreshing drinks and so much more!
This event is open to not only our Village students and families, but to the ENTIRE Coronado community. With the support of our amazing sponsors and both student and parent volunteers, we have created a fun, safe and cost considerate opportunity for you and your family to experience the magic of this community.
Get your tickets early as Early Bird pricing runs through Oct. 15 with Family Packages (admission for ENTIRE family and 30 game tickets) starting at $30 dollars. More information and a link to purchase tickets online is available at VillagePTO.org. Proceeds from this event benefit Village PTO.
So saddle up and mosey on over to Village Elementary School on Friday, October 18 from 4 to 7 pm. Western attire is encouraged. See y’all there or be square!

Dig Pink: Fundraiser for Metastatic Breast Cancer
2024-10-18 16:00 - 20:00 | Coronado High School Gym, 801 7th Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Mark your calendars for October 18 for a fun-filled evening to support a worthy cause! The Coronado High School girls volleyball teams have planned an incredible lineup to fundraise for research for women battling breast cancer. Attend any time from 4 to 8 pm in the Coronado High School gym and 7th street parking lot for a night of games, food, and community spirit.
LEARN MORE HERE:
Digging Pink: CHS Volleyball to Host Big Event for Breast Cancer Research

Paper Shred and E-Waste Event
2024-10-19 08:00 - 13:00 | City Hall North Parking Lot, 1825 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The city is sponsoring a free paper shredding and e-waste collection event on Saturday, October 19 from 8 am to 1 pm in the City Hall north parking lot located at 1825 Strand Way. This free event allows Coronado residents to safely dispose of personal documents and old, unused electronics.
Residents can bring up to two banker boxes (10” x 12” x 15”) per household for shredding on-site. Old electronics will also be collected, including TVs, computer monitors, printers, VCRs, and DVD players.
Please do not bring household hazardous waste material, appliances, or trash to this shredding event location.

Spoilers Book Club: The Mist by Stephen King
2024-10-19 14:00 - 17:45 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Spoilers Book Club
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.
Event Details

In the wake of a summer storm, terror descends…David Drayton, his son Billy, and their neighbor Brent Norton join dozens of others and head to the local grocery store to replenish supplies following a freak storm. Once there, they become trapped by a strange mist that has enveloped the town. As the confinement takes its toll on their nerves, a religious zealot, Mrs. Carmody, begins to play on their fears to convince them that this is God’s vengeance for their sins. She insists a sacrifice must be made and two groups—those for and those against—are aligned. Clearly, staying in the store may prove fatal, and the Draytons, along with store employee Ollie Weeks, Amanda Dumfries, Irene Reppler, and Dan Miller, attempt to make their escape. But what’s out there may be worse than what they left behind.
This exhilarating novella explores the horror in both the enemy you know—and the one you can only imagine.
The Mist (Rated R)
2007
2h 6m

Traffic Safety Q&A Coffee & Mingle
2024-10-25 11:00 - 11:45 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join us for a community event focused on enhancing road safety! On Friday, October 25, from 11 to 11:45 a.m., the John D. Spreckels Center will host a Traffic Safety Q&A Coffee & Mingle on the Grand Room patio.

This engaging event provides a unique opportunity to get answers to your burning questions about local traffic safety directly from the Coronado Police Department. Whether you’re curious about safe driving practices, local traffic regulations, or tips for navigating busy streets, this is your chance to gain valuable insights that can help increase safety for everyone on the road.
Knowledge is power, and staying informed can significantly impact our community’s safety. The event is free to attend, and attendees can enjoy complimentary coffee and treats while mingling with fellow residents and local law enforcement.
Everyone is welcome to join, so bring your questions and your appetite for knowledge! We look forward to seeing you there and working together to promote safer roads in Coronado.
For more information, please call 619-522-7343 or visit us at 1019 Seventh St.
Don’t miss this chance to engage with the community and enhance your traffic safety awareness!

Halloween Happening 2024
2024-10-25 15:30 - 17:30 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Get ready for some family-friendly fun at the City of Coronado Recreation and Golf Services annual “Halloween Happening” on Friday, October 25 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. “Ghouls,” “Boos” and their families are encouraged to dress in costume and head over to Spreckels Park to enjoy music, enchanting entertainment, trick-or-treating, “Spooktacular” games, jumpees, crafts, prizes, candy and activities including a Life-size Candyland game at no cost. Food and beverages will be available for purchase as well.
The fun continues across the street with a Halloween Scavenger Hunt through the Coronado Public Library at 6 p.m.
Call 619-522-7342 for details.

Bridge & Bay Garden Club: Horticultural Therapy
2024-10-28 09:15 - 11:00 | Coronado Library Winn Room, 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Discover the intricacies of Horticultural Therapy and how it’s used as therapeutic treatment and the scientific benefits.
Mattie Dufresne will share her personal journey.
Light refreshments and drinks will be available.

USIBWC San Diego Citizens Forum
2024-10-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Highlight Launch of South Bay Plant Rehabilitation and Expansion
The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) San Diego Citizens Forum board will host an in-person and virtual public meeting on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m.
USIBWC Commissioner Dr. Maria-Elena Giner, P.E., and her staff will speak about the launch of the rehabilitation and expansion of the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant. This expansion, in combination with wastewater infrastructure improvements in Mexico under Minute 328, is intended to eliminate up to 90% of untreated wastewater reaching the coast.
Joshua Hinojosa, USIBWC Program Analyst, will present an update on the Asset Management Program, outlining key phases such as assessments, resource allocations, maintenance plans, and next steps.
The public meeting will be held in person at the Coronado Community Center, Triton Room, 1845 Strand Way.
The public meeting will also be held virtually. Click here to join the meeting. If possible, it may be helpful for you to test connectivity on your own prior to the meeting by clicking on the “Join” link and ensuring your camera and microphone are functioning. Or join by phone: Call-in number +1 915-320-4718,,874056577# Phone conference ID: 874 056 577#
For those connecting via phone, the presentations will be available before the start of the meeting. Go to the USIBWC Citizens Forum page at https://www.ibwc.gov/meetings/list/ and look for the link for the San Diego Citizen Forum meeting.
If you would like to speak during the public comment period, please sign up ahead of time by contacting Frankie Pinon at frankie.pinon@ibwc.gov or 915-832-4716 by noon on October 28, 2024.

Avenue of Heroes Dedication Ceremony
2024-11-02 10:30 - 12:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The City of Coronado and the Avenue of Heroes Committee invite the community to attend a ceremony to honor the latest group of hometown military veterans or active-duty service members on Saturday, November 2 at 10:30 am in the Coronado Performing Arts Center.
The “hometown heroes” who call or have called Coronado home will be celebrated as part of the program’s 19th group. Banners for the honorees will be displayed in November through mid-May along the “Avenue of Heroes,” located along Third and Fourth Streets from Orange Avenue to Naval Air Station North Island.
The Avenue of Heroes is a military service recognition program sponsored by the City of Coronado and the Avenue of Heroes Committee. The program provides the Coronado community the opportunity to honor the many men and women who are or have lived in the city during their military careers. The program was introduced in 2014 by the City of Coronado, VFW Post 2422, the Third & Fourth Streets Neighborhood Association, and the Coronado Historical Association.
AVENUE OF HEROES CEREMONY
November 2, 2024
Doors open at 10 am
Ceremony: 10:30 am to 12 noon
Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue
Refreshments provided, golf carts available to shuttle attendees.

Cheer Showcase
2024-11-02 14:00 | Coronado High School Gym, 801 7th Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
CHS Cheer and Coronado Cheer Showcase

Cookbooks: A Culinary Journey Through Time
2024-11-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Explore the fascinating history of cookbooks and their cultural significance across different eras and regions! Registered Dietitian Lucia Canul will delve into how cookbooks not only preserve culinary traditions but also reflect broader societal changes. Discover how these volumes have shaped our understanding of food, culture, and identity, and learn about the ways in which cookbooks serve as valuable historical documents and storytelling tools. Whether you’re a food enthusiast, historian, or avid cookbook collector, this lecture offers a flavorful dive into the rich legacy of cookbooks throughout history.

About the Speaker:
Lucia Canul is a Registered Dietitian and PhD student in Global Health at San Diego State University and UC San Diego. With a background in culinary arts, fine dining, and nutrition services, Lucia focuses on bridging cultural food knowledge with modern health solutions. Her doctoral research includes developing a cookbook for an Indigenous community in Mexico, preserving traditional recipes for future generations. Lucia is passionate about using cooking as a tool for health, education, and cultural connection.

Frozen Jr.
2024-11-14 19:00, 2024-11-15 19:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join Islander Youth Theatre, CoSA Foundation and Playground Players Productions for a magical evening of singing, dancing and winter fun as our talented young performers bring the beloved Disney story, Frozen Jr, to life. More than 50 student artists from TK to eighth grade will take their musical theatre talents to the stage on Thursday, November 14 and Friday, November 15 at 7pm.
Tickets are available for purchase at this link or at the door.

LEARN MORE HERE:
Frozen Jr. Musical Set to Warm Hearts at the Coronado Performing Arts Center

CSF Gala: New York, New York
2024-11-16 17:00 - 23:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Get ready to step into the spotlight for a night of New York magic! The Coronado Schools Foundation will host its much-anticipated Annual Gala on November 16 at the Hotel del Coronado. This year, CSF is bringing the city that never sleeps right here to Coronado, embracing the theme of “New York, New York: A Night Out in the Big Apple,” all to support Coronado’s public schools.

LEARN MORE:
A New York Night to Remember: Join CSF at the Annual Gala on November 16

Mystery Book Club: "Seventeen" by Hideo Yokoyama
2024-11-18 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 3rd Monday of each month. Receive reminder emails about our meeting by registering below. Registration is not required.
We will be discussing Seventeen by Hideo Yokoyama.
