Coronado Times

"Hands on a Hardbody"
2022-09-04 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Coronado Playhouse, 1835 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
“Hands on a Hardbody” runs September 2nd through 25th, Thursday-Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 2pm.
Coronado Playhouse is driving off into the summer sunset with the unique and fun musical, Hands on a Hardbody! Bringing a little bit of the Lone Star State to the West Coast, this country and soulful production will have the audience clapping their hands, even if the contestants – actors – can’t.
For ten hard-luck Texans, a new lease on life is so close they can touch it. Under a scorching sun for days on end, armed with nothing but hope, humor and ambition, contestants fight to keep at least one hand on a brand-new truck in order to win it. In the hilarious, hard-fought contest, only one winner can drive away with the American Dream. Inspired by the true events of the acclaimed 1997 documentary which was adapted into a musical commissioned by La Jolla Playhouse.
Community Spotlight Partner
Coronado Playhouse is committed to giving back to the local community beyond quality entertainment and using its public platform to help those in need. During the run, the Playhouse’s community spotlight partner is the San Diego chapter of Survivors of Suicide Loss (SOSL). SOSL reaches out to and supports people who have lost a loved one to suicide. It is devastating and confusing to lose a spouse, a child, a sibling, a relative, a friend to suicide, and they are here to help people cope with the aftermath of such a loss. They provide support services that offer hope, comfort, and healing to those in grief from suicide loss and we promote suicide awareness and prevention. To donate or learn more about their services, visit: www.soslsd.org.

The cast features: Andra Caston, Diego, Jamie Feinstein, David Janisch, Gabriela Jentzsch, Jay Keener-Welsch, Connor Kinzer, Cheryl Livingston, Emerson McMurtry, Eric Peterson, Fatima Pimienta, Lee Price, Vivian V. Schmitz, James Tarbert, and Kyle Winnick.
The production team includes: Teri Brown (Director), Jerrica Ignacio (Musical Director), Patrick Mayuyu (Choreographer), Rebecca Leigh (Producer), Patrick O’Connor (Assistant Director), Christopher T. Miller (Assistant Musical Director, Gabriela Jentzsch (Dance Captain), Dani Ucman (Stage Manager), Bob Brum (Scenic Designer), Bertha Tsai (Costume Designer), Pam Everett (Prop Designer), Jared Jacobs (Lighting Designer), Carla Nell (Sound Designer), Jesamyn Golding (Lighting Operator), Vanessa Provencio (Sound Operator), Bob Brum (Master Carpenter), Bob Brum, Karl Bunker, Dale Goodman, Barron Henzel, Stan Soth (Set Construction), Barron Henzel (Charge Artist), Thomas Fitzpatrick, Barron Henzel (Set Painting).

To learn more about ticket prices and discounts, or sponsorships, contact the box office at 619-435-4856 or go to our website at CoronadoPlayhouse.org.

Ferry Landing Weekend Concert Series
2022-09-25 14:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-02 14:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-09 14:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-16 14:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-23 14:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-30 14:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-06 14:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Free weekend concert series! Join us from 2 to 5 pm by the Ferry Pier for an afternoon of great entertainment and a beautiful view.
We invite you to come and enjoy the array of local music talent. This weekend’s schedule is in the image above.
Ferry Landing restaurants are open for dining.
Don’t forget to share your pics on Instagram using #coronadoferrylanding

Autumn Concert Series featuring Eric Brelsford
2022-09-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join the Library for our Autumn Concert Series on Fridays from September 2 to October 28. Each concert will begin at 1 pm in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance.

This week’s performance by classical pianist Eric Brelsford will feature pieces by Schumann, Liszt, Chopin, and Rachmaninoff.

Eric Brelsford has appeared on concert stages since 10 years of age. His training in classical performance is extensive and spans the globe. Eric decided to depart from the concert scene after completing his undergraduate studies at the Cleveland Institute of Music. Since then, his personal life and musical/artistic journey (being one and the same) have flourished. Eric’s artistic philosophy is: as in music, so in life. sometimes vice versa.
Eric’s arrival on the San Diego recital scene began a few years ago with a foray into various piano “meetup” groups using the ‘meetup’ app on his smartphone.
From there, he participated and received accolades for his three days of performance presentations at the Conrad in La Jolla during the San Diego Int’l Piano Competition for Amateurs (2019). Eric immediately withdrew from the recital scene again, to consider deeply the next steps of his journey. He will share the results with his performance at the Coronado Public Library.

Endless Summer Sidewalk Sale
2022-10-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Shop deals and enjoy entertainment on Orange Ave, thanks to Coronado MainStreet!

Adam Wolff Perspective: a Jazz Concert
2022-10-02 15:00 - 16:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join the library for an afternoon of music by the Adam Wolff Perspective. Spend your Sunday afternoon listening to standards, exciting Latin grooves, original compositions, and a couple of musical surprises.
This concert will take place in Library Park, so bring a chair or blanket or you can use ours!
In case of inclement weather this concert will be moved into the Winn Room.

AWP-THE ADAM WOLFF PERSPECTIVE
Adam Wolff grew up in New York State, travelling back and forth frequently from New York City to the upstate area. He lived in Manhattan during the 1980s, and received a music degree from L.I.U. while performing and teaching in the New York area. His musical interests encompass jazz, classical, pop/rock and world music. He currently performs around the San Diego area with a variety of groups. He enjoys putting his own take on tunes that are not traditionally thought of as “jazz.”
Dave Millard is a unique instrumentalist, with the ability to play fluently on almost any instrument he picks up. He currently counts flute, guitar, cello, saxophone and percussion as his “main” instruments (!). Adam and Dave first met in 1978, when Dave was playing the shakuhachi (a Japanese bamboo flute) in an impromptu concert on the beach. They have been playing together since then, in many different group configurations.
Dave Marr is a stellar musician and bassist; he studied at the Berklee School of Music and played gigs for many years in New York, Chicago, Europe, South America, and the San Diego area. Charles McPherson, the local saxophone legend, included Dave in many performances. His particular love in music is that special era of jazz from the mid-’50s to the late ’60s, when so many of our country’s jazz masters were at their peak.
Barry Farrar comes from a musical family in San Diego- his father, Barry Farrar Senior, had a big band for many years in the area that included many outstanding players. Barry followed his father into jazz, and has played with many of San Diego’s finest musicians, as well as fronting his own groups. The earthy swinging grooves of Art Blakey are just one of his important inspirations.
Collectively, this quartet boasts well over 150 years of jazz performances. It would be hard to calculate how many gigs this represents! (Free CD to the person providing the best estimate.)

San Diego Writers Festival
2022-10-08 09:00 - 18:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Public Library will host the fourth annual San Diego Writers Festival live on the campus of the Library and Coronado High School on October 8 from 9 am to 6 pm. There will be author appearances and signings as well as panels on writing topics. Admission is free.
This year’s theme is What Unites Us and will offer writers and readers a series of workshops, panels and lectures. Notable authors include Shilpi Somaya Gowda, Naomi Hirahara, Joe Ide, Qian Julie Wang, Aimee Bender, Maile Maloy, Anastasia Zadeik, Lucy Crawford, Adalyn Grace, Jennifer Coburn, and Chris Baron. Among the writing and publishing panels are “How to Write a Bestselling Mystery,” a workshop with playwright Levy Lee Simon, and “Developing a Book Publishing Plan.”
There’s also a full slate of programs for kids, like story time, an art class, balloon-twisting and face-painting.
Food and beverages will be available for sale.
For more information about the festival, please visit sandiegowritersfestival.com.

Coronado Philharmonia Presents "Around the World"
2022-10-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado’s premier chamber orchestra will present a music concert featuring “Around the World” music from the last 400 years. From Bach to modern composers, the string orchestra will delight you with their magical performance.
Buy tickets here: https://www.thecoronadophilharmonia.org/event-details/

Public Safety Open House 2022
2022-10-09 11:00 - 15:00 | Fire Department Headquaters, 1001 Sixth Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
It’s the 28th annual City of Coronado Public Safety Open House.
Meet Coronado’s finest public safety personnel!
Find fire, lifeguard, and police displays, police department tours, air ambulance, fire prevention and public safety information, music, food, a coloring contest*, rock climbing wall and other kids’ activities.
* The coloring contest is for children from kindergarten through fifth grade. Entries must be returned to the Fire Department Headquarters by Open House day at 11:30am. Winners will be announced at 1pm.
Download PDF flyer for the event HERE.

CoSA Presents "Cry-Baby, The Musical"
2022-10-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado School of the Arts presents “Cry-Baby” as its fall musical. Dates were moved back a week to Oct. 28,29,30 and Nov. 4 & 5.
Buy tickets here.
Read more about the production:
CoSA’s “Cry Baby” Opens Oct. 28: A Comedic Tale of Class-Crossed Lovers Set to Leave Audiences Crying Tears of Laughter

Coronado Cornhole Classic 2022
2022-10-23 09:00 - 16:00 | Coronado Yacht Club, 1631 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
It’s time to throw some sacks! Help raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis foundation and crown some new champs!
After a mega-hiatus, it’s time for the 4th Annual Coronado Cornhole Classic benefitting The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Help us raise funds for a great cause, enjoy waterfront views at Coronado Yacht Club, throwing bags, enjoying adult beverages and fun in the sun.
Tournament registration will include your team spot in the double elimination tournament, access to VIP keg, lunch, charity raffles, and a shot at some great prizes!

Halloween Happening at Spreckels Park
2022-10-28 15:30 - 17:30 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Recreation & Golf Services, Coronado Public Library and Coronado Cultural Arts Commission have joined forces to bring the community a special “Halloween Happening” on Friday, Oct. 28. This year, there will be fun for all ages at various locations around Coronado.
“Ghouls,” “Boos” and their families are encouraged to dress in costume and head over to Spreckels Park at 3:30 to enjoy festive music, enchanting entertainment, thrilling trick-or-treating, “Spooktacular” games, crafts, prizes, candy and activities at no cost. Food and beverages will be available for purchase as well.
This free event ends at 5:30 pm, just in time to head across the street for more fun. For more information on the Spreckels Park activities, contact 619-522-7342.
No matter where you go, wear a Halloween costume and come out for a hauntingly good time! Happy Halloween from the City of Coronado!
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Halloween Boo Bash at the Coronado Island Marriott
2022-10-28 16:00 - 20:00 | Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa, 2000 2nd St, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Halloween is a thrilling time of year, and there’s no better place to celebrate than at Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa. Our Halloween Weekend event is packed with fun for the whole family, including three spooky mazes, trick or treating, and more. The Mummy Mayhem maze is perfect for little ones, while the Witches Garden and Zombie Land mazes are sure to thrill older children and adults alike. And no Halloween celebration would be complete without plenty of candy, so be sure to visit our Trick or Treat stations throughout the resort. Join us for a Halloween weekend perfect for making memories that will last a lifetime.

Halloween Bash (21+)
2022-10-28 18:00 - 20:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Recreation & Golf Services, Coronado Public Library and Coronado Cultural Arts Commission have joined forces to bring the community a special “Halloween Happening” on Friday, Oct. 28. This year, there will be fun for all ages at various locations around Coronado.
You don’t have to be a kid to have some fun on Halloween. We invite all costumed or non-costumed adults (21+) to celebrate the spooky season by attending the Halloween Bash at the Spreckels Center. DJ Marshall will be playing groovy hits from the 1960s and ‘70s for all to enjoy. There will be a mini monster cake walk and winners will receive a “Nothing Bundt Cake” prize. Appetizers and refreshments will be available, and a cash bar will be open for spirits. Costumes are not required but they are a lot of fun to see! To purchase a ticket or find out more details, call 619-522-7343 or email spreckelscenter@coronado.ca.us.
No matter where you go, wear a Halloween costume and come out for a hauntingly good time! Happy Halloween from the City of Coronado!
RELATED:
Halloween Happening in Coronado – Friday, October 28

Howl-O-Ween
2022-10-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
IT’S SO FUN IT’S SCARY!
Pet parents across San Diego are invited to dress up their pets and register them for our HOWL-O-WEEN costume contest. PAWS is hosting this red carpet event on Saturday, October 29th from 1 to 4 pm. Event will be taking place at the Compass Rose at the Coronado Ferry Landing.
Prizes will be awarded for the best small animal (under 35 lbs.), large animal, and Owner & Pet. There will be special guest judges, music, spooktackular silent auction items, and more! This is fun for all ages as we give our pet friends their time to shine this HOWL-O-WEEN.
100% of proceeds go directly to animal care.

PAWS asks that all animal participants be comfortable in large group settings and around other animals. Animals must also be held on a non-retractable leash at all times and up to date on all vaccines. PAWS Community Clinics offer low-cost vaccines available by appointment only at www.pawsofcoronado.org/paws-clinic/.
For more information visit our website @ https://pawsofcoronado.org/newsandevents/.
Follow @pawsofcoronado @howloween22 on social media.
Interested in donating, becoming a sponsor, or volunteering at the event contact Jennifer Stein @ Jennifer.Stein@pawsofcoronado.org.

Trick or Treat by the Bay at HalLOEWSween
2022-10-29 18:00 - 22:00 | Loews Coronado Bay Resort, 4000 Coronado Bay Rd, Coronado, CA, United States
Join us for the first annual HalLOEWSween event at Loews Coronado Bay Resort
An epic seaside trick-or-treat trail, spooky cocktails, classic movies, and characters galore.
Saturday, October 29th | 6:00-10:00 PM
Free entry, candy and a movie for the little monsters.
Nightmarish cocktails for purchase – at your own risk.

Coronado Island Film Festival 2022
2022-11-09 | Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Island, a place that has long served as home away from home to Hollywood’s finest since the golden era of film, continues to uphold and celebrate its chic charm and rich cinematic history even today. The Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) is proud to be a part of the Island’s movie magic legacy and is back for its 7th year with a five day event running November 9-13, 2022.
The festival, returning as a fully in-person event, has curated a slate of immersive programming including studio and independent films, engaging panels, parties, and of course the premiere event, the Leonard Maltin Industry Tribute Awards Gala, hosted in the Hotel del Coronado’s iconic Crown Room, all of which thread together a wonderful celebration of the art and science of cinematic storytelling.
LEARN MORE:
The Coronado Island Film Festival Announces 2022 Program Slate
