Coronado Times

Kids Eco Camp: Recycling and composting
2026-04-25 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Coronado High School Garden, Garden behind the high school stadium, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
These fun, free camps, led by Emerald Keepers high school interns and held at the Emerald Keepers High School Garden, are designed as an introduction to environmental stewardship for elementary schoolchildren. Campers will be gardening and playing games while learning about the environment.
First through fifth graders are welcome.

Strawberry Shortcake Children's Tea
2026-05-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Strawberry Shortcake is here for tea! Bring your little ones for the annual Coronado Public Library’s Children’s Tea. Enjoy a fruity photobooth, games, and snacks. Register for some fruit filled fun today. *
* PLEASE REGISTER EACH ATTENDEE (CHILDREN AND ADULTS) SEPERATELY. This helps ensure correct numbers for seats.

Youth chess tournament
2026-05-03 12:00 - 16:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Calling youth chess enthusiasts! The eightn annual Youth Chess Tournament will take place on Saturday, May 3 at the Coronado Public Library. The tournament, co-sponsored by the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Global Neighborhood Project (GNP), welcomes chess players from the ages of 8 to 18 to showcase their skills and passion for chess. Not only can youth showcase their skills and passion for chess, but they will also have an opportunity to meet Chess Grandmaster Vasif Durarbayli. The GNP is a nonprofit organization that partners with neighborhoods around the world to connect people and cultures.
There is no charge to players who want to participate in the event. The free event will run from 12 to 4:30 p.m. Interested participants can register online through the Coronado Public Library’s website at cplevents.org.

"May the Fourth be with You" - Star Wars Day
2026-05-04 15:30 - 17:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Star Wars fans of all ages will want to mark their calendars for our May the Fourth event on, you guessed it, May 4th! Stormtroopers, bounty hunters, Sith Lords and more from the 501st Legion’s Imperial Sands Garrison will be at the Library in full regalia starting at 3:30 pm. We encourage everyone to come dressed in their favorite Star Wars attire to truly immerse yourself in the galaxy far, far away. Whether you’re a Padawan or a Jedi Master, this all-ages intergalactic gathering will be full of fun.
Visit cplevents.org for more information. This program is free to attend thanks to the support of the Friends of the Coronado Public Library.
Image courtesy of Coronado Public Library

Coronado Junior Arts League presents a family-friendly adventure with "The Jungle Book"
2026-05-23 14:00 | Coronado Playhouse, 1835 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
On Saturday, May 23 (at 2 pm and 6 pm) and Sunday, May 24 (2 pm) at the Coronado Playhouse, the young actors of the Coronado Junior Arts League are hosting a performance of “The Jungle Book.” This energetic, heart-filled adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s classic story follows the journey of a young boy raised by wolves in the Indian jungle. The show is a celebration of belonging, friendship, and our connection to nature presented through music, movement, and colorful characters that the whole family can enjoy.
The 30 youth, ages 8-16, performance reminds us that belonging, found family, and our shared connection to nature tie us all to the same jungle. “The Jungle Book” tickets can be purchased at https://cur8.com/25844/project/138248.
Questions: call 619-522-7342.

"The Jungle Book"
2026-05-23 18:00, 2026-05-24 14:00 | Coronado Playhouse, 1835 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States

"The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition"
2026-06-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The CoSA Foundation and Playground Players Productions will present The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition with Islander Youth Theater on June 1 and 2.
“We are thrilled to bring this beloved classic back to the Coronado stage for the first time in 10 years while also celebrating Playground Players Productions’ 10-year anniversary in Coronado,” said Stephanie Nurding, Production Manager-Playground Players Productions and CoSA Foundation Board Member.
The show promises a magical evening of singing, dancing, and fun as the talented young performers bring the timeless journey to Oz to life. Performances will take place at the Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Ave, on Monday, June 1 and Tuesday, June 2 at 7 p.m.
Tickets are available in advance at CoSAFoundation.org, or at the door the night of.

A cast of 28 TK-first grade students in the Junior Show Choir (pictured above) will perform a special medley prior to the main production which stars 71 students in grades two through eight. This family-friendly production is geared to audiences of all ages.
