Coronado Times

Summer on the Strand: Rad Hatter Upcycled Crafting
2025-07-30 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Silver Strand Youth Center, 1302 Leyte Road, Coronado, 92118, United States
Join us this Summer on the Strand! The Coronado Public Library, in collaboration with the Silver Strand Youth Center, will be hosting exciting events for all ages every Wednesday at 9:30 am all summer long! Kids, teens, and adults can sign up for our Summer Reading Program at these events, log their reads, and pick up their prizes while enjoying a different fun-filled event each week. These events will take place outside, so pack your sunscreen and a blanket to sit on and enjoy. * Please note that public restrooms are not available at this location.
This program is made possible thanks to the support of the Friends of the Coronado Public Library.

Come craft with us! This week, the Rad Hatter will be here with all the materials you need to create your own upcycled hat creation! The Rad Bag Hats are handmade from paper grocery bags and recycled materials. You’ll step up to the Hat Bar to decorate your festive memento using embellishments including ribbon, glitter, feathers, beads, recycled items, and so much more. Entertaining and engaging, the process of making Rad Hats is just as fun as what happens next: wearing them! Be sure you have a camera ready for the priceless pictures. The magic of Rad Hats lasts long after the party is over.

A Wild Encounter in Coronado – Up Close with Exotic Animals
2025-07-30 12:00 | Nautilus Room, Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Wild creatures are coming to Coronado! Enter the mysterious world of the rainforest—without leaving town! On Wednesday, July 30 at noon, the Coronado Community Center’s Nautilus Room becomes the gateway to Wild Wonders, an unforgettable wildlife experience. Watch in awe as captivating creatures from South America emerge from the shadows—Think a slinking boa constrictor, a wide-eyed kinkajou, or even a curious armadillo. This free event invites animal lovers of all ages to meet these exotic animals up close, guided by the knowledge and passion of a seasoned animal biologist. Let your wild side roam!

Foamy Fun with Dynamite Dave
2025-08-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Dynamite Dave is back again for some foamy fun! Enjoy the end of summer with some non-toxic and hypoallergenic foam! For the third year in a row the library invites you and your family for this fun event. Bathing suits highly recommended, goggles suggested but not necessary!

Drive In Movie: Tangled
2025-08-05 15:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
“When the kingdom’s most wanted bandit is taken hostage by Rapunzel — a teen with 70 feet of golden hair who’s looking to escape the tower where she’s been locked away for years — the unlikely duo sets off on a hair-raising escapade.” *
Rating: PG Runtime: 1 hour 40 minutes
Summers are for drive in movies! Design your own car, grab some snacks, and watch Tangled with your friends from the comfort of your own car.
* Summary from Disney Plus

Summer on the Strand: Storytelling with Aunt Li-Anne
2025-08-06 09:30 - 10:30 | Silver Strand Youth Center, 1302 Leyte Road, Coronado, 92118, United States
Join us this Summer on the Strand! The Coronado Public Library, in collaboration with the Silver Strand Youth Center, will be hosting exciting events for all ages every Wednesday at 9:30 am all summer long. Kids, teens, and adults can sign up for our Summer Reading Program at these events, log their reads, and pick up their prizes while enjoying a different fun-filled event each week. These events will take place outside, so pack your sunscreen and a blanket to sit on and enjoy. * Please note that public restrooms are not available at this location.
This program is made possible thanks to the support of the Friends of the Coronado Public Library.

Come hear Professional Storyteller Aunt Li-Anne enchant your imagination with “Around the World with Stories: Tales of Kids and Critters from other countries.” Embark on thrilling adventures to Mexico, Europe, and Asia, where captivating tales of children and curious critters await. Aunt Li-Anne weaves magic with her vibrant narratives, bringing to life the rich cultures and traditions of distant lands. Spark your child’s curiosity and foster a love for global storytelling. Don’t miss this unforgettable journey!

Mad Science Show – Up Up and Away
2025-08-06 12:00 | Nautilus Room, Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Get ready to defy gravity and explore the invisible forces all around us. Mad Science – Up Up and Away is a FREE interactive science show that will blow your mind as you discover the principles of air and pressure. From giant wind bags to vortex generators—and even a real hovercraft—you’ll see science come alive in the most amazing ways.
Join us Wednesday, August 6 at noon at the Coronado Community Center’s Nautilus Room. Open to all ages and completely free.

Musical Storytime Takeover with Ralph's World
2025-08-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Get ready for a fun filled morning of music with Ralph’s World at this special Baby Storytime takeover. Perfect for littles (and their bigger siblings) to enjoy musical favorites and interactive fun.
Baby storytime will resume as normal the following week.

H2A Dance Team Auditions
2025-08-16 10:00 - 13:00 | 1005 C Avenue, 1005 C Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Auditions for the H2A dance teams are being held on Saturday, August 16 with different times for the various age groups. Visit https://forms.gle/cCFBdvt5hXM9Xk8RA to register.

Coronado Community Center Celebrates 20 Years
2025-08-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Community Center is throwing a party—and you’re invited! Join us Sunday, August 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. as we celebrate two decades of community, connection, and countless memories at the Coronado Community Center.
Get ready to explore every corner of the building at 1845 Strand Way, where something exciting for all ages will be happening in almost every room. The fun begins at 11 a.m. with an official ribbon cutting. Enjoy hands-on crafts, carnival games, a cooking station, and interactive dance and fitness demos. Feeling adventurous? Test your skills at inflatable archery or on the climbing wall and try your luck at basketball free throws or corn hole.
Make a splash at the Aquatics Center, home to a massive inflatable obstacle course, water exercise classes, lap swim, family swim, and classic deck games.
The celebration doesn’t stop there: enjoy a treasure hunt, spin the prize wheel, get your face painted, and refuel with free pizza, drinks, and party cupcakes.
Admission is free, however space is limited. Pre-registration is required and includes general entry, goodie bag, and food. Please note additional sign-ups are required for select activities. Reserve your spot now and help us celebrate 20 amazing years of this lively, active community hub.

Musical Storytime Takeover with Nightingale Music
2025-09-23 11:00 - 11:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Enjoy a special storytime takeover by Nightingale Music! We’ll play with lollipop drums, rainbow scarves, tambourines, maracas and more. Marvin the Monkey will come by and teach us the major scale and we’ll learn to stomp and dance like the elephants in the jungle! We’ll pop bubbles to the beat and have a guitar time sing-a-long! Nightingale Music classes bring out your child’s natural ability for music and create a relaxed, playful environment for learning, so don’t miss the fun Friday, September 23 at 11:00am.
Toddler storytime will resume as normal after this fun takeover.

Public Safety Open House
2025-10-05 11:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Fire Department, 1001 Sixth Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The community is invited to join the Coronado Fire and Police Departments on Sunday, October 5 at their Public Safety Open House. The free 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.
Meet the city’s firefighters, police officers, and beach lifeguards and learn how they protect the community. The public can take part in activities for the whole family, including station tours and safety demonstrations.

Fun-filled classes for kids on CUSD holiday
2025-10-13 | Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
There’s no school on Monday, October 13 and Coronado Recreation has you covered. Exciting and fun-filled classes will be offered for kids of all ages to make the most of the CUSD school holiday.
For the littlest learners, the Tiny Monsters Halloween Workshop (ages 3–5 with a parent) is a festive morning filled with crafts, cooking, and spooky sensory play — costumes welcome! Older kids can join the Monster Mash Up (ages 6–11), where they’ll get messy with slime, make creepy treats, and enjoy eerie games and contests. Teens ages 11–15 can take part in the Youth Babysitter Training Class to learn real-life childcare and emergency skills while building confidence to start their own babysitting business. There’s also Music Playground (ages 3-5) or the Little Music Lab (ages 6–9) — two free, hands-on music classes where kids explore instruments, rhythm, and ensemble fun, no experience needed.
All classes are held on Monday, October 13, and space is limited. Preregistration required at coronado.ca.us/register or call 619-522-7342.

Tiny Monsters (with parents)
2025-10-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Club Room, 1985 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Looking for a sweet (and spooky!) way to celebrate Halloween with your little one? Our Tiny Monsters with Parents workshop is the perfect festive morning of fun for kids ages 3–5 and their grown-ups.
Enjoy Halloween crafts, cooking, sensory play, and a mini party — costumes welcome! Join us Monday, October 13, from 10–11:30 a.m. in the Club Room at Glorietta Bay.
Don’t miss out — register today at coronado.ca.us/register or call 619-522-7342.
Direct registration link: https://bit.ly/TinyMonstersWorkshop

Strega Nonna Pasta Party
2025-10-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Strega Nonna turns 50 this year, so we are throwing her a pasta party! Complete with a reading of the beloved children’s book Strega Nonna, a magic pasta pot, and pasta for all!

Free Pumpkin Painting Activity at the Ferry Landing
2025-10-21 15:30 - 17:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate the season with an afternoon of festive family fun! On Tuesday, Oct. 21, from 3:30 to 5:00 pm, the Coronado Farmers Market and Coronado Recreation and Golf Services Department are hosting a free pumpkin painting event for children ages 12 and under at the scenic Coronado Ferry Landing (201 First Street).
This outdoor gathering is the perfect chance for kids to express their creativity, enjoy the fall spirit, and take home a hand-painted pumpkin. No registration is needed — just drop in and join the fun. Create special Halloween memories with your little ones that you’ll cherish for years to come.
For more information, please call 619-522-7342.

Halloween Happening 2025
2025-10-24 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, Oct. 24 from 3:30 to 5:30 pm. “Ghouls,” “Boos,” and their families are encouraged to dress in costume and head 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.
Call 619-522-7342 for more details.
The fun continues across the street at the Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave., with “The Scooby Doo Halloween Mystery” at 6 pm.

Scooby Doo Halloween Mystery
2025-10-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Solve the Mystery of the Library Ghost with Scooby Doo and the Gang! A ghost has trapped the Mystery Gang inside the library’s books — can you crack the clues and set them free? Wander through the stacks, uncover hidden hints, and match each character to their story at this special after hours library event. Recommended for ages 5+
This program is made possible by the Friends of the Coronado Public Library.

Musical Halloween Storytime Takeover with Nightingale Music
2025-10-28 11:00 - 11:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Enjoy a special Halloween storytime takeover by Nightingale Music! We’ll play with lollipop drums, rainbow scarves, tambourines, maracas and more. Marvin the Monkey will come by and teach us the major scale and we’ll learn to stomp and dance like the elephants in the jungle. We’ll pop bubbles to the beat and have a guitar time sing-a-long. Nightingale Music classes bring out your child’s natural ability for music and creates a relaxed, playful environment for learning, so don’t miss the fun Tuesday, October 28 at 11 am.
Toddler storytime will resume as normal after this fun takeover.

Howl-o-ween at PAWS
2025-10-31 10:00 - 14:00 | PAWS of Coronado, 1395 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join PAWS of Coronado on Halloween for spooky fun and adorable memories.
Come dressed in your best costume — humans and animals welcome!
📸 We’ll snap your photo in costume
🍬 Grab a treat on October 31 from 10 am – 2 pm
🏠 Take a photo home
All for a suggested donation of $10
Proceeds benefit the animals in our care.

Mainstreet Goes Ghostly
2025-10-31 15:00 - 17:30 | CA
Costumes on, candy bags ready! Join the Halloween fun as local businesses hand out goodies to hundreds of trick-or-treaters during this annual Coronado tradition on Halloween afternoon between 3 and 5:30 pm.
​​Coronado MainStreet will have a cauldron in Rotary Plaza to collect coupons for a drawing of their Coronado Currency gift certificate program. Coupons will be on fliers sent home with Coronado children at each school.

“A Very Special Christmas Tree” Performance
2025-11-05 19:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Two performances of “A Very Special Christmas Tree” will take place on Nov. 5 — a 12:30 pm show for elementary students and a 7 pm show for the community. The narrator is Coronado High School Principal Karin Mellina.
This show is written expressly for children and is 45-50 minutes in length. Performers are students in a dance class through the CHS physical education department, and most have not danced prior to this class; what progress they’ve made in their dancing and commitment to provide a community service and mentorship for younger students.
Because of some wonderful donors, this performance is FREE and is guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit.
A Very Special Christmas Tree
Deep in the forest where the fairies dwell, a little pine tree grows among her lush and lofty neighbors. Her branches droop, her needles are sparse, and every other tree towers above her. Her greatest wish is to grow taller and stronger, so she will be chosen to stand in a special place for the Christmas season.
After every other tree finds a glorious home for the holiday, the little tree is disappointed to find where she has been taken.
But with the help of a kind man and a wise angel, the little tree discovers the true spirit of Christmas and that her greatest wish has come true.

Lil Pilgrim’s Party brings Thanksgiving fun on a day off school
2025-11-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Club Room, 1985 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Looking for something fun to do on your child’s day off from school? Join us for the Lil Pilgrim’s Party (with parents), a special Thanksgiving celebration for little ones age 3-5 and their favorite adults.
Together you’ll enjoy cooking holiday treats, singing songs, listening to stories, and playing festive games — all in the spirit of gratitude and togetherness. Don’t miss this heartwarming morning of fun on Monday, Nov. 10, from 10–11:30 a.m. at the Club Room Room in Glorietta Bay Park. Register now at coronado.ca.us/register or call 619-522-7342. Also, Check out the FREE Preschool Spanish Rhyme Time Class, right before from 9:00-9:40 am at the community center.
Direct Link: https://bit.ly/LilPilgrimsParty

Turkey Time Fun: A gobble-worthy day of games and treats
2025-11-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Club Room, 1985 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Looking for a fun way to keep your little turkeys busy on their day off from school on Nov. 10? Join us for Turkey Time Fun, a Thanksgiving celebration that welcomes all young friends ages 6–11. They’ll spend the afternoon playing Turkey-themed games, making T-riffic Slime, munching on Thanksgiving treats, and competing in T-Day tournaments.
Our little chefs and champions will cook, compete, and cheer their way through this festive holiday event. Don’t miss out on the fun on Monday, Nov. 10, from 1 to 2:30 pm at the Club Room in Glorietta Bay Park. Register now at coronado.ca.us/register or call 619-522-7342.
Also, Check out the FREE Spanish Adventures for Kids Class, right before from 11:45 am to 12:40 pm at the community center.
Direct Link: https://bit.ly/TurkeyTimeFun

Sculpt A Turkey
2025-11-17 15:30 - 17:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Come play with some clay! This bimonthly program provides two chances to create a work of art using quick dry clay. This month, Ms. Wendy will be guiding you in creating a turkey.*
* This program is geared towards kids ages 7 and up. Kids under 7 will require additional parental assistance and may find the class challenging.
There is a 10 minute window for arrival. If you do not arrive within 10 minutes of the program starting, your spot may be given away based on demand.

Musical Storytime Takeover with Nightingale Music
2025-11-18 11:00 - 11:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Enjoy a special storytime takeover by Nightingale Music! We’ll play with lollipop drums, rainbow scarves, tambourines, maracas and more. Marvin the Monkey will come by and teach us the major scale and we’ll learn to stomp and dance like the elephants in the jungle. We’ll pop bubbles to the beat and have a guitar time sing-a-long. For ages 0-5 and their favorite adult.
Nightingale Music classes bring out your child’s natural ability for music and creates a relaxed, playful environment for learning, so don’t miss the fun Tuesday, November 18 at 11 am.
Toddler storytime will resume as normal after this fun takeover.

"Aladdin Jr." with Islander Youth Theater
2025-11-19 19:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
CoSA Foundation and Playground Players Productions presents Aladdin Jr. with Islander Youth Theater.
Join us for a magical evening filled with singing, dancing, and fun as our talented young performers bring this beloved story to life. The show will take place at the Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Ave. on Wednesday, Nov. 19 and Thursday, Nov. 20 at 7 pm.
Tickets are available at CoSAFoundation.org or at the door.
The cast is composed of 20 TK-1st grade students in the Junior show choir performing a medley prior to the cast of 50 students in 2nd-8th grade (pictured above) performing the main show. It’s family-friendly and great for audiences of all ages.
Ticket link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aladdin-jr-with-islander-youth-theater-tickets-1744769836549?aff=oddtdtcreator

"Aladdin Jr." with Islander Youth Theater
2025-11-20 19:00 | CA

Play Fairy: Creative Play for Kids
2025-11-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Come enjoy a magical free play zone at the Library. The Play Fairy will create an open-ended play land for children of all ages. Children are invited to experience the joys and complexities of life through play in a safe environment. Using loose parts to encourage deep exploration, children are guided by their own curiosity as they play, build, and create freely. This unstructured play supports confidence, socialization, and pure imagination.

Musical Storytime Takeover with Ralph's World
2025-11-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Get ready for a fun filled morning of music with Ralph’s World at this special Storytime takeover. Perfect for littles (and their bigger siblings) to enjoy musical favorites and interactive fun.
Preschool storytime will resume as normal the following week.

Happy Thanksgiving Charlie Brown!
2025-11-25 15:00 - 16:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Good Grief! It’s time for Thanksgiving with Charlie Brown! Enjoy the feature film It’s Thanksgiving, Charlie Brown! with the traditional Peanut’s thanksgiving feast and a craft.
