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SUMMARY:Navy League/MOAA Dinner Meeting
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL NAVY LEAGUE/MOAA MEMBERS AND FRIENDS \nJoin us in welcoming Retired U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Robert Thomas as guest speaker at our Navy League/MOAA Dinner Meeting on Monday\, August 11\, at the Coronado Yacht Club (CYC). Cocktail hour begins at 5:30\, followed by a lovely buffet dinner and fascinating update on the trilateral security partnership between Australia\, the United Kingdom\, and United States (AUKUS)\, to promote a free\, peaceful\, and stable Indo-Pacific. \nVADM Thomas’ extensive 38-year naval career included numerous assignments on fast-attack submarines and senior-level positions in the Fleet and the Pentagon. His final operational tour was in command of the U.S. 7th Fleet (C7F) in Yokosuka\, Japan\, in 2013-15; he later retired as Director of the Navy Staff in 2017. VADM Thomas currently serves as a Senior Research Fellow with the University of California’s Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation and full-time faculty member at UC San Diego’s Graduate School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS). \nRSVP\nTo attend this great event\, please RSVP to Coronado Navy League President Joyce Murphy\, via email (Joyce.Hage.Murphy@gmail.com) or text (757-642-5881)\, by Friday\, August 8; then purchase your $40 dinner ticket at the door. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/navy-league-moaa-dinner-meeting/
LOCATION:Coronado Yacht Club\, 1631 Strand Way\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,food and drink,lecture,meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250814T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250814T120000
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SUMMARY:History of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Once home to the notorious Stingaree district\, San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter has transformed from a rowdy red-light zone into a vibrant\, historic hub of culture\, architecture\, and commerce. Join the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation as they trace the area’s evolution—from its Wild West beginnings and waterfront vice to its Victorian revival and present-day status as a National Historic District. Discover the stories behind the brick sidewalks\, gas lamps\, and preserved buildings that now shape one of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods. \n\nThe Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation (GQHF) is dedicated to preserving the architecture\, culture and history of the Gaslamp Quarter\, a 16 ½-block area designated as a historic district and listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1979. \nThrough museum exhibits\, tours\, festivals and educational programs for children and adults\, the GQHF opens a window to the past by depicting the historical development of downtown San Diego since 1850. \nThe Foundation operates from the oldest standing residence in the Gaslamp Quarter\, the Davis-Horton House Museum\, a repository of artifacts\, photos and archives that we preserve for residents and visitors from around the world to enjoy. \nFounded in 1981 as a nonprofit corporation and recognized by the IRS as a 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt entity\, the Foundation is led by an active Board of Directors that provides vision and leadership\, sets policy and oversees the organization’s financial health. A professional staff led by an Executive Director carries out board policies and  manages the day-to-day operations of the Foundation and the Museum.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/history-of-san-diegos-gaslamp-quarter-lecture/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,education,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
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SUMMARY:Wine & Lecture: It's Not Your Grandfather's AI
DESCRIPTION:CORRECTION:  This listing was incorrectly put on the calendar for Aug. 28. We apologize for the error. The event took place on Aug. 21. \n\n \nJoin us for our first Wine & Lecture of the season! The Coronado Historical Association will host long-time Coronado resident Captain George Galdorisi (U.S. Navy – retired)\, who will talk about AI-technologies and their impact on our daily lives. \nHave you ever wondered about how we arrived where we are with AI today? It goes back further than most people think. Join us Thursday\, August 21 at 5:30 pm. \nTickets are available now\nMember ($15 each)\nNon-Member ($20 each) \nImportant Registration Information: Capacity is limited and reservations are required. No walk-ins will be admitted. \nIf you have any questions\, please email info@coronadohistory.org or call 619-435-7242. \nAbout George Galdorisi\n  \nCaptain George Galdorisi (U.S. Navy – retired) is a career naval aviator and national security professional. During his 30-year career\, he had four tours in command and served as a carrier strike group chief of staff. Additionally\, he led the U.S. delegation for military-to-military talks with the Chinese Navy. He is Director of Strategic Assessments and Technical Futures at the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific. \nHe is the author of seventeen books\, including four consecutive New York Times bestsellers. He is co-editor of the U.S. Naval Institute book: AI At War: How Big Data\, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Are Changing Naval Warfare. His most recent book is Algorithms and Armageddon: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Future Wars. His most recent novel\, Fire and Ice\, is eerily prescient\, as it foresaw Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/wine-lecture-its-not-your-grandfathers-ai-it-goes-back-further-than-that/
LOCATION:1000 Orange Ave\, 1000 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250826T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20250818T192442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T215601Z
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SUMMARY:Who's Afraid of Intelligent Tools?: Autonomous Systems\, Guardian Angel Systems\, and the Dangers of Cognitive Offloading
DESCRIPTION:As artificial intelligence and autonomous systems increasingly permeate our daily lives\, we face new questions about trust\, dependence\, and the erosion of critical thinking. University of San Diego’s Dr. Darby Vickers explores the the psychological and ethical consequences of offloading human judgment to machines.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/whos-afraid-of-intelligent-tools-autonomous-systems-guardian-angel-systems-and-the-dangers-of-cognitive-offloading/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20250827T215225Z
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SUMMARY:Back to School: Stress Management Presentation for Parents
DESCRIPTION:The back-to-school season can be just as stressful for parents as it is for kids. From new routines and earlier bedtimes to homework and creating distraction-free study spaces\, the transition can feel overwhelming. \nTo help parents navigate this busy time\, Sharp Coronado Hospital will present a practical guide to managing back-to-school stress on Thursday\, September 11\, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Coronado Community Center. \nAs a bonus\, children ages 5–12 can enjoy supervised activities in a separate community center classroom from 4:45–6:15 p.m.\, giving parents the chance to fully focus on the presentation. \nAdvance registration is required (Presentation #4533) at coronado.ca.us or at 619-522-7342. Direct Link: bit.ly/SharpParentEvent \n 
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/back-to-school-stress-management-presentation-for-parents-2/
LOCATION:Coronado Community Center\, 1845 Strand Way\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:lecture,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
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SUMMARY:Armchair Travel: Journey Through the Canadian Rockies
DESCRIPTION:September’s Armchair Travel will be held on Wednesday\, September 17. Presented by Stan Thorne and Brenda Jones\, the program will take you on a breathtaking journey through the Canadian Rockies aboard the luxurious and world-famous Rocky Mountaineer. \nSit back and enjoy a scenic excursion featuring towering peaks\, turquoise lakes\, and cascading waterfalls—all from the comfort of the John D. Spreckels Center. Learn about the region’s rich history\, incredible wildlife\, and the unforgettable experience of traveling by rail with world-class amenities. This is truly a “Bucket List” adventure you won’t want to miss. \nJoin us at the John D. Spreckels Center. 1019 Seventh Street. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the presentation begins at 6:30 p.m. Pricing varies based on residency and senior discount. \nRegister today at coronado.ca.us/civicrec or call 619-522-7343.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/armchair-travel-journey-through-the-canadian-rockies-2/
LOCATION:John D. Spreckels Center\, 1019 Seventh Street\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,entertainment,lecture,travel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250918T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
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SUMMARY:Wine & Lecture: Navy Nurse Corps
DESCRIPTION:The Coronado Historical Association welcomes Captain Nancy Owen (ret.) for the next installment of the Fall 2025 Wine & Lecture Series. Captain Owen will be speaking on the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps. \nNurses have served in the Navy since 1908 in a variety of duty stations\, stateside and overseas\, on board hospital ships\, aircraft carriers\, as flight nurses\, on rapidly deployable medical and surgical teams\, in fleet hospitals\, in the White House\, and even in Yosemite National Park. Captain Owen will share experiences from her surprise and unique deployment to Zagreb\, Croatia\, as part of Fleet Hospital SIX in support of Operation Provide Promise in 1994. \nJoin us on Thursday\, September 18\, at 5:30 pm for a wine & cheese reception followed by the lecture from 6 to 7 pm. \nTickets are available now\nMember ($15.00 each)\nNon-Member ($20.00 each) \nImportant Registration Information: Capacity is limited and reservations are required. No walk-ins will be admitted. \nIf you have any questions\, please email info@coronadohistory.org or call 619-435-7242. \n  \n \nAbout the Speaker: \nCaptain Nancy Owen received her Diploma in Nursing from Saint Joseph Hospital School of Nursing\, Lancaster\, Pennsylvania in 1972.  In 1982 she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of San Diego\, and in 1990 a Master of Science Degree in Critical Care Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania. \nShe joined the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps in 1972 during the Vietnam era and served for nearly twenty-five years in a variety of assignments stateside and overseas including a tour at the former U.S. Naval Hospital\, Subic Bay\, Republic of the Philippines.  From March to August 1994\, Captain Owen served as Director\, Nursing Services\, U.S. Fleet Hospital\, Zagreb\, Croatia\, a 60 bed tent hospital on the tarmac of the Zagreb airport.  She was one of 150 medical personnel from Fleet Hospital SIX who deployed in March 1994 in support of OPERATION PROVIDE PROMISE and over 40\,000 United Nations Protection Forces in the former Republic of Yugoslavia. \nCaptain Owen retired from the U.S. Navy in September 1997.  Her last duty station was Naval Medical Center San Diego\, where she served as Special Assistant to the Commander for Patient Relations\, responsible for responding to Congressional inquiries and patient letters of concern and appreciation. \nCaptain Owen is a longtime member of and served as President of the Navy Nurse Corps Association of Southern California from 2000-2009. She has been the editor of their newsletter\, The Oakleaf\, for the past 15 years.   She is a member and current secretary of the California Veterans Home\, Chula Vista Support Foundation\,  Charter Member of the Women in Military Service for America Memorial Foundation\, life member of the Military Officer’s Association of America\, and life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2422. \nShe is married to Commander Wayne Owen\, Supply Corps\, USN (retired).  They have an adult son\, Paul. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/wine-lecture-navy-nurse-corps/
LOCATION:1000 Orange Ave\, 1000 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,education,history,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20250904T041813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T041923Z
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SUMMARY:Join Bridge & Bay Garden Club for a lecture on home landscaping design
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bridge & Bay Garden Club as Kris Madsen from Terra Bella Nursery talks about landscaping ideas for your home. \n \nSocial time will begin at 9:15 am with the program to follow at 9:30 am.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/bridge-bay-garden-club-2/
LOCATION:Coronado Library Winn Room\, 640 Orange Avenue\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:lecture,meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20250909T194403Z
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SUMMARY:¡Guerra! The People and Places of the US-Mexico War in San Diego Lecture
DESCRIPTION:In December 1846\, the largest battle of the US-Mexico War in California occurred about 30 miles north of Old Town\, in the San Pasqual Valley near today’s San Diego Zoo Safari Park. American and Mexican forces struggled for control of Alta California and the battle paved the way to the eventual Mexican surrender near Los Angeles\, a month later. As part of the broader war from 1846 to 1848\, the action near San Diego secured control of Upper California for the United States and ensured its inclusion as part of the land ceded to the United States by Mexico in 1848 under the terms of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. 175 years ago\, in 1850\, California became the 31st state. \n\nDavid Miller received his PhD from the University of California\, San Diego in 2007. His research focus is the social and cultural history of the nineteenth-century United States. \nDavid has been with USD since 2005\, offering a range of upper and lower-division courses including The Civil War and Reconstruction\, The Civil War and Reconstruction in Popular Culture\, US Immigration History\, California History\, A History of Race and San Diego\, US History to 1877\, and Race and Ethnicity in the American Experience. Miller received the 2017 Faculty Award for Exceptional Teaching\, the 2019 Center for Educational Excellence “Best Attendance” award\, and in 2020 the Center for Catholic Thought and Culture travel grant to explore the history of immigration in San Francisco and New York City from a Catholic perspective. He is the History Department’s internship program coordinator. \nDavid also serves as the co-editor of The Journal of San Diego History\, a joint venture with the San Diego History Center\, and can be found on any given day out and about exploring our city.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/guerra-the-people-and-places-of-the-us-mexico-war-in-san-diego-lecture/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,education,history,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20250818T193920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T005708Z
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SUMMARY:Wine & Lecture: Zaragoza Tijuana
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coronado Historical Association for a presentation exploring the hidden history and little-known stories of Tijuana. As part of the Fall 2025 Wine & Lecture Series\, CHA welcomes Professors César Martín Acosta García\, Luis Carlos López\, and Diego Silverio Saavedra Lara\, all Faculty Members of Humanities and Social Sciences at the Autonomous University of Baja California. Their program\, Zaragoza Tijuana\, offers a compelling look at the city’s historic downtown and its lasting impact on the cultural identity and historical evolution of the U.S.-Mexico border region. \nJoin us on Thursday\, October 16\, at 5:30 pm for a wine & cheese reception followed by the lecture from 6 to 7 pm. \nTickets are available now \nMember ($15.00 each) \nNon-Member ($20.00 each) \nImportant Registration Information: Capacity is limited and reservations are required. No walk-ins will be admitted. \nIf you have any questions\, please email info@coronadohistory.org or call 619-435-7242.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/wine-lecture-zaragoza-tijuana/
LOCATION:1000 Orange Ave\, 1000 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,education,history,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251003T004110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T004110Z
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SUMMARY:AI in Higher Education: Navigating Our Future with Critical\, Ethical\, and Human-Centered AI Literacy
DESCRIPTION:In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more prominent in higher education\, it’s essential to develop AI literacy\, which is the ability to understand\, use\, monitor\, and critically reflect on AI applications. This skill isn’t just a technical one; it’s a vital extension of the critical thinking we already teach\, like evaluating information and understanding authority. \nThis presentation will take a compassionate and human-centered approach\, moving past “AI shaming” to encourage thoughtful engagement with these new tools. The discussion will cover the critical ethical and environmental issues tied to AI\, including bias and inequality\, social justice\, concerns about privacy and data use\, and touch on the environmental impact of AI technologies. \nThe session will also present a framework for how higher ed can incorporate these competencies into curricula\, showing how librarians and educators are well-equipped to guide these conversations. By linking AI literacy to established information literacy principles\, we help our campus communities navigate the intricate world of AI ethically\, responsibly\, and effectively. \nAbout the Speakers:  \nLucy Campbell (MLIS) is a Senior Assistant Librarian at SDSU\, serving as Electronic and Continuing Resources Librarian since 2023. With over 15 years experience as an academic librarian\, she has a broad research portfolio that includes work in UX\, discovery systems\, digital resource management\, and qualitative methods including metadata practices\, and student research engagement. \nKeven Jeffery (MLIS) is a Librarian at SDSU\, serving as Digital Technologies Librarian since 2007. Keven brings technical and infrastructure capability\, particularly in programming\, digital systems\, API integrations\, and technological innovation. His responsibilities include investigating and implementing emerging digital technologies and applications for the university library. \nSarah Tribelhorn (MS\, MMLIS)\, is a Senior Assistant Librarian at SDSU\, serving as the Sciences and Sustainability Librarian since 2022. Sarah has been instrumental in leading sustainability initiatives in the University Library\, and increased campus and community engagement in sustainability projects\, AI literacy\, and citizen science programming
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/ai-in-higher-education-navigating-our-future-with-critical-ethical-and-human-centered-ai-literacy/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,education,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251003T003400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T231109Z
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SUMMARY:Eco-Talk: Earth-Friendly Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:Join Emerald Keepers for a panel conversation about earth-friendly landscaping. \nLearn how to create a sustainable garden with native and water-wise plants. A panel of experts\, moderated by Leslie Crawford\, will discuss the benefits of using native plants\, garden design styles and inspiration\, and strategies for rainwater capture and retention. \nTime will be allotted for questions. \nThe free event will include light appetizers\, beer and wine. \nRegister here. \nContact events@emeraldkeepers.org if you have questions or need more information.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/eco-talk-earth-friendly-landscaping/
LOCATION:John D. Spreckels Center\, 1019 Seventh Street\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,education,lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Keepers":MAILTO:info@emeraldkeepers.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251020T200942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T200942Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Headlines with Andrew Keatts at Coronado Democratic Club meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Coronado Democratic Club invites the community to its October evening meeting featuring Andrew Keatts\, one of San Diego’s most respected journalists. \nKeatts has been a distinguished voice in San Diego journalism for 15 years. He began\nhis career with The Daily Transcript\, later became an investigative reporter and\nmanaging editor at Voice of San Diego\, and most recently co-founded Axios San Diego.\nIn 2018\, he was named Journalist of the Year by the San Diego Society of\nProfessional Journalists. A graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University\, he lives in Golden Hill\nwith his wife and two young sons. \nKeatts will share insights from his years covering San Diego’s civic life and discuss\nstories that highlight collaboration\, progress\, and optimism about the region’s future. \nDoors open at 5:30 PM for a half-hour social; program begins at 6 PM.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/behind-the-headlines-with-andrew-keatts-at-coronado-democratic-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Winn Room\, Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:lecture,meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T091500
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251016T033955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T033955Z
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SUMMARY:Bridge & Bay Garden Club: Low and Behold
DESCRIPTION:Moving beyond tall\, imposing centerpieces\, the BBGC will demonstrate how to design eye-level and below florals to enhance any tablescape. Come watch BBGC members Nancy Baldwin and June Meehan show off their floral skills. \nSocial time will begin at 9:15 am and the program will follow at 9:30 am.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/bridge-bay-garden-club-low-and-behold/
LOCATION:Winn Room\, Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,lecture,meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20250918T173130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T173130Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening Reception & Lecture: Bitter Sweet with Kitty Morse
DESCRIPTION:CHA is proud to announce the opening of its newest WWII exhibit. In honor of this exhibit\, join us Thursday\, November 6\, for an exhibit opening reception and lecture featuring author Kitty Morse. Kitty will discuss her new book\, Bitter Sweet: A Wartime Journal and Heirloom Recipes from Occupied France. This book was written after she discovered her great-grandfather’s journal chronicling the advance of the Germans in Le Grand Est (Alsace-Lorraine) between April and December 1940\, and two notebooks filled with recipes written in her great-grandmother’s hand in a suitcase left to her by her mother. Bitter Sweet takes place in and around her mother’s birthplace\, Châlons-sur-Marne (now Châlons-en-Champagne). Blanche Lévy-Neymarck\, Morse’s maternal great-grandmother\, died at Auschwitz in 1944 along with one of her daughters and her son-in-law. Blanche’s husband Prosper\, an army surgeon in WWI\, was twice the recipient of the Légion d’Honneur. This book is not just the story of a family torn apart by war\, but it also features 70 unique recipes that show the rich history of a family. \nOn Thursday\, November 6\, a wine & cheese reception at 5:30 pm will be followed by the lecture from 6 to 7 pm. \nTickets are available now  \nMember ($15.00 each)\nNon-Member ($20.00 each) \nImportant Registration Information: Capacity is limited and reservations are required. No walk-ins will be admitted. \nIf you have any questions\, please email info@coronadohistory.org or call 619-435-7242. \n  \n \nAbout the Speaker: Award-winning author Kitty Morse was born in Casablanca\, Morocco\, to a French mother and a British father. She emigrated to the United States at the age of 17. While studying for her master’s degree at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee\, Kitty catered Moroccan diffas\, or banquets\, and went on to teach the intricacies of Moroccan cuisine in cooking schools and department stores nationwide. In June 2002\, she conducted a Culinary Concert on Moroccan culture and cuisine hosted by Julia Child\, as a benefit for the Harry Bell Foundation of the International Association of Culinary Professionals. Kitty’s books have been translated into French\, German\, Polish\, and Czech. In 1984 (and for the next 25 years) she initiated annual gastronomic tours to Morocco that included culinary demonstrations in her family home\, a Moorish riad south of Casablanca. Her monthly e-newsletter\, The Kasbah Chronicles\, in French and in English\, is now in its 12th year of circulation.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/exhibit-opening-reception-lecture-bitter-sweet-with-kitty-morse/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:education,entertainment,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20250818T194141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T194141Z
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SUMMARY:Wine & Lecture: Historic Districts 101
DESCRIPTION:What makes a neighborhood historic—and why does it matter? \nJoin us for an engaging evening exploring the ins and outs of historic districts. From quaint main streets to architecturally significant neighborhoods\, historic districts help communities preserve character\, foster civic pride\, and encourage thoughtful stewardship through tools like the Mills Act and the California Historical Building Code. \nThis lecture will also highlight Coronado’s own historic preservation program\, including how to create historic districts\, how property owners can benefit from designation\, and what recent updates to the municipal code mean for Coronado’s future. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of the steps involved in creating a historic district in their own neighborhood. \nWhether you’re a homeowner\, longtime resident\, preservation enthusiast\, or simply curious about how communities protect their past\, this talk will offer practical insights and local perspective. \nJoin us on Thursday\, November 13\, at 5:30 pm for a wine & cheese reception followed by the lecture from 6 to 7 pm. \nTickets are available now \nMember ($15.00 each) \nNon-Member ($20.00 each) \nImportant Registration Information: Capacity is limited and reservations are required. No walk-ins will be admitted. \nIf you have any questions\, please email info@coronadohistory.org or call (619) 435-7242.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/wine-lecture-historic-districts-101/
LOCATION:Coronado Historical Association\, 1100 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,education,history,lecture
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SUMMARY:Crown Garden Club meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Crown Garden Club’s general meeting is on Thursday\, November 20\, in the Winn Room at the Coronado Public Library. \nThe social hour is at 9:30 am\, the meeting begins at 10 am\, and the Guest Speaker is at 10:30 am. \nThe Club’s November speaker is floral designer Kathy Taylor de Murillo who will be sharing ideas for holiday floral design. Kathy is a lifelong Southern California girl who moved to San Diego 40 years ago. She joined Bonita Valley Garden Club and began taking floral design classes. She has taught floral design classes for the San Diego Floral Association and has made floral demonstrations at schools\, libraries\, and garden clubs around the county. A graduate of the rigorous Flower Show Judges School\, Kathy has judged numerous flower shows throughout the state including the Coronado Flower Show. \nThe meeting is open to the public.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/crown-garden-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Winn Room\, Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:lecture,meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251101T173801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T040703Z
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SUMMARY:Coping with grief during the holidays\, in-person virtual presentation
DESCRIPTION:The John D. Spreckels Center is partnering with Sharp Coronado Hospital to offer a free\, live virtual presentation: Coping with Grief During the Holidays. \nGrief can feel especially heavy during the holiday season. This compassionate discussion\, led by experienced medical professionals from Sharp Coronado Hospital\, will explore healthy ways to understand\, navigate\, and cope with loss during this time of year. \nThis program is part of Sharp Coronado Hospital’s ongoing series of quality health presentations\, created in response to community feedback. \nTo register or learn more\, visit www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec\, call 619-522-7343\, or stop by the Spreckels Center in person. \n 
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/coping-with-grief-during-the-holidays-in-person-virtual-presentation/
LOCATION:John D. Spreckels Center\, 1019 Seventh Street\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251118T002800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T002800Z
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SUMMARY:Coronado Democratic Club November general meeting featuring Dr. Allison Gill
DESCRIPTION:The Coronado Democratic Club welcomes members and guests to its November general meeting on Saturday\, November 22\, in the Winn Room at the Coronado Library. Doors open at 10:30 am for a brief social\, and the program will begin at 11 am. \nWe are pleased to feature Dr. Allison Gill as our guest speaker. A Navy Veteran\, comedian\, and the award-winning podcaster behind the popular MSW Media network\, Dr. Gill brings sharp insight and engaging commentary to today’s political landscape. Known by many through her online presence as “Mueller\, She Wrote\,” she blends humor\, depth\, and clarity in a way that resonates with audiences nationwide. \nAbout the Speaker\nDr. Gill served in the U.S. Navy and later became known for her advocacy work\, including her appearance in the Oscar-nominated documentary The Invisible War\, which helped spotlight the issue of military sexual trauma. She went on to earn her doctorate and has been a strong national voice on government accountability\, public service\, and veterans’ issues. \nFollowing her federal service\, Dr. Gill launched the MSW Media podcast network\, which now produces several award-winning shows focused on news\, politics\, and justice. Her work has established her as a trusted commentator with a uniquely compelling blend of expertise and humor. \nThe Coronado Democratic Club is proud to host Dr. Gill for what promises to be an insightful and energizing program. \n 
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/coronado-democratic-club-november-general-meeting-featuring-dr-allison-gill/
LOCATION:Winn Room\, Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:lecture,meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251124T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251124T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251111T032040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T185815Z
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SUMMARY:Edible Landscapes with Chuck McClung
DESCRIPTION:The Bridge and Bay Garden Club presents Chuck McClung speaking on edible landscapes. Chuck is a talented botanist and author. Six of his books will be given away.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/edible-landscapes-with-chuck-mcclung/
LOCATION:Winn Room\, Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:lecture,meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251114T222709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T222709Z
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SUMMARY:Inside the Hanoi Hilton: The Story of POW Doug Hegdahl
DESCRIPTION:The Coronado Public Library and Historical Association invites you to a virtual event on Wednesday\, Dec. 3 as Marc Leepson\, the author of the best-selling book\, The Unlikely War Hero: A Vietnam War POW’s Story of Courage and Resilience in the Hanoi Hilton\, discusses the amazing Vietnam War story of Doug Hegdahl\, the youngest and lowest-ranking POW captured in North Vietnam and held in Hanoi. \nThis event will take place via Zoom. Register through the “Register Now” button below to receive the Zoom link for this event. \nRegister Now \n“What a strange\, fascinating\, and ultimately powerful account of one man’s endurance of life as a POW during the American war in Vietnam . . . This book\, I believe\, will stand the test of time as one of the finest nonfiction narratives to emerge from the Vietnam War.” —Tim O’Brien\, author of The Things They Carried\n \n \nJournalist and historian Marc Leepson is the author of eleven books\, including four biographies: What So Proudly We Hailed: Francis Scott Key\, A Life; Lafayette: Idealist General; The Ballad of the Green Beret; and The Unlikely War Hero. A former staff writer for Congressional Quarterly in Washington\, D.C.\, he written for many newspapers and magazines\, and the Encyclopedia Britannic\, and has been interviewed many times on radio and television\, including on The Today Show\, Discovery Channel\, The History Channel\, All Things Considered\, Morning Edition\, and The BBC NewsHour. He is Senior Writer\, Arts Editor and columnist for The VVA Veteran\, the magazine published by Vietnam Veterans of America\, and taught U.S. history at Laurel Ridge Community College in Warrenton\, Va. from 2008-15. \nMarc Leepson graduated from George Washington University in 1967. After serving in the U.S. Army from 1967-69\, including a year in the Vietnam War\, he received his honorable discharge and went on to earn a Master’s Degree in history from George Washington in 1971. He lives in Loudoun County\, Virginia.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/inside-the-hanoi-hilton-the-story-of-pow-doug-hegdahl/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:books,history,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251123T024333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T024449Z
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SUMMARY:Armchair Travel: Bill Altaffer\, “The World’s Most Traveled Person”
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Armchair Travel presentation on Wednesday\, Dec. 10\, features renowned world explorer Bill Altaffer\, internationally known as “The World’s Most Traveled Person.” Bill will share insights and stories from his third journey to Albania since the country’s transition to democracy. \nAlbania has become an increasingly popular destination\, appreciated for its welcoming atmosphere\, dramatic landscapes\, and rich\, complex history. Travelers can explore striking castles\, traditional towns\, and significant archaeological sites\, along with a coastline that is drawing attention as an emerging Mediterranean getaway. \nBill will also introduce us to Kosovo\, Albania’s neighboring independent state\, celebrated for its mountain scenery\, natural beauty\, and vibrant cultural life. \nThis monthly Armchair Travel program offers an engaging evening of exploration and storytelling — perfect for anyone interested in discovering new cultures and destinations. Light bites provided. Doors open at 6 pm and the presentation begins at 6:30. \nThe presentation takes place at the John D. Spreckels Center\, located at 1019 Seventh Street. To register or learn more\, visit www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec\, call 619-522-7343\, or stop by the Spreckels Center in person.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/armchair-travel-bill-altaffer-the-worlds-most-traveled-person/
LOCATION:John D. Spreckels Center\, 1019 Seventh Street\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,lecture,travel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251217T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251210T234005Z
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SUMMARY:CHS interns: America250 Project presentations
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coronado Historical Association and the Coronado Public Library for special presentations by the fall 2025 Coronado High School interns. In celebration of America’s upcoming 250th Anniversary\, the interns will share their projects\, which feature interviews with members of the Coronado High School Class of 1976. \nThis event is free and open to the public. No RSVP required. Seating is first-come\, first-served.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/chs-interns-america250-project-presentations/
LOCATION:1000 Orange Ave\, 1000 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,education,history,lecture,teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251218T190000
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CREATED:20250902T201138Z
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SUMMARY:Wine & Lecture: El Presidio de San Diego
DESCRIPTION:The Coronado Historical Association is delighted to host noted historian\, author\, and SDSU lecturer Richard Carrico for the final installment of the fall 2025 Wine & Lecture Series. Mr. Carrico will be covering the buried history of San Diego’s lost city: El Presidio Real de San Diego. Established in 1769 and abandoned by 1835\, El Presidio was the first permanent European settlement on the Pacific coast and was the base for all the Spanish missions that spread throughout California. Come explore the history and hidden remnants of this National Historic Landmark through this fascinating lecture. \nJoin us Thursday\, December 18\, at 5:30 pm for a wine & cheese reception followed by the lecture from 6 to 7 pm. \nTickets are available – Register Now  \nMember: $15 each\nNon-Member: $20 each \nImportant Registration Information: Capacity is limited and reservations are required. No walk-ins will be admitted. \nIf you have any questions\, please email info@coronadohistory.org or call 619-435-7242. \n  \nAbout the Speaker: \nRichard L. Carrico\, writer and educator\, is a U.S Army veteran. He is a lecturer in the Department of American Indian Studies at San Diego State University and lives in Warner Springs. He is a well-respected scholar\, public speaker\, and researcher who has made significant contributions to our understanding of local Native American culture. \nHis primary area of research is the Indian people of southern California and northern Mexico followed closely by the Spanish colonial period in San Diego County. Richard was recently presented with the prestigious Norman Neuerburg Award for Outstanding Contributions Towards the Study and Preservation of California’s Missions\, Presidios\, and Ranchos. \nIn addition to more than 30 publications in professional journals\, Richard is the author of an award-winning true crime book Monsters on the Loose (2024)\, History of Wines and Wineries of San Diego County (2016); Ramona and other books including the revised Strangers in a Stolen Land: The Indians of San Diego County (2018). \nBeyond the academic realm Richard has authored historically or archaeologically based articles for the San Diego Union\, California Magazine\, Ranch and Coast Magazine\, San Diego Home & Garden\, and other popular magazines. He also has authored stand-alone chapters in four academic books. \nLEARN MORE \nArchaeologist and historian uncovers the story of San Diego’s Lost City \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/wine-lecture-el-presidio-de-san-diego/
LOCATION:Coronado Historical Association\, 1100 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:history,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251222T212612Z
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SUMMARY:The Hive of Five: Historical fiction author event
DESCRIPTION:One incredible night\, five New York Times bestselling historical fiction authors. \n \nKate Quinn (The Astral Library)\, Stephanie Dray (Becoming Madam Secretary)\, Kristina McMorris (The Girls of Good Fortune)\, Allison Pataki (It Girl)\, and Madeline Martin (The Secret Book Society) will come together to share the research\, revelations\, and hidden histories that bring their novels to life\, offering readers a rare glimpse into the past through their collective expertise. After their discussion\, a Q&A and book signing will follow. \nThis 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 the newest release of one of the authors through Adventures by the Book. Please visit https://adventuresbythebook.com/calendar-event/history-hive-1-8-26/ for more information. \n\nKate Quinn is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of historical fiction whose work spans ancient Rome\, the Italian Renaissance\, and most recently the 20th century with hits like The Alice Network\, The Huntress\, The Rose Code\, The Diamond Eye\, and The Briar Club. A native of Southern California with degrees in Classical Voice from Boston University\, she now lives in Maryland with her husband and rescue dogs. Her upcoming novel\, The Astral Library (February 2026)\, offers a fantastical adventure inviting readers into a world where books become portals to new lives and limitless possibilities. \n\nStephanie Dray is a New York Times\, Wall Street Journal\, and USA Today bestselling author known for richly researched historical novels such as The Women of Chateau Lafayette\, My Dear Hamilton\, and America’s First Daughter. Her award-winning work on the often-overlooked Founding Mothers has been translated into eight languages. Based in Maryland with her husband\, cats\, and a home full of history books\, she recently released Becoming Madam Secretary\, about trailblazing labor secretary Frances Perkins\, and will soon publish A Founding Mother\, an intimate portrait of Abigail Adams timed to the nation’s 250th anniversary. \n\nKristina McMorris is a New York Times\, Wall Street Journal\, and USA Today bestselling author of ten historical works\, including the million-copy bestseller Sold on a Monday and the international bestseller The Ways We Hide\, a top Target pick of 2022. A recipient of more than twenty national awards and a former television host who began her career at age nine\, she now divides her time between San Diego and Oregon\, where she’s raising two collegiate sons. Her latest novel\, The Girls of Good Fortune\, explores family\, identity\, and buried histories tied to Portland’s mysterious Shanghai Tunnels. \n\nAllison Pataki is a New York Times bestselling author of numerous historical novels—including Finding Margaret Fuller\, The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post\, and The Queen’s Fortune—as well as a memoir and children’s books\, with her work translated into more than 24 languages. A former news writer and producer\, she has contributed to major media outlets and appeared on national television programs. A Yale graduate and certified yoga instructor\, she lives in New York with her family. Her forthcoming novel\, It Girl (March 2026)\, chronicles the dramatic rise of America’s original “It Girl.” \n\nMadeline Martin is a New York Times and internationally bestselling author of historical fiction and romance\, including The Booklover’s Library\, The Keeper of Hidden Books\, and The Librarian Spy\, with her novels translated into more than 25 languages. Living in Florida with her family and two spoiled cats\, she credits her love of history to her upbringing as an Army brat in Germany. Her newest release\, The Secret Book Society\, a USA Today bestseller\, transports readers to Victorian London for a tale of a forbidden book club\, dangerous secrets\, and brave women defying convention.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/the-hive-of-5-historical-fiction-author-event/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:books,community,entertainment,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251230T014514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T014514Z
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SUMMARY:From Plate to Page: An evening with Jessica Secrest
DESCRIPTION:Coronado Public Library\, in partnership with Warwick’s Bookstore\, welcomes @applesauceandadhd Jessica Secrest as she discusses her new cookbook OF COURSE IT’S GOOD! on Tuesday\, January 13. \nThis event is a fundraiser for the Friends of the Coronado Public Library and a paid ticket is required to enter. Ticket options are: \n\n$10 entry only\n$31.60 for admission for one person and one copy of OF COURSE IT’S GOOD\n$39.83 for admission for two people and one copy of OF COURSE IT’S GOOD\nCheck-in starts/doors open at 6:15 pm. Please print out your tickets or have the QR code available on your phone.\nSeating is first-come\, first served.\n“With Book” ticketholders will receive a paperback copy of OF COURSE IT’S GOOD at check-in.\nAdditional books will be available for purchase at this event.\nThe Performing Arts Center is directly behind the Coronado Public Library. You can view a parking map HERE. The two lots marked “school parking lots (for select events only)” will be available.\nPurchase tickets online HERE.\n\n\nAbout the Author\nJessica Secrest is a mom\, home chef\, and the creator of the popular social media page @applesauceandadhd. \n\nAbout OF COURSE IT’S GOOD: None of the Nonsense\, All of the Flavor\nPrepare delicious meals with this no-frills\, all-flavor recipe collection from Jessica Secrest\, the wildly popular home chef known for her hostile humor and affordable recipes. Her long-awaited debut cookbook has an array of mouthwatering meals that focus on low-effort ingredients and techniques — think pre-shredded cheese\, tater tots galore\, and your handy-dandy slow cooker — so you’ll have an endless source of recipes to feed your family without wasting time or money. \nJessica’s signature style is present throughout each page\, loudly guiding you in the kitchen and reminding you that tasty cooking doesn’t always need to be done with a smile. Recipes include: \n– The BEST Baked Mac and Cheese\n– Taco Potato Tot Casserole\n– Egg Roll in a Bowl\n– Cowboy BBQ Burgers\n– Teriyaki Pork\n– Fried Pickle Quesadillas\n– Sloppy Joe Fries\n– Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip \nWhether you are looking to tackle weeknight dinner\, Sunday breakfast\, or an out-of-nowhere dessert craving\, you’ll have Jessica in your corner each step of the way\, aggressively reminding you that no matter what you create\, there’s no doubt it’ll be good.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/from-plate-to-page-an-evening-with-jessica-secrest/
LOCATION:Coronado Performing Arts Center\, 650 D Avenue\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:books,community,entertainment,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20251220T190922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T190922Z
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SUMMARY:Sharp Coronado Hospital emergency readiness presentation
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a lifesaving First Aid\, CPR\, and AED training presentation hosted by Sharp Coronado Hospital. This important seminar equips participants with essential skills to confidently respond to emergencies—because knowing what to do can make all the difference. \nPlease note that this presentation does not provide First Aid\, CPR\, or AED certification. The presentation will take place on Thursday\, Jan. 15\, from 2 to 3 pm\, and is open and free to the public. \nThe presentation will be held at the John D. Spreckels Center\, which continues its partnership with Sharp Coronado Hospital to bring quality health and medical related presentations to the community. Sharp Coronado Hospital presentations are taught by experienced medical professionals\, with topics selected based on community feedback. \nFor more information or to register call 619-522-7343\, sign up online at coronado.ca.us/civicrec or stop by the center. \nCommunity members are encouraged to attend and take advantage of this opportunity to learn practical emergency response skills from trusted medical professionals.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/sharp-coronado-hospital-emergency-readiness-presentation/
LOCATION:John D. Spreckels Center\, 1019 Seventh Street\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,health,lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20260112T211124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T211124Z
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SUMMARY:Democratic Club meeting with guest speaker Jeremy Addis-Mills
DESCRIPTION:Start the new year informed and empowered:\nSocial media training at Coronado Democratic Club’s January meeting \nThe Coronado Democratic Club invites like-minded individuals interested in constructive ways to make a difference to its first general meeting of 2026 on Saturday\, January 17\, featuring a timely and practical program on using social media as a tool for civic engagement. Doors open at 10:30 am\, with the meeting running from 11 am to 12:30 pm in the Winn Room at the Coronado Library. \nThe featured speaker\, Jeremy Addis-Mills\, is the founder of Digital Impact!\, a communications firm that helps organizations and individuals communicate more effectively online. His presentation\, “Become a Social Media Activist\,” will focus on how everyday people can use social media thoughtfully and responsibly to share information\, connect with others\, and make their voices heard on issues that matter to them. \nRather than focusing on politics as conflict\, this training emphasizes communication\, influence\, and participation — offering practical guidance on crafting messages\, engaging audiences\, and understanding why social media has become such a powerful platform for community dialogue. \nThe meeting will also include the election of club officers for 2026. \nCommunity members interested in learning how to better navigate today’s digital landscape — regardless of experience level — are encouraged to attend.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/democratic-club-meeting-with-guest-speaker-jeremy-addis-mills/
LOCATION:Coronado Library Winn Room\, 640 Orange Avenue\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,lecture,meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123357
CREATED:20260107T023117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T023117Z
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SUMMARY:An evening with Oscar nominee and author John Sayles
DESCRIPTION:Be one of the first to hear acclaimed filmmaker and two-time Oscar nominee John Sayles discuss his latest novel\, Crucible. This newest historical novel is a complex and sweeping story about Henry Ford—the Elon Musk of his day—and his attempt to rule not only an automotive empire but the rambunctious city of Detroit. It is an epic tale ranging from the 1920s through the second World War\, featuring violent labor disputes\, misbegotten jungle expeditions\, a tragic race riot\, and the Gestapo tactics of Ford’s private army. \nSayles will be in conversation with Coronado Island Film Festival Executive Director Merridee Book\, discussing the inspirations behind the book and how the novel’s characters create the tapestry of differing points of view that John Sayles has become famous for. \nA book-signing will follow. 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 Crucible through Warwick’s bookstore. Please visit www.warwicks.com/sayles-2026-reserved-seat or call the store at 858-454-0347 for more information. \n\nJohn Sayles is a much-celebrated film director who has made 18 movies\, beginning in 1980 when his debut Return of the Secaucus Seven was released. Among the other movies he is known for directing—and often writing as well—are Lianna\, Brother from Another Planet\, Matewan\, Eight Men Out\, City of Hope\, Sunshine State\, Passion Fish\, and Lone Star\, the last two of which earned him Academy Award nominations for Best Original Screenplay. He also has written screenplays for other directors\, including the iconic 1980s horror movies The Howling and Alligator. Sayles also directed three of Bruce Springsteen’s most famed music videos for the songs Born in the USA\, Glory Days and I’m on Fire. \nAs an author\, Sayles has written numerous novels and short stories since 1975\, when his first novel\, Pride of the Bimbos\, appeared. His second novel\, Union Dues\, was nominated for both the National Book Award and the National Book Critics Circle Award. Subsequent books include At the Anarchist’s Convention\, Los Gusanos\, Dillinger in Hollywood\, A Moment in the Sun\, and Yellow Earth. Sayles has been honored by\, or been guest speaker for\, such respected organizations as the American Historical Association\, the Modern Language Association\, and the American Studies Association. His screenplay for the film Sonora\, released in 2021\, won the Ariel Award\, Mexico’s equivalent to the Oscar\, for Best Adapted Screenplay. Sayles divides his time between Los Angeles and Connecticut. \nAbout the Book \nAlready the gateway for illegal Canadian liquor during Prohibition\, the Motor City becomes a crucible for American class conflict during the Great Depression\, with an army of laid off Ford workers drifting into the ranks of the burgeoning union movement—Henry Ford’s worst nightmare.  To keep the hundreds of thousands still employed by him in thrall\, the man who was formerly ‘America’s favorite tycoon’ recruits black laborers migrating from the deep South to serve as ‘strike insurance’\, and gives Harry Bennett\, pugnacious as he is diminutive\, free reign over the legion of barroom brawlers and ex-cons who make up the company’s ‘Security Department’. \nThe Model T mogul has also bought a sizable chunk of Brazil’s Amazonian rainforest\, vowing to grow his own rubber for tires\, but stubbornly refusing to include a botanist in his troop of would-be jungle tamers. As a series of biological plagues descend on the Fordlandia plantation\, the racial melting pot he has created in Detroit begins to boil over\, and not even the Sage of Dearborn can control the forces that have been unleashed. \nMerridee Book is the CEO + Artistic Director of the Coronado Island Film Festival. Before that\, she spent three years as the Vice President of Development at the San Diego International Film Festival. She has held key positions in the arts and entertainment industry\, and the non-profit sector for 30 years\, working with bestselling authors\, artists\, musicians\, filmmakers\, major studios and record labels. These relationships culminated in producing and hosting an inspirational television program\, DeeperLiving. She has held several board director positions including the Coronado School of the Arts and she currently sits on the board of the well-respected Patrons of the Prado\, a non-profit that raises funds for ten beneficiaries in Balboa Park\, the largest urban park in the U.S.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/an-evening-with-oscar-nominee-and-author-john-sayles/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:books,community,lecture
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SUMMARY:Armchair Travel: Boating on the Canadian Canals
DESCRIPTION:Sunset on the St. Lawrence Seaway\, August 1\, 2021. (The Coronado Times)\nThe John D. Spreckels Center invites the community to its monthly Armchair Travel presentation on Monday\, February 17\, beginning at 6:30 p.m. This special evening program offers a fascinating journey through Canada’s iconic waterways\, guided by seasoned travelers Sue Steven and her husband Craig Blasingame. \nBoating on the Canadian Canals\nFrom the comfort of your seat\, follow Sue and Craig as they navigate Canada’s inland waters aboard their 24-foot trawler\, traveling through the Lachine\, Rideau\, and Trent–Severn Canals\, as well as the mighty St. Lawrence Seaway. Along the way\, they share stunning visuals and firsthand stories that bring to life how these waterways shaped the history\, politics\, economy\, and natural beauty of Ontario and Quebec. As the presenters like to say—come “lock” through with us for an evening of discovery and adventure! \nRegister online at ca-coronado.civicrec.com\, call 619-522-7343\, or visit the John D. Spreckels Center\, 1019 Seventh Street. \nSpace is limited\, so early registration is encouraged. This Armchair Travel presentation promises an enriching and entertaining escape to Canada’s waterways — no passport required.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/armchair-travel-boating-on-the-canadian-canals/
LOCATION:John D. Spreckels Center\, 1019 Seventh Street\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,entertainment,lecture,travel
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