Coronado Woman's Club (CWC) Meeting
2025-04-02 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Stake Chophouse & Bar, 1309 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Woman’s Club will meet on Wednesday, April 2, 11:30 am, at Stake Chophouse & Bar. Ana Magdalena from Promises2Kids will be the speaker. Please RSVP to Barbara Gerth (barbaragerth@gmail.com) by March 28 if you are interested in the club. All welcome.

Coronado Democratic Club to Discuss Community Initiatives at General Meeting
2025-04-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Democratic Club invites community members to its general meeting on Wednesday, April 3, 2025. The event will feature an enlightening presentation by Arcela Nuñez, a dedicated educator and community organizer.
Program: Arcela Nuñez, who immigrated from Mexico at the age of twelve and overcame significant challenges to become the first in her family to attend college, will lead a discussion titled “Empowering Community Through Education.” Arcela’s journey through academia took her from UCLA to the University of Minnesota, where she earned advanced degrees in history and political science. Inspired by Paulo Freire, she co-founded Universidad Popular, an innovative organization that cultivates leadership and empowers communities through education.
Her talk will explore how education can nurture democracy and enable individuals to use their voices and power to shape their communities. Arcela began her journey of teaching and organizing in high school with MEChA, and she continues to live by the values of knowledge, community service, and civic participation that she has cherished since then.
For more information, please visit www.coronadodemocrats.com or contact communications@coronadodemocrats.com.
We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of insightful dialogue and community connection!
Social begins at 6:00 PM, meeting from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

San Diego Writers Festival
2025-04-05 09:00 - 18:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
100 Speakers – 45 Events – 1 Day. Keynotes, workshops, food vendors, live performances, prizes, and more!
Whether you’ve written several books or are just starting your journey, the San Diego Writers Festival is the perfect place to learn, connect, and grow. Join the Coronado Public Library on Saturday, April 5 from 9 am to 6 pm for this free literary event. Featuring expert-led panels on pitching to an agent, marketing your work, and making a living as a writer, you’ll learn tools to take your writing to the next level.
With keynotes by Emmy Nominated actor Ed Begley Jr., Emmy Award Winner Hank Phillipi Ryan, and NYT Bestseller Tembi Lock (along with Matthew Quirk, Lisa See, R.F. Kuang and over 100 other speakers), you won’t want to miss this event!
Events take place at the Coronado Public Library and Coronado High School.
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE

Women’s Health and Wellness Program
2025-04-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Soroptimist International of Coronado is pleased to invite the community to a program focusing on three areas of women’s health and wellness:

Understanding the Subtle Signs of Cardiovascular and Brain Health That Need Attention, presented by Christina Omiatek, MS, RN.
Connect to Your Heart, presented by Cynthia Mendolia, Sharp Coronado Hospital Healthy Living Center, National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Exercise Specialist CPT.
Effectively Managing Stress with Mindfulness, presented by Jen Ellinger, Captain USN, Retired and current Fisher House Southern California Board of Directors, Vice-President, and Military Family Support Team Lead.

Armchair Travel: The Beauty of Singapore & Bali
2025-04-16 18:30 - 20:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join seasoned traveler Gloria McCoy as she takes you on a captivating visual journey through two of Southeast Asia’s most extraordinary destinations: the vibrant city of Singapore and the serene landscapes of Bali. Discover the bustling energy of Singapore, one of the world’s wealthiest cities, and immerse yourself in the peaceful rainforests and stunning beaches of Bali. From Singapore’s iconic skyline to the lush mountains and coastlines of Bali, Gloria will share her experiences and breathtaking photographs, giving you a unique perspective on the diversity and beauty of these remarkable places.
Beach in Bali, July 2019. (The Coronado Times)
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore these cultural gems from the comfort of your seat.
Tickets:
$6 for Coronado residents, $8 for non-residents when purchased in advance—or $8 at the door.
Reserve your spot today for an inspiring evening of travel, photography, and cultural discovery! For more information or to register, visit www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call 619-522-7343, or stop by the Spreckels Center front desk at 1019 Seventh Street.

Community Health Forum on Tijuana Sewage Crisis
2025-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The status of Coronado’s beaches as of April 13. Map: www.sdbeachinfo.com
Coronado community members need to know the public health impacts of the cross-border pollution and sewage in our beach waters and our air, and how it affects our families, Navy SEALS, first responders, and people who live here. And with great progress now finally being made, what do community members need to know about the best ways to protect ourselves, how to advocate for change, how long the construction will take, and what actions our elected officials are taking to remedy this issue? How are we planning for a long-term horizon with our bi-national area growing so rapidly?
Coronado students from Stop The Sewage Club are organizing this Community Health Forum to inform our community about this pressing issue.
Speakers Include
● Congressman Scott Peters and State Representatives Tasha Boerner and Steve Padilla
● The International Boundary & Water Commission – Emily Allen, Operations Manager
● Dr. Paula Granados, PhD, SDSU’s School of Public Health Researcher
● Transboundary Pollution Coalition of Nonprofits and NGOs working on advocacy for youth and beach access
● First Responders

Grand Caribe Shoreline Park Erosion Improvements Public Workshop
2025-04-29 17:00 | Coronado Cays Yacht Club, 30 Caribe Cay Boulevard, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Port of San Diego is hosting a public workshop to discuss and gather feedback on the future of Grand Caribe Shoreline Park. The Port project team will provide a brief presentation about the shoreline’s current vulnerability to erosion and discuss concepts designed to reduce erosion, provide shoreline stability, and maintain public access with minimal impact of adjacent habitat. The workshop will take place on Tuesday, April 29 at 5 pm at the Coronado Cays Yacht Club.

Coronado Democratic Club Meeting
2025-05-10 10:30 - 12:00 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Democratic Club to Host Investigative Journalist Lorie Hearn, CCAT Team, and InclusioNado Leaders at May Meeting
The Coronado Democratic Club invites the community to its upcoming general meeting on Saturday, May 10, at the Coronado Library’s Winn Room. The meeting will feature a dual program, welcoming award-winning journalist Lorie Hearn, founder of inewsource, representatives from the Citizens Casualty Awareness Training (CCAT) team, and a brief update on the important work of InclusioNado by Marely Ramirez and Nina Smart.

Lorie Hearn — A Nieman Fellow and former senior editor at The San Diego Union-Tribune, Hearn will speak about the power of investigative journalism and the role of inewsource, the nonprofit news organization she founded in 2009. Known for holding the powerful accountable, inewsource integrates in-depth reporting with “community-powered” journalism — training and paying everyday residents to monitor public meetings and strengthen local civic engagement.
CCAT (Citizens Casualty Awareness Training) — The second part of the meeting will provide a preview of CCAT’s lifesaving emergency training program. Attendees will learn practical ways to help in a crisis, such as stopping severe bleeding, using an AED, and applying a tourniquet — tools anyone can use to help save lives while waiting for emergency responders.
InclusioNado — Marely Ramirez and Nina Smart will provide a brief update on InclusioNado’s continued advocacy for diversity, equity, and inclusion in Coronado. Their work supports creating a more inclusive and informed community through education, engagement, and allyship.

For more information, please visit CoronadoDemocrats.com or communications@coronadodemocrats.com

Bridge & Bay Garden Club Lei Making Demonstration
2025-05-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Bridge & Bay Garden Club will meet and host a lei making demonstration on Monday, May 19 from 9 to 11 am in the Winn Room at the Coronado Public Library.

Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Dinner
2025-06-09 17:30 | Coronado Yacht Club, 1631 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The MOAA meeting is scheduled for 9 June 2025 at the Coronado Yacht Club. Cocktails will begin at 5:30 pm, followed by dinner and the guest speaker.
Vice Admiral John Wade, Commander U.S. Third Fleet will be the guest speaker.
Commander U.S. Third Fleet Vice Admiral John Wade to Speak at MOAA Meeting

Coronado Democratic Club Monthly Meeting
2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Featured Speaker: Will Rodriguez-Kennedy
Topic: Standing Up for Those Who Serve
The Coronado Democratic Club invites the community to its next general meeting on Wednesday, June 25 at the Coronado Library’s Winn Room. Our featured guest will be Will Rodriguez-Kennedy, Defense and Veteran Affairs Field Representative for Congressman Scott Peters.
Rodriguez-Kennedy will speak on “Standing Up for Those Who Serve,” a look into Congressman Peters’ long-standing commitment to our military community. Representing the 50th Congressional District, Rodriguez-Kennedy works directly with servicemembers, veterans, and their families assuring they receive the federal benefits and support they’ve earned. From navigating bureaucratic systems to advocating for stronger protections and services, his work on the ground is a vital extension of Congressman Peters’ efforts in Washington.
Doors open at 6 pm for a brief social gathering, with the program beginning promptly at 6:30 pm. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information, visit coronadodemocrats.com

Navy League/MOAA Dinner Meeting
2025-08-11 17:30 | Coronado Yacht Club, 1631 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
CALLING ALL NAVY LEAGUE/MOAA MEMBERS AND FRIENDS
Join 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.
VADM 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).
RSVP
To 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.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Coronado Democratic Club Meeting & Bayfront Social
2025-08-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Coronado Boathouse, 1985 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Democratic Club Hosts Bayfront Evening of Insight and Community
The Coronado Democratic Club invites members and the public to join us for our August General Meeting on Wednesday, August 20, at the scenic Coronado Boathouse (1985 Strand Way), overlooking Glorietta Bay Park.
Club Room & Boathouse. Image: City of Coronado website
Meeting & Speaker Program: 5:45 – 6:45 pm
Our featured speaker, Jason Bercovitch (South Area Vice Chair of the San Diego County Democratic Party – District Director for Congressman Scott Peters), will address immigration and border issues—a timely topic in today’s political climate. Jason will share valuable insights into current challenges, opportunities, and concrete actions our members can take to make a difference.
Bayfront Social Gathering: 6:45 – 7:30 pm
After the program, relax by the bay with friends and fellow members. Enjoy wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages, along with light food. Gather around the fire pit for s’mores under the stars.
Childcare Available:
Free supervised childcare in the park will be provided starting at 5 pm, so parents can fully participate in the meeting.
Want to Contribute?
We welcome donations of beverages (wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options) and finger foods for the social hour.

Service Academy Information Night
2025-08-25 16:30 | Pacific Beach Taylor Branch Library, 4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, United States
On August 25, Representative Scott Peters will host an informative reception for students interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy. As a Member of Congress, Rep. Peters has the privilege of nominating students to attend our nation’s service academies, which include the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and U.S. Coast Guard Academy.
Attending a service academy comes with an obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation. The information night will allow students to talk with representatives from the five military service academies and members of the nomination selection board, learn more about the schools they wish to attend, and ask questions about the nomination application process.
Students, educators, and counselors from high schools within CA50 are expected to attend. Rep. Peters will provide brief introductory remarks, then attendees can speak with service academy representatives in a college fair style event.
Learn more here.

RELATED:
Coronado Students Receive Service Academy Nominations from Congressman Scott Peters

Coronado Democratic Club Welcomes Will Rodriguez-Kennedy
2025-09-20 10:30 - 12:00 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Democratic Club will welcome Will Rodriguez-Kennedy, Chair of the San Diego County Democratic Party, as the featured speaker at its general meeting on Sept. 20.
Program Title: All Hands-On Deck!
The recently elected Chair of the San Diego County Democratic Party, Will Rodriguez-Kennedy, will give his report from the field about the fight to pass Prop 50. He will highlight what’s at stake and share his vision for building momentum and engaging the community in the critical elections ahead.
About Will Rodriguez-Kennedy:

Marine Corps veteran and community leader
Chair, San Diego County Democratic Party
Defense and Veteran Affairs Field Representative for Congressman Scott Peters
President, San Diego County Civil Service Commission
Vice Chair, San Diego Convention Center Corporation
Advocate for veterans and the LGBTQ+ community

This meeting is free and open to the public.
Doors Open / Social: 10:30 – 11 am
Program: 11 am – 12 pm
* Club business and announcements
* Featured Speaker: Will Rodriguez-Kennedy
* Q&A

Join Bridge & Bay Garden Club for a lecture on home landscaping design
2025-09-22 09:30 | Coronado Library Winn Room, 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join the Bridge & Bay Garden Club as Kris Madsen from Terra Bella Nursery talks about landscaping ideas for your home.

Social time will begin at 9:15 am with the program to follow at 9:30 am.

Behind the Headlines with Andrew Keatts at Coronado Democratic Club meeting
2025-10-22 18:00 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Democratic Club invites the community to its October evening meeting featuring Andrew Keatts, one of San Diego’s most respected journalists.
Keatts has been a distinguished voice in San Diego journalism for 15 years. He began
his career with The Daily Transcript, later became an investigative reporter and
managing editor at Voice of San Diego, and most recently co-founded Axios San Diego.
In 2018, he was named Journalist of the Year by the San Diego Society of
Professional Journalists. A graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University, he lives in Golden Hill
with his wife and two young sons.
Keatts will share insights from his years covering San Diego’s civic life and discuss
stories that highlight collaboration, progress, and optimism about the region’s future.
Doors open at 5:30 PM for a half-hour social; program begins at 6 PM.

Bridge & Bay Garden Club: Low and Behold
2025-10-27 09:15 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
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.
Social time will begin at 9:15 am and the program will follow at 9:30 am.

Rotary Youth Exchange program informational meeting
2025-11-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Coronado High School – Multipurpose Room, 650 D Ave, Coronado, CA, United States
Coronado high school-aged students looking for adventure, cultural experiences, the opportunity to travel, or to learn a new language should attend the Rotary Youth Exchange Information Night in the Multipurpose Room at Coronado High School on Wednesday, Nov. 19 from 6 to 7 pm. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is offered by Rotary Club of Coronado and allows teens to travel to any one of 100 different countries and become fully immersed in the local culture and customs.
LEARN MORE HERE:
CHS students offered study abroad opportunity through Rotary Youth Exchange

Crown Garden Club meeting
2025-11-20 09:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Crown Garden Club’s general meeting is on Thursday, November 20, in the Winn Room at the Coronado Public Library.
The social hour is at 9:30 am, the meeting begins at 10 am, and the Guest Speaker is at 10:30 am.
The 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.
The meeting is open to the public.

Coronado Democratic Club November general meeting featuring Dr. Allison Gill
2025-11-22 10:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
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.
We 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.
About the Speaker
Dr. 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.
Following 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.
The Coronado Democratic Club is proud to host Dr. Gill for what promises to be an insightful and energizing program.

Edible Landscapes with Chuck McClung
2025-11-24 09:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
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.

Best of the Best Book Club: "There, There" by Tommy Orange
2025-11-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Public Library’s Best of the Best Book Club meets regularly on the fourth Wednesday of each month to discuss books that have won major awards.
For our October meeting, we will discuss the 2018 National Book Critics Circle Award winner There, There by Tommy Orange, a wondrous and shattering novel that follows twelve characters from Native communities: all traveling to the Big Oakland Powwow, all connected to one another in ways they may not yet realize.
Place this title on hold via our online catalog, or check out the e-book through the CloudLibrary app.
About There, There
Among them is Jacquie Red Feather, newly sober and trying to make it back to the family she left behind. Dene Oxendene, pulling his life together after his uncle’s death and working at the powwow to honor his memory. Fourteen-year-old Orvil, coming to perform traditional dance for the very first time. They converge and collide on one fateful day at the Big Oakland Powwow and together this chorus of voices tells of the plight of the urban Native American — grappling with a complex and painful history, with an inheritance of beauty and spirituality, with communion and sacrifice and heroism
A book with “so much jangling energy and brings so much news from a distinct corner of American life that it’s a revelation” (The New York Times). It is fierce, funny, suspenseful, and impossible to put down — full of poetry and rage, exploding onto the page with urgency and force. There There is at once poignant and unflinching, utterly contemporary and truly unforgettable.

Democratic Club meeting with guest speaker Jeremy Addis-Mills
2026-01-17 11:00 - 12:30 | Coronado Library Winn Room, 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Start the new year informed and empowered:
Social media training at Coronado Democratic Club’s January meeting
The 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.
The 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.
Rather 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.
The meeting will also include the election of club officers for 2026.
Community members interested in learning how to better navigate today’s digital landscape — regardless of experience level — are encouraged to attend.

Bridge and Bay Garden Club meeting
2026-01-26 09:40 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Learn about the jungle theme of the 2026 flower show and make a hand-tied bouquet. No cost to attend.
The Bridge and Bay Garden Club encourages interest in all phases of home gardening, better horticultural practices, civic activities, the principles of artistic design and the conservation of natural resources.
Come join in the fun; you do not need to be an expert or have a green thumb, a little enthusiasm and love of our community is all it takes!
The Coronado Flower Show art was created by Gina Falletta design. This is Falletta’s fourth year creating the show’s art.

Mystery Book Club: M is for Malice
2026-01-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Public Library’s Mystery Book club will meet regularly on the third Monday of each month. Due to the holiday this month, we will be meeting on the fourth Monday. Receive reminder emails about our meeting by registering below. Registration is encouraged but not required.
We will be discussing M is for Malice by Sue Grafton. Check out the book in print or ebook format from the Coronado Library Catalog by clicking here.

Best of the Best Book Club: "The Narrow Road to the Deep North" by Richard Flanagan
2026-01-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Public Library’s Best of the Best Book Club meets regularly on the fourth Wednesday of each month to discuss books that have won major awards.
For our January meeting, we will discuss the 2014 Booker Prize Winner The Narrow Road to the Deep North by Richard Flanagan, a magisterial novel of love and war that traces the life of one man from World War II to the present.
Place this title on hold via our online catalog, or check out the e-book through the CloudLibrary app.
About The Narrow Road to the Deep North
August, 1943: Australian surgeon Dorrigo Evans is haunted by his affair with his uncle’s young wife two years earlier. His life, in a brutal Japanese POW camp on the Thai-Burma Death Railway, is a daily struggle to save the men under his command. Until he receives a letter that will change him forever.
A savagely beautiful novel about the many forms of good and evil, of truth and transcendence, as one man comes of age, prospers, only to discover all that he has lost.
