Coronado Times

Democratic Club meeting with guest speaker Jeremy Addis-Mills
2026-01-17 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

Bill Eddy, nationally recognized mediation expert, to speak in Coronado
2026-02-21 10:30 - 12:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Democratic Club is honored to welcome internationally respected mediator and conflict resolution expert Bill Eddy for a special presentation on Saturday, February 21, in the Winn Room at the Coronado Public Library.
Doors open at 10:30 am for a half-hour social gathering. The formal program will begin at 11 am and conclude at 12:30 pm.
Bill Eddy is a lawyer, therapist, professional mediator, and co-founder of the High Conflict Institute. For decades, he has trained judges, attorneys, mental health professionals, and organizational leaders across the country in managing and resolving high-conflict situations. He is widely regarded as one of the leading voices in understanding high-conflict behavior and its impact on families, workplaces, and civic life.
At a time when productive dialogue can feel increasingly difficult, Eddy’s presentation will focus on practical tools to de-escalate conflict, improve communication, and respond thoughtfully rather than react emotionally. His work blends psychology, mediation strategy, and real-world experience, offering actionable guidance that attendees can apply in everyday interactions — from personal relationships to community engagement.
This timely and important program is open to members and interested guests. Seating is limited.
For additional information, please visit CoronadoDemocrats.com or contact communications@coronadodemocrats.com.

Bridge & Bay Garden Club: Art Alive
2026-02-23 09:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Bridge & Bay Garden Club members will showcase a piece of artwork from their home alongside a floral creation they’ve made inspired by the art.

Best of the Best Book Club: "Beloved" by Toni Morrison
2026-02-25 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 February meeting, we will discuss the 1988 Pulitzer Prize Winner Beloved by Toni Morrison, which was named as one of the Great American Novels of the Past 100 Years by The Atlantic.
Place this title on hold via our online catalog, or check out the e-book through the CloudLibrary app.
About Beloved
Sethe was born a slave and escaped to Ohio, but eighteen years later she is still not free. Sethe has too many memories of Sweet Home, the beautiful farm where so many hideous things happened. And Sethe’s new home is haunted by the ghost of her baby, who died nameless and whose tombstone is engraved with a single word: Beloved.

She Talks Global Experience
2026-03-07 08:00 - 16:00 | Nautilus Room, Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
She Talks is a nationally recognized movement and event series centered on creating safe, intentional spaces for women to share real stories, engage in meaningful dialogue, and build authentic connection through live events, facilitated conversations, and community gatherings. She Talks focuses on themes like vulnerability, resilience, personal growth, and empowerment.
On March 7, women from around the world come together for the She Talks Global Experience — a dynamic, high-energy day designed to inspire, connect, and elevate. This one-of-a-kind experience brings together visionary leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, and change-makers for powerful stories of impact, authentic connection, and meaningful conversations that move women forward.
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Coronado Cays resident Dr. Julie Ducharme is the CEO and founder of She Talks and is one of this event’s speakers.

Democratic Club to host political scientist Dr. Casey Dominguez
2026-03-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Democratic Club will hold its next general meeting on Wednesday, March 11, at the Coronado Public Library’s Winn Room, featuring Dr. Casey Dominguez, PhD Department Chair and Professor of Political Science and International Relations at the University of San Diego, as the evening’s featured speaker. The meeting will also include the installation of the club’s newly elected officers.
Dr. Dominguez is widely recognized for her expertise in American politics, congressional elections, political parties, and campaign dynamics. Her research focuses on electoral competition, campaign finance, and the strategies political parties use to recruit candidates and shape election outcomes. Through her scholarship and public speaking, Dr. Dominguez helps audiences better understand how elections function at the local, state, and national levels and how political institutions influence voter behavior and representation.
Her presentation will offer timely insight as the nation approaches the midterm election cycle, examining how political dynamics at multiple levels of government interact and how civic engagement shapes democratic outcomes. Known for translating complex political science research into clear and engaging discussions, Dr. Dominguez is expected to provide valuable perspective for community members interested in understanding today’s political landscape.
In addition to the featured presentation, the evening will include the formal installation of the Coronado Democratic Club’s newly elected officers, signaling the start of a new chapter for the organization. The club has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to expand its programming, civic engagement, and community involvement.
Event Details
Coronado Democratic Club General Meeting
Date: Wednesday, March 11
Location: Winn Room, Coronado Public Library
Doors Open: 6 pm
Social: 6–6:30 pm
Program: 6:30–8 pm
For more information about the Coronado Democratic Club and its programs, please visit www.coronadodemocrats.com.

Bridge & Bay Garden Club floral design workshop
2026-03-23 09:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join us to learn how to create a floral design – from start to finish.
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