Coronado School of the Arts 30th anniversary Gala, Emerald Expressions
2026-03-14 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Venue 808, 808 J Street, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Tickets are available for the Coronado School of the Arts 30th anniversary Gala, Emerald Expressions, Celebrating 30 Years of Creativity, taking place on March 14 at Venue 808 in Downtown San Diego.
Presented by the CoSA Foundation, the event promises to reflect the creativity, talent, energy, and excitement that define CoSA. “We have been working very hard to make this event memorable and special. All six conservatories will participate in the entertainment, there will be a plated dinner, live and silent auction, photo booth, and dancing to DJ-curated music,” shared CoSA Foundation President and event chair Linda Edison.
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Annual VFW Auxiliary Rummage Sale
2026-03-26 - 2026-03-28 | VFW Post 2422, 557 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Annual VFW Auxiliary Rummage Sale will be held March 26-28, 8 am to 1 pm each day.

Donations are being collected March 23-25.

Donations:
Donations of unique and collectible items in good/like new condition include: American patriotic & beach décor, sporting goods, sanitized pet gear, bikes, toys & baby items, housewares, art, jewelry, purses in good condition, scarves, small appliances, office supplies, gardening items, tools and holiday decorations. Clothing in excellent condition only, on hangers. No athletic wear, t-shirts, shorts, undergarments, shoes or hats. Additional items not accepted include: furniture, bedding, wheelchairs, walkers or any medical devices, or books.
Proceeds from the sale benefit veteran’s programs, local active-duty military personnel and their families.
The VFW Auxiliary thanks you for supporting their mission.

Coronado CARES Casino Night
2026-04-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Feast & Fareway, 2000 Visalia Row, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado CARES invites the community to an exciting evening of games, food, and fun at its upcoming Casino Night fundraiser. It’s a great chance to gather with friends, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and support programs that help animals and pet owners in our community.

Guests will be able to try their luck at a variety of casino-style games while enjoying great food, drinks, and a festive atmosphere. The evening will also include a silent auction, giving attendees another fun way to support Coronado CARES and the work we do to assist animals and pet owners in Coronado and Imperial Beach.
Tickets are $75 per person and can be purchased in advance through the Events page or from a Coronado CARES board member.
Tickets will also be available for purchase the night of the event at the door, so feel free to invite friends and neighbors to join you.

CWC Shredding & E-Waste event
2026-04-25 10:00 - 12:00 | U.S. Bank Coronado Branch, 800 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Woman’s Club next shredding and e-waste event will take place on Saturday, April 25, from 10 am to 12 noon, at the US Bank parking lot on D Avenue, near 8th Street. A contribution of $8/box is suggested for shredding.

Coronado Woman's Club Spring Garage Sale
2026-05-02 08:00 - 11:00 | 801 Adella Avenue, 801 Adella Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Woman’s Club (CWC) is hosting a spring Garage Sale on Saturday morning, May 2, from 8 to 11 a.m. at 801 Adella Avenue.
If you have items you would like to donate to a good cause or are you looking for some great deals, this is your opportunity.
DONATIONS:
Items to be donated (no clothes) can be dropped off the previous Wednesday through Friday (April 29-May 1) from 3 to 5 p.m. at 801 Adella Avenue. All proceeds will benefit the philanthropic efforts of the CWC, an all-volunteer nonprofit that is returning $25,000 this year to Coronado and San Diego organizations.

For more information, visit www.coronadowomansclub.org.

Third annual Elleaire Fore Golf Tournament
2026-05-02 10:00 - 19:00 | Coronado Municipal Golf Course, 2000 Visalia Row, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
A little fun making a big impact
Elleaire and her father James Lyons at the Second Annual Elleaire Fore Golf Tournament
The third annual charity Elleaire Fore Golf Tournament will take place on Saturday, May 2 at the Coronado Golf Course. Prepare to tee off to increase awareness, resources, and funding for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP). ​
Space is limited, and the event is anticipated to sell out. Registration is $250 for a single golfer and $1,000 for a foursome. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For sponsorship opportunities, tournament registration, or to make a donation, please visit elleairefore.org.​
All tournament proceeds will benefit the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation, which is committed to advancing research and finding cures for this rare neuromuscular disorder.

URT Dig
2026-05-03 13:00 - 16:00 | Dog Beach Coronado, coronado beach, Coronado, 92118, United States
Image: URT Dig
2026 URT DIG SIGN UP
Holy Moley!
The URT DIG is back as part of the 10th year celebration of life of our dear friend Charlie Keating. The event will take place on Sunday, May 3 in Coronado at Dog Beach starting at 1:30 PM. Please show up at 1:00 to check in and sign your waiver.
The day will mark the 10 year anniversary since Charlie’s passing and kicks off the “Live Heavy Weekend.” All proceeds from the event will be donated to the C4 Foundation.
The rules are quite simple. Each contestant will be generously given 10 minutes to dig as deep as they can. Holes will be immediately measured and the winners will be announced upon conclusion of all three digging divisions. We are excited to have our friend Jonathan Wayne Freeman (@jonathanwaynefreeman) as the MC.
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SHOVEL.
KIDS MUST DIG WITH PLASTIC SHOVELS.
The URT DIG features four Digvisions.

PLASTIC: 12 Years and younger. Plastic Shovels Only. 1:30 pm start
METAL: Your shovel, your choice. 2 pm start
HANDS: Hands only! 2:30 pm start.
PAWS: Dog division. 3 pm start

History:
Charlie won the URT Dig in 2013 and was runner up in 2014 in the Metal Digvision. His winning golden shovel adorns the walls of one of Coronado’s more anonymous watering holes. It is with this rich history that we kick off the “Live Heavy Weekend.”
To SIGN UP please click on the following link:
2026 URT DIG SIGN UP

Coronado Art & Wine Festival
2026-05-09
The Coronado Art & Wine Festival is a collaboration between the Coronado Schools Foundation and the Coronado Chamber of Commerce, two nonprofits bringing together vital areas of our community: the schools, the arts, and local businessses.
A family-friendly joyful celebration and showcase of art, wine, food, music, and community to benefit K-12 STEM classes
An afternoon dedicated to highlighting the finest artists from Southern California and beyond. Enjoy a captivating display of diverse art styles and mediums.
Multiple options to purchase tickets for wine tasting.
Volunteers are needed! Sign up HERE.
The best of Coronado will be on display at the fifth Coronado Art & Wine Festival

“Flourish” fundraiser - an evening benefitting women and girls
2026-05-14 17:30 - 20:00 | Feast & Fareway, 2000 Visalia Row, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Soroptimist of Coronado’s first in-person fundraising event since 2019 will be an evening at Feast & Fareway showcasing an all-female musical performance by members of Lamb’s Players. For over 75 years, the Coronado Soroptimist chapter has worked to foster opportunities for women and girls to achieve educational advancement and financial independence. The Lamb’s performers are generously sharing their talents with the community in support of this mission. The event will take place on May 14, beginning at 5:30 pm.
Guests will be treated to songs originated by legendary female artists of the 1960s and 1970s, including “Beautiful” by Carole King, “You’re So Vain” by Carly Simon, “Respect” by Aretha Franklin, and “Feeling Good” by Nina Simone.
Photo, L to R: Sydney Joyner, Natasha Reese, Joy Yandell-Hall, Angela Chatelain Avila. Courtesy photo
Kerry Meads, the Associate Artistic Director of Lamb’s Players Theatre shared, “We are honored to partner with Soroptimist International of Coronado for this special evening. Celebrating the voices of iconic female artists — performed by an all-women cast — beautifully reflects Soroptimist’s mission. We hope to inspire the community to come together in support of women and girls.”
The Coronado Soroptimist club invites long-time supporters and all fellow community members for this festive and meaningful evening — an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and raise vital funds for scholarships, grants, and educational programs that help women and girls flourish. There will be food, drinks, and a silent auction.
To attend, make a donation, or learn more about Soroptimist, visit coronadosoroptimist.org.
TICKETS

Freedom for Ukraine: A Night of Light fundraising gala
2026-05-17 16:30 - 20:00 | Nautilus Room, Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Shield of Freedom will host its third annual fundraising gala, Freedom for Ukraine: A Night of Light, on Sunday, May 17, from 4:30 to 8 pm in the Nautilus Room at the Coronado Community Center.

This evening will bring together a compassionate community of supporters, advocates, and friends united in purpose — to honor resilience, celebrate hope, and raise critical funds for life-saving humanitarian aid for Ukraine.
As the war in Ukraine continues to impact millions, A Night of Light aims to shine a spotlight on the strength and courage of those affected, while mobilizing meaningful support. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit Shield of Freedom’s medical evacuation vehicle campaign, helping deliver urgent assistance to those in need.
Guests will experience a thoughtfully curated program featuring inspiring stories, opportunities for connection, and moments designed to uplift and engage. The evening will also include live music, dinner, and Ukrainian beer and wine.
“We are honored to bring our community together once again in support of Ukraine,” said organizers at Shield of Freedom. “This event is not only about raising funds — it’s about standing in solidarity and reminding those impacted that they are not alone.”
For those unable to attend, there are still meaningful ways to contribute. Supporters can make a tax-deductible donation through Shield of Freedom’s website shieldoffreedom.org or sponsor a guest from our volunteer community to attend the event.
Shield of Freedom extends its gratitude to all supporters for their continued commitment to Ukraine. For more information, to purchase tickets, or to donate, please visit shieldoffreedom.org/freedom-for-ukraine.

Coronado Woman's Club Spring Garage Sale
2026-05-23 08:00 - 11:00 | 620 Country Club Lane, 620 Country Club Lane, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Spring cleaning or looking to refresh your home?
The Coronado Woman’s Club (CWC) is hosting a Spring Garage Sale on Saturday, May 23, 8 to 11 am, 620 Country Club Lane. Find household items, accessories, books, and more.
To donate
You can drop off items that you would like to donate (no clothes) on Friday, May 22 from 10 am to 6 pm. All proceeds from the sale will benefit the philanthropic efforts of the CWC, an all-volunteer nonprofit that is returning $20,000 this year to Coronado and San Diego organizations.
Coronado Woman’s Club
The club meets on the first Wednesday of the month from September to June at Stake Chophouse, 1309 Orange Avenue, with the next gathering on June 3, 11:30 am. For more information, contact Membership Chair Ana Magdaleno, 619-756-9583, or visit coronadowomansclub.org.

FOCUS event in support of homeless children and youth
2026-05-27 17:45 - 19:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Across San Diego County, compassionate organizations are changing lives every day by providing shelter, counseling, education, job training, mentoring, and hope. These agencies are not only helping young people survive — they are helping them heal and build futures.
To learn more about the realities of youth homelessness and meet organizations successfully addressing this crisis, the public is invited to attend a special community evening on May 27 from 5:45 to 7:30 pm in the Winn Room at the Coronado Public Library.
Hosted by FOCUS, the event will feature several nonprofit partners working directly with children and youth experiencing homelessness, including Urban Street Angels, Youth Assistance Coalition, Storefront, and Solutions for Change.
Guests will have the opportunity to hear brief presentations, ask questions, connect directly with agency representatives, and learn how our community can be part of meaningful solutions.
Behind every statistic is a child longing not just for shelter, but for safety, dignity, and hope. This evening is an opportunity to listen, to learn, and perhaps most importantly, to discover how together we can create solutions where compassion becomes action.

Hospital Auxiliary's Summer Fair fundraiser
2026-06-05 09:00 - 14:00 | Sharp Coronado Hospital Auditorium Sandermann Education Center, 265 Soledad Place, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Sharp Coronado Hospital Auxiliary is hosting its Summer Fair on Friday, June 5 from 9 am to 2 pm at the hospital’s Sandermann Auditorium at 265 Soledad Place.
At last fall’s Holiday Fair, Auxiliary volunteer Mari Gilbert introduced her fun vintage items of family heirlooms and collectibles for sale. Gilbert assured the fundraising planners, “If it’s old, somebody wants it!”
Sharp Coronado Hospital Auxiliary invites the public to a summer gift fair on June 5 from 9am -2pm on Soledad Place (behind the hospital), raising funds for the hospital’s projects. Mari Gilbert, pictured, will be selling her vintage treasures. Residents are encouraged to donate their no longer needed collectibles to raise additional monies. Proceeds benefit Sharp Coronado Hospital’s Primary Stroke Center and the Katy Green & Cathy McJannet Nursing Scholarship Program. Come shop, stay for lunch, and support a great local cause.
Purchasing “vintage” is a current trend to recycle items instead of discarding them to landfills — and to relive a time past. Clothing, handbags, china, toys and games, all play a part. At Gilbert’s booth, look for fashion from the ’80s to today, including denim, leather jackets, designer items, rock and roll t-shirts, and jewelry for both men and women. If you are looking for a Father’s Day gift, consider a military or nautical collectible, print, or antique. What are some of the more unusual things that will be available? Check out Hotel del Coronado memorabilia from the 1930s when Gilbert’s grandmother actually lived there.
Additional artists and vendors will be selling their wares, including many unique handmade items. A portion of their sales will be donated to the Auxiliary, the nonprofit organization that supports the hospital’s programs and projects.
Home decor, handmade newborn outfits, charcuterie boards, bottle carriers, housewares, cloth carry bags, hand-crafted greeting cards, jewelry, homemade jams, and hostess gifts will be for sale.
Specialty Accessories, a favorite vendor, will have a large selection of clothing for sale. Pouch Leather Bags is returning with many sizes and colors. Once again, Pampered Chef will be displaying their wide range of cooking tools.
The Auxiliary’s Quilt and Afghan Committee will be selling lap quilts and other handmade textile creations. Approximately 80 items are made each year and then donated to clients at the Villa or in hospice care. The Holiday and Summer Fairs are the only time they are available for sale. 100% of their sale price is donated to the Auxiliary.
After you shop, enjoy food from the Nono Jose Argentina food truck vendor; word is that the empanadas are wonderful!
Most of the funds raised at this event will be directed to the Auxiliary’s pledge in support of the Primary Stroke Center, offering expert stroke care to our community. Additionally, the Auxiliary has begun supporting the Katy Green and Cathy McJannet Nursing Scholarship program. Through this program, current Sharp Coronado Hospital employees can apply for funding to advance their nursing careers.
