Coronado Times

"Dia de los Muertos Ofrenda" Exhibit Opening Reception
2024-09-15 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Spreckels Reading Room, 640 Orange Ave., Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Come and meet the artists and curator of the Dia de los Muertos Ofrenda exhibit. Light refreshments will be provided.
The Dia de los Muertos Ofrenda exhibit will run Sept. 1 through Nov. 17 at the Coronado Public Library. An artist’s reception will be held on Sept. 15 from 2 to 4 pm in the Spreckels Reading Room.
An ofrenda (Spanish: “offering”) is the offering placed in a home altar during the annual and traditionally Mexican Día de los Muertos celebration. An ofrenda, which may be quite large and elaborate, is usually created by the family members of a person who has died and is intended to welcome the deceased to the altar setting.

Negroni Week
2024-09-16 - 2024-09-22 | Stake Chophouse & Bar, 1309 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
September 16-22 is Negroni Week at Stake
Cocktail hour just got a little brighter! Join Stake Chophouse & Bar and celebrate one of the world’s most iconic cocktails and charity fundraisers. Stake will be offering a Viva La Negroni, carefully crafted with rosemary infused Los Vecinos Mezcal, Campari, Lo-Fi Amaro, and Carpano Antica.

Mystery Book Club: A Man Lay Dead by Ngaio Marsh
2024-09-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Conference Room – 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. Receive reminder emails about our meeting by registering. Registration is not required.
We will be discussing A Man Lay Dead by Ngaio Marsh. Check out the book in print or ebook format from the Coronado Library Catalog by clicking here.

San Diego Shakespeare Society Staged Reading: As You Like It (Part I)
2024-09-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Every third Tuesday evening of the month at 6:30 p.m., at the Coronado Public Library, the San Diego Shakespeare Society holds FREE open readings of the plays, where all are encouraged to join and participate.

Coronado Democratic Club to Host City Council Candidate Forum
2024-09-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Coronado Unified School District, 201 Sixth Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Democratic Club invites the public to the City Council Candidate Forum on Wednesday, September 18 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Coronado Unified School District Office Board Room, 201 Sixth Street.
Doors will open at 5:30 PM for early arrival and question submissions. This forum will offer an in-depth look at the candidates running for City Council, moderated by our Public Policy Committee.
Please note: This is not a Coronado Unified School District sponsored Event.
Engage directly with those who aspire to shape the policies of Coronado. Don’t miss this chance to ask your questions and hear the candidates’ responses.
For more information, visit coronadodemocrats.com/ or contact communications@coronadodemocrats.com.

Film Forum Coronado: "The Intruder"
2024-09-18 18:00 - 20:45 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Public Library, in partnership with the Coronado Island Film Festival, presents FILM FORUM CORONADO, taking place the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the library’s Winn Room. Film expert Ralph DeLauro provides a brief introduction to each film and leads a discussion afterwards, often including pointers about how lighting or camera angles contribute to a scene’s mood or propel the story.
September 18: The Intruder (1962, PG-13, 84 min)
Roger Corman’s searing and incendiary effort to dissect the massive resistance of organized racists to school integration. William Shatner stars as a charismatic white supremacist sent to rouse the smoldering white citizens of a small southern town.

Cub Scout Pack 122 Information Night
2024-09-18 18:30 | Granzer Hall, CMS, 550 F Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
All youth in kindergarten through grade 5 are invited to come check out Coronado’s Cub Scout Pack 122 at their annual information night on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 6:30pm. The meeting will be in Granzer Hall at Coronado Middle School (550 F Avenue). Pack 122 has been supporting Coronado’s youth since 1970, focusing on both character building and fun. Annual activities include monthly den and pack meetings, campouts, and the Pinewood Derby, where Scouts (and their families) build and race cars on a special track. For more information, you can visit coronadopack122.org or email coronadocubpack122@gmail.com.
Coronado Cub Scout Pack 122. Submitted photo.

Armchair Travel: Flying Over the English Countryside
2024-09-18 18:30 - 20:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Are you ready to embark on a captivating journey through the skies of England? Our next Armchair travel event, “Flying Over the English Countryside,” is set to whisk you away on a virtual adventure like no other. On September 18, from 6:30 to 8 pm, join us at the John D. Spreckels Center for an evening that promises to be both exhilarating and enchanting. The doors open at 6 pm, giving you ample time to enjoy a themed snack and beverage while you settle in and prepare for a night of awe-inspiring stories and visuals.
This special event will feature Bill Sandke, a seasoned traveler and aviation enthusiast, who will share his remarkable experiences from a recent pilgrimage to England. Bill’s journey took him to the renowned Duxford Aviation Museum, where he had the rare opportunity to witness a two-day airshow that celebrated the rich history of aviation.
But that’s just the beginning. Bill’s adventure soared to new heights when he took to the skies in a vintage World War II Spitfire. Imagine the thrill of flying in a legendary aircraft and hear firsthand about the breathtaking views and adrenaline-pumping moments of this unique experience.
The evening will also take you on a visual tour through the picturesque English countryside, including the charming towns of Cambridge and London. With Bill’s rich storytelling and stunning photos, you’ll get an intimate look at England’s landscape and heritage.
Whether you’re an aviation aficionado, a history buff, or simply someone who loves a good travel tale, “Flying Over the English Countryside” promises to be a memorable event. It’s a chance to explore England and marvel at the beauty of one of the world’s most storied regions.
Reserve your spot now and prepare to be transported across the Atlantic for an unforgettable evening. Registration is $6 for Coronado residents and $8 for nonresidents in advance, or $8 at the door. Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged. To secure your spot or for more information, please visit www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call 619-522-7343, or visit the front desk at 1019 Seventh Street.
Photo by Mike Bird / Pexels

Discovering Hospice and Palliative Care: Compassionate Support for Life’s Journey
2024-09-19 14:00 - 15:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join us at the John D. Spreckels Center for “Discovering Hospice and Palliative Care: Compassionate Support for Life’s Journey,” an educational presentation led by Sharp Coronado Hospital specialists. A valuable opportunity to explore two vital aspects of healthcare designed to enhance the quality of life for patients facing serious illnesses.
Taking place on September 19 from 2 to 3 pm at the John D. Spreckels Center, this session will delve into the essentials of hospice and palliative care. These compassionate approaches focus on delivering comprehensive pain management and emotional support, aiming to transform the journey through serious illness and end-of-life into a time of comfort, dignity, and profound care.
This presentation is designed based on community feedback, ensuring that it addresses the concerns and interests of those we serve. Whether you are a patient, caregiver, or simply interested in understanding these crucial aspects of healthcare, this event promises to offer valuable information and support.
Join us at the John D. Spreckels Center for this enlightening session and learn how hospice and palliative care can provide compassionate support and enhance the quality of life during some of life’s most challenging moments.
There is no fee for registration, if you have any questions please call 619-522-7343 or visit the front desk at 1019 Seventh Street. We look forward to welcoming you to an afternoon of learning and understanding.

Designing Dreams Fundraiser
2024-09-19 16:00 - 20:00 | Lil’ Piggy’s Bar-B-Q, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Support Designing Dreams!
Lil’ Piggy’s Bar-B-Que & Designing Dreams will host their 2nd Annual End-of-Summer Bar-B-Q on Thursday September 19. 20% of proceeds from Lil’ Piggy’s and Coronado Coffee Co from 4 to 8 pm will be donated to Designing Dreams.
Learn more HERE.

Wine & Lecture: The Pacific Parachute Company
2024-09-19 17:30 | Coronado Historical Association, 1100 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Historical Association invites you to the September Wine & Lecture on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.
Eighty-two years ago, Howard “Skippy” Smith founded the nation’s first black-owned and managed defense production plant in San Diego. Author Agin Shaheed will discuss the life of this skydiver turned national-recognized entrepreneur.
Born in Alabama in 1913, “Skippy” Smith moved to Los Angeles California during the Great Depression with little to nothing in his pocket with hopes of becoming a pilot. By 1939, he had become a renowned skydiver with his partner Mac “Skip” Gravelly. The duo became well known for the difficult and dangerous free fall jumps followed by delayed parachute openings at air shows.
Smith would eventually move to San Diego and become the first African American hired by defense contractor Standard Parachute to test, pack, and inspect parachutes manufactured for WWII. Around the same time, comedian Jack Benny’s partner, Eddie “Rochester” Anderson, was looking for ways he could contribute to the war effort and was introduced to Smith. With Anderson’s financial backing, Smith’s Pacific Parachute Company opened on 8th Street in San Diego in March 1942. Pacific Parachute earned recognition from Time Magazine as the “Top Black Owned Business in the United States” in 1943. Smith also notably employed one of the few integrated workforces in San Diego at that time.
Agin Shaheed, a native Californian, served in the US Navy from 1968-1972. He has authored two books in his “unsung hero” series. First, Charles C. Flint, The Man, and His Times, chronicles the life of one of Los Angeles’ most remarkable Black citizens. He also recently released the book, A Musical Blueprint, Ernie Freeman, The Man, and His Times which recounts the life of the Grammy-winning arranger, composer, conductor, producer, director, bandleader, orchestra leader, and voice coach. Agin has also co-authored Our Roots Run Deep, The Black Experience in California 1900-1970 and It’s Your Choice, San Diego Unified Schools manual for African American Males.
Reserve your spot to hear the fascinating story of this African American entrepreneur who made history in San Diego. Learn more about this event and others online at coronadohistory.org or call 619-435-7242.

CJWC Hosts Shop For A Cause A.L.C. Trunk Show
2024-09-20 11:00 - 17:00
The Coronado Junior Woman’s Club and hosts Jamie O’Grady and Majuba Levine will be hosting “Shop For A Cause” with one of the hottest brands in women’s fashion A.L.C. – popping up in Coronado on Friday, September 20. The event will be hosted at the home of Jamie O’Grady and those that RSVP are welcome to shop A.L.C.’s fall line. Thatch jewelry and Khara Collective, both San Diego based female-owned small businesses, will be joining the pop up.
A portion of the proceeds will go towards funding an additional scholarship in 2025 for the CJWC’s Marilyn Foster Scholarships. The Coronado scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors either from Coronado or going to school in Coronado that have a proven commitment through service.
Friday, September 20 from 11am to 5pm at 800 1st Street
Shoppers are asked to RSVP to jamie@jpublicrelations.com
LEARN MORE HERE:
Calling All Fashionistas: Shop Like a Style Icon with Coronado Junior Woman’s Club this Friday

A.L.C. was founded by Andrea Lieberman after growing up in Manhattan, training at Parson’s School of Design and living in France & Africa, Leiberman exploded onto the styling scene when putting Jennifer Lopez in that Versace dress. Drawing from her international travels and experiences with her celebrity clientele, she launched A.L.C. in 2009 to create versatile, beautifully crafted spaces women’s wardrobes were missing.

Autumn Concert Series: Joshua White Trio
2024-09-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Library’s Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 6 to October 25. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On September 20, the Joshua White Trio will be performing The Music of Johnny Mercer.

Joshua White is one of the music scene’s most creative and technically accomplished pianists. Praised by legendary musicians like Herbie Hancock as having “immense talent” and lauded for his “daring and courageous approach to improvisation … on the cutting edge of innovation”, Joshua has distinguished himself as a formidable leader of distinct voice among his peers. Born and raised in Southern California, Joshua received early training at the piano and developed rapidly through rigorous study of both Western European Classical literature and the Black American Music traditions. Shortly after placing in the top two as a finalist of the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition, Joshua began concertizing as a soloist and musical collaborator all over the world — and continues to maintain an active touring schedule throughout Europe, Africa, and Asia. Joshua White can most often be heard with his critically-acclaimed TRIO (featuring Karl McComas-Reichl, bass & Tyler Kreutel, drums), as well as these musical ensembles: The Mark Dresser Quintet, Nicole Mitchell’s Black Earth Ensemble, The Daniel Rosenboom Quartet, Steph Richards & Super Sense, and LANCASTER (featuring Eric Revis, bass; Jeff Parker, guitar; & Guillermo Brown, drums).
Jazz bassist Rob Thorsen maintains a diverse and busy schedule in Southern California as a performer, educator, clinician and composer. He has found his true voice in the upright bass and performs regularly as a leader with artists including the Mike Wofford/Holly Hofmann Quartet, Gilbert Castellanos, Charles McPherson, Steph Johnson and a host of others. Rob has released six recordings as a leader, “Bass is the Space – Solos and Duos” featuring an array of jazz talents including Joshua White, Steph Johnson, Gilbert Castellanos and Marshall Hawkins in duo and solo performances. His most recent release is “So In Love” — a 10-track album with his wife/lead vocalist Steph Johnson featuring songs from Cole Porter, Joni Mitchell, and others.
Tyler Kreutel is a drummer/percussionist based in the Southern California area. Born and raised in San Diego, California, he took up the drums at the age of 12 in his middle school jazz band and hasn’t looked back since. Tyler graduated from The San Diego School for Creative and Performing Arts in 2012 and went on to receive his Bachelors in Music Performance at California State University Long Beach. While in college Tyler began playing professionally in both the San Diego and Los Angeles area and has been doing so ever since. Tyler has had the great fortune of playing with many outstanding musicians including Gilbert Castellanos, Charles McPherson, Henry Franklin, Joshua White, Marshall Hawkins, Steve Cotter and is one of the most in demand drummers in Southern California. He has taught at both The Orange County School of the Arts and Downey High School and is currently teaching at YLJC.

Spoilers Book Club: "Postcards From The Edge" by Carrie Fisher
2024-09-21 14:00 - 17:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Spoilers Book Club reads books that have been turned into movies. We read the book and get together to watch the film. We compare the two and discuss what we did and didn’t like.

“Postcards From The Edge” by Carrie Fisher

When we first meet the extraordinary young actress Suzanne Vale, she’s feeling like “something on the bottom of someone’s shoe, and not even someone interesting.” Suzanne is in the harrowing and hilarious throes of drug rehabilitation, trying to understand what happened to her life and how she managed to land in a “drug hospital.”
Just as Fisher’s first film role—the precocious teenager in Shampoo—echoed her own Beverly Hills upbringing, her first book is set within the world she knows better than anyone else: Hollywood. This stunning literary debut chronicles Suzanne’s vivid, excruciatingly funny experiences inside the clinic and as she comes to terms with life in the outside world. “Postcards from the Edge” is more than a book about stardom and drugs. It is a revealing look at the dangers—and delights—of all our addictions, from money and success to sex and insecurity.
Film
“Postcards from the Edge” (1990)
Rated R
Runtime: 1h 41m

Bridge & Bay Garden Club September Meeting
2024-09-23 09:30 - 11:00 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Bridge & Bay Garden Club will hold its September meeting on Monday, Sept. 23 in the Winn Room of the Coronado Public Library. The guest speaker will be Chuck McClung, author of recently released A Strawberry is not a Fruit, a collection of short essays covering many widely varying topics related to plants and gardening in general.

Blood Drive at Loews Coronado Bay Resort
2024-09-24 11:30 - 17:00 | Loews Coronado Bay Resort, 4000 Coronado Bay Rd, Coronado, CA, United States
Loews Coronado Bay Resort hosts blood drive with San Diego Blood Bank
Anyone 17 and older, who weighs at least 114 pounds and is in good health, may be eligible to donate. A good meal and plenty of fluids are recommended prior to donation. Appointments are honored first and walk‑ins are welcome. Photo identification required.
Please call 800-400‑8251 or visit www.sandiegobloodbank.org for more information.

Coronado Democratic Club to Host School Board Candidate Forum in Winn Room
2024-09-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Coronado Library Winn Room, 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Democratic Club will host a School Board Candidate Forum on Tuesday, September 24 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM in the Winn Room at the Coronado Library, 640 Orange Ave.
The doors will open at 5:30 PM. This moderated event will feature candidates for the School Board, providing an opportunity for public engagement and questions.
This event is critical for those interested in the educational future of our community. Arrive early to submit your questions and participate in the dialogue.
For more information, visit coronadodemocrats.com/ or contact communications@coronadodemocrats.com.

Best of the Best Book Club: "Firekeeper's Daughter" by Angeline Boulley
2024-09-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Conference Room – 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. Receive reminder emails about our meeting by registering. Registration is not required.

For our September meeting, we will discuss the 2022 Printz Medal winner Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley, a groundbreaking young adult thriller about a Native teen who must root out the corruption in her community.
About Firekeeper’s Daughter:
Eighteen-year-old Daunis Fontaine has never quite fit in, both in her hometown and on the nearby Ojibwe reservation. She dreams of a fresh start at college, but when family tragedy strikes, Daunis puts her future on hold to look after her fragile mother. The only bright spot is meeting Jamie, the charming new recruit on her brother Levi’s hockey team.
Yet even as Daunis falls for Jamie, she senses the dashing hockey star is hiding something. Everything comes to light when Daunis witnesses a shocking murder, thrusting her into an FBI investigation of a lethal new drug.
Reluctantly, Daunis agrees to go undercover, drawing on her knowledge of chemistry and Ojibwe traditional medicine to track down the source. But the search for truth is more complicated than Daunis imagined, exposing secrets and old scars. At the same time, she grows concerned with an investigation that seems more focused on punishing the offenders than protecting the victims.
Now, as the deceptions—and deaths—keep growing, Daunis must learn what it means to be a strong Anishinaabe kwe (Ojibwe woman) and how far she’ll go for her community, even if it tears apart the only world she’s ever known.

Spielberg’s 1998 Masterpiece, "Saving Private Ryan"
2024-09-25 17:30 | Village Theatre, 820 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Nominated for eleven, and winner of five, Academy Awards, “Saving Private Ryan” is considered by many to be the greatest war movie ever made. Presented by Coronado Island Film Festival as part of the popular monthly Classic Film Series, it will screen at Coronado’s Village Theatre, 820 Orange Ave., on Wednesday, September 25.
Doors will open at 5 pm for a Meet and Greet with complimentary wine, followed by the feature presentation at 5:30. Tickets are $15 and are available at coronadofilmfest.com.
Director Steven Spielberg won the Oscar for his work, as did cinematographer Janusz Kaminski. The opening 24-minute battle scene on Omaha Beach cost $12 million to film over a four-week period, using 1500 background actors, and is thought to be one of the greatest pieces of combat cinema ever made.
The film is set in Normandy, France, and stars Tom Hanks as Capt. John Miller, who has been ordered to locate a young private from Iowa named James Francis Ryan (Matt Damon) behind enemy lines, to send him safely home to his grieving mother after his three brothers have all been killed in action.
The cast includes Edward Burns as rebellious soldier Richard Reiben, Tom Sizemore as Mike Horvath, Miller’s great friend and second-in-command, and Jeremy Davies as Timothy Upham, the French and German interpreter.
Also watch for the familiar faces of Ted Danson, Paul Giamatti, and Bryan Cranston. The music by John Williams is just perfect.
As one reviewer put it in 1998, “It gives us a million reasons why no one should go to war and one very powerful reason to go to war. It’s a soul-numbing, realistic depiction of what our grandfathers, fathers, uncles, brothers and sons have faced in humanity’s darkest moments. Not just in WWII, but in any war. No one can see this movie without being altered in some way.”
Tickets are available at coronadofilmfest.com. And – while you’re at it – now is the time to get your badges for CIFF 2024, Wed. Nov. 6 – Sun. Nov. 10.
On October 30, be sure to join us at our next classic film offering for another of Mel Brooks’ adventures into pure wackiness, “Bride of Frankenstein,” as we celebrate Halloween together.

Coronado Democratic Club to Host Mayoral Candidate Forum
2024-09-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Coronado Unified School District, 201 Sixth Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
DATE CHANGE (was originally Sept. 11)
Join the Coronado Democratic Club for the Mayoral Candidate Forum on Wednesday, September 25 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. The event will be held at the Coronado Unified School District Office Board Room, located at 201 Sixth Street.
Doors open at 5:30 PM. This moderated session will feature a dynamic discussion with all invited mayoral candidates. The public is welcome to submit questions upon arrival, which may be selected for the Q&A session, time permitting.
Please note: This is not a Coronado Unified School District sponsored Event.
This event is a key opportunity for Coronado residents to hear from the candidates vying to lead our city. Your participation will help shape the future of Coronado.
For more information, visit coronadodemocrats.com/ or contact communications@coronadodemocrats.com.

Blood Drive at Sharp Coronado Hospital
2024-09-26 10:00 - 14:30 | 265 Soledad Place, 265 Soledad Place, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Sharp Coronado Hospital hosts blood drive with San Diego Blood Bank
Anyone 17 and older, who weighs at least 114 pounds and is in good health, may be eligible to donate. A good meal and plenty of fluids are recommended prior to donation. Appointments are honored first and walk‑ins are welcome. Photo identification required.
Please call 800-400‑8251 or visit www.sandiegobloodbank.org for more information.

Mayoral Forum Hosted by Coronado Shores
2024-09-26 17:00 - 18:30 | Coronado Shores Beach Club, 1768 Avenida Del Mundo, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
On September 26, from 5 to 6:30 pm, the Coronado Shores will host a forum for the three Coronado mayoral candidates in the Coronado Shores Beach Club.

Autumn Concert Series: Vania Pimentel
2024-09-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Library’s Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 6 to October 25. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On September 27, Vania Pimentel will perform a variety of Brazilian music on piano.

Concert pianist Vania Pimentel, born and raised in Brazil, has been promoting Brazilian music in creative recital programs. She has a BA in Music and another BA in Philosophy from Brazil, KA graduate artist diploma from Germany, Masters in Piano Performance and Pedagogy, and DMA from the University of Houston. Her doctoral dissertation was on Brazilian toccatas, and her CD “Brazilian Toccatas and Toccatinas” was praised by the Brazilian Academy of Music and newspaper critics in Rio de Janeiro in the year of 2000, five hundred years of Brazil’s discovery by the Portuguese.
Dr. Pimentel became a member of Pi Kappa Lambda National Music Honor Society, and worked as an assistant teacher at the Moores School of Music and the Texas Music Festival. In Brazil, she had worked for 14 years as a piano professor in Curitiba, PR. Her first award at a piano competition was at the age of seven in Rio de Janeiro. Her top awards are from J. S. Bach International Piano Competition in Paris (1984), and Jaen Competition in Spain (1982).
Dr. Pimentel lived in Italy from 2005 until 2009, and performed at the series Pianomaster in Gravedonamon Lake Como, and chamber music at the Blaue Blumen concerts in Frankfurt. Afterwards, she lived in San Diego until 2022. She performed recitals at Palomar College, Fallbrook Library, Coronado Library, Encinitas Library, the Athenaeum, Carmel Valley Library, and chamber music in Temecula: Classics at the Merc. She performs frequently in Brazil, and has given masterclasses at many universities there. In 2020, she performed and taught at the 37th Music Workshop of Curitiba, in Paraná state. Last year she presented a solo recital during the Music Week of Lapinha, PR, and last April at the Chapel Santa Maria in Curitiba. Currently she lives in Miami.

Line Dance Party
2024-09-27 14:00 - 15:30 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Get ready to dance at the John D. Spreckels Center’s Line Dance Party! Join us on Friday, September 27, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for an afternoon of non-stop line dancing fun. Whether you’re single or coming with a partner, everyone is welcome to join the party.
Enjoy free refreshments and snacks as you dance the afternoon away. Line dancing is a choreographed group activity that’s enjoyed by people of all ages, and it’s a great way to have fun while staying active. If you’re new to line dancing or looking to improve your skills, the Spreckels Center offers both beginning and intermediate classes on Thursdays.
The cost to attend the Line Dance Party is $5 for residents and $7 for nonresidents. Register now by visiting coronado.ca.us/civicrec, calling 619-522-7343, or stopping by the front desk at 1019 Seventh Street. Make sure to secure your spot by September 25. We can’t wait to see you on the dance floor!

Spice It Up, Coronado!
2024-09-27 14:30 - 15:30
Discover a new favorite spice or herb with Coronado Public Library! Each month, the library invites community members to explore different spices used in dishes around the world. Registrants will pick up the monthly spice/herb selection at the library, cook with it, and join other food enthusiasts to discuss what they made and their thoughts about the spice.
This month, we will explore cooking with the French inspired Indian spice blend Vadouvan.

The meeting will be held on Zoom on Friday, September 27 at 2:30 p.m. The Zoom link will be emailed the day before we meet. Once registered, participants will receive an email about when they can pick up their sample of spice blend and a couple of recipes. This program is a great way to try new ingredients in your dishes and become a more confident cook in the kitchen!
See photographs and recipes from past Spice It Up, Coronado! HERE, then click on a collection.

Disclaimer(s)
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Free and open to the public

Accessible Sailing - Sailing and Training
2024-09-28 12:00 - 15:00 | Coronado Yacht Club, 1631 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
KMAC Foundation for Accessible Sailing in the San Diego area.
Open to all classes and sailors with disabilities.
All volunteers are welcome, and sailing participants, regardless of disability. No cost.

Pubtoberfest
2024-09-28 14:00 - 19:00 | The Laundry Pub, 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Enjoy family fun at Pubtoberfest, the ultimate fall celebration featuring seasonal food and drinks, live music from local artists, unique crafts from local vendors, and fun kids’ activities. Coronado’s own Emerald Spear Tequila and “boots” of Karl Strauss’ seasonal brews will be featured at this festive event.
Featuring Live Performances by:
Box Chevy: Relive the golden age of music with classic sounds of the 60s and 70s.
Shane Hall: Get your groove on with a funky blend of blues and jazz.
Burritos at Midnight: Enjoy timeless covers of your favorite classics.
Free entry for all. No reservations are required.

"A Foot Forward: Art Knows No Boundaries" Exhibition Opening
2024-09-29 16:30 - 19:30 | Nautilus Room, Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Meet the artists: “A Foot Forward: Art Knows No Boundaries” Exhibition Opening to be held on Sept. 29 in the Nautilus Room at the Coronado Community Center. Proceeds from the opening event will benefit the Visual Arts Program of Coronado School of the Arts (CoSA).
A Foot Forward: Art Knows No Boundaries takes us into a future where inclusivity thrives and art becomes a catalyst for positive change. In this exhibition at the C3 Gallery, the Coronado Cultural Arts (CCA) Commission’s aim is to highlight the diverse talents of artists from Coronado, San Diego County and Tijuana, while also nurturing meaningful connections and fostering understanding across demographic boundaries.
LEARN MORE HERE

Learn to Play Pickleball
2024-09-30 09:00 - 10:30 | Coronado Cays Pickleball Courts, 99 Grand Caribe Isle, Coronado, 92118
Beginner Clinics are held at the end of each month at the Coronado Cays Pickleball Courts.
www.impactactivities.com/coronado
Create an account, and then register at www.impactactivities.com/coronado-openplayandclinics

An Evening with World Renowned Drummer, Memoirist and Speaker Zoro
2024-09-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Spend an evening at the library with a musical legend as he discusses and signs his book Maria’s Scarf: A Memoir of a Mother’s Love, a Son’s Perseverance, and Dreaming Big, and shares a mini musical performance.

As one of the world’s most respected musicians, Zoro the Drummer has commanded some of the most famous stages in the world of rock and R&B music with his drums. Throughout more than thirty years of his career, Zoro has been consistently voted the number one R&B drummer and clinician by the premier music industry publications Modern Drummer, Drum!, and Rhythm Magazine.
He has toured and recorded with Lenny Kravitz, Bobby Brown, The New Edition, Jody Watley, Philip Bailey of Earth Wind & Fire, and many more. Additionally, Zoro is an educator, motivational speaker, and author of The Big Gig: Big-Picture Thinking For Success.
Zoro’s novel, Maria’s Scarf: A Memoir of a Mother’s Love, a Son’s Perseverance, and Dreaming Big, is a beautiful and transformative memoir that tells the story of a family fighting for survival against almost insurmountable odds. Through laughter, tears, and many misadventures, Zoro touches the heart of every reader—young or old, citizen or immigrant—and speaks to the dreamer in all of us, encouraging everyone to live fantastical lives.
This event is free and open to the public. Seating is first come, first served. Books will be available to purchase through our co-sponsor, Adventures by the Book. Click here to pre-purchase a book and reserve your seat.
