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SUMMARY:CIFF Student Classic Film Series "The Best Years of Our Lives"
DESCRIPTION:The Best Years of Our Lives – “I don’t care if the film doesn’t make a nickel. I just want every man\, woman\, and child in America to see it.”  \nThis is a special Memorial Day screening. It is FREE and open to the entire community. Bring the entire family! \n“I don’t care if the film doesn’t make a nickel. I just want every man\, woman\, and child in America to see it.” Thus spoke MGM Studio head Samuel Goldwyn in 1946 as this masterpiece he produced was released. This first post-war feature film from legendary director William Wyler went on to win a then unprecedented seven Oscars\, including Best Picture and Best Director. It was honored with an additional special Oscar for disabled vet Harold Russell’s performance as Petty Officer Home Parish for ”bringing aid and comfort to disabled veterans through the medium of motion pictures.” \nAfter the attack on Pearl Harbor\, even though Oscar winning director William Wyler was 40 years old and exempt from the draft\, he volunteered and served with distinction in the US Army Air Forces. Discharged as a LtCol in 1945\, Wyler’s time with the 8th Air Force left him permanently hearing impaired and uncertain of his prospects to return to his career directing movies in Hollywood. Of his wartime experience Wyler observed\, “The only thing that mattered was human relationships … relationships with people who might be dead tomorrow were important.” Returning home to Los Angeles\, he searched for the right story to tell in his return to the director’s chair. After Wyler read McKinlay Kantor’s Glory for Me\, a story of challenges faced by war veterans coming home\, he told MGM Studio Boss Sam Goldwyn\, “This is what I want to make.” \nThe Best Years of Our Lives tells the story of veterans returning from war more movingly\, hopefully and beautifully than any other motion picture in Hollywood history. The film captured the atmosphere of post-WWII America. Its enormous critical and commercial success confirmed this was THE story post-war audiences needed to see in the wake of the deadliest and most destructive conflict in human history; the story of the war’s impact on returning veterans and its impact on their relationship with home and family. \nDo not miss this perfect Memorial Day “table setter.” CIFF’s FREE screening of The Best Years of Our Lives will be presented Sunday\, May 25 at 1 pm in the Library’s Winn Room. Bring your family and invite your friends to share this beautiful Oscar winning classic.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/ciff-student-classic-film-series-the-best-years-of-our-lives/
LOCATION:Winn Room\, Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:entertainment,film
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SUMMARY:Day Trip Adventure: San Diego Animal Sanctuary & Farm
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a heartwarming adventure to the San Diego Animal Sanctuary & Farm\, nestled in the charming town of Alpine. Home to over 210 rescued and adopted animals\, this picturesque sanctuary invites you to connect with a wide variety of animals—pet them\, feed them\, and enjoy unforgettable moments surrounded by nature. \nEnjoy a peaceful picnic under the shady oak trees—bring your own lunch or treat yourself to delicious options available for purchase on-site. To stay comfortable throughout the day\, don’t forget your hat\, sunscreen\, and bottled water. \nSpace is limited\, so reserve your spot today! For more information or to register\, visit coronado.ca.us/civicrec\, call 619-522-7343\, or stop by the Spreckels Center front desk at 1019 Seventh Street. \nHosted by the John D. Spreckels Center\nPick-up & Drop-off Location: 1019 Seventh Street\, Coronado \nhttps://sandiegoanimalsanctuaryandfarm.org/
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/day-trip-adventure-san-diego-animal-sanctuary-farm/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:community,entertainment,travel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T180000
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SUMMARY:Second Annual Catch the Wellness Wave\, Mental Health & Wellness Fair
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate May Mental Wellness Month\, Safe Harbor Coronado is hosting its second annual Mental Health & Wellness Fair\, a free\, half-day event open to the entire community. Catch the Wellness Wave will be held on Thursday\, May 22 from 3 to 6 pm at the John D. Spreckels Center. The event is for all ages\, with a plethora of mindfulness activities\, educational opportunities\, and presentations. \nThe goals of the event: \n\nHelp our community to be stronger\, healthier\, and prepared to better access a multitude of ways to feel their best.\nShare resources\, strategies\, classes\, and information that helps improve mental and physical health.\nProvide a springboard to help improve mental health through awareness\, prevention\, and intervention in May and beyond.\nEncourage the community to connect and come together around all aspects of health which directly impacts mental health.\n\n \n \n 
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/second-annual-catch-the-wellness-wave-mental-health-wellness-fair-2/
LOCATION:John D. Spreckels Center\, 1019 Seventh Street\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,family,health,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Safe Harbor Coronado":MAILTO:info@safeharborcoronado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T193000
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SUMMARY:DigArts Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Roll out the red carpet! The Coronado School of the Arts (CoSA) Digital Arts Conservatory will host this year’s awards show\, the Digital Arts Extravaganza\, on Thursday\, May 22 from 5 to 7:30 pm at the Coronado Performing Arts Center at 650 D Avenue. This exciting and interactive show features student work in photography\, graphic design\, film and animation. Not only are guests treated to amazing works of digital art\, but they get to vote for “Viewer’s Choice” in several categories. \nThis year’s red carpet event features an artist’s reception\, galleries for still artwork\, and film festivals from animators and filmmakers. There will be live voting for best of show as well as an awards presentation. \n“This is our end-of-the-year celebration\, and it’s a culminating event where our level four students share their final capstone projects\,” said Michelle Evenson\, film and design teacher. “Students work for several weeks to create personal legacy projects to showcase at the Extravaganza.” \nThe event is almost entirely student-produced. The students created all the live voting forms\, the gallery cards\, and they also emcee the event. \nThe artist’s reception will open at 5 pm in the theatre lobby and will feature the works of photography\, graphic design\, and game design students. The film and animation screenings will begin promptly at 5:30 pm in the main theatre and conclude at 7:30 pm. \nGet tickets at CoSASanDiego.com or at this link.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/digarts-extravaganza/
LOCATION:Coronado Performing Arts Center\, 650 D Avenue\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:art,education,entertainment,film
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T200000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Author Carl Hiaasen
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening with bestselling author Carl Hiaasen as he discusses his latest wild ride with Dean Nelson\, Fever Beach. In true Carl Hiaasen fashion\, the book kicks off with a rainy-day hitchhiker pickup and spirals into a hilarious\, razor-sharp romp through Florida’s most absurd corners. It’s a wild ride through greed\, extremism\, and botched schemes in the Sunshine State. \nHear Hiaasen speak about the inspiration behind the novel\, his take on Florida’s strange and sensational underbelly\, and more\, at one his first events for his latest book. A Q&A and book signing will follow the talk. \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 Fever Beach through Warwick’s bookstore. Please visit warwicks.com/event/hiaasen-2025 or call the store at 858-454-0347 for more information.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/an-evening-with-author-carl-hiaasen/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:books,community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T103000
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SUMMARY:Classy Golf Classic: Golf of Ages
DESCRIPTION:Courtesy photo. Credit: www.ederphoto.com\nMark your calendars! The 32nd Annual Classy Golf Classic will be held on Friday\, May 23 at the Coronado Golf Course. \nThis year’s theme is “Golf of Ages\,” and participants will be encouraged to outfit their team in the attire of their favorite era. If you golf “purist” and the ghost of Old Tom Morris haunts your garage\, pull out the heavy wool pants and tweed jacket. If Bobby Jones is your hero\, slip into some nifty plus fours and a sharp tie. And if you love the ’70s\, the groovier the outfit the better. It’s going to be an incredible day of golf\, food and frivolity; all in support of Cancer for College. \nCourtesy photo. Credit: www.ederphoto.com\nGolf is sold out\, but sponsorships and afterparty tickets are still available. We hope to see you all out on the course. \nCancer for College is a nonprofit foundation that hopes to restore cancer survivors’ bright futures through need-based scholarships\, medical debt relief and educational experiences. \nThis is one of the foundation’s biggest events and has helped raise over seven million dollars in scholarships since 1993. \nCourtesy photo. Credit: www.ederphoto.com\n  \nCourtesy photo. Credit: www.ederphoto.com
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/classy-golf-classic-golf-of-ages/
LOCATION:Coronado Municipal Golf Course\, 2000 Visalia Row\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,entertainment,Philanthropy,sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T170000
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SUMMARY:Coronado Aquatics Center Free Water Safety Event
DESCRIPTION:May is National Drowning Prevention Month\, and the City of Coronado is proud to support water safety awareness throughout the community. On May 6\, the City Council officially proclaimed May 2025 as National Drowning Prevention Month in Coronado\, reinforcing our commitment to helping families stay safe in and around water. \nTo continue promoting water safety\, the Coronado Aquatics Center will host a free Water Safety Event on Friday\, May 23\, from 3 to 5 p.m. Families are encouraged to pre-register to participate in free swim lessons offered during the event. As a bonus\, anyone who registers and takes part in a swim lesson that day will receive a 10% coupon toward a future swim lesson. \nJoin us in supporting water safety this May and help build a safer\, more informed community—one swimmer at a time. For more information or to register\, visit www.coronado.ca.us/register
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/coronado-aquatics-center-free-water-safety-event/
LOCATION:Coronado Community Center\, 1845 Strand Way\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,family,kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250524T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250524T140000
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SUMMARY:Casting Call for "Best in Bowl"
DESCRIPTION:If you are looking to act in a mockumentary movie about Coronado’s esteemed lawn bowling competitions – then try out for a part in the original short film Best in Bowl on Saturday\, May 24 from 12 noon to 2 pm in the Ruby Room at the Coronado Public Library. \nActors of all backgrounds\, abilities\, and ages\, from teens to senior citizens\, are needed for a variety of roles in this comedic take on the sport. \nCurrently filming on location in Coronado\, the film is a collaborative effort between local filmmakers under the direction of Emmy Award winning producer\, writer\, and director\, Tony Perri. \nThe movie is being produced and directed in the style of renowned filmmaker Christopher Guest (Best in Show\, This is Spinal Tap) and will be submitted to film festivals across the country\, including this year’s Coronado Island Film Festival. \nThe Coronado Public Library and Coronado Cultural Arts Commission are the executive producers for Best in Bowl.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/casting-call-for-best-in-bowl/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T200000
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SUMMARY:Concert in the Park: Coronado Concert Band and Side Traxx
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URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/concert-in-the-park-coronado-concert-band-and-side-traxx/
LOCATION:Spreckels Park\, 601 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:entertainment,family,music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250526T100000
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SUMMARY:Coronado Memorial Day Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Coronado Memorial Day Ceremony will be conducted at Star Park in Coronado starting at 1000 on Monday\, May 26. \nA Marine Bugler plays taps during the Memorial Day Service at Star Park Circle May 27\, 2024. (The Coronado Times)\n  \n\n\nCoronado Honors Those Who Gave All During Memorial Day Service
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/coronado-memorial-day-ceremony/
LOCATION:Star Park\, 1100 Star Park Circle\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250526T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250526T160000
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SUMMARY:Magnolia Project Shopping Day for Military Personnel
DESCRIPTION:The Magnolia Project is hosting a free grocery shopping day for all military personnel: active duty\, retired veterans\, and their dependents. IDs are required\, registration is encouraged at 619-227-7222. One visit per household. \n \n  \nRELATED: \nMagnolia Project Helps Ease Food Insecurities
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/magnolia-project-shopping-day-for-military-personnel/
LOCATION:Magnolia Project\, 633 9th Street\, Imperial Beach\, CA\, 91932\, United States
CATEGORIES:Philanthropy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T103000
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SUMMARY:Pickleball Beginner Clinics
DESCRIPTION:Use or create an Impact activities account to register at impactca.clubautomation.com. \nPart 1: intro to pickleball with focus on stroke development\nPart2: (optional class) stroke development / court positioning / game play \n \n 
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/pickleball-beginner-clinics-2-7/
LOCATION:Coronado Cays Pickleball Courts\, 99 Grand Caribe Isle\, Coronado\, 92118
CATEGORIES:sports,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T203000
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SUMMARY:CIFF Classic Film "The Godfather" (1972)
DESCRIPTION:Coronado Island Film Festival will bring one of the greatest and most influential movies ever made to the big screen at Coronado’s Village Theatre on Wednesday\, May 28. Doors open at 4:45 (early\, due to the length of the film) for a complimentary glass of wine\, with the feature to start promptly at 5:30. Tickets are $15 and are available now at coronadofilmfest.com. \n“The Godfather\,” released in 1972\, was based on the 1969 bestselling novel written by Mario Puzo\, who co-wrote the screenplay with the film’s director\, Francis Ford Coppola. Their efforts won the 1973 Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. \nIt was nominated for eleven Oscars total\, winning three. In addition to Best Screenplay\, it was named Best Picture and Best Actor for Marlon Brando. \nThe film’s amazing ensemble cast includes Marlon Brando\, Al Pacino\, James Caan\, Richard Castellano\, Robert Duvall\, Sterling Hayden\, John Marley\, Richard Conte\, and Diane Keaton. Pacino\, Caan and Duvall received Supporting Actor nominations\, and Coppola was nominated as Best Director. From the start\, this movie was resoundingly successful with critics\, with audiences\, and at the box office. \nFrancis Ford Coppola was 32 years old and relatively unproven as a director at the time. Paramount Pictures questioned and complained about many of his decisions\, worried about budget\, the schedule\, and Coppola’s unusual directorial style. They even hired another director to observe him on the set. As it turned out\, he finished on time\, under budget\, and the rest is history. \nWith the very skilled Coppola at the helm\, members of the ruthless Mafia Corleone family became the “good guys” to us. We knew them and rooted for them (as opposed to their equally ruthless Five Mafia Family rivals). With this film\, the new “gangster genre” of film and television was born and apparently here to stay. There surely would have been no Tony Soprano if Vito Corleone and Family had not come first. \n“The Godfather” is a masterpiece. It gets everything right: a gangster flick overflowing with life\, rich with emotion\, stunning cinematography\, spot-on writing\, perfect music\, and brilliant acting. And\, of course\, there’s Francis Ford Coppola. \nCIFF is pleased to bring a classic film to the big screen in your neighborhood theatre every month\, always on the last Wednesday. Mark your calendars now for a hilarious change of pace as we present the beloved comedy\, “Moonstruck” on June 25. Tickets for it and the entire lineup are available in advance on our website at coronadofilm.com.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/ciff-classic-film-the-godfather-1972/
LOCATION:Village Theatre\, 820 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:entertainment,film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T190000
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SUMMARY:AI Agents for Everyone: How to Use Them and Why They Matter
DESCRIPTION:In this engaging and accessible lecture\, we’ll explore the growing world of AI agents—what they are\, how they work\, and how they’re becoming tools in everyday life. From simplifying personal tasks to transforming workplaces\, AI agents are no longer reserved for tech experts. Learn how to interact with these intelligent tools\, integrate them into your routine\, and understand the societal impact they carry. Whether you’re a curious beginner or looking to stay ahead in a tech-driven world\, this session will empower you with the knowledge to make AI work for you. \nSheldon Yu is a PhD Candidate at UC San Diego\, advised by Professor Julian McAuley. His research focuses on recommender systems and large language models (LLM).
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/ai-agents-for-everyone-how-to-use-them-and-why-they-matter/
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:20250529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T170000
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SUMMARY:"Fragments of Change" Public Art Mosaic Unveiling
DESCRIPTION:Coronado High School art students help put the finishing touches on a large-scale mosaic along Sixth Street. The 23 foot tall art piece is titled “Fragments of Change” and represents over ten months of work by CHS students. A public unveiling for the community will take place on Thursday\, May 29 at 5pm. L-R: Sarah Alari\, Brianna Hoak\, Kristin Smith\, Sofia Martinez\, Edie Alicandri\, Skiter Aurelia Chappel (safety consultant)\, Mia Coronado. Image: CUSD\n“Fragments of Change\,” a striking new public mosaic designed and created by students at Coronado High School\, will be officially unveiled on Thursday\, May 29\, 2025\, at 5 pm at 6th Ave and D Street. The community is invited to attend the celebration. \n  \n  \nMore details: \nCoronado’s Newest Public Art Installation Created by High School Students
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/fragments-of-change-public-art-mosaic-unveiling/
LOCATION:Coronado High School (CHS)\, 650 D Avenue\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:art,community,education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T213000
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SUMMARY:Anchored in Courage: A Benefit for Ukraine’s Defenders
DESCRIPTION:Coronado Yacht Club to Host Fundraising Dinner Honoring Ukraine’s Veterans and Supporters\n \nOn Thursday\, May 29\, Shield of Freedom will host Anchored in Courage at the Coronado Yacht Club\, a moving evening of unity\, gratitude\, and purpose in support of Ukrainian defenders. Shield of Freedom is a nonprofit providing essential aid and life-saving equipment to those defending Ukraine’s sovereignty and freedom. \nThe event will feature a sunset reception on the marina (6:30–7:30 PM)\, followed by a dinner program (7:30–9:30 PM) highlighting personal stories from the front lines\, live Ukrainian music\, a silent auction\, and tributes to veterans\, volunteers\, and donors who have played vital roles in Ukraine’s fight for freedom. \n“This event is about honoring courage and dedication — both on the battlefield and in the hearts of those here who support this just cause from across the ocean” said Mira Rubin\, President of Shield of Freedom. “We are proud to bring the community together to uplift Ukrainian voices and raise critical funds at a pivotal time in the war.” \nHighlights of the evening include:\n\nGuest speakers\, including Ukrainian war veteran Andriy Smolensky\, who lost both arms and his sight when a mortar shell exploded in front of him when he served in a drone reconnaissance unit on the frontline.\nMusical performances by acclaimed Ukrainian artists\nA curated silent and live auction\nCenterpieces and thank-you cards created in collaboration with Ukrainian schoolchildren\nComplimentary beer or wine with dinner; full cash bar available\n\nTicket Options: \n\n$120 VIP Reception + Dinner (includes early access and keynote interaction)\nVarious Sponsorship levels available include complimentary tickets)\n\nAll proceeds support Shield of Freedom\, a grassroots nonprofit with no government grants and a strong track record of delivering frontline aid such as medical gear\, night vision\, anti-drone equipment\, and more. The organization partners with House of Ukraine in Balboa Park for awareness events and engages in weekly advocacy and Ukrainian cultural programming in San Diego and beyond. \nThe event is open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to reserve seats early as space is limited. \nTo purchase tickets or make a donation\, visit: shieldoffreedom.org/anchored-in-courage \nLearn more about Shield of Freedom at: www.shieldoffreedom.org
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/anchored-in-courage-a-benefit-for-ukraines-defenders/
LOCATION:Coronado Yacht Club\, 1631 Strand Way\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,entertainment,food and drink,music,Philanthropy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T130000
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SUMMARY:The Kundert Trio Concert
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of rich\, sonorous harmony as the The Kundert Trio —a captivating ensemble of three violas— presents a concert celebrating the lyrical depth and warm resonance of the often-overlooked middle voice of the string family. \n \nAbout The Kundert Trio:  \nLynne Ramsey was First Assistant Principal Viola of the Cleveland Orchestra for 35 years and was the holder of the Charles and Janet Kimball Chair\, the first woman to hold that position. Prior to this appointment she was Principal Viola of the St. Paul chamber Orchestra and Principal viola of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. She was also the 2014 recipient of the Maurice W. Riley Award from the American Viola Society. During her tenure with the SPCO she performed concerti and chamber music with Pinchas Zuckerman in Carnegie hall\, the Ravinia Festival as well as on tour in the United States. In 1986 she was the first foreigner to perform the Walton Viola Concerto with the Beijing Central Philharmonic in their new concert hall. She is in demand as a teacher\, having taught at the Oberlin conservatory\, Duquesne University and presently at the Cleveland Institute of Music. During the summers she teachers and performs regularly in summer festivals including Domaine Forget in Canada\, The Chautauqua Institute\, Encore for Strings\, The Interlochen Intensive Viola Week and the Karen Tuttle Workshop. She formerly taught at the Aspen Music Festival\, performed as Principal Viola in the Aspen Festival Orchestra and also performed frequently on their chamber music series. She has won prizes in international competitions including the Lionel Tertis Competition on the Isle of Man\, the Bryan Young Artist Competition as well as winning the Juilliard Concerto Competition. \nMs. Ramsey is a graduate of the Juilliard School with a BM and MM in Viola performance. Ms. Ramsey studied with Karen Tuttle and Ramon Scavelli. \nKirsten Docter is associate professor of viola and chamber music at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music. First prize wins at the Primrose International and American String Teachers Association Viola Competitions launched her on a career that includes a 23-year tenure with the Cavani Quartet\, concerts on major series and festivals\, and numerous appointments as a master class clinician and teacher. \nFestival appearances include performances at the Aspen Music Festival\, Banff Centre for the Arts\, Yale Summer School of Music and Art at Norfolk\, and the Seattle Chamber Music Society. She has collaborated with Itzhak Perlman\, Jaime Laredo\, Alisa Weilerstein\, Stephanie Blythe\, Nathan Gunn\, Alessio Bax\, and members of the Cleveland\, Juilliard\, Takács\, Emerson\, Borodin\, and Amadeus string quartets. Her work can be heard on the Azica\, Albany\, New World\, and Gasparo labels. \nDocter formerly served on the chamber music and viola faculty of the Cleveland Institute of Music and the University of Michigan. She has been a jury member of the Primrose International Viola\, Fischoff National Chamber Music\, and Sphinx competitions. In the summer she serves on the viola faculty of the Perlman Music Program. \nA true renaissance spirit\, Ellen Craig has built a varied career spanning music\, travel\, technology\, and hospitality. She began as a classical violist\, graduating from Oberlin College and Conservatory and earning her master’s degree from Rice University. Her performance career included years with the Toledo Symphony\, where she brought depth and elegance to the orchestral stage. With a natural gift for planning and an eye for detail\, she transitioned into luxury travel design\, crafting bespoke journeys across the world. Her path then led into technology project management\, where she coordinated complex digital initiatives. Today\, she is the owner of a boutique hotel in Italy\, reflecting her family’s 1000-year-old history in the region. There\, she offers five-star hospitality in a setting rich with culture and legacy. Each chapter of her career reflects her dedication to beauty\, excellence\, and connection.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/the-kundert-trio-concert/
LOCATION:Winn Room\, Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,entertainment,music
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SUMMARY:Master Chorale Presents Finale Concert "Mixtape"
DESCRIPTION:After 29 years\, the San Diego Master Chorale returns to Coronado for “MIXTAPE: The Ultimate Playlist\,” a one-of-a-kind concert on Saturday\, May 31\, 4 pm at the Coronado Performing Arts Center\, 650 D Ave. \nMusic Director John K. Russell took the unusual step of sending 300 song titles to audience members to choose their favorites from a multitude of genres from around the world: classical\, pop\, Broadway\, hymns\, and folk songs\, culminating in an unforgettable event of musical favorites. A few of the winners include Yesterday by The Beatles\, Shenandoah\, selections from Mozart’s Requiem\, and Billy Joel’s And So It Goes. Surprises await the audience as they enjoy “write-in requests\,” bonus tracks\, and a live audience vote for the encore! \n \nSince 1961\, the San Diego Master Chorale has presented inspiring and exhilarating performances throughout San Diego County. Featuring 130 of the region’s finest singers\, the Chorale performs classical masterworks\, new music by contemporary composers\, and diverse works under the direction of Russell. \nEach year\, they reach tens of thousands of listeners\, both on stage and off\, through live performances across San Diego\, including collaborations with the San Diego Symphony and Mainly Mozart Festival\, and through broadcasts on San Diego’s NPR station\, KPBS. The mission of SD Master Chorale is to connect all people to the joy of professional-caliber live choral music and enrich lives by sharing what we have in common — our voice. \nFor more information on tickets\, visit sdmasterchorale.org.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/master-chorale-presents-finale-concert-mixtape/
LOCATION:Coronado Performing Arts Center\, 650 D Avenue\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:entertainment,music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
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SUMMARY:Plein Air Demonstration by Local Artist Jim Nix
DESCRIPTION:Jim Nix\, courtesy photo.\nA free Plein Air Demonstration by local artist Jim Nix is to be held on Sunday\, June 1 at 10:30 am in Spreckels Park. Jim is a prominent local artist who paints mainly Plein Air or “From Life”-generally outdoors. For those interested in learning his techniques\, he will be giving a live demonstration of how he begins a painting – starting with his set up\, equipment\, selection of subject matter and early sketches. Jim’s medium is oil on canvas. \nJim is a juried member of the Coronado Art in the Park Association and will be in the park selling his paintings alongside other juried Plein Air artists including Mary Hale and Katie Karosich. \nBring your gear and come out and paint with these inspiring artists after Jim’s demo. \nThese artists are kicking off a first ever local Plein Air show to be held at the Coronado Library August 10 through November 2. An opening party will be Sunday\, August 10 from 2 to 4  pm. For further information contact Mary Hale. \n 
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/plein-air-demonstration-by-local-artist-jim-nix/
LOCATION:Spreckels Park\, 601 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
CREATED:20250506T155054Z
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SUMMARY:Concert in the Park: Laurie Beebe Lewis & The Electric Underground
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URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/concert-in-the-park-laurie-beebe-lewis-the-electric-underground/
LOCATION:Spreckels Park\, 601 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:entertainment,family,music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
CREATED:20250530T051852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T000701Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Viet Thanh Nguyen
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coronado Public Library as we welcome Pulitzer Prize winner Viet Thanh Nguyen. He’ll discuss his newest title To Save and To Destroy\, a moving\, personal meditation on otherness and a call for political solidarity\, with Lily Hoang. Originally given as a series of Norton lectures\, these captivating essays earned a starred review from Library Journal as ‘[a]n essential addition for collections about the process and theory of writing\, authors of diverse backgrounds\, and particularly the experiences of Asian Americans\, immigrants\, and refugees in the United States.” \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 To Save and To Destroy through Warwick’s bookstore. Please visit https://www.warwicks.com/nguyen-2025-reserved-seat or call the store at 858-454-0347 for more information. \n\nAbout Viet Thanh Nguyen \nViet Thanh Nguyen is the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Sympathizer\, Nothing Ever Dies\, and\, most recently\, To Save and to Destroy. A recipient of the MacArthur Foundation and Guggenheim fellowships and a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences\, Nguyen is Aerol Arnold Chair of English and Professor of American Studies and Ethnicity at the University of Southern California. \nAbout To Save and To Destroy \nBorn in war-ravaged Vietnam\, Viet Nguyen arrived in the United States as a child refugee in 1975. The Nguyen family would soon move to San Jose\, California\, where the author grew up\, attending UC Berkeley in the aftermath of the shocking murder of Vincent Chin\, which shaped the political sensibilities of a new generation of Asian Americans. \nThe essays here\, delivered originally as the prestigious Norton Lectures\, proffer a new answer to a classic literary question: What does the outsider mean to literary writing? Over the course of six captivating and moving chapters\, Nguyen explores the idea of being an outsider through lenses that are\, by turns\, literary\, historical\, political\, and familial. \nEach piece moves between writers who influenced Nguyen’s craft and weaves in the haunting story of his late mother’s mental illness. Nguyen unfolds the novels and nonfiction of Herman Melville\, F. Scott Fitzgerald\, Ralph Ellison\, William Carlos Williams\, and Maxine Hong Kingston\, until aesthetic theories give way to pressing concerns raised by war and politics. What is a writer’s responsibility in a time of violence? Should we celebrate fiction that gives voice to the voiceless–or do we confront the forces that render millions voiceless in the first place? What are the burdens and pleasures of the “minor” writer in any society? Unsatisfied with the modest inclusion accorded to “model minorities” such as Asian Americans\, Nguyen sets the agenda for a more radical and disquieting solidarity with those whose lives have been devastated by imperialism and forever wars. \nAbout Lily Hoang \nLily Hoang is the author of eight books\, including most recently A Knock at the Door (Texas Review Press’s Innovative Prose Series)\, Underneath (winner of the Red Hen Press Fiction Award)\, A Bestiary (PEN/USA Non-Fiction Award finalist)\, and Changing (recipient of a PEN/Open Books Award). She is a Professor of Literature at UC San Diego\, where she teaches in their MFA in Writing.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/an-evening-with-viet-thanh-nguyen/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:books,community,education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
CREATED:20250504T234625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T234625Z
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SUMMARY:Elder Abuse Presentation
DESCRIPTION:June is World Elder Abuse Awareness Month\, a time to raise awareness and take action against a growing issue affecting older adults in our communities. Many people are unaware of just how widespread elder abuse is—or how to recognize and report it. As a result\, these harmful acts often go unnoticed and unreported\, continuing to rise across San Diego County. \nJoin us at the John D. Spreckels Center on Friday\, June 6 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm for a free\, informative presentation led by the County of San Diego’s Aging & Independence Services. Learn the facts about elder abuse\, discover the warning signs to watch and listen for\, and find out how you can play a role in preventing it. \nThis one-hour session is open to all and is especially important for older adults\, caregivers\, family members\, neighbors\, and community advocates. By starting the conversation and spreading awareness\, we can create a stronger\, safer\, and more informed community. \nTo register\, please visit ca-coronado.civicrec.com\, call 619-522-7343\, or stop by the Spreckels Center front desk. \nTake a stand against elder abuse—because protecting our elders starts with awareness.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/elder-abuse-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:20250606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
CREATED:20250522T044732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T203620Z
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SUMMARY:Coronado Rally for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:More than 6 million veterans and their families receive essential support from the Department of Veterans Affairs\, including medical care\, education programs\, and pensions to support them and their families. \nOn June 6\, the 81st anniversary of D-Day\, military veterans and their supporters plan to rally in support of veterans’ rights on the National Mall in Washington\, DC\, and in state capitals across the country. \nIn Coronado\, a group of veterans\, family members\, and their supporters plan to rally on the same day to defend veterans’ benefits and pay tribute to their sacrifices amidst President Donald Trump’s calls for reforms and downsizing of the VA. The rally will take place beginning at Spreckels Park in Coronado\, and then they will march along Orange Avenue to 4th Street. \nOrganizers and supporters of the event explained how the cuts will impact them in this video: \n \nThe rally is in memory of Coronado resident John Pottridge\, a twice-wounded Vietnam War veteran who passed away May 17\, 2025. \nLEARN MORE: \nCoronado Veterans & Supporters Will Take to the Streets to Defend Veterans Benefits
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/coronado-rally-for-veterans/
LOCATION:Spreckels Park\, 601 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
CREATED:20250605T204242Z
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SUMMARY:Adopt-A-Pet Day -- Fees Waived
DESCRIPTION:Fees waived at many California shelters\, including PAWS of Coronado\, on the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day. \nLEARN MORE: \nPAWS of Coronado Waives Adoption Fees on California Adopt-a-Pet Day\, Saturday\, June 7\, 2025
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/adopt-a-pet-day-fees-waived/
LOCATION:PAWS of Coronado\, 1395 First Street\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
CREATED:20250602T210622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T210622Z
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SUMMARY:Beach Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:(The Coronado Times)\nJoin us Saturday June 7 from 9 to 11 a.m. to help clean up Central Beach. Bring work gloves and buckets and pickers if you have them. Emerald Keepers will have extras on hand. Look for the Emerald Keepers flag near the main lifeguard tower. \nCome for all two hours or just part of the time. It’s a great way to start off the day and meet other Emerald Keepers. See you there!
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/beach-cleanup-3/
LOCATION:Coronado Central Beach\, 600 Ocean Boulevard\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community
ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Keepers":MAILTO:info@emeraldkeepers.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250608T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250608T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
CREATED:20250506T155405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T041934Z
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SUMMARY:Concert in the Park: Navy Band Southwest\, 32nd Street Brass Band
DESCRIPTION:Navy Band Southwest’s\n32nd Street Brass Band\n \nAlways a fan favorite at Concerts in the Park\, Navy Band Southwest’s 32nd Street Brass Band brings premier musical talent and a strong emotional connection to our community’s largest and most visible institution. With over 90 years of service in San Diego\, the band is one of the Navy’s and region’s finest and oldest continuing musical organizations. \nUnder the direction of MU2 Cameron Clements\, the Lieutenant New Orleans-style brass band is located onboard Naval Base San Diego\, and serves the military and civilian communities throughout the Southwestern United States. The band averages over 600 performances a year including at professional sporting events and community concert series like ours. \nWebsite: Navy Band Southwest’s 32nd Street Brass Band
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/concert-in-the-park-navy-band-southwest-32nd-street-brass-band/
LOCATION:Spreckels Park\, 601 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:entertainment,family,music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250609T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250609T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
CREATED:20250529T192141Z
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SUMMARY:Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Dinner
DESCRIPTION: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. \nVice Admiral John Wade\, Commander U.S. Third Fleet will be the guest speaker. \nCommander U.S. Third Fleet Vice Admiral John Wade to Speak at MOAA Meeting
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/military-officers-association-of-america-moaa-dinner/
LOCATION:Coronado Yacht Club\, 1631 Strand Way\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:food and drink,meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
CREATED:20250531T195621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T023633Z
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SUMMARY:Crafty Hour: Mini Art Paintings
DESCRIPTION:Feeling crafty? Join us on the second Tuesday of every month for arts and crafts. \nIn the month of June\, we’ll be making our own mini art masterpieces! Participants will have the chance to have their paintings displayed in the library’s mini museum of art. \nThis program is for adults over the age of 18. Registration is not required but recommended. 
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/crafty-hour-mini-art-paintings/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:art,craft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
CREATED:20250531T212405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T212405Z
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SUMMARY:Jet Trails & Tall Tales: Vincent “Jell-O” Aiello Discusses "Through the Yellow Visor"
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coronado Public Library for a high-octane evening with Vincent “Jell-O” Aiello\, former TOPGUN instructor\, combat pilot\, and host of the popular Fighter Pilot Podcast\, as he shares stories from his gripping memoir\, Through the Yellow Visor. \nMore than just dogfights and flybys\, Aiello’s book offers an unfiltered look into the real world of naval aviation — where grit\, resilience\, and teamwork matter more than ego. From flight school challenges to combat missions over Iraq\, his journey reveals the human side of life at Mach speed. \nDon’t miss this chance to meet the man behind the mic\, hear what it’s really like to land on a moving aircraft carrier\, and get a signed copy of the book that podcast fans have been waiting for. \n\nAbout the Book:  \nRide Along with a Real Top Gun and Get His View from the Cockpit \nYou’ve heard him as host of the Fighter Pilot Podcast. More than 100k listeners have been waiting for this book. \nNow ride along. From the cockpit of a Navy jet circling overhead\, an aircraft carrier — 1\,000 feet long and displacing 98\,000 tons — looks no bigger than a child’s toy. No wonder the fighter pilots call it a boat. Try landing on one of these bucking broncos without boltering. \nTOPGUN instructor and seasoned naval aviator\, E. Vincent “Jell-O” Aiello takes readers on an exhilarating flight from being a wide-eyed eight-year-old peering into a jet’s cockpit at the Point Mugu Airshow to flying one. Not the Hollywood version by any means\, Vincent explains his tough\, terrifying\, and trusted path to flying America’s war planes. \nFrom flying F/A-18 Hornets on missions worldwide\, to serving in Iraq and Afghanistan\, to teaching the art of air combat at TOPGUN\, Jell-O brings you into the adrenaline-fueled world of naval aviation while proving that persistence is a pilot’s most valuable skill. \nAfter retiring from the Navy with more than 3\,800 flight hours and 700 carrier landings\, Vincent\, now an airline pilot\, hosts the popular Fighter Pilot Podcast\, where he explores the fascinating world of air combat with stimulating revelations about: \n\nThe complex\, multi-million-dollar aircraft\,\nThe lethal weapons systems they employ\, and\nThe fearless people who protect our country every single day.\n\nThis is the personal story of a boy with big dreams who became the man behind the yellow visor. \nAbout the Author: \nCommander Aiello is native of California. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from the University of California\, Los Angeles and was commissioned through the Navy ROTC Program in August 1992. Commander Aiello attended Navy pilot training and was awarded the coveted wings of gold in August 1995. Following initial training in the F/A-18 Hornet with VMFAT-101 at MCAS El Toro\, Santa Ana\, California\, Commander Aiello’s first operational assignment was with VFA86 at NAS Cecil Field in Jacksonville\, Florida. During this tour he deployed to the Arabian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH aboard the aircraft carriers USS GEORGE WASHINGTON and USS JOHN F. KENNEDY. \nIn 2000\, Commander Aiello reported to the Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center at NAS Fallon\, Nevada where he attended the Navy Fighter Weapons School\, or TOPGUN\, and remained on the staff as an instructor. In 2003 he was assigned to VFA97 in NAS Lemoore\, California where he deployed to the Arabian Gulf aboard the carrier USS NIMITZ in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. In 2004 Commander Aiello attended the School of Naval Aviation Safety at the Naval Postgraduate School before reporting to VFA-94 in Lemoore for his department head tour. In 2005 he again deployed aboard NIMITZ to the Western Pacific and Arabian Gulf in support of OIF. \nCommander Aiello reported to the Strike Fighter Weapons School\, Pacific at Lemoore in 2006 and remained until 2009 when he was assigned to the staff of Carrier Air Wing FIVE in NAF Atsugi\, Japan where he deployed to the Western Pacific aboard GEORGE WASHINGTON. Commander Aiello’s next assignment came in 2010 to the staff of Commander\, U.S. THIRD Fleet\, San Diego\, California where he deployed to Afghanistan as an ‘individual augmentee’ with a Joint Special Operations Command task force in support of Operation ALLIED FORCE. During this assignment Commander Aiello completed a Masters of Business Administration degree from the Colorado State University in Fort Collins\, Colorado. \nIn 2013 Commander Aiello returned to NSAWC in Fallon where he served as Program Manager for the Navy’s F-16 adversary fleet. In 2015 Commander Aiello reported to the Fleet Readiness Center Southwest at NAS North Island\, California where he served as the F/A-18 Integrated Project Team Military Program Manager and F/A18A-F Hornet and Super Hornet functional check pilot. \nCommander Aiello retired from the US Navy in March 2017 following nearly 25 years of faithful and honorable service. He accrued 3\,800 total flight hours including 3\,200 in all models of the F/A-18 and nearly 200 in the F-16A/B. He has flown more than 70 combat missions over Iraq and performed over 700 carrier-arrested landings. His decorations include two Meritorious Service Medals\, three Air Medals\, four Navy Commendation Medals\, and numerous personal and unit decorations. \nCommander Aiello is married to the former Beth Grimm of Rogers\, Arkansas; they reside in Coronado with their three sons: Slater\, Anthony\, and Dawson.
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/jet-trails-tall-tales-vincent-jell-o-aiello-discusses-through-the-yellow-visor/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:books,education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250613T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100937
CREATED:20250531T212554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T011315Z
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SUMMARY:Flag Day Concert Featuring Navy Band Southwest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spirit of Old Glory a day early with an uplifting afternoon of music as the Coronado Public Library proudly hosts the Woodwind Quartet of Navy Band Southwest on Friday\, June 13. \nSettle into the Winn Room and let these accomplished Navy musicians fill the air with patriotic favorites and summertime classics — perfect for tapping toes\, stirring memories\, and honoring those who have served. The concert is free\, fully accessible\, and specially timed so our community’s seniors and veterans can enjoy a relaxing\, air-conditioned getaway while connecting with neighbors and fellow patriots. \nBring a friend\, wear your red-white-and-blue\, and help us strike up the band as we salute Flag Day together!
URL:https://coronadotimes.com/event/flag-day-concert-featuring-navy-band-southwest/
LOCATION:Coronado Public Library\, 640 Orange Ave\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,entertainment,music
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