Coronado Times

Fold for Peace: Origami Workshop
2025-09-19 11:45 - 12:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join us at the John D. Spreckels Center on Friday, September 19 from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. for a special Origami Crane Workshop in celebration of the International Day of Peace.
Learn to fold beautiful paper cranes—no experience needed! Participants will create two cranes: one to contribute to a community garland displayed at the center, and one to keep. Materials are included in the cost, which varies based on residency and senior discount eligibility. Each attendee will also receive supplies and instructions to make a garland at home.
This relaxing, hands-on workshop is a great way to connect, create, and celebrate peace together.
Space is limited, register today at coronado.ca.us/civicrec, visit the center at 1019 Seventh Street or call 619-522-7343.

Wine & Lecture: Navy Nurse Corps
2025-09-18 17:30 - 19:00 | 1000 Orange Ave, 1000 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Historical Association welcomes Captain Nancy Owen (ret.) for the next installment of the Fall 2025 Wine & Lecture Series. Captain Owen will be speaking on the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps.
Nurses have served in the Navy since 1908 in a variety of duty stations, stateside and overseas, on board hospital ships, aircraft carriers, as flight nurses, on rapidly deployable medical and surgical teams, in fleet hospitals, in the White House, and even in Yosemite National Park. Captain Owen will share experiences from her surprise and unique deployment to Zagreb, Croatia, as part of Fleet Hospital SIX in support of Operation Provide Promise in 1994.
Join us on Thursday, September 18, at 5:30 pm for a wine & cheese reception followed by the lecture from 6 to 7 pm.
Tickets are available now
Member ($15.00 each)
Non-Member ($20.00 each)
Important Registration Information: Capacity is limited and reservations are required. No walk-ins will be admitted.
If you have any questions, please email info@coronadohistory.org or call 619-435-7242.

About the Speaker:
Captain Nancy Owen received her Diploma in Nursing from Saint Joseph Hospital School of Nursing, Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 1972. In 1982 she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of San Diego, and in 1990 a Master of Science Degree in Critical Care Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania.
She joined the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps in 1972 during the Vietnam era and served for nearly twenty-five years in a variety of assignments stateside and overseas including a tour at the former U.S. Naval Hospital, Subic Bay, Republic of the Philippines. From March to August 1994, Captain Owen served as Director, Nursing Services, U.S. Fleet Hospital, Zagreb, Croatia, a 60 bed tent hospital on the tarmac of the Zagreb airport. She was one of 150 medical personnel from Fleet Hospital SIX who deployed in March 1994 in support of OPERATION PROVIDE PROMISE and over 40,000 United Nations Protection Forces in the former Republic of Yugoslavia.
Captain Owen retired from the U.S. Navy in September 1997. Her last duty station was Naval Medical Center San Diego, where she served as Special Assistant to the Commander for Patient Relations, responsible for responding to Congressional inquiries and patient letters of concern and appreciation.
Captain Owen is a longtime member of and served as President of the Navy Nurse Corps Association of Southern California from 2000-2009. She has been the editor of their newsletter, The Oakleaf, for the past 15 years. She is a member and current secretary of the California Veterans Home, Chula Vista Support Foundation, Charter Member of the Women in Military Service for America Memorial Foundation, life member of the Military Officer’s Association of America, and life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2422.
She is married to Commander Wayne Owen, Supply Corps, USN (retired). They have an adult son, Paul.

Armchair Travel: Journey Through the Canadian Rockies
2025-09-17 18:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
September’s Armchair Travel will be held on Wednesday, September 17. Presented by Stan Thorne and Brenda Jones, the program will take you on a breathtaking journey through the Canadian Rockies aboard the luxurious and world-famous Rocky Mountaineer.
Sit back and enjoy a scenic excursion featuring towering peaks, turquoise lakes, and cascading waterfalls—all from the comfort of the John D. Spreckels Center. Learn about the region’s rich history, incredible wildlife, and the unforgettable experience of traveling by rail with world-class amenities. This is truly a “Bucket List” adventure you won’t want to miss.
Join us at the John D. Spreckels Center. 1019 Seventh Street. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the presentation begins at 6:30 p.m. Pricing varies based on residency and senior discount.
Register today at coronado.ca.us/civicrec or call 619-522-7343.

College Admissions Essay Workshop
2025-09-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
5 Secrets for WINNING Personal Statement Essays
Want your college essay to stand out in a sea of applicants? Join nationally recognized college admissions and essay expert Ms. G. as she reveals her Top 5 Secrets for crafting unforgettable personal statements. Perfect for students and parents, this free workshop will cover what colleges really want, powerful hooks, essay do’s and don’ts, and real examples that got students into Yale, Brown, Duke, UCLA, and more.
Presented by Ms. Eva Goetze (Ms. G.)
Founder of College Advising Boutique | Strategic College Consultant | Career & Major Specialist
Eva Goetze, known to families as Ms. G., offers elite, personalized college advising for students of all motivation levels—whether driven or still discovering their path. With nearly two decades of experience mentoring teens and over a decade in high-level leadership roles—including former COO and three-time Chief of Staff in FinTech, AI, real estate, and marketing—Ms. G. brings sharp strategy and real-world insight to the college admissions process.
At College Advising Boutique, she combines cutting-edge tools with a deeply personalized approach, guiding families through every stage: major exploration, college list development, essay editing, and application timeline management. Ms. G. stays on the pulse of emerging careers, trending majors, and competitive admissions standards, helping students prepare not just for acceptance—but for long-term success.
Ms. G. is especially known for her essay expertise, having taught English in over four international countries and edited more than 20,000 essays and drafts. Her students’ essays have helped them gain acceptance to top-tier and highly selective schools, including Yale, Brown, Duke, Rice University, Tulane, Michigan State, Claremont McKenna, and all University of California campuses, including UCLA, UC Berkeley, and UC San Diego.
Her approach empowers students to find their authentic voice, tell powerful stories, and submit applications that rise to the top.

An Evening with Beatriz Williams
2025-09-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Public Library welcomes Beatriz Williams, New York Times and internationally bestselling author, for a talk and book signing featuring her latest novel, Under the Stars. Known for her richly detailed and emotionally resonant historical fiction, Williams has captivated readers around the world with nineteen acclaimed novels, including collaborations with authors Karen White and Lauren Willig. Her newest novel is a timeless epic of mothers and daughters, of love lost and found, and of the truths that echo down generations. Set against the backdrop of a harrowing real-life disaster from the dawn of the steamship era, the story follows the intertwined destinies of three women whose lives converge across centuries—uncovering a tangled legacy of family secrets in modern-day New England.
A 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 Under the Stars through Warwick’s bookstore. Please visit www.warwicks.com/williams-2025-reserved-seat or call the store at 858-454-0347 for more information.

About Under the Stars
When a daughter and her famous mother return to Winthrop Island to confront their complicated past, they discover a secret trove of paintings that connect them to a mysterious woman who vanished on a luxury steamship two centuries earlier.
Audrey Fisher has struggled all her life to emerge from the shadow of her famous mother by forging a career as a world-class chef. Meredith Fisher’s glamorous screen persona disguises the trauma of the tragic accident that haunts her dreams. Neither woman wants to return to the New England island they left behind and its complicated emotional ties, but Meredith has one last chance to sober up and salvage her big comeback, and where else but discreet, moneyed Winthrop Island can a famous actress spend the summer without the intrusion of other people? Until Audrey discovers an old wooden chest among the belongings of her estranged bartender father, Mike Kennedy, and the astonishing contents draw the women deep into Winthrop’s past and its many secrets… attracting the interest of their handsome neighbor, Sedge Peabody. How did a trove of paintings from one of America’s greatest artists wind up in the cellar of the Mohegan Inn? And who is the mysterious woman portrayed on every canvas?
On a stormy November night in 1846, Providence Dare flees Boston and boards the luxury steamship Atlantic one step ahead of the law… or so she believes. But when a catastrophic accident leaves the ship at the mercy of a mighty gale, Providence finds herself trapped in a deadly game of cat and mouse with the one man who knows her real identity—the detective investigating the suspicious death of her employer, the painter Henry Irving. As the Atlantic fights for her life and the rocky shore of Winthrop Island edges closer, a desperate Providence searches for her chance to escape… before the sea swallows her without a trace.

About Beatriz Williams
Beatriz Williams is the New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author of Husbands and Lovers, The Summer Wives, The Secret Life of Violet Grant, A Hundred Summers, the Wicked City series, and several other works of historical fiction, including five novels in collaboration with fellow bestselling authors Karen White and Lauren Willig. A graduate of Stanford University with an MBA in Finance from Columbia University, Beatriz worked as a communications and corporate strategy consultant in New York and London before her first novel was published in 2012. Beatriz’s books have won numerous awards, have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and appear regularly in bestseller lists around the world.
Born in Seattle, Washington, Beatriz now lives near the Connecticut shore with her husband and four children, where she divides her time between writing and laundry.

Special screening of "JAWS"
2025-09-14 13:45 - 16:00 | Village Theatre, 820 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join the Coronado Island Film Festival for a complimentary screening of “JAWS,” the 1975 classic, digitally restored film on the big screen.
Village Theatre Coronado
[Saturday, September 13 1:45 pm]
Sunday, September 14 1:45 pm
>> ARRIVE EARLY TO GET A SEAT <<<
Seating is first come, first serve and subject to availability.
Saving seats will not be allowed if there is a large crowd. Please make sure your whole group arrives at the same time.

Sneak Peek of New Terminal 1 at San Diego International Airport
2025-09-14 09:00 - 12:00 | San Diego International Airport, Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
The community is invited to explore the new Terminal 1 during an open house on Sunday, Sept. 14 prior to its official opening in late September. Photo by Reed Naliboff on Unsplash
While San Diego International Airport (SAN) puts the finishing touches on its new Terminal 1, the public is invited to get an exclusive first look during a Community Reveal: Open House on Sunday, September 14, from 9 am to 12 noon.
The free, family-friendly event offers a self-guided tour of the new terminal, which will soon welcome millions of travelers. No registration is required.
Airport staff will be available throughout the terminal to answer questions and help guide visitors during the event. Select concessions will also provide complimentary samples, giving attendees a taste of the flavors that will be available when the terminal opens in late September.
“We’re so excited to give the community the opportunity to experience firsthand all that our new Terminal 1 offers before it officially opens,” said Kimberly Becker, President & CEO of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority. “We appreciate the patience and support from our neighbors and travelers during construction. This is San Diego’s airport, and we are proud to share it with everyone.”
Parking is available in the Terminal 1 Parking Plaza. The first three hours are free with validation — be sure to bring your ticket with you. Directional signs will guide attendees to the Open House entrance, located on Level 1 of the new Terminal 1 at 3301 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego.
Learn more about SAN’s new Terminal 1.

San Diego Restaurant Week
2025-09-14 - 2025-09-21 | CA
San Diego Restaurant Week returns with over 100 participating restaurants across 30+ neighborhoods, each offering limited-time, multi-course menus designed to fit every budget and craving. Explore San Diego’s diverse culinary scene, one neighborhood at a time from September 14–21. Whether you’re looking for a great deal down the street or want to check out a new neighborhood, San Diego Restaurant Week is the perfect time to taste what makes each community unique.
“Each neighborhood in San Diego is a destination of its own, and the best way to experience them is through their food,” said Joanna Pearce, CRA San Diego Chapter Manager. “San Diego Restaurant Week is your culinary passport to explore all the flavors of America’s Finest City.”
Explore participating restaurants and start planning your flavor-packed tour of San Diego:
sandiegorestaurantweek.com

Fiesta de Coronado
2025-09-13 17:30 | Hansen Mansion, 711 A Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Rick and Katie Moore Foundation’s annual fundraiser, Fiesta de Coronado, will be held on Saturday, September 13 at the historic Hansen Mansion in Coronado. The event has raised over a million dollars during the prior nine events and numerous local causes have been beneficiaries of the fundraising.
This year’s beneficiary is the San Diego Rescue Mission whose mission is to help those experiencing homelessness. The proceeds will help the Mission to operate a new east county homeless shelter.
At check-in, you’ll hear the lovely singing voice of Ciera Fernandez as she helps to welcome guests to the Hansen Mansion. As in the past, there will be a lively cocktail hour with a hosted bar and passed appetizers. During happy hour guests will have a chance to bid on an extensive gallery of silent auction items. Executive Chef David Bland and his crew will provide a fantastic meal – from salad to dessert you will not be disappointed. As coffee and dessert are served, Donnie Dee, the executive director of SDRM, will update attendees on what’s going on at the Mission, followed by an exciting live auction with auctioneer Greg Wingard.
TICKETS
Serving San Diego county at multiple locations, we help restore the lives of people experiencing homelessness, abuse, poverty or addiction through faith-based emergency services, residential rehabilitation, programs, children services, hunger relief, and community outreach.
~ The San Diego Rescue Mission ~
Don’t miss this unforgettable night at the historic Hansen Mansion in Coronado on Saturday, Sept. 13, 5:30 pm, 711 A Avenue.
Rick and Katie Moore Foundation
501 (c)(3) ID 20-1842588

Special screening of "JAWS"
2025-09-13 13:45 - 16:00 | Village Theatre, 820 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join the Coronado Island Film Festival for a complimentary screening of “JAWS,” the 1975 classic, digitally restored film on the big screen.
Village Theatre Coronado
Saturday, September 13 1:45 pm
Sunday, September 14 1:45 pm
>> ARRIVE EARLY TO GET A SEAT <<<
Seating is first come, first serve and subject to availability.
Saving seats will not be allowed if there is a large crowd. Please make sure your whole group arrives at the same time.

Cade’s Day Fundraiser: Suicide Awareness Cornhole Tournament
2025-09-13 12:00 - 17:00 | McP’s Irish Pub, 1107 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Cade’s Day is an event that was born from the loss of Cade’s life. A cornhole tournament is held twice a year, April in Phoenix and September in Coronado. The April event celebrates Cade’s birthday, and brings the community, family, and friends together to share stories, spread awareness and prevention resources, and have an afternoon of fun. The event in September brings the community together for prevention and awareness, particularly for the Military community, as well as prevention from the tragedy the Coronado Bridge may bring. There is live music along with the tournament, as well as exceptional raffles!
The cost to play is $50. To register, donate $50 via Venmo. Include the name of the player in the memo section.
The Cade’s Day Cornhole Tournament is a fundraiser for The Cade Keller Scholarship Fund (Charles Schwab Charitable 6381-6100) which provides scholarships to students in the Welding Program Cade was attending at Mesa Community College. Furthermore, the fund provides materials and machinery needs of the program.
For more information, call or text 619-829-4645.

Pirates of the Sea with Richard Lederer
2025-09-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Union Tribune columnist and International Punster of the Year Richard Lederer will unlock a treasure chest of pirate jokes and riddles. Dr. Lederer will also reveal the origins of nautical words and phrases. Learn what happened when Bluebeard fell into the Red Sea, why pirates wear earrings, and more, as you laugh your way though Lederer’s musings.
Books will be available for sale after the show.

Crown Cup Doubles Tennis Tournament
2025-09-13 - 2025-09-14 | CA
One of Coronado’s most anticipated tennis events of the year is back this fall.
“The Crown Cup Doubles Tournament returns September 13-14, and it promises to be fun, competitive, and full of community spirit,” said Duane Weekly, Coronado Tennis Association (CTA) President. “Hosted by the Coronado Tennis Association, this is Coronado’s only locally affiliated tournament – and it’s your chance to shine while supporting a great cause. All proceeds benefit the non-profit CTA helping youth tennis programs and the local tennis community thrive.”
Winners will receive a special prize and their names engraved on the prestigious Crown Cup trophy, proudly displayed at the Coronado Tennis Center Clubhouse.
For more information visit www.coronadotennis.org or email CoronadoTennisAssociation@gmail.com.

Autumn Concert Series: Nico Hueso
2025-09-12 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 5 to October 31. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On September 12, we will have Nico Hueso performing on the viola.

Nico received his Bachelor’s of Music in performance from Kennesaw State University while studying under Atlanta Symphony violist Cathy Lynn. Mr. Hueso has also studied with renowned performers Helen Kim, Juan Ramirez, Francisco Caban, David Grimal, Elias Goldstein, and Henry Hutchinson. Hueso has participated in several prestigious music festivals including the Pablo Casals Chamber Music Festival in Prades, France, the Festival International de Huapango in Panuco, Mexico, the Programa Musica de Camera para Niños, FOSJA in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and the GMEA All College Orchestra 2011 as principal violist and soloist. Mr. Hueso has performed in master classes with the Ying Quartet, Eighth Blackbird, Pacifica Quartet, and Chilingirian Quartet, and he has been a finalist in the MTNA Chamber music competition. His extensive orchestral & chamber music experience includes performances at the Central Conservatory in Beijing, the People’s Theatre in Xi’an, and for the Confucius Institute of China, along with the Atlanta Virtuosi, Albany Symphony Orchestra, Georgia Symphony Orchestra, Old Globe Theatre, La Jolla Playhouse, Camarada Chamber Ensemble, the Athenaeum, Opera Neo, performing recitals at UCSD alongside Doctoral candidates, members of the San Diego Symphony, California Ballet, along with principal players of the New York Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony, Vienna State Opera, amongst many others.
In addition to classical viola, Hueso freelances and records in multiple genres as a violinist, guitarist, & electric bassist; he has been a guest soloist with the rock band Kansas in 2011 for their Symphony Tour, has performed with Placido Domingo, rock band Disturbed, members of Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitclán & Nuevo Tecalitclán, tribute groups commemorating artists such as Otis Redding, and has collaborated with a number of up-and-coming pop and country artists, lending his skills as both a composer and studio musician. In addition to keeping a rigorous teaching and freelancing schedule, Hueso enjoys arranging, improvising and performing chamber music with his colleagues from Atlanta, San Diego, and Puerto Rico Symphonies.

Back to School: Stress Management Presentation for Parents
2025-09-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The back-to-school season can be just as stressful for parents as it is for kids. From new routines and earlier bedtimes to homework and creating distraction-free study spaces, the transition can feel overwhelming.
To help parents navigate this busy time, Sharp Coronado Hospital will present a practical guide to managing back-to-school stress on Thursday, September 11, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Coronado Community Center.
As a bonus, children ages 5–12 can enjoy supervised activities in a separate community center classroom from 4:45–6:15 p.m., giving parents the chance to fully focus on the presentation.
Advance registration is required (Presentation #4533) at coronado.ca.us or at 619-522-7342. Direct Link: bit.ly/SharpParentEvent

Crafty Hour: Abstract Art
2025-09-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Feeling crafty? Join us on the second Tuesday of every month for arts and crafts.
In the month of September, we’ll celebrate the 175th anniversary of California by learning about and recreating art by prominent Californian artist Dorr Bothwell.
Dorr Hodgson Bothwell was an American artist, designer, educator, and world-traveler. A varied artist, Bothwell was considered a part of the Bay Area Surrealist artist scene and has paintings, drawings, collages, and prints in notable museums throughout the world.
Can’t make it to this program? Check back the day after this program is scheduled to download the instructions so you can recreate this craft at home.
This program is for adults over the age of 18. Space is limited, registration is recommended. Walk-ins will be accommodated as space permits.

Coronado Philharmonia Orchestra: Beethoven’s 5th Symphony + Young People’s Concert
2025-09-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Philharmonia Orchestra launches its 2025–26 season with a vibrant and heartwarming concert that celebrates the power of youth, artistry, and timeless musical brilliance.
Following the youth soloist showcase, which includes pieces from Grieg, Mendelssohn and Mozart, the orchestra will take audiences on a thrilling journey through Beethoven’s legendary Symphony No. 5 in C minor. With its unforgettable four-note motif and sweeping emotional arc, the Fifth Symphony stands as one of the most iconic works in the classical canon.

For the fifth consecutive season, Coronado’s own Philharmonia Orchestra is delighting concertgoers of all ages. The orchestra – led by Founder/Director Osvaldo Mendoza – is building on the momentum of their last four years. Their mission is to 1) provide at least four professional symphonic concerts a year, 2) sponsor free small venue community outreach concerts and 3) inspire and educate the youth in the fine arts.
The Coronado Philharmonia is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose goal is to enrich the cultural life of our community by providing classical repertoire performed at a professional level.

KMAC Foundation Accessible Sailing
2025-09-06 12:00 - 15:00 | Coronado Yacht Club, 1631 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
After talking August off, the KMAC Foundation is back at it to serve the San Diego community for Accessible Sailing opportunities.
Sailing and volunteer training is scheduled for the 6th and 20th of September, followed by the US SAILING Para national championship Sept. 24-28. Please come out, especially for the Paras, to see some inspiring sailors.

Autumn Concert Series: Jeremy Kurtz-Harris
2025-09-05 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 5 to October 31. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On September 5, we will have Jeremy Kurtz-Harris on the double bass, performing classical works inspired by folk music, world music, and more.

Bassist Jeremy Kurtz-Harris has a diverse musical background that includes solo, chamber, and orchestral performance. He has been the Principal Bassist of the San Diego Symphony since 2004 and has also played Guest Principal Bass with the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra and the Australian Chamber Orchestra. During 2015-16, Kurtz-Harris was an acting member of the San Francisco Symphony, performing as Principal for most of the season. He has also played Associate Principal Bass in the summers with the Sun Valley Music Festival since 2010.
Kurtz-Harris is an avid proponent of the double bass as a solo instrument. He regularly performs solo recitals, has been featured as a soloist with numerous ensembles, and recorded an album, “Sonatas and Meditations” which featured his long-time collaborator, pianist Ines Irawati. He actively encourages composers to write both solo and chamber music for bass, and has commissioned and premiered multiple works for the instrument. As a chamber musician, he has performed at La Jolla Summerfest, Carnegie’s Weill Hall, and on San Diego’s “Art of Elan” chamber series.
A graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music and Rice University, Kurtz-Harris is a dedicated pedagogue. He has been the classical bass teacher at San Diego State University since 2006, and has taught master classes in the U.S., Mexico, and Australia. He has also served as a board member for the International Society of Bassists, which fosters interaction among bassists from many countries, backgrounds, and musical genres, and also opportunities for young bassists.
In addition to his double bass performing and teaching pursuits, Kurtz-Harris also enjoys experimenting with sound design, audio recording, composing, arranging, and playing drums.
He lives with his wife and two children in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego.

Write Your Story: Memoir 101
2025-09-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Public Library and the San Diego Writers Festival will host a series of writing workshops this fall. Each focused on a different topic, writers both new and experienced will find new strategies to hone their craft. Writers who attend a workshop will have the opportunity to have the entry fee waived if they choose to participate in Acorn Publishing Debut Author contest (details available here.)
This month, attendees will learn the art of memoir writing. Are you seeking a way to transform the stories of your life into a compelling, page-turning memoir? Join Tracy J. Jones, developmental editor and writing coach, for a fun, interactive writing workshop that will educate and inspire your own memoir-writing journey.
Topics include:

The difference between a memoir, a personal essay, and an autobiography
Identifying your memoir’s container
What’s your character arc?
How to identify your memoir’s theme
A checklist for effective scene writing

This event will take place via Zoom. Register to receive the Zoom link for this event.

Tracy J. Jones is a content writer, developmental editor, writing coach, and International Memoir Writers Association president. She co-produces the San Diego Memoir Showcase and co-edits the award-winning anthology, Shaking the Tree: brazen. short. memoir. Tracy is a co-instructor for the Memoir Certificate program at San Diego Writers, Ink, and runs three writing groups. She is currently working on her memoir, Starting Over at Ground Zero.

Concert in the Park: Crown Town
2025-08-31 17:00 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Courtesy photo
Coronado’s own Matt Heinecke has been playing gigs in our town since he was a freshman at Coronado High School. His unique style of guitar draws on a wide range of influences, including folk, classical, rock, jazz, country and bluegrass.
Over a 20+ year career of professional performances the singer-songwriter has been featured everywhere from Coronado coffee shops to the studios of Los Angeles and Nashville. In addition to a full performance schedule, he is the band director of the Coronado Unified School District, preparing a new generation of artists for our stage and well beyond.
Crown Town

Avanti Flute Choir Summer Concert
2025-08-30 15:00 - 16:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Avanti Flute Choir will present a Summer Concert on Saturday, August 30 at 3 p.m. in the Winn Room at Coronado Public Library, featuring Colors of the Wind from Pocahontas, Pachelbel’s Canon in D, songs by Cyndi Lauper, the Monkees, and more.

Lego Workshop for Adults: Build a Yellow Travel Suitcase
2025-08-30 10:30 - 12:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Experience a hands-on creative workshop designed for adults. Participants will be guided step-by-step through building the Lego® Yellow Travel Suitcase, a 184-piece set that’s included with registration, a $15 value you’ll take home at the end of the program. No prior Lego experience is necessary.
LEGO® Yellow Travel Suitcase
This relaxed, instructor-led session offers a unique opportunity to unwind, explore your creativity, and enjoy a fun social activity with others.
The event takes place on Saturday, August 30 from 10:30 am to noon at the John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street. The cost is $25 to $37, depending on residency status and senior discount qualification.
To register, visit coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call 619-522-7343, or stop by the center in person.
Space is limited. Advance registration is encouraged.

VFW 2422 Summer Bazaar
2025-08-30 08:00 - 14:00 | VFW Post 2422, 557 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
VFW Post 2422 will host its Summer Bazaar on August 30 from 8 am to 2 pm at the Coronado VFW hall. The event will feature food, vendors, craft cocktails and a lively market atmosphere celebrating the end of the summer season.

Midday Sound Bath
2025-08-29 12:00 - 13:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Step into a space of deep relaxation and inner calm with a Sound Bath led by instructor Lisette, on Friday, August 29, from 12 to 1 p.m. at the John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street.
This all-levels class invites participants to experience the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and other therapeutic sound tools, all designed to calm the nervous system, release tension, and restore balance.
To enhance comfort, bring a yoga mat, blanket, and pillow. Chairs will be available for those who prefer a seated option. Please plan to arrive early to settle in, as doors will close promptly at noon to maintain a peaceful atmosphere.
Cost: $23 for residents, $29 for nonresidents

To register, visit coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call 619-522-7343, or stop by the John D. Spreckels Center in person.
Space is limited, so early registration is recommended to secure your place.

Coronado Kind: Free Keynote and Community Talk
2025-08-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa, 2000 2nd St, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Motivational speaker John Polo will be giving a free speech on kindness at the Coronado Island Marriott Resort on Thursday, Aug. 28 with the simple goal of bringing more kindness to the world and to his community.

About John
John Polo is a keynote speaker, best-selling author and international coach.
In January of 2016, John became a widower after his amazing wife Michelle died of cancer.
Michelle was 30 at the time of her passing and John was 31.
From the rubble of everything that he once knew, consumed by desperation and despair, John held on long enough until he found his hope. And he slowly rebuilt.
Today John helps others through his social media, books, workshops, speeches and podcasts.
From grief to dating, self-growth and everything in between, John offers a style that is not only effective, but also very personal and unique.
John is the author of four books, host of two podcasts and has worked with clients on more than 5,000 coaching sessions. He has been featured on People.com, NBC, The Huffington Post, Yahoo, Fox and more.
Despite suffering from some life-long social anxiety, John’s favorite aspect of his career is public speaking.
Learn more here.

CIFF Monthly Classic Film: "Shakespeare in Love" (1998)
2025-08-27 17:30 - 20:00 | Village Theatre, 820 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Island Film Festival’s monthly classic film for August is 1998’s “Shakespeare in Love” starring Joseph Fiennes, Gwyneth Paltrow, Geoffrey Rush, Tom Wilkinson, Judi Dench, Imelda Staunton; and directed by John Madden.
Young Shakespeare is forced to stage his latest comedy, “Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate’s Daughter,” before it’s even written. When a lovely noblewoman auditions for a role, they fall into forbidden love — and his play finds a new life (and title). As their relationship progresses, Shakespeare’s comedy soon transforms into tragedy.
5 pm THEATER DOORS OPEN*
5:30 pm PRESENTATION STARTS
*One Adult beverage is offered.
Please plan to be seated by 5:20pm
Due to the high demand and frequent sellouts of the screenings, CIFF strongly recommends purchasing tickets online in advance. Please arrive early to secure your seat and indulge in refreshments before the show begins.

CSA Summer Picnic Luncheon
2025-08-27 12:30 - 14:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Senior Association presents a Summer Picnic Luncheon on Aug. 27, from 12:30 to 2 pm in the Spreckels Center Grand Room.
The cost is $5, and includes fried chicken, potato salad, coleslaw, and watermelon.
For reservations, call 619-522-7343 or pay at the front desk of the Spreckels Center (1019 Seventh Street) prior to the day of the luncheon.

Workshop: A Day in the Life of an Opera Singer
2025-08-27 11:00 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Have you ever wondered why some singers are universally loved, and what makes their voices so captivating? Or, perhaps you’ve wondered whether you could learn to develop your own voice. Find out on Wednesday, August 27, at 11 am in the Winn Room, in a journey into the extraordinary world of professional singing with soprano Gabriella Rodmac. Sponsored by the Cultural Arts Commission and Coronado Public Library, the event is free and open to the public.
August 16, 2025. Gabriella Rodmac performed in “An Operatic Tribute” in the Winn Room. Photo by Dawn Richards
Gabriella, who divides her work between Italy and San Diego, first wowed Coronado audiences three years ago with a Valentine’s Day concert, “Seasons of Love,” at the Spreckels Center, followed by last year’s solo performance of an “Operatic Tribute to Tosti” in the Winn Room. Last week, she again filled the Winn Room’s Summer Festival Concert with “An Afternoon of Opera.”
Soprano Gabriella Rodmac performs in the Winn Room’s Summer Concert Series. Photo by Dawn Richards
Of course, each person’s voice and musical preference is unique. The field of music psychology explores the many factors influencing how music is perceived, performed, and responded to. For example, genre preferences can be shaped by one’s geographical region, cultural background, and personality traits, such as being an introvert or extrovert. People may connect with music that resonates with their personal experiences or evokes significant memories. An evocative ballad can draw us into the song, creating a “narrative transportation,” where we feel personally involved in the story.
A singer’s particular voice brings yet another dimension to listeners’ appeal. As a follow-up to last week’s concert, Rodmac is presenting the 60-minute interactive workshop for audiences to discover why vocalists like Luciano Pavarotti, Maria Callas, and Frank Sinatra continue to move audiences decades after their performances.
As she explains, it’s “both the objective technical standards and subjective artistry that make each singer unique, proving that while vocal training is a precise science, great singing remains beautifully, mysteriously human.”
The soprano will also provide a glimpse into the daily life of an opera singer, showing what it takes to transform the human voice into a “superhuman instrument capable of filling opera houses without amplification.” She’ll dish on daily vocal exercises, along with warm-ups and wind-downs for pre- and post performances, plus the linguistic mastery and athletic discipline required to run through grueling opera productions. Listening to comparisons will help participants develop their ear and learn to distinguish between good and great voices. Then, those who are serious about singing will have the chance to participate in a few professional vocal warm-ups and perhaps even try a snippet of a song together, followed by professional tips on how to develop their own singing abilities. And for those not quite ready for using their own voices, they have the option to simply sit back, listen, and enjoy.
You won’t want to miss this unusual and engaging workshop. As Gabriella assures us, “No musical background required—just bring your curiosity!”
Written by Dawn Richards

Who's Afraid of Intelligent Tools?: Autonomous Systems, Guardian Angel Systems, and the Dangers of Cognitive Offloading
2025-08-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
As artificial intelligence and autonomous systems increasingly permeate our daily lives, we face new questions about trust, dependence, and the erosion of critical thinking. University of San Diego’s Dr. Darby Vickers explores the the psychological and ethical consequences of offloading human judgment to machines.
