Coronado Times

Free Interactive STEM Show for Families
2025-07-09 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Nautilus Room, Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Get ready for a science-filled adventure the whole family will love! Join Science Heroes at the Coronado Community Center on Wednesday, July 9 at 12 PM for “Adventure of the Missing Color”—a FREE interactive STEM show packed with exciting experiments and theatrical storytelling.
Kids will be amazed by hands-on science fun exploring chemical reactions, air pressure, and explosive physics! This unique blend of education and entertainment will keep them engaged from start to finish. Happening in the Nautilus Room, this is a can’t-miss event for curious minds of all ages!
For more info, call 619-522-7342.

Crafty Hour: Beaded Succulents
2025-07-08 18:30 - 19:30 | 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.
Don’t have much of a green thumb? You’re in luck because in July, we’ll be making our own succulents that will never die! Made out of beads, these beautiful plants will add a touch of greenery to any home.
This program is for adults over the age of 18. Registration is not required but recommended.

Concert in the Park: Nate Nathan & the MacDaddy-O's
2025-07-06 18:00 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Nate Nathan has a passion for music. As an outlet for this passion, he gathered some of his musically-inclined friends, including Betsy Ganz and his guitar teacher and friend Doug Mann, and started a band. As Nate’s desire to play increased, he asked Doug to take the band to “the next level.” Doug gathered some of the most experienced and world class musicians that the Southwest has to offer, including members of the Herndon Bros Band, The Sunpunchers, Michael ‘Gonzo’ Gonzales, and many others – and the current 13 piece juggernaut of musical talent was born: Nate Nathan & The MacDaddyOs!
The group often shares their dedication and affection for the gift of music through many philanthropic performances. Join Nate and his friends for a unique musical extravaganza, as they play your classic rock favorites and some great original tunes by the band.
Pre-event:
5:15-5:45 pm Kat Dugas’ Fairy Princess Disney Show
Coronado Promenade Concerts

CHS Class of 1975 50-Year Reunion
2025-07-05 17:00 - 22:00 | Coronado Yacht Club, 1631 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The 50-Year Reunion for the Coronado High School Class of 1975 will be held July 4-6, 2025. The main event will be at the Coronado Yacht Club on Saturday, July 5 from 5 to 10 pm. Tickets* for the main event are $120 and include include appetizes, a taco bar, music and a digital memory book.
* Tickets will NOT be available at the door
The 4th of July parade on Friday will include a Class of ’75 float, and we’ll stake out an area for a class picnic during Sunday evening’s concert in the park with Nate Nathan & the MacDaddy-O’s – BYO picnic (look for the CHS Class of 1975 banner).
Visit reunionDB.com to RSVP and purchase tickets:

Click on the green “find me” button at the top of the homepage. (On your cell phone, use the “touch here for tickets” button)
Type in your Last/Maiden Name and Legal First Name if needed.
Click on your record and follow the prompts.

Join our Facebook group, coronadohs75.
Whether you are planning to attend or not, please update your bio information at the ReunionDB website. Just click on your photo to tell us about yourself, family, interests, job, etc. If we have your email, you will receive a Digital Memory Book after the event.
QUESTIONS? Email coronadohs75@gmail.com

5th of July Bay Clean Up
2025-07-05 06:00 - 08:00 | CA
Join Emerald Keepers and the Coronado Fourth of July committee bright and early on July 5 to help remove fireworks debris from the golf course. Meet at 6 am sharp at the intersection of Glorietta Boulevard and Vista Place. With a big group of volunteers, we should be finished by 8 am.
Please bring your buckets and pickers. Emerald Keepers will also have supplies on hand. If you are a paddler, consider going out early to look for floating debris around Sting Ray Point and toward the bridge.

Crown City Classic 2025
2025-07-04 07:00 | Tidelands Park, 2000 Mullinex Drive, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
1977 race. Photo courtesy Easy Day Sports.
The Crown City Classic will be held on Friday July 4, 2025.
It includes the following events: 12K, 5K, Kids Half Mile, Virtual 12K, Charity 12K – $200 fundraising commitment, Charity 5K – $200 fundraising commitment, and Virtual 5K.
Crown City Classic 2024. Photo: RWBMultiMedia
Races begin at 7 a.m. beneath the largest American flag on the West Coast. Participants will race along scenic Glorietta Boulevard with views of downtown San Diego and the Coronado Bridge, finishing at Tidelands Park. The Kids Half Mile starts at 8:30 a.m. inside the park.
Register Here
Race Day Timeline*
5:30am – Race Day Registration Opens
6:40am – 12K Walkers Option start
7:00am – 12K / 5K Races Begin
8:30am – Kids Half Mile
8:45am – Awards Ceremony
*2025 times subject to change.
Start Line Location:
Coronado Tidelands Park
2000 Mullinex Dr, Coronado, CA 92111

Crown City Summer Fitness Challenge
2025-07-04 - 2025-09-01 | CA
A Virtual Event presented by the Optimist Club of Coronado

Registration is now open for the inaugural fitness event that runs from July 4 through Labor Day, Sept. 1. The entry fee is $50 and sign up is available at the top of the Optimist Club home page at optimistclubofcoronado.org.
This is something new for Coronado – sort of. During the pandemic, in 2020, the City of Coronado sponsored a “virtual” activity challenge celebrating the 130th birthday of Coronado. Over 1,800 individuals and 140 teams participated in that event. Virtual means that a participant performs one or more of their favorite physical activities, then logs the amount of time it took on a website ’activities entry’ page for the event. The site keeps track of how all participants are doing, with results displayed and continually updated.
One of the fun things about a virtual event is that individuals can participate even if they are not in Coronado — family members for example, or people who travel. Even deployed service members could form a team or be part of a family team. Already signed up is a team that calls themselves the “Price Club.” Heading up that team is renown Coronado resident, Peggy Price, 102 years young! Her son Jimmy said that when her name and birth date were entered, the website kept asking if her birth date was correct before finally accepting it. Of course, teams from a variety of clubs in Coronado are most welcome.
Fundraising is a primary goal but so are having fun and staying physically fit. “Hours-per-Week” is the primary measure of achievement: Bronze – 1 hour; Silver – 2 hours; Gold – 3 hours; and Diamond – 4 hours or more. The challenge is appropriate for anyone regardless of age or health situation. A variety of fitness activities are included in the challenge with obvious differences in the stress levels associated with each. Several awards, individual and team, will take these differences into account.
Once registered, simply log your time doing fitness activities during the 60-day period. An awards celebration is planned for Saturday, Sept. 6 at 9 am in Spreckels Park.
The Optimist Club would greatly appreciate your participation in this event and hopes that it turns into a fun annual summer event. And remember, all the funds raised will assist youth of Coronado in reaching their full potential.

Coronado 4th of July
2025-07-04 | Coronado, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Visit our dedicated 4th of July page for a detailed timeline of the festivities and celebrations:
Coronado 4th of July Schedule

Coronado All-Class Reunion
2025-07-03 19:30 | Feast & Fareway, 2000 Visalia Row, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
On Thursday, July 3, the award-winning 58-year-old local group West Coast Iron Works will perform at Coronado’s All-Class Reunion. The event takes place at Feast and Fareway, located at the Coronado Municipal Golf Course, and begins at 7:30 pm. The entry fee is $10, or $25 which includes a wristband for food.

Circumnavigation 2025
2025-07-03 18:30 | Star Park, 1100 Star Park Circle, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Photo: Elliana Johnson
Kick off your Independence Day festivities on July 3 at Circumnavigation, the annual bike ride around Coronado. The ride gets underway at 6:30 pm from Star Park and goes counter-clockwise around the island.
Image: Orange & Park

Land of the Free Event
2025-07-03 18:00 - 22:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate America’s birthday with the one and only Nate Nathan, and the Mac Daddy O’s Band at the world-famous Hotel del Coronado on the Windsor Lawn.
Tickets

Free Summer Shuttle Begins
2025-07-01 09:00 | CA
The City’s Free Summer Shuttle bus begins service on Tuesday, July 1. Join us at Spreckels Park at 9 am to launch the first ride for the 2025 summer! The Summer Shuttle provides free rides for residents and visitors in Coronado during the summer months.
This year’s Summer Shuttle service will run between July 1 and Labor Day (September 1). The Summer Shuttle program is operated by MTS and is funded by the City of Coronado. The City has offered the free service since 2013 to reduce the number of vehicles driving around town during Coronado’s busy summer season.
The Free Summer Shuttle buses run along the bus route from the Shores and City Hall through downtown and to the Ferry Landing and Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa.

Summer Shuttle Runs: July 1 – September 1, 2025
Seven Days a Week
9 AM to 8 PM in 15-minute intervals

MTS 904 Route Schedule

Pickleball Beginner Clinics
2025-06-30 09:00 - 10:30 | Coronado Cays Pickleball Courts, 99 Grand Caribe Isle, Coronado, 92118
Use or create an Impact activities account to register at impactca.clubautomation.com.
Part 1: intro to pickleball with focus on stroke development
Part2: (optional class) stroke development / court positioning / game play

Concert in the Park: American Flyboys
2025-06-29 18:00 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Big Band at its Best
American Flyboys was originally created in 2009 as a small jazz band, eventually morphing into a 20-piece Swing Jazz Band, and they have been swinging ever since.
The American Flyboys name was adopted to honor the men and women of the “Greatest Generation” who sacrificed so much while dancing and singing to this great music. While swing is their core, they will get you into the groove by playing a variety of engaging music to keep your toes tapping.
Dance Instruction before the concert, from 5:15 to 5:45 p.m.
American Flyboys

Low Tide Ride & Stride
2025-06-28 08:00 | Sunset Park, 101 Ocean Boulevard, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Rotary Club is hosting this Run, Walk, Bike event benefiting Warrior Foundation Freedom Station and other military and first responder organizations.

Celebrate the 28th Anniversary of the Low Tide Ride & Stride with a our 5K Course during the lowest tide of the month on the beach from North Beach down to the end of the Shores and back. Kick off summer with this fun, family-friendly, 5K chip-timed race. Run! Walk! Bike! Stroll! This Coronado signature event takes place along one of the top 10 beaches in the world and provides much needed funds with Local Military and First Responders being the primary beneficiaries. Drop your beach chair and reusable water bottle in Sunset Park. After the race, join the fun at Sunset Park – kick back and enjoy LIVE MUSIC, grab a snack, visit local vendors’ booths, and more.

"Summer Salads" Cooking Workshop
2025-06-27 14:00 - 15:30 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Discover Fresh Flavors at the “Summer Salads” Cooking Workshop – at the John D. Spreckels Center
(Image: The Coronado Times)
Embrace the taste of summer by learning to make fresh, seasonal salads and sides using locally-sourced ingredients. Join us for an engaging and hands-on “Summer Salads” Cooking Workshop where you’ll create vibrant dishes perfect for warm weather dining.
In this class, you’ll prepare a variety of delicious recipes including:

Tomato Feta Salad
Orzo Vegetable Pasta
Romaine with Shallot, Walnut & Pistachio Vinaigrette

All ingredients and materials are provided, and you’ll take home samples of each dish to enjoy or share!
Price
$60 – Senior Residents
$75 – Senior Nonresidents
$75 – Adult Residents
$90 – Adult Nonresidents
Sign up by:

Visiting www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec
Calling 619-522-7343
Stopping by the front desk at 1019 Seventh Street

Don’t miss this chance to enhance your culinary skills with fresh, healthy, and delicious summer salads, bring the flavors of the season to your table!

Summer Festival Concert with Club Havana
2025-06-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Heat up your afternoon with the vibrant pulse of Latin jazz when Club Havana takes over the Coronado Public Library’s Winn Room! Powered by the globe-spanning lineup of Ignacio Arango (Cuba) on bass, Yasser Cruz (Cuba) on timbales, Robert Felcher (New York) on congas, and the brilliant Turiya Mareya (Tijuana) at the piano, the group melds fiery Afro-Cuban rhythms with sleek modern harmonies. A critically acclaimed composer and one of Southern California’s most innovative—and criminally underrated—artists, Mareya will lead the band through her own genre-bending originals alongside beloved Latin-jazz standards, weaving funk, tradition, and avant-garde sparks into an irresistibly dance-worthy set. Admission is free, the vibe is electric, and the music is guaranteed to transport you straight to a sultry Havana night—come catch the groove!

Coronado Democratic Club Monthly Meeting
2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Featured Speaker: Will Rodriguez-Kennedy
Topic: Standing Up for Those Who Serve
The Coronado Democratic Club invites the community to its next general meeting on Wednesday, June 25 at the Coronado Library’s Winn Room. Our featured guest will be Will Rodriguez-Kennedy, Defense and Veteran Affairs Field Representative for Congressman Scott Peters.
Rodriguez-Kennedy will speak on “Standing Up for Those Who Serve,” a look into Congressman Peters’ long-standing commitment to our military community. Representing the 50th Congressional District, Rodriguez-Kennedy works directly with servicemembers, veterans, and their families assuring they receive the federal benefits and support they’ve earned. From navigating bureaucratic systems to advocating for stronger protections and services, his work on the ground is a vital extension of Congressman Peters’ efforts in Washington.
Doors open at 6 pm for a brief social gathering, with the program beginning promptly at 6:30 pm. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information, visit coronadodemocrats.com

Classic Film Series: "Moonstruck" (1987)
2025-06-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Village Theatre, 820 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Island Film Festival’s June Classic Film is the 1987 “Moonstruck” starring Cher and Nicolas Cage. Tickets are $15 and are available now at coronadofilmfest.com. Doors open at 5 pm for a complimentary glass of wine, followed at 5:30 by the film intro, a vintage cartoon, and the classic film you’ll be thrilled to see on the big screen.
37-year-old Italian-American widow Loretta Castorini (
Cher) believes she is unlucky in love, and so accepts a marriage proposal from her boyfriend Johnny (Danny Aiello), even though she doesn’t love him. When she meets his estranged younger brother Ronny (Nicolas Cage), an emotional and passionate man, she finds herself drawn to him. She tries to resist, but Ronny, who blames his brother for the loss of his hand, has no scruples about aggressively pursuing her while Johnny is out of the country. As Loretta falls for Ronny, she learns that she’s not the only one in her family with a secret romance.
Runtime: 1 hour 42 minutes
Director: Norman Jewison
Starring: Cher, Nicolas Cage, Vincent Gardenia, Olympia Dukakis, Danny Aiello, Julie Bovasso

Summer Family Dance Party
2025-06-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Nautilus Room, Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Get ready to move and groove at the Community Center Dance Party on Wednesday, June 25, from 12 to 1 pm. This free event is the first of our Summer Entertainment Series 2025.
Parents, grandparents, and children of all ages are invited to come and show off their moves at this one-hour, fun-filled event. Dance the day away with the DJ’s playlist packed full of kid-favorite dance songs like YMCA, ChaCha Slide, Baby Shark, Happy, Shake it Off, Chicken Dance, Hawaiian Roller Coaster (Lilo and Stitch Theme), I am a Gummy Bear, It’s Raining Tacos and more!
There’s a beat for everyone to enjoy. Come fueled up and ready for big-time fun. Whether you’re busting out your best moves or enjoying the music, this is a great way to connect, laugh, and dance. Bring your swim gear so that after dancing in the Nautilus Room, you can pay for admission to the pool for a full afternoon of dancing and swimming.
For more details call 619-522-7342.

Sunlit Scents Fragrance Workshop
2025-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join us for a guided smelling session with local perfume designer Jil Croquet. Learn how to smell a perfume properly on scent strips, what to notice, and how to apply fragrances. Get ready to smell and explore together on this fragrant journey.
Registration is required

About Jil Croquet
Bonjour, I’m Jil Croquet, a Perfume Designer from France. My lifelong passion for perfumery led me to establish my fragrance collection, “Jil CROQUET Parfum” here in San Diego when I moved to America in 2018. I gained recognition as a 2022 Award Finalist for one of my captivating scents, Great Wall Valley. I create bespoke fragrances, host Perfume Parties, and participate in various craft events including the Little Italy Farmers Markets. You can explore my boutique, a go-to destination for perfume lovers.

Concert in the Park: The Surf City Allstars
2025-06-22 18:00 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Step back in time to the sounds of the Beach Boys and Jan & Dean with The Surf City Allstars.

Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party
2025-06-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Program with a party in the park. Art, activities, snacks and more! Everyone is welcome.

Lights, Camera… Conspiracy: A.C. Adams discusses "Chasing Shadows"
2025-06-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join the Coronado Public Library and Ollie Media as they welcome author duo A.C. Adams to discuss their debut novel, a gripping tale of mystery, betrayal, and the search for truth. In Chasing Shadows, a young woman’s father disappears without warning and a cryptic message is all he leaves behind. Her quest to find him leads across continents and into a tangle of buried secrets that will shatter everything she believed about her family. The authors, veterans of the entertainment industry with backgrounds in both television and theatre, will discuss their inspirations for the book and more.
Watch the trailer for their book here.
A book signing will follow the talk. This event is free and open to the public to attend. Books will be available for sale.
About Chasing Shadows
When renowned professor Dr. Aidan Ryan vanishes without explanation, he leaves behind a haunting message revealing he has a new life and can never return. His devastated daughter Sofia embarks on a global search to uncover the truth behind her father’s disappearance. What she finds is more shocking than she could have imagined—a web of family secrets and lies that challenges everything she thought she knew.
After clues send her to Italy, Sofia reconnects with her estranged mother Ella who reveals a hidden past of trauma and deceit. When they discover Aidan’s ties to The Brotherhood, an elusive, powerful society that operates in the shadows of world affairs, Sofia and Ella become ensnared in a deadly conspiracy. Trapped in ancient catacombs beneath the Roman countryside, they must confront their mysterious captors and fight for their lives. But as they edge closer to escape, one question remains: Will Aidan choose his family or The Brotherhood?
A.C. Adams is the nom de plume of co-authors Anthony Leigh Adams and Christina Adams. They have written and produced film and television projects for studios including Disney, ABC, CBS, NBC, and OWN. Their production company, Adams Entertainment, is based in La Jolla, California. For more information about Chasing Shadows and A.C. Adams’s other projects, visit adamsentertainment.com.

Armchair Travel: Africa on Water & Foot
2025-06-18 18:30 - 20:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Africa with renowned nature and wildlife artist Fred Krakowiak. In his captivating program, The Artist’s Safari, Fred combines his artistic talent with vivid storytelling drawn from his personal safari adventures. Experience the thrill of charging elephants, close encounters with crocodiles and cape buffalo, and the joy of connecting with local communities as he teaches African children how to paint.
Through stunning visuals and engaging narration, Fred offers a one-of-a-kind perspective on the raw beauty, culture, and wildlife of Africa—bringing the safari experience to life from the comfort of your seat.
Ticket prices:

Senior (55+)

Resident $7
Nonresident: $9

Adult

Resident: $9
Nonresident: $11

All tickets are $9 at the door. Reserve your spot today for this inspiring evening of art, adventure, and cultural discovery. To register, visit coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call 619-522-7343, or stop by the Spreckels Center front desk at 1019 Seventh Street.

FILM FORUM CORONADO: "UFOria" (1985)
2025-06-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Public Library, in partnership with the Coronado Island Film Festival, presents FILM FORUM CORONADO, taking place the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the library’s Winn Room. Film expert Ralph DeLauro provides a brief introduction to each film and leads a discussion afterwards, often including pointers about how lighting or camera angles contribute to a scene’s mood or propel the story.
June 18: UFOria (1985, PG, 93 min)
A giddy, whimsically, witty ditty about the need to believe. Shelved by studio execs with cold feet, this snappy slice of contemporary Americana achieved cult status. A backwater grocery store clerk (Cindy Williams), a bogus faith healer (Harry Dean Stanton) and a hapless drifter (Fred Ward) wait on the arrival of an interplanetary Noah’s Ark.

Dog Days of Summer, Dog Run Educational Event at Cays Park
2025-06-18 15:00 - 16:00 | Coronado Cays Dog Park, 99 Grand Caribe Isle, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The City of Coronado has recently installed new signage at Cays Park to clearly define the Dog Run boundaries. To celebrate, the city, in partnership with PAWS of Coronado, is hosting a Dog Days of Summer kick-off event on Wednesday, June 18, from 3 to 4 pm.
This collaborative event will feature participation from Recreation, Police, Public Services, and PAWS of Coronado. Enjoy free dog treats provided by the Recreation Department, chat with Police Services Officers about leash laws and enforcement, and meet adoptable dogs from PAWS of Coronado.

Concert in the Park: Ron's Garage
2025-06-15 18:00 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Photo: RonsGarageBand.net
Ron’s Garage is San Diego’s go-to band for classic rock with a twist of soul. Featuring powerhouse musicians with decades of experience, this group brings an electrifying mix of timeless hits and unique musical chemistry to every stage they grace.
Founded by Ron Wheeler in the early ’90s, the band has evolved into a dynamic ensemble of top-notch talent, including Claudio Martin’s masterful guitar work, Gary Taylor’s unmatched drumming, and Phil Lean’s rock-solid bass grooves.
Whether setting the perfect vibe for a laid-back evening or turning up the energy for a show-stopping night, Ron’s Garage delivers unforgettable performances every time. Rock on with Ron’s Garage!

Walk with a Doc
2025-06-14 08:00 - 09:00 | Glorietta Bay Park, 1975 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Dr. Gina Casian, Board Certified Internal Medicine physician and Coronado resident, is passionate about protecting and improving good health and well-being, and as such is bringing this free health-promoting program to Coronado.

The walking program is a fun and safe place to take a walk (at your own pace), learn health tips from local healthcare professionals, and meet new people. The event is free and all are welcome.
Meet at the fountain, “Sea Passage” next to the Coronado Community Center, 1835 Strand Way, for a walk along Glorietta Bay Park Promenade.

Flag Day Concert Featuring Navy Band Southwest
2025-06-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
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.
Settle 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.
Bring a friend, wear your red-white-and-blue, and help us strike up the band as we salute Flag Day together!
