The Coronado Chamber of Commerce will be hosting Celebrate Coronado on Thursday, July 14 from 5-8pm at the Coronado Community Center in the Nautilus Room. This annual event is a community-wide celebration as the Chamber honors our city and the local heroes who protect us: Coronado’s firefighters, police officers, lifeguards and city employees. This year’s Islander theme pays homage to Mayor Casey Tanaka, who will also be honored at the event. Guest are encouraged to wear Hawaiian apparel and will be served and “Islander” themed menu from numerous local restaurants, as well as the signature drink of the evening, a Mai Tai.
“Our goal was to make this year’s event more of a true celebration, a fun evening that reflects our local community,” Executive Director Sue Gillingham said. “We can’t wait to celebrate Island style with tropical cuisine, hula dancers and even a ukulele band!”
This event serves as the Chamber’s Annual Community Awards, including the local Police Officer of the Year, Firefighter of the Year, Lifeguard of the Year, and the newly introduced City Employee of the Year. Additionally, the Chamber will induct their 2016-2017 Board of Directors and will present their selected Volunteer of the Year and Lewis R. Hardy, Jr. Award for service to the community.
All are invited to attend this celebratory evening, and tickets are now on sale for just $50. Tickets include the local restaurant showcase dinner, a signature drink and the night’s entertainment. There will also be a cash bar and opportunity prizes from a variety of local businesses up for grabs, including a two-night stay at the Hotel del Coronado with spa services and brunch for two.
The Chamber is also offering the opportunity to “Host a Hero” at the event. For just $50, you can purchase a ticket so that a Coronado firefighter, police officer, lifeguard or city employee can attend the event, thrown in their honor, for free.
“It’s a great way to show our appreciation for all the heroes around this town who work so hard for us every day,” said Gillingham.
The Chamber would like to give a special thanks to the Hotel del Coronado for their support as the event’s main “Celebration Sponsor,” as well as to Bella Beverage, Coronado Eagle & Journal and Crown City Photography for their sponsorships. Businesses interested in sponsoring the event or donating to the raffle are encouraged to call the Chamber office.
Get your Hawaiian shirts ready for a fun evening full of hula, tropical cocktails, island themed cuisine and celebrating our city! Learn more and reserve your space today at www.coronadochamber.com/celebrate-coronado-community-awards.html or by calling the Chamber office. Any questions or requests for further information can be directed to the Chamber staff at 619-435-9260 or [email protected].
