The San Diego Mandolin Orchestra will present a concert of holiday music on Friday, Dec. 8 at 3:30 p.m. in the Winn Room at Coronado Public Library. Registration is not required for this concert and admission is first-come, first-served until room capacity is reached. More than 50 years The Orchestra has played for more than […]
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Library to present Hanukkah and Santa storytimes
Coronado Public Library will present two special holiday storytimes in place of the regular storytimes, to celebrate the holidays. Both storytimes will take place in the library’s children’s area at 11 a.m. On Tuesday, Dec. 12, guest storytime host Ms. Zeldi will share the story of Hanukkah. This interactive storytime includes songs, some treats and […]
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Holiday Ikebana demonstration by Marina Khudobina
Get some tips for festive natural decor from Marina Khudobina, who will present a special holiday version of her Ikebana demonstration on Thursday, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. in the Winn Room at the Coronado Public Library. Ikebana is the art of Japanese flower arrangement. It can be done by anyone, any time, anywhere. Ikebana […]
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College Board recognizes Coronado High Advanced Placement program
Coronado High School was recognized with a Silver Award by the College Board in its 2023 AP School Honor Roll. “We are very happy that our AP program was recognized by the College Board and proud of our dedicated educators and bright, hardworking students,” CHS Principal Karin Mellina said. “The AP program at CHS is […]
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San Diego Foundation releases giving guide for grassroots organizations
Designed for local donors, the guide highlights minority-led nonprofits that have partnered with San Diego’s largest community foundation.
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Assemblywoman Boerner presents $150,000 check to Coronado Library
California State Assemblymember Tasha Boerner presented a $150,000 check to the Coronado Public Library on Nov. 29. Boerner, whose 77th Assembly District includes Coronado, secured the funding as part of the 2023 state budget. The money will be used to create two study rooms and refurbish the library’s historic reading room into an event space. […]
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Here are the winners for the Turkey Coloring Contest
Nine Coronado children won the City of Coronado’s Recreation & Golf Services annual Turkey Coloring Contest. The event, sponsored by the Coronado Junior Woman’s Club, ran from Oct. 1 to Nov. 1. The holiday tradition provides the opportunity for local elementary school children in kindergarten through fifth grade to compose colorful Thanksgiving masterpieces with crayons, […]
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Pet of the Week: Xena, a female tabby, searching for calm home
Xena, a 1-year-old female tabby cat, is a vision of grace and quiet beauty, according to PAWS of Coronado. This lovely feline, with her striking tabby markings, is seeking a patient and understanding companion who can appreciate the delicate spirit that lies beneath her reserved exterior. PAWS says Xena is searching for a calm and […]
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‘R-E-S-P-E-C-T-F-U-L-L-Y Christmas’ playing at Lamb’s Players Theatre
The cast of Lamb’s musical hits “R-E-S-P-E-C-T” and “Million Dollar Quartet” are coming together for a joyous revue of great Christmas songs and carols through Dec. 24, producers say. The program features Angela Chatelain Avila, Bryan Barbarin, Katherine Chatman, Michael Louis Cusimano, Charles Evans Jr., Caitie Grady, Steve Gouveia, Sydney Joyner, Leonard Patton, Ben Read, […]
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Coronado Police “arrest” baby sea lion on Thanksgiving night
The Coronado Police Department made an unlikely “arrest” on Thanksgiving night. Police were called about a baby sea lion that was crossing the southbound lanes of California State Route near Leyte Road. When officers arrived on the scene, they found a sea lion that was ushered across the road by a pair of motorists who […]
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Maske top runner for Islanders at girls’ state cross country meet
Coronado’s freshmen carried the day at Woodward Park at the California State Championships in Fresno on Nov. 25. Coronado’s young team consisted of four freshmen, one sophomore, and one junior. It was the girls’ team’s 30th trip since 1987 to state, either as a team or as individual qualifiers. according to Coach George Green. Coronado’s […]
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Ho, Ho, Ho! Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting is 6 p.m. on Dec. 1
One of Coronado’s top events — the 48th annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting — starts at 6 p.m. on Dec. 1. According to the Coronado Chamber of Commerce, attendees will experience a display of seasonal colors, twinkling lights and festive music down the streets of Coronado. The parade make its way from 7th Street […]
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53rd Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights set for Dec. 10 and 17
This year, for the sixth time, the parade will proceed to the pier at Cesar Chavez Park before making the turn to Coronado, giving spectators another area to view the parade.
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Local events in December
7 December: An Evening with Author Douglas Preston is presented by the Coronado Public Library and Warwick’s bookstore. Preston will be discussing and signing his new book “The Lost Tomb: And Other Real-Life Stories of Bones, Burials, and Murder” in conversation with Steve Elkins at 7 p.m. in the library’s Winn Room. Preston worked as a writer and editor […]
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Pet(s) of the Week: Stevie and Wonder called to say they love you
Meet Stevie and Wonder, two charming male cats who know what friends are for. They would be overjoyed to have a new home as they have been through thick and thin together. And they are so loveable, they would just purr to say I love you. They are living for the city or country, as […]
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New 2024 Coronado Fourth of July board, executives sworn in
Coronado Fourth of July (CFOJ) has announced its Board of Directors and the election of Jamie Hartnett as the 2024 president. The new executive committee will ensure CFOJ’s continued success and effectiveness in its mission to produce and execute an inspirational, family-friendly community experience celebrating our nation’s Independence Day, organizers said. The CFOJ board of […]