The upcoming Avenue of Heroes Ceremony will honor 14 veterans and active-duty service members who currently live in Coronado, or have lived or served in Coronado in the past. The ceremony on Nov. 1 will begin at 10:30 a.m. in the Coronado Performing Arts Center, located at 650 D Ave. The event is free and […]
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Calendar of events for the week of Oct. 24
25 Saturday: The San Diego Flute Guild will perform a fall member’s recital on Saturday, Oct. 25 at 2:30 p.m. in the Winn Room of the Coronado Public Library. The recital will conclude with light refreshments. 26 Sunday: The Coronado Ferry Landing is slated to host a free weekend concert featuring “Captain Morgan Lee” from […]
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Ballot drop boxes open at two Coronado locations
Two locations are available for registered voters in Coronado to drop off their ballot for the 2025 election, at the Coronado Public Library and City Hall. The ballot features Proposition 50, which would replace California’s current independent congressional districting map with a new temporary one drawn by the state legislature. Voters can bring ballots to […]
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Review: Coronado Playhouse debuts musical “Pippin”
The award-winning musical, “Pippin,” now running at the Coronado Playhouse, is chock-full of talented artists and passion. You can feel the power and preparation of the cast and crew. Creative costumes and punchy lines keep you on your toes while audience engagement makes the experience immersive. The central question resonates with nearly everyone for a […]
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Calendar of events for the week of Oct. 17
19 Sunday: The Coronado Ferry Landing is slated to host a free weekend concert at 1 p.m. on Oct. 19 featuring The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra. 21 Tuesday: The San Diego Shakespeare Society will present a staged reading of “Twelfth Night” part two at 6:30 p.m. in the Ruby Room of the Coronado Public Library, directed […]
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‘Alice by Heart’ coming to the Coronado Performing Arts Center
The Coronado School of the Arts’ musical theater and drama conservatory brings “Alice by Heart” to the stage this fall. The opening performance is at 7 p.m. on Oct. 17 at the Coronado Performing Arts Center, with additional showtimes on Oct. 18 at 7 p.m., Oct. 19 at 2 p.m., Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. […]
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Pyet DeSpain, winner of Gordon Ramsay’s Next Level Chef, coming to Coronado
Pyet DeSpain, the first winner of Gordon Ramsay’s Next Level Chef, will present her book “Rooted in Fire” at the Coronado Public Library on Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. DeSpain draws on her roots to blend the traditions of Native American and Mexican foodways with modern culinary creativity, offering private chef services and catering. At […]
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Tracy Tempest receives environmental hero award
Coronado resident Tracy Tempest was recognized by Assemblymember Tasha Boerner for an environmental hero award on Oct. 11. As a community scientist, Tempest was honored for her efforts with endangered East Pacific green sea turtles. “She collects data to emphasize the importance of protecting their foraging area in the San Diego Bay Wildlife Refuge and […]
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An afternoon with local artist Christie Curran
Local artist Christie Curran might be the coolest person you haven’t met yet (unless, of course, you already know her). She pulled up in a cream 1971 BMW 1602; its compact body, kidney grille and squared shoulders reflected Curran’s commitment to both aestheticism and practicality. Stepping out, her hair was in a tight chignon and […]
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Coronado Island Film Festival announces 2025 lineup
The Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) announced its 2025 official film lineup, marking its milestone 10th anniversary. Over five days (Nov. 5-9), CIFF will present a slate of more than 130 films across narrative features, documentaries, short films and Academy Award-contending titles. The Leonard Maltin Industry Tribute Gala, hosted by celebrated film critic and historian […]
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Sharp Coronado Hospital to host free drive-up flu shot clinic
Sharp Coronado Hospital will hold one more free flu shot clinic on Oct. 28 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Community members are welcome to drive-up, walk-up or bike-up to get a flu shot, administered by Southwestern College nursing students. Standard dose vaccines will be available at 255 Soledad Place while supplies last. Additionally, Flublok, a CDC-recommended […]
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Calendar of events for the week of Oct. 3
5 Sunday: The Coronado Fire and Police Departments are planning to host a public safety open house to kick off National Fire Prevention Week on Oct. 5. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., community members can visit the area between the fire station on Sixth Street and the police department on Seventh Street and D […]
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Coronado Terrible Orchestra begins first session
The flutist and the violinist adjust in their seats, shuffling sheet music. The cellist got caught up with work and couldn’t make it. In the rehearsal room, air conditioning rattles and the overhead lights hum, creating their own ambient music. The Coronado Terrible Orchestra is not your elite symphonic ensemble. Instead, it is made for […]
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Calendar of events for the week of Oct. 10
15 Wednesday: The 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 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 […]
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Nominations open for 2026 Community READ title
The Coronado Public Library is accepting book suggestions for the 2026 Community READ program from Oct. 1 through Oct. 15. Celebrating its 10th year, the Community READ program aims to bring the community together around one book with conversations and events in March of 2026. The winning title will be announced in January. Community members […]
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Cellist Sophie Webber to perform classical pieces with a twist
Cellist Sophie Webber will perform classical pieces with her own twist on Friday Oct. 24 at 1 p.m. as the Coronado Public Library’s Autumn Concert Series continues. Webber is an internationally-acclaimed soloist, chamber musician, arts activist and educator. She has released three albums — “Escape: Bach’s Six Suites for Solo Cello” (2018), “B2C: Bach to […]