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Please join us at the Coronado Public Library on Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m. for an evening with author Adrián Áv...
10/22/2026

Please join us at the Coronado Public Library on Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m. for an evening with author Adrián Ávila, who will present Mirar, an exploration of what it means to truly see the world around us. Ávila’s writing encourages us to slow down, look past the obvious, and notice the stories and feelings we often miss in daily life. During the talk, he will discuss how observation, reflection, and wonder can help us find new meaning in the familiar and better understand ourselves and the world. The program will be in both English and Spanish. This free event is open to everyone. Seating is first-come, first-served, subject to availability.
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https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/sv-hold-47494

The 30th annual Harvest Hoedown brought the community together for a day of games, crafts, music, and family fun. Hosted...
10/20/2026

The 30th annual Harvest Hoedown brought the community together for a day of games, crafts, music, and family fun. Hosted by the Village Elementary PTO and Del Coronado Realty, the event is a longtime Coronado tradition that also raises funds for the school.
 
The Coronado Public Library and Recreation Services joined in the festivities with a prize wheel, children’s crafts, and information about upcoming programs. Thanks to everyone who helped organize the event and came out to enjoy the day!

10/20/2026

Enjoy a moment of musical elegance with pianist Irina Bessonova! Last Friday, she performed a wonderful mix of classical, Romantic, and pop music at the Library. In this video, she brings Tchaikovsky’s Waltz of the Flowers from the beloved ballet The Nutcracker (1892) to life on piano.

🎻 Coming up this Friday: Join us for a performance by violinist Pei-Chun Tsai, featuring classical and chamber music repertoire.

📅 Friday, October 23, at 1 p.m.
📍 Winn Room, Coronado Public Library

Admission is free, thanks to the City of Coronado and the Friends of the Coronado Public Library. Doors open at 12:45 p.m.; seating is first come, first seated.

Come enjoy live music with us!

10/19/2026

Some yeses and no-nos for your next library visit.

Love the Coronado Public Library? Help shape its future. The City is recruiting for the Library Board of Trustees. Trust...
10/19/2026

Love the Coronado Public Library? Help shape its future.

The City is recruiting for the Library Board of Trustees. Trustees advise City Council on library matters, review the library’s budget and policies, and help decide how library trust funds are used.

Apply now to be considered at the November 3 City Council meeting: coronado.ca.us/boards

Show off your Swiftie knowledge! Play solo or with a team and prove you're ready for it.
10/17/2026

Show off your Swiftie knowledge! Play solo or with a team and prove you're ready for it.

Cheesy horror films are often dismissed as eyeroll-worthy or, at best, campy nostalgia, but are rarely seen as criticall...
10/15/2026

Cheesy horror films are often dismissed as eyeroll-worthy or, at best, campy nostalgia, but are rarely seen as critically brilliant or culturally significant art. Join us on Thursday, October 22 at 6 PM when Dr. Phillip Serrato of San Diego State University will argue otherwise, uncovering real substance in these films and inviting broader, richer ways to enjoy and appreciate them.

Games & Grub was all about having fun and spending time with friends! Teens played their favorite games, grabbed some sn...
10/15/2026

Games & Grub was all about having fun and spending time with friends! Teens played their favorite games, grabbed some snacks, and even got creative in front of the camera with some fun poses. Games and Grub happens the third Wednesday of each month, don’t miss our next one on October 21.

🦋 Yesterday at Tinker Tuesday, kids explored the amazing migration of monarch butterflies and created their own butterfl...
10/15/2026

🦋 Yesterday at Tinker Tuesday, kids explored the amazing migration of monarch butterflies and created their own butterfly ring crafts! It was a fun afternoon of creativity, and hands-on STEAM discovery.

Next up: Fizzy Dinosaur Eggs! 🦖💥 Celebrate National Dinosaur Month with us on Tuesday, October 20, as we use a cool chemical reaction to hatch dinosaur eggs and take home our very own dinosaur friends.

📅 Tuesday, Oct. 20 📅 3:30–4:30 p.m.

🔗 Register today and join the fun at the Coronado Public Library!
https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/tinker-tuesday-37151

With school out last Monday, kids spent their day off getting creative at the Library during Maker’s Monday: Craft the D...
10/14/2026

With school out last Monday, kids spent their day off getting creative at the Library during Maker’s Monday: Craft the Day Away! 🎨 They explored different art supplies, let their imaginations run wild, and made creations of their own.

Up next: dig into clay with Maker’s Monday: Sculpt a Gargoyle! Join Ms. Wendy for a hands-on adventure and shape your own magical creature from quick-dry clay. 🐉

📅 Monday, Oct. 19 | 3:30–4:30 p.m. | Geared toward kids ages 7 and up

Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome if space allows. Parents and caregivers do not need to register.

🔗 Sign up today to save your child’s spot!
https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/makers-monday-sculpt-49132

Last week, the Library was full of Halloween fun. Tweens decorated spooky cookies and watched a classic movie, while tee...
10/12/2026

Last week, the Library was full of Halloween fun. Tweens decorated spooky cookies and watched a classic movie, while teens showed off their skills in our Halloween Cupcake Wars. There was creativity everywhere, from tasty treats to friendly competition.

Teens and tweens, we have more Library adventures coming up. Join us for Tween Takeovers, teen activities, crafts, games, and more. Keep an eye on our calendar and come hang out with us!!

The Library’s Autumn Concert Series continues to provide high-quality live music for the community. Last Friday, flutist...
10/12/2026

The Library’s Autumn Concert Series continues to provide high-quality live music for the community. Last Friday, flutist, improviser, and composer Wilfrido Terrazas delivered an experimental performance influenced by Mexican folk traditions and poetry.

The next performance will feature pianist Irina Bessonova on Friday, October 16, at 1 p.m. The concert will take place in the Winn Room.

Admission is free, supported by the City of Coronado and the Friends of the Coronado Public Library. Doors will open at 12:45 p.m., with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.

We kicked off some early spooky fun at the Library! 🧙‍♀️ Our Little Explorers enjoyed a bubbling good time with foamy se...
10/09/2026

We kicked off some early spooky fun at the Library! 🧙‍♀️ Our Little Explorers enjoyed a bubbling good time with foamy sensory play, colorful chickpea foam, and tiny duckies. These hands-on activities help little ones explore and build sensory skills through play.

Don’t forget to save this post and mark your calendar for Thursday, November 12. Little Explorers will be back with a Baby Rave full of music, lights, toys, and lots of baby-sized fun! 🎶✨

This week brought plenty of creativity and hands-on fun! 🎨 Kids crafted their own witch hats at Makers Monday and made p...
10/08/2026

This week brought plenty of creativity and hands-on fun! 🎨 Kids crafted their own witch hats at Makers Monday and made paper cup rockets for Tinker Tuesday. Next week, join us for Craft the Day Away on Monday, Oct. 12, and learn about monarch migration while making a Butterfly Ring on Tuesday, Oct. 13. 🚀🦋

Join us for our next Teens Create on Wednesday, October 14, at 3:30 p.m. Teens can use colorful pony beads to create pix...
10/07/2026

Join us for our next Teens Create on Wednesday, October 14, at 3:30 p.m. Teens can use colorful pony beads to create pixelated pictures, follow provided patterns, or design their own unique creations. Teens Create is our twice-monthly S.T.E.A.M. program for students in grades 6–12, held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month. 📚💡

Last Friday, the Coronado Public Library’s Autumn Concert Series came alive with the vibrant sounds of jazz as guitarist...
10/06/2026

Last Friday, the Coronado Public Library’s Autumn Concert Series came alive with the vibrant sounds of jazz as guitarist Alex Ciavarelli took the stage. Alex captivated the crowd with a soulful set inspired by his San Diego roots and his love for legendary jazz artists. We are grateful to everyone who shared in this memorable afternoon with us!

The concert series continues this Friday, October 9, at 1 p.m. with flutist, improviser, composer, and educator Wilfrido Terrazas performing in the Winn Room. Originally from Ensenada, Mexico, and now living in San Diego, Wilfrido will blend experimental improvisation with Mexican folk traditions and poetry. This unique concert is free for everyone, thanks to the City of Coronado and the Friends of the Coronado Public Library. Doors open at 12:45 p.m., so come early for the best seats.

10/03/2026

Our newest exhibit has just been installed. Members of the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians (Rincon Tribe) provided a behind-the-scenes perspective as they prepare Luiseño People & Traditions: Living Our Heritage at the Coronado Public Library.

Curated by the Rincon Tribal Museum (Wa$xayam Pomki Museum), the exhibit highlights the history, culture, knowledge, and ongoing traditions of the Luiseño people. We invite you to the opening reception on Saturday, October 10, at 1:30 p.m., featuring the Cahuilla Bird Singers and light refreshments. All are welcome to engage with and learn more about this living heritage.

You might find your next favorite book today! 🍀📚 The Friends Collection, sponsored by the Friends of the Coronado Public...
10/02/2026

You might find your next favorite book today! 🍀📚 The Friends Collection, sponsored by the Friends of the Coronado Public Library, offers popular and in-demand titles that are usually hard to get without a wait. With this collection, you don’t have to place a hold. Just visit the Friends Collection table in the Adult Area, check out what’s available, and take your lucky pick home!

Teens celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month at this week’s Lotería for Teens, enjoying candy prizes and participating in th...
10/01/2026

Teens celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month at this week’s Lotería for Teens, enjoying candy prizes and participating in this traditional Mexican game of chance.

Next week, things get sweeter! The upcoming Teen Cupcake Wars will take place on Wednesday, October 7, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. This Halloween-themed cupcake-decorating contest will award prizes to the winners. Supplies are limited to the first 24 participants. The event is open to students in grades 6–12.

It might be hot outside, but it's always cool at the Library! Grab a book or magazine, catch up on the newspaper, use th...
10/01/2026

It might be hot outside, but it's always cool at the Library!

Grab a book or magazine, catch up on the newspaper, use the free WiFi, work on a puzzle with the kids, or just find a comfy spot and enjoy the A/C.

Stay for a few minutes or a few hours, we're open seven days a week! Visit cplevents.org to learn more about all the library has to offer.

This week’s Makers Monday session provided children with an engaging and creative experience! 🦖🎨 As part of the ongoing ...
09/30/2026

This week’s Makers Monday session provided children with an engaging and creative experience! 🦖🎨 As part of the ongoing hands-on program, this month’s activity celebrated National Dinosaur Month by guiding participants in creating colorful dinosaur art using grated crayons, wax paper, and heat. The afternoon encouraged creativity, exploration, and plenty of fun! ✨

Don’t miss our next Makers Monday program, “Witchy Paper Plate Hats,” on Monday, October 5. 🎃👒

Join award-winning historian Dr. Sandra E. Bonura for the launch of her new book, The Zoo Lady: How Belle Benchley Built...
09/30/2026

Join award-winning historian Dr. Sandra E. Bonura for the launch of her new book, The Zoo Lady: How Belle Benchley Built the San Diego Zoo on Saturday, October 3! Through rare photos, archival film and historic radio broadcasts, discover how Benchley became the world’s first female zoo director and transformed a struggling local menagerie into the world-renowned San Diego Zoo.

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