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This event is in the "Senior" group

Drop-In Monthly Chess Club for Adults

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adult, Senior
Gaming
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

The Library hosts open chess play on the second Thursday of every month between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. in the Winn Room.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Coronado Community READ Event: More Than Specimens: Inside the Nat's Bird Collection

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult, Senior
Coronado Community READ, Featured
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Coronado Community READ, Featured
Event Details:

How do scientists identify a species from a single feather fragment? Phil Unitt from the San Diego Natural History Museum will share the history and modern applications of the museum's bird collection.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Drop-In Tech Help

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Technology Class, Workshop
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Class, Workshop

Library App. Workshop

The Library has several apps you can use to get eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, eComics, and even an app to learn a new language. Come find out how they work, and don’t forget to bring your device!

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Rotary Youth Instrumental Music Semi-Finals

2:00pm–4:30pm
Teen, Adult, Senior
Performance, Reception
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Senior
Program Type: Performance, Reception
Event Details:

The purpose of the 2026 Rotary Youth Instrumental Music Competition is to determine and recognize the 14-18 year old student musicians demonstrating the highest level of instrumental excellence in talent, training and love for music.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Drop-In Tech Help

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult
Technology Class
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Drop-In to get tech help from a librarian. Don't forget your device!

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Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Free And Open

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Mystery Book Club: Daisy Darker

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Book Club, Discussion
Registration Required
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Book Club, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Coronado Public Library's Mystery Book club will meet regularly on the 3rd Monday of each month. Receive reminder emails about our meeting by registering below. Registration is encouraged but not required. 

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Coronado Community READ Book Discussion: The Feather Detective

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult, Senior
Coronado Community READ
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Coronado Community READ
Event Details:

Join us for one of our book discussions focusing on The Feather Detective by Chris Sweeney. Engage with fellow readers as we explore its themes, characters, and the reasons why it was chosen as the 2026 Coronado Community READ. 

This event is in the "Adult" group
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

This history play chronicles the political turmoil in England, focusing on the power struggles among nobles, the rise of the Duke of York, and the rebellion led by Jack Cade.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

An Evening with Cynthia d’Aprix Sweeney

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adult, Senior
Author Event, Cultural Arts, Featured
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Author Event, Cultural Arts, Featured
Event Details:

See Cynthia d’Aprix Sweeney as she discusses and signs her new book, Lake Effect, in conversation with Madhushree Ghosh. A witty, insightful novel about love, desire, and the complicated bond between mothers and da

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregivers Support Group

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adult, Senior
Discussion, Health
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Ruby Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Discussion, Health
Event Details:

This in-person meeting is for care partners actively caring for individuals with memory loss. Meetings are held on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month and led by a trained facilitator from Alzheimer's San Diego.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Meet new friends and enjoy a shared appreciation for flowers!  Free and open to the public. This month...

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Coronado Community READ Event: At Your Fingerprints Forensic Science Workshop

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult, Senior
Coronado Community READ, Featured, Workshop
Registration Required
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Coronado Community READ, Featured, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

This workshop will provide a brief overview of the forensic science disciplines with a focus on fingerprint analysis.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

San Diego Storytelling Festival

All Day
Adult, Senior, All Ages
Cultural Arts, Featured, Performance, Workshop
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior, All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Arts, Featured, Performance, Workshop
Event Details:

It’s back! The Storytellers of San Diego return to the Coronado Public Library for a full day celebrating the art of storytelling—and everyone is welcome. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Bridge & Bay Garden Club:

9:30am–11:00am
Adult
Meeting
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Meeting
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Coronado Community READ Event: Feathers & Form Art Workshop

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult, Senior
Coronado Community READ, Cultural Arts, Featured
Registration Required
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Coronado Community READ, Cultural Arts, Featured
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join visual artist Stacie Birky Greene for a bird drawing workshop designed for people of all levels.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Coronado Public Library's Best of the Best Book Club meets regularly on the 4th Wednesday of each month to discuss books that have won major awards. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

FILM FORUM CORONADO: "The Birds"

6:00pm–8:45pm
Adult
Coronado Community READ, Movies
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Coronado Community READ, Movies
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Crown Garden Club: Spring Floral Designs

9:30am–11:00am
Adult
Meeting
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

Spring Floral Designs presented by David Root

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Coronado Community READ Book Discussion: The Feather Detective

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Coronado Community READ
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Coronado Community READ
Event Details:

Join us for one of our book discussions focusing on The Feather Detective by Chris Sweeney. Engage with fellow readers as we explore its themes, characters, and the reasons why it was chosen as the 2026 Coronado Community READ. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Documenter Training

6:00pm–8:30pm
Adult
Civic Engagement
Registration Required
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get trained and paid to take notes at South Bay government/community meetings.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Coronado Community READ Event: Birding 101: How (and Why) to Spot Birds in Your Neighborhood

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adult, Senior
Coronado Community READ, Featured, Lecture
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Coronado Community READ, Featured, Lecture
Event Details:

Have you ever seen a bird? Then you're already a birder! Join San Diego Bird Alliance for a fun and easy introduction to the world of birds.

This event is in the "Adult" group
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Winn Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of the Coronado Roundtable

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

March Spice It Up, Coronado!

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adult, Senior
Discussion, Food and Dining
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Discussion, Food and Dining
Registration Required
Event Details:

Like a book club, but for cooking! Explore new spices each month, pick up a sample, cook at home, and discuss your creations in our monthly Zoom discussion.

For the month of March we will be sampling columbo spice blend.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Free And Open

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

San Diego Writers Festival

All Day
Adult, Senior
Author Event, Cultural Arts, Featured, Lecture, Meeting
Library Branch: Coronado Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Author Event, Cultural Arts, Featured, Lecture, Meeting
Event Details:

80+ Speakers - 32 Events - 1 Day. Keynotes, workshops, food vendors, live performances, prizes, and more!