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10| A Love Potion For All Occasions 20| Make The Moment Memorable 37| The End Of The Dining Room Alabama: 48| Birmingham, Dinner Table of the South
61| Annual Real Estate Report your favorites
23| Giving Love 29| Be Mine Valentine 44| Celebrating USO This Month 56| Island Icon Dorothy Stanley 82| The Final Word Cover photo by Hattie Foote
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The First Word Be Mine, Valentine! This month Love is in the air in Coronado, and the Coronado Magazine. Celebrate the Love of Family, Country and Neighbors as you enjoy a Love Potion for All Occasions with the E Avenue Fence Talk Group. February 4th marks the 81st birthday of the USO, Kris Grant visits Birmingham (the ‘dining room of the south’), and we consider the End of The Dining Room (as we know it) in Coronado. And that brings us to our word for the month … Curiosity. Hard to define, curiosity helps us learn as children and survive as adults. The philosopher William James suggested that curiosity is “the impulse towards better cognition.” As humans we may be unique in our seeking of answers merely for the sake of knowing. But what about curiosity & love (this is February after all) The capacity to fall in love is the foundation of our greatest gift as humans. The ability to connect and share with another, to be curious about someone for their sake of being, not our own. Curiosity is what encourages us to engage with the world around us .. to engage with the people around us .. to fall in love. Little know factoid … We are all familiar with the proverb: “Curiosity killed the cat” … but what is little known is that the original formulation of the proverb was: “Care killed the cat” - this coming from the late 1500s, with “care” understood as meaning “worry,” or “sorrow for others.” Perhaps we’ve just been using this wrong all along and very simply, love is found in being curious. Go be curious this Valentine’s Day. Dean K. Eckenroth Jr Editor & Associate Publisher
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A Love Potion for All Occasions
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By Christine Johnson As soon as January turns to February, the card and flower industry
heck is in that arrow?) Is it possible to have a complete
starts seeing red – in a good way.
life without a one-of-a-kind love
The “love” business engulfs us
story? I’m not talking about the
with jewelry commercials, and the
love of your family and friends.
feeling that if we don’t participate
I am speaking of the one-on-one
we are the most heartless (no pun
relationship love. It’s a beautiful
intended) people on the planet.
thing to have that person in your
Let’s break this down. Men have
life that you snuggle with at night,
Love Potion No. 9 Triple Berry Pomegranate Martini Love Potion No. 9 Triple Berry Pomegranate Martini might not be your ticket to happiness but it will take the edge off and brighten up your table on this Valentine’s
it easy! Make a trip to the bauble
who brings you soup when you are
store and buy something sparkly
sick, and who makes the promise
and you bring your better half
to love and cherish you till death
smiles and tears at the same time.
do us part. I am a huge fan of the
1 cup pomegranate juice
concept.
3 ounces strawberry vodka (use regular vodka for a less sweet drink)
Analyzing the female side is a little harder. While not everyone is
But is the pressure to find that
the same, we girls spend time craft-
perfect love just too much? And
ing, planning, finding the perfect
what about losing the love of your
gift - a getaway or sexy shirt for our
life and then feeling the stress of
man.
starting over? Being in love with
Then there is the women’s
love is one of the greatest feelings
somewhat devious side. I’m only
in the world. So how do we singles
exposing this because I, too, am
complete our fairytale without just
a guilty party. Sometime after the
choosing someone to fill the seat at
new year, we start dropping hints
the head of the dining room table?
to our significant other about the
I have a solution, my friends.
perfect heart day gift. “Oh that
Sometimes we need a little smoke
ring is the prettiest thing I have
and mirrors to get us through that
ever seen,” she will say as they stroll
14th day of February and I am
Orange Avenue past the jewelry
giving you a beautiful gift to make
store. Or “I just love fresh flowers
that happen.
in the house” or “my 10-year-old
This love potion is for those that
car is making the worst noises…”
have secured the love of their life,
Calculated? Or are we sincerely
for those still looking, and for the
making it easy for us to receive the
ones who are truly happy living
gifts we want?
the single life with their dogs and
Cupid is the name of the charac-
cats and being strong enough to
ter that brings love and happiness
not feel weird about it, (I don’t). As
to singles everywhere. He carries
The Clovers sang in 1959: “I had
around an arrow filled with a love
so much fun that I’m going back
potion that infects its victim with
again – Love Potion No. 9.”
affection and desire. (What the
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Day.
3 ounces Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur 2 small chunks dry ice (optional)* 2 strawberries cut into hearts for garnish (optional) Using a cocktail shaker, combine the pomegranate juice, vodka and Chambord. Shake to combine till chilled. Makes 2 servings. Place 1 small chunk of dry ice into the bottom of each glass, using metal tongs.* Pour the martini mixture over the small piece of dry ice. Wait approximately 5 minutes for dry ice to dissolve before sipping drink.* Garnish with strawberry hearts - this makes for a special Valentine’s Day look! The visual is beautiful and makes it a true love potion! * Do not touch or ingest dry ice.
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Love of Family, Country & Neighbors…
GARAN-teed By Maria Simon
What makes Coronado special is not the postcard perfect images of a world class beach, striking blue bridge, famous landmarks, and charming neighborhoods… It’s our people. Coronado is blessed with so many accomplished and generous people, American heroes, world class athletes, and good and gracious neighbors who take care of each other. Steve and Carol Garan are among our most charitable and friendly islanders - and their story of love and destiny is a perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day this month. The Garans at recent Dine and Dance Coronado Club event.
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It seems simple enough: six kids, 10 grandchildren, one great grandchild, 37 years of marriage, a comfortable retirement in a cozy house in Coronado. But high school sweethearts Steve and Carol Garan took a very circuitous route to where they are today. “We grew up in New Jersey and we went steady in high school. I was a senior and she was a freshman,” said Steve. They still have their prom photos and Carol’s dance card. “I danced every dance with him, and then we went to the Copacabana in New York until the morning,” reminisced Carol. “Our youth was actually very typical of the 1950s. The cliches are true, it was wholesome. I was an athlete - and she had Italian parents!” laughed Steve. “Her dad made sure I knew that he wanted me to bring her home exactly the same as when I took her out. And believe me I did.”
Before heading to college, Steve wanted to serve his country. He joined the Navy right after high school and served as a radarman on a ship based in Norfolk, Virginia. Carol wrote to him every single day. In addition to his love for Carol, Steve had an intense love of his country from an early age. “We were taught to love America. I joined the military after high school because I loved my country. I remember talking to my uncles when they came home from the war. They were heroes. I wanted to do my part too,” he said. Steve joined the reserves when he turned 17, during his senior year of high school. “I went to reserve meetings and then right after graduation I went on active duty in the Navy. It was during the Cold War and I was a radar man on a ship out of Norfolk,” he said. Steve was gone for almost two years and Carol, back home in Linden, New Jersey, wrote to him almost every day. “We Steve and Carol at Steve’s senior prom in Linden, New Jersey. After the dance they continued the fun at the Copacobana in New York City.
still have the letters, somehow my mom had them and saved them,” said Carol.
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Carol had always wanted to have four children and she and her then husband quickly had their first of four babies. “One day I was driving by her house and she flagged me down and introduced me to her young son, around two years old. I remember it clearly; he was standing on the seat of her car. I drove away and thought that I could never see that again. I was heartbroken and knew I had to leave town and make a life for myself,” remembered Steve. He was working as an engineer at Ford Motor Company, on the Mustang. “I just left. I drove to California with a friend. I knew nobody, had no job, and no housing. I ran out of freeway in Santa Monica, dropped off my friend, and started my new life,” said Steve. He was hired at Howard Hughes’ Tool Company and stayed in Los Angeles for two years. He got married and moved to San Diego. In 1972 Steve founded Garan Construction Company with a commitment to honesty and quality and building one custom house at a time. He and his wife adopted two children. Fast forward a couple decades and both Steve and Carol’s marriages were ending. They reconnected when Steve was back in New Jersey taking care of his ailing father. Steve told Carol about the wonderful life, and weather, in southDecades after they first fell in love, Steve and Carol finally married in 1985 in California.
ern California and she decided to move with her children to San Diego.
When Steve came home he decided he wanted to be an engineer and enrolled in the Newark College of Engineering (now NJIT), where he was captain of the baseball team. Here is where the ‘circuitous route’ comes in. Steve knew that he wanted to marry Carol, and only Carol. But with the wisdom of a 20-year-old college athlete, he thought it would be a good idea to date some college girls before settling down. He mentioned to Carol that it might be good for them both to try dating other people. Carol, though crushed at the break-up, got to it. Weeks later Carol announced that she had met someone. “It took her only a couple weeks to replace me, and it was with the most handsome guy in our high school. I was flat out stunned and cried my eyes out to my mother,” said Steve, still tearing up at the memory.
Steve and Carol with all six of their children. The family blended in 1985 when the kids were teens and they remain close knit today.
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the dream here, right now. Carol and I enjoy every day and I want to share my skill and experience at this time in my life,” said Steve, who regularly helps friends and neighbors with construction projects. In fact recently Steve, a young octogenarian, recently reached out to help his neighbor Tom, a young centenarian, with some home improvement work. Steve’s neighbor is none other than the Tom Rice - the World War II paratrooper who celebrated his 100th birthday last summer with a paraSteve and Carol trading stories in their kitchen with Tom Rice. By then Steve was a successful real estate
chute jump onto Coronado beach. Clearly age is relative with men like Steve and Tom.
al talking about how he ended up with his
“The opportunity to help anyone, family,
investor and custom home builder. He
beloved Carol and the family they made. “I
friends, neighbors, and especially an Ameri-
helped Carol and her kids settle in Califor-
love her so much.”
can hero like Tom Rice, is a privilege,”
nia. In 1985 the two high school sweet-
The Garans have been married for 37 years
reflected Steve.
hearts were finally married. “It was just
and retired in Coronado about three years
meant to be,” they said, echoing each other.
ago after moving from Poway. “We were
one day in the neighborhood and offered
“We blended a family and all the kids lived
talking one day and Carol told me that if
to help with anything he needed. I like
with us. We got along very well, even with
anything ever happened to me she wanted
to tell people that my work is ‘GARAN-
all those teenagers in the house!” laughed
to move to Coronado. I said, ‘why wait
teed’ - which also helps them remember
Carol.
until something happens to me?’ let’s do it
my name,” Steve said. “I am grateful for
now!” said Steve.
my abilities as a contractor; that’s what I
“Family is the most important thing to us. We have wonderful children and grandchil-
Carol found an empty lot, Steve built the
“I just introduced myself to [Tom Rice]
can share with people. And I have so much
dren. They are truly good, good people. All
house, and now they are continuing their
respect for him. He is an American hero, a
of them,” said Steve, who still gets emotion-
happily-ever-after. “I’m blessed, I’m living
legend.
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Steve and contractor Cris Castro with Tim during the build-out of Rice’s garage. During their conversation Tom mentioned a small problem with his bathroom. “We
Steve sharing a personal message Tom Rice wrote in a book celebrating Tom’s 100th Birthday Parachute Jump.
you.’ I gave from my heart,” said Steve.
The couple are also active members of the
Carol added, “It is because of men like
Dine and Dance Coronado Club and both
went in and it turned out to be a big prob-
Tom Rice that we are free in this country.”
lem! But we got that fixed.” Then Tom and
The Rices are among many new friends
class at SDSU and ended up in an acting
his wife Brenda mentioned that their garage
that the Garan’s have made in Coronado.
class. I loved it,” shared Carol, who still
had no storage and they couldn’t get their
The gregarious couple, whose loving and
does photo shoots and appears in commer-
car inside because everything was piled up.
comical banter sounds like a sitcom script,
cials and movies. “One time Steve brought
Steve called his friend Cris Castro, a gen-
enjoy entertaining friends and neighbors in
me to a job and they wanted him too, so
eral contractor and framing contractor, and
their peaceful patio and home. They are a
now we are both actors. We have the same
the two measured and had all the lumber
joyous pair and clearly love to laugh! They
agent,” she chuckled.
and supplies delivered to the Rice garage.
also have fun walking down Orange Avenue
“We absolutely love it here and to have
They completed the entire build-out in one
and people watching. “Our daughter, Laura
the chance to help anyone, family, friends,
day.
Noonan, is a science teacher at Coronado
neighbors, and especially an American hero
Middle School and so sometimes we stop
like Tom Rice is a privilege,” said Steve.
tive, but this is what I told him, ‘We were
middle school age kids and ask them what
“But to have Carol by my side is every-
the little children that you were jumping
teacher they have for science. Every time if
thing.”
for, fighting for, in World War II. Carol
it’s Ms. Noonan, they say she is great - and
was 3 years old and I was 6. It was for our
we don’t tell them who we are. We are very
freedom, and I just wanted to give back to
proud of her!”
“Tom and Brenda were very apprecia-
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Make the Moment Memorable By Renée Schoen @ seablooms91932
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The sky’s the limit when it comes to creating these beautiful decorated ice buckets! Whatever the occasion, these are an easy and fun way to dress up the party. For Valentine’s Day we went with bright flowers and baby’s breath and wanted them to spill over the top, so we packed it full. The fun part is seeing the finished product when you take it out of the freezer. Each bucket comes out unique and beautiful!
How To Make a Flower Ice Bucket
Materials Needed:
A cooler ice bucket mold - or use a bucket/ice cream pail or bowls along with a smaller container or cup to fit inside - leaving at least 2-3 inches of space between the two*; a bunch of fresh flowers; garden clippers; a gallon of distilled water (Option: boil distilled water and cool - this makes the ice clearer**) * If using a bucket or ice cream pail with a smaller container rather than a pre-made mold, you will need to freeze the bottom of the outer bucket a couple of inches first. Then add the inside container (once bottom is frozen) and put rocks or something heavy in the container to weigh it down before filling with flowers. ** For a half cloudy, half clear look instead, freeze half of the container with tap water to create a cloudy appearance and then add flowers and distilled/boiled water so the top half is clear to show off the flowers.
Instructions: Clip each flower from the stems leaving just the top - leave a few stems if you like that look. Place each flower all the way around the 2-3” mold, with flowers facing the outside of the mold as much as possible - you decide how full you want your bucket to be. Once all flowers are placed, pour the distilled water inside, leaving 1/2” at the top for expansion. If flowers float to the top when water is poured in, freeze just enough to position and hold them in place and then stick back in the freezer to completely freeze. Place in freezer until completely frozen, usually 24-48 hours.
To Remove From Mold: Don’t remove from mold until you plan to use it. Once completely frozen, remove and run outside of bucket under a small stream of warm water until the mold loosens - be careful not to let water run on the ice/frozen flowers. Place the ice mold on a platter with a lip to collect melting ice - or in a bowl on top of ice cubes, which may help it stay frozen longer. Place extra flowers or other decorations around the bucket to dress it up for the occasion. Your ice mold is ready for a bottle of wine or Champagne! The ice will melt between 2-6 hours depending on if you have it sitting on ice or a platter. Keep out of the sun.
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Giving Love The romance of Valentine’s Day offers us a moment to reflect on those we love and those that love us. Maybe it is commercialized and not a favorite day for many, but we all have someone in our lives that deserves to be recognized for a love shared, be it romantic or family or friend oriented. Start in the kitchen, everyone likes a treat. And if the kitchen isn’t your forte, then feel free to shop for some of these items.
“Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.” - Lao Tzu
Homemade Truffles Homemade truffles are easy to make. Break up 8 ounces chocolate bar* into small pieces; put in medium bowl. Warm 2/3 cup heavy cream (do not boil). Pour cream over chocolate, cover and let sit, 5 minutes. Stir chocolate until completely melted; add 1 tablespoon softened butter and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Cool; refrigerate 2 hours. Photos by Hattie Foote
Roll into balls, dip in cocoa powder, sugar powder, sprinkles, colored sugar. Store in covered container. *Chocolate chips not recommended. If using milk chocolate, reduce cream to 1/2 cup. Adapted from Sally’s Baking Addiction.
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Vanilla, Blueberry and Black Cherry Float
In “ February there is everything to hope for and nothing to regret.”
Make sure the glass and soda are very cold before you start. To the glass add scoops of vanilla ice cream. Pour the black cherry soda. Add some blueberries over the top. Grab a spoon and enjoy!
- Patience Strong
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Pink Eclairs Create a pink version of éclairs, the french choux pastry filled with cream. Special order éclairs without the chocolate topping and dip them into a pink glaze at home of 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar to 3 teaspoons water and pink food coloring. They are also not hard to make, just take some time. So delicious. For a recipe, email copyeditor@eaglenewsca.com.
“Have enough courage to trust love one more time and always one –Maya Angelou more time.”
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Blood Orange Buckle Take advantage of the beautiful blood oranges and pink cara cara oranges in season. Easy to make. Buckle:
For buckle: preheat the oven to 375º. Grease and lightly flour an
1 1/2 cups flour
8-inch cake pan; line the bottom with parchment paper.
1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Mix together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in medium
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
bowl; set it aside. Cream butter, both sugars at medium speed until
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
smooth and slightly fluffy.
1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup light brown sugar
Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well; scrape sides of the bowl after
2 eggs
each addition. Add milk, orange zest, and vanilla extract; mix until
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon milk
combined. Add flour mixture in two increments, until the batter just
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest comes together. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. For crumb topping: mix flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 blood orange (very thinly sliced)
cinnamon in small bowl. Cut or grate butter into pea size pieces over
1 cara cara orange (very thinly sliced) the bowl, pausing to stir and coat butter pieces in the mixture. Crumb Topping: 1 cup flour
Sprinkle top of buckle with crumb topping. Arrange orange slices on
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
top of crumbs. Bake until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
clean, about 50 minutes. Allow to cool for 20 minutes before slicing
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
and serving.
6 tablespoons unsalted butter frozen Adapted from https://adventuresincooking.com/blood-orange-buckle/.
“The giving of love is an education in itself.” - Eleanor Roosevelt
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Be Mine, Valentine! By Hattie Foote
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After 18 years together, our love day
Hello Coronado sweethearts!
celebrations have taken a backseat to kids
The season of love is upon us, and things
and exhaustion. I don’t know what the heck
are getting saucy. As in pizza sauce and,
all the sexy people are doing these days, so I
hot tip, you can order heart shaped pies
took to the internet and did some research,
from High Tide Pizza. Last year we got a
very scientific.
salad with our order, and they labeled it for
First, I took a poll on Instagram, asking
“Hottie.”
whether or not people enjoyed/celebrated
Talk about a scandal! The town pizza
Valentine’s Day. A whopping 68% did not,
shop flirting with the local mom columnist?
I repeat, did not enjoy it.
Sounds like an award-winning Lifetime
I would guess a large chunk of my follow-
movie, if you ask me. My husband Chris
ing are moms, and maybe the results pre-
said it was probably a misspelling, but that
COVID would have been different. Maybe
was just the jealousy talking.
we have just been shoving boxes of
Big mama’s still got it!
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conversation cards and at first I thought they were so cringy, but one night I threw him a bone and we pulled the game out. It was so fun, and a fresh way to connect. It had light prompts like “What do you hate most about the way I drive,” to deep conversation like “What is your biggest fear for this relationship.” (Also, some questions that might make you blush over your morning coffee.) I had one last question on my quest for Valentine inspiration. I was at Nordstrom and took a photo of expensive lingerie and a robe. Let me be clear, it wasn’t just any robe. It was like an actual comforter made into a robe, I tried it on, and it was giving me Michelin man vibes - my dream and probably Chris’s nightmare. We did have a clear winner, though, with 80 percent wanting the robe and a humble 20 percent for lingerie. So, in conclusion, the people have spoken and want to be cozy and in sync for Valentine’s Day. This year I challenge you to step out of the heart shaped box of chocolates and enjoy precious time with your partner, friends, or yourself. While wearing a fluffy robe of course. XOXO chocolate in our faces for two years now,
people wanted a spa day and quiet time.
and we are just completely touched out. I
As one person who got right to the point
get it.
said, “to leave me alone.” The most popular
I will say having young kids makes it
answer was a simple night with their sig-
very sweet, something as simple as a heart
nificant other. To connect, no distractions.
shaped waffle as they scoot out the door to
So, if you are looking for this year’s most
school, or a treat tucked in their lunchbox
desired gift of time, you won’t find it on
makes the day special. To this day, my cute
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Again, it’s funny because it feels like the
it always makes us smile and feel loved.
past two years, we have had nothing but
Second, I asked what the perfect Valentine’s
time. We have been spending every waking
gift is. The answers had range, let me tell
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you. Some people wanted the stereotypi-
ries and distractions. One of Chris’s many
cal flowers, chocolate, card combo. Many
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E Avenue “Fence Talk” Group A Silver Lining of the Pandemic
By Ivy Weston To many, 2020 brings to mind unpleasant memories of social isolation and being stuck at home. For some, Zoom was a godsend that allowed them to be connected, however remotely. But it wasn’t enough for the residents of Coronado’s E Avenue. Since May 2020, the residents of the 200 block of E have been meeting, rain or shine, every Saturday in the front yards of 222 and 224 E, which are divided by a low white picket fence. “In a time when we were locked down, this was how we could talk to people,” explained resident Greta Conway. “It’s really been a lifesaver for us. Many of us are retired, and Zoom is great, but not like being in person.” The group started when Greta, her husband Clint Conway, and their neighbors George and Sherri Morgan and Lisa and Hal Lamb began chatting to each other in their front yards. Then they pulled up chairs to either side of the fence dividing two of the front yards, as well as glasses of wine or other beverages, and gathered around happy-hour time for socially distant chat that helped everyone feel less alone and more sane. As time has gone by, the group has grown via email invitations and word of mouth, as neighbors walking by with dogs or kids were invited to join. Now pretty much everyone on the block comes, bringing folding chairs and their own beverages. Some neighbors from F Avenue whose houses back up onto E Avenue, such as Lana Marchetti, also attend. “I call it ‘Fence Talk,’” said Sherri Morgan, a nurse who had just come out of her house with a tray of chocolate chip cookies fresh from the oven. She reached over the fence and laid the plate down on a table in the Lambs’ front yard.
The group meets every Saturday, rain or shine, in the Morgans’ and Lambs’ front yards, from 4-6 p.m. in the winter and 5-7 p.m. once the clock flips to daylight savings time. Sherri brings her retirement-countdown digital clock every Saturday and announces how many weeks, days and hours she has to go before retirement. She’s retiring on her 70th birthday on August 12, to be followed by a big party at the Community Center. She’s been a nurse for over 50 years, most recently in infectious diseases at Kaiser - so she’s been through the COVID wringer. “It’s the end of my career as a nurse,” she said, “although once a nurse, always a nurse.” Clint and Greta Conway actually participated in the Moderna Covid vaccine clinical trials. “She got the vaccine; I got the placebo,” Clint laughs.
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“The fence doesn’t divide us; the fence unites us” - George Morgan “Most popular residents we ever had!” said Bill Spittler. At one point Sherri came out of her house carrying her digital clock, held it up and announced, “216 days, 6 hours, 25 minutes and 55 seconds to retirement!” to cheers from the group. Shortly thereafter, a young couple came down the street and set up their chairs, forming a second row in the Morgans’ yard. “Here are the younger ones!” someone called, laughing. They were Cathy and Chuck; he’s in the Navy - about to retire despite his youth - and she’s from Ireland. As the gathering went on, it began to get chilly, and Sherri disappeared into the house and emerged in a huge star-patterned wearable fleece blanket complete with arms and a big front pocket. She explained she always puts “The As everyone chatted and laughed, someone called “Here comes Arturo!” The gentleman in question, who had just parked his car,
Comfy” on when the sun goes down. At one point, a book called “Sails to Atoms: From Seaman to
said, “I just need to go home and get my chair!” He was back in
Admiral” by George Washington Allen was passed around. Bill
five minutes with his chair and drink.
explained that 40 years ago, the author owned the large lot that the
Then a dog showed up. “He lives down the street,” someone said.
200, 222, and 224 E Avenue houses were built on. Someone in the
“His owner isn’t home.” The dog quickly made himself at home on
group had just finished the Admiral’s book and was lending it to
Hal Lamb’s lap.
Clint. (Two of the men in the group are retired Navy and one is a
The bond among the group is obvious, and it’s genuine. “When someone goes on vacation, we all look out for their house and take in their packages,” Greta said. “We check in on each other.” One famous neighbor was Manny Machado of the San Diego
retired Marine.) COVID or no COVID, this tight-knit group plans to continue its jolly happy hours for the sense of special community that has formed on this small street in Coronado. The group even gathered for a
Padres, who rented the house at 248 E Avenue while the house he
potluck-style Christmas dinner this year in the Morgans’ backyard.
had purchased was being renovated. For two Padres seasons, he
Scenes like these are rare in our modern world, and this one is a true
and his wife would come hang out with the group.
example of the beautiful connections that emerge during dark times.
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The End Of The Dining Room
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Enter Updated Dining Spaces In Coronado homes, there has long been a trend of eliminating the formal dining room, replacing it with a dining space amid a great room. This offers more casual and open dining, along with versatility and functionality. It can be a true entertaining zone or work space whatever is needed at the moment.
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The ever changing relationship that we have had with dining rooms began in the middle ages. In 17th century Paris, people entertained and dined in different parts of the house, depending on who was attending. In the grand homes in England a century later, a specific, formal dining room was the height of fashion. Moving forward, an eat-in kitchen came to be with the advent of ranch style homes in the 20th century. Open planned homes with great rooms and dining spaces were introduced in the 1990s and they are still very popular today. They are comfortable, functional dining spaces.
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Coronado homes have always had a casual, coastal feel and the openness of great rooms with dining spaces tucked in have been popular.
specifically asked to not have a separate dining room, but to include the dining area in a great room concept.” After two years of COVID keeping many of us home, our
John O’Brien, president of Flagg Coastal Homes, said that his clients have specifically requested a great room over the years that
relationship with the dining room changed again. “Since COVID,” said O’Brien, “we have actually seen an em-
contains either a combined dining/family or larger dining/kitchen/
phasis on outdoor dining and in some cases, the indoor dining table
family areas. “Since we do both design and build, our clients have
became a work table or school desks for families.”
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While multi-functional, many of us became reacquainted with our kitchens during COVID and where better to share a homemade meal? Your dining table, of course. While for dining or work space, the size of the family that inhabits the home and the type of entertaining that they do plays a part in how the dining spaces are arranged. Some opt for bar stools pulled up to the counter or a small cozy table pulled up to the windows for good light. Others will want their dining space fit with as a spacious table for six or more in the middle of their great room. “Our clients actually have their own idea, dining room or not,” said O’Brien, “but after that decision is made then we do advise and present alternatives for incorporating dining space in a great room.” Some of O’Brien’s favorite dining spaces that he’s done have amazing lighting or views. “We like to have the dining space adjacent to a large window or French doors that can be open to the outside on either the first or second floor (in a reverse floor house).” Whether the proposed house is large or small, the dining room seems to be an anachronism, says O’Brien. However the dining space in Coronado today can be the center of family life. It can be whatever you want to make it.
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Celebrating the
this Month
by Krysta Murray February’s most popular holiday might be a celebration of love,
comedians, actors and musicians to perform for troops, as well as
but the lesser-known day of celebration is on Feb. 4, the official
offer other social facilities and programs to boost morale and show
birthday of the United Service Organizations or USO.
support to the troops and their families through USO Tours and they
Since 1941, the USO has been the nation’s leading organization to serve the men and women in the U.S. military, and their families.
continue to do so to this day. The USO has over 200 locations around the world including right
President Nixon proclaimed the first USO Day on Feb. 4, 1971 in
here in San Diego, fittingly located at the historical Liberty Station.
honor of its 30th anniversary.
They also have an airport center at San Diego International for all
This year marks its 81st year of strengthening America’s military
service members, Active, Guard and Reserve, and their families.
service members by keeping them connected to family, home and
There’s a USO facility located on the marine base at Camp Pendleton
country. I wanted to bring some focus to this non-profit charitable
as well.
organization and all that they do for our military members and their families.
„ „ The USO sought to be the home away from home and
San Diego’s USO Center offers many programs, including Wednesday night dinners, a farmer’s market, Teen Talk, MilSpouse Connect and Families of the Fallen. They offer free activities for
began a tradition of entertaining the troops and providing social
families, discounted tickets to local events, and resource connections.
facilities overseas. Social reformer Mary Ingraham is credited as
They also participate in the Bob Hope Legacy Reading Program
the founder, bringing a variety of service-oriented organizations
which helps military families around the globe stay connected
together when President Franklin D. Roosevelt asked for more
through stories, recording service members reading a book out loud
military support in 1941. The first centers offered social events,
and sending the recording and book to their children so they can
music, and movie screenings, and also acted as a space for troops
share that experience even from miles away.
to talk or write a letter home and grab a bite to eat. Additionally,
While we were stationed overseas, they held many activities, fun
the USO used their funds to provide live entertainment bringing
outdoor games, and holiday events with live music and food for us
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to enjoy. I can also vividly remember a stressful
A USO fun event for military kids promoting activity and unitedness
trip flying Space Available (Space-A) back to the States. The USO at the military airport provided a lounge and snacks and even a packed lunch for our long flight, which was on a cargo plane in jump seats which, you guessed it, does not offer in-flight meals. Then, traveling overseas from the military airport in Norfolk, Virginia, with my then 3-year-old and waiting hours on stand-by for a flight back, we were able to spend it in a comfortable room at the USO center with free snacks, toys and books, as well as movies and I was so grateful. We had the same conveniences afforded to us during our PCS (permanent change of station) moves because of the USO. The USO is operated by thousands of paid staff and unpaid volunteers whose goals are to match that of service members’ vigilance through providing multiple programs to aid members and their families, from military transition programs, deployment support and entertainment to boost morale during difficult times and they have adapted as necessary throughout the years. The USO is congressionally chartered and is a private, non-profit organization that relies on donations and support to provide the services they do
Sesame Street/USO Experience for military families features shows on transitions
and continue their mission. There are over a million active-duty United States Armed Forces personnel, which means it provides support and services to even more when you add in
A few of the programs offered by the USO
their family members so the impact of this organization is extensive. I know this month is about a lot of hearts, but let’s also keep in mind the stars as well. Happy birthday, USO! As a military spouse, my family and I sincerely thank you for all that you do.
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What’s in Season?
Time for a Colorful Blood Orange Don’t let the name fool you - blood oranges, named for its ruby col-
time, originating in the southern Mediterranean in the 18th cen-
ored flesh, are as sweet as they are pretty. While it looks like a small
tury, but have just recently become popular in the states. They
traditional navel orange, inside can be shades of dark pink to a deep
need warmer day temperatures with cooler nights in order to grow.
maroon, a full saturation of color or just streaks. Sometimes they
There are three main types: moro, tarocco and sanguinello, with
are called raspberry oranges because the anthocyanin that gives the
moros being the most common in the U.S. Blood oranges are less
fruit its color is found in both the blood orange and the raspberry.
acidic, slightly sweeter than a navel orange, but like a navel, are
Blood oranges have been around for a long
highly nutritious with high amounts of vitamin C and antioxidants. Look for blood oranges that are heavier in size with no sunken, soft or black areas. The color of the skin does not indicate the internal flavor; some may have a hint of green on the skin. Because of its thick skin, blood oranges can be kept on the counter, but will last longer in the refrigerator. If you juice your
oranges,
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irmingham B The ‘Dinner Table of the South’ serves up great food… and an even greater human rights legacy
The “Four Spirits” sculpture at Kelly Ingram Park by Birmingham-born sculptor Elizabeth MacQueen captures the innocent playfulness of the four young girls killed in the 1963 bombing at the 16th Street Baptist Church, just across the street.
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By Kris Grant
Why do I travel? I ask myself. And what do I want to share with my readers? I have to admit that when I started this
practitioners I’ve ever met, I looked forward
month’s travel story, the focus was going to
to hanging with her in the city that she’s
be all about Birmingham, Alabama’s fine
represented for nearly 30 years as Travel
restaurants (and they are fine and there
Media director for the Great Birmingham
are many), but I realized with a start that
Convention and Visitors Bureau. Over the
fabulous food is not truly what prompted
course of four days, she led me on a tour
me to include a visit to Birmingham on
that interspersed civil rights history with
my cross country road trip last year. And,
dining opportunities and chef interviews,
frankly, that’s not why I think you should
deftly balancing deep and heavy topics with
go there either.
lighter and brighter fare.
What really drew me here was the opportunity to learn more about the history of
From Left: Bottega restaurant’s Taglione with morel mushrooms and house-made pasta, Helen Restaurant’s succulent pork chops, Highlands Bar & Grill’s luscious seven-layer coconut cake.
Birmingham, once known as the “Magic
the battle for Civil Rights, and Birmingham
City” for its ability to turn raw materials
had been at the epicenter of that struggle
into usable goods, has evolved from the last
in the early 1960s. It’s where Dr. Martin
century as a one-industry town, dependent
Luther King Jr. had been jailed for partici-
on iron and steel manufacturing. Today its
pating in protests against school segregation
diverse economy encompasses medicine,
and where he wrote his profoundly moving
research, automotive assembly, logistics
“Letter from Birmingham Jail” explaining
and shipping, finance and tourism. Vickie
the moral necessity for non-violent resis-
explained that the University of Alabama,
tance to morally unjust laws, noting that
which became an autonomous university
“justice too long delayed is justice denied.”
in the Alabama system in 1969, ushered
It’s where infamous Public Safety Com-
in dramatic changes including medical
missioner Eugene “Bull” Conner approved
advancements in heart transplants and
mowing down Children’s Crusade marchers
research, and most recently advances in
with fire hoses. And it’s where four little
COVID vaccines.
girls were bombed in a church basement.
The result is a cosmopolitan city with
I had been introduced to Birmingham
award-winning parks, clean air, and just
via a Zoom webinar for members of the
over a million residents. Here, there’s a rich
International Food, Wine and Travel Writ-
tapestry of restaurants, some that reach
ers Association (IFWTWA), hosted by
deep into the Southern heritage of “meat-
Vickie Ashford-Thompson, whom I had
and-three,” and others that present innova-
also met at an IFWTWA annual confer-
tive new ways to meld French and world
ence on Whidbey Island in 2017. Vickie
cuisines into Southern traditions. We’ll get
is bubbly, vivacious and one of the hardest
back to the food scene in a moment, but
working and best organized public relations
let’s dive into some history first.
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Ground Zero for Civil Rights Birmingham was Ground Zero for the Civil Rights campaign of 1963. Vickie explained: “It was an era marked by attacks and jail cells on one side and non-violence and the resolute certainty of a better tomorrow on the other.” She noted that in one of his final acts as President, Barack Obama made the Birmingham Civil Rights District a national monument. “The national monument designation is tribute to the struggles and sacrifices that made Birmingham matter in the course of American history.” The six-block district includes the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, which is part museum, part events center and educational institute dedicated to human
rights. Exhibits include the door to Dr. King’s jail cell and a tank used by Bull Conner’s brigades to hose down young nonviolent protesters. The district includes Kelly Ingram Park, filled with sculptures that reflect on the events that took place there over 60 years ago. I remember the news broadcasts and newspaper articles about the horrific Sunday Sept. 15 morning in 1963 when a dynamite bomb went off in the basement of the 16th Street Baptist Church that killed four African-American schoolgirls, just across the street from Kelly Ingram Park. Today, one of the park sculptures, the “Four Spirits” honors the memories of those lost: Carole Robertson, Cynthia Wesley, and Addie Mae Collins, all 14 years old, and Denise McNair, age 11.
“Dog Attack,” one of three sculptures by James Drake at Kelly Ingram Park, depicts the use of German Shepherd police dogs to discourage thousands of children who demonstrated in the May 1963 Children’s March. Note how the sculpture penetrates the viewer’s personal space.
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But that wasn’t the only bomb that went off in Birmingham. Another church, Bethel Baptist, where Vickie started my tour, and its parsonage, the home of Rev. Fred L. Shuttlesworth, was bombed on three separate occasions in 1958, 1960 and 1962. The young and fiery Shuttlesworth had founded the Alabama Christian Movement for Human Rights, which sprang into being when Birmingham leaders outlawed the local chapter of the NAACP. Shuttlesworth also co-founded the Southern Christian Leadership Conference with Dr. King, and entreated King to travel to Birmingham. When Bull Conner had King placed in solitary confinement for three days for his participation in nonviolent demonstrations against segregation, King wrote and arranged to smuggle out his famous “Letter from Birmingham Jail.” At Bethel Baptist, I met with Pastor Thomas Wilder, who spoke about Shuttlesworth. “He told me that when they bombed the first time in 1956, all fear of dying left him. It was like Daniel coming out of the lion’s den; ‘There’s nothing you can do to me.’ He was nonviolent but confrontational, and caused more Civil Rights cases to be heard before the U.S. Supreme
Pastor Thomas Wilder and Dr. Martha Bouyer
Court than any person in history.” At the church, I also met with Dr. Martha Bouyer, a former teacher and the developer and project director for the NEH Institute for K-12 Educators, “Stony the Road We Trod,” which explores Alabama’s role in the modern Civil Rights movement. The program grew out of curriculum she developed in 1999 and also taught to National Park Service rangers.
Paulette Roby was the youngest member of the Children’s Crusade march Master tour guide Barry McNealy and author Kris Grant
I was fortunate to have Barry McNealy lead me on a guided tour of Kelly Ingram Park and later, a driving tour of “Dynamite Hill,” the Smithfield area of Birmingham, where Center Street served as the dividing line between homes of Black and White residents. One enterprising Black resident bought a property on the White side of Center Street since people of color were allowed to own, but not occupy, property. When a court case declared the zoning unconstitutional and a certificate of occupancy was granted; the home was destroyed by dynamite. Subsequent bombings were organized by members of the Ku Klux Klan, earning yet another nickname for the city: Bombingham. Today, more than 40 bombings remained unsolved, but they ceased when a White infiltrator of the Klan informed Black residents of planned attacks.
Vickie introduced me to Paulette Roby, who, at age 13, had been the youngest Foot Soldier of the Children’s Crusade of 1963, where Black parents had pulled their children out of public schools to protest segregation directly to the city’s mayor. I had to tip my hat to the organizers who enlisted teenagers in the nonviolent protest as a savvy means to raise national consciousness after an attempt to end segregation in Albany, Georgia had failed and more adults were put at risk of losing their jobs as protesters continued to be jailed. Roby vividly remembers those four days in May when she and other teenagers were rounded up by the police and placed on buses, which then drove around the city. “It was a great adventure,” she said, even laughing at the memory. “I’d never been on a bus before and I loved it!” School buses, she said, were reserved for taking White kids on field trips. Roby was one of
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the lucky ones, escaping the fire hoses and police dogs that were turned loose on many of the children. The Children’s Crusade focused national attention on the issue of segregation, with President John F. Kennedy announcing the following month that he would introduce federal legislation to end segregation in Birmingham. Then in August, King delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech in Washington. After Kennedy’s assassination that November, it was left to President Lyndon Baines Johnson to support the legislation that led to the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Roby now chairs the Civil Rights Activist Committee, which documents the stories of participants in the Civil Rights movement struggles, and tells their stories in tours, workshops and seminars that help tie the past with demonstrations of today.
Highlands Bar and Grill melds rustic French cooking with rich southern traditions
James Beard award-winning chef Frank Stitt at his flagship restaurant, Highlands Bar & Grill Today, a beautiful and far more integrated Birmingham is on the cutting edge of fine cuisine. The movement’s origins began in large part with Frank Stitt, who not only established three of the nation’s best restaurants in the city, beginning with Highlands Bar and Grill in 1982, but has trained many chefs who have gone on to open their own establishments. Following ten years of consistent nominations, the James Beard Foundation (basically the Oscars of the food service industry) named Highlands Bar and Grill the nation’s Best Restaurant in 2018. That same year, the Foundation also named Highlands’ pastry chef, Dolester Miles, the best pastry
chef in the nation. Stitt now has three restaurants in Birmingham – Highlands, Chez Fonfon, Bottega; Miles supplies all with her decadent desserts. After enjoying a wonderful lunch at Bottega, I sat down with Stitt and learned that he once worked (for free) with Alice Waters at Chez Panisse in Berkeley. When Stitt told Waters that he wanted to further his culinary studies in Provence, Waters provided a letter of introduction to Richard Olney, author of the influential Simple French Food cookbook. Stitt met with Olney at the Time-Life offices in London, where he, and coincidentally Chez Panisse’s famed chef Jeremiah Tower, were at work
Bottega’s eet, almond and riccotta salad
Bottega’s bread crisps and sauce
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on the twenty-volume “Good Cook” book series. In short order, Stitt began working for Olney at his estate in Provence. Stitt returned to his Alabama roots where he says his culinary career began at his mother’s table whom he credits as being the most talked-about cook in his small northern Alabama hometown of Cullman. The opening of Highlands was made possible when his mother provided a loan after mortgaging her home. Not only did Stitt’s mother have complete faith in him, so did another Southerner, author Pat Conroy (“The Prince of Tides,” “The Great Santini”). Conroy met Stitt on a plane heading home from New York. Stitt was whistling while pouring over a pile of cookbooks. The inquiring author soon learned Stitt was about to open a restaurant in Birmingham, and he expressed his concerns about the city’s dearth of good restaurants. Stitt assured Conroy that things were about to change, and within six months of Highlands’ opening, Conroy visited the restaurant. He returned more than 20 times, and wrote the foreword to Stitt’s “Southern Table” cookbook, noting: “The quality of its restaurants is one of the strictest gauges for a city to measure its call to greatness. Frank Stitt put Birmingham on the culinary map the day he opened his restaurant.”
Bottega’s grilled chicken, pesto and mozzarella pizza
Greek Origins You might be surprised to learn that there are many Greek-owned restaurants in Birmingham, mostly because they have non-Greek sounding names, a purposeful move to fight discrimination, Many young men migrated to America in the early 20th century when Greece was facing financial turmoil. Many didn’t read or write, especially in English. The restaurant industry was a natural fit, allowing them to introduce many of their Mediterranean foods to the classic “meat-and-three” (the three meaning vegetable side dishes) that was the basis of Southern cooking at the time. At Johnny’s Restaurant in the Birmingham suburb of Homewood, you’ll find superb versions of classic meat-andthree dishes such as 15-hour pot roast, baked Greek chicken and Keftedes (Greek meatballs), which you can match with a choice of 13 veggies, including fried green tomatoes, parmesan grit cake or turnip greens. Johnny’s chef/owner Tim Hontzas comes from a long line of Greek restau-
Chef/owner Tim Hontzas of Johnny’s comes from a long line of Greek restaurateurs. rateurs, with two of his relatives owning. His grandfather, Johnny Hontzopolous, migrated from Greece to New Orleans in 1921 and opened three restaurants in Mississippi including his namesake, Johnny’s, in Jackson, joined by family members including his nephew, Gus Hontzas. Gus next bought Niki’s West in Birmingham, which remains one of the city’s largest meat-and-
three establishments; the restaurant has since been passed down to the next generation of Hontzases. In 2012 Tim honored his grandfather by opening and naming his Homewood restaurant in his name. In 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020, Tim Hontzas was named a James Beard Foundation Semi-Finalist for Best Chef South. Yeah, his food is that good!
The Bright Star is Birmingham’s oldest Greek restaurant, with its neon star lighting the corner on 19th Street since 1907. Nicky Koikos is the owner and has been working at the restaurant since 1966; his father Bill left Greece in 1923 and two years later bought the restaurant from its original owner, his uncle, Tom Bonduris. The restaurant serves a number of seafood and steak specialties in a series of dining rooms (testament that it grew from a 25-seat diner to 330-seat restaurant) off a large lobby, where photographs of past celebrity diners line the walls. I enjoyed the restaurant’s signature dish, the fried red snapper throats, along with a baked potato and Greek salad, and, for dessert, a New Orleans-style bread pudding. Nicky, not knowing I was a travel writer, stopped by my table to ask how everything tasted. “Delicious!” was my ready reply, and I nabbed him for a photograph in the lobby.
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Nicky Koikos has been at the helm of The Bright Star for more than 50 years.
Barbecue, Farmers Markets, Food Trucks One Final Glorious Stop… Vickie’s husband, Dwayne Thompson, is also a chef-entrepreneur, the creator of one of the best barbecue sauces I’ve ever tasted: Big Daddy Bomb BBQ Sauce. I enjoyed it on baked chicken and found it much to my liking - sweet with a tang of heat. While Dwayne sells his barbecue sauce via a food truck in several locations throughout Birmingham, you can order it from Amazon or inquire on his website, bigdaddysauces.com. In my whirlwind trip, we managed to fit in a stop to Food Truck Tuesday! Every Tuesday, eight or more food trucks converge to feed the nearby downtown masses at 2324 Fifth Avenue North. In a great win-win, the food trucks are hosted by The Dannon Project at its training headquarters; the nonprofit trains and finds employment for unemployed or underemployed at-risk youth and non-violent returning citizens reentering society. Next, we visited the backbone of the restaurant industry, the Alabama Farmers Market. Founded in 1921, it’s the oldest farmer-owned-andoperated farmers market in the nation. Our final restaurant visit was yet another highlight. Warm and welcoming Helen Restaurant on tree-lined Second Street was opened in September 2020 by Rob McDaniel and his wife Emily. McDaniel hails from Haleyville, Alabama where he has vivid memories of his grandmother Helen cooking steaks over a charcoal grill, which may be one reason the restaurant features an exhibition kitchen. But can you imagine opening a restaurant just six months after the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic? Things were beginning to open up that month, but timing aside, Helen Restaurant is, like Birmingham, magic. Let’s just begin with those Warm Angel Biscuits served with whipped cane syrup butter and sea salt. We ordered two helpings and I’ll make my way back to Helen just to taste these heavenly morsels. Also delicious was the thin-cut pork chop and Yukon gold potatoes served with fresh dill and crème fraiche.
Dwayne Thompson and his Big Daddy Bomb BBQ sauce and spices
Helen’s warm angel biscuits served with whipped crème butter and sea salt
Food Truck Tuesday! is a hit with Birmingham’s downtown workers. Cassandra King, also known as “Comedienne Joy,” who is the owner and operator of Eat Drink Ride Food Tours, joined Vickie and me for lunch at Helen. King takes guests on four-hour food tours via a party bus, where they can hop on and off to enjoy small bites and sip on cocktails at five local restaurants. On my next trip to
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Birmingham, I look forward to climbing aboard, Side note: it was on one of those tours in November 2019 that Dwayne proposed to Vickie. She said yes, and they were married the following Valentine’s Day. And where did they spend their honeymoon night? Read on…
IF YOU GO…
I stayed at the historic Tutwiler Hotel, a 13-story, 425-room brick and limestone luxury hotel, well located in downtown Birmingham. My spacious suite featured a marble fireplace and all the modern amenities. Although the hotel’s Century Restaurant and Bar was closed due to COVID, I give high marks to the hotel’s gracious staff, whose smiles were big and bright when Vickie Ashford-Thompson walked through their door. www.thetutwilerhotel.com; (205) 439-9106
The historic Tutwiler Hotel is well located in Downtown Birmingham. Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau www.birminghamal.org; (205) 458-8000 Birmingham Civil Rights Institute www.bcri.org; (866) 328-9696 Highlands Bar and Grill www.highlandsbarandgrill.com; (205) 939-1400 Johnny’s Restaurant Homewood www.johnnyshomewood.com; (205) 802-2711 The Bright Star Restaurant www.thebrightstar.com; (205) 426-1861 Helen Restaurant helenbham.com; (205) 438-7000 Eat Drink Ride Food Tours www.diningoutwithcomediennejoy.com; (205) 482-6999 At press time, several restaurants were closed or had reduced hours, due to COVID. Most plan to reopen soon, so be sure to check ahead!
John M. Hart, MSBA, CPA CA Registered Advisors
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Island Icon:
Dorothy “Dodo” Stanley Navy Wife.
Navy Daughter. Community Cultivator. By Kimberlie Guerrieri, Coronado Historical Association Research Volunteer If you’ve visited the Coronado Historical Association, strolled Artisans Alley, or marveled at the floral arrangements at the Coronado Flower Show, you can thank long-time Coronado resident Dorothy “Dodo” Stanley. These are just a few of the many organizations she helped start and shape in Coronado. Dorothy Stanley was born in Annapolis, Maryland in 1933 to Navy Capt. Cecil B. Gill, a native of Wisconsin, and Evelyn de la Nux, a native of Hawaii. The third and youngest child, her father gave her the diminutive nickname “Dodo.” The Navy brought Dorothy’s family to Coronado when she was five years old. Her father graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1925 and flight training school in 1929. He was a member of the stunt team that preceded the Navy’s Blue Angels. He went on to become a highly decorated career naval officer. Dorothy stands in front of the Colonial Apartments at Olive and D during World War II. They were the first renters. Photo courtesy of the Stanley Family
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When Dorothy and her family moved
ings on the base were covered in camou-
commanding officer have a daughter?”
into base housing Quarters Q in 1938,
flage netting. San Diego Bay was filled with
things looked quite a bit different in Coro-
small dirigibles tied down at various heights
Tom Stanley, was stationed nearby on
nado. The population was less than 7,000
to deter enemy planes from attacking.
Whidbey Island. He arrived for their date
residents, you could only cross the bay by
When World War II ended, her father’s
The young pilot from Kansas City, Lt.
in a snazzy little Chevy coupe. Dorothy was
ferry, and she could see the Spanish Bight
deployments took her far away from
intrigued, “I had never dated a man with
from her front yard.
Coronado, first to snowy Illinois and then
his own car.”
Dorothy began her education at Coro-
to steamy Kwajalein when he was named
Like most blind dates, Dorothy recalls
nado Elementary in Ms. Benton’s kinder-
commanding officer of the naval station
it started out awkward. To fill the silence
garten class. What she remembers most
and governor of the Marshall Islands.
as they drove, she started whistling. “I
about those early years in Coronado was
Dorothy returned stateside after the
don’t know why, and I don’t know what he
“the freedom we had to wander around and
Korean War when her father was appointed
go uptown to the grocery store…every-
commanding officer of Naval Air Station
He must have been impressed because
where on your bike.” Her fondest child-
Sand Point in Seattle. One afternoon, the
they went out every weekend after that first
hood memories were Saturday matinees at
social director at the officers club rang and
date. That was early January. He proposed
what is now Lambs Theater. For the cost of
asked if she would be willing to go on “yet
on April 1, April Fool’s Day, as Dorothy likes
a dime, “you got a newsreel, a cartoon, and
another blind date.” Seems there was a
to point out. But Tom was no fool to choose
usually a cowboy western film.”
young lieutenant in town who wanted to
this Navy daughter for a Navy wife. They
go to the college basketball game but didn’t
married in 1955 and had six children: Clau-
want to go alone. He inquired, “Doesn’t the
dia, Chris, Jennifer, Tom, Carolyn, and Jim.
She loved films with Tyrone Power and Clark Gable, but actors weren’t just on
thought,” she recalls.
the silver screen. Celebrity sightings were common in Coronado during those years. She once ran into Claudette Colbert walking out of the grocery store, and she had her picture taken with Van Johnson at the Hotel Del. ”That would be like running into George Clooney today,” Dorothy likes to point out. Those Saturday matinees in Coronado started her lifelong passion for movies. Her daughter Claudia says, “not a day goes by when mom doesn’t make a movie reference. Her license plate MOVBUFF says it all.” World War II brought air raid sirens and ration cards to Coronado. Dorothy recalls how soap, shoes, and even bananas were hard to come by. Scrap metal drives were held at Coronado High School. You could feel the threat of war in Coronado. Build-
Dorothy and Tom Stanley with their six children, Claudia, Chris, Jennifer, Tom, Carolyn, and Jim. Photo courtesy of the Stanley Family
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was a member of the Coronado Yacht club. A member of the Bridge and Bay Garden Club, Dorothy has won the Coronado Flower Show miniature floral design section so many times she had to stop entering. For years she taught floral arranging classes and helped organize and run the Artisans Alley craft fair. And if you’ve enjoyed seeing the marching flamingos in the annual 4th of July parade, you can thank Dorothy for that, too. When the Bridge and Bay Garden Club members, affectionately known as Dorothy with her sister at a family reunion this past summer in Oregon. Photo courtesy of the Stanley Family
the “flamingos,” grew tired of coming up with a new float every year, Dorothy and her daughter created the elaborate flamingo
years, she spent countless hours supporting
costumes we enjoy seeing march down
Tom back to Coronado. They purchased
other military wives and families on the
Orange Avenue. With her marching days
a home on Alameda where she still resides
island.
behind her, she’ll be the flamingo riding in
In 1961, the Navy brought Dorothy and
today. The world had changed since she
Tom’s 32-year-service saw him advance
left, but much in Coronado was the same.
from seaman to naval aviator with squad-
Even Dorothy’s kindergarten teacher, Ms.
ron and ship commands and assignments
Benton, was still at Coronado Elementary.
on every continent save South America. But
Two of the Stanley children found them-
when it was time for retirement, there was
selves in her class.
only one choice in the world — Coronado.
Tom had several long deployments during
thy and Tom weren’t volunteering for some
ter Claudia recalls her mother carrying the
community group, they enjoyed traveling
load of six children and having to deal with
with their Coronado friends to France,
everything alone, “Seems like the car or
England, and Italy. Tom passed away in
washing machine always seemed to break
Coronado in 2002.
Dorothy kept Tom informed of every-
Stanley in this year’s parade and wave hello!
During those retirement years, when Doro-
the Vietnam War. Dorothy’s oldest daugh-
the week dad left.”
a car this year. Look for Dorothy “Dodo”
Dorothy has been an integral part of many clubs and civic organizations in town
thing going on in beautifully handwritten
for decades. She was an early board mem-
letters, which she numbered in case he
ber of the Coronado Historical Association,
received them out of sequence. An active
where she worked to help preserve Coro-
Dorothy with her older sister Cecile at the family
member of the Navy Wives Club for many
nado’s past. Along with her husband, she
reunion.
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2021 Real Estate Annual Report The Coronado Magazine Real Estate Report is an annual report which depicts past years sales.
January 2021 1021 Coronado Ave 1030 Loma Ave 22 Green Turtle Rd 710 Country Club Lane 720 Country Club Lane 960 C Avenue 117 I 808 D Ave 970 B Avenue 1521 Ynez Pl 110 Trinidad Bend 851 Balboa Ave 263 C Avenue 961 G Avenue 860 H Ave 958 F Avenue 1750 AVDM 609 1810 AVDM 1206 1730 AVDM 108 1144 Alameda Blvd 1780 AVDM 204 21 Green Turtle Rd 11 The Point 6 E Kingston Ct East 1099 1St St 313
February 2021 46 Half Moon Bnd 333 Orange Avenue 16 320 Pomona Ave 1710 AVDM 1408 1770 AVDM 107 5 Spinnaker Way 707 Orange Ave 1C 962 F Ave 828 Guadalupe Ave 1099 1st Street 117 51 Green Turtle Rd 340 A Avenue 37 Bridgetown Bend 1000 Coronado Avenue 1413 8th Street 1720 AVDM 1104 824 D Ave 1124 8Th St
BD 4 4 4 5 5 2 2 1 4 2 4 4 3 7 4 3 2 3 2 4 3 4 4 3 2
BA 5 4 4 6 5 2 1 2 4 2 4 2 3 5 2 3 2 2 2 4 3 5 5 2 3
SQFT 2,851 3,495 3,783 4,490 5,171 1,198 809 850 2,761 1,524 2,714 1,344 1,400 3,547 1,807 1,290 1,333 1,503 1,400 2,856 1,723 4,119 4,200 1,881 1,758
SOLD $3,465,000 $5,250,000 $3,550,000 $4,995,000 $4,295,000 $1,250,000 $1,499,000 $875,500 $2,950,000 $3,500,000 $1,422,400 $2,225,000 $1,550,000 $4,275,000 $1,985,000 $1,575,000 $1,850,000 $2,555,000 $2,600,000 $3,435,000 $3,100,000 $3,280,000 $4,150,000 $1,260,000 $1,855,000
BD 4 2 3 2 1 4 2 3 3 2 4 6 3 3 5 2 2 3
BA 4 2 2 2 1 5 2 3 3 3 3 6 3 3 6 2 2 3
SQFT 2,218 1,194 1,614 1,276 923 3,800 1,299 1,290 1,720 1,841 2,505 3,560 2,091 2,307 4,004 1,630 1,255 1,559
SOLD $1,250,000 $690,000 $1,608,505 $2,465,000 $1,195,000 $3,600,000 $890,000 $1,499,000 $2,200,000 $1,459,500 $2,050,000 $2,595,000 $1,400,000 $2,650,000 $3,450,000 $3,950,000 $1,362,500 $1,925,000
March 2021 905 F Avenue 535 C Avenue 40 Bahama Bend 1425 7Th St 421 E Avenue 120 C Avenue 206 32 Half Moon Bend 1210 3rd Street 1014 5th St 3B 912 H Avenue 32 Montego Court 1780 AVDM 404 1119 9th St 827 A Ave 200 Orange Ave 102 330 I 437 Pomona Avenue 49 Kingston Ct S 4 Jamaica Village 657 Margarita Ave 848 D Ave 207 32 Admiralty Cross 9 Sixpence Way 321 Pomona Ave 120 C Avenue 301 353 F Ave
April 2021
1421 1st St 71 Half Moon Bnd 50 Admiralty Cross 1445 1st Street 70 Trinidad Bend 461 Orange 415 Pomona Ave 369 Palm Ave 35 Kingston Court 956 F Avenue 32 The Point 226 Orange Avenue 103 962 E Ave B 53 Aruba Bend 1710 AVDM 1405 1099 1st St 313 1750 AVDM 402 442 D Avenue 409 C Avenue 443 D Ave 80 Montego Court 132 Palm 820 San Luis Rey Ave 1115 Loma Avenue
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BD 3 4 4 5 3 3 3 3 3 4 2 3 3 4 3 2 3 2 2 4 2 4 3 3 2 3
BA 4 4 3 4 3 2 2 2 2 4 3 3 5 4 2 1 2 2 2 4 1 5 4 2 2 2
SQFT 1,990 3,100 2,760 2,319 1,577 2,642 2,236 1,546 1,558 2,390 1,471 1,723 2,760 3,458 1,264 1,011 1,900 1,632 1,545 2,322 994 2,900 4,003 1,332 2,325 2,154
SOLD $1,992,500 $3,400,000 $1,625,000 $2,475,000 $1,450,000 $1,875,000 $1,325,000 $1,475,000 $1,555,000 $2,405,000 $858,000 $2,675,000 $3,049,000 $2,850,000 $1,120,000 $1,358,000 $2,695,000 $1,215,000 $1,250,000 $2,695,000 $1,030,000 $2,774,000 $2,635,000 $1,395,000 $1,480,000 $2,020,000
BD 3 2 5 3 4 2 3 5 2 3 5 2 2 3 1 2 2 3 2 3 2 3 4 4
BA 3 3 5 3 3 3 2 4 2 4 4 2 3 4 1 3 2 3 2 3 3 2 5 3
SQFT 1,472 1,900 4,239 1,498 2,388 1,083 2,000 2,850 1,632 2,242 2,957 1,650 1,440 2,287 902 1,758 1,333 1,187 1,152 1,444 1,471 1,342 2,945 2,150
SOLD $1,517,000 $1,188,000 $2,765,000 $1,472,000 $1,500,000 $995,000 $1,650,000 $1,920,000 $1,650,000 $2,330,000 $2,765,000 $1,125,000 $1,185,000 $1,775,000 $1,200,000 $1,875,000 $2,065,000 $1,410,000 $810,000 $1,155,000 $906,000 $1,750,000 $4,205,000 $2,855,000
May 2021
226 Orange Avenue 302 41 Antigua Court 247 B Avenue 6 Admiralty Cross 1780 AVDM 802 97 Tunapuna Ln. 922 Glorietta Blvd 850 C AVE #2 711 F Avenue 630 Balboa Ave 1099 1st Street 419 707 Guadalupe Ave 333 D Avenue 3 6 Catspaw Cpe 311 D Ave 44 Green Turtle Road 465 Orange Ave 1830 AVDM 1701 1730 AVDM 106 938 D Avenue A 1101 1st Street 114 1101 1st Street 110 89 Trinidad Bnd 1730 AVDM #1106 1770 AVDM 1402 951 D Avenue 949 D Avenue 861 F Ave 1 Pine Court 522 Pomona Ave 756 F Ave 1220 1st Street 205 177 D Ave 1423 1St St 48 Half Moon Bnd 25 Sandpiper Strand 24 Sandpiper Strand 24 Bridgetown 1001 Loma Ave 700 Glorietta Blvd 444 E Avenue D 767 F Avenue
June 2021
419 C Ave 913 8Th Street 1770 AVDM 1006 40 Spinnaker Way 216 B Avenue 344 Orange Avenue 204 112 Trinidad Bend 333 Orange Ave 38 808 D Avenue 1099 1st Street 309 1830 AVDM 1604 1133 1st Street 120 206 J Ave
BD 3 3 4 3 2 3 5 2 3 4 3 4 2 5 4 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 5 2 2 3 4 2 5 3 3 3 3 3 2 4 4 4 5 4 3 2
BA 2 2 4 4 2 3 6 2 2 5 3 5 3 3 3 6 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 2 4 5 2 6 2 2 3 3 3 3 5 5 3 7 3 2 2
SQFT 1,550 1,860 2,400 2,620 1,320 2,122 5,800 1,364 970 3,852 2,021 4,690 1,564 2,800 2,648 6,453 1,083 1,165 1,170 2,358 2,401 1,815 2,672 1,170 1,400 2,052 2,315 1,500 3,771 1,536 1,618 2,320 1,586 1,498 2,114 3,347 3,734 2,095 4,428 2,223 1,469 1,222
SOLD $1,200,000 $1,505,000 $2,100,000 $2,300,000 $1,663,000 $2,050,000 $5,900,000 $1,250,000 $1,710,000 $3,950,000 $1,887,000 $4,498,000 $975,000 $1,899,000 $2,300,500 $5,150,000 $1,010,000 $1,650,000 $1,800,000 $2,205,000 $2,200,000 $1,785,444 $1,599,000 $1,800,000 $1,800,000 $2,549,000 $2,595,000 $1,200,000 $5,855,000 $1,900,000 $2,560,000 $2,100,000 $1,525,000 $1,625,000 $1,600,000 $3,475,000 $3,325,000 $1,595,000 $12,000,000 $3,150,000 $1,450,000 $1,174,500
BD 2 3 2 4 3 3 4 2 1 2 2 2 5
BA 2 1 2 4 3 2 3 2 2 3 2 2 2
SQFT 1,152 1,026 1,258 3,700 1,469 1,847 2,388 1,055 850 2,189 1,213 1,689 2,556
SOLD $975,000 $1,300,000 $1,825,000 $2,727,000 $1,125,000 $1,127,025 $1,550,000 $749,000 $905,000 $2,250,000 $1,910,000 $1,495,000 $1,707,250
June cont. 908 H Avenue 1760 AVDM 1005 1020 Coronado 1760 AVDM 1004 12 Buccaneer 1770 AVDM #309 1099 1st St 410 420 C Avenue 58 Mardis Gras Rd 75 Montego Court 80 Mardi Gras Rd. 1780 AVDM 505 365 Alameda Blvd 722 Tolita 520 Marina Ave. 17 Tunapuna Ln 1730 AVDM 1210 91 Port of Spain Rd 1760 AVDM 201-210 914 B Ave 13 Antigua Ct 1770 AVDM 901 545 Alameda Blvd 302 E Avenue 1810 AVDM 203 1101 1st Street 314 627 Adella Ln 1415 4Th St
July 2021
32 Catspaw Cpe 1014 5th St 3A 714 G Ave C 1760 AVDM 108 310 B Avenue 1411 1st Street 25 Port of Spain 1125 Alameda Blvd 578 B Avenue 46 Bahama Bend 344 Orange Ave 201 405 E Ave 43 Bridgetown Bend 20 Catspaw Cape 501 Country Club Ln 800 Coronado Avenue 1221 4th St 1616 Pomona Avenue 84 Montego Court 848 D Avenue 204 1730 AVDM 108 1820 AVDM 1206-1207 731 Adella Avenue
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BD 2 1 4 2 4 3 2 4 2 2 3 1 3 3 5 3 2 3 3 5 2 1 4 3 3 3 4 4
BA 1 2 2 2 4 3 3 3 2 3 3 1 4 3 7 3 2 2 3 5 2 1 5 3 3 3 4 3
SQFT 687 884 1,556 1,322 3,000 1,669 2,021 2,169 1,347 1,502 1,865 1,031 1,705 1,603 5,197 1,951 1,400 2,518 1,964 3,200 1,585 749 3,778 1,731 1,486 2,201 3,037 2,800
SOLD $1,575,000 $1,825,000 $2,890,000 $2,960,000 $2,500,000 $2,640,000 $2,650,000 $2,265,000 $1,250,000 $1,100,000 $1,560,000 $1,769,500 $1,875,000 $3,250,000 $6,000,000 $1,550,000 $1,875,000 $1,900,000 $2,200,000 $3,368,000 $1,350,000 $1,250,000 $3,482,950 $2,085,000 $2,335,000 $2,300,000 $3,339,375 $1,420,000
BD 4 3 3 2 4 3 3 5 3 5 2 3 3 5 3 3 2 1 2 2 2 4 5
BA 3 3 3 2 3 3 2 5 4 6 2 4 3 3 3 2 1 2 3 1 2 5 5
SQFT 2,472 1,815 1,658 1,267 3,214 1,472 2,546 3,332 3,774 3,499 1,603 1,958 2,091 2,409 2,734 1,342 899 624 1,471 905 1,400 2,833 5,100
SOLD $1,715,000 $2,695,000 $1,349,000 $3,250,000 $2,240,000 $1,395,000 $2,050,000 $5,431,250 $3,595,000 $2,010,000 $1,110,000 $1,950,000 $1,610,000 $1,550,000 $4,200,000 $2,350,000 $1,231,000 $845,000 $1,058,000 $1,100,000 $3,025,000 $4,400,000 $7,200,000
August 2021 83 Kingston Court 169 E Avenue 761 D Avenue B 235 El Chico Lane 1710 AVDM 1203 320 1st Street 960 Coronado Ave 161 E Avenue 457 E Avenue 1099 1st St 415 1160 Pine Street 1760 AVDM 301 815 3rd St 815 1st St 911 E Avenue 202 1617 Miguel Ave 7 Spinnaker Way 1750 AVDM 1401 374 D Ave 951-55 B Ave 1101 1st 106 13 Montego Ct 333 Orange Ave 25 1099 1St St 308 26 Antigua Ct 477 B Avenue 1720 AVDM 904 874 A Avenue
September 2021 1780 AVDM 901 1760 AVDM 408 26 Blue Anchor Cay Road 667 Margarita Ave 1830 AVDM 1605 823 H Ave 819 San Luis Rey Ave 16 Green Turtle Rd 1099 1st 202 1770 AVDM 403 41 Aruba Bend 2 Green Turtle Rd 901 3Rd St 1820 AVDM Penthouse 2 42 Spinnaker Way 28 Mardi Gras Rd 434 Orange Ave 1 434 Orange Avenue 3A 667 POMONA AVENUE 840 Cabrillo Avenue 1099 1st St 203 748 G Ave 536 G Ave 4 313 D Avenue 12 Spinnaker Way 900 Alameda Boulevard 2 Sandpiper Strand
BD 2 3 3 4 3 3 3 5 2 2 4 1 5 4 1 4 4 1 3 3 3 2 2 2 2 4 3 3
BA 2 3 3 3 3 6 2 5 1 3 7 1 5 4 2 2 4 1 3 3 4 2 2 3 2 4 2 2
SQFT 1,650 1,350 2,030 2,080 1,603 5,476 1,466 4,354 741 2,033 6,562 749 2,921 2,779 1,193 2,251 3,493 1,111 2,012 1,820 3,204 1,501 1,087 2,189 1,534 2,654 1,630 1,703
SOLD $1,485,000 $2,400,000 $1,130,000 $1,790,000 $2,750,000 $4,300,000 $2,688,000 $4,195,000 $1,550,000 $2,750,000 $6,325,000 $1,050,000 $3,012,750 $4,275,000 $825,000 $2,775,000 $3,250,000 $1,125,000 $2,150,000 $2,995,000 $3,700,000 $977,500 $820,000 $2,175,000 $1,350,000 $2,809,000 $4,150,000 $2,115,000
BD 2 2 4 4 2 3 3 5 2 3 3 5 5 2 3 2 2 3 4 3 2 3 2 2 4 7 4
BA 2 2 5 4 2 3 3 5 3 3 3 7 5 2 3 3 2 3 4 2 3 3 2 3 5 10 6
SQFT 1,497 1,267 4,525 2,564 1,215 2,228 2,250 3,205 2,189 1,668 2,185 6,476 2,376 1,333 2,708 1,646 1,206 1,896 2,810 1,422 2,189 1,400 810 1,328 4,363 8,367 4,800
SOLD $2,175,000 $2,995,000 $4,000,000 $3,500,000 $3,400,000 $2,569,900 $3,375,000 $3,450,000 $1,085,000 $3,000,000 $1,613,000 $6,650,000 $2,245,000 $2,550,000 $2,850,000 $1,450,000 $1,539,000 $2,612,000 $2,595,000 $2,850,000 $1,975,000 $1,795,000 $915,000 $1,300,000 $4,625,000 $7,625,000 $7,400,000
September cont. 1750 AVDM 908 466 H Avenue 850 C Avenue 3 476 Alameda Boulevard 8 Admiralty Cross 1103 6th St 1810 AVDM 809 1820 AVDM 207 43 Blue Anchor Cay Rd 1830 AVDM 301 93 Antigua Court 1133 1st St 420 1422 6th Street 953-57 G 227 C Ave
October 2021 910 2nd Street 930 Country Club Lane 965 D Ave 405 Adella Lane 63 Montego Ct 434 Orange Avenue 3B 18 Buccaneer Way 434 Orange Avenue 2A 840 C Avenue 901 Adella Avenue 357 E Avenue 1448 3rd St 440 Pomona Avenue 376 H Ave 14 Sandpiper Strand 434 Orange Avenue 2B 901 Balboa Avenue 429 F Ave 735-39 J Ave 1099 1St St 220 740 I Ave 4 The Point 933 Olive Avenue 507 7th Street 1010 Olive Avenue 1144 Isabella Avenue 1099 1st Street 302 503 10Th St 1810 AVDM 1001 1014 5th St. 2B 765 H Avenue 10 Buccaneer Way 1007 2nd Street 1730 AVDM 1203 820 A Ave 534 Orange Avenue
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BD 2 4 2 4 5 4 2 3 3 2 3 2 3 5 4
BA 2 4 2 3 6 6 2 2 3 2 2 2 2 4 3
SQFT 1,158 1,747 1,410 1,922 4,065 3,258 1,300 1,697 2,388 1,200 1,860 1,526 1,360 2,147 2,372
SOLD $1,800,000 $2,100,000 $1,290,000 $3,145,000 $3,000,000 $3,370,000 $2,150,000 $2,400,000 $2,599,000 $1,400,000 $1,350,000 $1,730,000 $2,002,579 $2,700,000 $2,550,000
BD 3 5 3 5 2 3 4 3 3 5 3 4 2 2 4 3 4 4 7 2 3 5 2 1 7 8 2 4 1 3 3 5 3 3 3 3
BA 2 3 4 4 2 3 4 4 3 4 3 3 1 1 6 3 3 4 7 3 3 5 1 1 9 7 3 5 1 3 2 5 2 3 2 4
SQFT 1,046 2,828 2,641 2,393 1,501 1,471 3,958 2,054 2,036 3,206 1,952 1,901 804 920 4,130 1,550 2,382 2,180 3,996 1,776 1,421 3,867 823 608 7,665 7,446 2,189 2,979 705 1,667 1,189 4,647 1,306 1,668 2,096 2,000
SOLD $1,700,000 $3,750,000 $3,100,000 $1,950,000 $1,150,000 $1,939,000 $2,950,000 $2,449,000 $2,500,000 $4,125,000 $2,100,000 $1,978,000 $1,500,000 $1,300,000 $3,850,000 $1,799,000 $3,300,000 $1,830,000 $3,225,000 $1,380,000 $2,116,000 $4,850,000 $1,400,000 $1,020,000 $7,575,000 $15,927,400 $1,449,000 $4,250,000 $1,250,000 $1,950,000 $2,350,000 $3,350,000 $1,600,000 $3,600,000 $2,950,000 $2,000,000
November 2021 1830 AVDM 1014 1099 1st St 320 337 G Ave 225 G Avenue 2 The Inlt 464 G Avenue 1414 Glorietta Blvd 1720 AVDM 603 905 J Ave 1133 1st St 318 1830 AVDM 1608 1820 AVDM 1504 1330 Glorietta 1780 AVDM 305 24 Bahama Bend 1820 AVDM 606 314 Glorietta Place 355 Glorietta Pl 845 E Ave E 1820 AVDM 201 1447 1st St
December 2021 46 Spinnaker Way 408 Glorietta Blvd 1780 AVDM 609 1106 4Th St 5 417 C AVE 25 The Point 704 7th Street 403 C Avenue 734 Glorietta Blvd 1625 Glorietta Blvd 813 H Avenue 1725 Monterey Avenue 374 Orange Ave B 1402 8th Street 1750 AVDM 307 1100 Isabella Avenue 1099 1st St. 403 14 Montego Ct 801 8th Street
BD 1 2 3 4 4 1 3 1 4 2 1 3 5 1 4 1 3 3 3 1 3
BA 1 3 4 5 3 1 2 1 4 2 1 3 4 1 3 2 3 3 3 2 3
SQFT 756 1,776 2,250 2,819 2,645 534 1,655 944 2,651 1,325 809 1,750 3,986 1,031 2,242 1,151 1,792 2,255 1,444 1,100 1,472
SOLD $1,055,000 $1,620,000 $2,205,000 $2,850,000 $1,985,000 $815,000 $2,785,000 $1,895,000 $4,095,000 $1,657,000 $1,475,000 $2,900,000 $4,045,000 $1,500,000 $1,600,000 $1,550,000 $2,100,000 $2,285,000 $1,210,000 $1,200,000 $1,711,000
BD 4 3 3 2 2 4 4 2 4 2 3 4 1 4 2 3 2 2 4
BA 4 3 4 2 2 5 4 2 4 2 3 4 1 2 2 3 3 3 3
SQFT 3,493 1,418 2,183 993 1,152 3,316 2,448 1,152 3,773 896 2,380 2,830 810 2,194 1,750 2,041 2,465 1,492 1,648
SOLD $3,200,000 $2,320,000 $4,050,000 $920,000 $975,000 $4,725,000 $2,325,000 $935,000 $5,400,000 $1,450,000 $2,825,000 $3,275,000 $657,000 $2,915,000 $3,149,000 $3,361,000 $2,450,000 $1,075,000 $1,575,000
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WHO’S WHO IN CORONADO REAL ESTATE
2022
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Beth Aiello
DRE#01775191 Meet Beth, an active Coronado resident and dedicated Real Estate Broker Associate. With over 20 years of experience, multiple credentials, awards, and consistently ranked in the top 5% performance in SD, she will exceed your expectations as a fullservice Realtor, always going above and beyond for her clients, which reflects in her 100% 5-star reviews. Push the easy button and call Beth today! Local, Experienced, and Dedicated. Address: 1220 Orange Ave Phone: 619-300-3577 Web: www.YourCoronadoRealtor.com Years in Business: 20+
Jaime Bea
DRE# 01387894 A big thank you to all my family and friends for making 2021 one of my better years in real estate. Excited to start new year off as Broker at Coronado Cays Realty.
Address: 509 Grand Caribe Causeway Phone: (619) 357-5581 Email: jnfbea@hotmail.com
Charles Ahern
DRE#01262309 As a vice president of aircraft sales for corporate giant McDonald Douglas (now Boeing), I traveled all over the world. In 1989, when I set foot on the Crown Island Coronado, I knew this is where I wanted to be. I am a Certified Residential Specialist, Senior Real Estate Specialist. My clients appreciate my hard work, expertise, honesty, integrity and years of sales and marketing experiences. There is no better place to live than Coronado…Open the door, let the Coronado lifestyle in! Address: 101 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-435-0101 Years in Business: 24
Scott Aurich DRE# 00978974
I have been a Broker in Coronado for the past 30+ years. With my affiliation with Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty, your property is given the highest level of global marketing and sales representation available anywhere. Whether you’re looking to purchase or sell a beach cottage or a coastal masterpiece, it would be a privilege to represent you. Respectfully Scott Aurich. One of the Top 250 Agents Worldwide, Sotheby’s International Realty, 2020. 1# in Gross Sales Volume in Coronado since 2014. SDAR Recognition of Excellence, Platinum award winner since 2014. #100 Individual in the Nation, #41 in CA (by sales volume) according to, “The Thousand,” by Real Trends in the Wall Street Journal, 2021. Address: 1200 Orange Ave Phone: (619) 987-9797 Web: www.ScottAurich.com Years in Business: 30+ Charity Focus: Rady Childrens Hospital, World Housing and Alpha Project
Victoria Biagiotti-Wise Mary H. Bowlby, CCIM CalBRE# 01464951 With 15 years of real estate knowledge helping clients in Southern California, Victoria’s philosophy of building trust and maintaining long-term relationships isessential to the success of her practice and clients. Being a University of San Diego alumni, she’s made Coronado her home. Her personal attention and concierge-level service is given to each customer to successfully meet their real estate goals like concierge remodeling and bridge loan services. Victoria publishes a monthly online newsletter as a way to keep her valued clients stay informed of the real estate market. She is a mom, a marketing professional, and community non-profit volunteer. Address: 511 Grand Caribe Cswy, Coronado Cays 92118 Phone: (619) 519-0352 Email: wiserealestateinfo@gmail.com Facebook:@wiserealestateinfo
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DRE# 01994278 Let me do what I love best; assist you to find and purchase the perfect property or help you attain the highest sale price possible for the property you want to sell. I specialize in waterfront and luxury residential properties in the Coronado & San Diego coastal areas. As a CCIM designee, I have the proven experience and negotiating skills to help you achieve your real estate goals.
Address: 511 Grand Caribe Cswy Phone: (727) 692-6516 Email:Mary.Bowlby@Compass.com Years in Business: 24
Cathy Brown
DRE #01915932 27 year Coronado resident, co-owner Cathy brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to SoCal Premier Properties. Volunteering has been a big part of how Cathy gives back to her community serving as President of the Concerts in the Park, Treasurer of the Rady Children’s Hospital Coronado unit and Treasurer of the Coronado Real Estate Association.
Address: 1330 Orange Avenue, #304 Phone: (619) 316-3489 Email: socalcathyb@gmail.com Years in Business: 10 Years
The Clements Group DRE#01120956 The Clements Group has been the backbone of residential real estate sales in Coronado & San Diego’s coastal communities for over 25 years. They have been trusted to buy & sell some of San Diego and Coronado’s finest properties. For services as elevated as your standards, nothing compares to The Clements Group. We look forward to assisting you in the sale or purchase of your next home.
Address: 1341 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-435-3700 Web: ClementsGroupRE.com Years in Business: 28
Adrienne Dente Catherine Bianchi DRE# 01317331 I have had the privilege of being a lifelong member of this amazing Village. ...with my children and grandchildren continuing to live here as well. Coronado is a special place to call home and it has been an honor and a pleasure for the past 24 years to have had the opportunity to assist many individuals and families with their dream to own Coronado Real Estate and become a part of our community. Address: 101 Orange Avenue Phone: (619) 850-2880 Web: AdrienneDente.com Years in Business: 24
Steve Clinton
DRE#01006292 Steve Clinton has been licensed in Real Estate since 1988 and has lived in the Coronado area since 1989. Real Estate transactions can be very complex in today’s market and he strives to make them as seamless and ethical as possible.
Address: 1200 Orange Ave Phone: 619-279-1818 Web: kathypoundsteam.com Years in Business: 33
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DRE# 02049350 With 20 years experience in Coronado, California and Arizona real estate, Catherine excels in representing her clients with unmatched dedication and attention to details. She is committed to navigating the real estate process from start to finish with a level of perseverance and care, ensuring her buyers and sellers are well informed when making one of the most important decisions of their lives. “Truly listening to a client’s needs and objectives is the foundation of a successful real estate relationship” Phone: 858-361-5325 Email: catherinebianchi@sothebysrealty.com Years in Business: 20
Coronado Island Realty DRE# 01365150
Natalie Frost and Maureen Eckenroth are the dynamic duo that make Coronado Island Realty’s Property Management Team. With many years of Property Management and bookkeeping experience, combined with the utilization of online management software, they are on top of any issues that arise. Natalie is exceptional in working with both owners and tenants, and has been able to keep vacancies to a minimum and works quickly to address any repairs. Maureen does a spectacular job managing billing and keeping our owners informed through monthly reports and statements. Together, Natalie & Maureen excel at intrapersonal relationships and pride themselves on their straightforwardness and ethical standards. Address: 1111 9th Street #202 Phone: (619) 435-0145 Web: www.coronado-realty.com Years in Business: 25+
Coronado Premier Properties Carolyn Crane DRE#01976606 We specialize in Sales and Rentals. If you are looking for an agent to assist you with purchasing, selling or managing your property, we have experience to assist with your individual needs. Nos especializamos en Ventas y Alquileres. Si está buscando un agente que lo ayude a comprar, vender o administrar su propiedad, tenemos experiencia para ayudarle con sus necesidades individuales. Lisa Storey, Herlinda Sandoval-Ryan, Kina Fowler, Tazzie Treadwell Phone: 619-997-3112, 619-917-8888, 619-823-6725, 619-888-6401 Web: CoronadoPremierProperties.com Years in Business: Combined 55+
Georgia Ellis
DRE# 01012774 Broker Associate, member of the Luxury homes division & Top award winner in my field for over 34 years. I’ve been involved in many market cycles with the highest level of professionalism & track record for repeat business & client referrals. Specializing in Coronado, Point Loma, La Jolla & surrounding coastal areas plus community involvement. Member of the Coronado Rotary Club, volunteer for Coronado hospital gala committee & past Board member of Coronado Main Street Board. Address: 955 Orange Avenue Phone: (619) 988-2455 Web: CoronadoGeorgia@gmail.com Years in Business: 34
DRE# 00827245 Broker, BRE Carolyn Crane began her real estate career in commercial leasing and property management. For over 25 years, she has focused her career on residential property sales and management handling many transactions for outof-state owners. Having been a Coronado resident since 1992, Carolyn brings a wealth of local knowledge and valuable context for Coronado and the surrounding areas. Address: 1203 2nd St. Suite C, Coronado Phone: (619) 522-0377 Email: leasing@crestmontrealty.com Years in Business: 23
Fred Eckert
DOI#OG43343 Over 29+ years with Chicago Title and a Master’s Degree, has allowed me to provide sound advice and the best title insurance when you buy, sell, refinance, do a 1031 exchange or need commercial/ subdivision title work. I work with realtors, lenders, attorneys, escrow officers and consumers. Need a recommendation for any of the above? Call me anytime.
Address: 675 I Avenue Phone: 619-507-5688 Email: Supmanx@gmail.com EckertF@CTT.com Years in Business: 29+
Paulette Fennello Cassandra Goldacker DRE#: 01124030 I love real estate ! So Far... a joy to have 28 years specializing in Coronado and Southern California Coastal Properties, 31 years for Scottsdale/ Phoenix Arizona and work as a Consulting Private Broker for Lake Tahoe, Las Vegas, Nevada and the latest areas of Boulder, Cherry Creek, Vail/Beaver Creek areas of Colorado. My business is to work directly with you or through top agents around the country to lead, follow or stand right beside in all your real estate needs in Residential, Vacation and light Commercial properties. Address: 114 C Ave #285, Coronado Phone: (619) 318-5707 Email: ownyourdreams123@aol.com Web: OwnYourDreams.com Years in Business: 13
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DRE #02094665 As a Coronado resident, Cassandra has developed her real estate career with SoCal Premier Properties through her strong ties to the community and volunteering with organizations that have supported her passion for helping people and animals.
Address: 1330 Orange Avenue, Suite #304 Phone: 619-618-8215 Email: Cassandragoldacker@gmail.com Years in Business: 2
Gerri-Lynn Fives Ruth Ann Fisher Apua Garbutt DRE# 01274657 A former military officer who has lived around the world and experienced the buying and selling process first hand, Gerri-Lynn loves calling Coronado home since 1991! GL enjoys helping others own their dream in this community. Her motto is “Expect More than a Home, Create a Lifestyle in Coronado.” A licensed Broker since 2000, GL holds 8 designations from the National Association of REALTORS®. She was the CREA 2011 REALTOR® of the Year & 2014/2020 REALTOR® of the Year by the SD Association of REALTORS®. GL is VP of the San Diego Association of REALTORS and a Director of the California Association of REALTORS since 2010. Address: 1200 Orange Avenue Phone: (619) 813-7193 Web: coronadocays.com Years in Business: 21 Charity Focus: Blind Water Ski School
DRE#01281432 Ruth Ann Fisher, working in association with Hotel Del Coronado since 2008 and a proud resident of Coronado since 1999; has amassed more than 35 years of experience in the Real Estate industry. She continues to be an exemplary example of professionalism and integrity. Putting her clients first, while delivering satisfactory results has earned her much respect and admiration from her clients and colleagues, alike. Address: 1500 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-733-4100 Web: delcoronadorealty.com Years in Business: 36+ Charity Focus: The Salvador Foundation
DRE# 01859903
Prior to becoming an agent, Apua worked side by side with real estate, corporate and probate attorneys, including HUD Section 8 Housing. Positions held: • 2 yrs. Director Coronado Real Estate Assn. (CREA) • Past 2020 Vice President of Coronado Real Estate Assn. (CREA) • Current Director California Association of Realtors, Region 24 (C.A.R.) • San Diego Assn. of Realtors (“SDAR”) / Housing Opportunity Exofficio member - Fundraising Involvement • SD Museum of Art/“Art Alive”/Legacy Designer • Founder of the P.A.W.S. of Coronado Canine Mayor elections since 2010. Theses zany elections occur every 2 years and have garnered approximately $80,000+ of charitable donations through votes for their favorite canine...$1.00 a vote. • Balboa Park Conservancy Circle, Member / Donor. Effort in maintaining the beauty of the park and the historical significanse. One of the largest parks in the United States.
Address: 101 Orange Avenue Phone: (619) 372-2777 Email: apuareagent@gmail.com Years in Business: 12
Kathleen Hanlon Caroline Haines Francine Howard DRE#01386879 As an industry-leading agent, I am committed to delivering extraordinary service and results to every client. My dedication to service has made me a leader with Berkshire Hathaway in Southern California, and that success is built by helping one client at a time. Chairman’s Circle Gold 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2020, 2021 Chairman’s Circle Platinum 2019 Address: 955 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-339-6536 Email: kathleen.hanlon@yahoo.com Years in Business: 19 Charity Focus: Coronado Flower Show, San Diego Rowing Club, Coronado Hospital Foundation, Girl Scouts of America, National Charity League, Casa de los Pobres, Fresh Start
DRE# 00953131 Local Knowledge is Power. My 36-year career in Real Estate provides me with a unique understanding of the professional concerns and responsibilities that affect buyers and sellers. I am a dedicated professional who has a strong commitment to ensuring quality service for my clientele. A fourth-generation family from Coronado gives me a great sense of all-around knowledge and understanding of Coronado Island. I am a full-service agent and was Realtor of the year for ’13, ’15 & ’19. Address: 101 Orange Avenue Phone: (619) 435-5200 Email: chaines@bhhscal.com Years in Business: 36
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DRE# 01802654 Serving Coronado and San Diego since 2007 in both Sales and Property Management, Francine brings personalized service to her clients and tailors each transaction to maximize the overall “happiness factor” for all! As a UCSD alumnus, Francine utilizes her education, expertise and networking to the best advantage for her clients.
Address: 112 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-302-0234 Web: FrancineHoward.com Years in Business: 15
Karen Hust
DRE#01708516 Providing excellent customer service and valued client experiences are extremely important to Karen. With a tireless work ethic, she remains focused on helping clients achieve their real estate goals while also building long-term relationships. Her drive and dedication have earned Karen recognition as a Five Star Real Estate Agent for 13 straight years. Address: 939 Orange Avenue Phone: (619) 838-7021 Email: Karen@themorabitogroup.com Years in Business: 14
Genie Irish
DRE# 01918753 Born & raised in IB, community is the heart of her career. Backed by her well-respected reputation as an industry expert, Genie designed her business to provide exclusive, value-added services that clients need most in today’s market. In 2021, Genie launched her own boutique real estate brand Costa Modern Properties and since the launch she has helped over 50 families this year buy / sell real estate, earning her spot at Top 2% of all Realtors in SD and receiving SDAR’s Platinum level award. Phone: 619.796.9100 Web: Costamodernproperties.com Years in Business: 19 Charity Focus: Chula Vista Chamber of Commerce, previous board member of San Ysidro/Imperial Beach Health Clinic. 2020 appointed to the Commission for Historic Preservation for the city of CV.
Rick Inghram
DRE# 01377744 With over 18 years of real estate experience, Colonel Rick Inghram, USMC, Retired and Broker Associate consistently earns high recommendations from his clients. Dependable, disciplined and always going the extra mile for his clients in sales and property management, he represents the embodiment of the Marine Corps motto, Semper Fidelis, Always Faithful.
Address: 101 Orange Avenue Phone: (619) 301-7766 Email: ringhram@gmail.com Years in Business: 13
Alan Kinzel
DRE#01925565 When experience and results matter, Alan Kinzel is the right choice for you. Don’t take our word for it, check out his on-line reviews on Zillow, Redfin and more where 100% of his clients have given him a raving 5 star rating. In addition, you will help Alan with his passion to give back and make our schools, arts and families more vibrant. He brings a uniquely diverse background to the table which includes degrees in Economics, Finance, an MBA and experience in mortgage and construction. He has received numerous awards and recognitions. Phone: 619-616-8188 Web: www.alankinzel.com Years in Business: 24
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Vicki Inghram
DRE# 01293521 With over 21 years of heartfelt dedication, Vicki consistently earns coveted awards for Outstanding Customer Service and Top Sales in Coronado and San Diego. These awards represent a sincere commitment and disciplined mastery of producing a very happy outcome for you, the client. Vicki’s vision is to build a lifetime relationship with her clients.
Address: 101 Orange Avenue Phone: (619) 204-3400 Web: BestofCoronado.com Years in Business: 21 Charity Focus: Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation
Shelly Klessinger DRE#01355449 A San Diego native, and licensed Broker Associate, working in Coronado since 2002. Shelly knows the ins and outs of the local market. Her work savvy characteristics along with her upbeat personality and professional commitment to her clients allows Shelly to continue being a successful realtor. She is proactive, always has time for her clients and would be honored to represent you in your next real estate transaction. Address: 1200 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-519-3925 Email: Shellyklessinger@gmail.com Years in Business: 18 Charity Focus: Member of the Zoological Society SD
The Koop Group
DRE#00460840 -Over 50 million in sales in 2021 -#1 Team Berkshire Hathaway Coronado -Over a Billion Dollars in Coronado Real Estate Sales -Top 1/2 of 1% of Berkshire Hathaway Agents. -15x Chairman’s Circle Award Winner -Residents of Coronado for 47 years. -Knowledgeable, Experienced & Skilled Negotiators Address: 101 Orange Avenue Phone: Allison Rice 619-490-9049 Kathy Koop 619-985-8722 Karrie Gilby 619-857-7665 Web: www.thekoopgroup.com Years in Business: 40+
Ken May
DRE#01260645 Ken is a seasoned Realtor and specializes in the Coronado and Imperial Beach markets. He has built strong relationships in both areas and has an inside track on homes that may become available. As a US Navy veteran, Ken is an agent who knows the importance of good communication and paying attention to detail. He prides himself on walking his clients through the process of buying and selling from the start of discussion through the closing of escrow and beyond. Ken will always be there for your every real estate need. Call him today. Phone: 619-254-7497 Email: socalkenm@gmail.com Years in Business: 23
Olga Lavalle
DRE #01724705 With more than 15 years of experience in Real Estate, Olga Lavalle has deep knowledge of the Coronado community and market trends. Educated abroad, she is fluent in English, Spanish and French. Her quiet sophistication is matched by her down to earth sincerity and her dedication to help and protect her clients in this complex market. Address: 1033 B Ave, Ste 303 - 304 Phone: (619) 995-6259 Web: www.HomesOlga.com Email: olga@elliman.com Years in Business: 16
Linda Lomas
DRE#00595800 Linda with 40 plus years of Real Estate experience has accomplished many Professional Designations during the course of her real estate career. Linda specializes in Coronado (Village, Shores, Cays) however, she has sold properties from Rancho Santa Fe down to South Bay in all price ranges, from a castle to a cottage. What is your home worth? Let me provide you with a custom CMA. I return calls promptly and would love to hear from you. Address: 1019 Isabella Avenue Phone: (619) 884-4499 Email:LindaLomasCoronado@gmail.com Years in Business: 40+
McKay & Associates Meridith Metzger DRE#01876062 At McKay & Associates, we know there is power in numbers. Every client is a top priority: we provide personalized service and a dedicated team at your disposal. We offer one-stop shopping start to finish, from contractors and stagers, to coordinating the move and signing the papers. Each transaction is tackled with a custom strategy, ensuring you achieve your goals, make the most money, and get the attention you deserve. Address: 955 Orange Avenue Phone: Molly Haines 619-985-2726, Carrie Mickel 619-630-3570, Lindsey Lyons 619-405-9208 Web: mollyhainesmckay.com Years in Business: 20+
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DRE#01435132 Meridith’s current and past clients know they can count on individual attention and unique solutions to meet their specific real estate needs, whether they are luxury home sellers, first-time home buyers, savvy investors, or vacation home buyers from around the world. Her client testimonials include endorsements from every age group including working professionals, transitioning retirees, and those just entering the real estate market. Address: 955 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-850-8285 Email: meridithmetzger@gmail.com Years in Business: 17 Charity Focus: Project Concern International and Horses of the Tir Na Nog
Ashley Mendham Kate Gillingham Milke Mike Napolitano DRE #02077483 Ashley is passionate about her career and proud to work where she lives. Born and raised locally, now selling real estate in her hometown, Ashley knows the San Diego market, especially Coronado, and would love the opportunity to represent you on the sale or purchase of your next property. With experience working on both the residential and commercial sides of the business, along with growing up in a real estate household, it is a part of Ashley’s identity and she’d be honored to make your home dreams come true. Address: 1200 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-519-3290 Email: youragentash@gmail.com Years In Business: 2 Charity Focus: Agents of Change
Carrie O’Brien & Beth Delano DRE# 1350170 DRE# 1026197 Carrie O’Brien has been the Broker/Owner of Flagship Properties for 19 years which specializes in Coronado and surrounding areas including Imperial Beach, Point Loma, and north to La Jolla and Del Mar. Beth Delano joined Flagship in 2011 and brings a design flair that perfectly complements Flagship’s residential sales. Flagship is affiliated with Flagg Coastal Homes. Address: 1125 Loma Ave, Coronado Phone: (619) 847-3524 Web: www.Flagship.net Years in Business: 20 years Charity focus: Navy SEAL Foundation, Christ Church Day School, Emerald Keepers, Coronado Historic Association
DRE# 01782461
Kate was born in Coronado, grew up at Coronado Island Realty and graduated from CHS in 2005. From an early age Kate worked in her Dad’s office and obtained her agent’s license at age 18. Graduating from the University of San Diego in 2009, Kate earned her Broker’s license the following year. At age 27 Kate was selected as a “30 under 30” by the National Association of Realtors - and was featured on the cover of the National magazine - she was only one of 2 selectees from California that year. Since 2015 Kate has continued to grow her business by providing expertise, perspective and top-notch service. Kate and her husband Brett enjoy spending time with their two children, Poppy and Milly Marie and their puppy Ben. Address: 1111 9th Street #202 Phone: (619) 435-0145 Web: www.coronado-realty.com
Ken Pecus
DRE#01056969 Ken is the founder and group leader of the Ken Pecus Group, powered by the national real estate market leader in technology, Compass. Having obtained his license in 1989, Ken has more than 30 years of experience representing buyers and sellers. Being a Coronado native raised on the island, his local knowledge, relationships, and insight makes him equipped and ready to help guide you home!
Address: 1019 Isabella Ave Phone: 619-977-8419 Email: Ken@kenpecus.com Years In Business: 30+
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BRE#00867086 Mike Napolitano is President and Managing Broker of Real Living Napolitano Real Estate. The longest family owned Real Estate Sales office in Coronado. Napolitano served on the Coronado Planning Commission From 1986-1988, and the Coronado City Council from 1988-1992. He is a Past President of the Coronado Association of Realtors and Past Chairman of the Coronado Hospital Foundation. Address: 939 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-435-0135 Web: realliving.com Years in Business: 40 Charity Focus: Resurrection Lutheran Church, Coronado Hospital Foundation, Coronado Marine Corp League
Kathy Pounds
DRE# 01044960 With over 30 years invested in Coronado Real Estate, Kathy Pounds truly understands the community and how to build a loyal customer base. Since starting her career in 1987, she has sold nearly every property in the Cays at least once and has built an outstanding reputation for quality service. Staying relevant and successful in Real Estate for three decades is a feat that not many can accomplish. Address: 511 Grand Caribe Cswy Phone: (619) 997-3171 Web: KathyPoundsTeam.com Years in Business: 32+
Lorena Saenz-Ruiz DRE: 02102063 Lorena has been a member of the Coronado community for over 20 years. Her strong ties to both the Coronado and Mexican community gives her a unique advantage in serving a broad spectrum of clients, whether they are buying or selling in Coronado. In just the past two years, Lorena has been involved in closing more than $20 million in real estate transactions. Her commitment to her clients is unwavering, as shown by her servicedriven approach to every transaction. Lorena is the proud mother of six amazing children, which gives her a genuine appreciation for what Coronado has to offer. Regardless of your real estate needs, you can entrust them to Lorena, who will respond with dedication, expertise and a client-first approach that defines her as a real estate professional. Address: 935 Orange Ave Email: lorena.saenzruiz@compass.com Phone: (619) 252-0828
Gina Schnell DRE#01945038
Gina Schnell is an experienced Broker Associate whose background as a Senior Vice President for a major US bank, Licensed Financial Advisor and Navy spouse make her uniquely qualified to meet her clients’ real estate needs. Chairman’s Circle Gold (top 2% of Berkshire Hathaway agents nationwide), Top 100 San Diego County, SDAR Circle of Excellence (Top 5% San Diego County), Women’s Council of Realtors, Member SDAR & CREA. Address: 101 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-865-0650 Web: www.ginaschnell.com Years in Business: 7 Charity Focus: Support The Enlisted Project (STEP)
Salas Properties
DRE# 01966248 We are guided by excellence. Salas Properties prides itself on being a top boutique style real estate firm in Coronado. Our experience, attention to detail and care not only sets us apart but also solidifies lasting relationships. We are passionate and we love to help dreams come true. We are the Coronado brokerage that cares always serving our clients best interests. We thank you in advance for allowing us the opportunity to serve you. Hablamos español.
Address: 1208 10th Street Phone: (619) 905-5780 Web: www.SalasProperties.com Years in Business: 17 Charity Focus: Coronado Schools Foundation and Make a Wish Foundation
- Nosotros lo Hacemos Posible -
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Seashore Properties DRE# 01454055 Seashore Properties is a small boutique brokerage whose agents all work, live and have raised their families in Coronado. For the past 15 years they have had the pleasure and privilege of assisting buyers, sellers and rental property owners with ALL of their real estate needs. As a truly hometown real estate company with a spotless reputation, they will work tirelessly on your behalf to make every transaction seamless! Phone: (619) 841-5870 Web: seashorepropertiescoronado.com Years in Business: 16
Carol Stanford
DRE# 01390529 Carol is focused on providing clients with exceptional service and achieving their financial goals. She is committed to helping her clients through the entire process with professionalism and vast experience. Carol is skilled at the art of negotiation and communication and has the product knowledge and flexibility that ensures her clients get exactly what they want. When you are ready to buy or sell a home, call Carol to schedule a private consultation. Address: 1019 Isabella Ave. Phone: (619) 987-8766 Email: carol@carolstanford.com Years in Business: 18 Charity Focus: Alzheimer’s Assoc., American Cancer Society, P.A.W.S of Coronado
Olga Stevens & Maria Garate DRE#01105050 DRE#02090976 With over 30 years of combined Real Estate experience, Olga and Maria bring the extensive knowledge and business innovation needed to navigate today’s modern market. Olga is consistently a top-producing Realtor in Coronado, thanks to her amazing work ethic, tirelessservice to clients, and gracious yet tenacious negotiating style. Maria, eager to follow her grandmother’s steps, is known for being devoted to providing quality service, building relationships, and most importantly, earning her client’s trust. She offers top-level service by staying up to date on market trends and remaining responsive and dedicated to every client and transaction. Together, they have doubled their business year after year and look forward to continuing to serve their community!
Address: 1116 Tenth Street Phone: 619.778.8011 • 619.991.5073 Web: www.OlgaCoronado.com Years In Business: 30
Zachary J Thornton DRE# 01911180 Zack’s Real Estate career has been an adventure with vast experience in Colorado building and selling homes, family farms and ranches. After speaking with his sister Kathy Pounds, he relocated to Coronado to join her successful real estate team. His experience, combined with Kathy’s, equals over 65 years! That combination has equated to billions of dollars in real estate sales. In his private life, Zach enjoys spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren, time at the beach in Coronado and the mountains in Colorado.
Address: 511 Grand Caribe Cswy Phone: 619.209.0169 Email: zacharyj.thornton@outlook.com
Tom Tilford
DRE#00547836 With over 20 plus years of real estate experience, Tom is not just selling real estate, but providing essential tools and information to help buyers and sellers make great real estate decisions! Our hands –on approach and creative problem solving techniques will provide you with that can-do’ “anything is possible” real estate experience.
Address: 939 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-300-2218 Email: Tom@coronadotom.com Years in Business: 20+
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Mary Patricia Sparks DRE #01235210 Originally from the Midwest, Coronado resident with more than 20 years’ experience in Commercial Real Estate. Beginning in Multifamily Apartments, branching out into Hotel Development for Marriott & Hilton Hotels all over Southern California, Mary expanded into Warehouse/Office Sales and Leasing for Clients that include the San Diego Symphony, RAD Power Bikes, Sundance Custom Golf Carts and much more. Address: 1330 Orange Avenue, Suite #4 Phone: 619-261-6061 Email: MaryPatSparks@gmail.com Years in Business: 20+
Chris & Kate Toogood DRE# 01882388 DRE# 01997872 When it comes to Coronado and the beach communities Toogood Realty has the inside track. Kate and Chris are a dynamic team giving the ultimate in personal one on one service. TOP 5% of all Realtors in San Diego, Toogood Realty is well versed in helping both buyers and sellers get the most from every transaction. Toogood Realty believes in educating it’s clients so they can feel confident with their sale or purchase. Phone: (619) 865-3334 Email: Chris@ChrisToogood.com Charity Focus: Wounded Warriors
Jeff Tyler
DRE#01900337 With a passion for “Making Dreams Come True One Home at a Time” key leadership positions & advanced education have taught me the skills to ensure success with over $33,000,000 in TNT real estate sales. MBA, Retired USN Submarine Officer, President of a public San Diego electronics company, Coronado Rotarian, & Coronado Community Foundation CFO. Address: 944 Orange Avenue Phone: 619-865-7153 Email: JTyler@cbwhomes.com Years in Business: 10 Charity Focus: PAWS
Renee Wilson
Barbara Wamhoff Ryan Wamhoff DRE# 01225350 Barbara has been a realtor in Coronado for over 20 years. She is pleased to have her grandson, Ryan Wamhoff on the COMPASS team. Barbara has been honored with many awards for buying and selling Coronado and Beyond the Bridge. She is known by her family, friends, and colleagues as an outstanding professional with the highest level of integrity. Barbara is grateful for the opportunity and privilege that has earned her lifetime relationships and friendships with her clients in helping to find that special place in Coronado. Barbara would be honored to guide and represent you with your next real estate need. Address: 1019 Isabella Avenue Phone: (619) 517-8880 Email: barbarawamhoff1@gmail.com Years in Business: 20+
Scott Grimes
DRE#01192858 DRE#01391946 ParkLife | Compass is one of the most successful boutique real estate offices on the “island” with sales in excess of $90 million and 45+ transaction sides in 2021. Their success is a direct result of their personalized service and dedication to their clients and the community of Coronado. Recipients of multiple sales, production and community service awards throughout their 25 + year careers. ParkLife | Compass respects the significance of Buying and Selling your home. Scott and Renee believe in the essence of celebrating the goodness of life! Coronado is an incredibly special place to live and it’s our privilege to work with you to help you realize your real estate goals. Address: 935 Orange Avenue Phone: (619) 518-7501 • (619) 871-4282 Email: renee@parklifeproperties.com • scott@parklifeproperties.com Charity Focus: Coronado Schools Foundation, PAWS, Coronado SAFE, Christ Church Day School, Sacred Heart Parish School, Make-A-Wish San Diego Years in Business: 25+
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DRE# 02076106 Since joining one of Coronado’s top brokerages, Ryan has both excelled and thrived as a realtor at Compass and The Ken Pecus Group. Upon his grandmother, Barbara, piloting his initiation into the family business, the Wamhoff name in Coronado Real Estate continues on. A local to the island for over 23 years, he plans to stay and continue to deliver whole-heartedness and enthusiasm alongside his clients and their families. These long-lasting relationships and embedded trust can be found with every listing. Address: 1019 Isabella Avenue Phone: (619) 865-1925 Web: Hoff_Sells_SD (Instagram) Email: ryan.wamhoff@compass.com
Brunilda & Dany Zaragoza DRE# 00849495 DRE# 01826683 With over 56 years of combined Top Producing RealEstate Experience in Coronado and Coronado Residents for 44 years, you can always count on us to help you achieve your real estate goals! Address: 501A Grand Caribe Cswy Phone: (619) 520-7799 Web: ZaragozaRealtors.com Years in Business: 56 of combined service Charity Focus: Sacred Heart Church Coronado
Find Your Agent
Scott Aurich
(619) 987-9797 (619) 437-1614
ScottAurich.com Scott@ScottAurich.com DRE#00978974
Shelly Klessinger (619) 519-3925
shellyklessinger@gmail.com DRE#01355449
Charles Ahern
(619) 823-2142
cahern@bhhscal.com DRE#01262309 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
Christine Baker
(858) 449-3200
chris@bakersellssandiego.com
BakerSellsSanDiego.com DRE#01808132
Willis Allen Real Estate
Beth Aiello
(619) 300-3577
realtybybeth@gmail.com www.yourcoronadorealtor.com DRE#01775191
Mariane Abbott (619) 301-2452
marianeabbott@yahoo.com DRE#01438122
Gerri-Lynn Fives (619) 813-7193
justgl@coronadobeach.com DRE#01274657
Ashley Mendham (619) 519-3290
Youragentash@gmail.com DRE#02077483
Marisa Ponce (619) 321-9660 ponceh3@yahoo.com DRE#01820090
Millie Chase (760) 803-0140
prioritybychase@gmail.com DRE#01800422
Jaime Bea
(619) 357-5581
jnfbea@hotmail.com DRE#01387894
Coronado Cays Realty
Catherine Bianchi (858) 361-5325
CatherineBianchi@sothebysrealty.com DRE # 02049350
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Jeff Brummitt
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
(619) 806-7052
Jan@JanClements.com DRE#01120956
Lennie Clements (619) 894-0033
LennieClements@yahoo.com DRE#01864061
Chris Clements (619) 203-8538
Christopher.L.Clements@gmail.com DRE#01877934
ClementsGroupRE.com Compass Real Estate
Doni Corcoran
619-208-1342
(858) 922-0978
JB@JeffBrummitt.com
corcoran.doni@gmail.com
DRE#00663912
DRE#01951522
Islander Realty
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Bridget Carlson
Carolyn Crane
(619) 857-5785
(619) 435-5211
DRE#02072427
DRE#00827245
Compass Real Estate
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Fran Carrigan
Adrienne Dente
francescarrigan2@gmail.com
adriennedd@aol.com
bridget@bridgethomes.com
(619) 852-3898
Carolyn@crestmontrealty.com
(619) 850-2880
DRE#01017971
DRE#00932112
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
Sherilyn Clayes
Julia M. Elassaad
(619) 320-1119
(619) 573-8350
DRE#01790281
DRE#01937427
sclayes2@gmail.com
ScottAurich.com
Jan Clements
Independent Real Estate Broker
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jelassaad@cbwhomes.com Coldwell Banker West
Find Your Agent
Katie Herrick
Lisa Storey
(619) 865-2085
(619) 997-3112
Lisa@CoronadoPremier Properties.com
kate@katieherrickgroup.com www.ktherrick.com DRE#01800357
DRE#01185272
Herlinda Sandoval-Ryan (619) 917-8888 Hablo Espanol
Herlinda@CoronadoPremier Properties.com
DRE#0120853
Kina Fowler (619) 823-6725
Kina@CoronadoPremier Properties.com DRE#01991990
Tazzie Treadwell (619) 880-5512
Tazzie@CoronadoPremier Properties.com DRE# 02022372
CoronadoPremierProperties.com CoronadoRentals.com Hablamos Español Coronado Premier Properties
Georgia Ellis
Carrie O’Brien
Compass Real Estate
DRE#01144127
Beth Delano
DRE#0126197
(619) 847-3524 (619) 514-7740 Flagship.net
Flagship Properties, Inc.
Monique Fuzet (619) 994-4453
fuzetpmonique@gmail.com DRE#00949513 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
DRE#01802654
RE/MAX Hometown Realtors
Karen Hust
(619) 838-7021 karen@themorabitogroup.com DRE#01708516
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Napolitano & Associates
(619) 372-2777
apuareagent@gmail.com DRE#01859903 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
The Koop Group
Tina Gavzie
(619) 435-8722
tinagav@aol.com MovetoCoronado.com
(619) 985-8722
(619) 778-0955 DRE#01205962
Compass Real Estate
Caroline Haines
(619) 435-5200
DRE#01012774
www.sellcoronadorealestate.com DRE# 00953131
chaines@bhhscal.com
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
Paulette Fennello
Kathleen K. Hanlon
(619) 318-5707
(619) 339-6536 Mobile
DRE#: 01124030
DRE#01386879
ownyourdreams123@aol.com
Francine@sd-realtor.com
Apua Garbutt
(619) 988-2455
georgia@bhhscal.com
Francine Howard
(619) 302-0234
kathleen.hanlon@yahoo.com
Kathy Koop DRE#00460840
Karrie Koop Gilby (619) 857-7665 DRE#01465419
Allison Koop Rice (619)490-9049 DRE#01818903
www.KathyKoop.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
Richard Inghram
(619) 301-7766
ringhram@gmail.com DRE#01377744
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ca Properties
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
Compass Real Estate
Ruth Ann Fisher
Shannon Herlihy
Vicki Inghram
(619) 733-4100
rfisher@delcoronadorealty.com DRE#01909797
delcoronadorealty.com Del Coronado Realty
(619) 855-8655
shannon@kenpecus.com
(619) 204-3400
BestofCoronado.com
DRE #01863573
DRE#01293521
Compass Real Estate
Compass Real Estate
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Find Your Agent
Neva Kaye
Molly Haines McKay
Kathy Pounds
neva.kaye@sothebysrealty.com nevakayegroup.com
MollyHainesMcKay@gmail.com
kathypoundsteam@gmail.com www.KathyPoundsTeam.com
(619) 985-2726
(619) 865-2019
DRE#01876062
DRE#01925476
Pacific Sotheby’s Realty
Carrie Mickel (619) 630-3570
Molly Korson
carriemickel@bhhscal.com DRE#01999494
(619) 808-6610
mollykorson1@aol.com DRE#01379254
619.405.9208
lindseyblyons@gmail.com
Olga Lavalle
DRE# 01993229
(619) 995-6259
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
Cheryl Morabito DRE#01183389
Dino Morabito DRE#01415017
(619) 987-3066
Dino@TheMorabitoGroup.com www.TheMorabitoGroup.com
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Napolitano & Associates
DRE#01475331
Compass Real Estate
Meridith Metzger
(619) 850-8285
meridithmetzger@gmail.com DRE#01435132 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
sclinton95@gmail.com DRE#01006292
Diego Ocampo
Victoria Wise
Park Life | Compass
FindCoronadoRealEstate.com DRE#01260645
(619) 279-1818
DRE#02015515
karisellscoastal.com kari@karisellscoastal.com
SocalKenm@gmail.com
Steve Clinton
diego.ocampo@compass.com
(619) 884-4193
(619) 254-7497
Mary H. Bowlby
(858) 200-5780
Kari Lyons
Ken May
(619) 209-0169
DRE#01994278
Willis Allen Real Estate
Compass Real Estate
Zack Thornton
mary.bowlby@compass.com
karenlee.realtor@gmail.com DRE# 00962910
DRE#00595800
harold.nevin@compass.com DRE#00667220
(727) 692-6516
(619) 861-4133
1200 Orange Ave LindaLomasCoronado@gmail.com
(619) 846-1600
DRE#01911180
Karen Lee
(619) 884-4499
Harold Nevin
zacharyj.thornton@outlook.com
Olga.Lavalle@elliman.com www.HomesOlga.com DRE#01724705
Linda Lomas
DRE#01044960
Lindsey Lyons
Korson Properties
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
(619) 997-3171
David Udell
Chris Probasco
(619) 435-0988 (619) 435-0988
(619) 519-0352
wiserealestateinfo@gmail.com DRE#01464951
David@justlistedhomes.com Chris@justlistedhomes.com
DRE#01184568
DRE#02118648
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Napolitano & Associates
THE KATHY POUNDS TEAM Compass Real Estate
(619) 252-1232
Maryellen McMahon (619) 252-4778
DRE#00993300
maryellenmcmahon.elliman.com DRE#01992431
Ed Noonan
enoonan12@aol.com CoronadoCays LuxuryHomes.com Noonan Properties
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maryellen.mcmahon@elliman.com Douglas Elliman
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Jon Palmieri
Edith Salas
Jon.Palmieri@compass.com www.Jonpalmieri.com
edith@salasproperties.com
(619) 400-7583
Myssie McCann
(619) 905-5780
(619) 435-6238
DRE#01966248
DRE#02145422
Stephanie Baker
Felicia Bell
myssie@coronadoshoresco.com
DRE#01901955
Compass Real Estate
Nancy Parrett (619) 368-1898
(619) 306-6317
(619) 920-9124
stephanie@salasproperties.com DRE#01986654
FeliciaFBell@gmail.com DRE#00429681
Josh Barbera
Stacy Bell Begin
Nancyparrett@sd-realtor.com DRE#01256239
At Home Realty
Ken Pecus (619) 977-8419 ken@kenpecus.com
(619) 957-5357
josh@salasproperties.com DRE#02053563
Dalton Pepper (619) 775-9585
daltonnado@gmail.com athomerealty.net
DRE#02134109
At Home Realty
Gina Schnell 619-865-0650
Evan Piritz
(619) 600-7817
CAPT USN (ret) evan@salasproperties.com DRE#02022374
Ricardo Alvarez 619.302.7200
ricardo@salasproperties.com DRE #02138787
ginaschnell@gmail.com DRE#01945038 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties
www.Shorelifeluxury.com DRE#02014995
DRE#: 01056969
Compass Real Estate
(619) 200-9184
StacyBegin619@gmail.com
Ara Koubeserian (619) 339-2383
arakoubeserian@yahoo.com DRE#0045410
Ryan Koubeserian (619) 339-9736
ryankoubeserian@yahoo.com DRE#01738738
www.salasproperties.com Salas Properties
Martha Kuenhold (619) 987-7725
mkuenhold@gmail.com
DRE#01369875
Phyl Sarber
(619) 933-1276 DRE#00636519
Charlotte Rudowicz (619) 865-0794 DRE#01435710
Frances MacCartee (619) 312-7466 DRE#0200954
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Olga Stevens
Maria Garate
DRE#01105050
DRE#02090976
(619) 778-8011 (619) 991-5073
John Harrington
(619) 200-8504
jharrington60@gmail.com DRE#01210260
Olgaminvielle1@gmail.com mariagarate@willisallen.com
OlgaCoronado.com
Willis Allen Real Estate
Carol Stanford (619) 987-8766
carol@carolstanford.com BuyCoronado.com DRE#01390529
Compass Real Estate
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Raquel Fernandez (619) 453-4513
Raquel@coronadoshoresrealtor.com DRE#01945891
CoronadoShoresCo.com
Coronado Shores Company
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Suzanne Fahy (619) 841-5870 seashorepropertiescoronado@gmail.com
DRE#01454055
Jeff Tyler
(619) 865-7153
Jtyler@cbwhomes.com JeffTylerCoronado.com DRE#01900337
Coldwell Banker West
Tara Brown (619) 869-1547
Renee Wilson
Scott Grimes
Renee@parklifeproperties.com
Scott@parklifeproperties.com
(619) 518-7501 (619) 847-4282
tara92118@gmail.com DRE#01452962
DRE #01192858
DRE #01391946
www.parklifeproperties.com Parklife | Compass
Lisa Davenport (619) 261-5963
lindadavenport007@gmail.com DRE#01422713
Zach Todaro
(619) 302-9239
Erin Todaro
(619) 302-0481
zach.todaro@compass.com erin.todaro@compass.com DRE#01881566 DRE#01947874
todarorealestate.com
Jill Lehr
Compass Real Estate
Brunilda Zaragoza
(619) 981-2750
lehrpad@yahoo.com
(619) 520-7799 (619) 520-0772
DRE#02035838
Hope Baker
(480) 221-0516
hopebake4@aol.com DRE#02030667
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DRE#00840495
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Kate Danilova
Chris Toogood
Emily Wendell
DRE#01997872
DRE#01882388
emilywendell@bhhscal.com DRE#02032915
(619) 865-3402 (619) 865-3334 TooGoodRealty.com chris@christoogood.com Toogood Realty
Barbara Wamhoff
tom@tomtilfordre.com
barbarawamhoff@gmail.com
DRE#01897051
DRE#01225350
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Napolitano & Associates
DRE#01826683
ZaragozaRealtors.com ZaragozaRealtors@gmail.com
Tom Tilford
(619) 300-2218
Dany Zaragoza
(619) 517-8880
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You could be here Call 619-437-8800
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Our Spring/Summer Dining issue is right around the corner with menus from all of your favorite restaurants! Coronado Magazine | P81
the final word Coronadans share their thoughts on
CURIOSITY
The first thing that came to mind was “curiosity killed the cat, satisfaction brought it back.” How appropo given my involvement with Coronado CARES, the animal welfare organization that deals with the homeless and usually non adoptable animals of our community. If cats indeed have nine lives, it is easy to see that curiosity would be a major component in their DNA. Cats demonstrate their curiosity in their uncanny ability to investigate, occasionally finding themselves in compromising situations. For humans, the word has both a negative and positive connotation. I am certain that we can all think of someone who would exemplify the negative. So let’s focus on the positive. One definition said that curiosity is “a strong desire to know or learn something.” Curiosity exists in all of us. We use it to learn something new, confirm our current knowledge base or possibly change our thinking - it is the best way to expand our minds. Let us make a conscious decision to use our personal curiosity in a positive way.
Curiosity is a wonderful thing. According to Merriam-Webster’s dictionary, the definition of curiosity is the desire to know. I recently came across this quote: “Curiosity is the compass that leads us to our passions. Follow it and you won’t be disappointed.” If you keep an open mind and allow yourself to fully dive into something, there is no doubt that you will discover your passion. Personally, I apply this to soccer. I have been playing the beautiful game ever since I was 4 years old and now I’m almost 20. Starting from AYSO and now playing college soccer, in 16 years, I have never allowed my curiosity to end. I can’t remember a practice where I didn’t learn something new or I wasn’t curious about a new skill. I train so that I can learn. If I were going to training everyday without my curiosity following me, there would be no point in playing. Soccer is my passion and I will never let it go. I recently started coaching a few younger players and their curiosity inspires me. Each one of them has that desire to learn more and it leaves me with nothing but hope for the future of women’s soccer.
As an elementary school teacher I see curiosity on a daily basis. Students will ask questions throughout lessons, some of which I have to Google or ask Siri for the answer. Sometimes a lesson will spark a thought, even some that are off topic. I believe curiosity should be fostered in a safe environment. If students are wondering something, I teach them how to responsibly find the answer. Children are also curious with boundaries. They often “know better” but want to see what happens or how it feels to do something not expected. Students often ask questions that seem indelicate or rude, but they’re just genuinely curious. The hard part with that is how to navigate an appropriate discussion (as sometimes the topics are “hot topics” like race, gender, family dynamics, etc). A lot can come out of unstructured play, so as a teacher it’s important for me to recognize their need to explore and have that time, but with safe (emotional and physical) boundaries.
Curiosity is really the key to life. It’s what gives us the drive to learn, to explore, and ultimately to find happiness. I find that curiosity is important in my work, my relationships and in everyday life. If I wasn’t curious about my field of work, I don’t think I would be providing my patients the best care that they deserve. I used to think that curiosity and learning were just in dental school and that I would learn everything I needed there. That couldn’t be further from the truth! You have to keep trying to learn new things every single day to keep that momentum going. At our office, a common phrase we use is “when you’re not learning, you’re dumbing.” It sounds silly, but it’s true! It’s kids who have figured it out best. I love kids who ask questions over and over again. They want to know “why?” to everything. They ask the questions adults are too embarrassed to ask. As adults we often think we should know everything already. But if we just got over that and kept asking “why?”, we would be able to achieve so much more in our careers, our communities, and in just about every aspect of our lives.
Curiosity is at the core of our being! Each morning we wake with thoughts of, “What will this day bring?” We start a book, curious about the path the characters will journey and where the story will take us. We walk to the beach in the evening, curious as to how beautiful the sunset will be. It’s all around us and a part of us whether we like it or not. Children are the best examples of curiosity in action. They ask questions, observe the spaces around them, and work to make sense of the world. Now we need to harness that curiosity to make changes in the world around us. Are you curious about food insecurity? Contact a food bank. Are you curious about the environment? Look into more recycling options. It’s a time for action to help those around us. Curiosity- it didn’t kill the cat, it inspires us to do more.
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Samantha Johnson Chapman College Student Coronado Resident
Lindsey Cummins Second Grade Teacher Village Elementary School
Dr. Natalie Bailey Dentist, Advanced Dentistry
Nancy Funk Head of Christ Church Day School
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