Crown City Magazine May 2024 Issue

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COVER: Photo of Steve Johnson, former publisher of The Coronado Times Newspaper, with his wife Lisa and their children Luke and Ellie. Photo taken by Erin Monahan at the Coronado Yacht Club, circa 2012.

2 IN FOCUS: Photo by Barry Alman | @barryalman

10 A NOTE FROM THE GUEST EDITOR: Danielle Maske, Executive Director of Safe Harbor Coronado

12 LOCAL BUZZ: Things to do in Coronado for locals and visitors alike

16 PEOPLE: Recognizing Steve Johnson for 21 years of service to the community

26 COMMUNITY: The Coronado Junior Woman’s Club is offering Marilyn Foster Scholarships

28 AROUND TOWN: All aboard the Aolani Catamaran for an unforgettable experience on the bay!

34 HISTORY: Carol Pastor gives us a sneak peak at the annual Historic Home Tour on Mother ’s Day

36 FOOD: Chef Clyde Van Arsdall shares secrets of perfecting the Mint Julep with two recipes

40 LIFESTYLE: Shop Bungalow 56 for items that bring practical style to your console

42 IN BLOOM: Announcing the Floral Association’s 2024 Homefront Judging Competition winners!

46 ART: Shannon McCrary & Ana Cristina de Carvalho create handmade functional art pieces

50 BEAUTY: Curated by Brit is changing lives …and entire wardrobes, one color swatch at a time

58 FAITH GROUP LISTING: A monthly listing of local faith groups with quote selected by Lisa Johnson

60 DINING GUIDE: A monthly listing of local restaurants, delis and caterers

62 MAP OF CORONADO: A monthly map to help you navigate the island BACK COVER: Photo of a hat with The Coronado Times Newspaper emblem

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HAPPY HOUR CORONADO’S

Hello Crown City Enthusiasts!

It’s Danielle Maske here, your Executive Director at Safe Harbor Coronado, and I’m absolutely elated to connect with you as the guest editor for the lively May edition of Crown City Magazine.

As the flowers bloom and the sun graces us with its warmth, we’re also turning our attention to a deeply significant cause: May Mental Health Awareness Month. This month is a ray of sunshine, illuminating the path to understanding mental health and dismantling the stigmas that too often cast a shadow over these crucial conversations. It’s a time to foster understanding, offer support, and remind everyone that it’s okay to seek help.

Coronado is not just an island; we’re a community united by compassion and a shared commitment to uplift each other. This May, let’s illuminate the importance of mental health, offering a safe haven for those navigating the challenges life presents.

Embark on this transformative journey with us, as we advocate for mental health awareness. Every path you take, whether smooth or rugged, is a step toward fostering empathy, acceptance, and overall well-being.

With the same excitement and enthusiasm, we extend a heartfelt invitation to join us at the first annual May Mental Health and Wellness Fair in Coronado. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, May 1st, and be part of a movement celebrating mental health and community solidarity. It will be a fun way to connect with community members, find tools for living a healthy life and explore new coping skills. Your participation is more than just support; it’s a beacon that makes Coronado shine with unique brilliance.

For more information about the event, please visit SafeHarborCoronado/upcomingevents.com.

There’s something for everyone in the May edition of Crown City Magazine. So, flip the page, embrace the excitement, and let’s make this month a memorable mosaic of community, connection, and cheer!

With boundless gratitude,

Danielle Maske Executive Director, Safe Harbor Coronado

Sunset photo by Joel Ortiz, Safe Harbor Coronado Photographer

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Things to Do On-Island

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Online Event Calendar

Check out the new online calendar with ALL local events brought to us by the Coronado Cultural Arts Commission and the Coronado Chamber of Commerce. If it is happening in Coronado, it will be on CoronadoCalendar.com!

Sunday Promenade Concerts in Spreckels Park are back! Concerts run from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend with concerts every Sunday. For more information, visit coronadoconcert.com.

Other Local Art, Theater & Entertainment

• Coronado Historical Association events, tours and museum CoronadoHistory.org

• Coronado Island Film Festival year-round Classic Film Series CoronadoFilmFest.com

• Art in the Park local art sale on the first and third Sundays of each month, from 10:00 am-4:00 pm at Spreckels Park CoronadoArtAssn.com

• Emerald C Gallery Wine and Paint Studio EmeraldC.com

• Art and Frames Gallery ArtCoronado.com

• Old Town Trolley Tours TrolleyTours.com/san-diego

• Coronado Playhouse CoronadoPlayhouse.com

• Lamb’s Players Theatre LambsPlayhouse.com

• Vintage Movie Theatre VintageCinemas.com

• Coronado Ferry Landing CoronadoFerryLanding.com

Smartphone Apps to explore Coronado’s Art & History

The Coronado Public Art App serves as a guide to more than 75 works of public art.

Coronado’s Historical Gems App has an extensive gallery and map to learn about local historical sites.

Other Activities & Information

The City of Coronado website is a wonderful resource to find out about things happening in town, featuring:

• A Community Calendar at Coronado.ca.us/calendar

• The City Manager's video with weekly updates at Coronado. ca.us/195/city-managersweekly-updates

• Recreation and Golf Services information at Coronado.ca.us/161/ Recreation-Golf-Services

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A LOCAL LEGEND

Recognizing Steve Johnson for 21 years of service to our community as Publisher of The Coronado Times Newspaper

By Coree Cornelius

“The Navy giveth, and the Navy taketh.” These were Steve Johnson’s words to me in 2018 when I tearfully told him my husband’s next set of orders were moving us to Annapolis, Maryland. It was my twelfth military move so I should have been a pro, used to the “until we meet again” non-farewells. This time was different though because it was the first time I was leaving a job I genuinely loved, walking away from a boss who was anything but bossy.

When I first saw the advertisement in 2015 that a local online newspaper, eCoronado.com, as The Coronado Times was called back then, was looking for staff writers, I applied with reservation. “Who would be crazy enough to hire a former teacher who’s never written before,” I questioned myself. Nervously, I showed up for my interview, noting immediately that Steve appeared larger than life, towering

Steve Johnson and his family — Lisa, Ellie and Luke, at the Yacht Club. Photo taken by Erin Monahan circa 2012.

over my five foot frame. With his affable, soft-spoken nature and thoughtful line of questioning, my fears melted and I soon found myself at ease.

At that moment I was unaware, but Steve began interviewing me for the staff writer position in the same manner he interviewed anyone for an article he was crafting. Never one to have a list of rapid-fire questions, Steve simply had a heartto-heart conversation with me, figuring out who I was and how I could contribute to his team. Within minutes of sitting down, we made a connection as we discovered our mutual love of the Philadelphia Eagles. (Go Birds!) That tidbit underscores Steve’s ability to make people feel comfortable. In our world of social media’s “Look at me” mentality, Steve was the quiet antithesis, actually listening, always steering the conversation away from himself, except, of course, when he would affectionately, with a glimmer in his eye and a side grin, mention his wife, Lisa, and their children, Ellie and Luke.

The Coronado Times, which was under Steve’s leadership as owner and publisher for twenty-one years, is his gift to Coronado. Its success was never about him, but rather about his sincere desire to link people of Crown City with one another in meaningful ways.

In today’s world where sensationalizing news is

commonplace, Steve was never about creating discord. During staff meetings, sometimes stories with a negative energy or heavy feel were pitched. Never one to squash others’ creativity, Steve would respectfully listen, and thoughtfully encourage those same ideas to flow in a way that could become constructive instead of destructive. That didn’t mean that controversial topics weren’t welcome; it just meant that issues that were considered sensitive in Coronado were approached with a mindset that, at the end of the day, we were all still neighbors. As someone of deep faith, Steve dutifully “loved thy neighbor” even when challenges arose. Much like Mr. Rogers, who reminded people to look for the “helpers” in scary times, as publisher, Steve tried to focus on those who were making Coronado become its best version of itself.

When I first started writing for the The Coronado Times, I barely knew anyone, compared with Steve, who seemed

Team dinner at the Bluewater Boathouse to kick off 2024 and announce the news of Megan Kitt's purchase of The Coronado Times.

to effortlessly form meaningful associations with practically everyone he met! Periodically, Steve would send someone’s email address or phone number to me, and suggest I meet up with him or her because, “There’s a story there.” That was the beauty of Steve’s role as publisher; he found an interest in everyone, appreciating their talents, efforts, merits, struggles and potential. He saw value in people’s contributions and was always eager to celebrate others’ achievements, believing that we are all newsworthy. He wanted his writers to cover events that had already happened, and spark an interest in things yet to come.

Steve poured that same attention and respect into everyone who worked for The Coronado Times, recognizing that each contributor brought a unique perspective. Much like a prize-winning gardener goes about cultivating a variety of seedlings to create blooms that complement one another, Steve never tried to make his writers follow a specific format, keeping the tone of the paper fresh as writers were allowed to express themselves in the writing style that best suited them. It was refreshing working for someone who actually encouraged people to be themselves, a novelty for sure!

One year at a holiday party for The Coronado

Graham Bower

Megan Kitt Dani Schwartz Jonathan Withers Steve Johnson

Jennifer Velez Christine Van Tuyl Clyde Van Arsdall Lisa Lamb

Jeannie Groeneveld Alyssa Burns Brad Willis Elsie Hammond

Caroline Minchella Bella Villarin

Maria Laguna

The CT team over the years: staff, interns and of course, Steve's kids, Ellie and Luke.

Times, Steve, always fond of games that foster conversation and laughter, had us all answer questions that revealed whether we were introverts or extroverts. Among the staff members, the overall trend seemed to favor introverts, and I remember feeling disbelief learning that Steve viewed himself as one too! I wondered if it was that trait that made him a safe space for people to talk to, whether others were drawn to him because he truly understood their energy. Never the loudest one in the room, Steve, whether with his staff or standing among a crowd at a local event, was always taking it in, quietly reflecting, masterfully observing the moment and appreciating it through others’ eyes.

What started out in 2002 as his venture of exploring news in the digital age has turned into the number one online publication in Coronado. From its inception, the tagline for eCoronado.com was “Own the Island,” because Steve wanted readers to “‘own’ more information and news about their community.” Bringing people together

through a shared need to know more about Coronado made Steve a vital member of the community, although with his humbleness, he would blush at such a notion.

On February 2, 2024, Steve announced that he was passing the baton to one of his own staff writers, Megan Kitt, who took over as both owner and publisher of The Coronado Times

Undoubtedly, Steve’s long-lasting impact in Coronado has been profound. When I was approached about writing this piece, it felt like such an honor, a chance to formally thank someone who shaped my life in ways in which I can never adequately express proper appreciation. Others, including his family and “work family” from The Coronado Times have shared what Steve and The Coronado Times have meant to them personally and professionally.

Steve’s mother, Valerie Johnson, a lifelong lover of newspapers, is adamant that she doesn’t take credit for Steve’s success, but remembers with nostalgia how she used to tell Steve and his sisters, “Up on the bed,”

92118 Day (a zip-code inspired community celebration) was conceived by Steve Johnson and carried out by Steve, Alisa Kerr and Rob Crenshaw. It was celebrated by 10,000 locals and brought in over $150,000 to Coronado businesses. Photos by Kristen Vincent.

when they were younger, reading human interest stories from the local paper with them. When Steve and Lisa first moved to Coronado, he was thirsty to become a local, to feel at home rather than just have the 92118 zip code. He credits his mother with being part of the inspiration as he began building eCoronado.com, though she doesn’t necessarily remember it that way. “I kept asking him about what kinds of things went on in Coronado,” she said. Steve, who still makes sure there’s a newspaper for his mom to read whenever she visits, delivered, creating an online newspaper.

When Valerie thinks about the success of The Coronado Times, she marvels, “It blows me away what it morphed into. He was so innovative!” One feature which she especially admired was the obituaries, noting that it impressed her (but didn’t surprise her) to learn that Steve would allow family members to honor their late loved ones in whatever way meant the most to them. “Not many newspapers do that,” she commented, noting her son’s empathy.

Lisa Johnson, Steve’s wife, shared, “eCoronado.com was quite literally born at

the same time as our first child, Ellie. Steve had been laid off from work while I was pregnant and while he was looking for a new job, his creative, entrepreneurial mind could not be idle, so he started this new website back in 2002. He did it out of a love for this community and wanting to try something new — online information about our great island. He never imagined that twentyone years later, it would become the most reliable source of online news for Coronado for those who live near and far.

“I am most proud of these three things: Steve's integrity in every aspect of the publication, his love for this community and the care that went into every story and every decision made by The Coronado Times. Often, senior citizens would call and be confused about how to receive the weekly newsletter or get on the website. Steve would hop on his bike, ride over to their house to help them and come back having made a new friend. We joked as a family that we could never go on a walk without him taking photos for CT or getting ideas for news stories. When COVID hit, and politics and race relations were tense, Steve agonized over which stories to tell and how to tell them well without bias. He loved giving high school students, some of whom went on to have careers in journalism and public service, opportunities as CT interns. He rarely charged non-profits for advertising and never charged for a single obituary, believing those should be free. I know that I might be biased, but I believe that Steve gave Coronado a great gift by creating and publishing The Coronado Times— so many good stories told by so many good writers in our community over 21 years. I am in awe how he created this thriving publication from scratch and how it is still going strong today!

Steve's daughter, Ellie, who is now a student at Pepperdine University majoring in Communication Studies, shares,“Growing up alongside The Coronado Times feels like it's been a part of me for as long as I can remember. Being born and raised in Coronado has been a privilege and a gift, largely due to the tight-knit community fostered by my dad.

Senator Toni Atkins honored The Coronado Times as one of the 2018 Small Businesses of the Year.

Over the last 21 years, The Coronado Times has sponsored many Little League teams, CHS Surf teams, Concert in the Park events and other local organizations.

"His influence didn't just stem from business success; it radiated from the genuine connections he created based on respect, care and trust. My dad is so much more than just a successful entrepreneur; he's the embodiment of love, care and resilience. He used the CT to provide for me and my brother but also to teach us what following your dreams and achieving your goals looks like.

“Witnessing his journey has taught me invaluable lessons about leading a deeply fulfilling life. Being able to see him work behind the scenes has shown me his unwavering self-confidence and grace under pressure.

“When I get to proudly say, ‘My dad is Steve Johnson,’ it's not just a statement of lineage; it's a testament to the remarkable man he is and the legacy he's leaving behind. As he closes this chapter of his life, I couldn't be prouder to be his daughter. Coronado holds an irreplaceable space in my heart because of him and I wholeheartedly believe that Coronado would not be the same without Steve Johnson's impact.”

Steve's son, Luke, who is now a student "down under" at CSALT Academy (Christian Surfers Australia Leadership Training), shares, “The Coronado Times was way more than a local newspaper for my dad — it was a passion project, a connection to the community, an appreciation of good news, and most importantly his. The fact he built this online paper up from scratch will continue to inspire and impress me. My dad's entrepreneurship and love for Coronado is a core characteristic of his being. I am so proud of him."

Retired NBC Nightly News foreign correspondent and current staff writer for The Coronado Times, Brad Willis, shared, “I was so honored to work with Steve. Along with having a great eye for stories and serving our community so well for so many years, he has impeccable integrity, exceptional kindness and those quiet leadership skills that are so rare to find. He was a great leader and true friend to all of us. We will miss him!”

Another current staff writer of both The Coronado Times and Crown City Magazine, Christine Van Tuyl, said, “Working for The Coronado Times has changed my life in the most wonderful ways. Steve is such a big-hearted and open-minded leader, who has always encouraged me to shoot for the stars. I feel blessed and lucky to have

Steve receiving a personalized street sign from Stefan Freeman.

worked with him for four years!”

“Working with The Coronado Times helps me serve the desire to create meaningful change through my words. I’m always grateful and proud to be working with a publication that truly cares about the community, and I know Megan will do a fabulous job of carrying on the legacy that Steve has built. All good things ahead!”

Dani Schwartz, Editor of The Coronado Times, summed up her experience working alongside Steve, saying, “ I worked closely with him for over eight years and can honestly say that I've never met a human with more integrity and compassion, kindness and fairness, and generosity than Steve. Everything he does is thoughtful and measured and for the greater good. It may sound excessive to use such words, but I know that anyone that knows him would agree with me. And even if you've only had short conversations with him, you probably walked away thinking, ‘What a kind man.’ I've learned so much from Steve about listening to people, getting all the facts, hearing all the sides of a story, balancing what we share, and always looking for goodness — in

life, in other people, in all situations.”

After years of pouring his heart and soul into The Coronado Times, it was a staff writer, Megan Kitt who Steve entrusted to bring his vision into its next chapter. Megan shared, “What Steve has built is both rare and important. Local media is imperative to communities — it connects neighbors, it fosters conversation, and it informs us on local political issues. You can't turn to major media giants to learn what your local city council or school board is doing, and those decisions impact all of us greatly. We need community news. Journalism is facing hard times, with large dailies shuttering and budget cuts pushing what reporters remain to produce more, more, more. Papers are struggling, and yet Steve built something that is thriving. How? Because he cares about Coronado, about covering the city with integrity, and most importantly, about his staff.

“When I first came to write for The Coronado Times, what struck me was how different it is from the publications I've worked for around the world. It was kind. And that was odd, in the best way. It pushed for excellence, but recognized that

Steve kicking off The Coronado Times 2016 Candidate Forum prior to the election for Mayor and City Council.

we writers are people. I feel it's important to explain that this kindness is not always present in newsrooms. I spent my early career falling asleep over my keyboard in the newsroom, pulling to the side of the road to vomit from stress while driving in between assignments, writing articles my editors said were important and well researched then being thrown under the bus and taken off beats the moment any pushback arose.

“I truly believe that the reason The Coronado Times has flourished in this media environment is because Steve is in it for the right reasons. He cares about his city, he cares about his team, and he cares about getting the story right. I was elated when I joined the staff at the paper, because even though I'd been a professional writer for over a decade at that point, I'd finally found a job that let me do the community reporting I love without it completely derailing my life. It was the greatest honor that Steve trusted me to carry forward his legacy, and I plan to bring the same

people-first philosophy he lives so genuinely into the next chapter for the paper. All media professionals would benefit from studying and adopting Steve's leadership style. Personally, I've been very busy taking notes.”

• Coree Cornelius is a freelance writer who worked for Steve Johnson at The Coronado Times. For more information about Coronado Times online newspaper, visit coronadotimes.com.

Steve and the new owner/publisher, Megan Kitt.

Managing Editor, Dani Schwartz and Video Reporter, Brad Willis.

21 years later, the business acquired and the Johnson kids have graduated Coronado High School. L to R: Lisa, Steve, Luke (CHS '23) and Ellie (CHS '21).

The Coronado Junior Woman’s Club Offering Class of 2024 Young Women Marilyn Foster Scholarships

The Coronado Junior Woman’s Club is offering to award two class of 2024 young women, either attending Coronado High School or a Coronado resident, the annual Marilyn Foster Scholarship in the amount of $2,000.

The scholarship honors the legacy of the late Mrs. Marilyn Foster, one of Coronado’s beloved philanthropists who was known for her steadfast dedication to serving our community. She was best known for her involvement as a military spouse, an award-winning gardener, and an active member of the CJWC. Foster believed that a community is only as strong as the people who make it

The scholarship is for those interested in establishing a commitment to their community and

who have plans to attend a higher education institution in the fall. Each of the two awardees will receive the $2,000 scholarship mailed directly to their college’s registrar.

The CJWC will start accepting applications on April 1, 2024 and the deadline to apply is May 15, 2024. Find the application and more information at coronadojuniorwomans.org.

All aboard!!!

Aloha from the Aolani!

By Cameron Davis

e are proud to be featured in this month’s issue and for our continued partnership with Crown City Magazine. In business for over 20 years, most Coronado residents have probably been on the Aolani at one time or another — or at the very least, maybe you’ve seen us sail by or hosting guests in Glorietta Bay.

Many of you have also probably met our founder and Coronado local, Bruno Schwarz at some point in the last 20+ years. A fixture in Coronado, his adventurous spirit and charming personality have made the Aolani what it is today — the premier catamaran charter in the San Diego Bay! The Aolani is still family-owned with Bruno acting as our strategic compass, but he spends more time enjoying the fruits of his years of hard work.

For those who haven’t personally experienced the Aolani — we are a 58-foot Sunchaser American catamaran. Although it has the benefit of twin 230 horsepower, turbo diesel Yanmar engines, the Aolani is primarily a sailboat and the only vessel in San Diego that is Coast Guard certified to sail out into the open ocean without limitations.

Our compass always points toward providing excellent customer service, ensuring everyone the best and most memorable

experiences aboard the Aolani. We don’t have ‘clients’ — we have guests. We treat everyone who sails with us the same way we would treat family & friends… because really, the Coronado community IS our family & friends.

Whether you’re planning a graduation party, wedding, family reunion or corporate retreat, what better way to showcase Coronado’s gorgeous weather, beautiful sites and San Diego skyline? There isn’t one! Most guests

are surprised to find out how affordable our group events are when compared to other land-based options.

We feature tried and true catering options from some of San Diego’s most popular eateries and if you’re feeling a little “bougie,” we offer delectable, handcrafted and custom catering options. We have a fullservice bar with a premium selection of spirits, bubbles, beer and wine.

Worried about seasickness and safety??? Don’t! Being dual-hulled, we’re not subject to the lateral pendulum-type rocking of a traditional singlehulled vessel, and we primarily stay in the calm waters of the bay itself. All of our crew members are certified in first aid and CPR, and we have radio communication with the Coast Guard if needed.

We are already actively booking events into the summer and fall — so don’t hesitate to reach out to check our calendar for availability and book your trip today!

Thank you to all of our guests — both past and future. We love doing what we do and look forward to seeing you all aboard the Aolani!

Aloha

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THE CORONADO HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION INVITES YOU TO COME

HOMETO HISTORY

MAY 12, 2024

ANNUAL MOTHER'S DAY

HISTORIC HOME TOUR

Early-Bird Tickets

Before April 12

CHA Members $50

New Member Special ~ 2 Tickets & One Year

Membership $165

Tickets

After April 12

CHA Members $55

General Admission $65

Join us in celebrating and exploring Coronado's charming historic homes while supporting community history.

Walk through the doors to these exclusive private homes open to ticket holders only on Mother’s Day. We invite you to support the community you love, its history, and the Coronado Historical Association with someone special this Mother's Day.

Buy tickets online at CoronadoHistory.org, in person at the Coronado Historical Association, or by phone at (619) 435-7242.

Crown City History

IN COLLABORATION WITH CORONADO HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION

HISTORIC HOME TOUR

BY CAROL PASTOR, CORONADO HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VOLUNTEER PHOTOS COURTESY OF CORONADO HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION

A sneak-peek at some of the homes that will be featured on this year's Historic Home Tour.

April showers bring May flowers. After a successful April Flower Show, I hope the gardens are still in full bloom in homes all over Coronado. In this community, we recognize May for both Mother's Day and the Annual Historic Home Tour.

Do you know the history of Mother's Day in the U. S.? It all began back in 1907 when Anne Jarves of Philadelphia held a memorial service at her mother’s church in West Virginia. Within five years Mother's Day was being celebrated across the nation. In 1914 President Woodrow Wilson declared it a national holiday. Long history followed, carnations to wear, specific colors and why, then the addition of gifts and cards. Today, the second Sunday in May is the official date for Mother's Day.

Here in Coronado, the Coronado Historical Association hosts the premiere event for mothers, the Historic Home Tour. The tour began back in the 80s as a Christmas tour. For over 12 years,

the Historical Association has hosted the Mother's Day Historic Home Tour.

Over 100 volunteers participate in the Home Tour every year, working for months to put all aspects of the tour together. Local owners offer homes, with five or six being chosen to become part of the tour. Volunteer docents are posted in various rooms at each home to show visitors special features and architectural aspects of the homes. In some instances, there may be a garden to be viewed as well. Each year a new focal point is chosen. This year the tour will feature seven architecturally significant homes from the bay to the beach, including the work of Cliff May.

This May afternoon has become a way to spend part of your Mother's Day with mom, family, or friends enjoying Coronado’s unique historic homes. Again this year I say, “The Home Tour is a can’t miss if you can help it.” Visit the Historical Association’s website, coronadohistory.org, to learn more and purchase tickets.

• Carol Pastor and her family have lived in Coronado since the mid-1970s. Mother of seven girls, many of whom still live here in the village, Carol has been involved in the community over the years with the Friends of the Library, Historic Resource Commission, and most recently writing about Coronado history for the Coronado Historical Association. An avid history buff since her college days, exploring our local history is a perfect fit.

A mother reads to her two children. Date Unknown. Coronado Historical Association Collection.

South Mint Julep

The song of the

Story & Photos by Clyde Van Arsdall IV

“I’d rather be someone's shot of whiskey than everyone's cup of tea.” Carrie Bradshaw

My Kentucky roots run deep, so nothing says Spring to me like seersucker pants, a white linen shirt, and my old standby, the Mint Julep. This boozy snow cone hits the spot like a few other vices. There is something about that frosted metal glass, crunchy pebble ice, and nose gay of mint that gets my motor running. In this regard, I am not alone but in good company. Hemingway, Twain, Roosevelt, Faulkner, and Gadsby all had an affinity for this ethereal and ohso-Southern elixir.

This cocktail has only one spirit, but you need a few hodinks and spinners to execute this drink properly. The classic metal Julep cup is a deal breaker; I pivot to a different cocktail if I don't have one. This drink requires heaps of fresh mint. I visit Walter Anderson Nursery yearly and plant seasonally just for this purpose. Crushed ice is a must; unless you have this, you will need a Lewis Bag and a mallet. A Lewis bag is a canvas pouch with a wooden hammer whose sole purpose is to make crushed ice. You can order one on Amazon, but it is much more fun to head over to Collins & Coupe, a bar supply store in North Park. They will have everything you need for juleps and even sell pebble ice. The only other thing you need is something to sweeten the cocktail with.

Simply put, a mint julep is a bourbon, mint, sugar, and crushed ice, but there are variations on this theme. I like rye whiskey, a kissing cousin to bourbon, because it is less sweet. I also want a high proof of one hundred or greater. I love Wild Turkey 101 or Old Forester 100 proof, both ryes. Whatever you choose, use a good one. You can taste the whiskey, so level up. For a sweetener, one can use a sugar cube, powdered sugar, or simple syrup; however, I love using a splash of syrup from my Luxardo cherry jar. A sexy pro tip that I am 100% sold on. Is it still a traditional mint julep when I do this? I don't know, and after the first few sips, I don't care.

A proper julep starts with a short metal julep cup, approximately ten mint leaves, some sugar, or, in my case, Luxardo cherry syrup, and then you mash this together using a wooden muddler. Don't pulverize your mint; it just needs a minor bruising. Use your canvas Lewis bag to crush the ice. Simply fill the bag with ice cubes and beat the heck out of it. Fill the glass and pile it high like a snow cone. Once the ice is in place, pour the bourbon or rye over the top and garnish it with a sizable cluster of mint and a short straw. The mint should hit your nose when you sip the cocktail. The short straw helps align your nose correctly to enjoy the mint’s perfume.

A proper julep cup, this one was actually surplus from a past Derby. You can’t go wrong with Four Roses Bourbon.

This is Rosevelt’s version of a Jules made with Old Forester Rye and Brandy, compliments of Tracy at OB

Everything you need for a Mint Julep can be found at

Noodle House.

Collins & Coupe in North Park.

Console Styling

By Karyn Molina + Jessica Nicolls

We are going to break down two stylish ways to elevate your TV console. Not only is a TV console a functional piece of furniture but it is also an opportunity to showcase your personal style and elevate the feel of your living room. With a few strategic styling choices, you can transform this often overlooked space into a focal point that enhances your home.

Here are two ways to style a TV console:

Style 1

1. We started with two woven, textured frames to create a diagonal line from the top of the frame to the center of the console.

2. Next, we layered in a stack of books with a decorative object on top. We like to keep this grouping lower than the frames.

3. On the other side, we placed a round marble tray with a delicious smelling candle (actually our all-time favorite Heirloom Tomato Candle from our shop) and a little corked glass apothecary jar of matches.

4. To finish it off, we added a potted plant that is about the same height as the frames.

Style 2

1. For this style we started it off with a potted plant. We love the organic shape the plant adds to the look.

2. Next, we added the round marble tray with the candle and matches.

3. In the center of the console, we put a decorative box. These are actually the perfect place to store unsightly remotes.

4. To balance out the look we added two larger scale vases on the side. Again, they are about the same height as the potted plant to round out the design.

Whatever option you choose, the key to styling your TV console is to balance functionality with aesthetics and to infuse the space with your own personal style. Experiment with different arrangements and accessories until you find the perfect combination that reflects your taste. If you are in need of more inspiration, come check out our shop at 1001 B Avenue, Suite 201 or online at bungalow56.com for all your home décor needs!

• Jessica Nicolls and Karyn Molina are the owners of local interior design firm Bungalow 56, bungalow56design.com.

Announcing the 2024 102nd Annual Coronado Flower Show Homefront Judging Competition Winners!

By Stephanie Clegg

Home Front Judging is complete and as always Coronado is a blooming garden delight. Hundreds of blue, red, yellow and green ribbons were awarded to homes that took their garden to the next level.

But only so many can be the best of the best. Along with some of our favorite photos of the event, here are the top winners who have proved that where you plant a garden, you plant hope. Hop on your bike to tour the island and the Cays — we promise, you won’t be disappointed.

2024 BEST IN THE CITY Home Fronts

Best in Village: 311 9th Street

1st Runner-up: 445 Pomona Avenue

2nd Runner-up: 416 10th Street

Maggie Anderson shows us her Best in Village ribbon at 311 9th Street..

Top Ten Home Fronts:

526 Gloriena Boulevard

1124 F Avenue

1027 Olive Avenue

370 C Avenue

7 40 Adella Avenue

124 F Avenue

1030 G Avenue

1000 Pine Street

739 Tolita Avenue

175 G Avenue

Best in the Cays: 32 Green Turtle Road

Cays First Runner-up: 51 Blue Anchor Cay Road

Cays Second Runner-up: 41 Sandpiper Strand

Top Ten Home Fronts in the Cays:

26 Aruba

11 St. Christopher Lane

41 St. Christopher Lane

100 Tuna Puna

11 Tuna Puna

80 Mani Gras Road

33 Spinnaker

50 Spinnaker

20 Sandpiper Strand

24 Catspaw Cape

Best Earth Friendly: 801 Country Club Lane

Earth Friendly 1st Runner-up: 931 J Avenue

Earth Friendly 2nd Runner-up: 1001 E Avenue

Best Coronado Shores: Cabrillo Tower, 1730 Avenida del Mundo

Best Commercial Front: Crownview Medical Center, 158 C Avenue

Best School Gardens: Christ Church Day School, 926 C Avenue

Best Church Grounds: Christ Episcopal Church, 1114 9th Street

Best Municipal Grounds: Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Avenue

Best Motel & Hotel Front: Hotel Del Coronado, 1500 Orange Avenue

Best Coronado Park: Centennial Park, 1101 1st Street

Best Median Garden: 1100 Block of Orange Avenue

Thank you to everyone who participated in this annual competition that helps beautify our island paradise. For more information on how to prepare for next year, and to become a member of the Coronado Floral Association for fun, year-round floral themed activities, visit coronadoflowershow.com.

• Stephanie Clegg is the Communications Chair for the Coronado Floral Association. You can find her on Instagram @sociallystephanie.

The Perfect Coronado Mother’s Day Gift!

By Shannon McCrary & Ana Cristina de Carvalho

With our roots in Coronado and Rio de Janeiro, Crishan Art Studio is the result of a husband and wife blending their diverse talents and backgrounds to build on their different forms of artistic expression.

Shannon McCrary’s family history in Coronado goes back to the 1920’s when both of his Grandfathers were stationed here as Naval Aviators. He was born at the small hospital on NAS North Island and spent a good portion of his educational life in Coronado schools, graduating from Coronado High School in 1963. His cartoon rendering of a surfer adorned the cover of the 1958 junior high school yearbook and he had art selected for display in county scholastic art shows. He and a few friends started a backyard surf shop in 1962 and the sale of some of their boards to members of the newlycommissioned SEAL Team ONE caused him to naively think that as a SEAL with headquarters on the beach, he could essentially be a professional surfer. It didn’t quite work out quite that way,

but with a Navy career of 28 years, he still got a lot of time in the water, and he has continued to make surfboards for himself and his family.

Ana Cristina de Carvalho grew up in different neighborhoods of Rio de Janeiro and always lived within walking distance of Rio’s famed beaches. She received a Master’s Degree in Art and, as anyone who has visited their home can attest, she has worked in several colorful and imaginative styles and mediums. Ana is a member of the Coronado Art Association,

has displayed her creations at both Coronado’s Art in the Park, Carlsbad’s North Coastal Art Gallery and is constantly expanding her artistic horizons.

We met five years ago in Coronado on the 4th of July. While our ideas for what has become Crishan Art Studio evolved gradually, we accelerated in the past year after Ana was inspired by Mary Hale to try her hand at porcelain art. Ana then discovered a Brazilian artist who was creating similar pieces and adapted some of her techniques.

Our creative process initially involved searching antique and craft stores for decorative and vintage hardware, decorating porcelain bobeches with computerized and handpainted art, painting metal screen domes and assembling them to create beautiful and frequently oneof-a-kind protective food covers that will highlight any inside/outside table/ counter. The domes add color, charm and elegance to social events while protecting but keeping contents visible like cheese, fruit, pastry or cake. More recently our focus has broadened to include decorating porcelain trays, bowls and cups.

Ana is the artistic heart and soul of our collaboration. While Shannon contributes some artistry, his primary roles are more in engineering, troubleshooting, messy stuff in the garage and trying to keep Ana’s vivid imagination tempered by hard reality.

Crishan artistic pieces are on sale at the Coronado

Historical Association Museum Store and will also be displayed for sale at Art in the Park, where we would love to talk more about this. For more information, and to purchase these domes and porcelain art, contact Ana Cristina de Carvalho by phone (941) 276-6317 or email (anacrisinart@gmail.com).

Hand-Painted MURALS

COLOR ME

Crack Your Personal Color Code with Curated by Brit

By Christine Van Tuyl

Ladies (and gentlemen), are you looking for a game changer to level up your personal style, boost your confidence, and save time and money? Then check out Curated by Brit, a new(ish) business in town dedicated to revealing your most attractive and authentic self. I tried the Personal Color Analysis with founder Brittany Moore, which promises to “imbue your life with colors that bring you peace, power and joy.” It’s no exaggeration; I’m happy to say that my experience with this service did all of those things and more.

“Everybody has colors that really highlight their innate style, beauty, and self; just like there are certain colors that detract and don’t serve you.” said Brit. “The color analysis can be a simple tool that saves you time, money and makes you feel empowered."

What is a Personal Color Analysis, exactly? It’s the process of developing your own, custom-made personal color palette that you’ll keep for the rest of your life. Brit breaks it down like this: Your personal color palette embodies the essence of your individual coloring, a harmony created by the interplay of your skin, eye and hair pigmentation.

It helps you decide what color to wear when you want to be noticed, when you want to feel grounded and when you want to be timeless. When you want to want to feel fresh, romantic, or playful.

It’s the “hidden secret” of styling.

The process is simple. Clients are asked to show up make-up free in her private consultation room in the Village, and spend about two hours in a one-on-one session exploring how different colors interact with their natural selves. Brit spends a little time draping (a process by which big swaths of color are held next the face to see

''Everyone has colors that either amplify your radiance or divert attention away from you.''

—Brittany Moore

how the color enhances or detracts from facial features) and a lot of time holding up small strips of color in a new, refined process from the Color Image Institute.

“For you as a client, draping can help you emotionally connect into the effect certain colors have,” said Brit. “With the right colors, you will see your jawline lift, eyes brighten and your cheeks will look like they have makeup on. But if you’re wearing colors that don’t serve you, they can highlight shadows around your eyes and smile lines, and cause your jaw to look heavy and drop. They can actually age you.”

I got to experience this first hand with the draping process. And yes, I was surprised. Some of the colors that suited me best (like English red) are completely missing from my closet, and while I’ve always leaned towards gold, I saw how much better I looked with silver. And I always thought yellow was one of my colors but upon closer inspection it clashed with my features and made me look downright aggressive. Who knew?

"Color can be both simple and deeply psychological as it affects the way you feel in your own body," said Brit. "Most people do have an intrinsic way of making those connections and they will be drawn to the colors that suit them. Once you experience the process in person, you will emotionally connect and learn how to select the right colors, patterns and textures for yourself.

"That's one of the reasons why sometimes you feel just “blah” in a certain blouse. It’s probably because the color is washing you out. Or you get a jolt of happiness when you slip on a dress. The color is making you come alive," explained Brit.

Brit said that while her business is just a year old, she’s been casually doing closet editing and styling on the side for well over a decade. Even before that, she would always find her way into her friends’ closets.

“It’s always been a part of me,” said Brit. “Not that I’ve always been gifted at it, but if we’re friends, I’m eventually going to make my way into your closet. It’s never intentional. You know how someone who loves to cook? They end up in your kitchen. It’s just part of their soul.”

After some friendly peer pressure from her friends, Brit decided to start her own business. As a busy mom with three kids, she said it’s been an amazing and fulfilling journey.

You could say it’s in her blood.

“I grew up with color theory,” said Brit. “It’s always been part of the lexicon of my family.”

She said that in the 1970s, her mom got her palette done by Suzanne Caygill, an eccentric savant who is the founder of color analysis. Coincidentally, Brit’s husband’s grandmother studied directly under Caygill in the 1950s and 1960s. Today, Brit’s walls are now lined with both new and vintage shadow boxes from the study of color.

“That’s how I grew up with it… understanding, hey, everybody has colors

that either amplify your radiance or divert attention away from you,” said Brit.

But she didn’t stop there; Brit decided to take her love of style and color to a professional level. She studied with Kamova Institute of Color AAnalysis to become a color design specialist, and is a member of Color Designers International as well as an affiliate with the organization. She’s also trained in the draping method, although she’s upgraded her system to be more efficient and specific.

After a short draping session, we spent

"To say this experience opened my eyes is an understatement."

—Christine Van Tuyl

the bulk of our time looking at lots and lots of color strips, every shade and hue of every color imaginable. Brit held up the color strips right next to my face so I could see how my features interacted with all of the colors. Together we picked my accent colors, personal neutrals, subdued colors, metals, pattern types, and everything in between. Brit then fashioned a makeshift color fan. The real fan would be custom-made and sent to my house in a couple of days.

Turns out I’m a “Soft Winter.” My “timeless” color is dark olive, which is seen in the green rim of my eyes. My “fresh” colors include soft peach and toned apricot. My “romantic” color is English red, and my “get noticed” colors are Mediterranean blue and dark grape. And there’s lots more. (Brit also sends an email that describes in detail your color palette and tells you what colors to wear in any situation life throws at you. Job presentation? Feeling under the weather? She’s got you covered.)

To say it opened my eyes is an understatement. I knew the second I looked at my palette that it was for me. What had I

been doing, for all these years, wearing other random colors? From a psychological standpoint, it made me file through some of the big moments in my life when I’ve felt my best. Always, I was wearing something in one of my special colors on my palette. It really made something click.

I actually felt good when I looked at my colors. It made me feel happy.

It's kind of a big deal. According to Brit, Personal Color Palettes can possess shocking power, capable of infusing vitality and vibrance by identifying the hues that harmonize with your complexion.

“People are often blown away,” said Brit. “They will say, ‘I had no idea’ and start texting me how excited they are. Sometimes people are dealing with personal views of themselves and are fighting their own internal narrative, and something as simple as color can help them get free.”

And, sometimes it can answer some questions that have been building up in their adult life, said Brit. Maybe the person always felt good in that color, and didn’t know why, or they secretly wanted to wear a color and now feel empowered enough to do it.

"Just by wearing certain colors, you are either creating ease, or power, or a sense of allure or timelessness in yourself. ” said Brit. “Some people say it’s changed their lives!”

Finishing a 1-2-3-4 cake with cinnamon sugar.

Knowing your colors can be a real time-saver, according to Brit. She says she knows her colors so well she can walk into a store and can and know right away if there’s anything worth trying on.

“It gives you a filter, and the more you practice your filter, the faster you get at it,” said Brit. It also saves money. For those moments when you’re on the fence with an item of clothing, now there’s a system to decide if the piece is for you. It makes it easy to eliminate things that are almost there, but not quite.

“On the flip side, when you run into an item that’s perfect, because you’ve become more exclusive about what you choose, it gives you the freedom to buy with joy,” said Brit.

The best part? You only have to do it once. Your colors are who you are, and who you are isn’t going to change, explained Brit. With one small exception. If you, at some point, decide to let your hair go grey, your colors will be a little more muted. So if you haven’t had your palette done in 20-30 years, it might be worth revisiting.

Brit said that a Personal Color Analysis helps some clients overcome one of the biggest mistakes she sees in wardrobe…too many neutrals. It’s a common problem in San Diego.

“I love a good neutral because it’s simple, it saves you time, and it’s safe. It’s SO safe,” said Brit. “But not everyone should be in stonewashed, faded out neutrals.”

The exception? Post-partum moms.

“No shame living in black as a post-partum mom! Do what you have to do to survive,” she said. As a client, I’m already seeing the benefits of getting my colors done. I threw away my warmbrown eyeshadow (because warm colors don’t really work for me) and replaced it with some fun purple. I took my color fan upstairs to my closet and pulled some items that feature my special colors, and created a donation box for some things that I never really loved and were not represented in my palette. I also ordered a couple of outfits in my “get noticed” colors for upcoming parties, and “hearted” some items in my Rent the Runway app. I do feel empowered. I feel better organized and I feel like a more astute shopper. But most of all, I feel happy.

That’s the goal, after all.

“I love this job and I really care deeply about the person in the chair that you’re sitting in,” said Brit. “However you want to involve this in your life, it can help you get past the stuff that has been holding you back.”

Learn more about the Personal Color Analysis and Brit’s services online at curatedbybrit.com and follow her on Instagram @curatedstylebybrit.

• Christine Van Tuyl is a freelance writer who lives in Coronado with her husband and two children.

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BROKER ASSOCIATE

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CARRIE MICKEL

SALES ASSOCIATE

619.630.3570

DRE# 01999494

CarrieMickel@bhhscal.com

ShopNadoHomes.com

LINDSEY LYONS

SALES ASSOCIATE

619.405.9208

DRE# 01993229

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ISLAND BIRKENSTOCK

Chabad of Coronado

1300 Orange Ave., Suite 120-130 • (619) 365-4728

Email: info@chabadcoronado.com

Website: chabadcoronado.com

Christ Episcopal Church

1114 9th St. (at C Avenue) • (619) 435-4561

Email: office@christchurchcoronado.org

Website: christchurchcoronado.org

Coronado Community Church

201 6th St. • (619) 437-6827

Email: pastoreric@coronadocommunitychurch.org

Website: coronadocommunitychurch.org

Coronado Southern Baptist Church 111 Orange Ave., • (619) 435-8682

Email: john@coronadosbc.com

Website: coronadosbc.com

First Baptist Church of Coronado

445 C Ave. • (619) 435-6588

Email: secretary@fbcoronado.com

Website: fbcoronado.com

First Church of Christ, Scientist 1123 8th St. • (619) 435-4383

Website: prayerthatheals.org

Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church

979 C Ave. • (619) 435-6860

Website: gmpc.org

House 242

1331 Orange Ave. (Emerald C Gallery)

Email: dannyfischer@house242.com

Website: house242.com

Calvary Chapel Coronado

Living Waters Christian Church

1224 10th St. #103 • (619) 435-8233

Email: cccoronadolwf@gmail.com

Website: calvarychapelcoronado.com

Resurrection Lutheran Church

1111 5th St. • (619) 435-1000

Email: secretary@resurrectioncoronado.com

Website: resurrectioncoronado.com

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

655 C Avenue • (619) 435-3167

Email: sacredheart@sacredheartcor.org

Website: sacredheartcor.org

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church

700 D Ave. • (619) 435-5691

Email: stpauls.coronadoumc@gmail.com

Website: stpaulsmethodist.com

Victory Lighthouse United Pentecostal Church

111 Orange Avenue • (858) 499-9312

Website: victorylighthouse.weebly.com

"If they are wrong they need your prayers all the more; and if they are your enemies, then you are under orders to pray for them." —C.S. Lewis

A rainbow captured by Juliane Morris after the heavy rainfall this winter.

Memorial Sunday Concert

Sunday, May 26, 4:00 pm, Spreckels Park

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CORONADO CONCERT BAND

Memorial Sunday Promenade Concert

May 26, 4:30 PM Spreckels Park

July 4th Concert 4 PM Spreckels Park

Balboa Park Twilight Series

August 22, 6:30-7:30 PM Spreckels Organ Pavilion

Veterans Day Tribute Concert Nov 11, 7:00 PM Granzer Hall

Holiday Concert

December 6, 7:00 PM

Following parade, Rotary Park www.coronadoconcertband.org www.coronadobigband.org

Cinco de Mayo Concert

May 5, 2:00 PM The Landing, 1st & C

Balboa Park Twilight Series

July 2, 6:30-7:30 PM Spreckels Organ Pavilion

Solana Beach Cove Concerts June 11, 6:00 PM 111 S. Sierra Ave, Solana Beach

ALBACA

Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa

2000 Second St. (619) 435-3000

Amalo Brew Coffee Coronado Library

640 Orange Ave. (619) 537-9011

Avenue Liquor Wine & Subs 878 Orange Ave. (619) 435-4663

Babcock & Story Bar Hotel del Coronado

1500 Orange Ave. (619) 435-6611

Calypso Cafe

505 Grand Caribe Causeway (619) 423-5144

Central Liquor & Deli

178 Orange Ave. (619) 435-0118

Chez Loma 1132 Loma Ave. (619) 435-0661

Chipotle

Mexican Grill 1360 Orange Ave. (619) 365-4287

Coronado Coffee Company

Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 522-0217

Costa Azul

Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 435-3525

Crown Bistro

Crown City Inn

520 Orange Ave. (619) 435-3678

Crown Landing Loews Coronado

Eno Pizza Hotel del Coronado 1500 Orange Ave. (619) 522-8546

Feast & Fareway 2000 Visalia Row (619) 996-3322

Garage Buona Forchetta 1000 C Ave. (619) 675-0079

Gelato Paradiso 918 Orange Ave. (619) 629-5343

Little Club 132 Orange Ave. (619) 435-5885

Little Frenchie 1166 Orange Ave. (619) 675-0041

Lobster West 1033 B Ave. #102 (619) 675-0002

McP's Irish Pub 1107 Orange Ave. (619) 435-5280

Nicky Rotten’s Bar & Burger Joint

100 Orange Ave. (619) 675-0094

Night & Day Cafe 847 Orange Ave. (619) 435-9776

Panera 980 Orange Ave. (619) 437-4288

Parakeet Cafe 1134 Orange Ave. (619) 675-0104

Bluewater Boathouse Seafood Grill 1701 Strand Way (619) 435-0155

Clayton’s Bakery and Bistro 849 Orange Ave. (619) 319-5001

Bay Resort 4000 Coronado Bay Road (619) 424-4000

High Tide Bottle Shop & Kitchen 933 Orange Ave. (619) 435-1380

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Clayton’s Coffee Shop

Boney’s Bayside Market

155 Orange Ave. (619) 435-0776

The Brigantine 1333 Orange Ave. (619) 435-4166

Crown Room

Hotel del Coronado

979 Orange Ave. (619) 435-5425

Clayton’s Mexican Takeout 1107 10th St. (619) 437-8811

Miguel’s Cocina 1351 Orange Ave. (619) 437-4237

Il Fornaio 1333 1st St. (619) 437-4911

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Burger King Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 435-8707

Burger Lounge 922 Orange Ave. (619) 435-6835

Cold Stone Creamery Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 437-6919

Coronado Brewing Co.

170 Orange Ave. (619) 437-4452

1500 Orange Ave. (619) 522-8490

Crown Town Deli

Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 675-0013

Danny’s Palm Bar & Grill 965 Orange Ave. (619) 435-3171

Domino’s 1330 Orange Ave. (619) 437-4241

Island Pasta 1202 Orange Ave. (619) 435-4545

Jolie Coronado 126 Orange Ave. (619) 704-2467

KFC/Taco Bell 100 B Ave. (619) 435-2055

Lil’ Piggy’s Bar-B-Q Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 522-0217

Mindful Cafe Sharp Coronado Hospital 250 Prospect Ave. (619) 522-3600

Mootime Creamery 1025 Orange Ave. (619) 435-2422

Nado Gelato Cafe 1017 C Ave. (619) 522-9053

Nado Republic 1007 C Ave. (619) 996-3271

Parakeet Juicery East 943 Orange Ave. (619) 319-5931

Parakeet Juicery West 1138 Orange Ave. (619) 537-0018

Park Place Liquor & Deli 1000 Park Place (619) 435-0116

Peohe’s Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 437-4474

Poke123 1009 Orange Ave. (619) 823-6126

Rosemary Trattoria 120 Orange Ave. (619) 537-0054

Saiko Sushi 116 Orange Ave. (619) 435-0868

Serea Coastal Cuisine

Hotel del Coronado 1500 Ocean Ave. (619) 435-6611

Smokehouse & Bar at the Historic Laundry Hotel del Coronado 1500 Ocean Ave. (619) 435-6611

Spiro’s Greek Cafe

Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 435-1225

Starbucks 960 Orange Ave. (619) 437-8306

Stake Chophouse & Bar

1309 Orange Ave. (619) 522-0077

Subway 1330 Orange Ave. (619) 435-8272

Swaddee Thai 1001 C Ave. (619) 435-8110

Tartine 1106 1st St. (619) 435-4323

Tavern 1310 Orange Ave. (619) 437-0611

The Henry 1031 Orange Ave. (619) 762-1022

The Islander 1015 Orange Ave. (619) 522-6890

Trident Coffee 942 Orange Ave. (619) 509-7118

Villa Nueva Bakery Café 956 Orange Ave. (619) 435-1256

Village Pizzeria 1206 Orange Ave. (619) 522-0449

Village Pizzeria Bayside

Ferry Landing 1201 1st St. (619) 437-0650

Which Wich 926 Orange Ave. (619) 522-9424

Yummy Sushi 1330 Orange Ave. (619) 435-2771

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Clyde Van Arsdall (619) 884-7928

Chef Drew McPartlin (619) 990-9201

Coronado Caterer (619) 917-3392

DiCristo Meals (858) 267-7161

Pret Gourmet (619) 990-2461

Scratch Gourmet (619) 987-4912

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In an emergency, dial 9-1-1

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Police Department (619) 522-7350

Fire Department (619) 522-7374

Lifeguard Station (619) 522-7346

Coronado Ferry Schedule

Pier

The Ferry departs the Broadway Pier hourly, from 9am to 9pm (10pm on Friday & Saturday nights)

The Ferry departs Coronado hourly, from 9:30am to 9:30pm

The Convention Center (South Embarcadero)

The Ferry departs from the Convention Center at :25 & :55 past the hour, from 9:25am to 9:55pm (10:55pm on Friday & Saturday nights)

The Ferry departs Coronado at :10 and :40 past the hour from 9:10am to 9:40pm (10:40pm on Friday & Saturday nights)

Ferry operated by Flagship Cruises & Events (619) 234-4111

For more information, visit their website, flagshipsd.com/cruises/flagship-ferry

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