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CHAMPAGNE BY THE SEA: AN EFFERVESCENT NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION AT THE HOTEL DEL CORONADO

Coronado, CA — With over 120 years of elegant celebrations, the seaside Hotel del Coronado will welcome the arrival of the New Year in the classic enchanting style of the 1940s. The sophisticated grace and effortless charm of Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn will be the inspiration for this sparkling evening full of glitter, glamour and a bit of bubbly. So slip into your black ties and silk gowns, because this night promises to be an affair to remember.…

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Added by eCoronado on December 3, 2010 at 1:05am — No Comments

Photos / Video: Lighting of the Hotel del Coronado, Ice-Skating, Sunset & Magic

It was a magical night at the Hotel del Coronado yesterday during the Lighting of the Del. More info on skating by the sea at the Hotel del Coronado.

The weather was crisp, the sunset perfect and we tried our best to capture the magic below (love the Beach Boys singing in the video):

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Added by eCoronado on December 2, 2010 at 4:00pm — 4 Comments

WARM UP TO WINTER AT LOEWS CORONADO BAY RESORT

SAN DIEGO – Loews Coronado Bay Resort celebrates the most wonderful time of the year with “homemade holidays,” a heartfelt array of special dining menus, seasonal spa services and fun-filled activities for guests of every age.

RESORT ACTIVITIES

Offered December 17 to January 2

Caroling Caorlina

Make warm memories on this holiday gondola cruise while singing favorite holiday carols and enjoying a cup… Continue

Added by eCoronado on December 2, 2010 at 12:00pm — No Comments

Dec. 1st: Hotel del Coronado's Holiday Festival (Fireworks at 6:15pm)

WHAT: The Del’s Holiday Festival will officially mark the start of the holiday season. The Del will be transformed into a winter wonderland, complete with the resort’s magnificent outdoor ice rink, St. Nick and his elves at Santa’s Village and holiday booths with games and prizes. The 100,000 lights will be illuminated and provide a dramatic backdrop for the evening’s festivities.…

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Added by eCoronado on November 29, 2010 at 2:00pm — No Comments

Torta di Sant' Antonio - Red Wine and Apple Crostata

Ciao a tutti! The 2010 November Daring Bakers’ challenge was hosted by Simona of briciole. She chose to challenge Daring Bakers’ to make pasta frolla for a crostata. She used her own experience as a source, as well as information from Pellegrino Artusi’s Science in the… Continue

Added by Denise E. Jones on November 29, 2010 at 7:49am — 1 Comment

SAVE THE DATE: NAVAL BASE CORONADO PRESENTS HOLIDAY CONCERT AND MOVIE

Naval Base Coronado presents its first Holiday Concert and Movie event open to the public Dec. 11 at the Lowery Theater on Naval Air Station North Island.

Naval Base Coronado would like to cordially invite you to a free holiday performance by the Navy Band Southwest Wind Ensemble playing holiday classics from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lowery Theater. Then stay and enjoy a holiday movie on the theater's big screen. What's more? You can vote for which movie that will be shown. The… Continue

Added by eCoronado on November 23, 2010 at 3:03pm — No Comments

Hotel del Coronado Announces Skating by the Sea (Video)

Coronado, CA — The Hotel del Coronado is pleased to present its sixth year of a unique Southern California experience – outdoor ice-skating overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The Del’s 10,000-square-foot Windsor Lawn, located just steps from the sand, is transformed into a picturesque ice rink for guests and visitors this holiday season. The historic Victorian Building, adorned with thousands of white lights, provides a magical backdrop for Skating by the… Continue

Added by eCoronado on November 19, 2010 at 6:56am — No Comments

Coronado Christmas Tree Lot Next to Car Wash (at 2nd & C Avenue)

I saw a flyer posted in Starbucks last week saying there will be a Christmas Tree lot in the empty lot next to the Coronado Car Wash (genius idea!). However, I'm wondering if anyone knows when they'll be opening to sell trees? This weekend, the week of Thanksgiving? If anyone knows the answer, please let me know! Thank you.

Added by ciaoerin on November 18, 2010 at 12:57pm — 5 Comments

Priming the Pump for the Holiday Season With Random Acts of Culture: Sing Hallelujah!

Do yourself a favor and set aside the next 6 minutes to watch the amazing video at the link below:

I've been singing "The Hallelujah Chorus" from Handel's "Messiah!" since before I was born . . . I was born in March and my mother sang it with the Choir at Cornell University in December . . . . ;-)

I've sung it at least a hundred times since with various groups for varying degrees of remuneration . . . but I would have PAID serious money to have… Continue

Added by Jamie Edmonds on November 8, 2010 at 7:00pm — 6 Comments

Video: Veterans Day is Nov. 11, 2010

Coronado has many veterans and we encourage you to be especially thankful to them this week as we honor them on Thursday, Nov. 11th, 2010.

Nov. 11, 2010: 10am service hosted by Coronado Navy League, Coronado Military Officers Association of America and VFW Post 2422. Coronado Star Park, 1121 Star Park Circle.…

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Added by eCoronado on November 8, 2010 at 9:00am — No Comments

Holidays at Coronado Ferry Landing

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Make Your Own “Holiday Magic” at Coronado Ferry Landing this Holiday Season! Coronado Ferry Landing located at 1201 First Street at (B Avenue) Coronado, California 92118. Shops Open Daily 10:00am – 7:00pm.

Saturday, November 27, 2010 10:00am-5:00pm Scottish Treasures Celtic Corner Annual OPEN HOUSE Live music & entertainment, food & the best sale of the year! …

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Added by eCoronado on November 5, 2010 at 1:30am — No Comments

2010 Coronado Christmas Parade & Holiday Event Schedule

For the 2012 Holiday Schedule - Click Here.

From great Happy Hour and Dinner Specials at our fine restaurants and bars, to merchants decked out for the holidays, Coronado is your destination! If…

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Added by eCoronado on November 3, 2010 at 9:30pm — 5 Comments

It's a Wonderful Winter in Coronado 2010

Open Nov. 24 through Jan. 2, the Hotel del Coronado's famous Windsor Lawn is transformed into a seaside skating rink.

IT’S A WONDERFUL WINTER IN CORONADO

Situated across San Diego Bay from downtown San Diego, Coronado offers the perfect winter getaway with mild temperatures, pristine beaches and a bevy of… Continue

Added by eCoronado on October 7, 2010 at 11:30am — 3 Comments

Hotel del Coronado Announces Inaugural “Hallo-wine & Spirits” Party Saturday, October 30

CONTACT: Lauren Ash Donoho

Director of Public Relations

Hotel del Coronado

619.522.8041

lashdonoho@hoteldel.com

NEWS RELEASE

September 10, 2010

Hotel del Coronado Announces Inaugural… Continue

Added by eCoronado on September 11, 2010 at 5:00pm — 1 Comment

4th of July Parade Photos

FOR PARADE INFORMATION, CLICK HERE: www.eCoronado.com/4th

Did you miss the Coronado 4th of July parade? A very kind eCoronado.com visitor sent us her photos and we think they are spectacular. Click the link below to view them.

http://picasaweb.google.com/KCinSD18/Coronado4thOfJulyParade# (thank for sharing…

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Added by eCoronado on July 6, 2010 at 6:30am — No Comments

Coronado Easter Weekend Activities

Looking for something to do this coming Easter weekend?

Saturday April 3, 2010:

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny (9am - 11am Coronado Community Center)

Easter Egg Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt (1pm - 3:30pm Coronado Community Center)

Sunday April 4,… Continue

Added by eCoronado on March 22, 2010 at 7:30am — 1 Comment

Naval Base Coronado Sailors received toys during the 2009 Toys for OUR kids drive

NAVAL BASE CORONADO, Calif., -- More than 120 Naval Base Coronado (NBC) Sailors received toys during a toy drive Dec. 21 at the Defense Mapping Agency Auditorium aboard Naval Air Station North Island.

Mr. Jim Massey, a Retired Marine, coordinated the toy drive. Massey, 78, said he dedicates his entire year to preparing for the toy drive. Massey said he will go to great lengths to ensure that he has enough toys to give away at the toy drive and has done so for approximately the… Continue

Added by eCoronado on December 30, 2009 at 5:57pm — 1 Comment

Give Your Tree Back to Nature

Coronado (EDCO): Curbside, with regular trash pickup Monday through Jan. 15. Drop-off at Glorietta Bay Boat Launching Ramp parking lot off Strand Way (follow signs to bins) or at the Coronado Cays lot next to the fire station, Monday through Jan. 15. Please place trees inside collection containers.

Don’t throw that crispy Christmas tree in the trash now that the holiday is over. Most cities across the county will pick it up and recycle it straight from the curb on regular… Continue

Added by eCoronado on December 26, 2009 at 3:38pm — No Comments

Christmas Eve Church Services Abound

Click here to locate all the churches on the island. Contact a church directly to get more information about their Christmas Eve services and schedule. See them all here.

Added by eCoronado on December 23, 2009 at 10:35am — No Comments