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This course will feature poems, both historic and contemporary, which enjoy iconic status. These poems, as well as their authors, are acknowledged as widely recognized and admired as having exceptional influence. All class members are encouraged to contribute their ideas and perceptions of the poems, enriching the discussions for everyone in attendance. Chuck Kamar received his Bachelor’s from Boston State and his Master’s from Boston University. He taught for 34 years in the Newton Public Schools, the last 20 of which at Newton North High School. In 1998 he won the Paul E. Elicker Award for Excellence in Teaching.

Ever wondered what aliens look like? Let your imagination skyrocket with this fun and creative program! Pick up a sheet with a planet on it, and create an alien that would be able to survive on that planet. Turn your alien in to the Children's Reference Desk to have it displayed during March, the month of the Coronado Community READ

Have you always enjoyed telling stories? Ever considered storytelling in front of an audience? The Storytelling Institute, a free six-week course presented by the Storytellers of San Diego, is open to everyone who would like to hone their skills in this ancient art form. The Institute culminates in a storytelling slot for each participant at the San Diego Storytelling Festival here at the Coronado Public Library on March 18. Registration is suggested (but not required, nor is attendance at every session). Please register for each session individually. Each session builds on the previous one, so consistent attendance is advised especially if you would like to perform at the San Diego Storytelling Festival culminating event.

Construct, craft, and create at our bi-monthly S.T.E.A.M. activity for teens! This in-person program takes place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 3:30 pm. Today's activity: Cupcake Wars: Cupcake Decorating Contest! Come create a spring-themed cupcake to compete in a variety of categories. For students in 6th through 12th grade.

The Library is hosting open chess play on the second Thursday of every month between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. in the Winn Room. Enjoy playing chess with others, or learn to play or improve your game with help from facilitator and local chess coach Chuck McClung. Chess boards and pieces provided. Open to all adults age 18 and older.

In honor of the 2023 Coronado Community READ, join us for a lecture led by Mount Laguna Observatory Director Dr. Robert Quimby, who will share how we study comets, stars, and galaxies when we're so far away.

Meet new friends and enjoy a shared appreciation for flowers! Join the Coronado Floral Association for these monthly events January-April 2023, gearing up for the 101st Coronado Flower Show on April 15 and 16. Participants can learn more about this community event and find out how they can participate. This meeting's theme is "Home Front Appreciation". Learn how this fun aspect of the Flower Show works before it takes place March 31 - April 2. Want to bring a sweet or savory snack to share? If so, please call Kate at 619-549-3178.

Ready to be a rocket scientist? Investigate the effects of mass on motion as you design, build, and test your own rockets with the San Diego Air and Space Museum. Then, launch it in Library Park! This event is geared towards kids ages 7-10. **Registration is required. Please visit cplevents.org for details. **Please register each child individually to ensure numbers are accurate.

In honor of the 2023 Coronado Community READ, the Library presents this lecture about the scale of space and what technologies, supplies, and knowledges are necessary to visit the moon, our solar system, the Milky Way, and beyond by San Diego State University Ph.D. candidate Spencer Raines.

Vegan Cooking 101: for your and the planet's health. Learn simple techniques for creating plant-based versions of traditional favorite foods and survey a variety of new food products with Chef Liz Gary.

In honor of the 2023 Coronado Community READ, the San Diego Astronomy Association will lead this fun and educational event. Come for the entire time, or just a bit. Telescopes and all equipment are provided, or bring your own. Snacks and warm drinks will be provided. Please dress warmly. We will meet north of the Tennis Courts at the Coronado Cays Park. Look for the table with a "Coronado Public Library" tablecloth. This event is subject to cancelation in the case of inclement weather. Registration is recommended for this event.

Discover a new favorite spice or herb with the Coronado Public Library! Each month, the library invites community members to explore different spices used in dishes around the world. Registrants will pick up the monthly spice/herb selection at the library, cook with it, and join other food enthusiasts to talk about what they made and their thoughts about the spice. For March we will explore cooking and baking with green cardamom pods and seeds. The meeting will be held, on Zoom, on Friday, March 24 at 2:30 p.m. The Zoom link will be emailed the day before we meet. Once registered, participants will receive an email about when to pick to pick up their sample of cardamom pods and a couple of recipes. This program is a great way to try new ingredients in your dishes and become a more confident cook in the kitchen! Please visit cplevents.org for details and registration.