🌱 Patch AM: Ready to see your name on Coronado’s Crown Cup trophy?

Hello Coronado! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• Ready to see your name on Coronado's Crown Cup trophy?
• How "The Golden Gala" will boost Coronado students this September
• How Vista's plastic bottle ban compares to Coronado's existing rules

Also on today's calendar: Unlock Abundance with Grant Cardone -- Live in San Diego and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 79 and low of 67 degrees.
• Wednesday: Partly sunny and humid, temps: high: 79, low: 67.
• Thursday: Humid, with a high of 77 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Crown Cup Doubles Tennis Tournament returns to Coronado in September (coronadotimes.com) — Coronado Tennis Association is opening registration for the Crown Cup Doubles Tournament on Sept. 12–13, the city's only independent tennis competition. Residents and nonresidents can enter men's, women's, and mixed doubles divisions, with at least two matches guaranteed plus food, prizes, and awards. Players without partners can be matched by organizers.
   

2. Coronado Schools Foundation's 'The Golden Gala' is one month away (coronadotimes.com) — Coronado Schools Foundation is hosting "The Golden Gala" at the Hotel del Coronado on Sept. 12 to fund STEM and arts programs for local students. Guests can enjoy dinner, dancing, a Golden Auction, and an exclusive afterparty, with tickets, sponsorships, and auction donations now being accepted. Local families and businesses are prominently backing the event.
   

3. Officials Adopt Ordinance To Limit Single-Use Plastic Bottles At Events In San Diego County (patch.com) — Vista has adopted an ordinance restricting single-use plastic water bottles at city events, joining San Diego County cities like Coronado, San Diego, Solana Beach, and Del Mar. The rules limit small plastic bottles at city properties and events, with phased implementation for youth sports and large gatherings. Vista is also exploring curbs on polystyrene products.
   

4. NEWS: Sens. Schiff, Padilla & San Diego Congressional Delegation Demand Answers Surrounding the Extended Deployment of USS Abraham Lincoln (senate.gov) — Families from Coronado and greater San Diego, including those who spoke at an August 6 town hall in Coronado, are at the center of a new push in Washington to investigate the USS Abraham Lincoln's extended deployment. California senators and local House members are demanding an Inspector General review of reported food shortages, unsanitary conditions, and mental‑health strains on the San Diego‑based strike group.
   

📸 Around Coronado

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Coronado

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Wednesday August 19
• Wounded Warrior Project
  Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
  5:00 pm
Thursday August 20
• Picture Day
  Jefferson Middle Oceanside, CA 92058
  8:00 am
• Term 1 Back to School Night
  Coronado High Coronado, CA 92118
  5:00 pm
Friday August 21
• 12th Annual Shootin for the Stars
  Navy SEAL Foundation Carson Valley Clays, 61 China Springs road, Gardnerville, 89460
  7:30 am
• TK/Kinder Meet and Greet
  Mt. Woodson Elementary Ramona, CA 92065
  7:40 am
• MVA Book Check Out & Picture Day
  Mountain Valley Academy Ramona, CA 92065
  8:00 am
• MVA Picture Day
  Mountain Valley Academy Ramona, CA 92065
  8:00 am
• Marine Corps League BBQ
  Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
  4:00 pm
Friday September 4
• Unlock Abundance with Grant Cardone -- Live in San Diego →
  4:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday August 18
• Back to School Business
  Olive Peirce Middle Ramona, CA 92065
  8:00 am
• Music and Motion
  MountainView/Beckwourth Branch Library 721 San Pasqual St., San Diego, CA, 92113, US
  11:30 am
Wednesday August 19
• Dance It Out! Bilingual Storytime /¡Baila! Hora de cuentos biling
  Logan Heights Branch Library 567 S. 28th St., San Diego, CA, 92113, US
  10:00 am
• Teen IDEA Lab /Laboratorio de Ideas para Adolescentes
  Logan Heights Branch Library 567 South 28th Street, San Diego, CA, 92113, US
  2:30 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Kentucky Fried Chicken posted a job opening for Team Member in Coronado. Apply here.
• Marriott posted a job opening for Dining Room Attendant Seasonal in Coronado. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Coronado here.

Ok Coronado! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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