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5 Secrets for WINNING Personal Statement Essays Want your college essay to stand out in a sea of applicants? Join nationally recognized college admissions and essay expert Ms. G. as she reveals her Top 5 Secrets for crafting unforgettable personal statements. Perfect for students and parents, this free workshop will cover what colleges really want, powerful hooks, essay do’s and don’ts, and real examples that got students into Yale, Brown, Duke, UCLA, and more. Presented by Ms. Eva Goetze (Ms. G.) Founder of College Advising Boutique | Strategic College Consultant | Career & Major Specialist Eva Goetze, known to families as Ms. G., offers elite, personalized college advising for students of all motivation levels—whether driven or still discovering their path. With nearly two decades of experience mentoring teens and over a decade in high-level leadership roles—including former COO and three-time Chief of Staff in FinTech, AI, real estate, and marketing—Ms. G. brings sharp strategy and real-world insight to the college admissions process. At College Advising Boutique, she combines cutting-edge tools with a deeply personalized approach, guiding families through every stage: major exploration, college list development, essay editing, and application timeline management. Ms. G. stays on the pulse of emerging careers, trending majors, and competitive admissions standards, helping students prepare not just for acceptance—but for long-term success. Ms. G. is especially known for her essay expertise, having taught English in over four international countries and edited more than 20,000 essays and drafts. Her students’ essays have helped them gain acceptance to top-tier and highly selective schools, including Yale, Brown, Duke, Rice University, Tulane, Michigan State, Claremont McKenna, and all University of California campuses, including UCLA, UC Berkeley, and UC San Diego. Her approach empowers students to find their authentic voice, tell powerful stories, and submit applications that rise to the top. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/college-workshop-35972 College Advising Boutique on Instagram

Join Cellar Hand in the heart of Hillcrest for a special Pride Parade Brunch! Cellar Hand will be opening early at 9 a.m. for Pride 2025, serving their full weekend brunch menu alongside one-day-only specials. Enjoy a $58 seafood platter featuring poached shrimp, oysters, crab cake, curd and conserves, or swing by the bar for a quick $16 grab-and-go falafel and chicken wraps, perfect for refueling during the festivities. Cellar Hand will also be pouring bottles of bubbles, serving orange wine jello shots and keeping the energy high with a live DJ set. Celebrate one of the neighborhood’s biggest days right in the middle of all the action with great food, good vibes and community pride. Cellar Hand on Instagram

Join us for a compelling presentation on the Battle of Leyte Gulf—the final major fleet operation of World War II and the largest naval battle in history. Spanning over 100,000 square miles and involving nearly 300 ships, this epic conflict resulted in the loss of 26 vessels and more than 400,000 lives. Discover how this pivotal battle marked the end of the Japanese Navy as an offensive force, featuring four major naval engagements. The climactic final confrontation saw the lightly armed escort carriers of Taffy 2 and Taffy 3 face off against a powerful Japanese fleet led by the world’s largest battleship. The battle also saw the first organized kamikaze attacks in the Pacific and set the stage for the U.S. liberation of the Philippines—culminating in General Douglas MacArthur’s iconic declaration: “I have returned.” Coronado Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Calling all young astronauts! Join us for a special program with NASA's Solar System Ambassadors, David Narevsky and Lyford Rome. They will teach us about "weird" moons and other unusual objects in space both in and outside of our solar system. Activity to follow! Coronado Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Turn up your Friday afternoon with the pure, feel-good energy of The Waylon Hicks Project—a musical powerhouse fusing the slick syncopation of jazz with the irresistible groove of classic funk. Join us in the Coronado Public Library’s Winn Room on July 11, at 1 p.m. for a free concert: comfortable seating, easy accessibility, and rhythms that spark smiles. Expect tight horns, soulful sax solos, and bass lines that practically dance down the aisles—perfect for toe-tapping, finger-snapping, and reliving the golden age of live bands. Bring a friend, cool off indoors, and let the Waylon Hicks Project add some summer swing to your day! Doors open 15 minutes before showtime. The Waylon Hicks Project on Facebook

Comic-Con International and San Diego Public Library have teamed up for the Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians (CCEL). This FREE five-day conference will take place at the San Diego Central Library during Comic-Con® from July 23-27, and will explore the role comics play in promoting education and literacy for all ages. Those in the library and education fields are invited to learn creative and exciting ways to incorporate comics and other popular arts into their work. Through presentations and panel discussions, the Conference hopes to engage the community and promote comics as a medium for learning. Seating is not guaranteed and is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is for interest only and does not guarantee a seat. The 2025 Publisher Day panels at CCEL will be announced shortly! ======================================= Comic-Con badge-holders with valid single same-day or four-day badges are welcome to attend and are not required to register.

Are you cosplaying during San Diego Comic-Con and need a cosplay repair? Visit the Central IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of the Central Library for quick fix solutions to your cosplay woes. No appointment necessary, all ages welcome! Available equipment and materials (while supplies last) to help mend your costume: Sewing machines, 3D Printers, Laser Cutters, Desktop Cutters, Soldering Irons and more Sewing supplies (needles, thread, seam rippers, scissors, safety pins, etc.) Different types of adhesives (hot glue guns, wood glue, tacky glue, super glue, duct tape, electrical tape, transparent tape, etc.) Plus, the IDEA Lab will feature different Odi the Coyote pin designs and comic-themed makes every day the Cosplay Repair Station is open, while supplies last! Visit from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Calling all furry su-paw-heroes....PAWmicon is back July 22! Suit up, super-pet fans—PAWmicon is flying back into Balboa Park (near the Air & Space Museum) on July 22 from 5–7 p.m.! Get ready for a paw-sitively heroic evening full of costumed critters, comic book fun, and tail-wagging adventures! Calling all Su-PAW-Hero pups, it’s time to sign up for the PAWmicon PAWSplay Costume Contest! Whether your furry friend is rocking a cape, channeling their favorite movie icon, or teaming up with fellow four-legged stars, there’s a category just for them: Superheroes & Super Villains, Pop Culture Pups, or Dynamic Duos, Trios & More. We can’t wait to see your creativity shine! Helen Woodward Animal Center on Facebook / Instagram

The AjA Project will be hosting a screening of "A Fighting Irishman" directed by Sharon Yamato and narrated by George Takei as a closing reception for "Language of Silencing," an exhibit located in the Central Library Lobby. The thirty-minute documentary from 2024 follows the story of Wayne M. Collins, a lawyer who fought for the Civil Rights of Japanese Americans during and after World War II. Following the screening, a Q&A will be hosted by The AjA Project with Kay Ochi from the Japanese American Historical Society of San Diego. Learn about AJA

"Always… Patsy Cline" is a heartwarming, toe-tapping tribute to one of country music’s most beloved icons. Based on the true story of Patsy’s unlikely friendship with fan Louise Seger, this musical play features 27 of Patsy Cline’s unforgettable hits, including “Crazy,” “Walkin’ After Midnight,” and “I Fall to Pieces.” Full of humor, emotion, and timeless songs, "Always… Patsy Cline" celebrates the power of friendship and music across the decades with an incredible live band. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering Patsy for the first time, this crowd-pleasing show will leave you humming and smiling long after the curtain falls. A must-see musical experience! Starring Catherine DeBrule as Patsy Cline with Dena Mattox as Louise Seger. All Seating Is Cabaret Style Tickets: $30 each (+ service charge) Groups of 8 at Reserved Table: $27 each ($216+ service charge) Visit: https://www.actlivenow.com/ ActNowLive on Facebook / Instagram