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The Coronado Historical Association invites you to the next lecture of our popular Wine & Lecture series as former CO of Naval Air Station North Island, David Landon, shares his knowledge about Coronado's naval history. The Navy's first aviator, Lieutenant Ellyson, and many other military personnel were trained at North Island starting in 1911. The station was granted official recognition as the "Birthplace of Naval Aviation" by a resolution of the House Armed Services Committee on August 15, 1963. From the military's aviation origins to geographical changes to North Island over time, David will share some of the many stories about the history and development of Naval Air Station North Island. David R. Landon David, a native of Guilford, Connecticut, graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 1975 with a BS in Business Administration. He entered the U.S. Navy in 1976 and retired as a Captain in 2006 after 30 years on active duty. He has commanded HSL-51 in Atsugi Japan, HSL-41 in San Diego California, Fleet Area Control and Surveillance Facility in San Diego and Naval Base Coronado, which included NAS North Island, Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, NALF San Clemente Island, the Silver Strand Training Complex, La Posta Mountain Warfare Training Complex and OLF Imperial Beach. Since retiring from the Navy, David has worked as the Chief Operating Officer and co-owner of Priority Solutions, a permanent placement- recruiting firm and as a Program Manager and leadership advisor for Scientific Applications International Corporation (SAIC). He assumed the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of Systems Technology Incorporated (STI) in 2011 and retired from STI in DEC 2017. Important Registration Information: Capacity is limited and reservations are required. No walk-ins will be admitted. If you have any questions please email or call (619) 435-7242. Please be aware that tickets for the wine & lecture events are nonrefundable, as proceeds support our educational mission. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Gemma New, conductor Olga Kern, piano John ADAMS: Short Ride in a Fast Machine RACHMANINOFF: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor, Op. 30 COPLAND: "Four Dance Episodes" from Rodeo RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Capriccio espagnole, Op. 34 Celebrate the opening of the Conrad Prebys 2024 Summer Season at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, conductor Gemma New and pianist Olga Kern. The concert features Kern performing the Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3, as well as Copland’s Four Dance Episodes from Rodeo (including the well-known “Hoe-down” movement) and Rimsky-Korsakov's fiery Capriccio espagnol, which is based on Spanish folk melodies. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

More than a dozen fake electors, indicted for crimes related to attempting to overthrow the 2020 election, are delegates at the RNC to nominate Donald Trump as he tries, again, to win a second term.

The San Diego City Council voted 6-2 Tuesday to substantially change the city’s regulation of surveillance technology. Privacy rights advocates say the changes, which were pushed by Mayor Todd Gloria’s office, water down hard-fought protections against surveillance overreach.

While the number of fentanyl-related deaths among children under 18 in San Diego County are decreasing — from 15 deaths in 2021 to two last year according to county data — advocates said education remains crucial.

On Monday, Gambian lawmakers rejected a bill that would have overturned its ban on female genital mutilation. The vote marks a victory for women's rights activists and comes after months of intense debate.

A Southern California school district has sued Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom over a new law barring school districts from requiring that parents be notified of their child's gender identification change.

This term, the Supreme Court ruled on abortion pills, the federal law banning guns for domestic abusers, voting rights and attempts to regulate social media.

Join us for the Black-Tie Bingo Community Fundraiser! Shoreline Community Services, a beacon of hope in the Central Beach Area of San Diego, is proud to announce its upcoming 2nd Annual Black Tie BINGO event. This event is more than just an evening of entertainment—it's a commitment to change lives. Addressing Homelessness with Hope and Opportunity At the heart of Shoreline Community Services' mission is the Community Care Crew employment program, designed to offer hope and opportunity to residents living on the streets. This innovative initiative empowers individuals through employment, providing them with the dignity of work and a path towards self-sufficiency. The program has become a vital resource in the fight against homelessness in San Diego, offering a hand up, not just a handout. Fundraising for a Noble Cause The Black Tie BINGO event serves as a crucial fundraiser to support the continuation and growth of the Community Care Crew program. Guests are invited to "Dress to Impress," with black tie optional, for a night that promises to blend great food, wine and local craft beer, glamour, and live music – all with the opportunity to give back. Attendees will enjoy a competitive game of BINGO, vie for exciting raffle prizes, and mingle in an atmosphere of elegance —all in support of a life-changing cause. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Staff Sgt. Gordon Black was sentenced to nearly four years in prison on charges of theft and threatening to murder.