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This week's notable book releases promise a veritable potpourri of death — and a celebration of life from one of America's most ubiquitous singers.

Schools are grappling with how to prepare students for the possibility of gun violence without traumatizing them.

Join us this Summer on the Strand! The Coronado Public Library, in collaboration with the Silver Strand Youth Center, will be hosting exciting events for all ages every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. all summer long! Kids, teens, and adults can sign up for our Summer Reading Program at these events, log their reads, and pick up their prizes while enjoying a different fun-filled event each week. These events will take place outside, so pack your sunscreen and a blanket to sit on and enjoy! This program is made possible thanks to the support of the Friends of the Coronado Public Library. Get ready for some firehouse fun with the Coronado Fire Department! Kids will get an up-close look at a real fire truck—complete with a tour of the engine or truck and all the exciting equipment firefighters use. Plus, for those eager to learn, we’ll show you how to save lives with hands-only CPR. It’s a hands-on, action-packed experience you won’t want to miss! Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/summer-strand-37264

Electronics and back-to-school supplies are expected to top many shoppers' lists.

Iranian director Jafar Panahi has been arrested repeatedly in his home country. His shockingly funny new revenge thriller was informed by the stories of people he met in prison.

Spend a summer afternoon wrapped in award-winning jazz when The Ed Kornhauser Trio takes the stage in the Coronado Public Library’s Winn Room on Friday, July 25, 2025, at 1 p.m. Led by San Diego piano virtuoso Ed Kornhauser—a four-time San Diego Music Award honoree, including “Best Jazz Album” for The Short Years and “Best Jazz” in 2022, 2023, and 2025. The trio delivers a compelling blend of lyrical grace and modern swing. Whether you're new to jazz or a seasoned aficionado, you'll enjoy a set featuring sparkling originals from Kornhauser’s celebrated recordings, inventive takes on classic standards, and the dynamic interplay that defines his work with top local talent. Admission is free and seating is open, so arrive early, relax in the cool library vibe, and let The Ed Kornhauser Trio lift your afternoon with soul-stirring, toe-tapping melodies. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/summer-festival-hold-34558

Potentially volatile cellmates are a fact of life in California prisons. That may change as the state’s incarcerated population declines, freeing up space for single-person quarters.

"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

This weekend in the arts: Get festive with Kitschmastime, December Nights, SoNoFest and more; catch a 1980s spin on "Twelfth Night"; new works of theater and contemporary dance; chamber folk; a pottery tour and more.

Israel's domestic security agency had Hamas' battle plans for the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks but didn't take them seriously. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu deflected responsibility for the failure.