Good morning! It’s June 19 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Areas of low clouds, then sun in Aptos

Today will see areas of low clouds, then sun and cool. The high will be 68 with a low of 57. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is very high (10/11).


Aptos news

Santa Cruz County home sales and inventory have increased, providing more options, but potential interest rate hikes amid inflation and global instability may impact affordability.

County home sales and inventory continue to rise as summer begins

County home sales and inventory continue to rise as summer begins

By Max Chun

Jun 19, 2026


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Things to do in Aptos

Origins Culinary Series: Tiki Bar & Pupu's with Kuleana Rum at Sevy's
Origins Culinary Series: Tiki Bar & Pupus with Kuleana Rum at Sevy’s

Discover Kuleana Rum with an ambassador! Taste three cocktails intentionally paired with Hawaiian-inspired bites, live music, and a souvenir

At Sevy’s Bar + Kitchen on June 19

Come Celebrate 50 Years of Fresh Food, Farmers & Community!
Come Celebrate 50 Years of Fresh Food, Farmers & Community!

Join us at the Aptos Farmers Market on Saturday, June 20, as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets! For five …

At Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College on June 20

The Dad Wave 5k
The Dad Wave 5K

Join us for the Dad Wave 5K & 3K Family Run — a powerful, community-centered event celebrating fatherhood, connection, and the strength it takes to sh…

At Aptos High School on June 20

Tour w/Farmers Market Mgr. & Fun for Kids! - Cultivating Farm Experiences
Tour w/Farmers Market Mgr. & Fun for Kids! – Cultivating Farm Experiences

Tour with Farmers Market Manager. Birthday celebration, free cake, face painting, re-usable produce bag give away.

At Sesnon House, Cabrillo College on June 20


Farmers market Saturday

The Aptos farmers market at Cabrillo College features 90 vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses, locally produced olive oil, fresh pasta and gourmet sauces, organic juices, handmade sauerkraut, Corralitos smoked sausages and bacon, artisan breads and baked goods, organic honey, mushrooms, sprouts and microgreens, farm-fresh eggs, flowers, potted plants, seedlings, herbs, and an unsurpassed selection of certified California grown fruits, vegetables and nuts.
Saturday 8 a.m. to noon at Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Dr., year-round Read more


No crimes to report today

We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.