Good morning! It’s October 17 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Pleasant with plenty of sun in Aptos
Today will be pleasant with plenty of sun. The high will be 76 with a low of 51. Mostly sunny now, changing to sunny at noon
Looking ahead: Pleasant this weekend
Aptos news
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What’s new around you
▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ real estate ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in Aptos
Redwood Music Camp
This three-day camp for adult musicians offers workshops for players of Irish fiddle, Scottish fiddle, guitar, harp, whistle, flute, mandolin, banjo, …
At Monte Toyon Camp & Conference Center on October 17
Ketamine IM Group
A Sanctuary for Deep Healing and Transformation Ketamine-Assisted Therapy (KAT) Group at SoulCare Studios At SoulCare Studios, we offer group-based Ke…
At SoulCare Studios on October 17
Rooftop Masquerade Gala
A night of masks, music & celebration. Don’t miss our Masquerade October 17th, 6-9pm in Aptos honoring the 2026 WCR Santa Cruz Board
At Community Foundation Santa Cruz County on October 17
Pilates & Posture with Horses
Horses are deeply attuned to nonverbal cues; our posture, breath, and inner state shape how they respond. When we’re centered, they notice. This gentl…
At BEYOND Liberty on October 17
Repeats 4 more times until December 12
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- Defective traffic signals were reported at the intersection of Soquel Dr and Cabrillo College Dr at 6:43 p.m. on October 16.
- There is a one-way traffic closure on North Highway 9 at Prospect Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley because of emergency work. The closure is expected to end at 3:59 p.m. on December 5.
Property development
- The Santa Cruz Planning Department has received a zoning application regarding 230 Rio Del Mar Unit K in Aptos. The application proposes to renew an existing permit that allows the two-bedroom property at this address to continue operating as a vacation rental for stays of less than thirty days at a time. Approval of a vacation rental permit is required for the renewal to proceed. (view application)
- A permit application has been filed for a major redevelopment at 206 BAYVIEW Ct in Aptos. The proposal calls for demolishing the existing 750 square foot single-family home and constructing a new two-story residence with a total area of 2,791 square feet. Plans also include a 443 square foot attached garage and a 500 square foot attached Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU). Because the property is located within the coastal zone, a Coastal Development Permit is required for this project. (view details)
Farmers’ market Saturday
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 Drive, Year Round Read more
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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