Good morning! It’s Sept. 18 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Pleasant in Aptos

Today will see areas of low clouds, then sun and pleasant. The high will be 76 with a low of 55.


Top news from nearby

Santa Cruz County’s housing market remained steady in August with increased listings and a slight sales dip, despite a 0.25% Federal Reserve rate hike. Experts monitor potential fall impacts.

County housing market remains steady as Federal Reserve hikes interest rates

County housing market remains steady as Federal Reserve hikes interest rates

By Max Chun

Sep 18, 2026


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Things to do in Aptos

Community Health Trust
Community Health Trust

This year’s Health Forum for medical professionals focuses on Youth Mental Health in Pajaro Valley: Understanding Needs, Building Solutions.

At Cabrillo College Multiculteral Student Center on Sept. 18

Health Forum
Health Forum

Each year, CHT brings together healthcare professionals and public health experts for a half-day forum focused on timely issues impacting the health a…

At Cabrillo College Multicultural Student Center, on Sept. 18

Joy of Dance: September Dance Series at Soul Care Studios
Joy of Dance: September Dance Series at Soul Care Studios

Move your body, feed your soul, and experience the Joy of Dance this September at Soul Care Studios! 💃✨ Explore three unique styles of movement with …

At Soulcare Studios on Sept. 18
Repeats 5 more times until Sept. 27

Lester Estate Wines: Summer Sundowner Concerts
Lester Estate Wines: Summer Sundowner Concerts

Live music, food and wine overlooking the Lester Family Vineyards in the heart of Pleasant Valley.

At Lester Estate Wines on Sept. 18


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.