Good morning! It’s April 2 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Mostly sunny in Aptos
Today will be mostly sunny. There is a 4% chance of rain. The high will be 68 with a low of 44. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is high (7/11). Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of tree pollen in the air. Partly sunny now, changing to sunny at 2 p.m.
Looking ahead: Pleasant Sunday.
Aptos news
A 4.6 magnitude earthquake near Boulder Creek shook Santa Cruz County at 1:41 a.m. Thursday, waking residents but causing no immediate damage reports. More than two dozen restaurants countywide are debuting new plant-based dishes as part of April’s inaugural Santa Cruz Vegan Chef Challenge.
Magnitude 4.6 earthquake shakes Santa Cruz County early Thursday morning
By Lookout Santa Cruz Staff
Apr 2, 2026
27 participating restaurants debut new vegan options for countywide April challenge
By Lily Belli
Apr 2, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Aptos
Persephone Restaurant Thursday Night Pasta Special
Every Thursday along with our regular menu we offer a prix fixe pasta dinner! Enjoy three courses starting with a fresh farmers market mixed green sal…
At Persephone Restaurant on April 2
Repeats 28 more times until October 15
Yoga In The Pasture
Stretch, breathe, and ground yourself in the serene presence of free-roaming horses. This gentle yoga class invites you to move mindfully , connect wi…
At Beyond Liberty on April 2
Repeats 3 more times until May 14
Cabrillo College Career Education Summit 2026
Join new Cabrillo President Dr. Jenn Capps and other key leaders in Workforce & Economic Development. Our talented Culinary Arts & Hospitality Manage…
At Carrillo College on April 3
Mindful Movement
This innovative class blends Tai Chi, Qigong, mindfulness, and time with horses to create a calming, empowering experience. Informed by Polyvagal Theo…
At Beyond Liberty on April 3
Repeats 4 more times until May 29
Turning Points
Turning points can be dramatic “Aha!” moments or subtle insights that quietly nudge us in a new direction. Big events in our personal lives-falling in…
At Cabrillo Gallery on April 4
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
No traffic problems nearby
We checked with state and county agencies — the roads look good!