Good morning! It’s February 23 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny in Bonny Doon / Davenport
Today will be periods of clouds and sunshine. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 61 with a low of 51. Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of tree pollen in the air. Partly sunny now, changing to intermittent clouds at 9 a.m.
Looking ahead: Expect showery weather tomorrow morning through late tomorrow night
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Things to do in Bonny Doon / Davenport
Bargetto Winery’s Thursday Night Music
Join us at Bargetto Winery in Soquel on Thursday evenings for Live Music and Wine! 6-8PM No cover charge. Wine by-the-glass for purchase. Food will be…
At Bargetto Winery on February 26
Repeats 33 more times until October 15
Guided Coastal Birding Walk at Wilder Ranch
On this 2.5 mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You will hel…
At Wilder Ranch State Park on February 27
Hearts on Fire Hot Glass Workshop
We’re bringing back the Love in February with our annual Hearts on Fire hot glass workshop. Come make a beautiful glass heart to give to your special …
At Chris Johnson Glass-Studio Zayante on February 28
Guided Coastal Walk at Wilder Ranch
On this 2.5 mile family friendly walk, we’ll explore the plants, animals, and geology of our coastal bluffs. Bring water, hat, closed toe shoes, layer…
At Wilder Ranch State Park on February 28
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- South Highway 9 at Lorenzo Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley has one-way traffic because of emergency work. This closure will last until April 1 at 3:59 p.m.
- One lane is closed on North Highway 9 at Encinal Street in the Westside/Downtown area because of shoulder work. The closure will last until 3:01 p.m. on February 28.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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