Good morning! It’s Aug. 14 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Morning clouds in Capitola / Soquel
Today could see some drizzle amid areas of low clouds early; otherwise, mostly sunny. The high will be 73, with a low of 57. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is very high (9/11).
Capitola / Soquel news
Santa Cruz City Schools seeks applicants to fill a vacant Capitola board seat after a resignation. Local residents can apply to help shape district policies.
What’s new around you
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Things to do in Capitola / Soquel
Harpin’ and Clark Live in the Beer Garden
5:30-7:30 p.m. Harpin’ and Clark are Jon Troutner and Peter Clark. They are a guitar and harmonica duo playing Americana, jazz, blues, ragtime, country …
At Discretion Brewing on Aug. 14
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
Every week, the Aptos Farmers Market comes alive with the colors, aromas, and flavors of the Central Coast. Stroll through a vibrant gathering of more …
At Cabrillo College on Aug. 15
Repeats 92 more times until May 20
Eggsellent Science
A special Science Saturday series. We’re hatching something new this spring. Guest educators …
At Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery on Aug. 15
The Musers
The Ugly Mug welcomes Northern California band The Musers, Saturday, Aug. 15, 7 p.m. …
At The Ugly Mug on Aug. 15
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- The southbound Highway 1 off-ramp at Bay Avenue in Capitola is scheduled to be closed for approximately four months starting from Aug. 2 as crews reconstruct the ramp as part of the bus-on-shoulder project.
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.-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.
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