Good morning! It’s July 17 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny and cool in Capitola / Soquel
Today will be partly sunny and cool. The high will be 69 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is extreme (11/11).
Top news from nearby
UCSC faculty, students, and unions protest parking rate hikes, accusing the administration of policy violations and bad faith in decision-making.
UCSC workers say administration violated ‘good faith’ measures by implementing parking rate increases
By Hillary Ojeda
Jul 17, 2026
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Things to do in Capitola / Soquel
“Sister Act, The Musical”
“Sister Act” hits the stage with the force of a disco ball struck by divine inspiration. Deloris, a bold and big-hearted nightclub singer, lands …
At Cabrillo Crocker Theater on July 17
Repeats 10 more times until Aug. 2
7th Wave
5:30-7:3 0p.m. 7th Wave is a very musical, acoustic band with three lead singers, three guitars, flute and percussion. Each member is vocally featured an…
At Discretion Brewing on July 17
Machu Didgeridoo
A world-class didgeridoo and flute musician-maker of 15-plus years, sharing symphonic weavings of ancient tube rhythms, Himalayan throat singing
At Breath + Oneness on July 17
Your Neighborhood Kick-Off Spot at Pono Hawaiian Kitchen
Pono is your island oasis for the summer’s biggest matches! Catch every goal on our big screens with friends and family while enjoying our extensive t…
At Pono Hawaiian Kitchen and Tap on July 17
Repeats 2 more times until July 19
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
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