Good morning! It’s March 19 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Very warm with plenty of sun in Capitola / Soquel

Today will be very warm with plenty of sun. The high will be 85 with a low of 62. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is high (6/11). Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of tree pollen in the air.

Looking ahead: Pleasant Sunday


Capitola / Soquel news

Capitola Mall rezoning targets 41st Avenue. Mijo’s and Geisha restaurants recover year-long post-Capitola Village fire community support. Wharf to Wharf race starts in Live Oak again due to bridge construction.

Wharf to Wharf will again avoid Murray Street Bridge this year

Wharf to Wharf will again avoid Murray Street Bridge this year

By Lookout Santa Cruz Staff

Mar 18, 2026


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Things to do in Capitola / Soquel

Illuminated Sound: An Energy-Infused Sound Bath
Illuminated Sound: An Energy-Infused Sound Bath

Bask in the soothing alchemy of sound and light. Join Susan every first Thursday evening for this unique session that combines the higher-dimensional …

At Breath + Oneness on March 19

West Coast Swing level 2 and Nightclub 2-Step level 2 through Capitola Rec
West Coast Swing level 2 and Nightclub 2-Step level 2 through Capitola Rec

Both West Coast Swing and Nightclub Two-Step are popular at Swing, Country, and Ballroom dance events. These are each level 2 classes with the prerequ…

At Capitola Recreation at Opal Cliffs School on March 19
Repeats 2 more times until April 2

Women's Post Treatment Cancer Support Group
Women’s Post Treatment Cancer Support Group

WomenCARE offers a safe place where women with any type of cancer will find mutual support, shared experience, and open hearts. Pre-registration ( off…

At on March 19
Repeats 6 more times until June 18

WomenCARE Healing Circle Workshops Friday& Saturdays
WomenCARE Healing Circle Workshops Friday& Saturdays

WomenCare provides cancer advocacy, resources, practical and emotional support, and education to women, at each stage of the journey: diagnosis, heali…

At On Zoom contact WomenCARE for links on March 20
Repeats 4 more times until April 3


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!