Good morning! It’s June 24 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Clearing and cool in Capitola / Soquel
Today will be cool with clouds giving way to sun. The high will be 69 with a low of 55. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is extreme (11/11).
Capitola / Soquel news
A proposed Capitola city policy may raise lease costs for businesses on city property, threatening Capitola Boat & Bait’s future; an Aptos surfer shares a viral great white shark encounter and drone warning.
Aptos surfer recounts great white shark encounter caught on viral drone video
By Kevin Painchaud
Jun 24, 2026
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Things to do in Capitola / Soquel
The Daisy Store’s Annual Summer Sale
The Daisy Store celebrates summer with a weeklong sale. Everything in the store is 50% off. The Daisy is a volunteer-run, upscale-resale nonprofit …
At The Daisy Store on June 24
Repeats 3 more times until June 27
The Joint Chiefs LIVE at Thursday Night Music!
Join us at Bargetto Winery in Soquel on Thursday evenings for live music and wine! 6-8 p.m.; no cover charge. Wine by the glass for purchase. Food will be…
At on June 25
Repeats once more on July 30
Capitola Historical Museum 60th Anniversary
Help the Capitola Museum celebrate its 60th year 1966 – 2026! Enjoy birthday cake donated by Gayle’s Bakery. Reading of the Mayor’s Proclamation – M…
At Capitola Historical Museum on June 26
Pet Emporium Ribbon-Cutting
Join us for a ribbon-cutting celebration at Pet Emporium’s new location in the Begonia Plaza! A beloved Capitola busine…
At Pet Emporium on June 26
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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