Good morning! It’s August 22 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Sunny to partly cloudy in Corralitos / Freedom
Today will be sunny to partly cloudy. The high will be 82 with a low of 56. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Mostly sunny now, changing to sunny at noon
Looking ahead: Pleasant this weekend
Top news from nearby
Santa Cruz County’s housing market nears a buyer’s market with rising July inventory and sales; experts say buyers may gain more leverage as the slower fall season approaches.
Santa Cruz County housing picture ‘almost a buyer’s market’ as inventory, sales continue rising
By Max Chun
Aug 22, 2025
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Corralitos / Freedom
Circle & Square Bistro – Preview Dinner
Join us for a preview of our taste of summer menu! A four course dinner designed to celebrate the flavors of our region!
At on August 22
Pinto Lake County Park Beautification
Join us to help beautify the park! We’ll be picking up litter, weeding, and possibly planting! Refreshments, tools, and gloves provided.
At Pinto Lake County Park on August 23
Repeats 2 more times until November 2
Reset & Recharge – Wisdom of the Herd
Step into the quiet, electric presence of the free-roaming horses at the Sanctuary at PMR. This 3-hour experience takes place inside the pasture. Thro…
At The Sanctuary at Pregnant Mare Rescue on August 23
Testicle Festival
17th Annual Testicle Festival Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Agri-Culture, Inc. Fundraiser Barbeque
At Estrada Deer Camp on August 23
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- There is a one-way traffic closure on Highway 9 at Prospect Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley because of emergency work. The closure is expected to end at 3:59 p.m. tomorrow.
- Southbound Highway 17 is facing closures for asphalt paving in the Eastside / Live Oak area. The closure is expected to end at 5:01 p.m. tomorrow.
Farmers’ market Sunday
The Corralitos Farm & Garden Market is a small, friendly, open air market made up of local farmers and gardeners who grow within about a five mile radius of Corralitos. Seasonally is has strawberries, blueberries, cherries, lemons, tomatoes, herbs, squash, potatoes, carrots, peas, beets, and avocados, as well as a variety of other fruits, vegetables, lettuces and salad greens. Bakers offer treats, along with a table full of beautiful potted flowers. You may find expertly handmade natural soaps, and homemade jams and preserves.
Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Corralitos Cultural Center, 127 Hames Road, 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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