Good morning! It’s Aug. 13 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Rain and drizzle this morning in San Lorenzo Valley
The morning could see occasional rain and drizzle; otherwise, cool with clouds giving way to some sun. The high will be 71, with a low of 56. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is very high (8/11).
Top news from nearby
Both Santa Cruz mayoral candidates oppose a proposed six-story Seabright housing project over local control concerns but support affordable housing overall.
What’s new around you
▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ events

Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in San Lorenzo Valley

Boulder Creek Farmers Market
The outdoor community market features locally grown produce, baked goods, artisan crafts, and live music.
At Junction Park on Aug. 13

Mountain Community Theater Presents New Works Weekend
New Works Weekend is Mountain Community Theater’s celebration of local storytelling. This year, we are thrilled to share eight brand-new, original plays …
At Park Hall on Aug. 14

Live Band @ Henflings of Ben Lomond
Friday & Saturday nights feature a mix of great live bands.
At Henflings on Aug. 14

The Polish Ambassador
The Polish Ambassador at Felton Music Hall on Friday, Aug. 14 …
At Felton Music Hall on Aug. 14

Sequoias At Night
Fridays & Saturdays, 8-10 p.m. through October. Experience the magic once again as this beloved art and light installation returns …
At Roaring Camp Railroads on Aug. 14
Repeats 23 more times until Oct. 31
Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- There is a one-way traffic closure on Highway 9 at Cascade Avenue because of ongoing work. This closure is expected to last until Aug. 31.
- Alternating lanes are closed on Highway 9 at Riverdale Park because of bridge work. The closure is expected to last until April 30, 2027.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
Disclosure: Traffic incidents are partially generated by artificial intelligence. We are constantly working to improve the accuracy and quality of our AI-generated content. However, there may still be errors or inaccuracies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

