Good morning! It’s August 12 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Low clouds, then some sun in San Lorenzo Valley
Today will be low clouds breaking for some sun. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 88 with a low of 54. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Cloudy now, changing to mostly sunny at 2 p.m.
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What’s new around you
▼︎ new businesses ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in San Lorenzo Valley
New Parents’ Support Group
Join us for this weekly peer support group for new parents facilitated by two local postpartum doulas. This program offers a welcoming space for new p…
At Felton Branch Library on August 12
Repeats 19 more times until December 30
Redwood RX: Introduction to Forest Bathing
$40.00. Led by Kai Siedenburg Forest bathing is a practice of therapeutic relaxation that involves immersing in the woods and focusing on sensory enga…
At Fall Creek Unit, Henry Cowell State Park on August 12
Trivia Tuesdays @ Henflings of Ben Lomond
Our trivia night is unlike any other with questions and formats unique to Henflings! Join a team and buzz in quick to answer questions for food & drin…
At Henflings on August 12
Redwood RX: Forest Qi Gong
Embark on a transformative journey that fuses the restorative powers of the Redwood forest with the ancient art of Qi Gong. Connect with the elements …
At Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park on August 13
Repeats once more on August 13
New local businesses
- A new business named MARZY’S SOURDOUGH BAGELS was registered at 5980 Highway 9, Felton CA 95018 on August 7. The business was registered by J And M Sourdough Bagels, LLC as a Limited Liability Company.
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- An owl was hit and injured on Highway 1 North at San Andreas in Aptos, causing traffic to slow. The incident was reported at 6:50 a.m. and updated at 7:00 a.m. today.
- A defective traffic signal was reported at the intersection of Highway 1 North and Park in Capitola/Soquel. The traffic lights were flashing red and were expected to remain this way until 6:00 p.m. The issue has been reported to the relevant authorities.
- The southbound lanes of Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel are facing closures for road excavation. This closure will continue until August 29 at 6:30 a.m.
Farmers’ market today
The Felton Farmers’ Market is the second oldest market in Santa Cruz County. On Tuesdays during late spring through early fall, a collection of regional farms and food businesses throw up their tents to sell a colorful array of fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, artisanal bread, seafood and other staple foods.
Tuesday 1:30-5:30 p.m. at 120 Russell Ave, Felton, May through October Read more
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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