Good morning! It’s July 28 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Pleasant in San Lorenzo Valley
Today will be some low clouds early; otherwise, mostly sunny and pleasant. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 83 with a low of 56. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is extreme (11/11). Mostly clear now, changing to partly sunny at 8 a.m.
Top news from nearby
Hundreds gathered at UC Santa Cruz’s Quarry Amphitheater for an emotional memorial honoring musician Oliver Tree, celebrating his global influence and Santa Cruz roots with music, comedy, and heartfelt tributes.
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in San Lorenzo Valley
Santa Cruz Farmers Markets
The Felton Farmers’ Market is a treasured weekly gathering place – started in 1987, it is the second longest-running market in Santa Cruz County…
At The Felton Market on July 28
Repeats 13 more times until October 27
Zen practice at Myokoji
We offer weekly meditation practice on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-7:45 pm. These periods include 40 minutes of silent meditation followed by a short …
At Myokoji Temple (Zoom) on July 29
Repeats 31 more times until March 3
Ashez & Kaipora
Purchase tickets here: Show 8 pm// 21+ ***This is a standing room general admission show. There will be a limited number of chairs located in the bac…
At Felton Music Hall on July 31
Ben Lomond Village Market
The Ben Lomond Village Alliance is launching the 2026 Village Market, an expanded and reimagined version of last year’s Wee Kirk Market, bringing new …
At Ben Lomond County Park on August 1
Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- There are alternating lane closures on both northbound and southbound Highway 9 at Pool Drive because of bridge work. This will continue until April 30, 2027.
- There is one-way traffic on Highway 9 at Cascade Avenue because of ongoing work. This closure will last until August 31.
New local businesses
- A new business named MOUNTAIN HIGH CRAFTERS was registered at 81 Vick Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 on July 20. The business was registered by Brent Clarence Jacobs as an individual business.
- A new business named CROSSOVER CREATORS FUND was registered at 2a Madrone Ave., Mount Hermon, CA 95041 on July 21. The business was registered by Crossover Sound Waves Incorporated as a corporation.
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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