Good morning! It’s July 31 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Plenty of sunshine in Scotts Valley
Today will be plenty of sunshine; watch for unusually rough surf and rip currents. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 85 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (10/11). Clear now, changing to mostly sunny at 7 a.m.
Looking ahead: Pleasant Sunday
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Scotts Valley
Food Truck Friday – July 31st
Squeeze in a little more summer before the back-to-school rush at Food Truck Friday! Join us for a great evening outside with dinner…
At Scotts Valley Skypark on July 31
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park – Birdwatching
We are offering a bird-watching program on August 1st at 8:00 a.m. Join us to learn all about life histories, behaviors, field markings, etc…
At Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground on August 1
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park – Star Walk Tour
Star Walks – Astronomy-based program where participants are guided up to the observation deck, where they will participate in activities…
At Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground on August 1
Repeats 4 more times until August 29
Scotts Valley 60th Birthday Bash
🎉 Celebrate 60 Years of Scotts Valley! 🎉 Join us as we celebrate Scotts Valley’s 60th Birthday Bash on Sunday, August 2nd at Skypark…
At Scotts Valley Skypark on August 2
Tacos & Trivia
As with everything we do, we bring the fun! This isn’t your average ordinary trivia. It’s “Bruno’s Style” …
At Bruno’s Bar & Grill on August 4
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- Alternating lanes are closed on Highway 9 at Riverdale Park in San Lorenzo Valley because of bridge work. The closure will last until 6:59 a.m. on April 30, 2027.
- Highway 9 at Cascade Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley has one-way traffic due to ongoing work. This closure will last until August 31, ending at 7:01 a.m.
- South Highway 1 at Route 129 in Watsonville / Pajaro is facing closures for guardrail work. The closure will last until 5:59 a.m. on August 3.
- A lane on east and west SR-129 at Highway 1 in Watsonville and Pajaro is closed for curb, gutter, and sidewalk work. The closure will last until 2:59 p.m. on August 3.
- A lane is closed on North/South Highway 9 at Arboleda Way/Highland in San Lorenzo Valley because of survey work. The closure will last until August 3 at 3:01 p.m.
- Highway 9 is facing closures in both directions at Pool Drive in San Lorenzo Valley for bridge work. The closure is expected to end at 5:59 a.m. today.
- Alternating lanes are closed on South Highway 1 at Bay Avenue in Capitola / Soquel because of drainage work. The closure will end at 6:30 a.m. today.
- A lane on South Highway 9 at Mitchell Drive in San Lorenzo Valley is closed for bridge work. The closure will end at 5:59 a.m. today.
- CHP helped with construction work at the intersection of Highway 1 South and Park in Capitola / Soquel. This was reported yesterday.
- CHP helped with construction work at the intersection of Highway 9 and Kings Creek Road in San Lorenzo Valley. This was reported yesterday.
Farmers’ market Saturday
The Scotts Valley Farmers’ Market has become a seasonal treasure to the local community and to those visiting the area looking for a place to slow down and unwind. Here, a circle of regional farms, local food businesses, and other makers set up their stands to offer shoppers and diners an array of delicious edibles. From May through October, the market is a resource for nutritious food and agricultural education, providing a gathering place for families, friends and neighbors. Find a robust selection of organic vegetables, fruits, herbs, pasture-raised chicken and duck eggs, flowers, artisanal meats, breads, seafood, pastries, espresso bar and ready-to-eat cuisine.
Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 5060 Scotts Valley Drive, Boys & Girls Club Parking Lot, 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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