Good morning! It’s June 6 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Turning sunny; warmer in Scotts Valley

Today will be warmer with clouds giving way to sun. The high will be 77 with a low of 52. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is extreme (11/11). Mostly cloudy now, changing to intermittent clouds at 9 a.m.

9 am

59°

Intermittent clouds

11 am

67°

Mostly sunny

1 pm

73°

3 pm

77°

5 pm

73°

7 pm

68°

Sunny


Scotts Valley news

Graham Hill Road will have one-way closures from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. until August 6 for pipeline work. Enjoy live music events in Santa Cruz County from June 5-11, featuring local and visiting artists.

Longer hours for Graham Hill Road work begin Monday

Longer hours for Graham Hill Road work begin Monday

By William S. Woodhams

Jun 5, 2025

Santa Cruz County live music roundup, June 5-11

Santa Cruz County live music roundup, June 5-11

By Lookout Santa Cruz

Jun 5, 2025


UC Santa Cruz

What’s new around you

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Things to do in Scotts Valley

Sewing Lessons for Beginners
Sewing Lessons for Beginners

Sewing lessons for beginners in a casual, zen environment. Open to ages 7 – 100. Sign up for 6 two-hour sessions Thursday – Sunday during open hours -…

At Everything Home on June 6
Repeats 194 more times until May 10

First Friday Art Tour Santa Cruz
First Friday Art Tour Santa Cruz

On the first Friday evening of every month, Santa Cruz galleries, shops, and cultural venues open their doors to showcase the works of Santa Cruz Coun…

At on June 6

Funk Yeah Fridays with the Tsunami Band
Funk Yeah Fridays with the Tsunami Band

Come early for dinner!​ Dance the night away with Tsunami Band! Upstairs in The Loft, no cover

At Bruno’s Bar and grill on June 6

Learn to Line Dance
Learn to Line Dance

Join us for Coaster Stomp Line Dance at Bruno’s Bar and Grill! The fun starts at 8pm with two lessons and plenty of open dancing. Join their expert in…

At Bruno’s Bar and grill on June 6


Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region

  • The southbound lanes of Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel are facing closures for road excavation. This closure will continue until 6:30 a.m. on August 29.
     
  • Long-term projects: A single lane on Sims Road and La Madrona Drive, from Brook Knoll Road to 600 La Madrona Drive, is closed for a pipeline project. Traffic control is in place, and the closure is from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily until February 2026.
     

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.