Good morning! It’s March 13 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny and nice in Scotts Valley
Today will be partly sunny and nice. The high will be 77 with a low of 47. Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of tree pollen in the air.
Looking ahead: Pleasant tomorrow
Scotts Valley news
Palace Art & Office Supply marks 77 years with artist demos and giveaways. Events include Watsonville Film Festival, Pi Day Picnic, Spring Fling Mega Market, plus live music and theater throughout Santa Cruz County.
Best of Santa Cruz County arts & food events this weekend, March 12-15
By Lookout Santa Cruz Staff
Mar 12, 2026
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What’s new around you
▼︎ food inspections ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in Scotts Valley
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 March 13
Repeats 34 more times until May 10
Empty Nest and All the Rest: A one-man comedy show by Clay Hausmann
Join us for a hilarious and memorable evening on Friday, March 13th. Scotts Valley High School Parent Club is proud to bring this entertaining one-man…
At The Landing, Scotts Valley’s Cultural & Performing Arts Center on March 13
The Antidote to Fear: Breema Bodywork & Self-care Exercises
Instructors: Alexandra Johnson, MD, Kevin Johnson and Dena Ehrlich What’s the remedy for fear and confusion? Body-mind connection. When we have it, we…
At Hummingbird Valley on March 16
Repeats 15 more times until June 29
Bruno’s 9th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Bash
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Bruno’s Bar & Grill in Scotts Valley with one of the area’s most anticipated annual parties. Now in its ninth year, thi…
At Bruno’s Bar and Grill on March 17
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- South Highway 9 at Lorenzo Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley has one-way traffic because of emergency work. This closure will last until April 1 at 3:59 p.m.
Restaurant inspections
County officials regularly inspect food facilities to ensure compliance with state laws. Here, Lookout Santa Cruz reports both those who have passed the inspections and those that the county deems to have a “major” issue. The county’s full ongoing report can be accessed here.
- Zenshi Sushi @ Scotts Valley Market at 14 Victor Square, Scotts Valley, passed a county health inspection on March 11 with no critical issues.
- Golden Roots Kitchen at 5340 Scotts Valley Dr, Scotts Valley, passed a county health inspection on March 12 with no critical issues.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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