Good morning! It’s February 6 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Cooler with clearing in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will be cooler with clouds breaking for some sun. The high will be 66 with a low of 44. Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of tree pollen in the air. Mostly cloudy now, changing to intermittent clouds at 9 a.m.
Looking ahead: Fog will affect the area tomorrow morning
Watsonville / Pajaro news
Watsonville City Council will review initial plans to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety on Freedom Boulevard and gather resident feedback at Tuesday’s meeting.
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Your cheat sheet for eating well and going out in Santa Cruz County, with recommendations from Lily Belli and curated event listings from Lookout’s free, searchable BOLO calendar.
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By Lookout Santa Cruz Staff
Feb 5, 2026
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Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro
Farmers Market Watsonville
Since Groundhog Day has made its prediction about our winter we now know what to expect. Or do we? What we do know is that there are wonderfully fresh…
At Downtown Watsonville on February 6
Repeats once more on March 6
Cars and Coffee
Classic cars and coffee every Saturday morning, in East Lake Village Shopping Center. It doesn’t get much better. Come walk around the expansive parki…
At East Lake Village Shopping Center on February 7
Repeats 14 more times until May 16
Glass Hearts Workshop
Celebrate the season of love with a hands-on Glass Hearts Workshop featuring beautiful Annieglass glass hearts, perfectly sized for a candy dish or je…
At Annieglass Inc on February 7
Kanekoa At The Pono Hawaiian Grill, Santa Cruz
Kanekoa, band of limitless possibilities, is one of Hawaii’s premier live music experiences, selling out shows wherever they perform.
At Pono Hawaiian Grill Downtown Santa Cruz on February 7
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A lane on westbound SR-152 at Clifford Drive/Ohlone Parkway is closed for asphalt paving. The closure is expected to last until July 3 at 5:59 a.m.
- There is a one-way traffic closure on South Highway 9 at Lorenzo Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley because of emergency work. The closure will last until April 1.
- One lane of North Highway 9 at Encinal Street in the Westside/Downtown area is closed for shoulder work. The closure will last until 3:01 p.m. on February 28.
Farmers’ market today
Known for its food vendors and food trucks featuring regional Latin American cuisine, the Watsonville Farmers’ Market is known for being a place to hang out and stay a while after fulfilling your weekly shopping needs.
Friday, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Peck Street near Main and Union streets, Watsonville, Year Round Read more
Community crime report
- A person was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. The incident happened near the 300 Block of California St., Watsonville, at 9 p.m. on February 4. The person was taken to the Santa Cruz County Jail. (source)
- A person was arrested for having two outstanding misdemeanor warrants. The incident happened near Main St. & Riverside Dr in Watsonville at 1 a.m. on February 5. The person was taken to the Santa Cruz County Jail. (source)
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