Good morning! It’s May 8 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Clouds giving way to sun in Westside / Downtown
Today will be clouds giving way to sun. The high will be 72 with a low of 51. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is very high (10/11). Cloudy now, changing to intermittent clouds at 9 a.m.
Westside / Downtown news
Santa Cruz candidates discuss the city’s most pressing issues in last forum before primary
By Max Chun
May 8, 2026
Best of Santa Cruz County entertainment, arts & food events this weekend, May 7-10
By Lookout Santa Cruz Staff
May 7, 2026
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Things to do in Westside / Downtown
Jive Machine
Jive Machine habitually bends the rules, blurs the lines, and stretches musical boundaries. Their music takes listeners on a sonic rollercoaster that …
At Abbott Square Market on May 8
All About Theatre Presents “Les Miserables”
Experience the epic power of Les Misérables, the beloved musical inspired by Victor Hugo’s timeless story of hope, sacrifice, love, and redemption. Se…
At The Colligan Theater on May 8
Repeats 6 more times until May 16
Music on the Meadow (MOTM) presents Episode 0: Music with the Meadow
Featuring: Rodrigo Barriga, Shanna Sordahl, Maybee Salters, Tin Yi Chelsea Wong, Anna Friz & Bell Bringers Curated by: Marc Perez, Lukáš Janata, Kev Y…
At UCSC Music Department: Kretschmer Plaza on May 8
No traffic problems nearby
We checked with state and county agencies — the roads look good!
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