🌱 Patch AM: Capitola: Plein Air Festival and 11 more events

Make time for Watsonville Taiko Holiday Boutique on the Capitola Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Capitola: Plein Air Festival and 11 more events

Also, don’t miss Watsonville Taiko Holiday Boutique on the Capitola Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series and 11 more events

Coming up: Watsonville Taiko Holiday Boutique on the Capitola Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How did runners fare on the marathon route through Capitola Village?

And check out Watsonville Taiko Holiday Boutique on the Capitola Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How did runners fare as the marathon route hit Capitola Village?

Make time for Watsonville Taiko Holiday Boutique on the Capitola Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Why this winter’s El Niño could hit Capitola’s waterfront hardest

Make time for Watsonville Taiko Holiday Boutique on the Capitola Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Watsonville Taiko Holiday Boutique and 10 more events

Coming up on the Capitola Patch calendar: Capitola: Plein Air Festival

Americans Lost $20B To Online Crime: Check Your State’s Ranking

See which states lost the most, who’s most vulnerable, and how to protect yourself from becoming the next victim.

Village Of Tiny Homes Made From Straw Planned To Fight Housing Crisis: Report

The straw bale cabins would be LEED-certified and serve very low-income residents, according to KSBW 8.

Capitola Mall Bookstore To Close After 8 Years Of Library Support

The bookstore, which has funded library initiatives, will cease operations on March 31, 2026, after eight years.

Meet A Future Leader In Capitola-Soquel: Nate Dow

Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to highlight young people achieving great things in our community.

Full Wolf Moon Aligns With Mars Over Capitola, Soquel

NASA reports that Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars will align in the night sky this month.

Peaceful Start To The Day In Capitola: Photo Of The Day

A mellow morning along Monterey Bay.

Start 2025 With Quadrantids Meteors Over Capitola, Soquel

The shooting star show is known for bright fireballs — explosions of light and color that can persist longer than an average meteor streak.

2 Kids, 2 Adults Found Dead Inside Apartment | $226,328 Lottery Ticket

ALSO: 2 Women Sexually Assaulted, Man Attacked During Home Invasion; Man Who Terrorized Elderly Woman Sentenced; Killer Dies On Death Row.

Dawn's First Light Is Magical In Soquel: Photos Of The Day

The sun lights up the horizon before emerging.

Lichen Shaped Like A Heart: Photo Of The Day

Heart shapes abound in nature if we look closely enough.

Magical Sunrise From Soquel: Photo Of The Day

Did you watch last Friday's sunrise?

Spring Flowers Brighten The Garden: Photo Of The Day

Dania Moss is growing these lovely flowers in her yard.

Gauzy Morning Fog Stipples Scenery: Photo Of The Day

Dania Moss captured Tuesday's sunrise as fog divided trees into layers.

5 Amazing Volunteer Organizations In Capitola-Soquel

Looking for ways to give back in your community? Start here!

How Much Do You Know About Capitola-Soquel?

Every town has its traditions. Check out these fun facts about what makes Capitola-Soquel so special.

July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Capitola & Soquel

See Patch’s guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Capitola, Soquel, South Bay & beaches.

Fireworks Near Me: Capitola & Soquel's July 4th 2022

See where to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks shows, parades and other events near Capitola, Soquel & around South Bay & beaches.

July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Capitola & Soquel

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades & other celebrations in and around South Bay & beaches.

Capitola Easter Event Guide 2022

Find egg hunts, bunny brunches, spring festivals & more in Capitola and throughout the beach cities and South Bay.

SCPL: Fighting For Housing In America: Conor Dougherty, Author Of Golden Gates, In Conversation With Jonathan Franzen

See the latest announcement from the Santa Cruz Public Libraries.

SCPL: "One Of A Kind" Quilt: Friends Of The Library Fundraiser

Opportunity to win a beautiful quilt while supporting the FSCPL capital campaign. Opportunity to win a beautiful quilt while supporting ...

SCPL: Women's History Month

See the latest announcement from the Santa Cruz Public Libraries.

SCPL: Aptos Branch Library To Be Used As Training Location For Central Fire

After serving the community for over 50 years, the Aptos Branch Library will assume one last duty before being demolished. SCPL has part ...

SCPL: Latino Role Models Virtual Conference

This exciting FREE annual conference features Latino/a college students and professionals and performances inspiring students to achieve ...

SCPL: Santa Cruz Workforce Collaborative

See the latest announcement from the Santa Cruz Public Libraries.

SCPL: "One Of A Kind" Quilt: Friends Of The Library Fundraiser

Opportunity to win a beautiful quilt while supporting the FSCPL capital campaign.

SCPL: March Programs For Kids & Teens

This program is held at Capitola, Downtown, Felton and La Selva Beach.

SCPL: March Programs For Adults

Capitola Branch Library McBroom Family Porch. Registration required. Register online using the link above.

SCPL: Our Community Reads 2022

This is an online event. Please register by clicking on the event title above. URL will be sent via registration email.

SCPL: All Branches Closed: Todas Las Bibliotecas Están Cerradas

All library branches will close for President's Day. Regular hours resume on Tuesday February 22, 2022.

SCPL: Face Masks Required In Libraries - Not Just Coverings

Face coverings are still required regardless of vaccination status in the following settings and situations under State orders

SCPL: All Branches Closed: President's Day • Todas Las Sucursales Van Estar Cerrad

All library branches will close for President's Day. Regular hours resume on Tuesday February 22, 2022.

SCPL: Black History Month Read Alouds!

See the latest announcement from the Santa Cruz Public Libraries.

SCPL: Capitola Branch Will Be Closed February 18th

a planned electric service interruption all day the Capitola branch will be closed Friday, February 18th.

Santa Cruz County DMVs Reopen, With New Limits

After months of coronavirus closures, all remaining DMV offices in California will reopen Thursday, but with new rules in place.