Surprise Dad This Father’s Day By Sharing A Photo On Capitola-Soquel Patch

Publish a photo of pops on Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Mother’s Day: Share Your Favorite Photo On Capitola-Soquel Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on Patch.

How To Recycle Your Christmas Tree In Santa Cruz County

GreenWaste customers can leave their evergreen tree curbside on your regular collection day for free recycling until January 22, 2021.

Christmas Tree Farms Near Capitola-Soquel: Your 2020 Guide

Despite the pandemic, it may still be possible to safely find your ideal Christmas tree this year in the Capitola-Soquel area.

Weekend Fun: Find A Pumpkin Patch Near Capitola-Soquel

Looking for a Capitola-Soquel-area pumpkin patch before Halloween? Check out the Patch list.

Best Capitola-Soquel-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

Pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions Capitola-Soquel-area pumpkin patches have to offer.

Sweet Tooth? Visit Capitola's Inaugural Holiday Cookie Walk

Cookie Walk participants can fill up a souvenir cookie basket for $20 on Saturday or Sunday.

Thanksgiving, Black Friday Hours For Capitola Mall

If you're a traditional Black Friday shopper, check out the Capitola Mall hours.

Reserve a Thanksgiving Feast from New Leaf Community Markets

Delicious meals for any diet now available -- easy ordering online or in-person

Top 5 Things To Do In Santa Cruz County For Labor Day 2019

Take advantage of an extra day off this Labor Day to experience the best of Santa Cruz County.

Holiday Sides: Brussels Sprouts, those Little Balls of Goodness!

Try these delicious recipes from your neighborhood New Leaf Community Markets.

Halloween Sex-Offender Safety Map: Capitola, Soquel 2018

Find out where the registered sex offenders are living in Capitola and Soquel before the kids go out trick or treating.

Spirit Halloween Store Opening Soon In Santa Cruz County

The popular Halloween store has returned for the season. Find out how you can save on your costume purchase.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.

Free Rides Home Offered To New Year's Revelers In Capitola

Now in its 27th year, the program through the local police department is for Capitola residents.

Dazzling Christmas Concert Line-Up At Twin Lakes Church, Aptos

Among performers at the upcoming, free events are two-time Grammy-winning cellist Jonah Kim and "American Idol" finalist James Durbin.

Holiday Happenings In Capitola- Soquel 2017

Your hometown event guide to seaside ice skating, lighted boat parades, holiday lights train, Nutcrackers & surfing Santa!

Holiday Happenings In Capitola- Soquel 2017

Your hometown event guide to seaside ice skating, lighted boat parades, holiday lights train, Nutcrackers & surfing Santa!

Breakfasts with Santa & Holiday Teas 2017

Treat the kids and create memories! And don't forget .... make your reservations soon as these events book up quickly.

Capitola-Soquel Halloween Sex-Offender Safety Map 2017

See where the offenders in your area live to make sure your kids are trick-or-treating in safe neighborhoods.

Halloween Happenings Nearby 2017

'Tis the ghostly season! Find the sweet and spookiness coming up nearby.

July 4th Fireworks, Parades, Events 2017 In Capitola & Nearby

There are events aplenty! Here is a town-by-town guide to Independence Day in Santa Cruz County!

Easter Egg Hunts, Bunny Brunches & More 2017 Events in Capitola, Soquel, Nearby

Don't delay on firming up plans as some activities need reservations and fill up quickly!

Looking to Give or Volunteer This Holiday Season?

There are worthy organizations in need of volunteers and contributions, and fundraisers underway for Bay Area residents struck by tragedies.

Halloween Freebie: 'Scary Face Pancakes' For Kids At Capitola IHOP!

No trick, just a sweet treat! The deal is Monday, Oct. 31. See details, and Happy Halloween!

Hitting The Road This July 4th Weekend? You Definitely Won't Be Alone!

A whopping 3.9 million travelers statewide are expected to drive to holiday destinations.

Easter Prep: How to Make Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs

Are you planning for Easter, Capitola-Soquel? We have an egg-cellent tip just in time for your celebration.

Easter Brunch, Anyone? We Have Your Cocktails Covered

How does a "White Rabbit" sound? A "Strawberry Fields"? Or an "Orange-Raspberry Bellini"?

Forget Chocolates! Give Your Sweetheart Mushrooms This Valentine's Day

Huh? Yes, says Stanford scientist. Fungi will enhance the romance.

Pinot Noir Pozole Chili: A Sure-Fire Super Bowl Party Pleaser

This recipe combines wine, chiles, corn for a tasty stew. Good for rainy days, too!

Free Rides New Year's Eve From Capitola Police

Capitola Police will give anyone living in Capitola, Live Oak, Soquel or Sea Cliff a free ride home from 9 p.m. - 3 a.m. Call 475-4244.

'Beautiful Phenomenon' to Appear Christmas Morning Over Capitola-Soquel: Astronomer

"This rare event won't happen again until 2034," NASA says. "... So make sure to look up to the skies on Christmas Day."

Weekly Snow Report for Capitola and Soquel Residents Headed to Tahoe

Check road conditions and gas prices before you head out of town in search of snow. Send us your snow photos!

Holiday Party Cocktail: How to Make a Crystal Cosmopolitan

This winter libation will be the star of your next holiday gathering.

Turkey Talk-Line Can Help Capitola Soquel Cooks This Thanksgiving

For more than 30 years, Butterball has been fielding tens of thousands of questions each holiday season.

New Leaf's Smart Giving Program for Food Book Underway

One pound of nutritious Smart Chicken® will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank by New Leaf for every 10 pounds sold in November

Capitola Halloween Parade is One Week Away

Do you have your costumes ready? Here are the details so you can plan ahead.

First Day of Fall Arrives

Following weeks of blazing temperatures that fueled brutal fires across the state, Californians are looking forward to the change of season.

Labor Day Travel Expected to Increase Slightly in the Golden State

About 4 million travelers are expected to get away this holiday weekend. The top destinations include San Diego and San Francisco.

Best 4th of July Recipes: Burgers, Barbecued Ribs, Berry Trifle

We also have the recipe for good old American Potato Salad. Whip up these treats and dig in!

Fourth of July Travel to Break Records in California

More than 4.8 million Californians are expected to hit the roads this Independence Day weekend, traveling 50 miles or more from home.