Welcome to Indy Parenting, a one-stop information source for Santa Barbara families.
Here you’ll find personal stories about the magic and madness of raising children, advice from local experts on a wide range of kid-related topics, and spotlights of supportive businesses and services.
This hub will also feature our annual issues that focus on young people, starting with our Summer Camp Guide, and an event calendar that highlights age-appropriate happenings around town.
To offer feedback and ideas, email indyparenting@independent.com. Grandparents are encouraged to follow along, too.
Bringing up the next generation is an all-day, every-day adventure, and Indy Parenting will be there for you every step of the way.
2025 After-School Activities Guide
Choose activities in arts, education/STEM, sports, and general from the After-School Online Activities Guide.
Featured Stories
The court blocked California’s policy barring school districts from requiring teachers to “out” transgender students to their parents, unless the students gave permission.
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – March 6, 2026 – This Saturday, March 7, 2026, the Santa Barbara community is invited to attend
SANTA BÁRBARA, CA – 5 de marzo de 2026 El Departamento de Policía de Santa Barbara invita a la comunidad a
SANTA BARBARA, CA – March 5, 2026 The Santa Barbara Police Department invites the community to join local first responders and city
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (March 5, 2026) — Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) invited 170 eighth grade students from local junior high schools on
LOMPOC, CA, February 27 – The Lompoc Parks & Recreation Division is pleased to announce that registration for Spring Break
SANTA YNEZ, CA – March 2, 2026 – The Santa Ynez Tribal Health Clinic recently served 35 children, ages 12
In a fraught political moment, young leaders take the mic — and the money — at an awards celebration in Santa Barbara.
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.– Santa Barbara Unified School District is proud to announce that Dos Pueblos High School (DPHS) has been named
After disagreeing over implementation, school boardmembers vote to add extra period for electives at all four schools in the 2027-28 School Year
Santa Barbara Sheriff’s detectives warn parents about social media risks.
New executive director Jacqueline McDonough explains the need for more families and funding challenges for the organization, which provides homes for infants and toddlers in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.
Sponsored Stories
First 5 Santa Barbara County Strengthens Home Visiting Services
The program promotes healthy pregnancies, increases parenting skills and confidence, and is a vital pillar of a family’s support system.
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Montessori Center School Now Offers Spanish Immersion Program
The new curriculum fosters global awareness, linguistic adaptability, and deep cultural appreciation.
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The Learningden Preschool Teaches and Nurtures the Whole Child
Their curated outdoor space is complimented by a STEAM Lab, art room, and kids’ kitchen.
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Find an array of fun and interesting events such as book events, health and wellness, fairs, festivals, fun, and more geared towards children of all ages and their families.
You can also find these events by going to the S.B. Independent’s online calendar by highlighting “Children and/or Family.” Submit your event to our free calendar here.
Annual Issues
Find the perfect way to spend the summer from water and outdoor adventures to learning, creating, performing, and more!
Summer has been waiting all year to welcome you back to creativity, learning, movement, the water, the outdoors, friendship, and more!
Let the S.B. Independent’s 2023 After-School Activities Guide help you find the ideal after-school activity for your child.
The perfect summer experience from the arts and sports, outdoor fun and sleeping away, to special needs and spiritual camps, await your kids.
Announcements
Back-to-school season is in full swing, and California Poison Control System (CPCS) is offering safety tips to help parents ensure their children
Friendship: The Heartbeat of Global Peace, the theme of 2025 Young Artists and Authors Showcase, brought out the best in
Conectando a las familias con recursos para el cuidado infantil, la educación y el apoyo a la crianza.
Connecting families with resources for childcare, education, and parenting support.
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