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 Summer Camp Guide
Find the perfect way to spend the summer from water and outdoor adventures to learning, creating, performing, and more!
Featured Stories
July 10, 2025 – SANTA BARBARA, Calif. The Santa Barbara Wireless Foundation is pleased to announce the recipient of its
With grades K-1 already cut, only one combination classroom for grades 4-5 remains at the small elementary school, which is set to close after the 2025-26 school year.
It is rough stuff, as a parent, to watch your child undertake an endeavor so intense.
June 23, 2025 – SANTA BARBARA, Calif. When cell towers fail and internet connections go silent, one form of communication
Three fifteen-year-old violinists from the Santa Barbara County – Allison Feinberg, Jane Smylie and Claire Woodruff, will be taking part
The library launched its busy summer of teen activities with a community event on State Street.
Lompoc, CA – Just in Time For Summer, Explore Lompoc is inviting travelers from near and far to celebrate the season
SANTA BARBARA – Santa Barbara MTD held the 11th Annual Youth Art Poster Contest this spring for Grades 1 through 6
Cora Stolper spans the gamut in new album for children.
Pavilion was recently named one of the top three butterfly gardens in the nation.
(Santa Bárbara, California) – Del 9 al 13 de junio de 2025 se celebra la Semana de los Visitantes a
(Santa Barbara, Calif.) – June 9-13, 2025 is Home Visiting Week and First 5 Santa Barbara County, along with the Central
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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
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.
The Independent’s annual nod to our incredible neighbors.
Announcements
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.
Lompoc, Calif., March 17, 2025 —LEAP: Learn. Engage. Advocate. Partner., a prominent nonprofit committed to supporting families across the Central
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