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.
2026 Summer Camp Guide
Choose the perfect way to spend the summer with adventures, learning, performing, creating, and more!
Featured Stories
SANTA BARBARA – For April Autism Acceptance Month, the Koegel Autism Center at the UC Santa Barbara Gevirtz Graduate School
A second-place finish at the State Championships sends the student robotics team to global competition in Houston— if they can raise $50,000 to get there.
SANTA BARBARA, CA — Laguna Blanca Theater proudly presents Legally Blonde The Musical, a fun, high-energy story of self-discovery, ambition, and staying true to yourself on
La Agencia de Agua del Condado de Santa Barbara se complace en anunciar que ya está en marcha la votación
Santa Barbara, Calif. – Santa Barbara Unified is expressing its gratitude for four principals who are departing the District. “We
SANTA BÁRBARA, CA – 13 de abril de 2026 La Biblioteca Pública de Santa Bárbara invita a la comunidad a
Santa Barbara, CA — Laguna Blanca School proudly recognizes its student journalists and advisor Trish McHale for earning one of the nation’s highest
SANTA BARBARA, CA, April 10, 2026 – For Santa Barbara High School student Ofelia Jarabo, dance is more than just
The public is invited to fill out a survey and attend public listening sessions from April 16-May 12 at the junior high schools.
As patients seek answers, experts say the law governing embryos remains unsettled and inconsistent among states.
SANTA YNEZ, CA – April 6, 2026 – The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians’ Environmental Department will host its
Santa Barbara County, CA. April 2026 – Nursing leaders across Santa Barbara County are joining together in honor of Child
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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