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 features our annual issues that focus on young people 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, CA—Curators and exhibit staff at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History are busy bringing a fondly remembered
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — October 9, 2026 — Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics (SBNC) announced today that its Medical Mobile Unit
LOS OLIVOS, Calif. – Kalyan “Kal” Balaven, Head of School at Dunn School in Los Olivos, has been named to
Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics (SBNC) is proud to present its 1st Annual Health & Wellness Fair: “Building Healthier Families, Together” on Saturday,
Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) is looking for teen volunteers, aged 14-17, to participate in Teens Teach Tech, a hands-on
LEAP celebrates Juan Pimentel’s 20 years of service and his new title as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of LEAP: Learn.
The proposed changes to the early childhood program would increase student-to-teacher ratios, require English-only instruction, and strip away services meant to lift families out of poverty, CommUnify CEO says.
SANTA BARBARA, CA – Mission Scholars is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Johnson as its new Executive Director,
A terrific event for kids and adults is being offered at Neal Taylor Nature Center. On the lawn at the
[Santa Barbara County, CA; September 29, 2026] A cross-sector group of pediatric health leaders and youth-serving nonprofits in Santa Barbara
Four-day festival returns October 22–25 with nationally acclaimed storytellers, free concerts, family activities, workshops, a Story Slam and more! OJAI,
BUELLTON, Calif. — The Santa Ynez Valley Children’s Museum (SYVCM), in partnership with the City of Buellton, is thrilled to
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
SANTA BARBARA – This spring, Santa Barbara MTD held the 12th Annual Youth Art Poster Contest for Grades 1 through 6,
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.
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