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 After-School Activity 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.
2024 Summer Camp Guide
Summer has been waiting all year to welcome you back to creativity, learning, movement, the water, the outdoors, friendship, and more!
Featured Stories
Ideas for making the most of a Santa Barbara staycation with kids.
Great food, fun adventures, and only one meltdown.
A new book from the longtime Santa Barbara practitioner offers children important lessons in self-regulation.
Students are given many opportunities to uplift their communities.
How to navigate your family’s entrée into the Santa Barbara school system.
Harding University Partnership School’s outdoor play areas will be accessible after school until sundown, while La Cumbre Junior High will be open on Saturdays.
Growing up with a Chinese refugee mother and a white father, first-time author Elisa Stad didn’t have any books that reflected her own “mixed” experience.
Santa Barbara’s beloved 75-year-old preschool’s annual rummage sale returns on February 10.
Host Tyler Hayden chats with Sarah Powers, co-host of “The Mom Hour” podcast.
Free classes that support kids and caregivers feature singing, dancing, and other early literacy games.
Three pediatric occupational therapists practicing in Santa Barbara explain how they can help your child.
My Life: Memories of love and motherhood on the trail.
Sponsored Stories
Cottage Children’s Medical Center Provides Top-Quality Care Close to Home
Central Coast families don’t need to travel far for the specialty services that they need.
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My Gym Santa Barbara Makes Moving Fun
The non-competitive gymnastic program for ages 3 months to 12 years helps with motor skills, cognitive development, and independence.
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In Mission to Support Families, Santa Barbara Foundation Offers Child Care Scholarships
The program aimed at working parents is available for all age groups, from infants to school-age children.
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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
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.
Our annual guide looks at happenings and trends in the world of Santa Barbara education.
Announcements
Dos Pueblos High School student Eamon Gordon has been honored with the Congressional App Challenge Award 2023 by Congressman Salud
The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved the selection of Mette Richardson as the incoming Director of Child Support
Lompoc, Calif., November 28, 2023— On November 28, LEAP: Learn. Engage. Advocate. Partner. a prominent child care service provider, is thrilled
SACRAMENTO, Calif.— Just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday, California State Parks, in partnership with First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom and
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