"Readers are Leaders:" 2nd Annual Family Literacy Festival - Santa Barbara Unified
2026-03-07 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Barbara Public Library, 40 E Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, 93101, United States
We are inviting all students (PK-12th grade) and their families to a FREE fun-filled day at the library dedicated to celebrating literacy, family, and our wonderful community. Come enjoy a variety of engaging activities, including visits from book authors, arts and crafts, family activities, and access to valuable literacy resources

WHEN: Saturday, March 7th from 10:00am-2:00pm
WHERE: Santa Barbara Public Library, 40 E. Anapamu St., Santa Barbara
COST: $0

This event is a collaborative effort to support “Every child, every chance, every day.”

Compartiendo Esperanza
2026-03-09 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-03-23 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Mental Wellness Center, 617 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
Un grupo para personas que tienen seres queridos adultos que viven con un trastorno de salud mental. Regístrese para nuestro grupo de apoyo en Santa Barbara. Venga a nuestro grupo a compartir su historia con otras familias. Para registrarse llame al (805)-325-5580.

VIRTUAL EVENT: Getting Organized for SSI and IHSS Records - Alpha Resource Center
2026-03-10 09:30 - 11:30 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Join us as we discuss tips on keeping your SSI and IHSS documents organized! Hosted by the Family Empowerment Center! This event is virtual and will be held over Zoom.

WHEN: Tuesday, March 10th from 9:30am-11:30am
WHERE: Virtual on ZOOM (meeting ID: 832 7768 9421)
COST: $0
CONTACT: Email gherrera@alphasb.org or call 805-452-8789

Organización de Registros de SSI y IHS - Alpha Resource Center
2026-03-11 09:30 - 11:30 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
¡ÚNASE A NOSOTROS PARA HABLAR SOBRE CONSEJOS PARA MANTENER ORGANIZADOS SUS DOCUMENTOS DE SSI Y IHSS!

WHEN: Miércoles, 11 de Marzo 9:30am-11:30am
WHERE: Únase a la reunión a través de zoom (Identificación de la junta: 844 5500 7745)
COST: $0
CONTACT: gherrera@alphasb.org or 805-452-8789

Nature Group Therapy for Youth
2026-03-11 16:00 - 17:00 | nature therapy
An 8-week supportive after-school group, to de-stress, build resiliency, and deepen one’s relationship with peers and nature. A non-performance based group, for your child to get to grow their understanding of themselves, gain new perspectives, and appreciate the positive impact they have on all beings around them.
This seasonal group has one spot available for Winter 2026.

WHO: Youth ages 10-12, all genders
WHEN: WEDNESDAYS from 4:00-5:00pm [Jan 21-Mar 11]
WHERE: Location shared upon sign up
COST: $50/session, $400 total

Nature Group Therapy for Girls - 8 wk program
2026-03-12 15:30 - 16:30 | nature therapy
The female nervous system is primed for connection. This group allows girls to explore their strength and power for camaraderie and support, both with each other and with the earth. This after school group provides a space to process, de-compress, explore, and connect with what ever is coming up for each group member. In addition, getting to honor the unique needs of each season and what we can learn from mother earth’s cyclical nature.
Participants will also learn about our need for oxytocin, the hormone that helps regulates estrogen and our menstrual cycles. Female bodies make up 75%-80% of humans with autoimmune diseases, and there has been recent research that shows it is link to a lack of support in our hormonal production. We will explore this concept in an age appropriate manner, that will empower your child for puberty. Your child will get the opportunity to lead, speak-up, disagree, and learn important self-advocacy skills as they help shape the group and our experience together. This will allow them to practice expressing their emotions in a full and healthy way, allowing them to live an empowered life that doesn’t result in making themselves small.
I have 2 spots available in this group. Nature location shared upon sign-up.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions, I look forward to connecting!

WHO: Girls ages 9-12
WHEN: Weekly from January-March 2026 [exact day/time TBD]
WHERE: Location shared upon signup
COST: $50 per session, $400 total – Sliding Scale Available
CONTACT: Jenny Ziesenhenne, <therapywithjennyz@gmail.com>, 805.696.2266

TBRI Caregiver Package Training
2026-03-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-20 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-27 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Virtual, CA, United States
Join Pathway Family Services for Truth Relational Intervention Caregiver package training. TBRI is a powerful evidence based trauma intervention. This comprehensive training will go in depth to the three principles of TBRI: empowering, connecting, and correcting.
Gain valuable insight into brain development, proven techniques for healing children of trauma while exploring and addressing our own attachment styles.

Join us for 8 weekly online sessions
April 25th – June 13th, 2025
Register here! [Exact days and times can be selected after registration!]

Call 877-550-KIDS with any questions!

FREE YOUTH LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP - Visión y Compromiso
2026-03-14 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-21 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-28 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-04 09:00 - 15:00 | 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, United States
The Promotores Institute in collaboration with the Network of Promotoras Central Coast Region are providing a free 8-week training that will help youth (ages 16-22) to enhance skills as community leaders interested in working toward a safer, healthier, and more equitable future.

WHEN: Saturdays, February 14th to April 11th from 9:00am-3:00pm
WHERE: 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Suite 203, Santa Barbara
REGISTRATION: Register here >>
COST: $0
CONTACT: email andreabarahona@visionycompromiso.org or call 213-522-9147

Through this training you will:

Identify and enhance your strengths and leadership skills
Learn how to develop advocacy skills and create change
Understand the power of media, outreach, and policy
Create your own community project plan

By attending all sessions, you will receive certification as a community promoter/promotora.

AHA! Littlest Little Farm | Junior High
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-21 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-28 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:30 | Montecito Union School, 385 San Ysidro Rd, Santa Barbara, 93108, United States
LLF participants learn and practice regenerative agriculture skills. They work hard and have fun as part of a team, getting hands in the soil and communicating with plants, animals (goats, chickens, and a tortoise!), insects, and each other.
The LLF is offered in 4-5 week cycles. The following cycle dates are for Junior High School Students.

Cycle 1: FEB 22, MAR 1, 8, 15, 22
Cycle 2: MAY 10, 17, 24, 31

WHEN: Saturday
WHERE: Montecito Union School – 385 San Ysidro Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
TIME: 10:00AM – 12:30PM
INTERESTED?
Step 1: Apply at tinyurl.com/AHAspring2025
Step 2: Attend Enrollment Meeting
WHEN: January 7th or 21st
TIME: 5:30 – 6:30PM
WHERE: AHA! office – 923 Olive St., Suite 5, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
Please contact Sarah to RSVP

Step 3: Attend mandatory orientation
WHEN: February 1st
TIME: 10:00AM – 12PM
WHERE: Parish Hall – 1535 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
QUESTIONS?
Sarah Block | LLF Enrollment Coordinator | 805-455-3456 sarah@ahasb.org

Family to Family Class
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-21 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-28 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:30 | Mental Wellness Center, 617 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
Family to Family is a FREE 8 session education program for family members of adults living with a mental health disorder.
It will help them understand and support their loved one while maintaining their own wellbeing. Please call the Family Advocate at (805)-325-5580 to register or email familyadovcate@mentalwellnesscenter.org

Spring Book Club - Every Child Supported
2026-03-18 19:00 - 20:30
Every Child Supported: Family Systems Support and Child Development Consulting is hosting a Spring Book Club with their selection of “How to Talk so Little Kids Will Listen: A Survival Guide to Life with Children Ages 2-7” by Joanna Faber and Julie King. This book club is for parents of young children (ages 0-10), early childhood and elementary educators, and caregivers seeking calmer days and strong connection.

WHEN: Wednesday, March 18th from 7:00pm-8:30pm
WHERE: IN-PERSON [address shared after registration]
REGISTRATION: RSVP here >>
COST: $0

What to expect:

Supportive discussion
Community and connection
Practical take-home tools
Real-life examples
Snacks!

SBCEO - FREE Children's Resource Fair
2026-03-22 10:30 - 13:00 | Michael Towbes Library Plaza (Central), 40 E Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, United States
Do you have a child between 0-12 years old? Join Santa Barbara Public Library for this special event co-sponsored by Santa Barbara County Education Office to learn what our community has to offer. Meet with staff from organizations that provide free educational enrichment, childcare, summer programs, tutoring, and more!

WHEN: Sunday, March 22nd from 10:30am-1:00pm
WHERE: Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu
COST: $0
CONTACT: email youthservices@SantaBarbaraCA.gov or call 805-962-7653

Discover library programs and services for the whole family! This free event is an excellent opportunity for families to connect with community groups that support children’s learning while engaging in fun, family-friendly activities.

Friday Night Frisbee at West Beach - SB Youth Ultimate
2026-03-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-10 18:00 - 20:00 | West Beach
Start your weekends this spring with Friday Night Frisbee! We welcome all 10-14 year old boys & girls that are enrolled in grades 6-8 to sign up for 8 weeks of frisbee fun! No experience is necessary. This is more than just a league, it’s a community event. We’ll have a free “Frisbee Fun Zone” with games set up for siblings, parents and onlookers to enjoy.

WHEN: Fridays (starting March 27th to May 15th) from 6:00pm-8:00pm
WHERE: West Beach
REGISTRATION: RSVP required >>
COST: $200 **financial assistance available
CONTACT: Email friday-night-frisbee-admins@sbyu.ultimatecentral.com

Friday Night Frisbee starts on Friday March 27th from 6-8pm at West Beach and continues until May 15th.

FREE Musical Learning with Lanny Series - Mosaic Therapy Collective
2026-04-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Grace Fisher’s Inclusive Clubshouse, United States
Join Mosaic Therapy Collective for this FREE musical learning program. Join award-winning children’s musician with over 25 years of experience writing and performing music for kids. This program is free thanks to the support of the Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation.

WHEN: 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month from 11:00am-12:00pm
WHERE: Grace Fisher’s Inclusive Clubhouse, 121 S Hope Ave, Unit F118
COST: $0
CONTACT: Email admin@mosaictherapycollective.com or call 805-617-1115
