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SUMMARY:State of the County 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce for the 2025 State of the County and be part of an exclusive event with Santa Barbara County leadership as they share important updates and insights on the region’s future.  \nWHEN: THURSDAY August 28th\nWHERE: The Ritz-Carlton Bacara/8301 Hollister Ave\, Santa Barbara\, CA\nTIME: 3:00pm-5:30pm\nREGISTER: here! \nFeatured speakers include Second District County Supervisor and Chair Laura Capps\, County Executive Officer Mona Miyasato\, First District Supervisor Roy Lee\, Second District County Supervisor and Chair Laura Capps\, County Executive Officer Mona Miyasato\, and Director of the UC Santa Barbara Economic Forecast Project\, Peter Rupert. Beverages and appetizers will be served. Business casual attire.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/state-of-the-county-2025/
LOCATION:The Ritz-Carlton Bacara\, 8301 Hollister Ave\, Santa Barbara\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:Camden@sbscchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250829T110000
DTSTAMP:20250828T182625Z
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UID:10026188-1756461600-1756465200@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Fusion Academy - Coffee Chat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for coffee at Caffe Luxxe this Friday!\n \nFusion is buying coffee and meeting you in the community to share about our unique school! Learn more about Fusion’s personalized one-to-one teaching and if Fusion is the right fit for your child. \nYou’ll get the scoop on how Fusion customizes curriculums and experiences for each student. Learn about our Homework Cafe\, 1-to-1 classrooms\, art studio\, science lab\, and our professional recording arts studio. \nWHEN: Friday August\, 29th\, 2025\, 10:00-11:00am\nWHERE: Caffe Luxxe\, Montecito Country Mart\, 1028A Coast Village Road Santa Barbara\, CA 93108 \n\n  \n 
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/fusion-academy-coffee-chat/
LOCATION:Caffe Luxxe\, 1028A Coast Village Road\, Santa Barbara\, 93108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T123000
DTSTAMP:20240911T212020Z
CREATED:20240911T212020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T212020Z
UID:10021032-1756548000-1756557000@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Family-to-Family NAMI Santa Barbara
DESCRIPTION:If you have a loved one with a mental health disorder YOU need this course! 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. This class takes place in Santa Barbara in Call the Bilingual Family Advocate\, at 805-450-0846\, or visit namisantabarbara.org\,
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/family-to-family-nami-santa-barbara/2025-08-30/
LOCATION:Mental Wellness Center\, 617 Garden Street\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101
CATEGORIES:Family & Community Groups,Parent Education,youthwell newsletter feature
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI":MAILTO:RWINNER@mentalwellnesscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250902T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250902T193000
DTSTAMP:20250911T185136Z
CREATED:20250819T222230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T185136Z
UID:10026134-1756836000-1756841400@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Grupo de Apoyo para Padres [virtual]
DESCRIPTION:Family Support Group in Spanish: Grupo de apoyo para padres de jóvenes hispanohablantes\, de 10 a 18 años\, que se lleva a cabo semanalmente en persona en Santa Bárbara. \nUn grupo de desarrollo de habilidades para que los padres aborden los desafíos diarios de la crianza de los hijos\, mejoren la comunicación y fortalezcan las relaciones entre padres e hijos. Aprenda a reconocer sus fortalezas\, cómo manejar la crianza de los hijos durante los conflictos y cómo manejar el estrés mientras prioriza su autocuidado. \n\nFECHA/HORA: 1st & 3rd MARTES • 6:00PM-7:30PM • 2x mes • grupo sin cita previa\nUBICACIÓN:  asistir via Zoom\n\n**El enlace de Zoom se le enviará por correo electrónico después de registrarse para el grupo** \nSi tiene preguntas o comentarios\, envíe un correo electrónico GROUPS@youthwell.org o llamar 805.770.1930 ext 103 \n\nFor parents/caregivers of youth ages 10-18\, a support group for Spanish speaking parents of youth\, held weekly in-person in Santa Barbara. \nA skills-building group for caregivers to address the daily challenges of parenting\, improve communication\, and strengthen parent-child relationships. Learn to recognize your strengths\, how to handle parenting during conflict\, and how to manage stress while prioritizing your self-care. \nWHEN: 1st & 3rd TUESDAYS from 6:00-7:30pm\nWHERE: via ZOOM \nREGISTRATION: REQUIRED> [zoom link shared after registration] \n 
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/grupo-de-apoyo-para-padres-2/2025-09-02/
LOCATION:YouthWell\, 610B Anacapa St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clases en español,Family & Community Groups,Parent Education,Support Groups - parents,YouthWell Groups & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="YouthWell":MAILTO:outreach@youthwell.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250902T203000
DTSTAMP:20250826T171049Z
CREATED:20250826T171049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T171049Z
UID:10026185-1756839600-1756845000@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL - Parent Ed Nights
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS for parents\, teens\, and teachers\, and community.\n*Spanish interpretation available* \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED >      \n• PARENT EDUCATION NIGHTS SERIES •\nFREE 1.5-hour virtual education nights designed to help parents/caregivers navigate the everyday challenges of raising children from K-12th. Each session explores a topic\, offers practical tools and strategies\, and creates space to learn from other parents. \nWHEN: TUESDAY September 2nd\nTIME: 7:00pm-8:30pm \nAdvocacy: Partnering with Schools for Your Child’s Success\n Learn how to advocate for your child’s learning and emotional needs. We’ll cover how to communicate effectively with teachers and navigate supports like IEPs\, 504 plans\, and mental health accommodations.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/virtual-parent-ed-nights-10/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops, Trainings, Speakers
ORGANIZER;CN="YouthWell":MAILTO:outreach@youthwell.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T193000
DTSTAMP:20241218T184017Z
CREATED:20240711T235307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T184017Z
UID:10022457-1756922400-1756927800@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Transgender/Non-Binary Parent & Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This support group is for parents and caregivers of transgender\, non-binary\, and gender nonconforming children and adults. Extended family (grandparents\, aunts and uncles\, adult siblings) are welcome. We will discuss the unique challenges that we\, as families of trans\, non-binary\, and gender non-conforming children/adult children\, face\, as well as our successes and joys. If you are new to the group\, please contact us first at info@sbtan.org or Kathy@sbtan.org so we can make sure our group is the right fit for you. \nMeets the FIRST WEDNESDAY of each month from 6:00-7:30pm VIRTUALLY.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/transgender-non-binary-parent-caregiver-support-group-2/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:LGBTQ+ Support,Support Groups - parents
ORGANIZER;CN="SBTAN":MAILTO:megan@sbtan.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T203000
DTSTAMP:20250819T183951Z
CREATED:20250701T194648Z
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UID:10025828-1756927800-1756931400@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:FREE Youth Support Group - Is there a cure for OCD? Do I have to do ERP forever?
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety Experts is inviting young people (16+) to their FREE nationwide online support group. It is a safe place for young adults with OCD to connect and talk about real-life challenges like mental compulsions\, shame\, and much more. It’s moderated by an experienced ERP therapist\, and it’s all about fostering support without judgment. Whether you or your loved one is new to treatment or looking for a community that really gets it\, this group is for them. \nTOPIC: Is there a cure for OCD? Do I have to do ERP forever? \nWHEN: WEDNESDAY September 3rd\nWHERE: Zoom (from the comfort of your own home!)\nTIME: 7:30-8:30pm PST \nFind more information and consent to join the Zoom call here: JOIN THE CALL
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/free-youth-support-group-is-there-a-cure-for-ocd-do-i-have-to-do-erp-forever/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Support Groups - youth [10-18],Support Groups - youth [18-25]
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anxiety Experts":MAILTO:info@andreakulberg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250904T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250904T163000
DTSTAMP:20250911T183838Z
CREATED:20250407T222658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T183838Z
UID:10026144-1756999800-1757003400@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:TeachWell - Teacher Support Group [virtual]
DESCRIPTION:Peer support group for teachers and staff of tweens & teens to connect\, share challenges\, and learn strategies for building trusting relationships with students and get support. Registration is required >> \nWe know that students learn best in relationship\, and we also know that as they hit the teen years\, they begin to pull away from family in favor of peers. They still need adult role models in their lives\, so how can we as educators build trust with them and create connections that will enhance their learning environment? Join us to explore how to capitalize on the attributes of the adolescent brain to create trusting relationships. \n\nTwice monthly [1st & 3rd Thursdays] VIRTUAL\nPARTICIPANTS: teachers in Santa Barbara County are invited to attend\nLANGUAGE: this is an English speaking group\n\nGroups are FREE. Donations are encouraged and appreciated. \nLOCATION: **zoom link will be emailed to you after you register for the group**
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/teachwell-teacher-support-group-hybrid-2-2/2025-09-04/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Support Groups - teachers,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers,YouthWell Groups & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="YouthWell":MAILTO:outreach@youthwell.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T170000
DTSTAMP:20250730T004421Z
CREATED:20250730T004421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T004421Z
UID:10025995-1757170800-1757178000@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Voces Que Sanan Community Theater Performance
DESCRIPTION:🎭✨ You’re invited to a very special event in Lompoc! ✨🎭 \nVoces Que Sanan warmly invites you to join us for the presentation of results from our community theater pilot project. This will be a powerful space for healing and collective storytelling\, where Latina women will share their journeys through theater and participatory photography. \n🗓️ Saturday\, September 6\, 2025\n⏰ 3:00 – 5:00 PM\n📍 100 E Locust Ave.\, Lompoc\, CA \nThis event is for individuals and organizations dedicated to emotional wellness\, social justice\, community arts\, and working with Latinx communities. 🌈❤️ \n🔗 Register by scanning the QR code or emailing info@vocesquesanan.org\n🎟️ Free admission – Limited spots available. \nYour presence is a meaningful way to support healing\, creativity\, and community transformation. 💜
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/voces-que-sanan-community-theater-performance/
LOCATION:Lompoc Veterans Memorial Building\, 100 E Locust Avenue\, Lompoc\, 93436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clases en español,Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Voces Que Sanan":MAILTO:info@vocesquesanan.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T110000
DTSTAMP:20250806T143624Z
CREATED:20250806T143624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T143624Z
UID:10025999-1757412000-1757415600@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Breaking the Silence: Talking Mental Health with Your Kids and Teens - Free Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Minding Your Mind\n\nIn partnership with Minding Your Mind\, this webinar offers a powerful combination of clinical expertise and lived experience to help adults better understand youth mental health. A licensed therapist and a young adult speaker will share real-life insights into how anxiety\, depression\, trauma\, self-harm\, and suicidal thoughts often show up in kids and teens. You’ll learn how to recognize early warning signs\, respond with empathy\, and start honest\, stigma-free conversations that build trust. Grounded in trauma-informed care\, this session offers practical tools to support emotional regulation\, coping\, and connection—at home\, in school\, and beyond.\n\n\nAll registrants will receive a recording! All live attendees will receive a certificate of attendance! \nOperation Parent is a nonprofit whose mission is to love and support parents by providing real-world information\, connection\, and hope.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/breaking-the-silence-talking-mental-health-with-your-kids-and-teens-free-webinar/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Parent Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Operation Parent":MAILTO:info@operationparent.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T200000
DTSTAMP:20250909T193442Z
CREATED:20250909T193442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T193442Z
UID:10026195-1757527200-1757534400@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:World Suicide Prevention Day - Mental Health & Wellness Faire
DESCRIPTION:HopeNet of Carpinteria\, a grass-roots suicide prevention organization\, invites you to two events on World Suicide Prevention Day to provide information\, resources\, and mental health support to the community. \nMental Wellness Faire (6:00-7:00PM) – Will bring together 14 organizations who work with children\, youth\, parents\, or seniors to share resources and speak to staff members about their services \nAnnual Candlelight Vigil (7:00-8:00PM) – We honor and remember those who have died by suicide\, survivors\, and those affected by suicide through speakers\, candles\, and a moment of silence. \n\nWHEN: Wednesday\, September 10th from 6:00-8:00PM \nWHERE: Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center\, 865 Linden Ave.\, Carpinteria
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/world-suicide-prevention-day-mental-health-wellness-faire/
LOCATION:Lynda Fairly CarpinteriaArts Center\, 865 Linden Avenue\, Carpinteria\, 93013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="HopeNet of Carpinteria":MAILTO:Hopenetofcarp@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T133000
DTSTAMP:20250729T200037Z
CREATED:20250729T200037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T200037Z
UID:10025994-1757592000-1757597400@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Back to School Blues Webinar
DESCRIPTION:BrightLife Kids is holding a back to school blues webinar for kids starting a new grade or a whole new school. School can bring more than just stress—it can bring sadness\, low energy\, and feeling stuck. In this webinar\, we’ll explore gentle ways to support kids through tough school days\, friendship struggles\, and big feelings about the world around them \nWHEN: THURSDAY September 11th\nREGISTRATION: ZOOM/Sign up for webinar registration here!\nTIME: 12:00pm
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/back-to-school-blues-webinar/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T190000
DTSTAMP:20250703T165412Z
CREATED:20250703T165215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T165412Z
UID:10025823-1757611800-1757617200@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Career Café - Westmont
DESCRIPTION:Join Westmont’s Career Café\, a signature early fall networking event that brings employers and students together for meaningful conversations in a relaxed setting. \nA powerful opportunity to… \n\nElevate your brand on campus and build name recognition with students across all class years and majors\nPromote your current job\, internship\, and volunteer opportunities to a motivated and curious student audience\nIdentify top talent early and begin building a strong pipeline of candidates for future roles\nEngage in authentic conversations that go beyond resumes and job descriptions\nSupport student career readiness while gaining fresh perspectives from the next generation of professionals\nBuild relationships with faculty and Career Resource Center staff who can help amplify your reach on campus\n\nThis is more than a fair – it’s a conversation. Whether you’re hiring now or looking to stay connected for future opportunities\, Career Café is the ideal setting to cultivate meaningful connections. \nWHEN: WEDNESDAY September 11th\nWHERE: Westmont College/955 La Paz Road\, Santa Barbara\nTIME: 5:30-7:00pm\nREGISTER: Dinner is provided & space is limited – REGISTER today
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/career-cafe-westmont/
LOCATION:Westmont College\, 955 La Paz Rd\, Santa Barbara\, 93108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250912T123000
DTSTAMP:20250909T203643Z
CREATED:20250909T201450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T203643Z
UID:10026196-1757674800-1757680200@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Parent Education Event - Understanding the Anxious Generation
DESCRIPTION:Fusion Academy welcomes you to our hybrid interactive workshop where we will unpack how smartphones and social media are impacting mental health\, the difference between a “play-based” vs. “phone-based” childhood\, and give you practical\, age-appropriate strategies to help your child. \n\nWHEN: Friday\, September 12 from 11:00AM – 12:30PM \nWHERE: In-person at Fusion Academy Palos Verdes\, 550 Deep Valley Drive\, Suite 250\, Rolling Hills Estates\, CA 90274 or attend VIRTUALLY\nREGISTRATION:\n\nTo attend in-person\, RSVP at the bottom of the EVENT PAGE\nTo attend virtually\, fill out this FORM
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/parent-education-event-understanding-the-anxious-generation/
LOCATION:Fusion Academy Palos Verdes\, 550 Deep Valley Drive\, Suite 250\, Rolling Hills Estates\, 90274\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Parent Education,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T140000
DTSTAMP:20250701T155305Z
CREATED:20250701T155305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T155305Z
UID:10025446-1757754000-1757772000@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Training - ZOOM
DESCRIPTION:Join our FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid training on SEPTEMBER 13 to learn how to recognize the signs of a mental health or substance use challenge in youth\, and how to respond with confidence and care. \n**Registration closes August 20th** \nDETAILS:  \n• Saturday\, September 13 | 9am–2pm | On Zoom \n• 6.5 hours (blended format: 2-hour self-paced + 4.5-hour Zoom) \nBoth Mental Health First Aid & QPR training empower teens\, parents\, educators\, first responders\, and other caring adults with tools and strategies to create a safe and caring community. The #1 protective factor in youth mental health is a trusted adult. You can be that trusted adult who is trained with skills and knowledge about what to do and what to say. Both trainings also educate on available resources in Santa Barbara County. \nCONTACT MHTraining@YouthWell.org for information or fill out our INQUIRY FORM. PRINT RACK CARD > \n\n–CLASS DESCRIPTIONS– \n\nLEARN MORE ABOUT QPR & MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID & VIEW A FULL SCHEDULE >>\nWe provide both in-person and virtual trainings in Santa Barbara County\nZoom links are provided after you register for the training.\n–\nYOUTH Mental Health First Aid [MHFA] is a FREE 6.5 hour certification course that teaches community members (18+) how to help someone who may be developing a mental health challenge or coping with a worsening mental health challenge or substance abuse disorder. Participants learn how to recognize\, understand and respond appropriately to signs of mental health challenges of varying intensity\, as well as substance use disorders. (3 year certification) REGISTER MHFA >\n–\nQPR [Question\, Persuade\, and Refer ] is a FREE 2 hour suicide prevention training for participants to learn about community resources in Santa Barbara County and be able to recognize the warning signs of suicide – and question\, persuade\, and refer people to services who are at risk. (2 year certification) REGISTER >
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/free-youth-mental-health-first-aid-training-zoom-2/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:QPR & Mental health first aid,youthwell newsletter feature
ORGANIZER;CN="YouthWell":MAILTO:outreach@youthwell.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T230000
DTSTAMP:20250819T185006Z
CREATED:20250819T185006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T185006Z
UID:10026119-1757786400-1757804400@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Paris Nights Gala - United Boys & Girls Club
DESCRIPTION:United Boys and Girls Club of Santa Barbara County is holding a Paris Rally4Kids Gala & After Party. During the gala\, there will be an elegant dinner\, live auction with one-of-a-kind experiences\, and inspiring stories from the youth you’re helping. During the after party\, there will be live music and dancing until late\, signature cocktails and late-night bites\, and a celebration you’ll be talking about all year.  \nWHEN: SATURDAY September 13th\nWHERE: Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club/3300 Via Real\, Carpinteria\, CA 93013\nTIME: 6:00pm \nEvery ticket you purchase and every bid you place fuels academic programs\, mentorship\, and safe spaces for the kids who need us most. \nSeats are limited – secure your spot now for the Gala & After Party before they’re gone. \nReserve your gala and after party seat here!
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/paris-nights-gala-united-boys-girls-club/
LOCATION:Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club\, 3300 Via Real\, Carpinteria\, CA\, 93013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250915T203000
DTSTAMP:20250909T180612Z
CREATED:20250909T175236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T180612Z
UID:10026190-1757962800-1757968200@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Annual Membership Meeting - PFLAG Santa Barbara
DESCRIPTION:PFLAG Santa Barbara invites you to their Annual Membership Meeting where we will celebrate being part of something bigger and make plans for the coming year. There is always time for discussion\, sharing\, and support. \n\nWHEN: 7:00-8:30PM on Monday\, September 15th\nWHERE: ZOOM [link provided after registration]\nREGISTRATION: Pre-registration required by emailing pflagsantabarbara@gmail.com
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/virtual-annual-membership-meeting-pflag-santa-barbara/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:LGBTQ+ Support
ORGANIZER;CN="PFlag":MAILTO:pflagsantabarbara@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250915T203000
DTSTAMP:20250909T190411Z
CREATED:20250909T190411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T190411Z
UID:10026191-1757962800-1757968200@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:PFLAG Monthly Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come to a VIRTUAL meeting hosted by PFLAG for education\, sharing\, and support! \n\nWHEN: 7:00-8:30PM every 3rd Monday of the Month\nWHERE: ZOOM [link provided after registration]\nREGISTRATION: Pre-registration required EACH MONTH [must be done before 6PM on the day of the meeting]\n\nREGISTERATION LINK\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/pflag-monthly-support-meeting/2025-09-15/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:LGBTQ+ Support
ORGANIZER;CN="PFlag":MAILTO:pflagsantabarbara@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250916T163000
DTSTAMP:20250826T181412Z
CREATED:20250826T181412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T181412Z
UID:10026173-1758024000-1758040200@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:12th Annual School Wellness Summit
DESCRIPTION:Administrators\, teachers\, school health officials\, child nutrition staff\, school board members\, parents and health and wellness community partners are invited to the 12th Annual School Wellness Summit. \nWHEN: TUESDAY September 16 from 12:00-4:30pm\nWHERE: Hotel Corque/400 Alisal Road\, Solvang\, CA 93463\nTIME: 12:00pm-4:30pm (lunch included)\nREGISTRATION: HERE >\nCOST: $75\nHOST: Santa Barbara County School Wellness \nJoin school wellness experts and gain valuable knowledge\, tools\, and resources to help transform schools into centers of health and wellness. The annual School Wellness Summit continues to keep student health and wellness in the forefront of high-level conversations about student achievement\, as well as focus on Whole School\, Whole Community\, Whole Child\, and shine a light on workplace wellness and employee well-being. \nThe School Wellness Summit brings together school communities to collaborate and engage in professional learning that focus on improving the health and wellness of the entire school community\, especially students\, and to support them in their journey to academic achievement and leading healthy and productive lives.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/12th-annual-school-wellness-summit/
LOCATION:Hotel Corque\, 400 Alisal Rd\, Solvang\, 93463\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T203000
DTSTAMP:20250701T195941Z
CREATED:20250701T194547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T195941Z
UID:10025829-1758137400-1758141000@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:FREE Youth Support Group - Sexual and Aggressive Obsessions
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety Experts is inviting young people (16+) to their FREE nationwide online support group. It is a safe place for young adults with OCD to connect and talk about real-life challenges like mental compulsions\, shame\, and much more. It’s moderated by an experienced ERP therapist\, and it’s all about fostering support without judgment. Whether you or your loved one is new to treatment or looking for a community that really gets it\, this group is for them. \nTOPIC: How do I know that I’m not a creep? Sexual and aggressive obsessions. \nWHEN: WEDNESDAY September 17th\nWHERE: Zoom (from the comfort of your own home!)\nTIME: 7:30-8:30pm PST \nFind more information and consent to join the Zoom call here: JOIN THE CALL
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/free-youth-support-group-sexual-and-aggressive-obsessions/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Support Groups - youth [10-18],Support Groups - youth [18-25]
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anxiety Experts":MAILTO:info@andreakulberg.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250919T130000
DTSTAMP:20250819T184901Z
CREATED:20250819T184901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T184901Z
UID:10026117-1758279600-1758286800@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:CE Event Webinar "Lighting the Way"
DESCRIPTION:Lightfully Behavioral Health is excited to invite you to their upcoming CE Event webinar “Lighting the Way: Interventions for Teens and their families in Navigating Teen Suicide Risk” with Dr. Nicole Siegried. \nWHEN: FRIDAY September 19th\nWHERE: Live Interactive Webinar/Register here!\nTIME: 11:00am-1:00pm \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe the Suicidal Mind\nDemonstrate use of the teen and family safety and stabilization plan\nExplain interventions from the suciide intervention toolbox\n\n*Receive 2 CE Credit Hours at this event \n 
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/ce-event-webinar-lighting-the-way/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250919T190000
DTSTAMP:20250918T180433Z
CREATED:20250918T180433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T180433Z
UID:10026208-1758304800-1758308400@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:FREE 18+ Hypnosis Workshop - Santa Maria
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Friday for Healing with HOPE: Calm in the Center of the Storm\, a FREE\, 18+ beginner-friendly hypnotherapy workshop with certified hypnotherapist Gila Zak. She’ll gently guide you through simple techniques to help you relax\, clear your mind\, and feel grounded — even when life feels a little chaotic. \n\nWHEN: Friday\, September 19th at 6:00pm (doors open at 5:30pm)\nWHERE: Santa Maria Civic Theatre\, 1660 N McClelland St\, Santa Maria\, CA 93454\nREGISTRATION: REQUIRED>>
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/free-18-hypnosis-workshop-santa-maria/
LOCATION:santa maria civic theatre\, 1660 N McClelland St\, santa maria\, 93454\, United States
CATEGORIES:LGBTQ+ Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T103000
DTSTAMP:20250911T023952Z
CREATED:20250911T023952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T023952Z
UID:10026199-1758357000-1758364200@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:FREE QPR+ Suicide Prevention Training – ZOOM
DESCRIPTION:Join our FREE QPR Suicide Prevention training on SEPTEMBER 20 to learn how to recognize the signs of a mental health or substance use challenge in youth\, and how to respond with confidence and care. \nDETAILS: \n• Saturday\, September 20 | 8:30am–10:30am | On Zoom \nBoth Mental Health First Aid & QPR training empower teens\, parents\, educators\, first responders\, and other caring adults with tools and strategies to create a safe and caring community. The #1 protective factor in youth mental health is a trusted adult. You can be that trusted adult who is trained with skills and knowledge about what to do and what to say. Both trainings also educate on available resources in Santa Barbara County. \nCONTACT MHTraining@YouthWell.org for information or fill out our INQUIRY FORM. PRINT RACK CARD > \n\n–CLASS DESCRIPTIONS– \n\nLEARN MORE ABOUT QPR & MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID & VIEW A FULL SCHEDULE >>\nWe provide both in-person and virtual trainings in Santa Barbara County\nZoom links are provided after you register for the training.\n–\nYOUTH Mental Health First Aid [MHFA] is a FREE 6.5 hour certification course that teaches community members (18+) how to help someone who may be developing a mental health challenge or coping with a worsening mental health challenge or substance abuse disorder. Participants learn how to recognize\, understand and respond appropriately to signs of mental health challenges of varying intensity\, as well as substance use disorders. (3 year certification) REGISTER MHFA >\n–\nQPR [Question\, Persuade\, and Refer ] is a FREE 2 hour suicide prevention training for participants to learn about community resources in Santa Barbara County and be able to recognize the warning signs of suicide – and question\, persuade\, and refer people to services who are at risk. (2 year certification) REGISTER >
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/free-qpr-suicide-prevention-training-zoom/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
ORGANIZER;CN="YouthWell":MAILTO:outreach@youthwell.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T123000
DTSTAMP:20250918T181120Z
CREATED:20250918T181120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T181120Z
UID:10026209-1758358800-1758371400@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Building confidence in children ages 6-14 [VIRTUAL-ZOOM]
DESCRIPTION:Support your child ages 6-14 in facing fears and building confidence! Learn practical strategies to help children manage anxiety and thrive. \n\nWHEN: Saturday\, 20th from 9:00am-12:30pm\nWHERE: Zoom\nREGISTRATION: REQUIRED>>
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/building-confidence-in-children-ages-6-14-virtual-zoom/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20250826T181227Z
CREATED:20250826T181227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T181227Z
UID:10026174-1758362400-1758369600@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:SBPL 10th Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Join the Santa Barbara Public Library and the Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation for a joyful birthday party celebrating 10 years of stories\, learning\, and laughter at the Children’s Library! \nSince opening on September 13\, 2015\, it now welcomes over 39\,000 children each year with free storytimes\, STEM programs\, and thousands of books.\nWHEN: SATURDAY September 20 from 10:00-12:00pm\nWHERE: Santa Barbara Public Library\nRSVP: Please access HERE > \nWe’ll celebrate with family fun and blow out the candles in gratitude for you—honoring the original donors and the next generation of supporters.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/sbpl-10th-birthday/
LOCATION:Santa Barbara Public Library\, 40 E Anapamu St.\, Santa Barbara\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T140000
DTSTAMP:20250918T180758Z
CREATED:20250918T180605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T180758Z
UID:10026210-1758542400-1758549600@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Support Group for loved ones over age 18 [HYBRID] - Santa Maria
DESCRIPTION:For those seeking support who have a loved one over the age of 18. \n\nWHEN: Mondays\, 12pm-2pm\nWHERE: ZOOM/ Transitions Mental-Health Association\, 513 N. G Street\, Lompoc AND 225 E. Inger Drive\, Suite 101A\, Santa Maria\nREGISTRATION: Complete intake and release FORM>> to receive zoom link\n\n  \n—–ESPANOL—– \nPara quienes buscan apoyo y tienen un ser querido mayor de 18 años. \n\nCUÁNDO: Lunes\, 12:00 p. m. a 2:00 p. m.\nDÓNDE: ZOOM/Asociación de Salud Mental Transitions\, 513 N. G Street Lompoc y 225 E. Inger Drive\, Suite 101A\, Santa Maria\nINSCRIPCIÓN: Complete el formulario de admisión y autorización>> para recibir el enlace de Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/support-group-for-loved-ones-over-age-18-hybrid-santa-maria/2025-09-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T181500
DTSTAMP:20250820T000000Z
CREATED:20250819T235432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T000000Z
UID:10021883-1758560400-1758564900@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:TeenWell Support Group [in-person]
DESCRIPTION:Join our support group for incoming 9th-12th graders\, where you’ll learn valuable skills to regulate emotions\, tolerate stress\, and improve relationships. This is a space to talk about and work through life problems and give and get support with peers and leaders who have you back. COMMITMENT: Min 4-weeks [New members may join at any time] \nDATE/TIME: Mondays • 5:00PM-6:15PM • weekly\nLOCATION: Attend in-person at OpenMinds\, 1919 State St.\nREGISTER>   email: intake@openminds.clinic.  call: 805.500.3131 \nIf you miss the first group\, you can still join! \nGroups are free. Donations are encouraged and appreciated. Some insurances accepted. \nIf you have questions or comments\, please email GROUPS@youthwell.org or call 805.770.1930 ext 103 \nHosted by OpenMinds in collaboration with Youthwell.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/teenwell-support-group-in-person-2-2/2025-09-22/
LOCATION:OpenMinds\, 1919 State St.\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups - youth [10-18],YouthWell Groups & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="OpenMinds":MAILTO:intake@openminds.clinic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T090000
DTSTAMP:20250918T150117Z
CREATED:20250918T150117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T150117Z
UID:10026207-1758614400-1758618000@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:FREE ZOOM • Emotion Regulation 101: Science-Backed Skills for Everyday Life
DESCRIPTION:Join Marc Brackett\, Ph.D.\, founder of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of the best-selling book Permission to Feel and the new book\, Dealing with Feelings\, for an insightful and practical session on emotion regulation with The Mental Health Coalition. \nIn this webinar\, Marc will break down what emotion regulation is (and is not) and why it is an essential skill for everyone. \nYou’ll learn how to recognize and respond to emotions in ways that strengthen your wellbeing\, improve your relationships\, and help you navigate daily challenges. \nIn this session\, you’ll discover how to pause\, reflect\, and choose how you respond to even the most difficult emotions. While we can’t always control our environment\, we can manage our reactions. Developing that skill can transform how we show up as parents\, teachers\, managers\, partners\, and friends. \nYou’ll leave with actionable\, science-backed tools you can use every day to better manage your emotions and create a more balanced\, connected\, and intentional life. \n📅 September 23 | 🕚 11:00–12:00 PM ET\n✨ Free to join — register now: https://lnkd.in/ecT6VrKx
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/free-zoom-emotion-regulation-101-science-backed-skills-for-everyday-life/
LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parent Education,Workshops, Trainings, Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T133000
DTSTAMP:20250915T201144Z
CREATED:20250915T201144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T201144Z
UID:10026201-1758715200-1758720600@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Orcutt Academy Suicide Prevention Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION:YouthWell will be at OA High School providing mental health resources for students during lunch.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/orcutt-academy-suicide-prevention-outreach-event/
LOCATION:Orcutt Academy High School\, 910 Pinal Avenue\, Orcutt\, California\, 93455
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T210000
DTSTAMP:20250814T232153Z
CREATED:20250814T231920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T232153Z
UID:10026039-1758738600-1758747600@youthwell.org
SUMMARY:Family-to-Family NAMISB - 8wk Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:NAMI Family-to-Family is a FREE 8-session educational program offered by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Santa Barbara. It’s designed for family members\, significant others\, and friends of individuals with mental health conditions. The program provides valuable information\, support\, and coping strategies for those supporting a loved one with a mental health condition. \nWHEN: WEDNESDAYS\, 6:30-9:00pm\nWHERE: Mental Wellness Center\, 617 Garden Street Santa Barbara\, CA 93101\nCONTACT: Casey Conneely\, <cconneely@mentalwellnesscenter.org>\, 805.325.5580 \nResearch shows the program improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of participants.\nThe program is offered at no cost and in a safe\, confidential setting.\nNAMI-trained family members who have personal experience with mental illness lead the program.
URL:https://youthwell.org/event/family-to-family-namisb/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Mental Wellness Center\, 617 Garden Street\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101
CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Parent Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Wellness Center":MAILTO:rpgarcia@mentalwellnesscenter.org
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