YouthWell

AHA! Littlest Little Farm | Junior High
2025-08-16 10:00 - 12:30, 2025-08-23 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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

Music Learning with Lanny
2025-08-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Grace Fisher’s Inclusive Clubshouse, United States
Musical Learning with Lanny! Join this program with an award-winning children’s musician with over 25 years of experience writing and performing for kids.
WHEN: 1st & 3rd SATURDAYS of the month
WHERE: Grace Fisher’s Inclusive Clubshouse
TIME: 11:00-12:00am
This program is FREE thanks to the support of the Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation!

SESLOC Day in the Park
2025-08-17 12:00 - 16:00 | Waller Park, 3107 Orcutt Road, Santa Maria, 93455, United States
Honda Santa Maria is hosting a SESLOC Day in the Park! This is a perfect opportunity to enjoy the fresh air, a sunny day, people, food, and fun in Waller Park.
WHEN: SUNDAY August 17th
WHERE: Waller Park/ 300 Goodwin Rd, Santa Maria
TIME: 12:00-4:00pm
They are seeking clowns, puppet shows, magic acts, dancing, art and crafts displays, antique
vendors, food booths, retail/commercial vendors, amusement and games for the kids, and
sponsors for all the events.

Neighborhood Navigation Center
2025-08-18, 2025-08-20
Neighborhood Navigation Centers (NNCs) serve as a neighborhood-based one-stop shop for services for those experiencing homelessness.
The services provided include case management, food distribution, healthcare, hygiene and showers, mental health support, pet care, and more.
Each NNC site offers services on a different day of the week and at different times of the day, selected based on the needs of the target population.
NNC Sites…

Mondays 11am-2pm
Christ Lutheran Church – 6595 Covington Way, Goleta
Wednesdays 8am-10am
Santa Barbara Rescue Mission – 535 E Yanonali St. SB

Queer Adult Support Group
2025-08-18 08:00 - 17:00
Join Pacific Pride Foundation in their Queer Adult Support Group – support and explore queer/trans identity and mental health.
With MFT trainees: Patric Orr (He/Him) & McKenna Crowley (She/Her)
Supervised by Bren J Fraser/Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
WHO: 18+
WHEN: Dates TBD/6 Weeks/Possibility of extending ONLINE
TIME: 7:30-9:00pm
REGISTER: Email <counseling@pacificpridefoundation.org> or call (805)963-3636
FREE to attend!

Queer Adolescent Support Group
2025-08-18 08:00 - 17:00
Join Pacific Pride Foundation in their Queer Adolescent Support Group – support, learn, and explore queer/trans identity and mental health.
With MFT trainees: Graysen Shalhoob (She/They) & McKenna Crowley (She/Her)
Supervised by Bren J Fraser/Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
WHO: Ages 12-17
WHEN: Dates TBD/6 Weeks/Possibility of extending ONLINE
TIME: 4:00-5:30pm
REGISTER: Email <counseling@pacificpridefoundation.org> or call (805)963-3636
FREE to attend!

ParentConnect Support Group [hybrid] – YouthWell
2025-08-18 12:00 - 13:30 | IN-PERSON/YouthWell, 610B Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Learn skills to effectively and compassionately support your child struggling with any type of mental health challenge while also setting boundaries, supporting siblings, and managing your own self-care.
This is a weekly, hybrid, drop-in support group and is intended for parents or caregivers of youth, ages 12-25. However, if your child is outside of this age range and struggling with a mental health challenge, please don’t hesitate to inquire to attend.
WHEN: Mondays, 12:00-1:30pm
WHERE: HYBRID — Zoom OR In-Person/1528 Chapala St, Suite 203, Santa Barbara
REGISTRATION: REQUIRED >
**zoom link shared after registration**

Support Group for YOUTH of Addicted Family Members
2025-08-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Daniel Bryant Treatment Center, 1111 Garden Street (1st Floor), Santa Barbara, CA, 93102, United States
For Youth Ages 12 – 17.
Conducted in English and Spanish
Why Participate?
1) Learn: Youth will receive education around substance use and the disease of addiction.
2) Feel: Youth will develop positive feelings about themselves and how to cope with problems safely.
3) Connection: Youth will realize they are not alone and learn about different support systems available.
For more information, please contact: Diversion Programs Coordinator, Diana Garcia
Phone: (805)456-1229
Email: dgarcia@cadasb.org

PFLAG Santa Barbara Summer Social
2025-08-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Stevens Park
Join PFLAG Santa Barbara in kicking off Pride Week with their Summer Social at Stevens Park! They are launching their new social committee and celebrating the end of summer with in-person connection and community.
WHEN: MONDAY August 18th
WHERE: Stevens Park/258 Canon Dr, Santa Barbara
TIME: 5:30pm-7:30pm
Interested? RSVP here!

Family Advocate Services in Carpinteria
2025-08-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Carp Connect, 941 Walnut Avenue, Carpinteria, 93103
Carp Connect’s Family Advocate Services Program:
All services are located at the CARP Connect Office: 941 Walnut Avenue on the ground floor of the Carp Veteran’s Building. Register at Carpinteria Health Clinic: 931 Walnut Avenue
Services are walk-in or on demand within the hours of 9:00AM-10:00AM every Tuesday.
For more information, contact 805-884-8440 or 805-262-7795

Parenting Together - Hybrid Support Group
2025-08-19 17:30 - 19:00 | Daniel Bryant Treatment Center, 1111 Garden Street (1st Floor), Santa Barbara, CA, 93102, United States
Weekly group classes are designed to help parents navigate the challenges of raising adolescents.
Participants can join a group at any time and will receive support from the class facilitator and other parents facing similar challenges. Will cover a broad range of parenting topics, including the philosophy of nurturing parenting, teens and alcohol, brain development and substance abuse, discipline, building empathy and self-worth, and positive ways to deal with stress and anger.
Tuesdays in English, offered [hybrid] in person AND on Zoom, from 5:30 – 7:00pm
To enroll or for more information, call (805) 456-1234
Or e-mail: ParentingTogether@cadasb.org

Groupo De Padres - Parent Support Group [virtual]
2025-08-19 18:00 - 19:30 | HYBRID/YouthWell, 1528 Chapala St., Santa Barbara, 93101, United States
Para padres de jovenes de 10 a 18 anos, grupo de apoyo para padres de jóvenes hispanohablantes, que se lleva a cabo semanalmente en persona en Santa Bárbara.
Un 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, mejoren la comunicación y fortalezcan las relaciones entre padres e hijos. Aprenda a reconocer sus fortalezas, cómo manejar el estrés mientras prioriza su autocuidado.
FECHA/HORAS: 1st & 3rd MARTES desde 6:00-7:30pm
UBICACIÓN: asistir vía Zoom
REGISTRARSE: REQUERIDO> [enlace de zoom compartido después del registro]
FACILITADORAS: Florita

For parents/caregivers of youth ages 10-18, a support group for Spanish speaking parents of youth, held weekly in-person in Santa Barbara.
A 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.
WHEN: 1st & 3rd TUESDAYS from 6:00-7:30pm
WHERE: via ZOOM
REGISTRATION: REQUIRED> [zoom link shared after registration]
FACILITATOR: Florita

LiFT - Connect With Your Teen About Values and Making Decisions
2025-08-20 08:00 - 17:00
LiFT (Linking Families and Teens) is a FREE 6-hour program that unites adolescents (ages 13-19) and their parental figure* to share family values, strengthen family ties, and talk about the difficult things – healthy relationships and sexual health.

Connect with other parents and supportive adults within your community
Participants will receive supportive resources and meals!

*You may join the LiFT program with a teenager, grandchild, nephew, niece, or other important teen in your life*
LiFT program Overview Video
Interested? Sign up!
*Start date and times will be shared after sign up*
Programming provided in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties in both ENGLISH and SPANISH

LiFT (Linking Families and Teens) es un programa GRATUITO de 6 horas que une a adolescentes (de 13 a 19 años) y a su figura paterna* para compartir valores familiares, reforzar los lazos familiares y hablar de las cosas difíciles – relaciones sanas y salud sexual.

Conéctate con otros padres y adultos de apoyo dentro de tu comunidad
¡Los participantes recibirán recursos de apoyo y comidas!

*Puedes unirte al programa LiFT con un adolescente, nieto, sobrino, sobrina u otro adolescente importante en tu vida*
La fecha y hora de inicio del programa se confirmarán en el momento de la inscripción
Vídeo general del programa LiFT
¿Interesado? ¡Inscríbase!
*La fecha y el horario de inicio se comunicarán tras la inscripción*
El programa se ofrece en los condados de San Luis Obispo, Santa Bárbara y Ventura, tanto en ESPAÑOL como en INGLÉS.

IN·clued!
2025-08-20 08:00 - 17:00
IN·clued is a fun and informative 3-hour workshop focused on sexual health created specifically for LGBTQ+ youth ages 14-19!

Participants will receive sexual health knowledge and skills to keep themselves safe, as well as tools to advocate for themselves when they see a doctor or visit a health center.
Participants will also receive supportive resources and meals!

WANT TO LEARN MORE?
Click here to watch an IN·clued program overview video
INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING?
Sign Up!
*Start date and times will be shared after sign up*
Programming provided in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and ventura Counties

IN·clued es un taller divertido e informativo de 3 horas centrado en la salud sexual creado específicamente para jóvenes LGBTQ+ de 14 a 19 años!

Los participantes recibirán conocimientos de salud sexual y habilidades para mantenerse a salvo, así como herramientas para abogar por sí mismos cuando ven a un médico o visitan un centro de salud.
Los participantes también recibirán recursos de apoyo y comidas!

¿QUIERES SABER MÁS?
Haz clic aquí para ver un vídeo general del programa IN-clued
¿LE INTERESA PARTICIPAR?
¡Inscríbete!
*La fecha y el horario de inicio se comunicarán tras la inscripción*
Programación ofrecida en los condados de San Luis Obispo, Santa Bárbara y Ventura

Fourth Annual Creek Week Art Contest
2025-08-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Goleta Community Center, 5679 Hollister Ave, Goleta, 93117, United States
Goleta Valley Library is pleased to announce the fourth annual Creek Week Art Contest! In celebration of Creek Week (September 20 – 27) the library has partnered with the City of Goleta’s Parks & Recreation Division and Environmental Services Division to invite our community to submit an original work of art in this year’s theme, “Once Upon a Creek: Bringing the Community Together with Art.”
To be included in the contest, bring your artwork to the Goleta Community Center (5679 Hollister Avenue) during the following days and times and submit it to Sharon Nigh, Library Assistant and Creek Week Art Contest Coordinator:

Wednesday, August 20 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Senior Lounge
Wednesday, August 27 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Senior Lounge
Wednesday, September 3 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Senior Lounge
Saturday, September 6 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in Classroom 2

Please note that artwork cannot be accepted at GVL Express. If you are unable to drop off your submissions during these times, please contact Sharon Nigh at snigh@cityofgoleta.gov.
Artists of all ages and skill levels are welcome to participate in this popular contest.

Sunset at the Canary
2025-08-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Kimpton Canary Hotel, 31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, 93101, United States
Join Pacific Pride Foundation once a month for their Sunset at the Canary – A Celebration of Community, Connection, & 50 years of Pride!
WHEN: Once a month on WEDNESDAYS
WHERE: Rooftop at the Kimpton Canary Hotel/31 W Carrillo St.
TIME: 6:00-8:00pm

Upcoming Sunset at the Canary dates::

July 16th/Rooted in Truth/Live Musical performance
August 20th/Rooted in Joy/Pride Week Kick-Off/House Music!
September 10th/Rooted in Uniqueness/Fasion & Beats showcase

Get ready to elevate your evening at Sunset at the Canary – our monthly rooftop mixer at the Kimpton Canary Hotel with stunning sunset views, great music, and an incredible community vibe!
Sunset at the Canary is a FREE event. It’s your perfect opportunity to mix, mingle, and celebrate alongside friends-old and new-as we toast to 50 years of Pacific Pride Foundation and the powerful, vibrant LGBTQ+ community we’ve built together.
Sip, socialize, and soak in the magic of Santa Barbara as we come together for an evening of pride, unity, and joy. Guests 21+ can enjoy cocktails with ID check-in at security.

FREE Youth Support Group - Why does OCD switch topics?
2025-08-20 19:30 - 20:30 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
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.
TOPIC: Why does OCD switch topics?
WHEN: WEDNESDAY August 20th
WHERE: Zoom (from the comfort of your own home!)
TIME: 7:30-8:30pm PST
Find more information and consent to join the Zoom call here: JOIN THE CALL

Evolve Community Parent Support Group
2025-08-21 10:00 - 11:00 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
About Evolve Treatment: Evolve offers the highest caliber of evidence-based treatment for teens, 12 to 17 years old, who struggle with mental health, substance abuse, and/or behavioral issues. Evolve offers a full continuum of care, including Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Residential Treatment Centers (RTC).
HOW TO ATTEND: If you’re interested in joining, please fill out the registration form. After reviewing your registration we will email you with the consent form via DocuSign. Once this is signed we will grant you access through Zoom.
If you have any questions or would like more information about Evolve’s programs, please contact us at 1-(855)-890-2493.

FamilyTools+ [hybrid] - Parent Support Group
2025-08-21 12:00 - 13:30 | Wake Center, SBCC, 300 N. Turnpike, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111, United States
For parents/caregivers of youth, ages 5-18, with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, Tourette’s, and uniquely-wired brains…
[weekly drop-in] Address the day to day challenges of parenting, ideas for strengthening family connections, and how to prioritize your own self-care and wellness while learning tips from other parents. *Focus on specific needs of parents raising neurodivergent youth: emotional regulation, time management, building relationships with teachers/schools.
Wake Center, room 15.
Visit our Support Group page for any updates, and please register in advance.
We will follow up and provide you with the information needed to participate.
WHEN: Thursdays at 12pm [JULY 10, 17, 24, 31] & [AUG 7, 14, 21, 28]
WHERE: Hybrid– Zoom OR in-person at SBCC Wake Center, 300 N Turnpike

FACILITATOR: Kara Rocque

FamilyTools+ [hybrid] - Parent Support Group
2025-08-21 12:00 - 13:30 | Wake Center, SBCC, 300 N. Turnpike, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111, United States
For parents/caregivers of youth, ages 5-18, with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, Tourette’s, and uniquely-wired brains…
[weekly drop-in] Address the day to day challenges of parenting, ideas for strengthening family connections, and how to prioritize your own self-care and wellness while learning tips from other parents. *Focus on specific needs of parents raising neurodivergent youth: emotional regulation, time management, building relationships with teachers/schools.
Wake Center, room 15.
Visit our Support Group page for any updates, and please register in advance.
We will follow up and provide you with the information needed to participate.
WHEN: Thursdays at 12pm
WHERE: Hybrid– Zoom OR in-person at SBCC Wake Center, 300 N Turnpike

FACILITATOR: Kara Rocque

Proud Fellowship
2025-08-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Shepard Hall, E Chapel St, Santa Maria, 93454, United States
Proud Fellowship is a program created for LGBTQIA+ young adults (ages 16-22) to collaborate in a safe and welcoming environment. Discuss ideas, create art, play games, and more in “Proud Fellowship”. Meetings will occur every FIRST and THIRD Thursday of the month. Registration is required. This program runs approximately 1 hour.
LOCATION: Learning Center/Shepard Hall
TIME: 4:00PM
WHEN: Every 1st and 3rd THURSDAY of the month
For more information, please call the Information Desk at 805-925-09994
This program is sponsored b the Pacific Pride Foundation and will be facilitated by Jenise Trinidad Coates.

Family-to-Family NAMI Santa Maria
2025-08-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Santa Maria
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 is in person in SANTA MARIA AREA Call the Bilingual Family Advocate, at 805-450-0846, visit namisantabarbara.org,

[SBTAN] Trans Adult Support: VIRTUAL
2025-08-21 19:30 - 21:00 | Virtual, CA, United States
The goal of Lisa’s Place is to provide friendship and support to Central Coast trans people through chat circles, activities, outings, and dinners. It’s the only transgender center in Santa Barbara for our transgender, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming communities, as well as our families, friends, and allies. Lisa’s Place welcomes people of all gender expressions and is open to ages 18+. Teens are invited to contact us about getting on our youth group list. We are meeting in person and on Zoom.

7:30 – 9PM on Thursdays ON ZOOM

Lisa’s Place is a safe space. It is both very friendly and very private. Whether you’re out and confident or closeted and shy. Or just simply curious. We will welcome you with open arms and respect. Hours are subject to change as we find what works best for all participants. Check our calendar of events for up-to-date info on groups and meeting times! All sharing in online meetings, including choosing to share your video or audio, is completely optional. REGISTRATION>

Overdose Education & Naloxone Training
2025-08-22 09:00 - 10:15 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Evidence shows that among the most likely to witness an overdose are people who use drugs, care providers, neighbors, and loved ones – none of which are mutually exclusive, and all of which may include you. NJHRC will be hosting monthly virtual Overdose Education & Naloxone training to learn how to identify and respond to an opioid overdose with rescue breaths, naloxone, and radical love. Learn to recognize signs of an opioid overdose, share the basic steps for using naloxone, and learn how to support someone after an overdose with care.
Our program will also cover the nuances surrounding current drug supply trends, with updated information as overdose responses evolve in correlation. By centering the safety and autonomy of both the individual receiving care and the responder, we can produce better outcomes for the community at large. Join us for our next training to learn how to respond to an overdose and keep your community safer.
Attendees in New Jersey can email mailing@njharmreduction.org or call/text 1-877-4NARCAN if they’d like to receive a free naloxone kit and/or other safer use supplies by mail. Conversations on drug policy and drug supply may be centered around New Jersey, but you are welcome in this training no matter your location.
We do ask, however, that if your job involves law enforcement of any sort, you do not attend this training. This space, as all spaces held by NJHRC, is intentionally held to be as safe as possible for honest discussions of drugs, drug policies, and the ever-evolving street drug supply, and the ways they impact our daily lives and wellbeing.
You can register through bit.ly/OENDtraining

Explorers Club: Garden Hour
2025-08-22 10:00 - 11:00
American Indian Health and Services is holding a Garden Hour event where you can join them in the garden every other Friday to help tend to their community garden!
WHEN: EVERY OTHER FRIDAY [July 11, 25 – Aug 8, 22]
WHERE: Contact Joe Quiroga for location details <Jquiroga@aihscorp.org> | (805) 681-7356
TIME: 10:00-11:00am

ILRC Chat Space for teens & young adults
2025-08-22 13:00 - 14:00 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Every Friday! Weekly themes, social connections, interactive activities, and peer support.
It is for anyone with any type of disabilities to gather and talk about various topics pertaining to disability.
FOR MORE INFO OR TO REQUEST ACCOMMODATIONS PLEASE E-MAIL JLESNER@ILRC-TRICO.ORG

TBRI Caregiver Package Training
2025-08-22 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!

Visión y Compromiso 4th Annual Regional Conference
2025-08-23 09:00 - 15:00 | TBD
We’re excited to gather with community leaders, Promotoras, and youth for a day of connection, learning, and celebration.
Please register today and share widely! Each attendee must register—this helps us prepare food and materials with love and intention. 💜
📲 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gqxtqmwj
Exact location provided upon registration
🌟 ¡Inscripciones abiertas para la Conferencia Regional! 🌟
Estamos emocionadxs de reunirnos con líderes comunitarios, Promotoras y jóvenes para un día de conexión, aprendizaje y celebración.
¡Por favor regístrate hoy y comparte ampliamente! Cada persona debe registrarse—esto nos ayuda a preparar la comida y los materiales con cariño e intención. 💜
📲 Regístrate aquí: https://lnkd.in/gqxtqmwj
La dirección exacta se enviará una vez confirmada su inscripción
