YouthWell

Summer Drop-In Program for Kids - City of Lompoc Recreation
2026-12-28 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-29 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-30 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-31 12:00 - 17:00, 2027-01-01 12:00 - 17:00, 2027-01-04 12:00 - 17:00, 2027-01-05 12:00 - 17:00, 2027-01-06 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 2 more dates | Anderson Recreation Center, 125 W Walnut Ave, Lompoc, 93436, United States
Keep your kids active and having fun all summer long with the City of Lompoc’s Summer Drop-In Program for ages 6–12. Enjoy outdoor and gym activities, arts and crafts, weekly bookmobile visits, trips to the Lompoc Aquatic Center, and free lunch provided by the Lompoc Unified School District.

WHEN: Monday-Friday from 12:15pm-5:15pm, June 15th-August 7th
WHERE: Anderson Recreation Center, 125 W. Walnut Ave, Lompoc
RSVP: Register here >>
COST: $35 per week per child
CONTACT: Call 805-875-8100 or email recreation@ci.lompoc.ca.us

Flag Football - Lompoc Community Track and Field
2026-12-28 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-12-30 17:30 - 19:30, 2027-01-04 17:30 - 19:30, 2027-01-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Lompoc High School, 515 W College Ave, Lompoc, 93436, United States
Join Lompoc Community Track & Field for Flag Football this summer. Open to youth ages 11 to 18, participants will build skills, stay active, develop teamwork, and have fun in a positive community environment. Participants should bring athletic wear, cleats, and water.

WHEN: Practices are Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30pm-7:30pm, June-August
WHERE: 515 W. College Avenue, Lompoc
REGISTER: Register here >>
COST: $0

Library Storytimes! - LVCHO
2026-12-29 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-12-30 10:30 - 11:30, 2027-01-04 10:30 - 11:30, 2027-01-05 10:30 - 11:30, 2027-01-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Lompoc Public Library, 501 E. North Ave, Lompoc, 93436, United States
Join Lompoc Library and Village Library this summer for storytime three days a week. Including both family and baby-oriented storytime sessions!
Lompoc Library

WHEN: Mondays at 10:30am (Baby Storytime ages 0-2), Tuesdays at 10:30am (Family Storytime ages 0-5)
WHERE: Lompoc Public Library, 501 E North Ave
CONTACT: Call 805-875-8775

Village Library

WHEN: Wednesdays at 10:30am (Family Storytime ages 0-5)
WHERE: Village Library, 3755 Constellation Rd

VIRTUAL Support Group for Parents of Teens - Evolve
2026-12-30 17:30 - 18:30 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Evolve offers free weekly virtual support groups for parents and caregivers of teens. This group provides a safe, welcoming space to connect with other parents, share resources, and talk openly about the challenges of supporting a teen while balancing work, family responsibilities, and self-care. Participants receive practical guidance and emotional support from others who understand the realities of teen mental health and behavioral challenges. You are not alone. This group is designed to help parents feel heard, supported, and connected to others who truly get it.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or unsure where to turn, this parent support group is here for you. It is made up of parents walking a similar path and navigating many of the same struggles.

WHEN: Every Wednesday from 10:00am-11:00am
WHERE: Virtual on ZOOM (link provided after registration)
REGISTRATION: **required REGISTER NOW >>
COST: $0
CONTACT: Call 1-855-890-2493

About Evolve Treatment Centers
provides evidence-based treatment for teens ages 12 to 17 facing mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our full continuum of care, exclusively for adolescents, includes outpatient psychiatry and therapy, Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and Residential Treatment Centers (RTC).
*How to Attend*
To join, please complete the registration form on our website. After reviewing your registration, our team will email you a consent form via DocuSign. Once the form is signed, you will receive access details for the Zoom group.

Alateen/Alanon Support Group- Santa Barbara High School
2026-12-31 10:23 - 11:00, 2027-01-07 10:23 - 11:00 | Santa Barbara High School, 700 E Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103, United States
For teens affected by someone’s drinking or addiction. 3 available dates and locations: Sundays at Friendship Center, Thursdays at SB High School, and Fridays at DP High School. Alateen is for young people from 12 through 18. Alateen, part of the Al-Anon Family Groups, is a fellowship of young people whose lives have been affected by alcoholism in a family member or friend. We help one another by sharing our experience, strength, and hope. ALATEEN CHAT… Chat live with other teens in any of the scheduled meetings! Young people aged 13 to 18 who have been affected by someone else’s drinking are invited to share experience, strength, and hope with other teens.
WHEN: Thursdays, 10:23am
WHERE: Santa Barbara High School, 700 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
QUESTIONS: Contact Nancy Palmer at 972.898.8133 or https://alanonsantabarbara.org/

FamilyTools+ Parent Support Group — Free Weekly Drop-In (Hybrid)
2026-12-31 12:00 - 13:30 | Wake Center, SBCC, 300 N. Turnpike, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111, United States
FamilyTools+ Parent Support Group Free weekly drop-in for neurodivergent parent support in Santa Barbara
For parents and caregivers of children ages 5–18 with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, Tourette syndrome, or other neurodivergent profiles in Santa Barbara County.
Parenting a uniquely-wired kid is rewarding and genuinely hard. FamilyTools+ is a free neurodivergent parent support group in Santa Barbara where caregivers come together weekly to share real strategies, get support, and actually breathe for 90 minutes.
Each session addresses the day-to-day realities of raising neurodivergent youth: emotional regulation at home, time management, building productive relationships with teachers and schools, and ensuring your own well-being doesn’t get lost in the shuffle.
No curriculum, no commitment, just an honest, welcoming space with other parents who get it.
Every Thursday | 12:00–1:30 PM In-Person: SBCC Wake Center, 300 N. Turnpike, Room 15 — Santa Barbara Virtual: Zoom link provided after you register Free to attend
Register and find up-to-date details on our [Support Groups page →]
Questions? Email groups@youthwell.org or call 805.770.1930 ext. 103
Want to learn more?
About Your Facilitator
Kara Rocque is a California credentialed teacher, ADHD+ and executive function coach, and mom of three teens. After seven years teaching in Goleta, her own children’s experiences reshaped her focus, leading her to specialize in supporting neurodivergent learners and their families.
A few terms worth knowing: ADHD+ ADHD rarely travels alone; anxiety, learning challenges, and OCD often come with it. EF (Executive Functions) life skills like planning, time management, and emotional regulation. 2e (Twice Exceptional) gifted with challenges.
Kara helps students and families find connection, routines, and communication strategies that actually work. You aren’t alone in your ADHD+ journey.
Want to learn more?
Stronger Together: Parent, Provider & Education Series
Free virtual workshops for parents, providers, and educators focused on neurodiversity-affirming tools and practices for home and classroom. Designed for anyone supporting neurodivergent youth ages 5–25.
Spanish interpretation available · $5 suggested fee · Zoom link provided after registration
[Register for Stronger Together →] · Questions? groups@youthwell.org or 805.770.1239

Neurodiversity Social Group for Adults - Mosaic Collective
2026-12-31 15:00 - 16:00 | Mosaic Therapy Collective, 533 E Micheltorena St., Santa Barbara, United States
Mosaic Therapy Collective is hosting a weekly low-key social space for diverse identifying adults seeking social connection. All communication styles are valid and you are invited to seek connection without pressure. You can expect casual and relaxed vibes, quiet activities, and no pressure to socialize. Feel free to bring your favorite snack and share. Soft drinks will be provided. Come as you are and stay as you need!

WHEN: Weekly on Thursdays (starting May 14th) at 3:00pm
WHERE: Mosaic Therapy Collective, 533 East Micheltorena St. #103, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Directions – Parking lot is behind the building. Down the stairs or elevator, 2nd door on the right. Make your way to Room 4.

CONTACT: Call 805-617-1115

Alateen/Alanon Support Group
2027-01-01 10:00, 2027-01-08 10:00 | IN-PERSON/YouthWell, 610B Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
For teens affected by someone’s drinking or addiction. Alateen, part of the Al-Anon Family Groups, is a fellowship of young people whose lives have been affected by alcoholism in a family member or friend. Young people aged 12 to 18 who have been affected by someone else’s drinking are invited to share experience, strength, and hope with other teens. Please join us.
WHEN: Fridays, 10:00 – 11am
WHO: Young people from 12 through 18
WHERE: YouthWell – 610 Anacapa Street, Suite B, Santa Barbara
QUESTIONS: Contact Nancy Palmer at 972.898.8133 or https://alanonsantabarbara.org/

Family Garden Exploration Series
2027-01-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Franklin Elementary School, 1111 E. Mason St., Santa Barbara, 93103
Join Santa Barbara Public Library and Explore Ecology for this hands-on, family gardening class in Franklin Elementary School’s culinary garden. This program teaches gardening and garden vocabulary in a fun and interactive way. Each session is designed for parents, caregivers, and children to participate and learn together.
This program is best for children 5 years old and up, but younger siblings are welcome. Meet at the entrance to Franklin garden on Soledad Street. Participation is limited to 20 children accompanied by their adults.

WHEN: Fridays June 26th-July 24th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
WHERE: Franklin Elementary School – 1111 East Mason Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
REGISTRATION: REQUIRED >>
CONTACT: Email <info@sbplibrary.libanswers.com>
Phone: (805) 962-7653

Bilingual Spanish and English speaking staff will be present.

Friday Night Frisbee at West Beach - SB Youth Ultimate
2027-01-01 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 YOUTH LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP - Visión y Compromiso
2027-01-02 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.
