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Lindamood-Bell Learning Center

Lindamood-Bell is an internationally recognized leader in the research and development of programs for learning difficulties. Their Learning Centers specialize in one-to-one instruction based on the individual's learning needs; through diagnostic evaluation, specific strengths and weaknesses can be identified and remediated. Lindamood-Bell also collaborates with hundreds of schools to provide innovative instructional programs, professional development, and consulting.

 

Lindamood-Bell has received national recognition from CNN, Newsweek, Time, US News and World Report and the neuroscience journal Neuron, along with being featured on the PBS special The Secret Life of the Brain. More information on Lindamood-Bell is available online.

Business First Bank

Join the many local businesses that "b-switched" to Business First Bank of Santa Barbara for its welcoming, savvy and responsive attention and its "where and when you want it" convenience with free online banking and free courier service to and from your business.

We advise solutions for everything from business cash management to commercial financing, as well as personal money management and consumer loans for you, your family and your employees.


La Cumbre Plaza

One of Santa Barbara's largest shopping malls is La Cumbre Plaza, located on the 3800 block of upper State Street. Serving shoppers since 1967, it includes two department stores, Robinsons-May and Sears, Vons Grocery, and more than 60 shops, restaurants, services and great parking. There is also a weekly Farmers Market.

City of SB Parks & Recreation

Visit this City site for complete information on affordable recreation classes for youth, teens and adults;
  • after-school programs and sports leagues; art, dance and more
  • sports clinics & leagues; T-Ball, Basketball, Baseball, Flag Football, Soccer, Girls Softball, Tennis, Skate Clinic  
  • tennis and swim lessons;
  • winter and spring break camps; summer camps, aqua camp,
  • junior lifeguards
  • local park information including Skater's Point, public tennis courts and swimming pools; indoor and outdoor facility and park rentals and more.
  • Summer Concerts in the Park.
  • Twelve35 Teen Center located at 1235 Chapala.
  • Birthday Parties: Host a ceramics party for your child's birthday at the Chase Palm Park Crafts Center. 897-1982
  • Santa Barbara (805) 882-1235.  The Parks & Recreation Activity Guide is available online. Easy online registration. www.sbparksandrecreation.com or 805-564-5418.

Laguna Blanca School

Founded in 1933, Laguna Blanca is an independent, co-educational, college preparatory day school for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12. Laguna offers an innovative program that enriches the lives of students through a balance of outstanding academics, the arts, athletics, and a community that celebrates the dignity and worth of each individual. On beautiful campuses within a safe, nurturing environment, devoted faculty and staff draw out a passion for learning. Small classes and strong, enduring student/faculty relationships allow teachers to know the essence of each student. TUITION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE.

 

2 Summer Programs:
CAMP:  Arts at Laguna! Daily workshops in art, music, dance, and theater. Afternoon trips to the beach, weekly musical revue for family & friends 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Lunch, snack and t-shirt provided. After-care available. Payment due in full at time of registration. 805.687.2461 Register online (ages 5-12)

Summer Program:  Creative and challenging courses for students in Grades K-12, from one day workshops to six-week sessions. Both campuses are abuzz with writers publishing their first books, young scientists exploring what lies beneath the waves, and budding photographers building their portfolios. Click here for more information and a complete list of classes. Online registration available. (Ages 5-18)

Learningden Preschool

The Learningden Preschool opened in SB in January 2006. We focus on the whole child and kindergarten readiness. The program involves the 7 Foundation Learning Areas: thinking, communicating, sense of self/others, social living and learning, understanding cultures and understanding environments. 

Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center

Located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, Paseo Nuevo is the premier shopping destination for locals and tourists. Visitors can stroll the sun-drenched promenade and the winding paseos surrounded by over 70 exclusive local and national shops and restaurants.

 

A unique feature of this outdoor center is the Arts Complex which includes the Contemporary Arts Forum and Center Stage Theater.

Anchored by Nordstrom and Macy's, Paseo Nuevo includes such premier destinations as Sephora, bebe, California Pizza Kitchen, Aveda, lululemon athletica, Ben & Jerry's, Abercrombie & Fitch, Pascucci, Aldo Shoes and Cache.

Community Environmental Council

The CEC is a 39-year-old environmental non-profit focused on promoting energy conservation and efficiency, renewable energy and sustainable transportation. By working from the grassroots level up to state policy level, our goal is to end our region's dependency on fossil fuels in one generation.

KidzArt

KidzArt is a creative arts enrichment program that introduces students to the fascinating world of contemporary and fine art. Through fun interactive exercises, personal encouragement and proven instructional methods, student energies are channeled into brain storming, problem solving, and practical application. Educational Foundation Drawing on the proven techniques and professional know-how of recognized artists and educators, KidzArt offers a kid-tested fine arts curriculum that is evolving, age appropriate and never repeated. Our dynamic classes, workshops and camps grow with our students year after year. Each of our fun and exciting programs meets or exceeds the National Standards for Arts Education.  With KidzArt...creativity takes flight and opportunity soars!

 

Hope 4 Kids Preschool

Hope 4 Kids is a quality, licensed infant/toddler care and preschool serving Santa Barbara and surrounding communities. We are a faith-based, nature-centered, quality program partnering with your family to help your child reach his or her full potential in relationships, kindergarten, the community, and life.

 

We are open year-round from 7:30am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday. Centrally located off La Cumbre Road, we offer 2, 3, 4, and 5-day schedules with full- or part-time options available. Affordable Drop In care is also available. A wonderful six-week Kindergarten Readiness Camp is offered to our community in July as children prepare to enter school. Contact us for details!


We have caring, highly-qualified, experienced staff focused on the individual needs of each child and family. To learn more about this amazing program, schedule a tour, or receive a free brochure and Enrollment Application, call us today at (805) 682-2300, or email admin@hope4kidspreschool.org. You may also download an Enrollment Application and learn more about our program by visiting us on-line.

 

Ruby & Rochon, Pediatric Dentists

Drs. Ruby and Rochon are children's oral health specialists.With over 22 years of SB experience, our office is now home to SB's only female pediatric dentist and dental anesthesiologist. Both doctors work with their team to provide children's care in a fun, positive, educational manner. Visits welcome. Contact 963.4404 or 15 E. Arrellaga St., Suite 4 or Santa Ynez - 1090 Edison St.

Color Me Mine

 

Color Me Mine is the world's leading Paint-It-Yourself Ceramics studio. Have fun selecting from hundreds ceramic pieces and get creative using our Design Center which features 22,000 images and over sixty colors to paint with! Our talented staff will help you create your very own masterpiece. It's so easy anyone can do it!

Color Me Mine is great for Birthday Parties, Showers, Handprints, Fundraisers, Scouting, School Programs and more. Everyone's an artist at Color Me Mine.

We do parties To Go! Ask us about bringing the fun to you!  Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center (819-A State Street)

Massage Envy Spa

Begin the journey to complete wellness with Massage Envy Spa

 

Restore some much-needed balance to your life with a professional massage or customized facial from Massage Envy Spa. A massage relaxes muscles, easing and soothing your aches and pains. It rejuvenates-- restoring balance to our body and being, making us better for all the things life throws our way. Massage Envy SPA offers many different types of massage to choose from: Swedish massage for overall body relaxation. Deep tissue massage to loosen those stubborn knots that keep your muscles tied up and tense. Sports massage to stretch marathon runners and weekend warriors alike. Pre-Natal massage for soon-to-be moms, and Reflexology for you new parents who forget to take care of yourselves. Massage Envy SPA now offers European facials. Enhance your skin care with four different Murad facials; acne, anti-aging, sensitive skin and vitamin C.

 

Our therapists and estheticians are here weeknights and weekends, so you can enjoy your treatment when it's most convenient for you even when the little ones are tucked in for the night.  2 Locations: SB and Goleta

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