Monday November 29, 2010

Today in History
Square dance day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=242

Play and Grow Smart-er Tips
Nancy Pyne-Hapke, author of ‘Play and Grow Smart, A Guide Supporting Brain Development, Birth through Five,’ has been giving tips to aid your child’s optimum skill development through proactive neuroscience-based activities every Monday.  These ideas come from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books.
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENTAL SKILL DEFINITION: bonding, building relationships, appreciating differences, self-esteem, self-expression, responsibility, self-reliance, resourcefulness.
THE CRITICAL WINDOW during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL: STRESS RESPONSE development is birth to about 3 years.  The more opportunity children have for positive social-emotional experiences during this critical period, the more efficiently their brains will work over the long run.
More SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL: STRESS RESPONSE tidbits:
— STAY WITH Toddler when someone new is around.  Encourage strangers to approach slowly.  Introduce the stranger by name, and let your child explore someone new in the safety of your presence.
— KEEP DANGEROUS OBJECTS out of your child’s reach and safe ones within it – this minimizes your running around saying ‘NO’ every time he touches something that could harm him.
— SINCE THERE IS emotional security in routines, develop and keep rituals and daily routines, like singing softly while putting her down for a nap, and a bath followed by a book or other quiet activity at bedtime.
— NEAR 3 YEARS, if he throws a doll at his sister because he wants to play with her game, Toddler needs to know why he shouldn’t throw it –  he is learning to be ‘civilized.’  He also needs to know he can’t have what he wants all the time. Say, “Please don’t throw the doll.  It could hurt someone.  You could use blocks to make a house for the doll.  Later you can play the game when your sister finishes.”
Next week – ‘SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL: EMPATHY, ENVY’ Pt. 1
Any ?s – email msmarm@roadrunner.com

$10 for $20 Worth of Harry Potter and Twilight Merchandise at Whimsic Alley
Got a Harry Potter- or Twilight-obsessed kid? Then Whimsic Alley is your one-stop holiday shop. Find wizard sweaters and robes, wands, feather quills, and witch and wizard hats, plus Twilight-themed tees, tote bags, and much more at the headquarters for the world’s largest selections of both Harry Potter and Twilight branded merchandise. With Whimsic Alley, you can get all your kids’ holiday shopping done like magic!
www.familyfinds.com/jenslist

Part-time Bookkeeper/Financial Admin sought in Burbank
Must have excellent references. Work will be conducted on site for busy home office running multiple businesses. Pay is hourly and dependent on experience. A 1099 will be issued. Seeking a reliable candidate looking for a long term situation.  Please send an email describing your experience, qualification availability & wage range and/or a resume to support at redhawkmediagroup.com.

Nature Made vitaminID.com, makers of customized daily vitamin packs, have launched an exciting new sponsoring with the Floating Doctors
The Floating Doctors mission is to bring personalized health where it is needed most in the world. Dr. Benjamin LaBrot and the crew of the Southern Wind are bringing their personalized medicine to four major ports in Honduras from October 2010 through the end of the year. Floating Doctors has a unique approach of employing cutting-edge technology, traditional medicine and altruism to promote better health, and the improvement of health care delivery worldwide. To learn more and follow the many adventures of the trip, people can visit http://www.vitaminid.com/webapp/. Dr. Ben and his crew are posting videos, pictures and blogs and encourage everyone to learn more and help if they can.
http://www.vitaminID.com

SmartyPants All-in-One Gummy Vitamins
Created by local parents who wanted a great tasting(My Kids LOVE Them!), high quality vitamin for their kids. Pediatrician-approved SmartyPants combine
* multivitamin
* Omega 3 DHA & EPA
* 100% of vitamin D
Smartypants is lower in sugar (only 5g/serving), uses eco-friendly & organic ingredients, and tastes great. SmartyPants don’t stick to teeth (they are dentist-approved) and contain NO yucky High Fructose Corn Syrup, artificial flavors, or colors. Kids love SmartyPants (Grown-ups too)! Hurry: 50% off on first 50 orders! FREE SHIPPING & 100% Money back guarantee. Coupon Code: JENSLIST50.
http://deals.wearesmartypants.com/

Disabled given a gift of speech
http://www.dailynews.com/ci_16695987

One of the BEST holiday gifts EVER!
Special personalized gifts for grandparents, teachers, or that person that has everything. Originally founded as a company that put clay figures on plates to represent family members or loved ones. However, they have added many other exciting personalized products that have proven to be very popular. These include dry erase boards, photo albums, keepsake boxes, business card holders, signature platters, hair brushes and more! PeoplePlatters are a lot of fun to design and YOU get to design them. Order now and get 10% off – Use code PROM1210(expires 12/31/10).
www.peopleplatters.com

A UCLA Holiday!
Bruin fans can light up their holiday season with officially licensed Blue and Gold mini lights from www.collegehighlites.com. The bulbs and wiring are exact UCLA colors and are for indoor/outdoor use. They’re great for parties, tailgates, dorm rooms, game rooms, holiday cheer, car and boat decorations, gifts and more. Order for the  today at collegehighlites.com. Oh, and if you aren’t a UCLA fan, but want to decorate for Hanukah, these are perfect for that as well. Type in promo code “JENFAN” and receive a 10% discount for being a Jen’s List supporter.

Rising Star Winter Camp
Schedule:
9 – 10:15 – Art & Yoga
10:15 – 10:30 – Break
10:30 – 11:30 – Dance & Improv
1:30 – 12 – Lunch
12 – 1 – Singing, holiday songs & more
1 – 2 – Free play
You choose days – Dec. 20, 22, 23, 27, 29, 30, Jan. 3, 5, 7
9 Days – $360, 6 Days $250, 3 Days $150, 1 Day $55 Siblings 10% disc.
12355 Moorpark St. in Studio City
CALL (818) 267-4839 OR EMAIL risingstarcmtt@sbcglobal.net to enroll. Limited Enrollment
http://www.risingstarcmtt.org

Check out the fabulous jewelry designs by Sheila Fajl at a private sale benefiting Heschel West
Tuesday, November 30th from 8am to 5pm
ONE DAY ONLY, just in time for those last minute gifts for all the girls on your list! Her amazing creations have been worn by the hottest stars in Hollywood including Eva Longoria and Taylor Swift. Check out her amazing jewelry online at www.sheilafajl.com and come shop for a great cause!
30497 Canwood Street, Ste. 104 in Agoura Hills
818.889.0126

BAY LAUREL ELEMENTARY HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH  from 8:00AM-4:00PM
Everyone is welcome! Come shop and support your local school! Here’s a little peak at some of the Vendors who will be at the Boutique this year: Linda’s Latkes (just in time for Hanukkah so you don’t have to cook them!), Blush Boutique (your favorite local clothing store), Paige Premium Denim Jeans (at wholesale prices), Lil Monster Kids Boutique (another favorite local store), Tough Cookies (fashionable kid’s clothing store), Kiki Bean and Bedhead Pajamas (also selling Esme pajamas too), Jill Lauren (trendy thermals, tops, etc), Dino Apparel (yogawear), Burgundy Gray (customized stationary and notepads), Label Daddy (customized stickers and labels), Bistro Blends (Balsamic Vinegars to die for), Cookies for a Koz and  Simply Put Gourmet Chocolate Dipped Pretzels and other sweet treat companies, Tempt (high end costume jewelry), Debora B (gold and diamond jewelry designs), Purseonality (handbags), Raffia (home and gift items), Wilbur’s Toys and Divas and Dudes (two of your favorite kid’s toys/accessories stores .and many more. They have 30 Vendors this year! Bring your shopping list, and don’t forget about Teacher Gifts!
 

Join Peeler Bootcamp in support of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles!
For the second year in a row, Peeler Bootcamp will be supporting Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. On Friday, December 10th, Brian and his bootcampers will be visiting CHLA to donate blood and drop off toys and gift cards. You can help and try out Peeler Bootcamp at the same time! Between now and December 9th, in exchange for a gift card to Target, Toys R Us or iTunes with a value of at least $20, Brian will waive his daily bootcamp fee. Visit www.peelerbuilt.com for class times and locations and click on the following links for more information about donating blood and the toy/gift card needs at CHLA.
For more information on the toys/gift cards needed: http://www.chla.org/site/
For information on giving blood: http://www.chla.org/site/donate

Win $150 Toys R Us Gift Card PLUS Melissa & Doug Wooden Work Bench!
What’s your child’s “must have” toy holiday season? Tell Parents Ask what’s on their wish list and you’ll be entered for the chance to win a $150 Toys”R”Us Gift Card PLUS this awesome wooden work bench by Melissa & Doug from Gumpy Lump!
http://bit.ly/gtGLiy

Bassettbaby Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11048.html

Used Backpacks Needed for the homeless
Old jackets are also welcome. Many people responded last time I posted this and were given drop off locations. If no one is home, please leave on porch. They are needed for December, so please donate them soon. For more info, email karenware05@yahoo.com.

Your child’s art made into note cards w/ envelopes
Imagine sending a thank you, hello or get well card to Grandma or Grandpa….
http://www.jigsawgraphics.com/kids.html

Green your LUNCH BOX and pack lunches FAST!
Go waste-free with EasyLunchboxes! Organize & pack healthy lunches without wasting money, time, paper or plastic! No more plastic baggies and hard to open, mismatched plastic containers. The EasyLunchbox System offers affordable, 3-compartment food containers & colorful cooler bags. No BPA, Vinyl, Phthalates, PVC, or lead. FDA approved. Great for adults & kids. Read our great reviews here: http://bit.ly/5asqGL
http://www.EasyLunchboxes.com

Tweensical – 8 week Musical Theatre Intensive
Designed to teach students the basics of Musical Theater: Singing, Acting, and Dance. Working with a pre-selected group of songs, students have the opportunity to CREATE THEIR OWN STORY through improv, characterization, and movement techniques. At the end of the 8 weeks, students will present their original work, ‘Fourteen Candles’. Come join the fun! Register at www.tweensical.com or email tweensical@gmail.com with any questions!

Christmas Tree Lighting at The Commons
Tuesday, November 30th at 6pm
A children’s holiday show at the community stage with a special appearance by Santa Claus to light the Christmas tree! Visit Santa after the show and don’t forget your donations for Toys.

4799 Commons Way in Calabasas, 91302
http://www.shopcommons.com/calendar-of-events/

6 Lakers v. Sacramento Kings Game tickets for sale
1/28/11 at 7:30 p.m. at Staples Center. Section 107, row 16, seats 7 thru 12. Price is $175 per ticket (face value). Hard to find this many seats together. If interested, please call 818-292-3413 or email todd@novadevelopment.com.

 Not Just Any Old Day…It’s YOUR Special Day®
I just love my Calendar Key necklace! Popular and patented, Not Just Any Old Day…It’s YOUR Special Day® Calendar Keys are available in a new plated collection with four finishes – pewter, bronze, silver, or gold. Their custom Calendar Keys are the perfect gift for birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day, virtually anyone celebrating an important date. For Jen’s List members, Save 20% using this link: http://notjustanyoldday.com/.

The Key To A Peaceful Home With Toddlers
One mom’s awareness: patience, being present, paying attention, laughing, understanding, and just having fun.
http://www.zenfamilyhabits.net/2010/11/the-key

 The IEP Success Kit
Created by Veteran Special Education Advocates So You Can Handle Your Child’s IEP Like A Pro! They created the IEP Success Kit to give you the tools we use every day to successfully advocate for our clients. They not only walk you through the process of how to successfully advocate for your child, but also get and keep you organized. For a limited time receive an additional $5 off the IEP Success Kit by using the coupon code SEAsuccess5 at checkout.
www.SpecialEducationAdvisor.com

J Brand Outlet
$25-$150. NEW STUFF that’s in all of the stores! The store is open from 10am-5pm. They have every color in houlihan cargo from $90-$125 (half off). All the leggings are $70-$85.
1225 E. Washington Blvd. in LA 90021

5 Smoothie Recipes – A Tasty Alternative To Toast
Nice change of pace for breakfast.  Even incorporates cooked oatmeal.
http://www.serenejourney.com/2010/11/5-smoothie-recipes-a-tasty-alternative-to-toast/

Plan your Winter Break Play Dates!
Lollipop Dream is the place to book it! Join them for fun , 90 min. play date filled with dress-up, face-painting, games, crafts! Pizza meal included! $25 a child, 4 kids min and 9 kids max. Special offer runs December 17th -Dec. 31st!
(818) 981-7446
14006 Riverside Drive Suite 122 in Sherman Oaks, 91423
www.lollipop-dream.com

LAST CHANCE TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE $1,500 2010 Window Replacement TAX CREDIT!
John personally helped me replace a window in my home and there are many other satisfited Jens List members too! They were neat, clean, professional and fast! He has some brands offering as much as 60% off retail! Call 818) 406-4423 or email johnbobnes@aim.com for a free quote.

Winter Baseball Camp in Santa Monica for ages 6-13
Session 1, Dec 20-23: $245
Session 2, Dec 27-29: $195
Both Sessions: $420
Get ready for tryouts and sharpen your skills. Fundamentals, skills, drills and intra-squad games. Private lessons available.  
http://westsidebaseballschool.net/

The Israeli Martial Arts Academy
As a following to last Sat successful women’s self defense seminar, they are starting a new class specially designed for women’s focusing on effective Israeli self-defense. First class starts on Dec. 4th. It will be once a week, on Saturdays from 10am-11:30am. Cost is only $56/mo plus 1 time enrollment fee of $24 (includes free t-shirt). Testimonial: “Hezi Sheli teaches very practical techniques for defending yourself in the event of a bad situation. It’s also a great workout!”
http://www.dsjj-usa.com/women.php

15 Tips for Holiday Eating Without Weight Gain
http://amihungry.com/holiday-eating-without-weight-gain.shtml

Love eco? Love fashion & shopping? Have time on your hands?
A social ecommerce platform for conscious consumption. A part-time person/mom – from either business dev./fashion/web/sales is needed to join the team who would be open to an equity arrangement until they close they seed funding in Q1 2011. They need help reaching out to vendors/partners. They are in Brentwood – join a fun, smart team! Email justine@lovingeco.com for more info.
www.lovingeco.com

About poinsettias, gardenias and a recipe for pumpkin pie with chocolate ganache
http://www.greenarrownurseries.com/news/10/47/print.php

Train Ride to Santa at Travel Town
Now through Thursday, December 23rd
http://traveltown.pfestore.com/

A gift for yourself because you’re worth it!
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