GadgetSOS: Your Technology Lifeline, is launching an amazing customer referral program: Refer 3 new customers & get a free hour (value $95) I’ve used them, they offer affordable, dependable, same-day service & are GREAT. Whether at home or at work, if it’s a computer that needs to be replaced or tuned up, they can help. If you’re upgrading your home theater, Smart Phone or anything in the world of electronics, give them a try. Technology is changing so rapidly. It helps to have a knowledgeable & reliable source to help you along the way. And technology can be quite frustrating at times. They are there
Today in History Presidential Joke Day Son and Daughter Day The Beatles begin their last US concert tour. (1966) www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Kids Eat Free this Sat. at QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL Beat the heat and bring the kids in to cool off and enjoy a FREE KIDS MEAL at Qdoba Mexican Grill this Sat., Aug. 11th! They have healthy kid-sized versions of their popular items plus nutritious kids menu choices, so you’ll feel great about getting out of the kitchen. Offer is valid for 2 Free Kids Meals per entrée purchased this Sat. only. No coupon necessary; not valid with any other offer; one offer per person per visit; at these locations only: -Thousand Oaks-265 N. Moorpark Rd. (Janss Marketplace) 805-371-8801 -Westlake Village-3835 East Thousand Oaks Blvd. (next to Trader Joe’s) 805-497-4747 -Simi Valley-2091 Madera Rd. (next to Target) 805-955-0350 For more information, visit www.qdoba.com or https://www.facebook.com/qdobasocal.
Back to School – Healthy Eating Options http://landing.newsinc.com/ktla/video.html?freewheel=91045&sitesection=ktla_hom_non_fro&VID=23768947
Baby Town’s Moving Sale – Everything Must Go! All in store floor models and accessories way below their wholesale cost. Twin and Full beds starting at $99 , dressers starting at $169. 50% off all bedding and accessories. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get what you need for your baby, toddler, and or teen. These are the lowest prices you can find! They are SOOO thankful for customers like you. Hours: Tues.-Sat. from 10am-6pm and Sun. from 12-5pm 18725 Sherman Way in Reseda, 91335 818-881-4441
Cruz Mobile Detail Experience the new Eco-Friendly way to clean your car: NoWet it is the new revolutionary way to clean a car with the less amount of water. Cruz Mobile Detail understands that sometimes in your busy schedules you do not have time to make an appointment for extra services. That’s why they come to you! They offer detailing for: * Cars * Trucks * Aircrafts * Boats. Cruz Mobile Detail is reliable, they have the finest detailing equipment and ECO friendly products, the staff is highly experienced, professionals, and provides superior workmanship. Email cruzmobiledetail@live.com or call (323)717-5284 to schedule an appointment! Mention “Cruz Detail” off %10 of detail and wax
11 Storage Solutions That Keep Clutter Away http://www.circleofmoms.com/article/11-storage-solutions-keep-clutter-away-04984?trk=hub_list_title
Free Massage or Facial at Naya in the Shops at West End – Chatsworth Get your first treatment at Naya absolutely free. Just visit their Facebook Application at http://www.facebook.com/nayafresh/app_190322544333196 and click the Like button on the top right. Follow the links through to the survey and they will call you to book an appointment. Visit http://nayafresh.com to see the services they offer. Plus check out http://shopsatwestendchatsworth.com to find out about the new Shops at West End – Chatsworth events and specials coming your way.
Reality Bites: School Daze http://realitybitesbeth.blogspot.com/2012/08/school-daze.html?m=1
Label the things you LOVE for ½ off! Label Daddy’s labels are microwave, dishwasher and washer/dryer safe! The only company with laminated labels, they guarantee our laminated labels will not run/smear when coming in contact with sunscreen and other chemicals. Label Daddy is also the only label company teamed up with Disney! Choose from a large selection of your favorite Disney characters on your labels from Label Daddy, with new favorites being added soon!
Give your children the gift of good manners just before the new school year kicks into high gear Special back-to-school discount on upcoming programs for Aug. & Sept.. Jen’s List members receive 10% off the following programs. Click on the links below for complete course details, email info@beverlyhillsmanners.com or call 310.276.9078 for more information. “Modern Manners for Today’s Kids” (Ages 6-12) Sat., Aug. 18th from 11am-1pm at McCormick & Schmick’s “Modern Manners for Today’s Teen’s” (Ages 13+) Sun., Aug. 19th from 4pm-6pm at McCormick & Schmick’s “Let’s Dance!” Cotillion” Season 4 (3rd-7th grades) Once a month beginning Wed., Sept. 19th and ending March 20th at the Beverly Hills Women’s Club
Your Jr. Chef can bake Marble Honey Cake
Prestige Education – Reaching All Learners At Prestige Education, they believe that every child can succeed with an individualized program that directly meets their needs. They offer in-home customized tutoring provided by credentialed teachers in all academic subjects pre-K-12, including test prep, gifted programs, programs for children with special needs, as well as private music lessons (instrumental and voice), art and acting/audition coaching. FIRST SESSION FREE when signing up for one of the packages. Call 310-367-5500.
Host a “Cafe” with Jen’s List Mom and Emergency Preparedness Expert Cari Butler Cari will come to your home and talk to you and your friends about your family’s safety including being prepared in the event of an emergency or earthquake, safety tips, making a plan and what supplies you might need in order to keep your family safe. Host receives a 2 person deluxe kit! Some people think it is an overwhelming task and don’t even know where to start. Cari is amazing and takes all of the guess work out of it! “We cannot predict, but we CAN prepare!” is Cari’s motto! Call 310-613-6206 or email Cari@emergencycafe.com.
Tired of your Hebrew School? Come join a successful program. Discount offered to new students One hour weekly in the afternoons Classes are held Monday to Friday between 1pm and 6pm. Each class is 1 hour long. Come and see why JSN is so Popular in our community for 19 years. No membership & No affiliation. JSN renowned for its successful curriculum, its many free extracurricular & Events, Monthly iTot, and exceptionally amazing private Bar/Bat Mitzvah Tours to Israel. Lots of recommendations! 1 Hr Weekly 1st to 7th. iTot monthly- Ages 4-7. Space is limited. 818-625-1621 http://www.jsnbynomie.com/jsnbynomie.com/Testimonials.html
Your Jr. Chef can make a tasty Meatless Monday dinner
Earthquake info for kids
Miss Melodee Live at Sherman Oaks Public Library Wednesday August 15th at 4pm FREE live show for children ages 2-7 and families this coming Wednesday at the Sherman Oaks Public Library. Miss Melodee will be performing live and engaging all the little ones in fun dancing games.
Psychologist Recommended by Jens List member abbem@me.com “Dr. Orly Saghian is a wonderful psychologist based in Encino (with an M.A. and doctoral from Pepperdine University). She provides individual, family, and couple therapy and treats children as young as 6 yrs old. She specializes in mood, sleep, and eating disorders, ADHD (including assessments), high functioning Autism, and migraines. She is a lovely woman who is effectively helping many and their children to overcome obstacles and thrive! (818) 981-1681.”
Family blending is not easy. Step-parenting can be awkward.
Gaiam’s Pink Ribbon Yoga Mat A lightweight, durable, 3 millimeter mat that comes with a free bonus Yoga Workout Download. The design was influenced by Yogi Colleen Saidman, wife of yoga guru, Rodney Yee. $1 from the sale of each mat will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The mat will be available via www.shopgaiam.com for $21.98.
Wonder how much your family vacation cost in 1960 vs. now? Check out this fun graphic to show you how much your parents spent in 1960 vs. how much you will spend today on a family vacation. http://www.babyauthority.com/on-the-road-again.html
Do you need a style update for back-to-school, but don’t want to buy a whole new wardrobe? Are you ready for the carpool line? Update your look with beautiful jewelry from Stella & Dot. The new fall line is gorgeous – irresistible statement necklaces, a brand-new charms collection, and even luxe handbags! With half the line under $50, everyone can spruce up their wardrobe for the fall. Email socalstellastyle@gmail.com or shop www.stelladot.com/sbeeson19. Or host a trunk show and get your update for free – the average hostess receives $250 in FREE jewelry!
Professional, fun, in-home guitar lessons for kids! Enrolling now! Give your child a world-class education from a fun & inspiring teacher in the comfort of your home! Christopher provides a clear lesson plan complete with goals, achievement levels, and performances. He uses a song based teaching system so my students are learning songs they love while they get the academic benefits of music. Call 818.748.5728 or email CaplanLessons@gmail.com for more info. Under 18 Policy: If the student is under 18 years old, an adult be present at the lesson.
Create Your Own Flipppie Slippie! Pick a flip flop, a yarn color and they will make you a flippie slippie! Assorted designs and colors for toddlers, girls and ladies. Flippie Slippies can be worn inside, out of the bath or outside by the pool. Flippie Slippies were featured in Our Ventura Blvd. Magazine’s June issue! Buy a flippie slippie and receive a free flip flop of your choice by using code: FLIPPIE. Slip into your comfort zone!
Walker’s Complete Car Care It was time for new front brakes and I had a VERY positive experience that I wanted to share! Dwayne Walker owns an auto repair shop that services all makes and models of cars, trucks, and SUVs, limo’s. They specialize in 3rd party extended warranty’s from all the major car manufacturers. They also have one of the few extended lifts in the valley that can handle and align any vehicle, truck or super limo. They have a SUPER friendly staff, experienced mechanics, and a waiting room that offers free WiFi. Free loan car and drop off/pick up too. Open Monday thru Saturday. 818-574-8150 www.walkerscompletecarcare.com
Roller Derby birthday parties for Tween/Teen girls! Forget about princess parties! Make your daughter’s birthday hard core as she evolved into a Roller Derby QUEEN! They provide entertainment, crafts, roller skating lessons, even the cupcakes if you’re game! Reach out at party@angelcityderbygirls.com and become the coolest mom in your daughter’s eyes!
For Rent Beautiful Townhome in Santa Monica for Lease Remodeled 2 bd+ 2 1/2 bath Santa Monica townhouse for lease. Hardwood floors in living room with fireplace. Granite kitchen and bathrooms. Private large 2 car garage w/ direct access. Two patios. Cathedral ceiling master with a bonus loft/office and balcony. Great location, small building, safe and quiet neighborhood. Call Lauren at 310-999-5139 for information. AND 2 Bedroom plus den that can be easily used as third bedroom or office space Huge Park like yard that is fully fenced great for entertaining, kids or pets. 2 car garage with plenty of storage, plus RV parking area. Laundry hooks ups, dishwasher, garbage disposal, newer central a/c and heat, new plumbing, new double pane windows. Central Reseda Village location, walk to shopping, close to CSUN, Pierce College, bus lines and easily commutable to any valley, Westside or downtown location; friendly, quiet neighborhood. Available immediately.$2100/mo (negotiable with long term lease). Contact Shoshanna at 818.481.9139 or sdnakelsky@yahoo.com.
3 aspects few parents consider when selecting a swim school, but should What should parents know to select the best swim program for their child? Lenny Krayzelburg, Olympic Gold Medalist swimmer + founder of Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy, says to consider 3 aspects: -Approach Each school has its own approach and it’s important that you recognize the differences. -Plan Ask about a school’s swim plan. They should have different levels based first on a child’s skill level and age. -Reward Motivational tools are key to inspiring kids to progress from level to level.
Fun for Families in the Conejo Valley with Macaroni Kid Conejo Valley! Macaroni Kid Conejo Valley is a FREE weekly e-newsletter & website all about activities & events happening for kids and their families in the Conejo Valley and beyond. Sign up and be entered to win $20 to Target. Check out the up-to-date calendar. Listings for free events, like concerts, movies, farmers markets, museums & more. They do giveaways, contest, crafts and recipes. http://conejo-valley.macaronikid.com/subscribe/
Mothers invited to participate in 2 approved studies looking at younger siblings of children with autism
MeeGenius! – The #1 app for children’s books. Featuring award winning authors and read along technology. They create digitally enhanced children’s books faster and cheaper with a wider distribution channel than anyone on the planet. Their platform can take text and images, and faster than a speeding bullet, they can add audio (voice talent, not computerized voice), word highlighting, and personalization and with a press of button distribute it to the web, iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Google TV, Chrome Webstore (and soon Android)!
7 Stores to Resell Kids Clothing http://www.redtri.com/los-angeles-kids/growing-kids
Earn $, Enjoy Time Freedom & Be Your Own Boss Dr. Katie Rodan & Dr. Kathy Fields creators of Proactiv Solution® ~ the world’s #1 selling acne brand ~ are doing it again with their new Anti-age skin care line Rodan + Fields Dermatologists. How do you fit in? This time the doctors are letting real people PARTNERWITH THEM IN THEIR NEXT BIG THING! This is a ground floor opportunity in a 2.5 billion $ industry that can CHANGE your life. Can you imagine if you partnered with the doctors when they first demonstrated Proactiv® where you would be today? *Flexible work schedule *Be your own boss *Work from home Call 818-268-3884 for more info.
Alton Brown wouldn’t like this unitasker – the Yonana maker
Painting Contractors and More 10% Discount & Free Estimate for Jen’s list members Commercial/Residential Painting Interior/Exterior, Color Consulting, Stain, Decks, Drywall, Stucco, Plaster Repair, Texturing, Wall Paper Removal, Woodwork, Installing Base Boards & Moldings, Re-Finishing Cabinets, Faux Finishing, Framing, Cutting & Installing Crown Moldings, Base Boards & More. Owners always working on site to ensure that you the customer get experienced quality and personalized workmanship, high quality work and materials. Fair compatible prices. Licensed, Insured & Bonded. Never using sub contractors. References available. 818-883-7643 |
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