Get a Head Start on the School Year with StudyShop Tutoring-Free first lesson Want to get more out of your child’s school year? StudyShop Tutoring is your answer! * Be confident in math. * Love reading and writing. * Ace the SAT or ISEE. * Master the art of organization. * Explore science. * Create computer games. * Play a musical instrument. Mention Jens List to get your 1st lesson free! StudyShop tutors empower your child to be a confident, happy learner. “StudyShop has tutored my daughter in Geometry and Algebra 2. Charles and his staff are awesome people. They are proficient and very patient with my daughter. StudyShop is a wonderful resource and we are pleased with the results.” Debbie W.
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High Heel in a Haystack Personal Styling Stylist Robin Saperstein, founder of High Heel in a Haystack can help! Tired of reaching for the same old thing week after week? Do you hate to shop? By working together you learn how to dress for your personal body type and lifestyle. You will learn how to wear pieces in multiple ways to make the most of your wardrobe. Allow Robin to help you find your inner stylish self and feel more confident! Contact Robin at 323.533.4111 or robin@highheelinahaystack.com.
Back To School Special On In-Home Music Lessons All Play Music is like a private school for music in your home. They provide high end education for GUITAR, PIANO, DRUMS, VOICE and BASS. Kids feel like rock stars and parents love the All Play program. Which includes goal setting, achievement levels and performances. There are only 9 available spots left going into this back to school season, and an enrollment process is required to ensure a high success rate. Mention Jens List for the following promotion: * Free Intro Lesson ($100 Value) * 10% off your first lesson package * This offer expires once the 9 remaining spots are taken. Go to www.allplaymusic.com to learn more and find out what parents are saying about All Play. Packages start at $280 monthly. Call (310) 745-4007 for more info and to reserve your slot.
Make New Friends at Parent & Me Classes At Adat Ari El ECC Join the Fall Parent & Me Classes at the award winning Adat Ari El ECC. Make friends at the Parent & Me “Tot Shabbat” and “Lunch Bunch” Classes, with developmentally appropriate Shabbat activities of blessing the candles, eating challah, playing with Shabbat-themed toys and singing Shabbat songs with their own music specialist. They also offer a classic P&Me class for “Toddlers”, as well as “Orff Music” classes. Contact Kheyman@adatariel.org or visit www.aaeecc.org for more info.
Temple Adat Elohim High Holy Day Services The TAE community invites you to join them for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services. Long known for its warm and welcoming congregation, TAE has a put together a moving and meaningful High Holy Day Program for the entire family. Services include the High Holyday AWEsome Experience service for children and teens, and they feature a beautiful musical program led by Cantor Shukiar, the TAE Choir, Jr Choir and Jr. Cantors, and Band of Milk & Honey, plus a free Family Tot service. Rabbis Dubowe and Diamond, Cantor Shukiar and the entire TAE Congregation hope to see you there. For more information or to order tickets, visit www.adatelohim.org or call 805-497-7101.
Do you remember when you were 11? Saturday, Sept. 20th at 1pm at the Royal Laemmle Theater in West L.A. Relive the time with your own adolescent by attending a family-friendly LA premiere of the new documentary I AM ELEVEN (http://www.iameleven.com/), hosted by the Zimmer Children’s Museum and World City Center. Includes pre-show activities and a post-show Q & A session with the film’s director Genevieve Bailey. Tickets available through the Zimmer Children’s Museum (www.zimmermuseum.org) for $7 in advance, or at the Royal Laemmle Theater box office for $10.
New Monthly Drop-Offs with Mommytrain and The Play Destination Friday, September 19th from 5:30-8:30pm Boom. You just got a new date night. And your kids just got a new monthly rock-out, play-til-you-drop appointment, because guess what? We’re sweetening Parents’ Night Out at Play Destination, and you neeeeeeed it. This is for you. You need a night off to reconnect and get human again, and we’re here to make that as fun and guilt-free as possible. Ages: 2-6. $40 first/child, $25 additional sibling. Theme: Movie Music Karaoke. Dinner: Pizza, Snacks, Drinks. RSVP to info@theplaydestination.com. http://www.mommytrain.com/events/new-monthly-drop-offs-with-mommytrain-and-the-play-destination/
1st Annual “Garden of Eden” Mother/Daughter Tea & Fashion Boutique Sunday, October 26th at the Oak Park Community Center from 2-5pm
Clean Out Your Closet For a Good Cause Saturday, September 20th at Spectrum Athletic Club in West Hills from 9am0in Operation Dress Up, a student-run organization that collects clothing for families in need, is holding a clothing drive. Bring in a bag of gently used or new clothing and get a 3-day pass to the club, located at 22235 Sherman Way in West Hills. The drive will benefit Clothes the Deal, a charitable organization that provides clothing to low-income families as well as career clothing to individuals.
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The Calabasas Pumpkin Festival is just weeks away and if you haven’t already, it’s time to get involved Whether it’s to showcase your business or to volunteer for the two days, here’s your chance to have fun and participate in the largest festival of the area. Below are links that will bring you to all the information on the festival and the forms if you are interested in being an business exhibitor, business sponsor, student volunteer and community volunteer. http://calabasaschamber.com/pumpkinfestivalopportunities
Rent LEGO® sets Pay Less, Play More! Conveniently delivered to your door. Lost a piece? They won’t charge. Clean and sanitized. Free shipping both ways! First LEGO set FREE.
Wanted: Elementary School Kids Who Love Math & Want More Challenge – Join the Monday Mathletes Just a few limited spaces remain for elementary school kids who love math and crave a challenge this school year. Would your child enjoy learning new mathematics, playing mathematical games, and participating in mathematical competitions? The award winning Mathletes, enthusiastically coached by Andy Mars, PhD, meet on Mondays from 40in at 18341 Sherman Way. $150/month includes all expenses and materials. Register this week and get one month free. Email info@KidsLA.org or call 818/344-7838. http://www.kidsla.org/enrichment/mathletes.html
Handpainted Characters For Your Yard For Halloween, Thanksgiving & Christmas Sunday, September 28th at 1pm Handpainted bats, ghosts, witches, Franks and pumpkins for your front yard to make your home look cute for the Fall. Come see the snowman family for the holidays. Prices from $15-$115. You will fall in love!
Voting for the Los Angeles HOT LIST is back Cast your vote for Brent’s Deli under the “Best Deli” section. http://la.cityvoter.com/brent-s-deli/biz/51558?view=Votes
Looking for ways to save money on their everyday purchases? With Lyoness, members always receive money back with every purchase. Currently there are more than 40,000 Loyalty Merchants in 45 countries around the world provide unlimited shopping opportunities, there are also around 5,000 online stores which offer a selection of over 170 million items. People in need also benefit. Founded in May 2008 as a charitable organization, a part of all purchases made through Lyoness go directly to the Foundation. In 2011, a further Foundation named Greenfinity was launched which promotes sustainable global environment protection. It conducts innovative climate protection projects and invests in renewable energy.
One Week in Barbados For Four 1 week for up to 4 people at the Oceanfront Adult-Only Caribbean Resort, The Club Barbados. All meals, beverages, non-motorized water sports included. All reservations are subject to mandatory $125/person/night surcharge which provides for all dining, resort facilities, activities, and services charges. Reservations subject to availability some restrictions apply. Valued at $3,200 – asking $2,000. Expires July 1st. Email ilysebronte@gmail.com for more details.
Cat Videos & More Sunday, September 21st from 1-10pm If you love cat videos and all things cat, you’ll love this film festival/art show. It’s the LA Feline Film Festival. All things kitty, rescue groups, art for sale and yummy food trucks. Even meet celebrity cat’s! http://lafelinefilmfestival.com/
The Da Vinci BodyBoard Not only is it an effective workout system that builds strength and cardio fitness, it fits into a busy lifestyle with no excuses, and it’s something you will look forward to in your daily routine.
Mindful Mama, Play & Support Group Now-Dec 16th -Tuesday’s from 11am-12pm Fall Soothe is a developmental play & support group for caregivers of newborns to early walkers. We develop soothing strategies for the babe & caregiver while we learn & play.
Worksheets for Math, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts http://www.commoncoresheets.com/
The Ventura Harvest Festival® Original Art & Craft Show Fri.-Sun., Oct. 3rd-5th at Seaside Park at the Fairgrounds An unforgettable fall weekend “shoppertunity” of more than 24,000 original works from hundreds of exhibitors. Kids 12 and under are free and activities include live entertainment, a Kidzone, pumpkin patch, contests, demonstrations, and specialty foods. Lowe’s Hardware hosts a free “build it” center, and there are also free health screenings and child ID photos. Bring canned goods for donation and get $2 off admission.
Restoring Coral & Turquoise http://www.jewelryrescue3.com/blog/2012/02/06/Dry-Turquoise-Parched-Coral.aspx
Girls everywhere love their leggings and Hemlets are the new way they can add their own personality to them The cuffs are made of out of a cotton lycra (or spandex in some cases) fabric. This material allows for stretch. Hemlets are easy to wear. After putting on your leggings, slip the cuff over your foot and set it over the hem of your leggings. Inside the cuff there is a Velcro-like material that grabs the fiber of your leggings. Poof! The cuff is attached, it’s that simple. There are dozens of patterns/colors to choose from and one size fits most.
Try Preschool Transition at Pamper & Play: Free Next Week Wednesday, September 17th or Friday September 19th from 10am-Noon Are you looking for a fun way to socialize your toddler and some free time for yourself? Then try out Preschool Transition at Pamper & Play! This unique program is for kids 18 months to 3 years. They enjoy playtime in an amazing play studio plus special art and music activities–all under the supervision of our nurturing play supervisors. The best part? You relax onsite in our comfy parent lounge with free coffee and wifi. Space is limited so lock in your free trial by emailing info@pamperplay.com.
“What is Dementia?” Thursday, September 18th from 5:30-8pm A free, educational evening at the Silverado Memory Care community that will help you gain valuable insight into dementia including: – how dementia is diagnosed – causes of dementia – complications of dementia – how dementia can be managed Presented by Kemi Reeves RN, MSN, GNC-BP, a geriatric nurse practitioner at UCLA. *Refreshments will be served *2 CEU credit hours offered to nurses/social workers RSVP to (818) 222-1000 Silverado Memory Care 25100 Calabasas Road in Calabasas
How to Get Your Pre-pregnancy Body Back Saturday, September 20th at 8am Holleigh Bernson Park in Porter Ranch (corner of Porter Ranch Drive & Sesnon) FIT4MOM West Valley is offering a free preview class of their results-oriented program called Body Back®! There will be a 60-minute high-intensity workout session, Q&A, snacks and refreshments. Bring a towel, plenty of water, an open mind and your sweat! This is a mommy-only class, no kiddos. RSVP to Alise Sue at alisesue@fit4mom.com.
Last Minute Party Special Back at school and having a birthday!? Need to invite the whole class of boys AND girls?! Don’t want the mess at your house?! Let Playsource take care of everything and get a great discount! New reservations for September 20th & 26th-28th will receive $50 off a Space Rental or $75 off an All Inclusive! Check out the website or go visit for package details. Playsource is located at 21921 Ventura Boulevard in Woodland Hills.
Clay & Painting Night at Viridian Art Academy Friday, September 19th from 6:30-9pm 18356 Oxnard Street in Tarzana Drop off the kids for a fun night of art! Kids age 5 and up will create a clay sculpture and a mini painting on canvas while snacking on pizza in a real art studio. $40- All materials and dinner provided. Be sure to check the website for other fun workshops and classes going on for kids, teen and adults: Wine & Painting Night, Figure Drawing, Halloween Painting Workshops. (818) 774-0775
New Meetup Group: Married Professionals of Conejo Valley Sunday, September 21stfrom 9am-12pm Join the first meet up and support other married couples and families who have struggled to create the family of their dreams. As parents we’re all in this together. Whether you have needed the services of resolve for support as you struggled to start a family, had a friend or family member who did, or just want to show support for other mamas and papas in Southern California, they hope you’ll join. www.meetup.com/Married-Professionals-of-Conejo-Valley
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