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Kids Rock With In-Home Lessons If you have been thinking about music lessons this back to school season, then you need to check out All Play Music… But do it quickly, they only have 2 available spots. 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. Their certified instructors make each lesson fun and engaging while the students learn their favorite songs. The program provides goal setting, achievement levels and performances. Mention Jens List for the following promotion. * Free Intro Lesson ($100 Value) * 10% off your first lesson package * This offer expires once the 2 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.
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history The New York Stock Exchange crashed on what came to be known as “Black Tuesday”, starting the Great Depression (1929) Hermit Day National Frankenstein Day
I LOVE these modern day hip bags! The Original Schitbag™ moves the concept of a waist or hip purse into the 21st century with a unique, high-fashion design that enhances any outfit. For the first time, a hands-free, shoulder-free belt bag is sophisticated as well as practical, providing the sensuous elegance women have always wanted in a waist bag. Meticulously crafted in rich shades of velvety, optimum-quality suede, the Schitbag contours to the body and even hides flaws with its sleek lines. Hidden compartments give quick access to the tools of life, yet the purse lies flat, with a slimming effect. http://leschitte.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=38
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Pop Star Birthday Party for Kids Let your child live out the pop star dream next birthday! She/he, along with guests will:
New Monthly Growth Groups with the Jewish Women’s Initiative of Aish LA Tues & Wed evenings in the SF valley Growth Group is a unique guided-growth opportunity to explore your connection with Judaism and G-d. They take small practical steps each month to bring spirituality into your life and develop the traits you desire as women, wives and mothers. They explore the meaning behind the Jewish way of life (Mitzvot, finding our unique purpose, how to bring the joy of Judaism to our families and more). Try out an introductory session. For Jewish Moms. $10/month. Minimum commitment one year. Begins late November. Email chana@aishla.com for more info.
Celebrating Diwali-A Festival of Lights Thursday, October 30th from 4-7:30pm at Sierra Canyon in Chatsworth Diwali is a celebration of the triumph of good over evil symbolized by the lighting of earthen lamps filled with oil to signify the end of darkness. Come enjoy an unforgettable night filled with music, Indian dances, a fashion show, authentic food, jewelry, handicrafts, kids activities & henna. Free Admission. Hosted by the Sierra Canyon South Asian Club. Proceeds go to Caring Hand for Children. Reserve Your Authentic Indian Dinner at www.sierracanyonschool.org Under the Quicklink’s Menu ($10 students/$15 adults).
Flextime between 8am and 5pm, you set your schedule They are an innovative tax practice in Brentwood where they do not track billable hours. They focus on customer service and relationships irrespective of hours. They are looking for someone with some tax experience this December as they clients for tax planning sessions. Review QuickBooks data and create 2014 projections. If you want more or less time, they can accommodate for the right fit.
Straight Up youth want parents to face the current realities and learn why and how we need adults to help change these dangerous social norms Sat., Nov. 15th in Thousand Oaks – Tours every half hour b/w 2pm-6:30pm – Reservations required Come to a Reality Party for Parents, where you will witness what really goes on at parties. Teen actors will simulate dangerous behaviors and express their feelings and concerns about the current culture. Tour last approximately 1 hr. Adults only. FREE! A collaboration of CVUSD, Conejo Council PTA, TO Youth Commission, BreakThrough, Engage Recovery, Conejo RPD, TO Sheriff’s Department, TO Teen Center, and Straight Up. Made possible through the support of Ventura County Behavioral Health Department, Alcohol and Drug Programs. www.straightupvc.org/realityparties
A California-based painting company is the answer for all of your residential/commercial interior and exterior needs! They offer free estimates with a professional color consultant. They are clean, friendly and best of all…fully staffed so your job can be done in ONE DAY! They can change your home in ONE DAY! Watch the website commercial and you will see!
Do you have time to tutor for 2 hours a week? Monday, Tues, Wed or Thurs afternoons New Directions for Youth (7315 Lankershim Blvd, N. Hollywood) is in desperate need of VOLUNTEER tutors for our youth. It is difficult to find the time, but just 2 hours per week can make a significant difference in the life of a youngster. 1 on 1 and small group tutoring is essential for the academic success. They NEED you or a friend or a brother, sister, husband, wife, grandparent, etc., who wants to make a difference in a youth’s life. Contact Monica Austin Jackson at 818-503-6330.
Bags, Bling & Bubbly – Don’t miss Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County’s 6th annual champagne luncheon Friday, November 7th at Spanish Hills Country Club New designer and vintage handbags, jewelry, and more available for purchase and auction, prizes, and an opportunity drawing for a $5000 cash prize (only 250 tickets will be sold/$100 ea – winner need not be present). Christine Devine, Fox 11 News anchor with many film credits, is 2014 Wise, Wonderful Woman. Judge Judy’s Officer Byrd returns as special guest. Reservations: $90, advance-purchase only. All proceeds help Big Brothers Big Sisters provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
Does your daily make-up routine need revamping? Are you unsure which colors and products best suit your complexion? Do you struggle with your daily make-up application? Lori Pinsky, professional makeup artist and beauty educator, will come to you and assess what you already own and give you personal recommendations and tricks of the trade so you can apply makeup like a pro! She is available for all special events, private makeup lessons and personal makeup shopping. Call 310-486-2279 to set up an appointment.
Uber for personal trainers and fitness instructors! Workouts that come to you Handstand is like Uber for Personal Trainers! Finally- workouts are convenient. The trainers come to you at any time and place when you’re ready for one hour of exercise- may it be yoga, strength training, barre, dance fitness, bootcamp, cardio or a dozen of other options. Just go HandstandApp.com to sort, book, and pay for a fully background checked fitness trainer to come to your location! It can be your home, an apartment gym, or a park. No cash or setting up! Simple and convenient!
An Open Letter to Competitive Parents, From a Parent Who Hates the Rat Race http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/5335056
Are You Ready For the Upcoming Winter Dance? Need Help? Let them help you and your kid get ready to rock and roll this winter. They offer social ballroom dancing for kids and adults. Available to instruct at your convenience, in the comfort of your home for a reasonable pay as you go fee.
Looking for a NEW and DIFFERENT vendor for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah, birthday party or special event? Trendy Tagz is terrific! Each guest at your event creates and customizes their own dog tag necklace featuring hand-painted backgrounds adorned with special 3D pewter charms of your guests’ choice for the ultimate one-of-a-kind take home keepsake! Perfect for boys, girls and teens of all ages! Choose the best vendor for your event and call (818) 288-1012 or email trendytagz@aol.com.
DIY Magic Hard Shell Made from coconut oil, cocoa powder (carob powder – different taste), honey (alt sweetener okay), vanilla, salt. Crispy and crackly over ice cream pops, fruit pops, bananas. http://thecoconutmama.com/2013/06/magic-shell/ Made from coconut oil/chocolate bars melted on stovetop. Use flavored chocolate (extracts or bars) if you like. Try dipping frozen strawberries in melted mixture. Basic ratio is 1-2 parts coconut oil (different sites show different ratios) to 3 parts chocolate. http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Magic-Shell-Recipe/ Made from coconut oil/semi-sweet chocolate chips (mint? pnut butter? butterscotch? white chocolate?) melted in the microwave. Keeps 2-3 weeks unrefrigerated. Best to store in glass (microwavable). http://www.thecountrycook.net/2011/09/homemade-magic-shellfun-with-coconut.html Butter (if coconut-allergic) can be used, but will not harden as much, will require refrigeration, and will taste different.
Do You Qualify For Any of the Student Loan Forgiveness Programs? Do you have Federal Student Loan debt? Are the monthly payments too much for you? In 2012 Obama put the William D Ford act into place, allowing those who qualify to have a portion if not all of their student loans forgiven. Call the office and they can see if you qualify for any of the 6 different programs at (310) 627-2002, or email mary@studentloan1.me.
Would You Like to Become Ageless? Learn the Beauty Secrets of the Stars With Simply Young How would you like to beat the clock and look younger, with more radiance and vitality right now? On becoming ageless….it’s really true! New scientific studies are showing that with the proper nutrients, diet and lifestyle changes you can grow younger. In fact, many people are raving about the most pure, organic, non-GMO, no fillers, low heat processed longevity product on the market today. Celebrity nutritionist to the stars, Catie Norris, has discovered the fountain of youth. http://marjorie.simplyyoung.com/
Delicious Guide To Where Kids Eat Free http://redtri.com/los-angeles/
Private lessons in Sewing & Fashion Design For older teens getting ready to apply to design school and adults who want to learn professional sewing skills. I offer instruction in Sewing, Draping, Pattern Making, Garment Construction and Fashion Illustration. If you want to get into some of the top design school you need to have the skills before you apply to fashion school.
French Bistro Brisket Steven Raichlen’s extraordinary slow-braised Parisian Beef Brisket recipe is well worth the long cooking time. Ingredients: 3-lb center cut beef brisket, bacon, pearl onions, carrots, potatoes, celery, garlic, bay, Cognac flambéed, fruity red wine, tomato paste. It’s described as rich and soulful with beef tender enough to cut with a fork. Serves 6-8.
Resale Sports Equipment Store in Thousand Oaks Saves Your Family at Least 50% Off Retail Prices Save money on kids sports equipment purchases. Save at least 50% off retail sports equipment prices. Cleats, Bats, Baseball Mitts, Bags, Soccer Balls, Lacrosse Gear, Surfboards, Snowboards, Winter Apparel, Wetsuits, Exercise Equipment, Camping Gear, Golf Clubs, Tennis Racquets, Bicycles, and more. Trade in all your no longer used sports equipment at Consignment Sports in Thousand Oaks. They will gladly give you 10% off your next purchase when you mention Jen’s List! Call (805) 379-5969. www.recyclesportsequipment.com
Veteran’s Day LOLLYPALOOZA Camp Nov. 11th from 9am-5pm Do you need care or activities for your child on the Vets’ Day school holiday? Inspired by the classic book Charlie & the Chocolate Factory, Pamper & Play’s Lollypalooza Camp will be great fun. Drop off kids 3+ or stay onsite with your child of any age! Activities will include a golden ticket adventure, an invent-your-own-candy craft, healthy yummy gummy making, PLUS a special candy rave dance party! Full day, half day and stay onsite rates available! Sign up now, because it WILL fill up! https://squareup.com/market/pamper-and-play/lollypalooza-camp-veterans-day
Mommy Events- Social Meet-Ups for Parents, Parents-To-Be and Kids Join the list for all upcoming events, awesome giveaways, and to join the mommytrain community.
Silikids The first mom-founded brand focused on creating products that are safe, modern and made entirely out of SILICONE, has teamed with top animation character designers Bill Schwab from “Frozen” and Jim Feeley from “American Dad” to create unique glass sets and cool art, just in time for the holidays! The glasses and the art are exclusive to this Kickstarter campaign and will be available until November 20, 2014. The campaign is for their ingenious straw top, a silicone top with a straw that covers the top of any glass making it spill proof and converting it into a straw top. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1659480065/siliskin-animation-character-artist-series
Stage Right Productions La is proud to present “Junie B. Jones The Musical” Saturday, November 15th at 3pm and 7pm and Sunday, November 16th at 2pm and 5 pm at the NOHO Performing Arts Center Don’t miss out on this wonderful fun filled production for the whole family. The Award winning musical based on the book series, “Junie B. Jones the Musical.” Presented by everyone’s favorite professional youth musical theater company Stage right Productions La. Call to reserve your tickets at 818-571-1235 or contact StacyHerz@hotmail.com. 11136 Magnolia Blvd. in North Hollywood, 91601
Living under one roof – Multi-generational Living
Today, great/grandparents have a lot to deal with: their health, jobs, retirement, caring for their parents, and other personal issues. What happens when a teenage/adult child asks if he/she and their family can move in for awhile, for whatever reasons (divorce, drugs, loss of job, heavy financial burdens, illness, etc.)?
http://grandparentingplus.blogspot.com/
Preschool Ballet Saturdays from 10:30am-11:15am Holiday Special for November-Register and sign up for Preschool Ballet in the month of November and get the month of December free! All registration fees and tuition must be paid in full to receive the month of December 2014 free of charge.
Calling all Chefs! Cooking Enthusiasts This November Every Way Woman talk show along with Pasadena Media Group will be hosting our end of the year Holiday Show! Looking for someone, either a chef or cooking enthusiast, who would like to come on the show and prepare a vegan or gluten-free holiday dish. These days diet fads are all to popular, people are searching for the “right” dish to suit their lifestyle. Every Way Woman would like to cater to the dieting woman in all of us by preparing a healthy meal on our show!
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