Destination Science The Ultimate Camp Experience
This 4 week program is bursting with Innovative scientific adventures; like building robots, launching rockets, designing inventions & soaring into the solar system.
Campers participate in 20 exciting hands-on, science activities each week & bring all of the finished projects home. The camp boosts science confidence & includes creative challenges, character building & outdoor games. Girls & boys 5 to11. Great neighborhood locations. Enroll by March 31st & save up to $160!
www.DestinationScience.org
Today in History
Soviet Union cosmonaut Aleksei Leonov becomes the first person to take a space walk. (1965)
Fairies and Dragons Parties
A whimsical birthday party location for girls and boys that offers fairyland-theme dress up parties. Themes include Fairy, Princess, Pirate, Magic, or they can custom make a party just for you! Basic parties include face-painting, dress up, crafts, storytelling, treasure hunt, tea party. Location is beautifully decorated as a little Fairyland. But their entertainers can also bring a party to a location of your choice. Call 818 783 8488 for more info.
www.fairiesanddragonsparties.com
LAUSD REVISES INTER-DISTRICT TRANSFER POLICY
http://tinyurl.com/yhpq3cn
LAUGHING PIZZA SHOW AT THE CANYON CLUB-POSTPONED!
Laughing Pizza is so sorry to announce that concert at the Canyon Club scheduled for 3/21 has been postponed. Because the production schedule for their upcoming TV pilot got changed at the last minute, the Pizza family sends their deepest regrets for not being able to get to the West coast in time for the show! The good news is that there’s a better and better chance that their videos will be on TV on a channel in your neighborhood in the near future! They send their best regards and will see you all when they reschedule their show – most likely around “Back to School!” time late this summer. Please visit www.canyonclub.net for contact information regarding ticket refunds.
Only 3 Days left on the Chaparral Elementary School Auction!
https://www.biddingforgood.com/chaparralauction
Items start at only $10 and can be picked up at the school in Calabasas or shipped to you. Great items for families and children include: Vacations, summer camps, mommy jewelry, sport tickets, theatre tickets and amusement parks. Check out the auction, find some deals and support a local public school! All proceeds go to supporting programs for the children!
Jen’s List Mom and President of Emergency Café
Cari Butler will give you this answer and many more. She is an expert in her field and has an exclusive In Home Private Consultation offer for Jen’s List moms ONLY. Cari will come to your home and give you a complete safety evaluation. She will discuss safety tips, and even help you create a plan. She has many celebrity clients who won’t go anywhere else! Her normal fee is $150 per hour, but for Jen’s List moms it is only $100 per hour. Call her now at 310.823.6999 to set up your confidential Private Consultation
www.emergencycafe.com
Love Candles?
Unique Scentsy warmers use a low-watt bulb to melt the specially formulated wax slowly, maximizing the fragrance time of the Scentsy Bar or Scentsy Brick. With no flame, soot or wick, the Scentsy system is a safe way to enjoy more than 80 Scentsy fragrances. Perfect for every home.
https://sweetbliss.scentsy.us/Home
INTERIOR AND ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
Jeffrey takes his clients from blueprints to candles and everything in between. He is an awarding winning designer whose work has been featured in many television shows and magazines. After a long stint as a senior designer at a well known firm, he is happy to be out on his again. Call 818-582-5200 for a free consultation.
Calling all high school girls…
PAID OPPORTUNITY FOR HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR/SENIOR GIRLS GOING TO PROM!! Get In the best shape of your life while you make money and get free stuff for prom! How it works: O2 MAX, a Los Angeles based youth fitness media company, is looking for “Prom Fitness Ambassadors” from across the country. The MAXProm program is a proactive/positive program that teaches girls to eat and exercise in a healthy way while they get benefits and perks as they get prom ready. MAXProm can also be used a fundraising program to help with senior prom budgets for schools. What prom fitness experts get:
• FREE Fitness and Nutrition program from O2 MAXProm • Earn money as you reach goals • Discount for an SAT PREP class from the Princeton Review for yourself or a friend (5 free for the first 5 experts) • Discount off a prom dress • Makeup discount
• A great opportunity for a resume building experience as you will be marketing and learning about how a business can work and grow • More perks being added each week…stay tuned!
Requirements: Must be comfortable blogging, posting messages on Facebook about fitness and the MAXProm program, taking pictures and capturing content on video (we will provide this). *Level of physical fitness and previous experience are not determinants for this position. For more information please contact o2prom@o2maxfitness.com OR call Whitney at 310.867.1650
LOCAL MUSICIANS BAND TOGETHER TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR WORLD WATER WEEK
UNICEF’s LA TAP Project Hosts Benefit Concert Featuring Alysse Fischer, the Make Peace Brother and Gaby Moreno. The UNICEF Tap Project is an internationally-recognized fundraising program that raises awareness for the world’s water crisis and helps support millions of children daily. This year’s National Campaign Spokesperson for the UNICEF Tap Project is Pete Wentz of Fall out Boy. The concert is part of UNICEF’s LA Tap Project initiative which also includes a text “Tap” campaign and restaurant participation in which diners pay $1 for tap water that is donated directly to the LA Tap Project. The benefit concert hosted by one of the nation’s hottest rising stand-up headliners, mild man-nerd Eric Schwartz (aka Smooth-E) will feature Alysse Fischer, The Make Peace Brothers, and Gaby Moreno.
Thursday, March 25, 2010 – Doors open at 7p.m. and Performances start at 8p.m.
The Roxy Theatre – 9009 Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, CA 90069
Go to www.ticketalternative.com/Events/10701.aspx – Tickets are $20 in advance/ $25 at the door. One hundred percent of the evening’s proceeds will benefit the recipients of the 2010 UNICEF Tap Project campaign which include: Haiti, Togo, Guatemala, Central African Republic, and Vietnam.
PRIVATE ACTING COACH It’s time to get a private coach!
Classes are great, but stage time and individual work is limited in a class. Laura loves working one on one with actors to hone their skills. Laura was a talent agent for twelve years and has an extensive acting background herself. If you want to get serious about your career, she can help in many ways. Call 323-898-1988 for an appointment.
Camps Cobbossee and Kippewa
Are 3 ½ week brother/sister camps in Maine. These single-sex camps are located just ½ mile apart on Lake Cobbosseecontee. With excellent facilities, professional instruction, friendly atmospheres and tremendous spirit they embody all that Maine camping is known for. Check out Cobbossee for boys at www.campcobbossee.com, Kippewa for girls at www.kippewa.com. Camp Kippewa also offers a Family Camp in August – the perfect getaway for your entire family!
What to Read When: Great Books for Children of All Ages!
Parents Ask literacy expert Pam Allyn shares another great list of books for children of all ages. Check it out and pass it on!
http://tinyurl.com/ycaqv9z
What is the Truth About Flying During Pregnancy– Is it Okay??
Have you heard that there could be complications if you fly while pregnant? Then you have to read this post. Parents Ask expert Dr. Jason Rothbart debunks common misconceptions about pregnancy and flying. Read on!
http://tinyurl.com/yksdlk4
Love to sing? Group Voice Classes Now Forming!
Ariella Vaccarino creator of Voice Lessons To GO (www.voicelessonstogo.com) and teacher for 17 years has recently moved to Woodland Hills is excited to announce her new group singing classes. The classes now being formed are:
Group voice- 1 hour lesson $20. Classes will begin with group vocal warm ups, musicianship which will include- solfege (do re mi practice) learning to sing scales, hear intervals etc… New songs will be taught for group and individual singing time. Students will work on singing confidence, breathing, posture, and audition/performance practice.
Different classes will be divided by age groups and class curriculum will be altered appropriately from K-12th grade. Five students necessary to start up a new class. Classes are given in three month sessions and must be paid in full at the beginning of each session. Singers may join into a session at anytime as long as they commit to the rest of the session. Please contact her with your schedule availability and age group to be placed in a class. Sessions starting immediately. Call Ariella Vaccarino at (818) 593-2038 or email Ariella@voicelessonstogo.com. Please see the flyer for the classes at: http://docs.google.com/View?id=ddjmrn34_22cb8grbc4
KABC Food Coach, Lori Corbin for Family Fitness
In celebration of World Water Day, families will bike through Santa Monica’s Douglas Park after some food and fun at Whole Foods Santa Monica. Special guest and resident Food Coach at KABC, Lori Corbin will be taking participants through the grocery aisles, sharing her favorite foods, and passing on a few health tips. Then EcoUsable will provide reusable water bottles, perfect for fueling our fun bike ride and reducing our carbon footprint. FREE to F2 Members ($75 annual fee). Single event passes are $20 per family. Participants must arrive promptly at 9:30am on Saturday, March 27th. RSVP or info: sarah@o2maxfitness.com
Shalom Institute’s FREE Passover Family Adventure
Sunday, March 28, 2010 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Make Holiday crafts for your Seder table Ride the zip line across the Red Sea to freedom Bake Matzah over an open fire Featuring: Music by Robbo, The Reptile Family, Climbing Wall and Zip Line, Moonbounce, Pioneer Living, Nature Hikes Camp Tours and so much more
34342 Mulholland Hwy in Malibu, CA
818-889-5500
http://www.shalominstitute.com/images/10_Passover.pdf
Camp Discovery for Moderate Special Needs Children
A place where children ages 3 – 14 who have mild to moderate special needs can experience an outdoor day camp that features the same activities as a typical camp. Camp Discovery, located in Pacific Palisades, is a summer program of The Help Group. For further information call 877-943-5747 or visit www.thehelpgroup.org.
Natalia Marble & Granite Inc
Are fabricators and installers of Granite, Marble and other Natural Stones for kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, fireplaces and much more . They have been in the business for over 15 years and are in the center of the SFV. Check out their website at www.nataliamarble.com. They come out to your place and give you a free estimate or they can give you an estimate over the phone. Great references and great customer service. (818-988-4284)
MEDITATION MADE EASY-TAKE TIME FOR YOU!!!
We all want peace of mind. Meditation is not about keeping your mind quiet. It’s about finding a way to make it peaceful. Laura custom designs a personal meditation ritual just for you. It may be five minutes… It may be twenty, everyone is different… But we all deserve peace of mind. It’s easier than you think. The first step is simply calling for an appointment. She will help you do the rest. Laura Rhodes 323-898-1988
www.4missingpeace.com
Kali’s Garden Announces New Music Mondays and Baby Book Wednesdays
Beginning March 15th!! Music Mondays: 9:15-10am + free open play all-day! $15/ day; $120/ 8 week session Baby Book Wednesdays: 9:30-10am + free open play all-day! $10/ day; FREE to Unlimited playpass holders!
Call (818) 347-PLAY for more info.
4920 Topanga Canyon Blvd. Woodland Hills, CA
Kidfest Thousand Oaks FREE Kids Event
March 20th from 11 am to 4 pm
An annual FREE family event where children of all ages come together for a fun and unique day. Expected activities will include trucks, arts and crafts, dog agility show, sporting games, live music, a pony, inflatable jumpers, rock wall and more! This event is geared towards kids of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers. Kidfest also features a community expo with exhibitors and local vendors showcasing their products and services. There will also be a silent auction benefiting Conejo Valley Day Care Association and a raffle benefiting the Boys and Girls Club.
www.kidfest.us
Conejo Creek Park North – 1379 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks
LA Kids Consignment Spring 2010 Sale
With 450 families participating in the March 19-21, 2010 LA Kids Consignment sale there will be over 50,000 amazing new and gently used kids’ items at 50-70% off retail prices! You’ll find clothing (newborn to pre-teen), toys, shoes, strollers, baby equipment, and maternity, bikes, scooters, books, DVDs, puzzles and so much more!! Friday 3/19 9am-5pm
Saturday 3/20 9am-5pm
Sunday 3/21 9am-2pm 50% off many items
7733 Hayvenhurst Ave. Van Nuys, CA 91406
www.lakidsconsignment.com
If you’d like to shop, check out the websites for more information. Make sure to get on the email lists so you get all the notices and announcements. Admission is free. CASH and credit only, no checks.
Got Lice? Don’t Worry…The Picky Mom is here to help!
Last year…my house was “loused”…BUT – The Picky Mom came to our rescue! She is an expert in In-Home Lice Removal & Treatment Service. She uses all natural products – no chemicals ever touch your child’s head! The Picky Mom is dedicated to helping families stop the itch and get back to school! She truly cares about her clients and wants to make sure they remain nit & lice free after she leaves. So, The Picky Mom is offering Jen’s List families a FREE LICE TERMINATOR COMB (retail value of $15.00) with their first visit. It’s the best comb on the market today. Super Lice don’t scare The Picky Mom – she has teenagers! So, if you find lice, or think you and your family have been exposed, call The Picky Mom at (818) 620-9092 or email her at: thepickymom@pacbell.net. Remember to mention you saw the ad on Jen’s List for your FREE LICE TERMINATOR COMB. She is great, flexible and believe it or not, actually made the process…not that bad! It is not cheap…but $ VERY well spent. It’s a VERY tedious job.
www.thepickymom.com
Colleen Casady Baggies
Reusable ~ Handmade ~ Machine and Dryer Friendly Great for wet or dry items.
Visit www.colleencasadybaggies.com for more information and a great photo gallery
HYPNOTHERAPY FOR CHILDREN’S ISSUES
Many Children will very shortly be starting their Spring Sports Season, which includes Baseball, Soccer and Softball. If your Child has developed any Fears in regards to participating, due to Injury or Competitiveness Issues, Hypnotherapy can help eliminating these fears. Most of these Issues can be corrected in one or two sessions. A parent is required to be present during the session. The child must be at least 5 years old. Along with the Hypnotherapy Success with these Issues, Joe Lamberti has Coached Baseball for 12 years and Soccer for 5. Feel Free to contact him regarding any questions you may have at www.rewardyourlifenow.com or call 818 990 5741.
Juicebox Tip of the Week
From Carley Knobloch of Mothercraft Coaching Moms
We’re militant with evening routines to help our kids go to sleep, but we have none for ourselves! We jump on the internet, watch ER and doze off too late— is it any wonder that we’re exhausted and unfocused the next day? Establish an evening routine to unwind and nurture yourself. All it takes is a few minutes of stretching, tea-sipping, journaling about your day, or whatever you like to do to unwind. Don’t check your email… too much stimulation before bed! Do it consistently, and your body will naturally wind down. It’s transformative and actually increases your productivity the next day. Want more tips like this? Get The Juicebox: A revolutionary program for overwhelmed moms who want to simplify their lives but don’t know where to start! One simple idea, delivered to your Inbox every week for free. Sign up at http://www.juiceboxtips.com/jenslist
Have We Reached the “Tipping Point” Yet?
http://bit.ly/cKVEaU
Easter Basket Essentials
“Easter-riffic” youth bath & beauty items from Herban Renewal’s precious Livi.Lu.Lu girlie gift line. The all-natural sparkling lotions, shimmering bath gels, glittery dusts and supple lip balm will have her hopping with joy – these pastel-colored items are Easter basket essentials!
http://www.HerbanRenewalInc.com.
Parents, Wake Up — ‘Educational’ Videos for Babies Don’t Work
http://tinyurl.com/yey9n7k
FOCUSfish PE program
If your school (private or public- they have a LAUSD Vendor #) needs PE programming at a competitive price, call Kristy at FOCUSfish. Everything from Soccer to Dance to Yoga to Circus Skills, etc. Check out her school page at www.focusfish.com or inquire at info@focusfish.com (Oh, and they are a nonprofit organization eligible for grants & fundraising.) YEAH for active school children & FOCUSfish!
Photography Special
In honor of her own son’s 3rd birthday, photographer Kym Vitar is offering 3 free maternity, newborn, or single child sessions (a $150 value!). All you have to do is become a fan on her facebook page, and send her an email at creativelykym@gmail.com. She will be doing a random drawing on Friday, March 19th for the 3 winners. And for those who don’t win, but would like to schedule a session, she is offering 20% off when Jen’s list is mentioned at booking www.kymvitarphotography.com
FREE RICK RECHT CONCERT
MARCH 28th at 12:00 noon
TEMPLE AHAVAT SHALOM
18200 Rinaldi Place, Northridge, CA 91326
Rick Recht’s electrifying live performances have captured the hearts of a generation of fans discovering the inspiration of contemporary Jewish music. Recht is widely recognized for his appeal to youth and family audiences not only as an exceptional musician, singer/songwriter, and entertainer, but as a role model for involvement in Jewish life. He has become an icon for Jewish youth in the United States, elevating the medium of Jewish music as a powerful and effective tool for developing Jewish pride and identity among the masses. Contact Halli Steinberg at HSteinberg@tasnorthridge.org or 818-360-6349 for more information.
FUNdamentals of Music and Movement
They take the children on a learning adventure into the worlds of music and movement. Kids are exposed to music through songs, games and group activities. We then encourage self-expression and creativity through the exploration of dance and yoga.
Call 310-397-1262 for more info
www.FUNdamentalsmedia.com
REDUCE, RECYCLE, AND RESELL!
A mom has created her own small home-based biz that recycles & resells national name brand books, costumes & toys (Cranium, Hasbro, Fisher-Price, Leap Frog, Lego, and more!) that kids have outgrown or no longer play with. Everything is in great condition unless otherwise specified & offered at prices between 35 – 50% below retail! Check out photos of items currently available at: http://tinyurl.com/yde9tbu. Please contact Ellynne @ Ellycitmisc@aol.com if you’re interested in purchasing something.
This Mommy Business will Buy Your Home or Building
A Jen’s list member and mommy of 4 is buying homes and properties that need to sell fast. Call her if you owe more than your home is worth or are distressed for any reason. They specialize in short sales and foreclosures of both residential and commercial properties. They can also work with your lender so you can avoid any financial liability. Call now for a free and discreet consultation. Use code “Jens list mom” when you call (818-312-4119) or email Deven@1stbuyrealestate.com