Monday May 3, 2010

Hey Moms!  Get your spouse to give you the best mothers day gift ever…
Time with “Your Gadget Guru” to complete that “Honey Do” list.  Have you been waiting for hubby to backup, speed up or upgrade your computer? Connect the blue ray player? Hang the new flat screen TV on the wall? Or fix any of a variety of tech items in your home? Call “Your Gadget Guru” – for all your home and small business technology needs! Affordable and dependable, same-day service.
-PC / MAC Expert -Snow Leopard and Windows 7 upgrades and installs -Home Theatre Installation, Flat screen TV hanging, Wireless speakers, Apple TV, Netflix movie Streaming -Data Backup/ Recovery -Virus, Adware Removal -Wireless Networks/wireless printing -On-line banking with bill pay -Manage finances and investments (Quickbooks or Quicken) -Digitize your Home or office. scan photos, copy music CD’s and DVD’s into iTunes -Go paperless (eFax, voicemail to text/email, Skype, Google Voice, Video Conferencing) -iPhone / Blackberry/Pre, iPods, iPAD -Digital Cameras & Camcorders -Alarms and Nanny / Security Cams -Free Electronics Recycling!
Gregg from “Your Gadget Guru” will show you what technologies fit your needs and lifestyle. Everything from purchasing, setting up, installing and training. It is like having own your personal technology guide!
Call Gregg at (818) 485-1444 or email gregg@yourgadgetguru.com
  
Today in History
·         Christopher Columbus discovers “St Iago”. It is later renamed Jamaica.(1494)
·         Joe DiMaggio makes his major-league debut with 3 hits for the NY Yankees.(1936)
·         Margaret Mitchell wins Pulitzer prize for “Gone With the Wind. (1937)
It is also Learn How to Ride a Bike Day and Wear Two Colored Shoes Day
 
 
PlayandGrow 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. 
DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING TOOLS for 9- to 12-month-olds
•  By 9 or 10 mo. old, babies are usually able to creep, crawl or cruise around the room (walking with the furniture’s assistance).  Give him toys to hone his motor and cognitive skills.
•  Using objects as tools, Baby is pushing a ball with a stick or chasing the carrots around his plate with a spoon. 
•  He’s also more interested in interactive activities.  Tickle him and let him tickle you back. 
Consider the following Developmental Learning Tools options (with skills development):
•  TACTILE balls – roll/crawl after fabric/textured plastic balls (tactile, gross motor, creataivity, visual, auditory, thinking/learning)
•  HIGH CHAIR activity center – try suction-cup items w/ lots of activities (tactile, fine motor, creativity, visual, auditory, thinking/learning)
•  FLAP books – with engaging illustrations, gentle rhymes, sturdy expanding flaps to mix/match animals/people (fine motor, social/emotional, life skills, creativity, visual, auditory, language/vocabulary, thinking/learning)
Next week – “Developmental Learning Tools for 9-mo- to 12-mo-olds, Pt. 2”  Any ?’s – email msmarm@roadrunner.com
 
 
Don’t miss the fabulous Mother’s Day Issue of LA MOM MAGAZINE
Just click www.lamommagazine.com and subscribe online it’s free!
 
 
Flowers for Mother’s Day
Express your admiration and love for mom this Mother’s Day by sending her a beautiful, professionally-designed, custom arrangement filled with a generous amount of seasonal flowers including lilac, roses, tulips, dahlias, and orchids. We deliver all over the SF Valley, Los Angeles, Conejo Valley, and Malibu. All Jen’s List subscribers receive 20% off your order. Visit the websites for Mother’s Day specials:
www.malibugardenflorist.com or call 310-894-6721
www.conejovalleyflorist.com or call 805-832-6607
 
 
It’s a new year – time to take of you and YOUR SKIN!!
My skin, seriously, feels amazing! Mindy’s microdermabraision treatments are terrific! She is wonderful and I had to share her experience with ALL of Jens List! Don’t wait in a doctor’s office – Stay home and let Mindy come to you! Not only is she bubbly and outgoing, sweet and friendly, but being a seasoned RN (and still working in a doc’s office once a week), she knows her stuff backwards and forwards, up and down. I learn more and more every time I speak to her in about skin care than I ever have at any dermatologist appt in my 39 years. She is very low pressure – not in it to sell any products, does not represent a product line, in fact, she swears by over the counter regimens, which are both economical and easy to find.  She herself performs microdermabrasion with a Diamond Tome machine, used in doctors’ offices and ONLY doctors and RN’s can own. No need to use messy crystals others leave behind. She also has slew of other services (all mobile) that she her associates perform, such as, haircuts & coloring, massage, make-up application, manicures/pedicures that will come to your home. Also, if someone hosts a party at their home for 6 people or more, the hostess will receive a service for free.  Peels on Wheels has been featured in many publications and used by tons of celebrity’s – check out the press – http://www.peelsonwheelsla.com/Press.html. Call 818.825.4399 or visit www.peelsonwheelsla.com for more information.  She is terrific and the prices are comparable if not lower than going someplace. Plus, mention Jens List and get 10% off your 1st treatment!! You will love her!
 
 
Mother’s Day is Mother’s Appreciation Day at Dodger Stadium
The Dodgers will wear pink ribbons on their uniforms. Several players will use pink bats, including Andre Ethier, Casey Blake, Matt Kemp and Russell Martin. Special pink merchandise will be available throughout the stadium as well. The Dodgers’ My Town section will be turned into Dodgertown, Mothers and fans who buy seats in the section will get pink Dodgertown, Mothers t-shirts and a special all-you-can-eat menu of grilled chicken sandwiches with marinated artichokes and parmesan cheese, seasonal fruit, Dodger Dogs, nachos, peanuts, popcorn and soft drinks. Two dollars from every ticket sold in the section will go to ThinkCure!, the Dodgers’ official charity, to help fight breast cancer and find a cure. Susan G. Komen For the Cure will present a giant pink ribbon on the field during pregame ceremonies. After the game, mothers and their families can walk around the warning track as part of a Mother’s Day Walk in the Park. And here are links to more information about Dodgertown, Mothers: http://bit.ly/aZ9Gmy
 
 
Lucy Ann
The original hand-stamped jewelry collection that allows you to personalize your charms with the name of your loved ones.
 
 
“We Cannot Predict….But we CAN Prepare!“
As a Jen’s List Member & President of the Emergency Cafe, Cari Butler offers a one stop site “serving all your emergency preparedness needs”! You can choose custom kits for your home, car, office or school. Clients include celebrities, families, and corporations. The kits were the” IT” item at the Dancing with the Stars Gifting Suite! Private in home safety evaluations are also available. Call Cari at 310.823.6999 for an appt or order online at www.emergencycafe.com. Enter VAL 10 at checkout for a 10% discount!
 
 
Heart Leader: A Personal Journey to the Heart of Business and Life
A compelling, instructional and moving book providing a playbook of guidance, growth & solutions for businesses and individuals. Combining inspirational stories & valuable lessons learned from 20 years of business leadership, Heart Leader contains numerous practical tools that can be immediately implemented by readers to improve their careers, businesses, relationships & lives. The author’s personal journey, recollected in the book, is a roller-coaster of success, failure, joy and pain, and his story serves as an inspiration for his readers. Daryl Wizelman is a leadership, corporate culture, emotional intelligence, life planning and work/life balance motivational speaker who consults with companies, associations, professional athletes, sports teams and individuals all over the world. Prior to becoming a consultant and speaker, Daryl owned and operated a financial services company from 1990-2007.  Leading more than 550 employees in a business that had $3 billion in gross volume and more than $60 million in annual revenue, Daryl managed day to day operations and communicated the company’s short and long term vision to its employees. The organization was known for its unparalleled corporate culture built on employee loyalty and world class client satisfaction.
 
 
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS LECTURE
Join this interactive and eye-opening look at the college admissions decision process from the perspective of an admissions officer. Presented by Dr. Kat Cohen, founder of IvyWise and America’s leading expert on college admissions. Thursday, May 6, 7:00 p.m., 806 North Camden, Beverly Hills, CA RSVP: carrie@teamtutors.com or 323-356-6160 Limited engagement event — $25/adult and $20/student (payable via cash or a check made out to IvyWise).
 
 
Movers
They make it their priority to help customers have an easy and stress-free moving experience, and do their best to eliminate the stress often involved with moving one’s residence or business office. Their guarantee to make your moving experience as smooth and efficient as possible! They are fully insured, licensed and have no hidden fees. Mention JEN’S list when filling out a quote on the site, or when calling 818-442-2007 to receive 5% off your move.
 
 
St. Joseph Center’s Culinary Experience for a Cause
Patina Restaurant Group Presents A Springtime Gourmet Lesson to raise funds for St. Joseph Center’s Culinary Training Program. Learn How to Prepare an Elegant Meal with Café Pinot Executive Chef Kevin Meehan. Monday, May 24, 2010 6:00p – 9:00pm. 204 Hampton Dr. Venice, CA. Fee: $120/individual, $200/couple. RSVP with payment info to Maddy Goodreau- mgoodreau@stjosephctr.org 310.396.6468 x328 -50% of class fee is tax deductible
 
 
Hair Stylist Leads
Deja Vu Salon in Brentwood would like to welcome Jen’s members to our salon with 20% off Hair Services and product .Call 1(310)319-9559 to make an appointment and mention the ad . First time new clients only. Address: 13028 San Vicente Blvd. Los Angeles , CA 90049 website: www.thedejavusalon.com
AND
Looking for an affordable and talented hair stylist? Jen’s List member Meganpennie@yahoo.com found one! Kait Marie does great cuts for ladies and guys — she can see you at Bree Salon in Studio City OR come to your home! Perfect for busy Moms — Put Kait’s number in your phone now! Kait does hair extensions, THE Brazilian Blowout, color and highlights. She has done funky and sleek styles for photo shoots, award events, and fashion shows. Kait is delightful, and best of all relatively affordable! Call 310-467-0557
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Experience for yourself the hottest, most amazing trend in hair: The Brazilian Blowout! This is a smoothing treatment that improves the condition of the hair, eliminates frizz and smoothes the cuticle. It works with ALL types of hair and will leave you with incredible shine and effortless, manageable hair that can be worn straight, curly or wavy. Non-toxic. No harsh chemicals. Lasts up to 12 wks! Mention this ad and receive $50 off. Call Jenny at Claudio Marino in Woodland Hills (818) 497-4828.
 
 
Launch Education Group’s Summer Programs!
Launch Education Group’s Summer Programs are customized to meet each student’s individual academic needs.  This summer, they are offering excellent one-to-one, in-home programs for all grades K-12. The wonderful tutors are inspiring mentors with the unique ability to make learning fun and exciting!  
•    Summer School Tutoring: Focus on specific academic subjects 
•    Academic Enrichment: Review key concepts from the past and preview concepts to come in the year ahead
•    Summer Reading: Conquer that Summer Reading List!
•    Writing Skills Improvement: Develop and complete a Summer Writing Project
•    Educational Therapy & Reading Skills Development
To learn more about the 2010 Summer Programs, visit http://www.launcheducation.com/content.php?pgID=41, email sallie@launcheducation.com, or call 310.315.0800.
 
 
Pastry Perfect Custom Cakes
Make your next special occasion out of this world with a gorgeous, delicious cake by Summer. She specializes in fondant work and makes all of her pastries from scratch. She still has some available dates in May and June, so book now before wedding season gets here! Check out her website for pictures, pricing, selection, and contact information! www.wix.com/pastryperfect/pastry-perfect
 
 
Seeking women ages 30-60 who in the past 2 yrs have purchased/installed a specific type of countertop(s) in their home
Not condo, etc..This is a paid focus group which will last approximately 1-1/2 hours, and will be held in the middle of May. If this fits you, you should be in contact by email or telephone as soon as possible: MerleResearchRecruiting@msn.com or (818) 716-5267.
 
 
Young rock band (ages 10-14) influenced by classic rockers like Led Zeppelin/Pearl Jam
Slatr was recently nominated as Showcase Artist of the Year by LA Music awards. Come see them seal the deal at The Whisky on May 26th at 7:30pm. For free tickets contact www.slatr.org or become a fan of Slatr on facebook. Slatr is also performing Sat. June 5th at 8pm at The Key Club.
 
 
Eco-Glossary
Want to know more about everything from acid rain to wind power?  Check out our eco-glossary to learn more and read recent stories.
 
 
Get up to $1500 for first-time Jewish camp!
If your Jewish-raised child has never been to a Jewish overnight summer camp, they may qualify for up to $1500 toward one of 10 Camps in California. Check eligibility at: www.onehappycamper.org or call 323.761.8320. Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, the Foundation for Jewish Camp and the Jewish Community Foundation, LA.
 
 
PROFESSIONAL MASSAGE THERAPIST WILL COME TO YOUR HOME
Don’t have time to go to the spa?  Would you like a nice relaxing moment to yourself while the kids are at school or after they go to bed? Amanda Deming is a licensed/insured, professional Massage Therapist. With experience working in both Chiropractic and Spa settings she is able to customize the massage for your personal needs. Amanda is very flexible and she will be more than happy to work around your busy schedule. When Amanda comes to your home she brings: the Table or Chair, Clean linens, Spa Music, Candles, Aromatherapy, All natural Lotion and More! (if requested). Amanda specializes in: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Pregnancy Massage(post/pre), Reflexology, Myofacial Therapy, and Hot Stone. There are a lot of great benefits from Massage and you deserve some time for yourself! The cost is $80/hr (with a full body assessment). Amanda is running a special from May 1st-June 1st: If you mention Jens List, you will receive a 10% discount! To set up an apt please contact Amanda at : amandajdeming@yahoo.com or call (818)-731-3790.
 
 
THE SPA LOUNGE
La Petite Party in Thousand Oaks is hosting a Parents’ Night Out on Friday, May 21st from 6pm – 9pm. All girls welcome for a night of manicure, pedicures, facials and fun! Ages 4 and up. $20 per child, $10 sibling discount! To register, please call 805-494-3151.
 
 
SOMETIMES IT TAKES MORE THAN A TUTOR!
Why is your very bright child not succeeding in school? If tutoring hasn’t worked, take a free screening assessment  to determine your child’s learning profile – strengths and weaknesses.Educational Therapy provides Intense Individualized Intervention to help your child become an independent learner by strengthening their weak skills.Take action – now is the time to really get ready for the next grade. Only 5 spots remaining. Contact Debi Yanover: debiyanover@roadrunner.com
 
 
Proven Investigative Success
ADRIDEN Global Inc., a Los Angeles based private investigative and security firm. In view of the problems stemming from crime, unfaithful partners and other opportunity based fraudulent activity, ADRIDEN Global conduct legal and ethical investigations, including background investigations and asset searches, in order to protect its clients personal and business interests. Through the efforts of ADRIDEN Global, their clients can make decisions in their personal, professional and business lives with the confidence that the person or company that they are interacting with has been vetted and validated. Please contact Mr. Ashour Ebrahim at 818-292-8877 or visit our website at www.adridenglobal.com to learn more about our full range of services. Be sure to mention Jen’s List to receive a FREE one hour consultation and a 10% discount on your first investigative matter. CA PI #26195.
 
 
So Cal Safety Group is offering a special rate American Heart Association CPR and First Aid
They will provide Adult, Child and Infant CPR in a three hour session that includes AHA certification book, DVD and card!  The course also includes choking and AED use all for the same cost! Don’t be fooled by other companies who offer one level with no certification! They will meet or beat any other comparable AHA CPR course offering and come to your location! Always professional! Good sense of humor! They are Jen’s list moms! They also offer EMT and Lifeguarding services for your party or event. Call 310.922.2127 for more info!
 
 
The Travels of Wiglington and Wenks Virtual World
An exciting new massive online virtual world for kids where players can travel to places around the world, through time and space, meet famous historical people, play fun enriching games, make new friends own exotic islands, build culture-inspired houses, wear all kinds of cool clothing and costumes, explore secret locations, solve ancient mysteries and become a legendary traveler! Probably the most massive virtual world for kids to date, The Travels of Wiglington and Wenks features more than 100 fun-filled educational real world and imaginary locations from the past, present and future. Parents can look forward to a safe site for their children where they will be learning about history, geography, landmarks, famous people, inventions, the environment, animals and more. And for the children, they can expect hours of fun-filled exploration. The Travels of Wiglington and Wenks was originally a children story book series by John Bittleston, later adapted into a virtual world for kids by creative entrepreneur Aldric Chang and Ngo Chee Yong.
 
 
MUSIC LESSONS
Mr. Peter’s Piano Studio
Along with offering the revolutionary “Simply Music” piano-teaching techniques (see the Studio’s web-site for descriptions), he is expanding the scope of his Studio’s concerns.  Considering dramatic results from the research of Neural Scientist’s, that indicate amazing connections between music-making and human brain efficiency/health, Mr. Peter is merging the two concerns into a singular Studio effort seeking to achieve the best of both worlds through that single effort. Email mrpeter.pianostudio@verizon.net for more info!
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Guitar/Bass/”School of Rock” lessons at YOUR HOME!
Contact Scotty if you (or your child) wants to become a rockstar! Spots filling up quick! Email scottlouiswaldman@gmail.com for more info!
 
 
Private French lessons
Nathalie is totally bi-lingual and will meet you at your house, office or neighborhood starbucks. Extremely reasonable.
Email nathaliecanessa@yahoo.com for more info!
 
 
Organically Raised: Conscious Cooking for Babies and Toddlers
 
Melt Therapy
Thai Yoga Massage * Kundalini Yoga * Doula Services. Our work counteracts effects of: • Kyphosis (hunchback) • Stressful Living • Too Much Sitting • Gravity & Prevents Pregnancy-related: • Back Labor • Back Pain • Sciatica
 
 
Pin The Sperm On The Egg
Baby Shower Game: Need a fantastic, fun and unique baby shower game? Go to http://www.PinTheSpermOnTheEgg.com and check it out! Just like to old fashion game of pin the tail on the donkey, this game will rock your shower!
 
 
Big Dog Mobile Bathing/Boarding
Nancy will come and love your dogs as they become squeeky clean! Dust off the winter mud from your furry family members and have them smelling great for spring! Excellent rates. If you are leaving for a trip and need a place you can TRUST to leave your dogs, give us a call! Dogs live in the house as a family member with our own dogs. We are on a half acre, completely walled and gated property in Simi Valley. Safe, loving home at low rates! 21 years of dog experience at all levels! Jen’s List references available for all services! Call 310.922.2127 for more info!
 
 
Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Jennifer Keagle invites you to try on bras with implants
Available in different shapes and sizes to see what you’d look like, if only.
Saturday, May 15th @ 11AM-2PM
1245 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 601 in LA.
Call 213-250-1300f for more info or visit www.drkeagle.com.
3 Free natrelle pre-consultation kits will be given away AND free consultations with Dr. Keagle!
RSVP to questions@drkeagle.com
 
 
A luau in a bowl
Have a happy, healthy Hawaiian dish that satisfies the pickiest of eaters and nourishes your body from within. In less than 15 minutes, you can have this delicious, nutrient-packed meal that makes you feel like you are on vacation in Hawaii!
http://toyourhealthnutrition.blogspot.com/2010/04/pineapple-aloha-rice.html
 
 
CENTERPIECES FOR RENT
Unique, dramatic, tall, dimensional themed, and non-themed centerpieces for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs plus other events FOR RENT. Created by S&R Originals, these centerpieces are truly memorable. Baseball, Basketball, Tennis, Soccer, Club, Dance, Modern Sculpture and more. Centerpieces can be viewed [by appointment] at our Tarzana studio. Call (818) 705-1778 or view centerpieces online www.srotogo.com.
 
 
California’s First Hebrew Language Charter School (Informative night TONIGHT)
Opening this fall 2010, for grades 7th -9th, in santa Clarita. There are a few more spots available. If there are enough children from the valley area that want to attend, there may be a shuttle bus that will transport the kids to and from school.  The school is expected to continue until 12th grade.  Small class sizes, success on a global scale! We are having an informative night tonight Monday, about the school, At 7:45pm  with the principal and vice principal, in Valley Village in a private home.  If you are interested call Liat for the address , at (818) 731-0996