Tuesday May 11, 2010

DriveWise Auto: Charity Driven Auto-Buying and Leasing
Looking for a new or a used car? DriveWise Auto has been able to help many Jen’s List members buy and lease their new and used vehicles, and would love to help you or anyone you know!  They are a Charity Driven Auto-Buying and Leasing Service that gives its clients the ability to buy or lease their vehicles AND to be socially responsible at the same time. DriveWise Auto will very literally do all the work, guarantee competitive pricing, a hassle-free experience, AND provide added-value by making a charitable donation as part of every purchase or lease.  This month, DriveWise Auto is celebrating the delivery of its 500th vehicle, having now donated in excess of $50,000 to local and global charities, and to having 500 Charity Driven vehicles on the roads all while providing great pricing, and great service.  Ask yourself this: if “CarPlace A” and “CarPlace B” have the same vehicle available, but “CarPlace A” offers amazing concierge service, completely unbiased advice, no pressure, a more competitive price, AND contributes to charity….where would you buy or lease your car?  Why bother spending your time running from dealership to dealership and using time that could otherwise be spent on things more important to you when DriveWise Auto can do all the work for you and without all the hassle? Even if you just have auto-related questions, call 818.345.5555, e-mail info@drivewiseauto.com or visit www.drivewiesauto.com
 
 
Today in History
·         Einstein’s presents his Theory of General Relativity. (1916)
·         BF Goodrich manufactures the first tubeless tire. (1947)
·         Jay Forrester patents computer core memory. (1951)
It is also Eat Whatever You Want Day! Celebrate something fun, everyday!
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=23
 
 
THE MODERN GIRL’S GUIDE TO STICKY SITUATIONS
From beloved and bestselling author Jane Buckingham comes a third book in the Modern Girl’s Guide series, on sale now! This collection of helpful quick fixes answers the questions you’d only feel comfortable posing to your best friend, but which only your mom, grandma, gynecologist or cleaning lady could answer. Organized by situation, THE MODERN GIRL’S GUIDE TO STICKY SITUATIONS covers everything you need to know about love, money, weddings, family, parties, beauty, and fashion. Plus, the comprehensive, easy-to-use index makes finding the solution to your dilemma a cinch no matter where or when it happens. Here are hundreds of warm, witty, and eminently wise solutions to those everyday problems that pop up as a result of impulsive actions or just plain bad luck-helpful hints on what to do if you:
– Send an email you instantly regret
– Botch your self-tan
– Discover your best friend’s husband is cheating on her
– Break your corkscrew while opening your only bottle of wine
– Run into your ex and need to look hot, fast!
– Are expected to name your baby after a family member with an awful name So no matter the sticky situation, you can be assured that in THE MODERN GIRL’S GUIDE TO STICKY SITUATIONS, the answer is just a page away.
 
 
Tuesday on CBS2 news at 11pm
4 steps to the perfect Hollywood body
Get the A-list look—without paying the A-list price.
 
 
Connection Through Sharing: An Evening with Jen Levinson  
The 3rd event in the San Fernando Valley Women’s Education Series for the Women’s Department of the Jewish Federation Valley Alliance is a Presentation by little ol’ me!
Thursday, May 13th from 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. at a home in Woodland Hills (Address provided upon RSVP)
Come meet me as I share with how generosity creates community – as in Jen’s List –  a community of over 13,000 families! I will explain how small the world can become when you reach and connect with like minds. You will also have the opportunity to learn more about PJ Library, a program of The Jewish Federation Valley Alliance. There is a small fee to cover costs. Click http://www.jewishla.org/Event_Detail.cfm?EventID=357677 to RSVP by May 7, 2010. There will be no solicitation at this event. Email LKitz@JewishLA.org for more info or any questions
 
 
A Chicks Guide To Life
Produced by Disney Family.com, with creative and editorial content and insight provided by Teri Hatcher and a team of experts, this joint effort will create a fun, inspirational and unique web destination that features a variety of topics and solutions for the needs of all women. The site hopes to be innovative and empowering and provide, with humor, insight and vulnerability, solutions to the needs and obligations of today’s modern women. It will offer a place for women to be entertained, connect with others who face the same daily challenges and become inspired along the way. Teri Hatcher will contribute original content to the site, which will feature articles, blogs, original videos series, and advice from her team of experts on everything pertaining to the demands on a woman 24/7.
Visit www.GetHatched.com for more info!
 
 
Calling all Parents
Steve Zimmer the LAUSD School Board Member will be holding a meeting on the school budget and budget cuts Thursday May 13, 2010 6:30 P.M. – 8 P.M. at Woodland Hills Academy in the auditorium 20800 Burbank Blvd Woodland Hills, Ca 91367. Call Celia Lopez 213-241-6387 for more information.
 
 
California Cozy
An online baby boutique featuring Aden & Anais, Angel Dear, Barefoot Dreams, Little Giraffe, Noodle & Boo, JazzyToes and SwaddleDesigns.  They offer Free Shipping on all orders over $50 and Personalized Gifts with embroidery.  They are offering 10% off to all Jens List readers through June 2010 with the code JENSLIST.
 
 
Want A Green Dry Cleaner That Delivers To Your Door?
FREE Pick-up and Delivery Service – 20% off Your 1st Order and a FREE Mini Lint Brush. Select Cleaners offers Low Prices and Great Service! They service the West Valley Monday through Saturday. Go to www.Select-Cleaners.com and select “Request A Pick Up” or Call 818-826-9294.
Family Owned and Environmentally Friendly
*Jen’s List Members receive 10% off your orders forever**
Price Sheets are located on the website
 
 
6 PREMIERE FLOOR SEAT TICKETS to KIIS-FM’s SOLD-OUT WANGO TANGO
Wango Tango is rapidly approaching!  THIS Saturday, May 15th at the Staples Center with an All-Star Lineup.  Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, and featuring: Justin Bieber, Usher, Akon, Adam Lambert, Ke$ha, B.o.B, Iyaz & more!  These premiere seats are ticketed together on the Floor in Section 4, Row 15.  Selling for FACE  VALUE – $195.00 each. Please contact Jeremy at 818-802-7516 or email at beljer@aol.com
 
 
Kushies Diaper Bag Collection
Known for their fabulous line of high quality baby and toddler products (including their award-winning Zolo toy line), these two bags highlight the new collection, the Boho featuring a striking chocolate brown and white pattern design and the Whimsy bag with a fun, floral print for a whimsical touch.  The Boho features multiple pockets for easy organization, an easy access exterior pocket, stroller snaps with snap closure, 2 bottle pockets, a pacifier pocket and convenient padded change mat.  The Whimsy includes thermal bottle pockets with reflective insulation and a key fob in addition to many practical features including a changing mat, multiple pockets and more.  For more information visit www.kushiesonline.com.
 
 
Acupuncture in the Dentist Chair?  You Bet!
Acupuncture has been shown to relax nervous dental patients.
 
 
Determine to Succeed hosts K-6 ADMISSIONS LECTURE
Tuesday, MAY 25th 7:30-9:00pm
Luxe Hotel – 11461 Sunset Blvd in Brentwood
$40pp/$75 per couple– http://dtsla.kintera.org/Maylectures — Admissions Directors from 6 of the top private schools in the Valley and Westside. They will offer information about the dos and don’ts of the process, including how to prepare your child, find the right school for you, and handle the testing and interview process, so you can feel confident when applying!
 
 
Fabulous giveaway!  
Jeneration PR, a Public Relations & Marketing Firm founded by a Jen’s List Member, is celebrating their 5 Year Anniversary. Become a fan of Jeneration PR on Facebook for a chance to win a  $150 Beauty Gift Basket!  They are picking one winner this Friday.  You can tweet the giveaway for additional entries, too.  Who wouldn’t want to win $150 in hair care & cosmetics?  
http://bit.ly/cFNpzg

Some veggie burgers found to contain harmful substance, hexane, used to process soy

 
 
St. James Parish Preschool in South Pasadena is hosting an open house
Friday, May 14th at 9:45 AM in the Parish Hall
Come learn about this gem of a preschool & Kindergarten with a developmental learning style and approach. St. James provides each child with the opportunity to grow at his/her own pace, physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially in a happy atmosphere of love and understanding. The open house event is for adults only. Please call 626.799.6906 for more info.
 
 
BRAIN GAMES – Avoid summer brain drain!
The Center for Summer Learning at Johns Hopkins University claims there is more emphasis on summer reading than on mathematics, which explains in part whykids lose ground in math over the summer.Enroll your child in Brain Games or Brain Boot Camp to keep their skills sharp or improve skills!Call Debi Yanover at 818 620 2535
 
 
The Mother Company
A group of dedicated mothers and parents in need of a new kind of children’s entertainment. Their content for preschool-age children — high quality DVDs, iPhone apps, books and related products — focus on social and emotional learning: from the everyday concerns (feelings, manners, tantrums, friendship, healthy eating, sibling rivalry) to the harder-to-talk-about topics that some families face (illness, divorce, death). They aim to be a trusted partner for parents who strive to raise healthy, safe, well-adjusted children.
                       
 
CHATSWORTH HILLS ACADEMY CAMP OPEN HOUSE
Has your child ever wanted to learn to surf? Or build a robot? Or care for a horse? Learn about these opportunities and more at our camp open house, Sunday, May 16 from 1-4 p.m. Serving children from 2 1/2 to 14 years of age, CHA offers a variety of programs so you can create your child’s ideal summer. For more information contact Tim Gerrity, (818) 998-4037 x 121
21523 Rinaldi Street in Chatsworth.
 
 
CELLA SKIN CARE has a wonderful new studio and an amazing new Spa Package!
Cella Skin Care in collaboration with Diana Faulk, LMT presents: The  “Friend and Me” Ultimate Spa Package. Bring a friend and each will enjoy: A Luxurious Customized 302 Skin Care Facial (55 min.) & a Sublimely Relaxing 55 min. Massage. $140/person (save $60). Offer expires June 30, 2010
Cella Skin Care at Pure Health Wellness Center
5348 Topanga Canyon Blvd. #106 in Woodland Hills
818-623-7333
 
 
Buzzy® Helps Needle Pain
Developed by a Pediatrician, Buzzy® is a reusable pain relief device to bring with you to the doctor. Just press on the skin during the shot to rapidly reduce needle pain
 
 
BABY SACKS…ONE-OF-A-KIND BABY AND TODDLER CLOTHING
Designer Paula Sacks uses a 30-year collection of vintage and modern fabrics to create unique clothing designs featuring hand-cut appliqués on the front, shoulders and tush. Collections include coordinating bibs, burp cloths, blankets and bath towels. All 100% cotton, pre-washed and pre-shrunk. Custom baskets make great shower gifts. Santa Monica Design Studio open by appointment. Mention Jen’s List for 10% off. 310.396.2229 or www.babysacks.com
 
 
Have you embraced natural products yet for you, your kids and your home?
Whether you have already or you’re waiting for a small push, here is an offer that’s sure to delight. Abe’s Market is a cool, new, online market for natural products. It fosters discovery of remarkable natural products and lets you meet the real people who make them, including some inspiring Los Angeles-area momtrepreneurs.
 
 
Multiplication
Techniques, tips, and secrets used by master teachers
 
 
be, an emerging lifestyle media company
The website features A Moment of Wellness” segments, which will offer simplerelatable tips for integrating positive lifestyle changes into everyday life. The 90-second segments will feature wellness experts giving tips on a variety of subjects including fitness, simple yoga movements that can help alleviate every day back pain and eliminate insomnia and stress; economic well-being, overall nutrition and relationship advice – and much more.
 
 
Froggy’s Summer Camp Is Back!
Come spend the summer days at Froggy’s Monday to Thursday July 5th to August 19th. 9:00am – 2:00pm $195 Week / $55 Day  Children Ages 4-12.   A $25 deposit per week per child is required, space is limited so reserve now.  Froggy’s Summer Camp is a fun, creative, enjoyable and supportive environment for children to express themselves, socialize with friends and do Arts and Crafts! 
818-980-3764
11332 Camarillo Street in Toluca Lake
 
 
Join the JEM Center for Shavuot at the Coronado Loews Hotel
May 19th and 20th
Featuring guest speakers * First class accommodations * Fine kosher dining Enjoy a retreat of Friendship and Inspiration in the spectacular setting of Coronado Bay. For more information call 310-772-0000.
 
 
DO YOU KNOW A CHILD THAT CAN BENEFIT FROM HAVING A JEWISH BIG BROTHER or SISTER?
JBBBSLA is here for children of Jewish families at no cost. Call (323) 456-1149 for more info!
 
 
Earth, Wind & Fire(works) at the Hollywood Bowl
Spend Friday, September 3rd picnicing under the stars with Earth, Wind and Fire(works) when they perform for the first time ever with the full orchestra. The multi-Grammy winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Famers will bring their countless hits to life for this history-making show at the Hollywood Bowl – don’t miss it! Garden Box of four(4) tickets, plus parking pass available. Contact weiss_allison@yahoo.com for more information.
 
 
The Crayon Box “pARTies”
Get a group of friends together (from 3 years-old to adults) for arts and crafts parties in the comfort of your own home. Choose from unique projects for all ages (mosaic flower pots, decoupage picture frames, sock creature dolls, Sculpey clay animals and mezuzahs, taped journals, or drawing and painting skills etc). What a great way to entertain for birthday parties, sleepovers, summertime play dates or coffee/desserts for friends. The Crayon Box “pARTies” will bring everything that you’ll need for a one-of-a-kind, creative experience with friends! Owned and operated by Nancy Wasserman, Elementary School Teacher & Art Specialist for over 20 years. Please contact her for party prices, complete project list, and pictures. Contact Nancy Wasserman @ nwasserman@earthlink.net. References are gladly provided.
 
 
PILATES
$30.00 for an hour, in Northridge, private studio Reformer work ONLY By appt. only, 20 years experience. Call Lisa 818-993-3021
 
 
Jungle Land May Specials 
Bring your kids in anytime on: Mondays- pay for 1 Sibling and get one or more for FREE!
(Must be siblings to receive discount.)
Tuesdays-pay only $4.00 per child. That’s more than half off!
Bring this email in to receive these great discounts. (Not valid on Memorial Day)
30315 Canwood St. in Agoura Hills, Ca. 91301
818-706-9002
 
 
Insider Pages “Insider Pages Heath & Medical”
It will help to find the right doctor in your area. The site has Doctor Finder, a new tool devoted to making it easy to find a doctor, dentist or medical specialist based on the criteria most important to patients.  Frustrated by the limited functionality and lack of patient reviews available on most health insurance websites, Insider Pages created a solution that combines all the criteria critical to selecting a doctor — in one place.  Now, users can search for a doctor based on factors such as patient ratings and specialty, insurance plans accepted, board certification and record, gender and years of experience.  Insider Pages allows individuals to share first-hand reviews of their doctors and to rank the doctor based on nine specific factors such as ease of making an appointment, whether they felt the doctor spent sufficient time with them, and whether they felt the doctor listened to and answered their questions. Through a partnership with HealthGrades, the leading independent healthcare ratings organization, Insider Pages gives users access to 1.2 million patient ratings and 15 discrete data points on each of more than 800,000 doctors. For additional information on Insider Pages Health & Medical, or to find the right doctor in your area, please visit: http://www.insiderpages.com/doctorfinder
 
 
ARE YOU READY TO CONQUER YOUR CLUTTER AND CHANGE YOUR LIFE?
If you are tired of struggling with the life you’re living and think that your clutter is holding you back, we want to hear your story! Let Organizational expert, Peter Walsh, help you achieve your goals with your home and your life! A show For OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network is now seeking Los Angeles area residents who are ready to dig deep and change their lives! Email story, picture and contact info to bigfishcasting@mac.com
 
 
May is the time to plant heat-loving vegetables and flowers
 
 
Raffle Prizes Needed for WWII Veterans Reunion
The 2nd Air Division of Southern California’s Eighth Air Force of WWII, will be celebrating their 29th Reunion on June 5, 2010. These brave men flew the B-24 Liberator Bomber with pride over Nazi occupied Europe and were a major force in the final Liberation of Europe. Over 26,000 young men were killed and more than 28,000 were shot down and tortured in Nazi POW Camps.  They come together to honor and remember all those lost and to raise money with their raffle to benefit “The Mighty Eighth Museum” in Savannah, Georgia. To make a financial or raffle donation, please contact: Peggy Learman  (818) 366-6972 – whiteplains38@aol.com