Aquatic Safety Instruction
has a new West Hills Home!
In addition to the Encino & Northridge locations, today’s Jen’s List sponsor, ASI, opens their newest pool located at the Kadima Day School. Did you know that ASI is one of the founding Water Safety Instructional schools in the So Cal area? As providers for the American Red Cross, their standards are high and they require that all aquatic staff are Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Lifeguard (LG) certified. Most staff are professional educators with a min of a BA within Physical Education or have their teaching credentials. Planning a Party? With over 700 events under their belts, let them watch your pool so you can enjoy your guests. “Swimming instruction is not enough! Learning to survive is everything!” All pools are heated to an average of 88 degrees. All Pools & Registration is now open. Register by May 21st and receive a $25 credit on your second month!
Email information@aquaticsafetyinstruction.org for more info or call 818 363-0221.
www.aquaticsafetyinstruction.org
Today in History
The Rolling Stones record the now infamous song “Satisfaction”. (1965)
The Beatles movie “Let it Be” premieres. (1970)
“Mr. October”, Reggie Jackson becomes the 1st major league ballplayer to strike out 2,000 times. (1983)
It is also Frog Jumping Day & Etiquette Day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=25
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Montana Avenue Sidewalk Sale
Saturday, May 15th from 10a-6p
More than 60 high-end stores are participating, offering anywhere from 15% to 90% off. There are plenty of options for the kids at stores like Janie and Jack, Peek, Aren’t You Curious and Quilted Monkey. Or if you get some precious “me” time, you can check out great places like Jill Roberts, Lucy, Michael Stars or Blue Jeans Bar. There are amazing deals on exclusive handbags, jewelry & accessories, shoes, home décor items, beauty products, antiques, even pet products. It’s a wonderful day in the sunshine, shopping in a neighborhood setting at stores you might not have checked out before. For more info, visit www.montanaave.com, or become a Facebook friend at Montana Avenue
AMAZING” DEALS AT LIBRARY
The Friends of the Woodland Hills Library will hold a sale and promoting “amazing prices” on selected books, CDs, videos, collectibles and that sort of thing. And get this: If you can pull them away from their texting device, your kids will get a free book! The bad news is that members get dibs with an early sale from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday. The good news is that memberships are only $10. There will probably still be some good deals left when the general public is invited 1:30 to 5 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. There will also be a remainder sale from 2 to 5:30 p.m. Monday.For more information, call 818-226-0017. All proceeds go to support the library.
22200 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills
Join Kitchen Kid at the Healthy Living Festival!
Sunday 5/16 in Downtown Manhattan Beach at the Meltox and 13th St. Plaza, featuring food, fun, and entertainment! The Healthy Living Festival is a free event sponsored by Growing Great, the non-profit nutrition education organization dedicated to inspire healthy eating. Look for the Kitchen Kid and YogaBuddies table! We’ll be making chef hats and doing kids’ yoga! Wonderfully cute kids’ aprons, kitchen gear, and yoga DVDs will be for sale. Receive $25 off each delicious session when you sign up for Kitchen Kid Summer Cooking Camp at the festival! For more information visit: www.KitchenKid.com/summercamp or www.GrowingGreat.org or www.YogaBuddies.com
$$$ Mommy’s Used Clothing Buy-Sell-Swap-a-thon! $$$
Are You tired of watching your kids outgrow their clothes in a matter of WEEKS? Do you have things that you wouldn’t mind trading in for some extra cash? Attend our Swap-a-thon! Admission: $10. Call (818) 347-PLAY to register Refreshments will be served. All bidding will start at $1.
Saturday June 5, 2010 6:00-8:30 pm
Kali’s Garden
4920 Topanga Canyon Blvd. in Woodland Hills
Receive a Comprehensive Home Energy Audit by GreenHomes America
For the special price of $59! For over 25 years GreenHomes America has served homeowners and improved the comfort, safety and energy savings of more than 10,000 families. On average they have saved customers more than $800 per year in energy costs. The GreenHomes Energy Audit pinpoints sources of high energy consumption and health/comfort issues in your home, such as air leaks, insufficient insulation, moisture, defective ductwork, gas leaks, ventilation, and inefficient windows, HVAC equipment, hot water heaters, lighting and appliances. Let GreenHomes America’s certified Advisors complete the Home Energy Audit with you as an active participant, analyze the results, and share a detailed set of recommendations based on your needs and any health or safety issues found. Contact their toll-free 24 hr hotline at (800) 784-1930 to schedule a Comprehensive Home Energy Audit. Be sure to mention Jen’s List in order to receive this special $59 offer. Learn more about GreenHomes America at www.greenhomesamerica.com
New Mom’s Group
Group for new moms, moms again, or expecting moms,
Mondays, starting Monday May 10, at 7:30 – 8:30 pm
18075 Ventura Blvd in Encino
The goal of this group is to assist you in reaching a level of confidence, knowledge, and emotional calmness that is needed to be the best mom that you can be. Facilitated by: Tanya Prochko, MSEd, MFTI (#58337), working under Natalie Cohen, LMFT (#38549). Tanya is a mother of 2 and has extensive experience working with parents in fostering healthy relationships with their children, as well as facilitating various groups for women. Tanya will complement the discussions with a professional component, offering helpful tips and ideas in dealing with the challenges presented by the members. Sample Topics: *Mitigating the anxiety associated with having a baby, *Time management, *Maintaining a healthy relationship with your spouse, *Concerns associated with going back to work, *Dealing with an older child when you have a newborn, *Encouraging your spouse to participate more in caring for baby, *Unhealthy family involvement in making decisions for your child, *Relaxation techniques, and much more! Contact: Tanya at (917) 657-6232 or Tanyaprochko@gmail.com to sign up. SPACE IS LIMITED. Fee: $7 per session, or $60/12 sessions.
At the Early Childhood Education Center at Kadima Day School
Children ages 2-5 learn and make friends in a warm and loving environment that integrates Jewish values and customs with art, music, movement and fun. The ECEC provides a developmentally academic program along with the benefits of a full-service school and access to many amenities on the4-acre campus, including each of our 3 school yards, swimming pool, 6,000 volume library, hot-lunch, nurse, campus Rabbi and a faculty and staff dedicated to nurturing and educating young minds. For SUMMER CAMP and FALL enrollment information, contact Randi Riddle, ECEC Director or Michelle Starkman, Director of Admissions at admissions@kadimaacademy.net or 818-346-0849.
Ciara Dance Studio Summer Camp!
OPEN HOUSE MAY 23 1-4 PM FREE CLASES Discounts, Pizza, Raffles
Musical Theatre/Hip Hop Camp for Kids 3-5, 6-12 and teens ,All Summer July 5-Aug 27th 10-4pm Acting ,Musical Theatre, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Voice. Directors Neisha Folkes & Cindy Mc Gee. New Mini Camp for ages 3-5 years olds M-T 9:15-10:15 each. Visit www.tripletalent.com or call 818 615-0400 for more information & sign ups!
6729 Fallbrook Ave West Hills Ca 91307 (Fallbrook and Vanowen)
Second Annual Santa Clarita Valley Jewish Food Festival!
Sunday, May 16, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dozens of vendors offering all of your favorite delicacies! FREE LIVE entertainment all day. FREE children’s play area, complete with bouncy house, high-tech photo booth and more! Come for a nosh, stay for the fun! Bridgeport Marketplace, Newhall Ranch Road at McBean Parkway in Valencia, just minutes from the 5 freeway. For more info, call 661/255-6410 or visit www.templebethami.org
Shop to Support Women Around the World!
Attend the event at the Rose Cafe on May 26th from 6:30- 9:30 to support the FEED Foundation and Hands Up, Not Handouts. The event is free and encourages ethical shopping celebrating women around the world. 220 Rose Street, Venice CA. RSVP: connect@handsupnothandouts.org
Lustre JEWELRY Boutique – L.A. FARMER’S Market
Located in LA’s prized Original Farmer’s Market at The Grove, Lustre Jewelry boutique provides an incredible selection of high fashion jewelry in a range of styles catering to its diverse and stylish clientele. The gorgeous collections of over forty worldly designers are showcased throughout the store. Name brand artists such as Dana Kellin, Heather Benjamin, Melissa Joy Manning, and Pyrrha are featured, as well as several highly renowned local independent artisans. Along with the range of talented designers, is a range in price, so that every fashionista can take home a unique piece in a variety of metals, stones, and settings. Lustre associates are very friendly and knowledgeable about the jewelry, and are happy to help pick out that ‘something special,’ making this boutique an irresistible destination!
6333 W. 3rd St., #614 in Los Angeles
323-933-6449
www.lustrestore.com
New video on how a child can survive alone in the water, if supervision ever breaks down
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGFgMWlAaTU
Not a month goes by where we don’t hear from a parent that found out about Infant Swimming Resource too late
www.infantswim.com
In His Hands CPR & First Aid
Offers CPR & First Aid classes in the Los Angeles area. Mobile service to your location. Services available for community groups, friends & family, babysitters, moms groups, church groups, coaches, teachers etc. Everyone should learn CPR to help save a life. Group rates offered to Jens list subscribers. Contact Dee Dee Barksdale @ (818) 324-6570 by phone or by email to inhishandscpr@socal.rr.com
Are You Diabetic or Know Someone Who is?
Diabetes Health Alternatives, the new weekly online radio show for people living and thriving with diabetes. So what is Diabetes Health Alternatives all about? It’s a space for diabetics to talk about diabetes management, alternative treatments, uplifting stories and useful diabetes resources. Every week, they will speak with experts, educators and alternative therapists about the latest developments in diabetes care. New show up every Monday! Email bradleykapture@mac.com for more info!
Want to do Something Special for Your Kid? Give Them a Room Makeover!
Donna Gysin specializes in budget friendly fun and functional kid’s rooms. From nurseries to teen havens, let Donna put her decorating magic to work for you. She will deliver creative storage solutions, functional space planning, and awesome room transformations! Your kids will love their rooms! Call Donna now for a free decorating consultation at 818-399-4069
Pre-Summer Car Care Specials At AutoAid
Hot weather adversely affects Engines (overheating, seizing up), Air Conditioning A/C (warm air or no air at all), Tires (blow-outs, under-inflation), Batteries (No starts, failures). Avoid problems in these areas this summer with the following:
***19.95 Oil Change
Most cars, up to 5 qts oil & filter
Synthetic Oil & Diesels extra
***FREE FREON with Air Conditioning (AC) Service
AC visual inspection of related components
Cooling System Check, (belts, hoses, water pump)
*** FREE Tire Rotation
Tire air pressure check and fill
*** FREE Battery Load Test
Offer good through June 11, 2010 Contact David or Tony at 818-901-1113 Mon- Fri: 7:30-5:30 www.autoaidrescue.com
Neverland Nannies & Domestics
Provides quality in-home staffing to families within the Greater L.A. area. With a special focus on Children, they only offer the most qualified & nurturing child care professionals in the industry, ensuring that every child is in exceptional hands. Their referrals include: Nannies, Baby Nurses, Newborn Care, Companions, Housekeepers & more. Neverland N&D is insured, accredited by the BBB & member of the International Nanny Assoc. Please call 818-888-9894 for more info.
Holistic Facials by Karina
Presents a special offer for Jen’s list subscribers: $20 off all facials. Gift Certificates $50. Dry or dehydrated skin? Help is here! They have a great hydration agent on the market Sodium Hyaluronate-nature “moisture magnet.” All products contain no parabens, dyes or scents, Fresh 100% sea plant mask& a fresh 33% Swiss Collagen Serum. They Specialize in Rosacea treatments and products. For appt. call (323) 663-8382 or email karina@facialsbykarina.com
www.FacialsbyKarina.com
Little French Flea Market Back by Popular Demand at The Hidden Chateau and Gardens
Come for a wonderful day in a gorgeous French Garden, TREASURE hunting and spending the day with your fabulous friends and family. They will have refreshments, music and amazing merchandise, including cottage chic, French style decor, antiques, vintage clothing and jewelry, collectibles, furniture, linens and just about anything you may be looking for. Contact Ann Sayre 818-606-6543 for selling info
Bridal Fitness Boot Camp! Non-Brides Welcome!
Saturdays, 8am at Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey (across from the Marriott). Park for free in the Waterfront restaurant lot. – Wedding date/date specific programs – Complete fitness & health assessment – Day by day personalized nutrition program – Day by day personalized fitness program – Regular tracking and adjustments – Connections to valuable wedding vendors & gift bags!! Learn more at http://bwellfit.com
SuperSMASH ’10 Annual Neighborhood Fair/Silent Auction
Saturday, June 5th from 11:30AM-5:30pm
SMASH campus
2525 5th Street in Santa Monica
Great for the whole family. Kids can enjoy games of skill or luck, rides that are exciting or tame, art projects to kindle their inner Kandinsky, live music to move your groove thing, food and drinks to fuel your body and a Silent Auction for remarkable deals (bidding is open to the public).
GET A NEW PERSPECTIVE ON NETWORKING!
CONSCIOUS CONNECTORSSM is a unique networkshop designed to help you get to know other professionals beyond their business card. Come to connect, learn and have a lot of fun doing it! (Please – no products – just services) $25.00 (10% donated to a local charity)
Saturday, May 22 from 3 to 6 pm– held in Woodland Hills. E-Mail to receive an Evite so you can reserve your space as the only service professional in your niche/industry: docmoxa@sbcglobal.net. – Presented by Co-Founders: Kathy Long, Licensed Acupuncturist, and Shirley Oya, Personal Life Coach.
www.shirleyoya.com
HYPNOTHERAPY, A Tool to Make a Change.
Hypnosis is something you allow to happen. You have within you, the power to change almost anything you want about your thoughts or behavior. Isabelle Marret – Hypnotherapist C.Ht – office in Agoura Hills – phone # 818-917-5713 – 1st session $85 – 1 hour session $ 65 (works on Saturdays – in English – in French). For more information
www.Hypnotherapy.la
Want to Live Like a Celebrity Mom?
Sweet Peas & Stilettos, http://www.SweetPeasandStilettos.com/ is the definitive guide to the best online resources for chic modern moms. You’ll find eco-friendly products for family and home, top of the line baby and nursery essentials, diaper services, baby planners, luxury family travel ideas, stylish family organizers and day planners, home decorating ideas, iPhone apps for moms, the best deals on designer handbags and shoes, and a lot more.
Information on Postpartum Health
The Center for Postpartum Health notified us that CNN.com is putting out a call for personal stories about how women have dealt with postpartum depression. Via “CNN’s i-Report” people can send in their personal stories via webcam. CNN then edits them and airs them on the network or as part of a program they produce for the web. Those interested should go to the following link: http://bit.ly/d5vP2b. The Center for Postpartum Health, specializing in the assessment and treatment of perinatal and postpartum illness, offers weekly support groups for moms of newborns through the first year and beyond. A member of Postpartum Support International, The Center recognizes that one in eight women suffer from postpartum health issues each year but 80% of them go undiagnosed. It is critical that they find support during this challenging time. To join a group, contact Cathy Doré, M.A., MFTI or Dr. Diana Lynn Barnes, Psy.D., MFT, (818) 887-1312 ext. 2.
Top Quality Pet Services brought to you by Pooch Buddies
From Janet Spiegel, owner of Pooch Buddies (www.PoochBuddies.com), the popular top quality pet services based out of Encino, a quick reminder that Memorial Day weekend is coming up soon and for those of you with kids in LAUSD, Friday, May 28th is now a furlough day…which means a 4-day weekend for your kids. If you are thinking of a quick get-away without your pets, she’s still got space for home visits, walks, overnights and boarding over that weekend. Also, school will let out one week early, on June 18th, and start one week later, on September 13th — so a longer summer than usual — and lots more dates for vacation planning. If you already know when you might be taking vacation this summer, and haven’t quite figured out what to do with your dog or cat, please contact Janet. She’d love to meet you and your pets! You can reach her at 818.430.3245 or at info@PoochBuddies.com. Let her know you are a Jen’s Lister and you’ll get a patterned Lupine collar or leash with your first booking!
Laser Tag Fundraising Event for Calabash Elementary School
Tuesday, May 25th from 4-8pm.
Pre-sale tickets are only $15 each and include 4 hours of unlimited laser tag at Ultrazone LaserTag in Sherman Oaks! One game of laser tag costs $9, so this is a great savings! Plus, all proceeds go to support a local elementary school. Email Jennifer@budowdesign.com to take advantage of the pre-sale price. Tickets at the door will be $20 each.
14622 Ventura Blvd, Suite 208 in Sherman Oaks.
Helping is A Picnic!
Saturday, May 22nd from 11:30am – 3:00pm
Woodbridge Park
11240 Moorpark St in Studio City
Please bring a picnic and enjoy a great day with your family and/or friends. A day of fun filled activities and entertainment for children! Meet at the children’s playground. This drive is to help Los Angeles Family Housing and all donations will be given to families in need. Items needed: toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, deodorant, diapers (of all sizes)
Children’s Drama Club
Thursdays 3-5PM & Sundays 1-3PM
Provides an opportunity for children interested in theater to participate in all aspects of play production. Drama is a great outlet for kids to express themselves amongst their peers. Also, Los Angeles is the entertainment capital in the world and what could be better than preparing a child early to reach their dream in entertainment? If you have questions please contact Brian Tracy at (818) 774-2840 or briantracy@ymcala.org .
Freezer Meal Workshop!
May 20th at 10am or 7pm
Tired of making the same meals? Come and make 10 meals to feed 4 people each using all natural Wildtree products! No preservatives, additives, msg, or food dyes. Low salt and sugar and 100% peanut free! Save time and money and have healthy “fast food”, ready to go in your freezer! $40 fee. Located at Beverly Glen/Mulholland. Contact robinjcurtis@usa.net for more info!
http://www.robincurtis.mywildtree.com
HAVE ART WILL TRAVEL: CHILDREN’S ART LESSONS IN YOUR HOME!
Nurture your children’s creativity. 10 years of experience as an elementary school art teacher – will come to your home, and do amazing art projects with your children! Everything from watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, mask making, cartooning and more! Rates are competitive. For more information contact Laurel Schwartz at 818 929-0241.
KID GOT TALENT? GET DISCOVERED AND GET WORKING!
Saturday, May 22nd from 1-3pm
Have your child meet, read and leave picture for Niner Parikkh who casts Disneys That’s So Raven, Cory In The House, Soul Surfers, Imagination Movers etc, and Debbie Entin of Rising Talent Management during a fun and informative workshop. Ages 6-18. Everyone will get a written feedback. For more information email actingshowcase1@gmail.com or 818-222-7484.
Fee $75
Valley West Actors Space
22743 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills
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