Today’s Jen’s List sponsor,
Sinai Akiba Academy, invites you to visit its newly renovated West Los Angeles campus. In their urban pre-k through 8th grade day school you will find three full gymnasiums, an 80 member student orchestra, numerous other enrichment programs, academic excellence and Jewish tradition. Come see students thriving in an environment of small classrooms, where the student teacher ratio is 1:11 and where differentiated instruction allows each child to reach their full potential and develop greater self-confidence. The Sinai Akiba experience includes wireless classrooms, a state-of-the-art computer lab, music, arts and athletics, gifted and learning support programs, and leadership and community service programs. All of this empowers children and ensures them greater success. The diverse, dynamic community will prove welcoming to you and your child, and opportunities to participate and form lasting friendships abound. Rabbi Laurence Scheindlin, the headmaster, is a national leader in day school education and is the president of the Solomon Schechter Day School Association. For information or to schedule a tour, please contact Barbara Goodhill at (310) 481-3251 or email bgoodhill@sinaiakiba.org.
Sinai Akiba Academy, invites you to visit its newly renovated West Los Angeles campus. In their urban pre-k through 8th grade day school you will find three full gymnasiums, an 80 member student orchestra, numerous other enrichment programs, academic excellence and Jewish tradition. Come see students thriving in an environment of small classrooms, where the student teacher ratio is 1:11 and where differentiated instruction allows each child to reach their full potential and develop greater self-confidence. The Sinai Akiba experience includes wireless classrooms, a state-of-the-art computer lab, music, arts and athletics, gifted and learning support programs, and leadership and community service programs. All of this empowers children and ensures them greater success. The diverse, dynamic community will prove welcoming to you and your child, and opportunities to participate and form lasting friendships abound. Rabbi Laurence Scheindlin, the headmaster, is a national leader in day school education and is the president of the Solomon Schechter Day School Association. For information or to schedule a tour, please contact Barbara Goodhill at (310) 481-3251 or email bgoodhill@sinaiakiba.org.
Today in History
Charles Hires invents Root Beer. (1866)
It is also Biographers Day, National Sea Monkey Day, Wear Purple for Peace
LACBC Kids Ride and Fun Fair
June 6th from 10am-noon
Part of the LA County Bike Coalition’s Annual River Ride that will be held outside the Autry Museum in Griffith Park. Children 6 and under are invited to practice their basic cycling skills and learn safety lessons on an enclosed, festive bike course. Helmets required. Kids Ride is FREE but children must be registered at www.la-bike.org. T-shirts and prizes for pre-registered kids
Reusable, flexible lid designed to fit medium sized mugs/larger sized paper cups
It prevents spilling for mugs on the go for convenience and reduces the use of disposable paper cups & plastic lids that are filling up landfills around the globe. Mug Hug is ideal for the office, commute, and for the home. Not only does it prevent spilling, but it keeps your drink warmer too!
Personalized Clothing for babies and children
• Baby and kids basics in solid, vibrant colors
• Make your own personal print
• Perfect as an affordable & original gift
• Made of 100% Super soft Cotton.
• Available in sizes newborn to 7 yrs.
• FREE SHIPPING on orders over $ 75.00 total order value!
What women eat may affect kids, grandkids
High-fat diet during pregnancy could raise cancer risk for generations
Organic for 2010 – what is okay and what to buy Organic
A Brush of Love
Utilizes the impact of color and sensory elements to significantly improve the emotional and intellectual conditions of children, particularly those diagnosed with autism or special needs. Lauren S. Henry is a color and design expert who utilizes a variety of extremely effective techniques to make a significant impact on these children and their families. The mission of With a Brush of Love is to transform the lives of children by optimizing their surroundings, and educate and empower parents, caregivers and family’s to make positive changes for themselves. When used in concert with therapies, dietary changes and other methods, results can be extraordinary.
Michelle Williamson is relocating back to the Los Angeles are and is seeking employment
Michelle is a mother of three children under the age of 12 and has become the sole breadwinner, due to her husband’s debilitating health issues. Michelle has experience in event planning, executive administration, sales, real estate and marketing. She is the type of gal that can do just about anything and has a sparkly personality to match. No MLM please. Michelle is totally passionate in all that she does. She is extremely self-motivated, organized, personable, reliable and has a great sense of humor! Michelle will be in the L.A. area the week of May 25th and is available to explore any opportunities you may have for her. Michelle can be contacted at (615) 308-2513 or via email at michellezena@yahoo.com.
Pregnant women don’t get enough exercise
Study shows fewer than 1 in 4 meet guidelines.
Water Otters ENROLLMENT IS OPEN for the 2010 summer swim season
Offers : • Personalized individual attention • Caring, gentle, and supportive teaching • Heated pools • Water safety • Teaching new or fearful students ages 6 months to adult • Specializing in students with special needs or past traumatic water experiences• Lessons offered for infants, children, and adults • Private, one-on-one lessons and Mommy & Me Group Lessons • Lessons last approximately 20 minutes • Lessons taught at private pools within the San Fernando Valley (Please contact Jennifer directly about teaching at your pool) • Lessons scheduled every 3 weeks from May through September • Stroke Enhancement • Improved treading and floating • Fundamentals of diving
Jennifer has been a swim teacher for over a decade throughout the San Fernando Valley. As a swim instructor, she has had experience teaching ages 6 months to 60 years old. Jennifer maintains a YMCA Aquatic Safety Assistant certificate, PADI Open Water Dive certification, and is both First Aid and CPR certified. But most importantly, she loves teaching! Ask about DISCOUNTS and FREE LESSONS!
HOST A MAY LEXIEWEAR PARTY
AND RECEIVE MORE FREE CLOTHING THAN EVER!
Invite your friends over to your house to shop the LEXIEWEAR CLOTHING summer line and receive free clothing! Sensational Hostess Incentives Just For Hosting a Fall Lexiewear Party…you will receive a 10% credit on the total sales of your party in Free Clothing PLUS 50% off any additional clothing you order! and for all of your friends who spend more than $125… they will receive a FREE RIBBED TANK!
contact Samantha to schedule a party…818-344-5288 / robsammak@juno.com
Sketch your accident online with just a few mouse clicks, then add your sketch to your personal digital accident report
You don’t need to know how to draw, and it’s free
Your Photos as a Magazine
Transit Connect Graphics
Specific for you!
Giving Gifts made as simple and easy as it should be!
Find a gift you want to give a friend. You enter their mobile number, a little note, and send. Your friend gets a text message with a special giiv code that they can take to their local retailer and redeem for a real gift.
Free Arts for Abused Children
Dedicated to helping children who have been abused, are homeless or are at-risk of falling through the cracks of the system, as well as families living in crisis. In Los Angeles County alone, more than 32,000 children live under the protection of the courts. These children have been removed from their homes after suffering abuse, neglect or abandonment.
Feve’s Takes the Manicure To A Whole New Level
Feve’s Manicure Affair brings style and sophistication to the neighborhood nail salon. Step inside the front door and into an oasis of richly draped fabrics, candle lit cabanas and carved wooden nail bar with tall leather stools. The Mani & Pedi Bar at Feve’s is quickly becoming the #1 spot for networking, celebrating birthdays, bridal showers, graduations and business meetings. Guests can bring their own food or caterer, and Feve’s staff will assist with the setup. Feve’s mixes an elegant setting with a relaxed and fun environment. Manicure Affair offers customized treatments combined with a chemical-free environment, natural nail care (no acrylics) and prepares scrubs and masques daily using all natural ingredients. Special pregnancy treatments and Kid’s 12-and-under treatments are also offered.
21728 Ventura Blvd ~ Woodland Hills
818-999-3383
KIDZ POWER SAFETY DAY at The UCLA Family Commons in Santa Monica
A Family Event for Kids & Grownups
An Age-appropriate, non-fearful safety day (ages 6 – 10)
An Age-appropriate, non-fearful safety day (ages 6 – 10)
Saturday, May 22nd from 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Join Pattie Fitzgerald, certified prevention educator & founder of SAFELY EVER AFTER, and Tom Dubitsky, Family Coach & Martial Arts Instructor, for an action-packed hour-and-a-half filled with fun activities and new ideas. Separate sessions for parents & youth are run simultaneously. There’s plenty your child can do to stay safe, and lots that you can do, too, to keep them safe. Make sure children have the “Safe Smarts” they need to assess people and situations correctly — and to take action to protect themselves, when needed.
Topics covered include: Awareness – Self Defense – Self Confidence & Empowerment- Communication + the Super 10 Safe-Smart Rules for Kids and Grownups!
FEE: $50, 1 adult & 1 child. For More Information or to Register: please visit www.uclacommons.com or call (310) 395-5650
Sprout Your Own Seeds – SOooo Healthy!
And EASY! Eat sprouts out of hand, add to salads, bake in biscuits or bread, so much more. Cool for kids to watch grow. 20 kinds to sprout. Flavors range from mild to tangy to bitter to strong to peppery to nutty.
“Strike” Against Child Abuse Family Bowling Event!
$15 per person for 2 games, shoes, and a light lunch.
June 13th from 12pm – 4pm
Canoga park Bowl
20122 Vanowen St. in Winnetka
For more info on event and more contact: www.yesican.org or 1-888-224-4226
Malibu Family Wines presents, the Taste of the Tour!
A Wine Tasting Event in Malibu, close to the PCH and 101!
Saturday, May 22nd from 1 – 5pm
Get ready for the Amgen Tour of California with us, on our vineyard! Sample foods from the area’s top restaurants in a beautiful vineyard setting while enjoying the offerings of Malibu Family Wines. With a lifestyle and cycling fair, the Taste of the Tour is sure to provide a truly fun and memorable afternoon for the entire family. Includes parking and Admission for Two People, two people, $95, with parking! That’s a cheap date! Just for JEN’S LIST Members! Tickets, here: http://malibufamilywines.com/detail.aspx?ID=108
Small web boutique looking for creative photographer to take artsy/professional inventory photos
Please contact Tanya at tantan101@hotmail.com with your info and samples of your work. If you’re not a professional photographer but have a good camera and a good eye as well as knowledge of photoshop.
FREE INFANT / CHILD / ADULT CPR & First Aid Training
Parents & Child Care Providers EARN YOUR AMERICAN RED CROSS CARD
SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH from 8:30 AM – 5PM
Canoga Park Early Education Center room 4
7355 VASSAR AVE. in CANOGA PARK(Enter through parking lot)
Space is limited! PLEASE CALL for more information & to reserve your space
“The Village” Ready for School (818) 702-1255
Childcare is not available for this event.
We can’t be reminded enough – Emerg. Preparedness Guide
Read it. Print it out. File it where you’ll remember where you put it.
Water, Food, Sanitation, Cooking Mediums, Emergency Kits
Avoid the 6 common mistakes most parents make that leave their kids at risk
Your kids will be entertained at A Mother’s Haven while you discover how to easily name guardians for your kids and make sure your kids will always be raised the way you want. This FREE presentation makes legal planning super easy! Really. Plus you’ll have a chance to win a complimentary Gift Certificate to Mother’s Haven! As an added bonus, all those who attend will take home a free copy of the bestselling book “Wear Clean Underwear! A Fast, Fun, Friendly – and Essential – Guide to Legal Planning for Busy Parents.”
Saturday, May 22nd
A Mother’s Haven
15928 Ventura Blvd., Suite 116 in Encino
A Mother’s Haven
15928 Ventura Blvd., Suite 116 in Encino
Register at www.estplan.com/haven or call Mechelle at 818-905-6088.
This educational seminar is presented by Personal Family Lawyer®, Gerry Kane, father of two, who has been guiding thousands of families for over 15 years.Can’t attend? Make an appointment by calling 818-905-6088 for a complimentary consultation. (Normally $750). You will find out exactly what you need to protect your kids and wealth.
WANT TO HIT AND THROW HARDER, RUN FASTER, JUMP HIGHER?
On-Deck Baseball Training offers the only fast twitch gym in Los Angeles that can make any athlete, regardless of age or sport, hit and throw harder, run faster and jump higher with no injury to growth plates for younger players or sore muscles. Baseball? Football? Basketball? Golf? Tennis? Soccer? If you or your child play any sport that requires power and speed, we can improve your performance, often dramatically. On-Deck also features indoor batting cages and professional baseball instruction. Freeway close north of the Bob Hope/Burbank Airport at 7675 San Fernando Road (818) 748-7033 www.on-deckbaseball.com
Beth Moser Photography Specials
Father’s Day is June 20th and Beth Moser Photography is running some great specials!
Studio Photo Events at the Right Start:
Complimentary 30 min. Photo Session and 5×7 gift print for Dad.
Please call or email to sign up:
Monday May 17th Pasadena
Tuesday May 18th Sherman Oaks
Wednesday May 19th Santa Monica
(pls contact Beth for June dates)
Location Special:
$50 off all packages on outdoor/location sessions
Father’s Day is June 20th and Beth Moser Photography is running some great specials!
Studio Photo Events at the Right Start:
Complimentary 30 min. Photo Session and 5×7 gift print for Dad.
Please call or email to sign up:
Monday May 17th Pasadena
Tuesday May 18th Sherman Oaks
Wednesday May 19th Santa Monica
(pls contact Beth for June dates)
Location Special:
$50 off all packages on outdoor/location sessions
Session fee is $175 and $150 goes toward your print order. (Offer ends June 20th)
BMP is now offering Maternity Photo Sessions and to celebrate for a limited time only receive a FREE photo session. (special rates for packages)BMP is open 7 days a week. Weekends do fill up fast! Please contact Beth directly through her website at:
www.bethmoser.com or call 323.552.8446
BMP is now offering Maternity Photo Sessions and to celebrate for a limited time only receive a FREE photo session. (special rates for packages)BMP is open 7 days a week. Weekends do fill up fast! Please contact Beth directly through her website at:
www.bethmoser.com or call 323.552.8446
Orthodontist in North Hollywood!
Dr. Kathy Shagagh will give your children an awesome smile. She works great with teens to get cooperation for optimal results from braces! Mention Jen’s list when making your complimentary ortho. consultation and get $250 OFF braces!
1st Choice Dental (818) 761-9000
FREE Health & Nutrition Program: Fit Families for Life
Columbus Middle School / Parent Center
22250 Elkwood St. in Canoga Park
Tuesday, May 18, 25 and June 1 from 8:30-10:00am
For more information, please contact Mercedes Leon at 818-702-1266 or “The Village” RFS at 818-702-1255
Small home media system/home theater design and installation
Courteous and reasonably priced. Conatac Noel Howard Electronics System Design at (310) 854-0610
Nothing gives a parent greater piece of mind than having Life Insurance
DONNA RAE WEISER is a Life Insurance Agent affiliated with Efinancial and works with 35 carriers to shop for the best rate. In just a few minutes over the phone, accurate and competitive quotes can be available, applications can be submitted and clients can be on the way to being covered at a budget-friendly price. AND… for those who qualify, non-medical policies are available that can be in-force within 24 to 72 hours offering coverage up to $350,000. There’s no hassle in applying and there’s no medical exam. Life Insurance will provide a substantial sum of money to your family if they lose either one of you. This will help cover the mortgage, outstanding loans, income replacement and sending your children to college. As a parent, one can’t afford not to have coverage. Please contact DONNA RAE WEISER, Life-Accident-Health Agent, License #0G58557, for your no obligation quote at website, www.weiserinsuranceservices.com. Punch in your information and she will get back to you within 24 hours. You can also email at Donna@weiserinsuranceservices.com or call the office at (818) 710-6007.
COMPARE OUR WIRELESS RATES AND SAVE UP TO 75%!
Plans start at $2.99/month with a FREE digital phone! Why pay $39.99 or more? GET THREE (3) MONTHS FREE CELLULAR SERVICE FOR JEN’S LIST MEMBERS! InTouch America uses the largest nationwide network in the US, offering exceptional call quality and coverage.$9.99 per month with 100 anytime minutes. $19.99 per month with 200 anytime minutes. Stop paying for unused minutes. Best Value Package: Free Samsung U430 digital phone, Free Bluetooth headset, Free Car & home charger & Free leather case ($380 value). Only $29.99/month with 300 anytime & 3000 night and evening minutes. Free nationwide roaming and long distance. Free Shipping. NO-CONTRACT options available. Super low international long distance rates to over 50 countries. Israel as low as 3.9 cents/minute! Europe 2.9 cents/minute. Please call InTouch America at 800-500-0066 Ext. 110. Open M-F 8:30 am – 5:30 pm for more details or visit www.intouchamerica.com. Serving you since 1988. Some restrictions apply on all offers. Please call for details.
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
Enjoy the beauty and fragrance of Bee Balm (Bergamot) and eat it, too.
Aroma is a blend lemon/orange/mint/rose/basil. Culinary use includes tasty flowers, foliage, and leaves for fruit compotes, salads, jams, jellies, custards, cakes or in whipped cream toppings, tea, wine and cold fruit drinks. Also attracts butterflies, bees and hummingbirds.
TARGET CELLULITE, TUMMY, AND WRINKLES!
It’s almost summer and if you want to tighten up the skin on your legs, tush, tummy, and arms, try the Galvanic Spa. You can use it in the privacy of your own home, so there’s no embarrassment! This is also great for moms who’ve lost the baby weight but the skin is still stretched out. And, of course, it’s famous for making your face look refreshed and lifted. Call Megan for a no-obligation demo @ 818-642-3682 or fiveminutefacial@yahoo.com