Today’s Jen’s List is sponsored by
The Pump Station & Nurtury™
The Ultimate Breastfeeding & Baby Care Resource Center
Established in 1986 with 3 locations:
Santa Monica 310-998-1981
Hollywood 323-469-5300
Westlake Village 805-777-7179
Breastfeeding & Baby Care Classes
Mommie & Me Classes, Hot Topics Lecture Series
New Mother’s Breastfeeding Support Groups & More!
Great Brand Name Products for the New Mom & Baby
Come Celebrate the 5 Year Anniversary of the Hollywood Location! Food, Fun, Cocktails & Prizes! Great Swag bags for first 100 People! (1 bag per family). As a Thank you to the Pump Station & Nurtury Families, they will now be offering a 5% off Family Discount Card! Once you spend $500 pre-tax in any of the stores, you qualify for the Card! Discount will be good on all purchases you make thru 12/31/10. Excluded in offer: Pumps, Pump Rentals & Consultations. For More Info on the Anniversary Celebration, the 5% off Family Discount Card or the Stores visit: www.PumpStation.com
Today in History
· President Garfield is shot. His struggle to survive lasted 80 days until his death on Sept. 19th. (1881)
· The Lawrence Welk show premieres on television.(1955)
· I forgot day
· International chicken wings day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=80
IS YOUR CHILD SLEEPING IN A DEFECTIVE CRIB?
The CPSC just recalled approximately 2 million cribs made by SIMMONS, MILLION DOLLAR BABY, LAJOBI, JARDINE, EVENFLO, DELTA, CHILDCRAFT, GRACO and C&T INT’L/SORELLE as the drop-side can detach, creating a gap which can strangle or suffocate your baby. The Heller Law Firm (www.seriousinjury.org) is investigating possible class actions against these manufacturers. If you are interested or would like more information, please call 800.992.9947 or email shayne@hellerlaw.net. No cost/obligation.
(Product Recall Notice/Advertisement provided by The Heller Law Firm)
DANCE . DANCE . DANCE. Degas Dance Studio
Summer Program – REGISTER NOW! The summer session runs July 5-Aug. 26th offers accelerated programs taught by top industry professionals. Classes for ages 2yrs. – Adult from Beginning to Adv. Levels. They also have performance companies for int/adv students ages 7-18. As well as great workout programs for parents. JAZZ . TAP . BALLET . CONTEMPORARY . HIP HOP. ROCK CHOIR . CREATIVE DRAMA . JAZZ FUNK . LYRICAL . CARDIO
http://www.degasdancestudio.com
Jen’s List Members Pay $90 for the REAL Brazilian Blowout
Brazilian Blowout with Blowout expert Kim Barry at Jamie’s Hair Design. Must purchase deal through local Deal-a-day website www.ConejoDeals.com by midnight Monday, July 5th. Use promo code Jen10 to receive this special price. You have several months to schedule your blowout with Kim.
Need babies preferably born in June under 9 lbs for a major TV show, season regular role
This is a really great job you do not want to miss out! Please email pics of your twins together without hats sleeping along with names, dob, due date and weights and contact info asap to paloma@jetsetmodels.com
Pet Sitting by Ashley
Pet & house sitting takes a great deal of love, patience, and dedication and Ashley possess’ all of these traits and more! Ashley’s Pet & House Sitting Services offers a multitude of services for a variety of pets. She can also handle various home services which, by making it appear that your house is occupied, can be a crime deterrent. Depending on the client’s request, Ashley does stay overnight as well. Her business is based in Calabasas, but she services many different cities. Leave your home & pets with her & you won’t have to worry about a thing! PET SITTING BY ASHLEY IS INSURED AND BONDED! Email her at aalderman@petsittingbyashley.com.
www.petsittingbyashley.com
Savoring Thyme is selling all of its inventory of Wine Bottle Hurricane Lamps!
All Wine Bottle Hurricane Lamps are $30.00! All flameless candles are $5.00 each! Go to www.savoringthymechef.com or call 661-259-6325.
LA Phil Presents A Beatles Celebration
July 9th-10th at 8:30pm at the Hollywood Bowl
Featured Artists:
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra
Thomas Wilkins, conductor
Patti Austin, special guest
Rob Laufer, special guest
Bettye LaVette, special guest
Todd Rundgren, special guest
Brian Stokes Mitchell, special guest
Forty-five years after the Beatles played the Hollywood Bowl, we celebrate the musical innovations and greatest symphonic moments of the most popular rock band of all time. http://tinyurl.com/233knk5
To be entered into a contest to WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS, just email your name, email address, telephone number by Friday, July 2nd at 11:59pm (PST) to sfvmom@gmail.com. Only one email per email address duplicates will deleted. No substitutions please. Winner will be chosen by Sat., July 3rd and notified by email. to this amazing event on July 10th,
Baby Town’s July 4th Weekend Sale!
JULY 2-4 FRIDAY – SUNDAY
10% OFF ALL Furniture Purchases over $1000
Baby Town was voted one of the 21 best baby stores in America by the authors of Baby Bargains. It has one of the largest displays of Baby Furniture & Children’s Furniture(65 floored cribs and 33 toddler to teen furnished showrooms) plus a complete line of custom bedding, strollers, car seats, highchairs, & children’s accessories. ALL of my children’s furniture is from Baby Town and I have been 100% happy with everything we have ever purchased! They offer an online baby registry, accessible to your family and friends nationwide. Family-owned and operated store since 1999. The #1 goal is to provide a uniquely pleasant shopping experience for expectant parents and their families, as well as families with toddlers and teens. The 22,000 square foot store exhibits the largest selection of cribs, changing tables and young children’s furniture in Southern California. They offer reasonably priced furniture for every budget and stocks most cribs and furniture for the customer’s convenience. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable & will take the time to personally assist each customer.
18725 Sherman Way in Reseda
(818) 881-4441
Hours – Tues-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 12am-5pm
http://www.babytownllc.com/
Releve Studios
COMEDY KIDS! (afternoon day camp at Releve Studios for ages 8-16) Starts MONDAY July 5th at 12pm. 3 hours every afternoon (12p-3p) full of fantastic improv and comedy training. Create your own stand-up material, while also learning how to find the funny in scripted material. Taught by Groundling-trained actress Julie Mitchell (featured in VIVA, Intel, and Wells Fargo TV commercials right now – she knows FUNNY!).
Showcase on Friday, July 9th at 3pm. Only $200 for the week.Call 818.343.7353 to sign up.
http://www.relevestudios.com/
Networking
LeTip of Brentwood networking meetings for July will be held on the 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th. They meet at 7:00am at Dolores Restaurant, 11407 Santa Monica Blvd. LeTip is a professional organization of men and women dedicated to the highest standards of competence and service. Our purpose is the exchange of business tips. Members will, at all times, maintain the highest professional integrity. Each business category is represented by one member and conflicts of interest are disallowed. Please RSVP – Joanie at 818-998-4435.
http://brentwoodletip.com/
Bookkeeper / Business Manager
Need a bookkeeper or a business manager? Call 661-250-0965 or visit www.dustifishback.com for more info! 12 years accounting experience at a business management/cpa firm.
Mommy Bootcamp
Every Tue/Thu 9:30-10:30am or 5:30-6:30pm and Every Wed/Fri:
9:30-10:30am. If you have a group of 3 or more, then a new time can be added…Just Ask! Rehabilitate core/pelvis floor muscles. Improve posture (especially after baby). Understand exercise/nutrition concepts. Become more athletic, (“Yes, we all can be!”). Improve moods and reduce stress. Socialize! (get out of feeling like being in a rut). Mommy Bootcamp meets at Balboa Park in Encino or Sherman Oaks location available. Mention Jen’s List and get 25% off the monthly rate.
http://postpregnancyrehab.com/BootCamp.htm
Is your kid a rock star?
Established kid rock & roll band (The Rockaholix) is looking for a new bass player/background vocalist. Kid should be 8-11 years old (boy or girl) and have at least 1 year of experience playing the bass. The band has been together for a year and a half, works weekly with a veteran music industry producer and plays frequent gigs around The Valley and Los Angeles. Must be able to commit to 2 days a week (2 hours each day) band practice in Sherman Oaks. Contact therockaholix@gmail.com and visit www.therockaholix.com.
Malibu Beach Supply Co.
July 4th watch the Malibu fireworks while on a coastal cruise right on the water! Special trip 8:30pm-9:30pm just $25 per person (all ages). Reserve seating is strongly suggested as seating will fill quickly. 310-456-8031 Malibu Beach Supply Company on the Malibu Pier.
www.malibupier.com
Musical Kids Show
Featuring puppets, dancing, storytelling, and more
Saturday July 3rd @ 4:00pm at Stories Books & Cafe in Echo Park!
www.storytimefunland.com
Natural Medicine Clinic of Arthur Gazaryants, L.Ac.
Referred by Jens List member sankhorshidi@gmail.com
“I was suffering from really bad sciatica and am 6 months pregnant. I highly recommend him. This guy works wonders…20929 Ventura Blvd, Suite 39 in Woodland Hills – 818.999.0300”
Once Upon A Flower
Selling silk flower headbands for children. Call 818-590-3630 for info.
http://tinyurl.com/233xkqm
Childrens Entertainment Center
Playsource is having a July party sale! Book and enjoy your party during the month of July and take $75.00 off any party package. For other open play and party specials go to the coupon page on www.playsourceinfo.com. 21921 Ventura Blvd in Woodland Hills
91364 818-888-0899
The Perfect Party – Event Planning
A full service event planning and design company. They offer event planning and coordination, music and entertainment, decor & design, props and rentals, sound, lighting and audio visual, casino events, game rentals. They are your one stop shop for corporate events, private parties and mitzvahs. No event is too big or too small. Check out www.theperfectparty.com or e-mail monica@theperfectparty.com or call 818-887-0723.
POSTPARTUM SUPPORT GROUP
$20 per session OR $100 for six weeks paid in advance. The Postpartum Passage is held on Fridays from 10am to 11:30am — July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6 – limited to 8 moms! The weekly support group is for moms with babies of newborns through the first year plus. The group addresses the symptoms of postpartum issues, helps to decrease the anxiety of new motherhood, and demystifies the adjustment so many feel when entering the greatest transition of their lives. Women are encouraged to talk or simply listen and feel supported by others who understand. Topics covered include: attachment & bonding, role of the mother and father, family management and co-parenting, grandparents and in-laws, feeding, sleeping and care, developmental milestones, returning to work or not. The class is lead by Cathy Doré, M.A., M.F.T.I., who specializes in the assessment and treatment of perinatal and postpartum health. Additionally, she is the mother of twins plus one. The Center for Postpartum Health is headed by Dr. Diana Lynn Barnes, renowned in the field of perinatal and postpartum illness. 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. Babies are welcome!
18719 Calvert Street, Tarzana, CA 91335 (just off Reseda Blvd.) at (818)887-1312 ext. 2 · cdore@postpartumhealth.com
PEEKOO™ BEDDING SYSTEMS
Do you find your child getting entangled in their top sheet at night?
Is it a chore to make up your child’s bed each morning?
Do you skip the top sheet for convenience but need to launder and refill the duvet cover each time?
The PeeKoo™ is a unique and stylish bedding system design for kids’ comfort and parents’ ease. It is the only duvet cover with an attachable top sheet. The duvet and quick zip top sheet combination keep the top sheet in place, keep the duvet clean longer and save valuable natural resources over time.
http://peekoobedding.com/
Group Piano Classes
These classes offer your child an excellent first instruction to the study of music! Students will participate in activities that teach them skills like note reading, rhythm, recognition of musical symbols, & theory. Your child will develop a repertoire of pieces to perform!$200 per 10 week session (Classes meet once a week for 50 minutes, 4-6 students per class).
Play It Again!
1752 Westwood Boulevard in Los Angeles (310) 962-1742
Mom’s New Best Friend: Child-friendly Anti-bacterial Moisturizing Hand Cream from CLEAN
Whether you are a new mom or have a house full of toddlers, germs are definitely on your mind. If you consider yourself a “germaphobe”, or are just the slightest bit paranoid, there is a new product on the market that is unlike anything out there! CLEAN Anti-Bacterial Moisturizing Hand Cream is one of the first anti-bacterial hand creams that has 4 hour persistence; making it the perfect product to stash in your bag for family outings, trips to the playground, play dates and road trips to visit grandpa and grandma! Containing no alcohol or Triclosan, the active ingredient, Benzethonium Chloride, is suspended in a layer of white wax, which bonds to the skin to form a protective barrier to prevent bacteria from transferring to and from skin even after contact for up to 4 hours. CLEAN Anti-Bacterial Moisturizing Hand Cream is available at Sephora (1 Fl. Oz., $10). For more information, visit www.cleanperfume.com
The Culinary Dude Kids Cooking Classes
Kids Cooking Class: Healthy Snacks with The Culinary Dude
Sunday, September 5, 2010 10:00am – 12:00pm
With school starting back up again it is time to start moving away from unhealthy summer food habits of snacks like greasy potato chips, cookies and candy, this class will offer healthy alternatives including, Meat & Vegetable Wraps, Baked Potato Chips and Sweet Potato Fries and Seasonal Fruit Kabobs. PLEASE NOTE: If the first class sells out, there will be an additional class offered from 2-4pm on the same day.
Katie’s Cooking School
16733 Ventura Boulevard in ENCINO
Call (818) 377-6200
Writing/creativity Workshops & Coaching
PET LIT WRITING/STORYTELLING WORKSHOP OR PET LIT PARTY: If you’re crazy in love with your pet– have fun writing, laughing & storytelling about our beloved companions. Investigate how our pets affect our identity, sense of play, interaction with the natural world & the wonderfully silly way we communicate with them. All levels welcome. 5 Wks starts 7/28 7pm in West L.A. or 8/2 7:30pm in Pasadena. $185 reg by 7/12, SAVE $35 PET LIT PARTY– get a group together & I’ll come to you for a fun afternoon or evening. 10% off- Jen’s list– Rate depends on size of group.workshop/party led by Terrie Silverman, MFA Artist-in-Residence, Beyond Baroque Literary Arts and ‘mom’ of Chihuahua Julia.
Call 310.281.3175 or email terrie@creativerites.com for more info!
www.creativerites.com
Prenatal Yoga Studio has closed its doors
Now selling “practically new” supply of mats, bolsters, blocks and blankets. Everything is in pristine condition with enough supply to accommodate 10-15 students. Originally paid $2200, come and pick it up for $700. Email: Shangrilang4@sbcglobal.net
LANGUAGE LESSONS
GRAND OPENING of “The Spanish Club”. Come for a tour, let the kid’s do an art project and enjoy the day.
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 4 to 6 PM
23013 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills
(818)9192577
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Danesh Academy offers Farsi classes for kids. This effective, practical and enjoyable program teaches your child with big colored pictures, by repeating what the teacher says, by listening to music, drawing, and coloring. Kids will learn in record time, while having fun! For more information about rates and class times, contact (310) 962-1742 or daneshacademy@yahoo.com. Session begins Sunday, July 11th.
Swim Instructor/Lifeguard
Getting your children water safe is the most important summer class you will give them! Sandy is a private swim instructor with 10 years experience. She offers private, semi private & group lessons for all ages. Her prices are competitive and she will come to your pool or you can swim at her location. Having a pool party? Don’t forget the lifeguards. All guards are Red Cross Certified . Call (805) 433-4632 to get started.
www.poolwatch06.com
Creating Inclusive Opportunities
CIO provides social and adaptive skills instruction to individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. This service is person centered and provided in groups and in an individualized based format. CIO organizes instructional opportunities for preschool age children through adulthood. Instruction will target multiple skill areas necessary to improve the individuals social aptitude in order to enhance their quality of life. Group instruction is structured and integrated with typically developing peers. The social skills program is offered in Santa Barbara, Ventura County, and the San Fernando Valley. Skills Targeted: joint attention, theory of mind, social referencing, interpersonal skills, emotional affect, imitation, waiting, identifying natural social cues, reciprocating social communication and interactions (turn taking), initiating and maintaining social communication, adaptive living skills, and making positive connections with family and peers. CIO is a vendor of the Tri-Counties and North LA County Regional Centers.
www.creatinginclusiveopportunities.com
Law Offices of Alex P. Katofsky
During his 11-year legal career, Alex P. Katofsky has worked on hundreds of legal matters including jury and court trials, arbitrations, mediations, and appeals to the numerous Courts of Appeals and the California Supreme Court. Mr. Katofsky has extensive experience in the prosecution and defense of business litigation, professional liability, real estate, insurance, collections, and personal injury matters, as well as transactions involving the purchase, sale and lease of commercial real estate, restaurants and other businesses. Mr. Katofsky has also drafted and negotiated license, marketing, and franchise agreements relating to the sale and distribution of consumer products. As a licensed real estate broker, Mr. Katofsky also has a vast knowledge of commercial and residential real estate transactions. Mr. Katofsky received a Juris Doctor from University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from California State University Northridge. Mr. Katofsky is a life-long resident of Los Angeles and currently lives in Calabasas with his family.
21550 Oxnard Street, Suite 980 in Woodland Hills
Call (818) 564-7150, www.apkatlaw.com
Alan Stuart Freeman General Construction
New Construction, additions, remodeling, cabinetry, finish, framing, etc. No job is either too large or too small. Free estimates. Call (310)592-5377/(818)999-5519
www.alanstuartfreemanconstruction.com
Commercial/Residential Painter
Referred by Jens List member bkaye@dslextreme.com
“I highly recommend Jorge M. and his company PRO-PERFORMANCE PAINTING. He did a wonderful job on the interior of our home. It’s really hard to find a good painter! He and his crew are courteous and honest; competitively priced; leaves a clean work area. Does wall repair and cabinet refinishing, too. Call him at (818)217-9821 or email pro1performance@aol.com”
GARAGE SALE
Saturday, July 3rd from 8 AM – 3 PM.
17107 Enadia Way in Lake Balboa
FOR RENT
A studio apartment in Beverlywood is available as of Aug. 1st
$950 which includes utilities, phone and cable. Looking for a quiet person. Call 310-560-7202
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Apartment for rent – 6460 Mammoth Ave. – 1 + 1 Remodeled unit on quiet street, pool, laundry facility on site $950 Call to see 818-909-7374
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For rent – 13820 Victory Blvd.
Pool, laundry facility on site, storage in parking, refrigerator, dishwasher, parking
1 + 1 $975
1 + 1 Remodeled with Granite counters $1,100
2 + 2 Remodeled with granite counters, tile floor & microwave $1,460 Call to see 818-909-7374
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Condo for Lease – 10640 Woodbridge St. Toluca Lake
3 + 2.5 + den – Granite counters, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, full size washer & dryer, fireplace, circular stairs to the sundeck on the roof, storage in parking, 2 side by side or 4 tandem parking spots Call to see. With appointment only. Call 818-281-2242
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House for Rent: Sharp 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in West Lancaster on quiet cul-de-sac. House has new carpet, new paint-interior and exterior, new garage opener, window treatments, water heater, swamp cooler and roof. Covered patio in large backyard. Kitchen features upgraded counters and oak cabinets with pull-out drawers and lazy susans. House is extremely clean! Open House this Saturday, July 3 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 1029 W. Avenue H-5 $1150/month. Call 818-935-4506
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3,500 sq. foot traditional family home for rent in Beverly Hills Post Office for $8,000/month. 3 bedrooms , 2 baths upstairs. Downstairs, living room and formal dining room with fireplaces, den, powder room, renovated cook’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertop, downstairs bedroom/ playroom with private bath, laundry room. Hardwood floors throughout. Large grassy front yard and beautiful terraced backyard with multiple fruit trees and large entertainers patio. Walking distance to Coldwater Park. Warner Avenue School. Available mid-August. For inquires please contact Roxbury Management at 310-710-0707 or graynod@sbcglobal.net
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Beautiful Remodeled Home for rent- 6502 Yarmouth Ave, Reseda. EMAIL OR CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT 818-481-5823 / Melissa.Nassour@airespring.com • 1,800 sq ft house in quite area • Spacious 4 Bedroom 2 1/2Bath • Convenient Location • Ideal for Family • Hardwood Floors • New Carpet • Nicely Decorated Interior • Central Air & Heat • Modern Spacious Kitchen • Dishwasher / Stove • Inside Laundry Room • Walk-in Closets • Plenty of Storage • Nice lawn for kids and pets • Gardening Services Included • grassy fenced yard with patio • Large mastered room
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Beautiful Home w/lg pool & upgrades – Reseda, CA Great ranch style house in a beautiful area. 4 Bdrm, 2 Bath, Hardwood Floor, with large L shaped Kitchen. Granite counters & table top with custom cabinets galore. Tremendous fenced pool with yard and Gazebo area. New double glass bowl sinks in Bathroom, with Jacuzzi tub and modern tile. Living Rm, Dining Rm, Family Area and Kitchen w/Kitchenette. Hardwood Floors. 2 bedrooms have wood floors & closet organizers. Master Bedroom (or can be used as a bonus room) has fireplace, has closet organizers also. House has A/C. Laundry Area & Sink in 1 car Garage. Well up kept home w/handicap walkway and complete single floor area. Leaving Stove and Convection Oven Microwave & Dishwasher. Wired for Time Warner all around. Neighborhood is great, clean and around the block from Melvin Elementary School. Off Tampa, Saticoy and Shirley. Great shopping 3 blocks away, Albertsons Plaza, very nice and easy to walk too. Pool service and Gardner service included with rent. Ready to move in July 15th, 2010 or sooner. $2850 Email sshafer@socal.rr.com
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For Rent: Nice 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Condo in the gated community of Temecula Creek Village in Temecula. Community amenities include the gym, pool, spa pool, and playground. Unit has fridge, washer/dryer and is located on the second floor with no one above. $870 per month. If interested, please contact Julie 626.318.1099