Saturday August 14, 2010





A Mother’s Haven Boutique & Educational Center
The Mothers’ Gathering classes at A Mother’s Haven are a great combination of support, education, and friendship. The philosophy is that there isn’t one ‘right’ way to parent – instead, the class instructor has tips and tricks for your baby’s developmental stage, as well as strategies to give you confidence in your own parenting skills and choices. And the best part is you get to meet about 10 other new moms who all have a baby around the same age as yours. You don’t have to go it alone – come find your village at A Mother’s Haven!
June & July babies meet Mon. 1pm, starting 8/23
April & May babies meet Thur. 12noon, starting 8/26 2nd (& More!)
Time Moms meet Mon 11:15am, starting 8/23
Mothers’ Gatherings for older babies and working moms are available as well!
Email info@shopthehaven.com to register or call 818-380-3111 for more information!
www.shopthehaven.com
 
P.S. The next Infant & Toddler CPR and First Aid is Saturday, August 28th from 2-5pm.  Call now to reserve your spot!

 


Today in History
· Japan surrenders, ending World War II. (1945)
· Whiffle Ball was patented on this day. (1953)
· Sandcastle and sculpture day
· National Creamsicle Day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=122

 

 

Diapers to clothing at your doorstep! It is the BEST
Incredible selection available including diapers, wipes, formula, cleaning supplies, baby food and sooooooooooo many other necessities at really low prices with fast free shipping(over $50). They carry all the big brands and hard-to-find products too. I order almost every week and have everything literally 2 days later. You can NOT go wrong! Check it out – you have nothing to lose and only $ to save! Another awesome reason to use Diapers.com is that they accept manufacturer’s coupons and formula checks for products that they sell, except the Kirkland brand! Some restrictions apply. Remember, you get $10 off your first order and $5 off your 2nd order! All you have to do is enter in the referral code – jenslist – on the shopping cart screen during checkout! Now…isn’t that cool!?!?! – on the shopping cart screen during checkout!
www.diapers.com

 

 

CPR Classes
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
www.whimsyranch.com

 


The Skirball brings a day of fun, family-filled activities to Westfield Topanga!
Sunday, August 15th FROM 1:00-3:00 PM
In association with TRIBE magazine, spend the afternoon getting down with the fun and engaging Family Dance Jam, create a take-home art project using recycled materials, and interact with fanciful puppets from Noah’s Ark! Free admission, no reservations necessary.
http://www.skirball.org 

 


 
AutoAid receives 2010 AAA 100% Customer Satisfaction Award
AutoAid wishes to THANK all Jens List subscribers (and Jen) for helping us achieve this unprecedented award from the Automobile Club of Southern California for outstanding service for an independent Auto Repair shop two years in a row. AutoAid is a family owned, AAA approved, Certified Female Friendly by AskPatty.com and AngiesList Super Service Award winner for 2009.
14526 Erwin Street in Van Nuys
818-901-1113
www.autoaidrescue.com

 


LA KIDS CONSIGNMENT NOW HAS 3 LOCATIONS!
LA Kids Consignment now has 3 locations for you to find amazing bargains on kids items. Registration is now open for the San Fernando Valley location – register quickly – spots fill up within days! There will be over 40,000+ amazing new and gently used kids’ items at each sale!  You’ll find clothing, toys, shoes, strollers, baby equipment, maternity, bikes, scooters, books, DVDs, puzzles and so much more!
San Fernando Valley (550 Consignors)
Oct 1-3, 2010  157 W. Providencia Ave.  Burbank, CA 91502 – REGISTRATION IS OPEN
Santa Clarita Valley (400 Consignors)
Oct 22-24 – Valencia – Registration opens 8/16/2010
Pasadena (coming soon!)
November 2010
Find out more information about shopping, consigning and volunteering on the website: www.lakidsconsignment.com

 


The Gluten Free Guides!
Adjusting to a GF lifestyle? Danny and Allena Baker, The Gluten-Free Guides, are here to help you through the process of changing your diet!  Danny was diagnosed with Celiac’s Disease in 1994 and since meeting Danny in 2000, Allena has developed her own expertise in GF living, educating herself on Celiac’s, wheat intolerances, and the benefit of the GF diet in children with Autism.  Call The Gluten-Free Guides to inquire more about how they can help you at (818) 360-5940.

 


Does your family run business deserve it’s own show?
What’s it like to work with family? Wonderful? Frustrating? All of the above? Pie Town productions, an award winning television company, is interested in developing new shows based around unique family businesses with great characters and interesting personalities. The goal of the show would be to show the real challenges and great rewards of family owned businesses, as well as the dynamic of the participants working together on a daily basis. If your family business in interested in this opportunity, please apply at:
http://www.pietown.tv/Shows/familyRunBusiness.html

 


Groovy David Show
Children performer Groovy David, nominated for parents connect best party entertainer in Los Angeles 2010, will be performing at the Summer Family Fun event at The Original Farmers Market Plaza at Sunday, Aug. 22nd at 12:30pm and 2pm. Groovy David will be performing original songs with a live band while engaging the audience with his hilarious puppet friends. “It’s time to groove!” All shows are free. To find out more go to www.farmermarketla.com or www.groovydavidmusic.com. Mention Jen’s List and get 2 dollars off the CD at the show.

 


Botox Brunch Event!
September 12th at 11am
9917 Sunset Blvd in Beverly Hills, 90210
RSVP BY AUGUST 30 to amywoodford75@aol.com
Botox will be performed by Dr. Andrea Dunkelma, a board certified General Surgeon and Botox certified. Her specialty is Burn Surgery and Reconstruction. An informational meeting will take place before injections are performed.  Injections will be done in a private room. Brunch will be served. 
Special price:
Forehead and Glabella  $275
Crow’s feet (lateral eyes)  $250
Forehead, Glabella, & Crow’s feet  $475
Bring a friend and get $25 off!!

 


CELEBRATE THE TOMATO!
Summer is finally here and so are delicious heirloom tomatoes!  Taste some of the many incredible varieties available to grow and enjoy small bites of some of our favorite recipes using homeorganic heirloom tomatoes.  Local growing specialist, Laura Taylor will host this event in her garden, this Sunday, August 15th from 3pm – 5pm. Cost is $20 per person. Reservations are a must and address will be given when reservation is made. Call (818) 716-7130.  

 

 

Stroller Strides Newbury Park is now open
A Mobile Boot Camp where Mommy (or Daddy, Nanny, Grammie, etc.) can work out with little one(s) in tow!  They combine walking/running with resistance tubing and exercises using your own body weight for a full body work out, all while you push the strollers and sing songs to the kiddos! Visit the website for more information and the class schedule: www.strollerstrides.net/newburyparkdosvientos. Or, contact Michelle, the owner and instructor by phone at (805) 796-1772, or via email at michhoytbaim@strollerstrides.net.

 


Garlic and More
Puree of Roasted Garlic and White Vegetables, Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic , Spaghettini with Oil and Garlic and much more (click on photo gallery).
http://www.myrecipes.com/recipes/ 

 


GET FIT WITH GOT MILK?
It’s a six-month, “mid-year resolution” program where users can get help from a dietitian and a personal trainer all for FREE.  Experts say six-months are sufficient to see results and to change habits for the better and to achieve the healthy weight and body people have always wanted by the New Year! Through Jan. 12th, GOT MILK? is challenging Californians to log on and become members of the GET FIT WITH GOT MILK? blog.  Users will receive tips from Mary Barbour, a registered dietitian and member of the California Dietetic Association and Holly Holton, a certified personal trainer and the owner of Pink Iron Women’s Gym in West Hollywood.
www.getfitwithgotmilk.com

 


ISEE PREP with TEAM TUTORS! 
Team Tutor’s approach is simple – private, one-on-one, customized test preparation.  They start by identifying the student’s individual needs and develop a targeted program to ensure their success. They give the student the skills they need to approach the test with confidence and strategies to be successful. They make sure every minute of our tailored test prep counts. Contact carrie@teamtutors.com or 323-356-6160 to schedule your ISEE diagnostic now. 
www.teamtutors.com

 


Take A Bite Out Of Summer With Healthy Teeth
http://mailer.lamommagazine.com/lists/ 

 


Whole Foods Market
New and Expecting Mom’s Store Tour at Whole Foods Market Woodland Hills
Wednesday, August 25th -10:00-11:00am
Let them show you everything from diapers and wipes to all-natural shampoos, lotions, creams, baby clothes and toys.  Come see what they have got for your new bundle of joy and take home lots of new samples!  Call 818-610-0000 to RSVP.
Wednesday, September 1st from 10:00-11:00
“How to make a healthy lunchbox”. Before your first day of class stop by and learn how to pack a nutritional lunch.
http://wholefoodsmarket.com/ 



 
WOODCREST PRESCHOOL CELEBRATES OPEN ENROLLMENT WITH FAMILY FUN DAY
CRAFTS, ENTERTAINMENT AND FREE FOOD
SATURDAY, AUGUST 21ST FROM 11:00A.M. TO 1:00P.M.
Woodcrest Preschool was founded over 40 years ago under the philosophy of providing affordable quality preschool education.  Woodcrest Preschool is well distinguished in the community and is proud to be NAEYC Accredited at all California schools.  Visit www.woodcrestpreschool.com for phone numbers, prices and online coupon.  FAMILY FUN DAY FLIER:  http://www.woodcrestpreschool.com/familyfun2010.pdf
**Sherman Oaks is not having family fun day, waiting list only.
4 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS:
TARZANA (Ages 2-5 & K-5)
SHERMAN OAKS (Ages 2-5)
AGOURA (18mos-5)
NEWBURY PARK (Ages 18mos-5)

 


Presence Studio City paper and gifts end of summer sale!
Their specialties include custom invitations, social stationery, greeting cards and unique gifts.
Up to 50% off Selected merchandise.
13033 Ventura Boulevard in Studio City
Hours are Monday – Saturday from 10-6 and Sunday 11-4
www.presencestudiocity.com

 

 

Your Home Videos Transferred & Archived to DVD
Imagine Video Services will professionally transfer your precious home videos to perfect DVD’s. All your old VHS, MiniDV, Hi8 tapes will look fantastic. Enjoy complimentary pickup & delivery services, call today for a pickup. Please see web site for all details. Jens List readers get a 25% Discount. Call (310) 256-7299 or (818) 430-8300 for more info!
www.imaginevideo.net


 

Beit Judaica
The High Holy Days are fast approaching and we have a beautiful selection of honey dishes, challah trays and covers, kipot and shofars.  The newest craze among the school age kids is the Silly Bandz and we have them too, they are called Biblicial Bandz and come in 5 different designs with 24 bandz in a package for $5.95.
30315 CANWOOD ST.  #11 in AGOURA HILLS
818-879-0437
www.beitjudaica.com

 


Growing up too soon? Puberty strikes 7-year-old girls
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/ 


 

 
The Sounds Sweet Show

Children performer and personality Groovy David has created a weekly podcast for families looking for fun filled events to do in Southern California. Every week Groovy David focuses on five cool things around town and finishes the podcast with a song of the day, that focuses on kindie rock music the whole family can enjoy. You can listen on I-tunes under the Sounds Sweet Show or on the website  www.thesoundssweetshow.blogspot.com. You can email suggestions for the show at soundssweetshow@gmail.com.

 

 

Teen Cooking Classes
Teens will have a blast as professionally trained chefs teach them how to create delicious full-course meals, enhance their health consciousness, as well as gain valuable knowledge in the kitchen. With each class and menu being influenced by a different culture, the teens are able to travel the world right from the Chefs Inc kitchen!
August 18th & 23rd at 2:00pm (classes are approximately 3 hours)
Ages: 13-17 – Price: $70 per class
10955 Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90064
Contact: 310-470-2277 or www.chefsinc.net


 

Child Care Costs More Than College
In 40 states, the average annual cost for an infant in center-based care was higher than a year’s tuition and fees at a four-year public college.
http://nyti.ms/cMOXB8

 


University Sitters
A competitively priced child care agency throughout Southern California run by two veteran nannies. The service can help families in a variety of domestic needs, including live in or live out, full time or part time nannies, babysitters, and housekeepers.  University Sitters also offers a babysitting service with unlimited bookings for 30$ per month (three months or more) or 15$ per booking.  Jen’s lister’s try the service with a first booking free (15$ value). Continual discounts available to University affiliates and KCRW members. The service has reputable providers from Santa Barbara to San Diego.
www.universitysitters.com

 


Magnitude Cheer
All Star Cheerleading Gym, based in the San Fernando Valley, designed to teach children the fundamentals of cheerleading, dancing, and tumbling. They offer a variety of ways to participate in the sport, from beginner classes to competitive cheerleading teams. They build teamwork, respect, dedication, and sportsmanship through the sport of cheerleading. They offer classes and teams at 3 different San Fernando Valley locations.
http://www.magnitudecheer.com

 


Pediatrician: Parents can play role in onset of puberty
Dr. Alanna Levine, spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics, offers perspective on the medical phenomenon of girls entering puberty earlier.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/ 



 
Romance Party Girls…Sexy Fun For Anyone!
If you’re looking for a special kind of girls night to remember, then call 818.262.2992. Stacey at silberman1@aol.com. She is expanding into Romance, but will always be golden. Gold Party Girls are still buying your old, unwanted & broken Gold Jewelry. Our specialty is Fundraising for Public & Private Schools, Temples, Churches & All Non Profits.
www.GoldPartyGirls.com

 


Do you have a teen anguishing over acne?
Let the “Extraction Queen” bring clarity!  Clinical esthetician Sara Turbeville of SKIN works near-magic clearing acne on all ages, and has a huge teen AND adult following.  After sloughing & steaming, her nimble fingers coax out blemishes and clogs, making pores visibly smaller and tighter within 48 hours. Sara elevates the humble process of extractions to an art form.  She never does more than anyone’s up for, however, and after 20 years working with dermatologists, hers are experienced hands. She customizes treatments and home-care for each face’s unique pore-situation. Jen’s List readers get $20 off any one treatment. Call 310-339-6783 for more info.
http://www.SkinSantaMonica.com
http://www.SkinTechie.com

 

 

The Mulligan Project – Charity Organization
As a mother to two boys, Natalie Bombet felt like she wasn’t doing enough to teach them how to give back so she became a board member of The Mulligan Project, an organization that helps improve the lives of disabled children of Central Vietnam. They provide surgeries, healthcare, education, physical & speech therapy and above all dignity to children with special needs. They have a gala at a private home in West Hollywood on tonight, Saturday, August 14th. More details and donations can be made at
www.themulliganproject.org.

 


Sniffle Buddies’ featured charity for August is “Angel Flight NE”
Please visit the site of this award winning organization and share it with a friend – www.angelflightne.org. Purchase Sniffle Buddies www.snifflebuddies.com and 10% of the profits will be forwarded to “Angel Flight NE”.  In addition, you can get 15% off you order until August 31st by entering “jenslist15” at checkout! 

 


Amy’s Culinary Adventures
Join Chef Amy Jurist as she as she takes her foodie followers on a spectacular “Journey to the Far East.” A land celebrated for rich tradition and culinary creativity, Chef Amy’s multi-course affair promises to be a palate pleasing adventure in an enchanting undisclosed destination. Hosted at a stunning Pacific Palisades location, the evening will feature passed appetizers and four savory courses exquisitely paired with wine and Sake!
August 28th at 7:00pm
http://www.amysculinaryadventures.com/

 


Melaleuca – A 25 year old company
Great products at drastically reduced cost. How much do you spend on cleaning supplies, shampoo and such? Spend less. Non Toxic, environmentally friendly, and LESS $$! We have an informational meeting each Sunday Night at 6:30 in Woodland Hills, 45 minutes, no pressure. One time 29$ join fee – refundable money back guarantee for 4 months! Vitamins, weight loss, cleaning supplies. Email hearhelp@yahoo.com for more info.
www.melaleuca.com

 


For all of your electrical needs!
Specializing in trouble shooting, recessed lighting, and panel changes. Servicing all of Santa Clarita and the San Fernando Valley. Call Mitch at 661-305-0552.