The best kids birthday party entertainment ideas start at Playparty.net! They feature either the Ultimate Race Car party or the Best LEGO party. They visit your party location and set up either 4 different custom racetracks or 4 different LEGO play stations. A Playparty is a super fun hands-on activity for both boys and girls. Find out more by calling (866) 544-9591 and visit the web site now at WWW.PLAYPARTY.NET. Mention “Jens list” when booking your party date and get a FREE ¼ hour overtime period which is a $25 savings! Remember to bookmark the Playparty.net website for when your kids party date is being planned. Today in History Walt Disney’s Mary Poppins is released. (1964) Dream Day http://kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=136  1st Choice Dental Back To School Special!Bring your kids to 1st Choice Dental for their back to school checkup and you will receive $25 gift card to Staples or Office Depot. Start braces and you’ll get an Apple iTouch! It’s that easy! 1st Choice Dental offers all dental care under one roof in a very caring and state of the art environment! Make your appointment today! Insurance accepted and dental benefits maximized! Call (818)761-9000 for more info! www.1st-ChoiceDental.com Wet Brush Detangling Shower Brush You can use it on wet, damp or dry hair! I have one and seriously – it works great!! It literally GLIDES thru my tangles…swear! Great styling tool for anyone in the family! Women, men and children will love the results of these ultra strength styling tools. The comb features an integrated pick that allows for volume and lift. Guaranteed not to break, extremely heat resistant. Soft, rubberized non-slip grip for a secure, comfortable hold. The unique, soft, flexible, nylon brush bristles create an entirely new brushing experience! Combs right thru tangles without pulling! The brush retails in stores $25.00, however you can purchase them directly from Jens List member lsarto@socal.rr.com for $16.50 total & pick up in West Hills (add $1.00 if you want it shipped) or they also sell them online at http://www.cosmeticslk.com/ (they are $9.95 plus tax and shipping – so it works out to be about the same!) 2 Au Pair/Nannies available! Oriana is from Venezuela – She would love to come to California for her second year. She is 23 years old and this is what her current Host Mother said about her: “Oriana cared deeply for the children. The bond has really grown during the year, and both children smile when she comes into the room. I am sure she would be a good addition to any family, and would care for the children just like they were her own. She has a big heart and wants to make the host family and the children happy. I would recommend her without hesitation.” Rocio, is an educated 26 year old from Mexico with 10 years experience driving. She “is great with children. She follows instruction well and she would be a great au pair for another family,” according to her current Host Mother. Please contact Emily Davis, Local Childcare Coordinator at 805-371-8866 or 818-414-7240 for more information about the program – a great childcare option at less than $8 per hour. www.lcc.culturalcare.com Sweet 4 month old kitten need a home! She showed up at a Jens List members backdoor two nights ago. They can’t keep her because they already have too many cats! 🙂 She is beautiful and so affectionate and surprisingly mellow for such a little one. She has been de-fleaed and tested negative for FIV and FeLV. She will be spayed and vaccinated this week. If anyone can give a loving home to this sweetie pie please email natashalevinger@gmail.com. Organic Charm Necklaces and Stacking Rivet Rings from Heart & Stone Jewelry Stylish custom charm necklaces and stacking rings made from Recycled Silver. Choose from a variety of shapes and natural gemstones and then personalize with names, initials, dates and meaningful words. Use the code JEN10 by September 15th for 10% off your order. www.heartandstonejewelry.com Mindful Mom Deepen your parenting skills by bringing mindfulness into your family’s daily life. Learn the basics of mindful awareness practice, including simple techniques you can do at home with your child. Build your capacity for greater well being, while learning to train your attention to be more present. Exploring mindfulness we will expand our ability for clear seeing, less reactivity and much more ease. The research has shown that practicing mindfulness can have a profoundly positive effect on our bodies, minds and overall well being. Classes include practice and discussion. $200 for 6 week session. This class is just for moms. Classes offered Monday and Wednesday mornings at 10-11:30 a.m.. See www.themindfulplace.com to register, email cathy@themindfulplace.com for any questions. 20 Years of Exp. Certified WSI Instructor, ACSA Coach and Lifeguard Teaching ages 6mo. – Adult to all skill levels. Private, Semi-Private and Groups. I can teach “Traditional”, “Total Immersion” and “Self Rescue” techniques. Specializing in Aquaphobes, Infant & Toddler Swimming Survival Skills & 3 Week Intensive. Available for Pool Parties too! 310-779-8065. Watch me teach at http://www.youtube.com/user/cuvideo Having trouble coming up with restaurants suitable for the kids where you’ll actually like the food? Check out tastertotsla.com – a new blog from an LA mom and food writer. Each post talks about a restaurant from a parent’s POV, with tips about what makes it a family suitable place. Until August 31 you can enter to win a gift bag of gift and discount cards for kid-friendly LA joints. http://tastertotsla.com/ motivFIT Fitness Camp program Provides a boot camp workout that is 100% outdoors and located throughout the Conejo Valley. You’ll enjoy trail runs, hikes, and overall BootCamp conditioning workouts. They believe in taking advantage of the beautiful scenic outdoor environment that the Conejo Valley offers. Why workout indoors when you live in the best climate in the world? Limited time offer of $199 for a 4 week Fitness Camp ( 5 days/wk ). Next Fitness Camp begins September 6th! http://www.motivFIT.com ResumeBootcamp.com A professional resume consulting service that is committed to getting your resume in top shape. In addition to resume services, other career related services include Career Counseling, Cover Letters, Thank you Letters, and anything else you may need for your job related endeavors. Visit www.ResumeBootcamp.com for more information and to read customer testimonials, or send an email to inquiries@resumebootcamp.com. Mention Jen’s List to receive 10% OFF all services. Thomas the Tank Engine Playday at Travel Town Sunday, September 5th from 1-4pm 5200 Zoo Drive Los Angeles http://www.traveltown.org Fiesta Hermosa Labor Day Weekend: September 4th, 5th & 6th from10 am to 6 pm The largest arts & crafts fair in Southern California! Over 270 artists and crafters are featured, including painters, photographers, ceramicists, jewelers, sculptors, and handcrafters. http://www.fiestahermosa.com/index.html Join Fierce Mamas, a fashionable maternity line created by Project Runway designer Christian Siriano, and Ideeli.com on Monday, August 30th, for a 48 hour exclusive sale event From trendy tops that start at $12 to stylish dresses that start at $30, women can splurge on their bump without the guilt, saving up to 60% off retail price! Fierce Mamas is the go-to premiere luxury maternity line when it comes to dressing A-list celebrity moms-to-be that that include Christina Applegate, Becki Newton, and Ali Larter. Click http://www.ideeli.com/events/coming_soon and enter code “moodymamas” and get up to the minute details of this extravagant event! Apps for Healthy Kids competition $60,000 in prizes to create innovative, fun and engaging software tools and games that encourage children directly or through their parents to make more nutritious food choices and be more physically active. http://www.appsforhealthykids.com/ Educational Therapist Heather Stone has been working with children for over 15 years in her private practice and in schools throughout the Los Angeles area. She is a graduate of UCLA and did her post graduate studies at CSUN earning her Masters Degree in Special Education, Specializing in Educational Therapy. She has successfully helped individuals with learning challenges reach their optimum academic performance through individualized interventions. Her work focuses on children of all ages. Email hcoopstone@yahoo.com for more info! Disney U Rock You can find everything you need to create your own rockin’ video, check out other videos, and vote for your faves. And, it’s the place to enter the U Rock contest — just upload your video for a chance to win a one-of-a-kind experience with a Disney artist, including a trip and much more. http://urock.disney.go.com/ Marmaduke A lighthearted comedy based on the comic strip by Brad Anderson. When Phil gets a job with an organic pet food company in California, he moves his family, including his huge Great Dane Marmaduke and Balinese cat Carlos, from their home in Kansas in order to pursue his new job opportunity, but he’s so wrapped up in his new job that he doesn’t really take time to listen to his wife and kids and consider their needs. Marmaduke knows exactly what’s going on, but he can’t get Phil to listen, and besides, he’s got his own problems trying to fit in at the local dog park. Phil and Marmaduke each struggle to impress their peers and reinvent themselves in the image of what they think others want them to be, but they only wind up hurting themselves and their family. Coming to DVD/Blu-ray on Aug. 31st! http://www.themarmadukemovie.com/ The Early Childhood Parenting Center Wednesday Night Parenting Group Meets the second Wednesday of each month from 7:15pm to 8:30pm. The cost is $100.00 for four sessions and is payable in advance. A licensed professional leads the discussions on Issues related to pre- school aged children. For more information please call them at 310-281-9770. Parents learn “how to be the best parent you can be” in a warm and nurturing environment. They cover a range of topics that are relevant to parenting and child development. Located at The Early Childhood Parenting Center 1440 Harvard Street in Santa Monica Please RSVP to info@parentingtots.org or call 310-281-9770 www.parentingtots.org Turn negativity into positivity! Make the most of your time – give love and support. http://www.zenfamilyhabits.net/2010/08/ A little history about the ubiquitous park pigeon One actually saved lives in WWII! http://blog.oregonlive.com/homesandgardens/ David Tobocman’s Very Helpful Songs, Live in Topanga Sunday at 11am Will Geer Theater (aka Theatricum Botanicum) Tickets, $8 visit www.Theatricum.com for directions visit www.VeryHelpfulSongs.com for more info on David’s music for families Kait @ Bree Salon will be offering $100 off Brazilian Blowouts to Jen’s List members Offer good for the rest of August and all of September. Call 818.508.4500 and ask for Kait to make an appointment. This offer is not valid with any other coupons or offers and is for first time clients only. 12180 Ventura Blvd. in Studio City 91604 www.breesalon.com Get Organized! Tired of Having Things You Don’t Need…But Can’t Let Go Of? Tired of unorganized rooms, closets, cabinets etc? Revital will make life easy and neat for you. Her services include kitchen, bathrooms, pantries. All closets anywhere in the house. Moving or going under constructions? She will help sort and organize before and after. And garage too. Mess Be Gone id dedicated to take stress of your life! Call 818-631-4282 for more info! 10% off when you mention Jen’s list. Pet Care If you have fall travel plans and need a wonderful place for your beloved pet to stay or maybe you are going back to work and you need day care for your doggie call Lewi Girls Pet Care. We offer cage free, indoor and outdoor access, lots of exercise and tons of love. We also do feedings/dog walkings at your home. Excellent references upon request. Book your Thanksgiving reservation now. One less thing to worry about! Call Lori Lewi at (818)883-0478. LosAngelesMammor.com An e-mail network for Swedes in Los Angeles. The e-mails contains information about Swedish events, links to organizations, Swedish companies etc. This is great if you easily want to get in contact with other Swedes in L.A. and be a little up to date with what is happening in the Swedish community here in L.A. Go to www.LosAngelesMammor.com for more info. If you know any Swedes pass the information along, even people who are not moms will find these e-mails useful! Are “Open Marriages” a good thing or a horrible idea? Is it ever ok to go outside a marriage? If so, under what circumstances? Do you think a concept like a “negotiated infidelity” could save your marriage? What is the difference between negotiated infidelity and cheating? Would you rather divorce your husband or allow him to keep his mistress so you remain married? Then a new talk show would like to hear from you. Please contact talktv2010@gmail.com ASAP. FINAL TOUCH ROOFING INC. A full service licensed & insured roofing company. We install new roofs, re-roofs and roof repairs. We also install fascia board & gutters. End of the summer low prices on roofing materials call (818) 487-7071 or www.roofneeds.com PHOTOGRAPHIC MOMENTS On location photos for children’s birthday parties and other special events. Relax with your guests & family while Liat photographs and documents your special day. Photos are shot in a spontaneous manner. Hourly rates are $45 with NO minimum. For more info email liatsart@hotmail.com or call (818) 731-0996. Acting for the Stage, Acting for TV & Film – Filmmaking 101 Classes for ages 5-18 $450/12 weeks. Saturdays from 10am-12pm Starts September 18, 2010 To enroll, call 323.601.1022 or email shootingstarsparties@gmail.com Indian Summer, How Do You Know When Your Vegetables are Ripe? All About Mosquitoes, How Often Should I Water My Lawn? Gardening articles. http://www.greenthumbinternational.com/news/10/34/print.php Dreaming of a New Kitchen? Let DKM Design Studio bring your vision to reality. We specialize in kitchens and baths! Call for your free in house consultation today at 323-638-4751 or email debbie@dkmdesignstudio.com. www.dkmdesignstudio.com Trim360 Looking to return to the workforce? Looking for a part-time job to help with the cost of the kids’ daycare or college? Maybe just looking for a fun way to earn some extra cash? Trim360 may be the ideal opportunity for you! We are seeking self-motivated individuals to promote a scientifically proven weight loss program, created by Dr. Rachman. Work with LA’s top diet professionals to help friends, family, etc lose weight and keep it off! Call Kasey @ 866-977-8746 for more information! www.trim360.com |
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