Monday September 13, 2010





Nickelodeon’s Storytime Live!
Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE
October 16th and 17th – Five shows featuring Dora the Explorer, The Backyardigans, The Wonder Pets! and Ni Hao, Kai-lan.  Purchase tickets at www.ticketmaster.com, Ticketmaster by-phone (800)745-3000 or the STAPLES Center box office. Priced from $67.00 -$29.50.
www.nicklivetour.com

 



Today in History
* New York City becomes the capitol of the United States. I bet you didn’t know that! (1788)
* Chiang Kai-Shek became the president of China (1943)
* Positive thinking day
* Uncle Sam day
* Fortune cookie day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=153

 


Play and Grow Smart-er Tips
Nancy Pyne-Hapke, author of ‘Play and Grow Smart, A Guide Supporting Brain Development, Birth through Five,’ has been giving tips to aid your child’s optimum skill development through proactive neuroscience-based activities every Monday.  These ideas come from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books.  
LEARNING TO READ, PART 1
·  Creating pleasurable reading experiences is an essential component in building your child’s lifetime love of reading.  Make early literacy experiences fun, and build pleasurable, quality reading time into your family schedule.  The best way to raise children who love books and reading is to provide them with enjoyable 1-on-1 times spent with older readers, immersing them in great literature with brilliant illustrations – this will develop strong readers who are passionate about books and reading.
·  A few months after Toddler has stopped chewing board books, begin a LIBRARY habit.  Check out books and CDs with stories to listen to.  There will be weekly story hours (themed Saturday morning story times, intergenerational “grandparent hour,” authors reading their own books), sing-alongs, puppet shows, plays and other Toddler age-appropriate activities.
·  Remember – reading, listening, speaking and discussing are all parts of LITERACY.  Reading also allows children to increase vocabulary, attention span, imagination and knowledge.
·  Don’t be judgmental about the pace of your child’s abilities – it is TOTALLY WITHIN NORMS for children to read before 4 years old OR even as late as in the 8th year.  It’s all in how an individual’s brain is ‘wired’ as to when Mother Nature turns the switch on to be able to decode alphabet letters (symbols) into sounds, then sound patterns into meaningful words.  Brain development-wise, reading is com-pli-ca-ted!
·  Since the strong patterns in songs/rhymes support the links between letters/sounds, enthusiastically sing all kinds of songs and recite nursery rhymes.  Read to and with your child.  Let him predict what will happen, then tell the story back to you.  Talk descriptively about illustrations.  Read everywhere everyday: bedtime, breakfast, waiting in line or at an appointment.  Keep books in your purse, in the car.
·  There is REAL value in turning pages and reading together.  (tactile, auditory, visual, language/vocabulary, social/emotional, fine motor, creativity, life skills, thinking/learning)
·  Next week – “Critical Skills to Learn to Read, Part 2”  Any ?s – email msmarm@roadrunner.com

 


$10 for $20 to Spend at Sticker Planet (Half-Off)
Sticker Planet, located in the Historic Farmers Market at Third and Fairfax, doesn’t just carry stickers – they also carry a large range of scrapbooking supplies, sticker books and sticker boxes, and wall stickers too!  But if stickers are what you’re after, their selection can’t be beat.  Every cartoon character or animal imaginable for kids. The ever-popular scratch ‘n sniff stickers.  Exotic locations and themes for vacation, wedding or baby scrapbooks for adults.  And many great stickers for teachers. Everyone loves stickers!  So who wouldn’t love a deal that saves you 50% at the coolest sticker store in town?
http://www.dailyd.com/jenslist 

 

 
Amazing new 8 Week Group Focused on Transforming Women’s Relationship with Food
Is your negative body image causing feelings of isolation and helplessness? Do you have days where your thoughts are consumed by what you ate previously and self-imposed rules about what you should and shouldn’t eat at any given time? Do you hold the belief that if only you were able to get control over what you eat and lose weight, you will finally be happy?
Dr. Michelle Gold and Andrea Mendelsohn, MFT, are licensed clinicians with extensive experience helping women to understand their preoccupation with weight, body-image and food. In this group, we will be exploring the underlying beliefs that have created and perpetuated this battle. They will be examining what drives emotional eating with the goal of transforming our relationship with food. They will be discussing the extraordinary work of Geneen Roth (author of Women, Food and God), who has developed practical principles which can free you from emotional eating. Throughout this 8 week process, they will discuss how you can possess remarkably good reasons to turn to food when you are not hungry. Their hope is to instill the belief in you that change is possible. With compassion and patience, they will provide a confidential and safe environment for this important work to unfold.
8 Week Session – $400
Wednesdays, September 29-November 17, 2010 from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
5023 N. Parkway Calabasas in Calabasas, CA 91302
To register or to receive more information, please contact Andrea Mendelsohn at 818.634.4967 or andreamendelsohn@aol.com.

 


Do you straighten your hair with a rolling brush/flat iron every time you wash it?
With 5 kids, washing my hair was surely a process and one that took a long time from start to finish. Then, I meet Gui.  He works in a high end salon in Beverly Hills and does the Brazilian Blowout in people’s homes when he is not there(and considering he comes to you…the price is the same if not less than all other salons are charging!). The whole thing takes about 1 1/2-2 hours and lasts about 4 months(sometimes more)! It will leave your hair soft, shiny, and silky and is recommended for curly, wavy, damaged, or color-treated hair. You can’t wash it for 48 hours and after that, you must use a sulfate free shampoo. Your hair will be frizz-free as if it has been professionally blown out. You can call Gui at 310-800-6354 or email him at seloperdido@hotmail.com. He is such a doll, very easy to talk to and wonderful to work with. PROMISE – you will be super happy that you did it!

 


Do you know a new mommy, grandma or auntie?
Give them a gift to cherish forever. Beautiful and affordable MommyJewelry has a brand new and improved web site with many beautiful new items. I LOVE their stuff! Their Bars of Love and our Circles of Love are featured in this month’s US Weekly’s Shop-a-thon. Starting at $22 for a sterling charm, our prices can’t be beat! 10% off with coupon code -JENSLIST and free shipping on any order of $50 or more.
www.mommyjewelry.com

 


Join Brian Peeler and the Jen’s List Girls for a fun and exciting bootcamp
Summer camps are over, schools are going back and the warm weather doesn’t seem to be going anywhere…so….STOP MAKING EXCUSES! You will get in shape, have fun and make great new friends. Please email peelerbootcamp@yahoo.com (Subject line: Jen’s List Bootcamp) for further information.
All sessions start the week of September 20th and run for four weeks:
Bootcamp #1: Mondays and Wednesdays 10am-11am Woodland Hills (Warner Center Park)
Bootcamp #2: Tuesdays and Thursdays 10am-11am Woodland Hills (Warner Center Park)
Bootcamp #3: Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30pm-6:30pm Woodland Hills (Warner Center Park)
Bootcamp #4: Mondays and Wednesdays 6am-7am Studio City (Moorpark Park)
Bootcamp #5: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6am-7am Encino (Lake Balboa Park)
Bootcamp #6: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30am-9:30am Encino (Lake Balboa Park)
$100 for 4 weeks (includes 2 sessions per week for 4 weeks) – That’s $12.50 per session
$125 for 4 weeks (includes unlimited sessions for 4 weeks..you can attend as many bootcamps as you would like!)

 


Gourmandise Desserts Baking Classes
http://www.gourmandisedesserts.com/classes.php

 


General, Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry
New Patients Welcome!

20% off first visit!

Tracey Cooperstein, DMD is focused on providing the highest quality dental services to meet your expectations.
5400 Balboa Boulevard, Suite 230 in Encino, CA 91316
(818) 788-4504 / Smile@DrCooperstein.com
www.drcooperstein.com


Special Event IconAutumn Portraits with Orit Harpaz at North Hollywood Park
Saturday, September 25th, 9AM to 5PM
Casual portraits of your little ones and the whole family in a beautiful, natural setting. Sessions are $95 and include:
-45 min. session
-30-60 edited images, private web gallery -two 4×6’s and one 5×7 of one image of your choice -Disc of low res. session images Sessions reserved with payment.
Contact Play at info@play-losangeles.com or 323-988-1189
11455 Magnolia Blvd. in N. Hollywood, CA 91601
www.oritharpaz.com
www.play-losangeles.com

 


Mommy Nights Preview Event at Innovative Baby
Innovative Baby is hosting a preview event for their new “Mommy Nights” event series! A Night for  Mom’s to shop, unwind and socialize with friends!
Thursday, September 16th from 6:00pm- 9:00 pm
114 Washington Blvd in Marina Del Rey, Ca 90292
During the event:
30% discount off of everything in the store
Up to 80% off on special sale items
Complimentary snacks and drinks
“Mommy Nights” is a new concept from Innovative Baby where local Moms and Mommy groups can host a private shopping event at the store after hours. Incentives include special store discounts, the option for a portion of the proceeds to benefit a charity or organization (fundraising for pre-school perhaps?), food and drink as well as the option for other activities in-store! If you are interested in hosting an event please email erincloke@innovative-baby.com for more information.

 


Life Unexpected returns for its second season on the CW
Wednesday, September 15th from 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET
“Ocean Uncharted” (TV-PG, DL sptv050769) (HDTV)
Cate (Shiri Appleby) and Ryan (Kerr Smith) return from their honeymoon only to discover that major changes have been made at the radio station in their absence. See cast photos and interviews on the show’s website and don’t miss the first episode of season 2!
www.cwlifeunexpected.com

 


Gift idea for anyone who has a baby adopted from China
A Simple Daisy specializes in high-quality t-shirts that are fun to wear and their “Building Familes” line features a large selection of fabulous t-shirts for the entire family. All “Worth the Wait,” “We’ll Be There Soon..To Bring You Home,” and Family Ties tees (mother, father, sister, brother, grandma, grandpa–in English and Chinese) are ONLY $10. Please visit www.asimpledaisy.com and click on BUILDING FAMILIES (page 2 &3) while supplies last.

 


The Mitzvahs & More Expo
Sunday, October 24, 2010, from 11 A.M. – 4 P.M.
JW Marriott Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE (adjacent to the Staples Center)
900 W. Olympic Bl., Los Angeles, California
Open to the public and is free. The expo is a valuable source for Bar/Bat Mitzvah projects and events. Attendees will have a chance to meet with leading companies (e.g., DJs, caterers, entertainers, etc.).
www.mitzvahsandmore.com

 


CALLING ALL BASEBALL PITCHERS
ALL AGES– Learn the basic mechanics of your pitching motion, then concentrate on grips and pitching location.  Improve control and put less pressure on your arm! Throw more strikes and have more FUN! Learn sinkers, sliders, circle change, and much more. Call TIM PLODINEC—Former Professional Pitcher at (818) 888-1336 or (818) 857-9351.

 


The Olive Vineyard NOW OPEN!
Fine Oils & Vinegars Come taste & experience the difference with the selection of flavors. The intimate tasting room contains over 40 flavored extra virgin olive oils & balsamic vinegars imported from countries world-wide. Mention Jen’s List to receive 10% off!
www.TheOliveVineyard.com

 


Reel Talk
Stephen Farber, one of the country’s leading film critics and historians, continues his film series at the Wadsworth Theatre with HOWL on Monday, September 27th at 7:00pm. Unlike any other preview series, Reel Talk with Stephen Farber allows the film going public to be the first to sample some of the most exciting movies of 2010 followed by revealing discussions with top actors and filmmakers after the screenings.  In HOWL, James Franco plays controversial Beat poet Allen Ginsberg in a drama centering on the obscenity trial that shocked America during the 1950s.  Supporting players include David Strathairn, Jon Hamm, Mary-Louise Parker, and Jeff Daniels.  Guest speakers will be co-directors and co-writers Jeffrey Friedman and Rob Epstein, the Academy Award-winning filmmakers behind such documentaries as  The Times of Harvey Milk, Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt, and The Celluloid Closet.  Tickets are available through ticketmaster.com, or visit www.RICHMARKENT.com for more information

 


Check out A LITTLE NOSH at the Calabasas Farmer’s Market!
Mandelbrot, Ruggelah, Cookies, Brownies & more. Incredibly delicious, homemade family recipes! You can find Cindy and her amazing baked goods every Saturday from 8am – 1pm at the Calabasas Farmer’s Market. Mention Jen’s List and receive $1.00 off! You can also check out more yummy delights through the website, www.alittlenosh.com. They will ship anywhere in the US!

 


ANIMAL SCOUTS
September 26th @ 11am
Private animal show and activity at Placerita Canyon Nature Center in Santa Clarita. $20 per family for non-members, Members are FREE. Go to www.AnimalScouts.com for more info. Reservations Required.

 


PILATES
Have you ever wanted to try Pilates but didn’t want to spend $60 or $70 on a private session? One On One Pilates in Encino is a small home studio offering private instruction for only $40. Try it 3 times for $100 total and see what you’ve been missing! New clients only. Call Donna at 818.469.5730 to schedule your appointment.

 


Do you have guardianship of your children formalized?
Are your medical intervention wishes down in writing?
Is your estate in a trust?
Answer NO to any of the above, then read on…
The Law Offices of David H. Lieberthal is pleased to offer customized family estate plans, including applicable wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives and funerary instructions.  They are offer affordable legal services for small businesses and start-ups. Most services are offered on a flat-fee basis, and discounted rates are available to Jens List members.  They will travel to your home or office, and night and weekend appointments are also available. Call or email today for a free consultation and quote.
The Law Office of David H. Lieberthal – (818)568-8544 / david@lieberthal.net.

 


Do you have a perfect playroom?
Did you know that if children help design their spaces they will invest more time there and energy in its upkeep?  Are you aware that too many toys has a negative impact on learning?  Learn how to revive your playroom and choose toys that are conducive to your child’s development at www.aperfectplayroom.com. While you’re there enter to win the lead singer of Presidents of the United States of America’s latest critically acclaimed children’s album, “This is Fun.”

 


Parent Coaching, Workshops, Home Visits
Spending Time with Our Children:  How to Bring Moments of “Being” into all the “Doing”
http://beverlyhillsdowntownla.macaronikid.com/article/ 

 

 
Looking for a last minute escape before the year ends
Enjoy one week in a 5 Star Grand Mayan Resort. You may stay at one of these 5 star resorts for only $1150/week by booking a date in the next 45 days. You select one of the Mayan locations and a date, then Sharon will verify availability for booking. You will stay in a 2 bdrm/kitchen (based on availability at the time of booking.)  See the website attached for locations. X-mas week is a Blackout week. Call 818-903-6069 for more info.
http://mayanresorts.com/the-grand-mayan/

 


Weight Winners OPENS
Tuesday, Sept 14 at 9AM
At Van Nuys & Moorpark, Sherman Oaks, near In-N-Out Burger, sharing space with i-Fitness
Meet Dr. Ed – he’ll answer questions! Founder Dr. Ed Marshall has helped thousands learn to eat like naturally slim people – only for body hunger & very picky! $9.95 buys the Weight Winners Guide by Dr. Ed, and a month of coaching at Weight Winners! Natural weight loss. No dieting, pills, or surgery.
http://WeightWinners.org
(818) 453-2666 for info/reserve seat

 


In-Home Tutoring and Academic Mentorship with Launch Education Group
Launch Education Group offers one-to-one, in-home tutoring, customized to meet each child’s individual needs. With a focus on academic mentorship and organizational support, they aim to help students achieve their full potential. The experienced tutors are graduates from the most prestigious universities, and they are inspiring mentors with the unique ability to make learning fun and exciting! services include:
· K-12 academic tutoring in all subjects including AP
· Both individual and group ISEE Prep
· Subject Test Prep
To learn more about any of the services, visit www.launcheducation.com, contact Sallie Oto at sallie@launcheducation.com, or call 310.315.0800.

 


Broadway Singing Class
Ages: 6 – 8
Location: Monrovia, Starts September 23, 2010 Thursdays, 4:00p.m. – 4:50p.m. 
Nine-week series, Cost: $195.00
Introducing a fun class for young singers! This is a beginning singing course that uses age-appropriate Broadway show tunes to introduce young children to range, projection, ear training, and movement. Students will each be given one or two solos and one or two ensemble pieces from the Broadway repertoire to work on throughout the course. Call 818-455-325 for more info!
www.kathymatchiner.com

 


Garden Kids Consignment
Want to Make Extra Money for the Holidays & Clean out those closets?  Sell your outgrown, gently used children’s items with Garden Kids Consignment. They sell clothes, shoes, toys, books, furnishings, sports eqpt and maternity stuff too! It’s easy!  Register by 9/15 for only $10 ($15 after) and they will sell your items and send you a check!
www.GardenKidsConsignment.com

 


Problems communicating with your spouse?
You are not alone, thousands of married couples are experiencing problems and don’t know who to see for counseling. Dawn Michael M.A. MFT and professional member of (aasect) can help put passion back into your marriage with communication and sexual intimacy counseling. Dawn is trained to help her clients with their most sensitive personal problems. Visit her website to learn more about Dawn, by reading her many published articles with comments and solutions, and her intimate product store for adults only . Dawn is now available for in office counseling sessions located in Thousand Oaks at the Bodysattva wellness center.  Contact Dawn by phone (805) 732-7847 or visit her website www.thehappyspouse.com. SPECIAL for new clients only –  one first counseling session over phone or office visit 1 hour $75.00.

 


Looking to hire a paralegal?
Michele Karpel is looking for a paralegal position with a small firm in or around the Studio City/Valley Village area. She has 9+ years as a contracts administrator, is a certified paralegal, is detail oriented, loyal and self motivating. Contact her at 818-383-1044 or yeahplease@aol.com.

 


25% OFF PORCELAIN VENEERS!
Make your smile as straight, white, and dashing as you desire with high-end porcelain veneers! Offer applies to new patients only. Call for a complementary consultation today at 818-78-TEETH (818-788-3384).
www.DashingDentistry.com

 


Holistic Facials by Karina – September Specials
New Client Facial – $65, includes peel
Enjoy dramatic savings on our best sellers:
Hyaluronic Acid Serum 100% botanical- $30
100% Squalane Oil – $25
NEW! Botanical STEM CELL Serum – $45
NEW! Real 24 KARAT GOLD Suspension Serum – $50
Specializes in Rosacea, Acne treatments and products
www.FacialsbyKarina.com
For appt call (323) 663-8382 or email karina@facialsbykarina.com

 


Dana Gache Hairstyling
Have your hair done in the intimate comfort of a home studio. Children are welcome. Located in the Culver City Arts District. Women’s haircuts are $35,Men $30, Children $20-$25, one process color $45, highlights $75-$100, Brazilian straightening $200. First time customers receive a complimentary haircut when they have a color process done, $150 for first time Brazilian Treatment. Call 310 351 6408 for more info.

 


GREEN Carpet Cleaning
If you are in need of your carpet, upholstery, or tile & grout cleaned, Royal Carpet Care strives to impress every customer with their advanced steam cleaning equipment, knowledgeable certified technicians, and their superior green cleaning solutions. Call today for a free estimate at 1-800-976-9250.
www.MyRoyalCarpetCare.com 

 


Life Insurance
Does your life insurance offer you complimentary benefits like competitive scholarships, orphan benefits to your children if they lose one or both parents and benefits for critical and terminal illness? Life is filled with celebration and daily routine, but we can also face unforeseen challenges. Life insurance can be the foundation that helps you prepare for the unexpected.  As a busy mom in the west valley, Mauri Bailey understands what it means to protect your family. Call her at (818)489-5199 for more info.
www.foresters.com