Thursday October 14, 2010

 

Today in History
* Martin Luther King Jr was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize (1964)
* United Nation’s Day
This day recognized the United Nation organization and all who serve and participate in this world organization. The United Nations is dedicated to world peace and to the betterment of humanity through a wide range of program from world hunger to environment and health issues. Almost all of the nearly 200 countries in the world are members of this organization.

 

$25 for $50 to Spend at Rough Roses (Half-Off)
Treat yourself to chic leather handbags, belts and more at designer shop Rough Roses. With this deal, you get half-off at this fashion-forward design house featuring leather handbags, wallets, belts and women’s apparel. Rough Roses products have been featured in numerous magazines, including InStyle, O Magazine and Lucky, and have been spotted on celebrities including Britney Spears, Lauren Conrad, Kara Dioguardi, Niecy Nash and Kristin Chenoweth. If these bags appeal to that spectrum of famous women, chances are there’s something you’ll like too!
http://www.dailyd.com/jenslist 

 

BEST CHORE CHARTS I HAVE EVER SEEN!
Logan and Blue has the most adorable wooden chore charts that are not only effective and easy to use, but are super cute and can match any room! Each chart is customized with 12 laminated chore cards (and they can be any chore you like, individual to your child’s unique needs). They are also stamped with a star on the back so when the child is finished with that specific chore, the card is turned over & they see a star for a job well done. Each chore card is the size of a business card so they are not oversized, but big enough for little hands to turn them over. There are no rules when it comes to how you use this chart. Choose 6 cards in the morning to make getting ready easier and 6 different cards at night. Choose the same 6 everyday..whatever works for you! Some chores I chose were: Brush teeth, Be kind to brothers, Wash hands, Story time, Homework, Help with laundry, Pick up toys, Help Mom, Help Dad, Set table, Get dressed, Take a bath and Make Bed. Check them out here. They are worth every penny and will last for years to come!
http://www.loganandblue.com/just-for-kids/ 

 

Sara’s Lingerie
Just had a baby? Need a Nursing bra? Lost weight or gained weight and need a little adjustment? Had a surgery? Getting married? Buying the very first bra for your daughter?  Sara’s Lingerie is an ultimate specialty store with lingerie experts trained to fit every woman to that perfect bra. From Corsets to Designer Panties to Romantic Bridal Apparel, Sara’s Lingerie embraces the Female Body. Beautiful and comfortable, professionally-fitted Lingerie brings confidence to all women, regardless of age or shape. Jen’s List members get 10% off. Sara’s Lingerie also specializes in:
1. Personal Fitting, Measuring and Altering to specific shape and needs.
2. Hard to find sized from AA TO 46H.
3. Non-symmetrical breasts, shoulders, or hips.
4. Post-surgery bras, dealing with reconstruction, mastectomy, mastoplexy and more.
www.saraslingerie.com
12244 Ventura Blvd. in Studio City
818-736-8332
17211 Ventura Blvd. in Encino
818-990-1270

 

NURSERY SCHOOL IS OPEN AT TEMPLE JUDEA’S TARZANA CAMPUS
The construction on the new Temple is impressive and moving along quickly. Its biggest fans are the nursery school students. They love to peer through the special windows created just for them, as they watch the creation of a new synagogue building arise before their very eyes. It’s not too late to enroll: 818 758 3800 and ask for the Nursery School office. Spread the word. Temple Judea’s nursery school and parenting center are open on Lindley in Tarzana.
www.templejudea.com

 Southbay FAMILY DAY painting at VINTAGE CANVAS
Saturday OCTOBER 23 at 10 AM
They will guide everyone through a charming GHOST painting. No experience needed! A perfect family event for children 8 and up. Bring snacks and drinks and have a ghostly good time. Call 310-615-4548 or book online at www.vintagecanvas.net. Special price of $25 per person. Mention Jen’s List and get 2 or more for $19 each.
118 W Grand Ave in El Segundo

 

Do you have a child on the spectrum of Autism aka ASD?
We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym has just begun a wonderful support group on Tuesday nights at 6:30pm until 7:45pm. The group is led by Dr. Nicole Downey, who has an extensive background in special needs children and dealing with the effects it has on the parents and siblings. For more information on becoming part of the group, call 818-708-0860 or visit http://werockthespectrumkidsgym.com.

 Sheri’s Corner Childcare
Referred by Jens List member bgavrieli@socal.rr.com
“My grandson’s former teacher, has left her 17 year teaching career to open her own daycare in Northridge. What could be more exciting than that! She has space available to provide a loving & nurturing environment for your little ones. Her place is amazing! Clean, calm & lots of educational toys, books & puzzles to enhance the kids imagination. Give Sheri a call at 818) 739-1453 or email her at sheribuch1@gmail.com & go see her place. You WON’T be sorry! I promise!”

 

 

The Special Education and IEP Social Network
Why become a member?
1. Read informative articles on special education laws, parent rights and the newest therapies.
2. Post questions in the forums.
3. Participate in discussions
4. Network with Special Ed Professionals 5. It’s Free 6. Plus you get a free special education rights primer.
www.SpecialEducationAdvisor.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 AND don’t be fooled by others offering a “special”!). The whole thing takes about 1 1/2-2 hours and lasts about 4-6 months. 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! Not only have I done it now, 3 times, but TONS of other Jens List members have used him too! “The View” even just did a segment about it this past Monday – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg5MyeIx6J8

 

Celebrity Spray Tanner offer an Luxurious Island Spray Tan in the comfort of your own home!
Dannielle offers an elite & exclusive mobile airbrush tanning service (2-4 hour tan – Less wait time for the tan to develop!) that comes directly to your location (even offers confidentiality agreements provided upon request). I have had other spray tans in the past, but NOTHING lasts as long as this and NOTHING looks as good! She does an AWESOME job & makes you look amazing! Spray tanning has been used for several years in the entertainment industry and has become a very popular alternative to tanning booths and effects of the sun. If you have always wanted that supermodel glow….well here it is! Spray tanning can hide blemishes, cellulite, stretch marks and even makes the body appear slimmer. Mention Jens list and get 15% your 1st tan! Contact Dannielle at 805.452.0648 or visit www.Islandspraytan.com for more info!

 

Looking for YOUR Daycare Recommendations
A few years ago, I asked for Daycare Leads on Jens List and rec’d about 20 great referrals. It is now time to UPDATE that list.
If you have a WONDERFUL Daycare to recommend, please email jen@jenslist.com all the information.
Thank you!

 Award Winning Photography
It’s time for Holiday photos and holiday cards. Landry Major is an award winning photographer and makes your family photo session fun! Your kids will have a blast and you will have beautiful photos to last forever. Landry’s photos appear in national magazines and advertising every month. She is currently offering a 20% discount on a photo session to Jen’s List subscribers.
http://www.landrymajorkids.com

 

CASTING
Do you have an overweight child?
A major cable television network is casting for a new reality show.  Would you like to learn how your entire family can get healthy from the leading fitness and nutrition experts from around the country?  Are you willing to have your journey filmed?  If so, please e-mail info@drdolgoff.com for more information.  You must live in the Los Angeles area. 
AND
Here’s your chance to win a MILLION DOLLARS!
In this new, fast-paced, exciting game show, each team of contestants is given a million dollars! Just 7 multiple-choice questions stand between the contestants and their chance to take home the million. It will take unbelievable courage, quick wits, and nerves of steel to beat MILLION DOLLAR MONEY DROP! Teams consist of any two people, married or unmarried couples, brothers and sisters, partners, etc.)  EMAIL milliondollardrop@gmail.com.
AND
Emmy nominated daytime TV show is looking for greater LA area parents with teens
They can be good kids, they  just need a family and a house to demonstrate how to “teen proof” your home.  This is for a segment on making sure your teens aren’t getting into trouble with drugs etc.  Looking for parents who can talk about how tough it is to parent teens nowadays and how it might be helpful to have an expert come in and make sure there are no “trouble spots” in the home. This is an important informational piece for anyone parenting a teen. Please contact: Jonathan@LUCIDPublicRelations.com.
AND
Looking to cast a healthy family that knows good food to eat on the go
Nationally Syndicated, Award Winning Talk Show is currently looking for families with children or teenagers and that rely on low-calorie/ pre-packaged foods like Lean Cuisines, Lean Pockets, Low-Calorie Cereals, Low-Fat Ice Cream, Salad Dressings, Soups, etc. for their meals. Email Lisa.Cohen@cbs.com if this applies to you!

 AN EVENING OF BEAUTY W/MAKE-UP ARTIST MELISSA McNAMARA
Friday, October 29th from 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Join Holly and Rachel for a magical night of beauty. GET YOUR GLAM ON! and have a transformational experience in the gifted hands of celebrity make-up artist Melissa(formerly of Smashbox). You will have the wonderful opportunity to learn how to maximize your natural beauty.  Products from Arbonne’s new make-up line. RSVP to rachelabroms@sbcglobal.net.
1038 S. Mansfield Ave. (at Olympic) LA, 90019

 

Watch My Gym’s new kids’ show – THE ACTIVATORS!
Tired of watching your kids veg out in front of the TV? Have no fear — The Activators are here! The Activators are a hilarious and exciting fitness group for kids whose web videos and live shows will make your little ones move their bodies and have tons of fun! The best part is your child can get their very own personal video from The Activators, too! MARK YOUR CALENDERS! Check out their next concert on Saturday, October 16th at 11:30am at Westfield Topanga Mall in Canoga Park (Lower Level between Sears and The Canyon).
www.TheActivators.net

 

Old Navy Cardholder Exclusive!
Kids Shop Free (10/15-10/21)
The perfect reason to shop this week at Old Navy,  Buy one Adult item and get a Kids item FREE (Kids item must be equal or lesser value)! This time, you can shop for yourself AND your kids without feeling guilty! GET A FREE KIDS ITEM with every adult item you buy with your Old Navy Card, Gap Card, or Banana Republic Card! UNLIMITED! (See store for details.)
www.oldnavy.com

 Independence Dance Company – KIDS AND TODDLERS!
CREATIVITY & EXERCISE! They are a new children’s dance company and studio in North Hollywood! Ballet, tap, jazz and more!  Tiny Tots/Mommy and Me, Tuesday Mornings 9:30-10:30. Mini (3yrs – 6yrs) Ballet Jazz Combo, Wednesdays 4:30-5:30. Youth (8-14yrs) Hip Hop, Mondays 4:30-5:30. Youth and Teen Ballet and Tap! Some adult classes. First Class is FREE! Referral bonuses! Call 818-688-1238 or email independencedance@gmail.com for more information!
www.independencedance.com

 

Halloween Parent’s Night Out at Froggy’s!
Saturday, October 30th from 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Kids come in your costumes! Froggy’s will have a pumpkin decorating Parent’s Night Out! Included in this evening will be a Halloween cooking activity, painting a mini pumpkin and we will have a pizza party too! Come drop off your children at Froggy’s and go have an evening to yourself. The Froggy’s trained staff will entertain your children with their own Halloween Party Night, dinner included and lots of non-scary FUN! Reservations are required call now to reserve your space at 818-980-3764 or 818-980-FROG.  $30 / per child, sibling $20, Ages 3 to 12.
11332 Camarillo Street in Toluca Lake

 

WORKING MOMS PARENTING GROUP
Join other working moms to discuss issues related to child development, and the challenges of working and raising families. Explore ways to find balance in your life while developing your identity as both a woman and mother. Synthia Praglin, Parenting Instructor at A Mother’s Haven, Encino, brings her expertise to Birth & Beyond, Santa Monica. 6 week session begins Tuesday 10/26, 7-8 pm. Babies welcome! Registration/info: synthiapraglin@yahoo.com. Call 310-729-5624 for more info.

 Kidsideals.com is looking for family friendly restaurants
Do you want to publish deals on this site to their growing base of subscribers? They pay $50 per restaurant lead (and $25 for all other leads) for businesses that publish a deal on the site. If you are interested, please contact info@kidsideals.com.To make sure you are compensated for your lead, please provide them with the restaurant (or business name) and the contact information for the person who can broker the deal for the business.
http://www.kidsideals.com

 

Fast Track Job & Life Skills Program
Job Club for Dads-English speaking or bilingual. Are you a father with a lack of job experience? Would you like to get your life back on track? Knowledge of what to say to land the job. The secret way to get in the door before the job ads are even posted. The key to job search that will put you ahead of the curve. Knowing how to overcome any obstacle to employment. Increased self-confidence to get promoted in your current job. It is completely FREE and available for the first 15 fathers who register and are genuinely committed to attend all 4 sessions. Free child care available.
October 20th & 27th and November 10th & 17th              
Wednesdays from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM
JFS/ Valley Storefront Community Resource Center
12821 Victory Blvd. in North Hollywood, CA 91606
To register & arrange for child care, please call Yamilet at 818-267-2676 by October 15, 2010

 

Looking for Someone to Work Part-Time From Home
If you’re a parent, you’re always on the lookout for great deals for you and your family.  Well, so is Daily D. They are looking to hire someone who does what you naturally do – find top quality merchants throughout the Los Angeles area, specifically in the San Fernando Valley, the Westside, Downtown, the South Bay, and Pasadena areas. Work from home on your own schedule to identify and coordinate leads for top quality merchants and deals. You will collect and transcribe merchant/lead data from a number of sources, vet each as thoroughly as possible, and manage a system of feedback from customers and experts. Be a part of this fast-paced, fun, and family-friendly company. If interested, please contact Terry McGovern at terry@dailyd.com.

 

Mark your calendar for Roscomare Road’s 2010 Holiday Boutique on Friday, November 19th
If you or a friend would like to be a vendor, please contact Tina at tinavencap@gmail.com for more information.

 

Certified Financial Planner®
6 step financial planning process with a Certified Financial Planner®. No fee, no obligation. Are you trusting your financial future to a salesman or a Certified Financial Planner®? The financial planning process includes: Establishing the client-planner relationship Gathering client data, including goals Analyzing and evaluating the clients’ financial status Developing, implementing and monitoring financial planning recommendations, call Alan Tores, CFP® at (805) 370-0828.

 

2 tickets for Don Felder Former Eagles Lead Guitarist
Sat. Oct 16th at Smothers Theatre Pepperdine University
$65(face value) – Orchestra Left, Row I seats 24&25. Excellent location to see Don’s technical guitar playing. He’s been credited for giving the Eagles their rock and roll edge. Call 310-936-2745 for tickets.

 

15 Fat-Burning Foods to Help Boost Your Metabolism
Slide show with explanations.  Examples: lean proteins, whole grains, chilies. 
http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/health/ 

 

Are you concerned about your child’s learning and development?
Jason Thomas, Licensed Educational Psychologist, specializes in diagnosing and treating cognitive and behavior barriers to academic success such as learning disabilities and ADHD. Based on your child’s individual cognitive profile a set of personalized teaching strategies are developed and recommendations are made for any necessary accommodations or IEP/504 plan support. For more info please visit: http://edpsychologist.webs.com.

 

Architectural Coatings + Design Center
October 16th from 10-1pm
Furniture Refinishing Class Hands on furniture refinishing using non-toxic environmentally safe finishes and paint removers. Cost: $75 includes expert instruction, materials, refreshments.
18424 Ventura Blvd. Tarzana, CA 91356
(818)757-3900
www.acplusdc.com

 

House Call Doctor
Need to see a doctor but can’t find the time? The house call doctor is back! Dr. Michael Farzam understands the difficulties that mothers have to find childcare and leave their homes for doctor’s visits. He knows that first hand from his wife and fellow Jen’s List member who is also a mother of two little ones. That is why Dr. F brings medical care to patients with demanding lifestyles while saving time and avoiding costly doctors visits and hospitalizations. Dr. Farzam provides first-rate level of care and attention in the comfort of your own home or work environment, for a fee comparable to local physicians in medical offices and urgent cares. He returns calls immediately, and can typically see patients within the hour. For more information, visit www.housecalldoctorla.com or call Dr. Michael Farzam directly at (310) 849-7991.

 

Circus Vargas, America’s favorite Big Top circus new, animal free show for 2010!
See Circus Vargas at Del Amo Mall in Torrance Nov. 4th – 15th and Ports O’ Call Village in San Pedro Nov. 17th – 21st! Arrive early for the free interactive Pre-Show, where children of all ages are invited into center ring for a crash course in circus skills!For information, show times and tickets visit www.circusvargas.org or call 877-468-3861.

 

Coax narcissus bulbs to bloom indoors for a holiday bouquet
They smell heavenly, and now’s the time to plant them.  All you need are bulbs, a container, soil and fertilizer.  Easy.
http://blog.oregonlive.com/homesandgardens/2010/10/ 

 

Accounting Services package offered to business owners!
Richards, Greenberg and Co. LLP, a CPA firm in Encino is now offering a core services package to local business owners. This package includes:
A. Accounting & Bookkeeping services
B. Preparation of all tax forms
C. Unlimited consultation time(via phone & e-mail only)
D. Business tax planning
E. Audit Representation
Monthly fee is approximately $300. First 10 Jen List members to order will receive 10% off. For more information and to schedule an appointment  please contact: Director of Sales and Marketing, Paul Kruger @ 818 770-9160 or E-Mail pkruger52@yahoo.com.

 

Fitness and Lifestyle Coach
Rona Lewis, fitness and lifestyle coach, healthy gourmet cook and author of “Does This Cookbook Make Me Look Fat?  Healthy Recipes Even HE Will Eat!” is offering a fabulous holiday time deal to Jen’s List members. Specializing in women “of a certain age”, Rona knows firsthand the issues these women face. From now until the New Year, Rona is offering a 10-session package of one-on-one personal fitness coaching, which includes personal training, nutritional guidance, natural supplement suggestions and meal plans, for only $750(half off her normal price). She also offers healthy cooking lessons and pre-made meals. She’s a “one-stop-shopping” coach for a healthier, sexier you! Limit 1 package per person, minimum one session per week. New clients only. Other packages and holiday specials available. Call either 818-568-5616 or 310-914-3150 or email rona@ronafitness.com.
www.ronafitness.com
www.doesthiscookbookmakemelookfat.com

 

Handyman 4 Hire. Fix it Now!
He is available for all types of repairs and installations. He does child proofing, doggie doors, hanging photos, switches, speakers, indoor/outdoor Lights, ceiling fans and outlets. Is your toilet running, doors/cabinets not closing, drains not draining, lights not working? Call Harold at 818-324-4056 or Email: Miller52@mac.com, and let HIM take care of the things on your list.