Tuesday October 19, 2010





Starting a Business? Make it official!


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Today in History
The Senate passed a bill making Martin Luther King’s Birthday a national holiday. (1983)
The Revolutionary War ended. (1781)


 



Call TheGadgetGuru.com for ALL your technology needs
Home Theatre Installation, Flat screen TV hanging, Wireless speakers, Apple TV, Netflix movie Streaming. PC / MAC Experts – Ready to switch to a Mac? Slow computer? Need more RAM? A bigger hard drive? Data Backup/ Recovery. Virus removal, Spyware Removal-WiFi Networks/WiFi printing. Software installation and tutoring, Digitize your Home/office. scan photos, copy music CD’s/DVD’s into iTunes, Security Alarms and Nanny/Security Cams. Electronics Recycling! Everything from purchasing, setting up, installing & training. Affordable & dependable, same-day service. Earn a free $15 iTunes gift card for every referral you give that hires them. Call Gregg Steiner at (818) 485-1444 or email greggsteiner@gmail.com.
www.TheGadgetGuru.com


 



$19 for Children’s Book Rentals at BookPig (62% Off)
Children’s books delivered to your door, Netflix®-style! Choose your BookPig plan (5-16 books per month), select books online, and get them delivered to your door in a fun red box with no shipping costs, no due dates, no late fees. Your voucher gives you $50 credit to spend at BookPig on whichever plan suits you best. For example, you can get two months of their 8-books-per-month plan ($22.99 per month – so you’ll have a smidge left over to credit forward if you choose to continue your subscription). Try this wonderful service for the easiest (and most fun) way to read more with your children.
http://www.dailyd.com/jenslist


 



KNOW SOMEONE WHO NEEDS A HOME-DECOR MAKEOVER?
Do you know a family or couple deserving of a home-decor makeover? NOMINATE a close friend, family member or friendly neighbor who owns a home in need of an interior or exterior design rescue! Do they have at least one room that could use a stylistic and refreshing change? Do they THINK they know how to decorate, but they really DON’T? A team of distinguished designers is coming to the RESCUE on this new light-hearted uplifting series. They will renovate living spaces that lack style and teach homeowners how to decorate! Fill out the form below and be sure to include YOUR name and contact information in the provided fields, and the NOMINEE’S information in the “Tell us your story” box, make sure to include:
 -Nominee Name
 -Nominee Contact Info
 -Nominee Residing City and State
 -Describe the area in the home that needs a design makeover
 -Why is this family or couple a perfect candidate for a stylistic makeover? Describe their personality, family and anything unique about their situation.
http://www.oprah.com/own/plug_form2.html?plug_id=5611901


 



ONLINE PURCHASES-NOW GET CASH BACK + COMMISSION!
Are you interested in getting cash back and a 30% commission on your online purchases? What about booking your own travel and getting a 30% commission on hotels, rental cars, cruises and much more? What if these purchases included stores like Nordstrom, Target, Macy’s, Wal-Mart, Gap, Sears and iTunes to name a few? What if Travelocity and hotels.com powered your travel portal? The future of shopping is online. Just like travel went online, ecommerce malls are the future. To start shopping and saving at the stores you already shop with, send an email to samk@litefly.com with the subject line as “Save Now.” There’s no monthly fee, no contracts, no minimums, no obligations of any kind. You will get a link with signup information. They will never sell your information! Call 818-345-1006 to find out more.
http://litefly.com


 



DriveWise Auto – Charity Driven Auto-Buying and Leasing
Looking for a car? Celebrating nearly 700 vehicle deliveries, DriveWise Auto helps many Jen’s List members buy and lease their vehicles!  DriveWise Auto, the first and only Charity Driven company, helps people buy and lease vehicles competitively, conveniently AND responsibly. They do all the work, guarantee competitive pricing, a no-hassle experience, AND make a donation for every purchase or lease.  If “CarPlace A” and “CarPlace B” have the same vehicle, but “CarPlace A” offers concierge service, unbiased advice, no pressure, a more competitive price, AND has donated more than $60k to charities….which would you choose?  Don’t waste time that could be spent on other things when DriveWise Auto can do the work for you!  Even if you just have questions, call 818.345.5555, e-mail info@drivewiseauto.com or visit www.drivewiseauto.com



Special Event Icon1st Choice Dental
Fellow Jen’s List member, SFV mom, and Orthodontist, Dr. Kathy Shafagh knows how the cost of braces can be a stress on a family’s budget. She also understands kids and teens and gets the best results from braces to have them smile big! 1st Choice Dental is extending an amazing offer to Jen’s List members. Get braces for the 1st child and receive 30% off braces for your 2nd child. Call for your FREE Orthodontic evaluation today at (818)761-9000.
www.1st-ChoiceDental.com


 



Help Rescue 10 Kittens!
For more info – please email Lsimmon98@aol.com.


 



CASH for your authentic handbags!
Encore Closet is owned by a Valley Mom who personalizes in selling authentic designer handbags on EBay. She will photograph, list, sell and ship your handbags. When your handbag sells she will send you a check for 60% of the selling price. So start cleaning out your closets now and get rid of all those handbags collecting dust. Contact Renee at 818-300-5928 or email her at encorecloset@aol.com.



Special Icon DO YOU NEED A GIFT IDEA FOR A NEW MOM TO BE?


Veronica Hinojosa-Stang is a newborn care specialist (a.k.a baby nurse), providing postpartum doula services in the greater LA area. She has experience with preemies, newborns and twins & specializes in sleep training, routines and schedules & weaning from breastfeeding. She also provides postpartum recovery massage therapy sessions once per week that are included with a contract, as well as infant massage lessons. She is available for night shifts and 24 hours up to a month. With a minimum of a two week contract, you can take advantage of her birth doula services for $500. For more information visit www.BabynurseandDoulaservices.com or call 310 365 8042.


 



The LA Kids Consignment’s sale in VALENCIA
10/22-10/24 from 9am-5pm
400+ families are contributing over 50,000 new and gently used kids’ items to the LA Kids Consignment’s VALENCIA sale this weekend!  You’ll find clothing, toys, shoes, strollers, baby equipment, maternity, costumes, bikes, scooters, books, DVDs, puzzles and so much more.  Now’s the time to stock up on those holiday outfits and holiday presents – not to mention Halloween costumes.
24901 Avenue Stanford in Valencia
www.scvkidsconsignment.com


 



Best Seamstress in the Valley


Referred by Jen’s List member saracohenins@gmail.com
Angelica is the most wonderful seamstress out there and her average price of $4.00 cannot be beat! You will LOVE her! She has your items done usually within 24 hours, is just the sweetest lady around and works from her incredibly immaculate home in the Reseda area. I’m telling you, no matter where you live, with prices and work like her, it’s worth the while and you will not be disappointed! Why pay more? She can shorten, lengthen, take in, take out, fix zippers, buttons, and alter just about anything. Call Angelica at 818-344-3789.”



Special Event Icon “At Your Service” Networking, Promotional and Referral Company’s “Cure for Cancer” Fundraiser & Boutique


October 23rd from 10am to 3:30pm
Come and get a jump on your holiday purchases while supporting a great cause. Admission fee: $5.00 (children under 12yrs free) which will go to the Avon foundation for Women Breast Cancer Crusade. For more information, please call 805.766.5984.
Epic
2855 Johnson Dr. in Ventura, CA 93003
www.WallotDigital.com/AYS


 



Cutting edge and incredibly unique handmade jewelry


http://www.etsy.com/shop/Sharonisadora


 



MommytoMommyTV
A witty, informative, entertaining new online show for mothers. It is available as a bi-monthly video-cast featuring a variety of well known mombloggers, vloggers and comedians alongside Kimberley Clayton Blaine (aka, TheGoToMom.TV) as down to earth moms discussing what they know best – Motherhood. www.MommytoMommy.TV focuses on relationships, health, child-rearing, social media, along with product highlights, services, and news to improve the quality of life for moms. Women who will gravitate toward the show are seeking resources, recommendations and reviews of what’s “Hot” in the world of parenting. It’s is comforting, entertaining and addictive.          


 



Finding balance as a mom
http://family.go.com/video/get-hatched-life-balance-943705-v/


 


 


Domestic Engineers


Parenting tips and tricks. Everything is free and no advertising is paid for. This is simply a parenting site that is free and just for fun. You will only get an email a few times a year. To join this yahoo group click : http://groups.yahoo.com/group/TheDomesticEngineers/. For more info, email melisopp@yahoo.com.



Special Event Icon Addison’s Enchanted Armoire aka From Scratch Designs 30% Off Sale
Great for early bird holiday shopping now through October 31st.
Westfield Promenade (Mall with the AMC Theaters)
6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd #2120 (next to Talbots)
Email tamika@fromscratchdesigns.com with any questions
www.fromscratchdesigns.com


 



Studio City Coop Preschool has a rare opening for a 4 year old boy or girl
They are located at Beeman Park. Please contact Jen at 310-266-7715 if your are interested and visit the web site at www.studiocitycoop.com for more information.


Don’t Get Suckered at the Farmers’ Market
Does produce at the farmers’ market really come from a local organic farm, or are the people selling it straight-up lying?
http://www.chow.com/food-news/61426/don-t-get-suckered-at-the-farmers-market


Thank the Teachers
Dedicated to America’s 3.6 million teachers, who deserve our thanks for getting us and our children where we are.
http://thanktheteachers.org/



Special Event Icon Sparkle and Shine for a Cure: 30% of Your Purchase will go to Susan G. Komen
15% of purchases PLUS a company match equals 30% of YOUR purchase through October will go to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. ALSO, your name will be entered into a drawing to win the hostess free jewelry from this “virtual” event. View the online jewelry box link below & contact Sally to place your order & enter the raffle. Call 818-497-5447 or email sallyws19@gmail.com for more information.
www.mysilpada.com/sally.winstonstark


 



Co-Creative Parenting Workshop
Sunday, October 24th from 2:00-4:00 pm in Beverly Hills
Do you wish it was easier to… leave the house on time in the morning, have a meal together as a family, get your child to bed at night? Bring out the most capable, confident, nurturing, and effective parent within yourself.  Discover your own unique strengths as the co-creator of your child’s life.  Access internal resources within yourself that can guide your parenting decisions on a daily basis.
http://www.co-creativeparenting.com/workshop.htm


 



CASTING
Nationally syndicated TALK SHOW is looking for a FAMILY who needs help being better prepared for an earthquake


If you think you’re family is clueless about earthquake safety and wants to participate, please write to Samantha.Appell@cbs.com.
AND
The Doctors is looking to feature families that love to eat low-calorie, healthy foods on the go


Have you replaced your Hungry Man frozen dinners with Lean Cuisines? Your burgers with low calorie soup? Do you avoid sugary cereals and only have Raisin Bran, Cornflakes, etc. in the house? If this sounds like you, please email Lisa.Cohen@cbs.com.
AND
Are you in your ninth month of pregnancy? 


Have you had a blast, but you’re ready to meet your baby?  Are you ready for this pregnancy to be OVER and can’t wait til the end?  If this sounds like you, email your contact info to Brittany.stine@cbs.com asap!


 



Looking for a good laugh this weekend in Thousand Oaks?
Go see stand-up comedian Carol Leifer!  She’s appearing at Headliners in Fiamme restaurant this Friday, Oct. 22nd, and Saturday, Oct. 23rd, 9 PM Shows! Carol is a veteran of 25 appearances on The Late Show with David Letterman & has had several of her own comedy specials on HBO, Showtime & Comedy Central.  She was also seen this past season on NBC’s “Celebrity Apprentice!” Dinner show packages available, too.
www.comedyinthousandoaks.com



Event Icon Desiree Durang Photography
Stress Free Family Photos Fall mini family sessions are here.  20 minutes and your family is done for the holidays.  Receive two 5×7’s and one digital file suitable for printing for $150. Great for holiday cards.  Portrait event is happening in the Chatsworth/Simi Valley area.  Jen’s List members take $20 off package.  Call (818) 585-1621 to reserve your appointment or visit http://desireedurang.com/blog/?p=935 for more info.


 



Los Angeles’ newest resource for young children and the families who love them
At their stylish and spacious location on Hyperion Avenue in Los Feliz/Silverlake, Wallaby has created a unique continuum of high-quality services that are specially designed to meet the needs of families from birth to preschool.  Wallaby’s offerings currently include: parent & me classes with a creative, play-based curriculum; drop-in playtime where you can swing by on a whim and take advantage of Wallaby’s unique selection of developmental toys, materials and teacher-led activities; a parent education, support and hobby program that currently includes group guitar lessons for moms and professionally-facilitated new parent support groups (one for moms and one for dads); and children’s birthday parties.  Like their marsupial mascot, Wallaby believes in keeping children close to a parent or trusted caregiver until they’re ready to venture out into the world, and they know that parents can sometimes use a nurturing place of their own.  Visit http://wallaby-la.com to learn more about what this “family development center” has to offer your family.


 



Mommy and Daddy Do It Pro Bono
A hip guide for parents and kids alike to inspire the next generation about how to give back to your community – and give what you know. What starts with a little girl asking, What do you do, daddy? leads to a description of epic careers by inspiring parents – careers as varied as consultants, writers, accountants, engineers, architects, doctors, marketing professionals, lawyers, programmers and HR managers. Readers will quickly see that this book is not your traditional kid s fare of endless role models of princesses and spacemen. This book serves as a conversation-starter to share what inspires you. All proceeds from this book are dedicated to the Taproot Foundation (http://www.taprootfoundation.org), the leading organization in the pro bono service movement. Taproot is actively looking for skilled professionals to volunteer to make a difference in the LA area.
http://www.doitprobono.org/


 



Great gifts!
Personalized snack bags including monogram names and logo (choose from over 20 logos)  $35.
Contact Jill for more information and pictures at Jlasch@mac.com.


 



Developmental Importance of a Baby’s Babbling
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/10/12/health/12klass.html?src=me&ref=general


 



Woogi World
The world’s leading virtual educational community for K-6 students utilizing the latest gaming and social networking technologies to teach children. It is a scalable online virtual educational platform that fosters peer-based, social interactive learning for today’s students. With more than one million subscribers, Woogi World motivates its young students to learn in ways that will prepare them for a 21st century global workplace – all at a lower cost than traditional education. Its Woogi Cyber Hero program is universally rated the best cyber safety resource in the United States.
www.woogiworld.com


 



Half Baked Co.


An online bakery that uses half the fat, calories and sugar, but all the flavor.  They make custom cakes, cupcakes and cookies for moms and kids alike!
http://www.halfbaked.co/halfbaked/Welcome.html


 



“Sprouting Seeds, Judaism and the Environment” with Becca Bodenstein and Samantha Kaplan


Wednesday, November 3rd  at 7:00 pm
Temple Judea, Tarzana Campus
5429 Lindley Avenue in Tarzana
RSVP (818) 758-3800
What does our tradition teach us about our relationship with the environment? Join us to discover the answer to this question and to learn about Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). Fresh, local organic fruits and vegetables will be provided. Recommended Donation: $5 per person


 



Handyman and more – 10% discount for Jen’s List


John Ballowe is more than just a handyman. He does all types of repairs from carpentry, painting (including faux finishes), hardware installation, electrical, electronics installation and set up, light plumbing, and tile and flooring. He spent 15 years in entertainment industry and can help you design anything. Why hire two or three people when you can get it all from one. Servicing the SFV and LA from Hollywood to Thousand Oaks. Courteous, reliable, neat and reasonable rates. Call 818-371-8767 or email hullaballowe@yahoo.com for quote. Hourly, daily or project pricing available. Many satisfied Jen’s List customers!


 



Plumber Lead


Call Mike Silverberg at (818) 903-0525 or (818) 986-7130and Mention Jen’s List.