Sunday November 28, 2010

Today in History
– The “Grande Ole Opry “debuts on radio. (1925)
– Disney’s Steamship Willie premieres – Mickey Mouse is “born”!
– Red planet day
– Make your own head day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=241

Hey Jen’s List Members! In TWO days you can get tickets for the Justin Bieber: Never Say Never 3D movie sneak preview event!
Don’t miss out on giving the Justin Bieber fan in your life the best holiday gift! Tickets go on sale Monday, Nov. 29 at 10am! With this ticket they will be one of the first to see the movie and they’ll get lots of exclusive Bieber goodies! Only TWO days left! Want a reminder? Visit the site & sign up! http://www.JB3DPreview.com

HESCHEL WEST – Dedicated to Lighting the Spirit of Each Individual Child
Tuesday, December 7th from 5:00pm-6:30pm
Come for a FAMILY CHANUKAH CELEBRATION AND OPEN HOUSE for families with children.
* Children’s Chanukah activities and crafts
* Chanukah performance and songs
* Meet teachers
* Visit classrooms
* Learn about our amazing programs
RSVP REQUIRED – Email judye@heschelwest.com or call 818-707-2365

CYBER MONDAY EXCLUSIVE OFFER FOR JEN’S LIST MEMBERS AT HANDSTAND KIDS
Handstand Kids Cookbooks is offering 20% off your entire purchase with the Coupon Code HSK20. Great for ages 3 to 11, so buy all your kids gifts in one place! Order now at http://handstandkids.com/order.

Woodland Hills Elementary School’s Holiday Boutique
Tuesday November 30th from 10am-3pm.
Gifts, great vendors and great prices. Shop, for everyone on your holiday list and support this public school at the same time.
22201 San Miguel St. in Woodland Hills, 91364

Crazy Russian Folk ‘n’ Roll Band meets MBT Magic Bullet Theory Jazz-Funk
November 28th at 7pm
Cover $20.00 – Food and Drinks included. Bring a friend and join the party. If you like moving your body, this is the place to be at!
Wild Flower Castle
8300 Tampa Ave. in Northridge
www.limpopo.com

Did you know that health insurance rates will be increasing as of January 1, 2011?
Give Jason Rubin the opportunity to lock in the rates before the New Year. Finding the right plan for you and your family can be done effortlessly at your home or office and within your budget.  Do you know how affordable life insurance can be and how crucial it is for anyone with children or dependents? Let Jason Rubin be your one stop shop. A $25.00 referral fee will be given for each new client that signs up or anyone you refer that purchases a new policy. All referrals are greatly appreciated! For more information call 818-312-0009 or email jrubin@insphereis.com.

Cute white terrier, needs rescue ASAP!
Male, white Terrier. DUMPED IN THE COLD. WAS IN A HOME FOR 3 YEARS The shelter staff think I am about 3 years old. CONTACT: lrobertt@dc.rr.com or lisagab@earthlink.net. Has been at the shelter since Nov 18th. For more information, call the San Bernardino County Devore Shelter at (909)887-8055 & ask for information about animal ID number A477006

“The Author” at the Kirk Douglas Theatre February 2011
In his remarkable theatrical event “The Author,” Tim Crouch provides a startling perspective on the relationship of the audience to the performers and to the material in the play. This production breaks down all four walls of traditional theatre as the audience, seated on the stage with four actors, becomes complicit in the shocking story of violent abuse that is being told. What emerges in what the London Guardian called “. . . this bold, brave, playful piece” is a “devastating riff on ways of seeing and turning a blind eye to our own moral choices.” 13 performances only!
www.centertheatregroup.org

What could possibly bring more joy than a buttery cupcake?
A colossal cupcake chalkboard that can remind you to pick up dessert for your dinner party! Pour on the oversized sprinkles for a dash of decorative delight in your bakery or coffee shop. It makes a great place to display lunch specials. Or you can add this delectable cupcake wall decal to your office and never forget how sweet a busy schedule can be. Create a fun birthday celebration with unique decor. Top the cupcake with the celebratory candle and watch the lucky honoree light up.
http://www.wallcandyarts.com/shop/product.cfm/cupcake-chalkboard-wall-decal

Young Attitudes Salon 4 Kids
This salon in Sherman Oaks has been in business since 1990. All of the stylists have many years of experience doing children’s hair. They offer a free video tape of your baby’s 1st haircut. They have free video games, balloons and other treats to keep kids of all ages happy. Mention Jen’s List and receive $3.00 off.
15053 Ventura Bl. at Noble in Sherman Oaks
(818) 788-CUTS (2887)
www.youngattitudessalon.com

EVERYTHING’S COMING UP ROSES!
Do your rose bushes have more thorns than gorgeous blooms? Wondering how you can have beautiful roses in your yard next Spring? Laura Taylor At Home presents a two-part class to teach you everything you need to know! Part 1 covers everything to get you started. Part 2 addressing plant and flower care once plants are blooming. Sunday, December 5, 2010 from 10am- 12pm and Sunday, May 1, 2011 from 10am- 12pm. Advance registration required. For info email Laura@LauraTaylorAtHome.com.
www.LauraTaylorAtHome.com

Pampered Chef
FREE SHIPPING on all online orders over $75 Monday, November 29th only!
http://www.pamperedchef.biz/pcdarcy
Need more info – Call Darcy at 805-584-3076

Holiday Boutique – Westlake Village
Tuesday, November 30th from 9AM to 12OM

and

Friday, December 3rd from 9AM to 12PM
Admission to the boutique is free.  There will be over 30 vendors selling items you cannot find in retail stores such as baby items, children’s and ladies’ clothing, jewelry, accessories, home goods, beauty items, candles, holiday items and gifts for teachers.  Finish all your holiday shopping in one place and impress your loved ones with all the thought you put into their gifts!  All proceeds go to Mothers of Preschoolers, which is an international support network of women who share the common bond of parenting children from birth to five years old.
Calvary Community Church
5495 Via Rocas in Westlake Village

GOLDEN HOUR GLASS & ANTIQUES
Vintage Pyrex, vintage Longaberger, stained glass, & handmade craft gift items round the clock. Prompt shipping, careful packing, delighted customers. Combined shipping for multiple items. Blogging “Within My Means” at http://GoldenHourGlass.blogspot.com & on Facebook “Like” Golden Hour Glass & Antiques on Facebook to see the newest Etsy listings in your news feed.
http://etrets.etsy.com

Moo Moo Musica CD Release Party
Wednesday, December 1st from 9am-1145am
Lots of MUSIC and ACTIVITIES!
UCLA Family Commons
1221 2nd Street in Santa Monica

From great party conversations to stocking stuffers, they have got you covered!
Everyone’s talking about the importance of real, face to face conversations and Cpieces couldn’t agree more. Conversationpieces offers 24 categories of conversation starters for people of all ages to keep you connected during the holidays and beyond. The portable, detachable sets of great topics are great for hostess gifts, too. Visit www.cpieces.com and the Facebook page for the question of the day.

Y & C Handyman
Home Repairs and Maintenance
Painting
Plumbing
Carpentry
Gardening
Drywall
Tile
Granite Countertops
Fences
Crown Molding
Base Board
Hardwood Floor Repairs
Stains
Polish
Carpet and Rug Cleaning
Call Carlos Rivera at 818-687-6945 or email ychandyman@gmail.com

Diabetes Kitchens to Open
http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_8545/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=PBfqJWjW

Get a dazzling smile for the Holidays!
Just mention Jen’s List and receive a complimentary Teeth Whitening system ($500 value) for all new patients that get $1000 or more of dental services (exclusions apply). Dr. Janet Refoa, DDS, DMD was just voted in for TopDoc LA’s 10 best doctors and dentists for 2011.
310 276-2009
435 N. Bedford Drive, Suite 108 in Beverly Hills, 90210
www.jjpdental.com

Professional Vocal Coach
25 years experience Learn how to breath, project and use your voice to it’s fullest capacity. Experience in training ages 5 and up. Email michmind@gmail.com for more info! Testimonial by Colbie Caillat – “Michele, my Vocal Coach, you trained my voice to sound like it does today. Taught me to sing and make it look effortless, and to believe in what I sing.”

FREE Workshop: Living with Your Teen!
Sunday, December 5th from 1:30 to 3:00pm
· Are you finding your relationship with your teenager stressful?
· Would you like to gain cooperation from your teen?
· Do you wonder how best to communicate so that it isn’t a struggle?
· Is it possible to improve the respect between you and your teenager?
· This workshop is designed to provide answers to these questions and give you tools to improve your parenting skills during the sometimes turbulent adolescent years.
Presented by: David Vendig, MA, MFTI and Tremaine Walker, MA, MFTI. Both David and Tremaine are Marriage and Family Therapist Interns and have experience in Teen and Teen parenting in their work at California Family Counseling Center in Encino. 
For more information or to register, call (818)386-5615.

Pop & Lolli Wall Decals Promotion
20% off coupon through 12/1/10 & chance to win a set of wall decals! Use coupon code: TWEETIEBIRDS20. Flat rate shipping: $7.95 for all US orders.
www.popandlolli.com 

CALLING ALL MOTHER & BABY PROFESSIONALS…
The next meeting of THE MOTHERHOOD CONSORTIUM will be held Friday, December 3rd from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena. Following time to mingle, the topic is RIE-the Resources for Infant Educarers Approach in Practice: A Parenting Philosophy Dedicated to Respecting Babies, presented by Ruth Anne Hammond, M.A., RIE Mentor and president of the board of directors for Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE). If you would like to attend, please email cdore@postpartumhealth.com to receive an invitation and be added to the mailing list. Also, if someone you know might be interested in attending, please share this information.

Floral Fields in Sherman Oaks is Hiring
Busy wedding & event design studio seeks floral designers.
2 positions available:
1)  Lead Designer: Need advanced floral design & strong leadership skills.
2) Designer: Some experience preferred, will train.
Great growth potential. Must be dependable, flexible, creative & positive. Flexible hours, part time with possible full time options. Must be available many weekends, but not all. Send email to Debbie@FloralFields.net with personal information and resume in the body of the email. Attachments won’t be opened.
www.floralfields.net

Healthy Hair Holistically
http://www.holisticbeautycompass.com/healthyhair.html

Mobile Notary Leads
Andrea Augustson is a mobile notary serving the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles County areas. She is available seven days a week, twenty hours a day & able to notarize varies types of documents from POA’s, birth certificates, Deed of Trust, loan documents, etc. Andrea a certified Loan Sigining Agent. Call her at 818-357-0208 or email Andrea@notaryCA.com
AND
Traveling Notary/Contract Loan Processing Fast, accurate and reasonable. Experienced, licensed and punctual.
Call Michael at 818-773-8378

All Valley Music
Announcing the All-Valley Youth Concert Band for aspiring young musicians between 10 and 18 years of age. Rehearsals are Sunday afternoons from 3 to 5 p.m. in Chatsworth. If your child loves to play music, come join the fun. For more information, call Jeff Patterson (Musical Director) at 818-882-8700 x 11 or email allvalleymusic@att.net.

RACE TO NOWHERE comes to Chatsworth
Dec. 4th at 7 pm
Get your tickets at www.rtnchatsworth.eventbrite.com. This remarkable film shines a light on the price young people pay for this “race to nowhere”.  High stakes testing has replaced meaningful teaching and learning. Cheating is commonplace. Stress-related illness, depression and burnout are rampant. Many young people arrive at college and the workplace unprepared and uninspired. See the trailer at www.racetonowhere.com. 

Personal Assistant/Estate Manager available
Personable, experienced, and  multi-talented with mod bookkeeping skills, etc. Legal and entertainment background. Resume & references available. Email rbirdfx@hotmail.com.

Independent Longaberger Home Consultant
Longaberger has everything to make your house a home! Beautiful hand crafted heirloom baskets, & pottery built to last that is oven, freezer & microwave safe. Seasonal favorites to organize, decorate & simplify your life. Contact Ellen Rosentreter, Independent Home Consultant to host a show, order, or join her team or Shop 24-7 at http://www.longaberger.com/ellenrosentreter, etrets@gmail.com OR 323-447-4344. “Like” Longaberger Consultant Ellen Rosentreter on Facebook for weekly specials & recipes.

Medicare Advantage
Are you or your over 65 parents enrolled in the correct Medicare Advantage program for them? If you have any questions or concerns on the plan you are currently enrolled in, call Marni Soltan with Soltan Insurance Services at 818-968-0942 to discuss the many options available to you in your area. Most have -0- monthly premium, -0- to see a doctor, -0- to see a specialist, -0- for in-patient hospital stays, free gym membership and much more!

Summer in December?
What better gift than giving the gift of summer! An overnight summer camp or teen program is an invaluable gift to give your child. Whether it’s through the friendships that are made at camp or the experience of travel to an exotic location, summer programs provide endless possibilities for growth and memories that last a lifetime!  How does a parent find the best summer experience for their child? Give Jill Levin a call at 310-202-8448 or email Jill@TipsonTripsandCamps.com. As an advisor with Tips on Trips and Camps, she spends her summers visiting camps and programs in session. She knows the directors and gets feedback from families that children attended the programs Tips has recommended. Over the past 10 years, Jill has provided thousands of students with exceptional summer experiences. 
www.TipsonTripsandCamps.com
 

Belly Dance Moms Night Out
If you are a mom and you want to have fun, learn the art of the belly dance. Leidy Bernasconi is looking for a private studio so she can schedule her first class. You don’t need to have experience and if you do, she can help you work in a choreography for your future solo. Prices will vary depending on the date and size of the class. Requests are welcome.  Shimmy on! Email rudyyy333@yahoo.com for more info.
www.meetup.com/BellydancerMoms/

Rodan + Fields®s Consultant
This holiday season, give the gift of great skin with the Rodan + Fields® limited edition Holiday 2010 Collections. These gift-giving-ready sets are sure to be a hit with everyone on your list-including you. Festively packaged, each collection features two best-selling products at a discounted price, plus a free gift with purchase. Email Davenie@sbcglobal.net or davenie@myrandf.com for more info.