Tuesday November 30, 2010

Today in History
– The United Stated and Great Britain sign a peace treaty in Paris, formally ending the Revolutionary War. (1782)
– Day of friendship
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=243

 
SmartyPants All-in-One Gummy Vitamins
Created by local parents who wanted a great tasting(My Kids LOVE Them!), high quality vitamin for their kids. Pediatrician-approved SmartyPants combine
* multivitamin
* Omega 3 DHA & EPA
* 100% of vitamin D
Smartypants is lower in sugar (only 5g/serving), uses eco-friendly & organic ingredients, and tastes great. SmartyPants don’t stick to teeth (they are dentist-approved) and contain NO yucky High Fructose Corn Syrup, artificial flavors, or colors. Kids love SmartyPants (Grown-ups too)! Hurry: 50% off on first 50 orders! FREE SHIPPING & 100% Money back guarantee. Coupon Code: JENSLIST50.
http://deals.wearesmartypants.com/jenslist/

Half Off “Cinderella” Tickets for 1 Child and 1 Adult at El Portal Theatre
From the producers of “American Idol” and So You Think You Can Dance,” this is Cinderella as you’ve never seen it before! Starring Freddie Stroma from “Harry Potter” as Prince Charming, this stage adaptation of the classic fairytale is no ordinary musical, featuring pop music, dancing, comedy, whimsical costumes and fantastical sets. You’ll even be amazed by magic like a pumpkin turning into a carriage with real live ponies right before your very eyes! Worried about fidgeting kids? Fear not. The show’s producers have created a world designed to keep kids and adults alike dazzled and entertained from beginning to end.
www.familyfinds.com/jenslist

Lucy Ann Personalized Jewelry
Specializing in creating unique keepsakes for the special people in your life, Lucy Ann offers a wide variety of personalized items – pendants, charms, keychains, spoons, bracelets and much more. From the birth of a child to the passing of a loved one, a Lucy Ann keepsake touches the heart and captures the memory. Free Standard Shipping with your $50.00 Min. Purchase Use Code: JENSLIST2010. Expires 12/31/10.
www.lucyann.com

REPLACE YOUR OLD, DRAFTY WINDOWS TODAY!
Why New Windows?
* Lifetime Guarantee* Energy Efficient* Maintenance Free* Fade Protection
Why Approved Contractor, Inc.?
* Professional and Skilled Staff* Fair Pricing* On-Site Supervision by Owner* “A” Rating with BBB* Jen’s List Member
Call APPROVED CONTRACTOR, INC. at 877-792-9082 to schedule a free in-home estimate on energy efficient windows. Federal Tax Credit up $1500.00 expires on 12/31/10. Mention Jen’s List and receive upgraded glass package that qualifies for tax credit for FREE!

Approved Contractor also specializes in Lifetime Exterior Coating. Once applied you will Never Paint Again. Lifetime Coating will not crack, peel, chip or flake.
www.approvedcontractorinc.com
Lic. 952272

A USC Holiday
While USC lights up the scoreboard, Trojan fans can light up their football and holiday season with officially licensed Cardinal and Gold mini-lights from collegehighlites.com. The bulbs and wiring are exact matches to USC colors for your indoor/outdoor use. They’re great for parties, tailgates, dorm rooms, game rooms, holiday gatherings, car and boat decorations, gifts and more. Order for the holidays today at www.collegehighlites.com. Type in promo code “JENFAN” and receive a 10% discount for being a Jen’s List reader. Light On!

Join 1st Choice Dental for another event that will make a difference to you, your children, and kids who are battling cancer.
December 4th from 11am-3pm
Bring an unwrapped, new toy (valued at $10 or more) to their office for their annual toy drive. They will have fun and entertainment, but, most importantly you will be making a child fighting cancer have a little brighter holiday season.
12932 Victory Blvd. (at Coldwater Cyn) in N. Hollywood, 91606
(818)761-9000
www.1stChoiceDental.com

CASTING
Nationally Syndicated Talk Show is looking for a woman who wants to see what she’d look like after plastic surgery
With the help of some great technology, they want to show you how you’d look after certain procedures! If you are interested, email talkshowcasting323@gmail.com.
AND
Are you a mom whose head is spinning with your children’s Christmas wishes?
Are your kids’ Christmas lists longer than your grocery bill? Do their holiday wishes for shiny, new toys, designer clothes, and IPhones have you wishing money grew on trees? Are you worried that they are only concerned with how many presents are underneath the tree? If so, The Talk wants to hear from you. If you would like to share your story, please email momsthattalk@gmail.com & include a brief description of your children’s Christmas wish list and your reaction to their requests.
AND
THE STYLE NETWORK’S CLEAN HOUSE SHOW IS LOOKING FOR CLUTTERED HOUSES
Do you need help ridding your home of clutter? Are you having a hard time letting go of stuff you don’t need but just can’t seem to part with? Is your house in dire need of a makeover? If AT LEAST 3 ROOMS IN YOUR HOUSE ARE MESSY, then you need CLEAN HOUSE! If you OWN a SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSE (sorry, no apartments, condos, or townhouses) and at least 2 adults live in your home, email cleanhousecasting@gmail.com.

Tickets for the Justin Bieber: Never Say Never 3D movie sneak preview event are on sale now!
Give the Justin Bieber fan in your life the best holiday gift ever. They could be one of the first to see the Justin Bieber: Never Say Never 3D movie! Don’t forget, in addition to their ticket they’ll also get lots of Bieber goodies! Visit the site to buy your sneak preview tickets now! http://www.JB3DPreview.com

 Pay $30 for $100 Worth of Bellini Baby to Teen Merchandise
Bellini Baby to Teen is offering certificates good for $100 worth of high-end baby and children’s furniture, bedding, clothing & accessories for just $30 at ConejoDeals.com. Certificates retain promo value through 5/1/11, but must be purchased at www.ConejoDeals.com by midnight tonight. Valid at Thousand Oaks store only. One certificate per customer, but may purchase several as gifts. Great shower/baby gift!

Amazing Large Entertainment Wall Unit for Sale
My brother is moving & must sell a beautiful solid wood wall unit for your large screen TV and all components, DVDs, speakers, etc. Stores and displays your entire entertainment system and accessories. Can accommodate TV up to 70″. Storage for 100s of DVDs on both sides, plus bottom racks. Shelves on both sides for components include electrical outlets. Top shelves include lighting for display. In perfect condition. Height: 85″ Width: 135″ Depth: 28″. Email aechmk3@gmail.com for photos and more info.

Share the spirit of the season with those you love and save a little for yourself at Dtox Day Spa
For every $150 gift card purchase receive a $25 gift card to apply toward anything you wish at Dtox. Prepare for your holiday parties with the Flawless Face Facial, an oxygen enhanced facial designed to minimize fine lines and leave skin glowing (50 min. $195, $30 savings), the Regenerating Facial, an anti aging facial using micro current treatment device to lift and tone facial muscles as well as an awakening eye treatment (80 min. $160), or try an organic Sugar Plum Revitalizing Facial which includes a sugar scrub for the hands and feet (80 min. $150). To relax the body – a spiced hot stone massage enhanced by a blend of organic sweet orange and cinnamon (50 min. $110 or 80 min. $150, $10 savings) or Sugar and Spice, a custom massage accompanied by a scalp massage treatment and an organic ginger and vanilla scrub for the hands and feet (80 min. $160).
www.dtoxdayspa.com

EXPERIENCE THE NUTCRACKER!
Your favorite holiday tradition is here. The Malibu Civic Ballet presents the beloved story of the Nutcracker, on Friday, December 3rd at 7:30pm, Saturday, December 4th at 2pm & 7:30pm and Sunday, December 5th at 2pm at Pepperdine’s Smothers Theater. This beautiful production is not to be missed! Call 310-506-4522 for tickets ($35/25 kids under 12).
And for 2 lucky people … ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO THE NUTCRACKER (SATURDAY, DEC 4th at 2pm), LUNCH/DINNER FOR 2 AT MARMALADE IN MALIBU ($50 value) & A KEEPSAKE TOE SHOE AUTOGRAPHED BY CHELSEA MONTGOMERY-DUBAN, THE SUGAR PLUM FAIRY!
TOTAL VALUE $150.
Email your entry to info@malibunutcracker.org by midnight Wednesday, December 1st. The winner will be chosen at random & informed by email by noon on Thursday, December 2nd.
Friend The Malibu Nutcracker on Facebook.

Viewing of “Race To Nowhere”
December 9th at 7 PM
This screening is open to the public at Woodlake Avenue Elementary School but you must have a ticket. Follow this link for more info: http://www.racetonowhere.com/screenings/woodlake-elementary-0.

Looking for real men to share the ways in which women ruin their own proposals
Must include your name, age and location.  If you have a personal story to share, this woman’s magazine would love to hear it! Ladies, did you or a friend ruin a proposal?  Send over your stories! Email Cinderellawasaliar@gmail.com.

Love Around The Neck
It is more than great jewelry these days. Everything from hand crafted jewelry, semi-precious stones, sterling silver pieces and more. Yummy and functional genuine leather handbags. Whether you call it your handbag, purse, pocketbook, shoulder bag, satchel or clutch – it’s with you wherever you go and it should be and feel more like an appendage – than a burden. LATN is ever evolving and updating itself with the latest and greatest.
www.lovearoundtheneck.com

AutoCAD Drafting Services + Landscape Architecture and Architectural Drafting
$20.00 per hour. Site Plans, Construction Plans, Landscape Plans, Elevations, Details, Floor Plans, Area Calculations, As-builts – Can convert any hand drawn plans to electronic plans. Makes revisions much easier, integrate your plans w/architects, landscape architects, civil & structural engineers. Can convert to pdf files, send files to printer’s electronically. Contact Stephanie at 805-231-6117 or stephanie@stephanieanndavis.com.
www.stephanieanndavis.com

Menorah Lighting and Hanukkah Celebration at the Calabasas Commons
Wednesday, December 1st at 6:30pm
Latkes, donuts, live concert and fireworks.
4799 Commons Way in Calabasas
http://www.shopcommons.com/

Christmas Tree Holiday Trains
Now through Sunday, December 19th
Start your family tradition this year with Fillmore & Western Railway. Take the Christmas Tree Holiday Train to select and cut the perfect tree for your family. You will remember this experience forever and start off the holidays right. Other themed holiday trains to choose from: North Pole Express, Dinner with Santa and Santa’s Shopper. http://www.fwry.com/2010_tree_trains/tree_trains_2010.html

SarahBear’s Cards & Creations new Hanukkah decoration
The Hanukkalendar is the Jewish answer to the Advent Calendar. It has 8 pockets to hold gelt or gift cards! It hangs on a wall and can be yours for only $40. They have 2 styles — one with more pictures and one with more words…They can do various colors as well. Email sbswingskirt@gmail.com for more info.
www.sarahbeargifts.com

7 Steps for Weight Loss Without Dieting, Deprivation, or Guilt
http://amihungry.com/7-steps-without-dieting.shtml

Great Kid’s Books
Referred by Jens List member cvg1234@aol.com
“Last week I saw the COOL CAT books ad on Jens List and bought two, one regular book and one e-book, and they are really cool! I liked the Cool Cat website and a lot of celebrities are associated with the books. I am getting more of these for holiday gifts and give-away gifts for my grandchildren’s birthday parties. www.CoolCatLovesYou.com“

The Wesley School Annual Holiday Boutique
Thursday, December 2nd from 2 to 7 pm.
Shop and see your favorite vendors – and some new ones to add to your list. Vendors include Gourmet Blends vinegar and oils, Harlow Jewelry, Love Around the Neck, J Brand jeans, Le Cadeaux melamine from Hostess Gifts to Go, Baby Image, Olive U, Tough Cookies, Average Girl tees, Stacie Bass flip flops, Simply Put Pretzels, Moonlight Candles, Quinn Jewelry, Mila, Harvest Moon meals, Eden Rox Jewelry and many more. Get all of your holiday shopping done in one place and enjoy an extra special treat with their bake sale.
4832 Tujunga Avenue in North Hollywood
www.wesleyschool.org

Custom Weight Loss by Personal Trainer & Nutritionist Kellie Blackburn
Bust your turkey gut and be hot for New Year’s! Start your customized 30 day nutrition & workout plan today! 30 days of personalized menus, including weekly grocery lists, 30 days of 30 minute home or gym workouts & 30 days of support from Kellie via text & email. Jen’s List special, $75. Email Kellie today to get started kellie@30days30minutes.com or visit 30days30minutes.com for more info.
www.30days30minutes.com

“LITTLE REDHEADS ACROSS AMERICA” book sale
The BEST and ONLY GIFT for a REDHEAD Big or Small..Inside the Book you’ll Find:
*Over 400 Professional Photographs of Little Redheads from every state in the US
*Learn all about being a redhead..Freckles, Sunburns, Teasing, Genetics and much more..
*Hardcover Book with 88-pages
*Fun & Educational Facts about our 50 States (Fun for non-redheads too!)
CLEARANCE SALE ON BOOK WEBSITE ONLY – http://www.littleredheadsacrossamerica.com/onlineshop.html
SALE PRICES: 1 Book=$24.99 (Almost 20% Off Retail), 2 Books=$30 (50% Off Retail)
USA TODAY ran a story on the book, Headline Read: “Book tells why Mom is tickled pink to have a little redhead”
LOS ANGELES FAMILY MAGAZINE reviewer Andrea Wilson Woods says: “This book is a must-buy for any parent with a redheaded child”
Email nicole@littleredheadbook.com for more info.

The JCC at Milken’s Free Community Hanukah Celebration
Thursday, December 2nd at 5pm
Featuring a concert by The Shirettes, candle lighting and more.  Food will be available for purchase. 
818-464-3300
22622 Vanowen Street in West Hills
www.jccatmilken.org

GOURMET MADE EASY “Appeteezers” and Finger Food Cooking Class
Thursday, December 16th at 7:00 p.m.
Liven up your party with these easy but creative appetizers that will surely ring in the New Year with a tasty bang! $60. Call 818-360-2211 or email nvjcc@yahoo.com to register.

Business: Green Planet Building (GPB) – green construction company
GPB takes pride in taking a balanced approach to building and sustainable design. Delivering quality craftsmanship, using renewable and sustainable materials, GPB homes are an attractive alternative to traditional construction while promoting a healthier environment for clients and their families. Green building/remodeling doesn’t have to cost more; we can show you how to take an organic route when it comes to construction. For more info. Call 310-577-5000.
www.greenplanetbuilding.com

Poppy’s Naturally Clean
Chemical-free, non-toxic, eco-friendly, and “green” Cleaning Products! Developed and handmade by a mom who cares about the health of her family, pets, and the earth. Reduce the toxins in your home by using all natural Poppy’s Naturally Clean products. Very safe to use around babies, toddlers, pets, and pregnant moms to be. Every product is scented with essential oils and they all have tea tree oil in them for it’s antibacterial properties. Head into the new year clean, “green” and toxin free!
www.poppysnaturallyclean.com

The Canyon Salon has moved to  new 5,000 sq ft. location!
Grand Opening Open House – Sunday, December from 5pm-10pm. VIP Gift bags to the first 100 who rsvp at rsvp@thecanyonsalon.com. The salon offers a full service, one stop beauty experience for everyday living or that special event. The salon is replete with hair stylists, makeup artists, and nail artisans.
3693. E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Westlake Village
(805)777-1140
www.thecanyonsalon.com
 

Party Help: This Time You Enjoy the Party
Ever feel like you need an extra set of hands? Karen Carter can do anything from set up to preparing food to serving – as well as the dreaded clean-up. Enjoy yourself and let her do all of the running around. She is available for both small gatherings including office parties and lunches and larger scale events including weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and anniversary celebrations. Karen used to be in the catering business, was a teacher and is now a stay at home mom to two girls. AMAZING references upon request. Call 818-445-1749 or email karenspartyhelp@yahoo.com for more info. Testimonial from Jens List member theflossboss@me.com:
“Not only was she on time, she brought her husband with her to help. When I got there, late, of course, my backyard looked magnificent. They had every place set, pinata in place, jumper blown up, everything! I never saw one dirty plate anywhere during the entire length of the party, and when it was cake time, they were right on top of it, asking me which candles for which cake. They made my day stress free. We will not hesitate to use them again for any major events and I think they should be commended in your newsletter. I cannot say enough great things about the way they kept my party flowing. It really took the load off!”

Do you have dozens of loose photos or videos hanging around your home or taking up precious space on the computer?
Have you been meaning to compile your photos into a creative scrapbook (digital or custom by hand), photo album or multimedia presentation (home video, photo slide show) or other memorabilia/visual display individualized to your taste? Perhaps you have so many photos on your computer that you would like to create a digital library creating a one click easy access environment to all of your files! Talk about organization! Taking it one step farther Sara can create a digital library on such sites as Flickr, Picasa etc making your photos available to share with friends and family. What about videos on your camcorder? Sara can convert footage from your camcorder onto DVD’s that will play in your DVD player. Do you have other ideas you would like to create? Maybe you just need some help navigating around the computer? Do you plain just need organizational help? Whatever your dreams may be, allow your warm hearted memories to live on, and allow Sara to make your life that much easier. Email sara.a.chadwick@gmail.com for further inquiries.

The Wrapping Fairies
A mobile wrapping business that provides a quick, cheap and unique option this Holiday! They can come to your home & wrap your gifts, then put ’em under the tree! Drop-Off option too! They can also wrap & store your gifts!
$2.50 per gift, any size – Minimum 10 gifts of $20. $15 fee to provide their own supplies. Service available up to 10 miles outside of NOHO. Call 720-273-7879 for Ashlee or 818-742-7149 for Stacey.

ONEgeneration
We are coming to the end of the year and I am hoping that there are still some of you out there who are looking to make end of year donations. ONEgeneration is an organization based in the San Fernando Valley and their mission is to enrich the lives of seniors, children and their families. They are in desperate need of funds right now to continue feeding homebound seniors and giving scholarships to families in need of daycare. If you can give please check out the website and donate now.
www.onegeneration.org

Madonnara Designs
Handmade photo gifts for…and inspired by…your loved ones. Specializing in affordable handmade photo pendants on wood, glass and mother of pearl. Single and double sided available. Bookmarks, bracelets and gift certificates as well. 
www.dawnwagner.blogspot.com/