Monday December 13, 2010

Neverland Nannies & Domestics
A full service referral Agency specializing in finding exceptional childcare referrals, as well as other domestic professionals for families living in the Greater Los Angeles area. In addition to the highly detailed screening process, they offer the following included services: Budgeting Assistance, Full Background Investigations, DMV Reports, Legally Drafted Employment Agreements, LiveScan Fingerprinting, CPR Certifications, 10 Panel Drugscreening w/Adulteration, Employer I.D. Number with initial Federal and State new hire filings and the new Complimentary Payroll and Tax Services (optional). Neverland Nannies is committed to providing clients with an unsurpassed level of service, professionalism and quality care. They are there to help and welcome your phone call without any obligation to you. Call Michelle directly at 818-935-5453 or email michelle@neverlandnannies.com.
http://www.neverlandnannies.com 

 

Today in History
– The Clip-on tie is created. (1928)
– Day of the horse
– Violin day

– Ice cream day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=258

 

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.
“SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL” DEVELOPMENTAL SKILL DEFINITION: bonding, building relationships, appreciating differences, self-esteem, self-expression, responsibility, self-reliance, resourcefulness.
THE CRITICAL WINDOW during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for “SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL: EMPATHY, ENVY” development is about 2 years – 9 years.  The more opportunity children have for positive social-emotional experiences during this critical period, the more efficiently their brains will work over the long run.
More SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL: EMPATHY, ENVY tidbits:
·· AROUND 3, talk, pretend and discuss feelings a lot – feelings Toddler has and feelings others have.  Being able to pretend you are someone else is the first step in understanding others and being able to get along and share.
·· YOUR CHILD is gaining a deeper understanding of how she should treat other people by your modeling, so if you want her to grow up to become a kind and helpful person, make sure you treat others, especially her, that way.
·· CLOSE TO 4, he is beginning to reason and try new things, but reasoning takes practice, so be patient with some of the strange notions he insists are right.
Next week – “Social/Emotional: Empathy, Envy, Pt. 3”
Any ?’s – msmarm@roadrunner.com

 

$25 For $50 Worth of Green Products from EcoMom
Hearing about how many toxins are in plastics, foods, and everyday products can leave parents feeling terrified and helpless. After all, we all want to do everything we can to protect our kids. EcoMom.com helps us do just that by offering eco-friendly products for the entire family at affordable prices. Originally launched by a passionate and concerned mother, EcoMom features organic food, clothing, health & beauty items, and more. Go green and protect your family’s health today.
www.familyfinds.com/jenslist

 

Parents: Have You Named Legal Guardians For Your Kids?
If so, is it possible that you have made one of six common mistakes?
Click on the link below to name legal guardians for your kids for free or discover if you have made any of the six common mistakes.
http://golshanilaw.kidsprotectionplan.com/
Law Offices of Lisa S. Golshani, A Professional Law Corporation
Calabasas: 818-334-2805
Valencia:  661-362-0770

 

20% off Daily Threads – everyday basics for kids and babies
All current season styles in vibrant colors, with carefully crafted extra long t-shirt bodies, easy pull on and off pants with working drawstrings, and easy stretch neck seams for a perfect fit. Cut from premium cotton and cotton blend fabrics to prevent pilling and fading. Proudly made in the USA. Use coupon code JENSLIST to receive your 20% discount. Summer savings of 40%! Register today to win a $500 wardrobe!
www.dailythreads.net

 

 

One of my dear friends, an avid Jen’s List member AND Parenting Guru, Bette Alkazian, is a TOP 20 finalist for the Good Morning America Advice Guru Search out of 15,000 applicants!
SHE NEEDS OUR SUPPORT! Please take 2 minutes and:
1. Go to
http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/dear-gma – scroll down and rate her answer (in the box on the left) to the current question.  A “4” would be great (trust me…she IS deserving!)
2. Feel free to comment on that page, and/or “like” that page to show that you were there.
3. Forward this link with the same instructions to help this go viral!
Both Bette and I thank you for your help and feedback!

 

KIND Healthy Snacks
An AWESOME tasting new brand of all natural whole nut and fruit bars made from ingredients you can see and pronounce® and it’s also a movement that gives new purpose to snacking. At KIND, their goal is to inspire acts of kindness through all that they do – from the products they create, to the way they work, live and give back. They call this the KIND Movement. For more info, visit www.kindsnacks.com.

 

50% Off Guitar & Music Lessons at Guitar Center (Woodland Hills)
Instructions: CLICK HERE to purchase online & in checkout comment write “Jen’s List”
Tired of Guitar Hero? Learn the real thing at Guitar Center Studios  in Woodland Hills. They have a new state-of-the-art Music Lessons and Rehearsal Facility from Guitar Center. Both Kids & Adults can learn Guitar, Bass, Drum, Keyboards and Vocals in the most comfortable lesson studio in Southern California.
6400 Owensmouth Ave. in Woodland Hills, 91367
818-883-4427

 

BEST PIES YOU HAVE  E V E R  TASTED!
Award Winning, 5 Star Rated – L. A. Weekly; Malibu Pie Festival, 1st Place Winner
CHOCOLATE MACADAMIA NUT PIES – Original recipe featured as popular dessert in Chin Chin Restaurants (throughout Los Angeles) and (mid – city’s) famous Genghis Cohen’s Chinese Restaurant. ALL pies are homemade using the freshest ingredients: Macadamia Nuts imported from Hawaii, Chocolate imported from Belgium and fresh cocoanut- sprinkled topping (optional). Now available for sale, individual pies $25/ea; 8 – 10 delicious slices. Buy three – Get one FREE! Flat-rate – Standard Shipping on orders $25-59/per recipient or Free Standard Shipping orders $60 or above.
PENNY LANE PIES available at pennylanemalibu@aol.com or 310.890-5762.

 

You have to eat dinner, right?  Why not Islands Restaurant?
Wednesday, December 15th from 5 – 9 PM
At the Calabasas High School Baseball Team fundraising night Islands Restaurant in Woodland Hills will be donating 20% of your food and beverage bill to CHS Baseball as long as you present this flyer: http://www.hometeamsonline.com/teams/.
Please click on the link to download the flyer. Calabasas High School Baseball thanks you for your support!

 

Strengthen You Child’s Immunity
http://lamommagazine.com/strengthen-your-childs-immune-system/

 

Material Grrlz Sewing Parties!
New Birthday Party idea! At Material Grrlz Sewing Parties, they bring the party to you or you come to them, minimum of 8 girls and 2-1/2 hours and yes, they actually sew! Check out the sites at: www.MaterialGrrlz.com and www.DegasDanceStudio.com or contact Yolanda@itsyglitsy.com for more details.

 

Name Your Tune
An exciting, fun and fresh music compilation that is made-to-order and personalized for each child. The child’s name becomes the feature part of every song making it an instant sing-along, feel-good hit. The songs are familiar and much-loved tunes for children, parents and grandparents making Name Your Tune a great way to learn, play and have fun together.
http://nameyourtune.com/010~Home/

 

Yo Gabba Gabba meets Vans
Nickelodeon’s hit show Yo Gabba Gabba! has become a global phenomenon and one of the rare truly cross-generational hits. Retro style, cool music, and killer characters appeal to all. Vans’ brings you Brobee, a cute and cuddly little green monster drummer in the Gabba Land band. They also feature canvas construction and sturdy waffle rubber soles.
http://www.vans.com/microsites/yogabbagabba/

 

WINTER CAMP AT VALLEY TRAILS IN TARZANA
DECEMBER 20-31ST
As winter break approaches, they are enrolling for their annual Winter Camp program. Each day, campers go on fun filled field trips, participate in exciting onsite activities, and meet new friends. Enrollment is flexible, however you will receive a greater savings by enrolling for 5 day weeks.  The weekly rate is $275.00 for 5 days or you can pay a daily rate of $65.00. Camp hours are 9:00A.M. to 4:00P.M with free extended care from 6:30A.M. to 6:30P.M. The camp offers free transportation from Sherman Oaks. New trips include:  Sky High Trampoline Park, Glow in the dark Miniature golf, Indoor inflatable’s, and Katie’s Cooking School.  Space is limited, and they are expecting to fill up this winter. To enroll, please call 818-345-3002 to obtain an enrollment form or visit www.valleytrails.com.
6043 Tampa Ave in  Tarzana

 

TOP 10 REASONS WHY TO WAX WITH THE WAX CENTER…
No Double Dipping – No Recycling Of Wax- Expensive Wax, Inexpensive Prices – Clean, Fresh, Sanitary Environment – Beautiful, Comfortable, Luxurious Facility – Programs Created To Help You Save – Products Designed to Help Your Skin – They Provide Services All Day, Every day – Qualified, Experienced, Licensed Estheticians – Educated, Knowledgeable Staff Trained To Understand That The Guests Are Their #1 Priority.
The European Wax Center has created and continues to create numerous innovative Special Guest Promotions which enables the valued Guests to save on all their waxing needs. With the Special Guest Promotions, the more loyal the Guest, the more they save. All the Special Guest Promotions may be used at any location you choose, regardless of which location earned or purchased from. Just another way European Wax Center sets itself apart from all the competition.
www.waxcenter.com
21811 Ventura Blvd in Woodland Hills
818-746-2683
2871 Agoura Road in Westlake Village
805-248-7060

 

NEWEST INNOVATIVE HEMORRHOID SURGERY WITHOUT CUTTING! STOP SUFFERING IN SILENCE!
This new surgical technique which cures hemorrhoid symptoms without cutting has been successfully practiced in Europe for 14 years and is recently approved in the United States.  Dr. David Rosenfeld, a colorectal surgeon and proctologist, is the only surgeon in Southern California performing this, minimally invasive, outpatient, hemorrhoid surgery. Call 805-579-8972, located in Simi Valley.
www.davidrosenfeldmd.com

 

Movie Night at Hollywood Temple Beth El
Saturday, December 18th at 7 p.m.
This has got to be the most inexpensive single or date night out in the whole city. And what fun. After a brief and beautiful Havdalah ceremony, Rabbi Ira who used to be a professional stand-up comic will entertain for about fifteen minutes before you enjoy “The Jazz Singer” starring Neil Diamond and sir Laurence Olivier – all for only $5 plus refreshments available by donation. Reserve at 323-656-3150 or just show up. Enter through the south Fountain Courtyard doors; 1317 N. Crescent Heights Blvd., NW corner of Fountain Blvd in West Hollywood, 90046. Park off-street north of building.

 

The beauty of the season with poinsettias
Selection and care.  Poison myth busted.  For indoor color inexpensively.  50°F and higher.
http://blog.oregonlive.com/homesandgardens/2010/12/

 

Encino Kid Boutique
A children’s clothing store located in Encino since 1993. We carry sizes 0-14 and brands such as: Biscotti, Petit Bateau, Flowers by Zoe, just to name a few.  You will always find something unique at Encino Kid for that special person in your life.
17157 Ventura Blvd in Encino, 91316
(818) 990-4510

 

Ready Set Go! Board
Empower your kids to start the day out right! Fun and easy to use magnetic board reminds kids to make beds, get dressed, eat breakfast, brush their teeth & hair and grab their books, shoes & backpack before heading off to school. By simply checking the board, completing the task and sliding the magnet- kids know their jobs and feel good getting them done!
http://shop.tellychicago.com/product

 

Santa is coming to Jungle Land
Friday, Dec. 17th from 11:00am-1:00pm
Stay and play all day (10:00am-6:00pm) while we continue the Christmas Party with great surprises and treats. Bring your cameras or have professional pictures taken by a photographer. Pay only Regular admisssion prices. Jungle Land is also an officail drop off location for Toys for Tots. Bring in a new, unwrapped toy and play for only $5.00/per child. Collection is now through Dec. 20th.
www.jungleland.info

 

Would you or someone you know like to participate in THE DOCTORS talk show?
Looking for people who have experienced any of the following:
· SORE TONGUE
· Skipped HEART BEATS
· NIGHT SWEATS (Under age 40)
· VISION CHANGE along with HEADACHES
· RINGING in your EARS
· METALLIC TASTE in mouth while PREGNANT
· PIMPLES inside your NOSE
· Has a QUESTION for Pediatrician Dr. Sears!
Contact: Please email a photo and your phone number to: Jennifer.laplaca@cbs.com.

 

New Harvest Norwalk and Family Outreach and Intervention Services Presents “Christmas Wonderland”
December 15-17
A festival that includes a Walk through Nativity, “real snow” slide, train ride, arcade, carnival rides. All Games, rides, and attractions are FREE! Holiday crafts, gifts, food and  desert booths, Live Music, puppet shows for the children, and Carolers. Iron Hide from the movie Transforms, will be available for pictures. For more info call 562-929-6034.
11364 E. Imperial Hwy in Norwalk, 90650
www.newharvestnorwalk.com

 

4th Annual Holiday Sale
Wednesday and Thursday, DEC. 15TH and 16TH from 10:30 AM to 5PM
Lexiwear Holiday Sample Sale – All Items $20!
Subtle Tones of Santa Monica – Cashmere Below Retail Prices. Subtle Luxury Cashmere and Silks, Glam Vintage Sherpa, Faux Fur, Spun Scarves And More.
MK Jewelry Designs -Beautiful handmade gold and silver jewelry at amazing prices.
19701 Wells Dr. in Woodland Hills, 91364
Email Robsammak@juno.com or call 818-571-6678 for an evening or weekend appt.

 

Snowboard Summer Camp
An all-inclusive 8-day summer snowboard camp located on Mt. Hood, Oregon determined to show you the best time of your life. Thanks to Mt. Hood’s glacier and massive winter snowfalls we are able to snowboard all summer long. They offer six summer sessions and the staff of over 100 are some of the finest humans you’ll ever have the pleasure of meeting. If you’re a snowboarder (sorry skiers) of ANY ability level between the ages of 9 and 20 years old – this is the place for you. Whether you come alone or with a friend, you’ll meet snowboarders from across the country and around the globe. They have campers who have literally never seen snow and campers who are good enough to be pros. The supportive atmosphere at camp allows you to have a great time regardless of your skill level. Visit http://www.highcascade.com/summer_camps/ for more info!

 

Got testimonials?
If your customers are raving about your products or services, invite them to tea and let them tell the world! EncinoMom Productions will give your customers the star treatment. They shoot, edit and deliver the code to you for EASY upload to your website or other social media. Get the 411: 818/934-1784 – Because your business is your baby, bring your baby to EncinoMom. They will help you bring your baby to the world!
www.EncinoMomProductions.com

 

Eat celery root – celeriac
History.  Biology.  Nutrition.  Buying.  Storing.  Preparing. The flesh has inner beauty – crispy when raw, silky smooth when cooked, and has a delicate taste which suggests the flavors of celery and parsley with a slight nuttiness.  http://www.eattheseasons.com/Archive/celery_root.htm
Recipes: http://www.epicurious.com/tools/

 

Remember sitting on a phonebook as a booster when you were a kid?
This adorable and wonderfully designed booster seat is great for kids over 3 that have graduated to the big kid chair, but can’t quite see over the table. Extremely light, so even the little tyke can carry it, plus you never have to worry about it falling off the chair and smashing toes like those clunky plastic seats. Designed with indentions for your child’s behind makes for more comfortable sitting. And cute “Family Circusesque” illustrations of “kidtown” and ads for sitting make it much more kid-friendly than the regular yellow pages.
http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/yellow-pages-booster-seat

 

Camp Calabasas Winter Camp
December 20th-24th and 27th-31st
Fun filled days of Camp Calabasas Winter Camp will be filled with art projects, cooking, science, fun games, outdoor activities and much more!
Winter Camp Location: Lupin Hill Camp Calabasas Trailer
Hours: 7:00am until 6:30pm (Camp Closes at 3pm on the 24th and 31st)
SPECIAL RATE OF $30 PER DAY. Camp fees must be paid at time of registration and they require five days notice to cancel or change days of attendance. Missed days MAY NOT be made up. Things to Bring: Campers will need to bring a lunch from home. They can refrigerate and warm food if needed. Camp will also provide a morning and afternoon snack for your child. Please send your child with a jacket due to the possible change in climate. NO ELECTRONIC DEVICES, TOYS, or TRADING CARDS FROM HOME ALLOWED AT CAMP. For More Information or to Register Call 818-878-0162 or email campcalabasas@aol.com.
www.campcalabasas.org

 

Jack and the Beanstalk at Theatre West
Now through Saturday, February 26th
Storybook Theatre’s award-winning “Jack and the Beanstalk” is a rollicking interactive version of the famous story. There are plenty of songs and lots of audience participation to delight the whole family. There is a rapping giant, a talking goose and chases up and down the beanstalk as members of the audience try to hide Jack from the giant on his adventure..
Theatre West
3333 Cahuenga Blvd, LA 90068
http://www.theatrewest.org/storybook.html

 

Fun, crazy shaped necklaces!
Think silly bandz large enough to wear as a necklace!
www.band-boy.com

 

Gan Malibu Pre-School 1st Annual Rummage Sale
Tuesday, Dec.14th from 9am-6pm
22943 Pacific Coast Highway, across from the famous Malibu Pier

 

“Developing and Encouraging Adolescent Resilience”
Tuesday evenings from 6:45 – 8 p.m., January 11, 2011 through March 29, 2011
A series of 12 workshops designed for parents and other individuals living with or working with teenagers. Topics will include:
An exploration into the brains of adolescents with a focus on understanding the reasons that adolescents do the things they do.
Recognizing common dangerous trends teenagers use to cope with stress, and learning tools which will facilitate their healthy growth.
Encouraging the development of resilient habits in our teens.
Recognizing the unique roles that we play in the lives of adolescents.
The workshop in facilitated by Lila Snow, M.A. (Ed. Psych) who developed this program based on the work of Rabbi Edythe Mencher (Resilience of the Soul) and Kenneth Ginsburg, M.D. Ms. Snow has extensive experience with children, adolescents and parents. She currently teaches Human Development at Pierce College and has recently taught Educational Psychology at American Jewish University. Cost: Free to TAS Members & $45 for non-members(Scholarship available based on financial need.) Course reader: $15. Registration at: Or, contact Lila Snow at lilasnow@msn.com.
Temple Ahavat Shalom
18200 Rinaldi Place in Northridge, 91326

 

Audi, Porsche, Maserati, Ferrari or Lamborghani Sales
Call Adam Drexler at the Auto Gallery in Woodland Hills at 818)932-1649