Thursday December 16, 2010

Today in History
– The famous World War II “Battle of the Bulge” began. (1944)
– National chocolate covered anything day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=261

Children’s product and service companies want to hear from you
Join the Parents Insight Network today and let your voice be heard.
Go to http://www.parentsinsightnetwork.com/parents/ to become a member!
The Parents Insight Network is hosting a short project this month for parents of kids age 0-3 or one on the way about baby swings – just a 4 min. survey, and 5 respondents will win a great new stroller. Click here:
http://parentsinsight.swing.sgizmo.com/s3/

$59 for Two Tix to Jewtopia (Up to 54% Off)
Just because you don’t live in NY doesn’t mean you can’t see amazing theatre. Jewtopia, the longest running comedy in off-Broadway history, finally returns to LA after over 1200 NYC performances. Jewtopia tells the story of two 30-year-old single men, Chris O’Connell and Adam Lipschitz. Chris, a gentile, wants to marry a Jewish girl, and Adam Lipschitz, a Jew, wants to marry a Jewish girl but can’t get a date. They form a secret pact. Chris promises that he will help Adam find the Jewish girl of his dreams and show him “Jewtopia,” but only if Adam will help Chris shed his gentile-ness and bring him undercover into the Jewish world. This is a great event to take out-of-town visitors to, and would make the perfect date night.
www.familyfinds.com/jenslist

Finally an AWESOME children’s book for working mothers with young children!
MOMMY BRINGS HOME THE BACON, written by working mother Nikki Mark, has just been released on Amazon.com and is perfect for children ages 3-7. The book addresses a child’s appreciation for a working mother in a lighthearted manner, and is a powerful tool to help working mothers discuss an emotional topic with their children. All working mothers and their children will relate to this sweet and whimsical story. To learn more visit www.Mommybringshomethebacon.com. The beautifully illustrated hard-cover book sells for $14.99.

Baby Steps Dance expanded schedule for winter session!
Starting Jan. 4, 2011, they are offering classes from mini yogis for kids, Kindermusick with Little Treblemakers, plus all your favorite Baby Steps classes! Early Bird discount -10 week session for only $120 good until Dec. 21st! First class is free to try! Join anytime!
www.babystepsdance.com.

Reminder – You’re invited!
I was just given early access to ScoreBig, an entirely new, members-only way to save 10-70% on great seats to your favorite sports, concerts, and theater events around LA and across the country-with NO fees and free delivery.  They were just written up in today’s Wall Street Journal, and the best part is, they said I could invite my friends, so I’m opening it up to everyone on Jen’s List! Membership is free, and they’re giving new members from Jen’s List $10 off their first purchase.  You can only join from the newsletter, so sign up now and send me a note to ask for the link!

New Women’s Clothing Boutique in Thousand Oaks
Come visit Wonderland Boutique inside ChiChi Skincare in Thousand Oaks. Wonderland Boutique carries clothes, bags and accessories at affordable prices.  Perfect for this holiday season and all year round. Get 10% off your purchase if you mention Jen’s List. 
805-496-0507
2318 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Thousand Oaks, 91362

DO YOU WANT TO WIN A TRIP TO THE SUPER BOWL?
JOSHUA HESCHEL WEST DAY SCHOOL is having a Super Bowl Raffle! If you are a football fan, or know a football fan, it is a great deal for a chance to go to the game including hotel stay and cash for travel. If you don’t win, it is a donation to a good cause-education! Visit http://superbowlheschelwest.charityhappenings.org/ to buy a raffle ticket that gives you a chance to win (2) tickets to the Super Bowl, (2) nights in a hotel and $1,000 cash towards air and ground transportation. The package has a minimum value of  $3750, and it is just $36 for 1 ticket, $60 for 2, or $108 for 4 chances to win!

CASTING
JET SET needs of 5-7 preemie sized babies in two weeks for a shoot
They need to be legally 15 days old from birth to work so that means you just gave birth!  If you just had a baby or babies under 7 lbs currently, email paloma@jetsetmodels.com a picture, weight, name and contact info. More info will be revealed upon submission.
AND
Do you and your girlfriends constantly go for colonics to lose weight?
If interested with speaking with Dr. Oz about the benefits of colonics, please email yasmin.allstars@gmail.com.
AND
Do you have a question for Dr. Oz about cellulite?
Please email yasmin.allstars@gmail.com.

My Gym AMAZING Children’s classes AND Winter Camp in Woodland Hills / Thousand Oaks
Created over 27 years ago to enhance physical development and a sense of individual success for ages 3 months -13 years old, including an amazing class called Cardio Kids! They are also offering Winter Camp Dec 21st-Dec 31st from 10:30-1:30. $40 a day, but, if you sign up for 5 or more days, its only $35. Sign up for a new reg. session which starts January 10th & get a free day of camp or 2 free additional classes. My Gym will not have classes the week of Winter Camp and BUT will offer free classes later during the camp days! The number one goal is your child’s growth and development! They also have fantastic birthday parties and yoga coming soon! Furthermore, my gym has a MOBILE PROGRAM and can bring fun and fitness to YOUR facility!
Woodland Hills Location: 22027 B. Vanowen St. at the corner of Topanga
(818) 702-6946
http://www.my-gym.com/franchisee_schedule.aspx?id=241
Thousand Oaks Location: 2701 Thousand Oaks Blvd. in the Palm Plaza Shopping Center
(805) 494-4154
http://www.my-gym.com/franchisee_schedule.aspx?id=240

Temple Adat Elohim Unites Community with Free Christmas Dinner
Saturday, December 25th, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Thousand Oaks High School
Temple Adat Elohim invites the community to help spread the word about their 16th annual Christmas evening dinner and holiday themed entertainment. They expect to serve more than 350 souls that want a home cooked meal, especially the homeless and the elderly who want to spend the holiday in a warm, uplifting family spirited environment.  For information about free transportation and additional event details, call 805-497-7101.
www.adatelohim.org

6th Annual Jewish Women’s Spirituality Retreat
Monday, May 2nd through Friday, May 6th
Rabbi Sherre Hirsch is excited to announce the dates for her 6th Annual Jewish Women’s Spirituality Retreat at Canyon Ranch, Tucson. In addition to the group’s private programming (some private meals, prayer walks, teaching, meditation, services, spiritual check-ups and more), all of Canyon Ranch’s programming will be open to attendees. The week will culminate in a wonderful evening deeply rooted in the Jewish tradition.  For information, please email Rachael Martin at rachael@sherrehirsch.com.

Hollywood’s legendary El Capitan Theatre presents Disney’s “TRON: Legacy” in Disney Digital 3D™
For a Special Engagement December 17th through January 20, 2011. The El Capitan will present a state-of-the-art laser light show sponsored by Kodak before every screening, and the lobby will feature an actual full scale ‘TRON: Legacy’ Light Cycle on display for the length of the engagement. www.elcapitantickets.com

The Brands You Know. Exclusive Sales. Carefully Selected and at least 70% Off!
Saturday, December 18th from 10AM-4:00PM
The most-hearted Brands are now available for purchase at exclusive discounts! Shop the Private sales winning picks now and get ready for another fabulous selection from a great deep discount retailer! Food by Kogi BBQ. First 100 people get Free Kogi Tacos coupons! Too many brands to list; This is a real warehouse sale at the Jeans.com warehouse, located in the warehouse and industrial district of Los Angeles. Jeans that sold for $168.00 last year are on sale starting at $15.00.
1131 EAST 5TH STREET in LOS ANGELES, 90013
http://campaigns.ratepoint.com/campaigns/

This adorably hilarious series tracks the trials and tribulations of little Llama and his quest to get his mama’s attention in various forms

He is light on patience, but high on smiles and it’s infectious.  The newest addition to the series is Llama Llama Holiday Drama, just in time for all the holidays. The newly launched LLama website is chock full of activities, downloads and more to keep the Llama Lovin preschooler in your house occupied. Other books in the series include -Llama Llama Red Pajama, Llama Llama Mad at Mama, and Llama Llama Misses Mama, and all are New York Times bestsellers, that are hilarious, fun to read aloud and teach kids valuable lessons.
www.amazon.com/Llama-Holiday-Drama-AnnaDewdney/
One Jens List reader will WIN a full set of the Hardcover Llama Llama Series including a signed copy of the newest book. To enter, email your name, email address & telephone number by Thur., Dec. 16th at 11:59pm (PST) to sfvmom@gmail.com. Only one email per email address duplicates will deleted. No substitutions please. Winner will be chosen by Fri., Dec. 17th and notified by email. All winner packages will be shipped direct.

Don’t agonize about it, OrganizIT!
Do you have garage envy because your garage doesn’t measure up? The garage organization services industry is now the fastest growing segment in the home improvement market and OrganizIT! is on of the fastest growing garage organization company in Los Angeles. They are your full service garage organization company, with a level of professionalism second to none. They can help you with:
Overhead storage racks,
Slatwall garage organization wall systems,
Full line of heavy-duty, versatile garage cabinets,
Garage flooring; interlocking garage floor tiles and epoxy flooring,
Full line of accessories; hooks, garage shelves, baskets,
Garage lighting options.
Check out their new location in Simi Valley and call 818-232-7683 for a free design consultation and let them turn your mess into amazing.
www.organizitco.com

HOLIDAY BLOW OUT SALE
December 16th & 17th – Thursday and Friday 10-5pm
New merchandise, New Styles added for these last 2 days. Girls and Boys: Baby, Toddler and Youth. From the collections of Luna Luna Copenhagen and HubCap as seen in Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Fred Segal, Lisa Kline, etc. and as seen in “Suri Cruise” and Halle Berry’s daughter “Nahla.” Great Holiday gift shopping for girls and boys. Dresses, baby gift sets and stylish separates at unbelievable prices. Prices: T-SHIRTS = $5 – TOPS = $10 – BOTTOMS = $10 – DRESSES = $25 – LOUNGE SETS = $15 – HATS/BOOTIES = $5. ALL SALES FINAL. NO RETURNS. NO EXCHANGES. CASH AND CREDIT CARD ONLY.
5312 Derry Ave. Suite L in Agoura Hills, 91301 (back of the warehouse)
www.lunalunacph.com and www.lunalunashop.com

Tastefully Simple is a Gourmet Food line, founded and run by women
Their products are quick and easy, one or two items added can make a gourmet meal in minutes. Tastefully Simple delivers right to your door, so no going out in the crowds. Great gift ideas, so check them out online www.tastefullysimple.com and then email Connie Verdick, Consultant, at cjunebella@yahoo.com or call 702-341-5825 with your order.

Documentary Production Team Looking for Office Space
A documentary production is looking for office space to occupy for approximately 18 months in the San Fernando Valley. They’d preferably like to stay between North Hollywood and Woodland Hills if given a choice. They are looking for about 600 to 800 square feet with 2 or 3 rooms if possible.  The film is an environmental documentary with social justice issues. Because of the subject matter they are hoping to find someone that would consider donating this space (for a short time) for a good cause. They are standing up for those who don’t have the health, money, and time to stand up for themselves.  They could offer a tax write-off due to their non-profit status, and even on-screen credit for helping to fund this Documentary by donating this space.  With all the unoccupied office space out there during this downturn in the economy we hope to find a goodhearted individual to join the team and come to the rescue. Contact Kevin O’Donnell at apply4documentary@gmail.com or 818-653-3357.

Hair and Color  Lead
Referred by Jens List member, heathers_mailbox@yahoo.com
Deborah Miller has 20 years of experience specializing in color (and is a mommy too!). New clients through January 31st will receive 50% off their first visit. Color, cuts, Brazilian Blowouts.
818-451-8114
Bree Salon
12180 Ventura Boulevard in Studio City

Spyder Active Sportsa Blow Out Sale
This Saturday and Sunday ONLY
They will be offering 50% OFF of already reduced prices on all clearance items. In addition to this – Men’s limited edition polo shirts are 2 for $20 (reg. $34.99 each) and select men’s and women’s t-shirts are buy one, get one FREE!
In the Promenade at the Camarillo Premium Outlets
610 Ventura Boulevard Suite 1316 in Camarillo, 93010
(805) 482-0808
www.spyder.com

Wags and Walks: Dog Walking/Sitting
Lesley Brog has been caring for animals since she was a little girl growing up with her veterinarian father. She is a mother of two and has had a dog walking/hiking/sitting service for over 10 years.  She tried the corporate world but realized her real passion is her love for dogs. With her endless amount of love and energy you can go to work and travel and feel like Lesley is part of the family. Call 310-968-6571 or email wagsandwalks@yahoo.com for more info.

West Hollywood Elementary Holiday Bazaar
Friday December 17th from 3-7pm
Shop for a great cause. Ferragamo & Kate Spade handbags, Samsonsite bags, Movado watches, Benefit Cosmetics, MineDesign candles & soaps, high-end clothing (BrochuWalker, Empress Baby, Red Wagon Baby), plus jewelry, wallets, sunglasses, wood crafts, original artwork and so much more. Plus photos with Santa and food/beverages available for purchase.
West Hollywood Park Auditorium
647 N. San Vicente in West Hollywood 90069

A Gardner Who Cares
Emilio often will ask, “Is everything looking good? What may I do to make it better?” For landscaping, gardening, irrigation, planting, etc. call Emilio at 805-212-2693. He will drive to LA, Santa Barbara and Ventura County. For a local, happy customer reference contact Jens List member, Melisopp@yahoo.com.

Exciting new website that caters to the fabulous moms across America
Great baby clothes, accessories and a couple of fun and comfortable items for the moms to treat themselves with as well. Brands include Kissy Kissy, Kicky Pants, Rowdy Sprout, C&C and more.   
www.shopjessup.net

Announce the Birth of a Baby with Lawn Storks LA
Lawn Storks LA, featuring the Featherbottom family, is the newest way to celebrate and announce the birth of a baby, deliver a unique baby gift or welcome guests to the baby shower. Rent one of the lawn storks and keep the personalized keepsake bundle-a great addition to any nursery. Meet the Featherbottoms and find out how to invite them in at www.lawnstorksla.com.

Passions Pastries and Cupcakery
Beautiful and delicious cupcakes and cakes, that are works of art, with an unbelievable presentation. They are made from scratch from the freshest local ingredients in many flavors. For years Darlene made all these goodies for friends and finally opened her own place last Summer to keep up with the demand. They even have made to order Gluten Free and Sugar Free. Come by for your free cupcake and tell Darlene that Jens List sent you. Open Monday through Saturday, and closed on Sundays.
4810 Fulton Avenue, at the corner of Riverside and Fulton
818-506-8773
www.passionspastries.com

Teuli Moja
Pronounced “Tway-Lee Moe-Jah”, is selling hip T-shirts for boys and girls between the ages of 2-4 and they are excited to announce the launch of a new ecommerce site. Founder and CEO, Doyin Richards, is hoping to use his cute and hip toddler tees to inspire children to do great things. The tees are only $9.95 and would make a great holiday gift.
www.teulimoja.com

Gorgeous, Cozy Baby Blankets at 15% Off
As described in the Oct/Nov issue of Fit Pregnancy magazine, “there’s a reason babies are attached to their blankies, especially when they’re as cozy and gorgeous as the ones from Laughing Lily.” Laughing Lily is a family run business featuring cozy minky blankets, bibs, lovies and burp cloths in assorted colors and patterns.  These products are always a hit at baby showers & a perfect gift for the holidays.  The first ten online orders of $40 or more will receive 15% off. Mention code JENSAVE15 at checkout. Shop online at www.laughinglily.com, follow on Twitter @ www.twitter.com/laughinglily and become a fan on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/LaughingLilyBlankets. 

HOLIDAY EVENT
December 17th, Friday from 10am-12pm
and
December 18th, Saturday from 11am-1pm
www.pumpkinheadkids.com
SAVE 30% OFF Hollywood’s Renaissance Winter Collection
Contest: receive a $500.00 PLb gift certificate
www.paigelaurenbaby.com
FREE Festive Holiday Photo Session By THE POD PHOTOGRPAHY
Prints can be purchased for $8-$15.
www.thepodphoto.com
11640 San Vicente Blvd. Space 109 in Los Angeles, 90049
310.207.6760

Take Advantage of Low Mortgage Interest Rates Before They are Gone
You can easily lower your monthly mortgage payment by refinancing to a lower interest rate. Richard Shuben has been a mortgage broker for over 16 years and is also an attorney. He will find the best rate for you, and even get you a loan that costs you nothing. Go to someone that knows the law and is looking out for your best interest,not the banks. He is conveniently located in Canoga Park. Call 818-883-9473 for more info.

“Jolly Open House” with wine tastings!
Friday December 17th & Saturday December 18th from 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Holiday Gifts Galore! Liquidating the old and bringing in the new! French decor, jewelry, our famous candles, scarves, decorative bottles,  soaps, and customized gift baskets
Wine & Food pairings offered by French Chef “Charlie” from 6:30p – 9:00 pm every Friday, Saturday
Reservations required($45 per person inclusive)
The Hidden Chateau & Gardens
23130 Sherman Way in West Hills, 91307
818-610-3228

What To Do With All Those Photos?
Don’t let your photos get lost in your computer where no one looks at them. Have Elise put them into a beautiful keepsake album where they will be readily available to look at and enjoy and be protected for many years to come. Elise also sells fine quality supplies to safely store and display your photos. Don’t delay any longer, you will be so happy when you finally get to enjoy your photos again! Call 818-595-1117 or email eliseshuben@hotmail.com.
www.mycmsite.com/sites/elises

The Urban Craft Center Li’l Kid’s Camp
Monday, Dec 20th through Thursday, Dec 23rd from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 
For beginners ages 4 to 7, from all-natural bubble wands to Vietnamese spring rolls, youngsters will be able to sample a range of crafts in this four session class. Led by guest instructor Nicole Ichtertz, this camp includes a broad range of activities focusing on natural materials and basic crafting skills. Projects will include; finger knitting, pressed flower necklaces, nature bubble wands, candlemaking and soapmaking.
www.theurbancraftcenter.com

Housekeeper / Nanny Available For The Holidays:
Jackie is a wonderful nanny / house keeper who will be available during the holidays from December 18th until January 2nd.  She is trustworth, hardworking, drives, speaks great English, and is a pleasure to have around.   If interested, call her directly at 818-448-9670.  For a reference, feel free to call 323-243-8200.