Friday December 17, 2010

Win a Trip to Cabo from Red Tricycle!
Red Tricycle, the local online parenting magazine, is pedaling to LA!
With former Los Angeles magazine editor Lara Burnap at the helm, Red Tricycle will be delivering weekly stories on local kid-friendly restaurants, travel destinations and other family-friendly news.
To celebrate the LA expansion, they are raffling off a Cabo Family Vacation. Sign up for Red Tricycle at http://www.redtri.com and you will be entered to win the Cabo trip. Mention Jen’s List in the “Referred By” box and you’ll also be entered into a weekly drawing for a $100 Amazon gift card. Ride on!

 

Today in History
– The Wright Brothers made their first airplane flight at Kitty Hawk, N.C.(1903)
– National re-gifting day
– National Maple Syrup Day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=262

 

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL
The American Youth Flag Football League (AYFFL) is kicking off it’s 6th consecutive season on January 9th. For kids aged 5-15, beginner to advanced, Games played Sundays from 1/9 to 2/27 at AE Wright Middle School in Calabasas. FINAL REGULAR REGISTRATION this Sunday, Dec. 19th from 10am to 2pm at AE Wright located at 4029 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, 91302. On Line Registration available at www.ayffl.com. Fee is $169.00. For more info call 818-605-3679.

 

HOLIDAY BLOW OUT SALE – LAST DAY!
TODAY – Friday, December 17th from 10-5pm
New merchandise, New Styles added. 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! You can save 50%-90% on newly added styles in girls (infant thru 6) dresses ($25), pants ($10), Tees ($5), ensembles ($15), and more at rock bottom pricing. Retail on these boutiques gems is $50-$140.
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, Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (back of the warehouse)
www.lunalunacph.com and www.lunalunashop.com

 

$17 for Blow-Out and Style at Vicente Salon (51% Off)
Look your best at holiday soirees, New Year’s, and beyond by getting a pre-party professional blow-out at Vicente Salon. (Or take your tween or teen in for the royal treatment!) Vicente Salon’s stylists average over 10 years’ experience, ensuring that your hair will wow fellow guests at holiday parties and family events. Do something just for you — treat yourself to a blow-out that will leave you looking and feeling fantastic!
www.familyfinds.com/jenslist

 

Homemade Baked Goods-SO good!
Check out “A Little Nosh” at the Calabasas Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.  There you can find Cindy and her amazing baked goods. Mandelbrot, ruggelah, cookies, brownies, pumpkin bread with streusal topping and so much more.  Incredibly delicious, homemade family recipes! Get ready for Thanksgiving. Please place special orders for holiday early. Corporate gifts and office parties too. Mention Jen’s List and receive $1 off!
www.alittlenosh.com

 

Go green, Go Watermatic this Holiday/New Year
Are you looking to eliminate those 5 gallon toxic water bottles? Do you want a water station that has multiple filters built in to it’s machine; designed to eliminate bacteria and offers you the best drinking water out there? If you sign up with Watermatic before January 1, 2012 – they will write you a check for $100! For more information, call (877-381-7873) and use reference code: JENS100.
www.water-matic.com

 

HUGE Savings on Paul Frank
Whether they are sewing custom gifts for friends, silk-screening designs on t-shirts or illustrating the latest lovable character: they are all about one thing – fun. They have been creating smiles all over the globe for ten years through the most recognized character, Julius. Combine all that with the brightly colored, mid-century inspired vision and you’ve got Paul Frank Industries. The merchandise includes apparel and accessories for all ages, books, stationery, eyewear, home décor, bicycles and more & features artistic and entertaining designs inspired by their love of avant-garde, modern influences and everyday objects. They believe in: Bright, happy colors and inspired surroundings. Humor, pleasant sarcasm and everyday cleverness. A youthful, fresh approach to just about everything. The venerable art of gift giving. Save 20% on $75 or more and Save 25% on $100 or more. Use code BSMPAUL at checkout. Expires 12-19-10.
http://shop.paulfrank.com/

 

MAKE YOUR OWN PIZZA PARTIES!
Looking for a FRESH way to celebrate your child’s birthday? I just did this for my son’s 8th birthday and everyone had a blast! Each child is given a Fresh Brother’s pizza box to label and decorate with stickers, markers, and crayons. The children then get to create their own edible masterpieces! Once cooked, pizzas are placed back into their boxes and brought out to the dining area.
The basic party includes:
· 7″ pizza for each child and drinks
· “Make Your Own Pizza” experience
· Souvenir Fresh Brothers “I Made My Own” T-shirt Other Add-On Options include: Cupcake Decorating, Apron Decorating, face painting, Balloon artists, Creative art play and music.
Pricing available for small or large groups. They are also can put together special events for youth groups, Mom’s Clubs, sports teams and many other types of non-profit groups. Party locations include: Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Marina Del Rey, Westlake Village and Calabasas. For more info, email debbie@freshbrothers.com.
www.freshbrothers.com

 

Best days in December to buy a new car
http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=news/consumer&id=7846269

 

Decorate for the holiday season with WallCandy’s Glow-in-the-Dark Decals
These glow-in-the-dark decals from WallCandy are great for decorating your home for the holiday season.  Best of all, they can be applied and reapplied each year without damaging the walls. The ultimate in energy efficient illumination, they light up the night without batteries or plugs!
http://www.wallcandyarts.com/shop/category.cfm/glow-in-the-dark

 

LAZOO WORLDWIDE
Inspired by an internationally best-selling series of children’s books (over 1.5 million sold), Lazoo products all embody the same mission: to foster a child’s creative process, encourage self-expression, and empower the imagination. Brought to you by two dads with seven kids between them, Lazoo has evolved from a series of books into a full-fledged children’s lifestyle brand and media property emphasizing novel design, unique content and creativity.
One lucky Jens List member will WIN a set of children’s activity books from Lazoo! To enter, email your name, email address & telephone number by Friday., Dec. 17th 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 Saturday., Dec. 18th and notified by email. All winner packages will be shipped direct.
www.lazoo.com

 

SELF-ESTEEM class for kids ages 7 – 12
Offered afterschool on Thursdays starting January 20 – March 10 at Juan Bautista De Anza Park. The class “I BELIEVE IN ME: MANADOOB SELF-ESTEEM PROGRAM” is for kids to learn the core values to be strong and successful in life. The facilitator, Kim Ledoux, is adored by children of all ages – she has tutored kids for years. Using the Manadoob materials which focus on the importance of gratitude, making good friends, and making good choices kids develop real tools for life. Kids become more compassionate and better able to deal with some of the tough things in life.  They learn from fun characters and easy crafts.  The website gives a more detailed explanation: www.Manadoob.com. Register online at www.cityofcalabasas.com Parks and Recreation – Winter Catalog.  Normally this class (Part One) costs over $500.00, but for a limited time the city of Calabasas is offering it for the reduced price of $255.00. Call 310-589-0863 (Susan) for more information.

 

Waxing made easy
Jen’s List member, Skin Care by Jennifer, will provide all your waxing needs in the privacy of your own home. Reasonable prices, professional service. Call 818-426-7088 or visit www.skincarebyjennifer.com.

 

TEACH through Love – Parent Ed Support Group
Dec. 20th at 7pm
Holidays are stressful – Families are demanding – School is out! Come find solace, support, inspiration and information. Learn about behavior and the brain, tools for communicating and solutions to managing conflict and stress. Share your stories and be supported by other conscious parents! $5 Suggested Donation. RSVP to parent_ed@teach-through-love.com.
The Green Bean
5060 Eagle Rock Blvd. in Los Angeles, CA
http://www.teach-through-love.com

 

The Canyon Salon in Westlake Village is looking for a front desk assistant
Must be able to multi- task, be very friendly, and well put together. Position entails, answering phones, booking appointments, general maintenance of this high end, very busy hair salon. Computer skills are a must as well as high school diploma or higher. Must have a flexible schedule and able to work evenings. Email resume to limorgallo@gmail.com.
www.thecanyonsalon.com

 

Wallaby
Enroll now in the next session of Wallaby’s unique parent & me classes, starting the week of January 3rd. Classes are small to ensure lots of personal attention for you and your child, so reserve your spot now!  Check out their website for info about curriculum, class meeting times and tuition – then submit your registration form, or call 323-662-0128 or email office@wallaby-la.com to schedule your free trial class at their stylish Silverlake location.
http://wallaby-la.com

 

Camp Hollywoodland
An all girls sleep away camp in Griffith Park is having Winter Camp Dec. 27-30 and Jan. 3-7. They offer Arts and Crafts, S’more, Rock Climbing, Sports, Games, Dance, and so many more silly and fun activities. It’s run through the city of Los Angeles Rec and Parks department and has excellent fun and professional staff. The first week costs $285 and the second week costs $325. This includes 3 meals a day and snacks along with a day jam packed with fun activities. For ages 6-14.
http://www.laparks.com/dos/camps/hollywoodland.htm

 

The whole family can enjoy an artistic holiday at the Getty
They have stepped-up schedules of family-focused activities during the holidays. Both the Getty Center and the Getty Villa are scheduling free activities for families during the holiday break from school. Visit www.getty.edu for daily schedules of tours and participatory activities for the whole family.  Both the Getty Center and Getty Villa are closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, but open during regular business hours on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

 

Cello Teacher
Advanced music student will teach your child from beginner to advanced level.  Dedicated student who is a member of the Los Children’s Orcestra California Conductors High School Orchestra and a dedicated and passionate teacher with 5 years teaching experience.  References available upon request, $30/hour. Contact Clare at 818-205-4495.

 

Looxcie for sale
Brand new in an unopened shrink wrapped package, retail is $199 plus tax
Asking $150 AND 50% of the proceeds will go to the Gentle Barn to help with the dog rescue project.
http://www.looxcie.com/
Call 310.442.9810 for more info.

 

EVENTS HAPPENING TOMORROW!
Last Chance Holiday Boutique and Open House
Saturday, December 18th from 2 pm- 5 pm
Entrance Fee – one unwrapped toy or a can of food for the West Valley Food Pantry.
Great vendors with great holiday deals! Melissa and Doug Toys Garden Accessories, Make up, Jewelry Julz and Lili Sample Sale- get it for cost Vintage T-shirts for Women and Girls Plus…Bring your Gold and make some Ca$h!
4761 Santa Lucia Dr in Woodland Hills, 91364
AND
Montana Avenue is hosting Montana Avenue Deals & Delights
Saturday, December 18th from 10-5pm
A special shopping day, where stores will be offering amazing deals ranging from 10% to 60% off. For more info, please visit the Montana Avenue website, www.montanaave.com, and Facebook page, “Montana Avenue – Santa Monica, CA.”
AND
The Reptile Family!
Saturday, December 18th at 3:00pm
Living Treasures from Around the World with the Reptile Family. Lizards, turtles, and snakes, oh my! Frogs and bugs, too!
Educational, entertaining, fun and safe hands-on program with reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods. Kids will have an opportunity to hold animals as they are spoken about. Free.
Canoga Park Branch Library
20939 Sherman Way in Canoga Park, CA 91303 818-887-0320
AND
Huge Garage/Moving Sale in Woodland Hills
Saturday, December 18th from 8am – 1pm
Everything must go! Couches and other Furniture, washer/dryer and other appliances, women’s and children’s clothing, Bow Flex and other Gym equipment, Office furniture, wine fridge, refrigerator, video games, kitchen items, kid’s toys & more!
5283 Calatrana Drive, South of Ventura, between Canoga and Topanga
Rain or Shine! 
AND
Kids Club: Holiday Decorations
Saturday, December 18th from 3-4pm
Want to help to decorate the house and your tree for the holidays?  Today you will be making ornaments and decorations using recycled materials!  You can make your home feel festive and stay green!  Light snacks and refreshments will be served. 
Tarzana Whole Foods
18700 Ventura Blvd in Tarzana, 91356
RSVP to SPTRZ-Marketing@wholefoods.com

 LIVE-IN CHILDCARE THAT YOU CAN AFFORD
Lock in the 2010 prices while saving $500 off the program fee, Today-Sunday only! $330 per week. All au pairs are drivers & have very good English. Careful screening. Here are some 2nd year candidates:VICTORIA,24,is from the Czech republic. Can take care of kids from birth on up. Very sporty. SARAI,24,from Mexico plays soccer and enjoys camping. Exc. ref. OXANA, 20, from Norway speaks 3 languages. Contact Lee Rappaport, your Southern California Au Pair Expert for more details at 818-422-5133 or LeeCCAuPair@aol.com.

 

Shapes
Want to make your resolution to reach your ideal weight come true once and for all? Want to let go of those extra pounds the right way and without feeling hungry and deprived? Shapes is a comprehensive program that offers hypnotherapy, nutrition therapy, and personal training under the same roof and for an attractive price.  You will receive one hypnotherapy session, one nutrition session, and two training ones each week, all with very skilled and experienced professionals.
www.goodlifehypnotherapy.com

 

Make JNET Your New Year’s Resolution
Wednesday, January 5th from 7 to 9 p.m.
Shomrei Torah Synagogue in West Hills
Join Jewish professionals at JNET’s first meeting of 2011. Network, schmooze and nosh with other Jewish professionals and business people. For additional information contact Frank Tessel at 805-509-5030 or email franklintessel@att.net. 
www.jnetonline.org

 

In today’s economy, children need to learn the fine art of saving
PiggyBank Express takes this concept to heart with their southern piggybank designs based on the Blue Ridge Mountains. Multiple lines are available, including the Barn Series piggybanks that come in their own barn with real doors and a wooden latch.  A money bag is included with each piggy so that youngsters can easily tote their savings to the bank.  It’s a fun way to teach children to watch their savings grow as they grow.
www.piggybankexpress.com

 

Zimmer Children’s Museum Snow Day
December 15th
We can’t count on the clouds for snow here in Los Angeles, so we’ll simply have to make it for ourselves. Today you will be experimenting with making fake “snow.” All Sunday drop-in programs run from 2:30-4:00pm and are free for members and $3.00 per child for non-members in addition to the entrance fee.  Entrance fee is $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children 3 and over.  Children 2 and under and grandparents are free.  Zimmer Children’s Museum is located on the lobby level of the Goldsmith Jewish Federation Building, 6505 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90048.  Sunday hours are 12:30pm-5:00pm. Visit http://www.zimmermuseum.org or call (323) 761-8984 for further information.

 

HAIRCUT FOR CHARITY
Between now and December 31st, 100% of the proceeds of ALL haircuts and colors at Francesca’s Place will go directly towards the Canoga Park single mom (and her 3 children) that has Stage 4 breast cancer that has spread to her lungs, bones, and brain whose info was posted on Jens List on Saturday December 4th! Checks or Cash only and Francesca’s Place is by appointment only. All checks for the event can be made payable to “The Talbert Family Foundation” (with “Dana’s Fund” in the note section).  The Talbert Family Foundation(www.talbertfamilyfoundation.org)is dedicated to providing direct financial support to local families with members suffering from catastrophic illnesses. Email Francesca at francesca425@gmail.com to book your appointment.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Los-Angeles-CA/Francescas-Place/
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=87328682426

 

One Happy Camper
Summer Camp registration for 2011 is already in full swing, and now is the time to sign-up for an amazing summer. If your child has never been to Jewish overnight summer camp at one of the participating camps in California, you may be eligible for a grant made possible by The Jewish Federation in partnership with the Foundation for Jewish Camp. Go to OneHappyCamper.org/Hanukkah to learn more and to apply today!

 

Green alternatives to gift wrap
Paper bags, Old calendars, Aluminum foil, Socks, Fabric remnants, Oatmeal, canister and lid, Newspaper
http://blog.oregonlive.com/homesandgardens/2010/12/

 

Recruiting Company
Calling moms with a recruiting background who would like to work from home and have flexible hours. Join a recruiting firm with a large contract with a leading company in online advertising and social commerce. Job responsibilities include identifying qualified candidates and preparing them for the interview. Qualified applicants with minimum two years experience sourcing, qualifying and networking are welcome to apply. Email a resume and cover letter to wetsteingroupjobs@gmail.com.

 

 

The JCC at Milken – winter programs for children ages 2-5
Winter Mini-Camp: 2 weeks, Mon. – Thur. Dec. 20th – 23rd & Mon.- Thur. Dec. 27th – 30th. The new Winter Session of both Babe and Me for Infants and Toddlers and After School Enrichment classes (ages 3 – 6) begin the 2nd week of January. Contact Linda at (818) 464-3280 or email ece@jccatmilken.org to register.
www.jccatmilken.org

 

Looking for a 1 bedroom guest house or apartment in the Santa Monica area to lease for about 6 months.
Business professional with excellent references and very personable. Email George at  vmsprez@gmail.com.

 

MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL TUTOR
Is your student struggling in MATH, SCIENCE, SPANISH, ENGLISH? Jason can help them before they fall too far behind! He focuses on test prep, study skills and general concepts in all areas needed, including Math (up to Calculus), all Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), History, Spanish (He is fluent!) and English Lit. Jason has been tutoring for over 10 years and has great success with clients of all ages. Call 818.269.6207 or email black.j.4@pg.com.

 

Night Nurse/Noted Sleep Specialist
Ms. Dennis is a Certified Newborn Specialist, Parenting Coach and Noted Sleep Specialist. She is currently taking bookings for 2011 & available for overnight shifts of 10, 9 or 8 hours, with a minimum booking of 4 weeks. She has 25 years of experience, Doctor Recommended, Agency Recommended, Impeccable Resume, experienced with preemies, twins, colicky infants, babies with sleep issues, reflux, GERD, & children on monitors. Call 310-339-1749 or email thebabyguru3@aol.com.
www.TheBabyGuru.com.

 

For Rent
4br/2ba Calabasas house for rent at $2,850/mo.
Las Virgenes exit off 101 freeway; fireplace, hardwood floors throughout; Las Virgenes Unified School District; washer and dryer; landlord pays for poolman and gardner. Please call 818-917-2122 or email to mshulman@adelman-seide.com.
AND
Prime Studio City Condo for Rent
Two bedroom, two and half bath condo for rent. Granite kitchen, living room, dining room and small patio.  Prime location, walking to all shops. Carpenter school district. Building built in 2006.  $2100. Available now but won’t last long. Call Ian at 310-913-0920 or email ian.metrose@cbs.com for more info.