Saturday December 18, 2010

 NUNE & NATURE
Vegan and Environmentally Friendly, 100% Biodegradable Natural and Organic Botanical Product Lines for the whole family.
NUNE & NATURE produces product lines that are a blend of certified organic oils, plant extracts and essential oils. They are vegan and ecologically friendly with a botanical base that contain all natural and organic ingredients. NUNE & NATURE labels are made with 100% wind power, are 100% biodegradable and septic-safe. They do not contain any animal ingredients or animal derived ingredients, are animal cruelty-free and thus not tested on animals. NUNE & NATURE product labels are not laminated and are FSC certified, which means they are forest and environmentally friendly. NUNE & NATURE products do not contain any harsh or harmful synthetics, leaving skin and hair feeling fresh, clean, healthy, soft and smooth. Read what TERRY’S SPA, BEAUTY AND WELLNESS GO-TO is saying about Nune & Nature Products at www.definitivespablog.blogspot.com. NUNE & NATURE products are exempt from the following ingredients: Parabens · Tetra sodium (EDTA) · Sodium Lauryl Sulphate· Sodium Laureth Sulphate · Phenoxyethanol · Animal byproducts.
www.nuneandnature.com 

Today in History
Underdog day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=263

Need to Hem It, Stitch It, Fix It? Look No Further
Awesome referral from Jen’s List Member saracohenins@gmail.com
“Had to remind you all of the best seamstress ever. I went to her again today with lots of odds and ends (basically things I’m too lazy to fix or have no clue how to do!)  It’s so worth it to fix things up and not go run out and pay a ton of money OR buy new stuff just because of a small pull, broken zipper, too long, too short, ripped seam, too tight etc. ANGELICA! She works out of her house and most items are between $3.50 and $4.50! She’s at Lindley and Sherman Way and is worth the drive for any project, no matter where you live. Also she usually fixes things within one day (almost too fast if you ask me!) and is the nicest nicest nicest lady you will ever meet! Tell her Sara Cohen sent you!”
Angelica: 818-344-3789

American Red Cross Lifeguard with CPR and First Aid
Dec. 21st-23rd and class 2 Dec. 28th-30th.
Classes are each 3 days – $250.00 includes classes, all materials and certificate at completion. Please email h2ocoach02@aol.com for more info and to register.

Gentle Barn Winter Wonderland
Sunday, Dec. 19th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Support the rescued animals and violence prevention program. Activities include sled rides and play in real snow, food, holiday gifts, music and more.
15825 Sierra Highway in Canyon Country, 91390
(661) 252-2440
http://gentlebarn.org/

Jamie Rauchwarger is available for a full or part time live out nanny position
She is 24 years old and has been a nanny for 4 years. Jamie has her AA and has 1 yr left to completed her bachelors. She has car, is lifeguard, cpr and first aid certified. She currently is living in Oregon, however is from LA and would love to move back. She has wonderful references. You can contact her at 818-621-4360 or email coachj12@gmail.com.

Volunteer and Save?!?
Kahoot is an organization that converts time spent volunteering into valuable discounts on goods and services. Plastic surgeon and Jen’s list member, Dr. Jennifer Keagle, has just joined (and is the first in California). For every hour you volunteer, you will receive $20 discount on all services at her Downtown LA office. Pick your favorite non-profit, get them to easily enroll and print out your certificate. Visit www.kahoot.org or call 213-250-1300 for more info.
www.drkeagle.com

Business Cards, Post Cards, Banners, Photography Services, &  Web Building for any business or professional
From Physicians to Stylists, Manicurists to Contractors. All starting at $10.
www.anthonysbusinesscarddesigns.com

L.A. Lawyers Philharmonic Holiday Concert
Sunday, December 19th from 7-9 p.m.
Actress JUNE LOCKHART will emcee the program that will feature music from MOZART to MY FAIR LADY, from the HALLELUJAH CHORUS with the GWEN WYATT CHORALE to Khachaturian’s fiery SABRE DANCE and from beautiful PUCCINI arias to traditional CHRISTMAS CAROLS. Justice Steve Perren will be the featured soloist on O SOLE MIO. And the evening will include the world premiere of a delightful piece, THE RURITANIAN DANCES by George Palmer, Justice of the Supreme Court, Sydney, Australia.
TICKETS: $15 general admission; $10 for students and seniors (65 +). For more information including reservations, visit www.LALawyersPhil.org. FREE PARKING is available on the adjacent church lots.
Wilshire United Methodist Church
4350 Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles

The Twitten
These unique two-handed mitten allows couples to hold hands & keep snug and warm inside. Pairs also can come with single mittens for their free hands; and hats. There’s even a texting version whose top is flapped so users can stick their fingers and/or thumbs out to operate their smartphones. The hand-knit Twitten Holiday 2010-11 collection includes yarns made from both natural fibers and acrylics, in both solid colors and stripes. The eco friendly Twittens, are all fair trade and handmade in Peru by artisans whose work supports and sustains traditional communities.The Twitten donates 20% of all its profits to the Bodhi Fund, which was created to support New Mexico families whose children are in desperate need of out-of-state cancer treatment.
http://www.thetwitten.com/

Little Artist Party at The Yellow Balloon
Monday, December 20th, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Join in for some fun-filled holiday arts and crafts activities, mini arcade, popcorn, cotton candy, toy surprise, music, juice and snacks. Children may select from any of the holiday crafts to paint and decorate and take home to keep or to give as gifts. The cost of the crafts will vary from $3-$5 depending on project. After crafty fun time, your child can get a haircut for $20 ($5 discount off the regular price of $25). RSVP on facebook to get a $5 discount off your child’s haircut at The Yellow Balloon.
www.littleartistparty.com
www.theyellowballoon.com

The Perfect Gift
Giving baking classes for the holidays is the gift that keeps on giving! Available in 1 to 4 class increments and mailed to you immediately, these gift certificates are sure to sweeten up the holidays.
http://gourmandisedesserts.com/gift.php

Girlfriends AGAINST Cancer
A ‘non-profit” group whose members and donors are commited to raising awareness about cancer. Through fundraising efforts and the support of volunteers, they provide assistance to families whose loved ones have been effected by cancer. They are looking for someone who might be able to help expand the group to a Non Profit Organization.
www.facebook.com/pages/Girlfriends-AGAINST-Cancer/

Teen Coaching One-On-One: Does Your Teen Need Extra Help?
“During my early adolescent years when life could seem impossible and confusing, particularly when families go through difficult times, she was there as a positive reinforcement, always encouraging me to have confidence in myself and to  set goals and push forward. Its often easy for kids to lose themselves and lose sight of where they are going but Paula’s gift of understanding others, pinpointing and reinforcing people’s personal positive traits serves as a foundation to build on…..” M.M
www.thecoachadvantage.com

Seeking an assistant to help train women’s running/fitness team in Griffith Park to train for 5K to Half Marathon race
Must be available Saturdays from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. from January to April. Some experience with personal training and/or group fitness instruction. CPR certified. MUST be comfortable running up to 15 miles. Moms encouraged to apply. Contact Lucie at fitness_mama@yahoo.com with your information and experience.
www.momsinmotion.com

Charity Poker Tournament
Sunday, January 9th at 11 a.m.
Crowne Plaza at Commerce Casino
The “Straight A’s” Charity Poker Tournament has a prize purse of cash and gifts valued at more than $20,000 and a seat in the 2011 WPT Celebrity Invitational Tournament. A show of hands in the Texas Hold ‘Em fundraising tournament will benefit the International Baccalaureate program at Agoura High School, and anyone over the age of 21 is encouraged to join in.
www.ibpoker2011.com

Mystery Trip
The perfect, fully-customizable event for friends, co-workers, business and networking associates, wedding parties, summer interns, and even you and your nine wives. Mystery Trip can accommodate any size party and works with you to create a unique and memorable event. They have done tours of  historic landmarks and odd museums,  meals at a socially-conscious restaurant and from gourmet food trucks, and have cheered on sumo wrestlers, roller derby chicks and demolition derby drivers. It’s completely up to you what they do. The best part is no two trips are ever the same! Come in and explore the site and find out why people are saying Mystery Trip is the most fun thing to do in LA and rates it 5-stars!
http://mysterytripla.com/

POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Licensed Psychologist
Position full-time to provide 1) training and oversight with DMH documentation, 2) clinical supervision for some staff, 3) supervision/training for pre-doctoral interns (including psychological assessment administration and report writing), 4) and some direct service in outpatient clinic primarily serving SED children/adolescents and their families. Experience with CMHC, DMH documentation requirements, SED children/teens, psychological testing experience with children/teens, and goal-oriented/family-centered treatment approach required. Candidate for this position must be licensed as a psychologist in CA. The Child & Family Center is 20 min from mid-SFV, emphasizes quality treatment, provides competitive salaries, & has excellent benefits. Send vitas: HR Dept, C&FC, P.O. Box 801330, Santa Clarita, CA 91380-1330; or Fax: (661) 362-1030; or email: HR@childfamilycenter.org.
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ASSISTANT OUTPATIENT & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR
The CHILD & FAMILY CENTER has a full time position available to assist the Outpatient & Community Services Department Director in supervising and directing programs and services for a CMHC primarily serving children/teens and families. CA MH License is required with a minimum of 5 years post licensure experience. CMHC, LACDMH contracted services, and program management experience is also required. The Center is 20 min from mid-SFV and opposite to traffic.  It emphasizes quality services, provides competitive salaries, and has excellent benefits. Send vitas to C&FC; HR Dept; PO Box 801330; Santa Clarita, CA 91380-1330 or hr@childfamilycenter.org or fax (661) 362-1030.

Tired of Driving a Lemon?
You may be entitled to a new vehicle or your money back if the new or used car, truck, van, suv, rv, motorcycle or boat which you purchased or leased has been in for repair repeatedly and still isn’t fixed. You have nothing to lose but your lemon. No cost to you. Call the Law Offices of Elizabeth Delevie Agmon at 818-344-7022 for a free consultation.
www.lemoncarlawyer.com

Peanut Butter Cookies with Ketchup(?!)
Let the kids help.  Can’t wait until they come out of the oven!
http://www.heinzketchup.com/RecipeDetail.aspx?id=61

Beth Hillel Day School
A community Jewish Day School affiliated with the Reform Movement, (transitional kindergarten through Grade 6), focuses on individual learners and offers an experience rich in critical thinking, hands-on learning and creative problem solving. BHDS has small class sizes and no budget cuts. The academic program includes Singapore Math, Foss Science, Readers and Writers Workshop, Immersion Hebrew, Art, Physical Education and Music. After school enrichment programs include instrumental music, drama and fine art. The administrators and classroom teachers are experienced educators with distinguished backgrounds. Parents and children have a strong sense of community in which you and your child will be known, supported and valued. If you would like more information, or wish to schedule a tour, please contact Betsy Abramsohn at 818-763-9148 ext. 144 or babramsohn@tbhla.org.
www.tbhla.org

Gerard’s Guitars
Free guitar with four (4) one (1) hour paid lessons (that may be split into 8 half-hours). Credentialed teachers with Child Development and Music degrees.  Guitar, ukelele, bass, mandolin, violin and keyboard lessons. Private one-on-one lessons. Vintage gallery, new and used, collectibles, repairs. 
19641 Ventura Boulevard in Tarzana
818-344-8482
www.gerardsguitars.com

San Fernando New and Expecting Parents Meetup
A free parenting group for any parent who is expecting, has a newborn, baby, toddler or preschooler between the ages of 0 to 3 years. The goal of this group is to establish a network of moms and dads to share advice, friendships, activities and events. They plan outings all over the valley to meet up for free classes, walking, crafts, play groups and fun. Feel free to join the group, there’s a good chance you will make lasting friendships there.
www.meetup.com/sanfernandovalleyparents/

Give the gift of interior design services!
Gift certificates are available in hourly increments for onsite interior design consultations or services. Can be used for anything from a paint color consultation to space planning ideas, to remodeling feedback on a kitchen/bathroom renovation, or just general design advice and feedback. Ideal as a gift for a colleague, family member, friend, business owner or anyone who would like the gift of interior design! Can be purchased in increments of 1hr/$75/hr and purchased via PayPal/gift certificate sent by email for fast processing/last minute gift purchases. Please email for details (& portfolio work): JSInteriorDes@aol.com.

Children’s Theatre & Improv
All children ages 6 – 15 are invited to join the Agoura Children’s Theatre, Est. 1984. Theatre and Improvisation Classes are offered after school and weekends. Children receive individual attention, learn about theatre, acting and teamwork and paint sets and design their costumes. They also play improvisational games from the Groundlings. All activities are designed to build self-confidence and self esteem. Small class sizes-Limited Space Available. CALL 818-225-1459 for reserve a spot in ACT.
www.agourachildrenstheatre.com

Moms can dance too!
Bellydancer Moms is a wonderful way for you meet other moms, to get in shape by dancing, and have fun with your children. Kids Playtime Club – go to the park with kids of any age. You can share stories, ideas, experiences, etc. Plus, Bellydance Moms Night out and Private Haflas. This group is open to both working mothers and stay-at-home moms that want to meet up on the weekends. Next group meetup January 8, 2011.
http://www.meetup.com/BellydancerMoms/

Grandparenting Blog
As 2010 comes to a close, here are some resolutions for the New Year…
http://grandparentingplus.blogspot.com/

Steak and barley stew with spinach
Hearty, healthy, and delicious for wintertime.
http://www.oregonlive.com/foodday/index.ssf/2010/11/

Less is More
Get those end of the year donations in now. Stacy can help you sort through your clutter and facilitate your donations so you can get them in before the end of the year.  If you haven’t worn it, used it or thought about it in over a year, it’s time to pass it on. Check out www.closetevolution.com to see all the fabulous home organizing services that are available. Mention Jen’s List for a free consultation and 10% off your service.
818-620-2420

Stanley Silver
There’s something so intangibly rewarding about owning a great piece of art that inspires, delights, captures truth…and ties the living room together so nicely. AloCapturing the attention of George Clooney, Courteney Cox Arquette and Jerry West, Silver now offers Gilt City members the ideal gift (or maybe even a splurge on yourself): a one-of-a-kind signed print and opportunity to meet Stanley Silver himself. You’re going to want to show this one off.
http://www.giltcity.com/los-angeles/stanleysilver

Special Offers from Murad Inclusive Health Spa for Jen’s List Readers
The Murad Inclusive Health Spa is offering two holiday promotions for Jen’s List readers to help make this season special.
Spa Gift Card for Them and Rewards for You!
Give a spa gift card to someone special this holiday season and receive spa rewards that you can apply toward your own Signature Service.  Give the gift of:
· $150 or more and receive $50 in Murad Rewards
· $300 or more and receive $100 in Murad Rewards
Bring a friend to the Murad Inclusive Health Spa Monday through Wednesday in December and you’ll each save 25% on any Murad Signature Service and 25% on product purchased the same day as the services.  The Murad Signature Services include the world famous Murad Signature Massage, the IP5 Illuminating Peel, the Firm and Tone Body Treatment and other cutting edge, scientifically proven treatments designed by Dr. Murad to deliver visible results. All treatments are performed by a licensed esthetician who receives ongoing training and education from Dr. Murad. You can see the whole list of services at http://muradspa.com/. Call 310/726-0470 to book an appointment for either offer. Don’t forget to use the codeword INCLUSIVE to qualify for this offer.

Tiny Houses: English Cottages
Debra Apolinar Rodriguez, known for her amazing handcarved heirloom collection of Architectural Sculpting of unique homes around the nation. And yes, she will actually hand carve, handpaint, and high fire to create a rare heirloom piece of your favorite home current or past. Apolinar Collection pieces currently adorn some of the most exquisite estates throughout California. Debra now provides the same artistic approach to her unique line of Outdoor Cottages and Off the Grid Housing as well.
www.homesculptures.com

Help for the Family – CE Group
What was not-so great about your family holiday? Want a loving and fun family life for 2011? Coaching Excellence now offers a Family Tune-up special for $1,100. 8 meetings split between parents and family. The Family Coaching Tune-up is a positive, non-therapeutic way to address challenges and set individual and family goals. Call (818) 674-1229 to find out if coaching can work for your family.  The first call is always free. What do you want, mom and dad? Go get it with the professionals at CE Group. Offer only available to the first 10 families in January 2010.
www.coachingexcellencegroup.com

In YOUR home hairstyling service
Holiday parties have you frazzled? Get SALON hair without leaving the comfort of your home (or paying a sitter)! Experienced hair stylist Suzanne will come to YOU and give you a professional Salon style blow-out for only $35! Get a group together and it is only $30 each! Other in-home services available too (make-up, color, cut, etc. ), but be sure and call Suzanne today to schedule your time before she’s all booked up!  Call: 209-5HAIR85(209-542-4785). PS. Make it a party! Professional Mixologist (bartender) available too; only $25 an hour!

Wedding Officiant
Would you like your wedding ceremony to be lightly spiritual, yet refreshingly different from traditional religious ceremonies? Then this is the perfect option. Reverend Leslie Oliver, licensed and ordained Minister for over 16 years to perform weddings in all 50 states, will be honored to perform your wedding ceremony with custom written vows and just the way you’d like it. Indoors, outdoors, beaches, parks, elegant restaurants, hotels or your own home. Email CeremoniesbyRevLeslie@gmail.com.

21″ Avarus Rims with Toyo Tires For Sale
The perfect present for a car buff. They were an SUV with less than 5K miles on them. In perfect condition. Purchased for over $2000 (have receipts), asking $750 OBO for everything. Contact Emily at watsonemily@hotmail.com for pictures or questions.