Sunday January 2, 2010

Sweet Harts, you’re favorite local sweet shop, is now offering daily PLAY DATES
Play Dates are public events, available in one hour time slots from Monday through Friday. Each Play Date is $16 per hour, geared toward a specific age group, and includes free Frozen Yogurt for kids and coffee for adults. It’s the perfect place for parents and care takers to relax while children play with new and old friends. No stress, no mess, just fun! The January Calendar and full description of each Play Date are available at www.sweethartssweets.com. Call (818) 788-5004 or email sweethartssweets@gmail.com to RSVP.

 

Momologie
A daily newsletter for moms packed with fresh ideas and inspiration for family life.
http://www.momologie.com/
 

 

Press Don’t Panic Audio Alert
Allows the wearer to record a personal message containing emergency procedure and/or essential medical information, in any language. This can then be played back whenever the wearer requires assistance. Playback can be initiated by the wearer or by those offering assistance.
www.pressdontpanic.com

 

CALLING ALL MOTHER & BABY PROFESSIONALS…
The next meeting of THE MOTHERHOOD CONSORTIUM will be held Friday, January 7th from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Braemar Country Club in Tarzana. Following time to mingle, the topic is Push Harder! The inside story from the ones who do it every day, Labor & Delivery Nurses -featuring a panel of Registered Nurses from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. If you would like to attend, email cdore@postpartumhealth.com to receive an invitation and be added to the mailing list.

 

GroupMe makes life easy for you and your groups
It’s your real-life network, in your pocket.
www.groupme.com

 

Hollywood’s legendary El Capitan Theatre presents DISNEY PIPES AND POPS
A magical musical celebration of Disney films and their music with the award winning Rob Richards at the Mighty Wurlitzer Pipe Organ and featuring American new gospel pianist Alex-Zsolt, on Saturday January 15th at 10:00am. Rob Richards will accompany the classic silent Mickey Mouse cartoons “Plane Crazy” and “Galloping Gaucho” on the Mighty Wurlitzer Pipe Organ, allowing El Capitan guests to experience these films in the way they were originally presented. Tickets can be purchased at the El Capitan box office (6838 Hollywood Blvd.) online at www.elcapitantickets.com, or by calling 1-800-DISNEY6. Special group rate tickets for parties of 20 or more are available by calling 1-818-845-3110.

 

Some 2010 chapter book recommendations for grades 3 – 7
http://beavertoncitylibrarykids.blogspot.com/search/

 

Moment Garden
A collection of precious moments saved, organized and shared privately with the people who matter most in your life.
www.momentgarden.com

 

Members NEED Leads – Can you help?
Looking for a sibling prep course for toddlers in the LA or SFV area. Email Poinsettiagirl@gmail.com.
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Looking for a certified BMW mechanic not affiliated with a dealership in the Calabasas/Agoura/Oak Park/ Thousand Oaks area. Email knmaddy@pacbell.net.
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New children’s book author looking for a publisher for her first picture book. It’s about a 6 year old boy and his friends. Email drgibsonpaul@yahoo.com.
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Looking for female college student, 20-25, to rent 1 room in a 3 bedroom house, $600/month OBO. In good area; Encino: Lindley Avenue, 1 block south of Ventura Blvd. Call Janet at 818-996-1131 or 818-694-9796.
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Looking for a photographer to photograph a kids b-day party 1/9/11 for a couple hours. Willing to pay a fee as well as you can use some photos for your portfolio. Email wldchld76@aol.com.
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Inquiring about nursing homes for elderly friend (difficulty getting around, possible mini-strokes, loss of memory) in the Westlake/Thousand Oaks/Calabasas/Woodland Hills area (between Hampshire and De Soto exits off of 101). Looking for both GOOD and BAD experiences. Any help making this difficult decision appreciated! Email LarsonMolly@hotmail.com.
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Looking for someone to convert a cassette tape into a MP3 or similar audio file. Email JoannaBelson@yahoo.com.
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Looking for a Mammoth condo rental that is kid friendly and close to the village. Needs to sleep 4 – 6. Email JoannaBelson@yahoo.com.
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Looking for agents and/or professional agencies in the LA area for acting jobs. Email HAIRSTYLES4U2@YAHOO.COM.
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Looking for a refrigerator in very good condition. Stainless or light color. Will pick up. Email gableser@ca.rr.com.

 

Make your own fortune cookies with your kids
For birthdays, special occasions. Create your own messages (ideas: destinations in a scavenger hunt, white elephant exchange, in lieu of a personalized coupon book).
http://www.cookingwithmykid.com/desserts/

 

Experiences of ADHD-Labeled Kids Who Switch from Conventional Schooling to Homeschooling or Unschooling
http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/freedom-learn/201009/experiences-adhd-labeled-kids-who-switch-conventional-schooling-homeschool

 

PINT SIZE SOCIAL
A new online magazine, where style meets substance for babies, children, And of course, their trendsetting parents. PINT SIZE SOCIAL, a free online magazine and website, delivers a weekly newsletter to subscribers’ inboxes every Wednesday; Offering exclusive access to the hottest product and style must-haves, places to go, reliable resources, and more for the whole family. Check out the PINT SIZE PERKS – coupons, deals and freebies from well-known brands.
www.pintsizesocial.com

 

Autism Partnership
Attention Parents and Educators “Want to be impactful at your Child’s/Students IEP?” Want to learn good Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)?  Is your Child/Student having trouble Eating, Sleeping and Toileting? Come to Autism Partnerships workshops and learn from the experts and leave with practical tools you can use.  Formed in 1994, Drs. McEachin and Leaf formed Autism Partnership to meet the tremendous need for comprehensive services to families with autistic children. Building upon the successful foundation used while at UCLA, they developed a model to make services widely available. Years of continued experience, refinement and acceptance of practical realities have resulted in a full service agency with flexible treatment plans for children, adolescents and adults.
www.autismpartnership.com

 

Bargains LA
The premiere bargain hunting, bargain shopping, sample sale & warehouse sale guide for Southern California.
http://www.bargainsla.com/

 

Kids Rooms Can Grow & Change With Them
L.A.- based interior designer, Julie Goldman, was surprised to find a giant gap in the home furnishings’ market when she set out to decorate clients’ children’s rooms. Her first collection, KALEIDOSCOPE offers whimsical one of a kind headboards and beds outfitted with interchangeable slipcover components in vibrant to-the-trade-only textiles.  The result? A  stylish, flexible and durable way to have your kids’ rooms grow and change as they do.
www.jlatter.com

 

OLIVE U
The cottons are great and the styles are adorable. Men’s, women’s and children’s sweats and tees. The exclusive line not available in stores featuring everyone’s favorite “Peace” Collection.
www.OliveU.com

 

The “ADHD Personality”: Its Cognitive, Biological, and Evolutionary Foundations
http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/freedom-learn/

 

Custom Made Wooden Playhouses
Gigi makes wooden playhouses the way you want. Custom Made Playhouses where you choose the size, color, flooring, etc.  Call 951-288-4539 or visit www.gigisplayhouses.com for more info.

 

Lucky You Resale
It has the hippest and most current clothing and accessories for UNBEATABLE prices. They know that in these difficult economic times that buying those high end items just isn’t as easy as it use to be. At Lucky You Resale you can still have those amazing treasures for more than 75% off the retail price.
818-985-1115
12441 Magnolia Blvd. in Valley Village
www.luckyyouresale.com

 

For kids “on the Move and in the Groove”
Jam On Baby’s signature padded knee crawling pants and leggings that help benefit infants’ physical and cognitive development.
www.JamOnBaby.com

 

Recycle Used Running Shoes – Good for the Environment
http://www.recycledrunners.com

 

Escape from the uninspired weeknight meals and the angst that comes with menu planning and routine grocery shopping!
Relish offers the plan and all of the tools needed to get healthy, fresh and quick dinners on the table every night. Relish! makes a wonderful gift that keeps giving back every night.
www.RelishRelish.com

 

Family Center for Behavioral Health
Jessica is a compassionate Marriage and Family Therapist Intern working in private practice in Calabasas. She is experienced in working with Children, Adolescents, Couples, Families and Individuals on a myriad of issues. Jessica provides a safe environment to explore stressors and help clients resolve issues. There is no better time to work on yourself and your family for a healthier, happier 2011. Jessica is offering a significant discount on her fee. Call (818)216-4465.
www.familycenterforbehavioralhealth.com

 

10 Best iPhone Apps for Pre-Readers
http://www.babble.com/products/toddler-products/

 

BABY-CDEFG Custom Baby-naming Certificates
The perfect way to commemorate the beginning of a new chapter in a family’s history! Each adorable certificate is personalized with baby’s name, parents’ names, birthday and birthplace, and is adorned with colorful and playful hand-drawn pictures that will brighten up any nursery or child’s room! For Jewish babies, a Hebrew name can be added as well. Available in a different design for every letter of the alphabet, and in five color variations, these charming pieces make the ideal one-of-a-kind gift for the parents of a newborn, or for an expectant parent.
www.robertsaslowdesign.com

 

TecNeTronix – Your Solution Center
Provides On-Site Computer & Electronic Technical Support in your home or business. Tune-ups, security & performance. New PC’s, Set-up & Installation, Data Back-up, Storage & Transfer, Internet & WIFI. Entertainment Systems, Home Theater & Flat Screen Installation and VOIP. Same day service, scheduled by 11am. Emergency service available. Jen’s Subscribers, mention this ad, receive 15% off any services on TecNeTronix website: www.onsiteservicetech.com.
818.627.1252
www.tecnetronix.com

 

Valley Kids Consignment Sale
Feb.24-27th, 2011
It is open to the public & free! They offer a great way to earn extra cash & recycle your children’s clothing, toys & more. They will have unbelievable deals on thousands of gently used, high-end designer & new items! For more information visit their site at www.valleykidsconsignment.com.

 

Contraction Timer app
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/contraction-master/

 

Randi Marie Photography is currently updating her portfolio and is offering her services free of charge!
What is she looking for? Simple, sweet & beautiful newborn’s. Normally, her sitting fee is $350 an hour but this once in a lifetime opportunity is giving away heirloom quality portraits in exchange for portfolio work.  She does all of her work in the comfort of your home so no need to fret about leaving home. Baby needs to be 1-15 days old, they are most flexible and sleepy during this time.
www.RandiMariePhotography.com

 

 

The Center for Conscious Relationships
Offers several different workshops, specifically targeted toward Couples, Individuals and Parents, and available at our home base in the Ojai – Santa Barbara and Central California areas. We also offer workshops at other locations around Southern California, including the Los Angeles and San Diego areas and Northern California, including San Jose, Marin and Mendocino Counties.
www.relationship-coaches.com

 

CAR TROUBLES?  NEED A MECHANIC? 
Highly recommended by Jens List member awlegal@acninc.net
“Don’t leave your own home or office, LIFE SAVER MOBILE AUTO will come to you. Jarred is punctual, professional, knowledgeable, fair and most of all honest. He has worked on our cars 3 separate times and we have been completely satisfied. Thinking of buying a used car, Jarred will check it out for you.  He does all the work at your location. He will buy the parts/supplies needed or you can go with him. It is hard to find a fair and honest mechanic but this is a guy we trust. Call 818-326-4838 for the auto service that comes to you.”

 

Sell or Donate Your Books to Better World Books!
http://www.betterworldbooks.com/buyback.aspx

 

Trip Advisor
www.tripadvisor.com
Free resource for anyone planning a trip who wants to know about a hotel, restaurant, etc. 

 

Are you thinking about filing for bankruptcy?
Don’t let the process overwhelm you. Whether you have thousands of dollars in credit card debt, an impending foreclosure, or other debts, they can help! They assist individuals and small businesses restructure their debt and guide them through the bankruptcy process. The attorneys at Brownstein & Brownstein, LLP specialize in Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy. Call (818) 905-0000 or email lsb@brownsteinllp.com to set up a consultation.
www.brownsteinllp.com

 

David Miller Studios offers on location family portrait and event photography services
Call 323-770-3697 for more information on Print Package Specials for Family and Kids Portraiture as well as events both seasonally and year round.
www.millerfolio.com