Monday January 10, 2011

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Today in history
– The world’s first underground passenger railway system opens in London, England, 1863
– League of Nations instituted, 1920
– First meeting of the United Nations, 1946
– AOL-Time Warner formed, 2000
http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/gusher-signals-start-of-us-oil-industry

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.
“LANGUAGE/VOCABULARY” DEVELOPMENTAL SKILL DEFINITION: developing communications skills; articulating thoughts, feelings, needs; speaking, listening, reading, comprehending, writing, and spelling. The Critical Window during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for “LANGUAGE/VOCABULARY” development is broken into 3 areas:
— NATIVE LANGUAGE, RECOGNITION OF SPEECH: birth to 5 years
— SECOND LANGUAGE: birth to 10 years
— VOCABULARY: 2 years through adult
The more opportunity children have for positive language/vocabulary experiences during these critical periods, the more efficiently their brains will work over the long run.
A FEW DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING TOOLS (toys and other objects) for Language/Vocabulary development: · puppets · talking teddy bears or other stuffed animals · books, books, books · sing-along tapes/CDs· tapes and games for listening/phonics skills · homemade books · writing activities · creativity kits · reading software
Some general Language/Vocabulary tidbits:
· THE ABILITY to understand spoken language and express one’s thoughts, feelings and needs are skills that start to develop as early as babbling.  By mimicking and emulating adults, children develop more complicated language skills. 
· LATER ON, the use of language is more fully expressed through reading, writing, math, spelling and other academic subjects.  The ability to communicate and articulate thoughts becomes increasingly significant as children begin to make new relationships and explore their own personalities.
· WHEN articulation and sophistication in language finally become a match for thoughts, offer toys that feed the desires to babble, listen, read and express – the beginnings of literacy.
· LISTEN TO, talk to and read to children.  Expose them to books with irresistible illustrations, lively patterned language, humor and memorable stories and poems. (The developing brain likes the lilt and rhythm of poetry).
Next week – “Language/Vocabulary: Native Language, Recognition of Speech”
Any ?s  msmarm@roadrunner.com

50% Off Lift Ticket at Mt. Baldy Ski Lifts
What’s the silver lining in all these recent rainclouds? A blanket of fresh snow just an hour away! Hidden in plain sight, Mt. Baldy may well be Southern California’s best kept secret. Mt. Baldy offers 26 runs spanning three mountains and is perfect for all levels of skiing and boarding. Enjoy a piece of this wintry paradise with one adult or teenager lift ticket for only $32, half off the regular peak price of $64. And kids 12 and under ride the lift anytime for only $29. Best of all, you can purchase an unlimited number of half-off vouchers with this deal, so bring the whole family, grab some friends and come out for the fun! 
http://www.familyfinds.com/jenslist

Movers and Shakers Winter Semester and Free Demos!
A really special Mommy and me early childhood music program geared for kids 0-4. Cathy is an amazing teacher- passionate about great music that both you and the kids will love, presents songs in such fun and creative ways and has an infectious energy that carries well beyond class time. Classes in Sherman Oaks and Noho. Free Demos: Lollipop Dream: Mon., Jan. 17th at 10:45 and Thurs., Jan. 20th at 9:45.
$160/child + $96/sibling over 9 mo. for 10-week winter session. $10 discount for Jen’s list subscribers!
www.littlemoversandshakers.com

Voice Coach/Artist Development/Bar~Bat Mitzvah Training/ Songwriting/Arranging/Beginning Piano
Tammy Dekel has been teaching singing for the past 17 years and has a passion to bring out the best in others! From the first lesson, Tammy’s students learn techniques that improve their voices, inspire them and that they can already apply! Tammy teaches all styles, including Pop, R&B, Rock, Opera and Broadway! She focuses on teaching with positive reinforcement, while increasing range, power, performance and confidence! Tammy is a singer/songwriter/producer and has a recording studio at her home, where she produces demos of her student’s and her own original music. She also teaches how to complete a song format from melody and lyrical ideas. Fluent in Hebrew, Tammy trains Bar/Bat Mitzvah students, working on reading, accenting correctly, melodies, projection and confidence! For further information, please contact Tammy at 818-822-7228 or email her at tammydek@gmail.com. Located in West Hills.

PLEASE (with sugar on top!) Vote for Jen’s List!
No need to log in or anything! Only takes 2 seconds – Just go to: http://www.babble.com/babble-50/mommy-bloggers/nominate-a-blogger/ and click “Like” next to “Jen’s List”. And, if you’ve already voted – THANK YOU VERY MUCH!

Having a School Event? Temple or Church Carnival? Want a free Moon Bounce or Rock Wall?
Then email eanderson@sierracanyonschool.org for more info!

DOES YOUR CHILD NEED TESTING?
Many parents ask this exact question on a daily basis. Often they are referred by a school administrator or teacher to have their child tested. However, they have not been told what kind of testing is necessary and by whom. Consequently, it is often a confusing and frustrating process that leads to a delay in the student not receiving necessary accommodations and interventions. Therefore, Dr. Stein provide parents with a free 30 minute phone consultation to answer their questions and to clarify the various options that are available. You can call 818-789-5035 or email Mark@steinpsych.com for more info. You may also visit www.steinpsych.com.

Talk To a Top Beverly Hills Doctor for Free – As Seen On Dr. Phil!
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Team Mom Tee’s are a sparkly way to show off family spirit!
I have one and LOVE it! Shirt comes with “Team” in Silver, family name in your choice of sparkly color, and team number (number of family members) on the back in your choice of color. Add hearts to flank “Team” at no extra charge! All tee’s are oatmeal color with sleeve choice of Black, Red or Green. This custom order takes 4-6 weeks to ship and is non-returnable. Please provide your email address at checkout so we can contact you for all personalization.
http://shoptoughcookies.com/team-mom-tee

Shirley’s Home Tutoring!
She has a Masters Degree in Elementary Education and 30 years in the classroom…a former teacher from Oakwood Elementary, Sierra Canyon, and Castlemont. She has also taught in the Los Angeles School District and the Las Virgenes District and offers one on one instruction in a home environment, Monday through Friday. Shirley introduces, reinforces, remediates, and enriches concepts and skills taught in Kindergarten through 5th grade. She specializes in reading, language arts, and math. She is located on Vanowen Street in West Hills. Amazing references! For more information call 818-999-4339 or email Mustari16@aol.com.

LAUREL HALL CAMPUS TOUR FOR PROSPECTIVE FAMILIES
There will be a prospective family campus tour on Wednesday, 1/12 for “new” families interested in attending Laurel Hall for the 2011-2012 school year. Please RSVP to Sonny Southworth at (818) 763-5434 ext. # 118.

The Treehouse Social Club
Tuesday, January 11th at 11 am
Free Language Learning for ALL ages sponsored by Little Pim. Live music, snacks, stories and more!
Wednesday January 12th at 10 am
Soccer Shots class starts –  2.5 years and up ($90 for 5 week session) – Coordination, exercise, sharing and fun.  Thursday January 13th, 11 am
Rock Stars in Training Music Class newborns and up. $5 for new students, $15 for returning (usually $22).
Monday, January 17th MLK
Crafts, music & more. $50 off bday parties if booked in Jan.!
www.thetreehousesocialclub.com

Wild Flower Live Jazz Music
Jazzmasters wiil appear at The Wild Flower Castle January 13th at 7pm
Musicians lineup: Dean Roubicek on sax, flute and clarinet, Ron Hershewe on guitar,Jeff Takiguchi on Bass,Mel Lee on drums,Igor Khramov on trombone. THIS GROUP’S BAND MEMBERS PLAY WITH MAJOR ACTS ALL OVER UNITED STATES AND AROUND THE WORLD. This is also Russian Old New Year Celebration with DJ Dive.
8300 Tampa Ave. in Northridge
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If Your Business Needs More Customers, You Won’t Want to Miss This Event
Today, Monday, January 10th at 7 p.m.
Google is constantly making updates and changes to stay ahead of the search engine game. This is all about their latest updates to help local businesses and services and how to use it. Google has created a great new way to market your business locally and as usual doesn’t make big announcements. Come learn how to market your businesses with Google’s free new tools.
www.meetup.com/Small-Business-Marketing-Boot-Camp/

Rudeness is a neurotoxin
American rudeness as it relates to scientific research and knowledge about the development of the human brain.  Good article.  Worth reading.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-douglas-fields/rudeness-is-a-neurotoxin_b_765908.html

ArtBites
Founded by art historian and trained chef Maite Gomez Rejón, provides enjoyment of art and food through the unique combination of history and culinary
classes.  The mission at ArtBites is to satisfy the senses of the young and young-at-heart by combining art and culinary history with fun, hands-on cooking
instruction in museum settings, at schools, or in the comfort of private homes. With classes ranging from reading a children’s food-inspired book and baking to
learning about a museum exhibit and cooking dishes from that time period, ArtBites provides a little something to engage and feed all souls.
www.artbites.net

2011 Yoga for Youngsters with Coach Cory
Classes beginning Friday, January 14th at the Body Sattvah Center Yoga Studio
1414 Thousand Oaks Boulevard
For walkers to kids 7 years of age from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m.
Shake, Groove and Pose through instruments, songs, dance, children & mommies will learn to implement Yoga in their daily lives. A
ll mats, instruments and materials will be provided. Only $15 per class. To register call (805) 497-0300 or email info@bodysattvah.com. Or, you can call Coach Cory directly for more information at (310) 963-7222.

January’s Session of the Free Parent Education Series
Thursday, January 13th, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Social Hall at Mars Academy
17730 Magnolia Boulevard in Encino
This month’s topic is “Quality Time: Understanding the importance of spending, and better understanding how to spend, quality time with your children!”.  This session will be beneficial to any and all parents – no RSVP is necessary for the session, but please spread the word and mark your calendars accordingly.  The program will start promptly and after the session ends, you are welcome and encouraged to continue the dialogue, or just come enjoy a great traditional Buddhist Chinese meal, at Garden Wok (6117 Reseda Boulevard in Tarzana) at 8 p.m. Garden Wok is sponsoring these Free Parent Education Sessions and donates 15% of the dinner bills on these nights back to help with the free education.  Come get a great meal and support a great cause.  You are welcome to attend the Education Session and/or the dinner this and other 2nd Thursdays, visit www.Perpend.org to find out more about these and other educational opportunities, as well as a vast array of other great programs for kids.

Low-Cost Mat Pilates: $40 for Six Tuesday Classes
Next session begins tomorrow,Tuesday, January 11th from 7 to 8 p.m.
Family Center at Prince of Peace Episcopal Church
5700 Rudnick Avenue in Woodland Hills
Amazing instructor is Emily Fabrocini, who has many years experience. Beginners are welcome. Email Kathy at kathy813@sbcglobal.net for additional information and to RSVP.

Best Selling Author and International Inspirational Speaker Mary Morrissey
Wed., Jan. 12th
First Tuesday LA is a women’s group dedicated to creating a sense of community amongst extraordinary women through social connectivity, professional networking and social service. Join them and come hear her share her amazing experience and wisdom.
http://conta.cc/gplDgF

Parent Education Night–“Creativity in the 21st Century: The Impact of Screen Time and Commercialism on Growing Minds”
Wed., Jan. 12th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Mariposa Elementary
6050 N. Calmfield Avenue in Agoura
This informative evening will help parents understand how screen time affects brain development, language and behavior.  Learn activities that promote creativity, problem solving, how marketing specifically targets children and play items that promote creative thinking. Suggested donation: $10 at the door.

Girls Guitar School in Encino and Sherman Oaks Locations
Beginning group guitar classes for girls. Girls Guitar School beginner guitar classes enrolling now. Eight-week session gives students an introduction to open and power chords, simple scales and all things rock! Material drawn primarily from female artists and songwriters. Limited space is available. Private instruction is also available.
(818) 903-7763
girlsguitarschool@gmail.com
www.girlsguitarschool.com

Certificate for 4 people to have reserved seats at the game show MINUTE TO WIN IT
At NBC studios valid for any of these dates, must be made 1 week in advance.
Jan 12,13,14,15, 24,25 or 26 also included 3 adult brand new minute to win it T-shirts and Minute To Win It card game.
$50 total. Email morganm1010@earthlink.net

JOSSIE THACKER RESPECT FOR ACTING CLASS
Private Coaching and Acting Classes. Classes available for ACTORS and NON-ACTORS! All ages. Sessions range from $100-$200.(Jen’s members $10 off).
www.jossiethackeractingclass.com

Childhood Sleepwalking
“Sleepwalking is very common among children with some kids having weekly or monthly episodes. It can run in families, too. It often comes and goes and usually tapers off as a child grows older, though some people continue sleepwalking into adulthood.”
http://blog.oregonlive.com/themombeat/2011/01/

Can I take my baby to a restaurant?
Blog and lots of comments.
http://www.chow.com/food-news/64682/can-i-take-my-baby-to-a-restaurant/?tag=wp_content;post-64682

Subtle Tones and Lexiewear Clothing After Holiday Sale
Tues., Jan. 11th from 11:00am- 3:00pm
Lexiewear Samples Remain All $20!
Subtle Tones From Santa Monica-Cashmere Below Retail Subtle Luxury Silks – Gorgeous Cashmere, Tees, Glam Vintage..
Can also be seen appointment at 818 571 6678 or samgandara2011@yahoo.com.
19701 Wells Dr. in Woodland Hills, 91364

L.A Mom Magazine recommended Family Events in January
http://mailer.lamommagazine.com/lists/lt.php?id=YUlWBQYBVVlND1VKUgdfVA%3D%3D

11 Step Program for those thinking of having kids
http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=488740192859&id=667655198

ABCMouse.com (geared toward kids ages 2-6) recently launched four interactive apps for the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch
– ABCMouse.com Search and Explore Series
– ABCmouse.com Aesop’s Fables Series
– ABCmouse.com Beginning Reader Series: Word Families
– ABCmouse.com Interactive Environment Series
www.abcmouse.com

Genius Natural Cures from the Kitchen
http://online.prevention.com/kitchencures/index.shtml

Claim Your Fame
This site is designed to discover, promote, critique, and enjoy creative talent. Build a fan club, book gigs, enter contests, and get the exposure you deserve.
www.taltopia.com

GYM SHORTZ
An animated webseries of fitness safety tips — with a little humor, of course.
www.GymShortz.com

Natural Head Lice removal
They will come to your home and treat you and your family to eliminate head lice. References available. Email info@myhairhelpers.com for more info.
www.myhairhelpers.com