Wednesday February 2, 2011

New camps for tweens in Santa Monica

Girls Get Real • Boys Only

Spaces still available in spring break sessions that offer age-appropriate fun for 9-12 year-olds, while giving them a strong foundation for the teen years. Week-long camps combine engaging activities with a perspective that builds self awareness and life skills to navigate the shifts ahead. Based on the latest research about child and adolescent development, each camp is tailored to the distinct needs of girls and boys.

GIRLS GET REAL offers a safe, playful environment where girls explore the tweens they are now and the adults they’ll become. Includes martial arts, yoga, arts & crafts and creating a book.

BOYS ONLY offers a high-energy week where boys develop social and emotional intelligence while they’re busy having fun. Includes martial arts, active sports & games, exploration and video game storyboarding.

Dates, details & registration at

www.uclacommons.com

or 310.395.5650. Early bird discount ends February 28! PLUS 10% DISCOUNT FOR JEN’S LIST READERS.

The UCLA Family Commons

1221 Second Street | Santa Monica

www.uclacommons.com

310.395.5650

Today in History
National League of baseball is founded, 1876
First Groundhog Day, 1887
http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/first-groundhog-day 
 
 
PLUM DISTICT – $49 for 1 Month Unlimited Classes from Group Interval Training – a $99 Value
Plum District is a new daily deal website just for moms – check it out! All deals are sourced by local moms themselves – so they offer discounts on great family focused businesses and services, not to mention services that are just for YOU! Today’s deal is a great local workout…..check it out!
http://www.plumdistrict.com/los_angeles_area/area/los_angeles 
 
 
$30 for Fresh Flower Delivery from BloomNation Flowers ($60 Value)
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Order your flowers now at half-off, and be assured that your sweetie will receive a bouquet February 14, keeping you out of the doghouse. BloomNation.com offers 59 bouquets at $60 or less, which means you can score one for $30. Even if you don’t use this voucher for Valentine’s Day, it doesn’t expire for a full year … so you can use it for birthdays, graduations, and holidays. When you need to say something special, say it with flowers from BloomNation.com.
http://www.familyfinds.com/
 
 
Why call College Hunks Hauling Junk for Junk removal?
*Collegiate, Friendly, Uniformed Professionals.
*They do ALL the labor, loading & recycling.
*Up-front, all inclusive rates with no surprise charges.
*They recycle & donate over 90%.
*They services residential & commercial company.
800-JUNK-USA
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Divorce Detox – The Leader in Divorce Recovery
It has helped many Jen’s List readers get through the pain and confusion of separation and divorce. Their proven, proprietary programs are the fastest way to recover from divorce, guaranteed. Divorce Detox utilizes the most effective, empirically based treatments drawn from the fields of psychology, sociology, and the behavioral sciences. Divorce Detox provides symptom relief and relationship closure, while addressing the underlying pain and heartache of divorce, to insure long lasting divorce recovery. PPO Insurance Accepted.
Divorce Detox Center
212 Marine St. Suite 102 in Santa Monica, 90405
www.divorcedetox.com
888-456-7056
 
 
RECALLS
Infant teether-rattles
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AND
Toy tanks, cribs, swivel chairs
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Texas Hold’em Fundraiser – Benefiting Calabasas High School Baseball
Feb. 13th at 4:30 at the Calabasas Inn
Spread the word to the poker player in your life…great neighborhood tournament for charity. We all know funding has been cut to school sports programs, so this is for a good cause and will be a fun night. Sign up form is available at www.calabasasbaseball.net.
 
 Red Flags: Identifying Learning Disabilities
Feb. 8th, Tuesday, from 7 to 9 PM
The Frostig School will present a FREE program for parents who have concerns about their child’s academic progress.
971 N. Altadena Drive in Pasadena, 91107
Call 626-791-1255 or email center@frostig.org with any questions.
www.frostigschool.org
 
 
Team Karate Centers presents Wrong Women
Sat., Feb. 12th from 5:30-8:30pm
Wrong Woman is the first comprehensive intuitive self defense program designed BY a woman FOR all women, regardless of age, fitness level or risk factors. The energy filled Fundamental Course serves as an introduction to the idea of making yourself the Wrong Woman to be attacked, assaulted or taken advantage of! Call Sensei Linda at Little Ninjas Karate (818) 719-0205 or email LittleNinjasKarate@gmail.com to register. Fee $65.00 per person
 
 
BEST SPORTS CLASSES AROUND FOR AGES 3-9
LA-Sports Kidz is celebrating 12 yrs of introducing children to the fundamentals skills for playing various sports while having FUN! Thousands of children have played with LA-Sports Kidz over the past twelve years and yours can too!! Classes are taught in a creative, non-competitive and fun environment at local parks throughout the greater Los Angeles area. The coaches bring all the equipment and supplies. Children receive a T-shirts, and award for participating. Both Boys and Girls are welcome to play! For a list of locations and class days and times please visits their website at www.la-sportskidz.com or contact Coach Akeim at 818-763-0304.
“HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by thousands of families”
 
 
Justin Bieber: Never Say Never – Mom Approved
Each and every mom has the most amazing kid in the world, but not every mom has a kid who is literally taking over the world – one heart, one concert stage at a time.
http://fansofbeingamom.com/1014/
 
 
For the Love of Libriti
In support of 5-year-old Libriti Greene and her family as she battles Leukemia, Beginning Thursday, February 3rd, Rituals Salon is offering a FREE color extension to anyone who comes in and donates $10. Girls and boys, young and old, can support in style! (Extensions available in a variety of colors, including the signature Libriti Purple!) One extension per $10 donation (no limit). Proceeds to assist with medical costs and insurance. Promotion kicks off with open house(refreshments served) Thursday, Feb 3rd from 5-7 pm… and runs through February 28th. Please call Rituals ahead to confirm spot at 661-799-9910.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/For-the-Love-of-Libriti/188442577832759?ref=ts#!/event.php?eid=186011764764039  
 
 
West Coast Counseling Center is looking for a reliable and organized Marketing Manager who specializes in Internet and Social Marketing
Must be web savvy – strong computer, internet skills, and HTML a plus. Must have experience with Search Engine Optimization (SEO), link building, affiliate marketing, blogging, Facebook, Twitter, and other social media. Must be able to manage, track, and report on traffic acquisitions. Must have excellent follow up skills. Please contact Michele@wcccla.com.
www.wcccla.com
 
 
AN ENGRAVED and PERSONALIZED  WISH LOCKET
From a large selection of designs you will find your chosen engraved locket, with your favorite design and a chain of your choice. And if you choose to, they can engrave a personalized dedication on the back for your love one. They can also customize a wish locket with your own design, just email in the pic and they will do the rest.
www.Wishlocket.com
818-274-7528
 
 
California Weekend Getaways
http://mailer.lamommagazine.com/lists/lt.php?id=YUlWCAUGVlhNB1MHHwZWWgU%3D 
 
 Topham Street Gym (the Valley’s only Green Gym!) is offering 3 FREE MONTHS of training!
Purchase 1 year and get 3 months absolutely FREE! Take unlimited classes, including ZUMBA, all year long with no EFT, no registration fee, just great classes at the best prices in town. All classes are limited to 8 participants and are taught by nationally certified Private Trainers. Offer good until 3/1/11. Call (818)881-8830 and mention Jen’s List.
www.tophamstreetgym.com
 
 
Balancing Motherhood – A Path to Greater Fulfillment & Joy
Mar 3rd – Apr 7th  – Six Thursdays  – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
An Inspiring Six Week Coaching Group for Mothers:  Are you feeling stressed & overcommitted? • Do you crave time for you, but feel guilty taking it? • Do you feel pulled in a million directions with family & career?
Re-balance, Rejuvenate & Reclaim your life as a mother. Join Life Coaches & parents, Margalit Ward & Monika Zands in an inspiring six week Motherhood Coaching Group.
You will gain in this dynamic group setting: How to use practical tools to transform your life  • Re-ignite your passion  • Balance career & family  • The wisdom & support of a wonderful group of women • Ways to listen and trust your inner wisdom  • Boost your energy and well-being • Move past old blocks that keep you feeling stuck & tired  • Improve relationships
Register or more info: http://bit.ly/MomBalance
FREE INTRO WORKSHOP – TUE Feb 8th | 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Register for FREE Intro:  http://balancewrksp.eventbrite.com/
Contact: Margalit Ward | 4mothers@getupgirl.org | 323.445.1661
 
 
Brandon’s Buddies
There is a free play date on Saturday, Feb. 5th from 11am-1pm at Brandon’s Village, a universally accessible playground in Calabasas located at 25801 Thousand Oaks Blvd. This play date is open to kids with and without disabilities. There will be arts and crafts, sports, face painting, snacks and lots of fun! For more information, please contact Dina @ (818)222-8118.
 
 
TV REPAIR LEAD
Recommended by Jens List members cantorbeth@sbcglobal.net and saraalefbet@yahoo.com
www.aaatvrepair.com
 
 
Ingenious purse hanger that keeps your purse off the ground
Simply clip it to your handbag strap and leave it there. Whenever you need to hang your bag, open either end of the Clipa. It instantly hooks onto table edges, chairs, doors, rails, and carts and holds your handbag securely. Holds up to 45lbs. Use it in restaurants, outdoor cafes, bars, restrooms, sporting events and more. Clipa is so convenient, one hand is all you need. The patented clip system closes automatically every time. Just “grab and go.”
http://www.clipa.us/
 
 
Scribble Press Furniture For Sale
Selling their beautiful handmade studio art desks, $150 each or $1200 for all ten. Email infola@scribblepress.com or call the store at (310) 899-0495 for more information.
 
 
Mac My Day
An Apple Macintosh service, sales, training company that comes to you. They make sure your home or office and work on your computers from power supply to a back-up solution. They can add more ram and memory, and a backup solution so all of your data is secured. Need a new Mac? They’ve got you covered too, and  also offer onsite training for Mac and iPad and more. They train from individuals to groups. Contact them, and see how they can help you.
www.macmyday.com
 
 
Are you the Next Rising Star?
Central Artists Talent Agency, a licensed agency in Los Angeles, California, is looking to sign talent for their newly created “Real People” division. People who have real professions, interesting characters with a unique skill or trade. Hedda Muskat, a two Time Emmy Award Winner from the Ellen DeGeneres Show, will be heading up the “Real People” & “Variety Act” division. 
(310) 413-2861
www.centralartists.com
 
 
Maidsparkle® Eco-Friendly Housecleaning Services
“Absolutely Love My Clean Home” Stephanie W., Beverly Hills
“In just 2 hours I got a sparkling clean home” Ann S., Woodland Hills
If you want your home cleaned with eco-friendly products by trained staff at affordable prices, then call Maidsparkle® Housecleaning Services in the greater Los Angeles area at (310) 477-8919 for a free quote. Mention Jen’s List and new customers get $20 off their first clean.
www.maidsparkle.com
 
 
Calling All Mother & Baby Professionals: The Next Meeting of The Motherhood Consortium
Friday, February 4th from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena 
Following time to mingle, the topic is An Overview of Women’s Reproductive Psychiatry: The Impact of Psychotropic Medications During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period by Dr. Emily Dossett. If you would like to attend, email cdore@postpartumhealth.com to receive an invitation and be added to the mailing list.
 
 
Logo Robotics for All Ages
Try Great Minds Robotics (on Ventura Boulevard in Encino) for a trial class and tour. Beautiful state of the art facility that is truly impressive. Really thoughtful curriculum for kids grades 1-12. They also have their own FLL team (First Lego League). Owned and operated by husband and wife Stan and Anna Khaykin (Stan is a professional computer software developer). You can build and program your own robot in about an hour. It’s engaging and exciting.
www.uildcoolrobots.com/index.php 
 
 
Creative Scrapbook Classes
Classes begin in February:
Wednesday, February 2nd from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturdays, February 5th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Sundays, February 6th from 1 to 3 p.m.
The best deal in Los Angeles! Four (4) Scrapbook classes for only $27. Learn to make memorable creative scrapbooks using the right tools, beautiful papers, objects and embellishments. Classes are taught by a certified scrapbook teacher and designer. Learn to make albums, shadow boxes and more from special events and cherished moments- and make beautiful gifts! Contact Steph at stph721@gmail.com for more info.
 
 
Window Dude
Dru Morgan, the Window Dude, isn’t a jack-of-all-trades handyman. He does one thing: windows. From squeegeeing to power washing (and all the very specific tasks in between), Morgan is an expert at all kinds of panes.The reliable pro gives quick and trustworthy estimates over the phone, arrives on time, will never wear dirty shoes in the house, and won’t leave until you love the results – which are always sparkling. Visit www.windowdude.com for more information.
 
 
YikeDat
A brand new parent and educator resource community website that has great information on parenting, child development, preschools, and information for teachers and school faculty in addition to blog posts written by early childhood professionals, and discussion forums where parents and educators can relay stories, ask questions, and find answers.
www.yikedat.com
 
 
Free Photo Session for Your Baby from MDGWeddings
For a limited time Marina is offering free photo sessions for babies 0-18 months old. Adorable babies + fun concepts = beautiful photos of your little angels. Contact her for details at marina@mdgweddings.com.
www.mdgweddings.com/kids.html
 
 
ChicaLogic™
An online resource that provides a comprehensive user experience designed by women for women who want access to technological solutions fast. ChicaLogic™ is focused on the education and empowerment of women worldwide. They are answering the call of women everywhere who are tech savvy, but not IT people: Women who are busy and want a place they can go to find solid information, simple tech tips and tricks, reviews, and intuitively designed software product solutions for solving everyday computer problems and concerns.
www.chicalogic.com.
 
 
Race to Nowhere Screening at A.C. Stelle
Tuesday, February 15th at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. 
Parents can buy tickets ahead of time, on-line for $11.65 or at the door (as available) for $15. Go to www.racetonowhere.com and click the screening icon on the bottom: www.racetonowhere.com/screenings. A concerned mother turned filmmaker aims her camera at the high-stakes, high-pressure culture that has invaded our schools and our children’s lives, creating unhealthy, disengaged, unprepared and stressed-out youth.  Featuring the heartbreaking stories of young people across the country who have been pushed to the brink, educators who are burned out and worried that students aren’t developing the skills they need, and parents who are trying to do what’s best for their kids, Race to Nowhere points to the silent epidemic in our schools: cheating has become commonplace, students have become disengaged, stress-related illness, depression and burnout are rampant, and young people arrive at college and the workplace unprepared and uninspired. Race to Nowhere is a call to mobilize families, educators, and policy makers to challenge current assumptions on how to best prepare the youth of America to become healthy, bright, contributing and leading citizens.
 
 
STEP – Systematic Training for Effective Parenting
Class starts today, Wednesday, February 2nd at 7 p.m.
In eight sessions at the JCC at Milken in West Hills, you will learn helpful techniques to improve family communication and to encourage cooperation, effective discipline strategies that promote both self-esteem and mutual respect. The lives of over 4,000,000 parents have already been enriched by this wonderful program. You can join them. For more information, call (818) 464-3280.
www.jccatmilken.org
 
 
West Hills Baseball in Woodland Hills are looking for Sponsors
They are looking for sponsors for their teams who would get a free add in the year book for $250.00 that reaches over 500 local families or donations for the Opening Day raffle ceremonies.
www.westhillsbaseball.com
 
 
Valentine’s Day Gifts: Huge Teddy Bear, Roses, Balloons
She offers delivery or you can pick it up in Westlake Village.
(310) 740-2980
http://stores.ebay.com/RUDY333/TEDDY-BEARS-/_i.html?_fsub=9098073&_sid=10138638&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322