DriveWise Auto – Charity Driven Auto-Buying and Leasing Looking for a car? Celebrating over 700 vehicle deliveries, DriveWise Auto helps many Jen’s List members buy and lease their vehicles, and with rave reviews! DriveWise Auto, a Charity Driven company, helps people buy and lease vehicles competitively, conveniently AND responsibly. They do all the work, guarantee competitive pricing, a no-hassle experience, AND make a donation for every purchase or lease. If “CarPlace A” and “CarPlace B” have the same vehicle, but “CarPlace A” offers concierge service, unbiased advice, no pressure, an equally competitive price, AND has donated more than $60k to charities….which would you choose? Don’t waste time that could be spent on other things when DriveWise Auto can do the work for you! Even if you just have questions, call 818.345.5555, e-mail info@drivewiseauto.com or visit www.drivewiseauto.com. Today in History Laugh and grow rich day Boy scout anniversary day http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=303 http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/americans-secure-guadalcanal The Boy Scouts were founded. (1910) A M A Z I N G DEAL! Get a $50 voucher at Brent’s Deli for ONLY $25!!!!! Announcing JPicks.com™, the big macher of daily deal sites brought you by the people behind JDate! Home of the Chosen Deals™, JPicks offers exclusive savings at LA’s top spots. JPicks is honored to announce Brent’s Deli as its launch partner. You’ll score $50 worth of grub from Brent’s for just $25. Not only has Brent’s been Zagat’s #1 rated deli 16 years in a row, but they never give discounts! Pass this on to everyone you know! Who doesn’t LOVE Brent’s??!! This JPick expires at 10:00 tonight and supplies are limited. Act now to get this deal while it lasts! http://www.jpicks.com/?eid=email-jplaPR1ht1j0 $30 for $60 Towards a Kid-Friendly myPC Keyboard from MyTechStart If your child is using the computer or will soon be because you can’t fool him with that Thomas and Friends one you got him much longer, you need to check out these fantastic myPC keyboards (normally $59.99) made specifically for young children. The rugged keyboard is sealed, spill-proof, and washable. The keys are larger for those chubby-licious little fingers, and it’s even color-coded to teach kids the difference between vowels and consonants. The ergonomic mouse promotes usability, and it’s plug and play! No need for extra software or anything. For $30, this is a great present for a child, especially one that’s a budding techie. http://www.familyfinds.com/ Are you in the Market for a Reliable and Friendly Technology Guru? Tired of paying a small fortune at Big Box stores on support? What sets them apart is their affordable, same day service from a team that goes the extra mile for you. Gadget SOS are parents with kids and they worry about them being exposed on the Internet too. Spectorsoft.com or NetNanny.com? How about all those viruses and spyware from online gaming sites. They can help! Do you buy a Mac or PC? What are the advantages of each? What’s the difference between a Plasma, LCD or LED flat screen TV? How do you sync your smart phone, computer and tablet? Are you interested in streaming Netflix or Hulu to your TV? Do you want to be able to print from your iPhone or iPad? Is your wireless signal not reaching every corner of your house? Are all of your photos, music, and files being backed up? They can help you with all of the above and more. Call (888) 372-3600 or email gregg@gadgetSOS.com for more info! www.gadgetSOS.com CARDSHARKS of Calabasas has joined with PARCHMENT | FINE STATIONERS To welcome them to the family, they are making it EASY & REWARDING for you to make the switch! Simply present your ID showing that you reside in the zip codes: 91301, 91302, 91303, 91304, 91307, 91364, 91367 & 90290 and for this entire year you’ll be gifted with: FREE gift on your first visit – FREE invite and note printing – FREE return addressing – 25% OFF in stock invites and note cards – $1 machine addressing – 25% OFF custom orders – 50% OFF hand calligraphy – 50% OFF all assembly – NO special order fees … AND A WHOLE LOT MORE! PARCHMENT 3701 E Thousand Oaks Boulevard in Westlake Village(behind Stonefire Grill; next to Frenzy & Canyon Salon) 805.497.9228 www.ParchmentWestlake.com CASTING Have you taken a RIE class with your baby/toddler? Did you find it “just wasn’t for you”? If so, please email sfvmom@gmail.com asap! AND Jet Set is looking for African American newborn twins for a fabulous season regular role on a TV show Email paloma@jetsetmodels.com asap with pics, weights and dob and phone number. This will start working the week of the 21st so it will be auditioning the week of the 14th. Babies should be born December 7th 2011 to February 7th 2011 and be under 10 lbs. AND Nationally Syndicated Talk Show is looking for a family who is currently or plans on REMODELING THEIR OLDER HOME and wants to know how to handle asbestos if they encounter it. If selected, your family with get professional advice on what it looks like, where to look for it, and how to handle asbestos. If you are interested in participating, please email talkshowcasting323@gmail.com. AND Casting Call for Real People Looking for Representation Los Angeles-based licensed agency Central Artists Talent is establishing a new “Real People” division headed by Reality Producer Hedda Muskat. The agency is looking for people holding real jobs such as doctors, lawyers, nurses, clergy, teachers, plumbers, bartenders, bail bondsmen, judges, taxi drivers, surfers, students, plus size, body builders, musicians, and most of all, interesting characters with a unique skill or trade, of all cultures. They are looking for over-the-top personalities who are ready to be discovered in the areas of scripted television, film, commercial and print, union & non union. If you are interested, email head shot and who you are to centralartists@aol.com. AND Expressing Motherhood is now casting real moms for their next stage show If you are a mom who is looking to be creative and get on stage for 8 nights then please look into submitting your story! All submission information can be found at www.expressingmotherhood.com. New Classes: TRX Bands & Ballates TRX: A total body work out! Build muscle mass increase your strength and flexibility. Monday 6:30am & 7:30pm Thursday 7:30pm Ballates: A unique body conditioning technique by adapting the Pilates method to the exercise ball. Tuesday 9:30am & 7:30pm First Class is Always Free! They also have Dance Classes starting at age 2 1/2 – Adult www.danceinmotion.net  Photography – artsychameleon | fotografiLocal freelance photographer is seeking newborn models. Must be under 2 weeks by the week of Feb 20th or Feb 27th (preferably under 1 week) Must be available on either Tue., Thur. or Sun. between 10am-2pm. If chosen, you will receive a FREE newborn photo session & 5 JPEG images. Prints and birth announcements are available for purchase after the shoot. http://www.artsychameleon.net Why go to the salon when the salon can come to you? Andrew Scott specializes in sexy, voluminous blowouts, sleek styling, & texture enhancing keratin treatments (Brazilian blowouts). Treat yourself to the benefits of a personal, in home stylist at a price you can afford. never worry with styling your own hair again. Call 818.919.4465 to schedule an appointment Blowouts/styling – $50 Keratin Treatments – $175 First time clients receive a $25 discount on any service!  Frank Costello – Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing Psychotherapy in the SFV and LA areasSpecializes in working with people struggling with Depression, Anxiety Disorders and Mood Disorders. His goal is to assist others in reaching their greatest personal potential. For an intake appointment or to just learn more about his services, call (818) 923-2270. Jen’s List members will receive a reduced fee for their first THREE sessions. www.frankcostellolcsw.com “Foundations of Jewish Family Living” Friday mornings from 10:00-11:15am(free babysitting offered)! Foundations provides the parents of pre-school through elementary age children with the learning, the language and the confidence to be your child’s teacher and support Jewish learning at home. Each class will examine a story from the Jewish traditions and the values we can bring home to our children. Course will be taught by Bonnie Vorspan who has been an early childhood educator in the valley for many year. The curriculum is being divided into three 6-week sessions and participants can sign up for 1, 2 or all 3. The first session will begin on March 11th-April 15th. The price is $120 per session and there is a $36 one time materials fee. Shomrei Torah 7353 Valley Circle Blvd. in West Hills For more information, email Saracohenins@gmail.com. FABULOUS FREE VALENTINES DAY GIVEAWAY ON ROMYRAVES.COM Romy Raves is a Fabulous Lifestyle & Beauty Blog and right now she is hosting an amazing GIVEAWAY for Valentine’s Day that ends on February 14th 2011. Click on the link below to enter to win an amazing trio of beautiful Lollia Bath Products valued at $90. Gift set includes A glass bottle of bubble bath, a gorgeous shea hand crème & a petit luminary candle all in the In Love fragrance. Enter Here: http://bit.ly/hnPBsE www.RomyRaves.com Woodcrest Preschool Family Fun Day/Open House Saturday, February 12th from 11:00AM to 1:00PMFor over 40 years, Woodcrest Preschool, has provided children starting as young as 18 months with an enriching and nurturing curriculum. They invite you and your family to learn more about Woodcrest Preschool by visiting the Tarzana, Newbury Park, and Agoura schools to take a tour, meet new friends, and eat free food! For more information, free registration coupons, and directions, visit www.woodcrestpreschool.com Tarzana Preschool- 6043 Tampa Ave.818-345-3002 Agoura Preschool – 28370 Roadside Dr.818-889-9841 Newbury Park Preschool – 107 Teardrop Ct. 805-375-7788 Mom, You’re One Tough Art Critic http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/27/ Logan and Blue Lets customers create and design their own tee shirts for themselves and their families, or for one-of-a-kind, unique gifts. By combining Made In The U.S.A, high quality onesies, tanks and tee shirts for children, their moms, and moms-to-be and beautiful custom embroidery, Logan and Blue was an immediate hit and won over fans everywhere. They also offer decorative address and gift labels which can be used alone, or ordered to match our trendy customized stationary! www.Loganandblue.com Sumac Elementary School “L-STEM Academy” (Language, Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) KINDERGARTEN DUAL LANGUAGE PARENT INFO NIGHTThursday, February 17, 2011 at 6:30 pmCome hear about the exciting new Dual Language Program for the 2011-2012 school year! English/Spanish instruction will be offered beginning at the Kindergarten level, and will extend up each year through 5th grade. 6050 Calmfield Ave. in Agoura Hills www.sumacelementary.org Childbirth Education Classes at Northridge Hospital Ready, Set, Lets Parent! Breastfeeding Workshop NEW! HeartSaver First Aid (Certified First Aid) CPR for Family and Friends (Infant and Child CPR plus Safety and Injury Prevention for the Lay Rescuer) HeartSaver CPR (Certified CPR) http://www.northridgehospital.org/ A Night with Jack Black for IKAR The Night of the Wandering Jew at the New Mas Malo downtown. http://www.ikar-la.org/wanderingjew.html Sorbet? Let’s Make It Short and Sweet What a lovely and easy quick dessert. (“cr? fra?e” is crème fraiche and “pur?” is puree) http://query.nytimes.com/ New Beginning Adult Hip-Hop/Urban dance class at California Dance Academy This class will teach you the hottest dance moves while blasting away calories! Whether you’re looking for a fresh new activity or searching for ways to get fit for your New Year’s Resolutions, this beginner’s hip hop class is right for you. Classes are every Tuesday at 7pm at the California Dance Academy in Chatsworth. For more info, call 818.341.0525. www.CaliforniaDanceAcademy.com Gourmet Cooking Made Easy – Cooking Class from “The-J” Thursday, February 17th at 7:00 p.m. On The Side You’ve made that great main course…. so what are you going to serve with it? They will give you some yummy ideas for veggies & other things that just might end up being the “main” attraction – not just the “side” show!$60. For registration or more information, call (818)360-2211 or email nvjcc@yahoo.com. Location given upon registration. www.nvjcc.org See the children’s book, THE GRAND HALL CHARACTER BALL, come to life at Giggles N Hugs Century City! Saturday, February 12th Show starts at 5:30pm, immediately followed by a book signing with the author! Great for ages 4-10! The show lasts about 15 minutes with characters that make their way through the audience! Fun for the whole family! www.mcculloughbooks.com CHANDLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TOUR Friday, February 11th at 8:30 am in the school auditorium. 14030 Weddington Street in Sherman Oaks, 91401 Art Academy Proving Kids Can Do Anything! www.summerartacademy.com Dr. Doug Curtis – Alphabiotics Specialist Recommended by oriahproductions@gmail.com. “He aligns your body to where your skeleton is supposed to be without childbirth, gravity day to day, impact, injuries, sports trauma, accidents…you name it. He literally re-boots your circulation and your blood flow with how he maneuvers your body. From infants to seniors he has worked on professional sports teams, Celebrities and everyone in between. Personally he got rid of my arm spasms from my pinched nerve in my upper to mid back (that I had for a year), my digestion has improved, my face has cleared up from toxins that are now flowing freely out, my daughters right eye was slowly going blind, and now it starting to gain in vision.” http://AlphabioticsLosAngeles.com 310.305.1976 http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1069893115 Chatsworth Hills Academy Preview Day Saturday, February 12th Registration: 12:00 pm Light Lunch & Presentation: 12:15-1:00pm Campus Tour & Visits: 1:00 pm 21523 Rinaldi Street in Chatsworth, 91311 www.chaschool.org D.R.E.A.M. Kids Developing Responsible, Empowered and Meaning-full Kids. D.R.E.A.M. Kids offers parenting workshops designed for parents of kids ranging from 2 to 20 years old. Parents are given tools that will make an immediate impact on their child’s development. Through a series of 4 experiential workshops the principles of Developing, Responsible, Empowered and Meaning-full are explored. Tools such as Powerful Words, Questions and Statements are practiced. The winter sessions begin soon. www.dreamkidsnow.com The Los Angeles Chapter of Autism Speaks Presents: A Discussion Dealing with Challenging Behaviors: A Program for Parents and Caregivers Sunday, March 6th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Come for a primer about social and behavioral issues, practical strategies dealing with younger children, medication, adolescent issues, and preparing a child for transition to adult life. A panel of experts will provide valuable insights: ▪ Nancy Franklin, M.A., BCBA: Board Certified Behavior Analyst ▪ Pat Grayson-DeJong, M.Ed.: Autism Education Consultant ▪ Sharon Hensel-Cohen, MS, CCC: Licensed Speech/ Language Pathologist ▪ Susan Schmidt-Lackner, MD: Child Psychiatrist. Vista del Mar 3200 Motor Ave. in Los Angeles, 90034 Seating is limited. RSVP by March 1 at (323) 549-0500 x765 or losangeles@autismspeaks.org. www.autismspeaks.org Valentine’s Day Wine/Food Pairing with Champagne Friday, February 11th from 6:30PM – 9:30PM Jill Milligan and French Chef Charlie Pattegay Present a special Valentine’s Day wine/food pairing at the Hidden Chateau & Gardens(A beautiful Landmark Building built by silent movie actor, Francis Lederer, as a horse stable 1934. The building became the Canoga Mission Gallery in the ’60’s displaying very famous artifacts and artwork from Mexico. The structure was damaged in the 1994 earthquake, but Marion Lederer rebuilt it to allow lucky tenants like us to share this magnificent piece of history with the community.) $50.00 per person. Reservations Required – Call (818) 610-3228 or email hiddenchateau@sbcglobal.net. 23130 Sherman Way in West Hills, 91307 www.hiddenchateau.com ON DVD TODAY! Fun on the Farm A fun and educational preschool video for the younger set. You’ll learn where food comes from and about the growing season – planting, cultivating, and the harvest in the fall. You’ll see tractors and combines and lots of farm animals. Doodle Rooster narrates and is joined by Harvey Horse and Bell, the dairy cow. Play the Cloud Game and try to find animals in the sky. You’ll be amazed at how many you will find. Visit the Farm in the Zoo at Lincoln Park Zoo, right in the middle of Chicago. You will also go to the John Deere Harvester Works in East Moline, Illinois to see how John Deere makes their combines. All this fun is set to nine new original songs by our favorite singer/songwriter, James Coffey. http://www.tmbv.com/Fun-On-The-Farm-Pre-school-DVD/productinfo/JDFUN/ AND WILD TARGET Critically-acclaimed as an uproarious and not-to-be-missed hit, WILD TARGET shoots onto Blu-ray and DVD from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment on February 8. This fast-paced British comedy aims to kill with lively performances by Bill Nighy (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1), Emily Blunt (The Young Victoria, The Devil Wears Prada), Rupert Grint (Harry Potter Series) and Rupert Everett (My Best Friend’s Wedding, Shrek 2). From director Jonathan Lynn (The Whole Nine Yards) comes this lively British remake of the 1993 French hit “Cible Emouvante.” Victor Maynard (Nighy) is a middle-aged, solitary assassin whose professional routine is interrupted when he falls for his intended hit, Rose (Blunt). When he spares Rose’s life, Victor inadvertently acquires a young apprentice, Tony (Grint). Believing Victor to be a private detective, his two new companions tag along, while he attempts to thwart the murderous intentions of his unhappy client, resulting in comedic mayhem. http://www.amazon.com/Wild-Target-Bill-Nighy/dp/B004H4AD2U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1297132894&sr=8-2 AND Barney: Shapes and Colors All Around Circle around with your favorite T-Rex for a colorful celebration! Barney, BJ™ and Baby Bop™ invite you on a rainbow adventure filled with shapes of every hue. Explore new colors and get your toes tapping to create your own art show. Learn about all the shapes you can find in your room, and join Barney and friends to see why it’s hip to be square! http://www.amazon.com/Barney-Shapes-Colors-All-Around/dp/B004CYVZ40/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1297132941&sr=1-1 What’s Up For Kids Weekly Ezine and Weekly Deals for Families Subscribe Now and receive “10 Funtastic Things To Do With Kids in the South! http://www.whatsupforkids.com/members/whatsupforkids Organic whole wheat pasta from Whole Foods for 79 cents With in-store coupon. Good thru March. http://thedelicioustruth.blogspot.com/2011/01/deal-make-that-steal-of-week.html 2 Boxes – Size 5 Pampers Cruisers for sale Unopened but no box. $60 OBO(value $80) Daughter grew out of them before they were opened/ Mega diapers 124 each box – Total 248 diapers Email bethsalway@sbcglobal.net Kahn Air Conditioning Heating & Air Conditioning ‘101’ Saturday, February 19th This 2 hour class is provided free to assist homeowners learn all about residential heating and air conditioning. The class is taught by Jim Berry, a former HVAC Service technician, who is currently a Sales Consultant. Reservations are required. Call 818.886.2600 to reserve your seat(s). send questions to jberry@kahnair.com www.kahnair.com |
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