Swim into Spring at the Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy Founded by 4 time Olympic Gold Medalist Lenny Krayzelburg, Lenny and his team at LKSA are dedicated to sharing the fun of swimming, water safety, and the prevention of childhood drownings. Visit http://www.youtube.com/user/lennykswim. Mention this listing and receive 2 FREE LESSONS! (Registration fees not included, one per family, new students only, not valid with other offers)
Westside JCC(NOW OPEN ON SATURDAYS) 5870 W. Olympic Blvd. in Los Angeles, 90036 323-525-0323 JCC @ Milken 22622 Vanowen St. in West Hills, 91307 818-464-3315 Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history Professor Robert Goddard launches the first liquid fuel rocket. (1926) The Mai Lai Massacre takes place in Vietnam. (1968) Youth Art Month http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=339 25% Off Tickets to Dan Zanes and Friends Concert at UCLA Kids LOVE Dan Zanes … and, once you see him in concert, you’ll understand why this Grammy-winning children’s rocker is such a favorite of the young and young at heart. Just enter promo code ROYCE to get 25% off tickets. Dan Zanes was a member of the popular ’80s band The Del Fuegos. Now, Zanes and his Brooklyn-based band perform exuberant music filled with irresistible grooves drawn from a wealth of musical traditions. He creates a rollicking “Woodstock for kids,” including American traditional songs, dance classics, and smart, inventive originals. The audience is invited to sing along with gusto and, before you know it, everyone is dancing in their seats and the aisles. Bring your kids to this concert (at 25% off!) and experience what the LA Times calls “a dance-party, hootenanny for the 21st century.” http://www.familyfinds.com/ Karina Smirnoff Dance Studio Learn to dance from the Celebrity Pro! Meet new Friends! Get in shape! Sign Up Now and enter to win tickets to Dancing With the Stars. The studio offers everything from Adult classes to Kid programs and Wedding packages in Ballroom, Latin, Argentine tango, Salsa, 2 step and much more. The bestselling Shape Up with Karina fitness program featured in Life and Style, Cosmo, Good Day LA, OK, Access Hollywood, etc. is also available. Ask about special the Jen’s List discount. 21720 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills 818-232-7224/818-232-7334 www.KarinaSmirnoffDance.com The Kelter Center: Learning To Learn Since 1977, The Kelter Center has provided educational therapy programs to produce fundamental change in student learning, creating self-sufficient learners. They specialize in helping students with average to above-average intelligence with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, who struggle to acquire basic skills. Their client is your child! Mention Jen’s List and get a FREE initial consultation ($100 value) “The Kelter Center knew exactly what my daughter needed. She went from being a non-reader to reading at grade level. I never thought I would see my child read for pleasure, Seeing her read the entire Twilight series made me so happy I wanted to cry. ” – Philly L.11340 W. Olympic Blvd. #140 in Los Angeles, 90064 310-312-1056 www.keltercenter.com Marz Sprays – A new delivery system for a new generation The C-spray is a new, convenient way to rapidly deliver nutrient-dense, vitamin & mineral concentrations into the bloodstream. The ReBoot product provides instant energy for those on the go that don’t want to drink a 16oz can of sugar. The FitSpray product helps stabilize blood sugar levels and STOP food cravings. Www.marzsprays.com CleanBeeBaby – FREE Cleaning Service for Strollers & Car Seats Saturday, March 19th CleanBeeBaby is a mobile cleaning service for baby car seats & strollers. They’re offering FREE cleaning appointments this month ($39 value) at PumpStation, Giggle, Juvenile Shop & Pampered Tot. Appointments booking fast! *FAST: Gear is clean & dry in just 30 min *SAFE: Certified Technicians help reinstall car seats *CONVENIENT: Where you already shop, or coming to your home *ECO-FRIENDLY: Steam cleaning with nontoxic products Additional services: *Stroller repairs/tune-ups *Poop/vomit laundering www.cleanbeebaby.com Mommy and Me Classes at Lollipop Dream! Explore rhythm, movement and creativity through song, game play, musical activities and toys! Learn Simple concepts like shapes, colors and motions. Free Demo Classes – must RSVP: Tues, March 22nd at 9:30am-10:15am (ages 0-8 months) Wed, March 23rd at 12:30pm-1:15pm (ages 0-8 months) Wed, March 23rd at 1:45-2:15pm (ages 9-16 months) Fri, March 25th at 9:30am-10:15am (ages 9-16 months) Call (818) 981-7446 for more info. 14006 Riverside Dr. in Sherman Oaks www.lollipop-dream.com Do you have a closet full of clothing you do not wear? A closet edit will eliminate the old and create room for the new. Hard time finding clothes that fit? Strategic shopping will conquer that with Meg’s knowledge of stores, fit and styling. Closet full of fab clothes but no time or know-how to make stylish outfits? Meg will shop your closet, create outfits, and photograph them for easy reference and stress-free mornings. Email meg@meggallagher.com regarding the perfect 13-hour package. Are you struggling in Math? Need some extra help in doing your homework? Isaac has a BS in mechanical Engineering. He has 10 years is teaching and tutoring. He used to own a swim school, and a My Gym, children’s fitness center for six years in Simi Valley. Isaac can tutor all math level classes: Math, Grades K-8 · Pre-Algebra · Algebra I · Algebra II · Geometry · Trigonometry · Precalculus · Calculus. Call (818)807-8038 for more info. AUCTION ITEMS NEEDED FOR SCHOOLS BIGGEST FUNDRAISING EVENT Weekday School in Granada Hills is gearing up for the schools biggest fundraiser, their Online Auction. Funds raised from this support the academic extras that enrich their students’ school experience. They are looking for local businesses to donate auction items or services. By donating an item or service, you’ll be helping to raise money for the school, and you’ll receive a mention on their site that links back to your own website. To donate please contact dfernholtz@gmail.com. CASTING Nationally syndicated talk show is looking for funny, outgoing moms that want to share why they think their kids should have come with warning labels!They want your stories for a video montage about the things kids do that you weren’t prepared for. Whether it’s the color body fluids that came from your infant baby, or the cranky tantrums your teenager throws, they want to hear it all! If you’d like to share your story, please respond to talkshowcasting323@gmail.com with your story and your contact information. AND Nationally syndicated talk show is looking for your biggest pet peeves about going to the doctorDo you hate the wait time? Ever wonder why you get certain medications with weird side effects? If you’d like to share your pet peeve about going to the doctor or the hospital, please send them and your contact information to talkshowcasting323@gmail.com. AND CBS News is looking for someone who took advantage of the Border’s liquidation sales early on and discovered….or hasn’t discovered that 1) the liquidation deals went from 20% to 40% yesterday. (so they could have got a better deal had they waited) 2) the same book was 50% off online at borders.com and still is 3) the same book could have been on sale for 30% off at a Borders that wasn’t closing 4) the same book could have been purchased at a Borders that wasn’t closing with the 40% off coupon or 33% off coupon that they send via email. Moral of the story…”liquidation” sale doesn’t always mean you’re getting the best possible deal. Email nmedina@cbs.com ASAP AND LOOKING FOR WOMEN, MEN, COUPLES and CHILDREN WITH INCREDIBLE LIFE STORIES TO SHARE ON A NETWORK SHOW A network news talk show is launching with one of the most famous/adored “Dr.’s” at the helm. From addiction and infidelity to mental illness and bullying….we are looking for REAL PEOPLE facing any and every kind of major adversity. Whether it’s shocking, inspirational or beyond bizarre, our “DR” wants to introduce the fascinating people behind the stories and hopefully make a difference in their lives. Email newstalkcasting@yahoo.com to share your story. name and brief bio only(5 lines max). AND Do you love playing word games? Are you a vocabulary whiz? Looking for 2-person teams to be contestants on GSN’s new version of LINGO hosted by Bill Engvall! Do you have a big, bold personality and consider yourself to be an expert at playing LINGO? Do you have a friend, sibling, co-worker, or spouse who you have always wanted to be on a game show with? If you have a knack for making words and can think on your feet, then this could be the perfect chance to put your skills to the test and win cash and/or prizes. Email katuk@sbcglobal.net – Be sure to include information on each teammate including: FULL NAME, AGE, PHONE NUMBER, occupation, the city you live in, a RECENT PHOTO and a brief description of why this is the game show for you! You must be 18 years of age, a legal U. S. resident and able to get yourself to Los Angeles for the audition and taping of the show. RSP’S SPRING COLLECTION 2011 OF FAVORITE THINGS Benefitting the Ashley Hope fund/Best Friends Animal Society Sunday, March 20th from 2:00-5:00pm The V Lounge 2020 Wilshire Blvd. in Santa Monica, Ca $10 Donation at the door Reality personalities & celebrities in attendance. They will be introducing the latest styles, trends & advanced products & services for MEN, WOMEN, CHILDREN & PETS! Fabulous raffle prizes, over 20 venders, samples & INCREDIBLE deals, child friendly, appetizers & drink specials and a FUN photo booth! The Ashley Hope fund provides financial assistance to pet owners in crisis who cannot afford medical care for their pets. For more information, contact Renee@ReneeSimlak.com. 3 Blonde Moms… See How They Run! MOTHERS DAY – May 8TH This top-notch, high-energy, semi-scripted PG 13 standup comedy show is jam packed full of hysterical material about being a Mom, having a Mom, kids, schools, husbands, neighbors, in-laws and more. The audio visual aspects of live stage show, just reinforce that these are 3 very special, distinct, and unique persona’s with 3 diverse lives, who are unlikely friends in the Cul’d Sac. Dinner and a Show at Giovanni Ristoranti 21801 Ventura Blvd in Woodland Hills, 91364-1838 (818) 884-0243 www.3blondemoms.com SANTA MONICA AIRPORT ARTWALK SATURDAY, MARCH 19th from 12-5pm Here’s a free fun family event: More than 60 local artists and performers will have their private studios and works on view, including LA artist Gregory Gioiosa (www.Gioiosa.com). Throughout the day there will be ceramic demonstrations, theater performances, art workshops for kids and live music by the accordion-driven ensemble, The Mad Alsacians. Local restaurants Typhoon and Spitfire Grill and the Border Grill food truck and The Sweets Truck will offer food. 2800-3050 Airport Avenue T.H.E. Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools – Together Helping Education A new education foundation has been formed by a group of community members who are alarmed about the state’s inability to fund its public schools. The mission of T.H.E. Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools is to generate long-term fundraising to provide sustained financial support to LVUSD. You can make a tax-deductible donation to T.H.E. Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools, and mail c/o LVUSD, 4111 N. Las Virgenes Rd., Calabasas, CA 91302. For more information, or to get involved, call 818-879-6136. http://calabasas.patch.com/articles/lvusd-seeks-1m-in-donations-to-save-teaching-jobs HOP BENEFIT SCREENING! Sunday, April 3rd at 2 pm Join stars from the movie at a private benefit screening of Universal Studios’ upcoming release HOP. All proceeds benefit The EBMRF. General Admission: $50/VIP: $100. All ticket prices include post party reception-Food, candy, family fun! For info: (310) 205-5119 www.ebkids.org Free phone “gathering” for separated or divorce parents Friday, March 18th, 11:00 am PST Therapist Susan Stiffelman is offering a free phone conference for parents in the midst of divorce who need help. Children & teens express pain in many ways, including anger, withdrawal, aggression, sadness, physical complaints, sleep problems, or difficulty concentrating. Having helped many parents and children travel the difficult road of divorce, Susan offers support and advice that can make the journey a little easier. Info at: http://tinyurl.com/4zhavcg PLUSH TAN is nominated on LA’s HOT LIST for best mobile spray tanning service Anyone who votes for Plush will receive $10.00 off the already discounted Jen’s List member rate of $85.00. So your private airbrush tanning session will only cost you $75.00 (reg. $125). You can receive the same luxury treatment the stars do at a fraction of the price. To learn more on this amazing service visit www.plushtan.com or call 805-452-0648 to make your appointment. Here is the link to vote and earn your discount http://la.cityvoter.com/plush-tan/biz/526755?for=health-and-beauty%2fmobile-tanning Recall of LEAN CUISINE Spaghetti with Meatballs Check your freezer and call Nestlé’s toll free number. http://www.nestleusa.com/PubNews/ Want to know one of the best ways to support your community? Buy local! On Saturday, March 19th from 11am to 4pm (kicking off the L.A. Marathon weekend), the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce, City of Santa Monica and Downtown Santa Monica Inc. business improvement district will present the city’s first official Buy Local Day – a full day of special events dedicated to showcasing local businesses and the importance of buying local. Events will include the Buy Local Expo (featuring 80 local business exhibitors, shopping, music, demos, raffle prizes, etc.) on Third Street Promenade at from 11a-4p, and an all-day, city-wide Sidewalk Sale. www.facebook.com/DowntownSantaMonica LAUSD Parents and non-parents…THIS IMPACTS YOU! Friday, March 18th Gov. Brown will support a five year extension on the amount of money that LAUSD receives from taxes. This is not a tax increase. If this measure is not added, voted & passed on the June ballot, LAUSD should expect: Increased classroom sizes (K-3, up to 33 kids. Grades 4 & 5, up to 38 kids). Teachers will lose their jobs (call your school to ask which teachers have already been given notice….They have). www.educateourstate.org Toddler Time & Me 10 week session begins March 21st from 10:00 to 11:30 am. This group is an opportunity for parents to observe, learn, play and grow with their young child while developing a toolbox of respectful parenting tools that are neither punitive nor permissive. Moms and dads will develop relationships with like-minded individuals who want to parent from their heart and feel truly connected to their child. www.acoach4parents.com LA-Based Baby Clothing Company, PAIGELAUREN baby is Having a Blowout Sale! What do moms like better than a sale? A blowout sale! PAIGELAUREN baby, the ultra-chic, super-soft line of baby clothing is having a blowout sale of their Fall/Winter collection to make room for their new Spring/Summer pieces. Visit www.paigelaurenbaby.com to receive 50-75% off of all the Fall/Winter merchandise. But hurry! Supplies are limited. Reconnecting to Our Authentic Selves: The Five Steps To Authenticity http://losangelespsychiatrist.blogspot.com/ Star Wars in concert – Hosted By Hollywood Bowl Fri., June 3rd at 8pm and Sat., June 4th at 7:30pm Watch Star Wars while listening to the orchestra plays, heightening the dynamics of your movie experience. 2301 North Highland Ave in Hollywood, 90068 323-850-2000 http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/tickets/series-detail.cfm?id=81 Savings, Classes and Fun in March at The Treehouse Social Club They love to throw birthday parties that are customized and just for your little one. They have a beautiful space that both adults and children love. Book your party in the month of March and receive $50 off plus two dozen cupcakes. Also, check out their new classes: Papa Is A Rolling Stone Music (9 months-3 years) Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. and Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. Drop-ins available now, 6-week session starts March 15th. Sign Shine sign language starts Thursday, March 24th at 11 a.m. (310) 288-3024 www.thetreehousesocialclub.com 5-Pack Music Class Special with Claire Mills Mondays at 10:30 a.m. at The Artist’s Studio in Burbank$15 each when you sign up for 5 classes. Normally, a 10-class commitment is required for this deal.(818) 358-7324 www.Clairemills.com Rockin’ Tots: Mommy & Me Music Class Thursdays at 9:15 a.m. at Jungleland in Agoura Hills, off of Reyes AdobeRockin’ Tots, an interactive, music based class for children and their caregivers. Kick start learning by using music, movement, parachute, puppets and instruments, to help children with rhythm, cadence of speech and confidence. Taught by a trained singer who uses her guitar and personality to stimulate kids. Free play at Jungleland following the class. For more information, and to secure a spot, email melissawitz1@yahoo.com. Playsource Party Special Friday Nights from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Book a Friday night private party and receive a 10% discount on any party package. Check out the website for package information or call for details. Add them as a friend on Facebook for deals and information. 21921 Ventura Boulevard in Woodland Hills (818) 888-0899 www.playsourceinfo.com Free Concerts for Kids Presented by Wacky WENDEE Tuesday, March 29th at 6 p.m. at the Sagebrush Cantina in CalabasasWENDEE brings her interactive musical show to two Southern California venues. WENDEE has been a Kids Club favorite at malls, libraries, preschools, birthday parties, and festivals. Come do a zany DANCE, SING a wacky song, and meet animal puppet friends who sing. Bring your dancing shoes, it’s great for families with young kids. www.wendeesmusic.com YMCA Laser Tag Event Sunday, March 20th from 1 to 3 p.m. Join the West Valley Family YMCA for their Outdoor Laser Tag Event. The cost is $25.00 for 2 hours of unlimited play. This event is for ages 3 and up, so spread the word to family and friends. Contact Ashley Russell at (818) 774-2840 or ashleyrussell@ymcala.org for more information and registration forms. www.ymcala.org/wv Learn about all kinds of fruits, nuts, vegetables, legumes, and grains From almonds to zucchini with farro, tempeh and nori in between. http://www.meatlessmonday.com/category/seasonal-picks/ Save $7 on the 2011 Easter Basket Set in March Ready for Easter? Hop to it with Longaberger’s 2011 Easter Basket in Warm Brown or Green. A swinging handle with a metal locking clip makes it a perfect choice for your Easter morning egg hunt. Email etrets@gmail.com to host a show, order, or join the team. Or, shop 24-7 at www.longaberger.com/ellenrosentreter. www.facebook.com/longabergerbaskets Actress Moms: Want to Be a Working Actress Again? Get Re-Inspired! Began March 15th at 3:30 p.m. Balance motherhood and acting and get back into the game. Sign up for ‘Acting Success: How To Master The Inner & Outer Game’, a 5 week tele-class taught by working actress, Wendy Braun, who is also the mom of a toddler and pregnant with her next child. Learn to clear limiting beliefs, master your mindset, create an action plan that will get you real results, discover what is holding you back and how to change it, balance family and career. www.actorinspiration.com/coaching.html YOU CAN SAVE LOTS OF GREEN BY WEARING GREEN… Gerry Kane, a Personal Family Lawyer®, is offering an estate planning session – a $750 value – for FREE, to the first 10 people to schedule an appointment, but only if you come wearing something green. There is NO OBLIGATION and NO PRESSURE. Plus, make your appointment during the month of March and he will give you a gift certificate of $250 toward any plan you put in place. Call 818-905-6088 and say you want the St. Patrick’s Special or visit www.glkfreegift.com/irish.
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