Monday May 16, 2011





GadgetSOS is truly “Your Technology Lifeline”


I have used Gregg’s services personally many times & he is refreshingly reliable, honest & VERY good at what he does!



Affordable & dependable, same-day service for: PC / MAC repair or upgrades, Home Theatre Installation, Flat screen TV hanging, Wireless speakers systems, universal remotes, Apple TV, Netflix, Data Backup/ Recovery-Virus, Spyware Removal-Wireless Networks/wireless printing, software installation/removal, Digitize your Home or office. Scan photos, rip music CD’s and DVD’s, Skype, Google Voice, Video Conferencing, iPhone / IPad, iPod, Digital Cameras, Alarms and Nanny / Security Cams.


He includes Free Electronics Recycling!
Everything from purchasing, setting up, installing & training.


Call Gregg at (888)372-3600 or email


gregg@gadgetsos.com.



www.gadgetsos.com

  
 
Today in History
Charles Hires invents Root Beer. (1866)
Love a Tree Day
National Sea Monkey Day
Wear Purple for Peace Day
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
 
 
$1 for 20% Off and Free Shipping at Crocs.com
Stock up on comfy and stylish footwear with this amazing discount on Crocs’ wide variety of styles! Sure, the ubiquitous plastic clogs are great for kids, but the Crocs line also includes sleek sling backs and fancy flip-flops for Mom, plus sandals and sneakers for Dad. All the styles share unmistakable durability and comfort. Now you can grab this voucher for $1 and get an exclusive 20% discount at Crocs.com! And if you buy $49 or more worth of products, you’ll get free shipping!
http://familyfinds.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=4&aff_id=1016
 
 
Kinder Prep:  Learning to Love Learning
Ages 4-7, June and July only
Academic Achievers is once again offering its popular learn/play at-home program. They believe that the most important thing you can do for your child at this young age is to instill in him or her a love of learning. Either one-on-one or small group, their highly qualified tutors will enrich your child’s creativity and stimulate his or her curiosity to become a life-long learner.
310-883-5810
http://www.academic-achievers.com/kindercamp.html
 
 
Aquatic Safety Instruction, LLC has been Giving the gift of water safety ™® since 1978
New lower class fees for ALL classes. Plus, get a free lesson when you refer a friend & take off $25 for each month you pay in full. Located in Encino & Northridge, ASI is one of the founding Water Safety Instructional schools in the So Cal area. As providers for the American Red Cross, they require that all aquatic staff is Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Lifeguard (LG) certified. Most staff is professional educators with a min of a BA within Physical Education or has their teaching credentials. All pools are heated to an average of 88 degrees. Lifeguards available too!
Email information@aquaticsafetyinstruction.org or
call 818 363-0221 for more info.
www.aquaticsafetyinstruction.org 
 
 
Divorce Detox – The Leader in Divorce Recovery
It has helped many Jen’s List readers get through the pain and confusion of separation & 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, & the behavioral sciences. Divorce Detox provides symptom relief & relationship closure, while addressing the underlying pain & heartache of divorce, to insure long lasting divorce recovery. PPO Insurance Accepted.
212 Marine St. Suite 102 in Santa Monica, 90405
www.divorcedetox.com
888-456-7056
 
 
High Heel in a Haystack’s Weekly Style Tip:
How many of you have been wearing the same bra for years and have no idea if it fits properly? Did you buy your bra based on the size you think you are rather than the size that you really need? Did you know that a well fitted bra can give you a better shape and make you look slimmer? If your bra is riding up in the back, it’s too big (in number, not letter), so swap your 34C for a 32C. Another tip: Get the help from a certified bra fitter at Nordstrom’s. 
www.highheelinahaystack.com
 
 
TWO (2) DAYS OF SUMMER DAY CAMP AT CALI-CAMP INCLUDING TRANSPORTATION
School’s out in about a month and have we got a deal for anyone with kids ages 4-14. Get 2 days at Cali-Camp, the treasure of Topanga Canyon.  They have every activity you can imagine in a traditional Summer Camp experience.  Activities such as Ropes Course with Zip Line, Horseback Riding, Go-Carts, Dunebuggies, Rock Climbing Wall, Fishing, Miniature Golf, Gymnastics, Swimming every day and on and on and on.  Owned and operated by the same duo for over 36 years, Cali-Camp is THE place for your kids.  Go to www.gocitydeals.com, select Conejo Valley or San Fernando Valley as your city and enter in jen10 as your Promo Code to save an additional 10%.
 
Special Event Icon FREE Preschool Fair with 50+ schools all in one place!
Saturday, May 21st from 9:00am to 12:00 noon
The Parents Education League of Los Angeles (PEL) is hosting more than 50 preschools that will be represented at this event. It is the first Preschool event of its kind, and is expected to draw parents from throughout the Los Angeles area. PEL is a non-profit dedicated to providing Los Angeles parents to the most objective, current and comprehensive info. Children welcome. Preregister online!Leo Baeck Temple
1300 N Sepulveda in LA 90077
www.parentseducationleague.org
 
 
Are you willing to look inside your head?
Would you rather feel powerful or be powerful? Check out the 4 “laws” of personal power – guidelines to be able to regulate negative transient states to become more competent, growth-oriented, creative, nurturing, cooperative, and compassionate.
http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/anger-in-the-age-entitlement/201011/the-powerful-self 
 
 
LA Kids Consignment Pasadena-area Sale
May 20th-22nd from 9am-5pm
200+ families are contributing over 25,000 amazing new and gently-used kids’ items LA Kids Consignment’s Pasadena-area sale. Come and find great bargains on kid’s clothes (sizes 0-16), toys, bikes, outdoor toys, shoes, strollers, books, DVDs, games, puzzles, maternity, furniture and so much more! Items are 50-75% off retail. Entrance is free.
137 W. Walnut Ave in Monrovia, 91016
www.lakidsconsignment.com 
 
 
Valley Trails Summer Camp Open House
May 22nd 11:00a.m. to 1:00p.m.
For over 40 years, Valley Trails Summer Camp, an ACA accredited camp, has been creating amazing memories and lifelong friendships for campers entering grades K-8. Campers experience amazing off-site trips, air conditioned on-site activity rooms, wacky and wild theme weeks, swimming in the indoor pool, camp games, dance, computers, rock climbing, sports, arts and crafts, archery, computers, and much more. The camp offers extended drop off/pick up hours, free express transportation from the east/west valley, affordable rates and sibling & large group discounts.
6043 Tampa Ave., in Tarzana
818-345-3002
www.valleytrails.com
 
 
Getting a Mommy Makeover in Time for Summer
By Dr. Payman Danielpour and Dr. John Layke
http://lamommagazine.com/getting-a-mommy-makover-in-time-for-summer/  
 

 
Start the summer with a sparkling clean pool, that keeps you and the kids and the pool happy!
Northridge Pool & Spa Service is offering a summer special. One month free service (3rd month). Weekly service includes: Brush, skim, Backwash & Vacuum as needed, Empty all Skimmer & Pump Baskets, Complete inspection of Pool & Equipment, Proper Chemical Balancing included. Offer expires 9/30/2011. The services are both competitive and reliable.
Call for a free quote (818)772-1812.
 
 
Group for Anxiety Sufferers
Wednesday Nights at 8pm
In a very supportive environment you will learn effective tools to overcome fear, let go of worry, prevent panic, conquer phobias, and learn to relax. Because everyone in the group will share similar symptoms you can let go of any feelings of embarrassment. The group will be educational focusing on symptom relief. There will be handouts, techniques to quiet the mind and relax the body, and guest speakers who will talk about how they overcame their anxiety disorder.
www.KenGoodmanTherapy.com 
 
 
“Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,” in Disney Digital 3D™ and RealD™ 3D
May 20th – June 22nd at The El Capitan Theatre
It enhances the experience with a fantastic display of items actually used in the making of “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.” Among the items are ornate props, elaborate costumes worn by the cast, and set pieces from the film itself. The El Capitan will also commemorate the opening of “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” by offering each guest, while supplies last, a soft drawstring bag containing two “Pieces of Eight” tribute coins sponsored by Goldline International. These collectible alloy coins, designed exclusively by Disney for the El Capitan showings, have a look reminiscent of coins common to the period depicted in the film.
www.elcapitantickets.com 



Special Event Icon ATTENTION PARENTS:  A College Transition Program for High School Students
Students make successful transitions to college when they have the information they need, the academic & study skills for college level work, a good support system, and feel connected to the college. One week college prep sessions run between June 27th & August 12,th with a max of 5 students per session. Individual counseling & college visits are available. Students will meet with other students who will be transitioning to local colleges & be a part of the Fall 2011 COLLEGE SUCCESS SUPPORT GROUP. Contact Dr. Elyse Chaplin at either 818-447-2866 or Elyse.Chaplin@yahoo.com for more information along with “The Successful Student’s College Transition Guide”. 
 



Creative Arts Summer Camp for Boys and Girls ages 5-13
June 20th – July 28th from 9am – 3pm
Southern California Arts Program will take place at the Wesley School, 4832 Tujunga Avenue, North Hollywood, 91601. Workshops include a full scale musical production of “The Music Man,” Art with the Masters, Fencing, Print Making, Quilting, Stage Combat, Doll Making, Guitar, Jazz, Hip Hop, Improvisation, Rock Band, Ceramics, Sewing, Photoshop, etc. as part of the six-week program for ages 7-13. Two 3-week programs also available for ages 5-6. Program culminates with FESTIVAL DAY on July 28th.
www.socalartsprogram.com
 
 
Daycare
Open for 23 years, this daycare, located at Devonshire/Encino, serves hot Kosher meals and offers Hourly, Daily, Weekly care. They have three circle times daily including daily arts and crafts, daily story time and sharing feelings, calendar, weather and general sing along instruments, parachute and lots for fun games and muniplitives. Accepting children ages 6 weeks and up. Different schedules for the older children.
Call (818)709-3888 for more info. 



 
Cleaning Crew to make your place SPARKLE!
Referred by Jens List member alexandra@sterlingengagements.com
For 8 years, I have been fortunate enough to utilize the greatest cleaning crew ever. Jesus and his family are an incredible team and really take extra special service to a whole new level. They are quick, efficient and extremely detailed. They clean everything from your windows, to the inside of the fridge, even lifting sofas as they vacuum. They’re always careful, I completely trust them with everything inside my home. Best part is, they are in and out in no time. They clean weekly, bi-weekly or monthly, the greater the frequency, the lower the cost. Mention Jen’s List and get $10 off. Book twice get $10 more off the 2nd visit!
Call Jesus at (818) 974-1955.
 
 
Landscape, cement, block and brick ,Hardscape
They will try to beat any written licensed estimate. They get the job done right the first time & are a 25 year family business. Customer satisfaction is their main goal. They design or use your designs & they’re extremely compatible. For all your concrete, slab, brick, block, stone, sod, planting and design needs call (818)332-6964 or (818)744-5222.
www.harariconstruction.com
 
 
Progressive Learning makes Learning Fun!
Kids LOVE technology! Focusing on an IPad or a Wii is more interesting than text books! This is why Progressive Learning has proven success motivating students and raising achievement. Progressive Learning offers students computer-based lessons in Math, English (ELA), Science and Social Studies. Students receive 1-on-1 instruction from an online Academic Coach, a certified teacher, specializing in motivating students. Unlimited access to online curriculum for 8 weeks- only $300!
www.ProgressiveLearning.com 
 
 
Pro Pastry Series
Have you dreamed of becoming a Pastry Chef but not wanted to go to school full-time? These two evening Level 1 and 2 Series were created with your schedule in mind.
http://thegourmandiseschool.com/class.php?id=347 
 
 
Bootcamp4moms ongoing classes
Come check out what everyone is talking about. Join Bootcamp4moms. They have multiple times and locations to suit your busy schedule. This is the best workout you can get where you are able to bring your kids along with you. You not only will get into the best shape of your life but will build lasting friendships for both you and your children. Contact Alexis for a location near you at Bazraven21@gmail.com.
www.Bootcamp4moms.com  



 
Personalized Wooden Ruler Growth Charts
Choose from fabulous color choices. Free shipping and personalization. RULERGROWTH offers sleek, stylish and modern rulers look great in any bedroom. “It’s So Much Fun to See How Tall I can Be.”
Order online www.rulergrowth.com or call (818) 569-3092.
 
 
818 Freight- Woodland Hills- Closing May 31st after 30 years
They will be relocating to another area which will be disclosed when finalized. All merchandise will be 30-75% off. Come shop and celebrate!  What appears to be the end may really be a new beginning.
6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd. #2320 in Woodland Hills, 91367
818-340-6405
http://02b2da8.netsolstores.com/
 
 
New customer tanning specials for the month of May and June.
Come in to I TAN to get your summer started right! They offer 4 levels of tanning beds and customized sunless airbrush tanning! Join them on Facebook I TAN CHATSWORTH INDOOR TANNING SALON. They are doing a huge discounted package on airbrush tanning with “buywithme.com” the end of May. Call 818-341-4020 for any questions regarding tanning or airbrushing!
9800 Topanga Cyn Blvd Suite E in Chatsworth, 91311
www.itanchatsworth.com
 
 
The Crayon Box “pARTies”
Get a group of friends together (from 3 years-old to adults) for arts & crafts parties in the comfort of your own home. Choose from unique projects for all ages (mosaic flower pots, decoupage picture frames, sock creature dolls, Sculpey clay animals & mezuzahs, taped journals, or drawing and painting skills etc). What a great way to entertain for birthday parties, sleepovers, summertime play dates or coffee/desserts for friends. The Crayon Box “pARTies” will bring everything that you’ll need for a one-of-a-kind, creative experience with friends! Owned & operated by Nancy Wasserman, Elementary School Teacher & Art Specialist for over 20 years. Email nwasserman@earthlink.net for party prices, complete project list, & pictures. References are gladly provided. 
 



Rent a Westin Time Share and forget about all the stress
1 bedroom sleeps 4.  You choose the dates & the location. Available thru June 30, 2011. Rest, relax, and enjoy the sun! Availability now at the Westin in Mission Hills. Call 805- 433 4632 or email poolwatch06@sbcglobal.net for all the details. $850 for the week. 
 
 
Art Summer Camp Registration Begins Now!
Evleen’s Art Studio Drawing and painting for all ages and all levels. Express the artist within, see your child confidence soar along with their creations. Mention JEN’S LIST and RECEIVE $20 OFF!
9921 S. Santa Monica Boulevard in Beverly Hills, 90210
www.evleen.com
310 277-9993
 
 
Fitness and wellness coach, pre and post-natal exercise classes
T.O.T. Fitness provides the individualized attention and programming you need to achieve your health and fitness goals.  We offer personal training as well as nutrition, fitness, and behavior modification counseling. T.O.T. Fitness is also focused on expecting, new moms and families. Join one of our full body workout classes, have fun and meet other moms and babies. Join T.O.T. Fitness in May and get $20 off your package purchase! Call Farrah at 310-926-6414 or email totfitness@gmail.com.
http://totfitness.wordpress.com/ 
 
 
E-Waste Fundraiser at ONEgeneration
Saturday, May 21st from  9am to 3pm
Come out and support ONEgeneration! Have old printers, computers, TVs, batteries, hard drives, etc. that are just collecting dust in your house or garage? Then it’s time to get rid of them, be “green” by recycling, AND help the ONEgeneration Parents Group raise money through our E-Waste Collection!  They make money with each item they bring in to recycle/dispose! Drop off these items for collection at 17400 Victory Blvd, Van Nuys.
www.onegeneration.org
 
 
IS YOUR CHILD SITTING IN A PHIL & TED’S METOO CLIP-ON CHAIR?
The CPSC warns parents to stop using Phil & Ted’s “metoo” clip-on table top chairs as they can detach from the table creating serious fall and amputation hazards. Phil & Ted’s refused to agree to the CPSC’s request for a national recall. The Heller Law Firm (www.seriousinjury.org) is investigating a possible class action. If you purchased a chair and want more info, call 800.992.9947 or email shayne@hellerlaw.net. No cost/obligation. Product Warning Notice provided by The Heller Law Firm
 
 
Exciting new home-based Jewish education program for young children and their families!
May 25th at 7:30 (Information meeting)
Searching for an innovative, out-of-the-box program in Jewish education for your child and longing for connection to a small, like-minded community of Jewish families? Etz Kehilah (Community Tree) is seeking curious, friendly, creative students in Grades K-2 (ages 5-7) and their families. Students meet once weekly and families gather for a special program once a month. For more information, contact Toby at tobyjoydove@gmail.com.



 
Gourmet Pizza Cooking Class
Wednesday, May 25th at 6:45p
When the moon hits your eye, it’s time to get a slice of life at this Gourmet Pizza night. Nothing says party like a delicious slice of pizza. Learn the handy skills of making your own homemade pizza, a variety of sauces with fresh toppings and select artisan cheeses. You’ll never order in again! Dress comfortably-they will provide aprons for all to wear-and be prepared to eat some spectacular pizza of your own creation!
www.cooklaonline.com
 
 
Life can be stressful and difficult to manage at times
Jessica Morris, MA, MFTI provides a safe, nurturing environment & offers discounted rates to Jens List members. Her office is in Calabasas and has flexible hours. Call for an appointment at (818)216-4465. She provides therapy to individuals, children, adolescents, families and couples. She specializes in working with victims of trauma, divorce, grief counseling, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, relationship problems, behavior concerns and many other common stressors.