Monday May 30, 2011





Everyone loves the new LOVE YOUR MAC & iPAD Newsletter & BRAND NEW WEBSITE!


Lots of great advice and cool tips-and it’s FREE!



New ASK SAM section –


get all your technology questions answered!


iPad 2 buying guide, Top Apps, Evernote & more!


Sam Purkin knows everything possible about our Macs, iPhones, iPads, etc. He helps us with everything from major computer problems to printing our yearly Christmas card list. He can even do that remotely! Sam is The Man!



~ Stephanie @ hermelee .com


· Make sure you’re backed up · Sync your calendars


· Know what your kids are doing online · Organize your iPhoto & iTunes libraries! · Instant Remote Support


(818)222-2101


www.samandcompany.com

 
 
Today in History
Memorial Day
Macaroon Cookie Day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=43
The brassiere is invented. (1889)
Water a Flower Day
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
 
 
Temple Judea State of the art Nursery School & Early Childhood now enrolling (infant-Kindergarten)
Temple Judea’s Jewish developmentally appropriate programs inspire children, birth to kindergarten. Highly trained, dedicated teachers encourage creativity & socialization with educationally stimulating programs. Nurturing & supportive environment creates friendships that will last a lifetime. Offering full day nursery school. Now Enrolling for Fall: Infant/First Learner, Toddler, Transition, Nursery School (beg. 2 yrs 6 mos), Pre-Kindergarten& Gesher (developmental kindergarten). Private tours available.
http://www.templejudea.com
 
 
$17 for $35 worth of Custom Superhero Capes and Masks from PowerCapes.com
Custom made superhero capes and accessories for kids and adults. Your voucher is good for $35 worth of customer capes and masks for just $17. Be sure to check out their superhero blaster cuffs and wristbands to complete the crime fighting look. PowerCapes is family owned and operated and all the products are made right here in the USA. And, at 51% off, you’ll be able to outfit all of your little heroes easily!
http://familyfinds.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=18&aff_id=1016
 
 
Head Above Water Swim School
Celebrating 10 years in business, they have taught thousands of children to swim and are offering 10% off lessons
purchased in a series of 10. Lessons starting from age 6 months to adult in your private home or in one of their heated pools in Century City, West LA, Santa Monica, Playa Vista, Burbank, Pasadena and Westlake Village. Instructors are Red Cross certified, have extensive training and experience in teaching children water safety. They also offering 15% off private lifeguard services when booked 15 days in advance to keep your pool party safe*. *For new clients only, certain time and day restrictions apply.
Visit www.headabovewater.net or call 888-990-7946.

 


 
 
SMART DOGS DOG TRAINING
Jeff Todd with SMART DOGS is a professional dog trainer and coach to dog owners. With 20 years of experience, with 1000’s of dogs he can help you with any training or problem solving needs. His training courses consist of the most common and useful commands for everyday life with your dog. Jen’s list member Karen Gold used Jeff’s services said “After trying three other dog trainers, we contacted Jeff, who quickly & successfully trained our dog! We highly recommend him.
(818) 968-9422
www.smartdogsdogtraining.com



 
High Heel in a Haystack Weekly Style Tip:
Packing Tips: 1. Check the weather report. You never know these days – it could be hot in Alaska and cold in Mexico.2. Wear your heaviest item en route to maximize space, and you might need it when the cabin gets cold.3. Minimize wrinkles by packing heavy items like shoes and jeans on the bottom. Delicate items on top.4. Pick a palette – 2 neutrals plus one color for pop. This will make mixing and matching very easy.
www.highheelinahaystack.com
 
 
How can we best set our children up for success?
Is parenting best done inconsistently and impulsively? You know it’s not – negative consequences can be confusion, anxiety, chaos and an open door for limit testing. Check out “The Three P System” for minimizing resistance/tantrums and 3 Quick Tips. You are your child’s most powerful teacher.
http://www.cantonrep.com/mysource/family/x1143331190/Diana-Boggia-Do-you-send-mixed-messages-Consistency-is-the-key
 
 
Valley Beth Shalom Sisterhood Gift Shop Inventory Blow Out Sale
May 31st – June 3rd from 8am-4pm
The gift shop is getting ready for their new computer system. Everything is on sale up to 60%. They have Judaicah items as well as gifts for her, him and kids. This is one sale that shouldn’t be missed.
15739 Ventura Boulevard in Encino, 91436
(818) 788-6000
www.vbs.org



 
Under-age baker in the house?  Try Cocoa Quick Bread.
Great idea for an after-school snack. Uses whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, cinnamon, espresso powder. Make it your own with cranberries or chocolate chips or almond extract.
http://www.food52.com/blog/1483_wakeup_cocoa_quick_bread 
 

Looking for a Natural Nail Care Specialist?
Tired of those 15 minute manicures that don’t last? Are you trying to find someone who can actually help your nails grow and will pamper you at the same time? Galynne is located at Hair in L.A. Salon in Tarzana. For more information on Galynne, visit www.yelp.com/biz/natural-nail-care-by-galynne-tarzana
 



“The-J” is Running Teens on the Move Summer Camp From June 13th-August 5th in Santa Clarita
For kids grades 5 to 9. Have fun and give back – an exciting new camp geared towards the needs of teens. Day trips to amusement parks, beaches and more.  Community Awareness Day – run a carwash and donate the proceeds to a charity, help at an animal shelter, design a mural. Teens on the Move is all that and more.
(818) 360-2211
www.nvjcc.org



 
It’s time for summer treats – Remember Pudding Pops?
Make your own – chocolate, vanilla, butterscotch, chocolate-vanilla swirl.
http://www.chow.com/food-news/81511/make-your-own-pudding-pops/ 
 
 
Jen’s List Member’s Blog Nominated For “Best Multiples” Blog
Votes needed. Super easy. Jen’s List member and mom blogger, Gina Osher, who writes, The Twin Coach, has been nominated for a Circle Of Moms “Best Multiples” blog. She needs your votes. Just click and vote. Vote once a day until May 30th.
www.circleofmoms.com/top25/multiples?trk=t25_multiples
www.thetwincoach.blogspot.com 



 
Malibu Art Barn Summer Art Workshop Schedule
Explore your creative sides through friendship and art. They know that scheduling purposeful and joyful experiences for your children is important to your family, and it is for this reason that they have developed this summer program. More information with a schedule and available workshops can be found at www.malibuartbarn.com.
 
 
“My Blog Is Also Paying My Bills”
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/My-Blog-Is-Also-Paying-My-nytimes-1951716015.html 
 
 
It’s time to think about new patio furniture
YourPatioStore.com is a fantastic storefront for your new patio furniture, which you are probably needing at this time of the year. They have beautiful dining sets and chaise loungers, and comfortable for sitting around your firepit. Lots to choose from with great cushions and furniture and grill covers to keep your patio furniture looking new all the time.
www.YourPatioStore.com 
 
 
Yoga Boot Camp for Women only, going strong in Calabasas.
Tuesdays – Fridays from 6 – 7am
Held at Inner Power Yoga Studio, Calabasas. Limited space available, call today to reserve you spot. Four week session for $200 (a low 12.50 per workout) Combining strenth & endurance training, with Cardio & yoga for the perfect morning blend. Mention Jen’s list when you sign up and you will receive a free Mind and Body Workout T-shirt.
Call Kim at (818)640-2300 or email iamjustkim@aol.com.
 
 
4GOOD 2nd Annual Book Drive
Sunday, June 5th from 11am-2pm
Bring your gently used books to Carney’s 
12601 Ventura Blvd in Studio City
4GOOD is partnering with BookEnds to help restock the library of a local elementary school in need. Especially looking for elementary aged books but you can donate any kids or adult books! Donate a book and receive a FREE LARGE DRINK* from Carney’s. Carney’s will donate 15% of the sales proceeds to 4GOOD! There will be a fun kids art project and face painting too!
*Certain coupon restrictions apply.
www.4goodcommunity.org
 
 
All Children’s Items Deep Discounts
Friday, June 3rd – Sunday, June 5th 
Huge children’s consignment sale – right next door to DSW in Northridge. Buy everything you need for summer, fall and winter – trikes/bikes, clothes, books, toys, furniture and accessories. Special 50% off sale on Sunday June 5th only – many consignors offering even deeper discounts!
www.valleykidsconsignment.com
 
 
Crush – 26 Real-Life Tales of First Love
Readers will fall head over heels for this nostalgic and irreverent collection. Twenty-six bestselling authors return to the teenage bedrooms, school hallways, and college dorms of their youth to share passionate essays of love lost and found and lessons learned along the way. Whether heartbreaking or hilarious, their soul-baring honesty reminds us to keep reaching for true love wherever we can find it and for as long as it takes. Their intimate reflections will fascinate and move any reader who remembers her first love.
http://www.amazon.com/Crush-26-Real-lifeTales-First-Love/dp/0373892330  


LET YOUR MAGNIFICENCE SHINE!
Sunday, June 5th from 9:30-5:00pm in LA (Beverlywood area)
Stop playing small… Connect, Awaken & Discover ALL you can be! Powerful One Day Workshop for Women. In this workshop you will experience: Identifying & Asking for What You Want • Connecting with Your Inner Wisdom • Supporting Yourself to Take BOLD Action • Breaking through Your Limiting Beliefs • Tools for Transforming Your Personal & Professional Life. Bring a Friend & Early Reg Discount available! Special extended discount for JEN’S LIST members. To SIGN-UP, or more info, visit http://www.getupgirl.org/events-1Day.htm.
Email: margalit@getupgirl.org call 323.445.1661 with any questions.
 
 
Brigade Skate Camp
A safe enviroment for all levels of skateboarding. The staff are well experience instructors who have been skateing for years. They provide 1 instructor for every 5 kids to assure that all kids are getting the full attention that is needed. Their goal is to introduce skateboarding to new participants, and progress the experience to the next level.
http://brigadeskatecamp.com/
 
 
Treat yourself to a amazing hair for the summer
Referred by Jens List member – o_hanson@roadrunner.comMy hairstylist, Karin Maihart, is offering deals for first-time clients. She is a highlight specialist, and she will make you look and feel beautiful. She knows what it’s like to be a busy mom, and she’ll work with your schedule. I’ve been going to her for eleven years, and I always get compliments on my hair. Her salon is in Brentwood, and it’s  only 20 minutes from the valley (just avoid rush-hour times); there’s ample free parking behind the salon.
For more info, visit http://cazhair.com/ or call 310-826-1158.
 
 
Kid’s Club at The Lakes at Thousand Oaks – “Melissa’s Music”
First Wednesday of Every Month at 11 a.m. – June 1stDirect from New York City, Melissa brings a show full of wonderful original music and classic songs everyone knows and loves. Her show is full of interactive toe tapping fun. Melissa is a trained Music & Movement Specialist so you know her show will get everyone involved.
www.shoplakes.com
2200 E Thousand Oaks Boulevard in Thousand Oaks
 
 
I Knew All the Answers, But my Mind Went Blank
Turn your inner saboteur into an inner ally. If your child suffers from test stress, anxiety and panic attacks, they will test poorly on SAT’s, LSAT’s and other critical testing situations, which can adversely affect their entire academic and professional goals. Since 2003, there has been an 80% Pass Rate with law students preparing for the California State Bar.  Help your child reduce stress, improve memory, brain function, test performance, confidence, self esteem, health and wellness through holistic stress reduction course in Topanga.
www.passingperformance.com



 
Dog Walker
An experienced dog walker to walk and take care of your pet.
Contact kesha0135@yahoo.com.
 
 
Are you the fix-it guy/gal at your home?
10 basic must-have DIY tools.
http://blog.oregonlive.com/homesandgardens/2011/05/must-have_diy_tools.html 



 
$50 Off a Facial Experience with Visible Improvement at Faces by Lisa B on Riverside Drive
Faces By Lisa B offers state of  the art stem cell, oxygen, and custom enzymes for all skin problems, including acne, hyper pigmentation, sun damage and aging. Discount only good for 1st time clients.
Lisabmkup@gmail.com



 


 



Culinary Marketing Consultant
Branding may be born out of marketing, but brand strategy offers business something far more valuable. Using conventional wisdom coupled with unconventional thinking, designing concepts to get you excited about moving your business forward. With 20 years experience in the food business, approaching your business from both culinary and marketing angles that ensure results that are bankable and on-target.
Call (310) 488-5074 or (310) 488-5074.


 

New Gluten Free Cookbook! Over 150 Recipes. Great for Kids and Family!
The No Excuses Gluten Free Cookbook was written by two sisters in pursuit of GREAT Gluten Free baked goods…This book of 150 recipes contains family favorites: Waffles, Pizza, Brownies, Birthday Cakes, Tamales, Lasagane, Chocolate Chip Cookies. Everything will taste as good as regular food and often times better. Don’t deprive you Gluten Free kids of their favorite foods…give them NO EXCUSES gluten free baked goods and keep them happy.  You will love this book.  Learn to enjoy cooking again!
http://noexcusesglutenfreecookbook.com
 
 
Empowering children to make their food decisions
Are you up for a 2-week experiment? Children can learn rational, intuitive eating by exploring foods and helping themselves to food from a “family platter” or “family bowl.” The more a young child can select on his/her own meal portions, the more responsibility is taken in making independent food choices. The more that responsibility is taken, the stronger the child’s confidence and sense of self, and independent choice eating is a way to enrich and deepen your family’s experience together.
http://lamommagazine.com/empowering-children-to-make-their-food-decisions/ 
 
 
Restore the Youthful Glow of Your Skin
Get up to 40% off. It’s summer time, give your skin a super boost. Cleanse away dull, dry, sluggish skin. Bella has a facial menu with over 20 custom skincare treatments implementing cutting edge European skin care products. Oxygen, Red Light Therapy, Ultrasonic Spatula and more. Bella is  trained in the true European tradition of the finest in skin care. Timeless ingredients and gentle, but rigorous regiments shape her attention to every cell through formal training and working in spas. Eyebrow shaping and waxing are also part of the excellent services Bella offers. Appointments available in Malibu and Woodland Hills. Gift certificates available.
Call (310) 529-8083 and mention Jen’s List.
 
 
USHER OMG Tour Tickets – Floor and 200 Level at Cost
Wednesday, June 1st at 8 PM at Staples Center
2 or 4 Floor Tickets in Floor 6 or 2nd Row Aisle seats in Section 210.
$100/ticket. Call 310-614-1477
 
 
Pasta and fresh vegetables in season
8 versions of pasta primavera from Mark Bittman.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/05/15/magazine/mark-bittman-the-pasta-primavera-remix.html


 

Exclusive Cooking Class Featuring 2 “Top Chef Masters” + 2 “Too Hot Tamales”
Saturday, July 23rd at 11am or 2pm
Celebrity Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger teach you how to cook like “Top Chef Masters” in true “Too Hot Tamales” style at an exclusive Border Grill cooking class. Join them for a demonstration-style cooking class at Border Grill Downtown LA, including a multi-course lunch, signature cocktails, and a recipe booklet – all for only $75. Classes fill up fast so call (213) 486-5171 to make your reservations.
Border Grill – 445 S. Figueroa Street in Los Angeles
www.bordergrill.com