Monday June 6, 2011

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.

 
 
Today in History
Rose Month
National Yo Yo Day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=50
National Gardening Exercise Day
Chrysler Corporation is founded. (1925)
The first drive-in theater opened in Camden, New Jersey. (1933)
D Day, WWII
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
 
 
Children’s Arts Institute
Does Your Young Teen Love Fashion? Would they like to learn to Design and Sew their own Creations? The Design Program of the Children’s Arts Institute in Van Nuys is for 12-15 year old students interested in clothing and accessory design & construction. The Program is taught by Corrie Osuna, professional designer and instructor for the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising.Monday-Friday from 12:30-3:30 p.m. 
Session 1: June 27-July 22
Session 2: July 25-Aug. 19
http://childrensartsinstitute.com/design-program
 
 
$20 for $40 Worth of Merchandise from the Buti-Bag Company
Spend just $20 for $40 worth of merchandise from the Buti-Bag Company – perfect carry-alls and accessories for moms on the go! If you’ve ever hunted through the mess that is a diaper bag, you know that being able to pull out the necessities for a quick diaper change can be a challenge. In step the good people at the Buti-Bag Company, who make compact bundles in bright colors that carry diapers and wipes in one neat package. They also sell the ever popular kuff-its, that extend the life of your child’s flooding pants. At half off, you can splurge on other Buti-Bag items: binkmeisters, blankets, loveys and more, at a very affordable price.
www.familyfinds.com/jenslist
 
 
We Rock The Spectrum Kids Gym Annouces Coach Kee’s “Fun Fitness Summer Camp”
June 27th – August 25th – For ages 4 to 7
Monday-Thursday from 9am-1pm & Fridays from 9am-11am
Aftercare available until 4pm at $5 an hour per child on Mon., Tues. & Wed.
$45 per day(includes lunch and all snacks)
Daily Activities include: 2 hours of fun fitness routines, nutritional workshops, hip hop dance, sign language, arts & crafts & cooking!
Friday Field Trips to CPK, Corbin Bowl & Yogen Fruz.
Youth Fitness Bootcamo also available daily – Mon.-Thurs .from 5pm to 7pm. Lose weight, burn fat, increase cardio vascular endurance & nutritional workshops.
5520 Crebs Ave in Tarzana
818-708-0860
www.werockthespectrumkidsgym.com
 
 
Safe and Cared For – Nothing is More Important!
Classic Nannies Provides Qualified, Experienced:
.Newborn Specialists
.Personal Assistants
.Estate Managers
.Tutors
.Personal Chefs
.Doulas
Classic Nannies diligently screens all candidates. The professional staff lives locally providing affordable services. They have placed candidates to work with families and single parents. The nannies live-in and live-out on a full time or part time basis. All Jen’s List members get a special discount when mentioning this ad.
818-274-2300
www.classicnannies.com
 
 
Play and Grow Smart-er
http://levinsonfamily.blogspot.com/2011/06/play-and-grow-smart-er-tips.html 
 

Looking for a FRESH way to celebrate your child’s birthday?
How about a make your own pizza party?! Each child is given a Fresh Brother’s pizza box to label and decorate with stickers, markers, and crayons. The children then get to create their own edible masterpieces! Once cooked, pizzas are placed back into their boxes and brought out to the dining area. Includes pizza, a drink & an “I Made My Own” T-shirt. Additional add-on’s available. Pricing available for small or large groups. For more info, email debbie@freshbrothers.com.
www.freshbrothers.com
 
 
Katie B. Photography Father’s Day Mini Sessions
Tuesday, June 7th and Wednesday June 8thThis is a great way to get mid year photos and surprise your guy (and dad) with a Father’s Day Gift to last a lifetime. Email ktbphoto@aol.com or call 310-344-1982 for details and availability and mention Jen’s List for a complimentary 8×10 print and 20% off desktop frames. Visit www.katiebphoto.com for more info and become a fan at http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Katie-B-Photography/145619780355. 
 

BEASTLY themed video games for Nintendo Wii and DS Jens List Giveaway
Kyle Kingson is the spoiled, shallow prince of his high school kingdom but when he humiliates a witch-like classmate, she retaliates by transforming him into someone as unattractive on the outside as he is on the inside. Now he has one year to find someone to love him in his new physical state – or he will remain “Beastly” forever. Play the companion video game to the exciting CBS Films motion picture and live the fantasy.
http://www.stormcitygames.com/beastly/
Email your email address & telephone number by Monday, June 6th at 11:59pm (PST) to sfvmom@gmail.com. Only one email per email address duplicates will deleted. No substitutions please. Winner will be chosen by Tues., June 7th and notified by email. 
 

Quote Actions
A series of short emails containing an interesting or inspirational quote followed by a recommended action to help brighten your day.
http://www.quoteactions.com/a/profile/257
 
 
Last Chance to get AMAZING deals on these BUY IT NOW Auction Items
http://levinsonfamily.blogspot.com/2011/05/round-meadow-online-buy-it-now-silent.html
 
 
High Heel in a Haystack’s Style Tip of the Week:
Ever wonder if your sunglasses look good on you? I mean, you hope they do. But how do you know for sure? You can’t always trust your friend because she may tell you they look great so she doesn’t hurt your feelings. But how do you really know? Here are some easy tips: If your eyes are not directly in the center of the frames they are not the right size for your face. If your face is Round: square or rectangle glasses look best. Avoid round pairs. Heart: rounded styles. Avoid wide frames. Square: Rounded frames or Aviator. Avoid boxy frames. Long: oversize, round or oval pairs. Avoid small or narrow glasses. Oval: Pretty much anything goes so have fun!
www.highheelinahaystack.com 
 
 
CASTING
Families with Teen Troubles
The company that brings you Undercover Boss is making a new family show.  The show is positive, uplifting, and will offer solutions to families with teen troubles.  Does your teen break all the rules, act out, talk back, smoke, drink, is your child a victim of peer pressure or bullying?  Have you tried everything, but nothing is working? Email a brief description of your kids’ problems and two family photos, with your name, email, city and # to FamilyShowInfo@Gmail.com.
AND
New Positive, Uplifting, Family show.
This is a “Feel Good” show bringing families together. In fact, its tentatively titled, “It Takes a Village.” If you know of a family in crisis, (out-of-control teens, marriage on the rocks, issues with bullying at school, or a family struggling with a drastic change, birth, death, illness, or divorce), contact Sherry at 424-258-2276.
 
 
Liposuction models and patients wanted for a clinical study
Liposuction fees reduced by 50%, three areas for $2500.00. You will have your choice of Liposuction techniques. Must be willing to have procedure done by June 30, 2011. Contact Yvette Parsons or Helen Chan at 818-602-8574 for details, a telephone screening consultation and to set up your complimentary in office consultation.
David R. Milstein, M.D.
16260 Ventura Blvd. #315 in Encino,  91436
www.LABodySculpture.com
 

Celebrate Father’s Day by treating dad to a clean car seat or spiffing up that much loved jogging stroller!
Sunday, June 19th from 11-2 in Encino
CleanBeeBaby is offering 50% off stroller and car seat cleaning at their special Father’s Day event at Mother’s Haven in Encino. Stop by and enter the raffle: one lucky dad will also win a free car wash – interior AND exterior – to get rid of all those cheerios! CleanBeeBaby’s team of Certified Car Seat Safety Technicians will help reinstall car seats after they’ve been steam cleaned. Book a 30 minute appointment online to take advantage of this special promo. Visit www.cleanbeebaby.com to book your spot now or to purchase a gift card for use at a later time.
www.shopthehaven.com 

 
Your Family Restaurant – Make teaching young children table manners into a game
This game, which eliminates nagging, serves to introduce manners, describes how to behave as a ‘customer’ as well as ‘server’ and rules for ordering food/drink, and uses a file folder/chart with pictures/drawings. Tells what to put into a “restaurant bag.”
http://www.cantonrep.com/life/advice/x1042542796/Family-Matters-Make-teaching-children-table-manners-into-a-game 
 
 
Celebrate your newest little miracle while keeping your big sibling involved
Announce the news of your growing family with a fun and sassy big brother or big sister t-shirt. There is also a collection of children’s plates and serve up each meal with lots of love for the older child who may need to feel extra special during this time of transition. Or celebrate your child becoming a big sister or big brother by throwing a party! Invite guests to a sibling celebration with a printable customized party kit, which includes templates for invitations and matching party supplies.
http://bbstees.com/
 

Tips on sunscreen for your child
http://www.webmd.com/parenting/features/summer-sun-protection-for-kids 
 

Summer Camp Care Package(s) Giveaway
One lucky Jen’s List reader will win a series of 3 summer camp packages from Sealed  With a Kiss, the Original Care Package Company. Visit www.eswak.com to peruse the fabulous selection of games, toys, puzzles, plush animals, autograph pillows, fun books, tweens jewelry, and so much more. How to enter:  Email name, phone number and email address to bpetty@eswak.com. Value is limited to $200 retail value including shipping. Everyone who registers will receive a coupon code for 20% off shipping. Must register by 11:59PM (PST) June 10th. Winner will be notified on June 11th via email. 
 

Plant future Jack-O-Lanterns
Plant now. To grow autographed pumpkins: when the size of a cantaloupe still attached to the plant, carve a name in the skin with a nail. The pumpkin will scar over the letter as it grows.  Maybe etch a face… will it distort as it grows?
http://blog.oregonlive.com/homesandgardens/2011/05/ 
 
 
Larchmont Charter School WeHo Music Night Fundraiser & Auction
Host – Rubin from KROQ
Sunday, June 12th from 6-10pm
http://www.larchmontcharterweho.com/Music_Poster.html
 
 
Mitzvah!
Trippypics Photography is happy to announce a 20% “Jen’s List” discount on all Bar and Bat Mitzvah photography sessions. Call Mark Tripp at (310) 750-5728 or email trippypics@yahoo.com to schedule your session today. Prints and digital files sold separately.
Visit www.trippypics.biz and click on Mitzvah!
 
 
Hungry 13-year-old boy on the loose after school
Do you have one or more of those? Here’s a discussion with lots of ideas about afternoon snacks for the young and famished.
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/771301 
 
 
A Wall of Silence: When Mom Has Depression
http://m.parents.com/baby/health/postpartum-depression/signs-symptoms/ 
 
 
Personal Training by Victoria: Parent & Kid Focused Personal Trainer
“My personal trainer Victora Pal has been a life saver for me, emotionally and physically.  Her patience and expertise on physical activity; nutrition; and emotional well-being, have made her an integral part of my life.” – Jen’s List reader.  Victoria trains parents and young children to help achieve physical fitness and strength.  
www.personaltrainingbyvictoria.com/ 
 

If you found a lost camera – forgotten on a bench, dropped in the street, or otherwise – what would you do?
http://www.ifoundyourcamera.net/ 
 

Alex’s Lemonade Stand
Sat. & Sun., June 11th-12th from 11am-5pm
Join Whole Foods Porter Ranch for National Lemonade Days! Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation will be at the store as part of a very special nationwide fundraising event for pediatric cancer research. Through sheer optimism and determination, founder Alexandra Scott raised over $2000 at her very first lemonade stand. Since then, millions of dollars have been raised in her name to help fight childhood cancer.
http://www.alexslemonade.org
 
 
The Golf Ball Massage
The KaddyBACK: Massage your difficult-to-reach upper back muscles with a deep-penetrating golf ball-HANDS-FREE.
In the office, on an airplane, in the car, it travels everywhere for effective pressure-point therapy ON THE GO.
The SPAball Kaddy: Give deep therapeutic Golf Ball Massage to yourself or your partner using your own golf ball. Take anywhere; use any time. A pre- and post-game necessity.
See GOLF BALL MASSAGE and the SPAball Kaddy featured on the CBS TV Show The Doctors on November 2010 at
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2lcJkd5Pak&feature=channel_video_title.
www.golfballmassage.com
 

KIDS ROCK 2011
Sat., June 11th from 11am – 5pm
A FREE concert featuring 5 big time family music artists & a full array of nature-oriented activities, all to benefit the Children’s Nature Institute. Along with activities that teach the importance of environmental awareness, eco-art booths, animal exhibits & healthy cuisine from the food truck scene will be performances by family music artists Rhythm Child, Randy Kaplan, David Tobocman, Renee & Jeremy and Ozokids (the family music alter-ego of the band, Ozomatli). The Children’s Nature Institute opens young minds to the wonders and joys of nature. CNI provides hands-on educational programs for the children of LA, reaching 15,000 kids a year and underserved youth at over 100 inner-city schools/shelters.
www.childrensnatureinstitute.org 
 
 
The Supernatural Kids Cookbook will be at the Studio City Farmer’s Market
Sunday, June 12th
This brand new cookbook for kids contains more than 70 delicious and tasty recipes created especially for budding junior chefs. Easy to follow and full of nutritious treats, this culinary delight makes a great birthday gift. Come by the Farmer’s Market and meet author and chef Nancy Mehagian. For more info, check out the Supernatural Kids Cookbook at http://www.amazon.com/Supernatural-Kids-Cookbook-Nancy-Mehagian/dp/0615437915. 
 

“Creative Genius On-The Go!” a New App for Busy Parents to Teach Creative Thinking to Their Children
Jr Imagination™ announced the availability of a new creative thinking app for iPhone and iPod touch, “Creative Genius On-the-Go!™” It provides open-ended creativity for young minds with 150 quick challenges, diversions, and scenarios that can be played anytime, anywhere. The app contains short, written prompts offering activities that children can play independently, or with a friend or sibling. It’s also a great opportunity for lively interaction between parents and their kids.
http://itunes.apple.com/app/creative-genius-on-the-go/id434743831?mt=8#
 
 
Garage Tile Pros Fathers Day Special…
20% off all Orders for the Month of June… Taking the average Garage 20ft by 20ft down to $1100! Give that guy in your life what he has always wanted!! That customized Garage floor that matches his car, boat, motorcycle or simply his favorite colors. Here at Garage Tile Pros we are the Experts in FREE floating modular floors. A flooring system that requires no adhesive or toxic chemicals and installs in a matter of hours. Talk about instant gratification!! Simply snap and go or we can have a GT Pro install it for you. Each tile holds up to 10,000 pounds per square inch so it’s made for cars to park on and heavy traffic. Comes with a 10 year warranty.
Go to www.Garagetilepros.com for more info or call
805-276-8163
 
 
Author Book Reading & Discussion – Donner Party
Thursday, June 9th from 7:30-9pm
CV Mothers & More hosts Gabrielle Burton who will read from and discuss her latest books: her memoir, Searching for Tamsen Donner, and her novel, Impatient with Desire: the Lost Journal of Tamsen Donner. She will also talk about how the desire to live a life fully while being a writer, wife, and mother drove her and her husband to create new ways of parenting and sharing household chores, as well as sharing adventure as a family.
Westlake Civic Center
31200 East Oak Crest Drive in Westlake Village
www.conejovalleymothersandmore.org
 
 
Dads Love Their Home Movies!
Give Dad a gift he’ll truly enjoy and transfer all his home movie tapes to DVD. Now thru Father’s Day when Jen’s List members transfer 2 tapes (any format) to DVD they receive a 3rd tape transfer free! Convert all his old home movie tapes to DVD with personalized interactive 3D menus and smart chapter breaks. All DVDs come with a lifetime guarantee. And check out our celebrated photo/video montages for all occasions and see why total strangers say “I cried and I don’t even know these people!”
http://www.aaumontages.com/tape-to-dvd-transfers.html
 
 
MUSIC/VOICE LESSON LEADS
Guitar / Vocal / Music Lessons
Learn songs, technique, theory, songwriting, (beginning and intermediate.) Guitar with a vocal combo lesson upon request. ($45 for 45min at your house!) GROUP rate negotiable. Call Jen at 310-993-1134.
AND
FUN piano/voice teacher available!
Do you want a fun, dynamic voice and piano teacher to come teach in your home?
2005 graduate of Northwestern University and DePaul University with a Bachelor and a Master of Music.  Upcoming performances with LA Opera in 2011-2012 season. Performed with Utah Opera, Sarasota Opera and the Chicago Opera Theater.  Over 8 years of private teaching experience. Currently teaching at Green Brooms Music Academy in Santa Monica, Beverly Hills HIgh School, and Palos Verdes High School. All styles/ages! Email melissa.treinkman@gmail.com.
AND
Piano lesson/Accompanist
Would you like to start a piano lesson in summer vacation? Be able to play a beautiful sonata at your family parties?
This is an opportunity to give your child or yourself the best gift you could ever give. Contact Miss Lin at (818)590-4411. $30 for 30 mins. First lesson is FREE.