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• Outdoor speakers wirelessly controlled by your iPhone • Your WiFi signal reaching everywhere • Netflix/Skype on all devices • A Flat screen TV mount with no wires • A Universal remote control • No more spyware/viruses on your PC • Wirelessly printing from iPhone/iPad • Remotely monitoring your kids with parental control software & hidden nanny cam • Saving over $100 on a new Mac. Ask how! Affordable pricing, reliable & punctual. Have an emergency? Text (818)485-1444. Get a FREE Apple TV. Ask how! Today in History Former Vice President Aaron Burr kills Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton in a duel. (1804) Skylab space station re-enters the earth’s atmosphere. Pieces land in the Indian Ocean and in Australia. (1979) Cheer up the Lonely Day World Population Day www.history.com/this-day-in-history A Place to Create Summer Art Camp for kids at A Place to Create in charming Atwater Village (between Los Feliz and Glendale). There are weeklong sessions until August 19th. Each week has a different age group and theme from – Fairy Tales, FIber Arts, to Pets Galore! Come and join the creative fun that will include theatrical play, stories as well as lots of fun art projects. Visit www.aplacetocreate.net or call 323.668.0680 for more info. $15 for $30 at FreckleBox.com, super cute personalized lunch boxes, books, puzzles, and more! Everything is better when it has your name on it! Just ask your kids. FreckleBox.com is a unique site where you can purchase truly special, one-of-a-kind personalized gifts. Their growing selection of products includes personalized books, coloring books, puzzles, posters, party favors, stickers, journal books, placemats, growth charts and more. Check out their best selling product, the “My Name Is…” book, which teaches a child to spell their own name by displaying it in unique imagery such as clouds in the sky, ladybugs on a leaf, pigeons in the park and more. www.familyfinds.com/jenslist SAFE & 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 Moms and Dads get a special discount when mentioning this ad. 818-274-2300 www.classicnannies.com CBS Just Rated Water Whisperer Swim School As One of the Best Swim Lessons in L.A. http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/top-lists/best-swim-lessons-in-los-angeles/ Swim in ten lessons. Two summers ago, educator Emily Cohen M.Ed, who developed the program, helped my then 4 yr olds, who were afraid, swim & become safer in the water. The WW has many happy Jen’s List’s clients! Click http://www.thewaterwhisperer.com/videoandpics.html to see all of the WW’s videos & read testimonials. Over 95% success rate in getting kids 3 and up (but they start with babies) to swim in 10 lessons. Gentle, developmental and creative. Heated, saline, covered pool. In Sherman Oaks & Woodland Hills. Mention Jen’s List and get $15 off round of Privates if you sign up by July 17th. www.thewaterwhisperer.com High Heel in a Haystack’s Style Tip of the Week: The more an item costs, the more seriously you want to consider the following: 1. Where are you wearing this? 2. How often will you wear it? Every week? Every month? 3. Can you picture yourself wearing it next season? …and the following season? 4. How much effort are you willing to put in? Meaning, will hand washing or dry-cleaning prevent you from wearing it regularly? www.highheelinahaystack.com These animals need a home! Bosto and Scrappy were abandoned by their owner who lost his home in a foreclosure They had been living in the backyard without comfort or love. They have since been rescued and are now at a Rescue Vet in Los Angeles. They are all cleaned up, vaccinated, and ready for a forever home. They are both mixed breeds, about 4 years old, and are both friendly and affectionate! If you are interested in fostering or adopting, contact jwish12@aol.com ASAP! Scrappy – http://youtu.be/TJDxyggWnHo Bosto – http://youtu.be/3Qq52x9kY6o AND A mother cat was dumped at an apartment building with her kittens The mother and now one of the kittens (thanks to Jen’s List!) has a home, but his brother still needs a home. The other two are too shy still to place unless someone is willing to wait it out. The grey and white one is VERY playful and friendly. He is so sweet. He has been in the bathroom for almost a week and hasn’t even tried to get out even though he has played in there non-stop. He will be a great addition to a family with or w/o kids. If interested, email natashalevinger@gmail.com. These “Rock Stars” are only ten and eleven years old but they can mesmerize a crowd SuperMommyNot.com caught up with the Rockaholix at one of their recent gigs at the Key Club in Hollywood. They were auditioning lead singers that night. Take a listen! http://www.supermommynot.com/index.cfm?story=63 Don’t miss 1/2 off Disney’s CARS 2 movie at El Capitan Theater and CARS 2 post adventure experience following the show! A great family summer outing! Go to http://www.plumdistrict.com/moms/discount/los-angeles for this and other great deals! REMODEL YOUR HOME! Capital Construction is simply the best. They listen to YOU: what you want, what you need, and what is in your budget. Their crew is clean, fast & efficient, helpful, and they do beautiful work. Not to mention, customer service their #1 priority. Call them at 323-951-9897 or visit www.CapitalBuilds.com. Safety First A public safety, community news and information service of the Los Angeles Police Protective League. Formed in 1923, the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) represents the more than 9,900 dedicated and professional sworn members of the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPPL serves to advance the interests of LAPD officers through legislative and legal advocacy, political action and education. The LAPPL can be found on the Web at www.LAPD.com. www.PublicSafetyFirst.com A laundry basket’s worth of clothes-washing tips Water temp, animal vs. plant fibers, bust rust, hand washables, odors, muddy knees. http://blog.oregonlive.com/homesandgardens/2011/06/ Charity Golf Tournament Monday, November 7th from 9am-7p Patrick Lufrano Insurance Agency will be hosting its 5th Golf Tournament this year. The proceeds of the tournament will benefit St. Jude Childrens’ Research Hospital and Susan G Komen 3 Day for a Cure- Team Save the Twins. They are looking for donations to the Silent Auction, Live Auction, and Raffle. Visit www.lufranocharitygolf.com for more information on how to donate and/or participate. Your Junior Chef can make Ricotta Cheese Parental supervision. Tools – cheesecloth, colander, saucepan, candy/deep fry thermometer, bowl, stirring spoon, airtight container. Ingredients – whole milk, heavy cream, sea salt, lemon juice. Total time every 2-1/2 hours. Entertaining blog with exhaustive comments. Yummy possibilities for the fresh ricotta. http://smittenkitchen.com/2011/06/rich-homemade-ricotta/#more-7604 Lap Games and Lullabies Mommy and Me Class! July 11th at 1pm Young children and babies love singing, clapping and playing games. Singing a baby to sleep is a wonderful way to end a busy day and can be part of a soothing routine to help your child drift away gently. They will share favorite classic lullabyes that you may have grown up with but forgotten and you will learn lap games and nursery rhymes that your child will enjoy for many years. Discover time tested ways to keep children entertained and to help sooth them at the end of a busy day. Meet new Mom’s in a beautiful, supportive and nurturing space. RSVP to rachel@binibirth.com. $20 per class. BINI Birth 5355 Cartwright Ave. Unit 313 in North Hollywood, 91601 Escape Carmaggedon at Temple Beth Hillel’s Seventh Annual Mah Jongg Fest July 17th from 8:30am-4:30pm What better way to escape “carmageddon” than SIX rounds of Mah Jongg at Temple Beth Hillel’s Seventh Annual Mah Jongg Fest! All players welcome, including beginners, intermediate and advanced levels. This fun day includes a breakfast nosh and buffet lunch. Bring your 2011 Mah Jongg card if you have one. RSVP to ensure your place at the table to fsgoldberg@turner-law.com. www.thbla.org A fan of asparagus? “Recipe” ideas from smart home cooks. http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/785096 New Group starting: TEEN VOICE. Mondays at 4pm in Woodland Hills Ariella Vaccarino, (creator of Voice Lessons TO GO), and voice teacher for 18 years is beginning a new Group Sing Class especially for teenage singers. Classes will include: vocal warm-ups, singing advice, music terminology, solfege, singing through and learning new songs, as well as solo time. Call Ariella at 818) 593-2038 or email ariella@voicelessonstogo.com for more info. www.voicelessonstogo.com http://web.me.com/sso2005/Site/Group_Sing.html Kim’s Cause at California Pizza Kitchen at The Lakes location in Thousand Oaks Tues., July 12th from 11am-9pm Kim will receive 20% of check PLUS The Talbert Family Foundation will match 100% monies raised! Don’t forget to print and bring in flyer below. This will help Kim out tremendously with her monthly living expenses! http://www.talbertfamilyfoundation.org/pages/Kim.html www.facebook.com/kimscause CALABASAS PSYCHOTHERAPY OFFICE AVAILABLE Sept 1st Looking for a psychotherapist to lease the third office in a suite of three large offices. Beautiful complex, central Calabasas location, walk across the street to The Commons shopping area. Very reasonable rent for very spacious, unfurnished office. Call Dana at 310-569-0514. Children’s Books about Warm Weather Fun http://www.naeyc.org/content/childrens-books-about-warm-weather-fun Need A Family Vacation? Better Get Going Now. Looking for a great family vacation for this summer? Don’t waste your time crawling every website. Smart-Travelers has done the legwork specifically for family travel. They provide information, links and even Top 10 destinations. http://www.smart-travelers.com Moms, What’s in Your Closet? Personal Shopper For Moms Introductory Offer! Do you need to revamp your wardrobe? Update your look? Change it altogether? Joni will transform you into the stylish mom you want to be. She’ll help you clean out closets and drawers, fill in wardrobe holes and take you shopping. Contact Joni now for an introductory personal shopper package: 30 minute consultation, 1 hour of purging closets/drawers, and 1 1/2 hours of shopping for $125.00. Email mugweed@gmail.com. www.thepersonalshopperformoms.blogspot.com Summer Science Fun and the Human Body Nutrition and Cooking with your child http://mailer.lamommagazine.com/lists/ A company by moms, for moms Working with some of the country’s foremost experts, they serve to enrich, empower, and educate both parent and child. Their aim is to assist preschool children (ages 3-6) in developing character, a stronger sense of self-worth, and solid problem-solving skills through a series of stylish and educational DVDs, iPhone Apps, books, and related products. The products take a wholesome, real-life approach to exploring common childhood experiences. From the everyday (feelings, friendship, healthy eating, getting out the angries) to the harder-to-talk-about topics that some families face (illness, divorce, death), TMC helps educate children while also providing adults with parenting tips provided within the context of each show’s theme. www.themotherco.com The Children’s Dept of “The-J” Preschool Now enrolling for the Fall 2011 -2012 school year! Become part of a warm and welcoming Jewish community preschool and discover a world of friendship for you and your little one, Preschool 2.6 years old to 5 years old, Transition: 2 years old. We offer half day and full day classes. The kids learn about culture, science, art, cooking, social skills and much more Located in the Santa Clarita Valley, Try a class and leave feeling part of feeling part of the community. Call Bari at 661-877-7121. www.nvjcc.org Great part time job with mom hours Small public relations firm in Sherman Oaks needs data entry/bookkeeper for part time job. They will need you to answer phones, input data, and run the occasional errand. Applicants should be self-motivated, detail oriented, and be able to work alone on a PC and Mac. Hours would be Monday-Friday, 10-2 (with no dress code), which makes it a great Mom job. Please send resumes to samantha@sedakafamily.com. For the science geek kid – make electrical circuits using homemade playdough Insulating and conductive playdough to make circuits: basic LED, parallel, series. Hook up a motor or buzzer. Cool. http://howto.wired.com/wiki/Make_Homemade_Playdough_Circuits Add a little Rock N Roll to your next kids party with KARAOKE! Sing Out Loud Karaoke is the latest hit in birthday entertainment for kids 8 years old and up! Owner Gina Mooring has been providing karaoke for kids parties, school events and family gatherings for 9 years. Don’t spend another moment worrying about a new innovative way to throw your next party! Mention Jen’s List and get a free 1/2 hour added to your karaoke party. Email ginapartydj@gmail.com for further information. www.singoutloudkaraoke.com Absolute Beginner Tap Dance for Adults & Teens Tuesdays 10-11am Broadway-style tap dance classes that start from the very beginning- no dance experience necessary. Shoes available for rent. 3-week series starts 7/12. New classes start each month. Level I & II also available. www.tapaholictapclasses.com Kids and Concussions Hits on the head nearly all (you know it’s true) from sports – science helps diagnosis. (Jeffrey Kluger) What to do about it. (Dr. Oz) A graphic to show what happens in the brain. http://www.time.com/time/specials/packages/ Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute Friday, July 15th between 1:30-3:30 pm OPEN CALL! Is your child interested in acting? Come to the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute! Classes in Acting, On Camera, Musical Video, Improvisation and Creative Movement. Young Actors at Strasberg is offering a special limited offer on their 2-week summer intensive for children ages 8-10. Email your name and the name & age of your child to maxine@strasberg.com to apply. Bring your child (along with a photo). Price: $150, valued at $925. 7936 Santa Monica Blvd. in West Hollywood www.strasberg.com Come be part of the Kids Camp at Spectrum Clubs West Hills. NO MEMBERSHIP REQ! ~ Swimming ~ Arts and Craft ~ WATER Slides ~ Fitness Classes ~ In door Playground ~ GO KARTs ~ Bounce House ~ Basketball Court ~ Themed Activities ~ Reptile Day ~ Putt Putt Golf….and MORE! AGES: 3-12. Daily and Weekly rates Available. Contact Spectrum Clubs at 818-884-5034. Entire Maternity Wardrobe (Motherhood, Gap, Old Navy) for sale! All clothes in very good condition. Mostly size Medium/10, some large/12. Includes the following: 25 blouses 20 t-shirts 9 long sleeve shirts 24 pants 6 jeans 3 dresses 4 shorts 6 sweaters 3 bathing suit/tankini tops 3 sweat suits 3 skirts Will also throw in 1 BeBand, 1 maternity pillow, and 7 bra extenders free! Would really like to sell entire collection as a unit. $500.00 obo for entire wardrobe–more than 100 items! Email alisonposter@yahoo.com to see or make an offer! Feel confident, connected and radiant as a parent Experience your TRUE Vitality and Compassion with your children this Summer. It begins with you. Live 5-Week Journey with Jolette Jai. Only $47 Now! http://bit.ly/nNLrv9, Coupon Code: JOURNEY.
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