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DriveWise Auto – Charity Driven Auto-Buying and Leasing Celebrating 800+ vehicle deliveries, DriveWise Auto helps many Jen’s List members with their vehicles, and with rave reviews! This Charity Driven company helps people buy & lease vehicles competitively, conveniently AND responsibly…does all the work, offers a no-hassle experience AND makes a donation for every purchase/lease. Choosing DriveWise Auto means choosing to have an unparalleled auto-buying or leasing experience, without giving up competitive pricing!
AWESOME forum for my kids and parents alike to talk about what they’re reading! Also a great place for people to recommend their favorite books, and perhaps create an online community/bookclub for kids that’s safe and fun. http://readmetheriotact.wordpress.com/
NEED WINDOW TREATMENTS? 20% off one custom drapery order + 10% off all Roller Shades! Jacoby Company, husband & wife team of Gary & Cory Jacoby have been creating fabulous custom window treatments,sensible shades & scintillating shutters since 1980! Together they make your home the showplace it was meant to be! UNTIL July 31st, get 20%off 1 drapery opening using their fabrics value up to $500 + 10% off Roller Shades. New orders only – cannot be combined. Reviewed on yelp/google. YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frEcbwPapL8. Call 818-999-3468 or email cory@jacobycompany.com.
Babyproof Your Marriage – Julia Kantor, LMFT Research shows that 70% of couples experience increased conflict/marital dissatisfaction in the first 3 years post-baby, regardless of how well they were doing before. One of the biggest issues is division of labor. What can help? -Decide together who will take charge of which domains keeping you out of the role of “gatekeeper” It doesn’t matter if you have traditional role division or if you’re totally egalitarian, the key is to make decisions consciously, avoiding built-up resentment. For info on consultations & mommy & me groups, call (310) 289-4459.
Wanna Dance in Tarzana? Today, Sunday, July 24th from 10:30am-11:30am Need something active to do this weekend and bored of your same workout routine? Join Celebrity Dance Fitness Expert, Ilyse Baker for Wanna Dance? at Rouhi Dance Studio 19320 Ventura Blvd., Tarzana, 91356. $15 a class and guaranteed FUN! To find out more information, email media@ilysebaker.com. Read testimonials about Ilyse and her classes: http://bit.ly/r7hbeS.
“LET’S DANCE!” COTILLION – ACCEPTING ENROLLMENT Beverly Hills Manners is proud to present season 3 of its modernized cotillion. Meeting the needs and desires of children today, our friendly, interactive and entertaining approach provides kids with the social and communication skills necessary to present themselves confidently in today’s increasingly competitive society. Each of the 6 sessions includes 45 minutes of dance and a 45 minute etiquette lesson with a special formal holiday dinner in November. Program runs once a month Sept. ’11 thru Mar ’12 / 3rd -7th Grades Only / Class Registration: $385. Jen’s List readers receive 10% off! For complete program info, click http://beverlyhillsmanners.com/pages/classes/pdf/Let’s%20Dance%20Cotillion%20Series.2011.pdf or call 310.276.9078.
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Populazzi Launch Party at Vroman’s Pasadena! Saturday, August 6th at 2pm Elise Allen, co-author of Hilary Duff’s New York Times bestselling “Elixir” and Emmy-award nominated television writer, will be at Vromans Pasadena (695 East Colorado Blvd, 91101) to launch her new Young Adult novel “Populazzi!” Come celebrate with Elise and enjoy music, free snacks, and lots of fun as she reads from the book, signs copies, and answers questions. For more information, email elise@eliseallen.com or visit www.eliseallen.com.
Kushies Baby USA Manufacturer of infant layette and much more for newborns to 24 months introduces a new soft and sumptuous Organic Jersey Sheet Collection. Made from 100 percent certified organic cotton, the new fitted sheet collection is available in three sizes, crib, playpen and bassinet. The Collection is offered in a color range of Blue, Mocha, Green, Pink, Ivory and White. All Kushies fitted sheets are fully elasticized for a perfect fit and sized to allow for shrinkage.Kushies Organic Jersey sheet collection is available for purchase now on www.kushiesonline.com and at specialty juvenile products stores nationwide.
The first Pregnant Mama and New Mama, Mommy and Me Support Group with Rachel Myers, Green Nest and Healthy Home Advocate! Meets Mondays, starting July 25tg from 1-2:3pm at the BINI Birth Lofts MomCycling encouraged! Bring clothes for Mom’s and Babies that you want to donate to one-another! Contact Rachel at 818-636-2223 or Rachel@binibirth.com for more info. $90 for 5 class series or $20/class. Renaissance Mama, Jules Blain Davis invites you to come begin the conversation about inspiring, empowering and connecting to food and nourishing ourselves in a new way… so that you can (in the chaos called life) nurture your family and community. Jules believes, if you are surrounded by what you love then you will be inspired to create food you love.
Focus group (Market Research) Tuesday, August 2nd from 5:15-7:30pm in Westwood Looking for women 30-44 who use Estee Lauder double wear stay in place liquid foundation to give your opinions on some new products. Limited spaces. Most women need to be employed. Will pay $150.00. Call Jenny at (818) 225-8425. Do not respond if you are affiliated with skin care, beauty, medical, marketing or an attorney.
Wanted: Divorced Couples Who Need To Make the Break – Forever! A new reality dating TV show is looking for extremely unhappy divorced couples. He’s so unhappy he swears he won’t smile again until he sees his wife walking down the aisle with her new husband. So the Ex-Husband gets a chance to arrange 3 dates for his Ex-Wife. They are all prescreened to her likes and dislikes… according to the Ex-Husband. Send a note and photos to This Just In Productions c/o at andrewepp@sbcglobal.net.
How Facebook saved a child’s life (and could save many more)
Lose weight easily – it’s not too late to enjoy summer! Can you believe you can enjoy what you’re eating, have simple inexpensive meal replacements that are medically formulated, a free top notch coach to support you (who has done the program her or himself), a team of people there to help you succeed, a system to keep the weight off permanently and a healthy way to get rid of cravings and get healthy? Visit Www.TheCelebrityWeightLossTeam.com, call 310-277-2200 or email Wendy@TheCelebrityWeightLossTeam.com for more info.
Professional Interior Design Services for your Home or Business Looking for interior design help or professional design advice for a home or office project? JS Interior Design provides full service design and on site design consultations for your home, office, or place of business. Services include anything from a full remodel to small projects, can work in phases and with any budget. If you need help with a bath or kitchen remodel, paint color selections, space planning, furniture selections, or general design advice and direction – no project is too small. Hourly rate for all on site working design consultations and ongoing design services is $75/hr. Available in both OC & LA. Email JSInteriorDes@aol.com for more info including portfolio and contact info.
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STORY PIRATES COMING TO THE HELP GROUP SUNDAY, JULY 31st The Geffen Playhouse & The Help Group’s Village Glen School are proud to present the nationally acclaimed STORY PIRATES at The Help Group Autism Center Theater in Sherman Oaks. At STORY PIRATES, theater & creative writing come alive! The STORY PIRATES will perform stories created & written by Village Glen students, create stories on the spot with the kids in the audience & perform some of their greatest hits. The shows are FREE, open to the public and great fun for the whole family! Reservations are required. Emailevents@thehelpgroup.org or call 818-779-5212.
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Protect Your Loved Ones Do your parents live alone? Do they cherish their independence? Are you concerned about their safety & well being? For seniors 65 years of age and older, accidental injury in the home is the leading cause of death. Rest easy, thanks to LIFE ALERT, you can live alone without ever being alone. Call Debby Block for a free brochure & consultation at (800) 344-4533 Extension 4138.
THE GROOVY LOUNGE – A fun family experience with music and movement for all! Saturday, August 20th from 10am-12pm A bevy of lively activities including a live DJ set from children entertainer Groovy David; Just named LA Magazine’s “BEST KID’S DJ”, puppets, face painting, caricatures & more…Featuring Birdie Mendoza of Birdie’s Playhouse! $20 per Family. For inquiries or tickets, contact Tiffany Levy at tiffany@totaltalentsolution.com MiMoDa Studio/Paper or Plastik Café 5772/5774 W. Pico Blvd. in Los Angeles, 90019
It’s Summertime…Time for Flip Flops! They have toddler flip flops with backstraps in assorted designs. Great for the pool, park, playdates or anywhere! Order 3 or more and get free shipping! Check out the boys sports designs and colorful designs for girls in sizes 10-2! And moms have a wide selection from sizes 5-11! They also sell in bulk and wholesale for teams or camps!
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Evoz The first baby monitor built for parents who want to stay connected on date night, during a business trip, or if you are simply at work.
Warner Avenue Elementary School Asking for Donations for Annual Halloween Haunt & Silent Auction in October
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Let the Sign Shine this Summer Enjoy FREE Summer Signs Dictionary: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BabySigning
UNLOCKING YOUR STORY – Fall Session Friday’s, Sept. 9th-Oct. 28th from 10am-1pm in Woodland Hills Uncover, develop, and write your personal story This workshop is designed to explore the life experiences that have shaped and defined you. Through a wide variety of creative exercises/practical techniques, you’ll find the *spark* to unleash the stories that reflect the uniqueness of your personal voice & the opportunity to open up to your deepest, authentic self in your work. Bring a work-in-progress, an idea you wish to develop, or simply come willing to explore. Instructor Karin Gutman has been working closely with writers for 10+ years & often works with deeply personal material. She also teaches at UCLA Extension Writers’ Program & coaches writers privately.
Acclaimed Singer to Present An Evening of Classical, Jazz and Musical Gems Wednesday, July 27th at 8:00 pm Soprano and former Miss California Jacquelynne Fontaine and pianist Peter Walsh will present a special evening performance of some of the world’s most beautiful music in a program to feature works by Puccini, Porter, Gershwin, and Sondheim. Free (Suggested donation: $15.00) Samuelson Chapel 60 W. Olsen Rd. in Thousand Oaks, 91360 (805) 492-2411
The Crayon Box “pARTies” Get a group of friends together (from 3 years-old to adults) for arts and 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 and mezuzahs, taped journals, or drawing and painting skills etc). 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 and operated by Nancy Wasserman, Elementary School Teacher & Art Specialist for over 20 years. Email nwasserman@earthlink.net for party prices, complete project list, and pictures. References are gladly provided.
Have you been turned down or highly rated for life insurance because of medical conditions or substance abuse or overweight and obesity? These are all reasons why you may have encountered this problem. Jerry Izenberg is local and is a specialist in placing life insurance in these types of situations. His 27 year background in this field gives him the opportunity to go to work for you to solve your life insurance problems. Call 818-267-8023 or email jerry-508@hotmail.com. www.lifeinsurancesolutions.biz
DIVA DANCE CAMP for girls entering Kindergarten & 1st Grade August 22nd – August 26th from 12:30PM-1:30PM The DIVA CAMP is for girls who are seeking to learn dance technique and performance skills while having fun, fun, fun! They will be focusing on BALLET and JAZZ. They will also be teaching a dance combination that the dancers will perform at the end of camp. Email 8CountAcademy@gmail.com or call 310-889-9968 for more info. The Facebook page is Facebook.com/8CountAcademy. 8 Count Dance Competitive Team auditions (ages 5-18) will be held Saturday, August 27th.
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