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Free Family Fun! Create JOY by Surprising People! Dance in a Flash Mob! Flash Mobs are spontaneous performances (usually dances) that happen in a public place. ANYONE can join! Even if you have two left feet! It’s all about getting together with your friends and family and doing something spontaneous on the weekend. Flash Mob America is the #1 Flash Mob Community in the World and they are based in Los Angeles. To join their mailing list, visit www.flashmobamerica.com. Check out their most recent surprise, a first of its kind THREE CITY event they did for Estee Lauder: http://youtu.be/vOmvqZB4RLA.
Today in History National cherry pop day http://kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=134 National Dog Day Women’s Equality Day Julius Caesar’s Roman army invades Britain (55 BC) U.S. Congress passes the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote. (1920) www.history.com/this-day-in-history
OPEN CASTING CALL AMERICA’S SUPERNANNY NOW CASTING NANNY FOR NEW LIFETIME SERIES Lifetime is launching the all-new unscripted series America’s Supernanny, marking the first true U.S. version of the hit global format that will feature an American homegrown nanny. The producers of America’s Supernanny are searching the country to find a dynamic, caring and credentialed woman to star in the new series. If you’re a nanny, a teacher, a parenting coach, a child psychologist or another type of viable family specialist, apply by emailing nannysearch@shedmediaus.com with a completed application, photo & resume. The deadline to apply is Aug. 30th. Applications found at www.shedmediaus.com. FAMILIES needing the help of “America’s Supernanny”, email Supernanny@shedmediaus.comor call 877-NANNY-TIME.
$55 for $110 to Spend at CanvasPress.com Turn your treasured snapshot or digital image into a masterpiece on canvas and get half off your order! You’ve got that great digital camera, and you’ve been taking some really nice shots of the kids. Sure, you can have them printed up the old-fashioned way, or maybe even buy a few 8×10 glossies, but sometimes your shot is just too good for that. Canvas Press is a great way to make your most memorable pictures into something more! Canvas Press can take any digital photo and put it on high-quality canvas of any size! These heirloom-quality prints make great gifts and look stylish and tasteful on your walls. With this deal, you get $110 to spend for only $55. That’s half-off! http://o.familyfinds.com/aff_c?offer_id=144&aff_id=1016
Affordable TV Mounting, Home Theater Setup & Surround Sound System Install Services Big Ben Mounts, Inc. is L.A.’s premier source for PROFESSIONAL & AFFORDABLE audio/video and home entertainment installation services. Their team of install professionals can mount your TV, install speakers, setup your home theater, install CCTV security cameras, or run internet in your home or office and include mounting hardware/cables for as low as $150.00. They are fully licensed, bonded, and insured and are members of BBB, CEDIA, CEA as well as Super Service Award winners. Call (800)607-0827 or visit www.bigbenmounts.com.
Jewish Preschool Experience Award winning preschool teachers at Temple Adat Elohim’s ECC love what they do; and what they do is help to develop lifelong learners. Temple program focuses on creating a safe, clean, warm and loving environment where children build strong minds, bodies, hearts and connections to Judaism. Temple Adat Elohim is proud to be a place where families come together to learn, grow and make connections. Private tours of the ECC for the 2011-2012 school year are currently being scheduled. Call Batsheva Spector (805) 497-6920 to see this wonderful school. 2420 Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks, 91362
GOLD PARTY GIRLS BOOST FUNDRAISERS-GOLD4CHARITY Due to inflation, Gold is crazy high. Over $1,800! Need Extra CA$H for your School, Temple, Church or Non-Profit? Find out what your old, ugly, unwanted & broken Gold & Sterling Silver is worth! Free Appraisals. Stacey pays high rates, beats competition, has references & educates you about your precious metals. Look & see what you’ve got – Some of their clients were shocked that their junk was worth $5,000. Invite Friends & Family. Make 10% of Everything Bought at your event. Average is $3K to $10K. Boutiques, Businesses, Stores, Private Appts. & Parties. They also give MahJong Lessons. $15 Per Person for groups of 4 or more. Email silberman1@aol.com or call 818.348.6093/818.262.2992.
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The Bel Air Preschool – Opening This Fall Serving the BA, BH & SO Areas Serving Bel Air, Beverly Hills and Sherman Oaks canyon communities, it is a place where young children discover creative and nurturing experiences building a strong foundation for social, emotional, academic, physical and spiritual growth. They offer classes with low student to teacher ratios in an atmosphere stimulating multiple intelligences. The educators are experienced in early childhood. Registration is now open for Sept 2011. Call 310-475-5311 for more information.
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Diagnosis of ADHD Requires Accurate Assessment Does your child ignore you, constantly lose things, have trouble completing homework or chores? Is he/she a daydreamer, forgetful, or disorganized? ADHD is one of the most commonly diagnosed childhood conditions, leading to difficulties that can reduce the quality of friendships, self-esteem, family functioning& personal achievement. Without an awareness of this condition, it’s easy to be labeled “lazy”. An initial step toward improving your child’s life is obtaining a psychological evaluation Stein Psychological Associates offers a free phone consultation. For more info, email Roxanna@steinpsych.com. Dr. Roxanna Rahban is a Post-Doctoral Psychological Assistant(PSB 35573) supervised by Dr. Mark L. Stein, Licensed Psychologist(PSY 16135).
Singles, Twins & Triplet Newborns under 9 lbs. WANTED! From Grey’s Anatomy to Parenthood to Young and the Restless, there are about 10 shows needing newborns ASAP – all ethnicities/boys & girls. Send recent sleeping pic, dob, name and contact info if you are interested to paloma@jetsetmodels.com.
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Wonderful math program in Canoga Park Referred byalissaharoush@gmail.com The class captures your child’s attention and explains grade level mathematical concepts through visuals, hands on applications and fun activities. Geared for 2nd to 4th grade. Contact the Child Development Institute and ask for Diane at 818-888-4559.
Medically Supervised HCG Weight Loss Program LOSE up to 20 to 30lbs in 4 WEEKS! Control your appetite and reduce cravings, have more energy, lower your cholesterol and blood pressure, reduce your risk of heart disease, keep your muscle mass and melt away your trouble areas. Dr. Nina Levy uses the only Patented HCG drops in her weight loss program. The HCG Protocol serves as a jumpstart and a catalyst to a healthy lifestyle clients can maintain for life. Once you have reached your goal, you can continue on a healthy lifestyle regimen. Start your Journey with a group of 3 or more people to conquer your weight-loss goals and receive $75.00 off each of your HCG Summer Special! 818-879-7979 MediWellness, Inc. 28047 Dorothy Dr., Suite 201 in Agoura Hills, 91301
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Sales This Weekend Multi-Family Yard Sale – West Hills Saturday, August 27th from 8am-12pm Lots of infant to age 8 items – including crib sets, clothes, pack and plays, toys, double stroller, infant hiking carrier. Also selling various kitchen and household items, including small furniture pieces. Northeast of Roscoe/Fallbrook – at the end of Maynard Avenue cul-de-sac. AND THOUSAND OAKS SUNSET HILLS COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE Sat. August 27th from 7:30 am – 1:00 pm 3 TRACTS/45+ FAMILIES PARTICIPATING. LOCATED BETWEEN MOORPARK ROAD AND 23 FREEWAY: OFF OLSEN ROAD, CALLE CONTENTO and ERBES ROAD. Pick up Tract Flyers for detailed list of treasures and addresses! Antiques, collectibles, household appliances, furniture, jewelry, lamps, TV’s, clothing, grandmother’s clock, wheelchair, hospital bed, records, trunks, phones, golf clubs, patio set, vintage dolls, train/cars, Nascar, baby & kids items, computer, Christmas, motorcycle, fish tank…too much to list. AND Beverly Hills Yard Sale Sat., Aug. 27th and Sun., Aug. 28th from 10am- 5pm 336 McCarty Drive, just north of Olympic (90212) Home Decor, high quality craftsman style wood furniture, dog crates, housewares, clothing, books, CD’s AND Kid to Kid Multi-Family Garage Sale Sunday, August 28th at 9:30 AM Looking for Kids Toys and Books at great prices? Come to the Kid to Kid Garage Sale where the children are selling off their own stuff that they’ve outgrown. The boys and girls involved are between the ages of 3 and 9. Video Games, Leapster, Books, Sandbox, Games, Costumes and much more. Cash only please and no $100 bills will be accepted. Looking for Kids Toys and Books at great prices? 7308 Capistrano in West Hills, 91307
Completely Rebuilt School Reopens Temple Israel of Hollywood Day School is completely rebuild, renovated, hi-tech and catering to the whole child and 21st Century learner. Kindergarten through 6th grade school in the heart of Hollywood. Contact admissions@tioh.org for a tour.
Bootcamp for moms This bootcamp is designed for moms to help regain their body and shed the unwanted left over baby pounds, or for moms who are just looking for a way to get the body they have always wanted. It is also a great place for expecting moms to get in shape to help ease labor pains. It will consist of cardio, kick boxing, body sculpting and much more. It also includes an internet community to help motivate and inspire moms to see the beauty of each person we meet.
Pianist Available UCLA Graduate classically trained and performed in Venice, Paris, Salzburg, and Vienna. Popular, holiday classics, jazz, classical, Singers and Standards, love songs, Latin, Mediterranean, or whatever style you like! Call Candice at (310)927-2720.
Music Together® Classes in the Valley and Marina: Register for Fall semester! Come to a FREE demo! Sept. 17th – Dec. 10th Valley Cat Music is the new home of Music Together in Studio City/Encino and Mar Vista/Culver City/Playa Vista/El Segundo. Bring your younguns (0 – 5) to one of their multi-layered and research-based music & movement classes (free demos available) and experience the art of playing with your child on many levels, with lots of instruments and props, new songs and familiar tunes, fantastic teachers — most of whom are also professional musicians and/or parents. Email director@valleycatmusic.com for info.
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Temple Etz Chaim’s Educational Courses The Florence Melton Adult Mini-School Presents a Project of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Comprehensive Exploration of Jewish Thought and Practice Wed. from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., beginning October 26th-June 13th and Adult Education: The Evolution of Jewish Concepts: What the Bible Began, presented by instructor Leah Shechter Examination of Biblical Concepts Tuesday from 7:30-9pm. October 26th, November 1st, November 8th, November 15th, November 29th 1080 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Family DVD’s recently released MARLEY & ME: THE PUPPY YEARS Jennifer Aniston and Owen Wilson unleash huge laughs as John and Jenny Grogan, a young couple contemplating the decision to have a baby. Then came Marley…an adorable Labrador pup who flunks obedience school and quickly turns his new home into a disaster area. But over the years, the Grogans come to realize that “the world’s worst dog” truly brings out the best in them. AND Bob the Builder – Super Scrambler http://www.amazon.com/Super-Scrambler-Bob-Builder/dp/B0053O01HA AND Shaun The Sheep: Animal Antics AND Garfield Show: Spooky Tails Follow the witty and silly duo as they run into spooky trouble again! It’s all fun and games for Garfield and Odie as they take a fun-filled trip on Halloween until Garfield is mistaken by a loose wild cat! Includes other out-of-this-world adventures! Featuring 6 episodes. AND THE KIDS GROW UP In his 51 BIRCH STREET,Doug Block took a hard look at his parents’ marriage and his own relationship with his father. With his latest film, Block turns in the other direction, offering an exceptionally moving film about his relationship with his only child, Lucy. THE KIDS GROW UP is a chronicle of Lucy’s emotionally-fraught last year at home before leaving for college. Moving fluidly between past, present and the fast-approaching future, Block uses a lifetime of footage to craft not only a loving portrait of a girl transitioning into womanhood, but also an incredibly candid look at modern-day parenting, marriage, and what it means to let go. http://www.amazon.com/Kids-Grow-Up-Doug-Block/dp/B0049D1TD6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1314239433&sr=8-1
Dark Delicacies Book Signing with Jeremy Tarr, author of (S)mythology Sat., Aug. 27th at 2pm Charming, poignant & funny, (S)MYTHOLOGY is a contemporary fairytale that whisks you on an adventure from the streets of London to the haunted islands to African villages, from the peaks of the Alps to the depths of the Underworld. 21 year old Sophie has spent her entire life in virtual seclusion in a London flat fearful that should she venture out into the world the curse that was placed on her as an infant would turn friends and lovers into stone just by merely looking at her. But when events beyond her control drive her onto the streets of London, she must combat her fears and battle the forces. 3512 West Magnolia Blvd in Burbank, 91505 (818) 556-6660
Summer fresh fruit – make raspberry/blackberry sherbet
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Need motivation? Want to lose weight and not find it again? Michele the Trainer is a concierge personal trainer whose success includes losing 165 pounds with no drugs and no surgery and helping her clients do the same. Michele is mobile and location is not a factor; her offerings are fun and philosophy is unique and empowering; Personal Training, Lifecoaching, Nutrition/Health/Wellness, How to prepare healthy meals and include your family,Post Physical Therapy, Aquatics (got pool?) and Yoga. Email Michele@michelethetrainer.com.
Helping families find the RIGHT college When selecting schools, families should consider expenses, location, housing, transportation, majors, athletics, student life, and more.In general, the three most expensive investments in people’s lives are their home, car, and college education. Because foundation44 was created with the specific aim of preparing students for college admission, they specialize in all aspects of the college admission process. As the fastest growing professions require a bachelor’s degree, it is imperative that all students have the option of attending a four-year institution. They guarantee college admission to every student they work with.
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Bring the family for a day of fun at the vineyards of Malibu Family Wines! September 25th The 11th Annual Malibu Family Wines Grape Crush & Harvest Festival will benefit City Hearts, Kids Say ‘Yes’ to the Arts! 100% of the ticket price is donated to City Hearts, a local charity benefiting Los Angeles youth! This is the only family event all year on the vineyards at Malibu Family Wines. Enjoy tasty bites served by the best Los Angeles restaurants, our always popular grape stomp. Adults – $85.00-Children – $35 (Ages 6-20, Family Pack – $195 (2A/2K).
All California single-family homes are required to install a carbon monoxide (CO) detector, or face a $200 fine
A Pet Portrait Day Saturday, August 27th between 10am and 4pm Come celebrate the love for your furry family member! They will capture vivid timeless images of your precious pet that you will cherish for a lifetime. A moment you will remember forever to preserve this special relationship. An artistic portrait that captures not only the beauty of your pet, but also their personality. For a $25 session fee, you will receive a half-hour mini-photo session plus a 8×10 size finished portrait. (Limit to one pet. Inquire about rates for additional pets). 818.451.3316
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