The TEEN Club, a Social Skills Group Help your teen sharpen their social smarts! The TEEN Club is a dynamic social skills group where your teen will learn how to choose friends, how to handle teasing/bullying, anger management skills, and internet safety, among other things. The TEEN Club is facilitated by Dr. Svetlana “Lani” Ravinovich (PSY24318), a clinical psychologist in West LA. To get more information about her and her services, visit www.DrLani.net, email DrLani@DrLani.net, or call 323.459.4968.
Today in History National candy corn day http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=205 Mischief Night www.history.com/this-day-in-history
It’s time to Heal Your Relationship With Food, Your Body and Yourself You have nothing to be ashamed of. The diet industry offers plenty of advice about what to eat, but leaves you unprepared for the battle against cravings, food addictions and emotional eating habits. Before the new year, break free from the diet yo-yo. “Hunger Balance” is an AMAZING weekly support group where you will learn to overcome psychological hurdles to balanced eating and connect with your body’s intuitive ability to guide you to its right place. Small group. $40/session. Led by Alison Ross, MA, LMFT in Woodland Hills at Lotus Path Center for Eating Recovery. Email Alison@lotus-path.com.
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Doggie Rescue This all volunteer organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of abused, abandoned and neglected dogs.
Big Bear Cabins These homes offer exactly what you want and need to make a perfect vacation getaway. They can accommodate 2-14 people in a variety of homes ranging from a cozy 1 bedroom to a luxurious lakefront with 4 bedrooms. All the homes have fully stocked kitchens with all the appliances you need to make your vacation convenient. In addition, they offer a private spa, washer/dryer, flat screen TV’s, full cable television with movie channels, free wireless internet, linens, professional charcoal BBQ’s and more. Several also include a full slate pool table! All are pet friendly with a fully fenced yard at no additional charge.
Custom hand crocheted hats and accessories A 19 year old college student designs and crochets all of the items himself and they are so cute.
Casting Looking for an outgoing family to participate in a fun and lighthearted segment With the holiday’s approaching, that means large family dinners. MOMS – do your kids and/or husband have bad manners that you just can’t get them to improve? Are you surrounded by elbows on the table and the sounds of yelling or belching? Would you give anything for a nice family Thanksgiving with perfect manners? If so, contact Keegan Heise at keegan.heise@cbs.com for an opportunity to take a family etiquette class with top Beverly Hills etiquette teacher! AND New show for married Los Angeles couples whose love lives have gone from “SIZZLE” to “FIZZLE”! The docu-series will focus on 7 days of romantic homework assignments designed to RECONNECT and REKINDLE the passion and excitement that first brought you together. Remember the magic? Remember the butterflies when you first met? Whether it’s kids, schedules, careers, weight issues, in-laws, or just life in general, somehow your love life has taken a back seat. If you are ready to transform your love life in 7 days, contact aivy@shedmediaus.com with photos, your story, and your contact information. AND Would you or someone you know like to participate on The Doctors? Looking for: * Someone who needs a CAVITY FILLED (But hates getting teeth drilled!) * Children with ASTHMA Contact Julie.laplaca@cbs.com – Please send recent photo and contact info.
How about an afternoon Holiday Lunch at YOUR house for you and your friends? Zuma Organic’s Chef Bonnie will be available to private chef afternoon lunches, Holiday cooking classes & “Cooking Holiday Parties” in YOUR home! Also, join Chef Bonnie for her popular Thanksgiving “Talking Turkey” class on November 7th – in Malibu! Learn about brining and roasting the perfect turkey, taste delicious seasonal sides, have a Q&A with Chef Bonnie with all of your turkey needs! Go home with recipes of everything we taste in class. For more info,visit www.zumaorganic.com.
Win a Bambino or Bambina Necklace from Raquel & Me Jewelry Size: 1/4″ x 1/2″ on 18 inch curb chain – Rhodium plated sterling silver with .15 carat diamonds and sapphire or ruby accent. Retail Value: $392 To enter, LIKE Raquel & Me on Facebook and comment on our wall for 1 entry to win: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Raquel-me/294537843894167. For an extra entry, follow Raquel & Me on Twitter and leave your following name in a separate comment below: http://twitter.com/#!/RaquelandMe. For more information and to see other pieces from Raquel & Me, visit http://RaquelandMe.com. Contact Info@RaquelandMe.com.
Fam-Jam Community Play-along at Valley Cat Music in Studio City Sunday, Nov. 6th at 4:00pm Valley Cat Music is hosting a family jam session at their Studio City location* for anyone with a kid under 8, no need to be enrolled in one of their Music Together classes to attend. They will provide plenty of percussion instruments for all (little hands & big hands alike) & music for jamming & dancing! Bring the whole family! Free-will donation of $5/ family suggested. RSVPs & questions: director@valleycatmusic.com *Center Stage Dance, in center on southwest corner of Riverside at Whitsett.
Are you tired of searching for that perfect, unique, affordable gift? Trendy Tagz has created a line of versatile dog tag necklaces like no other!As seen in Nordstrom, they hand paint each dog tag and adorn them with 3-Dimensional charms. Each piece is made especially for you…no 2 are ever the same! Visitwww.trendytagz.com and their etsy shop at www.trendytagz.etsy.com.Trendy Tagz offers a fun, cool twist on jewelry!
3 Tickets available for Los Angeles Kings Vs Detroit Red Wings Saturday, Nov. 19th at 1pm Good seats! Lower Bowl – Sec 160 Row 17 $85 each – obo Email dnuss2@aol.com
What do birth and football have in common? Find Out When Leading Father Experts Chen Oren, Ph.D. and Aaron Buckwalter, M.A., LMFT present WHAT ABOUT DAD? IS HE A PART OF THE TEAM, OR SITTING ON THE SIDELINES? Friday, November 4th from 8:30am – 10:30am San Fernando Valley – Braemar Country Club This special presentation is for professionals as well as expecting parents. www.themotherhoodconsortium.com
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Individual, Couples or Parenting Counseling in Beverly Hills or Calabasas For people who want to be the kind of parents they dream of being, have deeper, meaningful relationships and live the life they deserve & desire. Empathetic, effective, pro-active therapy for people who are wanting to experience great joy and love in their lives. Child and play therapy available in the Calabasas office. Licensed since 1990 and with 2 grown children and a long, committed (27 years!) marriage of her own, Catherine may be reached at (818) 880-6559 or (310) 295-2130. Become a “fan” on her facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/catherinedemonte for relationship and parenting tips.
Real Mac ‘n Cheese the whole family will eat The Stay at Home Foodie learned some valuable lessons from cooking school this week. Perhaps the most important was a great mac ‘n cheese dish that everyone will love. www.stayathomefoodie.wordpress.com
How Age Affects Your Car Insurance Rate and What You Can Do About it Info if you’re young (inexperienced) with a higher risk score or a senior citizen (physical abilities change). There are, however, some discounts available. With both groups, defensive driver/safety courses can help lower insurance costs.
Sue Darrison of Babies First Class Preparedness Class for all Parents Expecting Multiples Tuesday, December 13th at 7:00 pm in Sherman Oaks.If you are interested, call Kathy at 310 278-9777 or register online at www.Babiesfirstclass.com.
Golda Shaul Fall Photography Special A limited number of photo sessions all Sundays in November: For only $25 you’ll get an on location unique photoshoot which includes a 30 minute mini photo session, an online gallery of images, a 5 x7 print, and one full resolution digital image. Golda Shaul Photography specializes in unique family photography. Email info@goldashaul.com, call (718) 916-2550, or visit www.goldashaul.com for more info. Become a fan at www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Golda-Shaul-Photography/202673889774172.
25 Ways to Entertain Your Child for Free or Cheap http://www.wisebread.com/25-ways-to-entertain-your-child-for-free-or-cheap
We Give Books A new digital initiative that enables anyone with access to the Internet to put books in the hands of children who don’t have them, simply by reading online. We Give Books combines the joy of reading with the power of helping others, providing a platform for caregivers and educators to inspire children to become lifelong readers and lifelong givers. We Give Books also helps some of the world’s best, most inspiring, literacy organizations by spreading the word about their great work and by providing books to the young people these organizations support.
Chess Tutor Available Would you like to have your son or daughter learn to play chess? They will enjoy learning from a young teacher. Matthew is 13 years old and is a high rated player. He is 2nd in the country in jgp points. He is available to teach on Fridays after 4pm and on weekends and holidays. Matthew can travel to you as long as you are not far from West Hills. Call (818) 595-1117.
Staycation! Marriott Newport Coast 2 Bdrm/2 Bath Villa Marriott Newport Coast Villas VACATION WEEKS AVAILABLE Marriott’s Newport Coast Villas: Available From January 1 – January 8th 2012.2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit sleeps 6.Beautiful location. $1,200 for one week. Email chuckdodi@aol.com for pictures or more info.
Lemonsquare Special Offer Children’s Music That Won’t Drive Parent’s Insane. Go to http://www.lemonsquaremusic.com/specialoffer and get your highly discounted copy of this fantastic CD Music for Fun for only $9.97 and shipping isfree. This page is not available from just going to the website, so consider this a little secret.
Box Play – Using a child’s imagination Eco-friendly, 100% recycled, custom-designed stickers* that(combined with a little imagination) turn any old box into a wonderland of possibilities.Good for the imagination. Good for the earth. Good for the pocketbook.
Part-time Sales Reps wanted, work from home for a daily deal site for moms, kids and families Daily deal site geared towards smart, savvy moms is looking for Sales Reps in San Fernando Valley and West LA. Negotiate and close deals. MUST have sales background! Commission plus incentive program! Sales Reps enjoy a part-time schedule with a great deal of flexibility. He/she should be outgoing, enthusiastic, persuasive, and a good judge judge of quality. He/she should understand what moms, dads, kids and families are interested in, and enjoy discovering “hidden gems” in his/her metro area. Email dina.barry@plumdistrict.net.
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Commit to be fit! Get in shape in time for the holidays. Sharon Fransen is a personal trainer who can design a workout that works for you. Sharon will listen to your needs, create realistic goals, and help you make health and fitness part of your lifestyle. Do something good for yourself! FransenFitness will get you the results you want. Email fransenfitness@aol.com or call 818-943-3407.
Creative takes on Caramel Apples http://www.chow.com/food-news/54722/tricked-out-caramel-apples/
Magician – $25 off!
Are you afraid of clutter? Boo can help you get organized Clutter can be a scary thing but for Boo it is an exciting challenge. Whether you have a messy closet, room, or entire house. Boo can help you clear the clutter. Being organized feels so good but it is getting there that can be a challenge. Boo loves to help and doesn’t judge you. Feel comfortable in calling her for help.
Tutoring – Is your child falling behind in school? Get help now In-home tutoring in Basic Math, Algebra, Geometry, Essay Writing, Homework Help, Study Skills. Test preparation for the SAT, ACT, ISEE, CAHASEE, CHSPE. Derrick is patient and professional and has helped many students over the years in the West Valley Area. Call 818-992-0625. Discount packages available. |
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