Parenting from 0-5: Putting the “Fun” Into Fundamentals There’s nothing like a new baby to focus attention on the basics – sleeping, eating, crying. Get the latest research on child development & practical solutions that really work. Interactive workshops cover key topics on raising children from birth to 5 years. Led by Cynthia G. Whitham, LCSW, Associate Director of the UCLA Parenting & Children’s Friendship Program, who has been educating parents for over 20 years. Offered at The UCLA Family Commons on Friday afternoons, 12:30 – 2:00 PM, starting November 4th. Available as a series or single session: $25/person; $40/couple; $100/5-class card. The UCLA Family Commons 1221 Second Street in Santa Monica 310.395.5650 www.uclacommons.com/courses/parenting-0-5
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The holiday season is nearly upon us and schedules are filling up! The kids aren’t exactly welcome to the office party, you need to go shopping without the little ones(you don’t want them to know their presents early!), and a screaming baby in the middle of your neighbor’s dinner party isn’t quite holiday cheer. Thankfully, College Nannies & Tutors offers affordable on-call babysitting services to the greater LA area! Not only are their babysitters completely background/reference checked, they are fun, trustworthy & educated role models, that love children. Don’t try to do it all on your own this year – give yourself the gift of hourly childcare that is easy, safe & reliable. Mention Jen’s List & receive 50% off your registration fee. 818.817.5389 www.collegenannies.com/beverlyhillsca
Need Holiday Money? Cut Down on Your Bills! Cut down on your insurance bills without compromising coverage or service and put more money back into your pockets for the holidays! Get a free no-obligation review of your personal insurance policies (home/condo/renters, auto, earthquake, and more!) and she will find you the best deal out there. She works with 12 companies and is loyal to her customers. Don’t just pay those bills because they arrive in your mailbox, get a Personal Shopper for your Personal Insurance. 818-416-7987 CA Lic#0D46359
Considering a new TV, computer, smartphone or tablet for the holidays? Want the best deals? GadgetSOS will help you find, purchase & set up all the tech items on your gift list this year! -Save 5% off a new Mac & get a free WiFi printer. -Upgrade to OSX Lion, iOS5 and get on iCloud. -Need a bigger hard drive for all your pictures, music & videos. -Boost your WiFi signal so it’s faster & reaches your whole house & yard. -Get rid of spyware & viruses. -Install software to Monitor your child’s Mobile Phone, Computer and Internet Activity on PCs & Macs. Track their location with GPS. -Set up a shared family calendar & To-Do list for school events & chores. SAME DAY SERVICE: Affordable pricing, reliable & punctual. Text/Call (818) 485-1444 or email gregg@gadgetSOS.com.
Zenbiotic Skin Care combines 100% organic botanicals with powerful innovative technology for immediate, healthy results Maximize your skin’s health and beauty potential by allowing your skin to breathe, hydrate, and nourish in the most healthy way possible. Enjoy quick, impressive results: a clear, consistent complexion through oxygenation; dewy, soft, youthful skin via true hydration, and improved color and texture with active nutrition. But ultimately, be assured that the newfound beauty of your skin derives from the optimum health of your skin. Your skin is beautiful. Zenbiotic can help you take good care of it. Jen’s List subscribers can now enjoy this 10% off coupon on any purchase through the New Year: jenslist10. Gift certificates available.
Alef Bet Jewelry Special for Jen’s List Members! Get a jump on holiday gift buying (how about a little something for yourself?). Purchase any one item at www.alefbet.com at 30% off. Your discount will show up on the checkout page after you enter promo code jenslist2011. This special runs through November 25th at midnight! 888.253.3238
Less is More! Simplify & breath! The kids are back at school, the holidays are near and it’s time for YOU to get organized! Getting rid of stuff seems to be the chore we all dread. Stacy can help you cut through the clutter and get back on track in a fun, non-judgmental way. Start the new year right! Contact Stacy for your free consultation at (818)620-2420 or stacy@strivetoorganize.com.Jen’s List holiday special: 10% off 5 hours or more!
Feel the Force at the Star Wars Experience http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/guide/feel-the-force-at-the-star-wars-experience/
We all have a desire to stay in shape, be healthy and look great It sounds simple, yet, it’s hard to know what to do. Along with the country’s most respected experts, FITiST created a plan for moms that lets you work directly with their experts to design a regimen that exactly right for you. FITiST has taken the stress out of getting into pre-baby shape or better and will manage your custom regimen through the one-stop shop. Includes: • 12 classes customized by Fitness Expert Andrea Orbeck. Via Skype, Andrea will tailor aprogram perfectly suited to your body, goals and lifestyle. • Weekly nutrition advice from Dr. Oz Garcia • One private yoga session with Kristin McGee • Caudalie Spa in a Bag: Tone and Slim Collection https://fitist.com/user/register?regcode=JensList
Free Pandora File Recovery Find and recover deleted files of any type. http://www.pandorarecovery.com/
Open House for Prospective Parents Grades K-6 Wednesday, November 30th at 9:15am See the Day School in action. Meet the faculty, staff, & students and tour the school to see firsthand the innovative & exciting things happening in the classrooms, science, art, math and technology labs. 15739 Ventura Blvd. in Encino To RSVP, contact the Director of Admissions Cindy Goodman at 818-788-2199 or cgoodman@vbsds.org.
#1 Signing Class in LA – as seen on NBC, FOX, CNN Signing Thank You in So Many Ways! Thank You is a simple concept that doesn’t need to be communicated verbally. Every day, we use gestures to simply say THANK YOU! Watch this fun, heartfelt video to learn how to sign thank you! http://bit.ly/ugijsX Teach your child how to express the things they are thankful for and shine brightly. Special Offer $12 OFF ANY class for Jen’s Members: JENSHINE (expires 12/12). For upcoming classes: http://www.signshine.com/listPrograms_ss.php. Visit www.SignShine.com or Call 310.277.SIGN.
Ripe – The Play at the Santa Monica Playhouse November 30th and December 7th at 8:00 PM Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door, subject to availability 1211 Fourth Street in Santa Monica, 90401
Viridian Art Academy’s Winter Art Workshops in Encino/Tarzana Winter Watercolor Workshop – Age 5+ Sat. Dec. 3rdfrom 1:00-3:30pm Figure drawing workshop – Teen/Adult Sat. Dec 10thfrom 1:00-3:00pm Winter Art Camp – Jan.3rd-Jan.6thfrom 9:30am-12:30pm 818-774-0775
Take Your Holiday Décor from Ho Hum to Winter Wonderland Wow! Have you ever wondered how to turn your home into the holiday wonderland you see in magazines? The designers at Rosen-Pell Interiors will do it for you. They are masters at utilizing existing heirlooms in combination with new holiday decor to turn your home into the picture perfect holiday setting you have always dreamed of. After the holidays, they carefully take down, wrap, and store all of your beautiful decorations. Nothing could be easier. Contact Jennifer at jlrinteriors@aol.com.
Lucy Ann – The Original Hand Stamped Jewelry Collection Start your holiday shopping this Thanksgiving Weekend with a special offer from Lucy Ann – Free Shipping w/NO MINIMUM Purchase!Specializing in creating personalized jewelry and accessories, Lucy Ann offers a large selection of charms to be worn on a necklace, bracelet or key chain – you’ll find something for everyone on your list! Visit www.lucyann.com and enter code THANKU11 at checkout to receive this special Thanksgiving Weekend Offer! Offer Valid 11/23 – 11/27.
Clinical Nutritionist and Well Known Weight Loss Expert Monika Klein is looking for 20 people to join this year’s Thanksgiving Challenge Would you like to lose 10 + lbs by New Year’s Eve? Enjoy your Thanksgiving, then get ready to begin your Challenge November 27th! Lose the unhealthy, abnormal fat from your body not the healthy much- needed fat and muscle which happens with most weight systems. With Monika’s nearly 20 years as a Professional Clinical Nutritionist she has tested this program and found that it not only works but it teaches how to keep the lost weight off for good – The Most Important component to any successful program. Sign up by Mon., Nov. 21st. You’ll also be automatically entered to win an iPad when you sign up. Call 818-991-4560 or email monika@coachingforhealth.com.
Melissa Green’s new CD, “Sweet little one” A 5 song sample of the full-length to be released in the spring of 2012. It starts with “heyo,” an anthem of being who you are, as the chorus sings “I love who I love, I sing what I sing, I am who I am, a beautiful thing.” “Two birds” is a song about instant friendship which is followed by a ode to green’s childhood montra “free to be… you and me.” The album then takes a turn to regge with “my love” and ends with “hush hush” to put a sweet little one to sleep.
Holiday Boutique and Luncheon November 30th from 10am – 3pm Ilan Ramon Day School’s annual fabulous holiday boutique and luncheon at the Four Seasons Hotel in Westlake Village. Get all of your holiday shopping done in one place.
Seminar “Better Sex AFTER Childbirth? Yes!!!” Tuesday, December 6th at 6pm Presented by Dr. Troy Williams, OBGyn Come listen to Dr. Williams present the latest medical techniques to address this sensitive yet important issue. Eden Surgical and Wellness Center 23951 Craftsman Rd. in Calabasas, 91302 RSVP: 818-444-4244 Drinks and appetizers will be provided! Raffle and gifts for all attendees!
Avoid the Mall Madness and Join the Fun! Friday, Nov. 25th from 10am-5pm Saturday, Nov. 26th from 10am-5pm Sunday, Nov. 27th from 10am to 4pm The Holiday Gifts & Crafts Boutique has ONE OF A KIND hand crafted gifts made by local moms and artists that are made with great care for men, women, and children and will surly make great Hanukkah and Christmas gifts for everyone on your list. The Holiday Gifts & Crafts Boutique is proud to sell jewelry, purses, cosmetics, clothing, children and baby items, and more. FREE GIFT WRAPPING! 18311 Charlton Lane in Northridge, 91326
Calabasas Lacrosse Association It’s mission is to teach America’s first sport to school aged children throughout the west San Fernando Valley. The goals are to advance competitive amateur youth lacrosse in a safe and sportsmanlike manner while creating a culture where leaders, coaches, parents, fans and players ALL honor the game by demonstrating RESPECT for the rules, officials, opponents and teammates.
Little Space heroes Virtual Universe Giveaway An upcoming fun and safe multiplayer game for kids worldwide. Unlike pretty much every other kids virtual world that we’ve seen, in Little Space Heroes you create your very own Space Hero and explore galaxies full of different planets rather than stick to just one land or world. Players can undertake quests and missions, make new friends, team up for group-based play or just play and explore the galaxies themselves. The game is centred on personalisation, adventure, mystery, discovery and good ol’ fashioned fun. To win a free annual membership and pack of giant wall stickers, email sfvmom@gmail.com with the subject: ‘SPACE’ and include your name and phone number by Nov. 21st.
Elegant Spray Tan is offering a special Holiday promotion NOW through December Be ready for the Holiday season with a beautiful bronzed glow. All clients will receive $10 OFF a regular priced mobile spray tan. Prices normally start at $55, but now they are only $45 (depending on your location). A discount also applies on the Rapid Tan solution, which develops in 2-4 hrs. Call to schedule your appointment to ensure your desired date and time. Follow them on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Elegant-Spray-Tan/111916998882370.All promotional information will be current on facebook. They also have information on after tanning products being sold. Gift certificates available upon request.
Big seat comfort in a Little Keester cushion The Keester is a practical solution for the discomfort and lack of back support experienced by children on most automobile booster seats. The most common complaints from children after long periods of travel in their booster seat are pins and needles in the feet and uncomfortable bottoms, otherwise known as “numb bum.” The Keester is a cushion specifically invented, designed, and engineered for the comfort of your child. The Keester is an affordable, multi-use product that provides children some much needed cush for their tush! All Diggity Kids products are made and packaged in the USA to the highest standards with the best quality. Mention Jen’s List and get 5% off your purchase.
Breastfeeding Support Group and Wellness Education Workshops in Redondo Beach Blissful Baby is a new support group which focuses on bringing community to new moms and their families. Starting January 2012, weekly workshops will be offered to help bring awareness and education including breastfeeding support, tools to stay emotionally and physically healthy, nutrition, meditation, playing with your newborn and mommy and me yoga.
NASM Certified Personal Trainer that will come to your home for one hour sessions Lauren’s one hour sessions include a combination of boxing/kick boxing, self defense training and cutting edge fitness training. Most of Lauren’s fitness training is centered around body weight and suspension training, utilizing core stability and strength with higher caloric expenditure than the more traditional free weight and machine training. If you are looking to get in shape and see results, contact her and get 50% off of your first session! Email Lauren.wasserman@hotmail.com.
Free to Be Me Drum Circle November 27th Bummm ba dum dum ba dum dum. Grab a drum and feel the beat move you! Join Sabina Sandoval of Free to Be Me Drum Circle and experience the thrill, the fun, and the healing of the drum! http://www.freetobemedrumcircle.com/ All Sunday drop-in programs run from 3:00-4:00pm and are free (with paid museum admission). Zimmer Children’s Museum is located on the lobby level of the Goldsmith Jewish Federation Building, 6505 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 100, Los Angeles, 90048. Sunday hours are 12:30pm-5:00pm. (323) 761-8984
Oakwood School’s Annual Holiday Boutique Wednesday, November 30th from 8:30-5:30 This annual event, hosted by the Oakwood Parent Organization, features stores such as Dari, The Little Seed and Tough Cookies. The featured vendors are: Calire Vivierm, James Fradin, Maya Brenner Jewelry, Au Papier, and many more! Discounts between 15-20% off and proceeds going straight to Oakwood. Complimentary Valet parking. 11575 Magnolia Blvd in North Hollywood
New on DVD All-New Thomas DVD Collection just in time for the Holidays, featuring four recent CGI releases at an incredible value! Includes Splish Splash Splosh, Lion of Sodor, Creaky Cranky, & Runaway Kite. Splish Splash Splosh- Even when it’s wet outside you can still have plenty of fun, especially when you share your adventures with Thomas & Friends™! and All-new collection of episodes featuring your preschooler’s favorite pals in Friends and Family Join Thomas & Friends™, Angelina Ballerina™, Bob the Builder™, Barney™, Fireman Sam™, Kipper™, Roary the Racing Car™ and Timmy Time™ for eight heart-warming adventures, celebrating special moments while teaching lessons in loyalty, cooperation, friendship and fun. So snuggle up with the kids and give thanks for the chance to watch, learn and laugh together! http://www.hitnewsonline.com/releases/ and Timmy Time: Go Kart Timmy Hold on tight for more fast-action fun with your pal Timmy and his preschool classmates! Enjoy the ride as Timmy speeds off in a brand new go-kart and runs into a big smelly problem. Then it’s off to the races at the nursery’s Sports Day, helping Otus with football and learning that winning isn’t everything. Surprises and laughter shift into high gear in these five delightful adventures the whole family will love! http://www.amazon.com/Timmy-Time-Go-Kart/dp/B005KR6NT0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1321592869&sr=8-1 and Shaun the Sheep: Season 2 The complete second season of Shaun the Sheep has arrived with 40 hilarious episodes of woolly shenanigans! The Oscar®-winning creators of “Wallace and Gromit™” strike again with the mischievous barnyard antics of Shaun, Bitzer, Shirley, Timmy, and those naughty Pigs next door. From fancy wheels and outrageous deals to foxy crimes and Christmas time, there’s something for everyone in this fun- filled collectible gift set of must-have treats the whole family will love!
Sleep Medication: Mothers New Little Helper http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/06/fashion/
ISO PILATES DUET PARTNER! Janet found a fantastic Pilates instructor who will teach duet sessions on the Reformer/Cadillac out of her home studio near Victory and White Oak & just needs to find a partner for weekly sessions. 10 for $300. Or if you’ve never done Pilates on the apparatus, she has a great intro special for 3 sessions and then we could do duets. Janet’s schedule is fairly flexible as to times. Contact 818.343.7087 or janet@managethismedia.com for more info.
Thinking About Planning a Carnival Cruise Robin has a cruise credit of $442 for any Carnival Cruise vacation that is good for the next 24 months on future booking only. Will xfer for $350. Email rtolkan@earthlink.net.
Personal Assistant/Errand Runner Lead Tanya is a responsible, mature mom available to help you do the things that you may not have time for. She has experience helping with grocery shopping, personal shopping, banking, car wash/servicing, postal/deliveries, office help, etc. She is available during the hours of 9-2pm weekdays. Email tbatarse@gmail.com.
The news isn’t that fruits and vegetables are good for you Give the gift of health for the holidays. Did you know by the age of 12, an estimated 70% of our children have developed the beginning stages of hardening of the arteries (Bogalusa Heart Study). 1 in 4 children is obese (International Journal Of Obesity). 7% of school age children are diagnosed with ADHD (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Here is how to find out how fruit and vegetables can contribute to better health and how children can get the delicious chewables for free. |
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