The UCLA Family Commons A new kind of wellness center that offers family coaching, parenting workshops, and classes in martial arts, mindful awareness, arts and yoga, for all ages. The family coaches and instructors provide tools and information, practical solutions, and activities that help families raise the healthiest children possible. All programs and services are grounded in the latest science about parenting and healthy child development. Their methodology is based on the best research from UCLA and other institutions around the world. We continually review this research to create new programs that embody the foremost thinking about what children need to thrive. 1221 Second Street in Santa Monica 310.395.5650
Today in History Look for an Evergreen Day Oatmeal Muffin Day Charles Dickens published “A Christmas Carol”. (1843) www.history.com/this-day-in-history Write to a friend month Oatmeal muffin day http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=264
What is Kidworth.com? Kidworth is a free tool designed to teach kids financial goal setting. With the holidays upon us it’s a great time to set up a Kidworth account and invite family and friends to give the gift of financial responsibility. Parents set up an account, and kids enter their goals. Whether they are saving up for guitar lessons or a donation to the local animal shelter, Kidworth can help them achieve their dreams, and you won’t have to deal with so much stuff. Sign up for Kidworth this holiday season and give your children the best gift of all, financial responsibility
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, -Boost your WiFi signal so it’s faster & -Get rid of spyware & viruses. -Install software to Monitor your child’s Mobile Phone, Computer and Internet Activity on PCs & Macs. -Set up a shared family calendar & To-Do list SAME DAY SERVICE: Affordable pricing, Text/Call (818) 485-1444 or email gregg@gadgetSOS.com.
Moms In Motion LA – New Year, New Teams! MIM LA is coming to Encino this January! Carve out time for your health in 2012 by joining our Griffith Park or (new) Encino Team to train for a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon. Griffith Park trains Saturdays from 7:30-9:30am. Encino trains Saturdays 10:30-11:30am. Visit www.momsinmotionla.com for details about the upcoming season or contact Lucie at fitnessmama@gmail.com. Annual membership and program fee required.
FAAN, The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network Tickets for FAAN Fundraiser – LA KINGS vs. BLUE JACKETS – Makes a Great Holiday Gift! Saturday Jan 7th at 1pm at Staples Center Kings vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Support FAAN – The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network. Purchase great hockey seats at substantially reduced prices to benefit a worthy cause, partially tax-deductible. This fundraiser will raise awareness and provide an activity that is quite often out of reach for many people who suffer from life-threatening food/nut allergies. NUT-FREE-Suite seats available for those with severe allergies. Multiple seating price options. Email vbraun@foodallergy.org.
Is your child struggling with reading or writing? As an educational therapist for over 10 years, Jen Kalan, MA, ET/P, works with children with a variety of learning differences and ADHD. Utilizing research-based methods, Jen tailors each lesson to the individual needs of the child, while collaborating with teachers and other related professionals. Jen specializes in early intervention for reading disorders and strives to remediate learning issues while enhancing self-esteem. Office located in Agoura Hills. Call 310-699-9947 or email jenniferkalan@gmail.com.
Calabasas financial planning firm seeks part time financial advisor The position will start as a back office financial advisor – not dealing face to face with clients. Over time, you will have the opportunity to interact face to face with clients. We are looking for someone who understands what financial life planning is, and what the fee only model is all about. 10 hours a week to start. Email your resume to laura@kranefinancialsolutions.com. www.kranefinancialsolutions.com
Exclusive Clothing for Active Women…Where Fitness and Fashions Come Together.Lisa M Clothing is Featuring Designer Maria Bianca Nero Dresses. These luscious Designer Dresses are Shown in Nieman Marcus, Bloomingdales. Regular retail pricing is way above $300 for each dress! LisaM is offering them to you for less than half wholesale – All dresses will be $100 or less. 22706 Ventura Blvd in Woodland Hills, 91367 Hours 10am-6pm – Monday thru Saturday 818-999-9509
One World Rhythm events are great for any size group and any age Awesome, spontaneous & exciting music making experiences. They achieve goals by placing percussion & other melodic instruments into the hands of the guests and assist them in finding musical achievements regardless of their age or experience.
Zen Family Habits A celebration of all things family. It’s about living simply and with presence of mind. It’s about cultivating healthy, meaningful, relationships with loved ones. It’s about just having fun and enjoying life’s simple pleasures. Zen Family Habits provides practical articles on: home and organizing, education and learning, fitness and nutrition, family, and simplicity.
Momversation Where real women share insights into the issues that affect us. It’s a place to connect, share and join fun or enlightening conversations.
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Every day, students around the world attend Mathnasium learning centers to boost their math skills They are highly specialized; we teach only math. Members usually attend two or three times a week for about an hour. Their goal is to significantly increase your child’s math skills, understanding of math concepts, and overall school performance, while building confidence and forging a positive attitude toward the subject.
Myself BeltsTM are unlike any belt you’ve seen before! Promotes independence & boosts self-esteem! One-handed closure easy to fasten & unfasten!Mom-invented, award-winning belts for kids!Perfect for special needs; adult belt sizes too! Functional, fashionable, and fun to wear!
Malibu Art Barn Their socialization program’s most important quality is its safe, supportive, and comfortable atmosphere. The staff is young, insightful, and energetic. The dynamic they share embraces creation, acceptance, and wonder. The program uses community art projects as a medium to promote healthy social interactions. This is a way for children to develop values both individually and universally. Simply put; a child will be given the opportunity to experience how one can affect many.
Massage & Healing Bodywork – Michelle Rozzen- Santa Monica Based Licensed Massage Therapist Michelle Rozzen is a native Southern California gal with a love for healing others through massage therapy. For over seven years she has practiced massage locally and internationally on professional athletes, as well as doing house calls for her private clients. The massage modalities she specializes in are: Swedish, Reiki, Deep Tissue, Thai, Sports, Lomi Lomi, Cranio Sacral Therapy Massage and Therapeutic Stretching. Michelle has developed a powerful and unique ability to listen to each body and its path for healing, re-balancing and aligning. To book your massage appointment or for more information please call: 818-298-9063 or email at michelle@michellerozzen.com Mention Jen’s List and receive 15 minutes free for your first session.
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Do you have little athletes in your family — soccer, dancing or swimming? Whatever sports your kids do, “The Kids’ (and Parents, too!) Book of Good Sportsmanship” will help them understand what it means — and how important it is — to be a Good Sport. They’ll learn easy, basic sports manners through reading familiar situations that feature kids just like them. Handy reminders are provided with each tip so parents and the entire family can learn to be Good Sports together. Perfect for children ages Pre-K – 8. www.TheKidsBookOfGoodSportsmanship.com
Cool Mom Picks They have a soft spot for non-mainstream products and services, particularly those from indie or emerging designers and mom/women-run companies. They believe you can stay true to your dazzling design sensibilities and still support an entrepreneur, especially one trying to support her family through her work. But they can be found loving on anything that they think is cool, really.
The Digitwirl weekly web show Features quick, how-to, videos that show you most practical gadgets, useful websites and clever apps to simplify your hectic life, and then teach you how to use them. Each week, we teach you ways to save money, time, and a few gray hairs. We do all the research, read the manuals and test-drive everything we recommend to make sure it’s actually solving the challenges that we all face. Then, in 3 short minutes, (less time than it takes to make microwave popcorn), you’ve learned one more way to make your life more manageable. Ever done a happy dance when tech actually works for you? Yep, now you’re doing the Digitwirl.
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Her Say A daily web series hosted by Soleil Moon Frye and a team of the most respected bloggers, hosts, experts and (even a few celebrities!) featuring all the hot topics you want to know about. From parenting to relationships, celebrity, fashion, technology, and of course food, we’ll keep you connected and in the know. Whether you’re a busy mom, career woman or both, if you’re looking for one stop shopping on all things buzzing around the web, this is the site for you.
Revolutionary New Music Therapy App: SINGFIT SingFit is an innovative new music App developed by a board certified music therapist to bring life enhancing health and wellness benefits to everyone through the joyful experience of singing. A unique Lyric Coach system makes it easy to sing the words to a song for people who are unable to read, or with impaired vision, including those with autism, speech impediments, dementia, brain trauma, and other special needs. Download SingFit for FREE today in the Apple iTunes Store to start singing.
Find Local Snow Conditions and Snow Play Areas for the Kids Local guides to conditions, maps, and great tips to play with the kids in the Wrightwood area of Angeles National Forest. http://mtnhardware.com/snowplay/
Year End Tax Planning Tips It’s the end of the year, which normally means spending time with the family around the holidays. But don’t forget to review your situation for some last minute tax savings ideas for 2011. The deadline for many deductions, using your flexible spending accounts, etc. is December 31, not next April 15! http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505123_162-57344618/year-end-tax-tips-2011/ |
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