Thursday March 22 2012









The Great Mother’hood Conference –
For Moms by Moms


April 29that The Marina Del Rey Marriott Grand Ballroom


The Great Mother’Hood Event provides new and expectant moms information from trusted sources. They’ve filtered through the clutter so you can participate in discussions you care about. Reliable prenatal & newborn information, blended with unique focus groups, discussion panels, interaction w/local retailers & national brands. Incredible giveaways & swag bags! You do NOT want to miss this! Created by Moms for Moms to make life easier.


www.insigniavisions.com


 


 


Today in History


National Goof Off Day


www.history.com/this-day-in-history


 


 


Anastasia Brow Studio at Nordstrom Topanga is the BEST place for brows


They believe in a FULL, NATURAL LOOKING BROW, that frames YOUR face and bone structure. You will not experience thin, over plucked, or “one size fits all” brows here. They measure each client according to the individuals bone structure to achieve the best shape for each client. They specialize in “brow rehab”(as I had to go to…LOL) and take the time to teach each client how to reach their best brow potential. Ronnie Retin is the manager of the Anastasia Brow Studio in the Cosmetics department at Nordstrom Topanga. With 10 years of experience, she is truly an EXPERT at what she does and has been deemed a true artist by her clients. She is available Tues-Sat., from 10am-5:30pm. Call 818-884-7900 ext. 1757 for an appt.


 


 


Mommy Must-have: New Children’s Vitamin


New alternaVites Kids is a great alternative to chalky chewables and sugary gummies. alternaVites kids is a delicious crystal powder:


– So versatile: Sprinkle it right on the tongue, lick it off a spoon, mix it into smoothies, yogurt, puddings, etc – the options are endless!


– 0 grams of sugar (free of aspartame and high fructose corn syrup).


– No artificial sweeteners, colors, flavors, or preservatives.


– Amazing flavors: Strawberry Bubblegum and Raspberry Cotton Candy.


Receive 15% off at www.alternavites.com – just enter Jenslist at checkout.


 


 


Discover the secret of completely protecting your family and kids


A Mother’s Haven: Sunday, March 25th from 1-2pm


Your kids will be entertained, while you find out how to easily name guardians for your kids. You’ll discover how to avoid the 6 common mistakes most parents make that leave their kids at risk. Everyone in attendance will take home a copy of “Wear Clean Underwear! A Fast, Fun, Friendly – and Essential – Guide to Legal Planning for Busy Parents” PLUS you’ll have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to A Mother’s Haven. This FREE legal planning educational seminar is presented by Personal Estate Planning Lawyer, Gerry Kane, who’s been guiding families for 15+ years. Register at www.estplan.com or call 818-905-6088


 


 


Love coupons but always forget them?


Become a MOGL and simply Eat Out and Cash In without coupons! Now with over 450 restaurants in the MOGL network, you can get 10% CASH BACK on your debit or credit card every time you dine out. New restaurants to MOGLinclude Menchie’s Calabasas, The Sunset Room and Wicked Way Cafe in Westlake. Visit any restaurant more than a few times a month and you could win the MOGL Jackpot which sometimes reaches over $100. It’s Easy, Fun and FREE. Use referral code “jenslist” when you sign up at www.mogl.com or the MOGL App on Iphone or Android. 


 


 


Nanny, Housekeeper, Babysitter Leads


http://jenslist.com/2012/03/21/los-angeles-housekeeper-and-nanny-leads-march-6-20/


 


 


Summer Camp Open House This Sunday


Aloha Beach Camp, an aquatic sports day camp for kids in Los Angeles, is having an Open House this Sunday, March 25th from 1pm-3pm at Paradise Cove in Malibu where the camp takes place. This is a family-friendly event where you can learn about the program, meet camp staff, enjoy refreshments, play games, win free prizes and more. Check out Aloha Beach Camp’s Facebook page for pictures and videos of the program in action, or visit www.AlohaBeachCamp.com for more information including the status of this Sunday’s open house in the event of rain. (If it rains, the open house may be rescheduled. Updates will be posted on Aloha Beach Camp’s home page as the open house event draws near.)


 


 


Total Woman Gym & Day Spahonors National Women’s History Month


All events are open to the public and include Amazing One-Day Only Specials in Membership, Spa and Personal Training, complimentary food, beverages and music, demos and giveaways, raffles and prizes! The gym and spa is exclusively designed for women with a staff of over 700 women assisting members achieve their fitness, wellness and spiritual goals.


March 22nd – Studio City – Grand Opening of 12,000 sq. ft. facility


March 27th – Northridge – Women’s History Month Celebration


March 28th – Woodland Hills & Glendale Women’s History Month Celebration


March 29th – Westlake Village – Women’s History Month Celebration           


Mid-Summer  Valencia – Grand Opening (Preview Center Is Open)


www.totalwomanspa.com


 


 


Spring Break Classes for Kids


Tuesday, April 3rd from 2-5pm


Plant your own salad garden and make a great meal.


Chicken Breasts stuffed with Bread and Fresh Herbs, Confetti Cole Slaw, Oven Roasted Vegetables


Ages 9-12


Limit – 8 kids, must pre-register and pre-pay – $35


and


Wednesday, April 4th from 10am-1pm


Plant your own salad garden and make a great meal


Green Salad with fresh picked vegetables, Pizza with lots of toppings, Orzo Pasta with Vegetable Confetti


Ages 6+


Limit – 10 kids, must pre-register and pre-pay – $35


For more information contact Laura Taylor At Home at Laura@laurataylorathome.com.


www.laurataylorathome.com


 


 


Unplug and Eat Together Musaique Shabbat Dinner


Friday, March 23rd at 6:00pm


Inspired by the National Day of Unplugging, “Unplug and Eat Together Musaique Shabbat Dinner” is a chance to slow down, turn off our phones, and connect over food, drink, stories and music. Hear local writers Dan Fost, Daniel Schifrin, and Pamela Alma Weymouth read tales of meaningful moments eating together with others over a vegetarian Mediterranean Shabbat Dinner buffet.


https://www.jccsf.org/programs/jewish-holiday-events/shabbat/unplug-and-eat-together-musaique-shabbat-dinner/


 


 


The Beautiful Health &Wellness Event at Cella Skin Care


Friday, March 23rd from 4:30-8pm


Decompress and get nurtured. Indulge in a comp. chair massage by Taly Bar Healing Bodywork, ask pilates guru, Pilates with Kym, questions about targeted workout/pain management, find out about flawless, healthy Mist Airbrush organic spray tanning and consult with Cella Skin Care about your skin care needs, the latest treatments available, and leave with a free travel size of 302 Skin Care cleanser for your specific skin type. You will receive great coupons for all services & a free facial, free spray tan, free massage & free private pilates training session will be raffled. Plus yummy refreshments!


RSVP-818-623-7333


23548 Calabasas Rd #205 in Calabasas, 91302


818-623-7333


www.cellaskincare.com


 


 


String Project Los Angeles Music School: Spring & Summer 2012 Music Camp  
 
The Spring Break Sessions is now open for enrollment. 5th to 8th grades, violin, viola, cello, bass. Open to elementary and middle string players this unique experience offers daily instruction in a small ensemble setting as well as courses in improvisation, rhythm, theory, music history, and master class with guest artists.


“One of the top 10 reasons to study music in LA” – Strings Magazine.
www.stringprojectla.com


Little Roots Daycare: Fun, Loving, & Enriching   
Little Roots Daycare is a small family daycare located right by The Grove in Los Angeles. Little Roots offers music, art, gymnastics, nature exploration and much more. Gross and fine motor development activities. Kosher meals provided. Fully licensed by the State of California. CPR/FIRST AID/AED Certified. Call (213) 444-6770 to schedule a visit today. Lic. #197418029
www.littlerootsdaycare.weebly.com


 


Looking for Donations


St. Martin’s has been providing students with superior academic & extracurricular programs, while teaching solid values & morals since 1957. We are proud to say that our graduating students have been accepted to many of the top high schools. As a nonprofit organization, we need the help of community members to achieve these goals. The Gala and Silent auction on April 28th is our big fundraiser for the year! Consider donating goods, services or gift certificates. Contact kym@mybabylala.com by March 30th.


http://stmartinsschool.org


AND


The Parents Association Group of Woodland Hills Private School is hosting their 5th Annual Silent Auction on April 20th. This is their biggest fundraising event of the year and all proceeds from the auction will go toward programs for their pre-school children. PAG is still accepting donations from businesses. If unable to donate, they are also offering ad space for purchase in their auction booklet. Contact sharmy_ca@yahoo.com for more information.


www.whps2012silentauction.webs.com


AND


Kester Avenue/Kester Magnet Elementary School is seeking donations (large and small) for a Silent Auction at their 6th Annual World Music & Art Festival on Saturday, April 28th from 11am-5pm. This event helps fund art, music, PE, and science programs for over 1,000 students. Your donation will not only help their efforts, but can also showcase your product or services to the school’s 800+ families. Donations are tax deductible. Please contact murbach1@roadrunner.com for donation forms and/or more information.


www.biddingforgood.com/kesterfest


 


 


Race to the Pool and Start Swimming with Ready, Set, Swim!


Former elementary school teacher and competitive swimmer, Ailee Dembo, the owner of Ready Set Swim, is Red Cross Certified in Water Safety, Swimming Instruction, CPR and First Aid and has been in the water with children for years. She offers Parent and Me classes, Private, Semi-Private, 10 Day Intensive Courses and 5 Day Refresher Courses. Ailee incorporates songs, toys, games and water safety information into all of her classes. Classes are held at a private heated pool in Encino. To sign up or find out more, visit www.readysetswimla.com or email Ailee at ailee@readysetswimla.com.


 


 


Home Styling & Organizing


Look around, does your clutter drive you crazy? Spring is almost here…get organized and start fresh. Revital will make life easy and neat for you. Her services include kitchen, bathrooms, pantries and all closets anywhere in the house. Moving or going under construction? She will help sort and organize everything before and after, including your garage too. Mess Be Gone is dedicated to take stress of your life. 10% off for Jen’s List members.


(818) 631-4282


www.messbgone.org


 


 


Realize your Dream in 12 Weeks


Saturday, March 31st at 2 p.m.


Stop waiting for someday! Make everyday count, and make everyday about moving and living your dream life! Discuss the Dream Coach Workbook and process, the 12 weeks of moving towards “Living as A Dreamer,” and making 2012 the year you make your dream come true! Judy Santos is a Certified Dream Coach. RSVP to save your spot! Wine and cheese to follow the discussion.


www.inspireactioncoaching.com


 


Summer Day Camp In Chatsworth: Kicks In Motion MMA
From June 18thAugust 10th
Fun! Fun! Fun! They are offering a wide variety of mixed martial arts, cross – training with other sports as well as crafts, movies, water play and so much more! Visit the “Other Services” page for brochure & pricing information. Kicks In Motion MMA, A Family Mixed Martial Arts and Fitness Center. Located next to Pacific Theaters.
www.kicksinmotionmma.com


 


2 Family Yoga Classes at Tarzana YogaWorks


Sunday, March 25th from 10-11am and 11:30am-12:30pm


These classes welcome all ages and promote family togetherness. Individual, partner and group poses, simple breathing techniques and creative movement make this a fun and active time for everyone. For those attending the 11:30 yoga class, come for a healthy yummy snack at the Whole Foods Store downstairs! Family Yoga is taught by Certified Yoga Instructor, Julie Markovitz RYT. The 10am class is free for YogaWorks members and $8for non-members. The 11:30 class is $15 per child (parents are free!) and all proceeds from this class go to the Whole Planet Foundation. For more info, contact Julie at 818. 421.7779 or www.danceyoga.com.


18700 Ventura Blvd. Suite 210


 


Host an International Foreign Exchange Student in the Moreno Valley/Riverside Area
From July 17th-August 5th 
EF Educational Homestay Programs is a non-profit organization, looking for caring, volunteer host families to welcome students from China into their hearts and community. The students are participating in an English language study program. Benefits of being a host family are gaining friendships, meeting other families in your area, participate in your student’s activities and excursions, being able to experience other cultures! For more information, contact Tanya Fincher at (951) 616-8161.
www.ef.com/ehp


 


Run Around Betties: Your Personal Concierge With a Personal Assistant Touch  
 
The word from the bird is that you’re tired, run-down and listless? And you’ve been poopin out at parties. Is this true? If so…you need them! Run Around Betties will make sure all those boxes on your To-Do list are checked off so you can enjoy your life! Personal errands and help with daily tasks to administrative work for your growing business! They have the perfect Betty to meet your needs. From stay at home moms or dad’s to working professionals. So get on that horn and get yourself a Betty!
www.runaroundbetties.com


 


Never Pay Full Price for Insurance Again: Contact eRebate Insurance For Your Insurance Discounts!


Are you sick of insurance premium hikes? Have you thought about your coverage as your family grows? Contact eRebate Insurance at (800) 696-4422 or info@erebateinsurance.com. They are a unique discount insurance company in the San Fernando Valley to discuss your needs. They specialize in Life, Long Term Care, Disability, Individual and Group Health Plans, and Annuities. 
www.erebateinsurance.com



Looking For a Summer Camp for Your 3 to 13 Year Old? Visit Camp Funtime’s Open House


Sunday, April 1st from 11am0in
Camp Funtime summer day camp has been providing children with a well rounded camp program since 1958. Campers swim everyday and rotate through 30 different activities throughout the week. They offer flexible scheduling, affordable prices and a safe and secure gated facility. Visit their second open house to learn what they are all about. No need to sign-up, stop by anytime on April 1st with your kids. For questions, call the camp office at (818) 789-8405. 
www.CampFuntime.org



GO-GIRL Fashion Fixes Seen in Star Mag on Stands Now
 
Check out GO-GIRL Fashion Fixes seen in Star Magazine/Hot Sheet on stands now. Lint on the go sheets, The Smudge Sponge, Emergency Kit and The Diva Tool Kit are just a few that keep this line standing out in the crowd. Enter GOGIRL for 15% off. Makes for great gifts.
www.gogirlfashionfixes.com



 
The Help Group presents Through Our Eyes


A Celebration of Young Artists, an exhibit of wonderfully creative original artwork by students of The Help Group’s Village Glen and Bridgeport Schools.  The exhibit will run from March 20th through March 25th and a special reception in honor of the young artists will be held on Saturday, March 24th from 6-9pm. Through Our Eyes is free and open to the public. More than 100 paintings will be on display and available for sale, with all proceeds benefiting The Help Group’s Village Glen and Bridgeport Schools’ arts programs The James Gray Gallery is located at the Bergamot Station Art Center, 2525 Michigan Ave., Building D4, Santa Monica. For more information, contact events@thehelpgroup.org or call 818-779-5212.


 



Kesterfest: Vendor Spots, Advertising Opportunities, Live Music  
Saturday, April 28th from 11am-5pm 
6th annual festival with live music, a special performance by Ozokidz, food trucks and you! CNN will be there to report on this spectacular event! Be a Vendor, spots start at $125. Advertise, ads begin at $25. Be in the goody bag for just $25.
www.kesterfest.org 


Momentum: An Evening of Dance Benefit 
Sunday, March 25that 6pm
The Los Angeles Youth Ballet and Theatrics Dance Company present a benefit performance at the Madrid Theatre, 21622 Sherman Way in Canoga Park.
Guest artists include Axis Dance Company, SolVita Dance Company-Joelle Martinec, Terri Best Dance, collidEdance-Erica Sobol, Commonality Dance Company-Adam Parson, Mecca Andrews, Reflections Dance Company-Nichelle Bane. Tickets available at the Los Angeles Ballet Academy, 16422 Ventura Boulevard in Encino, (818) 382-2500 or at the Madrid Box Office.
www.laballet.com/indexlaba.html


Yoli Fitness: Colfax Meadows/Studio City Neighborhood Gym Just 


Certified since 1994, Yoli Caponera has trained and helped many clients get results. Private training is available along with amazing, new Cardio/Sculpt Classes  were you can burn a thousand calories while toning all over. Small group classes ensure individual attention to avoid injuries. Class Hours are MWF 8:45 a.m. and Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Evening classes are available upon request. Call (818) 209-3299 to make an appointment, or Visit www.yolifitness.com for more information.


Unique Art Classes for kids
As your child prepares to start her art lesson, how about warming her up with an air guitar routine to “You Really Got Me?” She is then “transported” to the New York City Subway System to learn the art of Keith Haring! Or engaged in a fun “splatter-fest” as she recreates the work of Jackson Pollock! Patrice has over 15 years of experience teaching art to children privately, in schools, in special workshops and art camps. Her lesson plans are unique, interactive and highly motivating. For more information, email Patrice Elmi at Stelmisfire@aol.com.


 


CHALK Preschool of Venice: Now Enrolling Through Summer and Fall of 2012


CHALK Preschool provides full or part time preschool programs for children ages 2-6. You can tour the school Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. They are also hosting a tour on Saturday, May 19thbetween 9 a.m. and Noon. For more information, or to answer any questions, contact Director April Schafer at aschafer@chalkpreschool.com or (310) 827-7300. CHALK Preschool’s newest location in Venice is located at 2201 Lincoln Boulevard. 


www.chalkpreschool.com


 


For the parent of a child with ASD, ADHD, Neurodevelopmental disorders – Social boundaries 
 
Helping our children learn social boundaries in a society where freely sharing personal information is being displayed for them.
http://www.horizonsdrc.com/articles/my-dogs-got-a-canker-sore-and-other-random-comments


 


Be Part of an Educational, Inspirational & Fun Fitness Cruise on The Carnival Splendor  
 
August 5thAugust 12th
Learn and live the meaning of health and wellness through stress reduction,exercise and healthy eating, that can change the course of the rest of your life. You will restore vitality and freshness,achieving results through challenging physical activity and helpful nutritional guidance. Enjoy group fitness classes in Yoga, Cardio Kick, Boot Camp and Core Training. Enjoy Seminars in healthy cooking and nutrition. Learn how to eat for energy, and beat the sugar blues.
www.healthfitnesscruise.com
 


Looking for cool vendors for mother daughter tea party


Sat, May 12th


Looking for cool product and service vendors for Chatsworth Hills Academy Mother Daughter Tea Party. They will be having a pre-pamper party and want vendors who have services such as: manicurist, pedicurist, hair tinsel, hair feathers, etc. They are also looking for vendors with products such as cool baby stuff, mommy and me aprons etc. If you have a cool business you  want to promote, email heatherandlyric@yahoo.com.


 


 


Who Cares If My Child Can’t Tie His Shoes?


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/lisa-belkin/child-cant-tie-shoes_b_1342379.html


 



Do You or Your Child Want to Learn Guitar?


Christopher Caplan will drive to you for profession and fun lessons.He is a professional guitar instructor who operates in Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. Whether you or your child want to learn how to read music/understand music theory, or you just want to learn all of your favorite songs and unleash your creative potential, these lessons are right for you. $30/per hour if you go to him, $35/40 if he goes to you. contact Christopher at (818) 748-5728 orCaplanlessons@gmail.com.
www.caplanlessons.com