Tuesday April 3 2012









Looking for Swim Lessons? Come swim with
LennyK Swim Academy!


Not only is learning to swim a great way to bond with your children, great exercise, and fun for the entire family, it also is a lifesaving endeavor! Check out the videos of some of the amazing LKSA students and see how Lenny and his team at LKSA are dedicated to sharing the fun of swimming and water safety.


http://www.youtube.com/user/lennykswim


Mention this listing and receive 1 FREE LESSON at sign up! Registration fees not included one per student, new students only. Not valid with other offers.


Westside JCC – 323-525-0323


Milken JCC – 818-464-3315


www.lennykswim.com


 


 


Today in History


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


Children’s Book Day


Reconciliation Day


Congress passes the Coinage Act and the U.S. Mint is born. (1792)


International Pillow Fight Day


National Peanut butter and Jelly Day


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=356


 


 


Stellar Caterpillar Classes and Private Lessons


Master milestones and cultivate confidence during baby’s first year through guided motor skill development. Based in the Feldenkrais Method of neuromuscular development, these “Mommy & Me” style classes teach simple hands-on playful activities to do with baby at home on a daily basis. They teach babies their own fantastic ability to be stable, coordinated, and confident. Group classes begin in April in L.A. area. Contact: Donna Eshelman, M.A., G.C.F.P. at 310-217-7543.


www.stellarcaterpillar.com


 


 


The Playroom Sherman Oaks – Party Special


Sherman Oaks Best Party Place & Cleanest Indoor Play Space for the 5 & under crowd. “The Hot Spot for Tots”. BOOK NOW and Get $50 OFF a private party booking Plus a 5 visit Play Card. Limited time special starts 4/01/12 until 4/08/12 (no exceptions)*Must mention ad when booking. Party can be for any available date. (New bookings only. Not valid with any other offers, discounts, specials or promotions. MINIMAL SPACE AVAILABLE! Also-Mention this Jen ‘s List and get $2.00 off open play (4/1/12-4/8/12). Not valid for playcard holders. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts


818-784-(PLAY)7529


 


 


Can you imagine what your life would be like if you had the tools needed to move on from divorce?


At Divorce Detox™ they understand the pain and consequences of divorce, and also recognize that divorce provides an opportunity for personal growth, wisdom and a happier life. Your time is now to survive and thrive. Let them guide you through your journey of separation or divorce to a fulfilling future. Call (888) 456-7056 for a free consultation. With Divorce Detox™, divorce is a transition, not a way of life.


www.divorcedetox.com


 


 


On Camera Focus Group Needed for a New Consumer Electronics/Craft Product


This is the world’s first wireless, full color, handheld design and print system. Create AND PRINT, right from the palm of your hand. If selected, you will be asked to give on camera interviewing expressing your own, honest, unscripted opinion for our commercial. It’s a lot of fun!  In addition to receiving the product-FOR FREE($250 value), you’ll get a $100 expense stipend. Interested? Email getsuperpeople@gmail.com with “Jen’s List” as subject & they will send you back details!


 


 


Matzah Pizza from Fresh Brothers  
 
Exclusively for Passover, April 6th to 14th.


http://freshbrothers.com/


 


 


How Much Do Babies and Kids Earn on Commercials?


An LA mom and acting coach shares specifics about the financial side of commercials.


http://lamomsdig.com/blog/how-much-do-babies-and-kids-earn-on-commercials/


 


 


Free Workouts for 6 Weeks with the Latest Piece of Equipment by Nautilus


They need male & female TV testimonials who want to try an amazing new workout for FREE! You’ll get free workout classes 4x/week, free product + cash! They are specifically looking for people who’ve been in great shape in the past, and want those bodies back! Class will be held in Culver City. If you want details, Email fitnessinfomercial@gmail.com with “JEN’S LIST” in the subject line and they will get back to you with details!


 


 


Best Karate Studio Ever!


For 26 years, Team Karate Centers has been coaching people, of all ages, in the process of learning & practicing the martial arts as a tool for learning and practicing the art of being a more complete, proactive, and empowered human being. They help instill valuable character traits, beliefs, and habits. They teach a brand of self-defense that transcends the block, kick, punch, and throw – and includes the self-defense skills of kindness, empathy, community, and compassion. If you are looking for something fun & extraordinarily engaging, interesting, and life-enhancing, they’re masters of making it easy to get started. We’ve been a part of this studio for 6+ years and absolutely LOVE IT THERE!!


www.teamkaratecenters.com  


 


 


The Best Shoe For Your Workout


http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/best-fitness-shoes


 


 


That’s It


The first-of-its-kind fruit bar that contains literally 2 ingredients: just fruit and fruit! They come in three varieties: apples+cherries, apples+pears, and apples+apricots and each bar contains the equivalent of two whole servings of fruit. 100 calories, are fat free, and deliver 3g of fiber per bar. That’s it.TM fruit bars are also gluten-free, vegan, kosher, and diabetic friendly/low on the glycemic index. They were recently featured in the April issue of SELF magazine, rated a 92 point “Hit” by Phil Lempert(Supermarketguru.com) & received a smashing review from Food Network star Lisa Lillien(Hungry-girl.com). Available for in over 1,000 stores nationwide including Whole Foods, Gelsons, The Vitamin Shoppe, Equinox and other outlets.


www.thatsitfruit.com


 


 


Do you still have a lower belly pooch or pain in your lower back?


RESTORE THE CORE is a mat Pilates program designed for moms who want to flatten their tummy & strengthen their core! Class is held in Woodland Hills at 8:30 PM every Tue & Thur for an effective 50 min core workout. 8 week program starts April 3rd for just $224. FREE trial classes are now in session! Email melissa@lovemybodyfitness.comor call (818) 631-1257. Private training also offered within the SFV and LA.


www.lovemybodyfitness.com


 


 


Soccer Solutions


Run by Philip Stein, with over 10 years of coaching experience, mainstream and kids with special needs, your child/children will learn new and exciting skills no matter what level..from beginners to advanced. They teach teamwork, good sportsmanship and leadership. Clinics are run every weekend at 10am and again at 12pm. Spaces are limited. Location is at the Van Nuys/Sherman Oaks Park. To sign up, email philipstein22@yahoo.com or call (213)268-4785.


 


 


10 Cool Parenting Apps


http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/features/the-10-best-parenting-apps-7608844.html


 


 


Let them eat cake!


30 amazing birthday cake ideas


http://bit.ly/opwjGR


 


 


Are you obsessed with beauty products?


If you love all things beauty and want to be up on the latest that skincare has to offer, visit www.insiderbeautybuzz.com. From must-have makeup, skincare products and insider tips that can make you look years younger, they have you covered from head to toe. Sign up for the free weekly IBBmail and you’ll get first dibs on giveaways, special events and breaking beauty news as it happens. You can even email your burning beauty questions and they will get back to you with personalized advice!


 


 


7 Tips for Raising Kids Who Won’t Lie to You 
 
Allow kids to feel safe.  Shift to solutions.  Ask instead of accuse.  Encourage honesty.  Make the most of mistakes.  Love unconditionally.  Watch your own ‘white lies.’
http://www.circleofmoms.com/article/7-tips


 


 


Rare Deal at Four Seasons Westlake Village 


WWW.ConejoDeals.com is offering an incredible deal today at the Wellness Kitchen at Four Seasons Westlake Village. For just $99, you and a fellow foodie can take a cooking class and dine on your creations in the gorgeous Four Seasons dining room. Normally, this experience would cost $250 for two. Great gift for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day (grilling classes in time for summer), birthdays, and anniversaries. Your certificate is valid through July 31st. Conejo Deals donates $1 to a local school or organization with each purchase.


 


 


50 FREE Animated Learning to Read Instructional videos for beginning and pre-readers


The videos guide your child through the learning to read process and they are FREE! Watch them and Share them with others.


www.FirstStepReading.com


 


 


Special Icon  30% Off Any Hair Service for 4 Months when you book in April and May


Maka is a Master Stylist at De Cielo Salon and Spa in Burbank. She has 12 years of experience and is constantly furthering her education. She Specializes in Extensions, Haircuts, Organic Hair Coloring and Highlights, Non Formaldehyde Cadiveu smoothing system, Formal and Wedding styling. Call (818)720-0767 to book your appointment or for a free consultation.


 


 


Free Giant Easter Egg Hunt


Saturday, April 7th beginning at 10:30am


Infant thru 6th grade separate hunting areas


Morning includes:


*Live music


*”The hunt”


*Face painting


*Gift basket drawing for children


*Lunch


Our Redeemer Lutheran Church


8520 Winnetka Ave in Winnetka


818/341-3460


www.our-redeemer.org


 


 


Easter Peeps Recipes, Crafts and Products


http://www.parenting.com/gallery/easter-peep-recipes-crafts-activities?src=soc&dom=tw


 


 


Positions Available


Extraordinary Assistant Needed for Mac Computer Consulting Company in Calabasas


Seeking a highly capable, sharp, warm, trustworthy assistant to grow with a cutting-edge, rapidly expanding hi-tech company.


• Superior Mac & touch-typing skills – keyboard shortcuts etc.


• Quickbooks experience


• Knows Evernote


• Team-player, easy-going, and considerate of working in a home environment


• Self-directed, organized, intuitive, reliable, and pays attention to detail


Responsibilities include:


Booking clients, invoicing, bill-pay, receipts processing, reconciling bank/credit card statements, organizing, filing.


Starting with 10 – 20 hours/week. Only experienced applicants with excellent references.


Submit resume & cover letter to info@samandcompany.com.


AND


Part-Time Executive Administrative Assistant


20 hours a week – Beverly Hills private residence.


$18-20/ hour max


Generally very flexible days and times.  Able to be flexible with personal and family schedule.


Most important criteria:


EXCELLENT verbal and written skills a must


Excellent attention to detail a must


Excellent self-starting organizing skills a must


5-7years experience working with high level executive


5-8Must be able to deal with waves of pressure; slow days, crazy days.


Interested, please submit resume and cover letter to:  kelly@kjherman.com


 


 


Hike It Up


Brings communities and families together by producing progressive events and fundraisers that involve community based activities and improvement projects that serve youth, family, individual, environmental, and school-based programs.


www.hikeitup.org


 


 


Vegetarian Menu Ideas for Easter and Passover


http://blog.womenshealthmag.com/food/vegetarian-menu


 


 


Casting


Are you unhappy with your bust line? Want to enhance your breasts WITHOUT surgery or pills? Participate in an at-home treatment to help you get the look you want!


AND


Have your eyes lost their allure? Do you have fine lines, dark circles of puffiness that you can’t get rid of around your eyes? Try out a new beauty treatment!


AND


Do you suffer from spider veins and don’t know how to minimize them? Participate in a treatment to reduce spider veins!


AND 


Do you have cellulite you just can’t seem to get rid of? Do you hate wearing shorts or dresses because you’re ashamed of the way your skin looks?


Contact Jennie Wolfgram at 323-956-3481 or betterin7@gmail.com for more information on any of the above.


 


 


Local Writer Event


Saturday, April 7th from 5pm-7pm


Join local author, Alexandra Pauley, at Back to the Grind, located at 3575 University Ave, Riverside, 92501, as she discusses her “fluffy” murder mystery novel, Semi-Sweet Sarcophagus, as well as the, sometimes, long road to getting your book published.


www.alexandrapauley.ws


 


 


Get everyone calm and settled enough to get to sleep at a decent hour  
 
The all-important evening routine.  It IS possible.
http://www.flylady.net/d/br/author/alice-wellborn/


 


 


Private Piano Lessons


Pearl Kaufman is a renowned concert pianist and Hollywood film recording artist (for over 250 films including, “Dr. Zhivago”). She graduated with honors from USC, where she received her Bachelor and Master of Music degrees. She also taught piano at USC and at CSUN. For over 25 years Pearl has shared her love of music by teaching students of all ages, all styles of music, from beginners to advanced. Private lessons in your home or her studio. Call 310-4746765 or email pkpiano@hotmail.com.


 


 


Do you need a photo montage for an upcoming event?


Bar Mitzvahs, Weddings, Birthdays etc! Bari will take your most treasured images, put them to music and transfer the completed photo montage to DVD. You will get a one of a kind DVD slideshow keepsake! It is perfect as a personalized photo gift or heirloom to pass on to future generations.


www.slideshowsbybari.com


 



Unlocking Your Story: Spring Writing Workshops
April 12th-May 31st(Santa Monica)/Thurs.’s from 6:30-9:30pm
April 13th– June 1st(Woodland Hills)/Fri.’s from 10am-1pm
This popular workshop is designed to explore the life experiences that have shaped and defined you. Through creative exercises and practical techniques, you’ll find the *spark* to unleash the stories that reflect the uniqueness of your journey, and the opportunity to open up to your deepest, authentic self. Bring a work-in-progress, an idea you wish to develop, or simply come willing to explore. Instructor Karin Gutman has been working closely with writers for 10+ yrs and often works with deeply personal material. She teaches at UCLA Extension Writers’ Program and coaches writers privately.
www.unlockingyourstory.com


 


 


Horizon Hills Preschool, Parenting Program, Conejo Valley Adult Education


Spring, Summer, & Fall openings at Horizon Hills, a totally awesome parent participation preschool.


MWF classes or TTH classes, Infant/Toddler/Multi-age Preschool.


Horizon Hills in Thousand Oaks offers MWF & TTh classes for parents & children of all ages.  .Children learn through active play, forming the building blocks for future academics and social skills. Parents learn too!  View wonders of nature in the Monarch butterfly gardens. Create with clay, paper, paint, or even bubbles — limited only by imagination. Openings available now in Team class, Danielle’s MWF class, Lucinda’s school-age class and Kelly or Carol’s TTh class.


805-492-8837


http://www.conejoadultschool.org/parenting/Parenthome.htm


 


 


Leilah Sadd Lewin, LCSW: Psychotherapist
Leilah works with individuals, couples and families who have a variety of psychosocial stressors and issues. She utilizes a collaborative approach to therapy that is different and specific to each individual. She will work with you at your pace and help you find the tools you need to reach your goals in therapy and in life. She has extensive experience with: Post Partum Depression, Relationship Issues, Loss/Grief, Depression, Anxiety, Divorce, Infertility or Adoption, Trauma and PTSD, Breast Cancer, Transition to Parenthood and more. She has years of experience with women’s issues with a deep compassion and specific skill set to help women and couples. To reach Leilah call (818) 996-7970.
www.Therapists.PsychologyToday.com/rms/47450


 


 


JNET – Non Profit Group for Business Networking within the Jewish Community
Thurs, April 5th from 6:30-9pm
Nosh, Schmooze & Make Business Connections in this ever-growing community of Jewish professionals! JNET is committed to facilitating business relationships w/in the Jewish community throughout the Conejo & San Fernando valleys & surrounding areas. No charge to attend 2 meetings. Tarzana chapter meets the first Thurs of every month at Temple Judea – 5429 Lindley Ave., 91356


www.jewishbusinessnetworking.org


 


 


Inexpensive Websites for Businesses


If you need a simple website for you business, Catherine Lee can help. The cost would be from $600-$1000 for information websites. She can also teach you to edit and work it yourself after the initial payment, so no payments will be made for changes.


www.esmeinc.com