Temple Judea Early Childhood Center Looking for a loving and safe Nursery School to introduce your child to the joy of learning in a nurturing Jewish environment? Temple Judea offers a full array of classes for kids from birth to 6 years old. We are currently enrolling at our beautiful new Tarzana campus. Special membership rate for new families! Come for Nursery School and stay for a lifetime of Jewish learning in our award-winning Religious School and Adult Education programs. Arrange for your private tour. Contact Margie Ipp at 818-758-3800 or MIpp@templejudea.com.
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Art*Paper*Scissors is Offering an Exciting, Fun Filled Weekly Summer Camp Program for Children Ages 3-12 The program supports all children as they explore with mixed media art, woodworking, book making, cooking, drama, music + movement, and more! This focus of the camp is to provide an engaging + enriching environment for children to be creative and curious. Summer camp runs for 11 weeks starting June 18th-August 31st from 9am-12:30pm, 1pm-4:30pm or 9am-3pm. For more information, call 818.259.9086.
GadgetSOS is Like Having Your Own Personal Tech Concierge From shopping to recycling, computer repair to home theater, training & upgrading, Gregg is your go-to source for all things tech. More than your typical tech guy, his goal is to establish a lifelong relationships with you where he helps remove all technology frustrations & saves you money in the process. He will assess your current situation and advise you how to update, improve, streamline or just work with what you already have. MAC & PC expert, printers, tablets, smartphones, home theater & security. You deserve affordable pricing, reliable & punctual service with no drive time charges & no upsell or markup whatsoever. Friendly, accessible and trustworthy. Email gregg@gadgetSOS.com or call/text (818)485-1444.
Even if you Owe More than your House is Worth, You might be able to Refinance Now! Interest rates are at a 30+ year low now! Richard Shuben has been a mortgage broker for over 18 years and is also an attorney. He will find the best rate for you, and may even get you a loan that costs you NOTHING! Even if you owe more than your house is worth now you might qualify for some new programs. Richard also can represent you in the purchase or sale of your home and save you money in those transactions as well. He can help you with all your legal needs too. Call Richard at (818)883-9473.
Hebrew School-1 Hr Weekly. iTot Monthly, Israel Private Bar/Bat M or Culinary Tours twice a year Weekly Private & small group sessions. 1 or 2 hours + free extracurricular activities/events JSN, is an independent Hebrew School in Agoura since 2002. JSN was the first and is the ONLY program that offers a very unique 1Hr. curriculum with a fresh outlook on Jewish Education while fully preparing students for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah. They are offering a special rate for new groups-1 Hr Weekly or iTot monthly. No membership & no affiliation. Call 818-625-1621 or email jsnbynomie@me.com. http://www.jsnbynomie.com/jsnbynomie.com/Testimonials.html
PUPPY German Sheppard Beauty Needs a Loving Home This sweet girl was found abandoned in the city of commerce…no microchip, no name tag…A friend has taken her in and describes her as GENTLE, LOVING, SUBMISSIVE, GOOD with DOGs, GOOD with KIDS, Healthy (although needs training for jumping)…a REAL CUDDLER! Her picture is on our sites, she is stunning!
Solve Clues! Complete Challenges! Experience a City in a Fun New Way! All Guided from a Smart Phone – Part game, part city tour, Urban Adventure Quest is an interactive adventure for families that navigates you through a destination city as you solve clues and complete challenges, while seeing the sights and learning local history. You choose the city and decide when to play. Using your Smart phone, simply connect to the Web-based Quest software to embark on your own interactive scavenger hunt adventure. The set up is easy and it’s one low price for each team! Promo Code: JENSLIST for 15% off
“..It Kickin’ Country Goes To Broadway…with a coupla hot chicks” at the BIG OAK THRE, CHATSWORTH Runs through May 20th Don’t miss this rousing, fast paced, musical revue featuring The Tweedle Lee Dee-Vas girl trio, The new Doo-Wop group, THE DOODLES (college quintet), and the hottest young lady fiddler in the West + more singers and dancers. Hear the best hits of country and Broadway blended with audience participation and FUN, FUN FUN! Affordable at $25 general admission and $22 Groups and seniors. PG 13. Reservations at avenueact1@att.net or (818) 998 0185. Some shows sold out.
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Personal Appearance by Anastasia Soare for a “Brow Shape Up” event at NORDSTROM TOPANGA Sat. April 21st from 9:30am-6pm Treat yourself to what all the celebrities are raving about and learn the secret to perfect brows and beautiful eyes with your customized Anastasia Beauty Blueprint. Call 818-884-7900 ext 1757 to schedule your appt.
PBS SoCaL, Lakeshore Learning, and Los Angeles Universal Preschool are proud to present a hands-on workshop and breakfast with Curious George Tuesday, April 24th at 10am Parents and teachers can join us to learn about the PBS Kids interactive website and all of the educational games and resources it has to offer. Parents and teachers will also get to see a demonstration of interactive white board games from Lakeshore and PBS SoCal. In addition, attendees will enjoy a light breakfast, time to explore the Lakeshore store, and an opportunity to meet Curious George! Join us for a day of interactivity and exploration! Lakeshore Learning Store 8888 Venice Blvd in Los Angeles, 90034 Register at http://georgeworkshop.eventbrite.com/
Take a Walk on the Wild Side! IMAX: Born to Be Wild on DVD/Blu-ray Narrated by Academy-Award® winner Morgan Freeman, “IMAX: Born to be Wild” is an inspiring story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them-saving endangered species one life at a time. It’s the perfect film to enjoy this week for moms and kids.
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Green Day’s American Idiot FINAL 2 WEEKS! Now-April 22nd at the Ahmanson Theatre The music of Green Day and the lyrics of lead singer Billie Joe Armstrong capture the spirit of a generation with its Grammy® Award-winning multi-platinum album. American Idiot puts those raw emotions front and center in a highly theatrical and thoroughly satisfying rock opera that burns up the stage. The songs burst with emotion & The story dares you to celebrate and hope. For tickets call 213.972.4400 or visit http://www.centertheatregroup.org/IDIOT. Special Tickets Offers! Save 50% on Mezzanine seats!Rear Mezzanine seats are just $42.50 (Tues-Fri; Reg. $85) or $50 (Sat-Sun; Reg. $100) through April 22nd! Call 213.972.4400 and mention code GREENSEATS or visit www.CenterTheatreGroup.org/GREENSEATS.
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Rent a Westin Timeshare in Maui, Hawaii. Available 5/26/ to 6/2/12. 2 bedroom 2 bath sleeps 8. Full resort accommodations. The price has been reduced call now. 5 star property. Email poolwatch06@sbcglobal.net or call Sandy at (805) 433 4632. $1100 for the week.
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Beauty and Wellness Day at Cella Skin Care! Sunday, April 22nd from 2:30-5pm Come decompress and get nurtured. Indulge in complimentary chair massage, receive a mini ultrasound facial treatment, ask a pilates guru questions about targeted workout and pain management, find out about flawless, healthy organic spray tanning, consult with Cella about all your skin care needs and latest treatments available, and shop Stella & Dot jewelry with stylist, Lisa Heisser, and find the perfect Mother’s Day gift for all the moms in your life (including you!) with discounted gift certificates for facials, massage, tanning and pilates. Don’t miss this extravaganza of health and relaxation! Plus yummy refreshments! RSVP at 818-623-7333! 23548 Calabasas Rd. Suite 205 818-623-7333
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Hocus Pocus Focus! Event at Skirball for Families April 22nd from 12pm-3pm Magic & Family Fun Honoring JFS { Spirit of Hope Award Recipients David Fox, JFS { SOVA Volunteer and Dena Bess, JFS { Aleinu Volunteer Special performance by Magician Justin Willman! Benefits JFS programs for children & families in crisis.
450 Consignors at the SCV Kids Consignment Sale Thursday-Sunday April 19th-22nd from 9am-5pm LA Kids Consignment’s sister sale has over 450 families are contributing over 60,000 amazing new and gently-used kids’ items to this semi-annual sale. Come and find great bargains on kids clothes (sizes 0-16), toys, shoes, strollers, books, DVDs, games, puzzles, maternity, furniture and more! Items are 50-70% off retail. Entrance is free. 25300 Rye Canyon Rd. in Valencia, 91355
Meet the Jester at LATimes Festival of Books The Jester & Pharley and see a preview copy of the bilingual English/Spanish edition of The Jester Has Lost His Jingle/El Bufón ha perdido su gracia at the L.A. Times Festival of Books at USC this weekend – Booth #560 in the Children’s Section, near Target. April 21-22 – Saturday 10-6 Sunday 10-5 The original edition of the New York Times best-seller — written and illustrated by David Saltzman before his death from cancer in 1990 — will be available for purchase at the popular event. For every copy of the original edition and Jester & Pharley Doll bought at the festival, The Phund will donate another to a child with cancer.
Free children’s festival at Shepherd of the Valley School on April 21 in West Hills Saturday, April 21st, Ages 2-5: 10am to noon, Grades K-3: 1-3pm Two events in one day! Ages 2 – 5 10 am to noon. Free activities include face painting, bouncer castle, ride-on toys and tricycles, crafts and so much more! Afternoon event for grades K-3 from 1 pm to 3 pm, free activities include sports clinics, magic performance, bouncer house, face painting and more. At Shepherd of the Valley School in West Hills educating preschool through grade 6.
Need help decludering your living or work space? Sandra will come in evaluate the area in need of TLC. Her objective is to create a more peaceful and workable environment to suit your needs. Any job big or small Sandra will work her magic! Consultation fee will apply towards your first hour. Email swtpea1on1@aol.com.
Face Painting, Temporary Glitter Tattoos, Characters, Hula Hoop Parties Want to add some pizzazz to your party? They are a full service party entertainment company based out of the San Fernando Valley. Plain Jane Party can provide reliable first-class entertainment for all events. They currently offer face painting, temporary glitter tattoos, character appearances and hula hoop parties. Mention Jens List and receive an additional 20% off your party package. 818-612-3203
CSUNflowers: Preschool Readiness “Mommy & Me” program at Language Speech & Hearing Center at CSUN Mon & Wed OR Tues & Thurs: 9-11:30am CSUN Dept of Communication Disorders and Sciences invites you to a language-based Mommy & Me Preschool Readiness Program for the 1-4 year-old. Siblings are welcome. Opportunities to develop and expand language, play and motor skills in an open and supportive environment while playing with Mommy and friends. Parent-professional partnering to enhance the generalization of developmentally appropriate readiness and preliteracy skills. OPEN ENROLLMENT. Call for monthly rates – 818-677-2856. http://www.csun.edu/hhd/cd/cdlshc.html
AutisMate Autismate lets teachers and caretakers define their own spaces – think My Room, or the Kitchen – and then layer actions on top of the image in the form of brightly colored icons.
Free Event! Stroller Strides RE-GRAND OPENING–Van Nuys/Sherman Oaks Park Friday, April 20th at 9:45am-10:45am. CLASS IS FREE! Bring your kiddos – all ages welcome, in strollers. Any stroller is fine! They are having swag bags for the first 25 in attendance, as well as raffles with prizes. Wear workout clothes, bring water and a mat or towel for ab work. If you “like” Stroller Strides Sherman Oaks & Studio City on Facebook, you can get class FREE for one week. www.meetup.com/shermanoaksmoms
Personality Unlocked: The Secret of Human Behavioral Patterns with Rochel Schmukler Monday, April 23rd at 7:30pm Chabad of Cheviot Hills 3185 Motor Ave., 90064 Do you ever speak about someone being a certain “type”? Are there certain people that you naturally understand, where others baffle or even intimidate you? How well do you understand your spouse or your children? (how well do you understand yourself? Often, relationship frustration stems from different basic needs. By getting a deeper look into yourself and others, you can learn to better address your own needs and others’. With key insights into your inborn nature, you will appreciate having the light on. Put your energy where it counts. Refreshments will be served. Couvert: $12
Unlocking the Real You” Teen Program (July 3rd-27th) Girls ages 11-15: Workshops, Fun & Lunch Every Tues. & Thurs. This July 10am-2pm IS YOUR DAUGHTER TOO YOUNG TO GET A SUMMER JOB? AND TOO OLD FOR DAY CAMP?…. TEENminded LLC introduces an original & interactive SUMMER PROGRAM during the month of JULY…”Unlocking the Real You”…… Program includes: introspective workshops, artistic and creative activities such as cooking, art, outdoor fun, motivational speakers & more. Girls ages 11-13(Mon & Wed) & age 14-15 (Tues & Thurs) Groups meet from 10am-2pm (lunch included). $100/wk. Sign up with friend-$75+ receive FREE gift!
Cool and Classic Car Show to benefit JDRF Sunday, April 22nd from 2-5pm Eight year old Alec Buckner, JDRF, Ryan’s Mission and L.A. Car Connection (LACC) will join forces to raise awareness about type 1 diabetes (T1D) at the “Cool and Classic Car Show.” Alec was inspired by Jonathan, who has T1D and has been Alec’s best friend since kindergarten. All proceeds from ticket and raffle sales will go to JDRF, a non-profit working towards a cure. Tickets are on sale at website. $15/adult, $5/children and seniors. Event will be at Braemar Country Club, Tarzana. http://jdrfevents.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.eventDetails&eventID
Licensed Educational Psychologist, specializing in assessment, Brentwood & Tarzana Katie Rand is a Licensed Educational Psychologist, specializing in psychoeducational assessment in ADHD, Learning Disabilities including Dyslexia, Autism & Aspergers, Gifted & Talented, Kindergarten Readiness, and Emotional/Behavioral Disorders. Assessments help determine learning profiles & needs for classroom and testing accommodations. Services include comprehensive assessment & recommendations, detailed report, and attending school meetings. Email katierand1@yahoo.com.
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