Saturday July 21 2012









It’s not too late to make a difference!


9th and 10th graders can have fun helping others and get a jump on college, and even help pay for it! Citizens of Our Planet Summer Academy offers teens a chance to learn first-hand how great it feels to give back…while meeting new friends, trying a variety of community service projects, and getting a college essay out of the way. The program runs August 6th-10th, and space is limited. Go to www.citizensofourplanet.com, call (805) 870-2610 or email info@citizensofourplanet.com to learn more.


 


 


Today in History


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


National Junk Food Day


Jesse James and his gang rob their first train (1873)


National rabbit week


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=98


 


 


Restore your core! Slim your waistline! Alleviate lower back pain!


RESTORE THE CORE is a mat pilates workout designed just for moms who want to flatten their tummy and strengthen their core! Class is held in Woodland Hills at 8:30pm every Tuesday and Thursday for an effective 50 min core workout. Eight week session is just $224 and begins August 7th. FREE trial classes are NOW in session! Email Melissa.banos@karnafitness.com or call (818)631-1257. Like us on Facebook and get $10 off your session fee! www.facebook.com/RestoreTheCore. Customized personal training in your home or office is also offered within the San Fernando Valley and West LA area.


 


 


GO-GIRL Fashion Fixes known for helping us gals look our best and evade fashion faux pas has launched a line of mini survival kits


Also launching, is a new division…the Home Party Division. So if you are a SAHM/WAHM and love to sell check out their ground floor program. And while you’re at it check out the cutest beach kit…”A Day at The Beach Kit” seen on The Today Show with Kathie-Lee and Hoda back in May. Use code GOGIRL for 20% off site-wide and stock up on every fashion fix you need. Darling packaging, GREAT quality and very reasonable prices.


www.gogirlfashionfixes.com


 


HARRISONS is having a HUGE Summer Jewelry Sale!


ALL Fine Jewelry is 20-50% OFF! Amazing selection, even better prices!


18737 Ventura Blvd. in Tarzana, 91356


818-708-7133


www.ShopHarrisons.com


 


 


Incorporate a Business or Form an LLC Fast!


(LLC’s-S Corps-C Corps-DBA’s-Amendments-Dissolutions)


Starting From $49 Plus State Fees – Why Incorporate? Corporation or LLC? Get a FREE Business Consultation – Click: http://www.corpnet.com/start-a-business/free-business-consultation/. RECEIVE 10% OFF your OrderMention or Enter Promo Code: JLEV. CorpNet.com is not a law firm, but their experts can help you Incorporate a business quickly and affordably! Call 1-888-449-2638 or email info@corpnet.com with any questions. They are a small business … just like YOU! GET STARTED NOW!


http://www.corpnet.com/jlev


 


 


Focus Groups


Looking for men and women, ages 35-65 who love to go to see musical theater


The focus group will be held the week of July 26th and each qualified respondent will receive $100 for 90 minutes of their time. Call Robin at 818-366-1126.


AND


Focus Group For Daytime TV Viewers


Research Study will be held on August 7th and each qualified respondent will receive $100 for 2 hours of their time. Email resrchinc1@aol.com with the following answers:


Your Name:


Age:


Ethnicity:


Contact Phone Number:


Which of the following daytime shows do you watch:(The Ellen Show, Judge Judy, Soap Operas (if so, which ones),The Talk


 


 


CDC: Whooping cough rising at alarming rate in US


http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=0FqinduY


 


 


The Help Group’s Teens on the Go is Heading to San Diego


A 6 day, 5 night fun-filled adventure for teens ages 13-18 with Asperger’s Disorder, high functioning autism and related social challenges. The professional Help Group staff will facilitate this exciting trip where teens visit, explore and share together the sites and attractions that San Diego offers. There is a strong emphasis on interaction, social skills and friendship building. The trip provides a true bonding experience for participants with memories to last a lifetime! Contact Nicole Webb at 818-778-7136 or nwebb@thehelpgroup.org for more details.


 


 


Pretty Protection is a line of Sassy Self-Defense & Safety products


From Zebra Print Pepper Sprays, Anti-Lost Alarms for your kids and more! Are you equipped to defend yourself if ever threatened by an attacker or in a dangerous situation? In a perfect world, we hope that you would never have to use these products. However knowing the statistics, you will never regret that it was better to be prepared then to be a victim. A portion of your purchase is donated to UCLA 911 Rape


www.PrettyProtection.net


 


 


OgoSport is asking Jenslist readers to take part in the PlayRefuel project


PlayRefuel is designed for families to discover places to eat and or play in select cities across the United States. People living in the greater Los Angeles area are invited to share favorite playgrounds, parks, and outdoor spaces (Play), and/or places to grab a bite with kids (Refuel). Submissions can be done via Twitter with the hashtag #playrefuel or on OgoSport’s Facebook page tagging PlayRefuel. In return, readers will be entered in a drawing to win a $250 www.OgoSport.com shopping spree! 


 


 


5 summer drink recipes: Copy your favorites from Starbucks and more at home 
http://www.coolmompicks.com/2012/07/5


 


 


Anti-aging skincare & supplements


Diminish Wrinkles in 5 minute treatments with a patented hand-held machine the size of a cell phone. Look years younger with a 90 day money back guarantee. Visit www.nsevideos.com and http://www.healthy-anti-aging-for-life.com/galvanic-treatments.html. For a free demo with no obligation, contact Jenn at jennifer@alumni.ucla.edu or 213.999.4560.


www.healthy-anti-aging-for-life.com


 


 


Have a Beading Party!
They bring a selection of colored wood beads, rhinestones, sports beads and charms to parties and mitzvahs and the guests make their own unique bracelets and key-chains. This is a fun, creativity activity and the kids love it! Call 310-704-7188 for more information.
www.YoureInGoodFavor.com


 


 


The Nursery School at Woodland Hills Community Church is now enrolling for September!


$25 Registration fee discount with the mention of this ad. Just a few openings available for Fall. School starts August 27th. The school has provided a safe, loving, nurturing environment that preserves the experience of childhood through a carefully planned program for over 50 years. They provide a quality developmental curriculum that fosters the social, emotional physical and cognitive growth of each child. Children learn through experiences in a “hands-on” approach. Low teacher/child ratios. Call 818-887-0704 & ask for Lisa.


#191202200


www.whccucc.com


 


 


Diana’s Therapeutic Massage is given with great Love! First time clients special $10 off


“Where there is great love, there are always great miracles” ~Mother Teresa


Diana has devoted herself to the field of  wellness spanning 2 decades. Incorporating both ancient and western techniques, she is committed to guiding her clients on their personal journey to total body wellness. She blends Shiatsu, Deep Tissue, Reflexology, Breathing Techniques, Energy Work & Aromatherapy. She invites you to experience her healing arts. Make your appointment by emailing diana@massagebydiana.com or calling 818-523-8599.


www.massagebydiana.com


 


 


Gelson’s Newsletter


Featuring special columns on services and products available at Gelson’s, recipes, and nutritional advice. The newsletter is distributed once each month.


http://www.gelsons.com/shop/newsletter/signup.asp?utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=2012-07P


 


 


Make your own edible spoons 
 
For sweet or savory hors d’oeuvres/canapés. Rather labor-intensive, but clever. Uses a loaf of fresh bread. Kit includes a spoon-shaped cutter and spoon-shaped molds for baking. UK site, so you’ll see £ (pounds rather than dollars) and centigrade (rather than Fahrenheit).  Have fun!
http://www.ediblespoons.co.uk/Suggestions.html


 


Former Professional Pitcher Available for Lessons One-On-One or As a Group
Summer tune-up for pitchers of all ages- Learn the basic mechanics of your pitching motion, then concentrate on grips and pitch location. Improve control and put less pressure on your valuable arm. Throw more strikes and have more fun. Learn sinkers, sliders, circle change, curve balls, and much more. Call Tim Plodinec at (818) 888-1336.


 


New Waldorf Preschool Opens September 2012 Near Playa Vista & Marina del Rey: Only 3 Spaces Left
Currently taking applications for 2012-2013 and 2013-2014. Imagine your child walking through the front door this autumn into a bounty of hand-made natural toys, silks and new friends. Winters are filled with the smell of fresh baking bread, comfy slippers and story-telling by the fire. Spring and summer bring bare-feet and water-play in the garden, homemade popsicles and bubble wands. Your child’s day will be filled with laughter and fantastic friends. Adventures in imagination await your child in this charming and exceptional preschool!  
www.hazelwoodspreschool.org


 


Tired of your Hebrew School? 


Go and see why Judaic Studies by Nomie Azoff (JSN) has been so popular in the community for 18 years. No membership and no affiliation. JSN renowned for its exceptional and successful curriculum, its many free extracurricular and events, monthly iTot and exceptionally amazing private Bar/Bat Mitzvah Tours to Israel. Lots of recommendations. One-hour weekly, 1st-7th grade. iTot monthly- Ages 4-7. Email jsnbynomie@me.comor call (818) 625-1621.


www.jsnbynomie.com
www.jsnbynomie.com/jsnbynomie.com/Testimonials.html


Joanne Reed Specializes in Promotional Branding, Tradeshow & Event Giveaways


Specializes in promotional branding, tradeshows, employee recognition programs, client gifts and gift with purchase Call Joanne, with Jack Nadel International at (818) 710-8071, ext. 7402 for your next project.


www.nadel.com


 


Tara Kesling Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Can Assist You With Stressful Events in Your Life  
 
Saturdays & Sundays & Some Evenings. Tara Kesling LCSW, can assist with advocating for their child or senior family member and everything in-between. She can provide, consultations, therapy, assessments, placement, and advocacy for any member in your family. Email Tara@Kesling.org.


Family Dental Office in Woodland Hills  
Dori Dental Arts is a family dental office in Woodland Hills. They treat everyone, from little kids to seniors, for check-ups, school clearance, esthetics, implants, root canals, and all other types of dentistry. They are a husband and wife team and have 2 boys themselves.Visit www.doridentalarts.com, on Yelp, or call  (818) 346-2000. They are currently accepting new patients and right now they have new patient specials!
www.doridentalarts.com


Massage & Body Therapy By Alenoosh: Bringing Wellness To Body & Mind 
CAMTC-certified, Encino based massage therapist brings a healing combination of massage, polarity therapy, and craniosacral unwinding to her bodywork sessions. Alenoosh explores physical, emotional and mental aspects of clients’ issues to treat core problems, based on clients’ wishes and intentions. Set in an environment with a garden view of calm and tranquility, each session is an escape from the rigors of daily life and will leave you feeling refreshed and alive. Call Alenoosh at818)399-9313.


 


Chef Penguin: Organic School Lunch Catering Service
Offering a meal planning, preparation and delivery service to schools around the greater Los Angeles area. Their mission is to provide lunches that are affordable and healthy. Chef Penguin follows organic principles when it comes to choosing which meats, produce, dairy, and grains go into the handcrafted meals. Chef Penguin believes introducing meals that instill healthy eating habits from youth help encourage life-long benefits. Explore at www.chefpenguin.com or email hello@chefpenguin.com.


 


 


Adam Drexler Audi Auto Gallery


If you’re interested in an Audi, Call Adam Drexler at the Auto Gallery in Woodland Hills, and mention Jen’s List.


(818) 932-1649 or (310) 497-0941


Developmental Interventionist 


Mature, dedicated and successful early childhood play interventionist with 18 years experience. Mili targets attention quickly and effectively for the development of communication skills and social skills of your child. Emphasis on intuitive use of DIR/Floor Time Approach, and knowledgeable in diverse ABA techniques. With characteristic energy, enthusiasm and excitement in her interventions, Mili replaces negative behavioral patterns with positive ones. Call (310) 473-2073 or email j_healer@verizon.net.


 


LJ Gourmet Delivers Organic Meals & Snacks For Toddlers to Homes & Pre-Schools


LJ Gourmet delivers fresh meals for toddlers once a week. They are 100% organic and the meat is free roaming and grass fed, depending on the animal. They work with any food allergy or food aversion and sell frozen packs, think healthy, delicious frozen dinners. This makes your life a lot easier and is much less expensive than buying it all yourself. Mention Jen’s list and get 25% off your 1st week! You’ll also get 10% off catering of b-day parties! Email  customerservice@ljgourmet.com for more information. 


 


Some foods your Dog should NEVER eat 
 
List includes avocado, alcohol, caffeine, grapes, dairy, products sweetened with xylitol (lots), chocolate, fat trimmings/bones, fruits with pits, raw eggs, salt, more.
http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/ss/slideshow-foods-your-dog-should-never-eat


 



Mommies: Have You Always Wanted Singing or Piano Lessons for Yourself?


Ariella Vaccarino has been teaching voice and piano for 19 years.


“As a mother of 4 I often think about how I sit and watch my kids do all these fabulous lessons and don’t sign up for any myself…”


Study voice and/or piano with Ariella while your kids are at camp or in school. Your own lesson! Do something great for your mind and soul by taking some time to learn music by a professional, fun, compassionate teacher (and mother of four). All levels and genres.
(818) 593-2038
www.voiclessonstogo.com

 


Carmageddon 2012 Announced, Full 405 Closure Imminent 
 
Another 10-mile full closure of the San Diego (405) Freeway through the Sepulveda Pass will take place the weekend of Sept. 29th-30th so crews can demolish the other half of the Mulholland bridge over the freeway. Suggestion by the mayor to “join together to enjoy another car-light or car-free weekend with family and friends.”
 
http://encino.patch.com/articles/carmageddon-ii-announced-405-closure-eminent


 



Back to School…VEGAN Style with John Salley
Sunday, August 12that 11am at Whole Foods, Porter Ranch
NBA Champ John Salley returns to Whole Foods Market Porter Ranch to teach you quick and easy VEGAN recipes! These simple and healthful ideas will get you through the school year, busy work days…and beyond!$10/person $5/kids (6-17 years old). John’s classes always sell out. RSVP is required. Prepayment guarantees your seat. 100% of your purchase benefits Farm Sanctuary, dedicated to rescuing and protecting farmed animals through rescue, education, and advocacy efforts.
www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/porterranch


 


Another easy preparation for your Jr. Chef’s recipe box 
 
Compound butter: molasses + clove. Use on baked sweet potatoes/green beans, pancakes/cinnamon toast, steak/pork chops. Roll into a log with waxed paper; lasts 1 month in fridge. Parental supervision.
http://www.chow.com/recipes/27728-molasses-clove-compound-butter


 


Free Fitness Boot Camp Offered to the First 18 That Sign Up!


Starting July 30th


M/W/F at 9am; M/W at 6:30pm; Sat. at 10am
Want to work out with a professional trainer but feel you can’t afford it? Are you currently unemployed? A student with no extra cash? A busy mom? In debt? The New San Fernando Valley Free Fitness Boot Camp is rebuilding bodies, spirits and careers by offering free fitness classes to help you gain inner strength and increase your self esteem during these lean times. M/W/F at Tarzana Park, Saturday at N. Chatsworth Park.
ferrell@ferrellmarshall.com


Canyon Scholars: Helping Students Reach Their Full Potential
Canyon Scholars offers a unique approach to tutoring as they will determine what the needs of your students are by first determining their strengths and areas of weakness, how they learn and process information, and the best road-map for their success. They then take that information and design a program tailored to the specific needs of your individual student. 
www.canyonscholars.com