Wednesday October 3 2012









LA Dad creates ARTKIVE – the easiest way to store, share and print your child’s artwork!


You will never again feel guilty about throwing away your child’s work – just ARTKIVE it and have it turned into a hardcover book with the touch of a button!  You’ll be able to turn any of your kid’s art into other great products as well. The print features are being built now, but the app is live so you can start Artkiving! Here’s a funny video about a mom that gets caught throwing away her child’s art: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFFz6PVD51c.


www.artkiveapp.com


 


 


Today in History


Alternative fuel day


Walk to school day


Techies day


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=173


Virus Appreciation Day


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


 


 


Smart Dogs Training Academy


Send your dog to school too! Jeff Todd with Smart Dogs will train your dog, then coach you on how to handle and raise it without all of the headaches. He has 20 years of experience helping owners and their families successfully own “smart dogs”. With Jeff you’ll learn positive, reliable, and safe methods that teach your dog the most useful commands in everyday life. To schedule a consultation contact Jeff at (818) 371-1231 or jeff@smartdogsdogtraining.com.


www.smartdogsdogtraining.com


 


 


Cool Vintage Inspired Tee’s For The Whole Family


Favorite t-shirts don’t come along very often, but if your drawer is filled with vintage washed Hank Player tees, they’ll come along every day! Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, Hank Player has the perfect tee for the whole family. Hank Player is the official licensee of NASA , Smokey Bear and Woodsy Owl, and their shirts are Made in the USA. Shop the Hank Player Campus Store now and save 30% – exclusively for Jen’s List readers. Just enter the promo code JENSLIST at checkout. Free shipping on all orders of $50 or more.


www.hankplayer.com


 


 


Best Pizza Ever!
Fresh Brothers Pizza is FANTASTIC. Everything is so good – pizza, salad and wings(baked, not fried), the kids devour their food, and everyone else I know that has been there, feels the same! Fresh Brothers has a gluten-free menu and a dairy-free cheese, too. They also do “Make Your Own” pizza birthday parties. Locations all around Southern California. Visit www.freshbrothers.com for more information & follow them www.Facebook.com/FreshBrothers


 


 


Newborn Care Specialist, Night Nurse and Sleep Training while you dream!


She enjoyed being a nanny for 23 years and as a result has perfected the art of sleep training newborns. Her success has provided her with a passion to further her journey as a newborn care specialist. Families come to her to utilize her experience with newborn care from two days old and up. Her natural ability to protect while teaching newborns has given her joy and helped her to create an environment beneficial to an entire household. Providing gentle care while you dream! Call 310-577-6656.


www.newborngentlecare.com


 


 


Enrollment now open for fall Join the Band Classes Music Lessons and Band Classes for All Ages


Join the Band Music Lesson Program. Registration is now open to new students for the fall – kids, teens, and adults. If you are new to music lessons, they have the right teachers for you. They offer private one-on-one lessons (guitar, voice, piano, drums, bass and flute). Call 818-345-8950 to schedule an evaluation for lessons and/or the popular “Join the Band” program where you are placed in a band and perform regular concerts throughout the year.


www.jointheband.com


 


 


These Doggies Need a Home


5 month old Boxer puppy!


He is fabulous! He gets along with all the animals on the property-dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, and horses! Loves kids! He has a skin condition that is being treated and will clear up by xmas and will be the most handsome on the block!


http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/24250227


AND


4 month old Boxer pup


A perfect mix of love, intelligence, energy and commitment. Beautiful pup raised with everything, children, dogs, cats & water. Mom was a purebred boxer. Application, home check, contract, and spay/neuter, and adoption fee required. Please complete the application before contacting the rescue. Applications are based on best fit for the household and the dog. Email calibear2010@hotmail.com for more info


AND


Max is a beautiful shepherd mix


Fully vaccinated. The vet has determined that he is between 6-8 years old. Max is a great dog who loves human attention. He walks with a limp due to a mild neurological problem in his spine. Though he lives with this condition, he has a very happy and lively spirit. The Vet said he is not in pain and can’t be sure that Max would benefit from surgery. He is fully mobile and in need of a loving home. He would be best in a home with older kids and would enjoy easy walks. If interested in fostering or adopting Max, contact jwish12@aol.com.


AND


Frankie and Frenchie are adorable male Shepard/lab puppies that are in need of a loving home


They are approximately 4 months old. They are good with kids and other dogs. They were both pulled from Lancaster shelter, currently in foster homes awaiting their forever home. http://d1ihe8iurr5ss7.cloudfront.net/animals/fullsize. If interested in either puppy, contact Sheila at muttmatchla@aol.com.


AND


Nala is a beautiful great Dane mix who is approx 7 years old


She is sweet and playful and good with other dogs and kids. Nala is spayed, micro chipped and vaccinated. Nala is currently in boarding waiting for a forever home. If interested in Nala, email muttmatchla@aol.com.


AND


Willow is a 2 year old brindle mastiff mix


She was pulled from Lancaster shelter and is now in boarding waiting for a forever home. Willow is very sweet with people. She is spayed, vaccinated and micro chipped. Email muttmatchla@aol.com.


 


 


Your Jr. Chef can make Turkey Sausage Lasagna for a crowd


Although time-consuming and step-heavy, this easy lasagna serving 8 – 12 people will get lots of praise. Ok to substitute other kinds of sausage. Make sauce with tomato, onion, spices and sausage. Assemble in layers of sauce, cheeses and no-boil lasagna noodles. Bake and serve. Ah, the aroma in the kitchen. Parental supervision.


http://www.chow.com/recipes/30279-turkey-sausage-lasagna


 


 


She’s History!


The Most Dangerous Women In America…Then And Now


ONE NIGHT ONLY – Sunday, October 21st at 7PM


The Lounge Theatre


6201 Santa Monica Blvd in Hollywood, 90038 


www.ShesHistory.com  


 


 


“Isn’t it about time to begin to take care of you?”
This fall find meaning and balance in your life, address your unsatisfied relationships and or finally address your depression or anxiety symptoms. Let Hollye Grayson, M.A., MFT help you discover what really makes you happy. She can also assist you or your child in living with your children’s mental health issues including Attention Deficit Disorder. Hollye is currently seeking individuals with a desire to enhance their personal awareness, gain insight into their lives and decisions making processes, learn more adaptive communication skills and/or improve their current relationships with others and overall quality of life. Call Hollye at (310)446-5916 for a free telephone consultation.


www.HollyeGrayson.com


 


 


The Art of Belly Casting: Painting Your Pregnancy


Saturday October 20th from 2-4pm


Do you have a belly cast? Are you unsure of what to do with it? Learn how to map out and paint a beautiful memory of your pregnancy. This workshop involves a meditation into the creative you, sketching ideas, and painting your belly as a forever memory. No previous art experience needed!


Topanga Art Imaginarium


120 Topanga Canyon Blvd. Suite 105(Pine Tree Circle) – plenty of parking


COST: $45 for 2 hour workshop with expert art teacher Talia and somatic birth therapist Kelly


www.birthhealing.com


 


 


Company makes stickers to entice kids to eat fruit and vegetables


http://www.latimes.com/health/boostershots/


 


 


In need of a date night this fall? Or hoping for an extra pair of hands when you take the kids to the local pumpkin patch? 


Call Lucky Lil’ Darlings (LLD)! They are an elite child-sitting & event service company equipped with dependable, hand-selected sitters. LLD was established to provide top-quality family care for your Lucky Lil’ Darlings. They service hundreds of families and corporations across eight cities including Los Angeles! LLD helps busy families respond to life’s daily demands by providing childcare for date nights, weekends, family vacations, weddings, corporate functions & more.


www.luckylildarlings.com


 


 


Seeking a stellar/organized Administrative Assistant/Office Manager/Payroll


Century City personnel service is seeking an Administrative Assistant/Office Manager to effectively run the office.  Duties include preparing/processing payroll on a weekly basis; extensive work with our staffing database; general office and reception duties, as well as special projects on an ongoing basis. Salary to $45,000 DOE. For consideration please email your resume to info@legaloptiongroup.com.


 


 


Global Diaper Output Likely To Suffer After Explosion At Japanese Plant


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/01/global-diaper


 


 


Halloween Drop Off Pizza Party at Pamper& Play Studio


Saturday, October 27th from 4-9pm


In addition to our other drop off events, we’ll host a special Halloween party for your ghouls and boys on Saturday night October 27th. Kids can come in costume and participate in fun activities like pumpkin decorating, popcorn ball making, and more. Best of all parents are invited to join us from 4-5pm for a Halloween procession and costume contest. $45/one child, $60/family. 


www.PamperPlay.com


 


 


Want to make healthy & delicious, local food easily accessible AND raise money for your school?


Farmigo is bringing local farmers and food artisans directly to Los Angeles area schools to provide weekly customizable “farm box” deliveries for families. This healthy fundraiser is a fun and educational way to foster community and raise money for your school. Contact kim@farmigo.com for more information.


www.farmigo.com


 


 


Pottery Barn Kid Events


http://www.potterybarnkids.com/customer-service/store-events


 


 


Crib-Sleeping Vs. Co-Sleeping


http://www.parenting.com/article/crib-sleeping-vs-co-sleeping?src=twitter


 


 


Planning a Party or Event & Need help?


Let Total Talent LLC do the work so you don’t have to! In light of our recent move, we are so excited that we want to offer you a special. Book our services by November 30, 2012 and receive a 20% discount.  All you have to do is book, the party/event can be anytime. No job is too small!


www.totaltalentsolution.com


 


 


Mountain Lion, iPhone, iPad, Macintosh, Home Theater & Complete Technology Consultant


Are you confused and Overwhelmed by technology? They specialize in setup and maintaining your digital life.


Apple Specialists Services:


•Mountain Lion Transition/Upgrade


•Apple support – iPhone, iCloud, iPad, Mac


•Video Editing and Family Projects


•Remote support


•Software Installation & Instruction


•Hardware purchasing


•HDTV & Entertainment Center Install and Setup


•Universal Remote Setup


Mention Jen’s List for $50 off your first 2-hour visit.


310 305-3207


www.moodieconsulting.com


 


 


Teacher Makes $1 Million Selling Lesson Plans Online


http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/teacher-makes–1-million


 


 


Breakthrough Parenting class


Oct. 20th


Topics include parent/child self-esteem, using discipline vs. punishment, promoting self-control vs. parental control, effective communication, & understanding how children think. Contact Erica at info@presenceinparenting.com to reserve your space.


www.presenceinparenting.com


 


 


Background TV Takes A Toll On Children


http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2012/10/01/background-tv-takes-a-toll-on-children/


 


 


How About a Nail Artist For Your Daughter’s Next Birthday?


Lexi, a high school junior has been doing nail designs for over 3 years. She has done many parties and events for many different families. Lexi hand paints every design and her variety of designs leaves the children breathless. Call (818)422-3819 for a price quote on your next fun-filled party/event!


www.knockoutnails.weebly.com


 


 


Want to know about the latest beauty products and hot new treatments?


If you love all things beauty and want to know about the latest and greatest to hit stores, visit www.insiderbeautybuzz.com. From must-have makeup, skincare products and hair how-tos 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 own beauty questions and they will get back to you with personalized advice!


 


 


Looking for a NEW and DIFFERENT vendor for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah, birthday party or special event?


Trendy Tagz is terrific! Each guest at your event creates and customizes their own dog tag necklace featuring hand-painted backgrounds adorned with special 3D pewter charms of your guests’ choice for the ultimate one-of-a-kind take home keepsake! Perfect for boys, girls and teens of all ages! Choose the best vendor for your event and call (818) 288-1012 or email trendytagz@aol.com.


www.trendytagz.com


 


 


Halloween Treats


http://www.parents.com/holiday/halloween/recipes/halloween-desserts/


 


 


10 Ways to Fight Fatigue During the 1st Trimester


http://blogs.babble.com/being-pregnant/2012/10/01/10-ways


 


 


Are you seeking an energetic, compassionate, empathetic, and successful guide for your journey into the realm of Piano/Voice/Guitar?


Study at your leisure in the privacy of your home. Composition encouraged. Contact Cathleen at compassionemusic@earthlink.net or 310.390.1969.


 


 


No More Noisy Doors! The Original Mom-Invented Cushy Closer Door Cushion; since 2007


-Allows quiet entry and exit while checking on sleeping children (without turning the knob/handle)


-Helps prevent children/adults from being accidentally locked in or out (bathrooms, bedrooms, etc.)


-Snug fit helps muffle door sounds (slamming, rattling, closing) while allowing the door to close completely and quietly.


-Makes a unique yet practical baby shower gift


The Cushy Closer Door Cushions are handmade with quality materials, inside and out,


www.cushycloser.com


 


 


Your Jr. Chef can make a delicious potato galette 
 
Recipe from Cooks’ Illustrated. Use food processor with slicing blade or mandolin (watch fingers!) for thin potato slices.  Several steps using fingers (Nature’s best tool) for prep – washing starch off potato slices, drying washed slices, tossing with seasonings, decoratively laying them out on a non-stick oven-proof skillet. After baking galette with a weight on it, flip the skillet onto a cutting board to slice. Beautiful presentation! Parental supervision.
http://www.thebittenword.com/thebittenword/2011/04/potato-galette.html


 


 


Are you looking to make extra money for the holidays, do something that will fit into your schedule and be your own boss?


If you answered yes to these questions, then the fastest growing direct marketing company is your answer. This is perfect for the college student, stay at home mom, retiree or anyone that wants to make extra money. For more information, email divaorganizer1@gmail.com or call 310-625-6522.


 


 


Daisy Day Care


An in home licensed daycare/preschool caring for kids ages 2 months- 4years old. Their infant program focuses on expanding verbal, emotional, and physical activities. Toddlers participate in academic activities as well as arts and crafts, gymnastics, music and much more. Two outdoor play areas allow kids to expand physical movement and have lots of outdoor fun. All staff is cpr certified and provide a very loving, safe and nurturing environment.


818-457-4538


 


 


M.O. Artist Agency is currently looking for print talent (14-70)


The agency is looking for talent for their print department. Please send a max of 3 images, la casting link, modelmayhem or actors access links. M.O is not a school, does not offer training & does not have registration fees. Please send REAL date of birth, height, weight, clothing size, waist, inseam, etc.  If under 18, parents please contact us. All talent must be in Los Angeles or Orange County. Must have a flexible schedule, during the week. Modeling isn’t easy, you must have the dedication.


www.moartistagency.com