Smart Dog Training Is your dog pulling, jumping, giving you headaches? Don’t give up or give in. Jeff Todd with Smart Dogs has over 20 years of experience with 1000’s of dogs. He has successfully helped families raise and train good dogs. Jen’s List member Debbie C. used Smart Dogs and said, “I can take my dog ANYWHERE. It used to be that she’d pull me down the street, and run the house. This is no longer the case.” For an evaluation and consultation, contact Smart Dogs at info@smartdogsdogtraining.com or (818) 371-1231.
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history National Bike to Work Day Pack Rat Day “And They’re Off!” as the first Kentucky Derby is held at Churchill Downs.(1875) Brown V Board of Education decided (1954) http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=29
KidsCanCode: Learn Programming Skills for a Lifetime of Success KidsCanCode makes learning to program fun! Coding is a life skill that teaches problem solving, boosts math skills, and builds a foundation for future growth. An early introduction to computer science is an investment in the future. All classes include a Raspberry Pi computer for the child to keep! Spaces are available for summer sessions at the Sherman Oaks Galleria for ages 10-14. Class size is limited.
Gil Bender, MD welcomes all Jen’s List members Dr. Bender is an Obstetrician/Gynecologist specializing in procedures after having a baby, minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, and menopausal management. Dr Bender finished his Bachelor’s degree in Genetics at Cornell University, his MD degree at Chicago Medical School, and his Residency at Pennsylvania Hospital. Dr. Bender has been Chief Of Staff at the hospital, and Chairman of OB/GYN. He is also on CIGNA’s National Healthcare Advisory Council. Dr. Bender is offering a 50% discount on all procedures to all Jen’s list subscribers. Call Dr. Bender’s office in Tarzana at 818-708-8011 to schedule a consultation.
Do you have a closet full of clothes but nothing to wear? Stylist Robin Saperstein, founder of High Heel in a Haystack can help! Tired of reaching for the same old thing week after week? Do you hate to shop? By working together you learn how to dress for your personal body type and lifestyle. You will learn how to wear pieces in multiple ways to make the most of your wardrobe. Allow Robin to help you find your inner stylish self and feel more confident! Contact Robin at 323.533.4111 or robin@highheelinahaystack.com.
Cruz Mobile Detail Experience the new Eco-Friendly way to clean your car: NoWet it is the new revolutionary way to clean a car with the less amount of water. Cruz Mobile Detail understands that sometimes in your busy schedules you do not have time to make an appointment for extra services. That’s why they come to you! They offer detailing for: * Cars * Trucks * Aircrafts * Boats. Cruz Mobile Detail is reliable, they have the finest detailing equipment and ECO friendly products, the staff is highly experienced, professionals, and provides superior workmanship. Email cruzmobiledetail@live.com or call (323)717-5284 to schedule an appointment! Mention “Cruz Detail” for 10% off of detail & wax
10 Weeks of FREE Fitness Classes in the Sherman Oaks Area Have a good body, want a great body? Looking for real people testimonials for the www.abcarverpro.com. If selected, you’ll get 10 weeks of free, fun, boot camp style classes that will include the ACP. You’ll also get a great meal plan too! Looking for attractive, outgoing, MEN & WOMEN who need to lose 10-25 pounds. Classes will take place in the Sherman Oaks area, M-TH at 7am. Email realpeepscasting@gmail.com with “MORE INFO” in the subject and they will get you all the details!
If your child will be entering kindergarten or first grade in the fall, Academic Achievers’ Summer KinderPrep is a must! It is a play-based/academically oriented program of fun and learning. Academic Achievers is currently assigning their tutors to work with your child for 6 weeks, 2x wk, 1.5 hr in-home to learn phonics, reading, math and science while having fun! The KinderPrep counselors are highly qualified child development and early education teachers. Call (310)883-5810 to find out more! http://www.academic-achievers.com/kinderprep
Not a Top Chef? Learn to Cook for Your Family in Four Weeks in 4 Weeks at The Gourmandise School Starts Thurs., May. 30th at 10am In this 3 hour class, students will work in teams to master the basics of cooking with the goal of learning techniques – not memorizing recipes. Students will focus on knife skills, mis en place, sanitation and other fundamentals. Day 1: Knife Skills, Mise En Place, Soups, Par-boiling, Sauteing Day 2: Sweating, Sauteing, Blanching, Braising, Pan Sauces Class 3: Trussing, Roasting, Sauce-Making, Risotto Class 4: Poaching, Steaming, Sweating, Alternative Grains, Vegetables https://www.cookingschoolsofamerica.com/
SAVE $1,075 through Tuesday, May 21st. With this latest discount, it cost $345 per week for 45 hours of childcare. Are you a vegetarian? That’s RONJA from AUSTRIA. Does your child play guitar or violin? PATRICIA from BRAZIL does! Tennis anyone? ELIN from SWEDEN teaches tennis. AGUSTINA from ARGENTINA can take care of babies. She also has a year experience in the USA. We are the only company that has our own staff in 20 countries. Email LeeCCAuPair@aol.com or call 818-422-5133.
Private In Home Swim Instructor
Kidoodle.TV™ A brand new online Subscription Video OnDemand service specifically for kids that’s launching this summer. Free of nudity, profanity, violence, and advertising directly to children, Kidoodle.TV™ focuses on being a positive growth experience for kids featuring content with educational, mentoring components and popular entertainment. Kidoodle.TV™ has over 2,000 hours of premium children’s content available for unlimited streaming for only $4.99 per month and can be accessed at anytime and anywhere on multiple devices (iPad, Mac, PC, laptops, tablets, and smartphones, and will be expanding to gaming consoles, smart TVs and other devices soon).
Diaper Downpour – A Community Baby Shower Sunday, June 2nd from 10am-11:30am in El Segundo Join PJ Library, JCC Without Walls and Zimmer Children’s Museum for a fun morning for families with young children, featuring a concert by Jason Mesches and filled with baby shower games & prizes. They are excited to provide the opportunity for each family to donate gently used children’s books and new packs of diapers at the event to benefit families in need in our community. Each family that donates an item will be entered into a raffle to win either a $50 Trader Joe’s gift card, a week of Summer Camp at Zimmer Children’s Museum or a year membership to Zimmer Children’s Museum. Cost is $10 per family. www.JewishLA.org/diaperdownpour
Event Sitter Let Beth entertain your children while you enjoy your event stress free As a credentialed elementary teacher and caregiver, Beth has over 30 years of experience caring for, and entertaining children of all ages. She is extremely professional, has experience working with special needs clients and is quite capable of adapting to varied settings. Age appropriate activities are provided. Beth provides kind and responsible services. Let her care for your children and you will be able to enjoy your event stress free! Email greymatter@att.net or call 818-458-3111.
INTERCARE U Speaker Series: Digital Literacy For Special Needs Thursday, May 30th from 7-9pm Join hosts Intercare Therapy and Autism Speaks for a discussion about digital literacy and teaching social media responsibility for those with special needs. Presented by Cynthia Lieberman, Media Psychologist and Co-Founder of Cyberwise.org. This unique opportunity will help parents, therapists and educators gain a better understanding of digital media literacy and how to turn to mainstream technologies to enhance teaching and learning for children with autism & special needs. RSVP to 323-866-1880. 4221 Wilshire Blvd. #300 in Los Angeles, 90010
Weight Gain Tied To Personality Changes, Impulsivity: Study http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/06/weight-gain
Dynamic, Sweaty Workout Dance routine – Come and burn 700 calories in 1 hour Mondays & Wednesdays at 8:15pm You are only 1 workout away from great mood! Come check out an innovative and fun dance routine that will have you sweating 700 cal off! Combination of dance, cardio, weights, resistant bands, and yoga mats stretching. It will challenge your body and won’t feel like a tedious gym workout we all hate. The instructor is a dance and fitness teacher with over 15 years of teaching experience. The class will provide all the necessary equipment. DanzMundo Fitness Studio 16733 Ventura Blvd #13 in Encino
Jewish War Veterans of the USA – Post 603’s 20th Annual Memorial Day Event May 27th at Groman Eden Mortuary at 11am The event will include a keynote presentation, readings and a special tribute to Jewish American veterans as the community gathers to remember the sacrifice many veterans made protecting our freedoms. Light refreshments will be provided following the event. For information on the Memorial Day ceremony or about Groman Eden Mortuary, call 800-522-4875. 11500 Sepulveda Blvd. in Mission Hills, 91345
Important Dates Wood Sign I LOVE this! Makes an amazing gift! Family Dates – What a Difference a Day Makes! http://www.etsy.com/listing/112560646/important-dates
Join the Great Strides 2013 “Jake’s Jammers” team Sat., June 1st at 9am Jake, who has Cystic Fibrosis, is an extremely strong-willed 5 year old with lots of life in him. He has numerous medications he takes on a daily basis both orally as well as inhaled and a vest treatment that he does twice a day for 30 minutes. He had a successful sinus surgery, and 2 different scopes already at his young, innocent age. The CF Foundation uses 90 cents of every dollar for research and finding a cure. There are many new drugs coming through the pipeline. With the strength of Jake, and the persistence of the CF Foundation, there will be a cure and Jake will live his life to its fullest. Beach Park 1 2600 Barnard Way in Santa Monica 90405 http://www.cff.org/Great_Strides/KimMordoh7037
Kidaptive An innovative media and technology company dedicated to smart storytelling on iPads and a curriculum developed in collaboration with top university researchers to create entertaining and adaptive content that helps children learn.
Sales Multi Family Garage Sale Saturday, May 18th & Sunday, May 19th from 8am-3pm Tons of baby clothes, toys, games, books, adult clothes, jewelry, antiques and much more! 19718 Tuba St. in Chatsworth, 91311 AND Estate Sale Saturday, May 18th Bed Frames, Mattresses, Coffee Tables, Dining Room Tables, Stools, Chairs, Office Desks, Cabinets, Collectibles, 5ft Sofa, Large Sectional Sofa, Kitchen Ware, Office accessories. 275 Ocho Rios Way in Oak Park, 91377 AND Estate sale Saturday, May 18th from 8am-3pm Lots of great home décor, art, kitchen accessories & furniture (outdoor and indoor). Family is moving so there are lots of great vintage collectibles available for negotiable prices. Cash Only 17652 Karen Drive in Encino, 91316 AND Garage Sale May 18th from 9am-1pm Lots of barely used home goods, many NEW baby and kid items and other great items! 14742 Hartsook Street in Sherman Oaks, 91403
Expectant Parents: BABYPROOFING YOUR MARRIAGE at First Attachments Infant, Child & Parenting Center Monday, May 20th from 7-8:30pm IS YOUR RELATIONSHIP READY FOR BABY? A new baby brings new joy AND new stressors: Shifting hormones Sleep deprivation Strained finances Limited “couple” time Juggling needs Dilemmas over work and home Learn VALUABLE SKILLS, TOOLS, AND TIPS that will help keep your couple relationship alive & healthy. Babies under 6 mos welcome. Light Refreshments. $20. RSVP to info@FirstAttachments.com or 818-804-6408. 16055 Ventura Blvd.#1135 in Encino 91436 – between Haskell & Hayvenhurst
Special Report: Swaddling Safety http://strollertraffic.com/blog/special-report-swaddling-safety/
Jewish Ethics & Juicy Stories at Temple Judea Monday, May 20th at 12 noon The rabbis wrote many laws, but they also crafted fabulous stories. Immerse yourself in the rabbinic legends & lessons known as “Midrash.” Join us for this lunchtime learning – bring your own lunch. Ideal for parents – don’t let your kids be the only ones with a thirst for learning! 5429 Lindley Avenue in Tarzana 818) 758-3800
Hour of the Wolf: An Experiment in Ageless LivingNo day is ever wasted that can be lived consciously and to the full. 2 a.m. The hour of the wolf. You wake up filled with regrets, and haunted by dashed dreams, wondering what went wrong. For Paul Lipton, a successful lawyer in his sixties, his mind’s howling in the darkness reminded him that time was slipping away. He decided he would start viewing each day afresh and in the now as a do-over, each night dying and each morning being reborn. His solution to these sleepless nights became an adventure, and an experiment in ageless living. In the process, he discovered he was not a prisoner of the past. His changed perspective had given him a new lease on life.http://www.amazon.com/Hour-Wolf-Experiment
Mindy Trotta: Barbie Would Never Survive in My House http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mindy-trotta/barbie-would-never-survive_b_3220528.html
11 Nutritious, Kid-Friendly Finger Foods http://shine.yahoo.com/shine-food/11-nutritious-kid-friendly-finger-foods-171900782.html
SoCalMoms.com Launches Toddler Camp Runs June 5th-August 1st Toddler Camp is for moms and their toddlers aged 15 months and older. Toddler Camp offers moms a pre-planned weekly adventure to discover and explore different Toddler friendly spots throughout LA. There will be a heavy focus on outdoor locations that encourage the type of play best for this age group. Camp meets once a week in the morning on Wednesday and Thursday. Healthy snacks for mom/child are provided. Mini parenting sessions will be run on hot topics at snack time. Limited spaces.
For Sale / Rent House for sale or sent 3 bedroom 2 bath home for rent with a big back yard, spa, master bedroom with a brand new rain shower. Garage with a washer and dryer and all appliances. This is an amazing deal and home will be gone fast. Right next to an elementary, and a hospital. House if on Vose St. in West Hills. Must see today, home is ready for move in. Call 619-504-6566 for more information. AND Stunning 2-story 2BR/2.5 BA townhome located in the heart of Brentwood for sale Open House this Sunday, May 19th from 2-5pm 11628 Montana #208 – Open flow. Spacious living room with 2-story ceilings, fireplace, custom built-ins, hardwood floors & custom lighting. Office area, large dining room and kitchen w/ eat-in b’fast area. 2 bedroom suites w/ great closet space. Master has high ceilings & master bath has double sinks, separate shower & tub. Tons of storage space & laundry in unit. Amenities: side by side pkg, extra storage, indoor pool, gym, sauna & ample guest pkg. MLS 13-668345. 310-573-0076. http://www.postrain4.com/cb/11628montana208/mls.php AND Home for Sale in Woodland Hills Open House this Sunday, May 19th from 2-5pm This spacious 3100 sq. ft. home, set at the top of a private cul-de-sac, is move in ready! Over-sized living areas and bedrooms are accompanied by an enormous amount of storage space. Best features include: 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bath + Bonus room and office, Private backyard (with play structure) Solar Panels, Hardwood Floors, Plush Carpeting, Plantation Shutters and Great Schools (Calabash, Hale and El Camino are all Charter Schools), For more information, visit https://sites.google.com/site/5168knollwood/ or MLS listing #13-668135Or call Sylvia at (310) 717-3861. AND For sale in desirable neighborhood, Beautiful Colonial Estate ready to move in – 4 bed/3 full Bath $789,500, Cul-de-sac, 3100 Sqft. Front porch, brick driveway. Dble car Garage, R.V. access. 2 story high ceiling, natural Light. Spacious chef kitchen, large island, Room for “eat in” dining. Newer appliances, with dble self cleaning oven. Hot/cold water filter dispenser, wet bar…Large Living room, Formal Dining. Den, can be a 5th bed. with own bath. Laundry. Solar panels, Central Vacuum. Detached 240 Sqft. Room. Park like 14850 Sq. Ft. Fire Pit, covered patio, fruit trees. Call 818-998-4046.
Battling the stigma of mastectomy http://www.hlntv.com/video/2013/05/14/battling-stigma-mastectomy
The Crayon Box “pARTies” Get a group of friends together (from 3 years-old to adults) for arts and crafts parties in the comfort of your own home. Choose from unique projects for all ages (mosaic flower pots, decoupage picture frames, sock creature dolls, Sculpey clay animals and mezuzahs, taped journals, or drawing and painting skills etc). A great way to entertain for birthday parties, sleepovers, summertime play dates or coffee/desserts for friends. The Crayon Box “pARTies” will bring everything that you’ll need for a one-of-a-kind, creative experience with friends! Owned and operated by Nancy Wasserman, Elementary School Teacher & Art Specialist for over 25 years. Email nwasserman@earthlink.net for party prices, complete project list, and pictures. References are gladly provided.
How to Fix Common Discipline Mistakes Moms Makehttp://moms.popsugar.com/How-Discipline-Your-Kids
Social Coaching Club’s Summer Social Empowerment Programs Registration Now Open Classes and Workshops for Adolescents (ages 10-14) Drama, Leadership, Girls’ and Boys’ Middle School Readiness Classes for Children Junior Clubhouse (ages 4-6) and Clubhouse w/Social Club (ages 7-9) Check out the website for class descriptions and registration information Call 818.379.3340 or email info@socialcoachingclub.com.
The Play Destination: Friday Night Drop off and Bday Party Specials: Today, Fri., May 17th from 4:30-8:30pm – Drop off Enjoy an evening without the kids! Dinner, games, activities and lots of play for your little ones, all while being supervised & well taken care of by the play destination staff! RSVP required. Prices: 4 hours – 1st Child $45/2nd Child $20, 3 hours – 1st Child $35/2nd Child $15 Party Specials: Held June 15th-July 21st Package A:Weekday Price: $350/Special $299,Weekend Price: $450/Special $399 Package B:Weekday Price: $475/Special $425,Weekend Price: $575/Special $525 Package C:Weekday Price: $750/Special $699 + Cake or Cupcakes, Weekend Price: $850/Special $799 + Cake or Cupcakes 818-292-8644 28501 #3E Canwood St. in Agoura Hills, 91301
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