Academic Achievers PSAT Practice Test Sat., Oct.5th at 9am at their Santa Monica Facility This practice test is given 2 weeks before the actual test. Give your student a chance to preview the PSAT and build their confidence by taking the 2 hr, 15 min. practice exam. Academic Achievers will proctor, score, analyze, and email the results to you. For Jen’s List members, the fee is only $20! “Best Test Prep Tutors in LA”–CBS Local RSVP (310) 883-5810 info@academic-achievers.com.
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AMAZING 8-Week Course for Emotional Overeaters & Yo-Yo Dieters Curb food cravings Heal your heart. Stop self-sabotage. Find your right weight. Dieting and hating your body are SO YESTERDAY! Both are HIGH CALORIE HABITS that lead to weight gain and self-doubt. Update your strategy. Learn a paradigm for health that gets to the root of eating problems and heals the relationship with food and body from within. Facilitated by a licensed psychotherapist at Center for Eating Recovery in Agoura & online. www.centerforeatingrecovery.com
Discover the secret of completely protecting your family and kids Sunday, September 29th from 1-2pm – A Mother’s Haven in Encino You’ll find out how to easily name guardians for your kids. You’ll discover how to avoid the 6 common mistakes most parents make that leave their kids at risk. Everyone in attendance will take home a copy of “Wear Clean Underwear! A Fast, Fun, Friendly – and Essential – Guide to Legal Planning for Busy Parents”. PLUS you’ll have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to A Mother’s Haven. This FREE legal planning educational seminar is presented by Personal Estate Planning Lawyer, Gerry Kane, who’s been guiding families for 19+ years. Register early at www.estplan.com or call 818-905-6088. Previous events have sold out — space limited to 10 families.
Discouraging The “No” Monster http://minuteformom.com/discouraging-the-no-monster/
ACT Today’s 8th Annual Denim & Diamonds Sunday, October 6th at the Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village This star-studded fundraiser will raise funds to provide direct help to children with autism whose families cannot afford or access the necessary tools their children need to reach their highest potential. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of cocktails, silent & live auction, recognizable celebrities, seated dinner program, and more! Get tickets online at www.act-today.org/denimanddiamonds2013. www.DenimAndDiamondsForAutism.net
450 Consignors at the SCV Kids Consignment Sale Sept. 26th-29th from 9am-5pm The SCV Kids Consignment sale is a huge semi-annual children’s consignment sale helping families earn money for their outgrown children’s items and providing families with an inexpensive way to keep up with their children’s growing needs. Over 450 consignors contribute over 70,000 new/gently-used items at 50-75% off retail prices. They carry clothes, toys, shoes, strollers, furniture, books, DVDs, puzzles, infant equipment and more for babies–teens. Help save the planet by recycling these items and save money! Thousands of items are also donated to 5 local charities. Entrance is free! Read more about consigning, shopping and volunteering at www.scvkidsconsignment.com. 28470 Witherspoon Pkwy in Valencia, 91355
Focus Group for the New Zumba Meal Plan This is paid focus group to find real people to try a new eating plan designed by the folks at ZUMBA. Looking for women & men 30-50 to use this plan & give feedback. Looking for people who have a BMI of OVER 30- That usually means people who need to lose at least 20+ pounds. In addition to the plan and weekly counseling, there is an expense stipend offered. If you are interested go to www.getsuperpeople.com and sign up ASAP! Feel free to submit with friends or your spouse!
October 12th from 11am-4pm We are having our yearly tax-free sample sale to make room for next seasons items! There will be our whole collection of breastfeeding tops, tunics, nightgowns, dresses, sweaters, maternity and post-maternity pants. Also other brand name nursing bras, delivery gowns, nursing scarves, diaper bags, baby carriers, hair accessories and other brand name items! CASH ONLY! 17148 Killion St Encino CA 91316 If you have questions, email thesavimom@yahoo.com or call Sandra at 818-486-2285.
Celebrate the Holidays with Renown Psychic Medium Sharon Gothard Weisman Sharon Gothard Weisman is offering her fellow Jen’s List Members a very special rate event through December:Book a 1 hour Private Session and receive 20% Off. Book an Intimate Group (6 pp), and receive a Free 1/2 Hour Telephone Session. Book a Small Group Event (11-15 pp) and receive a Free One Hour Telephone Session. Host is complimentary. Space is limited. For more info or to book a session or event, please visit Sharon’s website at www.sharongothardweisman.com or email info@sharongothardweisman.com. Event rates are for Jen’s List Members ONLY. Must identify yourself when booking.
Immediate Openings at Encino Creative Kids Childcare: Only 1 INFANT Spot and 2 toddler spots! Sept. 24th– Sept 29th ECK is looking for 1 infant age 12 months & up to learn, laugh & develop with their new little boy, Eli. He is so sweet!! They also have 2 spots in their separate preschool room (ages 2-5). They are a unique blend of Whole Child mixed with small group & one-on-one learning. Their children experience a balanced week of excitement which includes: language, music, art, science, cooking, pre-math & pre-reading, themed units & circle time. Their current unit is Community Helpers. Wonderful reviews!!
Confused About Maternity/Paternity Leave? Feeling Like You May Be Missing Out On Something? You may be entitled to more income and time off during your maternity or paternity leave than you think. The information that HR supplies is often incomplete or incorrect. Milk Your Benefits will help you maximize everything, even if you don’t plan to return to work. Schedule an individualized, private, flat-fee phone consultation so you don’t leave anything on the table. Visit www.milkyourbenefits.com for more info and “like” Milk Your Benefits on Facebook. Don’t wait until the last second!
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The BabyWatch idea came about after testing the user interface of a home monitoring system for clinics They discovered that as much as 80% of pregnant women seek medical advice online or share their pregnancy experiences on social networks. Therefore they decided to offer modern moms-to-be a completely new interactive experience in pregnancy. They want to make tracking pregnancy a relaxing, interactive and emotional experience, connecting family with a yet to be born baby.
Professional Interior Design Services for your Home or Business Looking for interior design help for a home or office project? If you need help with a kitchen or bath remodel, paint color selections, space planning, furniture selections, or general design advice – no project is too small. Hourly rate for on site design consultations or ongoing design services is $75/hr. Available in both OC & LA. Currently offering a complete room design for $250 via online design services for Jen’s List subscribers only (*normal rate is $375, mention Jen’s List for a $125 discount. Email JSInteriorDes@aol.com. www.JSInteriorDes.Blogspot.com
Emmy-winning television show is looking for a boy’s nursery to shoot in Contact Mackenzie at 323-956-8653 or email mackenzie.kolling@cbs.com.
Laurel Hall School 2014-2015 Admissions Event Transitional Kindergarten through 8th Grade Saturday, October 26th from 9am-11am Laurel Hall School is a Ministry of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, North Hollywood Welcoming All. Open Format Tour- Bring the kids, see the campus, BE AMAZED! Other tour dates available. Laurel Hall School-Early Childhood Center operates under Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA) & Evangelical Lutheran Education Association (ELEA). Accredited by Western Association of Schools & Colleges (WASC). 11919 Oxnard Street in North Hollywood, 91606 (818)763-5434 ext.118
Holiday Mini-Sessions are almost here Believe it or not, the holidays are coming! Do you have a great family picture for your holiday card this year? Jill Barbee Photography is offering holiday mini-sessions! Starting October 19th, bring your family for a 30 minute shoot for only $80. You will receive a CD with high resolution images and printing rights. Call Jill at (818) 216-3191 or email Jill@jillbarbeephotography.com to reserve your session now.
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Blue Starz – Kids Dance & Theater Classes Come along for a FREE class & check out what Blue Starz has to offer! Following the renowned Melody Movement® dance Syllabus from the UK, we have classes in Baby Ballet, Ballet, Tap, Hip-hop & Jazz. Children works towards the certificate and medal award scheme as they progress through the levels. Classes from 16 months & upwards! Studio located on Ventura Blvd in the heart of Sherman Oaks. Ongoing enrollment. Email info@bluestarzproductions.com for more info & to schedule you FREE trial.
Plan your Halloween event early with character entertainment, face painters, balloon artists and more Make your Halloween-themed event the talk of the town with real characters including Monster High, Nightmare Before Christmas, villains, and more! Silly, not scary, character performers are perfect for all ages!
Beading Parties They bring a selection of colored wood beads, fun charms (peace signs, Jewish stars, hamsas, skulls, flowers, colored peace signs, letters…) and rhinestones to birthday parties, showers, charity events and mitzvahs. Kids make their own bracelets, necklaces and key chains. This is a great interactive activity, kids and adults really enjoy it.
Betsy of Betsy’s Basic Training is looking for 5 women with 10lbs – 15lbs to lose For more info, contact betsy@betsysbasictraining.com and put Jen’s List in the subject line.
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10U Baseball Travel Team Tryouts Local High School baseball coach looking for players to start a 10U Travel Baseball Club to play in local leagues and tournaments. Have your little athlete learn the proper way to play baseball. Learn the fundamentals of the game while having fun at the same time. Base running, Hitting, Fielding, Proper throwing mechanics will all be taught to get your athletes to the next level. If interested in trying out, contact Carlos at 818 232-1136 or carlosyniguez6@gmail.com for more information.
Give your daughter a weekend away October 18th-20th It’s Girl Getaway weekend time at Camp Hollywoodland. For just $110 your daughter can spend the weekend away hiking, doing arts and crafts, and creating all kinds of edible cuisine. It’s great for parents too. If there is movie you have been dying to see, friends you want to hang out with or lots of work that needs to be done and don’t have a sitter send your daughter to camp for the weekend. For more information, call 323-467-7193 http://www.laparks.org/dos/camps/hollywoodland.htm
Fundraiser – Get Fit for a Cause Saturday, September 28th from 9am-1pm Boot Camp classes, Yoga classes and more. Various Fitness Classes will be offered throughout the event at Warner Ranch Park 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd. in Woodland Hills, 91367. Classes are free with any size donation to Ignite the Fight in Support of Camp Lifting Light (free bereavement youth camps for children who have lost a loved one to cancer and for children that currently have a loved one battling cancer.
Big Bear cabin for kids & dogs – 63 guest reviews 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH CABIN, 900SQ FEET, sleeps up to 5 comfortably for your family snow vacation! Perfect for families with small kids! Click “reviews” at http://www.vrbo.com/337432. Only 2 minutes away from Bear Mountain & Snow Summit ski slopes in prestigious Moonridge. Close to everything (shopping, restaurants, slopes, lake, zoo, golf etc) Fireplace, Internet, dog friendly, 3 TV’s, level parking, washer & dryer in cabin, fully equipped kitchen.
Hair Specials – Daughter(under 12) & Mom Cut Blow Dry Package – $65 Cute Private Hair Studio West Hills Area. For moms with hectic schedules! Dina, being a mom, knows how crazy life gets. She’s offering a great special to treat mom and daughter. She has been the Stylist for Daniella Monet of Nickelodeon TV Victorious (Trina). Available Evenings / Weekends 818-625-6438
Underwood Family Farms September 28th & 29th The Ventura County Fire, the VC Sheriff’s Department, EMS, department of Public Health, Search and Rescue and much more will be there! The event will help benefit the VC Fire & Rescue Department’s Charitable Organizations and the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department’s Cops Running for Charity. Don’t miss the Pumpkin Drops at 11am, 1pm & 3pm, the Bomb Squad and Bomb Robot demo at 12pm, and the Sheriff’s Department Pig Race at 12:30pm. PLUS – as an extra bonus, this weekend only, with paid admission, receive a pass to return to the Festival for 50% off admission either Saturday or Sunday on the 1st or 2nd weekend in October!
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