Tired of lugging your Mac to the Genius Bar? We all love our Apple products but disconnecting them, driving, parking and carrying your Mac through the mall is a pain. Hire RovingGenius.com! -Affordable alternative to the Apple Store. -They come to you. -Same day appointments. -Faster repair times -Need a new Mac? They will pick one up, set it up, back it up, transfer data and provide a receipt, SAVING you $50-$100. -Experts on all things Apple. -They will teach you how to get the most out of your devices, wireless printers, iCloud, Apple TV. -Integrate your TV, music speakers, HVAC, security, lighting and cameras, to control your whole house from iPhone or iPad. -They can even help eliminate that annoying spinning beach ball. **10% November discount** Call or text (818) 485-1444.
Today in History Occult Day www.history.com/this-day-in-history Mickey Mouse birthday http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=226
Little Ninjas Karate in Woodland Hills A high energy, fun program, using positive re-enforcement to teach children Martial Arts, ages 3-6. This facility is truly amazing! All of my boys have been thru the program. Run by Sensei Linda Vogel, it teaches self-confidence, focusing, listening & self-control while developing large motor skills, balance & coordination. They even have a toddler room for younger siblings to play while older children take classes. The birthday parties are awesome too-Run by Certified Black Belt Instructors, in the 10,000 square ft. facility & entertainment including Karate, Gymnastics, Games, Rope Climbing & Music. Gift Certificates are available! (818) 719-0205
Great Plumber Lead Even if you don’t need this info now, copy and save it for when you do! Call and mention Jen’s List for discount. Contact (818)833–5649 or email Anjplumbing@gmail.com. TONS of happy Jens List members have used ANJ including myself!
Using LEGO to Build Math Concepts http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2012/10/using-lego-build-math-concepts
speeCup Wireless Bluetooth Speaker A Bluetooth wireless speaker with gesture control and Siri/S Voice enabled. This portable 8″ tall speaker is designed to play music and function as a hands-free speakerphone in your car, home or office. It’s a snap to set up, and its sound quality, performance and features are amazing. speeCup fits perfectly in your car’s cup holder, but also works in a boat, RV, golf cart, backpack or bicycle or on a desk, bar, table or bookshelf – any flat surface is a convenient place to put a speeCup.
Everything Hanukkah: Create Your Own Gifts & Décor Tuesday, November 19th at 6:30pm Get ready to celebrate the festival of lights as you make beautiful gifts and decor. Create “Chanukah-in-a-Jar” complete with dreidels and chocolate gelt Embellish a plain silver charger into a personalized menorah plate with iridescent stickers and a coordinating jar to hold the menorah candles throughout the week. Class held at Michaels, Encino Town Center. For more information, visit the store or email Doreen at alteredartbydoreen@gmail.com. www.altered-artworks.blogspot.com
Inspirational L.A. Entrepreneur: Kasey Pitillo Births Baby and Launches New Baby Dental Care Business in Same Month
Black Friday Fun: Join Radio Disney at the Northridge Fashion Center Friday, November 22nd from 11am-1pm Join Northridge Fashion Center and Radio Disney for a little Black Friday Fun! Kids 2-12 can enjoy music, dancing, interactive games, giveaways and more! Radio Disney will be on the upper level near JC Penney. www.northridgefashioncenter.com
Hanukkah is Around the Corner Meant 2 Be Kids offers free gift wrapping! Check out their new gift items including Melissa and Doug toys, beanies, scarves, nail polishes and tons of fun things for the kids!! The fall inventory is fully stocked…sweats, long sleeves, and special occasion dresses! For more information call (818) 760-5050 or email Nicole@meant2beinc.com. 18719 Ventura Boulevard in Tarzana
What are the benefits of sibling rivalry? http://www.cam.ac.uk/research/news/sibling-rivalry-and-brotherly-love
Thomas & Friends: The Thomas Way – Now on DVD Join Thomas and Friends for five all-new, exciting adventures!
Why are “ADD”, “ADHD” & “Autism” approaching epidemic levels in the U.S.?
Holiday Shopping, Kids Activities & Mini-Portraits at the Juvenile Shop in Sherman Oaks Thurs., Nov. 21st from 10am to 1pm Join SoCalMoms & Juvenile Shop for a fun morning of shopping, activities for the kids and portraits for your holiday cards. Enjoy a handpicked a selection of toys and gifts for the holidays plus 20% off toys purchased during this event. Educated Nannies will be there to watch the little ones. Snacks and raffle prizes included. In lieu of a fee, please bring an item to donate for the holidays. Register at http://scmholiday.eventbrite.com
Shuttr by Muku Labs Redefine “selfies” with Shuttr, the one-touch shutter release. You can put your iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Samsung Galaxy S3 or S4 (most iOS and Android devices) up to 30 feet away, and with the click of the Bluetooth remote shutter release, you’ll have great photos. No timer, no apps, no clunky arm in the picture! Shuttr is small enough to be concealed in your hand during photos and designed to attach to your keychain.
How to make latkes without a recipe http://food52.com/blog/8944-how-to-make-latkes-without-a-recipe
Looking For a Parent & Me Class? BJE and the Jewish Federation, in partnership with the following schools, are offering a 70% discount on high quality Jewish Parent & Me classes for first time participants: Kol Tikvah (Woodland Hills), Temple Aliyah (Woodland Hills), Shomrei Torah (West Hills), Temple Adat Elohim (Thousand Oaks), Temple Etz Chaim (Thousand Oaks). To receive your voucher, go to: www.bjela.org/parentandme. For more information, contact Rachel at rkaplan@bjela.org or (818) 464-3391. A project of BJE’s JKidLA.
L.A.U.S.D Special Education Assistant/Tutor: 16 Years in the Business The first semester is almost over, give your child the gift of tutoring and watch their self-esteem flourish. Karyn McDowell will tutor K-5th all subject all students. She can assist on test prep, organizational skills, homework and more. She is available at varying times, Monday through Friday, based on the needs of the child. Email karynlmcdowell@sbcglobal.net.
How the Common Core Kills Cursive – Schools
Boxxle Wine Dispenser A new 3-liter premium box wine dispenser designed to rest on a countertop, bar or table. It gives wine lovers a convenient and attractive way to dispense and enjoy boxed wine … elevating it above the rim of the glass for easy dispensing, right down to the last drop. With Boxxle, wine lovers can use the entire bag without having to tip or drag the container to the edge of the countertop. Boxxle automatically compresses the bag and keeps wine fresh up to six weeks. With its contemporary stainless steel design, the Boxxle is sturdy, built to last, and compliments any kitchen, bar or dining room décor. www.boxxle.com
To Refrigerate Or Not? Nick Federoff Weighs In Storing Veggies
Add a Healthy Home to Your Healthy Life If you want to find out how to live in a healthier home, ask Go Green Construction, a Los Angeles based contractor with over 30 years of experience specializes in creating safe, healthy, eco-friendly home environments. Upgrade your home with them and get up to $4,500 back with Energy Upgrade California! For more information call (818) 718-7477.
Life is Short, Be a Better You As a psychotherapist with over 11 years experience, Allison Cohen takes great pride in helping clients achieve their personal & professional goals. Allison has been featured on the TODAY show & NPR & has been quoted in Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Huffington Post, EHarmony, WEB MD, IVillage, PBS & more. Specializing in: Couples/Relationships Self-Esteem/Growth Family Conflict Anxiety/Stress Communication Skills Life Transitions Depression Building Physical & Emotional Intimacy Intuitive Eating www.LifeIssuesPsychotherapy.com
Kids Told to Shun Classmates to Show How Bullying Feels
Calling All Beyond Yoga Enthusiasts Friday, November 22nd & Saturday, November 23rd from 9am-6pm The Sample Sale is here just in time for the holidays. Stock up on all your favorite styles at 60% off and beyond. A great selection of Leggings, Camis, Bras, Tanks, Tops, Bottoms, Jackets, and more, in all sizes. Plenty of free parking. Cash and Credit Cards accepted. All sales are final. Beyond Yoga 5811-A Uplander Way in Culver City
MUSE School presents Meet MUSE/Open House: Pre-School, Elementary, Middle School & High School Thursday, November 21st from 6:30-8pm You are invited to Meet MUSE/Open House in Malibu Canyon (City of Calabasas). Learn about all things MUSE-from the Early Childhood Education program to the High School Program. MUSE School inspires and prepares young people to live consciously with themselves, one another, and the planet. Expect conversations and presentations hosted by current MUSE students, families, founders, administrators and teachers. RSVP to tdavis@museschool.org. Perspective parents are welcome. Light refreshments served
People Without Kids Have No Idea What Parenting Is Really Like http://thestir.cafemom.com/toddler/164007/
The Beat Buds Performing Music, Song & Dance for Toddler Tuesday, November 19th from 11am-Noon The Beat Buds are entertaining enriching and interactive with music, song and dance performance for toddlers! Stay and have unlimited play at KidzCity after 12pm at a discount rate of only $5. (818) 887-7516 KidzCity 20841 Ventura Boulevard in Woodland Hills
Musical Instrument & Voice Lesson Leads Violin Lessons with Talented & Patient Teacher Molly teaches beginning students ages 4-10 and also adults in the Suzuki method. She has been playing violin for over 30 years and has a beautiful studio in Encino where she can teach students in a safe and inspiring environment. Plenty of street parking. Rates are reasonable and she can travel to your home too. The Suzuki method is a tried and true music educational approach whereby the parent learns alongside the student and together the bond that forms between them is priceless. AND Guitar Lessons Master of Fine Arts professor in guitar now accepting new students! Learn to play the right way from a seasoned pro. All ages and levels. Call Richard at (818) 345-5178, email guitardawson@gmail.com, or visit www.classicalguitarguru.com. AND Affordable Piano & Voice Lessons: Jen’s List Discount Too Corinne DeVries loves working with kids and adults of all ages. She was the 2013 music director for Tarzana’s Wilbur Elementary School Play Production after-school program and has even sung the national anthem at a Lakers game! Lessons are $30 per half hour, $60 per hour. Mention Jen’s List, and get a $50 per hour rate! Visit http://corinnedevries.org/voice_lessons_in_valley_village or call (818) 850-0734.
Your Jr. Chef can make flavorful alternatives to mashed potatoes Try a purée of parsnip and cauliflower. After steaming cut pieces in milk (any kind), puree in blender. Can be cooled, refrigerated, rewarmed easily. Parental supervision. Recipe can be doubled. http://www.chow.com/recipes/30122-parsnip-and-cauliflower-puree Try celery root (celeriac) purée. After boiling celery root and diced potatoes to tender, drain and process with butter in a blender. Salt and white pepper to taste. Parental supervision. http://www.chow.com/recipes/28906-celery-root-puree Try a purée of turnip and pear. After cooking turnips, cubed russets and cubed pears to tender, drain, return to high heat pot to reduce juices and puree in food processor. Add freshly ground white pepper to taste. Comments suggest halving butter, adding ground ginger/cinnamon and 1 more potato (to improve texture). Parental supervision. http://www.chow.com/recipes/10767-turnip-and-pear-puree
Keyport Slide The new Keyport Slide 2.0 has reinvented the conventional keychain. The Slide holds up to 6 keys or inserts, yet is roughly the size of a pack of gum. The revolutionary Keyport blades replace traditional keys, fit securely in the Keyport Slide, are easily inserted and removed, and feature a one-size-fits-all head. It’s compatible with most standard keys, including house keys, high-security keys, transponder-chipped auto and motorcycle keys, small mail and padlock keys, and bike lock keys. Users can customize their Slide, with useful tools like a flash drive, mini-light and bottle opener. It provides easy access to keys and tools with the slide of a thumb. |
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