Monday November 25 2013









Help your child feel confident in school with StudyShop!


StudyShop is committed to creating a friendly, supportive environment to help students reach their goals. Math, Science, English, Foreign Languages, SAT, ISEE & more!


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– Jessica T, student


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– Sylvia M, mother


Call 310-845-9130 or email charles@studyshop.org for more info.


www.studyshop.org


 


 


Today in History


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


National Parfait Day


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=238


 


 


New Show Casting Dog Lover Families


Casting Southern Cali Families New Show looking for families who want to actually go through the dog rescue process on TV. The show matches the family up with a rescue dog and makes sure the dog is trained and ready to live with his/her new family. If you are interested or know of a family interested in adopting a rescue dog on a TV submit ASAP to katerangeycasting@gmail.com – Include your Name, City, Contact info, Family photo & Why your family should be chosen to be on the show.


 


 


Clean Out the Closets’ Before the End of the Year!


Sunday, December 8th from 10am-2pm


The Calabasas High School Cheer and Basketball Teams will have a Goodwill Truck set up collecting donations of everything from clothing to blankets to pillows to electronics. Only thing they are not accepting is furniture. For every bin they fill, the teams will receive $50 All donations are tax-deductible.


22855 Mulholland Hwy. in Calabasas, 91302
(818) 264-1985


www.calabasashigh.net


 


 


Babysitter, Housekeeper, Nanny Leads


http://jenslist.com/2013/11/23/los-angeles-nanny-leads-babysitter-housekeepers-nov-6-22-2013/


 


 


A sketch comedy show for kids with puppets – Kids under 12 FREE


Saturday, December 14th at 2pm


After three sold out shows in a row, creators Alex Fox and Rachel Lewis pair up with Nerdist Industries to present their monthly hit PUPPET TOWN! A family friendly sketch-comedy show…with puppets! Puppets! Music! Sketch Comedy! Fun! With a cast of comedians from iO, Second City, Groundlings, and UCB, along with puppeteers from Broadway’s Avenue Q – it’s never ending fun in PUPPET TOWN! Tickets for PUPPET TOWN are $8 in advance, $10 at the door and FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 12!


www.nerdmeltla.com


 


 


Online CPR / First-Aid Certification + 2 FREE Wallet Cards – only $12.95


CPRGlobalAcademy.com offers online CPR training, testing, and certification. A time-saving alternative for individuals who need CPR Certification without having to wait days or weeks to enroll in a traditional training course. They offer CPR, First-Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens courses for the workforce and for healthcare providers! Certification costs $12.95.


http://www.cprglobalacademy.com


 


 


10 Simple Strategies for a Clean and Organized Home


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/sarah-kooiman/10-simple-strategies-for-a-clean-and-organized-home_b_4170622.html


 


 


“Get Smart about Antibiotics”


Learn about appropriate antibiotic use, the dangers of antibiotic resistance, symptom relief, facts, plus info for parents, healthcare professionals, Spanish-speakers, more.


http://www.cdc.gov/getsmart/index.html


http://public.health.oregon.gov/PreventionWellness/


If your children are in daycare, links to treatment guides in Spanish, German, Russian, Vietnamese and English for earache, cough, sinus trouble and sore throat.


http://public.health.oregon.gov/PreventionWellness/Safe


 


 


Hands on Hanukkah at Santa Monica Place


Celebrate Hanukkah with your Santa Monica community on Wednesday, December 4th from 5:30-7pm, at The Market Level 3, Santa Monica Place. FREE to attend. All families with young children are welcome. Activities include: Live Entertainment by Children’s Singer, Josh Warshawsky * Photo Opportunity with Debbie the Dreidel * Free Coloring Fun with Elmo, Grover and the cast of Shalom Sesame Street^ *Decorate your own Dreidel * Play Hanukkah Bingo * Make Spin Art with Dreidels * Taste Delicious Hanukkah Treats.


http://www.santamonicaplace.com/Events/HandsOnHanukkah


 


 


Gut Bacteria Might Guide The Workings Of Our Minds


http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2013/11/18/


 


 


Wonderful New Book We Can ALL Relate to Written by a High School Friend


The author grew up in L.A. & her main character did too,  so you’ll recognize places in the book, like Chin Chin and Fred Segal! Grace May is excited about turning 40 in a few months. She can’t wait to rediscover the intelligent & interesting woman deeply buried under the layers of mother and wife. But when Grace loses her job and gets unexpected news from her husband and her best friend, life suddenly gets complicated. But by her 40th birthday party, Grace realizes who/what matter most. ON GRACE will resonate with women who own at least one pair of Spanx: fidelity, friendship, and finding oneself at 40.


http://www.amazon.com/On-Grace-Susie-Orman-Schnall/dp/0615809839/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1370888775&sr=1-1


 


 


Your Jr. Chef can make Dark Chocolate Oatmeal


Usually thought of as a breakfast staple, this oatmeal (old-fashioned) can also be dessert. Cook oatmeal in milk with sugar (sub ok) and cocoa powder, then stir in dark chocolate chips until melted. Parental supervision.


http://www.pastryaffair.com/blog/2012/1/22/dark-chocolate-oatmeal.html


 


 


Duux Baby Electrics makes its debut just in time for the upcoming cold/flu season


The award-winning Duux collection includes humidifiers, an air purifiers and a baby projector. Duux’ mission is to offer the most innovative and reliable baby electrics, not only with great design, but with the latest technologies and optimum ease of use for parents.  The Duux line is proof that high-tech products can be functional and beautiful! To celebrate their arrival Duux has teamed with all-natural cough and cold brand Zarbee’s (www.zarbees.com) on a Healthy Family Sweepstakes. You will find details and can enter the sweepstakes here  https://api-apps.com/s/42xHab (deadline to enter December 20, 2013).


www.svan.com


 


 


Poor self-control and anger problems in preschool – nature or nurture?


(think ‘Family Feud’) ..Study says….


http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2476935/Dont-blame-poor-parenting-tearaway-kids–bad-behaviour-childs-GENES.html


 


 


“Young Maccabees” Young Family Hanukkah Performance and Dinner


December 3rd


Come for a festive buffet-style meal of latkes with all the fixings, vege lasagna, salad lemonade and special decorate your own Hanukkah cookies from 6:15pm-7pm. Dinner prices are $10/children and $12 /adults until Nov. 25th. The prices go up to $12/children and $15/adults after the 25th, and the last day to RSVP is Monday, Dec. 2nd. To RSVP and pay online, click on http://tinyurl.com/kh42mle. The “Young Maccabees” Young Family Performance is free and no RSVP is necessary. For more information, contact bstrauss@adatariel.org or call 818-766-6379.


www.adatariel.org


 


 


Maid Easier


A  forum to discuss issues with housekeepers, maids, nannies, and babysitters.


https://www.facebook.com/MaidEasier


 


 


Newsletter designed just for boomers and seniors


If you want to know what’s going on in your backyard, read www.Suddenly65.com  – an online always FREE weekly newsletter for boomers and seniors which covers local resources between Burbank and Westlake.  Join their mailing list now to keep up to date.


 


 


Holiday Boutique


Saturday, Nov. 30th from 9am-1pm


Vendors include: Denise Butler Photography, Chocolate Savvy, Parsley’s Passions, Catrina’s Treasures,31 Bags, Heaven Scent Candles & Tye Die, Mary Kay, Creative Kids Publications, Sassy Chic Clothing & Accessories, Amber Heals Teething, Garden Of Avalon Home Décor, Pindividual, Tupperware and Blu Serenity Jewelry. Call 805-231-5672 for more info.


95 W Sidlee Street off Janss Road off the 23 Freeway


 


 


Story Time at the $10 or less Bookstore


Every Saturday at 11am


Kids, come hear some great stories and get crafty.  Help Tom Turkey escape the Thanksgiving dinner table this Saturday by creating a disguise for him. Parents & grandparents, you can get your holiday shopping done at the $10 or less Bookstore. They have all kinds of books, DVD’s, CD’s and audio books.  We also have Gift Cards available! They are perfect for Hanukkah, stocking stuffers or for the office gift swap!


$10 or less Bookstore


9054 Tampa Avenue in Northridge, 91324


818-701-0047


www.10-dollar-bookstore.com


 


 


9 things you should know about the drug Molly


http://www.cnn.com/2013/11/22/health/9-things-molly-drug/index.html?sr=fb112213mollydrugs11p


 


 


Wild Women Hiking Adventure Club for Women


Get off the treadmill and hit the trail. You won’t believe the beauty you will discover just off the pavement and behind that tree! Wild Women Hiking organizes vigorous day hikes into the Santa Monica Mountains, along the Malibu Coast, throughout Los Angeles Basin and Foothills including Griffith Park, and parts of Ventura County. Hiking burns around 400 calories per hour, is always interesting, and allows you to experience a Southern California that you can only find on foot.


www.WildWomenHiking.com


 


 


Are you a cayenne chili fan?


15 ways to use cayenne, with links to hot wings, fire tea, breading for fish/chicken fingers, spicy nut mix, lemon pepper shrimp, turkey chili, smoothie, DIY kale chips, more. Recipe for DIY food processor peanut butter with a kick.


http://skinnychef.com/blog/15-delicious-ways-to-enjoy-cayenne


 


 


Beautiful Custom Arrangements Delivered to Your Door


It is a busy time of year, so let the pros at La Soiree Chic help! Take the stress out of creating a beautiful holiday table by purchasing a pre-designed “tablescape” for your HANUKKAH or CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION! Your complete custom tablescape is delivered right to your door, making your event looking like you hired a planner to do it at a fraction of the cost! For more information, call 818-256-6848 or email Jennifer@LaSoireeChic.com.


http://lasoireechic.blogspot.com/


 


 


The 20 Things You Need To Let Go To Be Happy


http://elitedaily.com/life/20s-things-you-need-to-let-go-to-live-happy-life/


 


 


Pressman Academy Early Childhood Center Open Houses


December 4th and December 19th from 9:30-11:30am


Visit the ECC and learn about the warm Jewish community, rich curriculum and exceptional Hebrew Immersion Program. You will get to visit classrooms, meet the ECC Director and get all your questions answered! Visit www.pressmanacademy.org/eccopenhouse to RSVP or call Betsy at 310-652-7354, ext. 237 or bkrut@tbala.org.


 


 


Yelp Under Fire for Alleged Pandering to Advertisers


http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Yelp-Under-Fire-for-Alleged-Pandering-to-Advertisers-232472381.html


 


 


Educational Therapist – Students 5-18 with learning disabilities, dyslexia, high functioning autism


Sarae O. Shenkin, M.A., B.C.E.T., has an educational therapy practice located in the West Valley, close to Calabasas, Agoura, Tarzana and Encino. She works with clients ages 5-18, with diagnoses of learning disabilities, dyslexia, high functioning autism, and organizational difficulties. She provides a holistic approach by dealing closely with the family and other professionals working with the student. Her strengths are: diagnosing, remediating and advocacy for the student. Call (818)388-6750.


 


 


The thing about this video isn’t just that it’s beautifully done


— but that it shows how lucky we are to live in a nation with medical resources that can change lives, can SAVE lives. Grab your tissues. Truly a miracle.


http://vimeo.com/78393869


 


 


Red Pelican Music Private Music Lessons


The teachers are elite musicians, hand-picked for their enthusiasm and patience. We cater to discerning customers, who appreciate top quality and friendly service. They offer lessons on piano, guitar, voice, drums, bass, banjo, dobro, ukulele, saxophone, violin, viola, cello, clarinet and more! Call (310) 893-0776 for more info.


www.redpelicanmusic.com


 


 


Better diet tied to higher quality of life in old age


http://www.chicagotribune.com/health/sns-rt-us-better-diet-20131121,0,7712525.story