Wednesday November 27 2013









Voted Red Tricycles most awesome kids sports classes of Los Angeles


http://awards.redtri.com/2013/kids-sport-classes/?location=los-angeles  


Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy is one of the most progressive learn to swim programs in the country, teaching thousands of children that swimming is a gift for life. It is time to make learning to swim a priority for the whole family. Being water safe is a MUST, Come swim with LKSA for the fall! Schedule your FREE evaluation lesson! Mention this listing and receive 2 FREE LESSONS! Registration fees not included, one per family, new students only.


Westside JCC


5870 W. Olympic Blvd. in Los Angeles, 90036


323-525-0323


West Hills Location


22622 Vanowen St. in West Hills, 91307


818-464-3315


www.LennyKSwim.com


 


 


Today in History


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


Pins and Needles Day


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=240


 


 


Guitar, Piano, Drums, Voice and Bass lessons in your home


All Play Music teaches life skills to children… Music just happens to be the vehicle. Their certified instructors make each lesson fun and engaging while the students learn their favorite songs.  Their program provides goal setting, achievement levels and performances. Go to www.allplaymusic.com to learn more and find out what parents are saying about All Play. Prices range from $280-$550 per month and enrollment is limited to ensure the highest quality of service. Call (310) 745-4007 for more info and to reserve your slot.


 


 


Brent’s Deli Holiday Gift Card Giveaway


Nov. 29th-Dec. 8th


Get a FREE $25 gift card when you purchase a $100 gift card! Available at both the Northridge & Westlake Village locations. The $100 gift card can be divided into more than one gift card at your request. More than one $100 gift card can be purchased. For every $100 in gift cards purchased during the same transaction, they will give you one complimentary $25 gift card. 


www.brentsdeli.com


 


 


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.


www.RovingGenius.com


 


 


Helicopter fun for the Holidays


Are you looking to give a one of a kind, unforgettable gift for family and friends this year? Take to the skies with a Helicopter Tour from Orbic Air, located at Van Nuys Airport. Orbic has a wide range of tour options to meet every budget, some starting at just $85 per person. Orbic Air Helicopter Tours: There is no better way to see LA. Receive a 10% discount if you purchase a gift certificate before Dec. 24th,  just mention that you are a Jen’s List member at time of booking. For more information, email fly@orbicair.com.


(818) 988-6532


www.orbicair.com


 


Family Fun Icon  Join Valley Cat Music for a special 3-WEEK HOLIDAY SESSION this December – Valley & Marina locations


December 2nd-21st


Come enjoy seasonal music & Music Together® Family Favorites w/old friends & new. Classes are mixed-age 0-5+. 3-wk session is $75/child; $35 sibling; $15 drop-in sibs. Incl. CD set. MUST register online. Free demo avail. Valley Cat Music teachers love making music w/children & the adults who love them. Hands-on instruments/props, singing, dancing, music immersion geared for learning pitch & rhythm through play, exploration, & connection/parent modeling. Jan-Mar session open, too! Sign up now!


www.valleycatmusic.com


 


 


Splendid Opens in Manhattan Beach


Saturday, December 7th from 1-4pm


Guests are invited to check out the new Splendid store as well as take part in some holiday festivities including a custom Dylan’s Candy ‘Bar’ for Splendid with over 150 pounds of goodies plus adorable candy craft workshops, such as ornaments and candy cane reindeer for the kids. Guests will enjoy 20% off of their entire purchase during the event and a portion of the sales from the afternoon will be donated to Baby Buggy.


329 Manhattan Beach Blvd. in Manhattan Beach, 90266


www.splendid.com


 


 


Delectable chocolate dipped treats, each one a delight


The perfect addition to any event or occasion. Be it a birthday, wedding, shower, the big game, or just recognizing someone special (including yourself), they have the perfect arrangement for you.


www.chocolatecoveredyumyums.com


 


 


Laser Maze Logic Game by Think Fun


Logic game with a real laser! 60 challenges from beginner to expert. Builds sequential reasoning and planning skills. GREAT for kids!


http://www.amazon.com/dp/


 


 


More Than 1 In 10 U.S. Kids Has ADHD, CDC Says


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/22/adhd-us-kids-cdc_n_4325188.html


 


 


Win $10,000 for a 60 Second Video featuring Pick Up Stix Restaurants


Showcase your creativity, humor and insight with a 60 second video, shot on your smart phone, & featuring Pick Up Stix Restaurants! Start sharing for a chance to win $10,000 and a party for you and 15 of your friends! Go to www.geeknation.com/VideoContest for full rules & details. Popular vote will narrow down the entries to a top five, where a panel of judges will determine the winner, so get your video in early! Strut your stuff and let your video Be Anything But Ordinary.


 


 


Your Jr. Chef can make easy Mocha Fudgy Squares


Into parchment-lined 8×8″ pan, pour warm mixture of sweetened condensed milk, chopped bittersweet chocolate, instant espresso powder, fine salt, vanilla. Optional additions: chopped nuts, zested orange peel, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, pinch of cayenne, few drops mint flavoring. Smooth top with rubber spatula, and sprinkle with flaky finishing salt. Cool. Slice yumminess into 64 1″ pieces. Take to parties. Parental supervision.


http://www.chow.com/recipes/30905-easy-mocha-fudge


 


 


Want to learn the basics of Adobe CS6 design software or drawing?


Looking to learn new skills in design and art? Diane Pascual is a freelance illustrator and graphic designer who teaches others the basics of learning computer design software and drawing. Whether you have an interest in creating logos or t-shirts, worksheets for your students, or setting up a simple wordpress blog or site, Diane can help you achieve your goals. She also teaches younger kids and teens wanting to learn how to draw and illustrate projects.


www.dianepascual.com


 


 


Top 10 Thanksgiving quotes to inspire you and your grandchildren


http://www.examiner.com/article/top-10-thanksgiving-quotes-to-inspirie-you-and-your-grandchildren


 


 


Italian Classes for Kids & Adults – Spring Session Now Open for Enrollment


Registration has begun for the Spring Session of Italian Classes for Kids and Adults offered by Fondazione Italia in Burbank, Hermosa Beach, Orange County-Lake Forest, West Los Angeles and UCLA.  Classes start January 17th & 18th. Children’s classes range from Parent & Me and Preschool to Elementary Age, Middle School Pre-AP and High School AP prep. Adult classes range from Beginner to Advanced.  Courses offered vary at each Learning Center. Register by January 3, 2014 to take advantage of the early bird rate. Enroll at www.fondazione-italia.org or call (310) 739-9350 to request price and schedule information and an enrollment form.


 


 


Randy Kaplan’s new not-JUST-for-kids CD


http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1601348535/randy-kaplans-new-not-just-for-kids-cd


 


 


Canning and Jam Making Cooking Class: Holiday Gift-Making with Bird Queen Jams


Sunday Dec 15th from 2-5pm


Aya Peard of Bird Queen Jams makes her almost famous rose petal jam directly from her garden, as well as other transcendent delicacies to be eaten with cheese and used for cooking. They will teach you to make delicious holiday gifts in bulk in an easy and cost-effective manner. Meal and a Spiel is a private cooking school based on the philosophy that anyone can learn to cook. Classes offer intimate hands on cooking experience for all levels.


http://mealandaspiel.com/class/holiday-gift-making-with-bird-queen-jams/


 


 


Personalized Modern Ice Cream Scoop


Zeroll’s revolutionary design for a cast aluminum scoop with fluid inside the handle allows heat to transfer from the user’s hand to the ice cream scoop, warming the liquid and cutting through the frozen cream like no other. Now, your kids will not struggle to scoop their favorite treat. Customize your child’s name into the scoop.


www.ZerollCustom.com


 


 


Toddler Group Opening at Branches Atelier in Culver City


Tuesday’s from 3-4:30pm


The program is Reggio based with wonderful teachers. It’s truly a unique program that integrates many sustainable elements into early education while emphasizing core values. Call Jim or Patricia McGrath at 310-398-8200.


http://www.branchesatelier.com/programs/toddler-age-program/


 


 


Great stocking stuffer for baby


MAM’s adorable holiday themed pacifiers. Order on www.shopmambaby.com and they have a holiday cash contest, each order placed between now and 12/31 is automatically entered to win a $25.00 gift card. Enter their Facebook/Instagram contest too called #MyFavoriteMAMProduct in which 10 winners will win 5 newborn MAM Start pacifiers + 5 MAM Anti-Colic bottles, http://bit.ly/myfavoritemamproduct, contest ends Dec. 2nd.


 


 


Remote Bookkeeping and Administrative Services


S & J Bookkeeping and Secretarial Service provides QuickBooks, payroll and administrative services to small businesses, attorneys and seniors. Susan Newman, a Certified QuickBooks Specialist and a Certified Bookkeeper, has teamed up with another full service bookkeeper, who has 20 years of QuickBooks experience. They both offer the same low rates. For more information, visit www.sjbookkeeping.com or contact Susan Newman at (818) 587-9130.


 


 


Still Depressed?


Try TMS, an Effective, FDA-Approved, Non-Drug, Non-invasive Outpatient Treatment for Depression West Coast TMS offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy for depression, an FDA approved outpatient alternative for people with treatment resistant depression.


818-855-1694


www.westcoastTMSinstitute.com


 


 


Give the Gift of Good Health by Christine Bullock


The holiday season is upon us… Lifestyle/nutrition/fitness expert, Christine Bullock  just released her new DVD “10 Minute Solution: Butt Lift.” Consider giving the gift of health as a stocking stuffer or keep for it yourself — easy fitness-on-the-go, especially during your holiday travel. Visit Christine’s website for  healthy holiday tips and other time saving nutritional recipes at www.christinebullock.com.


 


 


Intuitive/Medium/Energy Healer/Hypnotherapist


Need answers to life questions? Want to connect with a departed loved one? I can help. Readings provide a better understanding of life events & relationships & provide comfort healing & closure by having answers around the passing of a loved one. Energy healings help w/ easing pain reducing stress, anxiety & provides an encouraging inspiring loving energy to support you on your life’s path. It’s a powerful motivating tool for overcoming challenges and pursuing goals successfully.


(310)503-0622


www.lovefirst.co


 


 


Your Jr. Chef can make Lightened-Up Mac & Cheese with Cauliflower


Cook macaroni/cauliflower, drain. Mix in Italian breadcrumbs, reduced-fat Parm, chopped parsley, fat-free cream cheese, fat-free 1/2&1/2, sharp cheddar, 1/2 C reserved water. Fill single-serving ramekins or baking dish, bake and enjoy. Parental supervision.


http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/2012/02/lightened-up-mac-cheese-with-cauliflower.html


 


 


These Disturbing Fast Food Truths Will Make You Reconsider Your Lunch


http://huff.to/1bRwUcq


 


 


Major traumatic brain injury study funded


Those with military family members with TBI/PTSD and children experiencing concussions will be interested in this grant to study neurodegeneration after TBI, the broader lasting consequences of a single/repetitive brain injury, and age-related brain diseases at the structural molecular/cellular level.


http://www.alleninstitute.org/Media/documents/press


 


 


Support your local children’s bookstore Books and Cookies on Small Business Saturday


Sat., Nov. 30th from 9am-4pm


-10am Kids Concert with Sing with Luis in the book room. $5 suggested donation.


-$5 fun in our Learn and Play Area all day.


-10% off entire store.


-Free balloon with every purchase of $25 or more!


-15% off your next visit with purchase of $60 or more.


-Free Coloring Craft.


www.BooksAndCookiesLA.com


 


 


28 Rules for Fathers of Sons


http://tinyurl.com/knaa6wf


 


 


English Professor/former High School English teacher tutors ONLINE – Try a 15 min. session free


Dr. Flynn has been teaching English for 19 years. She is a full-time English professor at Pepperdine University. Tutoring available for English essays, SAT writing prep, College application essays, or general writing tasks. Very reasonable rates ($40/hour). Use web-conferencing and document sharing (very simple–all you need is SKYPE). Accept payment via PayPal. Call (310)924-3592 or email theflyprof@gmail.com.


http://seaver.pepperdine.edu/academics/faculty/member.htm?facid=theresa_flynn