See Kate Winslet in LABOR DAY for Free! Wed., Jan. 29th at 7:30pm at Paramount Studios From the director of Up in the Air, Young Adult, and Juno, LABOR DAY centers around 13-year-old Henry Wheeler (Gattlin Griffith), who struggles to be the man of his house and care for his reclusive mother Adele (Winslet) while confronting all the pangs of adolescence. On a back-to-school shopping trip, Henry and his mother encounter Frank Chambers (Josh Brolin), a man both intimidating and clearly in need of help, who convinces them to take him into their home and later is revealed to be an escaped convict. The events of this long Labor Day weekend will shape them for the rest of their lives. Screening seats are limited. To attend, please email LaborDayRSVP@paramountpictures.com with your information.
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Play and Grow Smart-er Tips Nancy Pyne-Hapke, author of “Play and Grow Smart, A Guide Supporting Brain Development, Birth through Five,” has been giving tips to aid your child’s optimum skill development through proactive neuroscience-based activities every Monday. These ideas come from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books. “LANGUAGE/VOCABULARY” DEVELOPMENTAL SKILL DEFINITION: developing communications skills; articulating thoughts, feelings, needs; speaking, listening, reading, comprehending, writing, and spelling. THE CRITICAL WINDOW during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for LANGUAGE/VOCABULARY: “Vocabulary” development is 2 years through adult. The more opportunity children have for positive language/vocabulary experiences during this critical period, the more efficiently their brains will work over the long run. Some Language/Vocabulary: “Vocabulary,” Pt. 8 tidbits for building a strong foundation for reading and literacy: By 3 years old, Toddler learns more about the community while increasing vocabulary. * Through conversation, any trip can become a learning adventure – * walk in the neighborhood. * visit the library. * go grocery shopping. * Zoo animals – * visit the zoo to see the animals in their living environments. * read stories about animals. * draw the animals (fat primary crayons). * make animal creations out of clay. Next week – Language/Vocabulary: “Vocabulary,” Pt. 9 Comments to msmarm@roadrunner.com
Tri-school Poker Night Chaparral, Bay Laurel and Round Meadow Elementary schools will be hosting this joint fundraiser on February 6th at 6pm at Calabasas Country Club. The entire community is invited to join the fun, compete for prize money, bragging rights and a championship trophy! Dinner starts at 5pm and the poker starts at 6pm. Advance registration is $150 and includes dinner and one free rebuy. Tickets will also be sold at the door. Advance online registration at www.trischoolpokernight.eventzilla.net or for more information, contact bablanken@gmail.com.
More Than A Dress Prom Experience A project designed to address the emotional, financial and social needs of underprivileged girls in South L.A. They are accepting new and gently used special occasion dresses. Prom is an important social part of the High School Experience. Unfortunately, many young ladies in South LA are missing an opportunity to celebrate this unique part of adolescence. More than a Dress Project gives amazing young girls an opportunity to celebrate the power within. This daylong event will feature free tutorials from professional make-up artists, stylists and of course loads of beautiful dresses for the girls to seep through. Email morethanadressproject@gmail.comfor more info.
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Get Wired Tec Top Rated Home Entertainment System. “Great service, on time, and very knowledgeable. I have found my new A Team for Home A/V jobs.”- Todd-Chatsworth. Get Wired Tec. is dedicated to providing professional and reliable service. They always strive to make sure that their customer’s satisfaction goes beyond their expectations. From TV mounts and in wall speakers to Custom designed home automation systems, Get Wired Tec. can handle all of your needs. Email getwiredtec@gmail.com for a free estimate. 10% off for Jen’s List members.
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Free Moms Trip to Israel with the Jewish Women’s Initiative of Aish LA & the JWRP October 27th-November 5th “Birthright-like” trip for Jewish Moms looking to explore their spirituality. Join the Jewish Women’s Initiative of Aish LA in partnership with the Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project. You pay flight and tips only. Travel the land from north to south while enjoying seminars designed to enrich your spirituality and relationships and empower you to be a great role model for your family. Moms must live in LA/SFV, have a child under 17 at home. Apply at www.jwrp.org or call Sharon at (310) 926-2356.
Looking to Make Your Child’s Next Birthday Party Amazing? Ever been to a children’s first birthday party or baby shower where you left finding yourself wishing you could pull off the same fantastic party? Well now you can. The party hostesses at John Eden Celebrations can help you do just that. From creating custom made invitations to uniquely designed party favors, your guests won’t stop talking about the details! Visit their website to see how they can help you plan your next celebration, however big or small! Mention Jen’s List for 15% off of total bill.
OhSnap! Home Parties for Photography Enthusiasts Award-winning childhood photographer AutumnRain of AutumnRain Photography is now teaching workshops on how to take better pictures of your kids as a home party, available in the greater Los Angeles area. It covers the basic topics to elevate your photography skills beyond the snapshot: Camera settings, composition, perspective, finding the light, pulling it all together, photographing the ages of childhood, etc. Click the link for more information! Special introductory rates right now!
Empowering weekend for women at the Shalom Institute in Malibu March 28th-30th Spend a weekend with other amazing women in beautiful Malibu. Some weekend activities include: Hikes, ropes course, horseback riding, stimulating discussions, massages or facials, dancing, arts and crafts, book club, campfires and delicious food. Come with your friends or come alone and make new friends to last a lifetime. All activities, accommodations, meals, snacks and cocktails are included in the very affordable price of $295 for the weekend. Sign up at http://goo.gl/ggnElc.
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). What 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. Contact her for party prices, project list, and pictures at nwasserman@earthlink.net. References are gladly provided.
Local children’s author to do a story time/book signing at We Rock The Spectrum Agoura Hills Thursday, January 30th at 9:30am “Max Pays Attention” author Barbara Gibson-Paul Psy.D., LMFT will read and sign books. Her book is for preschool up to age 7 (also great for special needs children) available at Barnes & Noble Calabasas, her website Creativekidspublications.com and Amazon. $14.95. 30315 Canwood St. in Agoura Hills, 91301 818-991-5437 www.Creativekidspublications.com
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Home Styling and Organizing Now, look around, does your clutter drive you crazy? Are you spending your time looking for stuff? Get organized and start fresh. Revital will make life easy and neat for you. Her services include kitchen, bathrooms, pantries and all closets anywhere in the house. Moving or going under construction? She will help sort and organize everything before and after, including your garage too. Mess Be Gone is dedicated to take stress off your life. 10% off for Jen’s List members. Call (818) 631-4282.
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LA’s Top-Rated Private Music Lessons – Red Pelican Music Red Pelican Music offers private music lessons. Teachers are elite musicians, hand-picked for their enthusiasm and patience. Lessons on piano, guitar, voice, drums, ukulele, bass, saxophone, flute, clarinet, violin, viola, cello, songwriting, banjo, dobro, mandolin, pedal steel and music software (pro tools, reason, sibelius, logic pro). Call (310) 893-0776 or email info@redpelicanmusic.com for more info. http://www.redpelicanmusic.com
Sweatless Hands If you or one of your children, or even a friend for that matter suffer from excessive sweating of your hands and feet (hyperhidrosis), please visit sweatlesshands.com This treatment has been a miracle for our family.
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Renowned Silhouette Artist Karl Johnson at Entertaining Elephants in Studio City Sunday, February 9th from 10am-2pm Third generation Silhouette Artist Karl Johnson will be creating hand cut silhouettes by appointment. All ages are welcome even the squirmy ones. Karl’s work is currently featured in Restoration Hardware Baby & Child. He has created silhouettes for many special people including Reese Witherspoon, Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Garner, Jennifer Lopez and many others. Wonderful Valentine’s Day gift!Contact the store at (818) 766-9177 for your 5 minute appointment.
Free Cancer Support Group Tuesdays at 11:15am & Thursdays at 12:15pm If you have cancer, had cancer in the past, or know anyone who does have cancer, you are welcome to attend our support group. This is a topic-driven group where they explore all areas of mental and physical well-being. Join for an hour of laughter, bonding and insight. Jennifer Diamond Cancer Foundation 9410 Owensmouth Avenue in Chatsworth www.jenniferdiamondfoundation.org
Are You Struggling to Get Rid of Your Sugar Addiction Did you know that According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Americans consume 156 pounds of sugar per person each year? Yikes! If you’re drained, exhausted, and sick and tired of reaching for chocolate, candy, soda, coffee, and snacks, this easy 10 Day Sugar Cleanse is perfect for you! Say good-bye to sugar cravings in a way that is healthy, effective, and simple – no juicing, starving, or deprivation necessary! Kick your sugar habit once and for all and look and feel your best now! www.christinatanios.com/kick-your-sugar-habit-now/
HVAC Repairs, Installs, Maintenance California HEAT HVAC Co. In your area and at your service. They do great work, custom, professional and fair in repairs, installs and yearly maintenance. Call (323) 632-5157 or email Infocaliheat@gmail.com.
“Mom, Why Don’t I Have Any Friends? I Sit By Myself at Lunch, I Never Get Invited on Playdates or Sleepovers…I Am So Lonely” Being a kid can be hard. Whether your child is a kindergartener, middle school student or a senior in high school, making and maintaining strong friendships can be very difficult. When children and teens feel lonely and left out, the result is often dropping grades, lower self-esteem, increased irritability and more acting out behaviors; overall just unhappy kids. Social Coaching Club can help! They offer social skills coaching and therapeutic services to increase self-confidence, assertiveness, effective communication and friendship-building skills in children, tweens and teens.Call (818) 379-3340 or emailinfo@socialcoachingclub.com.
Busy mamas wanted for new Books and Cookies BABY CLUB and Books and Cookies TODDLER CLUB Wednesdays 2pm-5pm Catch up on emails and work while your child plays with other children a few feet away! Each session includes supervised interactive free play, sensory play, musical fun, crafts, and/or story time. Parents can enjoy complimentary coffee and WIFI, and order from our full café menu or step out for local food or drink pick-up! 48 hours advance registration required. CALL 310-362-3103 by Mon. at 1pm to sign up.
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Relationship Roundtable nights Seminar by Mommytrain.com hosted by LMFT, William Bumiller Friday, March 7th at 7:30pm William Bumiller, LFMT will give guidance and strategies to work out in your romantic relationships and parenting relationships. You will talk sex, or no sex, or why should you have to think about sex when you just want everyone in the world to stop touching you. They will talk about toddlers, communication and work relationships after motherhood, and whatever the heck you need to talk about. Limit 8 moms. $200 entire session. http://www.mommytrain.com/family-support/mommy-roundtable/relationships/
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