Friday April 4 2014









How Will Your Kids Survive
the Social Battlefield?


Everyone knows that middle school and high school can be brutal. Bullying and relentless teasing, combined with the insecurities of a changing body, have always made getting through the early teen years a challenge, and it’s only gotten tougher with the advent of social media. So, how can you help your kids? How can you help them talk to you? How can they become more resilient?


Come hear bestselling author Rosalind Wiseman, the “go to” bullying expert for CNN, People Magazine and the NY Times, speak at Temple Beth Hillel on Monday, Apr 7th and learn how to help your kids through these difficult times. Limited tickets still available by calling 818-763-9148 or visit www.BethHillelDaySchool.org.


12326 Riverside Dr. in Valley Village, 91607


 


 


Today in History


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


Hug a Newsman Day


National Walk to Work Day – first Friday of month


Walk Around Things Day


School Librarian Day


Tell a Lie Day


Susanna Medora Salter is the first woman to be elected mayor in the nation in Argonia, Kansas. (1887)


Martin Luther King Jr. is assassinated. (1968)


The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is signed. (1949)


Tater Day


Hank Aaron Tied Babe Ruth’s Home Run Record


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=358


 


 


Clicks Charms – The next great gift for girls is here


Local LA family launches the next big thing! It’s called Clicks Charms, and it’s a line of irresistible, interchangeable, magnetic, charm jewelry for kids…with an enterprising twist. Girls love it! Don’t wait until the last minute to do your birthday shopping, or Christmas shopping, pre-order this revolutionary new product now. And if your daughter is anything like their daughter Lucja, consider becoming a Clicks Kidpreneur, and get a piece of the action. Check the website for more info!


http://bit.ly/clickscharms


 


 


Juvenile Shop Warehouse Sale


Sunday, April 6th from 10am-3pm


Yearly warehouse sale featuring Cribs, Dressers, Glider Chairs, Bunk Bed, Strollers, Car Seats, Hi Chairs and much more. Bins filled with merchandise reduced more than 50%, go early for the best selection.


14666 Keswick Avenue, between Saticoy and Roscoe off Van Nuys Boulevard.


www.juvenileshop.com


 


 


My Gym Spring Camp in Woodland Hills


Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for 2 weeks – April 14th,16th,18th, 21st, 23rd, and 25th from 1pm-4pm


They will provide snacks. Members $35 non Members $40 and we will give sibling discount. Gymnastics, arts & crafts, music ,acting and more.


818-702-6946


http://www.mygym.com/woodlandhills


 


 


YOGA with KIDS


Saturday’s from 10:30-11:30am


Drop them off or stay and play (mommies and daddies are free).


The Yoga Loft


21228 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills


 


 


FROZEN and PRINCESSES Sing and Rock Along


Sunday, April 6th at 10:30am


Mommytrain.com is hitting the crash pads at the Play Destination.  We’re going to dress up like princesses (or whatever), and karaoke our hearts out to some Frozen and other princesses tunes.  Sitters from UrbanSitters will hang with the little rockers, while the moms get to relax and finish a conversation! Plus, decoration and party snacks will be provided by Project: Party Perfect. Gift Bags and Raffle Prizes. Cost: $18 first child/$10 additional siblings. Tickets at http://www.mommytrain.com/events/frozen-sing-along-and-play-along/..


The Play Destination


28501 Canwood St., Suite 3E in Agoura Hills, 91301


 


 


Win a Free iPad mini…


On Grace( http://www.susieschnall.com/books/on-grace/) launches April 8th! Celebrate with an On Grace prize package. Enter the contest below to win a FREE iPad mini, a Kate Spade case, and an autographed copy of On Grace. The giveaway ends April 15th.


http://www.susieschnall.com/blog/giveaway-win-a-free-ipad-mini/


 


 


Don’t Wait To Transfer All Of Your Home Videos To DVD – Your Home Videos are Aging!


I kept procrastinating and finally took the plunge, converted ALL of our videos and SO happy I did! It’s so fun to be able to watch old family movies. Nobody has a VCR anymore! Oliver was truly a pleasure to work with and very professional. It is time now to get your videos archived to DVD or Digital files on a Flash Drive for Safe Keeping. Your VHS, Mini Camcorder tapes will look Fantastic again in Digital form. Take advantage of the special Jen’s List pricing through April 20th. Pickup & Delivery available too! Imagine Video has been trusted by families for 12+ years. 


Contact Oliver Monroe at (310) 256-7299 for more info.


www.imaginevideo.net/jl.html


 


 


Garage/Yard/Estate Sales This Weekend


Simi Valley Estate Sale


Friday, April 4th from 9am-4pm; Sat., April 5th from 9am-4pm; Sun., April 6th from 12pm-4pm & Mon. April 7th from  10am-4pm


Vintage & New items, Appliances, Bric-a-Brac, Sofas, 2 Fridges, Clothes, Jewelry, Porcelain, Washer/Dryer, and more!


1321 Valjean Avenue in Simi Valley


www.SistersEstateSales.net


AND


Baby & Kid Multi-Family Garage Sale for Charity


Saturday, April 5th from 7am-1pm


The moms of MOMS Club of Burbank, have cleaned out their closets, garages, play rooms … you name it and have put together more than 4,000 baby & kid items raining in size from newborn to junior sizes, toys, books and even big ticket items like strollers as well! All clothing is just $1!! Proceeds will be donated to the Mother-2-Mother Fund, helping mothers in need across the US.


625 N. Myers St. in Burbank, California 91506


www.burbankmomsclub.com


AND


Adat Chaverim, The Congregation for Humanistic Judaism Yard Sale


Saturday, April 5th from 7am-1pm


Find good, clean quality goods! Clothes, Tools, Toys, Books, you name it and it will be there for sale. Call 888-552-HJLA(4552) or email info@humanisticjudaismla.org for more information.


5116 Varna Avenue in Sherman Oaks, 91423. East of Fulton, South of Magnolia.


AND


Yard Sale


Saturday, April 5th from 8am – 3pm


Clean home with lots of really nice things that the kids outgrew. Great opportunity to get baby equipment, nice clothes and toys.


4313 Bluebell Avenue in Studio City, 91604


http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/gms/4403313384.html


AND


Multi Family Neighborhood Garage Sale


Saturday, April 5th from 8am-12pm


Many families participating. Antiques, furniture, clothing, collectables, electronics, tools, and more.


4943 Cartwright Ave, 91601


 
 


20 Things to Do With All Those Leftover Glass Baby Food Jars


http://www.lilsugar.com/How-Reuse-Baby-Food-Jars


 


 


Kars4Kids


A Car Donation Program is a 501 (c) (3) Charity organization that uses the proceeds from donated used cars to help with the education of underprivileged Jewish children.


www.kars4kids.org


 


 


Do You Buy Groceries at TARGET?


Healthy picks with Weight Watchers PointsPlus


http://www.ornabakes.com/shopping-lists/target/


 


 


Woodland Hills Elementary (WHECES) CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT 


Monday, April 28th – 9:30am Registration & 11am Tee-Off


Four Player Scramble – Benefiting the Kindergarten through Fifth Grade children at Woodland Hills Elementary Charter for Enriched Studies at Woodland Hills Country Club. Are you a golfer? Join this unforgettable day of golf and fun while supporting a fabulous local public school. Do you know a local business that would like to advertise and sponsor? There are a million ways to contribute, and very few excuses not to! This tournament is a unique opportunity to golf for a great cause and support the teachers, parents, and children of WHECES. Highlights Include:


* Hole-in-One Challenge by Vista Ford of Woodland Hills


* Team Mulligan


* 50/50 Drawing


* Continental Breakfast


* Lunch


* Prizes


Individual Golfers $150


Foursome $550


Sponsorships Opportunities $200-$1000


Email kimberly.rangel@bankofamerica.com


 


 


Peel An Apple in Seconds


http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2593156/Core-blimey-Watch-no-nonsense-chef-use-POWER-DRILL-peel-dozens-apples-seconds.html


 


 


FILIP


The worlds 1st smart locator & phone for kids.


www.myfilip.com


 


 


Tutor Available


Lindsey has been working with children with and without special needs in classroom and home settings for over five years. She has worked as a camp counselor for several different camps over the past four years, including camps for children and teens on the Autism spectrum. Additionally, she has worked as a classroom aide and tutor for preschool and elementary school children. She is a graduate of U.C. Santa Cruz with a B. A. in Psychology and is CPR certified. Call (818) 665-9482 or email lindsey.faith.amos@gmail.com.


 


 


Stay ahead of your to-dos


Checkmark App for iPhone


http://builtbysnowman.com/checkmark/


 


 


Consider It Done: Your Busy-Ness is Our Business


OC & LA: Are you time starved & overwhelmed? Do you have too much on your plate? Consider It Done! can help. In fact, your busy-ness is their business!


* Errands of every type (carwash-dry cleaning-banking prescriptions-post office runs-shoe repair-Costco runs)


* Personal & virtual assistance-inventory services


* Gift & grocery shop/wrap, party-travel-event assistance


* Home-closet-garage-desk-pantry-office organizing


* Deliveries & waiting services, house sitting, water plants


* Relocation and moving assistance, packing, unpacking, donations, pantry/refrigerator stocking, light staging


* Pet sitting, dog walking, vet & groomer trips


Call (562) 697-0030 or (562) 883-2600 or email Sherri@ConsiderItDoneASAP.com.


www.ConsiderItDoneASAP.com


 


 


If 70s Moms Had Blogs…


http://widelawns.blogspot.com/2014/03/if-70s-moms-had-blogs.html?m=1


 


 


Virtual Quickbooks Bookkeeper Needed


Psychic Medium in need of QUICKBOOKS BOOKEEPER to maintain 2 sets of books. Books are up to date, 4 different bank accounts, mortgage & 2 credit card accounts need to be reconciled & receipts entered.10-12 hrs/month. Must have 3-5 yrs experience. MAC based or version of QB 2012(PC based). $25 to $35 an hour. Must be skilled in navigating on line bank accounts. You will manage the books & send a report once a month. References mandatory. Email social@marilynalauria.com.


 


 


Remind101


Attach homework assignments, photos, documents and more.


http://blog.remind101.com/post/81306275112/remind101-attach-photos-and-more


 


 


Vyperweb Web Design


Get answers, get a quote, and get online with zero stress. They specialize in unique, affordable solutions for individuals and small businesses. And if you simply need help with Social Media integration or choosing a website address… they do that too.  Jen’s List members get a $50 discount! on a new website.


310-621-5679


http://www.vyperweb.com


 


 


I’m a Pediatrician – Should I Treat All Kids, or Just the Vaccinated Ones?
http://www.slate.com/articles/life/family/2014/03/measles


 


 


Bagup + Rake Combo – Pet cleanup is a snap with the Bagup + Rake Combo


Holds up to 3x more debris than the average dustpan. Easy on your back, no bending over. Recycle your grocery bags, use bio-degradable, compostable or kitchen plastic bags. Wrap a bag around the Bagup for the ultimate pet clean up tool. Bagup is also great for yard work, kitchen and garage.


www.bagupcleanup.com


 


 


16 Awesome Hidden Gems You Must Experience At Disneyland


http://www.buzzfeed.com/peggy/awesome-hidden-gems-you-must-experience-at-disneyland?s=mobile


 


 


The Founding Moms


A collective of offline meetups and online resources where mom entrepreneurs can exchange, connect and learn from one another. Incredible women living right in your backyard meet up to swap start-up stories, interact with renowned business experts, and build profitable companies within the ever-growing network of mom-owned businesses around the world.


http://foundingmoms.com/


 


 


Bacon Festival Comes to Long Beach in August


http://www.bigbitebaconfest.com/


 


 


Kid-friendly tuna salad


Healthy and tasty, mayo-free. Use in a sandwich, scoop up with crackers or serve over a bed of lettuce. If the texture of raisins or toasted sliced almonds is underappreciated, puree in food processor with grated carrots and the low fat cottage cheese (or sub hummus or unflavored tofu), then add to drained tuna. S&p to taste. 1 can tuna makes enough for 4 sandwiches.


http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipe/kid-friendly-tuna-salad-almonds-and-raisins


 


 


Tired of Hebrew School? Designed to Accommodate Busy Students: Israel Bar/Bat Mitzvah Private Tour


Choose any weekday any time, 1 hour session weekly. Join JSN or form your group. A 20 years successful Hebrew school (K-7). One hour class for each grade offered Monday to Friday. New students and siblings discount. No membership. JSN is renowned for its successful curriculum, many free extracurricular activities and events. Monthly iTOT for 4 to 6 years old. Exceptionally amazing Bar/Bat Mitzvah prep class. Free consultation and information for services and party planning. One of a kind Private Tours 2 Israel private tours. Call (818) 625-1621 or email jsnbynomie@me.com.


www.jsnbynomie.com


www.facebook.com/IsraelWithNomie?ref=hl


https://www.facebook.com/jsnbynomie?ref=hl


 


 


Become an 8th Generation Usui Reiki Practitioner


Learning Reiki is a powerful healing technique that can help you heal and balance your own energy systems for optimal wellness. Reiki is a wonderfully simple, natural, and ancient system of energy healing. You’ll learn how to balance your own chakras, help improve your emotional well-being, develop spiritually, and feel greater connection with the infinite Universe around you. You can learn Reiki for yourself, to become a Reiki Practitioner and a Reiki Master/Teacher and teach Reiki to others.


www.sacred-energy-healing.com