How Will Your Kids Survive 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!
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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
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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.
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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.
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.
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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
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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.
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.
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.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. |
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