Build Your Baby’s Safety Net: Life Insurance & Estate Planning How can you assure that your kids will be raised according to your wishes? Who will handle your kids’ finances if you’re not here? How can you assure you have enough for their care? Don’t miss the next Sizzling Hot Topic at the Pump Station on Thur. May 29th at 6:30 pm in Santa Monica & Wed. June 4th at 6:30 pm in Hollywood. Sona A. Tatiyants & Jennifer Burnham-Grubbs, will provide info on trusts, wills, guardianship, life insurance, etc. They will de-mystify these topics & teach the most cost-effective way to protect your families and assets. For details, visit http://www.pumpstation.com/pumpstation/dept.asp?s_id=0&dept_id=3870%20. For more information, contact info@tatiyantslaw.com or 818-956-9200.
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history The U.S. Post Office is established. (1794) V-E Day, Germany signs unconditional surrender. (1945) Mad Magazine hits the newsstands. (1952) The World Health Organization announces that Smallpox has been eradicated worldwide. (1980) Iris Day No Socks Day World Red Cross Day World Red Crescent Day
KidsCanCode Summer Camps Every child should learn to code! Learning programming is a valuable skill and teaches math, problem solving, and more. Classes available for ages 8-16 at all experience levels: * Introduction to Programming * Programming with Minecraft * Learn to Program with Scratch (for younger students) * Game Development and Design (for more experienced students) Summer camp locations in Sherman Oaks, Santa Monica, Pasadena, and Agoura Hills. Visit the website for full schedule.
Mom’s – Get Paid to Sample an Excellent New Detergent OM’S: Mom’s..well spoken, outgoing, do laundry at least 2-3 times a week and love clean clothes! Try a brand new stain fighting detergent! you will test it for 2 weeks and after a follow up phone conversation, be paid $75. Email nancyspeople123@aol.com include your name and age, phone #, # children, current photo of yourself, no sunglasses! Detergent you use (no a&h, sun, xtra or fragrance free).
If you’ve ever wondered whether or not you really need to drop $300 on an organic crib mattress, (side note: Good Q! DO YOU??) this is the app that will tell you It’s a social network of parents sharing advice + asking and answering questions. Some are new to the family planning fun, while others are seasoned moms and pops. There’s incentive besides just lending a hand to your fellow mom – the most helpful members of the SmartMom community win prizes each month like diapers for a year, must-have toys or a baby stroller.
Game Changer! What if not having to go back tomorrow was a reality? https://momversity.wordpress.com/2014/05/03/game-changer/
Cheerfit Fun Class Ages 4-7, Tuesday’s at 5 pm Ages 8+, Thurs.’s at 4:30 pm Taught by former UCLA Cheerleader and head Instructor for NCA ( Natl. Cheerleaders Assoc.), your child will learn the basic fundamentals of cheerleading: terminology, moves, kicks, splits, jumps, safety and simple choreography. Small size groups mean more attention and instruction for your little one! This is a 10 week program which meets once a week. $250. First class is free. Call (818) 436-2530 for more info.
House & Pet Sitter Lots of experience and references. Great with animals! Call Alexandra Gettings at (818) 731-0135 or email at alexgettings1@aol.com for more information.
Brighton Hallapalooza 2014: Dream On Sunday, May 18th at 4:30pm 755 N. Whitnall Highway in Burbank This is the Brighton Hall School Spring Showcase 2014. Music, Skits, Song, Dance, Comedy, Theatrics, & Fun by talented BHS students and teachers. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. http://brightonhallschool.org/events-2/
Community Needs Assessment: Pooled Special Need Trust An Informational Session for Parents and Caregivers Tuesday, May 13th from 7-9pm Presented by JFS { Chaverim and HaMercaz, together with Bet Tzedek. A pooled special needs trust is an alternative to an individual special needs trust that allows middle-income families to set aside money for a loved with a substantial disability (eligible for SSI) without jeopardizing government benefits. Assets are pooled for investment purposes only. Come for an informational session; they want to hear your ideas and feedback as part of a community assessment funded by The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles. RSVP to Sarah Blitzstein at sblitzstein@jfsla.org or Michelle Wolf at wolf@bettzedek.org or call 866-287-8030 or 323-549-5835. Temple Judea 5429 Lindley Ave. in Tarzana, 91356
10 Tips for Grilling Successhttp://www.fix.com/blog/tips-for-grilling-success/
20% Off Any Service For New Clients Lana Tickler is a Stylist/Colorist for over 10 years! Lana is offering 20% off any service for new clients! Just mention Jens List when you book! You can find Lana at Blush Salon in Woodland Hills. Book now by calling (818) 225-1709.
Keep eggs in your dinner meal rotation Frittata, shakshuka (eggs with spicy tomato sauce), omelet, baked eggs. http://food52…com/blog/10162-make-eggs-have-dinner Egg pizza, eggs baked in avocado, eggs topping baked potatoes/burgers/risotto/polenta/toast/skillet dishes + lots more. http://www.buzzfeed.com/arielknutson/egg-recipes-delicious-ways-to-eat-eggs-for-dinner Slideshow including tomato-corn pie, potato-crusted and spinach quiches, huevos rancheros, more. http://www.delish.com/recipes/cooking-recipes/egg-dinners#slide-1 How to cook eggs every which way: boiling, poaching, omeleting, making aioli. http://food52.com/blog/10048-how-to-cook-eggs-every-which-way
50 Of The Best Kids’ Books Published In The Last 25 Years http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/05/01/best-kids-books_n_5214288.html
Why choose between photos and video? With Vhoto, you get both! Vhoto makes it easy and fun to get pics of parties, pets, kids, selfies and sports.
It’s Mother’s Day at Allen’s Flower Market, Reseda Allen’s Flower Market, a family-owned and operated flower shop, is ready to meet all of your floral needs this Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 11th, and is already accepting numerous orders for this special day! As a one-stop shop, Allen’s Flower Market has a wide selection of everyday and exotic flowers at affordable prices, as well as balloons, stuffed animals, and special gifts for easy pick-up or delivery throughout the San Fernando Valley. They can also custom design your special surprise. www.allensflowermarketonline.com
Earn $150 For Helping Researchers Graduate research assistant in the Psych Department at California State University, Northridge. Currently the department is in the process of conducting research on how to improve social skills in teens (males 14-17) with or without Higher Functioning Autism. The would like to invite parents and their child with autism to be a part of our study. they are inviting them to come to the campus and participate in answering some questions about themselves the compensation for time is $150. Emailmorgangoley@gmail.com.
Save Money Now Off Your Rising Electric Bill With a Free Solar System SolarCity® SolarCity® has helped tens of thousands of homeowners save money by switching to clean, more affordable energy. With SolarCity® you simply pay for solar power by the month, just like your utility bill, only lower! They review your electrical bill and provide a no obligation proposal to save you money right now with a free solar system! Call (310) 487-1234 or visit www.zerocostsolar.com or info@zerocostsolar.com Zero Cost Solar, Inc. is a Certified Partner of SolarCity®.
Super Soccer Stars Mini Season: Starts at Age 2 Mini season starts May 17th With the lowest child-to-coach ratios in LA, Super Soccer Stars teaches soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive and educational environment. Through age-specific curriculum, they use soccer to nurture, build self-confidence and develop teamwork. Receive a FREE GIFT your first class with Promo Code: JENSPR.*One per family, new students only, not applicable to City classes. Call (310) 998-0010 or email la@supersoccerstars.com.
West Coast TMS 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. For more information, call (818) 855-1694 and check
LoveLiv Benefit To Raise Money For Nemaline Myopathy (NM) Research LoveLiv, an event planned by a local LA family to generate awareness for their two-year-old daughter’s condition, Nemaline Myopathy (NM), will happen at Star Eco Station in Culver City on Sunday, May 18 from 11am to 2pm. Camacho’s Cantina Universal City Walk, Stout Burgers and Beer, Factor’s Famous Deli, John O’ Groats, LaRocco’s Pizzeria and SugarDayne will be serving up food. Los Pinguos will perform. There will be a Game Truck, bouncers and arts and crafts. Plus, the whole family will have the opportunity to embark on guided tours of the Eco Station and bid on amazing silent auction items. For tickets: https://secure.giftogo.com/e/loveliv-2014/register
Casting Looking for men, women and kids in the wild, wonderful world of competition Amazing new series seeks breeders, owners handlers, junior handlers and groomers who take their dogs to the top. To let the world know about this amazing, fun and super competitive sport from your perspective, email danyaberman@evolutionusa.com. AND Searching for dynamic couples with (or getting) a new puppy that aren’t afraid to show their true personalities The shorter the fuse and hotter the temper, the better. The more outspoken and outrageous you are, the better! This series will follow the reality and drama of owning a new puppy. They want to see the issues, the arguments and the real effects of taking on a puppy with a spouse or significant other. There is no host and no help. Compensation is $3,000 for allowing them to document you and your new puppy for up to a 5-day period (TBD). Email PuppyPilotcasting@gmail.com: Names, ages and pictures of the couple, city, puppy info & your story! Include a description of your personalities and you as a couple.
Creative Kids Have Fun, Learn & Earn They have a very cool program for creative, articulate kids (ages 8-11) who are comfortable expressing themselves in a group of peers and also to adult facilitators-and most importantly-who would really enjoy checking out early stage TV shows and sharing their ideas and opinions. The kids will be paid for their participation (typical monthly: $200), learn how to work together with others and be exposed to the exciting entertainment industry. The kids will get together periodically for fun times to interact and collaborate together. This does not lead to auditions/acting roles. Click http://touchstoneresearch.3uu.us/uc/FunPaidProject/. Other opportunities for families and kids to have fun and earn money at http://panelpolls.com/registration.php?rc=MjI4.
Free Introductory Baby & Me Class Thursdays from 9:30-11am Malibu Jewish Center & Synagogue 24855 Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu Babies and toddlers are welcome to come explore are amazing school through blocks, paints, dramatic play, puppets, music, cooking, movement, sensory play, holiday celebration, and of course bubbles! There will be a weekly discussion pertaining to your baby or toddler’s beginning years. Call (310) 456-2296 to reserve a spot!
Celebrate Mother’s Day With Gifts For You & Your Mom With Mother’s Day just around the corner, share your most special mother-daughter moment with MAM USA and enter for a chance to win you and mom 2 exciting prizes. A $100 MAM gift basket for yourself, and your choice of an edible arrangement, flower bouquet, or gourmet chocolates ($100 value) for your mom. MAM will choose 3 winners. ‘LIKE’, share, and click here for your opportunity: http://bit.ly/MAMmothersdaycelebration
JoyTunes There are numerous benefits to taking music lessons as a child, but how do parents know when kids are ready to pick up an instrument? I thought you might have interest in these helpful tips for parents to know if their child is ready to play a musical instrument. The experts at JoyTunes (www.joytunes.com), the developers of award-winning interactive apps that help children and adults alike discover and enhance their love of music, can provide expert tips on how to tell if your child is ready for music lessons-and the steps to take once they are.
Difrax Baby Innovations Now In Los Angeles Difrax, the world renowned European name brand in baby and toddler products, based in The Netherlands, has sailed overseas to L.A. where the company’s US operations will be headquartered. The Difrax 3-stage pacifier system is their first product line making its way into L.A. stores. A big hit with moms, this revolutionary fashion forward pacifier line offers babies and tots a stylish way to soothe that matches their age and stage of development! Other forthcoming Difrax products are the Smart S*Bottle, which can be used from birth and is ideal for combining breastfeeding and bottle-feeding, the Smart S-Bottle Warmer that heats up the milk to the correct temperature in only three minutes, and the award-winning BtoB Breast Pump.
Birthday Party Idea – Stuff teddy bears with a custom T-shirt They offer a mobile build a stuffed animal store that comes out to your next house party. They offer 3 packages to choose from, they range from $15 to $25 per child. They ask for a minimum of 20 children to come out to your house party. For $25 package each child receives a stuffed animal, a full outfit, the wishing star, birth certificate and a carry home backpack. They will usually bring out 8 animals and 12 different outfits. This is a great party favor! www.mobileteddybearparties…com
Heather Mayer Doula: Calm, Gentle, Nonjudgmental Support For All Families Early postpartum is a time of enormous changes physically, emotionally and spiritually. It is also a time of changing relationships between all the members of the family, physical healing and exhaustion, as well as hormonal changes and fluctuations. As postpartum doula I can help make this time easier with my knowledge, gentle understanding, and assistance. New parenthood is joyful, and thrilling, but can also feel daunting and overwhelming.
Sherman Oaks Friends of the Library Free Movie Friday, May 23rd from 2-4pm Free movie at the Library. Call (818) 205-9716 for further information. www.lapl.org/branches/sherman-oaks
Favorite healthy desserts, discussion Check out the link for coconut whipped cream (from single-ingredient canned creamed coconut), link for black bean brownies (comments suggest upping cocoa powder, adding chopped dark chocolate/coffee), link to paleo cheesecake, recipe for no-cook choco-peanut banana pudding, link to grilled pineapple, links and recipe for chocolate velvet, chia pudding (chocolate, vanilla), lots more. |
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