Gamebot School is offering camp to those interested in making and playing video games this summer! Gamebot School Summer Camp returns June 16th through August 8th. Each week campers will work on creating a new game project as well as exploring exciting indie games, building special Minecraft projects and watching video game-related movies. The morning camp runs from 9am-noon for students grades 3-5 and afternoons from 1-4pm for grades 6 and up. $240 per week, but space is limited. For more info, visit www.gamebotschool.com or email info@gamebotschool.com.
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history A “Golden Spike” was driven into the railroad tracks at Promontory Summt, Utah, connecting the tracks of the Union Pacific and Central Pacific railroads, creating the first Transcontinental railroad. (1869) The syrup for Coca Cola is invented by Atlanta Pharmacist John Styth Permerton. (1886) The lawnmower is patented. (1899) Americans Richard Boyd and Floyd Bennett become the first to fly over the North Pole. (1926) The Birth control pill is approved by the FDA. (1960) Lost Sock Memorial Day Military Spouses Day
Saturday Morning Tot Shabbat at Temple Kol Tikvah Saturday, May 10th at 10am Come join Temple Kol Tikvah for a child centered Shabbat and bring your friends. There will be activities for the kids ages 0-6 years old and opportunities to schmooze for the adults. Tot Shabbat will start at 10am on the Kol Tikvah Early Childhood Center playground. RSVP to anay@koltikvah.org. 818-992-1960 20400 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills, 91364
Club Soccer Tryouts If your son loves playing soccer and excels at it, consider having him try out for an FC Los Angeles Club Soccer team. FC Los Angeles, a non-profit organization dedicated to youth soccer, is currently holding tryouts for its U9 teams and seeks players 8-9 years old or under that are born on or after August 1, 2005. The club also has older teams seeking players. Please visit www.fclosangeles.org for additional team tryout information and email td@fclosangeles.org.
Creative kids have fun, learn and earn 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 (typical monthly: $200). This does not lead to auditions/acting roles. Click http://touchstoneresearch.3uu.us/uc/FunPaidProject/.
Please help my friend Morgan WIN the Jefferson Award She is one of three finalists in the health and wellness category. It is not a scholarship opportunity she is looking for but rather help fighting for the cause by spreading awareness through this medium. After the tragic death of her grandmother to aggressive lymphoma, Morgan was inspired to create her organization, which has raised more than $40,000 for the City of Hope National Medical Center, and connected hundreds of potential stem and bone marrow donors for Be the Match National Stem Cell and Bone Marrow Registry. PLEASE go to www.lead360.jeffersonawards.org/challenge and vote for Morgan’s project-it is the very first one -Ambassadors for Hope. The site is live until the 21st and you can vote once a day.
Fit Family: Healthy Mother’s Day Gifts http://conejovalley.happeningmag.com/fit-family-healthy-mothers-day-gifts/
Let Felicia Alva be your go to girl for all of your special occasion make up needs Prom & Wedding Season are Upon Us! Felicia is a licensed Esthetician/Make Up Artist with over 20 yrs. experience. She is incredible and even did the makeup for my wedding! She believes in all women looking like themselves, just an “enhanced version” of themselves. Call for special pricing on Prom make-up applications. She is booking up fast!
Get a Lifeguard NOW for your next Pool Party Message Summer is almost here! Do you see a pool party in your future? Do you feel like watching over all of the kids in the pool? It only takes one second for a child to slip under the water. Make the safe choice NOW. Get a lifeguard for your next pool party. Katie and Maggie have 15 years of life-guarding, CPR, and First Aid experience – you will feel relaxed and confident in knowing your children are safe. Book them for your next pool party before their schedules fill up! Email katiekidswim@gmail.com.
June 23rd-July 31st Small Group KinderPrep Camp in Santa Monica is enrolling 4 and 5-year-olds for their award winning play-based and academically oriented program. If you want your child to start kindergarten with increased self-confidence, a head start on the basic skills, and have a lot of fun, Academic Achievers’ indoor/outdoor KinderPrep Camp is the way to go! The groups are limited to 6 children with 2 fully credentialed Kindergarten teachers. One-on-One Summer KinderPrep brings the tutor to your child. http://www.academicachievers.com/kindercamp
Get real recommendations from people you know & trust! Gain access to local service recommendations from the people you trust most, through Knowzz, an innovative mobile app. Knowzz connects you to real recommendations from people you actually know: your friends, family, neighbors and colleagues! With Knowzz, it’s super simple to get word-of-mouth service provider recommendations such as the best piano teachers, handymen, private trainers, and pediatricians without having to ask, call, text, or email your friends. Download today at http://bit.ly/.
Taking your kid to the beach means worrying he or she will wander off when you’re not looking Enter sunscreen brand Nivea and FCB São Paolo with a campaign that basically provides you with a LoJack for your child.
Looking for a great Mother’s Day gift? Pick up Seinfeld writer Sarol Leifer’s new book called “How To Succeed In Business Without Really Crying.” Parade magazine says, “If laughter is the best medicine, Carol Leifer’s book shoud come with a co-pay!” Your mom will thank you!
Aloha Beach Camp Summer Camp Open House Saturday, May 17th from 1:30-3:30pm This is an amazing summer beach day camp for kids and teens. While the camp itself takes place at local beaches, the Open House will take place at Taxco Trails Park in the West Hills portion of the San Fernando Valley. The Open House is a free, family-friendly event where you can learn about the Aloha Beach Camp program, meet the camp counselors, enjoy free refreshments, play games, win prizes, get free on-the-sand surfing lessons and more. Check out the camp’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/alohabeachcamp for pictures, videos, and more information or visit http://www.alohabeachcamp.com/open-house.
Garage Sale Saturday, May 10th at 8am Lots of quality merchandise. Household items, furniture, books, clothing and many more miscellaneous goods for sale. 5446 Beeler Avenue in Woodland Hills, 91367
An exhibition of enchanting contemporary furniture and inventive sculptures masterfully hand-crafted from vibrant LEGO® bricks Now-Memorial Day, Monday, May 26th The Forest Lawn Museum presents A Million and One Pieces , by celebrated up and coming designer David Tracy. http://forestlawn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Final-A-Million-Plus-One-Evite-v4.jpg
Saturday’s at 11:30am (10 week session begins Sat., May 11th) Make a playdate with your kid! Learn the fundamentals of boxing, footwork and agility training with a seasoned pro! We only hit bags and mitts– NOT each other. $375 for both parent and child. First class is free. Must call to reserve a spot. Must bring your own gloves.
Win One Of FOUR 4-Pack Of Tickets To See Circus Vargas, Magi Karia In Woodland Hills
Kitchen Karate – Learn how to cook 15 HEALTHY meals in 2 hours in your own kitchen Saturday, May 17th at 2:30pm Kitchen Karate teaches you how to make 15 different healthy meals in 2 hours, from whole fresh ingredients. Moms are definitely the biggest audience and best fans! Kitchen Karate is a really great way to feed the family healthy meals quickly and easily + it’s a fun hands-on 3 hour class at Surfas Culver City.
Your Jr. Chef can make treat biscuits for the Pooch? Add peanut butter, water, oil and flours to electric mixer to create a smooth dough. Roll out and cut biscuits (floured cookie cutter or just cut rectangles for a small, medium or large doggie mouth), place on baking sheets with parchment paper, and bake at 350˚ for 12-18 min. Comments say since wheat, corn and soy flours aren’t the best for canine digestion, sub oat flour from old fashioned oats, brown rice flour, Cup4Cup flour, chick pea flour, barley flour, rye flour. Your doggie will thank you. Parental supervision. (Any pint-sized entrepreneurs out there??) http://food52.com/recipes/28023-peanut-butter-dog-biscuits http://food52.com/blog/10254-how-to-make-homemade-dog-biscuits
Oilo wants to wish a Happy Mother’s Day to all of the mommies out there What a great occasion for a giveaway and oh baby…it’s a good one! With nine different prizes for nine different winners, this is one you do not want to miss!Awesome gifts from MAM, Pediped, Puj, NaturalMat, Petunia Pickle Bottom, Ubbi, Babyhome, NurtureMe and Oilo that could be yours! The contest ends Saturday, May 10th. On Mother’s Day winners will be able to pick the giveaway product of their choice in the order that their names are drawn. You can earn up to 9 entries in the giveaway, one entry for each company that you “like” on Facebook! http://www.oilostudio.com/blogs/news/14013689-mothers-day-giveaway Don’t forget to visit Oilo’s blog daily for product spotlights from the giveaway, as well as special discount codes from these featured brands!
LOVELIV Fundraising and Entertainment Event Sunday, May 18th from 11am-2pm and 11am-1pm Help raise some research funding for a special little girl and her mama. Live music, bouncy houses, animal exhibits, arts and crafts, plus tons of local eateries right there on scene. All the dollars go to find a cure for little Liv. Silent Auction at Star Eco-Station 10101 Jefferson Blvd, in Culver City, 90232 http://www..mommytrain.com/events/love-liv-fundraiser/
Graduation is just around the corner and Senior Portraits are a must-have Capture that milestone in your son or daughter’s life! Schedule a memorable photoshoot for your graduating HS or college senior. Give it as a gift, plan it with them – they’ll love you for it! Perfect for on-location, we can choose your favorite natural, outdoor setting together. Current Jen’s List Special: SAVE $50! Tracie Karasik captures the personality, warmth, and excitement of a moment. She is professional, fun and easy to work with. Call/email 805.558.0188 / tracie@tlkmultimedia.com.
“Buyer & Cellar” At the Mark Taper Forum In “Buyer & Cellar” Alex More (played by Michael Urie) has a story to tell. A struggling actor in Los Angeles, Alex takes a job working in the Malibu basement of a beloved megastar. One day, the Lady Herself comes downstairs to play. It feels like a real bonding in the basement but will their relationship ever make it upstairs? “Buyer & Cellar” is a hilarious new comedy about the price of fame, the cost of things and the oddest of odd jobs. https://www.centertheatregroup.org/tickets/Buyer-Cellar/
Open Art Studio at the Zimmer Children’s Museum May 18th from 2-4pm Come to the art studio for all sorts of creative making! This program is FREE with paid museum admission, Admission $5-$8.
Rose Apple Tart for Mother’s Day http://www.buonapappa.net/apple-tart-mothers-day/
STAR’s new preschool will serve ages 2-5 and will combine the best of all that is STAR Your little one will benefit from STAR’s warm, loving and experienced early childhood educators, access to a large community of enrichment educators and a curriculum designed by a team of Neuroscientists. STAR’s innovative curriculum will include lots of messy fun, active play and pre-kindergarten skill building. It will also include an innovative brain-based curriculum to build self-understanding and awareness in your little one. Easily adapted to meet the needs of your child, the collaborative and inquiry-based program will give your child a strong foundation both socially and academically for a lifetime of learning and success. Located in the heart of West LA. http://www.preschool.starinc.org/
“An Ounce of Prevention” by Safely Ever After, Inc, Presented By MommysWithCancer.org Saturday, May 10th from 2-4 pm Seminar for any adults who care for kids. Learn about the myth of stranger-danger, recognizing “tricky people,” red flag warning signs, common tricks, safe play dates and sleepovers, the Super 10 Safety Rules for kids and grownups, and abduction prevention strategies and tips. $35/person or $60/couple, tax-deductible donation to MommysWithCancer.org. Register online www.mommyswithcancer.org, call Marta (818) 326-0675 or email marta@mommyswithcancer.org..
Welcome to Crispy Rice Burger There’s a new burger in town, but this one has two crispy rice cakes as the “bun.” Iroha Sushi, a Studio City mainstay, known for its extensive menu of everything-but- the-kitchen-sink sushi rolls, ramen, udon, teriyaki, and even filet mignon sushi, now has a Crispy Rice Burger with your choice of spicy tuna, albacore, salmon, sautéed teriyaki chicken with shitake mushrooms, filet ‘oishii’ mignon or ‘oishii’ teriyaki chicken. Each type comes with lettuce, tomato, avocado, onion, and smelt mayonnaise – all wrapped in black and white checked paper with roasted shishito peppers on the side.
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Integrative Wellness, Intuitive Readings and Energy Healing Energy Healing is a natural therapy that enhances the body’s life-force and brings health and well-being to the recipient, improving and balancing emotional, physical and spiritual vibrations. Sessions include Intuitive Readings and Vibrational Energy Healing to work through current and past life issues, relax the body, calm the emotional state and transform the spirit. 60 minute session in Sherman Oaks: $100 for Jen’s List members (reg. $110). Email eileen@intuitiveenergywork..com. |
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