Thursday May 15 2014









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.


 


 


Today in History


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


President Abraham Lincoln established the Department of Agriculture(USDA) (1862)


Regular airmail service inaugurated (between New York, Philadelphia & Washington DC) . (1918)


Nylon stockings hit the market for first time (1940)


“If I had a Hammer” by Peter, Paul, and Mary wins a Grammy (1963)


National Chocolate Chip Day


Police Officer’s Memorial Day


 


 


HomeShul: A Quality Jewish Education Brought To Your Home-2014-2015 Registration Starting Soon


HomeShul is a pioneer program which is exciting, innovative, and progressive. Using an Experiential, Project-Based Curriculum, students learn while having fun w/Games, Art, Music, Drama, Improv & Cooking, engaging All Learning Styles. Tuition includes Field Trips & Monthly Events. Current classes in East and West SFV & Conejo Valley. Call Rabbi Ira at (818) 486-9685 to try a class for free (thru June 8 only!) or to create your own group and bring HomeShul to Your Home! Private tutoring also available.


www.RabbiIraandCantorBeth.com


 


 


Round Meadow ONLINE Silent Auction


Now thru Saturday May 17th at 9pm


Go to https://www.biddingforgood.com/RME/ and start Bidding! Check out these amazing auction items available online. There is even more available to bid on at the carnival on May 18th.


American Idol – Finale taping on May 21, 2014 – 2 tickets


Wheel of Fortune – 4 VIP passes


America’s Funniest Home Videos – 4 tickets for show taping plus behind the scene.


The Voice – 2 VIP passes to a taping of the show


American Idol – Season 14 regular season taping (2015) – 2 tickets.


Judge Judy – 2 tickets for VIP backstage tour, seats in the courtroom, and lunch with the cast and crew of Judge Judy.  Plus autographed picture by Judge Judy.


Real Time with Bill Maher – 4 VIP tickets to a live taping and 2 adult t-shirts.


The Millers – 2 VIP tix to a taping of the Millers during season 2(2014-2015). Includes walk on role & opportunity to meet the cast, plus script & poster autographed by the cast.


The Crazy Ones – framed poster autographed by Robin Williams.


Peter Max – your picture painted as a 11 x 14 portrait on paper medium. 


Lunch for 2 people (for 1 hour) with the creator of CSI – Anthony Zuicker. 


Philip Treacy Designer Hat and book about the designer.


Polacheck’s Jewelers – $1,000 gift card.


Alexander McQueen – Britannia Studded Suede Box Clutch.


 


 


Gamebot School is offering camp to those interested in making and playing video games this summer


Gamebot School Summer Camp returns June 16th-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 3-5pm 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.


 


 


My Feather Flair Party Services for your Next Special Event


My Feather Flair is a top notch party service company providing the hottest, latest trends for your most important events: birthdays, bat/bar mitzvahs, school functions, etc.. List of services includes: green screen & party event photo booth, glitter tattoos, feather hair flair, flash tats, party lashes, mustache bash, OMG nail strips and diva nail designs, wild hair colors, glow party, masquerade masks, etc.. Themed parties avail upon request. Servicing all of LA and Ventura.


www.myfeatherflair.com


 


 


A Faery Hunt’s Mermaid Show & Fairy-Mermaid Party


Saturday, May 31st in Griffith Park


A Mermaid’s Tail Show and Fairy-Mermaid Birthday Party! With the help of the audience, the faeries and Pirate Scrappy’s map of hidden treasures, they go on a musical adventure! Following the morning performance is the FAIRY-MERMAID PARTY! A treasure hunt, fun, dancing, fairy unicorn readings, fairy face painting, one-on-one time with the Mermaid Princess and the other faeries, food and frolic. Tickets are $25 per person.


(818) 324-6802


www.afaeryhunt.com


 


 


Fantastic Sams Hair Salon in Calabasas is great!


Calabasas residents for 18 years just opened a Fantastic Sams. They are a full service salon that offers Adult and Kids Cuts, Blow Drys, Color, Highlights, Lowlights, Up-do’s, Waxing, Threading. etc. All of the stylists are friendly and very experienced and most have been working around the Calabasas area for years. As a Jen’s List member, they are offering a 20% discount on all services. Prices are very reasonable. They charge $17.95 for Adult Cuts and Blow Drys start at $25.95. Go by and give them a try.


26500 Agoura Rd. Suite 100 in Calabasas


(818)880-9300


www.fantasticsamscalabasas..com


 


 


Art, Conservation, and Candy


Did you know there’s a giant, floating trash vortex in the ocean that’s the size of Texas and ten feet deep? It’s called the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, and there are six more just like it! Learn more about the new Wyland Gallery at Hollywood and Highland Center.


http://www.mommytrain.com/2014/04/art-conservation-and-candy-oh-my/


 


 


Marso’s


Sunday, June 1st at 3pm at Zephyr Theatre


Marzo’s, the hit variety show for children, is back with another amazing lineup of professional family-friendly acts, including comedians, musicians, ventriloquists, balloon artists, and more, plus games and prizes! It’s the hilarious, enriching, and unforgettable live entertainment spectacle that no webisode or TV show can match. $8.99 in advance/$10 at the door. Suggested age range 4-11.


7456 Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood


www.marzos.com


 


 


Beach Towel Clips, beach drink holder, beach towel clip, beach towels, beach towel


BeachTacs Save You Time and Money By Holding Your Beach Towels and Drinks In Place with No Holes! The Ingenious Snap On Twist Caps and Stake System Holds Your Towels and Drinks in Place With No Holes or Ripping Your Towels! Once Your BeachTacs are in Place, Your Done! You Don’t Have to Waste any more Time Organizing Your Towels or Replacing any Spilled Drinks!


www.beachtacs.com


 


 


Valley JCC Grilling Cooking Class


Thursday, May 29th at 7pm


Even though you live in sunny, Southern California and the weather is always good, now is a great time to grill. The Valley Jewish Community Center’s cooking class will focus on grilling a delicious meal from start to finish. Join in for a fun time and a yummy meal. RSVP to ellen@valleyjcc.org or call (818) 360-2211. Cost is $60 and location will be given upon registration.


www.valleyjcc.org


 


 


Happy California Homeowner in The Bubble


http://www.kimtracyprince.com/travel/im-a-happy-california-homeowner-in-the-bubble/


 


 


Does your little one love the movie Frozen? Free Magic Show!


Friday, May 16th at 3:30pm


Earthbaby and Creative Parties for Kids will host a “Frozen Snow Queen Magic Show”! This is a FREE magic show! The Snow Queen magic show is an enchanting performance for kids ages 3-7(younger is ok). She will make snow appear, turn bubbles into ice crystals, and conjure up a snow man. This magical show is inviting for everyone, you will sing, laugh, and be amazed! Let it snow!


www.earthbabyboutique.com


 


 


Your Jr. Chef can make Pasta Salad with Grilled Corn and Broccoli


Now that we’re beginning to use our backyard grills, and with grownup help, grill corn and broccoli, cut kernels when cool, combine with 1 lb any twisty pasta, black olives, parsley and bottled vinaigrette. Top with Parm shavings, and serve. Vegan. Parental supervision.


http://www.kiwifaves.co.nz/recipe/pasta-salad-with-grilled-corn-and-broccoli/


 


 


Your Public, Charter or Accredited K-12 School Can Win $100,000 in 3 Easy Steps


1. Enter the name of your school.


2. Watch the Earth to Echo trailer.


3. Vote on your favorite poster image.


The school with the most votes wins $100,000. Plus your vote will help determine the fan favorite “Earth to Echo” special edition poster. Don’t miss out on this incredibly easy and fun way to help your school earn money. Sponsored by Relativity Studios/Great Schools. Contest is subject to the Official Rules.


www.echopostercontest.com


 


 


$25 Spring Cleaning Discount For a Chimney Inspection & Cleaning Service


Call & Save Money Is Your Fireplace A Fire Hazard or Does It Have A Foul Odor? AAA Chimney Sweep & Fire Protection Co is offering Jen’s List Members a $25 Spring Clean Discount for their dust-free, professional Chimney Inspection & Cleaning Service! (expires May 31) Mention This Ad For $25 off. Also, $40 off Dryer Vent Cleaning Service. Family owned/operated since 1977. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Licensed & Liability Insured. Named “Best In The Southland” – KBIG-FM. BBB A+ Accredited!


(800) 287-2348


www.MrChimneySweep.com


 


 


Music Lessons


The Vocal Station: Learn To Spring Properly & Have a Blast While Doing It


Record Professional Demo Singing Lessons~Recording Studio~Expand Vocal Range, Power, Confidence Have fun singing, while learning to use your voice correctly, without strain. Increase your range, performance and confidence. Prepare for auditions and sing like a pro. Learn three placements of your voice and sing with style. Opportunity to record a radio quality professional demo. Visit “The Vocal Station” at www.thevocalstation.com to see all services offered and recording samples. Call Tammy at (818) 822-7228.


www.thevocalstation.com


AND


Private Music Study In Your Home


Piano – Voice – Guitar All Ages / All Levels Classical – Pop – Jazz – Show Classical Training – Repertoire & Exercises Ear Training – Sight Reading & Singing Build Song List Exploration of your original composition Home Based Recording Work With Ease in the Comfort of Your Home Malibu/Palisades/Brentwood/Santa Monica Mar Vista/ Venice/ Culver City Enthusiastic teacher with over 15 years experiences specializing in performance, music therapy and ASCAP/SAG/AFTRA/EQUITY. Call (310) 390-1969 or email conpassionemusic@earthlink..net.


 


 


Anaheim Restores Packing House: OC’s First Food Hall


Saturday, May 31st from Noon-10pm


The Anaheim Packing District proudly announces the Grand Opening of the highly anticipated, newly restored Anaheim Packing House, a community gathering place and OC’s first food hall celebrating its rich agricultural history. To celebrate the culmination of a decade of restoration and the repurposing of this 1919 citrus packing house, the Anaheim Packing District is hosting a Grand Opening festival free to the public.


440 S. Anaheim Boulevard in Anaheim


www.packingdistrict.com


 


 


Get Paid to Help People


Do you want to get paid to help people reach their fitness and wellness goals? Are you a people person? Are you Coachable? Job description:


Helping yourself and others to…


– Lose Weight


– Gain Muscle


– Increase Energy


– Increase Stamina


– Improve Athletic Performance


– Improve Appearance of Skin


No experience necessary. Fully compressive training provided. Contact Lauren Pearl at (310) 999-5139 or email lauren@pearlconciergeservices.com.


www.pearlconciiergeservices.com


 


 


Art Event at Viridian Art Academy in Tarzana


Saturday, May 17th


Viridian Art Academy has something for everyone… Wine & Painting Night this Saturday. May and June events include: Teen/Adult Figure Drawing, Pizza & Art Night(age 6 and up), Teen Art Social, Summer Art Camp, Art Birthday Parties. Join the “3rd Anniversary Party and Student Art Show” on June 7th, it is a free community event of food, music, art workshops.


(818) 774-0775


www.ViridianArt.com


 


 


Join the June Musical Theater Workshop For Those With Special Needs & Limitations


Wednesdays, June 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th from 4-6pm


Anisa’s School of Dance in Sherman Oaks June Musical Theater Workshop for those with special needs and limitations.*DANCE*ACT*SING* selections from your favorite Hollywood Movie Musicals. Presented by Performing Arts for All. FEE: $25/class, $100/full workshop. To sign up, call (310) 849-9784 or visit www.peformingartsforall.org. PAFA is a 501c3 under the fiscal sponsorship of Dance Resource Center.


 


 


Taking a Disney Cruise With a Baby


Are you considering taking a Disney Cruise with your baby? Certified Baby Planner and mom of 3 recently sailed and offers in depth information to have you all set for your dream family vacation on her blog!


www.pregnantandpraying.com


 


 


Summer Camp, Lots of Fun: Children’s Theatre & Improvisations Classes with ACT


Established 1980 All children ages 6 – 15 are invited to join the Agoura Children’s Theatre, Est. 1980. Theatre and Improvisation summer classes are offered both in morning and afternoon sessions. Children receive individual attention, learn about theatre, acting and teamwork. $50 discount with early registration for both sessions. $25 discount with early registration for single sessions. Small class sizes, limited space available. Call (818) 225-1459 or email susan@agourachildrenstheatre.com to reserve a spot in ACT.


www.agourachildrenstheatre..com


 


 


Dali’s Child Daycare is Enrolling Infants, Toddlers & Preschoolers


Located in a peaceful residential neighborhood in Sherman Oaks. A safe, clean and cozy home-like setting. ”Learn through play” based creative environment. Loving, caring staff, all CPR/First Aid certified. Various learning activities, arts and crafts, music, dance. Nutritious home-cooked meals and snacks. Operated by Dali who has 16 years experience working with kids. They are open Monday-Friday from 8am-6pm. Call (818) 788-8785, (323) 788-1024. #197418379.


 


 


St. Martin-in-the-Fields (Winnetka) Registration is Open for Fall 2014


A Hidden Gen St. Martin-in-the-Fields is a vibrant community of students, faculty, families and friends. St. Martin’s offers a wonderful education to children from preschool through 8th grade. The education at St. Martin’s not only includes a traditional academic program but also offers a comprehensive enrichment program with art, computers, performing arts, religious instruction, Spanish, physical education, library, and field trips. Call (818) 340 5144 or visit www.stmartinsschool.org.