LA WineFest Is Back With Tastes, Food Trucks & Demos Sat May 31 – Sun June 1 LA WineFest returns to the historic Raleigh Studios in Hollywood for the amazing ninth year in a row, with more than 500 wines, spirits and brews available to sample at this walk-around tasting event. Spend a gorgeous SoCal day outdoors enjoying celebrity chef demos, live entertainment, lifestyle exhibitors and more. The famous L.A. food trucks will be on hand, selling their specialties, and you can also attend one of the festival seminars (for an additional fee) to learn more about things like cheese and wine pairings. A souvenir glass is included as well. Tickets nearly half off at
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history “And They’re Off!” as the first Kentucky Derby is held at Churchill Downs. (1875) Armed Forces Day – third Saturday of month Pack Rat Day
Don’t miss the Round Meadow Annual Carnival and Silent Auction Tomorrow, Sunday, May 18th from 11am-5pm Incredible Games,Awesome Rides,Great Music,Delicious Food,And TONS of Fun!Do not miss this INCREDIBLE event!See you there!
For All of Your Construction & Remodeling Needs: SK2 Design/Build From ground up construction, additions, remodeling, and construction management, SK2 provides services that create and upgrade your living or working space. They combine over 65 years of construction history. Communication and team work is essential to their business. This has allowed them to have continued success in providing exceptional customer service and satisfaction. Working around their customers daily routines and keeping the construction site running smooth are just a few ways they help make your construction and remodeling projects a success. They are fully licensed, bonded and insured. They service LA and surrounding areas.”Build it once, and build it right”. Email SK2@GPBLA.COM or call 310-713-2852.
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Projects Abroad is one of the largest volunteer abroad organizations in the world Founded in 1992, we send 10,000 people abroad each year on a variety of service projects and internships overseas. All participants receive unparalleled in-country support from our full-time, professional staff to ensure that the experience is safe, worthwhile and fun. Volunteer or intern abroad in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, or Latin America. We offer overseas voluntary work placements including teaching, care, conservation & environment, medicine & healthcare, journalism, law & human rights, international development, business, and more. http://www.projects-abroad.org/
Encino Creative Kids is enrolling for SUMMER FUN May 15th-26th Ages 1yr- school aged. Many fun activities! ECK Daycare & “NOW Camp” for summer has something for everyone. They are a home based-preschool that enrolls older children that go on outings/fieldtrips during the summer. Last summer they went to: movies, beaches, Magic Mountain, Hurricane Harbor, ice skating, roller skating, indoor trampoline, bowling and swim party! They allow 5 kids max on the trips for safety & attention to all. Younger children are welcome to enjoy MANY exciting things here our preschool!
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/
Celiac Disease Foundation National Conference & Gluten Free EXPO Saturday, June 7th & Sunday, June 8th at the Pasadena Convention Center The largest gathering of its kind in the United States for patients, family members and the public to receive credible information about celiac disease and other gluten-related disorders, and to sample the latest and best in gluten-free products. 300 E. Green Street in Pasadena, 91101 http://celiac.org/get-involved/conference-expo/
Take an Aquatic Adventure With South Bay Galleria’s Kids Club & Explore the Exciting Underwater World Wednesday, May 28th at 10:30am The South Bay Galleria Kid’s Club will host an exciting Roundhouse Aquarium event featuring Sharks. This free event will take kids on a journey beneath the Ocean’s surface exploring sharks and other sea animals. Kids will enjoy learning about the mighty shark with fun crafts and artifacts, while also having the opportunity to touch live sea animals! Parents can sign their kids up by visiting Kid’s Club at the South Bay Galleria website.
Professor Egghead Science Academy is Taking Summer By Storm There’s no need to stop learning just because it’s summertime! Professor Egghead Science Academy provides interactive week-long specialized summer camp programs in Valley Village, Culver City, and Santa Monica. Not only do Egghead’s get a chance to be somewhere new and make new friends, they get a chance to learn about science/engineering and watch their own brains grow (okay, that’s not physically possible, but you get the idea). Inquire through website for price, dates, and locations. www.professoregghead.com/losangeles
Take a Step Towards Change: Personal, Parenting & Relationship Support Yael Katzman, LMFT has been working with mother’s, in a positive environment, to gain awareness into their strengths and challenge the negative thinking that is impacting them from feeling more balanced in their personal, wife/partner, home and career roles and responsibilities. Offices in West Hills and Encino, and in-home services/skype therapy options available on a limited basis based upon initial evaluation for those who have a difficulties with leaving home (postpartum, childcare, etc).
Kick Off the Summer With Free Family Fun at the Santa Monica Ocean Festival & Pier Paddle Saturday, June 7th from 8am-4pm Bring the entire family for a day of fun, sun, and ocean sports at the beach. Whether you compete or are a spectator, there’s something for everyone! For kids 8-17 years old there’s a Jrs 250m Ocean Swim, a Jrs Soft-Top Surfboard Race, and a 1K Running Race on the sand. Plus loads of free non-competitive games from 10:30am-1:30pm on the sand. Up on the pier: check out hula and live music, a pop up museum, and surf-board making demos. Truly a great day on the beach.
Tri Something New This Summer With Moms In Motion: Triathlon Teams Kicking Off Saturday, June 7th from 10-11:30am at Fleet Feet in Encino and Saturday, June 24th at 7:30 am in Griffith Park. Ever thought about tri-ing a triathlon? Join Moms In Motion’s team of beginner triathletes for bike, swim and run workouts all summer! This season we’re training for the iTRYthlon reverse triathlon in Irvine (3 mile run, 9 mile bike, 200 meter swim in a pool) in August). Moms In Motion is a fitness team for women of all ages and abilities. Visit www.momsinmotionla.com for more info.
Licensed & Insured Local Contractor Who Does Windows, Decks, Patio Covers, Paint & More A Jen’s List member is happy to share a contractor that just put in windows, a patio cover and updated their kitchen. The owner of the company was wonderful to work with. The job went by very quickly. His crew was friendly and clean. The patio cover is amazing! The kitchen looks wonderful. They made sure they did the kitchen quickly, so they didn’t have to go long without being able to use it. This contractor is highly recommend this company because from the start, the owner made everything easy, quick and beautiful. Call (818) 361-2867.
Family Day Care Has Two Openings For Infants or Toddlers Open weekdays from 8am-5pm Licensed Day Care through California State law. A unique and special Daycare that specializes in only serving Organic foods and a loving haven run by a mother and daughter team. They specialize in educating and teaching children from newborn-preschool age in the fundamentals in fine motor, gross motor, language, socialization and most importantly emotional growth. The key elements of education revolve around colors, shapes, fine motor skills, verbal commands. Call (310) 266-3218. www.yelp.com/biz/saras-day-care-sherman-oaks-2
Summer Fun at EPCC Looking for a fun and exciting summer camp for your elementary school aged child? EPCC Summer Camp in Encino has a few spaces left. Daily field trips and competitive tuition. Art, cooking, science, sports, and more. Space available for Preschool and Transitional Kinder camp as well. Call Cathleen or Anie at (818) 788-9442.
Summer Film Program at Reagan Library: Create 3-5 Minutes Documentary to Be Entered in Film Festival June 23rd-27th or July 7th-11th from 9:30am-5pm High School Students – Learn about creating story, editing, shooting film from UC San Diego Professor. Films posted on www.reagandigitalstudent.com and entered in film festival. Festival winners receive VIP studio tours. $50 off with Promotion Code Gipper. Contact reaganeducation@nara.gov.
Will Your Children Be Ok If the Worst Happens: Will They Still Go To College or Become Homeless? As a pastor who has officiated hundreds of funerals for over 30 years, Dale Johnsen knows the importance of life insurance–to protect vulnerable children if a parent dies too soon. Term life insurance is dirt cheap, and even though there is a very small chance you will die early, you need to think about the WHAT IF scenarios to protect your kids. Permanent life insurance, also, is the best way to set aside money for funding a tax-free retirement. Call (818) 620-8171 or email dmjohnsen@gmail.com.
Inspiring Women Networking Group Tuesday, May 20th at Coupa Cafe If you would like to meet other inspiring women then ..join in a fun filled night of networking.. exchanging ideas…developing friendships and lots of laughs..bring your business cards. $10 to attend, cash only. 429 North Canon Drive in Beverly Hills
Northridge Summer Camp: Learn Minecraft, Sratch, App Design Programming with Computerwisekids June 30th-August 1st Computerwisekids offers educational and fun workshops for a variety of computer programming and software classes. Each child works on their own computer. Kids learn meaningful /fun programming languages like: Minecraft, Game Design Scratch. They will be teaching Photo editing and 3D drawing too. The camp hours are divided between a healthy level of computer time and outside activities. The other activities your child will participate in are: sports, arts, crafts and science. www.computerwisekids.com/index.php/summer-camp/northridge
Diapering 101 Classes: Are You Interested in Cloth Diapering But Do NOt KNow Where To Begin? Friday, May 30th at 1pm All that you need to know to cloth diaper! No matter what the age or stage you are in as long as you still use diapers it’s not to late to sayyestothecloth. Get your questions answered, see what all the hype is about, and jump on this eco-friendly diaper solution train! Just go to www.earthbabyboutique.com and secure your spot today! Couple discount available! Tamaira from EcoCoutureBaby will teach you all that you need to know!
Club Soccer Tryouts North Valley Soccer Club is forming a new BU15 (birth year 99-00) team. They are looking for talented, dedicated, and serious soccer players to round out our roster. If you’re interested in trying out for the team, contact Coach Tony Espinoza at either 23aespinoza@gmail.com or (818) 731-8887. Training sessions are held Tuesday’s and Thursday’s at Mason Park in Chatsworth from 6-7:30pm.
Kids Interactive Theatre Ensemble is Theatre Classes, Camps & Workshops For Kids, Youth & Teens Summer Session July-August. KITE was founded in 2004 by teachers/parents Mark and Hara Lewis. “We see so many acting companies doing superficial work with children; we wanted to provide something deeper, more powerful and more authentic while they are learning the importance of working within an ensemble. We want children to leave our class with strong acting skills, unshakable confidence, great self-esteem, lifelong friends and a sense of accomplishment.”
Tutor/Homework Helper Danielle recently graduated with her Master of Social Work degree and is available for homework help/tutoring through the end of June. She has experience tutoring all elementary school grades and subjects, all middle school grades and subjects and high school History, English, Spanish and Science. She is great with helping students to study and prepare for final exams. She is located in Santa Monica and willing to travel to your home or a public location. Her schedule is flexible! Email DanielleFayeJonas@gmail.com.
Imagine you’re a few weeks pregnant with your second baby boy, and you find out you have a life-threatening form of breast cancer You could go for the aggressive treatment and kill any chances of having babies again, or you can go with a modified chemo regimen, and try to survive the pregnancy with your baby and body intact. Sharon Shimanovsky chose the second option. She went through pregnancy and chemo, and delivered a healthy miracle baby http://www.mommytrain.com/2014/04/hey-mommytrain-riders-lets-love-on-a-mama-just-like-us/ |
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