Kids Rock This Summer With All Play Music provides in-home lessons and rock star concerts. Kids feel like rock stars and parents love the All Play program. Program highlights include goal-setting, achievement levels, and performances. Space is very limited and an enrollment process is required to ensure a high success rate. Mention “Jen’s List” for the following promotion: * Free Intro Lesson ($100 Value) * 10% off your first lesson package Go to www.allplaymusic.com to learn more and find out what parents are saying about All Play. Packages start at $280 monthly. Call (310) 745-4007 for more info and to reserve your slot.
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history Amnesty International Day President Franklin D. Roosevelt pushes a button that opens San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge. (1937)
Break Your Sugar Addiction Workshop – This Week Only Wednesday, May 28th at 7pm at the Beverly Hills Country Club Thursday, May 29th at 7pm at the Santa Monica Public Library Learn the tools needed to train your brain to give up sugar and be in control of your weight by making long-term thinking and behavioral changes. Learn how to make cravings go away immediately, resist tempting foods, deal with trigger eating situations and end emotional eating. Once you learn these dieting “skills,” you can always be in control. Free eating plan and recipes and a free 60 minute session to assess your eating issues and outline exactly what you need to do. RSVP to info@SkinnyCoach.com.
Got kids? You need an estate & kids protection plan Sun., June 1st from 1-2pm at A Mother’s Haven in Encino * You will learn how to completely protect your family and kids * You’ll find out how to easily name guardians for your kids. * You’ll discover how to avoid the 6 common mistakes most parents make that leave their kids at risk. Everyone in attendance will take home a copy of “Wear Clean Underwear! A Fast, Fun, Friendly and Essential Guide to Legal Planning for Busy Parents” – PLUS you’ll have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to A Mother’s Haven. This FREE legal planning educational seminar is presented by Personal Estate Planning Lawyer, Gerry Kane, who’s been guiding families for 20 yrs. Register at www.estplan.com or call 818-905-6088. Previous events have filled to capacity.
Bizzy Girls Camp For Tweens Entrepreneurship/create your own fashion line and more Girls (ages 7-12) say it’s the best camp they ever went to and they keep coming back! Girls create their own product line (fashion and more) and learn biz skills. Girls sell their products at the Bizzy Girls own pop up store on the last day and keep their money! Many of our camps are held in our own space right at the mall. Camps are Mon.-Fri., full day. Girls may bring their sewing machines. Locations from Thousand Oaks to Redondo Beach. Some camps are full but adding more.
New Dual Language Preschool & Cultural Center Opening Summer 2014 The World City Center is a new Preschool and Global Enrichment Center opening Summer of 2014. WCC is located in the West Adams area of Los Angeles and offers dual-language (Spanish/English) preschool for ages 18 months to 5 years old as well as enrichment classes for children of all ages. The Bilingual Culture Camp launches this summer from June 16th – August 1st and will take children ages 3-8 years old on a “trip around the world” in 7 weeks, right here in LA.
For a true culinary experience, Tim McGrath brings you and your guests the quintessential dining experience Catered Affairs – Come to life with taste, style & experience. Cooking Classes – Well designed to instruct in the joy of cooking. Consulting – Your needs met with distinct personalization and 40 Years of experience and knowledge. Amazing references!
Summer Survival Tips Tuesday, June 3rd from 6:30-8:30pm at Palihouse Featuring Elisabeth Röhm (Actress, Mom, Activist), Leana Greene (Kids in the House), Carley Knobloch (Forward Living), and Dr. Peter Antall (LiveHealth Online- the newest way to have a doctor by your side 24/7). The event will be moderated by Samantha Ettus, bestselling author and radio host. Join this fun panel discussion, food, drinks, giveaways, and more! RSVP by May 28th to RSVP@2momsmedia.com. 8465 Holloway Drive in West Hollywood
Surviving Divorce: Repairing, Rediscovering and Rebuilding Your Life Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30pm Divorce can be experienced as a metaphorical surgery affecting all areas of an individual’s life. Financial worries, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and low energy may lead to having less patience. The demands of daily living can become overwhelming. Sherry Warschaw, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, facilitates a 10-Week Workshop Series for women who are separated, going through divorce, or are already divorced. Contact Sherry at 818-344-0299.
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1-Day NBA Basketball Skills Clinic coming in July – Hosted by Indiana Pacers Paul George Saturday, July 19th at VAAS High School in Granada Hills from 9am-3pm Looking to improve your child’s basketball abilities? Stay cool indoors! Boys and girls ages 7-15 have the chance to showcase their skills on the court and learn from 2013 NBA All-Star Paul George of the Indiana Pacers. Focus is on Education, Shooting, Footwork, Positioning, Offense and Nutrition. Call 818-935-4506 or email dgvhsbball@aol.com for more information or to sign up.
There’s beauty in simplicity Baked apples. Reduce 2 C apple cider, dig out most of apple cores, fill cavities with cider/cinnamon/butter (opt)/brown sugar (ok alt sweetener), bake to soft. Serve warm or cold. Setting aside “simple,” optional toppings: chopped nuts/dried fruit, heavy cream, ice cream, custard sauce, (flavored) yogurt, drizzle of chocolate sauce. How about adding a few hot cinnamon candies and/or raisins/dried cranberries or cherries in the cavity before baking… https://food52.com/recipes/7944-apples-baked-in-cider About apples for eating, cooking and wine pairings. Good-looking recipe links. http://nyc.wholefoodsmarketcooking.com/blog/ Apple fact sheet: best for eating out of hand, best for pies/baking/sauce/juice, for freezing. Printable apple comparison chart. http://www.theyummylife.com/Apple_Fact_Sheet
Barely Used Sports Equipment Store Now Open in Thousand Oaks Slightly used Sports Equipment for the entire family under one roof? Consignment Sports is now open in Thousand Oaks. Cleats, Bats, Gloves, Bags, Soccer Balls, Lacrosse Gear, Surfboards, Boogie Boards, Wetsuits, Exercise Equipment, Camping Gear, Golf Clubs, Tennis Racquets, Bicycles, Kayaks, Stand Up Paddleboards, and more. Pack up your no longer used sports equipment cluttering up your garage and give Consignment Sports a call for free local pick up, or a free estimate of your gears worth. www.recyclesportsequipment.com
Social Anxiety Group Tuesday Nights at 8pm If you or someone you know suffers from social anxiety, you’re familiar with how difficult life can be. Self-consciousness and fear of being judged and embarrassment, make socializing uncomfortable and are often avoided. The most effective treatment is a social anxiety group. It’s ideal for sharing similar experiences while learning tools and working together to overcome fears. $300 for 10 weeks. “The class was amazing! I don’t avoid social interactions any more. I look forward to them.” ~ a former member
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Stress Free Parenting & Family Dynamic Management: Parenting Lunch Hour Tuesday, June 12th from Noon-1:15pm Drop in on this most helpful parenting hour with Dr. Siggie Cohen, Child & Family Therapist. Parenting is intense, constant, and extremely challenging, all of which result in stressful parenting and lack of family management. A better understanding of yourself and your family dynamic, the recognition of triggers, and the handling of day-to-day situations all become clear and manageable when you receive answers to your most pressing parenting questions.
For Father’s Day, Give Him A BioNovel™: A Truly Unique, Personal, and Heartfelt Father’s Day Gift For your Father’s Day gift, Steven Weiss-Smith will transform your stories into a BioNovel™ — a personalized book that reads like a best-selling novel. Your BioNovel™ comes beautifully bound in hardcover with a professional cover design, just like you’d find on a novel. Here’s a chance to tell your father how much he means to you and recount the beautiful memories of times together. A BioNovel™ is one of those rare, meaningful gifts that lasts forever.
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Have a Bundt pan?…or borrow one. Make a frittata. http://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Asparagus-Frittata- Make Overnight Cinnamon Buns … using homemade ww freezer biscuits? Can use alt sweeteners, raisins optional. Let your Jr. Chef help assemble. http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Land-of-Nod-Cinnamon-Buns/Detail.aspx Other Bundt pan uses? Meatloaf, cake, bread, baked potatoes, jello, Apple Pull-Aparts (let Your Jr. Chef help assemble), more. http://www.feelslikehomeblog.com/2010/07/10-things-to-cook-in-a-bundt-pan/
It’s Time to Get Organized Are you embarrassed by the state of your home? Kelly Wallace-Wilson, “Your Clutter Therapist,” is a professional organizer that can handle your messy home and office in a supportive and judgment-free way. She’ll streamline your life and help you clear out that clutter that has been on your “to do” list for so long. It’s ok to ask for help, just email YourClutterTherapist@gmail.com or call (818) 324-9600 for more information. Mention Jen’s List and get the discounted rate of $50 per hour.
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Art Making Workshops at The Arterie $25/person, including all materials. The final two AAH™ (Art After Hours) workshops before summer have been set. After these, there won’t be another one until September. Sunday, June 8th from 3-5pm One Parent+One Child (ages 5-13): Make a Father’s Day gift that’s sure to be fun! Monday, June 9th from 7-9pm: Adult-only Screen printing basics. Pre-registration is required with payment due at time of registration. No refunds after June 4th. Call or email the studio to register, (805) 379-1426 or thearterieartstudio@gmail.com.
Music Theory Workshop Wednesdays June 11th, 18th, 25th from 5–7pm Music Theory Workshop Series with Lisa Yaldezian This workshop is perfect for those who want to learn — or review — basic music theory, from note reading to the Circle of Fifths! NOTE: This series takes place over three Wednesdays. Please register for all three days to fully participate. + $15 materials fee due at the first workshop. + ages 15 and up $5 to register at www.conejoplayers.org/workshops
Downloadable Chore Charts www.parents.com/kids/discipline/rewards/downloadable-chore-charts?socsrc=pmmtw
Broadway Bouncers, Early Childhood Music Education: They Put Music Theory In Motion Big Kids (3-5yo) Tuesdays at 10am & 4pm Families (0-5yo) Wednesdays at 10am Broadway Bouncers is a specialty music program for children ages 0-5, designed by a certified teacher, music theatre professional, and mommy. Through storytelling, musical play, movement, costume pieces, props and crafts, we engage the child’s whole brain on a brand new adventure through a new show each week…infusing the fun with the basics of music theory! 5/27 “Anything Goes” week. 6/3 “Sound of Music” week. Check website for a full list of curriculum. *Now on Lankershim near 170,101,134.
Play Ball With South Bay Galleria’s Kids Club at the All New Sportball Event Tuesday, June 3rd at 6:30pm The South Bay Galleria Kids Club will host the all-new Sportball, event presented by Adventure Plex. This fun, free event will be filled with music and creative games while teaching kids the basics in sports skills. Kids will learn how to work together as a team and enjoy a fun-filled evening of sports! Parents can sign their kids up by visiting Kid’s Club at the South Bay Galleria website. This exclusive club provides youngsters with fun and educational activities. |
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