Train that puppy! Is your dog chewing, barking, digging, jumping? Most people wait until they have a problem vs. training their pooch early. Jeff Todd with Smart Dogs is a highly experienced dog trainer who also coaches you and the family on how to handle your dog while avoiding the headaches. Your dog will learn the most useful every day commands through private lessons or boarding training utilizing positive and reliable methods. Call (818) 371-1231 for an evaluation today. Ask for the Jen’s List discount.
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history Famous Abraham Lincoln quote: “You can fool some of the people all of the time, & of people some of time, but you can’t fool all of the people all of time”. (1849) Sir Edmund Hillary is on top of the world. He is the first person to reach the summit of Mt. Everest. (1953) Learn About Composting Day
Break Your Sugar Addiction Workshop LA – Today! Thursday, May 29th at 7pm at the Santa Monica Public Library Learn the tools you need to train your brain to give up sugar and be in control of your eating. Dr. Wright will show you how to make long-term thinking and behavioral changes necessary to lose and maintain your control over your eating behavior and thin body. Learn how to make cravings go away immediately, resist tempting foods, deal with trigger eating situations and end to emotional eating. Once you learn these skills you will be able to control and choose what you eat. 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.
Lakeshore Learning’s “Are You Ready For K?” Game Giveaway Developed by teachers and educators at Lakeshore Learning, “Are You Ready For Kindergarden?” is an entertaining board game complete with quiz show style math and language questions, pretend cash and more! Game includes a cool bonus feature too! More details at Beyond The Brochure. Giveaway ends tonight, Thursday, May 29th at 9pm PST. http://beyondthebrochurela.com/lakeshore-learnings-are-you-ready-for-k-game-giveaway/
Join Co+Op helping moms raise funds for schools, and rewarding shopping vacations If you are in a PTA, PFA or PFC, contact carlos@weshopforgood.com to get started today.
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.
I absolutely cannot just sit back and watch my friends and family suffer from this horrendous disease I am doing the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer for the 3rd time for so many reasons. It’s one of the most incredible weekends – when a community of many diverse people come together with one single goal – to END breast cancer. I am asking(kinda begging!) today, to PLEASE find it in your heart to make a donation – big or small – to help SAVE THE LIVES of those who so desperately need it. To make a tax-deductible contribution, click http://info.avonfoundation.org/site/. Thank you so much for your support. It means the world to me! XO, Jen
Certificate for one week of baseball camp through the Southern California Baseball Academy (SCBA) The camp takes place the week of July 21st-July 25th at West Hills Baseball. The cost for the week is $400. Certificate purchased through an online auction for $375. Asking $350 OBO. If interested, email Jens List member
Splendid / Ella Moss Warehouse Sale Friday, May 30th from 9am-4pm & Saturday, May 31st from 9am-3pm Deeply discounted merchandise with new items delivered daily from Splendid, Ella Moss, Splendid Mills, Splendid Girl, Ella Moss Girl and Splendid Littles. Cash, visa, Mastercard, and american express only. All sales are final. No exchanges or refunds Splendid Ella Moss Warehouse Sale 860 S. Los Angeles St. 11th floor in Los Angeles, 90014
The Hornet’s Nest – A powerful feature film about the war in Afghanistan It’s an unparalleled look into the lives of real American heroes! This movie is not Hollywood. It’s raw, real, and exposed. Like nothing you’ve ever seen before. The Hornet’s Nest exemplifies the heroism and courage of our military personnel who face endless gun battles, roadside bombings, and sniper fire. Mike and Carlos have embedded with U.S. Forces fighting on the front lines in Afghanistan, amidst the constant threat of the Taliban. Their journey, The Hornet’s Nest, unfolds a true story of survival not only for the soldiers, but for a father and son team who seek to re-connect under the most harrowing of circumstances. http://thehornetsnestmovie.com/official-theatrical-trailer/
Topanga Vintage Festival Two Sundays only, June 1st and August 3rd from Noon-8pm at Valley Cultural’s “Concerts on the Green”
Shop on buy The Fashion Coach mobile clothing boutique and other treasures at The Little French Flea Market Saturday, May 31st from 8am-3pm 19130 Ventura Blvd. In Tarzana(Corner of Vanalden and Ventura blvd)
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Stand aside, Pillsbury Dough Boy! Let’s make homemade whole wheat freezer biscuits. Make ’em – freeze ’em – bake ’em. Here are 3 versions: Uses 1/2 ww flour, sour cream and cold heavy cream. Not a finicky dough. Biscuits don’t rise hugely. http://www.oregonlive.com/mix/index.ssf/bread-recipes/fluffy_whole_wheat_freezer_biscuits.html Uses ww/soy/unbleached flours, butter and (any) milk. Don’t overwork dough. Biscuits have a nice rise. http://thewaybyelle.blogspot.com/2012/01/recipe-whole-wheat-freezer-biscuits.html Uses all ww pastry flour, butter, kefir (for the lactose-intolerant) or buttermilk. http://www.stacymakescents.com/freezer-biscuits
Help NEEDED with The Foundation’s Event (http://theeventparty.org/) We need volunteers to help with setting up from 9am-12pm on June 7th to help make THE Event a success! I will be there and it is so much fun watching the space transform into a beautiful setting for the evening’s festivities! Please join me – your assistance is truly appreciated! PLEASE email Kim Bauwens at kbauwens@lvusd.org to volunteer. And – THANK YOU in advance!!!
Kosher 100% Angus Beef, Grass Fed, No Hormones, No Antibiotics, Choice Beef, Hindquarter Cuts Bakar Kosher Meats provides the best quality beef available in the kosher market! Get your BBQ on with amazing striploin, tri-tip, flank steaks, skirt ( flap) steak, or savory bottom round roasts! Check it out online at www.bakarkoshermeats.com and learn a little about why Bakar beef is the very best and oh so healthy. Delivered straight to your door, fresh.
Awesome Facialist Lead Bonnie Burgess’ vision, the owner and skin care therapist of Cella Skin Care, is to marry the effective result-oriented approach of a skin care clinic with the healing, restorative, holistic feel of a luxury day spa in perfect balance. Her goal is to have each client leave feeling restored in body, mind, and spirit. Each client has very individual goals for the treatment of their skin and it is her commitment to meet these needs & exceed their expectations. She offers many different facials including Lactic Acid Peel & Diamond Peel Microdermabrasion. I HIGHLY recommend! 818-623-7333 23548 Calabasas Rd. Suite 205 in Calabasas, 91302
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The Circle of Friends Art & Science Camp for ages 2-5 yrs old at Adat Ari El’s award-winning ECC program Exciting & innovative weekly themes, with water play, science investigations, art, music, gardening, cooking, environmental studies and more. The newest advancement to the full-time program is a flexible schedule of days and times. Sign up for 3,4 or 5 days per week & any # of weeks during the summer, then bring your child on whatever day that week you choose. All counselors are their own fully qualified, super fun, and warm and nurturing teachers. Enrichment classes, optional hot lunch program, engaging environment and low ratios all contribute to the award winning and welcoming community. Email bstrauss@adatariel.org or call (818) 766-6279.
Frito-Lay and Activision Call on Fans to Help Name Next Skylanders Hero: Voting Is Open Who hasn’t dreamed of creating their own character in a video game? This goes double for landing a hero in an upcoming Skylanders game. Frito-Lay and Activision are asking fans to help determine the winner of the first-ever fan-submitted Skylanders character in the upcoming October Trap Team game. Frito-Lay and Activision announced the three finalists and through June 13th, everyone can vote for their favorite at www.fritolay.com/skylanders.In addition to naming the new character, the winner receives a $100,000 scholarship. To celebrate the upcoming Skylanders game, Frito-Lay is offering additional savings found on select Skylanders products through specially marked Frito-Lay 20-pack variety bags.
Air & Heating Needs T&S Air Conditioning and Heating has been in business over 30 years serving thevalley and city. Now’s the time to get those units serviced and filterschanged. Mention Jen’s List for a discount. Call (818) 386-0902.
40,000 items at the LA Kids Consignment Torrance Sale May 29th-June 1st from 9am–5pm 23661 Telo Avenue in Torrance 350 families are contributing over 40,000 amazing new and gently-used items to this week’s LA Kids Consignment Torrance sale. You’ll find everything you need for your kids (newborn through preteen!): clothes, toys, shoes, strollers, games, puzzles, DVDs, bikes, outdoor play equipment, maternity, furniture, women’s purses and so much more!Prices are amazing – up to 85% off retail prices. Entrance is free.
Watching kids react to the original computer will make you laugh out loud (and feel a little old!) http://www.popsugar.com/34862978
Ground Breaking “Experimental” Dating Show Seeking LA Singles Who Appear 25 Plus Looking for fun, dynamic and attractive singles, with outgoing personalities for new dating show pilot! This is an amazing opportunity to have all your fancy dates, dinners, day tips, and a mini-vacation paid for by production! $1K. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply to DatingProject2014@gmail.com and besure to include: your name, recent photos, your phone number and why you would be a great addition to the show!
Homemade Nutella Hazelnut Spread Recipe Healthy and easy hazelnut spread: thick, creamy and almost addictive. A homemade simple substitution for the famous Nutella spread. |
Thursday May 29 2014
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