Saturday May 31 2014









Discounted Fun for Kids at the Promenade Playhouse in Santa Monica


Thumbelina: A Magical Musical for Your Little Ones


Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale comes alive in this magical musical adaptation. Thumbelina is worried that she’s too different to ever fit in. But when a fairy prince flying on a bee suddenly appears on her window ledge one day, Thumbelina’s entire world opens up. Filled with pop songs that kids are bound to love, this interactive musical is perfect for young ones, and every child will receive a free musical instrument toy to keep as a memento.


Goldstar.com/Thumbelina


AND


An Interactive Pirate Adventure: A Pint-Sized Play


In this Pint Size Play featuring some of the most famous pirates in history, kids will battle the adults in a pirate-song duel and help young Jim Hawkins find buried treasure as they set out on a grand adventure with Long John Silver, Blackbeard, Princess Elizabeth and Captain Jack.


Goldstar.com/Pirate Adventure


 


 


Today in History


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


The trans-Alaska pipeline is completed. (1977)


National Macaroon Day


Save Your Hearing Day


World No Tobacco Day


 


 


World Citizen Baby Free Demo Class in Atwater Village: World Music Fun With Your Little Ones


Monday, June 9th at 11am


Join beloved early childhood music educator and kindie-rocker Ellen Kennedy as she takes you and your child on a musical journey around the world. Sing, dance, and bond with your children, and watch as they grow and develop through the vibrant songs and beats of our global community. Seven week spring semester. To register, email Ellen at missellenmusic@gmail.com.


Atwater Yoga


3191 Casitas Avenue, Suite #112  in Los Angeles


www.missellenmusic.com


 


 


The 25 Best Los Angeles Restaurants for Spring 2014


http://www.gayot.com/blog/best-25-los-angeles-restaurants-spring-2014/


 


 


Talking with Your Tweens about Puberty and Sex for Parents and Caregivers


Tuesday, June 3rd from 7:30pm-9pm


With such easy access to information through the Internet and more and more exposure to sexual content in the media, it is critical that we talk to our children early in an honest and age-appropriate manner about puberty and sex. This workshop is designed to empower and educate parents in a relaxed, supportive environment. Workshop in Santa Monica. RSVP for location to tracy@canwetalkhealthed.com or 424-835-1864.


www.canwetalkhealthed.com


 


 


Estate and Garage Sales


Sunday, June 1st from 8am-1pm


Lots of Baby Items!


18818 Vintage St. in Northridge, 91324




 


Real Princess Story Time Pop-Up


Tuesday, June 3rd at 5pm


45 minutes. All ages welcome. $15 at the door or Specialty Package. Bring your little prince or princess in for this delightful storybook adventure! You and your child will explore the enchanted kingdom led by a real princess. Storytelling, face painting, tea parties, costumes and more will help guide the way on a fantastic journey. RSVP to save your spot at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/real-princess-storytime-pop-up-tickets-11755247261.


237 Hill Street in Santa Monica


www.realprincessparties.com


www.BooksAndCookiesLA.com


 


 


Esthetician & Skin Care Consultant, Reiki Master & Teacher, Coaching Techniques to Reduce Stress


Contact Linda for individual or group skin care consulting (to slow the aging of the skin). She is also a Reiki Master…and can teach Reiki to individuals or groups. She also has a private practice for Reiki healing therapy. In addition she works with people to reduce the stress in their lives by teaching them proven techniques to stimulate our “relaxation response” and reduce stress immediately and long term…fun techniques!


www.Federmal.com


 


 


Dear Kids: We’re Not Going to Disney World. Period.


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bunmi-laditan/dear-kids-were-not-going-to-disney-world-period_b_5393898.html?ncid=fcbklnkushpmg00000037


 


 


Time For Painting & Refreshing the Look of Your House


Call for a free estimate and in house free color consultation. Repair work. Drywall, Stucco, Woodwork. Custom painting. Faux Finish. Call (818) 883-7643 or (818) 643-9550.


www.creativepaintingtechniques.com


 


 


Sherman Oaks Gorilla Baseball Camp Online Registration is Now Open


From June 16th-August 22nd


Sherman Oaks Gorilla Baseball Camp just opened its doors! This new camp offers a fun, non competitive environment for boys and girls ages 5-12. Kids learn fundamentals of baseball, play whiffle ball tournaments, trade baseball cards and do fun water activities, like slip n slide base running. Most of all, it’s a really fun camp located on the fields of Sherman Oaks Little League. All of the head coaches are managers of teams at SOLL and manage tournament teams as well.


www.sogorillabaseballcamp.com


 


 


Treat Yourself Lashes That Are 300% Thicker: Hypo-Allergenic & Water Resistant


You will love Younique’s 3D Fiber Mascara! It increases lashes 300%. It is Hypo-Allergenic. It is Water-Resistant yet washes right off! I


www.youniqueproducts.com/NicoleGrandstaff


 


 


This Necklace Fakes a Phone Call to Help Women Escape Unwanted Attention


https://www.yahoo.com/tech/this-necklace-fakes-a-phone-call-to-help-women-escape-87020474564.html


 


 


Lifeguard Services


Jamie is a certified lifeguard with lots of experience with kids. She loves kids and has a very flexible schedule for babysitting too! Email jsaevitzon@ncjhs.org.


 


 


Free Parenting Workshop For Parents of Young Children


Saturday, June 14th from 3-5pm


A free Parenting Workshop for parents to obtain some advice and a different perspective on some of the issues facing their family, including recent research in Child Development & Developmental Neurobiology. Emphasis of the afternoon will be on answering parent’s questions including using discipline vs. punishment, promoting self-control vs. parental control, effective communication, understanding behavior and how children think. Contact Erica to reserve your space Info@PresenceInParenting.com.


www.PresenceInParenting.com


 


 


Certified Massage Therapist


In her sessions she is able to sense the right healing method to benefit the individual client. Drawing from her techniques such as Craniosecral, Crystal and Energy Healing, Deep Tissue, Reflexology, and Relaxation and Breathing techniques. Through this, tension is released and energy centers unblocked. Taly has a strong intuitive approach connecting the body, mind and soul. Taly has helped to rejuvenate her clients from a variety of body weakness.


(818) 448-0552


www.healingbodysoul4life.com


 


 


Just How Big is the Markup on Movie Theater Food?


https://www.yahoo.com/movies/just-how-big-is-the-markup-on-movie-food-87128526582.html


 


 


Just Added: June Musical Theater Workshop For Those 7-14 Year Olds With Limitations & Special Needs


Wednesdays, June 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th from 6-7pm


Performing Arts For All has added a June Musical Theater Workshop for those 7-14 years old with limitations and special needs. Meets Wednesdays in June from 6 to 7pm at Anisa’s School Of Dance in Sherman Oaks. The June Musical Theater Workshop for ages 15 and up meets Wednesdays in June from 4-6pm. To sign up and for more information, contact (310) 849-9784 or www.performingartsforall.org.


www.performingartsforall.org


 


 


Summer Power Math Workout Program at the Mathnasium Learning Centers in Thousand Oaks & Oak Park


From June 16th-August 22nd


Give your children fun activities to do this summer that also meet their educational needs. Whether you want them to master the times tables, have fun with fractions, preview or review algebra or geometry – our flexible programs can be tailored to meet your child’s specific goals. The Mathnasium Learning Centers in T.O. and O.P. will offer several Power Math Workouts for grades 1-12. Prevent the summer learning loss, help them get ready for fall and see their confidence soar!


www.mathnasium.com


 


 


Custom Furniture


Beautiful Furniture’s made specially in the dimensions and the special taste you have, in a very inexpensive prices. They can make every design you like. For more information visit www.solohomedecor.com or call (818) 448-0552.


www.solohomedecor.com


 


 


Another way to make healthy food fun


Apple fries. Raw. Organic apples sliced like “fries.” Serve in a “special bowl.”


http://thewaybyelle.blogspot.com/2010/09/tip-apple-fries.html


 


 


Mud-Pie Camp: The Nursery School at WHCC


From June 30th-July 25th from 9am-1pm


Weekly Themes: Red, White and Blue, Little Scientist, Fairy tales, Under the Sea, Activities include arts and crafts, songs, games, water play, red, white and blue projects, patriotic games, experiments with Acids and bases, buoyancy, changes in state of matter, Liquids and solids, Castles, dragons, jewels, Rainbow Fish, Crabs, sharks, shells, water play, Octopus, and much more. Enroll from 2 days to 19 days. Camp fee $40.00 a day. Call Lisa at (818) 887-0704.


www.woodlandhillscommunitychurch.org


 


 


Get Cash For Your Old, Un-Wanted Lululemon Clothing & Accessories


Send in your Lululemon, no matter the condition, and WEBUYLULU will email you an offer for it. If you accept it. They send you a Lululemon gift card or cash. If not, they ship your goods back to you. It’s like found money! Over 585 Jen’s List readers have been extremely happy. Email Webuylulu@earthlink.net for details, or mail your items with a with a return address and contact information to:


WE BUY LULU


PO Box 130881


Carlsbad, CA 92013


They even pay your shipping in the month of June.


 


 


Temple Kol Tikvah Early Childhood Center Now Enrolling


Summer Camp! 4 Sessions June 23rd-August 15th
Summer Shabbat Parent and Me! 7 Fridays – June 27th-Aug 15th
Preschool School Year 2014-15! Kol Tikvah is Reform Congregation with an innovative Progressive Early Childhood Center. Schedule a Tour by calling 818.992.1960 or emailing anay@koltikvah.org.


www.koltikvah.org


 


 


Club MomMe Spring Fest


Saturday, June 7th in Huntington Beach


Spring Family Fest gives families the opportunity to experience the newest and best baby, kids and parenting products from brands like BMW of Monrovia, Britax, BOB, Chicco, Orbit Baby, Ergo Baby and Joovy. Listen to panel discussions with notables like Dr. Harvey Karp and Healthy Child Healthy World, and meet special guests like Jenni Pulos of Bravo’s “Flipping Out” and Garcelle Beauvais. Enjoy pamper areas, lounges, activities for the kids and more.  For more info and tickets: www.clubmommeevents.com


 


 


How About a Crayon Box pARTy?!


A Crayon Box pARTy is a one-of-a-kind arts and crafts party for ages 5 to adult, in the comfort of your home. They’ll bring everything that you’ll need for a creative, fun-filled experience… entertainment fun for birthdays, play dates, sleepovers, or coffee/desserts with friends. Contact Nancy Wasserman (Art Specialist-over 25 years) for more information at nwasserman@earthlink.net.


 


 


The Breakfast That Could Make You Gain Weight


www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/breakfast-to-lose-weight?cm_mmc=twitter-_-womenshealth-_-content-weightloss-_-breakfastgainweight


 


 


Major TV Production company seeks summer(July- August) Brides to be


Major production company seeks couples between the ages of 25-35 for new wedding show. Are you getting married in the Los Angeles-area in the next 6 weeks? Do you need help planning your wedding? Are you from a Greek, Hispanic, Armenian, Persian or Interracial family? To be considered, send photos and/or video and a short description of your wedding: location, size, date to CastingNow123@gmail.com.


 


 


VBS Day School Private Tours: Limited Spots Available for 2014-2015


Join a private tour of Valley Beth Shalom Harold M. Schulweis Day School! See the Day School in action, meet the award-winning faculty and staff, and see first-hand the innovative and exciting things that are happening in the classrooms, science, art, and math and technology labs. Discover a thriving top-tiered elementary (K-6) school that provides the very best place for your child to spend their childhood and develop the necessary skills for success, self-confidence and purpose. To schedule a private tour, contact Cindy Goodman, Director of Admissions, at (818) 530-4072 or email cgoodman@vbsds.org. Limited space available for 2014-2015.


www.vbsds.org


 


 


Kite Kids Theater Classes


Classes for improv and theater and every session culminates with a performance. Based out of Topanga Canyon, classes are also held in Pasadena, Simi Valley and Canoga Park. Approved and recommended by Jen’s List member Jackie Lester.


www.kitekids.org


 


 


Summer Intern Wanted: Do You Know a Social Media WIZ?


Summer interns needed for OrnaBakes-rapidly expanding LA-based food blog. Fellow “foodie” who is passionate about cooking and healthy eating-with knowledge of the Weight Watchers program-is preferable.


www.ornabakes.com/intern-wanted/


 


 


1-minute 1-serving microwave chocolate cake


Can be made GF, cane sugar-free, (nearly) fat-free. Nutrition facts included.


http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2011/11/06/one-minute-chocolate-cake/


Other single-serving desserts. Choose from Blueberry Muffin, Carrot Cake, Banana Bread, Pumpkin-Chocolate Chip, Lovely Lemon, more.

http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/chocolate-covered-recipes/most-popular/single-lady-cupcakes/