The Land of Milk and Mommy Providing breastfeeding classes, private consults, support groups, pump rentals, and baby classes in the Valley led by Chrisie Rosenthal BS IBCLC RLC. *Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes: $40 per couple Next two classes are Fri., Sept. 12th and Sun., Sept. 21st. Led by hospital breastfeeding instructor. *Private Breastfeeding Consults: FREE TO AETNA AND UHC MEMBERS! Insurance friendly. * BF Support Groups * Baby Classes: Sign up now! New sessions! Eve & wknds too! Call or text 818 216-2319.
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Free Karate Classes at Dawn Barnes Karate Kids Moms know Karate is great for developing focus, respect, and courage. So, why wait another minute? Try a FREE CLASS at Dawn Barnes Karate Kids. Even better–how about a whole WEEK of free classes! Dawn Barnes Karate Kids has been teaching kids ages 2-14 for over 25 years. Their award-winning, age-appropriate martial arts program was developed BY a mom FOR moms. It’s safe, fun, and encourages each child to try their best. Take your free classes at any of their six L.A. area schools.
Parent Education Workshop in Woodland Hills: Talking With Your Tween About Puberty & Sex Can We Talk Health Education is looking to offer this signature parent workshop, Talking with Your Tween about Puberty and Sex for only $25 pp in a private home in Woodland Hills. They are trying to select from the following dates: 9/21, 9/27 or 9/28, to make this information available to the largest possible audience. If you would like to attend select your preferred date and email tracy@canwetalkhealthed.com.
Need Video for Your Upcoming Event? Video Services Un-Limited can preserve the memories of your special day forever. They were voted #1 videographer in LA on LA Hotlist! They have been in business over 30 years; are fully licensed/insured. They are Bar Mitzvah and wedding parents themselves and know just what you are experiencing. Visit www.videoyou.com to see samples of their work. Call Maury or Elana at (818) 727-7746 for more information and to ask about the Jen’s List special, transferring your home movies to DVD.
Belli Skincare Birthday Bash Sept. 8th-Sept. 23rd Belli Skincare is proud to partner with like-minded mom and baby brands to celebrate their birthday and the full pregnancy to motherhood experience with a sitewide sale and online giveaways. Enjoy 30% off with promo code BDAYBASH30. Enter daily to win exciting sponsored product giveaways from prestige mom and baby brands. Each day a different prize and/or gift certificate will be featured from a variety of brands. On the final 2 days of the event (Sept. 22nd and 23rd), there will be registration for a Grand Prize Package, valued at over $1,200, which features prizes from all of the Belli Birthday Bash event sponsors.
Friday Parent & Me Classes For 2-4 Year Olds Creative play every Friday in a fenced in outdoor setting at Beeman park in Studio City. The class is intended to give young children the chance to play freely, express themselves through art and begin to interact with one another in a secure, stimulating environment. For parents, it is a chance to spend some time with their child and make new friends in the community. Each 4 week session costs 85 dollars. Call Teacher Debi at (818) 506-6641 or email debandav@pacbell.net.
Unlocking Your Story – Fall Writing Workshops 10 Tuesdays, 10am-1pm in Woodland Hills (start: Sept. 23rd) Uncover, Develop and Write Your Personal Story. This popular workshop is designed to explore the life experiences that have shaped and defined you. Using a variety of creative exercises and practical techniques, you’ll find the *spark* to unleash the stories that reflect the uniqueness of your personal journey. Instructor Karin Gutman Orloski, MFA, has been working closely with writers for over 12 years and often works with deeply personal material. She is also an adjunct professor at Cal State Fullerton and coaches writers privately. For full details, visit www.unlockingyourstory.com or email Karin at karin@spiritofstory.com.
KidzCity, Inc.: Educational, Play & Party Center, Fully Licensed & Accepting CCRC The only place in the Woodland Hills for kids ages 1yr-99yrs! After School Care, Parent Night out Friday’s, Extra-curricular classes, Open No school days, drop-off, Tutoring, Theater classes, Minecraft tournaments, Excel classes for adults and seniors Zumba for seniors, Chess 6yrs+, Pre-School transition classes, Hourly play, Mandarin, Visualization and Manifestation classes. Birthday Parties & Parties for all occasions. Staff are CPR and background checked video monitored in all play areas. Call (818) 887-7516.
Learn to Hand Sew & Embroider With Miss Shannon’s Sewing Classes For Children Miss Shannon’s Sewing Classes teaches hand sewing and embroidery at 20 different schools. Children can now sign up for classes at Carter Sexton Art Studio in Valley Village. This season focuses on how to sew on a button. Projects include: little baby doll in a pocket, mushroom patches, apple pillow and monkey softie. Classes are ongoing at different locations in the Valley. Call (818) 434-5789 or email shannonallbright7@gmail.com for information or to sign up.
Special Briefing With Israel Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman Monday, September 15th from 9-10:30am at the Beverly Hilton Hotel Join a special briefing with Israel Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman. For more information and to register, go to www.jnf.org/liberman. $36 to attend, advance reservations required. Due to security reasons, no walk ins will be allowed. Questions? Call Jewish National Fund at (323) 964-1400. This briefing is part of JNF’s Annual National Conference. For more information about the conference, visit www.jnf.org/nc.
Donations Needed for the Silent and Live Auction at the 60th Anniversary Memorial Golf and Tennis Classic for the Hemophilia Foundation of Southern CA Mon., Sept. 29th at Braemar Country Club in Tarzana Your donation today will send a youth to a medically staffed summer camp. For over 30 yrs, the Foundation offers summer camp to children with hemophilia or bleeding disorders at no cost due to generous donors. The Hemophilia Foundation of Southern CA is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization. Your contribution is appreciated and will be graciously acknowledged during the tournament in the dinner printed program and the quarterly newsletter that is mailed to over 2000 households. If you have any questions, call the Hemophilia Foundation at (323) 525-0440 or email correntel@sbcglobal.net.
Hate the Gym? Have no Time? Train Online or Phone or Text You can do it and Michele the Trainer can help you anyway that works for YOU. Train or coach with Michele over the phone, online and via Skype. Get motivated and fit before the holidays! Personal training, personal wellness, and healthy life coaching from Michele the Trainer! Personal trainer and wellness program expert voted Best Fitness Trainer by Los Angeles Daily News Readers Choice Award. Michele’s personal success of losing 165 pounds and keeping it off holistically since 1998 is quite inspiring to her clients. Mobile from Calabasas. Michele the Trainer can help you. Email Michele@MicheletheTrainer.com or visit www.michelethetrainer.com.
Bingo FUN-raiser Wednesday, September 10th at 6:15pm at L.A.’s BEST Pizza $20 donation plays for CASH; $10 donation plays for prizes. This month the public is invited to a benefit for Guide Dogs of America. The Chatsworth FUN-raisers play for various charities each month. No daubers needed. Door prizes. Food and drinks available for purchase. Dinner is at 6:15, followed by Bingo at 7:15. Reserve your seats at (818) 882-6437. Pay at the door. Free parking. 20926 Lassen Street in Chatsworth www.meetup.com/The-Chatsworth-FUN-raisers
Thinking About Starting a Home Based Business? For moms who want to earn extra cash: Apriori Beauty, a natural skincare company from Laguna Hills, is looking for women who want to earn money by sharing the skincare products for the whole family. The compensation package is the best in the industry and their consultants are not required to buy any inventory! Women empowering women to earn real money without the gimmicks. Contact Julia Cantu at (818) 399-8608 or mamajules@sbcglobal.net. www.useloveshare.com/juliacantu
Math Tutoring in the West Valley David Schonberger has a Bachelors and Masters in Math from UC Davis and more than 16 years of teaching and tutoring experience. He tutors all courses up through Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, and Statistics. Rate: $70/hr, 1-on-1. All sessions are at Starbucks, 6516 Platt Ave., West Hills (Platt Village shopping center). Call or text (818)620-3478; email david@thescholargroup.com.
New Monthly Membership With Marilyn Alauria Awaken your soul in an atmosphere that teaches, challenges and Guides you into action! This membership program was created to engage all the areas of your life-spiritual, relationships, goals, inner peace and explore your own intuition-so you achieve the life you were meant to live. Each Month will include challenges, recordings, live calls, Private Facebook page, expert live guest speakers, readings & as a bonus Marilyn’s brand new ebook! www.marilynalauria.com/jenslist/
All Kinds of Books Available For Children of All Ages Stacey is a consultant for Usborne Books and more. She sells children’s books for all ages.
Make Charitable Giving A Part of Your Holiday Party: They Make It Easy So You Can Make It Count It’s the season to celebrate! Get friends and family together for a party and give back to the community. The Make It Count Project supplies everything you need for a craft project that guests complete with their personal and creative touch. Afterwards, the projects make great donations to a charity of the host’s choice. They supply craft kits or work as an event vendor. Perfect for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and Holiday Parties. 15% Discount on kits with JENSLIST promomotional code.
Little Acorns Grow’s Kindergarten Class Little Acorns Grow Elementary in Reseda has 2 openings in their Kindergarten class to bring the total to 10 students. The math and literacy curriculum is specialized and designed not only to be fun, but also to work with each student at their level. Also included are art, music, theater and sports culminating in an engaging, well-rounded program the students love! The Kindergarten class has a brand new classroom and a fully enclosed, organic playground. Call (818) 779-1099 to set up a tour. http://littleacornsgrow.net/reseda.html
Free Be Safe Event For Individuals With Autism & Learning Disabilities & Webinar Wednesday, September 10th from 5-7:30pm at Chimbole Cultural Center in Palmdale Help teach individuals with autism and related disabilities how to safely interact with law enforcement officials. Attend a free “BE SAFE” Interactive Screening. Additionally, a free “BE SAFE” Webinar is available ONLINE on Thursday, September 11th, from 7-8pm PST. Anyone, anywhere can learn how BE SAFE tools can help teach essential safety skills. For additional information and to RSVP, visit www.besafethemovie.com/events/
Call for Exhibitors: Treasures and Pleasures – The Fabulous Flea Saturday, September 27th & November 8th from10am-4pm at Rancho Tapo: Lemon Park Treasures and Pleasures is an upscale flea market featuring vintage, collectibles, shabby chic, steam punk and everything in between. They will have a raffle, food, music and activities for the children. Free admission and parking. 3700 Avenida & Lemon www.lotusproductionsandspecialevents.com
Wild Women Hike in a Gym With No Walls Wild Women Hiking Club Membership Promo for Jen’s List Wild Women Hiking Social/Fitness/Adventure Club for Women is starting its Fall hiking season. Weekly weekday hikes are lead by an Adventure Guide on the most beautiful and historic trails in the area. Club membership is only $10/month, but Jen’s List members can try membership in September for only $2. Use discount code “WWHTRIAL” (discount will show after entering code). Visit www.wildwomenhiking.com to learn more about Wild Women Hiking.
Shabbat Parent & Me Class at Temple Ahavat Shalom Early Childhood Education Center Celebrate Shabbat on Friday mornings with your toddler-6 months-2 years. The TAS ECEC is now offering a Shabbat Parent & Me class every Friday morning from 9:15-10:45am. Sing, dance, paint and play in the block room. Parent discussion and Shabbat celebrations with candles, juice and challah, will be included weekly. Make new friends and leave feeling part of the warm and inclusive community. For more information call Tessa at (818) 360-2258 or email tessa@tasnorthridge.org.
Transform Your Teen’s Life With Meditation & Coaching Mindfulness and deepening awareness of who we are helps us step into the greatest potential of who we are as human beings. Give your teen the tools and chance to open up to the possibilities of what happens when the mind is trained to focus rather than ping-pong between emotions. This certified life coach and mind body medicine expert has found that the combination of coaching and meditation is highly effective in helping transform lives. Schedule a complimentary consultation by calling (310) 804-9004.
Want to Maximize Your Maternity Leave? Are You Confused About Your Benefits? You may be entitled to more income and time off during your maternity leave than you think. The information that HR supplies is often incomplete or incorrect. Milk Your Benefits will help you maximize your maternity leave, even if you don’t plan to return to work. Schedule a personalized, private, flat-fee phone consultation from anywhere in California so you don’t leave anything on the table. Contact them for more information and “like” Milk Your Benefits on Facebook for pregnancy/mom news.
Special Offer on Pilates Reformer Private Sessions Two private sessions for $100. New late afternoon group classes starting in Sept. BetterBody Fitness Pilates studio in Calabasas is offering a special on private sessions to introduce the newest addition to their amazing staff, Jennifer Hookham. Jennifer has over 9 years of teaching experience. She is a certified Pilates instructor through PMI, a certified personal trainer through ACE and a Yoga Alliance trained yoga instructor. Jennifer is opening up classes in the late afternoons Monday thru Thursday starting in September; perfect for parents of kids practicing sports at AC Stelle or Chaparral Elementary. Call Jennifer at (818) 585-6566 for more info or call the studio at (818) 224-4734 to book your appt .
Join the Faery Folke on a Fun & Gentle Quest For the Faery Royalty Sunday, October 5th from 10:30-11:30am As the audience makes their way through the forest, they actually become part of the story. The shows are for children, boys and girls, and the young-at-heart. Most of the children come in costume. There is something for the whole family in this interactive original show. The cost: $12.50. Reservations suggested. Call (818) 324-6802. Perfect for ages 2-10. Groups and birthdays are welcome.
Absolute Beginner Tap Dance For Adults Saturdays at 12:30pm Learn the very basics of tap in a fun, supportive environment. They offer Broadway-style tap dance and have classes for absolute beginners through adults. The next absolute beginner series starts 9/6. Check out our TAProbics classes and workshops, too!
Kinetic Sculpture Race: Why You Should Not Feed or Tease Your Inner Enginartist Saturday, October 18th from 10am to 3pm What if Chitty Chitty Bang Bang was real, but not pretty? A Turning Point Foundation benefit and a child of the original Ferndale CA race, it’s the strangest family safe event. Costs as little as nothing but gas and a picnic lunch, or enjoy fine dining 1/4 block away. Eat early and browse the sculptures from 12-1. “Where Art and Engineering Collide”, and over-aged children become enginartists. Keep you kids occupied all year – design, build, test and enter your own for 2015!
Lewis & Bark: Voted a Best Dog Walker in LA At Lewis & Bark they truly love our clients. They do daily pack hikes, dog park trips, private walks, boarding, and house-sitting. Let them tire out your pets while keeping them healthy and happy. Serving the Westside since 2006. |
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