Bungalow 20: Get your fabulous on! Bungalow 20 is all about easy: A clothing concept that mixes effortless style with a painless way to shop. They are excited to present a collection that can take you from carpool to cocktails and everywhere in between. The online boutique offers great-looking clothes at a price point that will leave you feeling great about how you look and smart about how you shop. To get 20% off your order, enter the promo code “Jen20”. Valid until Nov. 1st.
Today in History National Angel Food Cake Day World Egg Day www.history.com/this-day-in-history
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Free LA Preschool Fairs hosted by PEL and sponsored by ScholarShare LA Preschool Fair: Oct. 19th from 2pm-5pm – Wilshire Boulevard Temple at Olympic & Barrington Join this fall to Meet & Greet 70+ LA Preschool Directors. This will be your opportunity to learn all about Preschool Admissions, Philosophies, Programming and Open Houses. RSVP for free at www.parentseducationleague.org and check out the updated lists of participating preschools.
Free Halloween Shows at Joy Theatre If You Show Up in Costume Saturdays & Sundays at 2pm 14366 Ventura Boulevard, 2nd Floor in Sherman Oaks Joy Theatre has 2 Halloween themed shows performed by kids ages 4-11 every weekend during the month of October. Improv, sketch and standup comedy at 2 on Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are $5 and 100% of admission goes back to the kids performing. Admission is free for kids who show up in costume!
Custom Bronze Castings of Baby & Children’s Hands & Feet: Heirloom Quality Keepsakes Better than an imprint, better than bronzing shoes… Bowfield Lifecasting Studio offers families in and around Los Angeles a unique opportunity to capture children’s’ and babies’ full hands and feet in bronze. The gentle, non-toxic molding process only takes a minute, and the final product lasts forever.
School Fundraising Program by Bizzy Girls: Book Your Fundraiser Today, Empowering Girls Bizzy Girls Fundraising Program, is a great way to raise funds for schools! Using the experience of running 25 rave-reviewed sold-out camps, teaching entrepreneurship to girls ages 7 to 14, they are now offering this exciting opportunity to schools. * Teaching girls how to run their fundraiser as they would their own business * Training workshops, products, sales materials and distribution * Girls raise money and make money * A truly Unique, profitable and educational experience www.bizzygirls.com/fundraisers.html
Add to Your Jr. Chef’s playbook: caramelized onions Another source of umami. Use caramelized onions over grilled meat, on pizza, in onion soup, with perogies, on baguette slices, on burgers/sandwiches, in salads, in pasta sauce, in onion dip, in potato knishes, over fish before baking, with splash of heavy cream as sauce for roast chicken. Takes about an hour on the stove. Can be made in a crock pot. Will keep in the fridge for a week. Caramelized onions can be frozen up to 3 months in ice cube trays or the like. Parental supervision. http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-caramelize-onions-35933
Massage Leads Half Off Massage for Moms Moms spend so much time caring for others they often forget about themselves. Take some time for you by enjoying half off your first massage session with Michelle Mangini, CMT. As a State Certified Massage Therapist with over 9 years experience and over 1000 hours of training Michelle can tailor the perfect massage session to melt away your stress. 45 minute session $20 (reg. $40) 70 minute session $40 (reg. $80) 100 minute session $55 (reg. $110) Call (805) 380-6113. AND Massage & Healing Bodywork Michelle Rozzen is a native Southern California gal with a love for healing others through massage therapy. For over eight years she has practiced massage locally and internationally on professional athletes, elite celebrities and artists, as well as doing house calls for her private clients. The massage modalities she specializes in are: Swedish, Reiki, Deep Tissue, Thai, Sports, Lomi Lomi, Cranio Sacral Therapy Massage and Therapeutic Stretching. Michelle has developed a powerful and unique ability to listen to each body and its path for healing, re-balancing and aligning. To book your massage appointment or for more information, call (818) 851-1420 or email michelle@michellerozzen.com. Mention Jen’s List and receive $20 off on your first session.
New App Helps Parents Cultivate Character In Their Children With October comes Bullying Prevention Month. Many of the aggressive traits that result in bullying are learned from the media kids consume. Parents looking to combat the negative impression media has on their kids can turn to Dawn, a crowd-sourced app which allows parents to rate apps and games in more than a dozen categories. Using a sliding scale, parents can rate apps and games based on the skills and traits they value most, encouraging traits like empathy and collaboration.
Burbank Montessori Academy Has Served Families in the Burbank Area They help each child develop:Independence through individual activities and caring for self and environment. Initiative through intelligent and free choice of activities. Self-confidence from accomplishments in activities that challenge capabilities. Self-discipline through movement-activities that absorb themselves in the work. Self-esteem from being part of a part of a loving atmosphere. Social awareness through participating in a group setting. www.burbankmontessoriacademy.com
Infant & Toddler Care: Located in Burbank on Riverside Drive Down the Street From the Disney Studio Monday–Friday from 8am-6pm Complete infant and toddler care. Daily class lessons, Music & Circle Time, arts & crafts, lots of outside play. Secure outside play area & clean indoor play area. CPR & Health and Safety Certified. Experienced caregivers. Potty Training. Homework assistance and tutoring. Nutritious Meals & Snacks Provided. CCRC, Cal Works and Government Programs Accepted. References Available. Contact Tisha at (818) 720-2555 or email wigglesandgiggles_familydaycare@yahoo.com for more information.
Cake Decorating Classes at Kake Kreations 8 Two hour classes Only *$45(supplies additional) Sign up for a half hour orientation. At that time you will learn what *supplies you will need. Schedule classes at YOUR convenience. There is No set schedule. You have a year to complete these classes. Available times are Monday-Friday between 10am-3:30pm. Saturdays are also available. Book ahead as they fill up fast! Call (818) 346-7621. 21851 Sherman Way in Canoga Park, 91303
Is Getting Organized on Your To Do List? Seize the Space knows life gets busy and as a result clutter can sometimes overwhelm our lives! For any room or area in your home, let Ronit Krancberg help you organize or de-clutter your spaces! Thus more time to relax with your family. If you are planning on moving, she also packs, unpacks or downsizes. She can also be your personal assistant to help run your errands through your hectic day. Free half hour consultation and special rates for Jen’s List. http://seizethespace.weebly.com/
Mac ‘n’ cheese canapés for kids/adults Use this recipe for mac ‘n’ cheese (cheese sauce from scratch: butter flour, milk, 2 cheeses; additions of egg yolk, heavy cream, optional mustard; ditalini) OR your family’s favorite mac ‘n’ cheese recipe, then press into a prepared 24-well mini-muffin tin, and bake, let rest 5 min, serve. Recipe testers say okay to bake in a regular muffin/cupcake size – just bake about 6 minutes more. Can be reheated or frozen/reheated. Okay to sub any small-shaped pasta, cheeses, herbs, spices, add other ingredients (like minced red bell pepper, ground flaxseed, grated carrot, minced garlic, onion, crumbled bacon). Good for morning energy, lunch boxes, after-school snacks, parties. Finger foods rock! http://leitesculinaria.com/83177/recipes-mac-cheese-canapes.html
For All Interested in the Up & Coming Trend of Barbering, a New Program is being Launched The Newberry school of Beauty is your local privately owned Beauty school that cares about students and their education. www.newberryschoolofbeauty.net
Traveling Financial Service There to Serve Your Financial Needs Notary and Loan Processing. Reasonable Rates. Fast, Accurate, and Punctual. Experienced, Licensed and well versed in loan packages. Call Michael at (818) 620-1754.
Treated Like Part of the Family Reasonable Rates/Long Term Discounts. Over 20 years experience In Home Cage Free Environment (Chatsworth). Feeding and TLC, Socialization, Exercise, Secure Home and Yard, Access to a 24 hour veterinarian and lots of ear scratches and tummy rubs. Call Susan at (818) 773-8378.
Pre-portioned fresh meal ingredients delivered to your doorstep Reviewed: Blue Apron (see p. 2), Plated, HelloFresh (sorry no West Coast), PeachDish, Home Chef. http://snip.ly/0yY0#http://www.pcmag.com/
Are You Constantly Arguing With Your Child? Do You Feel Like Everything is a Battle? Naama Cameron, M.S. can help! If your child is displaying any behavior, including social/emotional struggles (tantrums, bed-time routines, outbursts, sibling rivalry, difficulty with transitions, ect), she will meet with you and develop strategies to best help your child and family. Naama works as a support and guide while improving the family dynamic. She coaches child/family in home and assists with school challenges. Call for a free phone consultation at (818) 618-2381.
The Paley Center for Media Announces the Return of PaleyPresents Weekend Screenings in Los Angeles Only October 18th & 19that 2pm ’70s Spin-Off-Palooza. The Paley Center presents a weekend salute to classic 1970s spin-offs and the original series. Screenings: 2pm: All in the Family: “Cousin Maude’s Visit” 2:30pm: Maude: “Maude Meets Florida” 3pm: The Jefferson’s: “A Friend in Need;” 3:30pm: Rhoda: “Joe;” 4pm: Lou Grant: “Cophouse.”
Facials, Microdermabrasion, Waxing, Peels Discount to All Jen’s List Members. Located in Santa Monica. Find Maxine Farrell Esthetician on Facebook.Call 310-261-5443.
Photography Leads Holiday Portrait Session With Mia J. Photography Mia J. Photography is a sought after photographer in Los Angeles. Book your holiday portrait sessions starting at an amazing rate of $90. Get one of the most beautiful portraits of your family done this season. Limited space. Mia has been published in various magazines and newspapers and has been photographing for over 10 years. Read the reviews at http://mialovesphotography.com/praise/. www.mialovesphotography.com/holiday AND Family Portraits for the Holidays: $150 Hurry, the offer expires October 31st – there are only a limited number of spots available. Providing families with unique and beautiful holiday photos to share with your family and friends. Shoot in a park or on a beach and capture great candid photos as well as a more formal portraits.
Say Hello to a New You This Fall With Jeans That Will Make You Look Good & Feel Good October: Tuesdays from 9am–1pm and Wednesdays from 1–5pm 18317 Hampton Court in Porter Ranch Through the month of October, you are invited you to try on the same jean all the celebrities are raving about at 40% off retail Hosted by the owners of Marc Allison Jeans, you’ll be able to enjoy trying on the best fitting jeans while avoiding the busy lines of shopping malls. Try on the most popular styles like the slimboot, 70’s bell bottoms, straight leg, and skinny and new washes. Try on your next favorite pair of jeans. All styles are 40% off!
Pizza & Pajama CD Release Party for “Shine: Lullabies for Everyone” at Books and Cookies Friday, October 17thfrom 4:30-6:30pm From Disney to the Beatles, Standards to Billy Joel, this album of fresh, acoustic arrangements will successfully soothe little ones to sleep while adult listeners relax to the satisfying take on ‘kids’ music. Suzanne Jamieson Selmo is a Singer/Actress/Mom to Colette and Baby-On-the-Way. “Shine: Lullabies for Everyone is her second album”. There will be pizza, cake, giveaways! No fee. Email pr@booksandcookiesla.com to RSVP. 2309 Main Street in Santa Monica
Fun Baby Brain Games at The Pump Connection Friday, October 10th at 9:30am Baby Brain Games & Key Milestones. Bring your baby and friends for a fun brain building class where you will learn how to make the most of those key milestones and support your baby’s developing brain. * Use the 3 key aspects to healthy stimulation * Stimulate and inhibit specific primitive reflexes * Connect the left and right brain * Teach your baby self-regulation & self-soothing Call (818) 442-7737 to reserve your spot (space is limited).
Become a Happier, Guilt-Free, More Relaxed 40 & 50 Something Mom: Download 3 E-Books Free Jamee Tenzer, PCC, BCC has been coaching women for 12 years. Now she’s sharing the tips she’s learned – with you. Let go of guilt, and replace it with energy, compassion and resourcefulness. Learn to shift overwhelm to excitement and fatigue to energy. Replace stress with peace, contentment and the ability to truly “be there” for your family. Give Guilt The Boot Up With Happiness, Down With Stress So You’re 50, Now What? They are a quick and funny read! https://jameetenzer.com/happier-mom-subscribe/
MUSEtalks: Speakers Sharing Inspiration & Innovation Wednesday October 15th from 6pm-8pm Message MUSEtalks is a speaker series that welcomes speakers to share with MUSE and the greater community their stories around local, global, and green issues. Come see Dr. Neal Barnard share his knowledge on diet and how it has affected the body. http://museschool.org/about-muse/musetalks/
Curtis School “Curtiswood Fair” Welcomes All Ages Sunday, October 12th from 11am to 5pm 15871 Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles Curtis School is channeling old Hollywood and rolling out the red carpet for the Curtiswood Fair with feature-film worth carnival rides and games for all ages, face painting, arts and crafts, LA’s favorite food trucks and a silent auction with hundreds of amazing items. Parking and admission are free.
Tutor Leads Expert Math Tutoring in the West Valley David Schonberger has a Bachelors and Masters in Math from UC Davis and more than 17 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; small group rate also available –All sessions at Starbucks, 6516 Platt Ave., West Hills (Platt Village shopping center) –Call/text (818) 620-3478; email david@thescholargroup.com AND Writing Tutor Available for All Age Students: Will Travel to Your Home Former college writing instructor available to help students with writing, AP English coursework, and SAT preparation. Will work with middle school, high school, college, and graduate level coursework. Have experience working with home school students as well. Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in English. Will travel to your home! Email bleveans@aol.com. AND Experienced Spanish/ESL Tutor Now is the time to make sure your student(s) understand the concepts and get a solid foundation in their Spanish and English classes. Don’t let them flounder and lose ground. It’s so hard to catch up. Give your student(s) the extra support may need. Ellen offers private tutoring in both Spanish and ESL. Contact Ellen at nellelev2@gmail.com.
Super Sample Sale-15 racks of brand new, name brand clothes Saturday, October 11th from 9am-1pm |
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