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CHA, an independent school for students in PS-grade 8, Admissions Open House Sunday, October 26th at 1pm Come see why CHA is right for your child: *Emphasis on inclusion and collaborative learning *Small class sizes with differentiated instruction *Inquiry-based projects make learning relevant *Safe, 16-acre campus CHA grads enter the highly selective high schools of their choice To RSVP, visit www.chaschool.org or call the admissions office at (818) 998-4037 ext. 275.
Today in History The United Nations came into existence. (1945) Anna Edison Taylor is the first person to survive going over Niagara Falls in a barrel. (1901) National Bologna Day United Nations Day www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Babysitter, Housekeeper & Nanny Leads http://jenslist.com/2014/10/23/los-angeles-nanny-list-housekeeper-babysitter-leads-oct-8-23/
2 tix for the Phish concert WAY below face value Tonight, Fri., Oct. 24th at 7:30pm at the Forum Section 225, Row 2, Seat 12 Section 225, Row 2, Seat 13 Total Charges: $153.60($76.80 each) – willing to sell for $40 each tix, total $80. Email sfvmom@gmail.com.
Cat Owners/Paid To Try New Cat Litter Looking for outgoing, articulate women, 28-49, who own, and LOVE at least one cat! If you qualify, you will be given an excellent new cat litter to try for 2 weeks. You will be paid $75 to test product and give your opinion. In addition, some woman may come to an in person interview for $150. Email Nancyspeople123@aol.com, give your name/age/phone/photo of you and your cat, type of litter you use. Users of Tidy Cat, Cat’s Pride, Scoop Away, Fresh Step, Hartz or Private Label only.
SERVIZ Home Services On Demand Will Donate To Breast Cancer Research in October for Every Jen’s List Appt Booked SERVIZ is an innovative iPhone App and website for handyman, carpet cleaning, appliance repair, electrical, and plumbing services. They have low, upfront prices; with same day service, custom appointment times from background checked, licensed, insured, and reviewed professionals. You receive status alerts via text with exact arrival times. Estimates and payment are all on an iPad. With the SERVIZ App, you can even schedule in just seconds! Use Promo Code: JENSLIST. This promo is a $50 Credit for you too! A Jen’s List member recently wrote the following review of SERVIZ, “Simple scheduling process. Came on time. Did a great job.”
Free Thai Stick Fighting Class at Yahoo Park Saturday, Oct. 25th Bring water and comfortable cloths. Call John for more information at 310-630-7357. 2501 Colorado Ave. in Santa Monica, 90404 – Free parking in structure
Tanner Project Foundation is in memory of Tanner Longstreet who died last year of a Glioblastoma at the age of 11 The Foundation, which was founded by Tanner’s Mom and Grandpa, has launched their website – www.tannerproject.org. The Tanner Project has partnered with the J. Craig Venter Institute (www.jcvi.org) in La Jolla, California. The purpose of the Tanner Project at JCVI is to monitor individuals, who are predisposed for hereditary diseases, for very early signs of these diseases. Take a moment to learn more about what this amazing Foundation is doing.
Sierra Canyon School Information Events Wednesday, October 29th from 7-8:30 pm in the Oaks of Calabasas Thursday, November 6th from 7-8:30 pm in Bell Canyon Thursday, November 20th from 7-8:30 pm in Indian Falls Estates These events will enable prospective parents to learn more about Sierra Canyon’s top-rated academic program, faculty, facilities, and more. Coffee and desserts will be served. RSVP to Debby Shively, Associate Director of Admission, 7-12, at (818) 882-8121 ext. 311 or at dshively@sierracanyonschool.org. Address information will be provided upon receipt of RSVP’s.
TalkBeat’s 10 weeks music classes for music, dance, arts, learning and more Mondays/Tuesdays TalkBeat is a Music Class for children from 12 months-5 years. The classes are created and led together with a Music Therapist and a Speech Therapist. These classes not only work on music, but all aspects of speech and language development and socialization. What’s even better is that they encourage mommies and daddies to join the classes and enjoy their special time with their child/children.
Original BedBug From the soothing sound of a parent’s voice saying “good night” or “I love you” to your child’s favorite story read by Mom or Dad, your little one can simply squeeze one of the BedBug’s satin feet to hear your voice whenever they need it most. The Original Bedbug can be recorded with up to three personalized messages – two20 second recordings, perfect for saying goodnight or good morning, and a 3 minute recording, perfect for your child’s most read short story. You can change the messages as often as you’d like, too! The Original Bedbug is made of soft, plush materials and comes in recycled packaging.
First Words: Q&A With 2 SLPs Monday, November 3rd from 11:15am-12:45pm 12 to 24 months is an exciting year for families, as babies begin to express themselves verbally for the first time. It’s a period of discovery not only for babies finding their own voices, but for parents becoming aware of just how much their children are capable of! Come join two SLPs who are moms, for a question and answer session in a relaxed environment. Topics may include: -strategies for language learning -bottles/sippy cups/pacifiers and early feeding -bilingual language development www.echospeechtherapy.com/parent-workshops/
Pink Chicken Pumpkin Decorating Parties Tuesday, October 28th-Thursday, October 30th from 3-5pm Pink Chicken is really excited for Halloween and, to celebrate, they are throwing a series of pumpkin decorating parties! Please bring your family and tell your friends to celebrate Halloween. Come decorate pumpkins(Pumpkins and decorations provided!). 1524 Montana Avenue in Santa Monica, 90403
DIY Hot Pepper Jelly Recipes using combinations of jalapenos, red/green bell peppers, habaneros and/or serranos and discussion about ingredients, shelf life (sealed and opened), more. Comments: re glass jar canning, “it’s definitely easier than it sounds,” “pour Hot Pepper Jelly over a block of cream cheese and serve with tortilla chips/crackers… it disappears quickly!” http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/279661
The Happy Sleeper Gives the topic of baby sleep a fresh perspective. Our approach moves beyond old school ideas like “sleep training”-it’s grounded in research and shaped by new thinking. The Happy Sleeper gives you a clear, easy-to-follow system for transferring the role of independent sleep to your capable child, as we’ve done for thousands of families in our clinical practice.Your child wants to sleep; and with the right patterns in place, her natural abilities will surprise you. Kids who sleep well are happier, healthier and better learners. You will feel the ripples of this everywhere.
Black Friday Child Care at KidzCity For Ages 4 to 13 Years Old Thursday, November 27th from 11pm to 8am Friday, November 28th from 9am to 3pm Black Friday Shop Until You Drop while KidzCity, Inc. watches your kids. On Thursday night, it’s pajama night so bring your sleeping bag. BLACK FRIDAY SHOP! SHOP Until YOU DROP KidzCity,Inc will watch your kids! 1st child $15/per hour. Siblings $12/per hour (minimum 3 hours). Daily rate available for $55, sibling $45. Featuring Wii, X Box, Computers, Bingo, Rock Band, Karaoke, Just Dance, Minecraft, Movies, Toys, and more. Video Monitoring in all play areas. Call to reserve your place, (818) 887-7516.
Kids Eat FREE when Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood hosts “does your child look like a rock star?” Contest Hard Rock is rolling out the red carpet for its youngest rock stars to show off! To celebrate the launch of the new Hard Rock Roxtars™ program, Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood on Hollywood Blvd. (6801 Hollywood Blvd #105, Hollywood, CA 90028) host a “Does Your Child Look Like a Rock Star?” contest on Sunday, October 26th from 12-1pm. Children up to age 10 are encouraged to come to the cafe dressed in rockstar apparel to take to the Hard Rock stage and participate in a costume contest for a chance to win prizes. Additionally all day, all kids, in costume or not, will receive a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entrée.
GF Multigrain and Fruit Muffins To dry ingredients (chickpea/tapioca flours, corn starch, spices, berries, grated carrot) add wet ingredients (mixture of mashed banana, eggs, oil, OJ), spoon into greased muffin tins, and bake about 15 min. Makes 2 dozen (½-ing recipe okay). http://www.thesweetbeet.com/gluten-free-muffins/
Oh No! Is Your Summer Tan Starting to Fade? Get Glowing For the Holidays Louise uses the #1 solution on the market with 100% natural and beneficial ingredients customized to your individual skin tone. You will have a healthy and lovely glow within 20 min. Teeth and eyes will appear whiter and say good bye to tan lines, stretch marks, cellulite and many other skin conditions. No odor, No streaks, No orange. Studio is located in West Hills and mobile 7 days a week. Call or text Louise Cole at (818) 281-2569. Don’t put away your short sleeves, skirts and dresses just yet! http://glow-n-go-airbrushtanning.com
An online store is in need for a person to organize clothing lines, shoes, accessories, and toys by size and brand. A second job is available if said person knows how to use Pinterest, Instagram, facebook, and twitter in order to use it to promote the online store. Please don’t apply if you are not able to do all of the tasks.
Song Squared: Discover the Music Within You It’s easier to learn music when you’re creating your own. It’s no longer practice-it’s passion! Song Squared provides an instant connection to your creativity, with programs tailored for all ages and experience levels. They put the “play” back into learning to play. Founder Dave Christensen has earned the trust of numerous TV shows, films, and The Walt Disney Company for the quality of his work. Most importantly, hundreds of parents and students have come to know Dave as a passionate educator.
99 texting acronyms and phrases every parent should know http://coolmomtech.com/2014/07/texting-acronyms-and-phrases-parents-should-know/
For families looking to get in the Halloween spirit, visitors to Beverly Center can delight in the World of Wicked Now-Nov. 2nd Just in time for Halloween, experience things such as, walking through Glinda the Good Witch’s bubble, viewing the “Behind the Emerald Curtain” museum display and taking a photo in the land of Oz.They even have the original costumes from the production on display! Additionally, more than 25 retailers are participating in the “Passport to Oz” program, offering special Wicked themed gifts, discounts, and fun experiences. For example, Sephora is doing mini-makeover consultations that will transport you straight to OZ with three themed looks to choose from: The Glamorous Glinda, The Magic of a Red Lip, and The WICKED Winged Liner.
The Ultimate Children’s Design Resource Project Nursery is all about showing real parents how to take charge of their own design and decorating projects. In the spring of 2008, moms, business partners and design enthusiasts Melisa Fluhr and Pamela Ginocchio started ProjectNursery.com. Since then, the site has evolved into a leading resource dedicated to baby’s 1st room & beyond. Updated daily, ProjectNursery.com offers readers a rich photo gallery of projects submitted by parents & designers, hip finds for the family home, do-it-yourself crafts, clever party ideas, expert design tips, fabulous weekly giveaways and much more! http://shop.projectnursery.com/
Saturday Shopping Soiree Santa Monica featuring local designers + artisans with one of a kind goods Saturday Oct 25th from 2-8pm Monthly popup at various spots in the Venice/Marina /Santa Monica area featuring a curated selection of established + emerging designers, small batch and hand made goods. Free gift bag loaded with goods from participating brands given away at event. Oct 25th details: Live music performed at sunset by a local singer (6pm). LOCATION Vital Hemp Clothing Store 2305 Main St, Santa Monica, 90405 Wine and refreshments. Come meet new friends, support local designers. Future dates are Nov. 22nd & Dec. 13th.
Garage/Estate Sales Kids stuff, house stuff & Lemonade Stand October 25th from 7am-1pm – no early birds. 20746 Haynes St. in Winnetka, 91306 AND Large variety of items for sale Saturday October 25th at 7am Mostly kids items. Also selling electronics, furniture, sports equipment, and household items. 6464 Newcastle ave Reseda. Cross streets Victory and Lindley AND Friday, October 24th and Saturday, October 25th from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM * Couches, Tables, Armoire, Hutch * Pictures & Original Movie Posters * China, Crystal & Serving Pieces * Sophisticated Antiques * Clothing * and more 5401 Zelzah, #118, Encino, CA 91316 AND Sample Sale – Mens/Womens/Kids brand new, name brand clothing – 90% OFF Retail Saturday, October 25th from 9am-1pm 15 racks of fantastic clothes for a tenth of the price at the mall! Pick 5 pieces for $20! Styles in stores now! Questions? Email Michellesells77@yahoo.com. AND Brand New Pierre Petit bassinet Quilted pink and white islet lace with matching canopy, pillow and blanket. Also includes white bedding. Priced to sell at $50. Contact Arlene at akehela@pacbell.net. AND Girls White Bedroom Furniture for sale Gently used bedroom furniture. Twin size headboard with Sealy plush mattress, box spring and frame. Dresser with detachable shelves. Hand painted desk and chair. Email wsaltzburg@yahoo.com for photos and details if you are interested.
MAM is Celebrating Mummy’s Little Pumpkins This Halloween With Limited Edition Pacifiers These fun Halloween motif pacifiers feature a curved shield allows the pacifier to sit comfortably on baby’s face and the MAM Ultra Soft Silicone Nipple allows for the pacifiers to stay comfortably in baby’s mouth due to the anti-slip texture. Other features include symmetrical nipple ideal for baby’s jaw development, textured surface and multiple small openings on the pacifier shield allow air to circulate and baby’s skin to breathe. The pacifiers come in a convenient storage case that is reusable and can be used in the microwave to sterilize pacifiers. Recommended retail: $7.49 (two pack of pacifiers). www.shopmambaby.com/pacifiers-1/halloween-6-months-pacifier
RivaBella & Chef Luigi Fineo Launch New Sunday Supper Menu ($25): Starting this Sunday West Hollywood’s Italian dining destination, RivaBella and Executive Chef Luigi Fineo debut a new three-course prix-fixe Sunday Supper menu ($25 per person), featuring rustic, yet modern Italian fare with a two person minimum. Inviting friends and family to indulge in the tradition of Italian-style communal dining, the new supper menu offers a variety of dishes from more nostalgic renditions-like the house made Lasagna Nonna Elvira and Cavatelli (derived from the chefs’ family recipes)-to modern interpretations like the Baby Kale Salad.
Little Miss Organized Does More Than Just Organize Sandra Wakashige is a professional organizer, member of NAPO, life and family living coach, young student tutor. She has experienced life skills, does homework and is a chore educator. She is highly experienced with special needs children and their families. Household manager. Email Sandra@littlemissorganize.com or call (818) 428-0758.
HomePay It can provide helpful nanny tax tips, including the qualifications for tax breaks ($1,900 paid in a calendar year), common mistakes (household employee vs. independent contractor) and debunking nanny tax myths. They can also give insight into the most unknown laws surrounding household care, like paying overtime.
Do You Have Garage Envy Because Your Garage Doesn’t Measure Up? Don’t Agonize About It, OrganizIt! OrganizIT! is one of the fastest growing garage organization companies in Los Angeles. OrganizIT is a full service garage organization company, with a level of professionalism second to none. OrganizIT can help you with; Overhead storage racks, Slatwall wall organization systems, Full line of heavy-duty, garage cabinets, Garage flooring; interlocking garage floor tiles and epoxy flooring, Full line of accessories; hooks, shelves, baskets, Garage lighting options and more. Call OrganizIT at (818) 232-7683 or click www.organizitco.com, for a design consultation.
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