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On the first Friday night of each month, come on over to Temple Adat Elohim for “Tot Shabbat” You don’t have to be a Temple member. This evening is for everyone young…and even older! It is a wonderful way to introduce your pre-school thru K children to the joys of Shabbat, with music, songs, and prayers especially geared for kids. Tot Shabbat services are from 6:15pm-7pm. Then you are invited to stay for a special kid Oneg Shabbat with delicious treats and lemonade. For more information, call 805-497-7101 or click http://www.adatelohim.org/ECC-Up-Coming-Event-s/27631.htm.
Today in History Bingo Month Write a Friend Month Eat a Red Apple Day World Aids Awareness Day Sherlock Holmes appeared for the first time in print in “A Study in Scarlet.” (1887) In Montgomery, Rosa Parks is arrested for refusing to give up her seat in the front section of a bus. (1955) www.history.com/this-day-in-history
I want to thank all of the amazing Jen’s List sponsors Because of their support, I’m able to share all the great happenings around town. To thank them, and to encourage any new businesses that would like to reach families across the LA area, here is our version of a Cyber Monday Special! Book Two Top Spots on Jen’s List, and you’ll get a Third Top Spot, plus another two Silver spots, for Free. That’s $395 in Free Sponsorships! You can see the details at http://jenslist.com/sponsorship-specials/, and thanks again for your support.
New “Parent & Me” Classes at Temple Judea Early Childhood Center Temple Judea ECC Parenting Center is offering “Parent & Me” classes for the Spring Semester! Parents and children from 6 wks-24+ months can find wonderful, supportive classes that provide creative and joyful experiences to share together. New class for children with special needs and their parents! Toddler and Beyond is a chance for parents and children to experience school in a developmentally appropriate, nurturing atmosphere. Spring Semester begins Jan. 26th! Call TJ ECC at 818-342-3840.
Vita Perfetta Party Services for your Next Special Event They Create. You Celebrate. Vita Perfetta is a top notch party service company providing the hottest, latest trends for your most important events: birthdays, bat/bar mitzvahs, school functions, etc. Featuring: Krome Body jewelry inspired temporary metallic tattoos, tattly tats, charmsies, party lashes, photo booth, message bracelets, hair flair, id tags, etc. Themed parties avail upon request. Servicing all of LA, Ventura & San Diego.
Play and Grow Smart-er Tips Nancy Pyne-Hapke, author of “Play and Grow Smart, A Guide Supporting Brain Development, Birth through Five,” has been giving tips to aid your child’s optimum skill development through proactive neuroscience-based activities weekly since 2010. These ideas come from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books. “CREATIVITY” involves imagination, ingenuity, invention/originality, creative thinking, dramatic/visual/musical arts. THE “CRITICAL WINDOW” during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for CREATIVITY is 1 – 4 years with lifelong expression. The more opportunity children have to experience healthy, positive and nurturing Creative experiences during this critical period, the more efficiently their brains will work over the long run. FORMS of creativity: 2- and 3-Dimensional ART, Written/Spoken LANGUAGE, MOVEMENT / MUSIC using the body, Imaginative-Pretending FANTASY. Some general CREATIVITY: ART tidbits: * FROM 18 months, ..visual and tactile sensory material (paint, play dough, crayons, chalk) encourages eye-hand coordination and supports color-awareness. ..let him scribble and mix colors. ..supervise so he knows the APPROVED place for art – guide him AWAY from walls, sheets, the floor. * WATER IS fascinating – bathtub play: ..pour and splash with plastic cups and scoops. ..experience what bath sponges can do. ..use a brush on bath tiles with watercolors or ‘shaving cream bath paint’ (Google DIY). ..finger-paint in the bath followed by a real bath. ..watch what happens when she chases around a colored ice cube (food coloring) in the tub. Good for “pink day” or “blue day” or “yellow day.” (It’s harder to get real foods in those natural colors for “color days.”) ..no matter how much water is in the tub, always stay with him. Next week – “Creativity: Art, pt. 3” msmarm@roadrunner.com
Early Tuition Deadline Approaching Fast at Canyon Creek Summer Camp Give the gift of camp to your kids for the holidays, guarantee your spot for another great summer at the Creek, and save some cash to treat yourself to something good! You have until January 15, 2015 to save big bucks off of camp(does not guarantee that space will still be open in your preferred session). Currently, they are on pace to break last year’s record-breaking total of campers so parents who have traditionally waited until the January 15th deadline to register may find that even more sessions are full. Sessions 3 and 4 (including CIT’s) are FULL with waiting lists; Session 2 is more than 50% full; and sessions 1 and 5 are well-ahead of last year’s pace.
Happy Holidays from Cella Skin Care in Calabasas For a limited time, buy the new “Cella’s Special Blend Holiday Package” printable gift certificates for all the special women in your life with a credit card for just $95 (reg. $150)! This luxurious facial includes microdermabrasion, enzymatic peel, ultrasound, and plenty of sublimely relaxing massage…all with an add-on of concentrated LED Light Therapy to target your skin’s specific needs. The perfect facial for all skin types! Relaxation, Renewal. Results! You can even print instantly from your computer or email to your friends and family! I HIGHLY recommend Bonnie. Best facials EVER! http://www.cellaskincare.com/specials/
Story Time in the Lobby at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village Fridays and Saturdays, from December 5th-20th at 4:30pm They have joined forces with some amazing Elves this winter season! Hotel guests of all ages can go to the Concierge and an Elf will read the traditional story The Elf on the Shelf, along with a second holiday favorite, such as Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer, A Charlie Brown Christmas or Happy Hanukkah, Curious George. Complimentary for Hotel guests. http://www.fourseasons.com/westlakevillage/
December 30Days 30Minutes Weight Loss Fitness Challenge Lose the belly bloat after your first week! Registration is now open for LA’s favorite (and mine) personal trainer and nutritionist, Kellie Blackburn’s popular plan. Jen’s listers report losing up to 12 lbs in just one month. Start the year off right and sign up today. You’ll receive 30 days of custom menus, including a handy grocery list, and 30 minute workouts you can do at home with little to no equipment. Kellie is your coach throughout the 30 days. She really cares about your success. It’s like having your very own personal trainer and nutritionist for just $85. Fill out your questionnaire and start your custom plan at www.30days30minutes.com.
Consciously Cool Chick is ready to serve you with Unique Hot (Towel-Combo) Yoga Mats and Inspirational Apparel Consciously Cool Chick, designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes fun, multifunctional, inspirational products that promote and empower women. Camille Enkeboll’s vision artwork provides women with light-hearted reminders in a way that is fun, functional and easily shared with others combining stylized art with inspirational messages on products that promote & empower woman to achieve direction, success and happiness. From yoga mats to activewear and more “Inspiration through art on everyday products” is the ultimate quest. Their customers believe in health and wholeness &seek out eco-friendly solutions and are socially aware of the world around them.
Shop 25% off SITE WIDE at Little Dudes Only Promo code ROBOT (exp 12/1/14). Stock up on amazing prices with your favorite brands – Appaman, Chaser, Mini Shatsu, NUNUNU, Monster Republic, Joe’s Jeans, Trunk Ltd., Splendid and more! Offer not valid on SandBox Rebel brand.
Ilan Ramon Day School’s Holiday Boutique Tuesday, Dec 2nd at the Agoura/Calabasas Community Center With over 40 great vendors, this is an easy way to get your holiday shopping done or pick up some great items for yourself. Entrance is free!
JANUARY Annual Sales Most people know about after-Christmas-sales with savings of 50%-90% on cards, decorations and candies. Keep cards in a box with a small freshener and they will look brand new next year. In addition look for substantial discounts on items that were hot sellers at Christmas time such as winter clothing, cookware, kitchen gadgets, housewares, rugs and toys. You may find these on the closeout shelves. TYPICAL JANUARY ANNUAL SALES: Annual white sales; stock up on linens, sheets and towels. MAJOR PURCHASES TYPICALLY ON SALE in January: Appliances, furniture. FRUITS AND VEGETABLES: avocados, broccoli, cabbage, celery, collards, endive, grapefruit, kale, oranges, rutabagas, tangerines, winter squash. NOTE: With some produce now available all during the year, many people have forgotten when fruits and vegetables are really fresh. Buying in season means that these items are often cheaper, fresher, taste better and that money may be going to local farmers.
Join the fun with Material Grrlz Sewing afterschool classes for kids Just for Cyber Monday pay just $90 for three classes, a savings of 25%! Visit www.materialgrrlz.com for details or email Yolanda@materialgrrlz.com.
Decorated Veteran & Author of ‘Tuesday Tucks Me In’ Visits the Zimmer Children’s Museum Sun., Dec. 21st at 3pm The NY Times bestselling author and his 2013-14 American Kennel Club Humane Fund Award for Canine Excellence – Service Dog recipient, Luis and Tuesday will be reading their widely acclaimed new children’s book. It tells of the loving bond between a golden retriever & a former soldier. The story highlights themes of compassion and loyalty, while also educating and bringing awareness to young readers about post-traumatic stress and other invisible disabilities in a kid-friendly way. During the presentation, experience the benefits of service dogs in a fun and interactive way. The book has been declared the Best Nonfiction Children’s Book of 2014 by amazon.com.
What Your Family Needs to Know About Cord Blood Storage Over the past decade over 1/3 of all life saving transplants have used Umbilical cord cells instead of using bone marrow. Cord Blood has many benefits over bone marrow transplants and that is why today there are over 30,000 life saving transplants, when five years ago the number was 8000. The evidence is in, cord blood saves lives. However, why is there such a difference in cost? Are the biggest companies better than specialized laboratories? Is the extra cost worth it? Are you just paying for super sized marketing from the big commercial companies? For more information, email cindy@myCordBank.com or call (818) 984-8085. Cindy can help every expectant family make an informed decision.
Kol Tikvah’s 3rd Annual Poker Tournament fundraiser Sunday. Dec. 7th Come for a fun filled evening of poker, great food and drink, prizes, raffles, and much more! $125 tax deductible entry fee per person (includes dinner and one complimentary cocktail). Early Birds get bonus chips!. Professional Dealers / Great Prizes / Sponsorship Opportunities. Watch Sunday Night Football on the big screens – Patriots vs. Chargers! Must be at least 21 years of age to play. Early bird pricing ends Friday November 14th at 6pm!
Home Schooling With a Heart An enthusiastic, encouraging elementary school teacher with over 25 years experience, would love to home-school/ tutor a child who needs the assistance of one-to-one teaching. A strong belief in differentiated instruction to meet a child’s individual learning style with a strong academic foundation infused with imagination and heart! Contact nwasserman@earthlink.net for more information.
Monthly box subscription company for the ultimate LEGO Lover Brick Loot is a fun box delivered monthly to customers filled with the latest and greatest LEGO and LEGO compatible products. The contents of the box are a total surprise to the subscribers but they do know they are getting cool, unique items you cannot buy at the store around the corner. My boys received a box and were in heaven! They loved everything. I highly recommend this for the Lego lover in your life! Jens List members get 10% off any subscription – expires 12/31/14. Use Coupon Code: Jen
Research Shows That Our Kids Are Not Getting Enough Outdoor Or Imaginative Play Time Due to the Hours They Are Spending Behind an Electronic Screen As a result, Christmas and birthday gift wishes are often electronics. But this year, why not get your children a gift that inspires physical, creative play, which has been shown to be beneficial in every way! Rick Rossi specializes in the design and construction of custom, site-specific play houses, play sets, tree and hill houses. He’ll come to your house for a free consultation and is offering Jen’s List readers 10 percent off any project booked between now and Christmas. Rick has amazing references from Jen’s List readers and others. Call Rick at (818) 848-2757 for this special offer.
Ready to Try Something New For Your Next Workout? Check out Balance Fitwear, a Brazilian inspired women’s sportswear line. Balance Fitwear is offering wholesale prices to everyone on Jen’s List. Perfect for your personally collection or for a holiday gift. To place an order, call (818) 692-0301. Orders will be shipped immediately.
Jenna & Kate Bath Boutique In May of 2014 two sisters, ages 9 and 12 years old, were looking for ideas of something to do over the summer and make some money to go to Disneyland. Since sisters don’t always agree on everything, it was very exciting when they both screamed “Bath Bombs!” as their decision. By July they were in 3 small stores and started a Facebook page. They use all natural and organic ingredients and scent each product with pure essential oils. Every item is handmade by them personally. Today they have added bath salts, hand & body scrub, soaps and their very popular lip balms with matching edible lip scrubs to their product line. All orders there are directed through their Etsy page. Everything is GREAT! www.facebook.com/JKBathBoutique
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.
Holiday Music Series With LoveBug & Me Music Just in time for the holidays, Miss Mary and her Magical Music Educators are offering a special 2 week Holiday Music Series in December for ages 0-5. These festive classes will celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, and all our seasonal favorites. There will be jingle bells, dreidels, crafts, imaginary sleigh rides, and lots of fun! Locations in Pasadena, Beverly Hills, Westwood, Santa Monica, Topanga, Los Angeles and more! Classes are almost full. Contact music@lovebugandme.com, (323) 422-7300.
Hipmunk Take the indecision out of booking flights and hotels. The “agony” feature sorts flights based on the painful aspects of traveling (layovers = cranky kids) and displays options based on which will be most pleasant.
Do You Want to Spend More Time With Your Kids? Are you swamped with errands and find little time to spend with your kids? Susan’s kids are grown, so let her help you out. She is extremely organized, efficient and friendly and can help you be more organized and efficient too. Let her run your errands including food shopping, post office, dry cleaning, travel plans, gift purchases, bill paying and more.Email barzilaisusan@hotmail.com for references and fees.
‘Twas the Mouse Who Saved Christmas The entire story is specially designed and based around your child! You’ll follow a young mouse named Pipp Squeak on an adventure through Santa’s house. Pipp finds trouble when she accidentally rips a name — your child’s name — from Santa’s list! Tag along as Pipp works valiantly to fix the list and save your child’s Christmas. Kids will feel like the whole story was written specifically for them, something no other Christmas story book offers. ‘Twas the Mouse Who Saved Christmas offers kids the best of both worlds this holiday season: Fun AND education. They’ll love the personalized story and illustrations, and you’ll love giving them such a neat learning tool. http://www.marblespark.com/Tour/twasthemouse
Calling all Girls Scouts: Tween & Teen Entrepreneur Workshops Are Coming to Visit Your Troop Girls (ages 7 up) can earn their entrepreneur badges so book your pre-holiday workshops today! Girls can sell their products for holiday gifts. This is an introduction to entrepreneurship where girls will create mini business plans and begin developing their ideas, products and services. Weekend sessions available for multiple troops. To book pre or post holiday workshops call 866-600-5509 or email bizzygirls@yahoo.com.
Elements for girls: A Fun & Engaging Self-Discovery Project unique book invites for tween and early teen girls to read, reflect and complete simple, fun activities while exploring important elements of growing up such as self-acceptance, empathy, communication and friendship. The theme of self-care is woven into the book in sections on sleep, healthy eating and stress management. With original doodle art throughout the book, girls are encouraged to express themselves with color, drawings and writing to make the book their own. As chapters are completed, girls use the creative kit included to design their own unique bracelet. The bracelet elements – colorful hemp, beads and charms – cleverly remind girls of the chapter themes to reinforce what was learned.
No Problem Mac They come direct to your home or business providing fast, friendly support, service, and training for all ages and all levels of experience. They will speed up your Mac, get your printer working or make sure you get wireless internet throughout your house. $70 per hour. Call John at 310-621-5679. Read the Mac Tips and Tricks blog at http://www.noproblemmac.com/blog/. Jen’s list members get one free month of 24/7 phone support or a free OSX system cleaning!. Call John at 310-621-5679.
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