Monday June 29 2015

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Today in History

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

Shakespeare’ Globe Theater burns down. (1613)

Camera Day

Hug Holiday

Waffle Iron Day

 

 

Thank you to all the amazing Jen’s List sponsors

Because of your support, I’m able to share all the great happenings around town. As a thank you, and to encourage any new businesses that would like to reach families across the LA area, from now until July 10th, book 2 TOP Spots on Jen’s List, and you’ll get a 3rd 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.

 

 

Hands down….The BEST place for brows

Ronnie Retin is truly an EXPERT at what she does. Ronnie has 10+ years of experience & has been deemed a true artist by her clients. She believes in a FULL, NATURAL LOOKING BROW, that frames YOUR face and bone structure. You will not experience thin, over plucked, or “one size fits all” brows here. She gives each person the best shape for each individual person. Ronnie specializes in “brow rehab”(as I had to go to…LOL) and takes the time to teach each client how to reach their best brow potential. Ronnie is available Tues-Sat., from 9am-5pm at The Brow Barre inside the Vintage Beauty Bar in Woodland Hills. You will LOVE her AND your brows! Call (818) 970-4139 or book your appointment at https://www.schedulicity.com/Scheduling/?business=TBB4ZJ.

 

 

Mindfulness Meditation Class

Wednesdays from 9:30-11am every week

Come join a weekly meditation group, where in a supportive environment you can learn to reduce your stress, said in slowing down your busy life, learn the importance’s of living n the present, bring contentment into your life and help alleviate anxiety and depression. RSVP to Leslie Spero-Schneider LCSW at (818) 571-3894. $25 per session.

28240 Agoura Road #304 in Agoura

www.LeslieLCSW.com

 

 

Use the Shuben Group for all your real estate needs

The real estate duo! Realtor wife and mortgage broker husband. Together they can help you with all your real estate needs. Whether it’s to buy or sell or refinance, Elise and Richard have the experience and the right attitude to make your transaction go as smooth as possible. They will be your advocates in this important event. Richard is also an attorney, specializing in real estate law, bankruptcies, civil cases, LLCs & trusts. Elise sells all the Valleys.

(818) 883-9473

(818)590-2989

www.theshubengroup.com

 

 

Special Icon   Your Trainer, on Demand

Any time and any place! Handstand is making trainers and instructors convenient, accessible and affordable for everyone. Book a certified and background checked trainer to come to you – any time and any place! Yoga, Kickboxing, Pilates, Lean body coaching, Strength training, Tennis, Dance, Meditation and more! All trainers are $49. With promo code: JENS10 you save $10 on your first session. Invite friends too! Go to www.HandstandApp.com to book! Or use the App for iPhone & Android! 

 

 

The Mc Nanny Agency has qualified & experienced household help available to meet with you now

The Mc Nanny Agency has all types of experienced candidates ready to meet with you now. Whether you are looking for full time, part time, or temporary help, describe your needs and they will do the rest. They will help you find your ideal nanny. To start your search, call 818-232-7688 or use their on line family application form. Mention Jen’s List & receive a special discount.

http://themcnannyagency.com/

 

 

What’s a drought-tolerant plant anyway?

From Green Thumb Canoga Park. Includes plant characteristics showing how plants limit water loss and make the most of what water they receive: thick fleshy leaves, waxy surfaces, spines for protection and shade, hairy coverings, compound leaves, oil-coated leaves, leaf position on stem, more.

http://www.greenthumbintlnews.com/news/library/drought

Pictures of some drought-tolerant plants. http://lvmwd.com/home/showdocument?id=711

With a botanical or common name, see what a plant looks like.
http://www.californiagardens.com/Lists/Drought_Tolerant

 

 

New Private School Campus in Need of Classrooms

Small private school for gifted learners K-8 looking to open an Encino/Sherman Oaks campus for 2015-2016 school year. Looking to rent 2-5 classrooms with a playground. Existing schools, churches and synagogues are ideal. Contact Mishawn at 818-770-0769 or mishawnnolan@me.com. Interested families, contact info@oakcrestacademy.org.

www.oakcrestacademy.org

 

 

Making A Mom Friend Is Exactly Like Dating

http://www.scarymommy.com/articles/making-a-mom-friend

 

 

Special Icon  Music & Play – Summer Special with The Playroom and Little Music Stars

Play Sessions Monday thru Friday – Music Classes Wednesdays & Saturdays

fantastic ‘Music & Play’ Summer Promotion from two of Sherman Oaks’ leading child play, learning and music providers. Ages 3 months to 3 years. 10 music and 10 play sessions – only $189 (value $220). Special runs June to end August. Music & Play does not have to be used on the same day. For further details contact The Playroom (818) 784-7529 / theplayroomvalleyinfo.com

www.theplayroomvalleyinfo.com

 

 

12 iPhone Storage Tricks That Will Change Your Life

http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/electronics/smart-phone

 

 

Special Event Icon  Oak Crest Academy K-8 School for the Gifted Open House Event

July 18th from 11am-1pm

The best way to learn more about Oak Crest Academy is by visiting an Open House. Attendees have the opportunity to meet faculty, parents and students, as well as review curriculum and tour the campus. There is no cost or obligation and reservations are not required. If you are interested in applying to Oak Crest Academy for the 2015-2016 school year, attend the Open House. There will be fun events for the kids like wood shop, face painting, robotics, legos, & more!

www.oakcrestacademy.org

 

 

Special Education Assistant with L.A.U.S.D. and private tutor

Karyn has had over 17 years with L.A.U.S.D. as a Special Education Asst and as a private tutor. Karyn has tutored k-5th grade students in General ed and Special Education. Karyn is currently working in a specialized program of special education called IDEC teaching children to read. If you want your child to review last year’s subjects or get a head start on next year, call 818-425-1921 or email karynlmcdowell@sbcglobal.net.

 

 

New Elementary Charter School in Beverly Hills Spots Still Available for Fall 2015

A unique opportunity to enroll your child/children K-5th in a charter school opening this fall in Beverly Hills is available to a limited number of families. The Albert Einstein Odyssey Academy will begin its inaugural year at Temple Emanuel’s campus August 24th.This school’s curriculum offers a project based teaching approach for kids to actively engage in learning, emphasizing Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math and Hebrew.

www.ealas.org/obh

 

 

Affordable In-Home Private Yoga

Do you long for the days of being able to make it to a yoga class without thinking about the other 10 things that need to happen in order for you to get there? Maybe you are unsure of the changes to your body since having babies and need a little extra support. Let Ashlee Langas bring the yoga class to you! Moms are so often the first to do for everyone else and the last to do for themselves. Dedicate an hour of mindful movement and breathing at an AFFORDABLE rate. $40 for a private yoga session and $30 per person for a semi-private (2 or more) hour long session. Email ashleelangas@yahoo.com.

www.ascendantyogala.com

 

 

8 Week Dental Assisting Course (Old Town Camarillo)

In just 8 weeks you can have the skills you need to get a job as a Dental Assistant. Saturdays only. Pay-as-you-go.

http://saturdaydentalschool.com/

 

 

Limited Travel Day Camp Spaces are Available for 7-12 Year Olds for the 1st and 2nd Weeks of August

Camp Exploration’s 23rd summer is well in progress. Most of this summer’s Encino based travel day camp weeks are fully enrolled. Limited spaces, though, are available for the weeks of August 3rd-7th and August 10th-14th. If you are seeking the most engaging and positive growing environment for your approximately 7-12 year old, contact info@CampExploration.org or 818-344-7838 to find out more.

www.CampExploration.org

 

 

ACT Two-Day Boot Camp in Thousand Oaks

July 11th-12th from 9am-3pm

Is your junior or senior gearing up to take the ACT this fall? The September test is just a few months away. Jumpstart prep with this two day intensive that will help your student learn test strategies that make a real difference! Learn how the ACT has changed including the new essay format! $395 per student (materials included). Jen’s List members get a 10% discount. Reserve a spot by emailing info@engagingminds.education.

www.engagingminds.education

 

 

Organizing, decluttering and assisting services – They also offer ‘day of’ party help

Organizing is not about creating perfection, it is about fixing the flaws in the space and creating function out of the mess.
– Organizing
– Office assistance – data entry and creating organizational systems
– Party assistance – set up, clean up, keeping party running smoothly
– New baby – Pre-washing/organizing all clothing, assembling baby gear, setting up nursery
– Moving? – Decluttering and pre-packing for open houses, plus packing/unpacking assistance.

http://caroline345.wix.com/extrasetofhands

 

 

Barefoot Belly- Postpartum & Newborn Care

Priscilla Sanchez has over fourteen years of experience supporting parents in the LA area. Her work is exclusively based in the care of newborns, preemies, multiples, etc. providing also mother postpartum care recovery support, comfort measures, newborn care education, lactation guidance and much more, making baby homecoming an easy transition! Stellar references. Recommended by peds, obgyns and Jen’s List members. Call (818) 746-5375 or email priscilla@barefootbelly.com.

www.barefootbelly.com

 

 

The Sound of Music

September 20th-October 31st

Launching a North American tour at the Ahmanson, three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O’Brien will direct a lavish new production of the world’s most beloved musical. 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the film version, which continues to be the most successful movie musical in history. The spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the Von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with such songs as “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re- Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” & “Edelweiss”.

https://www.centertheatregroup.org/tickets/the-sound-of-music/

 

 

Poyphenols?

That’s what makes chocolate “healthy,” good for your heart.

http://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2015/06/19/

http://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2014/03/18/

The neuroscience of chocolate as a “love drug.”

http://www.medicinehunter.com/chocolate_love_drug

In savory dishes, unsweetened chocolate/cocoa powder deepens and enhances other flavors and creates a smooth, balanced result.

10-recipe slide show: http://www.saveur.com/gallery/Savory-Chocolate-Recipes?image=0

Chocolate dinner recipes: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/04/chocolate

A grilling rub for oil-rubbed steak or pork chops/tenderloin that creates a deliciously dark crust: 1/3 C unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/3 C finely-ground coffee/instant espresso powder, 1 tsp dried chile powder, opt. dash of cinnamon, s&p.

 

 

4 Ways To Reconnect on Date Night

We all know that we are supposed to do a “Date Night.” But what can we do to make the most out of it? Caroline Madden, Marriage Therapist offers helpful suggestions for both wives AND husbands.

http://counselingwithcaroline.com/datenightguide/

 

 

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.

“FINE MOTOR” developmental skill definition: controlling and coordinating small muscle movements (dexterity in grasping, pincer movements, lateral movements, squeezing, threading, building, shaking, turning, spinning, pasting, lacing, cutting, drawing, writing, etc.), eye-hand coordination.    

THE CRITICAL WINDOWS during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for Fine Motor development is 3 – 10 years. The more opportunity children have to experience healthy, positive and nurturing Fine Motor experiences during this critical period, the more efficiently their brains will work over the long run.

A FEW DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING TOOLS (toys and other objects) for FINE MOTOR development: push and pull toys, hand-held teethers, toys that squeak, rattles, puzzles, sorters and stackers, activity sets, hands-on products, play phones, craft projects, construction sets, cause-and-effect investigative toys.                  

Some “FINE MOTOR” tidbits:

**  BETWEEN 9 – 12 mo,

    .. the preference for the right or left hand is emerging

    .. the dominant hand will be more dexterous and strong.

    .. the pincer grasp is being perfected.

**  CLOSER to 2 – 3 years, true left- or right-handedness

    develops.

Upcoming – “Fine motor, pt. 5”

Questions? Email msmarm@roadrunner.com.