Tuesday June 30 2015

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.

 

 

Today in History

Meteor Day

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

French acrobat Blondin crosses over the Niagara Falls on a tightrope.(1859)

 

 

Head Above Water Swim Lessons

50% off Private Swim Lesson at your Home Pool or one of their Heated Pools!

Since 2002, Head Above Water Swim School has taught thousands of children to swim and they are offering 50% off your first private swim lesson*. Swim instructors will come to your home pool or they have 4 heated private pool locations including pools in West LA, Westwood, Venice, and Toluca Lake. Click https://headabovewaterswim.com/locations/ for a full list of locations including hours of operation. *For new customers only, exp 7/1/15.

 

 

Subscribe to DailyRecall newsletter to receive product investigations, warnings and important Recalls

DailyRecall is an informational newsletter to alert parents & pet owners of potentially harmful investigations, warnings or recalls. Our aim is to report FDA-initiated, government or Corporate updates or recalls across a variety of industries and product lines. The goal of DailyRecall.com is to offer a 100% free service on our website and newsletter in order to prevent the usage of or exposure to recalled or potentially harmful product.

http://dailyrecall.go2cloud.org/SH6

 

 

Do You Have A Closet Full Of Clothes But Nothing To Wear?

Stylist Robin Saperstein, founder of High Heel in a Haystack can help! Tired of reaching for the same old thing week after week? Do you hate to shop? Do you feel like you need to lose more weight before doing something like this? Well don’t! Losing weight should not be a reward for looking good. You deserve to look good NOW! Allow Robin to help you find your inner stylish self and feel more confident! Contact Robin at robin@highheelinahaystack.com.

www.highheelinahaystack.com

 

 

Weight Loss Nutrition Plan

Do you continue to exercise but don’t see results? Kellie Blackburn will customize an 8 week nutrition plan to get you on the right track to meet your goals. You will look leaner, stronger, and feel more alive when you properly nourish your body. Check out Kellie’s 8 Week Nutrition Update and sign up today, results guaranteed. It even comes with a grocery list!

www.kelliefit.com

 

 

Announcing a Different Kind of Practice for Today’s Modern Family

Do you want a higher level of healthcare service for your children in a fun, positive atmosphere, with a flexible, on-time schedule, easy access and continuous communication with your doctor as well as home visits to meet the demands of today’s busy lifestyle? Calabasas Pediatrics is now open and as we can only accept a limited number of families, reservations are filling up fast. Visit www.CalabasasPeds.com to learn more about the unique approach to your children’s care and to reserve your place today.

 

 

UMANA FCC offers FREE preschool

Located in Winnetka South from Winnetka Elementary. Umana Family Child Care provides a safe, loving, and fun environment for all children. In addition, they offer activities that are designed to promote problem-solving, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and cognitive skills. They offer healthy breakfast, lunch, and PM snack approved by the department of health and safety department. Monthly they teach a new theme to the children that includes a weekly letter, vocabulary words, shape/color, letter, number, sight words and nursery rhyme. Currently enrolling for the new school year 2015-2016. They have two sessions am and pm. For more info, call (818)307-4537/(818)998-1560. License #197412584

 

 

Bald, Fat & Crazy: How I Beat Cancer While Pregnant with One Daughter and Adopting Another by Stephanie Hosford

Get ready to laugh, cry, gasp and cheer on the ultimate 9-month roller coaster! You will not forget this wild, true and ultimately satisfying story of love, motherhood and finding the inner strength we all hope is there when we need it.

http://www.amazon.com/Bald-Fat-Crazy-Pregnant-Daughter/dp/0990465276

 

 

Coloring Trend as seen in USA Today

Welcome to the future! Together with her pink dog and trusty sidekick Bubblegum, Spaceship Betty zips around the universe in rocket ships in search of adventures. Have fun coloring in her adventures. Perfect for the little colorist or adult. Coloring has been proven to be a great stress buster.

http://colouroutsidethelinez.weebly.com/a-colourful-blog

www.amazon.com/Spaceship-Betty-Fighting-Fun-Freedom

www.spaceshipbetty.com

 

 

Princess Story Time is back at Books and Cookies

Every Friday at 4pm starting July 10th

Calling all Princes or Princesses for a delightful storybook adventure led by one of your little one’s most loved Princesses! Join us to explore the enchanted kingdom hosted by The Los Angeles Princess Company. Storytelling, face painting, magic, and more will help guide the way on a fantastic journey. 45 min. / All Ages / $18 at the door.

2309 Main Street in Santa Monica, 90405

310-452-1301

www.BooksAndCookiesLA.com

 

 

Hey There Muscles Returns July 18 to the Santa Monica Pier for Free 4-Week Workout Series

July 18th-August 8th at 9am

The Santa Monica Pier and Ferrigno family fitness dynasty bring back Hey There Muscles – Lean Fitness by FerrignoFIT, a FREE four-week fitness and wellness program at the Pier every Saturday. Experience a mind-body-spirit overhaul with classes focused on creating lean muscle and healthy habits, lead by the original Hulk, Lou Ferrigno, his daughter Shanna and their team of experts. Bring a towel, mat and water and head to the West End of the Pier.

www.heytheremuscles.com

 

 

Organize Your Desk

Need help? Make those piles of paper disappear. Make those piles of paper disappear. Have information organized and at your fingertips. See space on your desk again.

Call 818-395-0414 or email suzannedavidson18@ca.rr.com. Reasonable rates.

 

 

Party Help: This Time You Enjoy the Party

Stop trying to do it all by yourself. Karen can do anything from set up, to preparing food, to serving – as well as the dreaded clean-up. Enjoy yourself for once and let her do all of the running around. She is available for both small gatherings including office parties, backyard BBQ’s, birthday parties and lunches or larger scale events including weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and anniversary celebrations. Karen used to be in the catering business. Currently she is a substitute teacher! Amazing references upon request. Email karenspartyhelp@yahoo.com or call (818) 445-1749.

 

 

To the Mom at the Water Park

http://community.today.com/parentingteam/post/to-the-mom

 

 

Our CA drought + keeping fruit and nut trees alive = ?

The answer seems to be drip lines or bubblers.

http://ucanr.edu/sites/mgfresno/?story=281

Let your hose run very slowly for 20-30 min per tree into a deep drip, 24″ tree watering stake, under $10 at Home Depot, Lowe’s, OSH, many online sellers. Some watering stakes also fertilize; prices up to $50.

 

 

Taly Bar- Certified Massage Therapist

In her sessions she is able to sense the right healing method to benefit the individual client. Drawing from her techniques such as Craniosecral, Bio Magneitism, Crystal and Energy Healing, Deep Tissue, Reflexology, and Relaxation and Breathing techniques. Through this, tension is released and energy centers unblocked. Taly has a strong intuitive approach connecting the body, mind and soul.

818-448-0552

www.healingbytalybar.com

 

 

On-the-go activities that inspire quiet playtime fun

Do you find it difficult to keep your kids happy and busy while out running errands or during long car trips? Then look no further! From scavenger hunts and word puzzles to educational apps and imaginative play, On-the-Go Fun for Kids! offers 100 engaging activities they’ll want to do again and again. Whether you’re hitting the road, heading to grandma’s house, or waiting patiently at the doctor’s office, this guide includes simple playtime ideas for any situation, allowing you to entertain your children no matter where your family goes. And if you decide to stay in, you’ll find plenty of activities for keeping them occupied while you’re at home on a conference call, doing laundry, or preparing dinner. With On-the-Go Fun for Kids!, you can breathe easy knowing that your little ones are engrossed in hours of creative fun!

http://www.amazon.com/-Go-Fun-Kids-Activities

 

 

The Feit 4 KidZ Fertility Loan Fund

Established in 2013 in partnership with the Jewish Free Loan Association to offer interest-free loans to qualifying Southern California couples who are in need of financial assistance for in-vitro fertilization. To date, 43 loans have been given out, and 4 babies have been born since the Fund was created. Follow on Facebook and “like” the Feit 4 KidZ page for updates on the Fund, the upcoming annual gala on 11/14/15, infertility related trends and news, as well as pictures of babies born from this program – https://www.facebook.com/Feit4Kidz – or follow on twitter @feit4kidz”.

 

 

The Tyranny Of The Refresh Button When Your Kids Are At Sleepaway Camp

http://www.themid.com/family/the-tyranny-of-the-refresh

 

 

Anna’s Linens going out of business

30% off already low prices in all 252 stores. Gift cards must be redeemed by July 14th. Some Anna’s Linens are in Van Nuys, North Hollywood, Mission Hills, Burbank, Northridge, West Hills.

http://www.abladvisor.com/news/7261/hilco-gordon-brothers

http://www.annaslinens.com

 

 

A Rabbi for all Life Cycle Events

Rabbi Gil Alchadeff is experienced and passionate. He holds a Masters of Social Work (MSW) degree. He will be at your service for all life cycle events: Baby namings, Brit, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Engagements, Weddings, Prenuptials, Funerals, Counseling for individuals, couples, children, bereavement, divorce, drug counseling and more. Reasonable rates with professionalism, and results. His congregants, students & families are his best references. Call (818) 880-5545 or email galchadeff@att.net.

 

 

David Gray * Amos Lee at the Hollywood Bowl

July 17 & July 18 at 8pm

Los Angeles Philharmonic

Bramwell Tovey, conductor

Spend the perfect summer night with the music of two enchanting singer-songwriters. David Gray celebrates over 20 years of hit-making music (“Babylon,” “This Year’s Love”) with polished vocals and heartfelt acoustic pop. Amos Lee’s warm, laid back style (“Windows Are Rolled Down,” “Arms of a Woman”) has wowed fans, critics and fellow artists alike.

http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/tickets/david-gray-amos-lee

 

 

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

 

 

Condo in Yosemite available

July 1st-July 5th

Available for a studio condo through Yosemite Scenic Wonders which is inside the park and just minutes away from all the main attractions in Yosemite. Looking to get the money back that was paid for it $1,016.00. If interested, contact Tracy at sakisarah@gmail.com.

 

 

Replace Your Lawn With A Drought Tolerant Landscape – For Free! Save $2,000-$4,000 per year

We will come and convert your lawn!!! Southern California is in a drought and water levels have never been so low. The utility companies are not only raising rates for water they restricting water days. Government has designated money to assist homeowners to reduce the amount of water they use by converting to a “California Friendly Landscape.” We use the funds to complete the project at no cost to you – the homeowner! Call or Text Tamara at 818-523-3574 for an appointment!