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Is Your Child Back to School Ready? On average, students who don’t engage in summer learning lose the equivalent of two months’ worth of grade-level math and reading skills, according to the National Center for Summer Learning at Johns Hopkins University. To ensure your child is back to school ready, Academic Achievers is offering KinderPrep Camp, Aug. 10th-14th; Early Elementary (2nd & 3rd grade), Aug. 3-7; Middle School Writer Workshop Aug. 3-6; Middle School Math Intensive, Aug. 10th-13th, as well as ISEE test prep. Call (310) 883-5810
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history Take Your Pants for a Walk Day Bugs Bunny debuts in Warner Brothers animated cartoon “A Wild Hare”(1940)
Simple Tips For Saving Fuel With Your Vehicle http://www.lacarconnection.com/saving-fuel-westlake-village
Valley Beth Shalom Harold M. Schulweis Day School: Accepting Applications For Grades K-6 Limited spots available in grades K-6! See the Day School, learn about their award-winning faculty, and the innovative and exciting things that are happening in their classrooms, science lab, art studio, specialized math classroom and STEAM lab. For more information, contact Cindy Goodman, Director of Admissions, at cgoodman@vbsds.org or visit www.VBSDS.org/admissions for a private tour.
Is it ever the wrong season for Healthy Hot Cocoa? Any milk + any sweetener + unsweetened cocoa powder topped with a “snowflake marshmallow” – very Frozen-like! http://foodiekidsblog.com/healthy-hot-cocoa
Shape It! Positive Potty Training Friday, July 24th from 6:45-8:15pm It’s potty time! Potty training can be challenging, but The Shape is here to help. Find out helpful tips for determining readiness, reinforcers and more. Presented by Darren Sush, Psy.D., BCBA-D. www.meetup.com/The-Shape-of-Behavior-Los-Angeles-Autism-Playgroup/
Mommy & Me Pampering & Treats Event at Bellacures Pasadena Saturday, August 8th from 9:30-11:30am Bellacures will be hosting a Mommy & Me Pampering Day. Moms and their little ones are invited to enjoy a morning of pampering as well as complimentary cupcake decorating and glitter tattoo applications for the kids. Then, moms can relax, sip on complimentary champagne and socialize while kids receive their mani/pedis. Pre-registration required. Call Yanna at (464) 346-4634 or email yanna@bellacures.com to reserve your spot. Pricing: Mom + 1 kid- $64;Mom + 2 kids- $80;Mom + 3 kids-$99.
Your Jr. Chef can keep busy all summer with 15 Kid-Friendly Recipes A page to bookmark. Strawberry fruit leather. Granola. Hamburger buns. Focaccia pizza. Queso dip. Baked pita chips. Slow cooker chocolate cake. Easy waffles. 7-layer dip. Ladybugs on a raft. Oatzravaganza Cookies. English muffin with bruléed banana and peanut butter. Split-second cookies. Skillet pizzas. Easy vanilla pudding. Parental supervision. http://www.chow.com/food-news/168352/15-kid-friendly-recipes-to-keep-them-busy-all-summer
Kids of Helicopter Parents Are Sputtering Out http://www.slate.com/articles/double_x/doublex/2015/07/
Personal Organizing, Decluttering & Assisting Services Organizing is not about creating perfection, it is about fixing the flaws in the space and creating function out of the mess. Offering organizing, decluttering, and assisting services. Now offering art book creations out of your children’s artwork (throw away all those pages but keep the memories!), furniture/toy assembly, and compiling photo albums out of all of those printed pictures! http://caroline345.wix.com/extrasetofhands
Developmental Play Class at A Mother’s Haven Last Monday of Every Month at 11:30am. Next Class July 27th For kids, play is their work. Even when it looks to us as if they’re just mouthing a rattle, they’re actually learning all about their world and gaining social, cognitive and physical skills. At A Mother’s Haven, the 0-18 month Developmental Play class teaches parents what to play and how to interact with baby so both of you get the most out of the time together-after all, it’s important that each moment is not only educational, but also fun. This group is facilitated by Vicki Botnick. http://shopthehaven.com/developmental-play/ e
The Wrong Daughter is the story of two sisters who have two different fathers Mother Shelley is determined to see younger daughter Britney become a tv star. The twist of fate is when older daughter, Troy becomes famous. Sweet Troy looks exactly like the father who left her mother when just two months old. Shelley’s obsessive love, and hate for him fuels her anger towards Troy. In a story that is set in the glamorous world of modeling and film, a mother’s rage makes her do the unthinkable. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01093CBO0?*Version*=1&*entries*=0
Mommy! Candy! Chips! Now! Study shows the neuroscience of why a high-fat/sugar diet reduces cognitive flexibility in mice. It’s all about the relationship between good/normal gut bacteria and the brain. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/06/24/gut-bacteria-brain-cognit_n_7644484.html An in-the-weeds article, “Can the Bacteria in Your Gut Explain Your Mood?” http://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/28/magazine/can-the-bacteria-in-your-gut-explain-your-mood.html?_r=0 Study shows antibiotics influence brain chemistry and behavior in mice, potentially associated with psychiatric disorders. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/05/110517110315.htm
Wine & Paint in the 818 Thursday, August 6th from 7:30-9:30pm at Pinot’s Palette in Encino Treat yourself to a fun, restorative night out – join The Jewish Federation Valley Alliance at Pinot’s Palette. Sylvia Weisz Women’s Philanthropy at The Jewish Federation Valley Alliance as part of the San Fernando Valley Women’s Education Series. Cost: $45; includes wine, painting materials, and light refreshments. www.jewishla.org/page/m/-5714b78d/2bb8dd1e/7d582b20/5d7e3e90/793787327/VEsC/
Ruby Ribbon: The Best Shapeware on the Market Bye-Bye Bra… nursing Moms you’ll love the Camis. Gorgeous Shapeware: all day comfort, compression fabric, stays put, invisible gripper edge, bye-bye bra (build in support) nursing moms you’ll love the camis, gorgeous shaping slips & shaping briefs. Shaping Essentials: skirts for every occasion, tops that pop, long & lean skinny band shapeware leggings that smoothes your waist line, Beautiful Fashion Layers: tunics, cardigans and more. Call Susie, Independent Stylist, at (818) 261-9586 for more information. www.rubyribbon.com/susiejacobson
Free Parent & Me Art Classes for Children Ages 2-4 Tuesdays from August 4th-25th from 9:15-10:30am Little Acorns Grow Altadena is offering 4 free art classes. These super fun lessons for children ages 2-4 will culminate in a collaborative art instillation at the Altadena library. Class starts with a circle time which includes songs, calendar work and read aloud, followed by a fun guided art lesson. Class ends with a snack and play time. Final Art work will be displayed during the month of October. Reservations required. Call (818) 779-1099 or email littleacornsgrow@yahoo.com. http://littleacornsgrow.net/altadena.html
Parenting Class Series Saturdays, Now-October 3rd at 9am or 11am Parenting is one of the most creative and exhausting jobs you’ll ever have. Learn new strategies for connection, regulation and peace with your child, family and self! In this ten session class, we’ll introduce a philosophy a philosophy and practice of parenting based on the latest research about brain and child development that promotes life-long connections and learning. Learn to set clear and respectful boundaries. Explore yourself and your children through a lens of empathy.
Child Day Care is Enrolling Infants & Toddlers Dali’s Child Day Care (license#1974199680) is enrolling infants and toddlers. Located in a peaceful residential neighborhood in Encino close to Lanai Road Elementary school. A safe, cozy and clean home-like setting with loving and nurturing stuff all experienced and CPR/FIRST- AID. Well-balanced home-cooked meals. A big gated yard to play. For more information, call (323) 788-1024.
Now Casting in So Cal Only: Families, Couples, Siblings Looking to Adopt a Rescue Chihuahua Now casting for a major network series. Are you or someone you know looking to rescue a Chihuahua? You could adopt a Chihuahua and give a dog a second chance! These dogs have been rescued, rehabilitated, rested and ready to find a loving home! Looking for families, couples, siblings who want to adopt a rescue Chihuahua! Email cast@brightroadprods.com and include your name, location, phone number, photo, and a brief bio about your situation and why you want to adopt a dog!! www.facebook.com/pages/Lindsay-Luttrell-Casting/690899650985108?ref=hl
Keep Your Pool Looking Sparkling Clean For the Summer Summer is rough on your pool. The beating sun, higher water temperatures, and more swimmers in the water all conspire to fuel algae growth and turn your pool green. Let Max Skinner’s water chemistry expertise keep your pool looking crystal clear all summer long. Call (818) 262-2054 for an estimate.
Tired of Schlepping? Need a Personal Assistant For the Day, Week or Month? Schlepping around the valley can be exhausting! Personal Assistant available hourly, daily or week. Projects, Parties, Child Care or Errands….They have the staff to help you with anything from planning a party to delivering groceries and dry cleaning! Schlep no more. Email laurentessler@yahoo.com.
National Coloring Book Day Event Serves Up Fun & Relaxation Saturday, August 1st from 1- 3pm at Romancing the Bean in Burbank Sunday, August 2nd from 1- 3pm at Republic of Pie in North Hollywood Coloring isn’t just for kids anymore. Coloring books for adults are taking top spots on this summer’s best seller’s lists. To celebrate, author & artist, Rozine Prock, invites the public to join her at several local coffee houses in celebration of National Coloring Book Day.Rozine will provide pages and crayons or bring your own.
Tour the Grades: School Tour Grades Nursery Wed, October 7th from 8:30-10:30am Learn how Waldorf works at their next school tour. Enjoy a complete school tour including their Early Childhood Center, Elementary, Middle and High School campuses to learn more about how they educate, how it is different from other schools and what outstanding educational results are produced. Go see why. RSVP to www.highlandhall.org/schooltours. #WaldorfWorks
TV/Toy Focus Groups For Boys 8-11, Girls 7-10 years old & Moms of a Girl Ages 3-8 Earn money by sharing your opinions on new TV show and toys. July 27th looking for boys 8-11 and girls 8-10 years old to watch a TV show. Must have cable/or satellite at home. $65 in North Hollywood. July 28th and 29th looking for girls 7-10 years old and mom’s who’s oldest daughter is 3-8 years old. In Pasadena $85/$100. Do not call if the family is affiliated with the entertainment industry. Call Jenny at (818) 225-8424.
Thirty-One Golf Day: $1 Golf at Van Nuys Golf Course Wednesday, July 29th from 10am to Noon 6550 Odessa Avenue in Van Nuys. Thirty-One Consultant Jackie Bustos organizes this monthly event to expose kids ages 4 and up to playing golf while moms shop her Thirty-One bags and totes. Clubs rent for $1 each. Early Birds will get pointers from former LPGA Pro Christine Johnson and be entered into a product raffle! RSVP to Jackie at (310) 625-4147 or jackiebustos1234@gmail.com. www.mythirtyone.com/jackiebustos
Stay Connected With Your Clients & Prospects With an Automated Greeting Card System For every 30 days that you do not have contact with a client or prospect, you lose about 10% of your influence. About 68% of businesses lose clients because of “perceived indifference”. They don’t think you care about them and go to the competition that does. Now you can easily keep in touch and send a personal greeting card expressing appreciation and gratitude, so your clients and prospects don’t go somewhere else! Choose from over 60,000 designs or create your own for $1.66 INCLUDING the stamp! www.AwesomeGreetingCardSystem.com
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