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Family Shabbat Blowout At Kol Tikvah
Friday, August 21st
Dinner & Activities: 5:30pm
Services: 6:30pm
Scavenger Hunt, Live Music by Nostalgia, Moon Bounce, Margaritas Donuts, Watermelon Eating Contest & Complimentary BBQ Dinner.
RSVP for the Family Blowout at
https://docs.google.com/forms/. Today in History
Construction is started on the Berlin Wall. (1961)
National Thriftshop Day
Feit 4 KidZ Fertility Loan Fund gala
I know Emily & Alan Feit personally, as well as their fertility Doctor, Robert Boostanfar. On Nov. 14th at the W Hollywood, they will be having their 3rd annual gala which raises money for Southern CA couples who need financial assistance for very costly in-vitro fertilization procedures. In partnership with the Jewish Free Loan Association, interest free loans are offered to qualifying couples. All monies raised help couples who otherwise could not afford IVF. So far nearly 50 couples have been helped since inception back in 2013. The night is really fun – dinner, open bar, DJ, silent & live auction. https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E9816&id=8
Uber is AWESOME!
I love it and signing up is SO easy! Using promo code http://www.uber.com/invite/jenniferl5443ue and get $20 off your first ride.
 Open House – A new preschool is opening in the valleySaturday, August 29th from 3pm-6pm at Little Scholars Schoolhouse
They have an academic curriculum that includes art, Spanish, and sign language. They teach with Smart boards and Ipads. They have extracurricular activities like soccer, dance, yoga and even offer field trips. Great programs are hard to find these days.
22159 Sherman Way in Canoga Park, 91303 (818)227-5657 Free $2000 home health alert system for seniors
Do you have a relative who needs monitoring? Looking for enthusiastic people of all types to be real life testimonials for HEY MOM DAD™, the latest generation of Interactive Health Monitoring Systems allowing Seniors to stay independent longer. Do you have parents or grandparents who would benefit from this type of product? (In or out of CA) If chosen to participate, you will receive the complete system, plus 1 year of free monitoring-an almost $2000 retail value. For all details and to sign up, go to www.getsuperpeople.com.
Fresh Start Residential Housecleaning
Thorough and efficient housecleaning, reliable & punctual cleaners on staff — unsurpassed client service guaranteed. Family owned, NOT a referral agency. They hire and train ALL the cleaners! High standards and affordable rates
310-396-5171
www.freshstarthousecleaning.biz Britax recalls 213,753 child car seats for harness adjuster flaw
Win Lisa Loeb autographed sing-along books & read about her mommy world
Read mothesofthevalley.com review on Lisa Loeb’s sing-along books and a chance to win your own autographed copy. In addition, you can read about what inspired her books and advice she has for mommies. Giveaway winners will be announced Friday, August 21st.
 Postpartum Doula/Newborn and Infant SpecialistVeronica Hinojosa Stang offers her Maternity services in the Greater LA area. Specializing in Preemies, Newborn care & Twins specialist; supporting families with babies through birth, adoption or surrogacy. Veronica will educate, guide & teach you to be able to handle your little one. The journey starts with Pre and Post – Natal Education. If desired, she will cover breastfeeding/bottle feeding education, schedules and Infant Sleep training. What is happening to our children?
Sunday, August 30th at 11am at The Elaine Breslow Institute
Come learn from Julie Lythcott-Haims, former Dean of Freshmen at Stanford University and author of the acclaimed new book How to Raise an Adult, featured on the front page of the New York Times Sunday Book Review. Learn how over parenting is harming our children and how to escape that trap. “A must-read for every parent who senses that there is a healthier and saner way to raise our children.” Enjoy brunch, reading by the author, Q&A, Book purchase and signing. Admission is free and there will be complimentary valet.
8831 Venice Blvd. in Los Angeles, 90034
Gotta Sing: Vocal Workshop for Kids Taught by Professional Singer/Actress/Mom Betsy AbramsohnSunday, September 20th
Have fun and grow as a singer! 10-week session focusing on solos and group songs with a wonderful concert at a retirement home on the 10th week. Each class includes vocalizing, proper breathing, voice projection, harmonizing, acting-a-song exercises and ear training. Ages 5-12. Two classes offered on Sundays. Morning class is 10am-noon and afternoon class is 4-6pm. Session fee is $270; free private mini-lesson for new students. Contact Betsy at (818) 554-3266 or betsy@thecoachingcottage.com.
20 Words All Jewish Kids Grew Up Hearing
RJB Production: Photo Montages Created For Any Occasion
Let RJB Productions create an everlasting, beautifully edited video montage for any occasion. RJB Productions will preserve your memories by adding motion and music to your video montage which can be viewed by a large group of people for weddings, Bat Mitzvahs, etc. or a small gathering as a personal gift. Email rjbmontage@gmail.com for details and pricing.
New Enrollment for Fall 2015-16 Preschool at Adat Ari El
Join the award-winning, warm and welcoming community. Start your child off on the right foot by engaging them in their first school experience. Using a play and socialization based, Reggio Emilia-Inspired curriculum, you and your child will become part of this Jewish family where you can make friends for a lifetime. They offer a flexible schedule of days and times, optional hot lunch program, nurturing environment, low ratios, and high quality educators all contribute to stress-free separation. Their program inspires children to reach their full potential by valuing their interests and motivations. For more info, email bstrauss@aaeecc.org or call (818) 766-6379.
Free New PSAT practice test at Academic AchieversSat., Aug. 29th at 9:30am
Students in the 10th and 11th grades will begin taking the new redesigned PSAT in October, 2015. The redesigned PSAT will be tightly aligned with the redesigned SAT. What will it be like? How will your student do? Come and find out! It is free but you must RSVP info@AcademicAchievers.com or call (310) 883-5810. 2500 Broadway St. in Santa Monica, 90404 Trunk Club – An exclusive event presented in partnership with Tot Squad, Urban Sitter, and beGLAMMED
Sunday, Aug. 23rd from 12-3pm
Trunk Club, the personal styling service for men, is debuting their new service for women. Come for the afternoon of your dreams with these complimentary services:
– Stroller & car seat cleanings from Tot Squad
– Stylist consultation from Trunk Club for Women
– Hair & makeup mommy makeovers plus gift cards from beGLAMMED
– Supervised play area by Urban Sitter
– Mimosas and great door prizes!
RSVP to lamanager@thetotsquad.com by Aug 20th.
8886 Venice Blvd. in Culver City
Open House: See What Montessori Elementary Looks Like
Saturday, August 22nd from 10am-2pm
Kindergarten is age 4 years, 9 months in September. Affordable, progressive K-6th grade school where academic strengths are celebrated and differences supported. Perfect for creative, independent children and especially suited for hands-on and visual learners. Offering an experienced teaching staff, small class size, and individualized curricula. Read the reviews at greatschools.org, yelp.com. Experience learning on facebook.com. After school care available.
21338 Dumetz Road in Woodland Hills Six Things Parents Need for Back to School (That We Can’t Buy)
L.A. Puppet Theater: Tree of Wonders
August 30th at 3pm
Special Puppet Show presentation by the Los Angeles Puppet Theater Tree of Wonders, with arts & crafts to follow!
Members need leads – Can you help?
Looking for input on anyone that has used Mommy Train Karaoke. Email judy@lantrxinc.com.
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Looking for a Photoshop/Indesign tutor on a long term basis in WLA. Contact lowefamily9303@sbcglobal.net.
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Looking for a reliable driver to drive 12 year old from home in Valley Village to her softball practice in Santa Clarita on Thursday evenings, wait for her, and bring her home. During practice you are free to study, take a walk, run an errand etc. Practice is from 6:30-8pm, and would need to leave the home by 5:45. This could be a perfect side job for a nanny, student, older teenager. Will pay $12 – $15 an hour depending on experience. Email theecleggs@hotmail.com.
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Single parent needs help finding a rental. Preferably 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms – townhouse, apartment or house. Needed immediately. $1800 or less, and allows a small dog. Westside or Valley. Call (323) 493-3148.
Startup Clothing Website Seeking Team Members
Jacqueline B Clothing is a Thousand Oaks based clothing company that is looking to expand and create a dynamic digital shopping experience! If you are looking to refine your skills or just an exciting part time job Jacqueline B Clothing is looking for motivated individuals. Looking for Team Members in the following positions:
Photographer: (one year experience)
Customer Service: (one year experience)
Shipping/ Product Coordinator
Email abeuzieron@gmail.com.
Mattel Party on the Pier, Benefiting Mattel Children’s Hospital UCLA
Sunday, September 27th from 10am-2pm
The 16th annual Mattel Party on the Pier will be held at Pacific Park, Santa Monica Pier. The event features carnival games with fabulous Mattel toys, unlimited access to rides, on-site silent auction, celebrity appearances from hit children’s TV shows, and an exclusive VIP Tent for Sponsors. Proceeds provide unrestricted funding to launch high-priority programs and innovative discoveries that benefit children’s healthcare locally, nationally, and globally.
Healing Through Walking With Yael Katzman, MFT
Do you find yourself isolating or feeling lonely? Do the walls feel like they are closing in sometimes? Want to learn how to confront obstacles? Yael Katzman, MFT helps her client’s overcome life stressors and feel more empowered using a variety of strength based techniques. She understands that the healing space is very important and works with her client’s in her Encino office or other more natural settings. For more information call (818) 350-3822 for a free phone consultation.
Specialized One-on-One In-Home Tutoring at Unbeatable Prices
At Danny’s Tutoring, they have come together to offer your children the opportunity to receive quality tutoring at an unbeatable price! Danny’s tutors are fun and engaging teenagers who have mastered the material. Their flexible tutors are willing to commute to Agoura, Westlake, Oak Park, Thousand Oaks, Calabasas, Woodland Hills, West Hills, Tarzana, Goleta, and more. They pride themselves on services, especially the unbeatable prices! Call to schedule your first lesson at (818) 584-6851.
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.
THE CRITICAL WINDOWS during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for MUSIC development is 3 – 10 years. The more opportunity children have to experience healthy, positive and nurturing MUSIC 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 MUSICAL development: rattles and other toys for making rhythmic sounds, any objects that create gentle/rhythmic/musical sounds, toys that jingle/squeak/chirp/click/snap/ring, singing toys, play phones, musical instruments, any technology that plays music.
Some “MUSIC” tidbits from 30 months:
.. LISTEN purposefully to Toddler’s spontaneous singing
and repeating songs or rhymes over and over
(‘feeling heard’ is critical to emotional self-
development).
.. ENCOURAGE him to reproduce rhythms by you and him
clapping hands or by tapping a metal pie pan or loaf
pan or empty oatmeal canister with a wooden spoon.
.. REPETITION, repetition, repetition –
– sing the same songs again and again.
– repeating songs encourages the use of words
and future memorization.
Upcoming – “Music, pt. 7”
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