Thursday October 22 2015

Willy Wonka: The Musical – Kelrik Productions
Fri. & Sat. at 7pm and Sat. & Sun. at 2pm
thru November 8th
Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy man comes to life featuring a talented cast and all your favorite songs from the classic film. Willy Wonka is a scrumpdiddlyumptious musical theater treat, taking the entire family on a fantasy ride to the land of pure imagination! A MUST SEE show for kids of all ages. Jen’s List members save $5 on tickets – use code “CANDY”.
 
 
Today in History
National Nut Day
 
 
Chaparral Fall Festival
This Sunday, October 25th from 11am-4pm
Fall Festival promises to be fun for the whole family and a chance to showcase your Halloween costume!! Admission is FREE! There will be rides, games, music and contests, food, prizes, arts and crafts, face and hair painting, silent auction, photo booth and so much more! Booths featured by Art Camp, Boys & Girls Club and Camp Kinneret! Click http://chaparralfallfestival.eventzilla.net/ to order your tickets. Silent Auction – Bid On These Impossible To Get Concert Tickets: Two tickets to KROQ’s “Almost Acoustic Christmas”, 2 tickets to the sold out “Jingle Ball” and 2 tickets to Power 106’s “Cali Christmas”.
22601 Liberty Bell Rd. in Calabasas, 91302
 
 
Your friend has cancer. Are you sure you know exactly what to say or to do to be the most helpful?
Probably not and that feels yucky, doesn’t it? 100 Acts of Love: A Girlfriend’s Guide to Loving Your Friend through Cancer or Loss is a modern, essential, refreshing, how-to guide offering practical tips on what to say (and NOT say) and specific ways to support and love a friend, co-worker or family member who is coping with cancer, loss or any crisis. What you do matters! Take action that matters! Order your book now at http://amzn.to/1NiZhkx.
 
 
GITFit Mobile brings the gym to your child’s school – Plus a 10% donation to the school
Sometimes the hardest part of exercise is getting to the gym in the first place. GITFit Mobile makes it easy. LA’s first mobile group exercise facility offers the attention of a personal trainer for a small group working out together. It’s perfect for parents. Their trailer is there at drop-off and before pick-up. And for teachers – before or after classes. Check them out at http://www.gitfitmobile.com/?mc=B28CF635-41FD-4202-822B-4E3E6242770C or call 323-791-2316 to reserve a spot now.
 
 
Happy Children Learn Best – Chatsworth Hills Academy Open House for Preschool-Grade 8
Saturday, November 14th at 9am
Discover why Chatsworth Hills Academy is right for your child! Emphasizing inclusion, collaboration, and creative problem solving, CHA keeps students actively engaged and happy at school. Classes are small, so children get plenty of individual attention, and the secure 16-acre campus is a rich learning lab for many hands-on explorations. To register for open house, call 818-998-4037 or visit www.chaschool.org.
 
 
Bird & Vine Clothing Warehouse Flash Sale
This Sunday, Oct. 25th from 10am-1pm
Come by and get some amazing deals. Items starting at just $10. Tons of styles. Super soft fabrics. Amazing deals. Many of these styles are current merchandise sold in high end retailers and resorts like Kitson, Fred Segal, Ritz Carlton, St. Regis and Four Seasons to name a few. Cash or Check only. Bird & Vine is located just minutes from Topanga Plaza. If you can’t make it but want to come, please call 818.400.3031 for a shopping appointment.
 
 
Give the Gift of Courtesy, Kindness, & Consideration
This holiday season, stuff stockings with the new Table Manner Cards from Golly Gee-pers. Family mealtime is SO important; yet teaching your kids proper etiquette can be a daunting task. Table Manners Cards encourages diners to compete for thumbs-up cards while avoiding thumbs-down cards in an effort to win a coveted Ready-to-Dine-Out award. Once introduced, kids will want them at every meal!  These cards educate empathy, civility, integrity and conflict resolution.  It’s fun for the whole family and keeps everyone politely engaged!
 
 
The cauliflower comeback
Cauliflower basics and recipes including Roasted Cauliflower Steaks.
 
 
Self-Care With Reiki & Essential Oils
Saturday, December 12th from 1-3pm
Most of us have some sort of trauma or injury to our bodies. Whether on a physical or emotional level, we cannot begin to start the healing process if we are in a constant state of tension and agitation. In this workshop, Jessica Miller will help you learn the power of your own healing touch, and show you the benefits of certain oils. Register online at www.goor.us/workshops-events/, call (310) 765-4871, or email info@goor.us. $30/early registration, $40/late.
 
 
From too loose, to too many extras, the most common car seat mistakes parents make
 
 
Open House & School Tours At Little Acorns Grow Reseda Elementary and Preschool
Wednesdays October 28th & November 4th at 9:30am
Curious about this school? Little Acorns Grow Elementary and Preschool in Reseda is offering school. See the beautiful, newly updated classrooms, green, organic playground and caring teachers and staff. RSVP at (818) 779-1099.
 
Special Event Icon  Moving Yard Sale
Saturday, Oct. 24th from 10am-2pm
1241 Bienveneda Ave. in Pacific Palisades, 90272
Family has twins. For sale – High chairs, infant car seats, pack and play, toys, games, ladies clothes, hand bags, shoes, electronics, mens clothes and more. Call 310-345-8500 for more info.
 
 
Receive a 90 Minute Massage For the Price of 1 Hour
Dana is an experienced massage therapist who sees her patients in her office in Valley Village as well as at their offices, homes, fund raisers and events. Trained and highly skillful in the following modalities:
Sports massage, Structural, Hot Stone therapy, Pregnancy, TMJ, Lymphatic drainage, Reflexology, Thai, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Works in a Chiropractic office in Valley Village and Encino. Accepts a variety of Medical Insurances. Since ’94. (818) 642-1228 or email Danideen8@gmail.com.
 
 
Rhythmic Academy 2015 November Team Challenge
Saturday, November 7th from 9am-6pm
Rhythmic Academy “November Challenge” Club Tournament. Teams 1 through 10 (Levels 3 to 9) will compete for medals, trophies and bragging rights and you’ll get a chance to preview some of the best Rhythmic Gymnasts in America! See sparkly gymnastic outfits, mind blowing skills and death defying tricks perfumed by top US gymnasts. Event admission is $10 for adults and only $5 for Children and Seniors!
 
 
She said, “You Are a Failure”
It’s time for the Bully inside to go away. It’s time for me to look at all I’ve accomplished and embrace it. I need to love myself, for all that I’m about.
 
 
Need Some “Me” Time? Time For a “ME-Treat”
Saturday, November 5th from 2-5pm
Grab your BFF and head over to Goorus Yoga Studio. Treat yourself to an afternoon of yoga, facials, food and fun! You don’t have to be an avid yogi to participate. You just have to be willing to set aside 3 hours to take care of YOU! Sound good? Reserve a spot at www.goor.us/workshops-events/, call (310) 765-4871, or email info@goor.us.
 
 
Girls Ages 4 ½-14: Play Some Softball, Early Registration Going on Now
Thousand Oaks Girls Softball Association, home of the 2015 ASA National Champions, is now registering players for the upcoming Spring 2016 season. Girls of all skill levels are welcome to join! For more information visit www.togsa.org or email playeragent@togsa.org.
 
 
You Know You’re From California When. . .
 
 
Open House at Pressman Academy of Temple Beth Am: Day School for the 2016-2017 School Year
Tuesday, November 3rd
Wednesday, November 18th
Thursday, December 3rd
Open House program begins promptly at 10:15am. Meet the Head of School, Dr. Erica Rothblum, principals, parents, current students, tour the campus and learn about the innovative academic curriculum and warm Jewish Community. For more information, contact Lesley Bloom, Admission Director at (310) 652-7354 ext. 227 or email lbloom@Pressmanacademy.org.
 
 
Bring Creativity, Beauty, Balance and a supportive community into your life
Design & Decorating services: Get ready for the holidays with interior design, closet/office/garage/home organization, party planning/creative services, personal shopping/styling, nanny services, photo organization, video montage creation, vegetarian cooking instruction/weekly meal prep. Sara Chadwick is a professional in the Fashion Industry and a Kundalini Yoga instructor, she loves kids and helping to bring balance, creativity, beauty and love to all she can. What do you need help with? Email sara.a.chadwick@gmail.com.
 
 
Is the guy you work for a jerk?
Whether you are an Executive or a Manager, you will at some point in your career utter these 8 little words; “The guy (or gal) I work with is a jerk.” And because you are smart and have your wits about you, you have figured out there is no changing the jerk. That guy was a jerk in high school and he’ll be a jerk in the retirement home. Jerks be jerks, after all. But how to deal with him?
 
 
Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks free Community Shred Day
Sat., Nov. 7th from 1pm-4pm
Everyone is encouraged to bring up to 4 boxes of paper documents to be shredded at no charge. Paper of any kind will be accepted, even with staples and paper clip. Binders, CDs, DVDs or other media, however, will not be accepted. For more information or questions, call 818-889-0902.
5600 Lindero Canyon Road in Westlake Village, 91362
 
 
Exceptional Massage Therapist Needed
Boutique Ayurvedic Wellness Center is looking for a Certified Massage Therapist to assist with occasional 2-person Ayurvedic Massage for 5-7 days in a row, as needed. Ideal person has a very intuitive touch, an interest in holistic health, a background in some sort of movement practice (like dance, martial arts, yoga), and an interest in learning about the Ayurvedic approach to health. Must hold a CMP or CMT certification, as well as liability insurance. Email madison@pcayurveda.com.
 
 
All Things Fall Playgroup
Join The Shape for a special “all things fall” themed playgroup. There will be sensory activities, pumpkin decorating, dance party and more. Come in costume and get a treat bag! The Shape of Behavior is an organization dedicated to providing behavior analytic services to children with autism and other special needs. This event is entirely free, and the whole family is encouraged to attend.
 
 
Fresh Start 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 & provide all equipment and supplies. Highest standards at affordable rates.