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Hanukkah Concert for All Ages with Craig Taubman & The Rolling Steins
This Sunday, December 13th at 4pm at Temple Aliyah
Celebrate the 8th and final night of Hanukkah with a family-friendly Hanukkah Concert for All Ages featuring Craig Taubman & Hazzan Mike Stein & The Rolling Steins. Come hear this iconic artist sing his famous tunes as well as your favorite Hanukkah songs. Children are invited to attend the concert, and free childcare for children ages 3-5 is also available by reservation. Tickets start at $18 and can be purchased online at https://templealiyah.org/8thnight.
6025 Valley Circle Blvd. in Woodland Hills
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 Looking For An Incredible Experience For Your Kids This Winter Break? Send Them To Camp2 sessions of Art Camp: Dec. 22nd-23rd and Dec. 29th-30th. Students will create a variety of paintings, drawings, sculpture, and mixed media pieces over the course of two days. Each camp is $175 and includes all professional artist grade materials and snacks. We teach the fundamentals of art in a relaxed and positive environment. Read what others have to say at www.thearterie.org. Call at 805.379.1426 to register! Space is VERY limited.
Two FREE* Mom’s Trips to Israel
November and December, 2016
Applications now open for Momentum Moms Israel Trip with the JWI in partnership with the Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project. *Ground costs are free. Moms pay flight & tips. Scholarship eligibility: Jewish Moms with children under 17. LA/Valley Moms only. Two Trips: Nov. 7th-16th & Dec. 5th-14th, 2016 (Dec. trip is primarily for Moms who have elementary age kids). Apply at www.jwrp.org. To attend one of the informational evenings in Jan. or Feb. & for more info contact michali@aishla.com or Sharon 310-926-2356.
Spruce Up Your Garden for the New Year
Fall and early winter are some of the best times to plant in LA. Temps are cooler, the ground is moist, and El Nino hasn’t hit yet. Eden Condensed designs and installs beautiful and intimate gardens including thoughtfully designed water wise gardens, edible gardens, and gardens for patios, balconies, and flower beds. Angela would love to create a garden for you that inspires you to step outside and live. Email angela@edencondensed.com to set up a complimentary consultation.
Gift a Photo Session this year, from Jodi Jacobs Photography
This Holiday Season, give a gift to a family member that lasts forever with Jodi Jacobs Photography Picture Perfect Holiday Package. For $250, your session includes:
A one hour, on-location photo shoot (within 25 miles of the 90048 zip code) Wardrobe consultation Session tips Unlimited photography A password protected gallery with all photos from your session 20 digital images 1 8×10 luster finished print 2 5×7 luster finish prints *For special gift wrapping and shipping, please include $15.  UNLOCKING YOUR STORY – Writing WorkshopsJan. 14th-March 24th/10 Thurs. from 10am-1pm (Santa Monica)
Jan. 19th-March 22nd/10 Tues. from 10am-1pm (Woodland Hills)
A 10-week workshop is designed to explore the life experiences that have shaped and defined you. Using a variety of creative prompts and practical techniques, you will find the *spark* to unleash the stories that reflect the uniqueness of your personal journey. Bring a piece you’ve been working on, an idea you wish to develop, or simply come willing to explore. Instructor Karin Gutman, MFA, has been working with writers for over 14yrs and often works with deeply personal material. She is also an adjunct professor at Cal State Fullerton & coaches writers privately. Email Karin at karin@spiritofstory.com.
Let Alligator Pear Cater Your Holiday Celebration So You Can Be a Guest at Your Party
Alligator Pear offers fresh ideas, unrivaled cuisine and specialty services for any occasion. They take pride in their cutting edge approach and style, while providing exciting ideas tailored to each client’s needs and budget. A full service catering company, their talented staff can handle every detail from concept to completion to make your party a unique creation presented with innovative style. Let’s make your holiday party a one of a kind culinary experience! Call (818) 347-7860.
This Mom is Recommending to You the Most Skilled & Brilliant Educator to Work 1:1 with Your Child
Dr. Andy Mars is a PhD in Education who specializes in meeting individual children’s individual needs. He teaches teachers and principals around the country on how to best educate kids, but he has an office on Sherman Way between Reseda and Lindley and is available to work 1:1 with gifted or remedial kids. If you want the best for your child, contact Dr. Mars at (818) 344-7838. A list of some of the services he provides is available at www.Independent.Education. Tell him Marie O. referred you.
Looking For Work/Life Balance?
1 Million for Work Flexibility is the first national initiative calling for a collective voice in support of work flexibility. They are moms, dads, millennials, retirees, military spouses, and more who know work flexibility has important benefits for families, businesses, and communities. Take a few seconds to join at www.workflexibility.org and show your support. Help them get traction to create productive change in the workplace and get closer to a better work-life balance for all.
Calabasas Room for Rent
Seeking female student or mature adult to rent private room with bathroom in beautiful guard gated Calabasas home. Room is downstairs and separate from other bedrooms. Will be living with single, female, professional owner of home. Access to kitchen, washer dryer, swimming pool. All utilities paid including DirecTV and WIFI. No pets and non smoking. $1150/ month. Email calabasasroom@gmail.com.
A Faery Hunt’s Amazing Magical Adventure
Saturday January 30th at 10:30am
At Griffith Park, join this interactive performance filled with beautiful fairies, music, fun and enchantment. As the audience makes their way through the forest, they actually become part of the story. You’ll meet faeries and funny creatures, maybe even Faery Royalty! A perfect show for the young and the young at heart! Groups and parties are welcome. Reservations suggested at (818)324-6802 or reservations@afaeryhunt.com. Tickets are $15 per person.
Stay On Track This Holiday Season
Worried about staying on track this holiday season? Nykki’s Cleanse, the Total Lifestyle Cleanse & Nutrition Program by Nykki Hardin, is dedicated to helping you stay on track so you can start 2016 off light in your body, mentally focused, and already living your best Self physically, mentally, and emotionally. It regenerates at the cellular level, carving a path so you connect to your life in a new and meaningful way. Claim your holiday gift of $50 off with coupon HOLIDAYS.
Music Lesson Leads
Guitar & Bass Lessons In Your Home
Freddie has been teaching music to children ages 5 and up for over 10 years. He believes the process of learning music should be a fun, easy and joyful experience for all ages. Freddie has a BA in Music with a concentration in Sonic Design from Carleton University, and has performed professionally in countless venues all over the world. Group rates available for families with more than one student per household. References available. Email falhajj@gmail.com. Rates: $34/30min, $40/45min, $45/1hr.
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Music Lessons For All Ages By Experienced & Accomplished Musicians
Offering private music lessons for piano, violin, drums, flute, voice and more. Students of all age groups can receive the full learning experience, and group music lessons of all instruments for those who want to experience a taste of how to play the instrument. The school is designed to guide students in developing performance skills in music, and to also understand the background of the music they learn…who wrote the music, what is the music trying to convey, why is the music written in a certain way.
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Private Music Study In Your Home Piano/Voice/Guitar
Study Music Privately in the comfort of your home. Take on special projects. Performance opportunities. Crafting lyrics and melodies. Piano/Voice/Guitar. Accomplish your needs and desires. Positive and enthusiastic instructor. Focus on acquiring the skills you need to play the pieces you adore, accompany yourself, compose music. Entertainment for Private Parties too. Email cathleencrone@earthlink.net or call (310) 390-1969.
Handyman Lead
Brian the Handyman has over 30 years experience, has reasonable prices and can do anything. He can install faucets, fix doors that won’t close, hook up surround sound systems, assemble furniture, paint, plumbing (limited to repairs), electrical, carpentry, tile work and more. Call (818) 321-1753.
The Best Beginner Recipes for the Spiralizer
I bought http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/paderno-sprializer/ a few days ago and LOVE it! Here are some recipes that are easy to make and SO good too!
Garage Sales
Saturday, December 12th from 8am-1pm at Kirk O’the Valley School
Children’s clothing, books, toys for all ages, gently played with, in good condition, collected from over 100 families. Bargain prices. Some discontinued toys that sell for top dollars on Ebay. Everything must go. 19620 Vanowen St. in Reseda, 91335
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Saturday, December 12th from 8am-1pm
Jewelry, collectibles, cameras, china, jackets, purses, kitchenware, small appliances, tools, furniture, children’s clothing, clothing, clothing & more! A must come. view some sale items facebook @ thirdxaround. hosted by: re & Judy’s Hands. 20420 Orey Place in Winnetka, 91306
Limited Space May Be Available for Your Child for Day &/or Overnight Camps Over Winter Vacation
This will be Camp Exploration’s 24th winter season. These programs are the most positive and engaging camps. Kids love these Ph.D. led opportunities. Contact info@KidsMakeADifference.org to schedule a meeting with the director to find out more now. Winter Travel Day Camp runs December 21st-24th. Wonderful Winter Week Away runs December 26th-30th. Magic Mountain New Year’s Eve Overnight runs December 31st-January 1st. Also schedule now to find out about the summer day and overnight camp options.
Mannies of L.A.
Looking for a Male Role Model (Sports Coach, Tutor, Artist, Musician)? Mannies of L.A. offers families positive male role models for their child. They have mannies, tutors, sport coaches, artists, musicians, and many other talented male role models. Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time, or very minimal amount of hours, they have it all.
Speech Therapy
Derra Huxley, M.A., a CA state licensed speech pathologist in the S.F. Valley, is highly experienced in working with children with articulation difficulties. She is a mother of 2, loves children, and makes therapy fun. Derra teaches parents how to help work with their child at home to maximize what they learn from therapy sessions with her. Derra also has an Accent Reduction business for fluent English speaking foreign born individuals who wish to improve their pronunciation. Call (818) 385-1716.
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Camp JCA Shalom Informational Meeting for Prospective Campers
Thursday, December 17th at 7:30pm
While it might be a little chilly now, it’s actually the best time to start considering summer camp options for your child. Come meet Camp JCA Shalom’s camp director Joel Charnick to learn about their residential camp program in Malibu. This is an informational meeting in woodland Hills and there is no pressure to sign-up. However, meeting attendees will receive a $50 discount towards camp & learn of other discounts. RSVP to tracey.rosen@gmail.com by 12/13 to receive address or call (818) 451-7781.
Learning Specialist & Academic Tutor
Josh has extensive experience tutoring and teaching at many private schools, including: Campbell Hall, Windward, New Roads, New Community Jewish High School, Bridges Academy, Westmark, Sierra Canyon, and many others. He specializes in writing/literature, and helping students with learning challenges, such as Dyslexia, Autism, ADD, and Aspergers syndrome. He also home schools and coaches students on college essay writing. Education: B.A. Sarah Lawrence College & Oxford University.
16 festive candy cane recipes that are sure to delight your kiddos this Christmas
New Wright Mommy & Me Class is Forming for August/September/October/November Babies in Sherman Oaks at Bini Birth
The session runs from January 11th-February 28th on Mondays from 9:45-11:15am. This Class will be lead by Lindsay Anderson, LCSW. Wright Mommy & Me classes nurture the adjustment to motherhood and explore topics throughout baby’s first year, while creating a place to find new and supportive friendships with other moms. Mention Jen’s List and your first class is free! The enrollment fee for the 8-week session with one free class is $280. Email your name, baby’s name, birth date and “Bini January” to contact@wrightmommy.com. To access more info, FAQs or Lindsay’s bio, visit www.wrightmommy.com.
Alan Freeman Construction: Bringing You a Combination of Quality Work & Great Service
Handling all aspects of construction, including carpentry, electrical, concrete and masonry, tile work, finish and framing, painting, complete remodeling (including all planning and permits, drawings etc.). Very competitive prices. Licensed. Call (310) 592-5377 or email hammer633@charter.net for a free estimate.
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Friday December 11 2015
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