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So Many Schools, So Many Options, How Do I Choose?
L.A. School Scout™ injects calm, humor, compassion, and expertise into finding the right fit school for your child. Whether it’s for public, private or parochial school, L.A. School Scout™ will help you come up with a plan and a timeline, and provide the advice you need along the way. If you need help planning for a September 2017 admission, contact L.A. School Scout™ at sandy@LAschoolscout.com or 877.877.6240.
Today in History
National Popcorn Day
A Preloved Affair
A designer resale service run by a local mom. She specializes in authentic designer goods. Do you have a closet full of clothes, shoes, handbags or jewelry that you are not wearing? Turn your closet into cash. She is an expert in buying and selling pre owned designer items on eBay. She can also “hunt” down that hot item that was sold out in the stores or was from a past season. Contact Melissa at melpap2@gmail.comfor further info.
Progressive Education in the Valley
Children’s Community School has been teaching elementary age children (K to 6) for over 30 years. Progressive education has been a staple of American education for over 100 years. With a focus on learning by doing and helping children know themselves as learners, CCS’ socially conscious curriculum has helped create students who are prepared for middle school, but more importantly for life. Come see it for yourself!
Upholstery Slipcovers L.A.
Upholster your sofa (7-8ft, fabric included) – $699
Slipcover your sofa (7-8ft, fabric included) – $599
Free in home consultation. Over 1000 fabrics in stock for you too choose from. Special bonus – free SCOTCHGARD! MANY happy Jens List members! Call 818-539-4561 or email fabricsupfront@gmail.com.
Get In Shape Quickly
Personal trainer, Kellie Blackburn will come to your home and take you through the best full body workouts to get you results. You may have done all kinds of workouts, now do it right for full effect. She has developed an abs and buns series that really works! You will have a flat tummy and in shape booty in no time. Nutrition coaching included. Call text or email Kellie for a great rate at 310-436-5118 or kellie@kelliefit.com. Beth’s new Make-Ahead Freezer and Slow Cooker Class is HERE
Friday, Jan. 29th and Sunday, Jan. 31st, both in the morning
Menu includes:
Freezable Organic Chicken Tenders-so much better than Dino’s and Mickey Nuggets-the whole family can eat this!
The Best Homemade Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Slow Cooker Italian Artichoke Chicken
Organic Chicken and Pasta Vegetable Bake
Robin’s Lentil Soup
Slow Cooker Barbeque Chuck Roast
*Recipes subject to change
$75 per person if paid by January 18 ($10 special discount)
To sign up, go to www.nutritioninthekitchen.org and click on CLASSES on the top menu.
From too loose, to too many extras, the most common car seat mistakes parents make
Looking to form a group of 4-5 bright 4th grade children for math tutoring
Willing to host in Woodland Hills home or can do round robin. Math tutoring is quite expensive and a group would be more economical. This group is for bright students doing well in all subjects but need a little extra help with core curriculum math. Email blieinhara@earthlink.net.
Hands down….The BEST place for brows
Ronnie Retin is truly an EXPERT at what she does. Ronnie has 10+ years of experience & has been deemed a true artist by her clients. She believes in a FULL, NATURAL LOOKING BROW, that frames YOUR face and bone structure. You will not experience thin, over plucked, or “one size fits all” brows here. She gives each person the best shape for each individual person. Ronnie specializes in “brow rehab”(as I had to go to…LOL) and takes the time to teach each client how to reach their best brow potential. Ronnie is available Tues-Sat., from 9am-5pm at The Brow Barre inside the Vintage Beauty Bar in Woodland Hills. You will LOVE her AND your brows! Call (818) 970-4139 or book your appointment at https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/TBB4ZJ.
Cooking with a Toddler Jr. Chef
“I helped Mama, too!” 10 tips to make cooking with toddlers easier for everyone. 1) Keep it simple; 2) Let your toddler lead; on through 8) Introduce literacy; 9) Invite your toddler to help clean up; 10) Eat your results and enjoy.
Casting
Are you tired of keeping a secret and want to reveal the truth?
A new documentary series is looking for people who have a secret. Are you keeping a secret from friends and family, and for any reason, not told them yet? Everyone has secrets, but your story should not carry shame anymore. If you are willing to share your truth-we would love to hear your story! THERE IS COMPENSATION! To submit please fill out our quick online application: https://westcasting.formstack.com/forms/untitled_form_53 or email Shannon at mccartycasting@gmail.com.
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A Hypnotizing New Game Show for FOX “You’re Back To The Room” is Coming To America
Apply at http://ybitrcasting.com/.
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New Backyard Wedding Show
Are you getting married this January or February? Are you having a backyard ceremony? Looking for fun, dynamic couples who are having a backyard wedding that could use help with some finishing touches. This is a memorable and personal experience so we would love to be there to document this special day! Email BackyardWedding2016@gmail.com & include name, phone number, city, photo of you and your fiancé, photo of the backyard, and your wedding date.
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Auditioning Teens To Star In New Show
MysticArt Pictures & a Major TV Network are teaming up to producer new TV series Teen Entourage starring opinionated, sensational teens who are the next generation of influencers in their area of expertise, including Fashion, Beauty, Culinary, Design, Social Media, Relationships, Business, & Health/Fitness. Auditioning experts ages 12-16 nationwide! They’re moving quickly, so visit www.mysticartpictures.com and click on Now Casting to learn how to apply.
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Looking for great LA events/occasions coming up that may call for a custom-made cake, specially designed by Duff and his team
This celebratory new series for the Food Network is called Cake Masters, and highlights the creative work of Duff whose LA bakery Charm City Cakes West is redefining the art of high-end cakes. Looking to feature several, amazing LA organizations, venues & events in the series. Looking for fun celebrations, (anniversaries, birthdays, new releases, special events, etc.) that may call for a high-end cake, specifically designed for the occasion. Each episode will have a few cakes but will center on one primary showstopper cake. Their team would work very closely with your company’s event & Duff’s bakery.
Looking for a fun way to engage your kid in giving back?
CommuniGift is an invitation and gift-purchasing platform that helps kids share their birthday with a child less fortunate. It’s our aim to provide kids with a very fun, tangible giving experience, and create impact out of the billions spent on birthday gifts each year. Visit https://communigift.com/, pick your birthday buddy, and invite guests to buy a gift while they RSVP. The gifts will automatically ship to the partnering nonprofit and your birthday buddy will have presents he/she has never before had!
Children’s GRAMMY nominees benefit concert
Saturday, February 13th at Lucky Strike Live in Hollywood
All five of this year’s nominees will perform a public all-ages concert. Ticket sales benefit the Symphonic Jazz Orchestra’s Music in the Schools program, serving more than 3,400 children around LA County each week. Tickets: $15 advance, all ages.
6801 Hollywood Blvd. (at Highland)
LEGO Build Workshops – FREE to registered contestants
January 23rd & 24th, February 6th & 7th, 20th & 21st at the South Coast Botanic Garden
Any creation begins with a vision. From humble beginnings to the grandest of visions, South Coast Botanic Garden and its tremendous vision plan incorporate a unique history to bridge the gap from the past into the future, and you can be a part of it! Individuals or teams of Builders are invited to journey into the future by helping to realize the vision of a world-class Garden and its impact on the community through their own creative minds.
26300 Crenshaw blvd in Palos Verdes Peninsula, 90274
Do you believe that snacking is bad?
If you’re a busy mom on the go you need quick, high-protein snacks to get you through the day. Lots of healthy choices with Weight Watchers SmartPoints and Simply Filling ideas.
Employment Positions Available
Part-time Bookkeeper Needed
Experienced bookkeeper needed to manage accounts receivable and accounts payable for digital marketing company. Must be an expert with Quickbooks. Probably work one day a week in the Calabasas office or from your home. Please send resume and cover letter to jen@globalsell.com.
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Growing travel/events company is expanding and looking for a new PT employee
Approximately 20 hours a week, $17-18/hour. Hours flexible, but must be divided equally between all 5 days and also happen during business hours (between 9am-4pm). Office is in North Hollywood. Must be very detailed oriented and have an interest in travel/hotels/events/weddings. Also, must be computer/tech savvy and have excellent customer service. If interested, contact amy@wherewilltheystay.com.
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Part time accounting assistant needed for a busy commercial real estate company
Duties include general bookkeeping; creating/updating reports and spreadsheets; professional communications with vendors, customers, business partners and bank representatives via phone and email; web research for various city/state business forms & tax requirements. Also responsible for maintaining hard/digital files, filing, processing interoffice billings, sorting mail and mailing checks. Must be a problem solver, extremely detail oriented, proactive, able to work independently & take instructions to follow specific systems in place. Must have experience in MS Office, Excel and QuickBooks Enterprise. $17-$18/hour with benefits. Email resume to susanmartin@naicapital.com.
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Part-time HR position at Davis Research
Davis Research is hiring a part-time HR manager. 5 years of HR generalist knowledge is required along with strong people skills. Bachelor’s degree is required. Must be able to work 24-28 hours per week. Great employees and good flexibility for the busy mom who still wants to keep up her professional skills and develop her resume! If interested, email a resume and cover letter to humanresources@davisresearch.com.
Parents! Are you looking for an awesome charter school for your kids next fall?
Come check out Valley Charter Elementary School! They are a free, independent public charter school that goes through 8th grade. They value community, diversity, responsibility and academic excellence. The classrooms are small, the environment warm, and the instruction dynamic. Come see what makes them special! Applications are due for the lottery by Feb 6th so book a tour or come to a prospective parent night! If you have any questions that you’d like answered by a parent, you can email Stefanie at Babyonbored@gmail.com or check out the school website at www.valleycharterschool.org.
Department of Cultural Affairs’ Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery (LAMAG) is pleased to present a trailblazing exhibition SKIN
February 7th-April 17th at the famed LAMAG
The timely, topical and thought-provoking presentation examines the work of 36 contemporary artists, who are expanding the ongoing dialogue about race and identity. With works by artists such as Kara Walker, Nery Gabriel Lemus and Ken Gonzalez Day, the show promises to be a visual feast with its size and scale, mixed media artworks and powerful content designed to build a greater understanding of racial relations and breakdown negative stereotypes.
4800 Hollywood Blvd.
How to clean your refrigerator without losing your cool
Painting Party – Plan a fun & creative birthday for your child
Everyone goes home with a fabulous painting! Even if you have never picked up a paintbrush, she can walk you through the steps to create your first masterpiece! Kids love this. Over 25yrs. as a working artist & teacher. Contact Laura Peisner at peisnerlaura@gmail.com, for more info.
Life is short. Be a better you!
Allison Cohen is a licensed therapist with over 13 yrs experience offering real solutions to real life problems. Allison has appeared on the TODAY show, NPR & has been quoted in COSMOPOLITAN, HUFFINGTON POST, PBS, WEBMD, GLAMOUR, EHARMONY, IVILLAGE & more. Specializing in:
Couples/Relationships
Self-Esteem/ Personal Growth
Family Conflict
Anxiety/Stress
Communication Skills
Life Transitions
Depression
Building Physical & Emotional intimacy
Alternative Sexuality
Kink Aware
Intuitive Eating
Shine brighter in 2016
Reduce fine lines & wrinkles, minimize pore size, tighten and lift skin naturally with no toxins, chemicals or lasers. The next “big thing” in anti-aging treatments, Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) or microneedling can be done on all skin types with low risk and minimal down time. Also improves acne scars, pigmentation & stretch marks. Call or email for more information and your free consultation – 818.268.3884 / terinoaesthetics@gmail.com.
Your home will be protected from stove fires in minutes, simply plug it into the back of your stove
There is always smoke before fire. This is why FireAvert is activated by your smoke alarm, cutting the power to your stove and oven before there is a flame. Unattended cooking ranges are the #1 cause of home fires in the US, FireAvert helps prevent you from being another statistic.
Rock Theatre 2016 Membership Auditions for Kids & Teens
Sing, dance & perform with Rock Theatre. Be part of a small group of creative kids & teens who share the joy of performing pop, rock, hip hop and musical theater. Train with industry professionals. Build your performing skills and gain stage experience. Only one rehearsal per week.
Time Shares Available
Deer Valley 4 bedroom multi-level condo, Silverlake mid-mountain area
February 21st-28th
Ski in-ski out. Gym, pool and spa on site. All the amenities of a hotel. On call shuttle service. Ski valet. If interested, text Cory at 818-448-4338. Usually $1000 a night, but willing to do it for $5000 for the week.
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Four Seasons Avaira Time Share week in Carlsbad
June 5th-June 12th
One week time share rental is available for rent, right when school is out! Beautiful two bedroom/three bathroom unit, approximately 1,500 s.f., with washer/dryer in the unit. Sleeps 8. Located 5 minutes from Legoland and beaches. You can check the Four Season Avaira website for photos of the units. Beautiful location and resort. Asking $2400 for week. If you are interested, contract Leslie3@gmail.com.
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Tuesday January 19 2016
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