March 15 2016

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
Dumbstruck Day
Everything You Think is Wrong Day
Ides of March
 
 
Boost Confidence, Build Understanding, Earn Great Grades with StudyShop Tutoring
What PARENTS are saying about StudyShop:
StudyShop has tutored my daughter in Geometry and Algebra 2. Charles and his staff are awesome people. StudyShop is a wonderful resource and we are pleased with the results.” ~ Lisa D.
Doug is truly amazing with kids and getting them to learn in a way they understand. Our son has ADHA so it was no small task. You won’t be disappointed with StudyShop.” – Kristen M.
Give your child the gift of INSPIRATION. Contact charles@studyshop.org or 310-845-9130.
 
 
Come one come all to Temple Adat Elohim’s Purim Carnival and Purim Schpiel
Sunday, March 20th at 10:30am
They are presenting “Shushan Schlepper’s Purim Chai Club Band”, a schpiel using 21 Beatles songs, some famous and some more obscure to tell the story of Purim. They will have a live band as well as staff and temple members featured as actors in this musical extravaganza. It will be a terrific show for the whole family! Then stick around for the best Purim Carnival in the Conejo Valley from 11:30am-2:30pm. They will have rides, great food, attractions, a dunk tank, a cookie walk, and more. For more information, call 805-497-7101 or go to www.adatelohim.com.
24240 East Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks
 
 
It is almost summer, have you enrolled in Swim Lessons?
Summer is around the corner, does your child know how to swim? The Mission at the Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy is to make every student watersafe and provide an environment where every student learns and enjoys the benefits of swimming. Being watersafe is a MUST. Schedule your FREE evaluation lesson. Mention this listing and receive 2 free lessons. Must print this listing and bring it in to receive this offer. Registration fees not included. New students only, 2 month minimum, does not apply to adult lessons, cannot combine with other offers.
Westside JCC
5870 W. Olympic Blvd. in Los Angeles, 90036
323-525-0323
West Hills Location
22622 Vanowen St. in West Hills, 91307
818-449-8907
 
 
Applying to Private School for Grades 5+ ? Join Us for Free ISEE Practice Test + Panel Discussion
April 16th, May 21st or June 18th
Academic Achievers is hosting a Free Diagnostic Practice Test plus Private School Admissions Discussion at their facility in Santa Monica. While the students are taking a practice test, our panel will answer private school application questions. The panel consists of Jamie Bakal, private school consultant LA School Mates, Dr. Lauren Rubin, ISEE Test Director, Rob Stone, Application Specialist, and Janis Adams, Founder/CEO Academic Achievers. RSVP to info@AcademicAchievers.com.
 
 
Special Shopping Event at BLUSH BOUTIQUE in Calabasas – Meet Designer Veronica M & Spring Into Style
Thursday, March 17th from 10am-7pm
I LOVE this store! Shop Exclusive 2016 fashions. Gift with every Veronica M purchase. Raffles throughout the day including VM Spring 2016 styles. Shop the NEW collection from Stella & Dot & enjoy 50% off on their Trunk Show Exclusives! Enjoy drinks and small bites! Veronica M will be at Blush from 12-4pm. Blush has everything you need for the perfect spring break! For more info, contact Blush at 818-222-5874. Sneak peek at www.stelladot.com/sharihuntington.
 
 
Calabasas Relay for Life
Sat., May 14th
Cancer has touched many of us in some way. The local American Cancer Society Relay For Life event takes action to help eliminate cancer as a major health problem. Teams will take turns walking around the track to raise money and awareness to help the American Cancer Society in their lifesaving mission. Join the team or make a donation. Saving lives from cancer starts one team, one participant, one dollar at a time. Perhaps our children can be the ones to find a cure for cancer in their lifetime! Help make a difference. 
 
 
Should you become certified as a women-owned business in LA?
Are you a women entrepreneur and ever wondered if it might be beneficial to become a certified women-owned business in Los Angeles? In celebration of Women’s History Month, please join the TOGETHER! Team for a free educational panel and luncheon with Mayor Garcetti’s Office of Economic Development at the Historic Bradley Tower at City Hall.
 
 
Slow-cook your way to a family-friendly soup with 16 crockpot recipes
 
 
Super Cool SuperME To The Rescue
When you come into this world, your mind is not yet tainted by the reality of what is real life. Thanks to SuperME, a company that was inspired by two kids, children are able to take their imaginations to the next level. Daphne Kaufer designed the products based on her children Adam and Anna. Both kids enjoyed dressing up and playing different kinds of superheroes. She wanted to incorporate their favorite past-time into a reality that could be encouraging and innovative for all children.
 
 
Live Happy: Ten Practices for Choosing Joy
An eye-opening shift of how surprisingly simple, everyday acts lead to lifelong joy and fulfillment, from the experts at Live Happy magazine. Organized around the key components of a happy life, from gratitude to attitude and play to purpose, Live Happy brings together illuminating real-life happiness stories, eye-opening examinations on the science of happiness, and simple and inspiring everyday “happy acts” to empower readers to achieve big happiness breakthroughs. Live Happy shows readers how they can manifest it not only in their own lives but also make a positive and lasting difference in the world.
 
 
Spring Break “Singing, Dancing & Song Recording Camp” For Kids
March 21st-25th from 12:30-3:30pm
Where the students will get a chance to practice singing & dancing as well as get to record some popular songs as soloists & chorus singers! The children will leave with a copy of their Songs on CD on the final day! Classes will be held at Blue Starz in Sherman Oaks! Camp fee: $180. Open to children aged 3-9 years! Contact Ms. Dara at LimelightClasses@gmail.com.
 
 
Books and Cookies 2nd Annual Bunny Hop, Spring Party & Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 26th from 10am-12pm
Spring has sprung! Join us for the 2nd Annual Bunny Hop with Music Concert with Miss Kyla, Arts and Crafts with Nanny League, Glitter Tattoos by HELPR, Fun Photo Booth with Nicki Sebastian Photography Healthy Snacks, Raffle, Giveaways and More! Egg hunt at 10am! Music at 10:15am! All ages/$20 at door. $18 with RSVP(recommended since space is limited).
 
 
For the sweet kugel lovers
Crunchy surface noodles with plumped/pickled raisin flavor-bombs and fresh sautéed apples will keep the family coming back for more. While cooking NoYolks Broad Noodles (alt noodles okay) and plumping the raisins, sauté 3 peeled/sliced deseeded apples in butter and cinnamon. To a mixture of eggs, oil, sugar (alt sweeteners okay), vanilla extract and salt, stir in drained noodles, sautéed apples and pickled raisins. Pour kugel mixture in a coated baking dish. Sprinkle 1T sugar on top for crunch. Bake 1 hr. Vegetarian.
 
 
Sharsheret Seeks Full-Time Regional Director for LA Office, Opening Summer 2016
Sharsheret is a national organization dedicated to addressing the unique needs of young Jewish women and families facing breast cancer and ovarian cancer. The Regional Director will:
* Conduct community outreach and education
* Introduce Sharsheret to health care professionals, major medical centers, and Jewish and cancer organizations
* Cultivate stakeholders and partners
* Recruit program participants
* Liaise with campus groups, synagogues, and community centers
* Manage daily operations
Please see the full job description at http://www.sharsheret.org/sites/default/files/la-director.pdf.  
Send resumes and cover letters to resumes@sharsheret.org.
 
 
Music Meets Autism, a Concert is Born
Saturday, May 28th from 2pm-4pm
JHCS is a twice-a-year curated concert experience featuring music performances of all genres by individuals on the autism spectrum. The performers aren’t all “professional”, so it is a mixture of individuals who have been playing for a while and those who are passionate but have limited experience. JHCS creates an atmosphere of community, and the celebration of ability.
 
 
Do you have garage envy because your garage doesn’t measure up? Don’t agonize about it, OrganizIT
OrganizIT! is one of the fastest growing garage organization companies in Los Angeles. OrganizIT is a full service garage organization company, with a level of professionalism second to none. OrganizIT can help you with; Overhead storage racks, Slatwall wall organization systems, Full line of heavy-duty, garage cabinets, Garage flooring; interlocking garage floor tiles and epoxy flooring, Full line of accessories; hooks, shelves, baskets, Garage lighting options and more. Call OrganizIT at 818-232-7683 or click www.organizitco.com, for a design consultation.
 
 
10 reasons how being a child of the 70’s and teen of the 80’s made me a better adult today
 
 
Spring Camp Located in Calabasas – Ages 4-10 years
March 25th and March 28th-April 1st from 7am-6:30pm at Lupin Hill Elementary School
These fun filled days of Camp Calabasas Spring Camp will be filled with arts and crafts, cooking, science, free play indoors and on the playground, organized sports, activities and much more! Spring camp is sure to be fun filled and exciting. $40.
 
 
DIY free online graph paper – a blank slate for coloring
Circular – hexagonal pattern, grid pattern, polar graph paper, spider graph paper, circle grid graph paper. 
Triangle, rhombus, hexagonal – equilateral triangle, octagonal, hexagonal, dots, trapezoid, more triangles.
More.
 
 
Wednesday Support Groups in Valley Village
Moms(babes in arms are welcome!) from 1-2pm
Teens from 4-5pm
Couples from 7:30-8:30pm
Only $20/$30 per couple. No appt necessary, but recommended.
12441 W. Magnolia Blvd. in Valley Village, 91607 (across from Harvest Moon)
You can reach Ali at (818) 635-4344 or https://www.facebook.com/askalicounseling/
 
 
Hebrew School & Bar Mitzvah Prep. – Form Your Own Group of 5+ & they will come to you-Up to 15 Miles
Weekdays anytime between 10am-7pm
Tired of your Hebrew school? Open in Agoura since 2000. Unaffiliated. All backgrounds & interfaith families are welcome! 1hr weekly classes are taught mainly by Founder of JSN A patient, experienced & dynamic teacher. Curriculum covers Holidays, Israel, Bible, Hebrew, Prayers, Songs, Arts/Crafts & Jewish Cooking/Baking. All levels for Grade 1st-8th. Bar/Bat Mitzvah Full prep. Family-Israel tours offered 3 times yearly. For more info, email jsnbynomie@me.com or call 818-625-1621.
 
 
Test detects SLS in Honest Co. products
 
 
Wearpact.com – Organic & Fair Trade Certified Basic Apparel
They make soft undies, T’s, leggings, socks, dresses and more. They are out to change the apparel industry for good. The super soft everyday apparel is made using non-GMO organic cotton in a transparent supply chain that improves the lives of farmers and workers.
 
 
After-school Tutoring/Homeschool/Preschool Enrichment Classes
Aspen Learning is a private education company that provides a wide range of customized programs to kids 18mths-18 yrs old. Aspen has a holistic & “whole-child” approach to learning! Great for families in need of tutoring or those interested in homeschooling or an enrichment group.