May 19 2016

No Time to Shop or Cook? Let Hava’s Kitchen do it for you!
Hava’s Kitchen provides the best of Italian and Mediterranean home cuisine, prepared with care and delivered fresh to your doorstep. Their food is made with high quality organic, local and seasonal ingredients, free range chicken and grass fed beef, and cooked to order. Make your selection from their weekly online menu. Try it for one week for as little as $80. See the introductory offer at www.havaskitchen.com.
 
 
Today in History
Ringling Brothers circus premieres. (1884)
Boys Club Day
 
 
Ready to rejoin the Workforce or find your direction?
Take control of your destiny and explore your potential. Your career is a major part of your life and it affects you as a whole person and your path to self-fulfillment. Thomas Hoffman M.S., Master Career Counselor uses a variety of proven techniques, testing and counseling to help you uncover your strengths and focus on your career goals. Services offered for clients in High School, College and Mid-Career changers. Expert in Workforce Return. Contact careerexplorers@msn.com or 818.661.3611.
 
 
Look Your Best This Summer
Start Kellie Blackburn’s 8 Week Nutrition Update (weight loss menus), or a 30 Days 30 Minutes home workout plan or get rid of belly bloat quick with her popular 3 Day Bikini Plan. All are now available for instant download at great prices! You’ll be ready for summer in no time.
 
 
Supported Birth Childbirth Education Classes
Tues., June 7th-28th from 7-10pm
Educate women/couples about birth based on technical knowledge, confidence in the natural biological process of birth, self exploration & pain coping tools/techniques. Couples will come out of class feeling empowered & positive about birth and that there’s “no one right” way or method for giving birth. Class sizes are limited. To sign up, call A Mother’s Haven at 818-380-3111. Private classes available.
 
 
Dress for the Mess: South Bay Mom Launches Tolutina, Modern Housedress For Moms
South Bay mom Christiana Simpson is launching the Tolutina Bombshell, a stylish retake on the housedress for moms. Designed to wear over work clothes (great for keeping work clothes clean during breakfast time) or as a layering piece, Tolutina is proudly made in the USA. They are currently having a Kickstarter to raise funds for additional production and were selected as a “Projects We Love,” https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1491933451/the-bombs.
 
 
Chimney Sweep & Fire Protection Co. announces Spring Cleaning Discounts
Is your fireplace a fire hazard or does it have a foul odor? AAA Chimney Sweep & Fire Protection Co is offering Jen’s List Members a $25 spring clean discount for their dust-free, professional Chimney Inspection & Cleaning Service! (expires May 31) mention this ad for $25 off! Also, $40 OFF our Dryer Vent Cleaning Service! Family owned/operated since 1977. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Licensed & Liability Insured. Named “Best in the southland” -KBIG-FM. BBB A+ Accredited!
800-287-2348
 
 
Lifeguard Lead
Griffin Dyne is 21 years old & currently a student at The University of Arizona studying business. He is American Red Cross certified in Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED & currently works as a professional ocean lifeguard at paradise cove in Malibu. He loves to work with and educate kids on water safety! Call 310-924-0505 or email griffindyne@gmail.com if your in need of a lifeguard for a pool party or other purposes!
 
 
SOPC’s Vacation Bible School: “Cave Quest” – Following Jesus. The Light of the World.
June 27th-July 1st from 9am-12pm
Experience God’s Word in surprising and unforgettable ways! Each day, leaders reinforce one simple Bible truth-which makes it easy for kids to remember and apply to real life! Kids will learn that Jesus gives them courage, hope, direction, love and power. The kids will embark on a Cave Quest adventure that will light their way. Camper Ages: 4 years-5th Grade. Junior Counselors: 6th-12th Grade. Cost: $35 if you register by June 5th, after June 5th is $45. Visit www.shermanoakspc.org/2016VBS to register or to obtain for more information.
 
 
Green Cleaning for Families, Businesses, and Others – Affordable and Personalized
At Lulou Green. they feel that everyone should have the opportunity to experience this wonderful new life style of to be green. Make the earth a better place to live. Whether you own pets, or live in studio apartment, condo, house, office, they can bring a renewed sense of life that it is safe for you, your family and the planet. They use green solution to address all of you green cleaning needs. Call 310-985-4151 for more info.
 
 
Plant Their Nikes
Nike Reuse-a-Shoe recycles your child’s old shoe soles to create lovely new playgrounds across the nation, where they’re most needed.
 
 
Kizingo Toddler Spoons
The patent-pending KIZINGO toddler spoons are uniquely curved to easily fit into toddler’s hands and work with the way they eat to make self-feeding less frustrating and more successful. Designed by moms who are also nutrition experts, KIZINGO spoons incorporate a curve that creates a more kid-friendly feeding utensil making it easier for little ones to feed themselves. The new innovative design promotes successful self-feeding by working with the way young children hold and use utensils, encouraging independence. BPA, PVC, Lead and Phthalate-free!
 
 
QB and Wide Receiver Private Coaching From Women’s World MVP and 2-time Gold Medalist Quarterback
World MVP Quarterback, National Champion, and 2-time Gold Medalist, Sami Grisafe, is offering private coaching for football players looking to take their Quarterback and Wide Receiver skills to the next level. Coach Grisafe will help improve footwork, throwing technique, catching fundamentals, quick release, route definition, defense reading and accuracy. Private coaching begins at $100/hr.
 
 
Dali’s Child Day Care
Located in a great neighborhood in Encino. They have a secure backyard and 2 bright rooms for indoor activities. Dedicated, experience, loving and caring teachers all of them are First Aid/CPR certified. They provide organic home-cooked meals and snacks. Preschool program. Music, dance, arts and crafts. Dali’s is a place where children are respected, listened to, loved and nurtured. They make learning fun! For more information, contact at 323-788-1024
 
 
Established instrumentalist teaches multiple instruments with Affordable rates
With over 10 years teaching experience, Manoela Wunder is a working musician with excellent credentials. Manoela teaches violin, viola, cello, piano, guitar, electric bass, drums, voice, and trumpet & is comfortable teaching all ages, from as young as 2 to adult. The teaching method is highly adaptable to each student’s learning style. References from current students available.
 
 
Fun Weekly and Monthly Summer Camps
July 5th-August 26th
Little Acorns Grow offers spectacular summer camps for kids 4-8 years old. This year they are offering Science, Art, Superhero, Theater, Pirate, Music, Farm and Around the world camps! In addition to the fun weekly themes, the kids have full advantage of the green outdoor play area and the fantastic afternoon enrichment classes. Whatever your child’s interests are you are sure to find them here. This is sure to be a summer of great experiences and memories. Contact 818-779-1099.
 
 
This bra will solve all your problems
No more bra discomfort – Knix Wear’s Evolution Bra is available to purchase! After raising $1.5M through crowdfunding, Knix Wear, known for their leak proof undies, is launching the 8-in-1 Evolution Bra on their website! The Evolution Bra was designed using feedback from women tired of wearing uncomfortable bras. The bra evolves with the active woman throughout her day, seamlessly transitioning through every activity from the office to the gym. With a wireless, four-way stretch design that moulds to the body plus moisture-wicking & anti-odor technologies, this bra gets rid of some common bra complaints women have like discomfort and odor.
 
 
The 3rd Annual MAINopoly: Taste of Main Street
Sunday, May 29th from 3-8pm
This is to raise funds for Summer SOULstice and Heal the Bay. MAINopoly is a fun, interactive community event in Santa Monica that mirrors the classic board game, and gives participants a culinary walking tour of Main Street’s finest restaurants, juiceries, ice cream stores, coffee shops and more.
 
 
If It Does Not Grow – Just Say No
Eatable Activities is for Kids for children of all ages to discover how much fun they can have with fruits and vegetables. This simple activity book empowers kids to explore healthy eating and living while helping them see just how much better they will feel eating foods to support their energy. The book teaches kids the importance of eating healthy through entertaining activities such as drawing and writing about their favorite foods; learning how fruits and vegetables CAN taste just as good as other foods they love; trying easy recipes that are fun and tasty; playing a “brave” game when trying new fruits and veggies; making food art; and more.
 
 
Join The Moms in Griffith Park & Climb Out of the Darkness in support of Maternal Mental Health
Saturday, June 18th at 8:30am
Join Team Los Angeles for Climb Out of the Darkness, the annual awareness & funds raising event benefitting the non-profit Postpartum Progress (www.postpartumprogress.org), one of the leading providers of information & support for moms with postnatal mood/anxiety disorders, like postpartum depression. We climb on or around the longest day of the year as a symbol for shedding the most light on maternal mental health. NO fundraising is required.
 
 
Open Jam Band at Burbank Music Academy
Saturdays 4-5pm
Jam Band at Burbank Music Academy is a great opportunity for musicians of all skill levels to get together and play music! Every Saturday, they gather on the BMA stage and learn new material on the spot. Playing in groups is one of the best ways for musicians to learn new techniques, develop a more mature musical feel, learn to improvise, and to have fun! All styles and instruments are welcome! $5/participant.
 
 
Golden Glo Tans offers a made in CA, Prop 65 compliant natural looking artist applied spray tan
Happy Hour Tans – May 25th from 12-4pm
Golden Glo Tans uses only the best solution, Sunless Beauty to create beautiful custom blended organic tans. The solutions are made locally in California and are free from any cancer causing agents. The DHA is vegetable based NOT CHEMICAL and safe for sensitive skin. The product and application process provide a flawless glow without risking sun exposure or chemical based tans. The studio is based in Beverly Hills but also provides mobile service in LA County.
424.302.9979
 
 
Angeles Mannies – Providing professional, qualified, educated, discreet childcare for your home
Angeles Mannies is a relatively new agency is Los Angeles, with professionals proficient in childcare, personal/executive assisting, house management, security and other aspects of household care. They are quickly working towards becoming a one-stop-shop for all your domestic needs, having multiple years both in recruiting and as a domestic employee in LA, they know how both sides of the coin look, and can navigate the whole process for both parties with ease.
 
 
Opioids and overdoses: 4 things to know
 
 
Swimming Lessons – Flexible scheduling for all families
The highest 5 Star Yelp reviewed swim school in the Valley! Flexible scheduling, Monday-Sat. 9am-6pm. Come 1x-6x a week. They use a unique, positive teaching methods to keep your swimmer safe, confident and happy in the water. Quite nurturing environment. Their well-heated saltwater pool naturally keeps your swimmer comfortable. Baby & Me lessons 6 months-36 months, group lessons ages 3-8 years, and private lessons are offered for all swimmers.
818) 716-1582
 
 
Temple Ahavat Shalom Infant Center Opening July 1st
Accepting babies from 6 wks-12 mo old. We recognize the importance of your child’s first two years of life & our “home away from home” has qualified, loving teachers. We offer new, beautiful classrooms and a developmentally appropriate program within a safe, welcoming and nurturing Jewish environment. Temple membership is free to all ITC / ECEC families. Call Tessa at 818-360-2258 x303.