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Thank you to everyone for all your support and love over the past week.
My dad was my rock and I am forever changed since his passing. I always knew no matter what, he would be proud of me. He was the most positive human being I’ve ever met. His children and grandchildren were his greatest pride and joy. He would do anything for any of us. He taught me what it means to forgive and I will always be grateful to have been his daughter. He made my heart shine and I will miss him every minute of every day of every week of every year.
Love,
Jen
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Go Skate Day
International Yoga Day
Dr. Tanya Altmann is now offering confidential phone/e-mail/Skype consultations
Consultations available for child health and parenting issues such as nutrition, sleep, illnesses, potty training, school readiness, ADHD, referrals to top specialists and other questions and concerns. Single sessions, packages or VIP concierge consultation services are available. Call 818-914-4429 or email DrTanya@CalabasasPeds.com.
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.
Looking for immediate submissions of identical multiples of all ages and newborn babies under 9 lbs
Paloma Model & Talent is a family-run, SAG-AFTRA franchised children’s talent agency that is very well known and respected by casting directors, clients, and talent alike. Email paloma@palomamodelandtalent.com your submission of identical twins under 9 lbs ASAP. Other submissions will not be considered.
 Beach Family Hand Print keepsakes that last a lifetimeSaturday, June 25th from 10am-1pm
Summer is here! Bring the whole family to the Encino Gymboree to create a unique beach family hand print keepsake. They are always there the 4th Saturday each month. Customize your design on a family keepsake with a beach theme, colors and writing at www.clayprints.com. Call Kristan at (310)802-8013 for your appointment! Walk-ins always welcome.
https://www.clayprints.com/photo-albums/family-impressions-album/ Marks and Bleue – A Los Angeles based full service interior design firm
They focus on a mindful approach to effortless, yet refined interiors. Their designs are known for a unique blend of modern and vintage, with an appreciation for natural materials. The firm offers services ranging from design consultations to complete house renovations. Recent work includes projects in Beverly Hills, Studio City, Pasadena, and Santa Barbara. Contact them to set up your first consultation for free!
Pacific Swim School
Pacific Swim School offers private and semi-private swim lessons in the comfort and convenience of your own home or at one of their pools. The experienced, WSI certified instructors will teach your child to swim using their proven building block method by assessing your child’s skill level the 1st lesson and building upon their skills through fun interactive games until they learn how to swim. Pacific Swim School also provides lifeguarding to keep pools parties worry free. Email pacificswimschool@gmail.com for more info.
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A Valuable Scholarship for a Free Camp Week is Available for the Child of a Single Mom
Email M90265@gmail.com if you are a single mom raising your child on your own. Your email should include why you think you deserve a free a week of camp and what you would hope for in this free week of camp for your child. The deadline for your application is June 26th. How can you resist such a reward from moms to mom (Mom2Mom). If you’re not a single mom, be sure to tell other moms you know.
Calling all Young Classical Musicians – ages 5-30 – Classics Alive Young Musicians Auditions
4 age divisions. Winners selected based on exceptional musicianship. Winners in all divisions. Open for Piano, Strings, Woodwinds, Brass, Plucked Instruments and Ensembles. Preliminary Auditions judged via uploaded performances to YouTube – deadline June 30th. Prizes: $4000 total cash prizes, Included on the Roster of Classics Alive Young Artists, Evaluator’s comment sheets, performance opportunities. Contact Jean Schreiber at 818-436-6173 for more info.
www.classicsaliveartists.org/Auditions/2016/AuditionInfo.html Ice Cream Social at My Gym in Woodland Hills
This Friday, June 24th from 4:15-6:15pm
Escape the heat… It’s party time! You’re invited to bring friends and family for a fun time at My Gym! Exciting My Gym activities, games, rides, music and ice cream from Chloe’s Soft Serve!
And Members – tell your friends about the classes at My Gym:
You get $10 off next session if a friend signs up
You get $25 off next session if 2 friends sign up
You get one month free if 3 friends sign up!
And New Friends:
Free membership ($75) & $15 off first session!
Summer Camp:
Sign up for camp during the Ice Cream Social and receive an additional 15% off your total!
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Summer Nights In the Garden at NHMLA
July 8th, 22nd & Aug. 5th, 19th from 5-9pm
At Summer Nights in the Garden, unwind under the stars with great music, nature-inspired cocktails, hands-on garden and science projects, botanical tours, food trucks, and more. Get outdoorsy and spend your Friday nights at NHM! Free Admission. Advanced Reservation Required.
Calling all Los Angeles parents: Join the Mother Company for FREE story time with Ruby at Target Culver City
Saturday June 25th at 10am and 3pm This FREE event is designed just for you and your family, with food, fun, drinks and gift bags. Los Angeles vendors with food and drinks like the famous Coolhaus ice-cream sandwiches. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-mother-co-x-target 5 Ways to Create an Anti-Depressant Brain
Written for mental health professionals, this article by a clinical psychologist (and comments by international professionals) describes how when our core set of natural anti-depressants is intentionally tapped, our brain activity can create more resilience and happiness within us. Concepts: mindfulness, compassion practices (including self-compassion), play, and living with purpose.
Professional Photo Sessions for Family, Teens, Kids, Couples, Corporate and more
Headshots and family portraits are about energy, personality and fun! TLKmultimedia specializes in capturing priceless moments of you and your loved ones in natural light, on-location, or in-studio while making you shine and feel comfortable behind the camera. Let us craft a headshot or business portrait to communicate your unique brand. Book a photo session with TLKmultimedia this Summer to receive a $50 discount as a Jen’s List member! Call (805) 558-0188 or email tracie@tlkmultimedia.com.
Upgrade to Cutco Cutlery and NEVER Replace Kitchen Knives Again
Tired of replacing and having to constantly sharpen your kitchen knives? Cutco produces the world’s finest cutlery, their products are made in the USA, and every product that they make is backed by their forever guarantee. If you are ever unsatisfied with the performance of any Cutco product, Cutco will correct the problem or replace the product. No receipt necessary. Additionally, right now Cutco is offering amazing buy now bonuses that cannot be found online. To schedule a free in home demonstration and receive these remarkable bonuses, contact Stone at 818-585-3800.
So you’re a non-meat-eater having a barbecue…
Check out these veggie burgers: Sun-Dried Tomato, Basil and White Bean Burgers; Essential Tofu Burgers; Black Bean and Corn Burgers; Turnip Burgers; Beet and Feta Burgers; Zucchini Quinoa Burgers; Spinach, Mung Bean and Millet Burgers; Hummus and Mint Veggie Burgers; more.
Way beyond frozen, packaged, TVP and bland, learn how to make any veggie burger without a recipe, starting with beans and grains. How-to-freeze in comments.
Are you seeking a multi-versed Designer/Shopping maven?
On call, hourly, mature professionally trained UCLA Interior Design Grad, with a personal touch. Will help you with home decor, shopping, personal wardrobe/stylist, and Healthy Home and Family Food Coach? Worked with high profile clients who need bespoke services. Impeccable references.
Alcohol/Drug Addiction/Eating Disorder/Mental Health treatment
Are you or a loved one struggling with a chemical dependency/drug addiction/eating disorder and/or alcohol use. Ready to break the cycle or need an intervention? Marla Corburn has over 15 years experience working in the Behavioral Health field with many resources for treatment at all levels of care. All calls confidential. Call 310-428-0190 for more info.
How I Sent My Hug Around The World – Children’s Book
Award-winning author, Donna Conrad releases new children’s book HOW I SENT MY HUG AROUND THE WORLD – published by Hummingbird Press. When our leading lady, Tippi, sees that the cranky mood that began in her family is spreading bad-BAD-stinky-bad moods around the world, she vows to reverse it. With a single hug to Mama, Tippi’s sunny-yummy-sweet-as-honey good mood reaches every living thing in the universe — and that includes frogs!
Meditation at Casper’s summer house
June 21st from 6-7pm
Meditating is like napping: It’s so easy, you can do it with your eyes closed. Their guide will take you through breathing and body awareness techniques to help you unplug and unwind. Led by Christina Huntington of Unplug Meditation. Casper, the sleep startup named one of the “Best Inventions of 2015” by TIME Magazine, has opened a “summer house” on Abbot Kinney in Venice, CA. Casper’s summer house is open to the public now through early fall.
YSCLA Basketball Skills Clinic
Come train & develop your basketball skills with Youth Sports Connection LA. They focus on the basics: dribbling, shooting, passing, footwork, offense and defense, & conditioning. Gain confidence in your game by building a strong foundation & good habits through practice & drill-work. All skill levels welcome for 1st-8th grade. For more information, email info@youthsportsconnectionla.com or call/text 818-600-1814.
Happy Kitty! Make a DIY tree stump scratch pad
Create a “trunk” with rolled up/taped strips of cardboard. Decorate trunk outside with glued broken cork sheet pieces for a ‘bark’ look (optional). Glue bottom with a circle of felt. Catnip sprinkle optional. Sooo much better than the arm of your sofa.
Play and Grow Smart-er Tips
Since 2010 Nancy Pyne-Hapke, author of “Play and Grow Smart, A Guide Supporting Brain Development, Birth through Five,” has been giving weekly tips from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books to aid your child’s optimum skill development through proactive neuroscience-based activities.
SKILL DEVELOPMENT points, 24- to 30-month-olds:
* THE 2s. Ah, the 2s.
– Toddler is more “assertive.” This is a good thing!
The brain is evolving to create the awareness of
independence, that she’s a separate person from
you, and she realizes she has a mind of her own.
– His “defiance” is the developmental tug-of-war
between “doing it myself” and still needing help to
make life work.
* AS LANGUAGE skills are expanding with Toddler
– speaking in short sentences,
– telling you what she needs and wants,
– encourage auditory A-B-Cs and 1-2-3s with musical
instruments:
.. singing,
.. listening to,
.. making sounds with musical instruments,
real or DIY.
* PLAY IS your child’s brain development work.
Q: What do we mean by Developmental Skills?
A: (in no special order) tactile, visual, auditory, gross
and fine motor, social/emotional, creativity, life skills,
language and vocabulary, math/logic
(thinking/learning) and music.
BUILD your “Learning Library” by choosing developmental learning tools (toys and other objects), designed to “grow” as children grow, with features and developmental skill elements appealing to different ages simultaneously all in 1 toy, so Baby learns developmentally at 3 months with an item and at 2 years Toddler is ready for different features of the same toy.
Comments to msmarm@roadrunner.com.
Next week – “Developmental Learning Tools for 24- to 30-mo-olds, pt. 2”
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June 20 2016
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