August 24 2016

Kelly Fogel Photography – Great Prices
Kelly specializes in portraits from maternity to teens and everything in between. Packages are priced for 2 hour sessions where Kelly will come to your home or favorite park to shoot. Great for newborns, infants, toddlers and children as well as family portraits. Kelly has experience working with kids connects to children in a way that their brightness shines through the photographs. Also available for birthday parties. Now is a great time to schedule for holiday cards!
 
 
Today in History
Vesuvius Day
The infamous Mount Vesuvius eruption buries the city of Pompeii. (79)
The Waffle Iron is patented by Cornelius Swarthout of Troy, New York. (1869)
 
 
Special Event Icon  Join the Jewish Community for Shabbat in the Park- Warner Center Park
Friday, August 26th starting at 4:30pm
All are invited to Shabbat in the Park at Warner Center Park. The event is free. Parking is available for $5 across from the main stage.
4:30pm- Bring your own picnic and enjoy activities for all ages
6pm- Shabbat Service led by community clergy
7pm- Concert by Ca’paim
RSVP to www.shabbatinthepark.org. The event is sponsored by the Jewish Federation Valley Alliance, Shalom Institute & the West Valley Rabbinic Taskforce with over 13 Jewish organizations participating.
 
 
4th Annual Feit 4 KidZ Gala
Nov. 12th at The Luxe Hotel on Sunset
This is an incredible night of helping making dreams come true, by raising awareness and money for those couples struggling with infertility. All monies raised will go towards offering interest-free loans to couples in Los Angeles who need financial assistance with the cost of IVF. Since inception in 2013, 66 loans have been given out, and many babies have been born! The night will include dinner, open bar, entertainment and a silent auction! Prices go up on Sept. 15th so make sure to buy your tickets before then! A program of the Jewish Free Loan Association of Los Angeles.
 
 
D Pet Hotels Los Angeles Encino’s Grand Opening Pet Adoption Event with over 50 adoptable family friendly dogs with Wags and Walks rescue
Saturday, August 27th from 11am-5pm
It’s an exciting day of dog adoptions (with many puppies and all kinds of dogs) to celebrate their new location in Encino! In addition to Wags & Walks amazing adoptable dogs, the event will also include food from Midici Pizza & Menchies Frozen Yogurt as well as give aways. For the first time ever, nearly all of Wags & Walks dogs will be available to meet at this event! Come celebrate and adopt your new best friend.
17553 Ventura Blvd. in Encino, 91316
 
 
Chinese language mobile website dedicated to immersing preschoolers in a fun and educational
Chinese video environment 88BB brings Chinese arts, education and culture to pre-school age children through an immersive and fun platform, designed for desktop use AND on the go. 88BB introduces preschoolers to Chinese language, customs, music and dance providing a fun, safe and private viewing experience.
 
 
7 Moms You’ll See Arranging Carpool In A Group Text
 
 
Lovebug & Me Music Presents Fall Session: Around the World
Thursday, September 15th from 12:30-1:15pm
LoveBug & Me Musics AROUND THE WORLD September 13th-November 19th LoveBug & Me Musics new fall series “Around The World” introduces your family to melodies, rhythms and dances from cultures around the globe. Journey to Latin America, Africa, The Caribbean, Europe, Asia, The Middle East and everywhere in between! Our Magical Music Educators will share new instruments, dances and songs… along with some of your little lovebugs favorite music. Exposing our kids to cultures from around the world
 
 
Do you do “color days” at your house? Your Jr. Chef can make 4-Ingredient Zucchini Soup
What a gloriously green soup! Blend to creamy 15-min roasted, halved zucchinis in a blender with hot broth, chives, lemon juice, s&p to taste. Serve immediately with an optional dollop of yogurt/sour cream/crème fraîche and a sprinkle of chives. Good cold, too. (To enhance the mild taste, add your favorite spices.) Low salt, low fat. Prep/cooking time: 20 min. Parental supervision.
 
 
Second Saturday Educational Workshop
Sat., Sept. 10th from 10am-1pm
The Second Saturday Divorce Workshop is an educational workshop that helps people navigate their way through the divorce process. Whether a person is thinking about divorce or in the middle of one, our experts can help them understand how to avoid the common legal, financial, and emotional pitfalls of the process. The price to attend the workshop is $45 and a percentage of the proceeds will be donated to WIFE.org.
2815 Townsgate Rd, Suite 100 in Westlake Village, 91361
805-372-1810
 
 
In-Home Music Lessons Available
Want to learn an instrument in the comfort of your home? Piano, guitar, voice, violin, drums, and more. For more information, call 310.927.2720. My Musical Candy also studios in Westwood and Beverly Hills.
 
 
Don’t agonize about it, ORGANIZIT!
Do you have garage envy because your garage doesn’t measure up? The garage organization services industry is now the fastest growing segment in the home improvement market and OrganizIT! is on of the fastest growing garage organization company in Los Angeles. They are your full service garage organization company, with a level of professionalism second to none. They can help you with overhead storage racks, slatwall garage organization wall systems, a full line of heavy-duty, versatile garage cabinets, garage flooring; interlocking garage floor tiles and epoxy flooring, and full line of accessories; hooks, garage shelves, baskets. New location in Simi Valley! Call 818-232-7683 or visit www.organizitco.com, for a free design consultation and let us turn your mess into amazing.
 
 
Free textbook comparison site can save students upwards of $1K a year
It’s back-to-school season and that means school supplies and textbooks are at the top of the shopping list, but that doesn’t mean anyone should have to break the bank. The textbook comparison site, TextSurf, by eCampus Ventures makes sure you’re getting the best deal on textbooks so students and parents can save. TextSurf is as easy as entering in the ISBN number or title of a book, comparing the prices and saving! The site also provides students with the best sites to sell their books back as well.
 
 
The Chork :: Chopsticks & Fork
It’s a Three Way Utensil. The Chork is cost-effective for everyone from chopstick aficionados to virtual newbies. Unlike anything currently on the market, the Chork is an innovative and unique product that will certainly stand the test of time.
 
 
Employment Opportunity – Sharsheret Seeks Program Coordinator (Part Time) for Growing Office
Sharsheret, a fast-paced and growing national breast cancer organization, seeks a part-time Program Coordinator in our newly opened Los Angeles office to assist in the delivery of cancer support and outreach programs. The position will begin November 2016. Must have 2 years’ experience working in a health care setting, non-profit, or Jewish organization, MSW or PsyD required.
 
 
One Day Boy Group Workshop: Put it in a bottle/managing emotions
September 18th
2-3:15pm – little boys
4-5:15pm – big boys
Just one component of our Calming Container, The Energy Jar is a visual metaphor that provides boys with a glimpse of what it looks like to slow down. The boys will build their own jars & engage in discussion about their own energies & emotions. Shake the jars & watch the glitter & beads swirl & then, sit quietly & observe as everything settles. This workshop combines breath work and mindfulness.
 
 
Saving Your Child from an Oversanitized World
Let Them Eat Dirt considers the way microbes behave from pregnancy onward, and how that information can be utilized when considering mental and physical health during pregnancy, feeding choices during the first year of life, and lifestyle choices further down the line. Later chapters focus on specific diseases–diabetes, intestinal diseases, and behavioral and mental health disorders–that are growing by leaps and bounds in our society, and the microbes that seem to affect them. The book concludes with a discussion on vaccines and a futuristic view of what we can expect in terms of new therapies and medical interventions in the next few years.
 
 
Protect your home and family from the evils and ills of the Internet It protects your home
– Blocks inappropriate Internet content
– Blocks advertisements (Especially the suggestive and annoying ones)
– Basic and Advanced Configuration
– It doesn’t…slow down your computer.
 
 
TK Religious School Class at Temple Kol Tikvah
Be a part of Temple Kol Tikvah’s Sunday TK class. Meets weekly on Sundays from 9-11am. Students learn about Jewish holidays and Shabbat. They play, sing, dance and make friends in a welcoming Jewish school. Contact Rabbi Becky at rabbihoffman@koltikvah.org or 818-348-0670 ext. 209.
 
 
Tutor With Great Success Record In Conejo Valley
Sandie Allen has been in the education industry for 25+ years. Tutoring students in grades K-12 has been her passion. Her expertise from the basics to advanced classes such as Algebra 1 & 2 and Geometry helps her ‘trouble-shoot’ the student’s issue(s) quickly, making the learning process rapid and less frustrating. Math can actually be fun! Her problem solving techniques are unique so students feel prepared after even just one session! Located in Oak Park and surrounding areas. Email starspot2@yahoo.com.
 
 
After School Program with school pick up at KidzCity 3-13 years
KidzCity works with all modified school schedules. Offering Daily or Weekly Pick up from School’s. KidzCity has a strict Homework policy No Play Until Homework is completed Private areas & group setting for one on one homework help with homework aides, computers, school supplies & hot meals provided. Fun play electronics, games & toys. KidzCity is a licensed safe and caring place accepting CCRC to help families with FREE After School & Child Care. Call (818) 887-7516.