September 30 2016

Valley Outreach Synagogue(VOS) Invites the Community to Attend the Following Holiday Services & Activities FREE of Charge:
Tashlich – VOS on the Beach
Mon., Oct. 3rd at 4pm, Zuma Beach, Lifeguard Station 6
Powerful, moving, sweet and fun…It may just be the highlight of your holiday!
Open Discussions
Wed., Oct. 12th from 1:30-3pm
* 12-Step Gratitude Meeting
* Grief Group – Debi Frankle of Calabasas Counseling and Grief Recovery
* Empty Nesters – Dr. Michelle Witkin, Licensed Psychologist
* Elder And Alzheimer’s Care – Dr. Cheryl Alvarez,  Alzheimer’s Family Services Center
Yizkor, Neilah and Havdallah
Wed., Oct. 12th from 5-6:30pm
Discussion groups and Yizkor will be held at Shepherd of the Hills
19700 Rinaldi St. in Porter Ranch
We are members and hope to see you there!
 
 
Today in History
National Mud Pack Day
Rayon is patented. (1902)
 
 
Woodcrest Preschool Now Enrolling For Fall
Parent Testimonial, George C.:
“I absolutely love the Woodcrest Preschool staff. The teachers are patient, enthusiastic, and always encouraging. Nothing makes me happier seeing how excited my daughter is to go to school each day. I have yet to experience a more interactive and passionate group of people. If you are looking for a preschool with an attentive, personable and friendly staff, this is your school.”
Tarzana – 818-345-3002
Sherman Oaks – 818-783-2930
$300 OFF TUITION*
 
 
Music Lessons in the Comfort of Your Home: Piano, Voice, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Ukulele & Violin
When was the last time your child begged a teacher to stay longer? At The Schuler Music Studio, students not only learn to PLAY music, they have FUN learning it! This private music school offers high-end lessons, and they drive to YOU! Their educated, qualified staff of professional musicians are enthusiastic & offer a warm, supportive environment for students to play & create. They provide a well-rounded music education, focus on building confidence & emphasize fun. Several live performance opportunities throughout the year. Join students who’ve already discovered they’re the BEST place to get results! Call (818)203-5342 or email lessons@schulermusicstudio.com.
 
 
Now that Fall is here, it means the holidays are just around the corner
If you’re considering sending out holiday cards with memorable family photos and backdrops, Ray Joyce can capture that perfect moment for you. The sessions are a collaborative effort so Ray can help plan your attire, location and also help with your cards so you are not overwhelmed. He has lots of suggestions on locations to use as your backdrop too!
60 minute Session: 10 retouched digital images, Up to 15 additional images – Sale $330 (A $70 Savings)
90 minute Session: 15 retouched digital images, Up to 25 additional images – Sale $495 (A $100 Savings)
 
 
Learn something new about The Soul of Your City, via Free Tours
Oct. 15th-16th
Whether you’re a native Angeleno or fairly new to the city, there is something new to be learned about L.A.’s wide diversity of spiritual choices. A lot of these spots you pass in the car daily! Choose to explore the first AME church founded by Biddy Mason, the Hollywood Temple where yoga & meditation was brought to the West, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints on Santa Monica Blvd., or another of the many tours…or multiple! Found L.A. is a FREE event that showcases culturally dynamic neighborhoods through tours provided by people who volunteer to share their passion for their neighborhood.
 
 
Perfect Date Night! Date To Create presents Mairéad…An evening of Live Music & Art
Saturday, October 15th from 7-9:30pm
Join this evening of Music and Art featuring a live performance by Mairéad of her sentient songs which will help guide you to create two individual vision canvases. Snacks and light refreshments will be served. Bring your own beverage of choice. This is sure to be a night of magic, fun and renewal. Book early as space is limited.
 
 
Be Part of A Miracle – Become An Egg Donor
Earn $8,000-$10,000 per donation. To qualify:
– Woman between 21-28 years old.
– College background preferred.
– Good health.
For more information contact robyn@bhed.com or call (310) 720-2369.
 
 
Come hungry to Cricca’s Deli & Subs
Your mouth will thank you! Cricca’s Italian Deli, located on Topanga, south of “the Boulevard” in Woodland Hills wants to invite you to come take a look at what’s new! Cricca’s has been a long awaited dream of Kevin’s that has come true! Open 7 days a week, you will find Kevin there 6 of those days for sure! From sub sandwiches, to antipasto salads, to freshly made cannoli, you won’t be disappointed! Check out the reviews on Yelp! Let’s support this local “Mom & Pop” shop! They will personally thank you for it!
 
 
What is a Jewish Humanistic High Holiday Service Like?
Join Adat Chaverim, Congregation for Humanistic Judaism on Sunday October 9th at 3pm at the Tarzana Cultural and Community Center on Vanalden and Ventura Blvd. and find out! RSVP to 888-552-HJLA (4552) or info@humanisticjudaismla.org. Donations appreciated!
 
 
Ukulele lessons for kids and adults – 1st lesson is free
Bob Bledsoe specializes in helping kids play songs they love right away. His fun, relaxed teaching style keeps them motivated & engaged. Learning and playing music with your child is a great bonding experience, so Bob offers tandem parent/child lessons for the price of one! Whether it’s single or tandem, students learn at their own skill level and pace. Jen’s List members get their 1st lesson FREE – and Bob will even come to you. Bob can be reached at bob@bobbledsoe.com or 323.343.0033.
 
 
Youth basketball training and competitive team play ages 8-13. Are You Ready?
101 Basketball teaches, values, team, respect and responsibility. Basketball skills and fundamentals are necessary to become the best you can be, we will get you there. They get you ready to compete for your spot on your high school team. If you child is serious about basketball contact Matt at 323-791-8664 for location and tryout info. They are an AAU designated organization. Local practices and games, except travel tournaments. Jen’s List members get 1 month free.
 
 
Get organized – Extra Set of Hands is here to help
Organizing is not about creating perfection, it is about fixing the flaws in the space and creating function out of the chaos.
– Organizing
– Office assistance – data entry and creating organizational systems
– Party assistance – set up, clean up, keeping party running smoothly
– New baby – Pre-washing/organizing all clothing, assembling baby gear, setting up nursery
– Moving? – Decluttering and pre-packing for open houses, plus packing/unpacking assistance
 
 
Infant Massage 5 Week Series to Enhance Bonding While Helping Sleep, Stress, Gas, and Colic
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Oct. 18th-Nov. 16th
Erica will teach you infant massage strokes for the legs, belly, chest, arms, back, and face that will help you to provide gentle touch to your infant, enhancing your bond, and may increase sleep and relieve gas and colic. We will also use gentle movements to stretch muscles and increase mobility. This class is appropriate for parents of infants 3 months until they are crawling. Learn more about the benefits of infant massage at www.iaim.net/benefits. Classes in Santa Monica and Woodland Hills.
 
 
Yoga as a Tool to Embrace Change workshop
Sunday, October 9th from 2:30-5pm
Wherever you are in your life, change is the only constant. Yoga’s ancient wisdom and strategies can help us be more present, release negative energy, and fuel our vitality. Join Susan Cambigue-Tracey at Goorus Yoga in Pacific Palisades for this very special journey, where our main focus will be on embracing the aging process through santosha (contentment with what we have) and svadhyaya (self-study). $35 early/$40 late.
 
 
My Family Would Never Eat Vegan!: 125 Recipes to Win Everyone Over
Kristy presents 125 stress-free vegan meals that will satisfy everyone in your family-from teens who don’t want to feed their friends “uncool” snacks to the uncle who thinks every meal should start and end with meat. Organized around 20 too-familiar objections like “My brother thinks there’s no such thing as a ‘meatless’ sandwich” and “It’s just not the holidays without Aunt Betty’s pumpkin pie!”, But My Family Would Never Eat Vegan! offers scrumptious, compassionate recipes that will have even your most skeptical family members begging for more!
 
 
Spin the Spinner and Get Stacking
Can you stack 12 blocks before the Stack Smasher gets to the tower and topples it? Spin a color and stack a block. Spin a Challenge and add a tricky task like stacking while singing “Happy Birthday!” Spin the Stack Smasher, and you’re one space closer to the big topple! Ages 3-5, 2-6 Players.
 
 
Meatloaf is not for sissies
Spicy turkey meatloaf.
Eggless turkey meatloaf.
Mushroom and red wine meatloaf.
Easy chicken meatloaf.
Bacon-cheddar meatloaf.
 
 
Looking for happy, popcorn-loving humans to work in our gourmet popcorn store
Popped Fresh is an unique concept offering over 60 flavors of fresh popped popcorn. They also have unusual gifts, tins and baskets. The store hours are Tuesday-Saturday 10-6, Sunday 11-3. Part-time position for sales. Looking for someone who can work 2 days a week from 10am-6pm. More during the holidays. Food handlers cards are required. Food handler’s cards can be obtained by taking a short test on-line. Send resume to barbara@poppedfresh.com.
818-707-7200
 
 
Moms In Motion Weekday Workouts Are Here
Mondays from 6:30-7:30pm and Fridays from 9-10:30am
Join Moms In Motion for Cardio & Toning. Monday workouts will be at Fleet Feet Encino (beginning 10/10) and include running, drills, circuits, Pilates, and more! Friday hike locations will vary but will be between Tarzana and Calabasas. First hike meets on 10/14 at 9am at Serrania Park. Workouts include 60 mins of hiking and 30 mins of toning work.
 
 
Boy Group Workshop: Sensory Exploration/Tearing Things Up
Sunday Oct 2nd from 2-3:15pm
Calming tool: stress ball using sensory play: smell. This workshop finds us adding another component to the Calming Container as we engage in an exploration of the senses. This workshop focuses on the smell and touch. We’ll introduce the boys to aromatherapy and talk about how scents engage the memory and can bring us back to times of extreme well-being. The creation of stress balls will provide a tactile way of releasing tension.