October 7 2016

GREAT Martial Arts Lessons for Children and Your Family
Let me tell you about my “Black Belt” testhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSGe_7IigTQ&feature=youtu.be
All of my kids LOVE it! Martial Arts Teacher Fariborz Azhakh of Team Karate Centers in Woodland Hills, has been teaching in WH for 30 yrs. His school engages in honest business practices, with an emphasis on transparency, & sane, equitable, & sustainable policies, pricing, & procedures. He teaches & practices smart fitness, solid emotional health, family unity, and the practice of “self-defense” that includes healthy eating, bully prevention education, anger management, & countless lessons in team building, overcoming obstacles, and developing compassion and respect for self and others. 6 Weeks – $49.
 
 
Today in History
I was born! (1970)
Bald and Free Day
World Smile Day
 
 
Love Conference in Vegas! Makeover Blueprint: For More Confidence, Connection & Love
Discover why your social intellect, body language and style are unintentionally destroying your chances at success (in love or business) – so that you attract the amazing partner and success you want and deserve — quickly and easily! Guests will take part in a series of programs led by Kimberly Seltzer & power panelists such as the CEO of eHarmony designed to break through old patterns and vicious cycles, and gain a start fresh on a new path to success and happiness in love, career and life.
 
 
Epilepsy Awareness Day 2016 *FREE* Expo
Nov. 2nd from 10am-5pm
Rick Springfield; Stripped Down Benefitting Epilepsy Awareness, Education and Research
Nov. 2nd at 7pm at The Disneyland Hotel Magic Kingdom Ballroom in Anaheim.
This is a one of a kind evening to help raise Epilepsy Awareness and STOP THE STIGMA. This event is capping off a day of listening & learning about everything epilepsy related. Come join for an epic night of songs that you know you love! Purchase tickets at http://rickspringfield2016eaddl.bpt.me.
 
 
Curtis School “Camp Curtis” Fair
Sunday, October 9th from 10am-4pm
Come choose your own adventure at Curtis School’s CAMP CURTIS themed fair. Enjoy carnival rides, camp games, go-carts, face painting, art and crafts, and much more.  Eat at some of LA’s favorite food trucks including In-N-Out Burger, Kogi Truck and All American Softy.  Parking and admission are free. Proceeds benefit the Curtis Financial Aid Fund. 
15871 Mulholland Drive in LA, 90049
 
 
Support Group for Parents of kids and teens with OCD
Wednesdays from 10am-12pm-Starting October 12th
Provides the guidance of an experienced OCD therapist who is also the parent of a child with OCD. Parental support is critical in successful treatment of children with OCD. Learn to keep your own anxiety and confusion from getting in the way of helping your kids. First group free then $75 per group. RSVP to Melissa Mose LMFT #32575 at (818)458-9768.
 

The Pump Station & Nurtury is Growing its Support Team – Interested???
The Pump Station has proudly served expectant and new families in Los Angeles for over 30 years by providing outstanding prenatal education, lactation support, parenting groups and classes including its outstanding Mommy & Me programs, and great breastfeeding, baby care products and apparel. The Pump Station is looking for:
— Experienced board certified lactation consultants, ideally with a background in nursing or newborn care, to join their lactation support team.
— Two more licensed therapists to join their Mommy & Me programs as group leaders, especially for weekend groups. The Pump Station provides great curriculum support and guidance to the leaders and the programs are strongly based on a mindful parenting philosophy.
— A part time Accounts Payable clerk for their Santa Monica location – 12-15 hours per week.
Please send resumes and a brief cover note to info@PumpStation.com.
Garage Sales
Toluca Lake Neighborhood Garage Sale 
Saturday, Oct. 8th from 8am-12pm 
Toluca Lake – North of Camarillo
AND
Studio City Neighborhood Garage Sale 
Saturday, March 12th from 8am-12pm 
Studio City – Footbridge Square  
AND
Huge Multi-Family Yard Sale
Saturday, Oct. 8th from 8am-12pm noon
10341 Woodley Ave. Granada Hills
Tons of clothes, toys, furniture & housewares! Lots of children’s products for sale! Come find some great bargains and support North Hills Cooperative Nursery School!
 
 
The Ultimate Destination for Socks and Tights
With thousands of styles available, whether you are looking for socks featuring your favorite animal, hobby, profession, sports team, or superhero, you will find them at the new online destination for legwear, The Sox Market. It has a huge selection of socks and legwear including Sport specific socks including socks for running, hiking and hunting, golf, and warm merino wool socks for winter sports – as well as a wide range of styles sports teams and novelty socks that celebrate your favorite sport.
 
 
Keep Kids Safe Online with Forcefield Parental Control App – Free Trial
Forcefield is a Los Angeles-based company that has developed easy-to-use software that lets parents manage and monitor their kids’ time on digital devices.
*Turn off apps on your child’s iPhone/iPad/iPod whenever digital downtime is needed.
*See all websites they have visited, when and for how long.
*See the photos they upload to social networks from all of their devices.
*Block inappropriate content from your child’s browsing experience.
Forcefield currently supports iPhones, iPads and Mac computers.
Try Forcefield FREE for a month.
 
 
Woman’s Self Defense Seminar at XplosiveFit West Hills
Saturday, Oct. 15th from 12-1:30pm
October is Domestic Violence & Cancer Awareness month. XplosiveFit Fitness & Self Defense is hosting a woman’s self defense seminar
Did you know?
-A violent crime occurs every 26 SECONDS!
-1 in 3 women experience domestic violence from their partners.
-1 in 5 women are survivors of rape
It’s time to learn to FIGHT Back!
The cost of the seminar is a $10 donation and all proceeds will be donated to cuckfancer.org and havenhills.org. Register at https://form.jotform.com/XplosiveFit.
 
 
Speech Therapy
Derra Huxley, M.A., a CA state licensed speech pathologist in the S.F. Valley, is highly experienced in working with children with articulation difficulties. She is a mother of 2, loves children, and makes therapy fun. Derra teaches parents how to help work with their child at home to maximize what they learn from therapy sessions with her. Derra also has an Accent Reduction business for fluent English speaking foreign born individuals who wish to improve their pronunciation. 818/385-1716
 
 
Nationally Ranked Chess Tutor
Matthew is rated an expert chess player and is almost a master, being in the top 25 in the U.S. for his age. He has played for over ten years and is very passionate about it. He really enjoys teaching chess, is very patient and makes learning fun. He can go to your home or meet at a local library or coffee shop. Starting at age 4 and up can learn chess. Matthew charges $40 per hour. Email matthewshuben@gmail.com or call/text him at (818) 522-9185 to set up a lesson.
 
 
Hip hop for kids & boys hip hop break – dance classes
Wednesday at 3:30pm –  Boys ONLY Hip Hop/breakdance classes for ages 7-10
Wednesday at 4:30pm – Teen Boys ONLY Hip Hop/Breakdance classes for ages 11-18
Thursday at 3:30pm –  Kids Recreational Hip Hop for ages 5-6
Degas Dance Studio is a highly reputable training studio in Encino teaching the ART of Dance. Classes for recreational and Academy accelerating training for pre-professionals ages 3-18 with a top Master Faculty list. Come in for FREE trial. Email info@degasdancestudio.com.
 
 
Friends and Neighbors: The Helping Game
A Social-Emotional Game That Develops Empathy and Compassion! Friends and Neighbors is a matching game that focuses on emotions. Can players help a little girl who’s sad because she’s standing out in the rain or a boy who’s afraid of the dark? Reach into the Helping Bag and pull out a token – can it help someone on the game board? If so, it’s a match! Ages 3+, 1-4 Players, No Reading Required.
 
 
Journey to Space 3D IMAX
Opening Oct. 7th
Come see the exciting plans that are underway for the next giant leap into space: landing humans on Mars. Journey to Space 3D is a celebration of space exploration, a tribute to international cooperation in space research, and a vision of our near future  beyond Earth’s orbit. Featuring footage of Space shuttle Endeavour and the California Science Center.
 
 
The Suburban Monk
Syd, The Suburban Monk, is a statuette that brings amusement to spirituality presented in a little box of happiness. Available in 14 colors, each with a different meaning – Syd arrives in a beautiful gift box and includes a collectible card that explains the significance of the color. A gift of Syd in Joyful Yellow or Blissful Bronze will offer double the happy thoughts because they’ll think of you and the lovely meaning behind their Syd each time they look at him. Syd reminds us to live, laugh and not take life too seriously. $20 each.
 
 
$30 Friends and Family CPR Training Classes
Conejo Valley CPR offers the convenience of coming to your location to conduct the training or you can attend one of their regularly scheduled classes at their Westlake Village office. This AHA course covers: Adult, Child and Infant CPR, AED and Choking Relief. CPR and/or First Aid certification at an additional cost. Call 818-665-6653 to schedule a class or check out their upcoming course schedule at www.conejovalleycpr.com.
 
 
Do You Know How Your Camera Works? Private or Group Lessons Available
Ever wonder what all those buttons do on your camera? Curious which lenses do what? Want to learn how to light your images so they pop? Kamran can teach you all of this and more! Private and group lessons available. Email Kamran at KamranPhotography101@gmail.com.
 
 
Kol Nidrei Service – No Tickets required – Free for the Family but Please RSVP
Tuesday, October 11th at 6pm & 7:30pm
Bnai Tov is a chaimishah little Independent Synagogue that does not believe in charging for families to attend services. Especially parents who want their elementary school children to more deeply learn and be more meaningfully engaged should email Rav@BnaiTov.org to find out more and maybe plan for the whole family to attend the free Yom Kippur services by Sherman Way and Reseda Boulevards.
 
 
Elementary and Preschool Openings
Each child is different. They have different likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses. At Little Acorns Grow, they build an individualized learning experience that will provide a strong educational foundation for your child. Taking inspiration from Montessori, Reggio and Waldorf, the school is a blend of educational philosophies creating a fun, safe and encouraging learning environment for all. They welcome transfer students. Schedule a personal tour by calling 818-779-1099.
 
 
Mobile Notary Service
She provides mobile notary service seven days a week with flexible hours. She is able to notarize various types of documents from Deeds of Trusts, Power of Attorneys, permission to travel forms, etc. She will come to your home, office, hospital, assisted living care, or meeting place of your convenience. She has been in business for 12 years.
818-357-0208