November 14 2016

As kids get older, finding something for them to do to celebrate their birthday’s with their friends, gets harder & harder!
Play It Loud, in Woodland Hills is an amazing place! The large swanky club environment is filled with positive energy, music and fun. Kids, big and small, can play the most current virtual reality games on Xbox and PlayStation. Different groups may gather in the theater or in the lounge. Private suites provide the opportunity to play interactive games like Just Dance, Guitar Hero, Rock Band, Sports Games and more! Whether celebrating a birthday or just want to drop off for open play(check website for times available and Friday night parents night out), Play It Loud IS the place to be! I HIGHLY recommend – be sure to check it out. My boys LOVE it!
 
 
Today in History
Operating Room Nurse Day
World Diabetes Day
The first streetcar went into operation (1832)
Yale University goes Co-ed. (1968)
 
 
30% off Your 1st Treatment at THE FACE BAR – LA’s Place To Get Great Face
Exclusive for Jen’s List members!
The Face Bar in West Hollywood [featured in Vogue & The Zoe Report] is offering 30% off their services. Try one of their treatments that will have you GLOWING!
1. The SIGNATURE PEEL – $48 [reg. $69] – This effective treatment diminishes fine lines & wrinkles, sun spots, melasma, treats acne & acne scars, and gives you a tighter, smoother, more even-toned complexion. Created by renowned celebrity Aesthetician Tricia Dikes, this 30-minute treatment will improve your skin by 40-50% after just one peel.
2. The GLOW ON THE GO – $34 [reg. $49] – Express rejuvenation treatment in just 30 minutes that hydrates and plumps the skin for an overall instant glow.
 
 
Empty Nest Support Group for Women – Mommy Without Me
Whether you are a stay-at-home mom or work outside the home, have a single child or many, your child’s preparing to leave, leaving or having left the nest can be profound and challenging. You are not alone! New psychotherapy group forming to provide education, coping strategies, connection, and support surrounding this monumental life change. For more information, contact Dena Klotz at denaklotz@yahoo.com or 818-564-5978.
 
 
Holiday Shopping For A Cause – designer “Estate Sale” pop-up store to benefit the Lange Foundation animal rescue
Every Wednesday-Sunday from 10am-4pm until November 30th in Westwood
Come check out amazing designer resale clothing, shoes, handbags (YSL, Chanel, Manolo, Vuitton, Prada, etc.); fine antiques & collectibles; crystal, silver & china; rugs & furniture – all gorgeous and all to help rescue homeless dogs, cats & horses!
2384 Westwood Blvd. (just N. of Pico), 90064
 
 
The Infamous Pelvic Floor
Sunday, December 11th from 12-3pm
The pelvic floor is often overlooked, but when it’s not working well it causes all sorts of problems. Incontinence, menstrual dysfunction, and prostate issues can be linked to an unhappy pelvic floor. In this workshop, Michelle Mazur (E-RYT 500, YACEP) will guide students through the basic anatomy and function of the pelvic floor. Students will learn how to engage and relax the muscles “down there” through asana practice and focused breath work. All Levels. $50 early/$55 late.
310-765-4871
 
 
Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Tree Decorations for the Arbol De La Vida (Tree of Life) Fundraiser
All proceeds from the event will go directly to the Hospice of the Conejo, Padres/Compadres Grief Support/Counseling and local families in need. Pierce Brothers will decorate their four-foot, pre-lit tree on Nov. 15th. The base will be surrounded with canned goods. The decorating festivities begin at noon at The Oaks Mall by the food court. The tree will be on display through Dec. 8th, and shoppers can vote on their favorite trees through Dec. 7th. Prizes will be awarded at the Hospice of the Conejo’s Arbol de la Vida event on Dec. 8th, where the decorated trees and canned goods will be donated to needy families in our community.
 
 
American Jewish University’s Sundays in the Park
Sunday, November 20th from 12-4pm
Explore the 2,700 acre playground! Fun for the whole family, including corral rides, an alpine tower, archery, animal feedings, outdoor cooking, arts and crafts, toddler play, sports, and more! Kosher lunch available for purchase. Only $5 for everyone 4 and older (3 and under are FREE!).
 
 
Boy Group Flexiblity Training Workshop using Legos-Boys 7-14 years old
December 4th from 2:15-3:45pm
Blessed are the flexible, for they will never get bent out of shape.” As we explore the concept of flexibility, the boys will be encouraged to think out of the box. Out of the Lego Box, that is. Boys will be asked to drop their preconceived notions of “instructions” and go on a wild and creative adventure of discovery and self-determination. As they give this familiar toy a new spin, boys will have the opportunity to create, problem solve and present the results to their peers.
 
 
Welcome Event at Counseling West
Tuesday, November 29th from 7-8pm
Counseling West invites you to attend a free informational event to explore their mission and learn more about their counseling services. If you are interested in learning more about the therapy process, this is a great opportunity to bring your questions and meet the warm and qualified Counseling West team. They are a non-profit counseling center celebrating over 40 years of serving the community. RSVP to debra@counselingwest.com.
(818) 990-9898
 
 
Kids Club Ski and Holiday Camps – Gobble Up Turkey Camp
Kids Club is offering holiday day camp fun for ages 5-Adult.
Turkey Camp – Nov 21st-23rd
Holiday Day Camp – Dec. 19th-Jan. 6th
Mention this Jen’s List ad for $10 off per day.
Ski Camp at Mt. High – Jan 7th & 21st
Call 818-591-2582 for info and reservations/ all levels, all ages, full day trip for families or day camper. Serving your community since 1991!
 
 
5 easy solutions to conquer clutter at home
 
 
Free Into Guitar Lesson
Friendly…easy…fun…effective…smart…awesome. Find out why he is still “one of L.A’s best”. Learn the art of music while learning how to play. Private/individual/organic methods because Rick knows that everyone learns differently. Ages 13 and up. Call (818)-631-1706 or email rick@rickarmand.com.
 
 
Unique Winter Camp Opportunities for Your 8-12 Year Old – 25% Off if You Register Now
This will be Camp Exploration’s 25th year – get a special 25% off if you pay for summer with winter by Dec. 1st. These are the most positive and engaging camps. Kids love these impressive Ph.D. led small group opportunities. Contact info@KidsMakeADifference.org to schedule a meeting with the director to find out more. Wonderful Winter Week Away runs Dec. 26th-30th. Magic Mountain New Year’s Eve Overnight runs 12/31-1/1. Do consider these and other uniquely amazing camps for your 8-12 year old child now.
 
 
Think Your Thyroid Is Out of Whack?
Answer These 8 Questions to Find Out
 
 
CHS Dance Presents Dance for a Cure
Thurs., December 1st & Sat., Dec. 3rd at the C-PAEC
An unpredictable disease of the central nervous system, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) affects 2.5 million people worldwide. Join the CHS dancers as they “Dance for a Cure,” raising awareness and honoring those affected both worldwide and in our own community.
 
Special Event Icon  Kris Kringle Boutique & Holiday Show
Nov 18th from 9am-7pm & Nov 19th from 9am-5pm
Thanksgiving, Christmas & Hanukkah, & Everyday merchandise will be available as well as Ladies Upscale Clothing, Jewelry, Girls Party Dresses, Holiday Florals, Garlands, Placemats, Tablerunners, Hand Crochet & Knitted Ladies & Childrens Accessories, Mens Old Guys Rule Shirts, Collectibles, No Charge Personalizing on Christmas Ornaments. Over 30 vendors. They also have Toys For Tots toy drive during the show.
1400 N. Westlake Blvd. in Westlake Village, 91362
 
 
Full Charge Bookkeeping Services Available for small business or individuals
Services Provided include: Bookkeeping set up from scratch *Balancing Books *Bank Reconciliations *Prepare Financial Statements *Accts receivables and payables *Invoicing *Monthly, quarterly, yearend prep… your choice *Cash flow analysis *Process & Reconcile all credit card statements. Efficient in quickbooks. Organized and ready to go and get your finances in order. 20 Years experience. Email Selina at Fi_Nancial@yahoo.com or call 310-266-7165.
 
 
Alan Freeman for all your construction needs
Handling all aspects of construction, including carpentry, kitchens, bathrooms, concrete and masonry, tile work, finish and framing, painting, room additions, complete remodeling (including all planning and permits, drawings etc.). Very competitive prices. Licensed. Call (310) 592-5377 or email hammer633@charter.net for a free estimate
 
 
Bon Appétit reveals 2016 list of best new restaurants
 
 
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 and Learning Tools, 3-year-olds: 
*  WATCH Mother Nature show herself with 
    Science in the Garden! Check frequently for growth, 
    and talk talk talk about what you see.
    –  Grow “annual” plants seasonally:
          ..  cool weather plants from seed –
                     many colors of beets, carrots, radishes,
                     peas on trellises,
                     many different lettuces,
                     spinaches, rainbow chard.
          ..  cool weather plants from established nursery 
                    plants – 
                     broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage,
                     red, yellow, white onions,
                     pansies, snapdragons.
          ..  warm season plants from seed –       
                     bush and pole beans (pole beans can 
                              grow into fun tepees and tunnels)
                              –  for eating out of hand or cooking,
                              –  for drying on the vine then shelling.
                     vining cantaloupes, watermelon, 
                              cucumber,
                     sweet corn (wind-pollinated so grow a 
                              small stand),
                     pumpkins, gourds, loofahs,
                     nasturtiums (sun to shade, and edible!), 
                              strawflowers, sunflowers, tithonia, 
                              zinnias,
          ..  warm season plants from established nursery 
                    plants – 
                     herbs like basil, rosemary, pineapple sage, 
                              stevia,
                     petunias, impatiens.
    –  All-year “perennials” to start from small nursery 
          transplants or mature plants:
                     blueberries, strawberries, thornless 
                              blackberry/raspberry,
                     chives, lemon balm, oregano, mints (keep 
                              in pots or they’ll take over your 
                              garden!), verbena,
                     fuzzy lamb’s ear (tactile!),
                     bird- and bee- and butterfly-friendly black-
                              eyed susan, butterfly bush, coneflower, 
                              bee balm, salvia.
    (tactile, visual, auditory, fine and gross motor, 
     social/emotional, creativity, life skills, math/logic, 
     language/vocabulary)
*  PLAY IS a child’s 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.
Comments to msmarm@roadrunner.com.
Next week – “Developmental Learning Tools for 3-year-olds, pt. 8”