February 14 2017

  

    

      

    

    

      

    

    

      

    

  

        

Practical Design for Real People

        

Are you ready to turn your playroom into a family room? Or maybe it’s time to turn a kid’s room into a more sophisticated teen room. They love to help families create beautiful and practical spaces. Their team can help redesign kitchens, reupholster furniture or simply pick paint colors. If you have a small project or a big renovation, they can help you make your design ideas into reality. Call (310)467-0595 for a consultation.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Today in History

        

        

Ferris Wheel Day

        

National Organ Donor Day

        

Happy Valentine’s Day

        

 

        

 

        

WE ARE THE FUTURE Benefit Concert for the Performing Arts at Calabasas High School

        

Friday, February 17th at 7pm

        

WE ARE THE FUTURE is a special evening of performances by 150 middle and high school students showcasing the incredible opportunities for education in the performing arts offered by Las Virgenes Unified School District. This is a benefit concert to support these educational programs and the state-of-the-art Centers for Performing Arts and Education in Calabasas and Agoura Hills. The performances will dazzle the whole family! Tickets $15-$40, all proceeds benefit performing arts at LVUSD.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Westland School is accepting applications for Kindergarten 2017

        

Westland is a small progressive K-6 school on two beautiful acres on Mulholland Drive. Since 1949, Westland has stayed true to its core values: child-centered education, strong, close-knit community and dedication to instilling a lifelong love of learning. View “This is Westland,” a short film at https://vimeo.com/79911034. Call 310-472-5544.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Join Goldstar and SAVE $

        

Goldstar gives you access to the hottest music, theater, comedy, sporting events and more in your area — for half price (and better!). Everything you need for a great night out.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Artist Behind Viral #ShePersisted Drawing Hopes To Remind Women They Are Not Alone

        

Artist Courtney Privett made a drawing with her daughters in mind. To her surprise, it resonated with women around the world.

        

        

 

        

 

        

The Paley Center for Media celebrates Black History Month

        

Two new exhibits and free public screenings dedicated to the African American experience. The African American Achievements in Television Experience is a unique gallery and video collection based on The Paley Center’s African American tribute events. Featuring videos, photographs & testimonials, the exhibit shines a light on the contributions African American’s have made on television and American culture. The Power of Our Presence, An Exhibition Celebrating the 10 Year Anniversary of the Essence Black Women in Hollywood Award, commemorates the televised luncheon’s 10th anniversary, featuring recreations of the event’s memorable tablescapes, and costumes from black-ish and Scandal.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Kehillat Ma’arav Shabbat

        

Feb 24th at 5:45pm

        

Come for a special musical Shabbat experience for students and their families. Shabbat Dinner is included and complimentary to prospective families.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Hands down….The BEST place for brows

        

Ronnie Retin is truly an EXPERT at what she does. Ronnie has 10+ years of experience & has been deemed a true artist by her clients. She believes in a FULL, NATURAL LOOKING BROW, that frames YOUR face and bone structure. You will not experience thin, over plucked, or “one size fits all” brows here. She gives each person the best shape for each individual person. Ronnie specializes in “brow rehab”(as I had to go to…LOL) and takes the time to teach each client how to reach their best brow potential. Ronnie is available Tues-Sat., from 9am-5pm at The Brow Barre inside the Vintage Beauty Bar in Woodland Hills. You will LOVE her AND your brows! Call (818) 970-4139 or book your appointment at https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/TBB4ZJ.

        

 

        

 

        

Casa Montessori Elementary Open House

        

Friday, February 24th at 9:30am

        

Come visit the San Fernando Valley’s Hidden Gem – Casa Montessori Elementary. They understand that learning goes beyond drill and kill, homework and assessments. In-depth conceptual learning in areas ranging from practical life activities to math, science, language, art and music is at the heart of their school’s philosophy. Kindness, responsibility, self motivation and emotional intelligence are woven into the daily curriculum. Go visit and see just how joyous learning can be!

        

        

 

        

 

        

Affordable Counseling Center

        

Counseling West offers affordable, sliding scale counseling. The counselors provide support that can help through a challenging situation or help move you in a new direction. By building a therapeutic relationship and offering a variety of techniques/interventions, they can help you reach your goals. Counseling West provides individual, couple, and family therapy. They are a non-profit counseling center celebrating over 40 years. Monday-Saturday appointments are available. Call (818)990-9898.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Free Financial Literacy for Job Seekers Workshop

        

Thursday, February 16th from 1pm-4pm

        

A free Professional Development Workshop in conjunction with the LA Fellows Program. When you don’t have money coming in, you have to be smart about what you have and how you spend. Join Los Angeles Valley College instructor Greg Bernhard to learn smart ways to negotiate credit, budgeting, banking, protecting your identity and more as you work toward landing that next job. Email silverag@lavc.edu with any questions.

        

21010 Vanowen Street in Canoga Park, 91303-Plenty of free lot parking

        

 

        

 

        

“Remote L.A.”- A Pedestrian-Based Live Art Experience

        

March 12th-April 2nd

        

Participants will join a group of 50 people exploring LA on a guided audio tour that seems to follow them as much as they are following it, directed and produced by award-winning international documentary theatre team Rimini Protokoll. Participants are provided with a soundtrack to the streets, sights and rooftops of LA. A computer-generated voice sets them out on a trail through the city, guiding the group’s movements in real time. The performance reveals a “secret Los Angeles”. Participants are not just audience members, they are actors and spectators, observers and observed, individuals and a pack, all at the same time.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Vendors Needed for Mother’s Day Brunch Boutique

        

Sunday, April 30th

        

The Valley Jewish Community Center is having a Mother’s Day Brunch Boutique in a Country Club in Northridge. A flat fee for space with no percentage taken! 100 plus guests are expected to attend by paid tickets. Email Leslie806@mac.com for a contract and specify your product line to be sold.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Teacher with over a decade experience working with children with varying needs

        

Meredith has a Masters in Elementary Education and a Masters in Marriage and Family Counseling. She has worked in education as a Learning Specialist, Resource Teacher and Educational Therapist. She specializes in Language Arts and writing. Email meralee25@aol.com.

        

 

        

 

        

Is your home in a constant state of clutter?

        

No Wire Hangers is a green home organizing business that emphasizes living a more ecologically minded lifestyle. They will help you declutter your home while being environmentally responsible. They work with many different charities and organizations so that all of your unwanted items won’t end up in the landfill. The benefits of being organized are limitless; from saving time to saving money. So set up a consultation and Get Organized! 

        

323-388-9131

        

        

 

        

 

        

Mobile Notary/Loan Signing Agent

        

Mobile Notary in San Fernando Valley, Malibu & West L.A area. Notarizes any document(s) from POAs, Loan packages, Real-Estate documents, Estate planning, directives, etc. Goes to all venues including hospitals, assisted Living Centers., Businesses, Title, Escrow offices, etc. Been in business for over 4 years! Call 818-237-6551 or email notarynat@gmail.com.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Girls Soccer gu-12 Arsenal FC Club Team Looking for Players

        

Arsenal FC soccer club team for girls born in the year 2005 looking for new players. Practices are held at Balboa and Winnetka park. Great opportunity for girls to train with experienced coaches and get involved with club soccer. If interested, contact coach William Mejia at (818) 207-0479.

        

 

        

 

        

Planning Bar/Bat Mitzvah prep and trip to Israel?

        

From all the details, A to Z, they have got you covered! Ceremony in a hall or ancient synagogue or at a holy site such as the Wailing Wall. Their expertise & wisdom will make sure everything is running smoothly so you can truly relax & enjoy your special day knowing everything is in their capable hands. If you are local, they can also prepare your child for his/her Torah portion & service in person or on Skype. They work with reform, conservative & orthodox Rabbis for both local and Israel Services. Email jsnbynomie@me.com.

        

        

 

        

 

        

New Yin Yoga Class starting at Goorus

        

Thursdays, starting Feb. 16th from 4-5:30pm

        

One of the original instructors from Goorus Yoga’s “Jiva” days, Doug Binzak will return to the Goorus space to teach weekly yin yoga classes. Yin is a more gentle form of yoga that targets non-muscular, connective tissue in all of the places where the body bends (neck, shoulders, spine, hips, pelvis); poses are held for longer periods than in a “flow” class.

        

        

 

        

 

        

7 night Hawaii vacation rental at the Marriott Ko Olina Villa July 21st-28th-Sleeps up to 4

        

Fully furnished studio size unit with king bed and sleeper sofa. Ocean view room has been requested, but cannot be guaranteed. No charge for parking, resort fee, or internet. State tax about $8/day paid to Marriott. Asking $1800 total($400/night if booked at Marriott). For more pictures and information, visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/hnlko-marriotts-ko-olina. Call or text Alan (805) 338-7777 with any questions.