March 2 2017

  

    

      

    

    

      

    

    

      

    

  

        

Destination Science The fun science day camp for curious kids 5-11

        

Enroll Early to Save $30/wk! Ends 3/31/17. Over 30 Southern CA Locations. 4 Great Camps!

        

Hey Kids! Build a robot, create a Mars Rover, explore roller coaster science, solve a mystery, build & demolish mechanical contraptions, design a Mars colony, discover in the mad chemistry lab & more. DS kids experience “Aha!” moments of understanding, creativity and curiosity while engineering, building, experimenting and playing with astonishing gadgets, and fantastic gizmos. The top notch, enthusiastic educators and leaders make STEM learning an adventure! Enrollment is now open!

        

        

 

        

 

        

Today in History

        

Texas declared its independence from Mexico (1836).

        

Wilt Chamberlain of the Philadelphia Warriors scores 100 points in a basketball game. (1962)

        

        

Old Stuff Day

        

 

        

 

        

Shawn Baxendale From “It’s a Dog Thing”: Trains Your Dog & You(Nightly boarding too!)

        

Shawn has been working with dogs for more than a decade and can help you with your sweet puppy, your naughty dog and everything in between. Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? Boarding in a cage free environment is also available. She can board your dog too – no # of min. nights needed. Call (818) 795-2100. I HIGHLY recommend as well as MANY MANY other Jens List members too!

        

 

        

 

        

Lopez Educational Group/JD Lopez Presents: The Informed Parent’s Guide to the Freshman and Sophomore Years: How to Optimize the Educational Possibilities of the First Two Years of High School

        

Tuesday March 14th from 7-9pm at The City Of Calabasas Founders Hall

        

Topics Include:

        

* Course Selection

        

* Extra-Curricular Activities

        

* Summer Programs

        

* What Colleges Care About (and what they don’t)

        

* The First Steps toward College and Test Prep Planning

        

The event is open to parents of rising 9th and 10th graders. Fees are $135 per household, up to 2 parents may attend-no students at the event. Filling up fast, reserve space by emailing Lopezeducationalgroup@gmail.com.

        

100 Civic Center Way in Calabasas 91302

        

 

        

 

        

Kadima Takes a Stance with an Innovative Tuition Model

        

Kadima Day School has announced its commitment to making Jewish day school education accessible. By balancing exceptional education with affordability, tuition for 2017-2018 has been reduced by an average of 43%, and is set at $11,600 for ECEC, $13,900 for elementary school and $14,900 for middle school. Established in 1970, Kadima offers an Early Childhood Education Center, Elementary and Middle School. To learn more about Kadima, contact 818-346-0849 or admissions@kadimadayschool.org.

        

 

        

 

        

Eric West-Home Discount Loan Broker Specialist

        

24+ years specializing in Purchase and Refinance home loans throughout CA. Eric has assisted thousands of clients over the years with their Purchase and Refinancing needs, and continues to be the most reliable and available mortgage broker resource. Financing options for 1-4 units. Conventional and FHA loan options. Jumbo loan options. Owner Occupied and Non-Owner/Investor loan options. Commercial referral contact available. Referral based business is the greatest compliment. Email eric_b_west@yahoo.com or call 818-261-6278. Based in Woodland Hills.

        

 

        

 

        

Join Broadway Kids LA “Under the Sea” as they present the Musical Revue of “The Little Mermaid”

        

Mon-Fri, June 19th-July 21st from 9am-3pm at the American Jewish University

        

All Actors, ages 6-13, are invited to join Broadway Kids LA, a Children’s Summer Musical Theatre Workshop. This summer, the cast will sing, dance and perform their way “Under the Sea”, as the present the Award Winning Musical Favorite, “The Little Mermaid”. Throughout the Workshop, the children experience ALL aspects of Musical Theatre by designing and creating the sets, scenery, props and costumes. Come be a part of the exciting musical theatre company!

        

15600 Mulholland Dr. in LA, 90077

        

        

 

        

 

        

Special Event Icon  Summer Camp for Students who Love Fashion, Design & Styling

        

No Design Experience Necessary. Fashion Camp is all about inspiring young creative minds and introducing them to the fashion industry. There is more than being the TOP designer, lots more! Visual merchandising, marketing, textile design, being a buyer, a stylist, costume designer, accessory designer… it’s limitless. These sessions teach Fashion 101 in addition to specializing in specific areas like illustration or creating a collection.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Adorable Irish Cottage available for vacation rental in stunning Cayucos, Ca

        

House, 3 Beds, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6). An adorable Irish Cottage in stunning Cayucos. A unique, cozy, well-crafted family friendly home with old growth pine floors, fireplace, dishwasher, washer/dryer, claw-foot tub, convenient warm water outdoor shower and less than a 1/2 block from the nearest beach access. You can enjoy surfing, fishing, kayaking, sunrise and sunset walks on the beach, or a glass of wine from the upstairs ocean view balcony. Contact Highway One Vacation Rentals at (805) 995-3678.

        

        

 

        

 

        

A Personalized Approach in Finding Your Ideal Nanny

        

After serving as a Nanny herself (13 yrs for the same family), Heather’s primary objective has been to bring families and top-tier nannies together into the same rewarding experience she shared & will always treasure. Marcia, a television producer and Mom, wanted to bring peace of mind to other Moms in the area. After scores of successful placements, they strive to do the same for you! Together they own and operate The McNanny Agency.

        

818-232-7688

        

        

 

        

Special Event Icon  Looking for kids 6-11 yrs to watch a new cartoon and get paid to share their opinion

        

Looking for kids, ages 6-11 years old, to share their opinions on a new cartoon and get paid for their time in a focus group. All must receive cable or satellite and NONE can have any family member associated with the entertainment industry. Kids will be paid $65 and will be there from 3:30-6pm or 4:45-7:30pm depending on availability. Location is North Hollywood. Dates are March 6th or 7th. Call Jenny (818) 225-8424

        

 

        

 

        

Joy Theatre Improv Classes for Kids 6-17

        

Sunday, March 12th from 10am-12pm

        

Come down to Joy Theatre to play fun improv games and make awesome friends! Learn all kinds of acting skills, make people laugh, and have tons of fun. Meet their awesome family on Sundays, with $50 off 10 classes when you mention Jens List on March 12th. Winners of the Creative Coalitions’ Most Inspiring Teacher Award at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival. Featured on CNN and NBC. Nobody is turned away, and they specialize in shy because everybody needs to be able to find their light.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Special Event Icon  Newborn/Infant Specialist (AKA Baby Nurse), Postpartum Doula

        

Private Consultations available. Specializing in Preemies, Newborn care & Twins; supporting families with babies through birth, adoption or surrogacy. She will educate, guide & teach you to be able to handle your little one. Breastfeeding and Lactation education, Infant care & bottle feeding support. Infant Sleep Training is one of her specialties. Night Baby Nurse. Happiest Baby Education takes place along with Infant Massage sessions.

        

310-365-8042

        

        

 

        

 

        

TESOL certified ESL Tutor

        

TESOL (teaching English to students of other languages) can help beginning English language learners with reading, writing, listening, phonics, and speaking. Offering a free initial consultation for you or your child to assess your language learning needs. Experience includes: Foreign language teaching English to grades 1-4 in public and private schools in Shanghai, China, ESL teacher (English as a second language) at Reading Town, after school academy ages 5-14 & ESL teacher to International adults at Poly Languages, Pasadena. Currently an ESL buddy as a volunteer for adult seniors in both phonics and civic exam and interview preparation at The Karsh Center in Koreatown. Email Fran at la.teach.esl@gmail.com.

        

 

        

 

        

Professional organizing company looking for P/T organizing assistant

        

Candidate must possess the following qualities: Outgoing personality, Organizational skills, Must have “vision”, Honest and trustworthy, Able to lead a team, Able to lift heavy boxes, Be teachable and take direction, Be punctual, Flexible schedule, Reliable transportation, Willing to travel all over LA, Available weekends & No allergies or fear of animals. If this sounds like a good fit, email info@organize2harmonize.com explaining why!

        

        

 

        

 

        

Party Help: This Time You Enjoy the Party

        

Stop trying to do it all by yourself. Karen can do anything from set up, to preparing food, to serving – as well as the dreaded clean-up. Enjoy yourself for once and let her do all of the running around. She is available for both small gatherings including office parties, backyard BBQ’s, birthday parties and lunches or larger scale events including weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and anniversary celebrations. Karen used to be in the catering business. Currently she is a part time teacher! Amazing references upon request. Email karenspartyhelp@yahoo.com or call (818) 445-1749.

        

 

        

 

        

6th Annual LACC Track Day Invitational

        

Thursday, March 23rd at the Willow Springs International Motorsports Park

        

Optimum track time on a world renowned raceway is the ultimate experience for any car enthusiast. Now in its sixth annual charity track day event, L.A. Car Connection (LACC) and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) have worked together to create a memorable experience for LACC clients and JDRF supporters in the effort to raise money for type 1 diabetes (T1D) research.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Are You Tired of Hiding Your Legs Due to Spider & Varicose Veins?

        

At Beverly Hills Vein Institute, Dr. Brooks offers the most advanced and personalized treatments in varicose vein management. To learn more about Venous disease, call 310-853-5850.

        

9400 Brighton Way #303 in Beverly Hills, 90210

        

        

 

        

 

        

Warning Parents: “Slime” created in science or art at school poses health risks to children

        

        

 

        

 

        

A Faery Hunt show and Fairy Birthday Party

        

Saturday, March 25th at 10:30am

        

A Faery Hunt shows are interactive performances designed for young audiences and their families to inspire creativity, imaginations and fun. Come and join the faery folke on a fun and gentle quest for the Fairy Royalty. And then a birthday party for one of the Fairies and everyone’s invited! The fairy birthday party is filled with fun, dancing, games, fairy unicorn readings, fairy face painting, one-on-one time with the Fairy Princess, food and frolic. Call 818-324-6802 for more info.

        

        

 

        

 

        

Yoga for Runners with Ania Mechlinska-Venice

        

Sunday, March 26th from 2-4pm

        

Having a regular yoga practice can help runners increase flexibility while strengthening areas that will improve their running & reduce the risk of injury. Yoga also can be a practice to restore tired, overworked muscles and assist in the healing of acute or chronic injuries. Join Ania Mechlinska-Venice, runner and RYT-500, to learn how yoga can improve your running. Perfect for after the LA Marathon!