May 12 2017

Martial Arts Lessons or Kickboxing Classes for the ENTIRE family
We have been going to http://teamkaratecenter.com for 9+ yrs & I HIGHLY recommend it! Martial Arts Teacher Fariborz Azhakh has been teaching in WH for 30 yrs & is now in a BRAND NEW location in Woodland Hills. His school engages in honest business practices, with an emphasis on transparency, & sane, equitable, & sustainable policies, pricing, & procedures. He teaches & practices smart fitness, family unity, and the practice of “self-defense” that includes healthy eating, bully prevention education, anger management, & lessons in developing compassion and respect for self and others.
 
 
Today in History
The flush toilet is patented. (1792)
Child Care Provider Day
Fatigue Syndrome Day
International Nurses Day
Limerick Day
Military Spouses Day
 
 
Metro Beach – An Outdoor Beach Volleyball & Sand Training Complex in Chatsworth
This amazing fully-enclosed & secure facility offers: Premium quality sand – 3 championships courts that can be converted into 4 practice courts – State of the art nets, poles, pads & lines – Lights – A snack bar with beer & wine service(limited events) – Clean restrooms & showers – Free parking – Hoses to cool down the courts – An indoor Players Lounge – Boot Camps & Sand Resistance Training – Clinics, Summer Camps & Tournaments – Open Play – Private & Small Group Lessons – Youth, College and Adult Play – And More! Check it out!
 
 
Hands down….The BEST place for BROWS
Ronnie Retin has 15+ 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 “their” face. Ronnie specializes in “brow rehab” (as I had to go through…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! EASY ONLINE BOOKING at https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/TBB4ZJ or Use the iPhone App: Schedulicity (search The Brow Barre).
 
 
What Those Of Us Without Mental Illness Need To Understand
 
 
Summer Cooking Camps for ages 8-14
Monday-Friday, June 12th-17th, June 19th-23rd, June 26th-30th from 10am-1pm
100% hands on for students. Includes a complete meal that they prepare in class. All recipes from class will be emailed or passed out in class. Regular price is $385.
 
 
MAMMA MIA! at the Hollywood Bowl
July 28th-30th
Mamma Mia! will be directed and choreographed by three-time Tony Award-winner Kathleen Marshall and conducted by David Holcenberg. Filled with ABBA’s timeless songs, Mamma Mia! features music and lyrics by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus and some songs with Stig Anderson, with book by Catherine Johnson. Mamma Mia! was originally conceived by Judy Craymer. Mamma Mia! is the 2001 international phenomenon about a young woman’s plot to uncover the identity of her father among three of her mother’s former loves, all invited to her wedding on a Greek island.  Filled with ABBA’s timeless songs, including “Dancing Queen” and “Voulez Vous” – Mamma Mia!  will have you singing, dancing and having the time of your life!
 
 
Learn how to keep your family safe from “TRICKY people”
Tuesday, May 23rd at 7:30pm at Temple Ahavat Shalom in Northridge
Pattie Fitzgerald, leading expert in childhood sexual abuse prevention education will be presenting “An Ounce of Prevention”. The effective, comprehensive safety presentation has been successfully presented throughout the United States. Includes 10 Safe Smarts Rules, Prevention Strategies, Common Lures and Tricks, Warning Signs and Parental Guidelines. $5 per person (Adults only). RSVP to Sandy 818-360-2258 ext 301.
 
 
“Curious Incident…” at the Ahmanson
Aug. 2nd-Sept. 10th
A New Play by Simon Stephens
Adapted from Mark Haddon’s novel
Directed by Marianne Elliott
A new play by Simon Stephens, “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” is adapted from Mark Haddon’s best-selling novel, and directed by Tony winner Marianne Elliott. The play follows 15-year-old Christopher who has an extraordinary brain; he is exceptionally intelligent but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion for killing his neighbor’s dog, he sets out to identify the true culprit, which leads to an earth-shattering discovery and a journey that will change his life forever.
 
 
The Phones We Love Too Much
 
 
WH Rotary & WELIFTLA 2nd Annual “Celebrity” No Limit Texas Hold Em’ Poker and Casino Night Event
Saturday, June 24th at 5pm at the Woodland Hills Country Club
The main event is the Celebrity No Limit Texas Hold Em Poker Tournament and great prizes. The “Final Table” 10 poker players WIN great prizes with 1st place getting $2500, $1,500 for 2nd place, and a $1000 to 3rd place. There will be casino games for the non-poker players and all the unlucky poker players that don’t make it to the final table. Great food & drink, a Cigar Lounge, and silent auction items up for bidding.
 
 
The Santa Monica Networking Mixer
June 7th
Learn one of the “Secret Keys To Life & Success! And join the Panel Discussion where you might share one of your secret Keys to Life & Success or share a challenge that you turned into your advantage. Come for an effective networking with a supportive group of smart and successful men and women, at Wokcano Restaurant, a beautiful venue with New York ambiance, in The Heart of Santa Monica. Bring a friend for free!
 
 
Pacific Symphony Santiago Strings Season Finale
May 20th at 1pm
For its season finale, PSSS presents an afternoon of warm-hearted music from its own backyard! Experience a wave of Americana in a performance will be sure to amaze and inspire, with a program that also includes Brian Balmages’ “Point Lookout”; Aaron Copland’s “Grover’s Corner” from “Our Town”; Joshua Reznicow’s “American Sketches” (A Fantasy for String Orchestra); Louis Prima’s “Sing, Sing, Sing”; John Philip Sousa’s “Stars and Stripes Forever” and Leonard Bernstein’s “Danzon” from “Fancy Free,” plus, “One Hand, One Heart” and “America” from “West Side Story.” Admission to this concert is free, but tickets are required. To reserve, call (714) 755-5799 or visit www.PacificSymphony.org.
 
 
Being Left Out Hurts: Moms, Stop ‘Social Engineering’
 
 
Picture Book Helps Handle Temper Tantrums
In Jilly’s Terrible Temper Tantrums (And How She Outgrew Them) by Martha Heineman Pieper, Ph.D, Mother and Father kangaroo respond to Jilly’s hysterics lovingly but without giving in.  Jilly has a series of meltdowns caused by typical childhood frustrations, such as when parents give attention to another sibling, a friend won’t play the game she wants, or she can’t have all the toys she wants at the toy store. By the last frustration in the story (the block tower she is building keeps falling down), Jilly has come to see that seeking help and a hug is far superior to the misery of a temper tantrum.
 
 
Friends of the Sherman Oaks Library Free Movie – La La Land
May 27th from 2-4pm
 
 
Laughter Rocks! Tips and tools to help you keep your cool no matter what
A free bi-monthly newsletter to help you navigate turbulent times. They all want a happy home – it starts with you and then your kids will follow. Laughter Rocks! gives simple suggestions to help you smile when you feel like screaming. Easy sign up – https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp.
 
 
Are you thinking of a remodel but don’t know where to start?
With over 10 years of Interior Design and Project Management experience let DKM Design bring your design vision to reality. They do full remodels and work with all genres/styles. Are you to busy to shop or think about coordinating everything in your space? Do you have ideas but can’t put it all together? Let them plan and design for you. Email debbie@dkmdesignstudio.com or call 323-638-4751 for a free in home consultation.
 
 
Camp Helping Hands – Where Kids Make a Difference
July 10th-August 4th
Camp Helping Hands is Southern California’s premier service-learning summer camp for young children. The goal is to get young children involved in their community by way of service-learning. Through service projects and field trips, Camp Helping Hands leaves participants with a positive and lasting impression by having them work together to make a difference in their community. Service – Learning – Fun! Six Locations: Camarillo, Encino, Northridge, SCV, Thousand Oaks, West Hills.
 
 
Rotary Art Show
May 13th & 14th from 10am-5pm at Moorpark Park in Studio City
100+ fine artists and artisanal crafters gather to display their artwork for exhibition and sale. One of LA’s longest running art shows, the Rotary Art Show features a diverse mix of fine art and fine crafts in a variety of mediums including painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, wood working, metal sculpting and more. This bi-annual art show takes place in May and October and is in it’s 47th annual season. It is the main fundraising event the Rotary Club of Studio City – Sherman Oaks organizes to fund and support a number of local community service projects and charity organizations in the SFV. Follow on Facebook and Instagram at @StudioCityArtShow.
 
 
Easing air travel for families living with autism