September 14 2017

Busy Parents: Skip the Repair Shop
YourMechanic sends expert, background-screened mechanics to your home or office to save time. Back-to-school is a busy time! It’s back to music lessons, team practices, playdates, last-minute trips to buy cupcake mix, birthday parties, doctor’s appointments, and so much more. Make sure your vehicle can handle your to-do list with YourMechanic and Castrol’s back-to-school service package including an oil change, tire rotation and 50-point inspection to check the health of your vehicle. The special, which runs until Sept. 30th, can be booked online at www.yourmechanic.com/back-to-school-2017. And if you need a specific repair, check out the full service offering at www.yourmechanic.com/services.
 
 
Today in History
Francis Scott-Key composed the lyrics to “The Star Spangled Banner”. (1814)
National Cream-Filled Donut Day
 
 
Meditation Audio Now Available
Local meditation teacher, Maria Humphreys, has created a recording of the meditation she loves – http://store.cdbaby.com/cd/mariahumphreys. She is excited to offer this empowering yet relaxing tool for anyone interested. For more information about Maria, you can find her on Facebook at Strong Body Strong Soul, on Instagram as mariahumphreys101 or visit www.mariahumphreys.com/meditation.
 
 
Music Lessons in the Comfort of Your Home: Piano, Voice, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Ukulele, Cello & Violin
When was the last time your child begged a teacher to stay longer? At The Schuler Music Studio, students not only learn to PLAY music, they have FUN learning it! This private music school offers high-end lessons, and they drive to YOU! Their educated, qualified staff of professional musicians are enthusiastic & offer a warm, supportive environment for students to play & create. They provide a well-rounded music education, focus on building confidence & emphasize fun. Several live performance opportunities throughout the year. Join students who’ve already discovered they’re the BEST place to get results! Call (818)203-5342 or email lessons@schulermusicstudio.com.
 
 
Awesome Facialist Lead
Bonnie Burgess’ vision, the owner and skin care therapist of Cella Skin Care, is to marry the effective result-oriented approach of a skin care clinic with the healing, restorative, holistic feel of a luxury day spa in perfect balance. Her goal is to have each client leave feeling restored in body, mind, and spirit. Each client has very individual goals for the treatment of their skin and it is her commitment to meet these needs & exceed their expectations. She offers many different facials including Lactic Acid Peel & Diamond Peel Microdermabrasion. I HIGHLY recommend!
818-623-7333
23548 Calabasas Rd. Suite 205 in Calabasas, 91302
 
 
Magic & Munchies – A Great Magic Class for Ages 7+
Sunday, October 8th from 10:30am-Noon at The Magic Apple in Studio City 
Each child will learn 3-4 pocket sized magic tricks PLUS they get a magic wand with a bonus trick! They will learn some great close up magic tricks and even some mind Reading tricks! Each child will get to practice the trick on the instructors or fellow magicians in class! Magic helps build social skills, helps to overcome stage fright and is a great art form! $25 per child/adult ($20 each add’l family member. Call 818-508-9921 to sign up! 
 
 
Disney’s Broadway musical, The Little Mermaid – Meet the stars after each show
Sept. 22nd-Nov. 4th, Friday at 8pm, Sat. at 3pm & 8pm at the Cupcake Theater
Disney’s musical The Little Mermaid offers an enchanting opportunity for children and adults of all ages to relive this classic fairytale. With music by 8-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs. Use discount code “littlemichelle” (no caps) for half priced tickets. Kids 3 and under are free! Be sure to stick around after to introduce your little ones to their favorite characters!
 
 
New Wright Mommy and Me classes forming NOW for May-July 2017 babies
Mondays at 11:30am or 5pm(For working moms) in Sherman Oaks at Bini Birth
Find your mommy village! New classes begin September 11th. Wright Mommy & Me classes nurture the adjustment to motherhood and explore many topics throughout baby’s first year, while creating a place to find new and supportive friendships with other moms. Mention Jen’s List and receive a $40 discount for your 1st session. Email your name, baby’s name, birth date, phone #, and include BINI as your location, to contact@wrightmommy.com. Access more info about our classes at www.wrightmommy.com.
 
 
New School Year, New Male Nanny
It’s time to listen to what your children need. If your child has outgrown your current nanny, it may be time to look into a male nanny. Male nannies are responsible, educated, energetic, and nurturing. Children respond and connect differently with males than they do with females. Mannies of L.A. has the best male nannies in town. Call 310-773-8895.
 
 
Heart4ART Can Be Your Child’s ART Enrichment Program
20% discount in September for Jen’s List readers! Heart4ART teaches PRE-K through HS how to express themselves as artists. What makes Heart4art different is its flexible schedule with private and semi-private time slots. The students love creating various art projects. Heart4ART offers 1-3 hour time slots in a fun nurturing environment. YELP 5 STARS! Time slots are available Monday-Friday from 11am-7pm & Saturday from 10am-4pm. Call/Text (818) 203-5031 or email sharonsheart4art@aol.com.
5200 Kanan Road #214 in Agoura Hills
Facebook: Heart4ART
 
 
Enter to Win a Free Month of Unlimited CrossFit Classes
Chalkline CrossFit is giving away a free One Month Membership to two lucky people per month for the rest of the year! Why? They are passionate about helping people improve their health and wellness and want to spread the word about our program. If you think CrossFit is too intense or that you can’t do it… they promise you can and will show you how. They have members of all levels from 20-75 years old, most had never done CrossFit before coming to them. Just submit your entry and you could win!
 
 
Mom Truths: What ’80s moms need to know about 2017
 
 
Travel back to the future, with Creature Features an Adult Coloring book
This one is a scream. Each page is a hilarious sendup of a B-movie poster from the 50’s or 60’s with an irresistible marquee, such as “Alcoholic Aliens Attack!” and “Tiki Terror!” Escape a world gone mad by coloring your way through 45 full-page scenes of monsters, robots, ray guns, and spaceships, plus plenty of earthlings awaiting your rescue. Take your creativity to the outer limits, and don’t forget the popcorn!
 
 
Make a Card, send a Card
In this day of technology, take a moment to relax & craft at my card making classes In West Hills! I design the cards & prepare the materials, you come, stamp, adhere, cut & complete, giving you stunning homemade cards to send to loved ones! Contact sarah@projectstamp.com. Upcoming classes:
Fri., September 15th at 9:30am or 7:30pm: 6 cards (3 each of 2 designs) $20
Sat., September 23rd at 6pm Holiday Catalog launch: games, prizes & cards. $45
Sun., October 1st at 10am: 8 holiday inspired cards
 
 
Out of college, but no job yet?
Classics Alive Artists is looking for an intern booking agent to call on music presenters to generate interest in hiring our classical artists or to set appointments with our executive director. Pay is on a commission basis based upon contracts signed by the presenters. You should be creative, professional, personable, good on the telephone, interested in music, sales, and comfortable with Excel. Work your own hours. Build your resume. Call Jean at 818-436-6173 or email admin@classicsalive.org.
 
 
Are you a Mommy in the Burbank/Pasadena area that would like a chance to win $50 by Helping New Moms?
Established author is creating a guidebook for new mommies in the Burbank/Pasadena area. Target ages: 3 to 8 years old. Best park? Free classes? Example: Did you know that you get free 1 day admission to the zoo by taking one of its classes? Email TrainOfThoughtPress@gmail.com with: Your Name & Tip. A $50 Amazon gift card will be raffled. Each tip will count as a separate entry into the raffle! They also have a Reader Review Program. A Guaranteed $25 per book read.
 
 
Ever been curious why certain homes gets used for filming?
Dina is looking for certain styles of homes in Colfax Meadows, South of the Blvd in Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Tarzana – Cape Cod, All Americana Craftsman Homes. If your home has the right look, she will put it in location database. Call 818 625-6438 for more info.
 
 
“Are you ready to pull your hair out” while doing homework with your child, has the teacher called?
Barbara Gibson Paul Psy.D., LMFT is a former special education teacher and now a child therapist CAN help you and your child. She can give you and your child tips for increased happiness, less stress and anxiety. She’s located in Woodland Hills and accepts most insurance plans. Her book “Max Pays Attention” $14.95 can be purchased at her office. Call 818-599-0053. She has helped children and teens that attend LAUSD, LVUSD and private schools.
 
 
Homework Zone Offers Affordable Tutoring
Kids Club’s popular HomeWork Zone, is an after school tutoring program that offers shuttle options from school, one on one tutoring for all ages, weekly classes, snacks, enrichment and much more! Call today for more info on how we can assist your family’s after school homework needs or upcoming no school day camp fun! Kids Club offers year round camp options for all holidays. Mention this Jen’s List Ad for a $50 additonal discount!
(818) 591-2582
 
 
Time to stART…ART at The Art Club in Encino
They have really fun clay & ceramics, painting, drawing, sculpture and mixed media Fine Art Classes. This is the special art workshop for Children, Teens & Adults that you have been looking for. All you need is a smile and some imagination! Classes are offered all year long in a cozy and supportive atmosphere. One-to-One art workshops are also available for all ages. Email ARTCLUBbyjanet@aol.com or call 818-783-6566. For schedules and further information, visit www.ARTCLUBbyjanet.com.
 
 
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