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Get your child reading ready with Square Panda!
Square Panda is a multisensory phonics learning system designed for kids 2+. The playset blends physical smart letters with a library of age-appropriate learning games, all of which are grounded in research and free to download. Through their Parent Portal, parents can personalize their child’s experience and track their learning progress. Your child will stay engaged in their learning as they explore the alphabet, letter sounds, discover rhymes, build vocabulary and more. Get $20 off through September by using the code JENSLIST (valid on SquarePanda.com or Amazon).
Today in History
The record for drinking Ketchup belongs to Dustin Phillips (USA).(1999)
Autumn Equinox – Fall begins!
Business Women’s Day
Elephant Appreciation Day
Hobbit Day
Native American Day
Come visit Sierra Canyon School
October 3rd, 17th, and 24th at 9am
At Sierra Canyon School, a spirit of creativity drives everything! A carefully designed pre-k-12th grade program expands every child’s vision, ambition, and capability a little more every day. Sierra Canyon’s nurturing approach builds academic agility, genuine confidence, and compassionate character-preparing students to thrive in Sierra Canyon’s Middle and Upper Schools. From there, students graduate as uncommonly self-aware, self-advocating, and self-directed young adults, ready and eager for college and beyond. They call that learning forward. Families from over 85 zip codes travel to Sierra Canyon to experience an individually calibrated, entrepreneurial education.
The Van Nuys Airport/Northridge Optimist Club 1st Annual Casino Night Fundraiser
Oct. 21st at 6pm at The Bay Club of Canoga Park
This special evening will be supporting The Jordanstrong Foundation and their efforts to educate our youth regarding social media as well as their anti-bullying programs. There will be cash (gift card) prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers as well as some amazing raffle prizes. Purchase tickets at http://optimistclub.brownpapertickets.com/. For information about sponsoring the event, call Ed Peisner at 818.335.7543.
Meals Delivered – Treat yourself to a Trimmer Tummy
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and two snacks per day. All perfectly portioned, nutritious and so delicious. Prepared with care by Nutritionist and Personal Trainer Kellie Blackburn. Delivery is Tuesday for a Wednesday start. All food is ready to eat, no cooking. Calabasas and surrounding areas. Email kellie@kelliefit.com to place your order and get more info. This is for those who eat all foods however, there is no pork, no beef. Jens List members LOVE these meals!
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inhaus – The easiest way to find a home, buy a home and get a 50% commission refund
inhaus modernizes how people buy homes & rewards buyers for doing what they love (searching for homes online, going to open houses) with a 50% commission refund. The #1 challenge to buying a home is the upfront cost of purchasing a home. Because inhaus empowers buyers by instantly matching them to homes, we don’t need to compromise on quality & can refund 50% commission to help offset purchase costs. Buy your home with inhaus & get a free home warranty & 1% back to a charity of your choice.
Reality Party for Parents in Thousand Oaks
Sat, October 21st – every ½ hour between 2-6:30pm
Adults will have the opportunity to tour through the rooms of a simulated teen party. Young actors will play the parts of young people engaging in alcohol and drug related party activities and will express the attitudes and concerns that teens have reported in Straight Up focus groups throughout Ventura County. Straight Up created these events with youth who wanted to communicate an important message to adults and support understanding between parents and teens. After the tour, guests will attend a facilitated discussion with other parents, members of law enforcement, and counselors. Adults only. Free and open to the public.
Pay Your Friends Instantly, and Cash Out to Your Bank for Free
I LOVE this app! So easy! Owe someone money? Just like real cash, but better. Use it with anyone, even if they don’t have an account. Send money to friends and family with your debit card at no cost. Standard deposits show up the very next business day. You can even spend directly from the app with a built-in Visa virtual card number. Try the Cash app using code DBVTCJD you’ll get $5!
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2017 11th Annual Los Angeles VisionWalk
Saturday, October 21st at 9am at Woodley Park in Van Nuys
Celebrate fundraising efforts in the name of retinal research. Highlights of the morning include a live performance by the Academy of Music for the Blind, a community vendor area including Guide Dogs of America, AIRS-LA, Junior Blind of America, Farm Fresh to You and a photo booth to commemorate your Walk day. Register you or your team and join the fight against retinal diseases. Help reach this year’s $110,000 goal. Bring your dogs, children, family, friends, co-workers and celebrate your hard work.
IMAX® with Laser Launches at the California Science Center’s IMAX® Theater
October 11th
The California Science Center is proud to announce the launch of the IMAX® with Laser projection system, cutting-edge technology that provides a next-generation cinema experience. Beginning Oct. 11, guests will discover the future of film with crystal-clear light, sights and sounds. Two new films will premiere along with the new IMAX with Laser system: “Amazon Adventure 3D” and” Hurricane 3D” that will illustrate the capabilities of the next-generation IMAX with Laser system.
Parents of Toddlers: Preschool Admissions Panel
Wed, Oct. 4th from 6:30-9pm at Cassidy Preschool in Santa Monica
Join this insightful evening of Q&A with Admissions Directors from a variety of Preschools. PEL Board Member, Joanna Port, will moderate the panel. Topics include: Philosophies, Readiness, Programs, Admissions, Best Fit, DK/TK/PreK, and more! The directors will discuss similarities and differences of specific Preschools, as well as broad and general concepts regarding Preschool and how to navigate Preschools in Los Angeles. RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/preschool-admissions-panel.
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Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service – The Wash Wizards
A family owned and operated mobile laundry service with pickup and delivery wash and fold service. At their facilities, they will wash, dry and neatly fold them or hang them at your request. Within 24 hours you will find all of your wonderfully fresh laundry back at your home. Simplicity and reliability are sometimes so difficult to find in the chaos of day to day living which is why they strive so hard to provide it for you.
6 Bedroom Vacation Home Overlooking Lake Arrowhead for Rent
A beautiful home that sleeps 17 for a family or work retreat, special birthday or anniversary celebration, or just getting a bunch of kids and families together for the weekend. This home is modern, very large, open floor plan and gazes out over the lake. Less than 2 hours from LA, you will make cherished memories here. Jen’s list mom will give discount to any Jen’s list mom! Email jengold100@icloud.com for pictures and quotes.
Full Time Administrative Assistant with Benefits for busy Farmer’s Agent Office Needed
Busy Farmers Agent office is currently seeking an Administrative/Customer Service Representative position will involve answering multiple phone lines, providing customer service to agency customers, receiving and processing insurance payments for existing customers, drafting letters & reports, and other additional clerical work. Will train! Email jennifer.bmatlock@farmersagency.com.
BusyKid
Formerly known as MyJobChart.com, it is the first mobile-website that helps parents teach children about work ethic, responsibility, accountability and managing real money. Parents pay their children a weekly allowance for completing assigned chores or activities. It’s real life simplified.
Burbank Temple Emanu El – Infant & Toddler Program Parent & Me
Thursdays, 9:30-10:45am, from October 19th-December 21st
Parent/Grandparent & Me classes – open to the community for all parents/grandparents and children ages 6-24 months. Classes are held in a toddler classroom led by one of our preschool teachers, Debi Chesler. Debi has been in the field for over 40 years as a preschool teacher, Parent/Grandparent & Me facilitator, and director. She will lead you and your (grand)child(ren) in stimulating and engaging activities!
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Time Out Timer Stool
Need a short discipline lesson for a little one? Check out this Time Out stool for them to sit on. Made of hardboard with wood legs, it comes complete with an hour glass to ensure they stay for the right amount of time to learn their lesson! Sturdy enough to handle to most unruly of children. The stool is 13″ tall by 12″ wide and fits perfectly into any space.
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September 22 2017
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