September 27 2017

Heschel Open House – A TK-8th grade independent Jewish school
Elementary School Open Houses – November 9th & January 18th from 9:30am-11:30am
Middle School Open House – November 19th from 9:45am-12:30pm
Heschel provides a rigorous academic and rich extracurricular education, developing critical thinking, problem solving, and creativity. The enriching programs including robotics, athletics, musical theatre and STEAM instill character building and individual growth. They offer 4 bus routes throughout the San Fernando Valley including stops in Sherman Oaks, Encino, Tarzana, Woodland Hills and Calabasas. They are excited for your family to learn more and to meet the Heschel family.
For more information, contact Lara Martin at 818-368-5781.
 
 
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Crush a Can Day
 
 
Cey Hey Winter Baseball Camp for Ages 7-12
Dec. 18th-21st & Dec. 26th-29th at Calabasas High School
Designed to provide the players with pro instruction in all aspects of the game. Includes: Instruction of hitting, Instruction of defense base running, Infield, Outfield & Games. Players will get to meet other players, improve their skills and win fun prizes in friendly camp competitions. Sign-up early now and save 10% using the promo code from now until October 15th! Use promo code at checkout: ceyhey10 
 
 
Back to School Cookies (PB&J, Pop-Tart, Cheetos & more) from Cookie Good
Santa Monica bakery Cookie Good is offering a Back to School box (1 dozen cookies) perfect for afterschool treats, teacher appreciation gifts, PTA meetings and more! Flavors: Cap’n Crunch w/Crunchberries, Caramel-Pretzel-Chocolate Chunk, Cheetos, Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola ‘Bar,’ Chocolate Chip, Circus Animal, Cookie Monster, ‘Hostess’ Apple Pie, PB&J (w/grape jelly), Rice Krispies Treat, Strawberry Pop Tart and Ding Dong. $23; available to order in-store and at https://cookiegood.com/.
 
 
Professional Non-toxic Lice Removal Service
Lice lady comes to your home. Available seven days a week. School is back and so are lice! Complimentary telephone consultation. The home care division is now available to sanitize and rid your home of this pesky parasite. Preferred choice by many LAUSD schools. Call 818-905-5423(LICE) for more info.
 
 
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Intuitive Art Class
2 Wednesdays a month from 8:30-10pm in Woodland Hills
An invitation to your inside world through Meditation, Art, Clay and painting. You can find out what stops you, motivates you or what are your deepest worries or pain. Call 818-448-0552 for more details. No experience necessary.
 
 
Santa Monica Pier Announces Front Porch Cinema Fall Movie Line Up
Front Porch Cinema, a favorite for movie-lovers and locals, is back on the Santa Monica Pier with free Friday night films from Sept. 29th-Oct. 27th. Sponsored by Squarespace, and produced by LA’s outdoor movie event producers, Eat|See|Hear, the series kicks off with the award-winning hit movie, La La Land on Sept. 29th and free dance lessons before them film, followed by the 30th anniversary of The Princess Bride on Oct. 6th, Hidden Figures, the story of a team of female African-American mathematicians on Oct. 13th and a live-action re-telling of Disney’s animated classic Beauty and the Beast on Oct. 20th.
 
 
BARK: Kids Read to Dogs
Saturday, September 30th at 2pm at the John C. Fremont Library
Come read books to dogs! BARK is an all-volunteer program that encourages children to increase their reading skills and self-confidence by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs.
 
 
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Evidence-Based Inclusive Theatre for Children and Teens
The Miracle Project, the inclusive musical theatre program that celebrates neurodiversity in the arts, is proud to partner with Kids Like Me and offer after school classes at The Help Group. The Miracle Project incorporates a groundbreaking and evidence-based methodology that integrates theatre, film, and the expressive arts to bring out the best in individuals with autism and all abilities. Through shared experiences with non-disabled peers, individuals with autism and other disabilities find their voice, develop their talents and become part of a unique, dynamic, inclusive community.
 
 
Youth Acting Biz – 50% off classes($225 value)
Enrollments end this Thursday at 12 noon. Call 310-941-3788. Youth Acting Biz is a Professional Acting training program for kids ages 3-12 and teens, our facility is located in the Noho Arts District. Their students have been seen on Disney, Nickelodeon and heard on the Cartoon Network! Mention Jen’s List when you call 310-941-3788.
 
 
Need help with your iPhone, Mac, or iPad?
Learn how to use and master your apple products! Receive one-on-one private lessons on your Apple products and learn more than you ever thought possible! Tracie comes direct to your home or office and creates a curriculum tailored to your goals, learning style & experience. She worked for Apple for 3.5 years and has 11 years experience teaching, using & fixing Apple products. She’s knowledgeable, patient, friendly and professional! Jen’s List members get 10% off your 1st lesson! Call (805)558-0188 or email tracie@tlkmultimedia.com.
 
 
Southeast Asia Day
Saturday, September 30th from 9am-5pm at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach
For the 13th year, the Aquarium of the Pacific spotlights the diverse cultures that can be found in Southeast Asia. Visitors can learn about the nations of Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Laos, and Indonesia through a variety of dance, music, and cultural craft demonstrations. There will be art and craft projects for kids to do, and a selection of ethnic cuisine available for purchase.
 
 
Become and Advocate for Children who have Experienced abuse and neglect
Oct. 1st from 2:30pm-3:45pm
A Court Appointed Special Advocate (or CASA) volunteer makes a difference for children in foster care. CASA volunteers are paired to work one-on-one with a child and ensure they have the services and support needed in the areas important to all children: stable placement, education, and healthcare. There are 30,000 kids in the child welfare system in LA and many need the support of a CASA volunteer. The first step toward becoming a CASA volunteer is attending a one-hour information session, whe
 
 
Sponsoring a child is a great way to give back
What can you do with $28 a month? It is not a lot of money for most of us. It is the cost of one meal in a restaurant, or one coffee a week, but for the same amount, you can sponsor a child in need with Children Incorporated, and ensure they get a better chance in life. For many children around the world, having a sponsor is the difference between them getting an education or not. Children Incorporated works in 23 countries, including the U.S., to provide basic needs like food, clothes, shoes, hygiene items, and school supplies, which helps impoverished kids overcoming the barriers of poverty so they can go to school and learn. Considering sponsoring with Children Incorporated!