February 7 2018

Baby and Toddler Basics: Expert Answers to Parents’ Top 150 Questions
The new MUST-HAVE parenting book for expecting and new parents has arrived! As featured on Live with Kelly and Ryan (http://kellyandryan.com/brightcovevideos/janyouary-baby), The Doctors, and KTLA, Dr. Tanya answers parents top 150 questions in an accurate, easy-to-understand format. Tanya Altmann, MD, FAAP, is a bestselling author and the founder of www.CalabasasPeds.com. Order your copy at https://www.amazon.com/Baby-Toddler-Basics-Answers.
 
 
Today in History
Wave All you Fingers at Your Neighbor Day
Send a Card to a Friend Day
The Beatles come to the U.S. for the first time. (1964)
 
 
Social and Emotional Learning Workshops for Kids
Bluejack Kids is offering the following 1.5 hour workshops the 1st Saturday of every month in Encino:
Worry, Worry Go Away from 2-3:30pm – The workshop will help your child identify and label worries and learn coping strategies to effectively manage worries.
Flip the Switch from 3:30-5pm – The workshop will teach your child productive ways to manage feelings of frustration and anger.
$119 per workshop. To register, email bluejackkids@gmail.com or call 877-809-0824.
 
 
Fun Under The Sun at Pierce College in Woodland Hills Early Bird Registration
(4) two week sessions beginning June 11th-August 3rd
For children 5-14 years old. Everything is included in the low price: Swimming, Field Trips, Lunch (except on trip days) Snacks, Morning and Afternoon Extended Care, Crafts, Sports, Performing Arts, Cooking, and much more. Air conditioned rooms. Campers in 6-9th grades participate a Teen Travel Program. For more information, call (818) 907-8259. Early bird special ends on March 1st.
 
 
Music Lessons in the Comfort of Your Home: Piano, Voice, Guitar, Bass, Cello, Drums, Ukulele & 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.
 
 
The Ovarian Cancer Circle/Inspired By Robin Babbini Cuts For A Cause
Sunday, Feb. 18th from 10am-4pm
Nadah Chatih & her talented team of hairstylists are donating 100% of their services at reduced prices to support Ovarian Cancer Research! Men, women & children welcome. Appointments recommended but walk-ins welcome. Raffles & refreshments. For more information, call 818.906.6966.
 
 
GREAT Gardener Lead
Highly Recommended by Jen Levinson – jen@jenslist.com
“Reynaldo Luna has been our gardener for 9 years and does a truly terrific job. Dependable, reliable and knows how to take care of the yard! I have referred him to SO many other Jens List members and EVERYONE loves him! He can trim trees too! Call him at 818-802-0025.”
 
 
Rattlesnake Aversion Clinic for Dogs
Help keep your four-footed best friend safe on the trails this year. Because of their naturally curious behavior, dogs are 20% more likely to get bitten by a rattlesnake than a human is! MRT is teaming up with dog training expert Fred Presson, of High On Kennels, to host a series of training clinics from March to September. Your puppy pal will be trained to know the scent, sight, and sound of a rattlesnake, and how to stay away from it.
 
 
Mental Health and Wellness Summit featuring Dr. Dan Siegel
Sunday, Feb. 25th from 9:15am-2pm at Congregation Or Ami
Is your teen/pre-teen stressed? Anxious? Are you? With other teens, parents, grandparents, teachers and therapists, come together to discover critical stress management skills and mental wellness techniques. Hear from Dr. Dan Siegel, world-renowned psychiatrist (read his bio) and receive a copy of his new book, The Yes Brain. Choose among workshops by community experts to gain important resiliency skills. Book and lunch included in registration cost
 
 
Do You Have A Baby, Toddler Or Young Child Who Doesn’t Sleep Well?
Tracie of Rest Well Baby offers professional sleep solutions that are customized to your family’s needs and sleep goals. She can help you tackle common pediatric sleep problems such as frequent nighttime wakings, short naps, early morning rising, bedtime battles, etc… all while maintaining a secure attachment between parent & child. Contact Tracie today at restwellbaby@gmail.com to schedule a free 15 minute initial phone call to learn how she can help your family get the gift of sleep!
 
 
Watch North America’s Best Teams Battle In The NA LCS
Recently recognized as the most played video game in the world, League of Legends®(http://www.lolesports.com/en_US/) is a multiplayer online battle arena game (MOBA). Players choose a role from an expanding cast of powerful champions and join forces in strategic, fast-paced gameplay to take control of the enemy’s end of the battlefield.
 
 
Print, Name Or Brand Athletic Wear (Vinyl Letter Press)
Attention Team Parents! Wouldn’t it be great to have someone else do the jersey name coordination!?? Your one stop shop for all jersey name printing is here. The jerseys get picked up from your house, printed and delivered back to you just in time for the season. Takes all the back and forth out of being a Team Parent and gives you time to focus on the real stuff. Letters are available in a variety of colors and textures. Contact printnamebrand@gmail.com with any questions.
 
 
The Zimmer Children’s Museum
Dedicated to teaching people about the big ideas of global citizenship, community responsibility, and cultural sensitivity. Their mission is to promote values that help make a better society through interactive learning, creative self-expression and art experiences for children. The Zimmer Children’s Museum is a non-profit cultural institution located on Museum Row in Los Angeles, featuring hands-on exhibits for children ages 0-8 to explore big ideas in creative and inspiring settings. The Zimmer is also the only museum dedicated specifically to kids and families in Los Angeles.
 
 
Netflix’s ‘Stranger Things’ at PaleyFest LA
Sun., March 25th at 7pm
See the stars & creators of ‘Stranger Things’ in person at The Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Enjoy an exclusive screening followed by a panel discussion with your favorite stars live onstage, capped off by a Q & A with the audience. Produced by The Paley Center for Media, PaleyFest brings fans together with the talent behind their favorite TV shows. The premier TV Festival has become a must attend pop culture event!
 
 
Here We Come to Save the Day
Wed., March 7th from 4-4:45pm
Kick off Women’s History Month with Flights of Fantasy’s engaging live theatrical performance of folk tales and fables to celebrate women! Funding provided by the Department of Cultural Affairs, City of Los Angeles.
 
 
Get Paid To See Inside Your Brain
Looking for healthy volunteers to participate in a brain and emotions study. Participants will complete tests and questionnaires, they will take pictures of your brain and body through non-invasive MRI scans (no injections or radiation), and a collect blood sample. Participants are asked to come for 2 visits(1 at CHLA and 1 at USC Keck), for up to a total of 8 hours. Parents will also complete some questionnaires. Children ages 8-15 may be eligible.
 
 
Taking the Fuss out of Shopping for Special Food Needs
64% of us now actively exclude certain foods. So, we need the most clear, trusted & accurate way to find food & recipes! Spoon Guru’s free app is now in the US, after bettering the lives of many in the UK the last 2 years. You simply create a profile in the Spoon Guru app by selecting from 180+ distinct tags (U.S. Beta is currently at 108 tags, and still rolling out the rest)-offering the broadest coverage of dietary profiles across the market-to establish what intolerances you have (i.e. gluten, eggs, nuts, lupin), and/or lifestyle diet categories (i.e. vegetarian, etc.; low carb, organic, low sugar, paleo, etc. on deck). Spoon Guru addresses single and multiple user food requirements.
 
 
‘Saved By The Bell’ Pop-Up Now Taking West Hollywood Reservations
Graduates of Bayview High will want to make reservations at a pop-up coming soon to West Hollywood. A pop-up diner inspired by the 90s TV show “Saved By The Bell” is coming to town. “Saved By The Max” – in honor of the fictional diner The Max that starred in the show – will officially open in May. The replica restaurant will host celebrities, famous DJs and feature theme nights. Some of the menu items will include A.C. Sliders, Mac and Screech, and the Kelly Kapowski Montecristo.
 
 
Joy Theatre Kids Improv Comedy Class Ages 4-11
Come on down to Joy theatre and play some fun improve games! Learn awesome acting skills, make great friends, and hang out with some super cool teachers! There’s always fun and games, and great snacks too! Joy Theatre is the proud recipient of the Most Inspiring Teachers Award from the 2017 Sundance Film Festival and the Creative Coalition. Their comedy has been featured on CNN and NBC and are proud to demonstrate. They never turn anybody away!
 
 
A Faery Hunt Show & Fairy Birthday Party
Saturday, March 10th from 10:30am-1pm
A Faery Hunt shows are interactive performances designed for young audiences & families to inspire creativity & fun. First, join the faery folke on a gentle quest for the Fairy Royalty with A Faery Hunt performance. 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. Groups and birthdays are welcome. Call 818-324-6802.
 
 
Leave The House Makeup Free With Just A Little Lip Gloss and Still Look Great
Rodan + Fields has 4 Regimens. Just answer a few questions in the “Find Your Regimen” section: www.ajruhr.myrandf.com.
These are the Regimens + how they help your skin:
– REDEFINE – For Fine Lines, Pores + Loss of Firmness
– REVERSE – For skin discoloration concerns, dullness to stubborn dark marks + age spots
– Unblemish – For Acne
– SOOTHE – For Sensitive Skin
Email ajruhrmyrf@gmail.com with any questions!