April 5 2018

Temple Ahavat Shalom Early Childhood Education Center Now Enrolling
You and your children will love the warm, nurturing environment at Temple Ahavat Shalom
*Infant Toddler Care – 6 weeks-23 months.
*Early Childhood Education – 2 years+.
*Convenient & flexible hours (M-F, 7:15am-6pm).
*Interfaith & nontraditional families welcome.
*Rich Judaic Environment.
*Children enjoy music, cooking, Shabbat, library & more.
*Complimentary temple membership.
Schedule a tour by contacting Tessa at 818-360-2258 or tessa@tasnorthridge.org.
18200 Rinaldi Pl. in Northridge
 
 
Today in History
Go for Broke Day
National Dandelion Day
 
 
Los Angeles Based Mortgage Company Is Hiring Inside Sales Account Executives
No experience necessary – they will train! Experience a plus! Competitive comp plan with unlimited earning potential, base plus commissions and bonus structure in addition to benefits and 401-K. Close to the metro and a great work environment. Forward your resume to heatherm@greenboxloans.com for consideration. Looking to hire ASAP!
 
 
Free 8th Annual Special Needs Resource Fair
Sunday, April 8th
The Help Group’s Autism Center. This is an opportunity for parents and professionals to discover the wonderful resources that L.A. has to offer its special needs community. Enjoy children’s activities, food and family fun as you discover organizations that provide information on schools & camps, residential programs, educational supports, financial/estate planning, legal & advocacy services, vocational programs, and more.
 
 
New Jewish Overnight Arts Camp
Havaya Arts is a brand new Jewish overnight arts camp based in Southern California and is the only Jewish overnight arts camp in the country that is focused on giving young artists the opportunity to make art that is camper driven and original. It is a place where vibrant Jewish communal life enhances our art, which in turn enhances Jewish life and identity. Campers learn from working artists who are experts at teaching to a variety of levels, providing a truly youth-centered experience.
 
 
Momgevity Getaways For Moms To Nourish The Mind, Body And Soul Amazing Weekend For Moms At La Costa Resort & Spa
May 4th-6th
Honor yourself the week before Mother’s Day! It promises to be a fun-filled immersive & all-inclusive weekend with everything from wine tasting and spa treatments to personalized fitness & yoga sessions with celebrity fitness and wellness expert LaReine Chabut as well as tennis. Mention Jens List and get 15% off the ticket price! Check out www.momgevity.net to sign up and join MomGevity on Facebook and Instagram @momgevity and be a part of this exciting debut of #girlstrip!
 
 
Amazing Personalized Poetry for Any and All Occasions
Pam The Poet does invitations; party speeches; letters, etc. She also creates resumes. All done simply through email. Contact pbennish@earthlink.net. I highly recommend.
 
 
7 Screen Time Tips for Parents
 
 
CPR And 1st Aid Certification-In Spanish From the #1 CPR Company In LA
April 28th at 1pm
Spring is here, time for outdoor adventures and unfortunately, accidents and injuries! Many accidents are preventable; others dramatically minimized with CPR and safety training. Don’t wait until a tragedy occurs. This course is perfect for parents and caregivers whose first language is Spanish. Save a Little Life covers the essentials of CPR, breathing support, & removal of airway obstruction(s). This course includes a 1st aid section for treating injuries and how to respond to a head injury, poisoning, burn or seizure. Students receive a 2 year Save a Little Life certification card. Register at http://bit.ly/2BZbzCU.
 
 
Special Icon  Valley Cat Music Is Open for Spring – and They’re Hiring
Valley Cat Music has been bringing Music Together, the int’l award-winning early childhood music & movement program, to the Valley since 2011; now they’re looking for new teachers to keep the groove going, build new classes, & join a community of amazing families. The next MT teacher training is June 1st-3rd in Palm Springs. Email valleycatmusic@gmail.com or text 323.528.6656 if interested or already trained!
New spring classes for children 0-5 start April 6th-June 3rd in Burbank, Valley Village, and Sherman Oaks. Register at www.valleycatmusic.com. 8 weeks $200 + $25 new member fee. Demos free 1st week; $25 drop-in fee. 
 
 
Support A Classroom. Build A Future.
Teachers all over the U.S. need your help to bring their classroom dreams to life. Supporting teachers and students since 2000, DonorsChoose.org makes it easy for anyone to help a classroom in need. Public school teachers from every corner of America create classroom project requests, and you can give any amount to the project that inspires you.
 
 
S.T.E.M. Summer Camp: Minecraft Inventor, SkyWars, Escape Room, Python, Javascript, C++ & Raspberry
Don’t Miss the famous S.T.E.M Minecraft camps for Grade K-5, where kids become detectives, inventors, chemists or part of the Star Wars. They invent machines; find a way out of the escape rooms. With resources they will explore, find, hunt, & create to invent & bring peace! This camp promises to be one of a kind with 5 days of nonstop excitement & learning. Call 818.206.2628.
 
 
Stop Phone Use In Middle Schools
Research shows that middle schoolers do better with phones away during school hours, yet for many schools this is not a requirement. Join the makers of Screenagers to promote middle school policies that require cell phones to be put away for the day in places like lockers. Get the facts and the tools to initiate positive change in your local middle school.
 
 
Encino Spring Carnival
Saturday, April 21st from 12:30-10:30pm
St. Cyril of Jerusalem cordially invites you to attend the Encino Spring Carnival with Rides, Games, Live Entertainment, Food, Drinks, Chili Cook Off, Fun, & So Much More! Open to the Pubic. Free Admission
 
 
Broadway Musical Soul Doctor Comes To Saban Theatre
May 3rd-13th
One of the most charismatic figures from the Peace and Free-Love era is celebrated in the Broadway musical Soul Doctor, which tells the fascinating story of the father of popular Jewish music, Shlomo Carlebach. A modern-day troubadour, Carlebach ignited the spirit of millions around the world with his soul-stirring melodies, engrossing storytelling and boundless love. This production is directed by Gabrielle Barre, who directed Amazing Grace on Broadway and choreographed by Jennifer Paulson-Lee.
 
 
Speech Therapy
Derra Huxley, M.A., a CA state licensed speech pathologist in the S.F. Valley, is highly experienced in working with children with articulation difficulties. She is a mother of 2, loves children, and makes therapy fun. Derra teaches parents how to help work with their child at home to maximize what they learn from therapy sessions with her. Derra also has an Accent Reduction business for fluent English speaking foreign born individuals who wish to improve their pronunciation. Call 818-385-1716.
 
 
Elite Soccer Camp – $300 A Week
Premier Development Academy is running its soccer and games Summer Camp from June 11th-15th and August 6th-10th. Sign up now and get $50 off. In addition, receive $10 cash back for every friend you refer that signs up! The camp is perfect for any child, ages 4-14. They will have a camp for Club level/elite players running as well as a general “active play” camp. Players can choose to play soccer all day or to combine soccer with other activities, including playground time, basketball, handball, and more.
 
 
No Problem Mac
They come direct to your home or business providing fast, friendly support, service, and training for all ages. Speed up your Mac, tackle the dreaded iCloud, get a printer working, upgrade your system and much, much more. See what clients say at http://www.noproblemmac.com or read the weekly Mac Tips & Tricks blog at http://www.noproblemmac.com/blog. $80 per hour. Jen’s List members get a free Malware checkup and removal! Call John at 310-621-5679.
 
 
Almond, Soy, Rice And Flax: Decoding Dairy And Vegan Milks
 
 
Writing Tutor & Learning Specialist – 9 Years Experience
Josh is a tutor and teacher that helps students get motivated and passionate about their work so they can succeed. He has over 9 years of experience tutoring and teaching students at the following schools: Bridges, Brentwood, Campbell Hall, CSUN, Harvard Westlake, Pierce, Windward, New Roads, NCJHS, Westmark, Sierra Canyon, Urban Homeschoolers and many others. He specializes in writing/literature, and helping students with learning disabilities. B.A. Sarah Lawrence College & Oxford University.
 
 
A Faery Hunt Magical Adventure
Sunday, May 6th from 10:30-11:30am Crestwood Hills Park
A Faery Hunt shows are interactive performances designed for young audiences & families to inspire creativity & fun. On this magical interactive adventure, meet faeries, funny creatures, maybe even Faery Royalty! Many children come in costume. Wings, wands, wizard hats & CD’s of the Faery hits from the shows are available there for $5-$10 for sale. Groups and parties welcome! Call 818-324-6802 or email reservations@afaeryhunt.com. Purchase tix at http://stores.afaeryhunt.com/store-catalog/.