April 19 2018

Best Swim Lessons in LA
The Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy has something for everyone. Their core purpose is to teach and inspire children to be water safe Using the SwimRight® Method, they utilize the swim-float-swim technique as their foundation, and focus on providing children and adults with the knowledge of confidence and safety in and around the water. Buy one month, get the second free!
Hurry, this offer expires in May!
 
 
Today in History
The Revolutionary War begins. (1775)
After a 51 day siege in Waco, Texas, the Branch Dividian compound goes up in flames, killing the cult members (1993)
Timothy McVeigh bombs the Federal Building in Oklahoma City, killing 168 people, and injuring hundreds more. (1995)
National High Five Day 
 
 
The Small Wonders Foundation Junior Advisory Council Annual “Small Wonders Rocks” Benefit Concert
Sunday, May 6th at The Mint in LA from 11am-4pm
The Small Wonders Foundation’s mission is to provide life-changing surgeries for children born with congenital birth defects from all over the globe as well as in the United States. 
“Small Wonders Rocks” will feature talented artists and youth bands from all over the Los Angeles area. Come see the following bands perform: Knives & Daisies, Simon XL, Mr. No, Designated Driver, Molly Sierra, Antidote(my son’s band!), Stereo Fidelity, Ampersand, Sick of Sarah’s, This is Fun, Sierra Canyon Youth Band, TBD, Jazz Poodle, Bleach! and Sierra Canyon Blues Band.
 
 
Casting Kids Ages 6-9 With Great Personalities For “Child Support” On ABC
Is your little one never at a loss for words? Does he or she always have something to say? Is he or she an expert in a particular subject? Currently casting smart, fun, talkative precocious kids who always have an answer! Email katerangeycasting@gmail.com your name, age, city & state, parent contact & photos.
  
 
Los Angeles Hebrew High School
Now Enrolling for 2018-2018
OPEN HOUSE – Sunday, April 22nd at 10:30am
7th-12th Grades | WASC Accredited
Read Write & Speak Hebrew – Az Yallah Nu!?
3000+ high school students can’t be wrong!
Teens EARN High School foreign language credits.
Make lifelong friends via amazing classes & retreats!
Exceptional teachers/mentors that expand their Jewish identity.
Israeli Partnership – Outbound to Israel & host inbound teens.
411 + Apply at www.lahhs.org/OpenHouse.
 
 
Mompreneurs Seeking Community, Support And Empowerment – Grow Your Business
It can be lonely working from home, building your FEMPIRE. As a Solopreneur, you love the freedom of being your own boss but miss the connection and community too. Sound familiar? Business Relationship Alliance or the BRA Network is a business networking community for lady bosses in LA who are looking for support and want to push up their businesses. They empower, educate and collaborate. Take courses, co-work, network, meet your next new client or BFF. They are committed to giving each other a LIFT.
 
 
Casting – Would You Like To Move Your Families Into A Simpler Time?
How about the 1960’s? Looking for families with at least 2 kids over 10yrs old to participate in a new show that will send your family to live in the 1960’s? You must live in or around LA. Email Casting@hippodrum.com for more info!
 
 
Breakfast with Rapunzel and Flynn
Saturday, April 28th from 10am-11am
Come and enjoy breakfast with Rapunzel and Flynn. They will be singing and doing some fun activities with the kids. Call 818-991-5437 to RSVP.
 
 
The World-Famous Zimmer Children’s Museum 3rd Annual We All Play Fundraiser
Saturday, April 28th in Santa Monica
As Zimmer’s largest family event of the year, We All Play will feature live performances, interactive art stations, food, and much more. TV personality and host Mar Yvette to M.C. the event. All proceeds support the Zimmer’s Family Access Program of the We All Play Initiative, which ensures ALL children, families, and schools can learn and play at the Zimmer!
 
 
Dinner with Elmo
Thursday, April 26th from 4pm-6pm
Sign up for a fun filled evening with dinner, dessert, balloons, lots of pictures, laughs and special time with one of your favorite characters
*Must sign up in advance.
*A non-refundable payment of $25 is due at time of sign up.
*Event includes pizza & juice & dessert for your child.
*As a bonus, all registrants receive a complimentary pass to come back and play another day for free.
RSVP at (818) 784-7529.
 
 
Kismet Kids Musical Theatre Presents: Into the Woods!
Sat. & Sun., April 21st-22nd at 11am and 3pm
Venture into the woods with Kismet Kids and learn what happens to your favorite fairy tale characters before they live happily ever after! Once upon a time, a Baker and his wife embarked on a quest to break a witch’s spell. On their journey, they cross paths with Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Rapunzel, the Big Bad Wolf, and a host of other favorite characters as they sing and dance their way into your hearts! Come see our cast of talented youth ages 6-16 in Into the Woods!
 
 
Huge Estate Sale
Saturday, April 21st and Sunday April 22nd from 9am – 3pm
*Antiques, Furniture, Stereo equipment, CD’s, Barbies, Kids Furniture, Toys and Games, Kitchen wear, Serving pieces, Glass wear, Crystal , Women’s, Men’s, Girls clothing, Halloween decorations, Christmas Tree and more! No early birds!
24300 Aetna St. in Woodland Hills, 91367
 
 
Looking For A Purposeful Mom And Travel Designer Passionate About Making A Difference
Now launching Escape to Celebrate, an exclusive social travel club based in Santa Monica. Rewarding women who make a difference, collaborative funding to enjoy exclusive trips to Brussels, Florence, London, Milan, and Paris. They love to connect with a mom who is a travel designer, lives on the Westside, and has more than 7 years experience designing travel, and is looking to be part of our community. Email Carlos@OurMomsWork.com your website, and how you make a difference.
 
 
What’s the Deal with Nanny Taxes?
If you pay a household employee such as a nanny, babysitter, caregiver or house manager more than $2,100 a year to perform work in your home (or occasionally even out of your home such as in a nanny share), you are a household employer. As a household employer, you must comply with certain tax obligations, commonly referred to as the “nanny taxes” or “household payroll taxes.” It’s complicated, but generally, after you have registered as an employer…read more at www.poppinspayroll.com.
 
 
Heal the Bay’s Santa Monica Pier Aquarium Celebrates Earth Day
Saturday, April 21st from 11am-5pm
Those who participate in Heal the Bay’s beach cleanup on the sand just north of the Pier between 10am and noon will be welcomed to the Aquarium free of charge all day on the 21st. Make a biodegradable planter; check out wildlife with Aquarium naturalists at a wildlife observation station on the Pier from 1-4pm; Earth Day-themed story time at 2pm; and a “Who Pollutes?” interactive presentation happens at 1-3pm.
 
 
Don’t agonize about it, ORGANIZIT!
Do you have garage envy because your garage doesn’t measure up? The garage organization services industry is now the fastest growing segment in the home improvement market and OrganizIT! is on of the fastest growing garage organization company in LA. They are your full service garage organization company, with a level of professionalism second to none. They can help you with overhead storage racks, slatwall garage organization wall systems, a full line of heavy-duty, versatile garage cabinets, garage flooring; interlocking garage floor tiles and epoxy flooring, and full line of accessories; hooks, garage shelves, baskets. New location in Simi Valley! Call 818-232-7683 for a free design consultation.
 
 
Day Of Action: Mental Health Experts Address Gun Violence & School Safety
April 20th  
The School Safety Summit Presentations are all designed to address mental health issues. Some are aimed at helping mental health professionals provide even better services directly to children. Others are geared towards educated parents and teachers about mental health issues that affect children at school. Join the School Safety Summit. It’s free for one day only. Be part of the ACTION. No political agenda or partisan talking points. Just practical strategies designed by top mental health experts to help our kids feel better at school.
 
 
Deep Dive: Writing Retreat in Kauai
August 12th-18th
Discover new depths in your writing as you spend 7 days / 6 nights of writing, creating, and outdoor adventure on Kauai’s breathtaking North Shore with Master Storytellers Ann Randolph and Karin Gutman. A perfect retreat for those seeking to go beyond the superficial and connect deeply to your personal power and voice as a writer and storyteller. Designed for anyone who has ever wanted to speak their truth, let go of an old story, find their own voice and unlock a story that needs to be told.
 
 
Part-Time Inside Sales and Marketing Position in Woodland Hills
$13-$14 hourly to start. Ideal for responsible & independent individuals that enjoy working in quiet office environment of a small family business.
– Field incoming sales & customer calls.
– Perform follow up sales calls.
– Schedule work for crews on computer.
– Good phone, computer, math & writing skills,
– Comfort with Word Office & database programs.
– Ability to multi-task, detail oriented, self-starter.
Call 818-348-1460 for more info.
 
 
500 Families Contributing To The SCV Kids Consignment Sale
Thurs.-Sun., April 19th-22nd from 9am-5pm
550 families are contributing over 80,000 amazing new and gently-used items. You’ll find everything you need for your kids (newborn through pre-teen!):  clothes, toys, shoes, strollers, games, puzzles, DVDs, bikes, outdoor play equipment, maternity, furniture, women’s purses and so much more! Prices are amazing – up to 75% off retail prices. Clothes average $2.00-$5, shoes average $3.50-$6.50.
31910 Castaic Rd, Castaic, CA 91384 (former RiteAid building)
 
 
Discover Natural And Effective And Practical Solutions To Get Your Sexy Back
Saturday May 19th from 10am-4pm      
Are you a woman between 35-55 suffering from hormonal imbalance, night sweats, hot flashes, lack of libido, Anxiety, depression, moodiness, joint pain, hair loss and weight gain especially around the belly, low energy, fatigue? Are you looking for solutions that are long lasting without scary side effects (to your health or your pocket)? Visit http://barefoodangel.com/workshops-and-seminars/ for more info!