February 14 2020

The Ed Asner Family Center Needs Your Help
February 23rd from 6-8 pm In Reseda
They are holding a special needs Valentines formal and are looking for donations of corsages balloons and a photo booth! You can also donate to help with food and decorations at www.edasnerfamilycenter.org/donate. To attend this 16 and older special needs dance, contact navah@edasnerfamilycenter.org. They are a nonprofit facility for the entire special needs family providing expressive arts, vocational and low cost counseling.
 
 
Today in History
Ferris Wheel Day
National Organ Donor Day
Valentine’s Day
 
 
$15 Friday at Dressed Up!
Friday, February 21st from 9am-2pm
Michael Weintraub is having a huge Sample Sale featuring women’s fashions by Canadian designers Joseph Ribkoff, Tricotto, Up! Pant, Picadilly and Bella Amore. Everything at $15 for each piece. Buy 3 pieces and get a FREE JR dress! Free Parking, Credit Cards/Cash, Dressing Rooms. Not to be missed! Dressed Up! Email mweintraub@dressed-up.com with any questions.
6000 Reseda Blvd. in Tarzana, in the Alley behind Reseda & Oxnard
 
 
Direction Life Coaching
Executive Functioning Skills Coaching for students going to or in Middle School and High School. Organizational skills, study habits, time management, calendar, reminders and more. Afternoon and Saturday appointments available. Choose from 6, 8 or 10 sessions. Paola Gancman, CPC – Direction Life Coaching in Sherman Oaks. Call 818.920.8323 or email Pao@DirectionLifeCoaching.com.
 
 
Need An Awesome Tech Guy Who Is Fast, Affordable & Reliable?
10% off for Jens List readers! Gregg with SmartHomeSOS.com is your go-to guy for all your Home and Small Biz tech needs! PC/MAC Expert. Need a new computer setup? Wireless printer? Virus Removal? Wi-Fi trouble? Music systems? Home Theatre Installation? Universal remotes? Smart home devices? Ring Alarms and Security Cameras? He can do it all. He even offers eco-friendly electronic recycling! From guiding you through new and exciting technologies to purchase, setup & training. Call/Text 818-232-3100 for a free consult.
 
 
Great Brow Stylist
Ronnie Retin has 17 years of experience & has been deemed a true artist by her clients. She believes in a full, natural looking brow, that frames your face and bone structure. You will NOT experience “one size fits all” brows. She gives each person the best shape for “their” face. Ronnie specializes in “brow rehab” and takes the time to teach each client how to reach their best brow potential. Ronnie is available Tues.-Sat., from 9am-5pm. You will LOVE her and your brows! Easy online booking at https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/TBB4ZJ.
Inside of Blue Waters Salon- 21312 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills, 91364
818-970-4139
 
 
Fantastic & Fun Academic Based Cooking Workshops For Kids That Bring School Into The Kitchen
Culinary Kids Academy is proud to be back at both The Commons at Calabasas (every Monday starting on March 2nd) and The Lakes at Thousand Oaks (every Wednesday starting on March 4th) for 2 exciting Spring programs! Both of these truly special and empowering classes take place after school from 4-5pm. 5% sibling discount and 5% referral courtesy for those referring an enrolling student! Limited space is available. To learn more about CKA and this amazing program, go to https://www.culinarykidsacademy.com/register or email info@culinarykidsacademy.com.
 
 
Outside The Box Educational Program For Infants, Toddlers And Parents Is Looking For New Teachers
March 13th at 6:30pm
Looking for teachers for the Outside the Box (OTB) program for babies and young children. OTB is an educational and developmental program of facilitated classes which focus on brain development for infants, toddlers, and their parents/caregivers. They teach through multi-sensory stimulation and specialized learning techniques. Focus is placed on cognitive development and reached through fun activities that foster attachment and bonding. Training is 3 Sundays in March. Contact training@otbee.com.
 
 
6 Points Sports Academy Summer Camp
6 Points Sports is the ultimate combination of high-level sports training with the fun, friendship and community of Jewish summer camp. New this year, is a Rookie Camp (for campers entering 1st-3rd grade) and a Family Camp (for families with kids entering K-2nd grade.)
 
 
SHE IS HOPE LA Second Session of Their 12 Week Curriculum on Job Training & Preparation
Feb. 18th at 6-8pm – Webinar with Steve Goldberg on Microsoft Excel Basics
Feb. at 1pm – In person with DeAnna Dupre – dressing for interviews
Feb. 25th at7pm – In person with Julieanne O’Connor – Spelling It Out For Your Career Vol.2 Author, Actor, NSA & TEDx Speaker, Certified Corporate Trainer, Strategist, Career & Burn-Out Prevention Coach
Feb. 29th at 1pm – In person with Roberta Hyman – negotiating, careers, resume & interview prep
March 3rd at 7pm – In person with Tiffany Phillips, Award winning actress, singer & dancer – How To Own A Room
 
 
Integrate Your Spiritual Journey Into The Therapeutic Process With A Therapist
Jessica can include spirituality in the dialogue of psychotherapy. She can guide you in making positive change and find meaning and understanding in your life. She will honor your true self and help you to develop a life you truly want to live. She works with my clients to dissolve limiting beliefs, and energetic and emotional blocks. She is an Intuitive, Empathic Medium and use my abilities for more clarity in sessions. Some of the techniques I use in session may include cognitive behavioral therapy, intuitive guidance, mindfulness, relaxation, meditation, tarot and channeling. Specialties include anxiety, depression, trauma and loss, spiritual connection and insight and guidance.
 
 
5th Annual Flair Cares Food Drive, Hang Up Hunger
Now-February 29th
The drive benefits the Westside Food Bank, the North Hollywood Interfaith Food Pantry, and the Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry. Bring unopened, non-perishable commercially prepared, canned or boxed food to any Flair Cleaners – Redondo Beach, Santa Monica, Studio City, or Valencia. Flair is matching donations up to 1,000 pounds of food donated. Everyone who donates will receive a 50% off coupon.
 
 
A Special Evening with Dolly Parton and Dolly Parton’s Heartstrings
Saturday, March 14th at 7pmat the Dolby Theatre
PaleyFest is the premier television festival in the country-a must-attend entertainment event produced by The Paley Center for Media that brings you together with the talent behind your favorite TV shows. Join the hottest stars as they delight fans with exclusive behind-the-scenes scoops, hilarious anecdotes, and breaking news stories. Enjoy a screening followed by a discussion with your favorite stars live onstage, capped off by a Q & A with the audience.
 
 
Kids On Stage – Spring Camp meets The Greatest Showman
April 13th-17th from  9am-2pm
Spend spring break with Kids On Stage exploring the world of The Greatest Showman. Campers will act, sing, dance, and work on developing skills through theatre games towards comedy improv, character development/exploration, stage combat, and focus on their craft.
 
 
The California Science Center The Art Of The Brick
This exhibition displays LEGO Bricks in ways you have never seen.  Imagine Lego Masters in real life. This exhibit also includes a hands-on section called “Science of the Brick” featuring nine LEGO brick building challenges and activities.
 
 
You May Not Love Lice, But You’ll Love Lice Clinics Of America
Valentine hugs are great, but head-to-head contact spreads head lice. Lice Clinics of America gets you over lice faster than kids eat Valentine candy! A visit starts with a thorough screening. If your clinician confirms an infestation, their one-and-done AirAllé treatment – non-toxic, pesticide-free heated air – kills lice & eggs in an hour. Get back to hugs & love fast! Call 844-727-9792 to book. Blogs and lice info at www.LiceClinicsLosAngeles.com. Locations in West LA, Encino, Santa Clarita.
 
 
Legendary Bingo at Hamburger Mary’s
Thursday, February 20th
Benefiting the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation, Legendary Bingo is Los Angeles’ most popular and longest running weekly charity event. This is not your grandma’s bingo! Hosted by Bingo Boy and his rotating roster of fabulous Drag Queen Bingo Hostesses, the event is a mix of friends, fun and fabulous prizes! Doors open at 6:30pm and the first game begins at 7pm. $20 suggested donation at the door includes bingo cards for 10 games. Call (323) 654-8275 for reservations and information.
 
Special Icon   Holistic Play Interventionist Offering 1:1 Support at the School Setting
Mili is an inspiring and successful Early Childhood Educator, and experienced Developmental Interventionist with emphasis on DIR/Floor Time Developmental – Relational Greenspan’s Method. Mili targets attention quickly and effectively for the increase in communication, social, and self-help skills repertoire. With characteristic energy, enthusiasm and excitement in her interventions, she replaces negative behavioral patterns with positive ones. Call 818 465-3219 or email selah_4ever@yahoo.com for more info.
 
 
International Children’s Academy: a Unique Integration of Academics, Innovation, and Spirituality
Are you looking for an inquiry based, project/play driven, homework light education? Look at ICA! International Children’s Academy was founded in 1994 with a goal to provide a holistic educational program that encourages and supports children to be spiritually attuned, socially proficient and emotionally secure while ensuring a challenging scholastic environment. ICA serves children from 2 years old-6th grade, supporting every facet of childhood development. Schedule a tour at 310-657-6798.
 
 
Maximize Your Maternity Leave
Milk Your Benefits helps expectant parents maximize their paid maternity and paternity leaves. Free, anecdotal online advice or incomplete information from human resources won’t give you the full picture! Schedule a personalized, flat-fee phone consultation from anywhere in California to ensure you get the maximum income and time off. No need to pay hourly attorney fees. Get the truth from the expert in this field so you understand your rights and leave nothing on the table.
 
 
Nobody Said Life Would Be Easy, But Does It Have To Be This Hard?
You don’t have to go through life’s difficulties alone. Leslie Gluck M.A, AMFT is a therapist who specializes and is passionate about supporting Women through pregnancy, infertility, postpartum depression/postpartum anxiety, adjusting to life after kids and all things Mom related. As a mom of 3, she really gets it. In office sessions, tele-therapy and house calls available. Call/Text 424-377-8797 for a complimentary consultation. Take care of you, so you can take better care of them.