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Today in History
China becomes the first to record a solar eclipse. (780 BC)
After winning 122 straight races, hurdler Edwin Moses’ winning streak is broken. (1987)
Donut Day
National Spelling Bee
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Amazing class (and birthday party place!)for your 3-6 yr old!
Your child will learn self confidence, focusing, listening & self control while developing large motor skills, balance & coordination. Little Ninjas Karate program, run by Sensei Linda Vogel, is your answer! Jen’s List Special – get a gift certificate worth $50 off your next birthday party in addition to the first month tuition free. It is a high energy fun filled program using positive re-enforcement to teach children Martial Arts. My 3 oldest boys are students and LOVE it! They even have a toddler room where younger siblings can play while older children take classes. The birthday parties are awesome too – We had our 4 year old twin boys birthday there last July and it was wonderful! EVERYONE that was there loved it, the kids had a blast and everything couldn’t have been more perfect! Run by Certified Black Belt Instructors, in the amazing 10,000 square ft. facility & entertainment including Karate, Gymnastics, Trampoline, Games, Rope Climbing, Rock Wall & Music Call (818) 719-0205 for more info or visit www.LittleNinjasKarate.com
21038 – A Victory Blvd. at Variel in Woodland Hills
CASH for your authentic handbags!
Encore Closets is owned by a Valley Mom who personalizes in selling authentic designer handbags on Ebay. She will photograph, list, sell and ship your handbags. When your handbag sells she will send you a check for 60% of the selling price. So start cleaning out your closets now and get rid of all those handbags collecting dust. Contact Renee at 818-300-5928 or email her at encoreclosets@aol.com
THEY’RE ONLY THIS LITTLE ONCE…
Don’t miss Little Print Company’s next stop at Baby Town in Reseda on June 12th! After 12 years, 50,000 impressions and too many smiles to count, they are the professionals that you can trust to create the highest quality ceramic impressions of your baby’s hands and feet. I have done them for all of my children and they are incredible keepsakes! Find out more info at www.littleprintcompany.com. Also Available For Fundraisers & Group Printings.
Island Spray Tan
Dannielle offers an elite & exclusive mobile airbrush tanning service (2-4 hour tan – Less wait time for the tan to develop!) that comes directly to your location (even offers confidentiality agreements provided upon request). She does an AWESOME job & makes you look amazing!! Spray tanning has been used for several years in the entertainment industry and has become a very popular alternative to tanning booths and effects of the sun. If you have always wanted that supermodel glow….well here it is!!! Spray tanning can hide blemishes, cellulite, stretch marks and even makes the body appear slimmer. For that perfect Island glow contact Dannielle at 805.452.0648 or visit www.Islandspraytan.com for more info!
Kids Club returns to the Sherman Oaks Galleria!
Beginning June 9th and every Wednesday morning through July from 10:30-11:00. Kids Club offers free shows for kids aged 1-8 and includes singers, magic, puppets, and much more. Free parking (bring ticket to show for stamping) and the seating area is comfortable and shaded. There is also a raffle for prizes after every show. For more information call (818) 382.4100 or visit www.shermanoaksgalleria.com.
Pet Sitting by Ashley
Pet & house sitting takes a great deal of love, patience, and dedication and Ashley possess’ all of these traits and more! Ashley’s Pet & House Sitting Services offers a multitude of services for a variety of pets. She can also handle various home services which, by making it appear that your house is occupied, can be a crime deterrent. Depending on the client’s request, Ashley does stay overnight as well. Her business is based in Calabasas, but she services many different cities. Leave your home & pets with her & you won’t have to worry about a thing!! Please call today, as space is filling up quickly!!! Pet Sitting by Ashley is INSURED AND BONDED! Ashley would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service possible. She hopes to be of service to you and your animals! Please email her at aalderman@petsittingbyashley.com
www.petsittingbyashley.com
Learn how your infant/child can communicate with you and what they are learning
At De Anza Park, Agoura Hills on July 31st from 10-1pm. Ages 0-5.
Some exciting topics:-Baby signing-Consequences that teach-Preparing children for unthinkable situations-Free identity kit and 25 life saving tips-Baby proofing. Raffle Prizes for our guests!: Top of the line 5 star car seat for children 30-100lbs and more!
http://www.youniqueconsulting.com/newsandevents/mommycommunication.html
Tough Cookies kicks off the season with Summer Sunday specials!
Each and every Sunday all summer long, Tough Cookies Children’s Boutique will be offering a different special to get you through your summer in style. Become a fan on Facebook find out what the Summer Sunday special is every week and stay up to date on the latest fashions to arrive in the store and on-line.
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Volunteer Host Families Wanted for International students
Visiting Malibu (July 14th-August 3rd) and Thousand Oaks (July 1st-July 27th) Host a Russian, Swedish, Chinese, French, Spanish, Finnish or student from Hong Kong for only a few weeks this summer! The Educational Homestay Programs is a nonprofit organization. TO: Heather Behrens at 805-766-0861 or heather.behrens@yahoo.com / Malibu: Ralph Nicoletti at 805-529-5742 or ralphrose1995@yahoo.com
Medical Scrubs for the Delivery Room Dad make great gifts!
http://daddyscrubs.com/
See The World Garden Dancers/Drummers at the SoRo Festival
The South Robertson Street Festival is this Sunday, June 6th from 11-4 on Robertson between Beverlywood and Cattaraugus. It will be packed with good food, performances, a fabulous kids area, and booths representing the community. Dance and Drum with The World Garden at the stage area at 12:10 and visit the booth at 2:00 for a family dance story and drum circle! For more info, visit www.theworldgardenla.com
Ever After Clothing
A casual lifestyle clothing brand for kids, newborn to 4 years. They have paired simplistic design with premium fabrics in styles they would wear ourselves. They found the softest pima cotton available(and trust me – IT IS SOOOO SOFT!) and designed the perfect fit. 25% of the profit from each garment you buy to the cause of your choice. They have partnered with charities that share their vision of creating powerful & sustaining change in the lives of children in need. They believe helping others can extend to all areas of our lives, even the clothing they buy. Every garment comes with a change the story card that holds the value of this donation.
www.everafterclothing.com
MUSIC TO GET KIDS MOVING!
“Animal Dance and Other Silly Songs” by WENDEE is 14 songs of pure fun and learning. Go “Walkin” ,move your body “Round Like a Circle” learn to “Pick Up The Trash” and do the silly “Wiggle, Wiggle” dance. Hear why preschools and moms like these original interactive songs. WENDEE is available for parties and preschool concerts. Hear song samples and buy CD at www.wendeesmusic.com
North Hills Cooperative Preschool is open for enrollment for the 2010-2011 school year
They have been in operation since 1968 and offer an opportunity for your pre-schooler to learn, sing, play and create! They are open from 9am to 12pm Tuesday thru Friday during the regular school year. Please call 818-360-2892 for more info!
10341 Woodley Avenue in Granada Hills
Katie B. Photography is offering 20% off frames, collages and canvases through June 30th
Just in time for Father Day! Forget about the new tie he doesn’t want, the golf balls he doesn’t need… Schedule a family session, frame your photographs, sit back and watch the bragging begin! Mention Jen’s List and receive 10% off your session fee. Visit www.katiebphoto.com for details and email ktbphoto@aol.com or call 310-344-1982 to schedule your Father’s Day Session today—your father, your man (and his father) will thank you!
2010 Summer Sundays at Calabasas Lake
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Brentwood Science Magnet Elementary School Community Fair
Sunday, June 6th from from 11 am – 4 pm
This is a fun-filled cherished event that celebrates all aspects of Brentwood Science Magnet School
740 Gretna Green Way in Brentwood
There will be food, games, exhibits, stage show, silent auction and more! The Fair is open to the public and is a wonderful event that highlights our school and community
HAVE A BEADING PARTY
They bring a selection of colored wood beads, rhinestones, sports beads and charms to parties and mitzvahs and the guests
make their own unique bracelets and key-chains. This is a fun, creativity activity and the kids love it!
Call 310-704-7188 for more information.
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5-Day Cooking Camp at Treehouse Social Club
Learn to make Lunches from around the world
June 14-18, 10 A.M. – 12 P.M.
Ages 2 ½ & up
Kids will make their lunches each day. All materials fees included!
Price: $200 for the week, includes apron.
Treehouse Social Club:
426 South Robertson Boulevard in Los Angeles
To sign up: 818 917 7200 or info@handstandkids.com
Kari Miller Launches Radio Show For Parents of Special Needs Students
June 6th, 3pm PST
Miller Educational Excellence is launching a monthly radio show on BlogTalkRadio. The show is called “Special Kid School Talk” and will air the first Sunday of the month (except for major holidays) at 3:00 pm PST. Join Dr. Miller on for the first show “What is educational therapy?” Hear student success stories and ways parents can inspire their child to academic mastery. Listen for a special segment, “From a child’s perspective” that will reveal children’s views of school, life and themselves. Dr. Miller will also be discussing how to keep children’s skills moving forward during the summer. Get tips for reducing the “summer brain slide” so your child can return to school without losing concepts and skills. Call in with your questions during the show! Dr. Miller will be glad to answer any questions you have regarding educating special needs students. For more info:
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http://www.blogtalkradio.com/specialkidschooltalk
FUN FOR KIDS – THE ENCHANTED CASTLE
Saturday, June 5th & Sunday, June 6th
OPEN PLAY available 1:00 – 5:00 – Only on both days
Mention Jen’s list & receive a special discount. Free gifts for all children.
20650 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills
(818) 227-3800
CLUTTER FREE IS THE WAY TO BE!
Are you in a messy funk? Neely Gurman will get rid of your junk! If organization is what you need, she can bring you up to speed! Neely can help you organize your kitchen, closets, drawers, bathrooms, home offices, and more… Just in time for summer! Call her now to help declutter your life. 818-326-1672. Check out www.neelygurman.com
Do you like to (and have time to!) make desserts from scratch?
Try a Fresh Berry Tart with an easy vanilla pastry cream and crust. Yummm.
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Remember DAD this Father’s Day with a really cool t-shirt from A Simple Daisy
A company that specializes in 100% cotton and organic cotton tees that are fun to wear. There are plenty of tees to choose from for Dad especially if he is into GOLF,TENNIS or WINE.
www.asimpledaisy.com
CASTING
Carol Wior Swimwear Seeking “Real Women”
Nationally-known swimwear designer Carol Wior, creator of the patented, revolutionary one-piece designer “SLIMSUIT,” is seeking “real women” (sizes 8-10-12) to appear with her on KCAL/9 TV Noon News on Thurs, June 10. Volunteers will receive one of Wior’s designer swimsuits valued at $100 !!! Contact Bob Mazza Public Relations (310) 994-4847
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Divine Shots is looking for a model for their newborn portfolio
Baby must be under 2 weeks old. Call Siya for details at 818.451.3316, or email siya@divineshots.com. To see some of her work visit www.divineshots.com
MARKET RESEARCH STUDY
Need Los Angeles residents to participate in an on-line study for women and men ages 16-30 years old TO BE COMPLETED NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, JUNE 11, 2010. Must begin the study Friday, June 4th/Saturday, June 5th. Looking for people who love to shop at the following stores for clothingand sneakers.”Urban” Street Apparel Stores and/orUpscale Fashion Boutique Stores and/or Sporting Good/Clothing Stores. If chosen, after the on-line study, need to be available for an in-home interview on one of the following dates between June 20-24. If qualified, honorarium will be offered for participation
Please call 323-939-0340
Become a Surrogate Mother and make a difference in someone’s life!
Surrogate Mothers are in high demand with earning compensation up to $40k. Fertility Miracles is a very exclusive, discrete and extremely successful fertility agency. Call for additional information at 310-858-8835 or apply now at www.fertility-miracles.com
Maternity fitness wear that performs and flatters!
It’s just not out there. But it IS at www.fortwofitness.com, the ultimate maternity fitness boutique. Check out the designs: “running for two” “yoga for two” “we’re hungry” and more! These will be your favorite tanks, and will draw compliments everywhere you go – the studio, the park, or just out to lunch! Silky performance fabrics feel great, look great, hug your bump, and celebrate your shape.
Valley Daycare Leads
SHERI’S CORNER
High quality licensed home based child care. Loving, clean, child and earthquake safe environment . I specialize in infants and toddlers, loving and welcoming ALL children. I have been an early childhood educator for 17 years in the West Valley. I have 62 units in childhood education, CPR trained, Live Scan (State Background Check), emergency medical, with continuing education. Child sized bathroom for easy toilet learning. Call SHERI BUCH at 818-739-1453
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From Jens List member – bgavrieli@socal.rr.com
“This is the most amazing childcare facility. Safe, clean & loving daycare. Even has a special bathroom complete with mini toilet & sink for our little ones. Sheri is wonderful. She is loving & nurturing. She has 17 years of teaching experience. A fantastic asset to the San Fernando Valley & the city of Northridge. Go see her place. You’ll love it”
VALLEY TRAILS SUMMER CAMP “TARZANA CAMPUS”
JUNE 21st-JUNE 25th
LAUSD FURLOUGH WEEK (PRECAMP PROGRAM)
Thinking about what to do with your kids from June 21st-June 25th? Valley Trails has! Valley Trails is offering “PRECAMP”, a weeklong specialty camp program for families needing care during the LAUSD furlough week. Valley Trails will take you kids to its private 200 acre camp in Santa Clarita to experience go-karts, zip-lines, high ropes, climbing wall, archery, swimming, pioneer living, and much more. The tuition includes transportation and an amazing camp lunch. Space is first come first serve and filling up quickly. Free Express transportation is available from Sherman Oaks, Encino, and West Hills. In addition to PRECAMP, Valley Trails offers traditional summer camp experiences at its Tarzana Campus for campers in the San Fernando Valley. Campers ages 6-12, experience weekly field trips, age-appropriate programming, weekly themes, archery, sports, swimming, rock climbing, overnights, computers, nature, and much more. Valley Trails offers flexible weeks and days to accommodate most summer schedules. Call 818-345-3002 or visit www.valleytrails.com for more information.
Play-Well TEKnologies Summer Camps
Provides project-based programs designed to teach principles and methods of engineering to grades Kindergarten through 5th, utilizing LEGO® for over 10 years. Utilizing over 100,000 pieces of LEGO® for each camp, we strive to build students’ problem-solving skills, foster a greater appreciation of how things work, and encourage the qualities of inquisitiveness, self-reliance, and self-confidence in children. To find a camp near you click on a county below:
http://play-well.org/schedule/class/state/state/california
Ballet Bodies seeks a talented, enthusiastic and hard-working pilates instructor
A private, upscale pilates studio, located on Sunset Blvd in West Hollywood is looking for a candidate that has a dance background (preferred, but not required), pilates certification, and 2+ years of training experience. Those interested and eligible, please send resume and a brief description of yourself to balletbodies@gmail.com
Wan-derful Women’s Expo!
Bring a friend and check out some fabulous local vendors offering handmade crafts and fabulous products from favorite brands including: Stella & Dot, Beachbody, Tupperware, The Pampered Chef, Stampin’ Up, and Avon! Check the website for full list of vendors. Admission is FREE!
Saturday, June 5th from Noon-4pm
Domenico’s Restaurant
236 W Huntington Dr, Monrovia
www.wanderfulwomen.com