Waterworks Aquatics SWIM SCHOOL
Did you hear about the great news! Waterworks Aquatics Swim School, a renowned Swim Lesson program in Orange County, has just opened a new location in Beverly Hills at the Beverly Hills Community Sports Center (JEM Center). SWIM LESSONS will be held in a 93 degree indoor pool. Private, Semi-Private, Adult, Parent & Me classes offered yearround for ages 4 mths & up.
They are open 7 days/week for lessons: M-F: 8am-8pm # Sa/Su: 8am-5pm.
310-277-7775
www.WaterworksSwim.com/LA
Today in History
· The first cultivated strawberry is displayed by Michael Kent (1806)
· Stay out of the sun day
· Compliment your mirror day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=81
Save the Date for this amazing Fun Raiser for Cecilia Bellissimo!
Saturday, September 11th-Sunday September 12th
Cecilia, who is eight years old, a Round Meadow student, has been diagnosed with cancer and is currently in treatment. Hidden Hills resident and ultra-marathon runner Shannon Farar-Griefer is going to run 100 miles in Hidden Hills and through Ahmanson Ranch to raise funds and awareness for Cecilia’s cause. Start training now with Shannon! Please come run, help raise funds and join Team Cecilia! To train for this event, please email Shannon at shannonfg@aol.com. Saturday, September 11th, at 9am, Shannon will start out with the Kids’ Mile in the Hidden Hills neighborhood for her initial run. Team Cecilia will commence with a kick off with delicious doughnuts and coffee! At the community center, there will have swimming, arts, crafts, butterfly decorating, quilt making, face painting, and Dunk-A-Dad. On Saturday evening, they will have music. Each family attending will provide an old-fashioned potluck of food (more details later) under the stars at the community center! Bring a blanket and come for a wonderful evening. On Sunday morning, there will be a final victory lap with Shannon. Tickets are $25 per person, which will cover the kick off breakfast, the evening music and festivities. This is a special weekend to show support for Cecilia Bellissimo and her family.
Jennifer Sellz provides Educational Therapy and speech services to children and adults in the San Fernando Valley
She is able to help students master time management/organizational skills, note taking, studying for tests, and improve their reading and writing skills. She has provided articulation therapy for school-aged children and has also helped young toddlers increase their expressive language skills. Jennifer Sellz has been trained in various programs such as Lindamood-Bell, and Orton-Gillingham which address dyslexia and other reading, spelling, and writing remediation. Please contact Jennifer Sellz for more information at: (818) 876-9125 or jennifer@successfulstudies.com.
www.successfulstudies.com
Froggy’s Summer Camp Begins Monday July 5th
It’s not too late to sign up your kids!
Monday – Thursday 9:00AM – 2:00PM $195 Week / $55 Day starting July 5th to August 19th
Now offering Sibling Discounts – 10% Off 2nd Child
Children Ages 4-12
Summer Days at Froggy’s are filled with painting, drawing, crafts, music, food fun, games and more. Children need to dress in comfortable clothing and bring a daily sack lunch.
July 5 – 8 Animals and Nature
July 12 – 15 Around the World
July 19 – 22 Make Believe
July 26 – 29 What Grows?
August 2 – 5 Water Week
August 9 -12 Green Week
August 16 – 19 Outer Space / Astronomy
Call 818 980 3764 for more info!
11332 Camarillo St. in Toluca Lake
www.froggysartsandcrafts.com
Yogo Frozen Yogurt
Who doesn’t love frozen yogurt? At Yogo Frozen Yogurt, they offer 10 distinct flavors daily, and over 40 toppings choices. Their concept is simple: “fill it. top it.weigh it. enjoy!” Mention Jen’s List and get 25% off your frozen yogurt. It’s the perfect light and healthy treat for these hot summer days.
7901 Santa Monica Blvd. On the corner of Santa Monica and Fairfax in the same complex as Subway and Starbucks.
www.yogotrend.com
Women’s Entrepreneurial Group (WEGS) Meeting
July 21st at 10:30 am
They are a business networking group for women in all stages of business development. Navigate your way out of this recession together! The guest speaker is success coach Amy Applebaum, who has appeared on CNN, been quoted in the NY Times. Topic: How You Can Build Your Business With NO Money! For an evite: Ann@AnnBrenoffPR.com or Cathy@WEGS.org. Visit the website for more information on thegroup: www.WEGS.org
Meet You on the Mat
As a classically trained dancer for many years, health, wellness and physical dexterity are organically an essential part of Alex’s life. For the past 15 years, she has been a devoted Yoga practitioner both in her native England and have deepened her practice in LA.She has been influenced by a variety of styles, studying with many inspiring teachers including Daniel Stewart and Claire Hartley of Rising Lotus Yoga. As her passion for Yoga has grown, she has embarked on a path of teaching with training from Yogaworks and MiniYogis (yoga for kids), carefully developing her own style, blending Hatha and Vinyasa Flow with an Iyengar influence. At Meet You on the Mat, Alex’s goal is to guide students to deepen their awareness through breath, body alignment and spirit. She combines a deep respect for the ancient practice of Yoga with my love of movement, always infusing a sense of humor and joy for life.
www.meetyouonthemat.com
Macaroni Kid
A FREE, Weekly e-Newsletter and Website. A great go-to source for the latest and greatest activities and events offered for kids and their families in specific communities throughout Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. Sign-up to receive your town’s newsletter:
www.conejovalley.macaronikid.com
www.pasadena.macaronikid.com
www.sanfernandovalley.macaronikid.com
www.santamonica.macaronikid.com
PJ Library offers FREE Jewish books monthly
For children 6 months-5.5 years old.
http://pjlibrary.org/signup.php
MOMS Club of Tarzana
Moms Offering Moms Support. They are a support group designed just for you, the at-home mother of today! You are interested in the world around you, want a variety of activities for you and your children, and are proud of your choice of at-home mothering for your families!The Tarzana Chapter includes Reseda and Winnetka. For moreinformation, email tarzanamomsclub@yahoo.com.
www.momsclub.org
It’s the ultimate battle: baby bump vs. bank account.
Don’t worry, here are tips on how to save money and still look fab:
• Want to dress your bump like a celeb but need to be thrifty? Browse Target’s virtual racks and check out the Moody Mamas maxi dress- it was one of Bethenny Frankel’s favorites when she was preggers
• Love getting pampered but can’t afford the spa? Draw a bath, add some salts or bubbles, light the candles and say “ahhh…”
• Money can’t buy you class. Smiling and being polite to others are great ways to make yourself look good- and best news is that it won’t cost you a penny!
For info on the Moody Mamas maxi dress go to: www.mmtarget.com
Written by Elise Rosemarin & Marta Abrams, Co-Founders of Moody Mamas Inc.
Coalition for SafeMinds
Mercury-free kids have SafeMinds! Support the auction fundraiser for the Coalition of SafeMinds with a donation of a product, service or gift certificate. SafeMinds works to create optimal health in pregnant women, infants and children through the elimination of unnecessary exposure to mercury in its many forms. Contact ekilpatrick@gmail.com if you are interested in supporting this important cause, as they are looking for volunteers.
www.safeminds.org
Prescription Hills Science Diet Pet Food
About 80% Petsmarts have a vet office attached & offer the prescription food products for less than what the Vets sell it for. You have to bring your prescription to the vet counter in the store and they will give you a purchase card so that you can pick your product and pay for it in the store. The card is issued for the duration of the prescription period. The prescription products are not kept next to the regular Science Diet, so you may need to ask, and not every Petsmart carries these items, so best to call and check. Additionally usually once a week a representative from Hills is in the store promoting the products and giving generous coupons.
The Girly Show -A Cabaret for a Cure
Girls of all ages, perform to fight breast cancer in all stages to benefit Revlon/UCLA Breast Center at the El Portal Theatre on Sept 10th – 6:30pm VIP Reception & 7:30pm curtains up. The Girly Show features comedienne and Austin Powers Trilogy star Mindy Sterling as host with Anne Sertich, Mindy’s fellow Groundlings member. The long list of talent includes Alex Scolari, Broadway veterans Cindy Robinson, Sandahl Bergman, Chelsea Field, Talented local teen Megan Ward with the American Girls, the Broadway Bound Players and more will entertain you with music from Wicked, Funny Girl, Oliver, 42nd Street and all your favorites. LA’s hottest dance troupes from Rage, Edge, Lineage and the Buckley Dance 5 will kick up a storm, as well. And, Broadway’s next rising stars including Sydney Hope Banner and Emily Albrect are sure to stop the show. The Girly Show is Produced by Alex Scolari, Directed by Sean Moran, Choreographed by Laura Bamford and under the Musical Direction of Scott Harlan. This one night only event is September 10th, at 7:30 pm at the El Portal Theatre, 5269 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood , CA .It’s a show by women, about women and for the benefit of women. All net proceeds will go to the UCLA Breast Center. For Tickets: www.thegirlyshow.org
Temple Beth Hillel new class series
Welcome to Your Pregnancy – Wed., July 14thor Aug. 11th from 7:00-10:00 PM
In your 1st trimester, learn what to expect including discussions on nutrition, work, exercise and finding a medical provider.
We’re Having a Baby – 3 part class – Tuesdays, July 20, 27 & August 3, 7:00-10:00 PM
Starting your 32nd week, this series covers creating a positive birth experience including relaxation, breathing and pushing techniques.
Breastfeeding Basics – Tuesday, August 10, 7:00-10:00 PM
In your 3rd trimester, this class provides an encouraging introduction to breastfeeding and other information necessary to feeding your baby.
Bringing Home Baby – 2 part class – Tuesdays, August 17, 7:00-9:00 PM and August 24, 7:00-10:00 PM
In your 3rd trimester, Part 1 is understanding newborns from head to toe, including discussions on products for you and your baby. Part 2 teaches bathing, diapering, swaddling and more. There is also an optional one-hour discussion with Rabbi Sarah Hronsky dedicated to the rituals involved with having a Jewish baby.
Email Natalie Shapiro at nat2shap@yahoo.com for more info!
Darrow Wellness Institute
Look radiant for the summer! Radiesse filler at Darrow Wellness. Special: 2 for 1 for you and a friend–(or for yourself!!) 2 syringes for $500.00. Radiesse is an FDA-approved filler that stimulates new collagen production for long lasting rejuvenation. Call 310-710-9244 for a free consultation. Darrow Wellness is in the City of Hope Building in West Los Angeles. Doctor on premises, Nurse Practitioner does aesthetic injections.
www.drdarrow.com
STUDIO FOR THE CREATIVE MIND PRESENTS TWO EXCITING NEW SUMMER WORKSHOPS
For the crafty and creative, craft master Rocky Karbel, will be teaching card-making classes every Friday night in July from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Class costs $30 and includes all materials. On Tuesday nights (6:30 p.m.), the Studio will offer its “Women Empowering Women” workshop. Participants can expect an inspiring evening of sharing, connecting and networking. Please bring comfort food to share. $5 donation. For more information and to register for either of these workshops, please call Jasmine at (818) 632-9169.
Westside Women’s Health Physical Therapy
Lindsey Goldstein, Doctor of Physical Therapy, has recently opened a Women’s health physical therapy practice on the west side of Los Angeles, specializing exclusively in pelvic floor dysfunction. If you suffer from incontinence, pelvic pain, low back pain during pregnancy, pain with intercourse, or general discomfort in the pelvic region, pelvic floor physical therapy may be appropriate for you. If you have any questions, you can contact Lindsey at lindseyg@wwhpt.com or (310) 485-0035.
www.wwhpt.com
Learn how to cook great tasting, healthy Mediterranean food online
DedeMed.com is a comprehensive cooking and recipe website focused on healthy Mediterranean cuisine, founded by Mediterranean cuisine specialist Denise Hazime. Called by the Wall Street Journal the reigning “Queen of Hummus” (3/15/10), Denise shares more than 65 videos of her preparing a large variety of traditional Mediterranean dishes–everything from Hummus, to Falafel, to Couscous, to Baklava. Denise’s Hummus video is the #1 Mediterranean cooking video on the internet with almost 400,000 views on YouTube! Her loyal following of foodies, cooks, the health-conscious, as well as people who wanted to get in touch with their cultural roots, love her authentic recipes and quick-and-easy cooking tips with a modern, fun twist. Her expertise and endearing, hip delivery makes her a fun and easy choice to provide healthy cooking and eating tips, recipes, and expert advice.
www.DedeMed.com
New bras and panties needed for Dress For Success
Kathy Rappaport is working with www.dressforsuccess.com which helps unemployed and disadvantaged women to get jobs. Locally, they have a gently used boutique where women go to get a working wardrobe and learn how to be interviewed to get work and feed their families.. Kathy’s studio is collecting new bras and panties.
20969 Ventura Blvd #3, Woodland Hills.
www.flashfrozenphotography.com
Makeup artist in the Los Angeles/Orange County area
Looking to have your makeup done for a night out, wedding day, a photo shoot, etc. For more details, or more information, visit
www.myspace.com/christina_mua
Scrapbook Workshop For Kids and adults
Summer classes for ages 8 and up. Days and times to be arranged. Cost is $20 per person, for 2 hours of instruction and all the materials you need to complete a 16 page paper album. Larger albums are available at an additional cost. All you need to do is bring your photos. The classes are held at Elise Shuben’s home in West Hills. She also sells scrapbook supplies and can do your album for you if you like. Contact her at (818) 595-1117 or eliseshuben@hotmail.com
www.mycmsite.com/sites/elises
Topanga Canyon Certified Farmer’s Market
There is now a beautiful boutique farmer’s market in Topanga Canyon. It is held every Friday from 8 AM – 12 PM at Pine Tree Circle, 120 South Topanga Canyon Blvd. – right in the center of town, across from the Post Office. All of the farms are either organic, biodynamic or pesticide free and represent some of the finest growers in S. Cal.
CASTING FAMILIES FOR SUPERNANNY ON ABC!
ABC’s popular parenting series SUPERNANNY is currently casting in CALIFORNIA! Are your children driving you nuts?Have you had enough sassy back talk, disrespect, and shenanigans? Searching NATIONWIDE for families in need of help to be the next SUPERNANNY family!* Families with out of control kids* Families with unique interests* Parents who have ordinary and extraordinary circumstances* Teen moms* Parents with mean girls or bullying boys* Culturally diverse parents* Blended “Brady Bunch” style families where both sides areseeking help* ANY FAMILY THAT NEEDS HELP!Producers want families with children (toddlers to teens) who are ready for the opportunity of a lifetime — a visit from America’s number one nanny, Jo Frost!
TO SUBMIT email szeluff@shedmediaus.com
1. Your name (first and last)
2. Your spouse’s or significant other’s name (if applicable)
3. Your children’s names and ages
4. Your contact phone number and email
5. A short paragraph describing your family & why your family needs of help from the SuperNanny
6. A few photos of you and your family (jpg format please)
7. Be sure to mention you heard about this from Jen’s List for priority consideration!
LarchmontLa.com Sponsorship Opportunity
Reach LA Denizens Who Get Twitter! Place your logo, message, url or contact info on the background of LarchmontLA’s Twitter account. It has 1,500 targeted followers who like to keep abreast of what’s happening in one of the coolest places in LA. The Twitter page is checked daily by hundreds more even though they’re not registered users! Various designs and sponsored tweets are possible! Email Lee@LarchmontLA.com and check out http://twitter.com/larchmontla
http://larchmontla.com
“Shalom Babies”
Presented by the North Valley Jewish Community Center Children’s Department of “The-J”
6 months – 2 yrs old
Tuesday 9:30am-10:30am (non-walkers)
Wednesday 9:30 am – 10:30 am (walkers)
July 27 – August 18, 2010
$60.00 members/$70.00 non-members
Join your little one for storytelling, music-movement, along with parent participation in topic & discussion with Jewish themes. Help your child learn new skills and form his or her first friendships. Build a strong social support network of fellow new mothers. Nosh and Kibitz! For more information, please contact Bari 661-877-7121 or by e-mail @ thejpreschool@yahoo.com or Colleen 714-313-4343 or by e-mail @ colleenjcohen@hotmail.com
www.nvjcc.org
Fitness and Lifestyle Coach
Rona Lewis, fitness and lifestyle coach, healthy gourmet cook and author is offering a fabulous summer special to Jen’s List members. Specializing in women over 35, Rona wants to take your workouts to the next level (or bring them to the FIRST level!) with a 2 for 1 deal. Through the month of August, Rona is offering 2 sessions of one-on-one personal fitness coaching, which includes fitness training, nutritional guidance, natural supplement suggestions and meal plans. She also offers healthy cooking lessons and pre-made meals. Try mixing and matching a two-fer and combine a training session and cooking session, all for her single session price of $125. She’s a “one stop shopping coach” for a healthier, sexier you! Limit 2 packages per person, limited to new clients only. Full training packages are available by request. Serving the Westside and the Valley. Call 818-568-5616/310-914-3150 or email rona@ronafitness.com.
www.ronafitness.com
Pet care services
Taking a last minute trip and don’t know where to leave your dog? Or who to call to love and feed your cat? Call Pooch Buddies! Whether you’ve already got a long vacation planned or you just want to pop away for a few days next week, Pooch Buddies will help you with all your pet care needs. Dog walking, pet sitting, overnights and private boarding. Call owner, Janet Spiegel @ 818.430.3245 or email info@PoochBuddies.com. Mention Jen’s List and get 15% off your first booking!
http://www.PoochBuddies.com
PRINCESSES ARE COOL BUT QUEENS RULE!
Raising your little girl to be a princess is great as long as she’s living inside your castle. But once she leaves, even a hyper-helicopter mom can’t totally protect her. That’s when she needs self-reliance. THE ICE VEIL TALES are designed to teach your little darling exactly that. The stories are 12 exciting fantasy/adventures about a girl who is sent on a journey. And she’s told that whenever she confronts a bully, obstacle, or conflict, she must remember to; “inhale, exhale, and trust the Ice Veil. Yes, it’s simply following her breath. But think about it, Yoga and meditation are all about the breath. Your life, for that matter, is all about your breath. When you follow your breath, you instantly become calm.The problem is, when difficult times arise, the first thing you forget to do is, breathe. But when you remember, you become calm, clear-headed, and you make better decisions. Teach your child this wonderful habit at an early age and she’ll grow up to be a kind, compassionate, and wise Queen. What more could a mother want! You may buy “Cocovanilla and The Ice Veil” Book I at Amazon.com. Or you may buy the ebooks at:http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/IceVeilTales. You may sample the book at: http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/12081. Email Munter@Verizon.net with any questions.
KIDS GROOVE NITE
Every Friday Night This Summer from 7pm-8:30pm
1.5-16 years old welcome! $4 per child
First child $4, all siblings $3 (must be siblings for discount)
Center Stage Dance LA
12518 Riverside Dr., Studio City, Ca
Come let your children get their groove on in a safe and fun environment! Open jam session with the legendary group, The Groovaloos in attendance to dance with and mentor your children. All music is clean and free of curse words and inappropriate lyrics.
http://tinyurl.com/2c9z7df
If you have any questions, please email info@groovaloos.com *Maximum of 2 adults may accompany each paid child
TEAM Referral Network
Be A TEAM Player! You don’t have to hire a sales team to grow your business. You can be part of the most effective referral networking TEAM in your community. TEAM Referral Network turns success-oriented business people into a strong team of networking professionals who work together to build their businesses by referral. Building a business can be challenging and expensive. Why tough it out alone? Relationship marketing is a better, smarter way of doing business. TEAM Referral Network members know that working as a TEAM, Together Everyone Achieves More.
Thousand Oaks Tuesday’s, 7:30-9:00/Agoura Hills Tuesday’s, 8:30-10:00/Westlake-lunch Tuesday’s, 11:30-1:00/Northridge Wednesday’s, 8:30-10:00/Westlake-Breakfast Wednesday’s, 8:30-10:00
Simi Valley Wednesday’s, 9:00-10:30/Valencia Wednesday’s, 11:30-1:00/Woodland Hills Thursday’s, 11:30-1:00. Upcoming information meetings: Calabasas, Thousand Oaks, Moorpark & Ventura
Please contact Karen Cormier for details/more information at karen@karencormier.com
http://www.teamreferralnetwork.com
Summertime Safety Discussions with kids
http://www.jewishpress.com/pageroute.do/44304
Then check www.meganslaw.org
Where a Jen’s list member discovered her handyman was an offender on this site, just by browsing the names and faces of the 700 local abusers!
Planning on Doing Construction at Your Home?
Take a cautious stance to avoid trouble with construction projects – article includes info on background checks, competitive bidding, putting it in writing, getting bonds, advances, progress, lien waivers, double payee checks, disputes, and more.
http://tinyurl.com/2e2f78s
TUTOR LEADS
Ben has unique experience teaching children with disabilities equipping them with basic life skills and supporting them in their school work. He has also tutored kids from kindergarten through 2nd grade in a variety of subjects. He works as a teacher’s aide and behaviorist at Lanai Road Elementary School. Ben is available to come to your home or meet at a convenient location. Email benmus_benmus@yahoo.com or call 818-310-9366.
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EXPERIENCED SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER AVAILABLE FOR TUTORING- BECCA FURER Becca is a Special Education Teacher and a Reading Specialist. She has successfully tutored students with special needs and general education students in reading, writing, and math for many years. She is experienced in providing homework support and helping students with study skills, organization and test-taking strategies. Becca has a Masters in Special Education from Vanderbilt and can instruct students using Language!, Read Naturally, Great Leaps, High Hat, Step up to Writing, Touchmath and many other programs. She can tutor in your home or at any other location that is convenient to you. This is a great way to work on reading, writing and math skills to prevent the “summer slip” or to prepare for the next academic year! Email becca.held@gmail.com for more info!
Wellness & Therapeutic Massage
The effects of a massage are not limited to just the actual area under treatment, but rather extend over the entire body and include also the emotional/mental state. Massage deepens your respiration, harmonizes your mood, and helps balance your physical, emotional & mental condition. Classical massage is a proven healing method that loosens overexerted muscles and brings about physical and emotional relaxation. Pampered Spirit offers highly effective, therapeutic massages. 1hr $70, 30 min $40 – $10 extra for house calls Pampered Spirit ● Patty Guzman, LMT, EHP ● 818.425.6995