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Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history Etch-a-Sketch goes on sale. (1960) Pecan Pie Day Paper bag day Different color eyes day http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=89 $20 for 5-Visit Punch Card ($45 Value) at Under the Sea. Valid at 4 convenient locations! Under the Sea is a child’s paradise! Children will bounce in the Moon Bouncer, go down the Turbo Slide, crawl through the climbing structure, or climb up to the top of a sea castle. They’ll love the push cars and playhouses. For younger ones, Under the Sea offers a soft Baby Corner, a toddler swing, a slide, a carousel, and other educational play equipment. And, best of all, you can relax on the sidelines while they run, play, and exert all their energy in this clean, safe environment. The kids will sleep great tonight! www.familyfinds.com/jenslist Your Kids Can Train With a Laker! Get 20% off Derek Fisher Basketball Academy Camp Being trained by an iconic NBA champion is a dream few kids have the chance to experience. Now you can give your kids the memory of a lifetime by getting 20% off their admission to the Derek Fisher Basketball Academy, a summer camp running from July 25th – 29th. www.WinWinLiving.com is now offering this exclusive discount for a limited time. Have your kids join the Lakers’ starting point guard for a camp experience that caters to boys and girls age 7-15 of all skill levels. Derek will be on site daily, working with campers to teach them the core basketball, leadership and life skills to get them through the game of basketball and to succeed off the court in the game of life. Raise Your Kids and Your Net Worth Let’s be honest: When it comes to acting as household money manager can be a little challenging. 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Sign up for their FREE newsletter! Email info@samandcompany.com or call 818-222-2101 for more info. “Fantastic newsletter-it’s like Mac & iPad for Dummies that aren’t totally dumb” ~Neil Stubenhaus (world-renowned bassist) www.samandcompany.com AWESOME FUNDRAISER AT MY GYM – WOODLAND HILLS Friday, July 29th from 4:30-6:30pm The owners, Susi and Yaakov Sherman are generously donating ALL profits to the Kaplon Family. Kristi lost her husband, Brian, on March 17th, leaving her, Chloe, age 2 ½ and newborn twins, Reese and Dylan. It is only $10 PER CHILD – Hurry – This event WILL SELL OUT, so I HIGHLY suggest reserving your spot EARLY. Go to www.paypal.com, click on send money, Kristi’s email is kdpaphi@aol.com, click on PERSONAL, and then click on GIFT. MAKE SURE TO INDICATE IN THE SUBJECT SECTION – “My Gym Fundraiser”. Any questions, email sfvmom@gmail.com. The WH Location has been COMPLETELY redone with EVERYTHING brand new! (818) 702-6946 http://www.my-gym.com/franchisee_schedule.aspx?id=241  Attn: Brides-to-be – Hyatt Westlake Bridal Show(Serving Brides since 1983)Sunday, Aug. 21st from 11am-3pm Meet over 70 wedding professionals ready to assist with all aspects of wedding planning & enjoy fashions that feature the latest in wedding attire. Stroll the aisles; sample treats from caterers/bakeries, be snapped at the photo booth, register for door prizes & receive fantastic gifts from the Bridal Premiere Gift Registry. Gifts drawn every 15 minutes during the day. Pre-register at www.bridalpremiere.com to eliminate waiting in line, get a discount for you/your guests, peel n’ stick labels & automatic entry into the Hyatt Honeymoon Weekend Giveaway. Use brides name/information. Tickets may also be purchased on line at a discount! Limited exhibitor space available. 805-376-3515 Berwick Buddies Preschool now enrolling for Fall! This preschool in the Brentwood Glen is a wonderful and safe environment. Head teacher, Karyn Saffro has 17 years of teaching experience and is the recipient of the Smotrich Award for Innovative Teaching! The program fosters age appropriate development through a Reggio inspired curriculum and a fun phonics program. Spots now available for (potty trained) 3-5 year old students M-F (flexible days) from 9am -3pm. Call 310-472-0144 for more information or visit www.berwickbuddies.com. Gorgeous Gated House for sale South of the Blvd in Woodland Hills! Gated on over a 1/4 acre GORGEOUS traditional! One story with impressively high ceilings, open floor plan, great use of hardwood floors, granite & stone throughout. State of the art VIKING kitchen with massive Granite island ideal for entertaining, complete with walk in pantry. Great room & living room with fireplace. Master suite with WIC & to die for RH style bathroom complete with Jacuzzi & steam dual head shower. Landscaped with grass & covered patio. Call Bonni Wolk 818-300-5304 for more info. www.4951rigoletto.com Could your kid fall out of a window? YES Window safety tips and links. http://www.legacyhealth.org/body.cfm?id=1472 Designer Handbags needed for an upcoming Fundraiser Temple Aliyah Preschool is proud to be a member of a vibrant and growing community. They recognize the importance of creating, nurturing and maintaining relationships in the neighborhood. They are a Non Profit Preschool and are asking for your help. Temple Aliyah Department of Early Childhood Education will be holding its most important fundraising event, and we need everyone’s participation to make it a success. Donation receipts are available and all donations are tax deductible. The Temple Aliyah children and families appreciate your thoughtfulness and support. If you have any questions, contact Andrea at 818346-1552 or andreas@templealiyah.org. Musyca Children’s Choir Camp August 8th-13th, Monday-Friday from 9am-12pm For young people ages 9-16, at the JCC at Milken, The Children’s Choir Camp is a joyful, engaging summer music-making experience for young people who like to sing. The campers will have lots of fun while singing a variety of outstanding music, receiving instruction in voice and musicianship, and participating in musical activities and games. The week-long program will culminate with a concert for the community. Saturday, August 13th – 1PM Dress Rehearsal; 3PM Concert. Cost: $125 22622 Vanowen Street in West Hills, 91307 For registration information, email sing@musyca.org or call 818-554-9937. www.musyca.org  Learn Judo with the Calabasas Judo Club Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7pm Jen’s List Members’ Special – $20 for a two week trial. First class free! They practice in the Chaparral Elementary School Multi-Purpose Room. The instructor is Sensei Rey Tinaza (6th Dan). Practices go year round and are open to individuals 5 years old and up (4 year olds welcome with parent). Why practice Judo? To have fun, get in great physical condition and develop strength, balance, coordination and flexibility. Emphasis on developing discipline, patience and respect. They want Judo to be available to all, normal rate is $40/month. www.calabasasjudo.com “How can I get my kid to be active instead of being glued to video games? It’s about modeling moving, supporting sports, involving active peers. http://www.parenting.com/article/ask-dr-sears-encouraging-a-more-active-child 3 Taylor Swift Tickets For Sale Staples Center – Tues., Aug 23rd at 7pm Sec 102 Row 13 – Seats 19, 20, 21 $80 Each – Face Value Email Lenkovgirls@aol.com Need a perfect excuse to escape the 405 traffic and stay on the coast all day? Come join for a smashin’ good time! Next Saturday, July 16th, The Malibu Art Barn will have a free community mosaic workshop from 5-7pm. B.Y.O.B.P (bring your own broken (or old) plates). They will be recycling broken china bits and converting them into beautiful works of art that you can take home. This workshop is free to the community, you bring the china- they got the rest! 3939 Cross Creek Rd. Suite D-210 in Malibu, 90265 www.Malibuartbarn.com ABC’s new show “The Revolution” is having a casting call this weekend! Sat., July 16th from 11am-4pm The Producers of “The Biggest Loser” & “Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition” have a new daytime talk show that will help you shed the weight & get your life back! We’re looking for relatable WOMEN who are ready to drop 50-100lbs & regain control of their lives. If chosen, they will provide you with a trainer & nutrition plan to help you lose the weight within your OWN ENVIRONMENT! Come Meet the Casting Directors at Long Beach Town Center 7575 Carson Blvd. in Long Beach, 90808 PLEASE NOTE: The 405 freeway will be closed on 7/16 btw the 10 & 101. They are located directly off of the 605 Freeway at Carson Blvd. http://3ballproductions.com/revcasting CARMAGEDDON SALE and RAFFLE at 2 Chix Maternity & Baby Saturday and Sunday, July 16th & 17th Get 25% off anything in the store! Also, enter the “I Survived the 405” raffle for a chance to win a $50 2 chix Gift Certificate AND a $20 Gift Certificate from Valen Dolce (delicious bakery/tea/coffee house next door). And, just for braving the traffic, they will have a nice, cool bottle of water waiting for you. 2 chix 1426 Montana Ave. in Santa Monica 310-458-0959 CPR Classes In His Hands CPR & First Aid – Offers CPR & First Aid classes in the Los Angeles area. Mobile service to your location. Services available for community groups, friends & family, babysitters, moms groups, church groups, coaches, teachers etc. Everyone should learn CPR to help save a life. Group rates offered to Jens list subscribers. Contact Dee Dee Barksdale at (818)324-6570 or email inhishandscpr@gmail.com. www.inhishndscpr.com Peelerbuilt Fitness: Weight Loss Challenge! Peelerbuilt Fitness would like to challenge you to lose weight with this special offer. Using a combination of healthy, well balanced nutrition and fun, high-calorie burning workouts you could win eight weeks of FREE training and more! Brian Peeler is a firm believer of hard work and giving it 100% to reach your ultimate fitness goals. But it’s important to do it in a smart way that is also sustainable for life. Visit www.peelerbuilt.com and click on the “12-Week Fitness Challenge” to learn more. Hurry – it starts Monday, July 18th! Jewish Business Networking Wednesday, July 13th from 6:45 to 9:00 p.m. Nosh, schmooze and make business connections within the ever-growing community of Jewish business people, professionals, trades people and corporate executives at JNET (a non-profit). For information, visit www.jewishbusinessnetworking.org or call Toni Speyer at (818) 610-7045 or (818) 426-6340. Temple Ahavat Shalom 18200 Rinaldi Place in Northridge American Ballet Theatre July 14th-17th Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at the Music Center is thrilled to welcome back a mainstay in the Music Center’s dance series, American Ballet Theatre. Performing the Los Angeles premiere of Alexei Ratmansky’s The Bright Stream, this delightful ballet is set to a witty score by Dmitri Shostakovich and is full of fun and a slew of disguises. MEET ANGELINA BALLERINA: Sat., July 16th, Following the matinee performance.*Children of all ages can meet everyone’s favorite little star with big dreams, Angelina Ballerina, following the July 16th matinee. Bring your own camera to capture fond memories for years to come!*Must be a matinee ticket holder to attend. For tickets and information, visit musiccenter.org, the box office or call (213) 972-0711. New Tool To Help Keep Kids Safe Online This innovative parental internet monitoring program is called Care4Teen.com. This just-launched website offers parents complete access to, and control over, their children’s online activities. Features include remote access, intuitive blocking of websites, complete parental control and in-depth tracking and monitoring. Best of all, there is NO CHARGE for the service. http://care4teen.com Boutique Spa offering Acne Treatments, Customized Facials, Peels, Waxing, Massage, Wraps & more. Katherine of Athena Spa provides a serene, inviting and friendly atmosphere where the stresses of everyday life pause, and the tired soul is rejuvenated. They vow to provide the highest quality of aesthetic treatments and products to their clients at a reasonable price and in a soothing surrounding where the highest standards of cleanliness are maintained. 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Good practice for ‘mis en place,’ measuring and following directions (write up the recipe as sequential steps). Also apricot-white chocolate cookie recipe. http://marcussamuelsson.com/recipes/one-ingredient-two-ways-recipe-using-apricots-to-make-cookies-and-chicken WOMEN’S BUSINESS NETWORKING – SPECIAL EVENT July 19th at 9:30 am Join members and guests of Our Common Thread for a morning of Breakfast, Business and Brilliance! Make new connections, strengthen existing ones and hear from special guest Jill Schiff, Mom and Founder of PlanetJill Photo Jewelry and Gifts. Held at Maggiano’s in Woodland Hills. $25 per guest. Advance RSVP is a must! Email Laura@OurCommonThread.com. www.OurCommonThread.com A Place to Create Summer Art Camp for kids at A Place to Create in charming Atwater Village (between Los Feliz and Glendale). There are weeklong sessions until August 19th. Each week has a different age group and theme from – Fairy Tales, FIber Arts, to Pets Galore! Come and join the creative fun that will include theatrical play, stories as well as lots of fun art projects. Visit www.aplacetocreate.net or call 323.668.0680 for more info. How Animals See Color What do dogs and cats see? What creature doesn’t need eyes to see? Color-blindness. Seeing in the dark. http://www.colormatters.com/kids/animals.html UNCLE JEFF’S PET SITTING AND MORE 818-884-8757 www.unclejeffspetsitting.com The Spunky Coconut Cookbook: Gluten Free, Casein Free, Sugar Free 115 recipes free of gluten, dairy, sugar, peanut, corn, soy. 30+ raw-inspired recipes. 65 color pictures. Natural alternatives like honey, stevia, xylitol. http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ My Shutub This is a fun blog about being Jewish, crafty, and the joy of raising 3 kids, one with a little something extra. http://myshtub.blogspot.com/ LIFEGAURD AND SWIM TEACHER LEADS Little Fish LIFEGUARDING and SWIM LESSONS Keep your kids safe with Little Fish LIFEGUARDING and SWIM LESSONS! 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