EAT GOOD FOOD – Learn To Cook At Cooking School 101 is a home-based cooking school that teaches basic cooking techniques in a low-pressured fun environment. With a variety of classes, Cooking School 101 teaches easy and exciting recipes to share with your friends and family. Each class is limited to 6 people and is a hands-on experience where you will receive recipes, tips, and techniques helping you to pull off the most impressive dishes. Mention “Jen’s List” and get 30% off of your first class. Today in History Cow Appreciation Day National Ventriloquist’s Week http://kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=93 Let Your Stars Shine in You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown: Teens & Kids Wanted For Theater Camp Begins Sunday, July 17th Teen Show is Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4 to 8 p.m. and Sundays, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $375. Performances are August 13th and 14th. Kids’ Show is Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $500. Kids’ Performances are August 11th, 12th, and 13th. Contact Shayna Turk’s Academy of Rising STARS directly at (818)681-1992 or by emailing them at dramastars@gmail.com. Visit www.dramastars.com for more information. The children’s theater camp teaches your child self confidence, stage presence, and how to be in a full length musical production. Fresh Brothers Introduces New Menu Items & Contest! http://networkedblogs.com/j96zm When should parents seek professional help for their child? Therapy offers children and their family the opportunity to identify and understand the challenges and helps children develop coping skills to appropriately deal with their experiences. Therapy also addresses parental concerns and works with parents to implement effective parenting approaches and child support strategies. Dr. Roxanna Rahban provides a free 30 minute phone consultation to answer your questions. You can call 818-789-5035 Ext 1 or email Roxanna@steinpsych.com for more info. You may also visit www.steinpsych.com for more information. Dr. Roxanna Rahban is a Post-Doctoral Psychological Assistant (PSB 35573) supervised by Dr. Mark L. Stein, Licensed Psychologist (PSY 16135). Jeff Todd with SMART DOGS – A professional dog trainer and coach to dog owners With 20 years of experience, with 1000’s of dogs he can help you with any training or problem solving needs. His training courses consist of the most common and useful commands for everyday life with your dog. Jen’s List member Karen Gold used Jeff’s services said “After trying three other dog trainers, we contacted Jeff, who quickly & successfully trained our dog! We highly recommend him.“ (818) 968-9422. www.smartdogsdogtraining.com A ceiling fan for all seasons Cooling. Heating. Cost. Location. Room size. Ceiling height/slope. Motor. Blade pitch. Fan control. Style. Price. http://blog.oregonlive.com/homesandgardens/ The Help Group’s 20th Annual Keyes for Kids Teddy Bear Golf Classic Monday, September 26th at Valencia Country Club This year’s event will honor Michael Rosenfeld, Founder & CEO of Woodridge Capital Partners. A day of golf will be followed by an auction and dinner hosted by Lockton Insurance Brokers. The proceeds of the tournament will benefit The Help Group, a family of non-profit agencies serving children with autism and special needs. They are looking for donations to the silent and live auction. Visit www.thehelpgroup.org or call 818-779-5210 for more information on how to donate and/or participate. GARAGE/YARD/ESTATE SALES Saturday, July 16th from 8am-1pm 1807 Kirsten Lee Drive in Westlake Village AND Saturday, July 16th from 8:30am-1pm In Pasadena on Brigden Road between Altadena Dr. and Martelo Ave. AND Garage Sale from closed Gift and Card Shop Saturday, July 16th at 8am Holiday merchandise including Christmas and Hanukkah cards and gifts, general greeting cards, gift wrap, gift bags, stationery and invitations. Additionally, there will be almost new furniture for living, dinner and kitchens. 18141 Index Street, Northridge (corner of Chimineas and Index Street) AND All proceeds will be donated to support Camp Ohr Lanu at Camp Ramah Sunday, July 17th from 8am-3pm Camp Ohr Lanu is a unique family camp experience for children with special needs and their families. 7102 Allott Ave. in Van Nuys (818) 989-2863 Dance it Off For Kids: “Hip-Hop” this summer bring them to have fun and enrich their confidence and skills. It’s really fun, check some videos of zulu maniacs on YouTube For Adults: Salsa, Bachata, Hip-Hop, Flamenco, Samba. Get fit with Latin Cardio Workout or African 360 Workout! And what about the relaxation of body and mind… you can try Yoga…Group or private lessons, have fun meet new friends and enjoy yourself. 12834 Victory Blvd. in North Hollywood, 91606 For more info, call or text (818)3067205, (805)748 9435, email gerardo@danceitoff.com or visit www.danceitoff.com for schedules. Campus Life: Set in Paradise: America’s Top 10 College Towns http://www.lostlettermen.com/7-11-2011-top-10-college-towns/ Mary Poppins the at Segerstrom Center for the Arts (also known as the Orange County Performing Arts Center) Now – August 7th http://www.scfta.org/home/Events/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=997 Have you’ve ever stared at your Mac, iPad or iPhone and felt confused, frustrated or helpless? At No Problem Mac, they specialize in helping those with little or no knowledge of computers. They offer fast, friendly support, service and lessons and can be at most homes or businesses in LA within an hour. Work on your own Mac with a teacher who’s patient, knowledgeable and adapts to the way you learn. $70.00 per hour. Visit http://www.noproblemmac.com or contact John at 310-621-5679 for more info. Jen’s list members get one free month of 24/7 phone support! Ending Homework Woes http://studyshop.biz/49.html Kol Tikvah Preschool believes that every child deserves to be healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged At Kol Tikvah in Woodland Hills, they blend the best of all worlds & pride themselves on being a developmental program that infuses active learning to promote cognitive, social, emotional, physical, spiritual, and creative development. Kol Tikvah provides children with a rich Judaic experience; children learn about Jewish traditions, celebrations and holidays. Currently enrolling for fall 2011. 818-992-1960 www.koltikvah.org 3 ways to promote independent play time Start fresh. Set up the environment. Get your kids started. http://www.makeandtakes.com/3-ways-to-promote-independent-playtime Valley Beth Shalom’s Sisterhood invites you to Exaltation! Sunday, August 14th at 7:30 pm Biblical Stories Through Music Presented by: Los Angeles Jewish Symphony at the John Anson Ford Theatres in Hollywood! Sisterhood has reserved exclusive seating for this very special evening and tickets are only $36! RSVP to Carol Kaufman at 818.783.0356. Study found that about 80% of child restraints NOT used as intended Informative article about choosing and using child seat restraints/harnesses. http://www.nmtcenter.com/articles/Pro_Child_Pass_1.pdf Inspiration from One Jewish Mother to Another www.JewishMOM.com KIDS Don’t Have to Be the world’s greatest singer or dancer to BE IN A SHOW! August 1st- 20th from 9am-3pm, Mon. – Fri SUMMER CAMP is for everyone to have FUN! Enroll now for August Sessions. 3 week session – Full production 1 week session – Musical theatre intensive Email risingstarcmtt@sbcglobal.net or call (818) 267-4839 and mention Jen’s List for a SPECIAL DEAL on any of the programs. http://www.risingstarcmtt.org Booty Wrap Is that a phone in your hand on your power walk? Cash stuffed in your sock? Keys in your waistband? And our personal favorite – lip balm in the bra? If this sounds all too familiar, we have the answer: The BootyWrap. It looks like a sweatshirt tied around your waist; but it’s not. The BootyWrap is simply a flat, bulkless garment with sleeves and pockets. Finally you store your stash, cover your bum and remain hands free! You’ll love the BootyWrap — the smartest sleeves around. www.BootyWrap.com RESUMES, COVER LETTERS, ETC.! Not Getting Calls For Interviews? It Could Be That Your Resume And Cover Letter Need To Be Reviewed. Visit: http://www.resumescoverlettersetc.8m.net/index.html For More Information on Reviewing And/Or Preparing Your Resume and Cover Letter Today! FOR A FREE CONSULTATION, Call (310) 849-7972 or Email gaysmps@aol.com. http://www.resumescoverlettersetc.8m.net/index.html “Mommy, Where Do Babies Come From?” Okay, take a breath. What to say. Using picture books. The truth. Conversational tone. More. http://www.parenting.com/article/ Painter Lead Referred by Jens List member deette_case@yahoo.com “Do you need a painter to paint the inside or outside of you home? Someone who is meticulously clean and does a quality job? You need Brent Case! No job is too big or too small! Call him anytime for all your painting needs!” 805-504-5004 Spaces Available for Session 2, Design Program at the Children’s Arts Institute July 25th-Aug.1st, Mon.-Fri. from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Does Your Young Teen Love Fashion? Would they like to learn to Design and Sew their own Creations? The Design Program of the Children’s Arts Institute in Van Nuys is for 12-15 year old students interested in clothing and accessory design & construction. The Program is taught by Corrie Osuna, professional designer and instructor for the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. http://childrensartsinstitute.com/design-program Sunday Family Program at the Zimmer Children’s Museum July 17th Creepy Crawly Critters – Some critters might seem creepy, but they are actually very important to our environment. Insects like caterpillars and bees help plants get the nutrients they need to grow. So instead of squishing them, you need to share this idea with everyone in town. Make your own critters and share them with your neighbors! All Sunday drop-in programs run from 3:00-4:00pm and are free (in addition to the entrance fee). Entrance fee is $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children 2 and over. Children under 2 are free and Grandparents are free on Tuesdays. 6505 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 100 in Los Angeles http://www.zimmermuseum.org Family Yoga with Live Music Sunday, July 17th from 11:00-12:00 The class is taught by Certified Yoga Instructor, Julie Markovitz RYT and accompanied by musician/singer Stella Davies. All ages are welcome, especially first timers! The class is free for members and $8.00 for non members. For more information, contact Julie at 818.421.7779 or julie@danceyoga.com or visit www.danceyoga.com. Westlake YogaWorks 2475 Townsgate Rd. in Westlake Village, 91361 Looking for fit models who wear sizes 6 months – 6 years, but currently in need of a girl fitting into size 12 months! Flap Happy, a local children’s clothing design and manufacturing company will try on their newly designed styles on your child to make sure they fit correctly, make any necessary adjustments and possibly need to re fit a week later. Fittings take place in Culver City. If interested, email your child’s age, size clothing they wear, and if they are a boy or girl to: lauriesnyder19@aol.com. Equinox and RealWomen La present the RealHotWomen La Event July 22nd from 4-8pm Come to enjoy a FREE night of manicures and pedicures, teeth whitening, spray tans, makeup and hair experts, massages and facials with the Equinox Spa, select Hot Equinox classes, healthy bbq and dessert bar, cocktails, amazing raffles, and music by DJ Eddie. They will also have Zen Foods and an awesome Trunk Show boutique with local designers, Porsche and Maserati of The Auto Gallery, and The Closet Stylist. There will be prior signups for fitness classes presented by Equinox. All Press and Guests are asked to RSVP to Melissa McAvoy at realwomenla@gmail.com or 310-779-8501. 21530 Oxnard St. in Woodland Hills, 91367 How to use all-natural sugar alternatives in baking About agave, maple syrup, honey and stevia. http://marcussamuelsson.com/news/how-to-use-all-natural-sugar-alternatives-in-baking Need Help Preparing Income Tax Returns? Are you experiencing difficulty dealing with the IRS and/or state taxing authorities? Allow John to help you discover alternative solutions that will allow you to sleep at night. He is a Certified Tax Resolution Specialist and Enrolled Agent that can represent you before the IRS. (818) 741-5847 The Hollow Trees – at Peter Alsop’s Kids Koncerts Sunday, July 17th at 11:00 a.m. A great introduction to bluegrass for any child! Grab your partner and take them for a spin around the dance floor as you listen to their great, knee-slapping hootenanny music. Theatricum Botanicum 1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd. in Topanga, 90290 www.theatricum.com 310-455-3723 Food blog by a mom whose goal is to comfortably feed her baby what everyone else eats Check out these 2 posts and comments rich with baby-feeding experiences. Summer squash soup – http://smittenkitchen.com/baby/2010/10/summer-squash-soup/#more-112 First spinach with white yams – http://smittenkitchen.com/baby/2010/06/first-spinach-with-white-yams/ Tighten & Tone & Get In Shape Fast Free Power Pilates privates for a limited time only. Carolyn Barnes, Certified Pilates Trainer is offering a great summer special that can’t be beat. Sign up for 4 sessions, get the 5th session free. Sign up for ten, get three free. Carolyn’s ‘tighten and tone’ program has been featured in Fitness Magazine, Shape, CBS News, KTLA, Doctors, Style TV, Fitness Coach, All You, Real Simple, LA Parent, Parenting, National Enquirer, cover story in the Health section of the Daily News, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, Huffington Post. If you sing up before July 30th, you’ll receive a bonus package including deep tissue work and dietary/ nutritional consulting. Email leanmomma@gmail.com or call (310) 418-3782. “It’s your body, your mind your life your choice!” Getting Kids Into the H2O Habit Water is really important for joint lubrication, cooling the system, making muscles work efficiently, proper functioning of organs. Sodas and sugary drinks are not the answer. http://www.parenting.com/article/ask-dr-sears-getting-kids-into-the-h2o-habit Organic Camp for Kids: Shanti Club August 8th-12th – Tweens ages, 8-12 Looking for fun, healthy activities for your kids this summer? Shanti Club offers some of kids’ most favorite things…yoga, music, dance, organic cooking, gardening, arts and crafts, clothing design with recycled materials, nature hikes and more. Register now at www.ShantiClub.com.
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