DriveWise Auto Charity Driven Auto-Buying and Leasing Celebrating 800+ vehicle deliveries, DriveWise Auto helps many Jen’s List members buy & lease their vehicles, and with rave reviews! This Charity Driven company helps people buy & lease vehicles competitively, conveniently AND responsibly. They do all the work, offer a no-hassle experience AND make a donation for every purchase/lease. If “CarPlace A” & “CarPlace B” have the same vehicle, but “CarPlace A” offers concierge service, unbiased advice, no pressure, an equally competitive price, AND has donated more than $75k to charities – which would you choose? Don’t waste time that could be spent on other things when DriveWise Auto can do the work for you! Call 818.345.5555 or email info@drivewiseauto.com for more info.
Today in History In “one small step for man, one giant step for mankind”, Astronaut Neil Armstrong becomes the first person to walk on the moon. (1969) Ugly Truck Day www.history.com/this-day-in-history Up to 50% off Kids Climb or Summer Camp at Rockreation! Choose from a 2 hour climb for only $15 or a whole week of camp for only $150! Kids Climb classes are offered Monday and Wednesday at 4:00 pm, and weekends at 3:00 pm. You can drop the kids off, or stay to watch them have fun. At up to 50% off for the kids to try something physical and new – it’s a perfect opportunity for a playdate, so buy a few as gifts! (Just remember that each child must be brought by a parent to sign the waiver liability form, so come with other parents, sign the forms and let the kids have a blast while you duck out for a coffee at the Coffee Bean just a block south.) The facility itself offers over 9000 square feet of sculpted climbing terrain, with areas suitable for everyone from beginners to experts. www.familyfinds.com/jenslist NEED WINDOW TREATMENTS? 20% off one custom drapery order + 10% off all Roller Shades! Jacoby Company, husband & wife team of Gary & Cory Jacoby have been creating fabulous custom window treatments, luxurious draperies, sensible shades & scintillating shutters since 1980! Cory designs & Gary installs…Perfect teamwork. Together they make your home the showplace it was meant to be … It is all about the “wow” factor. UNTIL July 31st, 20%off 1 drapery opening using their fabrics – value up to $500. + 10% off all Roller Shades. New orders only – cannot be combined with any other offers. Reviewed on yelp/google. YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frEcbwPapL8. Call 818-999-3468 or email cory@jacobycompany.com. www.jacobycompany.com Social Coaching Club’s® Summer Classes and Workshops Your child will be given the tools to better communicate, manage their impulses, frustrations, anger & stress; problem solving, alternative conflict resolution, bullying & boundary setting are also covered. Self-confidence & self-esteem, etiquette & civility are part of every class. Club Kinder(Children 4-6) – $150: Every Tues. in August from 2:30-3:15pm Club Kids(Children 7-10) – Each Class $30: Every Tues. in August from 3:30-5pm Emotional Management: Aug. 2nd Effective Communication: Aug. 9th Peer Relationships: Aug. 16th Problem Solving: Aug. 23rd Club Tween(Girls 10 and 12) – Fee $150: Thursday, August 11th from 4pm to 7pm Call 818.379.3340 or email info@socialcoachingclub.com to register. www.socialcoachingclub.com Orange County Fair Open Wed.-Sunday now until August 14th http://www.ocfair.com/2011/index.asp# Looking for information on a Motorcycle accident on Sunday June 26th, at Malibu Bluffs Park on PCH across from Pepperdine. This would have been between 9:30-9:45am Sunday morning. Any info would be greatly appreciated. A Jen’s List member’s dad was seriously injured and they do not know what happened. Email clpelc@aol.com Free Kids Cooking Class: Cooking Italiano! Saturday, July 23rd from Noon to 1:30 p.m. Calling all kids: Come to Whole Foods Market in Tarzana today to join Chef Eric Horwitz for a culinary trip to Italy. Chef Horwitz will teach kids how to prepare (and enjoy!) Tomato Basil Bruschetta and Spaghetti with Pesto. He’ll also share a little information about the fabulous culture behind the cuisine. This class is appropriate for children ages 5-12. RSVP at the Whole Foods Market Tarzana Customer Service Desk or to SPTRZ-marketing@wholefoods.com. www.wholefoods.com/tarzana Daisy’s Deals: No-Minimum Women’s Wholesale Fashion Jewelry Your ultimate resource for wholesale women’s fashion jewelry at low and affordable prices. Located in Southern California, they offer a vast selection from stretch rings, adjustable rings, and sized rings. They also offer necklaces, earrings, necklace and earring sets, and bracelets. They have no-minimum order totals and have 3-piece pack items so you don’t need to buy more than you need. Start your party planning or jewelry business today. www.daisysdeals.net Summer Special on Piano & Voice Lessons Private lessons in student’s homes in the West San Fernando Valley. Summer is the perfect time to start your child off with private music lessons. Learning to play the piano or sing enhances your child’s creativity and provides a skill that lasts a lifetime. Lori Patton has been teaching piano and voice professionally at a music center in West Hills for over six years and is now offering private lessons in student’s homes. She has experience with all age and ability levels and teaches music tailored to your child’s interests. Call (818) 294-9257 for information. DIY nut butters – peanut, almond, hazelnut, cashew, sesame Be creative. Simply use your blender. Creamy or chunky. A fun afternoon project for your Jr. Chef. Imagine what you can spread it on. How about tossing 1/2 cup (or more) sweetened fresh nut butter with 12 – 16 oz. hot whole wheat spiral pasta for an after-school snack – sprinkle with a tablespoon of reserved chopped nuts and chopped apple. That should hold ’em until dinner. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/homemade-peanut-butter-recipe/index.html http://www.sustainablyraw.com/blog/?p=135 http://dailytiffin.blogspot.com/2007/03/homemade-butters-go-nuts.html TEAM Referral Network 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. Relationship marketing is a better, smarter way of doing business. TEAM Referral Network members know that working as a TEAM, Together Everyone Achieves More. For information about a chapter near you, visit www.teamreferralnetwork.com. New chapters in formation in Oxnard and Newbury Park. For more info, contact karen@karencormier.com. What do dryer sheets and a toothbrush have to do with saving energy, money and a safer laundry area? This and more about your current dryer’s lint filter and buying a new dryer. http://blog.oregonlive.com/homesandgardens/ CPR & First Aid Training Only $30 All nannies, babysitters, and caregivers are required to hold a valid CPR and First Certification card while working on a job. You will received your card the same day as the class. Certification is good for two years. You will be trained in CPR & First Aid for Infant, Child, and Adult. Class are filling fast, so call today to schedule an appointment. Get a free First Aid kit. 13615 Victory Boulevard, Suite 218 in Van Nuys (818) 782-8247 www.perfectmatchdomesticagency.com PARTY PLANNING HELP! Planning Your Child’s Birthday Party? If you are planning your child’s birthday party, Tiffany can help. She represents a group of amazing children’s artists that are perfect for parties and a concierge service to plan the event. For more information, email tiffany@totaltalentsolution.com or call (818) 554-8652. AND Summer Planning? Mothers Helping Hand Has All Your Catering Needs Covered These next couple of months are perfect for cocktail parties, backyard BBQ’s, company picnics or an outdoor dinner party for those special out of town guests. Mother’s Helping Hand can assist with all of your culinary needs,whether it is preparing family meals, catering any size party or company events. www.mothershelpinghand.com AND Experienced Event Planner With 10 years Corporate, Celebrity Clientele Jessica Jonas Event Designs is your source for any event from birthday parties to large corporate functions. With more than 10 years of entertainment industry and social events under her belt, Jessica can plan any party or gathering, large or small. Jessica Jonas and her team can produce, design and plan every detail and work with any budget. For all inquiries, email JessicaRJonas@aol.com. www.facebook.com/pages/Jessica-Jonas-Event-Designs/183241861693737 Karima Habiba Studio of the Arts: Dance the Extra Weight Away A plethora of dance and overall fitness classes are now being offered to women throughout Los Angeles at Karima Habiba Studio for the Arts. The classes include bellydance basics, bellyiates (a combination of bellydance and pilates) body blast, and much more. Karima, the owner and instructor, is sure to cater to each individual’s needs. Email karimahabibastudio@gmail.com if you are interested or visit www.wix.com/karimahabiba/karimahabibastudio. Aquarium of the Pacific Family Sleepover Friday, July 22nd at 5:00pm – Sat., July 23rd at 7:00 a.m. Offers a very unique and exciting way to view and explore ocean life. Everyone participates in hands-on activities, games, crafts, and observe marine animals with the education staff guiding the evening events. 100 Aquarium Way, at W. Shoreline Dr., Long Beach 562-951-1630 www.aquariumofpacific.org/education/ Her Work is Timeless, Her Presence is Laid Back But Even More Important, She is Fun to Work With Finding the perfect photographer for your newborn session is a daunting task. Why not choose a girl with nanny experience behind her belt? Known as “the baby whisperer” Randi is a breeze to work with. Her sessions are organized around how the baby is feeling which is most important. Best of all, sessions are done in home, so no need to stress. Randi Marie knows health is number one so rest assured, she has had her whooping cough vaccination. Jen’s List members will receive 40% off all packages. www.RandiMariePhotography.com Families Needed: Host a Chinese Student for 2 1/2 Weeks From July 21st to August 8th Help fill 15 more beds for this summer’s program with EF Homestay. The students have daily activities. It’s a group of Chinese students, ages 12 to 13. All they need is a welcoming home, a bed, sack lunch, and a summer filled with memories and new friends. Thank you and hope your family may consider this amazing program. Call Sheena Delance at (818) 274-7515 or email sheena.delance@gmail.com. www.ef.com www.efhomestay.org Whimzeee Baby Boutique: Sewer Wanted Baby boutique business looking for a person who can help with sewing baby items on an as needed basis or per project. Will pay per piece or hourly depending on the project, can be negotiated. Looking for an experienced sewer with sharp details and great lines. Would prefer someone that lives in the Valley or close to as the company is based in Northridge. Contact Victoria or Kimberly at whimzeee3@yahoo.com for more details and or questions. www.whimzeeebaby.etsy.com MommysWithCancer Support Group A new support group in the San Fernando Valley open to women who not only face the challenges of parenting, but do so during and following treatment for Cancer. This is a great way for women to learn current, credible information and tips on coping with day-to-day difficulties under these circumstances. This group meets on the second Saturday of the month at a home in Northridge. Children are welcome. Contact Marta Blum at (818) 326-0675 or email marta@mommyswithcancer.org for more information. www.mommyswithcancer.org Children’s Birthday Party Entertainment Need a Princess or Superhero for you birthday party? Check out Enchanted Events at www.enchantedevents.org. Their goal is to make your little one’s day extra special, and make you feel worry-free. Make your child’s dream come true with a magical memory of a birthday they’ll never forget! Their services include Princesses, Superheroes, Fairy Tale Characters, Face-painting, Balloon Sculpting, Princess Make-up, Games, Music and more. enchantedeventsinfo@gmail.com www.enchantedevents.org Pathway to Success Playshop Friday, July 29th, from 10 a.m. to Noon and 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Summit Park, McBean Parkway Friday, August 12th from 1 to 3 p.m and Saturday, August 13th from 10 a.m. to Noon and 1 to 3 p.m. at Valencia Heritage Park, Newhall Ranch Road Help your child succeed, with cutting-edge, transformational Playshops: · help kids and parents develop excellence in emotional intelligence and successful social relationships. · 2 hours of activities and fun games · Parent and Me, or Just 4 Kids (7 and up) · Playshops are scheduled in Santa Clarita, or you can assemble your own, custom groups of 10-15 participants. Enroll at www.AddSupportCoach.com. $29 per child. The value of this investment is boundless, spark passionate learning and improve life today. Join Summer Art Classes at the Art Club in Encino Have you been looking for that very special Fine Art Workshop for children, teens and adults? All you need is a smile and some imagination! Offering painting, drawing, sculpture and mixed media art classes all year long. One-to-One art workshops also available for all ages. For further information and the 2011 Summer schedule, email ARTCLUBbyjanet@aol.com or visit www.ARTCLUBbyjanet.com or call (818) 783-6566. The Portrait Playdate by j.lynne Photography Wanna play? And have your kids’ portraits taken while you hang out with your friends? The Portrait Playdate by j.lynne Photography is an event, hosted by you, to bring together friends and family for a custom portrait experience without the larger investment of a full photo shoot, all while benefiting the charity of your choice. Email Jessica for details at Jessica@jlynnephoto.com. www.jlynnephoto.com/the-portrait-playdate/ Looking For Front Office Help: 9 Hours/Week Well established dental office in Sherman Oaks, looking for front desk help. Hours will be Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 2 to 5 p.m. Duties to include but are not limited to answering phones, making appointments, filing, taking messages, and other front office responsibilities. Computer skills are required. If interested, contact the office at (818) 789-0567 or email swattdental@gmail.com. www.swattdental.com Feathered Frenzzy: Awesome Feather Hair Extensions Feather hair extensions are a great new way to add some excitement and a quick change to your hair, as seen on a lot of the A-lister’s in Hollywood. Feathered Frenzzy can supply the hottest new trend for just you, a small group, or a large party. Call them to book your next occasion. Contact Kimberly Cole at (818) 324-4429 or Valerie Ferris at (818) 324-7199. www.featheredfrenzzy.etsy.com Horse Care/Farm Animal Workshop Saturday, July 23rd at 10 a.m. in Canyon Country Animal Scouts is returning to Oak Creek Corral for another Horse Care/Farm Animal Workshop. Kids will learn all about horse care and farm animals in this hands-on workshop. They will get the opportunity to brush, pet, tack, and learn about the horses and farm animals in a fun and safe environment. This is a great adventure for kids who love horses, bunnies, goats, etc. A hand-led ride will be offered at the end of the workshop. All ages are welcome. The workshop will be approximately 2 hours. Oak Creek Corral is the only ranch totally based and developed for kids. www.animalscouts.com/Events_Calendar.html Music for Autism Concert Sunday, July 24th The Help Group and Music for Autism present an interactive concert for individuals with autism and their families featuring The Jazz Collection. The performance will feature “concert time” when audience members are free to respond to music as active audience members; “conducting time” when everyone is invited to conduct the musicians; and “percussion time” when participants are asked to play along on percussion instruments provided. Music for Autism concerts are fully subsidized and free for those individuals with autism and their family members, but RSVPs are essential. Go to “Concert Calendar” at www.musicforautism.org or call (877) 863-7473 x1. Living Proof…Celebrating the Gifts That Come Wrapped in SandPaper is an Anthology Book of Inspiration Stories Great for gifts, bedtime reading, guest room, and coffee table. This book is a best seller on Amazon and the Multi-Media version just came out. Here you can down load to your computer, iPhone, Smartphone and iPad. Ever cooler is that, along with reading the 35 amazing stories, you will also hear the authors’ voices and see their brief videos attached as well. And when you purchase your copy, you will receive a ton of author bonus goodies to boot. This is the future of publishing and is incredibly cool. Check it out for yourself by visiting www.drmarcylivingproofbook.com. If you prefer your own print version of the book, click www.drmarcycole.com/books/. www.DrMarcyCole.com Need Help Coordinating a Move, Packing or Unpacking Your New or Existing Residence? If you are too busy and need help coordinating, downsizing and are transitioning or arriving at a new residence, allow Sharon to help make your life easier and your transition painless. Call (818) 522-1787 for details and pricing. Serving Calabasas, Malibu, Woodland Hills, West Hills, Agoura, Westlake, Encino, Sherman Oaks and Studio City. Marla Bluestone MSW CCM CDMS is a Social Worker/Certified Care Manager Private practice providing services to the Elderly Population. Services include: in-home and safety assessment, consultation, education, placement, information and referral, advocacy, crisis intervention, government entitlement, and home care referrals. Ms. Bluestone takes prides in her work, is very professional, and compassionate toward her clients. She cares about what they want but more importantly what they deserve. Email ariseassociates@yahoo.com. Jen’s List Members Say Again & Again: “We love MaidSparkle®!” If you want your home cleaned with eco-friendly products by trained English speaking staff at affordable prices then call Maidsparkle® Eco-Friendly Housecleaning Services in the greater Los Angeles area for a free quote at (310) 477-8919 or email info@maidsparkle.com. Mention Jen’s List and new customers get $20 off their first clean. www.maidsparkle.com Calling all 6 Year Olds: Pop Warner Football in West LA Limited roster spots left for 6 year-olds to play tackle football for the Westside Bruins. The Jr. Clinic division is a great introduction into organized football and is primarily an instructional league. The 8-game schedule is played on Saturday mornings and practice begins on August 1st. Practice will only be 2 days a week for 90 min. during school year. This will be a great learning experience for your kids. Call Coach Kenny Zuckerman at (818) 519-6444 for more information. Hebrew School: Learn It, Live It, Love It Be part of a circle of children that love coming every Sunday to learn and gain more pride and love of their Jewish heritage. Your child will gain knowledge of Jewish History and learn how to write and read Hebrew through art, music, arts and crafts, as well as hands-on activities. Every Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 12:20 p.m for girls and boys, ages 4 to 12. No hidden fees, they provide scholarships. For more information call (818) 718-0777 or visit www.ChabadChatsworth.com. Counseling & Therapy for Couples, Individuals & Families: Better Yourself to Better Your Life & Relationships Licensed psychotherapist Allison Cohen uses a kind but straight forward approach to offer long term change for your toughest life issues. Allison has been featured on the TODAY show, NPR, Cosmopolitan, Web MD, AOL Health and more. Specializing in: Couples/Relationships Self-Esteem/Personal Growth Family Conflict Anxiety/Stress Building Physical and Emotional Intimacy Communication Skills Skills for Parents Life Transitions Premarital Counseling Psycho-education Intuitive Eating www.LifeIssuesPsychotherapy.com
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