Give Your Child a Head Start in School with StudyShop Now is the perfect time to review math concepts, prepare for the SAT or ISEE, or get some help finishing that summer reading assignment. Until September 10th, mention Jen’s List and get two lessons free. “Add me to the long list of fans of Charles Burns, the owner of StudyShop. He has helped me immensely in getting ready for my university-level statistics class this fall. He is very knowledgeable and very patient. I am supremely impressed with him and his work ethic and would recommend him for any age or level, as his range of knowledge is incredible.” ~ Dusty Bowman, Jen’s List member. For more information, call (310) 845-9130 or email charles@studyshop.org.
Today in History International Literacy Day Star Trek premiered on television (1966) President Ford gives unconditional pardon to Richard Nixon for any crimes related to Watergate. (1974) www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Unique Jewish Montessori Preschool – a few spaces still available Are you still looking for that “exactly right” preschool for your child? Rachel’s Garden Jewish Montessori is a home-based, beautiful Montessori preschool set in a peaceful, rural and nourishing environment. Open to Jewish children ages 2-6 of any or no affiliation. Well-rounded, inspiring and individualized. Gardening, woodshop, Alef-Bet yoga, Hebrew story time, music, art, Shabbat party and sports included. 8:45-1, with extended care available. Call 818-290-9447 or email Rachelsgarden@sbcglobal.net. www.rachelsgardenmontessori.com
$9 For Two Tickets to the Long Beach Harvest Festival ($18 Value) Hundreds of artisans exhibiting American handmade items plus festival food and live entertainment. year’s Harvest Festival in Long Beach, where the choices are as endless as you gift list! The Harvest Festival brings together hundreds of artists from across America to provide the ultimate “shoppertunity” and entertainment experience with more than 24,000 unique handmade items at affordable prices from over 200 exhibitors. With strolling performers, a kids zone, jugglers, live entertainment, free health screenings, specialty foods, and more, the event offers a full day of fun for all ages. Your voucher is redeemable for two tickets, and grants you entry into all three days of the festival! The Harvest Festival runs Friday and Saturday, September 23-24, 2011 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sunday, September 25, 2011 from 10:00am to 5:00pm at the Long Beach Convention Center. http://o.familyfinds.com/aff_c?offer_id=163&aff_id=1016
The Easiest Way To Save Money On Your Most Expensive Purchase Interest rates are at a 20 year low now!! You can easily lower your monthly mortgage payment by refinancing to a lower interest rate. Richard Shuben has been a mortgage broker for over 16 years and is also an attorney. He will find the best rate for you, and may even get you a loan that costs you NOTHING! Richard can help you with all your legal needs too. Go to someone that is looking out for your best interest, not the banks. Richard services all areas of California. Call 818-883-9473.
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World-renowned orthopedic surgeon and sports specialist Dr. Neil Ghodadra has joined the Southern California Orthopedic Institute While in Chicago, Dr. Ghodadra was a team physician for the Chicago Bulls (NBA) and Chicago White Sox (MLB). His unique background includes expertise in cartilage restoration of the knee and joint preserving surgery, as well as treatment of complex shoulder conditions, ranging from shoulder instability and rotator cuff repair surgery to shoulder replacement surgery. He has over 135 published articles, book chapters and international presentations of his work. He will be happy to provide consultations and answer any questions. Call 678-596-1344 or email ghodadra.neil@gmail.com for any injury issues or training advice for young athletes.
STYLISH KIDS PHOTOGRAPHY Sharon is currently the photo editor of Los Angeles Magazine and also has a successful KIDS photography for the hip LA Moms that are looking for editorial looking images, rather than the boring studio- factory photos that everyone has by the same two studios. She has been featured in Daily Candy Kids, The Nate Berkus Show, CityBaby LA Book, Gurumommy and Lilaguide. Sharon is offering a special right now for new clients until Nov 5th. For $400 you will have an excellent quality shoot of your kids (up to three) and you’ll be able to keep the digital files! There is a small additional charge for adults if you want to do a family photo.
Are you ready to update your home but don’t know where to begin? Contact TKO Designs, Interior Design by Terri K. Opell. Many have a vision of an ideal home, but for reasons of time, budget, or know-how aren’t able to realize that vision. As a trained professional, Terri can help you pull your ideas together and create a cohesive design that beautifully reflects your personal style. First consultation is completely free as we get to know each other and decide what works best for you. Choose from a range of services, including space planning; color, furnishings and materials selections; project management (working with your contractors to ensure design is implemented to your satisfaction). Many references available including satisfied Jen’s list clients. Email tkodsgns@sbcglobal.net
ANgel Haven Ranch & Rescue – Animals for Adoption
Drawing Together! Children and adults come and express your creative vision! Drawing Together is an internationally acclaimed arts program for children and adults, based on the drawing methods developed over 25 years ago by artist and author Mona Brookes called the Monart® method. These methods were developed around the premise that drawing is a teachable subject, much like learning to read or write. Anyone can learn to draw through Mona’s progressive drawing curriculum.
Temple Ner Maarav Religious School Do you want your 8-10 year old child to enjoy a Jewish education on Wednesday afternoons? TNM Religious School is under new leadership and offering reasonably priced and quality education classes. 8-10 year olds meet on Wednesdays from 4-6pm with once-a-month Friday evening and Saturday morning educational services. Youth Group and Community Service programs are also available for the children. Temple Ner Maarav is offering a quality education, taught by a Ph.D. in Education, for a bargain rate of $100 per month total cost. Call 818-344-7838 or email Doc@KidsLA.com.
5 Messy Problems & Easy Solutions For A Better Organized Life
Getting and Taking Your Life Back Group Coaching 8 Monday’s – Sept. 19th from 10:30am-12pm or 8 Tuesday’s – Sept. 20th from 7:30pm-9:00pm Are you frustrated with your life? Are you living the life you want? Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired of your life not working? IN THIS LIFE CHANGING WORKSHOP YOU WILL LEARN: Learn to Go Beyond Your Limited Expectations. Learn to Achieve Your Highest Goals. Declare What You Really Want. Get in tune with Your Inner Self. Jump Start and Design the Life You Want. Eliminate the thoughts that limit you. Use the 5 keys that unlock your potential. 818-585-5262
The No Excuses Gluten Free Cookbook Perfect FALL and HARVEST RECIPES for the KIDS! This is a wonderful gluten-free cookbook written by sisters Sarah and Rachel Felong. After years of suffering from Celiac and Gluten-Intolerance, they worked to come up with the perfect gluten-free recipes to replace the foods from their childhood! These recipes are easy to use and the results are fantastic. Make pumpkin pie, pizza, quiche, bouche de noel, chocolate chip cookies, and more! No gluten-free family member should be deprived of delicious baked goods during the holidays! http://noexcusesglutenfreecookbook.com
Temple Beth Emet, Burbank’s “Temple with a Heart” Open House and Religious school enrollment! Sunday, September 11th from 9am-12noon This progressive temple is currently welcoming new members to its congregation and flourishing religious school. Food will be served! Membership and religious school costs are very affordable. No one will be turned away due to financial hardship. Jen’s list member, Stefanie Kahn highly recommends this very genuine and loving community. Plus her son loves that religious school meets only once a week!
Are your medical insurance rates skyrocketing out of control?? Do you feel like you never hit your deductible, yet you pay month after month? Is your COBRA running out? Jeremy Licht is a medical insurance expert and has helped thousands of people find the plan that fits both their needs and their budget. Let him do the same for you. He works with all the major companies and knows their plans inside and out. Call 818-762-5947 or email jeremy@jlcapitalmanagement.com. All information is kept strictly personal and confidential.
Casting Families for America’s Supernanny Are you at your wits end with your children? Could you use the help of a child expert? Shed Media is relaunching the hit television show, Supernanny, with a new homegrown American nanny. We are currently casting families with 2 or more children who are in need of the Supernanny’s help and expertise. Apply Online at www.shedmediaus.com.
Family Yoga at YogaWorks Sunday, September 11th from 10:00-11:00 This class welcomes all ages and promotes family togetherness. Individual, partner and group poses, simple breathing techniques and creative movement make this a fun and active time for everyone. Family Yoga is taught by Certified Yoga Instructor, Julie Markovitz RYT. It is free for YogaWorks members and $8.00 for non-members. For more info, contact Julie at 818. 421.7779 or www.danceyoga.com. Tarzana Yoga Works 18700 Ventura Blvd. Suite 210
TENNIS LESSONS Carrie is a former Division I college tennis player and former Assistant Women’s Tennis Coach at Harvard University. She enjoys working with all ages and levels, especially juniors. Lessons or hitting partner. Available on the West side. Call 310-467-7705 or email cstett@gmail.com.
Want to make your special event even more SPECIAL? Entertain with a video slideshow! Bari will take your most treasured images, put them to music and transfer the completed photomontage to DVD. You will get a one of a kind DVD slideshow keepsake! It is perfect as a personalized photo gift or heirloom to pass on to future generations. Great for: Graduation parties or gifts New babies Weddings/Engagement Parties Anniversaries Bar/Bat Mitzvahs Birthdays Team Sports Visit www.slideshowsbybari.com for prices and info!
Alterations/Seamstress Lead Referred by lpony49106@aol.com “I have the most fabulous seamstress and wanted to pass it along if anyone was looking for someone great. Her name is Maggie and she is located in Studio City at 12409 Ventura Ct. Studio City 91604. Her number is 818.760.7744. I had this great black dress that was just all wrong on me. Maggie literally took it apart and altered it to my body beautifully. This project was huge and so difficult; I can’t believe she did and so seamlessly! It was amazing. I highly, highly recommend her!”
New on DVD Castle Farm Volume 1 & Volume 2 Like a child’s drawing brought to life, Castle Farm is a gentle series from England full of color and colorful characters. Join Farm Girl, Piggy, Leonard, Farmer and all the barnyard animals as they solve mysteries, fix things, get chores done, play games and learn lessons about friendship, responsibility and having fun. Each vignette is filled with its own tiny adventure that will engage youngsters again and again. AND Happy Valley Volume 1 & Volume 2 Happy Valley, a charming series also from England, is set in a beautiful countryside by the sea. Using traditional and contemporary nursery rhymes and songs, each episode tells a story about the children who live in the valley as they learn about the world around them. Whether taking a school trip, visiting grandparents, or a simple walk in nature, the tales are endearing and captivating and appeal to even the youngest of viewers. AND Thomas & Friends: Day of the Diesels It’s a face off in this action-packed movie adventure! When a fire breaks out on the Island of Sodor, two new firefighting engines – Flynn and Belle – join Thomas and Percy to save the day! When Thomas starts spending all his time with Sodor’s newest heroes, Percy is left feeling alone. Diesel sees this and invites Percy to the Dieselworks, where Percy is made to feel special by none other than the master of mischief Diesel 10! But Percy doesn’t know that he is part of Diesel 10’s master plan to take over the Sodor Steamworks. Can Percy lead the Steam Team to reclaim the Steamworks or will the Diesels make it their new home?
A Parent’s Guide to Alternative Treatments for a Child with Autism
Cooking Classes for Adults Katie’s Cooking School has joined forces with Debby Pearlman and Lisa Dick to make their exciting cooking classes available to a wider audience. Debby and Lisa will present a series of eight (8) classes, each a complete meal. The classes will be held every Wed. at 10 am, beginning Sept. 14th and every Sunday at 5 pm, beginning Sept 25th. They’ll focus on preparing meals that are simple, healthy, family friendly and delicious. For information or to register call 818-377-6200, 818-535-4928 or email jeff@katiecookingschool.com. Mention Jen’s List for an additional $25 discount on purchase of the full series.
Friendly Landscaping/Lawn Service Bee Green Gardening Co., owned by young college student, Nick Risher, is able to do anything you need at a reasonable price. 818-645-4826
Valley West Actors Space – Fall Acting Classes Starting in Woodland Hills! Professional Acting Classes for Kids, Teens and Adults are starting at Valley West Actors Space in Woodland Hills. Founded by respected coach Sara Wood, Valley West Actors Space offers classes, private coaching, video auditioning and workshops for the beginner up to the seasoned pro. For more info or to enroll, visit www.valleyactors.com, email valleyactors@gmail.com or call 818.222.7484.
Where Dogs Are Treated Like Part of the Family Cage free environment In business 20 years. Reasonable and long term discount rates available. TLC, dog walks, secure home and yard with both kids and dogs to play with. Access to a 24 hour veterinarian. Call Susan at (818) 773-8378.
Traveling Notary Can Help With Any Documents Accurate, reasonable and punctual. Licensed, experienced and available. Call Michael at (818) 773-8378.
Back to school Special from Mothers Helping Hand meal services Back to school means back to crazy mealtime planning. Mothers Helping Hand meal service is here to make your life easier and we’re offering 15% off your first week’s order! Delicious meals for the whole family without you having to grocery shop, cook or clean up. Imagine the time you’ll save!! Email vmbathfield@earthlink.net and mention Jen’s list.
Designer Denim Parties! Purchase the same exact brand and products selling in Premium Boutiques for literally half the price. Marc Allison Jeans have sold in Fred Segal, Lisa Kline, Theory and Premium Boutiques worldwide at $175 to $195 a pair. Every pair of our jeans is made with Supima Cotton, which is the finest cotton in the world. This premium fabric with x-fit technology allows the jeans to stretch in both the length and width, so Marc Allison Jeans feel great and they look great all day long. Every pair is designed, produced and washed in Los Angeles. Host a Designer Denim Party for your friends and see how fun and rewarding it can be. Contact info@marcallisonjeans.com to find out more.
The anchoring effect
Read to your favorite child even if they are thousands of miles away! Storytelling is so important in connecting to children. Be There Bedtime Stories is an amazing new website offering webcam storytelling. Read a story to the child in your life that they can watch over and over. Check out my book, Kiko The Hawaiian Wave on their website! http://www.betherebedtimestories.com/book.aspx?bookID=137
Several positions available for part time sales help (starting now!), holiday sales help and full time Assistant Manager Fun, energetic fashionable store in the Century City mall that sells handbags, jewelry and accessories. Part time hours are flexible and can work around your kid’s schedules. Perfect for someone who wants to work only one day or five. Email dzinespace@roadrunner.com for more information.
Thai cooking class at COOK LA Thur., Sept.29th at 6:45pm Hot and spicy with inspiration from the tropics Thai food is within reach for any home cook with a little bit of culinary curiosity. Learn to balance spicy, sweet, sour, salty and bitter harmoniously which is a hallmark of Thai cuisine food. After this class, you will love to cook with exotic flavors and fresh ingredients creating marinades and Thai curry pastes to start. What’s on the Menu: http://www.cooklaonline.com/classes/details/terrific-thai/
Have any of you taken your children to Dr. Edward Dove, a Pediatric dentist with locations in Chatsworth, Bakersfield, Lancaster and Fresno? If so, email brookecg1@yahoo.com |
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