Mommy & Me Special Event Mommy and Me Yoga Classes and 50% off Stroller & Car Seat Cleaning Thursday October 27th 11:00-11:45 1:00-1:45 Come have your car seat or stroller professionally cleaned while you enjoy a Mommy & Me Yoga class, hear expert parenting tips and browse the curates selection of top quality books and toys. Call The UCLA Family Commons at 310-395-5650 for details and to book your class today! Space is limited. Reservations required. The UCLA Family Commons 1221 2nd Street Santa Monica CA 90401
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history National Golf Day National Frappe Day World habitat day Toot your flute day http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=176
Parents Education League of Los AngelesFree LA Preschool Fair with 70+ School & Admission Directors Back by Popular Demand ~ LA Preschool Fair hosted by PEL. This Fall, meet and greet with 70+ Preschool & Admissions Directors on October 11th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Turning Point School in Culver City. This event is free with pre-registration at www.parentseducationleague.org. Schools attending are listed on website. Space is limited & no strollers, please. The Parents Education League provides current, comprehensive and objective information about schools and education in LA.
$10 for $20 at PulpFactory.com. Whether it’s a long awaited pregnancy, the first year of a child’s life, or engagement and a wedding, the products from PulpFactory.com help you commemorate life’s most important moments through unique calendars, notepads and stickies. Each calendar is tailored to help you keep track of every moment from beginning to end. It fills in, when a regular day planner just won’t do. Keep it forever and look back on dates, events and all, just like it was yesterday. Today’s deal is good for $20 worth of PulpFactory.com products for just $10. Great as a gift or for yourself! http://o.familyfinds.com/aff_c?offer_id=205&aff_id=1016
Custom Drapery that Sizzles!
What Actress Amy Brenneman Has To Say About Sam & Company: “The problem with calling 911 when your computer goes down is there really ARE slightly more life threatening circumstances for fire and law enforcement to deal with. Short of ringing them, we call Sam. Honestly, he’s more responsive – and a lot more fun. For turning our cold silver tech boxes into true creative playgrounds, he’s simply the Man.” ~Amy Brenneman (actress, producer, writer) and Brad Silberling (director, writer, producer). Hot new iphone 5 announcement from Apple today! iPhone 5, iOS 5 & iCloud. Make sure you’re informed and your Macs are ready for these game-changing technologies. Check the Sam & Company website for everything you need to know. 818-222-2101
Furniture Restoration and Rehab David Byrnes specializes in the restoration of vintage pieces – refinishing, rebuilding, staining, stripping, painting, and some upholstery. What started out as collecting and restoring family heirlooms led to his own furniture restoration business. Check out the new life and aesthetic he has given to sofas, dressers, desks, doors, lamps, lighting fixtures, furniture, appliances, and more. You can see samples of his work (and a few tutorials!) at http://rehabtreasures.blogspot.com. Other photos of furniture are available upon request. He can also do local pick-ups and deliveries. Call David with questions or quotes at 323-301-0032.
Zam Fest: A “Culture-Fusion” Festival for Kids Saturday, October 15th from 10am-5pm Marina Green Park in Long Beach A mash-up day of fun, (sub-)cultures, music, dance, art, and adventure Taiko Project · The Christopher Brothers · Beyondancing · AJ & the Flip Flops · Beast Mode Crew · Knockstudy DJ scratch · REcreate Art · EuroZip Line · Human Hamster Balls · Food Trucks · and more Proceeds also help benefit www.CreateNow.org Inspire. Engage. Experience.
Does your Jr. Chef fancy him/herself a baker?
Cross Training Personal Trainer Has Openings If you have ever thought about having a personal trainer now is the time to get started with Kellie Blackburn. Kellie has more than 15 years of experience and will give you a great full body, cross training workout, every time. Everyone changes their shape with Kellie. Workouts include resistance training, cardio drills, boxing, and mat Pilates. Contact Kellie today for a great Jen’s List rate at kellie@kelliefit.com or 310-436-5118.
Pregnancy Social & Meet the Doula What can a doula do for you…at aMothers Haven, Encino Thursday, Oct 13th at 7:30PM Come learn from our experienced doulas, postpartum doulas & lactation experts how they can help you during this special time in your lives. Topics to be covered: Insider tips from the field; what every expectant couple needs to know How to avoid perennial tears How to safely labor at home for longer 1st latch and top 10 early breastfeeding mistakes to avoid Couples psychology; from “We to Three” tips for an easier transition Post partum recovery
Taste of Encino – Free Sunday, October 9th from 10am-5pm Benefits area schools and community projects Variety of ethnic and American food Live Entertainment Rock climbing wall, Balloon slide, balloon bounce, etc Art show with hand crafted art Wellness Fair with Local hospital and area health practitioners Business & Home Expo Wineries and breweries and distilleries On Ventura Blvd. between Balboa Blvd. and Amestoy in Encino
Grow Beautiful Roses! Learn all of Laura Taylor’s secrets and tips for a spectacular rose garden! Saturday, October 15th from 10 -12 Laura Taylor will teach all of her tips and secrets so you can grow spectacular roses in your garden. She’s been growing for over 25 years and has gorgeous blooms almost all year. Grow in the ground or in pots! Cost for class is $40 – you’ll get a booklet of information and some of Laura’s “secret potion” to take home for your plants. Class address is in Woodland Hills and will be given upon registration. Sign up in advance. Email Laura@LauraTaylorAtHome.comor call 818.716.7130.
Moving to a new town with a new school for the kids?
Safe and Cared For. Nothing is More Important! CLASSIC NANNIES Provides Qualified, Experienced: .Newborn Specialists .Personal Assistants .Estate Managers .Tutors .Personal Chefs .Doulas Classic Nannies diligently screens all candidates. The professional staff lives locally providing affordable services. They have placed candidates to work with families and single parents. The nannies live-in and live-out on a full time or part time basis. All Jen’s List Moms and Dads get a special discount when mentioning this ad. 818-274-2300
14 tips to help children learn to handle their Angry Feelings http://nasdonline.org/document/1488/
1 Hour Massage AND Bodyworks Package for only $35.00 School is starting, the summer is ending. Sounds like a perfect time for a soothing massage! Located in West Hills, Vitality Lounge is dedicated to providing Health and wellness programs within our community. Treat yourself to the pampering you deserve, and take advantage of our complete Bodyworks Package all at a fantastic discount. When you call, mention Jen’s List and get an hour of blissful, stress relieving massage and a Bodyworks Package (complete Chiropractic Health Evaluation) for just $35.00.a savings of 80! To reserve your space, call 818-254-8543 and be sure to mention Jen’s List to secure your discount. First come first served. Offer expires on Oct. 16th.
Cabaret Fundraiser for Arts AT West Hollywood Elementary with Jennifer Garner, Mike O’Malley and more! Tuesday, October 18th at 7:30pm – doors open at 6:30pm for cocktails/dinner Jennifer Garner, Mike O’Malley, Rob Morrow, Rachael Harris and Vicki Lewis are among the stellar film, TV and comedy personalities to perform in a fun-filled evening of music and comedy, to support the arts at West Hollywood Elementary! Proceeds support year-round exposure and instruction in visual arts, music, dance and drama. The parent-run cabaret fundraiser will help the school battle the severe and continual LAUSD budget cuts. Key Club, Sunset Blvd. Tickets are $75.
Speech Therapist Derra Huxley, M.A., a CA state licensed speech pathologist in the S.F. Valley, is highly experienced in working with children with articulation difficulties. She is a mother of 2, loves children, and makes therapy fun. Derra teaches parents how to help work with their child at home to maximize what they learn from therapy sessions with her. Derra also has an Accent Reduction business for fluent English speaking foreign born individuals who wish to improve their pronunciation. 818-385-1716
West Valley Children and Family Theater Live Children’s Show “King of the Ice Cream Mountain” Saturdays from October 8th at 1:00pm, October 15th and 22nd at 10:00am and 1:00pm West Valley Playhouse Children and Family Theater presents “King of the Ice Cream Mountain” at the West Valley Playhouse, 7242 Owensmouth Ave., Canoga Park, CA 91303. Wonderful live children’s show for kids from 3-11yrs. 45 minute production with meet and greet of the characters afterwards. Fun time for kids and their parents! $8.00 KIDS/$12.00 ADULTS Box office: 818 884-1907 (leave msg for tix) Also on Facebook under West Valley Children’s Theater or King of the Ice Cream Mountain
Get Ready for Labor Birthing Classes at A Mother’s Haven in November Supported Birth classes are 4 weeks long starting November 8th from 7-10pm at A Mother’s Haven in Encino. To sign up, call A Mother’s Haven at 818-380-3111. To learn more about the class, email the instructor, Lauren Ryan, at laurensbirthclass@yahoo.com or check out www.supportedbirthclass.com. Couples will come out of class feeling empowered and positive about birth and that there is “no one right” way or method for giving birth.
Holiday Mini-Sessions: Heirloom family portraits at a low price makes them affordable gifts and keepsakes for everyone! https://picasaweb.google.com/classicstoriesphoto/
Dream Kitchen or Bathroom one click away Are you ready for a new kitchen but don’t know where to start? Let DKM Design Studio bring your vision to reality! We work with all design genres. Initial Consultation is FREE! Call today for an appointment. 323-638-4751. Email inquiries to Debbie at debbie@dkmdesignstudio.com
All New AMERICA’S SUPERNANNY is looking for families in the Southern California area who need a little help from our parenting expert! If you or someone you know could use the help of SuperNanny, email your names, ages, contact information and a picture of your family to SuperNanny@ShedMediaUS.com.
“Let’s Talk” A two part series about Communication between Parents and their Older Children Oct. 26th & Nov. 9th or Nov. 30th & Dec. 7th from 7-8pm You will be talking about subjects that are “too hot” to talk about and how to handle those “taboo” subjects. In most conversations there are ‘hidden messages.’ They will help you reveal those messages. You will become aware of how words, phrases and messages can affect relationships between child and parent. You will see how communication can strengthen relationships. The Village at Northridge 9222 Corbin Ave. in Northridge – parking in the back Cost: $16 for the series for Center members and *Affiliates; $22 for Non-members; Call to Register. Leader: Sylvia Brown, Marriage and Family Therapist
Healthy, Fast, Convenient, and Affordable Weight Loss for Life Program with Free Health Coach! Take Shape For Life (TSFL), and the free health coaching from Taryn, seems like it’s too good to be true, but it truly is the easiest, quickest, most affordable way to rapidly lose weight and keep it off! TSFL has been used and researched by Johns Hopkins University for 8 years and is proven to be safe and effective! With all of the time and money you’ve probably spent on diets that didn’t work you owe it to yourself and anyone you care about to at least talk to Taryn and learn more about TSFL.
Former High School Basketball Coach Available for Private, Personalized One-on-One Basketball Training Sessions
Need help with your Spanish class? Interested in learning Spanish? Stephanie is an experienced Spanish Teacher who has been teaching all ages 3 to adult for 13 years. She currently teaches Spanish to grades K – 8th and has been at the same school for 10 years. Whether your goal is to learn Spanish or help with your current class, Stephanie will help you to achieve your goal. Both adults and children can sign up and Stephanie will come to your home for a one on one session. Schedule your lesson now. Email Stephanie at hopesimon@hotmail.com.
Jungleland October Events! Have a Birthday Party or any Celebration on Oct. 8th, 9th or 29th for Only $150.00! This is for a 2 hour space rental. Parents Night Out is on Oct. 14th & 28th from 5-9pm for 1 year on up. Just $25.00 for 1 child & $40.00 for 2. They provide pizza, water, face paint, games and a movie. Halloween Party – Friday, Oct. 21st from 10am-2pm Come for fun, games & food and Pay just Regular Admission prices. Admission special for Jen’s List members is $6.00!
ESTATE SALE IN SANTA MONICA Thurs. & Fri., Oct 6th & 7th from 9am-3pm This estate sale has everything from model cars to a 1973 Corvette and a Honda Scooter. Everything is in great condition and ready to grab at a steal. Come check it out and see what deals you can score. Check link for pictures and more info: http://www.estatesales.net/estate-sales/216171.aspx
You Leave Them, They Love Them Happy Kidz Family DayCare: You Leave Them, They Love Them. Accepting children ages 12 months to 5 years. Small licensed family day care with a preschool curriculum. Open Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with occasional nights and weekends as well as Parents Nights Out. Available for full or part-time and drop-in care. Reasonable rates. Call (818)694-4182 or (818)457-4998 or email rachelshappykidz@yahoo.com for pricing.
Wonders of Watercolor Halloween Themed Workshop Saturday, October 22nd from 1-3pm Viridian Art Academy is hosting a 1 day watercolor workshop for ages 7 and up, $30 including all materials. Students will learn various tips and tricks to create beautiful and spooky Halloween-themed watercolor paintings from start to finish. To reserve a spot, call 818-774-0775 or visit www.viridianartacademy.com.
Masters Art – Featured in Imagination Gallery Mid-December 2011-mid-March 2012 This installation features works of art-all of which are now in the Autry’spermanent collection-that have received Purchase Awards from previousMasters of the American West exhibitions.
Green Polka Dot Box New online store launching Oct. 17th. GPDB sells brand name organic and Non-GMO food and by becoming a member you will have the opportunity to save up to 60% off retail prices. The GPDB is a membership organization much like Costco. For a $50 one year free membership before October 9th, visit www.greenpolkadotbox.com/invite/8358.If you have any questions, email Pauline Bosco at luckybosco.pb@gmail.com.
Family and Education Advocate Pro Family Advocate is a service designed to empower and encourage family wellness, through advocacy, education and linkage to family centered services. We specialize in Education Advocacy, Knowledge Based Parenting, Child-Centerd Divorce Mediation, Non Medical in Home Senior Services, Elder Home Care and Senior Caregiver placement and Nutrition Counseling. Your first consultation is free. All work thereafter is done by telephone, email or in home whichever is most convenient for you.
Attention Oak Park Moms of Kids Entering Kindergarten Fall 2012 Playgroup forming now for kids who will enter kindergarten at Oak Hills elementary in the fall of 2012. Get-togethers throughout this year for kids and their moms so that our kids will begin kindergarten more confident, already knowing their classmates before the first day of school. Nice for the moms too! Email Lisa at lisaems@earthlink.net.
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