Wednesday October 12, 2011









DIVORCE DETOX™


The leader in divorce recovery, has helped many Jen’s List readers get through the pain and confusion of separation and divorce. The proven, proprietary programs are the fastest way to recover from divorce, guaranteed. Divorce Detox™ utilizes the most effective, empirically based treatments drawn from the fields of psychology, sociology, and the behavioral sciences. Divorce Detox™ provides symptom relief and relationship closure, while addressing the underlying pain and heartache of divorce, to insure long lasting divorce recovery. PPO Insurance Accepted.


www.divorcedetox.com


(888) 456-7056


 


 


Today in History


www.history.com/this-day-in-history


Cookbook Launch Day


Emergency Nurses Day


Old Farmer’s Day


Moment of Frustration Day


The very first Oktoberfest is held in Munich, Bavaria, Germany (1810)


Sukkot begins at sundown


National face your fears day


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=187


 


 


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.


www.zamfest.com


 


 


Great deal on toddler music classes in West LA


$60 for 6 class sessions PLUS a bonus introductory trial class at Toddle Tunes® ($120 Value). Over 1,000 enrolled parents can’t be wrong. Bring your tot into Toddle Tunes where they will laugh and play their way into the world of music education. Your voucher is good for 6 toddler class sessions for just $60, plus a free introductory class for a total of 7 classes. Or older children will love being able to play real instruments – drums, violins, pianos, guitars, you name it. It’s this type of exposure and accessibility that drive their future love for music. Toddle Tunes was voted LA’s #1 Kids music class by LA Magazine in 2008, and if you miss a class, not to worry. This place has one of the easiest make up policies around. Refer a friend and get another free class!


http://o.familyfinds.com/aff_c?offer_id=245&aff_id=1016


 


 


JKidLA.com – NEW: Reinvigorated, restored, revived, improved, refreshed, regenerated
It’s all of that AND… always current, easy to navigate and your best source of information about parent & me groups, preschools, private elementary, middle & high schools, resources for kids with special needs, day & sleep-away camps, Shabbat & holiday programs and FUN things for families to do in Jewish LA! For complimentary consultations, contact a JKidLA Concierge – Rachel Kaplan(Valley) at rkaplan@bjela.org or Debra Markovic(City) at dmarkovic@bjela.org.


 


CallMeCuffs-Kids Customized Id Wristbands


Desperate for an easy way to keep your kids safe while Trick or Treating on Halloween Night? Put a Spooky, Fun Halloween CallMeCuff id bracelet on them customized with your mobile phone number and allergies (if necessary), and have some peace of mind that if they do stray or wander off in the wrong direction, someone can call you immediately. CallMeCuffs are eco-friendly (no chemicals/toxins), soft, single-use kid id wristbands created with both safety and fun in mind.


“Terrific idea! A little more peace of mind for families with little ones…” ~Pattie Fitzgerald, Safety Educator.


www.callmecuffs.com


 


 


Nordstrom Topanga Cosmetic Department Fall Trend Show “Red Carpet Glamour”


Saturday, October 15th -Doors Open at 8am(Pre Show)-Show starts at 8:30am!


The show will highlight the newest makeup, skincare and fragrance must-haves. Industry experts will update you on the latest beauty trends and share their- secrets. Tickets are $15 and are redeemable towards your Cosmetics purchase of $15 or more on the day of the event*. Plus, receive a gift (Tote Bag) for attending the show, while the supply lasts. Plus, the team from Anastasia Beverly Hills, will be available for Eyebrow Consultations! Come learn how you can have the best brows ever! Call 818-884-7900 ext. 1410 to make your appointment and buy tickets for the Trend Show!


 


 


Would You Like to Grow Your Own Organic Vegetable Garden? Eden Condensed Can Help!


Eden Condensed specializes in small space garden design and installation, including organic kitchen gardens. They feature cedar raised bed gardens as well as the ‘City Salad / City Salsa’ garden raised garden which is perfect for patios and balconies. Have fun growing your own organic veggies, teaching your kids where food comes from and eating the best tasting produce ever! Contact Angela at angela@edencondensed.com for more details!


www.edencondensed.com


 


 


Fall Specials now available on Satellite Television, Security Camera and Home Automation Systems!


Special offers are now available for people looking for deals on new Satellite TV, Security Camera and Home Automation Setups! Whether you are looking for a new package or wish to save money on your current setup, they have a number of cost-effective options for you. Call Sherman Oaks Satellite at 818-455-4597 or email shermanoakssatellite@gmail.com to discuss further and get more information.


 


 


Halloween Party Psychic Readings


Kirrily Keayes has been doing healing work for the past 15years and is a 4th generation psychic. She specializes as a psychic medium, and tarot card reader. Her reputation is spreading among people looking for a unique addition to wine parties, holiday parties, and intimate gatherings. She has a long list of satisfied clients. Halloween is right around the corner. Book Kirrilly for your Halloween party, and get a unique fun experience with an authentic psychic. Your friends will love it!


www.thehealingorchid.com


 


 


My most favorite PLUMBER!


Even if you don’t need this info now, copy and save it for when you do! Call and mention Jen’s List for discount. Contact (818) 833 5649 or email Anjplumbing@gmail.com. TONS of happy Jens List members have used ANJ including myself!


www.anjplumbing.com


 


 


Sukkahs, Lulav and Etrog at great prices


Contact Rabbi Yankee at 818-605-2066.


 


 


Temple Judea’s Tot Shabbat


Saturday, October 15th at 9:30 am


“It’s Sukkot!” With Rabbi Dan Moskovitz and a Song Leader.


Challah, cookies and a fun Sukkot craft.


5429 Lindley Avenue in Tarzana, 91356


818.785.3800


www.TempleJudea.com 


 


 


What women can do to stop hair loss


http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/21991411/ns/today-today_health/


 


 


Custom Made Jewelry and Bookmarks- GREAT Holiday Presents!


The holidays are right around the corner- have you started your shopping? Designs by Victoria can help you with everyone on your list! Custom made jewelry, bookmarks, eyeglass holders, and even namebadge holders are available for very reasonable prices. Have a special mom or grandma in your life? How about a special mommy bracelet? Victoria also designs children’s and doll jewelry! Email victoria.vigil@yahoo.com.


https://www.facebook.com/pages/Designs-by-Victoria/148057098622524


 


 


2 Tickets to Train at Nokia Plaza & 1st Annual LA Food & Wine Festival


October 15th from 7-10 p.m.


2 tickets to LIVE on the Plaza featuring Train for $550 OBO (face value of $350 each, total $700 for the pair), selling due to scheduling conflict. 30 chefs and 200 wines will serve up delicious samples while TRAIN provides a rockin’ soundtrack with hits songs like “Drops of Jupiter”, “Meet Virginia”, and “Hey Soul Sister.” Check out www.lafw.com for more event info. Email doritzj@yahoo.com if interested.


 


 


Are you ready to update your home but don’t know where to begin?


Contact TKO Designs, Interior Design by Terri K. Opell.Many people have a vision of their 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. Choose from a range of services, including space planning; color, furnishings, and materials selections; project management. Email Terri at tkodsgns@sbcglobal.net


 


 


JNET:Business Networking Organization within the Jewish Community


Wednesday, October 26th from 6:30-9:00 PM


Nosh, Schmooze & Make Business Connections w/in the growing community of Jewish business people, professionals, trades people & corporate executives at non-profit JNET. JNET facilitates business relationships throughout LA & Ventura counties. Free for 1st meeting. $65 yearly dues include 2 holiday parties/mixers, free attendance at all branch meetings & opportunity to speak for 10 minutes once per year. For info, call Bill Garland at (805)494-4511 or email wgarland@regalsecurities.com.


www.jewishbusinessnetworking.org


 


 


Now on DVD for kids


Angelina Ballerina: Dancing on Ice


http://www.amazon.com/Dancing-Ice-Angelina-Ballerina/dp/B005DR64C8/ref=sr_1_1?s=movies-tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1318303432&sr=1-1


and


Scooby Doo Mystery Incorporated: Season 1 V.3


http://www.amazon.com/Scooby-Doo-Mystery-Incorporated-Season/dp/B0051SFTP2/ref=sr_1_1?s=movies-tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1318303492&sr=1-1

and
THOMAS & FRIENDS: MERRY CHRISTMAS, THOMAS!http://www.amazon.com/Merry-Christmas-Thomas-Friends/dp/B005DZ35UE/ref=sr_1_1?s=movies-tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1318347931&sr=1-1 andBARNEY: A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS – THE MOVIEhttp://www.amazon.com/Very-Merry-Christmas-Movie-Barney/dp/B005DR63SS/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1318347913&sr=8-1-fkmr1

 


Special Event Icon Professional family portrait sessions for the holidays


Professional photographer (and mom of 2) located in Westwood is offering discounted holiday portrait sessions! Prices are as follows and are based on IN-STUDIO photo sessions:


Families of 3 (2 adults one child): $150 Families of 4: $175 Add $25 for each additional person.


Couples: only $100. All shoots are approx. 1 hour. You will receive all high resolution pictures and photographer will beautifully retouch 3 favorites.


www.isabellamcneill.com


 


 


Calabasas Pumpkin Festival


Saturday & Sunday, October 15th & 16th from 10am 5pm


$5 ADMISSION PRICE INCLUDES:


. Inflatable Rides & Giant Slide. Live Bands. Contests. Reptile & Nature Shows. Youth Carnival Games. Business District & Fun Zone. Sunday Car Show


FOR PURCHASE AT SITE:


. Delicious food & beer. Jewelry & other craft items in the Marketplace . Children’s craft projects, balloons & face painting . Pumpkins, Pumpkin Treats & Halloween Items


At Juan Bautista de Anza Park


http://www.calabasaspumpkinfestival.com/info.htm


 


 


House/Pet Sitting


Julie is a reliable, caring and affordable sitter that pays attention to your home while understanding how precious your pets are to you. She has plenty of references, since she has worked in the most prestigious homes throughout the city. Call 818 718-8819 or email steinberg1@socal.rr.com.


 


 


Curtis School Faire – “CURTISVILLE”


October 16th from 11am-5pm


Fair of all fairs! Games, Go Karts & an auction with marvelous items! There is corn to be popped. There is ice to be shaved.


15871 Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles, 90049


 


Special Icon Free Intro Guitar Lesson


Find out how easy and fun it is to learn how to play the guitar…and why so many beginners look forward each week to their guitar lessons with Rick. No guitar? No problem. He’ll have one waiting for you. Email rick@rickarmand.com.1st lesson free!


www.rickarmand.com


 


 


Theatricum BOO-tanicum haunts Topanga


Friday, October 28th from 4pm-10pm


Wander Theatricum’s wooded grounds in the heart of rustic Topanga Canyon, where you’ll find a haunted house; ghost stories, pumpkin carving, game booths, and things that go bump in the night. Also, live music from Peter  Alsop, Many Distant Cities, the Matt Van Winkle Band and Tommy Santee Klaws-plus organic chicken and waffles from Bon Melange Catering. Beware of zombie thespians! Come on down… if you dare.


1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd. in Topanga, 90290


310-455-2322


www.theatricum.com


 


 


Water Whisperer Swim School: Maintain & Build Your Kid’s Swim Skills Year Round!


New Adult Aqua Zumba & Swim Bootcamp! When kids who just learned to swim don’t practice after summer, they often lose their skills & have to start over in Spring/Summer. This wastes your $ & time! They will continue to provide the swim & maintenance lessons (with 95% success rate for kids 3 & up swimming in 10 lessons but WW starts with babies at 6 mos) & offer OPEN SWIMS for all ages! $10 for up to 3 hours! Get yourself in shape with AQUA ZUMBA & SWIM BOOTCAMP! Lose weight all winter in our heated, saline pool! Great for new moms, parents, elderly people, & those with joint issues. Learn why The WW has many happy Jen’s List users. Call 818-259-1334 for info. See videos at www.thewaterwhisperer.com.


 


 


The Leah Milana Collection


Starts with the basics: ready to wear. Comfortable cotton dresses and tops created with a nod to the everyday woman – simple yet classically stylish.Leah’s signature silks, though currently only available at private events, promise to make a more permanent debut in future collections.


www.leahmilana.com


 


 


Cook LA Cooking School Upcoming Classes


Gourmet Vegetarian Cooking Class


Thursday, October 13th at 6:45pm


http://www.cooklaonline.com/classes/details/gourmet-vegetarian3/


AND


Knife Skills Cooking Class


Tuesday, October 18th at 6:45pm


http://www.cooklaonline.com/classes/details/more-knife-skills1/


AND


Girl’s Night Out Cooking Class


Friday, October 21st at 7pm


http://www.cooklaonline.com/classes/details/girls-night-out4/


AND


Havana Tropical Cooking Class


Saturday, October 22nd at 6:30pm


http://www.cooklaonline.com/classes/details/havana-tropical3/


AND


Japanese Finger Foods Cooking Class


Sunday, October 23rd at 6pm


http://www.cooklaonline.com/classes/details/japanese-finger-foods/


 


 


Auditions for The 2nd Annual Holiday Hams Talent Show


It will benefit Spotlight The Arts Foundation, and New Directions for Youth, 501(C)(3) non-profit corps. Auditions held by appt only 10/15 & 10/16 at the Calabasas Tennis And Swim Ctr. Show to take place on 12/3/11 in Calabasas. Auditioners should come prepared w/ pre-recorded music on cd or their own instruments. There will not be an accompanist. All types & ages of talent encouraged to audition. Email mgoldwater@spotlightthearts.org for appt.


www.spotlightthearts.org


 


 


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


 


 


Radio Disney brings “N.B.T.”(Next Big Thing) Concert Tour to Hollywood & Highland CTR


Oct. 15th from 1-5pm


All five Season 4 “N.B.T.” Artists will perform and Allstar Weekend will headline. Sponsored by Invisalign Teen, the FREE concert event will also include a special meet & greet with artists immediately following performances. Guests can also join Radio Disney AM 1110 Road Crew for family-friendly activities, interactive entertainment and visit the Invisalign Teen booth to play “Grin It To Win It” for prizes.


www.RadioDisney.com/LA


 


 


Adopting from another country?  With the possibility of the child harboring the hepatitis A virus, the Am. Acad. of Ped. and the CDC advise family members be vaccinated.
http://thechart.blogs.cnn.com/2011/09/26/new-member-of-the-family-you-may-need-a-new-vaccine/


 


 


The Organic Family Cookbook


This inspiring cookbook answers the call for healthy recipes for family-friendly organic meals — snacks, breakfasts, lunches, dinners, desserts, and extras. Sidebars and tips throughout promote green living — organic child- and family-specific gardening ideas and inspiration for community building and sustainable living. Recipes use easily obtainable ingredients from standard grocers, green markets, or the small family garden plot. Recipes are both wholesome and kid- and family-tested approved! Bonus recipes for favorite, everyday basics and delicious, seasonal treats. Tips and anecdotes throughout the book offer simple gardening, green living, and community-building ideas.


http://www.amazon.com/Organic-Family-Cookbook-Anni-Daulter/dp/1416206388


 


 


Tired? Out of balance? Need a deep relaxation? Ease physical & emotional pain?


Taly Bar is a Massage therapist and a healer who uses her intuition, wisdom and a variety healing methods to help you and your family renew and rejuvenate energy.


Check her glorious reviews atwww.stik.com/talybar.healing-bodywork. Mention Jen’s list and receive20% off for first visit.


818-4480552


 


 


Are you looking for additional income? Come by the ALTERNATIVE BUSINESS EXPO


Thursday, October 13th from 3-8 pm


Whether you are looking to earn money for the holidays, need additional income year round, or are looking for full or part time work then this free event is for you! Come and learn what other business ALTERNATIVES are out there for you or others.


Yolanda’s Mexican Café


590 E. Los Angeles Ave in Simi Valley, 93065


Hosted by AYS, “At Your Service”


For more information, call 805.766.5984.


www.AYSSuccess.com


 


 


EARN EXTRA$$ WHILE WORKING AROUND YOUR CHILDREN’S LIVES!


Dr. Katie Rodan & Dr. Kathy Fields creators of Proactiv Solution® ~ the world’s top selling acne brand ~ are doing it again with their new Anti-age skin care line Rodan + Fields Dermatologists. How do you fit in? This time the doctors are letting real people profit from using their new products & sharing the results BY PARTNERNING WITH THEM IN THEIR NEXT BIG THING! This is a ground floor opportunity in a 2.5 billion $ industry that can change your life. Can you imagine if you partnered with the doctors when they first demonstrated Proactiv® where you would be today? Reasons to consider joining Rodan + Fields *Flexible work schedule *Be your own boss *Work from home


818-268-3884