Everything You Need To Know About Fertility November 30th at 7:00pm Presented by The Center for Fertility and Gynecology A free public lecture to promote reproductive health & fertility education. Topics to be covered include: -The Biological Clock -Causes of Decreased Fertility -Natural & Medical Fertility Treatments -Preserving Fertility for the Future -Question and answer session with fertility specialists Nurit Winkler M.D. & Marc Kalan M.D. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Foundation – Roosevelt Room 40 Presidential Drive, Ste 200 in Simi Valley, 93065 Appetizers will be served. For Questions & to RSVP, call (818)881-9800. Views & opinions expressed by CFG are not necessarily shared by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Foundation.
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history Mickey Mouse Birthday http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=229
Moms-PAMPER YOURSELF at Pamper & Play! Located on L.A.’s Westside, Pamper & Play is a clean, safe indoor play and class studio with a twist-they supervise your children so that you can relax! The parent lounge has comfy seating, complimentary coffee, reading materials and WIFI so you can get in a little “me” time. The friendly and professional staff will entertain your kids while you take a break. Plus, they offer drop off play care, classes and party packages. For more info, email info@pamperplay.com or call 310-441-0797.
Bellacures Nail Salon Nails Down a Location in the Valley The newest addition to the chain of LA’s best nail salon: STUDIO CITY! With cleanliness and ambiance as a top priority, the Bellacures staff gives impeccable service. ‘Like’ Bellacures on Facebook for a special discount($15 off)! 13033 Ventura Blvd. in Studio City 818.921.7771
The American Youth Flag Football league (AYFFL) is registering for its 10th consecutive season of year round flag football. The winter 2012 season will be the biggest yet. Kids aged 4-15, beginners to advanced are welcomed. Registration is only $149.00 until midnight on November 20th. Games are on Sunday’s January 8th to March 4th. Sign up as a free agent or bring an entire team of 10 players. The AYFFL uses a 7 on 7 blocking format. You can register online at www.ayffl.com or register in person THIS SUNDAY, November 20th from 9am-5pm at A.E. Wright Middle School in Calabasas (located at 4029 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, CA 91302). If you have any questions, contact Mike Petrullo at 818-605-3679 or mpetrullo@ayffl.com.
Aesthetic Nurse Wanted Upscale medical day spa in Calabasas is looking for a registered nurse/nurse practitioner/physician assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in injectables including: Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, Restylane, and Radiesse. Additionally, have experience in performing laser procedures such as: laser hair removal, IPL, Titan and leg vein procedures. Competitive pay & bonuses and a great work environment. Forward your resume to tim@launastonemedspa.com.
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Ilan Ramon Day School (formerly Heschel West)Family Science Discovery Day Sunday, Dec 4th from 10am-12pm Come see what the school has to offer and spend a fun morning having hands-on fun with your family! 10:00-10:30am science activities 10:30-11:30am parents will be directed to a faculty panel to discuss integrating subjects in elementary school education. Students will be divided into groups and participate in different science hands-on projects such as: Creating a harmonica, rain stick, balancing clown and there might be more hands-on projects depending on the turn out. Children 4 and under will be brought to the ECC to participate in science inspired centers. 11:30am food trucks arrive
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Thanksgiving Holiday Flowers, Plants and Orchids Thurs. & Fri, Nov. 19th and 20th from 9am-4pm Hayley Phillips is an experienced floral designer in West hills & will be selling flowers, orchids etc. at the shack outside the Hidden Chateau on Sherman Way in West Hills. Lovely and fresh. Delivery available for any occasion – Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Special Events too.
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Teen Summit – Town Hall- Calabasas Country Club Meet with renowned Psychologist Dr Mike Dow from TLC Friday November 18th at 7pm Come hang out in a relaxed environment to talk about suicide, addiction, and alcohol. Dr. Mike Dow is a cool teen therapist who will be there answer your questions about the recent deaths and suicides in the community. He is on the TLC show “Freaky Eaters” and he is one of Dr. Drew’s Lifechangers. At the end of the event a raffle will be held. Prizes include tickets the Dancing with Stars Finale and The GRAND PRIZE is a VIP Visit to Fox NFL Sunday. http://www.toacorn.com/news/2011-11-17/
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Salonen conducts Shostakovich’s Orango Dec. 2nd-4th at Walt Disney Concert Hall Dec. 2nd & 3rd at 8pm and Dec. 4th at 2pm Esa-Pekka Salonen, conductor Peter Sellars, director Los Angeles Master Chorale, Grant Gershon, music director Orango is an unfinished satirical opera by Shostakovich, sketched while he was writing Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District. The LA Phil takes great pride in presenting the world premiere of this lost work, newly orchestrated by English composer Gerard McBurney. Visit http://www.laphil.com/tickets/program-detail.
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FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY HOLIDAY SPECIAL Photographer specializing in photography of families, children and individuals taken in settings with natural light offering a holiday special: $125 includes a 2-hour session at the location of your choice as well as all images delivered to you either on CD or via the photo-sharing site of your choice. Call Suzanne at 310-266-1256 or email farwellsue@yahoo.com to book an appointment now for your best family holiday photos ever at the best rates around! http://web.me.com/suzannefarwell/Site
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Multi Family Yard Sales Saturday, November 19th from 8am-12noon Studio City Neighborhood Garage Sale-Tools, antiques, electronics, furniture, clothing, household incidentals 4040 Shadyglade – many homes in a 8 block radius AND November 19th from 7am-1pm 555 El Lado Drive Multi- Family Garage Sale. Furniture, baby items, toys, clothing, playground (Little Tykes), electronics and much more. Don’t miss out AND Sunday, November 20th from 8:30am-1pm 4217 Poe avenue Woodland Hills Tamika From “From Scratch Designs” will be there. $10 $20 $30 Racks for brand new Fall Misha Lulu. Shabby Chic Armoires $150, other beautiful furniture, pretty Chandoliers $75, brand New Four Poster Girls Sahbby Chic White Gorgeous Bed $150. Don’t miss out. This will be the last time Tamika will be selling her items. There are other sellers selling their items as well. This is an annual yard sale. There are always return customers from past years so get there ASAP! Questions –email tamikawat@aol.com.
Have you found the right fundraiser yet or are you still looking for something new? Whether you’re a school, sports club or nonprofit organization, you’ve come to the right place! Fundraising is hard in this economy, so let conversationpieces help you raise money with their fun product line that has something for everyone. They have 24 categories of conversation starters and kids’ notes that are sure to get the conversation started. At $3.00 profit per unit, you’ll be glad you did. Contact them today at info@cpieces.com or visit www.cpieces.com and see what they can do for you.
MD Moms Silky Smooth Baby Gift Set These essentials keep both mom and baby silky smooth with double-duty products. The gift set includes Daily Skin Protection Moisturizing Balm, Soothing Bottom Relief Diaper Rash Cream and Delicate Skin Comfort Silky Liquid Powder. All items come in a reusable keepsake box, $58. http://www.mdmoms.com/Products.php?CID=6
Ready for Love and Logic?? Early childhood parenting made fun! Had enough of the power struggles? The endless warnings? Ready to take the mayhem out of the mornings! Love allows children to grow through their mistakes. Logic allows children to live with the consequences of their choices. Join me for five, 2-hour sessions and learn how parenting can be fun & rewarding. With humor, compassion, common sense and delightful clarity. New classes are starting soon. If you mention Jen’s List you will receive a 10% discount. Email jeanneloveandlogic@gmail.com.
Lille Everyday Luxury Blanket & Hooded Towel Bebe au Lait ‘s newest juvenile products line, Lille, has all the essentials for growing children. Hooded Towels ($40) and Everyday Luxury Blankets ($45) come in six colorful, modern, juvenile prints. http://shop.bebeaulait.com/introducing-lille
Dr. Brown’s All bottles are BPA free and use Dr. Brown’s signature two-piece internal vent system which helps preserve vitamins C, A & E and lipids. The vacuum-free bottles feel more like breastfeeding and may reduce colic, spit-up, burping and gas. http://www.handi-craft.com/bottles/faq/ and Designed to Nourish Food Line: Through partnerships with nutritionists and moms, Dr. Browns has developed a complete solid food system that includes kid-friendly and thoughtfully portioned plates, training cups, bowls and blenders. The line includes healthy food prep and storage easy for both mom and baby. http://www.handi-craft.com/solid-feeding.
Kosher Pizza Located in Reseda and North Hollywood, Brami’s Kosher Pizza is one of the highest rated pizzerias in the area. They are certified Kosher by the R.C.C (Rabinnical Council of California) and promise you only the best food and service.All dairy products are Chalav Israel and only Yoshan flour is used. Print this page or mention Jen’s List and recieve 10% off your entire order. http://www.bramispizza.com/?ref=nf
Cutting edge resources are now available for new and expectant parents! Building connection and fulfillment with your new addition(s) has never been facilitated like this before. Adapting to the challenges and changes brought upon by recent family expansion can be difficult. Do you feel overwhelmed or uncertain? Contact Adit Dan, Psy.D to begin exploring paths that lead to fulfilling and rewarding parenting, and overall wellness. Dr. Dan specializes in working with individual adults, expectant and new parents, as well as children and adolescents. Dr. Dan also conducts adolescent and parenting groups. Call 818.618.1382 for more info. Psychological Assistant | PSB 35084 20969 Ventura Blvd., Suite 202 in Woodland Hills, 91364 Supervisor: Lee-Anne Gray, Psy.D. | PSY19540
Enjoy family dinners together and get back your family time without all the work or the decisions Don’t stress over how to feed your family a delicious healthy dinner every night! Gail Karpus will come to your home in the morning and prepare healthy and welcomed foods for you and your family. She creates the menu, shop for the groceries, make the meals and clean up. Dinners will be ready and waiting with the table set (even feed the dog). Calabasas only. Reasonable, Reliable, References. Call 310-738-0494 or email gailkarpus@yahoo.com.
Simplisse Gia Angled Breastfeeding Pillow This 100% cotton pillow is designed for both mom and baby’s comfort. Placing baby laying or seated against the angled pillow helps with digestion and gives mom’s hands a much needed break, $40. Simplisse is also donating $5 from each pillow purchased through the end of the year to charity. http://www.simplisse.com/gia-angled-breastfeeding-pillow/
YOU COULD BE IN A BOOK WITH CELEBRITY DOG LOVERS “A Letter to My Dog” is collecting letters from dog owners around the world and they want YOU to join in the fun! Tony Bennett, Kristin Chenoweth, Joss Stone, Michael Vartan, Mariel Hemingway and Robin Roberts are just a few of the celebrities who have joined our project. And now it’s your turn. Our dogs wear their hearts on their sleeves and teach us how to love. This is your chance to give something back. If you adore your dog, post a photo and letter here: www.alettertomydog.com. Exceptional letters and their canine recipients will be contacted and photographed for the book. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Humane Society. Letters and photos must be submitted online by December 1st. Have fun and share the love.
Best Gift for the Holidays For all of those who love playing with Lego, here is something new and exciting. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DHZwSOVKBY
The National Kidney Foundation is seeking donations for their silent and live auction Held at Sherwood Country Club on Dec.12th. Gift certificates for goods, services, and experiences are greatly appreciated. The fundraising golf event is geared toward men in their 30s-50s. Contact Dena at denafeingold@yahoo.com with questions or to donate.
Interactive Workshop on Understanding and Addressing Cyberbullying Wednesday, December 7that 7:00 pm Congregation Or Ami’s Center for Jewish Parenting will present an interactive workshop for parents and teens (grade 7 and older) entitled “Understanding and Addressing Cyberbullying: What Families Don’t Know WILL kill you”. Workshop will be led by 2 experts in the subject. RSVP to Joy Haines at joy@orami.org or call (818)880-4880. No charge to attend; free childcare w/advanced reservation.
Britax Advocate 70 CS Car Seat The Advocate 70 CS can be used in either a rear or forward facing position and can accommodate a child from birth to 70 pounds. Available in a new Zebra fashion just in time for the holidays, this car seat offers convenience and safety for families on the go. http://www.britaxusa.com/car-seats/advocate-70-cs
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Casting Pageant Moms Who Are Okay with Cosmetic Surgery for their Little Girls to Make Them Prettier The National Geographic Channel’s, Hit Documentary Series, “Taboo” is looking for a Pageant Mom who allows her little Pageant girl to get Cosmetic Surgery in order to make her even more beautiful. Call 310-413-2861 or email heddam@aol.com. AND Seeking captivating, fun and intriguing young women who are story tellers for the docu-series Connected Doron Ofir Casting is seeking female storytellers, diary keepers, social networkers, bloggers, journalists, internet celebs and writers who live in Southern California who have a point of view and the ability to share their unscripted life. The women must be at least 15-24 years old. Apply online using the digital application at www.mtvconnected.com. AND Looking for fans of DAYS OF OUR LIVES, FASHION POLICE, or REAL HOUSEWIVES for national commercial! NBC Universal and TURBO TAX are casting a national commercial, looking for NON-ACTORS who use Turbo Tax, and are fans of one or more of the following NBC Universal shows: Days Of Our Lives, Real Housewives, or Fashion Police. Looking for real users of Turbo Tax who have a strong, compelling story to tell about how the product has helped you. Ex: “Turbo Tax actually saved us from a foreclosure on our house”, “it helped me save money to pay for a wedding”, etc. Email amurphycasting@gmail.com. Ending Dec. 5th.
ABWA Heart of Business Expo Saturday, February 4, 2012 10am to 2 pm Networking, Shop with a dozen exhibitors, “Lunch with the Experts” in fields of marketing, social media and networking to be held at the Glendale Elks, 120 E. Colorado, Glendale.Cost: $22 Info: lynnws@mns.com. www.abwa-verdugoglen.org |
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