Wednesday December 7, 2011









Celebrating 800+ vehicle deliveries, DriveWise Auto helps many Jen’s List members, and with
rave reviews!


This Charity Driven company helps people buy & lease vehicles competitively, conveniently AND responsibly, and provides and unparalleled level of service. 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 $80k 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.


www.drivewiseauto.com


 


 


Today in History


National noodle ring day


National cotton candy day


Letter writing day


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=252


Thomas Edison shows off his new invention, the phonograph. 1877


International Civil Aviation Day


Pearl Harbor was bombed in a surprise Japanese attack. It marked the U.S. entry into WWII.(1941)


 


 


ValleyBestDeals.com Launches in the San Fernando Valley


ValleyBestDeals.com is a site that is dedicated to the San Fernando Valley residents and their communities. They help you save on practical and fun family-related items and activities. They also work very closely with local schools and non-profits in helping them raise funds. Today they are proud to announce their first daily deal: 50% OFF at Café 50’s in Sherman Oaks. Click on over to www.ValleyBestDeals.com to see the great deal today and to subscribe for all the incredible deals to come. If you would like to recommend a business, a non-profit, or a school to be featured with them, send an email to Community@ValleyBestDeals.com.


 


 


MyInfoGuardian – They Protect Your Privacy


You and your family are at risk from complete strangers. People search sites sell your personal information without your knowledge to anyone. Anyone can find out everything about your family online. Home address, children’s names/ages, financial wealth, home/mobile phone numbers and more. MyInfoGuardian shows you how many sites sell your information. When you subscribe, they remove your information and provide constant vigilance to keep your information off these and any new sites.


www.myinfoguardian.com


 


 


Best Deals on Hi-Tech Gifts at Sam & Company’s online store!


FREE SHIPPING over $25.


Holiday Special: 20% discount on tutoring – Mac/iPhone/iPad.


Sign up for their FREE newsletter at www.samandcompany.com.


Issue 10: HI-TECH HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS just out!


Too many Apple ID’s?


Confused by iCloud?


Sam & Company is your trusted source for everything Apple.


• Make all your devices work seamlessly together.


• Print your Holiday Mailing List – they can do it for you remotely!


• Setup the hot new iTUNES MATCH – music in the Cloud!


• Make awesome iPhoto books – easier than ever.


• Sync your calendars, contacts & bookmarks.


• Save 10 – 15% on all new Macs.


Sam & Company wishes you a very Happy Hi-Tech Holiday season!


For more info call 818-222-2101 or email info@samandcompany.com.


 


 


Great Holiday Gifts – Teacher Gifts – Anytime Gifts by Ilene


PERSONALIZED STATIONARY – Folded Notes-Flat Card- Perfect Pads for making Lists-Calendars-Napkins and Coasters. Take a look at www.embossedgraphics.com or call 818-981-7239. Ilene will be happy to send you a brochure and do the order over the phone or by email at  rsimonsays@roadrunner.com. Skip the hassle at the malls and contact her….FREE shipping for orders over $50.00 plus an EXTRA 15% off your 1st order.


 


 


Chaparral Elementary School Holiday Boutique


Tomorrow, Thursday, December 8th from 8am-4pm


Over 30 exciting vendors: Jewelry, kids and women’s clothing, handbags, belts, hats (at wholesale prices), housewares, collectibles, Ipad and Iphone cases, stationery, custom holiday ornaments, toys, variety of personalized gifts, gourmet foods and tons of great gift ideas.


22601 Liberty Bell Rd. in Calabasas


 


 


Henna Art & Face-painting by Brooke Harker for Your Holiday Party!


Give the gift of original art! Brighten your home or office with the healing energy of color captured in original paintings by Brooke Harker. Liven your holiday party with face-painting for the kids, ink/watercolor portrait sketches for adults or enjoy the relaxing healing experience of henna! As a visionary artist Brooke sees art everywhere, including people’s skin and creates original henna designs for each guest. Call 818-427-7956 for rates, questions, to book an event, or for a price list on original paintings. 


www.brookeharker.com


 


 


Angelic Voices of the Los Robles Children’s Choir December 10th Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza


Saturday December 10th at 7:30 PM


Come hear the angelic voices of the Los Robles Children’s Choir at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza singing many seasonal favorites accompanied by musicians from the Conejo Valley Youth Orchestra. Celebrating its 15th season, they will be performing Christmas carols and Hanukah songs – guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit


Tickets are available at the door or by calling 805-480-9416 or emailing tickets@singingchildren.com.


Auditions for Spring Concert –
email donna@singingchilden.com.


http://www.singingchildren.com/4.html


 


 


Beth Hillel Day School presents….Funspirations!


Sunday December 11th from 1pm-2:30pm


Free story time, music and crafts. For pre-school aged children. All children must be accompanied by an adult.


12326 Riverside Drive in Valley Village, 91607


 


 


Talk show is looking for the following guests:


-Woman who thinks she needs her Vitamin D levels checked OR thinks she is at risk for Osteoporosis.


-Outgoing Parents to ask a question on tape about the right time to bring your child to the ER.


If interested, email Samantha at talkshowcasting323@gmail.com.


 


 


Life Insurance Awareness Month has come and gone, BUT it’s never too late to BE AWARE!


David Dickter, my dear friend of 30 yrs, is an independent life insurance agent with 15 yrs of experience working with families to ensure that their loved ones are financially secure. A member of the Million Dollar Round Table, David is recognized as a world leading agent in both production & ethics. Whether you’re in good health or have medical issues, David’s had great success working with top rated companies to get clients the coverage they want. In recognition of Life Insurance Awareness Month, view Melissa Wandall’s story at www.lifehappens.org/wandall to see how life insurance helped her cope with the loss of her husband. For a free consult, call David at (818)986-3477 or email ddickter@ffrla.com.


 


 


20th Annual The Malibu Civic Ballet production of the beloved holiday classic THE NUTCRACKER


Billed as Malibu’s only local production, it has long been the ONLY area Nutcracker that is cast with Malibu’s own young dancers and supports the local arts community.. Directed by Diane Linder, Artistic Director.


Friday, December 9th at 7:30PM


Saturday December 10th at 2:00PM and 7:30PM


Sunday, December 11th at 2:00PM


The Smothers Theatre, Pepperdine University


24255 PCH in Malibu, 90265


For tickets, call 310.506 4522. Smothers Theatre box office is open 12-5pm, Monday-Friday and for two hours before every scheduled performance. Tickets can be bought in person, over the phone, or online through Ticketmaster (surcharge applies).


www.malibunutcracker.org


 


 


Kin Community


A community of like-minded women celebrating the simple artistry of daily life.


http://www.youtube.com/kincommunity


 


 


Mom by day, hair clip creator by night


I LOVE these handmade creations!


http://heartfelthairclips.blogspot.com/


 


 


Chef can help make a simple, delicious vanilla bean cookie


The stay at home FOODIE is at it again with a simple, delicious and EASY cookie recipe that even a 4 year old can handle. 7 ingredients total. Outstanding results. Check out what the stay at home FOODIE is up to this week at: www.stayathomefoodie.com


http://wp.me/p229Z4-6Q


 


 


Beware the sugar in cereals marketed to kids


http://yourlife.usatoday.com/fitness-food/diet-nutrition/story/2011-12-06/Beware-the-sugar-in-cereals-marketed-to-kids/51682886/1


 


 


Quaint Dance Studio in Porter Ranch


Small and family-owned. It does not have the pageant-y atmosphere that other studios have. It’s all about the fun of dancing! It’s only $55 per month for 1 class per week. And now, they have a 50% off the first month for new students. Get your little one in just in time to practice for June’s recital! It’s in the Whole Foods shopping center. Call Linda at 818-832-0632.


www.dance-dance-dance.com


 


 


Adorable Humidifiers


http://crane-usa.com/products/


 


 


Extend Your Maternity Leave


You may be entitled to more time off and pay during your maternity leave than you think. The information that HR supplies is often incomplete or incorrect. Milk Your Benefits will help you maximize your benefits, even if you don’t plan to return to work. She also handles paternity leaves and works with companies that need guidance in leave administration. Schedule a private consultation tailored for you or try her class at The Pump Station. Please “like” Milk Your Benefits on Facebook.


www.milkyourbenefits.com


 


 


 Heart Leader


A Personal Journey to the Heart of Business andLife.


http://www.heartleader.com/book


 


 


CBS Holiday Boutique


Sunday, December 11th from 8:30am-12pm


Finish up your holiday shopping.


Congregation Beth Shalom


21430 Centre Pointe Parkway in Santa Clarita


www.cbspreschool.com


 


 


Feds crack down on HCG products


http://yourlife.usatoday.com/fitness-food/diet-nutrition/story/2011-12-06/Feds-crack-down-on-homeopathic-weight-loss-remedy/51673962/1


 


 


Winter Camps for kids AT Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center


For the week of Dec 19th-23rd, they will have the following camps available for you: Lego Animation, Clay Animation, Disgusting Science, Fossil Finders, Singing & Recording, and Advantage Basketball Camp. Times, prices and ages vary with each camp. Call 818-880-2993 for more information on any of these exciting camps!


http://ahccc.org/


 


 


Melting Pot Tours


Offers the most delicious food tours of Los Angeles.


http://www.meltingpottours.com/


 


 


Lisa Belkin: Children’s Books Parents Either Love Or Hate


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/lisa-belkin/controversial-childrens-books_b_1125885.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000009


 


 


Few parents recall their doctors telling them their kids are overweight


http://www.latimes.com/health/boostershots/la-heb-children-overweight-doctor-20111205,0,3998880.story?track=rss


 


 


NO WIRE HANGERS-The Green Way to Organize 
Is your home in a constant state of clutter? Are you concerned about the environment but not sure how you can make a difference? No Wire Hangers is a green home organizing business that emphasizes living a more ecologically minded lifestyle. They will help you declutter your home while being environmentally responsible. They work with many different charities and organizations so that all of your unwanted items won’t end up in the landfill. The benefits of being organized are limitless; from saving time to saving money. Set up a consultation to Go Green and Get Organized today! Call 
323-388-9131 or email julie@nowirehangersbiz.com.
www.nowirehangersbiz.com 


 


 


Cathryn Farnsworth Photography is offering mini sessions for last minute Holiday Family Photographs for Jen’s List members!


$100 for 45 minutes of family photography. Cathryn style ranges from Candid to Studio- and she captures the joy in your family. December 12th, 17th & 18th in Toluca Lake at her indoor-outdoor studio. This is a one-time offer!
www.cathrynfarnsworth.com
http://www.cathrynfarnsworth.blogspot.com/


 


 


Portable Scanner and Software Great for your
kids art!


Works where you work – weighing in at less than a pound and powered by USB, NeatReceipts is the perfect tool at work, at home or on the go. NeatReceipts helps you free the information that’s trapped in your documents, so you can organize, store, secure and activate it! Scan receipts for expense reports, digitize business cards, prep for taxes (IRS accepts NR scans in lieu of actual receipts!), manage documents. You can even export data, scan to PDF, use Smart Sorting to help organize your files, and convert your scans to editable text.


http://www.amazon.com/NeatReceipts-Mobile-Scanner-Digital-Filing/dp/B001CQFRPO/ref=comopi-20


 


 


Need an Honest & Reliable Locksmith? KEEP THIS INFO!
Edgardo Escalante, the Plant Manager at Round Meadow Elementary School in Calabasas also has a Locksmith Service. He’s a VERY honest, trustworthy, family man and many Jen’s List members recommend him. He charges $75 for a service call and labor. Parts not included. Edgardo can be reached at (818) 261-5065.


 


 


Thirsty Thursday


Thursday, December 15th at 7 pm


Come for a special tasting on the patio with the Specialty Department every third Thursday of the month. RSVP by signing up in the Specialty Dept or Customer Service. Or email sp.wdh.marketing@wholefoods.com or call 818.610.0000. $2


Whole Foods Market


21347 Ventura Blvd. (at Canoga) in Woodland Hills


www.wholefoods.com


 


 


Preventing Suicide Among LGBTQ Youth – The Trevor Project


http://www.thetrevorproject.org/


 


 


General Contractor Specializing in Residential Home Remodeling/Additions and Lead Site Supervisor


Jen’s List member, Steve Haber is President of Premier Property Developers, Inc, & has specialized in residential remodeling, additions & new homes for over 20 years. Licensed, bonded, & insured, the Company’s success is based upon quality workmanship, professional project management & open communication so clients are able to complete projects within budget. Jen’s List members references available. Call Steve at (818) 448-1477 for a free consultation.


www.premierpropertydevelopers.org


 


 


Pirates, Princesses, and Heroes: Oh My!


Need a Princess or Superhero for you birthday party? 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. Services include:


-Princesses


-Superheroes


-Fairy Tale Characters


-Face-painting


-Balloon Sculpting


-Princess Makeup


-Games


-Music and more


Email enchantedeventsinfo@gmail.com


www.enchantedevents.org


 


 


One Day Only Estate Sale


Friday, Dec. 9th from 9am-3pm


There are some wonderful things available at this sale. You will find collectibles such as Lladro statues, Baccarat figurines, Waterford figurines, collections of books like memoirs of Hary Truman, works of James Fenimore Cooper and Harvard Classics to mention a few. There is furniture galore – couches, coffee table, lamps, dining set, buffet, bookcases and desks. Many other things available too.


http://www.estatesales.net/estate-sales/239376.aspx  

www.organize2harmonize.com