Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics in Sherman Oaks Children friendly office conveniently located in the heart of Sherman Oaks equipped with TVs in the ceiling, movie theater & aquarium. Single Tooth Anesthesia (STA) & nitrous oxide make dentistry much more comfortable for children. Digital x-rays, touchless sterilization & much more. For new patients, mention Jen’s List and receive an electric toothbrush with the first checkup and cleaning.
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“Coffee with Bette in the Valley” is this Thursday! 9:30-11am – Open House style Open Forum Parenting Chat! Bring the kids, bring your parenting questions! No charge! Aroma Bakery & Café in Encino – on Ventura Blvd.
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Hill Point Montessori Preparatory School in West Hills Open House From 10am-2pm: Saturday, January 21st Saturday, January 28th Saturday, February 4th Saturday, February 11th They are a true Montessori School, which follows Maria Montessori’s academic curriculum. The child gets the individualized, self-initiated hands on learning experience. They are the only Montessori School, in this area of the Valley that has an Elementary Curriculum kindergarten – Firth Grade. They have a beautiful campus on large acres of land & plan it to make it even more beautiful and useful for the students with a natural playground and garden.
2012 Free Health and Wellness Fair at Whole Foods Market Sat., Jan. 21st from 1-4 pm Many of you are ready to leave behind the overindulgence of food, drink and stress and start FRESH. Come learn how to improve your health and wellbeing in 2012. 1pm: Cooking Demo with Nilli Grutman of Healthy Roots Nutrition (all attendees will receive a complimentary consultation with Nilli!) 2 pm: Homeopathy Discussion with Dr. Stuart Garber, D.C., Ph.D. of Dr. Garbers Natural Solutions 2:30pm: Detox/Oxidative Stress Relief and Top 5 Myths of Health & Fitness with author and fitness enthusiast Chazz Weaver 3-4pm: Health Planet Protein Meet n’ Greet with Fabio To reserve your spot, email sp.wdh.marketing@wholefoods.com or sign up in Customer Service. 21347 Ventura Blvd. (at Canoga) in Woodland Hills
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A private school for grades 6-12 with class sizes as small as they come: one student, one teacher. At Fusion Academy, the educational experience is completely customized around each student. In addition to being taught on a one-to-one basis, all of the classes are self-paced, and the material is presented in a way that considers each student’s individual interests, strengths, and learning style.
What Actress Amy Brenneman has to say about Sam & Company – Your Trusted Source For Everything Apple “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) Sign up for their FREE newsletter – chock full of the latest & greatest Apple tips, trends and hot new gear: http://www.samandcompany.com. Ask about their special tutoring rate! Call 818-222-2101 or email info@samandcompany.com.
FREE Festival for Toddlers and Preschoolers Saturday morning , January 21st from 9-11am Shepherd of the Valley School in West Hills is hosting a Preschool and Toddler Palooza with plenty of free activities including a bouncer house, face painting, games, music and dancing, tricycles and ride-on toys, snacks and so much more. This event is geared toward children ages 2-6 but everyone in the family is invited! The festival is free and open to the public. Invite your friends and make it a playdate! 23838 Kittridge Street, between Victory and Vanowen, go west on Haynes from Platt.
Clean, Healthy Eating for 2012 and Beyond…10 % discount 1st time (please mention this ad) A clean, healthy year for your whole family is as easy as calling DF Healthy Chef (310) 245-4095. Great tasting, fresh, all natural meals, better health, more energy, naturally cleansing, better immune. Ready for you to heat and eat. Deanna will shop, cook for the week, pack your meals and clean. Contact Deanna at dfhealthychef@yahoo.com for a menu and pricing info. See (and like) her facebook page at DF Healthy Chef on facebook.
Great Valentine’s Day Gift – Join this Boudoir Bash! Saturday, Jan. 28th Boudoir photos make the perfect valentines gift for the man in your life OR just a fun thing for you and your girlfriends! Join Emily Photo for a Valentine’s Day Boudoir Bash. The session is held in a luxurious hotel and includes a pre-shoot consultation, day of make-up artist, champagne, one hour of photography, private online gallery, and disk of 20 of your favorite photos. Jen’s List members will receive $20 off but sessions are limited so reserve your spot soon! http://los-angeles-boudoir.com/valentines-day-2012/
Calabasas Dental Care: the premier oral health center in the West Valley Offering a state of the art facility, friendly staff and the best dental care available. Dr. Garrett has served the neighborhood for 25 years. He is president of the SoCal Academy of General Dentistry and is one of only 1,000 dentists nationally to have earned their prestigious mastership title. Get the compassionate, high quality dental experience you and your family deserve. Mention Jen’s List when you schedule your first appointment and get 20% off! (818) 591-2480
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OVO from Cirque du Soleil® Under the Big Top at the Santa Monica Pier Limited Engagement – January 20th– March 25th OVO, meaning “egg” in Portuguese, is a headlong rush into a colorful ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight and look for love in a non-stop riot of energy and movement. Click https://tickets.cirquedusoleil.com to Save 30% on tickets to OVO! *30% available on price level 2-3-4 for select performances from Jan. 20 to March 25. Restrictions may apply. Subject to change. Applicable to select price levels and performances. Convenience fees and delivery fee will apply. Prices shown online during the purchasing process already reflect the above offer where applicable.
Metropolis II Fridays: 12:30-2pm; 3-4:30pm; 5-6:30pm; 7-8:30pm Weekends: 11:30-1:00pm; 2-3:30pm; 4-5:30pm; 6-7:30pm An intense and a complex kinetic sculpture, modeled after a fast paced, frenetic modern city. Steel beams form an eclectic grid interwoven with an elaborate system of 18 roadways, including one 6 lane freeway, and HO scale train tracks. Miniature cars speed through the city at 240 scale miles per hour; every hour, the equivalent of approximately 100,000 cars circulate through the dense network of buildings. According to Burden, “The noise, the continuous flow of the trains, and the speeding toy cars, produces in the viewer the stress of living in a dynamic, active and bustling 21st Century city.” http://www.lacma.org/art/exhibition/metropolis-ii
Save 10% on Luxury Baby Gifts California Cozy Baby Boutique offers a fine selection of luxury products include items for babies, toddlers, and adults. Featured Brands are Aden and Anais, Angel Dear, Barefoot Dreams, Little Giraffe, Max Daniel, Episencial, Noodle & Boo, Melissa & Doug, Under the Nile. Use coupon code JENS10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order + Free Shipping over $50 at www.CaliforniaCozy.com. Ends 1.31.12.
The Family Savvy An activity guide for Los Angeles parents published by Los Angeles parents. They unearth the many gems LA has to offer and provide carefully curated, up-to-the-moment information on “where to go” and “what to do” so parents can be savvy about connecting with their kids and their city. The Family Savvy is created by a Co-Founder of Kids Off the Couch who has corralled her contacts at museums and other cultural institutions and called upon her savvy writer colleagues for salient parenting tips, all geared to provide useful information for busy families who want to venture out into the city to explore, learn and grow together. Sign up for the Family Savvy’s free newsletter at www.thefamilysavvy.com.
Memories Into Photobooks! Time, a clutter free closet and precious memories are irreplaceable. Hand over your digital, film and slide images to an expert and relax. Laura will organize, archive and present your photos into a unique and quality photobook for you to enjoy, share and pass down for years to come! The initial consultation is free to discuss scope, preferences, options and budget. Contact Laura 818.373.9093 or laura@photbooksbylaura.com.
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Kastel International brings high-quality, modern, European baby and child products to the United States Its featured brands, Mutsy, Jahgoo, BabyZoo and Babyhome offer well designed products that make a difference in the everyday lives of babies and parents. Today through January 31st, , Kastel International is offering a 20 percent coupon on their Facebook page on any purchase from their BabyZoo and Jahgoo lines. BabyZoo is a line of innovative sleep aids for children and Jahgoo, a collection of modern designed bathroom items. Head to https://www.facebook.com/KastelInternational to get your coupon today.
JMF Instrument Petting Zoo Sunday, March 4th from 1-3pm Part of the JCC East Bay’s Purim Carnival, the Instrument Petting Zoo is where you can introduce yourself or a loved one to the wild wonders of the musical kingdom. Patient trainers will be on hand to guide budding young musicians.
Huge Animal themed Sleeping bags, Great Fun for kids and Adults! Sleep INSIDE the wild side! Ever wonder what it’s like to sleep INSIDE the wild side? Well now you can. Introducing Bitezzz™, the cozy and pain free alternative to being eaten by your favorite animals. Bitezzz™ are full size sleeping/slumber party bags for your kids to enjoy. Sleeping bags are shaped to look like you’ve been eaten by your favorite animal! Great for toddlers to pre-teens! Stop by to check out all the adorable animals to choose from! Looking for an animal you don’t see, Custom animals are accepted as well, as well as Adult Size too!!
Expert Pregnancy Panel Understanding your Various Options for Pregnancy & Labor Mon., Jan. 30th from 7:30-9pm What are the differences between the various child birth preparation classes? Lamaze, Bradley, Hypnobirthing etc. How to Prepare yourself for an uncomplicated labor epidurals, if you have one, when is the safest time? Comfort home remedies for postpartum. Breastfeeding or bottles; what’s the difference? Plus special tips for nursing moms returning to work from an IBCLC Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Insider tips for a speedy recovery and avoiding the baby blues.
Singing Valentine and Rose Delivered by a Barbershop Quartet at your Workplace, Home or a Restaurant The VALLEYAIRES, the award winning San Fernando valley barbershop chorus will send a quartet to sing two love songs at your workplace, classroom, home or favorite restaurant anywhere in Los Angeles County. Only $50 before 4pm and $60 after 4pm. Personalized Telephone Singing Valentines only $20 – Quartets available Tuesday, Valentine’s Day and the Sat and Sun before. Make this the Valentine he or she will never forget. To order, call 818-994-7464 (SING) or order online at www.Valleyaires.info.
Chess Tutor Available Would you like your child to learn to play chess? They will enjoy learning from a young teacher. Matthew is 13 years old and is a high rated player. He is 2nd in the country in jgp points. Matthew can travel to you as long as you are not far from West Hills. Call (818) 595-1117.
Buonora Child Development Center & Preschool Program Buonora Child Development Centers may be the best kept secret in the San Fernando Valley! With 2 locations in Arleta & Reseda, Buonora is a wonderful preschool program for children 18 months to 5 years. Two very special Buonora mommies told Buonora about Jen’s List, and for that Buonora is offering free registration fees to all Jen’s List referrals.
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Oak Park Neighborhood School’s Winter Carnival Saturday, January 21st from 10am-Noon Oak Hills Elementary School 1010 Kanan Road, at Kanan & Churchwood in Oak Park 20 tons of snow, sledding, pony rides, petting zoo, face painting, food, bake sale, and more. All are welcome. Admission is required. Children 3 to 12 years: $10admission, Adults 13 years and older: $2admission, 2 years and under: Free. (818)707-7742
Personal Trainer – 20+ yrs exp, Jens List Discount Robb Rugg has been a Personal Trainer for 20+ yrs, now accepting candidates for summer shape-up! He can provide references, and will be happy to offer a free consultation to discuss goals and the best way to achieve them. His no-nonsense approach to fitness has helped 100s of people finally hit their health & fitness goals. It is easy and simple if you have an experienced coach show you the way. Call/text 310-383-5811, email robbrugg@yahoo.com, & visit www.robbfitnesstraining.com.
Brazilian Martial Art Capoeira’s Grand Opening in Oak Park Monday, January 23rd at 7pm This class is a full body workout that combines movements of the Brazilian Martial Art Capoeira with strength and conditioning, music, yoga/pilates style movements, and some acrobatics to maximize your full potential. Capoeira is a great way to get fit and make new friends. The class is for ages 7 and up to do at any fitness, age, and experience level. Classes are broken into various levels so everyone can do what makes them comfortable. Grab a friend and play! The first class is free.
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Valley Estate Sale Thursday and Friday, January 19th & 20th from 9am-3pm This estate sale is chock full of amazing things. Everything from Maguire and Baker furniture to Lalique, Bjorn Wiinblad to Terechkovitch prints to vintage clothing, designer purses and even a weaving loom. http://www.estatesales.net/estate-sales/247641.aspx
Temple Judea’s Tot Shabbat (Flyer attached for distribution/posting) Saturday, January 21st at 9:30am “Tu B’Shvat – Celebration of Trees” With Rabbi Don Goor and Song Leader Josh Goldberg. Celebrate the holiday in honor of trees, Shabbat, and family. After the service there is a fun art project, and many families stay to socialize while children play on the playground. Yummy challah, cookies & lemonade too! Visit http://www.templejudea.com/prayer/ or call 818-758-3800 for more information.
Maternity Wardrobe for Sale Entire maternity wardrobe for 1 low price! Approx 100 pieces! Everything from casual to business attire. Mostly size M (a few large). All clean & in good condition. $350 (that’s less than $4 per piece!). Email for photos/questions – alisonrozansky@gmail.com. |
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