Big City Moms Biggest Baby Shower Feb. 28th at the Skirball Center from 6pm-9pm The hottest event for expectant and new parents in NYC is coming to Los Angeles! With over 50 of the best companies in the baby industry, it’s a one stop shop to test out, shop and get educated on all one can possibly need for their growing family. Expectant and new parents will enjoy sampling, sweet treats, mocktails, educational seminars and more! All attendees will receive OVERFLOWING Gift bags, as well as amazing gifts! Sign up before 2/1 to take advantage of the early ticket pricing. For more info visit www.babyshowerla.bigcitymoms.com or email info@bigcitymoms.com. SPECIAL OFFER: Mention JEN to receive $5.00 off. Exp 1.24.12.
Today in History Edward Jenner introduces the smallpox vaccine, which eventually leads to wiping out this deadly disease.(1799) The first Kiwanis club is formed in Detroit. (1915) Science fiction writer George Orwell dies. (1950) National Hugging Day Squirrel Appreciation Day
MOGL Rewards Diners For Eating Out! You have NOTHING to lose and ONLY $ to gain! It’s so cool! MOGL is the new FREE restaurant loyalty game that hooks you up with 10% CASH-BACK at your favorite restaurants including Fresh Brothers, Sage Brush Cantina, Bellevino Wine Bar, Bandits and over 70 other So Cal eateries. Read more about it here: http://m.theacorn.com/node/109187. Sign up for FREE at www.MOGL.com/jenslist and use REFERRAL CODE “Jenslist” and receive an instant $10 to get you started. ADDED BONUS – Anytime you spend over $20, MOGL donates a meal to someone in need in your community! Together, they have already donated over 21,500 meals.
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New Mom and Pregnant Mom Support Group: Tushies! So Cute Yet So Complicated! Monday, Jan. 23rd from 1-2:30pm Join this class at Bini Birth full of great info on Diapering, Elimination Communication, DIY wipes and more! Special Guest: Laura Gately, Blessed Bums! Cloth diapers have come a long way in the last decade and no longer are they your grandma’s pins! This class is designed to educate new and expectant parents on the use of modern cloth diapers and the numerous benefits reusable diapers have for your baby, your wallet, and the environment. A six class pass is $120, or drop in for a single class for $25. If you would like to get your exercise on before class, MaYoga is held at BINI(www.MaYoga.com). 5355 Cartwright Avenue in North Hollywood
Beautiful & Luxurious Minky Blankets in all Sizes from Baby Blankets to King Size Bedspreads Looking for the perfect baby shower gift? Or even a gift for anyone in the family, including you? Cozy Everly After offers the highest quality Minky and Faux Fur Blankets, Throws and Bedspreads. Blankets come in all sizes from tiny crib blankets to king or Cal King bead spreads or comforters. Beautiful swirl and faux mink Minky on all the blankets. All custom orders for colors and sizes are accepted as well.
Great People, Great Community, Great Learning, Great for Families: LimmudLA Conference 2012 Friday, February 17th – Sunday, February 19th A Jewish celebration of life and learning, LimmudLA Conference 2012 offers sessions ranging from Talmud to psychology, pop culture to Bible, and drama to Israeli politics. Sprinkled throughout are concerts, films, comedy, art, yoga, and many other learning opportunities for all ages. No matter your beliefs or customs, there is a topic for you. At the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa. Special family discount: 2nd child free!
Spring Boutique Vendors Needed Sunday, April 29th from 11am-1pm Temple Ramat Zion preschool is having their annual fundraiser on April 29th. This event will be a boutique, silent auction and fashion show. Email alishasela@gmail.com if you are an interested vendor or if you have an item you would like to donate to the silent auction.
Daycare Spaces Available at Bright Horizons in Northridge Bright Horizons Northridge has immediate openings for children beginning at 8 weeks and up through 5 years old. Openings at a Bright Horizons daycare centers are virtually unheard of as this is the program of choice for a lot of the studios and tons of other major corporations across the US. Each classroom has its own outdoor space and the teachers are all accredited and amazing partners to the parents. If you are looking for a place where you can feel confident that your kids will play, learn and be given the best care possible, call (818) 885-5498 today for a tour. Let them know you were recommended by Rachel Falikoff.
Ready or Not…Here Comes Tax Season Pearl Concierge Services provides professional, confidential and affordable assistance with your tax preparation and more. Contact them for a complimentary consultation. Work. Home. Life Simplified. (310) 999-5139 www.pearlconciergeservices.com/
Mobile Petting Farm at Your Party Meet darling, friendly sheep, goats, pigs and more. Danny’s Farm is a non-profit organization that employs adults with disabilities. In partnership with Cal Poly Pomona’s Agricultural Department, they bring beautiful, kid-friendly animals to any party or function. Hand washing stations and adorable animal pen will liven up any party.
Be Part of an Educational, Inspirational, & Fun Fitness Cruise on the Carnival Splendor August 5th – 12th Learn and live the meaning of health and wellness through stress reduction, exercise and healthy eating that can change the course of the rest of your life. You will restore vitality and freshness, achieving results through challenging physical activity and helpful nutritional guidance. Enjoy group fitness classes in Yoga, Cardio Kick, Boot Camp, and Core Training. Enjoy seminars on healthy cooking and nutrition. Learn how to eat for energy, and beat the sugar blues.
Private Indoor Swimming Lessons for Children & Adults JumpRightIn Aquatics provides private indoor swim lessons to children and adults who are looking to learn how to swim or improve on their strokes.
Custom Hand Made Guitars Eli ‘s Electric guitars are custom hand made solid bodies with a vintage concept in style and finishing. Eli uses high quality tone woods, components, fretboard, inlays and finish all of your own choosing. He works with you on your design for your custom guitar to ensure the best tone possible from the instrument. Every instrument is a unique project that gets individual attention every step of the way. (818) 883-0091
Bilingual Moms Paid to Test Laundry Stain Remover in Early February Attention Mommies ages 28 to 48, who are well spoken, outgoing and speak fluent English/Spanish, you are needed to test a fantastic stain remover. You will be sent the product, test it for 2 weeks and be paid $75.00. Send an email to Nancyspeople123@aol.com and include your age, phone number, number of children at home, a current photo and what laundry stain remover/pre-soak you use and why you like it. Include a success story if you have one. Let your friends who qualify contact them as well.
Free Consultation With College Consultant iCollege Consulting is an educational consulting company devoted to helping students find colleges that match their academic, social, and financial needs. The college planning process has been organized into segments resulting in a comprehensive and manageable experience for the student as well as the family. If you have a Junior in high school, January is the perfect month to jump-start the process! Contact Linda Dennis at (818) 419-4966 or linda@icollegeconsulting.com.
My Hair Helpers: Are You Suffering From Head Lice? This mobile Head Lice Removal Company that can help anytime you need them. They will come to you in the comfort of your own home and immediately put you at ease. With all natural products they will remove all lice and their nits and they will train you how to avoid infestations in the future because they are the experts. Give a call today to take the Lice away. Call Amy at (310) 874-4550.
Expert Pregnancy Panel Understanding your Various Options for Pregnancy & Labor 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. Extra bonus: What all first time mothers wished they had known to ask. RSVP to dahlia@YourIdealBirth.com or call (818) 501-YOGA (9642). Tickets are $25 or free to Jen’s List readers, a gift from Ideal Birth & Two Hearts Yoga.
Oil Painting Classes: Beginning/Intermediate & Semi-Private Monday/Friday – Mornings, afternoons and evenings Join in on the fun and excitement of oil painting. Hang your own beautiful painting on the wall. This class is an introduction to oil painting. It is designed for the student who has no previous painting experience as well as the student who wants to review the basic of oil painting. Classes are offered by a trainer with more than fifteen years of experience. Students purchase their own supplies. Fees: $20 for two hour class. For more information, call (805) 526-7412.
Hiring Web Sales Position An established, local, consumer, shopping website is looking for part time sales person to sell web advertising. Candidates need a computer, phone and internet access along with basic computer skills, sales experience, communication skills and a positive attitude. Retail/ manufacturing/ business knowledge a plus. Perfect for stay at home moms/dads or those w/flexible schedules who can work from home 5-15 hours a week. Pay is 25% commission on every ad sold. Send inquiries to webkev@gmail.com.
The Computer Doctor: This Doctor Makes House Calls For Your Computer “The Computer Doctor” will make your feel much better. Martin will clean up all the junk that has accumulated in your computer system and teach you things that you can do to keep your computer running better. He does installation, repairs, tutoring, wireless/wired network support and virus/spyware removal at your home or office. Call Martin at (818)710-0647 to schedule your computer’s check-up.
Let Fleet Feet Sports Help You Cross the Finish Line of Your First 5K or 10K It is a new year and what better time to challenge yourself to accomplish a new fitness goal. Fleet Feet’s next No Boundaries training program kicks off February 7th and ends April 15th. No Boundaries is a 10 week beginners training program structured to help you cross the finish line of your first 5k or 10k. An information meeting will be held at Fleet Feet on January 23rd at 6:30pm at 16545 Ventura Boulevard. For more information call (818) 986-8686 or email trey@fleetfeetencino.com.
BT Elements Bar/Bat Mitzvah & Wedding Invitation Trunk Show January 26th – January 28th from 10am-5pm Presence Studio City A special viewing of BT Elements amazing collection of Bar/Bat Mitzvah & Wedding invitations! Beautifully designed, these can be customized to fit your needs. Whether you have an event coming up this year, or you want to start gathering ideas for the future, this is a great opportunity to see a wide variety of samples. Plus: Receive 25 free invites with a purchase of 100 or more if you order by February 12th. (818) 386-0602 www.facebook.com/presencestudiocity
The Red Chair School: $1 Dance Classes for Children 18 Months to 18 Years Old January 23rd – January 28th The Red Chair School will be having “Dollar Dance Week”, an entire week of $1 dance classes. No contract, no commitment to an entire session required. Visit the website for a list of all of the classes and times that will be offered for $1. The Red Chair School of Performing Arts follows the American Ballet Theatre Curriculum for their Ballet Conservatory Program.
Lifestyle Yoga with Rachel Mondays at 7pm, Wednesdays at 10:35am, Thursdays at 7pm Oak Park Community Center Beginners welcome. Nurture yourself with a gentle yoga practice. Release pent up tension and stress while developing flexibility and strength. Candlelight evening classes include, slow deep stretching, beginning yoga postures and relaxation techniques to sooth body and mind. Drop in for $10 or sign up for a 6 week series. Contact Rachel Toll, Certified Yoga Instructor at rtoll2003@yahoo.comor or (818) 865-9304.
Children’s Boutique: Handmade One-of-a-Kind Gifts on a Budget Posh Tots Designs features diaper cakes, wipe cases, diaper tricycles, tie and necklace onesies, blankets, bibs, American Girl doll clothes, cake pops and more. All items are available in any color, theme, size and budget.
Randy Kaplan Live at McCabe’s Sunday January 29th at 11am 3101 Pico Boulevard in Santa Monica Randy’s third not-JUST-for-kids CD, The Kids Are All Id, won top honors from NAPPA, their Gold Award, was voted a Top Five CD in the NICKELODEON Parents’ Picks Awards, and appeared on the Top Ten CDs of 2010 lists of FIDS & KAMILIES, TIME OUT NEW YORK KIDS, ZOOGLOBBLE, OWTK, and FAMILY MAN ONLINE (where it was awarded the #1 slot)! $10 – kids under 2 are free. Call (310)828-4497 for tickets visit www.mccabes.com/condata.html.
Domestic Placements & On Call Sitters Connecting qualified and educated babysitters to families in need. Locations currently include Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Coastal Orange County and San Diego and includes full or part time babysitters, nannies, doulas/baby nurses, personal assistants, and housekeepers. The sitters are current students and recent grads but the other team members match your needs, not a specific demographic. They also provide event sitting, corporate accounts, and hotel/out of town guests.
Business Women Hosting “Heart of Business Expo” Saturday, February 4th from 10am-2pm Glendale Elks at 120 E. Colorado in Glendale The American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) Glendale chapter is hosting a day with networking, shopping and “Lunch with the Experts” in your choice of business fields of marketing, social media or networking – Glendale Elks, 120 E. Colorado. Email questions to lynnws@msn.com.
Experienced Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Specialist Sophia absolutely loves what she does – being a personal trainer is both important and pleasant to her. She is highly dedicated and very knowledgeable. Sophia’s clients are very important to her and she truly wants to see them achieve the goals they have set for themselves and get healthier and stronger in the process. She believes in training smart, not hard to get the best results, lasting results. For a free no-obligation consultation email to sophiafitness@yahoo.com or call (818)841-9309.
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Snow White Saturday, January 21st at 7pm Sunday, January 22nd at 6pm Saturday, January 28th at 3pm Sunday, January 29th at 6pm Kismet Kids Musical Theatre 10452 Louise Avenue in Granada Hills Heigh ho, heigh ho, you’ve got to see this show directed by Laura Grissom! See this classic fairy tale, filled with wonderful music and all of Snow White’s beloved friends…including the seven dwarves, the prince, huntsmen, and many woodland creatures! Mirror, mirror on the wall, what’s the show that has it all? Snow White! See the cast of talented kids, ages 5 to 15 as they remind us that true beauty is found within! Adults $10, Children (3 – 12) and Seniors $8 – available at the door. (818) 231-4444
Knauer Pianos and Whole Foods Market Tarzana Offering Free Piano Mini-Classes Sunday! Sunday, Jan. 22nd from Noon-4PM Have you dreamed of learning to play the piano but always seem to come up with reasons why you can’t? Knauer Pianos will be conducting FREE 15-20-minute piano lessons to students of all ages this Sunday, , as well as next Sunday, Jan. 29th, also from Noon-4PM. Bring the joy of music into your life. You will learn to play…guaranteed!
Forget the treadmill, the only way to lose weight is by having Fun! TAProbics is for all levels & all sizes, even if you have 2 left feet. It mixes aerobic moves with Tap dance, for the most unique, fun dance workout class around. Shoes available for rent or purchase. Broadway-style tap classes and Intro to tap workshops, too!
Cars for Sale ’04 Toyota Sienna Limited minivan • Color – white pearl • Very good condition, immaculate • 71,000 miles • All service done at Toyota Santa Monica • No accidents • Non-smokers • 10″ dvd screen Price $12,000 If interested, contact 310.451.2536 or steve@lovettmgmt.com. AND 2002 BMW 330ci Manual transmission, sport and premium packages. Meticulously cared for by one owner. 147,000 miles. Contact Julie at jdavine@aol.com.
Hope, Help & Healing Autism, ADD/HD and other special needs, non-medication integrative techniques to balance the brain and body. Stop coping, stop compensating. The answers to the suffering are in the physiology. Overcome the symptoms and improve the quality of life for your child and your family. Equilibrium provides Whole Person Centered Care Solutions. The first 10 people to call will receive a free one hour Parent Consultation. Call Barbara Schwartz, M.A. at (818) 345-0743 or (800) 257-0743. |
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