Swimming is a Gift for Life, Come swim with LennyK Swim Academy for 2012! Their mission: · To Make every student water safe. · To Provide an environment where everyone learns & enjoys the benefits of swimming. · To help each student increase self-confidence & independence through swimming. Mention this listing and receive a 25% discount at sign up! Registration fees not included one per student, new students only, not valid with other offers. Westside JCC – 323-525-0323 JCC at Milken(in West Hills) – 818-464-3315
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history The Boy Scouts were founded. (1910) Kite Flying Day Laugh and Grow Rich Day http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=303
Dr. Wendy Mogel, New York Times Best-Selling Parenting Author March 1st at 7 pm Event location: Temple Beth Hillel 12326 Riverside Dr. in Valley Village, 91607 Tickets available at www.bethhilleldayschool.org or call 818-763-9148.
Carmen’s Kids & Co. “Rockin’ hair” New Years Special – 1/2 Off New clients & 20% Off existing clients Carmen Fanali owner of Carmen’s Kids & Co. has been in the fun hair business now for almost three decades. His little salon in Encino is quickly becoming THE place where young hip families go to get their “rockin’ hair” done in the San Fernando valley. Masters in the art of hair (speed and precision ) and distraction, (sometimes the little ones don’t know they’ve just had a haircut.) Moms and dads are seeing their work and becoming clients as well. Parents need not be accompanied by a child.
Come visit Whitney (formerly of Handle With Care Gifts) & check out her latest creative venture THE SHOP Schedule of Events for Saturday February 11th : Create a LOVE necklace for Valentine’s Day. 3 charms w/chain $11 Free Lego Building 4 kids – Saturdays, from 10am-1pm. Build-Create-Play. Bring a book while your kids play Legos. Soda tasting in Planet Candy at 1pm. Sample Shirley Temple, Jalapeño Apple & Classic Root Beer. Spend $10 at Planet Candy – receive a FREE soda ‘Volunteer & Thank You’ Tokens are great gifts for Teachers & Staff. Bulk pricing to all volunteers of local schools looking to raise $ for auctions, boutiques & fundraisers. Open Wed.-Sat. from 10am-4pm 1-818-THE-SHOP Mention Jens List for a Free Heart necklace.
Discover the secret of completely protecting your family and kids A Pump Station and Nurtury: Sat., Feb.18th from 1:30-2:30pm A Mother’s Haven: Sun., Feb 19th from 1-2pm Your kids will be entertained, while you find out how to easily name guardians for your kids. You’ll discover how to avoid the 6 common mistakes most parents make that leave their kids at risk. Everyone in attendance will take home a copy of “Wear Clean Underwear! A Fast, Fun, Friendly – and Essential – Guide to Legal Planning for Busy Parents” PLUS you’ll have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to the location you attend. This FREE legal planning educational seminar is presented by Personal Estate Planning Lawyer, Gerry Kane, who’s been guiding families for 15+ years. Register at www.estplan.com or call 818-905-6088.
Silent Auction Donations needed The Oscar Litwak Foundation was created to honor the memory of Oscar Litwak who lost a courageous battle to Wilms tumor at 4 yrs old. The mission is to lift the spirits of hospitalized children getting long term medical care. A great program is “The mobile Playroom”, a customized cart filled with toys, games & arts/crafts that can be wheeled from one room to the next, allowing the patients the joy of play. On March 18th, they are hosting their annual fundraiser at Skateland in NR. If you have a business or a service to donate to the silent auction, all the proceeds will go directly to the mobile playroom program. They are a non-profit foundation with 501(c)3 statuts. To make a donation or for more info, email slitwak@gmail.com.
Are you hooked on Words With Friends? Sam & Company’s blog has great tips on how to win at this highly-addictive, scrabble-like game: http://www.samandcompany.com. PLUS: Enter to win ONE HOUR OF MAC/iPAD/iPHONE tutoring or setup for your Valentine when you like Sam & Company on Facebook between now and Valentine’s Day! Drawing on Feb. 14th. Sam & Company is your trusted source for everything Apple – serving Los Angeles for 23 years. Sign up for their FREE newsletter with the latest & greatest Apple tips, trends and hot new gear! “Sam & Company helped me turn my entire home into a full functioning Apple network that rivals the IT guys at my workplace.” ~ Drew Ohlmeyer (Sr. Bureau Producer, NFL Network) Call 818-222-2101 or email info@samandcompany.com for more info.
Write on Walls? Draw with Jewelry? Imagination Running Wild? The Goodie Bag allows you to color outside the lines with their Design Your Own activities and trendy party favors. Products include removable Dry Erase Boards, DYO Pillows and the hottest party favors on the scene. www.Thegoodiebag.com is the ultimate go-to destination for all of your party essentials. They pride themselves on coming up with the most creative and innovative concepts, and are passionate about finding unique products for events that are fresh, modern, cutting-edge, and above all, FUN! Get ready and have fun filling up your Goodie Bag. Jen’s list members receive 10% using coupon code JENSLIST10.
Week Slim, Sexy and Fit! for Moms! 2 Free Gifts for Jen’s List moms! Join Celebrity Fitness, Healthy and beauty guru, Kristi Frank, As seen On: Season #1, ‘The Apprentice’, Oprah, The Today Show and The View in her new body transformation program where you can eat yourself deliciously Slim&Fit and now at a discount for Jens List Members! The program is delivered online and can be done at-home with no special foods for expensive equipment. For 2 Free Gifts go to www.Slim&FitFast.com to sign up.
Win a Family 4 Pack to the Harlem Globetrotters Have a ball and hoop it up with the entire family when the World Tour hits the Southland! A post game autograph session allows you to meet your favorite players. Tickets start as low as $17, available at www.harlemglobetrotters.com, www.ticketmaster.com, the respective box offices, or at 800-745-3000. Honda Center – Saturday, Feb. 18th at 1pm and 7pm STAPLES Center – Sunday, Feb. 19th at 12pm and 5pm Citizens Business Bank Arena – Monday, Feb. 20th at 2pm To enter to win, email your name and # to sfvmom@gmail.com with the subject: ‘BB’ by Feb. 8th at 11:59pm. Winner will be notified by email.
Exciting new program for ages birth – 24 months called “BABY AND ME”, including a weekend class for working parents! This is a fun way to spend a morning with your baby and get support on your parenting challenges and issues. There will be several Guest speakers who will come share their expertise in the field which will include a well known parenting coach, a pediatrician and more. Class meets once a week to sing, paint, play and meet new friends who will last a lifetime. New session starts February 26th on Wed. or Sunday mornings. All classes are 8 week sessions. Contact Cheryl at (818)346-4979 or email shainaleanne@aol.com. This class is open to the community and is located at Shomrei Torah Education center in West Hills.
Mommy and Daddy Date Night with FREE Childcare Friday, February 24thfrom 7pm-9pm Join Equinox for date night! Drop the kids off at the Kids’ Club then enjoy food, drinks and music with Club MomMe (and a workout!). All attendees will receive a FREE ticket to a future Club MomMe event. You will also receive a 7 day FREE pass to workout at Equinox featuring special pre- and post-natal classes in February and information about our special membership offer. Free childcare provided by Equinox Kids’ Club from 7pm-9pm for children 3 months and up.
Eating for Energy – Free at Whole Foods Market Wednesday, February 15th at 6:30 pm What would your life be like with an abundance of energy and vitality? What foods are best to eat to increase your energy? Join Carol Takakura, certified health coach, CHHC, AADP, for this discussion on the patio.All attendees will receive a free gift!Reserve your spot now – Email sp.wdh.marketing@wholefoods.comor sign up in Customer Service.For more information on Carol, visit www.creativewellnesswithcarol.com. 21347 Ventura Blvd. (at Canoga) in Woodland Hills
New cookbook by RENNY DARLING
No Cheating, No Dying Part memoir and part thinking person’s self-help book – a charming and illuminating look at a happy marriage and the therapies, exercises and attitudes that might make it even better, or not.
Would you like to get your child to listen to you the first time you ask? JoAnne Tuell, LCSW has over twenty years of experience working with children and families on issues such as ADHD, anxiety, school behavior problems, social skills, and parenting. She is available for in-home consultations or you can come to her Granada Hills office. She can also provide a Parent-in-Control group to small groups of moms/dads in your home. Get your children to do their homework, brush their teeth, get ready for school without arguing! Call 818-271-8968 for more details.
10 Signs You’re Probably a Mombie http://blogs.babble.com/kid-scoop/
Free – World City at the Music Center Feb. 11th The world comes to the Music Center with this free performance and art-making workshop series that celebrates artistic traditions from around the globe. Bring the entire family and discover the rich traditions of Central Asia. One of the world’s foremost Afghan music ensembles, Sounds and Rhythms of Afghanistan (S.A.R.A.) incorporates elements of percussion, vocal performance and poetry for a repertoire that reveals the diversity of this beautiful and complex nation. In addition, Ballet Afsaneh will perform authentic dances from Afghanistan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan in elaborately embroidered and beaded dresses. (213) 972-4396 http://www.musiccenter.org/events/worldcity_021112.html
Adult Cooking Classes at Katie’s Cooking School KCS in Encino presents Debby Pearlman & Lisa Dick with the final 2 classes of their series. The classes are on the next 2 Thursday mornings at 10am. Each class ends with a feast. Feb 9th – French Made Easy including Onion Soup, Mixed Greens with Walnut Vinaigrette, Coq au Vin and Chocolate Mousse. Feb 16th – Greek Dinner including Orzo Salad with Feta, Olives & Bell Peppers, Herb & Scallion Rice, Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki and Greek Butter Cookies. For info on these classes or to register, call 818-377-6200, 818-535-4928 or email jeff@katiescookingschool.com.
The Truth About Food Allergies Learn how the latest therapies are helping children beat their allergies at last. Plus, simple ways you can reduce allergies in children. http://www.parenting.com/article/truth-about-food-allergies?src=soc&dom=tw
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Free Parent Education Series – QUALITY TIME Thursday, February 9th from 6:30-7:30pm Parenting is the most wonderful job, but it is not always easy. Just as the most skilled professional athletes still need coaching, even the most skilled parents benefit from professional coaching. Ph.D. in Education, Dr. Andy Mars, offers his expertise to parents for free each month via the Parent Education Series. February’s critical topic is QUALITY TIME. “Our children learn from us; thus, we need to learn for them!” No RSVP needed. Just show up before 6:30pm. 17730 Magnolia Blvd, Encino http://www.kidsla.org/perpend/parent-calendar.html
To Vaccinate or Not To Vaccinate” Thurs., Feb. 16th at 7:30pm This lecture will investigate the pros & cons to vaccinating infants/toddlers. This is an objective lecture, not intended to persuade in one direction or the other, rather, to offer info for parents who are “on the fence” in regard to making a decision. A panel of parents will be on hand to discuss their decisions – a parent who chose to vaccinate, one who chose not to & one who chose to vaccinate on an alternative schedule. As well, Dr. Kenneth Saul from North Oaks Pediatrics, and Dr. Gary Ekfritz from the Brain Balance Center. Additional speakers may be present. $22/Family. Sign up at www.otbee.com, under “Special Events” (left margin of the homepage). (818)348-PLAY Outside the Box 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd, #2220 in WH, 91367
10 of the Silliest Things Kids Believe http://blogs.babble.com/kid-scoop/
This doggie needs a new home From a Jens List member “Due to our son’s severe asthma and allergies to our amazing dog, we have to find her a new home immediately. We have tried everything we can to keep her in our home, but nothing has worked. Our dog Kodi is a blk., border-collie/lab mix. She is amazing with kids and other small dogs. She is 11 yrs. old, but definitely has a lot of life left in her. She is such a lover and we are so heartbroken to have to lose her! Email laurenbeske@hotmail.com.”
Create-A Valentine – Free February 10th from 11am0in FREE photo booth and Sugar Paper There will also be a floral arrangement class given by Botany Flowers. $20. Must reserve a spot in advance for the class at 310-394-0358. Brentwood Country Mart 225 26th St., at W. San Vicente Blvd. in LA
Meditations for Instant Bliss! http://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/meditations
Custom designed cakes for all occasions Custom cakes created just for your special occasion. Gluten free cakes available!
Looking for a salesperson to sell spots for DEALS FOR GOOD on Best Deals T.V. Show on KCAL9 This is a consumer news program on once a week and the segments having to do with nonprofits are called Deals for Good. This is a commission based job that can be done from your home. For more information, email your resume to shelley@csala.com.
Hair feather & tinsel special ~Hair FEATHER extensions starts from $5 each & up. ~Hair TINSEL $5 each or (4 for $15)***material and installation all included*** ~FREE ear piercing-with purchase of earrings ($20-$40). Ear solution included. 15125 Ventura blvd studio #33 (inside sola salon) in Sherman Oaks, 91403 818.212.6924 call/text (by appointment)
Robotic Sleep Apnea Surgery http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2012/02/06/health-watch-robotic-sleep-apnea-surgery/
Best Kids Dance Classes in L.A.” by Los Angeles Magazine. It’s time to register for Summer Camp! Classes for ages 3-93. SUMMER PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS, Preschool Dance, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Acrobatics, Musical Theater. June dance recital. At Center Stage, it’s about more than teaching dance! They strive to develop qualities every child needs to succeed. Building confidence & self-esteem within a friendly environment is what teaching children is all about. At Riverside & Whitsett in Valley Village. Trial class $15 – mention Jen’s List for FREE trial class. 818-763-5125.
Tutor Doctor and Judi Lirman, M.F.T. are proud to present “The Sandwich Generation” Thursday, February 23rd from 7:00-8:45pm This speaking event will provide support and ideas for those who are part of this generation on ways to deal with the routine of taking care of their elderly parents, while still playing a large parent role to their children living at home. Light dessert will be served. RSVP to bmaiman@tutordoctor.com. 7116 Valjean Ave. in Van Nuys, 91406
Deep Body Listening and Body Dialogue. What does it mean to give your body a voice? You can develop the capacity to pay attention to your body, not just for the aches and pains, but for what it has to teach and the stories it has to tell. Talking with or to parts of the body can be a way of focusing our relationship with our self, expressing understanding, empathy, forgiveness, love and letting go. Dina Bernat Kunin, LCSW, incorporates a blend of psychotherapy, energy healing, deep body listening and dialogue, and inter-generational healing. This is an opportunity for deep repair.
Casting Looking for an outgoing, vivacious mother and adult daughter pair to participate in a fun, yet eye-opening age related experiment! Does your mother ever say things like “wait until you’re my age, you’ll understand!”? Or does your daughter pick on you because your age is starting to change the way you move or feel? Email Julie.laplaca@cbs.coma recent photo and contact info. AND Looking for families that have a nanny to feature on a show The families must be outgoing and have a child (or children) 15 years old or younger. The show is focused primarily on Beverly Hills moms but is willing to look at families in Malibu, Palisades, Santa Monica, Brentwood, Westwood, Hancock Park, Los Feliz, Venice, Marina Del Rey, Hollywood and Playa Del Rey areas. Besides the free childcare, during the duration of the shoot, there is additional monetary compensation. Anyone who is interested or has additional questions can email bhnannies@gmail.com or call 323-250-3147. AND Looking for someone with family history of BREAST CANCER Do you have a family history of breast cancer? Does this make you afraid to go to the Doctor for breast exams? Email Julie.laplaca@cbs.coma recent photo and contact info. AND Looking for moms, ages 34-45, who had children in their late teens or early twenties for a fun, new Docu-Series! They are looking for dynamic, beautiful women who traded their 20’s for raising kids. Now that their kids are grown, these women – who are still gorgeous – are going out to have some fun! Email DevelopmentTVCasting@gmail.com with: Your name, Contact number and email, State and City you live in, Photos & A paragraph about you and your circle of friends! |
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