Jays Gold Party You Don’t need Gold to Host. Get Immediate Cash – Hosting your own fun and profitable gold party at home is EASY. Pick A date Jay does the rest. Customize your invitation, Evites, fliers and more. When you host a gold party, you can be assured that your guests will get the highest and fairest price possible. Get cash to help pay bills, buy holiday and special occasion gifts, pay for a weekend getaway or provide a little reserve fund for unexpected contingencies. See what others have to say about Jays Gold party at http://jaysgoldparty.com/testimonials. When you host a Jays Gold Party, Jay will pay you 10% of sales PLUS provide a credit for refreshments. Book today. Jays only a click away – email jaysgoldparty@yahoo.com or call 818 419-8812.
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history Nylon is patented. But it won’t become popular for a few more decades. (1937) NBC TV begins it’s first nightly newscast. (1948) Do a Grouch a Favor Day 911 Birthday http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=311
Come Visit one of the Valley’s Finest Private Elementary Schools W O O D C R E S T E L E M E N T A R Y S C H O O L Kindergarten – 5th Grade NOW ENROLLING for Fall 2012 Applications due by February 29th * Nurturing environment lays the foundation for all your child’s future academic achievements. * Full-day strong Academic foundation for Kindergarteners. * The kindergarten students perform in the top 8% of the nation on the Stanford Achievement Test! * Small Classes == equals == Personalized Attention. * Gifted Program & Accelerated Reading. * After-School Enrichment Classes. * Their students EXCEL in middle school! Schedule Your Private Tour by calling (818) 345-3002. * Limited Spaces Available 6043 Tampa Ave. in Tarzana, 91356
Come visit Whitney (formerly of Handle With Care Gifts) & check out her latest creative venture – THE SHOP in Canoga Park Do you Love the Buddha? Buddha Thermals at Blowout prices: $14! Tanks $11! Schedule of Events for Saturday February 18th: Free Lego Building 4 kids – Saturdays from 10am-1pm. Build-Create-Play. Soda tasting in Planet Candy at 1pm. Sample Shirley Temple, Jalapeño Apple & Classic Root Beer. Spend $10 at Planet Candy – receive a FREE soda Get to know our kids ages 5-12, who run their own businesses within The Shop. Ruby Rocks Accessories created by Ruby Canoga Park Brick Bros. run by Finn Planet Candy run by Elijah Mention Jens List for a Free Key necklace. Open: Wed.-Sat. from 10am-4pm 1-818-THE-SHOP
Team Challenge, Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation Join Team Challenge and run or walk a half marathon in Napa or Kona, HI. Don’t let your new year’s resolutions fall by the wayside! Team Challenge, the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation’s half marathon training program is the perfect way to improve your fitness while training with a team and making a difference. The professional coaching staff has a 100% success rate on race day and the destination races can’t be topped! Enjoy an expense paid weekend in Napa or Kona, HI while supporting a cure for Crohn’s and Colitis! For more info, call (310)694-3343 or email jerickson@ccfa.org.
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
There is always something going on at your local Gelson’s Market Take advantage of these fun and informative events designed to make your life more enjoyable. Carpe diem! http://www.gelsons.com/more/calendar.asp Do you suffer from facial redness caused by Rosacea? Ava MD Santa Monica is currently seeking men and women 18 and older for a Research trial for Rosacea or facial redness. If you have Rosacea along with several red pimples on your face, then you may qualify to participate in a research study to evaluate an oral medication and a topical gel. Compensation for time and travel will be provided! For more information, call 310-828-2282.
Paloma Model & Talent is seeking newborns for several TV shows At this time, she is looking for babies, would love multiples, under 9 lbs only. Please send a sleeping photo of baby that is recent without hat to paloma@palomamodelandtalent.com with name, contact info, dob and weight.
Temple Judea’s Tot Shabbat Saturday, February 18that 9:30am “Celebrating Grandparents & Shabbat” With Rabbi Don Goor and Song Leader Josh Goldberg. Come celebrate grandparents, family, and Shabbat! Engage in a fun art project, then stay to socialize while your children play on the playground. Yummy challah and sweet treats too. 5429 Lindley Avenue, Tarzana, 91356 (818) 758-3800
25% Off Your Entire Disney Store Purchase Feb. 17th – Feb. 20th – Online and In store http://www.disneystore.com/guest-appreciation-cast-member/mn/1010301/
‘Glee’ Inspires Mom to Turn Grocery Shopping Into a Musical http://thestir.cafemom.com/big_kid/132824/glee
Purim Carnival and Marketplace Spring is around the corner and it is time for Temple Judea’s community event. The 2012 Purim Carnival and Marketplace will be on Sunday, March 11th from 10am- 4pm. Thousands of people will stroll through the event for the rides, shopping, food and music! If you have a product to sell or promote don’t miss this opportunity to be in front of thousands of potential clients. Your booth fee will benefit youth scholarships and camperships and the vendor fee is tax-deductible. For more information, email Lisa Kodimer at kodimerk@yahoo.com.
This 9000 square foot showroom is the largest mattress store in the area. There will be ample parking in the back of the store. This location features Sit’ n Sleep’s “Sleep to Live Body Diagnostic Technology”, which takes over 17,000 body calculations to help customers wade through the often-confusing mattress buying process by providing feedback on body, posture and sleep needs to pinpoint a customer’s ideal sleep surface. This location carries leading mattress brands, including Sealy, Simmons, Serta, Kluft, Tempurpedic, Sherwood, and Stearns and Foster. 969 N. La Brea Blvd in LA, 90038 (Between Melrose and Santa Monica)
Play Day and Meet the Teachers at Caterpillar Cottage Preschool Friday, March 30th from 2:30pm to 4pm Come for a mini parent-and-me preschool play day at Caterpillar Cottage! The Director and Teachers will be there to talk about this great child-centered community.$15 per family. Currently they have two spaces left in their Tuesday/Thursday class and 4 spaces in the Monday/Wednesday/Friday class. Spaces for this event are limited. Please email Heather at heather@caterpillarcottage.com to reserve your space.
If your kids are begging to visit the snow – check out these cool somewhat local leads! http://www.redtri.com/los-angeles/5-sensational-snowy-adventures-near-los-angeles
From Generation X to Generation Me
Join “The Self Health Revolution” Saturday, March 3rd at 12pm Lose weight, live longer and look 10 years younger…by ADDING food to your diet? Join J. Michael Zenn as he discusses his simple, common sense approach to health and wellness.Find out why John Mackey, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Whole Foods Market said, “What we need to do is to whole heartedly embrace the principles of healthy eating and healthy living outlined in “The Self-Health Revolution”. I enthusiastically recommend this book!”$5 admission. RSVP required: spptr.marketing@wholefoods.com. http://wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/porterranch/store-calendar/
Our Redeemer Preschool and Kindergarten For close to 30 yrs it has provided a high quality Christian education in a safe, caring environment. The classes are developmentally appropriate yet academically advanced. They provide a broad base of interesting and creative experiences. Their teachers are carefully selected for their background in early childhood and primary education. The low student to teacher ratio that allows them to provide individualized instruction and the highest quality of education. Full-day (7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.), flex hours (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.), and half-day (9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) programs available. Space is limited so enroll now for Summer Camp or the 2012 Fall Program! 8520 Winnetka Ave. in Winnetka, 91306 (818)700-0390
This chihuahua needs to find a forever home He is five years old approx. He is fixed and microchipped and licensed. He gets along great with people and other dogs. His current owners can no longer financially care for him. He loves to cuddle and be on your lap. Please email Jen@hoym.us.
Put your kids’ clothes on autopilot Customized monthly box of the essentials and more.
HALO Performing Arts Academy, Inc. & The Agoura Hills Recreation Center proudly presents ALADDIN Fridays, March 16th & March 23rd at 7pm Saturdays, March 17th & 24th at 2pm & 7pm Purchase tickets online at www.HaloAcademyInc.org/PRODUCTIONS. Call for Special GROUP RATES! 773.297.7444 Not-for-Profit 102.10 Corporation Clyde Porter’s West Valley Playhouse 7242 Owensmouth Ave. in Canoga Park, 91303 (818) 884-1907
Ponies 4 Parties – Have the Best Party Ever! Great for all kinds of events including Birthday Parties, Carnivals, Schools, etc… Kids Love Ponies and we have parties for every budget. Ponies 4 Parties is a unique way to entertain your guests. Have a Princess Pony and or a Knight Pony thrill your child and their friends. Boy and girl parties. The ponies are great for first time riders. Give your child the Best Party Ever and call (818) 561-1095 or email Horsebiz4me@aol.com.
Drop Off Activity for Tots and Preschoolers Tot Club is a flexible & affordable alternative to preschool, located in an intimate home setting in the Culver/Marina area. It’s a 3 hr drop-off play group for tots and preschool age children, led by a mom with her Master’s Degree in Child & Family Therapy. Your child will have a peer group they get to play with every week, while learning valuable social skills, gaining independence, and falling in love with learning! There will also be TONS of laughter, squeals, and messiness too! Free meet and greet play dates are available the last week of every month for those interested in joining a play group! Just email Shelly@thetotclub.comor call (310) 490-1316. Space is limited, especially in the 2 yr. old groups, so RSVP soon.
Mid-winter Family Photography Special! For only $99 you’ll get an on location unique photo shoot which includes a 60 minute photo session, an online gallery of images, select 5 images to be retouched, and 7 professional prints of various size. Golda Shaul Photography specializes in unique family photography. For more info, email info@goldashaul.com, call (718) 916-2550, or visit www.goldashaul.com. Become a fan at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Golda-Shaul-Photography/202673889774172.
Counseling & Therapy for Couples & Individuals Learn the tools and skills necessary to improve your life and relationships.Allison Cohen, M.A., MFT works to improve upon clients greatest life issues. She offers solutions that aid in stronger relationships and greater life satisfaction. Allison has appeared on TODAY show, NPR & has been quoted in COSMOPOLITAN, IVILLAGE, GLAMOUR.COM, AOL HEALTH, WEBMD & more.Specializing in:Couples Therapy – Self-Esteem/Personal Growth – Family Conflict – Anxiety/Stress – Life Transitions – Intuitive Eating – Building Physical/Emotional Intimacy – Communication – Depression. www.LifeIssuesPsychotherapy.com
Sew Lati Couture was created to bridge the gap between fashionable mommies, their children and quality clothing It focuses on unique designs using the finest fabrics, trims and accessories. It is a creation of high end couture meets daily wear allowing children to enhance their personalities and spirits and to make them feel beautiful. Dedicated to creating a children’s line that combines timeless elegance with everyday flair, TJ Hamilton, is passionate about modern colors, luxurious fabrics and uncomplicated style. TJ ‘s creativity and attention to quality and detail have not gone unnoticed; she has created a line of beautifully designed clothing for the everyday child, ages 2-7 that can be described in just one word, stunning.
CSUNflowers: Preschool Readiness “Mommy & Me” program at Language Speech & Hearing Center at CSUN Mon & Wed OR Tues & Thurs: 9-11:30am CSUN Dept of Communication Disorders and Sciences invites you to a language-based Mommy & Me Preschool Readiness Program for the 1-4 year-old. Siblings are welcome.Opportunities to develop and expand language, play and motor skills in an open and supportive environment while playing with Mommy and friends.Parent-professional partnering to enhance the generalization of developmentally appropriate readiness and preliteracy skills.OPEN ENROLLMENT. Call for monthly rates – 818-677-2856. http://www.csun.edu/hhd/cd/cdlshc.html
Dealing with Sibling Rivalry http://www.parenting.com/article/dealing-sibling-rivalry?src=soc&dom=tw
Terry’s Tutoring offers one-on-one, in home tutoring and individual care Children are individuals who benefit most from a custom made teaching program that caters to their unique needs… not from a one-size-fits-all approach. At Terry’s Tutoring, we reinforce their academic strengths and resolve any weaknesses, empowering kids to learn and succeed in life! Each child receives their own custom teaching program designed by the Educational Director. Call us at 818-957-1513 to receive 25% off an academic assessment! Just mention you heard about us through Jen’s List.
Suffering from aches and pains? Hunched over a computer most of your day? Need a massage?
Pioneers of the Possible: Celebrating Visionary Women of the World (Assouline) Angella Nazarian, noted author and celebrated speaker releases her second non-fiction book which profiles 20 of the world’s most inspiring women of the last century who have changed the world – in various fields: art, politics, business, philanthropy, etc. The publication date for Pioneers of the Possible is February 21st, and the book will be released with endorsements on the back cover from several present day pioneers including Martha Stewart, Diane von Furstenberg and Arianna Huffington http://www.assouline.com/9781614280392.html
NEW VENUE — Free Concert for Individuals with Autism and their Families The Help Group & Music for Autism professionally performed, enriching musical experiences in an environment where individual differences are celebrated. The one-hour interactive will take place Sunday, March 18th at 1pm and will feature WindSync, young, fresh and energetic ensemble, entertaining audiences with their unique approach to classical music. The performance is free and will take place atThe Help Group 4160 Grand View Blvd, Los Angeles 90066. Reservations are required. RSVP under Concert Calendar section at www.musicforautism.orgor by calling 877-863-7473 ext. 1.
A Family Room for Everyone http://www.parents.com/parenting/moms/housekeeping/family-room/
Fabulous February with Longaberger! February is packed full of fabulous products and fantastic savings on our new Longaberger Roundabout Baskets, Casseroles and Pottery Pockets! And lucky you — the Lucky Me Basket is available this month only! Add to your pottery collection or replace pieces with our Special Order Pottery Event only in February. Available this year — eight current pieces in retired colors. Plus, three items offered in both retired and current colors! www.longaberger.com/ellenrosentreter www.facebook.com/LongabergerBaskets
Amir Solsky, Martial Arts Master, Acrobatic Instructor, and performer teaches in Sherman Oaks! Amir combines his talent of Brazilian dance fighting w/ amazing acrobatics making him a high in demand Martial Artist for events, performances, &movie projects. Recently he was featured on National Geographic’s “Fight Science” show as a Martial Arts Expert and offers his own class in Sherman Oaks for Capoeira, Martial Art Acrobatics, & Gymnastics. Amir’s classes are for any level, beginner to advanced, and are designed to fit any physical capacity the person might be at. (PROMO: Shira) www.capoeiralosangeles.com |
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