MOMMY MUST-HAVE: NEW CHILDREN’S VITAMIN New alternaVites Kids is a great alternative to chalky chewables and sugary gummies. alternaVites kids is a delicious crystal powder: – So versatile: Sprinkle it right on the tongue, lick it off a spoon, mix it into smoothies, yogurt, puddings, etc – the options are endless! – 0 grams of sugar (free of aspartame and high fructose corn syrup). – No artificial sweeteners, colors, flavors, or preservatives. – Amazing flavors: Strawberry Bubblegum and Raspberry Cotton Candy. Receive 15% off at www.alternavites.com – just enter Jenslist at checkout.
Today in History Barbie Day http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=332 Panic Day www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Free Infertility Seminar: Jen’s List Attendees Receive a Free Fertility Consultation Dr. Bayrak, Medical Director of LA IVF Clinic, and Dr. Dao from Tao of Wellness will present a free joint seminar on unexplained infertility and the role of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. Topics include the complexity of unexplained infertility diagnosis and advanced solutions that result in high success rates. Attendees will be offered a free consultation with Dr. Bayrak. RSVP required, contact (310) 286-2800 or email info@laivfclinic.com. LA IVF 10309 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 300 in West LA
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AWESOME Boy’s and Girl’s Ages 6-12 FUNdamental Basketball Clinic Starting Saturday, March 10th from 1pm-3pm, “Coach J”, a College Woman’s Basketball Coach, will be holding weekly clinics to teach children the fundamental skills of basketball. She is FANTASTIC with the kids. ALL proceeds go directly to the Maccabi Girl’s Basketball program. The Bring your shoes, ball, water, and be ready for a fun filled afternoon playing the greatest game on earth. $30 per child(all tax deductible). For more info, contact “Coach J”, Jamie B. Rauchwarger, at either coachj12@gmail.com or (818) 621-4360. Held at JCC at Milken 22622 Vanowen Street in West Hills, 91307
Purim Carnival at Temple Judea March 11th from 10am-4pm on Lindley Avenue in Tarzana. Kids can come in costume to win prizes! HUGE carnival rides for all ages. Midway Carnival Games and KidZone for little ones. Delicious kosher food and Vendor Marketplace with incredible crafts and services. Raffle with prizes from great local Valley businesses. All proceeds go to school & camp scholarships. http://www.templejudea.com/purim
Texas Warns Spring Breakers to Steer Clear of Mexico http://news.yahoo.com/texas-warns-spring-breakers
Spring Flag Football The AYFFL is filling up fast for its Spring Season. All games are on Sunday’s. Games begin on April 15thand end on June 10th. Kids aged 4-15, beginner to advanced are welcome to play. They honor the buddy system so friends can play with friends. Normal Registration is $159 but JENS LIST MEMBERS get a special $15 DISCOUNT until Sunday, 3/11 at Midnight. The coupon code is jenslist. Information and on line registration available at www.ayffl.com. Contact Mike at 818-605-3679 or mpetrullo@ayffl.com with any questions.
Website Looking For Humorous Writer to Draft Ad Copy Part-Time Local daily deal website is looking for someone to draft copy for ads. Ability to write with humor a plus. Time commitment is approximately 10-15 hours per week. Contact Wendy at Jafkid1@aol.com if you are qualified and interested.
Los Encinos, independent and non-profit, is a small elementary school with a large commitment to every child. As a small school, our reach extends not only to the child, but also to the family. They provide an excellent academic program within a nurturing environment where children in grades DK through 6 are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and pleasure in learning. For more information, visit www.losencinosschool.org or call (818) 990-1006.
Snow White and Belle are coming to Fairies and Dragons Parties! Snow White will be coming by on Saturday, March 10th from 2-3:30pm! Dress up, face painting, games, story and crafts!$25/child. Please reserve in advance. Wednesday, March 14th from 5:30-7pm monthly Dinner with Princess will take place and Princess Belle will be joining our guests. Games, magic, face painting, dinner, a little bit of etiquette and as always lots of fun! Please come dressed in your best royal attire! Princess accessories will be provided. Advance reservations are required. 818-783-8488 www.fairiesanddragonsparties.com
When kids lie: how parents can respond
Mommy and Me and New Mom Support Group! March 12th: “Crying – Yours and Theirs” -How to respond to your infants’ crying has profound implications for your relationship with them and for their emotional health as adults. Learn how giving your children a safe place to have and express their feelings helps them become secure and emotionally healthy adults. They will talk about how the messages you may have gotten as children can affect your ability to be emotionally present for your own children. The class meets from 1-2:30pm at Bini Birth Loft 5355 Cartwright Avenue Unit 313 in North Hollywood. A single class is $25, or purchase a six class series for $120.
Apologies To The Parents I Judged Four Years Ago http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mobileweb/kara-gebhart-uhl/mom-judgments_b_1319775.html
Peer Harassment in School & Cyber-Bullying Tuesday, March 20th at 7pm TEAM TUTORS invites you to hear Jaana Juvonen, Ph.D., a Nationally Recognized Bullying ExpertSpeak about Peer Harassment in School and Cyber-Bullying. RSVP to carrie@teamtutors.com or 323-356-6160. Jaana Juvonen, Ph.D., is a Professor in Developmental Psychology Program at UCLA. Her research focuses on peer relationships (specifically bullying) and school adjustment of young teens. No charge for the event. 806 North Camden Drive in Beverly Hills, 90210
Cavities in Preschoolers on the Rise http://health.yahoo.net/experts/dayinhealth/huge-rise-preschoolers-cavities
Craving a sleek, toned body, and some guilt-free time to yourself? Kill two birds with one stone: while your kids aged 1+ have a blast, indulge in an amazing pilates class that is so intimate, it’s almost semi-private! Pampered Momma Pilates happens every Thursday from 9:30am to 10:30am at Pamper & Play in West L.A. and includes free supervised play for your kids in the awesome play area. Come try the class and free play for just $20-$10 if you bring a friend! Want more details? Call 310.441.0797 or email carole@pamperplay.com.
Free Haircut! At June and Company Salon Tracy is offering a free $60 Haircut with any Color or Chemical Service. She is also giving you a voucher for 25% off your second visit. Call 818-887-6290 to book your appointment! Her hours are Wed-Sat. But will accommodate to your scheduling needs. She has been in the business for 8yrs and keeps continuing her education.
Estate & Garage Sales This Weekend Frostig School Estate Sale Saturday, March 10th from 8am-4pm Quality Furniture including Armoire, Antique Dining Table and Chairs, Bedroom furniture, Antique Stove, High Quality Large Area Rugs, Craftsman style coffee and end table, Designer clothing and handbags, shoes, Bikes, Treadmill, Toys, Housewares, and so much more DONATED BY OVER 90 FAMILIES! All proceeds benefit the Frostig School celebrating 60 years of excellence in educating children with learning disabilities. 971 N. Altadena Dr. in Pasadena, 91107 AND North Hills Cooperative Nursery School Hugh Multi Family Yard Sale Saturday, March 10th from 8am-12noon 10341 Woodley Ave in Granada Hills, just north of Devonshire Tons of baby/toddler items along with household goods and clothes for both children and adults. All proceeds to benefit North Hills Cooperative Nursery School. AND Estate Sale Saturday, March 10th at 7:30am Many items and collections: Doll’s Victorian & Baby look alike, Bears, lots of wine glasses and glass ware, crib & some bedding, some toddler toys, tons of candles, good quality clothes, Full & King size bed. Old albums. A little bit of Christmas. 13431 Bromwich Place in Arleta AND Multi-Family Garage Sale Saturday, March 10th from 8am-12pm 30806 Overfall Lane in Westlake Village AND Multi-Family Garage sale to benefit March of Dimes Saturday, March 10th from 8am-12noon Huge multi-family yard sale (25+ families) for charity this Saturday March 10th at 8am. Furniture including dining room table, rocking chair, bookshelf, media cabinet, housewares galore, jewelry and handbags, plus lots of DESIGNER clothing, tons of baby clothes, baby carriers, play yards, toys and games. Proceeds to benefit the March of Dimes mission to end prematurity, birth defects and infant mortality. 5522 Hermitage Ave in Valley Village(only 10 minutes from Hollywood!)
Natural Horse Class in Santa Monica Special Introductory Class on Tuesday, March 13th Bridges Academy in Studio City
Family Vacations, holiday travel & survival tips for moms who travel
Lose weight and get healthy working out with one of the top fitness experts in the field for free Looking for people who want to lose weight with a new, fun and easy fitness method. Program lasts 6 months and they will do everything possible to focus on getting you to your weight loss goal including nutrition and one on one consultation.Requirements:
Intuitive Healing & Bodywork: Receive a Free Magnet Therapy When You Book an Intuitive Session
$20 Off Custom Dessert Bars for Jen’s List Subscribers for This Month Only
Prospective Family Play Date Sunday, March 25thfrom 10–11:30 a.m. Adat Ari El
The Best Kid’s Music for Parents Check out this playlist of kid’s classic songs but sung by artists that parents will love to listen to as well.
Recommended by over 20,000 Doctors since 1980 Who do you know that is ready to lose 10 or more pounds? Recently diagnosed with high-blood pressure, diabetic, high-cholesterol? This doctor recommended program safely and quickly helps you reach your target weight PLUS teaches you to how to keep it off! Food program is convenient and nutrient rich. More than 70 choices of food and cost is lower than the famous ones out there. FREE meals to those that qualify. Want more info? Call or text Veronica (818)331-0862.
Green Diaper Store’s Workshop
Affordable, Accessible, ART For Children and Adults Wednesday from 2:30–4 p.m. Friday from 2:30-4p.m. Drawing Together is based on the premise that drawing is a teachable subject, much like learning to read or write. Anyone can learn to draw through Mona’s progressive drawing curriculum. This Drawing Method enhances concentration; promotes problem-solving skills; encourages respect for others; and increases self confidence and self esteem. These benefits have been proven to transfer into other areas of systemic learning.
Furniture Restoration and Rehab David Byrnes specializes in the restoration of vintage pieces – refinishing, rebuilding, staining, stripping, painting, etc. and some upholstery. Collecting and restoring family heirlooms led to his own furniture restoration business. Check out the new life and aesthetic he has given to sofas, dressers, desks, doors, lamps, lighting fixtures, furniture, appliances, and more. You can see samples of his work at http://rehabtreasures.blogspot.com. Other photos of furniture are available upon request. He can also do local pick-ups and deliveries. Call David at 323-301-0032with questions or for quotes.
The M.D.: What science says about working moms, and what the heart says http://www.latimes.com/health/la-he-the-md-working-mom
ORGANIC KID CARE LICENSED family Day Care and preschool in West Hills They provide homemade food from Organic ingredients, prepared with Alkaline water by Kangen Water system, freshly squeezed Organic juices and smoothies. They also make cookies, cupcakes and soups fresh. Children have breakfast, lunch, dinner and 2 snacks in between. They are a very unique Day Care because they are the only Day Care that provides your child with the healthiest nutrition around! They have 2 classes daily.CPR/First Aid Certified, Live Scan clearance, trained in Health and Safety. 818-884-8180
Members NEED Leads – Can you help? Encino mom is looking for recommendations for a careful, insured maid service to clean just-renovated house. Contact amyortner@hotmail.com. AND Mom looking for advice about non-toxic synthetic grass for kids play area. Contact amyortner@hotmail.com. AND AND Looking for 16 to 20 vintage tea cups and saucers for a 6-year old birthday party. Email marilk@socal.rr.com AND Looking for any information on how to stop Woodpeckers from pecking a home. Have put up a net, on one side of home, already. But they are pecking through the net and have also moved to other areas on the home. Contact When27@aol.com. Looking for someone to help with taking 2 girls to dance class every other Thursday. It would involve picking them up at their after-school-care in Encino at 4:15 p.m., taking them to their class in Studio City (starts at 5pm), and helping them get changed into their dance clothes, then you can leave. Quality references from persons who have used your services for similar situations and a clean driving record are a must. Compensation would be a flat rate that would include mileage. Contact kimberly26.2@att.net. AND Looking for a nanny in the Anaheim Hills area. Contact grandparentingplus@gmail.com. AND Can you help a young septuagenarian (someone in their 70’s) moving from FL to find temporary housing? She is moving here from Florida and needs furnished temporary housing (studio or 1 bedroom) where she can stay with her 2 cats (guest house?). Only need 1-2 months while home purchase is going through. Ideally in Encino but would also be fine with Van Nuys, Lake Balboa, Tarzana, Woodland Hills – as long as it’s safe. Just think, would you have your mother live there? Contact darynfriedman@yahoo.com. AND Looking for creative and artistic Kids/Family Photographer with an editorial flair to take pictures of a child’s birthday party. Email wntrgrl@yahoo.com. AND Need a resume writer knowledgeable in finance/accounting. Email kg1976@msn.com.
Do you need a notary? Lisa has 16 years experience as a Notary and is fast, accurate and affordable. She is available days, evenings and weekends and will travel to you. Email notarylisa@att.netor call (818) 585-1403 for more info.
Want the BEST skin of your life or does your LIFE need a change? Looking for dynamic leaders to join the doctors (who created the billion dollar ProActive brand) launch their anti-aging skincare line in Southern California! Be a part of this exciting ground floor opportunity! They are doing for anti-aging, what they did for acne. Flexible hours, work from home, be your own boss, and earn residual income plus bonuses! What could be more fun than talking about skincare that is changing people’s lives? Call Heather at 818-585-5744. |
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