www.history.com/this-day-in-history Good Housekeeping Magazine first hits the newsstands. (1885) Lou Gehrig plays in his 2,130th game, a baseball record that will last for 57 years until Cal Ripken come along. (1939) Baby Day Brothers and Sisters Day World Laughter Day Play the Ukelele Day Loch Ness Monster Day http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=14
This happened to our dear friends – Parents please beware!!! Boy Recovering From Rattlesnake Bite After Saving Younger Brother From Serpent – Doctors say if bitten you should go to a hospital immediately and the boy’s parents recommend parents keep a close eye on their children while they play outdoors. http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/video/7110672
AWESOME swim school in West Hills that is open year round May Special – 10 lessons for $250 and if you purchase the package by Mother’s Day, you will get 2 additional lessons for free! Laura and her team are so terrific with kids of ALL ages and all abilities. She swam at the Nationals & was a tri-athlete. I highly recommend her as well as the list goes on of other Jen’s List members who are super happy too! The pool is over 90 degrees each day. Not only is it important for the kids to keep up with all they accomplish in lessons when it’s hot, but it’s wonderful exercise! Lessons available for all ages(including adults!) starting at 6 months old. Call 818-404-0700 to set up your lessons.
Guitar 101 is back at Girls Guitar School for girls 8-10 years old Starts Sunday, May 6th from 12:30-1:30pm(for 6 weeks – June 17th) No class Memorial Day Weekend. This class is perfect for absolute beginners! Girls will learn basic chords, strumming, and simple rock techniques. Acoustic and electric guitars welcomed (small practice amp required if electric). 14534 Ventura Blvd. in Sherman Oaks
Join Neiman Marcus Topanga for a special reading of the award winning children’s book,Yuki Spread the Love, with author Sueling Garcia Hyde Saturday, May 5th at 2pm Kids will enjoy cookies and milk as Sueling shares Yuki’s adventures. Books will be available for purchase, and a percentage of sales will be donated to The Art of Elysium.
My Gym Classes in Woodland Hills/Thousand Oaks My kids have been going to My Gym since they were little and ABSOLUTLY LOVE IT! My Gym was created over 29 years ago to enhance physical development & individual success for ages 3 mths -13 yrs. old! The #1 goal is your child’s growth/development! They also have fantastic birthday parties & a MOBILE PROGRAM that can bring fun & fitness to YOUR facility! Woodland Hills-(818) 702-6946 http://www.my-gym.com/franchisee_schedule.aspx?id=241 Thousand Oaks-(805) 494-4154 http://www.my-gym.com/franchisee_schedule.aspx?id=240
Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran School Free Testing and Free Registration on Monday, May 7thfrom 8am-3pm Come for a free placement test and free registration for the 2012-13 school year. Shepherd of the Valley School educates children in preschool through 6th grade in the West Valley in a loving, nurturing environment. Small class sizes, beautiful setting, accredited academic program.
Taking Parenting to a whole new level Most current resources and classes discuss your children’s growth, development and behavior. While Mom’s R People Too addresses these most important aspects of parenting, it also addresses THE NEEDS AND DESIRES OF YOU….the whole human being. Too often Moms get lost in parenting and family activities, not to mention work. They recognize that this is a tough economy, so we are providing excellent support at a very low cost. They offer the following services: 1. Questions and answers by email or over the phone. 2. 2 hour workshops led on Saturday mornings or on one weeknight. 3. Individual counseling.
As seen in People, Instyle Magazine and E! TV, Linx and More is creating award winning jewelry trends worn by celebrities worldwide Linx & More is introducing its all-new “What is in Your Heart?’ line of see through lockets to personalize your jewelry with a variety of colorful charms including including letters, birthstones, CZ and enamels. Linx and More also offers beautiful Silver Mesh Bracelets from Italy with magnet closures as well as our trendy cable bracelets. They also have a new “Family Tree” which can be customized with letters that represent each family member. 20% discount to all Jen’s List members! 23147 Ventura Blvd. #250 in Woodland Hills, 91364 (818) 224-4050
Jitterbug Connects your kids to a world of handpicked family-friendly music videos and albums, streaming on demand to your ipad and computer. It’s so easy to navigate that the 2-to-8 crowd can do it while you’re doing other things. Plus, you won’t have to worry about them finding inappropriate content on the Internet.
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Need Your Baby Seat Installed or Inspected? Adam Lari is a certified safety technician in your area and he makes house calls! For parents convenience you can make an appointment that will fit your busy schedule. He provides the education, instruction, and installation. Can come to your home, work, or meet at your local retail store. Purchase your new car seat on the Online Store section of the website. He also does stroller, toys, and other baby gear assemblies! Call (818) 770-2547 or visit www.ITYsafety.com to make an appointment! Find them on facebook!! Infant Toddler Youth Safety
Trotta Associates is looking for moms of 3-5 year old boys and girls to participate in paid research THIS WEEK! Space is limited, so call shortly. All will need to be screened over the phone and not all will qualify. If interested, call 310-306-6866 and ask to speak to someone working on the toy study.
How Do Genetically Modified Foods Affect Your Health? http://www.oprah.com/health/Genetically-Modified-Foods-Affect-Health-and-Body
Cash in on the Motion Picture Industry In an economy where people are working hard just to stay current with their bills, look toward the movie industry for extra income! Productions rent everything and always need new items that will make their series or film unique. Studio Find It offers a way for home, business, land, vehicle, heavy equipment, watercraft and aircraft owners to earn money by renting their items for cash to motion picture studios. Register and list your item for free on their site at http://studiofindit.com.
The Help Group’s Summer Day Camps for Children & Teens with Autism and other Special Needs June 25th-August 24th The Help Group Summer Day Camps offer a variety of camp opportunities for ages 3 to 21! The camp programs include opportunities for campers with moderate to severe Autism to experience social growth & summer fun; social skills camps designed to foster friendship & fun for children & teens with Asperger’s Disorder & High-Functioning Autism; & an all outdoors therapeutic experience for children with mild to moderate special needs. Contact them for more information on individual camp programs!
For the first time, Hollywood will host the Look East: Korean Film Festival, for a weekend celebration of Korean film and culture On June 23rd-24th, Korean actors; Lee Byung Hun and Ahn Sung Ki will join the Look East: Korean Film Festival in Hollywood, where they will leave their handprints at the at the Hollywood Grauman’s Chinese Theatre and become part of “Walk of Fame” royalty. Lee Byung Hun and Ahn Sung Ki , will be the first Korean actors to leave their hand prints at the Hollywood Landmark Theater. The festival also expects to have A-listers in attendance that include: Clint Eastwood, Quentin Tarantino, Oliver Stone, and Pierre Rissient.
Have a party at The Spa Loft! They will delight your guests with pampering, relaxed treatments and services. They can design a unique, intimate experience for Bridal Showers, a Milestone Birthday, a Sweet Sixteen or to impress your most discerning clients. Book a party of six or more and get the entire spa to yourselves! Let The Spa Loft custom design and carefully plan a menu of services to perfectly complement your occasion. Call 818-226-5638 (LOFT) or email headtotoe@thespaloft.com for more info.
Dazzling Donuts They are perfect for Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Birthdays, Corporate Events, Fund Raisers, and School Functions. They serve hot, mouth-watering mini donuts to your guests as they watch them being made right before their eyes by our portable mini-donut factory. They offer a variety of delicious toppings from classic powdered sugar to dazzling gourmet flavors which will have your guests coming back for more.
“The Wrecking Crew” Screening at Woodlake Elementary May 4th at 7pm Sharp Directed by Denny Tedesco, proud Woodlake parent http://www.wreckingcrewfilm.com/mail/woodlake.html Tickets: $20 (plus $2.09 service charge). Buy tix at http://wreckingcrew-woodlake-esearch.eventbrite.com. 100% OF THE TICKET PRICE GOES TO THE WOODLAKE PTSA! CHILDCARE PROVIDED AT NO CHARGE by YMCA Staff. Doors open at 630pm – pizza, candy, soda and water will be made available with donations requested. Sponsorship opportunities available(see website). Running time of film is 99 minutes. Q&A will follow with Director and Special Guest. Sponsored by the PTSA Woodlake Avenue Elementary(SCHOOL AUDITORIUM) 23231 Hatteras Street in Woodland Hills, 91367
Family Tot Shabbat in the Park – This Friday Evening Friday, May 4th at 5:45PM Sinai Temple Dor Chadash Presents: Shabbat in the Park! At: Holmby Park Pack a picnic dinner and enjoy an early-evening kid-friendly Shabbat service and kiddush amid green grass, swing sets and good friends! To RSVP or questions: please contact dchadash@gmail.com http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dor-Chadash-at-Sinai-Temple/258260540893547
Family and Children photography special! Fino Photography is a boutique studio that specializes in children, family, maternity and wedding photography. On location and in studio available depending upon your needs. Inquire for more information. They are currently offering a 30% discount to any member of Jen’s List through the month of June.
Have an upcoming baseball/softball team party? How about a slideshow of the season? Bari has fabulous baseball/softball graphics. This will be the highlight of your upcoming team party or a great gift for the kids who worked so hard this season. Contact Bari today to have her help you take those incredible action shots and she will put them to music on a DVD that your child will cherish forever. Mention Jen’s List and get 10% off your show!
At what point did you realize you had turned into your mother?
The Help Group’s 3rd Annual Special Needs Resource Fair Sunday, May 6thfrom 11am-3pm The Help Group’s 3rd Annual Special Needs Resource Fair is an opportunity for parents and professionals to discover the wonderful children’s resources Los Angeles has to offer its special needs community. Exhibitors in attendance will represent a wide variety of resources all over Los Angeles for children with special needs. This is a free event for families and entertainment provided! For more information, contact Nicole Webb at nwebb@thehelpgroup.org or 818-778-7136.
What you need to know about your thyroid gland http://www.todaysparent.com/health/what-you-need-to-know-about-your-thyroid-gland
Mommy & Me Mother’s Day Boutique Sunday, May 5th from 11am-4pm Education Station and a group of Fashion Trucks and Food Trucks invite all MOMS and KIDS for a day full of fun for the entire family…SHOPPING, FOOD TRUCKS, ARTS AND CRAFTS, and more! Admission is FREE. 10155 Balboa Boulevard in Northridge, 91325
Study: Pacifiers Don’t Undermine Breastfeeding
Show & tell Family Day: A Poppin’ Party! Sunday, May 6th Let’s get this party poppin’! Come for the fun-filled family opening of the show&tell art exhibit. This year, the theme is pop culture, so what better way to celebrate than with a poppin’ party?! Kids will make pop art, snack on treat pops, and rock out at our poppin’ bubble wrap dance party! Parents can art shop ‘til they pop! This Sunday drop-in program runs from 2-4pm and is free (with paid museum admission). 6505 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 100 in Los Angeles, 90048 http://www.zimmermuseum.org/showandtell.html
When is it safe to let a child cook on his own?
Froggy’s Studio Sale Saturday, May 5th from 9:30-5:30 Froggy’s Arts and Crafts Studio Closing: The time has come to change our services; Froggy’s closing its studio doors to open new ones, Froggy’s Mobile, offering a totally all inclusive on location service in arts & crafts. But before we do that, we are having a STUDIO SALE! 20% to 50% off Kid’s Clothing, Fun Books, Great Birthday Party Gifts & Art Supplies. 818-980-3764 11332 Camarillo St. Toluca Lake(North Hollywood), 91602 http://www.froggysartsandcrafts.com/
The Difficulties of Being a Tattletale http://blogs.babble.com/dadding/2012/04/30/the-difficulties
The Little Hummingbird, Children’s Apparel Trunk Show (Girls Apparel Sizes 2-8) May 4th from 5pm – 8pm Come for an evening of yoga, shopping, food, + drinks! Pick up lovely girls’ apparel, sizes 2-8 years old, + quilted blankets. Shop the spring 2012 collection + pre-order fall! Prices start at $16 for great designer pieces. A portion of all sales will be donated to haileyswish.org. Email thelittlehum@gmail.com with any questions. At Deep Dog Yoga 22345 La Palma Ave. #101 in Yorba Linda, 92887
Need a baby nurse, or perhaps you want to be pampered by one of our pre and post-natal experts… At Embracing Babies, they have over 35 pre and post-natal specialists including: birth and postpartum doulas, Baby nurses, Night Nannies, IBCLCs, Fertility and pregnancy massage therapists and reflexologists, yoga instructors, product consultation specialists, nursery set up assistance, placenta encapsulation specialists, fitness trainers, Sleep trainers, nannies, and even chefs that specialize in creating food that supports breastfeeding production. They also have RNs, LVNs and Neo Natal nurses.
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