A Personalized Approach to Finding Your Perfect Nanny After serving as a nanny herself (13 years for same special family), Heather, co-founder of Classic Nannies’, primary objective has been to bring families and top-tier nannies together into the same rewarding experience she shared and will always treasure. After scores of successful placements, she strives to do the same for you! “After a great deal of frustration with other agencies as well as looking on our own, Heather’s personalized approach made the placement process easy. We’re very happy.” – Leslie & David, Pacific Palisades Thoroughly screened and vetted domestic professionals that surpass your expectation. Housekeepers and Baby Nurses too! Mention Jen’s List & receive a special discount! 818-274-2300
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history The first color pictures of Earth from space are sent back from Apollo 10. (1969) Nelson Mandela becomes South Africa’s first black president. (1994) Clean up Your Room Day Windmill Day http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=22
Beautiful Slipcovers & Reupholstery – Free In-Home Consultations I had the pleasure of doing business with Fabrics Up Front and they were WONDERFUL! Are you looking to update your living room or any of the rooms in your home? Fabrics Up Front offers Slipcovers and Reupholstery at GREAT prices. Slipcover your 7-8 ft couch for $499 or Reupholster your 7-8 ft couch for $599 – Including Fabric! Are kids, pets and all their buddies making your home look more “lived in” than you’d like? Fabrics Up Front has 1000’s of fabrics to choose from and many stain resistant and washable! Call (818) 780-8051 for more information.
“More Parents Delaying Kindergarten To Give Their Kids An Advantage”
Northridge Martial Arts Academy Evolution Martial Arts Academy has just opened in Chatsworth! If you, your family, or friends are interested in learning some self-defense and getting fit this is the place for you! Evolution offers Hapkido Martial Arts, Kickboxing, and the new craze, CrossFit. Some of the benefits offered in all of the programs include: Building Confidence Setting Goals and Achieving Them Increasing Fitness Levels Improving Focus and Concentration Meeting New People and Building Relationships Most Importantly, Having fun! Take advantage of the great prices offered through our Pre-Grand Opening Special. Call (818) 850-0671 and ask about the family discounts and how family members can train for FREE! 20850 Plummer St. in Chatsworth, 91311
Owner of We Rock the Spectrum Kids gym for “ALL” kids featured in Tribe Magazine http://www.tribejournal.com/features/2012/04/momtrepreneurs/
Here are some helpful hints and money saving tips at Disneyland http://lamomsdig.com/blog/disneyland-helpful-hints-and-money-saving-tips/
The Little Red Barn in Calabasas is having a 20% off sale on ALL Newport Cottages orders until May 20th! Great new styles & beautiful colors! Newport Cottages is known for their wonderful quality and use of no chemical paints. Made in Southern California! From cribs to bunk beds, changers, dressers & kids tables, they have it all! Visit www.littleredbarnLA.com to view the whole line and color selections. 818-591-2007 23504 Calabasas Rd. in Calabasas 91302
Shopping Carts are Teeming with Bacteria MSNBC reported that researchers at the University of Arizona tested 85 shopping carts in several states for the presence of bacteria, an astonishing 72% of the tested carts were positive for fecal bacteria. Then out of 36 tested half of them were contaminated with E. Coli. This awesome shopping cart cover comes in a variety of prints to suit your design taste. It is vinyl with a cotton print lining and velcro closure. The cover can be easily wiped clean with an anti-bacterial wipe and is machine washable! ONLY $10 & includes free standard shipping within the US. http://itsyglitsy.com/ShopBoutique.html#ixzz1uQorw100
Green Diaper Store: Eco-Friendly Products for the Family They have expanded their product line to include eco-friendly toys, feeding products, breastfeeding, bath and body products and so much more. Their next free cloth diaper workshop has been scheduled for June 16th at 1pm in West Hills. Learn everything you ever wanted to know about choosing and using cloth diapers. They will explain why cloth is the best choice for baby, the differences between the different types of diapers and the pros and cons of each. RSVP to lisa@greendiaperstore.com.
Magical Memories Restored With Music http://www.smmirror.com/articles/Health/Magical-Memories-Restored-With-Music/33386
Brentwood Preschool has spots available Summer and Fall. Award winning Berwick Buddies There are just a few spots available at the award winning preschool Berwick Buddies! This top 10 voted preschool (by redtri.com) is a wonderful, warm environment for children. Offering a Reggio inspired program, with a fun phonics program and much, much more! Full day 9am-3pm for potty trained kids ready to play and learn! Summer July 9th-August 3rd. Fall spots available too! Contact director, Karyn Saffro, at 310-472-0144 with questions!
Michele the Trainer lost 165 pounds and has kept it off no drugs no surgery since 1998, she wants YOU to feel great too! Email Michele at michele@michelethetrainer.com. Kids Placemats featuring Organic Playdough recipes and Organic Kids Fun Snacks: http://www.michelethetrainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012. $10 each or $45 for 4 mats. Shipping $5 in CA. Try this new idea! Michele’s Organic Melon Baller Fruit Kabobs – Make Organic Melon Fruit Kabobs with Organic Melons using Melon Baller–then Freeze them! Serve Frozen. Call 877-409-1758 or visit http://www.michelethetrainer.com/michele-the-trainer/shop for more info. Got a group? Visit www.michelethespeaker.com.
A sweet pair of dogs desperately need a home Owner passed away. Must be adopted together! Dogs currently in LA but will pay for transport & food/meds for anyone willing to adopt/keep together! Obo – Scottish Terrier Mix – Male – 11 – Adorable & submissive to humans & dogs. Outgoing & love walks though deaf & blind (can see a little from my right eye). Lover. Vetted & vaccinated. Neutered 42 lbs. Possible lipoma on tushy (full blood panel was negative!). Belle – Dutch Shepherd Mix – Female – 8 – Intelligent, sweet, & submissive to humans. Loves to be pet, walked and be in charge of Obo! In professional training for occasional dog aggression – probably just “protecting” Obo. Vetted, vaccinated, normal, full blood panel. Spayed. 41 lbs. Email talitha.wegner@gmail.com OR reneruston@me.com.
Funny and So True! “Mama!” an original song about motherhood Check out this funny song about the push and pull of motherhood – http://youtu.be/b6NaAJWroeE.
Bet you can’t tell the difference between a professional digital camera image and one taken by a camera phone! http://blog.htc.com/best-camera-phone/?cid=earned_onephotocompare_I02
Do you own a business with goods or services? (a note from Jen Levinson) On June 3rd, Round Meadow Elementary School, where my three oldest boys attend, will be hosting its Annual Carnival & Silent Auction, to raise the desperately needed funds to continue serving our kids with a great education. Your business name will be shown next to your donated item and listed in the monthly Round Meadow newsletter and on Bidding For Good, which is a National auction site for charities. The auction will also accept unused gifts or goods you have sitting around collecting dust! Please email tamar.hermes@gmail.comfor the donation form and to get the all the materials to us. The event is not until June 2012 for any certificates that are dated. Sincere thanks for your support and generosity!
City of Los Angeles Anonymous Gun Buyback Saturday, May 12th from 9am-3 pm 6 location across LA. https://local.nixle.com/alert/4824428/?sub_id=277534
Be in an ANTI-BULLYING music video! Join In The Movement to STOP bullying by being in this music video! The rock band Breaking 27 is shooting their first music video and want you to be in it! They need 100 kids ages 8-15 (must sign a release form) Saturday, May 19th! There will be two different time blocks either 8am-2pm or 2pm-8pm. At Hesby Oaks School in Encino Email Audrey Wright at audpinewright@yahoo.com.
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Celebrate Mother’s Day! • Border Grill – Mention DowntownLA.com and receive free bottomless mimosas for mom. (213) 486-5171 • Chaya Downtown – Mention DowntownLA.com and receive complimentary bottomless mimosas. (213) 236-9577 • Grand Café at the Omni – Complimentary bottomless mimosas with mention of DowntownLA.com. (213) 356-4155 • Blue Ribbon Garden – Mention DowntownLA.com and receive a complimentary mimosa for mom. (213) 972-7565 • Café Pinot – Receive a complimentary mimosa for mom with the mention of DowntownLA.com. (213) 239-6500
Great event for parents! Mon, May 14th at 7:30pm The City of Beverly Hills presents renowned photographer Judy Gelles giving a presentation about her recent “Fourth Grade Project” in which she asked diverse fourth graders simple questions and their answers wove a compelling tapestry of young lives around the globe. Bonus: the event will take place in Beverly Hills City Hall’s swanky council chambers (455 North Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA). Included in the project are students from an inner-city school, a Jewish day school, a private Quaker school, a Hispanic public school, a school for migrant children in China and an English-speaking school in India. Free parking is available in the Civic Center parking structure.
REDUCED Timeshare for Sale! NORTH BAY AT LAKE ARROWHEAD Total cost is $300 total (reduced from $500). Paid $6K+. All payments are current. Paid in full and current on maintenance. Will Quit Claim transfer deed immediately. Torrey Pine Dwelling unit mid season on a floating week (spring and fall) – odd year only. Studio unit accommodates 4 people with kitchenette. Can be signed up with Interval or RCI. Contact lakearrowheadtimeshare@yahoo.com with questions or offer.
Saturday, May 19th Document Shredding Helps Fight Identity Theft
Scarffie – The Only Scarf with Pockets! Perfect for Mom’s or anyone looking for a unique gift!Tired of carrying your purse everywhere? Scarffie is your perfect solution! It is the only fashionable scarf with pockets. The perfect way to carry your keys, money, lipstick, or any small items that you may need when on the go! When carrying small children, take advantage of the pockets instead of carrying your heavy purse. The fabric is beautiful. Choose from solid colors to prints. You will fall in love with this accessory the first time you wear it! Visit www.scarffie.com and place your order by emailing dgreens716@aol.com and you don’t pay shipping!
Elisabeth Badinter, Author Of ‘The Conflict’ On What’s Holding Mothers Back http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/24/
FREE Raw Food Prep Class with Nutritionist Ani Papazyan Thursday, May 17th at 6pm Learn how to (un)cook the raw food way! You’ll see how easy it is to prepare healthy dishes that are fast, easy, have very few ingredients with nutritionist Ani Papazyan. Ani has taught a number of wonderful classes at several Whole Foods Markets in the area, and her guests are never disappointed! See what all the fuss is about living life the RAW way! About Ani: Ani Papazyan is a licensed massage therapist, nutritionist, certified lifestyle educator, and certified personal trainer. http://www.facebook.com/WholeFoodsTarzana/events
As summer is approaching now is a good time to have your child try out a piano or singing lesson Working around camp and vacation schedules we can arrange to meet in order to start your child off on a journey to not only learn music but to learn more about perseverence, patience and focusing. Your child will have fun learning to read notes and enjoy the music.
Esthetician Lead Recommended by Jens List member alinago@yahoo.com “Kristan at Salon HG (805-497-4595), is truly amazing. Kristan specializes in beautifying the skin with various cosmetic skin treatments including hair removal (waxing). Most relaxing facial I had ever!”
Earn Extra $ while working around your families lives Dr. Katie Rodan & Dr. Kathy Fields creators of Proactiv Solution® ~ the world’s #1 selling acne brand ~ are doing it again with their new Anti-age skin care line Rodan + Fields Dermatologists. How do you fit in? This time the doctors are letting real people profit BY PARTNERNING WITH THEM IN THEIR NEXT BIG THING! This is a ground floor opportunity in a 2.5 billion $ industry that can change your life. Can you imagine if you partnered with the doctors when they first demonstrated Proactiv® where you would be today? *Flexible work schedule *Be your own boss *Work from home 818-268-3884 https://taraterino.myrandf.biz/
Independent Lilla Rose Consultant Holly Noble was tired of her hair claw (which she wore everyday) before she discovered the Flexi clip. The Flexi clip is an elegant alternative to plastic hair claws. The clips are beautiful and let you create different hair styles in seconds. Flexi clips are made with musical wire and work in all types of hair from baby-fine to very thick; they stay in place for hours, don’t bump the car headrest when driving, and don’t result in hair-claw headache. It is time to “Forget the Claw” and fall in love with the Flexi clip.
Jewish Single Escapes Retreats for 40+ singles.
Creative Painting Techniques 10% Discount & Free Estimate for Jen’s List members. Commercial/Residential Painting Interior/Exterior, Color Consulting, Stain, Decks, Drywall, Stucco, Plaster Repair, Texturing, Wall Paper Removal, Woodwork, Installing Base Boards & Moldings, Re-Finishing Cabinets, Faux Finishing, Framing, Cutting & Installing Crown Moldings, Base Boards & More. Owners always working on site to ensure that you the customer get experienced quality and personalized workmanship, high quality work and materials. Fair compatible prices. Licensed, Insured & Bonded. Never using sub contractors. References available. 818-883-7643 www.Creativepaintingtechniques.com
Help your elementary students retain their school skills during summer vacation – Hire theTUTORmom! TheTUTORmom serves San Fernando Valley to Oak Park. This mom is a credentialed Elementary teacher, with a Master’s in Counseling Psych. Whether it’s catching up on skills, understanding concepts, or simply reviewing and staying motivated, theTUTORmom promises that your student will be excited about learning, while feeling good about themselves. Besides one on one tutoring at your home, theTUTORmom will also be teaching “summer skills” groups during the mornings of summer break. To receive discount pricing, ask about hosting a summer skills group at your home. Contact Mrs. Chavez at 818.599.0358 or email jchavez4edu@aol.com.
Private Swimming Lessons for of all ages and levels Lauren Berger is a Private Swimming Instructor. She teaches in the comfort of your own pool. She has been teaching lessons for the past 7 years and is certified by the Red Cross in CPR and WSI training. She specializes in water safety for children of all ages. She focuses on learning and improving various strokes and swimming abilities. She strongly believes in having fun while building confidence and trust. Email lberger29@gmail.com or call (818) 324-4259 for more info. |
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