Friday May 11 2012









Looking for Swim Lessons? Come swim with LennyK Swim Academy!


Not only is learning to swim a great way to bond with your children, great exercise, and fun for the entire family, it also is a lifesaving endeavor! Check out the videos of some of the amazing LKSA students and see how Lenny and his team at LKSA are dedicated to sharing the fun of swimming and water safety.


http://www.youtube.com/user/lennykswim


Mention this listing and receive 1 FREE LESSON at sign up! Registration fees not included one per student, new students only. Not valid with other offers.


Westside JCC – 323-525-0323


Milken JCC – 818-464-3315


www.lennykswim.com


 


 


Today in History


Eat What You Want Day


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=23


Military Spouses Day the Friday before Mother’s Day


Twilight Zone Day


Einstein’s presents his Theory of General Relativity. (1916)


BF Goodrich manufactures the first tubeless tire. (1947)


Jay Forrester patents computer core memory. (1951)


www.history.com/this-day-in-history


 


 


10 Restaurant Dishes Made Healthy


http://www.cookinglight.com/m/eating-smart/recipe-makeovers/healthy-restaurant-recipes-00412000075330/page6.html


 


 


Don’t Let Your Next Celebration Melt!


Experience a taste of the islands with Hu’i Hu’i Shave Ice. When only the BEST will do, let them cater your next event! Your guest will be talking about it for weeks after the party’s over! Great for birthdays, weddings, wrap parties, luau, company picnics, employee appreciation days and more. Contact Hu’i Hu’i Shave Ice at party@huihuishaveice.com to book your next cool story.  They do FUNdraising too: camps, schools, sports teams, and any non-profit organization!


www.huihuishaveice.com


 


 


MEET MUSE and MUSE Middle


Thursday, May 31st from 5:30-7pm in the Lodge at MUSE School


Come learn about all things MUSE – from the early education program to elementary program and starting in Fall 2012, MUSE Middle School. The evening will include conversation and presentation hosted by current MUSE students, families, founders, administrators and teachers. All prospective parents are encouraged to attend and tell a friend! RSVP to Trudy at tperry@museschool.org.


1666 Las Virgenes Canyon Road in Calabasas, 90290


818.880.5437


www.museschool.org


 


 


Restore your core! Slim your waistline! Alleviate lower back pain


RESTORE THE CORE™ is a mat Pilates class designed just for moms who want to flatten their tummy, and strengthen their core! Class is held in a private studio in Woodland Hills at 8:30 PM every Tuesday and Thursday for an effective 50 min core workout. Summer is coming! FREE trial classes are NOW in session! Eight week session officially starts June 5th for just $224. Space is limited. Email Melissa.banos@karnafitness.com or call (818) 631-1257 to reserve your spot. Customized personal training in your home or office is also offered within the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles area.


www.karnafitness.com/ca-woodland-hills.aspx


 


Special Event Icon Learn to play the Violin this Summer! All Ages!


My name is Nadira and my mission as a violin teacher is to teach the violin with excellence while encouraging every student to experience the joy, confidence and sense of accomplishment that comes with playing music! My prices are very competitive! SUMMER SPECIAL: Private Lessons are $20 for a half hour and $35 for an hour at my private teaching studio. An additional fee applies for me to travel to your home. Lessons are once per week minimum. Over 20 years experience in the violin!


www.lessonsbynadira.com


 


 


Dinner with Princess Ariel at Fairies and Dragons Parties


Wednesday, May 16th from 5-6:30pm


Games, magic, face painting, balloons, dinner and lots of fun. Come dressed in your best princess attire. Reservations required.$25/child. Space for this event is limited. Call 818-783-8488 in advance. Fairies and Dragons is a magical location for birthday parties. They also often host all kinds of enchanting events, workshops and camps. And they have entertainers (princesses, fairies, pirates, superheroes, magicians)that can come to a location of your choice.


www.fairiesanddragonsparties.com


 


 


Noah’s Ark at the Civic Arts plaza


This family show appropriate for all ages and really a wonderful dance production to see!


May 19th at 2pm & 7pm


May 20th at 2pm


Tickets are available at the box office and at www.Ticketmaster.com.


www.noahsarkballet.com


 


 


SHE’S HISTORY! The Most Dangerous Women In America…Then And Now!


Amy Simon’s entertaining solo show about women who make and made history, plays Sundays at 2pm – May 13th & 20th at The Lounge Theater in Hollywood. When her ten-year-old daughter came home from school stating she was doing her women’s history report on Cher, this mom on a mission knew something needed to be done. She’s History! brings to life the true tales of fabulous females, then and now. Going back and forth from the past to the present, Cultural Herstorian Amy Simon finds the funny as she chronicles the struggles and accomplishments of our unheralded, unknown and forgotten heroines whose courage and strength inspire her as she raises her two daughters.


For tickets & info, visit www.sheshistory.com or call (310)308-0947.


 


Special Icon Work with a another parent to find perfect nanny for your family


As parents we all have similar needs, but each family, and each child is uniquely different. Finding someone you can trust in your home, and finding the right nanny who will have a positive influence on your children is no easy task. When you work with The Mc Nanny Agency, you will work with parents who understand you and your needs. To start your search please call 818-232-7688 or use their on line family application form. 


www.themcnannyagency.com


 


 


Fire Service and Public Safety Day – FREE!


Saturday, May 12th from 10am-2pm


Join the City of Agoura Hills and the L.A. County Fire Department for a day of safety & fun! There will be a vehicle extrication demonstration, a helicopter flyover, & a vehicle fire demonstration. In addition there will be a DJ & music, a rockwall, a balloon twister, & facepainting. Other vendors include Lost Hills Sheriff Station, US Army, an open ambulance, fire demos, & more! Food is available. The event is at Fire Station 89 at 29575 Canwood St. in Agoura Hills.


Call (818) 597-7361 for more info


http://www.ci.agoura-hills.ca.us/Index.aspx?page=479


 


 


Free Kid’s Music and Dance Program!


Saturday, May 12th at 4pm


Ms. Ditza is back! Come for movement, music and loads of laughter. No reservations required. Invite your friends and family! Snacks and lemonade after show at Temple Aliyah! Contact Rina with any questions at nellieblye@yahoo.com. It’s Shabbat! It’s fun with Ditza! It’s Shabbat ROMP!


6025 Valley Circle Boulevard in Woodland Hills, 91367


(818) 346-3545 


 


 


Movie Ticket Giveaway by Club MomMe


Want to see the movie “What to Expect?” Enter here to win a movie ticket, popcorn and drink courtesy of The Boppy Company and Club MomMe.


http://clubmomme.com/contests/2012/5/3/what-to-expect-when-youre-expecting-movie-ticket-and-more-gi.html


 


Family Fun Icon Valley Beth Shalom Day School hosts a free Hebrew Book Program for parents with children ages 3-6


Sunday, June 3rd from 10-11:30am


Enroll in the Hebrew Book program by attending this event at Valley Beth Shalom Day School and receive free books from Israel, a book reading club with special activities and the joy of watching the Hebrew language come alive. Facilitated by award winning Kindergarten Teacher Ariela Nehemne. To register for the program, call Cindy Goodman (818) 788-2199 or email cgoodman@vbsds.org (English) or Tamar Raff at traff@vbsds.org (Hebrew).


15739 Ventura Boulevard in Encino


www.vbsds.org


 


 


Your Jr. Chef can make fruity dessert for a crowd  
 
Layered fruit crumble cake – dry cake mix sprinkled over layers of canned crushed pineapple, bananas, peaches and baked.  Serves 12.  Parental supervision.
http://kitchenscoop.com/recipes/layered-fruit-crumble-cake


 


 


MEMBERS NEED LEADS


Looking for a certified wood floor inspector. Email LAJoanna@gmail.com
AND


Wanted: Rectangular wood kids table with chairs a la Lakeshore. Must be in good condition and priced to sell. Email JoannaBelson@yahoo.com.


AND


Looking for an experienced wood repair person to fix a wooden mirror that fell and wood frame shattered. Email ncleese@aol.com.
AND
Looking to find two spots for a Conrad swim class in the Valley? Email thebakers@socal.rr.com if you have room in the class.
AND
Does anyone have information on the Chatsworth Montessori kindergarten program? Contact micheletarlow@yahoo.com.


AND


Looking for eco-conscious, environmentally friendly gardener recommendations for weekly lawn and yard maintenance. Someone who uses natural and organic products instead of chemical fertilizers and the like so the yard looks great and is safe for young children and dogs to roll around in. Email elena@creativelements.com.
AND


Do you have a gardener or landscaper near Santa Monica that you love? Looking for someone to remove some large bushes whose roots are lifting up the concrete, and may go into the pool next, as well as install French drains. Then looking for some landscaping and monthly service. Email mail corinth13_4@yahoo.com.
AND


Looking for a car service in Los Angeles that specializes in transporting families. Prefer one that comes with already-installed car seats. Send recommendations to msbergman11@aol.com.


 


 


Free Photo of Moms and Kids at the Santa Clarita Swap Meet


Sunday, May 13th from 10am-1pm


Enjoy Mother’s Day at the Santa Clarita Swap Meet with a free photo of you and your kids. Visit more than 500 vendors and see all the unique gifts and special bargains that are offered every weekend including antiques, collectibles, produce and beautiful plants. Listen to live music, enjoy tasty food and see “everything under the sun” at the Santa Clarita Swap Meet. Free admission for kids 11 and younger.


www.saugusspeedway.com


 


 


Carrot Souffle for Kids & Adults 
 
Good for babies, teething toddlers and grown-ups.  From the Naptime Chef, a mom and foodie who uses her daughter’s naptime for meal prep.  
http://www.thenaptimechef.com/2009/10/carrot-souffle-for-kids-adults/


 


Special Icon Custom window treatment sales, manufacturing and installation


The Shade Shoppe-Custom Blinds, Shutters, Shades, and Curtains.-Spring SALE! They have been serving the Los Angeles and Ventura Counties for over 20 years! As a Better Business Bureau accredited business with an A rating, you can expect first quality window treatments and excellent and professional service! Call now for a FREE Consultation/Estimate! Call Neal at 310-801-2986.


www.ShadeShoppe.com


 


 


Flipflop sandals designed from and for the soul


Design and Shop for flip flops with a giving back buy one give one philosophy.


http://flyingflips.com/


 


 


Baby Town’s Mother’s Day Sale!


Friday – Monday, May 11th-13th


NO TAX on your entire purchase baby thru teen. Also, take advantage of selected floor model furniture and bedding up to 70% off. These are deals that can’t be beat. This is the biggest sale of the year. Come see the new lines of furniture. Check out our great online baby registry. They are thankful for customers like you!


Tues-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5 Closed Mondays 


18725 Sherman Way in Reseda, 91335


818-881-4441


www.babytownllc.com


 


 


Need help with your child’s behavior?


http://www.parents.com/blogs/goodyblog/2012/05/need-help-with-your-childs-behavior/


 


 


Up to 80% Off Discovery Kids Puterbugs


Everyone knows if you have a tech question, ask your child! Now you can put their computer smarts to good use with help from Discovery Kids Puterbugs, loveable cartoon characters that bring the letters of the keyboard to life. Hundreds of educational, skill-adjusting activities keep little minds engaged with fresh content that pops up on the site each week. Give your kids the edge that will impress their teachers with this week’s Groupon from Discovery Kids. Deal good through Saturday, May 12th.


http://www.groupon.com/deals/discovery-kids-puterbugs-dc


 


 


More parents seek aid to pay for grade school


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/09/private-school-tuition-k-12-financial-aid_n_1502977.html?ref=parents&ir=Parents&ncid=edlinkusaolp00000008


 


 


A Morning for Moms Mothers Day Event at Juvenile Shop!
Saturday, May 12th at 10:30am
Food, fun, and education from Certified Baby Planner Ali North and great giveaways from BellyBuds, Coddlelife, Sara Haley Fitness, Sweet Expectations, and more.
www.sweetexpectationsbabyplanner.com


 


Big Sales at Vintage Baby & Mommy in Sherman Oaks


May 10th-May 19th
10% on clothes, purses, puzzles, games & 15% on stuffed animals, very good deals on yet very inexpensive items! You find really cute stuff at great prices. There’s new and second-hand clothes, toys, games, strollers, furniture (crib, commode, high chairs, etc.) and so much more. They also buy/take on consignment baby/kid stuff.


Located at 14441 Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks, behind El Torito (on the corner of Ventura and Van Nuys)


Open Tuesday to Saturday, from 11am to 5pm


(818) 986-9961 



 
Is Your Daughter Too Young To Get a Summer Job and Too Old For Day Camp?
  
 
July 3rd-27th from 10am-2pm, Tuesday and Thursday or Monday and Wednesday


TEENminded LLC introduces an original and interactive summer program during the month of JULY…”Unlocking the Real You”.
Program includes: introspective workshops, artistic and creative activities such as cooking, art, outdoor fun, motivational speakers and more. 


Girls ages 11-13 (Mon & Wed) & age 14-15 (Tues & Thurs). Groups meet from 10am-2pm (lunch included). $100/wk. Sign up with friend, $75 and receive a free gift.
www.teenminded.com


Get Your Yard in Spring Top Shape
Nick, the owner of Bee Green Gardening/Landscaping spring up every yard and makes it look beautiful. He gets rid of all of the old dead winter foliage and planted new flowers.  It is so cheery to drive up to the house now. Nick is very personable and listens to what you want. 


(818) 645-4826


www.beegreengardening.com


 



Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort Villas
Rent a Westin Timeshare in Maui, Hawaii. 2 bedroom 2 bath sleeps 8. Must use 5/26/ thru 6/2/2012. Full resort accommodations, 5 star property. Call Sandy at (805) 4334632 or email poolwatch06@sbcglobal.net. $900 for week.  


RuleRGrowth: Customized Life-Size Rulers to Track Your Child’s Growth 
RuleRGrowth is a great local company that hand-makes six foot, natural wood growth charts that can be personalized with your child’s name in your color of choice. Order online at www.rulergrowth.com and receive free shipping! Call (818) 569-3092 with any questions. “It’s so much fun to see how tall I can be.”
www.rulergrowth.com



Mother’s Day Boutique & Mother/Daughter Tea Party 


Saturday, May 12th at Chatsworth Academy from 11am-4pm


There will also be a pamper party where you can get mommy and me manicures, facials and more! Admission is free. Lots of raffles! fun! shopping and more! if you would like to purchase tickets to the tea and party, contact Heather at heatherlyricandcanton@hotmail.com


 


 


Looking For a Family to Share a Preschool Spot at OneGeneration in Encino in the Fall


Hoping to send child to preschool at OneGeneration in Encino in the fall, but are looking for a family that also needs part-time care to share the spot. Child must be at least 2 years old by this summer. Flexible on which days each child would attend. Email karenkalan@yahoo.com if interested. OneGeneration is an intergeneration facility that has childcare and senior daycare, so the groups interact every day by doing crafts, reading books, singing songs, etc



iCloud Transition Must Be Completed By June: Moodie Consulting Will Take Care of Your Apple Needs 
Are you confused and Overwhelmed by technology? Dan can help you with all you technical needs. He specializes in setup and maintaining your digital life. Highlighted Services:
• iCloud Transition
• Apple support – iPhone, iPod, iPad, Mac Setup
•Video Editing and Family Projects
•Remote support
•Software Installation & Instruction
•Hardware purchasing with superior pricing
•HDTV & Entertainment Center Install and Setup
•Universal Remote Setup


Call (310) 305-3207 anytime.


www.moodieconsulting.com


Why Now is the Perfect Time to Remodel Your Kitchen


If you have been thinking about remodeling your kitchen, now is the best time to get this project on the move. Kitchens will take 3-4 months from concept through construction. The good news is that here in Southern CA you have exceptional weather, so outdoor grilling can really be a huge help while your kitchen is underway. Contact Lauren Jacobsen Interior Design. The first 5 people who call for an appointment will receive a gift. 
www.ljacobsendesign.com


 


Multi-family Garage Sale


Saturday May 12th from 8:30-12:30


5611 Wish Ave in Encino Village, 91316 (off Burbank between Balboa and White Oak)


Baby and kids items, Women’s and Men’s clothes, shoes and purses (including authentic COACH bags), furniture & more.