Saturday May 19 2012









Private and Semi-private swim lessons in your pool or ours! Special Needs Teachers
also available!


In addition to their focus on the safety of your child, they also understand that learning is most effective when it is fun! Pacific Swim School teachers are WSI certified through the American Red Cross as well as trained with the Pacific Swim School technique which emphasizes individual attention that is geared toward quickly and safely developing children’s swimming skills in a fun and gentle manner. All teachers have worked with children extensively.


www.pacificswimschool.com


 


 


Today in History


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


Ringling Brothers circus premieres. (1884)


Armed Forces Day -third Saturday


Boys Club Day


National Boating Safety Day


National Dog Bite Prevention Week


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=31


 


 


Sunday Set-Up™ Club – New recipes/menu every week, Save money/time & Eat healthy


Learn how to wash, prep, cook and store healthy food for a week of nutritious snacks and meals that are quick, easy and economical. Sunday Set-Up™ is a food prep routine that celebrity trainer Kathy Kaehler is bringing to the table. Shop, prep and store nutritious food at the top of the week makes for good choices in snacks and meals throughout the week. Join the Sunday Set-Up™ Club to receive recipes that Kathy is making with her celebrity clients. Get a sneak peek into the celebs homes and watch Kathy in their kitchen cooking up a storm Hollywood style. Every new member get two FREE workout DVD’s or a signed Fit and Sexy book!


www.kathykaehler.net


 


 


Incorporate a Business or Form an LLC Fast!


(LLC’s-S Corps-C Corps-DBA’s-Amendments-Dissolutions)


Starting From $49 Plus State Fees – Why Incorporate? Corporation or LLC? Get a FREE Business Consultation – Click: http://www.corpnet.com/start-a-business/free-business-consultation/. RECEIVE 10% OFF your OrderMention or Enter Promo Code: JLEV. CorpNet.com is not a law firm, but their experts can help you Incorporate a business quickly and affordably! Call 1-888-449-2638 or email info@corpnet.com with any questions. They are a small business … just like YOU! GET STARTED NOW!


http://www.corpnet.com/jlev


 


 


Improv & Sketch Comedy Summer Camp


Comedy summer camp at Studio LOL is now enrolling!  Campers spend a week learning improv and sketch comedy from 9am to 2pm. Beginners will fit right in! The Studio LOL teachers are funny and nurturing, making sure every student leaves camp with a happy sense of accomplishment. The camp schedule and registration is available on their website. Email studioLOLclasses@gmail.com for more information.


www.StudioLOL.com/camps


 


Fantastic Social Skills Groups  
 
Dr. David Swanson, Encino-based Child and Family Psychologist, is now forming two social skills groups (Group 1: Ages 9-10 / Group 2: Ages 11-12). These 10 week groups are experiential and curriculum-based.  For more information, call (818) 855-1214 or (818) 986-9666. Dr. Swanson is a nationally respected Child and Family expert who is regularly sought out to appear on several local and national television programs for his opinions on the subject. He is also the author an award-winning book.
www.SwansonContiAndAssociates.com



Raylo’s Beanies: Affordable Hand-Loomed Beanies for Infants Through Adults In Fun Colors & Soft Materials That Make Great Gifts!  
Raylo’s Beanies offers affordable, adorable, hand-made beanies/hats for infants, toddlers, kids and adults. They offer chenille, wool, acrylic, and cotton yarns in different colors for different seasons. These are wonderful baby shower or birthday presents. Some clients are even chemo patients, due to the softness of the yard on their scalps.  
www.raylosbeanies.com


 


3 Days at Valley Trails Summer Camp – 1/2 off!


Camps located in Santa Clarita and Tarzana


Kindergarten – 10th grade.


For the past 42 years, Valley Trails, an American Camping Association (ACA) accredited camp, has provided children grades K-9 with safe summer recreation. Valley Trails relies on the close relationships that are forged between the counselor, the group, and the individual camper to help maintain a safe and fun environment.


http://touch.groupon.com/deals/dc-out-valley-trails-ranch


 


 


Does Your Garden Need a Facelift? 


Makeover your garden and send the kids outdoors to enjoy it. Laura Novak Design will create a garden that will give you and your children a space to enjoy all year long.  Save your money on your water bill, create great curb-appeal, and increase your home’s value! Possibilities are endless: children’s garden, splash pads, turf reduction, vegetable gardens, outdoor rooms, California friendly plants (you may be surprised how lush some of them are!) Free consultation. Excellent references available.  
www.lauranovakdesign.com


 


VMT, a Chic New Store in Brentwood Will Give All Jen’s List Members a 20% Discount! 


VMT is a chic new store in Brentwood that has been written up in C Magazine. They carry children’s pajamas, great housewares, gifts, tunics and jewelry. Mention this ad and receive a 20% discount. There is free parking behind the store, which located at 11973 San Vicente Blvd, #102 in Los Angeles, next to Haven & Co.


Cook LA: Teen Cooking Basics Camp


Each class is set for 3 hours each day and includes a complete meal that they prepare in class. All recipes from class will be emailed or passed out in class. Price for the series is $199 per student for the series of 3 days early registration. Early registration ended June 18th.
1. Getting started in the Kitchen
2. Knife Skills
3. Basic Sauces
Each class incorporates a 3-4 course meal or food which will be prepared with ingredients from the days class lesson.
www.cooklaonline.com/classes/details/teen-cooking-basics-ages-9-17/


 


Join the Fun this Summer, Laurel Hall School Summer Day Camp is the Place To Be & Affordable Too!
 
June 18th-August 10th
Various camps offered by the week: VBS~Praise Band~Sports~ Off Campus Adventures~ Ready, Set, Grow (Academic Fun)~ *Drama Bootcamp~ **Performing Arts Camp (Very Popular)~ Fun In The Sun~ Middle School Bootcamp~ 8th Grade HSTP Prep` ELC Facing Giants` Weekly Field Trips and more.*2 week commitment **3 week commitment
Parents have said. “Time honored program, well established, so much to offer, my kids look forward to it, Water Slides? Really?” 
www.laurelhall.com/summer


General Contractor & Masonry: Guaranteed Work, Will Try to Beat Any Licensed Contractors Estimate 
Experts in: Any kind of work including stone, block, brick, concrete, stamp, driveways, patios, walkways, concrete grinding, acid stain, ADA standards work/approval, and more. Inside and out. Call (818) 332-6964 or email harariconstruction@yahoo.com.


www.HarariConstruction.com


Los Robles Children’s Choir Fall Now Conducting Auditions For the Fall Season for Ages 6-16 
Select Dates in Late May & Early June
You always knew your child had the voice of an angel – have them audition for the Los Robles Children’s Choir (LRCC). To schedule an audition, call (805) 496-9616 or email danarousehouse@yahoo.com. If you want to see the final product, attend the Spring Concert, Sunday, May 20thin Thousand Oaks. Striving for excellence in choral singing by discovering and developing the artistry in each child” has been the mission of the LRCC since its inception in 1997.
www.singingchildren.com



Therapy & Counseling for Individuals & Couples: Learn, Hope & Heal Today  
Allison Cohen, M.A., MFT is a licensed marriage family therapist with 10 years experience helping couples and individuals improve their relationships and general life satisfaction. Allison has been featured on the TODAY show, NPR and WS Radio and has been quoted in COSMOPOLITAN, IVILLAGE, WEB MD, AOL HEALTH and more. Specializing in: Couples Therapy,Self-Esteem/Personal Growth, Family Conflict, Anxiety/Stress, Communication Skills, Building Physical Intimacy, Life Transitions, Depression, Intuitive Eating, and more.
www.LifeIssuesPsychotherapy.com


Violin or Viola Lessons in Your Home!
Learning to play one of these beautiful instruments can be fun and exciting! Music can make your child smarter in other subjects and their focus, concentration, artistic expression and self confidence will soar. Watch your child blossom with the beautiful expression of music under the expert tutelage of Suzanna Giordano Gignac – a professional violinist and violist with over 25 years experience. Call (310) 918-4001 for more information.


 


Big Bear Family Cabin: Memorial Day Weekend, 3rd Night Free


Dogs welcome. 2 Minutes to lake.
www.BigBearFamilyCabin.com


 


Low Credit Scores? Bad Credit? Credit Restoration Group Can Help


Want to buy a new house? Get a new car? Is your credit score preventing you from qualifying? This unique credit restoration services are effective in cleaning your credit files, raising your credit scores and are surprisingly affordable. Co-founded by an attorney, we work with the credit bureaus and creditors in order to legally, ethically, and quickly resolve inaccurate items. They can also help to negotiate down your debt. Call (800) 682-8544 to schedule your free consultation.
www.creditrestorationgroup.com


 


 


Good Habit Run/Walk Club
Thursdays at 6:30pm
Meet up on Thursday nights for a 5k run, walk or stroller push. Free to join, food is available for purchase. Start & finish at Good Habit, located at 1625 E Thousand Oaks Boulevard in Thousand Oaks.
www.facebook.com/pages/Good-Habit-Run-Club/124160201025228


 


 


Good Habit: Taco Tuesdays!


Open Monday through Friday, from 11am – 6pm
Fresh tacos ever Tuesday at Good Habit Foods.
Salmon Street Tacos: Wild Coho Salmon, Citrus Slaw, Sour Orange BBQ Sauce, Chipotle Crema and Queso Fresca
Tilapia:Tilapia and Cucumber-Avocado Salsa
www.goodhabit.com


Stage Right Youth Summer Musical Theater Camp: “Hairspray”  
July 9th-27th from 9:30am-3pm NOHO Pac Theater
Join Veteran Broadway, TV and Film actress Arminae Azarian Reames and a new group of fun professionals at the fabulous new NOHO Pac Performing Arts Center in the heart of NoHo for 3 weeks of groovin’ fun in Hairspray. 750.00/3wks/Early Bird Special 725.00/sign up by June 1st. Non-refundable deposit of 100.00 dollars to secure your spot. Only 30 spots available.! “Starting right will open the door to helping your child pursue their dream. Stage Right Productions is a great way for Los Angeles children to “get the right start!” Email arminaereames@sbcglobal.net for more information.


 


Celiac Disease Foundation: Summer Internship for College Students


June 4th-August 3rd 


Celiac Disease Foundation is pleased to be able to offer two summer internship positions. 30 hour/week commitment. Interns will be introduced to non-profit management, including development of a multi-media history of the Foundation’s role in celiac disease and gluten sensitivity awareness, legislative advocacy opportunities and creation of awareness campaigns. $1000 stipend. Excellent communication skills required. Send resume and statement of interest to marilyn.geller@celiac.org.


 


 


Fun & Dynamic Soccer Classes: Tots Ages 2-5 7 Days a Week Throughout the SFV  
7 Days/Week; morning and afternoon
Kidzkicks is excited to announce its summer soccer schedule. They have more toddler classes than ever and our 2 year old program is especially booming!The program is unique in that it combines real soccer skills with imaginative play and tot favorite activities. The result is 45 minutes of running, jumping, scoring goals and celebrating your child’s many successes. Join the FUN!
www.kidzkicks.com




Cyberbullying Workshop for Loving Parents: Learn How to Protect Your Wonderful Children!  
Saturday, June 16th from 8:30-11:30am
Up to 50% of teens are Victims of Cyberbulling, and many do not tell anyone! Whether your child is smart/not-so, nice/not-so, tall/short, heavy/thin, they can become victims.Judi Lirman, MFT, psychotherapist & teacher, and Stuart Fried, MA, coach, bring you this unique and special workshop. Learn what cyberbullying is, why and how it is such a real threat to our children, and how you can prevent and deal with its dangerous effects. $45 registration in advance – only 30 spaces!
www.lovingparentplace.com/events


 


 


HAMIfest Celebrating 80 years of Hami Pride
Sunday, May 20th from 12-6pm
Join the fun as Hamilton High School celebrates 80 years of excellence! Food trucks, great vendors, dj and live entertainment by the Students, Alumni & Faculty, drawings for fabulous prizes, Hamiltons Marching Band at 12pm, photo booth, Donate a Legacy tile, Fun for the whole family! Admission is free! The event will be on the front of the school on Robertson Boulevard. Free parking will be available on campus or any of the surrounding streets. For more information, email Hamifest@gmail.com.
www.HamiltonBoosterClub.org


Experienced Tutor Offering Summer Sessions In Home!  
Spending as little as an hour a week with a tutor can have a dramatic difference in helping a child to realize his or her full potential. Use a little of that free time this summer to brush up on things from the past school year and get a jump on the next!  Mature, experienced and reliable in home tutor has openings available for West Valley residents. Reasonable rates and excellent references. Email staceysigal@gmail.com for more information. Space is limited!  


Sinai Temple Dor Chadash Presents Israel Matters
May 22ndat 7:30pm
You are invited to Sinai Temple’s Dor Chadash and Israel Matters present an interactive and informative evening of discussion and know-how when it comes to helping to cultivate the next generation of Zionists. RSVP online at www.sinaitemple.org or call (310) 481-3243. $10/person.


CPK Northridge Fundraiser for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America
Monday, May 21st
Join Team Challenge LA for a fundraiser to benefit the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America! 20% of all sales accompanied with the flyer will go to CCFA. Take out and catering as well as dine in are included. If you would like a flyer, email Liz at lizwarren1972@live.com


Custom Designed iMovies Photobooks, Announcements & More


Hard to believe that your cute little one has reached another life milestone and will soon be mitzvahed, graduating from high school, college or “gulp” maybe even getting married! Organize My Media and Christina Sleeper is here to help you preserve these special moments and treasure them forever. Whether you need original announcements, cards, invitations, high speed scanning, video conversion, a slide presentation or even a custom created photo album to remember their baby face, school years or another special time, Christina is available to provide professional consult and a skilled artisan touch to every project. Email holdersleeper@yahoo.com for more info. 
www.organizemymedia.com


 



“Kids Are Smart”


That’s what children’s songwriter David Tobocman says he always tries to keep in mind. With catchy, melodic songs and a tight band that can switch styles on a dime, David’s show is an exciting musical tour for young ears that is entertaining and thought-provoking for entire families and music lovers of all ages. David and his band will be playing at McCabe’s in Santa Monica on Sunday, May 20th at 11am. Tickets are $8.
www.mccabes.com
www.VeryHelpfulSongs.com


 


 


Private Music Study in Your Home With Miss Cat


Piano – Voice – Guitar


Beginning – Intermediate – Advanced


Classical – Pop –  Jazz & Blues


“As the father of two boys on the spectrum of developmental disorders I found Miss Cat tireless in her patient instruction of both of my children who presented her with separate and difficult challenges.”


– Stephen Wolfson – Malibu, CA


For more information, email, ConPassioneMusic@earthlink.net.


 



Flair Cleaners Enlists Customers to Salute Our Military by Donating Items for Flair Care Packages in Partnership with the USO Greater Los Angeles Area 
Donations can be brought to any of the 5 Flair Cleaners locations – Burbank, Studio City, Valencia, Santa Monica, and Redondo Beach -through Memorial Day weekend. Everyone who donates will receive a certificate for 50% off dry cleaning as a thank you for their support. A complete list of needed items can be found at https://www.facebook.com/flairdrycleaners or www.FlairCleaners.com. They will also clean or launder up to 5 shirts, blouses or pants for active duty military and veterans at no charge May 25th-27th.


 


 


Shalom Institute Camp and Conference Center


Join The Big Jewish Tent for SPAVUOT: The Ultimate Mind-Body-Torah Experience 


Sunday, May 20th


Pamper and rejuvenate yourself at the Big Tent health and wellness retreat. Indulge yourself in yoga, massage, meditation, music, fine wine, food tasting, fitness, hikes, and so much more at this ultimate mind-body-Torah experience. Participate in workshops with leading educators, Rabbis, clinicians, and fitness and wilderness experts. Horseback riding, massage treatments, personal stylist and diet consultant available. Must register in advance at www.bigjewishtent.com.


 


 


Positions Available


Physical and Occupational Therapy Positions Now Available in Tarzana 
 
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy job openings in San Fernando Valley.
Fax Resumes to (818) 705-5566
Golden Age ADHC
18332 Ventura Blvd. in Tarzana, 91356
818-345-9393


AND


Assistant Needed For Children’s Clothing Line


Jam On Baby, a children’s fashion brand based in Encino, is looking for a self-motivated enthusiastic Assistant to start immediately. Duties will include, but not be limited to, production, marketing, social media, PR, customer service, e-commerce, and administrative work. Applicants should be reliable, resourceful, organized, able to multi-task and have superior communication skills. Email jandnicolz@gmail.com.


-Must be computer literate, Mac preferred


-Reliable transportation required


-Knowledge and understanding


www.jamonbaby.com


AND


Part time Salesperson Needed


Looking for part time salesperson for upscale women’s clothing boutique in Woodland Hills. Email resume to jandnicolz@gmail.com or inquire at (818)999-0991.


 


 


Some birth-control pills may triple risk of blood clots; FDA suggests consulting with your doctor 
 
About drospirenone.
http://www.oregonlive.com/health/index.ssf/2012/05/


 


 


Family Yoga with Live Music!


Sunday, May 20th from 11am-12pm at Westlake YogaWorks


Family Yoga welcomes all ages and promotes family togetherness. Individual, partner and group poses, simple breathing techniques and creative movement make this a fun and active time for everyone. This unique class is free for YogaWorks members and $8 for each non-member. It is taught by Certified Yoga Instructor, Julie Markovitz RYT with live music provided by Stella Davies. Contact julie@danceyoga.com or www.danceyoga.com for more information.


2475 Townsgate Road, Westlake Village, 91361