Calabasas Preschool – Calabasas Distinguished Preschool Montessori of Malibu Canyon – Now Enrolling for Fall 2012 For children, ages 2-6 – Offering K. This unique school offers a safe, secure and clean campus. *Certified Master Teachers *Exciting & Magical Curriculum *Large Classrooms (Nearly 1000 Square Feet!) *Daily Yoga *Music, Dance and Fine Arts *Little Travelers Curriculum *Parent Education Workshops *BPA Free *Organic Gardening *Over an acre playground! Professional and Caring teachers who are dedicated and passionate! Call (818)880-0555 to Schedule a tour.
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history In the very first All Star Baseball game, the American League wins 5-2.(1933) National Fried Chicken Day First picture postcard made http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=83
Baby Town’s Moving Sale – Everything Must Go! All in store floor models and accessories below their wholesale cost. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get what you need for your baby, toddler, and or teen. These are the lowest prices you can find! They are SOOO thankful for customers like you. Hours: Tues.-Sat. from 10am-6pm and Sun. from 12-5pm 18725 Sherman Way in Reseda, 91335 818-881-4441
Now is your Chance to go from Surviving to Thriving! This is an AWESOME long-term plan where you work 1-on-1 with a Health Coach to lose weight and feel better. The Take Shape For Life program typical results are up to 2-5 lbs. lost per week. There are no meetings, program fees, drugs or stimulants & a plan that’s less than you spend each day on food! My good friend & Certified Health Coach, Laura Krupp, will share with you how to make the impossible…possible! She gives you the tools to visualize what is possible for you & how you can create the life you never even imagined was possible. Laura & her husband, Jon, have lost an incredible total combined weight of 180+ pounds, to date! SO amazing! I have recently tried the program & think it’s fantastic.
Aquatic Safety Instruction, has been Giving the gift of water safety ™® since 1978 Learning to swim is not enough, Learning to survive is EVERYTHING! ™® Morning class are now open! ASI is one of the founding Water Safety Instructional schools in the So Cal. Providers for the American Red Cross, all aquatic staff are Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Lifeguard (LG) certified. All teaching staff are credentialed educators. Their staff are committed to each students success. Pools are heated to an average of 88 degrees. Having a pool party? Let their Lifeguards watch the pool so you can enjoy your guests. Referred by many of Jen’s List members. Email information@aquaticsafetyinstruction.org or call 818 363-0221 for more info. www.aquaticsafetyinstruction.org
“Tot Shabbat” at Temple Adat Elohim. Because it’s never too early to learn the joy of the Sabbath Form joyful memories of their introduction to Synagogue by bringing your youngest children to Tot Shabbat, held the first Friday of each month at 6:15pm. For infants through first graders and their families, Tot Shabbat includes prayers and songs adapted for the very young that are also taught in the Early Childhood Center. It’s a great way to connect with other families, too. The 45-minute service is followed by a child-friendly Oneg Shabbat reception on the playground. Call 805.497.6920 or 805.497-7101 for more information. 2420 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, 91362
Looking for a FRESH way to celebrate your child’s birthday?
A Mother’s Haven in Encino announces the summer session of Sign Language for Babies – communicate with your baby before they can talk! Level 1 classes for babies 6-18 months old are on Wednesdays at 3:30pm starting July 11th and Saturdays at 10am starting July 14th. Level 2 classes for babies 9-22 months old are on Thursdays at 3:30pm starting July 12th and Saturdays at 11am starting July 14th. Call 818-380-3111 for more info or go online at www.shopthehaven.com/sign-language-registration.html.
10 Super Foods to Make Your Shake An Awesome Smoothie http://www.idealshape.com/healthy-smoothie-ingredients/?awt_l=I7A.F&awt_m=3ZhNF3fvUVbum6l
Sat., July 7th from 10am-6 pm & Sunday, July 8th from 10 am-5pm Catfish Bite manufactures infant to adult cottage style bed linens and décor items for upscale boutique department stores & mail order catalogs. Find bed linens with oodles of designer fabrics, trims, ribbons, unique buttons, silk & vintage styled flowers as well as bed linens, pillows, colorful wastebaskets w/ matching tissues boxes and decorative oval wall plaques, bed crowns/ canopies, gift items and more all with an eclectic cottage style with a vintage retro flair. Cash/ CC. 3822 Willat Ave., Culver City, 90232. Try to Park at Trader Joes (2 hours free)
Clutter Free is the Way To B! Are you in a messy funk? Neely Gurman will get rid of your junk! If organization is what you need, she can bring you up to speed! Neely can help you organize your kitchen, closets, drawers, bathrooms, home offices, and more. Call 818-326-1672 to help declutter your life. This could be a great gift to a friend! Get organized before Summer is over.
AWESOME BAKERY – You and your guests will NOT be disappointed! Something different vs. your standard grocery store dessert! We have used her over and over and every time the cake or cookies she makes are a HUGE hit! “Bella Donna Special Events And Bakery” is filled with your favorites. Donna McDaniel-Pavlock has spent most of her adult life with a mike in one hand and a mixing bowl in the other. After 12 years as a successful event planner, her bakery addition is just the next, sweet step. Let Donna and her staff create your dream. Go in and try an orange creamcicle or banarama cupcake, or a traditional chocolate fudge or coconut cake – it’s all there and more! 21727 Sherman Way in Canoga Park 818 704-5032 www.belladonnaspecialevents.com
For all of those with kids at sleep away camp This is VERY funny!
All girls club held at the beach! Starting July 2012! Tues./Thurs. from 10am-2pmn in Santa Monica An exclusive club for young girls focusing on etiquette, self esteem, and positive community involvement! Sand Sisters has a daily lesson on etiquette and self esteem, followed by fitness and nutrition lessons, and fun in the sun! Surfing, acting, money management, volleyball, book clubs, etc are all a part of the curriculum. This is a have to for your little girl! www.facebook.com/sandsistersLA
Mommy & Me Photography Portrait Special For a limited time Bizzie Photography is offering a special on her Mommy & Me Sessions! All Jen’s List readers will receive a one-hour Mommy & Me session and CD of images for $99 ($230 value). Just mention this ad when booking your session. Session times are filling up fast, so call today 818-634-5438 or visit www.BizziePhotography.com to book your session.
Top Health Risks for Men over 40 http://health.yahoo.net/articles/mens-health/photos/7-top-health-risks-men-over-40#0
Announce the Birth of a Baby with Lawn Storks
Garage Sales Saturday, July 7th from 8am-2pm Moving and selling some Farmhouse Country furniture and some collectibles. Also, kitchen items for sale and some other incredible items. 2065 Mandeville Canyon in Brentwood – 1 mile up from Sunset. AND Saturday, July 7th from 8am-3pm – No early birds. Family moved and had to downsize. TONS of great items! 5789 Fairhaven Ave. in Woodland Hills, 91367(Cross streets are Valley Circle Blvd. & Valerie) AND Saturday, July 7th from 8am-1pm Inventory Priced to Sell! Hardly used beautiful light wood convertible crib. Complete Perfect Sumersault Crib Bumper set, Britax Car Seat. Queen Brass Bed. Refrigerator Freezer, Brand new and almost new clothing for children & adults, size 4 wedding dress, home decor, many toys, small boy’s bicycle, sporting goods, kitchen items, & more! 537 Monteleone Ave (Off of Kanan Rd.) in Oak Park 91377 AND Sunday, July 8th from 8am-2pm Yard Sale and Barbeque – New and gently used children’s clothes, toys, and electronics. While you shop you can enjoy homemade ribs and spicy pasta. 500 Newton Street in San Fernando, 91340
Traveling with Your Little Ones Soon? Join Club MomMe and Baby Gizmo for Traveling with Little Ones Made Easy by Baby Gizmo on Wed., July 18th at 1pm at Right Start in Manhattan Beach. Free child care provided at Right Start by urbansitter. They will discuss the best gear for traveling with your little one(s), travel secrets and tips. Lunch and refreshments provided for moms and little ones by Plum Organics. You’ll receive a discount to purchase the products we discuss at Right Start. Every mom-to-be gets a gift bag with Peeled Snacks & full-size products and a giveaway entry for items like a Britax stroller and convertible car seat, Baby Bjorn Travel Crib, Baby Bjorn Carrier, Babasling Carrier, Boppy Travel Pillow and more. Giveaways worth $3,500+! http://travelingwithbaby.eventbrite.com/
Laughing Pizza – A real family band that makes original pop music for kids & their parents Dad, Billy, and mom, Lisa combine their skills as award winning song-writers; classically trained musicians (Juilliard, Berklee) and teachers; with their multi-instrumentalist daughter, Emily to create fun, inspiring music for the whole family. They’ve been on the Today Show, performed at the White House (twice – including with Miley Cyrus and the Jonas Brothers) and are featured on PBS TV stations every day. Laughing Pizza has also been seen in numerous magazines, as well as on CNN, CBS Showbuzz, NY1, CN8, and Fox Morning Atlanta. They have released two DVDs and 3 CDs on their “Little Bean Entertainment” label, and are the proud recipients of six Parents’ Choice Awards.
Randy Kaplan Live at PLAY Tuesday July 10th at 10am $8 – Kids Under 1 Are FREE. Call 323.988.1189 for reservations. 5814 W. 3rd St. (a few blocks west of La Brea) in Los Angeles, 90036
Must See Sights On Earth http://www.cnn.com/2012/07/03/travel/must-see-sights-on-earth/index.html?hpt=hp_c2
Calling all prenatal and postnatal moms for a fun and informative 2 day Infant Massage Workshop! 2 Fridays from 5:30-7pm – July 27th & Aug 3rd Would you like to learn new and completely natural ways to help your baby sleep better and poop easier? Would you love to meet other cool moms near you who are experiencing much of the same things you are? Then come join certified instructors of The International Association of Infant Massage; yoga instructor and mother of 3, Melissa Bechtel and massage therapist of 17 yrs, Jessica Carter, who are pairing up once again to teach this fun and informative workshop.
5 Great Ways to Save Money This Summer http://national.macaronikid.com/article/314519/5-great-ways-to-save-money-this-summer
Free Dojo Jam Our Dojo is open for Kids ages 4+ to come and try our Mixed Martial Arts Program Saturday’s from 1-2pm The Dojo is open to Kids ages 4+ to come and be introduced to a great Mixed Martial Arts Program Come and try Karate/MMA with Master Nicky. – Action packed and fun filled open mat – Come and punch and kick – Fun Martial Arts games – Stranger Danger tips – No experience needed 3840 Old Topanga Rd. in Calabasas, 91302 (Behind Calabasas High School) (818)225-9392
Designer Assistant Needed Well known local designer looking for a design/administrative assistant. Must have a minimum of 5 years design experience, including CAD. Quickbooks knowledge a plus. Part time to start, full time possible. Email resume to JKendalldesign@gmail.com.
Therapist in West Hills Specializing in Adolescents and Young Adults Juliana Gallant, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, is expanding her private practice in West Hills. She has worked in high schools for many years and is extremely familiar with current adolescent issues. She has specialized experience in issues regarding bullying, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, and sexual abuse. Email jgallantlmft@gmail.com or call (818)584-6207 for more info.
Does Your Young Teen Love Fashion? Would they like to learn to Design and Sew their own Creations? Session 2: July 16th-Aug. 10th, M-F, 12:30-3:30pm The Design Program of the Children’s Arts Institute is for 12 – 15 year old students interested in clothing and accessory design & construction. The Program is taught by Corrie Osuna, professional designer & instructor for the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. Spaces are still available for Session 2! 16200 Mulholland Dr., in LA, 90049 http://childrensartsinstitute.com/design-program
thredUP! An online children’s consignment store that is fast, easy, and affordable. Parents can now afford to buy their favorite brands such as Gap, Ralph Lauren, J. Crew, Children’s Place, and Carter’s, at an affordable price. Why pay retail for a growing kid when many of thredUP’s inventory is still new with tags? All items are carefully inspected by buyers, and are wrapped in tissue and arrive beautifully packaged at your door.
Professional Office Space Available Jen’s List member, Dr. Jaffe, has two spaces available in the heart of Sherman Oaks with easy 101/405 access. One is an office space, great for counseling, consulting, or hypnotherapy – approximately 160 sq. ft. The other is a wonderful meeting space, roughly 260 sq. ft. with white board, flat screen TV, couches and chairs that would be great for group therapy, small classes, or other small training sessions. Contact her at DrJ@DrJJaffe.com.
34 Amazing Low-Calorie Snacks http://www.shape.com/healthy-eating/diet-tips/snack-awards-2012-34-amazing-low-calorie-snacks?page=6
Casting Looking for first time parents and their different kinds of parenting! This new/informative series will show just what it takes to be a first time parent. Whether you’ve had a solid plan from the minute your baby was born or you are flying by the seat of your pants, we want to hear your story. Now casting all types of first time parents in the LA area with newborns up to 12 months old to participate in this new and exciting series! We are not just looking for diverse parenting styles, but diverse parents such as gay couples, single parents, stay at home Dads as well as traditional families. All new parents welcome to apply. If you think you have a unique style of parenting or still trying to figure it all out, email your story, 2 pics & contact info to firsttimeparentscasting@gmail.com. AND A new talk show is looking for: 1. A couple who says “50 Shades of Grey” saved their marriage (surprise may be in store for this couple 😉 ) 2. A fan of EL James who wants to learn how to self-publish like EL did 3. A mom who wants to start her own business(with a specific business in mind) but doesn’t know where to start- we want to help 4. Menopausal women who have questions for an expert in the field 5. A perimenopausal woman whose mood swings and/or depression is ruining her marriage (we want to get her help from a hormone expert) Email Lisa.Cohen@katiecouric.com if interested. AND Looking for a single dad raising his sons for a new docu-series Are you a single dad raising your boys trying to do your best to be a good father figure? Do you think your family is larger than life and ready for their close-up? If so, we want to hear from you! To submit, email REALMODERNFAMILYCASTING@GMAIL.COM. Be sure to include a brief description of your family, where you live, describe the structure of your household. Tell about the kids you raise, their ages, and personality. Include photos of as many family members as possible & a phone number where casting can reach you. AND Major cable network is looking for a charismatic group of female friends with BIG personalities who’ve been through thick and thin together like family If you and your BFF’s can be closest companions and worst enemies on any given day we want to talk to you guys! Did a love triangle break a bond? Was someone caught in a lie? Has figuring out that some people pick their friends over their guys while others pick the guy over their friends caused a major rift? Are you in love with your best friend’s man? Have you and your friend been hooking up with the same guy? Do you suspect your guy is cheating? If you’re a group of up & coming “IT” girls who are going through different life stages, married, having babies, leading the single life, looking at a divorce, email thecastingnet@gmail.com.
Let Miss Lynne give your child 2 free piano or singing lessons this summer! What a wonderful gift for your child to have an opportunity to learn to play the piano or improve their singing ability. Music adds so much beauty to a child’s life and kids learn so much about having patience, persevering, concentrating and seeing what comes out of some effort and commitment.
Emergent Curriculum takes teaching back to basics Children are born innately curious and they constantly want to learn. What is more appropriate than creating learning environments to inspire our future leaders? Learning is fun and should be entered into as a lifelong adventure. Kol Tikvah ECC has programs for children 18-24 months and 2-6 years old. They are proud to provide a place where children love to learn. Call 818-992-1960 for a tour. Temple Kol Tikvah is conveniently located on Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills.
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
For Rent Luxury Condo’s For Lease 2 bed 2.5 bath in Sherman Oaks 3 bed 2.5 bath + den in Toluca Lake Come and see Luxury at it’s finest. Our units come with a stainless steel refrigerator, Oven, cook top, microwave & dishwasher. A full size front loading washer & dryer, state of the art gym, full height storage in the parking area, 2 spots. Sherman Oaks 2 bed 2.5 bath 1,417sf $2,250 Toluca Lake 3 bed 2.5 bath + den 1,752 $3,625. Call 818-730-5412 for more info. AND For rent – $2600 / 3br – 1650ft² – 3bedroom 2 bathroom house in west hills for rent http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/apa/3105198061.html AND Private Room/Bath for rent in Sherman Oaks Home Private room/bath available in charming Sherman Oaks home close to The Westfield Fashion Square Mall and freeways in super quiet neighborhood! For $800 (incl utilities) you get use of house common areas, kitchen, washer/dryer, AC, fireplace, Wi-Fi, Cable, backyard deck w/barbeque, and space in garage for storage. Prefer a female who is mature, responsible, respectful, clean/neat, and ok w/small dog. No overnight guests, drugs, smoking or drama. Email ldowner104@aol.com. AND House for rent as is, furnished, turnkey for short-term or long (negotiable) in Studio City It’s a beautiful 4-BDR and 3.5 BATH house in Colfax Meadows, double lot (1/4 acre) big yards front and back. Gorgeous Great Room and Chef’s Kitchen. Child-friendly (playroom indoors, trike path in back w/playhouse and kid-friendly plants). Fruit, citrus trees and veggie beds also in back. Awesome public school (Carpenter). Asking $7999/month. Gardener incl. Utilities not. Email donnamfh@gmail.com. AND Gorgeous Family home for lease Exquisite amenities. Viking stove, Bosch dishwasher ,microwave, Brazilian wood floors, washer/dryer included in laundry room – 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 1,826 sqft of living space open floor plan , private gated property, private backyard. all stainless steel appliances. Email Lorena at lbalvarez@live.com if interested. AND For Rent:3 Bedroom & 2 Bath with almost 1500 sq ft and a nice grassy yard in Tarzana Kitchen is updated with Stainless Steel Appliances and rental includes Washer/Dryer/Refrigerator. Home is in Move-in-Condition for $2400 a month. E-mail nicolegrey@aol.com for further information and photos. AND Minimal rent in exchange for keeping duplex clean & helping care for disabled man 40 years old man needs someone who can keep the house clean, cook two dinners per week and spend a little time talking with him. The duplex is in Hollywood walking distance to the subway. Rent is $315 per month, cleaning entails dusting, cleaning bathrooms and kitchen and dishes. Email marlin11la@gmail.com. |
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