Friday August 17 2012









Do you need someone to bounce ideas off of?


Moms R People Too is available by phone or email for your questions about parenting and you! $35 per month. First month is FREE! Contact Debbi Gillman,MA.MFT at 818-774-0374 or Debbi@momsrpeopletoo.com.


www.momsrpeopletoo.com


 


 


Today in History


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


National Thriftshop Day


Construction is started on the Berlin Wall. (1961)


Pencil Day


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=125


 


 


T.H.E. Foundation gives $200K to schools


http://www.theacorn.com/news/2012-08-16/Schools/THE_Foundation_gives_200K_to_schools.html


 


 


My Gym Classes & Camp in Woodland Hills/Thousand Oaks


Registering now for the summer sessions/summer camp. Camp runs the ENTIRE month of August from 1:30-4:30pm. My Gym was created over 29 years ago to enhance physical development & individual success for ages 3 mths -13 yrs. old! They also have fantastic birthday parties & a MOBILE PROGRAM that can bring fun & fitness to YOU!


Woodland Hills-(818) 702-6946


http://www.my-gym.com/franchisee_schedule.aspx?id=241


Thousand Oaks-(805) 494-4154(Martial Arts Program starting soon!)


http://www.my-gym.com/franchisee_schedule.aspx?id=240


 


 


Are you and your little one ready for preschool?


Club MomMe, the only social events community for moms and moms-to-be in Los Angeles, presents Preschool Readiness presented by Academic Achievers. They will explore ways to promote curiosity in your child at an early age, why pre-school education matters and development issues like separation, confidence, building social skills and more. Join them on Sunday, August 26th at 2 pm at Books and Cookies. Enjoy lunch, toddler food, great gift bags and our signature amazing giveaways. Sign up at www.clubmomme.com – tickets are going fast. Special – use code Jen for $5 off tickets and $15 off VIP Membership.


 


 


Little For Now, your local source for Eco Friendly Baby Products


Little For Now is your local source for safe, non toxic, green products for baby and the family. They have a large selection of cloth diapers, toys, feeding products, nursing products and more! Little For Now holds monthly workshops on cloth diaper that are always free. The next workshop is Sept 15th at 1pm and is located in West Hills. To RSVP, email lisa@littlefornow.com. They have local picking or shipping. Each order placed earns you reward points that can be used on future orders.


www.littlefornow.com


 


 


Your very own custom locket!


Gift yourself or someone you love with a beautiful, custom locket by Origami Owl. Your Independent Designer, Stephennie Stuart, can help you show your story with a living locket either for yourself or for someone you care about.  Stephennie can help you choose your locket (silver, gold, with crystals or without) then fill with personalized charms that mean something to you. She will even show you how to add your personal touch by adding plates and possibly dangles as accents. Show what is meaningful in your life and display in a gorgeous one of a kind jewelry locket. Stephennie can show you how you can change the look by changing the chain, the dangles or the charms. Get started now at http://sstuart.origamiowl.com/ or contact her at Stephennie@msn.com.


 


 


Baby Town’s Moving Sale – Everything Must Go!


All in store floor models and accessories way below their wholesale cost. Twin and Full beds starting at $99, dressers starting at $99. 50% off all bedding and accessories. 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


www.babytownllc.com


 


 


Beautiful family home for sale!


Located in the gated community of Siena Homes in Woodland Hills. This highly upgraded 4 bedroom (4th bedroom converted to loft) 2.5 bathroom home features a light-filled, open floor plan, high volume ceilings, rich wood floors, travertine floors, designer stain resistant carpet, gourmet kitchen, professionally finished garage and recessed lighting throughout. The Master Suite has a large spa-like bathroom with whirlpool tub, oversized shower and dual sinks. Enjoy the private yard with stamped concrete patio, romantic fountain and grassy play area perfect for outdoor entertaining. Broker’s open Friday August 17th from 11am-1pm, Open House Sunday August 19th from 2-5pm.


www.5659como.com


 


 


City Charter Middle School


The City School is a public charter school providing an exceptional education to a diverse student body. Through individual attention in a supportive and dynamic learning environment, students become creative and critical thinkers who ask questions, debate, and express ideas fearlessly and respectfully. With a focus on civic responsibility, public speaking, and the written word. They have a couple spots left for 6th & 7th grade this fall. They offer small class sizes.


www.citycharterschool.org


 


 


SHOP for Phase One is taking place in the Malibu Lumber Yard


Sunday, August 19th


There will be a free kids activities hosted by Kidville and Malibu Art Barn from 12-4pm, a kids concert with Birdie’s Playhouse at 1pm and lots of great shopping for Mom and Dad. Get your MomAngeles Mommy Club card to start saving BIG at local businesses including J.Crew and Quiksilver this weekend!


www.momangeles.com/events/shop-for-phase-one


 


 


Hot weather’s still here – it’s ice cream time   
 
Check out Super Scoopers (scoop and eat out of the scoop), Ice Balls (add flavored ice to drinks), Power Tip Scoop (for scooping hard, frozen ice cream).  Single kind of product or combos available, $10-36.
http://www.dailygrommet.com/products/prepara-ice-cream-scoops


 


 


Join me in the NickMom Clique


This is a fun social experience where users can share “motherfunny” content to earn points and win prizes.


Simply click http://sot.ag/ghCP/ and they will walk you through the simple 4-step process


 


 


Know the difference between discipline and punishment?


Wednesday, August 22nd at 7pm


Topics will include; the effectiveness of time-outs, time-outs vs. assisted time-outs, effective communication and terminology, how much can the 2 year old brain understand?, helping toddlers with their BIG feelings, what discipline style works best for you and your family, reward systems, over-praising, how to keep your cool, and much more. Located at Outside the Box in Woodland Hills. Call 818-348-7529 for details and registration.


www.otbee.com


 


 


Break the Spell Food Casts On You


http://www.enlightened-eater.com/intuitive-eating/i-broke-the-spell-food-cast-on-me/


 


 


Classic American Lighting and House Parts


www.rejuvenation.com


 


 


Making a Difference When Someone Really Needs You


www.exactlywhattheyneed.com


 


 


Play Mad Libs on your Iphone!


http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mad-libs/id326885152?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo=4


 


 


Celebrate Dtox Day Spa 2nd Anniversary


Friday, Sept 14th


dtox day spa Happy Hour Friday event in Encino. As seen on “The LA Times” and “The Ellen Show,” they invite our guests to enjoy the luxurious spa facilities from 6-9pm, with a beautiful twist. For only $39, clients are treated to a mini-massage or mini-facial in the midst of their lounging with complimentary organic wine and delectable appetizers. They turn off the steam and sauna but turn on live music with our DJ. Each guest is then entered into a free raffle for amazing prizes including an exclusive spa get-away. RSVP required. Strict 48-hour cancellation policy. First 30 people to RSVP will save $10 and enter for only $29!
818-574-3700
17401 Ventura Blvd. in Encino, 91316 
www.dtoxdayspa.com


 



About 80% of antibiotics sold in the US are used by the meat and poultry industry to make animals grow faster or to prevent disease in crowded and unsanitary conditions


Overusing antibiotics in livestock promotes development of drug-resistant bacteria that can infect humans. Will You be buying “no antibiotics administered” meat and poultry products?
http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science


 


 


Brick CrossFit


Special monthly membership pricing: $135/month unlimited classes! LA’s premiere crossfit facility Brick is set to open its Downtown location within the next few weeks. The current promotion offers unlimited class membership for $135/month.


http://brickcrossfit.com/downtown-la/sign-up-now-downtown-la/


 


 


Does your preschooler dawdle at mealtimes? 
 
Perhaps she’s not hungry…  is overtired…  is asserting her independence.Tips for parents – coping, preventing, moving forward, trusting.
http://blog.oregonlive.com/themombeat/2012/08/


 


 


Smart-Travelers has done a great job pulling together some fantastic family oriented vacations


If you don’t have Labor Day plans, visit www.smart-travelers.com and see the best Family Destinations, Campgrounds, City Getaways and Cruises. They are an unbiased family vacation site created by a traveling family.


 


 


Coastermatic – Your instagrams in stone, coasters


http://coastermatic.com/


 


 


Early Childhood Parenting Center-OPEN HOUSE


Sept. 12th from 10am-12pm


ECPC hosts weekly parenting groups for infants and toddlers that are led by child development specialists.


-Learn about the parenting groups


-Check out the enhanced play yard


-Meet and connect with other families


-Receive local vendor promotions


1440 Harvard Street in Santa Monica, 90404


310-310-8646


RSVP to jessica@ecpcla.org.


www.ecpcla.org


 


 


Fluoride impacts neurological development in children


http://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/newsplus/fluoride-impacts-neurological-development-in-children/


 


 


Dirt on your hands?  Top 5 mistakes made by the new gardener
 
Wrong time. Wrong exposure. Wrong zone. Wrong watering. More.
http://www.gardenpartners.com/library3/printme.php?doc=5topmistakes-2012.php


 


 


Aerial Circus Fitness Classes for All Ages and Abilities


FOCUSfish is a unique aerial fitness program where art meets physical education. FOCUSfish can be found in LAUSD schools, community locations, circus camps and centers for children with special needs.  If you and your family are interested in quality fitness programming that takes its students to new heights… literally, contact Kristy Beauvais, Executive Director at info@focusfish.com.


www.focusfish.com


 


 


12 Ways to Get Your Kid’s Teacher to Like You


http://blogs.babble.com/kid-scoop/2012/08/15/12-ways


 


 


Garage Sales


Saturday, Aug. 18th from 7.30am-1pm


Family yard sale -All kind of items, kids, electronics, clothes, shoes and kids games. Outdoor play items and lemonade stand offered by the kids!


23508 Strathern St. in West Hills, 91304


AND
Call 661-755-5183 for appt. to see items


Sofa Set, Computer Desk, Twin bed with Mattress, Full Bed with head boards and Mattress, dining table/chairs, rugs, side table, book shelf, water cooler with 3 gallon water bottles, microwave, canisters,


camping gear, grill etc and many more house hold Items. Everything is in Calabasas.


 


EYELASH PERM + LASH TINT (No more curler or mascara, get the look of Extensions without the maintenance)


Instantly curl and darken your lashes (the latest and greatest trend – straight from France). Clients are WOWED by results – comparing the look to having lash extensions. Eyelash perming is a safe and effective method for curling your lashes. It is a great alternative for clients with straight lashes who want a natural curl without the daily use of manual eyelash curlers. Results last up to 2 months.


$10 off August Special Price $75 Reg. $85. Book with Licensed Esthetician, Maranda at 805.795.0990.


www.thespa10.com


 


 


Homeowners should beware
http://m.theacorn.com/node/116022


 


 


Casting


Daytime Talk Show is looking for:


• A fun MOM with BABY who wants to know (& GET!) the must haves for your diaper bag!


• Someone Who is overcoming a COLD/Has a STUFFY NOSE


• Someone Who Gets Dry, Crusty Skin around nostril after they have a cold


•  WAITERS/WAITRESSES- We want to know what really happens behind closed doors! (Can be anonymous- tell us your stories!)


• Someone with an INGROWN TOE NAIL


• Someone Concerned about BROKEN/SPRAINED ANKLE


• Someone with BACK PAIN


• Someone Who has question about or thinks they may have KIDNEY STONES


• Someone who has a question or is concerned about APPENDICITIS


• Someone who has a question or is concerned about a HERNIA


Email Julie.laplaca@cbs.com with a recent photo and contact info.


AND


Do you or someone you know have the laziest husband?


Are you constantly asking him to do chores around the house but he never helps out? A National talk show on ABC wants to hear from you if you just can’t seem to get your husband to chip in at home. Email bridget.m.nolan@gmail.com to share your story!


AND


ABC TV Show Casting: Has Overspending Put a Strain On Your Marriage?


Do you often fight with your spouse about money, or have you or your partner’s financial decisions put your family in debt? Is hidden debt causing a strain on your relationship? Have you been spending and hiding it from your spouse and want to unburden yourself from this secret? They have professional relationship AND finance experts who can put an action plan in place for your family to help you get back on track. Don’t miss the opportunity to get help from the nation’s top experts! Email ABCSarahCasting@gmail.com for more info!


 


 


Get Your Picky Eater Eating with 3 Steps in 30 Minutes


Are you tired of your kid just asking for and eating chicken nuggets, mac and cheese or hot dogs? Do you wish your kid would try new foods? Do you avoid certain restaurants because your kid won’t eat a thing on the menu and will likely cry at the restaurants?  Parents…you need help! Contact Melanie R. Silverman MS, RD, IBCLC and break your picky eater with her 3 Step 30 Minute Picky Eater Program. Only $59! Be sure to mention Jen’s List Promotion. Available through September 30th.


www.feedingphilosophies.com


 


 


Moms at tech start-ups say they can have it all


http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/technology/


 


 


Run or Walk the Universal Studios Backlot on Nov 4th


The 4th Annual weSPARK 10K Run & 5K Run/Walk on the Universal Studios Backlot! Run the chip-timed race with an up close look at Hollywood movie magic! Whether you are a runner or a walker, this is the race for you! The backlot has it all: movie sets galore, miles of flat asphalt road, a few hills, cheering crowds, famous characters, music and more! Check out the new Kid’s Village and run the 1/2 mile Kid’s Fun Run! 100% of all funds raised benefit weSPARK Cancer Support Center.


http://www.wesparkrunwalk.org