Brand New Fantastic Sams Hair Salon Now Open in Calabasas Calabasas residents for 18 years just opened a Fantastic Sams. They are a full service salon that offers Adult and Kids Cuts, Blow Drys, Color, Highlights, Lowlights, Up-do’s, Waxing, Threading. etc. All of the stylists are friendly and very experienced and most have been working around the Calabasas area for years. As a Jen’s List member, they are offering a 20% discount on all services. Prices are very reasonable. They charge $17.95 for Adult Cuts and Blow Drys start at $25.95. Go by and give them a try. 26500 Agoura Rd. Suite 100 in Calabasas (818)880-9300 www.fantasticsamscalabasas.com
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Healthy Mom’s, Healthy Babies Ganit Kriel’s medical practice focuses on women’s health and fertility. She believes acupuncture and Eastern medicine are particularly effective in healing women’s health issues due to their holistic approach. Ganit specializes in helping women get pregnant, overcome nausea or “morning sickness,” relieve lower back pain, and all other elements of the pregnancy/ birthing process. Call 310-927-2792 or email thumoshealthcenter@mac.com for more info.
Stacy, your Insurance Lady, helps with your insurance needs As an independent agent, Stacy works to shop your coverage with a variety of carriers to see what best suits your needs and to obtain the best rates possible. Available to help with health (individual or group), life, disability, auto, homeowners, umbrella policy, even worker’s compensation for your business! Stacy does not charge to review and compare for you. Insurance can be confusing, ask Stacy for help! Call 818-642–6447 or email stacy@stacymyinsurancelady.com. CA License #0C48182.
Looking for a Fun Saturday Morning Shabbat? Saturday, Feb 9th from 10am-12pm Join Rabbi Jon Hanish and Cantor Tifani Coyot for Tot Shabbat at Temple Kol Tikvah in Woodland Hills. The morning service begins with a fun-filled interactive program where the children enjoy activity stations including arts and crafts, storytelling, puppet shows and many other activities. The morning concludes with a Shabbat service filled with dancing and singing…and of course there is always an Oneg afterward! 20400 Ventura Boulevard in Woodland Hills, 91364 818-348-0670 The Voice of the West Valley Reform Jewish Community
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Do you have Cellulite and want to get rid of it? Global Hits is looking for women who have visible cellulite to try a new product for free. They need volunteers who are willing to try the product and take before and after pictures and videos. For more information, contact Mike@GlobalHits.TV
Tackle Football This 2013 fall football season will introduce the Valley West Ravens to the Pacific Youth Football League. Formerly known as the Calabasas Raiders, the Valley West Ravens will be the elite football program for the entire San Fernando Valley (South of Roscoe/West of 405). The Ravens are seeking some exceptional young athletes ages 6 to 14 to join one of the 10 teams that are planned for the season. More Information is available at www.valleywestravens.com. You can get on the Ravens mailing list by sending a request to directors@ravensboard.com.
BetterBody Fitness is now at The Oaks Calabasas Sign-up for Pilates Mat (Designed to increase flexibility & improve posture, balance & coordination), Yoga (bring strength, length, balance, & space into the body, breath, & mind), & “Dance with Me” (total body, high energy, cardio dance workout that’s infused with all different styles of dance) for 4 weeks starting February 11th-March 6th. Pick one For only $76 & each class will help tone, strengthen. improve posture, & decrease back pain. For more information, call 818-224-4734.
Do’s, Don’ts and Oops of Poops! Potty Training Seminar by Bette Alkazian Sat., Feb. 9th at 10:30am or Tues., Feb. 19th at 10:30am ClubMomMe brings you this informative session with secrets for successful potty training, including how to keep up toilet training while on the go! http://clubmomme.com/potty-training/
Join What’s Good at the Autry Farmers Market. ORGANIC, wholesome & delicious, kid-friendly food! Saturday Feb 9th, 2013 WHAT’S GOOD will be selling organic frozen baby food purees and fresh baked goods for kids. The Autry Farmers Market is located across from the LA Zoo. Easy to get to, FREE PARKING, live music, fresh produce from organic farmers, and great food to snack on. Join them this Saturday, and stop by their tent to check out the healthy and delicious meals and snacks for your little one! Want What’s Good delivered right to your door? Visit their website to learn how!
Learning Specialist and Academic Tutor Available Josh has extensive experience tutoring and teaching at many private schools in the Los Angeles area, including, Campbell Hall, Windward, New Roads, New Community Jewish High School, Bridges Academy, and Westmark. He specializes in helping students who have learning disabilities and behavior challenges, such as Dyslexia, Autism, ADD, and Aspergers syndrome. Josh also incorporates life coaching skills into his process of working with students. Education: B.A. in Writing, Sarah Lawrence College. Email collaborativetutoring@gmail.com.
Jessica Morris, MA, MFTI Jessica is a therapist with an office in Woodland Hills. She has expertise working with children, adolescents & families on a myriad of issues. She specializes in working with client’s who have suffered from trauma, struggling with parenting concerns, addiction, beh. problems, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, & much more. Jessica accepts insurance and offers a free phone consultation to Jen’s List members. Stop struggling through life & get the support you deserve. Call (818)216-4465.
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Pamper Yourself and Get away for the Weekend at The Shalom Institute’s Mom’s Retreat March 15th-17th Escape for an all inclusive weekend for only $295. Enjoy the relaxing outdoors of the Malibu Mountains. Pamper yourself with massages, facials, manicures and pedicures and delicious food. Rejuvenate yourself with yoga, arts and crafts, hikes and meditation. Return from the weekend feeling refreshed and renewed. To find out more and/or apply at www.campjcashalom.com/momapply/. For more information, call (818) 889-5500.
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Be Prepared for Labor and Birth Supported Birth class is 4 weeks long starting March 5th from 7-10pm at A Mother’s Haven in Encino. To sign up call A Mother’s Haven at 818-380-3111 or go to http://shopthehaven.com/supported-birth-registration.html. To learn more about the class email the instructor, Lauren Ryan, at laurensbirthclass@yahoo.com or check out www.supportedbirthclass.com. Couples will come out of class feeling empowered, positive and educated about birth. Private classes are also available.
Music is powerful, very powerful… Flashmobs! Do-Re-Mi flashmob. 200+ dancers. (Ordinary people!!) Makes you feel good. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EYAUazLI9k Closer to Free flashmob. Singing and dancing, advertising a cancer center. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yA3ATkCI8L8 Beethoven’s Ode to Joy. 100 singers and instrumentalists in Sabadell, Spain. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBaHPND2QJg What a fun thing to participate in. How to plan your own flashmob. http://people.howstuffworks.com/how-to-plan-a-flash-mob3.htm
Purim Special Photography Session $50 for 1 child $85 for 2 including all the images edited on a disc for you to print. Email stoledo818@gmail.com for more info or sample images.
South Bay Galleria will hold its first annual Chinese New Year celebration Saturday, February 9th from -3pm This special event will usher in the “Year of the Snake,” and give community members the opportunity to celebrate this important Chinese holiday with special performances, a red envelope gift and crafts. 1815 Hawthorne Boulevard in Redondo Beach, 90278 310) 371-7546
IGNITE THE FIGHT is proud to announce the formation of Camp Lifting Light These youth bereavement camps are at no cost for children between the ages of 7 to 17 who have been affected by a parent or loved one who has passed away due to cancer and for children who have a parent or loved one currently battling cancer. The camp will create a fun, safe and activity packed environment as well as provide a heartwarming and memorable experience for the children. The first camp is scheduled for September 20th-22ndat the beautiful VT Ranch and Conference Center in Castaic. Camp Lifting Light is made possible by contributions and donations from caring people like you. For more info and to donate, email Info@ignitethefight.org or call (714) 883-0483.
Summer Camp for Preschoolers 2.3 yrs- 5 yrs June 24th-Aug. 1st Ideal for children new to school or are already enrolled in Pre-K, MUSE ECE summer camp is located in Calabasas & offers a developmental program which exposes children to a wide range of activities. Two qualified teachers encourage children to explore & create in a fun, educational & loving environment! 6 weekly sessions to choose from Mon.-Thurs. from 9am-1pm. Tuition is $400/week which includes all activities & an organic snack & lunch prepared by our chef. Call 818-880-5437 for an application!
Caroline Kennedy – Speaker Series 2 Tickets Available Weds., Feb. 13th at 8pm Pasadena Civic Auditorium 2 Distinguish Speaker Series. Excellent seats, Orchestra Right of Center. Face Value of tickets is $53 for $25/each. Make it a night out! $75 gift card to Smitty’s Restaurant in Pasadena. The 2 tickets and gift card are yours for $120! If you are interested, email nmkwak@gmail.com.
Looking for a School to call Home? How about an affordable, contemporary school setting, with relevant and challenging curriculum in a warm family atmosphere? Laurel Hall has been providing such an environment for over 65 years. Come celebrate their legacy with them. You are invited to the Laurel Hall School 2013-2014 School Year, Final Admissions Tour. Come to the beautiful campus and visit with staff & families to find out all about Laurel Hall’s inspiring educational community. Wednesday, February 20th from 9am-10:30am RSVP admissions@laurelhall.com.
Valentine’s Day Gifts – Cupcakes, Cakes and Chocolate Dipped Goodies Come to Half Baked for all of your Valentine’s day gifts! They have a variety of festive items to fit every recipient… be it your kid’s classmates, your hubby or even for your own sweet tooth. Be it a custom cake, pink and red rose piped cupcakes or chocolate covered strawberry marshmallows, each item is still half the fat and sugar, so you don’t have to feel bad sending your kids to school with goodies from Half Baked 🙂 Come in or place your order soon before they get booked!
Learn how to help Foster Youth at Listen Up Saturday, March 9th from 9am-1pm This seminar is for foster & adoptive parents, professionals in the field of foster care & adoption, mentors and current/past foster youth. Attendees will hear experiences from youth who have successfully transitioned out of foster care, and by Dee Hankins, former foster youth and motivational speaker. Ruth Beaglehole, Executive Director of the ECHO Center, will provide insights on ways to assist the youth. Fees:(Before March 1st) $60 Individual $100 Couple $15 Foster Youth $15 Students
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Lose weight by having FUN! Learn to hula hoop; low impact cardio burns 300-600 calories per hour These aren’t your kids’ hula hoops; adult size hoops, weighing up to 2 lbs, give you a solid core workout without even realizing you’re exercising! Did you hoop as a kid? It’s just like riding a bike, you just need the right sized hoop. Never learned how? We can teach you in 10 minutes or less. Hoops provided/we also sell all sizes. Group or private lessons available. For an idea of what you can learn search hoop dancing on YouTube. Call A.J. at 818.618.1037 or email ajinnoho@gmail.com.
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For Sale Come cruise the lakes in a 1989 Cole Cruiser Has trailer, 454 big Bravo block motor. 22 feet, new interior inboard motor. A great fun way to spend the family vacation. Email brendajeffreys@gmail.com. AND Bay liner Runabout for Sale 2007 185 Bowrider Stern drive or inboard/outboard engine 135 horsepower Excellent condition Low hours Will include boat Cover Mercruiser engine Bimini Top Bottom Painted 6/2012 am/fm radio Seats 8 No trailer. Been in saltwater since June 2012/ before that tailored or freshwater. $9,800. Email Katie at k.m.dupin@hotmail.com.
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Law Offices of Goldberg & Gage- Terry M. Goldberg, Esq. Contact Terry M. Goldberg, Attorney at Law for all of your personal injury needs. Mr. Goldberg has been handling personal injury cases since 1973. If you were involved in an automobile, bicycle, motorcycle or any other non-work related accident do not hesitate. Seek medical care immediately and then contact the Law Offices of Goldberg & Gage and ask for Terry Goldberg for the best potential monetary outcome. (818) 340-9252
Did you experience a difficult birth? Did you feel helpless or fearful? Experience to many interventions or a negative cesarean birth? 6 week series starts Monday’s, February 18th, 25th, March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th from 12pm-1pm You will explore ways to deepen your meditative practices with pelvic awareness, building from the heart, accessing the new and trusting your body. $145. RSVP to birthhealing@gmail.com to attend! 1671 Happy Trail in Topanga, 90290
Your Jr. Chef can make flavorful vegan soup West African-inspired quinoa-peanut soup with chiles and sweet potato in a creamy peanut base. Prep time includes dicing, mincing, coring, seeding, peeling, chopping. Start the sauté with ‘holy trinity,’ add in more veges and spices, stir in peanut butter, s&p, let soup stand off heat to thicken, then serve. Degree of cayenne/pepper flakes is up to you. Parental supervision. http://www.oregonlive.com/foodday/index.ssf
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