Monday March 4 2013









Temple Emanuel Academy Day School Prospective Student Visiting Day


Tues., March 5th:


Gesher: 9:15am-10:15am


Kindergarten: 10:45-11:45am


Open enrollment for applications through March 12th! Children will enjoy time in the classroom with the dynamic teachers. Parents will enjoy coffee and conversation in the Admissions Lounge. For more information or to RSVP, contact Lori Schulman at lori@tebh.org or 310-409-2942.


www.tebh.org


 


 


Today in History


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


Holy Experiment Day


Hug a GI Day


The Constitution of the United States of America goes into effect. (1789)


Mrs. Charles Fahning of Buffalo N.Y. is recognized as the first woman to bowl a perfect 300 game. (1930)


National Grammar Day


International Scrapbooking Day


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=327


 


 


Home Video Transfer Service


Your Home Videos are aging. They should be Transferred & Archived to DVD, or digital files for your kids to enjoy 20 years from now. We just did ALL of ours and it is amazing! Oliver is wonderful to work with and very professional. Imagine Video Services will professionally transfer your precious home videos & films to perfect DVD’s, or digital files that you can edit, and stream to your TV, iPhone or iPad.  All your old VHS, MiniDV, Hi8 tapes will look fantastic. Free pickup & delivery service in L.A., Westside, Valley. Special Jen’s List pricing through March 15th. Trusted by families like yours for over 10 Years! Call Oliver (310) 256-7299 for more info.


www.imaginevideo.net/jl.html


 


 


A Personalized Approach to Finding Your Perfect Nanny


After serving as a nanny herself (13 yrs for the same family), Heather, co-founder of Classic Nannies’, primary objective has been to bring families and top-tier nannies together into the same rewarding experience she shared & will always treasure. After scores of successful placements, she strives to do the same for you!


“After a great deal of frustration with other agencies as well as looking on our own, Heather’s personalized approach made the placement process easy. We’re very happy.” – Leslie & David, Pacific Palisades Thoroughly screened & vetted domestic professionals that surpass your expectation.


Housekeepers, Baby Nurses and After School Care too!


Mention Jen’s List for a special discount!


818-274-2300


www.classicnannies.com


 


 


Do you still have that low belly sag from your previous pregnancy?


RESTORE THE CORE is a mat-Pilates program designed just for moms to flatten that tummy and strengthen the core. Free trial classes are now in session! Every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 8:30 PM in Woodland Hills. Eight week session starts March 12th. Call 818-631-1257 or email melissa@lovemybodyfitness.com to reserve your free trial class. Space is limited. Personal training is also available in the privacy of your home within West LA and SFV areas. 


 


 


Water Whisperer Swim School: on CBS news, $15 off


NEWSCLIP: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKISF998knE


Sign up for March lessons and get $15 off. See what CBS says: http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/top-lists/best-swim-lessons-in-los-angeles/. 3 summers ago, educator Emily Cohen M.Ed, who developed the program, helped my then 4 yr olds, who were afraid, swim & become safer in the water. The WW has many happy Jen’s List clients! Click http://www.thewaterwhisperer.com/videoandpics.html to see all of the WW’s videos & read testimonials. Over 95% success rate in getting kids 3 & up (but they start with babies) to swim in 10 lessons. Gentle, developmental & creative. Heated, saline, covered pool. In Sherman Oaks & Woodland Hills. 


www.thewaterwhisperer.com


 


 


Check out the March edition of Jen’s Favorite Things in Revere Magazine


Download the app at https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/revere/id556212081?mt=8.


www.reveremag.com


 


Special Icon G-WAY Fitness is offering a great SPRING SHAPE UP PACKAGE in the month of March


G-Way Fitness offers lots of great classes – ZUMBA, CARDIO KICKBOXING, BOXING, CARDIO SCULPTING, CONDITIONING, and BOOTCAMP. All fitness levels welcomed. Morning and Evening classes available. In March, we are offering a package of 5 classes for $30. So, come and check out all of our exciting classes this month. For new clients only. Mention Jens List – FIRST CLASS IS ALWAYS FREE! Located next to THE LITTLE GYM on Ventura & Woodlake.


www.gwayfitness.com


 


 


Great Housekeeper Lead


Yari is very thorough and does a terrific job. She is responsible and reliable and comes with amazing references.


You can call her at (818) 299-4509 to see her availability!


 


Sale Icon Toddle Tunes®, LA’s #1 Kids’ Music class-$20 discount to all of Jens List readers for March


Toddle Tunes® specializes in “live” music. Live music therapy in the environment of a developing infant has been shown to enhance brain development, motor function and social skills as well as improving sleep patterns.


*Free trial, easy make up policy & strict sick policies.


*Experienced, educated staff.


*Wide variety of real instruments your child will get to touch & play!


Fill out the free trial form, enter Jens List in the “referred by” section to get $20 off your 1st series.


www.toddletunes.com


 


 


Local kid band Breaking 27’s first single “We Like To Watch” is now available on iTunes


A percentage of all sales of this anti-bullying song will be donated to www.TheBullyProject.com in support of the anti bullying movement! Download and rate it today!


https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/we-like-to-watch-single/id609803969


 


 


Brandon’s Buddies: A Playdate for Children With and Without Disabilities


Sat., March 9th from 11am-1am


This is a FREE KIDS CLUB that meets every month. The day may include Integrated Play, Face Painting, Arts & Crafts, Entertainment and Treats. All children with and without disabilities and their families who want to spend a great day playing and making friends are invited to participate! Brandon’s Buddies gives children with disabilities the opportunity to play with their typically-able peers, and gives their parents a chance to share experiences and advice with other parents/caregivers.


Gates Canyon Park


25801 Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Calabasas


http://www.kenproject.com/brandonsbuddies.html


 


 


Stark Entertainment is expanding their business


Yes they already have the best in photo booth technologies with the Viral Booth. Now they have Green screen and flip books to add to the lineup. These new fun and exciting ways to keep your guests entertained and give them a little token to remember your event will be on sale if booked before April 1st. Contact Steven Stark at 805.876.4743 to get your 25% discount when mentioning Jen’s List. 


www.viralbooth.com


 


 


Build Cool Robots


Now your child can learn robotics, computer programming, and mechanical engineering by playing with some of the coolest toys on the planet.


http://buildcoolrobots.com/index.php


 


 


Soaring Over Palm Springs & Palm Springs Air Museum


Saturday, March 9th from 8:30am-6pm(approx.)


You’ll enjoy a leisurely morning drive out to the desert to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Here you’ll get the “best show on cable” as you board a Swiss-made rotating cable car. You’ll be lifted from the desert floor to the 8,500 foot elevation of Mt. San Jacinto in a spectacular 10-minute ride. Palm trees and the sandy desert give way to soaring mountains and pine-scented air. Your spirit of adventure will be rewarded with one of the most spectacular views of the Coachella Valley, from Joshua Tree National Park to the Salton Sea! You’ll disembark at the Mountain Station where you will be treated to lunch at the Pines Café overlooking the valley below. Mountain Station also has a gift shop to browse through, a cocktail lounge, observation areas, and a 22-minute film on the history of the Tramway. You’ll have some time to linger and take photos before climbing back aboard the tram for your descent. Back on the desert floor, your motor coach and driver will be waiting to take you to one of the desert’s newer attraction – the Palm Springs Air Museum. This modern, air-conditioned museum is a living tribute to America’s Veterans and the planes they flew. On your guided tour, you’ll see one of the world’s largest collections of flying WWII airplanes, including a B17, as well as a variety of other vintage aircraft, aviation art, a Pearl Harbor diorama and more. $60 person. Registration Online at www.weho.org/rec. For more info, call (323) 848-6530.


 


 


46 Reasons Your Three Year Old Might be Freaking Out


http://jasongood.net/365/2012/12/46-reasons-why-my-three-year-old-might-be-freaking-out/


 


 


Members Need Leads


Looking for a Mammoth condo for the Easter weekend, 3/29-4/1 for a family of 5. Would like to rent directly from an owner for a ski weekend. Contact susiekessler@mac.com.


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Looking for creative space to share in West Valley, Westside or Hollywood.  No more than 500 square feet. Contact Shelley at (310) 488-5074.


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Mother of child with a learning disability looking for feedback on Summit View school in the Valley. Contact Oakhurst07755@gmail.com.
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Single mom and her 8 year old child are looking affordable housing (low income) in the Burbank, Studio City, or even Sherman Oaks area, no more than $800 a month. Email jenniferlpetras@gmail.com with leads. Can be a roommate situation. 
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Looking for lumber for plot at the Sepulveda Garden Center Community Garden, Encino. Specifically used lumber to make raised beds for vegetables – 2’x10’x10″ planks (2 by 10 by 10s), likely leftovers from construction or discards from a renovation/tear-down. Any condition. Will pick up, email msmarm@roadrunner.com.


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My daughter wants to have fun and learn art this summer – any suggestions for a great art camp?  Email brightshelly@yahoo.com.


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Jen’s List member is looking to partner up with someone to share privates on Tuesday and Thursday mornings in Calabasas. Beginner-intermediate welcome. Email bonniemuler@gmail.com


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Looking for a talented and aspiring vocalist to perform in a re-do mock version of Pitbull’s Give me everything with proctology lyrics. Bound to be loads of fun. Email Dr. Rosenfeld at proctosimi@hotmail.com.


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Private Chess Lessons Wanted. Any Jen’s List members have knowledge of a chess teacher for a child? Email deanacam@yahoo.com.


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Looking for information on International student exchange programs. Would like to hear from anyone who has had a positive or negative experience with specific exchange groups as a host family. Email


brandiamitchell@gmail.com


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Looking for any experiences/reviews of Steve and Kate’s Camp. Good or bad…want to hear it all. Email atheatpete2@gmail.com.


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Looking for holistic pediatrician recommendations in the Valley or Pasadena area for kids ages 2 and 4 1/2.Looking for someone to provide a more holistic herbal/homeopathic approach as a first round and only prescribe antibiotics when there is no other alternative. Can go as far east as Pasadena and as far west as Encino. Santa Monica & Westside are too far. Contact  elena@creativelements.com.


 


Special Icon Eden Condensed, the Boutique, Opens in Silverlake


Eden Condensed, a small space garden design, is thrilled to announce the opening of the Eden Condensed Boutique in Silverlake – open Tues.-Sun. from 12pm-5pm. The Eden Condensed Boutique will carry the Eden Condensed miniature terrariums and vintage container gardens plus a carefully edited selection of garden related art and accessories. Mention Jen’s List and receive 10% off your first purchase through March 31st.


3320 W. Sunset Blvd. in Los Angeles, 90026


(818) 207-6217


www.edencondensed.com


 


 


Discover your Drum Circle at the Remo RMC


http://remormc.com/


 


 


Free Trial Classes at The Play Destination!


Monday, March 4th from 60in – Baby Prep(5-9 months of pregnancy)


Tuesday, March 5th from 5:15 -6:15 pm – Baby & Me


Tuesday, March 5th from 6:30-7:30 pm – Intro to Pregnancy (1st 4 months of pregnancy)


Wednesday, March 6th from 9-10am – Music Class.


Mention Jen’s list to receive 2 free open play passes when you enroll in an 8 week session. RSVP today! Space is limited.


28501 Canwood Street Suite 3E in Agoura Hills


818-292-8644


PLAY * LEARN * CELEBRATE


Visit http://theplaydestination.com/classes/ for the complete class schedule.


 


 


High Level Math Tutors Wanted


You must be able to tutor math through Calculus. Instruction hours are flexible and part-time; you can work 2 hours or 20 hours a week, it’s up to you! Open: Mon-Fri 2pm-8pm and Sat 9am-1pm, year round. Everything is ready for you: just walk into the Center and begin teaching. No lesson plan creation, grading papers, homework or conferences. It’s the perfect environment for current or retired teachers as well as recent graduates. Email your resume to hlcencino@gmail.com or fax it to (818) 907-9378.  You will love working at Huntington Learning Center Encino! 
www.tutorencino.com


 


 


Attention Health & Fitness Enthusiasts – Revolutionize your workout with Grip On


GRIP ON the glove alternative is the perfect accessory for people who want a firm non-slip grip when using most pieces of exercise/workout equipment. Grip On is the alternative to sweaty and smelly gloves! Jen’s List members get 25% off retail! Use coupon code JENSLIST25 during checkout when placing your order at www.GripOn.net. To learn more about Grip On, please browse through the website to view the media and testimonials pages!


 


 


Day Care Leads
“I have been bringing my daughter to Nahid since she was 3 months old and we’re quickly approaching her 1st birthday. Nahid (and her family) are the most caring people and her home is small and cozy. She currently has only 4 children in her daycare (and room for a few more) so each child receives alot of personal attention.  My daughter has learned how to socialize with the other children really well and I believe that this daycare is really help build her self-esteem as well as fostering her interest in exploration and learning.”  – Joselyn


Joselyn can be reached at  jbshmaeff@yahoo.com. Nahid’s phone number is (818) 344-4740.


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Daisy Daycare is loving, clean, safe, and educational. Infants are given love, affection and warmth. As a toddler they participate in arts and crafts, music, gymnastics, dance. If you are looking for a daycare that loves kids, treats them with respect and warmth, and also has a great academic program, contact Donna at (818) 457-4538.


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In-Home Daycare: There is one spot available for an Infant from 3 to 10 months ready to be filled! This in-home daycare cares for a very small group of kids, are licensed, offers all organic healthy foods and has an amazing setup for the children to play. Located in the West Hollywood/Beverly Hills area, contact yourlittlenestdaycare@gmail.com for more information.


www.yourlittlenest.weebly.com


 


 


We Need to Quit Telling Lies on Facebook


http://www.kveller.com/blog/parenting/we-need-to-quit-telling-lies


 


 


Spring Photos at The Pod Photography
Easter and Mother’s Day are just around the corner… what better way to celebrate than with fresh, new photos of the kids? Sessions on the Spring Set are 15 minutes, in one outfit and include two re-touched 5×7 prints and an online viewing gallery. Ages 3 months to 12 years, $65 per child. Choose from Spring themed tutus, hats and little-boy neckties to complete your kiddo’s picture-perfect look! Check out the set and photos of kids on the set on the Pod Photography’s Blog at www.ThePodPhoto.com or call (310) 391-4500 to schedule your session by March 16th and mention Jen’s List for an additional free 8×10 print! Photos make the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, Easter or any special occasion.


Kitchen Kid Summer Camp
For ages 7-14 kids dream up and collaborate to create their very own restaurant! Kids will learn the lingo of professional food writers while eating like them too. Continuing the Around the Table Fridays for parents, once a week trips to the Farmer’s Market and Iron Chef challenges, they’re bringing back the best and adding to it! They are excited to expand their offerings to tot chefs 3-6 years old! In the Books For Cooks sessions, kids will read a story and make a recipe based on the book.  and they’ve even added a CIT program for Chefs in Training ages 15-18! They’ll lend a hand with the little chefs and be in charge of creating their own delicious dishes! Convenient locations in Manhattan Beach, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills and Malibu. 
www.kitchenkid.com



 


Still Believe ‘A Calorie Is a Calorie’?


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/robert-lustig-md/sugar-toxic_b_2759564.html


 


 


How to Strengthen Your Child’s Auditory Memory Skills
Need some help with auditory memory skills? Here is a list of very easy do it at home activities that you can practice throughout the day with your child.
www.pridelearningcenter.com/?p=2482


Is Your Pool in Shape for Summer? 
Looking for an affordable, reliable, pool renovation company? Design Plastering Swimming Pools is a fully licensed and bonded Renovation company, servicing most of So.Cal for over 20 years!
Specializing in long lasting surfaces of swimming pools, fountains and spas for both residential and commercial properties. Design Plastering offers complimentary on site estimates for any of your Swimming Pool Renovations including Plaster, Re-Plaster, Tile, Coping and Spa Renovations. Call 3103454727 and ask for Phil.
www.poolrenovations.com


 



Remodel Your Home or Do Those Long Overdue Upgrades With a Contractor You Can Trust  


Handles all aspects of construction, including carpentry, electrical, concrete and masonry, tile work, finish and framing, painting, complete remodeling (including all planning and permits, drawings etc.) household repairs and maintenance services. Competitive prices. Licensed. Call (310) 592-5377 for a free quote or email hammer633@charter.net.
www.alanstuartfreemanconstruction.com


 


 


Want to Save 20-80% Off All of Your Personal Care Products For the Entire Family?


When you shop retail, you throw your money away on products that are full of dangerous chemicals and not good for you. Arbonne is an online store offering products for the whole family that are safe, non toxic, and full of goodness! Get minimum 20-80% off every order, plus a free gift when you sign up as a Preferred Client, or Consultant. The perfect way to have peace of mind! Skin care, shampoo, vitamins, proteins, baby products, anti-aging, detox, cosmetics and more.


www.ibloom.myarbonne.com
 


Discounted Websites: How About an Iphone APP or Help Marketing Your Website? 
Need a website but aren’t sure if it’s a good time? Hire TBGDesign4u.com and tell them Jen’s List sent you and they’ll throw in a free custom Facebook, Twitter and WordPress Blog to match (a $500 value!). They even do Iphone Apps! With over 15 years’ experience,and located in the Valley, TBGDesign4u.com is the ultimate solution to your online needs. Already have a website? No problem. Let them get you to the top of Google in no time! Small budget? They even offer a monthly payment plan.
www.tbgDesign4U.com  


Designer Dresses: Prom, Weddings, Balls, Formals, Cocktail & More at Dressed Up in Tarzana 
Visit this hidden treasure of a store. They have beautiful dresses and gowns from designers like Jovani, Scala, Sheri Hill, Alberto Makali, Faviana, Tony Bowls and more. Their dresses are beautiful and set at prices that you will not find anywhere else. Their prices cannot be beat. Visit the store at at 6000 Reseda Boulevard and let one of our super friendly and patient dress concierge find you that perfect dress. 
 
www.theeveningwearguyonline.com


 
Camp Kate Kate: Entrepreneurship Camp for Girls 7 to 12
 
At Camp Kate Kate, girls 7 to 12 each develop their own product line, write a mini business and marketing plan, name their company,design a logo and business cards,then sell their products at a pop up store. This is the second year and girls loved it. Great experience for building self esteem. Westfield Century City and Westfield Fashion Square, Sherman Oaks, are hosting two sessions.Other locations and available. One week sessions from 9:30am-3:30pm, early drop off is possible. www.campkatekate.com


 
Vendors Wanted
Sunday, April 14thfrom 11am-3pm

 
Do you have a unique product or service to share? Congregation Ner Tamid of South Bay Sisterhood is seeking vendors for its Spring Fling Boutique. Interested vendors should contact Susie Unkeless at susie.unkeless@gmail.com or (818) 399-7455 for more details and an application.
www.nertamid.com/


 
Handyman Lead 
 
With such little free time, wouldn’t you rather spend those precious free moments with people and activities you love, not on home repairs and improvement projects? All it takes is one call to Mr. Handyman’s professionals to check off every project on your home improvement “wish list”. The insured, technicians can do just about any job from the front door to the attic and all our work is guaranteed. They promise to show up on time and will even clean up after they are finished.
 
Call (310) 926-1919