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.
Today in History Congress passes the Coinage Act and the U.S. Mint is born. (1792) Children’s Book Day National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day Reconciliation Day
Best Bubble Parties Offers AMAZING, fun-filled entertainment for kids’ parties and events Bubbles provide kid-fun that even adults find engaging. Kids are TOTALLY mesmerized by bubbles of all shapes and sizes: square bubbles, triangular bubbles, gigantic rainbow bubbles… and each child gets to go inside a bubble! Mention Jens List for 10% off. Now serving all of southern CA! Call 818-350-BUBL(2825) for more info. The parties are truly fantastic!
Use Hypnosis to Lose Weight and Gain Control of Your Eating-Free Intro Class “I lost 30 lbs in the first 4 months with no drama. The hypnosis has made it easy.” Michelle N. Hypnotherapist and weight loss expert Rita Black has helped hundreds of “weight strugglers” with her cutting-edge process that uses: -Metabolism testing (find how many calories you burn) -Hypnosis to break bad habits and addictions. -Coaching focused on results. Private and Group Sessions – Jen’s List members get $50 off. FREE – Freedom from Night Overeating – April 7th at 3:30pm at Westside Pavilion Community – Room A. Click to sign up at http://www.shiftweightmastery.com/Sundays.html(space limited) Call 877-221-7251 for a free phone consult. Smoking Cessation – www.maketheshiftnow.com
Saturday, April 6th at 6pm They’ve got Big Bang Theory’s KALEY CUOCO, the legendary BEN VEREEN and Anchorman’s DAVID KOECHNER at “Swingin at the Beverly Hills Hotel” for SHANE’S INSPIRATION, a non-profit dedicated to building inclusive playgrounds where kids with disabilities can play beside their able bodied peers. Join them for a great celebration. They have FANTASTIC & LIVE SILENT AUCTION with some great deals! Come on out and swing for a good cause!
Continuity Care Home Nurses Licensed, Insured and Bonded Home Health Agency providing Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, Caregivers, Babysitters from 4-24 hours/day in Southern CA. Care provided for twins and triplets and special needs children. Contracted with Regional Center. Agency RN owned and operated for over 20 years. Infants, children and geriatric patients. They bill private insurance, long term care insurance, and take credit cards. RN Supervision for all field staff. (818)761-2273
Sunday, April 7th from 10am-12pm Agoura Hills therapists Stephanie Bien LMFT, LPCC and Leslie Spero-Schneider LCSW will be presenting a workshop for parents either currently going through separation or divorce to learn how to co-parent their children together. All mom’s and dad’s are encourage to attend but you can attend individually as well. RSVP at 818-571-3894. $25 per person. 28240 Agoura Rd #304 in Agoura Hills, 91301
What’s the Big Deal about YOGA OUT? It is The Hike and Yoga Workout Experience, You Need to Get Fit Saturday April 6th from 9-11am A YOGA OUT workout combines an Outdoor Yoga practice with a Heart-Healthy Trail Walk, a fun addition to anyone’s schedule. They begin with Yoga then, they hit the trail for a heart-healthy walk. This Workshop is approx. 90 mins. long and is designed to stretch, strengthen, and re-focus your energy and build your endurance. Join them and connect with your Primary Nutrition: Health- Nature-& Community, all while enjoying our gorgeous CA. weather. Registration ends soon!
Love coupons but always forget them? Become a MOGL and simply Eat Out and Cash In without coupons! Now with over 2,000 restaurants in the MOGL network, you can get 10% CASH BACK on your debit or credit card every time you dine out. Just a few of the MOGL restaurants include Guido’s Calabasas an Santa Monica, La Costa Mission Malibu, The Landing in Westlake and Sage Brush Cantina. Visit any restaurant more than a few times a month and you could win the MOGL Jackpot which sometimes reaches over $100. It’s Easy, Fun and FREE. Also, each time you spend more than $20, MOGL donates a meal to our local Feeding America. Over 300,000 meals have already been donated. Use referral code “jenslist” when you sign up at www.mogl.com or the MOGL App on Iphone or Android.
Join the Great Strides 2013 “Jake’s Jammers” team Sat., June 1st at 9am Jake, who has Cystic Fibrosis, is an extremely strong-willed 5 year old with lots of life in him. He has numerous medications he takes on a daily basis both orally as well as inhaled and a vest treatment that he does twice a day for 30 minutes. He had a successful sinus surgery, and 2 different scopes already at his young, innocent age. The CF Foundation uses 90 cents of every dollar for research and finding a cure. There are many new drugs coming through the pipeline. With the strength of Jake, and the persistence of the CF Foundation, there will be a cure and Jake will live his life to its fullest. Beach Park 1 2600 Barnard Way in Santa Monica 90405 http://www.cff.org/Great_Strides/KimMordoh7037
APRIL Annual Sales Easter candy goes on sale after Easter. Look for packages with Easter markings. While the chocolate may be the same as any other box, the price is much lower. Expect as much as 90% off on chocolate and other candy. Stock up for birthdays and anniversaries. Get free tax record books from banks and tax preparers. Always ask if you don’t see them. TYPICAL ANNUAL SALES: Some early spring clothing may go on sale at close-out prices. MAJOR PURCHASES TYPICALLY ON SALE: April: No regular sales. FRUITS AND VEGETABLES: asparagus, artichokes, avocados, bananas, beans (green & wax), celery, grapefruit, nectarines, pineapples, onions (bermuda), radishes, rhubarb, spinach, watercress. NOTE: With some produce now available all during the year, many people have forgotten when fruits and vegetables are really fresh. Buying in season means that these items are often cheaper, fresher, taste better and that money may be going to local farmers.
Adat Shalom Preschool and Pre-K Open House April 7th at 10am Adat Shalom is now enrolling 2-5 year olds for the 2013-14 school year. Adat Shalom Early Childhood Center is an intimate school ready to teach and instill a Jewish education onto young minds. Creative, quaint, and remarkable are just a few words that describe Adat Shalom. Outdoor play every day in a variety of 4 playgrounds. Meet ECC Director, Joanie Charnow. Tour our bright and spacious campus your children explore. If you register before April 28th, your registration fee will be waived! http://www.adatshalomla.org/Care/Contact_Us/
Kids Piano Lessons, Guitar Lessons or Singing Lessons in Your Home – No more driving! The Music Teachers Network provides fun private music lessons in your home. They serve the greater LA area and have wonderful instructors near you. Get kids lessons in piano, singing, guitar, drums, violin and more. The company screens 100+ applicants for every few they hire – very selective. Schedule now to reserve your spot and take advantage of great pricing. A free lesson for referrals, so inquire within! Register Online or Call 1-800-880-7280 http://www.musicteachersnet.com/
Tuesday, April 9th from 7-9pm Looking for flexible part or full time entrepreneurship? Join them as they show off the gorgeous new Summer Collection from Stella & Dot, hear about the company, mingle with other stylists and see if becoming a stylist is the right fit for you! Bring a friend or two! Visit the link below for details/Rsvp info. Free admission. Food and beverage available for purchase. You may also visit www.stelladot.com/sharihuntington. Don’t want to wait? Call 818-635-0310 for more info! http://stylewatch.stelladot.com/events/6024468347/
Snack Recipes http://www.todaysparent.com/school-snacks
Your Jr. Chef can make butter from heavy cream Pictures of what happens step by step from heavy whipping cream (organic best, at least 35% butterfat, NO carrageenan/cellulose gum) to butter by just shaking using an 8-oz mason jar. Process should take from 15-30 min and yields about half butter and half buttermilk. (From another site, add a marble to speed things up.) http://www.southernplate.com/2011/05/make-your-own-butter-fun.html 32 oz cream in an electric mixer (use buttermilk to make buttermilk pancakes). http://www.organicgardening.com/cook/homemade-butter?page=0,0 Good site for a report on butter. Links to comparing butter to other fats, baking with butter (the higher the butterfat, the flakier the pastry), classic butter sauce recipes, compound butters recipes, the advantages of clarified butter, much more. http://www.webexhibits.org/butter/cooking.html
Heart4ART teaching ages 5-15 to create and love art Heart4ART offers private and semi-pvt time slots, with no monthly tuition or registration fees!Ranging from one to three hours, your child will have fun learning how to create imaginative scenes in various mediums. The unique flexible scheduling works with YOUR busy schedule.Call 818-203-5031 or email sharonsheart4art@aol.com for a free introductory one hour time slot! Mention “Jen’s List” for a 10% discount! Hours: Monday-Friday, from 10am-7pm and Sat 9am-4pm 5200 Kanan Rd-214 in Agoura Hills Visit them on Facebook at Heart4ART
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
Planning a special event? Birthday, Anniversary, Wedding, Baby Shower, Office Party, Corporate Event, etc…? Impress your guests with a spectacular custom themed cake. Like on Facebook for updates and special offers.
‘Crunch time’ poll: Parents don’t recognize kids are overweight http://www.latimes.com/health/boostershots/
Goddess Mama Yoga… for you Thursday, April 18th * Do you feel that even though you love being a mom, something is missing? * Are you feeling called to uncover your Divine Feminine Goddess? * Are you craving the company of other moms for strength & sharing? This is an amazing group of women! Take this time for you… fill your own cup. Kids are welcome (sitter is also available). Each gathering explores elements of yoga, pilates, live music, dance, meditation and communal motherly support. JENS LIST Discount: 10% off series.
Shoes!Shoes!Shoes! Shoedipity.com offers the best in premier Baby, Kids, Tweens and Women’s shoes Spring has sprung and Summer is near! Shoedipity.com is your online destination for shoes and accessories! Get your Spring sandals and flip flops from brands like: Michael Kors, Stuart Weitzman, Jessica Simpson, Pediped, Kenneth Cole, Nina, Stride Rite, Crocs, Native, Havaianas, iPANEMA, and more! Shoedipity.com also specializes in boots and athletic, dress, casual and ballet shoes. Check out the accessories – wallets, backpacks, lunch boxes, hair clips and bows, head bands, hats, and more!
Oakridge Preschool and Infant Care Monday-Friday 6:30am-6pm This newly opened Preschool in Chatsworth enrolls children ages 6 weeks until entering kindergarten and have a beautiful facility. They strive to ensure a safe, healthy, educational, and developmentally appropriate environment for the children. Email Oakridgepreschool91311@yahoo.com for more info!
Kids’ Meals At Most U.S. Restaurant Chains Fail Nutrition Test, Consumer Group Says
Free sample of Spike Seasoning just for liking their Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/SpikeSeasoning
New 33″ Bathroom Vanity for Sale! Still in the box Product Description The expertly crafted Artisan 33″W Bath Vanity is a good looking addition to add to your bathroom. The wide countertop ensures that you have plenty of surface area for your go-to toiletries. With a solid granite countertop, recessed paneling and a rich finish, this piece will fit seamlessly into any bathroom’s decor.Two doors with adjustable shelf.Faux drawer.Black porcelain sink.Finished with black hardware in an antique finish.Faucet sold separately. http://www.homedecorators.com/P/Artisan_33W_Bath_Vanity/110/
Creative Dance for Kids- Spring Dance Series Voted “Best Kids Program” in Calabasas The dance studios are located in The Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center, The Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center and The Oaks of Calabasas’s Community Center! They offer Itsy-Bitsy Ballet (Mom & Me), Tutu Ballet & Jazz (level 1/2), Lil’ Hip Hop, Hip Hopstar and SUMMER DANCE CAMP at AHCCC (ages 7-11) week of 7/8/13. These whimsical, high-energy dance classes are designed to promote positive self-esteem, creative movement (and thinking) and joy of dance! Registration is OPEN for Spring Dance!
The Best and Worst Restaurants for Healthy Kids’ Meals http://www.businessweek.com/articles/
Individual black and white mosaics with LEGO bricks Create your LEGO mosaic with your own design. With Brixels you can transform your own images into unique artworks within a few steps! You select your desired format and choose from, whether you wish to build your mosaic yourself in the low-cost mode, or rather get the finished assembled mosaic image. Then you simply select a photo or another image file as a template from your computer and upload it on this page. Last but not least, you leave your contact information and the ordering process is completed. Within 2 days you’ll get a first preview image sent and if you like it, you will get the base plates, and the correct number of LEGO bricks or – depending on your request – the finished mosaic portrait by Brixels.
Core Yoga Workshop for Moms Saturday, April 13th from 2-4pm Join Natalie Bennett at Black Dog Yoga she guides you through a two hour workshop that will target the main source of our “mom body” anxiety, our tummies, in addition to strengthening and tightening our arms, legs, and booties. Learn to love your body again through yoga sequencing that will bring out the feminine energy that we neglect when putting everyone else’s needs before our own. http://www.blackdogyoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/CoreYogaMoms-Apr13-PDF.pdf
Add more fun, color and festivities to your party or event with Creative Faces face painting, henna and glitter tattoos, hair feathers & hair tinsels They now do airbrush T-shirt and tattoos as well. Their artists come to your party and decorate your guests with amazing face painting and tattoos, airbrush T’s and tattoos and fab hair decorations. Their prices are affordable and they are great with kids of all ages. The artists are moms and fellow Jen’s Listers!. Call now for a $10 discount.
Top products at the home builders show Includes colorful Formica counters, heavy-duty patio door screens, decorative drains, radiant floor heating systems, shower head with wireless speaker, touchless kitchen faucet, fire suppression systems. http://www.vegasinc.com/news/2013/jan/25/new-home-products-builders-show-touchless-faucets-/
Offering over 30 performing and visual arts workshops for ages 5-13 June 24th-August 1st Southern California Arts Program (SCAP) returns to Millikan Middle School and Performing Arts Magnet this summer! Over 30 performing and visual arts workshops including: Musical Theatre Production, Scene Study, Improvisation, Broadway Babes, Sculpting, Advanced Musical Theatre, Fencing, Stage Combat, Tae Kwon Do, Jazz, Hip Hop, Guitar, Rock Band, Art of the Masters, Art Around the World, Wacky Runway, Screenplay to Video, Printmaking. 5041 Sunnyslope Avenue in Sherman Oaks, 91423
Update Your Apple Products & Sync Your Digital Life: iPhone, iPad, iCloud & Macintosh Confused and Overwhelmed by technology? Need Help! They specialize setting up & maintaining your digital life: Free Phone Support – Established Clients *Apple Tech Support – iPhone, iCloud, iPad, Mac *Data Transfer *Video Editing & Family Projects * OS Upgrades *Software Installation & Tutoring *Hardware Purchasing & Upgrades *HDTV, Smart Homes & Universal Remote Install & Setup. Your Personal Technology Consultant. New Clients Mention Jenn’s list for $50 off your first 2-hour visit. 310 305-3207
Are There Serious and Expensive Mistakes on Your Medical Bills? The Answer is “Probably” Fact: More than 80% of medical bills have errors. With billing errors being very common, many people are wondering how to find out if they have been over-billed, and how to have those bills fixed correctly, fairly and quickly. Let the expert medical billing advocates at MBR Medical Bill Rehab LLC in Encino fight wrong medical bill charges, negotiate reduced fees, and save your credit. They are paid only from your savings-NEVER AN UPFRONT FEE. Call 818-923-0092 or email Support@MedicalBillRehab.com.
How to Use Fruits and Vegetables to Help Manage Your Weight Discusses simple ways to cut calories at breakfast, lunch and dinner with the same amount of food with fewer calories. http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/ |
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