Monday August 12 2013









Toddler Day Care Now Open at THE NEST


THE NEST @ The Adat Ari El ECC has openings for toddlers. THE NEST is a high quality, full-time, Jewish Infant and Toddler Care program supported by a grant from The Jewish Federation of Greater LA.


THE NEST will love and nurture your child while providing a carefully designed environment for your child to grow and develop. With their educated teaching staff and low ratios, it is our hope that you will feel “at home” in THE NEST.


Email bstrauss@adatariel.org or call 818-766-6379 for more info.


http://aaeecc.org


 


 


Today in History


Middle Child’s Day


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


US annexes Hawaii. (1898)


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=120


 


 


Check out these awesome t-shirts – Now available for purchase!


Stickers available too!


http://www.redbubble.com/people/mikelevinson


 


 


Bring the kids to the Yamashiro Farmers Market for a special family night benefitting beloved children’s entertainer, Ellen “Twinkles” Meyers


Thursday, August 15th from 5pm-9pm


Though unable to continue the work she loves most due to a stroke, Twinkles has brought smiles to children and parents alike over the years with her charming puppet shows, balloon animals, and face painting. Come enjoy live music performed by long-time fan Minnie Driver with Furious Seasons & Zan, arts and crafts hosted by Art Rebel, great local food & drinks and raffle. All proceeds will go to benefit Twinkles, for the work and inspiration she has shared with all who met her. Raffle tickets available at the market. Prizes will be called at 8pm.


www.lacityfarm.com


 


 


Registration to Consign is OPEN for the Newlife Kids Consignment FALL Sale at Books and Cookies


Sat., Sun., Mon., Sept 14th, 15th and 16th from 9am-5pm


Become a Consignor, make some cash, and update your kids’ wardrobes by recycling your kids out-grown, new/ gently-used children’s clothes, toys and accessories. It’s really simple! Just name your price, tag your items and drop them off with us. We take care of the rest and you walk with 65% cash of everything you sell. Volunteers/Consignors get access to the Pre-Sale, or just come to shop the best bargains in town 50-90% off retail!


www.NewlifeConsignmentSales.com


 


 


Teacher Davis from Music Day Hooray


Aug. 18th


Join Teacher Davis from Music Day Hooray – www.facebook.com/musicdayhooray – as he plays songs that are super for learning and great for moving!  Providing music at over 15 schools in the Los Angeles area, Teacher Davis performs cool, educational tunes on different instruments that get kids thinking AND dancing! This Sunday drop-in program runs from 3-4pm and is free with paid museum admission. Zimmer Children’s Museum is located on the lobby level of the Goldsmith Jewish Federation Building, 6505 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 100 in Los Angeles, 90048


(323) 761-8984


http://www.zimmermuseum.org


 


 


8 Pieces Of Wisdom From Winnie The Pooh, A Bear Stuffed With Fluff


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/08/07/inspirational-quotes-winnie-the-pooh_n_3715089.html?ir=Parents


 


 


Conejo Jewish Day School


In the heart of the Conejo Valley is an extraordinary day school that offers a rich Judaic Studies curriculum, as well as an outstanding General Studies program. It offers a warm and nurturing environment coupled with high academic standards. Students will receive a personal laptop and courses to enhance their computer skills. They will be implementing the “flipped classroom,” a model in which students may observe lectures or videos at home and spend class time interacting with classmates and teachers discussing what they’ve learned. The arts are important too. The extracurricular activities include choir, violin, orchestra, a boys’ adventure /outdoor survival skills club, and soccer groups.


(805)494-7217


www.conejojewishdayschool.com


 


 


Questions to ponder….


http://www.fanpop.com/clubs/random/articles/45707/title/qustions-u-should-think-about


 


 


In-home tutoring for all subjects and learning styles


Homework Coaching


Study Skills & Organizational Skills


Advanced Math, Sciences, Languages


English, History, Composition


AP and Honors Course Tutoring


Tutoring for Students with Learning Differences  Home Schooling


SAT 1 & 2, ACT, PSAT, SSAT, HSPT, ERB, ISEE, etc.


Tutoring is personalized and effective. They will assign a specialized tutor your child will be receptive to so they can start off this school year on the right foot and get results!


www.buddysystem.com


 


 


Amazing Hotel Chains For Kids (and Their Parents!)


http://www.lilsugar.com/Best-Hotels-Kids-Families


 


 


BetterBody Fitness promotion for new clients – 2 private pilates sessions for $100


Normally one session is $75. They also have some great well priced classes that are small and personal and will leave you feeling great! The studio takes pride in the fact that we have well trained teachers, who are patient and take the time to know their clients and helps figure out each person’s fitness goals. It is time to get back into spoiling yourself and Better Body is a real treat!


818-224-4734


22315 Mulholland Highway Next to Shell Gas Station in Calabasas


www.betterbodypilates.com


 


 


Casting


Do you know someone who has performed an act of kindness?


If their actions moved you, tell us what they did and why they could also use some help at http://www.ellentv.com/be-on-the-show/682/.


AND


The Doctors are casting for their show taping Thur., Aug. 15th


Do you or someone you know fit the following:


* OUTGOING GIRLS who want to know if it is better to walk around barefoot or to wear your heels when your feet are killing you at the end of the night!


* Did you just celebrate your birthday? (30th, 40th or 50th) And want to know if there are any important medical tests now that you are “over the hill”?


* Conservative Mom who is against Medical Marijuana


* Someone who is looking to ask OUR DOCTORS a MEDICAL QUESTION


* A Bartender who would be open to talking about the SHOCKING SECRETS that goes on in a BAR!


If interested, send recent photo of yourself to Ashley.holt@cbs.com.


 


 


For the Love of Dance and Fitness
Mondays from 8:30pm-9:30pm
Clubography is a new dance/fitness workout that blends house music, electronica and dance rock aerobics with easy-to-follow choreography. For more info, email elaynelaken@gmail.com or call 310.883.4645.


Evolution Dance Studio


4200 Lankershim Blvd. in Universal City, 91602


http://www.danceclubography.com


 


A Licensed Family child Daycare has 1 space available


Located in a nice neighborhood in Sherman oaks. State licensed (#197416352) and insured. CPR/FIRST AID certified. A fun, safe and creative environment. A loving, caring providers with 16 years experience. Individual care and attention. Nutritious home-cooked meals and snacks. Preschool program. Art, music, dance. Indoor and outdoor activities. For more info, call 818-788-8785 or 323-788-1024.


 


 


Werner Herzog texting while driving documentary “From One Second to the Next” is worth watching


http://mobile.slate.com/blogs/browbeat/2013/08/09/


 


 


Personalized & Unique Baby Shower Guest Books


This Baby Shower Guest book allows you to document the special moments of your day and to keep personal notes and greetings from all of your friends and family (with more than 30 cover designs to choose from!)


www.babystepsbook.com


 


 


Color in the book pages and see the images come to life on your mobile device
Watch as animated 3D models pop out of the page, decorated with your colors and textures.


http://colarapp.com/


 


 


More than listening and looking, preschoolers can actively participate in early reading
 
14 puzzle books and game/guessing books train children to examine pictures closely, to recognize rhymes, and learn concepts. Check these out of your local public library.
http://kidspath.lapl.org/kidspath/preschool/rtmla_puzzle.php


 


 


Speech Therapist


Tamar Barazani is a speech therapist with a combined 15 years of experience as an SLP and ABA therapist. She has her Masters Degree in Speech Pathology and  works with Autistic children, apraxia, language delays, pragmatic language delays, and articulation disorders. Tamar is bilingual and does therapy in English or Hebrew. If you have any concerns, questions, or need an evaluation, call 818-268-7548 or email tamarbarazani@yahoo.com.


 


 


FREE Religious School for Children in grades K-2


Sunday Mornings from 9:30am-12:15pm


Leo Baeck Temple is confident that your family will fall in love with our community and your child will joyfully want to come to Religious School every Sunday, that they are giving it away for FREE. If you are new to their community and Religious School  and your child is in either Kindergarten,1st  or 2nd grade, they are offering free Religious School for your child. An $1100 value. Call Avram for more information (310)476-2861 or email amandell@leobaecktemple.org.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nklxkOOtY4Y&feature=youtu.be&hd=1


 


 


Princess Twins of Legendale on DVD tomorrow


Two brave sisters must come together to reunite two worlds separated by an evil enchantment. From MGA Entertainment, the creators of LalaloopsyTM, comes an enchanted movie adventure. Sheltered in the land of Eternal Daylight, Princess Dawn dreams of a world beyond the palace. Certain the forbidden Night World holds the key to her past, Dawn embarks on a mystical moonlit adventure and discovers that the two worlds were divided by an evil sorceress. The kingdom’s only hope is revealed when Dawn encounters her twin sister Eve and they realize that they alone hold the power to unite the kingdom. Princess Twins of Legendale will capture your heart – day and night!


http://www.target.com/p/princess-twins-of-legendale-dvd/-/A-14727277


 


 


7 yummy ideas that beat toast


http://www.todaysparent.com/recipes/easy-breakfast-recipes/


 


 


Hawaii-Marriott Maui Ocean Club rental November 3rd-10th – 1 bedroom 2 bath Villa, sleeps 4 privately


Fully furnished 1 bedroom 2 bath villa at the Marriott Maui Ocean Club. Master bedroom has a king size bed. Living area has pull out queen sofa. Garden view room. $1400 or obo. Marriott is currently charging over $2700. The only required additional cost is the state occupancy tax of $10 per night. Self parking is free. Call (805)338-7777 or email ktores77@yahoo.com for more info.


http://www.marriottvacationclub.com/vacation-resorts/marriott-maui-ocean-club/overview.shtml


 


 


10% off of Your Beautiful New Website


Creation Web Design is offering a 10% discount for all Jen’s List readers. If you need a personal blog, small business website, e-commerce website or newsletter, they can help. They have been building beautiful websites for 10 years.  http://websitesbycreation.com


 


 


“The Day I Stopped Saying ‘Hurry Up’


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/rachel-macy-stafford/the-day


 


 


Are you ready to look AND feel your best? 


If so, Mark at Method165 is the trainer for you! Mark is a NASM and ISSA Certified Personal Trainer. With 10 years of personal training experience as well as being a member of the US Armed Forces for over 24 years, Mark has lived an active life style and has the knowledge and experience to help you get to where you need to go. Call 818.274.6275 or email mark@method165.com for your free 1st session!


“When I first began working with Mark, I was recovering from shoulder surgery. My shoulder is now in FANSTASTIC shape. I have lost weight and toned up in other areas as well. I feel great! Working out has become enjoyable and productive.” – Jenny (Longtime Jen’s List member)


www.Method165.com


 


 


Having It All Without Having Children


http://www.fem2pt0.com/2013/08/02/having-it-all-without-having-children


 


 


Wine Tasting with Cliff


Thursday, August 15th from 7pm-9pm


Come for another summer wine tasting with Cliff! He’ll share some favorites and new items on the shelf. Only $2 per person. Must be age 21 or over. Limited seating. RSVP by emailing sp.wdh.marketing@wholefoods.com.


Whole Foods Market


21347 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills


www.wholefoods.com


 


 


Hebrew School Open House at CHABAD OF SHERMAN OAKS


Sunday, August 25th at 10am


Registration open now!


www.chabadhs.com   


 


 


The Truth About Base Tans


http://blog.womenshealthmag.com/scoop/the-truth-about-base-tans/?cm_mmc=twitter-_-womenshealth-_-content-scoop-_-BaseTans


 


 


Liquidating Inventory of Children’s Jewelry


Many beautiful necklaces, earrings and bracelets for boys and girls are available if you would to stock your boutique or if you are a vendor at craft fairs or holiday boutiques. Hundreds and hundreds of items to choose from. Contact Maria at Carmela848@yahoo.com or 818-679-0682 for more info.


 


 


25 Girls Hairstyles for Back to School


http://www.babble.com/beauty/25-girls-hairstyles


 


 


La Chance Passe Smartphone Wallet


Features a well sized smartphone pocket on the left side of the wallet and can fit phones like the iPhone 5/4/4S/3GS/3, Galaxy S2/S3, even the Galaxy Note and almost all smartphones out today. Has an opening on the top of the wallet so you can either charge your phone while it’s still inside the wallet or you can listen to music! There is a zippered pocket where you can store things & another pocket on top of the zippered pocket for even more storage! The wallet contains 4 card slots with 2 bill compartments to hold and sort all your bills, receipts, and more! The outside is made up of PU & the inside it is made up of microsuede. Each purchase also includes a wrist strap!


http://www.mochithings.com/phone-cases/la-chance-passe-smartphone-wallet/4573


 


 


28 wonderful stories for your preschooler
 
Check out from your local library. Some titles: Goodnight Moon, Are You My Mother?, Corduroy, Frederick, Where the Wild Things Are, so many more.
http://kidspath.lapl.org/kidspath/preschool/rtmla_stories.php


 


 


1/2 hour relaxing massage with a soothing facial only $65


Relieve that stress away with a 1/2 hour massage and enjoy a soothing collagen & hyaluronic facial that will leave your face feeling fresh, clean, and, moisturized. Call Jeannie at (818) 939-3309 for an appt.


The Spa Jeannie (inside June & Co. in the French Quarters)


20969 Ventura blvd #12 in Woodland Hills, 91364