Help your child feel confident in school with StudyShop! StudyShop is committed to creating a friendly, supportive environment to help our students reach their goals. Math, Science, English, Foreign Languages, SAT, ISEE & more! “Working with StudyShop made me feel comfortable about my learning style. My tutor’s patience and wealth of knowledge guided me to build upon my strengths and work on my weaknesses!” –Jessica T, student “Charles is a great tutor. I wish everyone could have a tutor like him!” -Sylvia M, mother Call 310-845-9130 or email charles@studyshop.org for more info.
Today in History Operation Desert Storm begins to oust Saddam Hussein’s’ Iraqi forces from Kuwait. (1991) www.history.com/this-day-in-history National Nothing Day Appreciate a dragon day http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=280
Tune In, Set Your DVR: Thrift Hunters Premieres on Spike TV Saturday, January 18th at 9:30pm Ever wonder what it takes to run a successful eBay business? Follow thrifting gurus Jason T. Smith and Bryan Goodman on a fast paced, modern day treasure hunt. With a sixth-sense for bargain hunting and the world of online auctions, Jason and Bryan try to turn second-hand goods into first-rate profit. These dudes are hysterical! http://m.spike.com/videos/video.rbml?id=cm6mey&series=thrift-hunters
Woodcrest Preschool Community Wide Family Fun Day February 8th from 11am-1pm You are invited to the Community Wide Family Fun Day and Open House. Fun for the whole family: Crafts, free food, vendor fair, raffle for great prizes and more. Why is Woodcrest so special? Over 45 years of preparing children for kindergarten and life. $300 OFF TUITION SPECIAL NOW THRU FEBRUARY 28TH. Visit www.woodrestpreschool.com for more information. 6043 Tampa Ave. in Tarzana 818-345-3002
My Feather Flair Party Services for your Next Special Event My Feather Flair is a top notch party service company providing the hottest, latest trends for your most important events: birthdays, bat/bar mitzvahs, school functions, etc.. List of services includes: green screen & party event photo booth, glitter tattoos, feather hair flair, flash tats, party lashes, mustache bash, OMG nail strips and diva nail designs, wild hair colors, glow party, masquerade masks, etc.. Themed parties avail upon request. Servicing all of LA and Ventura.
Do you have a closet full of clothes but nothing to wear? Stylist Robin Saperstein, founder of High Heel in a Haystack can help! Tired of reaching for the same old thing week after week? Do you hate to shop? By working together you learn how to dress for your personal body type and lifestyle. You will learn how to wear pieces in multiple ways to make the most of your wardrobe. Allow Robin to help you find your inner stylish self and feel more confident! Contact Robin at 323.533.4111 or robin@highheelinahaystack.com.
My Gym Classes for kids in Woodland Hills and Thousand Oaks My Gym classes were created 30 years ago to enhance physical development & individual success for ages 3 months -13 years! It’s great for making new friends too. They also have fantastic birthday parties & a MOBILE PROGRAM that can bring fun & fitness to YOU!
Two new great, kid friendly restaurants are opening at L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles Friday, January 16th from 50in Smashburger and Live Basil Pizza both use fresh ingredients, are fast and are visually stimulating for busy little brains. Live Basil Pizza, where kids (and moms) can go down the line and direct their pizza making, is then baked and ready to go in about 150 seconds. So no waiting for food as your kids get increasingly hungry and cranky. You are invited to the VIP event on Friday, Jan. 17th to introduce Live Basil Pizza as well as Smashburger to Los Angeles moms. RSVP to matthew@angelsmith.net.
Your Jr. Chef can bake a whole wheat oven pancake Serves 3-4. Make more pancakes for more people (keep cooked pancakes in oven at 225˚ on heat-proof dishes/platters). After softening apple/pear slices/cinnamon in oven-proof sauté pan, add batter of egg/vanilla/honey/ww flour/baking powder/salt, cook 4-5 min on stove, then transfer to oven for 6-8 min. Flip over onto round platter (parental supervision!), slice and enjoy! Optional to top with maple syrup, fresh berries, preserves, butter, jam, nut butters. http://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2012/06/14/recipe-whole-wheat-oven-pancake/
Support the Performing Arts in the Public Schools: Meet Creators & Cast From DESPICABLE ME 2 Saturday, January 25th, beginning at 2:30pm Support the Beacon for the Arts Fund and bring your kids to see an exclusive screening of DESPICABLE ME 2 (PG) on the big screen at LVUSD’s Performing Arts Education Center in Agoura Hills and meet LVUSD parent Cinco Paul, co-writer of the film, along with cast members Dana Gaier (voice of Edith) and Elsie Fisher (voice of Agnes). 5pm kid-friendly Reception 7pm concert performance of Cinco Paul’s new musical comedy BUBBLE BOY (PG-13 content). For Information, call (818) 591-1209, x2.
Make Your Child’s Bar/Bat Mitzvah a Joyous Experience with Cantor Ken Cantor Ken is an ordained Cantor/Voice teacher in Los Angeles. He is available for private one-on-one coaching in your home and can help you create the unique Bar/Bat mitzvah you’ve always wanted at the location of your choice. All-inclusive package includes training, counseling, personalized prayer book, and ceremony. Cantor Ken believes that every Bar/Bat Mitzvah can be a creative expression of your child’s unique personality and gifts! Contact him for a free trial lessonat (424) 265-0745.
12 awesome toys you can actually make from cardboard boxes http://coolmompicks.com/blog/2014/01/04/diy-toys-cardboard-boxes/
Guilt: What Is It Good For Y’all? “Mom-guilt” is the phrase of the day. Moms seem to be slonking* through life with more guilt than the guy who thought “New Coke” was a good idea. C’mon ladies, did you cause the collapse of Enron or dabble in Water Boarding as a child? If not, it’s time to lighten up. And what are you feeling so guilty about, pray tell? https://jameetenzer.com/mom-guilt/
Mom Meet Mom – Meet Moms Like You If you are looking to meet local moms, trying to find moms groups, or searching for playdates for your kids, let Mom Meet Mom do the work for you.
General Dentist in WeHo Accepting New Patients Are you too busy taking care of everyone else to take care of yourself? If it‘s been a while since you had a dental exam and cleaning, its time you tried Maya Johar DDS. You can expect a comfortable office with modern amenities, and one on one attention. Dr. Johar practices minimally invasive and preventive dentistry. Ask about her new patient specials! Call (424) 354-9001 to schedule an appointment or visit www.drjohar.com.
YouveGotFunds Can Help You Raise Money For a New Business, Creative Project or Personal Cause YouveGotFunds is a reward based crowdfunding website located in Los Angeles. They can help you raise money, awareness and promote your idea worldwide. Ideal for Start-ups, Charitable organizations, creative projects and personal causes. Did you know that Crowdfunding is a billion dollar industry? At YouveGotFunds, it’s free to list your project and if you don’t raise money, they don’t get paid. For more information, visit www.youvegotfunds.com or email info@youvegotfunds.com or call (818) 569-3018.
Child Safety Made Simple Pattie Fitzgerald from Safely Ever After, Inc. takes her highly acclaimed children’s programs and created two empowering and fun books for kids ages 3 and up. Start that dialog with kids about how to be the Boss of Their Bodies, The Super 10 Safety Rules and much, much more. Each book includes a comprehensive parent guide at the end. Everything you need to make child safety easy! “NO TRESPASSING – THIS IS MY BODY!” and “SUPER DUPER SAFETY SCHOOL!” Available at amazon.com or www.safelyeverafter.com.
FDA: Z-Pak Antibiotic Could Have A Deadly Side-Effect http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/03/13/fda-z-pak-antibiotic-could-have-a-deadly-side-effect/
Winter Wonderland Parent & Child Music From January 21st-23rd 1stclass of the series is FREE for new students at LoveBug & Me Music! Join favorite, Miss Mary, for a Magical Parent & Child Music series with singing, dancing, instruments & bonding with your child in the world of imagination! Free class good for: Tues., Jan. 21st – Books & Cookies (Santa Monica) at 2pm, Thurs., Jan. 23rd – Private Home (Los Feliz) at 10:30am, Thurs., Jan. 23rd – TCC (Topanga) at 2 pm. Spaces limited. Register online or contact Miss Mary at music@lovebugandme.com.
What’s So Bad About ‘Just Being a Mommy’? http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/4538903
Special New Years Gift for First Two New Hypnotherapy Clients Start the New Year off by quickly overcoming those issues that are negatively affecting your life. Joe can assist you with issues such as weight loss, smoking, fears and anxiety, along with over 130 other issues. The first 2 new clients responding to this ad, regarding their own issues, will receive the first session at No Charge. Issues with Children are also addressed. Rates reduced over 60%. Contact Joe at (818) 990-5741 to begin.
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Gourmet Organic Gluten-Free Vegan Meal Delivery That’s Affordable Chef Florence brings her skills and recipes as personal chef to the stars right into your home with her meal delivery service, FoodFlo. You’ll save time and feel fantastic with her organic, vegan, gluten-free meals made with local farmer’s market ingredients. Start 2014 by focusing on your health the easy way with 1 week of meals for $125 including delivery. Mention the New Year Offer when you order 8 weeks in advance, and receive 8 free alkalizer drinks (a $48 value).
Hey, Mom, Dad, where does peanut butter come from? Uh… peanuts. From roasting peanuts in the shell to delicious DIY peanut butter. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/homemade-peanut-butter-recipe/index.html Almond butter with incremental pictures from raw nuts to finished product. http://naturesnurtureblog.com/2012/06/07/homemade-almond-butter-other-nut-butters/ Really good explanation of how raw nuts turn into nut butter. Suggestions for creative flavorings. http://www.weightwatchers.com/util/art/index_art.aspx?tabnum=1&art_id=216261&cid=sm_fb Nut-free? Make ‘sunbutter.’ Starting with raw shelled sunflower seeds (nutrient-PACKED; organic best), toast, use the food processor (stopping to scrape a lot and only adding a small amount of neutral oil) to desired consistency. Good incremental pictures. Pumpkin seed butter (pepitas). Starting with raw hulled organic pepitas, copy the procedure for sunbutter. Season like pumpkin pie or any way you like. http://www.lisalately.com/how-to-make-pumpkin-seed-butter/ Then there’s making ‘butters’ from cashews, pistachios, hazelnuts, pecans, walnuts, macadamias, sesame seeds (tahini).
Cardio Dance Weekend: FREE Open House January 18th & 19th from 9am-2pm To kick off 2014 and get into the New Year’s groove, M will be showcasing our most popular styles and instructors. A variety of dance classes for all levels will be offered, from Zumba and Hip Hop, to Plyojam and Bollywood. Seven classes will be held each day, 45 minutes in length. Try out as many as your dancer’s heart desires, and see what style suits you best! Perks- complimentary juice, healthy snacks, and prizes will be provided by community sponsors www.mooredancing.com
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Brand New Whole-Body Wellness Weight Loss Program Since 2010, weight loss has been the #1 New Year’s resolution. Statistics show more than 1 in 3 Americans resolve to lose weight but only 8% stick to it and reach their goal. The Whole-Body Wellness Weight Loss Program provides tools, education and support to achieve REAL and LASTING change — improve your energy and overall health, tame the scale and return to a weight you feel good about, and get you back into your jeans! Call for a Free “Lose it NOW” Strategy Session at (818) 219-0642.
Clickademics Essay Engine Free Essay Writing WebApp Developed by a classroom teacher. Clickademics Essay Engine helps students learn the logic and organization, making them successful writers. The program simplifies school essays by breaking them into manageable steps. For each step, the student watches a short video and writes a couple sentences. In the end, the program assembles the pieces into a great essay. It works great on computes, tablets, and even smart phones.
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Kitchen science How to soften butter and how the temperature of butter affects your baking outcome. http://www.oregonlive.com/cooking/2014/01/the_quickest
Autism Movement Therapy Creative Dance Classes for children 3-4 Years of Age Fridays starting January 24that 10am Autism Movement Therapy through Creative Dance for children 3-4 yrs. at Miss Melodee Studios, located at 18729 Ventura Boulevard in Tarzana. First Class Free! Six Class Card (student plus a buddy) $90 Single Class $18 Taught by Elizabeth Rose Chacon Certified Autism Movement Therapy® Provider and Dance Instructor. Questions? Email ewizabeph@yahoo.com. Autism Movement Therapy is a multi-sensory dance class that encourages brain-mapping between the right and left hemispheres of the brain. |
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