Monday June 16 2014









FREE Ladybug Music demos classes this June at 4 locations in LA


Winner of Red Tri’s 2012 & 2013 “Best Music Class in LA” is a program you’re sure to enjoy! The world of Ladybug Music offers a fun, interactive experience where kids (infant-4yrs) & adults enjoy the funky, soulful & eclectic sounds of original Ladybug beats! You’ll sing, dance & boogie down while learning music fundamentals that will last a lifetime. Groove with LBM this summer & explore multicultural rhythms & melodies that will inspire imagination & tap into early childhood creativity.


www.LadybugMusic.com


 


 


Today in History


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


Fresh Veggies Day


The premiere of Ghostbusters II (1989)


 


 


Play and Grow Smart-er Tips


Nancy Pyne-Hapke, author of “Play and Grow Smart, A Guide Supporting Brain Development, Birth through Five,” has been giving tips to aid your child’s optimum skill development through proactive neuroscience-based activities every Monday.  These ideas come from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books.


“AUDITORY” DEVELOPMENTAL SKILL DEFINITION: distinguishing similarities and differences between sounds, integrating hearing with the act of listening, remembering the order of sounds, learning verbal communication.


THE ‘CRITICAL WINDOW’ during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for the “AUDITORY” sense is from prenatal.  The more opportunity children have for positive “Auditory” (sound) experiences during this critical period, the more efficiently their brains will work over the long run.


More general AUDITORY tidbits:


* OUR BRAINS hone in on the sounds that make up words – not the words themselves – and build connections that allow us to retrieve those sounds as our vocabulary grows.


* IF SOMETHING consistently interrupts hearing within Baby’s first 2 years, such as chronic ear infections, speech will not develop properly.


* CLOSE TO 1 year, if he seems uninterested in relating to you or others, Baby may have a hearing problem – consult your doctor.   


Next week – “Auditory,” Pt. 4  


Comments to msmarm@roadrunner.com


 


 


You handle the day-to-day. Let them worry about the “what ifs”


Every day you agonize over your kids’ school, friends, and health. Let Tatiyants Law, P.C. handle the ‘what ifs’. Sona A. Tatiyants is an accomplished attorney and a mom of two, who works with families to create estate plans that protect their kids. Sona understands the needs of busy families and accommodates by working with them in person, via Skype, phone or email, to make the process as fluid and easy as possible. To help you get started, contact Sona for a free estate planning audit to examine your family’s needs and goals. To see what other parents like you say about Sona, visit Yelp . To learn more about Sona, see www.tatiyantslaw.com. Or directly contact Sona at 818-956-9200 or info@tatiyantslaw.com.


 


 


Dr. Sue’s 50+ Dating Workshop: Flirting, Communicating, Profiles & More


Saturday, June 21st from 9:30am-4:30pm in Encino


If you are ready to start– or still new to– the world of 50+ dating then this is the place to be. It is impossible to feel FEAR while having FUN. Dr. Sue moves you from jangled nerves and negative “What if’s?” to increased confidence and a positive “Why not?” Online dating not working? Find out why!


Hands on profile/photo help


Learn to Flirt


Email/phone communications


Lively discussion & sharing


$125 includes lunch/parking


Call Sue Mandel, Ph.D., LMFT at (818) 905-8568 or visit www.suemandelphd.com & click on 50+ Dating.


 


 


School’s Out: Time To Pack Up for Camp with a PackIt Freezable Lunch Bag


Shop online for a Packit Freezable Lunch Bag for your child to take to camp this summer. Just freeze the bag over night with the built in gel packs to keep the food and drinks cool for 10 hours! No need to add an ice pack. Use check out code: FREESHIP to receive free shipping on your order. Great for packing yogurt and cheese sticks.


www.pezzel.com


 


 


Helping Seniors Connect to Essential Services & Learn About Assistant Programs


If you have a loved one or family member, who is elderly or a disabled older adult, then they would love to help you learn about the resources that your community has to offer. There are many in home assistance programs, transportation programs, food programs, care programs, insurance or VA paid services… And many other fantastic services and programs that you might love if you only knew about them. Call (805) 351-7700 and leave a voice mail for Kimberly who will call you back.


 


 


The Creamiest Goat Cheese Recipes


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/06/11/goat-cheese-dinner-recipes_n_1424215.html


 


 


The U.K.’s KLOO Language Games for Kids: Winner of 9 Major Game Awards, Now Available in the U.S.


The UK’s popular KLOO language games for kids, adults, parents and teachers have won more awards than any other foreign language game and now, for the first time, they are available in America. KLOO games allow anyone to easily learn Spanish, French, Italian and English while having fun. KLOO games retail for $10.99, $17.99 and $39.99. No previous language experience is required. Condé Nast Traveler Magazine rates KLOO as one of the “7 Must Pack Items” before you go on any vacation with kids.


www.kloogame.com


 


 


Summer Art Camp at The Art Club in Encino


This is the special fine art workshop for Children, Teens & Adults that you have been looking for. All you need is a SMILE and some imagination! Painting, drawing, sculpture & mixed media classes are offered all year long in a cozy and supportive atmosphere. One-to-One art workshops are also available for all ages. Email ARTCLUBbyjanet@aol.com or call at (818) 783-6566. For summer class schedules and further information, visit www.ARTCLUBbyjanet.com


 


 


Fastest Growing Flameless Candle is Looking For Part Time Project Managers


Candle Luminary manufactures real wax candles using LED lights as a safe, cost effective and inexpensive replacement for the traditional flame candle. As venues, churches and event sites ban real flames Candle Luminary has grown into the leader of Flameless Candle rentals for these sites. As their territory grows so does the need for project managers. Event planning and design experience helpful but not necessary. Hard working and smart is. No cold calling. Email george@candleluminary.com or visit www.candleluminary.com.


 


 


Download a Free Self Study Program to Stop Stress, Overwhelm & Guilt in 10 Minutes Per Day


In just 10 minutes per day, see significant changes:


Transform Time Management


Embrace Imperfection


Release Overwhelm


Less Doing, More Being


Let Go of Guilt


Add in Self Care


Achieve Your Goals


Balance Work and Home


Enjoy Life More


Work at your own pace and get real results! This course is effective if you do it 10 minutes per day or 10 minutes per week! Use Your Special Code at Checkout – JENSLIST.


www.jameetenzer.com/stop-stress-overwhelm-and-guilt-in-10-min


 


 


Web Development & Digital Marketing Services Available: By Moms, For Moms


Jen’s List member says “I’m a work-from-home mom with over 15 years of experience in Web development and consulting – working with Fortune 100 clients as well as (very) lean start-ups, many of them women/moms. My available services include: Web development (WordPress/CMS/Blog/E-commerce), Email marketing/newsletters, Social media, Analytics, SEO & more!” If you’re looking for help building your site and want to work with a woman who speaks your language, email info@girlsaresmarter.com. References available.


www.girlsaresmarter.com


 


 


Surfing Autism Family of  8 Need a Home ASAP


Mixed family that includes 3 kids on the autism spectrum are suddenly forced to move and need a special house to rent. A minimum of 4-5 bedrooms, ANY area considered. The parents teach a special needs surf therapy program in a pool, so a pool would be a plus. They have references and are personal friends of Jen. Email Navah.paskowitz@gmail.com.


 


 


Outstanding Mothers’ Gathering (OMG) Presents Food & Your Mood: & Finally Kicking the Sugar Habit


Sunday, June 22nd from 10am-Noon


OMG presents another Intimate Conversation! Come and experience one of the conversations at the beautiful Casa Del Mar Hotel in Santa Monica. Network with other professional working mothers in the LA area, and hear from Katie Bressack – certified Wellness Coach from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition & Board Certified by the American Association for Drugless Practitioners (AADP). They will be talking about how food affects your mood, what to do about it, and kicking the sugar addiction!


www.outstandingmothersgathering.com/event-1700889


 


 


Learn The Brazilian Martial Art Capoeira! Martial Art, Dance, Acrobatics & Music


Under CM Parafina Amir Solsky Amir offers affordable plans that incorporates various programs of Capoeira, Acrobatics, Gymnastics, Hand Stand Class, and Strength/Conditioning. If you are looking for a way to get fit, have fun, and make friends then check out www.capoeiralosangeles.com. Contact Amir at (818) 679-5030 or email amirsolsky@hotmail.com.


www.capoeiralosangeles.com


 


 


Messy Science & Building Camp


June 18th & 20th from 1-5pm


If you have a budding mad scientist or engineer, then this is the camp for you! Drop off kids ages 3+ or stay onsite in the comfy parent lounge at Pamper & Play. Activities will include building with legos, making sparkly slime, marshmallow launching and more. Before care from 9 a.m. is available both days. Camp the other days the week of June 16th-20th, also available. Kids divided into groups by age.


1 Day: $55 first child, $25/sibling


2 Days: $90 first child, $45/sibling


$8/materials fee


https://squareup.com/market/pamper-and-play/messy-science-art-camp


 


 


Do You Have Cloth Diapers & Baby Carriers You Are No Longer Using? Or Need to Buy Some?


Saturday, June 28th at 2pm


Bring your gently used cloth diapers and baby carriers to Earthbaby! Parents will be here Buying from each other…selling to each other…trading and donating! FREE event. This is a fun way to de-stash or to buy some diapers and carriers at a lower cost. They will also be taking donations for Giving Diapers Giving Hope.


www.earthbabyboutique.com


 


 


Are You Looking For a Magical Kindergarten Experience For Your Child?


Ascension Lutheran Day School in Thousand Oaks is a warm, nurturing environment for children in grades K-8. Enroll now for 2014.


www.alschool.org


 


 


Speech/Language Therapy


AAC, Early Intervention, Language Development, Sound Production. Sharon Jacobs has been in the service of speech and language therapy for over 30 years, working with toddlers, preschoolers and school age children-to young adults. She has vast experience finding strategies for the individual learning style as they enjoy the process while affecting improvement in areas of language processing and speech production, with expertise in AAC and apraxia. She is PROMPT trained.


www.sjacobsslp.com


 


 


$1 Kid-Friendly Movies at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live


Starting June 17th


Regal L.A. Live kicks off the Regal Summer Movie Express. Parents and kids are welcome to see G and PG kid-friendly favorites for just $1 each every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10am. Featuring movies such as Happy Feet Two, Puss and Boots, Alvin & the Chipmunks and many more, Regal L.A. Live is a great place to spend the day together as a family. Concessions will also be on sale, including Zap Packs – a children’s combo pack with popcorn, candy and a drink.


www.lalive.com/events/regal-cinemas-la-live/detail/regal-summer-movie-express


 


 


Get in Shape, Speed Up Your Metabolism, Detoxify Your System, For You & Your Kids


This summer, make the commitment to go on the journey with your kids as they learn about living a healthy life. Personalized one-on-one, simple, circuit training mixed with a customized detox and nutrition plan, created with real, nutritious food options. No dieting, no yucky drinks, and never stepping into a gym – all done from the comfort of your home, or Sima’s studio. Jen’s List members will receive 20% off until June 30th. Call (818) 469-6313 or email getphitwithsima@gmail.com.


www.expresshometrainer.com/


 


 


Sign Up for the First Annual 2014 Southern California Flute Camp


June 23rd-June 27th, Monday-Friday from 9am-12pm


Join in the music-making FUN! The First Annual 2014 Southern California Flute Camp’s inaugural season. Instructor, Norma LaTuchie, will teach daily workshops. Tuition is $150. Scholarships still available. For more information, contact Norma LaTuchie, nlatuchie@gmail.com or (805) 698-8135 or visit http://normalatuchie.com/first-annual-2014-southern-california-flute-camp/.


Mt. Olive Lutheran Church


1343 Ocean Park Blvd. in Santa Monica, 90405


 


 


Hostesses Get an Average of $250 of Free Jewelry From Premier Designs


Yes, hostesses get on avg. $250 worth of jewelry for FREE! Gather 2, a few, or a slew of your girlfriends together for a fashion style session with Premier Designs. Hostesses get 30% of the total sales free, $100 of gift card bonus incentives, plus 4-8 items at 50% off. Many versatile necklaces can be worn 6-12 ways. Also very affordable with an avg. catalog price of only $38. Pick a date & get any item valued up to $50 for FREE just for scheduling. Call Abby at (559) 389-6640 or email abbypremier@yahoo.com.


www.abbyems.mypremierdesigns.com


 


 


$25 Spring Cleaning Discount For a Chimney Inspection & Cleaning Service


Is Your Fireplace A Fire Hazard or Does It Have A Foul Odor? AAA Chimney Sweep & Fire Protection Co is offering Jen’s List Members a $25 Spring Clean Discount for their dust-free, professional Chimney Inspection & Cleaning Service! (expires June 21st) Mention This Ad For $25 OFF! Also, $40 off of Dryer Vent Cleaning Service. Family owned/operated since 1977. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Licensed and Liability Insured. Named “Best In The Southland” -KBIG-FM. BBB A+ Accredited! Call 800-287-2348.


www.mrchimneysweep.com


 


 


Stressed? Tired? Achy? Treat Yourself to a Massage in the Comfort & Privacy of Your Own Home


CA Licensed Massage Practitioner Jimmy Bridges specializes in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Reflexology and Therapeutic Massage. He will come to you! Mention “Jen’s List” and receive your first massage for $50!* (Jimmy Bridges, CMP #23592). Contact James at (818) 974-0311 or massagewithjimmy@gmail.com. References available upon request. *Rates may vary slightly depending on distance; call for more information.