A revolutionary math video game Did you know fractions are one of the hardest concepts for grade schoolers to overcome? This game does it right — with a full 3-D environment, math learning is visualized in a brand new way to teach Fractions, Operators, Integers, and Number Sense. To get the number 1/2 in the game, you simply chop a number 1 right in half with your sword! Watch the video at https://mathbreakers.com/kickstarter/JLT1.
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history Ice Cream Soda Day Take Your Dog to Work Day The first rocket plane to use liquid propellants is tested. (1939)
FAIRIES & SUPERHEROES: LoveBug & Me Music Summer Series Discount Check out these unique Mommy & Me Music Classes! This summer series celebrates your imagination as they bring your own special powers to life. With a little sprinkling of pixie dust, you will be ready to journey into a creative world where fairies fly and superheroes leap tall buildings to save the day… all with a healthy dose of singing, dancing, creativity and FUN! Special discount this week! Santa Monica Topanga Beverly Hills Pasadena Los Feliz Silverlake Email music@lovebugandme.com for more info.
Introducing CluckCluck: The mobile app designed for parents and their children’s caregivers With CluckCluck for iPhone, parents can: *Send 1 job invitation to all their usual babysitters, see who’s available, and book the person they want *Provide sitters with information for each child and receive real-time, one-touch updates *Ensure sitter has access to family’s emergency contact info *Pay sitter directly from the phone *Keep a payment history Babble calls CluckCluck “pretty amazing” and “simple and organized.” To see the demo video at https://vimeo.com/89257042.
Jewish Baby University – The Community You Expect When You’re Expecting Westside JCC’s program for expectant parents. Designed for first-time parents, this innovative program combines childbirth education with an exploration of Jewish traditions and rituals connected with pregnancy, birth, parenting, and raising a family. JBU also provides a unique opportunity to be a part of a community and create lasting friendships. Each session consists of 5 weeks of classes and a concluding group Shabbat dinner. New session begins in July 20th!
Stay cool and join the a fun summer series with PJ Library at The Play Destination 10am-12pm *June 26th – Sue Epstein of The Shirettes *July 31st – Entertainment TBD *August 21st – The BeatBuds $10 per family per play day. To register, call The Play Destination at 818-292-8644. For more information, email info@theplaydestination.com. The deadline to register for the June 26th event is noon on Tuesday, June 24th. Reservation is only guaranteed upon receipt of payment. Space is limited. 28501 Canwood Street Suite 3E in Agoura Hills, 91031
Adopting a Child: A Lifelong Adventure Bringing a child into your life is one of this world’s greatest adventures. Around the world, children do not have a family or the support and encouragement of loving parents, yet so many families are waiting with love to give. Adopting a child from another country and culture adds a rich dimension to raising a child and building a family. To learn more, contact Holt’s CA office in Los Angeles at (818) 889-8045, email Ann Cleary at annc@holtintl.org or visit www.holtinternational.org.
Summer is here. Do you feel your kids are water safe? Do you see they need more help? Do you feel like it is time to get your child water safe? Do you see your older kids needing some stroke refinement? Katie is a former competitive swimmer, and has been teaching for 15 years. She is First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguarding certified. All ages welcome. Katie is also a Certified Neuro Linguistic Programming Practitioner. She uses language patterns to get children instantly comfortable in the water fast. She is available for lifeguarding parties as well. Email katiekidswim@gmail.com for rates, and include area.
No ice water for dogs http://wendtworthcorgis.wordpress.com/2010/07/31/no-ice-water-for-dogs-please-read-asap/
Life is Short: Be a Better You Allison Cohen is a licensed psychotherapist with over 12 years experience offering real tools to solve real issues. Working with couples and individuals, Allison helps clients bring out their best selves. Allison has been featured on the TODAY show, ON POINT, NPR and has been quoted in COSMOPOLITAN, PBS, HUFFINGTON POST, GLAMOUR, EHARMONY and more. Specializing in: Couples/Relationships Self-Esteem/Growth Family Conflict Anxiety/Stress Communication Depression Building Intimacy Intuitive Eating www.LifeIssuesPsychotherapy.com
Too Busy to Cook: Hire a Personal Chef to Simplify Your Life Let Personal Chef Heidi Weisman cook for you! Simplify your busy life as Heidi customizes a daily or weekly menu for you, your family, your budget and your tastes. She shops, preps, cooks and cleans leaving your fridge and/or freezer full of healthy home cooked food! And leaving you with time to live your life. Special dietary requirements are no problem; Heidi is well versed in gluten free, diabetic and vegetarian menus. Stress free meals are just a phone call away at (323) 868-3905.
Tooshlights help you know where to go http://video.cnbc.com/gallery/?video=3000285789
Flik Flops Your kids will love wearing Flik Flops from coast to coast this summer! Every pink and blue step will be a light-up adventure for your kids with Flik Flops! These adorable flip flops have unique LED lights on the outsole of the shoes creating a vibrant, lighted path with every step. Kids love the interactive design, and parents appreciate the visibility of the LED lights at night for added safety while walking. Launched last year, Flik Flops are the mastermind of a seven-year-old! Available in girls and boys sizes.
The ABC’s of Special Needs Planning Made Easy Wednesday, June 25th from 6:30-8:30pm The Shape of Behavior will host an important workshop for parents, grandparents and guardians. Learn how to protect and provide for those with special needs. There will be information about special needs trusts, wills, guardianship, trustees, budget planning, social security, medical, Medicare, and the letter of intent. Informative and educational for parents, professionals and care givers. Relevant for all ages and types of disabilities. www.meetup.com/The-Shape-of-Behavior-Los-Angeles-Autism-Playgroup/events/184625262/
Garage/Yard Sales This Weekend Saturday, June 21st from 9am-1pm Nurseryworks Goodnight Glider in off-white, Ergo carrier, plus additional baby items, Smith & Hawken planters, modern patio chairs, and more. 5800 Wish Ave. in Encino AND Sunday, June 22nd at 8am – No early birds Huge Yard Sale! Tons of great stuff!! DVD players, printer, Wine Fridge, designer clothes for women and girls. True Religion jeans! area Rugs, Furniture, Wine Rack, Collectibles, Jewelry, Kitchen Goods, shoes – you name it. Cash Only. Person who buys the most stuff gets a prize. 23414 Erwin Street in Woodland Hills 91367
“Mommy! Daddy! I WANT T-H-A-T TOY!” Although it may be easier to just buy “that toy,” think about the value of toys and why “that toy” is or isn’t what would be best to take home. Dr. Toy discusses questions to ask before buying a toy, special considerations about electronic toys/games, activity/creativity/learning toys, “open-ended” toys. http://families.naeyc.org/learning-and-development/child-development/why-toy
Trauma & The Body: An Introduction to Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Friday, June 27th from 1 to 3pm Discover how the body holds past trauma, and how it also provides inroads into what clients need in order to recover and move on, even if the trauma occurred decades ago. Find out what to do and where to start with simple relational mindfulness interventions that will help your clients draw upon the intelligence of their bodies. Presenters: Mason Sommers, PhD and Rebeca Farca Psict. Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute (www.sensorimotor.org). $50 per person.
An Invitation to a Healing & Meditation Night Thursday, June 26th from 6-8 pm Consider this a ‘me’ time, your mid-week oasis to recharge, destress and rejuvenate. The evening entails experiencing Pranic Healing and learning an easy-to-follow yet powerful meditation. You will leave feeling relaxed and energized for the rest of the week. RSVP and for further information, email Scarlett at scarlettm.ph@gmail.com. Compass Healing & Qi Center 22440 Clarendon Street, Suite 101 in Woodland Hills
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Monday, June 23rd at Noon Give yourself the gift of peace with this monthly lunch-time class. Learn how to use meditation, self-hypnosis, progressive relaxation, guided imagery, breathing exercises, and other techniques. The instructor, Hayuta Cohen, is an RN, hypnotherapist, and transformation coach. Her way of teaching mindfulness is easy, practical, useful, fun, short…and anyone can do it. $25/person.
National Hardwood is having their 40th anniversary party/sale Saturday June 21st from 8am-3pm Prices will be reduced and there will be vast savings on wood flooring and accompanying sundries. 14959 Delano Street in Van Nuys, 91411 818-988-9663
What You See in Today’s Public School Classroom Is A Mirage
Wellness Warriors FREE Get Ready for Summer Challenge – eat clean, squat mean and get lean in 7 days Monday, June 23rd We are down to the wire on summer and we all need some focus on our nutrition and getting our tummies flat and our legs ready to show! Join this team in a private group for a ton of FUN, support, 7 day awesome meal plan, new challenges each day and motivation to get you on track! With a team of coaches on your side, you are sure to have an awesome inspiring, butt kicking week!
World Renown Psychic-Healer-Medium Are you interested in knowing your path of family, career, finances, travel or love?Contact internationally recognized Dr Linda Salvin. She’s very spiritual from 3 near death experiences. Schedule a reading for spiritual life guidance with predictions of time frame and outcome; a healing to remove emotional blocks from the cellular level to free you to become your truer self; or a channeling session to connect with a loved one who has passed on. Find the comfort and closure you desire. Dr. Linda was one of the original radio psychics from 1994-2013 on LA’s KBIG, KLSX, KABC and other broadcast outlets. (818) 788-6077
Your Jr. Chef can make Blueberry Smoothie Popsicles Fresh blueberries, vanilla yogurt and ripe banana blended/put into molds/frozen/served. Can sub any berries, cherries, apricots, plums, peaches. Parental supervision. http://www.goodlifeeats.com/2014/06/blueberry-smoothie-pops.html
Charity Auction Available: Stub Hub Center Suite to Watch the LA Galaxy vs. Real Salt Lake – Great Soccer Action Watch the LA Galaxy as they host Real Salt Lake in your own private luxury suite for 14. With first-class amenities, personal service and exclusive access – this suite will provide the perfect setting to entertain clients, reward your best employees, or enjoy an evening with friends and family, all in the comfort of your own private space. Comes with 4 parking passes(donation of StubHub). 100% of proceeds benefit StubHub Rising Star Recipient Real Options for City Kids (R.O.C.K.), a nonprofit providing sports/fitness, outdoor adventures, academic and leadership opportunities for at-risk children. Auction ends June 21st.
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