Ferrum Fitness is a One of a Kind Fitness Studio That Will Get You to Your Fitness Goals – Tired of overcrowded gyms? – Want more personalized attention? – Not getting the results you want? – Looking for a change? Ferrum Fitness provides a studio that is nothing like you have experienced. Experience a workout that will be tailored toward your needs and fitness goals.
Today in History National Custodial Worker Day Name Your Car Day Peanuts comic strip by Charles Schultz first appeared in newspapers (1950) www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Bungalow 20: Get your fabulous on Bungalow 20 is all about easy: a clothing concept that mixes effortless style with a painless way to shop. We’re excited to present a collection that can take you from carpool to cocktails and everywhere in between. Our online boutique offers great-looking clothes at a price point that will leave you feeling great about how you look and smart about how you shop.
Customized private Jewish education and Bar Mitzvah preparation We’ve made the decision this year to proceed with my oldest becoming a Bar Mitzvah without being affiliated with a synagogue. After meeting with and “interviewing” many different people, we are so happy to have decided to work with Stephanie Streja. She is respected in the Jewish community, having worked in the private sector as well as in area synagogues/schools. Packages include Reading/Writing Hebrew, Shabbat blessings/prayers, chanting Torah and Haftorah, creating a unique Bar/Bat Mitzvah service customized to your child’s personality and creativity. Weekly lessons taught in West Hills or via Skype. https://www.facebook.com/MitzvahShirah
2 Tix for Phish at The Forum for Sale – Face Value
Wear a bald cap for a day and raise money for your act October 17th Participants wear a bald cap for a day to honor cancer patients and raise money for charities that help them and their families. The event is hosted by Small Army for a Cause, a 501c3 organization founded by Boston Ad Agency, Small Army (http://smallarmy.net/), after losing its co-founder to cancer in 2007. To date, Be Bold, Be Bald has raised more than $500,000, with benefits proceeding a variety of cancer charities. Many cancer patients do not have a choice about going bald. Can you do it for just one day? No need to shave your head – just sign up to participate and get your bald cap.
Calling all singers-Ages 7-12 boys and girls Jewish Community Children’s Choir Ages 13-15 girls (new JCCC chamber singers) Two rehearsal options! Weekly city rehearsals at the Workmen’s Circle Beginning Sun. Sept. 28th, Sunday from 5-6:30pm New weekly valley satellite program at Valley Beth Shalom: 15739 Ventura Blvd. in Encino, 91436 Beginning Thursday, October 2nd from 4-5pm For More Information, contact Dr. Michelle Green Willner, Music Director at michellegwillner@yahoo.com or 310-839-3327.
2 sweet cats need a new home! Their owner was put into a nursing home and she could not take her cats. They are brother & sister (must go together), litter boxed trained, friendly, good with kids, 8 years old, spayed and neutered, very mellow. She is devastated to let them go, but was promised they would find a home! Email tana.goodman1@aol.com ASAP. Thank you!
You’ll Never Buy or Lease a Car Any Other Way DriveWise Auto has helped many Jen’s List members (including myself!) buy and lease all makes and models competitively, conveniently and responsibly…and with amazing reviews. They do all the work, guarantee competitive pricing, a no-hassle experience, and make a donation for every purchase or lease. With unbiased advice, no pressure, and pricing that is equal to or better than what people find on their own…there’s no better way to buy or lease, and they make a donation for every car delivered.
Recipe for real Italian Meat Sauce (Bolognese) Serves 6. Takes minimum of 4 hours for flavors to marry. Ingredients: chopped onion/celery/carrot, ground beef chuck, oil/butter, s&p, milk, freshly-grated nutmeg, dry white wine, canned tomatoes. Toss Bolognese with cooked, drained pasta, and serve with freshly grated Parmesan. Perfezione. http://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1015181-bolognese-meat-sauce
DIY Princess (or Ballet) Tutu Here’s a tutu Grandma can easily make in time for Halloween costumes or playtime anytime. Picture tutorial. Use a simple crochet stitch to make a waistband, lace on strips of tulle, add buttons to close, and voilà – your child’s imagination takes off! Link to crocheted princess crown. http://stitch11.com/olivias-tutu/ Another crocheted prince/princess crown pattern. 2-year-old size shown with links to newborn and 12-month sizes. http://allicrafts.blogspot.com/2010/10/free-pattern-kids-crown.html
Open & Ongoing Enrollment at Blue Starz Dance & Theatre Enjoy a free class and see what Blue Starz has to offer! A fun and friendly dance and theatre studio offering Baby & Pre-School classes in Ballet, Tap, Hip-Hop/Jazz, Acting & Musical Theatre. Classes from 18 months to 12 years. Located on Ventura Boulevard and Beverly Glen in the heart of Sherman Oaks. Ongoing enrollment and for Fall session. Email info@bluestarzproductions.com or call (818) 404-2132 for more information and schedule your free trial. New classes are coming to Pasadena and the Westside.
Free Parent Workshop: Steps to Loving Your Baby With Patience Friday, October 10th from 12:15–1:15pm or 1:45–2:45pm at the Calabasas Library With Stephanie Bien, LMFT Parent/Child Connector and Parenting with Love Coach Yvonne Brooks. RSVP to (818) 991-8282 or brooksfoundation@gmail.com.
Drawn To Fashion: Sketching for Beginners Sunday, October 19th from 11am-2:30pm Drawn To Fashion: Sketching for Beginners: Do you aspire to be a fashion designer or have you always wanted to sketch your ideas for your sewing projects or future fashion line? Join Patricia Samaniego, an award winning fashion designer, and fashion mentor for the Accademia di Moda and Mood, the fabric home of Project Runway! Learn the secrets to creating beautiful fashion illustrations. You’ll learn the foundation of fashion sketching as taught in fashion colleges. $45 fee.
Child Safety Books by Pattie Fitzgerald, Safely Ever After.com Now that school’s back in session, it’s a great time to review some personal safety skills with your kids. “No Trespassing – This Is MY Body!” and “Super Duper Safety School” get the dialog started in an easy and empowering manner. Available at www.safelyeverafter.com or Amazon www.amazon.com/NO-Trespassing-This-MY-Body/dp/0984747206/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1371522174&sr=1-1&keywords=no+trespassing+this+is+my+body.
Woodland Hills Ice is Back Woodland Hills Ice, the Valley’s best outdoor ice skating rink, sixth season will run from November 14th through January 19th. WHI will also assume new ownership under Special Ice, a Bay Area seasonal ice rink company. As the biggest outdoor ice skating rink in SoCal, WHI features over 7,000 square feet of 100% real ice and will be open 7-days a week offering daily public skating, learn to skate classes, birthday parties, corporate events, fundraisers, filming, sponsorship opportunities and more. Woodland Hills Ice is located in the Macy’s parking lot of the Westfield Promenade at 6100 Topanga Canyon Boulevard in Woodland Hills. www.woodlandhillsice.com www.facebook.com/woodlandhillsice
Vendors Needed Yeshiva Yavneh PTA Chanukah Boutique Sunday, November 16th from Noon–5pm 5353 W. Third Street Contact yavnehboutique@gmail.com. AND Holiday Boutique Sunday, November 30th from 10am-3pm The Valley Jewish Community Center is looking for vendors for their upcoming Holiday Boutique in Woodland Hills to be held on Sunday, November 30th. Email Leslie806@aol.com for information. AND Mothers of the Valley 2nd Annual Boutique Event: Looking From Mommy & Kid Friendly Vendors Thursday, November 20th from 10:30am-1:30pm at Kids Ahoy in Woodland Hills The holidays are approaching and they are looking for vendors with fun and bedazzling products for moms and children. Email mothersofthevalley@gmail.com to submit your request. AND Call for exhibitors – holiday flea and gift faire Saturday, November 8th form 10am-4pm Accepting seasonal holiday decor, makers of all types of custom products, vintage, collectibles, shabby chic, steampunk, estate sellers, etc. Spaces are $75 for a 10 x 10 space. Canopies required. www.lotusproductionsandspecialevents.com
Get Ahead of Cold Season This Year with Young Living Essential Oils & Makeover Your Medicine Cabinet Essential oils are changing the way we think about treating our ailments. Wouldn’t it be amazing to open your medicine cabinet only to find natural, 100% pure, chemical-free ingredients for your family? Check out the Premium Starter Kit to make it a reality! Mention “JENSLIST” with your kit purchase and receive an essentials gift set free! Start fighting colds, PMS, allergies, headaches, aches and pains and more today… naturally. YL Distributor #1822966. Email: michelle@giblin.net or call (818) 802-2944. www.droptalking.com/#!michelle-giblin/
Be a Part of the Family With “Infant/Toddler” Classes at Leo Baeck Temple Learn about your child’s early development. Explore the various emotions associated with parenthood and ask questions while forming new friendships in a supportive environment. Children participate in hands-on activities. Explore separation, sleep disruption, beginning toilet training and balancing toddlers need for dependence and independence. Classes begin Friday 10/10-12/12. Side-by-Side: 9:30-11am, 10-24 months. Great Beginnings: 11:15-12:15, 1-9 months. Call (310) 476-2274.
No One Ever Regretted a Better Life Allison Cohen is a licensed psychotherapist with over 12 yrs experience helping clients achieve their goals. Offering real tools for real life, Allison helps to navigate even the toughest life issues. Allison has been featured on the Today show, NPR and has been quoted in Cosmopolitan, Huffington Post, PBS, EHarmony, Glamour, Web MD and more. Specializing in: Couples/Relationships Self-Esteem/Growth Family Conflict Anxiety/Stress Communication Skills Depression Life Transitions Intuitive Eating www.LifeIssuesPsychotherapy.com
Q: Your dream L.A. pizza? A: from comments to a 89.3 KPCC Airtalk segment. Cities with highly-recommended pizzas include Larchmont, Hollywood, Westwood, Echo Park, Manhattan Beach, Whittier, Monrovia, North Hollywood, Fairfax, Lake Perris, Adams, Altadena, Venice, MDR, Mid-City, Burbank, Long Beach, Topanga Canyon, DTLA, Los Feliz, Eagle Rock, Glendale, Granada Hills, Costa Mesa, Gardena, Koreatown, more. Commenters love deep dish, thin crust, cornmeal crust, Neapolitan, Armenian, inventive pies, NY-style, vegan pies, so many combinations of kinds of crusts and choices of ingredients! Also mentioned: homemade mozzarella, multiple fresh topping combinations, garlic cheese bread, GF, dairy-free, kid-friendly, grilled veges, Croatian-style meats, Thai curry pizza, Margherita, guanciale, kids’ sauce (veges mixed in), 00 flour, wood-burning oven. “Deal” opportunities: 1/2-price happy hour, $5 Little Caesars, Wednesday specials, etc. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2014/09/30/39600/
KidzCity,Inc.: Center Open on No School Days, Drop Off Hourly or All Day For Ages 5 to 14 Years What do you do with the kids this week on no school days? Drop them off in the licensed center for hourly or daily play with a background, qualified staff. From 8am-7pm, Art & Crafts, Movies, Wii, Xbox, Ping Pong, Foosball, Board Game’s, Rock Band, Karaoke, Just Dance, Science, Minecraft and more. Call to Reserve your place at (818) 887-7516.
*SmaashKidz* Badminton For Kids Tiny tots (4-6 year old) starting new. Keep the little ones active. Help them with better coordination. Socialize and make friends. Most of all have fun. Smaashkidz offers badminton training for kids at two family oriented community locations during the weekend Badminton racket is required. Indoor sports shoes are recommended: Ages 10+ ongoing @ LA Valley College North Gym Ages 4-6 starting new @ Pierce College Gym
Any-Dish: An Amazing Food Delivery Service If you are tired of the same old restaurants delivering to your house, your options just got a whole lot wider. Any-dish delivery service has over 40 restaurants that they work with all over the San Fernando Valley. For just a $5 delivery fee, they will deliver food from many of your favorites. The owner, Armando, could not be any nicer. Visit www.any-dish.com and start opening up your menu options for dining in tonight.
Calligraphy by Gary Mond A calligrapher for 30 years with a studio in Van Nuys area, Gary does a variety of styles (25+) can match any color and his prices are reasonable. He specializes in envelopes and place cards for weddings and Bar Mitzvahs. His turnaround time is usually very quick depending on workload and size of job. Email mailto:geeemond@aol.com.
Fun, Modern Editorial Bar & Bat Mitzvah Photography Shani Barel has been a photographer since her own Bat Mitzvah age and in recent years has specialized in photographing the rite of passage and the events that unfold around that day. Starting with a personal portrait session for a sign-in book and ending with squeezing in the middle of the Hora to get the shot – Shani is right there to capture the most important moments of the day so you can remember them forever. Call (310) 920-8227. www.shanibarel.com/#/barmitzvahs/
Our Mother of Good Counsel 2014 Fall Festival Friday, October 10th from 6-11pm Saturday, October 11th from Noon-11pm Sunday, October 12th from Noon-6pm A fun weekend full of great food, rides, games, prizes, live entertainment, raffle, and beer/wine garden with TVs.Food booths include: Hispanic, Filipino, BBQ, Confections, Belgian waffles, and more. 2060 North Vermont Avenue in Los Angeles, one block south of Los Feliz Boulevard across the street from Ambrose
Childbirth Refresher & Sibling Preparation Class in October at A Mother’s Haven Wednesdays, October 8th and 15th from 7-10pm This course is ideal for women/partners who have given birth before and took a childbirth class with that pregnancy. Classes will cover previous birth experience, stages of labor, pain coping techniques and relaxation, nutrition, birth environment, labor support, pain relief medications, c-sections, postpartum and sibling preparation and adjustment. Classes are taught in an interactive and personalized way. Private classes are available. To sign up call (818) 380-3111.
Sports Equipment Store Saves Your Family at Least 50% Off Retail Prices Save money on kids sports equipment purchases. Save at least 50% off retail sports equipment prices. Cleats, Bats, Baseball Mitts, Bags, Soccer Balls, Lacrosse Gear, Surfboards, Snowboards, Winter Apparel, Wetsuits, Exercise Equipment, Camping Gear, Golf Clubs, Tennis Racquets, Bicycles, and more. Trade in all your no longer used sports equipment at Consignment Sports in Thousand Oaks. They will gladly give you 10% off your next purchase when you mention Jen’s List! Call (805) 379-5969. www.recyclesportsequipment.com
Have LuLaRoe Come to Your House Love maxi skirts, leggings, dresses, & kimonos? LuLaRoe Woodland Hills would love to come host a pop up boutique at your home or business to showcase some of the new styles for fall that they have to offer. Share the LuLaLove in your area and see what everyone else in California is talking about! Email alisa@bleske.com or (805) 801-2052 for more details. www.facebook.com/lularoewoodlandhills
If You Experienced Early Mother Loss & Need Support, Join Motherless Daughters of Los Angeles 6 Week Group Beginning Friday, October 3rd Since l995 Irene Rubaum-Keller, a licensed psychotherapist and motherless daughter, has been helping motherless women in Los Angeles. The next 6 week support group begins October 3rdat her office in Westwood. The group meets weekly from noon to 1pm. If you need some support sign up for the e-mail list and join them for group and/or for their annual Motherless Daughters Day luncheon. Being motherless is hard. Being a motherless mother is really tough but you are not alone. http://motherlessdaughtersbiz.com/
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