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TSH Construction and Design is truly your #1 choice for high-quality home renovations TSH focuses on specialties like complete custom Kitchens, Bathrooms, Master Suites, and Room Additions. They also offer Roofing and Hardscaping services. TSH includes a free design consultation and, if needed, an amazing digital 3D rendering of your future project. TSH assists you in determining the TOTAL expense of your renovation (which helps minimize any unexpected costs). TSH will personally shop with you for all of your project needs. Contact Trace Hanock, Licensed General Contractor at (818)535-4026. Highly recommended. Jen’s List members save 10%. “The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.” – Benjamin Franklin www.tshconstructionanddesign.com
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history Peach Ice Cream Day Yellow Pig Day The Harvard School of Dentistry becomes the first dental school in the U.S. (1867) The air conditioner was invented. (1902) Walt Disney’s Disneyland opens in Anaheim, Ca. (1955)
3 Best New Cars For Families http://www.lacarconnection.com/best-family-cars
Registration is now open for the Temple Adat Elohim’s Early Childhood Center and the Religious School Temple Adat Elohim is the place where great things happen every day. These great programs will open the gateways to Jewish life for your children from 6 months old through high school. The teaching staff is dedicated to inspire and engage students and their families in the beauty of living and learning Jewishly. Many scheduling options are available. For more information, call 805-497-7101 or visit http://www.adatelohim.org/Education-s/4.htm.
CHS Summer Theater presents High School Musical Friday, July 17th at 7pm, Saturday the 18th at 7pm, and Sunday the 19th at 1pm Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life on stage! Troy, Gabriella, and the students of East High must deal with issues of first love, friends, and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. Disney’s High School Musical is fun for the whole family!
Easiest Ever 5 Minute Microwave Homemade Playdough Made with flour, cream of tartar, vegetable oil, salt, water and food color. Whisk well in a 4 C pyrex measuring cup to remove lumps, and nuke/stir, nuke/stir, nuke/stir. Cool, knead, play! Store in an airtight container for up to 4-6 months. http://www.funathomewithkids.com/2015/05/easiest-ever-5-minute-microwave.html
The Autobahn of Meditation ~ July Breath Circle Sunday July 19th at 4pm Summertime is in full swing! For me, it’s a time to swim, loll, stargaze, daydream, travel, meet new people, try new stuff and feel like a kid again… How bout you? Save Sunday July 19 for the July Breath Circle when you can do it all, and then some! In this guided group meditation, you will learn an easy, 3-step breathing technique that helps shed negative feelings, increases endorphins and makes you feel refreshed, cleansed and happy. For more info and RSVP, call (818) 989-3146.
The 20 things teens born in the 90s did in relationships that make us all cringe now http://metro.co.uk/2015/07/05/the-20-things-teens
Sing Along Night at Henri’s Back Room in Canoga Park Saturday, August 1st from 7:30-10pm Gerard’s Guitars Presents: Beatles, Stones and Classic Songs Sing Along with The Back Room Trio. Great food. Adult beverages. Ice cream and pies! Appetizers. Great dinners! Light snacks. Full bar. All ages, kid friendly! And no cover charge.
Sales This Weekend Multi Family Yard Sale Saturday, July 18th at 7am Lots of great kids toys, BBQ, desk, clothing, and more! 6834 Texhoma Avenue in Lake Balboa AND Neighborhood Garage Sale Saturday July 18th from 8am-2pm The Aenta St. Cul du Sac and Le Sage St will be having a huge neighborhood garage sale! Furniture, exercise equipment, books, luggage, tools, adult and kids clothes, household decor and more. 2 houses are moving sales and the rest are summer cleaning. Corner of LeSage and Aetna in Woodland Hills – Just East of Platt and North of Oxnard AND Multi-family (14+) benefit yard sale Sunday July 19th from 8am-3pm A group yard sale to benefit the Parent-Teacher Organization at Weizmann Day School. At least 14 families are contributing goods for sale, so it will be big. They are selling: Baby things * Kids clothes and toys * Adult clothes, shoes, etc. * DVDs, books * Electronics * Furniture * Kitchen things * Artwork * and more! 804 Garfield Ave. in South Pasadena
MommysWithCancer FUNdraising Event Saturday, August 1st at 7pm A fun evening to support MommysWithCancer.org. This child-free event will feature: wine-tasting, hors d’oeuvres, live music, raffle, and prizes. All proceeds will go directly to benefit women who face the challenges of parenting during and following cancer treatment. Tickets only $100/couple pre-sale, $120 at the door, and are tax-deductible. Go to www.MommysWithCancer.org to sign up or donate, or contact Marta Blum at (818) 326-0675 or Marta@Mommyswithcancer.org for more information.
Google Offers A Free 4 Weeks Virtual Science Camp for Kids http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2015/07/google-offers
Women’s Shoe Sale Now-July 26th 50% off all women’s shoes!
If your child wants to play football, but you are concerned about the injuries and concussions, then this is the league for you Conejo Youth Flag Football Association is a non-profit organization that has been active in the Conejo Valley for 40+ years. They provide a comprehensive, fun and safe alternative to tackle football. CYFFA is real football. CYFFA is the only flag football organization that follows CIF rules, has 4 referees per 8-on-8 games, (not 2 referees for 11-on-11 like the tackle leagues) and every player wears a soft Gamebreaker helmet for added protection. They play 10 games from Sept.-Nov. The last In-Person Registration and Player Evaluations Saturday, July 25th from 9am-11am at Redwood Middle School in Thousand Oaks. Use coupon code, JL-15.
Original Art For Sale: Great Prices Custom Paintings, Group and Individual classes, private events. For special prices and more information call (818) 448-0552.
31 Insanely Clever Ways To Organize Your Tiny Kitchen http://www.buzzfeed.com/nataliebrown/insanely-clever-ways
Jobs Available Bi Lingual Receptionist Needed ASAP Full Time Bi Lingual receptionist needed for a busy property management office. Phones Filing data entry, etc. Call (818) 887-2200 for an interview. AND BHPO Based Independent PR & Marketing Communications Firm is Hiring Seeking part-time Public Relations Assistant – BHPO.-based independent PR / marketing practitioner servicing luxury travel/lifestyle clients. Responsibilities: to help with media research, pitching, database management and various office duties. Home office in the Benedict Canyon area. Forward your resume to bonnie@bonniereuben.com. Qualifications: Computer literate, Internet savvy, Microsoft Word and Excel. Database experience desired. Excellent written/verbal skills required. AND Food Pantry Co-Supervisor/Grocery Store Purchaser 3 mornings a week from 8:30-11:30am. The West Valley Food Pantry is seeking a motivated and committed volunteer for the position of Pantry Co-Supervisor and Grocery Store Purchaser. Prior non-profit experience preferred, but not required. Supervisory and/or purchasing experience would be helpful, but not required. Candidates must be dependable, trustworthy, and people-oriented with a desire to serve others. See position details on the website. The pantry celebrates its 30th year serving over 3,000 people per month. AND Weekend Party Assistants Needed: Saturday & Sunday Playsource is looking for a few great party assistants! If you or someone you know is outgoing, fun, and loves children they want to hear from you! Send your resume and contact info to dfriedman9802@gmail.com or call Debbie at (818) 888-0899, Tuesday – Friday morning. Perfect for a college student or stay at home mom needing to make a few extra bucks on the weekend. They need two people to start asap and one the beginning of August. 21921 Ventura Boulevard in Woodland Hills
Kids Like Me Summer Camp in Culver City Aug. 3rd-21st from 9am-3pm The Help Group Summer Camps provide campers with a safe and enriching atmosphere for children with autism spectrum disorder and other special needs. The four unique day camps create opportunities for children and teens to engage, experience, and explore. Each camp strives to developmentally and chronologically match children across the spectrum to ensure an appropriate peer group for learning and fun. http://www.kidslikemela.org/summer_camp/
Assisted Living Connections is offering an ongoing Caregiver Support Group in Agoura Hills The support group is affiliated with the Alzheimer’s Association, California Southland Chapter. This group is open to anyone who has a family member (spouse or parent) or a dear friend going through this very difficult disease. The group is led by Tami Podell and meets on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month from 5:30-7pm at Meadowbrook Assisted Living. Families with a loved one suffering from any type of dementia, impairment or chronic illness are encouraged to join the group. There is no fee. Prior RSVP is appreciated by contacting Tami Podell at (818) 357-1123 or TamiPodell@gmail.com. 5217 Cheseboro Road in Agoura Hills
Kids of Helicopter Parents Are Sputtering Out http://www.slate.com/articles/double_x/doublex/2015/07
Is Your Dog Chewing, Barking, Digging, Jumping? Most people wait until they have a problem vs. training their pooch early. Jeff with Smart Dogs is a highly experienced dog trainer who also coaches you and the family on how to handle your dog while avoiding the headaches. Your dog will learn the most useful every day commands through private lessons or boarding training utilizing positive and reliable methods. Call (818) 371-1231 or email info@smartdogstraining.com for an evaluation today. Ask for the Jen’s list discount.
If Your Mess Causes Stress, Call Ronit to Get Neat With Seize the Space, everything will have a place. She helps busy families and professionals get organized so they can enjoy life without the extra stresses. If you are planning on moving, she also packs, unpacks and downsizes. She can also be your personal assistant to run your errands or help you through your hectic day. Call Ronit Krancberg of Seize the Space at (818) 345-1060 for a free half hour consult. Special rate for Jen’s List.
See What Montessori Elementary Looks Like Kindergarten is age 4 years, 9 months in September. Drop-ins are welcome during Summer Program from 9am-12pm, Thursday July 23rd and Friday, July 24th. Offering an affordable, progressive K-6th grade school where academic strengths are celebrated and differences supported. Perfect for creative, independent children and especially suited for hands-on and visual learners. They offer an experienced teaching staff, small class size, and individualized curricula. Read the reviews on Greatschools and Yelp. This is the only Montessori Elementary recognized by The American Montessori Society in the West Valley. www.ElementsMontessoriElementary.org
Juggling Your Childcare Through Different Ages & Stages Tuesday, July 28th from 12-1:45pm Outstanding Mothers’ Gathering is the premier networking organization for working mothers. Join them for the July Power Lunch featuring the founders of Urban Sitter, Cultural AuPair and the new Uber for Kids Hop.Skip.Drive. Come and learn from dedicated mothers Janelle McGlothlin, Lynn Perkins, and Tracy Cota and join a dialogue about childcare for various stages of your child’s development! Join us and learn about different ways to utilize the proper resources and succeed! www.outstandingmothersgathering.com/event-1983005
Do You Really Have to be Liked in the Board Room? Do you? Some of the tougher ladies among us might say, “no.” But you know what? Most do want to be liked. So do men as a matter of fact. And yet, it seems that even after acquiring Scholarships, MBA’s, PhD’s and promotions, you may still feel like a vulnerable 5th grader, hoping we will find a friend to have lunch with at school. The desire to be liked creates a conundrum for women in the workplace. https://jameetenzer.com/likability-success-women-workplace/
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