Tuesday November 3 2015

Progressive Education in the Valley
Children’s Community School has been teaching elementary age children (K to 6) for over 30 years. Progressive education has been a staple of American education for over 100 years. With a focus on learning by doing and helping children know themselves as learners, CCS’ socially conscious curriculum has helped create students who are prepared for middle school, but more importantly for life. Come see it for yourself!
 
 
Today in History
Housewife’s Day
Sandwich Day
U.S. General Election Day
First Opium War between China and Britain begins. (1839)
Clarence Birdseye marketed frozen peas (1952)
 
 
Happy Children Learn Best – Chatsworth Hills Academy Open House for Preschool-Grade 8
Saturday, November 14th at 9am
Discover why Chatsworth Hills Academy is right for your child! Emphasizing inclusion, collaboration, and creative problem solving, CHA keeps students actively engaged and happy at school. Classes are small, so children get plenty of individual attention, and the secure 16-acre campus is a rich learning lab for many hands-on explorations. To register for open house, call 818-998-4037 or visit www.chaschool.org.
 
 
Upholstery Slipcovers L.A.
Upholster your sofa for $699.(7-8ft) fabric included.
Slipcover sofa for $599. (7-8)ft) fabric included.
Over 1000 fabrics to choose from in stock. Free Scotchgard! Call 818-203-3575 or email ryellen@aol.com for free in home consultation. They have been in business over 30 years with craftsman experience in excess of 100 years. I have used them personally, and highly recommend! Why spend $3000 when they make yours new again for a fraction of the cost. They can do anything you request; Sofas, chairs, beds whatever your needs are.
 
 
Bed Rest Life Coach – Are you on bed rest due to a high risk pregnancy?
Life Coach, Jessica Fisher, specializes in supporting women who are on bed rest due to pregnancy complications. Being on bed rest is a very stressful and isolating experience. Personalized coaching reduces stress so you can realign your focus to giving birth to a healthy, full term baby. Whether you are on strict hospital bed rest for several months or home bed rest for a couple of weeks, coaching can be customized to fit your individual needs. Schedule your free consultation!
 
 
Nickelodeon is now casting amazing kids for new show
Now Casting kids ages 8-14 years old in Southern California who have extraordinary talent in ANY hobby, sport, or creative endeavor or already have big dreams of what they want to be when they grow up. These kids will get the opportunity to work with NFL star Cam Newton to take their skill to the next level. If you would like to nominate your favorite Super Kid, email camprojectcasting@gmail.com and include the child’s name, age, current city and state, and the parent’s contact information.
 
 
AMAZING discounts to over 1,500 companies for free
I love THIS site and the perks that are offered! I highly recommend. Click http://greatworkperks.com/company/jens_list and click on the “Sign In & Sign Up” link in the top right corner.
 
 
Revolutionary-New salon concept offers top quality hair color touch-ups at affordable prices
Located in Westlake Village-The first of its kind in Southern California, Rootementary is a unique and modern, fast-service hair-coloring salon dedicated to providing top quality color services and maintenance for customers at a modest price point in a high-end salon environment. The introductory offer $45 Root Refresh & Elementary Blow Dry code: RootVip2. To Schedule an appointment, visit www.Rootementary.com, Download the APP or call 805-557-7668.
2900 Townsgate Road, Suite 100 in Westlake Village, 91361
 
 
Cava Grill – I highly recommend!
Think Chipotle(but BETTER!) meets Greek & Mediterranean. Start with either a salad (SuperGreens, Organic Arugula, Spinach, Romaine, or Mesclun) or pita. Then add Saffron Basmati Rice, Brown Basmati Rice, or Black Lentils. Then choose up to 3 spreads: Eggplant + red pepper, Hummus, Tzatziki, Harissa, Crazy feta or Roasted red pepper hummus. Add Falafel, Grilled chicken, Spicy lamb meatballs, Grilled meatballs, Braised beef or Braised lamb & top with yummy Tomato + onion salad, Pickled onions, Kalamata olives, Cabbage slaw, Cauliflower quinoa tabbouleh, Tomato + cucumber salad & more. Finish off with a homemade dressing & enjoy! Healthy(sourced from local farms), yummy and filling! Price point is great and they even had a kids menu!
 
 
Abronson Center for Judaic Arts Inaugural Weekend
Fri.-Sun., Nov. 13th-15th
The mission of the Abronson Center for Judaic Arts (CJA) is to enhance Jewish spirituality, practice, faith and connection through the creation of meaningful Judaic pieces that hold meaning not just because of what they are, but because of who made them. The CJA seeks to make art accessible to everyone, regardless of experience. All you need is the desire to create.
Weekend Highlights:
Sat, Nov 14th: Wine and Cheese Art Auction (complementary wine and cheese)
Sun, Nov 15th: Make your own Jewish ritual objects to take home. Workshop prices are reasonable and all proceeds support the Abronson Center for Judaic Arts.
For more information and to register, visit www.TempleAliyah.org/JudaicArts.
 
 
The Hollywood Candy Girls
They offer Candy Buffets, Dessert Bars, Custom Candy Favors, Chocolate Stations, Cotton Candy Catering, Glow Cotton Candy, Custom Candy Decor, Candy Centerpieces, Candy Buffet Bars & Customized Candy Themed Parties & Events Including Bat, Bar Mitzvahs, Weddings, Showers, Sweet Sixteens, Corporate Events & Convention Services Catering.
 
 
Laurence School Holiday Boutique
This coming Sunday, November 8th from 10am-4pm at CBS Studio Center/New York Street
Bring your friends and start your holiday shopping early! Featuring dozens of designers with the latest in fashion, accessories, home accents, and gifts at wholesale prices!
4024 Radford Avenue in Studio City
Instagram: #laurenceboutique
 
 
Now on DVD for the holidays
The Nutcracker Sweet
It is Christmas Eve and the Silberhaus children are excited for the festivities to begin. Marie and Fritz are playing in the children s room when their godfather Drosselmayer arrives and presents them with an early Christmas gift, a Nutcracker. Marie witnesses a great battle between a vast army of toy soldiers led by the Nutcracker against a terrible platoon of mice commanded by the Mouse King. Follow Marie and Fritz s journey in the Kingdom of Dolls, through the Christmas Forest, past the Almond Milk Sea, and the Palace of the Marzipans.
AND
Paper Angels
An inspirational holiday story about a child in the Salvation Army s Angel Tree program who encounters the disillusioned businessman who picked his name from the tree.
 
 
Wanted: Elementary School Kids Who Love Math & Want More Challenge
Does your child love numbers, calculating, thinking, problem solving, etc.? The award winning Mathletes may be the perfect extracurricular enrichment opportunity. If you think that your child might enjoy learning new mathematics, playing mathematical games, and participating in mathematical competitions, then email info@KidsLA.org now to find out more about the possibility.
 
 
Are you stuck in a rut with your clutter? Seize the Space today
You decide to make some changes, spend 2 hours and all you’ve done is rearranged the mess and clutter.
You feel overwhelmed in your place?
You just moved and need some assistance w/unpacking & organizing?
You can’t figure out what to do with your old clothes piling up in the closet?
Perhaps the elderly in your life need help to downsize?
If your mess causes stress, Call Ronit at (818) 390-2235 to get neat. Special rate for Jen’s List members / min. 3 hours. Free 1/2 hour consult.
www.seizethspace.com
 
 
New Toddler Support and Socialization Group Starting in Santa Monica
Fridays at 3pm
A support group for parents/caregivers to obtain advice & gain perspective on some of the issues facing their family while the toddler engages with high quality materials & socializes with peers. Erica supports play & facilitates discussion on weekly themes inspired by questions or issues at hand. Topics include typical toddler behavior, toilet learning, developing self-esteem, using discipline vs. punishment, effective communication, & understanding how toddlers think.
 
 
Sign up for Ryan’s Pain Free Living Tips newsletter
Each week Ryan shares hot tips related to injury prevention, fitness tips, and unique exercises that can be performed outside the gym! Ryan has been featured on ABC, Yahoo Health and is one of the top 50 sports coaches in the world!
 
 
Affordable, Educational, Engaging, & Enjoyable Bar/Bat Mitzvah Preparation & Religious School
Are you trying to find the right situation for helping your child connect with his/her Jewish heritage and prepare to become a Bar/Bat Mitzvah? Your child’s Jewish education can and should be a positive experience. Bnai Tov is a small Independent Synagogue unlike any other around. 1:1 and very small class options are available. Schedule a free consultation meeting with the Rabbi to find out how this might be just the meaningful opportunity you have been seeking for your child. Email Rav@BnaiTov.org.
 
 
Dali’s Child Day Care
Day care is located in a peaceful residential neighborhood. They are state licensed. A cozy, clean and comforting home-like setting. Loving, caring and nurturing providers, all experienced and CPR/FIRST AID certified. A large safe gated backyard for outdoor activities. Well-balanced home-cooked meals and healthy snacks. Preschool program. They treat every child with love, kindness and make learning fun! Call 323-788-1024.
 
 
Do you sell Essential Oils? Want to make a little extra cash?
New company that makes accessories to accompany the essential oils selling at wholesale prices. Bracelets for ladies and girls. Locket necklaces, leather bracelets for boys and girls, Car air fresheners, and laundry dryer balls. Handmade wholesale beaded bracelets for $12 that you can resell for $20+.
 
 
Now is the Time to Register Your Child for Day &/or Overnight Camps Over Winter Vacation
This will be Camp Exploration’s 24th winter season. These programs are the most positive and engaging camps. Kids love these Ph.D. led opportunities. Contact info@KidsMakeADifference.org to schedule a meeting with the director to find out more now. Winter Travel Day Camp runs December 21st-24th. Wonderful Winter Week Away runs December 26th-30th. Magic Mountain New Year’s Eve Overnight runs December 31st-January 1st. Find out more now about these uniquely amazing opportunities for your child.
 
 
A Faery Hunt’s “A Mermaid’s Tail” story at The Sunset Theater Company
Sunday, November 15th at 10:30am at the Sunset Theatre Company
Auntie Angelica takes the audience on a gentle adventure to help Mermaid LiBan back to the ocean to find her tail! With the help of the audience, the faeries and Pirate Scrappy’s map of hidden treasures, we go on a musical adventure filled with a treasure hunt, fun, laughs and surprises. A perfect show for the young and the young-at-heart. Groups and birthdays are welcome.
1603 Aviation Blvd. #6 in Redondo Beach, 90278, near Music Rhapsody
818-324-6802
 
 
Want To Maximize Your Maternity Leave? Are You Confused About Your Benefits?
You may be entitled to more income and time off during your maternity leave than you think. The information that HR supplies is often incomplete or incorrect. Milk Your Benefits will help you maximize your maternity leave even if you don’t return to work. Schedule a personalized, private, flat-fee phone consultation from anywhere in California so you don’t leave anything on the table. Contact them for more information and “like” Milk Your Benefits on Facebook for pregnancy/baby/parenting news.
 
 
New Car Seat Innovation
A revolutionary new booster seat will change the way kids travel in cars. Parents can carry the seats in their pockets! Mifold is the most advanced, compact and portable child car safety seat in the world – ten times smaller than a regular booster seat. Rather than boosting kids up, the seat brings down the seat belt to a child’s size. Invented by a father of four, the grab-n-go Mifold seat is now available for preorder and will start hitting the market in early 2016.
 
 
FREE admission for Veterans and their families at the Zimmer Children’s Museum
Wednesday, Nov 11th
 
 
November Annual Sales
Put fresh batteries in your smoke detectors.  Reuse old batteries from those detectors in other devices such as a TV remote control. These old batteries will run for a long time; you just should not trust your life to year-old batteries.
Do all Christmas shopping by Thanksgiving. You can get better deals before the hectic days of Dec. and you will avoid the crowds.
Turkeys are often inexpensive.  Buy several and freeze.
Check all doors, windows for drafts.  Clean your furnace and change filters.  This is a good time to clean windows so they let in more light and even clean light bulbs, lamp shades and light fixtures so that you get the maximum light.
You also might consider putting long-lasting and efficient fluorescent bulbs in dark hallways and stairways and leaving them on most of the evening.  The energy cost will be minimal and the light will help prevent falls and accidents in these accident prone areas.
Tune your car before winter starts.  Do a winter automobile check up.  Get antifreeze early; the price always goes up in the winter.
Typical annual sales: Shoes, boys clothing, blankets.
Major purchases typically on sale: Appliances, used cars.
Travel: November is a great time to go to Florida when it is often a good bargain and less crowded.
Fruits and vegetables: apples, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, cranberries, endive, grapefruit, grapes, lima beans, mushrooms, parsley, rutabagas, winter squash, turnips. With some produce now available all during the year, many people have forgotten when fruits and vegetables are really fresh.  Buying in season means that these items are often cheaper, fresher, taste better and that money may be going to local farmers.