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Scholarship Opportunity for Academic Excellence, Grades 4-8
Chatsworth Hills Academy, an International Baccalaureate (IB) candidate school serving students through grade 8, is offering area students entering grades 4-8 scholarships of up to $15,000 in celebration of its IB candidacy. Students must demonstrate excellent academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to extracurricular activities in order to qualify for a scholarship. The deadline for applications is Monday, May 16th. Visit http://www.chaschool.org/admissions/scholarship-opportunity or call 818-998-4032 to learn more.
Today in History
Clean up Your Room Day
The first color pictures of Earth from space are sent back from Apollo 10. (1969)
Nelson Mandela becomes South Africa’s first black president. (1994)
Registration is now open for summer camp at Temple Adat Elohim
Camp begins on June 20th and runs for eight-one week sessions through August 12th
Go Around the World with Temple Adat Elohim’s Camp Gan Elohim. With programs aimed at ages 18 months-5 years, your kids will experience summer fun under the care of skilled and dedicated teachers. The theme this summer is “Around the World in 39 Days”. Your kids will have the chance to observe Jewish connections in countries from Australia, Egypt, China, India, and Israel. Camp programs also include arts and crafts, music, science/nature exploration, cooking, and drama. For more information, contact Director Donna Becker at 805-497-6920.
2420 East Hillcrest Dr. in Thousand Oaks, 91362
We All Play! at the Zimmer Children’s Museum
Sunday, May 15th from 12-4pm
Zimmer’s biggest family FUNdraiser! Activities include Zimmer Signature Baby Art Crawl, Glitter Tattoos, Live Music by Beat Buds, Andrew and Polly and other favorite children’s musicians, Captain Tall Tale, Party Puppet Show, Face Painting, Arts Galore & much more! Snacks from our favorite local restaurants, including Grilled Cheese by Chef Eric Greenspan. Museum Closed to the public on this day.
Private & Semi-Private Swim Lessons Now Offered at your local LA Fitness Club
“Learning it the Right Way, Right From the Beginning”
What sets this program apart from others is that students learn to swim at a much quicker rate here than anywhere else. Waterworks Swim School offers swim lessons for ages 3 through adult.
1. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
2. Free Make-Up Lessons
3. Flexible Scheduling
Grand Opening Special:
Receive 20% OFF when you purchase a lesson package in addition to up to 4 FREE Swim Lessons! Offer valid through May 31st.
Your Jr. Chef can make Almond Butter Chews
Mix almond butter, brown rice syrup, puffed millet or brown rice, and raisins or choc chips, and roll into balls 1 T at a time. Refrigerate if not immediately devoured. Good protein, good sweetener, good whole grain. Parental supervision.
Absolute Beginner Tap Dance for Adults
Tuesdays at 8pm
Learn the basic tap moves and start tapping! For all adult ages, sizes, etc.! Get $5 off when you mention Jens list or $10 off when you sign up with a friend. Email tap@tapaholictapclasses.com to get the discount. Shoe rentals available for $6
Positions Available
PJ Library in Los Angeles
Are you a friendly, passionate, person who loves bringing people together? Do you have an interest in Jewish learning and growth…a craving for community and connection? Want to spend 9 hours per week reaching out to families with children ages 0-2 years old? If you said yes to any of these, click (http://www.jewishla.org/employment/entry/community) for more information and to send in your resume for the PJ Library Community Connector positions in your neighborhood today!
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Administrative assistant needed for small, but growing construction company in Woodland Hills Customer service – emails, answering phone calls; writing proposals and contracts
Bookkeeping – A/P, A/R, monthly reconciliations, P&L, 1099’s, proposal budgeting
Admin duties – filing; maintain insurances; workers comp reporting; employee time sheets; Internet research as needed.
Job requirements: QuickBooks experience required; Word and Excel; verbal and written skills. Construction industry knowledge/
Hours – 9am-5pm. Compensation DOE (starting range $15 to $20). Email resume to alouk4u@gmail.com.
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Malibu business seeking secretary with experience in stenography
Full time and needed immediately. Email resume to laura@malibufamilywines.com.
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Food Distribution Company
Area Manager – Responsible for the development of independent account business
Promote and sell company branded products and meet brand sales objectives.
Minimum requirements:
– High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
– 6-12 months Exp. in Sales/Marketing/ and/or Restaurant Experience
– Valid CDL
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Driver
Minimum requirements:
Class A Drivers
Physical work
Six months of experience
High School/GED preferred
$25.50 an hour
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Warehouse Worker
Minimum requirements:
Six months of experience preferred
Physical work
High School/GED preferred
$19 hour
To apply, email your resume to linguanzo@sbwib.org. Any questions, contact Lazaro Inguanzo at 310-680-3700. Mention referred by Mike Levinson.
6 Strategies to Teach Your Angry Kid to Calm Down
Aspen Learning’s summer enrichment! Early Childhood Education, Kindergarten Readiness and K-12
Summer Programs and Enrichment. While all children need periodic breaks from academics, summer is an opportune time to build skills, review and enrich. At Aspen Learning, summer enrichment is both an engaging and fun learning experience. Whether it is learning a new instrument, visiting museums or exploring natural habitats by the ocean, our tutors and teachers ensure your child is continually cultivating a desire to learn and grow. Call us to learn more about our summer enrichment experiences!
310)883-7977
Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age Screening in Agoura Hills
May 17th at 6:30pm at Mariposa School of Global Education
Screening will be held in the school’s Multi-Purpose Room at 6050 Calmfield Ave, 91301. Admission is $10. Tickets can be purchased at the door or at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mariposa-school-for-global. Parents are encouraged to bring their kids to the movie, appropriate for children ages 11+.
Encino Spring Carnival
Friday, May 13th-Sunday, May 15th at St. Cyril’s
Enjoy rides, games, entertainment, food and fun for all! Everyone is welcome and admission is FREE! Check out the Carnival Stage with exciting performances – a full schedule is available on our website. Participate in our Maui Raffle where you could win a trip to Hawaii and don’t forget to visit our yummy food trucks like Kona Ice, Grilled Cheese Truck, Green Truck, Poke2Go and Border Grill.
Speech Therapy
Derra Huxley, M.A., a CA state licensed speech pathologist in the S.F. Valley, is highly experienced in working with children with articulation difficulties. She is a mother of 2, loves children, and makes therapy fun. Derra teaches parents how to help work with their child at home to maximize what they learn from therapy sessions with her. Derra also has an Accent Reduction business for fluent English speaking foreign born individuals who wish to improve their pronunciation.
818-385-1716
The “Sun Will Come Out” this summer as Broadway Kids LA presents A Musical Revue of ANNIE
Mon-Fri., June 20th-July 22nd from 9am-3pm at the American Jewish University
Ages 6-13. At Broadway Kids LA, a Children’s Summer Musical Theatre Workshop, everyone will be singing and dancing their way down the streets of NYC. Throughout the Workshop, the children learn and experience ALL aspects of Musical Theatre. They create and design their own sets, scenery, costumes and props.
15600 Mulholland Dr. in LA, 90077
Great Massage Because You Deserve It
Patti has a unique technique that includes Swedish, deep tissue, sports and reflexology. She has great instincts at finding and releasing tight muscles as well as relaxing energy to relieve your stress. Call 818-458-2627 to make an appointment. Located inside of Woodland Hills Athletic Club. Mention Jen’s List and get $10 off your first massage.
Kicks for Cans at XplosiveFit in West Hills
There are so many people in our community who could use some help – we’d like to make their lives just a little bit easier. For every can of food you bring to XplosiveFit, your child will receive a day of martial arts classes (up to 30 days)! They are accepting donations the month of May. Let’s make a difference in our community with Kicks for Cans! All donations of canned goods will be going to the West Valley Food Pantry. For more information, email infoXplosiveFitness@gmail.com.
Drugs – Even in our OWN Backyard
Summer Sounds World Music for Kids at the Hollywood Bowl
Week 1: July 11th-15th – Usa-Featuring Rose’s Pawn Shop
Week 2: July 18th-22nd – France-Featuring Les Zazous
Week 3: July 25th-29th – Japan-Featuring On Ensemble
Week 4: Aug. 1st-5th – Mexico-Featuring Trio Ellas
Four different programs – a new show every week! Music Performances & Art Workshops. Live music from around the globe on the SummerSounds stage, plus interactive art workshops related to the theme of the program. Save 20% when you buy all four programs! $16 per person (age 2 and up) / $13 per person when purchasing all four programs. Groups of 10 or more coming to the same performance pay a discounted rate of $11 per person. Presented by the LA Phil.
Show Your Support for Work Flexibility
1 Million for Work Flexibility is the first national initiative calling for a collective voice in support of work flexibility. They are moms, dads, millennials, retirees, military spouses, and more who know work flexibility has important benefits for families, businesses, and communities. Take a few seconds to join at www.workflexibility.org and show your support. Help them get traction to create productive change in the workplace and get closer to a better work-life balance for all.
A place for everything and everything in its place
Ronit Krancberg, a professional organizer comes across these types of clients who go through various transitions in life. These are: You have ‘no time’ to go at it alone feeling, Moving in / or out, Downsizing, Remodeling, Working couple, Newlyweds, New family 1st born, New career, More kids, College, Empty-Nesters, Caring for elderly parents & more. So if your mess causes stress, Call Ronit to get neat! Free 1/2 hour consultation. Special rate for Jen’s List members. Email SeizetheSpace@outlook.com or call (818)345-1060.
The Help Group’s Summer Camps
June 13th-17th, June 20th-24th, June 27th-July 1st, August 2nd-5th, August 8th-12th & August 15th-17th(Sherman Oaks only)
The Help Group’s summer camp programs provide campers with a safe and enriching atmosphere for children with autism spectrum disorder and other special needs. Our four unique day camps, which will run in both our Sherman Oaks and Culver City locations, are led by highly-trained therapists from The Help Group and provide a wide range of experiences, such as field trips, visits from therapy dogs, and special events, to name a few. For more information, contact Nicole Webb at 818-778-7136.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA)
Their vision is for a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Since 1990, Habitat LA has built, renovated and repaired more than 1,000 homes locally and worldwide, transforming the lives of thousands of individuals. Last year, Habitat LA announced its Building a Greater Los Angeles campaign with a goal to invest $100 million by 2020 into revitalizing neighborhoods across greater Los Angeles. This investment will also help strengthen the local economy and create healthier and more affordable homes for hardworking families and individuals.
Heart4ART Summertime FUN in Agoura Hills
June-August Special Prepay one-three hr time slots by June 15th – save 10%-20%. Heart4ART offers 1-3 hour time slots in a fun nurturing environment. No monthly tuition or registration fees! Choose arrival times at your convenience. Ages 4.5-16 will have fun learning how to create imaginative scenes in various mediums. PREPAY Summertime Fun is now available! Email sharonsheart4art@aol.com or call/text 818-203-5031. Free trial – 1 hour time slot! Reservations Required.
5200 Kanan Rd. #214
Facebook/YELP: Heart4ART
Sydney Paige believes that every child should have the opportunity to receive a quality education
For each Sydney Paige backpack sold, another Sydney Paige backpack will be donated to a child in need. From toddlers to adults, Sydney Paige categorizes their backpacks by height. Inspiring titles such as “Little Learners,” “Young Explorers,” ” World Changers,” and “Difference Makers,” are a daily motivation for everyone. Add a personal touch of love to your child’s backpack with their name embroidered on the front. Available in intriguing geometric designs or solid colors, Sydney Paige comes with an easy access double zipper, expandable side pockets, a padded back and ergonomic shoulder straps to ensure a comfy fit. Backpacks are made from 100% cotton canvas or natural leather and are PVC-free.
Valley Kids Consignment
May 12th-June 12th
It’s not too late to become a CONSIGNOR. Clean out those closets! Sell your children’s items. Newborns thru teens! Earn money on all that’s sold. Toys, books, games, sporting items, arts & crafts, outdoor items, strollers, clothes, shoes, baby gear, & more.
Family Day at the Movies featuring ‘The Angry Birds Movie’
Saturday, May 21st from 11am-5pm
Red and his fellow birds are soaring from your mobile phone to the big screen in the new film ‘The Angry Birds Movie’. They will take over Regal L.A. LIVE: A Barco Innovation Center. Meet the stars of the film, Red, Chuck and Bomb, for a photo op, giveaways and fun activities. *Must purchase a ticket to meet the characters
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May 10 2016
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