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Blue Starz Dance & Theatre School OPEN HOUSE
August 20th from 10am-2pm
Come & see the studio, meet the staff & check out the fall schedule for Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-hop, Drama/Musical Theatre & Parent & Me classes, as well as piano, violin & vocal classes. Classes from 16 months-12yrs. Can’t make the OPEN HOUSE? No problem – email info@bluestarzproductions.com for more info on how to register. Mention Jens List to receive a free leotard or t-shirt when you sign up!
14328 Ventura Blvd. in Sherman Oaks, 91423
Today in History
Relaxation Day – now this one’s for me!
The Panama Canal is opened. (1914)
Bleue Design – A Los Angeles Based Interior Design Firm
Bleue Design is a full service interior design firm that manages every aspect of a project from original concept to completion. Projects range in size and involvement, from interior styling to extensive remodels. Recent work includes homes in Santa Monica, Brentwood, Studio City and Pasadena. Visit www.bleuedesign.com for more details, including the company profile, portfolio and list of services. The goal is for you to love every aspect of your home! Dream. Create. Live.
Or Echad, A New Alternative to the Traditional Jewish Community
Join Rabbi Ira & Cantor Beth for:
High Holy Day Services: Bring in the New Year with inspirational & musical services at Agoura/Calabasas Comm. Center. Supervised Kid’s Activity Room with arts/crafts, games, snacks.
Rosh Hashanah: Oct 2nd & 3rd
Yom Kippur: Oct 11th & 12th (& Yizkor)
Or Echad Membership Includes: High Holy Day Tickets for your family, access to all community events for the year, Monthly Shabbat Services, Torah Talk, Women’s Group & more.
HomeShul: Quality Jewish Education Brought to Your home! Small groups-Grades K-7 & Private B’nai Mitzvah Tutoring.
Life Cycle Officiating: Wedding, Conversion, Baby Naming, Adult B’nai Mitzvah, Funeral/Shiva.
Call 818-486-9685 or email Rabbi.Ira@OrEchad.org.
A Service Helping Moms Fund, Gift, and Share Travel
“My mom gifted me travel experiences while growing up, that made me the man I am today. Now I using my company collaboratively to give back and help moms fund, gift, and share travel with family and friends.” My company, Recruiting for Good is generating and sharing proceeds to reward just 100 moms funding for travel every year. If you make a difference, are socially connected, and love to travel often. Contact Carlos@WeTravelforGood.com to see if you qualify.
LaLa Lunchbox and LaLa Breakfast are fun and easy meal planning apps for your hungry little monsters
Say goodbye to stressful mornings for good! The apps are designed to empower kids (they’ll love picking their own meals), save money (no more wasted, unwanted food), and save time (make grocery shopping a breeze). LaLa Lunchbox and LaLa Breakfast are interactive and educational experiences for both kids and parents.
A Spook-tacular One-Day Screening: Welcome to Monster High™
Aug. 27th
Features Draculaura™, the daughter of Dracula, and her best ghoulfriend Frankie Stein™, daughter of Dr. Frankenstein’s Monster, in an epic adventure! Dreaming of a school where everyone is accepted, Draculaura™ and Frankie Stein™ set out on a journey to recruit new students and bring them to Monster High™, which celebrates uniqueness. The screening experience will include a behind-the-scenes look into the partnership between Monster High™ and Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation and an exciting “Dance the Fright Away” pre-show featuring a monsterfied dance tutorial by YouTube superstar choreographer Matt Steffanina.
Hands on History FREE Workshop for Children & Families
Saturday, August 20th from 11am-12pm
The theme of this workshop will be Pacific Ocean Park. In operation from 1958 to 1967 Pacific Ocean Park inspires many fond memories among area locals. Join us on 8/20 to learn more about this wonderland of amusement. After a lesson in the galleries, we will use paper tearing art to make their own representations of seaside fun!
1350 7th Street in Santa Monica
Free Home Appraisal up to a $485 when your home loan closes with Gregg Dahlenburg NMLS # 836052
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Temple Etz Chaim Religious School Now Registering
Do you have friends thinking about joining a synagogue? Registration is in full swing and TEC offers the most amazing Religious School experience! Jewish songs, Israeli Dance, holiday celebrations, cooking, creative curriculum and programming. We are dedicated to providing a positive, nurturing, and meaningful Jewish Religious School education. Contact Joyce Bronstein, Director of the Religious School Office at 805-494-8174 or joyce@templeetzchaim.org.
Website www.templeetzchaim.org
Tutoring for the Upcoming School Year
Josh has extensive experience tutoring and teaching students at the following schools: Bridges, Brentwood, Campbell Hall, CSUN, Harvard Westlake, Pierce, Windward, New Roads, NCJHS, Westmark, Sierra Canyon, and many others. He specializes in writing/literature, and helping students with learning challenges, such as Dyslexia, Autism, ADD, and Aspergers syndrome. He also home schools and does test prep. Education: B.A. Sarah Lawrence College & Oxford University. Contact: (310) 893-3587
Young Actors Academy of Performing Arts for Ages 5-17
Children and young adults will receive exceptional training in acting, singing and dancing. All classes are taught by professional teaching artists currently working in film, tv and on stage. Beginners welcome. A new 12 week session begins September 10th, culminating in an end of term production in December. Enrollment has begun, so sign up soon as spaces are limited. No registration fee! Located in Agoura.
Awesome Facialist Lead
Bonnie Burgess’ vision, the owner and skin care therapist of Cella Skin Care, is to marry the effective result-oriented approach of a skin care clinic with the healing, restorative, holistic feel of a luxury day spa in perfect balance. Her goal is to have each client leave feeling restored in body, mind, and spirit. Each client has very individual goals for the treatment of their skin and it is her commitment to meet these needs & exceed their expectations. She offers many different facials including Lactic Acid Peel & Diamond Peel Microdermabrasion. I HIGHLY recommend!
818-623-7333
23548 Calabasas Rd. Suite 205 in Calabasas, 91302
Painting and Drawing at the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum
Join in receiving friendly step-by-step instruction complete with canvas, paint, brushes and apron to use – all within the inspiring setting of the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum. Leave with a one-of-a-kind creation and a newfound talent you’ll want to explore! These events are open to all ages and no experience is necessary. Prices include museum admission for the day.
Award-winning children’s footwear brand pediped® has unveiled their 2016 Fall/Winter collection
Over 70 new styles across their three signature lines; Originals®, Grip ‘n’ Go™ and Flex®. Highlighted by an extensive back-to-school collection, adorable fashion boots, as well as athletic styles made with Ultra Light Technology™, this collection is sure to meet any fashion requirements for babies to big kids. Featuring uniform friendly classics in black, navy and chocolate brown, gym-ready styles with lightweight outsoles, and casual classics bursting with color pops and designs, pediped is truly a one-stop shop for back-to-school shoe shopping.
Kids storytime skateboard parties/events with Author/illustrator of “The Boy Who Skated with Dragons”
Do you want a fun, exciting and positive event or party for your kids that includes a book reading with a positive message along with skateboarding. Try something unique and special by setting up a storytime book reading with author, illustrator and skateboarder Jim Bates who will read his book “The Boy Who Skated with Dragons” and hang out, skate and talk to the kids about following their dreams.
(805)279-6700
Sensible Tips for Healthier Living
SmartLifebites.com is a new website created by Crispy Green, makers of freeze-dried Crispy Fruit snacks, and focused on sharing sensible, healthy lifestyle information and ideas to help readers maximize each day – one smart lifebite at a time. At SmartLifebites.com, visitors can pick up informative tips on how to maximize their daily health, nutrition, fitness and adventurous spirit through articles provided by professional writers and editors in the healthy lifestyle space, with content coming from a variety of sources including nutrition, fitness, family, food, travel and educational bloggers.
Photo Booth Rental, That Will Make Every Event Even Better
They bring 20+ years of professional photography experience, to make it fun and entertaining for all the guests that you have at your Event. They have an all inclusive price, no hidden fees.
For Rent
Room for rent with own private bathroom in a three bedroom two story duplex near Pico/Robertson
Duplex to be shared with single mama and three year old daughter. $1150 plus half of utilities. Email SherryMHess@Gmail.com.
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Encino Village Remodeled Rental
Located in one of the San Fernando’s premiere neighborhoods, Encino Village and in Encino Charter Elementary school district. Enjoy the open floor plan of this 3 bedroom, 1 3/4 bathroom house with new windows and hardwood floors. Newly remodeled kitchen with Viking appliances and great storage space. Fenced backyard with fruit trees. Close to baseball parks, Balboa park, bike paths, Ventura Blvd. and easy access to freeway. Email tiffanibrooks1@yahoo.com.
Mobile Notary Service
She provides mobile notary service seven days a week with flexible hours. She is able to notarize various types of documents from Deeds of Trusts, Power of Attorneys, permission to travel forms, etc. She will come to your home, office, hospital, assisted living care, or meeting place of your convenience. She has been in business for ten years.
818-357-0208
Learning math is as easy as “1-2-3” with Splash Math
Practice adds up with Splash Math and parents can supplement traditional math lessons with this comprehensive math practice program that adapts to your child’s need and skill. Splash Math has excellent sounds and graphics. Available on desktops, laptops and iPad for free.
Fast Flip
Get ready to scramble for the match in this crazy fruit salad! Match your fruits to a number, or numbers to a fruit; you don’t know what match you’ll have to find next! Whether you play with the tokens or with the cards alone, all players of any age will be fast flipping for this brain teasing match up. The game comes complete in a tin for your cards and tokens, making it an easy travel item. The magic distribution of fruits on the cards guaranties that there is always one correct answer. You just need to be the fastest to find it! Ages 7+. 2-8 Players.
The T-REX Multi Flex Driver is more than just a screwdriver
It is actually the world’s first “Truly Ergonomic” ratcheting multi tool. The T-REX handle is shaped like a little ‘Stick Figure’ man, with his arms extended out at arching 45 degree angles, creating the optimal strength for leverage. You need only simply “Flex” your forearm to use safely & efficiently. That’s because the T-REX rests between your fingers, completely eliminating the need to squeeze or wrench tightly, while rotating with sensitive hands & wrists. Your forearm, wrist, palm & fingers will remain in sturdy alignment, giving you the ultimate ergonomically correct leverage over whatever task you’re completing. Includes over 83 pieces.
36 valuable! back-to-school resources for parents
8 links: Back-to-School Advice and Checklists. 7 links: Easing the Back-to-School Transition. 7 links: Tech Tips for a New School Year. 8 links: Gearing Up for Fall Learning. And, perhaps most important, 6 links supporting The Power of Parental Involvement. A good page to save.
Computer Services Provided by 10+ Years Experienced Field Engineer And Designer, At The Best Prices
Señor Solutions has proudly serviced thousands of home & business clients in the local Southern California region. They strive to provide low-cost professional PC repair, web/print design, photo retouching, virus removal, data recovery, networking, installation of pcs, laptops, macs and linux computers. You can rely on excellent customer service, and the use of high-quality replacement parts. Getting your tech issues resolved is Señor Solutions Computer Services’ priority.
323.744.1491
Play and Grow Smart-er Tips
Since 2010 Nancy Pyne-Hapke, author of “Play and Grow Smart, A Guide Supporting Brain Development, Birth through Five,” has been giving weekly tips from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books to aid your child’s optimum skill development through proactive neuroscience-based activities.
SOME DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING TOOLS (toys and other objects) for 24- to 30-month-olds:
* SOME cognitive development accomplishments:
– Toddler can organize
.. toys
* by size (i.e. large and small)
* by shape (i.e. round like balls,
rectangular/square like blocks)
.. shoes by kind (slippers, flip-flops, tennis
shoes, etc.)
.. objects by color.
– She can form images in her mind.
– As his memory is improving, he may be able to
tell you at the end of the day what he had for
lunch.
(tactile, visual, fine motor, life skills, creativity,
language/vocabulary, math/logic, thinking/learning)
* A FEW 2-year-olds know colors and letters and can
count to 10 by “rote memory” (without really
knowing that “8” represents “8 objects”); “1-to-1
correspondence” comes later.
* BOOKS!
– Simple storybooks work now –
.. everyday familiar subjects,
.. prominent illustrations that match text,
.. information that matches text.
– Vary the subject matter with different books more
often.
– Gradually, tell longer stories.
(tactile, visual, fine motor, social/emotional,
creativity, life skills, language/vocabulary,
thinking/learning)
* PLAY IS your child’s brain development work.
Q: What are “Developmental Skills”?
A: tactile, visual, auditory, gross and fine motor,
social/emotional, creativity, life skills, language
and vocabulary, math/logic (thinking/learning)
and music skills.
Comments to msmarm@roadrunner.com.
Next week – “Developmental Learning Tools for 30- to 36-mo-olds”
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August 15 2016
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