November 13 2019

“It’s Just a Dog Thing”
Does your dog need training? At It’s Just a Dog Thing, their experience, knowledge, patience, natural affinity with dogs & enthusiasm, can help your disobedient, mischievous, devious, defiant, rebellious & naughty dog, to an amazing, cooperative, obedient, family pet. Shawn and her teams attention to detail ensure that your dog will thrive, utilizing positive methods to address the negative behaviors. They also will take the time to make sure your entire household has interaction with the dog & is taught the common language used during the training. They board dogs too! I highly recommend!
 
 
Today in History
The Holland Tunnel under the Hudson River opens to the public, connecting New York City and New Jersey. (1927)
The minimum draft age was lowered from 21 to 18 (1942)
Caregiver Appreciation Day
National Indian Pudding Day
Sadie Hawkins Day
World Kindness Day
 
 
Back to Camp at Canyon Creek
January 18th-20th(Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Weekend)
A fun Winter weekend with your favorite counselors and friends at The Creek – plus SNOW and lots of hot chocolate! $400/camper – PLUS, take $50 OFF if you are already signed up for Summer 2020 or will be signed up before Back-to-Camp starts! New campers are welcome! Bring a NEW friend and receive a free, exclusive Back-to-Camp sweatshirt!
 
 
Life Coaching for Parents with Paola Gancman, CPC
Parenting is an amazing journey. One that requires constant shifting and upgrading. Paola Gancman, Certified Professional Coach in Sherman Oaks. Paola has a Masters in Clinical Psychology and 20 years of experience in the fields of Education and Psychology. Paola works with parents, teens and young adults and can help you work through the challenging transitions of your family life. Contact Paola at Pao@directionlifecoaching.com or 818.820.9323 for a free consultation. Don’t parent alone!
 
Special Event Icon  SHE IS HOPE LA Premier Fundraising Gala & Silent Auction
Sunday, November 17th from 5-9pm
SHE IS HOPE LA was founded to educate & empower single mothers starting over in the workplace & provide affordable transitional housing & childcare. They have a 12 week curriculum starting in January that will cover job prep & training, peer support, mind body wellness, financial & legal advice. Come for a fun evening with food, beverages & entertainment for children & adults! Tickets are only $25! Silent auction items include Lakers tickets, gift cards & baskets, art, jewelry, etc.
347 S. Clarence St. in LA, 90033
 
 
Parent And Kids, Come Learn To Cook With Busy Little Chefs
Busy Little Chef’s is a community of families interested in food education, and a passion to learn to cook. Dyana, a busy mom of 2 boys, enjoys teaching kids to cook with a fun twist on healthy treats and delicious recipes. Have a party coming up? Try her easy fruit kabobs in cool shapes! She invites you to follow her for some yummy seasonal recipes on social media at @busylittlechefs. For all her great recipes check out her blog at www.busylittlechefs.com. Email busylittlechefs@gmail.com for more info.
 
 
Ma Yoga Offers Ten Friendly, Strengthening Prenatal & Mom+Baby Yoga Locations in LA, South Bay & OC
Moms and moms-to-be, try a free prenatal or mom + baby yoga class! Ma Yoga offers a unique system of alignment-based yoga, which is therapeutic, strengthening, and a great way to connect to baby, breath and body. Just go to www.MaYoga.com and up to “Classes” to find Locations, Schedules, and How to Book Your First Free Class! It’s a wonderful way to take time out for you, and learn to turn the challenges of this journey into opportunities to become your highest, most powerful and wise “Ma” Self.
 
 
“Setting Limits and Sticking to Them” – Workshop with Melanie Soloway
Friday, November 22nd from 10:45am -12:15pm at Leo Baeck Temple
Join Melanie Soloway to learn how to implement tools that make sticking to limits easy! You will learn why limits are critical for your child’s emotional wellbeing, how your child’s age determines which method to use, how doing so teaches trust, and more! Melanie Soloway is the Founder and Director of Raising Enlightened Children. She believes that learning positive parenting tools, and how to apply them, creates loving relationships for life.
 
 
Hands on History: Free Children’s Workshop
Saturday, November 16th at 11am
Join the Santa Monica History Museum for an activity that will surely be fun and informative. This month children will craft a yarn basket and learn about the indigenous people of Santa Monica. Each session will include a short, age-appropriate (5-11 years) history lesson in the museum galleries followed by a related craft or activity. By creating something with their hands related to the history topic of the month, children will further create memories based upon their history lessons.
 
 
Expecting Moms – Take 30% Off A New Designer Maternity Brand
Introducing formerly YAN. A line of chic, timeless, and seasonless maternity styles adjustable to wear before, during, and after pregnancy. The capsule collection includes 7 transitional styles that can be worn in multiple ways…flowy or fitted, casual or formal, pregnant or not! The line was created by a fellow Los Angeles mom and produced at a small family owned factory in downtown LA. Jen’s List members can take 30% off their order with the code JENSLIST30.* Offer expires 1/31/2020.
 
 
Holton’s Heroes 4th Annual Benefit Concert
This Friday, Nov. 15th at 7pm in Hollywood
Join this incredible evening of live musical performances, dancing, prizes and drinks, with the world famous KROQ’s Kevin Klein serving as the night’s MC, to funds and awareness for pediatric brain injury survivors around the country. Plus a special headlining performance by Magic Giant, recently named one of the “10 Artists You Need to Know” by Rolling Stone magazine. Magician Blake Vogt returns to perform incredible, mind-blowing close-up magic to unsuspecting guests. Additionally, there will be a special showcase performance of Peter Harper and the Last Three. Peter, the youngest of the three Harper brothers,
 
 
Have The Little Ones Put On Their Own Play
Trapped in a basement, surrounded by killer penguins! A supervillain’s parents drop by to check out her new secret lair! Only 3 wishes from a genie… Just wish for another genie! These hilarious scenes and so many more are now available in “Lights Up”, a collection of 20 ridiculous scenes for young actors. Turn your living room, your backyard, or even grandma & grandpa’s garage into a stage, and watch your young ones come alive playing these crazy characters. Simple silly theater for all!
 
 
Share Hugs, Not Head Lice This Thanksgiving
Head lice don’t mean poor hygiene, just loving kids. A hug is all it takes for lice to crawl from head to head. Thankfully screening, treatment & prevention are easy at Lice Clinics of America. Buy three/get one 50% off Lice Clinics of America non-toxic, pesticide-free treatment & prevention products. Call 844-727-9792 to book a screening. Exclusive provider of the one hour/one visit AirAllĂ© heated air treatment at clinics in West LA, Encino & Santa Clarita.
 
 
Fun, Friendly Professional Martial Arts Classes
Simon Rhee Tae Kwon Do Training Center has been offering quality instruction in the martial arts in the Woodland Hills for 40 years. Master Simon Rhee, a 7th degree Black Belt, and his instructors, teach men, women & children ages 5 & up. He is a 2 time World Stunt Award Winner, fight choreographer & celebrity instructor. Mention Jen’s List and receive $50 off your first month of classes. Call (818)224-3400 for your first free class!
 
 
Evac-U-Pet
Evac-U-Pet is a network of like-minded animal lovers working to make emergency animal evacuations efficient and safe. Evac-U-Pet offers a social media platform that connects volunteers with those in need during emergencies, assistance with animal retrieval following emergency rescues. Sign up today!
 
 
Open Enrollment for Medical Insurance is in Full Swing…
Isn’t it worth looking at other options to save some $? Do you feel like you never hit your deductible, yet you pay huge premiums month after month? Jeremy Licht is a medical insurance expert and has helped thousands of people find the plan that fits both their needs and their budget. Let him do the same for you. He works with all the major companies (including Covered California!) and knows their plans inside and out. Contact 818-762-5947 or jeremyalicht@gmail.com. All information is kept strictly personal and confidential.
 
 
17 Dollar Store Entertainment & Decor Hacks
 
 
Nickelodeon’s First-Ever Holiday Pop-Up Launches at Westfield Century City
Saturday, Nov. 16th-Tuesday, Dec. 31st
Nick favorites SpongeBob SquarePants, PAW Patrol, JoJo Siwa, Nickelodeon Slime, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and a special nod to new preschool series Blue’s Clues & You! will be featured in the shop. Products offered will include best-selling holiday toys, apparel, stocking stuffers, as well as multiple exclusive items. The all-new experience offers many family holiday photo opportunities, including a giant wreath of JoJo bows, life-sized characters and an animated LED character snow globe. Additionally, the shop will feature a program of giveaways and DIY holiday crafts, along with meet and greets with characters!
 
 
Toy, Game & App Testers of ALL Ages Wanted
If you live in the greater Los Angeles area, check out the Mattel Imagination Center website to be the first to find out about paid Toy Testing opportunities for you and/or your kids.
 
 
Maximize Your Maternity Leave
Milk Your Benefits helps expectant parents maximize their paid maternity and paternity leaves. Free, anecdotal online advice or incomplete information from human resources won’t give you the full picture! Schedule a personalized, flat-fee phone consultation from anywhere in California to ensure you get the maximum income and time off. No need to pay hourly attorney fees. Get the truth from the expert in this field so you understand your rights and leave nothing on the table.
 
 
Life Is Short-Be A Better You
Allison Cohen is a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 yrs. experience helping clients remove roadblocks and reach personal goals. Allison has been featured on Today, NPR & Has Been Quoted In Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Woman’s Day, Redbook, Huffington Post, WebMD & more. Specializing in: Couples/Relationships, Self-Esteem/Growth, Family Conflict, Anxiety/Stress, Communication Skills, Life Transitions, Depression, Building Physical & Emotional Intimacy, Kink Aware, Alternative Sexuality & Intuitive Eating.