Friday April 4 2014

How Will Your Kids Survive the Social Battlefield? Everyone knows that middle school and high school can be brutal. Bullying and relentless teasing, combined with the insecurities of a changing body, have always made getting through the early teen years a challenge, and it's only gotten tougher with the advent of social media. So, how can you help your kids? How can you help them talk to you? How can they become more resilient? Come hear bestselling author Rosalind Wiseman, the "go to" bullying expert for CNN, People Magazine and the NY Times, speak at Temple Beth Hillel on ... ...continue reading

Thursday April 3 2014

Juvenile Shop Warehouse Sale Sunday, April 6th from 10am-3pm Yearly warehouse sale featuring Cribs, Dressers, Glider Chairs, Bunk Bed, Strollers, Car Seats, Hi Chairs and much more. Bins filled with merchandise reduced more than 50%, go early for the best selection. 14666 Keswick Avenue, between Saticoy and Roscoe off Van Nuys Boulevard. www.juvenileshop.com     Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history Don't Go to Work Unless it's Fun Day  Tweed Day The Pony ... ...continue reading

Wednesday April 2 2014

Got Kids - You Need an Estate & Kids Protection Plan Sunday, April 6th from 1-2pm at A Mother's Haven in Encino * Learn how to protect your family and kids * Discover how to protect your Children's Inheritance from Divorce/Lawsuits * Find out how to easily name guardians for your kids. * Discover how to avoid the 6 common mistakes most parents make that leave their kids at risk. Everyone in attendance will take home a copy of "Wear Clean Underwear! A Fast, Fun, Friendly - and Essential - Guide to Legal Planning for Busy Parents" - PLUS ... ...continue reading

Tuesday April 1 2014

"Mean Girls" is More than Just a Movie Parenting and bullying expert, Rosalind Wiseman, will be speaking on Monday, April 7th at 7 pm at Temple Beth Hillel. Hear this New York Times bestselling author of Queen Bees and Wannabees (the basis for the movie Mean Girls) and Masterminds & Wingmen discuss "Masterminds & Queen Bees: Helping Your Kids Navigate Girl World, Boy World and Today's Social Challenges." Learn what to say and what not to say, how to parent so your kids will talk to you, and understand better the world in which your kids live. Stay after lecture for book ... ...continue reading

Monday March 31 2014

Bliss2Thi$ Your own estate sale at Bliss2This.com! Bliss2Thi$, an online shopping mall of small estate sales, is a new website started by a Jen's List mom. Recently divorced and want to clean house? Recently married with duplicate wedding gifts? Happily married and ready for spring cleaning? It's a win-win for everyone. The first 100 people to sign up for a free vendor account and upload 5 items will get a $15 iTunes gift card. Go to www.bliss2this.com to see how it all started. Contact them at admin@bliss2this.com with questions.   ... ...continue reading

Sunday March 30 2014

Because no child is ordinary, every child deserves an extraordinary education Does your child have passions or goals that are not being addressed in school? Is your child an actor or entertainer who requires a teacher around his/her schedule? Is your child an athlete who trains daily and would benefit from a tailor-made educational program and schedule? EMA provides education management for children ages 4 - 18, including tutoring & mentoring. They start with your child's goals, create an educational plan aligned to those goals, then find and manage the resources needed to bring ... ...continue reading

Saturday March 29 2014

"Mean Girls" is More than Just a Movie Parenting and bullying expert, Rosalind Wiseman, will be speaking on Monday, April 7th at 7 pm at Temple Beth Hillel. Hear this New York Times bestselling author of Queen Bees and Wannabees (the basis for the movie Mean Girls) and Masterminds & Wingmen discuss "Masterminds & Queen Bees: Helping Your Kids Navigate Girl World, Boy World and Today's Social Challenges." Learn what to say and what not to say, how to parent so your kids will talk to you, and understand better the world in which your kids live. Stay after lecture for book ... ...continue reading

Friday March 28 2014

Now Casting Talented Dogs Attention Dog Owners! Bunim-Murray Productions (Project Runway, Real World) is looking for talented dogs to participate in a fun presentation for a popular children's network! We are looking for teams consisting of: a parent, their child and their dog. Kids should be between 11-16 years old, dogs should have a special talent... dancing, obedience, jumping, skateboarding, balancing, relay races, agility courses and more! If you fit the bill, contact dogcasting@bunim-murray.com.     Today in History ... ...continue reading

Thursday March 27 2014

Need Money for Jewish Sleep-Away or Day Camp? JFLA Can Help with INTEREST-FREE Loans! The Jewish Free Loan Association offers INTEREST-FREE loans to assist families with the costs of sending children to Jewish sleep-away or day camp. Appointments now available! Loans of up to $2,000 per camper, per year are available to families in Southern California. Call 323.761.8830 in the city or 818.344.1072 in the valley. www.jfla.org     Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history National "Joe" Day Sing with ... ...continue reading

Wednesday March 26 2014

"The Feel Good Exit to Post Divorce Peace" -- New York Times Divorce Detox has empowered many Jen's list members to stop suffering and live a great life. They utilize the most effective, empirically based treatments drawn from the fields of psychology, sociology, and the behavioral sciences. Get help: Making Your Marriage Great, Getting Through Divorce with Integrity, Being a Better Parent or Finding a Lasting Relationship. Discover how to restart your life. Call 888-456-7056 or email movingon@divorcedetox.com. www.divorcedetox.com     ... ...continue reading