Thank you!! Thanks for all the nice feedback about our special camps edition, and a special thanks to everyone who sent in info on other really fun summer activities, or who added it to the Los Angeles Family Activities and Family Places lists. We've listed a whole bunch of fun summer activities below, and we have added about 50 playhouses, dozens of dance, art, music and other enrichment schools, 85+ museums, and so much more to the activities calendar. There's a lot more to uncover, so please, keep sending them in, and we'll keep spreading the word!   ... ...continue reading

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Thanks to everyone who sent in Summer Camp info! We've included information on over 50 summer camps below - so many that we had to move our fun summer activities to a separate Special Edition for tomorrow! There are obviously hundreds more camps out there to choose from, including a lot of fun options through your local places of worship, parks, community centers, etc., but hopefully you'll find this list helpful as we head into the heart of the summer. Some of these start this week, so take a quick read through, and we'll also be back tomorrow with our regular Jen's List. ... ...continue reading

Happy Birthday America!!       I’m going to take a couple of days off to enjoy the long weekend - yeah!! =)   We’ve pulled together a list of lots of fireworks shows around Los Angeles below. Have a great, safe Fourth of July everyone!!   We’ll be back on Sunday with our Summer Special Edition. You can of course find lots of great things to do on our family activities calendar at http://jenslist.burstible.com. And please keep on sending in more info on great family activities and resources around ... ...continue reading

Guitar, Piano, Drums, Voice and Bass lessons in your home All Play Music teaches life skills to children...Music just happens to be the vehicle. Their certified instructors make each lesson fun and engaging while the students learn their favorite songs.  Their program provides goal setting, achievement levels and performances. Go to www.allplaymusic.com to learn more and find out what parents are saying about All Play. Prices range from $280-$550 per month and enrollment is limited to ensure the highest quality of service. Call 310)745-4007 for more info and to reserve your ... ...continue reading

A Personalized Approach to Finding Your Perfect Nanny After serving as a nanny herself(13yrs for the same family), Heather, co-founder of Classic Nannies', primary objective has been to bring families and top-tier nannies together into the same rewarding experience she shared & will always treasure. After scores of successful placements, she strives to do the same for you! "After a great deal of frustration with other agencies as well as looking on our own, Heather's personalized approach made the placement process easy. We're happy." - Leslie & David, Pacific ... ...continue reading

Ladybug Music: Awesome Family Music Classes! Try a FREE demo this July Join this 6 week workshop with Ladybug's greatest hits CD this summer! They'll be lots of funky dancing, silly singing and songs you won't be able to get out of your head! Ladybug Music offers mixed age (infant - 4 years) classes & original CDs that introduce you and your child to a wide range of music from Brazilian Beats to Mountain Lullabies. In this accepting, warm, & playful environment,explore & learn: * Pitch, * Tempo, * Melody ... ...continue reading

A Mother's Haven in Encino A wonderful Maternity & Baby Boutique and Education Center that has everything and anything a pregnant an expectant, new, and experienced parents needs. They offer prenatal & birthing classes, as well as terrific mommy & me classes, parenting support groups, baby/toddler music classes, etc. They keep the prenatal workshops small so that you can get all the answers to your questions! And the "mommy & me" support groups (Mothers' Gatherings) have been life-changing for many moms - an expert instructor and a group of mommy friends to help ... ...continue reading

Skirball Hospice of the Los Angeles Jewish Home - Committed to Quality of Life A program of the renowned Los Angeles Jewish Home and its 100 year tradition of care, Skirball Hospice provides comfort, companionship and palliative care at the most challenging times of life. Expert medical service, a full-time rabbinical staff, and deep roots in the community give you the highest confidence in the locally-based, personalized care. As a not-for-profit organization, their focus is always on the needs of their patients, families and community. Call 818-774-3040. Always answered. ... ...continue reading

Shaolin American Self Defense Academy An effective children's Martial Arts program for ages 4yrs and up! Students experience the beauty of traditional Chinese/Japanese Martial Arts, blended with useful techniques for real-life situations. The Kenpo Karate system is extremely effective against bullying and provides kids with a strong sense of DISCIPLINE and CONFIDENCE. The Academy offers private and group instruction for all skill levels. The program focuses on principles/skills children can use throughout their everyday life...RESPECT, SELF-CONTROL, SINCERITY, EFFORT, ... ...continue reading