Aquatic Safety Instruction, LLC has been Giving the gift of water safety ™® since 1978
New lower class fees for ALL classes. Plus, get a free lesson when you refer a friend & take off $25 for each month you pay in full. Located in Encino & Northridge, ASI is one of the founding Water Safety Instructional schools in the So Cal area. As providers for the American Red Cross, they require that all aquatic staff is Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Lifeguard (LG) certified. Most staff are professional educators with a min of a BA within Physical Education or has a teaching credential. All pools are heated to an average of 88 degrees. Lifeguards available too!
Email information@aquaticsafetyinstruction.org or call 818 363-0221 for more info.
www.aquaticsafetyinstruction.org
Today in History
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Nursery Rhyme “Mary Had a Little Lamb” was written by Mary Hale of Boston. (1830)
National Escargot Day
International Jazz Day
Morse Code Day
Pickle Week
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=36
Please Join Me and Hundreds of Others for a Truly Exciting Evening of Food, Wine and Entertainment
THE Event includes premier restaurant and winery tastings, live and silent auctions and a live concert by the Band From TV (www.bandfromtv.org) – all under the stars in an elegant setting to benefit the LVUSD. Chris Harrison (from The Bachelor) will be the evening’s emcee.
Still available are VIP box seats, overlooking Center Court, where you can experience the live auction and entertainment in style, along with 2 bottles of wine and a cheese platter while you relax and take in the night. Don’t have a group of 8? No problem! You can purchase seats in pairs and the event coordinators will fill the remainder of the box for you. General Admission tickets also available.
www.theeventparty.org
Prospective Family Play Date – See Why Parents Love the Adat Ari El ECC
Come see why parents are choosing Adat Ari El’s Reggio Emilia -Inspired Early Childhood Education program on Sunday, Jfrom 10-11:30am. Bring your family to our play date and experience our community first hand. They welcome your questions as you begin your child’s educational journey. Light drinks and snacks will be served. Come meet with our warm and welcoming parent body and administration. RSVP to bstrauss@adatariel.org or call 818-766-6379.
www.aaeecc.org
Exciting news! SHOWBOAT YOUTHEATRE MUSICAL THEATRE CAMPS COMING SOON!
“This is beyond a doubt the very best thing that I have ever done for my child!” ~ Susan
July 1, 2012 is fast approaching and with it, the start date of the most fun-filled and exciting summer experiences you can give your child. Showboat is located in Valley Village, Mon-Fri 9:30am-3:00pm. There are two 2-week camps each culminating in a Broadway style show and your child is the star! Call 818-222-7239 or visit www.showboatyoutheatre.com. You’ll be forever glad that you caught this boat!
Babysitter, Nanny, Housekeep Leads
http://jenslist.com/2012/05/21/los-angeles-nanny-leads
The Maxmobile is coming! GIVE BLOOD = SAVE LIVES
Friday, May 25thfrom 8am-1pm at A E Wight Middle School
Participation declines each year – Please try to donate this time! Walk in’s are always welcome. Water, Juice and sweet donations are greatly appreciated.
Email Rachel Werner at rlwerner@sbcglobal.net or call 818-519-2563 for more info.
Nordstrom Mascara Madness
Saturday, May 26th
Buy any 2 mascaras & get the 3rd FREE! Mix and Match from ANY brands!
Call Ronnie Retin, Anastasia Brow Studio, Business Manager, at 818-884-7900 ext. 1757 to place your order & it will ship for free!
DRYBAR Opens in Westlake Village on June 22nd!
If you’ve ever had a blowout at Drybar, you know how amazingly innovative the experience is!Drybar at Westlake Village will provide flawless blowouts at a flat rate price of $35, regardless of hair length or thickness. This also includes shampoo! The bar will be located at 966 S. Westlake Blvd. in Westlake Plaza (next to the old Jack’s deli).
Appointments can be booked online at www.thedrybar.com, through the Drybar iPhone App, or by calling (310) 442-6084.
15 Things You Should Give Up To Be Happy
http://www.purposefairy.com/3308/15-things
A Little Nosh – Calabasas & Brentwood Farmers Markets
You can find these amazing baked goods every Saturday from 8am-1pm at the Calabasas Farmer’s Market and every Sunday from 9am-2pm at the Brentwood Farmer’s Market. Mandelbrot, ruggelah, cookies, brownies, pumpkin bread with streusel topping and now Mini Cupcakes with cream cheese frosting (Red Velvet and Carrot Cake) and bundt cakes. Incredibly delicious, homemade family recipes. Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, corporate gifts, condolence and luncheons.
www.alittlenosh.com
Parent Education League is offering a lecture on “How Children Learn” by Art of Parenting
May 31st at 10am
When looking for schools, summer camps, and activities for children, it helps to know key concepts as to how they learn so you can make the best choice. Learning takes place 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Learn some techniques for supporting your child’s Brilliance. Art of Parenting classes and groups are successfully being held in LAUSD through LA’s Best. Let’s work together in supporting the full potential in our children!
www.artofparentinggroup.com
Banners for any Event
Large Print Banner for your Event Sports team Banners, Advertising Banners, Announcement Banners, any and all Occasion Banners Full color any size $3.00/sq foot($25 min charge) includes grommets in corners. Can supply artwork at additional costs. Delivery 2 days from receipt of artwork. Email prosigndesigner@gmail.com.
Check out the hottest way to get fit- burn 400-600 calories PER CLASS
4 days a week for 4 weeks. Other days/options also available.Geared specifically to Mommies & Daddies! Everything from Plyometrics to Kickboxing to Drills. New sessions starting NOW, although you can begin ANYTIME! Classes in BURBANK*, SILVERLAKE*, SHERMAN OAKS, MT. WASHINGTON* AGOURA HILLS and our NEW CLASS: 9AM in ATWATER!.(*= Offers CHILDCARE for a small fee) Wanna work out for FREE? Get a crew of 6+ of your pals together we’ll come to you and your session is FREE! Time slots fill up fast- WHY “WEIGHT”? Also now on Facebook under “BUST It BOOTCAMP by Fit Happens L.A.”
www.fithappensla.com
http://www.yelp.com/biz/fit-happens-burbank
(818)563-4704
Topanaga Art Imaginarium is an art studio that offers Art Classes for children ages 3 1/2 and up!
Tuesday through Saturday (check website for times and dates)
This privately run art studio is located at Pine Tree Circle, in the heart of Topanga Canyon. Classes are designed to encourage young artist to explore new materials and develop drawing/painting skills. Each class your young artist will draw, paint on our giant easels and work on a mixed media project. Contact Natalia, or visit our website to learn more about our classes! We have sibling discounts. Mention that you saw our post on Jen’s list and receive 10% off your first class!
www.topangaartimaginarium.com
Doggy Potty Patch with Real Grass
No need to take your dog out to go potty when it is not convenient. No more walking in the rain, no late night or early morning walks. Fits right on your patio. Your dog will love its own private yard. Basic clean, sturdy construction, no frills. Uses real sod. Sod will last approx. 2 weeks before replacement. Box self-drains. Size: 18.5in x 48in x 6in (holds 1 piece of sod). Cost: $75, including free delivery in SFV. Special Jen’s List Offer: Free Sod with order. Email doggypottypatch@gmail.com.
Culinary Kidz Academy is proud to offer its revolutionary and FUN workshops in a camp environment!
Conceived by educator Danny Corsun, CKA has brought its unique and empowering workshops to over twenty thousand children! Held in Encino/Tarzana, CKA offers classes to K-6th graders that integrate math, science, history, safety and nutrition into a complex cooking lesson! Students will make appetizers, entrées and desserts and end the week with their own cookbook and personalized apron. Sign up for one or more of the five week-long sessions starting June 25th and ending Aug. 13th. For an info/enrollment flyer, email Danny Corsun at DCorsun.CulinaryKidz@gmail.com or call 310-463-0715.
www.culinarykidz.shutterfly.com
One Night Affair Designer Gown Rentals
Still looking for a prom dress? One Night Affair Designer Gown Rentals carries all top designers for a fraction of their retail price. Best part is you give it back when you are done, no hassle of getting it dry cleaned and storing a dress you are never going to wear again. Their dresses are unique and one of a kind, any dress you rent from One Night Affair, you’ll know that you’ll be the only one wearing it one night. Want to be in couture, designer gowns, for less? Go to One Night Affair! Call 310-474-7808 to set up an appt.
www.onenightaffair.com
Casting
Does your husband or boyfriend love football, but you’re clueless about the game?
Do you lose all of his attention, every Sunday during the season? Would your relationship be better, if you knew more about football? Want to learn from a pro? An LA based talk show would love to hear from you! Send a picture, along with your name, age, location and why you want to learn how to play. Email tvbooker.casting@gmail.com and use FOOTBALL in the subject line.
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A writer with a major international media outlet is working on a story on inheritance and travel
She is looking to interview people who have used money they inherited to travel, or who have considered or made provisions in their own wills to bequeath money to be used for family reunions or travel. Also looking for financial planners who may have been asked about this. Email karenlschwartz@yahoo.com.
www.karenlschwartz.com
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Successful Sex Therapy Series on Major Network is Kicking off Season 2
People chosen for the show will receive 8 weeks of treatment with a renowned sex therapist for FREE. They are looking for individuals or couples with sexual addictions, compulsions, intimacy disorders & anything in between. Must live within LA. If this is you or someone you know, email Lalewood@gmail.com your Name• Age• Current Photo • Phone Number• Something about you.
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Pyramid game show is back and Looking for Contestants!
“Pyramid” returns to GSN. The classic game show made famous by host Dick Clark is back. They are currently looking for energetic, outgoing, and competitive contestants who know how to play the game. If you love word-based games, this is the chance of a lifetime to win exciting prizes. To be considered for an audition, email: NAME, AGE, OCCUPATION, CITY/STATE, CONTACT INFO, and a CURRENT PHOTO to pyramidcontestants@gmail.com.
How do you get to Carnegie Hall?
Join MUSYCA Children’s Choir! And practice! Musical Youth of California (MUSYCA) Children’s Choir is auditioning singers, boys and girls ages 4-18 for the Fall 2012 semester. The choir’s upper division will be traveling to New York in Spring of 2013 to perform at Carnegie Hall. To schedule an audition, call 818-554-9937 or email sing@musyca.org.
• Join one of the several choir levels, based on your age/experience
• Learn outstanding choral music
• Develop your singing voice
• Sing with other talented performers
• Perform with professional choirs and orchestras
• Tour nationally/internationally
MUSYCA ensembles are in residence at the
Shomrei Torah Synagogue in West Hills, 91307
and
Granada Hills Baptist Church in Granada Hills, 91344
Hypnotherapy
Joe is a Certified Hypnoherapist who has aided countless individuals with issues such as weight loss, smoking cessation, migraine and pain management, stress and various phobias plus over 130 other issues. Along with working with Adults, Joe is very experienced in pediatric hypnosis, helping children ages 5 and up with fear of the dark, bed wetting, test anxiety and sports enhancement. Sliding scale rates are available to those in need. Contact Joe to make an appointment at (818) 990-5741.
www.rewardyourlifenow.com
Organic baby spinach recall
“Private Label” label that Ralphs carries. Salmonella.
http://www.oregonlive.com/health/index.ssf/2012/05/
Gisele Tune Clothing Memorial Sale
Customers will be able to get 20% off all full price merchandise excluding accessorieses (scarfs hat jewelry). Sale ends May 26th.
818-980-1196
12660 Ventura Blvd. in Studio City
http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Gisele-Tune-Clothing-Store/361565911503
20% Off your kitchen Remodel *Green Planet Building *Summer Special*
Green Planet Building is L.A.’s leader in sustainable construction. They are your local Eco-friendly contractors specializing in kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, additions, and custom home builds. Fully licensed and insured, They proudly balance sustainability, quality, and cost.
310-577-5000
www.greenplanetbuilding.com
Safety Tips for Your Next Family Vacation
While you’re away – preventing crime at home, financial safety, don’t be a target for thieves.
http://calabasas.patch.com/articles/safety-tips
A great market for sugar free and gluten free products at great prices
Sugar Free Markets is a Sugar free and Gluten free product store. They carry all the best products gathered from around the world. Anything from candy, to frozen food, to deserts, and cooking ingredients. Huge variety for extremely reasonable prices. The employees are very kind and always offer education about the products and assistance in finding the perfect match. Great experience for the whole family in learning and buying healthy food.
www.sugarfreemarkets.com
Your Jr. Chef can make Italian meatballs like an Italian nana
Easy. Lots of sequential steps. Serve with bread or pasta, ricotta cheese on the side, or bitter greens. Or serve in an Italian roll to make a meatball sandwich. Yummy. Parental supervision.
http://www.chow.com/assets/2010/07/basics-meatballs_new.pdf
Adorable Hats for Babies to Adults
Raylo’s Beanies an affordable way to give beanies (hats) as a baby gift, birthday gift, or for any occasion. These hats are not only made from chenille, acrylic or cotton, but they are also made with love. Each beanie is hand-made and specific to the size of your loved-one. They also cater to the cancer patient. These soft, breathable, colorful beanies allow your loved one to feel comfortable going out and being social while having their head covered and feeling sexy.
www.raylosbeanies.com
Ameritas College Helps Latinos Reach College Dreams
As part of Brandman Univ., it was launched in the Inland Empire and was designed to address the needs/values of Hispanic adults, taking into account Hispanic working adults’ cultural, financial, language, and lifestyle needs. It offers personalized academic counseling and ready access course schedules to accommodate Latino adults’ busy lifestyles while offering fully bilingual faculty and staff that assist students with their English language fluency. Students can earn a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice & Psychology, as well as an Associate’s degree in General Education, at any of Brandman’s four Inland Empire campuses located in Ontario, Palm Desert, Victorville and Moreno Valley.
www.ameritas.brandman.edu
Are you looking for a great place to take your next family vacation or weekend getaway (with or without the kiddies)?
Whether it’s this summer or planning ahead for a December Holiday, Runya would love to book it for you! She works with Calig Travel in Association with Altour and has booked many trips for families with kids of all ages! Some locations to think about…Hawaii including the new Disney Aulani, Rancho Las Palmas, La Costa, Hotel Del Coronado, Cabo, etc..etc. Email her at runyasimon@gmail.com.
Learn how to save your money, at no charge
Shawn Francis offers a simple approach at no charge. Faith & family THEN business. (WFG) is a financial services marketing company whose affiliates offer a broad array of financial products and services. Insurance products offered through World Financial Group Insurance Agency, Inc.(WFGIA), World Financial Group Insurance Agency of Hawaii, Inc., World Financial Group Insurance Agency.
Call 818-415-7124 or email contactshawnfrancis@gmail.com.
www.worldfinancialgroup.com
Do you need a Spiritual Makeover?
Are you unable to let go of the past, which manifests into hopelessness and depression. Or unable to live in the present moment, which is where we are truly most powerful, creative and inspired? If you are living in a constant state of stress, you need a Spiritual Makeover! In one session with Michelle Kapture, M.A., Spiritual Healer and Guide, you will feel ready to transform the quality of your life. Michelle’s clairvoyant guidance, energy healing and tools will leave you feeling refreshed, revitalized and ready to take action in your life. Her compassionate demeanor will leave you feeling nurtured and heard. Jen’s list members receive $50 off your first session.
www.kapturehealing.com
3 Week Long Individualized Education Summer School
July 23rd-August 10th – Grades 1-8
Each student will be guided 1:1 by a Ph.D. in Education and taught what s/he is ready to learn, at the pace s/he is ready to learn, and in the way that is best for him/her to learn. Each student will select either a subject in which s/he would like to progress, (either for the pure joy of learning, for remediation, or for advancement at school), or select a research topic which s/he will investigate and on which s/he can create a report. Email Doc@Perpend.org to discuss the possibility.
www.MarsSPACE.org
Westside voice/piano teacher
Melissa has 10 years of teaching experience and two degrees in music from Northwestern University and DePaul University. She is now accepting summer students and her studio in Rancho Park or your home (serves Santa Monica, Brentwood, Bel-Air, Westwood, Venice, West LA neighborhoods). Melissa teaches at Beverly Hills High School, Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, and Idyllwild Arts Camp. Melissa is currently singing with the LA Opera.
www.melissatreinkman.com
Join Entrepreneurship for Moms, an evening panel discussion and networking event for LA-Area women
June 14th at 6:30pm at Kidville Brentwood
Salt & Nectar and Club MomMe have joined forces to host an evening where aspiring and established mompreneurs can come together in a supportive and collaborative environment. The evening will feature a panel discussion with Jessica Alba, Leslie Newton of timi & Leslie, Erin Condren and more, Q&A, and plenty of time to network and talk about the rewards and challenges of creating your own business as a mom while raising a family, maintaining a home, and managing it all without losing your sanity.
http://entrepreneurshipformoms-eorg.eventbrite.com/
Handyman Referral
Referred by Jens List member jf799568@yahoo.com
Jaime Valladares is always the lowest quote. He does quality work every time. Inside, outside, big and small jobs too. Plumbing, electrical, roofing, flooring, installations, demolitions, paint, or just a quick fix.
818-415-9730