Separation/Divorce
The Divorce Detox™ Survival Kit is a must for anyone going through divorce who wants valuable, expert advice and tangible support. Divorce Detox has helped many Jen’s List readers get through the pain and confusion of separation and divorce. Call (888) 456-7056 or visit http://divorcedetoxsurvivalkit.com for more info.
Today in History
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Multiple Offers, Bidding Wars, Sales Over List Price
In its recent article, “Luxury Homes Spur Bidding Wars in L.A. as Market Rebounds,” Business Week reports that “bidding wars are breaking out for luxury homes in such wealthy Los Angeles enclaves as . . . Beverly Hills and Bel Air.” Thinking of Selling in Beverly Hills, Bel Air or Holmby Hills? Call or Email Aimee Stern to Request a Confidential Market Analysis. Aimee Stern, Broker Associate, Attorney at Law. Coldwell Banker Beverly Hills North. Coldwell Banker Beverly Hills North is the #1 Coldwell Banker Office in the World. Coldwell Banker is the #1 Brokerage in Los Angeles County. Email aimee@aimeesternestates.com or call 323-841-3740.
www.aimeesternestates.com
Restore your core! Slim your waistline! Alleviate lower back pain!
RESTORE THE CORE is a mat pilates workout designed just for moms who want to flatten their tummy and strengthen their core! Class is held in Woodland Hills at 8:30pm every Tuesday and Thursday for an effective 50 min core workout. Eight week session is just $224 and begins August 7th. FREE trial classes are NOW in session! Email Melissa.banos@karnafitness.com or call (818) 631-1257. Like on Facebook and get $10 off your session fee -www.facebook.com/RestoreTheCore. Customized personal training in your home or office is also offered within the San Fernando Valley and West LA area.
For over a decade, Head Above Water Swim School has taught thousands of children to swim
They have 5 new pool locations and 2 exciting promotions! Lessons in your home or in their heated pools in Century City, West LA, Playa Vista, Westlake Village, and Monrovia AND NEW LOCATIONS IN SHERMAN OAKS, LOS FELIZ, SANTA MONICA, PACIFIC PALISADES (salt water), TARZANA, ARCADIA AND PASADENA!
PROMOTIONS:
1. 10% off a series of 10 lessons – up to a $90 savings!*
2. Book a lifeguard for a private party 15 days in advance of your service, get $15 off!**
Call 888-990-7946 or email swim@headabovewater.net or online at www.headabovewater.net.
*10% discount is included on website as listed
**Expires August 1, 2012
Better Than Gastric Bypass? No Surgery – All Natural – Only 30% Available Space For Food
Do you need to lose 20, 30, 50 or more pounds? Researchers discovered what is now being called the weight-loss breakthrough of the decade. Finally, there’s a safe and natural alternative to gastric bypass surgery. Bystrictin uses Gastric Fill Technology to create an instant gastric bypass effect – reducing available space in stomach - forcing you to eat 70% less food and lose significant weight. This doctor-recommended treatment has dramatic results. See the shocking article at www.BetterThanGastricBypass.com.
Kristen Fay-Wilson passed away last year at the age of 27
She was the owner of The Little Gym of Calabasas and the founder of Options for Life Foundation which provides resources for alternative and complementary medicine to those facing life threatening disease. OFLF will be hosting their First Inaugural Annual Golf Classic on July 26that the Calabasas Country Club. Visit WWW.OFLF.ORG if you are interested in participating or donating to this foundation.
Rising Star Children’s Musical Theatre Camp – Be in a Show this Summer!
July 23rd-August 12th, Monday-Friday from 9am-3pm
Rising Star Children’s Musical Theatre Camp is doing the musical OKLAHOMA! this Summer. Cowboys, dancing, singing, stage fights – what more could a kid want? Exercise your body and your mind by being in a fun musical. No experience necessary. Everyone gets a part. Boys and Girls welcome, ages 7-16. Performances the final week. Only a few spaces left. Register by calling (818) 267-4839 or emailing risingstarcmtt@sbcglobal.net.
www.risingstarcmtt.org
Pamper & Play is the perfect transition
Their play studio has an upstairs lounge where parents can relax while the play supervisors play with your child! This is the perfect way to let your child get used to being away from you while you’re still onsite! And they also offer drop off play once a week so you can run errands, tend to appointments or go on date night! Visit pamperplay.com for a calendar of events including weekly drop off play dates.
2279 Westwood Blvd. in LA
310-441-0797
Tickets For Sale
Dodgers vs. Marlins on Saturday, August 25th at 6:10pm
Four tickets to the game in the Loge Level in Section 117, row L seats 1-4. The tickets are $65 each and I will also include a parking pass. Email sybzb@hotmail.com.
AND
3 tickets to see Brave at El Capitan on July 22nd at 1pm
Two child tickets and one adult ticket. The total costs was $48 ($13 for each child tickets, $14 for adult, $6 service fee.). Asking $42 (just the cost of the tickets) total. Pick up in Sherman Oaks. Email laadw@aol.com
Melissa Green’s SING LOUD! CD Release Party
Celebrate Melissa Green’s 4th album, SING LOUD! at The Pasadena Playhouse. Hosted by new mom, Molly Sims, families will enjoy a full-band family-rock concert followed by cookies and lemonade, rock-star photos and face-painting by Pasadena’s unique kids gift store, Little Junebugs. A Portion of the proceeds will benefit The Friends of El Faro. For tickets, music samples and to watch a new music video go to www.melissagreenmusic.com.
Are you looking for preschool for your child this Summer or Fall? CHALK is currently enrolling!
CHALK Preschools provide full or part time programs for children ages 2-6. There are two unique locations in the Los Angeles area! CHALK Preschool of Westwood is located at 2028 Westwood Blvd. and CHALK of Venice is located at 2201 Lincoln Blvd. They have open tours Monday – Friday between 8am and 5pm and you are welcome to bring your child with you! For more information, contact April Schafer (Venice) at aschafer@chalkpreschool.comor Lacie Newlin (Westwood) at lnewlin@chalkpreschool.com.
www.chalkpreschool.com
Do you need someone to bounce ideas off of?
Moms R People too is available by phone or email for your questions about parenting and you!$35 per month.First month is FREE! Contact Debbi Gillman,MA.MFT at 818-774-0374 orDebbi@momsrpeopletoo.com.
www.momsrpeopletoo.com
The Essential Guide to Healthy Healing
A comprehensive guide of evidence-based recommendations for foods to eat for overall health and well-being. This book covers foods to eat for a variety of conditions from serious ailments like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes to important issues like high cholesterol and blood pressure, sleep disorders, memory problems, allergies, PMS, migraines, and arthritis.
http://www.amazon.com/Essential-Guide-Healthy-Healing-Foods/dp/1615641084
Flip Flops for Summer!
Flip Flops for toddler, girls and ladies in assorted designs and colors! We sell wholesale also to stores, teams, camps, gift shops, schools and boutiques! Customize your flip flops with fuzzy yarn to create a Flippie Slippie! Buy a Flippie Slippie and receive a free flip flop of your choice! Enter code: Flippie at checkout.
www.flippieslippie.com
Counseling & Therapy for Couples & Individuals
Heat up your summer by being your best self!As a licensed Marriage Family Therapist, Allison works with individuals and couples that want to learn the tools necessary to develop stronger relationships with themselves, their partners and the outside world.Allison has appeared on the TODAY show and NPR and has been quoted in Cosmopolitan, WebMD, AOL Health, Glamour.com and more.Specializing in:
Couples Issues
Self-Esteem/Personal Growth
Family Conflict
Anxiety/Stress
Communication
Life Transitions
Depression
Intimacy
Intuitive Eating
www.LifeIssuesPsychotherapy.com
Parents’ Night Out at Katie’s Cooking School
Saturday evening, July 21st at 6:30pm
This Saturday night is big fun at KCS in Encino! Drop off your kids at 6:30pm for a cooking class, dinner, movies, games, puzzles and crafts. The kids will learn to make Double Chocolate Brownies then save them for dessert while they graze at Katie’s hot dog bar for dinner. Parents can enjoy up to four hours of adult time at dinner and/or a movie. Just be sure to pick up by 10:30pm, or they’ll turn back into pumpkins. For ages 5 and up. The price for all this is $45 with discount for siblings. Katie’s will also host PNO’s on August 4th and 18th. For information or to register, call 818-377-6200, 818-535-4928 or email jeff@katiescookingschool.com.
www.katiescookingschool.com
Boob Tube: A New Reality Show About Extended Breast-Feeding?
http://healthland.time.com/2012/07/12/boob-tube-a-new-reality-show-about-extended-breast-feeding-who-cares/?xid=rss-topstories
Self Defense Seminar Against Firearms and Knifes, All Levels and Styles Are Welcome
Aug. 19th from 10am-1pm
The Israeli Martial Arts Academy will host a special seminar – Weapons Self Defense and Surviving assaults with firearms. They are proud to have guest instructor Michael Rüppel, “Dennis Hisardut” Germany’s Head Instructor, who recently been teaching Israel’s military Anti terror instructors. All Levels and Styles Are Welcome! Signing up is easy, go online to www.HisardutLA.com, click on “Courses and Seminars”, and press “Sign Up Now” on the relevant seminar.
How to Do Infant CPR
Keep this step-by-step guide to baby CPR handy — just in case.
http://pregnant.thebump.com/new-mom-new-dad/baby-basics/articles/how-to-do-infant-cpr.aspx?cm_mmc=Twitter-_-Jul12-_-CPR-_-none&MsdVisit=1
Summer Art Camp in Tarzana
Sculpting, watercolor, pastels, acrylics and more! Join us for our last few weeks of art camp:
Safari Week July 17th-20th
Sculpting Camp July 26th-27th
Nature Week July 31st-August 3rd
Felt Friends Hand Sewing Class Aug 4th & 11th
Ongoing art classes available for children, teens and adults.
Call to register 818-774-0775 or visit www.viridianartacademy.com for more info.
Mommy Day Planners, Family Organizers & Calendars from Sweet Peas & Stilettos
Now is the perfect time for moms to get organized & ready for back-to-school. On Sweet Peas & Stilettos you’ll find a great selection of stylish calendars, organizers and planners made just for modern moms and busy families. You will also find useful online organizational tools to help make your busy life easier to manage.
http://www.sweetpeasandstilettos.com/family/organizers-mom-planners-agendas/
Your Jr. Chef can make jam-filled shortbread
Pipe jam down the center trough of dough logs (from a resealable plastic bag with the bottom corner snipped off), bake, then slice into cookies. Imagine enjoying these hot from the oven.Parental supervision.
http://www.chow.com/recipes/30219-split-second-cookies
OH VERY YOUNG – Children’s Pre-loved Clothing, accessories, shoes, books, toys and more!
Store Hours: Monday – Friday from 10am-6pm & Saturday from 10am-7pm, Closed Sunday
Located in the heart of Bixby Knolls on Atlantic Avenue and San Antonio.
4378 Atlantic Ave in Long Beach, 90807
(562) 492-6200
How to Encourage Healthy Friendships Among Boys
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/peggy-drexler/how-to-encourage-healthy_b_1667904.html?utm_hp_ref=parents&ir=Parents&ncid=edlinkusaolp00000008
Beautiful New Children’s Book by Two Encino Moms Reassures Kids that Love Lasts Forever!
Pre-Sale Now through August 14th
Sun Kisses, Moon Hugs is a new picture book with a simple but powerful message: love lasts forever. The book — written by Susan Bernardo and gorgeously illustrated by Courtenay Fletcher — provides comfort for children during stressful times such as grief, separation or divorce, illness, starting daycare…but it also makes perfect bedtime reading for every child. Buy a book now, and they will also donate a copy to a child who needs healing!
www.sunkissesmoonhugs.com
Eyebrow shaper of the valley and makeup artist to the stars, Staci Sarkisian
Staci has been in the beauty industry for over 19 years, and at Bree Salon in studio city for 12 years. She specializes in eyebrow shaping, lash tints and makeup applications. She also sells her own line of cosmetics, Ladybug Cosmetics and Senna Cosmetics. She’s offering 50% off any service for your first 3 visits if you mention this ad. Make your appointment by calling 818-515-5239. Wednesday, Friday & Saturdays.
Www.ladybugcosmetics.com
Pain at the Pump: How to Save More than $200 a Year on Gas
http://thekrazycouponlady.com/finance/pain-at-the-pump-how-to-save-more-than-200-on-gas-a-year/
Infant Massage Communication Classes for pre-crawling infants and their parents/caregivers
Infant Massage soothes gas and colic, enhances bonding and attachment, and teaches lifelong skills of relaxation and positive interactions. A perfect activity for Mommy Groups! A wonderful baby shower gift! Host the course and you take the course for free (minimum two other babies). Private classes available. Mention Jenslist for 10% discount. Lori is a Certified Instructor of Infant Massage, Wellness Consultant, and Massage Therapist.Email lorimonkarsh@gmail.com or 805-509-0336.
102 Indoor Activities For Rainy Summer Days
http://www.lilsugar.com/Rainy-Day-Activities-Kids-23437274
Need an office in Woodland Hills? Space available in new wellness suite perfect for healing artists
Perfect room for massage therapist, counselor, nutritionist, chiropractor, life/wellness coach, Reiki worker, hypnotherapist or any certified health practitioner. Room is quiet, comfortable, furnished (massage table, light, shelving already)or you can furnish it yourself. Full/Half day rental ($100/day or $55/half day) and full week monthly sublet ($550/mo.)plus key deposit. Accessible M/F/S/S anytime. Flexible T/W/Th, Call 818-378-4157 for more info.
www.martinaeberhard.com
Creative Writing Tutor makes summer productive and fun!
Writing essays for school is one of the hardest tasks for so many students. Give your middle school/high school student a confident head start with private instruction. They will learn the basics of writing essays, short stories and screenplays. NYU/Tish School of The Arts grad will come to you. I hr. sessions. CallKacie at818-992-1912 for more information.
From the iCloud Transition to Mountain Lion. Moodie Consulting will take care of your Apple Needs
Are you confused and Overwhelmed by technology? Dan can help you with all you technical needs. He specializes in setup and maintaining your digital life. Highlighted Services:
•iCloud Transition
•Mountain Lion Upgrade
•Apple support – iPhone, iPod, iPad, Mac Setup
•Video Editing & Family Projects
•Software Installation & Instruction
•Hardware purchasing with superior pricing
•HDTV & Entertainment Center Install and Setup
•Universal Remote Setup
Call Dan at 310-305-3207.
www.moodieconsulting.com
Kahn Air Conditioning will be hosting the only Homeowner’s Workshop of Summer
Saturday, August 18th from 10am-12pm
This workshop is designed to help homeowners learn all about their residential heating and air conditioning systems. Literature will be provided and all questions are gladly answered. The class is taught by Jim Berry, a former HVAC Service Technician, and now a Comfort Consultant for Kahn Air Conditioning. Thermostats, filters, ducts, permits, duct testing, capacity, SEER & AFUE, rebates and more will be discussed. Call 818.886.2600 or email jberry@kahnair.com to reserve your seat(s).
www.kahnair.com
Looking for Divorced people for Important Survey!
Interviewing people who’ve gone through divorce or are contemplating it (confidential). Share your experiences with attorneys & more. What went right & wrong! Empower women & men to have knowledge before filling! They want to get them to a healthy start for the next chapter of their lives. Complimentary anti-aging facial treatment for participants. Do survey via phone, email, web. Email SANSEL007@GMAIL.COM for more info. SURVEY LINK:http://www.sogosurvey.com/static/surveykey.aspx – Key: SsQYSSsRsPsPsP.
Event Planning and Photo/Video Services
Sam and Sara Padget are a creative force. They are here to support you in your party planning needs and production. From planning to sourcing goods to hand making your favorite Martha Stewart crafts or a personal vision you may have (Custom Napkins, Bibs for your crab/lobster bakes, invitations). Sam is a film making professional putting a fresh spin on video recording and editing. They can also turn your event into a take home DVD for a special keepsake or to share with your friends and family. Contact sara.a.padget@gmail.com