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
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National Cheesecake Day
Father-in-Law Day
President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Medicare bill. (1965)
Parent’s Day
Henry Ford Day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=107
Skip the cooking! Help support Nicole Radoumis Weiler and family by eating at Rosti in Calabasas
This Wed., Aug. 1st all day from 11:30am-10pm
Dine in – Take out – Catering. No flyer needed–just mention the fund! It has been almost 6 weeks since Alexandra lost her daddy, so PLEASE let’s show them a ton of support! This is the 2nd of 3 restaurant days to benefit Alexandra. Please repost/SHARE. Mark your calendar. Direct questions to Kat at kdp@mytherapynet.com. Next up is Golden Spoon Calabasas!
Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten
The LAUSD and private school kindergarten curriculum has changed significantly in the last few years. A child is now expected to read, add and subtract by the end of kindergarten. Many children have not been prepared by their pre-school to enter this globally demanding curriculum. To ease your child into academic kindergarten, Academic Achievers offers its popular KinderPrep program. The Early Ed. specialists will work one-on-one in a play based manner to prepare your child for kindergarten
http://www.academic-achievers.com/kinderprep
Preschool is coming…and it’s still not too late for camp!
Decision time is here about preschool for your children ages 2-5. An early introduction to the love of learning is a critical first step in a successful life. At Temple Adat Elohim’s Early Childhood Education Center, they embrace that challenge! The summer camp and preschool take a play-based, child-centered approach (with Judaic components) to help children learn by experience – and they love it! Camp continues through mid-August. Parent-friendly hours for camp/preschool: 7:30am-6pm. Call 805.497.6920, stop by for a tour or visit www.adatelohim.org.
Temple Adat Elohim
2420 E. Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks, 91362
School: 805.497.6920
Temple: 805.497-7101
Checkout these Cool Kitchen Tips for Quick, Healthy, Deliciously Tasty Ways to Beat this Summer heat!
Summer really is a wonderful time of year. With the bbqs, school breaks, family vacations, it is something we look forward to every year. This Newsletter is quick read with some really cool tips designed to take the heat out of your busy summer schedule, just simple, cool and yummy and its Free!
http://creativewellnesswithcarol.com/blog/2012/07/july-newsletter-is-out-and-filled-with-great-goodies-for-you
Beverly Hills Brownie Diet
Created by doctors, loved by Moms, healthy, yummy, affordable and supportive! What if you could satisfy your chocolate and sweets cravings while losing weight and getting healthy? Brownies that are low in sugar and filled with vitamins, protein and fiber? No drugs, nothing unhealthy! And discover the secret to keeping the weight off! Mention Jen’s List and receive free coaching by a fellow Mom and one of the top coaches in North America! Reg. rates up to $1000/hour! Contact Wendy at 310-277-2200 or YUMMY@BeverlyHillsBrownieDiet.com.
www.BeverlyHillsBrownieDiet.com
There’s Still Lots of Time To Learn To Swim This Summer! Learn at Home In Your Own Pool!
Miss Marie is offering private in-home swim lessons in the San Fernando Valley again this summer! She has 30+ years of very successful experience teaching all levels of swimming to children and adults and maintains up-to-date certifications in Water Safety Instruction, First Aid and CPR and is fully insured with many excellent references. Her method is positive, nurturing and fun with emphasis on safety. For more information, call 818-424-3401 or email LearnToSwimNow@gmail.com.
Are cloth diapers right for you?
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Great Cooking Parties – Save $25
Katie’s Cooking School in Encino does great Cooking Parties. You probably already know about their Birthday Parties, Class Parties and Team Parties for kids. But Katie does Ladies and Couples Dinners and even Team Building exercises for co-workers. Ask for menu suggestions or tell them what you’d like to learn to prepare. Mention Jen’s List and save $25 on a kids or adult party held during August or September this year. For information or to reserve party space, call 818-377-6200, 818-535-4928 or email jeff@katiescookingschool.com.
www.katiescookingschool.com
The Talbert Family Foundation
They are dedicated to providing direct financial support to local families suffering from catastrophic illnesses, primarily cancer. The Talbert Family Foundation donates 100% of the monies from the public to the families it supports. As of April 2012, the Talbert Family Foundation has helped raise and donated a total of $4,199,318.60 to the families that it supports.
www.TalbertFamilyFoundation.org
Tips for getting your laundry done
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Are you a mom who lives in Tarzana, Reseda, or Winnetka?
MOMS Club of Tarzana is a wonderful way to meet other moms who share your interests and concerns. With MOMS Club, you will have the opportunity to participate in enriching and fun activities for the whole family. Activities include play groups, monthly moms night out, park days, monthly book clubs, exercise groups, and field trips to local attractions. MOMS Club Tarzana is affiliated with MOMS Club, an international support group for at-home mothers (momsclub.org). Email tarzanamomsclub@yahoo.comfor more info.
www.tarzanamomsclub.com
Find Your Extraordinary, Fight Cancer with The Determination Program
Fighting cancer takes strength, courage, and determination.The Determination program helps ordinary people achieve the extraordinary! With professional training, a community of support, and real inspiration offered every step of the way, they will help you finish a 1/2 marathon or marathon–and your achievement will help create a world with less cancer and more birthdays! Join this Los Angeles or Orange County team as they train locally for the AZ Rock N Roll 1/2 marathon and marathon!
http://go.acsdetermination.org/
Maternity clothes shopping guide – how to buy the basics
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Affordable Los Angeles Photography
Professional photographer shooting family, maternity, newborn, engagements and weddings. Affordable rates and high resolution images provided included with all packages. Call to book now before fall sessions fill up.
www.karlyspaldingphotography.com
Pixar in Concert at the Hollywood Bowl
Fri.-Sun., August 3rd-5th at 8pm
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra
Thomas Wilkins, Conductor
Relive the joy of Pixar films with selections from all the scores – including the Toy Story trilogy, Cars, Finding Nemo, The edibles, Wall•E, Up and the newest release, Brave - played to visually stunning sequences created especially for these performances. Presented by LA Phil. For tickets and information, visit http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/tickets/program-detail.cfm?id=2510&utm_medium=c&utm_source=all&utm_campaign=pixar.
The Daily Essential Kids Aren’t Getting Enough Of
http://shine.yahoo.com/team-mom/daily-essential-kids-arent-getting-enough-140600636.html
Let LA Party Stylists STYLE your next party!
LA Party Stylists creates beautiful and unique HOMEMADE dessert tables that are sure to impress all of your guests. Specializing in birthday parties, bridal showers, bat mitzvahs and corporate events, LA Party Stylists can handle all of the party needs: DESSERTS, DESIGN and DECOR. Founded by two moms, Lisa Friedman and Marisa Lainer, with a passion for baking, decorating, and entertaining, the their goal is to help make the host relax and enjoy the party as they can handle all of the details. As a special to fellow Jen Listers, LA Party Stylists is offering 10% off dessert tables. Email lapartystylists@gmail.com or call (310) 590-5012.
www.lapartystylists.com
5 Traveling Tips When Flying with Your Baby
http://www.vipnannies.blogspot.com/2012/07/5-tips-for-flying-with-your-baby.html
A workshop about you…Release, relax, rejuvenate.
August 5th from 12-6pm
Feeling a little down? need more Energy? want to make a change but have not done it?Come to a workshop where things can shift and change can be allowed!Sign up at www.healingbodysoul4life.com or call 818-448-0552.
www.healingbodysoul4life.com
Oncologic Surgeon Offers Breast Cancer Prevention Tips
http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2012/07/28/oncologic-surgeon-offers-breast-cancer-prevention-tips/
Mandarin Chinese for Elementary Students
Offered now in Studio city. Hands on fun learning tools are used in well-structured curriculums. Teacher Lepeng has a Master’s degree from UT Austin and have been teaching kids Mandarin for the past 5 years. Classes for age 7 to 12 meet on Mondays and Thursdays and classes for age 5 to 6 meet on Fridays. Tuition is $25 per class with group of 4 or less, $22 for group of 5 or 6 students. Call 818-358-3822 or email lepengli@hotmail.com.
www.acemandarinchinese.com
7 tips for parents to manage empty nest syndrome
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GO!screen – Most Luxurious Sunscreen Ever!
GO!screen Natural Brush-On Mineral Poweder SPF30 It’s Like Nothing Under the Sun!NO!greasy skin – NO!burning eyes – NO!sticky hands – NO!toxins UVA/UVB Protection: Offers immediate SPF30 coverage – no need to apply + wait. 100% Safe: Developed by a chemist mom to be free of toxins used in most sunscreens. Easy to Apply: No sticky hands or cold spray. Brush it on and be off! Lasting Value: Over 300 applications per dispenser + refillable, too. Jen’s List members get 10% off, use code JEN10.
www.ilovegoscreen.com
DRYBAR
If you’ve ever had a blowout at Drybar, you know how amazingly innovative the experience is! They provide flawless blowouts at a flat rate starting at $35, regardless of hair length or thickness. This also includes shampoo!
www.thedrybar.com
Best Cities For Families
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The West Valley’s best kept children’s hair secret: Jackie’s Kids Parlor!
Jackie has almost THIRTY YEARS experience with children’s hair. And her Woodland Hills studio has been completely remodeled in 2012! Mention “Jen’s List” and get $5 OFF any hair cut! This offer is for new customers only. Call (818) 884-3484 to book your appointment.
When to worry about speech delays
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6th annual exhibition salutes the work of 2012’s Primetime Emmy® – Nominated Costume Designers and Costume Supervisors
Tuesday through Saturday, July 31st-October 20th from 10am-5pm
Including over 75 costumes from a variety of television genres, this year’s exhibition will be guest curated by Mary Rose, costume designer and current president of the Costume Designers Guild. Featured television shows include Boardwalk Empire, Downtown Abbey, Game of Thrones, Once Upon a Time, Pan Am, Smash, Magic City, and more.
http://fidmmuseum.org/exhibitions/current/
Dazzling Donuts are perfect for Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, and Private Events
Looking for a fun and unique twist on a timeless classic? Dazzling Donuts serves AMAZING hot, mouth-watering mini donuts to your guests as they watch them being made right before their eyes by the portable mini-donut factory. There are a variety of delicious toppings from classic powdered sugar to dazzling gourmet flavors which will have your guests coming back for more. Book Dazzling Donuts today and make your next big event extra special. Mention Jen’s List for 10% off.
310-776-2347
www.dazzlingdonuts.com
Instagram
It’s a fast, beautiful and fun way to share your photos with friends and family. Snap a picture, choose a filter to transform its look and feel, then post to Instagram. Share to Facebook, Twitter, and Tumblr too – it’s as easy as pie. It’s photo sharing, reinvented.
http://instagr.am/
5 ways to get your child to listen
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Sunday Set-Up™ Club – New recipes/menu every week, Save money/time & Eat healthy
Learn how to wash, prep, cook and store healthy food for a week of nutritious snacks and meals that are quick, easy and economical. Sunday Set-Up™ is a food prep routine that celebrity trainer Kathy Kaehler is bringing to the table. Shop, prep and store nutritious food at the top of the week makes for good choices in snacks and meals throughout the week. Join the Sunday Set-Up™ Club to receive recipes that Kathy is making with her celebrity clients. Get a sneak peek into the celebs homes and watch Kathy in their kitchen cooking up a storm Hollywood style. Every new member get two FREE workout DVD’s or a signed Fit and Sexy book!
www.kathykaehler.net
One Night Affair Designer Gown Rentals
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
Experience San Francisco & stay in this great rental!
You don’t need a car, it’s all not too far. The rental is on the corner of Chestnut and Broderick, in the marina, 30 seconds walk to restaurants, museums, gym, park, bus, stair climbing with a view and more! Mention Jens List!
Www.airbnb.com/rooms/548232