Gamebot School Goes Back to Video Game School With New Fall Sessions
September 15th
Learn video game development from industry veterans. Sessions include:
- Intro to Kodu
- Intro to GameMaker
- Intro to Adobe Photoshop Elements
- Intro to Game Art
- Intro to GameMaker: Studio Scripting
- Intro to Mobile Game Development with
Corona SDK and Lua
- Intro to Unity
- Intro to 3D Modeling
Each 8-week session costs $240. Visit www.gamebotschool.com or email info@gamebotschool.com for more information.
Today in History
Sneak Some Zucchini onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day
The Daughters of the American Revolution organization is created. (1890)
The USSR finally declares war against Japan. (1945)
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Dollar Day
Assistance Dog Day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=116
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 slot.
Save Money Now Off Your Rising Electric Bill With a Free Solar System from SolarCity®
SolarCity® has helped tens of thousands of homeowners save money by switching to clean, more affordable energy. With SolarCity® you simply pay for solar power by the month, just like your utility bill, only lower! They review your electrical bill and provide a no obligation proposal to save you money right now with a free solar system! Call 310-487-1234, visit www.zerocostsolar.com or email info@zerocostsolar.com for more info. Zero Cost Solar, Inc. is a Certified Partner of SolarCity®.
Kehillat Ma’arav in Santa Monica is Enrolling for Fall 2013
Join the early childhood programs:
Toddler Parent & Me (18 mo.-3 yrs.)
KM Kids classes (3 – 5 yrs.)
Engaging & nurturing environment helps kids develop to their fullest potential; meeting the needs of each child cognitively & spiritually through a joyful approach to Jewish learning. Contact Director of Education Sharone Weizman at eddirector@km-synagogue.org or (310) 829-0566.
www.KM-synagogue.org
www.kehillatmaarav.com
Vocal Auditions for MUSYCA Children’s Choir- Experience, perform, travel
Do you know a child who loves to sing? Join the choir that sent kids to perform at Carnegie Hall and record music for the animated feature “The Croods”. Musical Youth of California (MUSYCA) Children’s Choir is holding vocal auditions. Auditions consist of a simple vocal assessment to determine if a child’s voice is ready for singing in a choral setting. No prior musical training is necessary. Call choir office at 818-554-9937 or email sing@musyca.org for more information, or to schedule a time. Auditions last about 15 minutes, and are open to children ages 5-18.
Held on the campus of Shomrei Torah Synagogue
7353 Valley Circle Blvd. in West Hills, 91304
https://www.facebook.com/musycachildrenschoir
www.musyca.org
FREE PODCAST: Food Addiction – Why we get stuck and the surprising truth about how to get free
Ever wonder why you can’t stop eating cookies once you start? Feel stuck in a negative feelings about your body? Frustrated about how often you find yourself grabbing for food or alcohol at the end of the day? Listen to his FREE podcast where Alison Ross, Founder of Center for Eating Recovery & Carissa, a mentor at the Center, explain how we get stuck and the surprising truth about how to get free.
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2013/08/05/sister-addictions–food-and-alcohol
Preschool Open House Caterpillar Cottage
Wednesday, August 14th at 9:30am
Come learn about this joyful place for children. The eclectic preschool curriculum is influenced by Reggio and Montessori. They emphasize connection-teaching and communication to resolve conflicts by facilitating and modeling empathetic listening practice. They only have 2 spaces left for the fall semester! RSVP to heather@caterpillarcottage.com
www.caterpillarcottage.com
Shoedipity.com for all of your BACK to SCHOOL needs – Shop our shoes & accessories at 20% off
Friday, August 9th-Sunday, August 25th ONLY
Exclusively for Jen’s list readers, 20% OFF of your entire Shoedipity.com purchase and Free Shipping on purchases over $75.00. Shop brands like Puma, Stride Rite, Skechers, New Balance, Saucony, DC Shoes, Tsukihoshi, and they’ve got the solid white and solid black school shoes that you need! Don’t forget about those backpacks, lunch boxes, hats, and great hair accessories ~ they have it all at 20% OFF. Use Promo Code: Jen20.
http://www.shoedipity.com
Kuyam
An online scheduling platform where women and busy moms can go to find and schedule lifestyle appointments. They offer services in the categories of beauty, health and fitness, and kids activities.
https://kuyam.com/
Free Home Buyer Seminar
Sunday, Aug 25th at 11am
Thinking about buying a home, become well informed about the current real estate market. Find out the difference between FHA and Conventional loans. What you need to get pre-approved? What to expect in the process. Get answers to all these questions and more at this event put on by Shari Fenig from Elite Residential Realty and Adam Saab from Wholesale Capital Corp. There will be light refreshments. Contact Shari Fenig to RSVP at 818-970-1863 or sharifenig@yahoo.com by Aug 23rd. Spaces are limited.
www.shari4homes.com
Ah, the layered salad
Popular in the second half of the 20th century was the 7-layer salad. Here’s a contemporary twist with recipe links to Seven Layer Salad, Layered Pesto Salad and Gazillion Bean Salad. A footed trifle bowl subs nicely for the traditional 4 qt, straight-sided, tall, clear glass bowl. A fun salad for kids to help construct as well as dive into.
http://www.oregonlive.com/foodday/index.ssf/2013/08/its_time
6 picture book titles
Understand and “read” stories through pictures. Recommended by LAPL for your preschooler.
http://kidspath.lapl.org/kidspath/preschool/rtmla_wordless.php
Mommy & Me Yoga by Brook at Kids Ahoy
Mon., Aug. 12th from 9-10am
Baby & Me Yoga offers parents an opportunity to bond with their infants through stretching, breathing, sound, meditation and positive touch. Benefits: Reduces stress hormones in babies & parents to improve relaxation and rest, stimulates digestion and aids elimination processes, supports infant’s development. Yoga for Toddlers & Twos (12 months-2+yrs). RSVP 818-999-1533 http://www.brookeharker.com/links/youth/
http://www.brookeharker.com/yoga-for-babies-toddlers
www.kidsahoyplayground.com
How to build your child’s self-esteem
http://www.todaysparent.com/family/parenting/how-to-build-your-childs-self-esteem/
Is Your 8-12 Year Old a Thinker? Serious Thinkers (YOUNG PHILOSOPHERS) Wanted
Thursdays, August 22nd from 4-6pm
Young Philosophers will:
- engage in philosophical inquiry
- develop critical and creative thinking
- read together specially designed materials from IAPC (Institute for the Advancement of Philosophy for Children)
- philosophically discuss the materials being read
- love listening/discussing as a community of inquiry
- enhance ability to consider differing perspectives
- grow in mind and soul
Call 818/344-7838 or email Doc@Perpend.org to meet & discuss the opportunity.
http://www.kidsla.org/enrichment/philosophy.html
Make the Car Fighting Stop
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/susan-stiffelman/make-the-car-fighting-stop_b_3709072.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003
Back to School – Time to Buy Packit Lunch Bags
Pezzel.com has the Packit lunch bags for your kids’ lunches keeping their food and drinks cold for 10 hours! No ice packs needed as they have built in gel packs! Just freeze the night before and it’s ready to pack the lunch the next morning! Available in assorted designs! Use promo code: 3OFF to receive $3 off your order! If you want to order for your school with your logo on the bags, please call us at 888-991-3330. Coupon does not apply.
www.pezzel.com
Hands-On, Experiential Jewish Learning
Sundays, Sept. 8th-June 8th
Beth Shir Shalom has a completely revamped educational program debuting this 2013-14 academic year which they lovingly call JELLI (the Jewish Experiential Living and Learning Initiative). The program meets Sunday mornings, with optional Hebrew support Tuesdays for grades 3-6. The new curriculum is a hands-on, project based learning program filled with opportunities for children to discover, create, build, and own their Jewish experiences. At Beth Shir Shalom, Jewish education is life education.
www.bethshirshalom.org
Tips For Dealing With a Sassy Child
http://moms.popsugar.com/Fix-Child-Attitude
FREE Moonlight Movie series at Paseo Colorado
Wednesdays in August at 8pm
Film begins at dusk & free popcorn is provided by ArcLight Cinema. Gain early access by presenting a same day receipt from a Paseo restaurant!
August 14th – The Proposal
August 21st – Pitch Perfect
August 28th – Skyfall
www.PaseoColoradoPasadena.com
Award-winning nursery and home décor brand Oilo announces their first ever sale
Oilo’s three-piece crib bedding sets are now available through August for $100 off their normal retail pricing.
www.oilostudio.com
Meet children’s author Barbara Gibson-Paul Psy.D., LMFT who will sign her book “MAX PAYS ATTENTION”
Saturday, August 12th from 12-2pm
Come to Bank of Books, Pt. Dume Village Center, Malibu
29169 Heathercliff Rd. 310-457-5699 to see her great book “MAX PAYS ATTENTION” for preschool and up. Now that school’s starting this is a must have for your child. Also great for ADD/ADHD and Autism.
www.Creativekidspublications.com
Find out how to type any special character or accent mark
http://copypastecharacter.com/
FamilyFun Magazine
Gives parents ideas and inspiration needed to create unforgettable family moments. Part of Meredith Corporation’s Parents Network of brands, FamilyFun is a trusted expert on family cooking, vacations, celebrations, play, creative projects and learning – the full spectrum of fun that enriches the precious time families share. Written for parents with children 3 to 12, FamilyFun is unique in the marketplace, delivering real ideas for – and from – real families.
www.familyfunmag.com
Weekly Beginning Tap Classes in Sherman Oaks
Tuesday’s from 8-9pm, Thursday’s from 11am-Noon & Saturday’s from 10-11am
Get your summer shuffle on with movingSoundscape’s Weekly Tap Classes. Join this semi-private group of absolute beginning dancers every week in Sherman Oaks for a combination of technique, musicality, rhythm, and FUN. $20 cash a head. No experience or tap shoes necessary. 24-hour advance attendance confirmation required. For more details, visit www.movingSoundscape.com or https://www.facebook.com/movingSoundscape?ref=ts&fref=ts or email Brynn@movingSoundscape.com for info.
Raspberry Recipes
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/25/raspberry-recipes
Ascension Lutheran School has openings for fall
Are you looking for an affordable private school? Ascension Lutheran School, ages Preschool-8th grade in Thousand Oaks still has openings for fall. Small class sizes, WASC accredited, Spanish, music, PE, art trek, after school enrichments, computer lab. Beautiful campus, amazing parent involvement.
www.alschool.org
Your Jr. Chef can make Baked Chicken Fingers
Good easy practice slicing boneless skinless breast meat (really sharp knife, please). Good easy practice with 2-step cracker coating (egg dip then crushed cracker crumbs that you crush). Bake for 15 min at 450˚. Optional – serve with dipping sauces (i.e. ranch, bbq). Leftovers good cold and can be frozen. Parental supervision.
Video gives good tips about breading with 1 hand then the other, why to use cracker crumbs, kind of dishes to use for breading, what the eggs are for, why the wire rack is put on a baking sheet, why there should be enough room between the chicken pieces for air to circulate: http://www.chow.com/videos/show/the-easiest-way/128605/how-to-make-easy-baked-chicken-fingers.
Recipe: http://www.chow.com/recipes/27464-baked-cracker-crusted-chicken-fingers
Nature-Inspired Crafts for Kids
http://www.parents.com/fun/arts-crafts/kid/nature-inspired-crafts-ideas-for-kids/?socsrc=pmmtw#page=1
Calling ALL Mommies, Daddies, and Moms-to-Be! Hop Aboard the Mommytrain
Mommytrain exists to give parents and kids the community, knowledge, and fun they need to power through these crazy, beautiful years. They will be making stops in West L.A., SFV, and Glendale/Pasadena, and bringing the party with them. You’ll hear from expert speakers, meet other moms and dads like you, make friends, win amazing prizes, and let the kiddos run wild They will even bring the snacks! Get on the list now at www.mommytrain.com. This is one train you won’t want to miss!
Hebrew School anyone? Join a successful program Pre K-8th
Classes are held Monday to Friday 1pm-6pm. Each class is 1 hour long Weekly for grades 1st-7th. iTot held monthly (age 4-7). Tired of your Hebrew School? Come and see why JSN is so Popular in our community for 20 years. No membership & No affiliation. JSN renowned for its successful curriculum, its many free extracurricular & Events, Monthly iTot, and exceptionally amazing private Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation and Tours to Israel. Lots of recommendations. Space is limited. Discount offered to new students.
www.jsnbynomie.com
10 Things You Don’t Want to Hear From the Doctor Assisting the Delivery of Your Baby
http://www.babble.com/pregnancy/10-things-you-dont-want
Make Full-Time Money for Part-Time Work
You throw parties & GIVE people CASH! Looking for highly motivated self-starters, preferably with a sales background. Work as much as you want. YOU make your schedule & YOU determine your paycheck. NOTHING to buy, NO upfront costs, NOT a MLM. Come and work for the largest Gold Party Company in the US. Send your resume & a brief description of yourself. This is a perfect job for stay-at-home moms with kids in school. Email Jennifer@lagoldparties.com.
www.lagoldparties.com
Temple Sinai of Glendale Shabbat in the Park
Friday, August 23rd at 6pm
Welcome Shabbat surrounded by the beauty of nature at Casa Adobe Park in Glendale, located at 1330 Dorothy Drive, one block east of Pacific, between Stocker and Spencer, on the east side of the street. Bring blanket or chairs. Temple Sinai of Glendale is a Reform congregation with a diverse and welcoming community. Email membership@temple-sinai.net or call 818) 246-8101 for more info.
www.temple-sinai.net
Personal Trainer Lead
Referred by Jens List member RachelSpalding@aol.com
“My fantastic trainer, NADINE GIAMMATTEI, has re-launched her career after three kids. A certified personal trainer with 10 years experience in health and nutrition, Nadine boasts the patience that comes from having transformed her own body. She specializes in rehabbing moms like me post-pregnancy and I’m in great shape after a third baby! From balls to bands, no two core-strengthening workouts are alike. Best of all, Nadine, her equipment and listening skills come to you. Call (310)903-6858.”