Pump’s Station’s Estate Planning From a Mom’s Perspective
How can you assure that your kids will be raised according to your wishes? And your family is cared for if you’re not here to do it?
Don’t miss the next Sizzling Hot Topic Class at the Pump Station “Estate Planning From a Mom’s Perspective” on Aug. 21st at 7pm in Santa Monica and Aug. 28th at 6:30pm in Hollywood, co-presented by experts who are also moms, Sona A. Tatiyants, Esq. and Jennifer Burnham-Grubbs.
The class dishes out the nitty-gritty on trusts, wills, guardian nominations, life insurance, and much more. The goal is to de-mystify these topics, and teach moms the most cost-effective way to protect their families and assets. To register, go to http://bit.ly/HYnGfe.
Call 818-956-9200 or sona@tatiyantslaw.com for more info.
Today in History
Relaxation Day
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
The Panama Canal is opened. (1914)
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=123
Temple Kol Tikvah Early Childhood Center – space still available
The ECC at Kol Tikvah provides a play-based, child-centered experience that is rich with Jewish values. By combining best practice in early childhood education with a strong Jewish foundation, Kol Tikvah’s Early Childhood Center provides an environment that nurtures curiosity and exploration while encouraging community. They welcome you to spend some time in any of their ECC programs. 2, 3, 4 or 5 day/week options available. Call (818)992-1960 or visit www.koltikvah.org for more information on how they can meet the needs of your family.
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
Use Hypnosis to Lose Weight and Take Control
FREE Break Your Weight Plateau Class
Sunday Aug. 25th Sherman Oaks Galleria from 3:30-5pm
Sign up atwww.shiftweightmastery.com and click FREE SUNDAY CLASS
Jen’s List member Sophia B. lost 40 lbs. with The Shift: “The hypnosis gave me the tools to create healthy new habits resulting in an amazingly easy weight release.”
Hypnotherapist and weight loss expert Rita Black has helped hundreds of “weight strugglers” with her process that uses:
-Metabolism testing (find how many calories you burn)
-Hypnosis to break bad habits and addictions.
-Coaching focused on results.
Private & Group Sessions. Jen’s List members get $50 off.Go to www.shiftweightmastery.com or call 1-877-221-7251 for a free phone consult.
Do you have a closet full of clothes but nothing to wear?
Stylist Robin Saperstein, founder of High Heel in a Haystack can help! Tired of reaching for the same old thing week after week? Do you hate to shop? By working together you learn how to dress for your personal body type and lifestyle. You will learn how to wear pieces in multiple ways to make the most of your wardrobe. Allow Robin to help you find your inner stylish self and feel more confident! Contact Robin at 323.533.4111 or robin@highheelinahaystack.com.
www.highheelinahaystack.com
Kids rock with in-home music lessons
All Play Music provides in-home lessons for GUITAR, PIANO, DRUMS, VOICE and BASS. Kids feel like rock stars and parents love the All Play program. Visit www.allplaymusic.com to learn more and find out what parents are saying about All Play. Prices range from $280-$550 per month and availability is limited. Call (310) 745-4007 for more info.
ADORABLE Cocktail Charms for Wine, Margaritas, Martini’s and any other drinks
4 charms – $6
6 charms – $10
Individual $2 each
Custom orders welcome. Email CharmsbyLaura@gmail.com for more info
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Charmed/673193079375813
Musings Of A Multi-Generational Mom
http://multigenerationalmomviewsandnews.blogspot.com/
EatSeeHear Presents 25th Anniversary of BIG
Sat. Aug 17th in Beverly Hills at La Cienega Park
Join Eat|See|Hear to celebrate the 25th anniversary release of one of the greatest fantasy-comedy films of all time: BIG! Enjoy delicious fare from gourmet food trucks and listen to the sounds of Loomis and the Lust’s musical flairs. All Eat|See|Hear events are dog friendly and all furry canine friends will receive free dog biscuits at the door and dog food samples, courtesy of Natural Balance.
5:30pm – Doors Open
7pm – Band: Loomis and the Lust
8:30pm – Movie begins
10-11pm – Event concludes (depending on length of movie)
http://bigmovie-eorg.eventbrite.com/
Casting
Looking for real families who are fun, outgoing, active, and love being together… especially in HAWAII!
Looking for KIDS (1-12yrs old), their PARENTS (30-50yrs old) and their GRANDPARENTS too if possible! All ethnicities welcome. Auditioning, Fri., Aug. 16th and possibly Mon., Aug. 19th/Tues., Aug. 20th for a Disney Destinations commercial.
Email sarahnewmancasting@gmail.com:
1. Your names (first and last)
2. Ages
3. Ethnicity
4. City where you live
5. Contact phone number (Mom or Dad’s cell please)
6. A family photo
Must be available September 14th-18th. If chosen to be in the commercial you and your family will be paid $ in addition to the all-expense-paid trip to Hawaii!
AND
Has your family been torn apart because you or someone you know had a fight with a family member or best friend and are now NOT on speaking terms?
Chosen participants will be compensated monetarily as well as hotel & travel provided. If you or someone you know fits these descriptions or something similar, email castingbadblood@gmail.com.
August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month, and TheBump.com is hosting its second annual Public Display of Breastfeeding (PDB) Day
August 15th from 1-4pm
They are inviting moms to breastfeed together in public at A Mother’s Haven in Encino. The first 30 moms to arrive at each PDB local event will receive a gift bag full of must-haves from Boon, Boppy, BabyLegs, Earth’s Best, pediped, Kanga Care and more!
Why did they create this day? They polled moms and found that 1 in 7 feel uncomfortable with public breastfeeding (whether doing it themselves or seeing others). They are aiming to lower that number dramatically and get rid of the stigmas associated with breastfeeding in public.
15928 Ventura Blvd, Suite 116 in Encino, 91436
http://bit.ly/13bFb2S
Kids love to learn Israeli Martial Arts
Bring the kids to our dojo, and join in learning authentic Israeli Martial Arts with the 4th degree Black Belt Israeli instructor. The programs includes a combination of Ju Jitsu, Karate, and Judo with an Israeli twist. They are conveniently located off the 101 freeway near the Reyes adobe exit. Sign before Sep 1st and enjoy the summer special discounts!
(818) 575-9755
www.HisardutLA.com
Easy homemade baby food
Links to 1-hour-a-week prep for fresh/seasonal pumpkin, peas, squash, eggs, mango, avocado, sweet potato, lots more including using spices and puréeing/storing.
http://wholesomebabyfood.momtastic.com/
Introducing solid food. Solid foods and food allergies.
http://wholesomebabyfood.momtastic.com/solids
Back to School Haircut specials
Mom & Daughter(under 12) Special – Haircut & Blowdry – $65
Hair Stylist to many in the West Valley & located near Pomelo Elem. School & Chaminade High School. Mention Jens List and receive extra 20 % all other Services! Call Dina at 818-625-6438 for more info. Special expires at the end of Sept.
Where Kids of All Abilities Learn Through Play
Fun and Function is a company founded by Aviva Weiss, a pediatric Occupational Therapist who wanted to see therapeutic toys finally become fun, stylish, and affordable. Affordable pricing, high quality, and kid-friendly designs. They design products for kids. Their focus is to create fun, engaging , creative and cool products for the best group of people on this planet. The toys, clothing and therapy tools are lovingly designed to build each child’s skills and self-esteem.
http://funandfunction.com/
Booster campaign
Fast, easy way to rally support and raise money for your group, cause or project by selling custom t-shirts online.
www.booster.com
Your Jr. Chef can make Nigella Lawson’s Linguine with Lemon, Garlic and Thyme Mushrooms
For the no-cook sauce, combine finely sliced mushrooms, minced garlic, zested/juiced lemon, oil, salt, fresh thyme leaves, chopped parsley, freshly grated Parmesan, fresh ground pepper, top with hot cooked pasta, toss and serve when ready. Good hot, warm, cold or tomorrow. (Did you even notice it has no meat?) Parental supervision.
http://food52.com/recipes/23425-nigella-lawson-s-linguine-with-lemon-garlic-and-thyme-mushrooms
Newest Wiggle inspires an army of mini-mes
http://m.apnews.com/ap/
Handbag Handcuff
Tired of watching her handbag tumble off the front seat and spill every time she hit the brakes, busy mom Beth Corets decided to do something about it. This smart, stylish accessory works just as great as it looks. In the car, simply cuff one carabiner to the passenger headrest post and the other to the strap of your bag to keep it in place. In a restaurant, hook it to the back of your chair. The Handbag Handcuff can also help protect your personal items from loss, or worse, sticky fingers, when clipped to your grocery cart, baby stroller or to your luggage while traveling.
http://www.thegrommet.com/handbag-handcuff-handbag-problem-solver-midnight
Wine Tasting with Cliff
Thursday, August 29th fro, 7pm-9pm
Come for another summer wine tasting with Cliff! He’ll share some favorites and new items on the shelf. Only $2 per person. Must be age 21 or over. Limited seating. RSVP by emailing sp.wdh.marketing@wholefoods.com.
Whole Foods Market
21347 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills
www.wholefoods.com
Seeking part time, mature executive assistant – 12-20 hours/week
Are you mature, experienced in an office and computer savvy? Do you love dogs? Were you an executive assistant, administrative professional and prefer part time in a relaxed, lovely environment rather than struggling in the corporate world? Pooch Buddies (pet services) seeking the right, upbeat person to assist in a beautiful home/office setting in Northridge. Duties are varied but will require records entry, using Excel, Word, Google apps. Email applications only, with cover letter please.
www.PoochBuddies.com
Although a staple in professional kitchens the world over, parchment paper is an indispensable utensil of the everyday gourmet
PaperChef’s array of innovative and convenient products elevates the food experience to a whole new level by creating flavorful dishes in the parchment tradition. Cooking with PaperChef products is not only a healthy choice for your family, but for the environment as well. All PaperChef products are compostable and biodegradable, and since our boxes do not use a serrated metal cutting edge, like plastic wrap or aluminum foil, the boxes are completely recyclable as is.
www.paperchef.com
Set your babies apart from the rest
MAM is having a Buy One Get One promotion on their online store for their Personalized Pacifiers. The sale ends this Friday, August 16th. When you purchase one set of personalized pacifiers you can get an additional set at the same value for free using code BOGOMAM.
http://www.shopmambaby.com/personalized-pacifiers
Back to School Specials at Playsource
Book any available timeslot between now and Sept. 15th and take 10% off any package plus free face painting/tattoos with a space rental! $60 Club Cards – $90 value. Cards are limited at this price.
21921 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills, 91364
(818)888-0899
www.playsourceinfo.com
Open House for Community SchoolHouse opening Sept. 9th
Monday, August 19th from 12pm-3pm
Community SchoolHouse™ is a homeschool learning center where the focus is on experiential learning, family, and community. Bring the whole family and meet the students, teachers, founders administrators, and other homeschool families. They designed this day for families like you to become more familiar with Community SchoolHouse. Take a tour and become more acquainted with the facilities. Enjoy games for the whole family at the Salvation Army Camps (Camp Gilmore) at Tapia State Park in Calabasas, 91302.
www.communityschoolhouse.com
Knock! Knock! There’s a Princess at your door
Need a Princess or Superhero for your birthday party? Imagine your child’s face, when their favorite character magically shows up at their party! Make your little one’s day extra special by letting them make your child’s dream come true with a magical memory of a birthday party they’ll never forget.
-Princesses
-Superheroes
-Fairy Tale Characters
-Face-painting
-Balloon Sculpting
-Princess Makeup
-Games
-Music and more!
www.enchantedevents.org
Put an End to Homework Hassles and Studying Stress
Stacey Sigal Tutoring is a team of experienced and professional private tutors offering in home sessions throughout the San Fernando Valley. She works with students of all ages and academic abilities and have several tutors who specialize in working with students with learning differences. All of our sessions are individually designed to meet each student’s unique needs. Excellent references and reasonable rates. Email staceysigal@gmail.com for more information.
www.facebook.com/StaceySigalTutoring
7 Secrets of Highly Happy Kids
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/katie-hurley/secrets
Tough Cookies Children’s Boutique End of Season Sale
Saturday, August 17th-Monday, August 19th from 10am-5pm
For the first time, the more you shop the more you save! 50%, 60% up to 70% offyour favorite brands like: T2 Love, Monster Republic, Appaman, Esme, Joe’s Jeans, Rowdy Sprout, Junk Food, and for mom – a special rack just for you from Peace Love World and Bird & Vine clothing! All on SALE! While you shop, enjoy lunch on Saturday from the Rounds Burgers Truck and Sunday from The Grilled Cheese Truck!
13638 Ventura Blvd. in Sherman Oaks, 91423
818.990.0972
www.ShopToughCookies.com
“The Black Suits” at the Kirk Douglas Theatre
With music and lyrics by Joe Iconis, and book by Iconis and Robert Maddock and under the direction of John Simpkins, “The Black Suits” is set in a garage in suburban Long Island where four boys (lead singer, guitar, bass and drums) are preparing for stardom by way of the St. Anne’s Battle of the Bands. The band and the music give focus and sustenance to the boys whose lives are filled with teenage angst and longing, struggles with friends and girlfriends, and the need to make choices. For one brief summer they find escape in the camaraderie of the band, the sheer fun of creating and playing music and the core belief in the “transformative coolness of rock ‘n’ roll.”
http://www.centertheatregroup.org/tickets/The-Black-Suits/
Bedloo
A new, fun voting platform that lets you instantly tap into friends, family and the world to help you make decisions on the things you love like fashion, music, sports and more. It’s like a live voting party that lets you leverage your social networks, including Facebook, Twitter and Google+, as well as the world via Bedloo’s user database, to get real-time opinions on a diverse range of topics, products and more.
www.bedloo.com
Amid falling sales, Coke launches campaign to defend sweetener
http://www.nbcnews.com/health/amid-falling-sales-coke-launches-campaign-defend-sweetener-6C10920355
Family FunDays Kids Concert
Sunday, August 25th at 11am
Sing and dance under the trees! LoveBug & Me Music combines the passions and talents of music artist, Mary Arden Collins. With guitar in hand, she explores a variety of musical styles & world rhythms. Her love of singing, creative movement, and kids, perfectly blend to deliver a fun, entertaining, (and even educational) experience.
Concert is at 11:00 AM at the Will Gear Theatricum Botanicum in Topanga Canyon. $10. Free for kids under 2.
http://www.theatricum.com/familyfundaysaugust.htm
Private or semi-private soccer coach
Coach Dennis is an amazing soccer coach who will work hard with your child/children to develop and expand fundamental soccer skills for better performance on game day! He will focus on ball control, first touch, and proper technique using different parts of both feet, dribbling, passing, etc. $50/hour for one child and $40/hour each for two children. Ages 5 and up. Call or email (818) 424-4538 or dennis.salem@sbcglobal.net.
Need an AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM with HOMEWORK focus and ENRICHMENT Fun and Learning for ages K-5th?
Monday to Friday from 1-6:30pm
Kids Club Programs, known for their camp programs and after school options, has remodeled their large, family friendly facility just in time for the new school year. Come check out the new HOMEWORK ZONE for your child’s after school program. Kids Club’s complimentary shuttle service from your child’s school makes the after program not just affordable, but stress free. Tutoring is included daily with the After School program. Space is limited. Call 818 591 2582 for tour and more info.
www.kidsclubdaycamp.com