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Today in History
The Beatles recorded their 1st single “Love Me Do”. (1962)
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Patriot day
National Lace-making day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=151
911 Remembrance
Make Your Bed Day
No News is Good News Day
Kol Tikvah Family High Holy Days Services
Saturday, September 14th at 2:30pm
Free Services Open to the Community – Yom Kippur Family Service
Rock out during Family Services with Temple Kol Tikvah’s Band KOLPLAY and our YOUTH GLEE CLUB. Their Family High Holy Day Services are fun for the entire family.
There is Something for EVERYONE at Temple Kol Tikvah – The Voice of the West Valley Reform Jewish Community.
Call 818-348-0670 for information.
www.koltikvah.org
Smiling Sea Pediatric Dentistry now open in Westlake Village
Smiling Sea Pediatric Dentistry believes that every child deserves a great smile. The doctors at Smiling Sea Pediatric Dentistry provide the highest standard of oral care and are attentive to the needs of each individual child. Smiling Sea Pediatric Dentistry has a fun ocean theme, with a large aquarium and interactive dolphin ride in the waiting room. TV screens above each dental chair help to ensure that every child has an enjoyable time every time.
(818)991-0978
www.smilingseadentist.com
Beth Hillel Day School – New programs added to Parent and Me
For parents and families of children ages 3 months-2 1/2 years, Beth Hillel’s Parent & Me program has a variety of new classes with something for everyone! The classes provide the opportunity for children and parents to create lasting friendships and learn important developmental skills. They offer classes in music and movement, science, art and much more! Space is limited. For more information, call 818-761-6983.
www.bethhilleldayschool.org
Tired of lugging your Mac to the Genius Bar?
We all love our Apple products but disconnecting them, driving, parking and carrying your Mac through the mall is a pain. Hire RovingGenius.com!
-Affordable alternative to the Apple Store.
-They come to you.
-Same day appointments.
-Faster repair times
-Need a new Mac? They will pick one up, set it up, back it up, transfer data and provide a receipt, SAVING you $50-$100.
-Experts on all things Apple.
-They will teach you how to get the most out of your devices, wireless printers, iCloud, Apple TV.
-Integrate your TV, music speakers, HVAC, security, lighting and cameras, to control your whole house from iPhone or iPad.
-They can even help eliminate that annoying spinning beach ball.
**10% July discount**
Call or text (818) 485-1444.
www.RovingGenius.com
Educating Your Child In Los Angeles – The Facts, The Options & What You Need To Know
September 12th from 6pm-9pm
Outstanding Mothers’ Gathering presents Educating Your Child In Los Angeles – The Facts, The Options & What You Need To Know. There is a great panel lined up including Sandy Eiges – The LA School Scout, Dr. Fay Van Der Kar Levinson, PhD, Psychologist & author of “Choosing The Right School” and Emmy Award Winner and LA Times Best Seller, JD Rothman, among others. They are also giving away over $700 worth of raffle items!
Olympic Collection
11301 W Olympic Blvd. in L.A., 90064
http://www.outstandingmothersgathering.com/events/4/educating-your-child-in-los-angeles-california/
Music Together is now in Burbank- Babies/Big Kids classes open
Starts Tues., Sept. 17th at 9am & Wed., Sept. 18th at 4pm at GARRI DANCE
Valley Cat Music is expanding its Music Together classes into Burbank with talented Taryn Rioseco teaching Family classes (0-5) starting at Garri Dance mid-Sept. Sign up for 10-week fall session or demo her classes for free the first week! Spaces still open in other locations, too, incl. BABIES-ONLY at BINI Birth & BIG KIDS (5-8) at Center Stage Dance. Contact Deborah@valleycatmusic.com if you’d like to start a private class for your parenting group/preschool. They do parties & guitar/uke lessons!
www.valleycatmusic.com
Read This Before Your Kids Ever Walk to School Alone
http://moms.popsugar.com/Walking-School-Safety
8 Week Course for Emotional Overeaters & Yo-Yo Dieters
Wednesdays 10am, 9/18-11/6 ONLINE, ORWednesdays 12pm, 9/25-11/13 at Center for Eating Recovery in Agoura
Curb food cravings. Heal your heart. Stop self-sabotage. Find your right weight. Diets tell you what to eat but fail to address the deeper longings that keep you in a state of craving. They offer a psychological approach to health. Learn how to change your mind to change your body. $395 for 8-wk course & materials. Register at www.centerforeatingrecovery.com or 818-836-4600.
The Music Teachers Network – Private Piano, Guitar, Voice Lessons & more
The Music Teachers Network is a full service music teaching company. They specialize in providing private music lessons in your home for piano, voice, guitar, brass, woodwind, percussion, strings and songwriting. No more traveling to a studio. The instructors come to you and specialize in working with wonderful kids.
www.musicteachersnet.com
Grand Opening We Rock the Spectrum Santa Monica for ALL Kids is now open!
September 21st from 10am-5pm
Santa Monica WRTS is here to serve the community. They have a private room for classes that will begin Sept. 24th. Open Play, Break Time, Birthday Parties, Camps and incredible classes for kids and adults. Come and enjoy their Grand Opening the 21st for a day of fun, food, face painting, dancing and more. If you would like to find out more about WRTS Santa Monica please visit their website or call 310-586-2629. Booking parties from Sept. 28th on!
www.werockthespectrumsantamonica.com
Raise Money for Your Cause
Use the Calabasas Classic 1m/5k/10k Run to raise money for the individual, school, charity, or group of YOUR CHOICE. The Calabasas Classic would love to help you achieve your fundraising goal via a jog-a-thon. Free, customized forms avail. All monies raised will be donated directly to your charity. The run takes no percentage. Email alisonwatters@mac.comfor details.
www.calabasasclassic.com
Preparing your child for the non-academic demands of kindergarten
Suggestions to help introduce a whole new set of experiences and expectations that require new habits and life skills – for kids and parents alike.
http://blog.oregonlive.com/themombeat/2013/02/
Clean Out Your Closet For Ca$h
Encore Closet consigns and sells your authentic designer handbags and shoes! It is owned by a Valley Mom who sells the handbags online. She will photograph, list, sell and ship your handbags. When your handbag sells she will send you a check for 60% of the selling price. So start cleaning out your closets now and get rid of all those handbags and shoes collecting dust. Contact Renee at 818-300-5928 or email her at encorecloset@aol.com.
“An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away”, right? What you can do right now to fight colds and flu!
Saturday, September 28th at 4pm
When it comes to pumping up your immune system for cold and flu season, it turns out that there are specific foods that are epic rock stars and should be included much more often.Join Carol at the Health and Human Performance center. Learn how to build a delicious menu of recipes for optimal health.
-Delicious foods rich in color & flavor.
-Easy Recipes, that fit your busy days.
-Tips on choosing foods loaded with immune boosting nutrients
-Learn Which foods Zap your Immune System.
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e83lauyvce38b6f7
In Home Tutoring Designed to Meet Your Student’s Unique Needs
Learning isn’t one size fits all and tutoring shouldn’t be either! Stacey Sigal Tutoring is a small team of experienced and professional tutors that customize each session to your student’s unique needs. We’re available in the West San Fernando Valley and work with students of all ages and academic abilities, specializing in working with students with learning differences. Homework help, skill building, test preparation and enrichment. Email staceysigal@gmail.com for information.
www.facebook.com/StaceySigalTutoring
Culture Baby
A unique online children’s boutique. International clothes and accessories for the newest generation.
www.culturebaby.com
23 Life Lessons You Get From Working At A Restaurant
http://thoughtcatalog.com/2013/23-life-lessons-you-get-from-working-at-a-restaurant/
Bar/Bar Mitzvah Preparation & Private Jewish Education
Mitzvah Shirah is the unaffiliated family’s one-stop-shop for Bar Mitzvah preparation and customized Jewish education. Beyond offering 1-on-1 instruction in Hebrew Reading/Writing, Shabbat blessings/prayers, Torah reading and more, we have the unique ability to create a unique Bar Mitzvah experience for your child whether your vision is traditional or unconventional. Perhaps you envision a backyard Bat Mitzvah service for your daughter, or would like to take your son to Israel to chant his Torah portion in Jerusalem? They will help turn your dream into reality. Weekly lessons are taught in West Hills or via Skype to students around the globe. Visit www.mitzvahshirah.com to register online. Mention Jen’s List for a special offer!
How About a Nail Artist for your Daughters Next Birthday Party
Lexi, has been doing nail designs for over 4 years. She has done many parties and events for many different families including a fundraiser for Michelle Obama. Lexi hand paints every design and her variety of designs leaves the children breathless. She has over 50+ nail polish colors so each child gets to pick the exact color they want. Call Lexi at (818) 422-3819 for a price quote on your next fun-filled party/event!
www.knockoutnailsbylexi.com
Tips for writing better tweets
Your tweets may already grab attention, but as they say, there’s always room for improvement. Test out a few of these tips.
http://www.ragan.com/Main/Articles/47183.aspx
The Do’s And Don’ts Of Attracting Hummingbirds To Your Garden
http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2013/09/07/the-dos-and-donts-of-attracting-hummingbirds-to-your-garden/
Your advanced Jr. Chef can make Quinoa Salad
Without A Recipe! Is your son or daughter ready to be intuitive/creative? Once there’s confidence about being able to construct a decent dish, the imagination can soar. From a base of basic cooked quinoa (any color), here are suggestions of herbs, spices, vegetables, oil/vinegar, nuts, cheeses, meats to add, and consider tossing in leftovers. The possibilities are endless. Parental supervision.
http://food52.com/blog/7941-how-to-make-quinoa-salad-without-a-recipe
Allya provides nutritional and wellness counseling to new and expectant mamas
Allya Orlov is a trained and Certified Health Coach who provides 1-on-1 nutritional and wellness counseling. Need to lose those last 10 lbs? Need help with pre- and postnatal diets or getting back in to your pre-baby jeans? Allya has proven to help achieve the goals of her clients in the optimal amount of time! She is currently working out of the West Hills We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym. Your child can play while having your session! Call or text 310-612-2787 to book your FREE consultation!
www.OrganicLifeWellness.com
2 universal playgrounds now open in NoHo area
Universal playgrounds feature equipment accessible to all children including those with special needs including rails, adult swings that allow parents to swing with a child, wheelchair ramps and quiet zones for children who need less stimulation.
Sun Valley, pirate ship theme — http://northhollywood.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/universal-playground-opens-in-sun-valley
North Hollywood — http://northhollywood.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/new-playground-opens-at-jamie-beth-slavin-park
Calabasas, Western theme — http://www.shanesinspiration.org/brandons-village/
Griffith Park, space theme — http://www.shanesinspiration.org/shanes-inspiration-griffith-park/
West LA, airplane theme — http://www.shanesinspiration.org/aidans-place/
30 SoCal accessible/inclusive MY PLAYGROUND projects by Shane’s Inspiration — http://www.shanesinspiration.org/playgrounds/
One Click Cleaners, the Concierge Dry Cleaning Service, has now opened the Woodland Hills area
Imagine never having to remember to drop off or pick up your dry cleaning again! Let the professionals from One Click Cleaners pick up and deliver your cleaning to your home or office for FREE! Clothes are returned spotless from their 100% eco-friendly plant! No one beats their prices or their friendly quality service. Sign up at www.oneclickcleaners.com and use 10FREE for $10 of FREE DRY CLEANING! Currently serving the 91367, 91364, 91307 areas with more to follow soon!
818.606.2528
Family Portrait Special
Unique and affordable family portraits by Julie Pearl Photography! Book by the end of September and receive family friends discount of $125 for two hour session; $75 for one hour mini-session! Email juliepearlphotography@gmail.com.
www.juliepearlphotography.com
LA Diaper Drive provides diapers to low-income families in Los Angeles
Started by moms Caroline Kunitz and Melissa Ratcliff, LA Diaper Drive gives diapers year round to low-income moms by partnering with other charities and community-based organizations that already work with low-income families. We encourage these partners to use the diapers as incentive to attend parenting, life skills, GED prep, or other valuable classes. Examples include Friends of the Family’s Young Moms/Young Dads program which works with parents ages 13-31 and The Children’s Institute, a non-profit that specializes in the treatment and prevention of child abuse and neglect.
www.diaperdrive.org
Discussion about the ‘best’ GF pasta
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/912121
ADHD Treatment: Parents’ Goals Tied To Choice Of Behavior Therapy Or Medication (STUDY)
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/09/02/adhd-treatment-parents-goals_n_3857116.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000070