Prestique Academy of Innovation and Technology **Prospective Parent Open House TK-5th Grade**
Come see what they are all about! They are currently enrolling students for the 2013 and 2014 school year. TK-5th grades. They are a unique school that offers small class sizes, 12 to 1 in all grades, individualized curriculum, multi-age grouping, accelerated instruction, personalized iPad program, 21st Century classroom design, homeschool partnerships, and reasonable tuition. During the Open House, you will get to tour the campus and experience what the students experience every day.
818-456-4691
www.prestiqueacademy.com
Today in History
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
National Angel Food Cake Day
International newspaper carrier day
National cake decorating day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=185
Nanny, Housekeeper, Babysitter Leads
http://jenslist.com/2013/10/07/los-angeles-nanny-leads-houskeeper-babysitter-list-sep-22-oct-6/
Discover the secret of completely protecting your family and kids
Sun., Oct. 20th from 1-2pm at A Mother’s Haven in Encino
You’ll find out how to easily name guardians for your kids. You’ll discover how to avoid the 6 common mistakes most parents make that leave their kids at risk. Everyone in attendance will take home a copy of “Wear Clean Underwear! A Fast, Fun, Friendly – and Essential – Guide to Legal Planning for Busy Parents” – PLUS you’ll have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to A Mother’s Haven. This FREE legal planning educational seminar is presented by Personal Estate Planning Lawyer, Gerry Kane, who’s been guiding families for 19+ years. Register early at http://www.estplan.com or call 818-905-6088. Previous events have filled to capacity — space limited to 10 families.
Yard sale with a lot of almost new kids clothes and toys
Sunday October 13th at 9am
Owners have 2 growing boys, 5 and 7. They are remodeling and are needing to sell tons of their toys, clothes DVDs. They also have housewares a glider, adult clothes.
4332 Ben Ave. in Studio City, 91604
FREE Mommy and Me/Prenatal Yoga Class
Today, Thursday, Oct 10th at 11:30am at The Heart House in Encino
Enjoy a FREE yoga class led by Georgina O’Farrill of Two Hearts Yoga followed by snacks from Ubatuba Acai. All attendees receive a gift bag full of goodies and a ticket to enter the raffle!
www.ClubMomMe.com
LA Kids Consignment Torrance Registration opens 10/9, Burbank sale is 10/24-27
Consignor registration for the LA Kids Consignment sale in Torrance opens Wed. 10/9. We’ll be accepting the first 350 consignors for the November 14-17 event. This is a great time to clean out your kids’ closets! To register go to www.lakidsconsignment.com. This Torrance event will be our last event of the season so don’t miss it – registration fills up quickly. Don’t forget our Burbank sale is coming up 10/24-10/27 at 157 W. Providencia Ave, Burbank 91502 9am-5pm. See the website for more details about consigning, shopping and volunteering!
Looking for a FRESH way to celebrate your child’s birthday?
How about a make your own pizza party?! Each child is given a Fresh Brother’s pizza box to label and decorate with stickers, markers, and crayons. The children then get to create their own edible masterpieces! Once cooked, pizzas are placed back into their boxes and brought out to the dining area. Includes pizza, a drink & an “I Made My Own” T-shirt. Additional add-on’s available. Pricing available for small or large groups. The kids will have SO much fun – it makes for an AWESOME party!
http://www.freshbrothers.com/parties.htm
E-Waste Fundraiser for Woodland Hills Private School Collins campus
Saturday, October 12th from 9am-1pm
Bring your used ink cartridges, old phones, batteries and more to school for our eWaste Fundraiser on Saturday, October 12 between 9am and 2pm. It’s free to drop off, and the waste recycling firm will donate money to our school! Drop off items include computers, monitors, batteries, toner cartridges, phones, microwaves, cables. All electronics!
www.ewastecenter.com
The 2013 Calabasas Pumpkin Festival
Saturday & Sunday, October 19th & 20th from 10am-5pm at Juan Bautista de Anza Park
Inflatable’s & Giant Slide (note: ride lines close at 4:30pm
Live Bands & DJ Zone
Contests
Reptile, Bugs & Nature shows
Youth Halloween Carnival
Business Expo
Car Show
Saturday Costume Parade
Delicious food & beer (including pumpkin beer!)
Children’s craft projects, balloons & face painting
Pumpkins, Pumpkin Treats & Halloween Items
Jewelry & other craft items in the Marketplace
http://www.calabasaspumpkinfestival.com/info.htm
See if you’re eligible for the Patient Protection and ACA’s (Obamacare’s) insurance exchanges
This subsidy calculator from the Kaiser Family Foundation will tell you how much it’ll cost.
http://shermanoaks.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/30second-test-are-you-on-the-obamacare-list-shermanoaks
Methodology and FAQ. Click the “+.”
http://kff.org/interactive/subsidy-calculator/
13 Questions To Ask Yourself If You’re Feeling Overwhelmed
http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/4025707
Are You & Your Family Trying to Eat Healthier?
Organic Growing Produce is actively supporting schools in the San Fernando area. They are offering a 50% back fundraiser to your child’s school. This fundraiser will be going until the tons of fresh produce will be gone! Many schools are doing it back to back every week! No more cookie dough and wrapping paper. With GMO produce in every corner of our grocery stores, not labeled to our knowledge how can we can make an educate decision on what to feed our families. Organic produce is now available to everyone, not just the people who can afford to go to specialty stores! This is an amazing and healthy alternative for all families. If your child’s school is interested, call (818) 564-5771.
First Annual City Farm Family Turkey Trot
City Farm’s First Annual Turkey Trot is coming to The Autry Farmers Market in Griffith Park on Saturday November 16th. Register your family now to receive a special discount before October 19th. All ages welcome with special “trots” for your “tots” age 2 – 5, and 5+. Kick off the season of giving with some healthy family fun and help raise food donations for needy families in the Los Angeles area.
Registration information at www.lacityfarm.com/turkeytrot/.
Parenting Workshop Series P.E.T.
8 Saturday Afternoons, starting November 2nd
Cynthia Walukewicz, MA CCC-SLP is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. With an interest in family dynamics and parent education, Cynthia is also a certified Parent Effectiveness Training Instructor. The connection-based course teaches verbal confrontation skills, empathic therapeutic listeningskills, problem-solving methodology, family rule-setting and conflict-resolution. This is a low cost, 8 session intensive course. Email heather@caterpillarcottage.com for more information.
Don’t Let Halloween Candy Come Back to Haunt You
Is all Halloween candy created equal? No!Candy that contains anything gooey can stick to the nooks and crannies and stay on the teeth longer. This creates an evil breeding ground for bad bacteria. Sugar-filled candy, especially those that kids suck on for a period of time, metabolizes into straight-up acid. The best candy is chocolate, which doesn’t stay on the teeth long, and sugar-free gum, which is sweetened with a natural ingredient, Xylitol. According to Dr. Steven Roth, DMD, of SmilesNY, a NYC dental practice, “Allow all candy in slight moderation. Consume in one sitting and have an extra special brushing and flossing session immediately thereafter.
www.SmilesNY.com
Snip-its Kids Hair Salon & Spa Expands to the Valley in Encino
Specializing in kids haircuts, parties and spa services. The adventure begins by stepping into a magical, engaging, cartoon world characterized by floor to ceiling multicolored murals and splashy vibrant colors. The Snip-it’s specially trained stylists work their Snip-its Magic while the kids keep busily entertained on the Snip-its Adventure Play Stations, featuring custom computer games and activities. Each cutting station is custom-designed for maximum safety and comfort, including a safety strap for toddlers, a parent chair for mom or dad, and plenty of room to move around. Stylists are also trained to work with Special Needs. 1st time haircut $20 for Jens List members. In El Segundo & Encino.
www.snipits.com
Single Jewish Moms Retreat
If you’re a single Jewish mom of any age (or if you know someone who is), there are at least 5 good reasons for you to get away next month. The first reason is that you’ll get smarter – about parenting, dating and relationships, and financial planning. The second is that you’ll laugh a lot with women who know what it’s like to be in your shoes. With delicious super-healthy kosher food, incredible teachers and mentors, a drum circle, childcare and a totally stress-free atmosphere – the only thing that could top this would be finding out it’s free. Well, it is. Find out how to apply for a full grant to attend the Retreat for Single Jewish Moms, Nov 7-11, on the Jersey Shore, an hour from New York City.
(800) 473-4801
www.singleJewishmoms.org/5-perks-for-single-moms/
Adat Chaverim Teaches Adults: Learn About the History & Culture of Judaism as Taught by Cantor Jonathan Friedmann, PhD
Adult Classes are held on Sundays in the lobby of the American Jewish University, 15600 Mulholland Drive in Bel Air from 10am to 12pm. October 13th - The Book Club Meeting will review ”Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth”, by Reza Aslan. October 20th - The Humanistic Torah Study class will discuss ” Abraham’s Other Wife”. November 3rd An Adult Education class will be held. There are 20 classes scheduled, total cost $70. Call 888-552-HJLA(4552) for more information.
GenerationNecks
Check out www.GenerationNecks.com for new and fun pieces of jewelry for the holidays season and gifts.
Free Seminar to Inform Public on Transforming Your Family’s Health
Mon., Oct. 14th from 6-7pm in Thousand Oaks
Conejo Valley Adult School Parenting Program at Horizon Hills School will host Denise Webster, Wellness Educator from Sears Pediatric. Denise will share Dr. Sears’ beliefs on how prevention and wellness is critical and needs to begin in childhood. Webster will also discuss helpful tips on how to read food labels so you know which Ingredients to avoid and what we should be feeding our family every day. She will also be discussing methods to get our children to eat more fruits and vegetables, sleep and behave better, have healthier bodies (includingHealthier teeth, skin and hair). RSVP to Debbie Lee Bavaro at (805) 492-8837 or email debbieb@conejo.tec.ca.us.
Don’t Throw Out Your Kids Clothes, Toys & Games
A San Diego based company, Network Anomaly, has created a “social marketplace” app called Nifty, that allows users to easily connect with friend and family members to show items they are looking to get rid of. The app allows consumers a more personalized and safe experience by encouraging local transactions with friends an community connections. Nifty also created a way for charities to alert the community as to current needs they may have. Nifty is available as a free download on the Apple App Store. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/niftyapp and on Twitter via @NiftyApp.
Introducing Alligator Pear Party*In*a*Box…Offering Families a Healthy & Fun Catering Option
Choose your menu, choose kid’s box and party favor, free delivery within Los Angeles County. Includes all needed paper and plastic supplies, desserts and biofriendly disposables available on request.
$10/kids, $16/adults, $300.00 minimum.Visit http://conta.cc/18LGjim for complete details or call (818) 347-7860 or (818) 347-7820.
www.facebook.com/AlligatorPearCatering
Open House: Adat Ari El Day School
Tuesday, October 22nd from 9:15-11am
Adat Ari El Day School is a private Jewish Day School in North Hollywood, CA where children receive an outstanding education with a personalized approach. Here is a superior alternative to the public school system! Come see the students in action! For more information, contact Admissions Director, Debra Peterkofsky at (818) 766-4992 x 214 or debrap@adatarieldayschool.org
www.aaedayschool.org
Learning Specialist Available for Tutoring
Josh tutored and taught at many private schools in the Los Angeles area, including, Campbell Hall, Windward, New Roads, New Community Jewish High School, Bridges Academy, and Westmark. He specializes in helping students who have learning disabilities and behavior challenges, such as Dyslexia, Autism, ADD, and Aspergers Syndrome. Josh also incorporates life coaching skills into his process of working with students. He also does SAT Prep and College Essay Writing and received his B.A. from Sarah Lawrence College.received
www.collaborativetutor.com
Child Visitation Monitoring
Supervised visitation is court-approved contact between a non-custodial party and one or more children in the presence of a neutral third person. Children First Monitors is currently providing supervised visitation and monitored exchange services to residents of the San Fernando Valley and Westside areas. Reasonable rates, call (818)335-7204 or visit www.childrenfirstmonitors.com for more information.
Voice Lessons To Go’s Ariella Vaccarino Has a Few Slots Open in Her Woodland Hills Teaching Studio
Always wanted to sing or play the piano? Voice and Piano lessons available in Ariella Vaccarino’s newly renovated teaching studio in Woodland Hills. She is the creator of Voice Lessons To Go which is sold nationwide, and has been teaching over 20 years. Morning time slots available for adults and home schooled students. $45 per half hour.
www.voicelessostogo.com
Get Cash for your old Lululemon Clothing & Accessories
They work like “We Buy Gold” – send them your LULULEMON, no matter the condition, and they email you an offer. If you accept it,they send you $ or a Lululemon gift card. If not,they ship your goods back to you. It’s like found money! Over 260 Jen’s List readers have been extremely happy! Contact Webuylulu@earthlink.net for details, or you can mail your items with a with a return address and contact info, to:
WE BUY LULU
PO Box 130881
Carlsbad, CA 92013
Get your shipping refunded in month of October.
Need a Night Out: It’s Blingo Fun Featuring Beautiful Lia Sophia Jewelry
Wednesday, October 16th
Shakey’s Pizza
9000 Balboa Boulevard in Northridge – Corner of Balboa & Nordoff, across from Target
All winners will receive a piece of lia sophia jewelry!! $5 gets you a Blingo card, 2 slices of pizza and unlimited drinks. Bring friends to get an extra Blingo card!! No children. RSVP to Christine by October 14th at (818) 912-7719 or christine.liasophia@live.com.
www.liasophia.com/cmansoor
Bring a Personalized Touch to Everyone on Your Holiday Gift List With This Original Hanukkah Gift
Looking for a gift to inspire curiosity and excitement about Hanukkah? Look no further, personalized dreidel bags are perfect for everyone. They are offered in various colors with detailed stitching and are large enough to fill with your favorite goodies. Don’t miss out on this unique Holiday Gift, get your personalized dreidel bag today!
www.gezuntagoodies.com
Woodland Hills Elementary’s 67th Annual Fall Festival & Silent Auction- PLUS “THE VOICE” TICKETS!!
Sunday, October 13th from 11am-4pm
A day of fun & food for the whole family! There will be Great Food, Games, Prizes, Crafts, Music, a Farmer’s Market, Pumpkins, a Silent Auction, and more! It is open to the public so come out to support a local public school. They will also be having a live auction at 1:00pm for 4 tickets to see a taping of THE VOICE!
22201 San Miguel Street in Woodland Hills, 91364
Doncaster
A lifestyle apparel and accessory brand has been in existence for nearly a century Offering tremendous opportunities for those with an entrepreneurial spirit and a fabulous sense of style! Known as the originator of social selling in high-end women’s apparel, this family owned business was founded in 1931 and owes much of its great success to Millie Tanner, its matriarch. It was Millie who recognized the then-untapped potential of women. She saw entrepreneurship as a new way that women could contribute to the family while building confidence and an independent spirit. For more info, email lauriemodean@gmail.com.
https://www.doncaster.com/doncasterecommerce/
The coolest pumpkin decorating ideas just in time for Halloween
http://www.coolmompicks.com/2013/10/halloween-pumpkin-decorating-ideas.php
Quizlet Study Tool for Kids of all ages
Students define what they need to learn, and we provide the tools. We help Art History majors learn paintings, Spanish students learn their verbs, 5th graders learn their spelling words, and new waiters learn the menus of their restaurants. Our aim is to build software that any learner can use, so we make most of our stuff free.
http://quizlet.com/
Campbell’s Kitchen
They strive to give you proven recipes, tips and inspiration to help keep things fresh. Their mission is to serve up a healthy helping of fun. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced cook, looking for a quick ingredient substitution in a pinch, or planning ahead for a special occasion, their team of recipe developers, home economists, chefs, and nutrition experts has you covered!
http://www.campbellskitchen.com/wisestkid/home
Helmets for soccer? Why some parents are saying no thanks
http://www.today.com/moms/helmets-soccer-why-some-parents-are-saying-no-thanks-8C11359522
Jewel Kade Custom Canvases & Jewelry For an Amazing Business Opportunity & Great Holiday Gifts
Rarely do we get to be part of an amazing one of kind company at the ground floor level. Unique one of a kind custom photo canvases make perfect gifts and add character and personalization to any home. Also, vintage inspired custom handmade jewelry. This is an easy, turnkey, fun and profitable business – a fabulous opportunity. Call (818) 231-5236 or email cjkla@att.com. You can also visit www.carin.jewelkade.com to order and learn more.