2014-03-02

Enjoy Beauty and the Beast:

A Fun-Filled Magical “Mini-Musical” for the Whole Family

Only a Few Dates left, Closes Mar 23

at the Promenade Playhouse on Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade

This fun “mini-musical” adaptation of the timeless fairy tale features all of the memorable characters and age-old lessons that’ve made Beauty and the Beast a favorite for countless generations. All kids will receive a toy musical instrument upon entering the theater and are encouraged to boo for the villains, cheer for the heroes and sing and dance along in this fun-filled production.

Admission Prices range from $6-10.

www.Goldstar.com/Beauty and the Beast

 

 

Today in History

www.history.com/this-day-in-history

Yellowstone becomes the U.S.’s first national park. (1872)

* Irish American Month

* Music in Our Schools Month

* National Craft Month

* National Frozen Food Month

* National Irish American Heritage Month- designated by Congress in 1995.

* National Nutrition Month

* National Peanut Month

* National Women’s History Month

* Red Cross Month

* Social Workers Month

National Pig Day

Peanut Butter Lovers’ Day

 

 

Moms & Dads: Want to Learn Toddler Tactics? Need Baby Sleep Help?

Club MomMe, the place for moms, expectant parents & families has FUN Seminars Just For You!

Food + Free Sitters + Gift Bags + Giveaways

Toddler Tactics by Best-Selling Author Pinky McKay…Making Magic from Mayhem

Tues., March 4th at 2:45pm at WonderTree Kids in El Segundo

And

Tues., March 4th at 7pm at Play Vista Centerpointe Club

Sleeping Like A Baby…Sound sleep, secure attachment and optimum development

Wed., March 7th at 7pm in Santa Monica at Right Start

$30 per person, $50 per couple

FREE Childcare by Urbansitter

Sign up at www.ClubMomMe.com

 

 

Jens List member and Mommy Travel Agent – Making vacation plans?

Val Bennish has been a travel agent for many many years and loves helping people plan their vacations. Anything from as close Newport or Oxnard, Vegas or San Diego to as far away as Europe or Israel.

I highly recommend Val for all of your travel needs. She can beat almost any price AND include upgrades! You can reach her at 818-917-2206 or email her at val.bennish@yahoo.com.

 

 

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www.CorpNet.com

 

 

Multi-Family Garage Sale

March 2nd at 8am

Proceeds to benefit a local woman fighting brain cancer. Thousands of items! Books, household items, sporting equipment, kids/adult clothes, etc.

30714 Lakefront Drive in Newberry Park

 

 

A Keepsake with Character – SOOOOO CUTE!

Make your mark with an elegant monogrammed necklace handcrafted by skilled artisans:

* ONLU $40 ($109.99 value) for a handmade monogram pendant necklace.

* Choose sterling silver, 24-karat gold-plated, or 24-karat rose gold-plated.

* Shipping included (estimated delivery time is two to three weeks).

Slip on a handmade monogram necklace with your choice of up to three cursive letters gracefully woven together. The personalized pendant is made of high-polished metal with a glimmering finish. The approximately one-inch-wide pendant comes with a matching 14- to 18-inch chain.

https://www.livingsocial.com/deals/

 

 

9 Good Signs You’re in the Right Relationship

http://www.marcandangel.com/2014/02/12/9-good-signs

 

 

Autism Movement Therapy and Dance Instruction

Fridays at 10am

Your first class is free! A 45-60 min Creative Dance class for kids on and off the Autism Spectrum, Autism Movement Therapy is designed for students with autism (and their friends) Held at Miss Melodee Studios, 18729 Ventura Blvd. in Tarzana for ages 3 and up. Do you have an older child with autism? Need a private or semi-private class? Contact Elizabeth Rose Chacon, Dance Instructor and Certified Autism Movement Therapy Provider at ewizabeph@yahoo.com.

 

 

Frozen Sing-A-Long Parties for Your Princess Event – Other Princesses Available Too.

Frozen Sing-A-Long Parties are now available to make your little one’s party a magical memory she will never forget. Beverly Hills Princess proudly offers the most beautiful and realistic award-winning Princesses in all of SoCal. Also offering other favorite Princesses, with great rates and tons of fun activities (makeovers, balloons, games, etc.).

www.beverlyhillsprincess.net

 

 

Your Jr. Chef can make Maple Oatmeal Princess Coffee Cake

It’s a moist, tender decadent cake with a somewhat gooey coconut pecan topping. Recipe uses 8×8″ baking pan and can be doubled to bake in a 9×13″ pan. Cream butter/brown sugar and mix in egg, maple syrup, vanilla extract, soaked rolled oats and flour/baking soda/baking powder/salt/freshly grated nutmeg mixture. Bake. Over hot cake, pour/spread topping mixture of butter/maple syrup/sour cream/vanilla/sweetened shredded coconut/chopped toasted pecans. Cool completely. Comments say ok to use unsweetened coconut, reduce sweeteners (especially in the topping), sub cardamom for nutmeg, serve small pieces. Parental supervision.

http://food52.com/recipes/17101-maple-oatmeal-princess-coffee-cake

 

 

Do You Ever Get Sudden Pain?

If you have low back pain, neck pain, knee pain, headaches or stress, try the BodyMap method. Clients are walking with less pain throughout their day not just during the session. Some have no more pain at all. 5 FREE Body Map sessions to the first 5 people to contact. One session will show if it works for you – no neck cracking or agitation of pressure points. Email servando.domi@gmai.com.

 

 

Sherman Oaks Friends of the Library Used Book Sale

March 8th from 10am0in

Great used book sale at the Sherman Oaks Library to benefit our very own local library. Select from children’s books, classics, fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, CD’s and DVD’s. Most books $1 or less, big selection of children’s books! Sponsored by Friends of the Library. They also take donations of books, CD’s, DVD’s and VHS tapes. Bring them to the sale or the library during business hours. A receipt will be provided.

http://www.lapl.org/branches/sherman-oaks

 

 

A blog about family life and other lovely things

It also provide reviews and opportunities for readers to win awesome products!

www.vivaveltoro.com

 

 

Unique Musical Entertainment – Rebecca Strawberry

20% discount if you mention Jen’s List. Trained vocalist provides custom musical programs to entertain your children at birthday parties and special events. A professional singer-songwriter performs with live acoustic guitar and ukulele music. Face Painting available with some packages.

www.rebeccastrawberry.com

 

 

Harassed? Discriminated? Unpaid wages? Fierce Litigator Devoted to Protecting Employment Rights

If someone you know is not being paid for overtime, meal or rest breaks or being discriminated or denied a leave of absence because of a pregnancy, medical condition, age, race or religion, call the Law Offices of Varouj Arabian, APC, for a free consultation. Since 2006, Mr. Arabian has ceaselessly served the community in the area of employment law with fierce dedication. Protect your rights.

(818) 500-0477

www.lawarabian.com

 

 

50% OFF Private Swim Lessons at Your Pool or in Salt Water Pool!

Since 2002, Head Above Water has taught thousands of children to swim and is offering 50% off your first swim lesson. Swim instructors will come to your pool or they have 12 heated private pool locations including pools in Toluca Lake (salt water), South Pasadena, Sherman Oaks, Westwood, West LA, Santa Monica, and MORE! For a full list of locations go to website or call 310-867-9282. Offer is for new clients only, expires 04/01/14.

www.headabovewater.net

 

 

March Annual Sales

TYPICAL ANNUAL SALES: Winter clothes are often on close-out. There may be promotions for spring fashions along with some warm weather goods such as camping and gardening.

MAJOR PURCHASES TYPICALLY ON SALE: Laundry appliances.

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES: artichokes, avocados, bananas, beans (green & wax), broccoli, cabbage, celery, endive, grapefruit, nectarines, pineapples, onions (bermuda), oranges, rutabagas, spinach NOTE: With some produce now available all during the year, many people have forgotten when fruits and vegetables are really fresh. Buying in season means that these items are often cheaper, fresher, taste better and that money may be going to local farmers.

 

 

Woodland Hills Welcomes the Wax Shop

The Wax Shop specializes in natural, holistic facials and hair removal by certified, trained experts using a more comfortable organic wax. Clients are never revealed and get privacy in their new, affordable Woodland Hills location. Manscaping is trending because women want a clean look and men want be well groomed at the pool, beach or in the bedroom.

www.thewaxshop.com

 

 

The Wizard of Oz Summer Musical Theatre Workshop

June 30-July 25 presented by Broadway Kids LA. The Children’s Summer Musical Theatre Workshop will include acting, singing, and dancing for children ages 6-13. Children will design and make props, sets, scenery, and costumes. The Workshop will culminate with a musical revue of The Wizard of Oz. For further information, contact BroadwayKidsLA@gmail.com or call 310-617-4154.

 

 

Your Fridge: You’re Using It Wrong

Covers foods that need ripening before refrigerating, those that go right into the fridge from the carry bag, those that shouldn’t go into the fridge at all, lemons, more.

http://food-hacks.wonderhowto.com/how-to/your-fridge-youre-using-wrong-0151244/

 

 

Piano Lessons for Ages 4 – 104

With only 15 minutes a day, play 8 to 10 great-sounding classical, blues and contemporary songs, hands together, in just 3 months! The Australian Simply Music method guarantees to have you playing immediately. They immerse students in playing first then reading. This non-traditional approach will have you experiencing playing as a perfectly natural self-expression, literally from your first lesson. Come to a free Intro with Conejo Valley’s most experienced teacher.

www.pianoplace.net

 

 

10 vegetables and herbs you can eat once and regrow forever

Really.  Show your kids kitchen gardening at its best. Most plants grow inside to get the roots going then go outside for sun/development; some go directly into the ground (containers okay for most). Garlic. Basil. Scallions. Romaine. Bok choy. Onions. Ginger. Onions. Cilantro. More. Comments discuss celery, pineapple (a bromeliad), avocado, lemon grass, organic vs. non-organics’ ability to sprout, horseradish root, herb storage, more.

http://food-hacks.wonderhowto.com/how-to/10-vegetables-herbs-you-can-eat-once-and-regrow-forever-0150343/

Suggestion for a higher level of success regrowing vegetables/herbs: find more detailed info on growing/sprouting/planting the herb/vegetable of your choice.

http://www.pinterest.com/angelswhiskers/food-plants-you-can-regrow-from-kitchen-scraps/

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Before You Ever Buy Bread Again…Read This!

And Find The Healthiest Bread On The Market.

http://foodbabe.com/2014/02/24/healthiest-bread-on-the-market/

 

 

HypnoMothering….Coming Soon to the South Bay!

Classes begin in March. Mothering can be a challenge – sleep deprivation, developing your maternal instincts, dealing with others who “know it all”, bonding with your baby…Learn techniques for parenting with gentle, calm awareness! HypnoMothering is a beautiful approach to parenting. Separate classes are offered for pregnant moms and moms whose babies are already here. For more information, contact Johanna Nagel-Kim at johanna@labirthbliss.com or (310) 528-2784.

www.labirthbliss.com

 

 

Beautiful and Luxurious Minky Blankets in All Sizes from Baby Blankets to King Size

Looking for the perfect baby shower gift? Or even a gift for anyone in the family? Cozy Everly After offers the highest quality Minky and Faux fur blankets. Blankets come in all sizes from tiny crib blankets to king or CAL King bedspreads. Beautiful swirl and faux mink Minky on all blankets. All custom orders for colors and sizes are accepted as well.

www.cozyeverlyafter.etsy.com

 

 

Spring Felt Friends- Hand Sewing Workshop in Tarzana

Saturday, March 8th & 15th from 1-3pm

Design and hand sew your own adorable spring creature. No sewing experience is necessary. Join for 1 day or both. Age 7 & up. $30/ per day- all materials provided. Reserve your space in advance. Classes held at 18356 Oxnard St. #6 in Tarzana. Call 818-774-0775 for more information.

www.ViridianArtAcademy.com

 

 

Looking for an Experienced, Friendly, Easy-to-Understand Math Tutor?

George Carson is a student from Cal Poly Pomona graduating with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has been tutoring for a few years now and has worked with students from a range of ages, backgrounds, and needs. Whether you are looking for someone to tutor your elementary school student or are in college, he is confident that he can help you succeed and improve scores in Mathematics.

gcarson15@yahoo.com

 

 

Frida Kahlo, Her Photos Comes to Long Beach

March 15th-June 8th

MOLAA celebrates the opening of its newest exhibition, Frida Kahlo, Her Photos, with a Frida-inspired weekend of activities. The weekend is kicked off with the exhibition opening party on Saturday, March 15th at 7pm. Be among the first to see the exhibition and enjoy an evening of food and performances by Quetzal and Metralleta de Oro! Frida-inspired attire is welcome. On Sunday, March 16th, celebrate Frida and Women’s History Month at the Fridamania Festival!

http://www.molaa.com/index.aspx

 

 

Time to Take Care of You!

Stress comes in a variety of noxious forms: tightness in your body, irritability, mood swings. It affects everyone in a different ways. Anxiety is the physiological reaction to stress, with the primary mission of avoiding it. Identify your sources of stress & incorporate mind-body practices to minimize disruption to your everyday life. Tina Dahlenburg, M.S., MFT is offering a complimentary consultation in the benefits of mindfulness in your everyday life. Call 818-970-751 or visit www.tinadahlenburg.com.

 

 

Are You Looking for a Variety of Fitness Classes for All Levels?

Session starts Thursday, February 13th from 8:30-9:30pm for 8 weeks

Classes held at 7353 Valley Circle Blvd. in West Hills, 91304

Call for details (818) 346-0811.

http://www.stsonline.org

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