Explore the World’s Largest Ocean
for Half-Off
With more than 11,000 ocean animals representing nearly 500 species, the Aquarium of the Pacific celebrates the planet’s largest and most diverse body of water: the Pacific Ocean. This world-class aquarium features a wide array of hands-on activities, live and video presentations, and much more. Check out the BP Sea Otter Habitat — modeled after their natural habitat — and meet the otters. Visit the Molina Animal Care Center to watch the animals as they are cared for. And now you can get up close with more than a dozen Magellanic penguins above and below the water in the new June Keyes Penguin Habitat.
Goldstar.com/Aquarium
Today in History
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Trivia Day
World Braille day
Earth at Perhelion Day
Spaghetti Day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=396
Sierra Canyon Lower School Campus Preview for Prospective Students Entering Early Kindergarten-6th Grade
Sat., Jan. 11th at 10am
Meet the Administration, Faculty, current students and parents & experience what a Sierra Canyon education is all about. There will be grade level presentations, activities for children, and a light lunch. NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FALL 2014! Sierra Canyon is an independent, non-sectarian, college preparatory school nestled on 17 picturesque acres in the northeast corner of the SFV. Located near the 118/405 Freeways, Sierra Canyon is an easy reverse commute from most directions & attracts families from over 75 zip codes. Fostering a Community of Excellence! Call 818-8852-8121 to RSVP.
11052 Independence Ave. in Chatsworth, 91311
www.sierracanyonschool.org
The Pump Station & Nurtury is now offering private sleep consultations for parents looking for support & guidance in establishing good sleep habits for their children
Dr. Jill Campbell, our staff psychologist, will conduct a comprehensive sleep assessment & customize a sleep plan designed especially for your needs. Consultations provided in store, at your home or over the phone.
http://bit.ly/JwX9e3
Start a Business In Any State with CorpNet.com
Incorporate Your Business or Form an LLC(Corporations–LLC’s–DBA’s-Non Profits)
Starting From $49 Plus State Fees – As Featured on KTLA, Fox News and Fox Business! Loved by their clients: http://bit.ly/11TB6kz. RECEIVE 10% OFF – Mention or Enter Promo Code: JLEV. Call 1-888-449-2638 or Email info@corpnet.com with any questions. Thinking of Starting a Business? Watch their very own CEO’s success story and get inspired at http://bit.ly/ZV0FSG. GET STARTED NOW! CorpNet is not a law firm, but their experts can help you Incorporate a business quickly and affordably!
www.CorpNet.com
Use Hypnosis to Lose Weight and Take Control – Free Workshop – “Shift into Your Slim Dream Life” Class
Wed., Jan. 8th at the Sherman Oaks Galleria from 10-11:30am or Sun., Jan. 12th at the Westside Pavilion from 4-530pm
Sophia B. lost 40 lbs.: “The hypnosis gave me the tools to create healthy habits resulting in an easy weight release.”
Amy L.: “It’s great to lose weight sanely despite the hectic mess that ‘is life’ with kids.”
Hypnotherapist/weight expert Rita Black has helped:
-Stop sabotaging their weight loss
-End out of control and emotional eating
-Gain freedom, confidence and achieve their ideal weight without dieting
Private & Group Sessions – Jen’s List members get $50 off. Call 1-877-221-7251 for a free phone consult.
Sign up www.shiftweightmastery.com – click FREE WORKSHOP.
9 Home Uses for Baking Soda
http://moms.popsugar.com/How-Clean-Baking-Soda
Ride And Make A Difference For The Division Of Neurosurgery at CHLA
Saturday, February 1st from 7-8am
Register with your email address to attend this event.
SoulCycle – Santa Monica
120 Wilshire Blvd. in Santa Monica, 90401
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ride-and-make-a-difference
If I Had Known…
http://www.scarymommy.com/if-i-had-known/
Whole Foods Healthy Eating Handbook
PDF to bookmark. Includes chart for cooking 5 whole grains (ratio of liquid, time to cook, seasoning options), smoothie combo options, ethnic herbs/spices for fruits/veges (Italian, Thai, Mexican, Moroccan, Asian, Greek, Indian), DIY salad dressing options (tart, creamy, salty, sweet, seasoning), bean cooking times (adzuki, black, black-eyed peas, cannellini, chickpeas, pinto, kidney), so much more.
http://wholefoodsmarket.com/sites/
Janein Chavez, MA, MFTi. Compassionate, Bilingual Psychotherapist
New private practice in the Atwater/Los Feliz area of LA. Janein is bilingual in Spanish, offers low-fee counseling, has availability on Sundays and early morning weekday hours. Enjoys working with young adult and adult women. Areas of focus- trauma, grief, loss, life transitions, depression, anxiety and stress. Holistic/mindful approach- from family, to diet, to lifestyle, to food/body awareness, and spirituality. Individuals, families, youth, 0-3year olds, couples. Culturally sensitive.
www.ahealingray.com
The 30 Most Important Rainbow Loom Accomplishments Of 2013
http://www.buzzfeed.com/alannaokun/most-important-rainbow-loom-accomplishments-of-2013?s=mobile
Your Jr. Chef can make vegan Spaghetti alla Foriana
Cooked pasta is dressed with Foriana ‘sauce’ (walnuts, pine nuts, garlic, oregano, raisins, s&p, olive oil pulsed to fine chop in food processor then cooked for 5 min; sauce can be stuffed into pork chops, stirred into seafood stew, spooned onto bruschetta). Grated cheese optional. Parental supervision. Comments rave.
http://food52.com/recipes/19102-edward-giobbi-s-spaghetti-alla-foriana
M.O. Artist Agency is currently seeking kids 4 years to legal 18 and pregnant mom and newborns
M.O. Artist Agency represents Infants through Young Adults for Print, Commercial & Theatrical representation. Email: Talent’s name & age in the subject line. One email per child, DOB, height, weight, clothing sizes, contact name and send 3 current photos, that have been taken within the last month. If you have professional images, that’s fine, just take a couple snap shots. Images need to be free of animals, other people, make up, food on the face etc. Do not double submit, do not call.
www.moartistagency.com
‘Juicepresso’ CEO Touts Lifestyle Benefits From Juicing
http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2014/01/01/juicepresso-ceo-touts-lifestyle-benefits-from-juicing/
Free Sports class for children ages 3-5
Thursday’s from 1:30-2:30pm
Call or text 808.778.3929 for more information!
http://www.yelp.com/biz/vgaines-coaching-beverly-hills
www.vgaines.com
Lewis & Bark- The Westside’s Premiere Dog Walking Company
At Lewis & Bark they believe a tired dog is a happy dog. That is why they offer daily group hikes, dog park trips, and individual walks. They also offer boarding and house sitting. The staff is bonded and insured, professional, and best of all – LOVE their job! You can feel confident knowing that your dog is being exercised, socialized, and loved when you are away. Call 310-980-2325 or email samantha@lewis-bark.com for more information or to schedule a free in home consultation.
www.Lewis-Bark.com
January Special! Get $50 off character parties by mentioning Jens List
Sirena Princess Parties is offering a limited time New Year special! Receive $50 off any package with the following characters: Princess Tiana, Sirena Mermaid, Doc McStuffins, Pocahontas, Iridessa Fairy, Izzy Pirate and Clawdeen from Monster High! The party/event can be any date, as long as you book it in January! Happy New Year!
www.SirenaPrincessParties.com
Here is an enthusiastic and passionate professional organizer to help you de-clutter your space
Living in a space which is cluttered and disorganized causes stress, frustration and anxiety. If you find yourself overwhelmed by too many papers or possessions, and spending too much time finding things, then you can help you simplify your life with seizing the space! Home spaces/Home office/Packing-Unpacking-downsizing/Personal Assistant. RATES TO FIT YOUR BUDGET – min.3 hours per session. Contact Ronit Krancberg, Professional Organizer atseizethespace@outlook.com.
www.seizethespace.weebly.com
Want to WOW your mitzvah event guests? Have All About U Montages create a high concept montage
All About U Montages is sharing an exclusive excerpt from a recent “high concept” montage and giving Jen’s List subscribers 5% off any montage package booked in January. See why their clients rave “the montage was the highlight of the entire event!”
http://www.aaumontages.com/jens-list.html
How (and why) to be the meanest mom in the world
http://m.deseretnews.com/article/865590425/How-and-why-to-be-the-meanest-mom-in-the-world.html?pg=all&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fm.facebook.com
Puppet Town at Nerdmelt Theater – A Sketch Comedy Show for Kids…with puppets
January 18th at 2pm
LA’s favorite family friendly show is back! PUPPET TOWN, a sketch comedy show for kids…with puppets! Created by Alex Fox and Rachel Lewis with guest host Parvesh Cheena (Sean Saves the World – NBC, Outsourced – NBC). Kids under 12 FREE! Puppets! Music! Sketch Comedy! Fun! With a cast of comedians from iO, Second City, Groundlings, and UCB, along with puppeteers from Broadway’s Avenue Q – it’s never ending fun in PUPPET TOWN!
www.vimeo.com/jonandeddie/puppettown
www.nerdmeltla.com
One more week of break for LAUSD: Do you need care for your child?
January 6th, 7th, 8th & 9th
Elementary school-aged children are invited to afternoon play, learning and fun at Pamper & Play Jan 6 – 9 from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. Before and after is also available. This camp combines yoga, art, lunch and independent play. Each day is centered upon a different element: earth, wind, fire or water. CAMP Weekly Rate: $195/child, $95/sibling + $20/per child, lunch & materials fee CAMP Daily Rate: $65/child+ $7 lunch & materials fee. Before and after care: $12/family. Email carole@pamperplay.com.
https://squareup.com/market/pamper-and-play/elements-camp
Expert Math Tutoring
David Schonberger has a Bachelors and Masters in Math from UC Davis and more than 16 years of teaching & tutoring experience
–He tutors all courses up through Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, and Statistics.
–Rates: $60/hr 1-on-1; $80/hr group of two; $90/hr group of three.
–All sessions at Starbucks, 6516 Platt Ave. in West Hills (Platt Village shopping center).
–Call/text 818-620-3478; email david@thescholargroup.com.
Electrician Lead
Dan Gallant Electrical Repair and Installation has been servicing the Conejo valley area for over 15 years-specializing in L.E.D. Lighting and Paddle Fans. Licensed and Insured-25 years experience. Available evenings and Saturdays. Call 818-634-4457.
Hangovers really DO get worse as we get older, and here’s why
http://m.nbcnews.com/health/hangovers-really-do-get-worse-we-get-older-heres-why-2D11820132
WORLD CITIZEN BABY infant/toddler music classes – world music for the whole family
Saturday, January 11th from 10:30am
FREE DEMO CLASS! Join beloved early childhood music educator and kindie-rocker ELLEN KENNEDY as she takes you on a musical journey around the world. Sing, dance, and bond with your children, and watch as they grow and develop through the vibrant songs and beats of our global community.
Working parents’ special!
Brazilian Yoga and Pilates
3191 Casitas Ave. Suite #112 in LA, 90039
To register, email Ellen at missellenmusic@gmail.com
www.missellenmusic.com
10 TV shows to watch in 2014
http://us.cnn.com/2014/01/02/showbiz/tv/2014-tv-shows-to-watch/index.html?sr=fb010214mustseetv10p
Is your adolescent struggling with this very confusing time in their life? Art Therapy can help.
One day up, the next day down may be the norm. But for the adolescent or teen who is struggling and for those who are attempting to provide nurturance, this instability may be just too much and professional assistance may be required. Through drawings and other media, teens have the opportunity to use a different, yet natural form of communication that can be the catalyst for change. Contact: Kristen Baird-Goldman, M.A. registered MFT intern/Art Therapist, specializing in ADHD. 310-779-4296.
www.kbgtherapy.com
When teachers favor attractive kids
http://www.cnn.com/2014/01/02/opinion/schwartz-attractiveness-teens/index.html?sr=fb010214teacherfavoring6p
Personalized Nutrition & Cardio Plan
Have you tried calorie counting/restriction, liquid diets, surgery, pills, and pre-packaged food plans, only to gain the weight back again? Have you ever wondered why some people can eat certain foods and lose weight while other people eat the same foods and gain? Would you like to eat more, exercise less, and lose weight quickly? Are you looking for a healthy way to “makeover” your body for good and change your life in the process? Let the Designer Body Makeover program be your launching pad! Email julie@profound-parenting.com for info.
http://www.designerbodyretreat.com/other-programs/personalized-nutrition-plan/