Center for Eating Recovery – Teen & Adult Healthy Eating Courses in Agoura Hills
In 2014, the diet industry will fail you again. It will offer plenty of advice about what to eat but leave you unprepared for the battle against cravings, food addiction and emotional eating habits. Hunger Balance is an 8-week course that removes psychological barriers to healthy eating. Change your mind to transform your relationship with food. Teen & adult courses registering now. Free parent meeting on Jan 16th. Taught by a licensed psychotherapist specializing in eating and body image.
www.centerforeatingrecovery.com
Today in History
Balloon ascension day
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=401
Play God Day
The United Nations opens it’s headquarters in New York City.
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Nanny, Housekeeper, Babysitter Leads
http://jenslist.com/2014/01/08/los-angeles-nanny-leads-housekeeper-babysitter-list-dec-21-jan-7/
Great Martial Arts Lessons for Children and Your Family
Martial Arts Teacher Fariborz Azhakh of Team Karate Centers in Woodland Hills, has been teaching in WH for 30 yrs. His school engages in honest business practices, with an emphasis on transparency, and sane, equitable, and sustainable policies, pricing, and procedures. He teaches & practices smart fitness, solid emotional health, family unity, and the practice of “self-defense” that includes healthy eating, bully prevention education, anger management, and countless lessons in team building, overcoming obstacles, and developing compassion and respect for self and others. All of my kids love it! He is offering Jen’s List members a week of lessons at for FREE. Email Azhakh@gmail.com or call 818-704-0606.
www.teamkaratecenters.com
New birth center in South Pasadena
Del Mar Birth Center, Women’s Health and Midwifery Care. Certified Nurse Midwives providing annual exams, pap smears, breast exams, birth control, in addition to prenatal, labor and delivery, and postpartum care. Private birth suites designed for complete relaxation, outfitted with birth tubs, showers, private bathrooms, individualized climate control, and iPod docking stations. A safe and supportive environment for women giving birth. Water birth and VBAC options available.
www.delmarbirthcenter.com
Caterpillar Cottage Preschool Open House
Saturday, January 25th from 10-11am
Come for a fun preschool tour and play day at Caterpillar Cottage! The Director and Teachers will be here to talk about this wonderful child-centered preschool community. RSVP to heather@caterpillarcottage.com .
www.caterpillarcottage.com
Start off the year right! GWAY Fitness is offering a great WINTER SHAPE UP PACKAGE this January
G-Way Fitness offers lots of great classes with fantastic instructors including ZUMBA, BOOTCAMP & CARDIO KICKBOXING. All fitness levels welcomed. In January we are offering a package of 10 classes for $60 or a month of unlimited classes for $80. So, instead of settling for an average instructor, come and take fantastic classes with our great and accomplished instructors. For new clients only. Mention Jens List! Located next to THE LITTLE GYM on Ventura & Woodlake.
www.gwayfitness.com
Suggestions for adding flavor to season favorite nutrient-dense foods without added calories or sodium
Gives savory, spicy, sweet options. From Whole Foods.
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/healthy-eating/add-flavor-naturally
Two tickets to the Hollywood, Red Carpet Premier of “The Nut Job”
Do you love Go Go squeeZ? Would you love to attend the red carpet premier of “The Nut Job” starring Will Arnett and Katherine Heigl? The premier is this Saturday, January 11th at 10:30am at LA Live. Go Go squeeZ is proud to be a part of the premier of this action-packed comedy in fictional Oakton that follows the travails of Surly (voiced by Will Arnett), a mischievous squirrel, and his rat friend Buddy, who plan a nut store heist of outrageous proportions and unwittingly find themselves embroiled in a much more complicated and hilarious adventure.
To enter to win the tickets, send an email to limorgallo@gmail.com and tell why you love Go Go squeeZ by today, January 9th!
Green & Eco-Friendly Products
For Your Home Looking to convert your home to being more green and Eco-friendly? Or are you using green products that just aren’t doing their job? Contact Lindsey. She has been helping families go GREEN just by switching stores and using better and safer products. There’s a great promotion and incentive for shopping in the month of January. There’s also a chance to earn some money purely by referring friends to shop with you. Go green! Email lindseyeskin@me.com so she can help you.
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish School Open House
Sunday, January 26th from 10am-Noon
Explore the difference that Catholic education makes. As an outstanding center of life and learning, Our Lady of Lourdes School educates, nurtures and supports students according to Catholic principles of charity, service, and love of neighbor. For more information, contact bmilone@ollnr.org.
18437 Superior St. in Northridge 91326
http://our-lady-of-lourdes-school.org/
Living with anxiety, searching for joy
http://www.cnn.com/2014/01/08/living/anxiety-coping/index.html?sr=fb010814anxietykat11a
Plush Beauty Bar for Moms Announces the Plush Wax Pass for 6 Months of Unlimited Waxing
Plush Beauty Bar is featuring the Plush Wax Pass for unlimited waxing for six months. Just buy your pass in January and enjoy as many touch-ups as you need for 180 days. Only available through Jan 31st. Plush Beauty Bar features a children’s play area, non-toxic services, hygienic services with the highest standards, and great pricing – $19 manicures and $49 Brazilians every day. Mention you are a Jen’s List reader and get $10 off your first service at Plush!
www.plushbeautybar.com
Sonic plans to make its drive-ins a common sight in Southland
http://touch.latimes.com/#story/la-fi-sonic-socal-expansion-20140107/
Toddler Play & Learn Class in Oak Park
Mondays 9:30-11am
Four weeks of interactive, fun, educational classes for you and your 18 to 30 month-old child. Each class will include playtime, art, circle, and discussion of effective parenting skills, toddler issues and development. Led by Sara Daniel, MS, LMFT. With a background in child development and infant mental health, Sara focuses on supporting healthy development and secure relationships between young children and their parents and caregivers. $90 per 6-week session.
(818) 707-7742
10 Things Parents of Athletes Need to Know
http://www.ooph.com/ooph-lists/10-things-parents-of-athletes-need-to-know/
Resolve to Get in Shape with a Free Season of Moms In Motion Los Angeles
Looking for a chance to get in shape, meet new friends and workout buddies, and take a break from the kids for a few hours? Grab a friend and join Moms In Motion LA this winter and get two season memberships for the price of one (valued at $150). Fitness teams meet on Saturdays in Griffith Park and Balboa Park and will train for the Great Race of Agoura 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon on March 22nd. Winter season begins on Saturday, January 11th.
www.momsinmotionla.com
The truth behind baby carrots
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2014/01/07/truth-behind-baby-carrots/
Constructor Lead
Referred by Jens List member MartinDarwin14@gmail.com
Stop looking for looking for a dependable, hard working contractor that does wonderful work. “I wanted an outdoor entertainment / fire pit patio put in my back yard before the first of the year for a New Year’s party, and called several contractors since I didn’t allow much time. I remembered a Jens List reference and called Bryson, the owner of Chamberlain Constructors. Not only was the job completed on time, if turned out better than expected. I highly recommend them.”
www.chamberlainconstructors.com
20 Things You (Probably) didn’t know about Back To The Future III
http://m.shortlist.com/entertainment/films/20-things-you-(probably)-didnt-know-about-back-to-the-future-iii
Mark Your Calendar for the Upcoming Pacific Palisades Woman’s Club Annual Tag Sale & Handmade Arcade
Friday, February 7th from 4-7pm
Saturday, February 8th at 9am
You’ll find vintage antiques, furniture, vases, candlesticks, book ends, lamps, silver, china, crystal, linens, cut glass, clocks, paintings, art books, sculpture, stone garden pieces, vintage toys, handbags, designer clothing, jewelry, scarves, clocks, trinkets, decorative art pieces, ceramics, planters, carafes, and more! In addition, we now have a Handmade Arcade that gives local, independent crafters an opportunity to show and sell their wares.
www.theppwc.org/events/
Rock-n-Roll Kids Photography Hits Los Angeles
Sarah Sloboda, rock-n-roll kids photographer of New York fame, is spending the winter in Santa Monica this year! Get photos that will make your kids look amazing – not cheesy or cutesy, or otherwise lame. But like the mini rockstar they really are! Her work has been published in lots of places, and a shoot with her is like a little adventure. Visit http://sarahsloboda.com to learn more, and email rsvp@sarahsloboda.com to book your session.
Is one of your resolutions to lose weight?
It’s time to get a nutritionist! A new year, a new start! We have all made resolutions to lose weight, eat healthier, exercise…but a few weeks go by and we go back to our old ways…Let Allya Orlov help you stay on track! Working with a health coach will significantly increase your ability to reach your goals!
310-612-2787
www.OrganicLifeWellness.com
The Best Credit Cards for Miles and Points Beginners
http://themilesprofessor.com/2013/11/09/miles-points-beginners-best-credit-cards/
Seeking Vendors
TCC’s 2nd Annual Topanga’s Craft Boutique – Hearts and Crafts Fair – on Saturday February 8th from 10am-4pm. It will be a day of great handcrafted goods! They are ONLY seeking handcrafted goods/ services. They will have music, food, baked goods, a raffle, and many great crafts & art. For details contact Kelly Meehan at kellyintopanga@gmail.com.
Topanga Community House
1440 North Topanga Canyon Blvd.
Venice Arts FREE Youth Workshops in Photography, Filmmaking, Comics, Animation, and More
February 8th-May 3rd
Venice Arts offers beginning to advanced youth art workshops for youth ages 8-18. FREE for low income families. Paying families may also participate. In person registration will take place at Venice Arts Gallery 1702 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, 90291. Appointments are required! Email info@venice-arts.org or call 310-392-0846 to schedule an appointment.
http://www.venicearts.org/index.php?view=section&id=7915
10 Most Common Causes of Divorce
http://m.positivemed.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fpositivemed.com%2F2013%2F09%2F08%2Fcommon-causes-divorce%2F
Good Life Academy Support Group
This is a support group for women who would like to learn how to let go of excess weight (and other things), attain their healthy weight, and then maintain it. The group will be guided by Hayuta Cohen, an RN, Hypnotherapist, and Transformation Coach. Hayuta’s years of experience and unique methods have helped many reach their goals. 15 weekly, 1.5 hour meetings for 3 months. $450 if registered and paid before the first meeting. $550 after that.
www.goodlifeacademy.net
100 Most Influential People in Health and Fitness
http://greatist.com/health/most-influential-health-fitness-people
Having Trouble Getting a Job?
Are you talented and tenacious, but having a really tough time? Zip Intro Video is selecting individuals to help land a job. What you’ll win: Career counseling session, professionally created, powerful resume, cover letter and Zip Intro Video about what makes you a great fit, and help landing a great job. Tell your story in a short Zip Intro video created for free on www.zipintro.com, by January 19th, and you may be one of their lucky winners! Email a link to your video to caryl@zipintro.com or to linda@lrmarketingconsulting.com.
10 Things You Don’t Need For Baby
http://www.scarymommy.com/10-things-you-really-dont-need-for-baby/