Winter Fun With In-Home Music Lessons
Have your kids been wanting to learn an instrument but you weren’t sure if they would like it (or you don’t know how to begin)? Mention Jens List & get your 1st lesson free ($100 value)! If you are ready to move forward, you will also get 10% off your 1stlesson package. All Play Music provides high end, in-home lessons for guitar, piano, drums, voice and bass. Their certified instructors make each lesson fun & engaging while the students learn their favorite songs. The program provides goal setting, achievement levels and performances. Prices range from $280-$550 per month and enrollment is limited to ensure the highest quality of service. Call (310) 745-4007 for more info and to reserve your slot. Go to www.allplaymusic.com to learn more!
Today in History
Cuckoo dancing week
http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=403
Step in a Puddle and Splash Your Friend’s Day
American League baseball adopts the “Designated Hitter” rule (1973)
www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Tri-school Poker Night
Chaparral, Bay Laurel and Round Meadow Elementary schools will be hosting this joint fundraiser on February 6th at 6pm at Calabasas Country Club. The entire community is invited to join the fun, compete for prize money, bragging rights and a championship trophy! Dinner starts at 5pm and the poker starts at 6pm. Advance registration is $150 and includes dinner and one free rebuy. Tickets will also be sold at the door. Advance online registration at www.trischoolpokernight.eventzilla.net or for more information, contact bablanken@gmail.com.
Urgent need to find Foster family for two adorable labs
Current owner lives moved to an apartment complex that does not allow dogs. He is looking for a family that would be interested in fostering the dogs until he can find a place to keep them. He would assist with food and visit and exercise the dogs regularly. Boarding them is not an option right now. They are neutered, up to date with their shots and love children. Please email andrewmckaige@hotmail.com ASAP.
Round Meadow Elementary is now distributing registration packets for the 2014-15 school year
If you are interested having your child attend RM in the LVUSD for Journeys or Kindergarten, please come by the main office to pick up a packet. Journeys and Kindergarten packets will be accepted beginning February 5th and Grades 1st-5th packets will be accepted beginning February 12th. If you have friends or family that are considering RM for the fall, please have them contact the office ASAP so that they can do their best to plan for the 2014-15 school year. If you need to complete a school-of-choice or inter-district permit, you can do so now at http://www.lvusd.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=342&Itemid=375.
Your Personal Insurance Needs a Personal Touch
Is your insurance agent able to shop 15 different companies for you like a personal shopper? Everyone has different needs to why limit yourself to one “store”? Let Sara Cohen do the shopping for you. Her goal is not only to save you money, but to improve your coverage’s and help educate you on what you really need! Don’t get in the habit of just paying your bills because they arrive in your mailbox…pay the right amount for those things that you work so hard to own! Sara offers a free, no-obligation review of your Auto, Home, Condo/Renters, Earthquake and Umbrella policies and has been in the business for 16 years. Email saracohenins@gmail.com or call 818-416-7987. She is terrific to work with! CA License #0D46359.
www.saracoheninsurance.com
Handmade Goods Vendors Wanted For the Pacific Palisades Woman’s Club Tag Sale & Handmade Arcade
February 7th & 8th
Currently seeking select vendors with unique handmade and homemade products for the upcoming Tag Sale and Handmade Arcade. The table fee is $25, with a portion of sales donated to the Pacific Palisades Woman’s Club. This is an annual community-based event that draws hundreds of people, and is a great way to gain exposure while selling your merchandise. Call (310) 454-9012, and ask to speak with Mimi.
http://theppwc.org/events/
Let’s Play Football
The story of a papa bear, his young cub, their passion for one sport – Football, and their favorite team – the Bears. Follow this father-son journey that takes them from Training Camp through Game Day as they learn together the rules of the sport and the culture of the game. Join narrators Ron Jaworski and Merrill Reese on an interactive adventure and take a front-row seat at Bears’ Stadium as the Bears go head-to-head with the Lions for bragging rights of the Animal Football League. Stunning illustrations, educational technology, adorable characters and a great story; this book-app is designed to teach kids (and parents) the basics of Football in a fun and interactive way.
http://letsplay-football.com/#1
Looking for a part time preschool Music Teacher in Calabasas and part time preschool French teacher at the Montessori of Malibu Canyon
Email ghaffariPhd@yahoo.com or call Ms. Karen at (818) 880-0555 for more info.
Got bling?
Here are some jewelry storage ideas.
http://coolmompicks.com/blog/2014/01/05/jewelry-storage-ideas-diy-vintage-more/
Prestique Academy of Innovation and Technology Prospective Parent Open House
Tues., Jan. 14th at 6pm
Recognizing the unique genius in every child! They built the school with the square pegs in mind. They invite parents of children TK-5th grade to their OPEN HOUSE and learn more about this unique school. A place where kids can flourish and grow and not be marginalized. They offer a nurturing school environment, individualized and personalized attention for each student, curriculum developed around the students’ interests, and a small class size 12 to 1. Call 818-456-4691 to learn more!
www.prestiqueacademy.com
Second Sunday Concert Series: Sing with Luis
Jan 12th at 3pm
With rock, reggae, ska folk and a rainbow of styles from Latin America including cumbia folk and bossa nova, Peruvian Native Luis will sing songs that dance from one language to another!
www.zimmermuseum.org
LEGO® minifigures inspired by the iconic television series, THE SIMPSONS
http://www.comicbookmovie.com/other_news/news/?a=92631#zEfOHRoComz1Sdaw.99
No Problem Mac
They come direct to your home or business providing fast, friendly support, service, and training for all ages and all levels of experience. They will speed up your Mac, get your printer working or make sure you get wireless internet throughout your house. Visit http://www.noproblemmac.com or read Mac Tips and Tricks blog at http://www.noproblemmac.com/blog/. Ask for references. $70 per hour. Call John at 310-621-5679. Jen’s List members get one free month of 24/7 phone support!
Next Time Your Kid Says, ‘I’m Bored,’ Be Grateful
http://shine.yahoo.com/parenting/next-time-your-kid-says—i-m-bored—be-grateful-202955574.html
Jewish Women’s Theatre Home Salons Presents Hold Me, Heal Me
Sunday, January 12th at 6:30pm in the South Bay
Wednesday, January 15th at 6:30pm & 8:30 pm in the SF Valley
Kindness comforts us even in our most broken moments. This show is about vulnerability and strength in the face of adversity and calls up as many laughs as tears. Tickets are available online.
www.jewishwomentheatre.org
5 Tips for Helping Kids Cope with Nighttime Anxiety
http://www.everydayfamily.com/blog/tips-for-helping-kids-cope-with-nighttime-anxiety/
First Drop Off Date for March Agoura High School Garage Sale
Saturday, January 11th from 9am-1pm in the faculty parking lot
January 11th is the first drop off day for the garage sale. It’s a great time to clean out all those things you don’t want and have been dying to get rid of. Any questions or if you have any big items that need pick up, contact ahsgradnite2014@yahoo.com and they will pass your message along!
Why Triple Cream Cheeses Are Less Fattening Than You Think The Cheesemonger
http://www.thekitchn.com/cheese-and-fat-some-new-year-news-the-cheesemonger-198806
Are You Ready to Have a Good Year in 2014?
2013 was the year of letting go and leaving behind all that no longer served you. That’s great, but now what? This is the year to bring it back ~ in a very powerful, positive, and uplifting way! It’s time to embrace all that you are and all that you want to be. Michelle Kapture is a Reiki Master and Coach who specializes in Relationships and Life Transitions. Her Intuitive Guidance is always spot on and will give you the information you need to finally get on with it and move forward now!
www.kapturehealing.com
Pediatricians: Recess ‘Crucial’ for Kids
http://news.yahoo.com/recess-crucial-kids
Baby Boomers: Are You Ready to Make 2014 the Year You Create a Life You Love?
There is no “secret” and no creating a fantastic life without uncovering the habits that have held you back and creating and implementing positive actions to move forward. When you work with Bradley Kapture, The Aging Coach you’ll get to the bottom of relationship problems, failed diets, fizzled careers and more. This is coaching at its best. Whatever the issue is, break free of the past and work with the tools he’ll give you to create a life you love.
www.theagingcoach.com
10 Habits of Happy Couples
http://admin.alternet.org/sex-amp-relationships/10-habits-happy-couples
Want to Lose Your Christmas Muffin Top in 10 Days?
Join Lorena with Amanda Daley from Fuel Urban Wellness in the 2nd round of the Driven Woman’s Detox. In just 10 days you can jump-start your health and head back to work looking fab and feeling fine! Visit www.facebook.com/holisticlivingwithlorena and click on the link to Driven Woman’s 10 detox, you can do it from your desk.
Court rules YELP must ID negative reviewers; no constitutional protection
http://m.washingtontimes.com/news/2014/jan/8/court-rules-yelp-website-must-identify-seven-negat/
Fit4Mom: New Ownership
In celebrating the new ownership of Fit4Mom in the Conejo Valley come to a Grand Opening FREE CLASS, January 15th at 9am at Triunfo Park (980 Aranmoor Ave,Thousand Oaks). The Stroller Strides class will be followed by a FREE soccer kids-class lead by SUPER SOCCER STARS while ELEMENTS will be there giving mini massages. The first 25 moms to arrive will receive a goody bag. Our raffle prizes include GIFT CARDS to restaurants, GYMBOREE sessions, MASSAGE certificates, PHOTOGRAPHY sessions, shoes by ROADRUNNER SPORTS, LORNA JANE Outfit, Jewelry, a Stay at a luxury MAMMOTH CONDO and many more. FIT4MOM is the country’s largest fitness program for moms offering pre and post-natal fitness classes for every stage of motherhood.
www.conejo.fit4mom.com
More Students Subsidize Classmates’ Tuition
http://m.us.wsj.com/article_email/
Need Video for Your Upcoming Event?
Video Services Un-Limited can preserve the memories of your special day forever. They were voted #1 videographer in LA on LA Hotlist! They have been in business over 30 years; are fully licensed/insured. They are Bar Mitzvah and wedding parents themselves and know what you are experiencing. Visit www.videoyou.com to see samples of their work. Call Maury or Elana at (818) 727-7746 for more information and to ask about the Jen’s List special, transferring your home videos to DVD.
Avocado with lunch may help with weight management
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/
Is it time to dive into a few Whole Wheat Pasta dishes?
Dozen-plus recipes include –
pasta types: rigatoni, spaghetti, linguine, orecchiette (ears), lasagna, orzo (rice-shaped), penne, angel hair, elbows
meats used: sausage, chorizo, shrimp, prosciutto, ground chicken, ground turkey, anchovy, ground beef, clams
vegetables used: peppers, spinach, mushrooms, kale, bitter greens, fresh peas, radishes, Brussels sprouts, sun-dried tomatoes, cabbage, green beans, cauliflower, zucchini, parsley, asparagus, chard, artichoke hearts, broccoli, Edamame, arugula, caramelized onions, button mushrooms, canned tomatoes, bell pepper
cheeses: goat cheese, pecorino, mozzarella, Parmesan
extras: pumpkin seeds (pepitas), pestos, Greek yogurt, brown butter, hazelnuts, olives, pistachios, pears, grated egg, pine nuts, lemon, tomato paste, dried porcinis, basil, garlic
http://www.buzzfeed.com/emofly/whole-wheat-pasta-recipes
Easy and fun Taco Pasta.
http://www.thetalkingkitchen.com/taco-pasta/
Easy and delicious Whole Wheat Mac ‘n’ Cheese.
http://feastonthecheap.net/easy-whole-wheat-mac-n-cheese/
Easy vegetarian Squash, Kale, Caramelized Onion Penne with Cheese
http://www.thefooddocs.com/autumn-pasta/
Do You Want Amazing Energy That Lasts All Day – Without Overloading On Sugar & Caffeine?
If you want a solution to your weight loss goals and also want natural energy that lasts and lasts, this 10 Day Sugar Cleanse is perfect for you! You will receive daily emails on how to: clean out your pantry, read labels so you discover how sugar is hidden in food, try new recipes that are sweet, but still good for you, and much more! You will also have a free consultation with me so that we can discover what is truly driving your sugar cravings. This cleanse is $25 until January 15th.
www.christinatanios.com/kick-your-sugar-habit-now/