[Jen's List] Monday-April 28-done

[Jennifer Levinson]

Dancing With The Stars
It's that time again. Marissa, list member and soon-to-be new mom is still a contestant(Yeah!) on Dancing with the Stars (Monday & Tues. nights at 9:00pm on ABC) and she needs our support! A Tony-award winning actress (originated the role of Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray on Broadway), Marissa's been showing the world that you do not need to be a size 2 to have moves! She is due this summer with her first child (via surrogate - she is a cervical cancer survivor).  Lets show her our support by again voting for her tonight(you can call in your vote via the toll-free number that will flash on the screen after her performance or you can vote online (you can vote 5 times for each phone number, cell phone number and email address)! 


Peopleplatters
The greatest gift to give. They are timeless.  I love them! Think Mothers Day, Fathers Day and End of the Year Teachers Gift! Perfect for that hard to buy for person! They have SO many different things to offer now, in addition to the plates. Check out the webiste - www.peopleplatters.com - Get 15% off on all orders placed by May 30th - Use voucher code #305081025 at checkout. Also read this fabulous article, just featured in Working Mother: http://www.workingmother.com:80/web;jsessionid=7B1EE4A6AA3092A5CF94183768ABE5A5.tomcat2service=direct/1/ViewArticlePage/dlinkFullArticle&sp=1174&sp=90




Girls' Night Out! 
This Tuesday, April 29 starting at 6pm - In the courtyard at Hollywood & Highland Center, level 2, come for some pampering, fun and to see Columbia Pictures' new film Made of Honor. The fun begins at 6pm when Spa Luce is on hand to give complimentary chair massages and other activities. At 8pm enjoy a screening of Made of Honor starring Patrick Dempsey at the Mann's Chinese 6 Theatre. While you are enjoying your time, you can also enter to win fabulous prizes.


Loja Designs is closing its store front April 30th
Big closeout up to 50% off retail pricing. Sofas,Chairs,Tables, Angela Adams Rugs.....
1409 Abbot Kinney Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
310-488-9723
www.lojadesigns.com


Kids Cooking
Kids love to be in the kitchen and encouraging them to cook is a great way to build their confidence and self esteem, teach them the value of following instructions, and sharpen their reading, mathematics and listening skills. Chefmakers has fun, hands-on culinary adventures, enthusiastic and experienced staff, that will help your child uncover the secrets to cooking basics while teaching them about nutrition, dining etiquette and kitchen safety. Ages 3+. Chefmakers is also a great place for kid's parties! http://www.chefmakers.com/juniorChefs.asp
872 N. Via de la Paz
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Telephone - (310) 459-9444


Donate baby things to Daily High School's nursery
Mandy Pankowski works at a continuation high school in Glendale called Allan F. Daily High School.  At this school they have some teenage girls who are either pregnant or have already had babies.  They have a nursery on site so the girls can raise their babies and get their diplomas.  They will take anything but especially need clothes, blankets, floor toys/equipment (activity mats, exersaucers, swings, bouncy seats, etc.), nursing pillows (the girls are breastfeeding), and just about anything else you can think of.  If you live in or near Sherman Oaks, she CAN COME PICK UP YOUR DONATED ITEMS!!  You don't need to go anywhere.  Call or e-mail: (818) 653-3850 or mandypankowski at gmail.com


Nanny/Babysitter/Housekeeper Leads
Wonderful nanny/babysitter who is looking for more work.  She is an American citizen, clean driving record, excellent references, speaks fluent English and Spanish.  She will take care of any age child(ren), do light housework, prepare meals, etc.  She is a mother of three grown children, reliable, and a self-starter.  She is a gem!  She is looking for full days, Tuesday and Thursdays, and mornings until 11:00 am on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  She lives in Van Nuys and prefers to stay in the Valley.  Please contact her directly at 818.612.2448 and contact me
for a reference LCA19 at adelphia.net. 
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Maria is looking to work extra days (Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday) as a housekeeper. I highly recommend her services.  Maria takes initiative with task and performs her duties with little supervision.  I have come to know Maria on a very personal level, and I feel I can attest to the reliable, honest, moral, humble, and courteous attributes of her character. Maria has proven to be a precious resource in our household and whoever commissions her services will be completely satisfied and very fortunate.  Maria can be reached at (818) 326-9954. Thanks, gnineg9 at hotmail.com 
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Nanny looking for full time work either split between two families, or for one family.  She speaks perfect English and She drives.  Her name is Margo Merino.  She can be reached at 323-662-4304.  Her rate is $15.00/hr.  For refrences call Paul Marisky @ 323-314-0664 or 323-644-3384.  
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After 17 years, we are trying to find a loving family for our nanny, who has helped raise our bilingual children, drives and is more devoted and dependable than I would ever have imagined. Although she understands English and speaks it as well, ideally she will be able to converse with a family in Spanish. This has been perfect for our family as we wanted our children to be bilingual, like us! She will love your children like her own and help around the house, too. She hopes to find a family in the San Fernando Valley. We will provide a most excellent reference for Ester!" Contact me directly if you are interested. -Liat - l_fark at yahoo.com
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Ana is and amazing house keeper speaks English fluently and drives, available any day great with kids has 2 of her own very trusthworthy and friendly you can call her at (818) 268-4390. Thanks, Neda Ladjevardi - drneda at msn.com


Harper Lane Children's Boutique wants to wish you a Happy Mother's Day!!  
Come in May 11th  for a chance to win a professional photography session with your children, in a location of your choice, plus $150 worth of prints.  No purchase necessary, come in for more details. Check out www.monkeysandpeas.com to see just how special these pictures are...Mention this e-mail and receive 15% off your next purchase during the entire month of May. Offer excludes sale merchandise and cannot be combined with any other offer.
2665 Main Street - Suite D in Santa Monica


The greatest show on earth is coming to the East Valley on June 23, 2008  
LA-Sports Kidz will be offering a 9 week SUMMER CAMP for children ages 3-5 (Rookie Camp) and 6-12 (All-Star Camp) at North Hollywood High School. Granted exclusive usage of the facility space to engage your children in Golf, Tennis, Music, Soccer, Basketball, Dance, Arts & Crafts, Gymnastics, and Much - Much More!!  You can register for 1 day or 10 days - its ok. Kidz who attend camp will be talking about it until next summer. Specific camp details can be found at (http://www.la-sportskidz.com/Summer%20CAMP.htm) . Feel free to email if you have any questions. Register Today!!  SPACE LIMITED!!


Brand new Melissa & Doug plush rocking horse for sale
http://www.jackidz.com/melissa_doug_melissa_doug_plush_rocking_horse_2137_2137_c657_p28460.htm
Received it as a gift but already have the same exact one. It makes a cute horse sound when you press its ear.  Perfect for 2 - 4 year olds.  
Description: With a realistic look and a plush fabric that little ones will love, the Plush Rocking Horse will be a favorite toy for childhood years. The durable wooden base and easy-grip handles make this a toy that will last for many years. Your child will be able to enjoy their ride more with the sounds of a galloping horse. Asking $50. Please email dgrhsbball at aol.com if interested.


Goldendoodle Puppies
Puppies for sale.  Second generation Goldendoodle puppies are 6 weeks  old.  Gorgeous golden color and great temperment.  Little to no  
shedding.  Health certified and guaranteed. 818-880-8224.


Newsweek article about Botox 
http://www.newsweek.com/id/131749  



Yum Yum - Ice Cream
Free Cone Day - Ben & Jerry's
Tuesday, April 29th
A company tradition since 1979!  Founders Ben and Jerry decided that if their business lasted more than a year, they would have a Customer Appreciation Day where they would give away free ice cream all day.  http://www.benjerry.com/
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31 cent scoop at Baskin Robbins 
Wed.,April 30th from 5pm-10pm 
Honor American Firefighters - http://www.baskinrobbins.com/Promotion/31cent.aspx


Free Signing Story Time
Wed, April 30th at 10:15am -11:00am and 11:15am -12:00am (two story time due to the high demand)
Montana Ave. Branch Library,
1704 Montana Ave., Santa Monica
Signing with Dr. Seuss books? Well not exactly, but you¢ll be amazed how meaningful and enriching reading combined with signing can be. Come for a unique story time where children will be engaged both by stories and sign language through storytelling, songs, puppets and art projects. 310.613.3900 www.SignShine.com 


Educational seminar on how to shop/buy safer toys
Thur., 5/1 at 1:30 p.m. Along with the educational seminar at the Pump Station in Santa Monica they willl be having an will be free toy testing (1 toy per attendee) with a portable device that can test the toy for lead, cadmium, chromium and other elements. The educational seminar is free to attendees as is the toy testing. www.pumpstation.com


Spring & Summer 2008 Trunk Show - Boden, Mini Boden, Baby Boden
Thursday, May 1st from 9:00am - 3:30pm
Exclusive preview of the colourful collection of smartish, stylish, everyday  clothes.
At the home of Rachel Hoisman
13174 Chandler Blvd in Sherman Oaks - 818.822.5942
Friends & Children Welcome!
Trunk Show Orders today will receive 10% off plus free shipping and free returns.
VISA, MC & AMEX ONLY,  NO CASH/CHECKS
For a preview of the collection visit www.bodenusa.com
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Friday, May 2nd  from 9:30am - 1:00pm 

An exclusive preview of Boden's colourful collection of smartish, stylish, everyday clothes.  Trunk Show Orders today will receive 20% off Menswear and Babywear, 20% off Womenswear and Mini trousers, skirts and swimwear. 10% off everything else. Plus free shipping and free returns on all orders.  Offer excludes sale items.  (Visa, MC, & Amex Only - Sorry no checks). For a preview of the collection visit www.bodenusa.com 

At the home of Jenn Kurtz

4701 Luna Court in Calabasas(located in "The Colony at Calabasas" off of Las Virgenes Road just South of Agoura Road)

Any questions call Jenn at 818.880.0178





LEXIEWEAR CLOTHING
Friday, May 2nd 6:00PM to 9:00PM
Reinvent your Spring/Summer wardrobe with Custom Clothing made just for you! Please come for a night filled with shopping, food, wine and fun! TANKS, RACERBACKS, BERMUDAS, TEES, SKIRTS, YOGA WEAR, JACKETS AND MORE! Lexiegirl sizes 2-12
ALL WITH UNIQUE AND CUSTOMIZED APPLIQUES! INTRODUCING LEXWEAR for MEN!!
Fay's Home
22147 Del Valle in Woodland Hills
(818)713-2572



Baseball camp this summer from July 8th until August 15th
It will take place at El Camino High school.  It is a wonderful camp for children of ages 6-15 to receive professional instruction, quality drills, and conditioning. The camp is $200 for the week.  Individual or group lessons available too! Greg Acheatel is the assistant varsity baseball coach at El Camino High School in West Hills.  He used to play for the Los Angeles Dodgers Organization and now has his own baseball school Email Greg for more info at gacheatel at gmail.com.



KIDS FOOD FACTORY 
They offer a line of fresh, healthy and fun kid's lunches...both kids and parents will love! Created by a team of food professionals with 25 years of excellence in the food industry! Headed up by cookbook author turned Product Development Specialist, Lisa Tanner-Goldstein. The Kid¹s Food Factory line is like no other kids product on the market today. Kid's Food Factory provides private schools and summer camps in the Los Angeles area with delicious, all-natural, healthy lunches. This is the perfect lunch for pre-K to 6th grade. Can deliver as few as 25 lunches or as many as 300! They package them especially for schools in fun-themed bags with lots of surprises! Five varieties to choose from delivered 5 days a week. Made fresh daily...and all for $3.00 each. Please call 888-736-6348 to get a FREE sample. Check out the website for all five varieties and ingredients: www.kidsfoodfactory.com


The Water Whisperer 
What makes this school different than others is that it was formed by local Valley mom Emily Cohen - an experienced teacher (with a Masters in Education as well as a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential) both in and out of the water. The Water Whisperer is one of the only schools in the Valley to be a member of the United States Swim School Association! Her school follows all of the current guidelines and teaching techniques of the Association. The Water Whisperer teaches children who have never been in the water and who fear water, as well as kids with special needs and just plain regular children and adults. The Water Whisperer is highly reknown for getting people to swim in a short time while they learn water safety skills. The school encourages children to develop creatively as they form their own swimming style. Ultimately, The Water Whisperer's students learn to love the water-and have fun it- as they meet their swimming goals. To sign up and learn more about The Water Whisperer's unique approach and philosophy, visit www.thewaterwhisperer.com for more info or call 641-715-3900 ext. 2626067# or email Emily at emily at thewaterwhisperer.com


KamiART- Hearts
One of a kind Mother's Day Hearts - 15" x 15" on wood, done with palette knife(pictures don't do them justice)
~in Merchandise Section~Special rate thru Jen's list only $95.-Shipping available for extra $10.-
*Special orders need to be in by May 1st the LATEST (locally) and April 28th if shipped. Also check out other items on web page and in Merchandise section. Great place to find that one-of-a-kind gift. www.kamiart.com


Long-term House sitter available or looking for 3-4 month rental IN LA AREA
A retired Canadian couple; he is a Professional Engineer, She taught teachers in College. They have a daughter who lives in Chatsworth, CA (with her family) and would like to visit for a long period of time between 3- 4 months - anytime of the year, preferably in the winter. They do not smoke; do not drink and can take care of your home like their own.  If you leave a list of small repairs to be done, as a handy person, he will try to complete it by the time you return. They will not accept any monetary compensation.  References residing in LA area (lawyers, teacher, architects and business people) are available.
-OR-
Looking for a furnished apartment or guest house to rent for a three or four month period in the San Fernando Valley.
Please email isaac.lallouz2 at sympatico.ca or boall at earthlink.net



New web site for moms in Ventura County 
www.805moms.com is both an online resource and a networking community for moms, in Ventura County.


Slick Sugar
Adorable clothing for kids. These items were created to inspire children to pick up an instrument, sing in the car or dance down the stairs. A portion of sales is donated to Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation which supports music education and its many benefits through the donation of new and refurbished musical instruments to underserved school and community music programs and individual students nationwide. http://www.mhopus.org/index.asp. Use coupon code "jlev" and get 15% off your order! http://slicksugar.com/index.htm


Integrative acupuncture and Oriental Medical women's center 
I know a TON of people who use this center - all with wonderful outcomes. Specializing in fertility, menopause and women's general health in addition to male fertility.  They work closely with Reproductive Endocrinologists using acupuncture to enhance results of assisted reproductive therapies.  They also prepare couples who are trying to conceive naturally.  Acupuncture and herbal medicine can increase viable pregnancies, live births and overall well being.  For more information, please call (805) 497-2625 or www.ineedleu.com



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