[Jen's List] Monday

Mon Feb 18 11:27:53 EST 2008

President's Day 
Since 1968, it is celebrated on the third Monday in February. President's Day is a day set aside to honor all of the U.S. presidents. We often think of two great presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln when we celebrate this holiday as it falls by design between their birthdays. But more and more of us, look at this day as a tribute to each and every person who has ever served in the office as President of the United States of America.It is a national holiday, although most businesses and industry do not recognize it as a paid holiday.

Terrific new resource fashion guide
What month to winter coats arrive in stores? When will the latest denims hit the racks? Fashion expert Susan Redstone shows you how to shop the way real fashion insiders do, from when to eye it to when to buy it. She reveals retail's secrets to help you get the best selection and lowest prices on must-have items for each season. Month by month, you'll be armed and ready to look fabulous, no matter what the occasion! You'll discover how to: 
Assemble your must-have Fashion Emergency Kit 
Find the slickest styles for $150 or less 
Get shoe smart--the most important times of the year to buy! 
Be the best-dressed wedding guest 
Snag the swimwear that makes you smile 
Give gorgeous gifts all year round 
http://www.amazon.com/Just-Try-Susan-Redstone/dp/0806528419/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1201640943&sr=8-1

Swim Lessons Lead
Dena Horasanian(27 years experience) runs her own company teaching swim lessons. She hires 5 American Red Cross Certified instructors and they teach all over the Valley, much of the Westside (Santa Monica, Palisades, Bel Air, Beverly Hills), and out by Newbury Park, Thousand Oaks, Westlake, Agoura, etc.  Registration begins April 1, 2008. Please email name, address including zip code and phone number to get on the mailing list. Lessons taught at your home pool. Sessions run 5 weeks from May 12-Sept. 27, 2008. 4, 5 week sessions. Her email address is djncats at aol.com & her number is (805) 379-9429 

Moms of Twins born July , August AND September 2007
Twin Mommy and Me for Twins born July, August and September of 2007 has spaces available.  This is a once a week parenting class with babies. All babies are within 3 months of each other.  It is a great place to make friends and hear current and ongoing information about raising twins. Topics include feeding, scheduling, childproofing, twin issues, teething to name a few.  If you are interested, contact Sue Darrison at 213-804-3314 or email sdarrison at roadrunner.com.

Facial Deal!
50% off Alpha Beta Facial Peel at The Beauty Collection in Calabasas.  Mention Jen's List, first time customers.  Contact the esthetician Robin Sachs at (818) 515-9365.  14 years experience. Md Skincare Alpha Beta Peel:  5 fruit acids that work synergistically together to remove dead skin cells, brown spots, smooth out skin texture, fine lines, & clear up acne.  No down time!  Hylerounic hydrating masque included to hydrate skin.

Makeup for $1.00
Right now they are having a buy one item get the second at 50% off for Presidents Day! Use coupon code EGPRESBC
www.eyeslipsface.com   

CHABAD PRESCHOOL REVIEWS?
Edva is thinking of sending her 3 year old daughter to either the Chabad of Brentwood, or the Chabad of Santa Monica Preschool programs. Has anyone had experience with either? She would love to get some thoughts and feedback. Email directly at edvasims at gmail.com. 

Links to donate to the fallen and injured SWAT members
https://www.lapfcu.org/news/Simmons_donation.html
https://www.lapfcu.org/news/Veenstra_donation.html

Sweet P provides Postpartum Care, Nanny Placement Services & Classes
Are you having a baby?  Did you just have a baby?  Do you know someone who needs help with their newborn?  At Sweet P, they are specialist in the care and well being of Mommies with newborn babies.  Let them ease the burden and help you, your baby and your family get adjusted.  They provide day, night and around the clock service.  All of the Postpartum Care Specialists are trained and certified.  They also can find you the perfect Nanny.  They do all the leg work in qualifying the right person for your specific needs.  They provide you with a complete list of checked and verified references as well as investigative background checks. Come in and visit the Calabasas Studio, where they host a variety of Childbirth Education Classes and Seminars, as well as the Baby Boutique where you can find gifts and necessities for babies ages newborn and up. For more info visit www.sweetpbaby.com or call (818) 999-9005.

Woodland Hills Private School
If you have had a child go thru the Kindergarden program, please email bagsla at aol.com. She is considering it for her children and would like to speak to parents who can offer feedback on the experience. 

Private Etiquette Parties 
Perfect for Birthday Celebrations, Wedding Showers, Sweet 16's, Baby Showers, Dinner Parties, Ladies Night and more! Learn how you can host your own etiquette party!  Call us at (310) 276-9078 or email your inquiry to info at beverlyhillsmanners.com.

Sweet Life Photography 
Now accepting new clients for 2008. Jessica specializes in Maternity, babies, children, families, intimate weddings, and kids\' birthday parties.
She is currently searching for new materntiy and newborn clients especially! Mention Jens List and get 25% off the belly n baby package or 50% off a standard session. www.sweetlife-photography.com

Muralist
A talented artist, Sinead has just launched her online portfolio www.sineadclancy.com.  She is a former set director for the entertainment industry and has also painted amazing murals in many indoor playgrounds in her home country, Ireland.  She paints the most beautiful murals for kids rooms, playrooms or any area of your home.  She is a single mom of beautiful 3 yr old twins and would love to make YOUR child's bedroom a special place. Please contact her at 323-363-9665

Wanting to go to the Snow
Heather is looking to take her kids in March to the snow. Either Idyllwild or someplace within 2 hours drive time. She is intersted in hotels, etc. If you have any advice to give, please email her at heatherdrubin at aol.com 

Every hour of every day, someone is diagnosed with multiple sclerosis
Caroline Hileman-Schaffer(caroline at mihp.tv) has decided to participate in the MS walk in San Luis Obispo on April 13th because she wants to do something about MS now, and she is asking you to support her efforts with a tax-deductible donation.  The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is dedicated to creating a world free of MS, and they need our help. It's faster and easier than ever to Join the Movement! Simply click on the link at the bottom of this message. Or, if you prefer, send your contribution to the National MS Society, Walk MS: 2440 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 115, Los Angeles, CA 90064. Your contribution will allow the Society to fund research, help people with MS lead powerful lives, and advocate for change.  For more information about the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, how proceeds from Walk MS: San Luis Obispo are used, or the other ways you can do something about MS now, please visit nationalMSsociety.org. Please help me make a difference. Thank you for Joining the Movement!  http://www.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR?px=4395665&pg=personal&fr_id=8201

Give the gift that keeps on giving
The ability to give & receive massages with your significant other! Kneading Each Other is a class for couples, designed to teach you highly effective (and simple) massage techniques to help each other relax and heal away the stresses of the day.   Now booking classes with 3-4 couples, in private homes.  Host a massage gathering with at least 2 other couples in your home and get $25 off the per couple rate of $125 (this is a discount for Jen's list subscribers; normal cost is $150 per couple).  There are two classes, two hours each.  You can choose the two dates, a week apart. Taught by Thomas Silcott, a certified massage therapist with 15 years of experience in multiple massage disciplines, including pregnancy, postpartum, and reflexology.  He's also available for private massages at your home or office. For more information, contact Thomas Silcott at silky at socal.rr.com.

Photo Wow
Each piece of artwork is unique because customers select the design style, color scheme, size of print, frame, and, most importantly, their own subjects from photos they submit (which are returned). Proofs are e-mailed for customer approval within a week of receipt of the photos. The pieces are then printed and custom-framed in sizes up to four feet by five feet. In addition to artwork on canvas, photowow.com transfers photos or photo-to-art designs onto 15 gift products. Personalized holiday cards and gift certificates are also available. www.photowow.com 

Boutique Kids Clothes
Enjoy an 25% off items - Type in PRESIDENT in the voucher code section. This does not apply to previously purchased items. Expires - Wed. 2-20 - babylaundryboutique.com

Greek or Mediterranean Caterer Needed
Looking for recommendations on a greek or mediterranean caterer.  Hosting a party for 200 in June.  Please email Andie at photosbyandie at sbcglobal.net

Experienced Medical Practice Manager Looking for a Job
Felicia Baselli's job of 16 years(Yes 16) on the campus of UCLA is being eliminated.  She is an Experienced Medical Practice Manager with a Dynamic personality and is looking for a new job in the Valley area. She lives in the West Valley and has a 2 1/2 year old. Please, if any moms know of any available positions, please contact fbaselli at hotmail.com or cell 818.822.9941.

Life coaching 
A great way to make shifts in your life that will get you there. Save your sanity, AND a few bucks! This is a great way to make some lasting life changes this year!  Save 25% on any life coaching sessions booked with Mothercraft between now and February 29th 2008! The more you book, the more you save. This offer is valid for individual sessions, as well as our packages.  For more information, visit www.mothercraftcoaching.com or call call 310-650-8944.

CUTCO KNIVES
Buy CUTCO cutlery for a good cause and get a LIFETIME REPLACEMENT guarantee on the most amazing knives and scissors that is out of this world (the shears cut through a penny in one simple cut - it's very handy around the house for opening those annoying plastic casings around toys, etc.)  Cutco specializes in top quality kitchen cutlery, utensils and tools and is one of the best products you've ever seen that you'll use every single day. Louis Gale is a full time student at Cal State Northridge and works for CUTCO.  Each person he meets with gives him credit towards a company funded scholarship for his college education.  There is NO OBLIGATION to buy anything, but Louis gets paid for each appointment and needs to fulfill his quota of meetings for the month and year.  Please help him while spoiling yourself.  Cutco also makes a great wedding or housewarming gift.  Mention that you were referred by Jennifer Levinson's list and receive a free gift of your choice on top of any order you wish to place.  For more information, contact Louis Gale at (951)333-1330 or email   abstractmarketing37 at gmail.com

Facials, peels, dermaplaning, lash and brow tints
Margi Cohen is a medical esthetican with over 25 years experience, working with different dermatologist and plastic surgeons. She has recently opened an office in Encino doing facials, peels, dermaplaning, lash and brow tints. Mention Jens list and get $10-$15 off on first visit. 
17000 Ventura Blvd. #101 Encino
818-783-2888

What is your mortgage rate?  
Can you do better in this volatile market?  Rates are low and changes are coming up.  Marty Goldstein has been working in mortgage lending for the past decade.  He is a Calabasas resident with offices in Sherman Oaks.  With a private banking background, he knows how to take care of his clients.  Great rates and great service.  Marty can be reached at 818-981-9200 or mgoldstein at gemcorp.com

How to save a million dollars at any age
HOW TO SAVE A MILLION AT AGE 25
You've Saved: $0 
To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $286 per month.
Successful Savings Strategies
You're just starting your career, so this is your chance to build a solid financial foundation. Time is on your side.
Contribute enough to your company 401(k) plan to capture your employer match. If you don't have a retirement plan at work, fund an IRA.
You'll be investing for 30 years or more, so you can afford to keep 100% of your account in stocks.
Pay down credit cards and other high-interest debt. That will free up money to save for a house.
Set up an emergency fund equal to three to six months of take-home pay. Stash it in a readily accessible account in an online bank that pays interest of 4% or more.
HOW TO SAVE A MILLION AT AGE 35
You've Saved: 0$ 
To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $671 per month.
If You've Saved: $50,000 
To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $304 per month.
Successful Savings Strategies
You may be starting a family or preparing to buy a home. Balance you short-term needs with long-term savings goals.
Although you have added responsibilities, don't neglect retirement.
Aim to save 15% of your gross income (including an employer match in your 401(k). If one parent leaves work to care for the kids, consider opening a spousal IRA.
Shift your assets to 90% stocks and 10% bonds.
Invest in a 529 college-savings plan. Many states offer a tax deduction for your contribution, and qualified distributions are exempt from federal taxes.
HOW TO SAVE A MILLION AT AGE 45
You've Saved: 0$ 
To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $1,698 per month.
If You've Saved: $50,000 
To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $1298 per month.
If You've Saved: $100,000 
To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $861 per month.
Successful Savings Strategies
You may be juggling the needs of a growing family and aging parents, but don't take a break from retirement savings.
You can contribute up to $15,500 to a 401(k) or similar workplace-based retirement plan this year or $5,000 to an IRA. Roll over retirement savings from previous jobs into an IRA.
Adjust your asset allocation to 80% stocks and 20% bonds.
Your kids can get grants or loans for college, but there's no financial aid for your retirement. Don't put your kids' college costs ahead of retirement.
HOW TO SAVE A MILLION AT AGE 55
You've Saved: 0$ 
To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $5,466 per month.
If You've Saved: $50,000 
To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $4,859 per month.
If You've Saved: $100,000 
To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $4,253 per month.
If You've Saved: $200,000 
To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $3,040 per month.
Successful Savings Strategies
Take advantage of your peak earning years to top off your savings.
Add an extra $5,000 in catch-up contributions to your 401(k) savings and an extra $1,000 to your IRA.
As you near retirement, reallocate your portfolio to 70% stocks and 30% bonds.
Estimate your retirement expenses and your projected income. If you're coming up short, consider working a few more years.
Copyrighted, Kiplinger Washington Editors, Inc.

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