[Jen's List] Thur. - May 22

Thu May 22 10:12:06 EDT 2008

Note: Jen is away from the computer and will not be able to respond to your email until this weekend- and no the babies are not here (yet) :)

-Mike AKA Jens Husband 

Busy Little Fingers
Currently taking enrollment for the Summer and Fall programs. This Summer will be filled with weekly entertainment such as Bouncers, Characters, Petting Zoo's, Puppet Shows and Pony Rides to name just a few.  It is a very clean atmosphere (hard wood floors, beautiful murals and white shutters.They have small classroom ratios and loving and caring teachers. See for yourself with this link to a virtual tour of the school (Make sure to click on "Panoramas" on the middle tab at the top). http://www.360House.com/405638
Call today to make an appointment for a tour - 
818-345-1737
Busy Little Fingers - Infants thru age 6
7556 Hesperia Avenue in Reseda
For a reference - Email jennchadwick at sbcglobal.net

Juggling Frogs
An errand running/concierge business.  They will do your daily To Do lists, organize your space, taxi your pets, find the perfect gift and then wrap and deliver if needed.  Essentially, Juggling Frogs is your friendly good to have around service.  With Father's Day and graduations around the corner, they are spot lighting this service: Personalized Albums.   Juggling Frogs will do specialty albums complete with pictures and mementos special to your favorite Dad or Graduate. You know, all those pictures in your shoeboxes or stuck on your computer.sorted through, organized and beautifully placed in an album meant to be enjoyed for years to come. This year be ahead of the game, book your album by May 31st and Juggling Frogs will throw in the cost of the album.  (Value $60 approx.) 310.598.5038   www.jugglingfrogsla.com

Pick-Your-Own Blueberries
Underwood Farms in Somis - Begins Saturday, May 24, 2008 until the end of the season (approx. mid-July)
7 days a week!  9:00 am - 2:00 pm
1 lb. & 2lb. Containers provided
Priced by the pound - $3.25/lb.
Free parking
Blueberry trail
Free tractor rides to the field (weekends only)
http://www.underwoodfamilyfarms.com/

10 Etiquette Tips for Traveling Gracefully With Kids
http://www.ladieswholaunch.com/magazine/10-etiquette-tips-for-traveling-gracefully-with-kids/853

PAVILLION OF WINGS(323) 763-3466
Natural History Museum - 900 Exposition Bl., Los Angeles.   Enter a world of free flying butterflies and stroll through a beautifully landscaped temporary exhibit housed at the Museum's South Lawn. See a giant swallowtail, monarch, American painted Lady or even a California dogface - California's state butterfly. Over the summer, thirty different butterfly and moth species will call the pavilion home. Discover how butterflies interact with the plants and gain a new understanding of various environmental issues.  Hours: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Pavillion Admission: $3.00 adults; $2.00 seniors & students: $1.00 children 5-12; Free for children under 5. Museum Admission: $9.00 adults; $ 6.50 seniors, students & children 13-17; $2.00 children 5-12;  Free for children under 5. http://www.nhm.org 

Newsletter for young girls 
I'm a  Girl 2 - http://www.imagirl2.com - is a newsletter for girls 3-7 years old that celebrates "being a girl" - a girl in all its glory - by sharing a world that is colorful, fascinating, fabulous, sparkly, smart, athletic, fun, silly, and healthy. It is designed to inspire self confidence and playful exploration.  It is something fun that you and the special young girl in your life can do together. You can also sign-up for future editions by sending an email to friend at imagirl2.com. Your feedback is important in shaping the future of this newsletter. 

CALLING ALL MOMS
* Do you know a group of moms who regularly get together for play dates and networking?
* Are you interested in inspiring your friends to become the very best, most informed Moms they can be?
* Would you like to earn money from your home as your little ones learn essential life skills through fun, interactive games, activities and play?
BE AT THE FOREFRONT OF AN EXCITING NEW MOVEMENT TO EMPOWER MOMS & KIDS WITH INSPIRED PARENTING PLAY GROUPST FOR MOMS AND KIDS UNDER 5. CosmiKids in Tarzana provides all the age appropriate games, activities and know-how to host and run your own INSPIRED PARENTING PLAY GROUP'S. YOU GET access to all the latest information and products specifically designed to assist children in building their social skills and emotional IQ PLUS INSPIRED PARENTING MAGAZINE FREE! If you've been looking for a way to make new friends, earn money without leaving your children, AND do something truly meaningful in the world, CALL 310-459-8613 NOW! GROUPS FORMING THIS SPRING!  www.cosmikids.org

Have you shopped the Boulevard lately???  
10 reasons why you should - 10% off at 10 of shops!!!  Recently written up in Valley Life Magazine, the Shops at Woodman and Ventura are getting neighborly.  Spend $100 in any of the participating stores and receive a 10% discount the rest of the week with the rest of the shops!  Just show your reciept in any of the participating stores and get 10% off your total purchase that week!  Participating stores include: Tough Cookies Children's Boutique, Melange' Apothocary, Roni B., Urban Colony, Lene's Skincare, Antonio's Pizzaria, Vanity, Runnergy, Illumination, Watercress and more to follow!

BE CAREFUL IF YOU'RE SELLING A CAR
This really did happen to someone that I know - so please read....
http://www.snopes.com:80/crime/fraud/cashier.asp

MESSY ART(323) 988-1189
Play - 5814 W. Third St., Los Angeles. Toddlers, preschoolers and their parents explore paint together. Materials, smocks, and clean-up station are provided. Friday sessions offer the extra option of a Messy Mixed Media project for an additional fee.  Times: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Mon. - Wed.; 2:00-4:00 p.m. Mon. & Wed.; 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Fri. & 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Sat. Cost: $8.00 per child or multiple sessions may be purchased for a discounted price.. Recommended for ages infants to 5 years. http://www.play-losangeles.com

Father's Day - Gift Ideas!! (Besides my hubby's book Buff Dad- www.buffdads.com)
http://www.andgor.com/Personalized_Figures/personalized_figures.html
AND
http://www.herobuilders.com/
AND
Cool men's store in Westlake called Royal Hill (3741 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. - next to BCBG) to pass along.  The store is more like a "man-room" equipped with flat screen TVs, an Internet station and even a bar (with drinks).  It was unlike any other shopping experience.  Oh, and the best part is the awesome brands they have.Converse by John Varvatos, Shirt by Shirt, Splendid Mills, Union, Lucky Brand, Earnest Sewn, Penquin etc. 

Goodies a go-go is an awsome new party company
They supply undecorated cupcakes and cookies on a stick in the theme of your event.  From princess parties to Dinosaurs to Black tie affairs!  Goodies a go-go will bring frostings, toppings, and toys for tops of cupcakes (Gluten Free available too!) to your next party.  They also do decorated or undecorated cookies on a stick too!  The decorated ones are perfect for party favors and are coated with the most delicious white chocolate (in colors of course) and sprinkles, sugars, jimmies.... you name it They come wrapped in a cello bag with a coordinating ribbon!  You can also use the undecorated ones as treats too!  Oh and here is the best part.... everything is made with 100% organic and natural products!!!!  They will also stay at the party and oversee all of the decorating (for an additional fee) if you would like.  Otherwise they will just drop everything off!!!  And if that was not enough.... we cannot forget the mini cupcakes that they bring for anyone that is not decorating!  Red Velvet, French Vanilla, Mocha and Espresso are the most popular!!!  Call Cari Butler at 310-613-6206 or email at cari.goodiesagogo at gmail.com

Personalized kids' placemats by Olive Kids
Your kids will love seeing their name at every meal. Enter code MWS10% in the comments field on the order form at checkout to save10% off of your order. http://www.olivekids.com/p_placemats.html

CONSTRUCT(323) 857-6512 
Boone Children's Gallery, LACMA West - 6067 Wilshire Bl., Los Angeles.  See many of the plans, drawings, and models that architect Renzo Piano developed as he went through the design process for LACMA's Transformation Project. Be your own architect! Work at drafting tables to draw floor plans, build a model using a variety of materials, and display your buildings and designs in the Construct gallery. Or work in creative teams to build cities and structures using wood blocks.  In Construct, you, your friends, and family will play, build, explore, collaborate, problem-solve, make, dream, imagine, experience, research, design, learn, and create together.  Hours: 12:00-8:00 p.m. Mon, Tues, Thurs.; 12:00-9:00 p.m. Fri.; 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Sat & Sun.  FREE.  www.lacma.org

50 % off on any service at Colour Image Cosmetics and Skin Care Studio
Services include: Facials, Microdermabrasion Treatments, Cosmedix Peels, Full Bodywaxing, Lash Extensions, Permanent Make up, Makeovers (except Bridal) and Airbrush Tanning. Mention Jens List.
Call Brenda at 992-0654
Located at 20929 Ventura Blvd. #16 in Woodland Hills.
Gift Certificates avaliable

SUPER HEROS-SUPER JOBS!(562) 905-9793
Children's Museum of La Habra - 301 S. Euclid St., La Habra.   Put on your capes and rouse your inner superhero! Super Heroes - Super Jobs! Takes visitors through a miniature city in which you get to join in the action by performing some of the city's most important functions. Visitors to the exhibit will take on the roles (and values) of firefighters, police officers, waste managers, veterinarians, mayors, teachers and mail carriers to discover what it takes to become a community helper..  Hours: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Tues.-Fri.; 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Sat.; 1:00-5:00 p.m. Sun.  FREE with Museum Admission: $6.00; children 2 and under are Free.  Exhibit closes June 8, 2008.
http://www.lahabracity.com

VEGAN, ORGANIC, ICE CREAM & SORBET FREE OF DAIRY, SOY & REFINED SUGAR
Delicious, raw,  ice cream -- no dairy, no sugar, no soy, no eggs, no gluten.   Completely organic made from raw cashew milk and Organic Nectars Agave syrup, a natural organic sweetener.   Hand made this RAW AGAVE GELATO is healthy, easily digestible and great if you have any food allergies (other than nuts), milk allergies, are diabetic, etc.  You have to try it to believe it -- it's is truly fabulous.  Over 12 amazing flavors to choose from.  And the RAW AGAVE SORBET is free of nuts and fat - it's a really refreshing organic Italian ices sweetened only with Organic Nectars Agave syrup.  5 amazing flavors.  For more info go to www.organicnectars.com.   (Click on the 'shop' link on the upper right hand corner of the home page to order.)  Mention Jen's list and get a free bottle of Agave sweetener OR chocolate Agave dessert syrup with your order.  Any questions ask Lisa at info at organicnectars.com or call 845.246.0506.  They ship everywhere.  

NOAH'S ARK(310) 440-4500 
Skirball Cultural Center - 2701 N. Sepulveda Bl., Los Angeles.   Imagine yourself immersed in a favorite childhood tale. Five years in the making and occupying an 8,000-square-foot gallery, Noah's Ark at the Skirball welcomes children and families to take this journey together. Inspired by the ancient flood story, which has parallels in diverse cultures around the world, this one-of-a-kind new destination invites visitors of all generations to have fun-and to connect with one another, learn the value of community, and help build a better world. Hours: 12:00-5:00 p.m. Tues.-Fri.; 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Sat. & Sun.  Admission: $10.00 adults; $7.00 seniors and students; $5.00 children 2-12. (Includes admission to all other exhibitions.)  www.skirball.org

Twirly Girl clothing
Their Reversible Dresses are simply adorable and smart, as the name would suggest, they're reversible so you get double the wear out of them. The skirts have just the right amount of fabric to make the perfect twirl and the colors used on the prints are eye-catching and super-cute! Twirly Girl also makes what they call Superfun Clothing, which includes the cutest skirts, shirts, leggings and more in soft, super-comfy fabrics! www.twirlygirlshop.com

Maternity T-Shirts and Tank Tops Available Now 
The OVERSTOCK, High Quality, Very Soft 2 color silk screen with CUTE phrase printed on the Belly (also have a cute phrase for moms who are having twins). Sizes are limited (first come basis) Tee's and tanks are available in Black-White-Baby Blue-Baby Pink Made In the USA  ***COMING SOON*** Regular tee's and tanks and for little GIRLS tee's and underwear. Again sizes are limited. For more info, contact gensapparel at sbcglobal.net

The New Way to Save Your Car Seat from Potty Accidents, Spills, etc.
A Must have for every car seat this removable and washable car seat liner for infants and toddlers, Vinyl bottom with Terry Cotton Top, one size fits all(patent pending). Simply lay Pee Pee Paddee liner with Terry Cotton face up and just slide the buckle through the opening....it's that simple!! When it gets dirty - REMOVE it - WASH it and REPLACE it! Great Baby Shower Gift. Made In theUSA 
http://www.peepeepaddee.com/

Hot Moms Club
Over 500 styles of tees and merchandise, customize your shirt and gear. All orders ship within 24 hours. Enter HMCCOMMUNITY at checkout and get 20% off. http://www.zazzle.com/hotmomsclub

CBR
Receive a special $155 Mother's Day savings PLUS A FREE copy of What to Expect When You're Expecting when you enroll by 5/31/08
https://secure.cordblood.com/enroll/?SourceId=FRIT

1st grade teacher at The Buckley School is available to tutor
All weekday afternoons and weekends. Also available all summer to help students get ready for second grade or prepare for first grade. Email Molly Elson at roseliketheflower at yahoo.com or call 310-927-1573 for more info.

Considering a breast augmentation?
If so, the book "The Best Breast 2" by John Tebbetts was suggested to be great reading before the surgery(and NO...I am not considering it...tummy tuck, yes...boob job, no...at least not right now!)

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