[Jen's List] Friday, Feb. 12

[Jennifer Levinson]

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Today in History
.         Women in the Utah Territory win the right to vote. (1870)
.         Abraham Lincoln's Birthday 
President Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States.
"Honest Abe", as he was commonly known as, was born in the wilderness
country of Hardin County, Kentucky on February 12, 1809. 
Abraham Lincoln became president in 1861. Although he hated war, he was
drawn into it as he believed it was the only way to save the nation after
the southern states declared their secession to the Union. In addition to
serving as president during the civil war and saving the Union,  Lincoln
wrote the Emancipation Proclamation that ended slavery in the U.S. forever.
He also wrote and gave The Gettysburg Address, memorializing the bloodiest
and most important battle of the Civil War. Gettysburg proved to be the
turning point of the war. Shortly after the war ended, Abraham Lincoln
became the first U.S. President to be assassinated. He was shot and mortally
wounded on Good Friday, April 14, 1865 by John Wilkes Booth in Ford's
Theatre. 
.         Winter Olympics Games 
Opening Day Ceremony: February 12, 2010 
Closing Day Ceremony: February 28, 2010 
Location: Vancouver, Canada 
Once every four years, the world's top athletes meet, to compete in the
Winter Olympics. The Olympic games in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada,
will be the XXI Winter Olympics. Opening Day ceremonies for the Winter
Olympics is a huge, and very special event. The Olympic competitions are
held over a two week period. It concludes with a closing ceremony. The Next
Winter Olympics: Sochi, Russia will host the 2014 Winter Olympics. 
 
 
DriveWise Auto: Charity Driven Auto-Buying and Leasing
Looking for a car?  Look no further!  DriveWise Auto has been able to help
many Jen's List members buy and lease their new and used vehicles, and they
would love to help you or anyone you know!  They are a Charity Driven
Auto-Buying and Leasing Service that gives its clients the ability to buy or
lease their vehicles AND to be socially responsible at the same time.
DriveWise Auto will very literally do all the work, guarantee competitive
pricing, a hassle-free experience, AND provide added-value by making a
charitable donation as part of every purchase or lease.   Ask yourself this:
if "CarPlace A" and "CarPlace B" have the same vehicle available, but
CarPlace A offers amazing concierge service, completely unbiased advice, no
pressure, a more competitive price, AND contributes to charity....where
would you buy or lease your car? Even if you just have auto-related
questions, call, e-mail or visit the DriveWise Auto website: 818.345.5555 /
info at drivewiseauto.com / www.drivewiesauto.com.   **To aid in the efforts
for relief in Haiti, DriveWise Auto is making a separate donation to the
American Red Cross Haiti Relief fund for every vehicle sold/leased in the
month of February. This donation is being made separate from and in addition
to the donations made to the client-chosen charities for every vehicle
sold/leased.
 
 
Turn your elementary kid loose in the kitchen?  Why not!
He CAN be a pint-sized Iron Chef and make dinner for the whole family.  You
market for the components, set up the 'mis en place' and turn 'em loose!  -
Sweet Pea Lasagna recipe.
http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/sweet-pea-lasagna-
recipe-00000000018856/
 
 
New home needed for this adorable dog, Bama
She is a 4 yr old female, spayed, black & white Border Collie. Bama is super
healthy, so sweet & has Border Collie traits like herding.  She loves to be
loved, exercise and perhaps a job. Email kg1976 at msn.com for more info!


 
Amazing service for people who are going through chemotherapy 
Cleaning for a Reason! If you know any woman with cancer or currently
undergoing Chemo, please pass the word to her that there is a cleaning
service that provides FREE housecleaning - 1 time per month for 4 months
while she is in treatment.  All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor
fax a note confirming the treatment. Cleaning for a Reason will have a
participating maid service in her zip code area arrange for the service. 
http://www.cleaningforareason.org
 
 
Valentine's Day: The Proper Way to Eat and Enjoy Chocolate
Tomorrow is V-Day and you're thinking one thing: Cupid, shmupid.  Bring on
the chocolate! But before you go digging in, Parents Ask expert Lisa Gache
wanted to remind us all to: Mind your manners! Here are Lisa's top tips for
eating chocolate... like a lady!
http://www.parentsask.com/tips/chocolate/valentines-day-proper-way-eat-enjoy
-chocolate.html
 
 
Rules Worth Following, for Everyone's Sake
Get motivated to make some important, lasting, health-promoting and
planet-saving changes in what and how you eat.  Nutritional science
findings.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/02/health/02brod.html
 
 
Win $100 Gift Certificate to Shop on Tori Spelling's little maven!
Get ready to shop for free! BreezyMama.com is giving one lucky reader a $100
gift certificate for Tori Spelling's littlemaven.com - sizes are 6 months to
6 years! To get the details on how to enter AND read an interview with Tori,
be sure to visit: http://breezymama.com/2010/02/04/tori-spelling/ 
 
 
Private Staples suite available for the Harlem Globetrotters
Sunday, February 14 at 6:00pm! 
8 tickets and 4 parking passes for $320. Or, can individually sell the
tickets for $40 apiece. 
Please call Kenny at (310) 268-0885
 
 
aden + anais and the CJ Foundation for SIDS join hands
Plus a Giveaway for Awareness! SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) has
become a major topic, as it is the leading cause of death for infants
between 1 and 12 months (over 2,000 babies in the U.S., each year). It\'s a
sad reality that becomes the nightmare of any parent who has to mourn the
loss of their child from SIDS. More and more research is being done in this
area and now one of the leading risk factor is overheating. As parents and
caregivers, we are inclined to crank up the heat, place thick/plush
blankets, to keep our babies warm. However, now research is saying that
infants who are overdressed and or covered in heavy blankets are at a higher
risk for SIDS. To continue reading and to enter into the aden+anais cozy
sleeping bag giveaway at www.mommasinthehouse.com
 
 
THE DOCTORS is looking for someone who would like a CURE for:
. BRUISING AFTER SURGERY 
. SCOLIOSIS
. LIVER CYSTS
. CRACKED DRY NOSTRILS 
. FALLING ASLEEP AT WORK 
. PREGNANCY INDUCED ASTHMA 
Contact: jennifer.laplaca at cbs.com (Please send your phone # and picture if
avail.)       
 
 
4 Parents Share their Top 3 Pieces of Parenting Advice
http://www.zenfamilyhabits.net/2010/02/4-parents-share-their-top-3-pieces-of
-parenting-advice/
 
 
Flower Cart at the Calabasas Commons
If you are planning on buying flowers for your Valentine, you need to visit
Nancy Ohanessian's flower cart, located at the Calabasas Commons by
Starbucks and Corner Bakery.  She will be there from Feb 12th-Feb 14th, and
will have one of a kind flower arrangements for all budgets and tastes.  She
will also be selling Parisian hand tied flower bouquets, which are the
latest trend in flower design.  You can also call her  (818) 645-6466 to
preorder your arrangements.  
 
 
CPR Class
Saturday, February 27th from 1pm to 3pm
This Class will be taught by Nanci Hanover of Southern California Safety
Group. 
Class includes infant, child and adult level CPR along with airway
obstruction (choking). Cost: $58/person (includes book and American Heart
Association Certification Card). Please call 310.641.2787 to reserve your
spot.
Bellamie Children's Boutique
6220 W. 87th St.
Westchester, CA 90045
310.641.2787
www.bellamieboutique.com
 
 
MAGIC SCHOOL at FAIRIES and DRAGONS PARTIES!!!
A renowned Magic Castle magician Brandon Scott is coming to Fairies and
Dragons to teach MAGIC!!! In addition to learning a variety of magic tricks,
children will also be taught basics of performing and holding themselves in
front of an audience. Benefits of this class: learn how to present yourself,
acquire new skills, get a boost in self-esteem, overcome shyness, improve
coordination. On the last day they will hold a show for parents.
Tuesdays, Feb 23 - March 23rd (5 classes)  4:30-6:00 
$125 class fee plus $25 Magic kit that will be used in class. 
Please call to register 818 783 84 88
If there is a better day and time that will work for your group, please let
them know, schedule is flexible. They also specialize in magically enchanted
fairytale themed BIRTHDAY PARTIES!  
16733 Ventura blvd, Encino  
www.fairiesanddragonsparties.com 
 
 
Babies, Kids and Moms - FREE Product Samples
 <http://www.mysavings.com/free-product-samples/babies-kids-moms/>
http://www.mysavings.com/free-product-samples/babies-kids-moms/ 
 
 
Going on this weekend!
Target Free Family 
Saturday February 13th from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Love Around The World is the theme for today's free activities
Japanese American National Museum
100 N. Central Ave., L.A.
 213-625-0414. 
http://events.la.com/los-angeles-ca/events/show/89527323-target-free-family-
saturday-love-around-the-world
AND
Saturday Storytelling Series
Ellen Switkes hosts this engaging, interactive story time.
Saturday February 13th at 10:30 a.m.
Children's Book World - 10580-1/2 Pico Blvd., L.A. 
310-559-BOOK.
http://www.childrensbookworld.com/Storytelling/storytelling.htm
AND
Free Bitty Bear's Birthday Celebration
Saturday February 13th at 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Be part of Bitty Bear's birthday party, which includes making a girl-sized
tiara
American Girl Place - 189 The Grove Dr., L.A. 
877-247-5223
http://www.americangirl.com/stores/location_la.php#specialEvents
AND
FREE family event at Canoga Park Library Valentine Stories & Craft 
Saturday, February 13th at 3 pm 
Ages 4 - 10 
Canoga Park Branch - Los Angeles Public Library
20939 Sherman Way in Canoga Park, CA 91303
(818) 887-0320
AND
Brain Builders in Westlake craft day
Please bring your children in so that they can make a Valentine's Day craft
for that special someone! 
Saturday February 13th from 10-3 
3825-P E.Thousand Oaks Blvd. Westlake Village 
805-777-0111
AND
Saturday Scene
Saturday February 13th at 11 a.m.
It's African tales and rhythms from Jambo Watoto
UCLA Geffen Playhouse
10886 Le Conte Ave., L.A. 310-208-5454.
http://geffenplayhouse.com/Current_Season/Saturday_Scene_2009_-_2010_Season 
AND
Lincoln Logs
President's Day is Monday! Feb. 14th you can make Log Cabin Banners to do
our part in celebrating Lincoln's birthday! All Sunday drop-in programs run
from 2:00-4:00pm and are free for members and $3.00 per child for
non-members in addition to the entrance fee.  Entrance fee is $8.00 for
adults and $5.00 for children 3 and over.  Children 2 and under and
grandparents are free.  Zimmer Children's Museum is located on the lobby
level of the Goldsmith Jewish Federation Building, 6505 Wilshire Boulevard,
Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90048.  Sunday hours are 12:30pm-5:00pm.  Please
check http://www.zimmermuseum.org <http://www.zimmermuseum.org/>  or call
(323) 761-8984 for further information


 
MUSIC with Melissa Green ~Winter Class Schedule and Tour~
Melissa Green, former preschool teacher turned kids pop-folk artist, started
her winter session of music classes and there are a few spots left!  Melissa
and her band have also started The Seahorse Song Book Tour! Get your child's
school on the calendar! (discount for parent bookings!) Check the website
for info and a FREE SONG DOWNLOAD!
melissa at greencirclemusic.com * 323/854-4881 * 
www.greencirclemusic.com <http://www.greencirclemusic.com/> 
Mixed Age Classes (0-5yrs) (45 min)
~Mondays 10:45a @ a home in Miracle Mile (2/1-4/5)
~Tuesdays 10a @ The Coop in Studio City (1/26- 3/30)
~Wednesdays 11a @ a home in Los Feliz (1/27 - 3/31)
~Wednesdays at 4p @ a home in Playa del Rey (1/13-3/31)
~Fridays at 10:30a @ a home near The Grove (1/29-3/26)
Infant Class (0-9mos) (30 min)
~Tuesdays 11:30a @The Coop in Studio City (1/26-3/30)
***Melissa Green's Upcoming Shows!***
~Tuesday, Feb 9th 11-1p - The Americana
~Thursday, Feb 25th, 11-1 - The Grove
 
 
Need Your Baby Seat Installed or Inspected!?!?
There is a local certified safety seat technician in your area and he makes
house calls! For parents convenience you can make an appointment that will
fit your busy schedule. Technicians provide the education, instruction, and
installation. Can come to your home, work, or meet at a local retail
store.(Not sure if technicians come to your area? Find out!)
They also do stroller, toys, and other baby gear assemblies! Receive Replies
in a Timely Manner!!!
Email LariAdam at hotmail.com or call  (818) 770-2547 for more info
www.ITYsafety.com
 
 
Working?! Cannot fit SIGNING CLASS into your busy week ?
Finally, a Weekend Class: 
Saturdays at 10:30am in Silver Lake 
Give the gift of early communication to your baby, and begin the
unforgettable journey of understanding your infant's thoughts and needs.
Imagine increased imagination, less frustration, and an overall happier
baby.  Did you know that if your baby is exposed to sign language, s/he will
learn to sign months before s/he will speak?  An infant is limited in
his/her ability to communicate simply because his/her vocal chords are not
fully developed until s/he is nearly one year old. Sign language actually
promotes a greater bond between family members!  Join the fun and begin the
joyful signing journey now.
More Locations:: 
Santa Monica: Feb 23
Hollywood: March 22
Click here to watch Leo Signing BANNANA and HELP
www.SignShine.com
310.277.SIGN (7446) 
www.BabySignShine.com
 
 
WIN A KOZY PAL CART COVER! 
Subscribe to CJ's Playground, the San Gabriel Valley's weekly family
newsletter and you will automatically be entered in this month's giveaway
for a fabulous cart cover that fits all shopping carts and restaurant high
chairs! Check it out and enter at www.cjs-playground.com or visit
http://karenscravings.blogspot.com/2010/02/cart-cover-giveaway.html to
enter! 
 
 
Now registering for Yogi's at Play! 
A 6 wk yoga/drama workshop with Brooke Harker at Yoga at the Village, in
Glendale! Join us Thursdays: April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, & May 6th from
3:30-4:30 (ages 3-6) "Yoga Playhouse" & 4:45-5:45 (ages 7-12) "Yoga
Storymakers". Cost $79, Register by phone, on-line, in person or snail mail.
Space is limited! Pre-registration strongly suggested. e-mail:
info at yogaathevillage.com or call 818-265-9833. www.yogaathevillage.com
Kids+ Yoga+ Creative Drama=FUN!
 
 
Share your home with a foreign exchange student.
and bring a new culture into your children's life! 
Cultural Homestay International (www.chinet.org <http://www.chinet.org/> )
is a non-profit organization that works to promote international
understanding, friendship, and goodwill through placement of foreign
students into healthy family homes.  This experience is a one-of-a-kind
opportunity for these high school students, and bonds are created between
the family and student that last a lifetime.  Our family coordinators work
to find you the right fit for your family based on length of stay (1 or 2
school semesters), hobbies, interests, personality, etc.  We also work with
the school counselor's to guide their academic progress; students become
part of your daily lives and your family gets to learn and grow from their
culture as well.   There is no monetary compensation for becoming a host
family, it is through goodwill and for the benefit of the experience that
families choose to open their doors.  If you would like to take part in this
amazing opportunity for the 2010-2011 school year, please email
coordinator.chi at gmail.com for more information
 
 
Voice and Piano Lessons in Woodland Hills
Ariella Vaccarino, creator to Voice Lessons To Go
<http://voicelessonstogo.com>  recently moved to Woodland Hills and is now
accepting new students. Ariella has been teaching for over 17 years.  She
teaches each student according to their musical interests and skill level
with kindness, much energy, and fun.  Her lessons give confidence to her
students as well as a love for music.  She is available to split lessons
between both piano and voice, and siblings as well. Please contact her at
818)593-2038 or email her at ariella at voicelessonstogo.com
 
 
Rachel Melvald, LCSW and PhD Candidate
She has worked with the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health for
almost 10 years as a psychiatric social worker/certified infant mental
health clinician and administrator focusing on early intervention with the
0-5 population. She has extensive experience working within a "systems"
framework including the family, school, probation, and protective services.
As an LPS designated professional, she has served the Los Angeles County
Department of Mental Health's Emergency Outreach Bureau providing crisis
interventions services. Rachel Melvald is currently in private practice in
West Hollywood, Ca.
RMelvald at gmail.com 
www.RachelMelvaldPsychotherapy.com
 
 
Adept Consumer Testing Focus Group
Currently seeking 25-64 year olds who are UNPAID caregivers to a Friend or
Family Member to participate in a research study regarding MEDICARE &
MEDICAID SERVICES. This one hour discussion will take place in Encino
Tuesday 2/16 or Wednesday 2/17. A generous honorarium will be provided to
all those that qualify and participate. If you are interseted in
participating please contact Karen @ 818- 905-9666 ext.361
 
 
LOVE A COZY BED? 
Getting a great night's sleep starts with a comfy bed! Let Jean Stroud,
Comfort Consultant for Private Quarters, help. Order by catalog, host a
party and get FREE products, or earn money helping others make their beds
cozy! PQ is a direct sales company, selling high quality, affordable bed and
bath linens and is brought to you by the Strouds Linen family. Contact Jean
at jeanstroud at sbcglobal.net or visit www.jeanstroud.privatequarters.net.
Sleep better soon
 
 
FREE SHIPPING for Pouch Pals
The reusable sandwich and snack bags that replace thousands of disposable
plastic baggies! Enter coupon code: VALENTINE at time of purchase on
www.pouchpals.net. Offer valid February thru 14, 2010. Pouch Pals: Saving
the Earth, One Snack at a Time! 
 
 
The Sweetest
A new blog for moms, where you will find product reviews, parenting humor,
family-friendly recipes, and more.
www.thesweetest3.com
 
 
Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear, no idea what looks good? 
You need a Closet Audit with Style Coach, Katina Brock! She'll weed out what
doesn't fit or flatter, show you how to dress for your body type AND help
you put together outfits from your existing wardrobe! A functional,
organized wardrobe saves time and knowing what to shop for, saves money!
When you look great you feel confident and a confident mom is a gift to her
family. Look your best, feel your best, live your best life. Email
katina.brock at verizon.net for more info!
 
 
You Never Really Know
A resource for people in relationships to promote sexual health and get STD
tested. It provides advice on topics such as how to have the conversation
about getting STD tested with your significant other or potential partner -
which can also serve as great resources for moms having the conversation
with their sexually active teens. 
www.YouNeverReallyKnow.com
 
 
Beautiful collection of NOWALI Moccasins to warm up your Minime's feet! 
On Clearance for $20 a pair! Sold for over $30 on-line and in stores! call
or send a message! HURRY! ♥ KIA ♥ 818-448-5114 or
Kia at meandminime.com Only limited quantity left! 3M to 18M boy/girl...These
Mocassin are perfect for babies, new walkers, and toddlers. ESPECIALLY THIS
TIME OF YEAR! 
 
 
HESBY OAKS SCHOOL - Annual Silent Auction & Gala - Donations Request
www.hesbyoaks.org
On May 1st, 2010, HiP (Hesby Involved Parents) will be holding its 4th
annual fundraising silent auction and gala and they are looking to the
community for help. With the recent state budget cuts, local community
support for public schools is more important than ever before. Hesby Oaks
School is a public LAUSD K-8 school in the Encino area. Your donation will
help Hesby Oaks  to raise to money for vital programs at their school such
as:
* Art and music enrichment programs
* Physical Education coaches, curriculum and equipment
* Educational school assemblies and field trips
* Music teacher, chorus
* Computer lab and instructor
* Math tutors, homework club, guidance counselors
They are looking for gift certificates to boutiques and restaurants, sports
or theater tickets, vacation getaways, sports/entertainment memorabilia and
other exciting auction items to help raise money for the students...no item
is too small, and all donations are tax deductible.  Donations can be sent
to: Hesby Oaks School 15530 Hesby Street Encino, CA 91436 Attention: GALA
COMMITTEE If you have any questions, please contact Ivy Lasky
(ivylasky at aol.com), Jen Rigberg (Jenrigberg at aol.com).
 
 
Julie Bacon-credentialed teacher, providing tutoring services for grades K-5
She will come to your home in Simi Valley, San Fernando Valley, and Santa
Clarita Valley.  References available.  Member of National Society of
Leadership and Success. (818) 723-0880 or (818) 366-7095 or email at
<mailto:ucjulie at yahoo.com> ucjulie at yahoo.com. 
 
 
EAT HEALTHIER  AT HOME
ORGANIC PRODUCE DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR DOOR. FUND RAISER TOO!! 
Instead of selling candy or magazine subscriptions this year, fundraise with
organic fruits and vegetables!
If your child's classroom or school is raising funds at an auction or for a
trip, contact us and we will set you up with a gift certificate and/or
fundraising materials. We also work with non profits and other groups. Your
school can earn $15 for everyone that signs up for home delivery of farm
direct organic produce. Good for your school. Good for your family. No
commitment - receive deliveries weekly, every other week or monthly.  Try
Farm Fresh To You for yourself. Sign up now for organic produce delivered
directly to your home from our family farm and receive $TEN DOLLARS ($10)
off your first delivery. Just use the promotion code below when you sign up
online or by phone. WWW.FARMFRESHTOYOU.COM  
1-800-796-6009 - Promotion Code #5973. Each delivery to your home is $25 for
a small size delivery or $31.50 for a regular. For more information or to
sign up for a fundraiser contact Cynthia at thiab1010 at aol.com. 
 
 
Custom Children's Books 'Starring' your child
Cathryn Farnsworth photographs your family,  goes into your child's
imaginative world and creates a story specifically for your child. Stories
range depending on family culture, customs, child's age, and interests.
Cathryn is awaiting National publication on six Children's books.
Testimonial - 'I've seen Cathryn work with children.. she makes it seem as
if there is no camera and connects to your child in such a way as I have
never seen before. The results are amazing.' Wendie Malick, actress
www.cathrynfarnsworth.com
www.cathrynfarnsworthphotography.com


 
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