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Pear Tree – May 2024

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Helping out at Record Riots

“You never achieve real success unless you like what you are doing.”
— Dale Carnegie

Let’s make that LOVE what you are doing! So many happy days are ahead of me — and behind me. The ball just keeps on rolling!

WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

Contact me at: maryannechristiano@gmail.com

EVENTS

Contact me (maryannechristiano@gmail.com) if your library, JCC, rotary club, or senior group would love to have a presentation. Topics are listed below. Or we can discuss creating a topic for additional cost. 

I’m also available to help at trade shows such as Chiller and Comic Con; and record fairs.

For all events, payment is due day of. Waiver or contract must be signed in advance.

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 24, 2024, 3 p.m. — “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” at Laurel Circle, Bridgewater, NJ.

June 8, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — “Third Annual Passaic County Book Festival” @ Weasel Brook Park, Clifton, NJ. I’ll be selling all my books that are currently in print: The Gypsy Smiled, I Don’t Want to Be Like You, Be (Extra)Ordinary, and So, You Think You Know the Jersey Shore. I also have some copies of Love Cats which is out of print.

Thursday, June 20, 2024, 12 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Caldwell Library, Caldwell, New Jersey. Free, but must call library to register. Limited space in temporary library venue. Call library for location.

Saturday, October 12, 2024, 1 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Vauxhall Library Branch, Vauxhall, New Jersey. Free, but must call library to register.

Tuesday, November 12, 2024, 7:30 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @College Women’s Club of Cranford, Cranford, New Jersey.

Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 7:30 p.m. “So, You Think You Know the Jersey Shore?” Book signing and Q&A @ College Women’s Club of Cranford, Cranford, New Jersey.

List of Topics for Speaking Engagements

General/Seniors

“Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry”

“Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” (land lines, typewriters, etc.) (Watch it now on Woodbridge TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G–92xnsUCc&t=2s)

Workshops

“Meet Your Soul Mate: It’s Easier Than You Think”

Call 908-276-1514 for pricing and availability.

JOURNALISM

Link to my articles for Essex News Daily: https://essexnewsdaily.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta

Link to my articles for Union News Daily: https://unionnewsdaily.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta

Link to my articles for Trenton Journal: https://trentonjournal.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta/

BOOKS

“The Gypsy Smiled” (2nd printing) by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1132781418

“So You Think You Know The Jersey Shore?” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta – https://www.amazon.com/You-Think-Know-Jersey-Shore/dp/1928758088

“Be (Extra)Ordinary: Ten Ways to Become Your Own Hero” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  Be ExtraOrdinary

“I Don’t Want to Be Like You” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/i-dont-want-to-be-like-you-maryanne-christiano-mistretta/1129498800

INSPIRATION

If you need further inspiration, check out my You Tube channel. There are dozens of videos to make you smile: Be YOUnique, the anti-bullying You Tube channel

FREE BUTTONS

Pear Tree Enterprises has buttons! If you are interested in supporting Pear Tree by proudly wearing a button, please send your address to MaryAnneChristiano@Gmail.com Please put “Button” as the subject head.

Copyright (c) 2024 Pear Tree Enterprises. All rights reserved.

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Pear Tree – April 2024

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Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta and Antonia Pancel-Cipric, Barron Arts Center

“I’ve only been interested in the artistic side of life.” — Elton John

March has been a dream month, and a very artistic one! My presentation for “Going Going Gone” was held at Barron Arts Center to a full audience. If you missed it, it was filmed by Woodbridge TV and you can see it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G–92xnsUCc&t=2s

I also had the honor to write about another Ty Stephens show, making it the third time in my career writing about this legendary artist!

Ty Stephens and Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta

And, I got to meet the cool chicks who run Lady and the Shallot at the Trenton Market for a feature I wrote honoring women business owners.

Left to right, Kara Jenkinson, manager; Maryanne, Francesca Avitto, co-owner; Kate Wnek, co-owner

Life continues to be amazing with my dream careers in journalism and speaking!

WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

Contact me at: maryannechristiano@gmail.com

EVENTS

Contact me (maryannechristiano@gmail.com) if your library, JCC, rotary club, or senior group would love to have a presentation. Topics are listed below. Or we can discuss creating a topic for additional cost. 

I’m also available to help at trade shows such as Chiller and Comic Con.

For all events, payment is due day of. Waiver or contract must be signed in advance.

UPCOMING EVENTS

April 21, 2024, 10 a.m. “The Hillsborough Record Riot!” @ Arthur L. Johnson High School, 365 Westfield Ave., Clark, NJ. I’ll be running the front desk. Stop by and buy some vinyl!

May 24, 2024, 3 p.m. — “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” at Laurel Circle, Bridgewater, NJ.

June 8, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — “Third Annual Passaic County Book Festival” @ Weasel Brook Park, Clifton, NJ. I’ll be selling all my books that are currently in print: The Gypsy Smiled, I Don’t Want to Be Like You, Be (Extra)Ordinary, and So, You Think You Know the Jersey Shore. I also have some copies of Love Cats which is out of print.

Thursday, June 20, 2024, 12 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Caldwell Library, Caldwell, New Jersey. Free, but must call library to register. Limited space in temporary library venue. Call library for location.

Saturday, October 12, 2024, 1 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Vauxhall Library Branch, Vauxhall, New Jersey. Free, but must call library to register.

Tuesday, November 12, 2024, 7:30 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @College Women’s Club of Cranford, Cranford, New Jersey.

Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 7:30 p.m. “So, You Think You Know the Jersey Shore?” Book signing and Q&A @ College Women’s Club of Cranford, Cranford, New Jersey.

List of Topics for Speaking Engagements

General/Seniors

“Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry”

“Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” (land lines, typewriters, etc.) (Watch it now on Woodbridge TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G–92xnsUCc&t=2s)

“The Six Different Types of Cats” (NEW!)

Workshops

“Meet Your Soul Mate: It’s Easier Than You Think”

“The Six Different Types of Females” (NEW!)

Call 908-276-1514 for pricing and availability.

JOURNALISM

Link to my articles for Essex News Daily: https://essexnewsdaily.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta

Link to my articles for Union News Daily: https://unionnewsdaily.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta

Link to my articles for Trenton Journal: https://trentonjournal.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta/

BOOKS

“The Gypsy Smiled” (2nd printing) by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1132781418

“So You Think You Know The Jersey Shore?” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta – https://www.amazon.com/You-Think-Know-Jersey-Shore/dp/1928758088

“Be (Extra)Ordinary: Ten Ways to Become Your Own Hero” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  Be ExtraOrdinary

“I Don’t Want to Be Like You” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/i-dont-want-to-be-like-you-maryanne-christiano-mistretta/1129498800

INSPIRATION

If you need further inspiration, check out my You Tube channel. There are dozens of videos to make you smile: Be YOUnique, the anti-bullying You Tube channel

FREE BUTTONS

Pear Tree Enterprises has buttons! If you are interested in supporting Pear Tree by proudly wearing a button, please send your address to MaryAnneChristiano@Gmail.com Please put “Button” as the subject head.

Copyright (c) 2024 Pear Tree Enterprises. All rights reserved.

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Pear Tree – March 2024

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Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta

“I’m not going to limit myself just because people won’t accept the fact that I can do something else.”― Dolly Parton

I love this quote by Dolly Parton. We shouldn’t limit ourselves because of what others think.

We should not be ashamed of our accomplishments. We should not be ashamed of our successes. We should not be ashamed of our talents. We should not be ashamed to have multiple sources of income.

Let’s continue to lift each other up. Let’s share our light because as women, we’ve come a very long way!

Let’s not dim our light — or the light of each other! Rock on and make every moment memorable! You are woman — ROAR like the tiger you are!

There’s a lot of great things happening this month and I’m honored to be a part of them. Check it all out in the EVENTS section below.

♥️

WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

Contact me at: maryannechristiano@gmail.com

EVENTS

Contact me (maryannechristiano@gmail.com) if your library, JCC, rotary club, or senior group would love to have a presentation. Topics are listed below. Or we can discuss creating a topic for additional cost. 

I’m also available to help at trade shows such as Chiller and Comic Con.

For all events, payment is due day of. Waiver or contract must be signed in advance.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday, March 13, 2024, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Arbor Terrace, Mountainside, New Jersey.

Thursday, March 14, 2024, 7:30 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Barron Arts Center, Woodbridge Township, New Jersey. Free, but call Barron Arts Center to register.

May 24, 2024, 3 p.m. — “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” at Laurel Circle, Bridgewater, NJ.

Thursday, June 20, 2024, 12 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Caldwell Library, Caldwell, New Jersey. Free, but must call library to register. Limited space in temporary library venue. Call library for location.

Saturday, October 12, 2024, 1 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Vauxhall Library Branch, Vauxhall, New Jersey. Free, but must call library to register.

Tuesday, November 12, 2024, 7:30 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @College Women’s Club of Cranford, Cranford, New Jersey.

Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 7:30 p.m. “So, You Think You Know the Jersey Shore?” Book signing and Q&A @ College Women’s Club of Cranford, Cranford, New Jersey.

List of Topics for Speaking Engagements

General/Seniors

“Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry”

“Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” (land lines, typewriters, etc.)

“The Six Different Types of Cats” (NEW!)

Workshops

“Meet Your Soul Mate: It’s Easier Than You Think”

“The Six Different Types of Females” (NEW!)

Call 908-276-1514 for pricing and availability.

JOURNALISM

Link to my articles for Essex News Daily: https://essexnewsdaily.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta

Link to my articles for Union News Daily: https://unionnewsdaily.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta

Link to my articles for Trenton Journal: https://trentonjournal.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta/

BOOKS

“The Gypsy Smiled” (2nd printing) by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1132781418

“So You Think You Know The Jersey Shore?” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta – https://www.amazon.com/You-Think-Know-Jersey-Shore/dp/1928758088

“Be (Extra)Ordinary: Ten Ways to Become Your Own Hero” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  Be ExtraOrdinary

“I Don’t Want to Be Like You” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  I Don’t Want to Be Like You

INSPIRATION

If you need further inspiration, check out my You Tube channel. There are dozens of videos to make you smile: Be YOUnique, the anti-bullying You Tube channel

FREE BUTTONS

Pear Tree Enterprises has buttons! If you are interested in supporting Pear Tree by proudly wearing a button, please send your address to MaryAnneChristiano@Gmail.com Please put “Button” as the subject head.

Copyright (c) 2024 Pear Tree Enterprises. All rights reserved.

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Pear Tree – February 2024

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“She is more precious than rubies.” - Proverbs 3:15

I found the above Bible quote and looked up what it meant.

A portion of the meaning said “strength of character.”

A strong character is a variety of things. Some include: honesty, loyalty, courage and ambition.

In running your own business, you need all of those.

Pear Tree is now entering its 16th year; and I thank everyone I’ve done business with–and am continuing to do business with. It’s a beautiful ride, and I have a young nephew who is following in my path. He began his business not too long again and is putting together an Instagram page.

A few days ago, I met with a woman who designed my new Pear Tree business cards. It was great meeting up at a Panera and talking business with another business person. I made it a point to get out there more and do more networking. Whether it’s to actually work with other people, or just discuss business, being around like-minded people does wonders for your psyche when you’re self-employed.

There’s nothing I love more than talking about the journey and hearing stories from others.

I hope to meet or work together in this upcoming year!

Happy Valentine’s Day! May you always love what you do; and may your business thrive!

♥️

WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

Contact me at: maryannechristiano@gmail.com

EVENTS

Contact me (maryannechristiano@gmail.com) if your library, JCC, rotary club, or senior group would love to have a presentation. Topics are listed below. Or we can discuss creating a topic for additional cost. 

I’m also available to help at trade shows such as Chiller and Comic Con.

For all events, payment is due day of. Waiver or contract must be signed in advance.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Saturday, February 10, 2024, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Scotch Plains Library, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. FREE, but call the library to register. (Rain/Snow date, February 24, 2024).

Wednesday, March 13, 2024, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Arbor Terrace, Mountainside, NJ.

Thursday, March 14, 2024, 7:30 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Barron Arts Center, Woodbridge Township, NJ. Free, but call Barron Arts Center to register.

Thursday, June 20, 2024, 12 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Caldwell Library, Caldwell, New Jersey. Free, but must call library to register. Limited space in temporary library venue. Call library for location.

List of Topics for Speaking Engagements

General/Seniors

“Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry”

“Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” (land lines, typewriters, etc.)

Workshops

“Meet Your Soul Mate: It’s Easier Than You Think”

Motivation

“I Am Not My Mother’s Mistakes”

Call 908-276-1514 for pricing and availability.

JOURNALISM

Link to my articles for Essex News Daily: https://essexnewsdaily.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta

Link to my articles for Union News Daily: https://unionnewsdaily.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta

Link to my articles for Trenton Journal: https://trentonjournal.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta/

BOOKS

“The Gypsy Smiled” (2nd printing) by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1132781418

“So You Think You Know The Jersey Shore?” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta – https://www.amazon.com/You-Think-Know-Jersey-Shore/dp/1928758088

“Be (Extra)Ordinary: Ten Ways to Become Your Own Hero” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  Be ExtraOrdinary

“I Don’t Want to Be Like You” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  I Don’t Want to Be Like You

INSPIRATION

If you need further inspiration, check out my You Tube channel. There are dozens of videos to make you smile: Be YOUnique, the anti-bullying You Tube channel

FREE BUTTONS

Pear Tree Enterprises has buttons! If you are interested in supporting Pear Tree by proudly wearing a button, please send your address to MaryAnneChristiano@Gmail.com Please put “Button” as the subject head.

Copyright (c) 2023 Pear Tree Enterprises. All rights reserved.

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Pear Tree – January 2024

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Photo by John Carter, CEO of “Go Pixel Yourself”

“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” - Albert Einstein

The year 2023 was a balancing act for sure. In so many ways it was the best year. It was a dream come true being in Ian Hunter’s video “I Hate Hate.” I also came onboard writing for Worrall Media and had a full year of journalism, public speaking, and cat sitting.

During this time I scored two dream interviews — Barbara Harris of The Toys; and Yvonne Elliman!

I also was a cat sitter for so many adorable kitties including a Bengal who I truly bonded with.

And, talk about a dream speaking engagement! March 14, 2024, I will be speaking at Barron Arts Center! (See details below).

Plus, I had not one, but TWO books published this year!! WOW!

But then…..

Tragically, this was also the year my mom passed away and left me going through the motions in a fog. I also lost a dear friend, Richard, who I knew since I was a teenager.

THIS is what made it so hard, of course. Words just can not describe…

As we enter 2024, we move forward…a little older, a little wiser, a little richer, and with a few more scars on our hearts.

No matter how rocky this year may be, I still plan to rock it, as always! What else can you do?

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

🥂

WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

Contact me at: maryannechristiano@gmail.com

EVENTS

Contact me (maryannechristiano@gmail.com) if your library, JCC, rotary club, or senior group would love to have a presentation. Topics are listed below. Or we can discuss creating a topic for additional cost. 

I’m also available to help at trade shows such as Chiller and Comic Con.

For all events, payment is due day of. Waiver or contract must be signed in advance.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Saturday, February 10, 2024, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Scotch Plains Library, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. FREE, but call the library to register. (Rain/Snow date, February 24, 2024).

Wednesday, March 13, 2024, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Arbor Terrace, Mountainside, NJ.

Thursday, March 14, 2024, 7:30 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Barron Arts Center, Woodbridge Township, NJ. Free, but call Barron Arts Center to register.

List of Topics for Speaking Engagements

General/Seniors

“Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry”

“Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” (land lines, typewriters, etc.)

Workshops

“Meet Your Soul Mate: It’s Easier Than You Think”

What makes my lectures unique is that I get the audience to participate, sharing their views and experiences. They always have a great time! (And we have giveaways!)

Call 908-276-1514 for pricing and availability.

JOURNALISM

Link to my articles for Essex News Daily: https://essexnewsdaily.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta

Link to my articles for Union News Daily: https://unionnewsdaily.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta

Link to my articles for Trenton Journal: https://trentonjournal.com/author/maryanne-christiano-mistretta/

BOOKS

“The Gypsy Smiled” (2nd printing) by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1132781418

“So You Think You Know The Jersey Shore?” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta – https://www.amazon.com/You-Think-Know-Jersey-Shore/dp/1928758088

“Be (Extra)Ordinary: Ten Ways to Become Your Own Hero” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  Be ExtraOrdinary

“I Don’t Want to Be Like You” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  I Don’t Want to Be Like You

INSPIRATION

If you need further inspiration, check out my You Tube channel. There are dozens of videos to make you smile: Be YOUnique, the anti-bullying You Tube channel

FREE BUTTONS

Pear Tree Enterprises has buttons! If you are interested in supporting Pear Tree by proudly wearing a button, please send your address to MaryAnneChristiano@Gmail.com Please put “Button” as the subject head.

Copyright (c) 2023 Pear Tree Enterprises. All rights reserved.

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Pear Tree – December 2023

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On the job selfie, just for fun, prior to reporting on an event

“Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” — Norman Vincent Peale

It’s so true that Christmas softens the world. Prior to the holiday season, everything seems so rushed, then it slows down and we can really enjoy ourselves. It will be my first Christmas without my mom, who passed away earlier this year. I look forward to being with family and good friends for comfort.

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays!

🎄

WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

Contact me at: maryannechristiano@gmail.com

EVENTS

Contact me (maryannechristiano@gmail.com) if your library, JCC, rotary club, or senior group would love to have a presentation. Topics are listed below. Or we can discuss creating a topic for additional cost. 

I’m also available to help at trade shows such as Chiller and Comic Con.

For all events, payment is due day of. Waiver or contract must be signed in advance.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tuesday, November 28, 2023, 7 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @ Nutley Library, Nutley, NJ. FREE, but call the library to register.

Saturday, February 10, 2024, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Scotch Plains Library, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. FREE, but call the library to register. (Rain/Snow date, February 24, 2024).

Wednesday, March 13, 2024, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Arbor Terrace, Mountainside, NJ.

Thursday, March 14, 2024, 7:30 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Barron Arts Center, Woodbridge Township, NJ. Free, but call Barron Arts Center to register.

List of Topics for Speaking Engagements

General/Seniors

“Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry”

“Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” (land lines, typewriters, etc.)

Workshops

“Meet Your Soul Mate: It’s Easier Than You Think”

What makes my lectures unique is that I get the audience to participate, sharing their views and experiences. They always have a great time! (And we have giveaways!)

Call 908-276-1514 for pricing and availability.

JOURNALISM

Here are some highlight stories from last month

Essex News Daily: https://essexnewsdaily.com/arts/novel-by-wo-native-revolves-around-local-landmarks

Union News Daily: https://unionnewsdaily.com/news/rahwau/artists-support-artists-at-rahway-craft-and-art-fair

BOOKS

“The Gypsy Smiled” (2nd printing) by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1132781418

“So You Think You Know The Jersey Shore?” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta – https://www.amazon.com/You-Think-Know-Jersey-Shore/dp/1928758088

“Be (Extra)Ordinary: Ten Ways to Become Your Own Hero” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  Be ExtraOrdinary

“I Don’t Want to Be Like You” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  I Don’t Want to Be Like You

INSPIRATION

If you need further inspiration, check out my You Tube channel. There are dozens of videos to make you smile: Be YOUnique, the anti-bullying You Tube channel

FREE BUTTONS

Pear Tree Enterprises has buttons! If you are interested in supporting Pear Tree by proudly wearing a button, please send your address to MaryAnneChristiano@Gmail.com Please put “Button” as the subject head.

Copyright (c) 2023 Pear Tree Enterprises. All rights reserved.

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Pear Tree – November 2023

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“Don’t find a fault. Find a remedy.”— Henry Ford

I’m so excited to say that the second printing of The Gypsy Smiled will be available in print in a few days!

In the meantime, you can read the Kindle version, available on Amazon, with Pleasant Gehman as my cover model! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CL5M3KNT

I’m just thrilled that in 2023 I had TWO books published! It’s really a dream come true.

My cat sitting business, Purrrrr-fect Paws is thriving and I’m super busy writing for Worrall Media and giving speaking engagements.

Cover model, Pleasant Gehman

WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

Contact me at: maryannechristiano@gmail.com

EVENTS

Contact me (maryannechristiano@gmail.com) if your library, JCC, rotary club, or senior group would love to have a presentation. Topics are listed below. Or we can discuss creating a topic for additional cost. 

I’m also available to help at trade shows such as Chiller and Comic Con.

For all events, payment is due day of. Waiver or contract must be signed in advance.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday, November 1, 2023, 1 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Chatham Senior Center, Chatham, New Jersey.

Saturday, November 18, 2023, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @ Glen Ridge Library, Glen Ridge, New Jersey. FREE, but call the library to register.

Tuesday, November 28, 2023, 7 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @ Nutley Library, Nutley, NJ. FREE, but call the library to register.

Saturday, February 10, 2024, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Scotch Plains Library, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. FREE, but call the library to register. (Rain/Snow date, February 24, 2024).

Wednesday, March 13, 2024, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Arbor Terrace, Mountainside, NJ.

List of Topics for Speaking Engagements

General/Seniors

“Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry”

“Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” (land lines, typewriters, etc.)

Workshops

“Meet Your Soul Mate: It’s Easier Than You Think”

What makes my lectures unique is that I get the audience to participate, sharing their views and experiences. They always have a great time! (And we have giveaways!)

Call 908-276-1514 for pricing and availability.

JOURNALISM

Here are some highlight stories from last month

Essex News Daily: https://essexnewsdaily.com/headlne-news/helping-the-homeless-get-a-home

Union News Daily: https://unionnewsdaily.com/news/cranford/audiences-are-head-over-heels-for-new-musical-comedy-at-cdc

BOOKS

“The Gypsy Smiled” (2nd printing) on Kindle (print version available in a few days!) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CL5M3KNT

“So You Think You Know The Jersey Shore?” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta – https://www.amazon.com/You-Think-Know-Jersey-Shore/dp/1928758088

“Be (Extra)Ordinary: Ten Ways to Become Your Own Hero” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  Be ExtraOrdinary

“I Don’t Want to Be Like You” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  I Don’t Want to Be Like You

INSPIRATION

If you need further inspiration, check out my You Tube channel. There are dozens of videos to make you smile: Be YOUnique, the anti-bullying You Tube channel

FREE BUTTONS

Pear Tree Enterprises has buttons! If you are interested in supporting Pear Tree by proudly wearing a button, please send your address to MaryAnneChristiano@Gmail.com Please put “Button” as the subject head.

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Pear Tree – October 2023

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Presenting “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember”

at New City Library, New City, New York

Library attendee sharing some cool Golden Books with the audience

“To travel is to take a journey into yourself”— Danny Kaye

This year celebrates the 15th year of my business, Pear Tree Enterprises.

It’s been a beautiful journey which began as a renaissance type of business and is now narrowed down to three major things — journalism, speaking, and writing books. (Along with a side business cat sitting!)

I’ve been many places and met many people, but the best part of the journey is what I’ve been feeling on the inside — a sense of accomplishment, a sense of empowerment, a sense of learning and growing, and a sense of great peace. I’ve been feeling so great lately, so much younger than my years and I’ve been telling myself, “I don’t ever want to retire — this is just too good!”

The “surprise” news that I mentioned last month is that The Gypsy Smiled is going to have a second printing! It will be published by Higher Ground, a publishing company that also did my book, I Don’t Want to Be Like You.

“Going Going Gone” is going going STRONG! I have four bookings coming up.

I’m wishing all of you a very Happy Autumn!

WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

Contact me at: maryannechristiano@gmail.com

EVENTS

Contact me (maryannechristiano@gmail.com) if your library, JCC, rotary club, or senior group would love to have a presentation. Topics are listed below. Or we can discuss creating a topic for additional cost. 

I’m also available to help at trade shows such as Chiller and Comic Con.

For all events, payment is due day of. Waiver or contract must be signed in advance.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday, November 1, 2023, 1 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Chatham Senior Center, Chatham, New Jersey.

Saturday, November 4, 2023, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @ Glen Ridge Library, Glen Ridge, New Jersey. FREE, but call the library to register. (Rain/Snow date, November 18, 2023).

Tuesday, November 28, 2023, 7 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @ Nutley Library, Nutley, NJ. FREE, but call the library to register.

Saturday, February 10, 2024, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Scotch Plains Library, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. FREE, but call the library to register. (Rain/Snow date, February 24, 2024).

List of Topics for Speaking Engagements

General/Seniors

“Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry”

“Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” (land lines, typewriters, etc.)

Workshops

“Meet Your Soul Mate: It’s Easier Than You Think”

What makes my lectures unique is that I get the audience to participate, sharing their views and experiences. They always have a great time! (And we have giveaways!)

Call 908-276-1514 for pricing and availability.

JOURNALISM

Here are some highlight stories from last month:

Trenton Journal: https://trentonjournal.com/matriarch-of-mill-hill-turns-9/

Essex News Daily: https://essexnewsdaily.com/headlne-news/lawyer-helping-children-in-haiti

Union News Daily: https://unionnewsdaily.com/news/mountainside/sept-11-is-remembered-at-echo-lake-park

BOOKS

“So You Think You Know The Jersey Shore?” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta – https://www.amazon.com/You-Think-Know-Jersey-Shore/dp/1928758088

“Be (Extra)Ordinary: Ten Ways to Become Your Own Hero” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  Be ExtraOrdinary

“I Don’t Want to Be Like You” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  I Don’t Want to Be Like You

INSPIRATION

If you need further inspiration, check out my You Tube channel. There are dozens of videos to make you smile: Be YOUnique, the anti-bullying You Tube channel

FREE BUTTONS

Pear Tree Enterprises has buttons! If you are interested in supporting Pear Tree by proudly wearing a button, please send your address to MaryAnneChristiano@Gmail.com Please put “Button” as the subject head.

Copyright (c) 2023 Pear Tree Enterprises. All rights reserved.

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Pear Tree – September 2023

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Befriending a cat in Woodstock, NY

“Like leaves we touch, we see
We will know the story
As autumn calls we’ll both remember
All those many years ago…”

(Lyrics “Turn of the Century,” by Yes, composed by Alan White, Steve Howe, and Jon Anderson).

The reason I chose song lyrics about death is that last month, another friend passed.

His name was Richard. He, and his friend Karl approached me at Willowbrook Shopping Mall back in the autumn of 1980. They wanted to talk to me because I was wearing a Gary Numan shirt and they had also attended the concert. Who would have known from that meeting, I’d be a great fan of their band Pharoah, be in the band as part of the stage show, and later marry the bassist.

When you know people that long and are still in touch with them they are like family. (Richard called my husband and I from time to time and always told us he loved us). And it hurts so much when they are gone; and to see their ashes put in the ground.

This has been a helluva summer, first my mom passing, then being blindsided by the death of Richard.

May he rest in peace; he was absolutely awesome. You can read my special tribute to Richard on my regular blog: https://maryannemistretta.wordpress.com/2023/08/27/rest-in-peace-richard-ayala-aka-rik-fabio/

I try to stay strong because there’s a lot going on business-wise and people are depending on me. But truth be told, I’m still walking around like a zombie. Maybe next month I’ll feel better. Death takes its toll on your mind and body, that’s for sure. One day at a time.

Meanwhile, I’m very busy writing for Trenton Journal and Worrall Media. And my cat sitting business is over the top! All my repeat clients, plus two new ones decided to go on vacation at the same time. It’s been a cat dancing party every day and is going on until mid-September!

There are four “Going Going Gone” lectures coming up (see below) and one “Newies.”

Sales for “So You Think You Know the Jersey Shore?” are going super strong! It may be my biggest selling book yet!

And there’s a very special surprise in October!

WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

Contact me at: maryannechristiano@gmail.com

EVENTS

Contact me (maryannechristiano@gmail.com) if your library, JCC, rotary club, or senior group would love to have a presentation. Topics are listed below. Or we can discuss creating a topic for additional cost. 

I’m also available to help at trade shows such as Chiller and Comic Con.

For all events, payment is due day of. Waiver or contract must be signed in advance.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tuesday, September 26, 2023, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @New City Library, New City, New York. FREE, but call the library to register.

Wednesday, November 1, 2023, 1 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Chatham Senior Center, Chatham, New Jersey.

Saturday, November 4, 2023, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @ Glen Ridge Library, Glen Ridge, New Jersey. FREE, but call the library to register. (Rain/Snow date, November 18, 2023).

Tuesday, November 28, 2023, 7 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @ Nutley Library, Nutley, NJ. FREE, but call the library to register.

Saturday, February 10, 2024, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Scotch Plains Library, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. FREE, but call the library to register. (Rain/Snow date, February 24, 2024).

List of Topics for Speaking Engagements

General/Seniors

“Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry”

“Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” (land lines, typewriters, etc.)

“Lockdown in the 1970s…what if?” (NEW!!)

Workshops

“Meet Your Soul Mate: It’s Easier Than You Think”

What makes my lectures unique is that I get the audience to participate, sharing their views and experiences. They always have a great time! (And we have giveaways!)

Call 908-276-1514 for pricing and availability.

JOURNALISM

Here are some highlight stories from last month:

Trenton Journal: https://trentonjournal.com/matriarch-of-mill-hill-turns-9/

Essex News Daily: https://essexnewsdaily.com/headlne-news/actor-reflects-on-career-during-strike

Union News Daily: https://unionnewsdaily.com/sports/union-farmers-market-promotes-shopping-locally-and-a-sense-of-community

BOOKS

“So You Think You Know The Jersey Shore?” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta – https://www.amazon.com/You-Think-Know-Jersey-Shore/dp/1928758088

“Be (Extra)Ordinary: Ten Ways to Become Your Own Hero” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  Be ExtraOrdinary

“I Don’t Want to Be Like You” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  I Don’t Want to Be Like You

INSPIRATION

If you need further inspiration, check out my You Tube channel. There are dozens of videos to make you smile: Be YOUnique, the anti-bullying You Tube channel

FREE BUTTONS

Pear Tree Enterprises has buttons! If you are interested in supporting Pear Tree by proudly wearing a button, please send your address to MaryAnneChristiano@Gmail.com Please put “Button” as the subject head.

Copyright (c) 2023 Pear Tree Enterprises. All rights reserved.

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Pear Tree – August 2023

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Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta

“Let the beauty of what you love be what you do.” — Rumi

I probably talk about my career more than anyone I know. I just absolutely love it! Being an author, speaker, journalist (and most recently my cat sitting side business) — I’m living the dream.

Though the past month was rough, mourning the death of my mom (who died June 10, 2023), keeping busy doing things I love was very helpful. I didn’t dread getting up in the morning and looked forward to many of the super fun career things that happened last month — my second book signing for “So You Think You Know the Jersey Shore” at Caldwell Library and seeing some awesome friends; sitting some favorite cats; and interviewing people I highly admire, like supermodel Carol Alt!

I’m still existing in a bit of a grief fog and I do admit it can be hard taking it “one day at a time” but as hard as it is, I’m surrounded by amazing people in my career and in my life, who all make the journey a bit smoother for me. And I thank them!

This month I’ll be celebrating my 60th birthday and I am ecstatic about that!

WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

Contact me at: maryannechristiano@gmail.com

EVENTS

Contact me (maryannechristiano@gmail.com) if your library, JCC, rotary club, or senior group would love to have a presentation. Topics are listed below. Or we can discuss creating a topic for additional cost. 

I’m also available to help at trade shows such as Chiller and Comic Con.

For all events, payment is due day of. Waiver or contract must be signed in advance.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Thursday, September 21, 2023, 2 p.m. “History of the Newspaper Industry” Renaissance at Raritan Valley, Somerset, NJ. Call 732-532-6156 to register.

Tuesday, September 26, 2023, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @New City Library, New City, NY. FREE, but call the library to register.

Wednesday, November 1, 2023, 1 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @Chatham Senior Center, Chatham, New Jersey.

Tuesday, November 28, 2023, 7 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @ Nutley Library, Nutley, NJ. FREE, but call the library to register.

Saturday, November 4, 2023, 2 p.m. “Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” @ Glen Ridge Library, Glen Ridge, New Jersey. FREE, but call the library to register. (Rain/Snow date, November 18, 2023).

List of Topics for Speaking Engagements

General/Seniors

“Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry”

“Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” (land lines, typewriters, etc.)

“Lockdown in the 1970s…what if?” (NEW!!)

Workshops

“Meet Your Soul Mate: It’s Easier Than You Think”

What makes my lectures unique is that I get the audience to participate, sharing their views and experiences. They always have a great time! (And we have giveaways!)

Call 908-276-1514 for pricing and availability.

JOURNALISM

I was ecstatic to interview supermodel Carol Alt who is starring in a new movie, “My Last Best Friend” which will premiere at Union County Performing Arts Center, Rahway, NJ, July 27.

The movie also stars Eric Roberts and Rico Simonini, who will be at the premiere doing a Q&A.

Here is my article, and I am so psyched to go to this! https://unionnewsdaily.com/news/rahwau/my-last-best-friend-to-be-screened-at-ucpac

BOOKS

“So You Think You Know The Jersey Shore?” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta – https://www.amazon.com/You-Think-Know-Jersey-Shore/dp/1928758088

“Be (Extra)Ordinary: Ten Ways to Become Your Own Hero” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  Be ExtraOrdinary

“I Don’t Want to Be Like You” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta  I Don’t Want to Be Like You

INSPIRATION

If you need further inspiration, check out my You Tube channel. There are dozens of videos to make you smile: Be YOUnique, the anti-bullying You Tube channel

FREE BUTTONS

Pear Tree Enterprises has buttons! If you are interested in supporting Pear Tree by proudly wearing a button, please send your address to MaryAnneChristiano@Gmail.com Please put “Button” as the subject head.

Copyright (c) 2023 Pear Tree Enterprises. All rights reserved.