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“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?
- BOOK EDITING (Completed manuscripts only)
- SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
- OVER 60 MODELING
- EVENT HELP
- CAT SITTING via Meowtel (https://meowtel.com/cat-parent/762c6cabde88c8018866d0aa648de998)
- ACTING (Supporting roles or extra work, non-Union) – Link to Actors Access: https://resumes.actorsaccess.com/2097959-5860927
- JOURNALISM
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
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