Vocalist Charlie Fusari and Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta
“Please go for your dreams. Whatever your ideals, you can become whatever you want to become.” … Michael Jackson
Pear Tree’s “Learn & Listen” series kicked off the year right with a wonderful tribute to Michael Jackson at the Elmwood Park Public Library. We were so lucky to get Charlie Fusari to perform before he went back to college. It was a full house and we had a great time. It was super cool when Charlie dedicated “Ben” to me at the end of the show. Then he had an encore and performed one of his originals!
Meanwhile, I’m having a blast writing and editing for Renna Media (http://rennamedia.com/). I got to reconnect with Ty Stephens, who I interviewed back in my days at The Montclair Times. Check the website for the Chathams issue – Ty is on the front cover doing a workshop at the Chatham Playhouse. It was fun seeing Ty again.
Aside from the Learn & Listen series, Pear Tree is still going strong on a part-time basis with other lectures, book signings, and ghost writing/book editing.
Lately I’ve been helping a client edit her Christian blog, which is extremely inspiring. Perhaps I can help you too?
Contact Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta today at: maryannechristiano@gmail.com
WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?
Feel free to contact me regarding my services (writing, ghost writing, book editing, blogging, typing, public speaking/lectures, and wedding officiant) at: MaryAnneChristiano@Gmail.com.
Rates are reasonable, and the first hour phone (or in-person) consultation is free to potential new clients. Every client who uses Pear Tree services will be featured in the newsletter (unless for whatever reason they don’t want to be in the newsletter, as privacy is respected).
And be sure to check out my blog (http://maryannemistretta.wordpress.com/) for updates and happenings.
AUTHOR
Books
“On the Guest List” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta
“On the Guest List” is available directly from my publisher, Next Century! To get your copy, go here: https://nextcenturypublishing.com/product/on-the-guest-list/
“Love Cats” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta
“Love Cats” is now available on Amazon! For paperback, go here:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1681020513 and for Kindle, go here:http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00YBGVJQS/
“The Gypsy Smiled” by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta
“The Gypsy Smiled” is now available Amazon! For paperback go here: https://www.amazon.com/Gypsy-Smiled-Maryanne-Christiano-Mistretta/dp/1545447470
And for Kindle, go here: https://www.amazon.com/Gypsy-Smiled-Maryanne-Christiano-Mistretta-ebook/dp/B074VC7MT9
UPCOMING PRESENTATIONS!
Sunday, February 4, 2018, 2 p.m. (Snow Date: February 11) “The Life and Music of Freddie Mercury: Featuring Rob Fusari” – Kinnelon Library, Kinnelon, New Jersey. Free.
Saturday, February 10, 2018, 11:30 a.m. “The History of Motown featuring Stephen Fuller” — Hillside Library, Hillside, New Jersey. Free.
Saturday, February 17, 2018, 3 p.m. “The Life and Music of Janis Joplin: Featuring Anna Oh” – Elmwood Park Library, Elmwood Park, New Jersey. Free.
Wednesday, March 7, 2018, 7 p.m. (Snow Date: March 21). “The Life and Music of Sammy Davis Jr. Featuring Stephen Fuller” — Carlstadt Library, Carlstadt, New Jersey. Free.
Thursday, March 15, 2018, 7 p.m. “The Life and Music of John Lennon” featuring Keith Beck — Mendham Library, Mendham, New Jersey. Free.
Saturday, March 17, 2018, 3 p.m. “The Life and Music of Ella Fitzgerald” – Elmwood Park Library, Elmwood Park, New Jersey. Free.
Tuesday, April 10, 2018, 6:30 p.m. Caldwell Library Literary Series. I’ll be speaking about my life as author and journalist. Caldwell Library, Caldwell, New Jersey. Free.
Saturday, April 21, 2018, 3 p.m. “The Life and Music of Nat King Cole Featuring Stephen Fuller” – Elmwood Park Library, Elmwood Park, New Jersey. Free.
Tuesday, April 24, 2018, 7 p.m. “The Life and Music of Johnny Cash Featuring Keith Beck” — Denville Library, Denville, New Jersey. Free.
Saturday, May 19, 2018, 3 p.m. “The Life and Music of Sammy Davis Jr. Featuring Stephen Fuller” – Elmwood Park Library, Elmwood Park, New Jersey. Free.
Monday, June 4, 2018, 7 p.m. “The Life and Music of Johnny Cash: Featuring Keith Beck” – Fairfield Library, Fairfield, New Jersey. Free.
Sunday, June 10, 2018, 2 p.m. “The Life and Music of Ella Fitzgerald” Cliffside Park Library, Cliffside Park, New Jersey. Free.
Sunday, September 16, 2018, 2 p.m. “Elton John’s ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road’ Featuring Rob Fusari” — Kinnelon Library, Kinnelon, New Jersey. Free.
Friday, November 16, 2018, 1 p.m. “Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry” — Woman’s Club of Chatham, “Chatham Room” of the Library, 214 Main Street, Chatham, New Jersey
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.
LECTURES
Below is the complete list of all the current available lectures. Please note: paid lectures are only available to corporations that pay “day of.” Pear Tree no longer presents programs to facilities that have a net 30, 60, 90-day policy.
General
“Newsies: History of the Newspaper Industry”
“Going Going Gone: What the Next Generation Won’t Remember” (land lines, typewriters, etc.)
Art and Inspiration/Motivational Speaking
“Say No to Bullying!”
“Create Your Dream Box and Make It Happen” (Limited to 10)
“Learn and Listen Series”
“The Life and Music of Freddie Mercury” (with Rob Fusari)
“History of Motown” (with Stephen Fuller)
“The Life and Music of Michael Jackson” (with Charlie Fusari or Stephen Fuller)
“The Life and Music of Sammy Davis Jr.” (with Stephen Fuller)
“The Life and Music of Nat King Cole” (with Stephen Fuller)
“The Life and Music of David Bowie” (with Keith Beck)
“The Life and Music of John Lennon” (with Keith Beck)
“The Life and Music of Johnny Cash” (with Keith Beck)
Pear Tree Music Extravaganza
Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta hosts music shows tailored to your needs featuring between one and three musical artists that she represents. So far, we have holiday shows and a show for Valentine’s Day. Is there something else you have in mind? Let’s talk! Call 908-276-1514
Health Conscious Foodies
(Note: Limited to 20 people)
“Raw Foods for Beginners” (includes raw pudding dessert)
“Healthy Pasta Alternatives” (includes dish)
“Eat Well for the Holidays” (includes dish)
Holiday
“Origin of April Fool’s Day”
“History and Origin of Mother’s Day”
Seniors
“Here’s to Your Health and the Benefits of Walking”
“Remembering Our Pets”
What makes my lectures unique is that I get the audience to participate, sharing their views and experiences. They always have a great time!
Call 908-276-1514 for pricing.
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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