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?
- 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
- ACTING (non-union)
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
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