Thank you Foster's Daily Democrat, for printing the article on a magician getting tricky during a tricky economy. Read it at: http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090524/GJBUSINESS_01/705249990
Last week, also published in the business section, an article about new relationships with Hackmatack Playhouse in Berwick, Maine and International Brotherhood of Magicians. Link is: http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090516/GJBUSINESS_01/705169986
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
June and July BJ Hickman schedule posted.
BJ Hickman's Schedule Highlights for June, 2009
Fayetteville, NC. (private).
Alliance for Better Childcare.
Main Dunstable School, Nashua, NH
Lexington Extended Day (MA).
Old Landing, Durham, NH.
Seacoast Learning Center, NH.
Great Bay Kids, Stratham Hill Park, NH.
Edna Libby School, Sebago Lake, ME.
Interlakes, Meredith, NH.
NH Special Olympics, UNH track field, 1:30, Fri., June 12.
Portsmouth High School (NH).
Nordic Village, Jackson, NH (Several dates)
Reeds Ferry Elementary School, NH.
Londonderry, NH.
Co-op Food Store event, 10:30 - 12:30, Hanover, NH.
Tri City Christian Academy, Somersworth, NH.
Kindercare, Andover, MA.
Wentworth Douglass Hospital, Dover, NH outing.
Growing Places, Durham, NH.
Hampton Falls, NH.
Paistow Old Home Day, 10AM, Sat., June 27, on the green.
Kensington, NH.
Nashville, TN, International Brotherhood of Magicians Convention.
July Highlights:
Nashville, TN, International Brotherhood of Magicians Convention.
Poland Spring Campground, Maine.
VACATION
Rochester, NH.
Mason's Day, Strawberry Banke, Portsmouth, NH. 2:00 Sat., July 11.
Nordic Village, Jackson, NH (several dates).
Lexington, MA.
North Andover Youth Services, MA, 10:00AM, July 14, Town Common.
Massebecic Audubon Center Waste Management sponsored show, Auburn, NH.
Dorcester Old Home Day (NH), 9:30AM, Sat., July 18.
Kindercare, Merrimack, NH.Kids Inn, Amherst, NH.
Peabody YMCA, MA.
Saugus YMCA, MA.
Tracy Library, New London, NH, 2:00, Wed., July 29.
Ossipee (NH) Recreation, Town Hall, 6:30PM, Thurs., July 30.
Camp Eaton, York Beach, Maine.
Fayetteville, NC. (private).
Alliance for Better Childcare.
Main Dunstable School, Nashua, NH
Lexington Extended Day (MA).
Old Landing, Durham, NH.
Seacoast Learning Center, NH.
Great Bay Kids, Stratham Hill Park, NH.
Edna Libby School, Sebago Lake, ME.
Interlakes, Meredith, NH.
NH Special Olympics, UNH track field, 1:30, Fri., June 12.
Portsmouth High School (NH).
Nordic Village, Jackson, NH (Several dates)
Reeds Ferry Elementary School, NH.
Londonderry, NH.
Co-op Food Store event, 10:30 - 12:30, Hanover, NH.
Tri City Christian Academy, Somersworth, NH.
Kindercare, Andover, MA.
Wentworth Douglass Hospital, Dover, NH outing.
Growing Places, Durham, NH.
Hampton Falls, NH.
Paistow Old Home Day, 10AM, Sat., June 27, on the green.
Kensington, NH.
Nashville, TN, International Brotherhood of Magicians Convention.
July Highlights:
Nashville, TN, International Brotherhood of Magicians Convention.
Poland Spring Campground, Maine.
VACATION
Rochester, NH.
Mason's Day, Strawberry Banke, Portsmouth, NH. 2:00 Sat., July 11.
Nordic Village, Jackson, NH (several dates).
Lexington, MA.
North Andover Youth Services, MA, 10:00AM, July 14, Town Common.
Massebecic Audubon Center Waste Management sponsored show, Auburn, NH.
Dorcester Old Home Day (NH), 9:30AM, Sat., July 18.
Kindercare, Merrimack, NH.Kids Inn, Amherst, NH.
Peabody YMCA, MA.
Saugus YMCA, MA.
Tracy Library, New London, NH, 2:00, Wed., July 29.
Ossipee (NH) Recreation, Town Hall, 6:30PM, Thurs., July 30.
Camp Eaton, York Beach, Maine.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Dom DeLuise
Reflecting back when I heard that Actor/Comedian Dom DeLuise died the other day, I went through my notes from a conference I attended in Los Angeles in 1997. It was a "Professional Performers Workshop." About a dozen magicians from around the country gathered to exchange ideas and spend some time with celebrity guest lecturers.
Magician BJ Hickman with actor/comedian Dom DeLuise in 1997, a year after Hickman left broadcasting to go into business for himself.
I had a chance to talk with Dom DeLuise at some length during the workshop (He loved magic and one of his characters was that of a bumbling magician). He told me that it was important in his career to diversify. He mentioned that he wasn't in any movies that year, but that he was doing all right. He talked about diversification, creativity, and a good business sense. When he died, the headlines noted he was an Actor, Comedian, Chef, Author, and voice in Animated Films.
It's advice like DeLuise's that, on a much smaller scale, made me consider adding speaking presentations, marketing and advertising services, and educational programs to my "magic show" business; and add creative techniques to make sure I stay productive.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
May Hickman's Happernings
WHAT'S NEW?Photos? Do you have any action photos of me performing my magic show? I need something for a promotional project I'm working on. You never know. Are my eyes open? Am I smiling? Email it to me, BJ@BJHickman.com. Thanks!
In photo, audience member "Joe" helps BJ Hickman with The Linking Rings at The Deerfield Fair in New Hampshire.
Why no e-newsletters the last two months? In addition to my magic shows and speaking presentations, I have taken on clients with my "BJ Hickman Communications" services.
Why no e-newsletters the last two months? In addition to my magic shows and speaking presentations, I have taken on clients with my "BJ Hickman Communications" services.
I am doing some public relations for Hackmatack Playhouse in Berwick, Maine (Check out http://www.hackmatack.org/.)
I am also the new Advertising Manager for The International Brotherhood of Magicians monthly trade magazine, The Linking Ring, and their web portal, http://www.magician.org/.
Want to reach thousands of magicians with your advertising message? (12,000 Linking Ring subscribers, average 20,000 monthly web visitors on http://www.magician.org/.) Let me know and I'll supply details. (BJ@BJHickman.com)
Remember, referrals are appreciated!
Ovaltine! A couple of readers have sent me plastic Ovaltine containers for a bit I do in my magic show. I need more! If you use the product, let me know. I'll pay the postage for your empties (with labels).
The latest on my 2009 "BJ Hickman Magic Newspaper." Advertisers and other contributors will be getting their copies in the mail soon. I am grateful to be so busy during these unusual economic times.
35!!! The summer magic show schedule is looking great. I was just booked for a show this summer for the Cochecho Arts Festival in Dover. It's my longest running gig. It will be my 35th consecutive year performing for the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce.
My other e-newsletter for performing artists and speakers is the "T-Report." "T" is for tasteful, tips, tricks, and techniques for improving our shows, other presentations and marketing. A place to learn and share. Subscribe on my magicians only page at http://www.bjhickman.com/.
Thanks to my business of the month, http://www.manchester411.net/. It's a nice way to see what's up, and what's available in New Hampshire's biggest city, the Queen City, Manchester.
What's the next "stage" in the life of BJ Hickman?
BJ Hickman's Schedule Highlights for May, 2009
Garrison School, Dover, NH.
Big Brother/Big Sister event - Bowl-o-rama, Portsmouth, NH, 11AM, May 2.
Barrington Middle School (NH), open to the public - 2:00, Sat., May 2.
Federation of New York Solid Waste/Recycling Conference.
St. Catherine School, Manchester, NH.
Clipper Harbour, Portsmouth, NH.
Edgewood Center, Portsmouth, NH.
Holy Cross, Manchester, NH.
Laconia Center, NH.
Epsom Health Care, NH.
Milton, MA DPW, 10:30 and 12:30, Sat., May 16.
St. Mary School, Dover, NH.
Concord, NH High School.
Havenwood, Concord, NH.
Brookline, MA DPW, 5 shows all day, Tues., May 19.
Fayetteville, NC. (private)
June Highlights:
Lexington Extended Day (MA).
Old Landing, Durham, NH.
Great Bay Kids, Stratham Hill Park, NH.
Edna Libby School, Sebago Lake, ME.
Interlakes, Meredith, NH.
NH Special Olympics, UNH track field, 1:30, Fri., June 12.
Portsmouth High School (NH).
Londonderry, NH.
Co-op Food Store event, 10:30 - 12:30, Hanover, NH.
Growing Places, Durham, NH.
Hampton Falls, NH.
Paistow Old Home Day, 10AM, Sat., June 27, on the green.
Kensington, NH.
Nashville, TN, International Brotherhood of Magicians Convention. Check out http://www.magician.org/.
PARTLY PERSONAL
Did I mention that Donna, and yours truly, recently found out we are going to be GRAND PARENTS for the first time? Jenny and Fran are expecting in November! Congratulations!!
A FUNNY THING HAPPENED:
A 5 year old, after one of my magic shows the other day in Maine: "Great show, but you didn't do the water trick. Oh, that wasn't you, was it? That was the other magician. Hey, I've seen two magicians. I'm doing pretty good for a 5 year old!"
Sunday, March 22, 2009
BJ Hickman has a Passion for Positive Publicity
Wanted: A regionally based company in need of professional marketing and/or public relations representation.
Locally, many people already know about the “against all odds” success of BJ Hickman Magic Shows throughout the region and the US. He transformed his hobby to become one of America’s busiest magicians. His marketing expertise was earned during over 20 years in broadcast advertising sales, creativity and management. In addition to creating his own media coverage, he has consulted for other performing artists nationally, and has been responsible for public relations and media coverage for business and non-profit accounts locally.
BJ Hickman recently cut back lecturing and consulting services for fellow performing artists nationally which opens new opportunities with availability locally.
What are your wishes? Put BJ Hickman to work for you!
Do you need help building relationships between your company and the media, salespeople, customers, prospects, potential employees? Building goodwill with the community? Improving image? Stimulating positive word-of-mouth? Preparing for a new product or service launch?
Your needs may include introductory and/or maintained relationships with local or regional newspapers, electronic media, or trade publications.
Perhaps you want regularly submitted, professionally written, and likely to get read:
BJ Hickman can meet with you, the staff, management, departments, and board regularly:
Locally, many people already know about the “against all odds” success of BJ Hickman Magic Shows throughout the region and the US. He transformed his hobby to become one of America’s busiest magicians. His marketing expertise was earned during over 20 years in broadcast advertising sales, creativity and management. In addition to creating his own media coverage, he has consulted for other performing artists nationally, and has been responsible for public relations and media coverage for business and non-profit accounts locally.
BJ Hickman recently cut back lecturing and consulting services for fellow performing artists nationally which opens new opportunities with availability locally.
What are your wishes? Put BJ Hickman to work for you!
Do you need help building relationships between your company and the media, salespeople, customers, prospects, potential employees? Building goodwill with the community? Improving image? Stimulating positive word-of-mouth? Preparing for a new product or service launch?
Your needs may include introductory and/or maintained relationships with local or regional newspapers, electronic media, or trade publications.
Perhaps you want regularly submitted, professionally written, and likely to get read:
- press releases
- public service announcements
- listings
- media pitches
- Internal communications
- Customer and prospect communications
BJ Hickman can meet with you, the staff, management, departments, and board regularly:
- To improve relations
- Produce ideas
- Advance communications
You might like help maintaining communications with updated:
- Website
- Blog
- Newsletters
- Daily memo
Receive recommendations and help following through with:
- Publicity
- Media relations
- Advertising
- Branding
- Positioning
- Website
- Overall company image
Engage BJ Hickman as your new Public Relations Director, Community Relations Manager, Publicist, or Marketing Director to work independently or in conjunction with your existing marketing staff or agencies, PART-TIME, as little as one day per week.
There’s more. Something that no other public relations firm can offer: Full access to BJ Hickman’s magic show entertainment services for special events, trade shows, and conferences available at either no additional cost or for a fraction of usual fees. Take advantage, he’s really a magician. That includes:
- Trade Show booth attraction
- Master of Ceremonies service
- Employee or customer/prospect event entertainment,
- AND, if appropriate, promotional inclusion in BJ Hickman Magic Show publications and products (Magic Newspaper, email and printed newsletters, websites, etc.)
Your investment is a fraction of what it would be for a full-time employee and you pay no insurance benefits, no expense accounts, and no new office space. You provide a part-time workspace (conference room, etc.), phone extension with voicemail, and company email address.
Your investment will vary depending on your needs (the extent of services to be included). Any expenses will be mutually agreed on. (No surprises.)
Only companies or organizations with family friendly, politically correct agendas will be considered. Some products or services may be ineligible for representation.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
January - So far - so good...
January newsletter...
1. WHAT'S NEW?
My jumping business card. Yes, I have gone green. There's even a green frog printed on the back of my business card. Check out the link on my magic show page of www.BJHickman.com. It's real easy to fold a business card (or playing card) so it looks (and jumps) like a frog.
Welcome to new Ohio friends who attended my PediaTRICKS presentations. Thanks for all who signed up for this newsletter. I promised the link to the video on how to make those hopping business card frogs (above). Simple as it is, young children just love them.
I'm thrilled and honored to have been asked to lecture this year at the annual convention of the International Brotherhood of Magicians (in Nashville). It's my 40th year as a member of the organization. Details at:
http://www.magician.org/portal/en/node/670
Remember, referrals are appreciated!
Please check out a video from a recent BJ Hickman speaking presentation. Go to: http://www.youtube.com/v/rlwQ8xlrp6w. Please forward it to someone you know in health care.
Magician/Speaker and friend John Cooper came up with the name "Hickman's Happenings" for this e-newsletter when he suggested YEARS ago that I keep in touch with clients, prospects, friends and fans with an email newsletter. John passed away December 28. Support for the family can be sent to his wife, Cathi Cooper, 101 Beulah Drive, Anderson SC 29625 USA. Financial contributions can also be addressed to: The JOHN V. COOPER FUND, c/o Regions Bank, 3404 Clemson Boulevard, Anderson SC 29621.
My other e-newsletter for performing artists and speakers is the "T-Report." "T" is for tasteful, tips, tricks, and techniques for improving our shows, other presentations and marketing. A place to learn and share. Subscribe on my magicians only page at www.BJHickman.com. Magician and friend Jeff McBride shares some tips in recent issues.
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2. THOUGHT (Quote) FOR THE MONTH:
"With hope and virtue, let us brave once more the icy currents, and endure what storms may come." -Barack Obama, 1/20/09
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3. Thanks to my business of the month, Geno's Chowder and Sandwich Shop, 177 Mechanic St., Portsmouth, NH. Geno's is now in their 44th year! Check out www.GenosChowder.com.
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4. NEWS RELEASE OF THE MONTH:
December Ice Storm Yields Magical March Anne-Marie House Fundraiser(For release – January 22, 2009)
A special performance of The BJ Hickman Magic Show to benefit Anne-Marie House of Hudson is rescheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 1:30 due to the ice storm in December. The show will be at Nashua Lodge of Elks, 120 Daniel Webster Highway in Nashua. This will be a full hour family magic show with fun magic, audience participation, and will include magic instruction so children will be able to learn a few tricks. Some magic tricks and souvenirs will be available for sale with proceeds also to benefit Anne-Marie House.
Anne-Marie House of Hudson, New Hampshire is operated by The Greater Nashua Interfaith Hospitality Network (GNIHN). The Anne-Marie House accommodates up to 24 persons, where families experiencing homelessness are offered food, shelter and supportive services. There are three staff persons overseeing this program, and more than 400 active volunteers who offer their time and talents to make the Anne-Marie House a “home …for now.”
For more information, Director of Anne-Marie House, Laurie Skibba, can be reached at 603-883-7338. For general inquires, email laskibba@gnihn.org. For donations, email donations@gnihn.org. More information is at www.gnihn.org.
Magician BJ Hickman entertains family audiences primarily throughout New England. The success of three instructional videotapes has earned him invitations to lecture at conferences and conventions for colleagues. In recent years, BJ has taken his experience to the domain of speaking for various groups. In his humorous keynote presentation or workshop, "PediaTRICKS.com," he instructs children's health care
professionals about keeping patients comfortable and relaxed in the doctor’s office. He and his family live in Dover.
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5. What's the next "stage" in the life of BJ Hickman?
BJ Hickman's Schedule Highlights for January, 2009:St. Mary's Church, Dover, NH, 10:00, January 4.Portsmouth, NH. (private).St. Ann's, Dover, NH.Tyngsboro, MA.Clubhouse, Derry, NH.Creative Growing, NH.VACATION.....Maine Fairs Association Conference, Portland.BJ Hickman Magic Newspaper Distribution begins for 2009 edition.Balsoms Resort, Dixville Notch, NH.
February Highlights:Balsoms Resort, Dixville Notch, NH.York, ME.Springfield, MA.Hartland Recreation, VT., 7:30PM, Friday, Feb.6.Derry (NH) Parks and Recreation Frost Festival, Masonic Building, Sat., Feb. 14, 1:00PM.Wells (ME) Public Library, Tues., Feb. 17, 2:00PM.Gunstock Ski Area (NH).New Franklin School, Portsmouth, NH.Manchester, NH (private).House party in Berwick, ME.
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6. PARTLY PERSONAL
We had the WHOLE family here (at home in New Hampshire) for the holidays. Hikes in the woods with my son, Dan (and my brother Bill), shopping, daughter Jenny helping with souvenir sales at my First Night Boston shows, Donna cooking, son-in-law Fran helping Jen clean her old room, shopping, visiting other relatives, a wonderful Christmas! Happy New Year!
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7. LINKS:
For further information about BJ Hickman Family Entertainment and Speaking Services, please go to these websites:
www.BJHickman.com. This is BJ Hickman's home page, which will connect to all departments. www.PediaTRICKS.com. This is specific to speaking engagements for groups of professionals who work with children.
www.InventiveTeacher.com. Details here about BJ's teacher professional development in-services. A wonderful artist: www.CarolAllisonArt.com
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8. A FUNNY THING HAPPENED:
Another call this week from a Mom wanting to book a show for her daughter's birthday party. She said I did a magic show at hers when she was a little girl. And I'm still having the time of my life!
1. WHAT'S NEW?
My jumping business card. Yes, I have gone green. There's even a green frog printed on the back of my business card. Check out the link on my magic show page of www.BJHickman.com. It's real easy to fold a business card (or playing card) so it looks (and jumps) like a frog.
Welcome to new Ohio friends who attended my PediaTRICKS presentations. Thanks for all who signed up for this newsletter. I promised the link to the video on how to make those hopping business card frogs (above). Simple as it is, young children just love them.
I'm thrilled and honored to have been asked to lecture this year at the annual convention of the International Brotherhood of Magicians (in Nashville). It's my 40th year as a member of the organization. Details at:
http://www.magician.org/portal/en/node/670
Remember, referrals are appreciated!
Please check out a video from a recent BJ Hickman speaking presentation. Go to: http://www.youtube.com/v/rlwQ8xlrp6w. Please forward it to someone you know in health care.
Magician/Speaker and friend John Cooper came up with the name "Hickman's Happenings" for this e-newsletter when he suggested YEARS ago that I keep in touch with clients, prospects, friends and fans with an email newsletter. John passed away December 28. Support for the family can be sent to his wife, Cathi Cooper, 101 Beulah Drive, Anderson SC 29625 USA. Financial contributions can also be addressed to: The JOHN V. COOPER FUND, c/o Regions Bank, 3404 Clemson Boulevard, Anderson SC 29621.
My other e-newsletter for performing artists and speakers is the "T-Report." "T" is for tasteful, tips, tricks, and techniques for improving our shows, other presentations and marketing. A place to learn and share. Subscribe on my magicians only page at www.BJHickman.com. Magician and friend Jeff McBride shares some tips in recent issues.
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2. THOUGHT (Quote) FOR THE MONTH:
"With hope and virtue, let us brave once more the icy currents, and endure what storms may come." -Barack Obama, 1/20/09
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3. Thanks to my business of the month, Geno's Chowder and Sandwich Shop, 177 Mechanic St., Portsmouth, NH. Geno's is now in their 44th year! Check out www.GenosChowder.com.
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4. NEWS RELEASE OF THE MONTH:
December Ice Storm Yields Magical March Anne-Marie House Fundraiser(For release – January 22, 2009)
A special performance of The BJ Hickman Magic Show to benefit Anne-Marie House of Hudson is rescheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 1:30 due to the ice storm in December. The show will be at Nashua Lodge of Elks, 120 Daniel Webster Highway in Nashua. This will be a full hour family magic show with fun magic, audience participation, and will include magic instruction so children will be able to learn a few tricks. Some magic tricks and souvenirs will be available for sale with proceeds also to benefit Anne-Marie House.
Anne-Marie House of Hudson, New Hampshire is operated by The Greater Nashua Interfaith Hospitality Network (GNIHN). The Anne-Marie House accommodates up to 24 persons, where families experiencing homelessness are offered food, shelter and supportive services. There are three staff persons overseeing this program, and more than 400 active volunteers who offer their time and talents to make the Anne-Marie House a “home …for now.”
For more information, Director of Anne-Marie House, Laurie Skibba, can be reached at 603-883-7338. For general inquires, email laskibba@gnihn.org. For donations, email donations@gnihn.org. More information is at www.gnihn.org.
Magician BJ Hickman entertains family audiences primarily throughout New England. The success of three instructional videotapes has earned him invitations to lecture at conferences and conventions for colleagues. In recent years, BJ has taken his experience to the domain of speaking for various groups. In his humorous keynote presentation or workshop, "PediaTRICKS.com," he instructs children's health care
professionals about keeping patients comfortable and relaxed in the doctor’s office. He and his family live in Dover.
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5. What's the next "stage" in the life of BJ Hickman?
BJ Hickman's Schedule Highlights for January, 2009:St. Mary's Church, Dover, NH, 10:00, January 4.Portsmouth, NH. (private).St. Ann's, Dover, NH.Tyngsboro, MA.Clubhouse, Derry, NH.Creative Growing, NH.VACATION.....Maine Fairs Association Conference, Portland.BJ Hickman Magic Newspaper Distribution begins for 2009 edition.Balsoms Resort, Dixville Notch, NH.
February Highlights:Balsoms Resort, Dixville Notch, NH.York, ME.Springfield, MA.Hartland Recreation, VT., 7:30PM, Friday, Feb.6.Derry (NH) Parks and Recreation Frost Festival, Masonic Building, Sat., Feb. 14, 1:00PM.Wells (ME) Public Library, Tues., Feb. 17, 2:00PM.Gunstock Ski Area (NH).New Franklin School, Portsmouth, NH.Manchester, NH (private).House party in Berwick, ME.
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6. PARTLY PERSONAL
We had the WHOLE family here (at home in New Hampshire) for the holidays. Hikes in the woods with my son, Dan (and my brother Bill), shopping, daughter Jenny helping with souvenir sales at my First Night Boston shows, Donna cooking, son-in-law Fran helping Jen clean her old room, shopping, visiting other relatives, a wonderful Christmas! Happy New Year!
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7. LINKS:
For further information about BJ Hickman Family Entertainment and Speaking Services, please go to these websites:
www.BJHickman.com. This is BJ Hickman's home page, which will connect to all departments. www.PediaTRICKS.com. This is specific to speaking engagements for groups of professionals who work with children.
www.InventiveTeacher.com. Details here about BJ's teacher professional development in-services. A wonderful artist: www.CarolAllisonArt.com
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8. A FUNNY THING HAPPENED:
Another call this week from a Mom wanting to book a show for her daughter's birthday party. She said I did a magic show at hers when she was a little girl. And I'm still having the time of my life!
Monday, December 1, 2008
Still booking for THIS WINTER!
It's been a busy fall with trips to Orlando, Toledo, and the west coast. Now I'm "home for the holidays," and grateful for lots of Holiday parties and local area winter events. Note that I'm back to Boston's First Night this New Year's Eve. If you go, please say hello if you are a BJ Hickman Blog reader or subscriber to my e-newsletter.
BJ Hickman's Schedule Highlights for December, 2008
Exeter Rotary, NH.
Greenland Central School, NH.
Lecture for magicians, Salem, MA Society of American Magicians.
Natick, MA.
Candia, NH.
Bedford Montessori. (NH).
Osprey landing, Portsmouth, NH.
Lakes Region General Hospital Holiday event.
Anne Marie House event at Nashua Elks, NH. Dec. 13 at 1:30.
Tyngsboro, MA.
Monadnock Community Hospital, NH for employees.
McLane Law Firm, Manchester, NH (private)
Catherine Morrill, Portland, ME.
Small Fry, Salem, MA.
Manchester, NH.
THERE ARE OPEN DATES BEFORE CHRISTMAS!
Waterville Valley, NH (private for members/residents).
First Night Boston, Hynes Convention Center, 1:45, 3:00, 4:15, December 31.
Coming in January, 2009:
St. Mary's Church, Dover, NH, 10:00, January 4.
Portsmouth, NH. (private).
St. Ann's, Dover, NH.
Tyngsboro, MA.
VACATION.....
BJ Hickman Magic Newspaper Distribution begins for 2009 edition.
BJ Hickman's Schedule Highlights for December, 2008
Exeter Rotary, NH.
Greenland Central School, NH.
Lecture for magicians, Salem, MA Society of American Magicians.
Natick, MA.
Candia, NH.
Bedford Montessori. (NH).
Osprey landing, Portsmouth, NH.
Lakes Region General Hospital Holiday event.
Anne Marie House event at Nashua Elks, NH. Dec. 13 at 1:30.
Tyngsboro, MA.
Monadnock Community Hospital, NH for employees.
McLane Law Firm, Manchester, NH (private)
Catherine Morrill, Portland, ME.
Small Fry, Salem, MA.
Manchester, NH.
THERE ARE OPEN DATES BEFORE CHRISTMAS!
Waterville Valley, NH (private for members/residents).
First Night Boston, Hynes Convention Center, 1:45, 3:00, 4:15, December 31.
Coming in January, 2009:
St. Mary's Church, Dover, NH, 10:00, January 4.
Portsmouth, NH. (private).
St. Ann's, Dover, NH.
Tyngsboro, MA.
VACATION.....
BJ Hickman Magic Newspaper Distribution begins for 2009 edition.
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