The photo below is Magician BJ Hickman with star of magic Shimada. Shimada was honored recently at The International Brotherhood of Magicians convention in Nashville.
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New "Hickman's Happenings" Newsletter

This is the 94th edition of your free monthly e-newsletter, "Hickman's Happenings" - thoughts and things from magician/speaker BJ Hickman at the headquarters for Family Entertainment and Speaking Services.

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This month, BJ Hickman's free e-newsletter (Hickman's Happenings) includes:
1. What's New2. Thought for the Month3. Business of the Month4. Press Release of the Month5. BJ Hickman's Schedule6. Partly Personal7. Links8. A Funny Thing Happened

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1. WHAT'S NEW?
I'm back for a week at Hollywood's Magic Castle in October. L.A. area readers take note (there are a few): Some daytime dates are available while I'm out there. (BJ@BJHickman.com)

I just emailed "call for artists" for a group school mailing (Showcase of Educational Performers) that will go out next month. Know anyone who is interested in reaching a thousand or more school assembly decision makers? Email BJ@BJHickman.com.

What a thrill to have met so many magicians, so much fun at The International Brotherhood of Magicians convention in Nashville this summer. It's my 40th year as a member and I was in the "Big Three" line-up of lecturers. Thank you!

The fair season is upon us. Looking forward to Deerfield, Fryeburg, Sandwich.

In November I'll start working on the 2010 BJ Hickman Magic Newspaper. Email me if you would like to write a guest column, advertise, help find new advertisers ($!).

We just got back from Las Vegas. Loved Nathan Burton's Comedy Magic Show at the Flamingo! Check it out.

I am also the Advertising Manager for The International Brotherhood of Magicians monthly trade magazine, The Linking Ring, and their web portal, 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 www.Magician.org.) Let me know and I'll supply details. (BJ@BJHickman.com)

Remember, referrals are appreciated!

I must blush now... I got the following email from Susan B. Kominz. Thank you!!!!!

Dear BJ,

It is with great pleasure that I am writing to thank you for yet another wonderful hour full of fun and laughter! My husband and I have seen your performance several times over the years and yet it is always fresh and full of life as you add new things and present time honored sleight of hand infused with your own personal flair. You are a consummate performer with a delightful sense of humor and impeccable timing which brings a refreshing smoothness to your show. I enjoy it every time! Your comedic presentation and ability to interact quickly and naturally with every audience is an amazing feat of magic in itself! You are a true gentleman with a clean, wholesome act that children and senior citizens alike will appreciate and look forward to seeing again, just as I do! Every BJ Hickman show is "magic"! Thank you!

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/.

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2. THOUGHT (Quote) FOR THE MONTH:

"I shall pass through this world but once. Any good, therefore, that I can do or any kindness that I can show to any human being, let me do it now." -Jerry Lewis

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3. Thanks to my business of the month, Rouleau's Precision Auto Repair in Somersworth, NH. (www.rouleaus.com) They keep the magic-mobile moving. Someone tell Marty Rouleau that he's being talked about on the internet.

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4. NEWS RELEASE OF THE MONTH:

New Hampshire magician BJ Hickman remembers watching Japanese magician Shimada on The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson. He was on Carson’s show four times. Shimada has earned the prestige of being the most awarded and celebrated magician in the history of magic. "He has always been one of my favorites," according to Hickman. "Shimada has performed on hundreds of TV shows, in Las Vegas, and all over the world."

The International Brotherhood of Magicians (I.B.M.) honored Shimada at their annual convention this year. Hickman was on the same bill.

"It was such an honor to meet Shimada and spend some time talking with him," Hickman said. "He’s a star in magic." Shimada’s publicist wrote, "With elegance, grace and undeniable mystery, Shimada is captivating the moment he steps on stage. The sheer intensity of his eyes hypnotizes the audience as he performs feat after feat of flawless magic with doves and silks, cards and candles. Shimada is also famous for his spectacular Dragon Act."

Hickman is a 40 year member of the I.B.M. and spoke at this year’s annual convention in Nashville recently. Hickman shared the best of his magic routines and marketing strategies with I.B.M attendees.

The I.B.M. is the world’s largest organization for magicians and for people interested in the magical arts with nearly 12,000 members worldwide in over 300 local chapters in 73 countries. It is considered to be the most respected organization for magic collectors, amateur and professional magicians in the world.

Magician BJ Hickman entertains family audiences primarily throughout New England and occasionally elsewhere. He returns next month for seven nights at Hollywood’s Magic Castle.

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.

With a background in advertising and communications, Hickman also works with a number of fellow performing artists and private businesses in their marketing and public relations efforts.
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 September, 2009

St. Ann's, Dover, NH.

Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, 4:30, Sat., Sept. 12.

Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, 2:30. Sun, Sept. 13.

Estabrook School, Lexington, MA.

Hastings School, Lexington, MA.

Milton, NH Elementary School.

Portsmouth, NH

Showcase of Educational Performers group mailing prep. Details, BJ@BJHickman.com.

October Highlights:

Deerfield Fair, NH, 10:00, 1:00, 4:00, October 1.

Deerfield Fair, 10:30, 1:30, 4:30, October 2.

Deerfield Fair, 9:30, 12:30, 4:00, October 3.

Deerfield Fair, 10:00, 1:00 5:00, October 4.

Every Child Matters event, Concord, NH, Mon., Oct. 5, 11:00 State House lawn.

Bow, NH Magic classes, several dates. (Contact Bow Recreation).

Fryeburg Fair, Maine, 12 - 2 and 4:00, Thursday, Oct. 8.

Sandwich Fair, 11:00, 2:00, Sat., Oct. 10.

Magic Castle, (7 nights) Hollywood, CA.

Exeter, NH Fall Festival, Sat., October 24.

Belmont Elementary School.

Bow, NH Halloween event, Wed., Oct. 28, 6:00.

North Andover, MA, Rotary Ghoul School event, October 31.

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6. PARTLY PERSONAL

No shows Labor Day weekend - most of the whole family will be home!

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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: http://www.carolallisonart.com/

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8. A FUNNY THING HAPPENED:

I had a show for the first day of summer camp at an elementary school. A little 6 year old boy was helping me on stage with The Linking Rings magic effect. This little boy had a face like Bill Cosby having just eaten a Jello pudding pop. He gestured for me to listen. He said, 'Last year, I saw you do this at the Dover festival – and the same thing happened! But this time, it’s happening to ME!!!

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