How to Survive in the “New Normal”

In our “new normal” during this Covid-19 era, we are forced to rethink our life, work, careers and obligations.   IN THIS ECONOMY  Many employees are laid off and considering the option to start a business. Various existing businesses are pivoting to revise their offerings, … READ FULL POST

The Dome at the Lake

This article witten by CJ Hirschfield during her long tenure as the “Queen Fairy” (Executive Director) of Children’s Fairyland in Oakland Last week I came across the script that was used when Fairyland’s train used to venture through Lakeside Park, before it was permanently brought … READ FULL POST

Bernstein’s “America” Caps Irony of “Vice”

If you’re going to see the extraordinary film Vice, you’ve just got to first revisit the number America in West Side Story (staged 1957). I was shocked by its sad relevancy to our current (racist) immigration strife and urban displacement, ironically set to uptempo, cheery music. … READ FULL POST

Songs & Company – Music Label

As Development Director, Allison promoted children’s recordings, one of the newest “hot” segments in the music industry in that time period. Allison worked with the President to initiate sales and marketing plans, gain entry to wholesale and retail markets, while creating, writing, and negotiating printing … READ FULL POST