Gayle Kirschenbaum presents Bullied to Besties, ft. Dr. Pamela Thompson

Join Emmy-winning filmmaker Gayle Kirschenbaum for the launch of Bullied to Besties, her powerful memoir of forgiveness. With psychologist Dr. Pamela Thompson and Gayle’s 102-year-old mother, Mildred—centenarian and beloved social media influencer.

Along with a discussion and audience Q&A, Gayle will also sign copies of her book.

• This is a ticketed in-store event with limited amphitheater-style seating.
• Doors open at 6:30pm.
• Books will be available for puchase at the event.
• Cost of a $5 general admission ticket can be applied towards your purchase of the featured event book or any product in our café the night of an event.
• Cost of a book bundle ticket reflects the total cost of the feature event book (MSRP plus tax). Each book bundle ticket guarantees ticket holders one (1) copy of the feature event book.
• The talk will be followed by a book signing. Books signed at P&T Knitwear events must be purchased from P&T Knitwear.
• If you would like a signed copy and cannot attend the event, we're happy to take your pre-order. We ship most places!
• We encourage all guests to wear masks.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Gayle Kirschenbaum is an Emmy-winning filmmaker, photographer, writer, and coach. Her film LOOK AT US NOW, MOTHER! premiered on Netflix and has been credited with transforming lives. Her TED talk is “No More Drama with Mama.” Gayle co-authored MILDRED’S MINDSET: WISDOM FROM A WOMAN CENTENARIAN with her mother, centenarian influencer Mildred Kirschenbaum. Her film A DOG’S LIFE: A DOGAMENTARY premiered on HBO. Gayle and her work have been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Shondaland, The Ethel (AARP), and on national television. BULLIED TO BESTIES: A DAUGHTER’S JOURNEY TO FORGIVENESS is her debut memoir. Publisher's Weekly calls it "a mesmeric memoir... more than a story of trauma–riveting and beautifully wrought."

At 102, Mildred Kirschenbaum has a zest for life. She is known for her viral life advice, as written in MILDRED'S MINDSET: WISDOM FROM A WOMAN CENTENARIAN, which features 20 tips on longevity and living life to the fullest. She is a social media influencer, sharing her simple yet profound tips for a fulfilling life. Mildred's positive attitude and love for socializing have endeared her to many, and her approach to life reflects her belief in enjoying every day. Her daughter, Gayle Kirschenbaum, has been instrumental in sharing her mother's wisdom with the world. Mildred's remarkable journey and unique perspective on life inspire and uplift readers of all ages.

Gayle and Mildred are influencers on social media. To follow, go to @glkirschenbaum on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads. To read Gayle's stories, subscribe to her Substack. To be kept in the know about BULLIED TO BESTIES, sign up here. For more information, visit GayleKirschenbaum.com.

ABOUT THE MODERATOR

Dr. Pamela Thompson is a clinical psychologist and the founder of Building Bridges to Better Lives, her private practice since 2004. She has worked with individuals, couples, groups, and trauma survivors since 1996. Dr. Thompson is the author of Surviving Mama, a guide for adult daughters healing difficult mother-daughter relationships. She appears in the documentary Look At Us Now, Mother! and the memoir Bullied to Besties as the therapist who helped facilitate a pivotal breakthrough between Gayle and her mother.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

P&T Knitwear Books & Podcasts, 180 Orchard Street, New York, United States