Mildred Kirschenbaum, a centenarian with a zest for life, is known for her viral life advice as a social media influencer, sharing her simple yet profound advice for a fulfilling life. She has been featured on Maria Shriver and other major media outlets, including NBC Today's Jenna & Hoda, CBS, and Fox. Publications like the Daily Mail, Next Avenue, AARP, Yahoo News, and The Sunday Paper also highlighted her inspiring story. She wrote her first book, "MILDRED'S MINDSET: WISDOM FROM A WOMAN CENTENARIAN," when she was 100 years old, to share her tips on longevity and living life to the fullest. 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 her unique perspective on life are set to inspire and uplift readers of all ages.
Gayle Kirschenbaum is an Emmy award-winning filmmaker, TV producer, writer, speaker, photographer, and forgiveness coach. She is the creator of several reality shows and has gained acclaim for her film "LOOK AT US NOW, MOTHER!" which chronicles her journey to forgive her mother and transform their relationship. The film premiered on Netflix and has had a global impact, and her TEDx talk "NO MORE DRAMA WITH MAMA" focuses on forgiveness. Another notable film, "A DOG'S LIFE: A DOGAMENTARY," premiered on HBO, portraying the heartwarming bond between dogs and humans through her own experiences with her Shih Tzu. Gayle's writings have been published in many outlets including The Huffington Post, Parade, Shondaland, The Ethel (AARP), and the LA Times. Her photographs have been exhibited internationally and in many private collections. Kirschenbaum's work has been featured in prominent media outlets including The New York Times and NBC's Today Show.
Marc Kirschenbaum is a leading American origami artist who has been active with the art form since the 1970's. He has developed hundreds of designs, covering a wide range of subjects. These works have appeared in over fifty books that he has either authored or contributed to. Kirschenbaum's pieces have been shown in major origami exhibitions (including the American Museum of Natural History, The Smithsonian, Mingei International Museum, and Hangar-7), small and chic SoHo shows, and even a private exhibition at the prestigious National Arts Club. He also gives back to the origami community through his volunteer efforts at OrigamiUSA, a premiere international origami organization, in both capacities as a Director and Chair of the Publications Committee.
