Jen Ellis: Bernie's Mitten Maker

191 Bank Street,Burlington VT 05401

02 May, 2023

Description

Bernie’s Mitten Maker is a raw and honest account of the joy, stress, and shock of sudden internet fame. Told with captivating storytelling, this memoir explores the many roads that led to the Bernie Sanders mitten meme sensation that followed the 2021 presidential inauguration. Jen Ellis’s debut publication reads like an intimate conversation with an old friend. Vermont teacher, mother, and crafter, Ellis weaves the stories of her life together with humor and thoughtful insight. She shares her struggles with childhood trauma, infertility, and homophobia and shows us how crafting can build community and generosity can bring joy. Jen Ellis was a teacher and crafter when the mittens she sewed for Senator Bernie Sanders became the inspiration for millions of memes. Originally from South Portland, Maine, Ellis’s teaching career spanned nearly two decades in the public schools of North Carolina and Vermont. She is a songwriter, beekeeper, and still sews the occasional pair of mittens for local non-profit fundraisers. She is currently pursuing a masters in counseling from the University of Vermont. This is her debut publication. Ellis lives in Vermont with her wife and daughter. DATE: Tuesday, May 2nd, 7:00pm LOCATION: Phoenix Books Burlington, 191 Bank Street, downtown Burlington ADMISSION: This event is free and open to all, but advance registration is appreciated. Please register below. BOOKS: Signed copies of Bernie's Mitten Maker will be available at the event. Can't make it to the event but still want to purchase a signed, personalized copy? Please leave a note in the comment field at checkout. Click HERE to order. Copies will be available after the event on May 2nd. If you ordered a book for store pick up, we will contact you as soon as it's ready. If you ordered a book with shipping, please allow an additional 7-10 days for delivery.