About this Event
Join host Brandie Kekoa on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM in Temecula Wine Country, California, for an inspiring book discussion and live Q&A with world-renowned natural hair authority, innovator, and author Felicia Leatherwood. Together, they will dive deep into her empowering new book, Root Therapy: How to Love Your Hair (And Find Yourself), exploring texture, culture, and community. We will be discussing the emotional side of hair and hair products.
Ticket Tiers
General Admission ($50)
Admission to the live book discussion & author Q&A with Felicia Leatherwood
One signed hard copy of Root Therapy
One glass of Kekoa Reserve Cellars wine
Access to small bites & networking
VIP Experience ($65)
Reserved premium seating
Admission to the live discussion & author Q&A
One signed hard copy of Root Therapy
Personalized scalp analysis
Special Root Therapy bookmark
Two glasses of Kekoa Reserve Cellars wine
Access to small bites & networking
Felicia Leatherwood, widely recognized as one of the world’s leading experts in natural hair, her impact stretches far beyond Hollywood. Felicia's career is rooted in a deep love for texture, culture, and community, and she has become a trusted force for redefining beauty on a global scale. Her work spans a celebrated roster of clients and productions, including Issa Rae with Emmy-nominated projects such as Insecure and Black Mirror; the Oscar-winning American Fiction; in addition to working with artists such as Simone Missick, Ryan Michelle Bathe, Sonequa Martin-Green, Emmy Award–winning Ava DuVernay, Viola Davis, Wunmi Mosaku of Oscar nominated Sinners and Grammy Award–winning Lenny Kravitz.
Beyond the chair, Felicia is an educator and innovator who travels the world delivering transformative keynotes and hair care workshops. She is also the creator of the award-winning, patented hair care product line, Brush With the Best.
Driven by a mission to empower people to love their hair and themselves, Felicia continues to shape the future of beauty. Her book, Root Therapy: How to Love Your Hair (And Find Yourself), published by Simon & Schuster, is a powerful extension of her work at the intersection of hair, healing, and self-worth.
Event venue & nearby stays
36137 Linda Rosea Rd, 36137 Linda Rosea Road, Temecula, United States
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