The Idea Kitchen

You've never been to a birthday like this. Decisions you make will shape the show, making for an evening that promises to be madcap, hilarious, chaotic, and mind-blowing.

It’s live magic.
It’s this Friday night.
And it’s live, on stage of The Idea KItchen.

Join for an evening with NYT Best Selling author Daniel Smith in conversation about his acclaimed book, "Hard Feelings" – a thoughtful and deeply human exploration of anxiety, emotional life, and the ways we navigate uncertainty in modern society. Blending memoir, cultural history, and reporting, the book has resonated with readers across disciplines, from therapists and mental health professionals to book clubs, writers, educators, and anyone interested in the inner lives we so often struggle to talk about openly.

This intimate salon-style gathering will include a brief reading from the book, followed by a moderated conversation and audience Q&A. Whether you’ve read the book already or are simply curious about the conversation surrounding mental health, emotion, and contemporary life, we hope you’ll join us for a welcoming evening of ideas, discussion, and community connection.

Thursday, June 4th @ 6:30pm

No purchase necessary to attend the event and reception. However, to ensure your book arrives in time and have it signed at the event, purchase by May 29 from J. Andersons Books: https://bit.ly/4vtQmbh