Upcoming Events.
Underdog is more than just a bookstore, we are also a community hub for readers, writers, artists and more.
We host monthly recurring events including our Open Mic Night, Banned Books Club, Grief Circle, and Mutual Aid Pop-Up, alongside a wide range of different community programs and workshops.
Most events are open to all ages with RSVPs by donation to secure your spot and support our 501c3 nonprofit. If you're interested in booking our space or hosting an event, please contact us here!
Miss Godwin & the Monster Within
More Life Theatre Group presents: Miss Godwin & The Monster Within
Maya Rituals & the Four Elements
All-day workshop focused on traditional Maya rituals with earth, air, fire, and water.
Miss Godwin & the Monster Within
More Life Theatre Group presents: Miss Godwin & The Monster Within
Community Grief Circle
Join Jen Venegas, death doula and grief worker, at Underdog Bookstore on the last Sunday of each month for our Community Grief Circle.
AAPI Heritage Month Author Panel
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with book readings, signings, and a panel with local authors.
Full Moon Writing Meditation
Monthly guided meditation and writing group, in-store and online.
Between Drafts Story Lab
Story lab designed for writers looking for manuscript feedback that is grounded, honest, and respectful.
Tarot Circle & Deck Exchange
A safe space to be in community with your fellow readers and practitioners.
Make & Take Pride Fundraiser
Support the Monrovia Pride Book Festival fundraiser, learn some Pride history, and take home some new craft projects!
Book Club: Love In A F*cked Up World
Join a new book club meetup at Underdog Bookstore to discuss a new chapter of "LOVE IN A F*CKED UP WORLD" by Dean Spade every second Wednesday, starting May 13th.
Support Underdog by purchasing your copy in-store or through Bookshop.org.
Wednesday, June 10th - Chapter Two:
Stuck on Autopilot: Swinging between Numbness and Temporary Highs
Writing Workshop: Queer Romance
Join us at Underdog Bookstore for a series of Writing Workshops with Phoenix Mendoza!
Monthly Mutual Aid Pop-Up
Free groceries, essential supplies and more for anyone in need, no questions asked, every second Sunday.
Guided Manifestation Journaling
A guided journaling circle for clarity, intention setting, reflection, and creating.
Banned Books Club
Our Banned Books Club meets every third Wednesday to discuss a new banned or challenged book.
Open Mic Night
Celebrate the creative talents of our local community, every third Friday!
Monrovia Pride Book Festival
Underdog Bookstore is beyond excited to present the first Monrovia Pride Book Festival!
Join us for a celebration of queer storytelling with authors, vendors, community building, and free activities for all to enjoy!
This is an all-ages, family friendly event! Click here to find out more!
Tarot Circle & Deck Exchange
A safe space to be in community with your fellow readers and practitioners.
Book Club: Love In A F*cked Up World
Join a new book club meetup at Underdog Bookstore to discuss a new chapter of "LOVE IN A F*CKED UP WORLD" by Dean Spade every second Wednesday, starting May 13th.
Support Underdog by purchasing your copy in-store or through Bookshop.org.
Wednesday, May 13 - Chapter Three:
Falling in Love and Losing Your Mind: The Romance Cycle
Horror Writing Workshop
Join us at Underdog Bookstore for a series of Writing Workshops with Phoenix Mendoza!
Monthly Mutual Aid Pop-Up
Free groceries, essential supplies and more for anyone in need, no questions asked, every second Sunday.
Embracing the Tarot Workshop
Join us for Embracing the Tarot - a workshop series hosted by Andy, The Buffalo Oracle.
Swap Don't Shop
Find new to you treasures and keep items in your community and out of landfills!
Crafting Bite Size Narratives
Continuing our series of Writing Workshops with K. Andrew Turner at Underdog Bookstore
Banned Books Club
Our Banned Books Club meets every third Wednesday to discuss a new banned or challenged book.
Book Club: Love In A F*cked Up World
Join a new book club meetup at Underdog Bookstore to discuss a new chapter of "LOVE IN A F*CKED UP WORLD" by Dean Spade every second Wednesday, starting May 13th.
Support Underdog by purchasing your copy in-store or through Bookshop.org.
Wednesday, May 13 - Chapter One:
Dominant Culture’s Scripts Are Still Shaping Our Relationship
Monthly Mutual Aid Pop-Up
Free groceries, essential supplies and more for anyone in need, no questions asked, every second Sunday.
Book Reading & Signing: Streaming Service with Sofia Aguilar
Sofia Aguilar is hosting her FIRST in-person book reading and signing for her newest poetry collection, STREAMING SERVICE: the series finale!! 📺⭐
Please join us at @underdogbookstore on may 9th at 3pm for special poetry performances from the incandescent @missellielopez @itsjoceeeeyyyyyyyyy @salmalejo @amedina.a, author reading, Q+A, & book signing. copies will be available to purchase on-site. we can't wait to see you there! xx
Diverse/City Exhibit
Next up in the “Diverse City” artist collaborations curated by A. Laura Brody, presented by The Arroyo Arts Collective at Underdog Bookstore, featuring artists Rebecca Nabarette and REBDUCE.
Open Mic Night
Celebrate the creative talents of our local community, every third Friday!
Writer’s Block Workshop
Join us at Underdog Bookstore for a series of Writing Workshops with Phoenix Mendoza!
Writing Workshop: Monster F*cking
Writers of all experience levels are invited to join authors Des DeVivo and Phoenix Mendoza for a monstrously good time!
Tarot Circle & Deck Exchange
A safe space to be in community with your fellow readers and practitioners.
Full Moon Writing Meditation
Monthly guided meditation and writing group, in-store and online.
Resume Writing Service
Your life experience matters. Come learn how to gently translate your work, caregiving, organizing, and community experience into resume language, with kind, practical feedback in a low-stress virtual space.
Community Grief Circle
Join Jen Venegas, death doula and grief worker, at Underdog Bookstore on the last Sunday of each month for our Community Grief Circle.
Indie Bookstore Day
Join us for a national one-day celebration of independent bookstores!
Interview Workshop (part 2)
A two-part workshop series to help you in your next important interview!
Interview Workshop (part 1)
A two-part workshop series to help you in your next important interview!
