Upcoming Events.
Queer Halloween Market
Celebrate QUEER HALLOWEEN at Underdog Bookstore's October Vendor Market on Sunday 13th from 12pm-5pm.
Vendor applications available here.
Banned Books Club Meeting
The votes are in and our first Banned Books Club pick is Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika Sánchez 📚 Join us in-store Wednesday October 16 at 7pm for a book discussion and light refreshments. Remember to RSVP (link in bio) so we know how many to expect 📝 You can request a copy to pickup in store or listen to the audiobook on libro.fm 🎧 If you can't make this first meeting, we'll have a new banned book to read each month and meet every third Wednesdays. See you there!
Full Moon Writing Meditation
Join us at Underdog Bookstore during the full moon each month for a guided meditation and writing group. We meet at 7PM in store and will also be streaming via Zoom for those joining virtually.
All are welcome and encouraged to write and share or listen and reflect during this peaceful meditative time. You are welcome to bring your own mats, writing supplies, spiritual tools etc. Whatever you need to feel comfortable and enjoy the evening!
Limited space so RSVP soon!
Open Mic Night: Celebrating Filipino American History Month
🎤 Join us for a vibrant Open Mic Night celebrating Filipino American History Month! 🌟 This is your chance to share your stories, poetry, music, and art as we honor the rich heritage and contributions of the Filipino American community. Whether you’re performing or just there to enjoy, come celebrate our roots and connect with others in a warm, welcoming space. Let your voice be heard! ✨
Pop-Up at Sugar&Moon Market
Underdog Bookstore is joining the Sugar & Moon Spooky Indoor Market with handcrafted and metaphysical vendors, hourly giveaways, goody bads, photo ops and more. Free entry & parking! Find out more: https://www.facebook.com/SugarandMoonMarket
Book Signing & Disability in Fiction Q&A with Melissa Whitney
Join us at Underdog Bookstore on Saturday, October 12th, to celebrate Melissa Whitney's new release At First Smile. This own voice contemporary hockey romance features a blind disability advocate influencer, lots of banter, and an adorable rescue boxer.
Underdog Bookstore Director, Kealie Mardell-Carrera will be leading a Disability in Fiction Q&A with Melissa, who will be signing books and sharing her cute dog magnets and bookmarks.
Space is limited and so are copies, so please preorder by October 5th to secure your spot and your books.
Music Tales Story Time
Join us on Sunday, October 6th at 4 PM for a live reading hosted by @underdogbookstore featuring author Antonina Gershfeld from @musictalesbooks. She will be reading the musical book “Peter and the Wolf”.
Pop-Up at Spooky Season Crystals & Chill
Underdog Bookstore will be at Spooky Season Crystals & Chill hosted by @roughandtumbledgems in Pomona from 10AM-5PM, including jewelry classes with @thecrypticcompany at 1PM & 3PM.
Story Time & Activity: Schneider the Spider
Listen to author Czarina Bernett reading her wonderful children's book "Schneider the Spider" and make your own Schneider Shrinky Dink keychain!
Monrovia Fall Festival
Please join us for a fun-filled family day with FREE activities to kick off the fall season at Monrovia's annual Old Town Fall Festival. Visit us at Underdog Bookstore for DIY fall themed bookmarks and rock painting.
Pop-Up at The Dragon & The Rose
Psychic Faire Night Market at @thedragonandtherose in Santa Ana from 7PM-midnight with vendors, readers, healers and more.
SGV Pop-Ups September Market
Underdog Bookstore will be at SGV.PopUps in West Covina September 28 from 8AM-1PM.
Hispanic Heritage Month Market
We're inviting local authors, artisans, and small businesses to honor Hispanic heritage at our September vendor market at Underdog Bookstore September 22 from 12-5pm.
Open Mic: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Underdog Bookstore's Open Mic night! Join us for an evening of poetry, music, and storytelling that highlights the rich cultural diversity of the Hispanic community. Whether you're performing or just enjoying, come be inspired and connect through the power of creative expression. All are welcome—let's honor heritage together!
Full Moon Writing Meditation
Join us at Underdog Bookstore during the full Harvest Moon on Tuesday September 17th for a guided meditation and writing group from 6:30-8PM. All are welcome and encouraged to write and share or listen and reflect during this peaceful meditative time.
Pop-Up at Matilija Lending Library Mid-Autumn Festival
Underdog Bookstore will be joining Matilija Lending Library at their Mid-Autumn Festival with vendors, performers and exciting activities like mahjong, mooncake tasting, lantern making, and more. $20 suggested donation. Free for kids 12 and under.
Make a Mini Zine Workshop
Explore the world of zines (pronounced like magaZINE) and craft your own mini zine in this hands-on workshop. Zinester and author of Hairy Femme Mother zine, Jen Venegas, will guide you through making your own mini zine to take home.
Neurodiversity & Snakes
Learn about the healing benefits of snake handling and enjoy opportunities to create your own meaningful serpent connections with YouTuber, Shira Loa. Learn more about Shira Loa on her YouTube, Snake Therapy
Summerween!
Join us in store for this free all-ages event including spooky books, witchy vendors, and guest author Lizzy Ives signing copies of her book Fat Witch Summer!
Crystal Necklace Class
A special Crystal Necklace Class with Rough & Tumbled Gems, who will also be selling a selection of their crystals, fossils, stones, semi-precious and precious gemstones from around the world.
Bookstore Romance Day
Celebrate Bookstore Romance Day with 10% of all romance books in store!
Guest Author: Alexandra Berrocal
Alexandra is a writer, musician, and visual artist living and working in Orange County. Her work includes the topics of mental health, the LGBTQ+ community, family, friendship, loss, and growing up half-Latina in America.
Reading with Reptiles
Join us for a fun FREE experience for all ages in the final weeks of summer!
The Little Zoo will be visiting Underdog Bookstore with their reptile family for story time, interactive encounters, and opportunities to practice reading aloud to real reptiles.
Meet Marigold the bearded dragon, Topaz the blue tongue skink, Lennox the leopard gecko, Hastur the hognose snake, and many more!
Reading with Reptiles
Join us for a fun FREE experience for all ages in the final weeks of summer!
The Little Zoo will be visiting Underdog Bookstore with their reptile family for story time, interactive encounters, and opportunities to practice reading aloud to real reptiles.
Meet Marigold the bearded dragon, Topaz the blue tongue skink, Lennox the leopard gecko, Hastur the hognose snake, and many more!
Pop-Up at Hamburger Mary’s LB
We’ll be joining some other fantastic vendors for Cherry Bomb’s Night of Femme Talent at Hamburger Mary’s in Long Beach.
Underdog Vendor Markets
We host monthly themed markets showcasing diverse talents from local authors, artisans and small businesses. If you would like to apply for one of our upcoming markets please submit an application here.
You can also contact us for information about book signings, workshops, or other event ideas. We’d love to hear from you!
