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!
Banned Books Club
Our Banned Books Club meets the last Friday of each month to discuss a new banned or challenged book.
Book Launch: The Dawn of Dusk and Twilight
The Dawn of Dusk and Twilight by Jendia Gammon, writing as J. Dianne Dotson, is the adult prequel to the Nebula and BSFA Award finalist YA book, The Inn at the Amethyst Lantern and its sequel, BSFA Award finalist The Secret of the Sapphire Sentinel. This is the third book of a trilogy.
An island, an inn, a lighthouse, a moment that changes life forever!
The Dawn of Dusk and Twilight is a prequel starting in our present, spanning centuries, with the characters facing the end of the world, their many dramas, and how they built hope from despair, for the future.
Tarot Circle & Deck Exchange
A safe space to be in community with your fellow readers and practitioners.
Monthly Mutual Aid Pop-Up
Free groceries, essential supplies and more for anyone in need, no questions asked, every second Sunday.
Gods & Goddesses of the Hearth
This series explores gods and goddesses across all cultures who share similar themes, and we continue with the gods & goddesses of home and hearth!
Book Club: Love In A F*cked Up World
This final meeting of the Love In A F*cked Up World book club will be an overview of the entire book.
Whether you’ve joined previous chapter meetings, or have recently finished reading yourself, all are welcome to join!
Book Launch: Gutterspace
Join us for the launch of Gutterspace, with author Justine Norton-Kertson in conversation with Pedro Iniguez.
Diverse/City Exhibit & Workshop
Curator A. Laura Brody presents Diverse City 6, a collaboration between The Arroyo Arts Collective and Underdog Bookstore, featuring artists Marc Winston and Lawrence Lee.
Manifestation Journaling
In this series, we will examine real concepts and methods based on neuroscience and psychological research to improve neuroplasticity... It's a lot more interesting and fun than it sounds. I promise!
This is a FREE event and you do not have to attend all sessions. Recommended to bring your own journal and pen.
Power Blossoms PenPal Project
Join a new group penpal project meeting once a month to write letters to incarcerated LGBTQ+ people.
Romance Book Club
November's Romance Book Club will be hosted by K. Andrew Turner, and feature local author Kelly R. Nelson! Read the book, meet the author, and ask your burning questions!
Open Mic Night
Celebrate the creative talents of our local community, every third Friday!
Cat Adoptions w/ Akira Apocalypse Cat Rescue
Akira Apocalypse Cat Rescue will be bringing their adorable kittens and cats that are up for adoption.
Swap Don't Shop
Find new to you treasures and keep items in your community and out of landfills!
Comedy Writing Workshop
We’ll be speed running all things comedy writing from brainstorming all the way through polishing and punch ups - Available and accessible to all - no previous experience and no admission fee needed to attend.
Full Moon Writing Meditation
Monthly guided meditation and writing group, in-store and online.
Full Moon Writing Meditation
Monthly guided meditation and writing group, in-store and online.
Banned Books Club
Our Banned Books Club meets the last Friday of each month to discuss a new banned or challenged book.
Small Business Saturday
Celebrate Small Business Saturday with local authors and vendors at Underdog Bookstore!
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.
Tarot Circle & Deck Exchange
A safe space to be in community with your fellow readers and practitioners.
Manifestation Journaling
In this series, we will examine real concepts and methods based on neuroscience and psychological research to improve neuroplasticity... It's a lot more interesting and fun than it sounds. I promise!
This is a FREE event and you do not have to attend all sessions. Recommended to bring your own journal and pen.
Manifestation Journaling
In this series, we will examine real concepts and methods based on neuroscience and psychological research to improve neuroplasticity... It's a lot more interesting and fun than it sounds. I promise!
This is a FREE event and you do not have to attend all sessions. Recommended to bring your own journal and pen.
Manifestation Journaling
In this series, we will examine real concepts and methods based on neuroscience and psychological research to improve neuroplasticity... It's a lot more interesting and fun than it sounds. I promise!
This is a FREE event and you do not have to attend all sessions. Recommended to bring your own journal and pen.
Manifestation Journaling
In this series, we will examine real concepts and methods based on neuroscience and psychological research to improve neuroplasticity... It's a lot more interesting and fun than it sounds. I promise!
This is a FREE event and you do not have to attend all sessions. Recommended to bring your own journal and pen.
Manifestation Journaling
In this series, we will examine real concepts and methods based on neuroscience and psychological research to improve neuroplasticity... It's a lot more interesting and fun than it sounds. I promise!
This is a FREE event and you do not have to attend all sessions. Recommended to bring your own journal and pen.
Vampire Trivia Night
Test your knowledge of vampiric lore and media at our trivia night! Register as a team (4 max) or as an individual. Ages 14+ welcome.
Anything But ACOTAR Midnight Party
All are welcome to attend this free community celebration where we can uplift marginalized voices and discover new stories with our fellow booklovers.
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.
Intrepid Comedy Show
Intrepid returns with a Comedy Show inside a bookstore featuring a line-up of stellar SoCal comedians.
Power Blossoms PenPal Project
Join a new group penpal project meeting once a month to write letters to incarcerated LGBTQ+ people.
Spooky DIY Cookie Decorating
Spooky DIY Cookie Decorating with Nettie Creations!
$35 per person - early bird pricing $30 until October 13th.
Author Event: Miyoki Chan and Sneha Villalva
Join Miyoki Chan and Sneha Villalva in conversation at Underdog Bookstore!
Therapeutic Sound Bath
Join Mindful Heart Growth and Healing at Underdog Bookstore for a community wellness gathering focused on mindfulness, relaxation, and connection.
Open Mic Night
Celebrate the creative talents of our local community, every third Friday!
Author Event: Avra Wing with Don Cummings
Meet author Avra Wing in conversation with Don Cummings!
Gods & Goddesses of Knowledge
Join us for a new monthly series on the pagan gods & goddesses at Underdog!
This class explores gods and goddesses across all cultures who share similar themes, and we begin the series with the gods & goddesses of Knowledge!
Black. Fat. Femme: Book Tour
Join us on National Coming Out day with Dr. Jon Paul, in conversation with Tre’Vell Anderson.
In Black. Fat. Femme: Revealing the Power of Visibly Queer Voices (in Media) and Learning to Love Yourself, educator and media critic Dr. Jonathan P. Higgins―aka Doctor Jon Paul―delivers an honest and extraordinary new take on how the author, and other Black Fat Femmes like them, have come to find and understand their identity.
Manifestation Journaling
In this series, we will examine real concepts and methods based on neuroscience and psychological research to improve neuroplasticity... It's a lot more interesting and fun than it sounds. I promise!
This is a FREE event and you do not have to attend all sessions. Recommended to bring your own journal and pen.
Monthly Mutual Aid Pop-Up
Free groceries, essential supplies and more for anyone in need, no questions asked, every second Sunday.
Drag Story Hour
We’re closing out our Banned Books Week events with a special Drag Story Hour featuring Lil Miss Hot Mess!
Banned Books Read-In
Join our Banned Books Week read-in to protest book bans and receive a free audiobook!
Ecology Horror Tour
Join us for an Ecology Horror Tour panel featuring authors Joshua Millican, Bitter Karella, and Allison Mick, moderated by Eve Harms.
Protect the Freedom to Read: Postcard Party
Fight back against book bans and learn more about the bills circulating in the House and the Senate at this fun postcard-writing party!
Tarot Circle & Deck Exchange
A safe space to be in community with your fellow readers and practitioners.
Spooky Crafts with Jen
Come and craft a spooky spell book or apothecary jar with @Stitch_crafts.with.Jen!
Faerie Folk Show
A folk music group created by pianist/composer Troll Hart, Faerie Folk's repertoire is based primarily in traditional Irish reels and jigs. The group also explores soundtrack excerpts from popular medieval fantasy media, along with original neo-classical and folk music compositions.
With the incredible Jotunn Aldas on the violin/fiddle and the lovely Joy Joye on vocals, Faerie Folk transports listeners to a realm beyond the world of man with their musical air of majesty, refinement, and devotion to Mother Earth.
Sporting influence and expertise from decades of classical, jazz, and Celtic music backgrounds, Troll, Jotunn, and Joy are an inspirational group brought together by love of organic music, and are excited to share that love with you!
Tickets will be available at the door as space allows.
Presentation Night with Show & Tell
Join us for our first Presentation Night with Show & Tell!
Full Moon Writing Meditation
Monthly guided meditation and writing group, in-store and online.