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!
Diverse/City
Curator A. Laura Brody presents Diverse City 4, a collaboration between The Arroyo Arts Collective and Underdog Bookstore, featuring artists Jan Tamayo and Michael Olivares.
Tarot Circle & Deck Exchange
A safe space to be in community with your fellow readers and practitioners.
Poetry as Spiritual Protection
Workshop for writers and spiritual practitioners of all backgrounds and bexperience levels.
Monthly Mutual Aid Pop-Up
Free groceries, essential supplies and more for anyone in need, no questions asked, every second Sunday.
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.
Book Club: Love In A F*cked Up World
Whether you joined from the beginning or are just getting started, all are welcome to meet and discuss a new chapter every second Wednesday!
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!
Bookstore Romance Day
Underdog Bookstore and MT. Lowe Brewing invite you to celebrate BOOKSTORE ROMANCE DAY with books, brews and bingo!
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.
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
Whether you joined from the beginning or are just getting started, all are welcome to meet and discuss a new chapter every second Wednesday!
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.
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!
Ticket link coming soon - $15 per person
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.
Book Club: Love In A F*cked Up World
Whether you joined from the beginning or are just getting started, all are welcome to meet and discuss a new chapter every second Wednesday!
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.
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.
Full Moon Writing Meditation
Monthly guided meditation and writing group, in-store and online.
Beginner Shibari for Curious Writers
You don't need to tie a single knot to write a scene that reads like you know what you're doing, but it helps to know what actually happens in the room.
Reading with Reptiles
Join Underdog and The Little Zoo for another Reading with Reptiles!
Runes 101 Workshop
Join us at Underdog Boosktore for a Runes 101 Workshop with Andy, The Buffalo Oracle!
Book Launch: The Heretic and The Broken Man
Join K. Andrew Turner for the launch of his debut novel!
Swap Don't Shop
Find new to you treasures and keep items in your community and out of landfills!
Disability Pride Author Panel
Join us in celebrating Disability Pride Month with an author panel, book signings, and collage crafting!
Between Drafts Story Lab
Story lab designed for writers looking for manuscript feedback that is grounded, honest, and respectful.
Open Mic Night
Celebrate the creative talents of our local community, every third Friday!
Banned Books Club
Our Banned Books Club meets every third Wednesday to discuss a new banned or challenged book.
Being Zine Teens Workshop
Create your own zines! Free and open to anyone between the ages of 12-18!
Monthly Mutual Aid Pop-Up
Free groceries, essential supplies and more for anyone in need, no questions asked, every second Sunday.
Drag Me Into The Campy-Verse: Drag History with Justyn Caze
Have you ever been to a Drag show and wondered what it was all about? Have you ever gotten questions about it from the youth in your life and could only give RuPaul's Drag Race as an example? Well, I am here to save your day and educate the world on the basics of Drag and the history on it.
Craft & Cry
Join us at Underdog Bookstore for Craft & Cry with Mourning Pug & Abeja Rise.
Come craft with us while honoring and remembering a loved one, grieving your old life, or life expectations. All grief welcomed. Art supplies will be provided or you can bring an art piece you’re currently working on.
RSVP here - suggested donation to support our monthly Mutual Aid Pop-Up!
Horror Writing Workshop
Join us at Underdog Bookstore for a series of Writing Workshops with Phoenix Mendoza!
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, July 8 - Chapter Three:
Falling in Love and Losing Your Mind: The Romance Cycle
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.
Orca Action Month Storytime
Storytime for Orca Action Month 📚✨️
Join us at Underdog Bookstore to learn about orcas through a story, craft and treat!
🗓 Saturday, June 27th, 2-4PM
📍 312 S Myrtle Ave, Monrovia
✨️ FREE all-ages event!
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!
Open Mic Night
Celebrate the creative talents of our local community, every third Friday!
Banned Books Club
Our Banned Books Club meets every third Wednesday to discuss a new banned or challenged book.
Guided Manifestation Journaling
A guided journaling circle for clarity, intention setting, reflection, and creating.