This week, there is no list of weekly events. The list will return next week. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t many literary events occurring all across Greater Los Ángeles. The community is still in the middle of literary festival season, with the Biggest Little Zine Fair taking place in Long Beach this Sunday, the last weekend of the Fifth Annual Pomona Poetry and Book Fest at the Pomona Fairgrounds this Saturday and Sunday, and several more literary festivals occurring throughout June. Below are a few highlights.
Tía Chucha’s Book Club: Taste Makers at Tia Chucha’s Centro Cultural & Bookstore – In-Person Event
Join us to discuss this month’s book selection,Taste Makers: Seven Immigrant Women Who Revolutionized Food in Americaby Mayukh Sen.
Pick up the book from our bookstore or shop for it online through the link in our bio.
Join us for a book club discussion. No registration necessary.
Where: Tía Chucha’s Centro Cultural & Bookstore
Date: Thursday the 28th
Time: 7 pm – 8:30 pm
Address: 12677 Glenoaks Blvd., Sylmar, CA 91342
Website: Instagram Page
TDSB: The Definitive Soapbox Open Mic & Featured Poets: Micah Bournes & Beth May at The Nest: A Brunch Joint – In-Person Event
This monthly Open Mic is usually held on the last Friday, but moves to the last Thursday instead, for the month of May only. Don’t pull up on the wrong night! We still want to hear your poems.
This month we’re honored to feature Micah Bournes, known for his thoughtful storytelling and powerful spoken word performances, alongside Beth May, whose work blends humor, vulnerability, and emotional honesty in a way that stays with you long after the poem ends.
May Theme: FRIENDSHIP
We’ll return to our usual Friday schedule next month.
Mark your calendars accordingly.
Where: The Nest: A Brunch Joint
Date: Thursday the 28th
Time: 7 pm – 9 pm
Address: 16916 Bellflower Blvd., Bellflower, CA 90706
Website: Instagram Page
Open Mic Fundraiser at The Untold Story Bookstore & Café – In-Person Event
Join us for an evening of wine, agua fresca, and charcuterie, plus open mic performers.
Bring your friends and family and come support! Help the Untold Story Bookstore stay open to provide a space for local authors, vendors and the community.
**Event will be 21+, NO minors please**
NOTE; $20 entry fee
Where: The Untold Story
Date: Friday the 29th
Time: 6:30 pm
Address: 301 N. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805
Website: Instagram Page
Fifth Annual Pomona Poetry and Book Fest at Pomona Fairgrounds, Carousel Stage (Day 3) – In-Person Kids/Family Event
Join us all day at the Carousel Stage at the Red Café at the Pomona Fairplex to hear performances form a variety of poets. authors, and spoken word artists, presented by Lionlike MIndstate.
David Judah One will host: JM IS JUST ME, Sean Eras, Dr. Thomas, Sara George, Chelly Glo, Shayn Haskens Jacqueline Rose, Von Adair, David Romero, Antonio Edwards Jr. Ghetto Spear, Susette Alvarez and many more. See flyer for details.
Where: Los Angeles County Fairplex, Pomona
Date: Saturday the 30th
Time: 12 pm – 8 pm
Address: Carousel Stage, 1101 McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA 91768
Website: Instagram Page
Celebrate at the Inland Empire Pride Fest 2026 with Cellar Door Bookstore at White Park, Riverside – In-Person Event
Celebrate the Inland Empire Pride Festival 2026 on Saturday May 30th from 12:00pm to 9:00pm at White Park in Downtown Riverside! Cellar Door Bookstore will have a booth at the festival, but you can also catch our Drag Queens Kelly K and Scalene OnyxXx leading a storytime at 2:00pm.
Then at 3:30pm, Justine Pucella Winans (Bianca Torre is Afraid of Everything), Shelly Page (Charmed and Dangerous),and Zachary Sergi (Love and Video Games)will join Jesse Gasca Rebollar from Cellar Door Bookstore in a panel discussion exploring the concept of Queer joy as a powerful form of resistance, emphasizing how Queer representation in fiction should go beyond struggle and celebrate authentic happiness and diverse narratives. It highlights the impact of seeing Queer characters experience joy in stories, challenging historical erasure and censorship, and affirming the importance of inclusive storytelling.
You can buy copies of their books here at our store before the festival to make sure you get a copy, but we’ll have stock at our booth in the festival (while supplies last!) and the authors will be signing after the panel!
RSVP for the Inland Empire Pride Festival and get your free ticket before you go by following the link!
We’ll see you there!!!
Where: White Park in Downtown Riverside
Date: Saturday the 30th
Time: 12 pm – 9 pm
Address: 3936 Chestnut St., Riverside, CA 92501
The People’s Mic: Invited Guests and Poetry Open Mic at Holy Grounds – In-Person Event
The Peoples Mic Now confronts oppression and its perpetrators; uplifts resistance; shares the vision and active construction of a just world, unapologetically.
We hope that you are ready for more People’s Mic! Join us at Holy Ground on May 30th. We can’t wait to see you there. Until then, peace, love, and liberation.
Refreshments provided.
After costs, all to venue to support their liberation work.
Where: Holy Grounds
Date: Saturday the 30th
Time: 5 pm
Address: 5371 Alhambra Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90032
Website: Instagram Page
Biggest Little Zine Fair at Recreational Coffee (Courtyard) in Long Beach – In-Person Event
Join us at Recreational Coffee on May 31, 2026 at 11:00 AM (Pacific Time) for the Biggest Little Zine Fair! It’s the perfect spot to discover cool zines, meet fellow creators, and soak up some great vibes. Whether you’re a zine newbie or a seasoned collector, come hang out, browse, and support indie publishing in a super chill setting. Don’t miss out on this fun, in-person event!
📚 Over 300 one-of-a-kind zines, comics & activity books
💸 Everything under $20! (yep, seriously)
✨ Free zines + hands-on activities for all ages
🌈 Wait… what’s a “zine”?
Zines (pronounced zeens, like magazines) maker-driven creations that can take any form — often handmade booklets, usually on paper, but not always.
Rooted in DIY culture, they cover any topic (or none at all) and are made with intention to share ideas.
Whether you’re into art, writing, activism, or just cool handmade stuff, you’ll find something that speaks to you.
Grab a coffee, browse local art, discover new creators, and pick up thoughtful, affordable creations you won’t find anywhere else.
💥 About the Biggest Little Zine Fair
The Biggest Little Zine Fair (BLZF) is a community-run, all-ages zine and art market that makes it easy for creators to share and sell their work—no booth or experience required. Our team handles setup and sales, and all proceeds (after fees) go straight to the artists.
Shop handmade zines, comics, and stickers—all under $20! A cozy hangout and creative market full of art & community vibes.
Where: Recreational Coffee
Date: Sunday the 31st
Time: 11 am – 3 pm
Address: 237 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802
Website: https://biggestlittlezinefair.com/ or https://www.eventbrite.com/e/biggest-little-zine-fair-tickets-1989119828954/
Fifth Annual Pomona Poetry and Book Fest at Pomona Fairgrounds, Carousel Stage (Day 4) – In-Person Kids/Family Event
Join us all day at the Carousel Stage at the Red Café at the Pomona Fairplex to hear performances form a variety of poets. authors, and spoken word artists, presented by Lionlike MIndstate.
David Judah One will host: Devid Judah One, Rohmon, Matt Balane, Rye Sincere, West Coast Avengers, Champion Aramis, Parish Walker, Jonnie Bars, Poetic Force, Funk Logic, Big Toks among others. See flyer for details.
Where: Los Angeles County Fairplex, Pomona
Date: Sunday the 31st
Time: 12 pm – 8 pm
Address: Carousel Stage, 1101 McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA 91768
Website: Instagram Page
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