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Learn About a Local Writing Group!

A Special Monday Meetup
2026-11-23 18:00:00 2026-11-23 19:00:00 America/Chicago Learn About a Local Writing Group! Join us to learn more about the Moorhead Friends Writing Group, with current members on hand to talk about the benefits of joining a writing group, and the basics of self-publishing. Moorhead Public Library - Presentation Hall South

Monday, November 23
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Moorhead Public Library

Presentation Hall South

Join us to learn more about the Moorhead Friends Writing Group, with current members on hand to talk about the benefits of joining a writing group, and the basics of self-publishing.

Join us to learn more about the Moorhead Friends Writing Group, with current members Chris Stenson and Tina Holland on hand to talk about the benefits of joining a writing group, and the basics of self-publishing.

Chris Stenson is the founder and leader of the group, with several published works. Tina Holland worked in logistics for more than 20 years before becoming a full-time writer. For more information, visit moorheadfriendswritinggroup.com. 

This free event is part of our Monday Meetup for adults series, open to all adults as an opportunity to learn and meet others with similar interests. Come as you are -- no reservations required. Light refreshments will be provided.

Chris Stenson photo

Tina Holland photo

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AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Informational Events | Entertainment | Author Visits | Arts, Crafts and Hobbies |

TAGS: | writing group | writing | writers | self-publishing | networking | authors |

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