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Tumblewords Project Has the Write Stuff

The wild west's version of a writing workshop comes to the Abbot Library on Saturday.

Have you always wanted to write poems, short stories or any other genre? Maybe you have never tried your hand at writing before? Maybe you already are a writer looking for another opportunity to engage your creative process? Then Tumblewords Writing Project is for you! They provide a welcoming space for writers of all abilities and experience. They write and read they writing aloud to each other, with acceptance and without critique.

The Tumblewords Writing Project comes to the Abbot Library in Marblehead for a session this Saturday, Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to noon. Come as you can. Each session stands alone.

About The Tumblewords Project

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Tumblewords was created by poet Donna Snyder in El Paso, Texas, and has been continuously meeting weekly for over 20 years. Michele Manting, the instructor for the Abbot Library workshop, was lucky enough to have participated in the project for two years while living on the border. She brings Tumblewords to New England with Donna’s blessing. For more information on the original Tumblewords, please see https://sites.google.com/site/tumblewordswritingproject/home

.All skill levels from beginner to published authors and accomplished performers of the spoken word are welcome. There is no membership. The series is not progressive. You may participate in any or all workshops depending on your interest and schedule. They hope to create a writing/spoken word project that will continue indefinitely with a series of guest presenters.

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Michele Manting currently resides in Marblehead. She has been a published poet since she was in the 5th grade. Back then she wrote in rhyme, but currently she leans toward surrealism. She has a wide range of interests that include music, painting, acting, writing and comedy. She has extensively combined her creative talents and scientific background to professionally develop, write, direct, and produce simulation events in medical schools on both sides of the Rocky Mountains.

The Abbot Public Library is located at 235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA 01945. For additional information, please call 781-631-1481 or visit www.abbotlibrary.org.

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