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Write Now!March 7 · 3–5 PMThe Sea Ranch Lodge
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Write Now!
Saturday, March 7 · 3:00–5:00 PM
The Sea Ranch Lodge
Pick up a pen.
Take a breath.
See what happens.
Write Now! is an in-the-moment writing gathering — open to anyone curious about story, reflection, and the simple act of putting words on paper.
No experience needed.
No pressure to share.
Just a prompt, a page, and the shared energy of people willing to cross from public space to inner space — together.
Bring a notebook. Bring a friend.
All are welcome.
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A pop-up story booth. Two minutes. No preparation. Just you and whatever wants to come out.
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I'm mark sanford gross. I'm curious about the stories we carry, and what happens when someone makes room for us to share them.
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