Molly Butler

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is a writer, gardener, and animal lover. She returned to the Mankato area after completing her MFA in Creative Writing at Hamline University. More of her work can be found at https://www.patreon.com/DitchPony You can also find her on Instagram and Facebook.
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Weekend High Notes: Cabin Fever

Are you tired of staying inside? Don't be! In this week's column, Molly recommends a few events that can save you from your isolation and the monotony of everyday life.
Book Festival

Deep Valley Book Festival: Cabin Fever Edition

For the first time, the Deep Valley Book Festival is offering a second annual event. The Cabin Fever Edition will offer a wide range of activities centered around and for writers.
Concept of decision or choice using a wooden boardwalk in dense forest in Great Dismal Swamp

Weekend High Notes: Choose Your Own Adventure

Life is all about choices. To help you make a good one, Molly has recommended some fun activities to fill your weekend in this week's high notes.
Photo and art by Ryan Woody - Detail from A Smudge on My Character

Artist of the Month: Ryan Woody

February's Artist of the Month at the Fillin' Station is Ryan Woody
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Weekend High Notes: Strength in Asking

During times of struggle, you can find strength in others. This week, Molly not only recommends a few fun things to do, but she also discusses the ways the community is giving back to those in need.
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Weekend High Notes: Valentine’s Day

Love Valentine's Day? Hate Valentine's Day? Molly gets it. In this week's column she's got plenty of recommendations for you no matter how you feel about hearts.
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Weekend High Notes: Super Weekend

Super bowl weekend and a lot of great events - many of them not virtual! Molly talks about living mindfully whether we're at a cash register or fulfilling a lifelong dream
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Weekend High Notes: Change is a Skill

In addition to the usual great recommendations for your weekend, Molly talks about kindly motivating yourself in your efforts to change.
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Weekend High Notes: Back in the Saddle

This week, Molly suggests we dust off an old hobby, passion, or interest and get back in the saddle - in addition to her regular great recommendations for your weekend, of course.
Photo and art by Brittany Wegener - Scorpio natal light charm

Artist of the Month: Brittney Wegener

Brittany Wegener is a mixed media artist creating three-dimensional art and who has used her art for personal growth. You can see her craft on display in January at The Fillin' Station.

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