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Branches	Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library		Elsie Quirk Library	Gulf Gate Library				North Port Library			Osprey Library and History Center	Selby Library		Shannon Staub Library			William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Rooms	Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room	Meeting Room II	Program Room	Learning Lab	Meeting Room A	Meeting Room B	Teen Zone	No room assigned	Juliano Room	Teen Room	Classroom A/B	Creation Station	Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium	Conference Room	Meeting Room	Story Time Room	No room assigned		Community Room	Conference Room
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10:00am								This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Tech Navigator 10:00am–12:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: , , Technology Instruction : Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.						This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Yak and Yarn 10:00am–11:30am Adults, Seniors Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups : Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.						This event is in the "Adults" group Wisdom of Women 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Groups : Discussion group
10:15am	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Forever Fit 10:15am–11:00am Adults, Seniors Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning : Forever Fit is an exercise class for ages 55+. Join us and learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.					This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 10:15am–11:15am Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Meeting Room B This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Lifelong Learning Forty Carrots Partners in Play For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.							This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 10:15am–11:15am Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: : For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
10:30am		This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Musical Motion 10:30am–11:30am Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Meeting Room II This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Meeting Room II Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Storytimes : Musical Motion is a FREE bilingual learn & play class that encourages bonding while developing early learning and literacy skills in children.	This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Story Time 10:30am–11:30am Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Room This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Storytimes : For ages 2-5. Join us for story time filled with a variety of early literacy activities that include music, stories, movement, crafts and school readiness.												This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Preschool Jamboree 10:30am–11:00am Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Meeting Room This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Storytimes : Jump and wiggle, twist and shout, Stories come alive, that's what we're all about.
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11:00am																	This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group FOL Tours 11:00am–12:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Lectures, Outreach, Volunteer Orientations & Programs Registration Required : Join the Friends of The Venice Library for a tour of our beautiful library. It is guaranteed you will be surprised and impressed with all of the special features we have for all ages.
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12:00pm						This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 12:00pm–1:00pm Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Meeting Room B This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Youth, Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: Lifelong Learning Forty Carrots Partners in Play For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy special play time with your child, meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how Forty Carrots Family Center can help you enjoy parenting even more. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Youth Desk the day of the event.							This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Forty Carrots: Partners in Play 12:00pm–1:00pm Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 1 year)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: Babies (Birth to 1 year), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years) Program Type: : For mobile babies to 5 years old. Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners in Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting Educators and discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand. Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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12:30pm					This event is in the "All Ages" group AARP Income Tax Aide \| Appointment Scheduling 12:30pm–3:30pm All Ages Meeting Room A This event is in the "All Ages" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Tax Help : Attend this sign-up session to register for an AARP Income Tax Assistance appointment. Advance appointments are required to utilize AARP's tax assistance services this tax season.
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1:00pm			This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Quirky Knitters 1:00pm–3:00pm Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Room This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Elsie Quirk Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs : Bring your projects, patterns, and questions to Elsie Quirk Library and join the Quirky Knitters for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. All skill levels welcome. Registration is not required, so come on in to knit and chat!									This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Creation Station Adult Lab: Papercrafting - cards and scrapbooking 1:00pm–2:30pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Creation Station Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Creation Station Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Technology Instruction Registration Required : Use a variety of paper and collage materials to make scrapbook pages, greeting cards, and more. Bring your old tickets, receipts, and greeting cards to incorporate them into art.					This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Genealogy Assistance 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy : Come and get assistance with your genealogy research from knowledgeable volunteer. Bring your questions!		This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Astralis Chamber Ensemble: Baroque Masters 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Community Room Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Cultural Life, History & Culture, Music in the Libraries, Performances Registration Required : The award-winning musicians of the Astralis Chamber Ensemble have been described as “scary good” and “truly riveting.” Angela Massey (flute),Paul Aguilar (violin), Thomas Maternik-Piret (cello), and Alexandra Dunbar(harpsichord) present “Baroque M
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2:00pm				This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Arts & Crafts: Lavender Sachets 2:00pm–4:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Learning Lab This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Learning Lab Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Arts & Crafts, Creation Station, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning : Refresh your closets and drawers for the coming spring! All materials are provided. These classes are popular. Seating is limited. Adults only. First come, first seated.					This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Movie Club: His Girl Friday 2:00pm–4:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Juliano Room This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Juliano Room Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Active Older Adult Living, Clubs, Cultural Life, Movies : Movie Club is every 4th Thursday of each month. Enjoy a movie with a short discussion afterwards about what you liked or disliked about the movie. There will be popcorn and snacks available.		This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Made by Shells, Told by Time 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Classroom A/B Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Osprey Library and History Center Room: Classroom A/B Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Archaeology, Cultural Life, Green Living, History & Culture, Lectures, Lifelong Learning Registration Required : Made by Shells, Told by Time Presented by:							This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group FOL Tours 2:00pm–3:00pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Lectures, Outreach, Volunteer Orientations & Programs Registration Required : Join the Friends of The Venice Library for a tour of our beautiful library. It is guaranteed you will be surprised and impressed with all of the special features we have for all ages.
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4:00pm						This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group CRAFTernoon: Chigiri-e Torn Paper Collages 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Meeting Room B Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Life, Lifelong Learning Registration Required : Join presenter Sari Fujimaru and learn how to mindfully tear japanese washi paper to create a collage that expresses the beauty of nature. Best for ages 5-12. Registration required.				This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Pokémon™ Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Room This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: North Port Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Clubs, Cultural Life, Games : Do you wanna be the very best? Like no one ever was? Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.			This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Perfect Unfolding: Seven Years of Life-Changing Solo Adventure with Kristy Halvorsen 4:00pm–5:30pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Author Event, Lectures, Lifelong Learning : What happens when a firefighter/paramedic sells her dream home and hits the road in an Airstream with no destination in mind?				This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Drop-in Art Night 4:00pm–7:00pm Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Toddlers (1 to 3 years)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Age Group: Youth, Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Preschoolers (3 to 5 years), Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Green Living : We provide the supplies, you bring the creativity! A variety of materials will be available for you to explore and create. Recommended for ages 4-12.
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4:30pm							This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting 4:30pm–5:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Teen Zone This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Gulf Gate Library Room: Teen Zone Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Clubs, Discussion Groups, Lifelong Learning, Volunteer Orientations & Programs : Join other teens at our monthly Teen Advisory Board Meeting. The Board will discuss topics related to teen library services, teen programs and the teen collections. Attendees will receive community service credit for their time at the meeting.
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5:00pm	This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Resume Building Workshop 5:00pm–6:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Registration Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library Room: Dr. Edward James II Meeting Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Career Journeys, Job Search Assistance, Technology Instruction Registration Required : Join SHRM workplace professionals for an interactive Resume Building workshop! Learn the Do's and Don'ts of effective resume writing. Practice with hands-on assistance to help kick-start or r Disclaimer(s) Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net/ADA.
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6:00pm																				This event is in the "Adults" group LVSSC Course: Citizenship preparation 6:00pm–7:45pm Adults Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lifelong Learning : Citizenship test preparation by the Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County.
6:15pm													This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Using Land Documents for Family History Research (PLSS States) 6:15pm–7:45pm New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium This event is in the "New Adult (18-30 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Selby Library Room: Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium Age Group: New Adult (18-30 years), Adults, Seniors Program Type: Genealogy, History & Culture, Lifelong Learning : Want to uncover exactly where your ancestors lived, or find out who owned your land a century ago? Join Dr.
6:30pm																This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Sticker Plaster Notebooks 6:30pm–7:30pm Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Story Time Room Full Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 9 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 12 years)" group Full Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Shannon Staub Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Youth, Children (5 to 9 years), Tweens (9 to 12 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning Registration Required : Make yourself a one-of-a-kind sticker-covered notebook!
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