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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan-Dec
1
2024
Adult Reading Challenge
All Day 1/1 - 12/1
Virtual
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Read with us, Peoria! Find a new book or author each month, letting our themes inspire you! Log your reading on Beanstack to enter a monthly drawing for a gift card to a local business. We will celebrate with a party at the end of the year.
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Sidewalk Chalk Art
All Day 5/1 - 5/31
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Outside
Age Group:
All ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Decorate our StoryWalk path with sidewalk chalk art during sunny days. Simply ask for chalk at the Info Desk. All ages.
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Octavius The Library Cat Celebration
All Day 5/13 - 5/15
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Event Details:
Join us as we celebrate Octavius, the real life cat who was abandoned and rescued at Lakeview Branch. We'll have an Octavius themed scavenger hunt and cat themed escape room. All ages.
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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
North Branch
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Travel Tic Tac Toe Kit
All Day 5/13 - 5/18
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Excited for Summer vacation? Take home one of our kits to design your own traveling Tic Tac Toe game for the road .
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This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
05/01/2024 @ 10:00am - 05/12/2024 @ 4:00pm
Children of all ages
North Branch
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
Mother's Day Flower Bouquet Craft To-Go Kit
05/01/2024 @ 10:00am - 05/12/2024 @ 4:00pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop in and pick up all the materials you will need to make a lovely paper flower bouquet. One kit per family. While supplies last.
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years),
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Off Site
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
May
13
2024
Mon
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Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years),
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Off Site
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
May
16
2024
Thu
Mark Bills Classroom Visits
9:00am - 10:15am
Off Site
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Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Lincoln Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
May
13
2024
Mon
Budding Bookworms
10:30am - 11:15am
Lincoln Branch
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Room:
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us with your budding bookworm as we learn about the world through songs, stories and crafts.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
North Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
May
13
2024
Mon
Wiggle Worms Baby Lap Time
10:30am - 11:15am
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Outside
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families.
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
May
14
2024
Tue
Toddler Tales
10:15am - 10:45am
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for stories and songs each Tuesday! For kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
McClure Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
May
14
2024
Tue
Open Play Time
10:30am - 11:30am
McClure Branch
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Room:
McClure Room
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:
Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week. We will provide variety of age appropriate toys and books.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
North Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
15
2024
Wed
Crafting for Adults
10:30am - 12:30pm
North Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North McKenzie Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
May - create a rope basket!
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
McClure Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
May
16
2024
Thu
Fun Time Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
McClure Branch
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Room:
McClure Room
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Fun Time Storytime Ages 3 to 6.
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
North Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
May
17
2024
Fri
Busy Bees Storytime
10:30am - 11:15am
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
18
2024
Sat
Lattes and Lit Book Club
10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join us for a relaxing morning of good drinks and great discussion at CxT Roasting Company in Kellar Station.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
18
2024
Sat
Autism Resource Group
10:00am - 12:00pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Event Details:
Are you a parent of a child or teen with Autism Spectrum Disorder? Join us on the third Saturday of each month for resource sharing and support.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
13
2024
Mon
Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group
11:00am - 12:00pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Seminar Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
The Atlantic Monthly Discussion Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 11 a.m. (except in October when it is the third Monday.)
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Beehive Storytime Room
Purpose of Meeting
Join us for a chance to meet with other caregivers in your area. Dr.
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Main Library
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
May
14
2024
Tue
Music & Movement Storytime
11:15am - 11:45am
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main Children's Activity Room
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for music and movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
May
17
2024
Fri
Food Truck Friday
11:00am - 2:00pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North McKenzie Room
Event Details:
Check out a variety of local food trucks at North Branch! We'll have a different vendor visiting every third Friday, May through July from 11:00am-2:00pm.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
14
2024
Tue
Yoga with Adriene
12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main LL2 Auditorium
Event Details:
Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
16
2024
Thu
Yoga with Adriene
12:15pm - 12:45pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main LL2 Auditorium
Event Details:
Join us for a free yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube, Yoga with Adriene.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
18
2024
Sat
Anime Club for Adults
1:00pm - 2:30pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Seminar Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club,
Movie
Event Details:
Stop by our monthly Anime Club for adults, where we discuss all things anime- & manga-related, introduce each other to new series, try Japanese snacks, and more. Ages 18+.
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This event is in the "All ages" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
May
18
2024
Sat
Meow Mixer with Peoria Humane Society
2:00pm - 4:00pm
McClure Branch
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Library Branch:
McClure Branch
Room:
McClure Room
Event Details:
Come spend time with the adoptable cats of the Peoria Humane Society! Pet, play, and cuddle with these feline friends. Information about pet adoption and volunteer opportunities will be available.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
May
18
2024
Sat
Anime/Manga Club
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Book Club,
Movie
Event Details:
This casual group is perfect for new or long time fans of anime and manga. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
North Branch
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
May
18
2024
Sat
Anime Club for Teens
2:30pm - 4:00pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North Seminar Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Book Club,
Movie
Event Details:
Whether you're new to anime & manga or an avid enjoyer, come check out our monthly Anime Club for teens & tweens, where we watch and discuss our favorite anime, try Japanese snacks, play trivia games, and make crafts like DIY stickers, ori
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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
May
15
2024
Wed
Octavius Week Celebration Escape Room
3:30pm - 4:15pm
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
In honor of Octavius Week, take part in our cat cafe themed escape room! Puzzles are geared for ages 8 and up. One group per escape room at a time. This is a timed event so please arrive promptly for your scheduled time.
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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
May
17
2024
Fri
LEGO Builder's Club
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type:
STEM
Event Details:
Calling all LEGO fans!!! Join us at Lakeview Branch for our drop-in Lego Builders' Club. Come in for part of the time or stay for the entire two hours of play. Third Friday of each month.
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May
12
2024
Sun
Closing
Early closing for Mother's Day
Branches:
Lakeview Branch,
Lincoln Branch,
North Branch
Description:
Lakeview, Lincoln, and North will close at 4pm
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This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
May
14
2024
Tue
Stamp Time
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Children learn vital skills such as sharing, creativity, and explore their artistic side by making artwork using stamps. They can also make fingerprint creations using our ink pads.
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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
May
15
2024
Wed
Octavius Week Celebration Escape Room
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
In honor of Octavius Week, take part in our cat cafe themed escape room! Puzzles are geared for ages 8 and up. One group per escape room at a time. Registration is required.
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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
May
16
2024
Thu
Teen Paint Night
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lincoln Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
Lincoln Branch
Room:
Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Follow along with a video tutorial and create a summer landscape. Supplies and refreshments provided. Ages 12-18. Registration is requested as space is limited.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
13
2024
Mon
Science Fiction/Fantasy Reading Group
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join us on the second Monday of each month to discuss a variety of sci-fi and fantasy titles, from classics to contemporary!
New members and visitors are always welcome!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
Adults,
All ages
Lakeview Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.
May
13
2024
Mon
The Lifecycle of the Honey Bee with Trudy Yazujian
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakeview Branch
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Room
Age Group:
Adults,
All ages
Program Type:
Peoria Reads
Event Details:
You have heard that Honey Bees are busy, but what do they do all day? Gathering nectar and pollen is important but there is so much more to keep that hive running smoothly.
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This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
May
14
2024
Tue
Octavius Week Celebration Escape Room
6:15pm - 7:15pm
Lakeview Branch
At Capacity
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Library Branch:
Lakeview Branch
Room:
Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years),
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
In honor of Octavius Week, take part in our cat cafe themed escape room! Puzzles are geared for ages 8 and up. One group per escape room at a time. Registration is required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
15
2024
Wed
All About Solar
6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Branch
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Library Branch:
North Branch
Room:
North McKenzie Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Peoria Reads
Event Details:
Get the straight scoop on solar, including how it works and whether it’s for you.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
15
2024
Wed
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join our horror themed book club for a horrifyingly good time at The Fieldhouse Bar and Grill. Love of horror is a must, love of brews not required. January: "A Head Full of Ghosts" by Paul Tremblay
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
16
2024
Thu
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
If you’ve been on the #spicy side of BookTok, you’ll love this new contemporary romance book club that meets every third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Sugar! January 18 – The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood
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