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May 2013

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8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Cabela's Armed Forces Appreciation Weekend

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact Erin Natalicchio 402-861-4804 402-996-0162 Cabela’s Military Appreciation Weekend Set for May 18 and 19 LA VISTA, Nebraska. (April 25, 2013)...

Cost: $0

Where?
Cabela's
12703 Westport Parkway
La Vista, NE  68138
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For more information:
Sponsor: Cabela's
Telephone: 402-861-4804
Contact name: Erin Natalicchio
Website »

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

22Q at the Zoo!

22Q at the Zoo! Worldwide Awareness Day will take place at various zoos throughout the world, including locally at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo. The third-annual event aims to raise the public...

Cost: $13.50 for adults, $12.50 for seniors, $9 for children 3-11

Where?
Henry Doorly Zoo
3701 S. 10th St.
Omaha, NE  68107
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For more information:
Sponsor: Mission 22Q
Contact name: Ann Stalker
Website »

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Nature Connects

See 27 sculptures made from LEGO® bricks in fourteen individual displays as you tour the garden. Learn how nature is interconnected just like the 500,000 LEGO® bricks that were used to build...

Cost: Garden admission applies ($6-$7) / FREE for members

Where?
Lauritzen Gardens
100 Bancroft Street
Omaha, NE  68108
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For more information:
Sponsor: Presenting sponsors Mrs. Kathryn Burney and the H. Lee and Carol Gendler Charitable Fund
Telephone: 402-346-4002
Contact name: Jennifer
Website »

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We want the Vote: Women's Suffrage on the Great Plains

 

We Want the Vote: Women’s Suffrage on the Great Plains | Feb. 23-May 26, 2013

Learn how the Omaha/Council Bluffs region contributed to...

Cost: Please see above.

Where?
The Durham Museum
801 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE  68108
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For more information:
Sponsor: The Durham Museum
Telephone: 402-444-5071
Contact name: Shawna Forsberg
Website »

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

First Trinity Lutheran Church of Bloomfield Nebraska Sunday Morning Service

First Trinity Lutheran Church of Bloomfield Nebraska Sunday Morning Service at 10 am http://www.lutheransonline.com/ftlc

Cost: FREE and all are welcome to attend

Where?
First Trinity Lutheran Church of Bloomfield
402 East Main Street
Bloomfield, NE  68718
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For more information:
Sponsor: First Trinity Lutheran Church of Bloomfield
Telephone: 402-373-4797
Website »

10:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Millard Alliance Church of Omaha Sunday Morning Service

Millard Alliance Church of Omaha Sunday Morning Service each sunday at 10:30 a.m.

Millard Alliance Church of Omaha is at 15405 Adams Street

(between Q and Harrison streets in Millard...

Cost: FREE and all are welcome to attend

Where?
Millard Alliance Church of Omaha
15405 Adams Street
Omaha, NE
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For more information:
Website »

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

2013 Designer Showhouse

The American Society of Interior Designers Nebraska/Iowa Chapter together with Joslyn Castle Trust present Designer Showhouse 2013 at The Historic Smyth House, 710 North 38th Street May 3 through...

Cost: 15.00

Where?
The Historic Smyth House
710 North 38th Street
Omaha, NE  68131
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For more information:
Sponsor: The American Society of Interior Designers Nebraska/Iowa Chapter together with Joslyn Castle Trust
Telephone: 402-595-2199
Contact name:
Website »

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Faith Baptist Church of Omaha Sunday Morning Service

Faith Baptist Church of Omaha Sunday Morning Service each Sunday morning at 11 a.m. http://omaha.net/faith-baptist-church

Cost: FREE

Where?
Faith Baptist Church of Omaha Nebraska
5123 North 15th Street
Omaha, NE
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For more information:
Website »

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Smaller Breed Indoor Dog Park Fundraiser

Our final indoor dog park of the season is this Sunday, May 19. Smaller dogs play from 11am to 1pm and bigger dogs play from 1:30pm to 3:30pm. This is a great way for social dogs and their...

Cost: $10 per dog ($5 per additional dog from the same household)

Where?
Dogtopia of Omaha
13239 Portal Drive
Omaha, NE  68138
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For more information:
Sponsor: Dogtopia of Omaha
Telephone: 402-502-4797
Contact name: Nicholle Reisdorff
Website »

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Larger Breed Indoor Dog Park Fundraiser

Our final indoor dog park of the season is this Sunday, May 19. Smaller dogs play from 11am to 1pm and bigger dogs play from 1:30pm to 3:30pm. This is a great way for social dogs and their...

Cost: $10 per dog ($5 per additional dog from the same household)

Where?
Dogtopia of Omaha
13239 Portal Drive
Omaha, NE  68138
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For more information:
Sponsor: Dogtopia of Omaha
Telephone: 402-502-4797
Contact name: Nicholle Reisdorff
Website »

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The 39 Steps at The BLUEBARN Theatre

The 39 Steps (adapted by Partick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan, from the movie of Alfred Hitchcock) Mix a 1930’s Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy, adventurous spy novel - add...

Cost: $25

Where?
The BLUEBARN Theatre
614 S 11th St
Omaha, NE  68102
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For more information:
Sponsor: Mutual of Omaha
Telephone: 402-345-1576
Contact name: Susan Clement-Toberer
Website »

7:30 PM - 7:00 PM

THE ADDAMS FAMILY

Omaha Performing Arts Presents THE ADDAMS FAMILY May14-19, 2013 Orpheum Theater • Slosburg Hall THE ADDAMS FAMILY is a smash-hit musical comedy that brings the darkly delirious world of...

Cost: Tickets start at $25

Where?
Orpheum Theater
409 S. 16th Street
Omaha, NE  68102
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For more information:
Sponsor: Omaha Performing Arts
Telephone: 402-345-0606
Website »

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We want the Vote: Women's Suffrage on the Great Plains

 

We Want the Vote: Women’s Suffrage on the Great Plains | Feb. 23-May 26, 2013

Learn how the Omaha/Council Bluffs region contributed to...

Cost: Please see above.

Where?
The Durham Museum
801 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE  68108
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For more information:
Sponsor: The Durham Museum
Telephone: 402-444-5071
Contact name: Shawna Forsberg
Website »

12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Omaha Home for Boys 2013 Golf Classic

2013 Omaha Home for Boys Golf Classic supports programs for needy young men and women ages 10-24 through three programs: Residential Care for Boys 10-18 Jacobs' Place transitional living for young...

Cost: $150 per player; $600 per Foursome; Earlybird special, save $25 per player.

Where?
Shadow Ridge Country Club
1501 S. 188th Pz
Omaha, NE  68130
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For more information:
Sponsor: Omaha Home for Boys
Telephone: 402-457-7165
Contact name: Kelley Lewis
Website »

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Pet Loss Support Group

The death of loved pet naturally brings about emotional, physical, and spiritual pain for us as human beings. Forums such as support groups provide us with a safe place where we can embrace our...

Cost: 0

Where?
Paws To Angels, Pet Loss Center & Services
11718 W. Dodge Rd.
Omaha, NE  68154
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For more information:
Sponsor: Paws To Angels, Pet Loss Center & Services
Telephone: 402-507-0585
Contact name: Cherie Fry, CPLP, CPLGC, CCS
Website »

Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) General Sign-up 45

The longstanding Conservation Reserve Program is one of America's most important farm programs. General Sign-up 45, which provides landowners a new opportunity to enroll land in CRP, runs May 20...

Cost: Free

Where?
, NE

For more information:
Website »

Half Price Wine Mondays

Enjoy a selection of half price wines each Monday, open to close at Johnny's Italian Steakhouse,

Cost: $0

Where?
Johnny's Italian Steakhouse
Village Pointe Shopping Center
305 N 170th St.
Omaha, NE  68118
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For more information:
Telephone: 402-289-9210
Contact name: Jamie Arnold
Website »

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We want the Vote: Women's Suffrage on the Great Plains

 

We Want the Vote: Women’s Suffrage on the Great Plains | Feb. 23-May 26, 2013

Learn how the Omaha/Council Bluffs region contributed to...

Cost: Please see above.

Where?
The Durham Museum
801 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE  68108
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: The Durham Museum
Telephone: 402-444-5071
Contact name: Shawna Forsberg
Website »

7:30 PM -

An Evening with Garrison Keillor

Omaha Performing Arts Presents An Evening with Garrison Keillor Tuesday, May 21, 2013 • 7:30 PM Holland Center • Kiewit Hall Over 3 million listeners on more than 450 public radio...

Cost: Tickets start at $25

Where?
Holland Performing Arts Center
1200 Douglas Street
Omaha, NE  68102
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For more information:
Sponsor: Omaha Performing Arts
Telephone: 402-345-0606
Website »

Bocce Ball

Weekly Bocce Ball league sponsored by Saints Pub & Patio. Leagues formed and registered with portion of ‎proceeds going to the winning team’s charity of choice. Weekly drink and food specials...

Cost: undisclosed

Where?
Midtown Crossing Turner Park
, NE

For more information:
Sponsor: Saint's Pub + Pati0
Contact name: Amanda Treiber

Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) General Sign-up 45

The longstanding Conservation Reserve Program is one of America's most important farm programs. General Sign-up 45, which provides landowners a new opportunity to enroll land in CRP, runs May 20...

Cost: Free

Where?
, NE

For more information:
Website »

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We want the Vote: Women's Suffrage on the Great Plains

 

We Want the Vote: Women’s Suffrage on the Great Plains | Feb. 23-May 26, 2013

Learn how the Omaha/Council Bluffs region contributed to...

Cost: Please see above.

Where?
The Durham Museum
801 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE  68108
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: The Durham Museum
Telephone: 402-444-5071
Contact name: Shawna Forsberg
Website »

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Wohlner's Midweek Market

The Midweek Market sponsored by Wohlner's at Midtown Crossing will feature the best in locally-grown, ‎freshly-harvested produce every Wednesday – from 3 to 6 pm – May 1 to September 25. A...

Cost: Free

Where?
Midtown Crossing
3301 Farnam St.
Omaha, NE  68131
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For more information:
Sponsor: Wohlner's Neighborhood Grocery
Contact name: Amanda Treiber
Website »

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Scleroderma Night with Omaha Storm Chasers

Please join us to cheer on the Omaha Storm Chasers and to raise funds for the Scleroderma Foundation! All persons affected by scleroderma; patients, family, friends and caregivers are invited to...

Cost: Ticket Price

Where?
Werner Park
12356 Ballpark Way
Papillion, NE  68046
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For more information:
Sponsor: Heartland Chapter-Scleroderma Foundation
Telephone: 515-661-8089
Contact name: Barb Heenan
Website »

7:00 PM -

All Around Downtown Dishcrawl

In the midst of Omaha's historic downtown buildings are some of the brightest gems of the culinary scene. On Wednesday, May 22nd, join us as we take you to four downtown eateries to experience the...

Cost: $45

Where?
Downtown
Omaha, NE

For more information:
Website »

Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) General Sign-up 45

The longstanding Conservation Reserve Program is one of America's most important farm programs. General Sign-up 45, which provides landowners a new opportunity to enroll land in CRP, runs May 20...

Cost: Free

Where?
, NE

For more information:
Website »

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We want the Vote: Women's Suffrage on the Great Plains

 

We Want the Vote: Women’s Suffrage on the Great Plains | Feb. 23-May 26, 2013

Learn how the Omaha/Council Bluffs region contributed to...

Cost: Please see above.

Where?
The Durham Museum
801 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE  68108
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: The Durham Museum
Telephone: 402-444-5071
Contact name: Shawna Forsberg
Website »

5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Lazlo's On The Lawn

Jam the night away to the tunes of local legend band: FINEST HOUR. Enjoy Empyrean brews, wines, spirits and an assortment of Lazlo's grilled foods. $5 Cover. Kids 12 and under enter free....

Cost: $5 cover, kids 12 and under free

Where?
Lazlo's Brewery & Grill Omaha
2425 S 192nd Ave
Omaha, NE  68130
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For more information:
Sponsor: Empyrean Brewing Co.
Telephone: 402-434-5959
Website »

5:45 PM - 9:00 PM

59th Omaha Sports Banquet To Honor Tom Osborne

An annual event since 1954, our B'nai B'rith charity sports banquet raises money to provide for youth scholarships for college and camp. Funds raised also support educational and social...

Cost: $110-Patron; $160-VIP; Special sponsors receive added benefits

Where?
CenturyLink Center Omaha
455 N. 10 St
Omaha, NE  68102
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For more information:
Sponsor: Henry Monsky Lodge of B'nai B'rith
Telephone: 402-861-0565
Contact name: Howard Shandell
Website »

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

The 39 Steps at The BLUEBARN Theatre

The 39 Steps (adapted by Partick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan, from the movie of Alfred Hitchcock) NOTE: NO SHOW Thu May 16 Mix a 1930’s Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy, adventurous...

Cost: $25

Where?
The BLUEBARN Theatre
614 S 11th St
Omaha, NE  68102
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: Mutual of Omaha
Telephone: 402-345-1576
Contact name: Susan Clement-Toberer
Website »

Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) General Sign-up 45

The longstanding Conservation Reserve Program is one of America's most important farm programs. General Sign-up 45, which provides landowners a new opportunity to enroll land in CRP, runs May 20...

Cost: Free

Where?
, NE

For more information:
Website »

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We want the Vote: Women's Suffrage on the Great Plains

 

We Want the Vote: Women’s Suffrage on the Great Plains | Feb. 23-May 26, 2013

Learn how the Omaha/Council Bluffs region contributed to...

Cost: Please see above.

Where?
The Durham Museum
801 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE  68108
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: The Durham Museum
Telephone: 402-444-5071
Contact name: Shawna Forsberg
Website »

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

The 39 Steps at The BLUEBARN Theatre

The 39 Steps (adapted by Partick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan, from the movie of Alfred Hitchcock) Mix a 1930’s Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy, adventurous spy novel - add the flair...

Cost: $25

Where?
The BLUEBARN Theatre
614 S 11th St
Omaha, NE  68102
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: Mutual of Omaha
Telephone: 402-345-1576
Contact name: Susan Clement-Toberer
Website »

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Music of the Rolling Stones

Satisfaction's Music of the Rolling Stones
Conductor: Ernest Richardson
Friday, May 24, 2013, at 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 25, 2013, at 8 p.m.
Holland Performing Arts Center

Cost: Tickets starting at $25

Where?
Holland Performing Arts Center
1200 Douglas Street
Omaha, NE  68102
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For more information:
Sponsor: Physicians Mutual
Telephone: 402-345-0606
Contact name: Box Office
Website »

Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) General Sign-up 45

The longstanding Conservation Reserve Program is one of America's most important farm programs. General Sign-up 45, which provides landowners a new opportunity to enroll land in CRP, runs May 20...

Cost: Free

Where?
, NE

For more information:
Website »

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Benson Farmers Market

The Benson Farmers Market, a Nebraska nonprofit corporation now in its 6th season, offers an amazing variety of locally grown fresh produce. You'll also find artisan foods, baked goods, crafts,...

Cost: EBT (SNAP) cards and WIC and Senior vouchers accepted for eligible vendors.

Where?
Military Avenue at Maple Street
(in historic downtown Benson)
Omaha, NE  68104
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For more information:
Sponsor: Benson Farmers Market
Telephone: 402-553-5627
Contact name: Russ Martin
Website »

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Yappytime Stay & Play canine playgroup

Yappytime Stay & Play meets every Saturday at the Bone Jour Daycare, 8801 Fort Street - NHS Campus. We have access to two indoor play areas and two outdoor play areas. Bring a chair and join the fun.

Cost: $2.00

Where?
Bone Jour Daycare
8801 Fort Street
Omaha, NE  68134
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For more information:
Sponsor: Yappy Pack
Telephone: 402-345-1838
Contact name: Hope Wicken

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We want the Vote: Women's Suffrage on the Great Plains

 

We Want the Vote: Women’s Suffrage on the Great Plains | Feb. 23-May 26, 2013

Learn how the Omaha/Council Bluffs region contributed to...

Cost: Please see above.

Where?
The Durham Museum
801 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE  68108
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: The Durham Museum
Telephone: 402-444-5071
Contact name: Shawna Forsberg
Website »

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Pet Food/Nutrition & Meet/Greet

Everyone is welcome to attend! We will begin at 11 with a Nutritional Presentation from The Green Spot Staff. This will be followed by a Meet & Greet. You won't want to miss this event! Go to our...

Cost: FREE

Where?
K*9 Lives Rescue Boutique
12100 West Center Road, Suite 610, Bel Air Plaza
Omaha, NE
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For more information:
Sponsor: Nebraska Dachshund Rescue
Telephone: 402-960-5686
Contact name: Lisa/Jen/Chris/Jody
Website »

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

The Color Run™ - Omaha

The Color Run™ event is a one of a kind experience that is less about speed and more about enjoying a color crazy day with your friends and family. For our events, it is about...

Cost: $35

Where?
The Century Link Center
455 North 10th ST
Omaha, NE  68102
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For more information:
Sponsor: The Color Run™
Telephone: 185-562-26567
Contact name: Info@TheColorRun.com
Website »

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

The 39 Steps at The BLUEBARN Theatre

The 39 Steps (adapted by Partick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan, from the movie of Alfred Hitchcock) Mix a 1930’s Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy, adventurous spy novel - add the flair...

Cost: $25

Where?
The BLUEBARN Theatre
614 S 11th St
Omaha, NE  68102
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: Mutual of Omaha
Telephone: 402-345-1576
Contact name: Susan Clement-Toberer
Website »

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Music of the Rolling Stones

Satisfaction's Music of the Rolling Stones
Conductor: Ernest Richardson
Friday, May 24, 2013, at 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 25, 2013, at 8 p.m.
Holland Performing Arts Center

Cost: Tickets starting at $25

Where?
Holland Performing Arts Center
1200 Douglas Street
Omaha, NE  68102
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: Physicians Mutual
Telephone: 402-345-0606
Contact name: Box Office
Website »

Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) General Sign-up 45

The longstanding Conservation Reserve Program is one of America's most important farm programs. General Sign-up 45, which provides landowners a new opportunity to enroll land in CRP, runs May 20...

Cost: Free

Where?
, NE

For more information:
Website »

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Charity Events

Pet Food/Nutrition & Meet/Greet

Pet Food/Nutrition & Meet/Greet

2013.05.25

Everyone is welcome to attend! We will begin at 11 with a Nutritional Presentation from The Green Spot Staff. This will be followed by a Meet &...

The Color Run™ - Omaha

The Color Run™ - Omaha

2013.05.25

The Color Run™ event is a one of a kind experience that is less about speed and more about enjoying a color crazy day with your friends...

The Nebraska TOUR de CURE

2013.06.01

Save the date: Saturday, June 1, 2013 and prepare to Take the Ride of Your Life! On Saturday, June 1, 2013, the American Diabetes Association will...

The Nebraska TOUR de CURE

2013.06.01

Save the date: Saturday, June 1, 2013 and prepare to Take the Ride of Your Life! On Saturday, June 1, 2013, the American Diabetes Association will...

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Community Events

Pet Food/Nutrition & Meet/Greet

Pet Food/Nutrition & Meet/Greet

2013.05.25

Everyone is welcome to attend! We will begin at 11 with a Nutritional Presentation from The Green Spot Staff. This will be followed by a Meet &...

We want the Vote: Women's Suffrage on the Great Plains

We want the Vote: Women's Suffrage on the Great Plains

2013.02.23

  We Want the Vote: Women’s Suffrage on the Great Plains | Feb. 23-May 26, 2013 Learn how the Omaha/Council Bluffs region contributed to...

Faith Baptist Church of Omaha Sunday Morning Service

2013.01.13

Faith Baptist Church of Omaha Sunday Morning Service each Sunday morning at 11 a.m. http://omaha.net/faith-baptist-church

First Trinity Lutheran Church of Bloomfield Nebraska Sunday Morning Service

2012.10.21

First Trinity Lutheran Church of Bloomfield Nebraska Sunday Morning Service at 10 am http://www.lutheransonline.com/ftlc

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