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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 23, 2023
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BARKTOBER FEST — WALK FOR THE ANIMALS
Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Rd., Fairport
Check-in begins at 9 am, Walk begins at 10 am.
There will be two ASL interpreters at the festival, which will feature canine contests, food and artisan vendors, and a Family Fun Zone with bounce house! Bring your dog along for the fun and enjoy a wonderful day while helping pets in need!
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/1006100
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SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESS AND NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
Rochester Recreation Club for the Deaf, 1564 Lyell Ave., Rochester
10 am to 5 pm
Support local deaf business owners and organizations. Free and open to everyone. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be sold.
https://www.rochesterdeafclub.org
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DEAF CULTURE DAY (postponed to Nov. 11)
Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave., Rochester
Details TBA. Contact Brian Haak, behoea@rit.edu
https://www.rit.edu/events/rochester-museum-science-center-deaf-culture-day
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“BLACK DOLLS” EXHIBIT OPENING DAY
The Strong National Museum of Play, One Manhattan Square, Rochester
11 am to 3 pm
Join us in celebrating the opening of our newest exhibit, Black Dolls! Bring your own Play Pal from home to enjoy the museum with or create your own.
Discover more about the Black Dolls exhibit at an exclusive Exhibit Talk with Dr. Dominique Jean-Louis, co-curator of the exhibit. Paychex Theater, 11 a.m. ASL interpreter provided.
Join us for a panel discussion on, “Black Dolls and Social Movements in the American Toy Industry,” with Dr. Sabrina Thomas, Dr. Rob Goldberg, and Yolanda Hester Paychex Theater, 1 p.m. ASL interpreter provided.
https://www.museumofplay.org/visit/
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‘MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 3’
Roc Cinema, 957 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester
3:10 pm
Open captioned. Theater has hearing loop available for every movie and event. Plays captions on all Saturday movies that are scheduled between 1pm-4pm. Tickets are $7.50.
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A CONVERSATION WITH MARLEE MATLIN: FROM OSCAR TO THE WEST WING AND BEYOND
Nazareth Arts Center’s Callahan Theater, 4245 East Ave., Rochester
3 pm
Oscar-winner Marlee Matlin is the keynote speaker when Nazareth welcomes alumni, students, families, and the community for its biggest and brightest Naz celebration complete with food trucks, live music, local artisans, athletic contests and student performances. The code to unlock priority seating for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community is MatlinASL (enter it in the promo code box).
https://www2.naz.edu/artscenter/tickets/
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ASL TRIVIA NIGHT (cancelled)
Rochester Recreation Club for the Deaf, 1564 Lyell Ave., Rochester
Doors at 6 pm, games at 7 pm
Show how much you know about Deaf culture and history. $20 for three games, $10 for fans. Win money! Hosted by Omar Garcia and Dave Putz.
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=822534876316992&set=a.499631131940703
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MCINGO GAME NIGHT FOR THE ASL COMMUNITY
American Legion, 61 Main St., Scottsville
7 pm (doors open 6:30)
Presented by MCDHub, admission $15 online, $20 at the door. Purchase online ticket by NOON 9/22.
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SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
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DEAF AWARENESS DAY
Anchor Christian Church, 375 Beaver Rd., Rochester
8:15 am / 9:45 am / 11:15 am
Headliner will be Chad Entinger, Executive Director of Deaf Missions.
https://www.anchorchristian.org/deaf-ministry
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CUB SCOUT POPCORN SALE
In front of Dunkin Donuts, 62 North Ave., Webster
12 to 4 pm
A deaf-friendly Cub Scout pack will be selling popcorn for fundraising. Stop by and say hello. Interpreter available.
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ROCHESTER DEAF KITCHEN OPEN HOURS
Rochester School for the Deaf, 1545 St. Paul St., Rochester
1 to 4 pm
Community food pantry. Enter through the school campus entrance near the soccer field.
https://www.rocdeafkitchen.com
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OPEN HOUSE FOR THE DEAF COMMUNITY
Rochester Rainbow Union, 50 Prince St., Rochester
2 to 4 pm
Interpreter provided. Have you seen the new location of the Rochester Rainbow Union? Come on out for a Deaf-friendly open house and meet the staff and board members. Refreshments provided.
https://rochesterrainbowunion.com
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MIGHTY STORYTIME READ-ALOUD WITH AUTHOR REEM FARUQI
Irondequoit Public Library, 1290 Titus Ave., Rochester
2 to 3 pm
ASL Interpreted. Join us as the ALA notable author of “Lailah’s Lunchbox” and “Unsettled” reads aloud from one of her bestselling books and shares with us special behind-the-scenes information about the creation of the book. We’ll have a read-aloud of our own, as well as snacks and refreshments before we are joined virtually by our special guest author. For children and tweens. Registration is required.
https://irondequoitlibrary.libcal.com/event/11056971
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LAUGH OUT LOUD COMEDY FUNDRAISER FOR GOLISANO AUTISM CENTER
Comedy @ the Carlson, 50 Carlson Rd., Rochester
7 pm
ASL Interpreter provided upon request. Exceptional comedians are joining forces to create an unforgettable evening of laughter, all in support of autism awareness, neurodiversity acceptance and the Golisano Autism Center’s important work. Buy tickets online in advance ($20). Use this form to request an interpreter.
https://www.carlsoncomedy.com/deaf-hoh/
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MONDAY SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
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ASL COFFEE CHAT AT BOULDER
Boulder Coffee, 100 Alexander St., Rochester
6 to 9:30 pm
Come on out and enjoy meeting new friends and old acquaintances. Hosted by Josh Blosenhauer.
https://www.bouldercoffeeroaster.com
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COMEDY OPEN MIC
Boulder Coffee, 100 Alexander St., Rochester
7:30 to 9:30 pm
ASL interpreted. Come for the ASL coffee chat and stay for Rochester’s most popular comedy open mic. Up to 25 comics will be doing 4-minute sets. Only women or queer-identifying individuals can perform, but anyone can watch. Want to perform? Here’s the link to sign up:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9H96NAiZV3SLNtOCci7gEwNWkxsFlQELUvFB5QBGSBlD15Q/viewform
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TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
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GRAND OPENING – DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY
Sibley Square, 240 East Main St., Rochester
First floor at “Behind the Glass” Gallery
10:45 am – Doors open
11 am – Press conference led by County Executive Adam Bello
11:20 am – View photo exhibit by deaf refugees
11:45 am to 2 pm – Refreshments & open house (Suite 3500)
Interpreters will be present to facilitate communication. Donations welcome.
Registration link: https://form.jotform.com/232403811174144
https://www.deafrefugeeadvocacy.org
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MCC ASL PROGRAM PRESENTS SIGN x CHAT
Monroe Community College, 1000 East Henrietta Rd., Rochester
6 to 7:30 pm
DeJa Brew Lounge, Bldg. 1, First floor. This event is open to the public. All are welcome. No sign language skills needed. Free coffee, tea and cookies will be provided. Interpreters have been requested. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Prof. Rita Straubhaar and request parking pass by Monday Sept 25.
rstraubhaar@monroecc.edu
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ROCHESTER DEAF KITCHEN FOOD BANK PRESENTATION
Rochester View Apartments Community Room, 4365 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester
6 pm
Presentation by Zachary Ennis.
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IRONDEQUOIT ART CLUB – ARTIST LECTURE SERIES: GAIL JOHNSON
Irondequoit Public Library, 1290 Titus Ave., Rochester
6 to 8 pm
ASL Interpreted. Join the Irondequoit Art Club and Irondequoit Public Library for a series of free art lectures. Each month a different regional artist working with a variety of mediums will discuss their artwork, creative process, and techniques. This month’s artist is: Gail Johnson. The talk ends around 7, after which artists mill about for casual conversation. Interpretation will be provided for that.
https://irondequoitlibrary.libcal.com/event/10400279
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MOVIE SCREENING: WINE OF YOUTH (1926)
Dryden Theatre, George Eastman Museum, 900 East Ave., Rochester
7:30 pm (72 mins)
Silent film that has English intertitles. This is the first of four “Jazz Age flaming youth pictures” King Vidor directed in the mid-1920s. Tickets are $11 (discounts available).
https://www.eastman.org/event/film-screenings/wine-youth
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WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
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ROCHESTER DEAF KITCHEN OPEN HOURS
Rochester School for the Deaf, 1545 St. Paul St., Rochester
9 to 11 am
Community food pantry. Enter through the school campus entrance near the soccer field.
https://www.rocdeafkitchen.com
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DEAR (Deaf Elders Around Rochester) WEEKLY SOCIAL
Rochester Recreation Club for the Deaf, 1564 Lyell Ave., Rochester
9 am to 3 pm
Anyone is welcome! First-time visit at DEAR will be free admission. Member will be $2 and Non Member will be $5. Come and enjoy!!
https://www.rochesterdeafclub.org/d-e-a-r
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FOOD TRUCK RODEO
Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St., Rochester
5 to 9 pm
Food on four wheels featuring the community’s creative mobile cuisine! Just about everything and anything that could be served from a truck can be found at Food Truck Rodeos! Not a Deaf event but let’s meet there at 5! You are encouraged to bring your own seats and maybe even a folding table.
https://www.cityofrochester.gov/foodtruckrodeo/
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DEAF WALKING EVENT
Schoen Place at Village of Pittsford
6 pm
Park behind Coal Tower at 9 Schoen Place. Meet at Erie Canal Park Pavilion by 5:50 pm. Wear comfortable sneakers and clothing, bring bottled water and snacks, dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.
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TEN WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER’S
Pittsford Library, 11 S. Main St., Pittsford
6:30 to 7:30 pm
ASL Interpreter requested. Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause memory, thinking, and behavior problems that interfere with daily living. Join us to learn how to recognize common signs of the disease.
https://calendar.libraryweb.org/event/11035629
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DEAF CONNECTIONS BOWLING LEAGUE
Bowl-A-Roll Lanes, 1560 Jefferson Rd., Rochester
Come early for warmup, play starts at 6:30, ends at 8:45
New and old bowlers welcome, CODAs too.
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MOVIE SCREENING: WELCOME, OR NO TRESPASSING (1964)
Dryden Theatre, George Eastman Museum, 900 East Ave., Rochester
7:30 pm (74 mins)
From Russian director Elem Klimov, with English captions. A pre-teen hero is expelled from summer camp. When he sneaks back in, the other children hide him. Tickets are $11 (discounts available).
https://www.eastman.org/event/film-screenings/welcome-or-no-trespassing
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THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
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PAPERMAKING WITH LAURA (cancelled)
This program reached full capacity before we could even tell deaf people that it had an interpreter. The interpreter has been cancelled.
Rochester Library, Charlotte branch, 3557 Lake Ave., Rochester
2 to 3:30 pm
ASL interpreter provided. Roll up your sleeves as you’re going to get wet. Make your own paper in any color and thickness, adorned with flowers, beads, ribbons, even insects. It’s amazing how simple it is. Add any sort of embellishments such as string, sparkles or butterfly wings to make it uniquely your own. Free but registration required. Please call 585-428-8216 to register.
https://calendar.libraryweb.org/event/11198140
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TOUR OF MEMORIAL ART GALLERY
Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Ave., Rochester
6:45 to 7:45 pm
ASL interpreter requested. Take a one-hour public tour of MAG’s collection and temporary exhibitions! Included in museum admission. Upon your arrival, please let the Admissions Desk know that you wish to join the tour.
https://mag.rochester.edu/events/public-tours-of-the-galleries/
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DISNEY’S FROZEN
West Herr Auditorium Theatre, 885 East Main St., Rochester
Doors open 6:30, show at 7:30
ASL interpreted. Reserve seating in view of the interpreter in advance or request sign interpretation for other events at 585-222-5000 or mail@rbtl.org.
https://rbtl.org/events/frozen/
NOTE: This venue also offers open captioning during most Sunday matinee subscription performances of the Broadway Season and select other performances.
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MOVIE SCREENING: COME AND SEE (1985)
Dryden Theatre, George Eastman Museum, 900 East Ave., Rochester
7:30 pm (142 mins)
From Russian director Elem Klimov, with English captions. A teenaged boy in Nazi occupied Russia flees his own destroyed village and falls in with a band of partisans, discovering firsthand the brutal ordeals suffered by peasants. Tickets are $11 (discounts available).
https://www.eastman.org/event/film-screenings/come-and-see
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FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
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GEORGE EASTMAN MUSEUM ASL TOUR
900 East Ave., Rochester
10 am to 12 noon
Join us for an ASL-interpreted tour of the George Eastman House and the International Museum of Photography. Stick around for lunch on your own at Open Face, the museum’s eatery.
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2023 APPLES ALES & TAILS: A TASTING CELEBRATION
Seneca Park Zoo, 2222 St. Paul St., Rochester
5:30 to 8:30 pm
ASL Interpreter requested. Seneca Park Zoo Society is excited to announce our third annual Apples, Ales & Tails event! A tasting celebration, this event features tasting stations throughout the entire Zoo! Guests will also enjoy delicious food, drinks and entertainment, featuring live music and plenty of fun!
Buy tickets in advance online $50 general admission, $85 VIP, $20 “designated driver” (non-drinker) at:
https://senecaparkzoo.org/aat/
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RIN TIN TIN IN ‘CLASH OF THE WOLVES’
The Little Theatre (Screen 1), 240 East Ave., Rochester
5:30 pm
In celebration of International Silent Movie Day, the Little is screening this 1925 silent picture. What’s it about? “A fire in the mountains drives a wolf pack into a nearby desert where they will terrorize the local residents.” General admission $11, discounts available.
https://thelittle.easy-ware-ticketing.com/generaladmission/IOpoVfgQMzGX0Q1EGPuhzA
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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
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5TH FINGER LAKES DEAF HEALTH FAIR
Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave., Rochester
10 am to 3 pm
The Fair provides the Deaf community an accessible venue to learn more about the upstate NY area’s health care providers. Hosted by Partners in Deaf Health Inc.
https://www.partnersdeafhealth.org/
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BROWNCROFT PRESERVATION DISTRICT WALKING TOUR (cancelled)
This program reached full capacity before we could even tell deaf people that it had an interpreter. The interpreter has been cancelled.
Rochester Public Library, Winton Branch, 611 Winton Rd. N., Rochester
10-11 am
ASL Interpreter provided. Join Cynthia Howk on a walking tour of the historic Browncroft Preservation District. We’ll start at the Winton Branch Library, and walk for about an hour (roughly 1.5 miles.) Free. Registration required.
https://calendar.libraryweb.org/event/10991265
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AGRICULTURAL FAIR
Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford
10 am to 4 pm
ASL interpreters available. Join us for our annual Agricultural Fair at GCV&M. Celebrate the bountiful Western NY harvest as the museum shines in its finest fall colors! Enjoy livestock and cooking demonstrations, entertainment for the whole family, and browsing for unique finds at the market in the tradition of the country fairs of days gone by. (This event also takes place Sunday, Oct. 1, same time.)
https://www.gcv.org/event/ag-fair/
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DEAF STAGE AT ROC ARTISTS OPEN MARKET
Innovation Square, 100-140 S Clinton Ave., Rochester
Artist Market is 10 am to 4 pm, Deaf show is 11:30 am to 2 pm with an hour break 12-1 for lunch.
A festive outdoor artisan market shopping experience featuring artists, vendors and much more. Music, food, entertainment, and activities. Performances at 1 pm by NTID’s Dangerous Signs, comedian/ASL interpreter Freddy DoLess, and deaf standup comedian Tom Willard. Enjoy a food truck lunch and peruse the artists’ and vendors’ stalls.
https://www.rocartistsopenmarket.com
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CELEBRATING DEAF AWARENESS WEEK
Golden Harvest Bakery, 368 Jefferson Rd., Rochester
1 to 3 pm
Featuring a Deaf CP author, Mike Dorsey, book signing, meet & greet.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063713779409
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CAPTIONED MOVIE TBD
Roc Cinema, 957 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester
Theater has hearing loop available for every movie and event. Plays captions on all Saturday movies that are scheduled between 1pm-4pm.
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DEAF VOLLEYBALL NIGHT (This event has been moved to Friday, Sept. 22)
ASL Followers of Christ in Upstate NY, 1400 Westfall Rd., Rochester
7 pm
A fun night of sports, where Deaf and signing people of all ages can come to meet with other people, and play volleyball.
https://www.facebook.com/followchristasl/
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THE FAB FOUR PERFORM THE BEATLES’ RUBBER SOUL & GREATEST HITS
Kodak Center, 200 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester
8 pm
ASL interpreter provided on request. If you want to experience the best Beatles tribute ever, you won’t want to miss “The Fab Four-The Ultimate Tribute.” Call 585-254-0181 or email info@asm.kodakcenter.com to make interpreter arrangements. Tickets are $20.50-$55.50.
https://www.kodakcenter.com/events/2023/the-fab-four
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HONORABLE MENTION
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This section is for major Deaf-friendly events occurring in September but outside the date range of Deaf Awareness Week.
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FOURTH ANNUAL DEAF CULTURE NIGHT CELEBRATION @ ROCHESTER RED WINGS
Innovative Field, 1 Morrie Silver Way, Rochester
Doors at 5 pm, Game time 6:05 pm, Post-game fireworks
RIT/NTID alumni and friends are invited to join us for the Red Wings Deaf Culture Night at Innovative Field. Come watch the Rochester Red Wings take on the LeHigh Valley IronPigs. Ticket includes your seat (102 section is where we will be seated together) plus a $10 Diamond Dollar voucher to be used on food items of your choice. We’ll gather starting at 5 p.m. to socialize and watch the pre-game activities, which will include ASL performances, a first pitch by MMA Signatures wrestler Matt “The Hammer” Hamill, and more! Then sit back to take in the game.
Click the link to register:
https://tigers.rit.edu/site/Calendar?id=103821&view=Detail
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THE WIZARD OF OZ AT GEVA
Geva Theatre, 75 Woodbury Blvd., Rochester
Wed. Sept. 20, 2 and 7:30 pm
Open-captioned. When booking your seats, mention your interest in open captioning in order to secure the most advantageous view of the display on the right of the stage.
Thurs. Sept. 21, 7:30 pm
ASL interpreted. Be sure to mention your interest in sign interpretation when reserving tickets, or select the house right section of the orchestra in the Wilson Stage in order to secure the most advantageous seating.
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s timeless classic, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. Famed performer/choreographer Thomas Warfield has a lead role!
https://gevatheatre.org/show/the-wizard-of-oz/
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