SAYVILLE LIBRARY Happenings MAY – JUNE 2015 VOL. XV, NO. 59 SUNDAY AFTERNOON CONCERTS x Daydream Believer: A Tribute to the British Invasion Sunday, May 31, 2:00-3:00 pm Vocal and acoustic guitar duo, Acoustically Correct, will perform some of the best-loved pop songs of the 60s and 70s by British innovators including, the Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks and Donovan. Don’t miss this delightful show! x Chris Gotzen-Berg: Classical Guitar Sunday, June 14, 2:00-3:00 pm For nearly 20 years, Savage Classical Guitar Sponsored Artist Christopher Gotzen-Berg has shared his passion for the guitar through his performances, teaching, and original compositions. His concert programs include classical masterpieces, original compositions, and flamenco transcriptions. The Times Union newspaper (Albany, NY) complemented Christopher for his “sparkling original compositions”. This is our last Sunday afternoon concert until September, so don’t miss it! Heading for the beach and no time to stop in the library? Call ahead and ask for your items to be placed in our 24/7 mailboxes for easy pick up! 2015 Family Carnival for All Ages and Summer Reading Club Kick-off Friday, June 19, 4:00-6:00 pm Join us for fun, games and a petting zoo! Sign up early for the adult, children’s or teen Summer Reading Club and receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win Sayville Chamber Gift Certificates to stores in town, courtesy of the Friends of Sayville Library. Turn to pages 2 & 3 for Library Budget & Trustee Election Information For Your Information Sayville Library 2015-2016 Proposed Operating Budget 2014-20152015-2016 Total Proposed Operating Budget $3,692,405 Estimated ANNUAL Tax Appropriation Change $3,752,580 $7.78 EXPENSES Total Library Materials Total Library Operations Total Equipment & Furnishings Total Building Operations & Maintenance Total Administrative Expenses Total Salaries Total Employee Benefits Subtotal - Operating Budget Plus Repayment of Bond on Library Facility Less Revenues Total Operating Budget $349,105 $128,590 $21,000 $252,875 $111,705 $1,360,672 $580,041 $2,803,988 $1,004,875 ($116,458) $3,692,405 $349,380 $132,890 $21,000 $262,475 $95,965 $1,389,005 $619,008 $2,869,723 $983,875 ($101,018) $3,752,580 Allowable Amount to be raised under NYS Tax Cap Tax Appropriation Above/(Below) Tax Cap $3,694,097 ($1,692) $3,755,197 ($2,617) 88 Greene Avenue, 11782-2745 631-589-4440 Adult Services X305 Youth Services X319 Administration X310 Circulation Desk X301 HOURS OF SERVICE Monday - Friday 10 am – 9 pm Saturday 9:30 am – 5 pm Sunday 1 – 5 pm Art Gallery May Intuitive Acrylic Paintings and Mixed Media by Margaret Henning June Watercolors by Susan Toplitz Display Cases May Intuitive Acrylic Paintings and Mixed Media by Margaret Henning June Actual Homestead Tax Rate / $100 $0.8874 Actual Bond Repayment Rate / $100 $0.3058 Estimated Homestead Tax Rate / $100 Estimated Bond Repayment Rate / $100 Actual Annual Cost for a house assessed at $40,000 $477.28 Estimated Annual Cost for a house assessed at $40,000 $0.9069 $0.3058 Estimated ANNUAL Tax Appropriation Change $7.78 REVENUE Fines Lost Materials DVD Charges Printing & Faxing Interest Commissions Gifts and Donations PILOT Payment (est.) Grants & Other Interest from Bond Checking Account Total Revenue SAYVILLE LIBRARY $485.05 $17,000$17,000 $2,000 $2,000 $11,500 $10,000 $7,050 $7,000 $5,800$5,800 $400$500 $2,500 $5,250 $6,520 $10,780 $5,000 $5,000 $58,688 $37,688 $116,458 $101,018 Please note: The “Sayville Library District” line on your tax bill includes the Sayville Historical Society Tax Appropriation. Vintage Cameras by Stephanie DiChiara BUDGET VOTE DATES: Tuesday, May 12 Absentee Ballots must be returned, if mailed; available from District Clerk, Sayville Administration Bldg. Tuesday, May 12 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm Evening Registration Sayville Administration Bldg. Tuesday, May 12 7:30 pm Budget Information Meeting Sayville Administration Bldg. Tuesday, May 19 7:00 am – 9:00 pm School District & Library Budget Vote and Trustee Elections Suffolk Community Center 2 May/June 2015 2015-2016 Budget Vote & Trustee Election May 19, 2015 MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES In this fourth year of the tax cap, property taxes may be increased by 1.62%. Sayville Library’s Proposed Operating Budget is below the allowable amount. For the 2015-2016 fiscal year, there will be an estimated annual change of $7.78, or $0.65 a month, for a home assessed at $40,000, based on current tax rates. Your library card is still the smartest and most cost effective card in your wallet. Using any of the following services will provide a substantial rate of return for your tax dollars. There are many reasons to come into the library, including: • new books, music and movies • wonderful concerts and family programs • hands-on computer workshops in the computer lab or one-on-one training sessions with a staff member • get answers to your technology questions at a Tech Forum • use the large or small scanner for documents or photo scanning If you cannot visit the library, there are multiple online services available at no cost. • learn a language using Pronunciator • view a full issue of an e-magazine • download and read an e-book • learn or update a skill at Lynda.com • stream a movie from Indieflix The theme for the Summer Reading Club for all ages is “Every Hero Has a Story”. There will be a kick-off Family Carnival on Friday, June 19, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Join us for some fun games and a petting zoo! With the support of the Friends of Sayville Library, free passes to seven museums are available. Old Westbury Gardens will be added this spring. Register at the Children’s Services Desk for this popular program. The exterior courtyard renovation about which the public was informed last fall will be completed in mid-May. Outdoor programs will be conducted there during the warm months. You will be electing one Library Trustee this year for a five-year term. Linda Halliday is the incumbent. Remember to vote on Tuesday, May 19, from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm at the Suffolk Community Center. Please see important dates on page 2. A call to Library Director Alice Lepore at 589-4440 will provide answers to any of your questions about the budget. The public is welcome to attend Library Board meetings held the 2nd Monday of each month (except August). We all thank you for your continued support of Sayville Library. Linda Halliday, President Joseph Loughren, Vice President Debra Mitchell, Secretary Marianne Bastian, Deputy Secretary Dr. John Whitbread, Trustee 2014 - A Busy Year at Your Community Library Materials Checked Out - 257,783 E-book Downloading - 16,713 Public Computers Logged On 37,643 New Materials Added to Collection 14,471 Questions Answered 79,577 Online Databases and Special Services - 53,025 Library and Local Community Group Programs/Meetings Sessions 893, Attendance 12,246 Library Visitors 190,800 Summer Reading Club Participants 796 Children, Teens and Adults Read 8,327 Books May/June 2015 3 C H I L D R E N ‘S P R O G R A M S Tiny Tot Prom May ______ Little Kids Movies Wednesdays, May-June, 10:00-10:30 Ages Preschool w/Caregiver Registration not required. am Hats Off to Mom Tuesday, May 5 4:00-4:45 pm OR 5:00-5:45 pm Grades K-4 Make a special gift for Mom and more! Registration begins Tuesday, April 21. Magical Mother’s Day Thursday, May 7 10:00-10:45 am OR 11:00-11:45 am Ages 3-5 Years w/Caregiver Celebrate Mother’s Day with stories, crafts and more! Doreen and Ellen lead the way. Registration begins Thursday, April 23. Baby Games Saturday, May 9, 10:00-10:45 am Ages Birth-12 Months w/Caregiver Bring your baby and participate in age-appropriate activities designed to stimulate and encourage infant physical and mental development. Enjoy finger plays, music, bubbles, parachute play and more. Registration begins Saturday, April 25. Toddler Fun Saturday, May 9, 11:00-11:45 am Ages 13-36 Months w/Caregiver Bring your toddler and participate in ageappropriate activities designed to stimulate and encourage physical and mental development. Enjoy finger plays, music, bubbles, parachute play and more. Registration begins Saturday, April 25. Thursday, May 14, 1:30-2:15 pm Ages 2-5 Years w/Caregiver Dress up in your best and join us for some grooving tunes, games, and more! Parents, bring your cameras to take shots of your tots in our faux photo booth! Registration begins Thursday, April 30. Songs From on the Farm Thursday, May 21 10:00-10:30 am OR 10:45-11:15 am Ages Birth-5 Years w/Caregiver Sing along with Dara Linthwaite and enjoy some songs about the farm and more. Registration begins Thursday, May 7. Games for Twos Tuesday, May 26 10:00-10:45 am OR 11:00-11:45 am Ages 24-35 Months w/Caregiver Bring your toddler and participate in age-appropriate activities designed to stimulate and encourage physical and mental development. Enjoy finger plays, music, bubbles, parachute play and more. Registration begins Tuesday, May 12. Family Friday Art with Joanne Friday, May 29, 6:30-8:00 pm Family Program - All Ages Drop in anytime throughout this unstructured program full of fun, art and creativity with Joanne Manning. Registration begins Friday, May 15. June ___ Birds of a Feather Tuesday, June 2 10:00-11:00 am OR 11:15 am-12:15 pm Ages 3-5 Years w/Caregiver Join A Time for Kids for an hour of music, movement, bird-themed crafts and more! Registration begins Tuesday, May 19. Fabulous Father’s Day Friday, June 5 10:00-10:45 am OR 11:00-11:45 am Ages 3-5 Years w/Caregiver Celebrate Father’s Day with stories, crafts and more! Doreen and Ellen lead the way. Registration begins Friday, May 22. Baby Games Tuesday, June 9 10:00-10:45 am OR 11:00-11:45 am Ages Birth-12 Months w/Caregiver Bring your baby and participate in age-appropriate activities designed to stimulate and encourage infant physical and mental development. Enjoy finger plays, music, bubbles, parachute play and more. Registration begins Tuesday, May 26. Dad’s Clipboard Wednesday, June 10 4:00-4:45 pm OR 5:00-5:45 pm Grades K-4 Celebrate Father’s Day with fun, crafts and more with Doreen and Ellen. Registration begins Wednesday, May 27. June Bugs Wednesday, June 10, 6:30-8:00 pm Family Program - All Ages Drop in anytime throughout this unstructured program with Doreen and Ellen to make a variety of crafts at stations around the room. This program is designed for families who cannot attend daytime programs. Registration begins Wednesday, May 27. 4 May/June 2015 Registration Guidelines Unless otherwise stated, the programs listed in this flyer run for one time only. You may register your child in person or by phone after 10:00 AM at 589-4440, dial 5, but to ensure enrollment in the program you want, we recommend signing up on the first day of registration. All programs are age appropriate, so please abide by the age and grade restrictions for each program. • Library card required when attending any program. • Programs are open to all children who live in the Sayville Library district and also to children whose caregivers live in the district. • Call to cancel if unable to attend. • Please let us know in advance if you require any special accommodations because of a disability. Thank you for your cooperation. Row, Row, Row Your Boat… Preschool Art with Joanne Monday, June 15 10:00-11:00 am OR 11:15 am-12:15 pm Ages 18-36 Months w/Caregiver Join A Time for Kids for an hour of music, movement, boat-themed crafts and more! Registration begins Monday, June 1. Thursday, June 18 10:30-11:30 am OR 1:00-2:00 pm Ages 3-5 Years w/Caregiver Create, imagine and explore different art mediums with Artist Joanne Manning. Registration begins Thursday, June 4. ** A current Sayville Library card is required to register for any Teen program May ________ Robotics Club Tuesday, May 12, 7:00-8:00 pm Ages 10 & Up Work on a Lego Mindstormers Robot and much more! Registration begins Friday, May 1. Handmade Stuffed Pretzels Friday, May 15, 7:00-8:15 pm Ages 10 & Up Work with pretzel dough during the class and learn how to make pretzels and stuff with chocolate, nacho cheese and cinnamon sugar! Yum! Registration begins Friday, May 1. Battle of the Books Thursdays, May 21-July 30, 4:00-5:00 pm Ages: Entering Grades 6 through 9 If you love to read and pay attention to details, you’ll want to try out for Sayville’s 2015 Battle of the Books team. There can only be six players to make it to the finals in August. See if you have what it takes! We practice once a week through the summer and will compete against the other libraries in Suffolk County on Saturday, August 1. Registration begins Friday, May 1. Teen Movie Night Espresso Yourself for Father’s Day June ______________ Friday, June 12, 7:00-8:00 pm Ages 10 & Up Who wouldn’t want to drink their java in style? In this program, use your artistic talent to decorate a travel mug for Father’s Day. We will provide a variety of art mediums, so all you need to bring is your creativity. Registration begins Monday, June 1. Intro to 3D Printing Teen Movie Night Book of Life Rated PG (96 minutes) Friday, May 22, 6:30-8:30 pm Ages 10 & Up Join us for an evening filled with pizza, fun and a movie. Registration begins Friday, May 1. Tuesday, June 2, 7:00-8:00 pm Ages 10 & Up Come join us as we learn the basics of 3D printing and design! We will be using our two brand new 3D printers and Tinkercad to design and build our very own 3D objects. Registration begins Friday, May 1. Wii U Tournament: Mario Cart Friday, June 5, 7:00-8:30 pm Ages 10 & Up Come play this fun Nintendo Wii U game for a chance to win a prize. Registration begins Monday, June 1. Big Hero 6 Rated PG (90 minutes) Friday, June 26 6:30-8:30 pm Ages 10 & Up Join us for an evening filled with pizza, fun and a movie. Registration begins Monday, June 1. Youth Pet Art Contest WINNER t 1s Matthew Santana May/June 2015 5 ADULT PROGRAMS Registration begins Monday, April 27, at the Adult Service Desk for all programs. Programs listed with this symbol ($) require in-person registration, a Sayville Library card and a fee. OUT OF DISTRICT PATRONS may sign up starting Monday, May 11. Checks or money orders only please, made payable to Sayville Library at time of registration unless otherwise noted. To avoid program cancellation, please register early 631-589-4440 X 305. May The Bayport Historical Zone Part II Sunday, May 3, 2:00-4:00 pm In 2013 the Sayville Historical Society presented a program outlining the proposed structures in the village of Bayport to be included in a possible historical zone. Part I was limited to Middle Road. Part II includes the remainder of the village and will cover all buildings built before 1915. Sponsored by the Sayville Historical Society. Live-brary.com Database Demonstrations May 6 or June 3, 10:30-11:30 am OR May 12, 20, 29, June 9, 17 or 26, 7:00-8:00 pm Choose one of eight available dates to learn how to access the useful databases available from Live-brary.com including our newest database, Lynda.com! $ Senior Fitness Thursdays, May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 1:00-2:00 pm Please consult with a physician before beginning any new exercise program. Non-Refundable Fee: $20 check or money order only, payable to Sayville Library. ATTENTION 20-30 SOM ETH I NGS! Blackout Poetry Tuesday, May 19, 7:00-8:30 pm Learn how to take a page from a recycled book and create a unique, artistic, and eye-catching poem with nothing but a Sharpie and your imagination! The Library will supply books and markers, or feel free to bring your own markers and print materials to re-purpose! Learn to Play Canasta Saturdays, May 16, 23, 30, 11:00 am-12:00 pm Learn the basics of this popular card game that is simpler than Bridge, but every bit as fun with experienced instructor Jacqueline Palatnik. The American Legion: Service to the Country Sunday, May 17, 2:00-4:00 pm *Rescheduled from February* Mr. Steve Antonacci of the SmithWever Post will speak about the legion’s history and contributions to our veterans and the community. Sponsored by the Sayville Historical Society. Creative Writing Workshop Monday, June 8, 7:00-8:30 pm Looking to tap into some new writing inspiration? Our workshop, led by Greg Bruno, can help you kick start your creative writing. Please bring 2 to 3 short works of fiction or poetry that you feel comfortable sharing. Sleep Disorders Monday, May 18, 7:00-8:30 pm Dr. Mohammad Amin from Stony Brook Hospital will present this program on what you need to know about Sleep Disorders. $ Wire Frame Ivy Topiary Workshop Tuesday, May 26, 7:00-8:30 pm Instructor Phyllis Chan Carr will help you create an elegant outdoor centerpiece using topiary. She will provide 6” clay pots, soil, ivy and wire. Supply list will be distributed at sign up. Non-refundable Fee: $12 check or money order only, payable to Sayville Library. Registration Begins Monday, April 27. HOSPICE WORKSHOP SERIES: Is Hospice Care the Right Answer for My Family? Thursday, May 7, 6:30-8:00 pm This seminar will answer your questions about what services are offered by hospice including: what types of care settings are available, who pays for hospice, who can make the decision to engage hospice care and more. End of Life Directives - How to Talk About Them and How to Make Your Wishes Known Thursday, May 14, 6:30-8:00 pm This seminar will help you begin and continue the conversation about endof-life choices and wishes; determine who should be involved in the conversation, and identify the legal forms for expressing those wishes in the state of New York. Grief Support Resources Available Through Hospice Thursday, May 21, 6:30-8:00 pm This seminar will explore the types of emotional support available for families and caregivers dealing with a loved one’s decline as well as bereavement support services available for a variety of situations. 6 May/June 2015 $ Candle Light Centerpiece Wednesday, May 27, 6:30-8:30 pm Come join the fun in creating a beautiful candle light centerpiece for your indoor or outdoor table. Enjoy painting a plate and then embellishing it with seashells, starfish, and other items. Non-refundable Fee: $5 check or money order only, payable to Sayville Library. Outdoor Photography: Seascapes Thursday, May 28, 6:30-8:00 pm See page 8 for more details. x Daydream Believer: A Tribute to the British Invasion Sunday, May 31, 2:00-3:00 pm See front cover for more details. Book Discussions Afternoon Discussions Tuesday, May 26, 3:00 pm The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith Annual Book Discussion Luncheon: Please check with Peter in Adult Services for location Tuesday, June 30, 1:00 pm Blue Labyrinth by Douglas J. Preston Evening Discussions Monday, May 18, 7:00 pm Prodigal Summer by Barbara Kingsolver Monday, June 15, 7:00 pm Where We Belong by Emily Giffin Adult Pet Art Contest WINNER st 1 Tove Abrams June Essential Oils for Health Wednesday, June 3, 7:00-8:30 pm Participants will be introduced to methods of use, storage, creation of blends and choice of effective Essential Oils for specific health conditions. Super Foods for Superb Health! Thursday, June 4, 7:00-8:30 pm Super foods are the most nutritionally rich foods on the planet. They are known to boost vitality, energy, and immunity. Holistic health coach Tina Annibell will discuss the nutritional qualities and health benefits of this most important class of foods along with sharing her favorite super food recipes. Computer Classes Microsoft PowerPoint for Beginners Part 1: Thursday, May 14, 10:30-11:30 am OR Tuesday, May 19, 7:00-8:00 pm Part 2: Thursday, May 21, 10:30-11:30 am OR Tuesday, May 26, 7:00-8:00 pm Part 3: Thursday, May 28, 10:30-11:30 am OR Tuesday, June 2, 7:00-8:00 pm Defensive Driving $ Senior Defensive Driving Love Letters from the Front Saturday, June 6, 2:00-3:30 pm See page 8 for more details. Saturday, May 16, 10:00 am-4:00 pm You must be fifty years of age or older. Non-refundable Fee: $20 check or money order only, payable to Sayville Library. $ Summer is So Close $ Suffolk Safety Defensive You Can Taste It! Thursday, June 11, 7:00-8:30 pm Chef Rob Scott is back to demonstrate how to make some refreshing summer recipes including: Chilled Lemon & Mango Soup with fresh berries, Corn “Off” the Cob Salad and Peach & Strawberry “Sushi” with raspberry drizzle. Tasting included! Non-refundable Fee: $5 check or money order only, payable to Sayville Library. x Chris Gotzen-Berg: Classical Guitar Driving Saturday, June 13, 10:00 am-4:00 Non-refundable Fee: $28 check or money order only, payable to Sayville Library. Afternoon Movies at the Library Film & Dessert Sunday, June 14, 2:00-3:00 pm See front cover for more details. Friday, May 1, 1:00 pm The Theory of Everything 124 min. Rated PG-13 Tech Help Forum Starring: Eddie Redmayne & Felicity Jones Thursday, June 18, 6:30-8:45 pm Join Computer Tech Eric Coverdale for a tech help forum and get answers to your questions about your devices. Come any time within timeframe. pm Friday, June 5, 1:00 pm The Imitation Game 113 min. Rated PG-13 Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch & Keira Knightly Classic Movie Monday News from the Friends The Yard and Collectible Sale on Saturday, March 14th, was a very successful fundraiser. The Sayville Middle School was very accommodating. Our vendors were assisted by the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. Museum passes are being renewed by the Friends for another year, and we encourage all patrons to take advantage of them all. Old Westbury Gardens has been added to those passes already in place. Enjoy! Please keep June 5th in mind as bakers are needed to assist us in providing diversified and abundant choices of home baked goodies for the sale. Call Kris @ 567-9032 if you can contribute. Lorraine Martin, President Monday, May 18, 1:00 pm Please Don’t Eat the Daisies 111 min. Not Rated Starring: Doris Day & David Niven Monday, June 29, 1:00 Sunday in New York 105 min. Not Rated pm Starring: Cliff Robertson & Jane Fonda May/June 2015 7 Outdoor Photography: Seascapes Bus & Train Trips $ Connecticut River Cruise Saturday, July 11 Our trip starts off with a great lunch at the Griswold Inn, one of the oldest inns in New England (since 1776!) followed by a scenic cruise on the Connecticut River where we’ll see fascinating sites including Gillette Castle and the Goodspeed Opera House, as well as plenty of wildlife. After lunch you’ll have free time to explore the charming village of Essex. Departs 8:15 am. Returns: Approximately 8:00 pm. Non-refundable Fee: $94 , check or money order only, payable to Sayville Library. Love Letters from the Front $ Long Island Railroad Trip to New York City Saturday, June 20 *Sayville Train Station* Enjoy discounted train tickets through the library! On the day of the train trip, all patrons must leave from the Sayville Station on the 10:38 am train and be in the first car (transfer at Babylon). You will arrive at Penn Station at 12:12 pm and you can return home on any train prior to midnight. Roundtrip fare is $9.50 per person payable by check or money order only; fees are due at the time of registration and you must register in person at the Library. Fees are non-refundable. Limit six (6) tickets per patron. Registration for tickets ends on Friday, June 12 – or whenever tickets run out, whichever comes first. Non-refundable Fee: $9.50, check or money order only, payable to Sayville Library. Sayville Library 88 Greene Avenue Sayville, NY 11782-2745 631-589-4440 http://sayvillelibrary.org Thursday, May 28, 6:30-8:00 pm Meet photographer, John Spoltore at the Sayville Marina for this class on how to get the best results when taking photos outdoors! You must have a Point & Shoot, Bridge, or DSLR camera (no cellphone cameras please). Meet at the Sayville Marina Park at the end of Foster Avenue. Please note that if you do not have a Town of Islip parking pass you may not be able to park in the Marina lot, but on-street parking should be available. THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSING ON SUNDAYS STARTING JUNE 21 Saturday, June 6, 2:00-3:30 pm While cleaning out her Oakdale home after it was flooded during Hurricane Sandy, Anita Cafferty found letters that her father had sent her mother from the front. Later, she traveled to Nuremberg, Germany and Normandy, France and walked the same beach where her father was injured 69 years earlier. She will share those letters plus what she experienced in her travels as we commemorate the 71st anniversary of D-Day. Please let us know in advance if you will need an accommodation that will make these events accessible to you. NON PROFIT U. S. POSTAGE PAID SAYVILLE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Linda Halliday, President Joseph Loughren, Vice President Debra Mitchell, Secretary Marianne Bastian, Deputy Secretary Dr. John Whitbread, Trustee Alice Lepore, Library Director Erin Hunter, Editor Library Board Meetings Tuesday, May 12 at 7:00 pm Monday, June 8 at 7:00 pm Holiday Closing Schedule: Sunday, May 10 - Mother’s Day Sunday, May 24 - Sunday before Memorial Day Monday, May 25 - Memorial Day Hours of Service: Monday - Friday 10 am – 9 Saturday 9:30 am – 5 pm Sunday 1 – 5 pm pm Design & Printing: Searles Graphics, Inc. http://www.searlesgraphics.com CART-RT SORT**CR ECR WSS POSTAL CUSTOMER LOCAL
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