Cape Calendar Week of January 7 JANUARY EVENTS: Swing Dance Class DATE: Tuesday Nights January 13, 20, and February 3 LOCATION: The Cultural Center of Cape Cod 307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth DETAILS: Professional dance instructor Doug McHugh leads this 4-week class. Learn a variety of swing dance styles, including the Jitterbug, East Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, and West Coast Swing. Registration: 508-394-7100. Table Francaise: French Conversation Meet-up DATE: Wednesday January 7, 6:00pm LOCATION: The Cultural Center of Cape Cod 307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth DETAILS: Basic French conversation skills are required for this monthly get together. Meet other adults who enjoy speaking French, eating French food and sipping French wine. Registration: 508-685-6561. [email protected] www.cultural-center.org Intro to Ukulele DATE: Saturdays January 10-February 28, 9:00am-10:30am LOCATION: Cotuit Center For The Arts 4404 Falmouth Road, Cotuit DETAILS: The Ukulele has enjoyed a comeback in recent years. Instructor Steve Gregory will teach you the basic chords and strumming patterns to songs including “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”, " Sea Of Love" “Three Little Birds” and “Sweet Caroline”. Loaner ukes are available. Registration: [email protected] www.cotuitcenterforthearts.org Barnstable High School Girls Hockey vs.Notre Dame Academy DATE: Saturday January 10, 5:30pm LOCATION: Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: 508-790-6345. www.town.barnstable.ma.us/hycc Cape Cod Young Professionals Mentor Mondays DATE: Monday January 12, 6:00pm-7:30pm LOCATION: Alberto's Restaurant 360 Main Street, Hyannis DETAILS: This month's topic is Community Involvement: Helping Others and Advancing Your Career. Come for dinner and the presentation, stay for the speed mentoring! Rotate from table to table, meet the mentors and the speaker, and talk about how the community involvement presentation applies to you. [email protected] www.capecodyoungprofessionals.org Early Release Day Kid's Art Workshop DATE: Tuesday January 13, 1:00pm-3:30pm LOCATION: Falmouth Artists Guild 137 Gifford Street, Falmouth DETAILS: A fun 'free-for-all/anything-goes' creation workshop, for drawing, painting, and collage making, using a variety of materials (which will be provided). Bring your ideas and imagination as well as a snack! Registration: 508-540-3304. www.falmouthart.org/index.php Facebook for Grandparents DATE: Tuesday January 13, 1:30pm-2:30pm LOCATION: Barnstable Senior Center 825 Falmouth Road, Hyannis DETAILS: This free class shows you how to create a Facebook profile, connect with others, and protect your privacy. www.townofbarnstable.us/SeniorServices American Business Women's Association Monthly Meeting DATE: Tuesday January 13, 5:30pm Networking, 6:00pm Dinner LOCATION: Double Tree by Hilton Cape Cod 287 Iyannough Road, Hyannis DETAILS: The Cape Cod Chapter of the American Business Women's Association (ABWA) monthly meeting features guest speaker, Barnstable Town Councilor, Sara Cushing, on the importance of women volunteers in town government. Women who are not members of ABWA are welcome to attend as guests. Registration: www.abwacapecod.org Food on Film Season 3 Heartburn: Recipes for Transformation DATE: Thursday January 15, 6:00pm LOCATION: Wellfleet Preservation Hall 335 Main Street, Wellfleet DETAILS: The 3rd season of Food on Film, "Heartburn: Recipes for Transformation" is a selection of five food-centric (and female-centric) films, that celebrates and savors the passions of the kitchen, and the dreams and desires of strong-willed women. Each screening is accompanied by a small plate dish inspired by the film and prepared by Lola's Local Food Lab, with occasional surprise guest chefs. Thursday January 15: Babette's Feast Thursday February 12: Moonstruck Thursday March 12: Haute Cuisine Thursday April 9: Mostly Martha Thursday April 30: Orlando 508-349-1800 www.wellfleetpreservationhall.org Mother-Daughter Spa Night DATE: Friday, January 16, 6-8pm LOCATION: Sturgis Library, 3090 Main Street, Barnstable DETAILS: Master stylist and beauty consultant, Thorie Jilson will host and evening of beauty. Enjoy laughs, music, snacks and hot cocoa with friends ( and a special night with Mom) (508)362-6636 or [email protected] CAPEable Adventures Wheelchair Basketball DATE: Saturday January 17, Saturday January 31, 10:00am LOCATION: Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: [email protected] 508-566-3298. Barnstable High School Nate Nickerson Hockey Tourney DATE: Saturday & Sunday January 17 & 18 LOCATION: Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: www.barnstablehighhockey.com No School Day Art Workshop DATE: Monday January 19, 9:00am-3:00pm LOCATION: Falmouth Artists Guild 137 Gifford Street, Falmouth DETAILS: A fun "Mini and Maxi" workshop for kids ages 6-10, using different materials and techniques to create supersized and teeny-tiny art. All materials supplied, but don't forget to bring lunch or a snack. https://falmouthart.org Annual MLK Day Celebration DATE: Monday January 19, Noon-2:00pm LOCATION: Wellfleet Preservation Hall 335 Main Street, Wellfleet DETAILS: Celebrate the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr at this free series of community events, open to all, that begins at Town Hall at noon with a silent march through town and on to the Wellfleet Preservation Hall for "Justice Matters", a children's art exhibit; followed by a slideshow program, live music, guest speakers and a community pot luck. 508-349-1800. www.wellfleetpreservationhall.org Meditation Group DATE: Tuesday January 20, 2:00pm-3:00pm LOCATION: Barnstable Senior Center 825 Falmouth Road, Hyannis DETAILS: Take some time for yourself and de-stress at this free meditation group. Relaxation will allow you to see things more clearly and create a sense of calm and centeredness in your life. www.townofbarnstable.us/SeniorServices Hyannis Community Blood Drive DATE: Friday January 23, 8:00am-4:00pm LOCATION: Cape Cod Hospital 27 Park Street, Hyannis DETAILS: Sponsored by the Hyannis Area Chamber of Commerce, your donation stays on the Cape to benefit your family, friends and neighbors at Cape Cod Hospital and Falmouth Hospital. A.L.S. Family Charitable Foundation Winter Beach Party DATE: Saturday, January 24, LOCATION: Dino’s Sports Bar, 151, Mashpee DETAILS: Life’s a Beach Winter Beach Party 21+ Fundraiser for A.L.S. (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) Come in beach attire! The Baha Bros. will perform. Cocktails, raffles, and contests. “Beach Passes” may be purchased at Dino’s any time before event. www.alsfamily.org for details. Shaking 2 Nickels Together: A Literary Perspective on Poverty & Income Inequality DATE: Tuesday January 27, 6:30pm LOCATION: Sturgis Library 3090 Main Street, BarnstableDETAILS: A free, four part monthly Reading & Discussion series. This month's selection: "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America," by Barbara Ehrenreich. Registration: [email protected] 508-362-6636. FEBRUARY EVENTS: Open House at the Laurel School DATE: Saturday February 7, 10-11:30am LOCATION: 1436 Long Pond Rd. Brewster DETAILS: Meet the teachers and Dr. Jeff and learn about the new programs.The Laurel School is an innovative Pre K to 5th Grade School and Summer Camp. laurelschoolcapecod.org Shape Your Own Paddleboard DATE: Saturday February 7 & Sunday February 8, 10:00am-3:00pm LOCATION: Cape Cod Maritime Museum 135 South Street, Hyannis DETAILS: Shape your own paddleboard and at the end of class, each student board will be completed by a professional glasser. 508-775-1723. [email protected] CAPEable Adventures Wheelchair Basketball DATE: Saturday February 14, Saturday February 28, 10:00am LOCATION: Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: [email protected] 508-566-3298. Shaking 2 Nickels Together: A Literary Perspective on Poverty & Income Inequality DATE: Tuesday February 24, 6:30pm LOCATION: Sturgis Library 3090 Main Street, Barnstable DETAILS: A free, monthly Reading & Discussion series. This month's selection: "A Tale of Two Cities," by Charles Dickens. Registration: [email protected] 508-362-6636. MARCH EVENTS: The 11th Annual Firefighter Chili Challenge DATE: Sunday, March 1, 12-4pm with open ceremony 11:45am LOCATION: Hyannis Resort and Conference Center, 35 Scudder Ave, Hyannis DETAILS: The 11th Annual Firefighter Chili Challenge to benefit The Muscular Dystrophy Association. Vote for your favorite chili and bring the kids. Shaking 2 Nickels Together: A Literary Perspective on Poverty & Income Inequality DATE: Tuesday March 24, 6:30pm LOCATION: Sturgis Library 3090 Main Street, Barnstable DETAILS: A free, four part monthly Reading & Discussion series. This month's discussion: selected Victorian poetry on poverty, with Paula Krebs. Registration: [email protected] 508-362-6636. APRIL EVENTS: The Cape Cod Expo DATE: Saturday, April 11 LOCATION: Ballymeade Country Club 125 Falmouth Woods Road, East Falmouth DETAILS: The Expo will include a food tasting, a participant-driven expo and a dinner celebrating running and community participation. www.CapeCodTrailRace.com [email protected] Cape Cod Trail Race DATE: Sunday, April 12 LOCATION: Crane Wildlife Management Area, East Falmouth DETAILS: 10K, half, full marathon, 50 K and kids fun run. Last year’s race raised over $5,000 for local charities. www.CapeCodTrailRace.com [email protected] Shaking 2 Nickels Together: A Literary Perspective on Poverty & Income Inequality DATE: Tuesday April 28, 6:30pm LOCATION: Sturgis Library 3090 Main Street, Barnstable DETAILS: A free, 4 part monthly Reading & Discussion series. This month: "Bread & Wine," by Ignazio Silone. Registration: [email protected] 508-362-6636. CONTINUING EVENTS: Saturday Book Sales DATE: Saturdays, 10:00am–Noon LOCATION: Snow Library 67 Main Street, Orleans DETAILS: The Friends of Snow Library sells fiction and non-fiction books, DVDs, children’s books and videos, cookbooks, gardening books, history, and biographies at rock-bottom prices. [email protected] 508-240-3760 www.friendsofsnowlibrary.org Live Animal Story Time DATE: Saturdays, 10:30am-11:00am (Year-round) LOCATION: Green Briar Nature Center 6 Discovery Hill Rd, East Sandwich DETAILS: Join a naturalist for a reading of “Peter Rabbit And Friends” and a visit with one of the Nature Center’s small animals. For families with children ages 2 ½ and up. 508-888-6870. www.thorntonburgess.org Roller Hockey DATE: Sundays, 6:00pm-8:00pm LOCATION: Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: www.town.barnstable.ma.us/hycc/schedules/HYCC%20%20Brochure.pdf Smackdown Karaoke with MattyB DATE: Sunday Nights, 9:30pm-12:30am LOCATION: British Beer Company Main Street, Hyannis DETAILS: Karaoke Cape Cod Karaoke Dance Party DATE: Sunday Nights LOCATION: Rum Runner’s Bar & Grill, Dennisport DETAILS: Karaoke Stroller Skating DATE: Mondays & Fridays 9:30am–11:00am LOCATION: Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: Introduce your little one to the ice, while you get a workout pushing the stroller! Strollers required. Free skate rentals for Mom, $2.00 for a guest, any size! 508-790-6345. www.town.barnstable.ma.us/hycc/schedules/HYCC%20%20Brochure.pdf Chatham Writers DATE: Mondays, 10:30am-Noon LOCATION: Eldredge Public Library 564 Main St, Chatham DETAILS: Members meet in the Friend’s Room to explore different writing genres, share work with the group, and get guidance and feedback. Members publish an anthology of their work each year. 508-945-9962. The New Horizons Band DATE: Mondays, 4:00pm LOCATION: Cultural Center of Cape Cod 307 Old Main St, So Yarmouth DETAILS: With chapters all over the country, this group is for people over 50 who want to make new friends and share their love of music. If you used to play music, but haven’t in some time or even if you’ve never picked up an instrument before, come and enjoy the music. 508-778-6655. [email protected] Karaoke with Jeff King DATE: Monday Nights LOCATION: Ying’s Sushi Bar & Lounge, Hyannis DETAILS: Karaoke The Outermost Toast Toastmasters DATE: First and Third Monday each month, 7:00pm LOCATION: Wellfleet Preservation Hall 335 Main Street, Wellfleet DETAILS: A Toastmasters meeting is a learn-by-doing workshop, where members hone their speaking and leadership skills in a no-pressure atmosphere. Open to all, the group welcomes new members at every meeting. http://outermosttoast.toastmastersclubs.org Free Community Yoga DATE: Tuesdays, 8:00am-9:00am LOCATION: Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: Free class. Mats available or bring your own. Must be 18 years old. 508-790-6345. Miss Lori’s Creative Movement Playgroup DATE: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30am-11:00am LOCATION: Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: Help your child to build confidence, coordination and positive physical habits through active play. Parents are encouraged to play along. 508-790-6345 X116. [email protected] Support Group For Women Seeking Work DATE: First Tuesday each month, 9:30am–11:30am LOCATION: Dick Sullivan Conference Building 783 Route 28, Harwich Port DETAILS: Monthly Work Support meetings for women looking for work or trying to create sustainable work on Cape Cod. Presented by WE CAN, the Cape Cod organization dedicated to empowering women to achieve lasting positive change for themselves and their families. [email protected] 508-430-8111. Learn To Cope Support Group DATE: Tuesdays at 7:00pm LOCATION: Yarmouth Police Headquarters 1 Brad Erickson Way, West Yarmouth DETAILS: Free and confidential weekly meeting, open to all who have a loved one suffering from heroin addiction. Narcan training and distribution is also available. www.learn2cope.org The Volunteer Coffee Hour DATE: Monthly event, every first Wednesday, 10:00am LOCATION: Housing Assistance Corporation, 460 West Main Street, Hyannis DETAILS: Learn more about volunteer opportunities with the Housing Assistance Corporation/Cape Cod, from serving dinner at the NOAH Shelter, to cradling babies at Angel House, to helping with office work. Volunteers are also needed for the upcoming Shelter Cape Cod Telethon, which raises money for HAC’s 4 shelters. 508-771-5400 X279. www.haconcapecod.org/volunteer-coffee-hour-rsvp General Caregiver Support Group DATE: Second and Fourth Wednesday each month, 9:30am-11:00am LOCATION: Barnstable Senior Center DETAILS: This group is open to all. Facilitated by The Family Caregiver Support Program of Elder Services of Cape Cod & the Islands. Registration: 508-394-4630 X450. www.town.barnstable.ma.us Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous DATE: Wednesdays 6:30pm LOCATION: Atria Woodbriar 339 Gifford Street, Falmouth DETAILS: If you’re having trouble controlling the way you eat, Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) offers a free 12-Step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, under-eating or bulimia. www.foodaddicts.org [email protected] 781-932-6300. Drag Karaoke with Dana Danzel and Steve McVie DATE: Wednesday Nights LOCATION: Embargo Main Street, Hyannis DETAILS: Karaoke with a twist – hosted by a marvelous MC in drag! The Photographic Society of Cape Cod DATE: Second and Fourth Wednesday each month, 7:00pm–9:30pm LOCATION: Cultural Center of Cape Cod 307 Old Main St, South Yarmouth DETAILS: 508-428-3937 Cape Cod Lager and Ale Makers (CCLAMS) DATE: First Wednesday each month, 7:00pm LOCATION: Cape Cod Beer Brewery 1336 Phinney’s Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: (CCLAMS) is Cape Cod’s own local homebrew club. Monthly meetings include educational presentations, discussions, tastings, national competition entry, and all matters related to making beer, wine, mead, and cider. Member dinner at 6:00pm, meeting follows at 7:00pm. New members ALWAYS welcome! 508-790-4200. http://capecodbeer.com/brewery/cclams-2/#more-9055 Miss Lori’s Creative Movement Playgroup DATE: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30am-11:00am No Program Nov 4 LOCATION: Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: Help your child to build confidence, coordination and positive physical habits through active play. Parents are encouraged to play along. 508-790-6345 X116 [email protected] Mahjong Group DATE: Thursdays 10:30am-Noon LOCATION: Brooks Free Library 739 Main Street, Harwich DETAILS: Play the ancient Chinese game of mahjong at this weekly free meeting. (No formal instruction offered). 508-430-7562 http://www.brooksfreelibrary.org Tour Cape Cod Coffee Roasters DATE: Thursdays 11:00am LOCATION: Cape Cod Coffee Roasters 348 Main Street /Route 130, Mashpee DETAILS: Free Thursday morning tours of the Cape Cod Coffee Roasters roasting facility offered year-round (except on major holidays) . Please call at least one day in advance with the number of people in your party planning to attend to confirm availability. www.CapeCodRoasters.com 508-477-2400 [email protected] Drop-In Preschool Story Time (For children ages 2-5) DATE: Thursdays 11:00am LOCATION: Sturgis Library 3090 Main St, Barnstable DETAILS: Miss Megan shares stories, songs, fingerplay exercises and more! The program is geared to children ages 2-5 and their parents or caregiver, but siblings are welcome, too. No need to register, just drop in! www.sturgislibrary.org Kickass Karaoke with MattyB DATE: Thursdays, 9:30pm-1:00am LOCATION: Sandwich Taverna, Sandwich DETAILS: Karaoke Karaoke DATE: Thursday, Friday, Saturday Nights LOCATION: Fresh Ketch, Hyannis DETAILS: Karaoke Stroller Skating DATE: Mondays & Fridays 9:30am–11:00am LOCATION: Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: Introduce your little one to the ice, while you get a workout pushing the stroller! Strollers required. Free skate rentals for Mom, $2.00 for a guest, any size! 508-790-6345. www.town.barnstable.ma.us/hycc/schedules/HYCC%20%20Brochure.pdf Weekly Story Time DATE: Every Friday, 10:30am LOCATION: The Eastham Public Library 190 Samoset Road, Eastham DETAILS: Story books, rhymes and activities for kids aged 2-5 years old. Everyone is welcome. [email protected] 508-240-5950. Open Mic Poetry Night DATE: Fridays 6:30pm LOCATION: Buckies’s Biscotti 281 Main Street (Rte 28), Dennisport DETAILS: 508-398-9700 Family Skate Fridays DATE: Fridays 7:00pm-8:30pm LOCATION: Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: Bring the whole family to socialize with friends and skate to the beat of popular music. www.town.barnstable.ma.us/hycc 508-790-6345. Art and Alzheimer’s Project DATE: Second Friday each month LOCATION: Creative Arts Center for Alzheimer’s Services 154 Crowell Rd, Chatham DETAILS: Designed to bring art and conversation to caregivers and individuals living with memory impairment. www.capecodcreativearts.org 508-945-3583. Orleans Farmers Market DATE: 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month, December – April, 9:00am-Noon LOCATION: Nauset Regional Middle School 100 Cable Road, Eastham DETAILS: Shop for fresh and local products at the Inside Winter Farmers Market. www.orleansfarmersmarket.com Sturgis Library’s *little free* Library DATE: Ongoing LOCATION: Barnstable Village, between Nirvana Coffee and Barnstable Market DETAILS: Little Free Libraries are springing up all over the Cape and around the country! Recently installed in Barnstable Village, the Sturgis *little free* Library is stocked with free books to pick up on your way to the beach or to take home and read. Or leave a book for someone else to read! www.sturgislibrary.org [email protected] 508-362-6636. The Kennedy Legacy Trail DATE: Anytime LOCATION: JFK Hyannis Museum 397 Main Street, Hyannis DETAILS: Take a walk through history on this self-guided tour of sites in downtown Hyannis that are significant to the Kennedy family. At each of the 10 sites, informational signs and links to video and audio information uncovers stories & history about the Kennedys on Cape Cod. The walking trail is 1.6 miles long and may be visited in any order. www.kennedylegacytrail.com VOLUNTEER, MISCELLANEOUS: Donations Needed for Art Bags for Kids DATE: Ongoing LOCATION: Donation Box at Osterville Public Library DETAILS: Looking for donations of new fabric, felt, ribbon, buttons and twine. Art Bags for Kids (a non-profit art therapy program for children who are either limited to their home due to illness or disability, or aren’t able to regularly participate in social or school art programs) is seeking donations in hopes of expanding its reach, and spreading the healing power of art. Donations may also be mailed directly to Christine Frisbee, Art Bags for Kids, PO Box 445, Osterville, MA 02655 [email protected] www.ArtBagsForKids.com Be a Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentor DATE: Ongoing LOCATION: 1934 Falmouth Rd, Centerville DETAILS: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod & the Islands is the only one-to-one youth mentoring organization serving the Cape & Islands. Research shows that a match of just one year helps kids stay in school, avoid violent and risky behavior, and gain confidence. BBBS currently serves between 200-250 youth per year in long-term, one-to-one mentoring friendships with adult volunteers. 508-771-5150. www.bbbsmb.org/site/c.9gKMJZMxF7LUG/b.8453255/k.39C1/Contact_Us_to_Become_a_Ment or.htm Autos For A.L.S. Donation Program DATE: Ongoing LOCATION: Residents of Massachusetts or Rhode Island DETAILS: Do you or someone you know who lives in Massachusetts or Rhode Island have a junk car that isn’t needed anymore? Donate it to the A.L.S. Family Charitable Foundation, and your contribution will help a patient or family living with Lou Gehrig’s disease. Call 508-759-9696 to arrange a free pick up at your convenience, and get a receipt in the mail for tax purposes. www.alsfamily.org/index.php/get-involved Volunteer Opportunity DATE: Ongoing LOCATION: Wellfleet Preservation Hall 335 Main Street, Wellfleet DETAILS: Be a part of the newest cultural community center on the Outer Cape. Join the team of volunteers that helps out at events, staffs the box office, greets visitors, works on special events and program committees, and assists the staff and board in celebrating the arts in the community. 508-349-1800. http://wellfleetpreservationhall.org Volunteer With Habitat For Humanity DATE: Ongoing LOCATION: Cape-Wide DETAILS: When you come build with HFH, you get a nice workout, spend time with great people, and know that you’re making a difference in the world. Don’t want to hammer? Contact [email protected] or 508-362-3559 X16 to learn about other ways you can help. Volunteer Opportunities with HopeHealth DATE: Ongoing LOCATION: 765 Attucks Lane, Hyannis DETAILS: Answer phone calls or help raise money to help enhance the comfort and quality of life for the patients, clients and families who are experiencing serious illness or loss. http://hopehealthco.org 508-957-0200. Volunteer Opportunities with The Family Pantry of Cape Cod DATE: Ongoing LOCATION: 133 Queen Anne Rd, Harwich; Second Glance Thrift Store Route 28, Harwich Port DETAILS: The Family Pantry of Cape Cod has over 400 regular volunteers – but is always looking for a few more in the pantry, boutique, thrift shop, warehouse and garden. 508-432-6519 [email protected] www.thefamilypantry.com Volunteer Opportunities at Cape Abilities DATE: Ongoing LOCATION: Cape-wide DETAILS: Make a difference in the life of a person with a disability. A variety of opportunities are available across Cape Cod, from regular weekly appointments to one-time special events. Share your skills and hobbies: help someone learn to garden, cook, paint, take photos or use a computer. Help plan a party, lead an exercise class, or join the mall walkers’ morning stroll. [email protected] 508-778-5040 X897 Volunteer Opportunities Working With Animals DATE: Ongoing LOCATION: Cape Cod Animal Care & Adoption Center, Centerville DETAILS: Opportunities for dog walkers, photographers, office help, adoption assistants, animal transporters.
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