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Ceremony, officiant, and reception
It’s never too early to reserve
Have you made the big decision to get
married? Then there’s no time to lose, especially
with regard to the venue for both the ceremony
and the reception. It’s no secret that the best
dates get snapped up quickly, especially for the
most beautiful settings. Even the services of
the marriage officiant should be reserved early.
The first step is to determine whether you
want a religious or civil wedding. Then comes
the choice of reception venue. The possibilities
abound: reception hall, conference centre,
restaurant, hotel, country inn, golf club,
outfitter, ski resort, spa, vi­
neyard, orchard,
farm, sugar shack, mu­seum, botanical garden,
marina, cruise ship, or cottage. The options
depend only on your imagination.
Narrow down your list of choices by finding
out if they can accommodate everyone on your
guest list. Ask about the services and equip­
ment available, such as ta­
bles and chairs,
decorations, ca­te­ring, en­tertainment, liquor
li­cense, ba­throoms, kitchen area, and au­dio
and video equipment. Be sure to check what is
and what isn’t included in the package.
The legalities
You want to unite your destinies abroad? Find
out about marriage legalities in your destination
country so you can be sure your union is legally
watertight.
You and your fiancé should also discuss a
marriage contract that clarifies your fi­nancial
contributions and responsibilities to each
other, especially if either of you has children
from another marriage. It may not seem very
romantic, or one of you may feel the other is
preparing to abandon the marriage before it
even gets started, but that’s not what it’s all
about. A prenuptial agreement shows that
you take marriage seriously, as a legal and
moral commitment. A future spouse who is
well informed before saying “I do” is a worthy
counterpart.
Announce your engagement in your
community newspaper
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Once you have become engaged, nothing
makes it more official than posting your
engagement picture and announcement
of your upcoming nuptials in your local
newspaper. This is when becoming engaged
and planning a wedding really starts to sink in.
Telephone or e-mail your newspaper to get the
information that is required by them. Normally
a newspaper will have a form for you to fill out
with the appropriate information that they need
to complete an engagement announcement.
Hopefully by now you have had an engagement
picture taken to include with your engagement
announcement.
Engagement pictures can be as formal or
informal as you want them to be. The style
of picture that you choose to have taken
depends on your personalities and your
lifestyle. Whether you choose to have your
engagement photograph taken at a department
store photography centre or an independent
photography studio is up to you and your overall
wedding budget. Be sure to ask the newspaper
staff what their photograph requirements are.
You’ll need to verify what the size requirement
is (4x6 or 5x7) and if they will keep or return
the photograph. Be sure to order extra pictures
from your photographer for engagement
announcement submissions. There are no
rules to how many newspapers to announce
your engagement in. The average number is
two and this is based on one announcement in
the bride’s hometown and one announcement
in the groom’s hometown.
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Wedding budget planner
Wedding day timetable
Estimate Actual Cost
Pre-Wedding
Bridal Consultant
_____
Hall
__________
Time:
Time:
Stationery
__________
Food
__________
____ Breakfast
Announcements
__________
____ Groom & Best Man arrive
Liquor
__________
Invitations
__________
____ Hairdresser
Serving staff
_____
_____
Thank-You’s
__________
____ Makeup
Other (eg. cake slicing) _____
_____
____ Parents of groom are seated
Postage
__________
Decoration
__________
____ Maid of Honour Arrives
____ Bride’s mother & Maid of Honour
Engagement Photos
_____
Large Rentals _____
_____
____ Bridesmaids Arrive
(tent, etc)
_____
_____
____ Flowers arrive for bride,
____ Bridesmaids arrive
Flowers
__________
Attire
_____
At Home
Reception
_____
__________
bridesmaids and bride’s family
(20 min. before ceremony)
arrive (5 minutes before ceremony)
Bride’s gown
_____
_____
Headpiece & veil
_____
_____
Linens
__________
____ Flowers arrive for groom,
Bride’s shoes
_____
_____
Tableware
__________
Other accessories
_____
_____
Crystal
__________
____ Get dressed
Groom’s suit/tuxedo
_____
_____
____ Prelude begins
Balloons
__________
Groom’s shoes
_____
_____
Other
__________
____ Mother of the Bride is seated
Trousseau
__________
____ Photographer arrives
Wedding Cake
_____
_____
Rings
__________
Favours for Guests
_____
_____
____ Photo session begins
____ Processional begins
Marriage Licence
_____
_____
Music
__________
____ Limo arrives
____ Ceremony begins
Gifts for Attendants
_____
_____
Band or DJ
_____
_____
____ Leave for ceremony
____ Recessional begins
Gifts for each other
_____
_____
Parking, Coat check
_____
_____
SUBTOTAL
______________
SUBTOTAL
______________
Ceremony
groomsmen and groom’s family
(start 2 hours before ceremony)
____ Hairbrush, makeup, etc.
__________
Gratuities
__________
____ Transfer engagement ring to
Bouquets
__________
Transportation _____
Boutonnieres
__________
(limo…)
__________
____ Ensure Maid of Honour
For site
_____
_____
Wedding Night
_____
Corsages for mothers _____
_____
Accommodations
__________
Photography _____
_____
Honeymoon
__________
Photos for wedding _____
_____
Transportation
__________
Video of wedding _____
_____
Accommodations
__________
Music
__________
Food
__________
Organist
__________
Spending Money
_____
Soloist
__________
Transportation
__________
SUBTOTAL
______________
Pre-Wedding Total
_____
Ceremony Total
Limo/horse & buggy, etc._____ _____
_____
_____
Ceremony assistant’s fee_____
_____
Officiator’s fee
SUBTOTAL
______________
Estimate Actual Cost
_____
(immediately after bridesmaids)
after the last guest has been seated
right hand before ceremony
has groom’s ring
____ Ensure Best Man has
bride’s ring
____ Ensure Best Man has payment
envelope for ceremony site
____ Confirm hotel reservations
At The Reception Site
____ Photo session begins
____ Guests arrive at reception
____ Cocktails and/or punch is served
____ Receiving line is formed
____ Guests are seated
____ Dinner is served
____ Champagne or wine is served
____ Toasts
____ Ceremonial cutting of the cake
____ Bar opens
____ First dance
At Ceremony Site
____ Any other special dances
_____
____ Florist arrives to decorate site
____ Deliver pieces of cake to each guest
_____
_____
____ Ushers arrive to seat guests
____ Toss bouquet & garter
Reception Total
_____
_____
____ Limo arrives
Post-Wedding Total
_____
_____
____ Musicians & soloists arrive
GRAND TOTAL
______
_______
(about 1/2 hour before ceremony)
____ Depart reception
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Fee for Ceremony Site __________
_____
Things to Remember
Flowers
_____
____ Bride & her father arrive
____ Photo session begins
____ Marriage licence
POST-WEDDING
(5 minutes before ceremony)
Bridal Dreams
The 12 essentials
of a dream wedding
A wedding is the event of a lifetime. This special day has to be
perfect, hence the importance of taking care of even the smallest of
organizational details. You don’t want to forget anything, whether it’s a
reservation, a fitting, or a trial run for your menu and hairstyle. Here’s
a checklist of the 12 key elements you’ll need to take care of along
the path to your dream wedding.
1. The ceremony, the officiant, and the reception
Are you going to have a civil or religious wedding? Have
you asked your best friend to unite you in wedlock? And
will the reception be in the country, on a cruise ship, or in a
hotel ballroom? Make sure the location you choose can easily
accommodate all your guests. You’ll also want to think about
signing a marriage contract or prenuptial agreement.
2. The meal and the wedding cake
There are loads of things to think about when organizing
the meal: the format; the menu; a children’s menu; the bar;
and the wedding cake. Say, why not set up a candy
bar? And don’t forget to ask about your guests’ food
allergies.
3. The atmosphere
How will you immortalize your wedding: photos, videos, or both?
Remember to plan for an indoor photo session in case Mother Nature
doesn’t cooperate on your big day.
5. The invitations
Don’t wait until the last minute to send out your invitations if you
want all the important people in your life to be with you for this
celebration. Remember to indicate the theme and dress code. And
do think about including self-addressed stamped envelopes for those
essential RSVPs.
6. Wedding bands
Your wedding bands are the symbols of your love; choose them
with care. Do you both want gold, silver, or with diamonds? Discreet
or extravagant? With or without an engraving?
7. Beauty appointments
Hairstyle, manicure, waxing, and makeup: leave no­thing to chance
if you want to be stunning on your big day. Make your appointments
for just the right time; you don’t want your roots to be visible under
your veil!
8. The dress, suit, and accessories
The outfits of bride, groom, and wedding party should be
coordinated. Will you be a vision in white or will you choose to add
a colourful note? And will the perfect dress feature something old,
something new, something borrowed, and something blue?
9. Flowers and decorations
Have you chosen a colour scheme for your flowers and decorative
accessories? What are your favourite flowers? How will the tables be
dressed?
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What theme will you choose to set the tone
for your wedding: a colour, a culture, a historical
period? Which DJ will get your guests out on
the dance floor? Will you surprise everyone with a
unique first dance?
4. Photographer
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10. Transportation
Will you arrive by boat, car, horsedrawn carriage, or maybe even by
parachute? Whatever your choice, be sure
to take your dress and the weather into
consideration.
You will need a certified copy of
your marriage licence for many of
these - be sure to have it handy!
11. Guest favours
A personalized trinket, a gourmet sample, or a
home decor object: have you found the perfect wedding
favour to thank your guests for joining you?
12. The honeymoon
A truly idyllic honeymoon shouldn’t
break your budget. Are you tempted
by an exotic island or a vibrant
city? Choose the destination and
the timing carefully to stay in line with
your means.
Get out your calendar, get set, and reserve!
Make your reservations early in order to secure the top experts in
every domain. Remember that their talents are in big demand.
Is staying on budget for your wedding
important to you?
A wedding budget calculator is available for download from
Microsoft Office at http://office.microsoft.com/en-ca/templates/
wedding-budget-planner-TC102264315.aspx
This Excel document will give you a global picture of your
expenses. It’s a great resource to have and will make sure you think
of everything for your special day!
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Four smart ways to invite your guests to table
What you give your guests to eat at your
wedding reception shouldn’t be decided lightly,
especially as the meal generally swallows up a
large part of the wedding budget. Here are a
few options.
1. A banquet
2. Tapas
3. A cocktail party
This format involves an informal seating plan
that allows guests to circulate and nibble on a
variety of finger foods throughout the eve­ning.
It’s a great way to encourage mingling among
your guests.
4. A buffet
Simple and affordable, a buffet has the
advantage of offering a wi­der variety of food.
Guests get to serve themselves, according to
their specific tastes.
Discuss the different options with the person
responsible for the reception. Whatever format
you choose, always provide options for the
children and ask guests about allergies,
intolerances, and dietary laws. Think about
whether you want to offer an open bar or a cash
bar, and whether you want to serve a dessert
in addition to your wedding cake. These days,
other sweet ideas are gaining in popularity at
receptions, including cupcakes and all-youcan-eat candy bars. Ask your caterer about all
the latest trends.
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It’s possible to replace the traditional three
course meal with tapas, or as­sorted samples
of different dishes. These can be a meal in
themselves when served at the table and in
sufficient quantities.
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This is the classic wedding dinner format.
It’s often preceded by a cocktail reception with
appetizers and a cash- or open bar. The meal,
which includes several courses, is served to
guests at their tables by wait staff. The cost
varies according to the number of courses and
the choice and variety of dishes on offer.
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The most beautiful bride from head to toe
The excitement, joy, and anticipation you’ll
feel on the big day will make you radiant
with beauty. After all, there’s no­thing like a
good dose of happiness to put a blush on the
cheeks, a sparkle in the eyes, and a beautiful
smile on every bride’s face. But to truly glow
from head to toe, perhaps you should think
about consulting some beauty professionals.
1. The hair stylist
A stunning bride needs a fabulous hairstyle.
Whichever style appeals to you, you’ll want
to entrust your hair to the expert hands of a
real hair salon professional. Remember to
Coordinated outfits for the
perfect bride and groom
make two appointments: one to try different
hairstyles, and another for the big day.
2. The esthetician
Manicure, pedicure, hair remo­
val, fa­
cial,
eyelash extensions, and massage: a wedding
is the perfect excuse to pamper your body. Not
to mention that stray body hairs, dry skin, and
da­maged nails are not on the guest list! Don’t
forget to make two se­parate appointments for
your make­up as well.
3. The dentist
Because laughter is the right of every newly
married couple, treat yourself to a teeth
Future brides should make their appointments
early; the best beauty professionals are
always in demand.
whitening treatment for a spark­ling smile.
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A beautiful and organized bride:
• Make your appointments as soon as
possible.
• Carry a photo of your dress and
accesso­ries to all your appointments, along
with inspiring images from magazines.
• Find out the best time to pamper yourself
with the various treatments. This way
you won’t have any regrets, such as hair
co­louring done too early (hello, roots!) or a
mi­crodermabrasion done too close to your
big day.
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Air Force Veterans
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The bride
On your big day all eyes will be on you.
Even though the pure white wedding dress
remains a classic, many brides break with
tradition by opting for a more colourful out­fit.
No matter what your preference, be sure to
choose a dress that enhances your figure and
is comfortable to wear.
The groom
Even though the groom isn’t supposed to
see the dress before the ceremony, he should
at least know its colour so that your outfits
are somewhat harmonized. A light or a dark
suit goes well with a white dress, while a
light-toned suit (yellow or ivory) is suitable
alongside a dark dress. Whatever the case,
choose a suit made of top quality material,
such as linen, wool, or raw silk.
Upstairs hall is ideally suited for baby
showers, wedding showers, birthday
parties, etc. and will serve 60 guest
Cater your own meals or let our staff
cater for you a custom made meal either
buffet or full service style for you.
Accessories
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Main hall with large dance floor and
stage will serve 200 guests
Contact The Club at 613-938-5020 to discuss your event plans.
14 Marlborough Street North, Cornwall
One thing is certain about your wedding: the
bride and groom are going to be the centre
of attention all day long. So be sure to think
colour and style coordination when making
your fashion choices.
Accessories add the finishing touch to both
your outfits. For the bride: choose a veil
(or head accessory), jewellery, shoes, and
a bouquet that enhance your dress. Don’t
forget to have something old, something new,
something borrowed, and something blue. For
the groom: choose between a tie, cravat, or
bow tie. And to look like a perfect gentleman,
dare to wear a hat, vest, cufflinks, and pocket
square. You can leave out the matching
cummerbund, though; alas, they belong to
another time.
And don’t forget, the bridal party’s suits and
dresses should harmonize with the bride and
groom’s outfits.
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The perfect wedding band to tie the knot
Since time immemorial, wedding bands have
symbolized the continuity of marriage. Legend
has it that a wedding ring is custo­marily worn
on the left ring finger because of the vena
amoris, or “vein of love”; it was thought to have
a uniquely direct connection to the heart. We
know today that all the fingers have similar
privileges, but your choice of wedding ring is
still as im­portant as ever. After all, you’re hoping
that it will adorn your ring finger until death
do you part. Your tastes, your gender, and
especially your budget are the main factors to
consider in choosing the right band.
Surprise!
The metal
• Gold. Whether it’s yellow, pink, or white, gold
is always a safe bet. The price varies
according to the number of Karats
(abbreviated by K or kt).
• Platinum. This metal is attractive and very
durable, but more expensive.
• Titanium. It’s less expensive and doesn’t
scratch or fade, but it isn’t as shiny as gold or
platinum.
• Silver. This is typically the most affordable
option, but pure silver oxidizes over time.
Discretion vs. extravagance
You might enjoy having a ring that’s striated,
bejeweled, or engraved with a personal message
from your beloved. There’s nothing to stop
you from being creative and commissioning
tailor-made wedding bands from your jeweler.
Gold, platinum, silver, or diamonds: what will
you choose for your dream wedding ring?
Men typically prefer to opt for discretion and
comfort; jewellery without gemstones is less
fragile and thus more popular with them. And
even though rings are available in an endless
range of possibilities, most women still choose
diamonds, which are, of course, forever.
Favours from Mother Nature
test runs so you can choose the perfect
combination. Prepare a make-up kit for any
touch-up jobs on your big day.
•Leave a guest book at the entrance of the
reception hall. It’s a great souvenir to keep,
along with your photo album.
• Leave a disposable camera on every table
so that guests can record magical moments
during the reception.
• Give yourself enough time to find a wedding
gown that really suits your personality.
Decorative favours
Nature lovers, this gift is for you: a pretty box
filled with potting soil and some tiny succulents
so your guests will leave with some genuine
greenery. Or, opt for seeds to symbolize the
beginning of your new life together.
A magnet for the fridge, coasters, photos, or
snow globes: think traditional souvenir trinkets.
They’ll feature a photo of you both that your
guests will treasure.
Scented favours
Luxury favours
Scented candles are perfect for most
weddings, as they’re available in all shapes
and colours. You could also consider giving
bath salts or shell-shaped soaps for a nautical
theme, or rose potpourris for a vintage
wedding.
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Don’t let your guests leave without a little
favour to thank them for joining you.
Be warned, small budgets should steer clear
of this suggestion. Some brides and grooms go
all out in order to impress their guests; if that’s
you, why not offer a box of ci­gars, a small item
of jewellery, or a bottle of good wine. This is
especially suitable for smaller weddings.
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Towards all wedding bands
and diamond rings*
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Destination
Your guests have honoured you with their
presence and it’s now time to thank them.
Ideally, your wedding favours will include the
names of the bride and groom and the date you
exchanged your vows. Here is a selection of
ideas to give your wedding the perfect finishing
touch.
Visit Pommier Jewellers and make your dreams come true.
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Wedding favour ideas for your guests
Wedding superstition holds that you shouldn’t
try on your wedding bands before the big day, Gourmet favours
Chocolates, sugared almonds, or
and that the groom-to-be should keep the rings
h
er treats will delight those with
ot­
until the wedding. But the only really important
a
sweet
tooth. You can personalize your
rule is that this day be filled with happiness.
assortments by adding your initials or an
illustration that represents you both. For a
winter wedding, a hot chocolate mix is a
comforting gift that your guests can enjoy to
their heart’s content.
Good tips to keep in mind
• Avoid giving important jobs to the parents of
the bride and groom — unless they really
want to be involved that way. Instead, let
them enjoy being with the guests.
• If you intend to create a gift list, be sure to
put it on the Internet so that it will be easily
accessible to everyone.
• If small children will be at the reception, plan
to have a space available where they can play
and a quiet room where they can sleep.
• Take photographs of your hair and makeup
Our favourite Cornwall morning man, Jimmy Kalaitzis, and his new blushing bride Erin
Burns surprised family and friends a few weeks ago when they got married at Sandals
Resort in Antigua. Congratulations to all!
Bridal Dreams
An invitation like no other
Five destination ideas for your honeymoon
The countdown has started; sending out
your wedding invitations makes it all seem
official. It is an important step indeed. In
addition to announcing your wedding, this little
piece of cardstock, tucked so neatly into its
pretty envelope, gives your guests a taste of
the celebrations to come. Their curiosity will
definitely be aroused.
To show all this promise, your invitation
should include:
• the names of the bride and groom
(in­­clude those of the respective parents if
you want to follow the tradition of the pa­rents
hosting the wedding)
• the location, date, and time of the ceremony
• RSVP cards and envelopes (encourage your
guests to confirm their presence by including
a pre-stamped reply card)
• an invitation to the reception (feel free to
invite only certain guests to the party following
the ceremony; specify the theme, dress
code, location, and menu choices)
It’s a go!
Send one invitation per address, whether it’s
to a single person, couple, or family. In­vitations
should be mailed at least three months before
the big day. If you’re invi­ting your guests to
join you abroad for your wedding, or if some
of your guests live out­side the country, try to
send your in­vitations as early as eight months
in advance. Keep a few spare invitations, just
Are you getting married soon? It will be a
memorable day followed by an unforgettable
trip. Here are some tips to help you discover
that little piece of paradise that will turn your
honeymoon into an unforgettable experience.
1. A sun destination
Turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and palm
trees… Can you already picture yourselves
sitting by the sea, sipping de­licious cocktails?
The beaches of Mexico, Cuba, or any other
exotic island setting are good picks.
2. An urban destination
in case. Before choosing your final invitation
Paris, Tokyo, New York, Las Vegas, Venice,
design and reply cards, find out about standard
London... World-class cities are great
postal sizes and weights from the post office.
destinations for cool couples who are lovers
of good food and culture. If you’re looking to
Reply cards
experience the exci­tement that only the world’s
Wedding invitations usually include a re­ply card,
big­gest cities can provide, choose an ur­ban
to be completed by the guests and returned to
ad­venture.
the bride and groom. In­clu­ding a stamped,
self-addressed envelope is al­ways appreciated
3. An eco-holiday destination
and helps en­sure a timely response.
You both long for open spaces and fresh air?
gical places
You’ll discover intimate and ma­
Need some inspiration?
during a romantic trip to the countryside.
When it comes to invitation design, it
Whether you prefer the woods, mountain tops,
isn’t always easy to transform your ideas
or remote jungles, this kind of honeymoon is for
into reality. You can turn to websites
ad­venturous couples only.
or wedding magazines for help.
If you’re not very artistic, choose a template
or hire a graphic designer to create a unique 4. A five-star destination
For a shorter honeymoon, especially
wedding invitation.
one that’s close to home, treat yourselves
to a few nights in a luxury hotel suite. Elegance,
peace, and sensual pleasu­
res are on the
schedule; what a great way to start married life.
5. A mystery destination
Instead of traditional wedding gifts, you could
ask your families or guests to work together
in choosing a surprise destination for you
and your beloved. Are you brave enough to
play along? Just be sure to take your budget
into consideration before spinning the globe
to pick your dream destination. Have a great
honeymoon!
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weddings including Mother of the
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While that convention is alive and well,
many couples today choose a modern take on
dessert, such as a selection of small cupcakes
and pastries, a pyramid of chocolate éclairs,
or even a variety of tarts and other sweets.
At least two months before the big day,
meet with your caterer or pastry cook to taste
several flavour combinations. Choose the
texture you want — perhaps a sponge cake,
a tiramisu, or even a cheesecake. Next comes
the choice of flavour and the filling. Imagine a
chocolate, carrot, or vanilla cake embellished
with a filling of cream, caramel, or a generous
layer of ganache.
For the icing, or just for decorations to
adorn a plain cake, you might opt for a firm
sugar paste that can be coloured and cut
into shapes and decorations. Butter cream
icing is softer and is similar to the frosting
normally found on cakes. The queen of all
cake coverings is, without a doubt, marzipan,
which adds a texture and flavour without
compare.
The cost of a cake is always calculated by
the number of portions, so while a stunning
seven-layer cake can feed an army of
guests, you’ll have to be reasonable if you
have a limited budget. The type of cake,
the decorations, and the difficulty of its
construction will also influence the price.
From small intimate
gatherings to large
exquisite affairs, we work
with every budget.
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