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Jan
9
2025
Thu
Meeting Room Reservations Open for March, April, May
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Details:
Reservations for the North and South Meeting Rooms and the Shakespeare Room on the 2nd floor open the second Thursday of January for reservations in March, April, and May.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
6
2025
Mon
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Details:
Bring baby for rhymes, songs, and playtime with other babies. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-24 months and their grownups.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Name tags
Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
Bring your grownup
This program is designed for children and their grownups. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not allowed.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
7
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Together Time
Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Name tags
Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
Bring your grownup
This program is designed for children and their grownups. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not allowed.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
8
2025
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Together Time
Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Name tags
Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
Bring your grownup
This program is designed for children and their grownups. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not allowed.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Youth,
Middle School,
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Jan
11
2025
Sat
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School,
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Special Event
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
6
2025
Mon
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Details:
Bring baby for rhymes, songs, and playtime with other babies. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-24 months and their grownups.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Name tags
Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
Bring your grownup
This program is designed for children and their grownups. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not allowed.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
7
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Together Time
Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Name tags
Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
Bring your grownup
This program is designed for children and their grownups. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not allowed.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
8
2025
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Together Time
Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Name tags
Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
Bring your grownup
This program is designed for children and their grownups. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not allowed.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Jan
9
2025
Thu
Location:
Main Street Recreation Center
Age Group:
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Social
Donuts and BINGO
Visit with friends over coffee and donuts while playing everyone’s favorite game. BINGO is free to play, with games starting at 10:30 am. One BINGO card per participant. Coffee, donuts, and BINGO cards provided, and prizes awarded to winners.
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This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Jan
11
2025
Sat
Self-Marketing on a Shoestring
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Class
Required
Seats Remaining:
39
Emerging Authors
An emerging author is a writer who has some professional experience and recognition but has not yet reached an established level. The term is often used to describe early-career writers who may need support. The library’s Emerging Author Collection offers local authors the opportunity to have their books on shelves and in circulation, receive wider exposure, and reach an audience they might not otherwise influence. Learn more about the Emerging Author Collection, including how to submit your work. This winter, the library is also supporting early-career writers with programs, tools, and encouragement!
Details:
Marketing yourself can be daunting. From setting up social media profiles to evaluating marketing campaigns, learn from indie author and marketer Gwen Tolios how to promote yourself and/or your book.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Jan
8
2025
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Shakespeare Room
Age Group:
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Class
Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Emerging Authors
An emerging author is a writer who has some professional experience and recognition but has not yet reached an established level. The term is often used to describe early-career writers who may need support. The library’s Emerging Author Collection offers local authors the opportunity to have their books on shelves and in circulation, receive wider exposure, and reach an audience they might not otherwise influence. Learn more about the Emerging Author Collection, including how to submit your work. This winter, the library is also supporting early-career writers with programs, tools, and encouragement!
Details:
Even if you don’t consider yourself a writer, putting pen to paper on a regular basis can fuel self-awareness, creativity, enjoyment, and build community.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Jan
11
2025
Sat
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Details:
Drop in with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Jan
8
2025
Wed
Social Hour for Adults 50+
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Social
Social Hour for Adults 50+
Join neighbors to socialize while completing puzzles, playing card and board games, or working on coloring crafts. Light refreshments provided.
Special Notes
Food allergies
The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Jan
10
2025
Fri
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Social
Details:
Watch Singin' In the Rain. Light refreshments provided.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Food allergies
The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Jan
7
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Social
Details:
LaVon K. Lenaway, Dementia Care Educator, will lead an open support group for caregivers to connect with others and share experiences about providing care for someone with memory impairment.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
7
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Details:
Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. For grades k-5.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
7
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Details:
Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. For grades k-5.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
7
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Details:
Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. For grades k-5.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
7
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Details:
Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. For grades k-5.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
Jan
8
2025
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School
Program Type:
Computers & Technology,
Games & Video Gaming,
Maker,
STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Beginner 3D Printing
Learn how to use Tinkercad to design the project of the month and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8.
Details:
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Maker Program
Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. To help ensure that maker programs are available to everyone, Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders will be eligible to register for one maker program per person per month. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event. To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
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This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
Jan
9
2025
Thu
Versus: Video Game Tournament
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
The Middle
Age Group:
Middle School
Program Type:
Games & Video Gaming,
Social
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Details:
Play Nintendo Switch Just Dance and compete for a prize. For grades 6-8.
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This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
Jan
7
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
High School
Program Type:
Class,
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
30
Details:
With students from DuPage high schools, strengthen your leadership and advocacy skills and make a positive impact in the community. Volunteer hours are awarded for participation.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
Jan
8
2025
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School
Program Type:
Computers & Technology,
Games & Video Gaming,
Maker,
STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Intermediate 3D Printing
Kids who are familiar with Tinkercad, use Tinkercad to create your own design and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8.
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Maker Program
Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. To help ensure that maker programs are available to everyone, Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders will be eligible to register for one maker program per person per month. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event. To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.
Promotion
Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
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This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Jan
8
2025
Wed
Self-Publish with Pressbooks
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Emerging Authors
An emerging author is a writer who has some professional experience and recognition but has not yet reached an established level. The term is often used to describe early-career writers who may need support. The library’s Emerging Author Collection offers local authors the opportunity to have their books on shelves and in circulation, receive wider exposure, and reach an audience they might not otherwise influence. Learn more about the Emerging Author Collection, including how to submit your work. This winter, the library is also supporting early-career writers with programs, tools, and encouragement!
Details:
Librarian and author J9 Vaughn will share how they self-published their memoir, My Swan Song for Joy: a Sister Memoir using Pressbooks.
Special Notes
Zoom with Registration
We will email the Zoom information to you after you register.
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This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Jan
9
2025
Thu
Chicago Pizza - Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Special Event
Illinois Libraries Present
This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events. Illinois Libraries Present is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com.
Illinois Libraries Present is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office for the Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
Details:
Join us in conversation with Steve Dolinsky, well known Food Guy reporter at NBC 5 (Chicago) and James Beard Award winner for his TV, radio and podcast work.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Jan
9
2025
Thu
Thursday Evening Book Club
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Book Discussion
Copies of book discussion titles are available on the 2nd floor near the study rooms, or you can request a copy for pick up at the drive-up window by calling the 2nd Floor Information Desk at 630-790-6630 or emailing reference@gepl.org.
Details:
The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak
Special Notes
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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