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JESSICA DAY GEORGE George will read and sign her second novel for young readers, Sun and Moon, Ice and Snow, at 7 p.m. at the King’s English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East. For information, call 801-484-9100.
UTAH STATE CAPITOL OPEN HOUSE Free tours continue from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. today through Saturday at the newly restored state capitol. This massive undertaking begin in 2004 that included a seismic retrofit.
”SOMEONE WHO’LL WATCH OVER ME” Pinnacle Acting Company debuts this theatrical production at 7:30 p.m. today through Jan. 19 (Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays only. In addition, Saturday matinees are at 2 p.m.) at The Sugar Space, 616 E. Wilmington Ave. (2190 South). Tickets are %26#36;10 in advance of %26#36;12 at the door. Current student IDs receive a 2 for 1 special. For information, call 801-674-7956.
BREWS, BLUES AND BARBECUE Blues Sixty Six is in the house from 7-9 p.m. at Pat’s BBQ, 155 W. Commonwealth Ave. (2120
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South), an all-ages venue. Cover charge is %26#36;5. For information, call 801-484-5963 or visit www.patsbbq.com.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER. A trip to Kingsbury Hall to see the Dallas Brass perform is at 9:40 a.m. today. Activities include Healthy Breakfast, ceramics, pinochle, bridge, exercise and bingo at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
FOUR CORNERS The music begins at 9:30 p.m. at The Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. Expect a cover charge for this private club. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com.
“ROBIN HOOD” This play debuts at 7:30 p.m. today then every Friday, Saturday and Monday at 7:30 p.m. through Feb. 9 at the Academy of Performing Arts, 3188 S. 400 East. For information, call 801-486-2728 or visit www.academyofpa.org.
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FREE INTRO/BEGINNER YOGA CLASSES Kula Yoga Studio is offering free intro/beginner classes at 9:30 a.m. Saturdays and at 6 p.m. Mondays at 823 E. 400 South. Donations welcome. For information, call 801-521-5852 or visit www.kulastudio.com.
MAIN LIBRARY EVENT(S) A Used Book Sale Open House is from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Japanese Tea Ceremony is at 1, 2 and 3 p.m.; a Young Filmmakers’ Open House with Spy Hop Productions is at 1 p.m.; Dog Day Afternoons is a unique and fun way for children to read to therapy animals from 1-3 p.m. The Main Library is at 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200 or visit www.slcpl.org.
DAY-RIVERSIDE BRANCH LIBRARY EVENT(S) Dog Day Afternoons is a unique and fun way for children to read to therapy animals at 1 p.m. at the Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North For information, call 801-594-8632.
KUED SUPER READER PARTY In November, children read books with the theme, Curious George, now they will have a chance to party from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Utah State Fairpark, 155 N. 1000 West. For information, call the Main Library at 801-524-8200.
ERICA ISOM %26 THE WASATCH JAZZ PROJECT The music begins at 9:30 p.m. at The Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. Expect a cover charge for this private club. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com.
CHILDREN’S DROP-IN SATURDAY CLASS “Animal Track Detectives” is the theme from 10-11:30 a.m. at Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way. For cost and information, call 801-581-4747 or visit www.redbuttegarden.org.
RING AROUND THE ROSE SERIES Repertory Dance Theatre presents Ballet West who will introduce children to ballet at 11 a.m. at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. 300 South. Tickets are %26#36;5 and free for children and 2 and under. For tickets, call 801-355-ARTS.
JOE MCQUEEN, WAYNE EGAN AND FRIENDS Westminster College’s Excellence in the Community Concert Series present this “Romantic Jazz” performance at 7:30 p.m. at the Vieve Gore Concert Hall in the Emma Eccles Jones Conservatory at Westminster College, 1840 S. 1300 East. Admission is %26#36;12/general public or %26#36;10/ Westminster ID holders. For information, visit www.westminstercollege.edu.
BREWS, BLUES AND BARBECUE Ides O Soul sings the blues from 7-9 p.m. at Pat’s BBQ, 155 W. Commonwealth Ave. (2120 South), an all-ages venue. Cover charge is %26#36;5. For information, call 801-484-5963 or visit www.patsbbq.com.
GAME @ SPRAGUE Teens ages 13-19 are invited to hone their video gaming skills with Guitar Hero II or Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) from 2:30-4:30 p.m. at the Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East. For information, call 801-594-8640.
GAME @ CHAPMAN Teens ages 13-19 are invited to hone their video gaming skills with Guitar Hero II or Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) from 2-4 p.m. at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West. For information, call 801-594-8623.
GAME @ ANDERSON-FOOTHILL Teens ages 13-19 are invited to hone their video gaming skills with Guitar Hero II or Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) from 1-3 p.m. at the Anderson-Foothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East. For information, call 801-594-8611.
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SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE J.E. Cosgriff Memorial Catholic School is accepting applications for the 2008-2009 year. An open House is from 11:15 a.m.-2 p.m. today or 7-8:30 p.m. Jan. 29 at 2335 Redondo Ave. Deadline is Feb. 15, 2008. For information, call 801-486-3197 or visit www.cosgriff.org.
“FORGOTTEN VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: MALE %26 SAME-SEX VICTIMS” The Forum for Questioning Minds present this lecture by Tracy Hernandez at 2 p.m. (meet %26 greet at 1:45 p.m.) in the fourth floor conference room at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. Free and open to the public. For information, visit www.questioning-minds.org.
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BLUE DEVILS BLUES REVIEW Musicians are invited to “bring their ax or their pipes” and join the jam on stage at 9:30 p.m. for a grooving gig at The Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590.
FREE INTRO/BEGINNER YOGA CLASSES Kula Yoga Studio is offering free intro/beginner classes at 6 p.m. Mondays at 823 E. 400 South. Donations welcome. For information, call 801-521-5852 or visit www.kulastudio.com.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER A Fall Prevention class is at 11 a.m. today. Other activities include the barber, ceramics, exercise, the drama group, line dancing, tap dancing practice and open billiards at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
LANNA NAKONE Nakone will discuss her books on getting organized at 7 p.m. at the King’s English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East. For information, call 801-484-9100.
MONDAYS ARE MURDER Hear what others have to share about the mystery and suspense books they have read. A librarian will introduce new titles pertaining to this genre at 7 p.m. at the Day-Riverside Branch, 1575 W. 1000 North. For information, call 801-594-8632.
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DEPRESSION BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE OF SALT LAKE Depression Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) of Salt Lake hosts a peer-led confidential support group for adults with mood disorders 7-9 p.m. every Tuesday (until June 24) in conference room A at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-413-9967 or e-mail dbsa-saltlake@comcast.net.
BILINGUAL FAMILY STORY TIME Families can hear stories in English and Spanish at 11 a.m. Tuesdays at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West. For information, call 801-594-8623.
DANNY WELDON Danny Weldon (half of the Legendary Porch Pounders) takes the stage at 9:30 p.m. the Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER Today’s activities include outreach, Name That Tune, open art class (no instructor), a pinochle tournament, new games in the library, ceramics, open exercise rooms and open billiards at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
”HOW-TO TUESDAYS” “How to Take the Terror Out of Talk and Deliver a Great Speech” is at 7 p.m. at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. For information, call 801-524-8200.
PAUL NICKLEN As part of the American Express Weldon J. Taylor Executive Lecture Series, a lecture by Nicklen on “Ends of the Earth: Leadership %26 Management to Stay Alive” is at 7 p.m. at the Vieve Gore Concert Hall in the Emma Eccles Jones Conservatory at Westminster College, 1840 S. 1300 East. For information, visit www.westminstercollege.edu.
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READ TO ME/I’LL READ TO YOU Children can choose a book for the librarian to read or have some one-on-one time with the librarian at 4 p.m. each Wednesday at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West. For information, call 801-594-8623.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER The Wendover trip is scheduled for 8:45 a.m. and the book club will discuss “Family Tree” at 12:30 p.m. today. Other activities include beginning basic computer, circuit training, ceramics, tap dance, Tai Chi Chih, billiards and Vietnamese citizenship and ESL. The center is at 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
“TOSCA”: UTAH OPERA PREVIEW LECTURE Puccini’s opera will be discussed at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. Free. For information, call 801-524-8200.
MARK %26 WAYNE JAZZ DUO Mark and Wayne, perform the classics and a twist on the classics - Utah style - at 9:30 p.m. at The Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com.
“NATURAL REVELATIONS” LECTURE Professors Roberta Rosenberg and Terry Lee lecture on “Honoring the Spiritual in Art: the Paintings of Susan Swartz” at 6 p.m. at the Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Drive on the University of Utah campus. For information, call 801-581-7332 or visit www.umfa.utah.edu.
BELLY DANCING Lady Ellen teaches belly dancing classes on Wednesdays from 7-8:30 p.m. for %26#36;10 a class at the Academy of Performing Arts, 3188 S. 400 East. Drop-ins are welcome. For information, call 801-486-2728 or visit www.academyofpa.org.
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PAT’S BBQ Acoustic Open Mic Night with Jeremiah Maxey is from 7-9 p.m. at Pat’s BBQ, 155 W. Commonwealth Ave. (2120 South), an all ages venue. For information, call 801-484-5963 or visit www.patsbbq.com.
SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CENTER Activities include diabetes class, brown bag delivery, ceramics, Sit %26 Be Fit, scrapbooking, bingo, Tongan ESL and Bunka handwork. The center is at 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
HAWK TALKS “Flying Aces: The Forest Hawks” is at 7 p.m. at the Sweet Library, 455 F St. Free. For information, call 801-594-8651.
GUEST WRITERS SERIES AT THE ART BARN Poet Heather McHugh will speak at 7 p.m. at the Art Barn/Finch Lane Gallery in Reservoir Park, 1325 E. 100 South. Free. For information, 801-596-5000.
ZANZIBAR A third of Monday night’s Blue Devils perform at 9:30 p.m. at the Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com.
NIKOS LINARDAKIS Dr. Linardakis will read and sign Ten Natural Ways to a Good Night’s Sleep at 7 p.m. at the King’s English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East. For information, call 801-484-9100.
LITTLE HANDS: BABY SIGNING BASICS Signing is a way for babies and parents or caretakers to communicate. A hands-on workshop is at 10 a.m. at the Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East. For information, call 801-594-8640.
THE NATURE OF THINGS: UTAH MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY LECTURE SERIES “When Deserts %26 Mountain Collide: The Problem of Dust in Mountain Snow Cover” by Dr. Thomas H. Painter is at 7 p.m. at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. Free. For information, call 801-524-8200.
SLCC COMMUNITY WRITING CENTER WORKSHOPS “Creative Writing” will be taught from 6-8 p.m. today, Jan. 23 and 31 at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South. Cost is %26#36;30. For information and to register, call 801-957-4992.
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SUNDAY ANDERSON WESTSIDE SENIOR CTR. Activities include ceramics, pinochle, bridge, exercise, bingo and ESL for Chinese at the center, 868 W. 900 South. For information, call 801-538-2092.
DOUBLE HELIX The music begins at 9:30 p.m. at The Zanzibar, 679 S. 200 West. Expect a cover charge for this private club. For information about live blues or jazz, call 801-746-0590 or visit www.zanzibarslc.com.
BREWS, BLUES AND BARBECUE The Motherless Cowboys are in the house from 7-9 p.m. at Pat’s BBQ, 155 W. Commonwealth Ave. (2120 South), an all-ages venue. Cover charge is %26#36;5. For information, call 801-484-5963 or visit www.patsbbq.com.
PUPPET SHOW The Utah Puppet Players will entertain children, ages 3 to 9, with “The Brave Princess” at 2 p.m. at the Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West. Free. For information, call 801-594-8623.
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ART BARN %26 FINCH LANE GALLERY Laural Casjens (infrared photographs) and Joe Jacoby (paintings %26 sketches) will be displayed Jan. 11 during an opening reception from 6-8 p.m. at 54 Finch Lane (1325 E. 100 South). This exhibit ends Feb. 22. “Voice” is the student exhibit in the Park Gallery, For information, call the Salt Lake City Arts Council, 801-596-5000.
UTAH MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS Free admission day is Jan. 19. Current exhibits are: “Natural Revelations” by Susan Swartz from Jan. 11-April 13; “Cinderella: Masks, Magic %26 Mirrors” through March 31, 2008. “Highlights of the Collection” runs through Jan. 31. Ongoing exhibits include: “Africa: Arts of a Continent,” “Journeys Through Asian Art.” The museum is located at 410 Campus Center Drive on the University of Utah campus. For information, call 801-581-7332 or visit www.umfa.utah.edu.
“TREE SILHOUETTES” Brett Johnson displays black and white photography now through Feb. 18 at the Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East. A reception is at 6 p.m. Jan. 17. For information, call 801-594-8640.
SALT LAKE ART CENTER After school students in the Salt Lake School District exhibit “Wild Life Recycled” through Jan. 26. “SF Recycled” and “Masters of West Coast Assemblage %26 Collage” runs through Jan. 26 and “To Morris Graves” by David Kimball Anderson runs through Feb. 2 at 20 S. West Temple St.. For information, call 801-328-4201 or visit www.slartcenter.org.
LAUGHING STOCK (IMPROV COMEDY) Laughing Stock, collaborative improv comedy, is always at 10 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays at the Off-Broadway Theater, 272 S. Main St. For more information, call 801-355-4628 or visit www.theobt.com.
EXHIBITS/EVENTS AT THE UTAH MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY Exhibits include “Range Creek: An Anthropology of Place” about Utah’s Fremont tribes is an ongoing exhibit. Admission is %26#36;6/adults and %26#36;3.50/seniors and children (ages 3-12). The museum is located at 1390 E. Presidents Circle (200 South). For information, call 801-581-6927 or visit www.umnh.utah.edu.
TRACY AVIARY Andy the Andean Condor will celebrate his 49th birthday at 1 p.m. Jan. 19. “Avian Idol” begins at 11 a.m. or 2 p.m. on Saturdays starting Jan. 5. The Pelican Experience is now going on and Polar Day Mondays runs through Feb. 25, 2008. The aviary is at 589 E. 1300 South. Most events are free with admission. For information on bird shows, admission, activities and more, call 801-596-8500 or visit www.tracyaviary.org.
SPASMODIC DYSPHONIA This support group meets at 7:30 p.m. the last Thursday of each month at 1222 E. 12300 South (Curves building in Draper). Visit www.utahspasmodic.org.
PALMER’S GALLERY FINE ART Briettney Poore-Day displays her artwork through Jan. 11, 2008 at 378 W. Broadway (300 South). Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri. and from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat. Beginning Jan. 18, “PICA” is new artwork by Dan Christofferson. A reception is from 6-10 p.m. Jan. 18. For information, call 801-359-4632.
ICE SKATING The ice skating rink is now open through Jan. 31 at the Gallivan Center, 36 E. 200 South. For information, visit www.thegallivancenter.com.
NEWCOMERS CLUB “Saturday Nite Supper Club” is Jan. 12; “Food %26 Wine Group” is Jan. 12 and 18; “Let’s Get Cooking” is Jan. 22. Newcomers is a fun organization that lends its support to the Salt Lake community, dinners, hikes, single get-togethers, trips, etc. for people new to the area. Non-members may attend three Newcomers’ functions. Annual membership is %26#36;25. Must be over age 18. For information, call 801-261-5656 or visit www.newcomersclub.com.
TEMPLE SQUARE ONGOING EVENTS Thirty-minute organ recitals are held at noon weekdays and Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday in the newly renovated Tabernacle. Mormon Tabernacle Choir rehearsals are open to the public at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, as is the “Music and the Spoken Word” featuring the choir at 9:30 a.m. Sundays, in the Tabernacle (must be seated by 9:15 a.m.). For information, call 801-570-0080 or visit www.lds.org/events. On display at the Museum of Church History %26 Art, 45 N. West Temple St. is “I Am A Child of God” and the design and construction of the Tabernacle.
PALMER’S PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY AT TROLLEY SQUARE Steel, wood and stone works by Doug Adams is at 606 S. Trolley Square (700 East). For information, call 801-532-6952.
THE PICKETT FAIRBANKS GALLERY Jennifer Worsley will display woodcuts and oil pastels from Jan. 18-Feb. 13 (reception is from 6-10 p.m. Jan. 18) at 39 N. I St. (corner of I Street and First Avenue with rear parking). For information, call 801-363-7764 or www.pickettfairbanksart.com.
LAMB’S GRILL CAFE Enjoy live music with dinner, 6-9 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays. Tracy Aviary will exhibit fine art photography during January. The cafe is located at 169 S. Main St. For information, call 801-364-7166 or visit www.lambsgrill.com.
ALICE GALLERY “Masterpieces from the State Fine Art Collection” runs through March 14 at 617 E. South Temple St. (inside the Utah Arts Council). For information, call 801-236-7555
HORNE FINE ART “Night %26 Day” features many paintings of local landmarks, City County Bldg., Main Street, TRAX, Avenues homes, 9th and 9th, etc. are on display from noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday at 142 E. 800 South. For information, call 801-533-4200 or www.hornefineart.com.
BOOK BABY Caregivers and babies up to age 2 can experience Baby Book at the following libraries: 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Anderson-Foothill branch library, 1135 S. 2100 East; 10 a.m. Wednesdays and 11 a.m. Thursdays at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South; and 10 a.m. Wednesdays at the Sweet branch, 455 F St. and at the Sprague branch, 2131 S. 1100 East. For information, call the Main Library at 801-524-8200.
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME Stories and merriment for preschoolers are at the following libraries: 11 a.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. Thursdays at the Main Library, 210 E. 400 South; 11 a.m. Tuesdays or Thursdays at the Anderson-Foothill branch, 1135 S. 2100 East; 11 a.m. Wednesdays at the Sprague branch, 2131 S. 1100 East; and 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays at the Sweet branch, 455 F St. For information, call 801-524-8200.
SENIOR MEALS Senior meals are offered at these Salt Lake City-area senior centers: Tenth East Senior Center, 237 S. 1000 East, offers a daily continental breakfast at 8:30 a.m. (50 cents or more) and lunch at 11:45 a.m. Reservations for lunch must be made 24 hours in advance. Suggested donation of %26#36;2. For reservations, call 801-538-2084. The Columbus Senior Center, 2531 S. 400 East offers lunch. For information, call 801-412-3297. The Sunday Anderson Westside Senior Center, 868 W. 900 South, offers a hot breakfast from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and lunches for %26#36;2. For information, call 801-538-2092. The Northwest Senior Center, 1300 W. 300 North, has a noon lunch for %26#36;2. For information, call 801-596-0208.
GAME NIGHT GAMES Play board games free on Wednesdays. Friday/Saturday nights are open gaming nights (6 -11 p.m.) for %26#36;3. Monday is Family Night, meaning families play free for the first time anytime from 6:30 -9 p.m. Five dollars covers the entire family for the second visit and any subsequent visits at 2030 S. 900 East, Suite E. For information, call 801-467-2400 or visit www.gamenightgames.com
MOM’S CLUB Mom’s club is a nonreligious support group for all stay-at-home mothers that meets at 10 a.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at Liberty Park Foursquare Church, 662 E. 1300 South. For information, call 801-466-6801 or e-mail bonniekaykittrell@yahoo.com.
CLARK PLANETARIUM MAX films, cosmic light and science shows and traveling exhibits can be found at 110 S. 400 West. For details, call 801-456-STAR (7827) or visit www.clarkplanetarium.org.
WASATCH WOMEN’S SOCIAL CLUB For newcomers and established residents, meet new friends by attending activities such as Tuesday morning coffee, lunches, wine %26 cheese socials and more. Annual membership is %26#36;20. For information, call 801-733-1253 or visit www.newcomersclub.com.
MOM’S TIME OUT This non-profit group is for moms who are new to Utah and its culture and are looking for others to meet with for coffee, park days, book clubs, children’s outings and an occasional night out. For information, visit www.MomsTimeOut.org.
WEEKLY FOOSBALL TOURNAMENTS Events are scheduled at Lumpy’s at 6 p.m. on Sundays and 8 p.m. every other Saturday (Jan. 12) at 145 W. Pierpont Ave., Salt Lake City. All skill levels are welcome. For information, visit www.netfoos.com/account/44/account home.html or call Lorraine at 801-576-0931.
THE ARTS ORGANIZATION T.A.O. has moved its institute to 680 E. 600 South. The Energy Emporium is still re-locating. For information, call 801-521-0055 or visit www.theartsorganization.com.
JANUARY COMPUTER CLASSES Register now for the following classes: Intro to Microsoft Excel (Jan. 17); Basic Mouse Skills (Jan. 11); Intro to Microsoft Word (Jan. 14 or Jan. 25); Using the Library Catalog (Jan. 15); Computer Basics (Jan. 16); Intro to Microsoft Word in Espa帽ol (Jan. 17); Intro to the Internet: a three-part course (Jan. 28-30) and Good Business Websites (Jan. 28) at the Main Library Technology Center.
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