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Reflections of Lake Tahoe next for Minden Mill history series

Event Date: 
December 17, 2023 - 1:00pm

The History Lecture Series at Minden Mill Distilling continues on Sunday, December 17 with a presentation, Reflections of Lake Tahoe, at 1 p.m. Using seldom-seen vintage photos, historian David Woodruff takes a look back at the many people, places, and events that shaped the history of this magnificent Sierra Nevada gem over the years.

South Lake Tahoe Christmas Bird Count this Friday

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The annual South Lake Tahoe Christmas Bird Count is scheduled for this Friday, December 15.

The Christmas Bird Count (CBC) has been held worldwide every year, and in Lake Tahoe for almost 20 years. It is the largest and oldest citizen science project in the world. Each year, from December 14 through January 5, tens of thousands of volunteers head out into the winter to count birds for a day. This tradition goes back to 1900, and in the intervening years, these birders have built a database of bird populations that is unmatched by any other wildlife census.

Free Tahoe Learning Haven forum: Who are you as a learner?

Event Date: 
December 13, 2023 - 7:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Learning Haven is holding its next free event, Who are YOU as a learner?, on Wednesday, December 13 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.

This free forum is about each of us as individuals and how we fit into a collective group - at school, at work, with friends, and even in our families. You will learn about YOU...how you perceive things, process things, and learn.

Longtime Lake Tahoe commission member resigns after 36 years

HOMEWOOD, Calif. - Ed Miller has served 36 years on the El Dorado County Civil Service Commission, 34 of those years as its chairman.

Miller submitted his resignation this week to be effective after current hearings.

Three local youth earn D-2 certification from the United States Pony Clubs, Inc.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – Bayview Farms Pony Club Riding Center has announced the certification of Bailey Brown from D-1 to D-2 in Horse Management, and sisters Gabby and Giada Lancellotti from D-1 to D-2 in Horse Management and Hunter Seat Equitation at a testing event held on November 12, 2023, in Minden, Nev.

Rock Ensemble to raise funds for Encompass Youth

Event Date: 
December 13, 2023 - 7:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Community College's Rock Ensemble class is holding a class performance on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at the Duke Theatre.

Directed by Liz Broscoe, the suggested donation is $5 with all proceeds going to Encompass Youth, a South Lake Tahoe-based 501(C)(3) nonprofit.

Broscoe, a talented and renowned percussionist, will also be performing.

The doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. show. The Duke Theatre is located on the Lake Tahoe Community College campus, One College Drive, South Lake Tahoe.

Heavenly Village New Years Eve celebration

Event Date: 
December 31, 2023 (All day)

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Enjoy an evening of fun at the Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe. It all starts at 5 p.m. under the gondola with the Kristen Brown Band (she was on Team Legend on the Voice this season), and The Decades.

At 9 p.m., the annual Gondola Ball Drop and firework blast happens.

Join in the fun!

More information can be found at https://visitlaketahoe.com/ and https://theshopsatheavenly.com/.

Three New Years Eve events at The Loft

Event Date: 
December 31, 2023 (All day)

Get ready to ring in 2024 with a night of live entertainment, delectable cuisine, mesmerizing magic, and dancing at The Loft Tahoe in Heavenly Village. Guests can watch 2023 vanish and 2024 appear with several New Year’s Eve celebration packages to choose from.

Magic Fusion starring Chase Hasty & Kaileigh (All Ages)
4:30 PM & 7:00 PM
$50.00 (+tax/fees)

Holiday activity calendar filling up for South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With the tree lighting at Heavenly Village a few days ago, and the Meyers Community Tree Lighting this coming Friday, the holiday season has started along the South Shore of Lake Tahoe.

'Tis the season for family fun, craft shows, festivals, Santa Claus, special events, and much more!

FUN FOR ALL AGES

TOCCATA’ s 18th season wraps up with holiday favorite, Handel's Messiah

TOCCATA, the Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, has five holiday performances of Handel's Messiah December 9-23 in South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Incline Village, Gardnerville, and Reno.

joyous refrains and exultant arias, including the iconic "Hallelujah" Chorus, will fill the concert hall this holiday season. This Baroque masterwork, expressing the themes of hope, redemption and grace, showcases the magnificent artistry and skill of our celebrated orchestra and chorus, complemented by exceptional soloists. Join us for this wonderful holiday tradition!

Tahoe Regional Professionals host "Dancing Through the Decades" party

Event Date: 
December 9, 2023 - 8:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Regional Professionals (TRP) have announced their "Dancing Through the Decades" event to be held at the American Legion Post 795 on December 9, 2023. It will be what's called an evening of “getting unprofessional,” an exciting time aimed to bring together professionals and the broader community for a night of nostalgia and entertainment.

9th annual Film Fest at Lake Tahoe runs from November 30 to December 10

The 2023 Tahoe Film Fest opens this Thursday, November 30 with films being shown on the North Shore through December 10. All ticket purchases for the Tahoe Film Fest support science education with the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center.

Next free Tahoe Learning Haven forum: Who are you as a learner?

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Learning Haven is holding its next free event, Who are YOU as a learner?, on Wednesday, December 13 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.

This free forum is about each of us as individuals and how we fit into a collective group - at school, at work, with friends, and even in our families. You will learn about YOU...how you perceive things, process things, and learn.

Auditions scheduled for LTCC's winter play, Peter and the Starcatcher,

Event Date: 
December 1, 2023 (All day)

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Peter and the Starcatcher will be the winter play at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) and auditions are on Friday, December 1 with callbacks on Saturday, December 2.

To sign up for an audition slot, find out more about the characters and all the other needed information can be found at https://www.4thwalldown.com.

Rehearsals begin in January.

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Minden Mill Distilling continues history series with Those That Survived, the Reed family story

Event Date: 
November 26, 2023 - 1:00pm

Minden Mill Distilling continues its living history presentations on Sunday, November 26 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. This program is about Margret and James Reed, Those That Survived. Local authors and historians David & Gayle Woodruff assume the characters of James Reed and his wife Margret, who were the original organizers of the infamous Donner Party of 1846.

Thanksgiving toast and letter from a visitor to Lake Tahoe in 1876

ROWLAND'S, LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - November 30, 1876 - Yes, this says the following story is from Rowland's Lake Tahoe, and yes, it says November 30, 1876 - 147 years ago. The following is a letter received by the Bradford Opinion and published on February 3, 1877. The weekly newspaper was published from 1874-1881 in Bradford, Vermont.

Holiday Market Saturdays at South Lake Brewing Company

Event Date: 
Repeats every week until Sat Dec 23 2023 .
November 25, 2023 - 12:00pm
December 2, 2023 - 12:00pm
December 9, 2023 - 12:00pm
December 16, 2023 - 12:00pm
December 23, 2023 - 12:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Enjoy your holiday shopping this season at the South Lake Brewing Company's indoor Holiday Market on five Saturdays - 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16, and 12/23. The market will be open from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on each of those dates.

Different vendors will be present for each of the dates.

The event is free to attend and will be held at South Lake Brewing Company, 1920 Lake Tahoe Blvd.

Visit southlakebeer.com for more information.

Next TERC Talk at Lake Tahoe: Washoe Storytelling and Watching Science Catch-Up

Event Date: 
December 7, 2023 - 5:30pm

Herman Fillmore and Helen Fillmore of the Washoe Tribe will be presenting the news UC Davis TERC Talk, Washoe Storytelling and Watching Science Catch-Up, on Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Incline Village Library.

V&T Railroad's 'Candy Cane Express runs weekends through Christmas Eve

Event Date: 
Repeats every week every Saturday until Sun Dec 24 2023 .
November 24, 2023 - 12:00pm
November 25, 2023 - 12:00pm
December 2, 2023 - 12:00pm
December 9, 2023 - 12:00pm
December 16, 2023 - 12:00pm
December 23, 2023 - 12:00pm

The Candy Cane Express, a family favorite, will begin on the Friday after Thanksgiving and run on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, through Dec. 24.
This 45-minute round trip journey to Santa’s Christmas Workshop is sure to get your family in the holiday mood with special treats, a reading of the 1872 “T’was The Night Before Christmas”, Christmas Carol sing-alongs, and of course, a visit with the Jolly Old Elf and his dear friend “Lollypop.”

Mystery at the Library: Local authors to present at South Lake Tahoe Library

Event Date: 
December 2, 2023 - 1:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Library and the Friends of the Libary are hosting, Mystery at the Library on Saturday, December 2 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Local mystery writers Robert Max, Gary Thomas Edwards, and Lisa Michelle will read passages from their books and share their journey to becoming an author. Attendees will have a chance to ask questions, and purchase books for your
mystery-loving friends and family.

Every attendee will receive a drawing ticket for special door prizes and can try their skill at their mystery book trivia quiz. Free and open to the public.

Bryan Adams heading to Tahoe Blue Events Center

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Grammy Award winner Bryan Adams is bringing his 2024 tour to the Tahoe Blue Event Center at Stateline on January 24. Tickets go on sale November 17 at 10 a.m. Adams' tour stop at Lake Tahoe also includes Dave Stewart’s Eurythmics songbook. Stewart, who shared the stage with Annie Lennox as one of the Eurythmics, has been on tour with the group's biggest hits.

South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District Board Meeting

Event Date: 
November 16, 2023 - 1:00pm

South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District
Hybrid Board of Directors Meeting
Forest Suites Resort
1:00 pm, Thursday, November 16, 2023
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82814478726?pwd=R1diZkJHN01meDR5Ky9hUldCUk9odz09
Meeting ID: 828 1447 8726 ; Passcode: 583163
One tap mobile +13017158592,,82814478726#,,,,*583163# US

A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Introduction of Guests and Staff
D. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
E. Approval of Agenda
F. Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items, 5-Minute Limit)

AGENDA
A. Discussion/Possible Action
i. Treasurer’s Report

Beloved Valhalla Renaissance Faire returns to South Lake Tahoe for an encore in 2024

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sun Aug 25 2024 .
August 24, 2024 - 10:00am
August 25, 2024 - 10:00am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The once annual Renaissance Faire has been missing from the South Lake Tahoe landscape for a few years due to construction at its old home of the Camp Richardson campgrounds, COVID, and then epic snow in 2023.

The Enchantment of Valhalla Renaissance is set to make a triumphant return for the 2024 season. Step back in time and immerse yourself in a world of chivalry, enchantment, and merriment over the weekend of August 24-25, 2024, at the Tahoe Valley Campground.

The popular jousting event is also returning with the faire.

Review: Anything Goes at South Tahoe High, another play not to miss!

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - So here I go with another rave review from a stellar production happening here in our town! "Anything Goes" is the musical that opened this past Friday at South Tahoe High School. Thank goodness you all have all of next weekend to see the show...do NOT miss it.

The show opens with the entire cast on stage, quite the spectacle of energy, enthusiasm, and excitement. It's a whirlwind from the get-go.

Critical needs for blood - local drives planned

There is a continuing critical need for blood donations, and Vitalent will have a few chances to donate in the South Lake Tahoe/Stateline area before the end of the year.

Those donating in November will be entered into a drawing that is giving away five - $5,000 gift cards.

Tahoe Douglas Fire District - Kahle Center Tallac Activity Room
236 Kingsbury Grade Road
STATELINE, NV, 89449
Open 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Schedule HERE

Ski or ride free at Tahoe resorts with purchase of a Lake Tahoe license plate

LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - ‘Plates for Powder,’ the annual program that offers free skiing and riding opportunities to those who purchase a Lake Tahoe license plate is back again for the 2023-24 winter season. Proceeds from plate sales and renewals support environmental improvement projects in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Songwriters Showcase at Valhalla Boathouse Theater

Event Date: 
November 8, 2023 - 6:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Discover "Writers on the Storm," a vibrant collective of local songwriters bringing melodies to the mountains. Founded by Robin Orr and Jeff Connor, this creative community meets regularly at Tahoe Production House to refine their songwriting skills and share their love for music.

Their mission extends beyond the studio, as they host captivating songwriters' showcases at the historic Valhalla Boathouse Theater, sharing their art with the community.

Top Rank Boxing at Tahoe Blue Event Center Saturday

Event Date: 
November 4, 2023 (All day)

UPDATE: Tickets for this weekend's Top Rank Boxing Event are now 50 percent off select seats. This deal expires Friday so don't wait on this offer. This offer is available online only. For a discount, visit HERE.

The event will feature 11 bouts starting at 3 p.m. with the main event starting around 9:10 p.m. Including local, Christian Avalos in the Lightweight Bout at 8 p.m.

George Whittell Chautauqua at Minden Mill Distilling

MINDEN, Nev. - The Accidental Conservationists will be at Minden Mill Distilling on Saturday, November 4 at 1 p.m. They are hosting a free one-hour Chautauqua performance of Lake Tahoe’s eccentric couple, George And Elia Whittell, the “Accidental Conservationists.” Local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff re-enact the characters of one of the wealthiest couples on the West Coast during the 1920s through 1950s.

Winter Stoke Movie Night at PT Revolution

Event Date: 
November 10, 2023 - 5:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is movie night at PT Revolution on November 10 at 5 p.m. Watch adrenaline-pumping films featuring local athletes Josh Daiek and Brian Stenerson! Their films Mountain State 2.0 and Split will be shown, a stoke night open to the public.

Tickets are available HERE.

Get ready to immerse yourself in the thrill of winter sports as PT Revolution showcases the most adrenaline-pumping movies of the season.

The Road Beat: 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club

If you want an authentic convertible sports car and you can't quite swing a Porsche Boxster, the Miata is the best you can buy. In fact, speaking of authentic sports cars, this is one of the most true sports car experiences you can buy at any price. There sure are drawbacks when it comes to living with one daily, but in regards to its main and only mission brief, the MX-5 delivers again and again.

Next TERC talk: Winter weather predictions for Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
November 9, 2023 - 5:00pm

On Thursday, November 9, the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) is hosting a lecture about Winter Weather Predictions with Chris Smallcomb of the National Weather Service. The in-person event will be held at Sunnyside Restaurant and Lodge in their Mountainside Bar. Dinners will be 20 percent off for interested guests.

Halloween activities around the South Shore start Saturday

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - If Halloween is your holiday, then there won't be a shortage of activities to do around the South Shore.

Saturday, October 28

Latest mural in South Lake Tahoe completed at Hotel Azure

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Another mural has been painted on a South Lake Tahoe building - this time on the side of Hotel Azure at the corner of Lake Tahoe and Rufus Allen boulevards.

This is the fifth mural coordinated through the Tahoe Art League and approved by the City of South Lake Tahoe Arts, Culture, and Tourism Commission.

Review: Of Good Stock is a must see!

Last night I was privileged to be invited to preview the new play opening tonight at Valhalla Boathouse Theatre. In a word, "WOW!"

Nate Bargatze heading to Tahoe Blue Event Center

Event Date: 
April 4, 2024 - 7:00pm

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Comedian Nate Bargatze is heading to Lake Tahoe on April 4, 2024, and will be at the new Tahoe Blue Event Center. Catch him as the host of Saturday Night Live this Saturday, October 28.

Hailed this year as “The Nicest Man in Stand-Up,” by The Atlantic Magazine and a “Rising Star,” by CBS Morning, 2021 Grammy-nominated comedian and podcaster Nate Bargatze is selling out shows across the world.

Lake Tahoe Winter Reggae Festival 2024 and new event center to feature Damian 'Jr Gong', Stephen Marley and more

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sun Feb 18 2024 .
February 17, 2024 (All day)
February 18, 2024 (All day)

STATELINE, Nev. - Good Vibez Presents and PR Entertainment, Inc., the teams behind Tahoe’s ever-popular Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival, have announced the lineup for the Lake Tahoe Winter Reggae Festival 2024. On February 17 and 18, President’s Day weekend, reggae royalty Damian 'Jr Gong' & Stephen Marley and fan favorites, Stick Figure will take the stage at the brand new Tahoe Blue Event Center in Stateline, Nevada.

Station House Inn hosting 7 Deadly Sins-themed party

Event Date: 
October 28, 2023 - 7:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This Halloween weekend, Station House Inn in South Lake Tahoe is throwing a 7 Deadly Sins-themed party sponsored by Lalo Tequila. It's going to be epic!

On Saturday, October 28 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., join in on seven different activities, each themed after one of the seven deadly sins:

Gluttony: Drink Lalo tequila (first drink free with RSVP) and eat free s'mores.
Greed: Enter to win free swag.
Pride: Take Instagrammable photos.
Lust: Play "Stop Light" with colored cups and find your match.
Wrath: Compete in yard games.

85th annual Nevada Day Parade and celebration on Saturday

The Day of Days, the largest celebration of Nevada within the Silver State, returns for its 85th consecutive year on October 28, 2023, in Carson City.

This year, the theme is “Home Means Nevada,” courtesy of the beloved state song.

The fun begins at 8 a.m. on parade day with the ReMax Balloon Launch which will take place all the way from Fairview to downtown Carson Street.

At 10 a.m., the parade will begin with a military flyover, with entries beginning from E. William to Stewart Streets.

Two nights of music already set for 2024 Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Series

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Get ready for a summer filled with unforgettable music, good vibes, and cherished memories now that the schedule for next year's outdoor concerts is starting to be released

South Lake Tahoe CHP to hold free Start Smart class for teen drivers

Event Date: 
November 1, 2023 - 6:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the California Highway Patrol (CHP) on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for a free driver safety education class at the CCC building in Meyers, signups are required.

This program is designed to help the newly licensed driver AND their parents/guardians:
• Promote safe driving skills
• Develop their knowledge of the Rules of the Road
• Promote the parental role in developing new drivers

El Dorado statehood initiative group to be in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
October 21, 2023 - 11:00am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A group representing the current El Dorado statehood initiative will be in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, October 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Raley's Parking Lot. They will be under the green and gold pop-up tent.

They will be handing out U. S. Constitutions and informing the public about their survey asking "YES" or "NO" to have the county leave the State of California and taking on the new name of The Republic of El Dorado State.

South Lake Brewing Company kicks off Halloween weekend with a costume party

Event Date: 
October 27, 2023 - 6:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The public is invited to kick off Halloween weekend at South Lake Brewing Company on Friday, October 27. There will be free live music from Motorboat starting at 6 p.m. and Get Rad Pizza will be on-site serving up their delicious wood-fired pizzas.

Admission is free and costumes are encouraged.

They are hosting a costume contest at 7 p.m. with prizes for the winners and they'll also be giving away free candy!

Dancing With the Stars tour stops at Tahoe Blue Event Center

See the ballroom brought to life in this brand-new production featuring your favorite Dancing with the Stars pros, plus special guest stars! With dazzling routines in every single, jaw-dropping talent, and non-stop entertainment, it's sure to be an unforgettable night full of all the magic of the TV show and more!

Dancing with the Stars: Live! will be at the Tahoe Event Center on March 18, 2024, and pre-sale tickets go on sale October 19/20 with code STARS.

Mens Ministry at Tahoe Community Church hosts film and discussion on "Police State"

Event Date: 
October 28, 2023 - 5:30pm

Does an Emergency Declaration suspend the constitution or legislative process? When the state seeks to be the supreme authority over man, the church becomes an obstruction to be eliminated. Can faithful men challenge the official government narrative without being seen as "domestic terrorists?" Are patriotic Christians the next target of a weaponized judiciary? Where and how does God's word teach men to react to the erosion of political, personal, and religious freedoms?

Humane Society hosts Fall Speaker Series - Why Trail Manners Matter

Event Date: 
October 24, 2023 - 5:30pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) is holding its first Adult Fall Speaker Series seminar on the South Shore. These presentations are set up for community members 12 years or older.

The first speaker is Kelly Lee, a local certified professional dog trainer, and owner of Dogkind® Training.

Alpine Sierra Speaker Series: Washoe Language and Cultural Resilience

Event Date: 
October 19, 2023 - 6:30pm

ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - The next evening of the Alpine Sierra Speaker Series
will be held on Thursday, October 19 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Turtle Rock Park Community Center.

Herman Fillmore, the culture and language resources director of the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California, will be speaking on "Washoe Language and Cultural Resilience."

The free talk is open to all.

The community center is located at 17300 State Route 89, Markleeville, Calif.

For more information, please email alpinesierraspeaker@gmail.com.

SLTPD holding Drug Take Back Day on October 28

Event Date: 
October 28, 2023 - 10:00am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) will be hosting a National Prescription Drug Takeback Day on Saturday, October 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Community College main parking lot near the library entrance.

With the help from the Tahoe Alliance for Safe Kids (TASK), SLTPD will take unused medication and vape pens/e-cigarette devices.

Save The Graves living history event at El Dorado County historic cemetery

Event Date: 
October 21, 2023 - 10:00am

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Save the Graves 2023 brings 11 actors with eight performances to the Placerville Union Cemetery on Saturday, October 21. This year’s event explores the Blair family of El Dorado County from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Early El Dorado County influencers share their stories. First-person, historically accurate characters. Eight performances repeated throughout the day.

Of Good Stock performed at Boathouse Theatre over two weekends

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sun Nov 05 2023 .
November 2, 2023 - 7:30pm
November 3, 2023 - 7:30pm
November 4, 2023 - 7:30pm
November 5, 2023 - 7:30pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Three sisters reunite at the family home, what could possibly go wrong? The final play of the 2023 Valhalla Arts, Music, and Theatre Festival, Of Good Stock, will be at the Valhalla Boathouse Theatre on October 26-29 and November 2-5 at 7:30 p.m.

Of Good Stock is by Melissa Ross.

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