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SHAVUOT MEALS DELIVERED BY VOLUNTEERS FROM ALPERT JFS, THE KIND KITCHEN OF PALM BEACH AND JEWISH FEDERATION OF PALM BEACH COUNTY’S JEWISH VOLUNTEER CENTER BRING HOLIDAY TRADITIONS

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SHAVUOT MEALS DELIVERED BY VOLUNTEERS FROM ALPERT JFS, THE KIND KITCHEN OF PALM BEACH AND JEWISH FEDERATION OF PALM BEACH COUNTY’S JEWISH VOLUNTEER CENTER BRING HOLIDAY TRADITIONS

SHAVUOT MEALS DELIVERED BY VOLUNTEERS FROM ALPERT JFS, THE KIND KITCHEN OF PALM BEACH AND JEWISH FEDERATION OF PALM BEACH COUNTY’S JEWISH VOLUNTEER CENTER BRING HOLIDAY TRADITIONS

WEST PALM BEACH, FL – May 19, 2021 – Approximately 30 volunteers from Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service (Alpert JFS), The Kind Kitchen of Palm Beach (Kind Kitchen), and Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center packaged or delivered meals for the Jewish holiday of Shavuot on May 14, 2021. Drivers wore wear masks and practiced social distancing to deliver festive, traditional meals, along with a holiday guide and flowers safely.

Meals of gefilte fish, chicken, kugel and side dishes, challah, fresh cake and a dairy cheese tray and crackers that reached clients of Alpert JFS’ Holocaust Survivors Assistance program were funded through KAVOD. The organization partners with Jewish family services and other organizations that work with survivors, providing assistance with whatever emergency or day-to-day needs that they have.

The mission of KAVOD is to provide emergency relief to Holocaust survivors in need, helping them live the remainder of their lives in comfort and with dignity. The organization partners with Jewish Family Service and other organizations that work with Survivors, providing assistance with vital emergency or ongoing day-to-day needs that they have. One hundred percent of all donations by KAVOD go to Survivors.

The Kind Kitchen of Palm Beach is located at 844 Prosperity Farms Road in North Palm Beach. The 501(c) (3) organization, dedicated to doing kindness, provides weekly Glatt Kosher meals. The elderly, new and/or single mothers, those in mourning, people recovering from surgery, people with terminal illness, or anyone experiencing the stresses of COVID-19 may get meal delivery assistance. Menus rotate each week so established clients have variety. To volunteer with the organization, sponsor or sign up to receive traditional meals, visit www.thekindkitchen.org.

The Alpert JFS Holocaust Survivors Assistance Program has seven full-time employees working to preserve the dignity of Holocaust survivors, identifying and addressing their distinct social welfare, health care, and emotional needs with the

utmost sensitivity. The team helps them navigate the Reparations Benefit Process, and provides monthly, bi-monthly, and annual socialization activities for survivors. The HonoringLifeTM program facilitated by Alpert JFS provides cultural competency training for healthcare and legal professionals, as well as others who may encounter Holocaust survivors. Visit  www.AlpertJFS.org/for-seniors-holocaust-survivors-assistance/  for more information.

Established in 1974, Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service (Alpert JFS) is a nationally accredited service provider for children, adults, seniors, and Holocaust survivors. The non-profit, non-sectarian organization is a trusted leader, with a team of nearly 200 highly skilled professionals delivering high-quality care to community members. Alpert JFS works to ensure the well-being of children and families, independence of older adults, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities. For more information, visit www.AlpertJFS.org/ or phone 561-684-1991.

Five PBC Seniors Earn Top Awards

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Five PBC Seniors Earn Top Awards

Five Palm Beach County seniors earn top awards, recognition among 111 seniors to
receive nearly $1 million in scholarships from Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County

Nonprofit will exclusively share the graduation stage with School District of Palm Beach County on June 7th to present, honor its program graduates

May 19, 2021 – West Palm Beach, Fla. – Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County is thrilled to announce its top scholarship awards to five very special and unique seniors for exceptional achievement demonstrated throughout the nonprofit’s four-year program.

With smiles and pride, each will be awarded and recognized with a short video presentation and introduction by their mentor when called to walk the stage at the School District of Palm Beach County’s graduation ceremonies, taking place June 7th at the South Florida Fairgrounds, in West Palm Beach.

This year, the graduation of 111 seniors from Palm Beach County schools, Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County is once again celebrating a 100% success rate for the students it serves. Mentoring and college readiness programs are at work to further the nonprofit’s vision: to help children break out of the cycle of poverty that surrounds them with higher education. The organization is awarding nearly $1 million in scholarships to Palm Beach County students in the graduating class of 2021.

“When our students cross the stage to receive their diplomas, scholarships and special awards, it is our proudest, most rewarding, celebrated moment,” said Nancy Stellway, Executive Director, Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County. 

Students honored this year by Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County, in five special categories, are:
Dustin LaPlatte, Jupiter High School – Highest G.P.A. Award, Ariel Betancourt, Glades Central Community High School – Most Improved Award, Woodarlie Toto, Glades Central Community High School – Persistence Award, Brianna Paniagua, Pahokee Middle-Senior High School – Outstanding Senior Award, and Osinachi Nwosu, Lake Worth Community High School – Best Portfolio Award.



“We especially cheer this year’s graduates with the many, unplanned and added challenges these amazing kids have experienced this year,” Stellway added. “Throughout the course of four years, our dedicated, volunteer mentors spend valued time getting to know these students personally, and are there for them at every stage and turn, providing academic, and emotional support to foster each student’s educational success.”

Dustin LaPlatte, Jupiter High School – Highest G.P.A. Award
Ariel Betancourt, Glades Central Community High School – Most Improved Award
Woodarlie Toto, Glades Central Community High School – Persistence Award
Brianna Paniagua, Pahokee Middle-Senior High School – Outstanding Senior Award
Osinachi Nwosu, Lake Worth Community High School – Best Portfolio Award

Why Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County?
We help kids from economically- distressed families, dream, plan, and achieve higher educational goals – with an eye on the prize – to break out of the poverty cycle that surrounds them. College scholarships are awarded to students who earn them, by adhering to a goal-focused, consistent contract of agreement, signed by students and parents. Our 98% success rate is achieved with an innovative program of wraparound, supportive services that begin with recruitment in middle schools, launch with the start of high school, and remain in place through college completion. Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County is supported by a dynamic force of volunteer mentors and teachers who work alongside school administrators, counselors, and faculty, and donations from donors and community partners – like you! To learn more, visit www.takestockpalmbeach.org

Celebrate Joe Namath’s Birthday with a Broadway Burger at Lucky Shuck!

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Celebrate Joe Namath’s Birthday with a Broadway Burger at Lucky Shuck!
Celebrate Joe Namath’s Birthday with a Broadway Burger at Lucky Shuck!


Joe Namath celebrates his birthday on Monday, May 31. In honor of the football legend, Lucky Shuck will donate $5 from the purchase of every Broadway Burger to benefit the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum.Just like its namesake, the Broadway Burger ($17) is over the top. The 8-ounce blend of short rib, brisket, and ground chuck is topped with cheddar cheese and a Creole rémoulade. The burger sits on crunchy fried green tomatoes, grilled red onions, and gem lettuce, all piled on a brioche bun. For $2 extra, you can add crispy strips of bacon. We guarantee you’re going to love it! Please click the link below for high-res photos and a video of Joe Namath enjoying the Broadway Burger. 
 

Photos of Joe Namath Photo credit: Jessica Namath
The Broadway Burger at Lucky Shuck Photo Credit: Libbyvision.com

NATIONALLY RENOWNED REI COMING TO DOWNTOWN PALM BEACH GARDENS

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NATIONALLY RENOWNED REI COMING TO DOWNTOWN PALM BEACH GARDENS

Top retailer for outdoor gear and apparel set to open spring 2022

(Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.) – Outdoor enthusiasts are about to get a new place to shop for all their sporting essentials. National specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op, has signed a lease with ShopCore Properties, owners and managing entity for Downtown Palm Beach Gardens, to bring its recognized brand to Palm Beach Gardens. The approximately 25,000 square-foot space is expected to open in spring 2022 and will be located in the northwest portion of the shopping center.

“We are thrilled to welcome REI to Downtown,” said Nina Rogers, Vice President of Leasing and Specialty Centers for ShopCore Properties. “South Florida is known for its sunny weather and active lifestyle and we can’t think of a better retailer to cater to our Palm Beach Gardens community than REI.  This popular nationwide brand is an ideal addition to our elevated tenant mix of locally owned boutiques and anchor stores like Whole Foods, CMX Cinemas and Life Time.”

Founded in 1938 and today the nation’s largest consumer co-op, REI provides a wide assortment of quality outdoor gear and apparel for outdoor activities including camping, hiking, cycling, paddling, fitness and more. REI has more than 20 million lifetime members, nearly 15,000 employees and 168 locations in 39 states and the District of Columbia.

“Downtown is central, convenient, and has a great mix of shops, restaurants and entertainment in Palm Beach Gardens,” said Gail Kirkland, REI regional director for the South. “Whether you’re new to an activity or a seasoned pro, we hope you’ll join us at Downtown Palm Beach Gardens for all your outdoor interests. We also look forward to supporting nonprofits that connect more people to the outdoors.”

As more tenants join Downtown Palm Beach Gardens, the outdoor lifestyle center is in full swing with its renovations. Construction underway includes updates to the common areas with new art panels, landscaping, sculptural seating and swings. The first phase of construction is on target for an early summer completion. Life Time, the nation’s premier healthy lifestyle brand, is currently under construction to bring its high-end athletic lifestyle resort with more than 100,000 square feet of best-in-class amenities and programs, and a rooftop beach club, to Downtown in Q1 2022.  

Downtown Palm Beach Gardens is a premier retail destination located in the heart of a Floridian lifestyle haven. In addition to an exclusive collection of unique, local retailers, Downtown is home to over 50 shops and restaurants and is accented by an abundance of signature events, family-centric experiences, a pet-friendly atmosphere, and infinite opportunities for connection and inspiration. Downtown offers something for everyone. The merchant mix is enhanced by lush landscaping, waterfront views and expansive outdoor space for entertainment and events. Downtown Palm Beach Gardens is owned and managed by ShopCore Properties. For more information on Downtown Palm Beach Gardens, please visit downtownpbg.com.

For more information on REI, please visit rei.com.

League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County Invites Public to Three Informative and FREE Zoom Events in June & July

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League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County Invites Public to Three Informative and FREE Zoom Events in June & July

Tackling Climate Change in Palm Beach County – June 9

Legislative Wrap-up – June 16

Cultural Impact Post-Pandemic – July 7 

(West Palm Beach, FL – May 17, 2021) The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC)today invited concerned adults to three timely, informative and FREE Zoom events in June and July:

Wednesday, June 9 at 6 pm

Spotlight on the Environment:

Tackling Climate Change in Palm Beach County

Guest Speakers:

+ Katelyn Cucinatta, M.A., an analyst for Palm Beach County’s Office of Resilience with a background in coastal conservation, wildlife policy, renewable energy and environmental science.

+ Rebecca Harvey, M.S., Boynton Beach’s first Sustainability Coordinator who leads the City’s environmental sustainability and resilience efforts, including reducing carbon emissions and helping diverse residents and business owners adapt to the impacts of climate change.

+ Lindsey Roland Nieratka, M.S., Manager of Boca Raton’s Office of Sustainability and former Sustainability Coordinator for the City of Hollywood, FL.

Topic: Learn the results of a climate change vulnerability assessment recently completed by the Coastal Resilience Partnership of Southeast Palm Beach County (CRP), a group consisting of the County and seven jurisdictions along the coast. The CRP studied 12 specific climate change threats in order to provide a baseline understanding of the potential risks to the communities and to identify possible adaption strategies.

How to Connect:

Register for this Zoom webinar at:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_skU-ePN8TM-sWMY_thNqsQ

Wednesday, June 16 at Noon

Hot Topic Discussion:

Post-Legislative Session Update

Guest Speaker: Ed Chase, Palm BeachCounty’s Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Community Engagement. He formerly served as District Director for U.S. Rep. Tom Lewis for eight years and U.S. Rep. Mark Foley for five years and was Executive Director of the Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation from 2001-2010, President and CEO of the Northern Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce from 2010-2012 and was an executive with a local publishing and media company before returning to Palm Beach County government service in 2019.

Topic: The 2021 Florida Legislative Session, including the bills that were enacted into law and how they will impact Palm Beach County.

How to Connect:

To register for this Zoom Discussion, please visit:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EmCm8bsOR8OBOlYnXn6xqw

Wednesday, July 7 at 6 pm

Conversations with the League:

Cultural Impact:

Surviving & Thriving Post-Pandemic

Guest Speaker: Dave Lawrence, President & CEO of the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Before moving to South Florida in 2018, he served as President & CEO of the Arts Council of Indianapolis.

Topic: Local initiatives to provide direct funding to the cultural sector, the success of the Artist Innovation Fellowship program, and financial assistance now available to help local cultural organizations recover post-pandemic.

How to Connect:

To connect with this Zoom Conversation, please visit:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85845235206?pwd=VDhac2V3b0lETGVjVk5pdDhqZ3p0QT09

About the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County:

The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County is a nonpartisan political organization of women and men of all ages and backgrounds, encouraging informed and active participation in government through education and advocacy. The League of Women Voters of the United States believes that voting is a fundamental citizen right that must be guaranteed. For more information, please visit www.lwvpbc.org or www.facebook.com/lwvpbc.

JUNE 20: Father’s Day Gift Ideas from Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

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JUNE 20: Father’s Day Gift Ideas from Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

JUNE 20: Father’s Day Gift Ideas from Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

Delray Beach, FL – Encapsulating love and a lifetime affection for dad in a Father’s Day present can be a daunting task. Thankfully, the Museum Store at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is brimming with one-of-a-kind gifts that pops is sure to prize even if he has already received the best gift ever — you.

Take your chichi‘s (“father” in Japanese) taste buds, and his green thumb, to the Land of the Rising Sun. With these Japanese Herb Seed Kits ($12), growing delicious, edible herbs at home is simple and adds piquancy to every meal. Stocked with seedlings, potting mix, and gardening instructions. Each kit arrives in sealed, plastic-lined paper bags to preserve freshness. Selections include Hawk Claw, Shiso, and Wasabina. 

Bump up pater’s bar cart game with a bottle of good sake and dapper drinking essentials. Featuring a calligraphed flask, or tokkuri, and four ceramic cups called o-choko, this elegant, handcrafted Japanese Saki Set ($45) will impress guests when it’s time to say, “Kampai!”

Raking was a common practice Buddhist monks used to achieve mindfulness and serenity. With a Tabletop Zen Garden ($35), dad, too, can enjoy the calming effects of raking and create delicate patterns using sand and rocks. Additional features include an 11”x7” wooden tray, a garden rake, and meditation book.

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is located at 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 495-0233 or visit morikami.org.

Jazz/Pop Singer/Songwriter MARTIN SEXTON to Headline Outdoor Concert at Old School Square, May 27 at 8 pm

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Jazz/Pop Singer/Songwriter MARTIN SEXTON to Headline Outdoor Concert at Old School Square, May 27 at 8 pm

‘The Best Live Performer I’ve Ever Seen,’ Hails John Mayer

Delray Beach, FL – May 17, 2021) Just days after the legendary Jimmy Buffet brought safe, fun, live concerts back to Delray Beach, local jazz/pop fans are ready to party again next week as singer-songwriter Martin Sexton shows-off  his unique combination of American rock and blue-eyed soul at Old School Square Pavilion on Thursday, May 27, at 8 pm.

The safely pod-centric and socially distanced concert is being produced at Old School Square by T-Presents, House of Parnes, and MusicWorks. Each pod is like a private box that can comfortably accommodate up to four people, with prices starting at $120 per pod. The exclusive VIP Pod ($280) includes four seats and a table, bar service through the app Noble, and the very best views of the stage.

About Martin Sexton:

Widely considered a “musician’s musician,” Sexton started as a street performer in Boston before winning the Artist of the Year Award in 1994 from the National Academy of Songwriters. He has released nearly a dozen albums, including among others Black Sheep (1996), The American (1998), Wonder Bar (2000), Seeds (2007), Sugarcoating (2010) and Mixtape of the Open Road (2015), a musical cross-country trip, blazing through all territories of style, a charm bracelet of 12 gems all strung together with the golden thread of what Rolling Stone calls a “soul marinated voice that can easily be compared to the likes of a young Steve Winwood or Van Morrison.”

The New York Times praised Sexton for his unpretentious ability “to amplify the sound of the ordinary heart,” while Billboard calls him “the real thing, people, a star with potential to permanently affect the musical landscape and keep us entertained for years to come.” Dave Matthews says Sexton is “one of my favorite singers and songwriters,” and John Mayer gushes, “I may just quit my job and go follow Martin and make a fuss everywhere I go, just to make sure that people don’t go their lives without hearing this man sing to them.”

How to Get Concert Tickets:

Tickets for Martin Sexton can be purchased online at www.OldSchoolSquare.org or by calling the Box Office at 561.243.7922, ext. 1.

Ending Police Catastrophies

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Ending Police Catastrophies

PEELING BACK THE ONION: A CONTINUING SERIES

ENDING POLICE CATASTROPHIES

A job in America that requires an individual to make the most critical determination as to whether a person should LIVE or DIE, should be required to attend a yet to be established National Police Academy, for a period of at least 8 weeks before acceptance into their local police force.

First and foremost lacking in police training is the extreme need for psychiatric examinations above all, for every new and current members of any police force, who are authorized to carry a gun. This includes the National Guard and any other group of militia that have that authorization as well.

Illustration by Rollin McGrail

The wild-west mentality that currently pervades local police forces, has been a demeaning, deadly and national embarrassment on a global scale. Missing from the present training may be the extreme need for special videos that depict every conceivable type of police involvement coming from 911 calls. The videos would show the latest technical advancement in every aspect of police control situations.

At present, America is recording a record number of unnecessary deaths from a pandemic: a pandemic that also could have been avoided, if only idiotic solutions were not offered to our population, instead of scientific ones.

With a Congress unwilling to address anything that may be critical to the lives of our population, we hang our heads in shame, as our country attempts to regain the decent reputation in retained until 2016.

Your comments regarding this column would be greatly appreciated, whether you approve of it, or not. Revealing ones feelings can be a cathartic. And who knows, maybe help return us to some sense of normalcy. You can email Jon at lhpnews@bellsouth.net

Jon Frangipane Copyright © 2021

THE FOUNDATIONS SCHOOL’S “ARTS FOR LITERACY” SUMMER PROGRAM ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS

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THE FOUNDATIONS SCHOOL’S “ARTS FOR LITERACY” SUMMER PROGRAM ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS

Sliding fee scale means no one is turned away from programming for inability to pay

(WEST PALM BEACH) – The Foundations School at the Center for Creative Education (CCE) hosted a free Open House event recently for families interested in learning more about the independent K-3rd grade school’s new summer program, “Arts for Literacy,” as well as the 2021-2022 school year.

The Foundations School is the Center for Creative Education’s new program to give students the best foundations for success through a student-centered, creative, arts-integrated approach to teaching and learning, all while having fun. The private school uses a sliding fee scale based on household size and income, and no one is turned away for inability to pay. 

“We continue to believe that art and literacy in all forms are necessary for students to be successful and to navigate future job opportunities that we haven’t even imagined yet,” said Robert L. Hamon, President and CEO for CCE. “It is our intention to leverage the arts in new and creative ways, providing students with an innovative way to learn and build foundational skills for the future.”

Guests received a tour of the new school and had the opportunity to participate in a fun art activity where children created a hermit crab paper puppet with Styrofoam cups to simulate their shells. Ronni Gerstel, one of our teaching artists at The Foundations School, as well as a renowned puppeteer, taught the children about the lives of hermit crabs and why their shells are a protective casing against predators, as she interacted with the students and their families with her engaging grouper puppet.

A total of 13 new families registered for the summer program. Most of these families have also registered for the new school year. Registration for the Arts for Literacy summer program as well as for the fall school year at The Foundations school, a K-3 independent school, is ongoing.

As part of its approach, The Foundations School uses small class sizes, flexible grouping, arts integration, and highly qualified and dedicated educators. A low student-to-teacher ratio and a sense of community in the classroom ensure opportunities to customize learning activities to match students’ learning styles and academic goals.

Class sizes average 10-15 students, allowing for increased safety and ensuring that students benefit from small group and individualized one-on-one academic instruction. The Foundations School also follows all COVID-19 appropriate guidelines recommended by the CDC including masks for all, taking temperatures twice a day, maintaining separate cohorts of children and repeated cleaning throughout the facility.

To learn more about The Foundations School or to inquire about summer programming or full-time fall enrollment, visit cceflorida.org or call Dr. Kevin Kovacs at 561.805.9927; extension 118. To make a tax-deductible contribution to the Center for Creative Education, a 501(c)(3), please call Vivianne Hall at 561.805.9927; extension 105.

South Florida Fair to bring back $2 Tuesday next week

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South Florida Fair to bring back $2 Tuesday next week

South Florida Fair to bring back $2 Tuesday next week

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Due to popular demand and as a thank you to fairgoers who supported the mini-fair in January and the current fair, South Florida Fair organizers are bringing back $2 Tuesday.

That means admission to the fair on Tuesday, May 18, will be just $2 and may be purchased at the gate. Kids 10 and younger will be free. In addition, every food vendor will offer a sample food item for just $2 and most rides also will be $2.

southfloridafair.com

South Florida Fair organizers first offered $2 Tuesdays during the 2017 fair as part of a “Fat Tuesdays” promotion during that year’s New Orleans-themed fair.

The $2 admission includes various exhibits, interactive activities, shows and entertainment, including the ever-popular ice skating show, a Vegas style comedy hypnotist show, Steve Trash’s Science of Ecology show, the Agricadabra: Going Green with Ag show, street performers, concerts on the Coca Cola stage, the Cool Zoo exhibit with live tortoises, birds and butterflies, baby marmosets, a 40-foot Lego exhibit, the all-new Sundy Fresh Market, an augmented reality experience titled “Air, Land & Sea,” agricultural shows, Yesteryear Village’s exhibit of small and baby animals, and of course, racing pigs.

For more information, photos and videos about the South Florida Fair, go online to www.southfloridafair.com.

About the South Florida Fair: The South Florida Fair is produced by the South Florida Fair & Palm Beach County Expositions, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Located at 9067 Southern Boulevard in West Palm Beach, the 2021 South Florida Fair will be held May 7-23. For more information, call 561-793-0333 or visit the website, http://www.southfloridafair.com.

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