January 2019 - Michlib-l

FREE DVD Cases have been claimed!
by Anna Merritt 03 Jan '19

03 Jan '19

Hello All, ALL of my DVD cases have found a new home. Thanks to everyone who reached out and took them in. I'm glad they have all found a second life and won't have to end up in a landfill. Happy New Year Everyone! Anna Merritt Assistant Director Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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United For Libraries for Friends!
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 03 Jan '19

03 Jan '19

Happy New Year! Do you know a library that needs Friends? (Yes, it's a trick question - ALL libraries need Friends!) United for Libraries<http://www.ala.org/united/> (The American Library Association's Division aimed at Library Board members and Friends Groups) can assist your library in Finding, Organizing, Keeping, and Motivating Friends! This e-mail is going to introduce you to two features United for Libraries offers as part of the Friends pages. These features each provide Useful, Relevant, and Successful tools and information for Friends groups of any size or experience. To access these features, go to http://www.ala.org/united/friends and click on the "Friends" button located on the upper right side of the site. You will then be taken to the Friends Site. On the right navigation, see two options titled "Idea Sharing" and "Organizational Tools." Clicking on the small "+" sign next to each title will expand the list so you can see different offerings under each of these categories. Sample Friends/Library agreements, Outreach ideas from fellow libraries, and Recruitment and Membership suggestions are just a sampling of the available materials Friends can find within these two categories. Friends Group members and officers can access this site directly via http://www.ala.org/united/friends. Most of the resources mentioned here are available without login, but there are other materials on the site that require a username and password. The Library of Michigan, through LSTA funding, provides a statewide membership for all Michigan Libraries (and Library Friends Groups!) to United for Libraries. To obtain the username and password for full access to the UFL site, Friends and Library Boards should contact their Library Director, their Cooperative Director, or The Library of Michigan at membielac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:membielac@michigan.gov> . Any Questions? Please contact me - Clare Membiela, membieloac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:membieloac@michigan.gov>, or 517-335-8132 Here's to a "Friendly" New Year!

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Summer of Space...
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 03 Jan '19

03 Jan '19

Have you registered your library for STAR Library Network - STEM Learning in Libraries<https://www.facebook.com/STARLibraries/?__tn__=K-R-R&eid=ARDLnjSup3Z8vHD9Fo…> "Summer in Space" initiative in collaboration with CSLP's "A Universe of Stories?" STARnet has developed a "Summer of Space" interactive Google map that shows where registered libraries are located along with the library name and website address. Participating libraries serve as centers of space science learning for their communities. Head to STARnet's website<http://www.starnetlibraries.org/summer-of-space/> to do so! #LibrariesLiftoff<https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/librariesliftoff?source=feed_text&epa=HASH…> #CSLPreads<https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/cslpreads?source=feed_text&epa=HASHTAG&__x…> [cid:image001.jpg@01D4A344.C3890EF0]

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E-Rate related: FCC shutting down mid-day Thursday in event of continued shutdown
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 03 Jan '19

03 Jan '19

The FCC announced on Monday that it will be shutting down mid-day on Thursday unless the Federal Government funding impasse is resolved. Get your phone calls in today! https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-suspend-most-operations-mid-day-thurs-if-f…<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fcc.go…> Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 517-335-1498 MY NUMBER HAS CHANGED TO 517-335-1498 https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/>

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Registration Opens for the 2019 Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference in Sterling Heights March 22-23
by Hsm 02 Jan '19

02 Jan '19

Registration is now open for the 61st annual Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference! Sign up today to take advantage of early-bird pricing for registration! Attention educators! SCECHs are available! Friday & Saturday, March 22 & 23, 2019 Sterling Banquet & Conference Center 34911 Van Dyke Ave. Sterling Heights, MI 48312 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> Click here to download the brochure for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/registration /> Go to online registration. Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference is held annually in the Wayne/Oakland/Macomb tri-county area and is open to anyone interested in state or regional history. The largest of our three conferences, this years Michigan in Perspective offers · Four keynotes o Building Detroit: African-American Entrepreneurs with William F. Pickard o From Basketball to City Hall: The Dave Bing Story with Dave Bing o Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul with Susan Whitall, Earline Franklin, and Cristal Franklin o Bargains and Bankruptcy: Saving the Motor City with Gerald E. Rosen · 30 breakout sessions that address local and statewide history · Nearly 50 exhibitors/vendors for attendees to visit · Friday Reception featuring the sounds of a hammered dulcimer played by Rochelle Bannon · Saturday Gala: Dancing With the Decades · SCECHs for educators · Two days full of meet and greets, refreshments, and optional meals _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our states oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigans rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 FAX: (517) 324-4370 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> Click here to download the brochure for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/registration /> Go to online registration. Sign up today to take advantage of early-bird pricing for registration! Come to hear these great sessions and more! Remember When You Were a Kid? The Faygo Story A Bump in the Light: Michigans Haunted Lighthouses Felonious Females: The Most Notorious Women in Michigan History The Bob-Lo Boats: Sailing to Adventure Spiritual Encounters: The Jesuit Mission at Mackinac Same Time, Same Channel: Detroits Classic Kids Shows A Final Farewell: African-American-Owned Funeral Homes The Poisoned City: The Flint Water Crisis ¡Bienvenidos! From Bagley Avenue to Mexicantown Ancient Trails, Ancient Trades: Michigans Copper Casting Lines: Fishing, Politics, and the Odawa Abduction and Redemption: An Early History of Mount Clemens Healing Detroit: African-American Hospitals The Milliken Years: Civility, Cooperation, and Progress This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our states history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with remove in the subject line. If you received this e-mail as part of your participation in the Michlib-l mailing list (listserv), please follow their removal process.

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 02 Jan '19

02 Jan '19

Upcoming YS Webinars from LM No Place to Go: Homeless Youth and Libraries<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofm…>* Tuesday, January 8th (*Due to issues out of our control, we had to reschedule again - third time is the charm! Space is still available) 2:00 pm (ET) There are nearly 40,000 identified homeless youth in Michigan public schools, from preschool to 12th grade, including over 5,000 students not living with a legal parent or guardian. Highlighting National Homeless Awareness Week, this webinar will detail the different categories of homelessness, how to recognize a family or child struggling with homelessness, and will identify local resources and ways libraries can connect families to assistance. This webinar will be recorded and link shared with registrants if you cannot attend in person. Presenter: Pam Kies-Lowe, State Coordinator for Homeless Education/Homeless Education Consultant; Michigan Department of Education Office of Educational Supports. Best Storytime Practices Webinar Series continues with Story Be Told's Jenifer Strauss<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/eventL…> <- Register now, recordings will be sent to registered attendees! Details are as follows: Storytime is Your Time to Shine! The Impact of Youth Librarians on Children and Families Tuesday, January 22, 2019 2:00 pm (ET) The healthy brain development of children 0-6 is experience dependent. Narrative Consultant Jenifer Strauss will explain why children need a variety of stimulating and diverse activities to grow and learn. Parenting in a media-saturated society is a challenge. Youth Librarians are role models for healthy language experiences that build literacy skills in children and confidence in parents. Join Jen for this lively webinar and learn why #STORYTIMESMATTER! In this webinar you will * Understand the "Brain Power" in a well-orchestrated storytime * Hear true stories of how librarians save lives! * Learn theme-based storytime basics for all season * Review and Use the Every Child Ready to Read Five Practices Touch the Brightest Star: Ready-To-Read Michigan's 2019 Children's Book Thursday, February 21, 2019 2:00 pm (ET) In 2019, the Library of Michigan Ready to Read Program will feature the book, Touch the Brightest Star by Christie Matheson. This book is perfect for the 2019 Summer Reading Program theme; Space: A Universe of Stories In this informative and interactive webinar, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will feature Touch the Brightest Star and then give a plethora of ideas for building a storytime for your youngest patrons using this book and the 2019 SRP theme. In this webinar you will * Be introduced to the book; Touch the Brightest Star by Christie Matheson with several examples for how to share with young audiences. * Learn songs about The Sun, The Stars and The Moon. * See and Tell interactive stories that coincide with the theme. * Lean how to add "Act it Out and Play Options" to the theme. * Watch demonstrations for two STEM Activities perfect for young ones! In A Galaxy Far, Far Away: Fact, Fiction & Folklore for SRP 2019 Family Programs Thursday, March 21, 2019 2:00 pm (ET) Combining her years as a science teacher and storyteller, Jenifer Strauss will help you build programs for families using the 2019 Summer Reading Theme; Space: A Universe of Stories. Jen will be sharing factual and fictional stories and songs and then demonstrating cool STEM activities for families to engage in together including some rocket launching and moon rock making! In this webinar you will * Learn the brain-powering reasons for sharing fiction before fact * Watch and participate in the telling of several factual and fictional stories about SPACE * Learn songs with call and response, sign language and movement that will have you orbiting the moon and spinning through the stars. * See demonstrations of really cool STEM activities that you can share with families next summer. Act It Out and Play! Stories Just Made for Participation Tuesday, April 16, 2019 2:00 pm (ET) Every Child Ready to Read states, "Play is one of the best ways for children to learn language and literacy skills. They learn about language through playing as the activities help them put thoughts into words and talk about what they are doing". In this highly active webinar, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will be presenting books that lend themselves to PLAY! In this webinar you will * Learn fun facts from current research about the Power of Play! * Be introduced to authors and books that lend themselves to creative expression and encourage silly improvisation. * Learn four traditional and literary stories that are perfect for adaptation and group participation (titles, props and costume lists will be provided) * Learn some easy group games to add cooperation to storytime programs. CSLP's A Universe of Stories - Summer Reading 2019 Envelopes with the access directions to the 2019 Manuals and an incentive catalog have arrived at your library! Please contact Cathy directly if yours failed to land on your desk. Manuals are all available online, at www.cslpreads.org<http://www.cslpreads.org>, with a login. Simply follow this link<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpre…> to learn how to: * Create a CSLP Account * Access the Online Manual & Make New Friends in Reference * Quickly Download the Art Work * CSLP can help you get a Spanish Language Early Literacy Program Up & Running this summer #LibrariesLiftoff is CSLP's social media hashtag for 2019. YALSA If you've not checked it out yet, be sure to look at the Ex. Summary and Full Report from YALSA on "Transforming Library Services For and With Teens."<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/national-forum-transforming-teen-services-through-…> New issue of YALS, Vol. 17 N.1<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.li…> is available. The theme is "Year-Round Teen Services in Public & School Libraries and features guest editor Tess Wilson. Grants New Grant Opportunities for Small and Rural Libraries The Institute of Museum and Library Services has launched a new initiative<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.li…> focused on serving small and rural libraries and their communities, Accelerating Promising Practices for Small Libraries<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.li…>. This new funding opportunity is designed specifically to strengthen the ability of small and rural libraries, archives, and related organizations to serve their communities, and awards sizes range from $10,000 to $50,000. Learn more on the website<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.li…> or via their upcoming webinar<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.li…> on Jan. 9, at 2PM EST. Apply by Feb. 25. Library of Michigan's announcements for the 2019 LSTA grant programs are coming up soon! In the meantime, you can sign up for informational webinars about the grants at www.michigan.gov/ceevents<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michiga…> in the View the List of Upcoming Events section. Good afternoon, the announcements for the Library of Michigan 2019 LSTA grant programs are coming up soon! In the meantime, you can sign up for informational webinars about the grants at www.michigan.gov/ceevents<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michiga…> in the View the List of Upcoming Events section. FYI, a one-page Intent to File is required for the Collaborative Library Services grant program. This is due no later than 5:00 PM on January 31st. The link to the form will be available on Friday, January 4th at www.michigan.gov/lsta<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michiga…> in the Collaborative Library Services grant program section. Applications for all programs will be due later this spring. Documentation for all programs, including the Collaborative Library Services grant and the Public Library Services grant will be posted in the next few weeks. Upcoming LM LSTA Grant Program webinars: * January 17th - LSTA Grants Overview - Intent to File form * March 26th & April 11th - LSTA Collaborative Library Services Grant Process & Application (2nd date is a repeat) * March 26th & April 11th - TENTATIVE: LSTA Improving Access to Information Grant Process & Application (2nd date is a repeat) Please contact Karren Reish, Library Grants Coordinator, at 517-241-0021 or reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> with any grant questions. https://www.michigan.gov/lsta<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…> In the News... * American Indians in Children's Literature have put out their Best Books<https://americanindiansinchildrensliterature.blogspot.com/2018/12/aicls-bes…> list for 2018 - most are by Native writers. * This American Life presented "The Room of Requirement<https://www.thisamericanlife.org/664/the-room-of-requirement?fbclid=IwAR0nm…>" this weekend and it was fabulous! Listen for a sound bite of Michigan librarian Annie Spence. Happy New Year, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/>

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FREE DVD Cases - Final Haul
by Anna Merritt 02 Jan '19

02 Jan '19

Hello All, So, MANY of the free DVD cases have been claimed. My final total is 67 (black, single slot) DVD cases. I can divide these into any amount needed and send the through RIDES. If interested, please email amerritt(a)richlandlibrary.org<mailto:amerritt@richlandlibrary.org> and include your RIDES number. Happy New Year! Anna Merritt Assistant Director Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Local History books/magazines up for grabs
by Elizabeth Appleton 02 Jan '19

02 Jan '19

Happy New Year! We have some items that are up for grabs: Books: Directory of the City of Detroit, with its environs and register of Michigan for 1837 (reprinted in 1937 by R.L. Polk and Company). My life in the "Olden Times" by Helen DeBruin Abbey (date published and publisher are unknown we received it in 1986 as a gift) Michigan in the Civil War: A Guide to the Material in the Detroit Newspapers 1861-1866 by Helen H. Ellis (published by the Michigan Civil War Centennial Observance Commission 1965) Magazines: We would prefer to send the magazines as a complete collection, however if no one is interested in the whole collection we will then send items individually. Michigan History Magazine: (please note: there may be some issues missing, if you have detailed questions about the specific issues, please let me know) 1917-1918, 1919-1920, 1921-1922, 1924-1926, 1927-1928, 1929-1930, 1931-1932, 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1949, 1951, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1979-1980, 1981-1984, 1985-1987, 1988-1990, 1991-1993, 1994-1995, 1996-2005, 2006-2008, 2010-2016 If you are interested in any of the items, please email with with your RIDES code, and we will get them out as soon as possible. Kind regards, Elizabeth Appleton Technical Services Supervisor St. Joseph Public Library 500 Market Street St. Joseph MI 49085 (269) 983-7167

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Re: [Michlib-l] Fine forgiveness question
by Deborah Haak 02 Jan '19

02 Jan '19

Here are the compiled responses to the question of receiving donations to target patrons in most need of fine forgiveness. Thanks to everyone for your thoughts! Deborah Haak Accounts Technician Three Rivers Public Library Three Rivers, MI FINE FORGIVENESS RESPONSES 12 - 2018 NADL had a patron donate $20 dollars last month with the request it be used to pay children's fines so that they may continue to check out books. My staff suggested young patrons names, and I followed up with the guardians to be sure paying the fines off was okay with them. (One parent teaches responsibility to her child by requiring her to make good on her fines. I suggested she allow the fines to be paid with the donor's gift, and explain to her daughter why her fine was paid and to require her daughter to "pay it forward" for someone else--teaching the value of giving!) The mother was thrilled with the idea. A note was placed in each patron's account explaining the fine was paid by an anonymous person. I also kept a receipt of each fine paid along with documentation of the donation received and filed them together with other patron transactions. Kelly Tinkham, Director Newaygo Area District Library 44 N State Road Newaygo, MI 49337 231-652-6723 I was curious too how you would identify these people, avoid giving their names to the donor, and make sure to not make a judgement call in selecting them. If your circ. system allows for block notes on borrower records that would be a way to notify the borrower (An anonymous donor paid your fines in the amount of $....). I'm looking forward to what you find out from others. Stephanie PS. I still think about Three Rivers Library with fond memories (worked there for 11 years up until December 1996). Our library used to have a Food For Fines program. For one week prior to Thanksgiving patrons could bring in non perishable food or hygiene items. For every item donated we would forgive $1.00 of fines. It helped low income patrons pay off large fines easier because they could purchase items cheaper than $1.00. Patrons with no fines would often donate as well. Our branches would give the food to a local food pantry. Jami Cromley Director Community District Library www.mycdl.org <http://www.mycdl.org> 989.743.3287 We had a situation like that. A person who always paid much, much more for his copies than he owed. Picture owing .70 and giving us $5! This happened throughout the year. I applied that to some fines owed by a family and I knew they were struggling. The next time they came in, I simply said that a donation had been made to pay fines for others and theirs had been taken care of. ------ Phyllis Rickard Director North Adams Community Memorial Library (zv245) 110 E. Main St., PO Box 248 North Adams, MI 49262 517-287-4426 northadamslibrary(a)gmail.com <mailto:northadamslibrary@gmail.com> http://www.northadamscml.michlibrary.org/ We do a Fine Forgiveness Day in January as a way for patrons to start the new year out right. Then we also do one in June so Patrons can be fine clear for the summer reading program. We do not forgive collection fees or lost book fee. Diane Willick <dwillick(a)ruthhughes.org> ORIGINAL QUERY: From: Deborah Haak [mailto:dhaak@threeriverslibrary.org] Sent: Thursday, December 20, 2018 9:31 AM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] Fine forgiveness question Hi all, I was talking with a patron the other week who was wondering if there is a way that she might be able to pay off the fines of other patrons, and particularly those in need. I know that she could give an anonymous donation to "pay it forward" for the next however-many patrons come after her. But, she was wondering if there was some way that we could identify patrons with the most need, who might benefit the most from having their fines removed. The front desk clerks have somewhat of an idea of which patrons are in need, and we can run reports to see who has fines, but I'm not sure how we would go about selecting patrons (and notifying them). Has anyone out there used any sort of "scholarship" or "lottery" or something that we could replicate? If you respond off-list, I can compile responses. Thank you for all your work! Deborah Haak Accounts Technician Three Rivers Public Library Three Rivers, MI

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Library of Michigan 2019 LSTA grants programs - Webinar registration open
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 02 Jan '19

02 Jan '19

Good afternoon, the announcements for the Library of Michigan 2019 LSTA grant programs are coming up soon! In the meantime, you can sign up for informational webinars about the grants at www.michigan.gov/ceevents<http://www.michigan.gov/ceevents> in the View the List of Upcoming Events section. FYI, a one-page Intent to File is required for the Collaborative Library Services grant program. This is due no later than 5:00 PM on January 31st. The link to the form will be available on Friday, January 4th at www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> in the Collaborative Library Services grant program section. Applications for all programs will be due later this spring. Documentation for all programs, including the Collaborative Library Services grant and the Public Library Services grant will be posted in the next few weeks. Upcoming LSTA Grant Program webinars * January 17th - LSTA Grants Overview - Intent to File form * March 26th & April 11th - LSTA Collaborative Library Services Grant Process & Application (2nd date is a repeat) * March 26th & April 11th - TENTATIVE: LSTA Improving Access to Information Grant Process & Application (2nd date is a repeat) Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> https://www.michigan.gov/lsta https://www.michigan.gov/sl21 Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmi.gov%2Fto…>/ [cid:image001.jpg@01D43ED5.6883A0C0]

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