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n o i t c e n n o c June 2024

HEALING BEGINS WITH

Hope

Read more about the services we offer at our Upper Bucks campus.

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Find the Dollar Dog hidden in one of our ads and enter for your chance to win a $50 Gift Card to Chiaros Pizza in Green Lane !

Mail your entry by June 30th to: The Community Connection Monthly, P.O. Box 201, East Greenville, PA 18041

Name ___________________________ Address _________________________ ________________________________ City _____________________________ State _____ Zip ___________________ Phone (day) _______________________ Phone (evening) ____________________ Which ad had the hidden Dollar Dog? ________________________________

CURRENTLY ACCEPTING DONATIONS AT: 575 Main St., East Greenville Saturday/Sunday By Appt.

Text: 215.237.9272 NOTE: Only items listed below accepted at this time.

(Discount coupon offered with each donation)

DONATIONS NEEDED

Clothing, Accessories (Handbags, Scarves, Jewelry, etc.), Shoes, Toys, Games, Puzzles, Books, Media (Cd’s & Dvd’s), Artwork, Frames, Housewares, Kitchen, Glassware, Sporting Goods, Tools, Hardware, Small Furniture (Tables, Chests, Lamps, Chairs, etc.), Electronics (Less than 5 Years Old)

for new thrift store opening in July!

Congrats to Kristen Beck of Green Lane! She won a gift card to Runaway Farms by finding the dollar dog hidden in the Wood Naturally ad! Find the dollar dog hidden in this month’s issue for your chance to win!

FIND ME!

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RAPID RESPONSE ROOFING & REPAIRS OUR SERVICES: Replacements

10% DISCOUNT FOR SENIORS AND VETERANS

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ALL NEW CUSTOMERS RECEIVE 20% OFF REPAIRS

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Repairs Gutters Inspections Maintenance & More!

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· Affordable Cremation & Burial Plans · Pre-Planning & Financing · Veteran Discounts

New Golden Bowl

CHINESE RESTAURANT

Now offering catering!

Gift certificates and delivery available!

357 Main St. · Pennsburg · 215.679.0666 (Across from Rite Aid)

Family Owned and Operated

612 Main Street · Red Hill

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www.monaghanfuneralhome.com John J. Monaghan, F.D., Founder, Deceased Bridget Monaghan Wible, Esq., F.D., Supervisor

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HEALING BEGINS WITH

Hope

at the St. Luke’s Cancer Center

There are so many decisions to make when faced with a cancer diagnosis. Choosing a cancer center that offers the right team of experts, a personalized cancer treatment plan, superior radiation therapy technology and the best clinical trials is critical. At St. Luke’s, our cancer patients benefit from all of that, plus an unparalleled level of support and compassion. You are not alone – we are with you every step of the way.

• Infusion Therapy • Radiation Therapy • Navigators & Counselors • Classes & Support Groups • Insurance & Financial Support • Genetic Counseling

• Cancer & Fertility • Palliative & Supportive Care • Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy • Healing Arts • Nutrition

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RODENT CONTROL • PREVENTATIVE PEST CONTROL • DISINFECTANT SERVICES CRAWLING INVADERS FLYING INVADERS • ANIMAL TRAPPING Serving Bucks, Montgomery & Surrounding Counties

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Quakertown

• Locally Owned • Unique Products in Each Location • Extreme Discounts on Natural, Organic, Specialty and Health Items. NOSH! • “Wow” Saving on National Brands

QUAKERTOWN 70 WEST END BLVD. • 267.490.5195

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Registration Now Open No Registartion Fee!

Summer Camps and Classes Available Online Now! Ballet • Pointe • Jazz • Tap Hip Hop • Contemporary Modern • Lyrical •Tumble Class Preschool • Kinderdance Theater & Parents Class

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Come Enjoy The Culinary Experience At The Jamison Publick House!

WINNER of Upper Perkiomen Valley’s

Best Soup & Best Dessert

Preparing the finest foods with the freshest ingredients

1860 Geryville Pike

Pennsburg · 215.375.8886 Check out our Website for most up to date menu info and for online ordering.

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Sun & Mon Closed · Tues-Thurs 11:30-8 Fri & Sat 11:30-9

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Red Hill Fire Co Social Club • 82 East 5th Street, Red Hill • 215-679-9840

VOTED BEST WINGS! COME SEE WHY! JOIN US IN JUNE FOR: Country Line Dancing - June 14h Belmont Stakes - June 8th DJ Mickey - June 21st Join our Social Club- Only $10 Per Year!

Monday - Thursday: 11am - 11pm Friday- Saturday: 11am MidnightSunday: 11am - 10pm

Find us on Facebook • Red Hill Fire Company Social Club

20% OFF

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Micklus Electric & Construction

Maintenance & Handyman Services

Residential & Commercial Electrical • Plumbing • Tile • Carpentry • Masonry • Painting/Staining Pressure Washing • Vent Cleaning • & More

No Job Too Small New Work • Renovations • Repairs Cell 610-462-1138

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Spring is a great time for Sealcoating!

Services:

610.217.1040 www.7excavating.com Mon - Fri 8AM - 5PM

• Asphalt Paving • Stone Driveways • Excavating • Seal Coating • Grading Services • Leveling Services • 24 hour Service

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WE TAKE YOUR CRAP...SERIOUSLY!

• Pet Waste Removal • Odor Treatment • Weekly or Bi-Weekly • No Contracts to Sign Serving Upper Perk & Surrounding Area Reclaim your yard with Poo Happens! for advertising inquiries call 215-679-5090

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! n o ti c e t o Pr Continue SPRING SPECIAL!

$65

SPRING PARASITE SCREENING

INTESTINAL PARASITE, HEARTWORM, LYME DISEASE, ANAPLASMOSIS AND EHRLICHIA TEST. REG. $89

Runaway Farm · 215.679.6219

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PREVENTION SPECIAL!

$10 OFF

3 DOSES OR MORE OF MONTHLY HEARTWORM &/ OR FLEA & TICK CONTROL Runaway Farm · 215.679.6219

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HEALTH CHECK!

FREE WELLNESS EXAM DOGS & CATS ($67 value)

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Easy Pill Dispensing

By Marion O’Neil

Getting your dog to swallow a pill can be more than challenging – it can be impossible! Finding treats to hide pills in effectively is also difficult. We’ve tried pill guns, cheese, liverwurst, peanut butter, and even cream cheese. Dogs are incredibly sneaky when it comes to taking meds. Our dogs have eaten every piece of kibble in their bowls, except the doctored pill.

They have also held medication in their mouths, then spit it out. We have seen it all!

There are store-bought options specifically for wrapping pills, but they’re pretty expensive. If you have a pup that needs daily medications, buying pre-made pill pockets can really add up. Fortunately, making homemade treats you can hide pills in are super easy and inexpensive. These two recipes are noncook and include just a few ingredients.

Here’s the deal breaker, first make two balls. The first ball has the hidden pill. The second ball is empty. Have one ball in your left hand and the second in your right hand. Show both balls to the dog at the same time. Now, give her the pill ball first while you’re showing her the second ball. The dog typically gobbles down the first ball wanting the second ball right away (they’re that good). From experience, these have worked on our very picky medication-hating dogs.

Peanut Butter Pockets: Ingredients 1/2 cup of milk or water 1/2 cup of peanut butter (no xylitol) 1 cup of flour (any kind) Instructions: Combine the ingredients.

Tear off a small chunk and form around your pet’s medication.

This recipe can be stored in the refrigerator for a week or kept in the freezer for a longer amount of time.

Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Balls Ingredients 1/2 cup of peanut butter (no xylitol) 1 cup of pumpkin puree (not pie filling) 3 tablespoons of honey 2 1/2 cups of rolled oats Instructions Place parchment paper over a baking sheet.

In a bowl, combine peanut butter, pumpkin, honey and rolled oats.

Tear off chunks and roll into little balls placing on the baking sheet.

Refrigerate until balls have hardened enough to hold their shape. Can be stored up to 3 weeks in an airtight container and the refrigerator, 3 months if stored in the freezer.

If you’re still are having problems, ask your vet about liquid flavored compound meds in place of pills.

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for all your legal needs TURN TO THE EXPERTS

FREE CONSULTATION For Personal Injury,Auto Accidents, “Slip & Falls” etc...

Present Coupon at 1st visit. Not valid with other offers. Expires 7/15/24.

$100 OFF

DUI or ANY CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Initial or Preliminary Hearing

Present Coupon at 1st visit. Not valid with other offers. Expires 7/15/24.

YOUR WILL -plus-

POWER OF ATTORNEY -plus-

RIGHT TO DIE DIRECTIVE

Single Person $299.00 (reg. $400) -or-

HUSBAND & WIFE WILLS

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Come visit the farm, meet the animals, and shop our market!

2475 QUAKERTOWN RD. PENNSBURG

215.679.2729

FARM FRESH EGGS • PASTURE RAISED CHICKENS Feed Your Barnyard Friends!

FRUIT SLUSHIES ARE HERE!

GET YOURS TODAY!

NEW! Cedar Hollow Popcorn!

Fresh Produce • LocaL Products • sPeciaLs each week!

Come Picnic at the Farm!

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302-331-6194 Call Today!

FREE ESTIMATES Family Owned and Operated

SPRING IS HERE! TIME TO SCHEDULE YOUR SPRING CLEANUP! EXPERT LAWN CARE

LAWN CARE PROGRAMS: • Crabgrass and weed Control & Prevention • Fertilizer • Grub Control LAWN MAINTENANCE: • Over seeding • Aeration • Lime Application FLOWERBED MAINTENANCE: • Spring and Fall Cleanup • Weed Control • Mulching Services • Shrub and Tree Trimming/ Pruning

Find us on Facebook @mattandmeglandscaping

MOWING SERVICES: • Weekly • Bi Weekly • Power Trimming • Clean and Maintain Walkways and Edges

M&BWE outdoor services PRIDE OURSELVES ON QUALITY

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CLEAN SPACE JUNK REMOVAL Expert Junk Removal Services at Your Doorstep!

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Community Events

Adult Yoga When: June 17 from 5:30 - 6:30pm Where: UPV Library, Red Hill Stretch and strengthen! Local yoga instructor Ongela Djerf will be leading this class. All skill levels are welcome.

This class is $5.00 per person. Please bring your own mat! For Ages 18+ For more information, please visit www.upvlibrary.org

Open House at the CBG Vegetable Garden + Make Music Upper Perk Performances When: June 21 from 1 - 8pm Where: Kistler-Bitting Park, East Greenville Come see what we are growing for The Open Link’s Food Pantry, meet our volunteer gardeners and learn how to grow vegetables in raised bins. Bring a chair and enjoy performances by Make Music Upper Perk musicians under the trees. This is a family friendly event with a playground for children. Rita’s Water Ice of Pennsburg will be there after 3:30. For more information, please contact upvgcinfor@gmail.com

Friday Night Cornhole Tournament When: June 21 at 5:15pm Where: Upper Perkiomen Valley YMCA, Pennsburg Get ready for some friendly competition during our cornhole tournaments!

We invite the community to spend your Friday evening with us and play cornhole against your neighbors! We're hosting three separate tournaments for you to enjoy! Tickets are available on the website.

For more information, please visit www.philaymca.org/news/friday-nightcornhole-tournaments-upper-perk-y

Green Lane Yard Sale When: June 22 from 8am - 3pm Where: Green Lane Park, Green Lane Hello friends of Green Lane Park, please join us as a patron and/or as a vendor for our first Inaugural Community Yard Sale and Vintage Market. Look forward to hanging out with your friends and families. As well as enjoy a great day of shopping with live music and food trucks. For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/greenlaneparkpa

Green Lane Park Summer Concert When: June 23 from 6 - 8pm Where: Green Lane Park, Green Lane Green Lane Park is hosting a free Summer Concert Series! Please join us this Summer to enjoy all the new musical performers that are sure to make this years concerts as memorable and entertaining as! The Smooth Riders are a Dave Matthews Band Tribute/Experience that started in September 2021 and has quickly gained traction as a premier tribute band in the community. They play the band’s top hits and many of their deeper cuts. This show is free for all ages and sure to make memories! For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/greenlaneparkpa

300 Main St., East Greenville | 215.679.3336 | upvchamber.org

HEALTHY

living

Cut Back on Added Sugars.

Healthy eating is important at every age. Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy or fortified soy alternatives. When deciding what to eat or drink, choose options that are full of nutrients and limited in added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium. Start with these tips:

Think about your drinks.

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Balance your meal by drinking water instead of sugary drinks like soda, lemonade, or sports drinks. Try some sparkling water with a lemon wedge or a small piece of fresh fruit.

Enjoy a sprinkle or two.

Skip the sugar and top your coffee with a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cocoa powder instead. This adds a little variety to the flavor of your coffee.

Satisfy your sweet tooth.

Indulge in a naturally sweet dessert—fruit! Enjoy a fresh fruit salad, baked apples with cinnamon, or a piece of fruit right out of the fridge.

Split the sweets.

Share dessert with a friend. Half a pastry or slice of cake means only half the added sugars (and calories) for each of you.

Pick lower sugar options.

Choose packaged foods that have less or no added sugars such as plain low-fat or fat-free yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, or canned fruit packed in its own juice or water.

Check the label.

Added sugars are now prominently displayed on the Nutrition Facts label of packaged foods. Use this information to compare added sugars on similar products. Keep in mind that there are many names for added sugars, such as fructose, dextrose, maple syrup, and cane juice.

Go to MyPlate.gov for more information.

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

The benefits of healthy eating add up over time, bite by bite.

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Are you suffering from Plantar Fascitiis? Regular sessions of foot reflexology can help reduce foot pain and ease suffering.

Your location or mine!

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What will you accomplish this summer?

! t i g e L t e g Time to

Legit 215.679.3424 Boxing

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INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE!

• GARAGES • SHEDS • GAZEBOS • GREENHOUSES • CHICKEN COOPS • SWINGSETS

Rt. 100 · Hereford 215.679.9570

300 off 200 off 100 off

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Play.

Pour.

Enjoy.

Tapped Out...

Pour your own experience!

42 SELF SERVE TAPS! Pale Ales • Domestic • Craft Beers Hard Cider • Seltzer • Wine Taps

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Specializing in assisting you to plan the perfect memorial event from start to finish.

Frank J. Falk, F.D. Supervisor and Donna M. Falk, F.D.

163 Main St. Pennsburg, PA 18073 215.679.5933 • falkfuneralhomes.com

“If it is important to you, it is important to us.”

We have what you CRAVE WHAT CAN WE CREATE FOR YOU?

OPEN FOR BREAKFAST & LUNCH

Coffee · Espresso · Lattes • Breakfast Sandwiches · NY Bagels Chicken Salad · Grilled Cheese · Pulled Pork • Bagel Bombs

CURBSIDE PICKUP • INDOOR/OUTDOOR SEATING

254 Main St. • East Greenville

267.644.8287

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HANDY

HINT

Egg Shell Plant Fertilizer Bake eggshells and grind using a smoothie maker or rolling pin. The finer, the better! Sprinkle eggshell dust around tomato plants, pepper plants, and eggplants for a nutritious economical boost!

Answer to April Puzzle

Hey kids, color me!

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BABY BOOMER TRIVIA

THURSDAY JUNE 13TH 6PM UPPER PERK VALLEY LIBRARY, 350 MAIN ST. RED HILL

Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with host Ron Schaffer, by watching video clips and pictures of old TV show and commercials while trying to answer quiz questions along the way. Grab a friend and have some fun! Call 215-679-2020 to reserve a seat.

VBS AT PALM SCHWENKFELDER JUNE 10TH - JUNE 14TH 9AM - 11:30AM PALM SCHWENKFELDER CHURCH, 833 GRAVEL PIKE, PALM

Children entering PreK thru those entering 6th grade can register now for VBS! Our theme is “Hometown Nazareth” where kids can learn about where Jesus grew up, hear stories about Mary and experience ancient Nazareth. Call 215-679-5321 for information or go to www.palmschwenkfelderchurch.com register.

COMMUNITY YARD SALE SATURDAY, JUNE 15TH, 8AM - 2PM PALM SCHWENKFELDER CHURCH, 833 GRAVEL PIKE, PALM

All are welcome to come as members of the community have set up their tables in our church parking lot.

Children can also “Touch a Truck” as our local Fire company will be letting kids take a look at their fire truck! We still have some spots available. Call 215-679-5321 for information or visit our website www. palmschwenkfelderchurch.com.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUNDRASIER SATURDAY. JUNE 15TH, 7AM - 10:30AM BALLY MENNONITE CHURCH, ROUTE 100, BALLY

Pancakes & French toast, scrapple & sausage, eggs and beverages. All are welcome. Cost: Donation.

Proceeds will support the Worm Project/ Mennonite Disaster Service. Questions? 610-845-7780 or see website www.ballymc.org.

MAKE MUSIC UPPER PERK FRIDAY JUNES 21ST, 9AM - 10OM Join friends and neighbors for music in the Upper Perkiomen Valley. The first notes of Make Music Upper

Perk drop at 9 in the morning and the last ones fade away at 10 p.m. With 13 hours of music at over 20 venues from Sumneytown to East Greenville, you should be able to find some moments to enjoy some music somewhere near you! Go to ValleyArtScene.wordpress.com to see the entire schedule for the day.

BEST HIKES IN EASTERN PA TUESDAY JUNE 25TH 6PM UPPER PERK VALLEY LIBRARY, 350 MAIN ST. RED HILL

If you love the outdoors then join Lori Litchman as she talks about the best hikes in Eastern PA. Plus, she’ll give tips on hiking with children if you’re considering a family hike. Lori is the author of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Philadelphia: Including Surrounding Counties and Nearby Areas of New Jersey and Delaware.

Advertise your event FREE! Submit your event(s) before the 12th of the month.

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Boost your home’s curb appeal for Summer with new garage doors or an entry door!

Garage Doors & Openers • Entry & Storm Doors Locksmith Services • Residential & Commercial

Insulated Garage Door Sale

On Select Clopay Styles Through June 30th Valley Lock & Door • 267.923.5759

26 E. 4th St. · East Greenville 267.923.5759 · valleylockanddoor.com

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HELPLINE

with an RV Loan Upper Perkiomen Valley Ambulance Association ����������������� 215-679-5989 Open Link & Food Pantry ����������������������������������������������������� 215-679-4112 from TCAFCU! Project Live ��������������������������������������������������������� 724-617-2703

Upper Perkiomen Senior Citizen Center�������������������������������� 215-679-6550 Upper Perk Police – Non Emergency Number ��������������������� 215-679-8203 Pennsburg Fire Company –Non Emergency Number ����������� 215-679-8293 Find your next RV with our

National Suicide Prevention Hotline �������������������������������������� 800-273-8255 Online Vehicle Finder!

Substance Abuse Helpline ����������������������������������������������������� 800-662-4357

Visit tcafcu.org or call 610.326.3705, option 5

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Tor’s Taste

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With Victoria Barndt

This might sound weird to some of you, but there are few seasons I get more excited about than Salad Season! Salad has a season? Yes! It is located directly between soup season and pumpkin season, which is well, now! Unlike soup season though, salad season can be a little tricky.

Sometimes you don’t have enough toppings, or dressing, or everything in it is a little wilty and the textures are not texturing. Or when I try to make them at home, they just never hit as hard, just always missing a little somethin’ something. If this sounds familiar, let me put you onto my new favorite find! I recently stumbled upon Main Street Salads and was blown away! I had the most delicious buffalo chicken salad of my life, and they didn’t even judge me when I asked to add craisins to it. (Try it) There are so many topping and veggie options and each one comes with a warm roll on the side.

Luckily for our safety, Main Street Salads toppings hit the BOTTOM!! Each salad is crafted by friendly employees who toss the toppings, lettuce and dressings of your choice before it even hits the container it’s served to you in. They don’t skimp either, I had a very generous portion of toppings left AFTER my lettuce was gone! Which of course I ate happily, because toppings are the best part. Everything was so fresh, so tasty, with many delicious combos and they even had a Cantaloupe tea which I was hesitant about but it was absolutely delectable! Salads come in the option of a full salad, or you can do a half portion for a kids salad, which is still huge and filling! If you are someone who does enjoy salads, they also have soup and sandwiches, which are absolutely out of this world. I split a chicken caprese and pesto sandwich with a friend, and we were both raving about it long after it was finished!

Main Street Salads is located at 345 Main St, Harleysville, and I couldn’t speak more highly of this restaurant. You guys know I love supporting small businesses but it’s even more special when that business does it well, and you can tell they are passionate about serving the best and the most fresh. Get out there and get your salads, my friends! Tell them Tor sent ya!

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Do you have an amazing food you would like me to taste and review for my column? Give me a holler at 215-679-5090 and I’ll get you on the schedule!

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