The Metro East Messenger 5.21.21 Issue

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100 Days Of Summer In The Metro East (Part 2)

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Farmers Market Info

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Coupons

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Strawberry Cream Cheese Tart Recipe

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Local Events

NOTE: Events are subject to change, cancel or be rescheduled due to Covid 19 restrictions.

LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEEKEND at EXO Lounge, 7pm on Fridays, 6pm on Saturdays at EXO Lounge, 2 157 Center, Edwardsville, IL. For more info and updates, follow them at https://www.facebook.com/EXOLounge.

Fri 5/21-Vixens of the ‘Ville, tickets: https://bit.ly/3oog1Rb Fri 5/28- Ethan Jones, 7pm-10pm Sat 5/29- Mike Sonderegger, 6pm-10pm Wood River Food Truck Festival, May 29th, 11am-6pm, on Ferguson Ave, Wood River, IL. Hosted by the Downtown Wood River Business District and Wood River Enrichment Network. Food trucks, live music, vendors and more! If anyone you are interested in being a vendor, please contact Missy at Rustic Roots (618) 660-7766.

Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks Celebration, May 30th, 4-10pm at Collinsville Aqua Park. Live music will begin at 4:30 pm by Straight 6 and continue with That 80’s Band 7:00 pm. A fireworks show will follow the National Anthem at 9:15 pm. Food trucks will be on site for dinner and drinks will be available for sale. Due to the State of Illinois COVID-19 mitigations, general admission to the event is NOT allowed this year. Individual "pods" will be sold for groups of up to eight individuals for onsite viewing of the fireworks at a cost of $25 per pod. Pods will measure 10' in diameter and come with two reserved parking spots at Gateway Convention Center and eight wristbands. Masks must be worn outside pods. (VIP tickets are also available, see website.) *You must have a ticket/wristband in order to attend this event onsite. If you do not have a ticket/wristband, you may watch the fireworks from an offsite location. For tickets, go to https://bit.ly/3xiy92Q.

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Local Events Alton Memorial Day Parade, May 31st, 10am, Alton, IL. Celebrate Memorial Day by experiencing the oldest consecutive running parade in the entire nation. This year marks the 154th anniversary of the parade. The first one was held in 1868, just three years after the end of the Civil War. Bring your lawn chairs and line the streets to show your support and join in on the fun.

Caseyville Village Wide Yard Sale, June 4th and 5th, 7am-5pm. Caseyville Village Wide Yard Sale. Going on at the same time as the Library Sidewalk Sale! (separate event). Permits MUST be purchased AT the Caseyville Library, $10.

Permits will be on sale between May 1st-28th. To be included on the map, permits MUST be purchased by Friday, May 28th. Maps will be available by Saturday, May 29th at the following locations: FCB Bank | Caseyville Village Hall | Caseyville Library | Caytown. We will follow all social distancing guidelines that are in place at this time. Proceeds benefit the Caseyville Public Library newsletter and programs.

The Tailgate Luau, June 4th, 6pm-9pm at Gateway Convention Center Back Parking Lot, 1 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL. Your donation will help us provide celebrations to local cancer patients through 3 Little Birds 4 Life. Cost: $100/Vehicle Donation. We are only selling 100 tickets...these will sell out fast, so get your vehicle spot today! What is included: Live Band and Mission Program, Event is Family Friendly, Bring your own Food, Cash Bar will be available, Luau Vehicle Decorating Contest. For tickets, go to https://impact.3littlebirds4life.org/campaign/2021-tailgateluau/c330953.

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Local Events Movie in the Park, June 5th , movie begins at dusk @ Drost Park, Myron Provence Parkway, Maryville, IL. Showing: Playing With Fire (PG) 2019.

International Horseradish Festival, June 4th-5th. We are excited to announce that the festival is moving to Uptown Collinsville on Main Street. This new location for the festival will give us the ability to reach potential attendance of over 25,000 attendees. Cornhole tournament, Car show, Bags Tournament, Root toss, Root grinding, Bloody Mary Contest, Live Music and more. For schedule of events and more info, go to https://internationalhorseradishfestival.com/events/.

Outdoor Movie: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse”, June 4th, 8pm at Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main St, Glen Carbon, IL. Join us for an Outdoor Movie at the library! We’ll provide free snacks and space for your family to socially distance while enjoying a movie out! Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on. This event is free. The Library will not be open, but you can use our restroom during the program. Space is limited, facemasks and social distancing is required. This movie is rated PG. Register at https://bit.ly/2S966CO. Edwardsville Route 66 Festival, June 12th, City Park, downtown Edwardsville. If classic cars, great food and fun are your idea of a good time, join us for the 23rd Annual Route 66 Festival on June 12 at City Park in downtown Edwardsville. Go to https://www.edwardsvilleroute66.com/ for more info.

Looking For A Venue To Host A Private Event? EXO Lounge & Nail Bar is available for private events. We offer a fully licensed bar and seating for 100. For more info, go to https://visitexo.com/ or email events@visitexo.com. www.metroeastmessenger.com

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Business Directory Gas & Convenience 7900 N Illinois St, Caseyville, IL 62232

(618) 344-1286

2233 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 344-1352

301 Salem Pl, Fairview Heights, IL 62208

(618) 624-6013

6559 IL-162, Maryville, IL 62062 826 W Hwy 50, O'Fallon, IL 62269 1242 Thouvenot Ln, Shiloh, IL 62269

(618) 288-7920 (618) 632-2177 (618) 622-2220

536 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294

(618) 667-4581

1029 Lincoln Hwy, Fairview Heights, IL 62208

(618) 632-4807

702 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 345-9777

Pilot Travel Center Shell

970 US-50, O'Fallon, IL 62269 820 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294 1011 W US-50, O'Fallon, IL 62269

(618) 622-0630 (618) 667-0946 (618) 632-2787

pilotflyingj.com https://find.shell.com

TA

819 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294

(618) 667-9931

www.ta-petro.com

Circle K

Huck's Convenient Food Store Moto Mart

www.circlek.com

www.hucks.com www.shell.com

Retail & Services Bike Surgeon

201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL 62269

(618) 622-1693

https://bikesurgeon.com/

Chelsey Reed-Hair Designer & Makeup Artist

2400 N Center St Maryville, IL, 62062

(618) 410-0882

www.facebook.com/chereed hairstylist

Chiropractic Works

410 Regency Ctr, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 477-8364

www.chiropracticworkscollin sville.com

Code 3 Spices

302 E. Main St. Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 855-8855

https://code3spices.com/

DogWatch Hidden Fences

Email: Alan@dogwatchofillinois.com

(618) 692-9131

www.dogwatchofillinois.com

Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Denise Arendell

303 Fountains Parkway, Suite 210 Fairview Heights, Il 62208 denise.arendell@edwardjones.com

(618) 622-4977

www.edwardjones.com/deni se-arendell

Kelly's Butcher Shop & Deli

804 South Main St., Troy, IL 62294

(618) 667-6268

https://www.facebook.com/ KellysButcherShopDeli/

Lonnie's Liquors

2004 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 344-3430

1150 St. Louis Road, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 345-0611

25 Commercial St, Millstadt, IL 62260

(618) 476-7490

7835 Ivory Ave. St. Louis, MO 63111

(314) 638-2710

Email: Alan@xgreensynthetic.com

(314) 241-8873

Mike's Automotive

Xtreme Green Synthetic Turf

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Restaurant Directory Restaurant Name

Address

Other Features

Website

American/Bar & Grill

Denny's

1) 27 Jct Dr W, Glen Carbon, IL 62034, (618)659-1922 Classic American comfort food, Open 24 2) 522 Ramada Blvd, Collinsville, IL 62234, Hours (618) 345-8995 3) 737 W Hwy 50, O'Fallon, IL 62269, (618) 622-0471

Gulf Shores Restaurant 215 Harvard Drive, Edwardsville, IL, (618) 650-9109 & Grill

IHOP

Lottie's Café

1028 W Hwy 50, O'Fallon, IL 62269, (618)632-5400

www.dennys.com

Cajun Comfort Food/Fresh www.gulfshoresrestaura Seafood/Daily Specials/Weekly Live ntandgrill.com Music (see website for dates and times)

Wide variety of pancakes, American breakfast and diner fare.

www.ihop.com

1099 Belt Line Road, Suite D, Collinsville, IL 62234, Carryout/Catering/Daily www.facebook.com/Lotti (618) 223-8253 Specials/Gaming/Occasional Live Music es-Cafe

Mady's

623 Edwardsville Road, Troy, Illinois (618) 505-7188

Bar/Casino

Mady's Facebook Page

McDill's Irish Pub

334 Saint Louis Rd Collinsville, IL, 62234 (618) 344-9875

Daily Food Specials/Dine in or Carry Out/Pool Table/Gaming/UFC Fight Viewing

https://www.facebook.c om/McDills

Peel Wood Fired Pizza

1) 921 S. Arbor Vitae, Edwardsville, IL 62025 Order (618)659-856 Online/Carryout/Patio/Brewery/Seasona 2) 1104 S. Cherry St., O'Fallon, IL 62269, (618)726l Specials 2244

www.peelpizza.com

Video Gaming/Pool/Dart Leagues/Draft https://www.facebook.c and Craft Beer Selections/Daily om/TheCommandPost70 Specials/Children welcome with an 8/ adult. 18+

The Command Post Bar and Grill

104 N Main St, Troy, IL 62294(618) 667-9892

The Wooden Nickel Pub & Grill

171 S. Main St, Glen Carbon, IL (618) 288-2141

Patio/Carryout/Happy Hour/Daily Specials/Occasional Live Music

Time Out Sports Bar & Grill

111 W Market St, Troy, IL 62294 (618) 667-2221

Carryout/Daily Specials/Happy Hour/Gaming/Occasional Live Music

China King (Edwardsville)

1063 S State Rt. 157, Edwardsville, IL 62025, (618) 692-1888

Dine in/Carry Out/Order Online/Delivery

www.edwardsvillechinaki ng.com

China King (Troy)

535 Troy Ave #537, Troy, IL 62294, (618) 667-8886

Dine in/Carry Out

See Menu

https://www.facebook.c om/WoodenNickelGlenC arbon/ www.timeoutsportsbargr ill.com

Asian

Mexican Zapata's Mexican Restaurant

1) 8 Eastport Plaza Drive, Collinsville, IL, (618) 343-1337 2) 4660 N Illinois Street, Fairview Heights, IL, (618) 277-5474

Lunch Buffet/Carry Out/Catering/Daily www.zapatasmexican.co Specials/Party Room/Karaoke Every m Other Friday

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Local Events BazaArt, June 26th, 5-9pm, 212 E. 1st St, O’Fallon, IL. We are excited to bring BazaArt, a new art festival, to the O’Fallon Downtown District! Hosted by the O’Fallon Parks & Recreation. This evening will be filled with fantastic and funky art vendors, a chalk art walk and contest hosted by Art Gecko Creative Studio, food and drink throughout the downtown, live music and lots of fun! Artists, apply at https://ofallon.seamlessdocs.com/f/BazaArtApplication.

Alton Fireworks Spectacular, July 3rd, 9:30-11pm at Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater, 1 Riverfront Dr, Alton, IL. On July 3, 2021, sparks will fly as the fireworks begin at approximately 9:30 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment on the Liberty Bank Amphitheater stage before the real show begins in the Alton night sky. For more information, call (618) 4656676.

Maryville Firefighters Homecoming 2021, July 9th-10th, 5-11:55pm at Fireman’s Park, 300 N. Donk Ave, Maryville, IL. Acoustic duo Lanny & Julie and the Blue Marlin Band will perform both nights. There will be rides, games and food. A children’s parade brought to you by the Maryville Women’s Auxiliary will be Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 6 p.m.

Advance tickets are available at all Maryville banks and Maryville City Hall for $18 per sheet of 20. All proceeds go toward the Maryville Fire Department. To enter a float, call Alice Lienemann Drobisch: (618)541-9049.

St. Jacob Homecoming Parade, July 16th @7pm and July 17th @ 6:30pm at St. Jacob Township Park, 239 W. Main St, St. Jacob, IL. Our parade theme this year is MUSIC! Come rock with us on Friday night!

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Local Events Code 3 Spices Smokin on Main, July 24th-25th, Uptown Collinsville, IL. It's Official! The City of Collinsville is shutting down Main St. for our 4th year! Code 3 Spices - www.code3spices.com is hosting its 4th annual Smokin' on Main BBQ Competition and Festival! Join the top professional teams and backyard teams from all around the country.

There will be amazing BBQ and drink vendors from near and far, and great entertainment from local groups! Please visit www.smokinonmain.com for ALL event info. This year's entertainment will consist of acoustic duo Lanny and Julie, The Blue Marlin Band and Shotgun Creek, Kids entertainment to be announced at a later date. ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE COLLINSVILLE FOOD PANTRY & THE U.S. VETERANS FOUNDATION. Learn more about our products and mission in giving back to those who serve at www.code3spices.com.

Mascoutah Homecoming Und Augustfest 2021, Aug. 6th-8th at Scheve Park, 890 N 10th St, Mascoutah, IL. Join us for parades, great food, bands and seeing your neighbors. Follow facebook.com/MascoutahHomecoming.

O’Fallon City Fest, Aug. 20th & 21st, O’Fallon Community Park, 401 2. 5th St, O’Fallon, IL. Save the date and be sure to follow their Facebook page for updates: www.facebook.com/Ofallonilcityfest/.

Alton Food Truck Festival, August 28, 4-8pm at the Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater, 1 Riverfront Dr, Alton, IL. This festival, sponsored by Sauce Magazine, features food trucks from around the region offering global street food cuisine. In addition, the Amphitheater's concession team offers beverages of all types to compliment the food truck offerings. Live music performed by The Breakdown Shakedown will be showcased on the Amphitheater's stage. The Alton Food Truck Festival is FREE to the general public.

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Whether you want to live like the locals or you’re planning a staycation, there’s no shortage of things to do this summer in the Metro East!

Miss Part 1? Read it at metroeastmessenger.com/editions 51. Watch the sunset behind the St. Louis Arch at the Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park. www.theparkwithaview.com 52. Attend the June 19th Skyview Craft Fair at the Skyview DriveIn Movie Theater. www.facebook.com/SkyviewCraftFair 53. Go kayaking on Ellis Bay. riverlands.audubon.org/events/kayaking-ellis-bay 54. Everyone has their favorite Mexican restaurant. Be adventurous and try a new one! Here’s one that we love: http://www.tiendaelranchito.com/.

64. Peruse through a new clothing boutique. One we love is Loverly in Edwardsville. www.loverlyboutique.com 65. Take horse riding lessons at Happy Hooves Equine Rescue. happyhoovesequine.org 66. Attend the Maryville Firefighters Homecoming on July 9th and 10th.

67. Complete a paint project with Courage and Grace DIY Art Studio. courageandgracedesigns.com 68. Pamper your pet at Benny’s Bed & Biscuits! www.bennysbnb.com

55. Check out a local garden center, such as Creekside Gardens, and get ideas for a new vegetable or flower garden. www.creeksidegardensinc.com

69. Go to a movie in the park on July 24th at Drost Park in Maryville. They’ll be showing the movie classic “Rudy”.

56. Go on a hunt for the best burger. Here’s a tip: try out L.C.’s Pub Angus Burger! facebook.com/LCs-Pub

70. Attend the Alton Food Truck Festival, August 28, 4-8pm at the Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater. www.enjoyillinois.com/explore/listing/alton-food-truckfestival

57. Catch a Gateway Grizzlies baseball game. www.gatewaygrizzlies.com

71. Attend RUMMAGEPALOOZA, June 12th, 825 W. Main St, Belleville. bit.ly/3fD0YyW

58. Step up your grilling game this summer and talk to the pros at Code 3 Spices, 302 E. Main St, Collinsville. code3bbqsupply.com 59. Go roller skating at Skateway, 3967 Lake Drive, Pontoon Beach. stlskateway.com

60. Take a sunset cruise on the Mississippi River. graftonharbor.com/hakuna-matata-boat-tour 61. Feel the need for speed? Check out the gas-powered outdoor karts at Gateway Kartplex. gatewaykartplex.com 62. Visit the Madison County Fair July 27th-August 1. www.madcofair.com 63. Attend Dino Stroll at the Gateway Convention Center July 17th, 18th. Get your tickets at www.gatewaycenter.com/event/dino-stroll

72. Attend Smokin’ On Main, July 24th-25th, Uptown Collinsville, IL. Visit code3spices.com/smokinonmain/ for all the event info.

73. Grab some friends and try axe throwing. theaxecoedw.com 74. Attend the Annual Party at The Beach Festival on Aug. 6th and 7th at Randall D. Dalton Veteran’s Park in Pontoon Beach, 6:30-9:30pm.

75. Have a relaxing day with the kids at the Leon Corlew Park & Splash Pad. https://www.cityofedwardsville.com/parks 76. Watch the races at the World Wide Technology Raceway. www.wwtraceway.com 77. Try out the new Pickleball Courts at Drost Park (Maryville) or Plummer Park (Edwardsville).

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78. Visit the tallest water fountain in the U.S. www.theparkwithaview.com

88. Beat the heat and hit the lanes at Camelot Bowl. camelotbowl.net

79. Watch the horse races at Fairmount Park Race Track. fairmountpark.com

89. Learn a new art skill at www.jacobyartscenter.org

80. Take in some art at the Edwardsville Art Center. www.edwardsvilleartscenter.com 81. On Aug. 6th, bring the whole family out for the Kid’s Concert In the Park,7pm at Fireman’s Park in Maryville.

82. Plan a trip to the Benjamin Stephenson House and take a step back in time. stephensonhouse.org 83. Love laser tag and arcade games? Visit The Edge, www.edge618.com or Edison’s, edisonsfun.com.

84. Rainy day? Go see a movie. EDW: amctheatres.com or OFL: marcustheatres.com

90. Watch a live performance at altonlittletheater.org 91. Watch the Balloon Glow in Staunton on Aug. 21st.

92. Drive some laps in a real NASCAR! racewithrusty.com 94. Try out some of local tennis courts. We recommend the courts at Glidden Park, 1500 Lebanon Rd, Collinsville.

95. Try out a new spot for lunch. Lottie’s Café has great daily specials. facebook.com/Lotties-Cafe 96. Attend the Happy Trails Music & Arts Festival. bit.ly/3f6lXLA. 97. Go to a drive in movie. skyview-drive-in.com

85. Attend the O’Fallon City Fest, Aug. 20th & 21st, O’Fallon Community Park. bit.ly/2RxsSV2

98. Visit a new coffee shop! We recommend planshoplive.com. They also have great healthy food!

86. Got energy to burn? Visit Sky Zone Trampoline Park In Fairview Heights. www.skyzone.com/fairviewheights

99. Visit a local brewery such as Old Herald Brewery, Old Bakery Beer or Millpond Brewing and Incubator.

87. Attend the Sea Lion Show at Raging Rivers Water Park, June 19-27. www.ragingrivers.com

100. Attend the Alton Jazz & Wine Festival on Sept. 4th at the Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater.

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Check out these local farmer’s markets for fresh produce, meats, baked goods, arts and crafts and live music!

Alton Farmers' & Artisans' Market Every Sat (8am-Noon) from May 8th - Oct 16th, held in the parking lot at the corner of Landmarks & Henry St. downtownalton.com/events/alton-farmers-artisans-market

Bethalto Market In The Park Every Sunday May 9th thru Oct. 10th, 9am-2pm. Located at Central Park, 213 N. Prairie St, Bethalto. www.bethaltomarketinthepark.org The Land of Goshen Community Market (Edwardsville) Located at St. Louis St. in Edwardsville each Saturday from May 13 to October 20 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, rain or shine. www.goshenmarket.org Maryville Farmer’s Market Open on Thursday’s from 5- 7pm @Fireman’s Park, 300 N. Donk St, Maryville. www.facebook.com/MaryvilleILFarmersMarket Vine Street Drive Thru Market Located in the O’Fallon Downtown District, held on Saturdays 8am- Noon, May through October at the O'Fallon Station, 212 E. 1st St, O’Fallon. ofallonstation.com/vine-street-market Belleville’s Old Town Farmer’s Market Open on Saturdays, May 1 – Nov. 6, 7:30 am – noon. South Charles and E. Main St, Belleville. www.bellevillemainstreet.net/old-town-market

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Boneless Pork Loin Roast 804 S. Main St. Troy, IL (618) 667-6268

302 E. Main St, Collinsville, IL (618) 855-8855

$2.69/LB Must present coupon.

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Strawberry Cream Cheese Tart Summer days can be long and boring, especially when the kids are out of school and there is nothing to do around the house as a family. However, this recipe for a Strawberry Cream Cheese Tart can give the kids something to look forward to as a dish the whole family can participate in creating. This recipe is perfect for little ones wanting to get creative and perfectly place fresh strawberries on top of a delicious tart.

Strawberry Cream Cheese Tart Servings: 8 Crust: 1 1/4 1/4 1/4 1/2 1 1/2

cups flour cup granulated sugar teaspoon salt cup cold butter, cut into small cubes large egg teaspoon vanilla extract uncooked rice

Filling: 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese 1/4 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons extra-fine sugar 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup strawberry fruit spread 3 teaspoons lemon juice (optional) 1 pound strawberries, halved whipped cream (optional) Heat oven to 375 F.

To make crust: In food processor, add flour, sugar and salt; pulse until combined. Add butter, egg and vanilla extract; pulse until combined and crumbly. Lightly flour surface then form dough into ball. Slightly flatten to form thick disc. Wrap dough in plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 hour. Flour surface then roll dough to 11-inch circle. Place dough in 9-inch tart pan with removeable bottom. With rolling pin, roll over top to trim excess dough around edges. Cover dough with plastic wrap and freeze until firm, about 30 minutes. Press aluminum foil against crust, covering edges to prevent burning. Fill and distribute uncooked rice evenly. Bake 20 minutes. Cool completely.

To make filling: In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, lemon zest and vanilla extract until blended and smooth. Spread cheese mixture evenly over crust. Refrigerate 1 hour. In small bowl, microwave fruit spread and lemon juice, if desired, stirring often. Arrange strawberry halves around tart. Drizzle heated fruit spread over strawberries. Top with whipped cream, if desired. Find more sweet summer recipes at Culinary.net. www.metroeastmessenger.com

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