Vermilion
GEOCACHING IN VERMILION
SENSORY ART
UNVEILING THE VERMILION HERITAGE MURAL HERITAGE MUSEUM, 5310-50 AVENUE
Geocachers get your GPS working and find the Vermilion treasure!
Come with your preschooler and watch as an occupational therapist engages children and learn about the importance of creative art in child development.
Friday • 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday • 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. TOWN HALL, 5021-49 AVENUE
ART ATTACK WITH FOCUS Friday • 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Come and get your creativity sparked! FOCUS BUILDING, 4921-51 AVENUE
SQUARE DANCING
Friday • 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Square dancers Dennis and Aubrey Berdine will be introducing square dancing to elementary kids. Come watch how it’s done! VERMILION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 4837-44 STREET
HOOP DANCER
Saturday • 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Saturday • 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
VERMILION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, KINDERGARTEN ROOM 4837-44 STREET
GIRL GUIDES
Saturday • 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
TAEKWONDO
The Guides are camping for the weekend and learn what Guides are all about.
Try some Taekwondo moves. Join the Raptor Club and get your black belt!
SCOUTS
VERMILION PROVINCIAL PARK, GROUP A CAMPSITE
Saturday • 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. VERMILION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 4837-44 STREET
Saturday • 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
SHOW AND SHINE
Join the Scouts for activities and fun. New members always welcome! VERMILION PROVINCIAL PARK, CN STATION
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Come out and see the car you drove as
a teenager!
HERITAGE MUSEUM, 5310-50 AVENUE
ARCHERY
Saturday • 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Work with Vermilion River Archers to learn how to use various sizes of bows!
Friday • 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
BLACK OUT POETRY
Dallas Arcand Jr. is a talented aboriginal hoop dancer. He danced with his dad at the London Olympics and many other venues. Come out and see this great performance!
Try your hand at poetry! You may be a talented poet and not know it yet!
Saturday • 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
VERMILION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 4837-44 STREET
VERMILION PUBLIC LIBRARY, 5001-49 AVENUE
VIDEOTAPING TALES FROM OUR PAST
HERITAGE MUSEUM ACTIVITIES
Fabulous evening of Ukrainian, Highland and other dance, theatre, speech arts performances, violin and piano solos and a senior choir.
Five seniors in their 90’s will be interviewed and videotaped so that we can have a legacy of Vermilion’s Culture Days 2014 in our schools, library, and museum.
Ed Storch of knife making fame will be plying his craft, Gwen Kibblewhite will be rug hooking, and Natalie Clennett will be spinning wool.
HERITAGE MUSEUM, 531-50 AVENUE
HERITAGE MUSEUM, 5310-50 AVENUE
ALBERTA BEEF BBQ
TRY YOUR HAND AT HAM RADIO
Country music with a DJ, face painting with VIBE, knife sharpening with Ed Storch, and of course wonderful Alberta beef burgers!
A ham radio enthusiasts will be on hand to help you with this fun activity!
Friday • 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Friday • 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. FIRE HALL PARKING LOT, 5021-49 AVENUE
STREET DANCE WITH LAURENCE BOYS Friday • 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Put on your dancing shoes or boots and shindig your way down to the town hall street to enjoy the fun of the evening and bust a few moves! TOWN HALL, 5021-49 AVENUE
WATERCOLORS WITH BONNIE LUOPA Saturday • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Interested in developing your skills painting with watercolors? Join us! J R ROBSON ART ROOM, 5102-42 STREET
FUN WITH CLAY
Saturday • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Hey kids, moms and dads, come see where the Pottery Guild hangs out. See what you can create. AIRPORT BUILDING, 4120-52 AVENUE
Saturday • 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday • 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday • 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday • 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ARMORY, 5301A-50 AVENUE
BEEF ON A BUN
Saturday • 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Alberta beef on a bun, coffee, cake, you won’t find a better lunch anywhere! Come to the Museum area and enjoy the food and fun. HERITAGE MUSEUM, 5310-50 AVENUE
LIVE BAND-DETOUR
Saturday • 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
ARMORY, 5301A-50 AVENUE
SHOWCASE OF THE ARTS LAKELAND COLLEGE ALUMNI THEATRE, 5707 COLLEGE DRIVE
CBC FILM “CHANGE OF HEART” Saturday • 9:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Thirty years ago, a movie was filmed in Vermilion by CBC Director Ann Wheeler. See what Vermilion looked like back then, and even see some familiar faces on the screen! LAKELAND COLLEGE ALUMNI THEATRE, 5707 COLLEGE DRIVE
CELEBRATION PARADE Sunday • 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Join young people from several schools and clubs. March around the parade route to celebrate this great province and all that we have! TOWN HALL, 5021-49 AVENUE
MULTICULTURAL POTLUCK Sunday • 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Bring your favorite ethnic dish and join in the fun of food and fellowship. Enjoy multicultural presentations from CLASS participants.
HERITAGE MUSEUM, 5310-50 AVENUE
ELKS HALL, 4926-49 AVENUE
FIRE BUILDING AND CAMPING ETIQUETTE
CONCERT PIANIST SERIES
Saturday • 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Sunday • 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Be ready to learn camping etiquette fire building skills.
Come and listen to the amazing piano sounds on the Jean Wright grand piano, the first of the concert pianist series.
VERMILION PROVINCIAL PARK
KNACK FOR QUILTING
FIRST UNITED CHURCH, 4918-52 AVENUE
Saturday • 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. LIBRARY, 5001-49 AVENUE
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Experience Alberta as you never have before! Now in its seventh year, Alberta Culture Days has not only become a celebration of our vibrant and diverse culture – but a creative showcase of our provincial pride. At its heart, Alberta Culture Days is a volunteer-driven, grassroots movement led by partners in the culture sector. For three action-packed days, communities, governments, businesses, nonprofit organizations and individuals all across our province come together to showcase our province’s unique inter-connection of peoples, languages, history and art. From theatrical performances and historical experiences, to culinary workshops and interactive activities - Alberta Culture Days has something for everyone. From September 26 - 28 Albertans are encouraged to discover the cultural gems in their communities, experience something new, and celebrate everything that is beautiful and great about this province. Check out some of the exciting events listed in this guide, or go to www.AlbertaCultureDays.ca to discover thousands of other events occurring throughout the province!
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ALBERTA CULTURE DAYS DISPLAY
Barrhead Friday • 7:00 - 10:00 p.m
T.A.L.E.S. STORYTELLING
Arts display featuring works by Lodge residents. HILLCREST LODGE, 4321-52 AVENUE
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Saturday • 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
A TASTE OF BARRHEAD
The Alberta League Encouraging Storytelling celebrates the art of storytelling for a captivating hour.
Saturday • 10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Join us for a “feasitival” of cultural foods, musicians, dancers and exhibits. View the 3rd Annual Bench Show of arts and crafts. Kids art activities and a community Lego build. BARRHEAD LIBRARY, 5103-53 AVENUE
EDSON & DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY, 4726-8 AVENUE
FIRE RECEPTION
Saturday • 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
F ort Saskatchewan 3RD ANNUAL CULTURAL EXPLOSION BLOCK PARTY Saturday • 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Enjoy free BBQ hotdogs as we bring our community together to understand, enjoy and appreciate the cultures around us. LEGACY PARK, 9904-101 STREET
Friday • 7:00 - 10:00 p.m Saturday • 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Dixonville
A fantastic line-up including local artists, author tours at Dixonville Community Library, museum displays and Harvest Supper with live entertainment on Saturday evening.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY DROP-IN ACTIVITIES Visual art activity hosted by the Creative Arts Society. Pottery activity hosted by the Craft Centre. Mask-making activity hosted by Pandora Players at Horizon Music.
THE GREAT YEARBOOK ROUNDUP CHALLENGE
ROTARY SUNDAYS IN THE PARK: CULTURE DAYS WRAP-UP CONCERT
Sunday • 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
The first Dixonville School Yearbook was published in 1957. Do you or someone you know have Dixonville yearbooks and/or class photos? Round them up and bring them to the Hall.
Music, face painting, hot dogs, popcorn and bus service all for FREE!
DIXONVILLE COMMUNITY HALL, OFF HWY. 35 ON HWY. 689
CENTENNIAL PARK, YELLOWHEAD HIGHWAY
KIDS EVENTS
Saturday • 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Friday • 10:30 & 11:15 a.m.
SKY STORY ROOM, GRAND PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Friday • 11:15 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Enjoy coffee and goodies, take in some great art and enjoy impressive performances by local musicians and dancers. PROVINCIAL BUILDING, MAIN FOYER, 10260 - 99 STREET
F ort McMurray
SUNCOR ENERGY CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 230 POWDER DRIVE
2-PLAY PRESENTATION Friday • 7:00 - 11:00 p.m.
A 2-Play presentation at the recital centre. KEYANO THEATRE AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE 8115 FRANKLIN AVENUE
OIL SANDS DISCOVERY CENTRE Friday • 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday • 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday • 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
A provincial museum about the history, technology and geology of the oil sands. OIL SANDS DISCOVERY CENTRE, 515 MACKENZIE BLVD.
A PICTURE’S WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS Saturday • 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
A photography workshop. Bring a camera, memory card and charged battery. Register at Suncor.fmcschools.ca/ AB-Culture-Days. HOLY TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL, 230 POWDER DRIVE
WOOD BUFFALO MOSAIC PROJECT Saturday • 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. Sunday • 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Photographer Tim Van Horn will be taking photos of community members in Fort McMurray, Anzac and Fort Chipewyan. SUNCOR ENERGY CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ART 230 POWDER DRIVE
COMMUNITY VISUAL ART EXHIBIT AND RECEPTION
IGNIGHT - ART ILLUMINATED Saturday • 4:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Wood Buffalo’s first large scale temporary public art exhibition. igNIGHT installations can be found at four locations including: Borealis Park, MacDonald Island Park, Jubilee Plaza and Poplar Crescent Park. DOWNTOWN FORT MCMURRAY
THE WORLD MEETS IN WOOD BUFFALO
Saturday • 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday • 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Sunday • 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Join us for an art exhibition and reception in honor of the exceptional works of art by community members.
Dance showcase offering 18 different cultural performances on one stage and something for art enthusiasts.
HOLY TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL, 230 POWDER DRIVE
FORT MAC HANDCRAFTED MARKET Saturday • 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Sunday • 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Shop for handmade items and accessories at the market which also doubles as a gallery where the public can explore what the vendors are crafting and creating. SUNCOR ENERGY CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 230 POWDER DRIVE
NORTHWORD POETRY CONTEST Saturday • 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Northword Magazine is proud to announce the launch of its 11th issue, Surprise Meets Superstition, featuring writing prompts and prizes for the best poetry readings. KEYANO THEATRE ART GALLERY, 8115 FRANKLIN AVENUE
SUNCOR ENERGY CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 230 POWDER DRIVE
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MUSICAL PERFORMANCES Saturday • 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Featuring Cruel Mistress, Zac Kay, Mel and Marjie Hyland, as well as performances by Driftpile dancers and drummers. Winning Art Show entries will be on display.
LAST CHANCE LEDUC Friday • 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Katherine Koller will be presenting a staged reading of the winning entry, which is set during the biggest historical event in Alberta, the 1947 Leduc oil strike. A fun evening for lovers of literature and theatre. ROTARY ROOM, GRAND PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
REEL SHORTS – TIME WARP Friday • 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
A unique package of films featuring time traveling misadventures, mindtwisting and hilarious scenarios, dystopian futures, and a western with a bizarre twist. Rated 14+ COLLINS RECITAL HALL, GRANDE PRAIRIE REGIONAL COLLEGE
SHAKEN NOT STIRRED WRITING WORKSHOP Saturday • 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Designed for creative writers in all forms, explores dialogue across genres. Bring a piece of writing, that you would like to open up with dialogue. Free but you must register. Call 780-357-7464 or online at www.gppl.ab.ca ROTARY ROOM, GRAND PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Saturday • 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. ART GALLERY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE, 9839-103 AVENUE
Saturday • 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Artist Tanya Harnett will speak about her work and exhibition, The Lebret Residential Petroglyphs, currently on display. There will be a screening of the movie “We Were Children” with discussion of the movie.
Saturday • 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Krista McLauchlan and her other music colleagues and some of their music students will be featured in this awesome Library Music program. Coffee and cookies too in the lounge!
Barefoot Caravan, based out of BC is hosting a FREE drum workshop. Bringing in over 40 drums. Pre-registration recommended. THE SHOWCASE CENTRE, 10112-102 AVENUE
Displays by the Redwater Library, Redwater Museum, Redwater Art Society and Redwater Quilter’s Guild. Artisans and crafters will display and sell their items, author readings and music. PEMBINA PLACE CULTURAL CENTRE, 4944-53 STREET
THE GUILD, 821 SWITZER DRIVE
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ST. PAUL HERITAGE FESTIVAL
5TH ANNUAL WEARABLE ART SHOW
An evening of painting with the Hinton Art Club. Registrations are open for all artists and non-artists.
A variety of exciting cultural music, art exhibits, dance, food, displays and games!
Saturday • 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
THE GUILD - FIREBAYS, 821 SWITZER DRIVE
High energy event shines a spotlight on contemporary art in Grande Prairie. Featuring a catwalk show of wearable art pieces created by local artists.
SHORT FILM NIGHT - PRAIRIE TALES Friday • 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
5TH ANNUAL “FIVE ALARM PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION AND EXHIBITION” RECEPTION
Hosted by Break-A-Leg Theatre, enjoy short films from filmmakers from across Alberta.
MAGGIE POROZNI, FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS GRAND OPENING Saturday • 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Join us at the home to the St. Paul and District Arts Foundation.
THE HINTON CENTRE, 965 SWITZER DRIVE
FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS BUILDING, 4822-50TH AVENUE
PAPER QUILT CRAFTS
Sunday • 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
A friendly competition between local photographers Charlie Healey, Chris Bayrak, Jodi Tarzwell, Jen Giesbrecht and Maj Jose. CENTRE FOR CREATIVE ARTS, THIRD FLOOR
PRAIRIE TALES 16 – ALBERTA SHORT FILMS
Saturday • 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. THE HINTON CENTRE, 965 SWITZER DRIVE
PETER PUFFIN’S WHALE TALES
These short films celebrate the diversity of work created by media artist in our province.
Juno award winning children’s entertainer.
ROTARY ROOM, GRAND PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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All ages can join staff from Hinton Library to make a paper community quilt from recycling.
Sunday • 2:00 p.m.
Saturday • 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
CULTURAL FUN-A-THON!
Friday • 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Children’s games from around the world in the afternoon and come to the Talent Show at night. View the photography competition and enjoy free soup and bannock!
HINTON CENTRE, 965 SWITZER DRIVE
SLAVE NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE, 416-6TH AVENUE
“HIP FLICK HOOPS” SPIN JAM
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ALBERTA CULTURE DAYS
REEL SHORTS SNEAK PREVIEW Sunday • 7:00 - 9:45 p.m.
Includes the Time Warp package of short films, the world premiere of Grande Prairie film “My Odd Disorder “ written and directed by Devon Burbank & more. GRANDE PRAIRIE LIVE THEATRE
Friday • 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Saturday • 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
ST. PAUL RECREATION CENTRE, 4802-53 STREET, BEHIND THE UFO LANDING PAD
CENTRE FOR CREATIVE ARTS, THIRD FLOOR
MUSKOSEEPI PARK AMPHITHEATRE, 102 AVE AND 102 ST
SUNCOR ENERGY CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 230 POWDER DRIVE
Saturday • 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Friday • 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
One hour workshops, registration required at GPPL.
Saturday • 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Sunday • 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
WALL OF CELEBRATION - MAYOR’S EVENING FOR THE ARTS RECOGNITION
PAINT & SIP
KEYANO RECITAL THEATRE, 8115 FRANKLIN AVENUE
Admission is FREE to this film during Alberta Culture Days.
Redwater
GRAND PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY 9839 - 103 AVENUE
A concert of Broadway show tunes you don’t want to miss!
DJEMBE DRUM WORKSHOP
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CULTURE DAYS CELEBRATION
THE GUILD (FRONT ENTRANCE), 821 SWITZER DRIVE
The Mayor will be unveiling the recognition plaque acknowledging the recipients of the 2014 Mayor’s Evening for the Arts awards.
An afternoon of fun filled spinning and dancing with both adult and child hula hoops. Hoops provided or bring your own.
Sunday • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
ART GARDEN REVEAL
Friday • 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
MUSIC IN THE LIBRARY
Saturday • 10:00 and 11:00 a.m
FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM
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Unveiling of the Art Garden beautification project.
Sunday • 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
SKY STORY ROOM, GRAND PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Friday • 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
TANYA HARNETT - ARTIST TALK
WRITING WITH MARTY CHAN
Saturday • 8:00 - 9:30 p.m.
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HIGH PRAIRIE & DISTRICT MUSEUM, 5301-49 STREET
ART GALLERY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE, 9839-103 AVENUE
COFFEE KICKOFF
DIXONVILLE COMMUNITY HALL, OFF HWY. 35 ON HWY. 689
Opening acts will be Makayla Cooper and Tyrel Shott with a Red River Jig Exhibition, followed by Carly Boostrom. Then it’s the talented Nicely Put Together Band from Fort Mckay.
HIGH PRAIRIE & DISTRICT MUSEUM, 5301-49 STREET
This event is for artists and art appreciators of all ages. Featuring art activities in the Green Space, including a community art project.
MARTY CHAN - AUTHOR TALK
Robyn Lambert will be teaching a clay sculpting class, an opportunity for young people to work with their hands, be creative, and learn something new!
Enjoy an afternoon of family-friendly movies exploring French and Indian cultures.
Art of the Peace Visual Art Association will be launching their fall 2014 magazine. Meet featured artists, view works on display and pick up the latest edition of Art of the Peace. PROVINCIAL BUILDING, MAIN FOYER
YOUTH CLAY SCULPTING CLASS
Saturday • 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
COLLAGE PARTY
Friday • 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
H igh Prairie
Saturday • 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
MULTICULTURAL FILM FESTIVAL
ART OF THE PEACE MAGAZINE LAUNCH
Author Talk with Marty Chan
Temporary tattoos, some great wall murals to paint and color, children’s books, contests, and a variety of other activities, including horse drawn wagon rides!
Friday • 6:30 - 10:00 p.m.
FORT SASKATCHEWAN MUSEUM, 10006-100 AVENUE
Grande Prairie
Saturday • 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
EDSON & DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY, 4726-8 AVENUE
NICELY PUT TOGETHER
Discover the rich history as you experience a free tour of the North West Mountain Police Fort with interpreters on site.
RED BRICK ARTS CENTRE, 4818-7 AVENUE
DIXONVILLE COMMUNITY HALL, OFF HWY. 35 ON HWY. 689
Saturday • 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday • 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
LIBRARY PROGRAM ROOM, 10011-102 STREET
Join us for an afternoon of fire-themed art and refreshments.
HARVEST FESTIVAL
EXPLORE FORT HERITAGE PRECINCT
Saturday • 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sunday • 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. A celebration of the rich tapestry of artistic and creative expression in the community. From visual arts to handcrafts, music and more!
CULTURE COMES ALIVE! Saturday • 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Entertaining multicultural show and free finger foods from around the world! MULTI REC CENTRE, 305-6 AVENUE
Vegreville
LAKELAND AGRICOM, EAST ALONG HWY 881 BY-PASS BOLD CENTRE, 8702-91 AVENUE PORTAGE COLLEGE, 9531-94 AVENUE
ALBERTA CULTURE DAYS Saturday • 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Celebrate, experience and discover the various art forms that make up the culture that is Vegreville. Visual arts, drama, music, dance, and literature will be showcased. Look for participating food venues throughout town. VEGREVILLE CENTENNIAL LIBRARY COMPLEX, 4709-50 STREET
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