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LINK-Mag Entertainment by Ann Montini Will Ciaran McCarthy return to Coronation Street?

I would love to if it were possible, but it’s down to the writers and what they can create for him. It was wonderful to be part of the show, and I never would say never to going back.

You also appeared as a regular in Mrs Brown’s Boys – that must have been a riot.

I was in the movie too Ann don’t forget that, but yes what a comedy genius that man is, and its loved all over the world. It's funny too, and I mean funny never goes out of style now does it really.

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One more time Boyzone finally say “Thank you and Goodnight” with new album and tour – Keith Duffy tells Ann all about the “final” goodbye New album 'Thank you and Good Night' is it goodbye though?

It is really, I mean we all decided it and felt the time was right, but we plan to go out with a bang and we have recorded some new tracks too, so I think the fans will be very happy.

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Totally, but of course when I started out I was young and single, so things do change, and we never thought we would be going this long, but it’s the fans that put us here without a doubt.

I hear Strictly Come Dancing would love you on the show Well I love the show, and as yet I have received no call, but it’s the one big show we all sit down to watch and, you know Ann, I do have some nifty moves on the dancefloor.

What is your favourite Boyzone track you love performing?

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Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is a cat-specific virus similar to the HIV virus. FIV is spread via cat bites, most commonly seen in unneutered cats, which sadly has no cure.

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The £300m Blackpool Central development will bring world-class visitor attractions to a landmark site on the famous Golden Mile along with new hotels, restaurants, food market, event square, residential apartments and multi-storey parking.

The masterplan for the long-awaited redevelopment is inspired by 'Chariots Of The Gods', a global publishing phenomenon, written by Swiss author Erich Von Däniken, that explores alien encounters and unsolved mysteries of ancient civilisations. Chariots Of The Gods will be the main theme for Blackpool Central including the anchor attraction - the UK’s first 'flying theatre', a fully-immersive thrill ride that will create the incredible sensation of human flight.

It is estimated that the development will attract 600,000 additional visitors a year with a combined annual spend of £75m. It will also create around 1,000 new jobs. Leader of Blackpool Council, Cllr Simon Blackburn, described the Blackpool Central project as a potential 'game changer', creating a unique, firstclass leisure destination in the heart of the resort.

The Blackpool Central project name relates back to the days when the site housed the resort’s main railway station. At its peak, Blackpool Central Station was the busiest in the world. The 17-acre development site, which currently includes one of Blackpool’s biggest surface car parks alongside the magistrates’

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The project is a collaboration between UK-based development company, Nikal Ltd, and Media Invest Entertainment, which owns the intellectual property rights to 'Chariots Of The Gods'. Blackpool Council is working closely with both parties to help unlock the development opportunity which is currently envisaged to be delivered in several phases over an eight to nineyear period, with work starting as early as 2020.

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influences on the great ancient civilisations. A fullyimmersive educational and entertaining experience created with leading-edge technology.

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This first phase, due to open in Spring 2024, will be complemented by the development of an Artisan Food Hall accommodating up to 30 outlets and an event square incorporating a stage and video wall which will be used to host themed markets, open-air concerts and events. A new 150-bedroom promenade hotel is also planned.

Phase Two will include apartments, further food and drink outlets, a second hotel comprising 250 bedrooms, with additional landscaped public open space. Future phases to the southern end of the site will include further leisure attractions, residential apartments and a music venue and nightclub.

Cllr Blackburn said'I am delighted to be able to announce this hugely significant milestone in the redevelopment of the Central Station site. This really is a once-in-a-generation opportunity that has the potential to alter the face of our town. Over more than fifty years, many ideas for this site have come and gone. The difference this time is that we have worked very hard with our fantastic partners at Nikal and MIE for almost two years to create a scheme that is not just aspirational, but highly deliverable. These new attractions are of ground-breaking international quality and their cutting edge technology will take Blackpool’s tourism offer to another level.'

He added 'We already have, to my mind, the best amusement park in the UK, in the form of Blackpool Pleasure Beach. These new attractions will allow thrill-seekers to enjoy their visit even more, they will attract new visitors, and encourage existing visitors to stay longer. They will create jobs, regenerate a part of the town that is in need of love and attention, and boost trade. This new development, alongside the other investments taking place in the town, represent a game-changer for our visitor economy.

We have long stated that a key objective is to create a year-round destination that delivers year-round employment. Blackpool Central will play a major part in that ambition.'

Nick Payne, Managing Director of Nikal, said 'Blackpool Central is a hugely important project for the town as well as the region and it is an honour 18

to be on board. Place-making and regeneration are the DNA of our business and we thrive on creating dynamic new spaces that inspire, excite and engage.

It’s taken almost two years and a lot of hard work to get to this point. We know that the masterplan fully maximises the site’s potential and will deliver a unique and ground-breaking, entertainment destination with global appeal that will revitalise and underpin Blackpool’s growth and regeneration.'

Norbert Reichart, CEO of Media Invest Entertainment, said 'The unique theme of "Chariots Of The Gods" will merge entertainment, culture, and history – an enthralling ‘Edutainment’ experience for the whole family – that can be enjoyed all year round.

Together with some of the best companies in the industry, we have developed a one-of-a-kind, exciting indoor entertainment concept with truly world-class attractions which will integrate perfectly into Blackpool's pre-existing leisure cluster. This well-balanced mix of top attractions for all ages will significantly enhance Blackpool’s reputation as one of the UK’s top entertainment destinations.'

Kate Shane, Head of Blackpool Cluster for Merlin Entertainments, said 'We welcome any scale investment that drives further visitation to Blackpool and helps generate greater economic activity for the resort. It’s good too that we have a clear, wellsupported plan for this area. The vision is an exciting prospect and we look forward to working with Nikal and Media Invest Entertainment to incorporate our Madame Tussauds and SEA LIFE Centre in the new development.'

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Organisers HN Taylor promise the event will be bigger and better than before with lots of new features.

There will be a new route and distance for 2019, with the 10K now taking in the North Promenade past Gynn Square. Along with the new 10K route there will also be a 5K which will be open to people of ages 11 and above on the day of the event.

All participants will start and finish on the Comedy Carpet where the Festival Headland will host the famous Finishers Festival. Tickets are on sale for both the 5K and 10K event, with early bird tickets priced at £16 and £20 respectively. All tickets purchased include Finishers Festival entry as standard.

Over 1000 people were involved in the first event in 2018, with local acts and artists performing all along the promenade. One of the highlights of the event was the finishers festival where tired runners, joggers, walkers and dancers were treated to performances from top acts

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his January sees the release of 'Sevenfour' the debut single by atmospheric Blackpool band Oceans Over Alderaan Oceans Over Alderaan play unique atmospheric and etheral indie/rock music, with a huge influx of shoegaze, post-rock and gloom-pop - giving them a sound as much in debt to The Cocteau Twins and The Cure as it is to Mogwai and The Joy Formidable.

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finalised in February with new singer Alice Deacon and the band began to make plans for recording, they headed to Edge Recording Studios in Manchester with Tom Peters of Alpha Male Tea Party to record a couple of songs for release, the first song 'Sevenfour' was released on local label 'The Recording Industry Is Dead, Records' on 11th January 2019 with the second song 'Falters' due to be released around spring.

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GROUP Facing challenges with shared MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE experiences. Supporting recovery, ASSOCIATION building friendships, gaining Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde Branch confidence and independence. It is meet every 2nd Wednesday every peer supported run by volunteers. month from 11.00am-1.00pm at Every Wednesday 1pm-3pm,476 Blackpool Centre for Independent Lytham Road, Blackpool, FY4 Living, 259 Whitegate Drive, 1JF. Contact Tom: 0771 738 0857. Blackpool. Contact Contact Linda Endicott 828584 or mndconnect BISPHAM WORKSHOP GROUP 08457 626262 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Kincraig Community Centre, H&N CANCER SUPPORT Kincraig Place, Blackpool FY2 MEETING 0NB. Anyone who feels that they At The Village Hotel, East Park may have a problem with alcohol Drive, Blackpool. Come along is welcome to attend any A.A. and meet like-minded people meeting. This is an ‘open’ meeting dealing with Head & Neck cancer, which means that partners, friends Everyone Welcome and we look and other interested people eg. forward to meeting Patients, Carer doctors, spiritual leaders and and family member on the night. social workers etc are all welcome 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7pm as well as the problem drinker. to 9pm. Contact Sharon - Mobile: Meetings on Wednesdays 7:30 to 07572493874. Email: Sharon@ 8:30pm. Contact Ron H: 07429 9 theswallows.org.uk 66404 or Peter V: 07817 547973 bisphamworkshop@gmail.com SUFFER CHRONIC PAIN? Want to meet up with like-minded MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE people? If so, contact Blackpool ASSOCIATION Smile on 07505 210402. We meet Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde Branch at every Tuesday at Cherry Tree meet every 2nd Wednesday every Community Centre, Cherry Tree month from 11.00am-1.00pm at Gardens, Off Cherry Tree Road, Blackpool Centre for Independent Blackpool. FY4 4PY. between Living, 259 Whitegate Drive, 09:30 & 12:30. We do gentle Blackpool. Contact Contact Linda exercise and have a brew/chat Endicott 828584 or mndconnect with friends. We always have a 08457 626262 laugh too. You can also find us on Facebook. We’re more than happy DIABETES UK to meet up with you for a brew/ Blackpool Area Group. Monthly chat before you come so that is meetings every 3rd Wednesday less daunting for your first time. We At 2.30 pm till 4.30 pm. Tesco Extra charge £3 p/w.

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Newton Drive, Blackpool FY3 8LZ Tel: 01253 955710 Email: bfwh.

Marjorie on 01253 868086 macmillaninfo@nhs.net If you care, unpaid, for a family member or friend, come and join THIS IS SILVERLINE. us for tea, coffee and biscuits.

Need help? The Silver Line is the Have a chat and meet new friends. only free confidential helpline Call 01253 393748 for details. providing information, friendship EASY GOING GUY and advice to older people, open With varied hobbies such as SENSITIVE BEREAVEMENT 24 hours a day, every day of the concerts,music and theatre is SUPPORT seeking an honest lady, age 30-50 year. Age limit over 55.

Have you lost a precious loved years for friendship and days and Call us ANYTIME on: one? We offer sensitive one to one evenings out.

0800 4 70 80 90 or small group support to enable Tel Patrick 07930272533 you to work through your loss. We MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE are part of the Gate Community ROYAL SIGNALS BLACKPOOL AND FYLDE PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT Church. For info, contact Julia on ASSOCIATION BLACKPOOL 07969087352 or 01253 760758.

Cricket Club, Stanley Park GROUP The Association is for any serving/ We meet on the second Weds PARKINSON’S UK LOCAL ex serving members of The Royal of every month at the Windmill ADVISER Corps Of Signals. Come along Unit, Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Sharon Holland, covering and join us, we have several at 2.30pm to discuss all issues Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre and events planned and you will be related with prostate cancer – Lancaster.

Offering information and made very welcome. Meet on the patients, spouses and carers are support to anyone with a diagnosis second Tuesday of the month at welcome! Wherever you are in of Parkinson’s and their families.

19:30. Contact The Secretary your cancer journey, you will be If you would like to get in touch to 07946222517 welcomed with open arms. discuss if I can help you, please Please call 01253 697876 or ring; 0344 225 3757, email LANCASHIRE BRANCH OF 01253 353060. sholland@parkinsons.org.uk or R.E.M.E ASSOCIATION visit the Parkinson’s UK website; The Guards Club (Opposite Belle NOOR A MADINA TRUST www.parkinsons.org.uk Vue Pub) Whitegate Dr 29 to 35 Ripon Road, Blackpool meet every 2nd Thursday of We collect medical aids and MACMILLAN CANCER the month. The branch is open medicine along with funds for INFORMATION & SUPPORT to all serving and ex members overseas medical aid.

SERVICE of R.E.M.E. Meeting start time We are a friendly team based at 19:00 for 19:30 hrs. All members NEW LOCAL ASPERGERS Victoria Hospital, Blackpool and our welcome. Also associate GROUP centre's aim is to give people ‘time membership will be available. ALL Are looking for new members. away’ from the cancer clinic. People welcome.

Meet like-minded adults for don't need an appointment to intelligent conversation (no small speak to or visit our centre and they THE ‘CRAFTY LADIES’ talk) & occasional activities such are welcome whether they have a St. Bernadette’s Church Hall, All as bowling at Thornton YMCA or cancer diagnosis, are worried about Hallows Road, Bispham. We now

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meet twice monthly 1pm to 3pm on the 1st & 2nd Wednesdays of the month. Brighten up the winter months, come and join us and bring your own craft project or learn something new - crochet, knitting, embroidery, card making, painting etc. If you’ve always wanted to paint but didn’t have the confidence to have a go, let us teach you. No drawing or painting skills are required as we give expert tuition. We also arrange outings to places of interest.

Contact: 01253 354278 or 01253 594585 BLACKPOOL SUGARCRAFT If you have an interest in cake decorating & Sugarcraft, then come along to our meetings. We have a different demonstrator every month showcasing lots of different skills. It is a great opportunity to make new friends who share a passion for cake decorating. Everyone is welcome from beginners to experienced Sugarcrafters. The club meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at The Stable, Bispham Parish Church, All Hallows Rd, Bispham, FY2 OAY. For more info call Cheryl 07735 605682 or find us on Facebook: Blackpool Sugarcraft Bsg STITCH AND CHAT CLUB Every Monday 12:30pm - 2:30pm & 2:30 - 4:15pm. We hold tuition classes a supply materials for the following; Card Making, Knitting, Crochet, Pin Pricking and General Crafts. Come along and learn a new skill or brush up on some old ones. We organise coach trips and occasional outside workshops.

Dunsop Court, Blackpool.

Tel: 01253 405138

Local Police at an informal Coffee Meeting. Advice, Support and reassurance on offer. All Welcome!

For details contact Andrew: andrew.noble@lancashire.pnn. police.uk

of £1.50 per week to help pay for room hire. For more information ring Chris on 01253 593556. Or just come along on Tuesday.

SUNSHINE CLUB - OVER 60’S Held in St Luke’s church Staining, every 2nd Thursday of the month for afternoon teas. We also run a day trip the last Thursday of every month. Everyone welcome.

For further details tel Mrs Finch on 01253 398555 or Mrs Ardley on 01253 397516

ST BERNADETTE’S PLAYERS AMATEUR DRAMATIC GROUP Amateur theatre group that meets at St. Bernadette’s Church Hall, All Hallows’ Road, Bispham every Thursday at 7.30pm and Sundays at 7pm. Info Bernard Melling on 07846 629766 or by email: bmelling@blueyonder.co.uk

FYLDE COAST SOCIALITES ‘FCS’ Social events across the Fylde for people who enjoy life. Check out our events at www.meetup.com/ FCSocialites

BISPHAM TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD Cavendish Road U R Church Hall Bispham. We are a group of forward looking women who meet together monthly. The annual programme includes speakers, demonstrations and social activities. Townswomen offer each other support and develop new skills and interests.

Our choir meet on Tuesdays at 2pm. Arts and crafts group meet every Wednesday afternoon at 2pm. Also regular Drama Group meetings. New members will be assured of a warm welcome.

Contact Pauline 466768

RENDEZVOUS COFFEE MORNING FOR OVER 55’S STAINING WI At 10.30 am on the first Tuesday of Meetings on a variety of subjects each month in the church lounge are held every third Wednesday at Christ Church with All Saints, in the month from 7:30pm in St Palatine Road, Blackpool FY1 Luke’s church next to Staining 4BT. All welcome. Coffee, cakes, school. Further details from Jean speakers, quizzes, games and Armstrong on 886325 or just turn gentle exercise. £1.50. up on the night.

Contact Ruth 01253 390272.

SASSY SEWERS are a group of ladies who meet every Tuesday afternoon at St.Pauls Centre on Egerton Road from 1.00pm to 3.30pm to sew, chat and socialise. We also do soft furnishings, dress making, Quilting, knitting and cross-stitch.

FYLDE COMMUNITY LGBT We are a friendly sharing group of FRIENDS ladies getting together to share a Meets every first Monday of every common interest. We also enjoy second Month across the Fylde! going out for the occasional lunch Come along and meet your Police together. New members are always Volunteer Andrew Noble and YOUR welcome. There is a small charge

FYLDE BIRD CLUB Fylde Bird Club. We are a small friendly bird watching club; we meet at 7.45 on the 4th Tuesday each month at The River Wyre in Poulton at 7.45. For £3.00 you can attend one of our meetings to for £3, or join the prices are £14 for a single member, £10 for a senior, juniors £50 or for a family £22 each year. Visit www.fyldebirdclub.org

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BLACKPOOL KEYBOARD CLUB Pro Deaf Club, The Claremont Community Centre, Claremont Road Now in our 40th year!

Concerts are held on the 2nd tuesday of each month commencing at 7.30pm. Top professional performers with a variety of music to suit everyone.

For details phone or text Stephen on 07731 148530 TRAMSHED THEATRE COMPANY Meeting every Tuesday afternoon/ evening at Woodlands School, Whitegate Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 9HF. We offer inclusive performing arts to children, young people and adults aged 4 years upwards.

Workshop fees are £30 for a term (approx 12 weeks). For info and application form contact the Arts Team on 07852 498427 or e: tramshedtheatre@hotmail.co.uk

like female travel companion and male friend to share theatre, dancing, music, cinema, dining out, social events. Call Sylvia 594488

BLACKPOOL ART SOCIETY Blackpool Art Society is keen for you to join us in our own purpose built studio on Wilkinson Avenue, Blackpool. No experience necessary, just an interest in art. The studio is open Monday to Friday for various members groups. Thursday evening ‘club night’ activities include free demonstrations, practicals and appraisals led by visiting artists.

We also run coach trips, social events and weekend workshops NATIONAL SERVICE and hold a number of exhibitions ASSOCIATION BLACKPOOL AND DISTRICT REFORMATION of members work throughout the year. Interested? Go to our Meet at the The Victoria Hotel, Victoria Road West, Cleveleys FY5 website blackpoolartsociety. co.uk for more information or 3PZ. 1-0 pm for 1-30 pm on the call the studio on 01253 768297 third Tuesday of the month. All or Steve Cross on 01253 885375 old, new and associate members welcome. Come along and meet old friends, make new friends and BLACKPOOL & FYLDE BRANCH OF SUBMARINERS enjoy the afternoon.

ASSOCIATION For further details contact Tom The Guards Club (opposite Lowe, Tel. 01253 593383 Belle Vue pub) 37e Whitegate FYLDE KENNEL ASSOCIATION Dr. Meet every 3rd Friday of the month at 19:30 for 20:00 hrs. The Cleveleys Community Centre. branch is open to serving and Show dog training, we’ll help you and you dog prepare for the show ex submariners also associate membership is available. All ring. All welcome whether new welcome. or experienced. 2nd Thursdays www.blackpoolsubmariners.

19:30, full list of dates available weebly.com from our secretary Caroline 07825183928, fkawebs@gmail.

WHIST DRIVE com or www.freewebs.com/ St Bernadette’s Church Hall, Old fylde-kennel-association Hallow Road, Bispham.

Every Tuesday from 13:30pm.

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biscuits. Cash Prizes to be won Contact Beryl on 01253 358940 BLACKPOOL VETERANS BREAKFAST CLUB Squaddie banter on the Fylde.

We meet on alternate Saturdays / Sundays at 1300hrs in the Regent Cinema Market Cafe by Church Street Regent Street traffic lights up on the 1st Floor (near the old Army Careers Office) Browse the indoor market then sit down for a brew, breakfast and banter.

SOCIAL SEQUENCE DANCING Monday afternoon 2pm - 4pm £2 Holy Family Church Hall, Links Road, Blackpool. A warm welcome to all. Contact Doreen Tel: 01253 890775 CARLETON LADIES GROUP St Martins & St Hildas Church 2nd Tuesday of every month 1.45pm. Most welcome to come and meet new people, Interesting speakers as well as a walking group/ladies luncheon, and theatre trips. Tel Hilary 01253 891569 THE ROYAL ENGINEERS ASSN Blackpool & District Meet on the Second Thursday of each Month at 1930 hrs at The Plough Inn. Chain Lane, Staining FY3 0BX. All Sappers Very welcome ROYAL MARINES ASSOCIATION BLACKPOOL Meet at Guards Club 37 Whitegates Drive, Blackpool. Third Thursday of the month at 7.30pm.

Retired Royal Marines and their families welcome. Contact Neville Ayrton Tel: 01253 868874 email: xbootneck36@btinternet.com CARD CRAFT CLASS Card making with instruction, open to all. No experience necessary, instruction given. Venue Salvation Army Raikes Parade. Every last Saturday of the month 10-12pm Contact Ann Pressley 01253 311231

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THE LIGHTHOUSE SPIRITUAL CENTRE Spencer Court Community Centre, Spencer Court, Blackpool, FY1 3TWNow being run by Deborah Lochrie (formerly of Shadowlands Psychic Club!) and Beverley Todd.

A warm welcome awaits you every Sunevening for a demonstration of mediumship followed by an Open Circle. Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Tea or coffee and biscuits afterwards included in the £3 entrance fee.

Find us on Facebook - Friends of the Lighthouse Spiritualist Centre Blackpool YUGIOH POKEMON WEEKLY CLUB Join us on sat 5.30pm till 8.30pm at Marton Methodist Church, Midgeland Road, Blackpool.

More info tel 07939478483 NORTH SHORE ALL PLAYERS Fun, friendly and all inclusive local drama group at Bispham Conservative Club, Red Bank Road on Wednesday evenings.

Recently performed at Bispham Conservative Club and raised £271.72 for Disability First. 18+ For more info call Marie 07961663102

journalists, our own members and travellers from across the country.

New members and visitors are most welcome. Suitable for the disabled, including audio loop.

Refreshments available Cost: Membership is £20 for the season.

Visitors may pay at the door for a fee of £4 per meeting. This fee will be refunded if you join as a full member. For further information, including the Programme for the Year visit: wwwtraveltalks. club, Twitter @TravelTalksClub or Facebook.com/ FyldeTravellers.

Telephone Joan Gaffiney on 01253 700799

Tree Road (next to St Georges School) from 7 - 8.30pm. For more information or questions contact bmscomchoir@gmail.com.

BLACKPOOL MERCHANT NAVY ASSOCIATION Ever been in the Merchant Navy?

Why not come along and join us?

Bring you partner if you wish. We meet on alternate Sundays at the Guards Club, Whitegate Drive at 11am. We are a very friendly group and we organise trips etc.

For more information please telephone 01253 700735

LYTHAM HERITAGE GROUP 2 Henry Street, Lytham, Lancashire FY8 5LE Tel: (01253) 730787 Archive – Tel: (01253) 730775 thecentre@lythamheritage.co.uk archivecentre@lythamheritage. co.uk. www.lythamheritage. co.uk

BLACKPOOL MUSIC SERVICE YOUTH CONCERT BAND We are seeking a kit drummer for our Youth Concert Band under the age of 18 and who is grade 4 or above. We offer free rehearsals, a wide range of music covering various genres, full support when needed and the opportunity to perform at prestigious venues including tours abroad. Please contact Andrew White on 07973 727881 or 01253 476767.

THE FRIENDSHIP GROUP Meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month, 2pm to 4pm, at St. Martin’s and St. Hilda’s Church Hall, Fleetwood Road, Poulton (next to Castle Gardens). Membership is open to retired or semi-retired persons.

Meetings include a speaker, BLACKPOOL MUSIC SERVICE refreshments, etc. New members COMMUNITY CHOIR IS welcome. Contact Mel on 352137. SEEKING NEW MEMBERS. Enjoy singing? Looking for a choir ITHA - TRAVEL TALKS for everyone that sings a variety The Concert Hall, Blackpool Sixth of styles? A choir that is happy Form College - 7.30pm to take everyone from beginners Our meetings consist of illustrated to experienced singers, Male & talks covering all parts of the Female? Aged 16 and up Then world, and speakers are drawn BMS Community Choir is for you. from recognised professional We rehearse every Thursday nights writers, photographers and at the Music Centre on Cherry

FHT BLACKPOOL FEDERATION OF HOLISTIC THERAPISTS MEETING Every last Thursday of the month held at Blackpool Cricket Club 7PM - 8:30pm Subs £3, Students/£5 Members/£8 Non members. Speakers every month friendly fun and informal meetings, all welcome! www.blackpool-crystal-therapy. co.uk/FHT

GUITAR PLAYER OR KEYBOARD PLAYER NEEDED FOR ORIGINAL BAND Original atmospheric moody alternative rock band with shoegaze and post-rock influences. Sound is somewhere between The Cure, Cocteau Twins, Daughter, Foals and Mogwai. Listen online and get in touch if interested. Practice weekly in Blackpool Town Centre and have gigs/releases lined up. We need someone reliable. www.oceansoveralderaan.co.uk, Email: treefiddy@ oceansoveralderaan.co.uk KNIT-A-LIFESAVER WITH VITA First Monday of every month.

Reading Lounge, Central Library,

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3pm - 4.30pm. All hands on deck knitting poppies (For Victoria Hospital in association with The British Legion, all for charity)

THE COASTERS CHOIR (FORMERLY ONE ACCORD) We have a new name, new Musical Director and we are looking for new members, Male and Female BLACKPOOL FRIENDS OF to embark on this exciting journey TRINITY HOSPICE GROUP with us. We are a friendly group are looking for places in the who would make you feel most Blackpool area to hold coffee welcome and at ease. There is mornings at, more likely at the a good social side to the choir weekend. That could be churches, too where we go out to dinner, church halls, community rooms, Afternoon Tea and a Christmas anywhere really where we would Party Night. We love to sing, so if have access to hot water and you enjoy singing too, even if at preferably a kitchen area. the moment it’s just to yourself, All the cash raised will go directly DO come along and give it a try. to Trinity Hospice and our What have you got to lose? The volunteers will do all the hard work, Choir is Cleveleys based, meeting we just ask for use of the room. at 7.30pm Thursday evenings at Sheila Swan on 07990 600051 the Community Centre, Beach Road, NO AUDITION NECESSARY BLACKPOOL AND FYLDE For further information please ROYAL ARTILLERY ring Gail: 07826 866790 or ASSOCIATON Linda:01253 355512 Meets 2nd Monday of the Month at Newton Arms Staining Road FY3 0AJ. 1200 for 1230 Hours. All Ex RA and attached Personnel made FRIENDS OF STANLEY PARK welcome. For details contact Meet the 3rd Saturday in each honsecraablackpoolandfylde@ month, come along for a cuppa at yahoo.com or ring Mike 01253 1:30 meeting at 2:00 with speaker.

761769 come & find out what is happening in our lovely park. all welcome.

GAY DINING GROUP Info ring 318948 Lytham, St Anne’s and Fylde Coast. A great way to meet new BISPHAM WITH NORBRECK like-minded friends in a relaxed, FLOWER CLUB welcoming environment. Good St Bernadettes Church Hall, company, good food, enjoy life Bispham New Members most to the full. Meeting on the fourth welcome. Meet every third Weds of Thursday of every month.Various the month, 7-30pm. venues in the Lytham/St Anne’s Contact Helen 354548 area. For more information and

Clubs & Societies

details of our next get-together text 07468 492304.

WANTED MEMBERS FOR FYLDE COMMUNITY BAND Can you play, or are learning to play an instrument? Do you want to meet new people and to play all kinds of pop music from C&W to Soul? Then please get in touch.

Age and ability not important.

Contact Phil 07522490715

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at 7.30 pm at the Low Moor Community Centre, Edmonton Place, Blackpool, FY2 0UT. This a chance to brush up or improve your German in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. A limited knowledge of the language is necessary for you to be able to enjoy our meetings. We are now in our winter season when we have a set programme of presentations with occasional conversation evenings when you have a better chance to get to know existing members.

Contact Terry on 01253 867825 THE LANCASTRIAN PLAYERS Meet in Bispham at 7.45 on Wednesday evenings. New Members always welcome for acting, backstage,set, front of house. No audition necessary.

Details call Steve 07849969619 BLACKPOOL PALATINE ROTARY CLUB. Would you like to help others have a better quality of life both at home and abroad AND have fun while you are doing it? Are you between 25 and 105 yrs old? Then Rotary is for you! Palatine Club meets each week on a Tuesday for a meal, social night or an outing, if you are interested in coming along phone Gail on 07530175111 or Howard on 07712619612 or you can visit our website by searching Blackpool Palatine Rotary Club online.

BLACKPOOL ROYAL BRITISH LEGION The Hidden Gem of the Social Club BLACKPOOL SEA CADETS Scene. Varied entertainment every 596 Devonshire Road Bispham afternoon & evening, including our Tues/Fri evenings 19:00 - 21:30 Now recruiting cadets aged 10 - 18 famous Free & Easy, and Wacky years old plus adults to fill roles as Wednesday Club. Function Room Available for Special Events & instructional staff or as members Forces Reunions. All welcome, of the Unit Management Team.

Contact us or drop in for a chat contact the Treasurer on 01253 on a parade night. 01253 500499 508084. King Street, Blackpool GERMAN LANGUAGE CIRCLE We meet Tuesday evenings

BLACKPOOL FLOWER CLUB Meets at Staining Village Hall the

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last Wednesday of every month at 7.30pm. New Members and Guests welcome. Contact Joan Pickering 01253 394622 THE ARTS SOCIETY FYLDE Supporting the Arts In Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre. 10 monthly lectures pa on art, sculpture, architecture, jewellery, ceramics, glass, poster art, mosaics, etc.

First Wednesday of the month at 2.00pm at the Lowther Pavilion, Lytham. Admission fee of £8 for non-members. 07399 870179. theartssocietyfylde.org.uk.

NORTHERN LIGHTS ASTROLOGICAL SOCIETY Meeting every first Tuesday of the month, upstairs at Blackpool Cricket Club, West Park Drive, FY3 9EQ. We are a friendly group who have talks and discussions for people with little or no experience on all aspects of astrology plus we hold social events throughout the year including a Christmas lunch. No annual membership fee, £4 entrance fee, your first meeting is free with complimentary info pack. Call Kevin 01253 402137 or 07419333843 Email kevinrowan2@hotmail.com or visit our facebook page.

BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE FRENCH CIRCLE Monday 28 January, 7.45pm, a presentation on Bergen and Oslo.

Monday 11 February, starting 7.45pm, a presentation on Safaris.

Monday 25 February, 7.45pm, meeting. St Margaret’s Church Hall, Rowsley Road, St Annes.

More information on 01253 724472 and www.cerclefrancais. org.uk AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL FYLDE COAST GROUP Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who take injustice personally.

We are campaigning for a world

where human rights are enjoyed by all. The Fylde Coast Group meet regularly at 7.30 on the first Monday of each month to write letters and plan activities based on campaigns led by Amnesty International UK. You are welcome to join us at the World Healing Centre, 476 Lytham Rd, Blackpool FY4 1JF. For further information contact Jennifer Jaynes by email: jenniferjaynes@ live.co.uk or by telephone: 01253 732640 or visit our website at www.amnesty.org.uk/groups/ fylde-coast.

Sports & Activities

ROLLER DERBY LEAGUE New intake, train every Sunday 12pm to 2pm at Play Football, Garstang Road West, Blackpool FY3 7JH. We welcome men and women to our league. It doesn’t matter if you’ve never skated before we are looking for anyone 18+ who is looking to play a fun full contact, fast paced team sport.

For details email blackpoolrollerderby@live.co.uk BISPHAM IL GI TAEKWONDO SELF DEFENSE Various locations, see website for details. Established in Lancashire, Northwest England for over 30 years; Il GI Taekwondo is a full member organisation of the UK Taekwondo Development Council. Mondays 6:30 to 7:30 and Saturdays 11:00 to 12:00.

Contact 07812 898268. www. ilgitaekwondo.org LAYTON LADIES BOWLING CLUB Ladies pavilion (Cameron Avenue entrance) We are looking for new

members. Bowlers and learners would be very welcome. Tuesday afternoons 1pm. Contact Barbara, 339351 or Dorothy, 626188 BLACKPOOL VICTORIA WALKING CLUB invites you to join our friendly group for B and C grade walks on the second Sunday of each month.

Coach pickups from Freckleton via Lytham St Annes, Blackpool, Poulton le Fylde and Great Eccleston cost £10 per person, all welcome. Please contact Derek Helm on 01772 679153 or 07783835041 for more details.

BLACKPOOL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB Mondays 6.30 - 8.30 at All Saints Church Hall, 98 Park Road, Blackpool. Wednesdays 7.30 - 9.00, Palatine Sports Centre, St. Annes Rd, Blackpool.

T: 0756559001, www. blackpoolshotokankarateclub. com BLACKPOOL & WYRE LADIES HOCKEY CLUB Wednesdays 7-30 - 8-30 on the astropitches in Stanley Park. Have you played hockey? Why not give it another go? An excellent way to get fit. £3 per session.

Enquiries Ann on 890717 EASY BEGINNERS PILATES Ideal for back and joint problems, every Wednesday Bispham Community Centre 11am - 12noon Call Norma to book 0771 5651283

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Monday at 1-45 - 2-45 tea and biscuits included. Regular events and outings during the year.

Come and join us for a very social afternoon of exercises to suit senior citizens, 1-50 per session.

Just come along or ring Ann on 593343 or Jenny on 534278. New members will be assured of a warm welcome.

CLAREMONT PARK BOWLING CLUB Warley Road, Blackpool FY1 2RW. We would like to invite new members to join our club. Gents, Ladies and children welcome, either experienced or beginners.

Help will be on hand to learn the game. Please contact Men’s Secretary on 01253 592961 or Ladies Secretary on 01253 314871

LEARN TO DANCE BALLROOM AND LATIN AMERICAN CLASSES FOR ALL AGE GROUPS Every Thursday 7pm - 8.30pm.

By the end of the course you will have learnt a Ballroom and Latin American routine. Singles welcome. Bispham United Reformed Church Hall, Cavendish Road. Barbara 01253 356558, Peter 01253 594516

FRR WALKING GROUP (THE DOG FRIENDLY WALKING CLUB) Affiliated to the Ramblers Association. Enjoy a full day out in the English Countryside with FRR, who welcome new members and well behaved dogs, visiting places such as the Yorkshire Dales, the Lake District, the Pendle area, North Wales to name but a few.

We meet every third Sunday in the month with various pick up points by coach in the Fylde area.

There are usually three grades of walks each month, making sure there is something for everyone to enjoy. In addition, the Club holds various social events throughout the year and these are always well attended. If you would like to know more about the Club and how to join us please visit our website www. fylderotaryramblers.co.uk or phone 01253 886181

LATIN, BALLROOM & SEQUENCE DANCE CLASSES Come along & learn or improve your dancing skills. Tues 7 8/30pm Cleveleys Community Centre, Kensington Road, Cleveleys (For those who have some dancing experience) Fri 2-4pm Victoria Congregational Church Hall Newton Drive Blackpool (For those with limited knowledge or beginners ) FYLDE NATURALIST WALKING Contact Susan for further details GROUP Tel 07976 620 196 Fortnightly walks. Our walks are not strenuous, we walk about LATIN & BALLROOM DANCE 6 miles. We like to see nature CLASS through the seasons. All welcome, Charity dance class - free of for more details ring 316713 charge , but donations to Trinity Hospice welcome. Learn to dance PREBOND RAMBLERS CLUB or improve your technique with Walk 2nd Sunday of each month.

Olga, former 10-dance world 3 walks to choose from. Evening champion (O35s), and help a good meal in pub on route home. Keep cause at the same time. All ages fit and make new friends. July 8th welcome. Suitable for beginners.

Keswick, August 12th Grassington.

Sundays 6pm. Manx Hotel, 248 Pick up points between Bispham Queens Promenade, Bispham. and Wesham. Contact 711898 Tel Olga 07484 258438 to book. www.melnikdance.com SPRINGFIELD FELL WALKING Follow us on Facebook too.

CLUB Walk days Saturday every two STREET DANCING weeks. 3 grades of walks are with professional instructor from typically. ‘A’ – 13 MLS ; 3000’ London. Wednesdays. Adult TL. ASC. ‘B’ – 11 MLS ; 2500’ Classes. 3.30pm. Childrens TL. ASC. ‘C’ – 9 MLS ; 1000’ Classes 4.30pm. Held at the TL. ASC. 05/01 Bowness, 19/01 Urban Art Studio. 11-12 Whiteside Ambeside. Bus pickup Blackpool Building, St Annes. Call 01253 to Black bull Preston. Fulwood 714278 www.springfieldfellwalking. com, contact enquires@ EXERCISE TO MUSIC springfieldfellwalking.co.uk at St Bernadettes Church Hall All Phone 01772 728718 Hallows Road Bispham. Every

YOGA FOR HEALTH AND RELAXATION Mon 6.15-7.45. Wed 10-11.30.

All welcome. Cleveleys Community Centre, Kensington Rd, Cleveleys. Pam 858794. pamedwards@live.co.uk

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BLACKPOOL WALKING NETBALL GROUP Fridays 12.30 – 1.30pm Indoor Netball Court at Stanley Park Sports Centre. This group, mostly over 50’s, is mixed in gender, health and experience -playing for fun and exercise. It is supported by a trained walking netball host who provides some drills and coaching. £3 per session or free if you are a sports centre subscriber. Come along and try it – it’s a great game.

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AFC BLACKPOOL SENIOR SEASIDERS WALKING FOOTBALL OVER 50’S MONDAY 4.30-5.30pm and THURSDAY 4.15- 5.15pm.

PlayFootball Centre, Garstang Road, Blackpool FY3 7JH Open to all ages, gender and abilities. Regular competitive teams also. Excellent way to get fit and meet new friends. £4 per session. Contact Steve - 01253 825415 or just turn up at 4pm

MEDITATION CLASSES To help with stress management and to promote all round good health. Classes every Wednesday at Bispham Community Centre, contact norma for details: 07715651283

LGBT INTERNATIONAL POWERLIFTING CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019 19th, 20th, 21st July 2019.

Athletes attending from all over the world, taking place at Blackpool Sixth Form College. For details of how to register or to secure spectator tickets visit www. lgbtpowerlifting.org or find us on Facebook "LGBT International Powerlifting Championships"

THE GATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Bispham Community Centre, Bispham Road, Blackpool. Lively Worship and Good Teaching every Sunday at 10.30. All welcome. If you would like prayer please contact Bob 01772683243 or Phillip 01253316924. www. gatechurch.org.

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CHRIST CHURCH WITH ALL SAINTS Palatine Road, Services 10.45am RUGBY SESSIONS FOR YEAR 6 and 6pm each Sunday. Contact Rev Alan Byrom 390272 Sunday mornings 10:30a.m at Blackpool Rugby Club. Contact UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Simon 07980320061 SOCIAL NIGHT Social night every Saturday TAI CHI evening from 8pm until 10pm.

Classes consist of gentle body Ballroom, Latin American and a movements & breathing exercise.

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Children STAY AND PLAY - UNDER 5’S Victoria church, Newton Drive. FY3 8BY Every Thursday and Friday 10am-1.30pm, School terms only.

Soft Play facility. 01253 820020 KIDS CLUB Takes place in Christchurch with All Saints church hall on Park Rd. Running since February and operate a fun filled, action packed hour long programme every Thursday from 6pm-7pm for 5-11 year olds which is completely free. We currently have around 12 children in attendance and would love to and are able to accommodate many more.

BLACKPOOL BAPTIST TABERNACLE Springfield Rd (off Prom.near Cenotaph) Welcome to our Sunday ABC PLAYGROUP worship at 10.45 am & 6.30pm.

For more info please ring 394326 The ABC playgroup for babies and toddlers runs on Mondays and Fridays, 9.30am - 11am at Forest LAYTON COMMUNITY Gate Baptist Church, Forest Gate CHURCH (Just off Whitegate Drive). EveCollingwood Place, Layton, FY3 ryone welcome including mums, 8RJ. We have a busy programme dads, nanas and grandads. Lots for all ages. We would love you to of fun filled activities in a safe and join us: SUNDAY WORSHIP 10.30am

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GIRL GUIDING Adventure, fun and friendship.

Just for girls. Would you like your daughter to come and join BROWNIES or GUIDES on a Wednesday evening at St John Vianney Pope John Paul Centre, Glastonbury Avenue, Marton. For further information please contact Victoria Taylor on 01253 342670 or by email to vtaylor26@outlook.com

Entertainment NORTH FYLDE MUSIC CIRCLE Friday 25th January, 7.30pm Outstanding pianist, Cordelia Williams will be playing Rachmaninov, Prokofiev, Janacek, Pärt and Liszt.

Friday 22 February, 7.30pm.

Pianist Benjamin Frith will be playing Mozart, Chopin, Liszt, Wagner-Liszt and Schubert.

Non-members most welcome, admission £10, students £4.

At the Blackpool Sixth Form College Theatre, Blackpool Old Road, Blackpool, FY3 7LR. For enquiries visit www. northfyldemusiccircle.org.uk or phone 01253 724472.

proceeds to Parkinson’s Research Fund via John Peacock and Lytham Support Group. Tickets are now on sale £20 each.

Lowther Pavilion, West Beach, Lytham St. Annes, FY8 5QQ Book: 01253 794 221, www. lowtherpavilion.co.uk BLACKPOOL CARERS VENETIAN MASQUERADE BALL Sat 9th Feb 6.30pm ‘til 2.00am In aid of Blackpool Carers Centre.

Fantasy Fizz Reception, 4 course dinner including cheese course, Half bottle of wine per person with dinner, Bacon Sandwiches at 1.00am, Awards Presentation plus fun and fundraising throughout the night, Nocturnal Grooves with Phil Swift and Trident, Disco until 2.00am. Selected wines only £15 per bottle. Masks will be sold on the night in aid of Blackpool Carers Dress: Black Tie, Masks optional Over 16s only. Prize for best mask Imperial Hotel, Blackpool. Tickets £50 from Kay on 01253 393748 or email: kay.soper@blackpoolcarers. org. Individual tickets or tables of 12 available. www.blackpoolcarers.org blackpoolcarers @BlackpoolCarers

THE RAMONAS AND THE POLY-ESTERS Friday 15th February, 7pm As the name suggests The MATT FORD PARKINSON’S UK Ramonas are an all female tribute CHARITY EVENT to the iconic New York Punk Rock Sunday 3rd February 7.30pm. band Ramones who also write Widely regarded as the UK’s finest thier own songs! Some say playing Big Band Singer having appeared on several shows with the fabulous the Ramones tunes is easy, but capturing the vibe and essence John Wilson Orchestra, the BBC of such a well loved band mixed Big Band, the Halle and also with the required speed, stamina the BBC Proms programme. All and endurance is no mean feat..

Cloey, Pee Pee, Rohnny & Cammy are definitely here to stay! Gabba Gabba HEY!!! Since 2016 the girls have also been releasing their own original material. Their 2017 debut album ‘First World Problems’ and 2016 EP ‘You Asked For It’ are out now via their website and iTunes etc! www.ramonas.co.uk.

Support comes from popular local Blackpool ladies of punk The Poly-esters. Waterloo Music Bar, Waterloo Road, Blackpool. https://www.facebook.com/ waterloobpl/ DR FEELGOOD Sun 24th Feb, 7pm Britain's Premier Rhythm & Blues Band Dr Feelgood are making a very special appearance at Waterllo Music Venue's Kite Club early 2019. Tickets available from the link below and The Venue. Tickets £15adv £18otd.

Waterloo Music Bar, Waterloo Road, Blackpool. https://www. facebook.com/waterloobpl/ CLEVELEYS PARK PLAYERS MURDER MYSTERY from Thursday 21st to Saturday, 23 February 2019 A production of ‘Breaking Windows’ by Richard Adams, Cleveleys Park Methodist Church Hal, West Drive, Cleveleys.

Tickets £8 including supper are available from rehearsals each Wednesday at the Hall or 01253 859466.

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very year on the 16th of December, the victory day of Bangladesh is celebrated.

After nearly 9 months of gruesome, blood curdling relentless war, an independent country was finally born in 1971 and Bangladesh successfully embedded it’s name onto the world’s map.

'Bangladeshi Society Blackpool Wyre & Fylde', hosted an event at Spencer Court, Blackpool to commemorate this particular day by playing traditional Bengali folk songs and portraying pictures and videos of the harsh reality of the merciless war.

Councillors Mr Danny Scott , Mrs Michele Scott from Warbreck ward and Mr Alistair Humphreys from Squires gate ward were the special guests and their presence glorified the whole event.

Bangladeshi Society commemoration

Much appreciation goes to the executive and advisory committee members in organising this event in such short notice and everyone who attended made this event a huge success.

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Blackpool school which teaches children outside of mainstream education has been recognised for the work its staff does to build their communication skills.

The school named 'Educational Diversity' has been awarded communication friendly status by the speech and language training company Elklan.

The school is the first secondary Pupil Referral Unit to have achieved this excellent award across the country. The prestigious ELKLAN Communication Friendly Setting (CFS) status is awarded to schools that have trained and supported all their staff in communication and language development.

Schools are also required to show evidence of putting this knowledge into practice and through the implementation of a Communication Policy.

The CFS enables staff to develop an increased understanding and support of students with speech, language and communication needs.

Wendy Casson, Headteacher at Educational Diversity, said 'We are delighted to have achieved this award as it recognises our commitment in gaining a

better understanding of how speech, language and communication needs can impact negatively on a young person’s ability to learn. A young person may present with some behaviours when we first start working with them that often mask an unmet need in this area.'

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The group of friends from Blackpool have already raised over £72K for the charity but they hope to reach their target of £100K with the help of local business Second Chance Ltd based on Amy Johnson Way. Second Chance have given the riders Award Winning Livall BH60SE helmets to help them keep safe during their winter training and epic cycling journey through 7 European countries this June starting in Switzerland and finishing in Holland.

Spokesperson for Team Yabbitus and one of the riders of the team Neil Thomas said 'We’re so pleased to have the Livall brand on-board with our challenge. These smart helmets are fantastic! They have a walkie-talkie system which means we can all talk to each other while riding the over 800 miles. We also feel safer as the lights & indicators increase our visibility out on the road.'

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