Community Events Calendar

Wed - Mar 10
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Wed - Mar 10
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
  March WVAMA Monthly Luncheon

American Marketing Association’s lunch program: “Post-It Notes For
Your Mind: How to Make Your Ideas and Communications Unforgettable,” Presented by Mark Crossler.

Cost: RSVP by March 5: $24 (AMA members and students); $35 (non-members). Walk-ins and late RSVP: $34  (members and students); $45 (non-members).

Visit www.wvama.org for more information.

Location: Eugene Hilton and Conference Center, 66 East 6th Ave., Eugene

Wed - Mar 10
5:30 PM - 7:30 AM
  Business After Hours at the American Red Cross

The March Business After Hours is sponsored by the American Red Cross. Join us on Wednesday, March 10th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm for netowrking, food and drinks.

Cost: $7 pre-registered members; $10 at the door; $10 for non-members

Contact Eric Breitenstein at eric@springfield-chamber.org or call 541-746-1651 to register. 

Location: American Red Cross, 862 Bethel Drive, Eugene

Thu - Mar 11 -- Sun - Mar 14
  31st Lane County Home & Garden Show

31st Spring Home & Garden Show!  Featuring over 300 exhibits with products & services
for your home & yard.  Hourly home & garden seminars, prize drawings, and local grower plant sales!  Free Admission with canned food donations

Thurs/Fri: 5pm-9pm, Sat: 10am-9pm,  Sun 10am-5pm

For more information, call 541-484-9247, email info@eugenehomeshow.com, or visit www.eugenehomeshow.com

Location: Lane Events Center, 796 W. 13th Avenue, Eugene

Fri - Mar 12 -- Sat - Mar 13
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  Friends of the Library Book Sale at the Springfield Library

The Friends of the Library and SMART (Start Making a Reader Today) will hold a book sale at the Springfield Public Library on March 12th and 13th. Books will be offered for less than a dollar with proceeds going towards Library programs and free books for kids participating in SMART. Cash only for all sales. Please contact Kathy Howard at (541) 747-7116 for more information.

Location: Springfield Public Library, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Fri - Mar 12
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Fri - Mar 12
7:00 PM
  Annie at Wildish Theater

Upstart Crow Studios version of the Broadway play comes to Wildish Theater. For more information visit www.upstartcrowstudios.com.

Location: Wildish Theater, 630 Main Street, Springfield

Fri - Mar 12
7:30 PM
  The Eugene Opera Presents Faust at the Hult Center

The world's most popular French romantic grand opera returns to Eugene after 25 years. Visit www.hultcenter.org for more information. 

Location: Silva Hall, Hult Center for the Performing Arts,

Sat - Mar 13
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  Free Family Day at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art

March 13th is Free Family Day at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art. The current topic is Art Adventures Through the Amazon with activities including flower pot decorating and Insect Sculpture with M.E.C.C.A. Click here for more information. 

Location: Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, University of Oregon, Eugene

Sat - Mar 13
2:00 PM
  Annie at Wildish Theater

Upstart Crow Studios version of the Broadway play comes to Wildish Theater. For more information visit www.upstartcrowstudios.com.

Location: Wildish Theater, 630 Main Street, Springfield

Sat - Mar 13
7:00 PM
  Annie at Wildish Theater

Upstart Crow Studios version of the Broadway play comes to Wildish Theater. For more information visit www.upstartcrowstudios.com.

Location: Wildish Theater, 630 Main Street, Springfield

Sun - Mar 14
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  CFA Championship & Household Pet Cat Show

McKenzie River Cat Club 51st annual championship household pet cat
show. This event features between 100 and 200 cats as well as cat care and accessory vendors.
Cost is $4 adults or $3 children. Call 541-782-5767 for more information.

Location: Lane Events Center, 796 West 13th, Eugene

Sun - Mar 14
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Family Art Sunday at the Emerald Art Center

You are invited to Family Art Sunday at the Emerald Art Center. The theme is South America. The event is free and includes a variety of art projects for children and entertainment.

Location: Emerald Art Center, 500 Main Street, Springfield

Sun - Mar 14
2:30 PM
  The Eugene Opera Presents Faust at the Hult Center

The world's most popular French romantic grand opera returns to Eugene after 25 years. Visit www.hultcenter.org for more information. 

Location: Silva Hall, Hult Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Eugene Center, Eugene

Wed - Mar 17
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Fri - Mar 19 -- Sun - Mar 21
  Northwest Challenge Air Dogs Indoor Championships

Come to the Northwest Challenge X-Treme Air Dogs Indoor Championships at the Regional Sports Center in Springfield. The event features canine dock jumping. For more information visit www.northwestchallenge.com.

Location: Regional Sports Center, 200 South 32nd Street, Springfield

Fri - Mar 19
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Mon - Mar 22 -- Thu - Mar 25
  Tamarack's Spring Break Aquatics Camp

The four day camp includes a variety of water safety learning and fun. Each day kids will explore different components of aquatic activities. Ages 8-12 -All swim levels and abilities are welcome. Visit http://www.tamarackwellness.com for more information. 

Location: Tamarack Wellness Center Pool, 3575 Donald Street, Eugene

Tue - Mar 23
3:00 PM
  Dragon Theater Puppets at the Springfield Library

Dragon Theater Puppets presents "Home Grown Heroes." This event is part of the Springfield Library's 2010 Puppet Festival. This is a free program recommended for ages 4 and up.

Location: Springfield Public Library, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Wed - Mar 24
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Fri - Mar 26
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Sat - Mar 27
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  Cumulus Presents World's Largest Indoor Garage Sale

Cumulus Broadcasting presents the annual World's Largest Indoor Garage Sale at the Lane County Fairgrounds Performace Hall. People seeking to be a garage sale vendor should contact Cumulus Broadcasting at 541-284-8500 to reserve a space.

Location: 796 West 13th Avenue, Eugene

Sat - Mar 27
12:00 PM
  Spanish Language Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Spanish language stories will be offered every month at the Springfield Public Library, beginning Saturday, January 30 at noon. The program will feature fun stories and songs in Spanish and will be held the last Saturday of each month in the Children’s Department. The event is free for all ages.

For more information contact Emily Ziglinski at (541) 726-2235.

Location: Springfield Public Library, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Sat - Mar 27
12:00 PM
  Storytime in Spanish at the Springfield Library

Stories, songs and fun held in the Children's Story Corner. All families and all ages welcome.

Location: Springfield Public Library, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Tue - Mar 30
6:30 PM
  A Portrait of Life in Iraq at the Springfield Library

“Night of a Thousand Stars: A Portrait of Life in Iraq” is a free conversation with photojournalist Joel Preston Smith. This program is brought to you by the “Springfield Library Foundation’s Author and Music Series” and sponsored by Oregon Humanities. Admission to this event is free.

Location: Library Meeting Room, Springfield Public Library, 225 5th St., Springfield

Wed - Mar 31
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Fri - Apr 02 -- Sun - May 02
  The Living River Art Exhibit

To celebrate their 20th anniversary, the McKenzie River Trust, will host an art exhibit to celebrate environmental awareness, the beauty and vibrancy of the rivers and streams of western Oregon and the important role they play in the life of our communities. This is a free event.

Location: The Jacobs Gallery, The Hult Center, Eugene

Fri - Apr 02
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Fri - Apr 02
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  Free First Friday at Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art

Visit the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art and view galleries featuring American, European, Korean, Chinese and Japanese art. Cost is free. Visit jsma.uoregon.edu or call 541-346-3027 for more information.

Location: Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, University of Oregon, Eugene

Sat - Apr 03
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  Willamalane MEGGA Hunt

A fun egg hunt with live entertainment, crafts, carnival games and more than 20,000 prize eggs! Tickets available for purchase at any Willamalane facility beginning March 8th.

Egg Hunt Times:

Ages 5 and under 10-11:30am Every 5 min.
Grades K-1 10:15am
Grades 2-3 10:45am
Grades 4-5 11:15am

Allow at least a half-hour for parking, shuttle and admission prior to the start
of hunts.

Cost: $5 per child, free for those not participating in egg hunt.

Location: Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd., Springfield

Sun - Apr 04
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  Easter Brunch at Holiday Inn

Celebrate Easter with Brunch at Holiday Inn!  Gourmet buffet including carved ham, eggs, pastries and more.

Cost: $25/person (half price for kids 12 and under)

Reservations Required.  Call 541-284-0707

Location: Springfield/Eugene Holiday Inn, 919 Kruse Way, Springfield

Wed - Apr 07
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Wed - Apr 07
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  Cesar Chavez Community Celebration


A bi-lingual celebration of Cesar Chavez featuring Springfield High School's Mariachi del Sol, refreshments and displays. For all ages.

Location: Agnes Stewart Middle School, 900 S 32nd, Springfield

Fri - Apr 09
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Fri - Apr 09
1:00 PM
  "A Tree Grows in Springfield" Presented by the Springfield Library

While participating in this activity, children will make a 3-dimensional tree covered in leaves representing favorite places and dreams. This event will be held in the Library Meeting Room. 

Location: Springfield Library, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Sat - Apr 10
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  Willamalane Stone Age Day at Dorris Ranch

Calling all cave dwellers! Learn what life was like for Ice Age people 12,000 years ago when mammoth, bison, camel and giant sloth roamed the Willamette Valley. Sample some bison on a stick and try your hand at making a stone tool.

Cost: $3 per person

Location: Dorris Ranch, 205 Dorris Street, Springfield

Wed - Apr 14
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Wed - Apr 14
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Business After Hours

Our Business after Hours event is held on the second Wednesday of every month. This is an excellent opportunity to network with fellow Chamber members and non-members alike, so please join us for drinks and hors d'oeuvres!

Click here for more details and registration form.

$7 for Members (pre-paid), or $10 at door. $10 for Non-Members.

Pay online or contact eric@springfield-chamber.org.

Fri - Apr 16
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Sat - Apr 17
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Shred Documents: BBB Brings Secure Your ID Day to Eugene/Springfield

Shred your unwanted documents to help prevent identity theft at Better Business Bureau's Secure Your ID Day on April 17, 2010.  It's Free and Convenient: Drive up and drop off up to three (3) grocery bags or boxes of unwanted documents to be securely shredded on-the-spot. No cardboard boxes or three-ring binders will be shredded. 100% of shredded materials will be recycled.

Location: George M. Sutton RV, 2400 W. 7th Ave, Eugene

Wed - Apr 21
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Fri - Apr 23
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Sat - Apr 24
12:00 PM
  Spanish Language Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Spanish language stories will be offered every month at the Springfield Public Library, beginning Saturday, January 30 at noon. The program will feature fun stories and songs in Spanish and will be held the last Saturday of each month in the Children’s Department. The event is free for all ages.

For more information contact Emily Ziglinski at (541) 726-2235.

Location: Springfield Public Library, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Wed - Apr 28
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Fri - Apr 30
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Sat - May 01
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  Willamalane Presents Vineyards & Violins

Enjoy and evening of violin music, wine, hors d’oeuvres, desserts and a silent suction at Willamalane's beautiful facility by the river. Silent auction packages include weekend getaways, restaurant gift certificates, golf, entertainment, gifts and much more. All proceeds benefit Willamalane Adult Activity Center programs.

$20 in advance/$25 at the door

Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 W. C St., Springfield

Sun - May 02
7:00 AM
  2010 Eugene Marathon

This annual, 26.2 mile race, begins at the historic Hayward Field and runs through south Eugene, around Amazon Park, through downtown Springfield, Alton Baker Park, and past Skinner Butte. The race ends with a loop around Hayward Field. Don't miss this certified marathon right in our own backyard.

Visit www.eugenemarathon.com for more information. 

Location: Hayward Field, 1580 E 15th, Eugene

Wed - May 05
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Fri - May 07
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Fri - May 07
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  Free First Friday at Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art

Visit the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art and view galleries featuring American, European, Korean, Chinese and Japanese art. Cost is free. Visit jsma.uoregon.edu or call 541-346-3027 for more information.

Location: Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, University of Oregon, Eugene

Wed - May 12
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Wed - May 12
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Business After Hours

Our Business after Hours event is held on the second Wednesday of every month. This is an excellent opportunity to network with fellow Chamber members and non-members alike, so please join us for drinks and hors d'oeuvres!

Click here for more details and registration form.

$7 for Members (pre-paid), or $10 at door. $10 for Non-Members.

Pay online or contact eric@springfield-chamber.org.

Fri - May 14
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Wed - May 19
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Fri - May 21
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Sat - May 22
8:30 AM
  Willamalane Surf and Turf Duathlon

Participate in Willamalane's first Surf and Turf Duathlon! Run or walk a 2-mile course in beautiful Willamalane Park and swim 750 yards at Willamalane Park Swim Center. Prizes will be given to the top 10 finishers. Cost is $20.

Space is limited so register by April 30 at www.willamalane.org or call 541-736-4544.

Location: Willamalane Park Swim Center, 1276 G Street, Springfield

Wed - May 26
10:00 AM
  Preschool Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Fun stories, songs, a craft, and other early literacy activities for preschoolers.
No individual groups larger than five without prior arrangement. For ages 3-6.

Location: Springfield Public Library, Children’s Story Corner, 225 5th Street, Springfield

Fri - May 28
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  SCORE Business Counseling

Sign up for a free business counseling session with SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.  Whether you are considering starting your own business, have a business that is experiencing problems, are ready to expand, or need other types of business advice, the experienced business and professional volunteers of SCORE are ready to help you identify problems and their causes, and guide you toward solutions.

Counseling sessions are 1 hour long and are on a first-come first-served basis.  To RSVP, call Natasha at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce at 541.746.1651.  Advance registration is required.

Location: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 101 South A Street

Sat - May 29
12:00 PM
  Spanish Language Storytime at the Springfield Public Library

Spanish language stories will be offered every month at the Springfield Public Library, beginning Saturday, January 30 at noon. The program will feature fun stories and songs in Spanish and will be held the last Saturday of each month in the Children’s Department. The event is free for all ages.

For more information contact Emily Ziglinski at (541) 726-2235.

Location: Springfield Public Library, 225 5th Street, Springfield

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