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WELCOME HOME HEROES

Upcoming Events/Dates

8 July Squadron Ball– Hilton Hawaiian Village

13 July 2BCT Memorial Ceremony- 10:00 am Bldg 2097 Foote Ave/ 1-14 IN BN Headquarters

13 July NCO Induction Ceremony

4:00pm SGT Smith Theater

14 July 2BCT Welcome Home/Redeployment Ceremony– 2:00pm Weyand Field

(formerly Sills Field)

14 July 2 BCT Stryke Back Bash

3:00pm @ Nehelani

15 July– 14 August Block Leave

Train for a New Career

with up to $4000 for Military Spouses MyCAA funding improves military spouse job prospects by

providing up to $4000 for military spouses interested in train-

ing for growing, portable career fields!

The MyCAA funding program was restarted in October of 2010 and offers up to $4000 for military spouses.

The funding covers the training costs of eligible military spouses as they're working toward gaining the skills

they need to find jobs in growing career fields that have opportunities nationwide and can transfer with them.

The Career Step training programs are completely covered by MyCAA funding, meaning that eligible mili-

tary spouses can train online through Career Step with no out-of-pocket expenses. You can choose from any

of the online Career Step programs and courses and be career ready in just a few months.

MyCAA-Approved, Online Programs:

Administrative Assistant

Medical Administrative Assistant

Medical Coding and Billing

Medical Transcription and Editing

Microsoft Office 2007

Pharmacy Technician

For more information visit www.careetstep.com/mycaa or call 1-800-411-707

Military Spouses Get Help With

Professional License

The State Liaison and Educational Opportunity office, an office of the DoD Military Community and Family

Policy Office at the Pentagon, announced today that 16 states have adopted laws, or are close to doing so, to

make it easier for military Spouses to work in their career fields.

Thanks to input from National Military Family Association (NMFA) members and Facebook fans, these or-

ganizaions helped convince seven states to expand professional license opportunities for military Spouses. In

partnership with the Department of Defense State Liaison Office (DSLO), these offices provided testimony

and anecdotal stories from military Spouses to enact state legislation. DSLO and the NMFA promoted two

strategies for mitigating the licensing challenges. The first, and favorite, is for states to permit licenses by en-

dorsement of the last state license. The second option allows a temporary license to expedite the Spouse’s

employment options. States that have enacted laws for endorsement of licenses, or those waiting for a gover-

nor’s signature, are Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Carolina, New York and Texas. States that

allow temporary licenses are Alaska, Florida, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, South Carolina and Tennessee. Utah

allows nonresident military Spouses to use out-of-state licenses, and Virginia allows military Spouses who

leave the state to re-use the license upon their return.

For more info you can email: info@militaryfamily.org <mailto:info@militaryfamily.org> or read the DoD press article at:

http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=64285

The ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence

and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers

The ability to lift and/or move up to 40 lbs

The ability to bend, twist, and stand to perform normal job functions

HMSHost offers great benefits, including advancement opportunities!

For detailed information on this opportunity and to apply online, visit

www.hmshost.com/careers. Click on "Hourly Positions," then enter Job Number

112535. Or you may apply to the direct link below:

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EOE M/F/D/V A Drug-Free Environment

Pre-employment drug screenings & background checks will be performed on all

candidates. Additional pre-employment testing based on brand requirements

may apply

Employment Opportunities

WAREHOUSE CLERK - F/T

(Job # 112535)

Honolulu International Airport

At HMSHost, we have exciting career opportunities for customer friendly people. With more than 200 loca-

tions in the U.S., including airports, motorways, malls and specialty destinations, we have a place near you

where your career can take off. HMSHost operates in more than 100 airports around the globe, including the

20 busiest airports in North America. With annualsales in excess of $2.7 billion, we employ more than 34,000

sales associates worldwide.

The Warehouse Clerk is responsible for assisting the Warehouse Manager with day-to-day functions of the

warehouse. Responsibilities include working with the location merchandise and resolving issues using the

retail management system; performing all other responsibilities as directed by the business or as assigned by

management. This is a non-exempt position and typically reports to Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager,

or General Manager depending upon local requirements.

Specifically, the Warehouse Clerk will:

Receive and store merchandise according to company standards.

Ticket according to branch standards for accuracy and timeliness.

Review in-coming orders and advise Merchandise and/or Warehouse Manager of

errors and questions and assist in resolutions when appropriate.

Ensure that information from related ordering and receiving forms are

processed according to company standards and are correctly entered into the

Retail Management System.

Update information in the RMS as needed and produce appropriate reports.

Stock, date, rotate, and check temperature of product

Qualifications include:

A minimum of 0-1 year of warehousing experience The ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions,

short correspondence

and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers

The ability to lift and/or move up to 40 lbs

The ability to bend, twist, and stand to perform normal job functions

HMSHost offers great benefits, including advancement opportunities!

For detailed information on this opportunity and to apply online, visit

www.hmshost.com/careers. Click on "Hourly Positions," then enter Job Number

Medical Job Opportunities

Health Care Careers Home

Immediate Openings in Many Locations!

Be one of 45,000 Army Civilians providing quality, world class health care throughout the U.S., Europe and

the Pacific.

All Army hospitals are accredited to the same standards as U.S. civilian hospitals by the Joint Commission on

Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.

Join one of the biggest health care networks in the world, serving over 5 million beneficiaries. Practice your

specialty in world-renowned hospitals, clinics and health care facilities using the latest technologies and

practices.

You can make the critical difference to U.S. Army soldiers and their family

members.

Check out this link: http://medcell.army.mil/

Studio Appreciation Advanced Prescreening

Saturday July 9th

SGT Smith Theatre

Check out this online "KMC Summer Fun" deal that can't be beat!

Stay 3 nights or more and receive $100 KMC Aloha Dollars! Good for dining, tours, recreation, and retail

services. (Certain restrictions apply.)

Make your reservations today at www.kmc-volcano.com.

Eligible KMC patrons may also sponsor family and friends to stay at KMC! Call (808) 967-8333 or direct

dial from Oahu at 488-6707 for details.

PLEASE NOTE: Offer is subject to availability at time of booking. Applies only to new reservations booked

online; beginning June 22, 2011. For 3-night stays or more from June 22 - August 31, 2011. One lodging dis-

count per stay. May not be combined with any other KMC specials, offers, etc. Does not apply to group reser-

vations. Offer is non-transferable. No cash value. Special may be subject to change without notice.

Date: Saturday July 9, 2011

Showtime: 1800 hours

Doors open: 1600 hours. snacks, trivia, costume (movie theme) contest

Tickets Available: Schofield Food Court, Popeye's / BK, Exchange Customer Service, Tripler Food Court (limit 10 per per-

son; must have valid Military/DOD ID)

Because this is a FREE screening provided by Warner Brothers Pictures, contract dictates the name of the movie cannot be

printed in the newspaper or on the internet.

Banners at the Exchange and the theater reveal the name of the movie. "Are there any Harry Potter fans in the house?"

KMC Summer Fun Deal!

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New to Hawaii?

RELOCATION READINESS PROGRAM

If you are new to Hawaii or getting ready to PCS to your next duty station the Relocation Readiness Program

at ACS is designed to minimize the stress of relocation by offering information, resources and online tools to

educate and empower Soldiers and Family members so they are able to make informed decisions that will

help to ease the moving process.

Services include Relocation Planning, Welcome Information, New Comer Orientation, Island Tour, Hawaiian

Cultural workshops, Lending Closet, Immigration application assistance, Plan My Move (online resource in-

formation tool) and Sponsorship training.

LENDING CLOSET

Basic household goods items are available to borrow while waiting for your personal household goods to arrive or during departure. Kits are available based on Family size and include: pots and pans, dishes, silverware, small appli-cances, irons, iron boards, portacribs, high chairs, and car seats. Towels, linens, pillows are not available, so these items should be packed in your hold baggage. ID Card and Copy of Orders required.

Locations: ACS Schofield Barracks 2091 Kolekole Ave Hours of Operation: 0830 – 1530 ACS Fort Shafter, Aloha Center

Bldg 330 Hours of Operation: 0830-1530

MULTICULTURAL SERVICES Citizen Immigration Services– upon request, reviews documentation for accuracy to facilitate the citizenship

process for the Families. are provided with information and referral resources.

English as a Second Language– Classes are offered to international spouses and active duty military who want

ot increase their reading comprehension, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Classes are appropriate for beginning,

intermediate and advanced levels with individualized group instruction

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE ABOVE CONATACT ACS AT 655-4227

MWR

Learn to Swim - HMR Session #2: 6-16 Jul (Register 1-5 Jul). AMR Ses-sion #2: 18-30 Jul (Register 2-15 Jul). TAMC Session #3: 11-22 Jul (Register 5 & 7Jul). Richardson Pool Session #5: 11-21 July (Register 2 & 3 July). Visit himwr.com for registration hours. Registration is on a first come first serve basis. Children must be registered with CYSS and card must be shown in order to register for classes.

Family Fun Friday - Enjoy FREE pizza and activities at the Tropics Recreation Center, 1800, 1 &

15 Jul. For additional details, call 655-5698. Kids Bowl FREE at SB or FS Bowling Centers - Kids up to age 15 bowl FREE until 29 Jul. Sign up and receive weekly coupons through email on where your child can bowl 2 FREE games Mon-day through Friday during designated hours. Normal shoe rental rates apply. For additional, de-tails visit kidsbowlfree.com/BowlArmyHI. Open Mic Night - Show off your talent no matter what it is and enjoy an evening of food and drink

specials every first and third Tuesday of the month at the Tropics Recreation Center. Save the dates: 5 and 19 Jul. Creative Art Journaling - RELEASE your stress and pent up emotions! RELAX through Creative

Art Journaling….a thoughtful, more artful path towards discovering your inner feelings. Learn scrapbooking techniques on a different level. Teens and adults welcome. Visit with us once and you will be back for more!! The cost for 10 sessions is just $30. Call 655-4202 for specific class date and time. Texas Hold’em at the Tropics Recreation Center - Join us, every third Thursday of the month or

on 12 Jul for poker. The FUN starts at 1800 at the Tropics Recreation Center, Schofield Barracks. Live on the south side of the island? Join us every first Wednesday of the month or on 6 July for Texas Hold’em at the Hale Ikena. This great FREE monthly tournament lets you test your skills against the best of the best Army players around! All ID card holders 18 and older are welcome; it’s FREE with no buy in. Call 655-5698 for information. Bunco at the Tropics - Put your game face on and come to the Tropics on 6 Jul where the FUN starts at 1800. All ID card holders 18 and older are welcome. Call 655-5698 for information. Mini Flag Football - Does your little one show interest in sports? If so we can help. Mini Flag

Football registration ends 12 Jul. Stop by Schofield Barracks or AMR Parent Central Services to register. Children born 2006 – 2007 are eligible. Cost is $15. Please call your area Youth Sports Office, 655-6465 (SB) or 836-1923 (AMR) for more information.

MWR

Adventure Surfing Lessons - Are you comfortable in the water

and ready to take the next step? If so, let Outdoor Recreation as-sist you with your adventures on 9 Jul, from 1830-1130 for a surf-ing lesson. The cost is $48. For more information or to register please call 655-0143. Adult Book Club at the Fort Shafter Library - Join our lively dis-

cussion of the “Lincoln Lawyer” (now a major motion picture) by Michael Connelly at our next book club meeting from 1530-1700

on 10 Jul. Oogles N Googles at the SGT Yano Library - Oogles n Googles will present preschool enrich-ment programs on 13 Jul at 1000. These programs are open to pre-school age children, 3-5 years old. Teen/EDGE Outdoor Adventure - Teens stay active and learn how to surf with EDGE and Out-door Recreation on 13 Jul, 0800-1200. For more information or to register, call 655-0143. Hobbies and Crafts Database at the SGT Yano Library - Calling all adults and teens! Join us at the library and learn about Hobbies & Crafts Database on 19 Jul, from 1400-1600. This database has tons of projects, books, and videos to help you feed your creative side. You’ll review the data-base and complete one of their awesome projects. Call to register or message us on Facebook (Hawaii Army Libraries). Laptops are suggested, but not necessary. Research Your Medical Needs at the SGT Yano Library - Consumer Health Complete provides easy access to consumer-oriented health and medical information. Search and browse within medical encyclopedias, popular reference books, and magazine articles. Join us on 21 Jul, 1400-1800, for a hands-on session. For more information, please call 655-8001. 10 Mile Race Around Wheeler - Test your endurance with the Army Hawaii 10-Mile Race around Wheeler on 23 Jul. The event is FREE for Active Duty Soldiers and costs just $8 for all other eligi-ble runners. Event t-shirts will be available for purchase for an additional $10. The fee for Blue Star Card holders is $10 with t-shirt. This event is a qualifier for Active Duty Soldiers interested in representing Team Army Hawaii in the Army Ten Miler taking place 9 Oct 11. Visit himwr.com for more details or call 655-9650.

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Anger Awareness - Would you like to be able to control your temper better? Wish you didn't

yell so much? We can help! In our 1-hour interactive class you can learn useful techniques to cope with feelings of anger and keep that temper under control. Call 655-0596 for more informa-tion.

Date: 21 July Time: 1500-1630 Place: ACS, SB Date: 21 July Time: 1300-1430 Place: AMR Community Center Daddy Boot Camp for New Dads - Offers hands on training so new dads can be confident and effective parents. To register, call 655-0596. Date: 9 July Time: 0900-1230 Place: Fort Shafter Aloha Center Dad’s Den - Calling all new and seasoned dads to come and join us for a new support group that's just for you and we will discuss issues that are relevant to fathers in our community. For more information call John Ahokovi at 655-6215. Date: 12 July Time: 1200 & 1800 Place: ACS, SB Date: 26 July Time: 1200 & 1800 Place: Fort Shafter Aloha Center Summer Break Home Alone Awareness Workshop - This workshop is geared toward children 9-11 and will be full of interactive activities that teach children how to make responsible decisions when staying at home alone. Lunch will be provided. For more information please call 655-0596. Date: 6 July Time: 0900-1400 Place: Kalakaua Community Center

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Couples Workshop: “Hot Monogamy - This exciting and innovative workshop will show how

any couple can combine the security of a long-term relationship with the heat and passion of a revitalized romance! Couples will learn to reignite passion and have healthy, romantic fun TO-GETHER! Couples do not have to attend together but it is recommended. Date: 13 July Time: 1300-1430 Place: Ft Shafter Aloha Center Date: 20 July Time: 1300-1430 Place: ACS, SB Become a ScreamFree Parent - This is a four-part parenting curriculum that focuses on helping parents stay calm and connected to their children so that they can create loving and meaningful relationships. ScreamFree Parenting is the principle-based relationship approach that has al-ready brought peace to thousands of families. For more information please call 655-0596. Date: 7 July Time: 1800-1930 Place: ACS, SB

Potty Training Your Toddler is back at Schofield Barracks - Learn what to expect when potty training your little one. Discover basic tips to reaching this milestone while understanding the uniqueness in each child’s growth and development. For more information please call 655-0596. Date: 8 July Time: 0900-1100 Location: ACS, SB

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NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (NPSP) Newborn Care I and II - Taking care of a newborn for the first time can be scary for any parent.

Come learn the basics of newborn care to make the early months special for you and your baby. Newborn Care provides tips about everything from holding your baby to diapering and bathing. This class is a two part series that is offered every month, so if a parent misses a class they can catch it in our other location or just wait until the following month. Call 655-4227 for more information. Newborn Care I Date: 5 July Time: 0900-1100 Place: Kalakaua Community Center Newborn Care II Date: 12 July Time: 0900-1100 Place: Kalakaua Community Center Infant Massage - Learn the basics and benefits of infant massage. Call 655-4227 for information.

Date: 8 July Time: 0900-1100 Place: Kalakaua Community Center NOTE: FOR ALL THE NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM CLASSES, PLEASE CALL 655-4227 FOR MORE INFORMATION Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) EFMP Family Swim - Families with special needs individuals are invited to enjoy an afternoon of swimming. One Family member must be enrolled in EFMP. The event is free, but sign up is re-quired. Contact ACS EFMP at 655-4227 for more information or reservations.

Date: 22 July Time: 1430-1700 Place: Richardson Pool

Date: 29 July Time: 1430-1700 Place: TAMC Swimming Pool.

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ACS EFMP continues their partnership with the Community Chaplains and the Children’s Commu-nity Council to offer Autism Support Groups. The groups provide Families with an opportunity to share experiences, gather new information, and become knowledgeable about community resources. Onsite child care will be available but children must be registered with CYSS Kids on Site and sign up is required. Contact ACS EFMP at 655-4791 or 655-1551 for more information. Date: 19 July Time: 1800-1900 Place: AMR Chapel Date: 27 July Time: 1800-1930 Place: SB Chapel ACS EFMP continues their partnership with the Community Chaplains to offer a Down Syndrome Support Group. The group provides Families with an opportunity to share experiences, gather new information, and become knowledgeable about community resources. Contact ACS EFMP at 655-4791 or 655-1551 for more information. Date: 6 July Time: 1800-1900 Place: SB Chapel Money Matters First Term Financial Training - First Term Soldiers and Families undergo several financial changes in a short period of time. This workshop focuses on basic financial skills to help develop self-reliance and personal responsibility. The goal is to encourage these Soldiers and Families to understand their personal finances and learn tools for financial success. This is a mandatory pro-gram of instruction for First Term Soldiers. A certificate is awarded to each participant who com-pletes the 8 hours of instruction. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 21 July Time: 0800-1600 Place: Fort Shafter Aloha Center, Room 111, Bldg 330

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All About Credit - Good or bad, your credit history follows you in many walks of life. It determines

your interest rates, fees, and can even impact your career. This workshop focuses on establishing good credit and what to do to raise your credit rating. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 6 July Time: 0900-1030 Location: ACS, SB Managing Your Checking Account - How many times a day do you swipe your debit card? Learn

how to track your purchases and maintain your checking account. This class also covers how to choose the right bank for your needs. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 6 July Time: 1030-1200 Place: ACS, SB Money Management - The best way to accomplish your dreams is to start with a plan. Learn how

to decrease your expenses and make your money work for you. This workshop focuses on the ba-sic tools for financial success. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 13 July Time: 0900-1030 Place: ACS, SB Secrets of Car Buying - Learn how to negotiate the best deal and find out how much car you can

afford. Leave this workshop confident in the process of financing, purchasing, and trading-in-your vehicle. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 13 July Time: 1030-1200 Location: ACS, SB Understanding Insurance and Scams - Do you have enough information to protect yourself from financial scams and unnecessary insurance? This course will explore various types of insurance and scams that target the military community. Date: 20 July Time: 1030-1200 Date: ACS, SB

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First Term Financial Training - First Term Soldiers and Families undergo several financial

changes in a short period of time. This workshop focuses on basic financial skills to help develop self-reliance and personal responsibility. The goal is to encourage these Soldiers and Families to understand their personal finances and learn tools for financial success. This is a mandatory pro-gram of instruction for First Term Soldiers. A certificate is awarded to each participant who com-pletes the 8 hours of instruction. Call 655-4227 for more information. Dates: 11 & 25 July Time: 0830-1600 Place: ACS, SB Money Management - The best way to accomplish your dreams is to start with a plan. Learn how to decrease your expenses and make your money work for you. This workshop focuses on the ba-sic tools for financial success. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 27 July Time: 0900-1030 Place: ACS, SB Simple Tips for Saving & Investing - Do you want to be a millionaire? This workshop describes the various tools for saving and investing, including a broad overview of investment options (i.e., stocks, bonds, and mutual funds) to help you get where you want to be. Date: 27July Time: 1030-1200 Place: ACS, SB The Financial Readiness Program has one-on-one personal financial counseling available by ap-pointment. Call 655-4227 to schedule your appointment today. Work and Careers Employment Orientation - Kick start your job search in Hawaii! Get employment information on Federal, State, private sector and staffing agencies. Check out the reference materials, job listings, computers, etc., that are always available for use. Call 655-4227 to register today. Dates: 1, 8, 15, 29 July Time: 0900-1030 Place: ACS, SB

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Federal Resume Writing Seminar - Learn how to tailor your resume for a federal job, gain helpful tips on job searching in the federal sector as well as how to prepare for an interview. Call 655-4227 to register today. Dates: 21, 22 July Time: 0900-1100 Place: ACS, SB

Civilian Resume Writing - Learn how to tailor your resume for a civilian sector job, gain helpful

tips on job searching in the civilian sector as well as how to prepare for an interview. Call 655-4227

to register today.

Date: 28 July Time: 0900-1030 Place: ACS, SB Army Family Team Building (AFTB)

Army life can be a jungle so let AFTB help you navigate through the rough terrain. Whether you are new to the Army or have been around awhile, we have something for everyone. We even have opportunities for you to become a part of the AFTB team as a volunteer! AFTB Level I, Survivor is designed to introduce you to the military lifestyle and also serves as a “refresher” course for what to expect even if you’ve been around the Army for a while! You will learn the ropes, share experiences, increase your knowledge about the Army lifestyle, and meet new people. Learn the jungle language, learn how to get into your community and get involved. Call Ferne Con-roy, ACS AFTB Program Manager at 655-1703 or email ferne.r.conroy@us.army.mil to register. Dates: 12 & 13 July Time: 0900-1230 Place: ACS, SB

Making a Move ACS Island Tour - New to the Hawaii? Spend a day in Paradise on our Free ACS Island Tour. Get your boarding passes today! Seating is limited. Call 655-4227 to make reservations. Dates: 9 & 23 July Time: 0800-1600 Place: ACS, SB

Date: 16 July Time: 0800-1600 Place: Fort Shafter Flats, Bldg 1599 Sponsorship Training - This training helps sponsors understand that good sponsorship can make a difference in helping Soldiers and Families make a smooth transition to Hawaii. The Relocation Readiness team is available to provide you with tips and resources. For more information or to schedule a Sponsorship Training, call 655-4227. SFAC has a Spouses Group - 19 Jul from 1730-2000; Small Business Seminar (SCORE) on 26

Jul from 1730-1930. Both activities will be held at the SFAC, Bldg 692. Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) The Survivor Support Group will meet the second Tuesday of each month, 1730-2000 hours, at

the SOS Center, Fort Shafter Aloha Center, Room 111, Bldg 330. Friday with Friends Survivor Support Group will meet the second and fourth Fridays from 0900-1200 through August. The group will meet at the SOS Center with in the Fort Shafter Aloha Cen-ter, Room 111, Bldg 330. Call 438-9285 to learn more and / or to participate. Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) and Operation Military Kids (OMK) cordially invite you to the 2011 SOS/OMK Family Camp. Our camp is for Families with children and teens (infants to age 19) who have lost a parent or sibling while in the Armed Forces, including Hawaii National Guard, and all component Reserves. This camp provides the opportunity for Families to participate in activities that rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit in a relaxing, fun, and supportive environment. Children will experience fun activities like yoga, creative art, crab hunting, a rope course, swimming and in-formal educational opportunities. The camp will also provide Families the opportunity to meet other children and teens who have lost a parent while in the Armed Forces. Dates: 15-17 July 2011 Place: Camp Erdman, Waialua, HI Cost: FREE

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