Totally Lit!

Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.

Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Designed for babies and toddlers, this storytime uses simple books, music, and movement to introduce our youngest listeners to storytime. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs! For children ages 0-2, and their caregivers.

Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 0-2 and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Wed, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 2-5).

Wed, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills to our youngest customers.

Wed, Jul 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch

Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills which help children become ready to read and promote school readiness. Join in the fun with Ms. Kathy as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

STEM - Science | Fossil Showcase for Kids! - Presented by UGA Geo-Ambassadors

Wed, Jul 15, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills, which help children (ages 3-5) become ready to read and promote school readiness. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and/or participates in developmentally appropriate activities, and sings songs!

Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

UGA Geo-Ambassadors from the UGA Department of Geology present a showcase about fossils and an activity for kids in grades 2-8!

STEM - Science | Ancient Creepy Crawlies

Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us as we learn about the massive insects, arachnids & arthropods that used to crawl - and fly! - across the Earth.

Writing | Dinosaur Field Journals

Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Grayson Branch

Be a paleontologist for a day! Create a new species of dinosaur, record observations about it, and illustrate your findings in a handmade field journal.

Learning Labs | Intro to a Sewing Pattern

Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio

Learn to use a sewing pattern.

Learning Labs | CosMania! Series - Resin Printing for Cosplay

Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Snellville Branch

Need help getting your cosplay ready for CosMania? This session's question topic is Resin Printing, but you can bring questions on any aspect of cosplay.

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Summer Reading | Dino Soap Bars

Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Come learn about how fossils are preserved in amber and make your own soap bar to take home, complete with a special surprise inside!

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Jobs & Careers | Exploring Education - Find Your Major

Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Centerville Branch

Digging down deep to find the right major isn't always easy. This program is designed to help you discover your passions to determine which major fits your goals!

STEM Engineering | Astroid Mining

Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Learn about asteroid mining by designing your own asteroid miner.

STEM - Science | DIY Fossils

Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Come join us to learn about fossils and make your own fossil imprint to take home!

Book Talk | Exploring US History With American Girl

Wed, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn about how children lived at different points of American history through the American Girl book series. This installment focuses on {Felicity/Josefina/Addy/Molly/Melody}.

Community | Family Literacy Volunteer Information Session

Wed, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

Learn more about upcoming Family Literacy volunteer opportunities.

Registration is now closed

Community | School Registration Event - Evento de Registro Escolar

Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

Need help signing up your child for school? Join us for this event, where we will assist you in the registration process. ¿Necesita ayuda para inscribir a su hijo en la escuela? Únase a nosotros en este evento donde lo ayudaremos en el proceso de registro.

STEM - Science | Layers of the Earth

Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

Learn about the layers of the Earth and do a hands-on activity demonstrating what you learned.

Summer Reading | Dinosaur Steps!

Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.

Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

STOMP into the library and show off your best dinosaur walk!

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing

Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace,Snellville Recording Studio

Learn the basics of 3D printing!

STEM - Science | School Age Science - The Earth in the Time of Dinosaurs

Wed, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Calling all children in grades 1-5! Join us to practice your reading skills with a Reading Buddy! Sessions will run on a first come, first served basis.

Wed, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Have you ever wondered how Earth has changed in the last 65 million years? Join us as we learn about the Earth when dinosaurs existed!

Literacy | Reading Buddies Summer Session

Wed, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies. Sessions last 30 minutes and are first come first serve.

Wed, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

Wed, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree from an experienced researcher.

Gaming | Chess Tournament (Children)

Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Duluth Branch

Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Test your chess skills against fellow players in the Summer Duluth Children's Chess Tournament. Sign-up required.

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Gaming | Chess Tournament (Adult)

Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Duluth Branch

Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Test your chess skills against fellow players in the Summer Duluth Adult Chess Tournament. Sign-up required.

Registration is now closed

Literacy | Drop-In Reading Buddies

Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep

Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Are you beginning or in the process of becoming a United States citizen? Register for our six-week course covering all topics related to the citizenship exam and interview.

Registration is now closed

Health & Wellness | Dino Yoga Storytime

Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca to calm your dinosaur roar with yoga! We will read, sing, and learn basic yoga poses and mindfulness exercises during this energetic storytime to practice building resilience in kids.

Language Learning | Basic Korean

Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

Interested in learning a new language? Join us to learn Korean in a fun and welcoming setting with a bilingual instructor.

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Jobs & Career | Resume Rehab - AI Strategies for Career Management

Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join our workshop and update your career management skills. Learn about current best practices!

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Early Learning | Evening Storytime

Wed, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a special evening storytime with books, songs, and rhymes; pajamas and stuffies are encouraged! For children of all ages from 0-5 with a caregiver.

Book Club | The Murder With Friends Chapter! - Our Virtual Murder Mystery Book Club

Wed, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join us for a friendly and enlightening discussion about "The Fallen" by David Baldacci.

Early Learning| Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Join Ms. Nikki for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. This program is intended for preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.

Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Bring your little paleontologists out and join us for preschool storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for Preschool Storytime! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and crafts to prepare your preschooler for Kindergarten, this program is designed to meet the developmental needs of preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Peachtree Corners Branch

For kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.

Book Club | Mystery Book Club

Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

The GCPL Puppeteers bring stories to life with puppets, silly antics, music and more...

Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us on the third Thursday of every month to discuss a preselected Mystery book. This month's book is Murder Takes a Vacation by Laura Lippman

Early Learning | Baby and Me Storytime

Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a special storytime just for babies (pre-walkers) designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!

Early Learning | Summer Family Storytime

Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come join us for a Summer Storytime at Norcross! Let's read some fun family stories with fun songs for movement and engagement!

Health & Wellness | Library Play Day - with LiveHealthy Gwinnett

Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join LiveHealthy Gwinnett for a Library Play Day where families can enjoy interactive health lessons, fun games, crafts and more!

Culture | Write like an Egyptian Hieroglyphics

Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn about Hieroglyphics, an ancient writing alphabet from the Egyptians. These artifacts found by Archaeologists tell us many facts from Egyptian culture. You also write your own secret message in hieroglyphics to take home!

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!

Health & Wellness | Taichi

Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us for Taichi at the library! This progressive Chen Style series introduces gentle, meditative movements that can build physical strength, improve balance, and reduce stress.

STEM - Technology | Smartphone Photo Editing

Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn to edit your mobile photos like a pro! Join expert imaging specialist David Schilling for a hands-on workshop on smartphone photo editing.

Arts | Kids Dino Rock Painting

Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a fun, hands-on dinosaur rock painting activity with exciting dinosaur facts.

STEM - Science | Prehistoric Explorers - A 7-Week Dino STEM Series

Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Prehistoric Explorers is a 7-week STEM adventure camp that invites students on an exciting journey into the world of dinosaurs. Through hands-on activities and interactive exploration, participants discover what dinosaurs were, how fossils form, and the legacy these prehistoric creatures left behind.

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Culture | Break-in Room: National Treasure

Thu, Jul 16, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Five Forks Branch

The GCPL Puppeteers bring stories to life with puppets, silly antics, music and more...

Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

See if you have what it takes to steal the Declaration of Independence. Solve puzzles, evade security before time runs out.

Book Club | The Next Chapter

Thu, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss Beatriz Williams' "Our Woman in Moscow".

Summer Reading | Unearth Your Gem

Thu, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Centerville Branch

The GCPL Puppeteers bring stories to life with puppets, silly antics, music and more...

Thu, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Discover a hidden gem at the library! Break down a rock with various tools to reveal a surprise stone, then learn how to identify your gem like a real geologist! We'll also discover another hidden gem, Brainfuse, an online library resource that is a comprehensive learning platform!

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Arts | DIY Neon Dino

Thu, Jul 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Unearth a dinosaur using neon wire! Create a light-up piece of art to take home.

Computer Literacy | Como Manejar Google Workspace

Thu, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Únete a nosotros para aprender habilidades básicas de Google Workspace en español. Vamos a concentrarnos en Google Drive y Google Calendar. [Join us to learn Google Workspace basics in Spanish. We will focus on Google Drive and Google Calendar.]

Learning Labs | Podcasting For Your Business

Thu, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Centerville Branch - Centerville Makerspace and Recording Studio

Learn the basics of making a podcast to promote your business!

STEM - Technology | Smart Travels: - Using AI To Plan Your Perfect Vacation

Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Discover how to use AI tools like Google Gemini and ChatGPT to research destinations, build custom itineraries, and find hidden gems. Perfect for tech-curious travelers looking to streamline their next trip!

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen

Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Attend this weekly program to begin learning how to write original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged.

Author Talk | Grace Helena Walz - Pretty As A Peach

Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Author Grace Helena Walz discusses her novel, "Pretty As A Peach," a story about enduring friendship that paints a vivid portrait of choosing bravery in the midst of uncertainty and reminds us that the sweetest things in life are worth fighting for.

Writing | Universal Scribbles - Unearth a Story

Fri, Jul 17, All day

Virtual

Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is Unearth a Story. Registration Required.

Fri, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

The GCPL Puppeteers bring stories to life with puppets, silly antics, music and more...

Summer Reading | Fossil Fest

Fri, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.

Fri, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Calling all preschool paleontologists for a Fossil Fest! We will learn about fossils through a story, craft, and activity stations! This program is geared towards 4 to 5 year olds and their caregivers to help get them ready for school.

Learning Labs | CosMania Series - Intro to Tinkercad

Fri, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace

This Cosmania session focuses on how to begin 3D modeling to create props and accessories for your cosplays.

Education | Dinosaur Diorama

Fri, Jul 17, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

The GCPL Puppeteers bring stories to life with puppets, silly antics, music and more...

Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Snellville Branch

Do you love dinosaurs? Do you love building? Join us for a Dino-mite Adventure at our upcoming library program, where we'll be turning ordinary cardboard into extraordinary prehistoric worlds!

Genealogy | Genealogy Basics

Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dacula Branch

Would you like to know more about the genealogy resources available at the library? Come to the library and learn how to best utilize our genealogy resources.

Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics

Fri, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio

A hands-on program showing how to operate a sewing machine. Space is limited, so registration is required.

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Fri, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

The GCPL Puppeteers bring stories to life with puppets, silly antics, music and more...

Early Learning | Ballet and Books - Dancing Dinosaurs

Sat, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

The GCPL Puppeteers bring stories to life with puppets, silly antics, music and more...

Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Centerville Branch

What do books and ballet have in common? Both tell stories! Come learn ballet at your local library.

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.

Education | Revolutionary War Fashion for Women

Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us for this special Program to learn more about the colonies in 1776 and what fashion was 250 years ago.

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Have a shy or nervous reader? A patient and furry friend would like to hear your child read their favorite story to them.

Learning Labs | Python Crash Course

Sat, Jul 18, 12:30pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn Python programming in less than five hours! This four-hour crash course will cover everything you need to write your first simple programs and understand how Python works.

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Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.

Writing | Writers Workshop

Sat, Jul 18, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Suwanee Branch

The GCPL Puppeteers bring stories to life with puppets, silly antics, music and more...

Sat, Jul 18, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn about the craft and business of writing with the Atlanta Writers Club.

Author Talk | Amena Brown - Never Tell a Black Girl How to Black Girl

Sat, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch - Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Meeting Room

Amena Brown discusses her essay collection, "Never Tell a Black Girl How to Black Girl," featuring essential tales about growing up in the South and the joy and beauty of being a Black girl.

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Writing | Universal Scribbles - Unearth a Story

Sat, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

The GCPL Puppeteers bring stories to life with puppets, silly antics, music and more...

Gaming | Chess Club

Sun, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Grayson Branch

Checkmate boredom and join us for Chess Club, where strategy, skill, and friendly competition come together! Whether you're a grandmaster in the making or just learning the moves, this is the perfect place to play, learn, and challenge yourself in a welcoming environment.

Mon, Jul 20, All day

Virtual

Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is Unearth a Story. Registration Required.

Early Learning | Baby and Me

Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for a special lap-sit storytime for infants. This program introduces books, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Baby & Me

Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for a special tummy time just for babies, designed to help them feel comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Mon, Jul 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under with a caregiver.

Early Learning | Baby and Me

Mon, Jul 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5, and an accompanying adult(s).

Mon, Jul 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us for a special storytime just for babies (pre-walkers) designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Snellville Branch

Practice conversational English with non-native speakers. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words. Learn about your local library and the free digital resources.

Early Learning | Solarriffic Storytime - Moon & Space Exploration

Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to our Solarriffic Storytime! Today's Storytime theme is Space, Stars, Planets, and Astronauts.

Early Learning | Kindergarten, Here We Come

Mon, Jul 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Let's get ready for the upcoming school year! Come join us for an extra boost before school, practice our ABCs & Numbers, as well as work on our fine motor skills in a fun and educational way!

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