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JUNE |
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Spring Sky Watch
Can you tell the difference between a star and a planet? The Crew Astronomy Club teaches you how. Use telescopes to search the sky for constellations, Venus and Saturn. Take a close-up look at the moon. Bring binoculars and dress for the spring weather. An indoor program is held if the weather doesn't cooperate. You may call the park to schedule a Sky Watch program just for your group.
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April, 2008 – October, 2008
(Held on the 3rd Friday of each month from Spring through Fall.)
Appomattox Cheerz
Abbitt Memorial Park
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-2621
This fun filled Appomattox event is held at Abbitt Memorial Park in historic downtown Appomattox from 5pm - 8:30pm. Live performances from local bands, great food and fun for the entire family. Admission. For more information call (434)352-2621 |
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| 6: The annual Relay for Life is held on the first Friday night in June to raise money for the American Cancer Society. This event starts at 7 p.m. and continues through the night at Powhatan Elementary School. If rain is in the forecast, the Relay is held at Powhatan High School. 804-598-3074 |
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| 7: Herb Festival. MacCallum More Museum and Garden Events. Call 434.372.0502 for more info. |
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| 14: Spring Gala at the Mecklenburg Country Club. MacCallum More Museum and Garden Events. Call 434.372.0502 for more info. |
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| 15 - 16: “Opening Assaults at Petersburg,” anniversary ranger programs at the Petersburg National Battlefield. Free with admission. www.nps.gov/pete or 804-732-3531. |
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T.B.A. Annual Relay For Life for
The American Cancer Society at
Shaver Field in Clarksville, VA
Karla Gravitt – 434-738-374-4323 |
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| 20 - 23: Tour, “The Road to Appomattox,” visits sites from Petersburg to Appomattox with Chris Calkins. www.shencivilwar.org or 540-433-2275. |
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21: Dear friends and volunteers of Sailor's Creek Battlefield:
The staff here would like to cordially invite you to our Friends Group and Volunteer Appreciation Cookout at Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park. We would like to show our appreciation to those volunteers who have helped us out in the past and recruit members for our new Friends of Sailor's Creek Battlefield group. The cookout will be held outside the Hillsman House on June 21st 2008 from noon until 3 PM; hamburgers, hotdogs, potato salad, and drinks will be provided. Please RSVP by June 18th. If you are a member of a large group, please send an estimation of how many will attend. For more information & to RSVP, call Twin Lakes State Park at (434) 392-3435 or email christopher.joyner@dcr.virginia.gov
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21-22: 12th Annual Civil War Weekend at Pamplin Historical Park.
The rattle of musketry and the roar of cannon rally visitors to this
educational and entertaining commemoration of the Civil War era. Living
history demonstrations, lectures and book signings, storytelling, and
musical performances engage all your senses and help the Civil War era
come to life.
For more information, (804) 861-2408; www.pamplinpark.org.
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| 28: Sailor's Creek Battlefield Jr. Rangers -
Come earn your Junior Ranger patch at Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park. On Saturday June 28, 2008 from 1 PM until 4 PM, children ages 7-11 will make Civil War crafts, eat food from the era, and play games. Meet at the picnic area beside the Hillsman House.The fee for the program is $2/person or $6/family. Please sign up in advance by calling Twin Lakes State Park at (434) 392-3435 or emailing Chris Joyner at christopher.joyner@dcr.virginia.gov . |
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| James River Bateaux Festival – Every year beginning on the weekend of Father’s Day in June, people from all over Virginia set out on a week long adventure on the James River. The bateaux were used to transport goods and people along the river from the 1700’s up until the early 1900’s. The journey begins in Lynchburg and ends some 120 miles down the river at Maiden’s Landing in Powhatan. 434-528-3950 |
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| The Powhatan Civil War Roundtable meets once monthly to discuss all aspects of the American Civil War for educational purposes. It is open to all adults and children 10 and older. Membership is encouraged, but not required.Contact Elmore Cook 804-598-1159 for more information. Or log onto www.powhatancwrt.com |
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JULY |
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| 3: Annual Picnic in the Park –
Sponsor, Town of South Hill, 6:30 – 10:00 pm, Parker Park in South Hill. Free Music, Fireworks & Games for the kids. 434-447-4547 |
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4 - 7: Fourth of July Weekend Activities
Visit this weekend for exciting events and programs. Join us around the campfire Friday night for s’mores to learn about the weekend's activities. On Saturday from 3-5 p.m., come to the Nature Center for tie dying, a watermelon seed spitting contest for the kids, volleyball and horseshoes tournaments and more. Take in an outdoor bluegrass concert on Saturday night, and be sure to sign up early for the Sunday night Owls by Wagon ride. Visit "Treasure Island" in a canoe, kayak or tube and learn about the James River. The park's canoe livery rents canoes, kayaks, tubes and bicycles, and offers shuttle services. Call the livery at (434) 933-8682 for holiday schedules and availability. Call the Nature Center at (434) 933-4395 about holiday programming.
Time: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Date: July 4 - 7, 2008
Location: Nature Center
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| 17-19: 31st Annual Virginia Lake
Festival. 14 hot-air balloons, live musical entertainment, juried arts & craft show, fireworks over the lake & more. Call the Clarksville Lake Country Chamber of Commerce for more info at 434-374-2436. |
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19: James River Raft Race and Summer Festival
This event promises fun for the whole family. Activities include a fishing clinic, kids fishing derby, game station, river races, car show and live music. Festivities continue throughout the day. The adventurous two-mile race has a variety of categories - canoe, kayak, inflatable craft, and homemade river vessels. Pre-registration is encouraged. Prizes are awarded for the fishing derby and races. Food and drink are available for sale. Rain date is July 26. There's a nominal registration fee.
Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Date: July 19, 2008
Location: Canoe Landing and Green Hill Pond
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20: Thyne Institute Memorial , Media Center Exhibit, Open House on Sunday July 20th
from 3 to 5PM |
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21 - 26: ALIVE by the James
Don't miss this hands-on camp for high school students. The camp focuses on the study of the Chesapeake Bay and its watersheds through intensive study of water quality, soils, forestry and a service learning project along the James River. Participants stay in the park's beautiful cabins. It's $235 per person for the week. Contact Extension Agent Ruth Wallace (434) 969-4261 details and registration information.
Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Date: July 21 - 26, 2008
Location: Cabin 16
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| 24 - 27: Bus tour, "Road to Appomattox," from Petersburg to the surrender. A Civil War Weekend tour. www.civilwarweekend.com or 866-299-8676. |
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| 26 - 27: “The Battle of the Crater,” anniversary ranger programs and tours at the Petersburg National Battlefield. Free with admission. www.nps.gov/pete or call 804-732-3531. |
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| The Powhatan Civil War Roundtable meets once monthly to discuss all aspects of the American Civil War for educational purposes. It is open to all adults and children 10 and older. Membership is encouraged, but not required.Contact Elmore Cook 804-598-1159 for more information. Or log onto www.powhatancwrt.com |
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AUGUST |
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| 1 - 3: George Whitewolf and Wildwest Productions presents the First Indian Powwow and Western Festival at the Heart of Virginia Arena in Prince Edward County. For more information contact: George Whitewolf at 434.946.0421 or WILDWEST PRODUCTIONS at 434.845.0967. |
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| 23 - 24: “Battles of Weldon Railroad and Reams Station,” living history and ranger programs commemorating these Petersburg-area events. www.nps.gov/pete or 804-732-3531. |
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| The Powhatan Civil War Roundtable meets once monthly to discuss all aspects of the American Civil War for educational purposes. It is open to all adults and children 10 and older. Membership is encouraged, but not required.Contact Elmore Cook 804-598-1159 for more information. Or log onto www.powhatancwrt.com |
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SEPTEMBER |
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Aug 30 - Sep 1: Labor Day Weekend Activities
Visit this weekend for exciting events and programs. Friday night join us around the campfire for s’mores and learn about the weekend's activities. Join us on Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Nature Center for tie-dying, a watermelon seed spitting contest for the kids, volleyball and horseshoes tournaments and more. On Saturday and Sunday nights, sign up for the Owls by Wagon ride. Visit "Treasure Island" in a canoe, kayak or tube to learn about the James River. The park's canoe livery rents canoes, kayaks, tubes and bicycles, and offers shuttle services. Call the Canoe Livery at (434) 933-8682 for its holiday schedule and availability Call the Nature Center at (434) 933-4395 about holiday programming.
Time: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Date: August 29 - September 1, 2008
Location: Nature Center
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| Aug 30 - Sep 1: The Powhatan Labor Day parade is held annually on Labor Day in the Village of Powhatan. It has become one of Powhatan’s favorite events. 804-598-2911 |
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| 13: Melodies in the Gardens with Laura Adcock. MacCallum More Museum and Garden Events. Call 434.372.0502 for more info. |
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13: Wildlife Mapping Workshop
Learn how observations in nature help wildlife. Be part of the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries Wildlife Mapping Program. This hands-on workshop covers the skills necessary to capture wildlife observation information in a format useful to the department. Dress for the outdoors and bring a bag lunch. There will be a brief hike following the presentation. The $25 fee covers program materials and supplies. Pre-register to reserve your place. Space is limited.
Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Date: September 13, 2008
Location: Grounds
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22-30:
3rd Annual Members Tour
"The Civil War in the Trans-Mississippi".
Spend an exciting week studying the “other” Civil War—the one fought
west of the Mississippi River in Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, and
Oklahoma. This premium tour includes first-class accommodations and
meals and visits more than a dozen of the most critical historic sites
that made the War in the West unique. Tour starts and ends in Kansas
City. Reservations Required. For more information, (804) 861-2408;
www.pamplinpark.org. |
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| 27: Farmers Day, Centennial
Park in South Hill from 10am-3pm. Antique Tractor Parade, Old Fashion Arts & Crafts, Good food, Music, Fun, Farm Contests for the Kids. Sponsored by South Hill Revitalization Committee. Booth rentals or info call 434-447-4547. |
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| 27: Blue Horse Mukwa Equine Retirement & Rescue Center Open House, Chase City; 10 am - 3:30 pm. Meet the four-legged residents on farm tours; enjoy family entertainment, face painting and games. More info at 434-372-2389. |
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| Powhatan Ruritan Dove Festival 804-598-1159 |
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| The Powhatan Civil War Roundtable meets once monthly to discuss all aspects of the American Civil War for educational purposes. It is open to all adults and children 10 and older. Membership is encouraged, but not required.Contact Elmore Cook 804-598-1159 for more information. Or log onto www.powhatancwrt.com |
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OCTOBER |
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| 3 - 5: Seminar, Civil War Photography, sponsored by the Center for Civil War Photography at Pamplin Historical Park in Petersburg. Sessions will focus on Civil War Petersburg. www.civilwarphotography.org or email gadelman@historyassociates.com. |
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| 4-5: Harvest Days Festival
sponsored by Clarksville Lake Country Chamber of Commerce and Hydroplane Challenge hosted by CEDA. Two full days of vendors & entertainment in downtown Clarksville & NASCAR on the lake with the boat races. For info call 434-374-2436 |
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| 7-11: Annual South Central Fair; family fun sponsored by the South Central Fair Association in Chase City. Grand stand entertainment including demolition derby; rides, food, exhibits. For more info call 434-372-4545 or 434-372-2705. |
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| 11: Annual La Crosse Fall
Festival Sponsored by the La Crosse United Methodist Church in La Crosse, VA from 10a – 3p. Enjoy Crafts, Music, Fun, Auction & Food. Call 434-757-7308 |
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| 17: Annual Autumn Jubilee,
Music & Dancing at the Main St. Pavilion in Chase City. 434-372-0379 |
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17-19:
12th Annual Symposium at Pamplin Historical Park."Naval and Combined Operations in the Civil War".
Join seven of the nation’s most renowned experts at the Park’s Education
Center to discuss the participation of inland and “blue water” navies
during the Civil War. Topics include the CSS Virginia, the campaign for
Wilmington, North Carolina, and blockade running. Meals included.
Reservations Required. For more information, (804) 861-2408; www.pamplinpark.org.
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| 18: Annual Autumn Jubilee in
Chase City – Including Scarecrow
Contest, Pumpkin Chunkin, Bed Race,
Live Music, games, rides, and Food. Sponsored by Chase City Chamber of Commerce. Call 434-372-0379 |
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18: Fall Harvest Festival and Haunted Wagon Ride
Join us for food, live music and good old-fashioned fun for the whole family. Wagon rides to the Tye River Overlook are $3 per person or $8 per family. And don't miss face painting, candle dipping, the corn husking bee, pumpkin painting, butter churning, herbal butter tasting, apple pressing, a corn shelling demonstration, apple bobbing, sack races and corn husk doll making. A nominal fee is charged for pumpkin painting and face painting. Don't miss the bonfire at 6:30. At 7 p.m., haunted wagon rides commence; they're $5 per person.
Time: 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Date: October 18, 2008
Location: Shelter 4
Phone: 434-933-4355 |
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| 23: 4th Annual Monster Mash
Halloween Festival 5 – 8 pm, Market Square, South Hill, VA. Fun & Games, Costume Contest, Food for sale, Music with DJ Shep Moss and more. Free Admission, 434-447-4547 |
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| 25: 32nd Annual Boydton Day
in Boydton, VA. 9 am – 4 pm, Parade
11 am, Arts & Crafts, Food and Fun for booth spaces or information call Town of Boydton, 434-738-0113. |
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25: Autumn Sky Watch
Join the Crew Astronomy Club for an "out of this world" adventure. A moonless October night is ideal for deep sky observation. Learn to search the sky for constellations, nebula and other interesting features of the night sky. Bring binoculars and dress for fall. An indoor program is held if the weather proves uncooperative. You may call the park to schedule a Sky Watch program just for your group.
Time: 7 p.m.
Date: October 25, 2008
Location: Shelter 4
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| 25-26:"Old Time Fair" at Pamplin Historical Park.
By popular demand, the Fair is back in town! Step back to the 19th
century when traveling shows visited small towns across America with “death-defying” acts, musical presentations, midway games, and more. Old
Time Fair is fun and educational for the entire family. For more
information, (804) 861-2408; www.pamplinpark.org. |
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| 25: Powhatan’s Festival of the Grape – This annual event occurs on the last Saturday in October. Virginia wineries are invited to the historic Courthouse Square lawn to allow the public to sample the fruits of their labor. Area artisans and food vendors are also invited to sell their wares. People near and far enjoy a day of wine tasting, live entertainment, shopping, and food. This festival is one of the fastest growing in Virginia. 804-598-2636 or www.powhatanchamberofcommerce.org |
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| The Powhatan Civil War Roundtable meets once monthly to discuss all aspects of the American Civil War for educational purposes. It is open to all adults and children 10 and older. Membership is encouraged, but not required.Contact Elmore Cook 804-598-1159 for more information. Or log onto www.powhatancwrt.com |
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NOVEMBER |
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| 12: Shriner’s Seafood
Festival - Golden Leaf Warehouse, Corner of Country Lane & Raines Street, South Hill. 5 – 8 pm. Call 434-447-7171 or 434-447-3697 |
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| 15-16: “Holiday Bazaar”
Two Big Days of Arts, Crafts & Gifts for the Holidays. Sponsored by Friends of the R T Arnold Library at the Golden Leaf Warehouse Complex, Country Lane in South Hill. 434-447-8320. |
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| 23: Christmas Holiday Open
House - Merchants in Virginia’s only lakeside town proudly host this special Sunday Afternoon. Specialty, one-of-a-kind shops offer merchandise specials and complimentary homemade refreshments. 434-374-2436 |
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| 22 - 23: Holly Days Bazaar is an annual event held on the Saturday and Sunday before Thanksgiving at Powhatan Elementary School. This bazaar occurs just in time for Christmas and features arts, crafts, food, and various other wares from area vendors. 804-598-6969 |
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The Powhatan Civil War Roundtable meets once monthly to discuss all aspects of the American Civil War for educational purposes. It is open to all adults and children 10 and older. Membership is encouraged, but not required.Contact Elmore Cook 804-598-1159 for more information. Or log onto www.powhatancwrt.com
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DECEMBER |
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| 1: 5:30 pm – Illumination of
Courthouse Square ushers in Christmas in the County Seat in Boydton. Come share in the celebration of lights, carols, and good will in the beautiful little Town of Boydton 434-738-6344 |
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| 2: South Hill Rings in
Christmas Grand Illumination of downtown South Hill. Free Entertainment. Enjoy the Magic of Christmas. Information call
434-447-4547. |
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| 5: Clarksville Christmas
Parade 6:30 PM call 434-374-2436 |
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6: Trim-A-Tree for Wildlife
Children and parents are invited to create beautiful and edible holiday tree trimmings for park wildlife. After making delectable décor, help trim a tree at the nature center. Refreshments are provided.
Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Date: December 6, 2008
Location: Nature Center
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6: Natural Holiday Craft Workshop
Sip cider by the fire while creating holiday decorations, such as table runners, using natural materials from the park. Refreshments are provided. This is for adults only. There's a $10 fee, and pre-registration required.
Time: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Date: December 6, 2008
Location: Shop
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| 7: South Hill Chamber- Peebles Department Stores Christmas
Parade 2:00 PM call 434-447-4547 |
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| 7: Chase City Christmas
Parade 6:00 PM call 434-372-0379 |
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| 13: The annual Powhatan Christmas tree lighting and parade occurs on the second Saturday of December. Beginning at Powhatan Elementary School, the parade features a procession of floats, fire engines, antique cars, and horses with representation from just about every organization in Powhatan. The parade ends with Santa at the Courthouse Square lawn where all gather around for the lighting of the Christmas tree. 804-598-3806 |
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| The Powhatan Civil War Roundtable meets once monthly to discuss all aspects of the American Civil War for educational purposes. It is open to all adults and children 10 and older. Membership is encouraged, but not required.Contact Elmore Cook 804-598-1159 for more information. Or log onto www.powhatancwrt.com |
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