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| october 4, 2009 |
boo baby boo |
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| november 1, 2009 |
pajama party |
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| december 6, 2009 |
dance for a cause |
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so . . . now what?? in your search for how to keep those little minds and bodies busy, check out the rock-n-roar concert series at the philadelphia zoo every other tuesday (with read-n-roar story time the tuesdays in between), smith memorial playground is having a birthday bash for its late founder on july 23, and if you want to trek out of town for some good ol’ country summer fun, linvilla orchard has pick-your-own berries all summer (and festivals galore on the weekends)!
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sigh. . .aren’t recycling trucks a thing of beauty? ok, no . . . but in philly they are! kudos to the mural arts program who teamed up with philly u’s design center to give recycling trucks a much-needed makeover. and who else should get props for this grand effort in beautification and eco awareness? kids of course! 60 youngsters helped with the designs. cantcha just feel the city getting greener? |
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Secret Agent 23 Skidoo runs the stage for the underage crew! And he's is coming to PHILLY at the World Cafe Live
on Saturday July 11th, 11:30 am. Anyone who made his LAST show will know that this is NOT one to miss! 23 Skidoo was voted #1 on Phillys own Kids Korner on WXPN and was compared to Kanye West by the NY Times ... My kids are STILL singing "What 'cha gotta be? I gotta be ME!" Skidoo brings a half pint dance party unlike any other.. he mixes classic breaks with funk, reggae, and even bluegrass, abd creates the perfect groove for inventive and creative rhymes. A connisour will appreciate the writing and delivery, but the kids will appreciate the dragons, mermaids, robots and sea monsters! This music is built for bumping up both the self esteem and the volume. OLD SCHOOL JAMS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL FANS! GOLDEN AGE SOUNDS FOR UNDERAGE CROWDS! POSITIVE KIDS HIP HOP THAT'S ACTUALLY GOOD! Check out www.secretagent23skidoo.com for sights and sounds.
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when the weather heats up, Rittenhouse square is the place to be - it's part beach, part nature walk and part cabaret - all in the heart of center city. on june 17, we'll join the friends of the square under the big tent for the annual littlest friends festival. get your tix and check us out, along with food, crafts and rides...all proceeds go to the preservation & maintenance of the square!
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cradles to crayons was hanging at the disco this past weekend collecting gently used clothes, gear and furniture in honor of moms day this may, to be distributed free of charge to children in need throughout the philadelphia region. If you didn’t have a chance to donate and would like to, please make an appointment to have your stuff taken it to the warehouse! We all make a difference and you know that exersaucer is just NOT going with the zen thing you’ve got going on in the playroom anymore. |
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Whole Foods Market is teaming up with HAPPYFAMILY, makers of healthy organic baby & kids meals, to bring kids and the parents who feed them a series of child-oriented cooking classes. Classes will be taught be Trina O’Boyle, a former preschool and Montessori teacher and community advocate for HAPPYFAMILY. At the next class on May 29, 2009 at 10:00 am to 11:00 am, preschoolers will learn that organic and healthy food is also really tasty! We will make yummy all organic pancakes, read Pancakes! Pancakes! by Eric Carle, then do a special earth day craft using recycled materials. The class is $5 per child. Reservations are required and can be made by calling Whole Foods Market in Jenkintown PA at 215.481.0800. If you have any questions regarding the class please contact trina@happyfamilybrands.com and also visit the store website at www.wholefoodsmarket.com For more info on the HAPPYFAMILY product lines please visit us at www.happybabyfood.com
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in celebration of babylegs' 4th anniversary, bring a pre-made "thinking of you" card to the disco this month & exchange it for a pair of legs. all cards will go to the ronald mcdonald house of philadelphia, along with pairs of babylegs for all the kids in residence. feel free to share a joke & pass a smile along this month.... |
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This April the disco gives a big welcome to h&m as our official outfitter for the family. Grab your egg shakers for the kiddies and goodies for mom and dad too, along with h&m's new looks and coupons for the spring and store locator info. hit the dance floor & you could win an h&m gift card! then, keep coming back for more h&m goodies throughout the year & don't forget to keep checking out their look of the month!
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new social network for parents that we wholeheartedly endorse - momslikeme is a great resource and networking opportunity for momslike you! stop by and check it out here - make some noise, pass it on, and be amongst the founding mommas in your community.
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So one of my favorite humans is teaching a a Yoga for Kids class at Balance Health Center and Yoga Spa in Center City... If your little Yogi is between 2 and 4 years old, then you just must check out Carrie Powell's class. Click here for the flyer, and QUICKLY... this class only holds 7 children. (talk about awesome teacher to child ratio!)
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Suddenly everyone’s talking coffee: the difference between a fruity Kenyan bean and a chocolatey cup from Brazil; what light-roasted vs. dark-roasted coffee is all about; the fact that you really can find a decaf that will knock your socks off. Join the conversation at Peregrine Coffee, Philadelphia’s own artisan coffee roaster specializing in supremely fresh, single-origin beans – roasted to order just for you. They’ve been covered by Daily Candy, Good Morning America Now, the Daily News, and 6 ABC, and you can check 'em out here. and don’t miss this exclusive deal: enter “bld09” in the coupon field during checkout to receive free shipping on your order!
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for the holidays last year heather got me and erica gift certificates to see jillian bird - philly's best kept secret healer, nutritionist, yoga gura, massage therapist, philosopher and more
and now? she's pregnant and blogging! take a peek into her experience with pregnancy and prenatal concerns. Lots of tips and anecdotes. www.themomasphere.blogspot.com
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If you are about town, you may run into George Feder from Top Guns Photography at any number of parties and events from restaurant openings, corporate functions, to weddings, Bat Mitzvahs and family pix. George is the only choice for shooting pix of your event, family or playdate in the tri state. Check him out!
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What are Max and Isa and I doing since there is no January BLD event? Well... Secret Agent 23 Skidoo is coming to town and we will NOT be missing this show! Who's that you may ask? If you do not already know, Mr. 23 Skidoo runs the hip hop stage for the underage crew.... by combining a real love and respect for POSITIVE HIP HOP with a talent for genre bending production and AWESOME STORYTELLING, 23 Skidoo brings a half pint dance party unlike any other. A big person connisour will appreciate the writing and delivery, but the kids will love the dragons, mermaids, robots and sea monsters. This music is built for bumping up both the self esteem and the volume. OLD SCHOOL JAMS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL FANS! GOLDEN AGE SOUNDS FOR UNDERAGE CROWDS! POSITIVE KIDS HIP HOP THAT'S ACTUALLY GOOD! Check out www.secretagent23skidoo.com for sights and sounds. Sun Jan 11th- 2 pm at Southpaw.
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Have you heard the one about the only stand-up comedian for kids 3-10? The Great Holtzie has thrown the rules of children's comedy entertainment out the window. Gone are the goofy costumes, creepy makeup and condescending tone. Holtzie insists on treating children like little people rather than little kids. He has created an act where mom and dad will laugh just as hard as their six-year-old. Find it hard to believe??? Philadelphia Magazine called him “Steve Martin for five-year-olds” and the City Paper called him, “the anti-Mr. Rogers.” Based in Philadelphia, Holtzie is available for private parties to theater performances...and everything in-between. Click here for videos of TGH.
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At The Philadelphia Dance Academy children explore movement and dance in an imaginative, fun Creative Movement class for ages 3 and 4 years old. Young dancers ages 4 to 6 are introduced to the basic ballet vocabulary, increased coordination, and creative expression in our Pre-Ballet classes. Our Mommy-and-Me Creative Movement class for 2 and 3 years old begins in January, where Mom and child can enjoy moving and stretching together. For more detailed information check 'em out here: www.philadelphiadanceacademy.com.
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if you were in philly and had your picture snapped by the lovely sara miller you can click here to look for you and your kids and to pick up some prints!!! |
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Art work inspired children's apparel shirts gifts and bags. These designs contain original paintings that were created and inspired by the way children view the world. Art kids and their parents will especially appreciate these colorful designs. |
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a big bld welcome to new center city pediatrician eric berger. “dr eric”, as my disco diva likes to call him, brings a refreshing, personal approach to caring for your children. we love his new office on south street…way cool paperless & so clean he lets his own little one crawl on the floor. plus, he’s quick with the crayons when the kiddos get restless (so you can actually ask some questions & hear the answers!). he truly understands that it takes a village. check ‘em out online at www.centercitypediatrics.com. |
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erica is the head of our fake office here at baby loves disco and her daughter isabella is our ambassador of all things
yummy. here isabella can be seen rocking the baby loves disco wrist bans and hanging out in her room. special shout out to mommy and daughter - two of our favorite humans 'round these parts. |
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Learn how Salsa - and take your baby with you! Salsa Babes (for parents and babies up to 12 mo) is every Friday morning from 11:00-11:50 at Salsita Dance Studio in Center City. Check out the rest of the kids program here, including Creative Movement classes (ages 3-5), a funky hip-hop and yoga combo class (ages 6-9) and for those budding Salseros: Teen Salsa (ages 10-17). For Mommies and Daddies, spice it up with some Salsa, Tango or Merengue. First kids class of the month is only $5, first class for Moms and Dads only $15. |
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Kids don’t want to sit up straight and smile for a camera? philly-phaorite sarah miller specializes in energetic family photos that capture expressions and family interactions rather than stiff children sitting up and pretending to smile. If you would like to have a vibrant portrait taken of your family, please check out her website and send her an email. Sarah l will also be at Baby Loves Disco starting in September, so stop in and say hi there as well. |
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Hey moms and kids, get your dance on! Angler Movement Arts Center offers classes in yoga, dance and Pilates to people of all ages and abilities. The diverse program of classes allows students to explore different types of movement in the same location. Discover this peaceful retreat easily accessible from all areas of Philadelphia. Come to learn, to create and to shine. check 'em out here. |
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Would you like to have coffee freshly roasted, just for you – and delivered to your door when you want it? Or have a personal coffee agent who scours the world to find beans that are perfect for your particular palate? Then come explore Peregrine Coffee. a Philadelphia-based coffee roaster (not a cafe) specializing in supremely fresh, artisan-roasted, single-origin beans. your morning cup will never be the same! check 'em out here. and check out this exclusive deal: Now through 12/31/08, any baby Loves Disco parent who comes to the Peregrine Coffee website and enters the code BLD08 in the Coupon field during checkout, will receive free shipping on their coffee! |
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the coolest kids store on the planet just moved into the city! that's right genes just opened up at 122 south 13th street so that you no longer have to drive all the way out to wayne to get the hottest gear, furniture, toys and stuff for boy, girl and baby! mom and pop (kris and peter) have been working extra hard to make the store special for you - so make sure to come on by and have a look through! and as always genes is the official store of baby loves disco and hosts the chill out room at BLD philly every month. we love genes - you will too. |
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Let your kids run away with the circus this summer! Circus classes provide a great way for kids to build strength, flexibility, and coordination, all while learning impressive tricks and having a great time. Classes have a maximum of 8 students, with two teachers. more info here. |
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looking to take your dance moves to another level ? salsita dance studios in philly will take you there and back. this spring they offer. Salsa, Tango, Merengue and more!Classes run on a monthly basis. Check the avaiblity of upcoming sessions or register online by clicking here. |
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click here and see a picture of our heather (front left) posing with her crew at fusion fitness where she teaches yoga and personal fitness once a week. |
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Photographer JJ Tizou put together a proposal to create a dance-themed public art installation for the newly renovated SEPTA station at 46th and Market in conjunction with sculptor James Peniston. They've been selected as one of the five finalists. I'm really excited about this, having worked with JJ in the past and I love his work, ideas and concerns! The project will involve a large scale photographic survey of the Philadelphia dance community, inviting every dancer in town to show us how they move. They're holding two preliminary photo shoots in April as tests, and looking for dancers who'd be interested in participating. Please send dancers to www.howphillymoves.org and ask them to send an email to info@howphillymoves.org if interested in participating. |
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the philly 'burbs represent every month at bld, maybe none stronger than our good pals in norristown. special thanx to kelly wardlow leader of norristownmom.com for putting together a great website and a great group of moms. almost makes me want to move to the burbs. (almost!). |
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The Casey Cares Foundation is a 501 c 3 organization that provides uplifting programs with a special touch for critically ill children and their families. Founded in 2000, their unique programs: Family Festivities, Celebration Vacations and Birthday Blasts put smiles on the faces of deserving families throughout the Mid-Atlantic area. please check them out and support casey here |
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Urban Cheek is a two person home based operation out of Philadelphia run by Parents who were tired of the standard bunny and duck offerings as clothing for their children. T -shirts are American Apparel, a company that is committed to environmentally friendly practices and sweatshop free factories. Shirts are hand bleached, creating a unique look on each shirt. Available in sizes from 3 months up to 6 years. check out "soul" here; rockstar here or raised fist here. |
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it's a bird....it's a plane....it's wonderboy ....an entire store devoted exclusively to the modern boy. He's hip, charming, stylish and has his own individual personality. Wonderboy collections are finely crafted with premium fabrics, meticulous details, unique palettes and just the right amount of cool. Available in sizes infant through 10. Modern dads are envious, modern moms are relieved. Wonderboy. An extremely talented young man. |
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Sound All Around concerts introduce children ages 3 to 5 to the instruments of the orchestra and musical concepts through interactive presentations featuring members of The Philadelphia Orchestra and award-winning storyteller Charlotte Blake Alston. These 45-minute concerts are perfect for families, as well as preschool and kindergarten groups!max loves this.. real story telling real classical musicians and real educational fun! |
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got disco in your heart but a kid that loves to rock!? well you happen to be extremely lucky as phily is the birthplace of paul green's
school of rock! run locally by my friend dylan, this is THE place to take
your budding little musician for learning the real deal about playing
and creating music and performing it too! if you haven't seen a school
of rock concert yet, you don't know what your missing! check it out. |
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Not Your Father’s Children’s Theater for smart children’s theater that will entertain both the little and the big people in your family, our fave is the arden. compelling adaptations, colorful costumes, beautiful sets & talented actors – your future leading man/drama queen will love it & you won’t spend 2 hours trying to see your watching the dark. |
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Go Green ok, so it’s not philly, but the camden children’s garden is worth a ride over the ben franklin. sure, there’s educational stuff…the grow lab is ecology 101 for the toddler set…but there’s also a spray garden, a dinosaur dig & a carousel stocked with every creature your little one can imagine (“daddy, I rode a dragon today!”) and when the weather’s nice, take a walk out the back gate & picnic in the grass by the river. this place may stand in the shade of the adventure aquarium, but it will never be overshadowed! |
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will-n-essies just launched a toy lending program that provides an affordable way for families to constantly introduce new toys to their children while saving time, space and the environment.
A Toybrary is a toy lending library that operates just like a book library. Instead of books, families borrow toys for a period of two weeks, then return them for another fun selection. brilliant! |
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lilaguide.com provides Philly-area parents with a great resource to the best baby shops, services, products and activities, as reviewed by local Moms. best toddler music class in Chester County? nicest pediatrician in Center City? which stroller Philly parents love the best? This site's got it covered. click here to jump in. |
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ABCD Tees creates fun and educational kids t-shirts that are inspired by alphabet flashcards. Bold, graphic illustrations of animals appear on the front of each shirt with the letter they represent. look for them at bld philly or click here to browse online. |
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Hot Mommas is a group cross-training session that coaches complete workouts including cardio, strength and flexibility. they help you get back into shape with the total bonus being trusted child care run by Jessi who coordinates fun, safe activities with the kids. free trials available for moms and dads plus, our bld hot momma heather will now being teaching a cardiyoga class tuesday at 630pm. learn more here: www.fusioncrosstraining.com |
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One Fit Mama and Trimesters Boutique invite all Expectant Mamas for their first annual ‘Celebrate Your Belly Night’. Expectant Moms will be able to enjoy this FREE evening that will include belly pictures by Sam Fritch Photography; a mini-breastfeeding class by the Breastfeeding Resource Center; Free Low back and Hip exams, along with tips for a shorter and healthier labor by Rhino Chiropractic;mini baby wearing class, mini-manicures and makeovers by Arbo nne; Reflexology by A Touch of Venus; Raffles will be held throughout the evening, and all Moms in attendance will be part of a baby shower, with gifts provided by local area merchants! Space is limited! Register today by emailing info@onefitmama.com. |
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in philly DJ Chatty Cathy is the quiet half of our tag-team dj duo that is k-tel and cathy. cathy's mom sent us in a photo of cathy from "back in the day' when she was only 5 years old. nothing's changed right? click on the photo to make it all big like. |
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colleen padilla is a classy mom that started a cool website to help harness some of the crazy spending (in 2005 the US Retail market for Infant, Toddler and Preschooler products reached over $29 Billion dollars) and re-direct dollars to children in need in both the US and throughout the world. check out her site here. |
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click here to see a cool little video shot by philly director marc brodzik who took his son "cash" to baby loves new years back in december. rumor has it that mr. brodzik is in the running to direct the upcoming bld tv show with the cartoon network? check him out here. |
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the best kids store (0-7 years) in philly? you need to travel across the city line and make it to wayne to find out. genes urban baby boutique has (easily) the most unique selection of fashion, furniture and finds for the coolest kids (0-7yrs) and their still cool parents. believe us, it's worth the trip and if you can't make it, you can shop online right here. |
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baby loves disco was honored in this years "best of philly" awards with the prestigious "best family hangout" trophy. hoorary for us! hooray for you. |
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everyone comes to phillly to visit the liberty bell, independence hall and the original constitution but philly’s history has another important foot note – it’s the city where baby loves disco was born! And the founding mommy is none other than heather montieth Murphy. Click here to read how she started baby loves disco. Click here to see some pictures of heather dancing, heather with her kids, and a top-10 list of heather’s own personal links. |
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in 2000, a 4 year old cancer patient named Alexandra "Alex" Scott announced a seemingly simple idea -she was holding a lemonade stand to raise money to help "her doctors" find a cure for kids with cancer. For the next four years, despite her deteriorating health, Alex held an annual lemonade stand to raise money for childhood cancer research. Following her inspirational example, thousands of lemonade stands and other fundraising events have been held across the country. Baby loves disco supports alex and her stand. Click here for more info. |
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the best childrens’ music series in the country happens every Saturday morning at the world café live Where you can see amazing music in a clean cummfy environment and have a yummy brunch while you’re at it. check out the listings here. |
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whole foods is a national chain with local flavor. Here in philly, our whole foods on south street is not only the bestest freshest market around, but also a great place to meet friends and relax. Big thanx to the folks at whole foods philly for bringing all the organic snacks to baby loves disco. Check ‘em out here. |
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I love taking out of town guests to cereality in west philly. Such a simple concept – mix and match cereals in a leak proof Chinese to-go container? So very satisfying. Click here for a virtual tour. |
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Fairmont park in Philadelphia is huge (9200 acres!) and is within walking distance of every Philadelphia resident? With 62 neighborhood parks, Fairmount Park is Philly’s best kept secret with thousands of things to do for mom, dad and the whole family. Check it out here. |
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our out of town guests always shot for the stars when they want to dine in philly, but if we have a say in the choice, we steer folks directly towards cuba libre - a Restaurant & Rum Bar dedicated to celebrating the great Cuban heritage, exploring Cuban art, music, flavors and traditions. With Executive Concept Chef Guillermo Pernot’s delectable menu of traditional and updated Cuban cuisine, both Philadelphia and Atlantic City locations are must-see, must-experience yummy yum spots. so if you can find a baby sitter and are looking for a great spot for date night - look no further. |
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