Calendar of Events Classes

Opera Preview at the West Seattle Branch

20 Jul 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Sunday, July 20, 2008, 2 – 3:30pm

Event type: Other
Where: West Seattle Branch
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Audience: Adults
Language: English
Summary: Noted lecturer Norm Hollingshead will present an opera preview of "Aida" by Giuseppe Verdi.
Full Description: The lecture will include recorded musical excerpts designed to enhance the enjoyment and appreciation of the upcoming Seattle Opera Production of "Aida."
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Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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Contact Info: West Seattle Branch 206-684-7444 or Ask a Librarian
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Internet Skills 1 - Wired for Learning at the Central Library

21 Jul 2008 17:30:00 GMT

Monday, July 21, 2008, 10:30am – 12pm

Event type: Class
Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, LEW Conference Room
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Audience: Adults, ESL
Language: English
Summary: This series of classes teaches you about the Internet and gets you started surfing the web.
Full Description: The Internet is an exciting resource that you can use to search for jobs, find health information, read news from around the world, and even buy things.
Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Registration begins June 15, call 684-0849 to sign up.
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Toddler Story Time at the Central Library

21 Jul 2008 17:30:00 GMT

Monday, July 21, 2008, 10:30 – 11am

Event type: Story Time
Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
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Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Central Library! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Full Description: Children 18 months to 3 years old are invited to join in the fun!
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian
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Central Library Tour

21 Jul 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Monday, July 21, 2008, 11am – 12pm

Event type: Tours
Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 3, Welcome Desk
Audience: Adults
Tour Summary: Take a tour of the Central Library to learn more about the building and its services.
Tour Description: This tour will last approximately one hour. General tours focus on the services of the library and the functions of the various floors and spaces. Architectural tours focus more on the structure and design of the building.
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Tour Notes: The tours are free. Register in person at the Level 3 Welcome Desk. Reservations are not accepted in advance for public tours.
Tour Information Line: 206-733-9609
More Tour Information: www.spl.org…
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Homework Help is on summer vacation

21 Jul 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Monday, July 21, 2008, 11am – 12pm

Event type: Homework Help
Where: Non-Library Location
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Audience: Children, Teens
Language: English
Homework Help Summary: Homework Help at the branches will begin again in September. Please check back later for a full schedule.
Homework Help Description: Homework Help volunteers will be at this branch to assist students on a drop-in basis throughout the school year, with the exception of school holidays.
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More Homework Help Options: Homework Help for Children, Homework Help for Teens
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Thrilling Tales: A Storytime for Adults at the Central Library

21 Jul 2008 19:05:00 GMT

Monday, July 21, 2008, 12:05 – 12:50pm

Event type: Author Readings/Lectures
Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Microsoft Auditorium
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Audience: Adults, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Love a good story? Sit back, relax, and escape from the everyday as we bring you gripping short stories that are expertly read and well-calculated to keep you in suspense!
Full Description: July 7, "In a Grove," by Ryunosuke Akutagawa. A body is found amidst blood-stained bamboo, but who is the killer? The answer shifts each time a witness speaks. "The Enormous $10" by Jack Ritchie. The auditor says the bank’s accounts are off and there’s hell to pay, but where did that extra $10 come from?, July 21, "Leaving Nairobi" by Ed McBain. Newlyweds on safari encounter an animal far more dangerous than any elephant or lion: their human guide., Presented by The Seattle Public Library Fiction Department.
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Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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'Thumbelina' at the West Seattle Branch

21 Jul 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Monday, July 21, 2008, 2 – 3:30pm

Event type: Other
Where: West Seattle Branch
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Audience: Children
Language: English
Summary: Oregon Shadow Theatre uses shadow puppetry and live music to present this classic Hans Christian Andersen fairytale.
Full Description: Thumbelina is the "original flower child," traveling through a series of natural habitats, looking for her home in the land of the flower fairies. Art Nouveau designs and rock music make this story groovy! For ages 4 and up.
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Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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Magazine & Newspaper Database Searching Class at the University Branch

21 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Monday, July 21, 2008, 4 – 5:15pm

Event type: Class
Where: University Branch
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Audience: Adults
Language: English
Summary: Need to find current information on a topic or articles for a research paper (or just for fun)?
Full Description: Join this hands-on class where you will learn how to use the Library's databases to search for magazine and newspaper articles. Databases covered include: General OneFile, ProQuest, New York Historical Backfile, and the PressDisplay newspaper database.
Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Beginning June 15, call 206-684-4063 to register.
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Talk Time at the Fremont Branch

22 Jul 2008 00:30:00 GMT

Monday, July 21, 2008, 5:30 – 7pm

Event type: Talk Time
Where: Fremont Branch
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Audience: Adults
Language: English
Talk Time Summary: Come to a free English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group to practice speaking English.
Talk Time Description: This program is for beginning to advanced level learners.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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More ESL Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Fremont Branch 206-684-4084 or Ask a Librarian
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Talk Time at the Central Library

22 Jul 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Monday, July 21, 2008, 6 – 7:30pm

Event type: Talk Time
Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 4, Room 1
Address:
Audience: Adults
Language: English
Talk Time Summary: Come to a free English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group to practice speaking English.
Talk Time Description: This program is for beginning to advanced level learners. Participants will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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More ESL Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info:
Contact: ESL Programs, 206-386-4649

Musical Story Time with Soundbridge at the Central Library

22 Jul 2008 17:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 10:30 – 11am

Event type: Story Time
Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
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Audience: Adults, Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Soundbridge presents Musical Storytelling.
Full Description: Children and families will enjoy this interactive time of song, dance and rhythm instruments to tell the story of the week., Soundbridge's Musical Storytelling has been named "Best of Seattle" by Seattle Metropolitan Magazine.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian
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Poetry Appreciation Group at the Central Library

22 Jul 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 12 – 1pm

Event type: Book Group
Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 6, Spiral 6 Conference Room
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Audience: Adults
Language: English
Book Group Summary: Join fellow poetry lovers to read and discuss poems.
Book Description: This group meets every Tuesday from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. (except for holidays).
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Book Group Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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Create Your Online Image at the University Branch

22 Jul 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 2 – 4pm

Event type: Class
Where: University Branch
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Audience: Teens
Language: English
Summary: Learn computer tips and tricks! Using pictures, videos and music to tell the world who you are.
Full Description: Have you always wanted to include video, picture or music content on your blog or other site? We will be looking at different hosting services and how to import audio and visual enhancements into existing websites.
Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required, call 206-684-4063 to sign up.
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SOAR (Save Our Amazing Raptors) at the Ballard Branch

22 Jul 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 2 – 3pm

Event type: Other
Where: Ballard Branch
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Audience: Children
Language: English
Summary: Ask questions about raptors while you check out skulls, feathers and owl pellets.
Full Description: Educators from the Woodland Park Zoo will introduce you to live raptors (birds of prey) and explain their natural history and special adaptations. For ages 5 and up.
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Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star—the ABCs of Jazz and Blues at the Beacon Hill Branch

22 Jul 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 2 – 3pm

Event type: Other
Where: Beacon Hill Branch
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Audience: Children
Language: English
Summary: Explore a well-loved children’s song through many styles, including slow blues, boogie-woogie, swing, reggae, salsa, and rock and roll with local musician Michael Powers.
Full Description: For all ages.
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Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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Internet Basics 1 at the Central Library

22 Jul 2008 21:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 2:30 – 4pm

Event type: Class
Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 4, Large Computer Room
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Audience: Adults
Language: English
Summary: This class will introduce you to the Internet and show you how to navigate a Web page.
Full Description: You will learn about Web browsers and how to use links, the forward and back buttons, and how to find Web pages. The class includes a brief introduction to search engines and Web directories.
Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Beginning June 15, call 386-4636 to sign-up.
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Talk Time at the Fremont Branch

22 Jul 2008 21:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 2:30 – 4pm

Event type: Talk Time
Where: Fremont Branch
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Audience: Adults
Language: English
Talk Time Summary: Come to a free English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group to practice speaking English.
Talk Time Description: This program is for beginning to advanced level learners.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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More ESL Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Fremont Branch 206-684-4084 or Ask a Librarian
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From Japan With Love, Part I: Anime at the Capitol Hill Branch

22 Jul 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 3 – 5pm

Event type: Other
Where: Capitol Hill Branch
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Audience: Teens
Language: English
Summary: Are you curious about anime and want to learn more, or are you a die-hard fan already? Join us for an afternoon of snacks, highlights of famous and notable anime and discussion.
Full Description: Teens will be presenting some of their favorite anime, and we'll learn how Japanimation has evolved into such a popular pastime in the U.S. and throughout the world., Don't miss Part II on July 29th: we'll be looking at manga!
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Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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Teen Practice Reading Sessions at the Beacon Hill Branch

22 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 4 – 6pm

Event type: Class
Where: Beacon Hill Branch
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Audience: Teens
Language: English
Summary: Improve and maintain reading skills over the summer.
Full Description: Suitable for students in grades 7-12.
Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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Internet Skills 1 - Wired for Learning at the Central Library

23 Jul 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 6 – 7:30pm

Event type: Class
Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, LEW Conference Room
Address:
Audience: Adults, ESL
Language: English
Summary: This series of classes teaches you about the Internet and gets you started surfing the web.
Full Description: The Internet is an exciting resource that you can use to search for jobs, find health information, read news from around the world, and even buy things.
Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Registration begins June 15, call 684-0849 to sign-up.
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Talk Time at the Lake City Branch

23 Jul 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 6 – 7:30pm

Event type: Talk Time
Where: Lake City Branch
Level, Room: Level 1, Community Room
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Audience: Adults
Language: English
Talk Time Summary: Come to a free English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group to practice speaking English.
Talk Time Description: This program is for beginning to advanced level learners. Participants will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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Contact Info: Lake City Branch 206-684-7518 or Ask a Librarian
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Internet Basics 2 at the North East Branch

23 Jul 2008 01:15:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 6:15 – 7:45pm

Event type: Class
Where: North East Branch
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Audience: Adults
Language: English
Summary: This class introduces techniques for finding information on the Web.
Full Description: Learn how to find information using Web directories and search engines. Prerequisites: Internet Basics 1 or the ability to navigate a Web page.
Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Call 206-684-7539 to register.
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Family Game Night at the Delridge Branch

23 Jul 2008 01:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 6:30 – 7:45pm

Event type: Other
Where: Delridge Branch
Level, Room: Meeting Room
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Audience: Children, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Board games, card games, puzzles, and Wii. We have everything you need for a fun evening of games for the whole family!
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Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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Family Fun Night at the Fremont Branch

23 Jul 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 7 – 7:45pm

Event type: Story Time
Where: Fremont Branch
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Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Come enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family with puppets, folk dancing and crafts!
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Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Fremont Branch 206-684-4084 or Ask a Librarian
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'Myth Understandings' at the Wallingford Branch

23 Jul 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 7 – 7:45pm

Event type: Other
Where: Wallingford Branch
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Audience: Children
Language: English
Summary: The internationally acclaimed Seattle ensemble called Theater Simple offers a dynamic theater piece for young audiences.
Full Description: "Myth Understandings" is a funny, physical and sideways look at myths and fairytales. You’ve probably heard these stories before, but not this way! For ages 5 and up.
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Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
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Bilingual Play and Learn Group at the Beacon Hill Branch

23 Jul 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 10 – 11:30am

Event type: Story Time
Where: Beacon Hill Branch
Level, Room: Meeting Room
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Audience: Children
Language: English, 中文
Story Time Summary: 在幼兒樂園裡, 孩子們可透過玩遊戲, 英文兒歌敎唱, 讀故事書, 做簡易手工及玩各類玩具等不同的活動方式, 達到啟蒙的目的並協助幼兒們提前適應將來入學的環境, 且更可幚助幼兒學習到如何與別人分享及相處的經驗。而幼兒的照顧者更可藉此機會與社區內其他幼兒照顧者交換資訊及經驗並拓展人際關係.
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Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Playgroup provides a fun and age-appropriate learning environment for 2-5 years old children. Children listen to stories, sing songs, and do simple arts and crafts with their caregivers during the group time. There is also play time for children to explore various toys and play activities. Through this group children are being prepared for pre-school and kindergarten learning environment as well as building relationship with others. Caregivers also build up and strengthen connection and communication with the children, and get connected with other caregivers in the community., Play and Learn Group is a bilingual program offered in English and Chinese.
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Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian
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¡Hora de cuentos! / Bilingual Preschool Story Time at the South Park Branch

23 Jul 2008 17:15:00 GMT

Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 10:15 – 10:45am

Event type: Story Time
Where: South Park Branch
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Audience: Children
Language: English, Español
Story Time Summary: ¡Es una hora de cuentos para los niños de 3 a 6 años de edad! / It is preschool story time at the South Park Branch!
Full Description: Niños de 3 a 6 años de edad, sus familias y sus amigos están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y jugeos divertidos con la bibliotecaria Miss Bea. ¡Gratis!
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian Miss Bea.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: South Park Branch 206-615-1688 or Ask a Librarian
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Internet Skills 2 - Wired for Learning at the Central Library

23 Jul 2008 17:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 10:30am – 12pm

Event type: Class
Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, LEW conference room
Address:
Audience: Adults, ESL
Language: English
Summary: This series of classes teaches you about the Internet and gets you started surfing the web.
Full Description: The Internet is an exciting resource that you can use to search for jobs, find health information, read news from around the world, and even buy things.
Class Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Registration begins June 15, call 206-684-0849 to sign up.
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