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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 9h

It's Banned Books Week! This year’s theme is “Let Books Be. Protect the Freedom to Read.” You can find all 11 of the top challenged books of 2025 in our catalog at scld.org. How many of them have you read?

Infographic listing the top 11 most challenged books of 2025 with titles, authors, and reasons for censorship by the American Library Association.

Infographic showing 2025 book censorship stats with 92% of targeted titles by pressure groups, libraries, and boards, highlighting 273 annual titles censored.

Colorful illustration promoting Banned Books Week with a woman reading surrounded by books, flowers, birds, and a hot air balloon.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

We've got more free Homebuyer Education Seminars happening soon! Register for a 1-day session happening next Sat, 10/10, at Moran Prairie Library, or a 2-evening session on Wed & Thu, 10/21 & 10/22, at Spokane Valley Library. Register today at the link in our bio.

Happy family carrying moving boxes into a bright new home with labeled boxes around the room.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

ICYMI: This year's Spokane Is Reading title selection is One Two Three by Laurie Frankel. This Wed, 10/7, Laurie will read from her book and answer questions from the audience at 1pm at Spokane Valley Library and at 7pm at Central Library. More info in the link in our bio.

Author Laurie Frankel stands outdoors next to a stone wall with autumn trees behind her, promoting her book 'One Two Three' for Spokane is Reading event.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The WSU Extension Master Gardeners Plant Clinic program is happening today from 1-5pm at Cheney Library! Stop by for gardening tips like plant problem diagnosis, pest identification, & more! More info in the link in our bio.

Various potted herbs and plants arranged on a wooden table with gardening tools and gloves nearby.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Did you catch our latest eNewsletter? It features booklists, seed-saving tips, & more! Check it out here: ow.ly/gnxX50ZSVkj Subscribe to our eNewsletters here: ow.ly/FHXz50ZSVkl

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

There are lots of cool things happening this weekend! There's the Veteran Resource Fair & Stand Down, The Deer Park Market Fall Festival, Spokane County Fire District 9 Demo Day, and more! We hope to see you there!

Flyer for Spokane County's 7th Annual Veteran Resource Fair and Stand Down on October 3, 2026, offering free lunch, haircuts, VA benefits, and more.

Bright yellow flyer for The Deer Park Market Fall Festival on Oct 3, 9AM-3PM at Perrins Field, 315 E. Crawford, with autumn leaves and American flags.

Firefighters demonstrating rescue techniques during Spokane County Fire District 9 Demo Day event on October 3rd from 10 am to 2 pm at 3801 E. Farwell Rd.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Some slightly spooky & full of fun events are coming in October for kids & teens! We'll have Book Character Costume Parties, Coding Club, Teen D&D Guild, Mission: SEALAB, Spooktacular Storytime, Take It Apart, & more! Find out when these are happening at your library here: ow.ly/LCfY50ZSttt

Smiling child with curly hair wearing a green hat, large yellow polka-dot bow tie, and purple jacket holding a colorful wand indoors.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We have several health & wellness programs happening in October! You'll find information on Medicare Open Enrollment, dementia, how to prevent a fall, Memory Café programs, and more. Find all our upcoming health & wellness programs here: ow.ly/R6zg50YlpZi

Smiling middle-aged man in an orange hoodie wearing white headphones stands outdoors with hands on hips amid sunlit autumn trees.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

In the latest episode of Library Out Loud: SCLD, we chat about the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's in Spokane, upcoming library programs with Alzheimer's Association, and more. Find it on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, our YouTube channel, or our Facebook page. Links in bio.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

October’s golden glow shines on these amazing authors! Register, submit questions, and view more SCLD Online Authors Series author talks here: ow.ly/8t1W50ZSpvS

Graphic promoting October online author talks featuring book covers: The Sixth Faction, The Ascent of Rauschenberg, Inside the Box, and Funeral Songs for Dying Girls.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

It's International Day for #UniversalAccessToInformation! Libraries are strong proponents of freedom of, & access to, information. This year's theme is "Upholding Information Integrity in the Digital Age: The role of access to Information in addressing Information Disorder" ow.ly/N2XI50ZRefW

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

It's World Rivers Day! Learn about and celebrate rivers with these materials and more on our shelves or in our catalog at scld.org.

Hand holding a book titled 'The Spokane River' edited by Paul Lindholdt, with a scenic river and forest cover on the front.

Book titled 'The River Remembers' showing a visual history of Spokane River Gorge with paintings by Kay O'Rourke and edited by Marshall E. Peterson Jr.

Hand holding the book 'The Source' by Martin Doyle, featuring a waterfall on the cover, with a library barcode sticker on top.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Our Literacy Activities for Toddlers & Preschoolers program on Sat, 10/10, demonstrates how teachers and caregivers can use the books you read in class to develop literacy activities to extend a child's learning. Register today at the link in our bio.

Mother and young daughter reading a picture book together at a sunlit table indoors.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

There are a few spots left for our Cheese Tasting & Book Pairing programs in October! Try samples from local cheese shops, and get suggestions for books and movies that pair well with each variety. Register ASAP at the link in our bio.

Wooden board with assorted cheeses, grapes, walnuts, and sliced melon on a kitchen counter next to an open cookbook and two glasses of white wine.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Looking for some fun things to do with the family this weekend? There's Spokane Greek Fest, Valleyfest, South Perry Street Fair, Battlegrounds Native Arts Market, El Mercadito, and more! We hope to see you there!

Colorful banner promoting the 90th Greek Festival in Spokane, WA, Valleyfest in Spokane Valley, WA, and South Perry Street Fair in Spokane, WA.

Family Storytime event featuring Indigenous wisdom and teachings with author Gerry Ebalaroza-Tunnell at Battlegrounds Native Arts Market on September 26, 2026.

Colorful flyer for El Mercadito event celebrating Mexico and Central America's Independence Day in Spokane on September 26, 2026.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Only one week left of our Quilting Arts Open Hours in The Lab at North Spokane Library! Check out the link in our bio for open hours and more info.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Upcoming SCLD Online Authors Series author talks in October and November are packed with fabulous writers. Find out when they'll be having online talks in today's blog post in the link in our bio.

Young woman in a mustard sweater smiling while using a tablet on a cozy living room couch.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Today is International Day of Sign Languages. We have plenty of materials to help you celebrate the day! Find these and more on our shelves or in our catalog at scld.org.

A collection of diverse books about sign language, deaf culture, and communication arranged on a green background.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Explore art, cooking, gardening, health and wellness, creative technology, personal finances, and more during our library programs in October! Find out what's happening in our latest blog post in the link in our bio.

A colorful assortment of pumpkins and gourds in various shapes and sizes arranged closely together on grass.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

ICYMI: We're having an art show next month! The theme is Art & Our Environment. Pick up a small wooden circle to use for your art canvas at the library & return it by 9/30. The art show will be 10/5-10/30, at all SCLD libraries. More info at scld.org/art-show.

Hand painting a colorful sunset scene with silhouettes on a round wooden canvas slice.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Today is World Alzheimer's Day. We have lots of materials to help you learn more about Alzheimer's & other forms of memory loss in our catalog at ow.ly/IW1850ZPra0. We also have programs coming up for those with memory loss, their loved ones, and their caregivers: ow.ly/pKp250ZPra5

Hand holding the book 'When Memory Fades' by Nathaniel Chin, MD, about Alzheimer's stages and support, with a colorful floral tree illustration on the cover.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Yom Kippur begins today at sundown. Gmar tov to all those who observe this Jewish holiday! You can find several materials on our shelves or in our catalog at scld.org to learn more about Yom Kippur and other Jewish holidays.

Hand holding a children's book titled 'Big Bad Wolf's Yom Kippur' featuring an illustrated wolf in a plaid vest on the cover.

Child with pigtails playing hopscotch with a dog on a colorful floor, from the book 'Three Jumps to Sorry: A Yom Kippur Story'.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Today is Dance Day, Gymnastics Day, and Talk Like a Pirate Day, and you know we've got you covered! Find these books and more on our shelves or in our catalog at scld.org.

Cover of the children's book 'I Dance' showing two kids in traditional clothing dancing with musical notes around them.

Children's book cover featuring an illustrated Simone Biles with three gold medals on a bright red background.

Hand holding the book 'Pirate Academy: New Kid on Deck' featuring three animated pirate kids on the cover with a ship and tentacles in the background.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Today is Read an eBook day! In case you didn't know, your SCLD in-district library card grants you access to apps where you can borrow eBooks and read them on your device! Find out more at scld.org/apps.

Person browsing a digital library of book covers on a tablet using the Libby reading app beside a coffee cup.

Six trending eBook covers on Hoopla featuring titles like Verity by Colleen Hoover and The Fine Print by Lauren Asher against a black background.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Chef Alice Koh of SeraiMas Exotic Malaysian Food demonstrates the preparation of a traditional Malaysian dish in an online presentation while you follow along in your home kitchen during our program on Wed, 10/7. Register ASAP at the link in our bio.

Assorted Malaysian favorite foods - asam laksa, banmian (handmade noodles), curry laksa, fishball noodles, nasi briyani, nasi lemak, otak otak (nyonya fish cake), yam cake

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

It's Hispanic Heritage Month, and our librarians have put together a booklist to help you learn more and celebrate! Check it out in the link in our bio.

A colorful collage of diverse book covers featuring titles in English and Spanish, showcasing various genres and authors.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

On Tue, 10/6, adults and teens can design a unique piece of jewelry or even a small wearable piece for a costume to be 3D printed! Register ASAP, because spots will fill quickly! Link in bio.

Close-up of a black resin 3D printed ring with intricate lattice structure on a reflective surface.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Today is Collect Rocks Day, a day that invites us to take a walk and look for interesting rocks, learn about geology, and appreciate the earth's mineral creations. We have plenty of materials to help you learn more and celebrate the day. Find these and more in our catalog at slcd.org.

Collection of geology and rock identification books with colorful covers featuring minerals, landscapes, and educational themes.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Today is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay. As many as 1 in 4 eligible Americans are not registered to vote or are unsure of their registration status. Get #VoteReady by registering to vote or checking your status at vote.gov or nationalvoterregistrationday.org.

One in four people are either not registered to vote or unsure if they are registered, highlighting voter registration awareness.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Episode 141 of Library Out Loud: SCLD is out! In this episode, we chat with Charlie Bouck, owner of Herbal Expeditions, about survival skills, foraging, and the program he’s hosting with the library. Catch the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Deer Park Library is currently closed for unexpected building maintenance. We are working on the issue and will reopen as soon as we are able. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Parents, teachers, and caregivers! Librarians Mary Ellen & Sheri share some new fantastic picture books in our next Picture Book Chat. Watch it at 1pm Wed, 9/16, here: ow.ly/Lshj50GtxWD

Illustration of two women holding an open book titled 'Picture Book Chat with Mary Ellen and Sheri' smiling warmly.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

In our Adulting 101: Finances program on Tue, 9/29, high school juniors & seniors, college students, and recent college graduates can learn about the importance of credit and how to build it, ways to set yourself up for success, and more. Register ASAP at the link in our bio.

Pink piggy bank wearing glasses facing a black calculator on a pastel pink background.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Happy Grandparents Day to all the grandparents out there! We have lots of materials to help you celebrate the day! Find these and more in our catalog at scld.org.

Colorful cover of 'Fish Fry Friday' book showing two joyful people holding a fish and a plate of food against an orange background.

Cover of a children's book titled 'Two Artists, Grandad and Me' featuring illustrations of a girl and her grandfather painting together.

Close-up of a library book cover titled 'Global Baby Grandparents' featuring a smiling baby and a grandparent sharing a tender moment.

Cover of a book with children happily celebrating Grandparents Day with their grandparents outdoors on a sunny day.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Explore nature with an emphasis on how to forage and survive in a woodland area during our Survival Skills Hike: Let's Go Foraging! program on Sat, 9/26! More info & register in the link in our bio.

People walking uphill on a grassy trail carrying wicker baskets, with one using a walking stick for support.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Mend It Café returns Sun, 9/20! Bring your clean clothing items or other textile goods that need mending to Spokane Valley Library 2-4:30pm and have them repaired for free. The Mend-It Café extends the life of clothing and helps divert textile waste from landfills. More info in the link in our bio.

Close-up of a person hand-stitching a hole in a beige knitted sweater sleeve with a needle and thread.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Happy Rosh Hashanah! This celebration of the Jewish New Year begins tonight at sundown. You can find materials about this holiday, as well as information about Judaism, in our catalog at scld.org.

Collection of colorful children's books about Rosh Hashanah featuring illustrations of apples, honey, and festive scenes.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

This month, several of our libraries are hosting Wild Things Art Creation programs! Kids age 5+ and their families can create art inspired by Maurice Sendak’s "Where the Wild Things Are." Find out when the wild rumpus begins at your library in the link in our bio.

Cover of 'Where the Wild Things Are' showing a large, gentle monster sitting among palm trees near a sailboat on a river.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Did you catch our latest eNewsletter? It features Spokane Is Reading events, fall Cultural Passes, & more! Check it out here: ow.ly/iRlt50ZLBxW Subscribe to our eNewsletters here: ow.ly/BSZ250YRmKW Photo Credit: Spokane Civic Theatre

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

September is Library Card Sign Up Month! It's easy to get an SCLD library card. Ask staff at any of our libraries or get a head start and fill out some information online beforehand. Get all the info on getting a library card at scld.org/get-library-card.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Kids age 10-14 can get hands-on video production experience during our Video Team: Learning to Create & Edit program! We have two sessions coming up, one for homeschool students, and one for any kids age 10-14. Register ASAP in the link in our bio!

Young person in a yellow polka dot sweater holding a blank film clapperboard against a blue background.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Find out how to use social media and marketing strategies to grow your business, connect with customers, and build a strong brand presence in our online program on Thu, 9/17, at 12pm. More info & register at the link in our bio.

Smartphone screen showing a folder labeled Social Media with app icons for Threads, X, Reddit, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Make sure your vehicles—and passengers—are safe before hitting the road during our AAA Road Ready Event next Wed, 9/16. Stop by the Spokane Valley Library between 10am & 2pm for 5-point vehicle inspections, car seat check services, and battery recycling. More info in the link in our bio.

Mechanic inspecting a car tire closely while holding a tablet for diagnostics in a workshop setting.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Get your jam on with our Jelly & Jam Sessions starting this month! Learn how to make delectable spreads with full sugar, low sugar, no sugar, and honey. See when this program will be at your library in the link in our bio.

Close-up of glass jars filled with various homemade fruit preserves lined up on a table.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

September is International Podcast Month, and to celebrate, we're looking back at 5 seasons (so far) of our podcast, Library Out Loud: SCLD! Check out today's blog post: ow.ly/pHeB50ZJFu2

Collage of different thumbnails for the Library Out Loud: SCLD podcast, with hosts and guests smiling and speaking into microphones with a blue and green background.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Happy Labor Day! All Spokane County Library District libraries are closed today, 9/7, in observance of the holiday. Our regular hours will resume tomorrow, 9/8, and you can access our digital library 24/7 at scld.org.

Yellow construction helmet and gloves next to an American flag with Labor Day themed books about work and celebrations.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

This month, we have two Estate Planning Basics programs, and one Estate Planning for Everyone program. Learn the foundations of an estate plan, how an estate plan operates, and why having an estate plan matters for you. More info & register at the link in our bio.

Notebook with 'Estate Planning' text clipped with a blue binder clip on top of legal documents on a wooden surface.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Registration just opened for our Introduction to Bookbinding program happening at Cheney Library on Sat, 9/19! But hurry, spots will fill up quick! Register ASAP: ow.ly/9j0x50ZJFE5

Stack of four mustard yellow leather journals featuring long-stitch bookbinding and leather straps on a white background.

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

This Thu, 9/10, at 10:30am, Airway Heights Fire Department will be joining storytime! Kids ages 2-5 and their families can enjoy a book read by a firefighter, see a fire gear demonstration, and then head across the parking lot to touch a fire truck & more. More info in the link in our bio.

Smiling young boy holding a yellow firefighter helmet standing in front of a red fire truck.

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