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Tip of the Week: Attend Events Around Fresno
Central California Chinese Cultural Association presents, China Night, 4th Annual Chinese New Year Gala 2010, Saturday, February 20th at 7:00pm at Roosevelt High School. This is a showcase of Chinese dance, music, & martial arts. Ticket prices range from $8 to $12. Tickets available at the following locations.
Silkroad Gallery 525 E. Shaw Ave., Fresno, CA 93710 559-228-8088
Best Cuts-Stylist 3225 W. Shaw Ave. #124, Fresno, CA 93711 559-222-0841
Joy Luck Restaurant 7899 N. Blackstone Ave., Fresno, CA 93720 559-432-8833
Joes Steakhouse presents their February Wine Dinner, Tuesday, February 23rd at 6:30pm. Bonjour everyone! This month at Joe’s, travel to France and take in some of the best French wines and sparkling spirits. Joe’s has paired these delicious wines with what they hope will prove to be a superb dinner menu. They hope to have the privilege of seeing all of you at their: Tour de France. Tickets are just $35 per person. www.joessteakhouse.com
Broadway in Fresno presents "Avenue Q", Tuesday, February 23rd and Wednesday, February 24th at 7:30pm. Ticket prices range from $27.50 to $49.50. www.newspaceentertainment.com & www.fresnoconventioncenter.com.
The David Sanborn Trio will be performing at the Tower Theatre on February 24, 2010 at 8:00pm. Opening for them will be Andrea Hammond. www.towertheatrefresno.com
Ron White will be at the Saroyan Theatre, February 25, 2010 at 7:30pm. Tickets cost $40. www.ticketmaster.com
ARE YOU READY?? Fresno Fuego will be kicking of their 2010 pre-season games beginning Saturday, February 27th and March 6th at 7PM. Tickets cost only $10 per game and $16 for both games, what a deal! The games will be held at Chukchansi Park, Downtown Fresno. Call 559-320-TIXS for more information. www.fresnofuego.com
Arena Cross is coming to the Savemart Center, Saturday, February 27th at 7:30 pm and Sunday, February 28th at 10:00 am. Tickets range from $10.75 to $41.45. Tickets are on sale now. www.savemartcenter.com
Future Events:
The California Restaurant Association Fresno chapter will host the 2009 Best of the Valley Restaurant Awards, March 1 at the Saroyan Theatre in Fresno. Tickets are on sale now. The event is open to the public. Tickets cost $50 and sponsorships at $450, $1,250 and $3,000 levels are available. More than 1,700 restaurateurs in Fresno and Madera counties will vote on the awards in more than 25 categories. The ceremony will feature the presentation of a Lifetime Achievement Award to the Mariscotti Family of the Vineyard Restaurant and Bar in Madera. The family has been a fixture of the Madera restaurant industry since the early 1900s. Robert and Helen Mariscotti established the Vineyard in 1976 and continue to serve fresh “wine country-style” dishes and cherished family recipes inspired by the agricultural bounty of the area. To register for the event, go online at www.calrest.org
9th Annual Fresno State Winemasters Weekend at the Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite held March 5-7, 2010. This event features Fresno State wine, and other agricultural products from our university's farm. A two-night package for two persons is available. Event includes Friday evening reception, Friday fireside nightcap, three fun and interactive food/wine workshops on Saturday, and Saturday night reception and five-course gourmet dinner. Discount if booked by February 21. There is an additional discount to Fresno State alumni and students available. Package details are included in the links below:
www.tenayalodge.com/winemastersweekend.aspx
http://www.fresnostatewinery.com
http://jcast.csufresno.edu/ve
The Time of Your Life-Is Now, March 24, 2010 at the William Saroyan Theatre. THRIVE, don’t just SURVIVE tough times. The speakers at this event are entrepreneurs and best-selling authors who pulled themselves out of ruts, learned lessons through hard knocks, and now teach others like you how to reach fulfillment and prosperity faster, easier, and without the struggling to learn on your own the hard way. www.thetimeofyourlifeisnow.com
If you have any questions regarding any of the above events, or if you would like to learn more about how to get your event listed in the weekly e-blast, contact Cody Dixon at cody.dixon@fresnocvb.org
2010-2011 Returning Residents
Freshman Requirements
Committee Announcements
- RHA
× Meeting Day/Time/Location: Every Tuesday at 6:00pm in Atrium Conference Room.
× Brief description of the committee: The residents who live on campus are represented by a group of elected individuals who provide a variety of programs and services. Any University Courtyard resident can take advantage of what RHA has to offer. Taking part in RHA is an excellent way to develop leadership skills and become involved in the community. The main purpose of RHA is to respond to the needs and requests of residents on issues and concerns to make on-campus residential living even better:
-Leadership Opportunities
-Events
-Food
-Facilities
-Policies & procedures
- BACCHUS
× Meeting Day/Time/Location: TBA
× Brief description of the committee: This committee is open to students interested in alcohol education as it relates to University students. It is a great opportunity to develop leadership skills and make a difference. Throughout the year, the Drug and Alcohol committee is present at various University Courtyard events and programs relating to alcohol and drug abuse such as Milk and Cookies and serving “mocktails.”
- University Courtyard Bulldog Energy Sustainability Team (UC BEST)
× Meeting Day/Time/Location: Every other Wednesday starting February 3rd at 4:00pm in Graves Hall Recreation Room.
× Brief description of the committee: UC BEST is a committee geared towards encouraging sustainability throughout campus, particularly within the residence halls, through education, publicity, program planning, and networking with other organizations and individuals that share our vision for developing a more environmentally conscious community.
- Wellness Committee
× Meeting Day/Time/Location: TBA
× Brief description of the committee: is dedicated to improving and maintaining the general health and well being of all University Courtyard students. The goal of the Wellness Committee is to promote greater health awareness by providing information, activities and services designed to support healthy lifestyle choices. This committee focuses on programs and activities intended to inform and interest our residents on issues relating to:
-Physical
-Psychological
-Emotional health
× Events:
-Resident Bowl: February
-Condom Olympics: Tentative March
- Relay For Life: April
- Diversity Committee
× Meeting Day/Time/Location: TBA
× Brief description of the committee: Have you ever felt like you were different from the norm? Do you want to challenge common prejudices about race, sexual identity, religious views, etc.? Come be a part of the Diversity Committee if you want to immerse yourself in an open-minded environment and make a difference. University Courtyard’s Diversity Committee is dedicated to:
-Educating students on the beauty of multiculturalism
-Encouraging residents to “come out of their shells”
-Help residents define what diversity is
This is achieved through programs that promote and encourage exploration of cultural backgrounds from a wide variety of viewpoints.
- Academic Success
× Meeting Day/Time/Location:TBA
× Brief description of the committee: A student led committee that focuses on improving the academic success of residents living in University Courtyard. The goal is to achieve a 3.5 or higher GPA through programs that seek to enhance academic performance including:
-Promoting good study habits
-Recognizing student academic achievements
-Facilitating networking between students and professors throughout the campus that can assist students in their academic endeavors
*If you want to get involved talk to your RA for more information.
Residence Shout Out
*If you want to send a shout-out, drop me a note in Housing Happenings box at the Atrium Front Desk or e-mail me at happeningeditor@hotmail.com
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Accounting
• Rent and Meal payments are due the 5th of each month for residents who have chosen the following payment plans:
× Monthly Payment Plan
× Monthly Financial Aid with automatic deduction
× Monthly Financial Aid without automatic deduction
× Two Payment Plan
• A late fee of $25 will be assessed on all past due accounts if payment is not received by the 10th of each month.
• February 2010 Timeline:
× Feb 5 – Payment Due
× Feb 11 – $25 Late Fee Assessed
× Feb 16 – Eviction Notices
× Feb 24 – Eviction
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On-Campus Activities:
× The Bookworm Book Club
Tuesdays, 12pm - 1pm in the USU 310
Sponsored by USU Productions and The Women's Resource Center
For More Information call 278-4435
× Theatre Plays:
http://www.csufresno.edu/theatrearts/performances/current_season.shtml
× USU Productions Haiti Collection
Help Save Lives!
Donate Your Spare Change
Drop off your financial donations or spare change at the
USU Recreation Center and receive a BOWLING COUPON!!!
Now through March 5, 2010
All proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross Central Valley
About Fresno:
× Ron White (Comedian) on Feb. 25th @ 7:30pm at the Selland Arena- Fresno Convention Center.http://www.ticketmaster.com
Save Mart Center: Concerts
× ARENACROSS on Feb. 27th @ 8:00pm at the Save Mart Center.
× ARENACROSS on Feb. 28th @ 8:00pm at the Save Mart Center.
× MONSTER JAM on Mar. 5th @ 7:30pm at the Save Mart Center.
× MONSTER JAM on Mar. 6th @ 2:30pm at the Save Mart Center.
× WWE RAW-Road To Wrestlemania on Mar. 13th @ 7:30pm at the Save Mart Center.
× PBR (Professional Bull Rider) on Mar. 19th (2010) @ 8:00pm at the Save Mart Center.
× PBR (Professional Bull Rider) on Mar. 20th (2010) @ 6:00pm at the Save Mart Center.
× Strikeforce Challenger Series on Mar. 26th @ 6:45pm at the Save Mart Center.
× Rock & Worship Roadshow on Apr. 1st @ 7:00pm at the Save Mart Center.
× Taylor Swift on Apr. 10th @ 7:00pm at the Save Mart Center.
× Daugthry on Apr. 26th @ 7:30pm at the Save Mart Center.
× Carrie Underwood on May 18th @ 7:30pm at the Save Mart Center.
× Alegria-Cirque Du Soleil on May 27th at 7:30pm at the Save Mart Center.
*TICKETS GO ON SELL FEBRUARY 22nd*
× Alegria-Cirque Du Soleil on May 28th at 3:30pm at the Save Mart Center.
*TICKETS GO ON SELL FEBRUARY 22ND*
× Alegria-Cirque Du Soleil on May 28th at 7:30pm at the Save Mart Center.
*TICKETS GO ON SELL FEBRUARY 22ND*
× Alegria-Cirque Du Soleil on May 29th at 3:30pm at the Save Mart Center.
*TICKETS GO ON SELL FEBRUARY 22ND*
× Alegria-Cirque Du Soleil on May 29th at 7:30pm at the Save Mart Center.
*TICKETS GO ON SELL FEBRUARY 22ND*
× Alegria-Cirque Du Soleil on May 30th at 1:00pm at the Save Mart Center.
*TICKETS GO ON SELL FEBRUARY 22ND*
× Alegria-Cirque Du Soleil on May 30th at 5:00pm at the Save Mart Center.
*TICKETS GO ON SELL FEBRUARY 22ND*
Check online for more ticket information visit there website at http://www.savemartcenter.com/
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FSU Sports: Spring Edition
Lacrosse:
× Fresno State vs. Detroit on Mar. 11th @ 4:00pm in Student Horse Center
× Fresno State vs. Iona on Mar. 17th @ 7:00pm in Student Horse Center
× Fresno State vs. Cincinnati on Mar. 23rd @ 4:00pm in Student Horse Center
× Fresno State vs. Stanford on Apr. 2nd @ 7:00pm in Student Horse Center
× Fresno State vs. Oregon on Apr. 4th @ 12:00pm in Student Horse Center
× Fresno State vs. UC Davis on Apr. 23rd @ 3:30pm in Student Horse Center
Men's Tennis:
× Fresno State vs. UC Irvine on Feb. 26th @ 5:00pm in Spalding G Wathen
× Fresno State vs. UNLV on Feb. 28th @ 10:30am in Spalding G Wathen
Women's Tennis:
× Fresno State vs. SMU on Mar. 27th @ 1:00pm in Spalding G Wathen
Men & Women's Track & Field:
× Fresno State Dual on May 1st @ 5:00pm in Warmerdam Field
Women’s Equestrian:
× Fresno State vs. Auburn on Mar. 13th @ 9:00am in Student Horse Center.
× Fresno State vs. Kansas State on Mar. 14th @ 9:00am in Student Horse Center
Baseball:
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Fresno State vs. Nebraska on Feb. 22nd @ 6:05pm at Beiden Field.
× Fresno State vs. Cal State Bakersfield on Mar. 3rd @ 6:05pm in Beiden Field.
× Fresno State vs. Oregon on Mar. 5th @ 6:05pm in Beiden Field.
× Fresno State vs. Oregon on Mar. 6th @ 2:05pm at Beiden Field.
× Fresno State vs. Oregon on Mar. 6th @ 5:35pm at Beiden Field.
× Fresno State vs. Oregon on Mar. 7th @ 1:05pm at Beiden Field.
× Fresno State vs. Santa Clara on Mar. 9th @ 6:05pm at Beiden Field.
Softball:
× Fresno State vs. East Carolina on Mar. 10th @ 6:00pm at Bulldog Diamond.
× Fresno State vs. East Carolina on Mar. 10th @ 8:00pm at Bulldog Diamond.
× Fresno State vs. ETSU on Mar. 11th @ 7:00pm at Bulldog Diamond.
× Fresno State vs. Colorado State on Mar. 12th @ 7:00pm at Bulldog Diamond.
× Fresno State vs. Cal State Northridge on Mar. 13th @ 4:30pm at Bulldog Diamond.
× Fresno State vs. Georgetown on Mar. 13th @ 7:00pm at Bulldog Diamond.
× Fresno State vs. Mississippi State on Mar. 14th @ 2:00pm at Bulldog Diamond.
× Fresno State vs. Princeton on Mar. 16th @ 6:00pm at Bulldog Diamond.
Men’s Basketball:
× Fresno State vs. Cal State Bakersfield on Feb. 23rd @ 7:00pm in Save Mart Center.
× Fresno State vs. Louisiana Tech on Mar. 4th @ 7:00pm in Save Mart Center.
Women’s Basketball:
× Fresno State vs. San Jose State on Mar. 3rd @ 7:00pm in Save Mart Center.
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CD Release February 23, 2010:
× Bear McCreary, Battlestar Galactica
× Joanna Newsom, Have One On Me
× The Carolina Chocolate Drops, Genuine Negro Jig
× Irish Tenors, Ireland
× Sarah Buxton, Sarah Buxton
× Dan Fogelberg, Dan Fogelberg Live: Greetings From the West
× Ali Farka Touré, Ali & Toumani
× Carrie Newcomer, Before & After
× Josh Thompson, Way Out Here
× John Pizzarelli, Rockin' In Rhythm: A Duke Ellington Tribute
× Alkaline Trio, This Addiction [Special Edition]
× George Jones, George Jones: The Great Lost Hits
× High on Fire, Snakes for the Divine
× David Broza, Night Dawn: Poetry of Townes Van Zandt
× Mykola Hobdych, Valentine Silvestrov: Sacred Works
× Till Fellner, Beethoven: Piano Concertos 4 & 5
DVD Release February 23, 2010:
× Matt Damon in The Informant!
× Robert De Niro in Everybody's Fine
× Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant
× Nurse Jackie - Season 1
× Criterion: Le McCarey's Make Way for Tomorrow
× My Three Sons - Season 2, Vol. 1
× Adam-12: Season Four
× Night Court - Season 3
× Project Runway: Season 6
× Criterion Collection: Howards End
× Survivorman: Alone In The American Wilderness
× Universe: Complete Season 4
× Lock & Load with R. Lee Ermey - Season 1
× Michael Sheen in The Damned United
× Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths
× Ghost Hunters: Season 5 - Part 1
× Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day
Movies In Theaters February 26:
× Shutter Island
× The Ghost Writer (Limited)
× The Good Guy (Limited)
TV Shows This Week February 22 to February 28: (Bold: Premiere, Finale and/or Other)
Monday
× XXI Winter Olympics @ 8:00pm on NBC.
× Celebrity Fit Club Season 7 @ 9:00pm on MTV.
× Damages Season @ 8:00pm on FX.
× Greek Season @ 10:00 on ABC Family.
× Secret Life of An American Teenager @ 8:00pm on ABC Family
× Make It or Break It @ 9:00pm on ABC Family.
× Heroes @ 9:00pm on NBC
× House @ 8:00pm on Fox.
× One Tree Hill @ 8:00pm on The CW.
× Life UneXpexted @ 9:00pm on The CW.
× The Bachelor @ 8:00pm on ABC.
× The Buried Life @ 10:00pm on MTV.
× Castle @ 10:00pm on ABC.
× My Life As Liz @ 10:30pm on MTV.
Tuesday
× Boyz N the Hood (Movie) @ 8:00pm on BET.
× 16 and Pregnant @ 10:00pm on MTV.
× XXI Winter Olympics @ 8:00pm on NBC.
× Lost: The Final Season @ 8:00pm on ABC.
× American Idol @ 8:00pm on Fox.
× The Biggest Loser @ 8:00pm on NBC.
× Scrubs @ 8:00pm on ABC.
× The Forgotten @ 10:00pm on ABC.
× NCIS: Los Angeles @ 9:00pm on CBS
× The Good Wife @ 10:00pm on CBS
Wednesday
× The Matrix(Movie) @ 8:00pm on BET
× Step Up (Movie) @ 7:30pm on ABC Family.
× XXI Winter Olympics @ 8:00pm on NBC.
× Monsters vs. Aliens: Mutant Pumpkins from Outer @ 8:00pm on NBC.
× Nip/Tuck @ 10:00pm on FX.
× American Idol @ 8:00pm on Fox.
× Ugly Betty @ 10:00pm on ABC
× Tyler Perry’s Meet the Browns @ 9:00pm on TBS.
× Modern Family @ 9:00pm on ABC.
× The Real WorldD.C. @ 10:00pm on MTV.
× The Middle @ 8:30pm on ABC.
Thursday
× XXI Winter Olympics @ 8:00pm on NBC.
× Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains Season Premiere @ 8:00pm on CBS.
× America’s Best Dance Crew (ABCD) Season 5 @ 10:00pm on MTV.
× Take the Stage Season 2 @ 11:00 on MTV.
× Project Runway @ 10:00pm on Lifetime.
× The Vampire Diaries @ 8:00pm on The CW.
× Supernatural @ 9:00pm on The CW
× The Office @ 9:00pm on NBC
× CSI: Crime Scene @ 9:00pm on CBS.
× Grey Anatomy @ 9:00pm on ABC.
× The Deep End @ 8:00pm on ABC.
× The Mentatlist @ 10:00pm on CBS.
× Survivor: Samoa @ 8:00pm on CBS.
× Bones @ 8:00pm on FOX.
× Private Practice @ 9:00pm on CBS.
× Fringe @ 9:00pm on Fox
Friday
× Blades of Glory @ 8:00pm on ABC.
× XXI Winter Olympics @ 8:00pm on NBC.
× Kitchen Nightmares Season 3 Premiere @ 9:00pm on Fox.
× Ugly Betty @ 8:00pm on ABC.
× Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? @ 8:00pm on FOX.
× Ghost Whisperer @ 8:00pm on CBS.
× Smallville @ 8:00pm on The CW.
× Numb3rs @ 10:00pm on CBS.
× Dollhouse @ 8:00pm on FOX.
× Medium @ 9:00pm on CBS.
× WWE Friday Night SmackDown! @ 9:00pm on KAIL.
Saturday
× Sydney White (Movie) @ 9:00 pm on Lifetime.
× The Wedding Date (Movie) @ 8:00pm on ABC Family.
× XXI Winter Olympics @ 8:00pm on NBC.
× Gone in Sixty Seconds(Movie) @ 8:00pm on AETV
Sunday
× XXI Winter Olympics @ 7:00pm on NBC.
× The Girls Next Door @ 10:30pm on E!
× Three Rivers @ 8:00pm on CBS
× Extreme Makeover: Home Edition @ 8:00pm on ABC.
× The Simpsons @ 8:00pm on FOX.
× The Cleveland Show @ 8:30pm on FOX.
× Desperate Housewives @ 9:00pm on ABC.
× Family Guy @ 9:00pm on FOX.
× American Dad @ 9:30pm on FOX.
× Brothers & Sisters @ 10:00pm on ABC.
× Cold Case @ 10:00pm on CBS.
× Tough Love Season 2 @ 9:00pm on VH1.
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Alex Jones (Resident Advisor)
Housing Happenings: If you could have dinner with any four people from any time, fictional or non-fictional, who would they be and why?
Alex Jones: George Washington, Abraham “Abe” Lincoln, Ben Franklin and Sir Isaac Newton because I find these accomplishment interesting and would like to learn from them.
H.H.: What made you laugh the hardest in your entire life?
A.J.: When we pulled a prank on one of my friends while on a train heading to New Mexico.
H.H.: What is your deepest regret?
A.J.: Being a procrastinator.
H.H.: Do you believe in ghosts?
A.J.: Yes.
H.H.: What exactly is your idea of 'your type of girl'?
A.J.: Smart, friendly, down to earth, and goal oriented.
H.H.: If you could have one superpower, what would it be?
A.J.: Breathing under water.
H.H.: If you were a genie, what wish would you absolutely not grant?
A.J.: Alter free will, or killing someone.
H.H.: If you could go to the past or future, where would you stay and why?
A.J.: I would visit the past but I would not stay. And I would choose the past to take another look at my mistakes.
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MC Monk Raps the Word - See Video of MC Monk here
Even though monk Kansho Tagai could not understand the English lyrics in the rap music he heard, he just fell in love with the vibes. He has mastered the moonwalk and has become the hippest monk on the block.
With him being a part of the hip hop music scene, he is drawing in the younger generations towards Buddhism, getting the lyrics to get his religious Buddhist teaching across to today’s younger Japanese society.
Dressed in sports gear, the monk amazes his new fans, including Yuriko Watanabe, who said: "He really amazes everyone with his talent. When I first saw him on the stage, I was like ´Wow!´"
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Ninja Restaurant Opens
A Ninja-themed restaurant has been opened in Taipei to rousing success in a city that is chock-full of themed dining opportunities. Diners are met by ninja waitresses, equipped with swords and flares of flame that scoot across the tables.
The owner of the restaurant, Ou Chia-wei, also owns a hospital-themed restaurant in the city, "liked ninjas and figured that would be a pretty obvious, visual theme for the restaurant," according to the establishment´s sales manager.
Waitresses are encouraged to pose for photos with diners, and should one walk into the restaurant at the right time, they would be treated to magic shows and cabarets as well as the usual visual fanfare.
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Woman Arrested After Asking "Why?"
Four women, including Minnie Carey of Atlanta, Georgia, were making plans for the funeral of their friend when Atlanta Police officer Brandy Dolson told them to move along. All moved along except for Carey, aged 61 at that time, who then asked the question: "Why?"
Carey, who has diabetes, was then incarcerated without food for 9 hours. The handcuffs allegedly caused her hands to become swollen. Before this, she had never been to jail in her 15 years of living in Atlanta.
Carey´s case was strung out with three court dates. The first court date the prosecutor failed to appear. In the second and third cases, Dolson failed to appear. As a result, the disorderly conduct charge was dismissed.
(New stories came from here)
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Popcorn with Parmesan and Pecorino
Ingredients:
× 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
× 4 tablespoons butter, melted
× 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
× 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano
Directions:
- Pop the popcorn using a large, heavy pot with a tight-fitting lid or a popcorn maker.
- Coat the bottom of the pot with vegetable oil and heat over low heat. Drop in 1 kernel of corn and when it pops add the remaining corn, cover and shake pan. Continue to shake pan until all the corn has popped, being careful not to burn.
- Place the popped popcorn in a large bowl. Drizzle with the melted butter and sprinkle with the cheeses. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.
(This recipe came from here)
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