GREAT MEADOWS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, CONCORD, MA
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The Old Schwamb Mill is proud to host the panAFRICAproject, a compelling photography exhibition by Boston-based photographer Lou Jones. On view from March 21 through May 16, the exhibition opens with a public reception at 2:00 PM on March 21 and concludes with a closing talk and event at 2:00 PM on May 16. More […]
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March 24-April 12, 2026 Exhibit hours: 11-5pm Tue-Sun Reception: Mar 27 from 7pm-9pm Crown: A Celebration of Black Hair celebrates the beauty, legacy, and joy of Black hair. Crown will feature the works of three renowned photographers whose artistry highlights the depth and diversity of Black hair across generations, cultures, and styles. The […]
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In April 2026, Patrick Atkinson, a Scottish Rite Mason from Delaware, will lace up his running shoes and set out on a monumental journey, running from Wilmington, Delaware, to Lexington, Massachusetts. This isn’t just a physical test of endurance. It’s a fundraiser to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, […]
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Lots of fun for both children and families, this traditional egg hunt is a great way to introduce younger kids to the historic Faulkner Homestead, 5 High Street, Acton. $10 per child. All kids must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your own basket, ready to fill. Parking on nearby public lots.
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The Bigelow Library will be hosting this exhibit from the National Library of Medicine.
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Master Class & Live Performance with Master Luthier Steve Kauffman Join the Guitar Museum of New England, in collaboration with the Concord Conservatory of Music, for a special evening celebrating the artistry and craftsmanship of the guitar. This inaugural Master Class launches a new series exploring the instrument’s design, history, and cultural significance. Master luthier […]
$20.52 – $39.19
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A delightful new family musical celebrating courage, sacrifice, and the birth of the American Revolution will come to Lexington this spring. For Love! For Liberty! will be performed on Saturday, April 11 at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library. Blending original music, dance, and powerful storytelling, For Love! […]
$20
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The Liberty Pole Capping and Raising is a reenactment of a practice in Colonial America signifying dissatisfaction with varied rulings and conduct of the English government of that date. It is meant to be commemorative of the spirit of liberty exemplified by Bedfordians and other colonials in the early phases of the War for Independence. […]
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Have you visited the Bedford Historical Society’s exhibit, "Bedford Answers the Call," yet? Join us for a special Open House on April 11 from 8:00–10:15 a.m., and again immediately following the Pole Capping Day parade and ceremony. Our current exhibit, "Bedford Answers the Call," offers a compelling look at Bedford’s role in the opening chapter […]
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Please join us for an open house marking the end of the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum and Library’s 50th anniversary celebration! Visit exhibitions that examine the museum’s collection over the past 50 years and Lexington’s role in the American Revolution, see a replica of the cannon Henry Knox brought from Ticonderoga to Dorchester on loan from the Grand Lodge […]
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18th century newspapers and pamphlets were essential to the dissemination of information and were instrumental in fanning the flames of discord on both sides of the revolutionary conflict. However, how did printers get their information? This interactive program, with the added component of 18th century material culture items, focuses on the incredible process of typesetting […]
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North Bridge, Concord Ceremony 7:45 pm - 8:30 pm Luminaria 7:30 pm- 9:00 pm As darkness descends upon the North Bridge battlefield we invite you to come and reflect on the events of April 19, 1775 and the meaning of liberty. The evening ceremony will feature a lantern-light procession, poetry, music, and a recitation of […]
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Lexington was preparing for battle long before British soldiers arrived on April 19th, 1775. Paul Revere and William Dawes, fellow Sons of Liberty, rode hard from Boston, arriving in town just before midnight. Their destination: The home of Reverend Clarke. Their mission: To warn Patriot leaders John Hancock and Samuel Adams of the impending British […]
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Celebrate Patriots’ Day weekend at the historic Jason Russell House & Museum with FREE guided tours, sponsored by Leader Bank. Visitors are invited to explore the site of the largest skirmish of the first battle of the American Revolutionary War and one of Arlington’s most important historic landmarks. Free tours will be offered as part […]
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On the night of April 18th, 1775, over 700 British soldiers were sent from Boston to Concord to destroy a store of ammunition and other supplies for an anticipated war. As dawn approached on the fateful following morning, the town militia of Lexington stood in anxious anticipation to stand in their way. The two groups […]
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Saturday April 18, 2026 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Explore the interior of the Hartwell Tavern. Talk with living history interpreters dressed in eighteenth century attire and learn about Massachusetts on the brink of war in 1774 & 1775. This event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/REV-STORIES_logo-mark_square.png This event explores our region's […]
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Saturday, April 18, 2026 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Explore the interior of the William Smith House. Talk with living history interpreters dressed in eighteenth century attire and learn about Massachusetts on the brink of war in 1774 & 1775. This event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/REV-STORIES_logo-mark_square.png This event explores our […]
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Join us for an afternoon of outdoor activities and local history on the lawn of the Jason Russell House. This family-friendly event is co-sponsored by the Cyrus Dallin Art Museum and the Old Schwamb Mill, bringing together three of Arlington’s historical organizations for a shared community day. Whether you are interested in art, local history, […]
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Muster at Buttrick Hillside at 5:45 a.m. Church bells at First Parish in Concord toll at 6:00 a.m. to sound the alarm. "Dr. Prescott" arrives at the North Bridge after riding across the fields calling out the warning to towns and villages that the Regulars were on the march and that their destination was Concord. […]
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Each year, on the Monday of Patriots’ Day weekend, the Acton Minutemen recreate the famous march to Concord over the remnants of the original trail that Captain Isaac Davis and his men traveled on that fateful day, referred to by stone markers labeled “Line of March, April 19, 1775”. Click here to learn more about […]
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Sunday, April 19, 2026 Program will begin at North Bridge Visitor Center 174 Liberty Street, Concord MA 8:30 am- 9:30 am Commemorate the "Shot Heard 'Round the World" in real time during this one hour Ranger led battle walk. Explore the story of the North Bridge and the soldiers who fought and died on this […]
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Monday, April 20, 2026 6:45 AM Tribute 7:00 AM March to Concord Starts next to Bemis Hall 15 Bedford Road, Lincoln, MA Start your day with a solemn tribute at dawn at the Bemis Burying Ground, where we honor the fallen patriots who gave everything for liberty. At 7:00 AM, this moving ceremony will lead […]
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Click here to learn more. Image courtesy of Ann Ringwood/Wicked Local https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/REV-STORIES_logo-mark_square.png This event explores our region's revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom's Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation's semiquincentennial anniversary.
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Hear ye, hear ye! Experience Paul Revere-inspired poems, Arlington’s revolutionary history, and Cyrus Dallin’s 57-year monument battle, brought to life by Arlington locals! This free, family-friendly program will feature live readings of the Dallin Museum’s two favorite Paul Revere themed poems – one by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and the other by Cyrus Dallin himself. Learn […]
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Wednesday, April 22, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Nobscot Scout Reservation, Sudbury Come celebrate Earth Day with Boot Boutwell at Nobscot Scout Reservation in Sudbury. We'll begin with a brief overview of the history of Earth Day and a little poetry. Then we'll head out into the sanctuary to look for early blooming wildflowers and […]
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How a tiny dry leaf from the other side of the globe worked its way into the cultural identity of a young nation. Join living history interpreter Audrey Stuck-Girard as she prepares a few cups of 18th-century tea with antique teaware and discusses the ways the beverage impacted cultural traditions, global trade, and revolutionary politics […]
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The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
$25 – $63
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The walk is free, but you must register as the walk is limited to 25 people. Registration: https:// //tinyurl.com/Apr25-Acton250 You will receive details on parking, and where to meet closer to April 25th. Professional tour leader Amy Cole grew up near Acton Center and has a wide ranging-interest in Acton’s unique history. Exploring South Acton's historic […]
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AN EVENING WITH SHAKESPEARE SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026 | 7:30PM PRE-CONCERT CONDUCTOR'S TALK AT 6:30pm Sponsored by Kip Connor & Linh Vong Mendelssohn (McPhee arr.) | A Midsummer Night’s Dream —with Lexington Children’s Chorus Our season finale features the Lexington Children’s Chorus performing in Mendelssohn’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. This composition is adapted and arranged […]
$15 – $75
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
$25 – $63
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Vocabulary.com describes an “assortment” as “a bunch of different things all together, whether they’re the same sort or not.” “For example,” says Society President and Bedford Town Historian Sharon McDonald, “an assortment of chocolates would be a box of cherry-filled, nut, caramel, coconut, and orange crème candies. Using her engaging story-telling style, McDonald’s “Bedford Assortment” […]
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Historical Piano Concerts' 40th Spring season presents performances that pay homage to the pianist-composers associated with the Collection's historical original pianos. You'll find detailed information on all events and the instruments at FrederickCollection.org. On Sunday, April 26th, Shtrykov - Tanaka Duo, Maksim Shtrykov (clarinet) and Misuzu Tanaka (piano) play piano solo works by Bach-Liszt and […]
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The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
$25 – $63
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The Umbrella Arts Center of Concord, MA presents its second Ceramics Biennial Exhibition, “Earthworks: Evolution”, a regional show celebrating the depth of history, tradition, and cultural expression in contemporary ceramics, and the ways in which artists continue to expand the field through innovation and reinterpretation. Admission is free and the Allie Kussin Gallery is open […]
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It is often said that the army marches on its stomach and it’s just as true during the 18th century as it is today. But how was the army supplied with that food? How was it cooked/processed? And what ways did the food that housewives cooked/processed/preserved in their homes support the Continental Army as it […]
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It is often said that the army marches on its stomach and it’s just as true during the 18th century as it is today. But how was the army supplied with that food? How was it cooked/processed? And what ways did the food that housewives cooked/processed/preserved in their homes support the Continental Army as it […]
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The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
$25 – $63
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We invite you to embark on a fascinating historical audio tour of Westford Center before the Civil War! Join our enthusiastic virtual guides, Kate Hamlin (1847-1937) and Fred Fisher (1855-1941), as they share their vivid memories of their beloved hometown. While exploring the charming historic Westford Center, you'll have the chance to reflect on its […]
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Blacksmithing Demonstration at KeeneMetaling Forge The Village Blacksmith in a Colonial Town Experience Fire, Steel, and Craftsmanship — Up Close Step into the world of traditional blacksmithing at the KeeneMetaling forge in Lexington, where raw steel is heated, hammered, and transformed before your eyes. This live demonstration offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the tools, […]
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"A Rebel Town: Groton’s Revolutionary War Sites" is an immersive audio walking tour created by the Destination Groton Committee to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution. Local historian Joshua Vollmar researched, wrote and will be your guide on the tour as you explore Groton, Massachusetts — a town whose rich […]
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Nature-based Solutions (NbS) work with nature to address social, economic, and environmental challenges. Former Fort Devens is using future-forward Nature-based-Solutions to integrate the built and natural environment to combat climate change, improve resiliency, and develop happier and healthier places for people to live, work, learn, and play. Across the community, these green infrastructure elements are […]
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Challenge: This is a clue-based and mobile device activity, where you will use the provided cryptic clues on this Game Card to find various historical locations that played a significant role in Princeton’s history. As a last resort, we have included each locations longitude/latitude coordinates to help you zero in on each location. Instructions: Once […]
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The Historical Downtown Hudson Walking Tour was developed by Richard Gelpke with assistance from David Bonazzoli and Lorene Jean, Hudson Art & Framing. All content on this page is taken from Hudson History and Recollections. DATE & TIME: This is a self-guided activity available at your convenience. LOCATION: Downtown Hudson, MA 01749 This program […]
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The Treasure Hunt will take place for two weeks leading up to West Concord's spring festival, Spring into West Concord, on May 16th. Approximately 30 businesses will receive lanterns which have been made by local artists. Each lantern will be numbered and hang in a window. People can pick up game sheets with the names […]
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Collection of 15 NOA artists in a variety of media -- paintings, photographs, fiber art, glass -- on display through the end of May in the lobby gallery of the historic Groton Inn. This is a self-guided activity. Learn more about the NOA Gallery. DATE: Friday, May 1 - Friday, May 15 TIME: 7 AM […]
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Featuring artwork from the Communications, Art and Design Department at Middlesex Community College, this exhibition showcases the faculty’s ongoing work as practicing professional artists. Representing a range of disciplines, the collection reflects the depth of technical mastery and creative vision sustained through their dedicated studio practices and continued contributions to the contemporary art field. DATES: […]
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Tattoo: Friday, May 1, 6:30-8:30 pm on the Lexington Battle Green, 1625 Massachusetts Ave. Free outdoor evening performance of fife and drum music at the scene of the first skirmish in the Revolutionary War. Hosted by the William Diamond Junior Fife & Drum Corps of Lexington and featuring four other corps. Lexington Muster: Saturday, May […]
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Did you know Concord Prison has a nearly 150-year history featuring experimental psychology, notable inmates, and distinctive architecture? Join us on May 1 to learn about the prison’s origins in 1878, its evolution, community impact, and eventual closure in 2025. The story begins with Concord Reformatory and includes other facilities like Charlestown Jail and Rutland […]
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When Lancaster resident Mary Rowlandson published her captivity narrative in 1682, it quickly became a best-seller both in the American colonies and in Britain. But what was it about her story that was so interesting? Why did seventeenth-century readers enjoy a captivity narrative so much? Join our Special Collections and Archives Librarian to learn more […]
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The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
$25 – $63
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The Umbrella Arts Center in the heart of historic Concord Center cultural district is home to more than 50 working artists skilled in a variety of fine and applied arts including ceramics, glass, fiber arts, jewelry making, illustration, mixed-media, painting, photography, printmaking, illustration, sculpture, woodworking, writing and more. Since the organization’s founding Studio Artists have […]
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Blacksmithing Demonstration at KeeneMetaling Forge The Village Blacksmith in a Colonial Town Experience Fire, Steel, and Craftsmanship — Up Close Step into the world of traditional blacksmithing at the KeeneMetaling forge in Lexington, where raw steel is heated, hammered, and transformed before your eyes. This live demonstration offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the tools, […]
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Join this family activity to help build homes for our local Eastern bluebirds and plant spring flowers at Stillwater Farm. Learn about bluebird habitat, attracting and keeping bluebirds, and how to maintain and predator-proof a bluebird house. Build a nesting box to take home for your own backyard. REGISTRATION REQUIRED, SPOTS ARE LIMITED. DATE: Saturday, […]
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In celebration of America250, the Sudbury Historical Society (SHS) will proudly present the Sudbury Witness House Tour on Saturday, May 2nd! Experience some of the oldest homes in Sudbury that witnessed 1776: the momentous year of the ratification of the United States Declaration of Independence and one that recalls the town spirit in Sudbury through its famous […]
$40 – $50
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In celebration of America250, the Sudbury Historical Society (SHS) will proudly present the Sudbury Witness House Tour on Saturday, May 2nd! Experience some of the oldest homes in Sudbury that witnessed 1776: the momentous year of the ratification of the United States Declaration of Independence and one that recalls the town spirit in Sudbury through […]
$40 – $50
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Discover Arlington’s Cultural District at the Visitor Center on the Minuteman Bikeway, site of the birthplace of the real “Uncle Sam,” with pop-up music, exhibits, workshops, table chats and self-guided audio tours. Planned programs include: Sunday, May 3: ArtsArlington Public Art Table with live jazz Saturday, May 9: Arlington Cultural District Self-Guided Audio Tour Sunday, […]
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Blacksmithing Demonstration at KeeneMetaling Forge The Village Blacksmith in a Colonial Town Experience Fire, Steel, and Craftsmanship — Up Close Step into the world of traditional blacksmithing at the KeeneMetaling forge in Lexington, where raw steel is heated, hammered, and transformed before your eyes. This live demonstration offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the tools, […]
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Hidden Battles Foundation’s Sunday morning ruck and hikes are community-based gatherings designed to bring veterans, first responders, and supporters together through purposeful movement and connection. Held at Mine Falls Park, Nashua these outings typically cover 3–5 miles and include handicap-capable accessible routes, ensuring the experience is welcoming and inclusive for all ability levels. We hike […]
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During the warmer months, LexArt will be hosting outdoor artisan pop-up markets in our Parking Lot. These markets will have vendors that are selling one of kind handmade arts and crafts. LexArt is inviting local artists to come set up a tent to sell their unique and well-crafted artwork. DATE: Sunday, May 3 (Rain Date: […]
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Join us at the Middlesex Fells for a natural dye workshop led by Elizabeth James-Perry, Aquinnah Wampanoag Artist and Educator. Please join us on Sunday, May 3rd from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM for a natural dye workshop and Wampum art showcase in the Middlesex Fells. Elizabeth James-Perry will use natural plants and earth elements […]
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