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SUMMARY:Northwest Dharma Celebration Introduction
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our biggest gathering of the year\, the 2026 Northwest Dharma Celebration! \nThis year our Western National Spiritual Director and visiting Teacher Gen Kelsang Gomlam will grant the blessing empowerment of Buddha White Tara. An empowerment is a uniquely qualified guided meditation in which we receive special blessings into our mind. Gen Gomlam will also offer teachings on subtle impermenance\, one of the “Four Seals” of Buddhism.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/northwest-dharma-celebration-introduction/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditation Class: Meditations for World Peace
DESCRIPTION:Generate authentic hope and happiness every Sunday morning at Kadampa Meditation Center Washington! Join us for our classes on building world peace one peaceful mind at a time\, learning Buddha’s special methods of loving kindness. In these classes we will be exploring teachings from the book\, The New Eight Steps to Happiness\, written by the renowned Buddhist Master Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. \nTraducción Simultánea al Español \n 
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/sunday-morning-meditation-class-meditations-for-world-peace-3/2026-03-08/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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SUMMARY:Refuge Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Going for refuge is the first of the four great preliminary guides which lead us to the state of full enlightenment. Through training in sincerely going for refuge we enter the gateway to Buddhism; and training in the compassionate mind of bodhichitta we enter the gateway to the Mahayana – the main path to the state of enlightenment.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/refuge-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260321T153000
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SUMMARY:Skagit Valley Day Retreat: Spiritual Vitality in the Heart
DESCRIPTION:Where does our spiritual vitality come from? It comes from the precious mind of faith\, which brings us a special experience of inner peace and ignites our passion for spiritual healing for ourselves and others. In this retreat\, Kadam Trina will guide three sessions on the revitalizing mind of Buddhist faith in the enlightened Buddha Shakyamuni and his power to liberate us from suffering permanently.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/skagit-valley-day-retreat-spiritual-vitality-in-the-heart/
LOCATION:Fidalgo Bay Resort\, 4701 Fidalgo Bay Rd.\, Anacortes\, WA\, 98221\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260412T130000
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SUMMARY:Ocean Meditation Retreat 2026
DESCRIPTION:Discovering a World of Kindness\nA blissful weekend at Ocean Park Retreat Center\nIn this retreat\, we’ll learn to recognize the incredible kindness we have received from others — from our mother of this life\, from countless beings who provide for us\, and from those who guide and inspire our spiritual growth. \nThrough guided meditations and practical teachings\, we’ll gradually open our hearts to see all living beings as our mothers and awaken a deep appreciation for the limitless kindness we have received since beginningless time. \nWith gentle meditation sessions\, peaceful reflection\, and the calming presence of the ocean\, this retreat gives you the chance to relax\, refresh\, and connect with a warmer\, more open heart. \nReturn home uplifted\, inspired\, and motivated to bring greater kindness into your life and the world around you. \nEveryone of all backgrounds and faiths are welcome!\nAn away retreat with Pacific Northwest Resident Teachers\n~ A blissful weekend at Ocean Park Retreat Center ~ \nTo register\, click here
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/ocean-meditation-retreat-2026/
LOCATION:Ocean Park Retreat Center\, 28511 Vernon Ave\, Ocean Park\, WA\, 98640\, United States
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SUMMARY:Compassion Fasting Retreat (Nyungnay)
DESCRIPTION:During this 2-day retreat\, we practice fasting\, making prostrations\, and offering chanted prayers to the protector of the world\, the Buddha of Compassion Avalokiteshvara. \nThis beautiful practice emphasizes compassion for all living beings and is a powerful way to purify negativity\, pacify strong delusions\, receive blessings\, and increase our love\, compassion\, and Bodhichitta. \nYou are welcome to participate in one or both days. Both retreat days begin with taking the Mahayana precepts at dawn. The precepts involve maintaining a fast with only a simple meal at lunch\, however you can drink water\, juice\, tea\, etc. throughout the 24 hour period. \nParticipants are encouraged to attend the introductory talk for this retreat.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/compassion-fasting-retreat-nyungnay/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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SUMMARY:US National Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Heart of Reality\nPrajnaparamita Empowerment & Teachings on the Heart Sutra with Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab\nThis is an excerpt of the Heart Sutra\, viewed to be the quintessence of Buddha's explanation of emptiness\, or "ultimate truth". From one point of view\, it is utterly simple and a bare revelation of the truth. From another angle\, it is like a beautiful puzzle to be explored and understood that will yield never-ending insights. Its raw power\, when recited with a compassionate motivation\, shifts the mind and empowers change. \nTo aid our understanding of this profound practice\, we will receive the empowerment of Buddha Prajnaparamita. Prajnaparamita is the embodiment of the higher perfection of wisdom. Empowerments are blissful\, guided meditations that help facilitate a connection with a certain enlightened being. Through receiving this blessing empowerment\, we will gain inspiration to understand these deep truths of the Heart Sutra and feel energized to make positive change in our life. Everyone welcome!
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/us-national-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260509T160000
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SUMMARY:Fearless Wisdom: The Blessing Empowerment of Arya Tara
DESCRIPTION:This empowerment is a sublime guided meditation through which we make a deep connection with Arya Green Tara and gain insight on how to rely on her blessings in our spiritual practice. \nArya Tara is a female Buddha\, a manifestation of the ultimate wisdom of all enlightened beings. “Tara” means rescuer; if we rely on Tara with strong faith she will care for us throughout this life and all our future lives. \nThe event includes the blessing empowerment of Arya Green Tara\, instructions on how to receive her enlightened care and blessings in our daily life\, and the opportunity to engage in group practice to strengthen our connection to Tara.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/fearless-wisdom-the-blessing-empowerment-of-arya-tara/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T170000
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SUMMARY:NKT - IKBU International - Spring Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Center.   Conishead Priory\, Ulverston\, United Kingdom\nBUDDHA AMITAYUS EMPOWERMENT AND TEACHINGS ON EIGHT VERSES OF TRAINING THE MIND\n\nwith Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab\n\n\nThrough this empowerment we will receive the special blessings of Amitayus\, the Buddha of long life\, wisdom and merit. \n\n\nThen\, based on Eight Verses of Training the Mind\, Gen-la Khyenrab will explain how we can transform all the problems and difficulties of our daily life into opportunities for developing authentic love and compassion\, and for finding true and lasting happiness. \n'If everyone were to practise cherishing others\, many of the major problems of the world would be solved in a few years.' \nVenerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche The New Eight Steps to Happiness \nMany people experience the Festival in person\, but many also attend the Festival online. If you want to attend the festival online\n\nCheck out the online registration options on this page. Learn More - visit the page. 
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/spring-festival-2026-nkt-ikbu-international/
LOCATION:WA
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T150000
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SUMMARY:Garden Work Party at KMCWA
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 30th | 10:00 - 3:00pm\nJoin with friends and work in the Center's garden. Come for the entire day or drop in as you can. \nBring your gloves and a sack lunch! See you there. \nContact if needed: admin@meditateinseattle.org
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/garden-work-party-at-kmcwa/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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SUMMARY:Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso\, A Buddhist Master for Our Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of deep inspiration and celebration of our founder Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche\, with videos of his life and accomplishments\, refreshments and community. \nFrom a humble monk to a world-renowned Buddhist meditation master\, we can all see reflections of our own spiritual potential through accounts of his dedication\, compassionate actions and kindness. Through his profound yet practical teachings of Buddhism for modern people\, we meet Venerable Geshe Kelsang in our heart and can become continually inspired by him. \n7:00-8:30pm\n7pm - Refreshments\n7:30 - Video presentation of Venerable Geshe-la's life & accomplishments \nFREE EVENT
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/venerable-geshe-kelsang-gyatso-a-buddhist-master-for-our-time/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260604T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260604T103000
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SUMMARY:Offering our Faith Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 4\, 2026\nretreat 10:30am - 5:15pm \nOffering to the Spiritual Guide 6:30pm - 8:00pm\nFree Event\nEvery day\, we remember the extraordinary kindness of Venerable Geshe-la\, our Root Guru and Founder of the New Kadampa Tradition\, but on this auspicious day\, with minds of rejoicing and gratitude\, we will offer him our faith through using the special prayer Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso from his Faithful Disciples and collecting our Guru’s name mantra in a one-day retreat. \nThere will be three sessions of retreat using the sadhana The Hundreds of Deities of the Joyful Land According to Highest Yoga Tantra and the special request prayer. The retreat will conclude with Offering to the Spiritual Guide chanted prayers with a food offering. \nJoin in on this beautiful retreat as part of celebrating Buddha’s Turning the Wheel of Dharma Day\, or Dharmachakra Day\, marking Buddha’s first teachings in this world. Attend one or all sessions. This event is free and open to everyone. \nTo register click here
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/offering-our-faith-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T153000
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SUMMARY:Skagit Valley Day Retreat: The Freedom of Acceptance
DESCRIPTION:Life doesn’t always go the way we want—but learning to accept things as they are can bring deep peace and resilience. In this retreat\, Kadam Trina will guide three meditation sessions on patient acceptance. Experience the inner freedom and emotional balance of an accepting mind\, breaking free from the oppressive mind of anger and frustration.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/skagit-valley-day-retreat-the-freedom-of-acceptance/
LOCATION:Fidalgo Bay Resort\, 4701 Fidalgo Bay Rd.\, Anacortes\, WA\, 98221\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260627T235959
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T235330Z
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SUMMARY:Guru Yoga Mandala Offering Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Guru Yoga and Mandala Offering Retreat \nThe practices of accumulating merit and receiving blessings \nWe all wish for spiritual realizations\, but these depend upon creating certain inner (mental) conditions such as purifying our negativity\, accumulating merit (good fortune)\, and receiving blessings.\nIn Guru Yoga Mandala Offering Retreat we focus on the practices of accumulating merit and receiving blessings. \nMaking mandala offerings (offering a pure universe) is the gateway to accumulating the collection of merit and attaining an enlightened pure land\, and Guru yoga is the gateway to receiving the powerful blessings of all the Buddhas through our Spiritual Guide. \nThe retreat starts on Tuesday evening with an introductory talk\, taught by Kadam Trina. This talk is mandatory for TTP students and for those wishing to participate in this retreat who have not engaged in this retreat before. All retreat sessions (Wednesday-Saturday) are self-guided. \nKadam Trina will give an introductory talk to this retreat on Tuesday\, Oct 28\, 7:00-9:00pm. Everyone welcome!
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/guru-yoga-mandala-offering-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260702T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260705T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T012102Z
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SUMMARY:Center Closed for Fourth of July Holiday
DESCRIPTION:The Center is closed from July 2 to July 5 for the Fourth of July holiday.\nThanks
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/center-closed-for-fourth-of-july-holiday/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T120000
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SUMMARY:BUDDHIST MEDITATION WORKSHOP At Bellevue College
DESCRIPTION:BUDDHIST MEDITATION WORKSHOP\nAt Bellevue College\nWith Cecilia Watson\nSaturday\, July 18\n9am-12pm \nBy training in meditation\, we create an inner space and clarity that enable us to control our minds regardless of the external circumstances. Gradually\, we develop mental equilibrium\, a balanced mind that is happy all the time\, rather than an unbalanced mind that oscillates between the extremes of excitement and despondency.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/buddhist-meditation-workshop-at-bellevue-college/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260808T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T201152Z
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SUMMARY:NKT - IKBU International - Summer Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Center.   Conishead Priory\, Ulverston\, United Kingdom\nTEACHINGS ON THE STAGES OF THE PATH\, LAMRIM\n& HIGHEST YOGA TANTRA EMPOWERMENTS AND COMMENTARY\nwith Gen-la Jampa and Gen-la Sangden\nWEEK 1 Teachings on Kadam Lamrim –\nThe Stages of the Path to Enlightenment with Gen-la Kelsang Sangden\n24 - 29 July\nWEEK 2 Heruka Body Mandala & Vajrayogini Empowerments with\nGen-la Kelsang Jampa\nJuly 31 - Aug 8\nCheck out the online registration options on this page. Learn More - visit the page. 
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/nkt-ikbu-international-summer-festival-2026/
LOCATION:WA
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260822T120000
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SUMMARY:Open House & Pancake Breakfast - August 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Ballard Open House\, coffee and FREE pancake breakfast from 8am-12 noon \nDrop-in to a 15-minute Guided Meditation at 9:30am\, 10:30am and 11:30am \nEnjoy delicious pancakes\, tour our beautiful meditation room and shrine\, see the Kid's Class classroom\, visit our bookstore and garden\, and enjoy community
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/open-house-pancake-breakfast-august-2026/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260907T235959
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SUMMARY:Lamrim Retreat - Meditation In The Heart - Click here for schedule
DESCRIPTION:Leading into Labor Day Weekend\, join us for this contemplative meditation retreat\, which gives us the opportunity to reflect on our life’s direction from the point of view of Buddhist wisdom\, in order to bring about deep spiritual transformation. Kadam Trina will guide this 5-day retreat on the meditations of the path to enlightenment called Lamrim.\n\nThese transformative meditations are a special presentation of Buddha’s teachings known as Lamrim\, that are easily integrated into modern daily life.  By engaging in these meditations systematically we build a strong foundation of inner peace within our busy and often stressful lives. Kadam Trina will offer guidance on how to use Lamrim for an effective daily meditation practice\, using the book Mirror of Dharma.\n\nAll sessions are guided and are suitable for all levels of experience. Attend either a portion or the entirety of the retreat - you can register for single sessions\, single days\, or the whole retreat.\n\nEverybody is welcome!
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/lamrim-retreat-meditation-in-the-heart/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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SUMMARY:Highest Yoga tantra practice Class
DESCRIPTION:Highest Yoga tantra practice Class
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/highest-yoga-tantra-practice-class/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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SUMMARY:Library Talk - Coeur d'Alene\, Idaho
DESCRIPTION:Friday Evening Library Talk With Guided Meditation\nFind Happiness from a Different Source\nFree Talk & Meditation \nFriday Sep 25\n5:30pm - 6:30pm\nWith Kadampa Buddhist Teacher\, Kadam Trina Gunther \nWe are constantly looking for happiness\, and not just fleeting happiness - we want a happiness that is deep and lasting. Even though we put a lot of energy into arranging our life for this purpose\, it can feel like any happiness we do find is short-lived. Instead\, problem after problem still arise in our life and we become ever-more exhausted\, anxious and dissatisfied. \nIn this talk\, Kadam Trina will share the life-changing wisdom of Buddha on how to find deep\, lasting happiness in our busy and challenging lives. This talk will include a guided meditation and an opportunity for questions. \nEveryone is welcome! Save the date.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/library-talk-coeur-dalene-idaho/
LOCATION:WA
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SUMMARY:Transforming Pain into Peace with Buddhist Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Workshop\nAt Northlife Aesthetics and Wellness \nTransforming Pain into Peace with Buddhist Meditation\nSat Sep 26| 10am - 1pm \nWith Kadampa Buddhist Teacher\, Kadam Trina Gunther\nIn the midst of problems\, conflicts and adversities\, how can we maintain a balanced and positive mind? \nBuddha taught a special method that enables us to use all our difficult circumstances and painful experiences for profound mental growth\, called “transforming adverse conditions into the path.” \nTransforming adverse condition into the path is vital in these degenerate times because we are constantly surrounded by difficulties. There is no way of avoiding difficult situations\, but if we can change our attitude toward them\, they will no longer be problems for us. \nIn this workshop\, Kadam Trina will introduce this method on how to transform our mind from unhappy and anxious to peaceful and positive with whatever circumstances arise in our life. There will be guided meditations and opportunties for Q and A. \nSchedule\n10:00-11:15am\nRefreshment break\n11:45am-1:00pm \nEveryone is welcome! No meditation experience is required. Save the date
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/transforming-pain-into-peace-with-buddhist-meditation/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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SUMMARY:Skagit Valley Day Retreat: Clear Mind Meditation Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Oct 3\, 2026 | 10am-3:30pm\nWith Kadam Trina Gunther\nTake a break from the hustle-and-bustle of your busy daily life in the beautiful setting of Fidalgo Bay. During this one-day meditation retreat\, you will be guided in meditations on the nature of your own mind. \nThese sublime meditations are effective methods for improving concentration and counteracting negative mental habits. By training in these meditations\, your mind will become progressively more subtle and peaceful causing you to experience a profound inner stillness and tranquility. \nEveryone welcome. \n 
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/skagit-valley-day-retreat-clear-mind-meditation-retreat/
LOCATION:Fidalgo Bay Resort\, 4701 Fidalgo Bay Rd.\, Anacortes\, WA\, 98221\, United States
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