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Escape to Lincoln, NH: Your Perfect Winter Weekend Getaway
If you’re looking to embrace winter’s magic with an active, adventure-filled weekend, Lincoln, New Hampshire, is...
Pollard Brook Activities
Week 33 (08/16-08/23) and Week 34 (08/23-08/30)
This report is updated every Saturday for the incoming week (occasionally a bit earlier).
PLEASE NOTE: Most activities have limited space and require advanced reservations. Sign-ups begin at the conclusion of the Monday Orientation at approximately 10:30 (first-come, first-served). If you cannot be there in person you may call us at 603-745-9900 and ask for the Activities department (or EXT-470 from in-room). All activities start at designated times, so please arrive early. Schedule is subject to change, may be weather dependent, and may be cancelled for lack of participation or tardiness. Children must be supervised.
***THE ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT IS CURRENTLY SHORT-HANDED AS WE GO THROUGH A TRANSITIONAL PHASE, SO PLEASE BEAR WITH US AS WE DO OUR BEST WITH LIMITED STAFFING***
ACTIVITIES FOR WEEK 33 (08/16-08/23)
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MONDAY, AUGUST 17TH
9:00AM - RESORT ORIENTATION (free event): Meet the Activities Staff in the movie theater for approximately one hour of information regarding daily activities, resort amenities, and local offerings. Activities sign-ups open at the end of this meeting. Complimentary doughnuts.
11:00AM-1:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: We sell discounted Cog tickets - Adults/$77.00 - Kids/$61 (discount is not valid on Saturdays, holidays, and other peak periods). We'll also be available for general concierge hours to answer questions. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - THE LION KING (free event): The original animated version from 1994. Rated G. BYO treats.
1:30PM - HOMEMADE CANDLES: Create & customize your own scented soy candle in a mason jar. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
2:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - NAPLOEAN DYNAMITE (free event): The cult comedy classic! Rated PG. BYO treats.
3:00PM - KITE CRAFT: Customize and decorate your own kite. Then go fly it! Limited space and supplies. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
4:30PM - ANIMAL "ADOPTION" CEREMONY: Select your very own stuffed animal friend to adopt and keep forever. We offer a number of different woodland animals like moose, bear, fox, beaver, and more (first-come, first-served). Located in the movie theater. $15 per animal.
5:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - INDIANA JONES AND THE RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (free event): The classic that started it all! Rated PG. BYO treats.
6:30-8:00PM - CAMPFIRE AND S'MORES: We'll have s'mores for sale by the campfire (located in the backyard near the tennis courts). Weather dependent.
7:00-8:00PM - POLLARD BROOK ICE CREAM SHOP: We have our own soft serve machine! Located in the Tours Room attached to the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk if you can't find it). Offering cones, cups, sundaes, and soda floats. Pricing varies.
7:00-8:00PM - LIVE MUSIC FEATURING BOB KING (free event): Enjoy an upbeat performance from musician Bob King. BYOB. Located in the Main Lobby.
8:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 (free event): Miranda Priestly struggles against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival. Rated PG-13. BYO treats. -
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18TH
9:00AM - TOTE BAG CRAFT: Customize your own canvas tote bag. Limited space and supplies. Located in the Fun Factory. $5 per craft.
11:00AM - MATINEE MOVIE - JUMANJI (free event): The original! Partially filmed in New Hampshire. This film is rated PG. BYO treats.
11:30AM - FUN PAINT: Bring your creative inspiration and we'll supply the canvas, paint, and stencils (good for adults and children). Located in the Fun Factory. $5 per craft.
1:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - ANACONDA (free event): Paul Rudd and Jack Black are best friends in this meta-reboot. Rated PG-13. BYO treats.
2:00-3:00PM - HANDMADE SNOW CONES - We'll be offering fresh snow cones featuring multiple flavors. Located in the Main Lobby. $3 each.
3:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - POWER BALLAD (free event): A feel-good story about music, self-respect, friendship, and the price of ambition. Starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas. Please note this film is rated R. BYO treats.
7:00PM - MOVIE NIGHT - THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU (free event): The latest from the Star Wars universe. Rated PG-13. BYO treats. -
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19TH
1:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - ZOOTOPIA 2 (free event): The new one! Rated PG. BYO treats.
3:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - JURASSIC PARK (free event): The original from 1993. Rated PG-13. BYO treats.
7:00PM - LIVE ANIMAL PRESENTATION WITH LIVING SHORES AQUARIUM (free event): Join Living Shores Aquarium and meet a handful of live animals, and also interact with a hands-on station featuring coral, fossils, and shells. This program features a range of animals from Living Shores' terrestrial reptiles, amphibians, and marine invertebrate species. Their education staff will share information about the animals and their ecosystems, then conclude with Q & A. Located in the Tours Room attached to the Main Lobby. Limited space - please sign up in advance.
8:00PM - MOVIE NIGHT - DISCLOSURE DAY (free event): Steven Spielberg directs the story of how humans came to realize the truth about alien intelligence. Rated PG-13. Complimentary popcorn will be served if time allows, but BYO treats. -
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20TH
9:30AM - HOMEMADE CANDLES: Create & customize your own scented soy candle in a mason jar. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
10:30AM - FUN PAINT: Bring your creative inspiration and we'll supply the canvas, paint, and stencils (good for adults and children). Located in the Fun Factory. $5 per craft.
12:00-1:00PM - POLLARD BROOK ICE CREAM SHOP: We have our own soft serve machine! Located in the Tours Room attached to the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk if you can't find it). Offering cones, cups, sundaes, and soda floats. Pricing varies.
1:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - BREADWINNER (free event): Katie is the perfect mom who manages a household of three children and her chaotic husband Nate. But when she is called away on an extended business trip, Nate must step up into the role of adult parent and try to keep the house running smoothly. Rated PG. BYO treats.
1:30-2:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS: Buy Cog tickets - Adults/$77.00 - Kids/$61 (not valid Saturdays & other peak periods). See Concierge in the Main Lobby.
2:00PM - UFO BUS TOUR: One of the most famous alien abduction stories in history happened around the corner from Pollard Brook Resort. In 1961, Betty & Barney Hill claim to have been abducted by aliens and can't explain a large chunk of "lost time". We will head out in the bus to re-trace their route on that fateful night. We'll make a few stops including a scenic view in Franconia Notch, the official state historic marker that commemorates their story, the spot of abduction, and a local mural of the alien. Approx. 1.5-hour tour. $5 per person.
4:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - AUSTIN POWERS: INTERNATIONAL MAN OF MYSTERY (free event): The original! Rated PG-13. BYO treats.
5:00-5:30PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS: Buy Cog tickets - Adults/$77.00 - Kids/$61 (not valid Saturdays & other peak periods). See Concierge in the Main Lobby.
7:00PM - INTERDIMENSIONAL: A PRESENTATION BY TELEVISION PERSONALITY RONNY LEBLANC (free event): Join Ronny LeBlanc from Discovery Channel's Expedition Bigfoot for a presentation on understanding UFOs, UAPs, cryptids, and folklore as expressions of a single, underlying intelligence interacting with human perception. Drawing from firsthand experiences, historical documentation, and cross-cultural research, LeBlanc challenges the extraterrestrial model and explores whether these phenomena emerge from layered dimensions of reality rather than distant star systems. Located in the movie theater. Limited space - sign up in advance if possible.
8:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - THE DINK (free event): Desperate to save a struggling country club and earn his father's respect, a washed-up tennis pro is compelled to break a sacred vow and do the unthinkable: play pickleball. Rated PG-13. Complimentary popcorn will be served if time allows, but BYO treats. -
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21ST
8:30-9:00AM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS: Buy Cog tickets - Adults/$77.00 - Kids/$61 (not valid Saturdays & other peak periods). See Concierge in the Main Lobby.
9:00AM - KAYAK OR PADDLEBOARD AT MOORE RESERVOIR: Experience the White Mountains from a different perspective and get out on the water for 2-hours of relaxing paddling on picturesque Moore Reservoir - the largest undeveloped body of water in the state. North Country Kayak will set you up with all the proper equipment and then you can head out on your own to enjoy stunning views, observe resident bald eagles, and find a private cove or secret beach. Previous experience is not necessary. Choose from single kayaks, tandem kayaks, or paddleboards. Return to resort by approx. 12:30pm. Discounted price of $39 per person ($12+ savings per person exclusively for Pollard Brook guests).
1:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE (free event): The new one! Rated PG. BYO treats.
1:30PM - TOTE BAG CRAFT: Customize your own canvas tote bag. Limited space and supplies. Located in the Fun Factory. $5 per craft.
3:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - JAWS (free event): The classic summer thriller. This film is rated PG. Complimentary popcorn will be served if time allows, but BYO treats.
4:00-8:00PM - KITCHEN'S CREPES FOOD TRUCK - Enjoy a selection of sweet or savory crepes. KitchensCrepes.com for menu. Located outside the Main Lobby.
7:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - PROJECT HAIL MARY (free event): When Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) wakes up, he’s on a spaceship light-years from Earth with no memory of his past. Alone, he slowly begins to piece together his mission and comes to understand that the future of humanity relies on him. Please note this film is 2hr36m in length. Rated PG-13. BYO treats. -
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22ND
9:00AM - HOMEMADE CANDLES: Create & customize your own scented soy candle in a mason jar. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
10:30AM - KITE CRAFT: Customize and decorate your own kite. Then go fly it! Limited space and supplies. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
12:00-1:00PM - HANDMADE SNOW CONES - We'll be offering fresh snow cones featuring multiple flavors. Located in the Main Lobby. $3 each.
1:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - MINIONS & MONSTERS (free event): The latest from the Minions gang! Rated PG. BYO treats.
2:00-3:00PM - TIE-DYE SHIRTS: Channel your inner Jerry Garcia and design your own tie-dye. Some shirt sizes may be limited (first-come, first-served). Located under the carport outside the Main Lobby. $10 per shirt.
4:00PM - ANIMAL "ADOPTION" CEREMONY: Select your very own stuffed animal friend to adopt and keep forever. We offer a number of different woodland animals like moose, bear, fox, beaver, and more (first-come, first-served). Then stick around to watch Hoppers afterwards. Located in the movie theater. $15 per animal.
4:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - HOPPERS (free event): Mabel goes undercover into the animal kingdom and learns about the lives of animals all around her. Rated PG. BYO treats.
4:00-8:00PM - VIN'S FOOD TRUCK - We'll be joined by local favorite VinDogs Food Truck. Located in the parking lot outside of the main building. Prices vary.
6:30-8:00PM - CAMPFIRE AND S'MORES: We'll have s'mores for sale by the campfire (located in the backyard near the tennis courts). Weather dependent.
6:00-8:00PM - POOLSIDE MUSIC FEATURING ROBERT VIOLA (free event): Join Robert Viola for some poolside vibes. During inclement weather, this event will be held in the Main Lobby.
7:00-8:30PM - POLLARD BROOK ICE CREAM SHOP: We have our own soft serve machine! Located in the Tours Room attached to the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk if you can't find it). Offering cones, cups, sundaes, and soda floats. Pricing varies.
8:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - BACK TO THE FUTURE (free event): The original! Rated PG. BYO treats.
ACTIVITIES FOR WEEK 34 (08/23-08/30)
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MONDAY, AUGUST 24TH
9:00AM - RESORT ORIENTATION (free event): Meet the Activities Staff in the movie theater for approximately one hour of information regarding daily activities, resort amenities, and local offerings. Activities sign-ups open at the end of this meeting. Complimentary doughnuts.
11:00AM-1:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: We sell discounted Cog tickets - Adults/$77.00 - Kids/$61 (discount is not valid on Saturdays, holidays, and other peak periods). We'll also be available for general concierge hours to answer questions. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - ZOOTOPIA 2 (free event): The new one! Rated PG. BYO treats.
1:30PM - HOMEMADE CANDLES: Create & customize your own scented soy candle in a mason jar. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
2:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - NAPLOEAN DYNAMITE (free event): The cult comedy classic! Rated PG. BYO treats.
3:00PM - KITE CRAFT: Customize and decorate your own kite. Then go fly it! Limited space and supplies. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
5:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - INDIANA JONES AND THE RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (free event): The classic that started it all! Rated PG. BYO treats.
7:00-8:00PM - POLLARD BROOK ICE CREAM SHOP: We have our own soft serve machine! Located in the Tours Room attached to the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk if you can't find it). Offering cones, cups, sundaes, and soda floats. Pricing varies.
7:00-8:00PM - LIVE MUSIC FEATURING ROB VIOLA (free event): Enjoy a performance from local musician Rob Viola. BYOB. Located in the Main Lobby.
8:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 (free event): Miranda Priestly struggles against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival. Rated PG-13. Complimentary popcorn will be served if time allows, but BYO treats. -
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25TH
9:30AM - ANIMAL "ADOPTION" CEREMONY: Select your very own stuffed animal friend to adopt and keep forever. We offer a number of different woodland animals like moose, bear, fox, beaver, and more (first-come, first-served). Located in the movie theater. $15 per animal.
10:30AM - TOTE BAG CRAFT: Customize your own canvas tote bag. Limited space and supplies. Located in the Fun Factory. $5 per craft.
11:00AM - MATINEE MOVIE - JUMANJI (free event): The original! Partially filmed in New Hampshire. This film is rated PG. BYO treats.
12:00-1:00PM - HANDMADE SNOW CONES - We'll be offering fresh snow cones featuring multiple flavors. Located in the Main Lobby. $3 each.
1:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - ANACONDA (free event): Paul Rudd and Jack Black are best friends in this meta-reboot. Rated PG-13. BYO treats.
4:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - POWER BALLAD (free event): A feel-good story about music, self-respect, friendship, and the price of ambition. Starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas. Please note this film is rated R. BYO treats.
5:00-5:30PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS: Buy Cog tickets - Adults/$77.00 - Kids/$61 (not valid Saturdays & other peak periods). See Concierge in the Main Lobby.
6:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU (free event): The latest from the Star Wars universe. Rated PG-13. BYO treats.
7:15PM - MOOSE/WILDLIFE BUS TOUR: Join us for an interpretive tour around the region in search of New Hampshire's famous wildlife! This time of year, black bear and moose are very active. However, be forewarned that we may not see anything at all. That being said, your wildlife guide will speak extensively about the different animals and history of wildlife in New Hampshire. Also, be aware that we will be travelling on bumpy back roads at times. Tour lasts approx. 3.5-hours (there is a bathroom stop along the way). Limited space. $15 per person. -
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26TH
1:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - TOY STORY 5 (free event): The new one! Rated PG. BYO treats.
2:00PM - GUIDED HIKE ON THE DISCOVERY TRAIL: Join us for a leisurely walk in the White Mountain National Forest on an easy and well-maintained 1.4-mile loop walk. This interpretive trail is educational, fun, conveniently located, and relaxing for people of all ages. It's a great way to stretch your legs and get some fresh air! $5 per person.
4:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - JURASSIC PARK (free event): The original from 1993. Rated PG-13. BYO treats.
7:00PM - LIVE ANIMAL PRESENTATION WITH LIVING SHORES AQUARIUM (free event): Join Living Shores Aquarium and meet a handful of live animals, and also interact with a hands-on station featuring coral, fossils, and shells. This program features a range of animals from Living Shores' terrestrial reptiles, amphibians, and marine invertebrate species. Their education staff will share information about the animals and their ecosystems, then conclude with Q & A. Located in the Tours Room attached to the Main Lobby. Limited space - please sign up in advance.
7:00-8:00PM - POLLARD BROOK ICE CREAM SHOP: We have our own soft serve machine! Located in the Tours Room attached to the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk if you can't find it). Offering cones, cups, sundaes, and soda floats. Pricing varies.
8:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - DISCLOSURE DAY (free event): Steven Spielberg directs the story of how humans came to realize the truth about alien intelligence. Rated PG-13. Complimentary popcorn will be served if time allows, but BYO treats. -
THURSDAY, AUGUST 27TH
9:30AM - HOMEMADE CANDLES: Create & customize your own scented soy candle in a mason jar. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
10:30AM - FUN PAINT: Bring your creative inspiration and we'll supply the canvas, paint, and stencils (good for adults and children). Located in the Fun Factory. $5 per craft.
12:00-1:00PM - POLLARD BROOK ICE CREAM SHOP: We have our own soft serve machine! Located in the Tours Room attached to the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk if you can't find it). Offering cones, cups, sundaes, and soda floats. Pricing varies.
1:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - HOPPERS (free event): Mabel goes undercover into the animal kingdom and learns about the lives of animals all around her. Rated PG. BYO treats.
1:30-2:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS: Buy Cog tickets - Adults/$77.00 - Kids/$61 (not valid Saturdays & other peak periods). See Concierge in the Main Lobby.
2:00PM - UFO BUS TOUR: One of the most famous alien abduction stories in history happened around the corner from Pollard Brook Resort. In 1961, Betty & Barney Hill claim to have been abducted by aliens and can't explain a large chunk of "lost time". We will head out in the bus to re-trace their route on that fateful night. We'll make a few stops including a scenic view in Franconia Notch, the official state historic marker that commemorates their story, the spot of abduction, and a local mural of the alien. Approx. 1.5-hour tour. $5 per person.
4:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - AUSTIN POWERS: INTERNATIONAL MAN OF MYSTERY (free event): The original! Rated PG-13. BYO treats.
5:00-5:30PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS: Buy Cog tickets - Adults/$77.00 - Kids/$61 (not valid Saturdays & other peak periods). See Concierge in the Main Lobby.
7:00PM - BINGO FOR CASH: Join us for classic bingo. We'll be playing for cash prizes. $3 per board (CASH ONLY). Located in the movie theater. Please sign up in advance if possible.
8:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - THE DINK (free event): Desperate to save a struggling country club and earn his father's respect, a washed-up tennis pro is compelled to break a sacred vow and do the unthinkable: play pickleball. Rated PG-13. Complimentary popcorn will be served if time allows, but BYO treats. -
FRIDAY, AUGUST 28TH
8:30-9:00AM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS: Buy Cog tickets - Adults/$77.00 - Kids/$61 (not valid Saturdays & other peak periods). See Concierge in the Main Lobby.
9:00AM - KAYAK OR PADDLEBOARD AT MOORE RESERVOIR: Experience the White Mountains from a different perspective and get out on the water for 2-hours of relaxing paddling on picturesque Moore Reservoir - the largest undeveloped body of water in the state. North Country Kayak will set you up with all the proper equipment and then you can head out on your own to enjoy stunning views, observe resident bald eagles, and find a private cove or secret beach. Previous experience is not necessary. Choose from single kayaks, tandem kayaks, or paddleboards. Return to resort by approx. 12:30pm. Discounted price of $39 per person ($12+ savings per person exclusively for Pollard Brook guests).
1:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE (free event): The new one! Rated PG. BYO treats.
1:30PM - TOTE BAG CRAFT: Customize your own canvas tote bag. Limited space and supplies. Located in the Fun Factory. $5 per craft.
3:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - JAWS (free event): The classic summer thriller. This film is rated PG. Complimentary popcorn will be served if time allows, but BYO treats.
4:00-8:00PM - KITCHEN'S CREPES FOOD TRUCK - Enjoy a selection of sweet or savory crepes. KitchensCrepes.com for menu. Located outside the Main Lobby.
7:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - PROJECT HAIL MARY (free event): When Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) wakes up, he’s on a spaceship light-years from Earth with no memory of his past. Alone, he slowly begins to piece together his mission and comes to understand that the future of humanity relies on him. Please note this film is 2hr36m in length. Rated PG-13. BYO treats. -
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29TH
9:00AM - HOMEMADE CANDLES: Create & customize your own scented soy candle in a mason jar. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
10:30AM - KITE CRAFT: Customize and decorate your own kite. Then go fly it! Limited space and supplies. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
12:00-1:00PM - HANDMADE SNOW CONES - We'll be offering fresh snow cones featuring multiple flavors. Located in the Main Lobby. $3 each.
1:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - MINIONS & MONSTERS (free event): The latest from the Minions gang! Rated PG. BYO treats.
2:00-3:00PM - TIE-DYE SHIRTS: Channel your inner Jerry Garcia and design your own tie-dye. Some shirt sizes may be limited (first-come, first-served). Located under the carport outside the Main Lobby. $10 per shirt.
4:00PM - ANIMAL "ADOPTION" CEREMONY: Select your very own stuffed animal friend to adopt and keep forever. We offer a number of different woodland animals like moose, bear, fox, beaver, and more (first-come, first-served). Located in the movie theater. $15 per animal.
4:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - BREADWINNER (free event): Katie is the perfect mom who manages a household of three children and her chaotic husband Nate. But when she is called away on an extended business trip, Nate must step up into the role of adult parent and try to keep the house running smoothly. Rated PG. BYO treats.
6:30-8:00PM - CAMPFIRE AND S'MORES: We'll have s'mores for sale by the campfire (located in the backyard near the tennis courts). Weather dependent.
7:00-8:30PM - POLLARD BROOK ICE CREAM SHOP: We have our own soft serve machine! Located in the Tours Room attached to the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk if you can't find it). Offering cones, cups, sundaes, and soda floats. Pricing varies.
8:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - BACK TO THE FUTURE (free event): The original! Rated PG. Complimentary popcorn will be served if time allows, but BYO treats.
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