Aqua is the place in Ventura Beach to

relax and enjoy the ocean view. Sit by

the poolside fi re pits and enjoy our

full bar with local and regional wines.

800.842.0800 • CPVENTURA.COM450 East Harbor Boulevard, Ventura Beach, CA 93001

Enjoy our award winning restaurant

(2012 Casa Pacifi ca Food & Wine

Festival) featuring the best local

sustainably harvested seafood and

fresh produce.

Located just steps from the Promenade, Pier, and Beach.

Like us onfacebook.com/CrownePlazaVenturaBeach

Ventura’s Only Beach-Front Restaurant Ventura’s Only Beach-Front Restaurant Ventura’s Only Beach-Front Restaurant

VOTED - 10 YEAR’S IN A ROW!Best Steakhouse • Best Happy Hour

Most Romantic Dining

805.652.1799 | alohasteakhouse.com

This is one of Ventura’s fi nest dining experiences. Hand-cut qualitysteaks and fresh seafood are served in a warm, inviting islandatmosphere, with every table offering ocean views. An expansive menu features an array ofcontemporary lunch and dinner favorites, plus island specialities and decadent desserts. Just completed is a spacious, full-service bar with an outdoor patio.

Happy Hour 3pm-6pm • Lunch 11-3:30pm • Dinner 4-10pm364 Southern California Street, Ventura

LIVE MUSIC ~ AMAZING PATIO ~ GREAT DRINKSHappy hour everyday 5-8pm - All day Sunday

OPENMon.-Sat. 5pm-2am

Sun. 10am-2am

FOOD SERVED LATE

211 East Santa Clara Street, Ventura

805.643.3264TheTavernVentura.com

THETAVERN /TheTavernVentura

available for private events

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Take a break from brake lights on your trip to Ventura. Experience the joys of traveling with both hands off the wheel.AmtrakCalifornia.com • 1-800-USA-RAIL

Amtrak California is a service of Caltrans and Amtrak. Caltrans and the CT Logo are registered service marks of the California Department of Transportation. Amtrak is a trade name and registered service mark of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.

DOWNTOWNDOWNTOWNDOWNTOWNHARBOR TROLLEYHARBOR TROLLEY

RIDE FREE!Stops include:

Amtrak PlatformCoastal Hotels by requestVentura FairgroundsVentura Visitors CenterPierpoint Blvd @ S. SeawardRhumb Line RestaurantVentura Harbor Village

Arrives every 40-45 minutes. Just call our friendly driver for a specific arrival time or to request pick-up, and feel free to stay out late.

Trolley runs 11am-11pm,Wed-Sun, Year-Round

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BAR & LOUNGE • LIVE MUSIC • PATIO DININGLocated in the Historic Peirano’s Market Building ~ Built in 1877

(805) 648-4853 ~ PEIRANOS.COM

BAR & LOUNGEBAR & LOUNGE • LIVE MUSIC LIVE MUSIC • PATIO DININGPATIO DININGLocated in the Historic Peirano’s Market Building ~ Built in 18877d h k ld l

(((805))) 648-4853 ~ PEIRANOS.COM((805)) 648-4853 ~ PEIRANOS.COM

Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner

WEEKLY TANGO, SALSA & COMEDY NIGHTSWEEKLY TANGO, SALSA & COMEDY NIGHTSOutdoor Pet-Friendly Patio • Banquet Rooms Available

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American, Military and State Flags American, Military and State FlagsFlagpoles, Accessories, Military Windsocks,

Hats, Stickers, Pins and More

Pocket, Sporting & Kitchen Knives Pocket, Sporting & Kitchen KnivesGourmet Kitchen Tools Gourmet Kitchen Tools

(805) 641-1941 (805) 641-1941 •• 305 East Main Street, Ventura 305 East Main Street, Ventura

We ship to your home. We do special orders.

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PROUDLY SERVING VENTURA FOROVER 20 YEARS AND COUNTING

NEED CASH?Come see us aboutan emergency loan.Financial services available

A unique collection of fi ne & vintage jewelry, musicalequipment, electronics,sporting goods & tools.

JEWELRY AND LOAN

97 SOUTH OAK STREET, VENTURA

Mon. – Sat.: 9:15am to 6pm, Closed on Sun.

(805) 641-2274 • oldetownepawn.com

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SEASHELLS • GIFTS • JEWELRY

A One-of-a-Kind, Sea-Inspired Gift Shop

Seashells From All Over the World! Seashells From All Over the World!Windchimes • Shell Art • Mermaid Gifts

Dolphin Gifts • Cards • Shell Flowers • And Much More

Open 7 Days-a-WeekMonday-Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm

805.648.1954 ~ seathings.net500 East Santa Clara Street (on the corner of E. Santa Clara St. and California St.)

Shop online at: etsy.com/shop/SeaThingsVentura13

DowntownVentura.org

/downtownventura /downtownventura

Horowitz

Hector Vargas Jr.

Chris Vignes

Rich Thompson

Watermark

Shoemaker Brothers

From surfer-chill to sophisticated, nestled beneath hillsides and

just off the sandy shores of the Pacific Ocean, Downtown

Ventura has something for everyone. Known for our eclectic,

family-owned stores, cultural arts, thriving music and foodie

scene and perfect weather, Downtown is the ideal place to

spend the day, weekend or week. With more than 65

restaurants,110 shops, 35 salons and relaxation venues, miles of

beaches and mountain trails, you are destined to create a home

away from home.

DowntownVentura.org

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YEAR-ROUND EVENTS

Farmers Market - Every Saturday Ventura Film Society Screening - 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month Museum of Ventura County – Free Admission - 1st Sunday each month

DECEMBER 2013

Dec. 6: Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 7: Holiday Street Fair Dec. 7: Winter Wine Walk Dec. 14: Outdoor screening of How the Grinch Stole Christmas Dec. 14-15: Holly Trolley: Santa and Carolers ride the trolley

JANUARY 2014

Jan. 13-19: Ventura Restaurant Week

MARCH 2014

Mar. 8: Neon Beach Run Mar. 15: St. Patrick’s Day Parade

APRIL 2014

Apr. 3-6: Craftcation Apr. 5-6: Paint Ventura Apr. 26: Earth Day Eco Fest

MAY 2014

May 2-11: Ventura Music Festival

JUNE 2014

June: Roadshow Revival June: Ventura Music Week

JULY 2014

July 4: Push’em Pull’em Parade July 4: 4th of July Street Fair July 19-20: ArtWalk July 30-31: Ventura County Fair

AUGUST 2014

Aug. 1-10: Ventura County Fair Aug. 30-31: Ventura Nationals Car Show

DOWNTOWN VENTURAC A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S

/downtownventura /downtownventura

View our online Calendar of Events at:

DowntownVentura.org

To View The Downtown Ventura Brochure Mobile Landing Page. Please Scan This QR Code

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Downtown Ventura is just off Highway 101. Exit the 101 North at

California Street or the 101 South at Ventura Avenue. Downtown

Ventura is easily reached via the Amtrak Surfliner. Enjoy a free

trolley service to select coastal hotels right from the Amtrak

platform (11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday). For

more info, visit venturatrolley.com or call 805.827.4444 to

schedule a free ride.

DowntownVentura.org

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Santa Barbara...............................30 mi

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Monterey......................................260 mi

San Diego.....................................175 mi

San Francisco.............................360 mi

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805.667.8550saloonbbqco.com

HOURSMon. ~ Sat. 11:30am-12am

Sun. 10am-12am

Bar Happy HourMon. 3pm-Close

Tues. ~ Fri. 3pm-6:30pm

Reservations gladly acceptedfor parties of 6 or more.

/SaloonBbqCo/SaloonBbqCo

456 East Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001 456 East Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001

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Aqua is the place in Ventura Beach to

relax and enjoy the ocean view. Sit by

the poolside fi re pits and enjoy our

full bar with local and regional wines.

800.842.0800 • CPVENTURA.COM450 East Harbor Boulevard, Ventura Beach, CA 93001

Enjoy our award winning restaurant

(2012 Casa Pacifi ca Food & Wine

Festival) featuring the best local

sustainably harvested seafood and

fresh produce.

Located just steps from the Promenade, Pier, and Beach.

Like us onfacebook.com/CrownePlazaVenturaBeach

Ventura’s Only Beach-Front RestaurantVentura’s Only Beach-Front RestaurantVentura’s Only Beach-Front Restaurant

VOTED - 10 YEAR’S IN A ROW!Best Steakhouse • Best Happy Hour

Most Romantic Dining

805.652.1799 | alohasteakhouse.com

This is one of Ventura’s fi nest dining experiences. Hand-cut qualitysteaks and fresh seafood are served in a warm, inviting islandatmosphere, with every table offering ocean views. An expansive menu features an array ofcontemporary lunch and dinner favorites, plus island specialities and decadent desserts. Just completed is a spacious, full-service bar with an outdoor patio.

Happy Hour 3pm-6pm • Lunch 11-3:30pm • Dinner 4-10pm364 Southern California Street, Ventura

LIVE MUSIC ~ AMAZING PATIO ~ GREAT DRINKSHappy hour everyday 5-8pm - All day Sunday

O P E NMon.-Sat. 5pm-2am

Sun. 10am-2am

FOOD SERVED LATE

211 East Santa Clara Street, Ventura

805.643.3264T h e T a v e r n V e n t u r a . c o m

THETAVERN/TheTavernVentura

available for private events

. ynnu S .̊ 47 And not a car in sight.

Take a break from brake lights on your trip to Ventura. Experience the joys of traveling with both hands off the wheel.AmtrakCalifornia.com • 1-800-USA-RAIL

Amtrak California is a service of Caltrans and Amtrak. Caltrans and the CT Logo are registered service marks of the California Department of Transportation. Amtrak is a trade name and registered service mark of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.

DOWNTOWN DOWNTOWN DOWNTOWNHARBOR TROLLEY HARBOR TROLLEY

RIDE FREE!Stops include:

Amtrak PlatformCoastal Hotels by requestVentura FairgroundsVentura Visitors CenterPierpoint Blvd @ S. SeawardRhumb Line RestaurantVentura Harbor Village

Arrives every 40-45 minutes. Just call our friendly driver for a specific arrival time or to request pick-up, and feel free to stay out late.

Trolley runs 11am-11pm,Wed-Sun, Year-Round

805-827-4444 • venturatrolley.com20

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BAR & LOUNGE • LIVE MUSIC • PATIO DININGLocated in the Historic Peirano’s Market Building ~ Built in 1877

(805) 648-4853 ~ PEIRANOS.COM

BAR & LOUNGE BAR &LOUNGE• LIVE MUSIC LIVEMUSIC• PATIO DINING PATIODININGLocated in the Historic Peirano’s Market Building ~ Built in18877 dhkldl

(((805))) 648-4853 ~ PEIRANOS.COM ((805)) 648-4853 ~ PEIRANOS.COM

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

WEEKLY TANGO, SALSA & COMEDY NIGHTS WEEKLY TANGO, SALSA & COMEDY NIGHTSOutdoor Pet-Friendly Patio • Banquet Rooms Available

204 EAST MAIN STREET, VENTURA11

American, Military and State FlagsAmerican, Military and State FlagsFlagpoles, Accessories, Military Windsocks,

Hats, Stickers, Pins and More

Pocket, Sporting & Kitchen KnivesPocket, Sporting & Kitchen KnivesGourmet Kitchen ToolsGourmet Kitchen Tools

(805) 641-1941 (805) 641-1941 •• 305 East Main Street, Ventura 305 East Main Street, Ventura

We ship to your home. We do special orders.

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PROUDLY SERVING VENTURA FOROVER 20 YEARS AND COUNTING

NEED CASH?Come see us aboutan emergency loan.Financial services available

A unique collection of fi ne & vintage jewelry, musicalequipment, electronics,sporting goods & tools.

J E W E L R Y A N D L O A N

97 SOUTH OAK STREET, VENTURA

Mon. – Sat.: 9:15am to 6pm, Closed on Sun.

(805) 641-2274 • oldetownepawn.com

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SEASHELLS • GIFTS • JEWELRY

A One-of-a-Kind, Sea-Inspired Gift Shop

Seashells From All Over the World!Seashells From All Over the World!Windchimes • Shell Art • Mermaid Gifts

Dolphin Gifts • Cards • Shell Flowers • And Much More

Open 7 Days-a-WeekMonday-Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm

805.648.1954 ~ seathings.net500 East Santa Clara Street (on the corner of E. Santa Clara St. and California St.)

Shop online at: etsy.com/shop/SeaThingsVentura13

DowntownVentura.org

/downtownventura/downtownventura

Horowitz

Hector Vargas Jr.

Chris Vignes

Rich Thompson

Watermark

Shoemaker Brothers

From surfer-chill to sophisticated, nestled beneath hillsides and

just off the sandy shores of the Pacific Ocean, Downtown

Ventura has something for everyone. Known for our eclectic,

family-owned stores, cultural arts, thriving music and foodie

scene and perfect weather, Downtown is the ideal place to

spend the day, weekend or week. With more than 65

restaurants,110 shops, 35 salons and relaxation venues, miles of

beaches and mountain trails, you are destined to create a home

away from home.

DowntownVentura.org

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YEAR-ROUND EVENTS

Farmers Market - Every Saturday Ventura Film Society Screening - 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month Museum of Ventura County – Free Admission - 1st Sunday each month

DECEMBER 2013

Dec. 6: Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 7: Holiday Street Fair Dec. 7: Winter Wine Walk Dec. 14: Outdoor screening of How the Grinch Stole Christmas Dec. 14-15: Holly Trolley: Santa and Carolers ride the trolley

JANUARY 2014

Jan. 13-19: Ventura Restaurant Week

MARCH 2014

Mar. 8: Neon Beach Run Mar. 15: St. Patrick’s Day Parade

APRIL 2014

Apr. 3-6: Craftcation Apr. 5-6: Paint Ventura Apr. 26: Earth Day Eco Fest

MAY 2014

May 2-11: Ventura Music Festival

JUNE 2014

June: Roadshow Revival June: Ventura Music Week

JULY 2014

July 4: Push’em Pull’em Parade July 4: 4th of July Street Fair July 19-20: ArtWalk July 30-31: Ventura County Fair

AUGUST 2014

Aug. 1-10: Ventura County Fair Aug. 30-31: Ventura Nationals Car Show

DOWNTOWN VENTURACALENDAR OF EVENTS

/downtownventura/downtownventura

View our online Calendar of Events at:

DowntownVentura.orgTo View The Downtown Ventura Brochure Mobile Landing Page. Please Scan This QR Code

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Downtown Ventura is just off Highway 101. Exit the 101 North at

California Street or the 101 South at Ventura Avenue. Downtown

Ventura is easily reached via the Amtrak Surfliner. Enjoy a free

trolley service to select coastal hotels right from the Amtrak

platform (11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday). For

more info, visit venturatrolley.com or call 805.827.4444 to

schedule a free ride.

DowntownVentura.org

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Los Angeles

SantaBarbara

San MiguelIsland Santa Rosa

Island

Santa CruzIsland Anacapa

Island

Los Angeles ...................................62 mi

Santa Barbara ...............................30 mi

Disneyland ....................................90 mi

Monterey ......................................260 mi

San Diego .....................................175 mi

San Francisco .............................360 mi

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805.667.8550saloonbbqco.com

HOURSMon. ~ Sat. 11:30am-12am

Sun. 10am-12am

Bar Happy HourMon. 3pm-Close

Tues. ~ Fri. 3pm-6:30pm

Reservations gladly acceptedfor parties of 6 or more.

/SaloonBbqCo /SaloonBbqCo

456 East Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001456 East Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001

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805-585-2238 LabyrinthWine.com

WINERY TASTING ROOM HOURSWednesday & Thursday – 1pm to 7pm

Friday & Saturday – 1pm to 8pm • Sunday – 12pm to 6pm

607 East Main Street, Suite D, Ventura

Our labels: Labyrinth and HAKA by Labyrinth,represents the junction of art and science in winemaking.

Offering World-Class Wines in Historic Ventura

Over a bottle of wine,Over a bottle of wine,many a friend is found...many a friend is found...

Small-batch, house-madesweet and savory baked goods.

SPECIAL ORDERSSPECIAL ORDERSand off-hour pick-ups available!

Usually Open:Wed.–Fri. 11am to 5pm, Sat. 10am to 5pm

(805) 643-5600sunflowersonthesquare.com451 East Main Street, Suite 8Ventura, California 93001

VENTURA’S PLACE for great steaks, chicken, seafood,burgers and a variety of exotic meats including buffalo,

elk, lamb & venison! Outdoor patio and kid’s menu.

OVER 40 BEERS ON TAPWe also feature an extensive wine list.

Happy Hour4pm to 6pm DAILY • Featuring Food & Drink Discounts

Ample off-street parking.

(805) 653-7446 • winchestersgrill.com632 East Main Street, Ventura, California 93001

Supporting YourSWIMWEAR + CLOTHING

ShoppingAddictions

in DowntownVentura

and Online

TIKI GIRL451 E. Main St. (in the El Jardin Courtyard)

www.shoptikigirl.com

= SHOP TIKI GIRL+

805.648.6166 • ventura.weolive.com294 East Main Street, Ventura

Monday - Saturday 10am to 6pm, Sunday 11am to 5pm

Finest California Olive Oils • Local GiftsGourmet Foods • Guided Tastings

(805) 643-9493 | 353 East Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001

Largest Leather Selection

in the Ventura Area!

We Repair LeatherWe Repair Leather

Over 37 Years in BusinessOver 37 Years in BusinessLeather jackets, boots, hats, belts,Leather jackets, boots, hats, belts,

bracelets, Panama hats and much more!bracelets, Panama hats and much more!

Largest Leather Selection

in the Ventura Area!

We Repair Leather

Over 37 Years in BusinessLeather jackets, boots, hats, belts,

bracelets, Panama hats and much more!

French-American BrasserieFresh • Seasonal • Locally Farmed since 1997

• Open for Lunch & Dinner Mon-Sat

• Full Bar & Small Plate Bar Menu

• Happy Hour Mon-Fri 5:00pm-6:30pm

• Banquet Rooms & Catering Services

• Private Cooking & Wine Pairing Classes

• Pet Friendly Patio DiningZagat Review: It’s like a “journey to the French countryside without the airfare” at this cute Ventura brasserie situated in a “historic home on the hillside” overseen by “skilled” Chef/owner Didier Poirier, who uses “high quality” ingredients in his “well-priced French American offerings.” “Fine” and “Friendly service” rounds out the experience; “it exceeds expectations,” “keeps longtime customers coming back.”

71 N. Palm Street • Ventura805.653.7222 • 71palm.com

lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:00pmSat 11:00am-2:30pm

dinner: Mon-Sat 5:00pm-Close

Ventura’s original restaurant and brewery, or “Brewpub.” Enjoy fresh, hand-crafted alesand lagers produced in our12-tank stainless steel brewery.Lunch and dinner served. Patio dining. Voted Best ofVentura 13 years & counting!

(805) 643-BEER ~ anacapabrewing.com

(805) 648-5870trufflehoundsfinechocolates.com

607 East Main Street, Suite E

Tuesday - Saturday 10am to 6pmSunday 12:30pm to 5pm

Trufflehound’s is Ventura County’svery own chocolatier. Creating

delectable handmade confectionssince 1996, the chocolate shopis a destination for visitors and

locals alike.

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PLACES TO VISIT, RENT & PLAY: DowntownVentura.org/play

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24 Homegrown Surf Shop805.642.7873 • homegrownsurfshop.com

25 Island Packers805.642.1393 • islandpackers.com

26 Museum of Ventura County805.653.0323 • venturamuseum.org

27 Patagonia Headquarters/Retail Store805.643.6074 • patagonia.com

28 Rip Curl Surf Center805.648.6145 • ripcurl.com

29 Rubicon Theatre Company 805.667.2900 • rubicontheatre.org

30 San Buenaventura Mission805.643.4318 • sanbuenaventuramission.org

31 Ventura Bike Depot805.652.1114 • venturabikedepot.com

32 Ventura Botanical Gardens Trail805.232.3113 • venturabotanicalgardens.com

33 Ventura Surf Shop805.643.1062 • venturasurfshop.com

34 Wheel Fun Rentals805.765.5795 • wheelfunrentals.com

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Ventura TrolleyRuns • 11am - 11pmWed-Sun • Year-round805.827.4444 • venturatrolley.com

Ventura Visitors Center at 101 South California Street or call 805.648.2075

Coastal Bike Path

Visitor Center

Parking Lot

Freeway Entrance

Freeway Exit

Pedestrian Overpass

M A P L E G E N D

ADVERTISER DIRECTORY

71 Palm805.653.7222 • 71palm.com

Aloha Steakhouse805.652.1799 • alohasteakhouse.com

American Flags & Cutlery805.641.1941

Amtrak Californiaamtrakcalifornia.com

Anacapa Brewery805.643.2337 • anacapabrewing.com

Aqua Beachfront Bar800.842.0800 • cpventura.com

C-Street Restaurant800.842.0800 • cpventura.com

Fox Fine Jewelry210 E. Main ‘til March; then to 560 E. Main805.652.1800 • foxfinejewelry.com

Labyrinth Wine805.585.2238 • labyrinthwine.com

Olde Towne Jewelry & Loan805.641.2274 • oldetownepawn.com

Peirano’s805.648.4853 • peiranos.com

Saloon BBQ805.667.8550 • saloonbbqco.com

Sea Things805.648.1954 • seathings.net

Sunflowers on the Square805.643.5600 • sunfl owersonthesquare.com

The Tavern805.643.3264 • thetavernventura.com

Tiki Girl805.643.4800 • shoptikigirl.com

Trufflehound’s Fine Chocolates805.648.5870 • trufflehoundsfinechocolates.com

Ventura Harbor Village805.642.8538 • venturaharborvillage.com

Ventura Leather805.643.9493

Ventura Trolley & Visitors Center805.827.4444 • venturatrolley.com

Watermark on Main805.643.6800 • watermarkonmain.com

We Olive805.648.6166 • ventura.weolive.com

Winchester’s805.653.7446 • winchestersgrill.com

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