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Grayslake, IllinoisVenues100 Library Lane, Grayslake, IL 60030 100 Library Lane, Grayslake, IL 60030 19351 West Washington Street, Learning Resource Center, 1st Floor, Grayslake, IL 60030 138 Center Street, Grayslake, IL 60030 35240 North Grant Street, Third Lake, IL 60046 906 West Hart Road, Round Lake, IL 60073 6971 West Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL 60031 1170 North Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL 60060 Lake Villa District Library - 1001 East Grand Avenue, Lake Villa, IL 60046 1001 East Grand Avenue, Lake Villa, IL 60046 1000 East Maple Avenue, Mundelein, IL 60060 413 North Milwaukee Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048 866 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, IL 60048 1507 Waukegan Road, Waukegan, IL 60085 255 E. Grand Avenue, Fox Lake, Illinois 60020 43 Grass Lake Road, Lake Villa, IL 60046 801 North Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084 224 North O'Plaine Road, Gurnee, IL 60031 1120 South Milwaukee Avenue, 1st Floor, Room V-106, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 720 Hawthorne Center, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 800 North Baldwin Avenue (Located in the Fieldhouse), Waukegan, IL 60085 700 North Milwaukee Avenue, Suite 139, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 2100 Argonne Drive, North Chicago, IL 60064 290 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 813 West Route 120, McHenry, IL 60051 757 Main Street, Antioch, IL 60002 111 North Genessee Street, North Building, 2nd Floor, Room N-203, Waukegan, IL 60085 30 East Lake Street, 5th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601 128 North County Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 128 North County Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 128 North County Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 128 North County Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 203 North Genesee Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 671 Balmoral Court, Lake Forest, IL 60045 123 East Scranton Avenue, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 1260 North Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 757 North Main Street (Route 83), Antioch, IL 60002 3000 North Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg, IL 60051 680 North Western Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 360 East Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 555 North Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 555 North Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 809 North Front Street, McHenry, IL 60050-5578 920 North Milwaukee Avenue (at Lincolnshire Commons), Lincolnshire, IL 60069 2400 Gabriel Avenue, Zion, IL 60099 2065 Half Day Road, Deerfield, IL 60015 2065 Half Day Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015 20600 North Rand Road (at Deer Park Town Center), Deer Park, IL 60010 255 East Grand Avenue, Fox River, IL 60020 1606 Three Oaks Road, Cary, IL 60013 1606 Three Oaks Road, Cary, IL 60013 1606 Three Oaks Road, Cary, IL 60013 2221 Richmond Road, Route 31, McHenry, IL 60050 505 North Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL 60010-3399 407 Lincoln Avenue, Fox River Grove, IL 60021 1585 North Rand Road, Palatine, IL 60074 1702 7th St West Unit, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096 24615 89th St, Salem, WI 53168-8918 1319 North Rand Road, Palatine, IL 60074 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040 355 South Shoenbeck Road, Wheeling, IL 60090 355 South Shoenbeck Road, Wheeling, IL 60090 355 South Shoenbeck Road, Wheeling, IL 60090 355 South Shoenbeck Road, Wheeling, IL 60090 700 N. North Court, Palatine, IL 60067 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL 60015 1200 West Algonquin Road, Building F, 1st and 2nd Floors, Palatine, IL 60067 47 E. Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL 60067 319 E. Lake St, Silver Lake, WI 53170-1728 5380 Route 14 (at Bohl Farm Market Place), Crystal Lake, IL 60014 5418 Hill Road, Richmond, IL 60071 1821 St John's Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035 Housed @ 1500 27th Avenue, Kenosha, Wisconsin 53142 61 N Williams St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 595 Central Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 13 West Rand Road (at The Annex of Arlington Shopping Center), Arlington Heights, IL 60004 494 Laurel Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 494 Laurel Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 494 Laurel Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 349 East Rand Road (at Arlington Heights Promenade), Arlington Heights, IL 60004 16 W Crystal Lake Plaza, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 1200 West Algonquin Road, Building L, 2nd Floor, Palatine, IL 60067 6000 Northwest Highway (at Crystal Point Mall), Crystal Lake, IL 60014 126 Paddock Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 49 South Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL 60015 728 North Waukegan Road (at Deerfield Square Shopping Plaza), Deerfield, IL 60015 110 S. Lake Ave, Twin Lakes, WI 53181-9424 7979 38th Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53142 1262 Freeman Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 2121 Euclid Avenue, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 12 N Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL 60070-1499 115 Eastgate Drive, Algonquin, IL 60102-3097 500 North Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook, IL 60062 8900 U.S. Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012-2738 1151 Church Street, Northbrook, IL 60062 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022 126 Freeman St., Genoa City, WI 53128-0727 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 1200 West Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL 60667 522 120th Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53144 909 North Elmhurst Road, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056 2419 63rd Street, Kenosha, WI 53143 2225 - 63rd Street, Kenosha, WI 53143 400 East Gregory Street, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056 711 59th Place, Kenosha, WI 53140 812 56th St., Kenosha, WI 53141-1414 1722 Milwaukee Ave, Glenview, Illinois 60025-1441 115 West Central Road, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 10 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 10 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 10 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 10 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 1550 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 1400 North Roosevelt Boulevard, Room 140, Schaumburg, IL 60173 320 Park Avenue, Glencoe, IL 60022 220 51st Place, Kenosha, WI 53141 2600 Harnish Drive, Algonquin, IL 60102-5900 1540 Golf Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173 711 - 46th St, Kenosha, WI 53140 555 Barrington Avenue, East Dundee, IL 60118 3520-30th Avenue, Kenosha, WI 590 East Golf Road (at Woodfield Plaza Shopping Center), Schaumburg, IL 60173 718 E. Northwest Highway, Mt. Prospect, Illinois 60056 999 North Plaza Drive, Suite 111, Schaumburg, IL 33614 2216 South Randall Road (at Algonquin Commons Shopping Center), Algonquin, IL 60102 129 Van Buren St., Woodstock, IL 60098 1600 East Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 414 West Judd Street, Woodstock, IL 60098-3131 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield, IL 60093 1468 Springhill Mall Boulevard (at Spring Hill Mall), West Dundee, IL 60118 2001 Alford Park Drive, Kenosha, WI 53140 2001 Alford Park Dr, Kenosha, WI 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, IL 60025 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, IL 60025 1500 27th Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53140 130 South Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193 1501 Ellinwood Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 1501 Ellinwood Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 995 Waukegan Road, Glenview, IL 60025 811 Elm Street, Winnetka, IL 60093 8331 Golf Road, Niles, IL 60714 321 Bonnie Lane, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 768 Oak Street, Winnetka, IL 60093 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley, IL 60142 900 Wood Road, Kenosha, WI 53141 900 Wood Road, Kenosha, WI 53141 1775 Dempster Street, 9th Floor, Park Ridge, IL 60068 3232 Lake Avenue, Suite 100 (at Edens Plaza Shopping Center), Wilmette, IL 60091 490 South Bartlett Road (Temporary Site), Streamwood, IL 60107 1215 Main St., Union Grove, WI 53182-1303 1001 Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-3391 5600 Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60077 855 Meacham Road (at Mallard Crossing Shopping Center), Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 5202 Old Orchard Road, Suite 300, Skokie, Illinois 60077 5202 Old Orchard Road, Suite 300, Skokie, IL 60077-4409 75 Seventh St, Racine, WI Allstate Arena, 6920 North Mannheim Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 1266 Irving Park Road, Hanover Park, IL 60133 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL 60077 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL 60077 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL 60077 270 North Grove Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120 55 Old Orchard Center, Skokie, IL 60077 6810 N. Mannheim Rd., Rosemont, IL 60018 1242 Wilmette Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 1242 Wilmette Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 6140 Lincoln Avenue, Morton Grove, IL 60053 |  Upcoming events
Bring your thoughts and impressions of The Grapes of Wrath to a book discussion. Reader’s guides are free and available at any KPL branch. Participants will be lead by a facilitator and will work from a discussion guide. Event location: Harborside Common Grounds, 5159 6th Avenue
Bring your thoughts and impressions of The Grapes of Wrath to a book discussion. Reader’s guides are free and available at any KPL branch. Participants will be lead by a facilitator and will work from a discussion guide.
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(added automatically) Borders - McHenry: Special Event: New Moon DVD Midnight Release Party (March 19 at 10:00pm) Be the first to pick up our exclusive DVD version of New Moon at 12:01 am on March 20. Reserve your copy today!
(added automatically) Be the first to pick up our exclusive DVD version of New Moon at 12:01 am on March 20. Reserve your copy today!
(added automatically) Be the first to pick up our exclusive DVD version of New Moon at 12:01 am on March 20. Reserve your copy today!
(added automatically) Borders - Gurnee: Special Event: New Moon DVD Midnight Release Party (March 19 at 10:00pm) Be the first to pick up our exclusive DVD version of New Moon at 12:01 am on March 20. Reserve your copy today!
(added automatically) Be the first to pick up our exclusive DVD version of New Moon at 12:01 am on March 20. Reserve your copy today!
(added automatically) Borders - Wilmette: Special Event: New Moon DVD Midnight Release Party (March 19 at 10:00pm) Be the first to pick up our exclusive DVD version of New Moon at 12:01 am on March 20. Reserve your copy today!
(added automatically) Be the first to pick up our exclusive DVD version of New Moon at 12:01 am on March 20. Reserve your copy today!
(added automatically) Be the first to pick up our exclusive DVD version of New Moon at 12:01 am on March 20. Reserve your copy today!
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(added automatically) Every Saturday morning, gather round for a storytime adventure. We feature a new, irresistible tale and fun activities.
(added automatically) Bring your thoughts and impressions of The Grapes of Wrath to a book discussion. Reader’s guides are free and available at any KPL branch. Participants will be lead by a facilitator and will work from a discussion guide. Event location: Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Place
Every third Saturday, be part of our lively showcase of local talent for an evening of live music and artistic expression.
(added automatically) Bring your thoughts and impressions of The Grapes of Wrath to a book discussion. Reader’s guides are free and available at any KPL branch. Participants will be lead by a facilitator and will work from a discussion guide. Event location: The Nook Café & Gallery, 5703 6th Avenue
Genre: Children's
(added automatically) Bring your thoughts and impressions of The Grapes of Wrath to a book discussion. Reader’s guides are free and available at any KPL branch. Participants will be lead by a facilitator and will work from a discussion guide. Event location: PSN Family Resource Center, Kenosha Human Services Bldg (8600 Sheridan Road)
Our 2010 readings are based on the Great Books Foundation's "Seven Deadly Sins Sampler." Participants may buy the book from www.greatbooks.org or by calling 1-800-222-5870. Program held in the Civic Room.
Genre: Children's
(added automatically) Bring your thoughts and impressions of The Grapes of Wrath to a book discussion. Reader’s guides are free and available at any KPL branch. Participants will be lead by a facilitator and will work from a discussion guide. Event location: Twisted Cuisine, 7546 Sheridan Road
Genre: Fiction,Literature
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(added automatically) Performers: Bob and Gail This music expresses the hopes, dreams, fears and failures of people during hard times: those struggling to keep their homes, those with no jobs, those who rode the rails, those who gave up, and those who would not give in. Everyone Welcome!
Genre: Children's
(added automatically) Bring your thoughts and impressions of The Grapes of Wrath to a book discussion. Reader’s guides are free and available at any KPL branch. Participants will be lead by a facilitator and will work from a discussion guide. Event location: YMCA Callahan Branch, 7101 53rd Street
Bring your thoughts and impressions of The Grapes of Wrath to a book discussion. Reader’s guides are free and available at any KPL branch. Participants will be lead by a facilitator and will work from a discussion guide.
Genre: Children's
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(added automatically) Genre: Children's
(added automatically) Every month Borders in Algonquin invites you to perform your original songs, poetry, and essays at our open mic.
(added automatically) Every month Borders in Algonquin invites you to perform your original songs, poetry, and essays at our open mic.
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(added automatically) Every Saturday morning gather round for a storytime adventure. We feature stories and activities.
(added automatically) Every Saturday morning, gather round for a storytime adventure. We feature a new, irresistible tale and fun activities.
(added automatically) See the 1940 adaptation and feature film “The Grapes of Wrath” starring Henry Fonda at the historic Reuther High School Auditorium. Bring a non-perishable food item for admission to the movie. This is a free event for all ages - this film is not rated. Run time: 128 minutes. Event location: Reuther High School Auditorium
Kathleen Anne Fleming presents a series of writing workshops. She is the author of three mystery novels. Civic Room.
Join us every Monday at 10 am for a special story and activity.
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(added automatically) American Girl Kit Kittredge and her family survived the Great Depression by becoming resourceful. Come to a penny pinching party and learn how to turn your mismatched socks into puppets. Bring your doll or just bring yourself! For Grades K-5.
Every Tuesday morning gather round for a storytime adventure. We feature stories and singing.
(added automatically) Every Tuesday morning gather round for a storytime adventure. We feature stories and singing.
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(added automatically) Certified therapy teams with Kenosha’s Dogs of Endearment will provide Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) and will serve as reading companions for children who want to practice their reading skills. Children five and older are encouraged to participate in this one-on-one program. Call Children's ... (more)Celebrate Spring at the annual Borders Springtacular Storytime, featuring the music of the Laurie Berkner Band.
(added automatically) Celebrate Spring at the annual Borders Springtacular Storytime, featuring the music of the Laurie Berkner Band.
(added automatically) Celebrate Spring at the annual Borders Springtacular Storytime, featuring the music of the Laurie Berkner Band.
(added automatically) Celebrate Spring at the annual Borders Springtacular Storytime, featuring the music of the Laurie Berkner Band.
(added automatically) Celebrate Spring at the annual Borders Springtacular Storytime, featuring the music of the Laurie Berkner Band.
(added automatically) Celebrate Spring at the annual Borders Springtacular Storytime, featuring the music of the Laurie Berkner Band.
(added automatically) Celebrate Spring at the annual Borders Springtacular Storytime, featuring the music of the Laurie Berkner Band.
(added automatically) Celebrate Spring at the annual Borders Springtacular Storytime, featuring the music of the Laurie Berkner Band.
(added automatically) Celebrate Spring at the annual Borders Springtacular Storytime, featuring the music of the Laurie Berkner Band.
(added automatically) Celebrate Spring at the annual Borders Springtacular Storytime, featuring the music of the Laurie Berkner Band.
(added automatically) Isabel Soffer leads a discussion of "Telex from Cuba." Copies of the book are available at the 3rd floor Reader Services desk. Discussion held in the Civic Room.
Join us for poetry discussions with literary critic Isabel Soffer. No advance reading is required. Civic Room
Speakers: Greg Ryan and Brooke Maroldi For two years, Greg and Brooke have been video interviewing people who have made dramatic career and life changes. They then edit and post the videos on their website: ournextthing.com. In this presentation, they'll describe the project, how they began it, and how ... (more)9:30-11:30am, Southwest Are you bored and need something to do? Learn to play or practice your skills on a wide variety of games including Mario Kart, Wii Sports, or Guitar Hero World Tour. Bring your DS and hook up with other players or just hang out. For Ages 8-12.
Fridays, 11:30am-1:30pm January 29th & April 9th @ Southwest Whether you have tried the Wii gaming system or are a seasoned champion, this fest is for you. See how it’s done and give it a try! For ages 13-18.
Award winning author Gary Paulsen presents The Woods Runner and Lawn Boy Returns.
(added automatically) Melody Carroll joins us for a booksigning and will donate portion of each book sale to Children's Miracle Network.
(added automatically) Nancy Buehler leads a discussion of "Shanghai Girls." Copies of the book are available at the 3rd floor Reader Services desk. Discussion held in the Civic Room.
Performer: Phil Passen Most readers of English literature have no idea that Thomas Hardy was a lover of English country dance. Phil plays music from the tune books Hardy transcribed and collected. Everyone Welcome!
Celebrate National Poetry Month at Borders! And since no one appreciates words more than Fancy Nancy, she'll be our muse!
(added automatically) Celebrate National Poetry Month at Borders! And since no one appreciates words more than Fancy Nancy, she'll be our muse!
(added automatically) Celebrate National Poetry Month at Borders! And since no one appreciates words more than Fancy Nancy, she'll be our muse!
(added automatically) Celebrate National Poetry Month at Borders! And since no one appreciates words more than Fancy Nancy, she'll be our muse!
(added automatically) Celebrate National Poetry Month at Borders! And since no one appreciates words more than Fancy Nancy, she'll be our muse!
(added automatically) Celebrate National Poetry Month at Borders! And since no one appreciates words more than Fancy Nancy, she'll be our muse!
(added automatically) Celebrate National Poetry Month at Borders! And since no one appreciates words more than Fancy Nancy, she'll be our muse!
(added automatically) Celebrate National Poetry Month at Borders! And since no one appreciates words more than Fancy Nancy, she'll be our muse!
(added automatically) Celebrate National Poetry Month at Borders! And since no one appreciates words more than Fancy Nancy, she'll be our muse!
(added automatically) Celebrate National Poetry Month at Borders! And since no one appreciates words more than Fancy Nancy, she'll be our muse!
(added automatically) Members of the Friendship Force of Northern Illinois, a club that promotes understanding across the barriers that separate people, will examine the novel "The Secret Life of Bees" and view clips from the film. Refreshments will be served. Civic Room.
Stories, music and a make-it, take-it craft project. Children 3 and Older and Families Welcome! Dance your way through those dreary April puddles with some watery stories and songs. Make your own rain stick to take home. Let’s have a wonderful time despite the rainy weather. Bring your own umbrella.
Come and listen to poetry in the Storytime Room. Bring your family, bring your friends and bring in your poetry to share and read out loud in honor of National Poetry Month.
Speaker: Paulette Kissee, Alzheimer's Association Concerned about your memory? Learn how to tell the difference between normal age-related memory loss and memory loss that may be considered abnormal. You will also learn tips and strategies for improving memory. Call 564-6130 to register. For Adults.
Make a scrapbook with your own personal stuff like pictures, mementoes, cards, or souvenirs. Use our art supplies or bring your own markers, crayons, and glue.
Every Saturday morning gather round for a storytime adventure. We feature stories and activities.
(added automatically) Bon jour! Please join us for a magnificent afternoon of fun. We will make sparkly crafts, show off our fancy ensembles, and play ooh-la-la games. Be sure to accessorize! Ages 5 and up.
A smart, sexy novel about a woman's search for her former self on the London stage.
(added automatically) Erin leads our preschool and grade school storytime each Saturday at 2pm.
(added automatically) Bring your family friendly original poetry and read with our poetry group in front of the café crowd!
(added automatically) Performer: Steve Justman At one time, folk music was extremely popular and a song could sell a million records. At the same time, country music was not popular, especially in the big cities, but many songs became standards. A combination of both, with a dash of bluegrass and country rock, is the recipe ... (more)Not just for doll lovers. Join us once a month for this girl power hour. Drop in any time between 4:00 and 5:00pm for crafts, games, and doll talk! Bring your doll or just bring yourself! For Grades K-5.
Speaker: Tim Cascio LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Blogs Participants will be introduced to the social media tools that have changed how we connect with one another in our business and personal lives. For Adults.
Every Tuesday morning gather round for a storytime adventure. We feature stories and singing.
(added automatically) Make a scrapbook with your own personal stuff like pictures, mementoes, cards, or souvenirs. Use our art supplies or bring your own markers, crayons, and glue.
Every month Borders in Algonquin invites you to perform your original songs, poetry, and essays at our open mic.
(added automatically) Certified therapy teams with Kenosha’s Dogs of Endearment will provide Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) and will serve as reading companions for children who want to practice their reading skills. Children five and older are encouraged to participate in this one-on-one program. Call Children's ... (more)Calling all Pokémon trainers! Journey to the Southwest Library and become a Pokémon Club member. Play Pokémon Battle Revolution on the Wii, trade Pokémon cards with other club members, play the Pokémon trading card game, learn to draw Pokémon, and more. Don’t miss this chance to meet other Pokémon ... (more)Barbara Gregorich. Speaker: Barbara Gregorich Learn the origins of colorful, age-old sayings that are part of our everyday language. If you need to keep the wolf from the door, let the cat out of the bag, or strike while the iron is hot, take the bull by the horns and enjoy this presentation. For Adults.
Michele LaRue reads from The Apple Tree: A Celebration of Spring and Poor Housekeeping. Performer: Michele LaRue presents The Apple Tree: A Celebration of Spring and Poor Housekeeping by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. With insight, humor, and affection, Freeman throws together two very different New England couples on one eventful afternoon...revealing the true value of a glorious spring day. ... (more)Bring your family friendly original poetry and read with our poetry group in front of the café crowd!
(added automatically) Every Tuesday morning gather round for a storytime adventure. We feature stories and singing.
(added automatically) Every Saturday morning gather round for a storytime adventure. We feature stories and activities.
(added automatically) Every Saturday morning gather round for a storytime adventure. We feature stories and activities.
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