Energy-saving tips for small businesses
According to the EPA's ENERGY STAR® program, U.S. small businesses together spend a whopping $60 billion on energy each year. A ...
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After a challenging 18 months, we all can use a little camaraderie and motivation! Next week is the relaunch of our popular Business for ...
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909 Prospect Street | 858-352-6588 | spiroscuisine.com
by Robby Robinson
Twenty-three blue hues of waves lap up to pure white sand. White buildings edge up to ...
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7910 Ivanhoe Avenue | 858-352-6398 | beboutiquesd.com
by Robby Robinson
Lisa Harrison opened her absolutely adorable ladies' clothing boutique in La Jolla, April 2021. The talented ...
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While parking continues to be a hot topic in La Jolla, the parking forum has been postponed indefinitely. Please follow our blog for the ...
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It's election time at La Jolla Village Merchants Association and we are thrilled to have ten candidates running for this year's board. There are ...
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The Community Parking Forum scheduled for September 29 has been postponed until further notice.
In the meantime make sure to check out our new website, ...
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We are happy to announce that the La Jolla Village Merchant's trick or treating extravaganza -- known as Pillage the Village is back after ...
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Creating and presenting an Annual Report is a critical process for all organizations but especially important for non-profits and public agencies that are entrusted ...
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If you've ever thought about serving on the La Jolla Village Merchants Association Board of Directors, now is the perfect time. Self Nomination forms ...
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7910 Ivanhoe Avenue | 858-352-6398 | beboutiquesd.com
by Robby Robinson
Lisa Harrison opened her absolutely adorable ladies' clothing boutique in La Jolla, April 2021. The talented ...
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This fall, La Jolla Village Merchants Association is proud to partner with San Diego Family Justice Center by hosting a "Halloween Costume Drive" for ...
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Business owners and community leaders overwhelming support the idea of a weekly “activation event” in the heart of La Jolla’s Business District, according to ...
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This week, we are delighted to introduce the first merchant featured for La Jolla Limelight: Parachute Studio! This art studio has a mission to ...
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510 Pearl Street | 858-263-4344 | ciaociaopiadinasd.com
by Robby Robinson
Some things are just cool - Ray Bans, Brad Pitt, Cabo, - and Ciao Ciao Piadina.
Who ...
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COVID was full of difficulties and hardships, but also sparked creative ideas and solutions. Social distancing guidelines changed how businesses use public spaces. Temporary ...
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If all goes well and COVID numbers continue to decline, Governor Newsome has designated June 15, 2021, as the day California will return to ...
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In 2019 LJVMA commissioned San Diego State University to develop a survey tool and subsequent marketing plan that has offered critical and unbiased information ...
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As we slowly emerge from a live entertainment coma, it's great to see musicians out and about adding ambiance to public spaces and places. ...
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The Small Business Development Center is hosting a webinar about the SBA’s upcoming Restaurant Revitalization Fund on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 2:30pm. This ...
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Temporary Outdoor Business Operation Grant
To assist small businesses with adapting operations amid COVID-19, the City of San Diego is offering grants up to $3,000 ...
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7437 Girard Avenue | 858-551-7500 | Info@bistrodumarche.net
Bistro du Marché. A mark of excellence. A luxury brand. An extraordinary dining experience. And here’s why...
This La Jolla ...
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As President Joe Biden signed the PPP Extension Act of 2021 into law today, extending the Paycheck Protection Program an additional two months to ...
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Congratulations are in order! Due to some changes in business operations, Brett Murphy, who has served on the LJVMA board for almost six-years (including ...
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As we emerge from strict COVID modifications, it's wonderful to see La Jolla's businesses, fitness centers and restaurants reopening. It's also inspirational to welcome ...
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We welcomed Spring with our inaugural Enhance La Jolla Day!
On March 20th, our community came together on Girard Avenue and took part in ...
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1251 Prospect Street | www.mermaidscowboys.com | 858-999-0205
by Robby Robinson
YOU HAD ME AT THE NAME
Something new just happened in La Jolla. Something new and exciting. ...
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Starting March 17, San Diego County can operate in Tier 2, or Red Tier, of the state's Blueprint for a Safer Economy.
Among changes from ...
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Celebrate the first day of spring with some hands-on community service as La Jolla Village Merchants Association joins other community groups to beautify the ...
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The paparazzi is coming to La Jolla as professional photographer Jamie Dickerson along with Ben Roberts, Owner of Not Boring Entertainment, donate their time ...
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If you are a solo practitioner or super small business the PPP has created a window of opportunity especially for you!
On Monday, February 22, ...
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Use this chart to help you navigate the often confusing world of small business loans as you continue to move through the COVID-19 Crisis. ...
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Wouldn't it be great if you had an "IN" at the City of San Diego? Someone or some way to get your problems handles ...
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All La Jolla Village business owners are encouraged to attend a special virtual town hall with Mayor Todd Gloria and District One Council Member ...
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We are excited to see so many restaurants and cafes (pictured above, Bernini's Bistro) expanding capacity by adding tables to the great outdoors. With ...
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Sixteen lucky La Jolla Village restaurants will be given the chance to show off their takeout options and participate in a brand new COVID ...
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While we move through what we hope will be the final months of COVID-19 restrictions, the LJVMA Board of Directors along with member and ...
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La Jolla Village Merchants Association is excited to share this list of La Jolla restaurants that are open for takeout as of January 25th! ...
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7703 Fay Avenue | saigonspringjewelry.com | 858-255-8085
by Robby Robinson
Baubles, and bangles, and bracelets - oh my!
Saigon, 2016: Jen Pham hands over $200 and follows ...
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SBA has curated list of thousands of funding sources at the national, state, regional, and local levels designed to support small businesses in accessing ...
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La Jolla Village Merchants Association will be hosting a socially distanced Sidewalk Sale on January 23 and 24 in which proceeds will benefit Shoreline ...
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Supervisor Nathan Fletcher, The San Diego & Imperial Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and The San Diego Foundation have once again partnered to make ...
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The new round of PPP is now open for both new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers. To promote access to capital, initially, only ...
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Saving money is on everyone's mind and there are a variety of ways to save money when it comes to your business’s energy use. ...
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Thanks to Ben Roberts of Not Boring Entertainment we were able to find some holiday cheer this season and are happy to send greetings ...
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723 Pearl Street | www.ordermarys.com | 858-703-0808
by Robby Robinson
January 1, 2018 - New Year’s Resolution? Eat Healthy.
January 1, 2019 - New Year’s Resolution? Eat ...
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811 Prospect Street | www.mvpfamilyrestaurant.com | 858-352-6578
by Robby Robinson
In June, during the middle of the COVID 19 pandemic, one passionate family braved the elements ...
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Happy Halloween from YOUR La Jolla Village Merchants Association! Enjoy the Holiday Safely and Win Great Prizes.
Get out your paints, carving knives, decoupage, markers ...
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Six returning and three brand new board members have been elected to the LJVMA Board of Directors. You can read more about them here ...
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Avocado Green Mattress | 7646 Girard Avenue | www.avocadogreenmattress.com | Instagram: @avocadomattress
by Robby Robinson
Don’t you wish you could help save the planet while you ...
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Parking enforcement is back and nothing ruins a day like a parking ticket; but, fear not! La Jolla Village Merchants Association has got you ...
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It's election time at La Jolla Village Merchants Association and we are thrilled to have nine candidates running for this year's board. There are ...
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It's election time at La Jolla Village Merchants Association and we are thrilled to have nine candidates for nine open seats. There are 6 ...
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Two Locations: 5604 La Jolla Blvd., 858-255-8500 | 1237 Prospect St. Ste.F, 858-750-3150
by Robby Robinson
Shawn and Patty McManigal and Joe and Karla Britt are ...
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Meet Robby Robinson, La Jolla Writer/Columnist
Robby Robinson is a woman on the go. She is typically seen roaming the Village with her husband Chuck ...
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We are excited to see so many restaurants and cafes (pictured above, Bernini's Bistro) expanding capacity by adding tables to the great outdoors. With ...
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Street parking might be "free" but it has high costs especially when spots are taken by merchants and their staff. From the loss of ...
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Great News! On July 14, City Council approved the Temporary Outdoor Business Permit that allows restaurants and other businesses to expand onto sidewalks, parking ...
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On Thursday, July 9 at 4:00 PM all restaurants are encouraged to Join experts from the City of San Diego to learn more about ...
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Parking enforcement is back and nothing ruins a day like a parking ticket; but, fear not! La Jolla Village Merchants Association has got you ...
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Local businesses may be worried about their energy bill as summer arrives and as they try to recover from the economic impact of the ...
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Need more space due to Social Distancing orders? Restaurants, retailers and other businesses can apply to expand onto the sidewalk or street using an ...
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SBA and Treasury Announce New EZ and Revised Full Forgiveness Applications for the Paycheck Protection Program
Today (June 17, 2020) the U.S. Small Business Administration, ...
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We Listened AND We Hear You!
If you missed the June Membership Meeting, you will want to take some time to watch and listen to ...
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Join Us (via Zoom) for a Very Important Conversation led by LJVMA's New Diversity Consultant, Rehema Ally-Lifa
"Let's Get Honest About Race"
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Wednesday, June 10 ...
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June 3, 2020
To La Jolla Village Merchants and Residents:
My staff and I are in constant contact with the San Diego Police Department at this ...
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June 2, 2020, 6:00 PM -- As we emerge from the COVID-19 Shelter in Place Orders and slowly reopen our village, we are faced ...
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This list is being updated almost daily and represents those La Jolla Village Restaurants currently offering takeout/delivery. They've donated gift certificates to your favorite ...
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After weeks of stay-at-home orders, businesses have re-opened in La Jolla Village and are welcoming you in! This list is being actively updated ...
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It's time to say goodbye to your mullet and roots! As of yesterday, May 27, hair salons and barbershops can resume services, but they ...
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As we move forward through various reopening protocols and procedures, La Jolla Village Merchants came together (six feet apart) to be part of video ...
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Your La Jolla Village Merchants Association is here to help as you adapt to new guidelines For instance, we have created posters to help ...
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San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program (SDVLP) is pleased to announce the launch of our COVID-19 Brief Legal Advice Clinic to help San Diego small ...
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This checklist is intended to help retail employers implement their plan to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace and is supplemental to ...
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If you or your kids are looking for a tasty challenge, we're happy to bring you our Blog's first puzzle. But, we're warning you... ...
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Starting Friday, May 8, some local businesses can begin to reopen if they have a plan in place to protect their employees and the ...
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The impacts of COVID-19 have been felt in almost all corners of the regional economy. From retail to entertainment and manufacturing, industries across the ...
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SDG&E recognizes the tremendous economic and human impact the coronavirus has had on our business community and we want all customers to know that ...
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Jenny and Mike Eastwood thought their dream had come true. After four years of selling their artisan American-made cheeses solely at the La Jolla ...
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You still can’t visit Rangoni Shoes or J.McLaughlin, but they can visit you.
Both Girard Avenue stores are using the internet for sales promotions this ...
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Register NOW.
We're using Zoom to bring you innovative education during these difficult times. If you're feeling out of control, this two-part workshop will help ...
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To request English or Spanish posters for your business, please e-mail COVID-Business@sdcounty.ca.gov with your contact information, drop-off location, and delivery instructions. A member of our ...
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Stephanie Coolidge, hospital administrator for La Jolla Veterinary Hospital, poses with her dog, Broccoli, who was born with progressive retinal ...
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The coronavirus shutdown placed La ...
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REGISTER HERE
As things shake out it's more important than ever to stay informed to make sure you are taking advantage of all funds and ...
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On April 5, the federal Department of Labor updated information regarding the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (“PUA”) program and the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (“FPUC”) ...
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Board, Committees & Meetings – COVID-19 UPDATE: Meeting Log-in Information
Until further notice, as allowed by special California and City Shelter-in-Place orders, La Jolla Village Merchants Association ...
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California Downtown Association’s just sent over some details on the State's small business relief package was announced at Noon TODAY. Don’t delay in taking ...
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The Keeping American Workers Paid and Employed Act would provide $377 billion to help prevent workers from losing their jobs and small businesses from going under due to ...
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First Come, First Serve Business Relief and Support
The City of San Diego has established a Small Business Relief Fund (SBRF) to provide grants and forgivable or low- ...
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If you missed the resource-rich webinar hosted by The San Diego BID Alliance and Downtown San Diego Partnership on March 24, it is available ...
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Free One-on-One Assistance - Register for Your Online Appointment NOW
As your business navigates the Covid-19 public health emergency, the San Diego and Imperial Small ...
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All La Jolla Village Merchants are invited and highly encouraged to attend this webinar to learn the most up-to-date information and resources available to ...
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As news about the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to evolve, ICIC remains committed to supporting small businesses and driving inclusive economic prosperity. We know that ...
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Businesses of all types are getting creative as they strive to continue to serve their clients, customers, and patients. There's more to health concerns ...
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General Information
CDC Center for Disease Control Coronovirus Official Site
The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development has compiled helpful information for employers, employees and all ...
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March 17, 2020, 10:00 AM – The San Diego Workforce Partnership is publishing resources for both employees and businesses affected by the Coronavirus. Click ...
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As individuals, families, and organizations struggle to deal with Coronavirus bans, cancellations, and social distancing requirements; small businesses and restaurants are facing the economic ...
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As the Blue Line gets closer to completion we want to keep you posted about upcoming road closures that might impact your commute in ...
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We are thrilled to announce that Enhance La Jolla Maintenance Assessment District (MAD) began work in the Village on October 1, 2019. John Unbewust, ...
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909 Prospect St. | 858-255-8019 | www.betterbuzz.com
I've been anticipating the Better Buzz debut in La Jolla Village and the wait is finally over. The ...
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Don't panic! These fine young women are not all leaving us! Although it is time to bid three of our incredible summer interns adieu ...
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So excited for this month's Enjoya La Jolla on August 10 from 3 - 7 PM. We are cutting the ribbon on two new ...
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1030 Torrey Pines Rd | (858) 246-7818 |www.dinecandor.com
Although the restaurant is brand new, the restauranteur is one of La Jolla's most established chefs. I'm ...
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Refresh, Relax and Renew
'Enjoya La Jolla' welcomes you to come celebrate Global Wellness Day with us on June 8th from 3 PM to 7 ...
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The San Diego Tourism Authority is investing heavily in Chinese tourism and La Jolla's beauty, beaches, and merchants are in the spotlight. While other ...
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There's a new Coffee House in town and it's getting great buzz (pun intended -- sorry!). AT Coffee House, located at 1298 Prospect Street ...
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