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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T160000
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SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
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SUMMARY:Men's Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:The regular monthly meeting of the Men’s Fellowship will move from Feb. 8 to Feb 15.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/mens-fellowship-7/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260210T194634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T194634Z
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SUMMARY:FUMC Committee Structure Presentation
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/fumc-committee-structure-presentation/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260210T195020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T195020Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Council
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/youth-council-2/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260130T191422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T191422Z
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SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday Potluck & Lenten Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The 40 days of Lent are a time to extend ourselves inside and out in rhythm with the lengthening days and life of Christ. Embrace and observe this holy season as we bake pretzels\, create prayer journals\, and join together for good food and conversation before Ash Wednesday service at 7:00 p.m.\n\nKindly register at onrealm.org/faithatfirst/Registrations
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/ash-wednesday-potluck-lenten-workshop/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260210T185451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T185451Z
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SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday Potluck & Lenten Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The 40 days of Lent are a time to extend ourselves inside and out in rhythm with the lengthening days and life of Christ. Embrace and observe this holy season as we bake pretzels\, create prayer journals\, and join together for good food and conversation before Ash Wednesday service at 7:00 p.m.\n\nKindly register at onrealm.org/faithatfirst/Registrations or email Colin@faithatfirst.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/ash-wednesday-potluck-lenten-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260210T185552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T185552Z
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SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 7pm in Tittle Chapel!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/ash-wednesday-service/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260210T194715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T194715Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Retreat
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/youth-retreat-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260210T184542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T184542Z
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SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Community Diaper Packing
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-community-diaper-packing/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260210T184456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T184456Z
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SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-4/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260130T185116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T184206Z
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SUMMARY:One Church One Book
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/one-church-one-book/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260301T150452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T150452Z
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SUMMARY:First Church's Nursery
DESCRIPTION:First Church‘s nursery for children ages three and under is staffed Sunday mornings from 9:00-11:45 a.m. The nursery provides a safe and nurturing space for our youngest disciples to play\, learn\, and grow! Parents and caregivers may sign in their babies and toddlers for the morning or visit the nursery for a play break\, diaper change\, or feeding.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-churchs-nursery/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260110T032001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T032001Z
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SUMMARY:Organ Concert: Brian Schoettler
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, March 1\, First Church Minister of Music & Organist\, Dr. Brian Schoettler\, will present a 60-minute concert featuring the sanctuary’s mighty\, Austin pipe organ (Opus 319).\n\nThe program will feature works by American composers.\nThe 1:30pm concert is free and open to the public.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/organ-concert-brian-schoettler/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260210T185718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T185718Z
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SUMMARY:First Wednesday Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Bring a side or dessert to share and join your church family for good food and fellowship on the first Wednesday of each month!\n\nKindly register at onrealm.org/faithatfirst/Registrations or email Colin@faithatfirst.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-wednesday-potluck-10/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20250916T154638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T185434Z
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SUMMARY:Total Child School Picture Day
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/total-child-school-picture-day/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260226T175459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T175459Z
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SUMMARY:Purple Haze A Cappella Concert (Northwestern University)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/purple-haze-a-cappella-concert-northwestern-university/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260110T140208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T173745Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast and Diaper Packing for Inquirers and Friends
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/breakfast-and-diaper-packing-for-inquirers-and-friends/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260305T170604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T140847Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Day
DESCRIPTION:Craft Day: 1st Saturdays in the Dining Room at 10am-12pm \nJoin us for a fun and creative time together. Bring any project you would like to work on\, including quilting\, crochet\, knitting\, beading\, painting\, and more. All projects are welcome.\nWe will meet in the dining room\, so there will be plenty of space to spread out. Please bring your sewing machine and any supplies you will need\, as well as your lunch. \nBeginners are welcome. All ages and skill levels are invited to join.\nPlease email Courtney or Glynis to receive the building access code.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/craft-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T101500
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260319T155620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T155620Z
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SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections - One Church One Book
DESCRIPTION:Wesleyan Vile-tality\n\nSJI launches a four-week study of FUMC’s One Church/One Book\, “Wesleyan Vile-tality: Reclaiming the Heart of Methodist Identity.” It was written by Dr. Ashley Boggan\, who led SJI and preached here last Fall. Boggan argues that the early Methodists\, following the lead of John and Charles Wesley\, were considered vile. They were “rule-benders\, rabble-rousers\, and outcast-embracers.” Somewhere along the way\, Methodists chose to become respectable. Boggan calls us to return to our original vile-tality as we address racism\, sexism\, heterosexism\, and colonialism. Books are available at the church office for $10.\n\nDiscussion facilitators are:\n\nMarch 8: The Call to Wesleyan Vile-tality – Chapters 1 and 2 – Martha Rudy\n\nMarch 15: Losing Vile-tality – Chapter 3 – Matt Moy Johnson\n\nMarch 22: Vile Sustainers – Chapter 4 – Tom Scott\n\nMarch 29: Reclaiming Vile-tality – Chapter 5 – Dennis Barbour
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-one-church-one-book/2026-03-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260308T142743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T142743Z
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SUMMARY:Fisk University concert
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/fisk-university-concert/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260305T171210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T171210Z
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SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out (On the Town!)
DESCRIPTION:Mom’s Night Out: March 12 @ 6:30pm \nHost: Women’s Club Review & Evelyn McGowan \nJoin friends for an evening of laughter and community at “All Downstage from Here”\, presented at the Evanston Woman’s Club (1702 Church Street at Chicago Avenue). \nThis entertaining revue features musical numbers cleverly “adapted” with humorous commentary on life in Evanston. The production is entirely volunteer-led and promises a delightful night out. \nMost importantly\, proceeds benefit Piven Theatre Workshop\, supporting its mission to foster creative exploration and celebrate each individual’s unique voice through ensemble-based\, community-oriented theatre training and performance. \n\nTickets: $52\nEvelyn McGowan has reserved a table for 12. Please pay via Zelle and contact Evelyn for payment details at em4mail@@gmail.com.\n\nDinner Before the Show – 6:00pm \nWe’ll gather at Prairie Moon (1635 Chicago Avenue). \nIf you’d like to join for dinner\, please contact Cherie Asante at Cherie.asante@gmail.com so she can include you in the reservation. \nWe hope you’ll join us for a fun evening in support of a meaningful ministry in our community! \nUpcoming: \n\nApril – Jen Wolfe & Jackie Owens\nMay – Julie Womack & TBD
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/moms-night-out-on-the-town/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260308T141233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T141233Z
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SUMMARY:Stare at the Sun concert
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/stare-at-the-sun-concert/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20250909T193100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T193100Z
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SUMMARY:Stare at the Sun Choral Concert
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/stare-at-the-sun-choral-concert-2/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T101500
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260227T192518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T192537Z
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SUMMARY:Men's Fellowship: One Church One Book 9:15am Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/mens-fellowship-one-church-one-book-915am-meeting/
LOCATION:Great Hall Balcony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T101000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260305T171101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T171101Z
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SUMMARY:New Member Sunday walkthrough
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/new-member-sunday-walkthrough/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260217T164236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T190530Z
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SUMMARY:Special Church Conference
DESCRIPTION:Special Church Conference to hear about and vote on Church Council’s recommended revised church committee structure.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/special-church-conference/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260308T155156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T155156Z
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SUMMARY:Food Growing in Small Spaces and Food Sharing in Evanston
DESCRIPTION:Food Growing in Small Spaces and Food Sharing in Evanston\nMonday March 16th\, 6:00 – 7:30 pm\nEvanston Main Library Community Room 107\n1703 Orrington\nFree and open to the public\nLearn how to grow vegetables in containers and raised beds with the Illinois Extension Master Gardener Program; then join a panel discussion with Edible Evanston\, Evanston Community Fridges\, Urban Canopy\, Unitarian Church Evanston and others to find out about opportunities to share food in Evanston!\nSponsored by the League of Women Voters and Evanston Library\nRegister here:   https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69710c784a9fd98b7f78d894
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/food-growing-in-small-spaces-and-food-sharing-in-evanston/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260217T181249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T181249Z
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SUMMARY:Laity Convocation 2026: "Moving Forward with Hope"
DESCRIPTION:The Nominations and Leadership Development Committee invites you to attend Laity Convocation 2026: “Moving Forward with Hope” on March 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at First UMC of Glen Ellyn (424 Forest Ave.). This gathering offers a meaningful opportunity to connect with other lay leaders\, exchange ideas\, and gain practical insight for leading with clarity and purpose in the year ahead. \nThe cost is $15 per person. We encourage you to participate\, share your voice\, and be part of the conversation shaping our shared ministry.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/laity-convocation-2026-moving-forward-with-hope/
LOCATION:424 Forest Ave.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260130T185557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T185557Z
UID:10011547-1774090800-1774101600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Celebration of Life - Judith Radcliffe
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/celebration-of-life-judith-radcliffe/
LOCATION:Dining Hall ;Tittle Chapel ;Memorial Garden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172433
CREATED:20260308T164819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T164819Z
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SUMMARY:ASP Fundraiser Dinner & Online Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:ASP Fundraiser Dinner & Online Silent Auction \nSaturday\, March 21 | Dinner at 6pm\, Online Silent Auction Closes 7:30pm \nJoin us for our annual Fundraiser Dinner supporting our mission trip with Appalachia Service Project (ASP) for our 28th year. \nEnjoy a free pasta dinner served by our youth while helping support our mission\, so we can serve families in Appalachia by making homes warmer\, safer\, and drier. Every gift or silent auction bid helps make the mission possible. \nDuring the evening\, you’ll hear reflections from our youth and leaders\, and you’ll have the opportunity to participate in our online silent auction\, which closes that night. Your presence and support help ensure this life-changing ministry can continue. \nTo RSVP\, click here!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/asp-fundraiser-dinner-online-silent-auction/
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