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Blue Springs Parks & Recreation
Fieldhouse Memberships Available
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Blue Springs Fieldhouse
CONTACT US PARKS & RECREATION OFFICE
425 N.E. Mock Ave., Blue Springs, Missouri 64014 Phone: (816) 228-0137 Email: parks@bluespringsgov.com M-TH.........................................................................................................5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Fri.....................................................................................................................5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sat...................................................................................................................7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun............................................................................................................... 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Special Events
Let’s Move! Saturday’s
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Mission
Vision
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The Blue
Creating outstanding recreational, cultural and natural experiences to enrich and enhance the quality of life for our community today and for future generations.
Recognized as an indispensable community asset that creates a healthy, livable and sustainable community through enhanced quality of life for residents and visitors while generating economic vitality.
Day Camps Youth Instructional Youth Sports Adult Sports Fitness Programs Adult Instructional Vesper Hall
VESPER HALL 50+ COMMUNITY CENTER
400 N.W. Vesper Street, Blue Springs, Missouri 64014 Phone: (816) 228-0181 Email: vesperinfo@bluespringsgov.com T/W/TH..........................................................................................................8 a.m. to 9 p.m. M/F..................................................................................................................8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Parks & Recreation Hot-Line.................................................................. (816) 228-0116 ‘The Blue’ Centennial Pool-Plex............................................................ (816) 228-0188 Parks Maintenance Shop........................................................................ (816) 228-0192 Adams Pointe Golf Club.......................................................................... (816) 220-3673
WEB www.bluespringsgov.com/parks
www.bluespringsgov.com/vesper
CTV-7 Comcast Cable Channel 7, AT&T U-Verse Channel 99, and the City of Blue Springs YouTube channel - youtube.com/CityofBlueSprings.
STATEMENT STATEMENT
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION The Blue Springs Parks & Recreation Department strives to provide the highest quality recreational activities possible. It is the department’s desire that each customer be satisfied with the recreational activities in which they participate. If a customer is not satisfied, corrective efforts will be made. Each specific request or inquiry is reviewed by staff for its own individual circumstances. If necessary, we can arrange for one of the following to occur (full or prorated): repeat the activity at no charge, receive credit that can be applied to any other activity at no charge or receive a refund. Requests for refunds and transfers for departmental programs may be subject to a $5 transfer and $7 refund administrative processing charge. Request for refunds must be made within two weeks following a particular program. The Parks & Recreation Department Office must be notified by the end of the following business day in order to request a refund or transfer of ball field rentals that are rained out. If a program is canceled or session dates and/or times are altered by the Parks & Recreation Department, we will be happy to process a full refund. For ticket sales involving trips or theme park attractions, all sales are final.
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You can also check out our website, allowing you to explore parks programs, special events and facilities all from the convenience of your home! Visit www.bluespringsgov.com/parks or www.bluespringsgov.com/vesper. Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard and Discover accepted.
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Blue Springs Fieldhouse 425 N.E. Mock Avenue
Vesper Hall 400 N.W. Vesper Street
Monday-Thursday Fridays Saturdays Sunday
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday....8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday/Friday.................................. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard and Discover are accepted for payment.
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425 N.E. MOCK AVENUE (816) 228-0137 www.bluespringsgov.com/fieldhouse No longterm contract required!
FITNESS & RECREATION FOR ALL
FIELDHOUSE HOURS Monday-Thursday Fridays Saturdays Sunday
MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES MEMBERSHIP TYPE
MONTHLY FEE
(AUTO DRAFT)
YEARLY FEE (PAID IN FULL)
5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
KIDZ CORNER Included with child membership or available daily with purchase of child watch pass.
Household (total of 4 members) $55 $660 Plus 1 (only applied to Household) $15 $180 Adult (18-59)
$25 $300
Couple
$40 $480
Youth (3-17)
$15 $180
Senior (60+)
$20 $240
Senior Couple (60+)
$35 $420
DAY RATES
Day Passes include the use of the fitness center, courts, turf field, tracks and aerobic and spin classes. Age requirements apply to day passes.
TYPE
SERVICE AREA FEE
OUT-OF-SERVICE AREA FEE
Adult (18-59) $5 Youth (3-17)
$10
$4 $8
Senior (60+) $3
Our Fitness Center offers a great variety of free weights, cardio equipment including treadmills, Powermill steppers, ellipticals and Woodway treadmills. Our Spin Studio includes 26 spin bikes with MyRide Technology for instructor led classes and new video led classes for use on your time. Our friendly fitness attendants help provide a safe and clean environment and are always available to answer your questions.
GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES Boot camp, Zumba, step, yoga, barre and spin are just some of the classes included with membership! Schedules are updated monthly.
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Our service area is defined as any person living in a 64015, 64014, 64013, 64029, 64064, 64086, or 64057 zip code. Anyone living outside of these areas will pay the out-of-service area rate. With these new rates, our goal is to provide our members with exceptional value for their membership and better access to the amenities of the facility. All of this is done while giving our residents and surrounding areas affordable access to the facility! Please note: Membership rates are the same regardless of residency. The service area rates only apply to day passes.
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FITNESS CENTER
TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED FITNESS You can track your progress with our InBody and FIT3D scans, monitor your heart rate with a MyZone belt or attend a virtual class anytime with our on demand system.
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KIDZ CORNER
Included with child membership or available daily with purchase of child watch pass. Kidz Corner Fees: Members................................... $1.50/Visit Non Members......................... $3/Visit Kidz Corner Hours Monday-Thursday...........8 a.m. to Noon & 4-8 p.m. Friday...................................8 a.m. to Noon Saturday............................. 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
FIT3D PROSCANNER This innovative body scanner captures a 3D, 360 degree image of your body and extracts the most commonly used measurements to track fitness progress. The Fit3D web platform securely stores your scanned images and data allowing users to track their fitness progress by comparing side by side images of their body. Each member can take advantage of this program two times for free!
Kids ages 3 months to 10 years old can play for up to 2 hours per day. They will enjoy creating arts and crafts, interacting with other children, playing games, Xbox, movies and so much more! Space is available on first come, first served basis.
PERSONAL TRAINING
Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase strength, or improve endurance, our trainers will help develop a detailed exercise program and keep you motivated and focused, increase strength, improve endurance, or tone up! Individual Personal Training Packages: A One hour session- $40 4 One-hour sessions- $150 8 One-hour sessions- $300 12 One-hour sessions- $450 Small Group Training Packages (2-5 People): A One hour session- $20 4 One-hour sessions- $75 18 One-hour sessions- $150 12 One-hour sessions- $225
PARTY & MEETING ROOM RENTALS
Three rooms will be available to rent for meeting space or for birthday parties. The room can be utilized for large groups or for smaller groups. Sound proof partitions give users the opportunity to change the room size depending on the event. Rental rates available soon!
INBODY ANALYSIS Essential in monitoring health, this machine allows you to clearly understand your muscle/fat distribution and where you need to focus on muscle development. Receive an easy to read results sheet. Each member can receive one free InBody Analysis. Additional scans can be purchased.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Birthday party packages will be available and include a variety of party themes and the option of items priced separately a for a one-stop party. More details to come.
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INDOOR SNOWBALL HUNT
SATURDAY, JANUARY 16 6:15 P.M. | AGES 3-6 6:45 P.M. | AGES 7-10 FIELDHOUSE $6 UNTIL 1/16, $8 DAY OF
Tired of being stuck inside on those cold winter nights? Join us at the Blue Springs Fieldhouse for our Indoor Snowball Hunt! Kids will receive their own snowball snacks and enjoy sensory activities. Bring your own bag so you can gather snowballs, prizes and candy! Hunt times are separated by age groups.
DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6 6 TO 9 P.M. | AGES 4+ VESPER HALL $45 FIRST COUPLE, $15 EACH ADDITIONAL DAUGHTER
Girls and their fathers or guardians are invited to an evening of entertainment, music, dancing, pictures and a full-course meal. We will be offering two different nights this year, Friday February 5th and Saturday February 6th.
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EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA
SATURDAY, MARCH 27 9 TO 11 A.M., HUNT AT 10 A.M. ALL AGES ROTARY PARK | FREE
This FREE Easter Egg Hunt is great for families and kids of all ages! In between hunts your family can enjoy fun yard games, meet with our vendors, get creative with crafts and take Proudly a picture with the Easter Bunny. sponsored by:
ADULT EGG HUNT
FRIDAY, APRIL 9
EVENT STARTS AT 7 HUNT STARTS AT DUSK AGES 21+ HIDDEN VALLEY $8 BEFORE 4/8, $10 DAY OF
Proudly sponsored by:
It’s the Adult’s turn to relax once Easter is over. Bring your friends, coolers and lawn chairs and a enjoy a night by the fire. Listen to some music, eat, drink and take part in our Flashlight Egg Hunt. Grab your child’s Easter Basket and find as many eggs as possible to increase your chance of finding PRIZE eggs. East 40 will be there to serve drinks and Tacos El Sombrero will have food.
FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT
FRIDAY, MARCH 26 8 P.M. | AGES 6-12 HIDDEN VALLEY | $7
Hop on over and take part in our Flashlight Egg Hunt. Help find thousands of eggs with your flashlight. Registration fee includes a bag full of candy, snacks and eggs that are filled with local coupons.
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27 10 A.M. | ALL AGES VESPER HALL | $15
Stuffed animal workshop! Adults and children of all ages will have the opportunity to make their very own stuffed animal and a lifetime of memories! Choose your animal when registering. Each kit includes a critter, the wishing heart that goes inside the animal, a birth certificate, stuffing and a bag to take them home in!
COSMIC BINGO SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27
FAMILY AT 4:30 P.M. | ADULTS AT 8 P.M. FAMILY AGES 5+ | ADULTS AGES 21+ VESPER HALL | BOTH DIVISIONS $35/TABLE OF 4 $55 TABLE OF 6 | FAMILY INCLUDES DINNER ADULTS BYOB AND SNACKS We’re turning off the lights and turning up the fun! Win prizes while playing glow in the dark bingo.
BIKES AND TRIKES DAY SUNDAY, APRIL 11
2 TO 4 P.M. | AGES 10 AND UNDER FIELDHOUSE | $5 Bring your bikes, trikes, big wheels, scooters etc and enjoy a cruise around our park, or stop at our bike “wash” and repair shop. Event includes snack. Proudly sponsored by:
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SPRING BREAK CAMP MON. - FRI., MARCH 15 - 19 7 A.M. TO 6 P.M. | AGES 5-12 FIELDHOUSE | $130
Give your kids something fun to this Spring Break and join us for our Spring Break Camp! Children ages 5-12 can participate in arts and crafts, field trips, games, guest speakers and more. Snacks are included each day. Campers must provide their own daily lunch.
SUMMER DAY CAMP MON. - FRI., JUNE 1 - AUG. 20
7 A.M. TO 6 P.M. | AGES 5-12 FIELDHOUSE | $80 REGISTRATION FEE BEFORE MAY 1 | $95 REGISTRATION FEE IF AFTER MAY 1 | $130 WEEKLY FEE $115 SHORT WEEK FEE Join us for 12 weeks of summer fun! Camp includes weekly field trips, swimming, guest speakers, crafts, games and tons of outdoor fun. Flexible enrollment allows you to pick the weeks that meet your scheduling needs. Before and after care included. Proudly sponsored by:
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KIDS IN THE KITCHEN
MONDAYS FEBRUARY 1 - MARCH 22 AGES 6-9 FROM 6 TO 7 P.M. AGES 10-15 FROM 7:30 TO 8:30 P.M. FIELDHOUSE | $FREE
Treat your 6-15 year old to a class that will teach them proper kitchen techniques and nutritional habits. Kids ages 6-9 will meet Monday’s from 6-7p February 1 - March 15. Kids ages 10-15 will meet Monday’s from 7:30-8:30p February 1 - March 22. Apron available for purchase at registration.
TINY TOTS
SATURDAYS, JAN. 9, 23 FEB. 6 MARCH 6, 20
ELEMENTARY DRAWING
MONDAYS & TUESDAYS JAN. 4, 11, 18, FEB. 2, 9, 16 6 TO 7 P.M. | AGES 5 - 12 FIELDHOUSE | $12/CLASS $60/SESSION (6 CLASSES)
Learn to draw a variety of topics using different techniques, art concepts, and color theory. Snacks are encouraged! Dates are Jan 4, 11, 18 and Feb 2, 9, 16.
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10 A.M. | AGES 3-6 FIELDHOUSE $12 PER CLASS $50/SESSION (5 CLASSES)
Venture through many new learning environments as you listen to a story and learn to bring the story to life through a drawing. After the class is over, these tiny tots will have access to a full hour of fun as they jump on our mini bounce house, build with building blocks and more! Dates are Jan 9, 23, Feb 6 and March 6 and 20.
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YOUTH SPORTS REGISTRATION DAY
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 2 TO 4 P.M. BLUE SPRINGS FIELDHOUSE | FREE
Come check out what Blue Springs Parks and Recreation has to offer for Youth Sports! Take part in various sports competitions, watch demonstrations and register for our upcoming sports leagues.
E-SPORTS
MONDAY JANUARY 18
11 A.M. | ALL AGES FIELDHOUSE $10 PER PERSON Do you have what it takes to take the trophy at our Mario Kart tournament? Pizza and drinks will be provided. Players will compete on different consoles in our pool play rounds. Parents are welcome to stay and watch.
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LITTLE ALL STARS
Sports for 3-4 Year Old’s
These 5 week programs are designed to introduce the basic fundamentals of sports for children ages 3-4 years old. The main goal is to learn the game and have fun building friendships in a non-threatening environment. Equal participation is a guarantee. This league will feature three weeks of instructional stations, followed by the final two weeks of organized gameplay. Children must be 3-4 years old at the start time of the program to register. Soccer: Day Time TUE 6 p.m. TUE 7:15 p.m. THUR 6 p.m. THUR 7:15 p.m. SAT 9 a.m. SAT 10:15 a.m.
Date 4/20 4/20 4/22 4/22 4/24 4/24
Location Hidden Valley Hidden Valley Hidden Valley Hidden Valley Hidden Valley Hidden Valley
Age 3-4 3-4 3-4 3-4 3-4 3-4
Fee $45 $45 $45 $45 $45 $45
Proudly sponsored by:
YOUTH SOCCER
MARCH 20 - MAY 15 AGES U6 TO U13 HIDDEN VALLEY PARK | $60
Youth Soccer is back this Spring! Leagues for U6-U12 are available for both boys and girls. Your registration fee includes an 8-game season, uniform and hat, trophy at the completion of the season, as well as all equipment provided by Blue Springs Parks and Rec. Registration deadline is February 21st. Practices begin the week of March 1st and games begin March 20th.
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YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE
This spring Blue Springs Park’s and Recreation is offering youth baseball leagues for ages 5-10 year’s old. Your registration fee includes an 8 game season, uniform and hat, trophy at the completion of the season, as well as all equipment provided by Blue Springs Parks and Rec. T-Ball will play games on Saturday mornings. Machine Pitch and Kid Pitch will play games during the week. The practice times for each team will vary, one taking place during the week and then one on Saturday mornings. Each team will be replicated off of one of the 30 current MLB teams! The registration deadline is March 22nd. Practices begin the week of April 5th and Games begin the week of May 3rd. T-Ball League (5-6 Year Old’s): Day Time Date SAT TBD 5/1-6/26
Location Young Park
Age 5-6 years old
Fee $70
Machine Pitch League (7-8 Year Old’s): Day Time Date Location TBD TBD 5/1-6/26 Keystone Park
Age 7-8 years old
Fee $80
Kid Pitch League (9-10 Year Old’s): Day Time Date Location TBD TBD 5/1-6/26 Young Park
Age 9-10 years old
Fee $90
Proudly sponsored by:
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ADULT SLOW PITCH SOFTBALL
6-night single header leagues, or 5 night double header leagues available. Registration deadline is March 8th or until full. The first week of games will be scheduled for March 14th. All games will take place at our newly renovated Young Park. Division Men’s D DH Men’s E Women’s Men’s Church Coed DH
Day SUN SUN TUE THU FRI
Time 2-9 p.m. 2-9 p.m. 6-10 p.m. 6-10 p.m. 6-10 p.m.
Location Fee Young Park $380 Young Park $230 Young Park $230 Young Park $230 Young Park $380
ADULT CORNHOLE
FRIDAYS, APRIL 9 - MAY 7 6 TO 9 P.M. | AGES 18+ YOUNG PARK | $35 PER TEAM
5-night double headers played on Friday evenings. 2 vs 2, can be coed or all male or female teams. All games will take place at Young Park. Proudly sponsored by:
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WINTER ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE
SUNDAYS, JAN. 10 - FEB. 28 GAMES START AT 6 P.M. | AGES 18+ FIELDHOUSE | $400 PER TEAM
All games will be played at the Blue Springs Fieldhouse on Sunday Evenings.
ADULT PICKLEBALL LEAGUE
SUNDAYS, FEB. 14 - MARCH 21 6 TO 9 P.M. | AGES 18+ FIELDHOUSE | $35 PER TEAM
For the fee of $35 per team you will play a double header for four consecutive Sundays (8 matches total guaranteed) This league for adults 18+. All teams can be either coed or same gender. Prizes awarded to the overall winning team.
WINTER ADULT COED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
SUNDAYS, JAN. 31 - MARCH 7 GAMES START AT 6 P.M. | AGES 18+ FIELDHOUSE | $120 PER TEAM
Blue Springs Parks and Recreation will be offering a 6v6 coed winter volleyball league. This will take place Sunday evenings the same time as our adult basketball league. Games will be played 6v6 with 3 girls and 3 guys per team. There will be a 6 match guarantee with prizes awarded to the overall champion.
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MARDI GRAS SPIN PARTY
FRIDAY, JANUARY 29
6 P.M. | AGES 16+ FIELDHOUSE | $5 FIELDHOUSE MEMBERS $10 NON-MEMBERS Get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras with a themed ride! Join us for fun lights, music, decorations and of course beads! Dress in your favorite Mardi Gras attire.
SATURDAY, MARCH 27
9 A.M. | AGES 16+ FIELDHOUSE | $5 FIELDHOUSE MEMBERS $10 NON-MEMBERS Grab your friends and join us for an hour-long relaxing yoga session, followed with a yummy brunch.
SWEATHEART BOOTCAMP
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5 6 P.M. | AGES 18+ FIELDHOUSE $10 PER COUPLE
Enjoy date night with us! Join us for an hour-long couples bootcamp. Partners will compete for high scores on various workouts. The couple with the highest scores will win a Valentines Date night basket complete with a gift card for dinner and drinks.
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ADULT CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT
FRIDAY, JANUARY 22
6 P.M. | AGES 21+ VESPER HALL | $40 PER TEAM This adult only tournament will be 2v2, double elimination. Participants must be 21+. Outside food and drinks are permitted. First place will receive a FREE entry into our Spring Adult Cornhole League.
GALENTINE’S DAY
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 17 6 P.M. | AGES 21+ VESPER HALL | $25
Girls night out! Bring your gal-pals and your drink of choice and let’s get crafty! DIY rope basket, the easy craft to help spruce up your home décor.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 30 6 P.M. | AGES 21+ VESPER HALL $35 PER TEAM
Did you love Price is Right or Wheel of Fortune? We’ll play those and many more at our adult only Game Show Mania! Get a team of 4-6 players and get ready to battle others in Minute to Win it games and real life Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, The Price is Right and Name that Tune. Outside drinks permitted. Snacks are encouraged. Proudly sponsored by:
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FIRST AID
CPR
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3
6 P.M. | AGES 13+ VESPER HALL | $30
5 P.M. | AGES 13+ VESPER HALL | $50
This course teaches students critical skills to respond to and manage an emergency in the first few minutes until medical assistance arrives.
Help save a life by knowing how to recognize cardiac arrest, get emergency care on the way quickly, and help the person until more advanced care arrives. The Heartsaver course is intended for anyone with little or no medical training. Certification is included.
• Strengthening and endurance • Flexibility and coordination
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SOCIAL DANCE
Prepare for weddings and parties with our social dance classes. Singles and couples are welcome! Instructor takes dance lesson requests. Fun for all ages! Day Time TWO STEP Wed 7:15 p.m. EAST COAST SWING Wed 7:15 p.m. CHA CHA Wed 7:15 p.m.
Date
Location
Age Fee
1/6-1/27
Vesper Hall
13+
$29
2/10-3/3
Vesper Hall
13+
$29
3/10-3/31 Vesper Hall
13+
$29
LINE DANCE
Beginner Line Dance classes are taught to country and non-country music. Singles and couples are welcome! Day Time SESSION 1 Wed 6 p.m. SESSION 2 Wed 6 p.m. SESSION 3 Wed 6 p.m.
Date
Location
Age Fee
1/6-1/27
Vesper Hall
13+
$29
2/10-3/3
Vesper Hall
13+
$29
3/10-3/31 Vesper Hall
13+
$29
BALLROOM DANCE Day Time WALTZ Thur 7:15 p.m. EAST COST SWING Thur 7:15 p.m. RHUMBA Thur 7:15 p.m.
Date
Location Age Fee
1/7-1/28
Vesper Hall 13+
$28
2/11-3/11
Vesper Hall 13+
$35
3/25-4/11
Vesper Hall 13+
$21
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LINE DANCE PARTY
FRIDAY, JANUARY 29 AND FEBRUARY 26 6:30 P.M. | AGES 18+ VESPER HALL | $5
Line dancing for beginners and intermediate dancers. Learn both line and pattern partner dances. Pop and water provided. Alcohol is not permitted. Pay at the door.
SQUARE DANCE PARTY
2ND FRIDAYS
7:30 P.M. | AGES 18+ VESPER HALL | $6 Mainstream & Plus Dancers come join other square dancers at this monthly party. Hear great music and calls by Jay Krebs. Casual dress. Bring a snack to share. Pay at the door.
TEA DANCE
2ND SUNDAYS 2 P.M. | AGES 18+ VESPER HALL | $6
Vesper Hall hosts the Joe Walker Band every second Sunday! Come join in on the fun and dance the afternoon away. Swing, Latin, Waltz and the occasional Polka tune will entertain you and your friends. Bring a snack to share. Pay at the door.
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VESPER HALL
Vesper Hall is a nationally accredited Community Center that offers a variety of activities for individuals ages 50 and up that like to stay social, healthy and active.
WEEKLY NUTRITIONAL LUNCH
Served Monday - Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12: 30 p.m. A $3.50 donation is suggested for ages 60 and up and for those who are disabled. A fee of $5.75 is required for age 59 and younger. Reservations must be made at least one day prior to guarantee a meal. Cancellations must be made prior to day of reservation.
HOME-DELIVERED MEALS
Available for home-bound individuals in Blue Springs and Lake Tapawingo who are 60 years and older or disabled persons age 18-59. Meals delivered Monday-Friday and a $3.50 donation is suggested. Contact Vesper Hall to receive more information. Meals programs are cosponsored by Mid-America Regional Council. Federal funds assist in the cost of meal planning and preparation.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
The City of Blue Springs offers transportation services for residents 60 years and older and adults with disabilities ages 18-59. The City contracts with OATS Transportation Services for medical and/or shopping trips within Blue Springs. Door-to-door pick-up and return to Vesper Hall 50-Plus Community Center for lunch is co-sponsored by Mid-America Regional Council. Buses can accommodate up to two wheel chairs and nine other passengers.
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS, PLEASE PRE-REGISTER! Fitness and Health Week January 11 – 15 Fruitcake Toss Celebration January 7, 11:45 a.m.
Vesper Hall January Birthday Celebration January 29th Winter Health Fair February 25th, 8:30 a.m.
Valentine Luncheon February 12th, 11:30 a.m. Vesper Hall Oscars April 23rd, 11:30 a.m.
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FITNESS AND HEALTH WEEK MON. - FRI., JANUARY 11 - 15
AGES 60+ VESPER HALL | FREE
Receive information to kickstart your 2021. Set a fitness goal for the year and share with others. Join others as we do gentle stretches prior to lunch on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (11:00am). Bring healthy food recipes to share with others. A canned food drive will be held during this week to benefit a local pantry. All participants will be entered in a drawing to win one Year-long Vesper Hall Weight Room Pass.
BUNCO TOURNAMENT TUESDAY, MARCH 30 6 P.M. | AGES 12+ VESPER HALL | $5
One-night Bunco tournament. Don’t know how to play? Come learn on March 25th at 12:30pm. Snacks and drinks will be provided at tournament.
STARTS JANUARY 4 ALL AGES $10 PER PERSON
Walk 100 miles in 100 days. Track your progress by showing a screenshot of an activity tracker app which shows your daily mileage or step count. Or, take a picture of the stationary bike or treadmill console displaying the number of miles you complete. Prizes based upon the number of miles completed.
WINTER HEALTH FAIR THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25 8 A.M. | AGES 60+ VESPER HALL | FREE
Learn about health services available in the Jackson County area. Receive blood pressure and other health checks. Door prizes. Breakfast served 8:30-9:15am. You must pre-register for breakfast.
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SILVER AND STRONG
FALUN DAFA
WEDNESDAYS, JAN. 6 - FEB. 10
WEDNESDAYS
Gain Strength and flexibility even as you grow older. This exercise program will be geared towards older adults to grow and maintain muscle strength. This class will meet once a week for 6-weeks. Schedule subject to change with room availability.
Experience this gentle, meditative exercise system, which has low-to-no impact. Both relaxing and energizing. This class is excellent for stress relief, improved memory and concentration.
SINGLES SUPPER CLUB
LEGAL AID
2ND AND 4TH WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH
JANUARY 8 MARCH 12
8 A.M. | AGES 50+ VESPER HALL | $36
5 P.M. | AGES 60+ VARIOUS RESTAURANTS CALL VESPER HALL FOR LOCATIONS MEAL YOUR OWN
This program is geared for singles ages 60 and older. Participants meet at various restaurants in Blue Springs for dinner and fellowship. Enjoy clean, quite and close-tohome places to eat, laugh, and get to know each other.
10:15 A.M. | AGES 50+ VESPER HALL | FREE
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10 A.M. TO 12 P.M. | AGES 50+ VESPER HALL | FREE Receive legal advice from Oswald, Roam, and Rew, LLC in a 15-minute consultation. Call Vesper Hall to set up an appointment. For ages 50 and older only.
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WEDNESDAYS, APRIL 7 - MAY 19 2:30 P.M. | ALL AGES VESPER HALL | FREE
INDOOR GARAGE SALE SATURDAY, MARCH 20
The Stepping On program offers seniors a way of reducing falls, while at the same time, increasing self-confidence in situations where they are at risk of falling. The program incorporates a group setting plus individualized follow-up. This program meets over a 7-week period.
7 A.M. TO 1 P.M. VESPER HALL | $1/PERSON, $25 BOOTH RENTAL
ART SHOW
CHIEFS WATCH PARTY
FRIDAY - SUNDAY JUNE 4 - 6
SUNDAY, JANUARY 3
TIMES VARY | ALL AGES VESPER HALL | FREE
43rd annual Art Show, free to the public.
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Explore over 20 booths, set up by local vendors and purchase “new to you” treasures. For more information, or to reseve a booth, call 816-228-0238. Sponsored by the Vesper Hall Site Council.
11:30 A.M. | ALL AGES VESPER HALL | FREE
Chiefs vs Chargers – Enjoy fresh popcorn and cheer on our Kansas City Chiefs.
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VESPER HALL SPECIAL EVENT LUNCHES
Please pre-register for all lunches at the Vesper Hall front counter. Lunch begins at 11:30 am.
VESPER HALL OSCARS
FRUITCAKE TOSS
Friday, April 23rd Nominate your peers for the bi-yearly, prestigious awards. Vote for best dressed, friendliest, and more.
ELVIS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Friday, February 26th Come join Vesper Hall staff and friends as we celebrate YOUR birthday.
Thursday, January 7 Enjoy fun and games with your friends. Register to be a part of the games offered on the day of the event. Thursday, January 28th Elvis is in the house! Come watch a local Elvis Tribute Artist perform many of the favorites that Elvis Presley made popular.
VH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Friday January 29th Come join Vesper Hall staff and friends as we celebrate YOUR birthday.
VALENTINE’S LUNCH
VH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
ST. PATRICK’S DAY LUNCHEON
Friday, March 12th Entertainment awaits as you celebrate the holiday. Enjoy the Vesper Hall Choir’s performance.
VH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Friday, March 26th Come join Vesper Hall staff and friends as we celebrate YOUR birthday.
Friday, February 12th An afternoon of friendship and big hearts awaits you at Vesper Hall. Celebrate with musical entertainment and a delicious meal served to you at your table.
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VESPER HALL DAY TRIPS
NEW DINNER THEATER – DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER
Wednesday, January 20th
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | $55 per person Bernard is planning a romantic weekend with his chic mistress in his charming country farmhouse on Martha’s Vineyard, while his wife is away. His friend Robert has also been invited to provide the alibi. It’s foolproof; what could possibly go wrong? As confusion ensues with all involved, Bernard and Robert improvise their alibi at breakneck speed! This smash hit comedy was nominated for two Tony awards. Lunch included.
PRAIRIE BAND CASINO
Tuesday, March 16th
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | $22 per person Travel to Mayetta, Kansas on a coach bus. Enjoy your day at the Prairie Band Casino.
NEW DINNER THEATER – LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Wednesday, March 24th
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | $55 per person After Seymour stumbles across a new breed of plant, he names it after his coworker crush. This foul-mouth plant promises fame and fortune as long as it’s fed BLOOD! Is global domination our doom? This long running off-broadway is a must see! Lunch included.
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VESPER HALL 50+ WEEKLY SCHEDULE MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
Quilting Club 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Taijiquan 8-8:50 a.m.
Knitting Club 9:00-11 a.m.
Tai Chi Fitness Modified 9-9:50 a.m.
Crocheting for Beginners 9:00-11:00 a.m.
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
Taijiquan 8-8:50 a.m.
Bingo *** 9-10:30 a.m. $1.50 per card
Tai Chi Fitness Modified 9-9:50 a.m.
Bingo 9-10:30 a.m. *** $1.50 per card
Wii Wednesday N.C. 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Canasta Cards *** 9-11:30 a.m.
Stretching Exercise 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Ceramics $2.50 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Jewelry Making 10-Noon
Painting Club 9:30 a.m. to Noon
Craft Sale 10 a.m. to Noon
Stretching Exercise 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Stretching Exercise 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Glucose Checks N.C. 3rd Monday-Odd Months Only 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Falun Dafa* 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Legal Aid 9/11, 11/13 10 a.m. to Noon**
Hearing Aid Adjustment (3rd Tuesday Monthly) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. N.C.
Chair Yoga 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $2.00 per visit
New Visitor Meeting 10:00-11:00 a.m. 1st & 3rd Thursday N.C.
Book Club 10:00 a.m. 2nd Fridays
Healthy lunch 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Donation/Fee
Healthy lunch 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Donation/Fee
Healthy lunch 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Breakfast & Health Talk Thursday, 8:30 am 8/6 N.C.
Arthritis Exercise $2 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Donation/Fee Hand and Foot *** Cards 12:30-4 p.m.
Arthritis Exercise $2 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m
Pitch Cards *** 9:30-11:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Check 3rd Monday Monthly 10:00-11:30 a.m. N.C.
Fitness Room Orientation* N.C. (1st Monday Monthly) 11:30 a.m. to Noon
Bereavement 2nd & 4th Tuesday 2:30-3:30 p.m. N.C.
Choir 12:45-2:00 p.m. N.C.
Bridge*** 12:15-4 p.m.
Yoga Gentle Flow** 1:00-2:00 p.m. Session Fee
Guitar Jams 12:45-2:45 p.m. N.C.
Tone Chimes 2:00-3:00 p.m. N.C.
Square Dance $3 Afternoon 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Yoga Stretch Intermed. 1:00-2:00 p.m. Session Fee**
Stepping On* 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Cardio Strength $5 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Game Night*** 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Drop in Bridge *** 12:15-4 p.m.
Project Craft, $2 2nd/4th Wed, 6-8 p.m. Singles Supper Club 2nd/4th Wed., times vary
SPECIAL EVENTS Fitness & Healh Week Fruitcake Toss Celebration (new) Vesper Hall Monthly Birthday Celebration Elvis’ Birthday Celebration Winter Health Fair/Free Breakfast Valentine Luncheon Blue Springs Art Show St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon
January 11-15 Thursday, Jan. 7 1/29, 2/26, 3/26 Thursday, Jan. 28 Thursday, Feb. 25 Friday, Feb. 12 Sat., Sun., June 4-6 Friday, March 12
Please call Vesper Hall at (816)228-0181 to receive more information and make your reservation during the weekday events. All weekday events will be held during the afternoon.
Call Vesper Hall (816) 228-0181 to pre-register. $1.50 per class unless otherwise noted. Event registrations taken 2 weeks in advance. New visitors are encouraged to call ahead.
Healthy lunch 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Donation/Fee Monthly Birthday Celebration 11:30 a.m. Last Friday Monthly
Blood Pressure Checks Glucose Checks N.C. Diabetic Foot Screening 1st Thursday Monthly 11 a.m. to Noon
Bridge*** 12:15-4 p.m.
Healthy lunch 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. donation/fee
Classic Country Music Band 12:45-2:45 p.m. N.C.
Alzheimer Support N.C. Group 2:30-4:00 p.m. 2nd Thursday monthly
Yoga Gentle Flow** 1:00-2:00 p.m. Session Fee
Poker*** 12:30-3 p.m.
Sew Fantastic! 1-4 p.m. Not on 2nd Thurs Louisiana Canasta *** 12:15-4:00 p.m. Square Dance Afternoon 12:30-2:30 p.m. $3 Yoga Stretch/Intermed. 1:00-2:00 p.m. Session Fee** AARP Driving Course** 1-5 p.m. Aging Mastery NC 6-7:30 p.m.
Line Dance Party $5 6:30-9:30 p.m. Square Dance Party 2nd Friday - September-May 7:30-10:00 p.m. $6 at the door
Sunday
Tea Dance $6 2nd Sundays 2-4:00 p.m.
* N.C. - No Charge * *Classes require pre-registration. ***Card/Game players should arrive 15 minutes earlier than the scheduled time. Schedule subject to change due to special events.
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LET’S MOVE! SATURDAYS 2021 WINTER SCHEDULE January 2 4:30 - 6:30p
Rink Ratz 513 SW Keystone Drive Open Roller Skating
January 23 12n - 1p
GAGE Center 1101 NW Jefferson Street Bump City (On-line waiver)* 50 people max at one time
January 23 Burr Oak Woods CNC 1:30 - 3p 1401 NW Park Road Mammal Mania! Mammal facts, crafts, and hike as weather allows. All ages Register up to one month in advance: www.mdc.mo.gov/burroakwoods February 20 Burr Oak Woods CNC 1 - 3p 1401 NW Park Road Maple Sugaring 3 Rotations: How to tap trees, Tasty Treats, Sap flow science. All ages Register up to one month in advance: www.mdc.mo.gov/burroakwoods February 27 12n - 1p
GAGE Center 1101 NW Jefferson Street Bump City (On-line waiver)* 50 people max at one time
February 27 4:30 - 6:30p March 20 10a - 12n
Rink Ratz 513 SW Keystone Drive Open Roller Skating BikeWalk KC Keystone Park 2214 SW Keystone Drive Bike Lessons, 25 people capacity Ages 8+, Sanitized bikes and helmets to borrow for the day. Pre-register online by March 18: https://bit.ly/lms320
March 27 Burr Oak Woods CNC 1 - 3p 1401 NW Park Road The Butterfly Olympics Butterfly obstacle course (indoors), facts, crafts, seed and plant give-aways. All ages Register up to one month in advance: www.mdc.mo.gov/burroakwoods March 27 Rink Ratz 4:30 - 6:30p 513 SW Keystone Drive Open Roller Skating April 3 12n - 1p
GAGE Center 1101 NW Jefferson Street Bouncing with the Easter Bunny Bump City (On-line waiver)* 50 people max at one time
April 3 Rink Ratz 4:30 - 6:30p 513 SW Keystone Drive Open Roller Skating April 17 10a - 12n
Burr Oak Woods CNC 1401 NW Park Road Birds and Blooms. Beginner birding, crafts, wildflower walks. All ages Register up to one month in advance: www.mdc.mo.gov/burroakwoods
April 24 10a - 12n
BikeWalk KC Keystone Park 2214 SW Keystone Drive Bike Lessons, 25 people capacity Ages 8+, Sanitized bikes and helmets to borrow for the day. Pre-register online by April 22: https://bit.ly/lms424
*GAGE CENTER - PLEASE SIGN OUR NEW ON-LINE WAIVER (ONCE AND DONE)
THANK YOU TO ALL PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES! WWW. BLUESPRINGSGOV.COM/LMS
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ADAMS POINTE GOLF CLUB
1601 NE R. D. Mize Road 816-220-3673 www.adamspointegolfclub.com
2021 DAILY RATES
ANNUAL PASSES CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP $2,450
-Unlimited Golf and Golf Car -GPS Hole Sponsorship for $500 (savings of $250) -Additional Employees can be added for $1,200
GRAND SLAM $2,450
-Unlimited Golf & Golf Car -Guest Fee Discount of $5
SILVER SLAM $1,900/JUNIORS $499
-Unlimited Golf (Monday-Friday, Saturday & Sunday after 2 p.m.) -Unlimited Golf Car -$40 Rate before 2 p.m. on weekends or before 12 p.m. on Holidays - Guest Fee Discount $5 (Except Junior/Senior rates) *Play is restricted until after 12 p.m. on Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day
TWILIGHT SLAM $1,250
-Unlimited Golf any Day after 1p.m. -Unlimited Golf Car - Guest Fee Discount $5 (Except Junior/Senior rates) *Play is restricted until after 1 p.m. on Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day
POINTE PASS $450
- Play any Day Before 12 p.m. for $30 or after 12 p.m. for $17 - Guest Fee Discount $5 (Except Junior/Senior rates)
Monday-Thursday Walk/Ride Open - 2 p.m. $33/$46 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. $27/$40 After 5 p.m. $26/$33 Friday Open - 2 p.m. $36/$50 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. $27/$40 After 5 p.m. $26/$33 Saturday-Sunday Open - 11 a.m. $43/$56 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $37/$50 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. $33/$40 After 5 p.m. $26/$33 SENIOR RATE (55 AND OLDER) Monday-Friday $28/$41
ALL RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Chosen as a 2020 Wedding Wire Couple’s Choice Award Winner, our window encompassed space offers great views of the course and accommodates up to 150 people. To inquire about pricing visit us at adamspointegolfclub.com or our page on weddingwire.com.
JUNIOR RATE (21 & YOUNGER) Monday-Friday $21/$31 9 HOLE RATE Monday-Sunday $21/$28 WINTER RATES: (NOV-MARCH) Monday-Friday Open to 1 p.m. $31/$44 1 p.m. - Close $31/$38 Saturday-Sunday Open to 1 p.m. $39/$52 1 p.m. to Close $31/$38
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BSSD AQUATIC CENTERS Blue Springs Aquatic Center (2401 NW Ashton Drive): 816-228-0188 Blue Springs South Aquatic Center (1300 SE Adams Dairy PKWY): 816-874-3890
MANAGED BY BLUE SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
Due to Covid-19 and Jackson County Guidelines we will be able to open our doors with some restrictions in place. We will still practice social distancing, will require you to sign in and out every time you visit our facilities, and we will be disinfecting every time a new wave of people come in. We will also be limiting our water aerobic classes to 18 participants per class. Lap swimming will be limited to 12 swimmers per hour. A new procedure will be that each person wanting to attend water aerobics or lap swim will be required to call ahead and reserve a spot. If you are wanting to attend multiple classes be sure to sign up for each class. We will start taking reservations every Thursday.
BLUE SPRINGS SCHEDULE (THE BLUE)
Lap Swim: Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Swimnastics: Monday - Thursday, 7:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Saturday, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH SCHEDULE
Lap Swim: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Warm Pool Lap Swim: Monday - Wednesday, Friday 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Swimnastics (lap pool): Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Pilates: Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Aqua Motion: Monday - Friday, 9:10 a.m. - 10:10 a.m. Arthritis: Monday - Friday, 10:20 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
BSSD AQUATIC SCHEDULE WINTER/SPRING:
Schedule will begin Wednesday, Jan 6, 2021 Swim Lessons: Session 1: Monday & Wednesday, January 11 - February 3 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at South Aquatics Center Session 2: Monday & Wednesday, February 8 - March 3 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at South Aquatics Center Session 3: Monday & Wednesday, April 5 - April 28 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at South Aquatics Center Conditioning: Monday & Wednesday, 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. ( this replaces Flipper, Seal, Sailfish and Barracuda) at BSHS Aquatic Center 4 week sessions starting January 11, 2021
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Water Aerobics: RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Monday & Wednesday, 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday, 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Saturday, 11:15 - 12:15 p.m. Lap Swim: RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Monday - Friday, 6:30 - 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 - 1:00 p.m. AND Monday - Thursday, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (1 lane) High School Instruction Classes: Monday - Friday, 8:15 - 11:00 a.m., 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. High School Swimming: Monday & Friday, 5:00 - 6:30 a.m. Monday - Friday, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Dolphin Club Swimming: Monday - Friday, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Pool Rentals (private parties): Saturday, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. & Sunday, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. Reservations are required. DATES WE WILL BE CLOSED: Anytime there is a snow day for BSSD School District, the aquatic center is not open Jan 18th, evening activities only. No daytime activities or lap swim February 15, evening activities only. No daytime activities or lap swim March 13-21, closed for Spring Break April 2-4, for Easter May 31, for Memorial Day
ALL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
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