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• Discover Art

  • Start
    05 Mar 2020
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  • End
    08 Apr 2025
  • Schedule
    39 sessions
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  Discover Art!
  

  In March, Discover Art will visit a hidden gem of an art gallery in downtown Indianapolis.  The owner, Bill Kessler, will give us a tour of both the historic building and his lovely collection of statuary and paintings.  The building itself is recognized by Historic Preservation of Indianapolis as the oldest surviving commercial structure in the city of Indianapolis dating back to its original construction in the 1830's. It was renovated in 2014, bringing every inch of the building back to life so that it can now house a beautiful collection of artwork.

   

  What: Tour of Gallery 42

  When: Tuesday, March 11 Lunch at 11:30; Gallery tour at 1 pm.

  Where: P F Changs, 49 West Maryland St. Indianapolis

      Gallery 42, 42 East Washington St., Indianapolis

  RSVP: Bonnie Pribush.

  Discover Art returns to the Indianapolis Museum of Art in April.  Many of the galleries at IMA have been reorganized, most recently the Japanese and Korean gallery.  On Tuesday, April 8, we will enjoy a docent guided tour of this exhibit.

  What: Tour of IMA’s Japanese and Korean gallery

  When:  Tuesday, April 8  Lunch in the caffe at noon; Tour at 1 pm

  Where: Newfields, 4000 Michigan Road

  RSVP: Bonnie Pribush, Please note: due to a change in policy I must pay our admission in advance.  If you cancel within 48 hours of the event, I must ask that you reimburse me for your admission.

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• Italian Conversation

  • Start
    09 Mar 2020
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  • End
    22 Apr 2025
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  • Schedule
    59 sessions
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  Italian Conversation 
  

  This group is for anyone interested in listening, speaking and improving Italian language. All skill levels are welcome, but beginner participants need to know basic grammar and speak and understand simple sentences.

  What: It’s a time to gather with other women to practice Italian and discuss various topics while having fun and without stress. We usually decide the theme of the discussion together.

  When:   March 25th and April 22th

  Where: In a coffeeshop, library, restaurant, or hosted by the group leader or one of the group members. The location will be announced in the "Weekly Update" email, on Friday of the week before the meeting.

  RSVP to Group Leader: Federica (Fedy) Abate

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Daytime Movie group

  • Start
    18 Mar 2020
  • End
    09 Apr 2025
  • Schedule
    36 sessions
  • Location
    Keystone Art Cinema, 8702 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis

  Join our IWI at the Movies Group each month to enjoy a movie with other cinema buffs. We’ll be enjoying foreign films, independents, and a few main steam movies that look like fun.
  
  What: IWI at the Movies Group
  When: Second Wednesday of each month in the early afternoon - time depends on the movie selected. An email will be sent to those who are interested a week prior with the movie selection.
  Where: Landmark Keystone Arts at the Fashion Mall
  RSVP to Elisa Deer or Geertje Hill  RSVP is not required but it would be nice to know how many to expect.

  Group Leaders: Elisa Deer, Geertje Hill

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Explore

  • Start
    22 Apr 2020
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  • End
    29 Apr 2025
  • Schedule
    22 sessions
  • Location
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  What: Tour the Benton House
  

  When: Thursday, March 27, 2025, 10:30 am

  Where: 312 S. Downey Ave, Indianapolis

  RSVP: March 21, 2025 to Candice 

  The Benton House is a gorgeously designed home built in the 1870’s in the historic

  Irvington area east of downtown Indianapolis. It has been restored in the style of the

  period when Dr Benton and his wife lived there for nearly 30 years. The house is now

  owned by the Irvington Historic Landmarks Foundation as a meeting place for area

  clubs and can be used for private parties, weddings, and events. Their gardens are

  unique for their display of pre-1900 heirloom plants. If we are lucky, we may get to see

  flowers, including daffodils, tulips and other spring blooms. We recommend that each

  person donate $10 to this historic foundation for the tour. More details regarding lunch

  afterwards will be provided in the weekly update.

  What: Tour the Scottish Rite Cathedral

  When: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 10:30 am

  Where: 650 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis

  RSVP: April 24 th , 2025 to Jeanne 

  The Scottish Rite Cathedral in downtown Indianapolis is the historic home for the Scottish Rite Masons where they hold their ceremonies and events. It is also a popular

  meeting location for activities, and IWI has hosted galas in their beautiful ballroom in

  previous years. It is often the location for the increasingly popular Candlelight Concerts,

  and well as other musical events. The Scottish Rite became especially popular after

  Taylor Swift filmed a music video inside. The cost for the tour is $10 per person and will

  be collected at the door (cash only, please). More details regarding lunch afterwards will

  be provided in the weekly update.

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• Exploring Religion & Mysticism

  • Start
    08 Jul 2021
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  • End
    10 Apr 2025
  • Schedule
    43 sessions
  • Location
    St. Luke's United Methodist Church or Zoom

  Religious – Mysticism
  

  Please join us in March for a very interesting and informative presentation on the Buddhist faith by a convert to Buddhism, Renea Lanter, who  joined the faith in 2005, after meeting her teacher, the later Geshe Jinpa Sonam of the Drepung Gomang Monastery. Renea writes,

  "Buddhism is an ancient tradition that has had a profound impact on our world. This talk will provide a cursory overview of its history and teachings, beginning with the historical Buddha, his fundamental message, and makes one a Buddhist. It will also cover how Buddhism spread throughout Asia and then to the rest of the globe. Finally, we will explore some of the various schools and traditions of Buddhism that continue up to the present day. Whether you know very little about Buddhism, or you have some background, it promises to be an interesting discussion."

  What: "A Brief Introduction to Buddhism" by Renea Lanter, Vice-President of the Indiana Buddhist Center Board of Directors.

  When: Thursday, March 13th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

  Where: On Zoom and in person in the Community Room of St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 101 W. 86th Street, Indianapolis. Please enter door 6 and turn right. The Community Room will be on your left, across from the church office. Please feel free to bring your own beverage.

  RSVP: Mary Ann Fadae or Janet Tiebert 

  
  

  In April, please join us for another stimulating presentation by one of our popular and civic-minded speakers, Don Knebel, as he discusses being ethical without being a believer.

  What: "Being Good Without God" by Don Knebel.

  When: Thursday, April 10th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

  Where:  On Zoom and in person in the Community Room of St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 101 W. 86th Street, Indianapolis. Please enter door 6 and turn right. The Community Room will be on your left, across from the church office. Please feel free to bring your own beverage.

  RSVP:  Mary Ann Fadae  or Janet Tiebert .

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Needle Arts group

  • Start
    09 Jul 2021
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  • End
    14 Apr 2025
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  • Schedule
    28 sessions
  • Location
    Please see description

  Needle Arts Group 
  

  All types of needle/yarn/fiber arts, styles and techniques are welcome.   Topics are published in monthly email to members of the group together with location for each meeting.

  What: For the month of April, Dodie Stein who has graciously offered to host and show the needlepoint art of her Aunt's. Basis her availability and i checked with a couple of our members and have agreed on 14th April.

   

  • What: Needlework Arts
  • When: Monday, April 14th 11:00am - 1:00pm 
  • Where: Home of Dodie Stein
  • RSVP:  Merci Raju

   
  

  Group Leader: Mercilin Raju

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• French Language Improvement

  • Start
    12 Jul 2021
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  • End
    28 Apr 2025
  • Schedule
    85 sessions
  • Location
    Zoom

  Improvement Group welcomes members with some knowledge of French who want to improve their comprehension, grammar, and speaking skills in a relaxed, friendly environment. Led by Jeannine Peerless, our group explores a wide range of engaging topics, from travel and history to current affairs, notable Francophone figures, and even French cuisine. Each meeting offers a chance to dive into fascinating material while practicing your French in a supportive setting. We meet on Zoom on the 2nd and 4th Mondays at 11.45 AM.

  In November 2024, we embarked on a new adventure, reading and discussing Georges Simenon’s gripping novel 'Un crime en Hollande'. Known for its atmospheric storytelling, the book introduces rich and unique vocabulary that will broaden your linguistic skills and stimulate lively discussion and interactive participation. This is the second Simenon novel that our group is reading.

  Curious about joining and taking the next step in your French journey while connecting with like-minded enthusiasts? Contact Jeannine Peerless or Tishina Subrahmanyam for more information—we’d love to welcome you!

  When: Monday, March 10th at 11.45 AM

  Monday, March 24th at 11.45 AM

  Monday, April 14th at 11.45 AM

  Monday, April 28th at 11.45 AM

  Where: On Zoom

  RSVP to Group Leaders: Jeannine Peerless

                                             Tishina Subrahmanyam

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Euchre group

  • Start
    26 Jul 2021
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  • End
    28 Apr 2025
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  • Schedule
    66 sessions
  • Location
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  hEuchre is a fun card game. All players welcomed, even novice.  We have two groups: Daytime and Evening

  What: Daytime Euchre

  When: March 10  and April 14 at 12:45  to 2:45 pm

  Where: Carmel Clay Main Public Library.  425 E. Main Street Carmel 

  RSVP: Gloria Kellogg

  
  

  What: Evening Euchre

  When: March 31 and April 28 from 6:45-9:30 P.M.

  Where: TBD (hostesses needed)

  RSVP: Gloria Kellog

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Writing Group

  • Start
    29 Jul 2021
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  • End
    24 Apr 2025
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  • Schedule
    42 sessions
  • Location
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  What: This group offers an encouraging and supportive environment for a community of writers.  Members write in all genres and all skill levels are welcome. Optional prompts are sent in advance. Please ask to be added to the email list.
  

   

  When: Thursday, March  27  and Thursday, April 24 at 12:00 pm  

  Where: SullivanMunce Cultural Center, 225 W Hawthorne Street, Zionsville, 46077

  RSVP to Group Leader Rosaleen Crowley  (if you want to visit without rsvp, please do).  Rsvps help with seating arrangement.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Great Books Discussion

  • Start
    17 Aug 2021
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  • End
    15 Apr 2025
  • Schedule
    44 sessions
  • Location
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  This group meets to talk about books of contemporary interest. Our members bring widely different backgrounds and varied perspectives to the discussions, and we come away with a deepened understanding of the issues. Our discussions are always spirited and interesting. We usually meet on the third Tuesday of the month. What: Discussion of “The Women” by Kristin Hannah Discussion leader Susan Stratigos-Scanlon When: Tuesday March 18, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. Where: Jeanne Lugo’s home RSVP: Jeanne Lugo  What: Discussion of “Of Time and Turtles” by Sy Montgomery Discussion leader Sally Endo When: Tuesday April 15, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. Where: Bonnie Pribush’s home RSVP: Bonnie Pribush  Group leaders: Sally Endo Debbie Paulin

  
  

  
  

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• French Conversation

  • Start
    07 Sep 2021
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  • End
    21 Apr 2025
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  • Schedule
    49 sessions
  • Location
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  Please contact the group leader if you are interested. We would love to have you join us. No worries is your French is very "rusty". We "offically" go from 1:30-3:00 but you are welcome to arrive as early as 1:00 for additional conversation time.

  What: Practice Speaking French 

  Focus is on French for basic social conversations and for traveling.

  When:  First and third Monday of each month, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. *You are welcome to arrive as early as 1:00 pm for additional conversation time.

  Where: Home of Kathleen Lattimer, 

  Group Leader: Kathleen Lattimer

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• Garden Group

  • Start
    10 Sep 2021
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  • End
    11 Apr 2025
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  • Schedule
    17 sessions
  • Location
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  Let's go to the Art in Bloom event at Newfields, where nature and art collide!  Featuring 55 designer flower arrangements, five new garden experiences to view, and various demonstrations.   We will be able to visit the Art in Bloom marketplace, get lunch at the food truck and sip some garden cocktails.

  What: Art in Bloom

  When: Friday, March  21st, 11am-2pm

  Where: Newfields, 4000 Michigan Road, Indianapolis, IN 46208

  RSVP to Group Leader: Kate Price 

  
  

  
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• English Conversation

  • Start
    14 Sep 2021
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  • End
    21 Apr 2025
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  • Schedule
    68 sessions
  • Location
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  Please let us know if you are attending. Please invite others, and children welcomed (No child care available). This is a very social group with various topics of conversation with the second monthly meeting focusing on current events. Discussions are lively. 

  
  

  What: English Conversation Group

  When: March 3 and 17 from 10 to 12 PM 

  When: April 7 and 21 from 10 to 12 pm

  Where: Carmel Clay Main Public Library - 425 E. Main Street, Carmel 46032

  RSVP: Gloria Kellogg

  
  

  
  

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• Discover Ethnic Restaurants

  • Start
    22 Sep 2021
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  • End
    23 Apr 2025
  • Schedule
    19 sessions
  • Location
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  Discover Ethnic Restaurants

  The Discover Ethnic Restaurants Lunch NOW meets MONTHLY!!  to try diverse types of foods around Indianapolis surrounding areas PLUS incredible connections and great conversation!!  We will try to meet in different areas so not the same people are driving far/close. 

  MARCH:

  What:  Discover Ethnic Restaurants Lunch 

  When: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 12:00pm 

  Where:  TBD  (possibly Japanese) 

   

  APRIL

  What:  Discover Ethnic Restaurants Lunch 

  When: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 12:00pm 

  Where:  TBD  (possibly German downtown, for members that work/live near downtown) 

  More details will be emailed closer to the events. If you wish for more information about the Discover Ethnic Restaurants lunch group or to be added to the e-mail contact list, please contact Rachel Orr

  Leader: Rachel Orr

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Travel Group

  • Start
    23 Sep 2021
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  • End
    25 Apr 2025
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  • Schedule
    22 sessions
  • Location
    Zoom

  What- China: Ling’s visit back home- Last October, under perfect autumn skies, IWI member Xiaoling Xuei traveled to parts of the stunning province of Yunnan in the southwest and explored places of historic Shanxi province in central China. In this presentation, she will take you along for the ride—sharing captivating scenes from the road, fascinating cultural insights, and a bit of history to bring these places to life. She will also sprinkle in some travel tips from a foreign traveler’s perspective. Get ready for an adventure full of stunning sights, unique experiences, and stories that will transport you across China!
  

  When- Tuesday, April 25th from 10 AM to 12 Noon

  Where- On Zoom, from the comfort of your home

  Register in advance for the meeting here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the Zoom link for the meeting.

   Tishina Subrahmanyam (Travel Forum Group Leader)

  Register in advance for this meeting with Tishina Subrahmanyam

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Spanish Conversation

  • Start
    24 Sep 2021
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  • End
    25 Apr 2025
  • Schedule
    34 sessions
  • Location
    See Event Description

  This group welcomes anyone who wishes to converse in Spanish. Every month, we choose a different theme for a lively discussion.  Since we do not speak English in this group, a fair degree of fluency in Spanish is desirable.

  
  

  What: Spanish Conversation

  When: March 28th and April 25th at 10:00 am

  Where: Carmel Public Library

  RSVP to: Sheila Ramirez

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Connect!

  • Start
    24 Sep 2021
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  • End
    16 May 2025
  • Schedule
    26 sessions
  • Location
    See description

  
  

  What:  To be announced
  

  When:  Friday, May 16th (11:30am)

  Where:  To be announced

  What to Bring:  To be announced

  RSVP:  To Vicki Douar 

  
  

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• German Conversation

  • Start
    10 Jan 2024
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  • End
    30 Apr 2025
  • Schedule
    66 sessions
  • Location
    See Description

  If you are a German speaker or would like to practice and improve your German conversational skills, please join us.  Our group meets weekly at 10 am on Wednesdays. 

  What:  German Conversation

  When: 10 am   Every Wednesday

  If you are interested in attending, please contact Nora Moreira
  

  
  

  
  

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• cooking Demonstration

  • Start
    11 Jan 2024
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  • End
    03 Apr 2025
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  • Schedule
    14 sessions
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  The Cooking Demonstration Group meets monthly to help prepare, cook, and enjoy a variety of incredibly delicious cuisines and great conversation!!  Members take turns "demonstrating" their native or favorite dishes in their homes.  March : What: Valentine's Day Theme ; Hosted by Teri Uhrig  When: Friday March 7th , from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Where: Teri Uhrig Residence  April: What: Spanish Cuisine ; Hosted by Maria Reme Guitart When: Thursday, April 3rd,  from 9:30am- 1:00 p.m. Where: Maria Reme Guitart Residence  More details will be emailed closer to the events. If you wish for more information about the Cooking Demonstration group or to be added to the e-mail contact list, please contact Rachel Lynn, and Thuy Schelkopf, Co-leaders: Thúy Schelkopf and Rachel Lynn

  
  

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• Line Dancing Group

  • Start
    09 Sep 2024
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  • End
    28 Apr 2025
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  • Schedule
    16 sessions
  • Location
    Please see description

  Line Dancing Group

  Join Our New Line Dancing Interest Group!

  What is Line Dancing?

  Line dancing is a choreographed dance with a repeated sequence of steps where people dance in one or more lines or rows, all facing the same direction and executing the steps at the same time. It's a great way to enjoy music, get some exercise, and socialize with others.

  Why Join Our Line Dancing Group?

  Fun and Fitness: Line dancing is a fantastic way to stay active and healthy while having a blast.

  All Levels Welcome: Our group is open to everyone, regardless of experience.

  Socialize and Make Friends: Meet new people and build friendships in a fun and relaxed environment.

  When: The second and fourth Monday of the month at 3 p.m. 
  

  Where:  Primelife Enrichment
  

  Contact Becky Henn with any questions a We cannot wait to see you there and start dancing together!

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• IWI Girls' Night

  • When
    22 Apr 2025
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    6:30 PM
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  This group is for anyone busy during the daytime and interested in gatherings held in the evening.

  What: It’s a time to gather with other women to enjoy excellent food and some fun together in total harmony and relaxation.

  When: April 22, 2025, from 6:30 P.M. on.

  Where: In restaurants, venues or possibly at a group leader or member’s home. The location will be announced through the Girls Night’s email list and in the Weekly Update the week before the meeting.

  Group Leaders: Vicki Douar,  Federica Abate  PLEASE RSVP to Federica (Fedy) if you are interested and if you would like to join our email list for up-to-date information.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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