{"id":17215,"date":"2015-09-25T08:15:27","date_gmt":"2015-09-25T12:15:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/kennetttimes.com\/?p=17215"},"modified":"2015-09-25T08:14:32","modified_gmt":"2015-09-25T12:14:32","slug":"what-to-do-kick-off-autumn-at-fall-fest-in-downingtown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kennetttimes.com\/?p=17215","title":{"rendered":"What To Do: Kick off Autumn at Fall Fest in Downingtown"},"content":{"rendered":"

First weekend of Fall overs a myriad of events<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

By Denny Dyroff<\/span>,<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Staff Writer, The Times<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\"down-fall-fest\"<\/a>Things will be lively in Downingtown on September 27 when the Victory Brewing Company, the Downingtown-Thorndale Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Borough of Downingtown team up to present the Ninth Annual Downingtown Fall Fest (East Lancaster Avenue between Wallace Avenue and Green Street, Downingtown, 610-514-7000, http:\/\/downingtownfallfest.com<\/span><\/a>). The all-ages event that is free and open to the public.<\/span><\/p>\n

The popular street festival, which runs from noon-4 p.m. and will be held rain or shine, will feature\u00a0live music,\u00a0a wide assortment of vendors, a BMX aerial show\u00a0and the Victory Beer Garden.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Victory Beer Garden featuring the Brewpub on Wheels will be located in the parking lot next to Minquas Fire Department. There is no cost to enter the beer garden. Food and beer will be available for purchase the beer garden. Children are permitted inside the fenced area but must be supervised by an adult at all times.<\/span><\/p>\n

Live entertainment will be provided by the Downingtown School of Rock House Band and the Punk Junkies. Additionally, there will be BMX Bike shows 12:30 and 2:30 p.m.<\/span><\/p>\n

The roster of food and beverage providers includes Amani\u2019s, PJ Whelihan\u2019s Pub, Lione\u2019s Pizza, All About Jerky, Victory Brewing Company, Bakers of Buffington, Stella Jeanne\u2019s Festival Foods, LJs Burger Shack, Mid-Atlantic Food Service, Crossan Concessions, Dia Doce,\u00a0Anthony\u2019s Coal Fired Pizza, St. Anthony\u2019s Italian Restaurant, Kimberton Whole Foods, \u00a0Downingtown Country Club and J-Dogs Catering.<\/span><\/p>\n

The list also includes Thai Master Grill, Shrimpman, Nooner\u2019s Wood Fired Pizza, The Whirly Pig, Gigi\u2019s Caribbean American Soul Food, GP Concessions, Heart Food Truck, Margo\u2019s Ice Cream, Swiss Farms, Righteous Felon Jerky Cartel, Dos Hermanos Tacos, Big Poppy Kettle Corn, Mompops and Southbound BBQ Company.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, more than 120 vendor and display booths will be set up at the festival covering a wide range of interests.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"brandywine<\/a>

If it’s fall, it must be time for the annual Fall Harvest Market at Brandywine River Museum, which runs through Nov. 8.<\/p><\/div>\n

Autumn has arrived and that means it\u2019s time once again for a special fall event at the Brandywine River Museum (Route 1, Chadds Ford, 610-388-2700, www.brandywinemuseum.org<\/span><\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n

The museum\u2019s Fall Harvest Market, which is running now through November 8 on most weekends, features regional artisans who will be showcasing their crafts in the museum courtyard. Items featured on a rotating basis will include hand-woven rugs, dried flowers and wreaths, pottery, quilted fabric items, and handcrafted dolls.<\/span><\/p>\n

Featured attractions on the weekend of September 26 and 27 will be quilted items by members of the Brandywine Quilters, jewelry by Shirley St. Jean-Davis, a booth featuring Chester County Guild of Craftsman, woolen items by\u00a0Pam Horstmann and handmade soap\u00a0by Jean Innocenti.<\/span><\/p>\n

Entrance to the Fall Harvest Market is included with museum admission.<\/span><\/p>\n

September 26 will also be \u201cMuseum Day Live!\u201d at the Brandywine River Museum. Visitors can enjoy free admission for two to the Museum with a printed \u201cMuseum Day Live!\u201d ticket. To obtain a ticket, visit\u00a0Museum Day Live!<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

\"dressage\"<\/a>The annual Dressage at Devon (Devon Horse Show grounds, Lancaster Avenue, Devon, 484-358-5510, http:\/\/dressageatdevon.org<\/span><\/a>), which is recognized as one of America\u2019s premier equestrian events, began in the early 1970s as a small dressage event at a farm in Glen Mills.<\/span><\/p>\n

In 1975, it moved to its current home at the Devon Horse Show grounds and officially became known as Dressage at Devon. It combines world class dressage competition and the world\u2019s largest open breed show. The six-day event attracts hundreds of horses from around the world and thousands of spectators.<\/span><\/p>\n

This year, the event, which also includes the\u00a0Fall Festival at Dressage at Devon, will open on September 29 at the facility on Lancaster Avenue in Devon and continue through October 4. The competition featuring world-class horses will take place in a variety of divisions and classes, including a full range of Individual Breed classes.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a special attraction this year, Dressage at Devon is presenting performances by the extraordinary Tempel Lipizzan stallions in celebration of the event\u2019s 40th anniversary.<\/span><\/p>\n

Developed during the late Renaissance, these horses represent more than 400 years of select breeding, culminating in beauty and intelligence. These magnificent horses execute gravity-defying movements with precision and strength. The Lipizzans will perform October 2-4 during show breaks.<\/span><\/p>\n

The annual event is a family-friendly festival that offers much more than just equestrian competitions. The Fall Festival features a large selection of vendors and an equally large number of specialty boutiques where visitors can shop for arts and crafts, clothing, horse-related items and gourmet food. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children (ages 3-12).<\/span><\/p>\n

\"hispanic-fest-kennett\"<\/a>

The annual \u00a1Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving! is in Kennett Square, Saturday.<\/p><\/div>\n

On September 26, the fifth\u00a0annual \u00a1Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving! Community celebration will be held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Anson B. Nixon Park (North Walnut Road, Kennett Square, www.lacomunidadhispana.org<\/span><\/a>.)<\/span><\/p>\n

This special day celebrates wellness in the community with sports clinics, healthy snacks, live music, fitness activities, health screenings, free flu shots and raffles. The event, which is expected to draw 2,000 people to the park, is free and open to the public. It will be held rain or shine.<\/span><\/p>\n

Demonstrations and attractions will include Zumba, salsa dance lessons, tennis, volleyball, soccer, and a health walk challenge sponsored by Christiana Care Health System. Children\u2019s activities include YMCA inflatables, pony rides, crafts, and face painting. Live entertainment will be provided by Ballet Folklorico Yaretzi and local band Still Life.<\/span><\/p>\n

This weekend, there will be special events at three Montgomery County historical sites — Pennypacker Mills (5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, 610-489-9732, www.friendsppm.org<\/span><\/a>), Green Lane Park (2144 Snyder Road, Green Lane, 215-234-4528) and Norristown Farm Park (West Germantown Pike and Barley Sheaf Drive, 2500 Upper Farm Road, Norristown, 610-270-0215).<\/span><\/p>\n

On September 26 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Green Lane Park will host the Fifth Annual Upper Perkiomen Bird & Wildlife Festival. The event focuses on nature education, live entertainment and a variety of family fun.<\/span><\/p>\n

There will be a feature presentation by the Lehigh Valley Zoo, which will be bringing an array of live animals. There will also be food and craft vendors will be on hand and plenty of activities for the kids.<\/span><\/p>\n

The festival, which will be held in and around the Amphitheater, is free.<\/span><\/p>\n

On September 27 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Norristown Farm Park will present Native American Day.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lee Hallman, president of the Indian Artifact Collectors Association of the<\/span><\/p>\n

Northeast, will display many artifacts. Visitors are invited to bring their own artifacts for free appraisals.<\/span><\/p>\n

Other presenters will be featuring demonstrations and displays of Lenape culture — including flint knapping, jewelry, clothing, tools, and foods. Come and talk to these knowledgeable people.<\/span><\/p>\n

The free event will also feature children\u2019s games and crafts. The activities will take place at the picnic pavilions near Parking Lot 3.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also on September 27, Pennypacker Mills will host a \u201cVictorian Tea\u201d from 2-5 p.m. The theme of the tea will be \u201cP.T. Barnum: The Master Showman.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Barnum, a brilliant and shameless promoter, gave the public of the 19th century shameless hucksterism and everything in between — including \u201cThe Greatest Show on Earth!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Tea, sandwiches and desserts will be served by living historians at tables on the site\u2019s wrap-round porch. Admission to the all-ages event is $40.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"walker<\/a>

No, it’s not the Pennsylvania state legislature out for a stroll (although it is understandable confusion), it’s Walker Stalker Con, coming to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center this weekend.<\/p><\/div>\n

While Roman Catholics and fans of Pope Francis will be making a pilgrimage to Philadelphia this weekend, zombies and fans of the Walker Stalkers Podcast and the TV show \u201cWalking Dead\u201d will be making a pilgrimage of their own to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center (100 Station Avenue, Oaks,<\/span> 484-754-EXPO, http:\/\/www.phillyexpocenter.com<\/span><\/a>.)<\/span><\/p>\n

On September 26 and 27, the Expo Center is hosting Walker Stalker Con.<\/span><\/p>\n

Walker Stalker Con is a byproduct of \u201cThe Walker Stalkers Podcast with James & Eric.\u201d The podcast began with a trip to Senoia, Georgia where James and Eric were able to view the set of \u201cThe Walking Dead\u201d and meet the incredible actors from the show.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a result of this experience, a podcast began and then the idea of a convention focused around recreating that same experience with the cast and crew of the show, along with talented actors and artists from other zombie shows, movies and art.<\/span><\/p>\n

Walker Stalker Con is not just a convention. It is a fan meet-up and an opportunity for each guest to come away feeling like they\u2019ve had an amazing experience and became part of a greater community of zombie lovers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some of the special guests will be Tyler James Williams (Noah, \u201cThe Walking Dead\u201d), Giancarlo Esposito (Gus, \u201cBreaking Bad\u201d), Emily Kinney (Beth, \u201cThe Walking Dead\u201d), Saxon Sharbino (Kendra, \u201cPoltergeist\u201d), Ming Chen (AMC\u2019s Comic Book Men) and Sonequa Martin-Green (Sasha, \u201cThe Walking Dead\u201d).<\/span><\/p>\n

Special attractions include the Apocalypse Zombie Experience, Emily Kinney in Concert (September 26, 7:30 p.m.) and Sanctuary Short Film Festival (September 27).<\/span><\/p>\n

Video link for Apocalypse Zombie Experience — https:\/\/youtu.be\/1WHUi_8UcW8<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Admission is $55 on September 26, $45 on September 27 and $100 for a two-day pass.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center is hosting two other special events this weekend — the Americana Indian Art & Jewelry Show from September 25-27 and the East Coast Reptile Super Expo on September 26.<\/span><\/p>\n

American Indian art has become a popular motif for home decorating — especially artwork produced in the American Southwest. This weekend, you can find a lot of examples of this art style at the show in Oaks.<\/span><\/p>\n

This show provides visitors with an excellent opportunity to get a look at artifacts and other items related to the history of Native Americans. The show is presented by \u00a0Americana Indian and Western Shows and admission is free.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Americana Indian and Western Gallery had its beginning in 1947 when its founder Lee Anderson attended school on a Navajo reservation and worked after school for his uncle in the trading post. The family collected American Indian art such as Navajo rugs, pottery, baskets, and other Indian and western items.<\/span><\/p>\n

Anderson\u2019s sells Navajo, Hopi, Zuni, and Santo Domingo jewelry, as well as Navajo rugs, Hopi and Zuni kachinas, baskets, pottery, art and collectibles. One of the most respected Native American art dealers in the United States, Americana Indian Shows brings thousands of items direct from the Southwest to the show attendees.<\/span><\/p>\n

Show hours are 11 a.m.-8 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Sunday and admission is free.<\/span><\/p>\n

The other show this weekend at the center in Oaks is definitely a not for anyone suffering from herpetophobia (\u201cthe fear of reptiles\u201d) or ophidiophobia (\u201cthe fear of snakes\u201d).<\/span><\/p>\n

The East Coast Reptile Super Expo, which is always a well-attended event, will run from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. this Saturday. Tickets are $8 with children (under five) admitted free.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you think snakes and lizards are interesting creatures and maybe even fun pets to own, you should check out the show on Saturday. A wide array of reptiles will be on display as part of the popular exhibition.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the show\u2019s main attractions is a sales exhibit area featuring a large number of vendors with live reptiles, amphibians and arachnids as well as food items, supplies, books, cages, and related accessories.<\/span><\/p>\n

The roster of very diverse vendors includes DHA Pythons, Gecko Haven, Skins and Scales,\u00a0Hunger Reptiles, Jungle Emporium,\u00a0RKZ Rodents, Monstar Reptiles,\u00a0Turtle to Turtle,\u00a0Delaware Valley Herpetarium,\u00a0 Blake\u2019s Exotic Reptiles, Dower Reptiles & Rodents, Reptile Kingdom, Serpents Plus, Heath\u2019s Frog Farm, Corralus Creations,\u00a0Rogue Reptiles LLC, Garden State Tortoise LLC, Reptile Addicts, Bob\u2019s Critters, Franken Chams, MCO Reptiles and Fins, Feathers, Paws & Claws.<\/span><\/p>\n

Other featured vendors will be Delaware Turtle,\u00a0Harris in Wonderland, Just Lizards, AZO Reptiles, Rose\u2019s Reptiles, Livecargo Pets & Supplies, Dale\u2019s Bearded Dragons, Jason R Bartolett Captive Bred Reptiles, Fowler Reptiles,\u00a0Dragon Fortress,\u00a0Turtle Towns, Newville Dragons, PM Herps,\u00a0Jay Jacoby Serpent Propagation, Black Jungle Terrarium Supply, VSCV Ventures LLC, Outback Reptiles, Dachiu Dragons,\u00a0Tom Rogan Reptiles,\u00a0Native Exotics, Jon & Wess Reptiles.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Phillies are coming to the end of their dismal season and the Eagles are off to a dismal start of their season.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s a perfect time for collectors of sports memorabilia, trading cards, comic books and action figures to take a break from watching games and head out to a collectors\u2019 event. One of the top annual events — the Philadelphia Baseball Card and Sports Memorabilia Show at the Valley Forge Casino Resort (First Avenue, King of Prussia, 610-524-0822, www.phillyshow.com<\/span><\/a>) — is running now through September 27.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dealers from around the country recognize this show as an event where they can find a market for their highly specialized goods. Similarly, collectors know that if what they\u2019re looking for is out there, it will be there at the Philadelphia show. Collectors also know they will find excellent selections and competitive prices.<\/span><\/p>\n

This weekend\u2019s event, which runs from 3-8 p.m. today, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday, also features former professional sports stars as autograph guests.<\/span><\/p>\n

Admission to the show is $8 per day or $21 for a three-day pass.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some of this weekend\u2019s special guests will be former Philadelphia Phillies players Dick Allen, Mitch Williams and Matt Stairs and former manager Charlie Manuel, along with NFL outcast and former Philadelphia Eagle Terrell Owens.<\/span><\/p>\n

The show will feature more than 250 vendor booths with a huge array of sports memorabilia — ranging from highly collectible items from a century ago to the latest sports card issues featuring today\u2019s stars.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s something good to do on September 25 — have a brew or two and help the zoo. From 5:30-9 p.m., the Brandywine Zoo (1001 North Park Drive, Brandywine Park, Wilmington, Delaware, 302-571-7747, www.brandywinezoo.org<\/span><\/a>) is hosting its annual \u201cBrew at the Zoo.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Visitors to the zoo, which is located in Brandywine Park along the banks of the Brandywine Creek in downtown Wilmington, will be able to enjoy ice cold craft beer and ale from local distributors and chow down on delicious food from local restaurants such as Chelsea Tavern, the Bangkok House and Two Stones Pub. Tickets are $50 at the door with \u201cDesignated Driver\u201d tickets priced at $30.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you like polka music, Polish beer and Eastern European cuisine that features fresh and smoked kielbasa, one of your destinations this weekend should be the St. Hedwig\u2019s Polish Festival (Frawley Stadium parking lot, Wilmington Riverfront, Wilmington, Delaware, 302-594-1400 or www.polishfestival.net<\/span><\/a>) which is running now through September 26.<\/span><\/p>\n

The 59<\/span>th<\/sup><\/span> annual staging of the festival offers a variety of Polish treats including placki (potato pancakes), pierogis (dough filled with cheese and\/or potato, holubki (stuffed cabbage), kielbasa (sausage) and chruschicki (bow cookies).<\/span><\/p>\n

The free festival will feature a full slate of live entertainment featuring Crab Town Sounds on September 25 and the Golden Tones on September 26.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dinner will be served Friday from 5-10 p.m. and Saturday from 3-10 p.m. Additionally, lunch will be served on September 25 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The Midway, which is a large midway with over 20 rides along with a variety of amusement games, will open at 6 p.m. each night.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s time to welcome autumn and one of the best ways to do this is by checking out the corn mazes at Ramsey\u2019s Farm (Ramsey Road, Wilmington, Delaware, 302-477-1499, www.ramseysfarm.com<\/span><\/a>). The farm\u2019s event season lists September 26 as 2015\u2019s \u201cOpening Day.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Corn mazes, along with hayrides, a pumpkin patch and scarecrows, will be featured at Ramsey\u2019s Farm, which is located in northern Delaware on Route 92 just south of the Pennsylvania-Delaware state line. The new season runs on weekends now through November 1.<\/span><\/p>\n

The theme for the Corn Maze at Ramsey\u2019s Farm this year is a trip around the world with sections for North America, Europe, South America, Africa, Australia and Asia. While in the maze, visitors can learn about agriculture, farmers and food around the world. They can find out how new technology and modern farming practices help farmers feed more people every day.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ramsey\u2019s \u201cPumpkin Patch\u201d has been in operation since 1995 and the farm\u2019s varied mazes have been delighting and baffling visitors who return each year for the popular annual event. The owners of Ramsey\u2019s Farm raise pumpkins, gourds, ornamental corn, popcorn, feed corn and hay.<\/span><\/p>\n

The farm\u2019s pumpkin field stretches over 12 acres and yields approximately 20,000 pumpkins each season. Hayrides around the farm will be offered from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. Visitors will be able to shop for pumpkins and other items at the farm store. There will also be hot food and beverages available for purchase.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets are $7 for the corn maze, $4 for the sorghum maze, $3 for the hay maze, $2 for pumpkin painting and $3 for a hayride.<\/span><\/p>\n

This is the time of the year when farms in the area become a bustle activity — a time for harvest. But, it is not harvest matters that are causing a bustle of activity at Cherry Crest Adventure Farm in Ronks (150 Cherry Hill Road, Ronks, 717-687-6843, www.cherrycrestfarm.com<\/span><\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n

The farm\u2019s popular annual \u201cFlashlight Maze\u201d is now underway tonight and will continue every Friday and Saturday night through November. \u00a0Cherry Crest Adventure Farm has reserved several weekends during the autumn months for Flashlight Maze.<\/span><\/p>\n

This special activity allows visitors to experience the Amazing Maize Maze in total darkness. All you need are flashlights and a few friends.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Flashlight Maze is a nice, non-scary, Halloween alternative that has appeal for people of all ages. The Flashlight Maze, which has a $12 admission fee, is open from 6:30-10 p.m. with the last entrance into the Maze at 9 p.m.<\/span><\/p>\n

The main attraction is Cherry Crest\u2019s \u201cAmazing Maize Maze,\u201d which is billed as \u201cthe world\u2019s most dynamic and interactive corn maze.\u201d It is a five-acre corn maze with over two-and-one-half miles of paths, scenic bridges, and clues.<\/span><\/p>\n

Participants can walk at their own pace as they encounter the \u201cKernels of Knowledge\u201d along with a variety of clues, tunnel slides, and watering stations. They can also check out a bird\u2019s eye view from the two bridges and watch everyone\u2019s flags waving high above the corn.<\/span><\/p>\n

The average time to complete the \u201cAmazing Maize Maze\u201d course is one hour. Tickets are $17 on Thursday and Fridays and $20 on Saturdays.<\/span><\/p>\n

Collectors of antiques from all around the country will be heading to Pennsylvania\u2019s Amish region this weekend — with good reason.<\/span><\/p>\n

Renningers \u201cAntiques & Collectors Extravaganza\u201d (740 Noble Street, Kutztown, 570-385-0104,www.renningers.com<\/span><\/a>) now through September 26 and \u201cSpecial Sunday at Renninger\u2019s Adamstown\u201d (Route 272, Adamstown) on September 27.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Extravaganza features hundreds of antiques dealers from up and down the East Coast. Since 1975, Renningers Antiques & Collectors Extravaganzas have been a meeting place for dealers and collectors from a variety of locales. The dealers buy and sell among themselves and offer vintage items for sale to the general public.<\/span><\/p>\n

Many exhibitors set up shop outdoors — under tents and in the two large pavilions (each of which cover over 2,000 square feet). Also open is the Indoor Antiques Market and the Indoor Farmers Market. Tickets are $6 on Friday and $4 on Saturday.<\/span><\/p>\n

The outdoor market will begin at 5 am on Saturday for some exhibitors who make a two day event out it. The indoor market is not open Saturdays. The main show however is Sunday, when the majority of dealers set up their booths and the indoor market is open.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fall Fest at Hershey Gardens (70 Hotel Road, Hershey, 717-534-3492,<\/span> www.hersheygardens.org<\/span><\/a><\/span>) is scheduled for September 26. Hershey Gardens blooms with autumn fun during its Fall Fest. Special activities for youngsters include scarecrow stuffing and pumpkin carving.<\/span><\/p>\n

Adults will be able to gather tips on how to clean up their yards for fall. Admission to the festival is included in the general ticket price, which is $10.50 for adults, $9.50 for seniors (age 62 and older), $7.50 for juniors (ages 3-12) and free for children under three.<\/span><\/p>\n

Visitors to Hershey Gardens will also be able to check out ArtCycle, a sculpture exhibit in which <\/b>ordinary materials are transformed\u00a0into extraordinary art. This unique sculpture features work from four local artists who see the beauty in discarded items and transform them into pieces of art.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Ratha Yatra Festival (Benjamin Franklin Parkway in front of the Museum of Art, Philadelphia, 215- 247-4601, www.phillyrathayatra.com<\/span><\/a>), which was scheduled for September 26, \u00a0is one of the oldest continually celebrated spiritual festivals in the world. It is celebrated by devotees of Lord Krishna all over the world.<\/span><\/p>\n

Unfortunately, the event has been cancelled for 2015 because it conflicts with Pope Francis\u2019 visit to Philadelphia. The Philadelphia Ratha Yatra will be back on Festival of Inidia\u2019s annual tour on the fourth Saturday in September 2016.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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