Atlanta area farmer’s markets — what’s open now & what’s opening soon

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There are dozens of farmers markets in metro Atlanta. You can find one every day of the week, and nearly every week of the year. Who doesn’t love to browse the stalls while munching on a freshly baked pastry?

This year, things are a little different with Atlanta farmers markets.

Some markets shut down their spring season, and others are operating with certain safety measures in place. We’re listing as much info as we have, but you should click through to a market’s website to verify hours and be aware of any new policies in place.

Bonus: Some Atlanta-area farmers markets participate in the Georgia Fresh for Less program, which matches SNAP/EBT benefits, dollar for dollar.

This means that when you spend $10 via your SNAP/EBT card, you’ll get another $10 in credit to spend on fresh food. How awesome is that?

 

To participate in Georgia Fresh For Less:

  • Come to the market’s information tent.
  • Swipe your EBT card. You’ll receive tokens for the amount swiped, and a matching amount of green tokens to be spent on fruits and veggies.

 

Metro Atlanta Area Farmers Markets

Our list is organized by days of the week — but some markets are open on multiple days. It includes markets not just in Atlanta, but throughout the extended metro area.

This list was last updated on May 13, 2020. Remember to check the current status line just under the market’s name, and to click through for details.

Have we missed your favorite farmers market? Just drop us a line at editor@atlantaonthecheap.com and we’ll add it!

 

Monday Farmers Markets

 

The Market at Good Samaritan Health Center

Current status — still closed, no opening date available

Where: 
The Good Samaritan lobby
1015 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30318

When:
Monday thru Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The season:
Usually closes for two months in winter.

What:
Produce fresh from the Good Sam urban farm. It features certified naturally grown produce.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Farmers Market on the Square

Current status — can not yet be verified for 2020

Where: 
The Plaza at Colony Square, in midtown
1197 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta

When:
Mondays
11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

The season:
Usually April thru September.

What:
Work in Midtown? Spend your lunch break shopping the wares of local farmers and artisans, including organic fruits and vegetables, homemade preserves and treats, freshly prepared lunches, & more.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO

 


Tuesday Farmers Markets

 

Fresh MARTA Market at West End

Current status — OPEN!

Where:  
West End MARTA Station
680 Lee St SW
Atlanta, GA 30310

When:
Tuesdays from April 23-December 3, 2019
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The 2020 season:
May 5th thru December 1, 2020

What:
You can pick up fresh fruits & vegetables during your afternoon commute, thanks to the Fresh MARTA Market, a pop-up farm stand that takes place at 5 different MARTA stations on different days of the week.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

The Market at Good Samaritan Health Center

Current status — still closed, no opening date available

Where: 
The Good Samaritan lobby
1015 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30318

When:
Monday thru Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The season:
Usually closes for two months in winter.

What:
Produce fresh from the Good Sam urban farm. It features certified naturally grown produce.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Ponce City Farmers Market

Current status — pick-up only, for orders placed at shopCFMATL.org

Where: 
“The Shed” at Ponce City Market’s BeltLine entrance
675 Ponce de Leon Ave NE
Atlanta.

When:
Tuesdays
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (pickup hours only)

The season:
Usually April thru October

What: You’ll find everything from produce grown by urban farmers to goods from artisanal food makers — at a destination easily reached on bike or by foot, along the Eastside Trail.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Stone Mountain Farmers Market

Current status — start date postponed till June 2, 2020 (according to the Facebook page)

Where: Municipal parking lot on Main Street in the town of Stone Mountain (not the park!)

When:
Tuesdays
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The season:
Usually May thru August
In 2020, the market runs from June 2nd to August 25th

What:
This producers-only market features fresh fruits and vegetables, local honey, goat cheese, locally made soaps, and more.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES

 


Wednesday Farmers Markets

 

Decatur Farmers Market

Current status — open for pickup only, for orders placed at ShopCFMATL.org

Where: 
Corner of Clairemont and Commerce, on the front lawn of Decatur First Baptist Church
308 Clairemont Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030

When: Wednesdays
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (for pickup only)

The season:
Unverified for 2020

What: You’ll find everything from local honey products and jams & jellies to fresh fruits & veggies and artisan cheeses.

Parking info here

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES

 

Oakhurst Farmers Market

content coming soon — Oakhurst will act as a pickup spot for online orders.


 

East Point Farmers Market

Current status — OPEN

Where: 
Downtown East Point at The Green (in front of City Hall)
2757 East Point Street

When:
Wednesdays (excluding holidays)
There is conflicting info on the hours — the website says 4 to 7 p.m. and the Facebook page says 3 to 6 p.m.

The season:
Year round
The winter market takes place indoors.

What:
Items vary through the year, but may include season produce, bakery, locally roasted coffee, honey, and more.
From the website: The market vendors will be spaced out and will be practicing social distancing. Only vendors will be handling the products/produce.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Fresh MARTA Market at Bankhead Station

Current status — OPEN

Where: 
Bankhead MARTA Station
1335 Donald Hollowell Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30318

When:
Wednesdays
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The season:
In 2020, May 20 to December 2
(closed November 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday)

What:
You can pick up fresh fruits & vegetables during your afternoon commute, thanks to the Fresh MARTA Market, a pop-up farm stand that takes place at 5 different MARTA stations on different days of the week.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Fresh MARTA Market at Holmes Station

Current status — OPEN

Where: 
H.E. Holmes MARTA Station
70 Hamilton E Holmes Dr NW
Atlanta, GA 30311

When:
Wednesdays
3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

The season:
In 2020, May 20 to December 2
(closed November 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday)

What:
You can pick up fresh fruits & vegetables during your afternoon commute, thanks to the Fresh MARTA Market, a pop-up farm stand that takes place at 5 different MARTA stations on different days of the week.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Peachtree City Market

Current status — OPEN

Where: 
Aberdeen Village Shopping Center
215 Northlake Dr
Peachtree City, GA 30269

When:
Wednesday and Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The season:
Year round

What: In addition to farmers market staples, like fruits and vegetables, cheese, breads, pastries, boiled peanuts, and honey, you’ll often be treated to creative activities for the kids or live music by local musicians while you’re shopping.

Safety rules are in effect.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

The Market at Good Samaritan Health Center

Current status — still closed, no opening date available

Where: 
The Good Samaritan lobby
1015 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30318

When:
Monday thru Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The season:
Usually closes for two months in winter.

What:
Produce fresh from the Good Sam urban farm. It features certified naturally grown produce.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES

 


Thursday Farmers Markets

 

East Atlanta Village Farmers Market

Current status — open for pickup only, for orders placed at shopCFMATL.org

Where: 
East Atlanta Village
572 Stokeswood Ave.
Atlanta, GA

When:
Thursdays
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., mostly for order pickups, but fruit may be available for sale to the public.

The season:
Usually April thru November

What: The East Atlanta Village Farmers Market offers veggies and other goods aimed at sustainability, plus everything from cooking demonstrations to children’s activities at the on-site Edible Learning Garden.

Get info on parking and bus routes

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Farmers Market at The Battery Atlanta

Current status — four dates are planned for 2020

Where: 
The Battery, at Suntrust Park
800 Battery Ave SE
Atlanta, GA

When:
Select Thursdays
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The 2020 dates are:
♦ June 18
♦ July 16
♦ August 20
♦ September 17

The season:
Planned around baseball games, typically one market per month on 4 dates in summer and fall.

What:
A partnership between The Battery and Georgia Grown to bring a market to the site. Typical market fare includes fruits, vegetables, honey, and more.
Free parking is available during the Farmers Markets in the Red, Purple, or Green decks.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Fresh MARTA Market at College Park

Current status — OPEN

Where: 
College Park MARTA Station
3800 Main St
College Park, GA 30337

When:
Thursdays
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The season:
In 2020, May 14 to December 3
(closed November 26 for the Thanksgiving holiday)

What:
You can pick up fresh fruits & vegetables during your afternoon commute, thanks to the Fresh MARTA Market, a pop-up farm stand that takes place at 5 different MARTA stations on different days of the week.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

The Market at Good Samaritan Health Center

Current status — still closed, no opening date available

Where: 
The Good Samaritan lobby
1015 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30318

When:
Monday thru Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The season:
Usually closes for two months in winter.

What:
Produce fresh from the Good Sam urban farm. It features certified naturally grown produce.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Mableton Farmers Market

Current status — hopes to open in June, depends on whether the municipal complex opens to the public again.

Where: 
Mable House Complex
5239 Floyd Road
Mableton, GA

When:
Thursdays
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The season:
Typically the 3 summer months only
In 2020, June 14th thru August 13th is the planned season.

What:
You’ll find locally-grown produce, fresh-baked items, honey, handmade soaps, and more. Plus you can check out cooking demonstrations.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market

Current status — temporarily moved to Saturdays in 2020, see below!


 

Sweet Apple Farmers & Artisans Market

Current status — OPEN

Where:
World Harvest Church
320 Hardscrabble Rd
Roswell, GA

When:
Thursdays
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The season:
Typically year-round.

What:
Local food grown and produced by local farms.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Trefoil Gardens

Current status — not verified for 2020

Where:
Woodstock, 2 miles from the downtown business district

When:
???

What:
A hyperlocal market farm and foraged food purveyor, specializing in mushrooms, leafy greens, and small rootcrops, all grown with natural methods.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Tucker Farmers Market

Current status — has moved to an online model, with no-contact pickup and delivery. Click through the link above to place an order.

Where:
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
4882 Lavista Road
Tucker, GA

When:
Thursdays — for pickup only

What:
From the website:

To participate, place your order at our online marketplace before midnight on Tuesday for pick up the following Thursday between 4-6pm. Our pick up location is the Tucker Recreation Center. Orders incur a $4 convenience fee.

We also offer a delivery option through the marketplace. Deliveries will arrive between 3-7pm on Thursdays. The delivery fee is $15 for a minimum order of $50. 

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES

 


Friday Farmers Markets

 

Fairburn Farmers Market

Current status — unverified for 2020, website has not been updated.

Where: 
Stage and Courtyard
15 W Broad St
Fairburn, GA

When:
Fridays
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Fresh MARTA Market at Five Points

Current status — OPEN

Where: 
Five Points MARTA Station
30 Alabama St SW
Atlanta, GA 30303

When:
Fridays
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The season:
For 2020, May 29th to December 4th
(closed July 3rd and November 27th)

What:
You can pick up fresh fruits & vegetables during your afternoon commute, thanks to the Fresh MARTA Market, a pop-up farm stand that takes place at 5 different MARTA stations on different days of the week.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Lilburn Farmers Market

Current status — operating as an online, no-contact market.

The Lilburn Farmers Market is hosting an on-line contactless market. Place your orders by Wednesday at noon. Orders can be picked up between 4 to 6 pm at 1400 Killian Hill Road @ Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church.

Where: (pickup only)
Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church
1400 Killian Hill Road
Lilburn, GA

When:
Fridays
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (pickup only)

The season:
Typically May, June, July, and August only

What:
A seasonal, summertime market.

From the Facebook page:

The Lilburn Farmers Market is hosting an on-line contactless market. Place your orders by Wednesday at noon. Orders can be picked up between 4 to 6 pm at 1400 Killian Hill Road @ Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

West End Farmers Market

Current status — plans to open in June

Where: 
Gordon-White Park
1354 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW
Atlanta, GA

When:
Fridays — 4 to 8 p.m.
Saturdays — 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The season:
Usually June thru October

What:
Spend your Saturdays listening to live music, checking out food demos & tasting, shopping for fresh produce & other locally-made goods, and more at the West End Farmers Market.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

The Market at Collegetown Farm

Current status — no info available for 2020

Where: 
On the BeltLine’s Westside Trail
324 Lawton St SW
Atlanta, GA

When:
Fridays 
2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The season:
Typically year round

What: The weekly farmers market features chef demos, live music, monthly health screenings, organic produce, fresh flowers, farm tours, & more.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES

 


Saturday Farmers Markets

 

Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market

Current status — moved to Saturdays as a drive-thru market; pre-order recommended.

Where:
Roswell City Hall
38 Hill Street, Roswell

When: Thursdays from April 13- October 26, 2019
8:00 a.m.-Noon

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Alpharetta Farmers Market

Current status — opening date not yet announced, but will operate as a “mini-market” in a new location, with new safety policies.

Where:
The parking lot of Urban Hardware
11770 Haynes Bridge Rd #501
Alpharetta, GA 30009

When:
Saturdays
9 a.m. to noon

The season:
Typically April to October
202o dates yet to be determined

Get updates on the Facebook page

What:
A mini-market version of the usual farmers market.
Get more info here

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Brookhaven Farmers Market

Current status — OPEN with precautions in place

Where: 
1375 Fernwood Circle
Brookhaven, GA 30319

When:
Saturdays from
9:00 a.m. to noon

The season:
Typically April to November
Opened on May 2nd in 2020

What: On Saturday mornings, you can shop for fresh-baked cookies and pies, locally-grown fruits and vegetables, an more while listening to live music at the Brookhaven Farmers Market.

More info on current policies here

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Decatur Farmers Market

Current status — open for pickup only, for orders placed at ShopCFMATL.org

Where: 
Corner of Clairemont and Commerce, on the front lawn of Decatur First Baptist Church
308 Clairemont Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030

When: Wednesdays
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (for pickup only)

The season:
Unverified for 2020

What: You’ll find everything from local honey products and jams & jellies to fresh fruits & veggies and artisan cheeses.

Parking info here

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Cotton Mill Farmers Market

Current status — OPEN with shortened hours and precautions in place

Where: 
609 Dixie Street
Carrollton, GA 30117
(just north of Tanner Medical Center)

When:
Saturdays
8 to 11 a.m.

The season:
Typically year round, with shorter hours in winter

What:
You’ll find locally-grown produce, plus meat, cheese, handmade gifts, and crafts.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Dunwoody Farmers Market

Current status — operating online for pre-orders and pickups

Where: 
Brook Run Park
4770 N. Peachtree Rd
Dunwoody, GA

PICKUPS at:
Dunwoody United Methodist Church
1548 Mount Vernon Rd
Atlanta, GA

When:
Saturdays
8:30 a.m. to noon

The season:
Typically April to October
Opened on May 16 for 2020

What:
You’ll find meat, seafood, eggs, coffee, frozen treats, fresh produce, and more, from 20 vendors.

From the Facebook page:

The Dunwoody Farmers Market will be open May 16th for pre-orders and pick-ups only. Place your orders directly with the below participating vendors. Pick-up your orders from our market manager on Saturday between 10am and 12pm at the new temporary market location [at Dunwoody Methodist].

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Freedom Farmers Market at the Carter Center

Current status — OPEN with precautions in place and a limit of 50 people.

Where: 
The Carter Presidential Center & Library
453 Freedom Parkway NE
Atlanta, GA

When:
Saturdays
9 a.m. to noon in 2020

The season:
Typically year round

What:
At the year-round market, you’ll find organic products like fresh produce and cheese, baked goods, handmade pasta and preserves, coffee, & more.
There is often live music, a local chef with hot prepared foods, a kid’s tent, and more.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

The Market at Good Samaritan Health Center

Current status — still closed, no opening date available

Where: 
The Good Samaritan lobby
1015 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30318

When:
Monday thru Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The season:
Usually closes for two months in winter.

What:
Produce fresh from the Good Sam urban farm. It features certified naturally grown produce.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Green Market at Piedmont Park

Current status — open for pre-orders and pickups only at this time.

Where:
Inside Piedmont Park’s 12th St and Piedmont Ave Gate
Parking is complimentary at the Community Center at 1071 Piedmont Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30309.

When:
Saturdays
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The season:
Typically March to November

What:
Get info on pre-ordering

In addition to shopping for fresh produce and meats as well as prepared foods, you can spend Saturday mornings listening to live music, letting the kids check out the children’s activities, & more at the Green Market.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Heritage Sandy Springs Farmers Market

Current status — open for pre-orders and pickups only

Where: 
Heritage Sandy Springs Center — front and back parking lots for pickup only
6110 Blue Stone Road
Sandy Springs, GA

When:
Saturdays — pickup only
9 a.m. to noon

What:
Contact vendors directly to pre-order.
Get more info here

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Lithonia Farmers Market

Current status — unknown

Where:
6920 Main St, Lithonia

When:
Saturdays
Noon to 4:00 p.m.

What:

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Marietta Square Farmers Market

Current status — suspended until further notice

Where:
65 Church St
Marietta, GA

When:
Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to noon
Sundays noon to 3 p.m.

The season:
Typically year round

What:
The year-round market features the wares of dozens of vendors along the streets of the Marietta Square. You’ll find artwork & gifts, locally-made soaps, fresh produce, and more.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Morningside Farmers Market

Current status — OPEN, but with no live music or special events.

Where: 
1393 N. Highland Ave
Atlanta, GA

When:
Saturdays
8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

The season:
Typically year round

What:
Not only will you find artisan crafts, fresh-baked breads, in-season flowers, and locally-produced meats at the Morningside Farmers Market, but all of the produce sold is certified organic.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Norcross Community Market

Current status — operating as a drive-thru market rather than a open-air market

Where:
Pickup at City Hall, 65 Lawrenceville St.

When:
Saturdays
9:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. for pickup only

What:
Visit the online store each week between Tuesday – Thursday to place your order.
Then, pick up each Saturday morning.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Peachtree City Market

Current status — OPEN

Where: 
Aberdeen Village Shopping Center
215 Northlake Dr
Peachtree City, GA 30269

When:
Wednesday and Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The season:
Year round

What: In addition to farmers market staples, like fruits and vegetables, cheese, breads, pastries, boiled peanuts, and honey, you’ll often be treated to creative activities for the kids or live music by local musicians while you’re shopping.

Safety rules are in effect.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Peachtree Road Farmers Market

Where: 
Cathedral of St. Philip
2744 Peachtree Road NW
Atlanta, GA

When:
Saturdays
8:30 a.m.  to noon

The season:
Typically April to September

What:
The city’s largest producer-only market (which means the sellers are the farmers & artisans themselves, no middlemen), Peachtree Road offers chef demos, live music and other special events.

From the website:

3 ways to shop in 2020:

1) Shop in person at the market Saturday mornings from 8:30am – 12pm. Be sure to check out our modifications below as we continue to keep social distance at the market.

2) Pre-order directly from market vendors and pick up from their booths on Saturdays from 8:30am-12pm.

3) Order from vendors at the PRFM online store for curbside pickup or pickup at the PRFM order online booth on Saturdays from 8:30am -12pm. Many of these vendors are not physically present on Saturday mornings. List of vendors and more info can be found here.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Serenbe Farmers Market

Current status — plans to open June 6th, 2020

Where: 
Selborne Village Green
9110 Selborne Ln
Chattahoochee Hills, GA

When:
Saturdays
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The season:
Typically April to October

Get info on the new drive-thru  produce stand

What:
For a farmers market with an eclectic bent, stop by Serenbe Farmers Market in Chattahoochee Hills. You can head out for monthly chef demos, seasonal canning and preserves demos, pick up some fresh fruits and vegetables for dinner, shop the wares of local artisans and craftsmen, & more.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

Smyrna Outdoor Market

Current status — no info available for 2020

Where: 
Atlanta Road (adjacent to the Smyrna Community Center)

When:
Saturdays
8:00 a.m. to noon

The season:
Typically May to October

What:
Formerly the Smyrna Fresh Produce Market, the Smyrna Outdoor Market features fresh breads & other baked goods, goat cheese, locally-grown produce, frozen treats, soaps, and more.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO


 

West End Farmers Market

Current status — plans to open in June for the 2020 season

Where: 
Gordon-White Park
1354 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW
Atlanta, GA

When:
Fridays — 4 to 8 p.m.
Saturdays — 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The season:
Usually June thru October

What:
Spend your Saturdays listening to live music, checking out food demos & tasting, shopping for fresh produce & other locally-made goods, and more at the West End Farmers Market.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES

 


Sunday Farmers Markets

 

Grant Park Farmers Market

Current status —

Where: 
Eventide Brewing
1039 Grant St SE
Atlanta, GA 30315

When:
Sundays
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The season:
Typically April to December

What:
Spend Sunday mornings shopping for fresh bread, artisanal foods, & locally-grown produce, watching cooking demonstrations by chefs, and more. Grab a brew at Eventide’s taproom.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: YES


 

Marietta Square Farmers Market

Current status — suspended until further notice

Where:
65 Church St
Marietta, GA

When:
Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to noon
Sundays noon to 3 p.m.

The season:
Typically year round

What:
The year-round market features the wares of dozens of vendors along the streets of the Marietta Square. You’ll find artwork & gifts, locally-made soaps, fresh produce, and more.

Georgia Fresh for Less participant: NO

 

 

 

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