Personal Enrichment

BEGINNING SPANISH I (SPAN 1411 150)

Basic Spanish language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing within a cultural framework. Students will acquire the vocabulary and grammatical structures necessary to communicate and comprehend at the beginner level. Duberlinda Mauricio, Instructor.

Located at MC Main Campus, Technology Center, Room 173
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
August 28 – December 13
8:00 – 8:50 am
Cost $360

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ESL

Placement

Prior to enrollment, students are required to take the Compass-ESL Assessment, which is administered at the Midland College Testing Center located in the Scharbauer Student Center. This assessment is free and is used to determine which courses best suit each student's needs.

ESL COMBO CLASS

This course includes all three ESL courses in one (descriptions below).

Located at MC Main Campus, Technology Center Building, Room 184
Tuesdays & Thursdays
August 27 – December 12
9:30 – 10:50 pm
Cost $90

SPEAKING & LISTENING: ACAD ESL (0370.215)

This course is designed to develop Basic English conversational skills in American cultural, employment, academic, and day-to-day situations for the beginning ESL student. Pronunciation, vocabulary, and simple sentence patterns will be emphasized.

READING & VOCABULARY (0371.220)

This course is designed to develop basic reading comprehension, vocabulary, and study skills for non-native speakers of English and to prepare them to cope more effectively with reading requirements in other courses

GRAMMAR & WRITING (0372.625)

This course is designed to develop basic writing skills, including Standard English usage, and the application of grammar, mechanics and vocabulary, for non-native speakers of English in preparation for both academic and every day writing.

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“GET YA FLAVA BACK” LIFESTYLE CHANGE COOKING CLASS

Located at the Electric Flava Café, 301 N. Lee Street, Midland
Tuesdays
September 27 – October 22
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Cost $100

Chef Meleka McGee, Instructor.

• Beginning meal prep class
• Discuss the pros and cons of the multiple diet fads
• Receive support in a motivating environment
• Receive tips on jump-starting your new LIFESTYLE CHANGE
• Receive an accountability partner
• Create a meal plan and 3-day meal prep to take home

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“MIX UP YA FLAVA”

Located at the Electric Flava Café, 301 N. Lee Street, Midland

Kids Class Saturdays September 21 – October 19 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Cost $75

Adults Class Saturdays September 21 – October 19 3:00 – 5:00 pm Cost $90

Chef Meleka McGee, Instructor.

• Introduction to spice history
• "Epiphany of sodium" label reading tutorial
• Will name and create individual personalized spice
• Prepare a "TAKE HOME" meal show casing spice

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PRAISE & WORKOUT – A COOKING CLASS & WORKOUT COMBINED IN ONE

Located at the Electric Flava Café, 301 N. Lee Street, Midland
Mondays
September 23 – October 21
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Cost $90

Get your week started off in the right direction with a low intensity chair routine combined with a Daniel Fast cooking tutorial. This is a Daniel Fast cooking class that will incorporate the Bible as a guide. You will listen to inspirational music, meditate and learn how to focus on one's goals for the week. You will create a Daniel Fast feast to enjoy and eat as a group. Chef Meleka McGee, Instructor.

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AI CHI

Located at COM Aquatics, Inc., 3300 N. “A” Street
Tuesdays & Thursdays
August 27 – December 12
12:00 – 12:45 pm
Cost $150

This class meets in the Aquatic Wellness pool, which has a pool temperature of 91-93 degrees. This water movement and relaxation program increases oxygen and caloric consumption by combining deep breathing and slow, broad movements. Ai Chi is successfully used with individuals with pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, COPD, and with neurological and orthopedic diagnosis. Rita Simmons, Instructor.

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Barre

Located at COM Aquatics, Inc., 3300 N. “A” Street
Tuesdays & Thursdays
August 27 – December 12
11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost $150

Barre is a ballet-inspired workout, incorporating moves from dance, Pilates, yoga and strength training. Most classes use classic ballet moves such as plié and élevé, alongside static stretches, with a focus on high reps of small range movements to strengthen and lengthen the body. Sarah Parmer, Instructor.

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DEEP WATER RUNNING

Located at COM Aquatics, Inc., 3300 N. “A” Street

RECR9300.CP00184Q Tuesdays & Thursdays August 27 – December 12 12:15 – 12:45 pm Cost $120

RECR9300.CP01184Q Mondays & Wednesdays August 26 – December 11 6:15 – 6:45 pm Cost $120

This class will meet in the FMH Foundation Natatorium. One of the best cross-training workouts for runners, water running is neuromuscular specific so it replicates running without the pounding. This workout is for those who want to increase their training but not increase their chances for injury. More involvement that is muscular is required because of the physics of drag, thus strengthening more muscles than dry land running does without the impact. Come Train HARD and Train SMART! Julia Barrett, Instructor.

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FUNCTIONAL FITNESS for ACTIVE AGING

Located at COM Aquatics, Inc., 3300 N. “A” Street
Tuesdays & Thursdays
August 27 – December 12
10:00 – 10:45 am
$150

The goals of this class are to incorporate range of motion, balance, strength and conditioning exercises that increase our functional fitness. Functional training works by exercising your muscles in a similar way to how your body would be used in everyday life.  

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High Impact Interval Training (HIIT)/TOTAL BODY FITNESS

Located at MC Main Campus, Physical Education (PE) Building, Multi-Purpose Room 116
Mondays & Wednesdays
September 9 - December 4
12:00 – 1:00 pm
Cost $150

Perfect for clients of any level, this 60 min experience sequences a combo of energizing cardio, strength and flexibility training for a full body workout that burns fat, exercises the heart and targets all areas of the body: from the arms and abs, to thighs, seat and back. There is a focus on form and consciousness to connect the core-to-breath to heighten mental focus to accelerating results; while creating a fun and dynamic workout. Exercises are coordinated with current high-energy music! Amanda Gamel, Instructor.

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HIP-HOP

Located at MC Main Campus, Physical Education (PE) Building, Multi-Purpose Room 116
Tuesdays
September 10 - December 3
2:00 – 3:00 pm
$65

In this explosive, funky dance style, that combines memory, coordination, rhythm and loads of energetic fun! This class features the most current moves and the latest music. No prior dance experience needed. Amanda Gamel, Instructor.

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LET’S DANCE

Located at COM Aquatics, Inc., 3300 N. “A” Street
Mondays & Wednesdays
August 27 – December 11
8:30 – 9:15 am
Cost $150

This class meets in the Doss Room. Various music and dance styles are incorporated into this easy-to-follow, low-impact exercise class. No partner needed and dancing in a chair is allowed.  Athletic shoes and water are needed. Sarah Parmer, Instructor.

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Poolates

Located at COM Aquatics, Inc., 3300 N. “A” Street
Tuesdays & Thursdays
August 27 – December 12
1:00 - 1:45 pm
Cost $150

This is a Pilates class in the pool.  It combines, mind, body and breath for a soothing, effective workout. Using the buoyancy and resistance of water to gently strengthen joints and muscles while enhancing flexibility, posture, coordination and balance.

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SHALLOW WATER AEROBICS

Located at COM Aquatics, Inc., 3300 N. “A” Street
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Aug 27 – December 12
8:30 – 9:15 am
Cost $150

This class meets in the Mabee Pool. Shallow water is a great way to challenge your body.  The pool floor is utilized to add as much power as needed by each participant to increase the intensity of a workout. There is some impact; however, this is significantly reduced due to the buoyancy of water and the benefit of canceling out the majority of a person’s body weight. Tammy McAlister, Instructor.

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STRENGTH & STRETCH - Low Impact Class

Located at MC Main Campus, Physical Education (PE) Building, Multi-Purpose Room 116
Tuesdays & Thursdays
September 10 - December 5
12:30 – 1:00 pm
Cost $65

A half strength, half-stretch low impact class to sculpt and lengthen each muscle group. While improving flexibility, balance, coordination, core strength, and mental clarity. Each class will end with relaxation/meditation. Relieve stress; improve your focus and strength.  Amanda Gamel, Instructor.

• Wear: comfortable clothing and shoes
• Bring: water and a towel

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THEATRICAL DANCE (BROADWAY)

Located at MC Main Campus, Physical Education (PE) Building, Multi-Purpose Room 116
Mondays
September 9 - December 2
1:30 – 2:30 pm
$65

You will explore the music and movements of some of Broadway's and Film's greatest hits. This class is performance-based and will teach the basic technical skills from slow, lyrical to fast, and funky and everything in-between. No prior dance experience needed.  Amanda Gamel, Instructor.

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YOGA

Located at COM Aquatics, Inc., 3300 N. “A” Street
Mondays & Wednesdays
August 26 – December 11
6:15 – 7:15 pm
Cost $180

This class meets in our Doss Room and combines a combination of static and flowing yoga poses to help improve your strength, flexibility, balance and mental focus. Participants can also expect to experience stress relief and relaxation.  Exercises/poses may be modified to accommodate most fitness levels. Please bring your own yoga mat if you have one. If you do not, you may borrow one of our exercise mats, however, we do not have any yoga mats available for use. Timothy Cliffe, Instructor.

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CHOIR I

Located at MC Main Campus, Allison Fine Arts Building, Room 138
Tuesdays & Thursdays
August 27 – December 12
1:00 – 2:50 pm
Cost $188

This course is open to all students by audition, regardless of academic major, and presents concerts both on and off campus. For audition information, contact the Music Department at (432) 685-4643.

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CHOIR II

Located at MC Main Campus, Allison Fine Arts Building, Room 138
Mondays & Wednesdays
August 21 – December 11
1:00 – 2:50 pm
Cost $188

This course is open to all students by audition, regardless of academic major, and presents concerts both on and off campus. For audition information, contact the Music Department at (432) 685-4643.

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JAZZ BAND

Located at MC Main Campus, Allison Fine Arts Building, Room 126
Tuesdays & Thursdays
August 27 – December 12
11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Cost $188

This course is open to all students by audition, regardless of academic major and presents concerts both on and off campus. Loaner instruments are available for student use. For audition information, c contact the Music Department at (432) 685-4643.

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Jazz Choir

Located at MC Main Campus, Allison Fine Arts Building, Room 138
Thursdays
August 29 – December 12
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Cost $55

Jazz choir is open to all community members. We’ll be singing jazz and pop numbers with opportunities for individual solos, small groups, and some choreography.  We will do Fall and Christmas concerts.  Natalie Pawlowski, Instructor.

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MIDLAND COMMUNITY BAND

Located at MC Main Campus, Allison Fine Arts Building, Room 126
Mondays
August 26 – December 9
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Cost $55

This is not your high school band. There are no auditions, and it does not matter if it has been years since you last played. The group is geared toward those who played in high school or college. There are some school instruments available. This group performs two concerts per semester and occasionally performs in the community. Mark McDonald, Instructor. 

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Opera 101

Located at MC Main Campus, Marie Hall Academic Building, Room 209
Thursdays
September 19 – November 7
6:30 – 9:00 pm
Cost $55

In this course, we will study operas “The Marriage of Figaro”, “Turandot”, “Tales of Hoffman”, “Manon”, “Kata Kabanova” and “Il Trovatore”. The purpose of this course is to enhance the student’s opera experience through education about the composer, history at the time of the composition, the opera libretto (story), drama, and music-vocal and instrumental. Opera is storytelling on steroids. It is a story told through the unique union of singing, action, and music - which, together, evoke varying emotions. James Camp, Instructor.

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ORCHESTRA II

Located at MC Main Campus, Allison Fine Arts Building, Room 126
Mondays & Wednesdays
August 26 – December 11
1:15 – 2:50 pm
Cost $188

This course is a continuation of Orchestra I. It is open to all students by audition, regardless of academic major and presents concerts both on and off campus. Loaner instruments are available for student use. For audition information, contact the Music Department at (432) 685-4643.

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LEARN TO PLAY THE PIANO, OR VOICE LESSONS

Cost $22/30-minute sessions, short & long term lessons available

Would you like to learn the basic skills of learning and playing the piano or would you like to take voice lessons and learn to sing or sing better? Take individualized courses by Janice N. Archer. The instructor provides music or you can bring your own. Enjoy music from different genres such as spiritual, mariachi or rock-and-roll. Janice N. Archer sets all dates and times. Any age is accepted and classes are taught in English or Spanish.

Call Janice Archer, instructor, at (432) 631-3966, or the Continuing Education office at (432) 685-4518, to sign up.

 

INSTANT PIANO FOR HOPELESSLY BUSY PEOPLE ONLINE CLASS

Some music teachers may not want you to know this, but you do not need years of weekly lessons to learn piano. In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. How do we do it? While regular piano teachers teach note reading, piano professionals use chords. In addition, you can learn all the chords you’ll need to play any song in this one session. Any song. Any style. Any key. If you can find middle C and know the meaning of Every Good Boy Does Fine, you already know enough to enroll in this workshop. Fee includes an online book and online video instruction.

Topics include:

• How chords work in a song
• How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it
• How to form the three main types of chords
• How to handle different keys and time signatures
• How to avoid “counting”
• How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords

For more information, visit chordsarekey.com. Call the Continuing Education office at (432) 685-4518 to sign up.

 

HOW TO PLAY PIANO BY EAR ONLINE CLASS

Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries: how to play songs without relying on music. A very practical presentation of music theory that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings, and transposing-all expressed in everyday language. This is an ideal follow-up to the “Instant Piano” class and is open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Expand your musical horizons, free yourself from sheet-music dependence, and be the life of the party! Prior experience with chords recommended. Fee includes an online book and online video instruction and follow-up online instruction.

Topics include:

• How to find the starting note
• How to determine when chords change
• How to predict the chord progression
• How chords help you find the correct melody
• How the melody helps you find the correct chords
• How to learn songs from recordings in all keys
• How to transpose
• The Universal Key Signature
• How to use the Circle of Fifths
• How to recognize the most common chord patterns

For more information, visit chordsarekey.com. Call the Continuing Education office at (432) 685-4518 to sign up.

 

INSTANT GUITAR FOR HOPELESSLY BUSY PEOPLE ONLINE CLASS

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours, you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Bring your acoustic guitar. Class limited to 15 students. For ages 13+. For more information, go to justonceclasses.com.

Fee includes the online book and follow-up online video instruction.

Topics include:

• How chords work in a song
• How to form the three main types of chords
• How to tune your guitar
• Basic strumming patterns
• How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid)
• How to play along with simple tunes

For more information, visit chordsarekey.com. Call the Continuing Education office at (432) 685-4518 to sign up.

digital photography basics

Located at MC Main Campus, Allison Fine Arts Building, Room 195
Tuesdays
September 10 – November 12
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Cost $95

This 8-week course will be an overview of the many facets of photography and is designed to help lovers of photography get the most out of their camera.  Each student will use their own digital camera, preferably a DSLR, to learn camera controls and functions, as well as the basics of light, shadow, composition, and framing. Designed for the beginner and enthusiast alike, this course is structured to enforce photography basics, as well as push each photographer in their own personal creativity and craft through lecture, discussion, in-class group exercises, and outside assignments. Mary Kathryn Wimberly, Instructor.

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DRIVER EDUCATION (ONLINE)

Midland College and Safety-USA are proud to offer three online Texas Education Agency-approved driving courses.

• The Safety-USA Teen Driver Education - $129.95 Course Fee
  Required for students ages 14-17 seeking their Texas driver license for the first time
  
  
• The Adult Driver Education - $65 Course Fee
  Required for first-time Texas driver license applicants ages 18-25
  
  
• The Defensive Driving - $25 Course Fee
  Approved for traffic ticket dismissal by all Texas courts and can also be used for a discount on automotive insurance.

For more information or to register, visit the Texas DPS website, click the “Courses” tab and then “Online Driver Education”. Safety-USA has offered comprehensive courses to over 100,000 people and has over 10 years of experience in driver training and driver safety courses. They have designed online course that remain the best in the industry. All courses are available online and are completed at one’s own pace. Texas-based customer service is offered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Learn to Ride! - Motorcycle Training Center (MTC)

Motorcycle Training Center and Midland College presents "The Course for Motorcycle Riders". The owners, managers and rider coaches at the Motorcycle Training Center Inc. are dedicated to providing the highest quality motorcycle operator safety courses in the State of Texas. We provide the classes required to obtain your Texas Motorcycle License!

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Open Water Scuba

The first half of this class will meet in Physical Education (PE) Building, Room 114; the second half will meet at COM Aquatics, Inc.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
October 22 – December 12
7:00 – 8:50 pm
Cost $550

This course is designed to teach the fundamental skills needed for open water diving. By completing all requirements, students may become certified. Sarah Anderson, Instructor.

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Retirement Planning Today®

Located at MC Main Campus, Marie Hall Academic Building, Room 101

MISC9490.CP00191Q Tuesdays September 10 & 17 6:30 – 9:30 pm Cost $49

MISC9490.CP01191Q Wednesdays September 18 & 25 6:30 – 9:30 pm Cost $49

In this course you’ll learn how to: manage investment risks, use new tax laws to your advantage, make informed decisions about your company retirement plan, and adjust your estate plan to function properly under the new laws. However, money is only one aspect of retirement planning. This course blends financial education with life planning to help you build wealth, align your money with your values, and achieve your retirement lifestyle goals.

The instructor is William (Bill) Dendy, JD, MBA, CPA, CFP®, CLU, President of Elite Financial Management, Inc., and has 27 years of professional experience in investments and financial planning. This course includes a 225-page illustrated textbook. Couples may attend together for a single registration fee. Class sizes are limited so register today.

 

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REVISION AND REVISE WRITING WORKSHOP

Located at MC Main Campus, Marie Hall Academic Building, Room 203
Mondays
November 4 – 18
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Cost $35

For writers who are ready to revise a work-in-progress (WIP) or finished draft, this workshop will teach the tools to use to critique, self-edit and/or polish a piece for publication. We will also practice total revisioning of a scene, story, essay, or poem. This is more difficult and painful for most people because it’s the art of letting go, but learning it will unlock your Next Level writing skills. Jalyn Powell is a magazine editor and published short story writer with an MFA in Creative Writing

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SOS:  PHOTO SOLUTIONS

Located at MC Main Campus, Marie Hall Academic Building, Room 208

RECR9475.CP00191Q Tuesdays September 3 & 10 6:30 – 8:00 pm Cost $25		RECR9475.CP01191Q Tuesdays October 1 & 8 6:30 – 8:00 pm Cost $25
RECR9475.CP02191Q Tuesdays November 5 & 12 6:30 – 8:00 pm Cost $25		RECR9475.CP03191Q Tuesdays December 3 & 10 6:30 – 8:00 pm Cost $25

Through her Save Organize Share class, Kelly teaches people to digitize their printed photos, group digital images while identifying people, events, places to share privately with their friends and family.

Having photos organized safely assures peace of mind. Learn about a basic system that will finally get every printed photo, digital photo and memorabilia organized. We will also discuss digitizing slides, movies and prints; backing up and cloud storage. 

You will leave with a plan that allows you to access every photo you own in seconds! Kelly Ferguson, Instructor.

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Voices for All: Voice-Overs … NOW is YOUR Time! (Online Class)

MISC9680.CP00191Q Thursday October 17 7:00 – 9:00 pm (CST) Cost $50

MISC9680.CP01191Q Tuesday November 19 8:00 – 10:00 pm (CST) Cost $50

In what could be the one of most enlightening hours you have ever spent; this class will show you how YOU could actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos and more! Most people go about it the wrong way. In this class, you will learn about a unique, outside-of-the-box way to cash in on one of the most lucrative full or part-time careers out there! You can handle this business on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with practically no overhead! NOW is the best time to make this happen, as new companies are looking for new voices like never before. This exciting and fun class could be the game changer you have been looking for!  Your logon information will be provided after registration.

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WEALTH CREATION TODAY®

For Peak Career Professionals Age 35-50

Located at MC Main Campus, Marie Hall Academic Building, Room 101

MISC9491.CP00191Q Tuesdays November 5 & 12 6:30 – 9:30 pm Cost $49

MISC9491.CP01191Q Thursdays November 14 & 21 6:30 – 9:30 pm Cost $49

One of the most important roles for continuing education is providing quality courses for adults who are trying to improve their lives. Wealth Creation Today® provides attendees with easy-to-understand information on important lifestyle and financial issues often faced during their careers. By offering this well-attended course on a subject that is not covered in our traditional education system, you are truly helping members of our community.

What Attendees Receive:

• Easy-to understand educational content on financial and retirement planning strategies
• An extensive textbook with examples and illustrations, which is theirs to keep
• After the course, they are entitled to an optional consultation with the instructor for an opportunity to ask specific and personal financial questions

Course Instructor has extensive experience teaching financial and retirement education courses. This allows for an informative, interactive experience with all attendees. The instructor is William (Bill) Dendy, JD, MBA, CPA, CPF®, CLU, President of Elite Financial Management, Inc., and has 27 years of professional experience in investments and financial planning. Couples may attend together for a single registration fee. Class sizes are limited so register today.

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