Time Block Reminders tasks in Calendar

To assist in the completion of tasks I find that by making a Time Block in my Calendar to focus on the issue makes it more likely I will actually complete the task 😀.

This Applescript will enable you to select a Reminder due Today, This Week or All then create an Event in Apple Calendar

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