March 2011 Freeport-Area Events Page:
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FREEPORT/STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS EVENTS
MARCH 28 THRU APRIL 3, 2011
March 28-April 10, STEPHENSON COUNTY ADVENTURES IN ANTIQUING EXPO. Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 US Highway 20 East, Freeport. 8 am to 6 pm. Celebrate the wonderful antique shops in Stephenson County with this Expo at the Visitors Center. Nine shops will display a selection of their specialties which will also be available for purchase. (815-233-1357)
March 28-April 27, 41ST ANNUAL HCC DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL JURIED ART EXHIBIT. Highland Gallery, Ferguson Fine Arts Center, Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport. Monday thru Friday: 8 am to 5 pm. This exhibition recognizes young artists in Northwest Illinois and celebrates their visual contribution to the community. An Opening Reception will be held on March 17 from 4:30 pm to 6 pm with an awards presentation at 5:30 pm. (815-235-6127)
March 30-May 14, "FREEPORT PARK DISTRICT: 100 YEARS". Stephenson County Historical Society Museum, 1440 S. Carroll Avenue, Freeport. Wednesday thru Sunday: Noon to 4 pm. Celebrate 100 years of the Freeport Park District with an exhibit of artifacts and photos. Historical Society Members: Free. Non-Members: Adults: $4; Children 6 to 12: $2. (815-232-8419)
March 31, SOUP AND SANDWICH SUPPER. Trinity United Methodist Church, 2600 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport. 4 pm to 7 pm. Enjoy three kinds of soup, relishes, turkey and ham sandwiches (or peanut butter for kids), plus beverage and dessert. Adults: $7; Children 3 to 12: $4; Children Under 3: Free. (815-233-0057)
March 31, LECTURE IN AMERICAN HISTORY SERIES: ELEANOR ROOSEVELT'S POST-WHITE HOUSE YEARS. Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport. 7 pm. Lecture presented by Dr. Andrew Dvorak. (815-232-8419)
March 31-April 2, VOICES SPRING BOOK SALE. VOICES Book Nook, Lincoln Mall, 1255 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport. Thursday: 9 am to 8 pm; Friday: 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday: 9 am to 2 pm. VOICES Book Nook will hold this annual sale offering a variety of books, records, tapes, puzzles and games. Proceeds benefit the services of VOICES Domestic Violence Program. (815-235-9421)
March 31-April 2, "ARSENIC AND OLD LACE". Ferguson Fine Arts Theatre, Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport. 7:30 pm. This is the story of the eccentric Brewster family of Brooklyn, New York. In addition to the scheming old women who poison their victims with elderberry wine, the family includes Teddy, who suffers delusions that he is Theodore Roosevelt and that the Panama Canal runs through the cellar of his home. The locks he digs become convenient graves for the lonely men who fall victims to Aunt Martha and Aunt Abby's machinations. When their nephew Mortimer discovers a body under the window seat of his aunts' home, however, the elderly women fess up to their deeds matter-of-factly and the events become more absurd right up to a surprise ending. Adults: $9; Seniors: $8; Students: $6. (815-235-6127)
April 1, FAMILY COMEDY SHOW. Masonic Temple, 305 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport. 7 pm. Enjoy comedians Jason Cooper and Keith Cooper, both featured on Comedy Central, with their Extreme Comedy Tour. Plus $2500 in gift certificates to area businesses given away to members of the audience. Main Floor and Mezzanine: $12; Balcony: $7. (815-235-9375)
April 1-2, "THE CHEDDAR CURTAIN". Winneshiek Playhouse, 228 W. Clark, Freeport. 7:30 pm. This all new show features stories of our area in a collaborative production. $12. (815-232-7023)
April 1-30, SONATA CODA MINI EXPO. Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 US Highway 20 East, Freeport. 8 am to 6 pm. To celebrate the Sonata Coda Exhibition at the Freeport Art Museum co-sponsored by the Stephenson County Historical Society, the Historical Society has provided a beautiful antique keyboard instrument from their collection for this Expo at the Visitors Center. (815-233-1357)
April 2, BLUEBIRD WORKSHOP. St. John United Church of Christ, 1010 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport. 9 am to 11:30 am. The Northwest Illinois Audubon Society is sponsoring this workshop. Doors open at 9 am for participants to view displays and talk to experts. The program begins at 9:30 am. Participants will learn about attracting bluebirds, their population history and recovery efforts, and monitoring and enjoying these beautiful blue gems. Bluebird boxes and other items will be for sale. (815-947-2720)
April 2, CHAMBER MUSIC POTPOURRI. Masonic Temple, 305 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport. 3 pm. Freeport Community Concert Association presents this concert by Sojung Lee Hong piano, Eunsil Ra Kim, soprano, Yoonjoo Song, clarinet, and Nazar Dzhuryn, cello. Adults: All Five Concerts of the 2010/2011 Season: $30; Single Concert: $15, Students 5 and above: Free. (815-232-4214)
April 2, SPRING PANCAKE SUPPER AND BAKE SALE. Silvercreek Museum, 2954 S. Walnut Road, Freeport. 3:30 pm to 7 pm. All you can eat pancakes, sausage, applesauce, cheese and beverages, plus baked goods for sale. Adults: $6; Children under 12: $3. (815-235-2198)
April 2-30, SONATA CODA: AN EXHIBITION OF KEYBOARD INSTRUMENTS. Freeport Art Museum, 121 N. Harlem Avenue, Freeport. Tuesday thru Friday: 10 am to 5 pm; Saturday: Noon to 5 pm. This is a collaborative exhibition presented by the Freeport Art Museum and the Stephenson County Historical Museum featuring historic pianos and organs from the private collection of Steve Misener. This special exhibition explores the piano as a complex machine, a striking work of decorative art, and the vehicle for an infinite variety of human expression, reflecting technological, cultural, and social changes from the Industrial Revolution through the present day. Guided tours only and by reservation only. Tours are led by piano expert and historian Steve Misener. Tours available Monday thru Friday at 3 pm and 7 pm for the general public and 9 am and 11 am for school tours. Saturday tours are at Noon and 3 pm. Individuals: $10 per person; Group tours of 20 or more: Call for prices. (815-235-9755)
April 3, AQUIN FLEA MARKET. Aquin High School, 1419 S. Galena, Freeport. 8 am to 2:30 pm. Indoor flea market, antiques, books, crafts, collectibles. $1. (815-235-4012)
April 3, SPORTS CARD AND COIN SHOW. Lincoln Mall, 1255 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport. 10 am to 4 pm. Dealers buy, sell and trade sports cards and memorabilia and coins from the past and present. The public is encouraged to bring in sport related items to learn their history and current value. Door prizes for the kids. (815-235-3694)
April 3, 4TH ANNUAL STEPHENSON COUNTY 4-H & EXTENSION PORKCHOP DINNER. Eagles Club, 1200 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport. 11 am to 2 pm. Enjoy two porkchops, cheese, potato salad, applesauce and homemade dessert. Hot dog meals available also. Separate carryout line. Silent auction of gift baskets donated by the 4-H Clubs. Tickets available from 4-H Clubs beginning in February. In Advance: $7; At the Door: $7.50; $3 Hot Dog Meal Tickets Available at Door Only. (815-235-4125)
View the entire Freeport/Stephenson County Calendar of Events at
www.stephenson-county-il.org
Sonata Coda: A Story of Keyboard Instruments at the Freeport Art Museum
(Photo submitted) Collector, Steve Misener standing next to one of his pianos, Cocked Hat Grand Piano from ca. 1860
HCC Theatre Department Presents Arsenic and Old Lace
Jukebox Rock & Roll Concert
Saturday, March 26th
7:30 pm
Masonic Temple Auditorium
305 West Stephenson
Tickets still available!
9 am - 5 pm this Tuesday and Thursday
at the Freeport Downtown Development Office
27 W. Stephenson Street
Hurry Tickets are going fast!
FHN Calendar of Events
FREEPORT/STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS EVENTS
MARCH 21 THRU 27, 2011
March 21-April 10, STEPHENSON COUNTY ADVENTURES IN ANTIQUING EXPO. Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 US Highway 20 East, Freeport. 8 am to 6 pm. Celebrate the wonderful antique shops in Stephenson County with this Expo at the Visitors Center. Nine shops will display a selection of their specialties which will also be available for purchase. (815-233-1357)
March 21-April 27, 41ST ANNUAL HCC DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL JURIED ART EXHIBIT. Highland Gallery, Ferguson Fine Arts Center, Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport. Monday thru Friday: 8 am to 5 pm. This exhibition recognizes young artists in Northwest Illinois and celebrates their visual contribution to the community. An Opening Reception will be held on March 17 from 4:30 pm to 6 pm with an awards presentation at 5:30 pm. (815-235-6127)
March 22-26. ASPIRING ARTISTS 2011: A STUDENT EXHIBITION. Freeport Art Museum, 121 N. Harlem Avenue, Freeport. Tuesday thru Friday: 10 am to 5 pm; Saturday: Noon to 5 pm. Annual student exhibition with art work from regional schools. This year's theme is Art of the Athlete. (815-235-9755)
March 23, LECTURE IN AMERICAN HISTORY SERIES: ALICE PAUL. Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport. 7 pm. Lecture presented by Remy Garard. (815-232-8419)
March 23-May 14, "FREEPORT PARK DISTRICT: 100 YEARS". Stephenson County Historical Society Museum, 1440 S. Carroll Avenue, Freeport. Wednesday thru Sunday: Noon to 4 pm. Celebrate 100 years of the Freeport Park District with an exhibit of artifacts and photos. Historical Society Members: Free. Non-Members: Adults: $4; Children 6 to 12: $2. (815-232-8419)
March 24-26, "THE LAST OF THE RED HOT LOVERS". Winneshiek Playhouse, 228 W. Clark Street, Freeport. 7:30 pm. This delightfully hilarious play has middle-aged and married, overworked and overweight, Barny Cashman wanting to join the sexual revolution before it is too late. He arranges three seductions: Elaine Navazio proves to be a foul mouthed bundle of neuroses; Bobbi Michele, a 20-ish actress who's too kooky by half; and Jeannette Fisher, a gloomy, depressed housewife who happens to be married to Barney's best friend. $12. (815-232-7023)
March 25-27, "THE CHEDDAR CURTAIN". Mighty Richland Players Dinner/Dessert Theater, 203 W. High Street, Orangeville. Friday and Saturday: Doors Open: 6:30 pm; Show: 7 pm; Sunday: Doors Open: Noon; Show: 12:30 pm. This all new show features stories of our area in a collaborative production. Friday and Saturday performances are dessert theater and Sunday is a dinner theater performance. Friday and Saturday Dessert Theater: $15; Sunday Dinner Theater: $35. Tickets may be ordered by calling 608-325-5700. (815-819-1310)
March 26, SPRING PANCAKE SUPPER AND BAKE SALE. Silvercreek Museum, 2954 S. Walnut Road, Freeport. 3:30 pm to 7 pm. All you can eat pancakes, sausage, applesauce, cheese and beverages, plus baked goods for sale. Adults: $6; Children under 12: $3. (815-235-2198)
March 26, JUKEBOX ROCK AND ROLL. Masonic Temple, 305 W. Stephenson Street. 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Don't miss this concert of some of the area's premier 60s and 70s rock and roll musicians sponsored by the Freeport Downtown Development Foundation. Band members include Gary Downing, Stevie Cole, Jack Farringer, Roger Hayes, Tom Erickson, Gordy Huntley and Darrel Moore. Collectively, the group members played in more than 20 popular area bands. In addition, Ernie Veer, best known for his Johnny Cash impersonation, will be featured between sets. Reserved tickets go on sale January 27 and will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 am to 5 pm only until they are sold out. $12 or $15. (815-232-9000)
View the entire Freeport/Stephenson County Calendar of Events at
www.stephenson-county-il.org
The Oakridge Boys are coming to the Freeport Masonic Temple on Friday night - April 29.....one show only at 7:30 pm. The auditorium is nearly half sold-out already....so don't wait to get your tickets. Main floor and Mezzanine seats are $45, Balcony seats are $35 - all seats are reserved. Tickets are available at the Masonic Box Office, Mon-Fri 9-5.Charge by phone at 815-233-0513Online - www.freeportmasonictemple.org Thanks to our title sponsors:Jansen HeatingRock River Valley Blood CenterBoss One Carpets
Famous Fossil Winery
Heritage, our sweet red wine that is a blend of old-fashioned grapes from local vineyards, is in the bottle and ready for you to enjoy. We still have some bottles of Summer Rhubarb available but it is selling fast. We’ll be releasing several more wines throughout the spring so watch your e-mails or visit the website.
We now have 9 different wines, from dry to sweet. Take a drive to Famous Fossil Winery. You are sure to find the perfect wine for your weekend.
Wineglass Painting will be this Saturday, March 19, at 3:00. $10 includes a 12 oz. wineglass and paints and samples. You don’t have to be an artist to make a memorable wineglass just for you. Call ahead to make sure a seat is reserved for you.
Slainte to all our Irish friends!
Ken & Pam Rosmann
Famous Fossil Vineyard & Winery
395 W. Cedarville Rd., Freeport, IL 61032
815.563.4665 www.famousfossilwinery.com
Open 11-5:30 Wed-Sat, 12-5 Sundays
The Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE), the Freeport Chamber of Commerce Not for Profit Council and the University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County are pleased to announce the continuation of their Leadership Cafe series for non-profit leaders and board members. For the second year, the organizations will work collaboratively to plan and facilitate lunch meetings which will feature a speaker on a topic relevant to non profits. Read More...
Free FHN Program Can Help You Prevent or Delay Diabetes
FREEPORT, Ill., March 7, 2011 — Diabetes, a serious disease with complications that can cause disability and death, has reached epidemic levels in the American population. Millions of people considered at risk of developing diabetes could prevent or delay the disease by changing their lifestyle.
Learn how you could prevent or delay diabetes at Small Steps Big Rewards, a diabetes education program prevented free of charge by FHN. This two-hour workshop focused on the importance of regular exercise and a healthy diet will begin at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 24 in the Globe Room on the lower level of FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport.
Registration is required for this program. Call toll-free 1-877-6000-FHN (1-877-600-0346) ext. 952 to register. For more information on Small Steps Big Rewards and other diabetes education programs at FHN, visit
www.fhn.org.
LEADERSHIP CAFÉ
For Non Profit Leaders and Board Members
Through a partnership between the Freeport Chamber of Commerce, the University of Illinois Extension and the Northern Illinois Center for Non Profit Excellence, we will continue to offer the popular Leadership Café series for non-profit administrators and board members.
We are pleased to announce the next Leadership Café program in 2011:
Pam Clark Reidenbach, Director, Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence at Rockford College, will present:
“Strategic Thinking”-We need to be creative and strategic as we face change within our organizations. Discuss the Five Most Important Questions You Will Ever Ask About Your Organization
TUESDAY, March 15, 2011
12 Noon – 1:00 PM
StephensonCounty Farm Bureau Building
210 W. Spring Street
Freeport, IL 61032
Registration for Cafe (including lunch) $10.00
The cost of the Leadership Café series is being subsidized by the NICNE Stephenson County Scholarship Program which is made possible by a donation from the Freeport Community Foundation and the partnership with the University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County. The scholarship provides 50% of the registration fee for any NICNE program, locally or in Rockford, for Non Profits in and serving Stephenson County. Without this scholarship program, the cost of the café would be $20.
For more information about NICNE, please visit: http://www.rockford.edu/?page=NICNE
RSVP by Thursday, March 10, 2011 to University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County, (815) 235-4125, mklarson@illinois.edu or register online (with credit card):
http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/stephenson
Stephenson County Historical Society and the Freeport Public Library to sponsor a series of lectures
"Don't forget the women" is the theme of the 2011 Lectures in American History Series sponsored by the Stephenson County Historical Society and the Freeport Public Library Foundation. The popular series will feature seven lectures by area historians, all focusing on some aspect of the role of women in American history. All lectures are held in the Freeport Public Library, begin at 7:00 PM on the dates listed below, and are open to the public free of charge.
The roles of Frances Willard (1839-1898) and Carrie Nation (1846-1911) in the temperance and reform movements of the 19th century will be the topic of James B. Winker on Thursday, March 17th.
One of the major personalities in securing the right for women to vote, Alice Paul (1885-1977), will be the topic of Remy Finch Garard on Thursday, March 24th.
The post-White House life of Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962) will be discussed by Dr. Andy Dvorak on Thursday, March 31st.
How the changing role of women in the late 1800s was reflected in women's clothing will be the topic of Suzy Beggin-Craft on Monday, April 4th.
The last monarch of Hawaii, Queen Lil'uokalani (1838-1917) is Jim Phillips' topic on Wednesday, April 13th.
The series will end on Monday, April 18th when Dr. Martin Quirk discusses the role of women homesteaders on the American prairie.
Coffee and cookies are provided at every lecture.
Business Transition Planning Workshop at Stephenson County Farm Bureau Building
If you are thinking about retiring or selling your business in the next few years we invite you to a workshop called
“Business Transition Planning”. Local Expert Mike Fager who has written a book on the subject will lead a
discussion on how you should take action now to begin the transition though process.
Date: March 16, 2011
Time: 10:30 am -12:00pm
or
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Cost: Free Admission
at the Stephenson County Farm Bureau Building
Hosted by Freeport Area Chamber of Commerce, Freeport Downtown Development, and Stephenson County Farm Bureau
Please RSVP by March 14, 2011 by calling the Freeport Chamber of Commerce (815)233-1350 or email julie.huber@freeportilchamber.com and let us know which session you would like to attend!
PLAGER, KRUG AND BAUER, LTD.
Presents
Estate Planning in Uncertain Times
Planning When Congress Operates on a 2 Year Time Horizon
Experienced attorneys of Plager, Krug & Bauer, Ltd. will discuss challenging issues dealing with estate planning in 2011 and more, as well as review current trends and developments in estate planning. There is free admission; however, reservations are requested. Please call (815) 235-1212 or toll-free (800) 373-4109 or e-mail pkb@plager-law.com. The law firm invites the public to this timely and informative FREE seminar at one of the following:
Tuesday, March 15 at 1:00 p.m., Co-sponsored with State Bank of Davis, 100 Rt. 75, Davis. Wednesday, March 16 at 6:30 p.m., Co-sponsored with Lena State Bank, 915 S. Logan, Lena. Thursday, March 17 at 2:30 p.m., Co-sponsored with Mt. Morris Union Savings Bank, 2 W. Main Street, Mount Morris. Tuesday, March 22 at 2:00 p.m. at Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas St., Freeport. Wednesday, March 23 at 2:00 p.m., Co-sponsored with Country Insurance and Financial Services, Robert Dittmar and Adam Meador, at Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau, 212 N. Main St., Elizabeth
ADVENTURES IN ANTIQUING EXPO HAS
OPENED AT THE VISITORS CENTER
The Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center has opened a new Expo, "Stephenson County: Adventures in Antiquing", featuring nine local antique shops located in Freeport, Lena, Ridott and Rock City. The Expo showcases a selection of antiques from each shop including rocking chairs, tables, chests, toys, tins, china, and more. Many of the items may be purchased at the Expo, or visitors are encouraged to visit each of the shops to see their complete inventory of items. According to Margaret Murphy Campbell, assistant at the Visitors Center, who planned and organized the Expo, antiquing is something in which many of the visitors to Northwest Illinois are interested. "We are often asked for a list of local shops so we felt that this Expo was an ideal way to showcase our local stores and their variety of antiques. Our goal is that the Expo gives the visitors enough of a flavor of what is available to get them to go to the shops themselves." Participating antique stores include: Celia’s Gifts, Antiques, Home Furnishings; The Empty Attic; Fran’s Fantastic Antiques, Collectibles, Etc.; Lena Mercantile Company; Luecke’s Antique Mall, Memories From Yesteryear Antique Gallery; Raccoon Hollow Antiques; Reclaimed Treasures Antiques; and Rock Run Peddler. The Expo will be on display at the Center through April 10.
The Visitors Center, located at 4596 US Highway 20 east of Freeport, is open daily from 8 am to 6 pm. Funded by private donations, the Center is designed to promote economic growth in Freeport and Stephenson County. Further information may be obtained by contacting the Visitors Center at 815-233-1357.
American Cancer Society Relay for Life Kick Off & Expo
The American Cancer Society is creating a world with less cancer...and more birthdays! You can inspire hope for a world free of cancer. Your participation at Relay For Life funds the American Cancer Society's mission to save lives by helping people stay well and get well, by finding cures and fighting back. Join us at the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Stephenson County Kick Off & Expo Saturday, March 19 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Lincoln Mall in Freeport. Come get details about the 2011 Relay For Life of Stephenson County, register your Relay For Life team for the discounted $50 registration fee and pick up your team packet, learn about the American Cancer Society and their programs and services, purchase Luminaria in memory or in honor of loved ones touched by cancer and register for the Survivor Celebration Dinner. Relay For Life teams will also have booths at the event where they will be selling an assortment of products and services ranging from candles, t-shirts, jewelry, baked goods, cookbooks, games and much more! All proceeds to benefit the Relay For Life of Stephenson County. For more information contact Sara Abrahamson at 815-229-6958 or sara.abrahamson@cancer.org.
People First Language
At RAMP there are certain things that make us cringe. Hearing someone say a person is “wheelchair bound” or calling people with disabilities “the disabled” or “handicapped”. We like to focus on a person’s abilities, not their disabilities. While we are busy educating youth in the communities we serve, we are missing the adults in our community that are unaware of people first language. The best way to explain people first language and give examples is sharing what our friends at Associations Now put together in a December 2007 article entitled Disabilities Etiquette 101. This is a great resource for the media who can take the lead in using people first language and even share with the entire community.
Help the Girl Scouts
GSNI is currently looking for additional cookie booth sale locations. Cookie booths are the final phase of the Girl Scout Cookie Program and allow girls to learn another way to market their product—through direct sales to the public! If you submit your business location for a booth sale site and are chosen by a troop, you will receive a free business listing on GSNI’s “Cookie Locator,” available on both the council’s website and as a smart phone app viewed by cookie customers in over 16 counties!
Girls will be selling cookies at various times on weekends inside area locations from February 25-March 20, 2011. If your business would be willing to host a booth during this time, please e-mail Chris at cerrera@girlscoutsni.org.
Cafeteria, Break Room, or Presentation Sales what could make employees love lunch or break time even more? Girl Scout Cookies! If your business could host a Girl Scout selling cookies in the cafeteria during lunch time or setting up a table in the break room, you could help that girl reach her sales goals!
The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Illinois are looking for mentors for the 2011-2012 school year
In just one hour a week during the school year and on school grounds, you can make a difference in the life of a child aged 6 to 16. The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Illinois In-School Mentoring Program is seeking prospective mentors from the community for the 2011 – 2012 school year. Training and ongoing guidance and support are provided. “You don’t have to be a math whiz or a super speller to help kids in our In-School Mentoring program,” said Sharon Mockridge, community educator for BBBS of Northwest Illinois, a program of FHN Family Counseling Center. “Mentors act as a friend and role model, and help students learn to set attainable goals and improve their communication and decision-making skills.” The mentor relationship consists of a one-hour weekly visit in the school through the school year. For more information or to become a mentor, visit www.fhn.org or contact Sharon Mockridge at FHN Family Counseling Center in Freeport at 815-599-7344.
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