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Tuesday November 18, 2025
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Learn to Knit with Deena - Learn to Knit with Deena
Ready to pick up a new hobby this winter? Join Deena for a cozy, hands-on introduction to knitting! In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the basics: how to cast on, knit, and cast off, with step-by-step guidance. Deena will help you build confidence as you begin your first simple project (a scarf) and learn tips to keep your stitches neat. All students are required to bring a set of size 7, 10" needles and a skein of worsted weight encore yarn (your choice of color). These items can be purchased locally at Marblehead Knits, or online at various retailers.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Flow & Restore Candlelight Yoga - Candlelight Yoga Series (all 5 classes)
Join certified 200-hour yoga instructor Mary Katherine for a soothing evening of candlelight yoga. This class blends gentle slow-flow and restorative poses to help you move with intention and ease. You’ll begin with mindful movement to calm the body and quiet the mind, then melt into deep rest as soft candlelight and calming music set the tone for renewal. Perfect for all levels, this class is ideal for anyone seeking relaxation, recovering from stress or illness, or looking to complement other fitness routines with balance and mindfulness.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Flow & Restore Candlelight Yoga - Candlelight Yoga Series (single session)
Join certified 200-hour yoga instructor Mary Katherine for a soothing evening of candlelight yoga. This class blends gentle slow-flow and restorative poses to help you move with intention and ease. You’ll begin with mindful movement to calm the body and quiet the mind, then melt into deep rest as soft candlelight and calming music set the tone for renewal. Perfect for all levels, this class is ideal for anyone seeking relaxation, recovering from stress or illness, or looking to complement other fitness routines with balance and mindfulness.
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Mussel Shell Tree Workshop - Mussel Shell Tree Workshop
Bring a touch of the beach into your home this season! Join us to create your own beautiful mussel shell tree, a festive, coastal-inspired decoration that’s truly one-of-a-kind. Choose your finish: natural, sparkling, pearly, or glossy/ Each shell has been ethically collected from North Shore beaches by local artisan Kelly and her mom, making this workshop both creative and sustainably inspired.
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Thursday November 20, 2025
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6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Thanksgiving Cookie Workshop - Thanksgiving Cookie Class
Get festive (and a little flour-dusted!) this November with a special Thanksgiving Cookie Decorating Workshop in partnership with Sweet Emmy’s. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the art of icing flooding, piping, and layering techniques to create a stunning 8-piece turkey cookie set — perfect for your holiday table or to gift to friends and family. Led by Sweet Emmy’s founder, Emily, this workshop is perfect for beginners and seasoned decorators alike. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with beautifully decorated cookies and new skills to show off at your Thanksgiving feast!
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6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Great Autumn Puzzle-Off - Fall Puzzle-Off
Fall into fun at Swampscott Rec’s first-ever Puzzle Competition! Gather your team of four and race against the clock to see who can piece it together the fastest. Details:
$35 per team of 4
Includes dinner and drinks to keep you fueled - thank you to Jersey Mikes, Swampscott!
Each team takes home their competition puzzle
Winning team receives a special grand prize!
Plus, join our Puzzle Swap! Bring any puzzle(s) you have at home that you’ve already completed or no longer want, and trade them for something new to enjoy this fall.A perfect night out for friends, families, or puzzle lovers of all ages! Only one member per team needs to register.
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Tuesday December 2, 2025
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Learn to Knit with Deena - Learn to Knit with Deena
Ready to pick up a new hobby this winter? Join Deena for a cozy, hands-on introduction to knitting! In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the basics: how to cast on, knit, and cast off, with step-by-step guidance. Deena will help you build confidence as you begin your first simple project (a scarf) and learn tips to keep your stitches neat. All students are required to bring a set of size 7, 10" needles and a skein of worsted weight encore yarn (your choice of color). These items can be purchased locally at Marblehead Knits, or online at various retailers.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Flow & Restore Candlelight Yoga - Candlelight Yoga Series (all 5 classes)
Join certified 200-hour yoga instructor Mary Katherine for a soothing evening of candlelight yoga. This class blends gentle slow-flow and restorative poses to help you move with intention and ease. You’ll begin with mindful movement to calm the body and quiet the mind, then melt into deep rest as soft candlelight and calming music set the tone for renewal. Perfect for all levels, this class is ideal for anyone seeking relaxation, recovering from stress or illness, or looking to complement other fitness routines with balance and mindfulness.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Flow & Restore Candlelight Yoga - Candlelight Yoga Series (single session)
Join certified 200-hour yoga instructor Mary Katherine for a soothing evening of candlelight yoga. This class blends gentle slow-flow and restorative poses to help you move with intention and ease. You’ll begin with mindful movement to calm the body and quiet the mind, then melt into deep rest as soft candlelight and calming music set the tone for renewal. Perfect for all levels, this class is ideal for anyone seeking relaxation, recovering from stress or illness, or looking to complement other fitness routines with balance and mindfulness.
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Friday December 5, 2025
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Series with Cara Gilman - Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Single Session
The holidays are coming, and so is your reminder to prioritize YOU.Join us for a high-energy yoga series designed for those who are ready to move, sweat, and reconnect with their strength. Through upbeat, flow-based classes, you’ll release stress, boost your energy, and rediscover how powerful it feels to move for you.This isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence, confidence, and self-love through movement. Step onto your mat, shake off the holiday chaos, and rediscover how strong, grounded, and vibrant you truly are.Expect strong, empowering sequences and a supportive, upbeat vibe that leaves you feeling refreshed, confident, and centered, ready to take on the season with calm and clarity.
You’ll leave each class feeling:
Stronger in your body
Calmer in your mind
More connected to yourself
This is your space to sweat, smile, and shine through the season.
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Saturday December 6, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 2 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops K-1 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops K-2 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 3 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 3 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 4-5 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 4-5 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Inaugural Dreidel Competition - Dreidel Competition
Join Swampscott Recreation and the Lappin Foundation/PJ Library for the inaugural Dreidel Competition! Open to all!Get ready for an evening of Hanukkah fun featuring festive crafts, delicious latkes (potato pancakes), and a lively dreidel spin-off with prizes for the top winners! We’ll also enjoy a Hanukkah story and explore the holiday’s rich traditions together.The evening will close with a short, meditative Havdalah (separation) service, a beautiful ritual marking the transition from one week to the next week, a moment to reflect, reset, and set intentions for the days ahead.Come celebrate community, light, and laughter as we spin our way into Hanukkah!
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Tuesday December 9, 2025
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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Scandinavian Star Ornament Workshop - Scandinavian Star Ornament Workshop
Join local artist Karlene Ball for this fun workshop where you will learn to make three Scandinavian star ornaments. The star is connected to Scandinavian Christmas traditions, particularly Advent, where a star is lit to symbolize the start of the holiday season.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Flow & Restore Candlelight Yoga - Candlelight Yoga Series (all 5 classes)
Join certified 200-hour yoga instructor Mary Katherine for a soothing evening of candlelight yoga. This class blends gentle slow-flow and restorative poses to help you move with intention and ease. You’ll begin with mindful movement to calm the body and quiet the mind, then melt into deep rest as soft candlelight and calming music set the tone for renewal. Perfect for all levels, this class is ideal for anyone seeking relaxation, recovering from stress or illness, or looking to complement other fitness routines with balance and mindfulness.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Flow & Restore Candlelight Yoga - Candlelight Yoga Series (single session)
Join certified 200-hour yoga instructor Mary Katherine for a soothing evening of candlelight yoga. This class blends gentle slow-flow and restorative poses to help you move with intention and ease. You’ll begin with mindful movement to calm the body and quiet the mind, then melt into deep rest as soft candlelight and calming music set the tone for renewal. Perfect for all levels, this class is ideal for anyone seeking relaxation, recovering from stress or illness, or looking to complement other fitness routines with balance and mindfulness.
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Friday December 12, 2025
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Series with Cara Gilman - Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Single Session
The holidays are coming, and so is your reminder to prioritize YOU.Join us for a high-energy yoga series designed for those who are ready to move, sweat, and reconnect with their strength. Through upbeat, flow-based classes, you’ll release stress, boost your energy, and rediscover how powerful it feels to move for you.This isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence, confidence, and self-love through movement. Step onto your mat, shake off the holiday chaos, and rediscover how strong, grounded, and vibrant you truly are.Expect strong, empowering sequences and a supportive, upbeat vibe that leaves you feeling refreshed, confident, and centered, ready to take on the season with calm and clarity.
You’ll leave each class feeling:
Stronger in your body
Calmer in your mind
More connected to yourself
This is your space to sweat, smile, and shine through the season.
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Saturday December 13, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 2 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops K-1 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elf Workshop - Elf Workshop
Get your elf ready for the holidays! In this creative, hands-on workshop, kids will design and make accessories for their very own Elf on the Shelf (or any holiday helper they have at home). Using festive fabrics, trims, and lots of imagination, participants will sew, glue, and decorate custom elf accessories. Perfect for ages 6 and up, this workshop encourages creativity and holiday spirit, plus every child goes home with their own handmade elf accessories!
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9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops K-2 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 3 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 3 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 4-5 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 4-5 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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