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The Rise and Fall of the Berlin Wall

with German Historian Anette Isaacs
2024-10-22 19:00:00 2024-10-22 20:00:00 America/Chicago The Rise and Fall of the Berlin Wall Join German Historian and Ex-Berliner Anette Isaacs, as she presents you with a historical and political overview of this painful but also almost miraculous phase in Berlin’s intriguing history. Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Tuesday, October 22
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-22 19:00:00 2024-10-22 20:00:00 America/Chicago The Rise and Fall of the Berlin Wall Join German Historian and Ex-Berliner Anette Isaacs, as she presents you with a historical and political overview of this painful but also almost miraculous phase in Berlin’s intriguing history. Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Wood Dale Public Library

Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Join German Historian and Ex-Berliner Anette Isaacs, as she presents you with a historical and political overview of this painful but also almost miraculous phase in Berlin’s intriguing history.

With its rise on August 13th 1961, the course of Germany’s and especially of Berlin’s history took a tragic turn. It would take 28 years, until the 9th of November 1989, to tear down this cruel and inhuman symbol of Germany´s division, thus giving birth to yet another period in this European nation’s evolution.

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EVENT TYPE: | Online | Adult Program |

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Kids' Flicks
Fri, Jun 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Escape the heat with a movie and light refreshments at the Library. Attendees vote on the movie!
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Balloon Creation Station
Fri, Jun 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Jason Kollum teaches how to make fun balloon sculptures to take home, including a basic dog, lightsaber, hat, and more!
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Cheesecloth Ghost Craft
Sat, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Make a cute ghost friend out of cheesecloth! Note: this craft is messy, so please dress accordingly.
Baby Time
Mon, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
This interactive program includes rhymes, songs, and games. Start with 20 minutes of guided pre-reader activities, followed by 10 minutes of play and socialization for both you and baby.
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STEAM Tots
Mon, Jun 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2,Outdoor Patio
Learn and play with STEAM! Each session explores different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art, or math, geared toward a younger audience.
Animal Lovers' Storytime: Hedgehogs - Session 1
Mon, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 2:25pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet‑and‑greet! Please choose one time slot per session.
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Animal Lovers' Storytime: Hedgehogs - Session 2
Mon, Jun 22, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet‑and‑greet! Please choose one time slot per session.
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The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Study Room 3
Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Join The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group facilitated by an LPC for a 5-week session. To register or for more information, call the facilitator at 630-464-9179.
Father Time!
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Celebrate the special papa in your life! Let's read books, sing songs, and create a special Father’s Day keepsake to take home.
Family Game Night
Tue, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Play a favorite game or learn a new one as a family! You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like.
Narcan Training
Tue, Jun 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Learn to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose, how to administer Narcan, and what substance use and overdose trends look like in DuPage County. Narcan spray to take home is included.
Toddler Time
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Have fun in this interactive pre-reader storytime with books, songs, and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.
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Loom Knitting
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn to make a scarf or a hat, work on your existing projects, or start something new.
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Ami-Adorables
Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Create a charming, miniature stuffie! Join us for this nine-week step-by-step amigurumi class where we’ll learn to make an octopus and a cat.
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AI for Everyday Life
Wed, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Try ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini for writing, planning, research tasks, travel planning, and more.
Roar and Explore
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Discover stories and games that blend fun with learning! After the stories, explore games and puzzles with your new friends.
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Sewing 101 for Teens
Thu, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn the basics of how to sew by hand! Work on an existing project or start something new.
Family Entertainment Night - Scales & Tales Traveling Zoo
Thu, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Get ready for a wild family night filled with hands‑on encounters and plenty of smiles as friendly creatures visit the Library for an unforgettable experience!
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Slime-a-thon
Fri, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
What's better than fun? Slime, of course! Join us for an hour full of slime making. Messy clothes are strongly recommended!
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Cartooning Class
Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Create your own collectible cartoon critters with Mark Anderson! Mix wild features like extra legs, glowing eyes, and crazy tails, then decide who wins in an epic critter clash.
Monthly Movie Showing: Little Women (2019)
Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Experience Greta Gerwig’s retelling of Little Women, Lousia May Alcott's classic novel, which follows the March sisters as they navigate love, ambition, and independence in 19th‑century Massachusetts.
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Intermediate Word for Seniors
Sat, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Enhance documents with tables, images, and styles for polished results.
Yoga Adventure
Mon, Jun 29, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a yoga adventure! Experience a story through yoga poses, then play games and make a craft. Bring your own yoga mat/towel or use one of ours.
Animal Lovers' Storytime: Rabbits - Session 1
Mon, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 2:25pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet‑and‑greet! Please choose one time slot per session.
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Animal Lovers' Storytime: Rabbits - Session 2
Mon, Jun 29, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet‑and‑greet! Please choose one time slot per session.
Hamilton Sing-Along
Mon, Jun 29, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a Hamilton sing-along! Rated PG-13.
Adventures in Art!
Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Join us on an adventure in art! Use your imagination and creativity to explore art together and create a piece of art to display at home.
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Family STEAM Night
Tue, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Try out some fun STEAM activities as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like.
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Office Hours
Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby
Meet with Congressman Krishnamoorthi’s staff! Stop by with any questions you may have about federal topics including social security, veterans’ affairs, immigration, and taxes.
Toddler Time
Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Have fun in this interactive pre-reader storytime with books, songs, and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.
Loom Knitting
Wed, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn to make a scarf or a hat, work on your existing projects, or start something new.
Ami-Adorables
Wed, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Keep working on your stuffies! We’ll keep working step-by-step on our amigurumi octopus and cat. You must have attended the sessions in June.
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Roar and Explore
Thu, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Discover stories and games that blend fun with learning! After the stories, explore games and puzzles with your new friends.
Resin Craft
Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Make a cool resin figure for your room!
Family Entertainment Night - Big Run Wolf Ranch
Thu, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Meet a Canadian lynx, porcupine, opossum, and armadillo and learn more about what makes these animals so unique.
VR Games
Fri, Jul 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Ready, set, play! Strap in and play games using our Meta Quest VR headsets.
VR Games
Fri, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Ready, set, play! Strap in and play games using our Meta Quest VR headsets.
Library Closed
Sat, Jul 04, All day
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The Library is closed on Independence Day.
Baby Time
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
This interactive program includes rhymes, songs, and games. Start with 20 minutes of guided pre-reader activities, followed by 10 minutes of play and socialization for both you and baby.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
STEAM Tots
Mon, Jul 06, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn and play with STEAM! Each session explores different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art, or math, geared toward a younger audience.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Animal Lovers’ Storytime: Turtle - Session 1
Mon, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 2:25pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet and greet! Please choose one time slot per session.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Animal Lovers’ Storytime: Turtles - Session 2
Mon, Jul 06, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet and greet! Please choose one time slot per session.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Jul 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Drop in and discover a new hobby with the North Suburban Carvers! Join the learning and carving session—no experience needed.
Paw-some Potholders
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Spend an afternoon creating durable, handmade potholders in this hands-on workshop!
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Family Movie Night: Finding Dory (2016)
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Cool down and enjoy a screening of the movie Finding Dory as a family. Light refreshments provided. Runtime: 97 minutes. MPA rating PG.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Impressionist Wine Bottle Painting
Tue, Jul 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Turn your wine bottle into art! Listen to classical music as internationally displayed gallery artist Lorrisa Julianus guides you on how to paint Impressionist-inspired designs.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Senior Sip and Stroll
Wed, Jul 08, 9:00am - 11:00am
White Oaks Park (111 S Wood Dale Rd) 
Enjoy light refreshments as you take a morning stroll with friends at White Oaks Park! This program is in partnership with the Wood Dale Park District.
Toddler Time
Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Have fun in this interactive pre-reader storytime with books, songs, and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.
Loom Knitting
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn to make a scarf or a hat, work on your existing projects, or start something new.
Ami-Adorables
Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Keep working on your stuffies! We’ll keep working step-by-step on our amigurumi octopus and cat. You must have attended the sessions in June.
This event is full
Yarn Shark
Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Celebrate Shark Week by creating your own shark with yarn.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let’s play Dungeons & Dragons! Join a campaign with others and learn how to play the game.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Roar and Explore
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Discover stories and games that blend fun with learning! After the stories, explore games and puzzles with your new friends.
Sewing 101 for Teens
Thu, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn the basics of how to sew by hand. Work on an existing project or start something new.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Mathnasium of Wood Dale - Tabling Event
Thu, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby
Stop by and learn about the services offered by Mathnasium! Learn about opportunities to keep math skills sharp this summer and discover ways to help students prepare for the upcoming school year.
Family Entertainment Night - Mr. Taps: The King of Whimsical Dance
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Tap the night away with Mr. Taps! Watch him perform, then learn how to tap dance yourself. Tap shoes will be provided.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Adult Crafting and Social Circle
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join our monthly crafting circle! Bring your materials, spend time working on your needlework, crocheting, quilting, knitting, etc., and socialize with other crafty people.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Book Explorers: Commotion in the Ocean
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Join us for a reading of Commotion in the Ocean, then enjoy a fun activity based on the book.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Glowing Coral Creations
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Transform an empty egg carton into a beautiful light-up coral creation!
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Sharknado Experiment
Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Wrap up Shark Week by creating your very own Sharknado!
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Voice Assistants and Smart Speakers for Seniors
Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Learn how devices like Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri can help with reminders, questions, music, and everyday tasks at home.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Yoga Adventure
Mon, Jul 13, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a yoga adventure! Experience a story through yoga poses, then play games and make a craft. Bring your own yoga mat/towel or use one of ours.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Animal Lovers’ Storytime: Armadillo & Pigeon - Session 1
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 2:25pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet and greet! Please choose one time slot per session.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Animal Lovers’ Storytime: Armadillo & Pigeon - Session 2
Mon, Jul 13, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet and greet! Please choose one time slot per session.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
State Senator Lewis & State Rep. Sanalitro I-CASH Event
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
State Senator Seth Lewis & State Rep. Jennifer Sanalitro host the Illinois State Treasurer's Office to help residents locate unclaimed property.
Adventures in Art!
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Join us on an adventure in art! Use your imagination and creativity to explore art together and create a piece of art to display at home.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Polish Storytime
Tue, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Enjoy this fun storytime in the Polish language, then stay and play at the Library.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Smart Shopper
Tue, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Learn to shop confidently by balancing needs and budgets, comparing prices, spotting scams, maximizing deals, and making ethical, sustainable choices.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Toddler Time
Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Have fun in this interactive pre-reader storytime with books, songs, and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.
Loom Knitting
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn to make a scarf or a hat, work on your existing projects, or start something new.
Chair Yoga and Tai Chi
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Move, think, flow, and relax with stretching, brain games, and tai chi. Stand or stay comfy in your chair; all mobility levels are welcome.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Ami-Adorables
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Keep working on your stuffies! We’ll keep working step-by-step on our amigurumi octopus and cat. You must have attended the sessions in June.
This event is full
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let’s play Dungeons & Dragons! Join a campaign with others and learn how to play the game.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Roar and Explore
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Discover stories and games that blend fun with learning! After the stories, explore games and puzzles with your new friends.
Sewing 101 for Teens
Thu, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn the basics of how to sew by hand. Work on an existing project or start something new.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Family Entertainment Night - Magic of Zack Percell
Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Enjoy an unforgettable night full of magic, tricks, and family fun!
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Nonfiction Readers' Club - A Kingdom Strange by James Horn
Thu, Jul 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Join other nonfiction enthusiasts for engaging discussions about history, science, memoirs and everything in between!
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Kids' Flicks
Fri, Jul 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Get out of the heat with a cool, refreshing movie at the Library. Attendees get to vote on the movie they want to watch. Light refreshments provided.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Randall Oaks Zoo
Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
We all know Batman, Wonder Woman, and Spider-Man. But do you know that many animals have superpowers as well? Learn about the amazing things that animals can do!
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am
Midsummer Mardi Gras Murder - Mystery Game
Fri, Jul 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room
Imagine you've been invited to a Mardi Gras party hosted by the governor of Louisiana—which suddenly turns into a murder mystery! Now you must work together with other party guests to find the killer.
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STEAM Saturday
Sat, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Come and play with STEAM! Join us for this open play with all things STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) related. There will be something for everyone.
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