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Picture of the Day: A Cuddly Welcome Wagon
This stuffed bear is ready for visitors.

Caitlin is a writer and editor who was born, raised and still resides in Gravesend, Brooklyn. She previously worked as a financial news reporter for Wall Street Letter, and has also written for publications including the New York Observer, DNAinfo.com, City A.M., The Daily Mail and TheCelebrityCafe.com.
She earned a B.A. in communications and journalism with a minor in history from Marist College in 2011, where she also served as the managing editor of The Circle, Marist College's weekly student newspaper.
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This stuffed bear is ready for visitors.

What would you like to see in this empty Church Avenue storefront?
What better way to celebrate the summer than with a bunch of BBQ?
The Islamic Circle of North America is giving away school supplies on Coney Island Avenue before school begins this year.
There is no parking on East 17 Street due to filming of "The Following."
Head to Stratford Rd. from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a yard sale this weekend
Owners Romy Dorotan and Amy Besa runs more than your average pan-Asian eatery.
Art workshop for 3- to 6-year-olds to learn all about circles.
Tons to do and see in and around the neighborhood, including bike rides, the Church Avenue BID sidewalk sale and much more.
The report is the first ever comprehensive study of resources in Northern and Central Brooklyn
Marlborough Rd. between Cortelyou and Dorchester Roads will be closed from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
The conditions of the Ditmas Park playground on Argyle and Cortelyou Roads gives one resident cause for concern.
Fall bus information for parents and guardians provided by the Department of Education.
From 2-8 p.m. the bar and flowershop will be dishing out seasonal treats.
Thursdays in August, kids 12 and under ride free.
A list of book recommendations to get you through those precious few days left by the pool.
Hector Curtis, 40, was reported missing from within the confines of the 70th Precinct.
Ditmas Park events and information you won't want to miss.
The season may almost be over, but it's not too late to share your favorite summer shots!
The local watering hole has a jam-packed line-up this week.