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Aug. 9: Recession Fears and Riots

A bumpy ride both at home and abroad.

It was a day that saw one of the worst stock drops in the history of the New York Stock Exchange. And 3,500 miles away in London, it was a day filled with some of the worst social unrest in a quarter century. 

So what will today bring? Be sure to check back with Patch for local reaction to developments—both abroad and here at home. 

1. With the Dow shedding more than 600 points Monday, on how to help you (and your 401K) weather the storm. 

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2. Parents: Habana Outpost will host its weekly Breakfast Playdate All are welcome. 

3. The Audre Lorde Project, a group representing LGBT people of color, will hold a Project SOS Collective Volunteer Meeting

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4. Urban Outfitters + = Pretty (and comfy-looking!) jersey dresses. 

5. The Myrtle Avenue Community-run Farm Stand sets up shop from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. today at 177 Myrtle Ave. at Prince Street. 


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