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  • A Friday Photo: Jazz for the Bears

    A Friday Photo: Jazz for the Bears

    Is this bear enjoying the music? Or is it just waiting for a chance to take a swipe at the musicians through the bars.

    November 2, 2012

    • Washington, D.C.

    By Mark Jones

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