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Fun Boston Family Event: Digging for Mastodons at the Museum of Natural History

Do you (or your children) dream of a time with giant mastodons roamed Earth, camels and sloths dominated their environments, and mammoths exerted a giant

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Boston Theatre District Shows, Theater Events Schedule, Kids Shows, Tickets

Use this list of Boston Theatre District shows to plan which performances you want to see, find great seats, and get theater tickets. Includes best Boston shows for kids.

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Boston Event Calendar June 2012 - Best Things to Do in Boston

Boston Event Calendar for June lists best things to do in Boston in June. Bruins Duck Boat Parade, Free Friday Flicks, Harborfest, Dragon Boat Festival, and more.

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Boston Theatre District Shows | Boston Theater Schedule | Kids Shows

These Boston Theatre District shows from 2011 took place in 2011.

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Boston Event Calendar February 2012, Best Things to Do in Boston in February

Boston Event Calendar February 2012 includes best Boston events: Bruins and Celtics games, Valentine's Day, Beanpot Tournament, shows, sci-fi festival, and more!

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New Oreans Style: Mardi Gras at The Beehive in Boston

Boston may not exactly be New Orleans or Rio - but all the more reason to find a fun Mardi Gras celebration to brighten up February with some great food

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Boston Tourist Tips for February 2012 | Super Bowl, Valentines Day, Beanpot

Boston Tourist Tips for February 2012 brings you news about top Boston events, including the Patriots in the Super Bowl, Valentine's Day, and Beanpot Hockey.

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Getting to College Visits in Boston

We're visiting Boston area and Worcester colleges in February and don't want to deal with a car. We're landing at Logan at 8pm Sunday and have a campus

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Best Boston Hotel Discounts for College Campus Visits

Find out where to get the best Boston hotel discounts when you visit Boston to tour our local colleges and universities.

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Super Bowl Parties in Boston Bars

Question: Can you suggest which Boston bars are hosting Super Bowl parties where you pay a cover charge and are therefore guaranteed to get in so you

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New England Patriots Jersey | Team Jerseys, Jackets, Merchandise

Show your love with a New England Patriots jersey. Best Patriots team jerseys, jackets, other merchandise for the Super Bowl Champions. Check for free shipping.

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Boston Event Calendar April 2012, Marathon, Patriots Day

Check the Boston Event Calendar April 2012 for details about the Boston Marathon, Patriot's Day celebrations, Red Sox tickets and games, film festivals, concerts, shows, and more!

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New England Boat Show - Bigger and Better than Ever!

Are you ready for the 2012 boating season? Every February, Boston's New England Boat Show reminds us that spring is right around the corner - and it's

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Boston Event Calendar March 2012 - Best Things to Do in Boston

Boston Event Calendar for March 2012 lists fun things to do - Boston Restaurant Week, St. Patrick's Day, film festivals, sports, concerts, and more!

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Boston Theater Guide, Theatre District Venues, Shows, Tickets

Enjoy excellent Boston theater performances and shows. Guide to Boston Theatre District entertainment and theater locations. Tickets.

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Wheelock College - Improving the lives of children

Wheelock College offers educational programs focused on improving the lives of children and families. Boston-based Wheelock combines classroom learning, field work, and international service.

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New England Patriots at the Super Bowl

For the 5th time since 2002, the New England Patriots will be heading to the Super Bowl, this time to play against the Giants, their nemesis in the 2008 Super Bowl - so get ready for an intense, exciting game!   Even though the game, scheduled for Sunday, February 5 at 6pm, is being played in Indianapolis, plenty of celebrating will be happening in Boston.  Find the 5 best places to watch the Super Bowl in Boston and cheer the Pats to victory.

Boston Marathon Hotels, Find Hotels near Boston Marathon Route

Find Boston Marathon hotels and best rates, where to stay near the Boston Marathon start line, finish line, and along the route.

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Boston Marathon Qualifying Times 2012 | BAA Race Requirements

Learn about Boston Marathon qualifying times for 2012 and 2013 in all divisions so you can start your Boston Marathon training program and qualify to run.

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Boston Marathon Route Mile by Mile | Course Map

Find out what to expect along each mile of the Boston Marathon Route. Map, mile by mile course description, elevations, and tips about best viewing locations.

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