US – Wednesday, March 17
Second helpings in Philly this spring
Movie sequels are rarely as good as the originals. So don’t think of these openings as sequels, but second acts.

 
Kansas, ‘mammals’ among tourney betting front-runners
If you were hoping to root for New England schools in the NCAA tournament this year, you’re mostly out of luck.

 
City gives eateries a lesson in ABCs
From Papaya King to Per Se, the city’s 25,000-plus restaurants will have to prominently display large report cards on their cleanliness starting in July.
 
The key to Kyoto
Kyoto’s temples and Geisha culture are legendary, but this city is no slouch when it comes to mixing in a large slice of contemporary, too.
 
Culture bracket is a ‘wonder’
We figured out why you love March so much. It’s not the basketball, it’s the brackets. We’ve come up with the ultimate sports and pop culture bracket. Sure, it’s a bit random, but it’s also a bit awesome. Here’s a breakdown of some key matchups:
 
City sport: Turnstile jumping
From Harlem to the West Village, fare skipping on the subways is rampant, a new MTA audit finds. And it will only get worse as the MTA prepares to let 450 station workers go, transit advocates warn.
Ever since the 127th Street entrance at 125th Street station lost its token booth agent, the subway entrance has become notoriously easy to sneak into, say both MTA employees and straphangers alike.
 
UConn a possibility again for Temple
The irony was not lost on Temple women’s basketball coach Tonya Cardoza.
 
Published 20:00, January the 5th, 2010
 
 

“AVATAR IN IMAX 3D” OFFICIAL CONTEST RULES

No payment, entry fee or purchase required to enter or win a prize. All entrants must be at least 18 years of age to participate.

  1. Sweepstakes Period: Metro’s “AVATAR IN IMAX 3D ” Contest will run January 6th at 5:00am to January 15th, 2010 at 11:59pm.

  1. Sponsor: METRO Boston, 320 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210

       

  1. Eligibility: To enter you must be a lawful permanent resident of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, New Hampshire, or Rhode Island, and be at least 18 years of age. Entries received from persons residing outside of the eligible geographic areas, or where restricted or prohibited by law, will be disqualified. Employees of Metro Boston, Metro LLC, Jordan’s Furniture, and their respective affiliates, parents, subsidiaries, officers, directors, shareholders, agents, advisors, independent contractors, representatives, and all others associated with the development and execution of this Sweepstakes, and the immediate family or members of the households of each, whether or not related, (collectively “Sweepstakes Entities”) are not eligible to participate in the Sweepstakes. The Sweepstakes is subject to all federal, state, and local laws and void where prohibited or restricted by Law.

4. How to enter: Follow the method of entry instructions as stated in the promotional ads by sending, via SMS messaging (“text”), the keyword JORDANSIMAX to the short code 89800. Limit 1 entry per person per day. Standard text messages apply. Incomplete/illegible entries will be disqualified. All entries become the property of Sponsor. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Metro is not responsible for any technological glitches with the text functionality, wireless reception issues, power outages, server outages, or any other technical issues that may affect one’s ability to enter via text. Contestants may also enter by sending a 3” x 5” postcard to “AVATAR IN IMAX 3D ”, c/o Metro Boston, 320 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02110. Be sure to reference the prize you are entering to win.

  1. Contestant Selection and Notification: All contestants will be selected from all eligible entries through a random drawing held on or about January 18th, 2010 by an employee of Metro, whose decisions on all matters related to these Official Rules will be final and binding. Odds of winning will depend on the total number of eligible entries received during the Sweepstakes Period. Contestants will be notified by telephone, at Sponsor’s discretion, on the day specified in the disclaimer portion of the contest ad. If being notified by phone, and in the event that a potential contestant is not home, a voicemail will be left with specific instructions.

  1. Prize: Five (5) winners will each receive four (4) tickets to a showing of “AVATAR IN IMAX 3D ” at the Verizon IMAX Theater at Jordan’s Furniture in either Reading or Natick, MA. Tickets are good for any screening at either theater during the entire run of the show, as long as the screening is not sold out. Taxes on a prize, and any other costs, fees, and expenses not explicitly stated herein are the sole responsibility of the prize winner.

Prize is non-transferable. No substitution for prize or redemption for cash permitted, except that Metro reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value in the event of prize unavailability.

Approximate Retail Value of each four pack: $50.00

  1. Sweepstakes Conditions: By entering the Sweepstakes, entrants agree to be bound by these Official Rules, that the decision of the judge will be final and binding, to be contacted by the Sponsor by e-mail, telephone, or mail, and to release, discharge, indemnify, and hold harmless each and every Sweepstakes Entity from and against any and all claims, damages, or liability for injuries, damages, losses, or actions of any kind resulting from participation in this Sweepstakes or any Sweepstakes-related activity.

  1. Rules/Winner’s List: To receive a list of the winner(s) or an additional copy of these Official Rules, send a self addressed, stamped envelope to Metro Boston, “AVATAR IN IMAX 3D ” Sweepstakes, 320 Congress Street, Boston, MA Attn: Marketing Department.

 
 
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MMMpod
The March MMMpod features conversation and music from Surfer Blood and The Allman Brothers Band (There's a double-bill you're not too likely to see. However, Gregg Allman does mention Hannah Montana!). We also speak with Vampire Weekend and the Dropkick Murphys.
 
 
 
 
Metro Life Panel
 
How to spend your tax refund like a pro
Spring is in the air: It’s time to hunt down the best deal on this season’s must-have sandals, indulge in one too many candy Easter eggs and, oh yeah, do your taxes.