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A roundup of notable Irish films from Kevin Cullen

If raucous parades and green beer aren’t your thing, why not catch a celluloid dose of Irish culture this St. Patrick’s Day? We asked Boston Globe columnist Kevin Cullen, a former Dublin bureau chief who has covered Ireland for more than two decades, for some Irish film suggestions. We’ve broken them down into categories, such as “The Boston-Irish Connection,” “For All Ages,” and “The Tearjerker,” and offer up additional film suggestions so you can get your on-screen fill of the Emerald Isle. Vote for your favorite and discuss your film picks.

15 great bike rides

Plum Island

Enjoy some of the nature that Plum Island has to offer via bike when you ride through this 6-mile barrier beach that extends south of Newburyport. Most of the path makes up the Parker River Wildlife Refuge, which nearly 300 bird species visit seasonally.

Cost: $5 by car, $2 walk-in or bike-in Duration: Half day

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82d Academy Awards — Red carpet celebrities

The 82d annual Academy Awards were held March 7 at the Kodak Theatre. But before the statues and speeches, Hollywood’s finest strolled the red carpet. See who strutted their stuff before the show.

Pictured, model Elisabetta Canalis looked on as “Up in the Air” actor George Clooney prepared for his big night. His film was up for six Oscars, including best picture and Clooney’s nod for best actor. Ultimately, “The Hurt Locker” took home the award for best picture while best actor went to Jeff Bridges.

Recent product recalls

The Cincinnati-based Procter & Gamble Co. says the Cheeseburger and Taco Night versions of Pringles snack are being recalled because they use a flavor-enhancing hydrolyzed vegetable protein made by Las Vegas-based Basic Food Flavors Inc., which was involved in a possible Salmonella exposure.

The Natural World photo gallery Feb. 28, 2009

Oscars fashion hits and misses 2010

It was easy to declare that last night’s Oscar ceremony – sartorially speaking, at least – was whitewashed. The red carpet was flooded with pale, delicately colored frocks of cream, gray, sand, or iridescent pink, as well as, of course, standard black. There were a few brave souls (thank you Penélope Cruz (left) and Vera Farmiga), but overall, actresses shunned the rainbow this year.

Celebrity Look-alikes

Yes, it’s the return of Celebrity Look-alikes. We’ve scoured the Hub and New England (sometimes beyond) for people who are dead ringers (or claim to be) for famous stars and celebs. Here are some recent submissions and a collection of the best of the best from our archives. Do people mistake you for a celeb?

Not only does Rob Finnerty, of Boston, share a first name with Rob Lowe, but his brother Sam (not pictured) says he looks like the “West Wing” star, too.

Girls’ City League Basketball Semifinals

Facebook and work – do’s and don’ts

Social networking is increasingly blurring the line between our professional and personal lives. But not everyone is ready to start Facebook “friendships” with their business contacts. Sean Dowling, the Boston branch manager of the staffing firm OfficeTeam, offers the following tips on how professionals can handle some common and uncomfortable Facebook situations.

Boston-area tribute bands

THE HIGHEST FORM OF FLATTERY

If your wallet is a bit tight these days and you can’t afford the big ticket concerts, check out these East Coast acts for the next best thing. It’s long been said that imitation is the highest form of flattery. And if there’s anyone who knows this, it’s the almighty tribute act and the fans who follow them.