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Presents a backstage look at the New England Aquarium in Boston, Massachusetts. The difficulty in tending the animals at the aquarium; The sensitivity of animals in man-made habitats; Prized possessions at the aquarium; Cooperation between aquariums.

Examines the Museum of Dirt, a collection of dirt samples from all around the world curated by founder and originator Glenn Johanson. Where the museum is located; How Johanson got started collecting dirt; Famous people he has received dirt from; Places which are represented in his collection; The gaps in Johansen's collection which he is anxious to fill. INSET: How dirt got that way.

Reports on developments related to the Olympic Torch relay as it passes through Boston, Massachusetts on April 27, 1996. Participating athletes in the relay.

Presents a photo-essay on the 100th Boston Marathon for 1996. Winners of the race; Highlights of the race.

Reports on the scheduled date for the start of the 100th Boston Marathon on April 15th 1996 in which New Englander Bill Rodgers will be a participant. Number of Boston Marathons won by Rodgers; How his familiarity with the course gives him the edge over the other competitors; Comments by Bill Rodgers. INSET: Boston Marathon winners..