~Photos by Bobbie Toner

The annual Rás na hEireann road race, a celebration of spring, took place through the streets of Somerville on Sunday, March 16. All runners and walkers were invited to celebrate life, the coming of spring, and to enjoy a memorable race and St. Patrick’s Day celebration. This race was born in Ireland and named in honor of its famous sister race, the Ras na hEireann International Cross Country held in Termonfechin, County Louth, Republic of Ireland. The Ras na hEireann U.S.A. 5Km is open to all, from beginners to international stars.