boston marathon preparation: Preparations Underway for the 114th Boston Marathon - Hopkinton Massachusetts - 04/16/10 09:25 AM
Preparations Underway for the 114th Boston Marathon - Hopkinton Massachusetts 
 
The Boston Marathon is the world's oldest and most well-known marathon and also carries with it a great deal of prestige for the winning runners. 
With up to 25,000 participants from all over the world, the famous race begins in Hopkinton, runs through Ashland and seven other cities and towns and eventually winds its way into Boston's Back Bay.
 
 

During this drizzly and chilly afternoon, preparations have been underway for the running of the Boston Marathon which will take place on Monday, April 19.   
 

The bleachers and bandstand are set up … (6 comments)