5 Things to Know for the 2013 Boston Marathon in Natick

Over 27,000 people will run the 117th Boston Marathon today. Natick Center is at about the 10-mile mark of the 26.2 mile course that starts in Hopkinton. Not only will several Natick residents be running in the race, but hundreds are expected to line the streets to watch and cheer on the runners.

Here are five things you should know about today's race with a Natick emphasis:

1. It is expected to be a beautiful day to run a Marathon today. It will be in the early 50s in Natick, according to WHDH.

2. Be aware of road closures and traffic delays in town. Rt. 135 will be closed for the Boston Marathon at 8:45 a.m. and will remain closed until approximately 2:30 p.m.

3. We know you'll be taking pictures of the runners flying by in Natick Center and on the road the rest of the way in town. Why don't you upload those photos and share them with your fellow Natickites?

4. Here is a list of Natick runners in this year's Boston Marathon. Some of the runners' names are clickable. Be sure to click on those links to read their profiles in case you missed them.

5. Check back in with Natick Patch throughout the day for news, information and photos from the marathon. We'll also have results later on when they're available.

Good luck to all the runners!