Ronan celebrates St. Patrick's Day
“BOBO THE HOBO,” portrayed by Ronan resident Travis Bynum, focuses on his performance in front of the crowds moments before the O’Ronan’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade. In addition to juggling a crystal ball, Bobo the Hobo also created balloon animals for the procession spectators. (Ashley Fox/Lake County Leader)
CHILDREN JUMP in hopes of catching candy from participants at the 29th Annual O’Ronan’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 17. (Ashley Fox/Lake County Leader)
PATRONS AT THE 325 Bar in Ronan stand outside the establishment, waiting for the O’Ronan St. Patrick’s Day Parade on the holiday. (Ashley Fox/Lake County Leader)
THE HONOR Guard makes its way down Main Street in Ronan for the O’Ronan St. Patrick’s Day Parade. (Ashley Fox/Lake County Leader)
The 29th Annual O’Ronan St. Patrick’s Day Parade was held on Saturday, March 17 on Main Street in Ronan.
Participants of the procession, sponsored by The Ronan Irish Community, were judged on their floats.
Taking most of the bragging rights this year was “The Bird,” also known as “The Pheasant,” winning most likely to cause a riot, best Irish attire, most shamrocks, and best (overall winner) float.
This year’s winners include:
Best kids float: 4-H Club, “Most Irish Animal”
Best walkers: Templer’s green horses
Best first timer: tie between Shakira Burrafato and burro, and the Honor Guard, and Lake County Sheriff Don Bell
Most likely to spend the night in jail: Lake County Sheriff Don Bell
Most Irish: O’Leary’s Old Ladies