The West Broadway Neighborhood Association (WBNA) will host its annual Neighborhood-wide Yard Sale Day on May 16, continuing a tradition that has lasted over 20 years. The event attracts more than 500 visitors each year who explore over 70 yard sales offering a variety of items such as vintage goods, toys, books, and clothing. Shoppers can pick up free hardcopy maps at WBNA Headquarters starting at 8 a.m., with sales running from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. A digital map will also be available on WBNA’s website. In case of rain, the event will be postponed to May 17.

On May 30, the East Side will host the fourth annual Providence Porchfest, a music festival featuring over 150 performances by local musicians across neighborhoods. The event encourages community interaction by showcasing live music on porches and lawns, fostering a relaxed atmosphere for both performers and residents. Porchfest originated in Ithaca, New York, in 2007 and has since spread to over 175 locations in the U.S. and Canada.

Additionally, Downtown Providence Park Network (DPPN) appointed Suzanne Ellis Wernevi as its new executive director in March. Wernevi brings experience in business development and communications and aims to enhance public spaces and community engagement in downtown Providence.