Live local, give local! Join WBNA and the West Side Kids Committee in supporting our 2nd annual community-led Thanksgiving food drive to help families at Asa Messer Elementary, Carl Lauro Elementary and West Broadway Middle Schools. Easy drop off at WBNA or purchase grocery gift cards here!
Decorate a spooktacular BOOth for Trick or Treaters, bring your costumed kiddos to enjoy activities and games, and help families in need by donating grocery gift cards or food for our West Side schools Food Drive.
Get a rare chance to see inside the Armory's massive, awe-inspiring basement; the Drill Hall measuring nearly four football fields; and the sprawling Ballroom during this FREE and final tour of 2017!
On Saturday October 7, 2017, from 10am-4pm, over a dozen houses are opening their doors to WBNA House Tour ticket holders. The self-guided tour explores the theme "From Vacant to Vibrant," and features homes and businesses on the streets of Knight, Brighton, Battey, Carpenter, and cobblestoned West Fountain.
We invite you to the House Tour Preview Party, taking place at the Patrick F. Hoye House, 232 Broadway. Enjoy one of Broadway’s exquisitely renovated grand homes at our annual fundraiser with local music and the finest in local food and beverage, including oysters!
Please join Community 1 on September 21 at the Feast Church to review the actions suggested during Dr. Taino Palermo's presentation, Community Revitalization & the Role of Gentrification. We will begin by welcoming Allen Pelleman from the city of Providence Urban Planning office, who will share information about zoning that deeply impacts our community. Haga clic aquí para la versión en español.
Join us for a community lecture on Understanding Gentrification presented by Dr. Taino Palermo, hosted by the Community/Comunidad 1 Committee. Haga clic aquí para la versión en español.
Enjoy jug band K.C. Moaners followed by Jets Can't Land at our last West Side Thursdays concert of the summer, taking place during the Armory Farmers Market and Beer Garden.
Tap toes and clap hands with children's artist Lindsay Meehan followed by jug band K.C. Moaners at this week's West Side Thursdays performances. Enjoy kids' fun courtesy of West Side Play Space's Imagination Playground (big blue blocks!) and all the offerings of the Armory Farmers Market including its new Beer Garden.
Join us for our regular meeting of Community/Comunidad 1, a place to share ideas and to work on initiatives related to inclusivity, gentrification, and maintaining diversity in the neighborhood. All are welcome. Haga clic aquí para la versión en español.
Join neighbors, elected officials, and the Jeffrey family in celebrating the completion of our Bocce Courts and Chess in the Park project in a ribbon cutting ceremony and "toss of the first ball" that ends with a Chess Program for kids.
Please join us for the Armory Advocacy Committee's July meeting where we will discuss future Armory tours, status of the RFP process, public outreach and goals for the remainder of the year. All are welcome.
Please join our June monthly meeting which features a crime report from Lt. Fernandes, open neighbor discussion, our collaborative pilot outreach program with House of Hope and progress on the public trash can project. All are welcome.
At our regular June meeting we will discuss and plan for the Bocce ribbon-cutting ceremony, partnering with House of Hope on their efforts, and upcoming volunteer days in June. All are welcome.
Please join us at our regular June meeting where we'll debrief on the Neighborhood Wide Yard Sale, and continue planning West Side Thursdays. All are welcome.
Our June Community Development Committee meeting will review a proposal for the Wedding Cake House at 514 Broadway by representatives of Dirt Palace, the property's new owner. All are welcome.
Please join us for our June meeting which is focused on discussion of our local schools and planning kids events and activities for the summer. All are welcome.
Join us for the fifth meeting of Community/Comunidad 1, a place to share ideas and to work on initiatives related to inclusivity, gentrification, and maintaining diversity in the neighborhood. All are welcome. Haga clic aquí para la versión en español.
Please join us for the Armory Advocacy Committee's June meeting where we will discuss PVDFest, future Armory tours, Armory swag follow-up, and goals for the remainder of the year. All are welcome.
Join us for the fourth meeting of Community/Comunidad 1, a place to share ideas and to work on initiatives related to inclusivity, gentrification, and maintaining diversity in the neighborhood. All are welcome. Haga clic aquí para la versión en español.
Neighborhood Action Meeting in the Park! Please join us in Dexter Training Ground for a special park-themed meeting that includes a Dexter Park Trash Flash Mob, crime report, and open discussion featuring park-related issues and concerns.
The West Side Neighborhood-Wide Yard Sale has what you want, need and didn't even know you need. Come out for one of WBNA's funnest adventure/events that showcases the whole neighborhood.
Join us for the third meeting of Community/Comunidad 1, a place to share ideas and to work on initiatives related to inclusivity, gentrification, and maintaining diversity in the neighborhood. All are welcome. Haga clic aquí para la versión en español.
Please join us at our regular May meeting of the Programs & Events Committee where we'll continue planning the Neighborhood Wide Yard Sale and West Side Thursdays. All are welcome.
Come out to celebrate 14 years in the making of this special outdoor space at Luongo Square with a brief speaking program and ribbon-cutting followed by a ceremonial turning-on of the fountain for its first season.
Please join us for this committee's second meeting where we will discuss regular tours of the Armory, Armory swag/merchandise to raise awareness and funds, and upcoming events. All are welcome.
Twenty-eight trees will be planted during this expansive planting from Knight to Tobey Streets, and VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! No experience necessary, just a willingness to get your hands in some (clean) dirt. Starts at 20 Harrison Street.
Join us for the second meeting of Community/Comunidad 1, a place to share ideas and to work on initiatives related to inclusivity, gentrification, and maintaining diversity in the neighborhood. All are welcome. Haga clic aquí para la versión en español.
Please join our April monthly meeting to help create a safer, cleaner neighborhood and a stronger community through cooperation with neighbors and partnerships with city and state departments.
Spring cleaning time across the neighborhood at WBNA's 34th Annual Spring Cleanup. This year we have Kids Zones at Dexter and Ellery Parks and a GreenUp option for your cleanup team activities! Make a great and visible impact on the neighborhood while getting to know your neighbors.
At our regular April meeting we will finalize plans for Dexter Park activities during the Annual Spring Cleanup including the Bocce Court Build that day. All are welcome.
Please join us for this committee's first meeting where we will discuss the state's recent RFP process for reuse plans, planning an Armory community conversation, and our Operation Drill Hall initiative.
