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May 6 - 8

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Downcity Cinco de Mayo
Celebrate Cinco on the 7th! InDowncity’s 6th annual Cinco de Mayo Block Party is taking over Westminster Street from Dorrance to Matthewson. Mijo’s Tacos, Poco Loco and Like No Udder, as well as a whole fleet of delicious food trucks will be on hand and Trinity will have a bar set up at Grant’s Block. Plus the Rock and Roll Yard Sale will be there to satisfy all of your vintage and vinyl needs. Saturday, 11am-6pm. Grant’s Block, Westminster Street, Providence. More info… 

Four Corners Spring Nestival
Tiverton Four Corners celebrates Mother’s Day Weekend with its 4th annual Spring Nestival. For $1, get yourself an egg filled with a prize from one of the participating Four Corners retailers. Proceeds will go towards the Tiverton Four Corners Merchants Association Scholarship, which is awarded to a Tiverton/Little Compton student pursuing an education in business or the arts. Saturday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 12-5pm. Main Road, Tiverton. More info… 


Glass Machines Release Show
Local alterna-jam band Glass Machines drops their debut EP at the News Cafe. Joining them will be Julius, Tiny Diamond and The Stupid Robots. Get out and get your funk on. Friday, 8pm. 43 Broad Street, Pawtucket. More info… 

Hope and Main Plant Sale
If you need an extra helping hand getting your spring garden up and running you might want to swing by Hope and Main. Plants, seeds and tools will be for sale, plus the priceless free advice of local master growers. If only you could buy a green thumb… Saturday and Sunday, 9am-2pm. 691 Main Street, Warren. More info… 

The Silks at Firehouse 13
Hot off their new single, “Let it Ride,” The Silks will be playing their only Providence show for the foreseeable future so catch ‘em while you can, along with The Dead L.A. and Daphne Dean Martin at Firehouse 13. Saturday, 8pm. $10. 41 Central Street, Providence. More info… 

Pork Chop Lounge
Every month, aurora host the Pork Chop Lounge, an open mic variety show that gives anyone a shot at five minutes on stage. Maybe you have some Saved By The Bell-themed slam poetry you’ve been itching to try on a live audience. Perhaps you play the didgeridoo. Any and all is welcome at Pork Chop Lounge. Sunday, 7pm. $5. 276 Westminster Street, Providence. More info…  

Arts on Main Street Stroll
Release your inner child at Chalk the Block at the Arts on Main Street Stroll. The event kicks off at the East Greenwich Town Hall and drawing will be on Courthouse Lane and Pierce Street. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Draw solo or create a family team. Prizes include gift certificates provided by the Main Street Merchants committee. Not artistic? Stop by to see the drawings and vote. Saturday, 12-3pm. 125 Main Street, East Greenwich. More info… 

Spring for Strings Kentucky Derby Party
Ladies, put on your floppy hats and men, your nicest blazers. The Community String Project is holding Spring for Strings – Kentucky Derby Style! This exciting event takes place at the home of Joe and Betty Brito, which overlooks Bristol Harbor. There will be all the traditional Kentucky Derby activities: mint juleps, Derby hat/attire contests, bourbon tasting, live auction, dinner, dancing and of course watching the action itself – the Kentucky Derby. Saturday, 4-9pm. 161 Poppasquash Road, Bristol. More info… 

Jane’s Walk Weekend
Feel like there’s more to know about Providence? Take part in this weekend’s Jane’s Walk Festival, where a volunteer guide will share their knowledge of the North Burial Ground, College Hill, Elmwood and other neighborhoods across the city. All weekend, various times and locations. More info… 

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