I think suburbs of Boston and suburbs of Providence are much different. Boston is (obviously) larger and has waaaay more work opportunities so the “suburbs” spread goes a bit further out than here. I grew up with family in Brookline and LOVED the area and even though it’s quiet, it still feels like more of a city in my opinion.

Pawtucket is a quick drive into Providence. But you can’t catch a train or really take transportation, so it feels less accessible. When I’m in Brookline or Somerville, I still feel a part of the city. I guess that’s subjective, but to me it feels like a separate town. Some fun stuff to do but in no means a city or busting city suburb environment. If you’re looking for somewhat cheaper prices and a quieter experience, go for it.

Lots of Providence tends to feel like a big town with the look of a city. I like that, because it’s less hustle and bustle, more convenience (I like to drive lol). But lots of people get bored. I say this to everyone, but you really need to take a drive or even stay a few days and explore different neighborhoods and see how it feels. That’s how I figured out where I wanted to live. I love living here but I know so many people who it just isn’t for.

I would add Elmhurst and Armory neighborhoods in PVD and Edgewood and Warren outside PVD. Pawtucket right over the border of the East Side is fine.

I live a 20 minute walk from Brown and there are no students here. Don’t tell Brown!

It’s hard to give an answer without an idea of your price points.

Pawtucket will not feel like an extension of PVD.

I’d suggest looking at some coastal areas. Bristol, Pawtuxet Village, east Greenwich, etc. They are nicer areas and not cheap, but cheaper than the East Side generally.

They aren’t cities but walkable with things to do and within 10-20 min of PVD.

I’d also look closely at PVD. There are areas of the East Aide that aren’t as expensive and still walkable. Hope Village, for example.

Also if Brookline is an option for you, where exactly in PVD isn’t affordable????

Yeah also it’s not all student housing….

I moved out of providence to have my kid

My daughter is currently in labor with her second child, but she was in a pregnant moms group and they will probably get together with their babies. I’ll ask her - but Not tonight.😊

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Appreciate your kind words, and the work of our representatives and advocates! 🙏

thanks for the clarification! definitely a step in the right direction

I would definitely start by going to storytime at your local library! When I lived in Mass I made my first mom friend that way. In Providence I took my kid to storytime at Providence Public Library downtown (they have different ones per age group, and one for all kids), but I know a lot of parents hop around and go to different libraries. I didn't really start making parent friends until my kid started dance class when she got a little older though. I hope that helps!

Walk***! Oops

Not sure how old your baby is but Rhode Island New Mom Connect was a mom group I did 7 years ago and still hang with some of the moms. Good luck!

At this point it is only decriminalization for personal use / at-home growth. Not full legalization including retail sales and production. However, there is a clause stating the therapeutic/medical use would be allowed upon FDA approvals.

Amazing, thank you! We only have limited time for in-person testimonies so we are using those for medical professionals, first responders and veterans as we feel would be most impactful. However, we would appreciate any written/emailed testimonies possible!

Uncool comment, I’ve seen this guy and he’s never given animal cruelty vibes. You need some hobbies to keep you busy.

Where on the east side is a 20 min drive from Brown? I would say the East Side feels like North Cambridge, super residential with a few hubs of commercial activity.

Not a veteran, but have used psilocybin for migraines and it’s worked wonders for that on top of my mental health. Willing participant here.

>I lived in Somerville years ago when it was called “Slumerville”.

Ikr?! 😳 I lived with a bunch of artists in an old peanut factory just off the McGrath OBrian Highway. Dirt cheap.

Rhode Island is small enough that we don’t really have towns close enough to providence that are their own thing (Tm) while still having good walkability, transit, etc.

An agent from Samson represented the seller when I bought my house and gave me kinda weird vibes. Didn’t feel like the most trustworthy people

You should include the link.

Providence can feel very black and white. Anything on the east side within a 20 min walk of brown is basically extended college housing lol, and it very rapidly stops feeling like a city. When I visit my friends in Boston, I’m always surprised how habitable city blocks (that have food, bars, etc. And aren’t just super tall office buildings) seem to go on for forever, where everything feels contained and small here. I personally like it, but it might not be what you’re looking for. The transit is only by bus, and can be annoying at times - the buses can run really late as the day goes on. Pawtucket is 1000% too far to still feel like you’re living in the city - I’m halfway between Pawtucket and downtown and it feels like urban ish suburbs, haha

Ah yes the Slumerville days……. Million dollar condos are routine now.

Parts of Pawtucket aren’t very nice, but there are also some nicer areas such as closer to Hope.