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12.30.16 Providence Business News
INNOVATION INTERVIEW ISSUE
Maria Tocco/Providence Flea
BY MARY LHOWE
‘It seems now that everyone is rowing in the same direction'
"PASSIONATE PURSUIT: After visiting the Brooklyn Flea in New York, Maria Tocco was inspired to start something similar in Providence and founded the Providence Flea LLC. Currently held on a parcel of the former I-195 land, Tocco hopes to eventually move to an indoor location to go year-round."
INNOVATION INTERVIEW ISSUE
Maria Tocco/Providence Flea
BY MARY LHOWE
‘It seems now that everyone is rowing in the same direction'
"PASSIONATE PURSUIT: After visiting the Brooklyn Flea in New York, Maria Tocco was inspired to start something similar in Providence and founded the Providence Flea LLC. Currently held on a parcel of the former I-195 land, Tocco hopes to eventually move to an indoor location to go year-round."
12.12.16 The Providence Journal
"Warming up to the Flea"
by Journal Staff
"Shoppers enjoyed a respite from the cold while shopping at The Providence Flea Holiday Market at Hope High School on Sunday afternoon. The fourth annual Holiday Market featured goods from more than 80 local vendors, artisans and food vendors. The next Holiday Market will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 18. The market is held indoors at Hope High School, 324 Hope St., in Providence."
"Warming up to the Flea"
by Journal Staff
"Shoppers enjoyed a respite from the cold while shopping at The Providence Flea Holiday Market at Hope High School on Sunday afternoon. The fourth annual Holiday Market featured goods from more than 80 local vendors, artisans and food vendors. The next Holiday Market will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 18. The market is held indoors at Hope High School, 324 Hope St., in Providence."
12.08.16 The Providence Journal
GO! Section: Bazaars, Fairs, Festivals, Sales
Photo by Steve Szydlowski
"The Providence Flea, an artisan summer flea market, returns for a limited winter engagement at Hope High School."
GO! Section: Bazaars, Fairs, Festivals, Sales
Photo by Steve Szydlowski
"The Providence Flea, an artisan summer flea market, returns for a limited winter engagement at Hope High School."
11.26.16 Innovation Ecosystem: The story of Providence Flea, told by its accidental entrepreneur ConvergenceRI interviews Maria Tocco about the success and growth of Providence Flea into a cultural and economic phenomen
by Richard Asinof
"With all the focus on building entrepreneurship and sparking a revival of the Rhode Island economy, one of the areas all too often overlooked by the gurus of economic development and the innovation economy is the success of Providence Flea as a juried vintage and artisan/maker market, where an engaged community of buyers and sellers has redefined the value of all things considered." More...
by Richard Asinof
"With all the focus on building entrepreneurship and sparking a revival of the Rhode Island economy, one of the areas all too often overlooked by the gurus of economic development and the innovation economy is the success of Providence Flea as a juried vintage and artisan/maker market, where an engaged community of buyers and sellers has redefined the value of all things considered." More...
10.20.16 RhodeIsland.com: Special to The Providence Journal
"5 cool places to find thrift shop treasure" by Renee Grivois
"The flea is a mix of modern artisans and purveyors of antiques and vintage goods. All the vendors are incredible, but two you should definitely check out if you’re in the market for something previously loved are Americana Darlings and Mint. Bonus tip: make sure you come hungry and visit the food trucks." More...
"5 cool places to find thrift shop treasure" by Renee Grivois
"The flea is a mix of modern artisans and purveyors of antiques and vintage goods. All the vendors are incredible, but two you should definitely check out if you’re in the market for something previously loved are Americana Darlings and Mint. Bonus tip: make sure you come hungry and visit the food trucks." More...
03.31.16 Go Providence: Blog Providence
Greater Providence Convention & Visitor's Bureau
"Spring Vintage Variety" by Christine Francis
"And just when you thought you couldn't last one more day, The Providence Flea returns to South Water Street, beginning Sunday, June 5. Running throughout the summer along the Providence waterfront, this event showcases the best of local vintage vendors and artisans of handmade products, with live music and an assortment of food purveyors each Sunday."
Greater Providence Convention & Visitor's Bureau
"Spring Vintage Variety" by Christine Francis
"And just when you thought you couldn't last one more day, The Providence Flea returns to South Water Street, beginning Sunday, June 5. Running throughout the summer along the Providence waterfront, this event showcases the best of local vintage vendors and artisans of handmade products, with live music and an assortment of food purveyors each Sunday."
01.08.16 Misadventures with Michael
"Friday Five: Best of Providence"
By Michael Colbert
"Lesser known than WaterFire, the Providence Flea market is another good reason to get into the city on summer weekends. Down the road from College Hill, this flea market hosts vendors who sell antiques and a number of upcycled products, like skateboard pens. It’s fun to take a walk around and see what they offer. At the very least, it’s a good way to start a Sunday visit into the city before heading to the RISD Museum, which is free Sundays. Make sure to haggle!"
"Friday Five: Best of Providence"
By Michael Colbert
"Lesser known than WaterFire, the Providence Flea market is another good reason to get into the city on summer weekends. Down the road from College Hill, this flea market hosts vendors who sell antiques and a number of upcycled products, like skateboard pens. It’s fun to take a walk around and see what they offer. At the very least, it’s a good way to start a Sunday visit into the city before heading to the RISD Museum, which is free Sundays. Make sure to haggle!"
12.2015 East Side Monthly
"Be Old Fashioned… in a Good Way"
By Julie Tremaine
"During the summer, the Providence Flea is one of the city’s unmissable events. On the weekends, vendors take over Water Street, selling beautifully curated vintage goods and handmade items. For the holidays, though, things move indoors: to Hope High School, specifically. The Providence Flea Holiday Market will take place on December 6 and 13, with food trucks and live music. It beats shopping at the mall any day. 324 Hope Street, Providence. www.providenceflea.com"
"Be Old Fashioned… in a Good Way"
By Julie Tremaine
"During the summer, the Providence Flea is one of the city’s unmissable events. On the weekends, vendors take over Water Street, selling beautifully curated vintage goods and handmade items. For the holidays, though, things move indoors: to Hope High School, specifically. The Providence Flea Holiday Market will take place on December 6 and 13, with food trucks and live music. It beats shopping at the mall any day. 324 Hope Street, Providence. www.providenceflea.com"
12.2015 Providence Monthly
"Give Local Wrap up uniquely Rhody gifts"
By Jeanette St. Pierre
"Local vintage enthusiasts suffer from a uniquely PVD version of SAD when the Providence Flea ends its glorious season at the end of each summer. Just in time to put some jolly in our holiday, the curated market is returning for the Providence Flea Holiday Market on December 6 and 13 at Hope High School. Get your retro and crafty fix as dozens of vendors showcase their unusual finds and handmade wares. Food trucks will also make an appearance, helping to fuel your hunt for a very thrifty Christmas. 10am-4pm. 324 Hope Street"
"Give Local Wrap up uniquely Rhody gifts"
By Jeanette St. Pierre
"Local vintage enthusiasts suffer from a uniquely PVD version of SAD when the Providence Flea ends its glorious season at the end of each summer. Just in time to put some jolly in our holiday, the curated market is returning for the Providence Flea Holiday Market on December 6 and 13 at Hope High School. Get your retro and crafty fix as dozens of vendors showcase their unusual finds and handmade wares. Food trucks will also make an appearance, helping to fuel your hunt for a very thrifty Christmas. 10am-4pm. 324 Hope Street"
09.10.15 East Side Monthly
"Weekend Best Bets"
The Providence Flea
"Come out for the last Providence Flea of the season. Browse through kitschy antiques, vintage finds and local crafts by the water along South Water Street. As always, expect food trucks and live music. 10am-4pm. More info..."
"Weekend Best Bets"
The Providence Flea
"Come out for the last Providence Flea of the season. Browse through kitschy antiques, vintage finds and local crafts by the water along South Water Street. As always, expect food trucks and live music. 10am-4pm. More info..."
09.10.15 Providence Monthly
"Weekend Best Bets"
The Providence Flea
"Come out for the last Providence Flea of the season. Browse through kitschy antiques, vintage finds and local crafts by the water along South Water Street. As always, expect food trucks and live music. 10am-4pm. More info..."
"Weekend Best Bets"
The Providence Flea
"Come out for the last Providence Flea of the season. Browse through kitschy antiques, vintage finds and local crafts by the water along South Water Street. As always, expect food trucks and live music. 10am-4pm. More info..."
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09.02.15 Rhode Island Monthly "Five Can't Miss Events of the Week: Providence Flea" By Grace Kelly "A flea market is the perfect place to find a dress that you can coolly describe to your friends as “vintage.” Providence Flea begins with a maze of clothing racks lined with mom jeans, sweaters and silky kimonos. Peruse slowly and buy impulsively. As the fashionable Zooey Deschanel once said, “I go to different flea markets. I have lots of costumes. You never know when you're going to have to dress up like a milkmaid from the 1600s.” Continue onwards and you’ll find an array of knickknacks and trinkets to peruse through — an eggbeater here, a glass bottle collection there. After buying a vase, some records and a retro dress certain to score compliments, lumber over to the food trucks for an assortment of tasty dishes." |
B08.31.15 The Providence Journal
"Good Day at the Market"
By Sandor Bodo
"The Providence Flea was open for business on Sunday on the Providence River Greenway. The weekly market wraps up for the season on Sept. 13. Aaron Maxwell, of Providence, and his daughters Cordelia, 4, and Daphne, 5 months, take a little break from the sun inside a wooden sculpture at Providence Flea. LEFT: Karen Fallows, of Woodbridge, Va., was visiting relatives, including her daughter, Kristin McMillen, and her granddaughter, Audrey McMillen, 4, who live in East Providence. They were checking out the vintage fire trucks brought over by Ralph Viara and his brother, Jim. The trucks...are from Jim’s collection in Seekonk. Phil and Maryann Brothers, of Syracuse, N.Y., view the vintage fire trucks at the flea market. Sitting in the driver’s seat is Ralph Viara."
"Good Day at the Market"
By Sandor Bodo
"The Providence Flea was open for business on Sunday on the Providence River Greenway. The weekly market wraps up for the season on Sept. 13. Aaron Maxwell, of Providence, and his daughters Cordelia, 4, and Daphne, 5 months, take a little break from the sun inside a wooden sculpture at Providence Flea. LEFT: Karen Fallows, of Woodbridge, Va., was visiting relatives, including her daughter, Kristin McMillen, and her granddaughter, Audrey McMillen, 4, who live in East Providence. They were checking out the vintage fire trucks brought over by Ralph Viara and his brother, Jim. The trucks...are from Jim’s collection in Seekonk. Phil and Maryann Brothers, of Syracuse, N.Y., view the vintage fire trucks at the flea market. Sitting in the driver’s seat is Ralph Viara."
08.23.15 Artful Intuition Blog
"View from the Booth - Providence Flea"
"Artful added a few new images to the Providence Flea 2015 album from the August 23rd flea market on along the Providence River. The summer show season is coming to an end soon. We’re taking a break next Sunday, but Artful will be back for the last two Providence Fleas on September 6th and September 13th."
"View from the Booth - Providence Flea"
"Artful added a few new images to the Providence Flea 2015 album from the August 23rd flea market on along the Providence River. The summer show season is coming to an end soon. We’re taking a break next Sunday, but Artful will be back for the last two Providence Fleas on September 6th and September 13th."
07.2015 Providence Monthly
Get Out: Summer in the City"
"#1. July 5 - 26: It ain't your grandmother's flea market. Inspired by Brooklyn's funky flea markets, the Providence Flea adds flair to the creative Capital every Sunday in the summer, rain or shine. You never know what you'll find at the Providence Flea--and that's what makes it so irresistible. It's a juried outdoor market on the Providenc eRiver Greenway featuring a mix of antiques and handmade arts and crafts, as well as food truck on site. Free."
Get Out: Summer in the City"
"#1. July 5 - 26: It ain't your grandmother's flea market. Inspired by Brooklyn's funky flea markets, the Providence Flea adds flair to the creative Capital every Sunday in the summer, rain or shine. You never know what you'll find at the Providence Flea--and that's what makes it so irresistible. It's a juried outdoor market on the Providenc eRiver Greenway featuring a mix of antiques and handmade arts and crafts, as well as food truck on site. Free."
07.26.15 The Providence Journal
5 cool art events to do in R.I. this weekend, June 27-28:
Providence Flea
By Jenna Pelletier
"Discovering hand-made treasures — from painted scarves to decoupage to jewelry made of vintage fabrics — at this outdoor market is an inspiring way to spend an afternoon. Sun. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Providence River Greenway (across from 345 South Water St., Providence). (401) 484-7783, providenceflea.com."
5 cool art events to do in R.I. this weekend, June 27-28:
Providence Flea
By Jenna Pelletier
"Discovering hand-made treasures — from painted scarves to decoupage to jewelry made of vintage fabrics — at this outdoor market is an inspiring way to spend an afternoon. Sun. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Providence River Greenway (across from 345 South Water St., Providence). (401) 484-7783, providenceflea.com."
06.07.15 Ignite Providence
"The Official Blog of Waterfire Providence"
"Returning Outdoors June 7! Featuring all the cool vendors from last summer’s Flea plus a slate of new vendors for even more one-of-a-kind Flea finds! Shop Local this season at the Flea. Sign up for our e-news at www.providenceflea.com for more info and a sneak peek at upcoming vendors and special offers!"
"The Official Blog of Waterfire Providence"
"Returning Outdoors June 7! Featuring all the cool vendors from last summer’s Flea plus a slate of new vendors for even more one-of-a-kind Flea finds! Shop Local this season at the Flea. Sign up for our e-news at www.providenceflea.com for more info and a sneak peek at upcoming vendors and special offers!"
12.14.14 The Providence Journal
"Hundreds visit winter edition of Providence Flea Market"
By Tom Mooney
"You couldn’t find a single Princess Anna doll, a Patriots sweatshirt or any other predictable Christmas gift at the Providence Flea market Sunday. What you could find, however, was a vintage Avon cologne bottle shaped like a ring-necked pheasant, funky jewelry transformed from old guitar strings, and..."
"Hundreds visit winter edition of Providence Flea Market"
By Tom Mooney
"You couldn’t find a single Princess Anna doll, a Patriots sweatshirt or any other predictable Christmas gift at the Providence Flea market Sunday. What you could find, however, was a vintage Avon cologne bottle shaped like a ring-necked pheasant, funky jewelry transformed from old guitar strings, and..."
September/October 2014 Acela ARRIVE
Amtrak's onboard magazine for Northeast business and leisure travelers
"A Funky Flea (Market)"
"The Providence Flea drew inspiration from the famed Brooklyn Flea, one of the hippest American destinations for people hunting vintage treasures. The Providence market provides everything the flea market fancier could desire, from offbeat finds and local crafts to 19th century antiques, as well as food trucks and a stellar view of the Providence River Greenway."
Amtrak's onboard magazine for Northeast business and leisure travelers
"A Funky Flea (Market)"
"The Providence Flea drew inspiration from the famed Brooklyn Flea, one of the hippest American destinations for people hunting vintage treasures. The Providence market provides everything the flea market fancier could desire, from offbeat finds and local crafts to 19th century antiques, as well as food trucks and a stellar view of the Providence River Greenway."
09.12.14 Motif Top 5 Things To Do This Weekend video
"Number 3 - The Providence Flea"
"You're sure to find something to love at the Providence Flea at the last Flea of the season on Sunday, September 14. Don't miss this mashup of vintage goods, artisans and makers, food trucks and live music. We'll be sad to see you go, Providence Flea, but we'll be there on Sunday and we'll anxiously await your return next summer..."
"Number 3 - The Providence Flea"
"You're sure to find something to love at the Providence Flea at the last Flea of the season on Sunday, September 14. Don't miss this mashup of vintage goods, artisans and makers, food trucks and live music. We'll be sad to see you go, Providence Flea, but we'll be there on Sunday and we'll anxiously await your return next summer..."
09.05.14 The Providence Journal
"The Mix: Come See the Flea (through Sept. 14)"
"The Providence Flea, which is on the Providence River GGreenway, across from 345 South Water Street, features local artisans, vintage vendors, food trucks, live music and more every Sunday, 10 am - 4 pm, through Sept.14 , rain or shine. For more details, go to providence flea.com..."
"The Mix: Come See the Flea (through Sept. 14)"
"The Providence Flea, which is on the Providence River GGreenway, across from 345 South Water Street, features local artisans, vintage vendors, food trucks, live music and more every Sunday, 10 am - 4 pm, through Sept.14 , rain or shine. For more details, go to providence flea.com..."
08.04.14 The Providence Journal
"More people buying into Providence Flea’s lively outdoor market"
By W. Zachary Malinowski
"A gray, overcast day didn’t seem to faze hundreds of people on Sunday who ventured out to The Providence Flea, a makeshift market on South Water Street where small businesses sell jewelry, handmade soap, salves, photographs and plenty of vintage goods from days gone by..."
"More people buying into Providence Flea’s lively outdoor market"
By W. Zachary Malinowski
"A gray, overcast day didn’t seem to faze hundreds of people on Sunday who ventured out to The Providence Flea, a makeshift market on South Water Street where small businesses sell jewelry, handmade soap, salves, photographs and plenty of vintage goods from days gone by..."
08.2014 East Side Monthly
"Savoring Outdoor Market Space"
By Alexander Castro
"On Sunday, visit the Providence Flea from 10 am - 4 pm. Located on the scenic Providence River Greenway, the Providence Flea is modeled after the gargantuan Brooklyn Flea and it is a shimmering oasis of vintage goods, artisanal treats and fresh food. The Providence Flea is packed with old objects just waiting to be resurrected by a new owner. While the lineup of vendors rotates, you're guaranteed to find craftspeople with handmade wares. antiques and jewelry..."
"Savoring Outdoor Market Space"
By Alexander Castro
"On Sunday, visit the Providence Flea from 10 am - 4 pm. Located on the scenic Providence River Greenway, the Providence Flea is modeled after the gargantuan Brooklyn Flea and it is a shimmering oasis of vintage goods, artisanal treats and fresh food. The Providence Flea is packed with old objects just waiting to be resurrected by a new owner. While the lineup of vendors rotates, you're guaranteed to find craftspeople with handmade wares. antiques and jewelry..."
07.22.14 The Providence Flea named among the best flea markets in New England
Shout out to The Providence Flea, which is getting noticed far beyond our borders.
By Alexis Magner
"Shout out to The Providence Flea, which is getting noticed far beyond our borders. Yankee Magazine cited it in its Best of New England “Best Vintage Finds” category, saying, “Curator of cool, The Providence Flea is a juried outdoor urban flea market with a decidedly Brooklyn bent.” And Romantic Homes magazine named it among the best flea markets in our part of the country..."
Shout out to The Providence Flea, which is getting noticed far beyond our borders.
By Alexis Magner
"Shout out to The Providence Flea, which is getting noticed far beyond our borders. Yankee Magazine cited it in its Best of New England “Best Vintage Finds” category, saying, “Curator of cool, The Providence Flea is a juried outdoor urban flea market with a decidedly Brooklyn bent.” And Romantic Homes magazine named it among the best flea markets in our part of the country..."
07.31.14 CoxHub Lifestyle
"TO MARKET, TO MARKET!" ON THE PROVIDENCE GREENWAY
By Rick Conca — Jul 31, 2014
"The Providence Flea is in the midst of its second season, transforming the Providence Greenway on South Water Street into a sprawling open market complete with food trucks, handcrafted art and antiquities ranging from old books to vintage firefighting equipment."
"TO MARKET, TO MARKET!" ON THE PROVIDENCE GREENWAY
By Rick Conca — Jul 31, 2014
"The Providence Flea is in the midst of its second season, transforming the Providence Greenway on South Water Street into a sprawling open market complete with food trucks, handcrafted art and antiquities ranging from old books to vintage firefighting equipment."
May/June 2014 Yankee Magazine
Best of New England 2014 (Special Travel Guide)
"Best Vintage Finds"
"Curator of cool, The Providence Flea is a juried outdoor urban flea market with a decidedly Brooklyn bent. Launched in 2013, the Flea quickly became a popular Sunday haunt for treasure seekers and lovers of all things vintage..."
Best of New England 2014 (Special Travel Guide)
"Best Vintage Finds"
"Curator of cool, The Providence Flea is a juried outdoor urban flea market with a decidedly Brooklyn bent. Launched in 2013, the Flea quickly became a popular Sunday haunt for treasure seekers and lovers of all things vintage..."
05.30.14 LiteRock105 Interview
Local Business Spotlite: The Providence Flea
"The Providence Flea is the state's premier weekly event for vintage and unique finds of all kinds. Listen to our conversation with the woman behind the operation, Maria Tocco."
Local Business Spotlite: The Providence Flea
"The Providence Flea is the state's premier weekly event for vintage and unique finds of all kinds. Listen to our conversation with the woman behind the operation, Maria Tocco."
09.01.13 Travel + Leisure
"America's Strangest People"
"No. 9 Providence, RI--After slipping three spots this year, the Rhode Island capital is perhaps trying to stage a quirky comeback with the recent debut of its new flea market on the Providence River Greenway."
"America's Strangest People"
"No. 9 Providence, RI--After slipping three spots this year, the Rhode Island capital is perhaps trying to stage a quirky comeback with the recent debut of its new flea market on the Providence River Greenway."
08.27.13 Rhode Island Monthly Brand Magazine
"Market Frosh" - Formally Introduced: Maria Tocco
By Joshua Aromin
"Communications director for Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Roberts by day and owner/organizer of the Providence Flea Market by night: that’s Maria Tocco."
"Market Frosh" - Formally Introduced: Maria Tocco
By Joshua Aromin
"Communications director for Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Roberts by day and owner/organizer of the Providence Flea Market by night: that’s Maria Tocco."
08.26.13 The Providence Journal
Getting bitten by the flea-market bug along the river in Providence
By Gregory Smith
"History does not give us a definitive origin for the term 'flea market.'”
Getting bitten by the flea-market bug along the river in Providence
By Gregory Smith
"History does not give us a definitive origin for the term 'flea market.'”
08.26.13 The Providence Journal
Gallery: Providence Flea entices shoppers seeking the unusual
By Steve Szydlowski
"Hundreds turned out to support the Providence Flea on Sunday, a market place filled with vintage clothes, furniture and collectables. Over 50 venders set up each Sunday. The market will continue until mid-September."
Gallery: Providence Flea entices shoppers seeking the unusual
By Steve Szydlowski
"Hundreds turned out to support the Providence Flea on Sunday, a market place filled with vintage clothes, furniture and collectables. Over 50 venders set up each Sunday. The market will continue until mid-September."
08.01.13: Rhode Island Monthly
Best of RI Editors' Pick Vintage Market
Providence Flea
"If you're looking for old tapes and knockoff handbags, you're out of luck."
Best of RI Editors' Pick Vintage Market
Providence Flea
"If you're looking for old tapes and knockoff handbags, you're out of luck."
07.30.13 The Rhode Guide
Providence Flea: A little bit of Brooklyn with Rhode Island Flair
By Joshua Deaner
"We're so spoiled in Rhode Island! Arriving on the scene in early June this year, Providence Flea is the newest of the fabulous outdoor markets in Providence."
Providence Flea: A little bit of Brooklyn with Rhode Island Flair
By Joshua Deaner
"We're so spoiled in Rhode Island! Arriving on the scene in early June this year, Providence Flea is the newest of the fabulous outdoor markets in Providence."
07.29.13 Eco Mass News
A Tale of Two Fleas
By Joanna Detz
"Flea markets are making a comeback, as evidenced by the success of The Davis Flea and The Providence Flea, both of which are hipper versions of your mother's flea, featuring vintage finds and eco-chic upcycled goods."
A Tale of Two Fleas
By Joanna Detz
"Flea markets are making a comeback, as evidenced by the success of The Davis Flea and The Providence Flea, both of which are hipper versions of your mother's flea, featuring vintage finds and eco-chic upcycled goods."
07.24.13 Swipely Payment Marketing Blog
Big Facebook Marketing Ideas from Tiny Businesses
By Amanda MacArthur
"This Summer I’ve spent considerable time frolicking around the new Providence Flea here in Rhode Island. Like other vintage art fairs that came before them, they’ve dropped the word 'market' from the traditional name 'flea market,' and it essentially becomes a parade of art, antiques and vintage duds that hail from tiny independent vendors."
Big Facebook Marketing Ideas from Tiny Businesses
By Amanda MacArthur
"This Summer I’ve spent considerable time frolicking around the new Providence Flea here in Rhode Island. Like other vintage art fairs that came before them, they’ve dropped the word 'market' from the traditional name 'flea market,' and it essentially becomes a parade of art, antiques and vintage duds that hail from tiny independent vendors."
07.01.13 The Rhode Island Echo
South Water Street Flea Market in Providence
By Angelo Marinosci
"All summer long there will be this weekly Flea Market set up roadside along the Providence River every Sunday, which will offer a variety of handmade wares and unusual vintage clothing and art...it's worth it to pull over and park and walk around."
South Water Street Flea Market in Providence
By Angelo Marinosci
"All summer long there will be this weekly Flea Market set up roadside along the Providence River every Sunday, which will offer a variety of handmade wares and unusual vintage clothing and art...it's worth it to pull over and park and walk around."
07.01.13 GET Magazine
FLEA HAPPY
By Kayla David
"What’s better on a lazy Sunday than a riverside view, good company, and some great finds? I don’t know about you, but other than a Drag Brunch, I can’t think of anything that will top this."
FLEA HAPPY
By Kayla David
"What’s better on a lazy Sunday than a riverside view, good company, and some great finds? I don’t know about you, but other than a Drag Brunch, I can’t think of anything that will top this."
06.01.13 Motif Magazine
Top 13 Things To Do This Summer
#1 The Providence Flea
By Erin Swanson
"Summer breezes in and out like a thief in the night, so you've got to make the most of each and every fleeting day..."
Top 13 Things To Do This Summer
#1 The Providence Flea
By Erin Swanson
"Summer breezes in and out like a thief in the night, so you've got to make the most of each and every fleeting day..."
06.17.13 The Providence Journal
Bargain Hunting in Providence
"Megan Graham, of Providence, peruses a rack of vintage clothing for sale at The Providence Flea, an upscale market on the Providence Greenway, on Sunday."
Bargain Hunting in Providence
"Megan Graham, of Providence, peruses a rack of vintage clothing for sale at The Providence Flea, an upscale market on the Providence Greenway, on Sunday."
06.10.13 Rhode Island Public Radio
The Providence Flea Opens for the Summer
By Flo Jonic
"A new, upscale flea market is attracting crowds to downtown Providence on Sundays; it’s not your typical flea market."
The Providence Flea Opens for the Summer
By Flo Jonic
"A new, upscale flea market is attracting crowds to downtown Providence on Sundays; it’s not your typical flea market."
06.07.13 Racked Boston: To The Market
Providence Flea Is Underway on the Providence River Greenway by Susie Kostaras
"This year marks the inaugural run of the Providence Flea, an outdoor market led by Maria Tocco, peddling fancy vintage items based on the Brooklyn Flea model."
Providence Flea Is Underway on the Providence River Greenway by Susie Kostaras
"This year marks the inaugural run of the Providence Flea, an outdoor market led by Maria Tocco, peddling fancy vintage items based on the Brooklyn Flea model."
06.07.13 Providence Journal
OPINION | EDITORIALS "River city flea market "
The Providence Journal Editorial page says, "This is a great new use for the waterfront..."
OPINION | EDITORIALS "River city flea market "
The Providence Journal Editorial page says, "This is a great new use for the waterfront..."
06.07.13 New England HomeLife
"Food Trucks Roll In At The Providence Flea"
Posted by Julia Munroe in Food & Drink, Julia Munroe
"The Providence Flea- everyone knows that it’s about the vendors and the cool finds that are waiting for you there..."
"Food Trucks Roll In At The Providence Flea"
Posted by Julia Munroe in Food & Drink, Julia Munroe
"The Providence Flea- everyone knows that it’s about the vendors and the cool finds that are waiting for you there..."
06.06.13 The Rhode Show
Providence flea makes its grand opening
Unique looks available for the summer season
Emily Gauvin "PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) – Maria Tocco’s inspiration to open an upscale flea market in Providence came from her experiences at the Brooklyn flea"
Providence flea makes its grand opening
Unique looks available for the summer season
Emily Gauvin "PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) – Maria Tocco’s inspiration to open an upscale flea market in Providence came from her experiences at the Brooklyn flea"
06.06.13 The Rhode Show
Vintage fashion at the Providence Flea
Local store owner and flea vendor discusses style
Emily Gauvin "PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) -- Vintage is all the rage at the Providence flea this summer"
Vintage fashion at the Providence Flea
Local store owner and flea vendor discusses style
Emily Gauvin "PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) -- Vintage is all the rage at the Providence flea this summer"
06.06.13 The Rhode Show
Grab a bite to eat at Providence Flea
Local food used in food trucks Emily Gauvin "PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) – The Providence Flea won’t just be home to great clothing and accessories this summer, but it will also host all kinds of food trucks equipped with delicious local dishes."
Grab a bite to eat at Providence Flea
Local food used in food trucks Emily Gauvin "PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) – The Providence Flea won’t just be home to great clothing and accessories this summer, but it will also host all kinds of food trucks equipped with delicious local dishes."
06.05.13 Motif
Providence Flea: Discover Local Treasures
Summer Guide › by Caitlin Ardito
"In the shadow of Providence’s skyline, along the opposite shore of the river, the charm of a summer in the city meets the swank of Rhode Island’s urban vintage culture at the newly opened Providence Flea."
Providence Flea: Discover Local Treasures
Summer Guide › by Caitlin Ardito
"In the shadow of Providence’s skyline, along the opposite shore of the river, the charm of a summer in the city meets the swank of Rhode Island’s urban vintage culture at the newly opened Providence Flea."
06.03.13 A BermuDiana Grows in Providence
"Everybody, Flea!"
"Imagine my delight when, earlier this year, I found out that Providence would be getting its very own upscale flea market!"
"Everybody, Flea!"
"Imagine my delight when, earlier this year, I found out that Providence would be getting its very own upscale flea market!"
06.02.13 The Providence Sunday Journal
LIFESTYLE | ALL ABOUT STYLE
Providence Flea, the place to be
"Take the Brimfield Antique Show, cross it with a hipster art and crafts fair and you might get something similar to Providence Flea."
LIFESTYLE | ALL ABOUT STYLE
Providence Flea, the place to be
"Take the Brimfield Antique Show, cross it with a hipster art and crafts fair and you might get something similar to Providence Flea."
06.02.13 GoLocalProv.com
Upscale Urban Flea Market Opens This Weekend in Providence
Providence is about to get a little more like Brooklyn this weekend, when The Providence Flea, the city's first and only upscale urban flea market, will open for the season on Sunday, June 2.
Upscale Urban Flea Market Opens This Weekend in Providence
Providence is about to get a little more like Brooklyn this weekend, when The Providence Flea, the city's first and only upscale urban flea market, will open for the season on Sunday, June 2.
05.30.13 Rhode Island Monthly: The Weekly Round-up: May 31–June 6
Five can’t-miss events of the week.
By Christine Pavao and Allison Palombo
"Inspired by the popular Brooklyn Flea in New York, this open air market celebrates the old and the new right here in Rhode Island."
Five can’t-miss events of the week.
By Christine Pavao and Allison Palombo
"Inspired by the popular Brooklyn Flea in New York, this open air market celebrates the old and the new right here in Rhode Island."