The Downtowners are starting an America in Bloom project, like in Kelso and Castle Rock. Volunteers are planting from 9 a.m. to noon on Sunday, May 4, with a meetup point behind Dapper Dandelion, 1409 14th Ave., which is also near Red Canoe. To join, text RSVP to Kat at 360-961-2420 or Hayden at 360-355-7897. 

The city of Longview is closing both sides of Broadway Street in front of City Hall to host events starting May 1. So far, scheduled events include the Cowlitz Community Farmers Market on Tuesdays starting May 6 through the fall, and Mi Familia Swap Meet on Saturday and Sundays through the fall. To host an event, contact the city at pio@mylongview.com.

Longview-based nonprofit and Downtowners member The Broad Strokes Project is adding another mural downtown at the Dapper Dandelion building at 1409 14th Ave. by local artist Alex Lilley starting Sunday, April 27. Email thebroadstrokesproject@gmail.com to help paint.