Spending an evening (or the whole day!) chilling on your porch feels like something from a bygone era. But it’s still a common practice — and one that can foster a community spirit. Here’s what we can ...

DEAR ANNIE: I have lived in my house for more than 40 years. In all that time, I have done my best to be a good neighbor. I am not the type to throw block parties or socialize regularly, but I have ...

For years, I had an old Craftsman bungalow with a big front porch. I’d sit out front every night with a glass in my hand, enjoying my street, greeting the neighbors as they walked their dogs. Friends ...

Feeding front porch feral cats is an honorable thing to do. It can be very rewarding until one of them suddenly thanks you by marking the front door. This happened at my house just last night.

David Murdock shares his unexpected journey of hosting a bird's nest on his porch, from tiny eggs to fledglings.

From childhood memories to present-day discoveries, All Things Considered listeners from across the country share their most-cherished porch stories. One of the few benefits of living in Phoenix in ...