Despite the threat of rain this weekend, the 14th annual PorchFest in Somerville, Massachusetts, is on!

The city's beloved event is scheduled to be held from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday.

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"PorchFest always has a way for the sun to come out just at the right time," said Jeff Shwom, a PorchFest participant and performer. "It's just going to be a great event."

This year, PorchFest participants need badges to put on their properties. The change comes after the indie rock band Guster's show drew a huge crowd last year. The band started in Somerville.

"I got to see the tens of thousands of people clog the streets, clog driveways and sidewalks, and unfortunately, it created a slightly unsafe environment for everyone involv

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