written by Andrea McHugh, Senior Communications Manager for Discover Newport The wait is over! Summer on The Classic Coast is officially upon us and so begins the season of plenty. While Newport and its surrounding coastal communities remain proud of longtime institutions ranging from family eateries (like Evelyn’s Drive In, marking its 50th year as Rhode Island’s iconic […]
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Meeka Fine Jewelry opens in Newport
Pennsylvania-based Meeka Fine Jewelry recently expanded to Newport! “With our ties to the area, we’ve found ourselves drawn back more and more over the years. We’re delighted to invest in a property with all of the character and charm of Newport for Meeka’s second home,” says owner and operator Monika Krol. Monika Krol opened Meeka […]
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Summer Programming at Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina will include wellness, music, and fashion
This summer Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina will welcome guests with a packed lineup of programming all summer long. From fitness and wellness classes to contemporary fashion and music partnerships, Gurney’s will host multiple pop-ups and unique experiences that bring the best of fitness, fashion and entertainment right to their resorts. Live from Gurney’s Newport Resort […]
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The Newport Show will host Authors and Designers Meg Braff and Marshall Watson for a talk and breakfast shopping event
The Newport Show is known for offering a variety of antiques, art and exquisite objects during the annual shopping tradition. It’s also a center for fine design and fashion. This year the Show will host authors and renowned interior designers Meg Braff, who is also a Newport Show exhibitor, and Marshall Watson, for a two-part […]
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Getting Married In Newport: 4 benefits of having your wedding on a Friday or Sunday
Introduction: What’sUpNewp recently partnered with Blackstone Caterers to bring you inspiration, information, and insight into the wedding industry in and around Newport. Whether you’re planning a wedding now or are dreaming of the big day when the planning begins, we’ll be bringing you tips, tricks, and more on ways to make the biggest day of […]
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Herreshoff Marine Museum to hold 2nd Annual Herreshoff Waterfront Festival & Wharf Sale
The Herreshoff Marine Museum invites the public to kick off the summer with a visit to the Museum for its 2nd Annual Herreshoff Waterfront Festival and Wharf Sale on June 22, 2019 from 10 am – 2 pm! Set on their beautiful and historic waterfront, this event is the perfect opportunity to visit a historic […]
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A Century At Sea: Comprehensive Maritime Auction featuring more than 700 items coming to IYRS on July 19 – 20
On July 19th and 20th, Guernsey’s will be holding a massive nautically-themed auction focusing on great ocean liners, majestic sailing ships and other maritime-related treasures at International Yacht Restoration School (IYRS). The event is scheduled from 2 pm to 8 pm on July 19th and 12 pm to 8 pm on July 20th, according to […]
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North Sails Collection store opening on Bannisters Wharf
North Sails has announce the opening of the North Sails Collection store in Newport. Located at 16 Bannisters Wharf, the new store will reportedly feature the apparel from the Lifestyle Collection and Crew Collection, a line of technical performance gear designed for crews. North Sails invites the public to a Store Opening Party on June […]
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New In Newport: Becca Rose will be holding its Grand “Anchoring” on Friday, June 7th
Becca Rose will hold its Grand “Anchoring” (opening) in Newport on Friday, June 7th from 12pm to 8pm at their new location on 491 Thames Street. According to Becca Rose, their store is “a haven of Self-Love and provides the highest quality of tools for physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual support and healing, including online […]
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Newport’s Daffy Days window decorating contest winners announced
To celebrate Newport’s Daffodil Days, over 20 Newport businesses have gone daffy, decorating their storefront windows in bright yellow festive displays. The window decorating contest was judged by representatives from Newport in Bloom. “Congratulations to all the winners! And thank you to all the stores who decorated their windows and “went daffy.” They make Newport […]
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Bowler Lane Projects Announces Opening of LIL BIG
Newport’s up and coming art space, Bowler Lane Projects, has announced its latest exhibition, LIL BIG, an all-female group show. Bowler Lane Projects co-owners and curators, Kristen Coates and Marie Samuels, will host the show’s opening this Saturday March 30th from 6-9pm. Reception will be held at 11 Bowler Lane, Newport RI. LIL BIG will […]
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Only In Rhode Island closes store on Long Wharf Mall, expands focus on wholesale, online, and special events
After 17 years on Long Wharf Mall, Only In Rhode Island has confirmed with What’sUpNewp that they have closed their brick-and-mortar store located at 43 Long Wharf Mall.. Fans of the specialty store focused on Rhode Island-made products, gifts, and gift baskets shouldn’t fret though, as the business tells us that they will be expanding […]
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Kristen Coates store on Bowen’s Wharf to close, Jason & Co moving in (Updated)
Kristen Coates, a store that has sells “arts and objects for the well-curated home”, announced on Tuesday that they would be closing their Bowen’s Wharf storefront on February 24th. Owned by Kristen Coates, the store opened in September 2015. Coates is also a partner of a project arts speace in Newport, called Bowler Lane Projects. […]
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‘Toys as Art Show’ joins the Marvels of Winter at Newport Winter Festival
Bruneau and Co. Auctioneers has announced that they will present “Toys as Art” on Sunday, Feb. 17th from 1-4 pm at the Newport Marriott as part of the 31st Annual Newport Winter Festival. The event will include a presentation and display as well as the opportunity to have any toy, comic, collectible, fine art, or […]
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Yankee Candle permanently closes Newport storefront
Your brick-and-mortar choices to buy scented candles, potpourri, and air fresheners in Newport, Rhode Island just got a lot smaller. Earlier this month and without any public notice, Yankee Candle closed its store located at 36 America’s Cup Avenue/Long Wharf Mall in Newport. “On background I can confirm we have closed the Yankee Candle store at […]
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Newport Wellness Week returns this month
Newport Wellness Week, a week-long celebration of mind, body and spirit, returns January 19-25, 2019. Featuring a diverse array of wellness events, special offers and deals throughout Newport County and beyond, Newport Wellness Week has been designed to educate and inspire everyone from those who strive to embrace a healthier lifestyle to those who are […]
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Team One Newport and CK Bradley to hold Warehouse Sale on Saturday to benefit Sail Newport
On Saturday, December 15, from 10 am to 5 pm, Team One Newport and CK Bradley will hold a Super Savings Warehouse Sale of brand name items including CK Bradley, Patagonia, Gill, Musto, Dakine, Henri Lloyd, Rail Riders and SLAM at huge discounts (40% off and more). Men’s, Women’s and youth sizes. A portion of […]
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The Newport Art Museum’s Faculty & Student Holiday Arts & Crafts Sale opens during Art After Dark
Newport Art Museum’s Art After Dark, which recently received the 2017 Editor’s Pick Award for Best Artsy Social Event by Rhode Island Monthly Magazine, is back on Thursday, December 13 from 5 – 9 pm. Each Art After Dark has unique programming for the whole family. This event joins the ranks of the many events and educational programs the Museum currently offers in its galleries at 76 Bellevue […]
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Jewelry company Loren Hope bringing its headquarters, first storefront to Newport in 2019
Newport, RI – Loren Hope, a Rhode Island-based jewelry company featuring seasonal and timeless jewelry exclusively handcrafted in the United States, will be opening their first brick and mortar location in Newport in Spring 2019. Loren Barham, Founder and Creative Director Founded in 2005, by artist Loren Barham, also Creative Director, Loren Hope offers contemporary jewelry […]
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Nautical Book Sale coming to IYRS Library
Newport, RI – Love books? Want to give books as gifts this holiday season? IYRS School of Technology & Trades (IYRS) has an event and opportunity just for you. Starting Wednesday, November 28th a unique selection of scarce, gently-used, and like-new nautical books will be for sale at great prices in the IYRS Library. IYRS invites […]
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VIDEO: Newport County Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Winthrop kicks off 2018 Holidays by the Sea initiative
Newport, RI – At a press conference and community gathering this morning at Empire Tea & Coffee on Bellevue Avenue, The Newport County Chamber of Commerce reminded residents to THINK LOCAL and SHOP SMALL in advance of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and their 2018 Holidays by the Sea initiative. Holidays by the Sea will begin on Small Business, Saturday, November […]
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Bowen’s Wharf: Shopping spree, Block Party, Christmas Tree Lighting, and more planned for holiday season
Newport, RI – Bowen’s Wharf will certainly live up to its nickname as “The Anchor of Newport” this holiday season. This year the Bowen’s Wharf Merchants Association is sponsoring a spectacular holiday shopping spree. Starting with the day after Thanksgiving, Bowen’s Wharf businesses offer a fresh take on Black Friday and a way to dance […]
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RIB & RHEIN permanently closes on William Street
RIB & RHEIN, a fashion and lifestyle boutique for men and women, abruptly and permanently closed their store on William Street earlier this week after 10 years in business. “It’s our 10-year Anniversary and we have an announcement to make.We sadly regret to inform you that the Newport Flagship Boutique is closing as of November 1st. After […]
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Aquidneck Growers Saturday Market moves indoors for the winter season
(New hours and new vendors for the Island’s Saturday year-round farmers market! Photo via Aquidneck Growers Market) Middletown, RI – The Saturday farmers market will move inside at Newport Vineyards in Middletown for the winter months, celebrating a seventh year providing a year-round market for locally sourced produce and foods on the Island. Hours will […]
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Attention Retailers: Sign up now to participate in 2018 Newport Holiday Stroll
(Photo: The holiday season will be here before you know it. Photo Credit: Bowen’s Wharf) It’s that time of year again when The City By The Sea begins planning for the upcoming holiday season and we have a special offer for you as local businesses band together to continue to make Newport New England’s Premier […]