Set for this weekend (September 17-20th, 2015) on Newport Harbor is the Newport International Boat Show (NIBS), the kick-off to the boat show season and a prime time to experience fall in New England. It’s also one of the largest in-water boat shows in the country – hosting exhibitors from around the world with an exceptional […]
September 2015
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UPDATE: Sailboat Fire at Hinckley Marina on Monday Morning
Portsmouth Fire Department responded to Hinckley Marina in the early dawn hours on Monday, September 14th for a report of two sailboats on fire. According to reports around 5:45 a.m.; Portsmouth Fire discovered a 60 foot and a 40 foot sailboat on fire, mutual aid from surrounding towns and marine assets responded to the scene. According to […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary Announces “Design a Scarecrow Challenge” at Harvest Fair
The 41st Annual Harvest Fair at The Norman Bird Sanctuary (NBS) is adding a new challenge to their agenda of activities in 2015. NBS has announced “THE DESIGNER SCARECROW CHALLENGE,” a contest to draw local organizations, merchants and vendors to sponsor a team and create a “scarecrow” that represents your team’s creativity, originality and overall theme. A […]
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Fort Adams Expands Gift Shop Offerings to Include Food and Beverage
Fort Adams expands offerings of Gift Shop to include food and beverage, as well as a greater array of sundries and clothing. The Gift Shop now has a variety of fresh sandwiches, fruit cups, cookies and beverages including: Snapple, Coke products, juices, Powerade and bottled water. Additionally basic drug store items covering Tylenol, Motrin, antacids, […]
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iMEE Dance Company Will Present “the sum of 4 / + one” at Megley Black Box Theatre in Newport
Infinite Movement Ever Evolving (iMEE) contemporary dance company presents a feast of sight and sound through a diverse collection of choreographic voices and film on Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11 at Megley Black Box Theatre in Newport. iMEE’s October performances will mark the company’s first FULL programming of multi-disciplinary contemporary dance offered to […]
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Fort Adams Will Appear on Syfy’s ‘Ghost Hunters’ This October
Fort Adams State Park will be featured on Ghost Hunters on October 14th at 9:00pm on Syfy . In each episode, Jason Hawes and his team of paranormal investigators, TAPS (The Atlantic Paranormal Society) investigate paranormal activity across the country. Fort Adams Trust will host an exclusive episode screening in the very spot inside Fort Adams […]
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Entertainment and Live Music In Newport This Week| September 14 – 17
Here’s a look at what’s happening in Newport for live music and entertainment this week, enjoy! Recommended Story: 8 Great Things To Do In Newport This Week Listings: Entertainment & Live Music In Newport This Week Monday, September 14 – Thursday, September 17 @ The Deck | 1 Waite’s Wharf Monday: Live music with Justin […]
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8 Things To Do This Week in Newport, RI | September 14 – 17
Autumn doesn’t arrive until September 23rd and there’s still plenty to keep you busy, smiling and entertained in the City By The Sea! Here’s what’s happening, new and to do this week in Newport! Recommended Related Story: Live Music & Entertainment Listings For This Week Things To Do In Newport, RI Monday, September 14th – […]
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Rhode Island Brewers Guild Unveils Advertising Campaign to Promote Local Beer
The Rhode Island Brewers Guild launched a new campaign this week to promote the local beer industry. Established in 2013, the Rhode Island Brewers Guild (www.ribrewersguild.org) is a non-profit organization with the mission of promoting Rhode Island beer and advancing the interests of breweries in the state. The Guild has put together a 30-second television advertisement that […]
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UPDATE: House Fire on Ledge Road in Newport on Sunday Morning
Map of Ledge Road in Newport, RI At approximately 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 13th, Newport Fire Department responded to a report of heavy smoke showing from a two story dwelling on Ledge Road. According to Newport Patch, the address of the fire was 38 Ledge Road and is valued at approximately $3 million. Newport […]
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Instagram Features Aquidneck Island Photo and Local Instagrammer
Instagram shared a photo with their 98 million followers on Saturday, September 12th of a photo from Aquidneck Island. In the description for the photo on Instagram, the photo mentions ‘Santana‘, a schooner that was once owned by Humphrey Bogart, being restored in Newport. The photo, which is described in original photo description as a “Transom […]
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Celebration Of Life Planned for Musician Joe Martins at Newport Blues Cafe
Newport City Limits Magazine and Big Cat Blues band will host a tribute and celebration of life for Joe Martins on September 13th at the Newport Blues Cafe. The event will take place from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and will feature live music, stories and more. The event is open to the public. What’sUpNewp […]
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International Tennis Hall of Fame’s Capital Campaign Exceeds $15 Million Fundraising Goal
The Capital Campaign Committee of the International Tennis Hall of Fame has announced that fundraising on the Match Point Capital Campaign has now exceeded its $15 million goal. “Three years ago we embarked on the largest capital campaign in International Tennis Hall of Fame history. After three years of hard work by the Capital Campaign Committee […]
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New Navy Ship ‘USNS Fall River’ Will Stop in Newport, RI
The recently built USNS Fall River will be stop in Newport, RI on Monday, September 14th according to according to The Herald News; “The Fall River will be traveling from Newport, Rhode Island, where it will be displayed starting Monday, and from this city will continue to its service in the Pacific, (Battleship Cove) officials said.” […]
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Sail Newport Announces Warrior Sailing Program and RI Red Cross Will Benefit From Annual Sail for Hope
On the 14th anniversary of 9/11, Sail Newport announced today that the annual sailing event fundraiser started in the wake of the attacks on the U.S. is going strong and aiming to assist Rhode Island armed services families, enlisted military and veterans. After that tragic day in 2001, a few local sailors hurried to organize […]
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Two Chances to See Fireworks This Fall in Newport, RI
The Newport City Council approved two special event licenses on Wednesday, September 9th that will give two different applicants the permission to host a fireworks display in Newport, RI this fall. While both events are private, both firework displays should be able to be seen by the general public. On Thursday, September 24th; Advanced Power Services will […]
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Entertainment and Live Music This Weekend | September 11 – 13
Here’s a look at what’s happening in Newport for live music and entertainment this weekend, enjoy! Don’t miss our look at 15 Fun Things To Do This Weekend In Newport! Newport, RI Live Music & Entertainment Listings Friday, September 11 – Sunday, September 13 Buskers Irish Pub & Restaurant | 178 Thames Street | Phone: 401-846-5856 Friday: Live music from […]
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Island Moving Co. Will Present Dances Set in City Landscapes as an Open for Dancing Interlude
Newport’s Island Moving Co. will present dances set in city landscapes as an Open for Dancing Interlude on September 25 and 26, 2015. IMC’s Open for Dancing is a biennial site specific dance and art festival that the Company will next present in September 2016. The Interlude will include performances created for the center of […]
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Portsmouth Residents Invited to Free Day at Green Animals
As part of its continuing celebration of its 70th anniversary, The Preservation Society of Newport County invites all Town of Portsmouth, RI residents and their families to enjoy free admission to Green Animals Topiary Garden on Saturday, September 19, 2015. Any resident family member is welcome to visit Green Animals on September 19 just by […]
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15 Great Things To Do This Weekend in Newport, RI | September 11 – 13
The first weekend of what some call “Fall” is here and we’re going to be honest with you, there’s so much happening and to do this weekend that you’re going to forget that we just celebrated Labor Day. What’sUpNewp has the ultimate guide to keep you busy, entertained and smiling this weekend. 1 – Remembering 9/11 Attacks […]
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Ceremonies Planned in Newport, RI to Commemorate 14th Anniversary of September 11th Attacks
September 11, 2015 will mark 14 years since the September 11, 2001 attacks on the New York City, Washington D.C. and the United States. There are a few ceremonies planned to remember those lost and to commemorate the anniversary. Naval War College The Naval War College (NWC) will hold a remembrance ceremony at noon, Sept. 11, […]
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Naval Academy Preparatory School Graduate Will Start for New England Patriots
Joe Cardona, who is currently serving at the Naval Academy Preparatory School in Newport, RI, will start at Long Snapper for the New England Patriots in the NFL Season Opener on Thursday, September 10th. The 23 year-old was drafted by the New England Patriots in the fifth round (166th overall) of the 2015 NFL Draft, after the […]
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Mark Stenning, Former CEO of International Tennis Hall Of Fame, Honored with Golden Achievement Award by the International Tennis Federation
In a special ceremony last night at the US Open, the International Tennis Hall of Fame and the International Tennis Federation (ITF) honored former Hall of Fame CEO Mark L. Stenning by presentation of the 2015 Golden Achievement Award. The Golden Achievement Award is presented annually to an individual who has made significant contributions internationally […]
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Newport Art Museum Introduces New Fall Programming: Second Saturdays, Drinks with Designers and Art After Dark
The Newport Art Museum is kicking off the fall season with a series of new programs. “Second Saturdays” (beginning September 12), “Drinks with Designers” (beginning September 17), and “Art After Dark” (beginning October 8), will join the ranks of the many events and educational programs the Museum currently offers in its galleries at 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. These […]
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Perry Mill Tavern Will Close on September 10th, Last Call For Members of Jameson Club
On July 10th, the What’sUpNewp Crew brought you the news that the Owners Of Midtown Oyster Bar Have Purchased Perry Mill Tavern. What’sUpNewp has learned that Perry Mill Tavern will officially close on Thursday, September 10th. It is currently unknown when the new owners expect to reopen the restaurant and bar at 337 Thames Street. For […]