The Newport Little League invites the community to O’Brien’s Pub for their 2025 Annual Fundraiser on Thursday, May 1st, from 6 to 9 PM.

The $20 admission includes a drink, light appetizers, a silent auction, raffles, and much more! Proceeds from this event help repair fields, provide equipment to their players, and provide scholarships. This is a 21+ event.

There are so many valuable life lessons that sports help develop in youth. Learning to work as a team, developing strong work ethics, and dealing with pressure are just a few ways these players are enriched through the love of the game. Each season takes a tremendous amount of time, dedication, and passion from the devoted group of volunteers, sponsors, and community partners who commit to organizing and facilitating a fun season in a well-maintained environment. Newport Little League is grateful for the decades of support they have received and look forward to another successful spring season starting in April 2025.

To purchase tickets or make a gift, visit www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/newport-little-league-2025-fundraiser

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