The Newport Rotary Club’s annual charity polo match is set for May 31 at 5 p.m. at the Newport Polo Club grounds. This marks the event’s 34th year.

Gates open at 3 p.m. with food trucks and a cash bar on-site. Tickets are $15 at the gate, and kids under 15 get in free with an adult.

Get ready to spread out your picnic blanket and watch top players face off in a classic 6-chukker match.

Newport Polo will also be hosting an art fair that day in the Chalets;

The Chalet village springs to life at the Rotary Match with original works by dozens of artists from Gallery House, a vibrant contemporary art collective featuring bold abstracts, stunning landscapes, and captivating mixed-media creations.

All ticket sales go directly to support the Newport Rotary Club’s community projects.

The Newport Rotary is committed to making a positive impact both locally and globally.

Want to get involved? The club is always looking for new members who are passionate about service and community. You can check out a lunch meeting on the first or third Tuesday of the month to learn more about what they do.

In case of bad weather, the event will move to July 13 at 5 p.m.

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