Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Monday, June 30 through Sunday, July 6. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Monday, June 30 Things To Do 10 am: Free self-guided tours at Eisenhower House 3 pm: Jamestown Farmers Market at Jamestown Recreation Center 5 pm: ECO Fundraiser at […]
Arts & Culture
A look at What’s Up in arts and culture in Newport, Rhode Island, and beyond.
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Princess June and Newport Classical artists to kick off 2025 NIMFest concert series on July 6
Mystic folk trio Princess June and Newport Classical Festival Artists will open the eight-week NIMFest summer concert series at King Park Gazebo on Sunday, July 6, from 3–6 p.m. The free, family-friendly event is presented thanks to a generous donation from the Hamilton Family Foundation, and produced by the New England Music Organization and North End Entertainment. The Newport-based […]
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Rhode Island State Archives to display Declaration of Independence during special holiday hours
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the Rhode Island State Archives today announced that the State Archives will be open for special Independence Day hours on July 4 so that the public can view Rhode Island’s three copies of the Declaration of Independence. “The State Archives are the keepers of three beautifully-preserved pieces of […]
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Newport Dance Festival returns with global flair this July
Dance enthusiasts are in for a treat this July as the Newport Dance Festival showcases performances from international and local artists in the picturesque setting of Newport. Newport Contemporary Ballet (NCB) is hosting the event on the lawn of The Great Friends Meeting House from July 16-20, 2025. Each night, performances kick off at 7:30 […]
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Marking The Landscape: Saluting Newport’s Black & Indigenous history one century at a time
Sharing Rhode Island’s Untold History at the Newport Public Library We’re incredibly fortunate to have the Newport Public Library at the heart of our city – a vibrant and accessible space for learning for all ages and interests. In honor of Juneteenth two weeks ago, the Newport Library staff invited me to speak about the […]
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newportFILM Outdoors opens 15th season with award-winning ‘The Last Dive’
The Great Friends Meeting House lawn transformed into an outdoor cinema on Thursday evening as newportFILM Outdoors launched its milestone 15th season with a captivating screening of “The Last Dive,” drawing film enthusiasts and community members together for an evening of compelling storytelling under the summer sky. The 2025 season opened on June 26 with […]
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What’s new in Newport this Summer: HBO’s “The Gilded Age” returns, French cuisine flourishes, sporting history is made, and more
By Discover Newport Newport is turning up the heat this summer with a bold blend of historic grandeur, culinary creativity, and must-see events. From exclusive tours inside the mansions featured in HBO’s The Gilded Age to the return of a groundbreaking women’s tennis tournament, Newport promises a season unlike any other. Whether you’re drawn to […]
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Discover the world of “Ham” Radio: We’ll get you on the air
By Newport County Radio Club Join the Newport County Radio Club for an exciting weekend of exploring local, regional, and global communication at the annual Field Day event! Taking place Saturday, June 28th and Sunday, June 29th at Glen Park, Gilbert Barker Road, in Portsmouth, this event is a good opportunity to experience the world […]
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Preservation Society kicks off the Newport social calendar with “fairyland” Flower Show
Preservation Society’s Flower Show officially launched Newport’s fashionable social scene last weekend with a kaleidoscope of color and creativity that took over Rosecliff mansion on Bellevue Ave. The Newport Flower Show: “A Floral Fair” was blessed with glorious weather all weekend and crowds flocked to view the creative selections that represented a joie de vivre […]
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More Than Bunnies: Hunt Slonem on faith, preservation, and his two Newport shows
Hunt Slonem is constantly on the move. A prolific artist, the septuagenarian is always working, has tons of projects going on, and continues to find creative wonder in nature. One of the most iconic contemporary painters of our time, Slonem’s signature bunny artworks are seriously sought-after pieces in the art world. His colorfully featured butterflies, […]
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Grammy winner Karen Slack to perform ‘African Queens’ at Newport Classical Festival
This summer, the Newport Classical Music Festival welcomes soprano Karen Slack for a performance of “African Queens,” a new work that’s generating buzz in the classical music world. Set for July 12, 2025, at 8 p.m., Slack will take the stage at The Breakers mansion. It’s one of the highlights of the festival’s 56th season, […]
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Newport Folk Festival announces All-Star Softball Game Fundraiser
Newport Folk Festival is spicing things up for 2025 with a new all-star softball game featuring festival artists. Set for July 24 at Cardines Field, the game will run from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. This isn’t just about fun and games – the softball match aims to raise funds for Newport Festivals Foundation’s local […]
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Interactive murder mystery “Death Is a Cabernet, Ol’ Chum” coming to Sakonnet Vineyard
Sakonnet Vineyard will host the Little Compton Community Center’s interactive murder mystery event, “Death Is a Cabernet, Ol’ Chum” presented by the WatermelonAlligator Theatre Company on Saturday, July 12th. Guests will play the role of detective and try to crack the case of Malcolm Melee, an acclaimed winemaker and vineyard owner whose body was found […]
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Winners announced for 29th Annual Newport Flower Show at Rosecliff
The Preservation Society of Newport County has announced the winners of the 29th annual Newport Flower Show, which took place this past weekend at Rosecliff mansion. The prestigious event, which benefits The Preservation Society of Newport County, recognized excellence across four main divisions: Botanical Arts, Floral Design, Horticulture Design, and Photography. Top Honors In the […]
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Newport’s Gilded Age elegance featured in Saks Fifth Avenue’s luxury window displays
The opulent mansions and picturesque waterfronts that have made Newport a destination for sophisticated travelers are now gracing the windows of luxury retailer Saks Fifth Avenue’s most prestigious locations. Rhode Island Commerce announced Tuesday (June 24) that a new collaboration with Saks will showcase Newport’s Gilded Age elegance and coastal beauty through elaborate window displays […]
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Newport Art Museum to present ‘Howard Gardiner Cushing: A Harmony of Line and Color’
The Newport Art Museum on Monday (June 23) announced that it will present Howard Gardiner Cushing: A Harmony of Line and Color, the first major retrospective in decades of one of the Gilded Age’s most visionary—and overlooked—American artists. On view in the Museum’s Cushing Gallery from July 12 through December 31, 2025, this exhibition brings together […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this week and weekend: June 23 – 29
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Monday, June 23 through Sunday, June 29. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Monday, June 23 Things To Do 10 am: Free self-guided tours at Eisenhower House 3 pm: Jamestown Farmers Market at Jamestown Recreation Center 3:15 pm & […]
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New Hampshire city in ‘Jumanji’ marks 30th anniversary with animal costume race
By KATHY McCORMACK Associated Press KEENE, N.H. (AP) — Madeline Murphy remembers the instructions she was given on the set of “Jumanji” when she was an extra some 30 years ago: “Pretend you’re frightened and you’re screaming because an elephant’s coming after you.” So, that’s what she did in the Central Square of Keene, New Hampshire, running […]
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Friends Of The Waterfront Concert Series returns to King Park for five shows this summer
Newport’s King Park Gazebo is gearing up for a summer of music as the Friends of the Waterfront Concert Series makes its return. The New England Music Organization is hosting five free outdoor concerts at King Park from July to August. Blues harmonica star James Montgomery is set to kick things off on July 11 […]
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Think you know ‘Jaws’? Test your knowledge with this trivia ahead of the movie’s 50th anniversary
Friday marks the 50th anniversary of “Jaws.” It remains one of the most beloved and rewatched movies of all time. But how good is your knowledge of the some of lore surrounding Steven Spielberg’s 1975 masterpiece? Read on and see how much you know about “Jaws.” What was the nickname given to the shark? Spielberg named his mechanical […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this weekend: June 20 – 22
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, June 20 through Sunday, June 22. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Friday, June 20 Things To Do All Day: The Newport Flower Show at Rosecliff 12 pm: Museum of Newport Irish History open […]
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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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‘Jaws’ and the two musical notes that changed Hollywood forever
Jared Bahir Browsh, University of Colorado Boulder “Da, duh.” Two simple notes – E and F – have become synonymous with tension, fear and sharks, representing the primal dread of being stalked by a predator. And they largely have “Jaws” to thank. Fifty years ago, Steven Spielberg’s blockbuster film – along with its spooky score […]
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‘Jaws’ changed movies forever, but Hollywood could still learn from it
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Fifty years after “Jaws” sunk its teeth into us, we’re still admiring the bite mark. Steven Spielberg’s 1975 film, his second feature, left such an imprint on culture and Hollywood that barely any trip to the movies, let alone to the beach, has been the same […]