Newport Classical is set to dazzle audiences with its 2025 Music Festival, running from July 4-22 across 11 stunning venues in Newport. The 56th season promises an impressive lineup of 29 concerts featuring over 100 artists, blending beloved classics with exciting new works and world premieres. Music lovers can look forward to performances by the […]
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Things to do in Newport County this weekend: May 30 – June 1
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Friday, May 30 Things To Do 11 am: Winery Tours at Newport Vineyards & Restaurant 5 pm: Low Cost Vaccine Clinic at […]
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Patrick Murphy’s first solo show in five years opens tonight at House of Waves
Tonight, Broadway will glow a little brighter. Local artist and photographer Patrick Murphy is hosting his first solo exhibition in five years at House of Waves (154 Broadway), the creative studio and gallery he opened as a love letter to the community that raised him. The show runs from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. It coincides […]
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Rosecliff premieres Richard Morris Hunt exhibit this weekend
The new exhibit on Richard Morris Hunt’s (1827–1895) life and work offers an unprecedented look at his Gilded Age legacy, manifold life, and cultural influences. Just walk down Bellevue and view the Tudor-style buildings, and you can see his influence everywhere. We had the opportunity to preview the exhibition at Rosecliff, with Chief Curator Leslie […]
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Newport’s 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration set for June 21st
Newport’s third annual Juneteenth celebration is set for June 21, 2025, at Eisenhower Park on Washington Square. The free, family-friendly event, organized by Rhode Island Slave History Medallions (RISHM), runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and offers a variety of activities to mark the national holiday. Kicking off with a reenactors parade and honorary […]
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Here’s what’s happening at Tiverton Public Library in June
The following is a list of library programs that adults can enjoy at the Tiverton Public Library in June. Patrons are encouraged to visit https://tivertonlibrary.org or call 401-625-6796 to learn more and to register. All Month Long One-on-One Tech Help Tech help is available to everyone, regardless of your skill level. Come with specific questions or we […]
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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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Floral visionaries Cordelia de Castellane and Emily Thompson to share artistic insights at Newport Flower Show
Two acclaimed floral experts will share their artistic insights during the 29th annual Newport Flower Show at Rosecliff. Cordelia de Castellane has been described as a tastemaker and true ambassador of the French lifestyle. On Saturday, June 21, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., the author of “Flower Couture: From My Garden to My House” […]
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Things to do this week in Newport: May 27 – June 1
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this week and weekend. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar More Events | Submit Your Event | Promote Your Event
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Newport Classical concludes Chamber Series with Trio Mediaeval
Newport Classical wraps up its 2024-25 Chamber Series with a performance by GRAMMY-nominated Trio Mediaeval on June 13, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. The concert takes place at the Newport Classical Recital Hall in Newport. The Norwegian group will showcase Swedish and Norwegian vocal folk music, including traditional songs, hymns, fiddle tunes, ballads, and the unique […]
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Jamestown exhibition brings attention to alarming bird population decline
The Jamestown Arts Center (JAC) is gearing up for an eye-opening exhibition called “Canaries in the Coal Mine: Where have all the birds gone?” running from June 28 to August 23, 2025. Curator Rachel Rosenfield Lafo has brought together artists who are tackling the worrying decline in North American bird populations through their work. “I […]
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Newport’s Black History Walking Tours return for 2025 Season
Newport’s Black History Walking Tours are back for a second season, kicking off on May 24. Rhode Island Slave History Medallions (RISHM) is running these 75-minute guided tours on weekends through October 26. Participants will explore Historic Hill, learning about resistance and freedom in Newport’s colonial era. Charles Roberts, who started RISHM, explains, “We’re shining […]
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Veronica Bruno: Newport gallery report
Newport, RI has a pretty vibrant gallery scene. Dwarfed by perhaps Providence, we feel that the intimate art galleries throughout Aquidneck (and Conanicut Island) don’t get quite the attention that they deserve. Maybe it’s just that there’s so much to do here—especially during the popular summer season—that these art house gems can sometimes get lost […]
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Puddingstone Music unveils inaugural Summer Festival for 2025
Newport’s historic venues will host the first Puddingstone Music Festival, which will feature a range of classical performances from June 24 to 28, 2025. The festival includes three main concerts, open rehearsals, and a live podcast recording of music from four centuries. “We’re excited to bring this musical experience to Newport’s beautiful historic settings,” the […]
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The Breakers’ historic front gates reinstalled after restoration
The Preservation Society of Newport County announced today (May 21) that restoration work on The Breakers’ massive main gates has been completed.Weighing 5,600 pounds each, the main gates were put back into place by crane on Wednesday (May 21). Two large wrought-iron crown pieces were reinstalled on Tuesday (May 20).The two main gates, two side […]
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Things to do in Newport County this Memorial Day Weekend: May 22 – 26
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this Memorial Day Weekend, Thursday, May 22 through Monday, May 26. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Thursday, May 22 Things To Do 9 am: Save The Bay Shoreline Cleanup at Weaver Cove 11 am: Winery Tours […]
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Audrain’s 1952 Pegaso Z-102 wins first in class at Lugano Elegance
The Audrain Collection’s 1952 Pegaso Z-102 lightweight competition coupe has just won First in Class at the Lugano Elegance event in Switzerland. This prestigious win came in the Sports Cars of the ’50s and ’60s category. The Audrain Collections acquired this historic vehicle, chassis 0115, in 2020. It’s one of only three lightweight competition coupes […]
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JPT kicks off summer with ‘JAWS’, comedy fest, live music, and more
Nothing salutes the start of a Rhode Island summer like Quint the shark hunter, Broadway Street Fair, and a refreshing drink in hand, courtesy of local brewers and wineries. The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) sets summer into motion with showings of cult classic films to remind viewers that beach days and warmer […]
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Theatre By The Sea kicks off 92nd season with “Always…Patsy Cline”
Theatre By The Sea is opening its 2025 summer season with a tribute to country music icon Patsy Cline. “Always…Patsy Cline” runs from May 28 to June 21, returning to the venue after a 20-year break. “Always…Patsy Cline has not been presented at Theatre By The Sea for over twenty years. In fact, it was the […]
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Things to do this week in Newport: May 19 – 25
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this week and weekend. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar More Events | Submit Your Event | Promote Your Event
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newportFILM to screen Sally Ride documentary at Casino Theatre
newportFILM is set to screen a documentary about trailblazing astronaut Sally Ride in Newport next week. The organization, teaming up with Newport Out and NASA Rhode Island Space Grant Consortium, will show “SALLY” at the Casino Theatre on May 22. This Sundance Film Festival selection dives into Ride’s professional achievements and personal life. Tam O’Shaughnessy, […]
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Book Review: Ocean Vuong takes existentialism to deeply intimate level in ‘The Emperor of Gladness’
By DONNA EDWARDS Associated Press Hai is 19 and suicidal. Grazina is 81 and living alone with dementia. So when she strikes a deal to house him so they can keep each other company in exchange for his help as a kind of unofficial live-in nurse, this could spell their mutual salvation or destruction. Ocean […]
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Jamestown Arts Center launches FlatFile Program to showcase and support artists
The Jamestown Arts Center (JAC) is proud to announce the launch of its new FlatFile program, designed to extend the life of curated JAC exhibitions by offering a selection of original artworks and limited-edition prints for sale at accessible prices. The FlatFile collection features 2-dimensional works on paper by 18 artists who have recently exhibited at […]
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Historic solo sailing adventure comes to Newport’s big screen
A documentary about the first American to sail solo around the world is coming to The JPT on May 31. “Around Alone” showcases Dodge Morgan’s 1985 voyage on American Promise, a 60-foot sloop custom-built by Ted Hood. The film gives viewers a unique look at the challenges of solo sailing, with footage from automatic cameras […]
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This Day in RI History: May 18, 1652 – Rhode Island becomes the first colony to pass an anti-slavery law
On May 18th, 1652, Rhode Island became the first of the thirteen colonies to ban slavery. The good intentions of those who wrote the law, however, went unheeded – the statute was largely ignored for over a century, as many merchants in the state became leading slave traders in colonial America. The act read, “Whereas, […]
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Imagination Library to celebrate 4,270 Newport County children served
The Bazarsky Family Foundation is throwing a free party for kids to celebrate Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. It’s happening on June 8, 2025, at Middletown High School. The fun kicks off from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Kids can enjoy a show by the Toe Jam Puppet Band and munch on snacks. This event is […]
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Newport Restoration Foundation unveils new Doris Duke Fashion Gallery
The Newport Restoration Foundation is opening a new gallery at Rough Point Museum on June 12, dedicated to Doris Duke’s fashion collection. This Doris Duke Fashion Gallery will feature rotating exhibits that explore Duke’s collection and highlight her support for the arts, design, and preservation. The first exhibit, “Women Designers of the 20th Century,” showcases […]
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NIMFest returning to King Park with star-studded summer lineup
Music lovers, get ready for some free outdoor entertainment. The NIMFest summer concert series is coming back to Newport’s King Park Gazebo in 2025, thanks to the New England Music Organization (NEMO) and North End Entertainment. Every Sunday from July 6 to August 24, you can catch live performances from 3 to 6 p.m. at […]
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Charles L. Roberts: Newport can follow ancestors’ footsteps, learn their stories
I’ve always been inspired by James Baldwin’s quote – and perspective – “We carry our history with us. We are our history.” Baldwin argues that history is not a distant, finished event, but a living force that shapes our lives and informs our present reality. It’s not something that we can ignore, leave behind, or take for […]
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Things to do in Newport County this weekend: May 16-18
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, May 16 through Sunday, May 18. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Friday, May 16 Things To Do 7 am & 4:30 pm: National Bike Month – Bike To Work Day with Bike Newport […]
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Reach thousands of Newporters: Promote your event on What’sUpNewp!
Looking to attract more people to your upcoming local gathering? Submit it to What’sUpNewp’s event calendar and connect with locals searching for things to do in our community. Thousands of Newport residents turn to our calendar when planning their activities. What’sUpNewp offers options to fit your promotional needs. Free basic listings help spread the word […]
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Newport Jazz Festival adds Flying Lotus and Nubya Garcia to 2025 lineup
The Newport Jazz Festival is adding Flying Lotus and Nubya Garcia to its Friday lineup for the 2025 event. This 71st annual festival, happening August 1-3 at Fort Adams State Park, promises a wide range of artists over three days. Grammy-nominated producer Flying Lotus and indie jazz composer and saxophonist Nubya Garcia are joining an […]
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Tiverton’s historical cemeteries take center stage in upcoming talk
History buffs and curious locals are in for a treat as Jim Spears, co-chair of the Tiverton Historical Cemeteries Commission, prepares to share insights on the town’s old burial grounds. The free talk is scheduled for May 27 at 6 p.m. at the Tiverton Public Library. During the hour-long presentation, Spears will walk attendees through […]
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Newport Sons of Union Veterans to host Memorial Day Ceremony
Newport’s Sons of Union Veterans chapter is holding its annual Memorial Day ceremony at Island Cemetery on May 26, 2025, at 2 p.m. The event, put together by Major General Thomas West Sherman Camp 1, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW), honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Everyone […]
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Tom Petty fans rejoice: The Breakers coming to Newport
The Breakers, a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers tribute band, is gearing up for a performance at The JPT Film & Event Center on Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. This band isn’t just another cover act – they’re all about giving fans a genuine live experience that channels the spirit of the late Tom Petty’s […]
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Things to do this week and weekend in Newport: May 12 – 18
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this week and weekend. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar More Events | Submit Your Event | Promote Your Event
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Spring Visitors Weekend at West Place Animal Sanctuary shows off the nonprofit’s old and new friends
West Place Animal Sanctuary is gearing up for their first public visitors weekend of the year: Spring Visitors Weekend. The nonprofit is opening their doors to the public on May 31st and June 1st from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to raise funds for their wards and to showcase their ongoing efforts to provide a […]
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Ida Lewis, “America’s Bravest Woman,” to be honored in Newport ceremony
On May 24, the Newport Historical Society is teaming up with the U.S. Coast Guard and other groups to honor Ida Lewis, a legendary lighthouse keeper, at a graveside ceremony. The event takes place at the Common Burying Ground on Farewell Street, celebrating Lewis’s life and her 50-plus years of service at Light Station Lime […]
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Fifth Annual Newport Live Summer Series returns to Norman Bird Sanctuary
Newport Live and Norman Bird Sanctuary are teaming up again for their fifth annual Summer Series, showcasing talented singer-songwriters Laura Cantrell, Jeffrey Foucault, and Leslie Mendelson. The outdoor concerts will happen at the Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown, Rhode Island. Laura Cantrell opens the series on June 20, with Jeffrey Foucault performing on July 18, […]
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Michele Gallagher: It takes a matriarchal village to make a shop feel like a home
May is busting out all over! And we couldn’t be happier. As the founder of ThamesGiving in Newport, I’ve had the joy of connecting with many savvy, creative business owners across the Thames Street District. One thing that stands out is how many of these businesses are run by mother-daughter duos and trios! For this […]
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Things to do in Newport County this weekend: May 9 – 11
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, May 9 through Sunday, May 4. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Friday, May 9 Things To Do 11 am: Winery Tours at Newport Vineyards 5 pm: Opening Reception for Sean Landers: Lost at […]
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Public Enemy, Jack Antonoff, and Robert Lester Folsom added to 2025 Newport Folk Festival lineup
The Newport Folk Festival continued rolling out its lineup for its 2025 event this week, announcing Public Enemy, Jack Antonoff and Bleachers present The Ally Coalition Talent Show at Newport and Robert Lester Folsom will be performing in Newport this July. Set for July 25-27, the festival has already sold out but continues to reveal […]
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Rickie Lee Jones captivates sold-out JPT, leaving audience spellbound
Rickie Lee Jones, the two-time Grammy Award winner (from eight nominations), embraced the sold-out audience at The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) on Tuesday (May 6) for a Spectacle Live Production. She battled sniffles between songs, but her voice was unaffected. She delivered powerful vocal deliveries and graceful falsettos while adeptly accompanying […]
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Things to do this week in Newport: May 7 – 11
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this week. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar More Events | Submit Your Event | Promote Your Event
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newportFILM to screen award-winning deaf rights documentary in Providence
newportFILM is hosting a special screening of “DEAF PRESIDENT NOW!” in collaboration with the Rhode Island School for the Deaf and Apple TV+. The event will be held on May 15 at Avon Cinema in Providence. This documentary captures the powerful 1988 protests at Gallaudet University that resulted in the appointment of the school’s first […]
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CUSP Gallery brings contemporary art to Belmont Chapel
Newport’s historic Belmont Chapel is gearing up for its first art exhibition after a major restoration. From June 14 to 22, 2025, the chapel at Island Cemetery will showcase “As Above, So Below,” featuring works by local artist Juditta Musette. As Above, So Below. Contributed photo. Curtis Speer’s CUSP Gallery is behind the exhibition, which […]
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Newport Classical to bid farewell to Executive Director Gillian Fox
Newport Classical’s Executive Director, Gillian Fox, will become the next President and CEO of the Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts in Katonah, N.Y., starting June 9. Fox, who has led Newport Classical since 2021, will work with the Board and staff to ensure a smooth transition through the start of the Music Festival. […]
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New exhibition to open at Newport Historical Society
The Newport Historical Society (NHS) announced today that a new exhibition, Newport 1775: Whose Side Are You On? will open on Thursday, May 15, as part of a two-year celebration of the 250th anniversary of American independence. The exhibition will be open to the public free of charge, thanks to the support of the Maya L. Auchincloss Revocable Living […]
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Things to do this weekend in Newport County: May 3 – 4
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Saturday, May 3 through Sunday, May 4. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Saturday, May 3 Things To Do 7 am: Veteran Car Tour 2025 at Audrain Automobile Museum 9 am: Aquidneck Growers Market at Newport […]
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Jay Leno to headline comedy fundraiser at Newport Craft Brewing
Comedy icon Jay Leno is bringing his stand-up comedy back to Newport this summer for a good cause. He’ll perform at Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co. on July 9, 10, 11, and 12 as part of their Summer Series. The best part? All the money from these shows goes to the Dr. Martin Luther […]
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Kenny Loggins, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Union featuring Phil Cook, and Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners added to 2025 Newport Folk Festival lineup
The Newport Folk Festival continued rolling out its lineup for its 2025 event this week, announcing Kenny Loggins, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Union featuring Phil Cook “Harmony You Can Count On”, and Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners will be performing in Newport this July. Set for July 25-27, the festival has already sold out […]
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Things to do this weekend in Newport: May 2 – 4
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, May 2 through Sunday, May 4. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar More Events | Submit Your Event | Promote Your Event
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Island Art Spot announces move to larger location
Island Art Spot, a popular art studio in Middletown, is moving to a bigger space at 1149 Aquidneck Avenue. The studio shared this news on Instagram on April 30. The move is set for June and will allow for more classes, workshops, and parties. It’ll also have extra room for tween, teen, and adult programs. […]
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Veronica Bruno: My favorite tour is back: ‘Inside The Gilded Age’ private tour at Newport Mansions
“The Gilded Age” private tour is back this weekend and I couldn’t be more excited. I attended the last one and concluded that it’s my absolute favorite tour. The excursion is a dream for fans of the beloved HBO series, now heading into Season 3. Meticulously curated, it’s a behind-the-scenes experience that instantly transports you […]
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‘Chicago’ heats up PPAC with Ellie Roddy as Roxie Hart
Ellie Roddy is only 25 years old, and she’s already checking off parts on her Dream Roles list. “The fact that I’ve gotten to play Roxie Hart is a big check mark.” Roddy is traveling with the national tour of CHICAGO, opening at the Providence Performing Arts Center this weekend. A native of Orlando, Roddy […]
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Arts & Cultural Alliance picks Revka Hovermale for 2025 Artist Award
The Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County has chosen Revka Hovermale of Revka Dance as its 2025 Artist Award recipient. The yearly award will back RevkaDance Creative Movement Children’s Workshop, helping more students access arts education. Hovermale, with a BA in Arts and Science from Rhode Island College, specializes in Dance Performance and Theater. […]
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May the Fourth Be With You: The original Star Wars trilogy returns to the big screen at The JPT
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) will become an out-of-this-world theater as George Lucas’s blockbuster original Star Wars trilogy returns to theaters this Sunday. For many, this is the first time they’ve seen the films in theaters since their release in the 1970s and 1980s. Journey across the galaxy with Luke Skywalker and the Rebel […]
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Acclaimed author Peter Brooks to discuss ‘Henry James Comes Home’ in Newport on May 20 (Update)
Charter Books is set to host renowned author and critic Peter Brooks on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. (Update: this event has been rescheduled to May 20 due to illness). Brooks will discuss his latest work, “Henry James Comes Home,” which takes readers on a journey through American novelist Henry James’s ten-month trip across the United […]
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Newport resident Keith Stokes named Rhode Island’s new Historian Laureate
Rhode Island has a new Historian Laureate. Keith Stokes, a Newport resident, will serve in this role until April 2030. Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore made the appointment after reviewing applications from eight candidates. “Ensuring that Rhode Islanders learn about and continue to pass on our state’s history is one of my top priorities […]
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Spectacle Live bringing The Temptations and Phil Vassar to Historic Park Theatre
Spectacle Live announced earlier today (April 29) that it is bringing two exciting shows to the Historic Park Theatre & Event Center in Cranston this year. Legendary Motown group The Temptations will perform on Aug. 28, while country star Phil Vassar will bring his acoustic duo on Oct. 24. Both shows start at 7:30 p.m. […]
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Things to do this week in Newport: April 28 – May 4
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Monday, April 28 through Sunday, May 4. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar More Events | Submit Your Event | Promote Your Event
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Goose, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Jensen McRae, and Remi Wolf & Friends added to 2025 Newport Folk Festival lineup
The Newport Folk Festival continued rolling out its lineup for its 2025 event this week, announcing Goose, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Jensen McRae, and Remi Wolf & Friends will be performing in Newport this July. Set for July 25-27, the festival has already sold out but continues to reveal its performer list, with more names expected […]
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Newport Historical Society launches QR Code Tour for The Colony House
The Newport Historical Society (NHS) announced today (April 24) a new self-guided, QR code tour of The Colony House, the fourth oldest statehouse still standing in the United States and a key site in Newport’s Revolutionary War history. The project was made possible thanks to a $149,000 shoulder season tourism grant from Rhode Island Commerce. […]
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Newport Mansions to host inside “The Gilded Age” tours
A special guide-led tour in May and June will explore four of the historic Newport Mansions that appear in HBO’s “The Gilded Age,” offering insights into the making of the Emmy-winning period drama series. The Inside “The Gilded Age” Tour will take visitors through Marble House, The Breakers, Chateau-sur-Mer and The Elms, all of which […]
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Newport Art Museum presents first museum solo exhibition of visionary artist Bobby Anspach
This summer, the Newport Art Museum will present Everything is Change, the first museum solo exhibition celebrating the groundbreaking work of Bobby Anspach. The exhibition emphasizes the late artist’s unique ability to create a sense of connection and community through his immersive, sculptural installations and will feature a selection of Anspach’s innovative works, including his Place for […]
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Potter League, Women’s Resource Center team up for film screening on domestic violence and pet safety
The Potter League for Animals, in partnership with the Women’s Resource Center, invites the public to a special screening of the short documentary film Tipping Point on Wednesday, April 30 at 6:00 PM at the Potter League’s Animal Care & Adoption Center in Middletown. Directed by award-winning local filmmaker Susan M. Sipprelle, Tipping Point shares the stories of eight […]
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Things to do this weekend in Newport: April 25 – 27
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, April 25 through Sunday, April 27. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar More Events | Submit Your Event | Promote Your Event
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Newport Sings to host inaugural fundraiser “Sing Me a Song”
Newport Sings, a local non-profit offering free community chorus programs on Aquidneck Island, is gearing up for its first fundraiser. The “Sing Me a Song” event is set for June 8 at the Common Fence Point Arts, Wellness & Community Center in Portsmouth, R.I. The evening kicks off at 5:30 p.m. with drinks and appetizers, […]
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New Rosecliff exhibition to cast a new light on Richard Morris Hunt
Richard Morris Hunt has long been associated with contributions of extraordinary architecture, including The Breakers and Marble House, that provided the grand backdrop for America’s Gilded Age. The first American to be admitted to the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts, Hunt returned home to infuse European grandeur into his buildings. But Hunt also envisioned creating a […]
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Sip & Screen: JPT pairs local brews and live music with classic films this April
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) invites the public to a night out in Newport, featuring an unforgettable lineup of films paired with local beer, live music, and stunning 4K restorations. From romantic classics to cult favorites, the JPT remains Newport’s go-to destination for unforgettable cinematic events. “You could technically stay at […]
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Things to do this week in Newport: April 21 – 27
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Monday, April 21 through Sunday, April 27. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar More Events | Submit Your Event | Promote Your Event
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Maren Morris, Obongjayar, Tyler-James Kelly, Tyler Ballgame, and Nova One added to 2025 Newport Folk Festival lineup
The Newport Folk Festival continued rolling out its lineup for its 2025 event last week, announcing Maren Morris, Obongjayar, Tyler-James Kelly, Tyler Ballgame, Nova One would be performing in Newport this July. Set for July 25-27, the festival has already sold out but continues to reveal its performer list, with more names expected in the […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary to host a Spring Migration Celebration
Thousands of birds return to Aquidneck Island each spring, signaling a new season’s arrival. Join the Norman Bird Sanctuary for a Spring Migration Celebration on Saturday, May 17, from 8 am to 11 am. Celebrate the incredible journey of birds that travel thousands of miles to nest and raise their young in the Norman Bird Sanctuary’s diverse habitats. […]
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IYRS Maritime Library restores and digitizes rare 1933 catamaran film
The IYRS Maritime Library today (April 18) announced that it has recently restored a unique, color film of the Herreshoff catamaran “Amaryllis II”, filmed off Bristol, Rhode Island, in September 1933. This unique film, as well as the research on the boat and film, can be seen on iyrs.edu, or by visiting the library located […]
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ACA now accepting applications for the Tinney Family Arts Scholarship and Soul & Conscience Award
The Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County is now accepting applications for scholarships and awards. Tinney Family Arts Scholarship, a $2,000 scholarship, is open to any Newport County high school senior who plans to continue their arts education after graduation. This opportunity is available to any student planning to study fine arts, visual arts […]
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Here are the daily lineups for the 2025 Newport Jazz Festival
This summer, the Newport Jazz Festival will return to Fort Adams State Park for the iconic cultural institution’s 71st edition. One of the longest-running and most storied festivals in America will return on August 1-3, continuing to host once-in-a-lifetime performances that only Newport’s unique blend of intimacy and artistic community can bring. Fans and artists alike return each year to this hallowed […]
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Things to do this weekend in Newport: April 18 – 20
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, April 18 through Sunday, April 20. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar More Events | Submit Your Event | Promote Your Event
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Jamestown Arts Center to host Summer Soirée on June 28
The Annual Summer Soirée celebrates the Jamestown Arts Center and opens the exhibition Canaries in the Coal Mine: Where have all the birds gone? with a gala fundraising event on Saturday, June 28 from 6-10pm. The 13th annual Summer Soirée is the Jamestown Arts Center’s signature event, providing an unforgettable evening of art, culinary delights, and community. Attendees are invited to […]
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Newport Mansions, Nail Communications invite visitors to ‘Live the Drama’ at The Elms
The Newport Mansions has teamed with Nail Communications to launch a marketing campaign for The Elms that invites visitors to “Live the Drama” at the National Historic Landmark mansion. “Telling the stories of the people who lived and worked in the Newport Mansions is crucial to giving our visitors a memorable experience,” said Trudy Coxe, […]
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Celebrate Rhode Island Independence Day at Tiverton Public Library
Susan Anderson from the Tiverton Historical Society will give a presentation on “Rhode Island Independence Day” at the Tiverton Public Library on Tuesday, April 29th, at 6:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public and will be held at the library on 34 Roosevelt Avenue in Tiverton. What happened on May 4th […]
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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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Janelle Monáe, The Roots, and Jacob Collier to headline 2025 Newport Jazz Festival
This summer, the Newport Jazz Festival will return to Fort Adams State Park in Rhode Island for the iconic cultural institution’s 71st edition. One of the longest-running and most storied festivals in America will return August 1-3. It will continue to host once-in-a-lifetime performances that only Newport’s unique alchemy of intimacy and artistic community can bring. Fans and artists alike return each year […]
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Moody Blues’ John Lodge and The Hot Sardines set to rock The JPT
Spectacle Live has just announced two exciting shows coming to The JPT Film & Event Center in Newport. John Lodge, known for his work with The Moody Blues, is bringing his “Singer In A Rock And Roll Band” show to the venue on July 30 at 7:30 p.m. If you’re interested in catching this performance […]
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Charter Books to celebrate 4th birthday on Independent Bookstore Day, Saturday, April 26
A nationwide celebration of all things literary is returning to Newport on April 26. Independent Bookstore Day honors bookstores across the country annually on the final Friday in April with exclusive books, contests, author appearances, and special treats for visitors. We spoke to Steve Iwanski at Charter Books in Newport to learn more about what […]
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Big Freedia, Geese, S.G. Goodman, and Lucius added to 2025 Newport Folk Festival lineup
The Newport Folk Festival continued rolling out its lineup for its 2025 event last week, announcing Big Freedia, Geese, S.G. Goodman, and Lucius would be performing in Newport this July. Set for July 25-27, the festival has already sold out but continues to reveal its performer list, with more names expected in the weeks ahead. […]
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Newport Jazz Festival 2025 lineup to be unveiled next week
Get ready, jazz fans! The Newport Jazz Festival is gearing up for its 2025 edition. The Newport Festivals Foundation has just announced that the lineup will be revealed next week, with ticket sales starting soon after. Mark your calendars for August 1-3, 2025, when the festival will take over Fort Adams State Park in Newport. […]
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Michele Gallagher: Rhode Island women are investing their power and principles back into Mother Earth
This statistic more than doubles the national trend of women owning businesses at approximately one-third the rate of men, or 22%. Rhode Island has approximately 105,000 small businesses (those with fewer than 500 employees); 90% have 10 or fewer employees; Nearly all are micro-businesses with just one person at the helm. This dovetails well with Rhode Island’s […]
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The JPT will celebrate 50th Anniversary of ‘Jaws’ over Memorial Day Weekend
The Jane Pickens Theater and Event Center (The JPT) is gearing up for a big Memorial Day weekend celebration. They’re marking the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg’s classic “Jaws” with three special screenings, sponsored by What’s Up Newp. Movie fans can catch the film on May 23 at 7:30 p.m., May 25 at 7 p.m., […]
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Megan and Murray McMillan’s immersive video installation is coming to the Jamestown Arts Center
This Collapsed and Expanding Breath, a new immersive video installation by acclaimed multidisciplinary artists Megan and Murray McMillan, is coming to the Jamestown Arts Center. Opening on April 25, 2025, this exhibition explores the intricate resonance between celestial mechanics and family dynamics, transforming the gallery into an experiential landscape of light, movement, and sculptural intervention. […]
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M. Night Shyamalan, Nicholas Sparks teaming up on a supernatural movie in Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Film & TV Office today announced that Academy Award-nominated writer/director M. Night Shyamalan (The Sixth Sense, Signs, Unbreakable) and best-selling author Nicholas Sparks (The Notebook, A Walk to Remember) are teaming up on a supernatural romantic thriller that will be filmed this summer in the Ocean State. The original narrative is a collaboration between Sparks and […]
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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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Touro Synagogue to host “Evening of Peace & Connection” for all
Congregation Jeshuat Israel is opening its doors for a community gathering focused on peace, unity, and connection at Touro Synagogue on May 1, 2025. The event welcomes people from all walks of life and beliefs, featuring a mix of poetry, music, readings, and songs that explore themes of hope, harmony, and healing. Michael Pimental, Co-President […]