Newport Vineyards is marking its 30th anniversary with a lineup of events that highlight its journey from a small vineyard to a top-tier destination. The Middletown winery, started by brothers John and Paul Nunes in 1995, now spans over 100 acres of sustainably farmed land. It’s grown to offer estate-grown wines, farm-to-table dining, a craft […]
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Boots on the Ground Memorial returns to Fort Adams for Memorial Day Weekend
Operation Stand Down RI is bringing back its Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial to Fort Adams State Park this Memorial Day Weekend, May 23-26. The powerful display features over 7,000 combat boots, each one representing a U.S. service member who lost their life in the Global War on Terror since 9/11. Every boot […]
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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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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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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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Upscale dining returns to Newport Harbor Island Resort
Newport Harbor Island Resort’s upscale restaurant, 1639, is gearing up to welcome diners back for the season on May 16. The resort’s spokesperson says Executive Chef Ryan Connors has crafted a new menu that caters to all tastes, featuring everything from raw bar favorites and homemade pastas to locally sourced seafood and meats. 1639 Deck […]
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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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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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Things to do this week in Newport: May 7 – 11
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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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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 […]