Happy Labor Day! Here’s how to make the most out of the last day of this long holiday weekend… 1 – Closing Day For lululemon | lululemon athletica Newport Pop-up Shop will close up their pop-up shop on William Street on Monday. They will have treats and fun for those who visit all weekend. MORE INFO 2 […]
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Volunteer Tour Guides Wanted as Newport Art Museum Launches New “Gallery Guide” Program
The Newport Art Museum is now accepting applications for its new “Gallery Guides” program. Gallery Guides will be dedicated volunteers who provide tours for visitors of all ages. The guides will be trained to use questions, conversation and factual content to engage visitors in positive, meaningful and relevant exploration of the Museum’s exhibitions, collection and architecture. Accepted candidates will go […]
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Instagram Will Host an ‘InstaMeet’ in Newport, RI
Every year Instagram organizes Worldwide InstaMeet (WWIMs), which are essentially scaled-up instameets, where instagrammers get together and take photographs. Derek Hogan (www.instagram.com/iamderekhogan) and Arvind Ranganathan (www.instagram.com/rangarvind) are hosting World Wide Instameet 12 – Newport in Newport, Rhode Island on October 4th at 11am. Locations and more details to come. For more information visit and follow the […]
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Four Chances in September to Climb Miantonomi Tower in Miantonomi Park
On Sundays throughout the month of September, the Miantonomi Tower in Miantonomi Park will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. allowing visitors to climb to the highest point on Aquidneck Island. Beyond enjoying the spectacular view from the tower visitors will get a chance to explore the trails, wildlife and historic sites in […]
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Trot Nixon, Retired Red Sox Right Fielder to Speak in Newport
Trot Nixon, Former Red Sox Right Fielder Former Red Sox World Champion Right Fielder Trot Nixon and four-time X Games gold medalist Kevin Robinson (K-Rob) will speak at the New England Festival of Hope held at Easton’s Beach in Newport, RI on Sunday, September 20, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Trot’s wife and […]
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15 Best Things to Do on Labor Day Weekend in Newport, RI
Featured Photo by Marial Maher/Visual Manor Hello Labor Day weekend, it is us Newp! The long weekend ahead is looking stellar. What’sUpNewp has the ultimate guide to keep you busy, entertained and smiling this Labor Day weekend. If you’re on your way to Newport, make those moves and hit the pedal faster. If you’re already in […]
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5 Reasons to Visit Newport Storm Brewery and Thomas Tew Distillery
This story was originally published on September 2, 2015. For those of you who are looking for a fun way to spend the day, start the weekend, or entertain your friends, family, or guests – visiting Newport Storm Brewery and Thomas Tew Distillery is the thing to do. We give you five great reasons to […]
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Newport’s 10 Best Events This September
Fall doesn’t officially arrive until September 23rd, and there’s still plenty of great things to do this SUMMER and in September in the The City By The Sea. Here’s a look at 10 events that we think you shouldn’t miss; 1 – newportFILM Outdoor Screenings | September 3 & 10 After an amazing, busy and […]
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Newport Restoration Foundation Introduces Fall Lecture Series
The Newport Restoration Foundation continues its exploration of the history and techniques of ceramics presented in this year’s exhibit, Fired and Inspired: Ceramics at Rough Point. The exhibit includes historic pieces collected by Doris Duke alongside contemporary artists’ work installed throughout the Rough Point mansion. The lecture series begins with a look at the expanded […]
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15 Free Things To Do In Newport Before Summer Ends
Although pumpkin beer, football and hoodie weather will all be here before you know it, Fall begins on September 23, early in the morning at 4:21 A.M. Here’s 15 free things to do before we say goodbye to summer and hello to fall! 1 – Free Concerts at Long Wharf The Shops at Long Wharf […]
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Naval Station Newport Will Host Free Concert and Fireworks Show
Naval Station Newport has announced it will host ‘Salute To Summer’, their annual free concert and fireworks show, on Saturday, August 29th at Dewey Field. The event, which will feature live music and entertainment by Changes In Latitudes and Navy Band Northeast, is open to the general public. Guests should be prepared to present a […]
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Daily Drive Maps and Best Viewing Spots For Weekend Of Coaching
Authentic 19th century coaches drawn by highly-trained teams of horses will return to Newport from August 20-23, 2015, in the triennial renewal of a Weekend of Coaching, hosted by The Preservation Society of Newport County. The public will enjoy free viewing of the colorful and historic coaches every day, as they drive through the streets […]
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Bowen’s Wharf Set to Host 25th Annual Seafood Festival in October
Vendors Wanted For 25th Annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival, E-mail TBW@BowensWharf.com For More Info Bowen’s Wharf will host the 25th annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival on October 17th and 18th. Dates: Saturday, October 17th & Sunday October 18th, 2015Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., EXTENDED on Saturday night to 6 p.m.FREE ADMISSION (food and beverages can […]
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Let’s Keep It A Secret: Beautiful Places For The Ultimate Seaside Soak
During the summer months it’s a harsh reality for Newport – that local beaches, especially Easton’s and Sachuest are flooded with tourists and notably the red tide. Any other beachside option for a good swim are either private or parking is impossible. If you don’t need to kick your feet up on a sandy shoreline, […]
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First Exhibition in Newly-Renovated Gallery Space at Rosecliff Will Open on September 25
A new exhibition curated by The Preservation Society of Newport County, Newport and Her Southern Sisters: Three Centuries of Art and Design, will open to the public on Saturday, September 5, 2015, and run through January 3, 2016. The first exhibition in the newly-renovated gallery space on the second floor of Rosecliff (1902) will take […]
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POLL: What Are The Top Three Things To Do When Visiting Newport?
If you live in Newport or have ever visited The City By The Sea, chances are pretty good that you’ve been asked “what are the best things to do (or something that I shouldn’t miss) when I visit Newport?” The What’sUpNewp crew turned to TripAdvisor, considered the world’s largest travel site, to see what their thousands […]
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6 Can’t Miss Food Events Happening in Newport in August
Whether you’re looking for seafood, bacon, lobster, Italian, or maybe even more seafood, there’s plenty of opportunities to eat your way through August in Newport by participating in one, two or all of these great events… 1. Lobster Boil & Sunset Sail | August 12, 19 & 26 Enjoy a dockside New England Lobster Boil […]
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Here’s What’s Happening on Day 3 of Newport Jazz Festival
Day #3 of the 2015 Newport Jazz Festival presented by Natixis Global Asset Management will take place today at Fort Adams State Park. Gates will open at 10am this morning and music will begin at 11:05 a.m. on the Harbor Stage. Navy Band Northeast will entertain those waiting for the gates to open from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. […]
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Here’s What’s Happening on Day 2 of Newport Jazz Festival
Photo of Jon Batiste by Morgan Macia Day #2 of the 2015 Newport Jazz Festival presented by Natixis Global Asset Management will take place today at Fort Adams State Park. Gates will open at 10am this morning and music will begin at 11:05 a.m. on the Harbor Stage. The 61st Newport Jazz Festival at Fort Adams State Park will […]
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Here’s What’s Happening on Day 1 of Newport Jazz Festival
Day #1 of the 2015 Newport Jazz Festival presented by Natixis Global Asset Management will take place today at Fort Adams State Park and the International Tennis Hall Of Fame. Gates will open at 10am this morning and music will begin at 11:05 a.m. on the Harbor Stage. The 61st Newport Jazz Festival at Fort Adams State Park will […]
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Navy Band Northeast Brass Band Added to 2015 Newport Jazz Festival Experience
Photo by MU3 Natalie Beard Two of Newport’s most beloved and iconic organizations — the Newport Jazz Festival and the U.S. Navy – will unite during the 2015 Jazz Festival to greet Festival goers entering Fort Adams State Park. On Saturday, August 1, and Sunday, August 2, from 9:00 amto 10:15 am, Navy Band Northeast […]
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13 Artists You Have to See at 2015 Newport Jazz Festival
Photo: Jon Batiste by Morgan Macia The 2015 Newport Jazz Festival presented by Natixis Global Asset Management will take place this weekend at Fort Adams State Park. The 61st Newport Jazz Festival will feature Jon Batiste and Stay Human, Jamie Cullum, Cassandra Wilson, Dr. John, Arturo Sandoval, Jack DeJohnette’s Made in Chicago, Cecile McLorin Salvant, Ms. Lisa Fischer & […]
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Here’s What’s Happening on Day 4 of Newport BridgeFest
Photo: La Méchante et le Connard will perform at newportFilm’s event Rough Point tonight. Entering its 7th year, Newport BridgeFest is a local, live music and music education festival that “bridges” the gap between the prestigious Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals for a continuous 10 days of music in our community. 11 AM – 7 PM: […]
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Here’s What’s Happening on Day 3 of Newport BridgeFest
Entering its 7th year, Newport BridgeFest is a local, live music and music education festival that “bridges” the gap between the prestigious Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals for a continuous 10 days of music in our community. This year’s festival dates are Monday July 27 through Thursday July 30, 2015, here’s the full Newport BridgeFest […]
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Newport Festivals Foundation Set to Host Free Family Friendly Concert on July 29
Join Newport Festivals Foundation from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 29th for their 3rd Annual Family Concert on the Parade Field inside Fort Adams State Park! Guests will enjoy hearing the sounds of folk music with Guy Davis with Mark Murphy and jazz with Eli Yamin Trio. In addition to the great music, face painting, […]