Children’s crafts and other summer activities are back at Green Animals Topiary Garden, with a series of weekly programs inspired by the “David Rogers’ Big Bugs” exhibition now on display. The Preservation Society Of Newport County today announced that every Tuesday morning through August 31, “Pollinator Pop-Ups” will guide children through the creation of their […]
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Garth Brooks Coming to Gillette Stadium October 9th
Country superstar Garth Brooks announced a tour today that includes a stop at Foxboro’s Gillette Stadium on Saturday, October 9, 2021. It’s the first time Brooks has played Gillette, and the show is scheduled to be the first concert at the Stadium in two years. Seven-time CMA Entertainer of the Year and the top-selling solo […]
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Providence Fringe Festival returns in-person and online July 18-31
A popular annual event is returning to Providence both in-person and online. FringePVD, a two-week festival of the arts, begins on July 18th. Check out further details below. Tickets and festival passes are now on sale for FringePVD: The Providence Fringe Festival® July 18 – 31, 2021, presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group in collaboration with WaterFire Providence. Founded […]
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Summer Sunday Concerts coming to Lippitt House’s Museum Garden
Between the beach and supper, join summer concerts on Sunday, August 1 and 8 in the beautiful Lippitt House garden in Providence. Bring a blanket or folding chair and sit beside the fountain as you enjoy the music of the Latin jazz band, Infusion Evolution, or the story songs and Irish tunes of the band […]
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What’s Up this week in Newport County: July 6 – 11
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this week, Tuesday, July 6 – Sunday, July 11. Tuesday, July 6 Things To Do Newport Music Festival10:45 am – Coastal Queen Narrated Mimosa Cruise2 pm – Tiverton Farmers Market6 pm – Family Entertainment at Easton’s Beach featuring Rockin’ Soul Horns7:30 pm – Coastal Queen […]
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RI Music Photographer Richard McCaffrey releasing new book “Richard’s Rock & Roll Alphabet”
Renowned music photographer Richard McCaffrey is releasing a new book this week, one that can serve as a children’s ABC primer and will also look great on the coffee table. “Richard’s Rock & Roll Alphabet” includes photos of famous musicians arranged A-Z, taken from throughout McCaffrey’s illustrious career. Here’s more from the press release… A […]
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James Montgomery and his All-Star Blues Band will perform during a free concert at King Park
Grammy-nominated blues singer and harpist James Montgomery of Newport will be leading his all-star ensemble in a free Waterfront Concert at King Park this Friday, July 9 from 5-7 pm. Update – Due to Tropical Storm Elsa, this concert has been moved to Saturday, July 10 from 5 pm to 7 pm. Montgomery has […]
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Volunteers needed for July Secret Garden Tour
Imagine yourself sitting in a very stunning colorful garden with a variety of trees and flowers, the sun shining down, a cool breeze grazing your face, and the sound of birds happily chirping away. Sounds delightful, right? The Newport Secret Garden Tour is looking for 10 more volunteers for the upcoming SOLD OUT July Tours […]
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Sounds From The Big Chair: Redwood Library announces summer concert series
The launch of a summer concert series at The Redwood Library & Athenaeum was announced on Friday by Benedict Leca, Executive Director of the Redwood. “I’m very excited about this series, which will feature local musicians in a variety of genres performing on our 19′ Windsor rocking chair”. In June, the Redwood Library & Athenæum launched […]
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The Chanler at Cliff Walk introduces their wine garden
The Chanler at Cliff Walk is debuting a new wine garden this week. The Wine Garden, which opened on Thursday afternoon, is a partnership between The Chanler and Italian vineyard Ca’ del Bosco. Guests of the Wine Garden will enjoy a relaxing afternoon up on the Meadow Lawn with internationally renowned luxury sparkling wines and […]
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Los Angeles to make Newport Polo debut on Saturday
For the first time in its 30-year history, the Newport International Polo Series will feature Newport vs. Los Angeles at the Newport International Polo Grounds at 5 pm on Saturday, July 3rd. “While historic Newport is home to America’s first polo club, the sport has also established a burgeoning polo scene in California,” stated a press […]
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Wilbury Theatre Group announces move to Waterfire Arts Center
PROVIDENCE, RI (June 29, 2021) – The Wilbury Theatre Group announces their move to WaterFire Arts Center, creating a new theatrical home and an exciting performance venue for Providence and beyond. The re-imagined Wilbury Theatre at WaterFire Arts Center will open in late Fall 2021, but outdoor and virtual programming are already in place. Productions […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this Independence Day Weekend: July 2 – 5
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this Independence Day weekend. This story will be updated as new events and meetings are announced/learned about. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Friday, July 2 Six Picks […]
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Tiverton Public Library to present ‘Tails & Tales – a Rhode Island Community Storytelling Series’
As part of its Adult Summer Reading Program, Tiverton Public Library today announced that it will be presenting “Tails & Tales – a Rhode Island Community Storytelling Series”. Tiverton Public Library writes in a press release that it has partnered with organizations across the state to present a festival of stories featuring local storytelling artists, […]
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Secretary of State offering a rare chance to see Rhode Island’s copies of the Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights
With Independence Day approaching, Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea is inviting the public to view all four of Rhode Island’s copies of the Declaration of Independence, including one of the 13 original signed copies, as well as one of the 13 original drafts of the Bill of Rights. The documents will be on public display Friday, […]
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Save The Bay’s Exploration Center and Aquarium at Easton’s Beach will reopen on July 5
Sharks, skates and jellies await! If you’re ready to explore the world beneath the waves of Narragansett Bay, then Save The Bay invites you to plan a trip to the Exploration Center and Aquarium this July! Save The Bay today announced in an email to supporters that the Exploration Center and Aquarium located in the […]
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Sperry launches new ice cream-inspired shoe collection; look for Sperry’s Ice Cream truck in Newport on July 21
Sperry today announced that it is introducing a limited-edition, capsule collection that’s super cool! The Sperry Ice Cream collection for men, women, and kids serves up iconic Sperry silhouettes reinvented in prints of favorite ice cream truck treats from Good Humor and Popsicle. Key footwear styles include the Sperry Striper II sneaker, the all-new EVA Float, […]
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Newport Middle Passage Port Marker Project to host ‘An evening of poetry and conversation with poets Afua Ansong and Jacqueline Johnson’
The Newport Middle Passage Port Marker Project, a local nonprofit organization whose goal is to bring to light the full rich scope of Aquidneck Island’s history, will host a virtual event on July 7 at 6 pm that will introduce viewers to two women who are engaged in creating and writing outstanding poetry. Presented in partnership with […]
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“Gilded Age Games” featured in Preservation Society’s Summer Lecture Series
The Preservation Society of Newport County’s Summer Lecture Series, “Gilded Age Games,” is going live as well as virtual. For the first time since February 2020, in-person illustrated lectures will be held at the Newport Mansions, starting July 1 and continuing through August 12. Each of the five presentations also will be viewable via Zoom […]
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What’s Up in Newport County: June 29 – July 5
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this week. This story will be updated as new events and meetings are announced. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Tuesday, June 29 Things To Do 10:45 am […]
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Rhode Island Society Sons Of The Revolution will host Independence Day Celebration in Newport on Sunday
via Rhode Island Society Sons of The Revolution For over 100 years, The Rhode Island Society Sons Of The Revolution have hosted Newport’s Independence Day Celebration, and there is not a more patriotic place to celebrate America’s birthday than in Newport’s Historic District. The Declaration of Independence was first read to the citizens of Rhode […]
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Where to watch July 4th fireworks around Rhode Island
Here’s our listing of fireworks scheduled around the state for the upcoming July 4th weekend. Many of these events listed have other attractions planned including live music, food trucks, children’s activities, and more! Our advice: after a year off due to the pandemic, expect large crowds – plan ahead and arrive early! Happy Independence Day! […]
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Food, Music and Culture in South County this Weekend
There’s a lot going on in South County this first full weekend of summer, something to suit everyone’s taste. Thursday night the 24th, Wickford Harbor Lights runs its family-friendly “School’s Out for Summer,” free event with music and food trucks for anyone to attend, starting at 5 pm and running until 10 pm. It […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this weekend: June 25 – 27
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this weekend. This story will be updated as new events and meetings are announced. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Friday, June 25 19 Open Houses to check […]
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Mermaid Masterpieces now offering scavenger hunts in Newport
Mermaid Masterpieces recently announced that it is now offering local scavenger hunts to its growing list of entertainment services. Incorporating everything that is Mermaid Masterpieces, owner Becky Killian, offers fun, laughter, and photography in her hunts while discovering Newport’s unique history and creating lasting memories. Mermaid Masterpieces is an award-winning, eclectic company that sets off to […]