Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. 1 – American Craft Beer Week Celebration Monday through Sunday at Wharf Pub The Wharf Pub will be doing a special menu for American Craft Beer from May 16th through May 22nd, they are the only place in Newport […]
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Gregory Maguire, Author of “Wicked”, Will Speak at Jamestown Arts Center on May 26th
Join the Jamestown Arts Center in collaboration with DESIGNxRI on Thursday, May 26 at 6:00pm for a reading and discussion with author, Gregory Maguire, about his novel Wicked and its voyage from page to stage, as well as comments on recent books such as the New York Times bestseller, After Alice, and the Boston Globe […]
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Volunteers Needed for Secret Garden Tours
For over a quarter of a century, Secret Garden Tours have provided more than 1.25 million dollars in support of art education in our public schools. An integral part of their great success has been the dedication and commitment of their wonderful, loyal volunteers. The 2016 “Historic Point” Tour will take place on Friday, JUNE 17, […]
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Newport Opera House Will Host Community Open House Today
The Opera House Theater & Performing Arts Center (Newport Opera House) will host a Community Open House on Sunday, May 15th from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Newport Opera House recently received its first check for $1,016,800 in cultural bond grants passed by Rhode Island voters in 2014, and construction will begin soon on […]
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Island Moving Co. Dancers and Staff Invite Public to “From Kazakhstan With Love”
Island Moving Co. (IMC) dancers and staff invite the public to “From Kazakhstan With Love,” an informal opportunity to learn about the Company’s recently completed two week tour of three cities in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The gathering will be at the Jamestown Arts Center on Wednesday, May 18th beginning at 7pm. There will be photos and videos from the […]
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Coast Guard Station Castle Hill Will Host Open House During National Safe Boating Week
The U.S. Coast Guard is scheduled to host multiple safe boating events in Southeastern New England as part of National Safe Boating Week, which runs from May 21-27. A precursor to the busy summer boating season, National Safe Boating Week promotes safe and responsible recreation at sea. Here in Newport, the U.S. Coast Guard Station Castle […]
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Great Things To Do This Weekend in Newport: May 13 – 15
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Wondering what’s happening for live music, comedy and entertainment this weekend? Listings are here – Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Weekend in Newport: May 13 – May 15 (In chronological order) 1 – Live Improv Comedy with The […]
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Aquidneck Land Trust’s Trolley Tours Will Offer Four Opportunities to Explore Aquidneck Island This Summer
Hop aboard an old-fashioned trolley and discover the past, present and future of conservation on Aquidneck Island. Led by one of the Aquidneck Land Trust’s (ALT) expert staff members, the tours visit protected working farms, wildlife habitats, water resources, outdoor recreation areas and scenic vistas on the Island. The first tour of the season will […]
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Island Moving Company Releases Dates and Details for Seventh Annual Great Friends Dance Festival
Island Moving Co. presents its seventh annual Great Friends Dance Festival, taking place July 13-17 and July 19-23, 2016 at the Great Friends Meeting House in Newport, RI. Performances, which are unique each night, are at 7:30pm. Tickets to the performances are $25; $20 for seniors and students. The Meeting House is located at 30 Marlborough Street, Newport, […]
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Second Saturday at Newport Art Museum Will Include “Muses, Myths & Tall Tales”
The Newport Art Museum continues to engage and inspire the whole family with “Second Saturday” (May 14, 10a-12p), an engaging family-oriented program designed to inspire young minds and satisfy the curiosity of every member of the family. Each Second Saturday is uniquely curated based on a theme, and includes a variety of activities geared for […]
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Best Things To Do This Week in Newport (May 9 – 13)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. 1 – 2nd Spring Session: Monday at 9:30 a.m. The JAC 2nd Spring Session begins Monday, May 9 and runs through Friday, June 17. Classes for children, teens, & adults include: Creative Movement, Kids’ Drawing and Painting, Kids’ Pottery, Cafe […]
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Date Set for Annual Summer Party Fundraiser for SSV Oliver Hazard Perry
Oliver Hazard Perry Rhode Island (OHPRI), the non-profit organization behind SSV Oliver Hazard Perry, has announced that their Annual Fundraiser/Summer Party will take place on July 1st at Newport Shipyard. Credit Onne van der Wal This year’s fund-raising party begins at 6:00 p.m. with cocktails, raw bar and passed hors d’oeuvres, allowing guests to mingle dockside […]
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Running of Norman Bird Sanctuary’s 10th Annual 5K Run/Walk Set for June 18th
Norman Bird Sanctuary will host its 10th Annual 5K Run/Walk in honor of David Ley’s, Jr. on Saturday, June 18th 2016. A Father’s Day Weekend tradition for many, this will be the perfect family activity where participants will run, walk, or jog past scenic vistas of field, ridge and beach while the birds cheer everyone […]
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Chef Rich Silvia from The White Horse Tavern will Serve Up 34th Annual Birds & Breakfast at Norman Bird Sanctuary
Norman Bird Sanctuary will host its 34th Annual Birds & Breakfast on Saturday May 15th 2016. Attendees will be treated to a delectable breakfast buffet prepared with local ingredients by Executive Chef, Rich Silvia of The White Horse Tavern under a tent overlooking fields and the ocean. Along with plenty of food, the morning will be full […]
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Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (May 6 – May 8)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Wondering what’s happening for live music, comedy and entertainment this weekend? Listings are here – Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Weekend (May 6 – May 8) (In chronological order) Live Improv Comedy with The Bit Players at The Firehouse Theater: Fri. […]
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What to Do With Mom on Mother’s Day in Newport
Mother’s Day is here and chances are that you’re scrambling around at the last minute looking to make those plans to celebrate your beautiful and amazing Mom! Here’s a look at where to dine and what to do; 1 – Hotel Viking Brunch, Spa Treatment, Overnight Stay… Treat your mother to a fantastic Mother’s Day […]
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Bowen’s Wharf Set to Host First Annual Newport Oyster Festival on the Waterfront in Downtown Newport
With the arrival of the warm weather, Bowen’s Wharf Co. is excited to announce the addition of a new event in downtown Newport: the First Annual Bowen’s Wharf Newport Oyster Festival on May 21st and 22nd, with the Opening Night Party on May 20th. The Festival will celebrate Rhode Island’s aquaculture with the intention of raising awareness of […]
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Great Places to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Newport
Cinco de Mayo is here and everyone is searching for the best local events to celebrate the day with a party and a margarita. This year Newport is hosting some fun ways for everyone to enjoy Cinco de Mayo, with beautiful waterfront venues, high quality restaurants, outdoor celebrations, and unique experiences! We hope you are as excited […]
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Blue Garden Tour Will Kick Off Preservation Society of Newport County’s Summer Lecture Series
Visitors to Newport, RI have long been captivated by the city’s landscape. From its diverse historic architecture, to its coastline and picturesque gardens, the combination creates an historic atmosphere that is unmatched in cities across the region. On June 9, 2016 at 10:30am the Newport Historical Society in partnership with the Preservation Society of Newport County will […]
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Salve Regina University’s ‘End Of The Year Yard Sale’ Will Take Place on Saturday
Salve Regina University’s End of the Year Yard Sale will take place on May 7th from 8 A.M.- 1 P.M. on Wakehurst Lawn. Yard Sale items include kitchenware, clothing, accessories, furniture, books, appliances, home décor, and much more. All proceeds go to Salve Regina University’s Office of Community Service Scholarships. Cash Only Event! Parking will be […]
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Best Things To Do This Week in Newport (May 2 – 5)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Beer Pairing Dinner with Wachusett Brewing Company Wednesday at 6pm at Hotel Viking Enjoy a $39 price fix beer pairing dinner at Hotel Viking. Enjoy special guests from the brewery (or distributor) to tell you about your beer. #VikingBeerDinner Menu: Appetizer: […]
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2016 Aquidneck Island National Police Parade Set to Include over 100 Marching Units
The 2016 Aquidneck Island National Police Parade has announced the 33rd Annual Police Parade will be held on May 1, 2016 at 11:50 A.M. This year’s event will be honoring the 123 Officers that lost their lives in the line of duty in 2015. The Aquidneck Island National Police Parade has announced that this year’s event will […]
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Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (April 29 – May 1)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Wondering what’s happening for live music, comedy and entertainment this weekend? Listings are here – Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Weekend (April 29 – May 1) (In chronological order) Ongoing – All Weekend Friday through Sunday – newportFILM Sports […]
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newportFILM and the International Tennis Hall of Fame Partner to Host Sports Film Festival This Weekend
Lights, camera, action meets game, set, match, when film buffs and sports fans gather for a packed weekend of sports documentaries and programming hosted at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, R.I. The inaugural newportFILM SPORTS film festival is set for April 29 – May 1, 2016. newportFILM SPORTS is a joint venture between […]
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Internationally Acclaimed ‘Light of the World Ballet’ Will Perform in Newport This Weekend
Newport, R.I. — The internationally acclaimed Light of the World Ballet arrives in Newport April 30 for their first ever Rhode Island performance. This full-time professionally trained troupe is comprised of young women who are both technically trained as ballerinas and also educated as Christian ministers. Founded in 2005 by Director Ashley Rollinson, the organization […]
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Best Things To Do This Week in Newport (April 25 – 28)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Battle Chefs Finale Tuesday, April 26th at Revolving Door Restaurant Go see a new champion get crowned in the final of Battle Chefs as Chef Derrick Marquiss from Stoneacre Pantry will take on Chef Joe Dumas formerly of Salvation Café. Doors […]
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10 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (April 22 – 24)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Wondering what’s happening for live music, comedy and entertainment this weekend? Check this out – Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Weekend (April 22 – 24) (In chronological order) 1 – Newport Daffodil Days Festival April 16th […]
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Shura Baryshnikov, Daughter of Jessica Lang, Will Speak at Salve Regina University
Shura Baryshnikov, co-founding artistic director of Doppelgänger Dance Collective, will talk about “Mercy Me: Creative Freedom through Acceptance of Self” when she presents the Atwood Lecture at Salve Regina University. Free and open to the public, Baryshnikov’s talk will be given on Wednesday, April 27 at 7 p.m. in Bazarsky Lecture Hall, located in O’Hare Academic Center […]
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Local Organizations Invite Public to Participate in Their Cleanup Events for Newport’s 2016 Earth Day Celebration
Newport Public Services Department’s Clean City Program would invite Newport area residents and friends to volunteer for one of the many cleanup events happening for Newport’s 2016 Earth Day celebration. The Clean City Program will be picking up items collected from the cleanup events listed below. Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation is waiving all disposal […]
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Daffodillion and Newport Tree Society Will Host ‘Spring Fling’ at The Chanler on Cliff Walk Tonight
With “half-a-dillion” of its goal of 1 million daffodils ready to burst forth, Daffodillion has announced its plans for the Third Annual Newport Daffodil Days Festival, one that promises to be bigger and daffier than ever. Ladies, don your daffodil festooned bonnet and men, your daffy derby and join Daffodillion and the Newport Tree Society for its annual Spring Fling on […]
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Neighborhoods of Newport House Tour will Provide Exclusive Entry to Five Private Homes
The 15th Neighborhoods of Newport House Tour, presented by St. Michael’s Country Day School, will be held on Sunday, April 24, 2016 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. The 2016 tour includes the following properties; Passage Rocks: A secluded modern retreat overlooking the East Passage of Narragansett Bay.The Playhouse: An early 1900s boathouse renovated as a […]
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Great Chowder Cook-Off Adds “Best of the Best” Category for Chowder Hall Of Famers
Newport Waterfront Events has announced that it has added a “Best of the Best” category bringing the total number of competitors to-date to nineteen for the 35th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off, taking place this summer on Saturday, June 18th from noon to 6:00 p.m. at Fort Adams State Park. In addition to the traditional “Clam” […]
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Plumby’s Will Host Stand-Up Comedy Tonight
What better way to spend Tax Day than at Plumby’s with a burger, beer and a bunch of laughs. Plumby’s Upstairs Burger Bar at Brick Alley Pub invites you to join them at 8pm on Friday, April 15 for their Spring Edition of the PLUMBY’S Live Comedy Show. April’s show will feature Ben Hague, Emily Ruskowski, Doug […]
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Salve’s Dance Minors Will Present ‘Student Choreography Showcase’ on April 21-23
Salve Regina University’s dance minors will present new dance works in their annual Student Choreography Showcase, which is being directed by assistant professor of dance Lindsay Guarino and 2015 Salve Regina graduate Cayley Christoforou. Performances will be given in Megley Theatre, located in Antone Academic Center on Lawrence Avenue, on Thursdayand Friday, April 21-22 at 8 p.m. […]
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The Wailers Will Headline 7th Annual Waterfront Reggae Festival
Rhode Island Waterfront Events announces that the late Bob Marley’s legendary reggae band, The Wailers, will headline the 7th Annual Waterfront Reggae Festival on Saturday, August 13th from Noon to 10:00 p.m. at its waterfront location at India Point Park in Providence, Rhode Island. The Waterfront Reggae Festival was hosted at the Newport Yachting Center […]
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10 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (April 15 – 17)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. (In chronological order) 1 – Live Stand-Up Comedy Friday at 8pm at Plumby’s Plumby’s Upstairs Burger Bar at Brick Alley Pub invites you to join them at 8pm on Friday, April 15 for their Spring Edition of the PLUMBY’S Live […]
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Salve Regina University’s Environmental Club to Bring New Film “RE– USE! Because You Can’t Recycle The Planet” and Director Alex Eaves to Newport
Salve Regina University’s Environmental Club, in collaboration with Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation will be hosting a one-time screening of RE– USE! Because You Can’t Recycle The Planet as well as a talk back with director Alex Eaves as part of the University’s Earth Week celebration in The O’Hare Academic Building at Salve Regina University on Wednesday April 20th at 6 […]
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Newport’s Daffodil Days Festival Set to Kick Off on Saturday
With “half-a-dillion” of its goal of 1 million daffodils bursting forth, Daffodillion has is just days away from hosting their Third Annual Newport Daffodil Days Festival. Featuring fun, free, family activities throughout Newport over nine days, organizers of the event say the 2016 festival promises to be bigger and daffier than ever. The 2016 Newport Daffodil Days Festival will […]
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Award-Winning Poet Jane Springer Will Present Public Reading in Newport on April 21
Celebrated poet Jane Springer, a National Endowment for the Arts grant recipient and Whiting Writers’ Award winner who teaches literature and creative writing at Hamilton College in upstate New York, will present a poetry reading when she visits Salve Regina’s campus next week. The reading and reception will be presented on Thursday, April 21 at 6 […]
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The Shadows are Illuminated at Save The Bay’s Exploration Center and Aquarium in April.
This month at Save The Bay’s Exploration Center and Aquarium in Newport, the vast, hidden world of the deep sea becomes a backyard of discovery. Visitors will learn about the types of fish that light the way with bioluminescence, as well as other adaptations these animals have to living in darkness. The aquarium, open from […]
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Newport Set to Celebrate ‘RI Historic Cemetery Restoration and Awareness Day’ With Walking Tours
Friends of Island Cemetery, Newport Historical Society, Belmont Chapel Foundation, and the Newport Restoration Foundation are coming together to offer tours of Newport’s historic cemeteries. By decree of RI House Resolution H7350, approved in January 2016, Saturday, April 16, 2016, is officially “RI Historic Cemetery Restoration & Awareness Day.” To commemorate the day and draw […]
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Best Things To Do This Week in Newport (April 11 – 15)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during March in and around Newport, RI. (In chronological order) 1 – KEEPING HISTORY ABOVE WATER APRIL 10-13, Newport Marriott A groundbreaking conference about sea level rise and its impact on historic preservation. Keeping History Above Water will be one of the first national conversations to focus […]
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T.J. Wray to Launch New Book, Kick Off Scholarship Honoring Memory of Former Student
Dr. Tina (T.J.) Wray, assistant professor of religious studies, will celebrate the launch of her new book, “Good Girls, Bad Girls of the New Testament: Their Enduring Lessons,” and kick off a scholarship fund to honor the memory of one of her students during a public event at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 20 at McKillop Library. A book […]
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Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (April 8 – 10)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. (In chronological order) 1 – Salve Regina 11th Annual French Film Festival April 3 – 14 Six thought-provoking films, including the 1959 classic, “Hiroshima Mon Amour,” will be featured when Salve Regina University presents its French Film Festival April […]
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Past and Present: Newport House Tour Will Celebrate Restoration, Renovation and History
Visitors to the St. Michael’s 15 th Anniversary Neighborhoods of Newport House Tour on April 24 will glimpse the past lives of the six fascinating houses, as pictures from each house’s past history will be on display. It’s all about time, and renewal. Breakers Stables “Behind Closed Doors” has been a siren attraction for touring […]
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Newport’s Daffodil Festival Promises to be Bigger and Daffier Than Ever
With “half-a-dillion” of its goal of 1 million daffodils ready to burst forth, Daffodillion has announced its plans for the Third Annual Newport Daffodil Days Festival, one that promises to be bigger and daffier than ever. Featuring fun, free, family activities throughout Newport, the Festival has been expanded to nine days to allow visitors to revel […]
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Best Things To Do This Week in Newport (April 4 – 8)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during March in and around Newport, RI. (In chronological order) 1 – Newport Restaurant Week April 1 – 10 Treat your taste buds to this extraordinary culinary experience featuring seasonal menus highlighting local flavor at more than 50 participating restaurants throughout Newport and Bristol Counties. Pre-fixe menus offer […]
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Tickets Now on Sale For Inaugural Newport Oyster Festival
Did you know that RI is home to upwards of 45 oyster farms? Most people don’t and that’s why Bowen’s Wharf has decided to help promote Rhode Island-grown oysters with the inaugural Newport Oyster Festival on May 20th, 21st and 22nd. Tickets for the Opening Night Party and Newport Oyster Festival are now on sale. Newport Oyster […]
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10 Best Things To Do This Weekend In and Around Newport (April 1 – 3)
Discover the best events, activities, live music, entertainment and things to do in and around Newport this weekend. (In chronological order) 1 – Daffodil Days at Blithewold Friday Tens of thousands of daffodils trumpet the arrival of springtime along with afternoon teas and Friday evening garden parties. blithewold.org/daffodil-days 2 – Newport Restaurant Week April 1 – 10 Treat your […]
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Art After Dark Will Celebrate Advent of Spring and Bid Farewell to Beloved Beech Tree
Art After Dark, the Newport Art Museum‘s popular late night event, held each month on the second Thursday (Newport Gallery Night), will celebrate the advent of spring with “Primavera” and also bid a sad farewell to the Museum’s beloved 180 year old Fernleaf Beech tree, on April 14 from 5-9pm. In the spirit of the Culture of Yes!, […]
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Newport’s Island Moving Company Will Perform at Vets Memorial Auditorium in Providence
Island Moving Co, Newport’s contemporary ballet company, will make its premiere at the beautiful Vets Memorial Auditorium at 7:30pm on Saturday, April 23, 2016. Now in its 34th season, IMC has performed on tour and regularly in Newport but has never performed a full evening at the Vets. For this evening, entitled “Moment to Moment,” Artistic Director Miki Ohlsen […]
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Third Annual Newport Night Run Set to Take Place on Friday, April 1
Gray Matter Marketing and the Newport Public Education Foundation will present the Newport Night Run, Newport’s only nighttime road race, on Friday, April 1. This family-friendly event begins at 7:30 p.m., starts and finishes at Rogers High School, totaling 3.1 miles (5 kilometers) and is open to runners or walkers. Student priced registration is also […]
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Best Things To Do This Week In and Around Newport (March 28 – April 1)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during March in and around Newport, RI. (In chronological order) 1 – Battle Chefs Tuesday at 8pm at The Revolving Door Restaurant Rhode Island’s best chefs go toe to toe weekly and are dealt an exotic secret ingredient and 45 minutes to impress the crowd and […]
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16 Can’t-Miss Events Happening This Spring Around Newport County
Discover Newport has provided us with the following preview of what’s ahead for our area this spring. Spring is just around the corner and with it comes brilliant blooms (more than half a million daffodils planted in Newport and Bristol alone), a return of warmer weather and a robust events calendar celebrating the best of […]
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Best Things To Do This Weekend (March 25 – 27)
Discover the best events, activities, entertainment, live music and things to do this weekend in and around Newport! 1 – Barrel Of Laughs Comedy Show Friday at 6:30pm at Newport Vineyards Join Newport Vineyards for an evening of wine and merriment as comedians Nick Lavallee, Marie Forster and Jeremy Furtado get the crowd going for […]
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Ben & Jerry’s on Thames Street Will Celebrate ‘Free Cone Day’ on April 12th
On April 12th, between 12pm – 8pm, head to Ben & Jerry’s on Lower Thames Street and celebrate Free Cone Day in the tastiest way possible….with free cups and cones of your favorite ice cream to once again say “thank you!” It was 37 years ago when future ice cream household namesakes Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield […]
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William Issel Will Present Lecture on Lyndon Johnson and Progress of Racial Justice at Salve Regina on April 6
Dr. William Issel, professor of history emeritus at San Francisco State University and the John E. McGinty Distinguished Chair in History at Salve Regina University for 2015-2016, will present the spring McGinty Lecture, “The Great Society at 50: Lyndon Johnson and the Progress of Racial Justice in America” on Wednesday, April 6. Free and open […]
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Newport Polo’s Annual Gala Unveiled, “Bal du Soleil” to Support newportFilm
Haute couture, grande cuisine & French Riviera glam are the inspirations for Bal du Soleil, the social climax of the polo season on Friday, Aug. 5, 2016, with the French Polo Team to support newportFilm. Hosted by Newport Polo, the annual sell-out event draws nearly 400 generous and fun-loving attendees to make a red carpet […]
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10 Best Things To Do This Week in Newport (March 21 – 25)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during March in and around Newport, RI. It’s going to be a messy Monday morning commute, head here for the latest cancellations, closings and delays. (In chronological order) 1 – Battle Chefs Tuesday at 8pm at The Revolving Door Restaurant Rhode Island’s best chefs go toe […]
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Salve Regina Will Host 11th Annual French Film Festival, April 3-14
Six thought-provoking films, including the 1959 classic, “Hiroshima Mon Amour,” will be featured when Salve Regina University presents its French Film Festival April 3-14 in Newport. All films and special festival events are open to the public and will be presented on the campus of Salve Regina University. Films will be screened in Bazarsky Lecture […]
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What’s Happening This Weekend In and Around Newport (March 18 – 20)
Discover the best events, entertainment, live music, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport! In Chronological Order 1 – Rhode Island Be Green Kids Consignment SPRING/SUMMER Event Friday from 6pm – 9pm, Saturday from 8am to 3pm and Sunday from 9am to 1pm The Rhode Island Be Green Kids Consignment Sale […]
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Caleb & Broad Becomes Official Game Watch Spot for Providence College Friars in Newport
There is no better way to watch the Providence College Friars in NCAA tournament play than with others who love PC as much as you do. Tyler Bernadyn, a 2011 Providence College Graduate and bartender at Caleb & Broad and Midtown Oyster Bar, will be hosting an official game watch at Caleb & Broad. Round […]
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John Tobin Presents Partners With Jane Pickens Theater to Produce “The JPT Comedy Series”
Need more laughter in your life? Well, you’re in luck! John Tobin has announced that “John Tobin Presents” has partnered with the Jane Pickens Theater and Events Center to bring stand-up comedy acts to Newport for a series called “The JPT Comedy Series“. John Tobin has been responsible for making Boston laugh for years, he produces and […]
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newportFILM Will Show Vanderbilt Documentary at The Breakers on March 29th
newportFILM will screen the new Vanderbilt family documentary “Nothing Left Unsaid: Gloria Vanderbilt & Anderson Cooper” in the ballroom of The Breakers on Tuesday, March 29th. Born into a family whose name is synonymous with wealth, Gloria Vanderbilt has lived in the unsparing glare of the public eye for more than 90 years. In this poignant, […]
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AOH’s Pipes & Drums and Men’s Singers Will Perform at Midtown Oyster Bar on St. Patrick’s Day
Join Bobb Angel and me (Ryan Belmore) on St. Patrick’s Day (March 17th) as we broadcast live from 12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Midtown Oyster Bar. Whaler’s Brewing Company, Midtown Oyster Bar and 1540 AM WADK will be teaming up to raise money to help support Newport’s Ancient Order of Hibernian’s Pipes and Drums. Newport’s Ancient Order of Hibernian’s […]
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Newport County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Women’s History Month with Preservation Society of Newport County
The Newport County Chamber of Commerce will host their Women in Business After Hours on Thursday, March 24th at the Elms located at 367 Bellevue Avenue. This event, sponsored by the Preservation Society of Newport County, provides opportunities for women representing all types of industries and professions to meet, mingle and learn from one another. Join the […]
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Museum of Newport Irish History Will Host Lecture in St. Mary’s Church
The Museum of Newport Irish History presents the fourth talk in its 14th Annual Michael F. Crowley Lecture Series, Tuesday, March 22 at 6:00 p.m.. The lecture will be held within St. Mary’s Church, at the corner of Spring Street and Memorial Boulevard in Newport. Guest speaker, Edward H. Fury, founder and president of the Keely Society, will present […]
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Dates and Details Announced for 5th Annual Newport Craft Beer Festival
Voted best Beer Fest in Rhode Island by RI Monthly Magazine in 2015, the Newport Craft Beer Festival is back for another round of the finest craft beers this side of the Newport Bridge and beyond! Cosponsored/founded by Newport Storm Brewery and Pour Judgement Bar & Grille, the Newport Craft Beer Festival returns for a […]
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10 Best Things To Do This Week in Newport (March 14 – 18)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during March in and around Newport, RI. March is Newport Irish Heritage Month for a full list of events, activities and things to do, visit www.aohnewport.org. (In chronological order) 1 – Arts Around The Fire Tuesday from 6pm – 8pm at Salvation Cafe Tanya Kelley, member of […]
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Guide to What’s Happening at Newport’s Bars and Restaurants on Saint Patrick’s Parade Day
Guide to 2016 Newport Saint Patrick’s Parade Day in Newport, RI The 60th Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will be held, rain, snow, or shine, on Saturday, March 12th 2016. The parade will begin promptly at 11:00am from Newport City Hall and will proceed to Carroll Avenue at Saint Augustin’s Church in the heart […]
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Newport County Chamber of Commerce Will Host Consumer Expo and Job Fair on Friday
The Newport County Chamber of Commerce’s 2016 Consumer EXPO and Job Fair will take place this Friday, March 11th from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency, Newport. Facebook Event – Expo and Job Fair 2016 Join over 130 exhibitors as they showcase their businesses, current promotions and offers. This year enjoy food and wine tastings by Blackstone […]
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Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (March 11 – 13)
Discover the best events, entertainment, live music, activities and things to do during this Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Weekend in and around Newport! In Chronological Order 1 – Expo & Job Fair Friday, March 11th at 4pm The Newport County Chamber of Commerce’s 2016 EXPO and Job Fair will take place this Friday, March 11th from 4:00 […]
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2016 Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Lineup and Order of March
The 60th Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will will begin today promptly at 11:00am from Newport City Hall and will proceed to Carroll Avenue at Saint Augustin’s Church in the heart of the Fifth Ward. The parade this year is estimated to last 2 hours and will include Pipe Bands, Marching Bands, Fife & Drum Corps, […]
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Fundraiser to be Held at Midtown Oyster Bar on St. Patrick’s Day to Support Newport AOH Pipes & Drums
Join Bobb Angel and me (Ryan Belmore) on St. Patrick’s Day (March 17th) as we broadcast live from 12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Midtown Oyster Bar. Whaler’s Brewing Company, Midtown Oyster Bar, 1540 AM WADK and What’sUpNewp will be teaming up to raise money to help support Newport’s Ancient Order of Hibernian’s Pipes and […]
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Public Invited to Welcome Dignitaries From Kinsale, Ireland on Thursday
Mayor Jeanne Marie Napolitano and members of the Newport City Council are inviting the public to a reception welcoming a delegation from Newport’s sister city, Kinsale, Ireland on Thursday, March 10th from 5 to 6 pm at the Gateway Center in Newport. This year’s delegation, which includes seven members from Kinsale and County Cork municipal government, will be led by […]
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Pancakes With A Purpose: IHOP of Middletown Will Offer Free Pancakes Today for National Pancake Day
On March 8, 2016, from 7 AM to 7 PM, guests from around the world will celebrate the eleventh annual National Pancake Day at participating IHOP restaurants and enjoy one free short stack of Buttermilk pancakes. Here on Aquidneck Island, the IHOP of Middletown will be serving up a free short stack of pancakes from […]
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Happening This Week in Newport: Events, Entertainment and Things To Do (March 7 – 11)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during March in and around Newport, RI. March is Newport Irish Heritage Month for a full list of events, activities and things to do, visit www.aohnewport.org. (In chronological order) 1 – Newport St. Patrick’s Day Pint Nights March 6th – 11th Eager with anticipation for the 2016 […]
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12 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport, RI (March 4 – 6)
Discover the best events, activities, live music, entertainment and things to do in and around Newport, RI during this weekend. Mach is Newport Irish Heritage Month, celebrate all that is Irish during this exciting month-long event. Visit www.aohnewport.org for full list of events, activities and things to do! Editor’s Note – In the interest of full […]
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EFC Newport Will Host Coffeehouse Featuring Live Music and Entertainment on March 18th
Evangelical Friends Church Newport (EFC Newport) will host “The Well”, a monthly coffeehouse featuring Christian music and written work performed by area musicians and artists, at The Annex in Newport on Friday, March 18th from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. The Well endeavors to connect individuals throughout Newport County monthly for an evening of encouragement and fellowship. The event […]
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Newport Skating Center Will Close For Season After Today
The last day of the Newport Skating Center season is today, February 29th! The Newport Skating Center will have extended hours of 12pm to 9pm and will offer FREE skating admission for the entire day, all courtesy of ALEX AND ANI, their presenting sponsor. Skate rentals are also available on site from $3 -$5, as is […]
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10 Events That You Shouldn’t Miss In Newport This March
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during March in and around Newport, RI. March is Newport Irish Heritage Month for a full list of events, activities and things to do, visit www.aohnewport.org. (In chronological order) 1 – Hotel Viking Wine Festival – March 4th & 19th One Bellevue, the award winning restaurant at […]
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This Weekend in Newport: Entertainment Listings and Best Things To Do (Feb. 26-28)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do this weekend in and around Newport, RI! [os-widget path=”/ryanbelmore/best-things-to-do-this-weekend-feb-26-28″] Live Music & Entertainment Listings Friday Buskers: Live music with Sean Connell from 9pm to 1am. No Cover.Celtica: Karaoke at 10pm. No cover.Clarke Cooke House: DJ & Dancing in the Boom Boom Room from 10pm to 1am. No cover.Firehouse Theater: Live […]
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Newport Art Museum Will Host Gallery Talk with RI Artist Mary Dondero on Sunday
Members of the public and media are invited to the Newport Art Museum on Sunday, February 28th at 2pm for a Gallery Talk with exhibiting artist Mary Dondero. Learn more about the vision, processes and inspiration behind her elusive and atmospheric prints and drawings. Members of the Chamber Ensemble, the most advanced adult string ensemble […]
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Great Chowder Cook-Off Will Return to Fort Adams State Park in June
Great Chowder Cook-Off Announces Chowderhead Club Tickets Featuring Early Access To Popular Summer Event on Sale Tuesday, March 1st In celebration of National Clam Chowder Day, Newport Waterfront Events has announced that exclusive, all-access Chowderhead Club tickets will go on sale in limited quantities this coming Tuesday, March 1st at noon for the 35th Annual […]
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What’s Up and Happening This Week In Newport, RI (Feb. 22 – 26)
{Photo of IMC performing Mother Goose at Rosecliff} Discover the best events, activities, entertainment, live music and things to do in and around Newport, RI this week! Scroll down for live music, entertainment and comedy listings this week! [the_ad_group id=”61″] In chronological order: Monday, February 22nd Best Places for Margaritas on National Margarita Day in […]
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Newport Skating Center Will Host Many Activities Before Their Season Glides to a Close at End of Month
Newport Waterfront Events is not looking towards spring just yet! Activities, discounts and a charity benefit are all being featured at the Newport Skating Center Presented by ALEX AND ANI over the final weeks of the skating season. Upcoming events at the Center include: Salve Regina University Student Discount Night on Thursday, February 25th, 2016 […]
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13 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport, RI (Feb. 19 – 21)
Discover the best events, activities, live music, entertainment and things to do in and around Newport, RI during this weekend. The 28th Annual Newport Winter Festival is here from February 12 – 21, 2016: Featuring over 150 events, the Festival offers a unique winter experience combining food, festivities, music, and fun for all ages. www.newportwinterfestival.com Editor’s Note […]
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Bike Newport Night at Midtown Oyster Bar Will Raise Funds for Bike Safety Education
{Event poster designed by Newporter, and bike enthusiast, Steven Sabo.} Reportedly the best winter party in Newport, Bike Newport Night is back! In its fifth year, the event will again raise funds for dedicated bike-friendly initiatives – Thursday, March 3rd from 6-9pm at Midtown Oyster Bar, 345 Thames Street in Newport. [contextly_auto_sidebar] Funds raised at past Bike […]
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Illuminated Garden Will Return to Ballard Park This Weekend
{Photo by Jennifer Carter} Ballard Exploration Company, Inc. presents the 11th Annual Illuminated Garden on Thursday, February 18th; Friday, February 19th and Saturday, February 20th, 2016 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at Ballard Park. The free event features thousands of lights displayed on the trees and unique features of Ballard Park’s three acre quarry meadow. In addition to lights set up […]
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The Bit Players Bring Family Friendly Funnies to The Firehouse Theater Tonight
As part of the Newport Winter Festival, The Bit Players will present a show tonight that’s perfect for kids and people of all ages. On Wednesday night, the show will start at 7:00pm and doors will open at 6:30pm. Rhode Island’s most award-winning improv comedy troupe are doing a special discounted ticket price for this […]
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Head to Mount Snow on St. Patrick’s Day with Brick Alley Pub and Bridge To Fitness
Brick Alley Pub announced on Monday that they would be teaming up with Bridge To Fitness once again and that the Mt. Snow Ski Bus is back! Mark your calendars for March 17, 2016, tickets are now available at Brick Alley Pub’s downstairs bar for $89. Ticket price includes bus ride, ski lift pass and late lunch and […]
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Boston.com: Redwood Library Adds Books for the Design-Minded
The Redwood Library and Athenaeum has added a collection of 17th and 18th century British architecture books to its collection. Boston.com with the story – Redwood Library Adds Books for the Design-Minded on February 15, 2016.
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Top 10: Our Favorite Event Each Day of Newport Winter Festival
The 28th Annual Newport Winter Festival, “New England’s Largest Winter Extravaganza”, will take place February 12th – 21st, 2016 throughout Newport and Newport County. Featuring over 150 events, the Newport Winter Festival offers a unique winter experience combining food, festivities, music, and fun for all ages. With an average of 12 – 15 events per day, […]
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10 Great Things To Do This Week In Newport (Feb. 15 – 19)
{Photo of Milk + Honey at Newport Vineyards via Newport Vineyards} Discover the best events, activities, entertainment, live music and things to do in and around Newport, RI this week! The 28th Annual Newport Winter Festival, “New England’s Largest Winter Extravaganza”, is taking place February 12th – 21st, 2016 throughout Newport and Newport County. Featuring over 150 […]
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Newport Fire Department, Coast Guard and Area Restaurants Will Compete in Annual Chili Cook Off
Winter heats up today in Newport as area restaurants, caterers and the local fire department compete at the Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel to see who has the best chili in town when they compete in the 21st Annual Samuel Adams Chili Cook-Off! [story-lines] Bring your appetite, sharpen your taste buds, and join in the fun from […]
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PODCAST: What to Do This Weekend and During Newport Winter Festival (Feb. 12)
On the Friday edition of The Open Forum with Ryan Belmore on 1540 AM WADK Newport I discussed briefly truck tolls being singed into law by Governor Raimondo, as well as a quick recap on what my opinion’s mean and how I want to hear yours. I then dove into what’s happening this weekend in […]
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One Month Until 2016 Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
The 60th Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will be held, rain, snow, or shine, on Saturday, March 12th 2016. It will begin promptly at 11:00am from Newport City Hall and will proceed to Carroll Avenue at Saint Augustin’s Church in the heart of the Fifth Ward. The parade this year is estimated to last […]
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15 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport, RI (Feb. 12 – 14)
{Photo via Newport Vineyards of Newport WINEterfest} Newport, R.I. – February 11, 2016: Discover the best events, activities, live music, entertainment and things to do in and around Newport, RI during this Valentine’s Day weekend. The 28th Annual Newport Winter Festival is here from February 12 – 21, 2016: Featuring over 150 events, the Festival offers […]
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Polar Pineapples, Rhode Island’s Largest Ice Bar, Will Open This Weekend In Newport
{Photo of Polar Pineapples via Hyatt Regency} The Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa will once again “open” Rhode Island’s Largest Ice Bar during Newport Winter Festival on February 12, 13, 19 and 20! [contextly_sidebar id=”40mj5s4V9fpEcrv5XUucDP1Ap5mKRKBv”]Pineapples Restaurant will be transformed into “Polar Pineapples” with an actual bar made of ice where you can enjoy views of the bay […]
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Newport Historical Society Will Host An Interactive Living History Event on February 20th
What was it like to live in a once thriving colonial seaport in February 1775 on the eve of the American Revolution? The Newport Historical Society will host costumed interpreters from the Middling Sort, a living history group, who will represent personas from colonial Newport on Saturday February 20, 2016from 10am-2pm during Liberty or Loyalty. During this interactive program […]