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Once again the Jane Pickens Theater and Event Center invites audiences to experience a cinema and Newport experience like no other. One of two screenings of the classic 1974 film The Great Gatsby starring Robert Redford and Mia Farrow will take place on Sunday August 4th at 10:30am and again Sunday August 18th  at 10:30 a.m. Attendees […]

The C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for the 2019 Clagett Boat Grant Program. In 2019 two 2.4mR boats will be available as part of the Clagett Boat Grant Program and applications from either individual sailors or community sailing programs in North America will […]

Selecting the venue to host one of the most significant days of your life not only establishes the ambiance for your wedding weekend but also reflects your personal style and preferences. Many couples opt for unique and intimate locations, such as their private residence or a beloved childhood home, to create a truly memorable experience […]

The 10th Annual Three Angels Fund Fundraiser is just a few short days away! Are you ready? We caught up with Three Angels Fund to bring your attention to something about the Three Angels Fund that you may not know. Everyone knows (or should know) about the support they give to the Lifespan Cancer Institute at Newport […]

This past Saturday, 300 swimmers participated in Save The Bay’s annual Swim fundraiser, continuing a community tradition that spans more than four decades. Of the hundreds of athletes who tackled the 1.7-nautical-mile, open-water swim from Newport to Jamestown, 36 were recognized for their exceptional commitment the event, with award categories for 5-25 years of participation. […]

We’re sharing some of the weekend’s best photos from WhatsUpRI photographer Rick Farrell. Enjoy these memories of the 2019 Newport Folk Festival. [ngg src=”galleries” ids=”4″ display=”basic_slideshow” arrows=”1″ transition_style=”slide”]

 Seamen’s Church Institute is happy to announce that Ann Souder has been appointed Executive Director of the organization and Katie Barker has joined the team as Director of Finance, Human Resources and Operations. Since the beginning of her career, Souder has been in the yachting, tourism, non-profit and museum industries. Her special expertise includes marketing […]

The final day of the 2019 Newport Folk Festival was indeed memorable. No doubt, it was the first music festival to feature a Muppet singing on stage … more on that later. The day opened with strong sets from The O’ My’s and E.B. the Younger, both first time festival performers. The Preservation Hall Jazz […]

Contributed by Angela Marandola, Contributor for What’sUpRhodeIsland. Reunions When you see the same people, year after year, you’re bound to make friendships. It’s kind of like that movie “Same Time Next Year” minus the complicated moral implications. Most folk friends remind you of their name, where they’re from, and share what concerts they’ve been to […]

Day 2 of the 2019 Newport Folk Festival picked up where Day 1 left off. Once again, female artists ruled the day with their music taking center stage. Early highlights included strong sets from Newport first-timers Haley Heyndericxx, Jade Bird and Susto. Illiterate Light woke up the Quad Stage crowd with a powerful set. Jupiter […]

The next two weeks are arguably the busiest for restaurants, retailers, streets and just about everything else in Newport.  A lot of that has to do with a few of largest events of the summer taking place, Newport Festival Foundation’s Newport Folk Festival, Newport Jazz Festival, and Newport BridgeFest. We love numbers and fun facts, […]

Start mapping out this year’s 65th Annual Newport Jazz Festival musical adventure, Jazz Festival daily schedules are here! “Big thanks to our friends at Cantina for building our apps again this year and to Natixis Investment Managers for their support,” Newport Jazz Fest included in an email that included the daily schedules. Tickets are still available for […]

Day 1 of the 2019 Newport Folk Festival is in the books, and by all accounts, it was a day to be remembered. There were great vibes, the weather was perfect, and surprise guests appeared at every turn. 2019 is undoubtedly the year of the woman at Newport Folk. The Highwomen, a supergroup comprised of […]

The Newport Jazz Festival has shared the following tips and information ahead of the 2019 Newport Jazz Festival, which is scheduled to take place August 2 – 4 at the International Tennis Hall Of Fame and Fort Adams State Park. GRAB YOUR TICKETS TODAY!We’re eager to see you all at the Fort for another legendary […]

The 2019 Newport Folk Festival is finally here. Here’s what’s on the schedule for the next three days of the historic sold-out event. Late July Kids Tent Schedule

This weekend, TUNEIN will exclusively stream select sets from NEWPORT FOLK FESTIVAL via Newport Folk Radio.  NEWPORT FOLK FESTIVAL 2019 – TUNEIN LIVESTREAM SCHEDULE  **All Time Noted In EDT JULY 26 11:00AM – Black Belt Eagle Scout 11:40AM – Yola 12:35PM – Parker Millsap 01:50PM – Warren Haynes 03:55PM – Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real 05:45PM – Todd Snider […]