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From Polaroids to Instant Pots: Every year’s must-have shopping fad since 1973

by Stacker March 25, 2023March 24, 2023

Shopping has changed over the years—from small, local businesses to big-box stores with global supply chains and the ease of online shopping—but one thing has stayed the same: American consumers […]

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Beautiful photos of Christmas markets around the world

by Stacker December 20, 2022December 21, 2022

Christmas markets are a quintessential holiday tradition in Europe. Nearly every city, regardless of size, likely has at least one open-air bazaar that pops up sometime between mid-November and early […]

close up of christmas decoration hanging on tree
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Shop Local – Last minute holiday gift ideas for 2022

by Ken Abrams and Sarah McClutchy December 20, 2022December 20, 2022

As online shipping deadlines approach, your options for gift-buying for the holiday season are becoming more limited. Never fear, local businesses are here to answer the call. Here’s an updated […]

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Dine Local, Shop Local: Newport County Dinner Club returns for its 34th year

by Ryan Belmore December 18, 2022December 18, 2022

The Newport County Dinner Club is returning for its 34th year, continuing its mission of making dining out more affordable. The Newport County Dinner Club offers two-for-one dining at more […]

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‘Six Picks’ local music for gifting this holiday season

by Ken Abrams December 15, 2022December 15, 2022

Here’s a holiday gift idea for the music fan in your life. Buy local music! “Six Picks Local Music, Holiday edition” includes some of our favorite new releases from RI-based […]

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‘Six Picks’ holiday book shopping: Best books about Newport

by Ken Abrams and Steve Iwanski, Charter Books December 9, 2022December 8, 2022

With the holiday shopping season reaching its peak over the next couple of weekends, we’ll be sharing some ideas for unique gifts available locally. Here’s a nice list of Newport-related […]

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Holiday gift crazes and fads of the past century

by Stacker December 2, 2022December 2, 2022

The holidays are coming, and just like every year before this one, there’s sure to be a new gift craze or fad taking the country by storm. To celebrate, Stacker […]

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Craft Fair to be held on Dec. 10, will benefit Rogers High School Class of 2026

by Ryan Belmore December 1, 2022December 11, 2022

Items by local artists and students will be sold at a Craft Fair in the Rogers High School Gym on December 10 from 10 am – 1 pm. Twenty-five vendors […]

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Jamestown Arts Center to host Holiday Arts Market

by Ryan Belmore November 30, 2022November 30, 2022

Feel festive and support the work of artists and artisans during the annual Holiday Arts Market at the Jamestown Arts Center on Friday, December 9 from 5:30-7:30 pm and Saturday, […]

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Shop Local “Six Picks” – Art and Gift shops in Newport and beyond

by Ken Abrams November 23, 2022November 22, 2022

The holiday shopping season is upon us. Supply chain issues may impact big box stores, but there are dozens of local options out there for finding great gifts for family […]

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The Love Shack by LOLA & Company is now open in Newport

by What's Up Newp November 21, 2022November 21, 2022

The Love Shack by LOLA & Company is now open in Newport! Visit them at 400 Thames St. to see the entire LOLA jewelry line as well as our popular […]

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Little City Thrifty Vintage Market returns to WaterFire Arts Center

by Community Submission September 9, 2022August 31, 2022

Little City Thrifty Vintage Market is returning to Providence’s WaterFire Arts Center for another curated weekend of indoor vintage and antiques shopping on October 1st and 2nd, 2022! Recently named […]

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Record Store Day coming Saturday, April 23

by Ken Abrams April 21, 2022April 21, 2022

Don’t worry if you see long lines in odd places Saturday morning. You’ll be witnessing music fans lining up early for the annual event known as Record Store Day. RSD […]

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Ocean State Job Lot will offer First Responder Deal Days March 17 – 23

by Ryan Belmore March 11, 2022March 10, 2022

Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL) his week announced that it offer its First Responder Deal Days March 17th through March 23rd. During this period, current or retired first responders who spend a minimum of $20.00 will […]

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“Six Picks” Gifts: Shop local for last-minute gifts

by Ken Abrams December 21, 2021December 21, 2021

Last-minute shopping got ya down? Never fear – we’ve got a few favorites with fun gift ideas who are open through Christmas Eve. Here’s your chance to shop local! Newport […]

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Aquidneck Community Table to host special holiday market

by Community Submission December 18, 2021December 18, 2021

Mark the calendar for Aquidneck Community Table’s last Wednesday market of the season on December 22nd! Don’t miss this festive Holiday Market at Stoneacre Garden, the last chance to shop […]

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Best local spots for last-minute holiday shopping

by Sarah McClutchy December 16, 2021December 16, 2021

Need some last-minute holiday shopping ideas that support local businesses? We’ve got you covered. Check out this list of local spots where you’ll find plenty of items and gift certificates […]

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Kings Lens and Friends features Janie Kinnane Block Prints

by Sarah McClutchy December 13, 2021December 13, 2021

This week, the Kings Lens and Friends revolving art gallery features the work of Little Compton artist Janie Kinnane. Kinnane is on a mission to create art for good through […]

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Folk Vintage opens on Spring Street

by Sarah McClutchy December 9, 2021December 11, 2021

You may have noticed a funky new storefront on the corner of Spring and Prospect Hill Streets. It belongs to Folk Vintage, owned by Sydney Gordon who recently relocated to […]

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47th Annual Christmas Stroll returns to Nantucket this weekend

by Ryan Belmore December 1, 2021December 20, 2022

The Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce will host its 47th Annual Christmas Stroll Weekend this weekend Friday, December 3 through Sunday, December 5, 2021. Christmas Stroll Weekend features a visit by […]

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Annual Holiday Arts Market returns to the Jamestown Arts Center December 10 – 11

by Ryan Belmore December 1, 2021December 1, 2021

The Jamestown Arts Center is getting festive with the return of the annual Holiday Arts Market and a new community project on the interactive outdoor mural wall. Celebrate the holidays […]

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Buy Local “Six Picks” – Local Art and Gift shops

by Ken Abrams November 27, 2021November 27, 2021

The holiday shopping season is upon us. Supply chain issues aside, there are dozens of options out there for finding great gifts for family and friends. Each week between now […]

Posted inFood & Drink, Style & Shop

Special pre-Thanksgiving Farmers Market to be held on Wednesday at Stoneacre Garden

by Ryan Belmore November 22, 2021November 22, 2021

Aquidneck Community Table is holding a special pre-Thanksgiving farmers market this Wednesday from 2 PM -5 PM at their new winter home, Stoneacre Garden in downtown Newport, where market stalls […]

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Spindle City Fest coming to Fall River Saturday, November 27

by Community Submission November 10, 2021November 9, 2021

FALL RIVER, MA – The Narrows Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the next date for Spindle City Fest – Saturday, November 27th, 2021. The free event runs […]

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2021 Newport Mansions Exclusive Experiences Summer Auction begins August 9

by Ryan Belmore August 6, 2021August 6, 2021

Step on the mound at Fenway Park and deliver the ceremonial first pitch or host a children’s birthday celebration for up to 20 guests among the whimsical animals at Green Animals […]

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