A couple of great bands are headed to the Narrows Center Saturday night October 2nd for an old-fashioned blues show. Boston-born GA-20, named after a revered Gibson guitar amp, will be joined by Nashville-based but Chicago-born, J.D. Simo for what will certainly be a high-energy gig. I spoke to GA-20 co-founder Matthew Stubbs earlier this […]
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What’s Up This Week: Sept. 27 – Oct. 3
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this week. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at […]
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Bob Dylan announces Fall tour – Coming to PPAC November 26th
Nobel Prize winner, singer-songwriter, author, painter, DJ, and distiller Bob Dylan has announced a Fall 2021 tour that includes stops in Providence and Boston. Dylan’s Providence show is scheduled for Friday, November 26th (Black Friday) at the Providence Performing Arts Center at 8PM. Tickets are on sale Friday, October 1 here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8yU8wk67gY Dylan last played […]
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URI Guitar Festival returning as hybrid event October 14-17
The University of Rhode Island Guitar Festival is returning with a hybrid format October 14-17 after an online-only version was held last year. The format offers in-person and online access for those attending the 6th annual event. Featuring some of the world’s best classical guitarists and more, the Festival is the brainchild of guitarist and […]
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Newport Car Museum to host AutoFest 2021
Story provided by Newport Car Museum It will be a giant reminder of why we love cool cars when AutoFest 2021 heads to the Newport Car Museum in Portsmouth on Sunday, October 3. First, over 500 show cars will fill the Museum’s giant parking lot, courtesy of event co-host Mass Cruisers Auto Club, which organizes the annual affair […]
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What’s Up This Weekend: Sept. 23 – 26
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at […]
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Get Lost! “Six Picks” Corn Mazes in Newport County and Beyond
Last week we shared some of the best apple picking spots in the region … this week, it’s all about escaping the corn maze. Here are six of our favorites in the area – be sure to stop at the farm stand on your way out. Salisbury Farm in Johnston introduced the first corn maze […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary welcomes fall with harvest season of events
The Norman Bird Sanctuary invites the community to take part in its harvest season of events, which includes a wide variety of fun, family-friendly ways to celebrate the arrival of fall and the natural beauty that accompanies the autumn season. Returning for a second year, the Norman Bird Sanctuary Scarecrow Competition offers the opportunity for […]
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Newport Art Museum to host Newport Day of Design Walking Tour
The Newport Art Museum will welcome Keith Stokes of the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society for a presentation and walking tour of Bellevue Avenue in Newport to explore the untold and sometimes mis-told stories of entrepreneurship of African heritage individuals in early Newport. Attendees are invited to learn about the makers, innovators and inventors of the gilded […]
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4th Annual Cardines Classic featuring Army versus Navy rescheduled to October 1
September 17 Update Once again, this game has been rescheduled on account of the weather. The game has been rescheduled for October 1. September 10 Update The Naval War College Foundation announced this morning that due to poor field conditions, the Cardines Classic baseball game has been rescheduled for Friday, September 17. Original Story The […]
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What’s Up This Weekend in Newport County: Things to do, live music, and more (Sept. 17 – 19)
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at […]
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Apple Picking Season has arrived! “Six Picks” Orchards in Newport County and beyond
Apple picking season has officially arrived and according to local growers, the crop looks strong this year. And a nice weekend ahead means time to get out there and support local businesses. Check with your favorite orchard for hours and availability. Sweet Berry Farm in Middletown is getting busy on weekends. A favorite on the […]
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Newport County Youth Chorus offers free after-school programs to Elementary and Middle School students
The Newport County Youth Chorus has announced that it is welcoming singers to join them for in-person programs this fall. It is free to participate and no audition or previous experience is necessary — just a love of singing! NCYC celebrates everyone’s unique voice and how it contributes and strengthens their community of voices. Participants […]
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What’s Up This Week in Newport County: Things to do, live music, and more (Sept. 14 – 19)
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this week. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at […]
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What’s Up This Weekend in Newport County: Things to do, live music, and more (Sept. 10 – 12)
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at […]
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Davis Cup is heading to the International Tennis Hall of Fame
The International Tennis Hall of Fame is set to host a big weekend of tennis September 17 – 18 when the Davis Cup competition hits the historic grass courts. Team New Zealand will take on Team Korea in a first-round matchup of the international team tennis competition. Read on to learn more about this event […]
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The Huddle gets ready for a busy fall
The Huddle, which had its soft opening in late June at 42 Spring Street, is growing. A collaborative space for experiences that bring people together, The Huddle offers hands-on learning for all led by local residents and entrepreneurs, coworking space, and private events. As they head into the fall, The Huddle is quickly seeing the […]
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Newport Polo’s Pro-Am returns on Saturday
Competition is at an all-time high as the Newport Pro-Am returns to the polo grounds on Saturday, September 11th at 4 PM, culminating in one of the final three matches of the 30th Anniversary Season of the Newport International Polo Series, Presented by Turkish Airlines. A unique aspect of the sport of polo is that even at the highest levels […]
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Local chefs to pair with wine and beverage experts for Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival series
For the second year in a row, the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival will expand into the local restaurant scene with a series of specially designed culinary experiences paired with chosen wines and cocktails. These unique dining experiences will be hosted by participating restaurants on select dates from Sept. 16-19, 2021. The Preservation Society […]
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50th Newport International Boat Show promises fun for the whole family September 16 – 19
Newport Exhibition Group, owners and producers of the Newport International Boat Show, announced this week a wealth of pre-show promotions and entertaining events in celebration of the Show’s 50th Anniversary, which kicks off September 16 – 19, 2021, in Newport. To build excitement for its Golden anniversary, a variety of social media promotions are being offered. Newport Exhibition […]
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Blackstone River Theatre Fall season begins with Atwater-Donnelly and The Vox Hunters on September 18th
Blackstone River Theatre will present its first concert of the Fall featuring Rhode Island favorites Atwater~Donnelly and The Vox Hunters on Saturday, September 18, 8:00 p.m., at Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad St., Cumberland, RI. Admission is $18.00 advance, $20.00 day of show. For reservations or information call Blackstone River Theatre at (401) 725-9272. Masks are required […]
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Upcoming lecture will explore shared Irish and African Heritage experience in Gilded Age Newport
The Museum of Newport Irish History has announced the first talk in its 20th Annual Michael F. Crowley Lecture Series, to be presented “virtually” on Monday, September 13, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom. Dr. John Quinn and Mr. Keith Stokes will present a talk entitled, “Shared Spaces: The Irish and African Heritage Experience in Gilded Age […]
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New exhibition opens at the Redwood Libary – “Gifts from the Sea: Sailors’ Valentines by Happy van Beuren”
Gifts from the Sea: Sailors’ Valentines by Happy van Beuren has opened in the Van Alen Gallery at the Redwood Library & Athenaeum. Featuring over 30 creations by Newport doyenne Hope “Happy” van Beuren the show introduces for the first time Newport audiences to this remarkable art form and her exceptional skill in making these […]
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Stone Soup Coffeehouse Announces 2021-2022 schedule
The venerable Stone Soup Coffeehouse in Providence returns this season with in-person concerts beginning on September 25th with folk legend Vance Gilbert. A full slate of national and local artists is scheduled through May 2022. All shows will be held at The Music Mansion, 88 Benefit St. in Providence. Stone Soup was founded over 40 […]
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Born to Rise presents its second annual women’s story festival with this year’s theme of “Rise and Shine”
Story provided by Born To Rise From 5:00-7:00 PM, we will have a social and dinner gathering with authors, art, photo booths, music, food truck, and festive signature cocktails for purchase. From 7:00-9:00 PM, we start the storytelling and performances on the lawn. Last year, Born to Rise™ Women’s story festival, managed to have its […]