Newport Classical continues its fourth full-season Chamber Series, featuring twelve concerts held on select Fridays at 7:30 pm at the organization’s home venue, the Newport Classical Recital Hall (42 Dearborn St.), with a recital by oboist James Austin Smith and pianist Michael Stephen Brown on Friday, March 21, 2025. Their compelling program features music by William Grant Still, Clara Schumann, Camille Saint-Saëns, Frédéric Chopin, Benjamin Britten, and more. […]
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Experience Newport Winter Festival at The JPT: Concerts, classic cinema, and craft beer
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) is planning an exciting week of Newport Winter Festival events, with live music, iconic films, and local craft beer on tap. The festivities begin Wednesday, February 19, with a special screening of Becoming Led Zeppelin, followed by a one-of-a-kind live concert on Thursday, February 20, showcasing immense local talent and supporting emerging […]
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Middletown Library to welcome former Police Chief for book signing
Mark your calendars for February 25 at 6 p.m. when the Middletown Public Library hosts a book signing with Anthony M. Pesare, the former Middletown Police Chief. Pesare is set to present and sign copies of “Back in the Game,” the latest addition to his Gino Peterson novel series. The event is free and open […]
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NaBSCO announces three concerts to round out 2024-2025 Season
The Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra (NaBSCO) is gearing up for its Winter Concert on March 2, 2025. The performance kicks off at 3 p.m. in the East Greenwich High School auditorium. Luis Viquez will take the baton as guest conductor, leading the orchestra through a diverse program featuring Cuban, Polish, and Russian composers. The […]
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Theater Review: ‘Life of Pi,’ a story of hope and survival, a major hit at PPAC
Great theater can take you away for a couple of hours, immersing you in a story as your connection to the narrative deepens. Life of Pi, playing at the Providence Performing Arts Center through Sunday, February 16, does just that. It’s a powerful, captivating, and unforgettable tale, filled with fascinating characters, both human and animal. […]
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Newport Folk Festival unveils first acts for 2025 lineup
The Newport Folk Festival is starting to reveal its 2025 lineup, with Jeff Tweedy, Mt. Joy, and Waxahatchee among the first performers announced. On February 6, organizers shared that Tweedy will perform on the festival’s Sunday lineup. This announcement came just a day after general admission tickets sold out within minutes of going on sale. […]
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February ‘Arts Around the Fire’ to feature Dan Swain, Director of Development and Programs for Newport Festival Foundation
The Arts and Cultural Alliance of Newport County is gearing up for its “Arts Around the Fire” networking event on Feb. 26, 2025. Dan Swain, Director of Programs and Development for Newport Festivals Foundation, will be the featured guest. Everyone’s welcome to join this free event at Sardella’s Restaurant in Newport from 6-8 p.m. No […]
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Newport Burger Bender is back and bigger than ever
Newport and Bristol Counties are gearing up for the biggest burger contest in the region, with the return of the 8th Annual Newport Burger Bender, taking place February 14 – 23, 2025. This year marks the most participating restaurants, at 56 restaurants, including seven new ones. The ten-day battle of the burgers showcases the wildest, most […]
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What’s Up this week in Newport County: Feb. 10 – 17
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this week/weekend, Monday, February 10 through Monday, February 17, 2025. Check back often as we update this story throughout the week as more things pop up! Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar Monday, February 10 […]
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The JPT is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a week of cinema, live music, and festive tastings
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) is setting the stage for romance with its Fell In Love With Films Series. This weeklong celebration of love and cinema features a mix of passionate dramas, cult favorites, and timeless classics—paired with live music, festive drinks, and French pastries for an unforgettable Valentine’s experience. “There’s something magical about experiencing love […]
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Jane Pickens to screen 2025 Oscar SHORTS and films nominated for Best Picture beginning February 6
Jane Pickens Film and Event Center is celebrating awards season with a curated lineup of 2025 Oscar-nominated films, including this year’s acclaimed shorts program and limited screenings of top contenders. “The Oscar Shorts are always one of the most anticipated films we show in February.” says Kathy Staab, owner of Jane Pickens. “The three categories of […]
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The Tasting Room at Newport Wine Cellar & Gourmet will debut with an art and wine celebration
Newport Wine Cellar & Gourmet and Gallery Sitka are teaming up to launch a new monthly event series called “2nd Fridays/All You Need is Art & Wine.” The kickoff event, a Valentine’s Day celebration, is set for Feb. 14 from 4:30-6 p.m. This event also marks the grand opening of The Tasting Room, a new […]
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‘Blind Date Interrupted’ brings comedy to Newport’s dating scene
“Blind Date Interrupted.” Sounds like a Hallmark rom-com, doesn’t it? It’s actually the name of a brand-new experiment in “outrageous comedy” debuting at Top of Pelham in Newport on Thursday, February 13. “It’s a concept we developed,” says DJ O’Hara of the Newport Comedy Series. The production team wanted to focus on theme shows. They’ve […]
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Chili Cook-Off set to spice up Newport Winter Festival
Newport’s Winter Festival is heating up with the 28th Annual Chili Cook-Off, set for Feb. 15 at the Newport Marriott from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local restaurants and caterers are gearing up to compete for the title of best chili in town. Attendees get to taste and vote for their favorites, making it a […]
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Secret Garden Tour returns to Newport’s historic Point section in June
Newport’s Secret Garden Tour is moving to late June, showcasing the city’s historic Point section from June 27-29, 2025. Organizers have shifted the self-guided walking tour to catch the gardens at their peak. This change gives visitors a fresh look at old favorites, with seasonal flowers like hydrangeas and day lilies in full bloom. Katie […]
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What’s Up Interview: David Rosenberg shares 2025 Newport Winter Festival highlights
Start making your plans now! The 37th annual Newport Winter Festival returns on Friday, February 14, running through Sunday, February 23. Festival organizers are excited about the 2025 version of the popular festival, which includes over 100 events at locations around the city. “I’m getting such great feedback from the hotels and restaurants. A lot […]
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Jamestown Arts Center to host film screening, panel discussion centered around ‘Best Judgment: Ladd School Lessons’
The Jamestown Arts Center (JAC) has announced that it has received funding from Rhode Island Humanities for its upcoming film screening and panel discussion, Perspectives in Progress: Disability Advocacy 32 Years After the Ladd School. The event will take place on Thursday, February 13, at 6:30 pm and is free and open to all. Perspectives in Progress will feature a screening […]
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Newport Winter Festival concert to celebrate local music scene
Three of Rhode Island’s most dynamic local acts are joining forces for a live concert during Newport’s 37th Annual Winter Festival. Dan Burke and The Royal Treatment, Melo Green, and Princess June will take the stage at the historic Jane Pickens Theater on Thursday, February 20, 2025. The New England Music Organization and North End […]
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What’s Up this week in Newport County: Feb. 3 – 10
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this week/weekend, Monday, February 3 through Monday, February 10, 2025. Check back often as we update this story throughout the week as more things pop up! Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar Monday, February 3 […]
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Salve Regina University to present ‘Between the Beats’ at Casino Theatre Feb. 6 – 8
The Dance program at Salve Regina University will present “Between the Beats,” a dance performance celebrating the dynamic relationship between sound and movement at the Casino Theatre in Newport February 6 – 8, 2025. The performance explores how rhythm can drive the body, how the body can create rhythm, and how sometimes, the most profound moments are […]
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Newport Contemporary Ballet’s spring lineup promises magic and color
Get ready for an exciting spring season from Newport Contemporary Ballet (NCB). They’re bringing two fantastic productions to the stage. First up is “Mystical Ways,” a show that dives into the hidden magic of everyday life. This production features brand-new works from choreographers Marika Brussel and Shane Farrell, along with NCB’s own Artistic Director, Danielle […]
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What’s Up Interview: Sharon Van Etten, playing Westerly’s United Theatre Saturday, February 1
You may not have noticed, but Newport Folk Festival three-time performer Sharon Van Etten and her band The Attachment Theory have been hanging out in Westerly all week, preparing for their winter tour, which begins Saturday at the United Theatre. Tickets are available here. Known for her indie-rock vibe, Van Etten began her career as […]
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Lineup for inaugural Providence Culinary Collective announced
Today, the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (PWCVB) announced that ticket sales are live for its inaugural Providence Culinary Collective, which will be held from March 27-30, 2025, in locations throughout Providence. The Providence Culinary Collective, alongside the inaugural Rhode Island Wine Experience (Wine X) produced in partnership with RMO PR, is also shared […]
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The Mooring to host beer dinner with Tilted Barn Brewery during Newport Winter Festival
The Mooring will celebrate the 37th Annual Newport Winter Festival with a four-course beer dinner featuring Tilted Barn Brewery, on Tuesday, February 18. The evening will kick off with a reception featuring a choice of Tilted Barn’s The Chosen One Double IPA or a Mimosa, along with select stationary hors d’oeuvres including Crab Rangoon with […]
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Preservation Society unveils ‘Lifting the Curtain’ series
This winter and spring, members of The Preservation Society of Newport County curatorial staff and resident scholars will share their expertise in a series of limited programs called “Lifting the Curtain: Behind the Scenes of Museum Work.” According to The Preservation Society of Newport County, these programs, continuing through April, offer exclusive opportunities to see […]