Get ready to roll up your sleeves and help keep Newport’s shoreline beautiful. Sail Newport and the Ocean Recovery Community Alliance (ORCA) are organizing a cleanup at Fort Adams on April 12. The event runs from 10 a.m. to noon, giving volunteers a chance to clear away winter debris and spruce up the local coastline. […]
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MLK Community Center launches The Kids’ Wonder Lab
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center (MLK Community Center) this week announced the launch of a new program for families in Newport County. The Kids’ Wonder Lab will support families with children aged 18 months to 4 years old. According to the MLK Community Center, the program aims to enhance socialization and promote […]
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Orchestral program, historic photography talk coming to Rosecliff in March
Orchestral music from the 19th century and photography from America’s Gilded Age will be presented at Rosecliff in March as the Preservation Society of Newport County continues its winter and spring educational program series. The Gilded Age Orchestra of Newport will take the Rosecliff ballroom stage on March 6 starting at 6 p.m. for a […]
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Chilly Cocktails and Harbor Views: Polar Pineapples Ice Bar returns
Get ready to chill out at Newport Harbor Island Resort as the Polar Pineapples ice bar returns for another frosty weekend. This cool winter attraction runs from Wednesday, Feb. 19 to Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, marking its ninth year as part of Newport’s Winter Festival. You can swing by daily from 3 p.m. to 11 […]
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Sail Newport lecture to explore ‘African Heritage Mariners in Colonial Era’
Sail Newport’s Challenger Lecture Series is set to feature Keith Stokes on February 27 at 6 p.m. Stokes will present “African Heritage Mariners in the Colonial Era,” shedding light on how seafaring offered a path to freedom and prosperity for enslaved and free African men during the 18th and 19th centuries. The talk will cover […]
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Rose Island opens applications for third annual artist residency
The Rose Island Lighthouse & Fort Hamilton Trust is now taking applications for its third annual artist residency program, which will begin in September 2025. The program will select up to eight artists to spend six nights on Rose Island in Narragansett Bay, working on projects inspired by the island’s environment and history. “After two […]
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The High Kings to perform two shows at The JPT in July
The High Kings are bringing their Irish folk music to Newport this summer. They’ll perform two shows at The JPT Film & Event Center on July 11 and 12, both starting at 8 p.m. Want to grab tickets? They’re going on sale on Friday, February 21 at 10 a.m. and range from $49 to $69. […]
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What’s Up this week in Newport County: Feb. 17 – 26
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this week/weekend, Monday, February 17 through Wednesday, February 26, 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 17 […]
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Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians to host Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner
The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians in Newport is gearing up for its annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner on March 1, 2025. This event kicks off the Irish Heritage Month celebrations. St. Augustin’s Hall on Eastnor Road will host the festivities. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., with dinner served at 5 p.m. Adult tickets […]
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Annual Chili Cook-Off kicks off Newport Winter Festival in spicy style
The chilly weather didn’t keep hundreds from getting out to enjoy the Chili Cook-Off at the Newport Marriot Saturday afternoon, February 15. Large crowds gathered to sample deliciuous chili from over a dozen local establishments. With snowflakes in the forecast, tasters were in great spirits as Newporters and visitors alike began to emerge from their […]
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Newport Classical to present Oboist James Austin Smith and Pianist Michael Stephen Brown in next Chamber Series concert
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 […]