Giusto will host a special “Tour through the Alps” wine dinner on Friday, December 6th, featuring wines from the Alpine region of Italy paired with a five-course menu. The event, a partnership with Nick Mucci of Mucci Imports and Wine Wizards, will showcase wines from Valle d’Aosta and Alto Piemonte. Executive Chef William Rietzel has […]
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What’s Up Interview: Fuzek-Rossoni, playing reunion show Saturday, Nov. 30 at Stone Soup Coffeehouse
This Saturday night, a legendary Rhode Island duo, Fuzek-Rossoni, will play a special 35th-anniversary reunion concert at Stone Soup Coffeehouse in Providence. Known for their tight harmonies and acoustic blends, Fuzek-Rossoni were a leading musical force in the 1990s, earning multiple awards in The Providence Phoenix Best Music Poll. John Fuzek and Mary Ann Rossoni […]
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Newport Harbor Island Resort to light up lighthouse for the holidays
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with the lighting of the historic lighthouse at Newport Harbor Island Resort. The complimentary event will take place on Saturday, November 30th at 5:00 PM, offering panoramic views of the Newport Bridge. Attendees can enjoy carolers, warm drinks (including spiked options), and festive treats while celebrating the […]
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What’s Up in Newport: November 25 – December 2
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island, this week/weekend, Monday, November 25 through Monday, December 2, 2024. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar Monday, November 25 Things To Do Holidays at the Newport Mansions 10 am: Holidays by the Sea Press Conference 4 […]
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Newport Art Museum invites community to learn, create, and connect this winter
Today, the Newport Art Museum released its schedule of winter art classes and the much-anticipated calendar for the Winter Speakers Series, a cornerstone of the Museum’s annual programming in its 97th year. “Our city may be renowned for its summer allure, but the winter season at the Newport Art Museum offers some of our most engaging opportunities […]
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What’s Up in Newport Today: Monday, November 25
Good Morning! ☀️ It’s Monday, November 25th. On this day in 1491, the siege of Granada, the last Moorish stronghold in Spain, ended with the Treaty of Granada. Baseball legend Joe DiMaggio was born on this day in 1914. Today, we celebrate several unique holidays, including National Play Day with Dad, National Parfait Day, Shopping Reminder […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Saturday, November 23
Good Morning! 🌞 It’s Saturday, November 23rd! On this day in 1963, the very first episode of Doctor Who aired on BBC. Whovians worldwide celebrate Doctor Who Day (or TARDIS Day) every November 23rd! Let’s celebrate all things time travel and sci-fi today. 🌌 Speaking of celebrations, today is also Eat a Cranberry Day, Family Volunteer Day, Fibonacci Day, and National Adoption […]
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Radio controlled model boat national championship to be held in Newport in 2025
Sail Newport today announced that it has been selected to host the remote-controlled DragonFlite95 (DF95) National Championship. The regatta, which will be held October 16-19, 2025, will be the first radio-controlled national championship in Newport. “The DF95 USA Executive Board is very excited to work with Sail Newport and Executive Director Brad Read for what we […]
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Tiverton Public Library announces December adult programs
The Tiverton Public Library has announced its programs for adults in December, which include book clubs, craft groups, and informational sessions. One-on-one tech help for all skill levels is available throughout December. Call 401-625-6796 ext. 8 or visit tivertonlibrary.org to make an appointment. The library also offers a weekly “Book Walk & Talk” group that […]
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Newport Sings to host Annual Winter Concert
Newport Sings will present its annual Winter Concert on Sunday, December 15 at 4:00 p.m. The concert will be held at Calvary United Methodist Church, 200 Turner Road, Middletown. Nearly 100 singers from three of Newport Sings’ groups will perform: the Newport County Youth Chorus Prep Chorus (grades 1-6), the Aquidneck Singers, a multigenerational women’s […]
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Long Wharf Mall welcomes holiday season with tree lighting and Santa visit on Nov. 30
The Shops at Long Wharf Mall will kick off the holiday season in style on Nov. 30 with a tree-lighting ceremony and an appearance by Santa. From 4 to 6 pm, visitors can enjoy the dazzling display as the Long Wharf Christmas Tree lights up the night. Santa and his helper will be on hand […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Thursday, Nov. 21
Good Morning! It’s Thursday, November 21. ⛅ Today’s Weather: Rain, mainly after 7 am. High near 54. Northeast wind 14 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. The chance of precipitation is 90%. New precipitation amounts between 1 and 2 inches are possible. 🎥 Happening Today: True North dance concert, newportFILM presents Yacht Rock, The Hare […]
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“Our Town: Jamestown Part II” set for community screening
Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio are hosting a community screening of “Our Town: Jamestown Part II” on December 3 at the Jamestown Arts Center. The documentary, set to air on December 11 at 8 p.m., is the second part of a series about the island community. Interested in attending? You can sign up […]
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What’s Up Interview: Comedian Doreen Collins of ‘Aging Disgracefully,’ playing Newport Playhouse Saturday, November 23
Getting old is no ride in the park. Well, I guess it can be… as long as somebody else is doing the driving. (Ba dum ching… my apologies to real comedians.) Old age is the theme of “Aging Disgracefully,” a comedy show from well-known RI-based comics Doreen Collins and Charlie Hall. You can catch the […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Tuesday, Nov. 19
What’s Up Today Tuesday, November 19 | Today is the 324th day of the year; 42 days remain in 2024. Weather Sunny, with a high near 57. Northwest wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Marine NNW wind 7 to 12 kt, with gusts as high as 21 kt. Sunny. Seas […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Nov. 18 – 25
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island, this week/weekend, Monday, November 18 through Monday, November 25, 2024. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar Monday, November 18 Things To Do 2 pm: Commerce RI Info Session: Discover Brazil’s Blue Tech Sector Opportunities at Innovate Newport 2:45 […]
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Newport Nutcracker returns to Rosecliff for 23rd season
Newport Contemporary Ballet (NCB) is bringing back its popular “Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff” for the 23rd year. The show runs from November 27 to December 6, 2024, at the historic Rosecliff Mansion in Newport. This unique holiday experience turns the 1899 mansion into a Victorian-era party and winter wonderland. In the first act, the audience […]
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Santa Sets Sail: The annual Newport Illuminated Boat Parade casts off November 29
It’s nearly the ten-day countdown to the event that marks the official Christmas season on Aquidneck Island: the Newport Illuminated Boat Parade. Organizers from Discover Newport, Sail Newport, the Newport Yacht Club, the Newport City Council, and volunteers are preparing to celebrate the holidays and the twenty-fifth anniversary of the annual parade on November 29, […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Monday, Nov. 18
Good Morning! It’s Monday, November 18. 🗓️ Today is the 323rd day of the year; 43 days remain in 2024. Today, we’re covering Newport Classical’s visit to Thompson Middle School, Dionne Warwick’s outstanding show at the Park Theatre, Thanksgiving dining in and around Newport, and much more. What’s UpNewp is now on Bluesky. Follow us here. If you’re […]
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IYRS School of Technology & Trades to host ‘Holly Jolly Weekend’
IYRS School of Technology & Trades has announced that it will host its Holly Jolly Weekend on Dec. 6-7, 2024. The weekend kicks off with the IYRS Community Holiday Party on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, from 5:30-7:30 p.m, in Restoration Hall at IYRS. The weekend continues with the IYRS Artisan Holiday Market on Saturday, Dec. […]
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Newport historian to spotlight local Celtic leaders in upcoming lecture
The Museum of Newport Irish History is gearing up for its third lecture in the 23rd Annual Lecture Series. The event takes place on Nov. 20 at 6 p.m. at the Wyndham Newport Hotel in Middletown, Rhode Island. Dr. Marian Mathison Desrosiers will give an illustrated talk called “A Celtic Team: Genevieve McGlinchey and Wallace […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Friday, November 15
Good Morning! It’s Friday, November 15. 🗓️ Today is the 320th day of the year; 46 days remain in 2024. Today, we’re covering the end of Singing for Shelter, a jewelry collaboration involving Snoop Dog, Yacht Rock, an open call to serve in Newport’s legal roles, and more. Note: We’re aware of an ad appearing on our website […]
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Salve Regina University to present ‘True North’ dance concert
Salve Regina University’s Dance program is set to present “True North,” a vibrant concert featuring contemporary and jazz dance performances. The event runs from November 21-23 at the Casino Theatre in Newport. The showcase brings together works by guest artists, faculty, and students. Joanne Baker from Decidedly Jazz Danceworks is restaging “Ellington Suite,” a piece […]
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‘Yacht Rock’ docks in Newport: HBO documentary gets special screening
Newport’s getting an exclusive look at HBO’s “YACHT ROCK: A DOCKUMENTARY” on November 21 at Newport Classical’s Recital Hall. newportFILM is hosting this one-night-only screening, giving locals a sneak peek at the film that dives into the soft rock craze of the late ’70s and early ’80s. The documentary features big names like Kenny Loggins, […]
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Holidays at the Newport Mansions begins Nov. 22
The Preservation Society of Newport County announced today that for the first time in more than twenty years, Holidays at the Newport Mansions will feature Chateau-sur-Mer, decorated for the season and open for tours along with The Breakers, Marble House, and The Elms. These landmark historic houses of the Gilded Age will feature nearly 30 […]