One of the greatest artists in rock and roll history is stopping by Cranston’s Park Theatre for a show with his band on Thursday, November 14. John Lodge, the longtime bassist for The Moody Blues, will be in town for a show that will feature old favorites and new takes on one of the band’s […]
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Rhode Island State House gets spooky for Halloween
The Rhode Island State House will transform into a spooky haven for trick-or-treaters on Tuesday, October 29, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The annual Spooky State House event, hosted by the RI Department of State, welcomes families of all ages to enjoy Halloween fun and collect treats. Attendees can expect spooky decorations and treats […]
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‘Shucked’ brings ‘corny’ comedy to Providence Performing Arts Center
The question folks have been asking: What is “Shucked” about? Glad you asked. The answer is corn. If you’re going to see “Shucked” at the Providence Performing Arts Center – and you should – be prepared to laugh. In cases, laugh hard. The emphasis is on comedy in this musical comedy, which launches its first […]
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Groundbreaking sailing exhibition docks at Newport Art Museum
The Newport Art Museum is set to unveil a new exhibition that captures a 130-day racing voyage on a 40-foot sailboat. “KELSY PATNAUDE AT SEA (with cole brauer)” runs from October 25 to April 27, curated by Dodie Kazanjian, Vogue’s art world correspondent and founding director of Art&Newport. The show’s centerpiece is a 100-foot panorama […]
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Greenvale Vineyards’ 25th Annual Harvest Festival set for Nov. 2
Wine lovers, mark your calendars. Greenvale Vineyards is gearing up for its 25th Annual Harvest Festival on Nov. 2, promising a day packed with wine, music, food, and fun. The celebration starts at 11 a.m. and runs until 5 p.m. at the historic farm on 582 Wapping Road in Portsmouth. Starting at 1 p.m., visitors […]
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ThamesGiving returns with expanded offerings for 2024 holiday season
Newport’s Thames Street district is gearing up for an expanded ThamesGiving event in 2024, offering nearly a month of holiday shopping, socializing, and community giving. The event runs from November 8-30, 2024, involving about 80 local businesses and stretching beyond Thames Street to include nearby areas and wharves. Michele Gallagher, who founded City-by-the-Sea Communications and […]
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Comedian Jim Norton bringing ‘Now You Know’ tour to The JPT on Feb. 8
Spectacle Live will present Jim Norton: Now You Know on Saturday, February 8, at 8 p.m. at The JPT Film & Event Center in Newport, RI. Tickets go on sale Thursday, October 24, at 10 a.m. at JanePickens.com or by calling 1-800-657-8774. Jim Norton is a stand-up comedian, radio host, actor, and twice-NY Times bestselling author. He […]
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Harle Tinney will return to Belcourt Castle to discuss spirits
Harle H. Tinney, author of “The Ghosts of Belcourt Castle,” will return to Belcourt Castle on Friday, October 25th, 2024, at 6:30 pm for a presentation focusing on her experiences with the castle’s alleged spirits. The event, open to the public, will also feature a tour of the castle, refreshments, and insights into its Gilded […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Oct. 21 – 28
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island, this week/weekend, Monday, October 21 through Monday, October 28, 2024. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to What’sUpNewp. Community Calendar Cruise Ship Schedule Coming up next on the 2024 CruiseShip Schedule schedule; Monday, Oct. 21: Norwegian Breakaway Tuesday, Oct. 22: 7-Seas Grandeur Sunday, […]
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Bestselling author to reflect on 25 years of “All Souls” at Jamestown Arts Center talk
Michael Patrick MacDonald, New York Times bestselling author, is coming to the Jamestown Arts Center on Sunday, October 27. He’ll be talking about his acclaimed memoir “All Souls: A Family Story from Southie,” which is now 25 years old. The event is part of the JAC Talk series and runs from 4 to 5:30 p.m. […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Monday, October 21
Good Morning. It’s Monday, October 21, and today we’re covering housing in Newport, the 33rd Annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival, apple season at Rocky Brook Orchard, the upcoming closure of Simmons Farm, and more. 👋 First time reading this newsletter? Welcome! Join more than 17,000 who wake up to us daily. Sign up here. 📢 Keep in […]
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Narragansett Bay Symphony Kicks Off Season with Guest Conductor
The Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra (NaBSCO) will kick off its 2024-2025 season with a concert on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. The concert will take place in the auditorium of East Providence High School, located at 2000 Pawtucket Avenue in East Providence, RI. The performance will feature guest conductor Zeke Fetrow and […]
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Photo Gallery: Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival returns for 33rd year
The 33rd Annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival is in full swing this weekend on Bowen’s Wharf in Newport. Visitors are flocking to the historic wharf to enjoy the “Harvest of the Sea” under beautiful sunny skies. Running Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., the festival offers a mouthwatering array of fresh, local […]
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Christie’s Americas’ Chairman Emeritus, Stephen Lash, is bringing his love of ocean liners and the era of art deco to Redwood Library
Stephen S. Lash has been an avid collector of artifacts from the great ocean liners from the art deco era of the 1920’s and 30’s. Having served at Christie’s for over 40 years—including his current stint as the Chairman Emeritus—the Boston native has developed a discerning eye for art, the sea and architecture. Lash was […]
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What’s Up Today: Friday, Oct. 18
Good Morning. It’s Friday, October 18, and we’re covering Rhode Island’s early voting turnout, Tiverton’s Thursday soccer match, traffic on Spring Street, Newport City Council’s upcoming meeting, and more. 👋 First time reading this newsletter? Welcome! Join more than 17,000 who wake up to us daily. Sign up here. 🙏 Fall Supporter Drive: 68 of you have […]
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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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What’sUpNewp launches new community events calendar
What’sUpNewp has unveiled a new community events calendar designed to keep residents and visitors informed about activities in Newport, Newport County, and Rhode Island. The calendar aggregates information from multiple sources and offers a comprehensive list of events happening in the area. Ryan Belmore, Owner & Publisher of What’sUpNewp, says the calendar addresses a common […]
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Write Ekphrastic Poetry with award-winning writer Michael Klein at the Jamestown Arts Center on Nov. 23
How does art inspire poetry? How can words help us see? These are the questions award-winning poet and writer Michael Klein will delve into during a one-day workshop at the Jamestown Arts Center on Saturday, November 23, from 10 am to 1 pm. No prior writing experience is needed—this workshop is designed for anyone who wants to explore the […]
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‘Meet Me in St. Louis’ opens on Oct 24 at the Casino Theatre
Salve Regina University’s Department of Music, Theatre and Dance has announced the opening weekend for their performance of the beloved musical Meet Me In St Louis; Thursday, October 24th and Friday, October 25th at 7 p.m.; Saturday, October 26th and Sunday, October 27th at 2 p.m. at the Casino Theatre. Based on the classic 1944 MGM film, Meet […]
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Citizens Bank Pell Bridge Run returns on Oct. 20
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Foundation will host the Citizens Pell Bridge Run on Sunday, October 20, 2024. The event is a 4-mile charity run/walk with 100% of the proceeds going to support non-profits and local community organizations. The run provides a rare opportunity for the public to cross over the beautiful Claiborne Pell […]
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The JPT is celebrating the Halloween season with a series of films and special events
The Jane Pickens Theatre & Event Center (The JPT) celebrates Halloween with a series of films and special events in October. “Halloween is just around the corner, and The JPT is excited to give guests the opportunity to celebrate the Halloween season with us. We have an incredible group of spooky films headed to our […]
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What’s Up Interview: Zach Williams of The Lone Bellow, playing Jane Pickens Sunday, October 20
The Lone Bellow certainly know something about playing music in Newport. The Nashville, TN, by way of Brooklyn, NYC, trio has played the Newport Folk Festival several times in the modern era, going back to their first appearance at Fort Adams in 2013. This weekend, they return to the Jane Pickens Film and Events Center […]
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Christie’s Chairman to speak on ‘The Floating Palaces of Art Deco: A History of Transatlantic Ocean Liners’ at Redwood Library
Christie’s Chairman Emeritus Stephen S. Lash will give a talk on Art Deco ocean liners at the Redwood Library and Atheneum on October 24. The lecture, “Floating Palaces of Art Deco: A History of Transatlantic Ocean Liners,” will dive into the golden age of sea travel and the ships that were moving showcases of art […]
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Sailing Museum to host 41st Schaefer International Marine Art Exhibition
Newport, Rhode Island – The Sailing Museum & National Sailing Hall of Fame will host the 41st Schaefer International Marine Art Exhibition from October 11 to November 11, 2024. The exhibition features contemporary marine art from around the world, including works by renowned artists John Stobart, Christopher Blossom, and James Gurney. The exhibition is a […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Oct. 15 – 21
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island, this week/weekend, Tuesday, October 15 through Monday, October 21, 2024. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to What’sUpNewp. Cruise Ship Schedule Coming up next on the 2024 Cruise Ship Schedule this week; Wednesday, Oct. 16: Insignia Thursday, Oct. 17: Viking Mars and Crystal […]