Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island this week. This story will be updated throughout the week as we learn of events, meetings, and listings, so please check back often. Do you have something to add to this list or an upcoming roundup? Email ryan@whatsupnewp.com. Cruise Ship Schedule […]
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Chelley Knight and The Dope Things headline NIMFest at King Park on July 7
The New England Music Organization and North End Entertainment are thrilled to announce acclaimed local artists Chelley Knight and The Dope Things as the headliners for this year’s first NIMFest concert at the King Park Gazebo on Sunday, July 7th, from 3 pm to 6 pm. Known for her soulful voice and captivating stage presence, Knight […]
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Review: ‘Tootsie’ at Theatre By The Sea is a terrific way to kick off your summer
You’re a decent New York actor but your constant head-butting with directors makes you unemployable. What do you do? Slap on a wig, a dress, some pearls and a pair of pumps, and audition as a woman, of course. Welcome to “Tootsie,” the newest offering at Theatre by the Sea. The musical is based on […]
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Rhode Island Society of the Sons of the Revolution to host Independence activities in Newport
Rhode Island Society of the Sons of the Revolution will host its annual Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 4, throughout Newport. Schedule Of Events 9:00 am: Colony House on Washington Sq. will be open for inspection. The Rhode Island Society of the Sons of the Revolution will join the Daughters of the American Revolution […]
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Fort Adams Trust’s 4th of July Celebration offers fun for all ages
The Fort Adams Trust is preparing to host its annual 4th of July celebrations. This year’s event will be extra special as the trust celebrates its own 200th anniversary. The fireworks show will be held on July 4th, 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm, with a rain date of July 5th. The event will take place […]
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Breweries of the Month: Ravenous and Phanton Farms leading the way in Northern RI
With two brewhouses in town, Cumberland is fast becoming the beer capital of northern Rhode Island. For June’s “Brewery of the Month,” we decided to check out both Ravenous Brewing and Phantom Farms Brewing, two breweries that call Cumberland home. First stop, Ravenous Brewing Company, the first Latino-owned brewery in the state, headquartered in a […]
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U.S. Senior Open arrives in Newport
On a beautiful, warm early summer day in Newport, a slight breeze cooling the air, some of the world’s once-best golfers were teeing off for the first round of the 44th U.S. Senior Open Championship at Newport Country Club. This was the same course where it all began – Friday, October 4, 1895. The first […]
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Sundance Film Festival hit, and a ‘Blockbuster Blast’ series headed to The JPT
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (the JPT) is kicking off the summer season with Sundance Film Festival favorite, Thelma, and a “Blockbuster Blast” series featuring some of the greatest movie hits from the 1980’s. Thelma (Friday, June 28 – Thursday, July 11): Inspired by a real-life experience of first-time director Josh Margolin’s own grandmother, Thelma puts a clever spin […]
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Kingston Chamber Music Festival returns for 36th Season
The Kingston Chamber Music Festival will return to the University of Rhode Island for its 36th season this August, featuring a lineup of international musicians and a roundtable discussion on the relationship between Native American music and classical music. “We challenge musicians,” says Artistic Director Natalie Zhu. “Many of them are playing together for the […]
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Portsmouth Library to host Circus Dynamics
The Portsmouth Free Public Library is gearing up for a big event with a new production from Circus Dynamics. The company is known for its jaw-dropping tricks, amazing stunts, and interactive performances that delight audiences of all ages. The production, titled ” Circus Dynamics,” is set to take place on July 12, 2024, at 10:30 […]
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What’s Up in Newport this week: June 24 – 30
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island this week. This story will be updated throughout the week as we learn of events, meetings, and listings, so please check back often. Do you have something to add to this list or an upcoming roundup? Email ryan@whatsupnewp.com. Cruise Ship Schedule […]
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Portsmouth Parks & Rec announces Summer Music & Entertainment Series
The Town of Portsmouth’s Parks & Recreation Department has announced a new Summer Music & Entertainment Series for this summer. The series will feature a wide range of local entertainers. If you’re planning on heading out to a concert, Parks & Recreation recommends packing a lunch, snacks, and a beverage. Bring a chair and a […]
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Renowned harmonica maestro James Montgomery to enchant King Park
Renowned harmonica player James Montgomery is bringing his band to the King Park Gazebo on Friday, June 28th, from 5-7 pm. Presented by the Friends Of The Waterfront, this concert is expected to be a must see for fans of Montgomery and his signature sound of blues music. With decades of experience and a deep […]
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Review: Ben Platt pulls out all the stops at PPAC
Until yesterday, I thought Ben Platt was a Broadway performer. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. I knew him as the performer who originated the lead role in “Dear Evan Hansen” which earned him a Tony Award. I knew he’d recently played the lead in “Parade” on Broadway, and that he’d just wrapped up […]
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Newport Dance Festival announces 2024 lineup
The Newport Dance Festival is returning in 2024! This event, which celebrates dance, will take place at the Great Friends Meeting House Lawn from July 17 to 21, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. The 2024 Newport Dance Festival will feature a diverse lineup of visiting dance companies from across the globe. These companies include: East Coast […]
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Free waterfront concerts return to Newport
The New England Music Organization has announced the 2024 Friends of the Waterfront Concert Series, which will return to King Park in Newport, Rhode Island. The four-part series, starting on June 28, features some of Newport’s best local talent and popular artists from around the world. The concerts will be held against the backdrop of […]
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Local artist Patrick Murphy unveils ‘House of Waves’ on Broadway
Patrick Murphy, a celebrated artist and photographer from Newport, is set to launch his latest venture, “House of Waves,” this Saturday at 154 Broadway. The new space promises to be a dynamic hub for creativity and community, embracing a spirit of innovation and flexibility. The Genesis of House of Waves The idea for House of […]
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Newport Bermuda Race to set sail from Fort Adams on Friday
The 53rd Newport Bermuda Race will kick off tomorrow, Friday, June 21, with rolling starts from 2-4 p.m. off the shoreline of Fort Adams in Newport. For the first time in the Race’s 118-year history, participating boats will begin their journey to Bermuda from inside Narragansett Bay—giving spectators stunning views of the starting line. On land, the […]
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What’s Up Interview: Nels Cline of Wilco, playing Solid Sound Festival June 28-30
The weekend of June 28-30 welcomes the return of the Solid Sound Festival to the lively village of North Adams, in western Massachusetts. The festival takes place every other summer at Mass MOCA, the celebrated modern art museum in the Berkshires. The event is organized and curated by members of the seminal alt-rock band Wilco, […]
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U.S. Senior Open Merchandise Pavilion will open to the public for a one-day pre-championship sale on June 23
Special apparel designs and accessories that are exclusive to this year’s U.S. Senior Open Championship will be available to the public on Sunday, June 23. The pre-championship sale is open from 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m. EDT, at the U.S. Senior Open Merchandise Pavilion located at Newport (R.I.) Country Club. The 44th edition of the championship, conducted […]
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Here’s what’s on tap for the Adult Summer Library Experience at Tiverton Library in July
The Tiverton Public Library has announced a number of programs that adults can enjoy in July as part of our Adult Summer Library Experience. “The following is a list of library programs that adults can enjoy in July as part of our Adult Summer Library Experience,” Tiverton Library shares in a press release. “Why should […]
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The Lone Bellow to make a tour stop in Newport
Spectacle Live will present The Lone Bellow on Sunday, October 20 at 7 pm. Tickets are on sale Friday, June 21 at 10 am at JanePickens.com or by calling 1-800-657-8774. “By Request Only” Tour is The Lone Bellow’s love letter to their fans. Fans can submit their dream setlist to the show they will be attending. All […]
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newportFILM announces lineup for its 2024 Outdoors series
newportFILM today announced the return of newportFILM Outdoors presented by Lila Delman Compass with an exciting lineup of world-class and award-winning documentaries. Events will be held every Thursday this summer from June 27th through September 5th at Aquidneck Island’s iconic mansion lawns, sports fields and public parks, including The Elms, Fort Adams and Newport Polo Grounds. 2024 […]
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Salve Regina University to host ‘Bridging the Gap: Jazz Dance and Music Festival’ from July 30 – August 1
Salve Regina University will host “Bridging the Gap: Jazz Dance and Music Festival” on its campus from July 30 – August 1, 2024. Curated by jazz dance artists and scholars from across the U.S. and Canada, and in collaboration with acclaimed jazz musician Julius Rodriguez, this 3-day festival includes performances, workshops, and a public lecture. “Some of […]
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What’s Up in Newport this week: June 17 – 23
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island this week. This story will be updated throughout the week as we learn of events, meetings, and listings, so please check back often. Do you have something to add to this list or an upcoming roundup? Email ryan@whatsupnewp.com. WUN Stories Related […]