Good Morning! Today is Monday, January 8, 2024. 🏡 Embarking on the new year has brought a baker’s dozen of real estate transactions in Newport County. WUN’s Tyler Bernadyn with the roundup – What Sold? A look at 13 Recent Real Estate Transactions in Newport County. ☕ As the dead of winter sets in, we all […]
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Six Picks: Best Hot Chocolate in Newport and beyond
As the dead of winter sets in, we all know the best way to cheer up these dreary days is a mug full of hot chocolate at a local café or restaurant. Here area few of our favorite spots for cocoa and other sweetened winter beverages in Newport and beyond. First, don’t forget to mark […]
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Curtis Speer to speak about Arts Collective at Arts Around the Fire
At their upcoming Arts Around the Fire, Curtis Speer will speak about the nonprofit collective he’s helping to build in Newport County, the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Newport County announced Friday. Speer, photographer and owner of CUSP Gallery, will share his work with the community at Arts Around the Fire, a free event at […]
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RI State House Visitor’s Center and Gift Shop to host book signing with author of ‘Secret Rhode Island: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure’
The RI State House Visitor’s Center and Gift Shop, a division of the Rhode Island Department of State, will host local author Bob Curley for a signing of his new book, Secret Rhode Island: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure, on January 9, 2024. A connoisseur of odd and interesting facts, Rhode Island resident Robert Curley is […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Friday, January 5
Good Morning! Today is Friday, January 5, 2024. ⚠️ A winter storm watch has been issued for parts of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, the National Weather Service said Friday morning. The watch goes into effect at noon on Saturday, runs through late Sunday night, and may bring 6 to 12 inches of snow, with […]
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Newport to honor King’s legacy with torch run, luncheon
A day of celebration is planned in Newport County in honor of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Newport County Branch has scheduled a series of events on Monday, January 15. The schedule starts with a torch run ceremony at 9 am and an […]
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Newport Pickleball to open in former Island Cinemas 10 location this summer
Pickleball enthusiasts in Rhode Island will have something exciting to look forward to this summer with the planned opening of Newport Pickleball at the Island Cinemas 10 location on West Main Road in Middletown. Island Cinemas announced earlier this week that it will permanently close on January 21, marking the end of more than thirty years of business in Middletown. […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Thursday, January 4
This story was originally published as a What’sUpNewp newsletter. Join the 17,000+ who wake up to our newsletter in their inbox every weekday morning by signing up below. Good Morning! Today is Thursday, January 4, 2024. 💰 When Gov. Dan McKee presents his state budget proposal to the General Assembly in about three weeks, he […]
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What’s Up Interview: Todd Park Mohr of Big Head Todd and the Monsters
Blues-rock veterans Big Head Todd and the Monsters, known for their passionate fanbase, return to Rhode Island next month for a nearly sold-out show at the Greenwich Odeum on February 7. The Colorado quartet, who began as a trio in high school, includes Todd Park Mohr on vocals, guitar, keys, sax, and harmonica, Brian Nevin […]
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Tiverton Library debuts Art House Movie Nights
The Tiverton Public Library and Arts Council have announced a new series of Art House Movie Nights featuring a selection of contemporary films and documentaries. This free, open event will take place on the third Tuesday of every month, starting January 16, at 6 pm, at the library located at 34 Roosevelt Avenue in Tiverton. […]
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‘Six Picks’ New Year’s Eve: Music around RI to ring in the New Year
Not interested in spending a car payment on a night out this New Year’s Eve? Then check out some affordable options for celebrating NYE with some of the best bar bands around. Here’s a sampling of some great music happening in bars and music venues on Sunday night. Have fun, designate a driver, and welcome […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Thursday, December 28
This story was originally published as a What’sUpNewp newsletter. Join the 17,000+ who wake up to our newsletter in their inbox every weekday morning by signing up below. Good Morning! Today is Thursday, December 28, 2023. 👉 With the start of Rhode Island’s legislative session just a few days away, we reached out, as we […]
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Family fun awaits at the Providence Children’s Museum on “Noon Year’s Eve”
Looking for something special to do with the kids on New Year’s Eve day? Look no further than “Noon Year’s Eve,” an annual celebration at the Providence Children’s Museum happening on Sunday, December 31. We learned more about the exciting program in a recent chat with Victoria Picinich, the Museum’s Director of Development and External […]
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What’s Up in Newport on New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do on this New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in and around Newport, Rhode Island. Sunday, December 31 Things To Do Christmas in Newport throughout Newport Holidays at the Newport Mansions 9 am to 12 pm: Bellevue Ball Drop at Hotel Viking at Hotel Viking 10 am to […]
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Meet the cast of Moulin Rouge! – Playing PPAC through December 31
Looking for some vacation week fun or a last-minute Christmas gift? Look no further than the Tony Award-winning musical Moulin Rouge!, playing at the Providence Performing Arts Center through December 31. Tickets are still available here for most performances of the stage show, based on Baz Luhrmann’s iconic 2001 film which starred Nicole Kidman and […]
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What’s Up this weekend in Newport: Dec. 22 – 24
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend. Friday, December 22 THINGS TO DO Christmas in Newport throughout Newport Holidays at the Newport Mansions 3 pm: Aloha Couples Retreat Tasting at Recharge Newport 4:30 pm: Sparkling Lights at The Breakers: An Outdoor Magical Wonderland 8 pm: Improv with the Bit Players at The […]
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Tiverton Library’s January Calendar: Creativity, Tech, & Lifelong Learning
The Tiverton Public Library has announced a comprehensive calendar of programs for adults in January, offering opportunities for creativity, technical skill, and lifelong learning. All month long, the library is offering one-on-one tech help to help residents with questions or complex problems. Appointments are available by calling 401-625-6796 ext. 8 or through the online scheduling […]
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What’sUpNewp, JPT to host their annual National Lampoon Christmas Vacation Party on Dec. 20 & 21
What’sUpNewp and The JPT are teaming up once again to host our annual National Lampoon Christmas Vacation Party! Our awesome Christmas tradition has become so popular we’re doing back-to-back nights of the Grizwolds this year – on Wednesday, December 20 and Thursday, December 21! Your ticket includes an awesome pre-film concert by David Tessier’s All Star Stars (both nights) that […]
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Newport Classical will present Pianist Eric Lu on Jan. 26
Newport Classical today announced that it will present its next Chamber Series concert featuring pianist Eric Lu. Hailed by the Guardian as “a veritable poet of the keyboard,” Eric Lu makes his Newport Classical debut at Newport Classical’s home venue, Newport Classical Recital Hall, on Friday, January 26, 2024, at 7:30 pm, in a program of music by J.S. […]
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Newsletter – What’s Up in Newport: Tuesday, December 19
Good Morning! Today is Tuesday, December 19, 2023. 👉 The Newport Zoning Board of Review denied a petition from Harbour Realty to build a proposed hotel plan on Waites Wharf in a 3+ hour meeting last night. Two members voted to approve; three members voted to deny. Watch the meeting here. ⛴️ On Monday, the Rhode […]
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Newsletter – What’s Up in Newport: Monday, December 18
Good Morning! Today is Monday, December 18, 2023. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has restricted access to the Newport Pell and Jamestown-Verrazzano Bridges for certain vehicles due to high-speed winds. House trailers/RVs, empty enclosed trailers, or any vehicle that, in the opinion of law-enforcement personnel, may not safely cross the bridge will be prohibited. Motorists […]
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Brett Goldstein adds second show at PPAC
Brett Goldstein has added a second show of his stand-up performance, “The Second Best Night of Your Life,” at the Providence Performing Arts Center. The 7 p.m. performance on Friday, March 29, 2024, was added due to overwhelming demand, according to PPAC. Goldstein is best known for his role as Roy Kent on the Apple […]
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Stock the Box Fly Tying Expo coming to Newport
The Saltwater Edge, New England’s premier saltwater fishing retailer, announced today the Stock the Box Fly Tying Expo, a two-day event designed to unite local anglers and experts in the art of fly tying. The event will occur January 20-21, 2024, at the Newport Hotel & Marina in Newport, RI. This first-of-its-kind expo will allow […]
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Ain’t Too Proud: The Temptations musical returns to Providence
The smash hit musical Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations is returning to Providence’s Performing Arts Center January 23-28, 2024. Following a record-breaking run on Broadway, the show continues to tour the country, bringing the story of the legendary quintet to a new generation of fans. Packed with all the […]
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Brett Goldstein of ‘Ted Lasso’ to perform in Providence
Brett Goldstein, star of the hit Apple TV+ comedy series “Ted Lasso,” will bring his stand-up tour to Providence. Goldstein will perform at the Providence Performing Arts Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 8 p.m. Goldstein is not only an actor on the show, but a writer and co-executive producer as well. He has […]