For the 14th year, Newport in Bloom will be providing residents and businesses with FREE Dutch Master daffodil bulbs for their fall planting. The bulbs come 2 dozen to a bag (One bag per HH). Each bag has a retail value of over $15. 30,000 bulbs will be given away in total, thanks to the generous support of […]
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Newport Classical presents its next Chamber Series Concert on Nov. 3
Continuing its commitment to ongoing year-round programming, Newport Classical today announced that it will present its next Chamber Series concert featuring the internationally acclaimed violinist William Hagen in an evening of virtuosic chamber music. Joined by renowned pianist Orion Weiss, Hagen takes the stage in downtown Newport at Newport Classical’s home venue, Newport Classical Recital Hall (42 Dearborn St.) on Friday, November 3, 2023, at 7:30 pm. In […]
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‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (October 13-15)
The local music scene is as busy as always this weekend – we’ll focus on local singer-songwriters performing around the state. Check out a few top picks below. Saturday: Ladies of Folk, a concert series highlighting local female artists, is an ongoing project of singer-songwriter Beth Barron. This weekend, the Stone Soup Coffeehouse opens their […]
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RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES coming to PPAC in 2024
RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES is an electrifying journey through the iconic eras of Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour in addition to songs from the early years all the way to Abbey Road. RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES stops by the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at 7 pm. […]
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What’s Up This Weekend: October 13 – 15
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend, Friday, October 13 through Sunday, October 15. CRUISE SHIPS On the cruise ship schedule this week; Friday, Oct.13 Seaborn Quest Saturday, Oct. 14 MSC Luxury Saturday, Oct. 14 Crystal Serenity Sunday, Oct.15 Emerald Princess FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13 Things To Do 10 am: Trinity […]
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The Alliance Française de Newport will present ‘An Evening of Cabaret’ on Oct. 25
The Alliance Française de Newport will present An Evening of Cabaret on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at the Elks Lodge located at 141 Pelham St., Newport, RI at 7:00 p.m. An Evening of Cabaret will feature Mathilde Mauguière, an internationally acclaimed French singer. She began her career in the Department of the Haute-Marne where, accompanying […]
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SHUCKED to launch tour across North America – performances begin in Providence in 2024
Lead producers Mike Bosner and Jason Owen have announced that Shucked, the Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious,” will embark on a North American tour in the fall of 2024. The tour will tech and begin performances at the Providence Performing Arts Center in Rhode Island and will play over 30 cities in its first season. “Shucked is a […]
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‘Six Picks’ Halloween Frights – Scary attractions around RI and nearby MA this season
As we continue to celebrate the fall season, this week, we highlight six of the scariest Halloween attractions around the region. Be warned, some of these events are not for the faint of heart. Note: Most of these attractions are not recommended for young children. Check the websites for details. Scary Acres features three frightening hayrides through haunted […]
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Newport String Project announces opening concerts of its Newport County Concert Series
The Newport String Project announces the opening concerts of its Newport County Concert Series on Saturday, October 28th, and Sunday, October 29th. The project’s resident ensemble, the Newport String Quartet, will perform works by Haydn, Mendelssohn, Dvorak and Matsui at St Paul’s Methodist Church in Newport (Saturday, October 28th) and St Matthew’s Episcopal Church (Sunday, October […]
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Potter League to host 34th Annual Heart & Sole Walk for Animals
The Potter League for Animals is thrilled to announce the 34th annual Heart and Sole Walk for Animals, taking place on Sunday, October 22nd, starting at 10:30 am at the scenic Fort Adams in Newport, RI. This event is not just a pet walk; it’s a celebration of our furry friends and a significant fundraiser […]
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Special live performance traveling to Jamestown from Slovenia
Direct from the premiere in Ljubljana, Slovenia in late September, a hybrid video and dance performance entitled The Moment Before will take place at the Jamestown Arts Center on Saturday, October 28 at 5 pm. The Moment Before is a collaborative piece of visual and live performance art from three Slovenian artists that incorporates the viewer’s experience into […]
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Trinity Church’s annual Pumpkin Patch returns Oct. 11 – 31
Trinity Church opened its 15th Annual Pumpkin Patch to the public on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. This year’s pumpkin patch will be open daily outdoors on the lawn of Trinity Church from 12 pm to 6 pm on weekdays and 10 am to 6 pm on weekends through Tuesday, October 31. The patch includes cider, hot […]
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Break Through Waves to host its Annual Paddle Out Ceremony at Easton’s Beach on Oct. 15
Break Through Waves, a group of volunteers who are passionate about bringing wellbeing to people through a variety of programs such as yoga and surf therapy, will host their 3rd Annual Paddle Out Ceremony at Easton’s Beach on October 15, 2023 at 3 pm. “We invite friends, family, program supporters, beach lovers, the local surf community, […]
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Museum of Newport Irish History to host a lecture on ‘The Irish Musicians of Newport’
The Museum of Newport Irish History announces the second talk of its 22nd Annual Lecture Series, featuring guest speaker Dr. Mark A. Stickney, founder of Historic Music of Newport. Dr. Stickney’s illustrated lecture, “The Irish Musicians of Newport,” will be presented at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, October 16. The talk will be hosted at the […]
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Public invited to tour White Rock Farm in Little Compton
By Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District Join the Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District (ERICD) for a family-friendly tour of White Rock Farm. During the tour attendees will hear about the history of the farm and the conservation practices they utilize to help the environment. White Rock Farm partners with ERICD and the Natural Resources Conservation […]
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Newport Classical will celebrate the holiday season with two programs in December
Newport Classical celebrates the season with two weekends of holiday programs in December – Messiah at the Mansion featuring The Choir School of Newport County and Ensemble Altera in two performances on Sunday, December 3 at 1 pm and 3:30pm at Rosecliff (548 Bellevue Ave.), and Classical Christmas on Saturday, December 16 at 3pm at Emmanuel Church (42 Dearborn St.), which brings together talented musicians from the community. Messiah at the Mansion on […]
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Citizens Pell Bridge Run returns on October 15
On Sunday, October 15, 2023, the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Foundation will host the Citizens Pell Bridge Run. 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 Bridge on foot and enjoy stunning views of Narragansett Bay. The event will begin at […]
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Movie Preview: Joan Baez biopic ‘I am a Noise’ coming to Jane Pickens October 13-18
A new film about legendary folk singer Joan Baez tells her remarkable story, an intimate portrayal of her “public, private and secret life.” Joan Baez, I am a Noise, directed by Karen O’Connor, Miri Navasky, and Maeve O’Boyle, is playing at the Jane Pickens Film and Events Center October 13-16. Advance tickets are available here. […]
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Best-selling author to lecture on the war between the Colonists and Native Americans at Portsmouth Historical Society
NY Times bestselling author Michael Tougias will give a presentation on the war between the Colonists and Native Americans in 1675-76 at the Portsmouth Historical Society on October 19th at 6:30 PM. Tougias is the author of the acclaimed Until I Have No Country (A novel of King Philip’s War), and co-author with Eric Schultz of King Philip’s […]
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Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra to host season opener concert on Oct. 28
The Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra, Rhode Island’s premier community orchestra, presents its Season Opener Concert, ’Resonance & Revolution’, on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at 7:30 pm in the auditorium of East Providence High School, 2000 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence, RI. The Season Opener Concert is being sponsored in honor of October being ‘Breast Cancer Awareness Month’. […]
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Haunted Hull-O-Ween Scavenger Hunt coming to The Sailing Museum
Get ready to shiver yer timbers at the Haunted Hull-O-Ween Scavenger Hunt hosted at The Sailing Museum in Newport. From 11 am-4 pm on October 21st and 28th, Schoonmaker Hall will be transformed into a Davy Jones’ Locker! Kids can enjoy a scavenger hunt, sweet treats, and storytelling. Costumes are encouraged. Visitors can also explore the […]
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‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (October 6-9)
The holiday weekend features all kinds of live music happening from fall festivals to dive bar jams. Check out a few top picks below in our weekly column “Six Picks Music.” Friday: Recently nominated for Emerging Artist of the Year at the Americana Awards, Adeem the Artist is a courageous indie folk/country singer-songwriter. They’ve been […]
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Salve Regina University students will make history with ‘Children of Eden’ performance on Broadway
For the first time in the history of Salve Regina University’s theatre program, students will be performing on Broadway in a concert production of “Children of Eden,” a musical by the famed Stephen Schwartz, at the Lincoln Center in February 2024. Salve’s theatre program had performed the musical in spring 2023, and while it is […]
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Newport Traffic Garden opening moved to October 10
Submitted by Bike Newport Note – This event has been moved from Saturday, September 30 to Saturday, October 7 to Tuesday, October 10. Latest Update THIRD TIME’S THE CHARM! NEWPORT TRAFFIC GARDEN OPENING CELEBRATION MOVED TO TUESDAY OCTOBER 10th (Newport, RI) NO MORE RAIN DELAYS mother nature will finally present Rhode Island’s FIRST Traffic Garden on TUESDAY […]
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Fall Lecture Series begins at Marble House on October 12
During the time Alva Vanderbilt Belmont was hosting massive “Votes for Women” rallies at Marble House, a charismatic 16-year-old woman from China played an unlikely role in the crusade for women’s suffrage. Hear the captivating story of Mabel Ping-Hua Lee, who inspired U.S. leaders of a movement that resulted in American women earning the right […]