Here’s a look at what’s happening this week and weekend; enjoy! Cruise Ships Here’s what’s coming up on the cruise ship schedule; Thursday, August 24: American Star Friday, August 25: American Eagle Tuesday, August 29: American Constitution Thursday, August 31: American Star Thursday, August 31: Caribbean Princess Thursday, August 24 Things To Do 8:30 am to […]
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What’s Up Today: Tuesday, August 22
Good Morning! Today is Tuesday, August 22, 2023. 👉 Newport City Council will meet in Executive Session at 5 pm on Thursday to discuss “issues relating to the lease, acquisition or disposition of publicly held property involving the Boys and Girls Club property and the Brick Market building and issues relating to litigation involving the […]
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‘Six Picks’ Special Edition: Six things you still need to do this summer
Despite the cooler morning temperatures, it’s not quite pumpkin spice season for many Rhode Islanders. Although some locals consider Labor Day weekend to be the end of the summer, fall doesn’t officially arrive until late September, and many warm, summery days are still ahead. If you haven’t done these six things yet this summer, there’s […]
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Upcoming Adult Programs at Tiverton Public Library include Watercolor Group, Movie Night, and One-on-One Tech Help
The following is a list of library programs that adults can enjoy in September. Patrons are encouraged to visit https://tivertonlibrary.org or call 401-625-6796 to learn more and to register. All Month Long One-on-One Tech Help Tech help is available to everyone, regardless of your skill level. Come with specific questions or we can just chat about what […]
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What’s Up Today: Wednesday, August 23
Good Morning! Today is Wednesday, August 23, 2023.👉 On this day in 2000, Newport’s Richard Hatch won the first season of Survivor.⚾ Smithfield Little League’s epic journey at the Little League World Series ended last night with a 9-3 loss to California. It was really fun watching this team. Among the top 5 U.S. teams […]
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Rhode Island native Stephen DeAngelis returns to Theatre By The Sea with a new concert featuring Broadway performers on Aug. 28
In celebration of 90 years of Theatre By The Sea (TBTS), owner and producer Bill Hanney is thrilled to welcome back New York Casting Director Stephen DeAngelis who returns with an all-new concert event created especially for Theatre By The Sea’s audience. Four of Broadway’s finest vocalists will recreate some of their most memorable and favorite musical moments as they celebrate the […]
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Why We Love Baseball: Charter Books to host author Joe Posnanski and Alex Edelman at The JPT on Sept. 6
Join Chater Books at the Jane Pickens Theater as they present Joe Posnanski, author of Why We Love Baseball: A History in 50 Moments, and The Baseball 100. Joe is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of six books and has been named National Sportswriter of the Year by five different organizations. Joe will be interviewed by award-winning stand-up […]
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What’s Up Today: Tuesday, August 22
Good Morning! Today is Tuesday, August 22, 2023. 👉 Newport City Council will meet in Executive Session at 5 pm on Thursday to discuss “issues relating to the lease, acquisition or disposition of publicly held property involving the Boys and Girls Club property and the Brick Market building and issues relating to litigation involving the […]
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DEM Division of Fish and Wildlife announces fall family fun learning opportunities
Join the Department of Environmental Management’s Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) staff this fall for some fun education programs! Connect with the outdoors and learn some new skills; from women’s outdoor workshops to library lectures, there’s something for everyone. Join DFW’s Aquatic Resource Education Program, Hunter Education Program, and Wildlife Outreach and Volunteer Program staff to learn, explore, […]
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What’s Up Today: Sunday August 20
Good Morning! Today is Sunday, August 20. Here’s a look at what’s up out there today and a roundup of all of What’sUpNewp’s latest headlines. Enjoy your Sunday! What’s Up Today Weather Today: Sunny, with a high near 78. Southwest wind 6 to 13 mph. Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 68. Southwest wind […]
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CUSP Gallery Brings Art Crowd to Broadway
Newport’s art scene could be on the cusp of transformation, thanks to a new gallery at 35 Broadway and the vision of its owner, Curtis Speer, an artist who relocated to Newport in November. Along with his partner, Tyler Martin, Speer moved his CUSP Gallery & Lifestyle from the well-established artist colony of Provincetown, MA […]
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What’s Up Today: Saturday, August 19
Good Morning! Today is Saturday, August 19. The Rhode Island Department of State’s Voter Turnout Tracker data visualization tool is now available for the September 5, special primary. Early in-person voting started on Wednesday, August 16, and runs through 4 pm on September 5. So far 1,363 votes (383 mail ballots, 980 early voters) have been cast […]
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Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll: A car-free community event for all ages and abilities in Portsmouth
Bike Newport invites all to attend The Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll, a rare opportunity to bike, walk or run along scenic Park Ave and The Hummocks in Portsmouth without any cars on the road. Families, children, and individuals of all ages and abilities are urged to enjoy this 2-mile expanse of the coastal road transformed […]
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What’s Up Today: Friday, August 18
Good Morning! Today is Friday, August 18. 👏 Thousands turned out last night for newportFILM’s sold-out premiere of Water Brother: The Sid Abbruzzi Story at Fort Adams State Park. Congrats to Sid and all involved! Were you there? What did you think of the film? Comment below. Leave a comment ⛵ Forty-eight sailing teams will be at […]
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What’s Up this weekend: August 17 – 20
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this week and weekend, Thursday, August 17 through Sunday, August 20. Cruise Ships Here’s what’s coming up on the cruise ship schedule; Thursday, August 17: American Star Friday, August 18: American Eagle Saturday, August 19: American Constitution Thursday, August 17 Things To Do 8 […]
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Theater Review: ‘Jersey Boys’ a ‘must-see’ at Theatre By the Sea
If the Beatles were the music world’s British invasion, then the Four Seasons were the American Revolution. That’s paraphrasing from Jersey Boys, the musical now on stage at Theatre by the Sea. Jersey Boys is the origin story of the Four Seasons, who took pop music by storm in the 60s and early 70s. The […]
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What’s Up Today: Thursday, August 17
Good Morning! Today is Thursday, August 17. Newport City Council will host a workshop today at 5:30 pm to discuss the city’s Strategic Plan with the consultant they chose to craft it. newportFILM will host the premiere of Water Brother: The Sid Abbruzzi Story this evening at Fort Adams State Park. RSVPs were required for this event, and it […]
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LGBTQIA+ chorus is welcoming new singers in Newport
The Choral Collective of Newport County today announced that it is welcoming new singers to join its newest chorus, QUORUS, Newport’s first LGBTQIA+ chorus for teens and adults! “QUORUS (pronounced “KWOHR-uhs”, a “queer chorus”) amplifies and empowers the LGBTQIA+ voices of Newport County and provides a safe and inclusive environment that welcomes singers from all […]
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Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo promises to take you around the world
New England’s favorite fall event is back at Roger Williams Park Zoo. This year’s Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, presented by Citizens, takes you around the world. Thousands of artistically carved pumpkins will magically transport you to Europe, Africa, Asia, and even down Route 66. From the Pyramids of Giza to the Tower of Pisa, the Spectacular will satisfy everyone’s case of […]
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Children’s auditions for Trinity Rep’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL to be held September 9
PROVIDENCE, RI: Trinity Repertory Company announces children’s auditions for its 47th annual production of A Christmas Carol. New England youth ages 8-12 can audition on Saturday, September 9, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses at 999 Newport Ave South, Attleboro, MA. No registration is required. Auditions are open to children ages 8-12 who will be 12 years or younger through the entire run of the show. Children should […]
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Conexion Latina Newport to host Festival Latino in Newport on Sept. 23
With the growing number of Hispanics living, working, and raising families in Newport County, Conexion Latina Newport (CLN) will host its first-ever Festival Latino. “The Festival is one of our many efforts to create a sense of belonging and civic involvement for our community members, and celebrate the very hard-working Latino community that has grown […]
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What’s Up Today: Tuesday, August 15
Good Morning! Today is Tuesday, August 15. Today’s newsletter is 1,239 words, approximately a 6-minute read. 🐸 Gerry Goldstein’s latest column for What’sUpNewp is here → A pond where it’s easy being green 🗳️ The early voting period for the Primary for the Congressional District 1 Special Election begins on Wednesday, August 16, and runs through […]
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Singer-Songwriter John Gorka playing Norman Bird Sanctuary Thursday, August 31
Kick off Labor Day weekend as Newport Live and the Norman Bird Sanctuary present award winner John Gorka at The Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown on Thursday, August 31st at 7 PM. General Admission tickets are $35 and available through EventBrite and via Newport Live or Norman Bird Sanctuary websites. Celebrate summer with Newport Live […]
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Beloved 2000s Irish boy band Westlife set to embark on first-ever North American tour
By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Irish boy band Westlife are set to perform in North America for the first time in their 20-plus year history. Westlife has sold more than 55 million records, released 36 No. 1 albums, and earned over one billion streams on YouTube. And now, they’re headed to a […]
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What’s Up Today: Sunday, August 13
Good Morning! Today is Sunday, August 13. Today’s newsletter is 1,461 words, approximately a 7-minute read. 🌊 What’s Up Newp sat down with a trio of young artists at the Newport Jazz Festival last weekend. We met Matthew Whitaker, Julius Rodriguez, and members of Buther Brown at the festival. Here’s what they had to say. 🌊 […]