Whether you are celebrating sand sculptures, the grape harvest, German beer or pumpkin spice, fall festivals have officially arrived in southern New England. Here are my “Six Picks” of some […]
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Concert Recap and Photos: John Gorka charms at Norman Bird Sanctuary
John Gorka is a wonderfully gifted American singer-songwriter who appeared at a Newport Live production as the season closer at the Norman Bird Sanctuary. In 1991, Rolling Stone magazine called him “the preeminent male […]
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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 […]
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Ticket Giveaway: Sarah Borges Band to play Norman Bird Sanctuary Friday, August 4
Boston-based Americana rocker Sarah Borges headlines the next Newport Live summer series concert at the Norman Bird Sanctuary this Friday August 4. Thanks to Newport Live, we’ve got a pair […]
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Newport Live and Norman Bird Sanctuary present The Suitcase Junket July 21 in Middletown
One of last Summer’s favorites is back! Newport Live and Norman Bird Sanctuary will present the award-winning singer/songwriter The Suitcase Junket at The Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown on Friday, […]
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Concert Recap and Photos: McCoy Mrubata Quartet at Norman Bird Sanctuary
McCoy Mrubata is considered a legend in South Africa and has won every accolade and award there is for his musical accomplishments. Highly regarded in the international jazz community, Mrubata […]
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‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (June 16-18)
This is one of those weekends where there are just too many shows and not enough time! Indeed, there’s something for everyone in our weekly column “Six Picks Music” – […]
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Ticket Giveaway: Newport Live and Norman Bird Sanctuary to present McCoy Mrubata Quartet Friday, June 16
Newport Live and Norman Bird Sanctuary present South African jazz legend McCoy Mrubata, in a performance with his Quartet, on their last date in the US before returning to South Africa. The show will […]
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‘Six Picks’ Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (Feb. 17-20)
President’s Day Weekend is upon us and the continued warmer-than-normal weather means it’s time to get out and enjoy! Here are a few of the best events happening around the […]
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‘Six Picks’ Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (Feb. 3-5)
According to forecasters, it’s gonna be a chilly weekend, but don’t fret, “the sun will come out tomorrow,” especially at the Providence Performing Arts Center where the classic musical Annie […]
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‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (September 16-18)
From rock and roll to bluegrass, there’s a lot of great music locally on this last official weekend of summer. We’re previewing a few good ones here – get out […]
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Concert Recap and Photos: Lisa Morales brings warm vibes to the Norman Bird Sanctuary
A near sell-out crowd greeted Texas-based singer Lisa Morales at the Norman Bird Sanctuary Friday evening August 5 in a concert co-produced by Newport Live. Morales charmed those assembled with […]
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Singer-Songwriter Mark Erelli playing Norman Bird Sanctuary Friday, July 8
Newport Live (formerly Common Fence Music) and the Norman Bird Sanctuary will present award-winning singer-songwriter Mark Erelli, with special guest Rachel Sumner at the Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown on […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary wins statewide prize for food and education program
The Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown is one of just three organizations statewide to be honored with Best Practice Awards by the Rhode Island Foundation. The awards spotlight programs that […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary will host Spring Appeal Launch Day on Saturday
This Saturday, April 23, the Norman Bird Sanctuary will host an in-person launch day in celebration of their 2022 Spring Appeal. A seasonal giving campaign that runs through June 30, the Spring […]
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Six Picks Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (April 22-24)
Friday: Newport Classical has a special program with 29-year-old Italian-born pianist Rodolfo Leone Friday at 7:30PM at Emmanuel Church in Newport. Leone was first-prize winner of the 2017 International Beethoven […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary to host Earth Week Extravaganza featuring Grammy Award-winner Bill Harley
The Norman Bird Sanctuary will host a week of innovative, nature-themed programs from April 16 to April 23, 2022. Culminating in the first-ever Earth Week Extravaganza, this week promises fun for the whole […]
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Southeast Health Aquidneck 10K returns in March, will benefit the Norman Bird Sanctuary
Calling all New-Years resolutionists, and local runners and walkers: the popular Southcoast Health Aquidneck 10K road race will return on March 20th, 2022! A portion of each registration fee for this […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary celebrates record-breaking year, kicks off ‘Day of Giving’
The 72nd Annual Meeting of the Norman Bird Sanctuary was held on Thursday, November 18, 2021. Members, supporters, and friends gathered to reflect on the accomplishments of the 2021 fiscal year, which included […]
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What’s Up Interview: Singer Alisa Amador coming to Norman Bird Sanctuary Friday, August 20th
Some of the finest concerts this summer have been held outdoors at the Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown. The concert series, organized by Common Fence Music, has already been the […]
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Concert recap and photos: Sean Rowe impresses at Norman Bird Sanctuary (June 18, 2021)
Indie singer-songwriter Sean Rowe brought good weather and good vibes to a sold-out crowd at the Norman Bird Sanctuary on Friday, June 18th in the first outdoor concert at the […]
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Ticket Giveaway: Sean Rowe at the Norman Bird Sanctuary June 18th
Critically acclaimed indie-folk artist Sean Rowe is coming to the Norman Bird Sanctuary Friday, June 18th, at 7 PM and WhatsUpNewp has a pair of free tickets to the show, […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary announces its schedule of summer events, programs
The Norman Bird Sanctuary has announced its upcoming summer season of events and programs. In addition to its weekly nature and bird walks, Summer Camp, and yoga classes, the Norman […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary and Common Fence Music partner for Summer Concert Series
Portsmouth, RI, May 27, 2021 – The Norman Bird Sanctuary and Common Fence Music will present an outdoor summer concert series featuring nationally-renowned musicians performing in one of the Newport area’s […]
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Dates set for 42nd Annual Norman Bird Sanctuary Harvest Fair
Norman Bird Sanctuary will host the 42nd Annual Harvest Fair on Saturday, October 1st and Sunday, October 2nd. The event will be held at Norman Bird Sanctuary, located at 583 […]