Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this week, April 18 – 24, 2022. Celebrate Earth Month with Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District ‘Six Picks’ for School Vacation Week (April 18-22) Third annual Aquidneck Island Earth Week will take place April 16 – 26 Monday, April 18 Things To Do […]
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Six Picks Music: The best in local music this weekend (April 8-10)
Music is everywhere this weekend on S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y night! I just can’t wait! Forgive our Bay City Rollers reference and do check out the music in a variety of styles this weekend around RI! Saturday: 90’s Alt-rock singer-songwriter Jill Sobule is best known for her groundbreaking song “I Kissed a Girl,” along with her hit “Supermodel” […]
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Salve’s Extensions Dance Company will present ‘Spring Collection’ at Casino Theatre this weekend
Salve Regina University’s Extensions Dance Company, directed by associate professor Lindsay Guarino, will present Spring Collection at the Casino Theatre on April 9and 10. The dynamic program will feature choreography by visiting guest artists and student choreographers. Melanie George, founder of Jazz Is…Dance Project, and Associate Curator and Director of Artist Initiatives at Jacob’s Pillow, staged two pieces […]
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Six Picks Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (April 8-10)
Rhode Island is famous for its extraordinary arts and culture scene. Live theater is a big part of that scene, with over a dozen venues producing plays. This weekend, we’re highlighting some of the best around the state. Have a great weekend! All weekend: The Broadway hit DEAR EVAN HANSEN is playing at PPAC in […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this weekend: April 8 – 10
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in Newport County this weekend. Friday, April 8 The RI Home Show returns to the Convention Center this weekend Six Picks Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (April 8-10) Six Picks Music: The best in local music this weekend (April 8-10) Things To Do Ongoing: Newport Restaurant […]
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Newport Rugby will host Rhode Island Rugby Festival on Saturday
Newport Rugby will host the 2022 Rhode Island Rugby Festival on the Parade Field inside the historic walls of Fort Adams on Saturday, April 9. A full day of rugby, which features players from youth, college, and men’s club levels, will kick off at 11 am with youth rugby matches, hosted by Island Rugby, the […]
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The RI Home Show returns to the Convention Center this weekend
On Thursday, April 7, the RI Home Show returns to the Convention Center for the first time since 2019. Presented by the Rhode Island Builders Association (RIBA), the RI Home Show runs through Sunday, April 10, and features a broad, exciting lineup of exhibits and interactive displays awaiting attendees. Tickets are $10 per adult and $8 for seniors, with those […]
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Newport Restaurant Week returns, here’s a list of the 50+ restaurants participating
Newport Restaurant Week returns today (April 1) through April 10 for its Spring edition. For 10 days, restaurants across Newport and Bristol Counties will be offering an assortment of crave-worthy discounts and deals for you to choose from. Think BOGO deals, prix-fixe offerings, gift cards promotions, and more. Click here to view all Newport Restaurant Week deals and here for more info on […]
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What’s Up Interview: Theresa Caputo, coming to The Vets April 10
“What I do is absolutely crazy,” says Theresa Caputo. “It’s insane. I sense, feel, say things to people that freak me out.” We chatted on the phone recently, in advance of the Long Island Medium’s show on April 10 at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence. Caputo is arguably America’s best-known medium. “I can connect […]
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Tiverton Land Trust to host Pardon Gray Egg Hunt on April 9
by Tiverton Land Trust The Tiverton Land Trust is excited to announce the return of the Pardon Gray Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 9th. The rain date is April 16 – check social media for any potential changes. This is a great family opportunity to celebrate the arrival of spring and enjoy the quiet beauty […]
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Six Picks: St. Patrick’s Day 2022 – Best parades around Rhode Island
Like parades? Feelin’ a little Irish, are ya? Well, we’ve got a month’s worth of festivities all in one place – check out “Six Picks St. Patrick’s Day Parades” from all around Rhode Island. The first is happening Saturday, March 5 in Pawtucket with events running through the month of March. The granddaddy of them […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this weekend: March 4 – 6
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at […]
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Six Picks Music: The best in local music this weekend February 25-27
It’s a Woonsocket to Westerly weekend on the music scene as some of our favorite local artists play at your favorite spots around town. Check out “Six Picks Music” for the best in local tuneage this weekend. Friday: When the snow ends, head to Nickanees for RI Rockabilly greats The Teledynes who will certainly rock […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this weekend: Feb. 25 – 27
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at […]
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‘Six Picks Events’ this Weekend: Comedy, Trinity, GS Cookies and Beer
With a few more weeks of winter left, we’re highlighting some indoor activities scheduled for the upcoming weekend. Check out “Six Picks Events” around Rhode Island for this weekend, February 25-27. All Weekend: Don’t miss August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean opening Thursday, February 24 at Trinity Repertory in Providence. The play is part of […]
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Concert Preview: Allysen Callery and Avi Jacob headed to Stone Soup Coffeehouse Saturday, February 26
A pair of the region’s top singer-songwriters are coming to the renowned Stone Soup Coffeehouse in Providence Saturday, February 26. Allysen Callery and Avi Jacob are dual headlining a 7PM show at the Music Mansion, the current home of Stone Soup, at 88 Meeting Street on the East Side of Providence. It’s the first show […]
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Six Picks School Vacation Edition: Go karting, fly a kite, and outdoor skating
Here’s my roundup of some fun family activities to do over the upcoming February vacation. Keep the kids busy… and parents from going crazy … with these ideas for winter break. Add your favorites in the comments below! Go Karting. Take the kids go-karting at RI Indoor Karting in Lincoln which features a 1/3 mile […]
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What’s Up this weekend in Newport County: June 4 – 6
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do this first weekend of June in and around Newport County. This story will be updated throughout the week as new events and meetings are announced. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Friday, June […]
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Six Picks: The best in local music this weekend – Mark Cutler, Willie Law and the Dick Clarks
This weekend, it’s all about local favorites on the live music scene. Check out some shows around town featuring some of the region’s top performers. Friday: Mark Cutler and the Men of Great Courage return to the Narrows Center for their first live show since the pandemic. Check out RI Music Hall of Famer Cutler […]
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Newport Gulls forced to cancel Friday’s opening night game due to rain
Update: June 4 – Tonight’s game has been cancelled due to rain. The COVID-19 vaccination clinic from the Lifespan Community Health Institute and @RIHEALTH is still on! Happening at the Newport Marriott across from Cardines Field from 2 to 5pm! Anyone who gets vaccinated will receive a free ticket good for any future game. No […]
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More than 90 boats expected to participate in Newport Memorial Boat Parade on Sunday
After a year of the pandemic prohibiting in-person memorial services, the Newport boating community will gather on the water to parade around Newport Harbor as a tribute to those lost in 2020 and 2021. The Newport Memorial Boat Parade will circumnavigate Newport Harbor on Sunday, June 6, starting at 5:30 p.m. The parade will pay […]
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RI Poet Laureate Tina Cane to read works in Newport June 4th at Rough Point event
Newport, RI, May 26, 2021— Newport Restoration Foundation’s Rough Point Museum will have the pleasure of welcoming Rhode Island’s Poet Laureate Tina Cane to the museum’s Formal Garden for a reading from her recently published works on Friday, June 4, 2021 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm. The program is open to the public and will […]
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Aquidneck Community Table’s summer farmers markets are back
Aquidneck Community Table’s summer farmers markets are back, filled with exciting new vendors in addition to the familiar favorites. The market opened outdoors at Pell Elementary School in Newport on Saturday, May 8. Its current hours are 9 am to 12:00 pm every Saturday, and will extend to 9 am to 1 pm on May […]
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Ground-breaking celebration to be held for Tiverton’s R.F. Jones Memorial Dog Park on Saturday
The Town of Tiverton and the Raymond F Jones Memorial Dog Park are inviting the public to join them for the ceremonial ground-breaking of the Raymond F. Jones Memorial Dog Park on Saturday, May 15 at 10 am. Update – Organizers say this event will now begin at 12 pm. A labor of love by […]
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Green Animals Plant Sale returns May 10 – 16
Annual and perennial flowers, garden-ready vegetable plants and specialty plants will be available for sale at the Green Animals Topiary Garden Plant & Seedling Sale. Previously this annual sale has been a one-day event, but this year it will be offered over seven days, Monday, May 10, through Sunday, May 16, for two hours each day: 8 […]