Newport: See This Week's Upcoming Events In The Area

Newport RI

12 July, 2021

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NEWPORT, RI — Hoping for a family outing? See what's new on your Newport Patch community calendar. See what's happening and what might interest you before you make plans. Looking to host an event? Whether you're planning a career fair, a cooking class, or an auction, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are a few events happening this week in the Newport area: FREE Grab & Go Lunch (TWICE WEEKLY) When: Tuesday, July 13th at 12:30 a.m. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center What: Stop by the MLK Community Center in Newport every Tuesday & Thursday from 11:30 am to 1 pm for a delicious, free grab & go lunch! This program is so generously sponsored by our friends at Blount Fine Foods. Menu selection varies from day-to-day, but there is something ... Learn More FREE Community Yoga Class (WEEKLY) When: Tuesday, July 13th at 8:00 a.m. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King and Jr. Community Center What: Stop by the MLK Community Center for free community yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Lynette Dow. This class will be held on Tuesday mornings at 8 am, and starting in May, and on Friday mornings at 8 am as well! This class is suitable for all ages and skill levels; b... Learn More FREE Produce to the People @ Newport Heights (WEEKLY) When: Tuesday, July 13th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Florence Gray Center What: Produce to the People (formerly "Veggie Days"), the MLK Community Center's free produce distribution program, is hitting the road for the summer!  Every Tuesday from 10 am – 1 pm (or while supplies last), Produce to the People will be set up in the Newport Heights area, and on W E... Learn More Drop in and Paint Pottery or Register for Summer Art Camp When: Wednesday, July 14th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Art by You at Weirdgirl Creations Pottery Studio What: Drop in pottery painting offered 7 days a week from 2-5PM no appointment necessary! We're booking Birthday Parties and registering for Summer Art Camp! All pottery is available TO GO on our website with curbside pick up if you like!  Booking appointments for baby hand and foot... Learn More FREE Toning in '21 (WEEKLY) When: Wednesday, July 14th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center What: Toning in '21 with Debra meets every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. at the MLK Community Center! This class is free of cost to anyone in the Newport County community. This full-body workout aims to improve balance, bone health, flexibility, and strength of participants in a safe, welc... Learn More FREE SafeSitter: Babysitting Safety Course When: Wednesday, July 14th at 8:45 a.m. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center What: Parents: Has your child been begging you to let them babysit in their spare time? Have you been hesitant to give them the go-ahead? If this sounds like an argument you've had around your kitchen table, the MLK Community Center is proud to offer just the thing for your family. ... Learn More PPP: People who Pivoted During the Pandemic When: Wednesday, July 14th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Innovate Newport What: Innovation typically emerges out of a need or an opportunity. Creative people can often see opportunity in the midst of chaos. We will hear from a panel of experts who support entrepreneurs. They will share how they pivoted in an effort to support their customers. We will also... Learn More LEAD Peer Group for LGBTQQ+ Youth (WEEKLY) When: Wednesday, July 14th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center What: Beginning July 7th and taking place every Wednesday at 3 pm thereafter, LGBTQQ+ youth are invited to join the MLK Community Center's new L.E.A.D. (Love, Equity, Acceptance, Dreams) peer group. No RSVPs are necessary - feel free to join us at any time! The goal of the L.E.A.D.... Learn More Live from the [Loading] Dock: Robertico Arias Percussion Ensemble When: Wednesday, July 14th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center What: New this summer: The MLK Community Center is bringing live, upbeat entertainment for all ages to the community free of charge - live from our loading dock - on the second Wednesday in July and August. "Live from the [Loading] Dock's" second performance, on Wednesday, July 14th... Learn More FREE Grab & Go Lunch (TWICE WEEKLY) When: Thursday, July 15th at 12:30 a.m. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center What: Stop by the MLK Community Center in Newport every Tuesday & Thursday from 11:30 am to 1 pm for a delicious, free grab & go lunch! This program is so generously sponsored by our friends at Blount Fine Foods. Menu selection varies from day-to-day, but there is something ... Learn More FREE Produce to the People @ the MLK When: Thursday, July 15th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center What: Produce to the People (formerly "Veggie Days"), the MLK Community Center's free produce distribution program, is now year-round and hitting the road this summer!  Stop by the MLK Community Center in Newport every Thursday from 10 am - 1 pm by with your reusable bags to receive... Learn More HIV/Hep C Testing: Free, Safe, Confidential (TWICE MONTHLY) When: Thursday, July 15th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center What: APRI presents free, safe, and confidential HIV / Hep C testing at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center in Newport, RI. Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.12 pm to 2 pm To make an appointment:Call APRI at (401) 831-5522 or email [email protected] Dr. Marti... Learn More FREE Community Yoga Class (WEEKLY) When: Friday, July 16th at 8:00 a.m. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center What: Stop by the MLK Community Center for free community yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Lynette Dow. This class will be held on Tuesday mornings at 8 am, and starting in May, on Friday mornings at 8 am as well! This class is suitable for all ages and skill levels; b... Learn More Creative Survival Walking Tour When: Friday, July 16th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Museum of Newport History What: Discover the early history of Newport's people of color, enslaved and free. Explore the places where enslaved people lived and labored, along with locations where free African Americans built their enterprises and supported a new local industry. Tickets cost $15 per person, $1... Learn More Featured Event: Holy Ghost Church Giant Yard Sale - Kitchen Open! When: Saturday, July 17th at 8:00 a.m. Where: 316 Judson Street What: Giant Yard sale on Saturday  8 am until 4 pm.  Books, CDs, housewares, linens, furniture, antiques, dishes, toys, framed art, decorations .... many treasures ... something for everyone!  Kitchen open all day: hot dogs, hamburgers, sandwiches and soft drinks. Learn More Virtual Paddle for Access 2021 When: Saturday, July 17th at 9:00 a.m. What: In celebration of our ongoing work to protect and preserve shoreline access, we are hosting the 2nd Annual Virtual Paddle for Access. This event will run from July 2nd to August 21st. Participate in our 50 day challenge to visit our local rights-of-way! There are multiple chal... Learn More 18th Century French Fashions: A Living History Event When: Saturday, July 17th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Old Colony House What: The French have long been known for their fashionable clothing, and the 18th century is no exception. Join living historians as they demonstrate 18th century fashions that are traditionally French such as the "Belle Poule", a lady's hairstyle topped by a reproduction tall ship... Learn More French in Newport Walking Tour When: Saturday, July 17th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Museum of Newport History What: Explore the heart of 18th century Newport and discuss the year-long period when roughly 12,000 French soldiers and sailors lived alongside Newport citizens during the American Revolution. Learn how the French contribution to the Revolutionary War was vital to the success of Am... Learn More Colony House Open to Public When: Saturday, July 17th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Old Colony House What: The Colony House will be open from 10:00-3:00, donations appreciated. Learn More Rocket Launch! When: Sunday, July 18th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 55 Peckham Farm Rd What: Come join us for a "BLAST" of fun and excitement at the Rhode Island Model Rocketry Association (RIMRA) club launch at Peckham Farm at the University of Rhode Island, in Kingston! Spectator are welcome to watch for free! We will try to launch on the second Saturday of each mo... Learn More Coggeshall Burial site Open House When: Sunday, July 18th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Coggeshall Avenue What: The Newport Cemetery Commission invites you for free, open house at the Coggeshall Burial Ground. This site exemplifies a wealthy, family burial site that started in the 17th century. Gravestones include the oldest marked death date in the state and prominent individuals incl... Learn More Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour When: Sunday, July 18th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Museum of Newport History What: Hear stories of entrepreneurship, African American heritage and religious diversity during Newport's colonial period. Tickets cost $15 per person, $10 for NHS members and active duty/retired military and $5 for children ages 5-12. Tour departs outside of the Museum of Newport ... Learn More See more local events, or add your own, on the Newport Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.