This Weekend's Newport Area Events

Newport RI

29 July, 2021

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NEWPORT, RI — Wondering what there is to do in the Newport area? Patch has you covered with several events and happenings taking place this week throughout Newport. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this weekend. Wondering how you can get your event in the next roundup? You can add it to the calendar using this form. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in and near Newport: People of the Past Walking Tour When: Friday, July 30th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Museum of Newport History What: Learn about the people who lived in early Newport and helped shape the city's rich history. This 45-minute tour is presented by a guide wearing authentic historical clothing; it will be offered at 11am and 2pm. Tickets cost $15 per person, $10 for NHS members and active duty/r... Learn More Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center Welcomes You When: Friday, July 30th at 12:00 p.m. Where: 648 Thames St What: The Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center is open for the 2021 Season. Seasonal hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m., through Sunday, and October 31. Updates to the schedule in the weeks ahead may be found at http://newportirishhistory.... Learn More Ben Tuff Swim 2021 When: Saturday, July 31st at 5:00 a.m. Where: Block Island to Jamestown, RI What: A COA supporter and Board Member, Ben Tuff is a tireless advocate for our ocean. This summer, and he's channeling that into an open water swim from Block Island to Jamestown to raise awareness and funds for our work. Ben's vision of how to help COA and his laser focus on training ... Learn More Virtual Paddle for Access 2021 When: Saturday, July 31st at 7:00 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 Historical Illuminations: A Living History Event When: Saturday, July 31st at 10:00 a.m. Where: Old Colony House What: Keeping the light on wasn't as easy as flipping a switch for residents in colonial Newport. This History Space program discusses the types of candles available in the 18th century and where in Newport they were made. Living historians will also shed light on the special occasi... Learn More Common Burying Ground Walking Tour When: Saturday, July 31st at 11:00 a.m. Where: Museum of Newport History What: Explore the stone carvers, their art and the diverse people buried there who helped shape Newport's history. 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 History a... Learn More Colony House Open to Public When: Saturday, July 31st 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 Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center Welcomes You When: Saturday, July 31st at 12:00 p.m. Where: 648 Thames St What: The Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center is open for the 2021 Season. Seasonal hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m., through Sunday, October 31. Updates to the schedule in the weeks ahead may be found at http://newportirishhistory.... Learn More Kingston Chamber Music Festival Concert #3 "All Time Favorites" When: Saturday, July 31st at 7:30 p.m. Where: 105 Upper College Rd, Kingston, RI 02881 What: CONTACT: Pam Allen Hunter, [email protected] KINGSTON CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL CELEBRATES 33rd SEASON Artistic Director Natalie Zhu plans a hybrid festival, with in-person and online concerts KINGSTON, RI -- The Kingston Chamber Music Festival will celebrate it... Learn More Braman Cemetery tour When: Sunday, August 1st at 10:00 a.m. Where: Braman Cemetery What: The Newport Cemetery Commission invites you for free, guided of the Braman cemetery. The tour highlights some of the people and communities that enhanced 20th century Newport. Their stories are reflective of the American experience during a remarkable century. Reservations... Learn More Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour When: Sunday, August 1st 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 Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour When: Sunday, August 1st 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 Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center Welcomes You When: Sunday, August 1st at 12:00 p.m. Where: 648 Thames St, Newport, RI, 02840 What: The Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center is open for the 2021 Season. Seasonal hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m., through Sunday, October 31. Updates to the schedule in the weeks ahead may be found at http://newportirishhistory.... Learn More Polo With A Purpose: All Charity Day When: Sunday, August 1st at 1:00 p.m. Where: Newport Polo What: Join West Place Animal Sanctuary for polo with a purpose! The Newport International Polo Series is hosting its 5th annual All Charity Day to benefit local 501(c)(3) organizations. West Place Animal Sanctuary invites friends and supporters to enjoy a fun afternoon of championsh... Learn More Rogues & Scoundrels Walking Tour When: Monday, August 2nd at 11:00 a.m. Where: Museum of Newport History What: See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were punished. Find out why this colony was known as "Rogue's Island." 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... Learn More Featured Event: Tiverton Farmers Market ~ Summer Season When: Tuesday, August 3rd at 2:00 p.m. Where: Sandywoods Center for the Arts What: Vendor Line-up: Tuesday, August 3rd, 2021 Beth Bakes - Gluten Free and Vegan Crackers & Cookies Brianna's Succulents & Arrangements Buns Bakery - Babkas, Challahs, Rugelachs, Tarts & Burekas, pretzels Coastal Greens - Microgreens, Salads & Cat Grasses Edible Ho... Learn More Featured Event: Tiverton Farmers Market ~ Summer Season (Meredith Brower) FREE Produce to the People @ Newport Heights (WEEKLY) When: Tuesday, August 3rd 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, on W E... Learn More FREE Lunch & Learn: Lunchtime Lecture Series (TWICE MONTHLY) When: Wednesday, August 4th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center What: Lunch & Learn is the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center's twice-monthly lunchtime lecture series for older adults. At this FREE event, registered seniors can enjoy a hearty, socially-distant meal and a fun activity or relevant presentation every first & third ... Learn More See all the local events posted by your neighbors, 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.