Rhode Island Independence Day

On May 4, 1776, the General Assembly of the Colony of Rhode Island declared its absolute independence from Great Britain. The members voted nearly unanimously, thus making Rhode Island the first independent sovereign state in the western world. We celebrated with our pups at La Forge Casino Restaurant established in 1880. Its front veranda faces Bellevue Avenue and the back covered and exterior porch runs along side the grass horseshoe court of the International Tennis Hall of Fame Club and Museum. The interior is rich green with historical artifacts strung along the walls and If you are lucky you may have the opportunity to watch matches during the summer season. The story of the developer and his decision for starting his own public club is quite interesting and outlandish!

Established in 1880, The Newport Casino was built as the result of a causal bet between James Gordan Bennet JR., owner of the New York Herald, & his guest, British Cavalry Officer, Captain “Sugar” Candy, for which Candy rode his horse into Newport’s most exclusive Men’s Club – The Reading Room.      Disgruntled at the other members’ less than congenial response, Bennet bought the land across from his Bellevue Avenue mansion & built his own club – THE NEWPORT CASINO.     It offered shops, concerts, balls, special events – never gambling – & a place for Newport’s summer residents & Newporters to gather. Now a national historic landmark, The “Casino” is today home of the International Tennis Hall Of Fame. – referenced La Forge

And if you have not heard the Rhode Island Anthem, I am surely interested in your thoughts

Rhode Island’s It for Me

Listen (MP3 Format)

Lyrics by Charlie Hall
Music by Maria Day
Arranged by Kathryn Chester

I’ve been to every state we have
and I think that I’m inclined to say
that Rhody stole my heart
You can keep the forty nine
Herring gulls that dot the sky,
blue waves that paint the rocks,
waters rich with Neptune’s life,
the boats that line the docks,
I see the lighthouse flickering
to help the sailors see.
There’s a place for everyone:
Rhode Island’s it for me.
Rhode Island, oh, Rhode Island
surrounded by the sea.
Some people roam the earth for home;
Rhode Island’s it for me.
I love the fresh October days,
the buzz on College Hill,
art that moves an eye to tear,
a jeweler’s special skill.
Icicles refract the sun,
snow falling gracefully.
Some search for a place that’s warm:
Rhode Island’s it for me.
Rhode Island, oh, Rhode Island
surrounded by the sea.
Some people roam the earth for home;
Rhode Island’s it for me.
The skyline piercing Providence,
the State House dome so rare,
residents who speak their minds;
No longer unaware!
Roger Williams would be proud to see
his “colony”
so don’t sell short this precious port:
Rhode Island’s it for me.
Rhode Island, oh, Rhode Island
surrounded by the sea.
Some people roam the earth for home;
Rhode Island’s it for me.
Rhode Island, oh, Rhode Island
surrounded by the sea.
Some people roam the earth for home:
Rhode Island’s it for me!

Stoneacre Dog Show

Stoneacre Dog Show

Benefitting Potter League

Stoneacre’s Second Annual Dog Show brought out every dog breed and dog trick imaginable and raised $8,058.44 to benefit the Potter League. It was delightful, patrons purchased tables and everyone brought their dogs to dine.

The entree’s were limited to 40 and could sign up in any of the categories.

  1. Prettiest B**ch
  2. Best Rescue (Any dog that came from a shelter or rescue)
  3. Most Handsome
  4. Doggy/Owner look-a-like
  5. Cutest Puppy – Young Dog
  6. Best Veteran – Senior Dog
  7. Best In Show

 

Gilded Age looking for Newport Locals

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Go to Open Roles / The Gilded Age / NEWPORT LOCALS UPPERCLASS MEN & WOMEN 30’s-50’s age range

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GWCI is seeking men and women to portray 1880’s Upper Class Tennis Tournament Spectators + Gala Attendees. Work dates 5/9, 5/10, 5/12, 5/13 with covid testing on 5/6; Covid test + fitting week of 4/18 – 4/27

The entire series takes place in the 1880’s so please read the following carefully and thoroughly and reply with the requested information. Please make sure to use a tape measure when you measure your chest/true waist as the period clothing can ONLY be fit using measurements and NOT modern day clothing sizes!

– You will be portraying an 1880’s Upper Class Tennis Tournament Spectators + Gala Attendees. Work dates 5/9, 5/10, 5/12, 5/13 with covid testing on 5/6
– We will be filming in Newport, RI.
– Because the shoot is so far out, please be prepared for very early morning call times (as early as 3-4am!) and/or work late, possibly even overnight shoots. Please be prepared for all scenarios.
– The current tentative date is 5/9, 5/10, 5/12, 5/13 with covid testing on 5/6. (You must be fully available for all dates with no conflicts at all on those work dates)
FYI – 5/9 + 5/10 = Upper Class Tennis Match Spectator; 5/12 + 5/13 = Upper Class Gala;
– There will be a required fitting on 4/19 with a covid test 4/18 in Newport, Rhode Island.
– There will be a required PCR Covid Test 48 hours before each work date as well as fitting, provided by production. (And yes, it HAS to be within 48 hours, you cannot test the day of, as the results are not instant!)
– You will be asked to comply with HBO covid protocols (I.E. wearing masks off camera, social distancing, etc.) Specifics to come upon booking!
– Fittings usually would be around a 2-3hour commitment depending on how your fitting goes- Work days you should have full day/night availability without any conflicts as filming days can last anywhere from 12-14 hours.
– There will be atmospheric smoke in the interior scenes.
– If you are a member of SAGAFTRA the rate is SAGAFTRAbackground scale (SAGAFTRA rate = $182/8hrs for the work date; $100 stipend for each covid test pre-employment; 1/4 of day rate for fittings)
– If you are nonunion, the rates are as follows… Work date = $150/10hrs, OT after 10hrs; Covid testing stipend = $60 each test pre-employment; Fitting = $27.27/2hours
– This production requires all Zone A to be up-to date with covid vaccines, please take a look at the full memo below.

*****IMPORTANT NOTES:
WOMEN must have natural colors, NO balayage, NO undercuts, NO wigs, NO weaves, NO braids, NO ombre or unnatural looking highlights.
WOMEN must be okay with working in a corset, bustle and multiple layers as appropriate to the 1880s.
WOMEN must NOT have acrylic nails, gel polish, etc. MUST HAVEBARE NAILS!
MEN must be okay getting an 1880s haircut. (http://production.gwcnyc.com/thegildedagehmunotes)
MEN Must be comfortable being clean shaven for the shoot OR if you have facial hair already, must be willing to have it altered in an 1880’s style.(http://production.gwcnyc.com/thegildedagehmunotes)
MEN: must have natural hair colors, ok getting period haircut, and being clean-shaven if your look is clean shaven. If you have facial hair/mustache, should be willing to get it altered. No buzzed cuts.
MEN & WOMEN must have NO VISIBLE TATTOOS. (especially on neck, shoulders, upper back, chest, & hands)
MEN & WOMEN must have NO wool allergies.
MEN & WOMEN must NOT have braces

*****VACCINATION MEMO:
Please be advised that to work on The Gilded Age S2, all cast members must be up-to-date with their COVID-19 vaccinations as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”). Being “up-to-date” means a person has received all recommended COVID-19 vaccines, including any booster dose(s) when eligible. In other words, this means that at least 2 weeks have elapsed since receiving the 2nd dose of Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or since receiving a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine; and when a booster shot is recommended, that the individual has received it.

Currently the CDC recommends a booster shot be received 5 months after the last dose of the primary series of Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after the single dose of Johnson & Johnson. Individuals who are hired prior to being eligible for a booster will need to commit to receiving a booster dose within 2 weeks of the date they become eligible to be able to continue to work in Zone A. The recommendations for a booster may be different depending on your age and health status. For more information about when boosters are recommended go to https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/stay-up-to-date.html.

You must be able to show proof of vaccination status prior to your start date. All vaccination records will be maintained confidentially and securely by production.

If you are offered employment on The Gilded Age S2 and would like to request an accommodation to this policy due to medical or religious reasons, you must submit your request for approval via WarnerMedia’s Xempt portal.

If available and interested, please email a current candid photo to gildedage@gwcnyc.com with the following information and change subject line to read DB NONSAG UPPER CLASS AVAILABLE
-Your Legal Name
-Phone #
SAGAFTRA or NON UNION (If nonunion, please let us know how many SAG waivers you’ve received in the past. If you are SAG-Eligible please let us know if you are a must join.)
-What forms of ID can you bring to set to fill out an I9? (If you have a VISA or Employment Authorization Card, please let us know!)
-All measurements: Men: height, weight, chest, neck x sleeve, true waist @ bellybutton x inseam, shoes; Women: height, weight, dress, bust x true waist x hip, shoes
-Do you have ANY tattoos? (this includes, hands, arms, feet, shoulders, chest, ankles, back of neck, behind the ear)
-Please attach 3 photos WITHOUT MAKE UP if possible: 1 selfie that shows your current hair length/color; 1 waist up in plain clothes; 1 full body in plain clothes. (ABSOLUTELY NO FILTERS, NO HATS, NO SUNGLASSES, ETC. PLEASE NO SLOUCHING)
-Are you local to Newport area?
-Available to work ALL DATES (5/9, 5/10, 5/12, 5/13)
-Let us know which fitting dates you are available for from 4/18 – 4/27
-Understood covid test + fitting is needed prior to work date(s)
OKAY with general covid procedures
-Confirm your hair has not been dyed, colored, highlighted or bleached, etc
-Please confirm whether or not you are willing to have your facial hair altered to match the time period as needed (and let us know if you’re willing to be clean shaven facial hair wise as well, if needed.)
-Women: OKAY w/wearing corset and bustle
-Understood Vaccination Memo (please let us know if you will need an exemption request)

*****Again, if available and interested, please email a current candid photo to gildedage@gwcnyc.com with the following information and change subject line to read “DB NONSAG UPPER CLASSAVAILABLE”*****

THIS IS NOT A BOOKING! WE WILL REACH BACK OUT IF WE CANUSE YOU IN THE SCENES TO SET YOU UP FOR FITTINGS.

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THE Oscars After Party

2022 Oscars After Party

was full of movie star characters and “celebrity” attendees, complete with red carpet, a VIP step-and-repeat, dancing and Oscar awards.
Featuring DJ Finess

AWARD WINNERS:

Best Dressed Going to the Oscars : Stacy

Best Group Duo: Grease

Best Duo: Tiger King

Closest celebrity resemblance (single): Celine Dion

Funniest Duo/Group: Golden Girls

Best Staying in Character: Alexis Schitt$ Creek

Best TV character portrayal: (single) Chuckie

 

Party at The G

Providence has quite a good scene. The George hits the G spot.

 

Ice Skating at Gurneys

Winter, spring, summer, fall, Newport is a great place to visit and to live.  A great way to spend a winter afternoon and capture moments with family and friends is ice skating and hot toddy’s hosted by Gurney’s Resort in Newport.

Grab a hot cider, cozy up to one of the many fire pits and take in the afternoon sun with epic views of Narragansett Bay, two lighthouses and the Newport bridge.  When you are ready to warm up you can retire to one of several heated “igloos” for a blanket wrapped bite or head inside to the whisky bar and sample one of the best selections in town.

Join us in all the lifestyle activities here in Newport through the  NL&L Courier

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