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Dates for Major Awards Shows 2023
CREDIT: DAVID MCNEW/GETTY IMAGES; KEVIN MAZUR/GETTY IMAGES; KEVIN MAZUR/GETTY IMAGES See dates for Major Awards Shows Emmys, Tonys, MTV Movie & TV Awards, more By Joey NolfiUpdated April 06, […]
Adult Intermediate Ballet
Newport Contemporary Ballet 3 Charles Street, Newport, RI, United StatesThis is an intermediate-level ballet class -- however, all are welcome in this nurturing environment. Classes are designed to welcome adult dancers of all ages and abilities. These classes offer […]
Spring Exhibitions Opening Reception
Newport Art Museum 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI, United StatesCelebrate the artists in 4 new Exhibitions The galleries will be bustling with activity as we celebrate the openings of Ana Flores: Shaman Ladders and Other Stories, Dress Code, Pride: In Retrospect and DISCOlor: The […]
Sara Campbell Gives Back!
Sara Campbell 115 Bellevue Avenue, NewportSara Campbell, located at 115 Bellevue Avenue in Newport and well-known for its timeless women's clothing, is generously hosting a Sip & Shop on Saturday, June 3rd, in support of […]
Newport International Polo Series 2023
Newport International Polo Grounds 250 Linden Lane, Portsmouth, RI, United StatesEach Saturday in June through September for 31 seasons, the Newport International Polo Series features teams from around the world & from major US cities competing against USA / Newport. […]
Exhibiting Artist Talk: Ana Flores
Newport Art Museum 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI, United StatesShaman Ladders and Other Stories Award-winning sculptor, ecologist, and writer Ana Flores creates works of art and installations that focus on the cultural narratives that help connect communities with landscapes. […]
Newport Classical Presents: Chamber Series Finale with Stella Chen
Newport Classical Recital Hall 42 Dearborn St, Newport, RI, United StatesAmerican violinist Stella Chen garnered worldwide attention with her first-prize win at the 2019 Queen Elizabeth International Violin Competition, followed by the 2020 Avery Fisher Career Grant and 2020 Lincoln […]
Inaugural Naval War College Foundation Newport Open
Newport Country Club 280 Harrison Ave., Newport, RI, United StatesThe inaugural Naval War College Foundation Newport Open will be held Thursday, June 15, at the historic Newport Country Club. This special event is presented by incoming NWCF Chairman Mr. […]
Museum Reads – “The Guardian of Mercy: How an Extraordinary Painting by Caravaggio Changed an Ordinary Life Today”
Newport Art Museum 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI, United StatesA book group especially for art enthusiasts. Welcome to Museum Reads, the Newport Art Museum’s Art-Themed book group for adults. We meet monthly, at the Museum and virtually, for discussion, and […]
Newport Out Bookclub
The Huddle RI 42 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840, Newport, RI, United StatesThe Newport Out Bookclub is focused on queer literature. It is open to all ages 15+, free of charge! Not only do we read, but we also do creative writing […]
Newport Yacht Rendezvous
Newport Shipyard 1 Washington Street, Newport, RI, United StatesThe Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County will host its signature fundraiser, the tenth annual Newport Yacht Rendezvous, which will be held on Friday, June 23, 2023, at the […]
Newport Classical Music Festival presents Fenway Quintet: Patriotic Pops
King Park 125 Wellington Ave, Newport, RI, United StatesThis relaxed, open-air Fourth of July concert at King Park kicks off the Newport Classical Music Festival. Fenway Quintet is one of the Boston Area’s most esteemed professional brass quintets. […]
Motors at the Mansion Cocktail Party
The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection 41 Mary Street, Newport, RI, United StatesCelebrate summer with The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection, and Audrain Automobile Museum. On Saturday, July 8th, from 4:00 - 6:00pm, join us at The Vanderbilt for the exclusive opportunity to […]
Newport Classical Music Festival presents Cantus
The Breakers 44 Ochre Point Ave., NewportThis Minnesotan low-voice ensemble has a national following for its trademark warmth and blend, and riveting performances of music from the Renaissance to the 21st century. Cantus performs music by […]
Newport Classical Music Festival presents Cantus
The Breakers 44 Ochre Point Ave., NewportThis Minnesotan low-voice ensemble has a national following for its trademark warmth and blend, and riveting performances of music from the Renaissance to the 21st century. Cantus performs music by […]
Newport Classical Music Festival presents Strings in Nature
Norman Bird Sanctuary 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown, RI, United StatesThe Newport Classical Festival Artists embark on a journey through touchpoints between music and nature, anchored by a string quartet reduction of Benjamin Britten’s Simple Symphony. Whether evoking birds and […]
Newport Classical Music Festival presents Opera Night: Così Fan Tutte
The Breakers 44 Ochre Point Ave., NewportDon’t miss Newport Classical’s hottest ticket of the summer – the annual Opera Night in concert at The Breakers! This year, experience a bold and unforgettable un-staged production of Mozart’s […]
Newport Classical Music Festival presents Amit Peled: American Landscapes
Newport Art Museum 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI, United StatesInternationally renowned Israeli cellist Amit Peled is one of the most virtuosic instrumentalists on the concert stage today. His program, with pianist Solomon Eichner, explores music by pioneering American composers […]
Newport Classical Music Festival presents Anthony Trionfo: Virtuosic Flute
The Elms 367 Bellevue Ave., Newport, RI, United StatesFlutist Anthony Trionfo joins the Newport Classical Festival Artists for a morning concert featuring chamber masterworks for flute, strings and piano. Discover the first of Mozart’s flute quartets, Friedrich Kuhlau’s […]
Past Events
An Evening of Elegance: Inside the 2023 Women of Distinction Awards at Elms Mansion
The exquisite Elms Mansion played host to a spectacular evening reveling in the 2023 Women of Distinction on Thursday, March 23rd for National Women's month! With nearly 200 distinguished guests in attendance, this sold-out event was nothing short...
Cocktails, Conversations and Compassion: Cocktails and Conversation with the Potter League
At her residence, Christon Gibson, Potter League Board member, orchestrated a delightful soirée, welcoming nearby entrepreneurs and acquaintances to heighten interest in Potter League for Animal's noble mission, community strides, anticipated...
SHORT FILM EXPLORES RELIGIOUS FREEDOM AND DIVERSITY
COLONIAL NEWPORT PROVES CRITICAL IN SETTING TONE OF TOLERNACE FOR A YOUNG AMERICA Newport, RI. | November 2, 2022 Unknown to many, colonial Newport was home to America’s first Synagogue. That simple fact, and the social and civic leaders who made...
“IT’S BETTER TO BE BAD” HALLOWEEN BALL ROCKS THE TOP OF THE PELHAM
GHOULS & GUESTS RULE AT RAUCOUS NEWPORT PARTY Newport, RI. | October 29, 2022 If it’s hot, and behind a velvet rope, then you know Newport Living & Lifestyles will be there. And if Newport Living & Lifestyles is THROWING the event, then...
The Sensual Evening in the World of the Alfred Vanderbilt Mansion
THE LEGENDARY MANSION HOSTS DINNER WITH A DASH OF DECANDENCE Newport, RI. | October 20, 2022 Always at the forefront of glamour and style, The Vanderbilt Auberge Mansion hosted a sold out dinner theater experience featuring captivating, and sensual...
“COSMIC COCKTAILS” LIGHT UP NEWPORT
Gourmet cocktail & dining experience paired with a psychic reading wows guests. OCTOBER 19, 2022 Newport Living and Lifestyles shines an astral light on Newport’s drinking and dining scene with it’s recent COSMIC COCKTAIL event at the CLARKE...
The Kia Ora Cosmic Ball hosted by Newport Polo
The Ball of all Balls The Newport Polo Gala never ever let's you down. It truly is the ball of all balls. The energy is always there and the evening sweeps you away with views, romance, laughter and dancing. The attendees eyes are all a sparkle...
Island Moving Company Summer Soiree
The 2022 ARTSCAPES Summer Soiree fundraiser event benefiting Island Moving Company - Newport's Contemporary Dance Co was an unbelievably beautiful experience. Every turn a memorable site to behold. The performers prancing in every garden landscape...
Behind the scenes with Lord Julian Fellowes
Lord Fellowes engaged in conversation with Preservation Society CEO & Executive Director Trudy Coxe and Steven Feinberg of Rhode Island Film prior to the SOLD OUT talk at The Breakers Great Hall July 26th 2022 SOLD OUT EVENT From the...
2022 Yappy Hour at The Waves
Wow! This year’s Yappy Hour broke records for attendance and fundraising for the 20-year event. Guests gathered at ‘The Waves’ on Ledge Road where they met animals available for adoption at the Potter League and supported the organization’s work by...
The Women’s Wealth Strategies Club June luncheon
Presented by: Randal Poirier, ChFC Welcome to: The Women’s Wealth Strategies Club June luncheon was held at the elegant hotel and waterfront restaurant Forty1 North in Newport Rhode Island. The NL&L Wealth Strategies...
Newport Living and Lifestyles Rocks the Vanderbilt
Newport, RI. | July 4, 2022 Newport is known by many names; City by the Ocean, Sailing Capital of the World… but it is also home to some of the best kept summertime secrets in the Northeast. Once again, Newport Living and Lifestyles opens the door...
2022 Flower Show winners announced
2022 Newport Flower Show winners announced Photos by Dave Hansen NEWPORT, R.I. – The 2022 Newport Flower Show filled Rosecliff with displays of color and creativity...
Newport’s Historic Hill Association Garden Soiree
Newport’s Historic Hill Association Hosts Garden Soirée Locals Breathe New Life Into Storied Association. Photos by Adam Himber Photography Newport, RI. | June 28, 2022 Champagne, straw hats, Bermuda shorts and very dark sunglasses…that’s how you...
A Chat Lady Carnarvon of HighClere Castle the original Downton Abbey
The Preservation Society in newport Rhode Island organized a special visit with the Lady Fiona Carnarvon to give her history and accounts of her experience through the filming of Julian fellows HBO series "Downton Abbey" . Every unique lunch,...
International Tennis Hall of Fame Enshrinement Weekend
Reception Open to the General Public for the First Time _________________________________________________________ The US Open. The French Open. Wimbledon. Names that evoke the world class standing of professional tennis as both a sporting event...
Wealth Strategy Series with Rogue Women’s Fund
Welcome to Newport Living and Lifestyles Wealth Strategy series where we meet, drink 🥂and discuss. 📈. The wealth strategy series was born from a small group expressing our wanting to be more active traders in the stock market. Our first meeting...
Bellevue bow WOW!
Bellevue bow WOW! Newport’s finest celebrate canine friendly shopping with style. You don’t have to be a Vanderbilt or a Carnegie to shop like one! That’s the motto, and the attitude of this year’s Bellevue Bow WOW. A one-of-a-kind, dog...
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...
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...