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Prescription Take Back Event

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:47:00 GMT

The Newport Police Department, in conjunction with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), will be conducting their fourth annual Prescription Drug Take Back Even on Saturday, April 28.

17th Century Church Launches 21st Century Website

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:40:00 GMT

Trinity Church was founded in 1698, and this rich tradition has been brought into the 21st Century by its pioneering pastor and a team of technology and marketing volunteers.

City to Host Spring Recycling Day

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:41:51 GMT

The Newport Public Services Department’s Clean City Program is inviting Newport area residents to stop by the Clean City Program’s Spring Recycling Day, held on Saturday, April 28 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the Easton’s Beach east parking lot.

Tree Society to Host Aboretum Week

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:21:57 GMT

Beginning Friday, April 20, the Newport Tree Society will be hosting a weeklong series of events celebrating the city's first Arboretum Week.

Youth Rugby Kicks off Sunday

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 20:30:00 GMT

Aquidneck Island’s first full contact U19 rugby match against a competitive Hendricken side will take place this Sunday, April 15, 2012 rain or shine at Fort Adams State Park in Newport, RI. Warm-up starts at 2:00pm and we will kick off at 3 p.m.

Library to Host Talk on Statin Drugs

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 20:22:00 GMT

On April 28th Newport Public Library will present Dr. Barbara Roberts, director of the Women’s Cardiac Center, at Miriam Hospital discussing risks and alternatives to cholesterol lowering statin drugs. The 2:00 pm event is open to the public

Cead Mile Failte! Newport Celebrates Irish Heritage Month

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 17:01:00 GMT

A hundred thousand welcomes! With deep-rooted Irish families and traditions, Newport celebrates Irish heritage not only on St. Patrick’s Day, but the entire month. Here’s a list of upcoming events that rejoice in all things Irish. Erin Go Bragh!

IYRS to Host Marine Career Day

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:03:27 GMT

The International Yacht Restoration School is once again hosting its Marine Industry Career Day this Saturday, March 3.

2nd Annual Chicken Wing Cook-Off

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:24:00 GMT

Get your napkins ready! The Second Annual Chicken Wing Cook-Off will take place on Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Hyatt Regency on Goat Island from noon – 3:30 p.m.

Firefighters’ Chili Cook-off and Fire Safety Day

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:13:00 GMT

Fire safety demonstrations and a Department chili cook-off will be held Saturday, Feb. 25, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Newport Elks Lodge, 103 Bellevue Ave.

Annual Tribute to Broadway

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:08:00 GMT

Swanhurst announces its 18th annual tribute to Broadway with Mary Rodgers’ “Once Upon a Mattress.” Performances will be held Friday and Saturday evenings; March 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17 at Fenner Hall, 15 Fenner Ave., Newport.

A Cappella at Casino

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:04:00 GMT

On Saturday, Feb. 25, the Casino Theatre will be filled with song when three regional collegiate a cappella teams take to the stage to compete for the title in the inaugural Casino Theatre A Cappella Invitational.

Growing Up with the Old Colony & Newport Railway

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:35:00 GMT

Providing tours of the western edge of Aquidneck Island, the Old Colony & Newport Railway has a group of dedicated young volunteers - many of whom are going on to professional careers in the train industry.

Get Out and Enjoy WinterFest!

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:08:00 GMT

While it may not feel like winter out there, the 24th annual Newport Winter Festival has arrived! Packed with over 150 individual events spanning the course of the next ten days, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Extensions Dance Company performs Feb. 16-18 at Casino Theatre

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:40:05 GMT

Salve Regina’s Extensions Dance Company, the university’s select dance ensemble, will present its annual concert, featuring works ranging from contemporary ballet to classical jazz during three performances later this month at the Casino Theater.