10 Great Things to do in Newport This Weekend - August 9, 2019

August 9

The 2nd RI Festival Honoring Les Paul at Parlor Bar & Kitchen

A unique concert and educational event celebrating the legacy of Les Paul, featuring an incredible combination of guitars and other ephemera from his personal collection, along with performances by noted RI area artists using them on stage.

Confirmed acts at press time are Dopey Lopes with his Up All Night Band, The BickerSins, The Rockingham Express featuring Rick Santos and Johnny Edwards, Bird and Horse, The Dirty 5, The Debutantes and Luis Mateos - Solo Cash.

The event begins at 8 p.m.

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PHOTO: Liz West/Wikipedia

August 9

Black Ships Sushi Sake Sail at Goat Island Marina

Sail aboard one of the magnificent Tall Ships, the 101′ Schooner Aurora.

View Newport harbor as you sip sake from Gekkeikan, and sample some great sushi.

Space is limited to 68 people. A sellout every year.

The event begins at 12:15 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Swampyank/Wikipedia 

August 9

Newport Yacht Rendezvous at Newport Shipyard

The Board of Directors of The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County invites you to celebrate the Newport Yacht Rendezvous on Friday August 9th at the Newport Shipyard.

This year honoring Rocky Kempenaar.

The event begins at 5:30 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Sail Newport 

August 10

J Fest New England Regatta at Sail Newport 

Racing followed by Cocktail Party and food at Sail Newport (Cash bar & great food + Music) 

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PHOTO: Sail Newport 

August 10

Newport International Polo Series 

Witness the excitement of one of the fastest ball sports in the world, played at thoroughbred racing speed when Team USA/Newport takes on challengers from around the world and major U.S. Cities in the Newport International Polo Series. 

Bring a picnic & blanket to spread on the lawn or reserve centerfield Pavilion seats.  Entering its 28th season, audiences of several thousand attend the weekly contests, one of Newport’s most popular summer attractions, a Gilded Age tradition, open to the public.

The match begins at 5 p.m. 

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August 10

The Z-Boys at Newport Vineyards

The Z-Boys will be playing at Newport Vineyards as part of the live music series.

The show begins at 1 p.m.

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August 10

Drawing Club With Nycole At Creative Communities Collaborative

The Club promotes imagination, creativity, and drawing production.

This is an excellent opportunity for students to get involved and learn about different drawing techniques.

The event begins at 1 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Creative Communities Collaborative 

August 11

Black Ships Festival Memorial Ceremony at Island Cemetery

Wreath ceremony at Perry's tomb by American and Japanese dignitaries. Navy color guard, Northeast Band Bugler.

The public is invited to experience this commemorative service.

The event begins at 9 a.m. 

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PHOTO: Presidieo of Monterey/Flickr

August 11

Traditional Irish Music Session at Fastnet Irish Pub

Live traditional Irish music every Sunday night, hosted by A. O. Gutierrez, Tim May, and Jack Wright.

Family-friendly- arrive early to secure a table if you plan on eating.

The event begins at 6 p.m. 

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August 11

NIMFest Concert at King Park Beach 

NIMFest concert with Island Rockers and Digg-It.

Fun for families with lawn seating, playground, food truck, BBQ and bathroom facilities. 

The music begins at 3 p.m. 

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