10 Great Things to do in Newport This Weekend - January 3, 2019

January 3

Festive Igloo Pop-Up at Gurney's Newport Resort 

Snag that perfect Instagram photo and cozy up in one of our heated igloos overlooking the Narragansett Bay.

Each igloo has its own theme, from Santa’s Workshop to a cozy Log Cabin, Roaring '20s, Harry Potter, Astrology and Après Ski, complete with its own design, activities and cocktail pairings. 

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PHOTO: Gurney's

January 3

Restorative Yoga & Massage With Shannon & Bodhi Spa at The Sacred Center in Portsmouth

Slow down. Step away from the grind. Restorative Yoga is intended to be a bridge between healing and clarity. This delightful offering provides a safe container for supported resting, restoring, and refreshing body and spirit.

Napping, drifting, and daydreaming are all encouraged. 2 licensed massage therapists will be on hand providing gentle touch and massage as you restore.

The event begins at 6 p.m.

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January 3

Paint Nite: Winter at the Dock at La Forge Restaurant

Grab your friends and unleash your inner artist at the Original Paint Nite.

You’ll go from a blank canvas to a masterpiece of your own, with plenty of laughs along the way.

Guided by a talented and entertaining artist, you'll be amazed at what you create, and how much fun you have doing it.

The event begins at 4 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Nick Normal/Flickr Commons 

January 4

Jewelry Makers Lab at Creative Communities Collaborative 

Join in at the Collaborative for our Jewelry Makers lab open for all ages and skill levels.

Creative Communities Collaborative is a shared creative space specializing in an assortment of free and affordable classes.

The event goes from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. 

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January 4

37th annual Jamestown Winter Bird Count at Jamestown Police Station 

Kick start the new year by participating in the 37th annual Jamestown Winter Bird Count. 

Participants will meet at the Jamestown Police Station. 

Birders will split into teams to cover four main areas of the Island until noon with an optional afternoon portion as well.

As is the tradition the Pink Flamingo will go home with the birder who finds the best bird of the day.

The event goes from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Ocean State Bird Club

January 4

Aquidneck Growers Market at Easton’s Beach Rotunda

Head over to Easton's Beach Rotunda for the Aquidneck Growers Market. 

Don't miss out on a chance to re-stock after a busy holiday.

The event begins at 9 a.m. 

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PHOTO: Discover Newport

January 4

Pianos at Top Of Pelham 

Dueling Pianos is a fun, live music concept that is perfect for your party, wedding reception, corporate event or night on the town! The players provide a lively, interactive show which appeals to audiences of all ages and musical tastes. Songs can range from classic crooners all the way to today’s pop hits (with pretty much everything in between!).

Better still, the set list is request­-driven so the audience is able to steer the show to their liking with no two shows being exactly the same. The players will even get guests on stage and involve them in the “shenanigans”! This is surely an event that will be remembered.

The event begins at 9 p.m. 

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January 4

Flicks and Fare on Washington Square

Get together with your gal pals, friends (and even meet new ones) or have a much needed afternoon date with that special person in your life over delicious food and drinks from 3 of our favorite neighborhood eateries in Newport. 

This international-style “linner”, that’s lunch and dinner combined, we will take you for a Mexican snack, for an Italian entree and finish with a lovely French dessert, all paired with an alcohol or non-alcohol beverage. 

The event begins at 2 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Discover Newport 

January 5

Christmas on Historic Hill at Trinity Church 

Join in for the grand finale of Christmas in Newport, Christmas on Historic Hill!

A Festive of Nine Lessons & Carols featuring the Trinity Church Choir with special members of the St. John's Choir. 

The event begins at 4 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Frank Leith/Trinity Church

January 5

Open House at Winter Indoor Arena at Newport Polo

Newport Polo is pleased to announce that it is opening the largest and newest Indoor Professional Equestrian Facility within 100 miles for winter polo training starting in January 2020.

Located off I-195 along the RI/MA state line, 20 minutes north of its current Portsmouth facility, the private indoor facility includes a 36-stall, dual isle barn complex attached to a 260' x 100' indoor riding arena.

The event goes from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. 

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