10 Great Things to do in Newport This Weekend - June 21, 2019

June 21

Newport Gulls vs Marthas Vineyard Sharks at Cardines Field

The Newport Gulls return to Cardines Field to host the Marthas Vineyard Sharks on Friday night. 

Newport is currently 5-4 on the season, while the Sharks are 5-5. 

First pitch is set for 6:35 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Newport Gulls 

June 21

Waterfront Concerts at King Park

Summer Solstice Concert with Celtic harpist Aine Minogue, and RI’s Slackwater String Band, folk/roots. Waterfront Concerts at King Park

The concert begins at 5 p.m. 

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June 22

The Clagett Regatta at Sail Newport

The 17th annual Clagett Regatta will be held at Sail Newport in Fort Adams State Park. 

his year adaptive sailors will be competing in three classes; the single handed 2.4mR class, the single handed Martin 16 class and the triple handed Sonar class. Sailors from across North America will attend the coaching clinic and fleet racing regatta.

The event goes from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Sail Newport

June 22

Cars & Coffee at Fort Adams State Park

Kick off your Saturday morning with a cup of coffee while checking out some really cool cars at Fort Adams.

The event begins at 7:30 a.m. 

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PHOTO: Audrain Auto

June 22

Newport International Polo Series at Newport Polo Grounds 

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. 

The match begins at 5 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Newport Polo

June 22

"Brass On The Grass" Featuring Intrepid Brass Quintet at Trinity Church

Trinity Church presents the first of its "Brass on the Grass" concert series by welcoming Intrepid Brass, an acclaimed quintet of area professional musicians.

Come to the beautiful Queen Anne Square overlooking the oceanside to hear this incredible group perform a fantastic repertoire of great music. 

The event begins at 2 p.m. 

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June 23

Visual Development: Abstract Painting, Mixed Media & Collage Techniques With Kevin Gilmore at Jamestown Arts Center

Join JAC Member Kevin Gilmore in exploration of the creative process through painting, collage and mixed media.

Prepare substrates that allow for experimentation, and learn how to apply collage techniques on canvas. Composition and color are two formal elements of abstract painting that lead to compelling and successful works of art. 

The event begins at 9 a.m. 

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PHOTO: Jamestown Arts Center

June 22

Mixology Master Class with Christina Mercado at Vanderbilt Grille

Join Christina Mercado, Vanderbilt’s Beverage Manager, for our signature, hands on, Mixology Class.

Shake side by side with Rhode Island’s Bartender of the Year. 

The event begins at 2 p.m. 

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June 23

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 music begins at 6 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Fastnet Irish Pub

June 23

"Always a Bridesmaid" at Newport Playhouse

In this hilarious comedic romp, four friends have sworn to keep the promise they made on the night of their Senior Prom: to be in each other's weddings…no matter what. Thirty years later, these Southern friends-for-life are still determined to honor that vow.

If you've ever elbowed a stranger out of the way to catch a bride's bouquet, seriously questioned the mental stability of the duo saying "I do" or been forced to wear the world's ugliest bridesmaid dress, this deliriously funny JONES HOPE WOOTEN COMEDY is definitely for you…and your dearly beloved!

The show begins at 11 a.m. 

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