10 Great Things to do in Newport This Weekend - March 1, 2019

March 1

8 Bells Lecture Series at Fort Adams 

Join the Naval War College Museum at the McMacken Community Center at Fort Adams for the 8 Bells Lecture Series-- We will explore military and maritime history topics during our noontime lectures which take place on the first Thursday of the month, October-June.

All lectures are free and open to the public. No reservations are required.

The lecture goes from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. 

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March 1

Extensions Dance Company Presents "Verve" at Casino Theatre

Salve Regina University’s Extensions Dance Company, directed by associate professor Lindsay Guarino, will present Verve at the Casino Theatre. 

Lindsay Guarino will present Sidewinder to the upbeat 1964 Lee Morgan jazz standard of the same name. The piece will be performed to live music by Salve Regina’s Jazz Combo, led by Peter Davis and Michael Johnson.

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March 1

Newport Music Festival Chamber Music Series at Newport Art Museum 

The Newport Music Festival is proud to present the award-winning European ensemble Calmus. This a cappella singing group continues to amaze audiences with their variety of repertoire and amazing virtuosity. A perfect blend of sound, precision, lightness and wit. The ensemble has forged a refined sound which few groups achieve.

The event begins at 6 p.m. 

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March 2

Haydn, Brahms, And Volness At The Newport Congregational Church

Join the Newport String Quartet for an exciting program of quartets by Haydn, Brahms and Rhode Island based composer Kirsten Volness.

The event goes from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. 

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March 2

Newportfilm Friend-Raiser: Hot In Havana Christie's Restaurant 

Join us for the best party of the off-season in support of newportFILM!

The event goes from 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. 

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March 2

Middletown Aquidneck Growers Market at Newport Vineyards 

As it gets too chilly outside, the market moves indoors Nov- Mid May to the newly renovated Newport Vineyard and Winery. 

The event goes from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

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March 2

Newport Winter Foodies Stroll 

Cozy up this Winter and enjoy a three-course meal accompanied by selected wine pairings at three of Newport's exquisite restaurants. 

The stroll will last several hours along Newport's Historic Thames Street and will encompass a total of .75 miles. 

The event begins at 5:30 p.m. 

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March 3

Newport Bridal Show at Rosecliff + OceanCliff

We look forward to meeting you at The 17th Annual Newport Bridal Show, Newport's biggest and best bridal event of the year and deemed “Well Worth the Drive” by Yankee Magazine. 

The area’s largest and most elegant bridal show, presented by Newport Wedding Magazine, takes place at two romantic venues: Rosecliff (548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport) and OceanCliff (65 Ridge Road, Newport). Come plan your dream wedding all in one day! Free parking and trolley transportation between venues. Meet with more than 80 top wedding professionals.

March 3

Newport Seal Tour at Bowen's Wharf Landing

Save The Bay seal tours and nature cruises prove that summer isn’t the only time to enjoy the Bay.

Join us aboard one of their education vessels as we motor through historic Newport Harbor and take in 360º views of seals resting on Citing Rock off of Rose Island and the Newport Bridge.

Save The Bay provides binoculars, and expert guides offer an educational view of our winter marine visitors and the habitat they love.

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March 3

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 goes from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

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