10 Great Things to do in Newport This Weekend - March 22, 2019

March 22

A Night to Remember Newport at Rosecliff Mansion 

This event will not only showcase leaders in the regional and national fashion world, it will be an opportunity for local boutiques to show their spring and summer clothing and accessory lines. All of it will be expertly modeled by community leaders, students, professional models. This beloved and popular community event will once again benefit Roger's High School

The event starts at 7 p.m. 

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PHOTO: A Night to Remember

March 22

Cozy Cocktails by the Fire at The Vanderbilt Grille 

Join them each evening for s’mores, cocktails, and warm blankets! Brave the cool, Winter air in the garden, while sipping signature cocktails and roasting marshmallows over the fire.

The event goes from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

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March 22

Irish Eyes at Spring Bull Gallery 

Through landscapes, quaint cottages, castles, the pounding surf of the Irish Sea and the hues of the lush vegetation Ireland will be depicted on the walls of Spring Bull Gallery by local artists.

So even if you are not Irish you are invited in for a wee bit of fun and to enjoy the incredible sites of Ireland without leaving home. The gallery will be opened during Newport Gallery Night, March 14th from 5- 8 pm at which time you can come in a meet a Spring Bull artists.

The exhibit is open from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. 

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March 23

Career Day at IYRS at IYRS School of Technology & Trades

Companies that will be in attendance include A&G Industrial Services, Aerotek, Aquidneck Custom Composites, Arey's Pond Boatyard, Ballentine's Boat Shop, Block Island Marina and many more.

The event goes from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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PHOTO: IYRS

March 23

Common Fence Music Love + Harmony Benefit Concert at International Tennis Hall of Fame

Don’t miss your chance to show your support while taking in the sounds of the best of the local folk music scene. In the spirit of our renowned Fiddlers & Fishermen event, the show fill feature a wide array of artists: Allysen Callery, Atwater-Donnelly, Cardboard Ox, Chris Capaldi, Flowers & Rain, John Faraone, Patina, Seamus Galligan, Slackwater String Band, Steve Delmonico, The Vox Hunters and more. Singer-songwriter John Fuzek will emcee the evening. 

The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. 

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March 23

Movement + Creativity at Thames Street Yoga

This workshop will be a combination of yoga/movement, and collaging as a creative hands-on process to assist emotional well-being. You will create space to listen within to see what is presently calling. 

The event begins at 2 p.m. 

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March 23

Foundation Of Taste Series: Caviar And Eggs at Cara at The Chanler

The Foundations of Taste is your invitation to spend an informative afternoon enjoying food and wine with Executive Chef Matt Voskuil. Each month, Chef Matt selects a different ingredient to highlight.

That ingredient is featured in three dishes paired with up to six different wines. Wine selections will emphasize comparison and contrast of different winemaking regions, varietals, and vintages. 

The event goes from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. 

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March 23

Woodcock Walk at Norman Bird Sanctuary 

Listen for the American Woodcock's "peent" call and watch their fascinating sky dance mating display on a twilight walk through the fields. You'll learn all about the special adaptations of this unique bird and the efforts to replenish their numbers in R.I.

The walk goes from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

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March 24

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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March 24

Newport Seal Tour at Save the Bay

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

Join them aboard one of their education vessels as they 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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