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2018 Christmas in Newport
Calendar of Events
 Denotes Children's and family events
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December
1st - Saturday
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Official
Opening of Christmas in Newport, 5:00 p.m., Washington
Sq. Features proclamation from the Mayor, tree lighting, Newport
Artillery cannon salute, music by the Newport Public Schools music
program. Free. 849-6454. www.christmasinnewport.org |
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Newport
Historical Society Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Santa's
Workshop Sponsored by the Newport Recreation Department and the Newport
Rotary Club, Noon
to 3:00p.m.
, Easton's Beach Rotunda Ballroom and Carousel, Memorial Blvd.
Includes: goody bag, crafts, cookie decorating, a ride on the carousel,
and a visit with Santa. $5 per child. No presale tickets. 401-845-5800 |
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Newport
Historical Society's Holiday Open House, 3:00 to 5:00
p.m., Newport Colony House at the top of Washington
Sq. Tour the Newport Colony House before the Christmas in
Newport Official Opening Ceremony and enjoy the sounds of 18th century
caroling performed by costumed interpreters from the Second
Massachusetts Regiment. Learn the origins of the songs and where they
would have been sung. Donations welcome. 401-846-0813 and
401-841-8770. |
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Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. 4:00 pm
Departing from the Museum at Brick Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the
history of early
American holiday traditions on an evening walking tour. Learn how
Colonial Newporters recognized (or didn't) the holidays. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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18th
Annual Lucy’s Hearth Designer Wreath Sale, 9-12 p.m.,
Rotunda at Easton’s Beach. Christmas wreaths and table top decorations
created by designers, artists, gardeners and florists from the
community. Also gourmet sweets bake sale. All proceeds go to Lucy’s
Hearth. |
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Annual
Newport Hospital Auxiliary Holiday Craft Fair and Bake Sale,
9
a.m-4 p.m. At the Middletown Columbus Hall, 7 Valley Rd,
Middletown.
Local Artisans and scrumptious baked goods. Free. 845-1638.
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A
Rough Point Holiday,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. With tours offered on the half hour with the first
floor open for roaming at your leasure, Rough Point Museum, 680
Bellevue Ave. Experience Doris Duke's Newport home during the darkest
and merriest days of the year.
Adults $10, children 12 years and under, Free.
847-8344. www.newportrestoration.org |
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Trinity
Church Christmas Silver Tea, 1-4 p.m., Honyman Hall,
Trinity
Church, Queen Anne Sq. Holiday high tea. $12. 846-0660. www.trinitynewport.org |
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Christmas
Cards for Mariners, 2-4 p.m., Seaman's Church Institute,
18 Market Sq. Swing by to warm up with hot cocoa & cookies and
write a Christmas card to be delivered to men and women serving on the
seas. 401-847-4260. |
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Caroling
and Crafting with the Newport County Youth Chorus and Emmanuel Church,
2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Emmanuel Church, 42 Dearborn St. An afternoon of
free family fun; holiday caroling, crafts, dancing and treats. Free.
401-847-0675
NewportCountyYouthChorus@gmail.com
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Holiday
Crafts at the Newport Public Library, 2:30 p.m., 300
Spring St. Children ages 5-12 years old are invited to create holiday
crafts perfect for gift giving in the John Clarke Children's Program
Rm. All materials provided for this free program. Registration is
required and begins on Nov. 20th via the LibCal calendar on the
library's web site: www.newportlibraryri |
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Newport
County Orchestra in Concert, 3 p.m., Casino Theatre, 9
Freebody St. Classical and holiday music sponsored by the Salve Regina
University Music Dept. $10 admission, seniors/students $8.
401-341-2297, or email: www.salve.edu/music-theater-and-dance.org
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48th
Annual Bowen’s Wharf Tree Lighting and Open House,
America’s Cup Ave., Frosty the Snowman and caroling starting
at 4:30p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus. Live music and tree lighting at 6:00
p.m.. Free. (401) 849-3478. www.bowenswharf.com |
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Flights
of Fancy holiday baroque music at Emmanuel Church Newport,
7-8 p.m., Corner of Spring and Dearborn Sts. Seele Musicale Chamber
Ensemble will bring together the unique beauty and sound of individual
instruments in a performance of baroque masterpieces by Telemann,
Scarlatti and Handel in our first holiday concert at Emmanuel Church of
Newport RI on. The ensemble will take the audience on a journey of
audible splendor taking flights of fancy to celebrate the Joys of the
Holiday Season, with recorder, flute, oboe, strings, harpsichord and
voice. $15.www.seelemusicale.com
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 145th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List: Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
2nd - Sunday
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Touro
Synagogue 255th Anniversary Open House,
11:00 am to 2:00 pm, 72
Touro St.
Join us for an open house to celebrate the 255th anniversary of the
dedication of Touro Synagogue. On December 2nd, 1763 Touro Synagogue
opened it's doors to the community and we are doing it again on
December 2nd, 2018. See the magnificent interior of the synagogue,
explore the exhibits at our visitors center and enjoy cookies and cider
on the patio. This event is free and open to the public. For more
information: tours@tourosynagogue.org.
or call 401-847-4794 X 207. |
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Visit
with Santa Claus at the Breakers,
Noon - 3:00 pm, 44 Ochre Point Ave. The jolly old elf will visit with
children and hear their Christmas wish list. Bring the kids and your
camera for a great photo op! (401) 847-1000. www.newportmansions.org |
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Christmas
at Whitehall Museum House,
2-4 p.m., Whitehall Museum House, 311 Berkeley Ave., Middletown. Enjoy
wassial and Christmas treats while viewing 18th century Whitehall by
candlelight. Sponsored by the Colonial Dames of R. I. Free, donations
welcome. 401-848-2351. www.WhitehallMuseumHouse.org |
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Newport
Community Band/Salve Regina Jazz Ensemble in Concert, 3
p.m., Casino Theatre,
9 Freebody St. SRU Newport Community Band and Jazz Ensemble, performing
holiday favorites. Admission $10, seniors and
students $8. 401-341-2297, www.salve.edu/music-theater-and-dance.org |
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Touro
Synagogue Community
Chanukah Party , 4:00 to 6:00 pm, 72
Touro St.
Congregation Jeshuat Israel at Touro Synagogue will host a community
Chanukah Party. Come for a family concert and candle lighting in the
Synagogue at 4:00 pm and stay after to enjoy latkes with all the
trimmings and more holiday fun at the Levi Gale House. All are welcome.
Space is limited, Reservations required. Please email cji@tourosynagogue.org.
or call 401-847-4794 X 201. |
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Advent
Lessons and Carols at Zabriski Memorial Church of Saint John the
Evangelist, , 5 pm, 61 Washington St. Atmospheric
sequence of traditional readings; journey from twilight to light with
music. Child friendly ages 5 and up. Free. 1-848-2561 www.saintjohns-newport.org
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
3rd - Monday
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Newport
Historical Society Road to Independence Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Riots and rebellions, enemies and allies. Learn
about Newport's role in the American Revolution. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
4th - Tuesday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
5th - Wednesday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
6th - Thursday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
7th -Friday
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Newport
Historical Society Rogues and Scoundrels Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and
criminals were punished. Find out why this colony was known as "Rogues
Island". $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. 4:00 pm
Departing from the Museum at Brick Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the
history of early
American holiday traditions on an evening walking tour. Learn how
Colonial Newporters recognized (or didn't) the holidays. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or onlinewww.newporthistorytours.org. |
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IYRS
Holiday Community Celebration, 5:30-8:00 p.m., IYRS Campus, 449 Thames St. Celebrate the season in
historic Restoration Hall with its soaring ceilings on the IYRS
waterfront campus! Browse the iconic wooden sailboats in various stages
of renovation by IYRS students and enjoy a maritime walk through
history. A very popular annual event! Free.
www.IYRS.edu |
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St.
George’s School Service of Lessons & Carols, 372
Purgatory Rd., Middletown, 7:30 p.m. The birth of Jesus is told by
lesson and song. Congregational singing and carols by the school choir
and hand bell choir. Free. 842-6736.
www.stgeorges.edu |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
8th - Saturday
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A
Rough Point Holiday,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. With tours offered on the half hour with the first
floor open for roaming at your leasure, Rough Point Museum, 680
Bellevue Ave. Experience Doris Duke's Newport home during the darkest
and merriest days of the year.
Adults $10, children 12 years and under, Free.
847-8344. www.newportrestoration.org |
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Newport
Historical Society Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Holiday
Open House at Redwood Library & Athenaeum, 11:00
a.m.-1:00
p.m., 50 Bellevue Ave. Chariho High School Choir, a pop-up exhibition
of selected treasures from the vault, Christmas book display, scavenger
hunt, children's crafts and refreshments. Free. 401-847-0292.
www.RedwoodLibrary.org |
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Seaman's
Church Institute Open House, 12-1 p.m., Seaman's Church
Institute,
18 Market Sq. Open House tours with music featuring the Emmanuel Church
woodwind trio. 401-847-4260. |
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Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. 4:00 pm
Departing from the Museum at Brick Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the
history of early
American holiday traditions on an evening walking tour. Learn how
Colonial Newporters recognized (or didn't) the holidays. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online /www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Newport
Music Festival Presents A Musical Christmas, 7:30 p.m.
St. Mary's Church, 12 Williams St. This heartwarming Christmas concert
will delight young and old. Performers include Trevor Neal. Enjoy harp,
piano, organ, and percussion accompanied by the children's choirs from
St. Mary's and St. John's churches. Adults $25, children $5 and St.
Mary's Parishioners $10. 401-849-0700. Tickets at
www.newportmusic.org St. Mary's parishioners should call the
box office to purchase. |
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Salve
Regina Christmas Choral Concert, 8:00 p.m.
Great Hall of Ochre Court, 100 Ochre Point Ave. Featured groups will
include University Chorus, Madrigals Chorus, and a cappella groups.
Admission: $10 general, $8 students and senior citizens.
FOR Tickets;:401-341-2297.
https://salve.edu/events/choral-concert-6 |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
9th - Sunday
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Newport
Historical Society Golden to Guilded Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. From Newport's Colonial Golden Age to Guilded
Age summer colony, discover the transformation of the city and it's
people. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Visit
with Santa Claus at Marble House,
Noon - 3:00 pm, Bellevue Ave. The jolly old elf will visit with
children and hear their Christmas wish list. Bring the kids and your
camera for a great photo op! (401) 847-1000. www.newportmansions.org |
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Salve
Regina Christmas Choral Concert, 3:00 p.m.
Great Hall of Ochre Court, 100 Ochre Point Ave. Featured groups will
include University Chorus, Madrigals Chorus, and a cappella groups.
Admission: $10 general, $8 students and senior citizens. For
Tickets:
401-341-2297.
https://salve.edu/events/choral-concert-11
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Traditional
Christmas Tea at St. Columba’s Chapel Parish Hall, 2-4
p.m.,Seatings at 2 & 3 pm, 55 Vaucluse Ave., Middletown. Bring
your friends and enjoy an oasis of calm in a busy season. Gift Shop.
$12 adults,
$6 children under 12. 846-3502. www.stcolumbaschapel.org |
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Christmas
Open House at Glen Manor House, 2-4 p.m., 3 Frank Coelho
Dr., Portsmouth. Free. 683-4177. info@glenmanorhouse.com |
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Newport
Music Festival Presents A Musical Christmas, 2:00 p.m.
St. Mary's Church, 12 Williams St. This heartwarming Christmas concert
will delight young and old. Performers include Trevor Neal. Enjoy harp,
piano, organ, and percussion accompanied by the children's choirs from
St. Mary's and St. John's churches. Adults $25, children $5 and St.
Mary's Parishioners $10. 401-849-0700. Tickets at
www.newportmusic.org St. Mary's parishioners should call the
box office to purchase. |
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Music
of the Christmas Season,7
p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Broadway at
Everett St. Our annual gift to the community—choral anthems,
instrumentals, and carol singing. Free, no offering.
music@FPCNEWPORT.ORG.
In the event of inclement weather the re-schedule date is
Dec. 16th. |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
10th - Monday
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Newport
Historical Society Road to Independence Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Riots and rebellions, enemies and allies. Learn
about Newport's role in the American Revolution. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Christmas
Concert at jesus Saviour Church, 6:30 p.m., 509
Broadway,
to benefit Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Wakefield Concert Band. $10
847-1267.
coachmv@cox.net |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
11th - Tuesday
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107th
Annual Medieval Christmas Pageant,, St. George’s School
Chapel, 372 Purgatory Rd., Middletown, 7:30 p.m. Candlelit service of
the portrayal of the Christmas story. Free. 842-6736.
www.stgeorges.edu |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
12th - Wednesday
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WADK
Radio Annual Christmas Concert,, 7:00 pm. Newport
Marriot, 25 America's Cup Ave. Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra and
local community choral group. Free but donations of non-perishable food
items for the Martin Luther King Center appreciated.
401-846-1540.
www.WADK.com or bangel@3gbroadcasting.com |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
13th - Thursday
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Caroling
on Broadway, 3:30 pm. Starting at the Colony House and
sponsored by the Off Broadway Neighborhood Assoc. Join local musician
Christopher Carbone, Thompson Middle School chorus and OBNA in a
caroling along Broadway. All are welcome to participate. 401-481-5135. www.obna@amyhoag.com |
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Student's
Impressions of Christmas in Newport,
5:30 pm, Newport Yacht Club, 110 Long Wharf. Students K-12 art exhibit,
commemorative Christmas in Newport postmark by United States Postal
Service. Free, light refreshments. 846-9410 www.clubstweard@newportyachtclub.org
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Christmas
on the Point The Zabriski Memorial Church of Saint John the
Evangelist, , 7:00 pm, 61 Washington St. Merry organ
music, professional choristers of the Choir School of Newport County
and the adult choir of St. John's Church, instrumental selections with
the reading of "The Christmas Story." Suggested donation $15, $10 for
seniors and students. 401-848-2561 www.saintjohns-newport.org
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, DEADLINE IS TODAY to
enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
14th - Friday
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Newport
Historical Society Rogues and Scoundrels Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and
criminals were punished. Find out why this colony was known as "Rogues
Island". $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. 4:00 pm
Departing from the Museum at Brick Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the
history of early
American holiday traditions on an evening walking tour. Learn how
Colonial Newporters recognized (or didn't) the holidays. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Christmas
at Mt. Zion: The Reason for the Season, 7:00 pm, Mt.
Zion A.M.E. Church, 101 Van Zandt Ave. An evening of sacred and secular
Christmas music by the Voices of Unity/RPM Voices of Rhode Island. Free
will offering. 401-849-3569. www.mtzion1845@yahoo.com
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Christmas
in Song by the Newport Navy Choristers, 7:30
p.m. St.
Barnabus Church, 1697 East Main Rd., Portsmouth. Concert to benefit
Kate Grana Music and Arts Assoc. Portsmouth High School. Admission:
Adults $15.00, Students $10.00.
401-849-1135. www.NewportNavyChoristers.org |
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December
15th - Saturday
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A
Rough Point Holiday,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. With tours offered on the half hour with the first
floor open for roaming at your leasure, Rough Point Museum, 680
Bellevue Ave. Experience Doris Duke's Newport home during the darkest
and merriest days of the year.
Adults $10, children 12 years and under, Free.
847-8344. www.newportrestoration.org |
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Newport
Historical Society Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Christmas
Open House at the Irish Museum,
12:00 noon – 4:30 p.m. at the Museum of Newport Irish History
Interpretive Center, 648 Lower Thames Street. Free. View the exhibits
while enjoying Celtic holiday music, eggnog and cookies. Free
admission. Celtic-inspired bracelets and lapel pins available for sale
with proceeds to benefit the Museum. 3:30-4:30 p.m., caroling by the
Ancient Order of Hibernians Men Singers. For more information visit:
www.NewportIrishHistory.org/events.htm
or
contact NewportIrishHistory@gmail.com
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Community
Tree Decorating as Seaman's Church Institute, 18 Market
Sq. 12:30-1 p.m., St. Mary's Youth Choir concert. 1:00 p.m. Community
Tree decorating; bring an ornament and help decorate out tree before a
visit from Santa Claus. 41-847-4260.
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Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. 4:00 pm
Departing from the Museum at Brick Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the
history of early
American holiday traditions on an evening walking tour. Learn how
Colonial Newporters recognized (or didn't) the holidays. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Christmas
in Sign by the James L. Maher Center, 5-6 pm, Casino
Theater, 9 Freebody St. Christmas songs done in sign language. Free
event. donations accepted 401-846-4600 X3121. www.mahercenter.org
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December
16th - Sunday
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Newport
Historical Society Golden to Guilded Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. From Newport's Colonial Golden Age to Guilded
Age summer colony, discover the transformation of the city and it's
people. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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St.
Peterburg (Russian) Men's Ensemble in Concert,
10:00 a.m. and 2:00 pm. Emmanuel Church, 42 Dearborn St. This male
quartet will present a dazzling concert of Russian choral music, folk
songs, and popular music spannng centuries. Free at 10 a.m. and $20.00
suggested donation for the 2 p.m. concert. (401) 847-0675. www.emmanuelnewport.org. |
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"SOLD OUT"
"Holiday Concert
by Navy
Band Northeast featuring the Newport Navy Choristers,
3 p.m., Naval Station Newport in Spruance Hall Auditorium of
the U.S. Naval War College. This event is free and open to the public.
Symphonic band holiday concert featuring the Newport Navy Choristers in
song. There will be hot cocoa and cookies served by MWR’s Merry Mobile
starting at 2 p.m., and Santa will distribute candy canes and be
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Visit
with Santa Claus at The Elms,
Noon - 3:00 pm, Bellevue Ave. The jolly old elf will visit with
children and hear their Christmas wish list. Bring the kids and your
camera for a great photo op! (401) 847-1000. www.newportmansions.org |
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Rhode
Island Ballet Theater Presents "Newport Holiday", a Family Dance
Concert, 3:00
p.m., Casino Theater, 9 Freebody St., Includes dances from The
Nutcracker and Elf on the Shelf. Admission $25. Reserved Seating.
401-847-5301.
www.riballet.org or ribt-nm@cox.net
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A
Live Nativity at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 4:00
p.m., 525 Broadway, Newport Hear the Voices of Unity from Zion and the
Community Baptist Church 4:15 p.m. Dress up and be part of the live
Nativity, Crafts, Refreshments, photo opportunities, 5:45 p.m. sing
your
favorite carols with the angels. In the event of inclement weather,
activities will be held inside. Free.
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December
17th - Monday
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Newport
Historical Society Road to Independence Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Riots and rebellions, enemies and allies. Learn
about Newport's role in the American Revolution. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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December
18th - Tuesday
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December
19th - Wednesday
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December
20th - Thursday
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December
21st - Friday
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Newport
Historical Society Rogues and Scoundrels Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and
criminals were punished. Find out why this colony was known as "Rogues
Island". $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online /www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Winter
Solstice Stories and Crafts at the Newport Public library,
10:30 a.m., 300 Sproing St. For Children 2-6 years old and a caregiver
are welcome to celebrate with stories, treats and a craft. In the John
Clarke Children's Program Rm. No registration is required. For more
information 401-847-8720 X204.
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Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. 4:00 pm
Departing from the Museum at Brick Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the
history of early
American holiday traditions on an evening walking tour. Learn how
Colonial Newporters recognized (or didn't) the holidays. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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December
22nd - Saturday
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Newport
Historical Society Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online /www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. 4:00 pm
Departing from the Museum at Brick Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the
history of early
American holiday traditions on an evening walking tour. Learn how
Colonial Newporters recognized (or didn't) the holidays. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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26th
Annual "Messiah and Carol Sing: The Christmas Story", 7:00
pm., Emmanuel Church, Spring and Dearborn Streets. This beloved
Christmas in Newport tradition will feature the Christmas portion of
Handel's Messiah, as well as carols, organ selections, and the telling
of the Christmas Story. Bring a score to sing along or just immerse
yourself in the gloious sounds of the season. Admission: $13, Children
12 an under $5
and $30 per family (2 Adults and Children). 401-682-1630. www.swanhurst.org |
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December
23rd - Suuday
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Newport
Historical Society Golden to Guilded Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. From Newport's Colonial Golden Age to Guilded
Age summer colony, discover the transformation of the city and it's
people. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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December
24th - Monday
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Newport
Historical Society Road to Independence Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Riots and rebellions, enemies and allies. Learn
about Newport's role in the American Revolution. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Candlelit
Christmas Eve Services at the Zabriskie Memorial Church of Saint John
the Evangelist, 5 and 10 p.m., 61 Washington
St. Professional Choristers of the Choir School of Newport
County and the adult choir of St. John's Church. Incense free family
service at 5 p.m., all the trimmings at 10 p.m. Free 401-848-2561. www.saintjohns-newport.org |
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Candlelight
Christmas Eve Services , 5 p.m. (family service), 7
p.m.
(traditional service), First Presbyterian Church,
Broadway at Everett St. at Equality Park. 847-1749.
music@FPCNEWPORT.ORG |
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CHRISTMAS
EVE SERVICES ISLAND CHURCHES |
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December
25th - Tuesday
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JOYOUS CHRISTMAS TO ALL
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December
26th - Wednesday
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December
27th - Thursday
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A
Rough Point Holiday,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. With tours offered on the half hour with the first
floor open for roaming at your leasure, Rough Point Museum, 680
Bellevue Ave. Experience Doris Duke's Newport home during the darkest
and merriest days of the year.
Adults $10, children 12 years and under, Free.
847-8344. www.newportrestoration.org |
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December
28th - Friday
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Newport
Historical Society Rogues and Scoundrels Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and
criminals were punished. Find out why this colony was known as "Rogues
Island". $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online /www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Newport
Historical Society Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online /www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. 4:00 pm
Departing from the Museum at Brick Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the
history of early
American holiday traditions on an evening walking tour. Learn how
Colonial Newporters recognized (or didn't) the holidays. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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December
29th - Saturday
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BACK for 2018!!! ONE EVENING ONLY 48th
Annual Christmas in Newport Candlelight Tour of Historic Private Homes,
4-7 p.m. $3 per home. Homes are located on Historic
Hill, payable at
the door of each home. No
advance reservations are necessary. Neighborhood parking is
very limited, recommend parking at the Mary Street Parking Lot and a
short walk up Church St. to the homes.
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Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. 4:00 pm
Departing from the Museum at Brick Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the
history of early
American holiday traditions on an evening walking tour. Learn how
Colonial Newporters recognized (or didn't) the holidays. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online /www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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December
30th - Sunday
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Newport
Historical Society Golden to Guilded Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. From Newport's Colonial Golden Age to Guilded
Age summer colony, discover the transformation of the city and it's
people. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online /www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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Lessons
and Carols Service, 10:30 a.m., First
Presbyterian
Church,
Broadway at Everett St. Special Lessons and Carols service . Enjoy the
music and joy of the season. 847-1749.
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Christmas
on Historic Hill: A Service of Nine Lessons and Carols at Trinity
Church, One Queen Anne Sq., 4 p.m. A holiday tradition!
Join the choir of Trinity and the Newport Community Youth
Choir in a
festive celebration of Christmas. Free will
offering to support Martin Luther King Center. 846-0660. www.trinitynewport.org |
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December
31st - Monday
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Newport
Historical Society Road to Independence Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m.. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Riots and rebellions, enemies and allies. Learn
about Newport's role in the American Revolution. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org. |
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ADDITIONAL
ATTRACTIONS
Newport Harbor Illuminated Holiday
Harbor Lights Boat Parade, Nov. 23, 6:15 p.m. View the
parade from Newport Yacht Club (Open to the Public), Bowen’s Wharf,
Bannister’s Wharf, and all points around Newport Harbor. Watch boats
compete for prizes including: Best decorated sailboat, best decorated
power boat, best decorated fishing Boat, best decorated porch and dock
and Most team spirit. For information call 845-5815. Bring a
non-perishable food item to Newport Yacht Club for the Martin Luther
King Center. ,
Salve Regina's
Madrigal Chorus at the Seaman's Church Institute, 10
Market Square, Nov. 30th, Seaman's Church Institute presents the Salve
Regina Madrigal Chorus in concert. 401-847-4260,
Newport
Nutcracket at Rosecliff, Nov. 23-30, Various times.
Island Moving Company's 17th annual holiday traditional ballet
performed throughout the first floor of Rosecliff. $60 for children 6
and older. Adults $95-$160. 401-8479-4470, reservations suggested www.islandmovingco.org
Holiday Shopping Stroll on Bellevue
Ave, Memorial Blvd and Williams Street, Dec.
1st, 11
a.m.- 4 p.m. Drinks, Edibles and Great Specials. Look for the Carolers.
Gingerbread
Lighthouse: A Sugar and Spice and Everything Gingerbread Creation, Dec.
1st - Jan 1st. Time 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Displayed at the Newport Marriot
Hotel Lobby,
25 America's Cup Ave. The 16 foot tall
lighthouse made of 350 pounds of gingerbread and over 2,400 pieces of
candy is created by the culinary staff of the Newport Marriot.
Free to view but visitors
are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to fill the sleigh
for local community food pantries. Phone: (401) 848-6975 or alexa.furtado@Mariott.com
Museum and Shop at the Brick Market,
127 Thames St., open daily 10
a.m. in December (closed 2:00p.m. on 12/24 and 12/31. Closed 12/25,
open 12-5 New Year's Day). Award winning museum offers an
introduction to Newport’s history and architecture from the 1600s
through the Gilded Age. Donation suggested. Holiday gifts related to
Newport’s history. 841-8770. www.newporthistory.org/museum-shop/museum-of-newport-history
Fort
Adams
Tours, Visit
America’s most complex coastal fortification. Guided tours take you
from the top of the Forts ramparts, for a spectacular view of Newport
Harbor, to the depths of the underground listening tunnels. Tours Daily
at Noon & 2pm; Saturdays & Sundays Hourly 10am-3pm.
Purchase
Tickets in Fort Adams State Park Visitor Center. Tours and Tour Routes
are weather dependent. www.fortadams.org
Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. Dec. 1,7,8,14,15,21,22,28, 29. 4:00 pm
Departing from the Museum at Brick Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the
history of early
American holiday traditions on an evening walking tour. Learn how
Colonial Newporters recognized (or didn't) the holidays. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 1,8,15,22,29. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Golden to Guilded Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 9,16,23,30. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. From Newport's Colonial Golden Age to Guilded
Age summer colony, discover the transformation of the city and it's
people. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online www.newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Road to Independence Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 3,10,17,24,31. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Riots and rebellions, enemies and allies. Learn
about Newport's role in the American Revolution. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Rogues and Scoundrels Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 7,14,21,28. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and
criminals were punished. Find out why this colony was known as "Rogues
Island". $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online /www.newporthistorytours.org.
3rd Annual Broadway Holiday Walk-about,
11 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 9th.
Carolers, jingle bikes, ice
sculpture & more will help get you in the spirit all while
strolling along Broadway and enjoying the local restaurants &
merchants. There will be local & regional makers and merchants
lining the sidewalk from Corner Cafe to Farewell for your shopping
pleasure! All will culminate with the Newport City Hall Tree Lighting
that will happen at 4:00 p.m.!
Holiday
Evening Duet at The Elms and Marble House, Dec 15.
Enjoy two houses for the price of one. 6-8 p.m. Take a leisurely
self-guided evening stroll through both Marble House and The Elms,
enjoy live holiday music and refreshments. Adults $35 in advance, $45
at the door, Children 6-17 yrs. $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
847-1000 for reservations.
www.newportmansions.org.
Holiday
Evenings at The Breakers, Nov. 24, Dec. 1,8,22,29.
Live music and Refreshments. 6-8 p.m. Adults $35 in advance, $45
at the door, Children 6-17 yrs. $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
847-1000 for reservations.
www.newportmansions.org.
Touro Synogogue Tours:
Winter tour hours: Sundays every half hour
from 11:p.m. to 1:30 P.M. Enter through the Loeb Visitors Center, 54
Spring St. Center hours are from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For more
informationL 401-847-4794 X207 or www.tourosynagogue.org.
The
Colony House on Washington Square is decorated on the exterior by the
Newport Garden Club.
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