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2019 Christmas in Newport
Calendar of Events
 Denotes Children's and family events
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December
1st - Sunday
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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 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
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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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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 12th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 13th.
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 - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 12th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 13th.
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 - Tuesday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 12h to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 13th.
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 - Wednesday
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The
Nativity of Christ puppet show, 7 p.m.,
The United Congregational Church, 524 Valley Rd., Middletown. Chi Rho
puppeteers, larger than life "Rod and Stick" puppetry telling the story
of the birth of Christ. Free will
donation. 401-849-5444 or 401-849-8785 www.ucc.org
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 12th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 13th.
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 - Thursday
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12th
Annual Singing for the Shelter, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Channing
Church, 135 Pelham St. 6:30-9:30 p.m.. M
any local musicians coming together to raise funds for our local
homeless shelters. Admission: $25.00. For information: MGorman20@cox.net
or call 401-835-7209 for tickets. Tickets also available at Lucy's
Hearth, 19 Valley Rd., Middletown *Children with an adult are
free.
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The
Nativity of Christ puppet show, 7 p.m.,
The United Congregational Church, 524 Valley Rd., Middletown. The
Christmas story in music and larger than life puppetry. Free will
donation. 401-849-5444 or 401-849-3535 www.ucc.org
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 12th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 13th.
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 - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online /www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 12th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 13th.
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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Annual
Newport Hospital Auxiliary Holiday Shopping Event, 9
a.m-4 p.m. At the Middletown Columbus Club, 7 Valley Rd,
Middletown.
Local artisans and scrumptious baked goods. 401-845-1638. JSBALLARD2002@yahoo.com
or LCARPENTER24@cox.net
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Newport
Historical Holiday Lantern Walking Tour,
4:00 p.m., Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the history of early American Holiday
tradidiond on an evening walking tour. Learn hoe 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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The
Nativity of Christ puppet show, 7 p.m.,
The United Congregational Church, 524 Valley Rd., Middletown. The
Christmas story in music and larger than life puppetry. Free will
donation. 401-849-5444 or 401-849-3535 www.ucc.org
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December
7th -Saturday
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19th
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. 401-847-2021. |
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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. Hear stories of religious diversity and
entrepreneurship during Newport's Colnial era.$15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Annual
Newport Hospital Auxiliary Holiday Shopping Event, 9
a.m-4 p.m. At the Middletown Columbus Club, 7 Valley Rd,
Middletown.
Local artisans and scrumptious baked goods. 401-845-1638. JSBALLARD2002@yahoo.com
or LCARPENTER24@cox.net
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A
Rough Point Holiday,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Rough Point Museum, 680
Bellevue Ave. Experience the holiday traditions and winter caretaking
practices at Rough Point. Rooms of the museum will be spruced up for
the Christmas holiday while other rooms will be cloaked in their winter
coverings. Together, these spaces tell the story of Doris Dukes holiday
traditions and the off-season routines of one of Newport's sumer
cottages. 30 minute guided tours offered throughout the day.
Adults $10, children 12 years and under, Free. Tickets available at the
door, no advance reservations necessary.
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. Delightful afternoon tea featuring live music,
seasonal wreaths, greens, ornaments, hostess & holiday gifts.
$12 per person. 846-0660. www.trinitynewport.org |
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Newport
County Orchestra in Concert, 3 p.m., Casino Theater, 9
Freebody St. Classical and Holiday music sponsored by the Salve Regina
University Music Dept.
admission $10, seniors/students $8 . 401-341-2295. www.salve.edu/music-theater-and-dance |
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Newport
Historical Holiday Lantern Walking Tour,
4:00 p.m., Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the history of early American Holiday
tradidiond on an evening walking tour. Learn hoe 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 12th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 13th.
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 - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Traditional
Christmas Tea at St. Columba’s Chapel Parish Hall, 'An Oasis
of calm in a busy season', 2-4
p.m.,Seatings at 2 & 3 pm, 55 Vaucluse Ave.,
Middletown. Gift shop.
$12 adults,
$6 children under 12. 847-5571. www.stcolumbaschapel.org |
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Newport
Community Band/Salve Regina Jazz Ensemble in Concert, 3
p.m., Casino Theater, 9
Freebody St. SRU Newport Community Band, Jazz Ensemble, performing
holiday favorites.
admission $10, seniors/students $8 . 401-341-2295. www.salve.edu/music-theater-and-dance |
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Music
of the Christmas Season, 7 p.m., First Presbyterian
Church,
Broadway at Everett St. Music and carols reflecting the joy and wonder
of Christmas. Free. 847-1749.
rector@FPCNEWPORT.ORG. |
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December
9th - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 12th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 13th.
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 - Tuesday
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Christmas
at the Inns, Holiday Bed and Breakfast Tour, Ten inns
open for tour from 1-5 p.m., tickets at Francis Malbone House Inn, 392
Thames St. or go to malboneinnkeeper@gmail.com
for information.$25 for all ten inns. 401-846-0392. All proceeds to
benefit Lucy's Hearth. |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 12th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 13th.
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 - Wednesday
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Christmas
at the Inns, Holiday Bed and Breakfast Tour, Ten inns
open for tour from 1-5 p.m., tickets at Francis Malbone House Inn, 392
Thames St. or go to malboneinnkeeper@gmail.com
for information.$25 for all ten inns. 401-846-0392. All proceeds to
benefit Lucy's Hearth. |
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WADK
Radio Annual Christmas Concert,, 7:00 pm. Newport
Marriot, 25 America's Cup Ave. Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra and
Jamestown Community Chorus. 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 12th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 13th.
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 - Thursday
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December
Newport Gallery Night, holiday themed art shows during
an evening tour of local galleries, museums, and cultural organizations
in Newport and Middletown. 5-8 p.m. Free. 401-935-8591. More
information at info@newportgalleries.org
or info@cadeauxdumonds.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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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, DEADLINE IS TODAY to
enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 13th.
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 - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online /www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Newport
Historical Holiday Lantern Walking Tour,
4:00 p.m., Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the history of early American Holiday
tradidiond on an evening walking tour. Learn hoe 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Christmas
in Song by the Newport Navy Chorusters, 7:30
p.m., St. Lucy's Church, 909 West Main Rd., Middletown. Concert to
benefit Lingkod Timog charitable missions in the Phillipines. Admission
$15 adults, $10 seniors and children, $30 families.
401-849-1135.
www.newportnavychorusters.org
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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.
www.stgeorges.edu |
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December
14th - 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. Hear stories of religious diversity and
entrepreneurship during Newport's Colnial era.$15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Newport
Historical Holiday Lantern Walking Tour,
4:00 p.m., Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the history of early American Holiday
tradidiond on an evening walking tour. Learn hoe 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Christmas
Open House at the Irish Interpretive 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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Caroling
and Crafting at Emmanuel Church,
2:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Emmanuel Church, 42 Dearborn St. Enjoy a festive
afternoon with free popcorn and hot chocolate. Families and all ages
welcome. Free.
401-847-0675
NewportCountyYouthChorus@gmail.com
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Salve
Regina Christmas Choral Concert, 7:30 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 seniors, SRU students
Free with ID.
For Tickets;:401-341-2295. STJEAND@Salve.EDU.
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A
Rough Point Holiday,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Rough Point Museum, 680
Bellevue Ave. Experience the holiday traditions and winter caretaking
practices at Rough Point. Rooms of the museum will be spruced up for
the Christmas holiday while other rooms will be cloaked in their winter
coverings. Together, these spaces tell the story of Doris Dukes holiday
traditions and the off-season routines of one of Newport's sumer
cottages. 30 minute guided tours offered throughout the day.
Adults $10, children 12 years and under, Free. Tickets available at the
door, no advance reservations necessary.
847-8344. www.newportrestoration.org |
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December
15th - Sunday
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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. Free parking in the lot
across from the church. 401-847-0675. www.emmanuelnewport.org. |
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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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Christmas
Open House at Glen Manor House,
2-4 p.m. 3 Frank Cohelo Dr., Portsmouth
info@glenmanorhouse.com
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Salve
Regina Christmas Choral Concert, 3 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 seniors, SRU students
Free with ID.
For Tickets;:401-341-2295. STJEAND@Salve.EDU.
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Live Nativity at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 4:00
p.m., 525 Broadway, 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.
Pastorstpetersri@gmail.com |
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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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December
16th - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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December
17th - Tuesday
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December
18th - Wednesday
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December
19th - Thursday
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December
20th - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online /www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Newport
Historical Holiday Lantern Walking Tour,
4:00 p.m., Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the history of early American Holiday
tradidiond on an evening walking tour. Learn hoe 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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December
21st - Saturday
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A
Rough Point Holiday,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Rough Point Museum, 680
Bellevue Ave. Experience the holiday traditions and winter caretaking
practices at Rough Point. Rooms of the museum will be spruced up for
the Christmas holiday while other rooms will be cloaked in their winter
coverings. Together, these spaces tell the story of Doris Dukes holiday
traditions and the off-season routines of one of Newport's sumer
cottages. 30 minute guided tours offered throughout the day.
Adults $10, children 12 years and under, Free. Tickets available at the
door, no advance reservations necessary.
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. Hear stories of religious diversity and
entrepreneurship during Newport's Colnial era.$15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Newport
Historical Holiday Lantern Walking Tour,
4:00 p.m., Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the history of early American Holiday
tradidiond on an evening walking tour. Learn hoe 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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December
22nd - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
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December
23rd - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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December
24th - Tuesday
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CHRISTMAS
EVE SERVICES ISLAND CHURCHES |
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December
25th -Wednesday
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JOYOUS CHRISTMAS TO ALL
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December
26th - Thursday
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December
27th - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online /www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Newport
Historical Holiday Lantern Walking Tour,
4:00 p.m., Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the history of early American Holiday
tradidiond on an evening walking tour. Learn hoe 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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December
28th - Saturday
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48th
Annual Christmas in Newport Candlelight Tour of Historic Private Homes,
4-7 p.m. $3 per home, payable at
the door of each home. No
advance reservations are necessary. Listing of homes and
addresses will be available after December 15th at
www.christmasinnewport.org and at the Newport Visitor Information
Center. Note: No children under 10 years old and no high heel shoes
please.
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Rough Point Holiday,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Rough Point Museum, 680
Bellevue Ave. Experience the holiday traditions and winter caretaking
practices at Rough Point. Rooms of the museum will be spruced up for
the Christmas holiday while other rooms will be cloaked in their winter
coverings. Together, these spaces tell the story of Doris Dukes holiday
traditions and the off-season routines of one of Newport's sumer
cottages. 30 minute guided tours offered throughout the day.
Adults $10, children 12 years and under, Free. Tickets available at the
door, no advance reservations necessary.
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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. Hear stories of religious diversity and
entrepreneurship during Newport's Colnial era.$15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
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Newport
Historical Holiday Lantern Walking Tour,
4:00 p.m., Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the history of early American Holiday
tradidiond on an evening walking tour. Learn hoe 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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December
29th - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
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December
30th - 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
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December
31st - Tuesday
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ADDITIONAL
ATTRACTIONS
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
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,
and 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
Guided
Tours of Fort
Adams, Fort dams State Park, 80 Fort Adams Drive
(Visitor Center), Daily through January 1st. Hour long guided tours of
the historic fort including access into the tunels. Weekday tours at 12
p.m. and 2 p.m., Weekends hourly from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., and December
21st - January 1st, hourly 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $15 adults, $8
youth (discounts available). 401-841-0707. www.fortadams.org
Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. Dec. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28. 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Hear stories of religious diversity and
entrepreneurship during Newport's Colnial era.$15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Golden to Guilded Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online www.newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Road to Independence Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online http://www.newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Rogues and Scoundrels Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27. 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 recommended. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets online /www.newporthistorytours.org.
Holiday
Evening Duet at The Elms and Marble House, Dec 21.
Enjoy two houses for the price of one. 6-9 p.m. Take a leisurely
self-guided evening stroll through both Marble House and The Elms,
enjoy live holiday music and refreshments. Members/Adults $30 in
advance, $35 day of, non-members $38 and $48 day of, children 6-17 yrs.
$10 in advance, $15 day of.
847-1000 for reservations.
www.newportmansions.org.
Holiday
Evenings at The Breakers, Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 28, Live
holiday music and refreshments. Members/adults $30 in advance and $35
day of, non-members $38 in advance and $48 day of, children 6-17 yrs.
$10 in advance, $15 day of. 847-1000 for reservations.
www.newportmansions.org.
Preservation Society of Newport County,
The Breakers, The Elms, & Marble House, Nov.
23rd- Jan 1st. Three magnificantly decorated houses adorned with
period-inspired ornaments, elaborate yuletide decorations, fresh
flowers, trees, wreaths and garlands. The Breakers 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and
The Elms & Marble House 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Houses and grounds close
at
5 p.m. Admission, all three houses $35 adult, children 6-17 yrs. $10,
members free. 847-1000 for reservations. www.newportmansions.org.
The
Colony House on Washington Square is decorated on the exterior by the
Newport Garden Club.
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