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2016 Christmas in Newport
Calendar of Events
 Denotes Children's and family events
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December
1st - Thursday
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Official
Opening of Christmas in Newport, 6:00 p.m., Washington
Sq. Features proclamation from the Mayor, tree lighting, Newport
Artillery cannon salute, live entertainment. Free. 849-6454. www.christmasinnewport.org |
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Newport
Historical Society’s Holiday Open House, 4-6 p.m.,
Newport Colony House at the top of Washington Sq. Tour the Colony House
before the Christmas in Newport official opening ceremony, and join us
for a
revival of a Newport holiday tradition, a reading of The Christmas Tree
Hessian. This tale by Cora
Cheney explores life-and Christmas-in Revolutionary War era Newport
through a child’s eyes.
Donations welcome. 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 8th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 9th. 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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Newport
Nutcracker at Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Ave. Island Moving
Company holiday ballet. Times vary. Admission TBA. 847-4470. www.islandmovingco.org |
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December
2nd - Friday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 8th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 9thth.
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 Hill Courtyard at Newport Hospital Powell Ave.
Handiwork and Craftsmanship of local artisans and employees. Bake Sale
and Raffle. Proceeds will support Auxiliary patient programs. 845-1638.
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Rogues
and Scoundrels Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were
punished.
Find out why this colony was known as “Rogue’s Island.”
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. Weather permitting.
Reservations: 846-0813 and
841-8770. |
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Newport
Holiday Lantern Walking Tour, 4 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear the history of early American holiday traditions on an
evening
walking tour. Learn how colonial Newporters recognized (or didn’t) the
holidays.
Reservations Required. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. $5 children ages 5 -
12.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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The
Salve
Regina University Madrigal Chorus performs at Seamen's Church Institute,
4 p.m. 18 Market Sq. Free. 847-4260. www.seamensnewport.org |
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Victorian
Boutique Holiday Sale,
7-8:30 p.m., Edward King House, 35 King St. Unique shopping experience
with special Victorian style gifts both old and new to satisfy the most
discerining customer. Free admission. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
.846-7426. www.edwardkinghouse.org |
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Mistletoe
Madness at Glen Manor House, 7-11 p.m., 3 Frank Coelho
Dr., Portsmouth. Cocktail reception, dancing, admission $65 per person.
401-683-4177 or email us at info@glenmanorhouse.com |
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Newport
Nutcracker at Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Ave. Island Moving
Company holiday ballet. Times vary. Admission TBA. 847-4470. www.islandmovingco.org |
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December
3rd - Saturday
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16th
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. 847-2021. |
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Colony
House Site Tour, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Site Tour of the Historic Colony House.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with
ID. Subject to site and guide
availability.Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Undecked
Halls: Behind the Scenes at Doris Duke’s Mansion in Winter, Rough Point,
10a.m. – 3 p.m., 680 Bellevue Ave. Experience the quiet house, see the
decorated staff wing, and hear about Miss Duke’s tropical holiday.
Learn how Rough Point’s winter caretaking traditions have remained the
same for the past half century. Tour the first floor and enjoy
refreshments in the staff dining room, not normally open to the public.
Tours offered every ˝ hour. Adults $10, children under 12 Free.
846-4152 x122.
www.newportrestoration.org |
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Christmas
Tree & Wreath Sale to benefit Cluny School,
10am-7pm. IYRS parking lot, 449 Lower Thames Street. Fresh &
fragrant 24-inch, double-faced Canadian balsam wreaths, lovingly
hand-decorated by Cluny School parents. Free delivery with tree
purchase to anywhere in Newport. Proceeds to benefit Cluny School,
Newport’s only Catholic elementary school. For pricing and other info.
go to http://clunyschool.org/christmas-tree-wreath-sale/
or phone 401-525-1980. |
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Discover
Colonial Newport Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear stories of religious diversity and entrepreneurship during
Newport’s
colonial era.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID.
Weather permitting. Reservations Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Common
Burying Ground Walking Tour, 11:00 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear stories of religious diversity and entrepreneurship during
Newport’s
colonial era.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. Weather permitting.
Reservations: 846-0813 and
841-8770. |
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Trinity
Christmas Silver Tea, 12-4 p.m., Honyman Hall, Trinity
Church, Queen Anne Sq. Holiday high tea. $12. 862-4474. |
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Santa's
Workshop,
noon-3 p.m. Easton's Beach Rotunda Ballroom, 175 Memorial Blvd. Crafts,
goodie bag, ride on Carousel and decorate cookies. $5 per child.
845-5800.www.cityofnewportn.com |
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Newport
County Orchestra Concert, 3 p.m., Casino Theatre, 9
Freebody St. Classical and holiday music sponsored by the Salve Regina
University Music Dept. $8 admission, $5 seniors, students.
401-341-2295, or email: vincent.mattera@salve.edu.
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Christmas
Cards for Mariners,
2 – 4 p.m., 18 Market Sq. Drop in to warm up with hot chocolate and
write a Christmas card to men and women serving on the seas this
Christmas. Free. 847-4260.
www.seamensnewport.org |
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Newport
Holiday Lantern Walking Tour, 4 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear the history of early American holiday traditions on an
evening
walking tour. Learn how colonial Newporters recognized (or didn’t) the
holidays.
Reservations Required. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. $5 children ages 5 -
12.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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46th
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 tree lighting. Free. (401) 849-3478. info@bowenswharf.com |
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Swanhurst
Chorus Concert, 8 p.m. Emmanuel Church at the corner
of Spring and Dearborn Streets. Swanhurst Chorus, Newport
County’s standing
choral ensemble for over 87 years, will offer “Beethoven’s Missa in C
and other Works ” under the direction of conductor Edwin
Milham. Tickets are $20 in
advance, $25 at the door, and $10 for full-time students. For tickets
or more information, call 401-682-1630 or visit www.Swanhurst.org
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 8th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 9th. 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 - Sunday
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Colony
House Site Tour, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Site Tour of the Historic Colony House.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with
ID. Subject to site and guide
availability.Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Christmas
Tree & Wreath Sale to benefit Cluny School,
10am-4pm. IYRS parking lot, 449 Lower Thames Street. Fresh &
fragrant 24-inch, double-faced Canadian balsam wreaths, lovingly
hand-decorated by Cluny School parents. Free delivery with tree
purchase to anywhere in Newport. Proceeds to benefit Cluny School,
Newport’s only Catholic elementary school. For pricing and other info.
go to http://clunyschool.org/christmas-tree-wreath-sale/
or phone 401-525-1980. |
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Golden
to Gilded Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. From Newport’s Colonial Golden Age to Gilded Age summer colony,
discover the transformation of the city and its people.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Visit
with Santa Claus at the Breakers
noon-3 p.m., 44 Ochre Point Ave. The Jolly old elf will visit with
children and hear their Christmas wish list. Refreshments. Regular
daytime admission. For info 847-1000. www.newportmansions.org |
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Christmas
at Whitehall, 2-4 p.m., Whitehall
Museum House, 311 Berkeley Ave., Middletown. Enjoy wassail and
Christmas treats lwhile viewing 18th century Whitehall by candlelight.
Sponsored by The
National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the state of RI.
Free. 401-480-4183. www.whitehallmuseumhouse.org |
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Newport
Community Band Holiday Concert, 3 p.m., Casino Theatre,
9 Freebody St. SRU Newport Community Band, Jazz Ensemble, and Flute
Ensemble performing holiday favorites. Admission $8, $5 seniors,
students. 401-341-2295, or email: davisp@salve.edu.
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The
Rhode Island Civic Chorale and Orchestra, Conducted by Edw. Markward,
3 p.m., St. Joseph's Church, 5 Mann Ave., Bach's Christmas Oratorio
(sung in English) with featured soloists. General Admission $30,
Advance $27, Seniors $24, Students with Id $10. 401-521-5670.
www.ricco.org |
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Joint
Advent Service of Lessons and Carols by the Combined choirs of St.
John's Church and Emmanual Church, and Choristers of The Choir School
of Newport County,
5 p.m., St. John the Evangelist, 61 Washington St. at Willow
St. Free will offering. Incense free and Child Friendly for
ages 5 and up. 401-848-2561.
www.saintjohns-newport.org |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 8th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 9th. 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 - Monday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 8th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 9th. 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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Rogues
and Scoundrels Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were
punished.
Find out why this colony was known as “Rogue’s Island.”
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members. Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and
841-8770. |
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December
6th - Tuesday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 8th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 9th. 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 - Wednesday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 8th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 9th. 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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Holiday
Caberet-Carrigan and Friends,
7 p.m., Edward King House, 35 King St. Special night of Holiday
entertainment with 2016 Beach Idol winner Carrigan Nelson, Newport's
Jimmy Winters, local favorites Ben O'Connor and more. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Suggested
donation $10. 846-7426. www.edwardkinghouse.org |
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December
8th - Thursday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 8th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 9th. 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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Newport
Gallery Night
5-8 p.m., Member galleries, museums and cultural institutions are open
and host special events, artists, demos, etc. Free. 401-935-8591. www.newportgalleries.org |
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Lecture:
The Creation of Rhode Island's Revolutionary Artillery Force,
5:30 p.m.,
Newport Historical Society, 82 Touro Street. On December 8, 1774, the
Rhode Island Assembly voted to move the cannon from Newport's Fort
George
to Providence in order to "prevent their falling into the hands of the
King." This was a signal event both in
Rhode Island's break with royal authority and in the designation of a
new capital. This talk explores those
events and their consequences in the context of New England's move
toward war in the fall of 1774.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $5 per
person. 841-8770. |
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Student’s
Impressions of Christmas in Newport
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Newport Yacht Club, 110 Long Wharf. Student
K-12 art exhibit, commemorative Christmas in Newport postmark, United
States Postal Service. Free, light refreshments. 846-9410. The US Post
Office will display a sample of the artwork in the 320 Thames St. Main
Lobby from Dec. 9-20th. |
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9th
Annual Singing for Shelter Acoustic Christmas Concert
7-9:30 p.m., Channing Church, 135 Pelham St. Various Local Musicians.
For the benefit of Lucy's Hearth and the McKinney Shelter. $18 in
advance, $20 at the door, (Children with an adult are free). Tickets,
call 835-7209 or MGorman20@COX.NET
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December
9th - Friday
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Rogues
and Scoundrels Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were
punished.
Find out why this colony was known as “Rogue’s Island.”
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. Weather permitting.
Reservations: 846-0813 and
841-8770. |
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Newport
Holiday Lantern Walking Tour, 4 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear the history of early American holiday traditions on an
evening
walking tour. Learn how colonial Newporters recognized (or didn’t) the
holidays.
Reservations Required. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. $5 children ages 5 -
12.
Weather permitting.
. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Cookies
Decorating & Crafts for the Season,
5-7 p.m. Homewood Suites 348 West Main, Middletown. Children
ages 1 - 12. Enjoy decorating cookies and crafts with a holiday theme.
FREE Event! Reservations are not required. |
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Christmas
Concert: The Reason for the Season, 7 p.m., Mt.
Zion A.M.E Church, 31-33 Van Zandt Ave., An evening of music and poetry
by various local choirs and musicians. Free will offering. 849-3569. mtzionamel@verizon.net |
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Christmas
in Song by the Newport Navy Choristers, 7:30 p.m., St.
Lucy’s Church, 909 W. Main Rd., Middletown. Concert to benefit Dare to
Dream Ranch. Admission $12 adults, children/seniors
$8 849-1135. www.newportnavychoristers.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.
Free. 847-7565. www.stgeorges.edu |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 10 to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 11th. 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 - Saturday
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Colony
House Site Tour, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Site Tour of the Historic Colony House.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with
ID. Subject to site and guide
availability.Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Artisan
Craft Fair & Boutique
Sale at Potter League for Animals, 10-5 p.m. 87 Oliphant
Ln. Middletown. 846-0592 X116. www.potterleahgue.org
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Christmas
Treasures Artisan Show, 10 to 4 p.m., Trinity Chruch,
One Queen Ann Square. An assortment of local artisans selling their
wares. Free. 862-4474.
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Christmas
with the Whitehornes, 10-2 p.m., Whitehorne House, 416
Thames St. Step back in time and experience the traditional Christmas
festivities of 1800's Newport. Receive a booklet of authentic recipes
from Mrs. Whitehorne's own Sugar House Book. $8 adults, $5 for NHS
members and military, 18 yrs and under free.
www.newportrestoration.org |
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UnDecked
Halls: Behind the Scenes at Doris Duke’s Mansion in Winter, Rough Point,
10a.m. – 3 p.m., 680 Bellevue Ave. Experience the quiet house, see the
decorated staff wing, and hear about Miss Duke’s tropical holiday.
Learn how Rough Point’s winter caretaking traditions have remained the
same for the past half century. Tour the first floor and enjoy
refreshments in the staff dining room, not normally open to the public.
Tours offered every ˝ hour. Adults $10, children under 12 Free.
846-4152 x122.
www.newportrestoration.org |
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Discover
Colonial Newport Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear stories of religious diversity and entrepreneurship during
Newport’s
colonial era.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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The
Emmanuel Church Handbell Choir performs at seamen's Church Institute,
11 a.m.-12 p.m. 18 Market Sq. Free. 847-4260
www.seamensnewport.org
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Santa
Claus at Clock Tower Square, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 103
Clock Tower Square, West Main Road, (RT114), Portsmouth. A visit with
Santa Claus and cookie decorating is offered. Sponsored by the
Merchants at Clock Tower Sq. Free. For more info call 401-682-2272 or
email DAWinthrop@cox.net |
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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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House
tour of Seamen's Church Institute,
12 p.m. 18 Market Sq. Behind the scenes tour of this 1930 waterfront
institute, featuring the Chapel of the Sea which was designed and
painted by the well-respected artist Durr Freedley, living in Newport
in the early 1900s. Display exhibition, Wood, Wind and Water: The
Genius of F. Spaulding Dunbar. Free. 847-4260
www.seamensnewport.org
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Christmas
Choral Concert, 8 p.m., Ochre Court, 100 Ochre Point
Ave.
Performances by the Salve Regina Chorus and Madrigals. $8 general
admission,
$5 seniors, students. 401-341-2295.stjeand@salve.edu
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Newport
Holiday Lantern Walking Tour, 4 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear the history of early American holiday traditions on an
evening
walking tour. Learn how colonial Newporters recognized (or didn’t) the
holidays.
Reservations Required. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. $5 children ages 5 -
12.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Holiday
Movie Night.
5-7 p.m. Hampton Inn & Suites 317 West Main,
Middletown.
Children ages 1 - 12. Enjoy a holiday movie, popcorn and make your own
hot cocoa bar. FREE Event! Reservations are not required. |
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December
11th - Sunday
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Colony
House Site Tour, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Site Tour of the Historic Colony House.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with
ID. Subject to site and guide
availability.Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Golden
to Gilded Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. From Newport’s Colonial Golden Age to Gilded Age summer colony,
discover the transformation of the city and its people.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Visit
with Santa Claus at Marble House
noon-3 p.m., Bellevue Ave. The Jolly old elf will visit with
children and hear their Christmas wish list. Refreshments. Regular
daytime admission. For info 847-1000. www.newportmansions.org |
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Visit
with Santa Claus at the Newport Visitors Center
noon-3 p.m., America's Cup Ave. Come visit Santa in front of the
Largest Gingerbreat Lighthouse in America. Take photos and give Santa
your wish list. Sponsored by Discover Newport. |
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Christmas
at the White House, 2
p.m.,Paradise School, Corner of Paradise and Prospect Ave, Middletown.
Middletown Historical Society is hosting Patricia Perry, historical
interpreter, to take one on a journey of Christmas past. Admission $5
at the door. www.middletownhistory.org |
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Holiday
Silver Tea, 2
p.m., Edward King House, 35 King St. Including an old fashion holiday
sing along. OPEN
TO THE PUBLIC. $10 per person
846-7426. www.edwardkinghouse.org |
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Traditional
Christmas Tea at St. Columba’s Chapel Parish Hall, 3-5
p.m.,Sittings at 3 & 4 pm, 55 Vaucluse Ave., Middletown. Bring
your friends and enjoy an oasis of calm in a busy season. $12 adults,
$5 children under 12. 847-5571. 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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Christmas
Choral Concert, 3 p.m., Ochre Court, 100 Ochre Point
Ave.
Performances by the Salve Regina Chorus and Madrigals. $8 general
admission,
$5 seniors, students. 401-341-2295.stjeand@salve.edu
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Blue
Christmas Service at St. Peters Lutheran Church, 4
p.m., 525 Broadway. Service for those suffering loss to find
hope and healing for the holidays. 846-9567. Pastorstpetersri@gmail.com |
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27th
Annual Christmas in Sign presented by the James L. Maher Center,
5
p.m., at the Casino Theater, 9 Freebody St. Christmas and holiday music
presented in sign language under black light. Admission is Free
846-0340 x104. www.mahercenter.org |
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Music
of the Season, 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church,
Broadway at Everett St. Brass, organ, handbells and vocal choir, and an
opportunity to sing some favorite carols. Free. 847-1749. email: music@FPCNEWPORT.ORG.
In the event of inclement weather the re-schedule date is
Dec. 18th. |
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December
12th - Monday
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Rogues
and Scoundrels Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were
punished.
Find out why this colony was known as “Rogue’s Island.”
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. Weather permitting.
Reservations: 846-0813 and
841-8770. |
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Annual
Christmas Concert sponsored by St. Vincent de Paul Society,
6:30
p.m., at Jesus Saviour Church, 509 Broadway. Wakefield Concert Band
performing. Admission is $10.
846-0115. www.choirgirlmarie@gov.com |
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Hanukah
Celebration of Light,
7
p.m., Edward King House, 35 King St. Featuring lighting of the menorah,
the story of Hunukah, live music and traditional foods of the season. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Goodwill offering.
846-7426. www.edwardkinghouse.org |
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December
13th - Tuesday
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Christmas
at the Inns Tour, 1-5 p.m. Seven participating Inns;
Francis Malbone House, 392 Thames St.,; Cliffside Inn, 2 Seaview Ave.;
Ivy Lodge, 12 Clay St.; Sarah Kendall House, 47 Washington St.; Samuel
Drufee House, 352 Spring St.; Hydrangea House, 16 Bellevue Ave.; and
Hilltop Inn, 2 Kay St. $20 for all 7 inns payable at first inn toured.
Proceeds to benefit Lucy's Hearth. 864-4485.
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105th
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. 847-7565. www.stgeorges.edu |
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December
14th - Wednesday
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Christmas
at the Inns Tour, 3-7 p.m. Seven participating Inns;
Francis Malbone House, 392 Thames St.,; Cliffside Inn, 2 Seaview Ave.;
Ivy Lodge, 12 Clay St.; Sarah Kendall House, 47 Washington St.; Samuel
Drufee House, 352 Spring St.; Hydrangea House, 16 Bellevue Ave.; and
Hilltop Inn, 2 Kay St. $20 for all 7 inns payable at first inn toured.
Proceeds to benefit Lucy's Hearth. 864-4485.
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30th
annual WADK Christmas Concert at The Newport Marriott, 7
p.m. with the Jamestown Community Chorus and Larry Brown's Swinglane
Orchestra. Free admission. Donations
of non-periishable food items for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Center are welcome.
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December
15th - Thursday
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Caroling
on Broadway
3:30 p.m., Starting at the Colony House and sponsored by the Off
Broadway Neighborhood Association. Join local musician Christopher
Carbone, Thompson Middle School chorus and OBNA in a Carol' along
Broadway. 401-481-5135. www.OBNA@amyhoag.com |
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Christmas
on the Point, 7 p.m. Church of St. John the Evangelist,
61 Washington St. at Willow St. Congregational caroling, guest soloists
featuring Mozart's 'Coronation' Mass invC with choir, strings and
organ, along with a traditional reading of the Christmas story.
Suggested donation $15, Seniors/Students $10, children ages 5-12 free.
8482561.
www.saintjohns-newport.org
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December
16th - Friday
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Rogues
and Scoundrels Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were
punished.
Find out why this colony was known as “Rogue’s Island.”
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. Weather permitting.
Reservations: 846-0813 and
841-8770. |
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Edward
King House Singers present a Holiday Concert,
11:15 a.m., Edward King House, 35 King St. Holiday favorites from the
1950's to present. Singing along is always welcome. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Goodwill
offering.
846-7426. www.edwardkinghouse.org |
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Newport
Holiday Lantern Walking Tour, 4 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear the history of early American holiday traditions on an
evening
walking tour. Learn how colonial Newporters recognized (or didn’t) the
holidays.
Reservations Required. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. $5 children ages 5 -
12.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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December
17th - Saturday
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Colony
House Site Tour, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Site Tour of the Historic Colony House.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with
ID. Subject to site and guide
availability.Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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UnDecked
Halls: Behind the Scenes at Doris Duke’s Mansion in Winter, Rough Point,
10a.m. – 3 p.m., 680 Bellevue Ave. Experience the quiet house, see the
decorated staff wing, and hear about Miss Duke’s tropical holiday.
Learn how Rough Point’s winter caretaking traditions have remained the
same for the past half century. Tour the first floor and enjoy
refreshments in the staff dining room, not normally open to the public.
Tours offered every ˝ hour. Adults $10, children under 12 Free.
846-4152 x122.
www.newportrestoration.org |
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Discover
Colonial Newport Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear stories of religious diversity and entrepreneurship during
Newport’s
colonial era.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Santa
Claus at Brick Market Place, Noon-3 p.m., 223 Goddard
Row, Brick Market Place. A visit with
Santa Claus, face painting and cookie decorating is offered. Sponsored
by the
Stores at Brick Market Place. Free. For more info call 401-846-3999 or
email DAWinthrop@cox.net |
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Community
Tree Decorating at Seamen's Church Institute,
18 Market Sq. 1 p.m. for tree decorating, bring an ornament and help
decorate the tree. 2 p.m. Santa arrives and will read a classic
Christmas tale. Free. 847-4260.
www.seamensnewport.org |
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Newport
Holiday Lantern Walking Tour, 4 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear the history of early American holiday traditions on an
evening
walking tour. Learn how colonial Newporters recognized (or didn’t) the
holidays.
Reservations Required. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. $5 children ages 5 -
12.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Swanhurst
Chorus 24th Annual Messiah and Carol Sing, 7 p.m.
Emmanual Church, corner of Speing and Dearborn St.
Swanhurst Chorus under the direction of conductor Edwin Milham offers
the 24th Annual “Messiah and Carol Sing: The Christmas Story”, a
beloved tradition of Christmas in Newport. This special
evening will feature much of the Christmas portion of Handel’s Messiah
as well as beloved carols, plus selections by Swanhurst’s Chamber
Singers and the telling of the Christmas Story. Bring your own score
and sing along or just sit and be immersed in the glorious sounds of
the season. Scores will be available for rent. A festive “Wassail Bowl”
reception for all will follow. Admission is $10, $5 for children 12 and
under, and $25 maximum per family, and will be available at the door.
For more info, call 401-682-1630 or visit www.Swanhurst.org
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December
18th - Sunday
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Old
Fashioned Christmas Pagent, 9:30 a.m., St. Peter's
Lutheran Church, 525 Broadway. The service is designed to help us not
only hear the familiar story aain, but to enter into it, letting it
become part of us and us part of it. All are welcome. 846-9567. Pastorstpetersri@gmail.com |
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Note
– Reschedule date for Music of the Season, if cancelled
on Dec. 11. |
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Colony
House Site Tour, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Site Tour of the Historic Colony House.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with
ID. Subject to site and guide
availability.Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Golden
to Gilded Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. From Newport’s Colonial Golden Age to Gilded Age summer colony,
discover the transformation of the city and its people.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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St.
Petersburg (Russian) Men’s Ensemble In Concert, 10
a.m. and 2 p.m., Emmanuel Church, 42 Dearborn St. This ensemble will
present a dazzling concert of Russian choral music and folk songs for
the season. $20 suggested donation for the 2 p.m. concert. 847-0675. www.emmanuelnewport.org |
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Visit
with Santa Claus at the Elms
noon-3 p.m., 44 Ochre Point Ave. The Jolly old elf will visit with
children and hear their Christmas wish list. Refreshments. Regular
daytime admission. For info 847-1000. www.newportmansions.org |
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American
Girl Holiday Party,
2-3:30 p.m. Edward King House Senior Center, 35 King St. Crafts, cookie
decorating, fashion stroll. Sponsored by the Newport Recreation Dept.
Advanced Reservations are required, limited availability, $15 per
child. Reservations at 845-5800.www.cityofnewport.com |
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Visit
with Santa Claus at Howard Johnson Inn,
4-5:15 p.m., West Main Rd, Middletown. Have photos taken with Santa
from 4 –4:15
(first come first served) as well as cookie decorating. Santa will then
read “Twas the night before christmas” from 5 to 515 when he has to
head back to the North Pole. info call 401-849-2000
ext 316. |
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Rhode
Island Ballet Theater presents Alice meets the Nutcracker,
3 p.m.
Stanford White Casino Theatre, 9 Freebody St. A holiday dance show
featuring Alice in Wonderland and Nutcracker variations for
children and families. $25 per person. 847-5301. www.ribt-nm@cox.net |
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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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Live
Nativity at St. Peters Lutheran Church, 5-7
p.m., 525 Broadway. Hear the choir of the Community Baptist
Church at 5:00 p.m., watch the Nativity Story from 5:30-7 p.m. Pet the
sheep or be part of the Live Nativity with pictures. Enjoy cookies and
cocoa, and create your own nativity to take home. Sing with the Angels
from 6:45-7 p.m. In case of inclement weather all activities will be
held inside. All are welcome. 846-9567. Pastorstpetersri@gmail.com |
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December
19th - Monday
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Rogues
and Scoundrels Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were
punished.
Find out why this colony was known as “Rogue’s Island.”
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. Weather permitting.
Reservations: 846-0813 and
841-8770. |
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A
Living Nativity presented by Cluny School,
6 p.m. 75 Brenton Rd. Live Animals and choral music enhance this annual
reenactment of the "first Christmas" under the stars. A gift to the
community expressing the true meaning of Christmas. Hot chocolate and
sweets served before and after the presentation which lasts 25-30
minutes. Please bring a blanket and flashlight. Free Rain date is Dec.
21st.
401-847-6043. http://clunyschool.org/living-nativity/
NOTICE:
POSTPONED
TO WEDNESDAY DEC. 21st |
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December
20th - Tuesday
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December
21st - Wednesday
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Rain
Date for A
Living Nativity presented by Cluny School,
See December 19th listing. |
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December
22nd - Thursday
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December
23rd - Friday
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Rogues
and Scoundrels Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were
punished.
Find out why this colony was known as “Rogue’s Island.”
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. Weather permitting.
Reservations: 846-0813 and
841-8770. |
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Newport
Holiday Lantern Walking Tour, 4 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear the history of early American holiday traditions on an
evening
walking tour. Learn how colonial Newporters recognized (or didn’t) the
holidays.
Reservations Required. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. $5 children ages 5 -
12.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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December
24th - Saturday
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Colony
House Site Tour, 10 a.m. only,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Site Tour of the Historic Colony House.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with
ID. Subject to site and guide
availability.Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Discover
Colonial Newport Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear stories of religious diversity and entrepreneurship during
Newport’s
colonial era.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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CHRISTMAS
EVE SERVICES ISLAND CHURCHES |
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Family
Serice with Pagent and Carols, St. Columba's Chapel,
5:00, 55 Vaucluse Ave. Middletown. A traditional Christmas Eve Family
Service. 847-5571. www.stcolumbaschapel.org
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Come
celebrate with us on Christmas Eve: Holy Eucharist and
Children’s Christmas Pageant in the chapel at 4 pm (our most popular
service—plan to arrive early). Holy Eucharist with choir and cello in
the church at 6 pm (carols begin at 5:30). Holy Eucharist with harp and
carols at 9 pm (carols begin at 8:30).
846-9700. www.smcportsmouth.org |
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Candlelit
Christmas Eve Services, 5 and 10 p.m. Church
of St. John the Evangelist, 61 Washington St. at Willow St. Incense at
10 p.m. mass only848-2561. www.saintjohns-newport.org |
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"Quiet
Christmas" St. Columba's Chapel , 7:30 p.m., 55
Vaucluse
Ave. Middletown. A Meditative Service with acoustic guitar and keyboard
accompanying carols. 847-5571.
www.stcolumbaschapel.org
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Choral
Eucharist with Choir, St. Columba's Chapel, 10 p.m., 55
Vaucluse Ave. Middletown. A Traditional Christmas Eve Service. 847-5571.www.stcolumbaschapel.org
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Christmas
Eve, St. Peters Lutheran Church, 7
p.m., 525 Broadway. All are welcome. 846-9567. Pastorstpetersri@gmail.com |
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December
25th - Sunday
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WADK
Radio 29th Annual Christmas Concert, 9 a.m.,
featuring the Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra and the Marley Bridges
Theater Company Choral Ensemble. Tune to WADK AM1540 |
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A
JOYOUS CHRISTMAS TO ALL
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A
Christmas Morning Celebration with Carols at Church of St. John the
Evangelist, 9 a.m., 61 Washington St. at Willow St.
(Incense free service) 848-2561. www.saintjohns-newport.org |
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Christmas
Day Services St. Columba's Chapel , 8 a.m. Holy
Eucharist, 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist with Music, 55 Vaucluse
Ave. Middletown. 847-5571.
www.stcolumbaschapel.org
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Christmas
Day Service, St. Peters Lutheran Church, 9:30
a.m., 525 Broadway. All are welcome. 846-9567. Pastorstpetersri@gmail.com |
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Christmas
Day Service with Holy Eucharist and music, 9
a.m. St, Mary's
Episcopal Church, 324 East Main Rd. Portsmouth. 846-9700. www.smcportsmouth.org |
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December
26th - Monday
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Rogues
and Scoundrels Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were
punished.
Find out why this colony was known as “Rogue’s Island.”
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. Weather permitting.
Reservations: 846-0813 and
841-8770. |
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CANCELLED
FOR 2016 46th
Annual Christmas in Newport Candlelight Tour of Historic Private Homes,
4-7 p.m. Maps available at the Newport
Visitor Information Center in
mid-December. $3 per house, payable at the door of each house,
different houses open each day of tour. No
advance reservations are necessary.
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December
27th - Tuesday
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UnDecked
Halls: Behind the Scenes at Doris Duke’s Mansion in Winter, Rough Point,
10a.m. – 3 p.m., 680 Bellevue Ave. Experience the quiet house, see the
decorated staff wing, and hear about Miss Duke’s tropical holiday.
Learn how Rough Point’s winter caretaking traditions have remained the
same for the past half century. Tour the first floor and enjoy
refreshments in the staff dining room, not normally open to the public.
Tours offered every ˝ hour. Adults $10, children under 12 Free.
846-4152 X122.
www.newportrestoration.org |
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CANCELLED FOR 2016 46th
Annual Christmas in Newport Candlelight Tour of Historic Private Homes,
4-7 p.m. Maps available at the Newport
Visitor Information Center in
mid-December. $3 per house, payable at the door of each house,
different houses open each day of tour. No
advance reservations are necessary.
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December
28th - Wednesday
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CANCELLED
FOR 2016 46th
Annual Christmas in Newport Candlelight Tour of Historic Private Homes,
4-7 p.m. Maps available at the
Newport
Visitor Information Center in
mid-December. $3 per house, payable at the door of each house,
different houses open each day of tour.
401-741-5920. No
advance reservations are necessary.
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December
29th - Thursday
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December
30th - Friday
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Rogues
and Scoundrels Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were
punished.
Find out why this colony was known as “Rogue’s Island.”
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. Weather permitting.
Reservations: 846-0813 and
841-8770. |
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Newport
Holiday Lantern Walking Tour, 4 p.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear the history of early American holiday traditions on an
evening
walking tour. Learn how colonial Newporters recognized (or didn’t) the
holidays.
Reservations Required. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID. $5 children ages 5 -
12.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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December
31st - Saturday
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Colony
House Site Tour, 10 a.m. only,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Site Tour of the Historic Colony House.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with
ID. Subject to site and guide
availability.Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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Discover
Colonial Newport Walking Tour, 10:30 a.m.,
Departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames
Street. Hear stories of religious diversity and entrepreneurship during
Newport’s
colonial era.
Reservations Suggested. Walk in space may not be available. $15/adults;
$10/NHS members and active duty military with ID.
Weather permitting. Reservations: 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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New
Years Eve Service. 5
p.m. St, Mary's
Episcopal Church, 324 East Main Rd. Portsmouth. 846-9700. www.smcportsmouth.org |
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ADDITIONAL
ATTRACTIONS
Newport
Skating Center, America's Cup Avenue. Planned
opening and tree lighting at 5 p.m. on Friday December 9th. Visit: www.newportskatingcenter.com/rates/.
Fort
Adams Guided Tours, Noon-2 p.m., historic Fort Adams,
90 Fort Adams Dr. The one hour tour includes nearly 1 mile of walking,
dress for the weather and severe weather cancels the tour. $12 adults,
$6 youth from 6-17 yrs. See website for discounts.
841-0707 www.FortAdams.org
Giant
Holiday Gingerbread Light House, Discover
Newport, in partnership with the Newport Marriott, is delighted to be a
part of Christmas in Newport as the Newport Marriott’s kitchen team
completes construction on New England’s largest working gingerbread
lighthouse. The artfully decorated culinary creation is located in the
lobby of the Newport Visitor Information Center and will be completed
Tuesday, Dec. 6. open daily at Discover Newport Visitors Center,
America’s Cup
Ave.
International
Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum, Newport Casino, Bellevue
Ave. Open 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission.
849-3990. www.tennisfame.com.
Museum and
Shop at the Brick Market, 127 Thames St., open daily 10
a.m. in December (closed 12/25). 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
Newport Art
Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave. Open Tues.-Sat. 10 – 4 p.m.,
Sunday 12-4 p.m. Closed Dec. 25. Admission, ongoing exhibits
in Dec. 848-8200. www.newportartmuseum.org
Newport
Historical Society Museum and Library, 82 Touro St. Open
Tuesday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 9:30 a.m. – noon.
846-0813. www.newporthistory.org
Preservation
Society of Newport County, Bellevue Ave. The
Breakers, The Elms, & Marble House. Three
magnificently decorated houses adorned with period-inspired ornaments,
elaborate yuletide decorations, fresh flowers, trees, wreaths and
garlands. The Breakers 9 a.m.-4 p.m., The Elms and Marble
House 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission. All three houses $28 adult,
$9 children 6-17 yrs. For more info 847-1000 or www.newportmansions.org
Properties closed Christmas Day.
Holiday
Evening at The Breakers, Dec 6, 13, 27. Live holiday
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
Holiday
Evening Duet at the Elms and Marble House, Dec
20. 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. 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
Redwood
Library, 50 Bellevue Ave. Open Monday-Saturday
9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., with late hours on Thursdays until 8 p.m., and
Sunday 1–5 p.m. 847-0292. www.redwoodlibrary.org
Touro
Synagogue, 72 Touro Street. Winter tour hours: Sundays
every half hour from 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Loeb Visitors Center open
Sundays from 11:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. Adults $12, seniors $10, students
& military $8, children under 12 free. For more information:
401-847-4794 X207 or tourosynagogue.org.
Trinity
Church, Queen Anne Square. Guided tours on Saturdays
from 1-3 p.m. and Sundays after morning service, approx. 11:15 to 3
p.m., plus Boxing Day through New Year’s Eve 1-3 p.m. $5 suggested
donation, children free. 846-0660. www.trinitynewport.org
Fort Adams
Tours, Guided tours depart from the Fort Adams Visitor
Center daily at 12:00pm and 2:00pm; Ticket office opens 15min prior to
tour. View the officer’s quarters, climb the walls to breathtaking
views of Newport Harbor and explore the underground tunnels. Tours are
primarily outdoors and involve nearly 1 mile or walking. Proper dress
and footwear required. Heavy snow/ rain will cancel tours.
401-841-0707. www.fortadams.org
Holidays
by the Sea during the month of December, Sparkling
Lights, weekly raffles and holiday celebrations throughout all of
Newport County. 847-1608 www.NewportChamber.com\HolidaysbytheSea
International
Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum, Newport Casino,
Bellevue
Avenue. Open 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission. 849-3990 www.TennisFame.com
Museum
and Shop at the Brick Market, 127 Thames St., open
daily 10 a.m. in December (closed at 2 p.m. 12/24 and 12/31, closed
12/25). 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
Newport
Historical Society Museum and Library, 82 Touro St.
Open Tuesday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 9:30 a.m. –
noon. 846-0813. www.newporthistory.org
Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. Dec. 2,3,9,10,16,17,23,30. (No tours on
Christmas Eve 12/24 or New Years Eve 12/31). 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.
Preservation
Society of Newport County, Bellevue Ave. The Breakers,
The Elms, & Marble House. Three magnificently decorated houses
adorned with period-inspired ornaments, elaborate yuletide decorations,
fresh flowers, trees, wreaths and garlands. The Breakers & The
Elms 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Marble House 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission. All
three houses $29.49 adult, $9 children 6-17 yrs. For more info 847-1000
or www.newportmansions.org.
Properties Closed on Christmas Day.
Holiday
Evenings at The Breakers, Dec 3, 10. Live holiday
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.
Holiday
Evening Duet at The Elms and Marble House, Dec 17.
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. 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
Synagogue, 72 Touro Street. Winter tour hours: Sundays
(except December 25th, see next listing for December 26th)
every half hour from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. with last tour at 1:30 p.m. Loeb
Visitors Center open Sundays (except December 25th, see next listing
for December 26th) from 11:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. Adults $12,
seniors $10, students & military $8, children under 12 free.
For more information: 401-847-4794 X207 or www.tourosynagogue.org.
Touro
Synagogue and the Loeb Visitors Center is having an OPEN HOUSE , 72
Touro Street. Monday, December 26 from 12 - 2pm. Enjoy the exhibits,
history and architecture and join us for cookies and cider on the
patio. This event is free and open to the public. For more information:
401-847-4794 X207 or tours@tourosynagogue.org.
Congregation
Jeshuat Israel at Touro Synagogue will host a community Chanukah Party,
Sunday, January 1, 2017 from
3:00pm – 5:00pm at the Levi Gale House, 85 Touro
Street, Newport. Come light the Chanukah candles and stay to enjoy
latkes and all the
trimmings, music, dancing, children’s entertainment and more. We
welcome you to join
us.
Space is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Please email cji@tourosynagogue.org
Trinity
Church, Queen Anne Square. Guided tours on Saturdays
from 1-3 p.m. and Sundays after morning service, approx. 11:15 to 3
p.m., plus Boxing Day through New Year’s Eve 1-3 p.m. $5 suggested
donation, children free. 846-0660. or www.trinitynewport.org.
The
Colony House on Washington Square is decorated on the exterior by the
Newport Garden Club.
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