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Newport Rhode Island Blog

The Newport Rhode Island Blog is my mini-journal about Newport. It'll keep you updated on any new pages on Newport Discovery Guide.

It will also update you on things that I think you may be interested in, such as:

Do some souvenir shopping on Thames Street


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Courtyard Marriott - Perfect for business travelers/Close to Newport Naval Base

The Courtyard Marriott is the perfect hotel for business travelers and those wishing to be near the Newport Naval Base. Enjoy the larger workspaces, high speed internet and indoor/outdoor pool.

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Ride the Wave with Joe Caruso Benefit

One Love, One Heart, Let's Get Together and Feel Alright!

Join us at the Hyatt Regency Newport for an afternoon of fabulous food, fun, live entertainment (Astro-Zombies) and prizes! The Silent Auction will feature items such as a Rip Curl wet-suit, exciting trips, fishing charter, restaurant gift certificates and much more!

Due to the generous sponsors for this event, ALL proceeds raised will go directly to the Linda and Joe Caruso Family Fund.


Tickets will be available beginning Friday at:

Newport County YMCA with Shannon D'Eramo 401.841.5357

Rewards Desk at the Newport Grand

Diane DiFazio at the Hyatt Newport

Frank Martucci 401.330.7635.

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Relay for Life on Aquidneck Island Fundraiser

Now - March 8, 2010

Help us raise money for the American Cancer Society's RELAY FOR LIFE with an online purchase from the Angela Moore collection.

Purchase any non-sale item from Angela Moore's website: www.angelamoore.com, between now and March 8th 2010 and 15% of all sales will go to RELAY FOR LIFE .

Here's how:

Step 1. Visit Angela Moore and enjoy shopping for hand-crafted jewelry, home decor and resort wear.

Step 2. At the checkout, enter the RELAY FOR LIFE Hostess number: 300570 , in the in the area indicated (before clicking "Finalize My Order") to ensure that RELAY FOR LIFE receives a percentage of the sales.

Items will ship out 1 - 3 business days after you place your order.

Click for more info


Newport Babysitting Services Inc. - Creative Childcare Anywhere!

Newport Babysitting Services brings professional babysitting to your doorstep and beyond. Whether you need a babysitter for a night or a nanny for the summer, we can help.

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Last Day of the Winter Festival - Get out there and enjoy it!

Today's highlights:

11am-2pm - People's Credit Union's Festival Day at Easton's Beach - Children's Block Hunt, carousel rides, Sand/Snow Sculpture Contest

12pm- Polar Bear Plunge Easton's Beach

11-5pm - Paint Your Own Pottery Studio Accidental Artist, 516 Thames St

7-9pm - Winter Community Concert Rhode Island Wind Ensemble Marriott Hotel Atrium

Click here for today's schedule of events

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Newport Rhode Island Hotels - Mill Street Inn

Few Newport Rhode Island hotels can provide you with the combination of luxury and location like the Mill Street Inn. Just steps from downtown, shopping and the waterfront.

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What are you doing home reading this? Winter Fest is still going on this weekend!

Winter Fest is still going on this weekend, so if you haven't gotten to any of the events yet, you still have today and tomorrow.

Tonight's highlights:

  • 7:30pm - Rat Pack Tribute Performance at the Hyatt
  • 8:30pm-12:30am - Jazz with the Al Wilson Trio at Atlantic Beach Club
  • 9:30am-11pm - Sovereign Bank Family Skating Center Adult Skate
  • 10pm - Live Music with "King Friday" and DJ at the Gas Lamp Grille, 206 Thames Street
  • 10pm-1am - Annual Winter Bash with live band "Those Guys" at the Rhino Bar and Grille - 337 Thames Street

Click here for today's schedule of events

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Newport RI - From the Vault #2

Check out these old Newport RI photos. I'll try to open the vault every so often and post some of these great shots of the "City by the Sea". These are old shots of Fort Adams.

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Promote Your Newport RI Event!

Do you have an upcoming event you'd like to promote?

Simply fill out the form on our Events page and we'll add your event to the calendar.

If you have any friends, family or acquaintances with events going on, send them this link so they can promote it!

Feel free to keep us posted on whatever you have going on.

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Winter Fest - Monday February 15

There's plenty going on today all over Newport. If you're lucky enough to be off, check out some of the events:

Newport Mansion Tours

Variety of activities at the Tennis Hall of Fame

11:30am-4pm - Children's Fair at the Marriott Ballroom

7pm - Matt Roberts Comedy Magic Show - Jane Pickens Theatre & Event Center

For more info and event schedule:

Website and Winter Fest event calendar

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Winter Fest Continues This Week!

Major events this week:

2/16- Samuel Adams Beer Dinner@ The mooring Seafood Kitchen Dinner will be priced at $50/$45 with buttons

2/17- 10th Annual Martini Contest @ Cocktail Lounge at Newport Grand-Free admission

2/18- Annual Best Hot Drink Contest @ The Red Parrot-Free admission

2/19- Illusion Quest performed by David Garrity @ Hyatt Regency Tickets are on sale for $10/$6 with buttons

2/20- 9th Annual Pizza Cook- Off@ Hyatt Regency Tickets are on sale for $10/$8 with buttons

- Rat Pack Performance @ Hyatt Regency Tickets on sale for $30/$25 with buttons

For more info, call: 401-847- 7666

Website and Winter Fest event calendar

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Newport Bed and Breakfasts - Ivy Lodge

One of the best Newport bed and breakfasts for romantic vacation accommodations. Come see why guests of the Ivy Lodge rave about it!

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Kick off the Winter Festival at some Newport Bars!

REGGAE NIGHT tonight at the Rhino Bar (corner of Thames Street and America's Cup Avenue) with "Roots Reaction".

NO Cover. $3 Heinekens.

COLLEGE NIGHT in the Mamba Room Dance Club w/ DJ Chris.

$2 beers, $3 Drinks, shot specials and more! Come early to get in.

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BeatleMania is back!

Travel back in time as members from "The Cast of Beatlemania" key up the memories, drive the images and trigger the events of the Beatles' Era in a live concert.

29 renditions that take us back to "Yesterday" and "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" to "Here Comes the Sun" and "Hey Jude."

Friday 2/12 at 9 pm at the Newport Mariott

More info and Winter Fest event calendar.


Newport Winter Festival kicks off Friday 2/12!

Many amazing events going on, but here are some highlights:

  • BeatleMania
  • 15th annual Chili Cook-Off
  • Samuel Adams Beer Dinner
  • 10th Annual Martini Contest
  • Best Hot Drink Contest
  • Illusion Quest performed by David Garrity
  • 9th Annual Pizza Cook- Off
  • Rat Pack Performance

More info and Winter Fest event calendar.

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St. Patrick's Day Parade

Check out this video from the 51st Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, shot in 2007 by the SHOOT Teen Film Program.

Make your plans to be in Newport for this year's festivities! The parade will be held on Saturday, Mar 13, 2010.

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Gelissimo - Gel Candles, Ceramics, Soaps, and Woven Goods - Handmade in USA

Gelissimo, located in historic Brick Market Place in downtown Newport, is the place to find your gel candles, ceramics, soaps and many other cool items!

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Newport Bed and Breakfasts - Attwater Villa

Newport Bed and Breakfasts - The Attwater Villa, built in 1910, possesses the elegance of a hotel with the warmth and intimacy of a bed & breakfast. Check it out!

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Newport Bed and Breakfasts - Admiral Sims' Whitehouse

Many Newport bed and breakfasts have been former residences of historic figures. This was the home of Admiral William Sowden Sims, past President of the Naval War College.

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Newport Bed and Breakfasts - Beech Tree Inn and Cottage

If you're interested in Newport Bed and Breakfasts, but don't want to be right in the middle of downtown, then the Beech Tree Inn and Cottage is what you're looking for.

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Newport Bed and Breakfasts - La Farge Perry House

One of the most luxurious Newport Bed and Breakfasts, the La Farge Perry House is located in the heart of the historic "City by the Sea". A first class bed and breakfast experience.

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Newport Rhode Island Hotels - The Chanler at Cliff Walk

Of all the great Newport Rhode Island hotels, only the Chanler is fortunate enough to be situated right on the breathtaking Newport Cliff Walk. It doesn't get any better than this!

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Newport Bed and Breakfasts - Hydrangea House Inn

One of the best Newport Bed and Breakfasts, located on historic Bellevue Avenue, the Hydrangea House is close to the Newport mansions, sailing, shopping and many attractions.

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Newport RI Events - February 2010

There are always great Newport RI events going on. Some of February's highlights: Newport Winter Festival, Lantern Tour of Colonial Newport, Jazz for Kids

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Carey Floors - Wood floor installation, refinishing and staining.

Let Carey Floors install a beautiful new wood floor for you or bring your existing floor back to life!

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Newport RI - From the Vault #1

Check out these old Newport RI photos. I'll try to open the vault every so often and post some of these great shots of the "City by the Sea".

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Caravan Connection of Newport - Oriental Rugs by Barbara Estes

Caravan Connection of Newport is proud to bring you hand-crafted Oriental rugs that blend wonderfully with any decor, from formal and ornate to contemporary and casual.

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Latitude Yacht Brokerage - How Can Latitude Help You?

Latitude Yacht Brokerage, located in historic Newport Rhode Island, is here to help you realize your dream. Let us help you every step of the way as you navigate toward open waters.

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Newport RI Events - Polar Bear Plunge

One of the coolest (literally) Newport RI events, this annual swim by brave souls benefits A Wish Come True. It's a great spectacle to watch for a great cause. Check it out!

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