Good morning, Newport.

House of Waves presents Situations for a one-night screening at Jane Pickens Theatre this Friday, Jan.

30. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. + the film begins at 7:00 p.m., followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.

A legislative commission endorsed a plan to launch a public medical school at University of Rhode Island to address a primary care shortage; the school will enroll its first 50 students in fall 2029 with $20M in initial funding and ongoing state support of $22.5M annually starting then.

Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce and Salve Regina University's Pell Center will host the Politics & Pancakes series on Thursday, Feb.

12 at the Pell Center, where Gov. McKee will share his budget and policy agenda plus offer a full buffet breakfast and networking for local business leaders.

Newport Winter Glendi 2026

6:00 PM - 12:30 AM — Wyndham Newport Hotel — Full donation event — Enjoy a night of dinner, drinks, and live dance performances to support local charities.

You Got Gold - John Prine Tribute

4:30-8:30 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the music and legacy of John Prine with a heartfelt tribute performance.

An Evening with Violinist Rachel Barton Pine

7:30 p.m. — Rosecliff — Ticket prices vary — Experience the virtuosic talent and soulful musicianship of acclaimed violinist Rachel Barton Pine.

In Bannister’s Footsteps Exhibition

2-3:30 p.m. — Bristol Art Museum — Free entry — Explore the life and work of Edward Mitchell Bannister in this special art exhibition.

Beatles Tribute Concert

7:30 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Experience Boston’s celebrated Beatles tribute band performing classic hits from 1962–1966.

30th Annual WINEterfest

11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — $45 General Admission — Celebrate Valentine's Weekend with wine, beer, and friendly competitions to warm you from the winter chill.

Winter Fest Princess Party

1-3 p.m. — OceanCliff Hotel — $ — Get ready for a magical time where little ones can meet their favorite princesses.

Winter Mini Golf and Games Night

1-8 p.m. — Taproot Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled mini golf and games night during Newport Winter Festival Week.

The Cowsills Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Check venue for ticket details — Enjoy the infectious harmonies of the family band that inspired The Partridge Family.

Won't Back Down - Tribute to Tom Petty

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Wyndham Newport Hotel — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate the legendary music of Tom Petty in a heartfelt tribute show.