Good morning, Newport.

Police will enforce DUI laws at the Newport St. Patrick’s Day parade today at City Hall at 11:00 a.m. while offering limited $10 Uber vouchers through Sheeley Law; expect heavy traffic and a parking ban (5 a.m. to 3 p.m.) along the parade route.

Pine House Kitchen and Bar announced plans to expand with a second location, Iron and Oak Kitchen, at Montaup Country Club in Portsmouth this spring.

The club will reopen on April 1 after renovations while hiring continues and interested candidates can apply at the Tiverton location.

Flickers' Rhode Island Film Festival hosted a preview of Oscar-nominated short films on Friday, March 13 at a local venue.

The event featured four entries including Jane Austen's Period Drama, Retirement Plan, Butterfly, and Forever Green for Southern New England audiences.

The Newport Historical Society is offering limited-edition witness flags celebrating America’s 250th birthday.

The handcrafted flags are available in two sizes for $85 or $150 (order by calling 401-846-0813, ext. 110 or emailing [email protected]).

Sail Newport will host Jeff Johnstone, president of J/Boats, Inc., for a lecture on the company’s 50-year sailboat design history on Thursday, Apr.

2 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Fort Adams State Park (he will also discuss the new J/7 joining the community fleet).

The Newport School Committee approved a resolution on March 10 to support the Support and Access to Bilingual Education Act (SB2555), which will expand dual language programs and train bilingual educators statewide.

The decision comes amid a 327% surge in Newport’s multilingual learner enrollment over the past decade.

Kim Hapgood celebrates 30 years as program director at Sail Newport, leading a range of sailing education programs from beginner lessons to advanced racing training.

Her work includes launching the Pell School Science and Sailing program (supporting local youth) and contributing to national sailing curriculum.

Revolution Wind, RI’s first utility‑scale offshore wind farm located 15 miles south of Little Compton, began delivering power on Mar.

13 — 60 of its 65 turbines are complete and the 704‑megawatt project will support over 350,000 homes in the region.

Rhode Island FC begins its third season today at 4 p.m. at Centreville Bank Stadium against Sporting Jax, returning 17 players (including goalkeeper Koke Vegas who tied for second with 13 clean sheets in 2025) as the team builds on past Eastern Conference Finals runs.

The Natural Film Screening

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Average ticket price $51 — Experience a classic film live at a premier venue in Newport.

Flo Rida Concert

10:00 AM – 9:30 PM — Ryan Center — Last-minute tickets available — Experience hip-hop hits live with Flo Rida in Kingston.

Simon & Garfunkel Tribute Concert

7:30-10:00 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Buy tickets online — Celebrate the harmonies and stories of the Simon & Garfunkel Songbook with Aztec Two-Step 2.0.

Hops, Beers & Bites Experience

1-4 p.m. — The Anchor Room At The Coast Guard House — $35.00 per person — Discover the art of hops with local brews and creative bar bites.

Wednesdays: Flight Specials

All day — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — $15 for wine or beer flights — Enjoy discounted drinks with board games and fire pits on the terrace.

Golden Hour Experience: Newport's Twilight Beauty

Golden Hour Experience — Evening Cruise — Soap and Water Newport — Price varies — Enjoy a sunset cruise with charcuterie and champagne while taking in Newport's stunning views.

Book Talk with Terry Gaspard

2-3 p.m. — Newport Public Library — Free entry — Explore financial discussions that strengthen relationships in this insightful book talk.

Easter Brunch Buffet

10 AM – 3 PM — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — Adults $85, Kids $27 — Celebrate Easter with a delightful brunch buffet and a fun egg hunt for kids.

Big Lux and The Hype

8-11:59 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Check website for pricing — Enjoy a lively mix of reggae, funk, and rock by Sea of Giants in a vibrant coastal setting.