Good morning, Newport.

Newport Rifle Club held free firearms safety training for local youth while kids in the Police Explorers Program participated in marksmanship sessions. newportFILM will show three documentaries in April while East Bay Community Action Program asks for donations from April 1st for its Backpack Feeding Program, the Newport Rhode Races Marathon will return on April 19th with new steps for a greener race, and Touro Synagogue Foundation is hosting a Zoom talk on Jews and race on April 3rd.

Newport String Project, a quartet of professional musicians, held an open practice session on March 26 at City Hall and will host these sessions every last Wednesday through May — the program is designed to bring classical music closer to the community.

The group continues to use these sessions to share their creative process and plans to expand similar programs in the future.

The Newport String Project held an open-to-the-public practice session at City Hall—drawing a small, excited crowd.

The classical string quartet will host sessions every last Wednesday through May.

RIPEC's report says that local towns must put more money into public schools by changing the property tax system, and the study shows that poorer communities struggle while wealthier areas get bigger tax breaks—making the funding unfair.

The report calls on officials to act so all schools can get the support they need.

A partial solar eclipse is visible in Rhode Island today (6:32 to 7:07 a.m.) if weather cooperates, and live streams are available via YouTube and the Royal Greenwich Observatory (starting at 5:30 and 6 a.m. respectively).

Newport City Council set up a commission for regular charter review to ease time limits from the 2022 review—resolution sponsor Stephanie Smyth said the new group will help reduce conflicts in future updates.

Newport Community Electricity customers will have lower summer bills as the City set new fixed rates starting with the May meter read—prices drop from 16.287 cents/kWh in winter to 10.014 cents/kWh for the default plan and will stay fixed until the November meter read.

Newport Pell Bridge users saw lane closures begin yesterday when the authority reduced eastbound travel to one lane at 9:00 a.m. and shifted the median barrier at 6:00 p.m.—the change will run through Monday while additional closures are planned on nearby bridges from March 30 to April 5.

U.S. News & World Report named Newport among top New England destinations for bed and breakfasts by ranking 10 local inns on hotel class, customer reviews and industry awards.

The report also placed Newport among 17 top travel spots, featuring favorites like The Chanler at Cliff Walk and Serenity Inn.

Chazz Palminteri's One-Man Show: A Bronx Tale

In this captivating one-man show, Chazz Palminteri recounts his childhood experiences in the Bronx, portraying multiple characters from his life and sharing the story behind his acclaimed play and film, A Bronx Tale.

Date Night: Tuscany Cooking Experience

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Chef Walters Cooking School — $ — Indulge in the simple yet exquisite flavors of Tuscany through a hands-on cooking class.

Newport Daffodil Days

April 1st – 30th — Rosecliff — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant arrival of over 1,465,000 daffodils with decorated windows throughout Newport.

Janis Ian: Breaking Silence

3:30 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Tickets available online — Experience the iconic Janis Ian in a captivating film event at JPT Film & Event Center.

Nick Bosse Performance

8:00-10:30 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of live music with Nick Bosse & The Northern Roots in Matunuck, RI.

Cheesemaking Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Mozz — $95.00 — Learn the art of cheesemaking and craft your own fresh farmers cheese with expert guidance.

Game Night Gala

6-10 p.m. — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick (Airport) — $225 — Experience an evening of fun with life-sized games and philanthropy supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.

ERICD Seedling Sale

10 AM – 12 PM — Greenvale Vineyards — Pre-orders required — Pick up your seedlings while supporting local agriculture education.

Dancing Daffodils: The RI Daffodil Society Show

11 a.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Free entry — Discover a stunning variety of daffodils showcased by local enthusiasts.

Paint & Plant

4-5 p.m. — Newport Reading Room — Registration required — Children ages 5-12 can paint a pot and plant their favorite herb.