Good morning, Newport.

Newport’s Secret Garden Tour is seeking volunteers to greet guests during the tours scheduled for June 27—29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the historic Point section, and hosts will work three-hour shifts while receiving a free ticket that helps fund local arts education programs.

Joseph Pratt — the executive director and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County — will retire on May 15 after growing the club from 5 staff and a deficit into an organization with 25 staff serving over 2,000 youth.

The board will begin a national search for his successor and will appoint an interim director to ensure a smooth transition.

On April 1, 401Gives Day returned to help Rhode Islanders support local non-profits as a United Way-backed website showed nearly $900,000 raised from thousands of donors and provided needed funds when money was hard to find.

Local coffee business No Vacancy run by cousins Tom Amaral and Colby Machado has moved from a popup at Mission to a new permanent space next door at Utility—hosting its grand opening Thursday, April 10 from 6—8 p.m. and introducing regular weekend hours beginning the next morning.

Social Security retirement benefits for April are scheduled by birthdays—those born between the 1st and 10th will get their check on Wednesday, April 9; those born between the 11th and 20th on Wednesday, April 16; and those born after the 20th on Wednesday, April 23.

SSI recipients received their April check on April 1 and will also get two checks in May—one on May 1 and one on May 30.

Newport Hospital’s Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center provides inpatient rehabilitation to help brain injury survivors regain lost skills and return to community life—patients receive individualized therapies including physical, occupational, speech and recreational therapy.

A certified specialist explains the program also connects patients with support and resources for continued recovery after discharge.

Developers Christopher Bicho and James Karam met with The Newport Daily News to address concerns over the Middletown Town Center project on West Main Road and to clarify that the town led the decisions on relocating the library and managing Pottsy Field—while they maintained that economic benefits, including an estimated $1.2 million annual revenue, remain central to the project’s design. They noted that despite ongoing local criticism ahead of the meeting at Gaudet Middle School this Thursday, the plan—which features a non-negotiable extended stay hotel—continues to be economically viable.

Rogers High School’s girls lacrosse team beat Tiverton 8-4 at Braga Park on March 31 as Julia Page and Fallon Bagley led a strong second-half surge that sealed the win.

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.

Ben-Hur - Silent Film with Live Music

4:30 PM — The JPT Film & Event Center — Tickets available through TickPick — Experience a classic silent film with a live musical score.

Easter Sunday Grand Buffet

11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina — $60 Adults, $25 Children — Celebrate Easter with a lavish buffet featuring chef’s specialties and stunning bay views.

Secret Mall Live Performance

7:30-11:30 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant live performance of Secret Mall in Newport.