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Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newport County hosts multiple local events — a free screening of 'The Librarians' on April 22 at Tiverton Public Library celebrating National Library Week, a community election discussion on April 23 at Innovate Newport featuring state officials, and guided 'The Gilded Age' mansion tours beginning May 12. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center is launching a Mah Jongg club that will meet Tuesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in a six‑week session running Apr. 14 to May 19, where all skill levels are welcome (instructions will be offered in English and Spanish) and registration is required. Newport This Week
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Excellence in Business Awards tonight to honor local business leaders. Winners include Alexis (Sugaring NYC), Kelly (Ward’s Manufacturing), the James L Maher Center, Provence sur Mer, Sean Napolitano with A-1 Roofing and Construction, and Southcoast Health. Newport This Week
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jane Pickens Theater is showcasing cult classics at its Washington Square screen this month: 'Heathers' plays tonight at 8 p.m. + Paul Thomas Anderson films are scheduled for April 10 and 14, with a live rock show featuring 'This Is Spinal Tap' on April 16 at 7 p.m. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Classic Stones Live, a Rolling Stones tribute band led by Keith Call (Mick Jagger) with Bernie Bollendorf as Keith Richards, is set to perform at the JPT Film and Event Center in Newport on Friday, June 26 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 10 at 10 a.m. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Newport Performing Arts Center remains committed to its nearly 25-year restoration project and is raising funds for the theater’s $10.1 million next phase. The Capital Campaign has received approximately $8 million in pledges — key support as staff and board secure the remaining funds before construction begins. What's Up Newp
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Researchers say that the first bees of spring are harmless and help pollinate early blooming plants. The unequal cellophane bees nest in large groups underground—most bees seen in yards are nonaggressive males without stingers, so homeowners need not worry. WJAR NBC 10
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ American Racing Challenger Team USA representing Sail Newport was announced as an official challenger for the America’s Cup regatta in Naples next year. The team, led by Ken Read and founded by Karel Komárek and Chris Welch, acquired key assets from American Magic to secure a U.S. entry after uncertainty. What's Up Newp
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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.
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Daffodil Society of Rhode Island Preview Party
5-7:30 p.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Admission details not specified — Preview stunning floral arrangements in a delightful garden setting.
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Newport Rhode Races
7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Easton's Beach — Marathon: $110, Half Marathon: $85, 5K — Experience the thrill of the race along the scenic Newport coast.
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Pollinator House Workshop
10 AM – 12 PM — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Free entry — Create a pollinator house and learn about the importance of pollination for trees on Arbor Day.
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Arbor Day Festival and Bristol Community Day
10 AM – 4 PM — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Free entry — Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the arboretum with family-friendly nature crafts and scavenger hunts.
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The British Invasion Years Live Tribute
7-10 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Ticket info not provided — Experience a lively tribute to the 1960s musical revolution featuring classic hits from The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
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Northern Italy to Tuscany Wine Dinner
6:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — The Coast Guard House Restaurant — $— Explore the exquisite food and wine from Northern Italy and Tuscany.
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A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Ryan Center — Last-minute tickets available — Catch A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie live in Kingston, RI.
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Duane Betts and Palmetto Motel Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Tickets available — Experience the Southern rock evolution led by Duane Betts, the son of legendary guitarist Dickey Betts.
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Boss Tenors Quintet Performance
6-9 p.m. — Pump House Music Works — Ticketed event — Experience the electric homage to jazz legends Sonny Stitt and Gene Ammons with Dan Moretti and Greg Abate.
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