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Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Castle Hill Inn announced Tuesday that dining reservations can be booked via OpenTable starting May 8, with dining service set to begin May 22. The reopening marks a significant step in the Inn’s recovery from the fire in February. What's Up Newp
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Newport Jazz Festival unveiled its 2026 lineup with discounted three-day passes going on sale for 48 hours starting Tuesday and full-price tickets available Thursday, April 23, with the event set for July 31 to Aug. 2 at Fort Adams State Park. Nate Smith debuts as artistic director — Herbie Hancock headlines a bill featuring Vulfpeck and Jonathan Batiste Trios. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Visitors can step back in time at Coggeshall Farm Museum in Bristol as period interpreters (sheep shearing, weaving, and maple sugaring) showcase 18th century farm life on weekends from April 11 through Sept. 27. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Theatre By The Sea will host a world premiere tribute to Carole King + James Taylor this summer at its historic barn theatre, replacing the planned production of 'On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan,' as owner Bill Hanney announced Tuesday; subscriber tickets will be automatically transferred. What's Up Newp
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ During Earth Week, local conservationists are highlighting efforts to protect threatened species across the state; projects include conserving Block Island beetles, safeguarding piping plovers on local beaches, and monitoring diamondback terrapins in Hundred Acre Cove (with initiatives also addressing horseshoe crabs and native cottails). The Newport Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Charlestown resident Thawn Sherenté Harris finished the Boston Marathon on Tuesday, April 21 in under four hours while honoring his great-uncle, Tarzan Brown — a Narragansett Tribe running legend who twice won the race in the 1930s. WJAR NBC 10
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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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Wooden Spoon Carving Workshop
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Cost not specified — Craft your own wooden spoon with expert guidance from Steve Emma using native hardwoods.
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Comedy Night featuring Tyler Hittner
8-10 p.m. — Galactic Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of comedy with Tyler Hittner at a highly-rated venue.
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Paul Gilbert & Greg Koch Concert
4-6 PM — The Greenwich Odeum — Ticket prices vary — Experience guitar mastery and celebrate the release of Paul Gilbert's new album WROC.
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