Good morning, Newport.

Free waterfront concerts return at King Park Gazebo in July and August from 3 to 6 p.m. The event series, produced by the New England Music Organization and supported by the Hamilton Family Foundation and the city, features local music and advises carpooling — parking is limited.

Episode 5 of The Real Housewives of RI aired on April 27, showing a sunset cruise on the Aurora Schooner and polo match during which Tiberi accused Pontarelli of hiding her husband's affair while Swanson criticized DiMare — sparking fresh cast drama.

Charter Books and Newport Historical Society will host Brown University professor Linford Fisher for a book talk at Colony House — Wednesday, Apr.

29 at 6:00 p.m. — to discuss his new book Stealing America: The Hidden Story of Indigenous Slavery in U.S. History, with a Q&A and book signing.

Blues-rock guitarist Joanne Shaw Taylor will perform live at The JPT Film and Event Center on Thursday, July 9, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 1 (via JanePickens.com or by phone) at the historic Washington Square venue.

Recent real estate transactions from April 20 in Newport County show a competitive spring market amid limited inventory, including a $5.7M off-market sale at 381 Gibbs Avenue and other deals from Bedlow Avenue to Tiverton.

More inventory is expected in the coming weeks.

Newport voters can now select the Week 4 Longplex Athlete of the Week in softball by reviewing five nominees including Lexi Fredericks and Adriana Jeannenot; the poll closes Friday and the winner will be announced next week (voters can cast unlimited votes).

Monday saw close high school baseball and softball games across the state; St. Raphael rallied to beat Smithfield 4-3, Cranston East edged Lincoln 5-4, and teams like Moses Brown and Hendricken won their contests.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Dueling Pianos Friday - Early Show

7:30 p.m. — Dueling Pianos Bar at Top Of Pelham — Check with the venue for ticket prices — Experience a night of audience-requested tunes and beautiful harbor views with live dueling pianos.

Morning Coffee Networking

8-9 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Providence Airport Warwick — Free entry — Enjoy fresh coffee and cookies while connecting with local professionals.

Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival

11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Bowen's Wharf — Enjoy the waterfront — Taste oysters and sip champagne at this culinary celebration.