Good morning, Newport.

The 41st Aquidneck Island National Police Parade will step off Sunday at 11:50 a.m. in front of Hampton Inn and Suites at 317 West Main Road in Middletown and march two miles into Newport to honor law enforcement.

Spectators and commuters should plan for detours on Broadway, Washington Square, Duke Street + Charles Street.

The latest episode of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island showed a Newport girls' trip with a luncheon at Seaview Terrace Mansion and a masquerade dinner — where personal revelations and rising tensions among the housewives set the stage for more drama.

RIPTA has launched its third annual No Pollute Commute Bike to Work Challenge, inviting local riders to swap driving for biking throughout May to boost health and cut emissions.

Newport cyclists can join a Celebration Station on May 15 (7 to 9 a.m. at City Hall, 43 Broadway).

Restaurant.com now offers digital dining certificates that never expire for local restaurants to support Newport diners.

Residents can use code FOOD20 (expires May 31, 11:59 p.m. EDT) to save 20% on checks of $10+.

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.

Spring Watercolor Series with Artist Mary Ellen Dwyer

10 AM – 12 PM — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Materials not included — Explore the basics of watercolor painting in this engaging six-class series.

Killer Night Out - An Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner

7-9 p.m. — Belle's — Ticketed event — Solve a murder before dessert in an engaging, interactive dinner experience.

2026 CCBA Annual Meeting & Conference

8 AM – 5 PM — Newport Harbor Island Resort — Registration required — Attend for professional development and networking opportunities with CCBA members.

Junior Toots Concert

9:00-11:59 p.m. — Ocean Mist — $92+ — Experience the vibrant energy of Junior Toots live in concert.