Good morning, Newport.

Colonial Governor Samuel Ward was born in Newport on May 25, 1725 and grew to be an influential figure in Rhode Island politics, serving as governor and a Continental Congress delegate while opposing British taxes.

St. George's School held graduation ceremonies on May 24, celebrating the Class of 2026 with a commencement speech by Trustee Dana Creel + awarding Julienne Patterson the St. George’s Medal.

St. George’s School held its Prize Day ceremony and honored 98 graduates from the Class of 2026 for excellence in academics, arts, athletics, and character (with awards including the St. George’s Medal and Jefferys Prize).

Voting is open now for the final Longplex Athlete of the Week poll for local high school baseball players, with ballots from standout games helping decide bragging rights before playoffs begin & coaches may submit scores through the Game Changer app until Friday evening.

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.

2026 Inorganic Chemistry Conference

8 PM — Salve Regina University — Check website for cost — Premier international conference advancing inorganic chemistry research.

Lived Experience: What Connects Us Across Generations

5-6:30 p.m. — Newport Elks Lodge #104 — Complimentary light appetizers — Engage in a live conversation with elders exploring wisdom and connections across generations.

Free Adult Aerial Silks Intro Class

5:30-6:15 p.m. — Attitude Academy of Performing Arts — Free entry — Experience the joy of aerial arts with simple poses and climbing techniques on silks.

Mudslide Island Cocktail Competition

2-4 PM — Newport Harbor Island Resort — $20 per person (+tax) — Experience a thrilling cocktail competition featuring creative mudslide concoctions.

Our House: The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

8:00 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Tickets available — Experience an immersive musical journey through timeless hits of CSNY performed by an extraordinary ensemble of musical friends.

Dave Matthews Tribute Band Concert

9:00 – 10:30 PM — Ocean Mist — Cost information not provided — Celebrate the music of the Dave Matthews Band in a vibrant atmosphere.

Simon & Garfunkel Tribute: On Bleecker Street

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Cost info not provided — Feel groovy with amazing harmonies at this tribute to Simon & Garfunkel.

Dueling Pianos Saturday - Early Show

7:30 p.m. — Dueling Pianos Bar at Top Of Pelham — Check for availability — Experience an unforgettable evening of music with audience-requested songs and stunning harbor views.