Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
Good morning, Newport.
The Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial at Fort Adams displays over 7,000 boots with flags and name cards to honor American service members killed in action since 9/11 in the Global War on Terror—this tribute stands as a solemn reminder—open for public viewing in Newport.
On May 26th, 1954, USS Bennington, a World War II aircraft carrier cruising off Narragansett Bay, had a catapult fluid leak that ignited and exploded, killing (103 crew members) and injuring (about 201) while helicopters recovered victims and the ship sailed to Naval Air Station Quonset Point, which led the Navy to switch to steam catapults.
Newport Classical ends its 2024-25 Chamber Series with GRAMMY-nominated Trio Mediaeval performing Swedish and Norwegian vocal folk music on June 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Newport Classical Recital Hall.
The concert marks the season finale while the organization also unveiled its 2025 Music Festival running from July 4 to 22.
The Jamestown Arts Center will host an exhibition called 'Canaries in the Coal Mine: Where have all the birds gone?' from June 28th to August 23rd that displays art addressing the decline in North American bird populations—curated by Rachel Rosenfield Lafo and featuring events like a Summer Soirée on June 28th, a film screening on July 16th, and a Meet the Artists Reception on August 6th.
World Sailing 2025 Team Race World Championship
All day — New York Yacht Club Harbour Court — Registration required — Witness thrilling team sailing competitions in Newport's picturesque harbor.
Atlantis Rising International Sand Sculpture Competition
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Ninigret Park — Free entry — Watch world-class artists carve stunning sand sculptures while enjoying food, live music, and family-friendly fun.
Dudemanbro Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Ticket information unavailable — Celebrate the musical talent with dynamic performances that inspire both young and old.
BankNewport 10 Miler
7:30-10:30 a.m. — Fort Adams Trust — Registration opening soon — Participate in the annual 10 Miler benefiting local charities in Newport.
3rd Annual Newport Open
1-5 p.m. — Newport Country Club — Not specified — Swing into summer with a round of golf at this iconic venue supporting the Naval War College Foundation.
Megan Chenot Performance
4-7 p.m. — Gooseneck Vineyards — Free entry — Experience a versatile singer-guitarist covering songs from every decade with ease.
Honey Island Swamp Band Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-defying sounds of the Honey Island Swamp Band in a night of eclectic music.
Newport Shoreline Clean-Up and Sailing Adventure
9:30 AM - 3:50 PM — Fort Adams State Park — Ticket proceeds support cleanups — Participate in a shoreline clean-up and enjoy sailing with wine and lobster rolls.
Rhode Island Wind Ensemble Concert
5-7 p.m. — Touro Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of delightful music with the Rhode Island Wind Ensemble under the stars.
Pomham Rocks Lighthouse Tour
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. — Edgewood Yacht Club — Ticket prices vary — Explore the historic Pomham Rocks Lighthouse on a guided tour of the iconic island light station.
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