Good morning, Newport.

Tickets are now on sale for the 54th annual Newport International Boat Show, which will run from September 11 to 14 at the Newport Yachting Center Marina.

The event will feature hundreds of exhibitors on 17 acres of waterfront—along with new Tech Talks on gel coat repair, diesel engines and lithium batteries, and offers VIP and general admission options.

Touro Synagogue is now closed to tours by its New York landlord after a new lawsuit said that sacred items were removed and money was misused, ending nearly 80 years of visits.

The Touro Synagogue Foundation will keep offering tours at the Loeb Visitors Center — outdoors if weather allows — while a court hearing is set for June 11.

The Rhode Island DMV warned residents on Tuesday about scam texts that claim to be from the agency — threatening fines, license suspension, and legal action to coerce them into sharing personal details.

The agency said it does not send payment demands by text and urged people to ignore suspicious links.

The Rhode Island DMV warned residents about a text message scam that sends false threats of license suspensions, fines, and legal penalties—messages that trick recipients into clicking links that may lead to identity theft and fraud.

The DMV advises not to click on these texts and to report any suspicious messages to the FBI or FTC.

Rhode Island Secretary of Commerce Elizabeth Tanner resigned to lead Ocean State 2026—a nonprofit set to help the state benefit from seven FIFA World Cup 26 matches at Gillette Stadium from June 13 to July 9 next summer; she will serve as Executive Director while Treasurer James Diossa chairs the board.

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.

A Special Evening at Clarke Cooke House

6-9 p.m. — Clarke Cooke House — $275 per person — Savor a wine-paired multi-course dinner while supporting aspiring culinary talent.

HART x Harper & Tucker Charm Bar Pop-Up

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Harper & Tucker — Free entry — Create your own charm jewelry from a vast assortment of designs at this unique pop-up event.

Dinos at Dusk

5-9 p.m. — Roger Williams Park Zoo — Discounts for members — Explore the zoo during a dinosaur-themed evening with life-size animatronics.

Richie Furay Concert

8:00-9:30 PM — The Greenwich Odeum — Ticket price not listed — Experience the legendary Richie Furay from iconic bands like Buffalo Springfield and Poco.

Laura Cantrell in Concert

7-10 p.m. — Norman Bird Sanctuary — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening with country singer Laura Cantrell as she showcases her musical journey.