Good morning, Newport.

Hannah Harwood is hosting a fundraiser on Sunday at 9 a.m. at Clark’s Fall Road in North Stonington to help Ashley Taunton—a mother of three injured while helping crash victims on I-95 during heavy rain and now hospitalized after surgeries.

Friday, July 24, at Fort Adams, the Newport Folk Festival kicked off with RI-born singer Honest Charlie opening the Fort Stage at 11:30 a.m.—crowds enjoyed food trucks and a busy beer garden while organizers plan Sunday’s closing act featuring Nathaniel Rateliff and Friends.

On Thursday, July 30, renowned batik artists Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam will lead an illustrated talk and trunk show at Jamestown Arts Center from 6 to 8 p.m. They will share insights from 40 years in Indonesian batik and display handmade textiles (RSVP encouraged) with pay-what-you-can admission.

Newport Public Schools named Robert E.

Young Jr. as Rogers High principal (effective July 27) and Sarah Kraeger as executive director of student services (beginning August 6) to boost school leadership, according to superintendent Dr. Peter Sanchioni.

Sen. Reed and health leaders met Friday to request $275 million to boost research on tick-borne illnesses — addressing a rise in Lone Star ticks linked to more encounters in the region— as they urge Congress to restore federal funding and keep residents safe outdoors.

Travis Hyll Live Concert

5:00 – 11:59 PM — Stevie D's Riverside Tavern — Cost info not specified — Enjoy live country music from renowned Southern-born artist Travis Hyll.

Chase Ceglie Album Release Concert

6-10 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Tickets available — Experience Chase Ceglie's theatrical musical world at the release of his new album, featuring an eclectic mix of talents.

O Brother, Where Art Thou? with Live Music from Princess June

7-10 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the classic film accompanied by live musical performances.

Sugar Live at the Charlestown Rathskeller

8-11 p.m. — The Charlestown Rathskeller — $20 online, $25 at the door — Experience an unstoppable dance party with the high-energy band Sugar delivering timeless hits and modern anthems.

NIM Fest (Newport Independent Music Festival)

3-6 p.m. — King Park — Free entry — Experience live local music every Sunday in July and August at the scenic King Park Gazebo.

Sunset Tours of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Edgewood Yacht Club — Ticketed entry — Experience a historical tour of a restored lighthouse as the sun sets.

Morning Tours of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse

9:00 – 11:30 AM — Edgewood Yacht Club — Admission required — Step back in time on a tour of a fully restored historical light station.

NIMFEST 2026

3-6 p.m. — King Park Gazebo — Free entry — Enjoy live music at the Newport Independent Music Festival every Sunday in July and August.