Good morning, Newport.

The MLK Community Center in Newport hosts two free events next week — an art workshop on Tuesday, July 28 from 4 to 6 p.m. and a community dinner on Wednesday, July 29 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd.

The Newport Folk Festival kicked off Friday at Fort Adams State Park, headlined by Courtney Barnett, Lucy Dacus and Hayley Williams & Friends, while Ms. Lauryn Hill and Hot Tuna played on other stages; the event continues Saturday with The Lumineers and concludes Sunday with Nathaniel Rateliff & Friends.

newportFILM raised more than $375,000 on July 18 at IYRS’s Restoration Hall to support its documentary film programming and educational initiatives—marking its 16th anniversary.

Its Outdoors series will run through Aug. 27 with weekly screenings at Rosecliff, Rough Point and Fort Adams featuring live music, food vendors and filmmaker talks.

newportFILM, the Newport Jazz Festival, and the Newport Restoration Foundation will present the world premiere of John Shearer: American Moments on Thursday, July 30 at Rough Point (the historic estate of Doris Duke).

The event will include a live performance by the Alison Shearer Quartet.

Dr. Michael Fine explained that community paramedicine programs, which treat non-emergency issues outside crowded hospital ERs, are underused in Rhode Island because insurance rules and staffing shortages block expansion.

He said more funding and strong leadership could lower health care costs + ease ER crowding for residents.

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.