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Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Newport Police Department will host Aquidneck Night Out today at Eastons Beach from 5 to 7 p.m.—families and law enforcement will enjoy free hot dogs for kids under 12, games, music, and special appearances from community partners. The event is part of National Night Out and also includes free parking and a bike raffle for children. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co. CEO Brendan O’Donnell delivered a $70,486 check on Tuesday from proceeds of Jay Leno’s four sold-out comedy shows held in July at the brewery—part of its 2025 Summer Series—to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. The funds will support the center’s food and mobile pantries—along with wellness, preschool, and summer camp programs for local residents. What's Up Newp
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ HGTV selected the Green Animals Topiary Garden in Portsmouth as Rhode Island's best roadside attraction. The 100-year-old estate displays over 80 animal-shaped topiaries and nearly 37,000 tulips bloom in spring—offering a unique stop for visitors. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Aquidneck Park now hosts a permanent pair of elephant sculptures representing a mother and baby donated by Art and Newport from last summer’s Great Elephant Migration exhibit. They were installed on the Bowery Street side near Spring Street and stand in the shadow of the Newport Public Library — joining other park amenities. What's Up Newp
- ➤ The Secret Garden Tour returns this September after a five-year break, inviting Newport residents to tour stunning gardens from September 5-7. Tickets cost $40, are limited to 350 per day, and proceeds support education and local youth programs (organized by FabNewport and the Benefactors of the Arts). Newport This Week
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Safe Harbor Race Weekend will start tomorrow in Newport with a record 73 boats competing in ORC, PHRF, a 19-boat IC37 class (over half the entrants have a strong chance) and with six superyacht entries marking its fifth year. The three-day regatta will feature windward/leeward races and special post-race events as sailors prepare for contests later in September. What's Up Newp
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Rolling Stones – Blushing Brides Tribute
7:30-10 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Experience the electrifying tribute to the Rolling Stones brought to life by the Blushing Brides.
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Safe Harbor Race Weekend
8 AM – 5 PM — Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard — Racing fees apply — Experience thrilling sailing competitions and festivities in the heart of Newport’s vibrant maritime scene.
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Another Tequila Sunrise Concert
6-8 p.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Ticket information not provided — Experience the sounds of America’s premier Eagles tribute band live in a beautiful garden setting.
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Local Food Fest
4-8 p.m. — The Lawn Terrace at Castle Hill Inn — $275 per person — Celebrate local growers and chefs while enjoying a beautiful water-view setting with food, drinks, and live entertainment.
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Coaching Weekend: Behind the Scenes
4-5 p.m. — Rosecliff — Free for members — Discover the inner workings of coaching during an engaging weekend experience.
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Live Music by Megan Chenot
6-9 p.m. — Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co. — No cover charge — Experience the versatile voice of Newport's own Megan Chenot as she performs a mix of hits from every decade.
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Dueling Pianos at the Top of Pelham
8 PM - 1 AM — One Pelham East Bar & Grill — Tickets recommended — Experience a night of unforgettable live piano performances with audience participation and stunning views of Newport Harbor.
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Megan Chenot Live Performance
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Castle Hill Inn — Free entry — Experience the versatile sounds of Newport-based singer-guitarist Megan Chenot as she covers a mix of songs from every decade.
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The Elovaters Concert
8-10 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Check the venue for cost — Experience the dynamic sounds of The Elovaters as they bring reggae vibes to Ocean Mist.
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Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra
6-8 p.m. — Redwood Library and Athenaeum — Free entry — Experience the lively sounds of one of New England's top big bands under the stars.
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