Good morning, Newport.

The Audrain Newport Concours and Motor Week will host a free public exhibit of historic race cars during Oct.

3-4 at the International Tennis Hall of Fame. The display will feature 23 vehicles—from a 1901 Panhard to a 1997 Ferrari—that show over 100 years of racing history.

The Newport Festa Italiana will return Sept.

26-Oct. 13 with nearly three weeks of Italian food, music, and cultural celebration in the City by the Sea. The festival will begin Friday Sept. 26 with the John Panaggio Original Ziti Night at Vasco da Gama Hall from 5-7 p.m.—tickets cost $30 for adults and $5 for children, and it will include a cheese-making workshop on Oct. 2, a free Italian event on Oct. 4, a singer performance on Oct. 10, and conclude with a Mass and parade on Oct. 13.

Last Friday, nine-time Grammy winner Christian McBride announced he was stepping down as artistic director of the Newport Jazz Festival after nearly a decade of leadership.

He built on George Wein’s legacy by reaching out to new audiences — keeping the festival vibrant for local jazz lovers.

Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain will host a live virtual Q&A on Wednesday at (1:30 p.m.) on What’sUpNewp.

The talk covers school updates including curriculum changes, facility improvements, and budget matters (community questions may be submitted online).

Gov. Dan McKee and Gov. Ned Lamont will hold a joint press conference on Tuesday (Sept 30) in New London to discuss the future of Revolution Wind, a project with 45 turbines located 15 miles off our coast.

A federal ruling allowed construction to resume after work was halted last month and delays costing $2.3 million a day nearly collapsed the project.

Governor Dan McKee and Governor Ned Lamont will hold a joint press conference on Tuesday in New London, Connecticut to discuss the future of Revolution Wind—this follows a federal ruling that lifted a work stoppage which had cost $2.3 million a day, and 45 turbines now sit off the Rhode Island coast amid environmental concerns.

On Monday, Salve Regina University launched a new mobile health unit—40-foot long and fully equipped with counseling and exam rooms—funded by a $1.95M federal grant secured by Senator Jack Reed and Newport officials; the unit will begin serving local communities this fall as it trains new health care workers.

La Vecina launched a new Sunday brunch menu with authentic Mexican dishes served from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 24 Washington Square—created by Chef Mariana Gonzalez-Trasvina—that offers chilaquiles, breakfast burritos and specialty drinks.

Baby Bookworms Storytime

9:30-10:15 a.m. — Newport Public Library — No registration required — Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and playtime for babies aged 0-24 months.

Dudemanbro

9 PM – 11:59 PM — Ocean Mist — No cover charge — Chill vibes and groovy roots rock reggae-ish music with good company.

North Kingstown Firefighters Blazing Trail 5K

10 a.m. — Ryan Park — Supports local firefighters — Experience a scenic trail run while benefiting the North Kingstown Firefighters Association.

2025 Concours d’Elegance

8:30 AM – 4:00 PM — The Breakers — General admission required — Experience over 150 classic cars competing for the prestigious Best of Show trophy.

Jim Robitaille: Tom Casale Quartet Concert

6-10 p.m. — Borealis Coffee Company — Admission details TBD — Experience a night of captivating guitar music from award-winning composer Jim Robitaille.

2025 Amica Newport Marathon

7:30 AM – 1:30 PM — Easton's Beach — Registration fees apply — Experience the breathtaking oceanfront scenery at this award-winning marathon.

NEHRA's Annual Conference

9 AM – 10 AM — Newport Harbor Island Resort — Registration required — A vibrant gathering for HR professionals to deepen their connections and enhance their skills.

Fall for Lucy's Hearth

6-9 p.m. — Newport Art Museum — Supporting families experiencing homelessness — An evening benefiting a vital local shelter and transitional housing program.

Harvest Festival Weekend

4-6 p.m. — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — Celebrate the fall harvest with wine tastings and festive activities.

Dueling Pianos at the Top of Pelham

8 PM - 1 AM — One Pelham East Bar & Grill — 21+ event — Experience Newport's only Dueling Pianos show with stunning harbor views and interactive performances.