Good morning, Newport.

Aquidneck Community Table will host its inaugural Seed to Soul party on Oct.

26 at Sweet Berry Farm in Middletown from 3 to 6 p.m., bringing together local farmers, chefs and neighbors for tastings, live music and yard games. Community leaders will be honored with awards—proceeds support programs for improving access to fresh local food and community gardens.

The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center in Newport will begin in-person registration for its Holiday Help programs on Tuesday, Oct.

14 at 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd.—Registration is held Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with Thanksgiving assistance closing on November 14 and Christmas meal help and Santa’s Workshop registration ending on December 12.

Bestselling author Carissa Broadbent will celebrate the release of her new book Daughter of No Worlds at Jane Pickens Theater on Oct 20 at 6 p.m.—she will join a conversation with Jenny L.

Howe while Arthur Wang presents his new cover designs and tickets include a pre-signed copy.

The Arts and Cultural Alliance of Newport County will kick off a new season of Arts Around the Fire — a free event open to the public with no reservations — on October 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Sardella’s Restaurant on Memorial Blvd. West where Patrick Murphy, founder of House of Waves, will speak.

Music icon Dewey Bunnell of the band America is returning to the road after a three-week break and will perform on Saturday, October 18 at the Providence Performing Arts Center — he is the only original member left after former bandmates retired or passed away.

Bunnell brings America's classic rock hits to fans as he plans a busy tour schedule ahead.

Legislative leaders in Rhode Island have called for a new oversight hearing after an audit revealed that years of maintenance neglect worsened problems with the Washington Bridge; Gov. Dan McKee said he ordered the audit based on legal advice and that accountability will follow as legal proceedings move forward—while a replacement bridge is planned for completion in November.

Rhode Island’s police reform law LEODPATA took effect in January but the promised public website for police misconduct records is still missing—nine months later, funding issues have left it unbuilt.

Hearing panels in Tiverton, Westerly, and South Kingstown continue to meet behind closed doors while state officials debate the next steps for transparency.

Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty announced the sale of 'The Playhouse', a historic property on Ocean Drive, for $10,442,000; it is the fourth-highest residential sale in Newport this year.

The property was originally built by Irving Gill as a carriage and boathouse (later rebuilt with modern amenities like geothermal heating and a saltwater pool) and went under contract in less than a month.

Chris Lewis and his Qubit team won the IC37 North American Championship Sunday on Rhode Island Sound by finishing one point ahead of a three-team tie.

The seven-race series took place from Thursday through Sunday at the New York Yacht Club Harbour Court—Lewis said his crew’s steady work pulled them through.

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.

Dueling Pianos Late Show at Top Of Pelham

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Dueling Pianos Bar at Top Of Pelham — 21+ event — Experience a lively night with audience-requested music and stunning views of Newport Harbor.