Good morning, Newport.

Newport Classical named Oliver Inteeworn as its new Executive Director.

He will begin on Jan. 5 and plans to expand immersive chamber music programming (including a Chamber Series concert featuring cellist Jonathan Swensen on Jan. 23) to engage the community.

The Rhode Island Municipal Police Training Academy graduated a new class of 50 officers from 23 municipal departments on Friday at the Community College of Rhode Island’s Flanagan Campus Field House, marking its 145th graduation.

Newport County open houses are scheduled this weekend with most events on Saturday, Dec.

20. A featured property is 13 Vanderbilt Lane (in Portsmouth), hosting an open house today from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with listings priced between $260,000 and over $2M.

National Lampoon Christmas Vacation Party

6:30-8 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with a classic film screening and festive fun.

Wednesday Trivia Night

6-8 p.m. — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — Reservations recommended — Test your knowledge while enjoying great drinks and tasty bites with friends.

Alex Cohen Acoustic Performance

7-11 p.m. — Black Oak Kitchen & Drinks — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic renditions suitable for all ages in a festive setting.

Badfish: A Sublime Tribute

9:00–10:30 PM — Ocean Mist — $20 — Experience the energetic tribute to the legendary band Sublime at a local favorite venue.

New Year's Eve Celebration at Gas Lamp Grille

9:30 PM – 1:00 AM — Gas Lamp Grille — Menu pricing varies — Indulge in gourmet entrees while ringing in the New Year in style.

Earl Knightwood Band Performance

7-10 p.m. — Pancho O' Malleys — Tickets required — Enjoy a lively evening of R&B, Soul, Modern Blues, and New Orleans funk with the Earl Knightwood Band.

Herbal Teas Workshop

12-2 p.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Cost TBD — Cozy up with hot herbal teas and learn to create your own blends in a beautiful setting.

Alex Cohen Live at Basta

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Basta Italian Restaurant — Reservations encouraged — Enjoy an acoustic mix of classics from the '50s to today, along with original music.

Build a Bat Box

9 AM – 12 PM — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Free entry — Create a bat box while learning about their vital role in the ecosystem.