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Friday, September 15, 2017

 

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Newport International Boat Show

Newport is jammed packed with events this weekend, things for all ages. 

This weekend’s events include the Newport International Boat Show, a college tennis tournament at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, live music and more.

To help you figure out which event to go to and when, GoLocalProv has put together a complete guide of what to do and when in the slideshow below.

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September 15

The Bit Players: Award-Winning Improv Comedy

Start your weekend off with a good laugh by catching the Bit Players at the Firehouse Theater.

The show goes from 8 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. 

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September 15

Alive at The Salvation Army 

Alive is a musical variety show and testament to overcoming adversity and living vicariously at any age.

Local talented seniors perform with Celebrity Entertainers, Comedians, and Dancers!

This show is a must see in Newport!

Doors open at 7:00 p.m. 

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September 16

47th Annual Newport International Boat Show

The Newport International Boat Show uses 13 acres of Newport Harbor allowing guests to enjoy everything Newport has to offer while experiencing a full range of powerboats and sailboats from both domestic and international companies - many making their official debut in Newport. 

This year's show includes more than 600 exhibitors. 

The show runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday. 

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September 16

Newport Polo Series - USA Vs. Dominican Republic

Team USA will host the Dominican Republic on Saturday in a must see polo match. 

The match begins at 4 p.m. 

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Sepember 16

Tour of the Month: Estate Gardeners on Newport

Join Frank Amaral, Newport Restoration Foundation Head Landscaper, and Harry Eudenbach, historian, and author of Estate Gardeners of Newport, take guests on a walking tour that explores the stories of the gardeners, both past, and present, who have worked at many of Newport’s finest homes.

The tour begins at 11 a.m. 

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September 17

Hall of Fame ITA Grass Court Invitational

8 top collegiate teams (men and women) are in Newport to compete on the grass courts of the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

The men's teams include the University of Georgia, Texas Christian University, Illinois University and Columbia University. 

The women's teams include the University of Florida, the University of North Carolina, Louisiana State and Princeton. 

Sunday is the final day of the tournament. 

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September 17

Guided Bird Walks at Norman Bird Sanctuary 

Grab your boots and binoculars for Sunday Bird Walks at Norman Bird Sanctuary.

Birding masters and beginners alike are welcome to join experts as they prowl the best bird watching spots that NBS has to offer. 

The bird walks begin at 8 a.m. 

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September 17

Newport Wooden Boat Show at Bowen's Ferry Landing Marina 

Boats of all kinds and from all over will be available for visits at Bowen's Ferry Landing Marina.

Builders and owners will join to explore the resurgence of wood-boat craftsmanship, with art exhibits and more on site. 

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September 17

3-Hour America's Cup 12 Meter Racing Experience

Race aboard a 12 Meter America’s Cup contender. 

Aboard the 12 Meter racing yachts professional and friendly crew members will coach those interested in a “hands on” sailing experience, but participation is not required.

No sailing experience necessary. Fun for sailors of all ages!

The event goes from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

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September 17

Summer Concert Series at Sakonnet Vineyards

This weekend, The Duke Robillard Hard-Swing Sextet: Swinging Jazz Standards will play at Sakonnet Vineyards as part of the summer concert series. 

The concert goes from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 

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