10 Great Things to do in Newport This Weekend - September 6, 2019

September 6

Annual Army-Navy Baseball Game at Cardines Field  

The Naval War College will host its third annual Cardines Classic, World War I era baseball game between Army and Navy.

The game will be played by students from the Naval War College dressed in period era jerseys.

Gates will open at 4:30 p.m. and the first pitch is set for 5:30 p.m.

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PHOTO: Nick Lima/Wikipedia

September 6

Newport Secret Garden Tour at Kingscote

This September, the annual Newport Secret Garden Tours opens its gates to a plethora of stunning gardens in historic Newport.

These private gardens are shared with the community to help raise funds for the Arts Education programs in the Island’s public schools. 

Tours begin at 10 a.m. 

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PHOTO: Newport Secret Garden 

September 6

Felix Brown Band at Newport Blues Cafe

Don't miss the Felix Brown Band at Newport Blues Cafe on Friday night. 

The music begins at 9 p.m. 

September 6

Local Forcast at Jamestown Arts Center

Pop-up Exhibition featuring select Jamestown Artists and Team JAC. 

Exhibiting Artists:

Jillian Barber
Lisa Barsumian
Roger Birn
Eliza Boyer
Jennifer and David Clancy
Elizabeth Congdon
Peter Diepenbrock
Daniel Forester
Joan Hall
Dianne Harrison
Peter Marcus
Georgia Marsh
Susan Matthews
Elaine Porter
Rene Stawicki
Onne van der Wal
Jane McNally Wright
Josy Wright
 

The event begins at 6 p.m. 

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September 7

History Space Program at Newport Historical Society

This summer the Newport Historical Society expands the popular History Space initiative with a series of costumed interpretation programs at the Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House, with expert historical interpreter Seán O’Brien.

In September O’Brien will discuss specific themes relating to colonial Newport while sharing details about early life in this historic seaport.

The event begins at 11 a.m. 

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September 7

Cars and Coffee at Marble House 

Kick-off your Saturday morning with a fresh cup of coffee while looking at some cool cars at the Marble House. 

The event begins at 7:30 a.m. 

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PHOTO: Audrain Auto

September 7

Newport International Polo Series at Newport Polo Grounds

Witness the excitement of one of the fastest ball sports in the world, played at thoroughbred racing speed when Team USA/Newport takes on challengers from around the world and major U.S. Cities in the Newport International Polo Series.

Entering its 28th season, audiences of several thousand attend the weekly contests, one of Newport’s most popular summer attractions, a Gilded Age tradition, open to the public.

The match begins at 5 p.m. 

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September 8

Thinking of You at Imago Gallery in Warren

Rina Naik will present recent abstract landscape paintings that are “rooted in memories” of the New England scenery. Responding to a recent loss, these atmospheric paintings capture fleeting memories. As an artist with a deep interest in design, Naik is interested in “both the observed and the experiential.”

Naik has an MFA in Interior Design and a certificate in drawing and painting from RISD Continuing Education (RISD|CE); she teaches at RISD|CE and Endicott College.

The event begins at 4 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Work by Rina Naik/Imago Foundation

September 8

Industry Night at Top of Newport 

Join every Sunday and receive your first specialty cocktail or beer on us with the purchase of any entrée.

Don't forget to tell your server where you work to partake in this offer.

The event begins at 4 p.m. 

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September 8

Traditional Irish Music Session at Fastnet Irish Pub 

Live traditional Irish music every Sunday night, hosted by A. O. Gutierrez, Tim May, and Jack Wright.

Family-friendly- arrive early to secure a table if you plan on eating.

The event goes from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

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