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'Untold, The Race of the Century' — outdoor film on Sept. 8
Newport Film  hosts a special screening of “The Race of the Century," a chronicle of the thrilling 1983 America’s Cup. A classic underdog story, it tells the tale of the scrappy … more
Rock, rhythm and blues festival in Westport
The 27th annual Westport Rock Rhythm & Blues Festival to benefit A Wish Come True is on Friday to Sunday. On Friday, the Jimmy Thibault Memorial Chicken BBQ is from 5 to 10 p.m. with … more
A bald eagle
It's Raptor Weekend at the Audubon
Raptor Weekend returns to the Audubon Society of Rhode Island’s Nature Center this weekend. Wildlife rehabilitators and experts from across the Northeast will bring a wide variety of these … more
Barbara Passmore rings the dinner bell at the last Little Compton Community Dinner, held in 2019.
Community — and dinner — returns to Little Compton Sunday
The COVID-19 pandemic canceled the affair the past two years, but it didn't kill Little Compton's community spirit. The town will once again break bread this Sunday. So far, more than 400 people … more
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'Assault on the First Amendment' focus of Thursday event
The struggle to preserve the principles of the First Amendment will be the topic of the opening Bosworth Lecture to be held on Thursday, Sept 8, at 7 p.m. at the Rogers Free Library (Bristol). The … more
A sign at Heritage Park in Portsmouth explains the site’s connection to the Battle of Rhode Island of 1778.
Portsmouth: Walk the battlefield at Heritage Park on Sept. 24
PORTSMOUTH — Did you know Portsmouth has an important battlefield? Within the town there’s an area of 365 acres that’s been designated an historic district on the National … more
Community support has sprung up around Bristol and the East Bay, through t-shirts and lawn signs honoring his memory.
Remembering Wilson Furtado
A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, Sept. 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mount Hope Farm, which generously donated the space to host this event. This will be a fun family day, with cornhole, face painting, kids games and more. more
Illusionist performs Sept. 10 in food bank fundraiser
Illusionist Lyn Dillies, of Westport, is showcasing her talents at the Zeiterion Theater on Saturday, Sept. 10,  in a show titled “Make Hunger Disappear," to benefit a food distribution … more
The Ravers play at 'The Fort' on Sept. 7
Fort Adams State Park in Newport is the site of a free outdoor concert on Wednesday, Sept. 7. The Ravers will perform from 6 to 8 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Entry is free, with food and beverages … more
Kevin Doyle is one of the headliners for the performance on Sept. 3 in Newport.
Irish folk music and dance in Newport Sept. 3
An Irish Folk Music and Dance event featuring step dancer Kevin Doyle and Roscommon Soles will be held Saturday, Sept. 3, from 3 to 6 p.m., free at King Park, Newport. Performing on the gazebo stage … more
Newport Film Outdoors features 'Master of Light' on Thursday
Marble House, at 596 Bellevue Ave., Newport, is the setting for a Newport Films Outdoors screening of “Master of Light” on Thursday, Aug. 25. The   venue opens at 5:30 p.m. Live … more
Newport History Tour takes place every Saturday morning
The Newport Historical Society hosts walking tours on Saturdays through October. All tours depart at 11 a.m. This week's theme is "Creative Survival." Visitors can discover the early history of … more
Free concert Sunday night at Burr's Hill Park
Come see folk artist Atwater-Donnelly Trip for free at the Band Shell in Burr's Hill Park on Sunday, August 14 at 5:00. Picnics and dogs are welcome.  The Warren Concert Series will continue … more
Fr. Christian Anderson is bringing his one-man show, “Jesus Was Not a Doorman” to Bristol on Sept. 10.
Hollywood doorman turned priest is bringing his unique story to Bristol
“What happens when a good ol’ church boy ends up running the door at the hottest nightclub in Hollywood?” more
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Volunteers pass through a trail at the Haile Farm Preserve, located along the Palmer River in Warren.
Land Trust Days celebrates special places in Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Land Trust Council is gearing up to host Land Trust Days, the 11th annual series of outdoor events designed to celebrate the trails, landscapes and open spaces across Rhode Island, … more
'Block Party' art showcase at Tiverton Four Corners
Tiverton Four Corners Art Gallery is hosting a "Block Party" on August 26 from 4-7 p.m. The event will feature local art, music, collectables and food. Vendors include Wrigley Design, Dina Doyle Fine … more
Farmers' market is Saturday at Mount Hope Farm
The weekly Mount Hope Farm farmers' market is moving closer to peak season for local growers and providers. The market is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This time of year it takes … more
Rhode Island Folk Festival in East Providence
The Rhode Island Folk Festival will be returning to Rose Larisa Park in East Providence on August 28, 2022 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.  more
The late Carlton 'Cukie' Macomber, left, with his friend Robert Harding of the Dartmouth Historical and Arts Society.
Westport remembers 'Cukie' Macomber Sunday
Carlton 'Cukie' Macomber could tell a good yarn. On Sunday, it's the South Coast's turn to tell a few about the late Westport Point resident, who passed away earlier this year. The Dartmouth … more
Narrows Center August concerts: Pousette Dart Band
Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River is holding a concert series, with shows every weekend in August.  On Friday, August 19, rock/folk singer, songwriter and musician Jon … more
Tyler Bowe concert to benefit the arts, food ministry
Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River is holding a concert series, with shows every weekend in August.  Fall River native Tyler Bowe will be performing a benefit concert for the First … more
Local art, music, food at Warren Folks Festival
Nonprofit arts organization The Collaborative is inviting the community to the sixth annual Warren Folks Festival on Saturday, August 20 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 30 Cutler Street in … more
Hunter Music Series presents Becky Bass
Grab your lawn chairs, blankets and the family for this year's Hunter Music Series on the grounds on the Lippitt House Museum.  Two-time New England Urban Music Award winner Becky Bass will … more
NIMFest Free Concerts: Cee Cee & the Riders, the Digg it Band
King Park in Newport will be holding free concerts every Sunday through August 29 from 3:00-6:00 p.m., as a part of NIMFest. The whole family is welcome, including pets. This Sunday, August 21, … more
R&B Heritage Month Festival returns to East Providence
The 13th annual R&B Heritage Month Festival is againoffered by the R.I. Rhythm & Blues Preservation Society. It will feature R&B organist Lonnie Gasperini and his trio, and the R&B … more
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