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Sunday, July 14, 2013

Newport Music Festival Continues!

The Newport Music Festival continues to impress!  Concerts are scheduled every day at various locations around Newport, today through Sunday July 28th.

The 45th annual season continues today, Sunday July 14th at 11am with Bon Matin, a festival salute to Bastille Day at the Elms Tent.  At 4 pm musical icon Robert Schumann will perform Schumann Fantasy, also at the Elms tent. The Argentinean organist  Hector  Olivera will perform at 8pm this evening at The Breakers, concluding the first week of the Music Festival.

Tomorrow, July 15th at 11am at The Elms a recital will be put on by Scott Cuellar, Festival's Young-Artist-of-The-Year.  At 4pm the second series of the Verdi-Wagner Concert will take place at the CCRI Newport Auditorium.  The day will conclude with Vassily Primakov in Recital, an all-chopin concert by the award winning artist himself.

The complete schedule of events, as well as pricing,  can be found at:

http://www.newportmusic.org/Calendar%20of%20Events%202013%20Website.pdf

Whether interested in classical music, jazz, or even tango, there is plenty of beautiful music to be heard around the island in the next few weeks.  There truly is no better setting for this festival than the majestic churches, mansions and theaters of Newport!


Saturday, June 15, 2013

FREE Admission to the Newport Mansions & Newport Attractions, June 16 & 17, Newport Bed & Breakfast, VILLA ONETWENTY

Looking for something fun and cultural to do with dad this Father's Day Weekend?

As a thank you to Newport County Residents and hospitality employees, The Preservation Society of Newport County is offering FREE ADMISSION to the following Newport Mansions, Saturday June 16th and Sunday June 17th:

  • The Breakers
  • The Elms
  • Chateau-sur-Mer
  • Kingscote
  • Marble House
  • Green Animals Topiary Garden
  • Rosecliff
Additionally, residents and hospitality employees receive a 10% discount  at all Newport Mansions Stores.
(Proof of residency or employment is required)  For more information visit www.NewportMansions.org

Still looking for more to do?

Many other businesses and attractions in the Newport and Bristol area will offer FREE ADMISSION or special pricings June 16th and June 17th including:

  • Historic Fort Adams (free admission)
  • International Tennis Hall of Fame (free admission)
  • Greenvale Vineyards (free tasting & free logo glass)
  • Museum of Newport History (free admission)
  • Newport Art Museum ((free admission June 16, closed June 17)
  • Newport Vineyards & Winery (free tasting, logo glass and $5 off winery tour)
  • Norman Bird Sanctuary (free admission)
  • Touro Synagogue (free admission)
  • Blithewold Mansion (free admission June 16, closed June 17)
 Indoors or outdoors there is plenty of family fun to be had  this weekend on the island!  Happy Father's Day to dads everywhere!!

Sunday, June 9, 2013

National Museum of American Illustration - 29th June Mary Jane Begin Book Signing - Newport RI Villa 120 Intimate Event Venue


June 7,  2013
'MY LITTLE PONY' BOOK SIGNING BY ACCLAIMED ILLUSTRATOR, EDUCATOR,
& AUTHOR
MARY JANE BEGIN

On Saturday, June 29, 2013, the National Museum of American Illustration will host a book signing by acclaimed illustrator, educator, and author Mary Jane Begin, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The book signing coincides with an inaugural exhibition of Mary Jane's original illustrations from the newly released My Little Pony book, titled Under the Sparkling Sea.

Mary Jane Begin has twenty-five years of experience as a professional illustrator and notable faculty member at the Rhode Island School of Design. In 2008, she was the first living illustrator to have an exhibition at the NMAI. On that occasion her featured artworks had been created for the 100th anniversary edition of the beloved children's book classic by Kenneth Grahame, The Wind in The Willows, and a Willow Buds prequel series she wrote and illustrated, titled Willow Buds. Also exhibited were books illustrated by Mary Jane  such as R is for Rhode Island Red, a retelling of The Sorcerer's Apprentice, A Mouse Told His Mother, and others.

Doubtlessly based upon an impeccable story-telling ability and extraordinary artistic skills demonstrated in her previous works, Mary Jane was selected by Hasbro toys to write and illustrate My Little Pony. The book Under the Sparkling Sea, as the title suggests, is a My Little Pony story with an aquatic theme. Mary Jane does an inimitable job of portraying characters from that well known children's franchise in a setting not commonly associated with ponies. Her bold and intense use of colors in the underwater environment and nuanced depictions of the facial expressions convey the characters' wonderment at the strange and new world they experience. It is a superlative effort, already well received, and is now acknowledged at the NMAI as  "a great new classic of children's literature."



Additionally, NMAI offers 3 concurrent exhibitions:   

1). The American Muse focuses on the illustrative works of Charles Dana Gibson, Harrison Fisher, Howard Chandler Christy, Walter Granville Smith, James Montgomery Flagg, Albert Beck Wenzell, and others of their colleagues each demonstrating a particular notion of classical female American beauty. Their various popular depictions or interpretations of late 19th and early 20th century beautiful American women include the Gibson Girl, the Christy Girl, the Fisher Girl, Liberty Belles, and many other notable works of that era.

2). Maxfield Parrish: The Retrospective continues due to great popular demand, with works from the Edith Wharton book, Italian Villas and their Gardens, various Edison Mazda works, and other examples from each phase of Parrish's oeuvre. NMAI has in its permanent American Imagist Collection the largest Maxfield Parrish Collection of original artworks extant, including the famous Florentine Fete murals..

3). Howard Pyle and His Brandywine Students features works by Pyle, N.C. Wyeth, Frank Schoonover, and others of the Brandywine School.

Throughout the NMAI are highlights from our American Imagist Collection. Also enjoy Vernon Court, our Gilded Age mansion, and its unique architectural features, period furnishings, and the American Imagist Sculpture Collection.

For Reservations:
Admissions Desk
National Museum of American Illustration
492 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
T: 401-851-8949 ext. 18, F: 401-851-8974
art@americanillustration.org
www.americanillustration.org

Open Thursday though Sunday, 11am to 5pm for general admissions. Open year round Fridays from 11am to 5pm, with a guided tour at 3pm. Open all other times for group tours by advance reservation.

Tickets:
Adults: $18; Seniors (60+) & Military: $16; Students: $12; Children ages 5 to 12: $8. Children ages 5 to 12 are permitted only if vouchsafed by parents or guardians as being 'well-behaved.'



The National Museum of American Illustration is a nonprofit, independent, educational and aesthetic organization. It is located in Newport, RI, on Bellevue Avenue at Vernon Court (1898), a Carrére and Hastings designed Beaux-Arts adaptation of an 18th century French chateau. It is the first national museum devoted exclusively to American illustration art. Illustration consists of original artwork created to be reproduced in books, magazines, newspapers, and advertisements. 'Golden Age' paintings by such luminaries as Norman Rockwell, Maxfield Parrish, NC Wyeth, JC Leyendecker, and 150 others are displayed in 'Gilded Age' architecture, creating a unique union of architecture and art - a national treasure. The Museum is administered by the American Civilization Foundation, a nonprofit organization with the goal to present the best possible venue for appreciating the greatest collection of illustration art - the most American of American art.

Saturday, June 8, 2013

Newporters fundraising for Guatemalan orphanage - Villa 120 Best Bed & Breakfast Newport RI

Newport long time friends Nick Manson & Paul Marshall decided to head to Central America on a surfing safari last December after recently graduating from college they took off on a five month trip.

One night after three months of hitting the shores of Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Panama the two Rogers High School alumni learned about a fundraiser for a local orphanage - Hogar Rosa de Amor.  The home is for children, primarily abused girls, who have been taken from their home by Guatemalan authorities.

On meeting the children they were so moved they decided to beach their boards and spend two weeks volunteering at the orphanage.  "They wer so appreciative, and we learned a lot about how they were funded" said Manson.  "They were behind on their electric bills.  The workers were not getting paid - they were on the verge of being shut down!"

So the two surfing buddies, both bartenders at The Black Pearl, decided to lend another helping hand.

On Sunday they are hosting a fundraiser for orphanage at Cappy's Hillside Cafe, on Memorial Boulevard from 1-5 p.m.  The two will tend bar adn all tips and donations will go directly to the orphanage - no middle men to syphon off the proceeds!  There will also be a 50-50 raffle.

Lets go an support them!

Friday, June 7, 2013

SVF Foundation - Newport, Villa 120 Best Bed&Breakfast Newport R.I.

Newport RI, The SVF Foundation, 152 Harrison Avenue, will hold its annual Visitors Day on Saturday from 9 am. - 3 p.m.

Visitors are invited to take self-guided tours through the historic 23 acre former Swiss Village farm, where germplasm (semen & embryos) from rare and endangered breeds of food and fiber livestock is cryogenically preserved, and meet laboratory, veterinary and animal care staff.

Because of its strict biosecurity, SVF is not typically open to the public.

New this year, Julian's Omnibus, a double-decker food truck, will serve burgers and other food made with local heritage bred meat and farm products.

Admission is free, free parking will be available at Fort Adams State Park and free transportation will be provided by Viking Trolley.  There will be no parking available at SVF.

For more information, contact Jill DeLeo at 848-7229 Ext: 10, or jill@svffoundation.org or visit svf-foundation.org

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Preservation Society & Villa 120 Lecture - Richard Upjohn Architecture - Best Bed&Breakfast Villa 120 Newport RI

We are honored to have Richard Guy Wilson visit Villa 120 today with 30 of his students - they are here to be inspired,  and enjoy the works of Richard Upohn who was the architect for  Villa 120.

Later this afternoon Richard Guy Wilson, Commonwealth Professor and chair of the Department of Architectural History at the University of Virginia will present at Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport at 6 p.m. tonight.

Preservation Society Lecture - "Kingscote & Beyond"

Advanced registration requested at 401 847 1000 Ext 154 or www.newportmansions.org

$5 for Preservation Society members $10 general public

Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Heather Abbott Fundraiser - Blues on the Beach - Villa 120 Best B&B Newport RI

The James Montgomery Band, Triple Threat and Jefferson Hendricks with Robert Johnson Howard are among the musicians and bands slated to perform Sunday at a benefit for Heather Abbott of Newport, who lost her left foot and lower leg as a result of the Boston Marathon bombings in April.

"Newport Strong - Blues on the Beach" will be held at the Atlantic Beach Club, 53 Purgatory Road, from 5-9 p.m.

Tickets will be sold at the door for $20

Monday, June 3, 2013

Win a $5000 Wedding Dress - Best Intimate Wedding Venue - Villa One Twenty Newport RI

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Sunday, June 2, 2013

Newport RI - What's On?! Best Bed & Breakfast Newport RI, Villa One Twenty

Sunday 2nd June 2013

Jazz Piano - Clarke Cooke House "Sunday Brunch" with Bobby Ferreira  - 12.30 to 3.30 p.m.

Atlantic Beach Club live music with  Mac Chrupcala Quartet 3-7 pm

Fifth Element, 111 Broadway 12 noon until 3 p.m.

Nimfest - King Park gazebo, Wellington Avenue Newport - 3-6 p.m. Abbey Rhode will perform as part of the annual Newport independent Musicians Festival concert series.  FREE

Newport History Tours Schedule

Starting today and running until November 1st.

Sunday at 10.30 a.m :  Discover Colonial Newport

Mondays at 10.30 a.m. :  Rogues & Scoundrels

Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Golden to Gilded and at 10.30 a.m. Road to Independence

Wednesdays at 10 a.m Discover Colonial Newport and at 10.30 am Souls and Stones

Thursdays at Golden to Gilded and at 10.30 a.m. Road to Independence

Fridays at 10 am  Discover Colonial Newport and at 10.30 am Souls and Stones

Saturday at 10 am Golden to Gilded at 10.30 Togues & Scoundrels

Tours last approximately 75 minutes and are weather permitting.  The Tours of the Month will take place on the third Saturday of the month at 11 a.m. and include:

June 15 The Colonial Women

July 20 Newport Squared

August 17:  French in Newport





Friday, May 24, 2013

Reggae Concert & The Newport Rotary Charity Polo Match, Villa One Twenty, Bed & Breakfast

The Sunset Music Series at the Newport Yachting Center will feature a mini Reggae-Fest Saturday May 25th featuring Toots and the Maytals, Anders Osborne and The Ravers.

Tickets are $24 dollars in advance and $36 the day-of and can be purchased here:
Doors open at 4 pm.

http://www.newportwaterfrontevents.com/toots-and-the-maytals-in-newport-rhode-island-google/?gclid=CMjk4reur7cCFShxQgodV3oATw




The Newport Polo season kicks off this Saturday May 25th with its annual Newport Rotary Charity Match.

Gates open at 4pm.  General admission is $10, children under 12 are free.

For more information, contact Rotary Polo Comittee point man at (401) 297-9324 or foconnor2@cox.net

http://www.nptpolo.com/matches/newport-rotary-charity-match


Sunday, May 5, 2013

Gay and Lesbian Wedding Venue, Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Lodging, Newport / Middletown Rhode Island, Rehearsal Suppers, Villa 120,

Finally - democracy!

Rhode Island has become the nations 10th state to allow gay and lesbian couples to wed, after a 16 year effort to extend marriage rights in this heavily Roman Catholic state.  The first marriages will take place 1st August, when the new law takes effect.

Villa 120 is absolutely delighted - thank goodness our beautiful small state has embraced love to its full capacity.   All love matters, all love has meaning and all love should be respected!

Just live, let live and be happy!

Villa 120 looks forward to our first Gay/Lesbian wedding.





Saturday, May 4, 2013

National Police Parade, Newport Rhode Island, Sunday 5th May, VILLA ONE TWENTY

 Sunday 5th May - Newport


National Police Parade starting at 317 West Main Road, Middletown, at 11.50 a.m. and travelling south along West Main Road and onto Broadway in Newport.

US Marshall Jamie A. Hainsworth will be Grand Marshall of the Parade, which salutes law enforcement and Police Officers who have died in the line of duty in the past year.

Please come along to support our Police Officers and enjoy the family fun.


Friday, May 3, 2013

Sachuest Point Wildlife Refuge Reopening, Last Minute Specials At VILLA ONE TWENTY!

Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is open again.  Closed since superstorm Sandy slammed the coastline on October 29th the two lane road along Sachuest beach reopened to traffic.

As of today the walking trails at the 242-acre property officially open.  The visitors centre is expected to open to the publc today.

It is an amazing place that gives youa snapshot of the coastline in eastern Rhode Island that is both beautiful and interesting.  When you're there, you can see a lighthouse, get a look at the mansions in Newport ad the chapel at St George's along with a rocky shoreline.

Villa 120 is only minutes away - visit this weekend and enjoy our last minute deal of just $139 for your relaxing weekend break at our beautiful Mansion - a step into yesterday.

Please quote blogspecial when booking $139 Bed&Breakfast plus tax.


Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Fluke Wine, Bar & Kitchen, May dinner specials, Bowen's Wharf, Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Lodging, Newport / Middletown Rhode Island, Villa 120

FLUKE RESTAURANT - ONE OF THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN TOWN!

DINE WITH US!

Dinner For Two Continues!
4 Courses $49
Wednesdays & Thursdays

5/1-5/2
Cacciucco - Italian Fish Stew!

5/8-5/9
Homemade Fettuccine with Veal Meatballs

5/15-5/16
Squid Ink Pasta with Local Squid, Mussels & Spring Vegetables

5/22-5/23
Chicken Cacciatore!

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK

Check out our facebook page for photos of recent menu items, information about special events, Dinner For Two Menus, etc.

You can even make a reservation right from our facebook page!

LOOK FOR US

Tomorrow, Thursday, May 2nd we will be at Rosecliff celebrating at the Newport Life Magazine Best Of Soiree. 

We  hope you can join us!

PARKING

Starting May 1st, the parking meters are in effect. Ride your bike or walk to Fluke if you can! And, please note we are no longer able to validate parking in the Bowen's Wharf lot.

SUMMER HOURS

Open 7 nights a week!
Dinner from 5:00pm

Bar open at 4:00pm
Friday, Saturday, Sunday


Yankee Magazine
has selected Fluke Wine, Bar & Kitchen
as an Editor's Choice for 2013. 
Listed in the current issue of Yankee Magazine, you will find a spotlight on Newport
and Fluke is mentioned as the
"Best Seaside Spirits".

Congratulations to all of the attractions, dining and lodging partners that were mentioned in this publication!

So, About those $6 Cocktails!
I think the Editors at Yankee Magazine might be on to something!  They noticed we have over 40 rums and a number of seasonal libations...But what they didn't know is that for a limited time, we are offering a special list of drinks for just six bucks.  What better reason to get together with a friend than to come and sample one of our many specially priced specialty drinks!

Weekdays through May 23rd!
Thanks to all of you for your continued support!

Sincerely,
Geremie Callaghan

Fluke Wine, Bar & Kitchen
41 Bowen's Wharf (entrance Bannister's Wharf)
401.849.7778
www.flukewinebar.com

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Classic Cruises of Newport Rhode Island, Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Lodging, Venue, Newport / Middletown Rhode Island, Villa 120

Experience Rhode Island's gorgeous coastline and inspiring landmarks from the teak deck of a luxurious schooner or a vintage motor yacht.  Daily tours, charters, sunset and cocktail cruises.

Departing daily from Bannister's Wharf in the heart of historic downtown Newport.

Book tickets on-line - cruisenewport.com / 401 847 0298

Monday, April 29, 2013

Newport Jazz Festival, August 2 3 4, Venue, Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Lodging, Newport / Middletown Rhode Island, Villa 120

August 2 - 4th Newport Jazz Festival was one of the first annual jazz festivals in America.

The festival continues its distinguished history with a dynamic mix of jazz legends and emerging artists.  Referred to as the grandfather of all jass festivals.

Fort Adams State Park, Newport, 401 848 5055

NewportJazzFest.net


































Sunday, April 28, 2013

Boston Bombing, Heather Abbott, Fundraiser Dockside Newport, Venue, Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Lodging, Newport / Middletown Rhode Island, Villa 120

Newport resident and Boston bombing victim Heather Abbott suffered a severe injury to her left foot which resulted in a below knee amputation.

Come support our hero Heather Abbott at a silent auction fundraiser at 2 p.m. located at Dockside Newport.

Please support this remarkable lady.

Saturday, April 27, 2013

Murder Mystery, Griswold House, Marley Bridges Theatre Company, Venue, Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Lodging, Newport / Middletown Rhode Island, Villa 120

'HOT TICKETS'

MURDER AT THE MUSEUM "Newport Nuptials For Better or Worse"

May 4, 11, 25 & June 8, 22  -  7 p.m.

Attend a 1925 high society wedding where intrigue and murder run rampant.  Search the Griswold House for clues and question suspects to catch the murderer in this family-friendly, interactive experience featuring the Marley Bridges Theatre Company.


Tickets available online or by phone.

NewportArtMuseum.org

401 848 8200


Friday, April 26, 2013

Greenvale Vineyards, Abbey Rhode, Beatles, Venue, Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Lodging, Newport / Middletown Rhode Island, Villa 120

Abbey Rhode will perform a two hour concert of Beatles music today at 7.30 p.m. at Greenvale Vineyards, 582 Wapping Road, Middletown.

Doors will open at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $22 in advance and $25 on the day of the concert.

To purchase tickets call 401 847 3777


Enjoy!