Thursday, September 5, 2013

City by the Sea - Newport RI International Boat Show


               
WELCOME TO THE CITY BY THE SEA!

Only 8 days until the start of the 43rd Newport International Boat Show! Hundreds of exhibitors, dozens of never-before-seen boats and products, great show specials and on the water boating opportunities. We look forward to seeing you in our beautiful city by the sea!

Show hours:
Thursday – Saturday, Sept. 12-14: 10am-6pm
Sunday - Sept. 15: 10am-5pm


PARKING MADE EASY

There is plenty of parking at Easton's Beach with a handicap-accessible shuttle service running daily from 8am-8pm. Click here to purchase show tickets and a parking pass in advance.


SPECIAL SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

We have a TON of activities and programs for you at the Newport International Boat Show. A few include:

Lee Chesneau will host a one-day course on understanding marine weather

Our free Saturday night Cruisers Party, hosted by Cruising Outpost, features music, pizza, beer and soft drinks

The “Authors Corner” in Tent C will feature Michael Cosgrove and Judy Silvia who capture the beauty of sailing in their writings.

Sailing Heals’ Sunday evening Sunset Cruise on its 72’ schooner Madeleine

Discover Boating’s Hands-On Skills Training (HOST) and Discover Sailing’s introductory Sailing course

Sailor Donna will entertain children with face painting and balloon art on the weekend

Visit our website to find out more, to sign up for seminars and training courses, or to simply stay in the know. All this and more at New England’s largest boat show!


NEWPORT FOR NEW PRODUCTS’ PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD

People attending the show on Thursday can vote for the best new boat exhibited at the show. There are over 40 to choose from this year, so give yourself time to review them all! Red and blue balloons signify each new debut. One lucky People's Choice voter will win an iPad with a $50 credit to the online Apple Store! Please pick up a voting ballot at any gate and be sure to drop off at the same location before the close of the show on Thursday at 6pm. The winner will be notified on Friday morning during the Awards Ceremony.


THANK YOU TO SPONSORS

Our sponsors make the Newport International Boat Show a success. A big thank you to: Bank Newport, Bermuda Tourism, Blue Chair Bay Rum, 5-Hour-Energy, Harbor Town Wine, Helly Hansen Newport, Jaguar, Karma Wellness Water, Land Rover, Sea Bags, Sebago, Six Degrees Water, Sobieski Vodka, and The Wall Street Journal.


CHARITABLE PARTNER SAILING HEALS’ SPECIAL OFFER

If you are or have experienced a traumatic event such as cancer, Sailing Heals is offering a special, complimentary Sunday morning excursion aboard the beautiful 72’ schooner Madeleine. Visit their booth in Tent C, Booth #71 to find out more and sign up.

HUNGRY?

Enjoy New England favorites and seaside fare, from comfort food to healthy options at our various onsite waterfront concession locations. From burgers and sandwiches to lobster rolls and clam chowder, all delectable choices can be paired with full bar options at our new Sunset Lounge area.

Saturday, August 31, 2013

Sweetberry Farm, Greenvale Vineyards, Sunset Music Series, Classic Yacht Regatta, Murder at the Museum - Villa 120 Newports Best Bed & Breakfast

Saturday 31st August!

Sweetberry Farm - Now picking peaches!  Farm market and Cafe - 915 Mitchells Lane, Middletown - 401 847 3912

Greenvale Vineyard live Jazz 1-4 p.m. - 582 Wapping Road, Portsmouth

Sunset Music Series - Newport Yachting Centre, 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport - gates open at 5.30 p.m.  Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo will perform.  $29.50 - $65.50   www.newportwaterfrontevents.com

Classic Yacht Regatta Reception - Fort Adams 6-8 p.m. in conjuntion with the Classic Yacht Regatta, a cocktail party will feature entertainment by the Honky Tonk Knights, cash bar adn light hors d'oeuvres.  www.iyrs.edu

Murder at the Museum - Newport Art Museum 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport 7 p.m.  The Marley Bridges Theatre Co., will present "Portrait of a Killer", an interactive, all ages murder mystery set during the 1890's.  401 848 8200 or www.newportartmuseum.org

  

Newport Restaurant Week- November 1-10

Friday, August 30, 2013

Newport Mansions Wine & Food - September 20-22nd - Villa 120 Best Bed & Breakfast


September 20-22, 2013
Marble House, The Elms & Rosecliff
Newport, Rhode Island
Supporting historic preservation in Newport



Festival Highlights
New! Newport After Dark Party
Two day Grand Tasting with hundreds of  wines and food from around the world
Chefs Alex Guarnaschelli, Michel Richard, Johnny Iuzzini, Claudine Pepin and many more
Wine seminars with leading experts
Collectible Wine Dinner
Wine & Rosecliff Gala
Silent auctions of luxury goods and wines
Advance ticket prices expire September 4.
Get your tickets now before the prices go up.



www.NewportMansionsWineAndFood.org

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

PM Picnic Series, Newport Art Museum, Shakespeare's "A Comedy of Errors", VILLA ONE TWENTY, Bed & Breakfast in Newport RI, Historical Hotel, Wedding Venue in Middletown,

The Newport Art Museums's PM Picnic series continues tomorrow night Wednesday August 28, with Shakespeare's A Comedy of Errors, brought to you by the Marley Bridges Theatre Company. 

This will be the second to last show, the final being next Wednesay September 3rd.

The show is from 6:00pm to 7:30pm on the Griswold House Lawn.  The event is rain or shine.

Pack a picnic or take advantage of the on-site food truck!

Tickets are $10 for adults or $8 for youth, but members recieve a 50% off discount!


For more information, please visit: http://www.newportartmuseum.org/Programs-Events/PM-Picnics

Monday, August 26, 2013

Newport RI Lead up to Memorial Day Events - Villa 120 Best Bed&Breakfast/Bridal Venue/Elopement Venue

Tuesday 27th August

Music Series, Sweet Berry Farm, 915 Mitchells lane, 5.30 - 7.30 p.m.  The Louis Vaughan Quartet will perform a "Madeira Vacation Memories" menu will be available for purchase as part of the Tuesday Evening Supper Concert series.  Bring blankets or chairs, in case of rain the concert will be moved into the event barn.  Free.  401 847 3912

Wednesday 28th August

PM Picnic - Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave, Newport 6 - 7.30 p.m. rain or shine.  The Marley Bridges Theatre Co., will perform  "A Comedy of Errors" on the lawn.  Guests are invited to bring their own picnic and a blanket or lawn chairs.  Members $5 non members $10 - www.newportartmuseum.org or 401 848 8200

Thursday 29th August

Concert Series - Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyards, 162 West Main Road, Little Compton, 6-8 p.m. Hi Definition will perform.  $10 per car - www.carolynssakonnetvineyards.com

Friday 30th August

Gala 375TH Weekend - Greenvale Vineyards, 582 Wapping Road, Portsmouth 6-8 p.m.  In celebration of Portsmouth's 375th anniversary, the vineyard will hold a chamber music reception featuring samples of Greenvale's 375th Commemorative Wine.  Free

Dance Performance - Jamestown Arts Centre, 18 Valley St, Jamestown - 7 p.m.  "Double Takes" features independent dancer, choreographer and teacher Lance Gries and four New York dancers collaborating in an improvisational dance as they respond to moving images.  Performing Friday & Saturday - 401 560 0979

Newport Summer Comedy Series - Newport Yachting Centre, 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport 7.30 p.m. - Nick Offerman & Megan Mullay will perform www.newportcomdedy.com

Enjoy!





Friday, August 23, 2013

Newport RI - Celtic Rock Festival, Rubber Ducky Regata, Murder at the Museum & Summer Jazz

What Newport has for you this weekend!

Friday 23rd August 2013:-

 Newport Celtic Rock Festival -

Newport Yachting Centre, 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport - Noon - 10 p.m.
Dropkick Muphys will perform, along with Eileen Ivers, The Town Pants, Screaming Orphans and Celtica Pipes Rock - (800) 745 3000 or www.newportwaterfrontevents.com

"Rubber Ducky Regatta" - Newport Yacht Club, 110 Wharf, Newport, noon.  A predicted-time race of small boats, themed "music legends" will determine the "Best Dressed" ship, along with other awards. $20 per boat - nptef.org

"Murder at the Museum" Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Avenue Newport 7 p.m.  The Marley Bridges Theatre Co will present "Newport Nuptials" an interactive, all ages murder mystery set in 1920s.  401 848 8200 or www.newportartmuseum.org

Summer Jazz on Saturday
Saturday, August 24th, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Greenvale Vineyards, 582 Wapping Road, Portsmouth RI

Bring friends and a picnic and enjoy live jazz music while taking in the beauty of the vineyard and tasting elegant wines.

$15, souvenir wine glass included.

Friday, August 16, 2013

Yoga On the Beach, VILLA ONE TWENTY, NEWPORT RI, Relaxing Retreat,

Planning and executing the perfect vacation get-away can be very stressful in itself.  Looking for a way to relax & de-stress during your busy trip? No matter what your fitness level, try yoga on the beautiful beaches of Newport!

Middletown's Inner Light Yoga is offering yoga on Easton's Beach from now until Labor Day.

Relax and rejuvenate while watching the sunrise Monday evenings at 6:00 pm, or catch the first rays Wednesday mornings at 8:00 am and Saturday mornings at 8:30 am.

Classes are weather permitting, and will be held on the beach front of the pavilion.  Bring a towel, not a yoga mat.

The cost is $15 for non-members, and parking is free.

Awaken mind, body, and spirit amidst sea, sky, and sand!


http://www.innerlightyoga.com/cms/outdoor-yoga.html