Events happening around Newport County this week – concerts, lectures, book signings, learn something new like cribbage or knitting. Activities for kids and adults.
Are you holding an arts & cultural, educational or nonprofit event? If so, post the information to the yearlong calendar on NewportThisWeek.com/yearlong-calendar/. Events posted by noon on Mondays will be included in the print calendar as space allows.
Thursday
December 1
Family Crafts Drop in for crafts in the Children’s Room, supplies provided for all ages, 1-3 p.m., Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., Middletown, 401-846-1573, middletownpubliclibraryri.org.
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens Unleash the power of your imagination and jump into a game that’s like no other, classic role-playing game using dice, 4:30-6:30 p.m., registration requested, YA Area at Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Owl Prowl the trails at dusk as native owls begin to set up their nesting territory, after the hike warm by the bonfire with hot chocolate and owl pellet dissection, 4:30-6 p.m., prices vary, registration recommended, Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown, 401-846- 2577, normanbirdsanctuary.org.
LivFit – Cooking & Nutrition Class every Tuesday & Thursday evening at 5 p.m., RSVP with Kristin 401-368-7614, Community Baptist Church, 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd., mlkccenter.org.
Book Discussion Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse discusses his new book “The Scheme How the Right Wing Used Dark Money to Capture the Supreme Court,” 7 p.m., free, registration required, Redwood Library & Athenaeum, 50 Bellevue Ave., 401-847-0292, redwoodlibrary.org.
Friday
December 2
Book Sale Friends of the Newport Public Library annual holiday book sale, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
A is for Art Children ages 2-5 and a caregiver explore art through different media, 10-11 a.m., registration required, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Rogues and Scoundrels Walking tour, see where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were punished, 11 a.m., prices vary, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., 401-841-8770, newporthistorytours.org.
Marvel Themed Escape Room High schoolers are invited to bring their expertise in all things Marvel for this one-of-a-kind escape room challenge, 3-5 p.m., Middletown Public Library, 401-846-1573, middletownpubliclibraryri.org.
Fiber Art Fridays Knitters, crocheters, needlepointers, etc. invited to bring their works in progress and beverage of choice for a makers social, monthly, 3:30- 4:30 p.m., Portsmouth Library, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, 401- 683-9457, portsmouthlibrary.org.
Social Fabric Opening Reception A thought-provoking exhibition of works that brings together a di-
verse array of contemporary textile artists who examine the complex issues of our time, Dec. 2, 5-7 p.m., free, Newport Art Museum, 78 Bellevue Ave., 401-848-8200, newportartmuseum.org.
Improv Comedy Watch the Bit Players create bits from audience suggestions, pure improvisation, 8 p.m., $18, 4 Equality Park Place, firehousetheater.org.
Saturday
December 3
Aquidneck Growers’ Market Features vendors of locally sourced foods, plants and more, market open through April, 9 a.m.-12 noon, Stoneacre Garden, 151 Swinburne Row, aquidneckcommunitytable.org.
Book Sale 9 a.m.-4 p.m., See Dec. 2.
Dungeons and Dragons for Middle School Play D&D 5th edition, perfect for new players, grades 6-8, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., registration required, Portsmouth Library, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, 401-683-9457, portsmouthlibrary.org.
Virtual Reality Installation Bike or walk the Pell Bridge in this interactive installation by RISD students and Bike Newport, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., free, registration encouraged, Old Colony House, 82 Touro St., 401-619-4900, crossingthepell. eventbrite.com.
Family Game Time Play classics like Scrabble or Clue or newer games from the library’s huge board game collection, 10:30 a.m.-12 noon, free, no registration required, Middletown Library, 700 West Main Rd., Middletown, 401-846-1573, middletownpubliclibraryri.org.
Discover Colonial Newport Hear stories of entrepreneurship, African American heritage and religious diversity, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., prices vary, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., 401-841- 8770, newporthistorytours.org.
Newport LEGO Club Children ages 5-12 invited to build and play with friends, materials provided, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., weekly, Newport Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Middletown LEGO Club Materials provided in the Children’s Room, 1-2 p.m.., free, Middletown Library, 700 West Main Rd., Middletown, 401-846-1573, middletownpubliclibraryri.org.
Painting Class Step by step process of a landscape painting with John Irwin, adults only, materials supplied, 1-3 p.m., registration required, Portsmouth Library, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, portsmouthlibrary.org.
Fall Fury III Live Exhibition Boxing benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County, 3 p.m. $40, reserve tickets online, Boys & Girls Clubs, 95 Church Street,newportboxfit.com.
Dungeon & Dragon Quest for Teens Dragon of Icespire Peak, bring established characters or make one here, 3-4:15 p.m., Middletown Library, 700 West Main Rd., Middletown.
Live Music The Spindle Rock River Rats, an eclectic blend of old time, bluegrass, folk, pop and western music, 7–9 p.m., $15, Common Fence Point Arts Wellness & Community Center, 933 Anthony Rd., 401-266-6166.
Women’s Voices Series Newport Live presents Alisa Amador, NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert of the Year winner, 7-9 p.m., $35, tickets online, Jamestown Arts Center, 18
Valley St., Jamestown, 401-560- 0979, jamestownartcenter.org.
Improv Comedy 8 p.m., See Dec. 2.
Sunday
December 4
Guided Bird Walk Learn how to identify common year-round birds and seasonal migrants, 8-10 a.m., free, no registration required, Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown, 401-846-2577, normanbirdsanctuary.org.
Virtual Reality Installation 10 a.m.–3 p.m., See Dec. 3.
Golden to Gilded Walking Tour Newport’s colonial Golden Age to Gilded Age summer colony, discover the transformation of the city and its people, 11 a.m., prices vary, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., 401-841-8770, newporthistorytours.org.
Book Sale 1-5 p.m., See Dec. 2.
Newport String Concert Newport String Quartet perform Haydn’s sun-filled String Quartet alongside Aftab Darvishi’s “Daughters of Sol”, 2-3 p.m., $20, reservations recommended, Channing Memorial Church, 135 Pelham St., newportstringproject.org.
Karaoke Sing your heart out at the IA, hosted by Mel, all are welcome, 9 p.m., free, weekly, Irish American Club, 642 Thames St.
Monday
December 5
Road to Independence Walking tour, learn about Newport’s role in the American Revolution, 11 a.m., prices vary, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., 401-841- 8770, newporthistorytours.org.
Book Sale 12 noon-6 p.m., See Dec. 2.
Cribbage Learn the card game with roots dating back to the 1600s, boards and cards provided, 1-3 p.m., registration requested, Portsmouth Library, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, portsmouthlibrary.org.
Star Wars Movie & Trivia Session culminated with Star Wars Trivial Pursuit – how much will you remember?, 4:30–6:30 p.m., Newport Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Mindfulness Meditation & Movement For more advanced practitioners, 5:30 p.m., weekly, sessions via Zoom, innerlightyoga.com, Nancy@nowmindfulness.org.
Mah Jongg Play Fall series with National League rules, must have your own official standard hands card, 4:45-6:45 p.m., registration required, contact Deborah Homer 401-423-7280, jamlibinfo@gmail.com, St. Matthew’s Church, 87 Narragansett Ave., Jamestown.
Jamestown Community Chorus All welcome to participate in rehearsals for December holiday concerts, no auditions, dues are minimal, 7-9 p.m., contact cantabile50@gmail.com or 401-423-2568, jamestownchorus.com, Jamestown Recreation Center, 41 Conanicus Ave., Jamestown.
Tuesday
December 6
Book Sale 9 a.m.-6 p.m., See Dec. 2.
Fiddle N’ Fun A fun, interactive musical show including guitar, singing, fiddle sticks and more for kids ages 2-8, 10–11 a.m., Friends Room, Newport
Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401- 847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Chess Club For beginners or more advanced players, ages 16 through adult, 3-4 p.m., first & third Tuesdays, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Teen Manga Drawing Learn to draw and create characters in the popular Japanese style at this drawing workshop, materials provided, 3:30-5 p.m., free, register at newportlibraryri.com, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401- 847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Mah Jongg Play Fall series with National League rules, must have your own official standard hands card, 5-7:30 p.m., registration required, contact Deborah Homer 401-423-7280, jamlibinfo@gmail.com, Jamestown Senior Center, 6 West St., Jamestown.
Wednesday
December 7
Toning in ‘22 Full-body workout to improve balance, bone health, flexibility, and strength in a safe, welcoming, and fun environment, all skill-levels and all community members welcome, 8:30 a.m., RSVP with Mel 401-846- 4828 x124, St. Paul’s Church, 12 Marlborough St., mlkccenter.org.
Book Sale 9 a.m.-6 p.m., See Dec. 2.
Toddler Playgroup Unstructured playtime for toddlers 1-4 years but infants and older siblings welcome, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Children’s Room, Middletown Library, 700 West Main Rd., Middletown, middletownpubliclibrary.org.
L.E.A.D. Peer Group Love, Equity, Acceptance, and Dreams, is an inclusive, supportive setting for LGBTQIA+ youth, 3 p.m., weekly, St. Paul’s Church, 12 Marlborough St., contact Mel at msaunders@mlkccenter.org or 401- 846-4828 x 124.
Wednesday Walk Stretch your legs, get fresh air, end the day with a nature walk, free, 3:30-4:15 p.m., Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown.
Senior Ballroom Dance Dance classes for adults age 55+, no experience required, couples preferred but singles are welcome, weekly, 4:15-5:15 p.m., info and RSVP at dtdballroom.net, Common Fence Point Community Center, 933 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth.
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults Play D&D 5th edition, perfect for all levels of play, 5:30-7:30 p.m., registration required, Portsmouth Library, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, 401-683-9457, portsmouthlibrary.org.
Thursday
December 8
Family Crafts 1-4 p.m., See Dec. 1.
Google Sheets Workshop Adult computer workshop explaining the functions of Google Sheets including how to use and format them, 2:30-3:30 p.m., free, registration required, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring Street, 401-847- 8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Geology Hike A guided hike through the forest to Hanging Rock Ridge along uneven and step paths, 2:45-3:15 p.m., $8- $10, registration required, Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown, 401-846-2577, normanbirdsanctuary.org.
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens 4:30-6:30 p.m., See Dec 1.
Adult Writers Club Provides a space for local writers to meet and share their writing, 5-6 p.m., register online or at the library, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., Middletown, 401-846-1573, middletownpubliclibraryri.org.
Genealogy Society Meeting Monthly speaker and brick wall help, 7-8 p.m., Church of the Latter Day Saints, 177 Miantonomi Ave., Middletown, 401-265-5891, newportannie@verizon.net.
Friday
December 9
Baby Playtime Unstructured play and social time for babies, ages 0-24 months, and caregivers, 9:30-10:30 am, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401- 847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Rogues and Scoundrels 11 a.m., See Dec. 2.
Marvel Themed Escape Room 3-5 p.m., See Dec. 2.
Improv Comedy 8 p.m., $18, See. Dec. 2.
Saturday
December 10
Aquidneck Growers’ Market 9 a.m.-12 p.m., See Dec. 3.
Family Game Time 10:30 a.m.-12 noon, See Dec. 3.
Virtual Lecture “A Tree Lover’s Travel Tales: Trees and Shrubs of England” featuring the woody plants of England with Joe Verstandig, 11 a.m.–12 noon, registration required, Newport Tree Conservancy, 401-324-9204, newporttreeconservancy.org.
Family Fun Kids ages 5-12 will create personalized photo snow globes with a photo measuring 3.5×3” that they bring, 2:30 p.m., registration is required, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Improv Comedy 8 p.m., See Dec. 2.
Sunday
December 11
Golden to Gilded Walking Tour 11 a.m., See Dec. 4.
Raptor Roundup Learn about the different raptor species found in RI and meet a Red-tailed Hawk up close while hiking through a variety of habitats, 1:30-2:30 p.m., prices vary, register online, Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., 401-846-2577, normanbirdsanctuary.org.
Karaoke 9 p.m., See Dec. 4.
Are you holding an arts & cultural, educational or nonprofit event? If so, post the information to the yearlong calendar on NewportThisWeek.com/yearlong-calendar/. Events posted by noon on Mondays will be included in the print calendar as space allows.
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