Thursday
June 30
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.
Teen Activities Paracord survival bracelet/keychains, tie dying, dreamcatchers, terrariums, memory boxes, game days, and more, 3:30-5 p.m., weekly, free, registration required, Middletown Library, 700 West Main Rd., Middletown, 401-846-1573, middletownpubliclibraryri.org.
Blue & You Series Offshore Wind presented by Will Cotta of Mayflower Wind, part of Greater Newport Chamber summer speaker series through August 18, 4-5:30 p.m., $10, Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, newportchamber.com.
LivFit Cooking & Nutrition Class every Tuesday & Thursday evening at 5 p.m., RSVP with Kristin 401-368-7614, 20 Dr. Marcus F. Wheatland Blvd., mlkccenter.org.
Garden Fête Cocktails, mocktails and charcuterie in the formal gardens at Rough Point, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $75, 680 Bellevue Ave., newportrestoration.org.
Author Talks An American Renaissance: Beaux- Arts Architecture in New York City by Phillip Dodd features works of architects familiar to visitors of the Newport mansions, 6 p.m., Charter Books, 8 Broadway, charterbookstore.com.
Friday
July 1
Stories at Whitehorne House Listen to storybook readings in the garden and complete themed craft on the grounds at Whitehorne House Museum, recommended for pre-K to 1st grade, 10-11 a.m., free, 416 Thames St., newportrestoration.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.
Pirates: Lost at Sea Interactive STEM presentation for pre-K to 5th grade, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., registration required, Portsmouth Library, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, portsmouthlibrary.org.
Movie Series: Marilyn Monroe “How to Marry a Millionaire,” three women set out to find eligible millionaires to marry, but find true love in the process, 2:30-5 p.m., Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.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.
TGIF Performance Puerto Rican music performance with Lydia Perez and Yoruba 2 in the formal garden or Great Hall, 6-7:30 p.m., $15, Rough Point, 680 Bellevue Ave., newportrestoration.org.
Gulls Baseball Home game vs. Ocean State Waves, first pitch at 6:35 p.m., $1-5, Cardines Field, 20 America’s Cup Ave., newportgulls.com.
Stand Up Comedy Laughing MONKS Production presents headliner Anthony De- Vito, 8 p.m., $20, Rejects Beer Co., 124 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown, 401-619-8200, rejectsbeerco.com.
Improv Comedy Watch the Bit Players create bits from audience suggestions, pure improvisation, 8 p.m., $18, 4 Equality Park Place, firehousetheater.org.
Saturday
July 2
Aquidneck Growers’ Market Features more than 25 vendors of locally sourced foods, plants and more, market open through October, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Embrace Home Loans, 25 Enterprise Way, Middletown, aquidneckcommunitytable.org.
LEGO Club Children ages 5-12 invited to build and play with friends, materials provided, 10-11 a.m., weekly, Newport Library, 300 Spring St., 401- 847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Tree Corps Care for Newport’s city trees by mulching, pruning and watering with Newport Tree Conservancy, tools provided, no experience necessary, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., weekly in various locations, Aquidneck Park, 26 Golden Hill St. adjacent to Newport Library, newporttree.org.
French Conversation Alliance Françoise of Newport hosts a drop-in group for French speakers of all levels, 10:30-11:30 a.m., The French Confection, 72 East Main Rd., Middletown, alliancefrancoisenewportri.org.
Women in 18th Century Newport Walking tour, learn about the entrepreneurial women who lived and worked in this diverse seaport, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m., prices vary, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., 401-841- 8770, newporthistorytours.org.
Gallery Opening ‘Between the Sea Foam and Over the Sand’ features work of various artists for a beach going season show, on display through July 31, music, refreshments and artist interaction, 1-7 p.m., DeBlois Gallery, 134 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown.
Drop-In Crafts Make a craft to celebrate 4th of July, all ages, 2-4 p.m., Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401- 847- 8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Polo Match Independence Cup, tailgating begins 2 p.m., match at 5 p.m., prices vary, Glen Farm, Portsmouth, nptpolo.com
Long Wharf Music Series Outdoor concert series, performance by Y Not 3, 1-5 p.m., Shops at Long Wharf between Thames and America’s Cup.
Improv Comedy 7 & 9 p.m., See July 1.
Newport Classical Performance Pianist Joyce Yang performs as part of Newport Classical’s 54th annual music festival through July 17, 8-9:30 p.m., prices vary, The Breakers, 44 Ochre Point Ave., newportclassical.org.
Sunday
July 3
Guided Bird Walk Free guided bird walk, all birding levels welcome, 8-10 a.m., bi-weekly, Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown.
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.
Long Wharf Music Series Performance by Lana Katz, 1-5 p.m., See July 2.
Discover Colonial Newport 2-3:30 p.m., See June 30.
Independence Day Concert Featuring Your Favorite Brass Quintet performing the American Classics, bring chairs and blankets, 3 p.m., Trinity Church lawn, Queen Anne Square.
Newport Classical Performance Junction Trio performs, 8-9:30 p.m., See July 2.
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.
Jamestown Fireworks 9:05 p.m., East Ferry
Monday
July 4
Wreath Laying Daughters of the American Revolution will host a wreath laying at the grave of William Ellery, signer of the Declaration of Independence, 9 a.m., Island Cemetery, Farwell and Warner Streets.
Independence Day Celebration 9 a.m., Colony House first floor open for exploration, 10-11 a.m., Newport Community Orchestra Performs, 11 a.m., Sons of the Revolution will read the Declaration, followed by the Artillery Co. of Newport 21 Gun Salute, Washington Square, newporthistory.org.
Reading of the Declaration of Independence Read aloud the document that led to the birth of our nation, copies available, rain or shine, 9 a.m., Portsmouth Library lawn or Program Room, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth.
Road to Independence Walking tour, learn about Newport’s role in the American Revolution, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m., prices vary, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., 401-841- 8770, newporthistorytours.org.
Gulls Baseball Home game vs. North Shore Navigators, first pitch at 6:35 p.m., See July 1.
Fireworks Display City of Newport annual display to light up the harbor, rain date July 5, 9:15 p.m., donations can be made to the mayor’s office at 43 Broadway, cityofnewport.com.
Tuesday
July 5
Preschool Dance Party Shake, shimmy and dance with your friends, 10-10:30 a.m., Aquidneck Park or Program Room, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
French Conversation 10:30-11:30 a.m., See July 2.
Discover Colonial Newport 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., See June 30.
Tuesday Matinee “Julia,” A playwright undertakes a dangerous mission to smuggle funds into Nazi Germany, 1:30-4 p.m., registration required, contact Deborah Homer 401-423-7280, jamlibinfo@gmail.com, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Rd., Jamestown.
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.
Girls Who Code Join the global movement to end the gender gap in tech, weekly through August 29, 3:30-5 p.m., free, registration required, contact Rhonda 401-846-1573 x1 or middletownreads@gmail.com, Middletown Library, 700 West Main Rd., Middletown.
Teen Crafts Create a jellyfish inspired lantern, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847- 8720, newportlibraryri.org.
LivFit – Cooking & Nutrition 5 p.m., See June 30.
Trivia Hosted by Schae, 6-8 p.m., Newport Craft, 293 Connell Highway, newportcraft.com.
Family Night Concert The Rockin Soul Horns perform, 6-8 p.m., free, weekly through Aug. 9, call 401-845-5810 in the event of inclement weather, Easton’s Beach, 175 Memorial Blvd.
Wednesday
July 6
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, MLK Jr. Community Center, mlkccenter.org.
Tree Walk Explore the Friends Cemetery & Point neighborhood with Joe Verstandig, living collections manager, 9-10 a.m., address given at registration, newporttreeconservancy.org.
Middle Passage Info Session Presented by Victoria Johnson, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Newport Historical Society, 82 Touro St., newportmiddlepassage.org.
Lunch & Learn Lunchtime lecture series for older adults, 12-1:30 p.m., first and third Wednesdays, MLK Jr. Community Center, RSVP with Mel at msaudners@mlkccenter.org or call 401- 846-4828 x124.
Make Your Own Ice Cream STEM experiment for grades 1, 2 and 3, 2-3 p.m., registration required, Portsmouth Library, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, portsmouthlibrary.org.
Aquidneck Growers’ Market Summer market at Memorial Boulevard through October, 2-6 p.m., aquidneckcommunitytable.org.
L.E.A.D. Peer Group Love, Equity, Acceptance, and Dreams, is an inclusive, supportive setting for LGBTQIA+ youth, 3 p.m., weekly, MLK Jr. Community Center, 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.
Gulls Baseball Double header vs. Upper Valley Nighthawks, first pitch at 4:05 p.m. and 6:35 p.m., free tickets for seniors 55+ with ID for 4 p.m. game, See July 1.
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.
Newport Classical Performance Black Oak Ensemble performs, 8-9:30 p.m., See July 2.
Thursday
July 7
Tree Corps 10 a.m.-12 p.m., See July 2.
Middle Passage Info Session 10 a.m.-12 p.m., See July 6.
Discover Colonial Newport 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., See June 30.
3D Printing Children ages 8-12 will learn the basics and print a project to be picked up at a later date, 2:30-3:30 p.m., registration required, Newport Library, 300 Spring St., 401- 847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Teen Activities 3:30-5 p.m., See June 30.
LivFit – Cooking & Nutrition 5 p.m., See June 30.
French Culinary Adventure Evening of hors d’oeuvres, colonial cocktails and music, 5:30-8:30 p.m., $175, Great Friends Meeting House, 21 Farwell St., newporthistory.org.
Children’s Night at the Beach With special guest Johnny The K, 6-8 p.m., free, weekly through July 28, call 401-845-5810 in the event of inclement weather, Easton’s Beach, 175 Memorial Blvd.
Newport Classical Performance Pianist Inna Faliks performs as part of Newport Classical’s 54th annual music festival through July 17, 7:30- 9 p.m., prices vary, Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown, newportclassical.org.
Stories at Whitehorne House 10-11 a.m., See July 1.
Rogues and Scoundrels 11 a.m., See July 1.
French in Newport First Oval Office Project, Traveling Archaeology Lab and living historians host a three-day event, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Great Friends Meeting House, 21 Farwell St., newporthistory.org.
Make Your Own Ice Cream For grades 4 and 5, 2-3 p.m., See July 6.
Surfboard Collage Poster board surf board collage you’ll be able to bring home, materials provided, ages 8-12, 2:30- 3:30 p.m., registration required, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Waterfront Concert Friends of the Waterfront performance by James Montgomery, 5-7 p.m., King Park, Wellington Ave.
Redwood Gala Festive evening of dinner and dancing to celebrate 275 years, black tie, 6:30 p.m., prices vary, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., redwoodlibrary.org.
Gulls Baseball Home game vs. Winnipesaukee Muskrats, first pitch at 6:35 p.m., See July 1.
Outdoor Concert Series Norman Bird Sanctuary and Newport Live bring the community together for summer nights under the stars, featuring Mark Erelli, 7-9 p.m., $35, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown, normanbirdsanctuary.org.
Improv Comedy 8 p.m., See July 1.
Saturday
July 9
Aquidneck Growers’ Market 9 a.m.-12 p.m., See July 2.
LEGO Club 10-11 a.m., See July 2.
Tree Corps 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Touro Park, 142 Mill St., See July 2.
French Conversation 10:30-11:30 a.m., See July 2.
French in Newport Walking tour, learn how the French contribution to the Revolutionary War was vital to the success of American independence, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., prices vary, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., 401-841-8770, newporthistorytours.org.
Whitehorne Day Celebrate restoration and conservation with hands on activities and meet craftspeople and experts in the field, 12-3 p.m., panel discussion of day-to-day work of preservationists, 3-4:30 p.m., free, 416 Thames St., newportrestoration.org.
Long Wharf Music Series Performance by The Blenders, 1-5 p.m., See July 2.
Redwood Lecture Grounded Histories of Climate in the Native Northeast and Colonial New England with Thomas Wickman, reception to follow, 6:30 p.m., registration required, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., redwoodlibrary.org.
Polo Match USA vs. Ireland, tailgating begins 2 p.m., match at 5 p.m., See July 2.
Family Fun Kids ages 5-12 can make their own kinetic sand, 2:30-3:30 p.m., registration required, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847- 8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Teen Nerf Wars Teens take over the library to battle it out with their friends, rising 6th- 12th graders, 4-6 p.m., registration required, Portsmouth Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd, Portsmouth, portsmouthlibrary.org.
Reggae Night Celebrate the annual Newport Regatta with live music by Profressor Roots, 21+ event, 4-8 p.m., $30-40, Sail Newport, 72 Fort Adams Dr., sailnewport.org.
Improv Comedy 7 & 9 p.m., See July 1.
Newport Classical Performance Gavilan Brothers perform, 8-9:30 p.m., See July 2.
Sunday
July 10 g
Wildflower Walk Stroll along trails, gardens and meadows with naturalist and master gardener Susanna Williams, 9-10 a.m., free, bi-weekly, Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown.
Newport Classical Performance Strings in Nature performance, 9-10:30 a.m., See July 7.
Golden to Gilded Walking Tour 11 a.m.-12 p.m., See July 3.
Second Sunday at Prescott Farm Learn about the birds, climb inside the windmill and explore the gardens, 12-3 p.m., 2009 West Main Rd., Middletown.
Discover Colonial Newport 2-3:30 p.m., See June 30.
Newport Classical Performance Spektral Quartet performs, 8-9:30 p.m., See July 2.
Karaoke 9 p.m., See July 3.
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