Thursday
June 16
Museum Reads A monthly book group for art enthusiasts, ‘Murder at Wakehurst (A Gilded Newport Mystery)’ by Alyssa Maxwell, 12-1 p.m., hybrid, $5, newportartmuseum.org.
Alzheimer’s Advocacy Day Stand up, speak out and share your story to advocate for increased care and support for those facing Alzheimer’s and dementia, 12-2 p.m., virtual, bit.ly/RIAdvocacyDay or call 401-421-0008.
Seventh Day Baptist Meeting House Site Tour Visit one of the oldest meeting houses in America, built in 1730, 1-1:30 p.m., $5, tickets must be purchased in advance, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., newporthistorytours.org.
Ocean Hour Week See 11th Hour Racing Team’s new IMOCA 60 and experience the Ocean Hologram Exhibit on display through June 18, food trucks, local art and more, 2-6 p.m., free admission, Ft. Adams.
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.
Thrifting Quilting Fiber artist Paul Mclaughlin will share his sewing journey and examples of his work with repurposed and thrifted materials, 5-6 p.m., Newport Library, 300 Spring St., 401- 847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Celebrating Bloomsday 100th anniversary of James Joyce’s ‘Ulysses’ with the Newport Celtic Players and traditional Irish musicians, 6 p.m., virtual, redwoodlibrary.org.
Mushroom Hunting Lecture Learn about the poisonous and delicious mushrooms in our region, 6:30-8 p.m., prices vary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown, normanbirdsanctuary.org.
Friday
June 17
Alzheimer’s Community Forum All welcome for a Town Hall meeting, continental breakfast served, 9-10:15 a.m., Edward King House, 35 King St. behind library, contact David Carlin III at 401-862-5027 or drcarlin@alz.org, tinyurl.com/NewportRICF.
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.
Ocean Hour Week 10 a.m.-6 p.m., See June 16.
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.
Colony House Tour The Colony House on Washington Square built between 1736-1739 will be open for guided tours, 1-1:30 p.m., $5, tickets must be purchased in advance, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., newporthistory.org.
Film Series: Filmed in RI “High Society,” A socialite is about to remarry, her ex-husband has 48 hours to convince her that she really still loves him, 2:30-5 p.m., Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.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.
Improv Comedy Watch the Bit Players create bits from audience suggestions, pure improvisation, 8 p.m., $18, 4 Equality Park Place, firehousetheater.org.
Saturday
June 18
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.
Electronic Waste Recycling Indie Cycle will be at Jamestown Philomenian Library for free responsible electronic waste recycling, 9 a.m.- noon., $10 fee for some items, 26 North Rd., Jamestown.
Ocean Hour Week 10 a.m.-6 p.m., See June 16.
Redwood Book Club Mark Twain’s ‘Joan of Arc’ will
be discussed, 10:30 a.m., virtual, email redwood@redwoodlibrary.org for link.
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.
Creative Survival Walking Tour Explore places where enslaved people lived and labored, along with locations where free African Americans built their enterprises and supported a new local industry, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., prices vary, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., 401-841- 8770, newporthistorytours.org.
Strawberry Festival Enjoy strawberry shortcakes, lemonades, live music and more, rain or shine, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Trinity Church lawn, 1 Queen Anne Square, trinitynewport.org.
Liberty Square Design Presentation Middle Passage Port Marker Project architect Julian Bonder will give a design presentation at Liberty Square, 12 p.m., across from Whitehorse Tavern, 26 Marlborough St.
Long Wharf Music Series Outdoor concert series, performance by John & Joanne, 1-5 p.m., Shops at Long Wharf between Thames and America’s Cup.
Discover Colonial Newport Hear stories of entrepreneurship, African American heritage and religious diversity, 2-3:30 p.m., prices vary, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., 401-841-8770, newporthistorytours.org.
Polo Match Team USA vs. Portugal, tailgating begins 2 p.m., match at 5 p.m., prices vary, Glen Farm, Portsmouth, nptpolo.com
Pre-Juneteenth Celebration Music, food, interactive history, art and storytelling, 3-9:45 p.m., free transportation from Miantonomi Park, reserve at 401-344- 9747 or tinyurl.com/2a4j93mx, Great Friends Meeting House, 21 Farewell St.
Mushroom Hunting Walk & Talk Explore the forest for a close look at fungi in their natural habitats, 4-5:30 p.m., prices vary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown, normanbirdsanctuary.org.
Culture & Contemplation Classical Indian music concert with Srinivas Reddy and Ajit Acharya, 7-8:30 p.m., $20, Common Fence Point Community Center, 933 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth, yogishelley@ sacred-center.org.
Improv Comedy 7 & 9 p.m., See June 17.
Sunday
June 19
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.
Juneteenth Celebration Features music, food and beverage hosted by Rosters Humanity, 9 a.m.- 8 p.m., Equality Park, Broadway and Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd.
Piping Plover Walkabout Learn behavior, ecology, conservation efforts and how humans can share the beach with shorebirds, 9:30-10:30 a.m., $5, Norman Bird Sanctuary 3rd Beach Campus, 875 Third Beach Rd., Middletown, normanbirdsanctuary.org.
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.
Juneteenth at Casey Farm Tours, hayrides, storytellers, musicians, dancers and more, 12-4 p.m., 2325 Boston Neck Rd., Saunderstown.
Discover Colonial Newport 2-3:30 p.m., See June 18.
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
June 20
Zumba 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.
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.
Craft Hour Summer camp craft with music and games for 2nd graders, 1-2 p.m., registration required, Portsmouth Library, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, portsmouthlibrary.org.
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.
Painting Class Step by step process of a landscape painting with John Irwin, adults only, materials supplied, 4-6 p.m., registration required, Portsmouth Library, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, portsmouthlibrary.org.
Sabores Latino Cooking class completely en Español, alternate plant-based and recipes from the Latin world, 5 p.m., weekly, MLK Jr. Community Center, RSVP 401-846-4828.
Mah Jongg Play Mah Jongg play series, 5-7 p.m., registration required, contact
Deborah Homer 401-423-7284, jamlibinfo@gmail.com, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Rd., Jamestown.
VFW Post 406 Lecture “Assessing the Russia-Ukraine Conflict” with Brigadier General (Ret.) Peter B. Zwack, hors d’oeuvres and cash bar, 5-7:30 p.m., Elks Club, 141 Pelham St.
Mindfulness Meditation & Movement For more advanced practitioners, 5:30 p.m., weekly, sessions via Zoom, innerlightyoga.com, Nancy@nowmindfulness.org.
Author Talks ‘Entitled to Nothing’ by PC Men’s Basketball Director of Player Development Bob Walsh, 6 p.m., Charter Books, 8 Broadway, charterbooks.com.
Tuesday
June 21
‘Take and Make’ Crafts All supplies provided, visit Children’s Desk for a take home craft while supplies last, limit one per child. Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Preschool Music Babies, toddlers and caregivers invited to sing, dance and play instruments in an interactive concert, 10-11 a.m., Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847- 8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Charter Yacht Show Public invited to check out exhibiting vendors along the checkerboard patio at Newport Shipyard, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 1 Washington St.
French Conversation 10:30-11:30 a.m., June 18.
Line Up Line Dance Class Dance classes open to all, no partner or experience required, weekly, 10:30-11:30 a.m., info and RSVP at dtdballroom.net, Common Fence Point Community Center, 933 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth.
Discover Colonial Newport 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., See June 18.
Tuesday Matinee “Dancing at Lughnasa,” Five sisters live together in a small house in Ireland with conflicting personalities, 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.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament Double elimination with random brackets, friendly play before and after, all equipment provided, prizes for top winners, 3-6 p.m., registration requested, 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.
LivFit – Cooking & Nutrition 5 p.m., See June 16.
Solstice Dance Celebrate and connect to nature, children ages 7-10 to perform, 5-5:30 p.m., Brenton Point State Park at Castle Hill end, Ocean Drive, the-lifewaiver.com.
Raise up the Arts Reception celebrating Arts & Cultural Alliance Artist Award and Tinney Family Arts Scholarship recipients, 6 p.m., $20-45, Johnny’s Atlantic Resort, 240 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown, newportarts.org.
Trivia Hosted by Schae, 6-8 p.m., Newport Craft, 293 Connell Highway, newportcraft.com.
Wednesday
June 22
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 arboretum and gardens at Villa Palona with Joe Verstandig, Living Collections Manager, 9-10 a.m., address given at registration, newporttreeconservancy.org.
Preschool Dance Party Shake, shimmy and dance with your friends, outdoors, weather permitting, 10-10:30 a.m., Aquidneck Park at Newport Public Library.
Dungeons and Dragons for Middle School Play D&D 5th edition, perfect for new players, grades 6-8, registration recommended, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Portsmouth Library, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, 401- 683-9457, portsmouthlibrary.org.
Charter Yacht Show 10 a.m.-5 p.m., See June 21.
Dance Me In Class Inclusive ballroom dance classes for all abilities, no partner or experience required, weekly, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., virtual option available, info and RSVP at dancemein.com, Common Fence Point Community Center, 933 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth.
Golden to Gilded Walking Tour 11 a.m., See June 19.
Craft Hour For 3rd graders, 1 p.m., See June 20.
Rug Hooking Expert rug hooker Roberta Conti will provide advice and enthusiasm for new and experienced rug-hookers, bring your projects and enjoy the company of others, 1-4 p.m., Portsmouth Library, 2658 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, 401- 683-9457, portsmouthlibrary.org.
Aquidneck Growers’ Market Summer market at Memorial Boulevard through October, 2-6 p.m., aquidneckcommunitytable.org.
Writing Workshop Adult writing workshop lead by Caroline Joy Adams will include one or two exercises on a given theme, 2:30-4 p.m., registration required, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401- 847- 8720, newportlibraryri.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.
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.
Fiber Therapy Knitting and crocheting group, open to all, 6-8 p.m., Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401- 847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Gulls Baseball Home game vs. Sanford Mainers, first pitch at 6:35 p.m., See June 17.
Thursday
June 23
Inflatable Whale Get up close and climb inside a life-sized inflatable whale with Audubon Society of RI, 10-11 a.m., registration required, Recreation Hut gym across from parking lot, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401- 847- 8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Tree Corps Plant new oak trees in Morton Park with Newport Tree Conservancy, volunteers needed weekly for mulching, pruning and watering, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., 42 Morton Ave., newporttree.org.
Charter Yacht Show 10 a.m.-5 p.m., See June 21.
Discover Colonial Newport 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., See June 18.
Seventh Day Baptist Meeting House Site Tour 1-1:30 p.m., See June 16.
Drop-In Crafts Make ocean-themed sand art, all ages, 2-4 p.m., Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401-847- 8720, newportlibraryri.org.
Teen Activities Paracord survival bracelet/keychains, tie dying, dreamcatchers, wood burning, terrariums, memory boxes, game days, and more, 3:30-5 p.m., weekly, free, registration required, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 401- 847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.
LivFit – Cooking & Nutrition 5 p.m., See June 16.
Wild Plants for Support Identify wild plants and learn about their healing qualities with Susan Clements, 5:30-7 p.m., $15- 20, Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown.
Visit with Lady Carnarvon Seated lecture with owner and creative mind behind Highclere Castle, estate of “Downton Abbey,” followed by music, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $200 in person, $25 virtual, Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Ave., newportmansions.org.
Friday
June 24
Craft Hour For 4th and 5th graders, 1-2 p.m., See June 20.
Stories at Whitehorne House 10-11 a.m., See June 17.
Secret Garden Tour Self-guided walking tours of private gardens on the Point, proceeds benefit arts and cultural education programs at Aquidneck Island public schools, tours daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m., tickets limited each day, secretgardentours.org.
Rogues and Scoundrels Walking Tour 11 a.m., See June 17.
Colony House Tour 1-1:30 p.m., June 17.
Pride Weekend Kickoff Sunset social featuring electronic music by DJ Katie Marie and Matt Kenny, 6-9 p.m., $15-25, Saltwater Restaurant at Newport Harbor Hotel, 43 America’s Cup Ave., newportprideri.org.
Gulls Baseball Home game vs. Keene Swamp Bats, first pitch at 6:35 p.m., See June 17.
Improv Comedy 8 p.m., See June 17.
Saturday
June 25
Aquidneck Growers’ Market 9 a.m.-12 p.m., See June 18.
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.
Secret Garden Tour 10 a.m.-4 p.m., See June 24.
Pride Market & Festival Unique vendors, performances and live music celebrating LGBTQIA+ community, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m., Great Friends Meeting House, newportprideri.org.
Pride Ride 4-mile bike parade around Newport starts and concludes at the Great Friends Meeting House, 12-1 p.m., 21 Farewell St., newportprideri.org.
Long Wharf Music Series Performance by Stu Krous, 1-5 p.m., See June 18.
Roam Around Rough Point Explore the home, gardens and seascape after-hours, family-friendly craft or activity each month, 5-7 p.m., $20, free for Newport County residents, 680 Bellevue Ave., newportrestoration.org.
Newport Pride After Party NPT Haus is back, three DJs and performances by Haus of Neptune, proceeds to benefit Haus of Codec, 6-9 p.m., prices vary, The Parlor, 200 Broadway, newportprideri.org.
Sunday
June 26
Creative Escape A parent and child event to connect, create and collaborate, Contact Jenn Pipe at 508-561-8190 or register at bit.ly/creativeescape.
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.
Secret Garden Tour 10 a.m.-4 p.m., See June 24. Golden to Gilded Walking Tour 11 a.m., See June 19.
Newport Pride Closing Event Family-friendly event with live music, 3-7 p.m., Newport Craft, 293 Connell Highway, newportprideri.org.
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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