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People’s Credit Union makes donation to support Narrow River Preservation Association
Senate resolution honors the contributions of the US Navy Construction Force, also known as the Seabees, on their 82nd anniversary
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Middletown Police Officers to participate in Police Unity Tour to honor fallen officers
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Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority financial condition upgraded to A+ by S&P
Here’s what’s on tap for today around Newport; plus a look at all of the latest What’sUpNewp headlines.
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What’s Up Out There
Did you miss our newsletter this morning? Get caught up on all that’s happening, new, and to do out there today, here - What's Up in Newport: Thursday, February 18.
What’s Up on Friday
Weather
Friday: Partly sunny, with a high near 53. Northeast wind 11 to 15 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.
Friday Night: There is a chance of showers, mainly after 1 a.m. It will be cloudy, with a low of around 45. The south wind will be 6 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is 30%.
Marine
Friday: An ENE wind of 10 to 13 kt will become SE in the afternoon. It will be partly sunny. Seas will be 1 ft or less.
Friday Night: SE wind 5 to 9 kt, becoming S after midnight. There is a chance of showers, mainly after 1 am. Seas 1 ft or less.
Water Temperature: 44°F.
Sun, Moon, & Tide
Sunrise: 5:58 am | Sunset: 7:30 pm | 13 hours and 32 minutes of sun.
High tide at 5:50 am & 6:08 pm | Low tide at 11:41 am & 11:52 pm.
Moon: Waxing Gibbous. 10.4 days, 79% lighting.
Things To Do
Newport Daffodil Days throughout Newport County
9:30 am to 5:30 pm: Sip N' Shop at J.R. McLaughlin
10 am to 4 pm: Plant Swap at Newport Public Library
10 am to 7 pm: My Best Friend's Closet Consignment Spring 2024 Sale at The Elks
2 pm to 5 pm: Film Series - 2024 Oscar Nominees at Newport Public Library
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm: Come Rain or Come Shine: Student Choreography Showcase at Casino Theatre
8 pm: Improv with the Bit Players at The Firehouse Theater
Live Music & Entertainment
Blue Anchor Grille: Michelle Saylors Music from 6 pm to 9 pm
Busker’s Irish Pub: Mike Warner & Friends at 9 pm
Johnny’s Restaurant: Group Therapy from 6 pm to 9 pm
JPT Film & Event Center: One Life at 4:30 pm, Problemista at 7:30 pm
La Forge Casino Restaurant: Dave Manuel at 6 pm
Localz Portsmouth: John Erikson at 6 pm
Midtown Oyster Bar: Live music at 9:30 pm
Narragansett Cafe: Los Duderinos from 8 pm to 11:30 pm
Newport Blues Cafe: Spiffy at 9 pm
O’Brien’s Pub: DJ Remedy at 9:30 pm
One Pelham East: Jimmy Weinstock from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Jeff Rosen Duo from 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm, DJ from 11:30 pm to 1 am
Ragged Island Brewing Co.: The Naticks from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Speakeasy: Live music at 9:30 pm
The Firehouse Theatre: The Bit Players at 8 pm
The Reef: Randy Robbins from 6 pm to 9 pm
Top of Pelham: Dueling Pianos from 7:30 pm to 12:30 am
Vieste’s Vino Wine Bar: Live music at 7 pm
Newport County Government
Fort Adams: Fort Adams Foundation at 2 pm
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