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🎷 The 70th Anniversary of the historic Newport Jazz Festival kicked off on Friday August 2 at Fort Adams State Park in Newport, RI. A sellout crowd saw a warm summer day usher in cool vibes that rained down on musicians and attendees. Good feels were abundant. 👉 WUN’s Ken Abrams has the story - Newport Jazz Festival 2024: This is not your grandfather’s festival – Day 1 recap and photos
🎟️ The Newport Jazz Festival expanded its student outreach program, offering free tickets to Rogers High School seniors for the second consecutive year. 👉 I have the story - Newport Jazz Festival opens doors to Newport’s youth.
👪 The Newport Festivals Foundation is enhancing the family experience at its Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals with a revamped Family Tent featuring local nonprofits and hands-on activities for children. 👉 I have the story - Newport Folk & Jazz Festival’s Family Tent evolves with local nonprofit partnerships.
🏠 On the market for a new home in Newport County? WUN’s Tyler Bernadyn has a look at the 41 homes hosting open houses this weekend. 👉 Read More
🙈 Tonight’s sunset is the first in a while on the earlier side of 8 pm (7:59 pm).
🗓️ On our coverage schedule today;
Ken and I will be covering the Newport Jazz Festival all weekend. If you’re out at the Fort for the fun, say hello if you see us!
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A sell out crowd saw warm summer day usher in warm vibes that rained down on musicians and attendees. Good feels were abundant.
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What’s Up This Weekend
Newport Jazz Festival; Bridging The Gap: Jazz Dance and Music Festival; and more.
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Coming up next on the 2024 Cruise Ship Schedule.
Sunday, August 4 | Silver Shadow
Tuesday, August 6 | Silver Shadow
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Saturday, August 31 | Insignia
