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🍽️ OpenTable has debuted its list of the “Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in America for 2024”, and two Newport restaurants are on the list. (Ryan Belmore/WUN)
🎬 For those trying to keep up with the Oscar nominations, prepare for a friend’s Oscar party, or understand the buzz about these films, the Jane Pickens Theater is screening the best of the best. (Ruthie Wood/WUN)
🎭 When a legendary Hollywood actor headlines a play, there’s always a risk they could steal its thunder. Undoubtedly, many theatergoers buy tickets to see one of their favorite actors on stage. In the case of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, running at the Providence Performing Arts Center through Sunday, February 11, the appearance of Richard Thomas in the starring role of Atticus Finch has been long awaited. (Ken Abrams/WUN)
🎤 There’s good news for those on Aquidneck Island who enjoy stand-up comedy. The Newport comedy scene is heating up this winter with multiple monthly shows at various venues. (Ryan Belmore/WUN)
👉 Lane restrictions will begin on the Mount Hope Bridge on March 11. Traffic on the bridge will be restricted to one lane between 9 am and 3 pm Monday through Thursday and 9 am and 1 pm on Fridays. This initial phase will conclude by May 17. (Ryan Belmore/WUN)
What’s Up Today in Newport County
Weather
Today: Sunny, with a high near 42. Light and variable wind becoming south around six mph in the afternoon.
Tonight: Patchy fog after 4 am. Otherwise, there are increasing clouds, with a low of around 32. Light south wind.
Extended Forecasts: 7-Day Weather Forecast & 3-day Surf Forecast
Marine Forecast
Today: Variable winds 5 kt or less. Sunny. Seas 1 ft or less.
Tonight: Variable winds 5 kt or less. Patchy fog after 4 am. Seas 1 ft or less.
Coastal Water Temperature: 40°F.
Sun, Moon, & Tide
Sunrise: 6:49 am | Sunset: 5:09 pm | 10 hours & 20 minutes of sun.
High tide at 6:10 am & 6:33 pm | Low tide at 12:20 pm.
Moon: Waning Crescent. 27.3 days, 5% lighting.
Things To Do in Newport County
9:30 am: Baby Bookworms Storytime at Newport Public Library
11 am: Poetry Circle at Portsmouth Free Public Library
2:30 pm: Computer Workshop: Google Photos at Newport Public Library
3 pm: AARP Tax Assistance at Newport Public Library
3:30 pm: Chocolate Making at Newport Public Library
3:30 pm: Cocoa, Cookies, and Coloring at Middletown Public Library
5:30 pm: Adult Intermediate Ballet at The Academy at Newport Contemporary Ballet
6:30 pm: Lecture: Murder in a Mill Town at Newport Historical Society
7 pm: Absolute Beginner Ballet and Stretch at The Academy at Newport Contemporary Ballet
7 pm: Bourbon & Boards at Breakwaters Cigar & Whiskey Lounge
7 pm: Think Snow! with Newport Ski Club
7 pm: newportFILM Screening: “Citizen Jane” at Newport Art Museum
Live Music & Entertainment in Newport County
JPT Film & Event Center: Poor Things at 4 pm, Barbie Pink Party at 7:30 pm
Midtown Oyster Bar: John Erikson at 8 pm
Newport County Government
Jamestown: Board of Canvassers at 9:30 am, School Committee at 6 pm
Little Compton: Recreation Committee at 6:30 pm, Town Council at 7 pm
Middletown: Citizens Memorial Committee at 10 am, Outreach Committee at 5 pm, Comprehensive Community Plan Update Committee at 6 pm
Newport: Housing Authority at 3 pm, Board of Tax Appeals at 3:15 pm, Waterfront Commission at 6:30 pm
Tiverton: Public Safety Complex Committee at 6 pm, Economic Development Commission at 6 pm, Recreation Commission at 6 pm, Board of Canvassers at 6 pm
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