Dropkick Murphys to Perform in Newport

Tickets go on sale Friday, May 3

Winner— Spring Facebook Photo Contest

Deb's photo captured the most votes in our Facebook Timeline cover photo contest.

Sunset Music Series Announces Three More Headliners

The Nantucket Nectars Sunset Music has added three new headlines,

VOTE: Which Picture Should Be Our Facebook Cover?

You submitted photos, now it's time to choose your favorite.

Movie Review: Oz the Great and Powerful is Bewitching

The prequel to one of the greatest films of all times comes to theaters, but will it be as magical?

Harlem Shake Hits Aquidneck Island

Middletown’s Able Body and Mind and The Salve Regina basketball team do the Harlem Shake.

Newport Jazz Festival Announces Opening Acts

Two acts are scheduled to open the Newport Jazz Festival at the International Tennis Hall of Fame. The festival runs from Aug. 2-4.

What Time Are The Academy Awards? 2013 Oscars Start Time, Nominations

What time do the Academy Awards begin?

Newport Folk Festival Sells Out Weekend Tickets; Artist Update

Tickets for Friday are still available.

"Bellevue Avenue" Movie Coming to Newport Next Summer

The film, based on Gilded Age Newport, will begin production in June.

Newport Jazz Festival Releases Lineup

The Newport Jazz Festival runs from Aug. 2-4.

Oscar Nominations: The Complete Academy Awards Nominations List

This year's Oscar contenders were announced Thursday at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater. Who's got your vote?

Moonrise Kingdom Grabs Oscar Nomination

The Rhode Island-filmed Moonrise Kingdom has been nominated for an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay.

RI Woman's 'Bachelor' Stint Ends after One Episode

Cranston's Lauren Marchetti didn't get a rose in the premiere of "The Bachelor" on Monday night on ABC, sending her home.

Rhode Island Woman Appears on 'The Bachelor'

Lauren Marchetti, a Cranston native and former Patriots cheerleader, appeared on the reality dating show..

Early Bird Folk Festival Tickets Sell Out in Less Than 20 Minutes

The early bird pre-sale tickets for 3-day passes at the Newport Folk Festival came and went in less than 20 minutes.

Early Bird Newport Folk Festival Tickets Available Today

Sign up for the folk festival's email updates to receive the promo code to purchase Early Bird tickets.

newportFILM Director is “One to Watch” in 2013

newportFILM's Terri Connors was named a person to watch in 2013 by GoLocalProv.com.

'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' Opens Tonight at Midnight

Before the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, there was another Unexpected Journey. Find showtimes and ticket information for "The Hobbit," which opens tonight at midnight.

'It's Begining to Look a Lot Like'...Meteor Shower Season!

Look to the skies for some stunning light displays this November and December.

Kids Not Reading Enough? Patch Has Tips from Author James Patterson

Bestselling author James Patterson gives tips on making your child an avid reader—and here's a a great reading list for the fall to get you started.

Replenish Plus Natural Skin Care Demo

Meet the author at Middletown Public Library -- Come and hear Mark Curtis talk about the 2012 presidential campaigns!

"Newport at Night in Black & White"

Middletown High School Chorus Holiday Concert

Chancel Choir rehersal

Handbell Choir Rehersal

Jamestown Arts Center Presents: Art League of Rhode Island Gallery Talk!

Cornucopia Fine Arts and Crafts Sale

Cornucopia Fine Arts and Crafts Sale

CHASING ICE - round two film screening this weekend! presented by newportFILM

Youth Choir Information and Pizza Party

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Crafts: Making Clothes in a Barbie World

Jessica Walsh has a fun indoor crafting project to keep you and you kids out of the winter cold.

Custom Coffee House Showcases Island Photographers' Winter Works

The installation at Middletown's Custom House Coffee recently went up to highlight the Island Photography Group's latest works, inspired by winter on Aquidneck Island.

"Nine Ladies Dancing:" Ditch the Workout, Join the Party!

On the lookout for modern signs of the "12 Days of Christmas gifts" around town, Patch found exactly "nine ladies dancing" along with one of the best deals in town!

Christina Aguilera Out and About in Newport

The singer and actress has been seen around town the past few days.

2010 Gift Guide: Local Vineyards Offer Holiday Spirits

With Hanukkah arriving earlier this year, the holiday dinner and gift season has already begun. From kosher wines to holiday party hits and winning Christmas gift baskets, Carolyn finds appropriate holidays spirits on and off the coastal wine trail.

Tufts Learns from Potter League, Christmas Trees Arriving, and Where To Get Last-Minute Holiday Fixings

Whether you are looking to start decking the halls, learn from Ina, pick up a game of basketball, or to catch a free flick, there's much going on about town this week.

Weekend Planner: NE Patriots,Salve Theatre, Pop Warner, Open Space Race, and More

Here's a look at local happenings the weekend of Friday, Nov. 5 through Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010.