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Get ready to channel your inner zombie at this high-energy Thriller dance class for just $20 admission. Attendees are encouraged to dress in their best undead attire for a chance to win a prize for the best zombie outfit, though dressing up is optional.

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Get ready to channel your inner zombie at this high-energy Thriller dance class for just $20 admission. Attendees are...

648 Thames Street (just south of Narragansett Ave), Newport RI 02840

The Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center is open for the 2026 Season, through October 26.&nbsp;&nbsp;Stop in today!
Public hours are 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m., Thursday through Sunday, through the last Sunday in October (closed Monday–Wednesday).
Visitors to the Center will learn about Irish immigration to Newport 
County from the colonial era to the present, and about the many 
contributions made to our community by individuals of Irish descent.
Interpretive Center exhibits—including maps, models, photographs, and artifacts—are organized around several key aspects of life in the local Irish community.
Our newest exhibit, unveiled in 2025, is an interactive digital display titled “Tracing the Tides.” This experience allows visitors to delve more deeply into the lives of Newport’s Irish immigrants through a rich, multi-layered narrative, illustrated with historic photos and other images—many of which were not previously available to the public.
Visitor Information: •The Center is located on Thames Street, just south of Narragansett Ave. •Free parking is available on the street. •Admission is free for members of the Museum and by donation for others.&nbsp; • If research assistance is required, visitors are advised to make an appointment by writing <a href="mailto:NewportIrishHistory@gmail.com">NewportIrishHistory@gmail.com</a>
Note: Private visits outside of regular hours, including during the off-season, may be arranged with advance notice so we might secure a docent.&nbsp;To inquire, please email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:NewportIrishHistory@gmail.com" target="_blank">NewportIrishHistory@gmail.com</a> Celebrating 30 Years in 2026 The Museum of Newport Irish History, a volunteer-driven, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, was founded in 1996 and now boasts over 900 members. In addition to operating the Interpretive Center, the organization sponsors&nbsp;numerous educational, cultural, social, and fundraising events throughout the year, including the popular <a href="https://newportirishhistory.org/lectures/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Annual Lecture Series</a>, which has just completed its 24th season. The organization also restored and maintains the <a href="https://newportirishhistory.org/historic-cemetery-tours/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">historic Barney Street Cemetery</a> at the corner of Barney and Mt. Vernon Streets, steps from Washington Square. It is the final resting place of many of Newport’s earliest Irish residents. The cemetery was established to support Rhode Island’s first Roman Catholic parish (est. 1828), the forerunner of the current St. Mary’s Church at the corner of Spring Street and Memorial Boulevard. To learn more or to <a href="https://newportirishhistory.org/membership/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">join</a> the Museum, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://NewportIrishHistory.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">NewportIrishHistory.org</a>, stop by the Interpretive Center during public hours, or email us at:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:NewportIrishHistory@gmail.com." target="_blank"> </a><a href="mailto:NewportIrishHistory@gmail.com." target="_blank">NewportIrishHistory@gmail.com.</a> (photo by Allan Millora)

Local Event: ☘️Visit the Irish Museum this fall 🍂  through Oct. 26

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The Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center is open for the 2026 Season, through October 26.  Stop in today!
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☘️Visit the Irish Museum this fall 🍂  through Oct. 26

Saint Mary's Catholic Church - Spring Street & Memorial Blvd. West, Newport

St. Mary's Church, Newport, invites community members and their animal companions to our fourth annual "Blessing of the Animals" on Sunday, October 4, at 12:30 p.m. This event commemorates the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, which falls on October 4. The
 individual animal blessings will take place outdoors, in the courtyard on 
the William Street side of the church, accessed from Spring Street. 
All animals must be leashed or in a pet carrier. Thank you for your cooperation.
Cider, donuts, and coffee will be served.&nbsp; Pet treats available for animal companions.
Participants are asked to bring a pet food item that will be donated to the <a href="https://potterleague.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Potter League for Animals</a>.
The event will be canceled if the weather is inclement. No rain date. About Parking Plenty
 of free parking is available in the church's parking lots on William 
Street, which runs one way downhill from Bellevue Avenue. Parking is 
also available in the church's lot on Fair Street. Fair Street runs one 
way from 
Thames Street to Spring Street. Access Fair Street by taking an
 immediate left off Thames Street, just south of the Americas Cup and 
Memorial Boulevard West intersection. Use the lot on the right side of 
Fair Street (when facing the Spring Street entrance to the church), not 
the lot on the left.
For more information, please contact St. Mary's parishioner and event coordinator, Lisa Morrison, at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Lisa7317@gmail.com" target="_blank">Lisa7317@gmail.com</a>
 To learn more about St. Francis of Assisi, one of Italy's two patron
 saints, and the patron saint of ecology, including animals, their 
lives, and welfare, click here: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Francis_of_Assisi" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...</a> 
About St. Mary's Church The parish was established 
in 1828 to serve Newport's growing population of Catholics, many of whom
 were Irish immigrants working on the construction of nearby<a href="https://fortadams.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> Fort Adams</a>. The congregation soon outgrew its first two buildings, which were located at <a href="https://newportirishhistory.org/press/newports-early-irish-community-where-it-all-began/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Barney &amp; Mt. Vernon Streets</a>,
 a short stroll from Washington Square. The Gothic Revival style 
building you see today at the corner of Spring Street and Memorial 
Boulevard West was designed by Irish-American architect, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick_Keely" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Patrick C. Keely</a>. Construction began in August 1848, and in July 1852, the building was dedicated to "The Holy Name of Mary, Our Lady of the Isle."
 Future president, John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Lee Bouvier, whose 
mother and stepfather summered in Newport, were married here on 
September 12, 1953. Saint Mary's was designated a National Historic 
Shrine in 1968 and it was added to the National Register of Historic 
Places in 2008. Today, <a href="https://www.stmarynewportri.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Saint Mary'</a>s is a vibrant Catholic faith 
community of approximately 1,200 families led by Fr. Mark A. Sauriol, 
who is also pastor of nearby <a href="https://www.staugustinnewport.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Saint Augustin's Parish</a>.

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Loeb Visitors Center, 52 Spring Street, Newport, RI 02840

Follow in the footsteps of Newport’s colonial-era Jewish community and discover where congregants lived, worked, and worshiped in the 1700s.&nbsp; This guided walking tour leads you through the historic Touro Synagogue neighborhood, bringing the synagogue’s rich history to life. The tour lasts approximately one hour. 
September &amp; October Tour Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday @ 11:00 a.m. ---&gt; except Sun.9/13, Tues. 9/21, Sun. 9/27, and Sun. 10/4 when the site will be closed 
GUEST INFORMATION: •&nbsp;Tours are limited to 18 people. • Tour Fee is $18 per person • Reservations are requested • The tour fee is paid for in person at the Loeb Visitors Center via card or cash (no online payments). •&nbsp;Walks may be canceled without advance notice due to inclement weather. 
TO RESERVE FOR A WALKING TOUR: Email&nbsp;<a href="https://tsfn@tsfnewport.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">tsfn@tsfnewport.org</a>&nbsp;and include your name and the number of people in your party.
Note: Some sidewalks are narrow and uneven. This walk is not appropriate for young children. About the Loeb Visitors Center: Before or after your walking tour, we invite you to visit the Loeb Visitors Center. Explore interactive multimedia exhibits and browse our gift items. Celebrate over 250 years of Touro Synagogue history, Newport’s colonial Jewish community, the origins of religious freedom, and the separation of church and state in America. Discover how Newport and the colony of Rhode Island laid the groundwork for our First Amendment rights.
Admissions fees to the Loeb Visitors Center's two floors of exhibits and the gift shop have been waived. We welcome donations and suggest a $5 per person.&nbsp;
Note: The walking tours are offered by TSF Newport (formerly known as Touro Synagogue Foundation).&nbsp; To learn more about TSF Newport, please visit our website:&nbsp;<a href="https://tsfnewport.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">tsfnewport.org/</a> Entry into the synagogue is not included with programs offered out of the Loeb Visitors Center, such as walking tours.&nbsp;&nbsp;For information about tours inside Touro Synagogue, visit this webpage:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thetourosynagogue.org/tours/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">thetourosynagogue.org/tours/</a>
Lithograph: "State House and Parade", drawn on stone by John Collins, printed by T. Sinclair's Lith., Philadelphia. Courtesy of Newport Historical Society. Photo: TSF Newport guide, Karen Flippo, leads a walking tour group on Washington Square in July 2025.

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We have to replace our piano and we have "88" keys to sell! 
If you would like to donate $60.00 to purchase a piano key and help us raise funds to replace it it would be appreciated! Please write a check payable to Amicable Congregational Church with the reason for your donation on the check's MEMO line ("For a Piano Key") and Amicable Church&nbsp;mail it to Amicable Church&nbsp;3736 Main Road, Tiverton, RI 02878 or visit our website: www.amicablechurch.org to click on the DONATE&nbsp;button to donate online! 

Buy a key (1@$60.00), a chord (3@$180.00), or an octave (12@$720.00)!

Donate In Memory of or In Honor of a loved one!

All donations of any amount are appreciated and will help us reach our goal!

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Amicable Church Fundraiser to replace our piano!

We have to replace our piano and we have "88" keys to sell! 
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Newport Public Library

Learn the basic functions of the Cricut Maker and using Cricut design space. We will be using the Cricut Maker 4 for this workshop.
*Registration is required.

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 Adult Tech Workshop: Cricut Design Space

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Newport Classical Recital Hall

Newport Classical presents Trio Azura, who are quickly emerging as one of today’s most promising young ensembles, characterized by “intelligence and imagination” and “profound emotion” (Gramophone). Having won the Grand Prize, Gold Medal, Lift Every Voice Prize, and Horszowski Trio Prize at the 51st Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition in 2024, the trio is rapidly establishing itself on major concert stages across the United States and beyond. In a program anchored by Ravel and Mendelssohn’s cornerstone Piano Trios, Trio Azura invites audiences to explore the world of the piano trio across eras, from the Romantic and Impressionist traditions to the contemporary voice of Jennifer Higdon.

Newport Classical presents its sixth full-season Chamber Series held on select Fridays at 7:30pm, featuring twelve concerts held between September 2026 and June 2027, at the organization's home venue, Newport Classical Recital Hall. The Chamber Series reaffirms Newport Classical's commitment to year-round classical music programming. Audiences are invited to enjoy performances by world-class classical musicians in a relaxed setting, with complimentary wine generously provided by Gold's Wine and Spirits served during intermission.
Admission: $45-62

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