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We make every effort to
keep the calendar information up-to-date and accurate. Occasionally, events
change after press time so it is best to confirm, if possible. Please Note:
Calendar Items are in Newport unless specified otherwise.
Likewise, all area codes are 401 unless specified otherwise.
To list your event on our calendar, send your event details including contact
information to
lmoran@thepineapplepost.com
May 1-31
The Look! Doris Dukes
Day & Evening Wear
Learn how day and evening styles evolved from the 1930s to the 1980s through
the personal clothing collection of Doris Duke, heiress and philanthropist.
Known for her style and glamour, the willowy Doris Duke was a designer's
dream. Sometimes she followed fashion dictates, other times she broke the
rules, but she always had The Look. Admire couture from Yves St. Laurent,
Chanel, Christian Dior and Halston, along with photos of Miss Duke wearing
the outfits. The Look! is on display in the galleries at Rough Point, Doris
Dukes oceanfront Newport home. Rough Point, 680 Bellevue Avenue, Newport,
849-7300.
www.newportrestoration.com
May 3-6
Victorian Servant Tours
The Beechwood Theatre Co. takes you back to 1891. Find out what it was
really like to work for the queen of American Society. Visit website or call
for tour times. Astors' Beechwood Mansion, 580 Bellevue Avenue, 846-3772.
www.astorsbeechwood.com
May 5 & 6
Jamestown Community Chorus concert, “Going Home”
Sat., May 5, 7:30 pm, and Sun., May 6, 3 pm, B. J. Whitehouse, music
director. Ethnic backgrounds of chorus members reflected in a song, dance,
and instrumental program. General admission $11; seniors and children $7.
Central Baptist Church, 99 Narragansett Ave., Jamestown. 423-1574 or visit
www.jamestownri.com/chorus
May 5
Common Fence Music
Doors open one hour before the concert, so bring a picnic dinner to enjoy
before the show starts! Check website for updated line up and concert times.
Common Fence Point Community Hall, 933 Anthony Road, Portsmouth, 683-5085.
www.commonfencemusic.org
May 10-13
Victorian Servant Tours
The Beechwood Theatre Co. takes you back to 1891. Find out what it was
really like to work for the queen of American Society. Visit website or call
for tour times. Astors' Beechwood Mansion, 580 Bellevue Avenue, 846-3772.
www.astorsbeechwood.com
May 10
Newport Gallery Night
Art exhibits of galleries include hand blown glass, wood block prints, award
winning photography, international handcrafts and fine arts. Many of the
galleries host opening receptions, introduce artists and new exhibits on
Gallery Night. Free admission to all galleries and free parking at Newport
Visitors Information Center, 23 America's Cup Ave., or the Newport Art
Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave. Second Thursday of each month, from February
through December. Citywide, Newport, 848-8200.
www.newportgalleries.org
May 12
The Newport Lions Club Annual All American Soap Box Derby
9am. 13th Annual Soap Box Derby sponsored by the Newport Lions Club, free
and open to the public, food and refreshments, spectator's encourgaged.
Memorial Boulevard, Newport, 848-5884
May 17- 31
Victorian Servant Tours
The Beechwood Theatre Co. takes you back to 1891. Find out what it was
really like to work for the queen of American Society. Visit website or call
for tour times. Astors' Beechwood Mansion, 580 Bellevue Avenue, 846-3772.
www.astorsbeechwood.com
May 18
Friday Night
Concert
Doors at 7pm. Music 7:30 - 9:30 pm. Featuring Providence String Quartet
Tasting Room Providence String Quartet, quartet-in-residence for Community
Music Works, will be our special guest for another intimate performance in
our restored stable/Tasting Room. The program will consist of music by
Romantic Slavic composers Leos Janacek and Bedrich Smetana. Tickets $25
advance, $30 day of show. Sales limited to 50 guests. Advance purchase
highly recommended. Get yours by phone (401)847-3777, in our Tasting Room,
or online at www.localwineevents.com. Greenvale Vineyards, 582 Wapping Road,
Portsmouth, 847-3777.
www.greenvale.com
May 19
9th Annual
Restoration Celebration
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Celebrating the restoration of Greenvale's 140 year old
stable-turned Tasting Room. Live music by Fishken & Groves, refreshments,
wine tasting, tractor rides, and vineyard tours! Greenvale Vineyards, 582
Wapping Road, Portsmouth, 847-3777.
www.greenvale.com
“An Evening of Classics:
Champagne, Chocolate and Couture”
Gala to benefit the Rhode Island Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis
Society
Join us at the Hyatt Regency on Goat Island in Newport. Prepare to be
indulged with the classic trappings of elegance . . . champagne, chocolate
and couture. You’ll be pampered as musical entertainment, decadent
delicacies and a silent auction tempt you away from daily life. Visit
www.eveningofclassics.com or call 401-738-8383 for your formal
invitation.
May 26
Pirate Fest
A full day and evening of swashbuckling fun! Downtown treasure hunt, boat
cruises, book signings, historical re-enactments, sea chantey singers, craft
workshops, costume contests, family pirate school, Thomas Tew Thieves Market
and Cap'n Nick's Newport Pirate Walk. Various Newport Locations, Newport,
Toll Free: 800-459-4922.
www.piratewalk.com/piratefest.htm
May 26
Live Jazz
1:00 - 4:00 pm. OUR SUMMER JAZZ SERIES RETURNS! Matthew Quinn performs with
special guests. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy great wine and great music!
Free admission. Tasting Room, Greenvale Vineyards, 582 Wapping Road,
Portsmouth, 847-3777.
www.greenvale.com
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