What's Up in Newport: Friday, October 20
A look at What's Up today, plus all of the latest What'sUpNewp headlines.
Today is Friday, October 20 - the 293rd day of the year; 72 days remain in 2023.
đ While it seems that every few days thereâs another announcement of an affordable housing project, those projects are years from completion, and the number of communities that have achieved the stateâs affordable housing threshold has dropped to five, from a high of seven a couple of years ago. WUNâs Frank Prosnitz with the story - Housing affordability becoming more elusive in Rhode Island.
đś Halloween-themed concert events are the focus of this weekendâs âSix Picks,â our weekly round-up of concerts around the region. Check out some spooky shows and more around the state, WUNâs Ken Abrams with the roundup- âSix Picksâ Music: The best in local music this weekend.
đ When WUNâs Frank OâDonnell heard that âMrs. Doubtfire,â the 1993 film starring Robin Williams and Sally Field, was being made into a Broadway musical, he had his â pardon the pun â doubts. So many attempts to turn hit movies into musicals fall flat. âPretty Womanâ and âAn Officer & A Gentlemanâ are recent examples. Read Frankâs review - Review: âMrs. Doubtfireâ at PPAC is worth your time
đ Cooler temps mean itâs time to hit those farm stands around the region this weekend for apples, pumpkins, and other seasonal treats. This week, weâre highlighting a few farm stands that offer a seasonal favorite in southern New England that seems to be everywhere, apple cider donuts. WUNâs Ken Abrams shares are a few of our favorites - âSix Picksâ Fall Treats â The best apple cider donuts in Newport County and beyond.
đ¤ Singer-songwriter Troy Ramey spent his teen years in Newport and is best for his 2017 run on NBCâs The Voice. Ramey is headlining a show tonight at the Newport Playhouse, appearing âin the roundâ with Lee Rogers and King Kyote as part of the venueâs âNewport to Nashvilleâ concert series. Read Kenâs interview with Troy here - Whatâs Up Interview: Troy Ramey, singer from âThe Voice,â playing Newport Playhouse Friday, October 20
đ¸ A world-class music event returns to the region this weekend when the URI Guitar Festival takes over the Kingston campus and nearby venues. Ken recently spoke to Nicolo Spera, who is playing as part of âItalian Nightâ on Friday, October 20, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, alongside artists Elisa La Marca and Mauro Zanatta. Read the interview - Whatâs Up Interview: Nicolo Spera, playing URI Guitar Festival Friday, October 20
đ On tap this weekend: Heart & Sole Walk For Animals, Haunted Hull-O-Ween Scavenger Hunt, Daffodil Bulbs Giveaway, and more! Read my roundup of all thatâs happening this weekend - Whatâs Up in Newport this weekend: October 20 â 22
WHATâS UP TODAY
Weather
Today: A chance of showers, mainly after 5 pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 64. Southeast wind 8 to 14 mph. The chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight: Showers likely before midnight, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between midnight and 5 am, then showers likely after 5 am. Cloudy, with a low of around 58. Southeast wind 9 to 11 mph. The chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Marine Forecast
Today: SSE wind 7 to 12 kt. A chance of showers, mainly after 5 pm. Seas 1 ft or less.
Tonight: SE wind 8 to 10 kt. Showers are likely before midnight, then showers likely, and possibly a thunderstorm between midnight and 5 am, then showers likely after 5 am. Seas 1 ft or less.
Coastal Water Temperature: 62°F.
Sun, Moon, & Tide
Sunrise: 7:02 am | Sunset: 5:57 pm | 10 hours and 54 minutes of sun.
High tide at 12: 03 am & 12: 27 pm | Low tide at 5:01 am & 6:02 pm.
Moon: Waxing Crescent. 5.1 days, 26% lighting.
Things To Do
2 pm: Illuminating Your Spooktacular Spirit! at Recharge Newport
3 pm: Aloha Couples Retreat Tasting at Recharge Newport
3 pm: Family Night Corn Maze at Escobar Farm
3:30 pm: Making Magical Holiday Decor with a Spirited Twist at IYRS
3:30 pm: Making Magical Holiday Decor with a Spirited Twist at Recharge Newport
6:30 pm & 8 pm: The Candlelight Walk with Ghosts Tour
8 pm: Improv with the Bit Players at The Firehouse Theater
Live Music & Entertainment
Blue Anchor Grill: Brian Scott Duo at 6 pm
Buskerâs Irish Pub: Live music at 9 pm
JPT Film & Event Center:Â Joan Baez: I Am A Noise at 4:30 pm, Farewell My Concubine at 7:30 pm
Midtown Oyster Bar: Live music at 8 pm
Narragansett Cafe:Â The Noyz at 8 pm
Newport Blues Cafe:Â Angelus Hall at 9 pm
Newport Playhouse:Â Troy Ramey, King Kyote, Lee Rogers â Live at 6 pm
One Pelham East:Â Hit Play Duo at 8 pm, DJ at 11:30 pm
Ragged Island Brewing Company: The Naticks at 5:30 pm
Speakeasy: Live music at 9:30 pm
The Firehouse Theatre: Live improv comedy with The Bit Players at 8 pm
The Reef: Megan Chenot at 7 pm
Top of Pelham: Dueling Pianos at 7:30 pm
Vieste: Live music at 7 pm
Local Government
See the agenda for any meeting mentioned below here
Newport: School Committee at 7:30 am, City Council at 11:15 am
Portsmouth: School Committee â Climate & Culture Subcommittee at 10 am
Cruise Ships
Hereâs whatâs remaining on the cruise ship schedule this season;
Saturday, Oct.21: Viking Star
Sunday, Oct. 22: Emerald Princess
Monday, Oct. 23: Ocean Navigator
Tuesday, Oct. 24: Silver Shadow
Wednesday, Oct. 25: Marella Discovery
Thursday, October 26: Caribbean Princess & Silver Shadow
Saturday, Oct. 28: Crystal Serenity
Sunday, Oct.29: Emerald Princess & Artania
Monday, Oct.30: Seven Seas Mariner
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The Latest
Housing affordability becoming more elusive in Rhode Island
The number of communities that have achieved the stateâs affordable housing threshold has dropped to five, from a high of seven a couple of years ago.
âSix Picksâ Music: The best in local music this weekend (October 20-22)
Ghost Stories, Cruisinâ Sharks and the Mausoleum Sessions
7-Day Weather forecast for Newport County
Hereâs whatâs on tap for weather this week and weekend.
3-day Surf Forecast for Rhode Island
Forecast includes rip current risk, surf height, weather, winds, and more.
Bruins beat the winless Sharks 3-1 for their 3rd straight win to open the season
Brad Marchand and James van Riemsdyk scored 21 seconds apart late in the first period and the Boston Bruins won their third straight game to open the season, beating the San Jose Sharks 3-1 on Thursday night.
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