What's Up this weekend: Nov. 19 - 20
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đ´ââď¸ RISD students are using technology to bring to life innovative designs for adding pedestrian and cycling lanes to Newportâs iconic bridge. Read more â Biking and walking on the Pell Bridge?
đWhatâsUpNewp was on hand last night for the preview of Sparkling Lights at the Breakers. Visit our Instagram page to check out our photos and videos from the night.
âSparkling Lights at The Breakersâ will be open Thursdays through Sundays, 4:30-6:30 p.m., from November 19-December 23, and every evening from December 26-January 1, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tickets are for a specific date and time and include admission to the interior tour of The Breakers. There will be no âSparkling Lights at The Breakersâ on November 24, December 17, December 24 or December 25.
Holidays at the Newport Mansions returns to The Breakers, Marble House and The Elms, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.daily, from November 19 through January 1. Beautiful seasonal decorations, including themed Christmas trees, wreaths, garlands and fresh floral arrangements, add a festive holiday dĂŠcor to these spectacular Gilded Age houses.
đ The Portsmouth and Middletown High School Football Teams are heading to the Super Bowl this weekend. At Cranston Stadium on Saturday, Portsmouth will face St. Raphael at 12 pm, and Middletown will take on Moses Brown at 3 pm. Best of luck to both squads!
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Since Wednesday, thirty-eight new supporters have signed up; thank you to our new and current supporters! We now need just 12 new supporters!
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Weekend Weather Forecast: Nov. 18 â 20
Annual Lucyâs Hearth Designer Wreath Sale will take place at Eastonâs Beach on Dec. 4
Foxwoods Beerfest: Battle of the Brews returns Saturday, Nov. 19
âLittle Womenâ playing at Jamestown Community Theatre Nov. 18-20
Scenic three-acre estate in Little Compton lists for $1.7 million
Adult programs coming up at Tiverton Public Library in December
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Weather
Today: Sunny, with a high near 45. Southwest wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight: A slight chance of showers after 2am. Mostly clear, with a low around 33. West wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 42. Breezy, with a west wind 18 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph.
Sunday Night: Clear, with a low around 28. West wind 10 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.
Whatâs Up This Weekend
Whatâs Up This Weekend: Nov. 18 â 20
Weekend Weather Forecast: Nov. 18 â 20
Six Picks Events: Whatâs Up in RI this weekend (November 17-20)
âSix Picksâ Music: The best in local music this weekend (Nov. 18-20)
Les MisĂŠrables returning to PPAC November 15-20
Theater Review: Les MisĂŠrables begins a thrilling run at PPAC
Magic of Lights returns to Gillette Stadium Nov. 18 â Dec. 31
Salve Hockey Team will host its 2nd Annual Mental Health Awareness Night on Nov. 19
Lippitt House Museum to host âHouse at Work Tourâ on Nov. 19
Catching up with Erin McKeown, playing Jamestown Arts Center Nov. 19
Whatâs Up Interview: Craig OâKeefe of âThe Sixties Show,â coming to Jane Pickens November 20