Civil War Comes Alive at Fort Adams

The Civil War Living History Weekend will run this weekend on July 14-15.

  The Civil War Living History Weekend kicks off Saturday July 14 and continues Sunday July 15 at Fort Adams. Two days of action and events bring the sights and sounds of the Civil War to Newport Events begin at 10 a.m. on both days and include re-enactors simulating dramatic assaults on Fort Adams as well as recreating the daily life of soldiers and civilians during the 1860s.  Throughout the day soldiers and civilians in authentic 19th century uniforms and dress will invite the public to spend a day in their life, and to learn about everything from military tactics to cooking and family life during the Civil War.  Re-enactors from all over New England and beyond will be in attendance, representing soldiers from the Union and the …

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Newport Jazz Plays Through Rough Sunday Weather

Heavy rains soaked much of the final day of the 2011 Newport Jazz Festival, but the show continued and weather cleared later in the afternoon.

The spirit of the 2011 Newport Jazz Festival did not waver on Sunday, despite strong winds and heavy torrents of rain throughout the day. Real jazz fans continued meandering from the Fort Stage to the Quad Stage and the Harbor Stage throughout the day. The weather finally calmed down by mid-afternoon, even though most attendees at that point already had soggy shoes and clothing completely soaked. The performance by Mingus Big Band in the morning was hit hardest by the rain, at times coming down horizontally, forcing band members to put on rain jackets and cover up their instruments with blankets. Pianist Hiromi and her band Trio Project excited the crowd at the Quad Stage with an electrifying performance after a half hour wait to dry off …

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5 Things To Know Today

Today: Free Band Concert at Fort Adams, Summer Reading Program

A look at what's happening in and around Middletown as we ease into a nice long holiday weekend.

Tonight, the Air National Guard Band of the Northeast treats the public to a night of beautiful music at Fort Adams on the North Lawn. Admission is free. The Seaside Eatery will be also be on site and available for food purchases. The Middletown Public Library Summer Reading Program for children kicks off this morning with the theme “One World, Many Stories.” Want the latest and most accurate information about all beach closures in Rhode Island? Click here or call 401-222-7727 for the hotline. Today’s weather? Find out here. At midnight on July 1, 1997, Hong Kong reverted back to Chinese rule.

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How to Watch: Up Close and Personal With The Transatlantic Race 2011

Follow the teams as they set off to make their journey across the Atlantic.

Pick one of the many scenic spots around Narragansett Bay (Fort Wetherill and Beavertail in Jamestown; Castle Hill, Fort Adams, Goat Island or Brenton Point State Park in Newport) and bring your camera, binoculars, picnic blanket and snacks to witness one of this summer’s most anticipated events: the Transatlantic Race 2011 (TR 2011). A warning signal at 1:50 p.m. will set in motion each of the three starts which will be held off Castle Hill in Newport, R.I.  First up, an eclectic fleet will start on Sunday, June 26, followed by the luxury boats, including the 289 foot Maltese Falcon on Wednesday, June 29. Lastly, catch the pure racing machines, including the Farr 80 Beau Geste, the Volvo 70 PUMA mar mostro and the maxi Rambler 100, on …

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