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(Saturdays) Ghost Tours of Newport Take a lantern-led evening stroll down historic Newport, Rhode Island ‘s shadowy lanes and discover the ghosts, ghouls, and legends of this haunted city by the sea. 5pm. 401-841-8600. Toll Free: 1-866-33GHOST www.ghostsofnewport.com (Ongoing) Fort Adams Daily Tour Guided tours of Historic Fort Adams leave from the Visitor’s Center every hour on the hour from 10am-4pm. Adults $10 Children (6-17) $5 5 and under Free. Family Rate $25 (2 Adults and up to 4 children) Tours are weather dependant. 401-8410707 www.fortadams.org (Ongoing) Comedy & Theater All seats $20. Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place. Off Broadway , Newport . 401-849-fire(3473) www.firehousetheater.org (Ongoing) Guided Tours of Belcourt Castle 10am-4pm. Tours last about 1 hour. Belcourt Castle, 657 Bellevue Ave. Newport. 401-8460669 www.belcourtcastle.org (Tuesdays) An Evening with the Astors’ 7pm. Experience Victorian elegance as you step back in time and join the Astor family for an evening affair. Tour the mansion by candlelight then enter the ballroom for beautiful music and dancing. Reservations suggested.

Astors’ Beechwood Mansion, 580 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. 401-846-3772 www.astorsbeechwood.com (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday) Afternoon Tea Seating at 2 & 3pm. Additional $10 w/ admission. Special treats for children at the 2 pm seating on 4/16, 17 & 18. $7 for Children under 12. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum, 101 Ferry Road (Rt. 114), Bristol. 401253-2707 www.blithewold.org (Thursdays-Sundays) Victorian Servants Tours Step back to 1891 as you apply for a position at the home of Mrs. Astor- queen of American Society. Thu 2 & 3pm. Fri-Sun. 11, 12, 1, 2 & 3pm. Beechwood Mansion, 580 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. 401-846-3772. www. astorsbeechwood.com (Thursdays & Saturdays) Murder Mystery Murder at the Mansion is an interactive murder mystery set at a masquerade party in the 1890’s. Partygoers are in for a bigger surprise than usual when one of them departs a bit earlier than planned! Guests search the home looking for clues. Did the butler really do it? Who else? Reservations suggested. Thurdays 7pm, Saturdays 1:30pm. Astors’ Beechwood Mansion, 580 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. 401-846-3772 www. astorsbeechwood.com (Fridays) Comedy Murder Mystery Solve a humorous murder mystery while dining along scenic Narragansett Bay. 6:30pm. Newport

Dinner Train, 19 America’s Cup Avenue, Newport. 401-841-8700. www.newportdinnertrain.com (Fridays) Comedy Wedding Reception After the “I do’s” can Mama save her only daughter from a fate worse than life without linguini? 6:30pm. Newport Dinner Train, 19 America’s Cup Avenue, Newport. 401-841-8700 www. newportdinnertrain.com (Sundays & Mondays & Fridays) Candelight Tours Enjoy Belcourt Castle’s rich social history as told in the romantic atmosphere of candlelit rooms. Mrs. Harle Tinney, who owns and lives in Belcourt Castle, often, introduces the tour enhanced by candlelight with a champagne toast. 6pm. $18. per person. Not for children under 5. Reservations needed. Belcourt Castle, 657 Bellevue Ave. Newport. 401-846-0669 www.belcourtcastle.org (Sundays) Old Colony/Newport Train Rides Remember the days of old and travel along the scenic tracks of Aquidneck Island. 11:45am & 1:45pm Adults $7.50, Children $5, Parlor Car $11. Old Colony/Newport Railroad Newport Depot, 19 America’s Cup Ave. Newport. 401- 624-6951 www.ocnrr.com (thru Sat. 11/1) Corn Maze Get Lost in Escobar’s Corn Maze. The Maze has 2 miles of paths (in 2 phases), and covers 8 acres of farm. You’ll be up against devilish twists and turns, bridges and dead ends. Our Maze

was designed for Highland Farm by Brett Herbst of The Maize. We love dogs, but for their safety they must be kept on a leash at all times. If your doggie wants to run the maze with you we’ll be happy to give you a bag so that you can bring out anything he might wish to leave behind to “trip up” other Maizies. Harry Potter Day - 10/13 (raindate 10/14); A-Mazing Halloween Party 10/27 (raindate 10/28). Fridays 3pm till dusk, Saturdays 10am till dusk, and 11am -dusk on Sundays. 12 and over, $7; 5 - 11 years old, $5; children 4 and under are free. Escobar’s Highland Farm at 251 Middle Rd in Portsmouth. Other information call 401-683-1444. www.escobarshighlandfarm.com (thru Sat. 11/8) Zoo in the House: Animals in the Doris Duke Art Collection Doris Duke, heiress and art collector, was known as an avid animal enthusiast. Her most notable pets were two camels who summered at Rough Point, her Newport mansion, so it is not surprising that animals appear as a frequent theme in her remarkable art collection. Animals depicted as companions, as wild life, and as allegorical creatures will be the subject of a new exhibition entitled Zoo in the House: Animals in the Doris Duke Art Collection. A personal glimpse of Doris Duke and her beloved pet dogs will be provided through photographs and video. Rough Point, Bellevue Ave, Newport. 401-849-7300 www.newportrestoration.com (thru Fri. 11/14) Design

Trends in Sophisticated Clothes: Couture Ensembles by Pierre Cardin 1964-2002 The exhibit will explore the work of one of the most creative and avant-garde fashion designers of the 20th century, illustrated through a collection of evening dresses, cocktail dresses, suits, coats and accessories recently donated to the Preservation Society by Diane Vernes Brown. Rosecliff, Bellevue Avenue, Newport. 401-847-1000 www.newportmansions.org (thru Sun. 11/16) Portsmouth Arts Guild Juried Members Show More than 160 artists from Aquidneck Island and surrounding towns. Free and open to the public.Portsmouth Arts Guild Center For The Arts, 2679 E Main Rd, Portsmouth. 401-293-5ART www. portsmouthartsguild.org (thru Sun. 11/16) Daniel McManus: New Work This exhibition includes work in photography, ceramics and mixed media. Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave, Newport. 401-8488200 www.newportartmuseum.org (thru Sun. 11/23) Pajama Tops The plot is all fun! A philandering husband--a voluptuous girl--a devilish butler--a sexy maid-- and a lovely wife make up this farce that will keep you laughing! Very sexy without the sex or the nudity or even a bad word--Now, that’s good writing! Just lots of fun! Fri, Sat and Sun, doors open 6pm w/ buffet at 6:15 and curtain 8pm. Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat & Sun matinees, doors open

11am with buffet at 11:30am and curtain 1pm. Theater only, $33.95 p/p; dinner, theater and cabaret, $48.95 p/p. Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant, 102 Connell Highway, Newport. 401-848-PLAY (7529) www. newportplayhouse.com (thru Sun. 1/4/09) “The Eloquence of Place: Forty Years of the Newport Restoration Foundation” Through photography, drawings, objects and maps, this show highlights the architecture of over 80 historic structures restored and maintained by the NRF. Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave, Newport. 401-848-8200 www. newportartmuseum.org (thru Sun. 1/18/09) NetWorks 2008: A Collaborative Exhibition- AS220, Newport Art Museum, Dr. Joseph A. Chazan Work by nineteen Rhode Island artists who are participants in a project to document their work through photography, video and exhibition. Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave, Newport. 401-848-8200 www.newportartmuseum.org (Wed. 11/5-Tue. 12/30) Victorian Christmas Tours Celebrate Victorian Christmas traditions with the Beechwood Theatre Company. You will meet As-

tor family members and servants as you tour the beautifully decorated home. After touring, join the family in the elegant ballroom for wonderful singing and holiday fun. Call or visit website for tour times. Astors’ Beechwood Mansion, 580 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. 401-846-3772 www. astorsbeechwood.com (Thu. 11/6, 11/13, & 11/20 MAXXTONE Serving dinner from 6pm-10pm. Live music at 10 pm. Newport Blues Cafe, 286 Thames Street, Newport. 401-841-5510 www. newportblues.com (Sat. 11/8) David “Honeyboy” Edwards with Host Paul Geremia David “Honeyboy” Edwards is a true living legend. Paul Geremia has built a reputation as a first rate bluesman, songwriter, a “scholar” of early jazz and blues, and one of the best country blues fingerpickers. 8pm. Doors open 7pm. $26. Common Fence, Common Fence Point Community Hall. 933 Anthony Road, Portsmouth. 401-683-5085 www. commonfencemusic.org (Sat. 11/8-Sun. 11/9) Annual Harvest Fair

Celebrate Harvest with tractor rides, vineyard tours and music. 1-4pm. Greenvale Vineyards, 582 Wapping Road, Portsmouth. 401847-3777 www.greenvale.com (Sun. 11/9-Sat/ 11/15) New-

port Restaurant Week Fall A three-course meal from some of the finest area restaurant without breaking the bank! From a steaming cup of chowder overloking the harbor to fine dining in romantic restaurants, Newport County restaurants offer an array of creative menus. Throughout Newport County, Newport, RI 401-845-9123 800-976-5122 [email protected] (Sat. 11/15-Sun. 1/4) Christmas at the Newport Mansion The glitter of gold and the sparakle of silver will dazzle you as you tour three magnificent mansion: The Breakers, The Elms and Marble House decked out in their yuletide finery. Preservation Society of Newport County, Bellevue Avenue, Newport 401-8471000 www.newportmansions.org (Thu. 11/20) The 7th Rhode Island Infantry in the Civil War Suffering a casualty rate of more than eighty percent by the war’s end, the 7th Rhode Island Infantry participated in some of the fiercest battles of the Civil War. Local author Robert Grandchamp will talk about gripping historical stories culled from firsthand sources such as letters, diaries, and photographs. 7pm. Free. Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd, Portsmouth. 401-683-9457 web.provlib.org (Thu. 11/20-Sun. 12/21) 2nd Annual Under $200 Holiday Show & Sale Come and shop for holiday gift giving. Opening reception 11/23, 2-4pm. Free and open to the public. Portsmouth Arts Guild Center

For The Arts, 2679 E Main Rd, Portsmouth. 401-293-5ART www.portsmouthartsguild.org (Sat. 11/22) Rishell-Raines Blues Band Performing a wide range of blues styles, from the syncopated acoustic guitar wizardry of Blind Lemon Jefferson and Son House to Chicagoan “Little” Walter Jacob’s swinging amplified harmonica. 8pm. $20. Doors open 7pm. Common Fence, Common Fence Point Community Hall. 933 Anthony Road, Portsmouth. 401-683-5085 www.commonfencemusic.org (Wed. 11/22 & 29) Holiday Evening at the Breakers Enjoy live holiday music and light refreshments during a special evening open house amid the Yuletide splendor of this magnificent Gilded Age mansion. 6pm8pm. Breakers, Ochre Point Ave, Newport. 401-847-1000 www. newportmansions.org (Fri. 11/28-Sun. 11/30) 19th Annual Christmas Shopping Stroll Many shops are open and offering wonderful sales for the shopping strollers. Block Island. Call 800 383-2474 (Fri. 11/28-Sun. 11/30) The Polar Express Tour™ - I Believe Based on the children’s classic by Chris Van Allsburg and the holiday festive film by Warner Brothers Pictures about a doubting young boy who takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. Departure times are: 4:30pm and

6:45pm. Reservation are strongly suggested as seating is limited. Newport Dinner Train, 19 America’s Cup Avenue, Newport. 401-841-8700 www.newportdinnertrain.com (Fri. 11/28-Wed. 12/31) The Cemetery Club Three widows meet once a month for tea before going to visit the cemetery. Funny, sweet, and moving. An evening of pure pleasure that will make you glad you went to the theatre. Fri, Sat and Sun, doors open 6pm w/ buffet at 6:15 and curtain 8pm. Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat & Sun matinees, doors open 11am with buffet at 11:30am and curtain 1pm. Theater only, $33.95 p/p; dinner, theater and cabaret, $48.95 p/p. Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant, 102 Connell Highway, Newport. 401-848-PLAY (7529) www.newportplayhouse.com (Fri. 11/28–Sun. 1/4/09) Annual Christmas at Blithewold Each room is bright and merry with glistening trees, bountiful flowers, garden fairies and woodland whimsy all capturing the spirit of Blithewold’s family. Masses of poinsettias and thousands of lights adorn the 18 foot tree in the entrance hall, a preview to the grand holiday display which includes 30 more trees throughout the house. Musical performances daily.1-8pm WedSun. Mon & Tue 10am -2pm.

$10 Adults, $8 Seniors/Students, $6 Ages 6-17. Children under 6 and Blithewold Members are free. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum, 101 Ferry Road (Rt. 114) Bristol. 401-2532707 www.blithewold.org (Sat. 11/29) 27th Annual Block Island Artists Guild Fair Many artists watercolors, jewelry and much more Everyone welcome. 10am-3pm. Harbor Baptist Church, Water St, Block Island. 401-466-5940 (Sat. 11/29) 4th Annual 5k Turkey Trot Walk or run. Whatever you choose. Great way to work off the holiday goodies. 1:30pm. Fred Benson Town Beach, Block Island. 800-383-2474