Great Friends Meeting House in Newport was an ideal “rustic” venue for Ji Su Jung percussion performance. Additionally, this community concert series brought to you by Newport Classical, and presented by BankNewport is free and open to the public.
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A Royal Recipe for Love Etiquette
The Social Diary presents A Royal Recipe for Love Etiquette 101. Hats, gloves and afternoon tea? Reel One Entertainment and Champlain Media presented another canned “Royally” themed film. These storylines are usually repetitive, with little substance, and mostly technically flawed.
LoveBash for Potter League
The 51st annual LoveBash for Animals took place on Saturday, April 5th at the Wyndham Newport, and raised over $175,000. This event was a celebratory gathering and a “LoveBash for Potter League,” a community staple for animals in need.
I-Heung Lee Classical Pianist
The Social Diary attended this delightful afternoon concert with I-Heung Lee Classical Pianist. What a perfect companion to our afternoon tea! Selections from Ravel, Chopin, Leschetizky, Liszt, Brahms, Czerny and a favourite from Gottschalk delighted guests.
Fête Champêtre Garden Party
The fourth Gilded Age Orchestra performance at Rosecliff covered the late 19th century at the end of the Franco-Prussian war. Additionally, the musical selections covered La Belle Epoque (“The Beautiful Era”), an ode to Tabasco and Fête Champêtre (“Garden Party”) at Chateau-sur-Mer.
Annual Newport Wedding Show
A few days after the 22nd Annual Newport Wedding Show, The Social Diary held a consultation meeting, and a perfect time for tea as well! We discussed all things hosting and entertaining. Place settings were at the top of our discussions, of course.
Black & White Ball: Around the World
The YMCA was a perfect partner for the Ocean House in 2025. The Black and White Ball, Around the World was the theme for the evening’s affair.
Marble House at Newport Mansions
This “grand old lady,” gifted to Alva Vanderbilt for her 39th birthday, started it all, from “wooden cottages to opulent stone palaces.” The Marble House at Newport Mansions, for eagle eyed visitors will also delight in the enhanced experience of The Gilded Age.
Ocean House Gallery Reception
The Social Diary attended the Ocean House Gallery Reception in collaboration with the New England Contemporary Fine Art. Some featured artists included Julia O’Malley-Keyes, Sanchitha Vishwanath and Roseanne Cerbo.
Member Holiday Open House
The Elms once again played host to the Member Holiday Open House on December 10th. Tickets to this sell-out Christmas party only available to Members, one of the many perks of the Newport Mansions.