Beautiful glassblowing studio & gallery, with an exquisite selection of hand blown glass ornaments, animals and fruits, perfume bottles, vases and bowls, paperweight etc… All designed and made onsite by Matthew Buechner, also a well known sailor. Visitors are welcome to watch the artist who also offers glass blowing lessons. Open Mon to Fri 10-5pm, Sat noon-4pm, Sun 12:30-4pm.
Tel: (401) 846 0576
[email protected]
www.thamesglass.com
Open June - Oct
Locally and organically grown products, cheeses and baked goods. Saturday mornings on East Main Rd at Newport Vineyard & Winery lot, 9am to 1pm.
Also, Wednesdays in Newport on Memorial Blvd (between Chapel St and Edgar Ct) during the season, 2pm to 6pm. Contact Lisa Lewis.
Tel: (401) 848 0099
[email protected]
ww.aquidneckgrowersmarket.org
Newport History Tours offer guided tours. Reservations or tour information at Brick Market: Museum & Shop,
127 Thames St.
Tel: (
401) 841 8770
www.newporthistorytours.org
Ocean Drive is a spectacular route along the water, fringed by gorgeous mansions, ideal for a bike ride. It is a ten mile loop at the tip of Newport, away from the traffic and easily accessible from all downtown marinas.
Other winding lanes will take bikers past First, Second and Third Beaches, through country roads offering spectacular wide-open views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Sky Kitesurfing School
This kitesurfing school is run by Christian Schlebach, one of the best kitesurfers in the region, also the owner/founder of Re-Sails. A team of experienced and certified instructors offers private lessons that can be re-scheduled if the wind conditions are not right.
Tel: (401) 849 8623
Surfing is a highly popular sport in Newport, which offers several good spots, including First and Second Beaches. Surfing equipment and paddle boards can be rented at:
Re-Sails/Hooley surf shop
Anna Gibbons is a triathlete and figure/body builder competitor, certified in personal training. Available for personal or group classes at the NAC, on board or at home. Highly experienced, super friendly, energetic, patient and attentive. Pilates, mat science, weight and free weight training, cardio/strength training. Will teach you how to keep in shape while traveling.
Cell: (401) 662 9344
[email protected]
Highly recommended Heather Kaye, is an extremely skilled massage therapist, offering a wide range of massage and techniques: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Reiki (energy work), Trigger-point, Shiatsu, Thai, Stretch-release, Aromatherapy, Pre-natal massage & Facial unwinding. Guided by her artful intuition, each session promises to be a relaxing and unique experience. Appointment only. House and yacht calls available. Tel: (401) 480 3360 www.bodycraftmassage.com
Award winning skincare and makeup boutique, using and selling top brand skin care and makeup lines. Offers full range of facials, massages, waxing, airbrush spray tan and professional makeup applications. Makeup classes, house and boat calls available. Tue- Sat 10am - 6pm;
Thu noon- 8pm; Sun by appointment.
Tel: (401) 324 6253
www.theapothecarynewport.com
Award winning spacious and pristine spa, ideally located by the waterfront. Wide range of facial, body, nail treatments and massages. Serene water-inspired décor, very friendly and experienced team. Guests of the spa can enjoy complimentary access to the two story health club, which includes the sauna, whirlpool, racquetball courts and indoor pool.
Sun-Wed 9am-5pm; Thur-Sat 9am-7pm.
Tel: (401) 848 6983
www.thespaatnewportmarriott.com
New this year: 3 totally renovated houses that be rented through Eli Dana. Ideally located across Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard. Tel: (401) 846 6002 [email protected]
Newport Hospital is a ‘state of the art’ modern facility that was completely renovated a few years ago.
Tel: (401) 846 6400
This chiropractic practice enjoys a very good reputation. We received good recommendations for Drs M. Gottfried and K. Donavan.
Tel: (401) 849 7011
http://aquidchiro.com
This large facility enjoys an excellent reputation and is very popular among the sailing community.
Tel: (401) 845 0840
www.olympicpt-ri.com
Dentist Nathan W. Tilman came well recommended for his professionalism.
Tel: (401) 846 3801
www.smile-newport.com
Dr Peter Schott is recommended as being very competent, gentle and friendly. He has close links with the yachting community.
Tel: (401) 608 3027
http://drschott.com
Emergency Tel: 911
US Coast Guard
Tel: (401) 846 3675
VHF Ch. 16
Harbor Master Newport Timothy Mills
Tel: (401) 845 5815
VHF Ch.16
Newport Police
Tel: (401) 847 1212
Newport Fire Dept
Tel: (401) 845 5900
US Customs
Tel: (401) 847 2744
Harbor Master Portsmouth
Tel: (401) 643 0137
The Newport Public Library, located on Spring St, a short distance from the marinas, offers free internet access on two computers.
Tel: (401) 847 8720
Summer Hours: Mon, 11am-8:00 Tues to Thur: 9am – 8pm; Fri & Sat: 9am – 6pm.
Cozy Cab
Tel: (401) 846 2500
Rainbow Sedans
Chauffeured services located on Aquidneck Island, pick up anywhere in RI, available 24/7.
Tel: (401) 849-1333 and 401-847-8294.
Experienced shipwright Jim Titus can handle any wood construction, interior furniture or deck structure project. Specializes in spars and mast reconstruction. Excellent reputation. Mobile depending on the project.
Tel: (401) 339 1287
[email protected]
Contact: Armand Michaud. Based in Newport RI.
Tel: (401) 539 9844/(401) 338 9546
[email protected]
Full service computer service center located in the Middletown Commons building. They support Windows, Mac, and Linux computers, and their services include hardware/software troubleshooting and repairs, installations and upgrades, virus/malware removal, proactive maintenance contracts and support plans, offsite backups, email security, and much more. Initial consultations are free and their work is guaranteed. Tel: (401) 682 7440 [email protected] www.nccri.net
Leader in safety issues and liferaft/man-overboard equipment. Life raft inspection and repair of major brands. Immersion/survival suit testing and repair. Man-overboard equipment testing and servicing, including MOMs and JonBuoys. EPIRB battery changes, signal testing and hydrostatic release replacements. Inflatable boat repair and warranty station. Watermaker testing. Factory trained and certified technicians, USCG approved and ISO 9001 compliant. Sell a large variety of safety equipment and life rafts. Full-service tender and outboard department. Yamaha agents.
Unique collection of nautical apparel, bags and accessories made with recycled sailcloth. Can personalize any item with stenciling or embroidery to add yacht names, sail numbers or any other decorative elements. Volume pricing available. First class service, high quality material and workmanship. Online orders available. Plus bike rentals and some surfing and kitesurfing equipment. new store and location. Open 9am-9pm daily. Tel: (401) 849 8623 [email protected] www.resails.com
Provide non-profit services and support to visiting and local boaters or anybody in need of compassionate financial, referral, or listening assistance. Located in an historic building by the waterfront with lounge, library, garden, rooms to conduct personal and professional business and a frescoed Chapel of the Sea. They have 9 affordable and newly renovated rooms downtown. Wi-Fi, mail & package collection, transportation for errands. Onsite Aloha Café for affordable breakfast and lunch. Open 365 days a year, 7:30 am to 2:30 pm.