Friday, September 23, 2022
Newport Announcements/News/Events:
Newport Arts & Music Fest Saturday, October 1st - “Call To Artists”
“Call to Artists” for Artists/Artisans to participate in the Newport Arts & Music Fest on Saturday, October 1st from 11:00am-4:00PM at the Newport History Museum @ The Southgate Street School – 215 East Southgate Street.
Artists/Artisans will have a reserved 10’x10’ booth space (you provide canopy/tent, table, chair, etc.) in the Hofbrahaus parking lot adjacent to the History Museum. The fee to participate is $30, which includes the city’s Temporary Occupational License.
If you are interested in participating, please e-mail bholiday@newportky.gov by Monday, September 26th to receive an application.
Newport Arts & Music Fest (NAMF) - Saturday, October 1st / Rain Shine - 11:00am-4:00PM - Newport History Museum @ The Southgate Street School - 215 East Southgate Street – Free To Attend
Planned activities for the NAMF – 11:00am-4:00pm includes Oral Histories, Live Music, Artists and more!:
11:00am-4:00pm – Artists/Artisans set-up in the Hofbrauhaus rear parking lot with their hand-made designs to sell
11:30am-12:30pm – Oral Histories by former Southgate Street School students
Noon-2:00pm – Bourbon House Pizza selections to purchase
12:30-2:30 – Author book signings: Sheila Williams, Ron Ellis & Roberta Schultz
1:00-2:00pm – NKY Brotherhood Singers – a jubilee-style, Acapella, sacred gospel quintet
2:30-3:30pm – Jazz Vocalist, Kathy Wade
Visit Newportky Facebook for additional information.
Taste of Newport-OKTOBERFEAST – The Month of October
Restaurants in the Historic Business District On/Off Monmouth Street will be offering a variety of Food and Drink Specials to promote indoor, outdoor, and carry-out dining during the month of October. Special prices will begin at $9.95. Details will follow!!
“Fall Flea & Market On Monmouth” – Saturday, October 15th – 9:00am-2:00pm - In The Historic Business District
Flea Market vendors will be set-up on the sidewalk selling a variety of “must-have” items. The event is FREE to attend.
Watch for details for the “Call To Flea Market Vendors”!!! The vendor fee to participate is $20. This is a Rain/Shine event.
The Fall Flea & Market event is sponsored by businesses on Monmouth Street.
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Congratulations To:
Brighton Center One Of The “Best Places To Work”
Brighton Center was recognized by the Cincinnati Business Courier as one of the Best Places to Work in the region. Creating opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency is Brighton Center’s mission, but that wouldn’t be possible without its dedicated employees. Brighton Center believes that all employees are leaders and depends greatly on everyone's strengths and skills to inspire others, model the way, and be innovative.
Newport Independent School Teacher Nominated For “Middle School” Teacher Of The Year
Newport Middle School teacher Nathaniel Green is among four semifinalists in the middle school Teacher of the Year category announced by Governor Andy Beshear Tuesday as part of the 2023 Kentucky Teacher of the Year recognition award.
Provided by NKY Tribune
For the second year in a row, the Newport Independent School General Educational Development (GED) program Campbell County Adult Education (CCAE) – has been ranked the number one program in the state by the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. CCAE has outstanding partners, including the Brighton Center’s Center for Employment Training (CET), also based in Newport, and Campbell County Jailer Jim Daley. The program was honored in Frankfort by Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman.
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What’s Happening This Week Around The City:
Bourbon House Pizza Open Now On Fridays For Lunch & Discounts – 100 Aqua Way
Submitted by Mary Branstetter
NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH ON FRIDAY! Come dine inside or on our beautiful outdoor patio!
Discounts offered: Each day we honor our armed forces, veterans, police officers and firefighters by offering your meal at a discounted price. Your I.D. must be present to qualify.
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday: 4:00-9:00pm / Friday & Saturday: 11:00am-10:00pm / Sunday: Noon-9:00pm / Monday: closed
Newport Oktoberfest – Friday, Saturday & Sunday, September 23rd-25th – Riverboat Row East Of The Taylor Southgate Bridge
Submitted by Marc Wertheim
Newport Oktoberfest is the only Munich style Oktoberfest in the region. Live music, food, beer, games and more all under one giant tent. Save the date for this fun filled weekend of drinking, eating, cavorting, and singing!
Live Music:
Hofbräuhaus Newport Brewery & Restaurant “Oktoberfest This Weekend At Our Haus! – 200 East 3rd Street
Submitted by Karen Maslin
The Footlighters At The Stained Glass Theatre Presents: Pippin – Now - October 9th – 802 York Street
Provided by Mary Stone
Pippin is the story of one young man's journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, this updated circus-inspired version of Pippin continues to captivate and appeal to the young at heart throughout the world. Heir to the Frankish throne, the young prince Pippin is in search of the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh, and the intrigues of political power (after disposing of his father, King Charlemagne the Great). In the end, though, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day.
Director: Amanda Emmons Shumate / Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz / Book by Roger O. Hirson / Music director: Alan Masters / Choreographer: Robert Fields
Producers: Adrianna Boris, Amanda Emmons Shumate, and Alan Masters
“PIPPIN is rated PG-13 and contains adult themes, violence, and some sexual situations. This production uses strobe lighting effects and fog throughout the production.”
Season Tickets available for 2022-2023 season! Visit the Footlighters website for additional information or call: Ticket Line: 859-652-3849 / Theater: 859-291-7464 (SING)
Falcon Theatre opens its’ 2022-2023 season with the Regional premiere of playwright Lauren Gunderson’s The Half-Life of Marie Curie, a compelling new play about renowned scientist Marie Curie and radical engineer Hertha Ayrton—and the friendship that strengthened their resolve to pursue their ambitions.
Performances are September 23, 24, 29, 30, October 1, 6, 7, and 8, 2022.
In 1911, Marie Curie won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for her discovery of the elements radium and polonium. By 1912, she was the object of ruthless gossip over an alleged affair with the married Frenchman Paul Langevin, all but erasing her achievements from public memory. Weakened and demoralized by the press lambasting her as a “foreign” Jewish temptress and a homewrecking traitor, Marie agrees to join her friend and colleague Hertha Ayrton, an electromechanical engineer and suffragette. The Half-Life of Marie Curie revels in the power of female friendship as it explores the relationship between these two brilliant women, both of whom are mothers, widows, and fearless champions of scientific inquiry.
Filled with snappy back-and-forth dialogue, this two-woman play is directed by Ted J. Weil, and features Tara Williams as Marie Curie and Tracy M. Schoster as Hertha Ayrton.
All performances are at 8:00 PM, Ticket prices are $28 for adults and $15 for students with valid ID. Patrons enjoy a $5 discount for Thursday performances. Visit falcontheater.net to reserve seats.
Newport Syndicate & Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar “Back to the 80’s” Murder Mystery– 18 East 5th Street
Submitted by Megan Pettit
Murder Mystery “Back to the 80’s”: Get your weekend started off right. Join us for our NEW themed Murder Mystery Dinner, "Back to the 80's!" We're bringing out the leg warmers and doing our hair big! Celebrate the 80's with this super fun throwback. Now through the end of September we're offering Buy-One-Get-One Free tickets! 2 Tickets are only $50 (plus tax & service)
Tickets include: The Show / Buffet Dinner / Dessert / Non-Alcoholic Beverages / Cash Bar available for alcohol / Saturday: September 24th at 6:00pm
Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar – Saturdays Only: Come join us in Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar for the after party! Pianos start after the Murder Mystery at 8:30pm and play until 1:00am.
Wine Over Water Presented by Brighton Center – Saturday, September 24th 5:00-9:00pm – Purple People Bridge
Provided by Wonda Winkler
Enjoy: Wine – Beer – Specialty Foods – Live Entertainment and receive a Wine Tasting Glass & More!
Visit Brighton Center website for additional information and to order tickets.
USS Nightmare Is Open– 101 Riverboat Row – East Side Of The Taylor Southgate Bridge
Submitted by Nancy Willhoite
Open Fridays and Saturdays, now through September 24 from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. These nights feature our lowest prices of the season!
Beginning Thursday, September 29, we are open Thursday through Sunday until October 30. Sunday & Thursday times are 7-11 p.m. and Friday & Saturday times remain 7 p.m.-1 a.m. We are also open Halloween Monday, October 31 from 7-11 p.m.
For regular show dates, General Admission tickets range from $23-$30, Fast Pass tickets are $36-$50, Front of the Line tickets are $50-$70. RIP Experiences for any show (for a more intense, immersive experience) range from $36 - $80 depending on day, date and ticket type.
Our adult only Captain's Extreme Tours are on Friday, November 4 and Saturday, November 5 from 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Prices range from $30 - $70.
Visit USS Nightmare website or Facebook page for additional information and to order tickets.
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Campbell County’s Farmers Markets:
Newport Farmers Market Saturdays – 9:00am-Noon – 709 Monmouth Street - City Parking Lot Next To Pepper Pod Restaurant
Submitted by Mary Ann Neltner, The Other Neltner Farm
Support the Campbell County Farmers Market participants! The participating farmers appreciate their faithful shoppers who are always BUYERS!!!
Campbell County Farmers bring their produce straight from their fields and valleys directly to Newport. Their livelihoods are supported by providing fresh produce for your spring and summer recipes. They have been providing simple, safe, good food long before it was a trend.
Fall seasonal produce, baked goods, eggs, and MORE while supplies last!
Your continued support is greatly appreciated!
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Events & Specials Around The City:
Ace Hardware – “Fall Savings & Halloween Items” - 82D Carothers Road – Newport Plaza
Submitted by Brad Baker
Ace Hardware is the place to go for “Fall Savings” on Magnolia paints and Fall Lawn Care products. Plus, Halloween items too!
Ace Handyman Services: Our craftsmen are reliable and trust-worthy. Book your craftsman today 859-474-7940.
Carabello Coffee “Fall Seasonal Autumn Equinox, Free Shipping Special, Great British Bake-Off & More” - 107 East 9th Street
Submitted by Emily & Justin Carabello
We also love all the yummy flavors of the season! Our Fall Seasonal Autumn Equinox is, hands-down, one of our most popular coffees of the year. In the cup expect a full-bodied coffee with light floral notes, mild fruit, red apple, cinnamon and clove. Grab yourself a fresh bag and enjoy!
Swing into September with FREE SHIPPING on orders over $50! We have been operating with a flat shipping rate for quite some time now, but we believe now is time to switch things up. Orders under $50 will now select from standard shipping rates and orders over $50 will ship free. Check out our freshly roasted coffees on our website or Facebook page and start strategizing how you can leverage this to your advantage!
Please visit our website and Facebook page for event tickets, additional information and up-coming events.
Ivy Gate Boutique – “Fall Finds Including Baby Halloween Outfits” - 625 Monmouth Street
Provided by Elaine Brown
Love fall? We've got it all! From fun fall accessories to home decor. Many new fall inspirations, including cute and stylish football clothing, to get you in the mood for cool crisp days! Is there a better time of the year? New to our shop are adorable baby Halloween outfits, bibs and booties! If you have a newborn or soon to be you must check out these super cute items.
Hours: Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Thursday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Friday:
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Sunday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM /
Closed Mondays & Tuesdays
Knit On! “Scrapbuster Satchel Kit” – On-Line Only -735 Monmouth Street
Submitted by Nanci Gabbard
Get your Scrapbuster Satchel Kits now! Three colorways available: bright, neutral and dark. Each kit contains seven 50g balls of Uneek and Monokrom. More details on our website. Available only online. Will ship directly to you.
Hours: Monday: 2:00PM - 6:00PM / Tuesday: CLOSED / Wednesday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM / Thursday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM /Friday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM / Saturday: 11:00AM - 3:00PM / Sunday: CLOSED
Reminder: All in-stock yarns are available for on-line ordering.
Newport Branch – Campbell County Library – “Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month, DIY Classes & More For All Ages” – 901 East 6th Street
Submitted by Mackenzie Manley
Library services: Free Meeting & Study Rooms / Free Shredding / Outreach Service – Home Delivery, DIY Classes & More!
How Does it Work?: Families who live in Campbell County can sign up their children, from newborn to age 5, online or at any of our branches. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library will send each enrolled child a new book every month. You will begin to receive books eight to ten weeks after you register.
The books are absolutely free to you and yours to keep. There is no cost or obligation to your family.
September Programs – Some Programs Require RSVP: Book Clubs, Activities for Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults & MORE!!!
For a complete listing of additional Library events and to RSVP for events, please visit the library website: cc-pl.org
NKY Open Box Outlet – “35% Off Weekend Sale Selected Items - Overstock, Liquidation & Ashley Furniture” - 1813 Monmouth Street – Newport Shopping Center
WE HAVE ANOTHER BIG SALE FOR YOU THIS WEEKEND!! Now through Sunday, September 18th. YOU can SAVE 35% off almost the entire store! Stop in this weekend for great deal and save big on selected items!
"We make comfortable living affordable!" Open Box Outlet strives to provide a store to shop for overstock, liquidation and Ashley furniture in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with unbeatable prices and customer service!
Closed on Mondays. Visit our Facebook page for on-going sales promotions.
Peluso Market – Fall Has Arrived With Bales of Straw, Corn Stalks & More! – 623 Monmouth Street – 859-291-6069
Submitted by Jerry Peluso
Corn stalk bundles 10 stalks per bundle $5.99, Pumpkins: large, pie pumpkins, orange and white. We also have bales of hay and mums will be arriving soon!!!!
Locally grown vegetables right here in “NEWPORT”! No chemicals and no pesticides.
Cherry tomatoes, jalapeño and habanero peppers, sweet Italian peppers, mountain fresh tomatoes, and bell peppers, plus a limited supply of green tomatoes!
The Peluso Market “Where everything is down aisle one!” Open Monday-Saturday Noon-6:00pm. Watch my Facebook page for daily arrival updates!
Seventh Street Gifts – Now Open 7-Days A Week Featuring: Essential Oils, Handmade Soaps, Teas & More – 114 East 7th Street – 859-655-9444
Provided by Carisa Bunten
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR FAVORITE RECIPE(S)!??: WE ARE FINALLY COMPILING A RECIPE BOOK OF ALL THE NOTIONS & POTIONS CREATED DURING LIBRARY WORKSHOPS & IN-HOUSE. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE RECIPE FOR:
We would love to include your submissions!!! Visit our website/Facebook page to submit your recipes or better yet just come by and drop them off!
END OF MONTH TAROT & ASTROLOGY WORKSHOPS - CALL THE SHOP FOR DETAILS 859-655-9444
Studio 821 “Holiday Photo Experience” – 821 York Street
Provided by Ron & Monica Pies
You, your family, friends, and fury ones are cordially invited to our annual Holiday Photo Experience at Studio 821 beginning October 22nd through Dec25th.
The process is simple…
1) Choose your own photographer (or we can refer)
2) Have them book your fav holiday studio at 821.studio website
3) Coordinate your wardrobe
4) Show up with bells and whistles
Our garage will be decked out this year in holiday decor if you are looking for a creative space for a corporate or private event. Check us out at garageonyork.com
It’s our favorite time of year. We hope you can make it down to our neck of the woods this coming season. Cheers!
Sweet Tooth Candies – “Caramel Apples, Ice Ball Season Now Available At Your Home Too & Dietary Specials” - 125 West 11th Street – 859-581-6763
Provided by Larry Geiger and Larry Bristo
Caramel Apples are BACK! That's right, fall is officially here...at least by Sweet Tooth standards. Hurry in and get our fresh and first apples of the season!
Ice Balls at Home: Looking for new ways to have some fun during these last days of summer? Making your own Ice Balls at home can be a special treat and it's easy with our new bottles of Ice Ball Syrup! We've got most of your favorite flavors ready to go!
Does Sweet Tooth have sugar-free treats? Of course, we do! From Gelato and homemade dairy-free ice cream to new sugar-free candy options and sugar-free Ice Balls. We have worked hard to make sure every customer has something to cherish! You can still get your fix without the sugar at The Tooth! Sweet Tooth...since 1972!
Tesori: Vintage Home, Fine Art, & Antiques – “Happy September!” – 925 Monmouth Street
Provided by Stefano & David
Fun and Funky Fall Décor are taking over our windows and showroom! We just put-out dozens of new treasures!
The Think Shop & Red Hot Promotions Presents: “Think Square 5” Art Display – Items Available For Purchase - 811 Monmouth Street
Submitted by Maria Conroy
Think Square 5 Artwork on display available for purchase. Think Square 5 is showcasing 50+ artists of various media. The 5"x5" framed art pieces are available for purchase online at thinksquareart.com. No cash or checks will be accepted. The Think Shop office is open Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm until Friday, November 18.
For more information, please visit The Think Shop Facebook page.
The Yoga Bar – “Hocking Hills Yoga Retreat & More!” – East 7th & Park Avenue
Submitted by Rachel Roberts
Dreaming of Fall weather? Head on over to our website to secure your spot for our Hocking Hills yoga retreat September 30th – October 2nd. Led by owner, Rachel Roberts. Enjoy crisp morning hikes, juicy yoga flows, and meaningful conversations.
For additional information and to sign-up for classes visit: TheYogaBars.com
Wiefit “Reformulated Carb Cycle Bars” Buy 2 Boxes, Get 1 Free! – 846 Monmouth Street
Submitted by Shannon
Try our new REFORMULATED Carb Cycle Bars! They are a perfect snack for between meals and before bed. They really taste so good, it almost feels like you're cheating on your diet!
Reformulated Carb Cycle Bars Sale! Buy 2 boxes, Get 1 Free! Don't wait, this is a One-Time Offer! Sale Ends Friday, September 23rd.
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Dining in Newport:
Hofbräuhaus Newport Brewery & Restaurant “Oktoberfest Bier, Grab Your Favorite Biers To Go All Weekend Long” & More! – 200 East 3rd Street
Submitted by Karen Maslin
The most anticipated bier is here! OKTOBERFEST! Mark your calendars and enjoy a full month of celebrations and our most anticipated bier. Great biers...brewed here...enjoyed every day...at Our Haus...or yours!
Happy Hour Drinks: Monday-Friday 3:00-6:00pm & All Day Thursdays
SUNDAY: How About Bottomless Mimosas For Just $16 from 11AM-4PM!
Mokka And The Sunset Bar & Grill – 500 Monmouth Street
Submitted by Karrie Tobler & Chris Marlow
We are gearing up to have Draft beer very soon!! As always, we appreciate your support and loyalty to Mokka!!
Pompilios “Catering Service, Live Music & More!” – 600 Washington Avenue
Submitted by Joe Bristo, Larry Geiger & Mike Mazzei
Live Music Friday, September 23rd – 7:30-10:00pm: Smokin' Zeus will be playing Lorenzo Pompilio’s Pomp's celebrating the end of summer. Look forward to seeing everyone.
Catering Service: Have Pompilio’s cater your next event! Pompilio’s restaurant is also a full-service catering company specializing in traditional Italian buffets, small and large pans, boxed lunches, appetizer platters, and more.
Pompilio’s has convenient pick-up times, and we deliver to almost anywhere in the Tri-state area. We have catered wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, work gatherings, work luncheons, school functions, government functions, sporting events, and small and large family gatherings.
Our buffet options can be viewed under the Buffet menu section. If you are looking for something smaller for gatherings of 50 or fewer people, call and ask about our a la carte catering options.
Please let us help you plan and cater your next event. Call Ken at 859-905-7365 or visit our website for additional information.
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Let Us Entertain You!!!
BB Riverboat Cruises – Order Your Tickets Now For Weekend & Weekday Cruises! – 101 Riverboat Row
Submitted by Nancy Willhoite
signature CRUISES – Weekends & WeekDays: Experience Cincinnati and the Ohio River like never before and unwind on a day or evening cruise aboard one of the magnificent BB Riverboats. We aren’t your typical cruise company. Choose from a wide variety of our signature cruises, all of which include a fully stocked bar and delicious food from our buffet. Plan a date night with your loved one on our Stonebrook Winery Sunset Cruise, relax the day away with friends on our Captains’ Lunch Cruise, or bring the kids and have some family fun and bonding on our Sunday Family Dinner Cruise. Our Signature, or Specialty Cruises are offered daily throughout the season.
PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR DATES/TIMES FOR THE FOLLOWING CRUISES: BBRIVERBOATS.COM
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Entertainment, Libations & More:
American Legacy “Newport Gangster” Walking Tours – Saturdays Starting at 10:30am – Tour Begins At Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar - 18 East 5th Street
Join our Gangster Guides as they explain the historical significance of Newport and discover how this little town gave birth to the modern-day-gaming industry.
Go on-line to order your tickets.
Newberry Bros. Coffee & Prohibition Bar “Date Nights” – 530 Washington Avenue
Submitted by Kim Newberry
Summer Days Drifting Away To, Oh, Oh, The Summer Nights…Plan your Summer Date Nights at the Prohibition Bourbon Bar at Newberry Bros. Coffee. We are open on Friday & Saturday nights from 6-11PM. Last call is @10:30PM. Text or Call Kim at (513) 300-1347 to reserve your table.
Pensive Distilling – “Lunch, Dinner and Brunch Plus Bourbon Tours & Tastings” – 720 Monmouth Street
Provided by Scott Quigley
Restaurant: We serve lunch and dinner 12pm-10pm on Friday and Saturday, as well as Brunch on Sunday’s from 10am-3pm.
Distillery Tours running from 12pm-3pm on Fridays, 12pm-6pm on Saturdays, and 12pm-3pmon Sundays with each session lasting an hour long.
You will get sample tastings of our single barrel Bourbon and a tour of our building, along with stories of Newport bootlegging behind the bookshelf.
The Boardroom – Sports Games On TV, Drink Specials, Karaoke & More! – 844 York Street – 859-491-GAME – Spirits – Music - Sports
Now serving food: pizza, meatballs, cheese sticks, chicken tenders & fries
Weekday Specials:
Mondays - $5 Margarita Monday
Tuesdays - Tequila Tuesdays ($2 Well, $4.25 Jose Cuervo, $6 Patron, $4.25 Vespertino,
$8 Casamigos)
Wednesdays - Pitcher Wednesday - $8 Domestic Pitchers
Thursdays - Thirsty Thursday - $10 Domestic Buckets
Follow us on Facebook for upcoming events and specials.
The following businesses provide Live Entertainment, Libations and More! Please visit their websites/Facebook pages for current and upcoming events.
- Blaze Cigar & Bourbon Bar – 515 Monmouth Street
- Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar Saturday’s only - 8:00pm-1:00am – 18 East 5th Street – 859-491-8000
- JerZees Pub, Grub & Patio – 708 Monmouth Street – 859-491-3500
- New Riff Distilling and The Aquifer Bar – 24 Distillery Way
- Newberry Bros. Coffee & Prohibition Bar – 530 Washington Avenue
- Pompilios Restaurant – Live Music – 600 Washington Avenue
- Sis’s On Monmouth – Live Music – 837 Monmouth Street – 859-431-3157 – Eat-In or Carryout Service
- Southgate House Revival – Live Concerts – Age 18+ Events – 111 East 6th Street
- The Baker’s Table Bakery – Live Music On Wednesdays – 1001 Monmouth Street
- The Boardroom – Live Music – 844 York Street – 859-491-4263
- Thompson House – Live Concerts - 24 East Third Street - 859-261-7469
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Newport Aquarium:
Tickets must be purchased in advance of your visit. We recommend purchasing your tickets as far in advance as possible to ensure you get to visit on your preferred date and entry time.
Visit our website for more exciting adventures awaiting you at the Newport Aquarium at 1 Aquarium Way!
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Newport on the Levee:
Newport on the Levee Offers A Variety of FREE Activities For Kids and Adults
Provided by Sally Fisk
Tuesdays: Kids Crew – 11AM-12:30PM – Through October
Bring your kids crew for playtime at the Levee. Weekly activities may include face painters, storytellers, magicians, arts and crafts and more!
Wednesdays: Yoga on the Levee – 6-7PM – Through October
Make your way to our weekly yoga class for yogis of all skill levels in partnership with Sage Yoga Hot + Pilates
Fridays: Live on the Levee – 7-9PM
Groove to the sounds of your favorite local bands as they perform on the plaza.
Concerts 7:00-9:00pm – The Plaza Area:
September 23rd Road Trip
September 30th Trailer Park Floosies
October 7th 4th Day Echo
October 14th Naked Karate Girls
October 21st Gamut
October 28th Trailer Park Floosies
First Tuesday of the month: Trivia Night on the Levee – 6-8PM
Go head-to-head against other trivia enthusiasts to show what you know & win some prizes! October 4th: Do you religiously watch Hocus Pocus as soon as the clock strikes midnight every October 1st? Impress your fellow ghouls and witches with your knowledge of spooky facts at Halloween Trivia Night!
First Thursday of the month: Barks and Brews 6-8PM
Grab your furry best friends and make your way to the Levee the first Thursday of every month for the doggone happiest hour of all.
Last Thursday of the month: Movie Night on the Levee 6-8PM
Kick back, relax and grab your favorite snacks to enjoy at our monthly-elevated movie screening experience. September 29th | Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone : Fly away to the magical land of Hogwarts! Enjoy complimentary face painting and an enchanted visit from a live wizard.
Visit Newport on the Levee website for future event dates.
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LiveWell-NKY Survey:
LiveWell-Newport Participates In Health & Wellness Survey – Your Chance To Win $100 And Provide Valuable Information For Your Community Health Needs
Want a chance to win $100? LiveWell NKY wants to hear from you!!!
This survey is made possible through a partnership between the LiveWell NKY Community coalitions and other partners. Your answers are completely confidential, and your participation is voluntary. The survey will help the LiveWell NKY coalition in your community to better understand the health status and needs of your city.
Please visit the LiveWell Newport Facebook page to complete the 2022 Health & Wellness survey. This survey is for multiple NKY cities.
The role of LiveWell-Newport is to ignite an uprising within the community to build a movement toward a culture of health.
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Planning Ahead:
Mentoring Plus Annual Golf Outing 2022 – Friday, September 30th - A.J. Jolly Golf Course – 11541 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria
Submitted by Chris Saunders
When: Shotgun start at 9:00am
What: Four Person 18 Hole (with carts) Golf Scramble
Registration: $150 per person* - includes Continental Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner by Texas Roadhouse, Drinks, Raffle Ticket, Split-the-Pot & Giveaways.
Visit Mentoring Plus website to register.
American Legacy “Newport Is Haunted” Tours – Begins at Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar – 18 East 5th Street
Enjoy a spooky good time exploring the streets of Newport. Our guides will enthrall you with tales of murder, suicide and event decapitation. You will learn the horrifying of bobby Mackey’s wicked haunting and discover the details of some of Newport’s most infamous unsolved crimes.
Upcoming Tours:
Friday, September 30th – 7:00pm
Saturday, October 1st – 7:00pm
Saturday, October 1st – 9:00pm
Friday, October 7th – 7:00pm
Saturday, October 8th – 7:00pm
& More!
Ovation “Touch A Truck” Saturday, October 8th – 9:00am-Noon – Near The 4th Street Round-About
Provided by Suzanne Deatherage
“Touch A Truck” is a fun, family friendly event to learn more about the Ovation development and the opportunity to “touch a variety of trucks”, enjoy DJ music and more at the construction site. Details will follow.
Southgate House Revival – Upcoming Live Concerts – Age 18+ Events – 111 East 6th Street
Submitted by Morrella Raleigh
Upcoming Concerts:
Saturday, October 29th: The Newbees Flower Power Costume Ball benefiting the Shriner's Hospitals for Children. Tickets are $25.
Tickets available at the Southgate House Revival website, along with other planned events.
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Residential Developments Around The City:
Martin’s Gate Residential Development Under Construction In The Clifton Neighborhood
A new urban enclave set on a hill overlooking Newport, Martin’s Gate offers grand city views. New luxury detached homes, and paired townhomes on the site are filled with all the most desirable amenities, like rooftop decks, open floor plans and residential elevators, in a location that’s minutes from everything. Developed by the Thomas J. Ackermann Company and Meierjohan Building Group, this one-of-a-kind community is the site of CiTiSCAPES® 2023. Visit Martin’s Gate by appointment – 29 West 14th Street – 513-662-3111
Ovation Elevated Living On The River
Riverfront homes in the first phases of the Ovation Community are currently pre-selling. Enjoy unobstructed views of the Ohio River and Downtown Cincinnati. Residents of Ovation will enjoy a completely walkable community with retail, dining, and entertainment. Amenities will include a state-of-the-art membership club featuring a full-service spa, group exercise classes, his and her locker rooms, and dedicated floors for both cardio and free weights, all nestled around a heated roof deck pool. The club will also include event space for meetings, a member’s lounge, and an indoor/outdoor bar for entertaining. Hurry, limited floor plans remain! For additional information, or to schedule an appointment, call 513-643-1585.
Skypoint Luxury Condominiums – Only 10 Units Remaining in Phase 2 – 120 Main Street – 513-752-5000
Provided by John Trautman, Pointmaster
We now have 10 Units remaining in the project in Phase 2. All Units in Phase 2 are completed and ready for occupancy. We are open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 12:00-4:00, Friday 3:00-5:00 and Saturday and Sunday 12:00-4:00. Stop by for a visit, call for an appointment 513-752-5000 or visit us at Skypoint-condos.com. Pictures available on Facebook “Skypoint Luxury Condos” and Like us on Facebook!!
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Transportation Options Around the City:
GEST Carts – FREE Golf Cart Shuttle Service – Newport, Bellevue, Covington & Cincinnati:
Provided by Patrick Dye
Gest Carts have the convenience of an Uber or Lyft, but with an added perk: They’re FREE! The golf carts travel to Dayton, Bellevue, and Newport, up to 14th Street in Covington, and even go across the river to Cincinnati. Though tips are not required to ride, they are appreciated.
To request a Gest Cart, you can use the Gest Passenger app or call them at 513-421-4378, and a driver will give you an arrival time.
Visits the Gest Cart facebook page for times and additional information.
Tank’s Southbank Shuttle In The River Cities With $1 Fare!!!
“TANK’s Southbank Shuttle trolleys are in the river cities of Newport, Bellevue, Covington, and Cincinnati. It is a great way to visit these riverfront cities. If you are looking for something to do – get on the Shuttle and ride the route for $1 per person and see the “sights” of the cities.
The Southbank Shuttle service runs every fifteen minutes on weekdays from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. and on the weekends from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Visit TANK’s website for a shuttle map and additional information.
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Newport Fire/EMS Professional Firefighters Local 45 IAFF:
- ONLY 1,000 tickets are being sold
- Cost is $20 a ticket with NO limit on how many tickets can be purchased per person
Once the fundraiser has reached the end of ticket sales OR it reaches the date of October 8th, and all numbers for each ticket have been finalized, the winners will be drawn by the Newport Professional Firefighters Local 45 on our Facebook live page.
We will announce the official drawing winners at our Annual Bowling Tournament Fundraiser on October 8, 2022.
For additional information and info on how to purchase tickets visit Newport Professional Firefighters Local 45 IAFF Facebook page.
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City Information:
News From Newport’s Animal Control Officer “Stray Cat” Reminder
Submitted by Terri Baker, Animal Control Officer
Stray cats are not accepted at the animal shelter. Stray/outdoor cats will be trapped, spay/neutered, vaccinated and ear tipped, then released back to their outdoor
neighborhood. This is a humane way to deal with community cats. It gets rid of the nuisance behavior like fighting, breeding and spraying.
If you have a cat that needs spay/neutered, vaccinated and ear tipped please call me to get it scheduled. 859-655-6346
Job Opportunities: The City of Newport Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
For detailed information about all Job Opening and an application, please visit the city’s website: newportky.gov or call 859-655-6349.
Applications can be submitted to The City of Newport Attn: HR at 998 Monmouth Street, 2nd Floor, Newport, KY 41071 or emailed to emoore@newportky.gov
Newport Hispanic Community Liaison – Veronica Zapata
The city is pleased to introduce you to Veronica Zapata, Newport Hispanic Community Liaison and Newport Police Department – Front Office Assistant. Ms. Zapata was born and raised in Ecuador. Growing up in Ecuador and then moving to the United States has afforded her the opportunity to be fluently bi-lingual in Spanish and English.
In her role as the city’s Hispanic Community Liaison, she offers assistance to residents who need translations and with applications for employment, housing, medical forms, etc.
To contact Ms. Zapata, you can Facebook Messenger her through the Newport Police Department Facebook page. Her goal is to address questions, and/or point inquiries in the right direction to get questions answered. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
Newport Board of Commissioners Information:
The Newport Board of Commissioners, consisting of an elected Mayor and four elected Commissioners, meets on Mondays at 7:00pm (dates listed below) at the city building in the Multi-Purpose room on the first floor. Handicap accessible.
The meetings are open to the public to attend or available for viewing on the city’s Facebook page for You Tube viewing.
2022 Commissioner Meetings: October 3 (Caucus), October 24, November 21, and December 12
Reminder: To keep up with news and updates from the City of Newport. Sign up for our email list to keep informed about everything from meetings to job openings via the city’s Facebook page: newportky Facebook.
City Website: newportky.gov
City Facebook: City of Newport KY
City Building is open Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm – 998 Monmouth Street
Newport History Museum @ The Southgate Street School Facebook: Newport History Museum at the Southgate Street School (The Museum is currently closed to the public.)
Thanks for making Newport a Great Place to live, work, shop, dine and play! #teamnewportky
Bev Holiday, Business Liaison Officer
998 Monmouth Street
Newport, KY 41071
859.512.0360 cell
Newport Announcements/News/Events:
Newport Arts & Music Fest Saturday, October 1st - “Call To Artists”
“Call to Artists” for Artists/Artisans to participate in the Newport Arts & Music Fest on Saturday, October 1st from 11:00am-4:00PM at the Newport History Museum @ The Southgate Street School – 215 East Southgate Street.
Artists/Artisans will have a reserved 10’x10’ booth space (you provide canopy/tent, table, chair, etc.) in the Hofbrahaus parking lot adjacent to the History Museum. The fee to participate is $30, which includes the city’s Temporary Occupational License.
If you are interested in participating, please e-mail bholiday@newportky.gov by Monday, September 26th to receive an application.
Newport Arts & Music Fest (NAMF) - Saturday, October 1st / Rain Shine - 11:00am-4:00PM - Newport History Museum @ The Southgate Street School - 215 East Southgate Street – Free To Attend
Planned activities for the NAMF – 11:00am-4:00pm includes Oral Histories, Live Music, Artists and more!:
- 11:00am-4:00pm – Artists/Artisans set-up in the Hofbrauhaus rear parking lot with their hand-made designs to sell
- 11:30am-12:30pm – Oral Histories by former Southgate Street School students
- Noon-2:00pm – Bourbon House Pizza selections to purchase
- 12:30-2:30 – Author book signings: Sheila Williams, Ron Ellis & Roberta Schultz
- 1:00-2:00pm – NKY Brotherhood Singers – a jubilee-style, Acapella, sacred gospel quintet
- 2:30-3:30pm – Jazz Vocalist, Kathy Wade
Visit Newportky Facebook for additional information.
Taste of Newport-OKTOBERFEAST – The Month of October
Restaurants in the Historic Business District On/Off Monmouth Street will be offering a variety of Food and Drink Specials to promote indoor, outdoor, and carry-out dining during the month of October. Special prices will begin at $9.95. Details will follow!!
“Fall Flea & Market On Monmouth” – Saturday, October 15th – 9:00am-2:00pm - In The Historic Business District
Flea Market vendors will be set-up on the sidewalk selling a variety of “must-have” items. The event is FREE to attend.
Watch for details for the “Call To Flea Market Vendors”!!! The vendor fee to participate is $20. This is a Rain/Shine event.
The Fall Flea & Market event is sponsored by businesses on Monmouth Street.
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Congratulations To:
Brighton Center One Of The “Best Places To Work”
Brighton Center was recognized by the Cincinnati Business Courier as one of the Best Places to Work in the region. Creating opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency is Brighton Center’s mission, but that wouldn’t be possible without its dedicated employees. Brighton Center believes that all employees are leaders and depends greatly on everyone's strengths and skills to inspire others, model the way, and be innovative.
Newport Independent School Teacher Nominated For “Middle School” Teacher Of The Year
Newport Middle School teacher Nathaniel Green is among four semifinalists in the middle school Teacher of the Year category announced by Governor Andy Beshear Tuesday as part of the 2023 Kentucky Teacher of the Year recognition award.
Provided by NKY Tribune
For the second year in a row, the Newport Independent School General Educational Development (GED) program – Campbell County Adult Education (CCAE) – has been ranked the number one program in the state by the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. CCAE has outstanding partners, including the Brighton Center’s Center for Employment Training (CET), also based in Newport, and Campbell County Jailer Jim Daley. The program was honored in Frankfort by Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman.
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What’s Happening This Week Around The City:
Bourbon House Pizza Open Now On Fridays For Lunch & Discounts – 100 Aqua Way
Submitted by Mary Branstetter
NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH ON FRIDAY! Come dine inside or on our beautiful outdoor patio!
Discounts offered: Each day we honor our armed forces, veterans, police officers and firefighters by offering your meal at a discounted price. Your I.D. must be present to qualify.
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday: 4:00-9:00pm / Friday & Saturday: 11:00am-10:00pm / Sunday: Noon-9:00pm / Monday: closed
Newport Oktoberfest – Friday, Saturday & Sunday, September 23rd-25th – Riverboat Row East Of The Taylor Southgate Bridge
Submitted by Marc Wertheim
Newport Oktoberfest is the only Munich style Oktoberfest in the region. Live music, food, beer, games and more all under one giant tent. Save the date for this fun filled weekend of drinking, eating, cavorting, and singing!
Live Music:
Hofbräuhaus Newport Brewery & Restaurant “Oktoberfest This Weekend At Our Haus! – 200 East 3rd Street
Submitted by Karen Maslin
The Footlighters At The Stained Glass Theatre Presents: Pippin – Now - October 9th – 802 York Street
Provided by Mary Stone
Pippin is the story of one young man's journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, this updated circus-inspired version of Pippin continues to captivate and appeal to the young at heart throughout the world. Heir to the Frankish throne, the young prince Pippin is in search of the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh, and the intrigues of political power (after disposing of his father, King Charlemagne the Great). In the end, though, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day.
Director: Amanda Emmons Shumate / Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz / Book by Roger O. Hirson / Music director: Alan Masters / Choreographer: Robert Fields
Producers: Adrianna Boris, Amanda Emmons Shumate, and Alan Masters
“PIPPIN is rated PG-13 and contains adult themes, violence, and some sexual situations. This production uses strobe lighting effects and fog throughout the production.”
Season Tickets available for 2022-2023 season! Visit the Footlighters website for additional information or call: Ticket Line: 859-652-3849 / Theater: 859-291-7464 (SING)
Falcon Theatre opens its’ 2022-2023 season with the Regional premiere of playwright Lauren Gunderson’s The Half-Life of Marie Curie, a compelling new play about renowned scientist Marie Curie and radical engineer Hertha Ayrton—and the friendship that strengthened their resolve to pursue their ambitions.
Performances are September 23, 24, 29, 30, October 1, 6, 7, and 8, 2022.
In 1911, Marie Curie won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for her discovery of the elements radium and polonium. By 1912, she was the object of ruthless gossip over an alleged affair with the married Frenchman Paul Langevin, all but erasing her achievements from public memory. Weakened and demoralized by the press lambasting her as a “foreign” Jewish temptress and a homewrecking traitor, Marie agrees to join her friend and colleague Hertha Ayrton, an electromechanical engineer and suffragette. The Half-Life of Marie Curie revels in the power of female friendship as it explores the relationship between these two brilliant women, both of whom are mothers, widows, and fearless champions of scientific inquiry.
Filled with snappy back-and-forth dialogue, this two-woman play is directed by Ted J. Weil, and features Tara Williams as Marie Curie and Tracy M. Schoster as Hertha Ayrton.
All performances are at 8:00 PM, Ticket prices are $28 for adults and $15 for students with valid ID. Patrons enjoy a $5 discount for Thursday performances. Visit falcontheater.net to reserve seats.
Newport Syndicate & Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar “Back to the 80’s” Murder Mystery– 18 East 5th Street
Submitted by Megan Pettit
Murder Mystery “Back to the 80’s”: Get your weekend started off right. Join us for our NEW themed Murder Mystery Dinner, "Back to the 80's!" We're bringing out the leg warmers and doing our hair big! Celebrate the 80's with this super fun throwback. Now through the end of September we're offering Buy-One-Get-One Free tickets! 2 Tickets are only $50 (plus tax & service)
Tickets include: The Show / Buffet Dinner / Dessert / Non-Alcoholic Beverages / Cash Bar available for alcohol / Saturday: September 24th at 6:00pm
Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar – Saturdays Only: Come join us in Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar for the after party! Pianos start after the Murder Mystery at 8:30pm and play until 1:00am.
Wine Over Water Presented by Brighton Center – Saturday, September 24th 5:00-9:00pm – Purple People Bridge
Provided by Wonda Winkler
Enjoy: Wine – Beer – Specialty Foods – Live Entertainment and receive a Wine Tasting Glass & More!
Visit Brighton Center website for additional information and to order tickets.
USS Nightmare Is Open– 101 Riverboat Row – East Side Of The Taylor Southgate Bridge
Submitted by Nancy Willhoite
Open Fridays and Saturdays, now through September 24 from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. These nights feature our lowest prices of the season!
Beginning Thursday, September 29, we are open Thursday through Sunday until October 30. Sunday & Thursday times are 7-11 p.m. and Friday & Saturday times remain 7 p.m.-1 a.m. We are also open Halloween Monday, October 31 from 7-11 p.m.
For regular show dates, General Admission tickets range from $23-$30, Fast Pass tickets are $36-$50, Front of the Line tickets are $50-$70. RIP Experiences for any show (for a more intense, immersive experience) range from $36 - $80 depending on day, date and ticket type.
Our adult only Captain's Extreme Tours are on Friday, November 4 and Saturday, November 5 from 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Prices range from $30 - $70.
Visit USS Nightmare website or Facebook page for additional information and to order tickets.
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Campbell County’s Farmers Markets:
Newport Farmers Market Saturdays – 9:00am-Noon – 709 Monmouth Street - City Parking Lot Next To Pepper Pod Restaurant
Submitted by Mary Ann Neltner, The Other Neltner Farm
Support the Campbell County Farmers Market participants! The participating farmers appreciate their faithful shoppers who are always BUYERS!!!
Campbell County Farmers bring their produce straight from their fields and valleys directly to Newport. Their livelihoods are supported by providing fresh produce for your spring and summer recipes. They have been providing simple, safe, good food long before it was a trend.
Fall seasonal produce, baked goods, eggs, and MORE while supplies last!
Your continued support is greatly appreciated!
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Events & Specials Around The City:
Ace Hardware – “Fall Savings & Halloween Items” - 82D Carothers Road – Newport Plaza
Submitted by Brad Baker
Ace Hardware is the place to go for “Fall Savings” on Magnolia paints and Fall Lawn Care products. Plus, Halloween items too!
Ace Handyman Services: Our craftsmen are reliable and trust-worthy. Book your craftsman today 859-474-7940.
Carabello Coffee “Fall Seasonal Autumn Equinox, Free Shipping Special, Great British Bake-Off & More” - 107 East 9th Street
Submitted by Emily & Justin Carabello
We also love all the yummy flavors of the season! Our Fall Seasonal Autumn Equinox is, hands-down, one of our most popular coffees of the year. In the cup expect a full-bodied coffee with light floral notes, mild fruit, red apple, cinnamon and clove. Grab yourself a fresh bag and enjoy!
Swing into September with FREE SHIPPING on orders over $50! We have been operating with a flat shipping rate for quite some time now, but we believe now is time to switch things up. Orders under $50 will now select from standard shipping rates and orders over $50 will ship free. Check out our freshly roasted coffees on our website or Facebook page and start strategizing how you can leverage this to your advantage!
Please visit our website and Facebook page for event tickets, additional information and up-coming events.
Ivy Gate Boutique – “Fall Finds Including Baby Halloween Outfits” - 625 Monmouth Street
Provided by Elaine Brown
Love fall? We've got it all! From fun fall accessories to home decor. Many new fall inspirations, including cute and stylish football clothing, to get you in the mood for cool crisp days! Is there a better time of the year? New to our shop are adorable baby Halloween outfits, bibs and booties! If you have a newborn or soon to be you must check out these super cute items.
Hours: Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Thursday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Friday:
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Sunday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM /
Closed Mondays & Tuesdays
Knit On! “Scrapbuster Satchel Kit” – On-Line Only -735 Monmouth Street
Submitted by Nanci Gabbard
Get your Scrapbuster Satchel Kits now! Three colorways available: bright, neutral and dark. Each kit contains seven 50g balls of Uneek and Monokrom. More details on our website. Available only online. Will ship directly to you.
Hours: Monday: 2:00PM - 6:00PM / Tuesday: CLOSED / Wednesday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM / Thursday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM /Friday: 11:00AM - 6:00PM / Saturday: 11:00AM - 3:00PM / Sunday: CLOSED
Reminder: All in-stock yarns are available for on-line ordering.
Newport Branch – Campbell County Library – “Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month, DIY Classes & More For All Ages” – 901 East 6th Street
Submitted by Mackenzie Manley
Library services: Free Meeting & Study Rooms / Free Shredding / Outreach Service – Home Delivery, DIY Classes & More!
How Does it Work?: Families who live in Campbell County can sign up their children, from newborn to age 5, online or at any of our branches. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library will send each enrolled child a new book every month. You will begin to receive books eight to ten weeks after you register.
The books are absolutely free to you and yours to keep. There is no cost or obligation to your family.
September Programs – Some Programs Require RSVP: Book Clubs, Activities for Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults & MORE!!!
For a complete listing of additional Library events and to RSVP for events, please visit the library website: cc-pl.org
NKY Open Box Outlet – “35% Off Weekend Sale Selected Items - Overstock, Liquidation & Ashley Furniture” - 1813 Monmouth Street – Newport Shopping Center
WE HAVE ANOTHER BIG SALE FOR YOU THIS WEEKEND!! Now through Sunday, September 18th. YOU can SAVE 35% off almost the entire store! Stop in this weekend for great deal and save big on selected items!
"We make comfortable living affordable!" Open Box Outlet strives to provide a store to shop for overstock, liquidation and Ashley furniture in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with unbeatable prices and customer service!
Closed on Mondays. Visit our Facebook page for on-going sales promotions.
Peluso Market – Fall Has Arrived With Bales of Straw, Corn Stalks & More! – 623 Monmouth Street – 859-291-6069
Submitted by Jerry Peluso
Corn stalk bundles 10 stalks per bundle $5.99, Pumpkins: large, pie pumpkins, orange and white. We also have bales of hay and mums will be arriving soon!!!!
Locally grown vegetables right here in “NEWPORT”! No chemicals and no pesticides.
Cherry tomatoes, jalapeño and habanero peppers, sweet Italian peppers, mountain fresh tomatoes, and bell peppers, plus a limited supply of green tomatoes!
The Peluso Market “Where everything is down aisle one!” Open Monday-Saturday Noon-6:00pm. Watch my Facebook page for daily arrival updates!
Seventh Street Gifts – Now Open 7-Days A Week Featuring: Essential Oils, Handmade Soaps, Teas & More – 114 East 7th Street – 859-655-9444
Provided by Carisa Bunten
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR FAVORITE RECIPE(S)!??: WE ARE FINALLY COMPILING A RECIPE BOOK OF ALL THE NOTIONS & POTIONS CREATED DURING LIBRARY WORKSHOPS & IN-HOUSE. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE RECIPE FOR:
We would love to include your submissions!!! Visit our website/Facebook page to submit your recipes or better yet just come by and drop them off!
END OF MONTH TAROT & ASTROLOGY WORKSHOPS - CALL THE SHOP FOR DETAILS 859-655-9444
Studio 821 “Holiday Photo Experience” – 821 York Street
Provided by Ron & Monica Pies
You, your family, friends, and fury ones are cordially invited to our annual Holiday Photo Experience at Studio 821 beginning October 22nd through Dec25th.
The process is simple…
1) Choose your own photographer (or we can refer)
2) Have them book your fav holiday studio at 821.studio website
3) Coordinate your wardrobe
4) Show up with bells and whistles
Our garage will be decked out this year in holiday decor if you are looking for a creative space for a corporate or private event. Check us out at garageonyork.com
It’s our favorite time of year. We hope you can make it down to our neck of the woods this coming season. Cheers!
Sweet Tooth Candies – “Caramel Apples, Ice Ball Season Now Available At Your Home Too & Dietary Specials” - 125 West 11th Street – 859-581-6763
Provided by Larry Geiger and Larry Bristo
Caramel Apples are BACK! That's right, fall is officially here...at least by Sweet Tooth standards. Hurry in and get our fresh and first apples of the season!
Ice Balls at Home: Looking for new ways to have some fun during these last days of summer? Making your own Ice Balls at home can be a special treat and it's easy with our new bottles of Ice Ball Syrup! We've got most of your favorite flavors ready to go!
Does Sweet Tooth have sugar-free treats? Of course, we do! From Gelato and homemade dairy-free ice cream to new sugar-free candy options and sugar-free Ice Balls. We have worked hard to make sure every customer has something to cherish! You can still get your fix without the sugar at The Tooth! Sweet Tooth...since 1972!
Tesori: Vintage Home, Fine Art, & Antiques – “Happy September!” – 925 Monmouth Street
Provided by Stefano & David
Fun and Funky Fall Décor are taking over our windows and showroom! We just put-out dozens of new treasures!
The Think Shop & Red Hot Promotions Presents: “Think Square 5” Art Display – Items Available For Purchase - 811 Monmouth Street
Submitted by Maria Conroy
Think Square 5 Artwork on display available for purchase. Think Square 5 is showcasing 50+ artists of various media. The 5"x5" framed art pieces are available for purchase online at thinksquareart.com. No cash or checks will be accepted. The Think Shop office is open Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm until Friday, November 18.
For more information, please visit The Think Shop Facebook page.
The Yoga Bar – “Hocking Hills Yoga Retreat & More!” – East 7th & Park Avenue
Submitted by Rachel Roberts
Dreaming of Fall weather? Head on over to our website to secure your spot for our Hocking Hills yoga retreat September 30th – October 2nd. Led by owner, Rachel Roberts. Enjoy crisp morning hikes, juicy yoga flows, and meaningful conversations.
For additional information and to sign-up for classes visit: TheYogaBars.com
Wiefit “Reformulated Carb Cycle Bars” Buy 2 Boxes, Get 1 Free! – 846 Monmouth Street
Submitted by Shannon
Try our new REFORMULATED Carb Cycle Bars! They are a perfect snack for between meals and before bed. They really taste so good, it almost feels like you're cheating on your diet!
Reformulated Carb Cycle Bars Sale! Buy 2 boxes, Get 1 Free! Don't wait, this is a One-Time Offer! Sale Ends Friday, September 23rd.
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Dining in Newport:
Hofbräuhaus Newport Brewery & Restaurant “Oktoberfest Bier, Grab Your Favorite Biers To Go All Weekend Long” & More! – 200 East 3rd Street
Submitted by Karen Maslin
The most anticipated bier is here! OKTOBERFEST! Mark your calendars and enjoy a full month of celebrations and our most anticipated bier. Great biers...brewed here...enjoyed every day...at Our Haus...or yours!
Happy Hour Drinks: Monday-Friday 3:00-6:00pm & All Day Thursdays
SUNDAY: How About Bottomless Mimosas For Just $16 from 11AM-4PM!
Mokka And The Sunset Bar & Grill – 500 Monmouth Street
Submitted by Karrie Tobler & Chris Marlow
We are gearing up to have Draft beer very soon!! As always, we appreciate your support and loyalty to Mokka!!
Pompilios “Catering Service, Live Music & More!” – 600 Washington Avenue
Submitted by Joe Bristo, Larry Geiger & Mike Mazzei
Live Music Friday, September 23rd – 7:30-10:00pm: Smokin' Zeus will be playing Lorenzo Pompilio’s Pomp's celebrating the end of summer. Look forward to seeing everyone.
Catering Service: Have Pompilio’s cater your next event! Pompilio’s restaurant is also a full-service catering company specializing in traditional Italian buffets, small and large pans, boxed lunches, appetizer platters, and more.
Pompilio’s has convenient pick-up times, and we deliver to almost anywhere in the Tri-state area. We have catered wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, work gatherings, work luncheons, school functions, government functions, sporting events, and small and large family gatherings.
Our buffet options can be viewed under the Buffet menu section. If you are looking for something smaller for gatherings of 50 or fewer people, call and ask about our a la carte catering options.
Please let us help you plan and cater your next event. Call Ken at 859-905-7365 or visit our website for additional information.
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Let Us Entertain You!!!
BB Riverboat Cruises – Order Your Tickets Now For Weekend & Weekday Cruises! – 101 Riverboat Row
Submitted by Nancy Willhoite
signature CRUISES – Weekends & WeekDays: Experience Cincinnati and the Ohio River like never before and unwind on a day or evening cruise aboard one of the magnificent BB Riverboats. We aren’t your typical cruise company. Choose from a wide variety of our signature cruises, all of which include a fully stocked bar and delicious food from our buffet. Plan a date night with your loved one on our Stonebrook Winery Sunset Cruise, relax the day away with friends on our Captains’ Lunch Cruise, or bring the kids and have some family fun and bonding on our Sunday Family Dinner Cruise. Our Signature, or Specialty Cruises are offered daily throughout the season.
PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR DATES/TIMES FOR THE FOLLOWING CRUISES: BBRIVERBOATS.COM
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Entertainment, Libations & More:
American Legacy “Newport Gangster” Walking Tours – Saturdays Starting at 10:30am – Tour Begins At Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar - 18 East 5th Street
Join our Gangster Guides as they explain the historical significance of Newport and discover how this little town gave birth to the modern-day-gaming industry.
Go on-line to order your tickets.
Newberry Bros. Coffee & Prohibition Bar “Date Nights” – 530 Washington Avenue
Submitted by Kim Newberry
Summer Days Drifting Away To, Oh, Oh, The Summer Nights…Plan your Summer Date Nights at the Prohibition Bourbon Bar at Newberry Bros. Coffee. We are open on Friday & Saturday nights from 6-11PM. Last call is @10:30PM. Text or Call Kim at (513) 300-1347 to reserve your table.
Pensive Distilling – “Lunch, Dinner and Brunch Plus Bourbon Tours & Tastings” – 720 Monmouth Street
Provided by Scott Quigley
Restaurant: We serve lunch and dinner 12pm-10pm on Friday and Saturday, as well as Brunch on Sunday’s from 10am-3pm.
Distillery Tours running from 12pm-3pm on Fridays, 12pm-6pm on Saturdays, and 12pm-3pmon Sundays with each session lasting an hour long.
You will get sample tastings of our single barrel Bourbon and a tour of our building, along with stories of Newport bootlegging behind the bookshelf.
The Boardroom – Sports Games On TV, Drink Specials, Karaoke & More! – 844 York Street – 859-491-GAME – Spirits – Music - Sports
Now serving food: pizza, meatballs, cheese sticks, chicken tenders & fries
Weekday Specials:
Mondays - $5 Margarita Monday
Tuesdays - Tequila Tuesdays ($2 Well, $4.25 Jose Cuervo, $6 Patron, $4.25 Vespertino,
$8 Casamigos)
Wednesdays - Pitcher Wednesday - $8 Domestic Pitchers
Thursdays - Thirsty Thursday - $10 Domestic Buckets
Follow us on Facebook for upcoming events and specials.
The following businesses provide Live Entertainment, Libations and More! Please visit their websites/Facebook pages for current and upcoming events.
- Blaze Cigar & Bourbon Bar – 515 Monmouth Street
- Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar Saturday’s only - 8:00pm-1:00am – 18 East 5th Street – 859-491-8000
- JerZees Pub, Grub & Patio – 708 Monmouth Street – 859-491-3500
- New Riff Distilling and The Aquifer Bar – 24 Distillery Way
- Newberry Bros. Coffee & Prohibition Bar – 530 Washington Avenue
- Pompilios Restaurant – Live Music – 600 Washington Avenue
- Sis’s On Monmouth – Live Music – 837 Monmouth Street – 859-431-3157 – Eat-In or Carryout Service
- Southgate House Revival – Live Concerts – Age 18+ Events – 111 East 6th Street
- The Baker’s Table Bakery – Live Music On Wednesdays – 1001 Monmouth Street
- The Boardroom – Live Music – 844 York Street – 859-491-4263
- Thompson House – Live Concerts - 24 East Third Street - 859-261-7469
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Newport Aquarium:
Tickets must be purchased in advance of your visit. We recommend purchasing your tickets as far in advance as possible to ensure you get to visit on your preferred date and entry time.
Visit our website for more exciting adventures awaiting you at the Newport Aquarium at 1 Aquarium Way!
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Newport on the Levee:
Newport on the Levee Offers A Variety of FREE Activities For Kids and Adults
Provided by Sally Fisk
Tuesdays: Kids Crew – 11AM-12:30PM – Through October
Bring your kids crew for playtime at the Levee. Weekly activities may include face painters, storytellers, magicians, arts and crafts and more!
Wednesdays: Yoga on the Levee – 6-7PM – Through October
Make your way to our weekly yoga class for yogis of all skill levels in partnership with Sage Yoga Hot + Pilates
Fridays: Live on the Levee – 7-9PM
Groove to the sounds of your favorite local bands as they perform on the plaza.
Concerts 7:00-9:00pm – The Plaza Area:
September 23rd Road Trip
September 30th Trailer Park Floosies
October 7th 4th Day Echo
October 14th Naked Karate Girls
October 21st Gamut
October 28th Trailer Park Floosies
First Tuesday of the month: Trivia Night on the Levee – 6-8PM
Go head-to-head against other trivia enthusiasts to show what you know & win some prizes! October 4th: Do you religiously watch Hocus Pocus as soon as the clock strikes midnight every October 1st? Impress your fellow ghouls and witches with your knowledge of spooky facts at Halloween Trivia Night!
First Thursday of the month: Barks and Brews 6-8PM
Grab your furry best friends and make your way to the Levee the first Thursday of every month for the doggone happiest hour of all.
Last Thursday of the month: Movie Night on the Levee 6-8PM
Kick back, relax and grab your favorite snacks to enjoy at our monthly-elevated movie screening experience. September 29th | Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone : Fly away to the magical land of Hogwarts! Enjoy complimentary face painting and an enchanted visit from a live wizard.
Visit Newport on the Levee website for future event dates.
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LiveWell-NKY Survey:
LiveWell-Newport Participates In Health & Wellness Survey – Your Chance To Win $100 And Provide Valuable Information For Your Community Health Needs
Want a chance to win $100? LiveWell NKY wants to hear from you!!!
This survey is made possible through a partnership between the LiveWell NKY Community coalitions and other partners. Your answers are completely confidential, and your participation is voluntary. The survey will help the LiveWell NKY coalition in your community to better understand the health status and needs of your city.
Please visit the LiveWell Newport Facebook page to complete the 2022 Health & Wellness survey. This survey is for multiple NKY cities.
The role of LiveWell-Newport is to ignite an uprising within the community to build a movement toward a culture of health.
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Planning Ahead:
Mentoring Plus Annual Golf Outing 2022 – Friday, September 30th - A.J. Jolly Golf Course – 11541 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria
Submitted by Chris Saunders
When: Shotgun start at 9:00am
What: Four Person 18 Hole (with carts) Golf Scramble
Registration: $150 per person* - includes Continental Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner by Texas Roadhouse, Drinks, Raffle Ticket, Split-the-Pot & Giveaways.
Visit Mentoring Plus website to register.
American Legacy “Newport Is Haunted” Tours – Begins at Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar – 18 East 5th Street
Enjoy a spooky good time exploring the streets of Newport. Our guides will enthrall you with tales of murder, suicide and event decapitation. You will learn the horrifying of bobby Mackey’s wicked haunting and discover the details of some of Newport’s most infamous unsolved crimes.
Upcoming Tours:
Friday, September 30th – 7:00pm
Saturday, October 1st – 7:00pm
Saturday, October 1st – 9:00pm
Friday, October 7th – 7:00pm
Saturday, October 8th – 7:00pm
& More!
Ovation “Touch A Truck” Saturday, October 8th – 9:00am-Noon – Near The 4th Street Round-About
Provided by Suzanne Deatherage
“Touch A Truck” is a fun, family friendly event to learn more about the Ovation development and the opportunity to “touch a variety of trucks”, enjoy DJ music and more at the construction site. Details will follow.
Southgate House Revival – Upcoming Live Concerts – Age 18+ Events – 111 East 6th Street
Submitted by Morrella Raleigh
Upcoming Concerts:
Saturday, October 29th: The Newbees Flower Power Costume Ball benefiting the Shriner's Hospitals for Children. Tickets are $25.
Tickets available at the Southgate House Revival website, along with other planned events.
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Residential Developments Around The City:
Martin’s Gate Residential Development Under Construction In The Clifton Neighborhood
A new urban enclave set on a hill overlooking Newport, Martin’s Gate offers grand city views. New luxury detached homes, and paired townhomes on the site are filled with all the most desirable amenities, like rooftop decks, open floor plans and residential elevators, in a location that’s minutes from everything. Developed by the Thomas J. Ackermann Company and Meierjohan Building Group, this one-of-a-kind community is the site of CiTiSCAPES® 2023. Visit Martin’s Gate by appointment – 29 West 14th Street – 513-662-3111
Ovation Elevated Living On The River
Riverfront homes in the first phases of the Ovation Community are currently pre-selling. Enjoy unobstructed views of the Ohio River and Downtown Cincinnati. Residents of Ovation will enjoy a completely walkable community with retail, dining, and entertainment. Amenities will include a state-of-the-art membership club featuring a full-service spa, group exercise classes, his and her locker rooms, and dedicated floors for both cardio and free weights, all nestled around a heated roof deck pool. The club will also include event space for meetings, a member’s lounge, and an indoor/outdoor bar for entertaining. Hurry, limited floor plans remain! For additional information, or to schedule an appointment, call 513-643-1585.
Skypoint Luxury Condominiums – Only 10 Units Remaining in Phase 2 – 120 Main Street – 513-752-5000
Provided by John Trautman, Pointmaster
We now have 10 Units remaining in the project in Phase 2. All Units in Phase 2 are completed and ready for occupancy. We are open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 12:00-4:00, Friday 3:00-5:00 and Saturday and Sunday 12:00-4:00. Stop by for a visit, call for an appointment 513-752-5000 or visit us at Skypoint-condos.com. Pictures available on Facebook “Skypoint Luxury Condos” and Like us on Facebook!!
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Transportation Options Around the City:
GEST Carts – FREE Golf Cart Shuttle Service – Newport, Bellevue, Covington & Cincinnati:
Provided by Patrick Dye
Gest Carts have the convenience of an Uber or Lyft, but with an added perk: They’re FREE! The golf carts travel to Dayton, Bellevue, and Newport, up to 14th Street in Covington, and even go across the river to Cincinnati. Though tips are not required to ride, they are appreciated.
To request a Gest Cart, you can use the Gest Passenger app or call them at 513-421-4378, and a driver will give you an arrival time.
Visits the Gest Cart facebook page for times and additional information.
Tank’s Southbank Shuttle In The River Cities With $1 Fare!!!
“TANK’s Southbank Shuttle trolleys are in the river cities of Newport, Bellevue, Covington, and Cincinnati. It is a great way to visit these riverfront cities. If you are looking for something to do – get on the Shuttle and ride the route for $1 per person and see the “sights” of the cities.
The Southbank Shuttle service runs every fifteen minutes on weekdays from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. and on the weekends from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Visit TANK’s website for a shuttle map and additional information.
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Newport Fire/EMS Professional Firefighters Local 45 IAFF:
- ONLY 1,000 tickets are being sold
- Cost is $20 a ticket with NO limit on how many tickets can be purchased per person
Once the fundraiser has reached the end of ticket sales OR it reaches the date of October 8th, and all numbers for each ticket have been finalized, the winners will be drawn by the Newport Professional Firefighters Local 45 on our Facebook live page.
We will announce the official drawing winners at our Annual Bowling Tournament Fundraiser on October 8, 2022.
For additional information and info on how to purchase tickets visit Newport Professional Firefighters Local 45 IAFF Facebook page.
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City Information:
News From Newport’s Animal Control Officer “Stray Cat” Reminder
Submitted by Terri Baker, Animal Control Officer
Stray cats are not accepted at the animal shelter. Stray/outdoor cats will be trapped, spay/neutered, vaccinated and ear tipped, then released back to their outdoor
neighborhood. This is a humane way to deal with community cats. It gets rid of the nuisance behavior like fighting, breeding and spraying.
If you have a cat that needs spay/neutered, vaccinated and ear tipped please call me to get it scheduled. 859-655-6346
Job Opportunities: The City of Newport Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
POLICE DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATION DIVISION: School Crossing Guard
This is a temporary position during the school year with a minimum of 10 hours per week with a salary range of $20 per hour. If interested or know of anyone interested, please contact Human Resource Department at (859) 655-6349 You can download an application from our website at newportky.gov
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE JOB: This is a skilled and responsible position in the protection of life through the Federal Administration’s Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. An employee in this position is responsible for maintaining safety, for protecting life. Receives supervision and direction through the School Resources Officer.
Open until filled.
Community Services Department Public Works Division Laborer / Maintenance I
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE JOB: Work involves performing manual tasks in the maintenance, repair, and minor construction of city streets, alleys and other public thoroughfares, and city vehicles. Individuals in this job perform a variety of duties ranging from simple manual labor to tasks that involve the operation of motorized equipment as well as light and heavy power tools. Reports directly to the Division Manager or Crew Leader.
Open until filled
Special Event EMT / Paramedic:
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE JOB: This is a skilled position that performs Advanced Life Support at the Ovation Music Venue. An employee in this position is responsible for providing emergency medical care to the sick and/or injured, and for safe and efficient management of patients needing medical attention. Also, responsible for performing hazardous tasks related to EMS operations and for routine tasks in the maintenance of EMS facilities and equipment. Duties are performed under close supervision of the EMS Coordinator or their designee. Employees in the Special Event EMT / Paramedic role will also be supervised by Ovation Music Venue Management, except in cases of medical care or other related EMT / Paramedic functions. Supervision by Ovation Music Venue Management will be for generalized purposes only.
Open Until Filled
For detailed information about all Job Opening and an application, please visit the city’s website: newportky.gov or call 859-655-6349.
Applications can be submitted to The City of Newport Attn: HR at 998 Monmouth Street, 2nd Floor, Newport, KY 41071 or emailed to emoore@newportky.gov
Newport Hispanic Community Liaison – Veronica Zapata
The city is pleased to introduce you to Veronica Zapata, Newport Hispanic Community Liaison and Newport Police Department – Front Office Assistant. Ms. Zapata was born and raised in Ecuador. Growing up in Ecuador and then moving to the United States has afforded her the opportunity to be fluently bi-lingual in Spanish and English.
In her role as the city’s Hispanic Community Liaison, she offers assistance to residents who need translations and with applications for employment, housing, medical forms, etc.
To contact Ms. Zapata, you can Facebook Messenger her through the Newport Police Department Facebook page. Her goal is to address questions, and/or point inquiries in the right direction to get questions answered. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
Newport Board of Commissioners Information:
The Newport Board of Commissioners, consisting of an elected Mayor and four elected Commissioners, meets on Mondays at 7:00pm (dates listed below) at the city building in the Multi-Purpose room on the first floor. Handicap accessible.
The meetings are open to the public to attend or available for viewing on the city’s Facebook page for You Tube viewing.
2022 Commissioner Meetings: October 3 (Caucus), October 24, November 21, and December 12
Reminder: To keep up with news and updates from the City of Newport. Sign up for our email list to keep informed about everything from meetings to job openings via the city’s Facebook page: newportky Facebook.
City Website: newportky.gov
City Facebook: City of Newport KY
City Building is open Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm – 998 Monmouth Street
Newport History Museum @ The Southgate Street School Facebook: Newport History Museum at the Southgate Street School (The Museum is currently closed to the public.)
Thanks for making Newport a Great Place to live, work, shop, dine and play! #teamnewportky
Bev Holiday, Business Liaison Officer
998 Monmouth Street
Newport, KY 41071
859.512.0360 cell