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Each year of the Jazz Age Weekend we host a lawn party picnic. Last year was the first time we had a live band and it was a real hit! Our current location at Founders Hall, allows us a great dance floor on the porch right next to the lawn. Joining us for musical accompaniment this year is the Nouveau Jazz Band from Rhode Island. Dancing is open to all abilities and we will start the lawn party at noon with a free beginner swing lesson.

Bring your lunch and your favorite treats to share on the nice grassy lawn. There’s just the right amount of shade so you won’t get burnt. If you are just here for the day, feel free to walk around the Salve Regina campus and check out the different mansions. FYI, bathrooms are available inside Founders during the picnic. Head to our Location page for full directions and parking info.  For further info check our Facebook Event Page and make sure to hit the “going” or “Interested” so you get the updates in your feed.

At 12pm the lawn party picnic officially starts. Music by the Nouveau Jazz Band will follow at 12:30pm. This is a really great hot jazz band and there’s plenty of room for dancing on the porch. Beginners are welcome and there will be a free dance lesson also at noon. Starting at 2:30pm will be the GBVS Flyers contest for all to watch. The audience will vote for the winners of each category!  At 4pm, you are welcome to head into town with us to check out the Brighton Bazaar’s vintage show. A detailed list of activities can be found on the Newport Schedule Page.

Set up your blanket on the lawn and join us for dancing on the Founders Hall Veranda! The Founders Hall has a colossal wrap-around porch where the band will play. Admission also includes a beginner dance lesson at 12pm that will get you ready to “shake that thing”! The Lawn Party ends at 5pm, but is only part of our full weekend of activities. See more on the event Schedule Page.  A 1920’s to 40’s outfit is suggested but not required for this event.  Check back for updates to as we put together our final schedule.

GBVS Email:  gbvintagesociety@gmail.com