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Plenty to See and Do in Newport Vermont

Shopping

At the end of your day traveling the Northeast Kingdom, rest assured you will find just what you need in Downtown Newport.

Newport offers a quiet beauty, friendly faces and an abundance of opportunities for a unique and genuine small-town experience that residents are proud of and visitors are charmed by.

Newport. Genuine by nature.

Local, independent merchants offer a variety of goods and services from hardware, to children's games and toys, books, magazines, cards and WiFi to health food, groceries, kitchen supplies, to great gifts, flowers, jewelry, fine clothing and a variety of dining options.

Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner … tea-time or coffee-break… at cafés offering farm to table fresh food and locally made pastries or restaurants offering specialties that will satisfy and delight you!

What's more, you won't get lost in the shuffle because each store offers the Vermont style of personal service and attention, often from the owner of the shop or eatery.

As you walk along Newport's historic Main Street you'll spy majestic views of the international Lake Memphremagog between the buildings. To enjoy the full panorama, head down Seymour Street to the overlook or stroll the boardwalk at the water's edge. Since these views are only steps away from Newport's stores and restaurants, you won't have to make a choice between enjoying the beauty of the lake and shopping!

Newport sets the table, lays out the welcome mat and welcomes old friends and new acquaintances with the promise of an experience that is close to home, yet far from the ordinary.

Welcome! Bienvenue!

Wider Than The Sky

Newport City Renaissance Corporation Wider Than the Sky Toy Store

Blue sky in the ceiling, toys as far as the eye can see - it's a child's wonderland in the heart of downtown Newport, Vermont.  Wider Than the Sky offers a large selection of books, puzzles, games, art supplies and other toys for children of all ages from birth to young adult.  This store has enchantment from the doorstep to the back wall.  Adorable children's toys made not only by the brand names you recognize, but even doll beds hand-crafted by local Newport Vermont Artisans.  This toy store has a treasure trove of unexpected delights for young and old.  Don'

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Alexandra's Kitchenware and Gifts

Newport City Renaissance Corporation Alexandra's Kitchenware and Gifts

Does a cook's heart beat inside you?  Alexandra's Kitchenware and Gifts carries the most amazing kitchen gadgets and gifts for the cook in you or your family!  Browse through this quaint shop to find unique measuring cups, cutlery, and dinnerware certain to please.  Table linens provide the perfect adornment and make a masterpiece out of the meal.  The right tool for the job certainly applies when it comes to the unique gifts you'll find at Alexandra's Kitchenware and Gifts.


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Newport Natural Market & Cafe

Newport City Renaissance Corporation Newport Natural Market and Cafe

Newport Natural Market:  The oldest natural foods store in the Northeast Kingdom stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the delectable Newport Natural Cafe.  If organic, wholesome food is what you like, stroll through the aisles of Newport Natural Foods.   They have a really nice selection of everything from cheese to bulk spices to nuts and grains--a little bit of everything you'd expect to find in a good natural food store.   Hitting one of the many trails along the lake?  Stock up on treats for a hiking excursion to Owl's Head, including

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Woodknot Bookshop and Turner's Cafe

Newport Renaissance Corporation Woodknot Book Shop

Nothing beats a pastry, a divine cup of coffee or tea and your favorite book nestled in a nook to savor these simple pleasures.  Woodknot Bookshop and Turner's Cafe owners Megan and Kris bring the beauty and magic of Lake Memphremagog into their enchanting cafe and book store.  As part of the renovations, a creative kid’s corner was added, complete with a reading castle for the children to enjoy the various children’s books the bookshop has to offer.

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Farrant's Flower Shop

Newport City Renaissance Corporation Farrant's Flower Shop

Established by Tom Farrant in 1869, Farrant's Greenhouses, Inc., has the distinction of being the oldest business in the Newport area.  In 1927, Harold Jenks purchased the greenhouses, providing a seasonal fare from annual garden plants and vegetables to fresh-cut flowers and arrangements.

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Fabric Store

Newport City Renaissance Corporation Fabric and Yarn Store, Newport VT, Newport

Color, design and expression, regardless of the media, define art. At fabric, the artist in you will find cotton material, crochet/knitting yarns and accessories, Louet spinning wheels, wool roving and even Wilton cake decorating products to create your own masterpiece. You are cordially invited to immerse yourself in color, color, color and to touch everything!

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MAC Center for the Arts Gallery

Newport City Renaissance Corporation MAC Art Gallery

The MAC Center for the Arts  began with a small group of artists with our first space opening in 2007. Since then it has grown and become an integral part of Newport’s downtown as a vital destination for visual and performance art.

The Center's gallery offers the works of about 40 local artists for exhibit and sale. The works include fine art, photographs, pottery, fiber arts, jewelry, woodworking, folk art, cards, and more. 

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Newport Jewelers

Newport City Renaissance Corporation Newport Jewelers

Newport Jewelers has done business on Main Street in Newport, Vermont for over 35 years and carries the largest diamond collection for sale in the Northeast Kingdom.  Everyone in town goes to see Jo-Ann and Lincoln because of their great reputation for quality and integrity.

It’s by far a favorite place to shop for that very special gift for that very special someone in your life. The gift line is full of exceptional choices for every event.

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The Pick and Shovel | Tim & Doug's Ice Cream

The Pick & Shovel Newport VT

The Pick and Shovel is anchor destination in downtown Newport's marketplace. It is our General Store. A treasure trove of odds and ends for every home improvement project imaginable.

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The East Side Restaurant

Newport City Renaissance Corporation The East Side Restaurant

First words when you approach The East Side? "Oh wow..." Beautiful scenery overlooking Lake Memphremagog make this a primo wedding reception locale. Ideal for 'where should we eat tonight?", meeting friends, family celebration ... or that Special Occasion.

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The Front Desk

The Front Desk of Newport Vermont

More than just office supplies, The Front Desk offers family style, neighbor friendly service.  They offer new and used office furniture, faxing, mailing services for printing, folding and stuffing newsletters and direct mail pieces, custom business forms and a full copy center.  The Front Desk is also known for their great scrapbooking supplies and classes along with a  JC Penney Catalog store. 

Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm  Sat 9am-1pm

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Your Name Here Embroidery

Companies, clubs and individuals looking for quality embroidered hats, t-shirts and sweatshirts look to Your Name Here Embroidery on Main Street to answer the call.  Doug and Vivian Spates invite you to stop in or call to order your custom embroidered logos onto your items.  Not only will you find your custom logo work, but also, browse their collection of Vermont made products and clever gift items.  Linda and Patsy will be happy to help you put together a perfect gift for friends or loved ones back home or help you customize your company T-shirts, hats and sweatshirts with

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Little G's Deli & Pizza

Little G's Market

Great coffee stop, delicious choices for lunch, and Newport's only full-service VT state liquor outlet ... all managed by George Azur at the landmark Little G's at Railroad Square in downtown Newport.

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Vista Foods Grocery Store

Vista Foods is a locally owned, independent food store. This means that the dollars you spend on your groceries stay right here in Newport, Vermont and are not sent across the nation or across the Atlantic.

Custom Cut Meat

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Jocelyn & Cinta's Bake Shop

Jocelyn & Cinta's Bake Shop is a MUST STOP for those relishing their sweet tooth.  Blueberry muffins bursting with flavor - scones to die for.  Fluffy pastries and pies that melt in your mouth with homemade deliciousness packed into every mouthwatering bite.  Owners Jocelyn Bourassa and Cinta Aherns bring their own established product lines to the business.
“We do pretty much anything,” said Bourassa. “If you think it, we can make it.”

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