COMMUNITY EVENTS
MONDAY, MAY 12
Al-Anon meeting: The First Baptist Church will hold “Courage to Change,” an ongoing Al-Anon meeting, at 7 p.m. every Monday, at the church, 500 W. Main St. Carlton. For details, call Marilyn at 503-550-5497.
TUESDAY, MAY 13
Spring concert: Linfield Concert Choir and Wildcat Glee will present a concert celebrating spring and the end of the school year, featuring an eclectic mix of songs from around the world, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, in Ice Auditorium at the university. Admission is free. For details, contact the Linfield music office at 503-883-2275 or musicoffice@linfield.edu.
Practica Ingles: The McMinnville Public Library will hold a free event to practice speaking English through guided conversations with Linfield University staff and students from 6 to 7 p.m. at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call Elide Sanchez Rivera at 503-435-5568.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14
Book group: The McMinnville Public Library Book Group will be meeting to discuss "Eager: The Surprising, Secret Life of Beavers and Why They Matter" by Ben Goldfarb at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, in the Senior Center, 2250 N.E. McDaniel Lane, McMinnville. For details, call Diane McMillen at 503-435-5551.
THURSDAY, MAY 15
Shakespeare: Linfield’s theater program will hold “Shakespeare in the Courtyard” at 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, May 15 and 16, in the Arts Quad at the university. The performance will include scenes from “A Midsummer’s Night’s Dream,” and “Richard III,” featuring one of Shakespeare’s most unscrupulous villains as he woos Lady Anne. Admission is free and open to the public. For details, call the university at 503-883-2200.
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
FRIDAY, MAY 16
Arts showcase: Linfield University will host its first-ever Arts Crawl from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 16, in the Arts Quad. The event features a range of student creative work, including the Senior Capstone Exhibition in the Linfield Gallery, live scenes from Shakespeare by the Linfield Theatre Program, and, at 7 p.m., performances by voice students in Delkin Recital Hall (see more below). The winners of the Lacroute Prizes in Poetry and Prose will be announced at 5 p.m. on the steps of Nicholson Library, with readings and the release of the 2025 edition of "Camas: A Journal of Art & Literature." Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Admission is free. For details, visit www.linfield.edu/arts.
Showcase: Selections from classic operas and contemporary musicals will be performed by Linfield voice students at 7 p.m. Friday, May 16, in the Delkin Recital Hall at the university. Admission is free. For details, contact the Linfield music office at 503-883-2275 or musicoffice@linfield.edu.
UFO fest: The 2025 UFO Fest is set for Friday and Saturday, May 16 and 17, in McMinnville. Speakers will include Luis Elizondo, George Knapp, Jeremy Corbell, Rebecca Charbonneau, Stanley Milford Jr. and Brit Elders. There will be live music, a street fair, pet costume contest, a fun run and a parade. For more information and a schedule of events, visit ufofest.com.
SATURDAY, MAY 17
Read to a dog: The McMinnville Public Library will hold a read to a dog event for young readers to practice their skills by reading aloud to service dogs at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 17, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details or to register, call the Children’s Department at 503-435-5559.
Square dance: The Braids & Braves will hold an Alien Days Square Dance and Round Dance from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road. There will be refreshments to follow. Admission is $7. For details, contact Don Myatt at 503-474-7503.
Farmers market: The market is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. For more information, visit the Facebook Page for the McMinnville Grange.
SUNDAY, MAY 18
Band performance: Second Winds Community Band will present "Covers - Cover Music of Our Favorite Bands" at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at the McMinnville Community Center, 600 N.E. Evans St., McMinnville. Second Winds, and its sister group, 99 West Jazz, will present a program of musical selections including some from The Wild Cherries, Abba, Toto, "Sesame Street," "Game of Thrones," Marvin Gaye, Wilson Pickett, Diana Ross, Eduardo Lecuona and The Four Seasons. Admission is free and open to all ages. For details, contact Mark Williams at 503-679-9328 or mark-fbr@hotmail.com.
MONDAY, MAY 19
Performances: Instrumental Performance Ensemble will perform favorite movie music, tangos, rags, and waltzes, arranged by composition students at 7 p.m. Monday, May 19, at Delkin Recital Hall, at Linfield University. Admission is free. For details, contact the Linfield music office at 503-883-2275 or musicoffice@linfield.edu.
Al-Anon meeting: The First Baptist Church will hold “Courage to Change,” an ongoing Al-Anon meeting, at 7 p.m. every Monday, at the church, 500 W. Main St. Carlton. For details, call Marilyn at 503-550-5497.
TUESDAY, MAY 20
Student theater: Performing Arts of Dayton and Dayton Elementary present "Could You Hug A Cactus?" at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, in the gym at the Elementary School, 526 Ferry St. The show includes a message of supporting others and completing tasks that are had. Admission is free and open to the public.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21
Film scores: Students will showcase their film scores composed this semester within the Lacroute Composer Readings and Chamber Music Mentorship Program at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, at the Delkin Recital Hall, at Linfield University. Admission is free. For details, contact the Linfield music office at 503-883-2275 or musicoffice@linfield.edu.
Book club: Argyle Winery will host a Silent Book Club from 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, at the winery, 691 Highway 99, Dundee. There are no required books or discussions. There is a theme of Fiction and there will be books available for purchase during the event provided by Third Street Books. The event is free, open to the public and there will be complimentary hot chocolate. For details, contact the winery at 503-538-8520, tastinghouse@argylewinery.com or visit argyle winery.com/events/silent-book-club-fiction/.
THURSDAY, MAY 22
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
FRIDAY, MAY 23
Teen night: The McMinnville Public Library will hold a free Teen Night Out for middle and high school students from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, May 23, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. There will be gaming available on library computers, tablets and Nintendo Switch consoles. For details, call Kris Lutsock at 503-435-5572.
Student symposium: Linfield University will hold its 33rd Annual Student Symposium all day Thursday, May 23, across the McMinnville Campus. Students will present a diverse range of work, including performances, short films, artwork, research in the natural sciences, social and behavioral sciences, humanities and other fields. Attendees can fill out an event passport by participating in a variety of presentations to receive a special Linfield-themed gift. The symposium is sponsored by the Office of Academic Affairs and the Wendell L. Foote Science Endowment. For details, visit Linfield.edu/academics/academic-opportunities/symposium.
Dance showcase: Linfield student dancers will present original choreography and performances in collaboration with Linfield's Theatre Program at 7 p.m. Friday, May 23, and Saturday, May 24, in Marshall Theatre, in Ford Hall, at the University. Tickets are $10 for general admission and free for students and Linfield employees with ID. Tickets can be purchased online at Linfield.events/linfield-music-tickets.
SATURDAY, MAY 24
Health hub: The Willamette Valley Medical Center Family Birthing Center will host a Health Hub from 10 a.m. to noon every fourth Saturday of the month at main hospital parking lot, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. The event is free and aims to provide the community with resources and information such as a car seat clinic, childbirth classes, Birth Center tours, and other family support. For details, contact Jennifer Von Derahe at 503-435-6400 or birthingcenter@mywvmc.com.
Family storytime: Children under age five and their caregivers can attend a weekend storytime at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 24, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St., McMinnville. This storytime is designed for families who are busy during the week. For details, call Samantha Geary at 503-435-5552.
Farmers market: The market is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 24, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. For more information, visit the Facebook Page for the McMinnville Grange.
Boat races: The 77th annual Memorial Weekend Boat Races are set for Saturday and Sunday, May 24 and 25, at Rogers Landing, in Newberg. The races begin between 10 to 11 a.m. both days. Admission, parking and shuttles from the parking lot to the races are all free. For details, visit newbergboatclub.org.
MONDAY, MAY 26
Al-Anon meeting: The First Baptist Church will hold “Courage to Change,” an ongoing Al-Anon meeting, at 7 p.m. every Monday, at the church, 500 W. Main St. Carlton. For details, call Marilyn at 503-550-5497.
THURSDAY, MAY 29
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
Senior recital: Élana Gatien, music and creative writing double major, presents her senior composition recital, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, at Delkin Recital Hall, at Linfield University. The performance features music written as part of the Lacroute Composer Readings and Chamber Music Mentorship Program.
FRIDAY, MAY 30
English classes: The McMinnville Public Library will hold drop in Clases de Inglés/English Classes between noon and 2 p.m. Friday, May 30, at the library, 225 N.W. Adams St. The free English lessons will be led by Goodwill ESL Instructors. All levels are welcome. For details, call Elide Sanchez Rivera at 503-435-5568.
SATURDAY, MAY 31
Farmers market: The market is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 31, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. For more information, visit the Facebook Page for the McMinnville Grange.
THURSDAY, JUNE 5
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
SATURDAY, JUNE 7
Grad fundraiser: A Class of 2026 can and bottle collection event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month through May, at the McMinnville School District Facilities Building, 1150 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Participants can drop off donations to support Mac High Grad Night class of 2026. For details, email Tammy at mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com.
SUNDAY, JUNE 8
Garden Faire: McMinnville Garden Club’s 24th Annual Garden Tour and Faire is set for Sunday, June 8. The Garden Faire will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will be on Cowls Street between 3rd and 1st streets. There will be over 70 vendors including those featuring plants, garden art and sculptures. There is no cost to attend the faire. The Garden Tour will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and features five gardens. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the Faire ticket booth or at Incahoots or Kraemers. Proceeds support scholarships and community beautification. For more information, contact Shelly Hickox at 901-493-1617, shellyhickox1@gmail.com or visit mcminnvillegardenclub.org.
THURSDAY, JUNE 12
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
FRIDAY, JUNE 13
‘Coppelia’ ballet: Gallery Ballet & Tap will present “Coppelia,” a ballet classic, at 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 13 and 14, and 2 p.m. Saturday, at Gallery Theater, 210 N.E. Ford St., McMinnville. Tickets will be available at Incahoots and at the door. Admission is $20, $30 premium, $15 for students and seniors. For more information, visit www.galleryballet.com.
Brews and BBQ: Oregon Brews and BBQ happens 4 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, June 13, noon to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, and noon to 7 p.m. Sunday, June 15, at Yamhill County Fairgrounds. Admission to the all-ages event is $15, or $30 for a beer-enthusiast’s pass. Free admission for children under age 12. A portion of the proceeds will go to McMinnville American Legion Post 21 and Wounded Warrior Project. Activities include a beer garden and live music acts, vintage games and a cornhole tournament. Tickets available at the gate or orbrewsandbbq.com. See website for updated list of breweries pouring during the event.
SATURDAY, JUNE 14
SR-71 symposium: The Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum will hold a Father's Day Weekend SR-71 Symposium from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 14–15, at the East Pavilion (formerly the space museum), 510 N.E. Captain Michael King Smith Way, McMinnville. Attendees can explore the SR-71 Blackbird cockpit and hear from notable pilots, including Ed Yeilding, Al Joersz, and B.C. Thomas. The event features panel discussions and presentations on the aircraft's history and technology. Admission is $27 for adults, $24 for veterans and seniors, $20 for youth ages 5–15, and free for children under 5. For details, visit evergreenmuseum.org.
THURSDAY, JUNE 19
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
FRIDAY, JUNE 20
Quilt show: Willamette Valley Quilters will hold its second Biennial Quilt Show, “Quilts in Bloom” from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 20 and 21, at the Yamhill County Fairgrounds, 2070 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. There will be quilts displayed, raffle baskets a quilt raffle and selected vendors in the Merchant Mall. Admission is $10. For details, visit Willamettevalleyquilters.com.
SATURDAY, JUNE 21
Hay Day: The Yamhill Valley Historical Society will present Hay Day Play Day & Vintage Base Ball from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 21, at the Heritage Center, 11275 S.W. Durham Lane, McMinnville. There will be a pancake breakfast at 8:30 to kick off the day, haying demonstrations using antique hay harvesting methods from 10 a.m. to noon, lunch and live music from noon to 1 p.m. and an exhibition baseball game using late1800s rules and regulations from 1 to 3 p.m. Admission is $5, with discounted rates for members. For details, contact Moira Cleary at 503-472-2842 or MoiraCleary@yamhillcountyhistory.org.
THURSDAY, JUNE 26
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
SATURDAY, JUNE 28
Health Hub: The Willamette Valley Medical Center Family Birthing Center will host a Health Hub from 10 a.m. to noon every fourth Saturday of the month at main hospital parking lot, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. The event is free and aims to provide the community with resources and information such as a car seat clinic, childbirth classes, Birth Center tours, and other family support. For details, contact Jennifer Von Derahe at 503-435-6400 or birthingcenter@mywvmc.com.
THURSDAY, JULY 3
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
SATURDAY, JULY 5
Grad fundraiser: A Class of 2026 can and bottle collection event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month through May, at the McMinnville School District Facilities Building, 1150 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Participants can drop off donations to support Mac High Grad Night class of 2026. For details, email Tammy at mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com.
THURSDAY, JULY 10
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
SATURDAY, JULY 12
Car Show: The Yamhill Valley Historical Society will present Summer Nights Vintage Car Show & Movie from 5:30 to11p.m. Saturday, July 12, at the Heritage Center, 11275 S.W. Durham Lane, McMinnville. Restored vintage cars and hot rods will be on display and a drive in-style movie will be projected on the building. Admission is $5 a car, free for car show participants and discounted for members. For details, contact Moira Cleary at 503-472-2842 or MoiraCleary@yamhillcountyhistory.org.
THURSDAY, JULY 17
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
THURSDAY, JULY 24
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
SATURDAY, JULY 26
Health Hub: The Willamette Valley Medical Center Family Birthing Center will host a Health Hub from 10 a.m. to noon every fourth Saturday of the month at main hospital parking lot, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. The event is free and aims to provide the community with resources and information such as a car seat clinic, childbirth classes, Birth Center tours, and other family support. For details, contact Jennifer Von Derahe at 503-435-6400 or birthingcenter@mywvmc.com.
THURSDAY, JULY 31
Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.
SATURDAY, AUG. 2
Grad fundraiser: A Class of 2026 can and bottle collection event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month through May, at the McMinnville School District Facilities Building, 1150 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Participants can drop off donations to support Mac High Grad Night class of 2026. For details, email Tammy at mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com.
SATURDAY, AUG 23
Health Hub: The Willamette Valley Medical Center Family Birthing Center will host a Health Hub from 10 a.m. to noon every fourth Saturday of the month at main hospital parking lot, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. The event is free and aims to provide the community with resources and information such as a car seat clinic, childbirth classes, Birth Center tours, and other family support. For details, contact Jennifer Von Derahe at 503-435-6400 or birthingcenter@mywvmc.com.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 6
Grad fundraiser: A Class of 2026 can and bottle collection event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month through May, at the McMinnville School District Facilities Building, 1150 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Participants can drop off donations to support Mac High Grad Night class of 2026. For details, email Tammy at mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 27
Health Hub: The Willamette Valley Medical Center Family Birthing Center will host a Health Hub from 10 a.m. to noon every fourth Saturday of the month at main hospital parking lot, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. The event is free and aims to provide the community with resources and information such as a car seat clinic, childbirth classes, Birth Center tours, and other family support. For details, contact Jennifer Von Derahe at 503-435-6400 or birthingcenter@mywvmc.com.
Dinner auction: Kiwanis for Kids dinner auction is set for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, in downtown McMinnville's Grand Ballroom, 325 N.E. Third St. The dinner is a reprise of the club's Bids for Kids auction, which ran for 35 years before stopping in 2020 due to the pandemic. For details, contact Samantha Geary at samantha.geary@gmail.com.
SATURDAY, OCT. 4
Grad fundraiser: A Class of 2026 can and bottle collection event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month through May, at the McMinnville School District Facilities Building, 1150 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Participants can drop off donations to support Mac High Grad Night class of 2026. For details, email Tammy at mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com.
SATURDAY, OCT. 25
Health Hub: The Willamette Valley Medical Center Family Birthing Center will host a Health Hub from 10 a.m. to noon every fourth Saturday of the month at main hospital parking lot, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. The event is free and aims to provide the community with resources and information such as a car seat clinic, childbirth classes, Birth Center tours, and other family support. For details, contact Jennifer Von Derahe at 503-435-6400 or birthingcenter@mywvmc.com.
SATURDAY, NOV. 1
Grad fundraiser: A Class of 2026 can and bottle collection event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month through May, at the McMinnville School District Facilities Building, 1150 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Participants can drop off donations to support Mac High Grad Night class of 2026. For details, email Tammy at mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com.
SATURDAY, NOV. 22
Health Hub: The Willamette Valley Medical Center Family Birthing Center will host a Health Hub from 10 a.m. to noon every fourth Saturday of the month at main hospital parking lot, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. The event is free and aims to provide the community with resources and information such as a car seat clinic, childbirth classes, Birth Center tours, and other family support. For details, contact Jennifer Von Derahe at 503-435-6400 or birthingcenter@mywvmc.com.
SATURDAY, DEC. 6
Grad fundraiser: A Class of 2026 can and bottle collection event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month through May, at the McMinnville School District Facilities Building, 1150 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Participants can drop off donations to support Mac High Grad Night class of 2026. For details, email Tammy at mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com.
