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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8

Author talk: Linfield University’s Learning Across Boundaries program and the McMinnville Public Library will host an author talk with Omar El Akkad from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, at Nicholson Library at Linfield University.  El Akkad, winner of the 2025 National Book Award for his nonfiction book “One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This,” will discuss themes including media, power and moral responsibility. Linfield professors Reshmi Dutt-Ballerstadt and Rachel Norman will join the conversation, followed by a book signing. The event is free and open to the public. For details, visit linfield.edu. 

Book group: The McMinnville Public Library Book Group will meet at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, at the McMinnville Senior Center, 2250 N.E. McDaniel Lane. For details, contact 503-435-5562.

THURSDAY, APRIL 9

Cabaret night: Linfield music students and faculty perform solo musical theatre and jazz favorites at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 9, in the Vivian Bull Music Center lobby, at Linfield University, Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The evening offers a fun, casual cabaret-style performance. Admission is free; no tickets required. For details, call 503-883-2275, or email musicoffice@linfield.edu.

Veggie workshop: The Yamhill County Master Gardeners Association will host the first of a two-part “Vigorous Veggies: Green Thumb Essentials” workshop series from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 9, at the Allison Inn Chef’s Garden in Newberg. The session will cover soil essentials, garden planning, seeding and transplanting. Cost is $15 for one class or $25 for two. The next session will be on April 16. For details, contact ycmga.org/vigorous-veggies.

Poetry night: A poetry night will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 9, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call 503-435-5562.

FRIDAY, APRIL 10

Children's crafts: Arts and crafts for children will be offered from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Friday, April 10, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call 503-435-5559.

Movie night: White Horse Farm will host a community screening of "Kiss the Ground" in its meeting room at 16340 N.E. Yamhill Road, Yamhill. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the screening starts at 6:30 p.m., with time for discussion after. The 2020 documentary reveals viable solutions to the climate crisis. The even is free, donations appreciated for the snack fund. For more information, call 541-250-0655.

On stage: Chehalem Valley Vaudeville will perform "Springtime in Vaudeville" in the Black Box Theatre at the Chehalem Cultural Center, 415 E. Sheridan St., Newberg. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and shows begin at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 10 and Saturday, April 11. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for youth and $5 for "Arts for All" Oregon Trail Card holders. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit chehalemculturalcenter.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 11

Basketball camp: McMinnville High School Basketball will host the “Go Be Great” Basketball Camp from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12, at the High School main gym, 615 N.E. 15th St. The camp will focus on fundamentals for both new and experienced players. Cost is $40, with scholarships available. For details, call 503-964-9366, email waylon@seeyalater.org or visit syl.givevirtuous.org/Event/basketball-camp.

Ed fundraiser: Outdoor Education Adventures will host its annual fundraiser dinner, "Into the Woods," from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at Maysara Winery, 15765 S.W. Muddy Valley Road, McMinnville. The nonprofit organizes education activities and camps in nature. Cost is $75 per person. Tickets can be purchased online at outdooredadventures.com/into-the-woods. For more information, email info@outdooredadventures.com or call 971-267-2913.

Garden party: The Yamhill Soil & Water Conservation District and Edible Landscapes will host a learning garden work party at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 11, at the Portland Community College Newberg campus, 135 Werth Blvd., Newberg. Work will include planting spring veggies, site preparation and building a new trellis. Light refreshments, gloves and tools will be supplied. For more information, email stephanie.romero@pcc.edu or Brooke Karasch at brooke@yamhillswcd.org.

Koto concert: The Chehalem Cultural Center will host a free concert by Oregon Koto-Kai at noon Saturday, April 11, at the center, 415 E. Sheridan St., Newberg. Doors open at 11:30 p.m. Funded by Tokyo born Mitsuki Dazai, the group is one of a few ensemble groups in the Pacific Northwest providing Japanese koto (harp) music. For more information, visit chehalemculturalcenter.org or facebook.com/oregonkotokai.

Auction fundraiser: A benefit supporting Outdoor Education Adventures will feature food, wine and a live auction from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at Maysara Winery, 15765 S.W. Muddy Valley Rd., McMinnville. For details, call 971-267-2913, email info@outdooredadventures.com. 

MONDAY, APRIL 13

Computer classes: Drop-in computer classes for beginners will be offered at 2 p.m. Monday, April 13, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, contact 503-435-5562.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15 

Performance: Contemporary percussionist, composer and improviser Todd Hammes performs at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, at Delkin Recital Hall, Vivian Bull Music Center, at Linfield University. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The program features contemporary music. Admission is free; registration required. For details, call 503-883-2275, or email musicoffice@linfield.edu.

KeyNote concert: Classical pianist Melissa Terrall will perform this month’s KeyNote Concert Series from 7:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, at First Baptist Church, 125 S.E. Cowls St., McMinnville (enter on Washington Street). Singer-songwriter Mallory Mead will open the concert. Tickets are $20 general, $15 for seniors and $13 for students. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.keynoteconcertseries.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 16
Veggie workshop: The Yamhill County Master Gardeners Association will host the second of a two-part “Vigorous Veggies: Green Thumb Essentials” workshop series from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 16, at the Allison Inn Chef’s Garden in Newberg. The session will cover watering, fertilizing, and weed and insect identification. Cost is $15 for one class or $25 for two. For details, contact ycmga.org/vigorous-veggies.

Indigenous voices: Poet Renee Roman Nose will give a reading accompanied by flautist Peter Ali at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 16, at the McMinnville Senior Center, 2250 N.E. McDaniel Lane. For details, call 503-435-5562. 

FRIDAY, APRIL 17

Math lecture: Linfield University will hold “Math of Card Shuffling” from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, April 17, at Nicholson Library, at Linfield University. Steve Butler will explore the mathematics behind card shuffling, including permutations, modular arithmetic and binary numbers, with live demonstrations of mathematically based card tricks. Admission is free. For details, call 503-883-2470, email vholfert@linfield.edu or visit mphitchman.com/pnwmaa2026/index.html.

On stage: Gallery Theater presents “Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead,” with showtimes at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 17 to May 3, at 210 N.E. Ford St., McMinnville. Tickets are $21 for adults, $19 for seniors and $17 for students. The show is recommended for those 13 and older. For reservations, call the box office at 503-472-2227, email info@gallerytheater.org, or visit gallerytheater.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18

Fundraiser dinner: The “See Ya Later” Foundation will host its annual “Denim & Diamonds” fundraiser beginning with a cocktail hour at 5 p.m. and dinner and program at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at Evergreen Lodge & Event Center, 510 N.E. Captain Michael King Smith Way, McMinnville. The dinner and auction will raise funds to support youth and family programs, including camps, scholarships and assistance for families facing serious medical crises. Tickets are $100 with early bird pricing before March 18 and $125 after, with sponsorships available. For details, call 503-710-0628, email kristina@seeylater.org or visit tinyurl.com/yc5zyv5d. 

Book sale: The Friends of the Library will host a mini book sale featuring books for all ages during the Grange Farmers Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. There will also be jigsaw puzzles, CDs and DVDs. Proceeds will benefit library services. The weekly Grange Farmers Market also features vendors offering baked goods, food and art. For details, visit the Friends of the Library website at friendsmaclibrary.org/. 

Veggie workshop: The Yamhill County Master Gardeners Association will host the first of a two-part “Vigorous Veggies: Green Thumb Essentials” workshop series from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 18, at the McMinnville Community Garden. The session will cover soil essentials, garden planning, seeding and transplanting. Cost is $15 for one class or $25 for two. The next session will be April 25. For details, contact ycmga.org/vigorous-veggies.

Earth Day: The Yamhill Soil and Water Conservation District will host “Earth Day at Miller Woods” from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at Miller Woods, 15580 Orchard View Road, McMinnville. The family-friendly event will include nature journaling, an ivy pull, a kids’ fun run and educational activities with local conservation organizations. Admission is free. For details, contact 503-583-8551, brooke@yamhillswcd.org, yamhillswcd.org/event/earth-day-26/.

Architecture tour: The Solid Foundations Tour, a self-guided tour of six properties supporting Yamhill County Court Appointed Special Advocates, will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 18, beginning at the Chehalem Cultural Center, 415 E. Sheridan St., Newberg. Participants will check in before visiting featured sites. Tickets are available online, with individual admission $33.85 and group options offered. For details, visit solidfoundationstour.org.

Reading: Children can sign up for "Read to a Dog" set for 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call 503-435-5559.

TUESDAY, APRIL 21

THURSDAY, APRIL 23

Bingo bash: A fundraiser for MHS Grad Night is set for 6:30 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m., Thursday, April 23, at McMinnville Grand Ballroom, 325 N.E. 3rd St., McMinnville. The event will feature bingo, desserts, and prizes. For details, call 505-263-5608, email mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com, or visit mhs-grizzlies-grad-night.square.site/bingo-bash. 

Hands on history: “Hands on History: Botanical Keepsakes with Amanda Bayha” will be held from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 23, at the Yamhill County History Museum, 11275 S.W. Durham Lane, McMinnville. Tickets are $35. For details, 503-472-2842, office@yamhillcountyhistory.org, or visit yamhillcountyhistory.org/event/hands-on-history-botanical-keepsakes/.

SATURDAY, APRIL 25

Family resources: A Health Hub event hosted by the WVMC Birthing Center will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 25, at Willamette Valley Medical Center, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. This monthly Health Hub event provides free resources for families, including car seat clinics, childbirth class information, birthing center tours, Bambinos Diaper Bus access, community resources, and information on new services offered through the birthing center. All services are provided at no cost to participants. For details, contact the WVMC Birthing Center at 503-434-6004.

Veggie workshop: The Yamhill County Master Gardeners Association will host the second of a two-part “Vigorous Veggies: Green Thumb Essentials” workshop series from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 25, at the McMinnville Community Garden. The session will cover watering, fertilizing, and weed and insect identification. Cost is $15 for one class or $25 for two. For details, contact ycmga.org/vigorous-veggies.

Children’s day: A Children’s Day celebration will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 25, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. The event will feature a story followed by activities, games and giveaways. For details, call 503-435-5559.

SUNDAY, APRIL 26

Spring concert: The North Valley Community Chorus will present its spring concert “I Have Had Singing,” featuring selections from Baroque to Broadway including Antonio Vivaldi’s “Gloria” and works by American composers, at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 26, at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 822 S.W. 2nd St. For details, call 971-387-6183, email northvalleycommunitychorus@gmail.com, or visit northvalleycc.org.

MONDAY, APRIL 27

Computer classes: Drop-in computer classes for beginners will be offered at 2 p.m. Monday, April 27, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call 503-435-5562.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29

Slime science: Children can learn basic chemistry while making slime at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. Registration is required. For details, call 503-435-5559.

SATURDAY, MAY 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, 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.

Farm Fest: The Yamhill County History Museum and Oregon Draft Horse Breeders Association will host Farm Fest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 2, at the Yamhill County History Museum, 11275 S.W. Durham Lane, McMinnville. The event will feature one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest plowing competitions with more than 18 teams of draft horses and mules, along with family activities, demonstrations, museum tours, music and food. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for members and children age 12 and younger will have free admission. For details, call 503-472-2842 or email office@yamhillcountyhistory.org. 

Plant sale: Yamhill County Master Gardeners will host a two-day plant sale featuring annuals, vegetables, perennials, herbs, native plants, and a large selection of tomato and pepper varieties with Master Gardeners available for guidance from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 2 and 3, at Yamhill County Fairgrounds, 2070 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. For details, call 503-434-751 or visit YCMGA.org.

MONDAY, MAY 4

Recycling talk: Zero Waste McMinnville will host “Zero Waste McMinnville’s Bubble Rap Speaker Series: Advancing the Zero Waste, Zero Hunger Project” at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 4, in the Carnegie Room at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. The program will highlight progress, lessons learned and next steps for the Zero Waste, Zero Hunger initiative. For details, call 503-351-3223 or visit zerowastemcminnville.com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6

Band showcase: The Linfield Wildcat Band will perform music from halftime shows at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, at the Ted Wilson Gymnasium, at Linfield University.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Genres will include rock, Motown, R&B, disco and funk. Admission is free; registration required. For details, call 503-883-2275, or email musicoffice@linfield.edu.  

SATURDAY, MAY 9

Fundraiser brunch: McMinnville Area Habitat for Humanity will host “Women Build & Brunch!” from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 9, at Maysara Winery, 15765 S.W. Muddy Valley Road, McMinnville. The fundraiser will support MacHabitat’s Women Build Initiative, which promotes affordable homeownership for women. The event will include wine, brunch, a raffle and silent auction, with proceeds benefiting the program. Tickets are $75, or $600 for a table of eight. For details, call 503-687-1412, email sarah@machabitat.org or visit machabitat.org/events/womenbuild/.

Book Sale: Friends of the McMinnville Public Library will hold a used book sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, May 9, at the Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. At noon, books will be available for $5 a bag. For details, contact Alan Soles at friendsmaclibrary@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 

Composer concert: New student works from the Lacroute Composer Readings and Chamber Music Mentorship Program will be presented at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, at the Delkin Recital Hall, in the Vivian Bull Music Center, at Linfield University. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Performers include Arcturus Winds, a woodwind quintet from the 45th Parallel Universe. Admission is free; registration required. For details, call 503-883-2275, or email musicoffice@linfield.edu.

THURSDAY, MAY 14

Concert: Linfield choirs will celebrate Earth Day and the close of the academic year at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 14, at the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium, in Melrose Hall, at Linfield University. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The program includes a new composition by music department chair William Campbell. Admission is free; registration required. For details, call 503-883-2275, or email musicoffice@linfield.edu.

SATURDAY, MAY 16

Book sale: The Friends of the Library will host a mini book sale featuring books for all ages during the Grange Farmers Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 16, at 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. Proceeds will benefit library services. The weekly Grange Farmers Market also features vendors offering baked goods, food and art. For details, visit the Friends of the Library website at friendsmaclibrary.org/.

MONDAY, MAY 18 

Opera showcase: Linfield singers will perform selections from classic operas and contemporary musical theatre at 7 p.m. Monday, May 18, at the Delkin Recital Hall, in the Vivian Bull Music Center, at Linfield University. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free; registration required. For details, call 503-883-2275, or email musicoffice@linfield.edu.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 20

KeyNote concert: Rose City Brass Quintet will perform this month’s KeyNote Concert Series from 7:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 20, at First Baptist Church, 125 S.E. Cowls St., McMinnville (enter on Washington Street). Singer-songwriter Mallory Mead will open the concert. Tickets are $20 general, $15 for seniors and $13 for students. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.keynoteconcertseries.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 21

Instrumental ensemble: The Linfield Instrumental Performance Ensemble presents art, movie and video game music at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 21, at Delkin Recital Hall, in the Vivian Bull Music Center, at Linfield University. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. The concert includes student-created arrangements. Admission is free; registration required. For details, call 503-883-2275, or email musicoffice@linfield.edu.

FRIDAY, MAY 22

Dance showcase: Linfield’s Department of Music, in collaboration with Linfield Theatre, presents a dance concert at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 22, and 23, at Marshall Theatre, in Ford Hall, at Linfield University. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The showcase features Linfield student dancers. Admission is $10; free for students, Linfield employees and children ages 7 to 12. Children younger than age 7 will not be admitted. For details, call 503-883-2275, or email musicoffice@linfield.edu.

SATURDAY, MAY 23

Family resources: A Health Hub event hosted by the WVMC Birthing Center will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 23, at Willamette Valley Medical Center, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. This monthly Health Hub event provides free resources for families, including car seat clinics, childbirth class information, birthing center tours, Bambinos Diaper Bus access, community resources, and information on new services offered through the birthing center. All services are provided at no cost to participants. For details, contact the WVMC Birthing Center at 503-434-6004.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27

Family resources: A Health Hub event hosted by the WVMC Birthing Center will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 27, at Willamette Valley Medical Center, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. This monthly Health Hub event provides free resources for families, including car seat clinics, childbirth class information, birthing center tours, Bambinos Diaper Bus access, community resources, and information on new services offered through the birthing center. All services are provided at no cost to participants. For details, contact the WVMC Birthing Center at 503-434-6004.

Summer festival: The Yamhill County History Museum will host American Past Times from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 27, at the museum, 11275 S.W. Durham Lane, McMinnville. The summer festival will include a pancake breakfast, haying demonstrations with animals and vintage equipment, a car show, an 1880s-style baseball game played without gloves, live music and family activities. Admission is $5 for adults and free for members and children under age 12. The pancake breakfast is $10. For details, call 503-472-2842 or email office@yamhillcountyhistory.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 10

Veterans Summit: The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde will host the 2026 Veterans Summit beginning at 9 a.m. Friday, July 10, at the CTGR Uyxat Powwow Grounds, 9600 S.W. Hebo Road, Grand Ronde. The free event will offer presentations, speakers and resource tables focused on veterans benefits and services, with benefits personnel available to assist with disability claim questions. For details, call 503-879-1484, email CTGRTribalVSO@GrandRonde.Org or visit eventbrite.com/e/1980681311120. 

 SATURDAY, JULY 25

Family resources: A Health Hub event hosted by the WVMC Birthing Center will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 25, at Willamette Valley Medical Center, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. This monthly Health Hub event provides free resources for families, including car seat clinics, childbirth class information, birthing center tours, Bambinos Diaper Bus access, community resources, and information on new services offered through the birthing center. All services are provided at no cost to participants. For details, contact the WVMC Birthing Center at 503-434-6004.

SATURDAY, AUG. 22

Family resources: A Health Hub event hosted by the WVMC Birthing Center will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 22, at Willamette Valley Medical Center, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. This monthly Health Hub event provides free resources for families, including car seat clinics, childbirth class information, birthing center tours, Bambinos Diaper Bus access, community resources, and information on new services offered through the birthing center. All services are provided at no cost to participants. For details, contact the WVMC Birthing Center at 503-434-6004.

SATURDAY, AUG. 29

Harvest Fest: The Yamhill County History Museum will host a Harvest Fest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at the museum, 11275 S.W. Durham Lane, McMinnville. The festival will feature harvest activities, early farm harvest demonstrations, exhibits, farm animals, music, food and vendors. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for members and children age 12 and younger. For details, call 503-472-2842, email events@yamhillcountyhistory.org, or visit yamhillcountyhistory.org. 

SATURDAY, SEPT. 19 

Harvest nights: “Harvest Nights” a fundraiser for the Yamhill County History Museum is set for 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Yamhill County History Museum, 11275 S.W. Durham Lane, McMinnville. The event will feature a Texas-style barbecue, local wines and beer, music by Dante Zapata, dancing, and vintage vehicle rides. For details, call 503-434-0490, email treasurer@yamhillcountyhistory.org or visit http://yamhillcountyhistory.org.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 26

Family resources: A Health Hub event hosted by the WVMC Birthing Center will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 26, at Willamette Valley Medical Center, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. This monthly Health Hub event provides free resources for families, including car seat clinics, childbirth class information, birthing center tours, Bambinos Diaper Bus access, community resources, and information on new services offered through the birthing center. All services are provided at no cost to participants. For details, contact the WVMC Birthing Center at 503-434-6004.

SATURDAY, OCT. 24

Family resources: A Health Hub event hosted by the WVMC Birthing Center will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 24, at Willamette Valley Medical Center, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. This monthly Health Hub event provides free resources for families, including car seat clinics, childbirth class information, birthing center tours, Bambinos Diaper Bus access, community resources, and information on new services offered through the birthing center. All services are provided at no cost to participants. For details, contact the WVMC Birthing Center at 503-434-6004.