COMMUNITY EVENTS
THURSDAY, NOV. 6
Macbeth: Linfield Theatre will continue its presentation of Shakespeare’s classics: “Macbeth.” A fast–paced, intimate tragedy, “Macbeth” with performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 6-9. This production reveals the way human greed and lust for power ravages the land, our communities, and our sense of self. Between witches chanting, battles, and assassination. The play will be directed by Lindsey Mantoan. Seating is reserved and tickets will be available for purchase at linfield.edu/arts.
FRIDAY, NOV. 7
Art tour: The 32nd annual Willamina Coastal Hills Art Tour and Quilt Show is set for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7 and 8, at various locations throughout Willamina, including the Willamina Museum of History 188 N.E. D St. Nearly 20 artisans and crafters from the West Valley will be displaying handmade items for purchase. For details, visit Facebook.com/willaminaarttour.
Cuentos bilingües: The McMinnville Public Library will host Bilingual Storytime for families at 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 7, at 225 N.W. Adams St. There will be stories and songs in both English and Spanish. For details, call the library at 503-435-5562.
Teen games: The McMinnville Public Library will host a teen game night at 6 p.m. Friday, November 7, at 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call the library at 503 435-5562.
Improv: "Hello! Improv" is set for 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, at Gallery Theater, 210 N.E. Ford St., McMinnville. The improv show is recommended for ages 13 and older. Tickets for the one night only improvisation event are available at gallerytheater.org.
SATURDAY, NOV. 8
Farmers market: The market is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. For more information, visit the Facebook Page for the McMinnville Grange.
Book sale: Friends of the McMinnville Public Library will hold a used book sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8, 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.
Gaming expo: The Rotary Club of West Valley will host the second West Valley Esports and Gaming Expo starting at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Sheridan High School, 433 S. Bridge St. The event will feature more than 30 vendors, card game tournaments, a Super Smash Bros. tournament and a raffle for a new Nintendo Switch. The event is free.
MONDAY, NOV. 9
Veteran concert: Second Winds Community Band Presents "Heroes, Hearts and Home - A Veterans Concert" at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, at the McMinnville Community Center, 600 N.E. Evans St. The concert, a family-friendly event in honor of veterans, will perform a variety of performances including marches and John Mackey's "Foundry" Admission is free and seating is first come, first served. For details, contact Mark Williams at 503-679-9328, mark-fbr@hotmail.com or visit secondwinds.org.
TUESDAY, NOV. 11
Outdoor adventures: Outdoor Education Adventures will hold a Fall 2025 No School Day Camp from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Miller Woods, 15580N.W. Orchard View Road, McMinnville. Students will get to explore parks and natural spaces around Yamhill County, play games and make observations about plants and animals. Camp is $75. For details, contact Outdoor Education Adventures at 971-267-2913 or info@outdooredadventures.com.
Veteran's memorial: Taps Across America is set for 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 408 Ferry St.,Dayton. The event will include the ceremonial playing of "Taps" in honor and remembrance of all veterans past and present and the end of World War One. There is no cost to attend. For details, contact Mark Williams at 503-679-9328 or mark-fbr@hotmail.com.
THURSDAY, NOV. 13
Poetry night: The McMinnville Public Library will host Poetry Night at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call the library at 503-435-5562.
FRIDAY, NOV. 14
Book club: Linfield University's Nicholson Library will host an AI-themed book club from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, and on the second Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room. Participants will discuss influential AI research papers and books in a collaborative setting. The fall semester book is “Rewiring Your Mind for AI” by David Wood, and the spring semester book is “Co-Intelligence” by Ethan Mollick. For details, visit linfield.edu/aiai.
Bazaar: The McMinnville Christian High School will hold a Holiday Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 14 and 15, at the school, 930 N.E. Third St. There will be two large rooms with handcrafted items available for purchase. For details, call Carolyn at 503-883-3740.
Cuentos bilingües: The McMinnville Public Library will host Bilingual Storytime for families at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at 225 N.W. Adams St. There will be stories and songs in both English and Spanish. For details, call the library at 503-435-5562.
Clases de Inglés: The McMinnville Public Library will hold drop-in Clases de Inglés/English Classes for Spanish speakers at noon Friday, Nov. 14, at 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call Elide Sanchez Rivera at 503-435-5568.
SATURDAY, NOV. 15
Farmers market: The market is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. For more information, visit the Facebook Page for the McMinnville Grange.
Book fair: Calvary Mac will host the annual Christian Authors of the Northwest Book Fair from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at the church, 1825 N.W. 2nd St., McMinnville. There will be a raffle, books available for purchase and an opportunity to support local authors. There is no cost to attend. For details, contact Christy Lamberson at 503-472-4245, clamberson@calvarymac.com or visit calvarymac.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3070813.
Read to a Dog: The McMinnville Public Library will host Read to a Dog for kids to practice their reading at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 15th, at 225 N.W. Adams St. Call the Children’s Room at (503) 435-5559 to register.
Short film: The McMinnville Public Library will hold an Indigenous & Native American Short Film Showcase at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call the library at 503-435-5562.
TUESDAY, NOV. 18
Musical showcase: Linfield University will hold an Opera and Musical Theatre Showcase at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the Delkin Recital Hall ini the Vivian Bull Music Center at the University. For details, visit linfield.edu/calendar.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19
Paintings to poems: An Adult Paintings to Poems event is set for 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, at Wortman Gallery, at 2250 N.W. McDaniel Lane, McMinnville. For details, call the senior center at 503-435-0407.
THURSDAY, NOV. 20
Choral concert: The Linfield Concert Choir and Wildcat Glee will give a performance celebrating the holiday season at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium in Melrose Hall at the University. For details, visit linfield.edu/calendar.
FRIDAY, NOV. 21
Dance recital: The Department of Music and the Linfield Theatre Department will hold a Dance Recital at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, in Marshall Theatre, in Ford Hall at the University. For details, visit linfield.edu/calendar.
Cuentos Bilingües: The McMinnville Public Library will host Bilingual Storytime for families at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 21, at 225 N.W. Adams St. There will be stories and songs in both English and Spanish. For details, call the library at 503-435-5562.
Clases de Inglés: The McMinnville Public Library will hold drop-in Clases de Inglés/English Classes for Spanish speakers at noon Friday, Nov. 21, at 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call Elide Sanchez Rivera at 503-435-5568.
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.
Farmers market: The market is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 22, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. For more information, visit the Facebook Page for the McMinnville Grange.
THURSDAY, NOV. 27
Thanksgiving meal: The Salvation Army will hold its annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner for the community from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 27, at the McMinnville location, 1950 S.W. Second St. The meal will be served hot and to-go style. It will include turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, dinner roll, desert and utensil and condiments. Delivery is available for those who are housebound or disabled. For details, contact the Salvation Army at 503-472-1009.
SATURDAY, NOV. 29
Farmers market: The market is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 29, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. For more information, visit the Facebook Page for the McMinnville Grange.
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, 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.
Farmers market: The market is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. For more information, visit the Facebook Page for the McMinnville Grange.
Jiu jitsu camp: The See Ya Later foundation will hold a "Go Be Great Jiu Jitsu Camp" from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday and from 9 to 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 6 and 7, at IMPACT Jiu Jitsu, 1290 N.E. Highway99W, McMinnville. On day one, the focus will be on foundational Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) movements and preparing for various submissions. Day two will introduce submissions and their importance in BJJ for recreation and self-defense and emphasizing that Jiu-Jitsu is accessible to all, regardless of gender, age, size, or shape. The camp fee is $40 and there are scholarships available. For details contact Waylon Zabriskie at 503-964-9366 or waylon@seeyalater.org or visit seeyalater.org/events/jiu-jitsu-camp/
SUNDAY, DEC. 7
Home tour: Five local decorated homes will be featured in the Holiday Home Tour, a fundraiser for Soroptomist International of McMinnville, from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7. Tickets are $30. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Diane Toney at 206-909-1667, Diane.Toney@simcminnville.org or visit simcminnville.org.
MONDAY, DEC. 8
Art competition: The See Ya Later foundation will hold a Winter Art Competition and will accept submissions from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Dec. 8-11, at the office, 105 N.E. 10th St., McMinnville. The competition, titled "Frozen Memories," challenges artists to explore the beauty of winter while weaving in personal memories. Winners will be announced on Dec. 22, and prizes will be awarded. The contest is open to children in first through 12th grade and there is no cost to participate. For details contact Waylon Zabriskie at 503-964-9366 or waylon@seeyalater.org or visit seeyalater.org/events/winter-art-competition/.
FRIDAY, DEC. 12
Book club: Linfield University's Nicholson Library will host an AI-themed book club from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, and on the second Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room. Participants will discuss influential AI research papers and books in a collaborative setting. The fall semester book is “Rewiring Your Mind for AI” by David Wood, and the spring semester book is “Co-Intelligence” by Ethan Mollick. For details, visit linfield.edu/aiai.
SATURDAY, DEC. 13
Farmers market: The market is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. For more information, visit the Facebook Page for the McMinnville Grange.
MONDAY, DEC. 15
Gingerbread house: The See Ya Later foundation will hold a "Go Be Great Gingerbread House Contest" and will accept submissions from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, Dec. 15-19, at the office, 105 N.E. 10th St., McMinnville. The contest is open to children in kindergarten through eighth grade and prizes will be awarded. There is no cost to participate. For details contact Waylon Zabriskie at 503-964-9366 or waylon@seeyalater.org or visit seeyalater.org/events/gingerbread-house-competition/.
SATURDAY, DEC. 20
Farmers market: The market is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 20, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. For more information, visit the Facebook Page for the McMinnville Grange.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 24
Candlelight services: Calvary Mac will hold a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 24, at the church, 1825 N.W. Second St., McMinnville. This family-friendly service is free and open to the public. There will be a nursery and kids’ church available. For details contact Christy Lamberson at 503-472-4245 or clamberson@calvarymac.com.
SATURDAY, DEC. 27
Farmers market: The market is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 27, at the McMinnville Grange, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. For more information, visit the Facebook Page for the McMinnville Grange.
SUNDAY, DEC. 29
Computer camp: The See Ya Later foundation will hold a "Go Be Great Computer Camp" from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday and Monday, Dec. 29 and 30, at First Federal Community Room, 111 N.E. Third St., McMinnville. The two day camp for students in grade 8 through 12 will have the opportunity to learn how computers work and to build one themselves. The camp fee is $40, and there are scholarships available. For details contact Waylon Zabriskie at 503-964-9366 or waylon@seeyalater.org or visit https://seeyalater.org/events/computer-camp/.
FRIDAY, JAN. 9
Book club: Linfield University's Nicholson Library will host an AI-themed book club from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9, and on the second Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room. Participants will discuss influential AI research papers and books in a collaborative setting. The fall semester book is “Rewiring Your Mind for AI” by David Wood, and the spring semester book is “Co-Intelligence” by Ethan Mollick. For details, visit linfield.edu/aiai.
FRIDAY, FEB. 13
Book club: Linfield University's Nicholson Library will host an AI-themed book club from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, and on the second Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room. Participants will discuss influential AI research papers and books in a collaborative setting. The fall semester book is “Rewiring Your Mind for AI” by David Wood, and the spring semester book is “Co-Intelligence” by Ethan Mollick. For details, visit linfield.edu/aiai.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 18
AI talk: Patrick Dempsey of Loyola University Maryland will present “The Future of AI and Education”, and discuss how AI is transforming education, from personalized learning to AI-driven administrative tools, at Linfield University on Wednesday, Feb. 18. The talk is part of Linfield University’s School of Business Artificial Intelligence and I (AIAI) Initiative, designed to help students, faculty and the greater McMinnville community explore the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. The talk is free to attend and open to the public. For details, visit linfield.edu/aiai.
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
Book club: Linfield University's Nicholson Library will host an AI-themed book club from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, March 13, and on the second Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room. Participants will discuss influential AI research papers and books in a collaborative setting. The spring semester book is “Co-Intelligence” by Ethan Mollick. For details, visit linfield.edu/aiai.
