COMMUNITY EVENTS
MONDAY, MARCH 9
Computer classes: Drop-in computer classes for beginners will be offered at 2 p.m. Monday, March 9, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call 503-435-5562.
TUESDAY, MARCH 10
Space music: “Arcturus Winds: Woodwind Quintet” performs space-themed music at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, at Delkin Recital Hall, Vivian Bull Music Center, at Linfield University. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The program includes selections from “The Planets” and other iconic works from the past 50 years. Created as part of the 45th Parallel Universe expansion, the ensemble features Oregon Symphony musicians. Admission is free; registration required. For details, call 503-883-2275 or email musicoffice@linfield.edu.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11
Book group: The McMinnville Public Library Book Group will meet at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, at the McMinnville Senior Center, 2250 N.E. McDaniel Lane. For details, call 503-435-5562.
THURSDAY, MARCH 12
Lecture program: The Yamhill County History Museum will host a lecture and exhibit program from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at the Yamhill County Heritage Center, 11275 S.W. Durham Lane, McMinnville. The event will feature the Allis-Chalmers exhibit and a talk by Wade Miller on his experience as owner of the Yamhill County Allis-Chalmers dealership. Admission is $5 and free for members. For details, call 503-472-2842, email office@yamhillcountyhistory.org or visit yamhillcountyhistory.org/event/secrets-of-the-past.
Poetry night: Poetry Night will is set for 6 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call 503-435-5562.
Teen finance: Embold Credit Union will teach teens the basics of budgeting from 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call 503-435-5562.
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.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
Book sale: Friends of the McMinnville Public Library will hold a used book sale from 9 am to 1 pm, Saturday, March 14, at the Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. At noon, books will be available for $5 a bag. For details, please contact Alan Soles at friendsmaclibrary@gmail.com.
Pickleball camp: The “See Ya Later” Foundation will host the “Go Be Great” Pickleball Camp from 10 a.m. to noon March 14 and 15, at Sue Beul Elementary, 1985 S.E. Davis St., McMinnville. The camp is open to students in grades 3 through 12 and will focus on skill development, movement and fun competition. Cost is $40 and scholarships are available. For details, call 503-964-9366, email waylon@seeyalater.org or visit syl.givevirtuous.org/Event/pickleball-camp.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18
Poetry workshop: Adults are invited to participate in a poetry-by-art program at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, at Wortman Gallery, 2250 N.W. McDaniel Lane. For details, call 503-435-5562.
Town hall: WeAreMAC will host a town hall featuring state Rep. Ed Diehl from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, at the Leslie Lewis Pavilion, 2070 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Candidates for Yamhill County commissioner and county clerk will be introduced. Diehl, a gubernatorial candidate, will give brief remarks followed by a question-and-answer session on issues affecting Yamhill County and Oregon. The event is free and open to the public. For details, call 503-437-3659 or email info@wearemac.org.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19
Choral concert: Wildcat Glee, Cascara Voce and Concert Choir present an eclectic program at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 19, in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium, at Melrose Hall, at Linfield University. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The concert features a mix of classic and contemporary selections. Admission is free; registration required. For details, call 503-883-2275, or email musicoffice@linfield.edu.
Work group: The Yamhill Soil and Water Conservation District will host a Natural Resources Conservation Service Work Group Meeting from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, March 19, in the Camellia Room at the Chehalem Parks and Recreation Office, 125 S. Elliot Road, Newberg. The annual meeting will gather input from farmers, ranchers, agencies and conservation organizations on natural resource priorities and collaborative investment opportunities in Yamhill County. Admission is free. For details, call 503-472-6403, email brooke@yamhillswcd.org or visit yamhillswcd.org/event/2026-local-work-group/.
Adult finance: Embold Credit Union will present a workshop on identifying fraud and scams from 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 19, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call 503-435-5562.
FRIDAY, MARCH 20
Mini golf: Serendipity Ice Cream will host a Spring Break Sweet Spot mini golf pop-up from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 20, and from noon to 9 p.m. March 21, through March 29, at the ground floor of the Kaos Building, 645 N.E. Third St., McMinnville. The event will feature a nine-hole mini golf course along with large games. There will be drinks, ice cream, loaded popcorn and cotton candy available for purchase. Admission is $5. For details, call 503-474-9189, bec_da_1@yahoo.com.
Spring festival: A Spring Festival will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, March 20, at the Delphian School, 20950 S.W. Rock Creek Road, Sheridan. An art sale will begin at 6 p.m. in the art gallery, followed by choir performances at 6:30 p.m. in the chapel. Refreshments will be served in the dining room following the concert. For details and to RSVP, email events@delphian.org.
SATURDAY, MARCH 21
Book Sale: The Friends of the Library will host a mini book sale featuring books for all ages, jigsaw puzzles, CD’s and DVD’s, during the Grange Farmers Market, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March, 21, at the grange hall, 1700 S.W. Old Sheridan Road, McMinnville. Proceeds will benefit library services. The weekly Grange Farmers Market also features vendor’s offering baked goods, foods such as soup and art. For details, visit Friends of the Library website at
friendsmaclibrary.org/.
Read to a dog: Children can read to therapy dogs at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 21, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. To register, call the Children’s Room at 503-435-5559.
MONDAY, MARCH 23
Dance party: The Pink Out Dance Party is set for 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, March 23, at the McMinnville Community Center, 600 N.E. Evans St. Participants are encouraged to wear pink for a free pool pass. For details, call 503-435-5562.
Computer classes: Drop-in computer classes for beginners will be offered at 2 p.m. Monday, March 23, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call 503-435-5562.
THURSDAY, MARCH 26
FlaBINGO: Flamingo-themed bingo is set for 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, March 26, at the McMinnville Community Center, 600 N.E. Evans St. For details, call 503-435-5562.
FRIDAY, MARCH 27
LEGO play: LEGO play will be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Friday, March 27, at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. For details, call the Children’s Room at 503-435-5559.
SATURDAY, MARCH 28
Gardening workshops: This year’s Spring into Gardening is set for 9 a.m. Saturday, March 28, at Keck Science Center, at Linfield University. Registration is $40 and snacks are included. There is a lunch option available for $17.50, or guests can bring their own. For more information, and to register, visit ycmga.org.
Family resources: A Health Hub event hosted by the WVMC Birthing Center will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 28, 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.
Author fair: The McMinnville Public Library will host a Local Author Fair from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 28, at 225 N.W. Adams St. The event will feature authors from across the Willamette Valley. For details, call 503-435-5562.
Daffodil festival: The Amity Downtown Improvement Group will host the Amity Daffodil Festival from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 28, at the Amity Community Center, 401 S. Trade St. The festival will feature displays of daffodil varieties, judging of homegrown entries at, plant and garden art sales, craft vendors, music and nearby food and wine options throughout town. For details, call 503-435-8589 or email rainflower94@gmail.com.
MONDAY, MARCH 30
Art competition: The “See Ya Later” Foundation will host the “Brighter Days” Spring Art Competition from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, March 30, through April 3, and from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 4, at the “See Ya Later” Foundation office, 105 N.E. 10th St., McMinnville. The free painting competition invites young artists to express hope and positive change through oil, acrylic or watercolor works. For details, call 503-964-9366, email waylon@seeyalater.org or visit syl.givevirtuous.org/Event/spring-art-competition.
FRIDAY, APRIL 3
Friday service: Calvary Mac will hold a Good Friday service at 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 3, at the church, 1825 N.W. 2nd St., McMinnville. The service is free and open to the public. ASL interpretation will be available upon request. For details, call 503-472-4245 or email office@calvarymac.com.
SATURDAY, APRIL 4
Egg hunt: The McMinnville Lions Club will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 4, at Discovery Meadows Park, 1370 S.W. Cypress Lane, McMinnville. The event will include a visit from the Easter Bunny and egg hunts for children ages 0 to 9, divided by age group. Admission is free. For details, call 503-472-6171 or email tbest@firstfedweb.com.
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.
SUNDAY, APRIL 5
Easter services: Calvary Mac will hold Easter services at 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday, April 5, at the church, 1825 N.W. 2nd St., McMinnville. For details, contact 503-472-4245, office@calvarymac.com, or visit calvarymac.com.
MONDAY, APRIL 6
Recycling talk: Zero Waste McMinnville will host “Zero Waste McMinnville’s Bubble Rap Speaker Series: Recycling Agricultural Plastic Waste” at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 6, in the Carnegie Room at the McMinnville Public Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. Attendees will learn how to recycle plastic agricultural waste and reduce waste at home. For details, call 503-351-3223 or visit zerowastemcminnville.com.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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. 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/.
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.
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 $5 for adults and free for members and children age 12 and younger. For details, call 503-472-2842 or email office@yamhillcountyhistory.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/.
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.
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, 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.
