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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.

Wine talk: The Center for Wine Education at Linfield University presents an evening with iconic women of Oregon Wine from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, at the Nicholson Library. Joining the conversation will be Pat Campbell of Elk Cove Vineyards, Luisa Ponzi of Luisa Wines and Anna Matzinger of Matzinger Davies Wine Company. Moderators will be Rich Schmidt and Maria Ponzi. Cost is $10, free for Linfield students. Register at https://linfield.edu/wine/news/events.html.

THURSDAY, APRIL 30 

Alice musical: Linfield Theatre will presents “Alice by Heart,”  with performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 30, through May 2, at Ford Hall at Linfield University. The musical is set in a London Tube station during World War II and follows two young friends escaping into imagination. There will be additional shows at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Admission is $16, $14 for seniors and Linfield staff and $10 for students age 10 and older. For details, call 503-883-2292 or visit linfield.edu/arts.

FRIDAY, MAY 1

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.

Musical theater: Penguin Productions presents "Ordinary Days," with showtimes at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 1 to 10, at the Chehalem Cultural Center, 415 E. Sheridan St., Newberg. Tickets are $20 for adults, $16 for seniors and students and $5 for Arts for All members. The show is recommended for those 11 an older. For reservation, call 503-919-7525 or visit penguinonstage.org.

Camas Festival: Linfield University will host the fifth annual Camas Festival from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, May 1, at the Nicholson Library and around campus. Celebrated the purple camas lilies that remain a central piece of Kalapuya lifeways, the event includes art exhibits, a creators marketplace, children's activities, guided tours and speakers. 

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.

SUNDAY, MAY 3

Concert: McMinnville Women’s Choir presents “Invincible: A Concert of Hope,” a program celebrating resilience and connection, at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 3, at the First Baptist Church, 125 S.E. Cowls St., McMinnville. Tickets start at $15 online, $20 at the door. For details, call 503-803-0340, email macwomenschoir@gmail.com, or visit MacWomensChoir-Invincible-Spring-Concert.eventbrite.com.

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.  

FRIDAY, MAY 8

Musical theater: Penguin Productions presents "Ordinary Days," with showtimes at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 1 to 10, at the Chehalem Cultural Center, 415 E. Sheridan St., Newberg. Tickets are $20 for adults, $16 for seniors and students and $5 for Arts for All members. The show is recommended for those 11 an older. For reservation, call 503-919-7525 or visit penguinonstage.org.

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.

Garden fest: Edible Landscapes of Yamhill County hosts its annual Spring Edible Garden Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9, at Mac Market, 1140 N.E. Alpine Ave., McMinnville. Thousands of seedlings will be given away. There also will be food, gifts, music, family activities, a petting zoo and “compostpalooza.” Admission to the festival is free. For more information, visit edibleyamhill.org.

MONDAY, MAY 11

Soccer tryouts: Tryouts for the next Chehalem Valley Soccer Club season will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, and Wednesday, May 11 and May 13, and 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, May 12 and May 14, at the Austin Sports Complex, 1953 N. Center St., Newberg. Tryouts cost $10. For details, call Jill Bilka at 503-997-9841, email executivedirector@chehalemvalleysc.com or visit chehalemvalleysc.com/tryouts. 

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.

FRIDAY, MAY 15

Spring rummage: A spring rummage sale fundraiser featuring plants, garden décor, household items, books, puzzles and games will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 15, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 16, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 445 N. Main St., Yamhill. For details, visit stjohnyamhill.org. 

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/.

Chess tourney: The McMinnville Chess Club hosts its third annual tournament for rated and unrated play from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 16, in the McMinnville High School food court, 615 N.E. 15th St. To register or for more information, visit macchess.org/events. 

Water run: A 6K fundraiser supporting global clean water projects will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 16, at McMinnville Covenant Church, 2155 N.W. 2nd St., McMinnville. Cost is $25 for kids and $50 for adults. For details, call 503-516-0972 or email ekendrick@maccov.org, https://global6k.worldvision.org/teams/MacCov.

SUNDAY, MAY 17 

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, MAY 30 

Bleed training: A “Stop the Bleed” training presented by Legacy Hospital and hosted by the Yamhill Neighborhood Association will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at Yamhill United Methodist Church, 195 S. Laurel St., Yamhill. A $5 donation is requested for admission. For details, visit ynaclass.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 20

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, June 20, 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/.

SUNDAY, JUNE 21

Music event: Make Music McMinnville is set for Sunday, June 21, throughout McMinnville. Admission for the free, live musical celebration is set for the longest day of the year, with opportunities to hear live music all around town. For more information, visit makemusicday.org/mcminnville/.

FRIDAY, JUNE 26

Bible school: Calvary Mac will host “Rainforest Falls” Vacation Bible School with activities, lessons, music and games for children in kindergarten through fifth grade each Monday through Friday, June 22 through June 26, beginning at 9 a.m. Monday, June 22 at Calvary Mac, 1825 N.W. Second St. There is no cost to attend. For details, call 503-472-4245, email kgodinez@calvarymac.com, or visit calvarymac.com/kids.

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. 

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.