Good morning, McMinnville.

Hillside Adventures in Learning will host four speaker sessions in April and community members are invited to attend; sessions begin Tuesday, April 1, at 2 p.m. in the Manor activity room for $5 admission and light refreshments after each talk.

Speakers will cover topics—backyard beekeeping, the history of Del Mar Villa, con games, and McMinnville Water & Light—in each session.

Chili chefs can still sign up for the Yamhill County Chili Cook-Off, scheduled from 3 to 6 p.m. on April 12 at ForeLand Beer, 777 N.E.

Fourth St in McMinnville and the sign-up deadline is today. Admission is $5 plus it includes chili tasting with additional food and drink available, while proceeds benefit Homeward Bound Pets.

McMinnville City Council and the School District Board of Directors will meet Monday, March 31 at 6:30 p.m. at the MSD office, 800 N.E.

Lafayette Ave to discuss emergency management and after-school care. The meeting will review expiring agreements and previous discussions on funding scholarships for low-income students — talks that happened twice last year.

Senate Bill 243-1, posted online Wednesday, would raise Oregon’s gun possession age to 21 and require a 72-hour wait for gun purchases; it would also make owning a switch device that turns a gun into full-automatic a Class A misdemeanor—an issue that split lawmakers during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.

McMinnville Bluegrass Jam

7-9 p.m. | Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant | Free entry | Enjoy a lively acoustic jam session welcoming musicians of all skill levels.

Yamhill County Community Resource Fair

4-6 p.m. | McMinnville High School | Free entry | Discover resources for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, including snacks and prizes.

New York Voices Farewell Concert

7-9 p.m. — McMinnville Community Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the legendary New York Voices’ final performance with memorable collaborations and live music.

Sauvignon Blanc Festival with The Bylines Duo

11 AM – 5 PM — Durant Vineyards Tasting Room — Cost not specified — Celebrate Oregon's unique Sauvignon Blancs with live music and delicious food in a beautiful vineyard setting.

2025 Solid Foundations Tour

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — McMinnville Art Alley — $ — Explore six stunning historic properties while supporting Yamhill County CASA, a cause dedicated to vulnerable children.

Sparkling Easter Brunch

11 AM – 3 PM — Domaine Willamette — Cost info not provided — Indulge in a delightful Easter brunch featuring exquisite Brut and Brut Rose.

World Tai Chi and Qigong Day Demo & Lesson

10-11 a.m. — McMinnville Grange — Free entry — Celebrate World Tai Chi and Qigong Day with a demonstration followed by a beginner's lesson in gentle movements.