Good morning, McMinnville.

Local gardening groups held a pollinator garden open house on May 1 at Carlton—where volunteers discussed what to plant—and will host events including the Yamhill County Master Gardeners plant sale on May 3-4, school plant sales on May 3-4 and May 7-9, and the Edible Garden Festival on May 10 offering free organic vegetable, herb, and flower starts.

Three Oregon hotels earned a spot on Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Hotels list for 2025.

The awards are given to hotels with many high reviews over a one-year period — including the Atticus Hotel in McMinnville, the FivePine Lodge and Spa in Sisters, and the Oxford Hotel in Bend.

A plea deal on Wednesday lets Sandra Atwood, who pleaded guilty to five charges after three pets died when dogs escaped her Alder Street home on March 7, keep her two remaining dogs if they are sterilized, microchipped, vaccinated and leashed while the two wolfdogs are sent to a sanctuary.

Three musical acts will perform on May 4 from 2 to 7 p.m. at Two Dogs Taphouse, 401 N.E.

Evans St, as a free, family-friendly fundraiser for the Make Music McMinnville project—set to expand with live music at pop-up venues on June 21.

The McMinnville Women’s Choir will perform its spring concert 'Anything Can Happen!' on May 3 at 5 p.m. at McMinnville First Baptist Church.

The program will include global music from traditional spirituals plus modern songs of hope and community.

OSU Extension Service advises local gardeners to start planning and preparing for planting vegetables in May by waiting until soil temperatures reach 70°F+ gardeners should follow specific steps for pest management and fertilization based on Oregon’s varied climates.

The guide offers clear instructions to help ensure healthy growth for vegetables, flowers, and trees.

A Roaring Night of Giving

5-9 p.m. — McMinnville Community Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a glamorous evening with dinner, dancing, and auctions at this '20s themed charity gala.

Mother's Day Gourmet Brunch

11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Abbey Road Farm — Cost info not provided — Indulge in a luxurious five-course brunch crafted by Chef Will Preisch to celebrate Mother's Day.

UFO Festival

Various times — McMenamins Pub at Hotel Oregon — Check website for details — Celebrate 25 years of UFO fascination with talks, parades, and alien costumes in McMinnville.

UFO Glow Experience - Galactic Blacklight Party

7-11 p.m. — Breathe Easy Speakteasy — $15 presale ($20 at the door) — Celebrate McMinnville's cosmic history with a blacklight dance party featuring live music and glow-in-the-dark vibes.

McMinnville Bluegrass Jam

7-9 p.m. — Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant — Free entry — Enjoy a lively acoustic bluegrass jam session welcoming all skill levels in McMinnville.

Live DJ: Bri Drennon at HiFi Wine Bar

6-10 p.m. — HiFi Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy vibrant tunes as DJ Bri Drennon spins live to enhance your evening.