Good morning, McMinnville.

McMinnville Youth Collective is hosting a plastic flamingo fundraiser to help fund its summer 2026 service learning trip to Alabama—each $40 donation plants a bird in a yard for 48 hours.

McMinnville School Superintendent Kourtney Ferrua will speak today at 7:30 p.m. at the district office (800 N.E.

Lafayette Ave) during the first budget committee meeting where principals and finance director Jason Hall will share funding details; a follow-up meeting is planned for May 20 if needed.

Rural Yamhill and Polk County school districts announced vocational courses will be offered in the Barbara Roberts center in Sheridan before construction begins.

The program will bring career technical education to students sooner than expected.

Gov. Tina Kotek and state fire officials warned that a tough wildfire season will begin in June due to a warm winter, drought & low snowpack.

They urged residents to clear debris and follow campfire rules to lower fire risks.

Mac’s softball team won an 18-3 road game against Newberg on Friday as seniors Dakota Mitsche and Ava Fleischman plus freshman Fiona Kreft drove key runs in a 15-hit performance.

The Grizzlies will play Century on Tuesday at 5 p.m.

Local softball fans can vote for Oregon Softball Player of the Week until Sunday at 11:59 p.m. — voters may submit multiple votes — and the winner will be announced Monday.

2026 Distinguished Service Awards Ceremony

5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Grand, McMinnville — Tickets required — Celebrate community heroes at the annual DSA Banquet with a family-style dinner and awards ceremony.

26th Annual UFO Festival

Festival hours — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — Entry over $30 — Celebrate UFO culture with expert speakers, live music, and a street fair.

UFO Fest Landing Party

3-10 p.m. — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — Free entry — Experience an evening of glow-in-the-dark fun with live music and dancing.

UFO Fest Alien Costume Ball

2-4 p.m. — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — Free entry — Unleash your creativity in an alien costume contest and compete for the title of Coolest Alien in the Alpha Quadrant.

26th Annual McMenamins UFO Festival Breakfast

9 a.m. — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — $60 — Enjoy a breakfast buffet and engaging discussions in a unique setting.

Spring Wine Speakeasy

2-6 p.m. — McMinnville Art Alley — Admission prices vary — Experience a delightful kickoff to Memorial Day weekend with local wines and hidden charm.

Rip City Music Bingo: Classic Rock Hits

7-9 p.m. — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — $5 — Enjoy a lively night of music bingo with classic rock hits while vying for fun prizes in a family-friendly setting.

Beginner Qigong Class

10:30-11:15 a.m. — McMinnville Grange — Cost info unavailable — Engage in gentle movements designed to release stress and enhance strength and balance.