Classes & Events

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Toddler

November 2024
Featured Thursday, 11/21/24 at 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Free Community Baby Shower/Un Baby Shower Comunitario Gratuito

McMinnville Community Center 600 NE Evans St., McMinnville, OR, United States
Please join us for a Free Community Baby Shower for all new or expecting families in Yamhill County!
-Free goodie bags
-Baby Shower gift raffles
-Free snacks and beverages
-Resource fair about pregnancy, childbirth, and infancy
-Connect with local parents and families
-Partners and children are welcome
Contact isolis@yamhillcco.org with any questions
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¡Únase a nosotros para un Baby Shower Comunitario gratuito para todas las familias nuevas o futuras en el condado de Yamhill!
-Bolsas de regalos gratuitos
-Rifas de regalos para Baby Shower
-Bocadillos y bebidas gratuitos
-Feria de recursos sobre el embarazo, el parto, y la infancia
-Conectarse con padres y familias locales
-Parejas y niños son bienvenidos
Póngase en contacto con isolis@yamhillcco.org para cualquier pregunta o duda
Free
March 2025
Wednesday, 3/12 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
March Family Connections Group – DIY Leprechaun Traps / Haz tus propias trampas para duendes

McMinnville Public Library 225 NW Adams St, McMinnville, OR, United States
Gather your troops and join us in crafting creative ways to trap those pesky Leprechauns before they steal your gold!
03/12/2025
6:00pm – 7:00pm
McMinnville Public Library – Carnegie Room
Register here:
https://midvalleyparenting.org/courses/view/diyleprechauntrapshaztuspropiastrampasparaduendes

¡Reúne a tu familia y únete a nosotros para crear formas creativas de atrapar a esos molestos duendes antes de que roben tu oro!
12 de marzo
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Biblioteca Pública de McMinnville – Cuarto Carnegie
Inscribirse aqui:
https://midvalleyparenting.org/courses/view/diyleprechauntrapshaztuspropiastrampasparaduendes

March Family Connections Flyer (Bi-Lingual)
Free
April 2025
Wednesday, 4/9 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
DIY Windchime Crafting

McMinnville Public Library 225 NW Adams St, McMinnville, OR, United States
Let’s work WITH this April weather instead of against it. Working together is something beautiful, so let’s make some wind music with windchimes.
Find the Yamhill Early Learning Hub and the Fostering Hope Initiative in the Carnegie Room of the Library every 2nd Wednesday for a new way to connect with yourself, your kids, and other families.
See you from 6pm – 7pm on Wednesday, April 9th!
Register here!

Trabajemos CON este clima de abril en lugar de contra él. Trabajar juntos es algo hermoso, así que hagamos música de viento con campanillas.
Encuentra el Centro de Aprendizaje Temprano Yamhill y la Iniciativa Fostering Hope en la Sala Carnegie de la Biblioteca cada segundo miércoles para una nueva forma de conectar contigo mismo, con tus hijos y con otras familias.
¡Nos vemos de 6pm – 7pm el miércoles 9 de abril!
¡Regístrese aquí!

Folleto español:
April Connections Group (SP)
Free
May 2025
Wednesday, 5/14 at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
DIY Bird Houses

McMinnville Public Library 225 NW Adams St, McMinnville, OR, United States
Spring has sprung! The sun is out, the birds are singing and getting ready to lay their eggs; let’s give them somewhere cute and cozy to land.
Meet us at the McMinnville Public Library Carnegie Room on May 14th from 6:00pm-7:00pm for snacks, crafts, and good conversation.
Who: Anyone of all ages
What: DIY bird house craft
When: May 14th, 6pm
Where: McMinnville Public Library – Carnegie Room
Why: Because you know you want to!
Click here to register!

¡Ha llegado la primavera! El sol brilla, los pájaros cantan y se preparan para poner sus huevos; ofrezcámosles un lugar bonito y acogedor donde aterrizar.
Reúnase con nosotros en la Sala Carnegie de la Biblioteca Pública de McMinnville el 14 de mayo de 6:00 p. m. a 7:00 p. m. para disfrutar de aperitivos, manualidades y una buena conversación.
Para: Personas de todas las edades
Qué: Manualidad de casa de pájaros
Cuándo: 14 de mayo, 6:00pm
Dónde: Biblioteca Pública de McMinnville – Sala Carnegie
Por qué: ¡Porque sabe que quiere asistir!
Folleto español: May Connections Group (SP)
¡Haga clic aquí para registrarse!
Free
July 2025
Wednesday, 7/9 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
DIY Bird Feeder // Comedero para pájaros casero – (Bilingual)

McMinnville Public Library 225 NW Adams St, McMinnville, OR, United States
Join us for a night of food, fun, and connection while making some sweet treats for our outside birdy friends!
¡Únase a nosotros para una noche de comida, diversión y conexión mientras preparamos algunos dulces para nuestros amigos pájaros del exterior!

Click HERE to register!

¡Haga clic AQUÍ para registrarse!

Ver el folleto en español para más información
Bird Feeder Flyer (SP)
Free
August 2025
Wednesday, 8/13 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Self-Portraits! / ¡Retratate!- Connections Group

McMinnville Public Library 225 NW Adams St, McMinnville, OR, United States
Join our monthly Connections Group in a night of reflection, aspirations and artful creations!
Dress up in your best, your silliest, or your everyday favorites to capture inspiration for your self-portrait art piece.
Click here to register! (more…)
Free
September 2025
Wednesday, 9/3 at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
On Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Also Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
For signup and to receive Zoom link:
Contact Jan Urton (5030435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov
Free
Monday, 9/8 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Monday, 9/8 at 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
Also on Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Contact Jan Urton (503)435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov to register
Free
Wednesday, 9/10 at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
On Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Also Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
For signup and to receive Zoom link:
Contact Jan Urton (5030435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov
Free
Wednesday, 9/10 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
DIY Paper Bouquet / Ramos De Papel!

McMinnville Public Library 225 NW Adams St, McMinnville, OR, United States
Enjoy an evening of fun while crafting beautiful flower bouquets!
Click here to register!

¡Disfruta de una noche divertida mientras creas hermosos ramos de flores!
Haga clic aquí para registrarse

Free
Monday, 9/15 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Monday, 9/22 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Monday, 9/22 at 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
Also on Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Contact Jan Urton (503)435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov to register
Free
Monday, 9/29 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
October 2025
Thursday, 10/2 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Board Game and Pizza Night

621 NE Davis St 621 NE Davis St, McMinnville, OR, United States
This month NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Yamhill County is having an all ages board game and pizza night
Free
Monday, 10/6 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Wednesday, 10/8 at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
On Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Also Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
For signup and to receive Zoom link:
Contact Jan Urton (5030435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov
Free
Wednesday, 10/8 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Pumpkin Painting! – Family Connections Night // ¡Pintura de calabazas! – Noche de Conexiones Familiares

McMinnville Public Library 225 NW Adams St, McMinnville, OR, United States
Autumn is here! Join us in wearing the spookiest thing in your closet and enjoy an evening making a pumpkin materpiece.
The connections group is held in the Carnegie Room at the McMinnville Public Lbrary from 6pm-7pm.
Music, snacks, and friends are provided!
Register Here

¡Llegó el otoño! ¡Únete a nosotros luciendo lo más espeluznante de tu armario y disfruta de una tarde creando una obra maestra de calabaza!
El grupo de conexiones se reúne en la Sala Carnegie de la Biblioteca Pública de McMinnville de 18:00 a 19:00 h.
¡Música, refrigerios y amigos incluidos!
Regístrate aquí
Free
Monday, 10/13 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Monday, 10/13 at 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
Also on Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Contact Jan Urton (503)435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov to register
Free
Wednesday, 10/15 at 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Great Kids Together – A Family Place

First Baptist Church 125 SW Cowls St., McMinnville, OR, United States
Join us for Great Kids Together!
Wednesday October 15 from 12-2.
From pregnancy through preschool, families thrive when we come together. This 2-hour event includes a shared meal, playful learning, and meaningful conversations—designed to help parents and little ones grow, bond, and feel supported.
Sign up online: https://midvalleyparenting.org/courses/view/GKT
Questions? Lutheran Community Services
503-472-4020 or afamilyplace@lcsnw.org
Free
Monday, 10/20 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Wednesday, 10/22 at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
On Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Also Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
For signup and to receive Zoom link:
Contact Jan Urton (5030435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov
Free
Monday, 10/27 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Monday, 10/27 at 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
Also on Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Contact Jan Urton (503)435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov to register
Free
November 2025
Monday, 11/3 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Wednesday, 11/5 at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
On Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Also Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
For signup and to receive Zoom link:
Contact Jan Urton (5030435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov
Free
Wednesday, 11/5 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Native American FLUTE MUSIC with Peter Ali // Nativo americano MÚSICA DE FLAUTA con Peter Ali

McMinnville Public Library 225 NW Adams St, McMinnville, OR, United States
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 5TH
6PM | MCMINNVILLE PUBLIC
LIBRARY, CARNEGIE ROOM
Native American flautist Peter Ali
will perform the wooden flute
along with traditional instruments
from cultures around the world.
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MIÉRCOLES, 5 DE NOV.
6PM | SALA CARNEGIE,
BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE
MCMINNVILLE
El flautista nativo americano Peter
Ali tocará la flauta de madera junto
con instrumentos tradicionales de
culturas de todo el mundo
Free
Monday, 11/10 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Monday, 11/10 at 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
Also on Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Contact Jan Urton (503)435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov to register
Free
Wednesday, 11/12 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Hand Turkey Decorating – Family Connections Night // Decoración de pavos a mano – Noche de conexiones familiares

McMinnville Public Library 225 NW Adams St, McMinnville, OR, United States
Join the Fostering Hope Initiative, Yamhill Early Learning Hub and Rainbow Lodge in a hand turkey decorating craft night!
Meet us at the McMinnville Library Carnegie room from 6pm-7pm for food, fun, and connection.
Register here

¡Únete a la Iniciativa Fostering Hope, el Centro de Aprendizaje Temprano Yamhill y Rainbow Lodge en una noche de manualidades para decorar pavos!
Nos vemos en la sala Carnegie de la Biblioteca McMinnville de 18:00 a 19:00 h para disfrutar de comida, diversión y conexión.
Regístrate aquí
Free
Monday, 11/17 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Wednesday, 11/19 at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
On Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Also Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
For signup and to receive Zoom link:
Contact Jan Urton (5030435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov
Free
Monday, 11/24 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Monday, 11/24 at 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
Also on Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Contact Jan Urton (503)435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov to register
Free
December 2025
Monday, 12/1 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Parent support group in park
Parent support group in park

Thompson Park 1525 SE Morgan Ln., McMinnville, OR, United States
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
This series is for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
Group will continue to meet outside, in the park, until weather changes and is not conducive. We will then move to an indoor space.
Contact Jan Urton (503-435-9107) for information on location.
Free
Wednesday, 12/3 at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Parent support group-virtual
Parent support group-virtual
Weekly support groups for parents and other caregivers of children with challenging behaviors: Understanding our children better.
These are for parents/caregivers who are interested in and would like support in using Collaborative Problem Solving. However, previous knowledge not required in order to attend.
For any age.
On Wednesdays mid-day (twice per month) from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Also Monday evenings (twice per month) from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom.
For signup and to receive Zoom link:
Contact Jan Urton (5030435-9107 or urtonj@yamhillcounty.gov
Free