Newberg Notices | March 4, 2025

Oregon B Corp Wineries Launch Sustainable Passport Program

WILLAMETTE VALLEY, Ore.—Three B Corp-certified wineries in Oregon’s Willamette Valley are teaming up to launch a sustainable passport program. The initiative aims to promote eco-friendly wine practices and refillable bottles.

Brooks Wine, Winderlea Vineyard & Winery, and Et Fille Wines are kicking off the “B The Change” B Corp Winery Passport Program in March 2025. This program is designed to spotlight sustainable wine practices and showcase the Revino refillable bottle program.

Launching during B Corp Month, the passport program invites visitors to explore all three tasting rooms and collect stamps at each location. Those who visit all three wineries will be entered into a grand prize drawing for an exclusive tasting experience for six at each winery.

We’re excited to work with other B Corp wineries that also use Revino bottles,” said Jennifer Cossey, Manager at Brooks. “This program gives wine enthusiasts a fun way to support our shared commitment to sustainability.”

The passport program runs throughout March 2025 at the tasting rooms of Brooks Wine in Eola-Amity Hills, Et Fille Wines in Chehalem Mountains, and Winderlea Vineyard & Winery in Dundee.

Out of the 13 B Corp certified wineries in the Willamette Valley, these three are also sponsoring the B Bash in Portland, Oregon on March 13 – the biggest B Corp celebration of the year.

NOFF Royal Court Seeks Applicants

NEWBERG, Ore.—The Newberg-Dundee community is looking for young ambassadors to join the 2025 Newberg Old Fashioned Festival Court. High school students 16 and older who live and go to school in the Newberg-Dundee area can apply until March 7 at 3 p.m.

The festival organizers say they want to build a team of young women who show poise, humility, and maturity. They’re looking for candidates who can represent the community well and demonstrate professionalism, responsibility, and accountability.

Court members will serve from March 2025 to March 2026, taking part in community events, parades, and public speaking engagements throughout the year. They’ll attend functions from April through July, with some additional events between September and December.

While it’s a demanding role, it’s also rewarding. Court members gain professional experience, make lasting memories, and build relationships.

The 45th Newberg Old Fashioned Festival is set for July 24-27, 2025. The festival organization will cover all court-related expenses, including outfits and professional styling.

Applicants should expect an email about scheduling an interview on March 15. It’s important to keep March 15 and 16 open for interviews, the crowning ceremony, and required onboarding activities.

After the crowning ceremony, the chosen court members and their mothers or primary guardians will attend a welcome meeting. They’ll receive a schedule of dates and other key information at this time.