Newberg Notices | June 3, 2025

Knights of Columbus Raise Money for Oregon Special Olympics

NEWBERG, Ore. — During Easter weekend, members of Knights of Columbus Council 6602 teamed up with local Special Olympians to raise $5,350 for Oregon Special Olympics as part of the annual Tootsie Roll Fundraising Drive.

Coordinated by Brother Pat Rice, volunteers collected donations outside Safeway, Fred Meyer, and Wilco in Newberg. The Knights later welcomed several Special Olympians and their coaches to a recent meeting at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, where they presented the donation.

Learn more about the Knights of Columbus at the organization’s website.

Show Your Love for Local Trails on National Trails Day – June 7

NEWBERG, Ore. — Friends of Chehalem Trails is inviting the community to roll up their sleeves for National Trails Day on Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at Ewing Young Park in Newberg.

Part of the nationwide celebration organized by the American Hiking Society, this volunteer event offers a chance to give back to the trails and outdoor spaces that bring us together. Volunteers will help with trail upkeep, habitat restoration, and park beautification projects, all while connecting with fellow nature lovers and neighbors.

“Volunteer events like this are more than just park cleanups—they’re about investing in the future of our shared spaces,” said Matt Dolphin, a lead volunteer with Friends of Chehalem Trails. “We want to build a culture where people feel connected to nature and to each other.”

Gloves, tools, and guidance will be provided. Volunteers of all ages and abilities are welcome—just bring comfortable clothes, water, and your enthusiasm. Parking is limited, so walking, biking, or carpooling is encouraged.

This event follows a successful Arbor Day effort that brought out 86 volunteers to plant over 100 trees at Friends Park. With community hikes and regular trail projects, Friends of Chehalem Trails is helping foster a stronger connection between people and place.

Sign up to participate at ChehalemTrails.org and be part of this national day of stewardship and celebration. Learn more about National Trails Day at americanhiking.org/national-trails-day.

Five Plays, One Night: Gather Repertory’s Short Play Festival

NEWBERG, Ore. — Gather Repertory is preparing to present five short plays in just two hours for its Short Play Festival at the Chehalem Cultural Center on June 5 – 8. 

The festival features five directors, 12 actors, and a full production team.

Plays include:

• Boise, Idaho by Sean Michael Welch
• Right Field of Dreams by Stephen Kaplan
• The Cardinal by DC Cathro
• The Almond Milk by Sophie Brawn
• Misfortune by Harvey Levine

The festival is recommended for ages 13+ due to mature themes and language. Full descriptions available at the chehalem cultural ticketing site. 

Email boxoffice@chehalemculturalcenter.org for more information. Tickets are $15 or pay-what-you-will. Learn more and find updates at Gather Repertory’s Instagram account.

Art-Filled Summer Awaits at CCC’s 2025 Youth Camps

NEWBERG, Ore. — Chehalem Cultural Center’s popular summer camps are back for 2025, with weekly sessions for ages 3–12 running July 7 through August 8, plus special teen studio programs in late June and early August.

Offerings include hands-on art adventures, imaginative storytelling, sculpture, mythology, performance camps with end-of-week shows, and even a culinary camp for teens. Both half-day and full-day options are available, with age-specific programming designed to inspire creativity and connection.

Full course details and registration at chehalemculturalcenter.org.