Memorial Day weekend is arriving with strawberry season, sunny patio drinks, fresh beer releases, picnic-ready eats, and plenty of reasons to explore the Gorge. This week’s Thursday Tidbits rounds up seasonal specials, u-pick strawberries, local wines, summer cocktails, and fresh finds from Hood River to White Salmon and beyond. Read on to learn more.

Mother’s Day weekend is arriving with sunshine, spring blooms, and plenty of delicious ways to celebrate around the Gorge. From sushi towers and barbecue to cake decorating, wine tasting, seafood specials, and seasonal wraps, this week’s Thursday Tidbits is packed with ideas for a fun spring weekend.

Spring is full of reasons to get out this week—from Grasslands’ Fifth Anniversary Hootenanny to Cider Fest at the WAAAM museum, the Hood River farmers market, and fresh menus across the Gorge, the season is keeping us on our toes in the best way… there’s even early looks at Mother’s Day plans.