Veteran’s Gifts

The veterans residence downtown that was built by Habitat for Humanity, Community Action North Bay and many local volunteers in August of 2018 had some special visitors over the holidays. Christmas gift cards and filled Christmas stockings were given to 17 local veterans, and Christmas wreaths were given to each house by Dixon Rotary Club, the Chamber of Commerce and the VFW.

In addition, Dixon’s former Police Chief Rick Fuller, and his wife Janet, donated three large platters of cookies for the residents there to enjoy over the holidays. All were presented by Herb Cross (Chamber and Rotary) Steve Beaman (Rotary) and Commander Cecil Dennings (VFW Post 8151.)

The house provides a permanent home for six deserving veterans, offering a quiet and calm environment so these dedicated warriors can live healthy and productive lives.

Planning Commission

The City of Dixon Planning Commission will be meeting Tuesday, Feb. 8, at City Hall, 600 East A Street at 7 pm. This meeting can be attended in person or can be watched on the Granicus service available through the City’s website. Agenda is usually posted on the Thursday before the meeting on the City’s website: cityofdixon.us.

Library Friends

Did you know that the Friends of the Dixon Public Library (FDPL) is one of the smaller service groups in Dixon and yet it serves the entire community?

Any child that has ever participated in any of the many summer programs, Christmas and Halloween book give-aways, or enjoyed shopping at the Friendly Bookworm Bookstore has enjoyed these services.

Graduating high school seniors are welcome to apply for a scholarship sponsored by the group every year. The group works to promote reading and provide books at a lower cost to the Dixon community.

All these benefits to our community are made possible by our members in the FDPL. Anyone may become a member by contributing $5 for an Individual Membership, $10 for a Family Membership or $25 for a Patron Membership. Members may be interested in participating in the bookstore work or in serving on the board of directors. Some may prefer helping on the scholarship committee, sharing information on social media, or selling books online. All FDPL members are welcome to attend monthly board meetings and vote in yearly elections. Interested?

Membership forms may be picked up at the bookstore or at the Dixon Library. Some of the active members are usually present when the bookstore is open. Find out how a very small group of people can have a huge impact on the community and become one of the helpers in your town.

Gun Show

A Veteran-owned business will be hosting the Dixon Gun Show at the May Fair on Saturday, Feb. 19. For more information, call Nicole and John Arabia at (916) 542-8010 or email [email protected].

Whiskey Etc. Raffle

The Soroptimist International of Dixon’s next fundraiser is a “Luck of the Irish” Whiskey etc. Raffle which includes other spirits, Irish beer and wine with an estimated value of $700. Tickets are $25 each and the winner will be drawn on Thursday, March 17. Tickets are available at Bella Moda Boutique at the Linde Lane Tea Room, 140 North Jackson Street or one can check their Instagram or Facebook sites for other members as all will be selling them.