City Planning

Next Tuesday, July 12, there will be a City Planning Commission meeting at 7 pm. As always, the meeting is inside the Council chambers at City Hall, 600 East A Street but is also on Zoom to participate from your computer or Granicus to watch. See the agenda and links on the City of Dixon website.

Library Events
The Corny Crow Show which will feature Steve and his partner ‘Corny Crow’ will present their unique ventriloquy show for children and adults on Thursday, July 14 at 10 AM, at the Dixon Public Library. Steve and Corny will also teach a bit about puppetry, too.

A Sumer Time Ice Cream Social is next on their calendar for Thursday, July 21, at noon. Residents are invited to come beat the heat and join others on the back patio following lunch at the library.

On Saturday, July 30, children will want to join in on the Harry Potter Party featuring ‘Magic Dan.’ It will be a magical celebration in honor of Harry Potter’s birthday. There will be a wizarding classroom with stations to play games, make crafts, and practice wand waving skills. Then, Magic Dan will arrive at 3 PM to entertain and delight. Witch, Wizard, and magical creature costumes are encouraged.

These events are free. More information can be found at solanolibrary.com/summer-reading or by visiting the library, located at 230 North First Street.

Dog Days

Friendly reminder that pet paws can get burnt on hot concrete or asphalt so if you’re walking your dog during the summer heat, try one of the local parks where grass is abundant and shade trees help keep temperatures a bit cooler. There is a Dixon Dog Park at the end of Hall Park with entry closest via South 7th Street and East Chestnut Avenue.

Hall Rental

For those who have put off big celebrations due to pandemic restrictions or masking, you will be happy to know the Veterans Memorial Hall at 1305 North First Street is now open and taking reservations for quinceañeras, wedding receptions, 80th or other large birthday celebrations, trade shows, and business meetings or parties.

Contact Wayne Holland at (707) 301-0941 or email [email protected] to reserve your date now!

Old Letters

The Dixon Historical Society invites the public to share their ancestors’ old and interesting letters from the past at their next quarterly meeting, Sunday, July 17, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Dixon United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 209 North Jefferson across from the Chamber of Commerce.

“We are inviting the public to bring a letter that has some significance to Dixon or your personal history to read to the group. Who knows what interesting history we will uncover?” said Kim Schroeder-Evans, President.

All are welcome and encouraged to become members for $20 per year or $25 per couple. For more information, email to: [email protected].

Fish Fry Time

This Friday’s Veterans Dinner will feature their Fish Fry at 1305 North First Street. It includes coleslaw and deep-fried Southern Hush Puppies. The dinner is only $10 and the atmosphere is informal and fun with live music, too. Time is 6 to 8 PM. They help support the veterans and keep the hall open. There is also an open, no host bar.