(L-R) Eileen Wilson, Trina Shaw, and Rosa Gracida of the Dixon Women's Improvement Club loaded up toys and donations for the Senior portion of the Dixon Community Christmas Program. Deadline for the Toy Drive is Friday, December 15. Any donations can be dropped off at the Veterans Memorial Hall, 1305 North First Street on Friday evenings or taken to Cornerstone Church at 185 Cherry Street. Photo by Debra Dingman

Friday Fish Fry
The Fish Fry is back this week, December 8, at the Veteran’s Memorial Hall at 1305 North First Street across from DuPratt Ford. The public is invited to the dinner which is only $12 and comes with hush puppies, fries, and cold slaw. The following Friday, December 15, there will be Chicken Dinner with scalloped potatoes, vegetables, and a roll, also for $12. Dinners usually start around 5:30 p.m. and are served until about 7 p.m. if quantities last. The bar is open.

Christmas Car Parade
The 2023 Annual Dixon Christmas Car Parade will light up the streets on Saturday, December 9, starting at 6:30 p.m. The group will be collecting toys, food, and gift cards for Dixon Family Services. The specific route is posted on Dixon 411 Facebook page. For questions, contact Regina at (707) 678-9771.

Grand Opening
Avila Flooring will be hosting its Grand Opening on Saturday, December 9 at 3 p.m. They are at 120 North First Street.

Planning Commission
The Planning Commission Meeting will be Tuesday, December 12, at 7 p.m. and will be available online via Granicus or one can watch via the Zoom link found on the agenda which is usually posted on the cityofdixon.us website by Thursday afternoon before the meeting.

Open Seat
The City of Dixon is currently accepting applications for the following vacancy on the Parks and Recreation City Commission. This Commission is an advisory body to the City Council on matters pertaining to recreation and park facilities. Commissioners serve two-year terms, with a maximum of three consecutive terms. However, this vacancy would fill one unexpired term through June 30, 2024. The Parks and Recreations Commission meets at 7:00 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of every month. City residency is required. A stipend of $75.00 per meeting attended is paid to each Commissioner. Interested Dixon residents may obtain an application at City Hall, 600 East A Street, by calling 678-7000, or by visiting the City’s website at www.cityofdixon.us. Deadline to apply is December 29.

Christmas Concert
Living Hope Church is hosting a Christmas Concert on December 16 at 410 Gateway Drive. It will be free of charge and open to the community. The band featured is Leaving Theodora, a band based in Vacaville, and a duo band called Strands. The purpose of this event is to share with the community the Christmas spirit and have an opportunity for everyone to come together. There will be desserts and a coffee bar, pictures with Santa, and crafts for children.

Beer Fundraiser
Soroptimist International of Dixon is holding a YETI Tundra54 Hard Cooler donated by Pacific Ace Hardware of Vacaville and full of beer for a raffle that will be held in February of 2024. Tickets are only $10 and you must be 21 years old or over to purchase a ticket. Call Nicki Monk at (530) 219-6940.

Free Rides
Have you heard of Dixon Readi-Ride’s Golden Pass Program? Seniors aged 80 and older can take local trips within City limits at no charge. Golden Pass rides can happen anytime Dixon Readi-Ride is open and available. To schedule a ride call: (707) 678-5020.

Tremont Festival
Tremont Elementary’s PTO Winter Festival and Vendor Fair will be Friday, December 8 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the school, 355 Pheasant Run Drive. There will be a DJ, food, crafts, a Dollar Table and more plus there will be a special guest appearance!