The last of the local Farmers Market in the Dixon Women’s Improvement Club Park and hosted by the Downtown Dixon Business Association happened last week but was well attended with patrons seeking fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables along with a variety of vendors offering sweet and tasty goodies. Photo by Nicolas Brown

Planning Commission

The next City meeting will be the Dixon Planning Commission on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at Dixon City Hall, 600 East A Street at 7 p.m. Established by state law, the Planning Commission's primary function is to study proposed developments that may have an impact on the community's growth and environment. There are seven Dixon residents currently serving: Chair Jack Caldwell, Vice Chair Loraine Hernandez-Covello, Mark Cooley, Randy Davis, Baudelio Diaz, Frank Drayton, and Rubi Medrano.

 

Reading Volunteers

According to Solano County Library system, there are over 70,000 adults in this county who cannot read, and they need help to learn to read and write. When they do, they stay healthier, find and keep jobs, contribute to their community and help their child do well in school. The staff will help train people to help someone improve their skills so please call (707) 784-1526 about volunteering or contact [email protected].

 

Senior Resource Fair

The advocates for Dixon Seniors will be presenting their 24th annual Senior Resource Fair on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This annual event features a variety of information and resources on safety, health care, transportation, utilities, fitness, nutrition, recreation and many local resources available for senior citizens.

The event is free to the public and will be held at the Dixon Senior and Multi-Use Center at 201 South Fifth Street in Hall Park. There will be light refreshments, raffle prizes, and lots of fun honoring Dixon seniors.

 

Know Your Propositions

Carole Peterson from the Solano League of Women Voters will be the guest speaker at the next Dixon Women’s Improvement Club (DWIC) meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 1 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall of the Dixon United Methodist Church. Founded in Benicia, the Solano County League wants voters to know the facts behind the propositions the Dixon citizens will be voting on Nov. 5. Guests are welcome. The DWIC meets monthly, and the 2024-2025 membership is $40.

 

Veterans Dinner

This Friday, Oct. 4, at about 5:30 p.m., the veterans will offer pork chops with gravy, oven-fried potatoes, vegetables, and a dinner roll for $12. The Greg Coppes Veterans Memorial Hall is located at 1305 North First Street. Proceeds help keep the Veterans Hall open.

 

Dia De Los Muertos

Mark your calendars for Sunday, Oct. 27, from 1 to 5 p.m. for Dia De Los Muertos will be celebrated in the streets of the Silveyville Cemetery, 800 South First Street. It is a free community event and will feature mariachis, food, vendors, and community ofrenda. It is presented by the Silveyville Cemetery and the Dixon Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call (707 369-0467.

 

Grupo Hispanico

A Hispanic group meets on Wednesdays at the Dixon Senior/Multi-Use Center at 10 a.m., They talk about current events, play Loteria, and enjoy the company of friends. It is at 201 South Fifth Street near the public pool in Hall Park.

 

Show School Colors!

There are no JV or Varsity football games for Dixon High this Friday due to a BYE but the following Friday, October 11, it will be Dixon’s Homecoming which will feature a Powder Puff game on Thursday, Oct. 10, a Rally and Parade through Hall Park on Friday, Oct. 11, the games Friday night, and the Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday.

 

DHS 20th Class Reunion

The Dixon High School Class of 2000 is holding its 20th Class Reunion on Saturday, Nov. 9, at Ruhstaller’s Brewery, 6686 Sievers Road in Dixon from 4 to 7 p.m. More information is also listed on their Class Reunion website.