The next Concert in the Plaza will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 21 in Pardi Plaza, 132 E. A St. The Northern California band Helios will perform, mostly focusing on classic rock and Top 40 hits from the ’60s, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s and beyond. Photo courtesy of the Dixon Chamber of Commerce

Veterans’ Dinner

American Legion Post 208 is hosting a Veterans’ Dinner from 4 to 9 p.m. Aug. 1. The dinner, held at Veterans’ Memorial Hall, 1305 N. First St., offers an all-you-can-eat meal for $12 per guest. Dishes include fish, hushpuppies, coleslaw and fries. The bar opens at 4:30 p.m. with dinner served by 5:30 p.m.

For more information, visit American Legion Post 208’s Facebook page or call 707-678-6308.

Texas Hold’em Tournament

Dixon Lions Club is hosting the 18th Annual Poker Fundraiser Texas Hold’em Tournament at 5 p.m. Aug. 23. Held in the Downtown Olde Vets Hall, 231 N. First St., the event costs $75 per person, and proceeds will benefit Dixon youth sports and activities, elementary and middle school programs, high school scholarships and the Lions Club Vision program. A no-host bar will be available at 5 p.m. with poker play beginning at 7 p.m. Attendees must be 21 and older to participate.

For more information, visit the Dixon Lions Club Facebook page or call Scott Smith at 916-806-7451.

Concerts in the Plaza 

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce hosts Concerts in the Plaza from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 21. The free event, hosted at Pardi Plaza, 132 E. A St. features the Northern California band Helios. The group has a combined 75 years of musical experience and play a variety of  Top 40 and classic rock hits. Folding chairs and picnic blankets are recommended, but alcohol is not allowed as per city ordinance.

For more information, visit dixonchamber.org or call 707-678-2650.

Dixon Library Book Club

Dixon Library is hosting its monthly morning book club meeting from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Aug. 14. The morning book club is a monthly, adult-oriented group that will be reading “Making it So: A Memoir” by Patrick Stewart. Coffee and tea will be provided for attendees, and the meeting itself will be in the library's front room, 230 N. First St.

For more information, visit solanolibrary.com or call 1-866-572-7587.

VFW Upcoming Meeting

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8151 will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. Aug. 20. Meetings are held every third Wednesday at The Olde Vets Hall, 231 N. First St. Official business meetings start at 7 p.m., but the hall opens for set-up and socializing at 6 p.m. Socializing will continue after the business portion of the meeting.

For more information, visit vfw8151.org or call 209-395-8019.

Travis Credit Union Shred Event

Travis Credit Union is hosting a shredding event open to the public from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 22. Held onsite at the Dixon branch, 1470 Ary Lane, the event offers Dixonites the opportunity to protect their privacy through the proper disposal of personal and financial information. 

For more information, visit dixonchamber.org or call 707-678-2650.

Dixon Community Theater Presents Treasure Island

Dixon Community Theater is hosting auditions for its upcoming youth production of “Treasure Island” from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 13 and 14. Held at The Veterans Memorial Hall, 1305 N. First St., the youth production will have a young cast of actors from 6 to 16 years old. The show will be directed by Angel Gatchel with support from Kelly Pidgeon James. Show dates are Oct. 17, 18 and 19.

For more information, visit dixoncommunitytheater.com or call 707-903-8387.

Every Baking Moment Cake Class

Every Baking Moment is hosting a vintage frame cake baking class at 10 a.m. Aug. 9. Held onsite, 143 N. First St., the event offers attendees the opportunity to learn how to build and support a cake board as well as icing and decoration. The class costs $65 per person and tea and cookies will be served to participants.

For more information, visit everybakingmoment.com or call 707-693-0112.

Joint Mixer at First Northern Bank

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with First Northern Bank, is hosting a joint mixer at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 13. Held at the bank, 195 N. First St., the event offers food, raffle prizes and the opportunity to socialize with chamber members and local business owners. Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards and donate a raffle prize.

For more information, visit dixonchamber.org or call 707-678-2650.

Lunch Bunch at Bud’s Pub & Grill

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce is hosting a lunch bunch networking event from noon to 1:30 p.m. Aug. 19. Held at Bud’s Pub and Grill, 100 S. First St., the free event offers guests a no-host lunch and networking opportunities.

For more information, visit dixonchamber.org, or call 707-678-2650.