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Library Hosts October Events for Youth and Families

Oct 15, 2025 09:35AM ● By Kendall Brown
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Dixon Public Library is offering a full schedule of youth and family-oriented events throughout October, including activities for children, teens and families. The organization will also participate in Downtown Dixon’s annual Trick-or-Treating event. The library is at 230 N. First St. Photo by Nicolas Brown


DIXON, CA (MPG) - Dixon Public Library is offering a full schedule of youth and family-oriented events throughout October, including activities for children, teens and families.

Teen and tween programming includes Teen Miniature Golf Night from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 17. Participants ages 10 to 18 are invited to enjoy a library-themed round of miniature golf. Later in the month, the library will host a Halloween Cookie Decorating event for the same age group from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 30.

Younger children can participate in “Read to a Dog,” scheduled from 3 to 4 p.m. on both Monday, Oct. 20 and Oct. 27. The program allows children ages 5 to 12 to read aloud to certified therapy dogs in a calm, non-judgmental environment. The sessions are designed to encourage reading fluency and build confidence.

For families with children of various ages, Family Storytime will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21. The program includes group reading and activities suitable for all ages. A Special edition of Family Storytime, from 10 to 11 a.m. Oct. 28, will cover all things salmon from their role in nature to their lifecycle and more. Learners of all ages can enjoy this experience.

The library will also be present at the local Farmer’s Market on Oct. 22, offering a hands-on Library Craft activity from 5 to 5:45 p.m. Families are encouraged to stop by while visiting the market.

Additionally, Kids Homework Help is available from 4 to 5 p.m. Oct. 20 and 27 after school. The free tutoring is provided by Dixon High School Key Club members and is available on a first-come, first-served basis for students in kindergarten through sixth-grade.

The Dixon Public Library is at 230 N. First St.

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