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Nov 04, 2025 03:29PM ● By MPG Staff
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Solano-Yolo Rugby Club is hosting two training camps Nov. 22 and Dec. 6. Held in Hall Park, 450 Hall Park Dr., the free camps will teach 3rd- to 12th-grade boys and girls the basics of rugby. Photo by Nicolas Brown


G3 Team vs. Team Submission Grappling Tournament

Gladiators of the Third Millennium, in partnership with Dixon High School Rams’ Vault, is hosting a Team versus Team grappling competition from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 15. Held at Dixon Performing Arts Center, 555 College Way, the event offers a series of high-level Brazilian jiujitsu and grappling martial arts competitions among competitors from around the world. Tickets are $30 per person.

For more information, visit @g3millennium on Instagram or call Team Alpha at 707-353-0442.

Ryukyukan Returns

The 24th annual Ryukyukan International Karate and Kobudo tournament, organized by Ramtown Karate, returns at 8 a.m. Nov. 8. Held in the Dixon High School Gymnasium, 555 College Way, the event is significant in the martial arts community, celebrating the traditions of Okinawan and Japanese Karate. The tournament begins at 9:30 a.m., and the knockdown weigh-in begins at 12:30 p.m.

For more information, visit ramtownkarate.com/tournament/ or call 707-678-4899.

Dixon Library Book Club

Dixon Library is hosting its monthly morning book club meeting from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nov. 13. The morning book club is a monthly, adult-oriented group that will be reading “The Housemaid” by Freida McFaden. 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.

Autumn Breeze Car Show

Farmstead at Dixon is hosting a car show from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 8. Held at Farmstead, 350 Gateway Dr., the free event will include car exhibits, refreshments and local vendors. All ages are welcome. Car and vendor entrants should email [email protected] or call 707-676-5060.

For more information, visit farmsteadatdixon.com or email [email protected].

Veterans Dinner

American Legion Post 208 is hosting a Veterans Dinner at 6 p.m. Nov. 7. The dinner, held at The American Legion Veterans Hall, 1305 N. First St., offers a BBQ dinner for $25 per guest. Entrees include tri-tip and chicken with sides. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m., but the bar opens at 4 p.m..  

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

Joystick’s One-Year Anniversary

Joystick Gaming Lounge will celebrate its one-year anniversary from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Nov. 15. Hosted on location, 420 Gateway Drive, Suite C, the event will include a 1 p.m. ribbon cutting, performances by Dixon Dance Studio at 2:30 p.m. and Ramtown Karate at 4 p.m., along with food trucks, arcade specials, retail discounts and prize giveaways.

For more information, visit joystickdixon.com or call 707-676-5697.

“Mommy or Daddy and Me” Cookie Class

Every Baking Moment is hosting a “Mommy or Daddy and Me” Thanksgiving Cookie Class at 10 a.m. Nov. 22. Held at the shop, 143 N. First St., the 90-minute session costs $40 and includes all necessary supplies. Instructor Renee will lead the class, and space is limited.

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

Rugby Camps

Solano-Yolo Rugby Club is hosting two training camps Nov. 22 and Dec. 6. Held in Hall Park, 450 Hall Park Dr., the free camps will teach 3rd- to 12th-grade boys and girls the basics of rugby. No experience is necessary, but only kids and adolescents from Solano and Yolo counties are eligible. Organizers implore attendees to bring cleats and water. Camps are scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 22 and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 6.

For more information, visit solanoyouthrugby.com or email [email protected].

Dixon Girls Softball Registration

Dixon Girls Softball has opened registration for the Spring 2026 season. Early registration ended Oct. 31, but regular registration began Nov. 1 and lasts until Dec. 31. Regular registration costs $225.  Dixon Girls Softball is also looking for dedicated and enthusiastic coaches to join their 12U Travel and 10U Select teams for the upcoming season.

For more information or to register, visit dixongirlssoftball.com or email [email protected]. Coaching applications are available on the Dixon Girls Softball Facebook page.

A Magical Victorian Christmas

The City of Dixon, in partnership with the Downtown Dixon Business Association (DDBA), is hosting yuletide festivities in the downtown area from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 6. The event will include a stationary parade of Christmas floats and tractors, a special appearance from Santa, live music, train rides, vendors and the tree lighting at 7 p.m. in Women’s Improvement Park, 220 N. Jefferson St. Notably, First Street/CA 113 will be closed between East C Street to East Mayes throughout the event.

For more information, visit downtowndixonca.com or call 707-678-8400.