With heavy rain and flooding on the horizon, Dixon Fire Department is offering sandbags to the community throughout the week. The fire station, 205 Ford Way, is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Photo by Nicolas Brown

Dixon Chamber Connections Networking

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce is hosting a networking event from noon to 1:30 p.m. Jan. 1. This free in-person event, held at The Farmstead at Dixon, 350 Gateway Drive, allows local professionals to connect. Offering a diverse range of potential connections, attendees are encouraged to bring business cards.

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

Christmas Tree Recycling Fundraiser

Boy Scout Troop 152 is hosting a tree recycling fundraiser Jan. 3 and 10. Dixonites can sign up online to have their Christmas trees recycled by local Boy Scouts after the New Year for a donation. No donation is too small, but a suggested donation of $20 per tree is appreciated. Proceeds will fund campouts, service projects, equipment, leadership training and year-round adventure for the troop.

For more information or to sign up, visit troop152dixon.com or call 707-676-6152.

Read to a Dog

Dixon Library is hosting Read to a Dog from 3 to 4 p.m. Dec. 29. Hosted at the library, 230 N. First St., the activity provides children ages five to 12 with the opportunity to read aloud to certified therapy dogs. The program offers a relaxed, non-judgmental environment aimed at improving reading fluency and building positive reading experiences. 

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

Easy as Pizza

Soroptimist International of Dixon is partnering with Pizza Guys for a fundraiser all day Jan. 12. Held at Pizza Guys, 1455 Ary Lane, attendees are encouraged to mention Soroptimist when they order to participate. A portion of sales will be donated to the club for community grants.

For more information, visit the Dixon Calendar and Events Facebook page or call 707-693-6666.

Dixon Girls Softball Registration

Dixon Girls Softball has opened registration for the Spring 2026 season. Regular registration lasts until Dec. 31, with late registration lasting from Jan. 1 to Jan. 15. Regular registration costs $225 and late registration costs $250.  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.

Dixon Library Book Club

Dixon Library is hosting its monthly morning book club meeting from 11 a.m. to noon Jan. 8. The morning book club is a monthly, adult-oriented group that will be reading “They Called Us Enemy” by George Takei. 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.

Friendly Bookworm Christmas Sale

The Friendly Bookworm is hosting a Christmas sale until Jan. 3. Located at 230 N. First St., next to the library, the bookstore is offering 50% off all Christmas merchandise, including books, jigsaw puzzles, movies, greeting cards, toys and music CDs. Notably, the shop will be closed Dec. 24 to Dec. 26 and Dec. 31 to Jan. 31.

For more information, visit the Friends of the Dixon Library Facebook page or call 707-624-0144.

Sandbags Available

With heavy rain and flooding on the horizon, Dixon Fire Department is offering sandbags to the community throughout the week. The fire station, 205 Ford Way, is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sand is available on the northwest corner of A St. and Jackson St. To report flooding during business hours, call 707-678-7030. For all other issues during business hours, call 707-678-7000.  After hours, call 707-678-7080.

For more information, visit the City of Dixon, CA Facebook page or call 707-678-7060.

Cat Show at the May Fair

The Cat Fanciers’ Association Northwest Region Cat Show, titled “Cats Royale,” will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 10. Held in Madden Hall, 655 S. First St., exhibitor hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with public visiting hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for children, students with identification and seniors, and $40 for families. The show will feature a variety of cat breeds and include a costume contest.

For more information, visit dixonmayfair.com or call 707-678-5529.

New Year’s Cake Class

Every Baking Moment is offering a New Year's themed cake baking class from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 30. Held at the shop, 143 N. First St., the class will educate attendees on how to decorate a 6” cake to take home. The program is $50 per person and all supplies will be provided.

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