Registration for Lambtown Festival workshops began July 19 and will remain open until the night before each workshop. The annual festival is scheduled for Oct. 4 and Oct. 5. Photo by Debra Dingman

Veterans’ Dinner

American Legion Post 208 is hosting a Veterans’ Dinner from 4 to 9 p.m. July 25. The dinner, held at Veterans’ Memorial Hall, 1305 N. First St. offers an all-you-can-eat meal for $12 per guest. Dishes include penne pasta with red sauce and meatballs, bread and a salad.  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.

Dixon Community Theater Presents Treasure Island

Dixon Community Theater will begin hosting auditions for its upcoming youth production of “Treasure Island.” The show will be directed by Angel Gatchel with support from Kelly Pidgeon James. The youth production will have a young cast of actors from 6 to 16 years old. Audition dates will be announced soon. Show dates include Oct. 17, 18 and 19.

For more information, visit the Dixon Calendar and Events Facebook page or call 707-903-8387.

Mixer at Best Western Plus

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce is hosting a networking mixer from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. July 30. Held at Best Western Plus, 1345 Commercial Way, the free event is open to the public and offers a no-host bar, snacks and raffle prizes. Attendees can bring a friend to receive a free raffle ticket.

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

Lambtown Festival Workshop Registration

Registration for Lambtown Festival workshops began July 19 and will remain open until the evening before each workshop. Workshops are varied, offering 31 teachers and 55 subjects. Interested parties can filter out options by craft category or skill level on the website. Workshops will occur throughout the Lambtown Festival, Oct. 4 and 5 at the Dixon May Fairgrounds, 655 S. First St. Admission will cost $25 for weekend passes, $20 for Oct. 4, $15 for Oct. 5 and $5 Oct. 5 after 1 p.m. Children 12 and under get in free.

For more information or to register, visit lambtown.org or contact [email protected].

Backpack to the Future

Dixon Unified School District is hosting its annual back-to-school festival from 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 2. Held in Pardi Plaza, 132 E. A St., the family-friendly event offers attendees community resources, food, games, music and a free backpack and supplies (while supplies last). 

For more information, visit the Dixon Unified School District Facebook page or call 707-693-6300.

Rec Swim at Pat Granucci Aquatic Center

Pat Grannucci Aquatic Center is offering recreational swim from 1 to 4 p.m. every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday throughout the summer. Located at 450 E. Mayes St., the summer pool schedule will be in effect until Aug. 4. 

For more information, visit cityofdixonca.gov or call 707-678-7000.

Farmstead at Dixon Bridge Club

Farmstead at Dixon is hosting bridge club at 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Held at Farmstead, 350 Gateway Drive, the weekly event is open to both residents of the senior living center as well as community members. First-time attendees can RSVP 24 hours in advance to receive a complimentary lunch at 11:30 a.m. Bridge Club attendees will meet in the private dining room.

For more information, visit farmsteadatdixon.com. To RSVP, call 707-676-5060 or email [email protected]

Keep Dixon Green Community Meet-up

Keep Dixon Green is hosting a community meet-up and Q+A session from 6 to 8 p.m. July 24. Held at the Dixon Senior Center, 201 S. Fifth St., the grassroots movement is dedicated to preserving Dixon’s small-town heritage. 

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

Dixon Chamber Connections Networking

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce is hosting a networking event from noon to 1:30 p.m. Aug. 7. 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.

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.