Dixon News Briefs 2-14-25
Feb 12, 2025 09:29AM ● By MPG StaffDixon Family Services, 155 N. Second St., is hosting a rummage sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 21 and 22. The organization is also looking to fill a part-time staff support position for additional clerical support. Courtesy photo
DHS Presents: Dixon’s Car Dealerships
The Dixon Historical Society is hosting a presentation on Dixon Car Dealerships of the 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. Feb. 16. Taking place at Dixon United Methodist Church, 209 Jefferson St., this free event will include the history of Charles McGimsey Ford, Ron DuPratt Ford, Emil Rossi, Oldsmobiles and Allis-Chalmers Tractors, Hughs Brothers Chevrolet and Movay Chevrolet. Several guest speakers from these organizations will attend. This will be the Dixon Historical Society’s first event in 2025.
For more information, visit dixonhistoricalsociety.org
Girls on the Rise
The Solano County Bar Association is hosting a professional development event for young women ages 15 to 25. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 22, participants can meet women leaders in career fields such as Law, STEM, Business and First Responders. Taking place at Solano County Event Center, 601 Texas St., Fairfield, guests will also be offered the opportunity to tour a courtroom; parents and guardians are welcome to attend.
For purchase tickets, visit Eventbrite.com.
Dixon Dolphins Swim Registration Now Open
The Dixon Dolphins Swim Team is doing early bird registration until Feb. 28. With early registration, participants can pay $315 and receive exclusive perks such as a sibling discount at $300 per additional swimmer. Beginning March 1, registration costs will increase to $350 per registrant. Volunteer opportunities are also available and preferred roles are first come, first served. Open for ages 4 to 18, the season begins in early April and ends in late July.
For more information, visit dixondolphins.swimtopia.com
Second annual Dixon FFA Car Show
The Dixon Future Farmers of America (FFA) is hosting the second annual Dixon FFA Car Show at Dixon High School, 555 College Way. From noon to 4 p.m. Feb. 15, the free public event will allow both Dixon High School and Dixon residents to showcase their cars to the public. Donations are welcome but not necessary and public parking will be available at the event.
For more information, visit the Dixon Calendar and Events Facebook page or contact [email protected].
Dine and Donate Fundraiser
The Sacramento Valley National Support Committee is hosting a dine-and-donate event at The Brass Tap, 783 Orange Drive, Vacaville. From 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Feb. 24, guests can drop by, meet the support committee, and grab lunch, dinner or take-out; present the flier (either physically or digitally) or mention the fundraiser to dedicate 15% of your total food and non-alcoholic beverage cost to the Sacramento Valley National Support Committee’s Avenue of the Flags.
For more information, contact [email protected].
Almond Bloom Playdate
The Bombshell group, a collective of event planners, artists and small businesses, is hosting the Almond Bloom Playdate from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 1. Taking place at 5751 Fry Road, Vacaville, this in-person event offers Easter-themed crafts and photo opportunities with farm animals and the Easter Bunny. Because it is held in a private almond orchard, reservations are required due to limited parking.
For more information visit Eventbrite.com.
Dixon Family Services’ Rummage Sale
Dixon Family Services, 155 N. Second St., is hosting a rummage sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 21 and 22. The sale will have a wide variety of products on offer, including household items, clothes, vintage collectibles, antiques, books, videos, plants, games, toys and much more. Support Dixon Family Services while you treasure hunt. Only cash will be accepted at this event.
For more information, visit the Dixon Family Services Facebook page.
Ruhstaller Comedy Show
Ruhstaller Beer Farm, 6686 Sievers Road, is holding a series of comedy shows throughout 2025, the next of which occurs from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Feb. 27. Hosted by comedian Eric Somers, for $17.85 per person, guests will see performances from Sydney Stigerts, Adam Tiller and Teddy Hull.
For more information, visit the Stand-up Ruhstaller Facebook page. To buy tickets, visit Eventbrite.com.
2025 Dixon Rotary Crab Feed
The Rotary Club of Dixon is hosting its 21st annual crab feed at 6 p.m. Feb. 22. Enjoy fresh Dungeness crab, pasta, salad and bread. After dinner, dance the night away to The Time Bandits. There will also be raffle prizes and a silent auction in which guests can participate. General admission is $81.88 per person.
For more information, visit Eventbrite.com, or call 916-240-0147.
Veteran’s Dinner
American Legion Post 208 is hosting a Veteran’s Dinner from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Veterans’ Memorial Hall, 1305 N. First St. An all-you-can-eat fish, hush puppies, fries and coleslaw is $12 per person.
For more information, visit American Legion Post 208’s Facebook page.