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SUMMARY:Tools for School
DESCRIPTION:First-come\, first-serve event which backpacks available for families who are in need of assistance. \nThursday\, August 7th \nTime Shifts: \nsensory time: 8-8:30am \n9am-1pm \n4pm-6pm
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/tools-for-school-2/
LOCATION:Dixon Elks Lodge\, 1279 Franklin Grove Rd.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tools for School":MAILTO:mdallas@dps170.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T170000
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SUMMARY:National Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Join us on August 5th for a free family friendly event featuring touch a trunk and more
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/national-night-out/
LOCATION:Dixon Park District Facility\, 1312 Washington Ave.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Country Line Dancing and Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Monday night at Mad Water Saloon for line dancing and lessons! Only $2 per dancer! \n5:30pm-6pm is a more “intermediate” “advanced” class where we work on learning one challenging dance for 4-5 weeks\n6:00-8:30pm is open dancing to all ages and levels. Children are welcome until 8pm with adults. Usually ages 8 and up do well with this class. \nWe have a lesson at 6:30 and another at 7:30 where you will be able to learn a full dance\, step by step with instructor Rachel Young of Dixon Country Dancing. The rest of the open dance time you are welcome to hop in and try to catch on to any of the dances. We love having people come for parties\, celebrations\, or just get out of the house and meet new people! \nVisit Dixon Country Dancing on Facebook or svdance.weebly.com
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/country-line-dancing-and-lessons/2025-08-04/
LOCATION:Mad Water Saloon\, 321 W 1st St\, Dixon\, 61064\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dixon Country Dancing":MAILTO:skiluvr56@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250803T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250803T160000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T165631Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Charity
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Charity explores the turbulent love life of Charity Hope Valentine\, a hopelessly romantic but comically unfortunate dance hall hostess in New York City. The musical features a score by Cy Coleman\, lyrics by Dorothy Fields\, and a book by Neil Simon. With well-known songs like “Big Spender”\, “If My Friends Could See Me Now”\, “The Rhythm of Life”\, and “Rich Man’s Frug”.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/sweet-charity-6/
LOCATION:The Dixon: Historic Theatre\, 114 S Galena Ave.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Dixon%3A Historic Theatre":MAILTO:scottfattizzi@thedixon.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250803T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T214028Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Hiking Tours
DESCRIPTION:Ready to explore wild Illinois? Join guided hiking tours\, led by Nachusa Grasslands Interpreter\, Heather Herakovich. From gentle strolls to challenging treks\, explore diverse habitats\, sandstone outcroppings\, and the inspiring story of restoration in action. Discover the beauty and the wildlife that calls it home. For more information and to signup: www.nachusagrasslands.org/guidedhikes
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/guided-hiking-tours-2/2025-08-03/
LOCATION:Nachusa Grasslands Visitor Center\, 2075 Lowden Road\, Franklin Grove\, IL\, 61031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nachusa":MAILTO:dee.hudson@tnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T210000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250228T165531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T165531Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Charity
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Charity explores the turbulent love life of Charity Hope Valentine\, a hopelessly romantic but comically unfortunate dance hall hostess in New York City. The musical features a score by Cy Coleman\, lyrics by Dorothy Fields\, and a book by Neil Simon. With well-known songs like “Big Spender”\, “If My Friends Could See Me Now”\, “The Rhythm of Life”\, and “Rich Man’s Frug”.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/sweet-charity-5/
LOCATION:The Dixon: Historic Theatre\, 114 S Galena Ave.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Dixon%3A Historic Theatre":MAILTO:scottfattizzi@thedixon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T150000
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CREATED:20250725T170541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T170541Z
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SUMMARY:Find Waldo Local: Where's Waldo Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Where’s Waldo Celebration \n25 opportunities to find Waldo in Dixon\, find Waldo 20 times and have a chance to win grand prize. \nEvent is followed by celebration at Books on First on August 2nd!
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/find-waldo-local-wheres-waldo-party/
LOCATION:Books on First\, 202 W 1st Street\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Books on First":MAILTO:chin@booksonfirst.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T214028Z
UID:10005287-1754128800-1754143200@www.discoverdixon.com
SUMMARY:Guided Hiking Tours
DESCRIPTION:Ready to explore wild Illinois? Join guided hiking tours\, led by Nachusa Grasslands Interpreter\, Heather Herakovich. From gentle strolls to challenging treks\, explore diverse habitats\, sandstone outcroppings\, and the inspiring story of restoration in action. Discover the beauty and the wildlife that calls it home. For more information and to signup: www.nachusagrasslands.org/guidedhikes
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/guided-hiking-tours-2/2025-08-02/
LOCATION:Nachusa Grasslands Visitor Center\, 2075 Lowden Road\, Franklin Grove\, IL\, 61031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nachusa":MAILTO:dee.hudson@tnc.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250227T152119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T152119Z
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SUMMARY:CER LARP 2025 (Kingdom of Northbourne\, North IL\, USA)
DESCRIPTION:You can RSVP here on Facebook or at CERLARP.com\nCome participate in the 2025 CER LARP season.\nThe might of the North is Eternal.\nCER is an local custom LARP system built from the ground up with emphasis on narrative\, puzzle solving\, and exciting combat. Normal campaign events (this one) is $5 paid in person before play; however as a new player your first session is FREE to participate in. (Planning on hitting the whole season? Ask about our season pass to prepay for the entirety of the year to save on dues.)\nCome experience the thrill of live action role-playing in our monthly group. We are now actively recruiting for the 2024-25 season! CER provides a welcoming yet competitive entry to LARP. CER is a locally created and maintained game that is open to all new and seasoned role-players.\nWe request that players be ages 14+ unless accompanied by an adult. Loaner equipment will be available on a first-come\, first-serve basis.\nPlease bring LARP garb and equipment appropriate to the weather\, plenty of water\, and bug spray/sunblock!\nFirst time players will need to be 18+ or have a legal guardian present to sign a waiver of liability with a valid photo ID.\nThe first portion of the session will be dedicated to new player registration and player shopping. The we will have announcement and a safety brief before our two-part roleplay/combat encounters.\nNEW PLAYERS: YOUR FIRST SESSION IS FREE! And our free rulebook has all the information on how to start including what to expect from your first session and what you should wear. Please find the link below.\nOur Rulebook and other links can be found at CERLARP.com
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/cer-larp-2025-kingdom-of-northbourne-north-il-usa-2/2025-08-02/
LOCATION:Granny Rose K-9 Enrichment Center\, 613 River Ln\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="CER LARP":MAILTO:larpcer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T170000
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SUMMARY:CER LARP 2025 (Kingdom of Northbourne\, North IL\, USA)
DESCRIPTION:You can RSVP here on Facebook or at CERLARP.com\nCome participate in the 2025 CER LARP season.\nThe might of the North is Eternal.\nCER is an local custom LARP system built from the ground up with emphasis on narrative\, puzzle solving\, and exciting combat. Normal campaign events (this one) is $5 paid in person before play; however as a new player your first session is FREE to participate in. (Planning on hitting the whole season? Ask about our season pass to prepay for the entirety of the year to save on dues.)\nCome experience the thrill of live action role-playing in our monthly group. We are now actively recruiting for the 2024-25 season! CER provides a welcoming yet competitive entry to LARP. CER is a locally created and maintained game that is open to all new and seasoned role-players.\nWe request that players be ages 14+ unless accompanied by an adult. Loaner equipment will be available on a first-come\, first-serve basis.\nPlease bring LARP garb and equipment appropriate to the weather\, plenty of water\, and bug spray/sunblock!\nFirst time players will need to be 18+ or have a legal guardian present to sign a waiver of liability with a valid photo ID.\nThe first portion of the session will be dedicated to new player registration and player shopping. The we will have announcement and a safety brief before our two-part roleplay/combat encounters.\nNEW PLAYERS: YOUR FIRST SESSION IS FREE! And our free rulebook has all the information on how to start including what to expect from your first session and what you should wear. Please find the link below.\nOur Rulebook and other links can be found at CERLARP.com
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/cer-larp-2025-kingdom-of-northbourne-north-il-usa/2025-08-02/
LOCATION:Granny Rose K-9 Enrichment Center\, 613 River Ln\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="CER LARP":MAILTO:larpcer@gmail.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250803
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T162454Z
UID:10004580-1754092800-1754179199@www.discoverdixon.com
SUMMARY:St. Anne Catholic School 3v3 Soccer Tournament
DESCRIPTION:We are so excited for our 3rd annual 3v3 soccer tournament held on our St. Anne school campus. Save the date for August 2-3\, 2025!\nYou can expect lots of soccer\, fun and food for the whole family. Registration opens in May. Max 5 per team – $25 per player.\nFollow along on our facebook event page! Email Cfiessinger@stanneschooldixon.org with any questions!
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/st-anne-catholic-school-3v3-soccer-tournament/
LOCATION:St Anne Catholic School\, 1112 N Brinton Ave\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T210000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250228T165435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T165435Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Charity
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Charity explores the turbulent love life of Charity Hope Valentine\, a hopelessly romantic but comically unfortunate dance hall hostess in New York City. The musical features a score by Cy Coleman\, lyrics by Dorothy Fields\, and a book by Neil Simon. With well-known songs like “Big Spender”\, “If My Friends Could See Me Now”\, “The Rhythm of Life”\, and “Rich Man’s Frug”.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/sweet-charity-4/
LOCATION:The Dixon: Historic Theatre\, 114 S Galena Ave.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Dixon%3A Historic Theatre":MAILTO:scottfattizzi@thedixon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T180000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250725T170200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T170200Z
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SUMMARY:Lost Lake Community Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:American red Cross Blood Drive held in Lost Lake Community at the Community Room: 404 Lake Ct\, Dixon IL on August 1st from 1-6pm. \nSEE ATTACHMENT FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SIGN UP
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/lost-lake-community-blood-drive-2/
LOCATION:Lost Lake Community’s Lake Court Center\, 404 Lake Court\, Dixon\, I\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T210000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250228T165333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T165333Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Charity
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Charity explores the turbulent love life of Charity Hope Valentine\, a hopelessly romantic but comically unfortunate dance hall hostess in New York City. The musical features a score by Cy Coleman\, lyrics by Dorothy Fields\, and a book by Neil Simon. With well-known songs like “Big Spender”\, “If My Friends Could See Me Now”\, “The Rhythm of Life”\, and “Rich Man’s Frug”.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/sweet-charity-3/
LOCATION:The Dixon: Historic Theatre\, 114 S Galena Ave.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Dixon%3A Historic Theatre":MAILTO:scottfattizzi@thedixon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T203000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250519T135419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T135419Z
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SUMMARY:Dixon Municipal Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Dixon Municipal Band presents Summer Sounds 2025 on Thursday evening at the Page Park Band Shell at 7:30 PM.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/dixon-municipal-band-concert-2/2025-07-31/
LOCATION:Page Park Band Shell\, Lincoln Statue Drive\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T170000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250227T152401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T204956Z
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SUMMARY:Dixon Quartermania Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Quartermania is a cross between an auction and a raffle\, where you “bid” a quarter to win a prize . When you check in\, you will pick up a paddle which is used for bidding on the items you want to win. A chip with your paddle number is placed in the chip bucket. The vendor highlights their business and a product. If you would like to bid\, you place one quarter per paddle in a basket\,. THEN HOLD UP YOUR PADDLE(s) and wait for your number to be called! When your number is drawn and you have your paddle raised\, you WIN that item! Vendors also have products for sale. Guests bring quarters & quarters are sold at the event. Organizations have many raffle items to win too. Come and join in this fun fundraiser! Funds are raised from the $5 donation per Paddle.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/dixon-quartermania-fundraiser/2025-07-29/
LOCATION:Dixon Elks Lodge\, 1279 Franklin Grove Rd.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dixon Quartermania Fundraiser":MAILTO:dstj@grics.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250728T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250728T203000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20241202T202527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T202527Z
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SUMMARY:Country Line Dancing and Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Monday night at Mad Water Saloon for line dancing and lessons! Only $2 per dancer! \n5:30pm-6pm is a more “intermediate” “advanced” class where we work on learning one challenging dance for 4-5 weeks\n6:00-8:30pm is open dancing to all ages and levels. Children are welcome until 8pm with adults. Usually ages 8 and up do well with this class. \nWe have a lesson at 6:30 and another at 7:30 where you will be able to learn a full dance\, step by step with instructor Rachel Young of Dixon Country Dancing. The rest of the open dance time you are welcome to hop in and try to catch on to any of the dances. We love having people come for parties\, celebrations\, or just get out of the house and meet new people! \nVisit Dixon Country Dancing on Facebook or svdance.weebly.com
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/country-line-dancing-and-lessons/2025-07-28/
LOCATION:Mad Water Saloon\, 321 W 1st St\, Dixon\, 61064\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dixon Country Dancing":MAILTO:skiluvr56@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T160000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250228T165154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T165154Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Charity
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Charity explores the turbulent love life of Charity Hope Valentine\, a hopelessly romantic but comically unfortunate dance hall hostess in New York City. The musical features a score by Cy Coleman\, lyrics by Dorothy Fields\, and a book by Neil Simon. With well-known songs like “Big Spender”\, “If My Friends Could See Me Now”\, “The Rhythm of Life”\, and “Rich Man’s Frug”.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/sweet-charity-2/
LOCATION:The Dixon: Historic Theatre\, 114 S Galena Ave.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Dixon%3A Historic Theatre":MAILTO:scottfattizzi@thedixon.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T220000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250228T165010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T165010Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Charity
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Charity explores the turbulent love life of Charity Hope Valentine\, a hopelessly romantic but comically unfortunate dance hall hostess in New York City. The musical features a score by Cy Coleman\, lyrics by Dorothy Fields\, and a book by Neil Simon. With well-known songs like “Big Spender”\, “If My Friends Could See Me Now”\, “The Rhythm of Life”\, and “Rich Man’s Frug”.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/sweet-charity/
LOCATION:The Dixon: Historic Theatre\, 114 S Galena Ave.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Dixon%3A Historic Theatre":MAILTO:scottfattizzi@thedixon.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250611T165025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T165419Z
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SUMMARY:Rock River Riders Motorcycle Club Hillclimb
DESCRIPTION:Donation at gate $15: 12 and under free.\nGates open at 9a.m.\nRace starts at NOON \nEnter into the bike show: Custom/Stock/ Vintage\nCome Listen to the band 3 on the tree starts after hillclimb ends and runs until dusk. \nFree tent camping the night before\, concessions and vendors on site.\nNo pets\, No kegs\, No A.T.M. \nTo stay up to date on information follow us on facebook: Rock River Riders Motorcycle Club\nwebsite: https://rockriverridersmc.org/
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/rock-river-riders-motorcycle-club-hillclimb/
LOCATION:Rock River Riders Motorcycle Club\, 6719 W Pines Rd\, Oregon\, I\, 61061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rock River Riders Motorcycle Club":MAILTO:rockriverridersmc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T220000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250228T164903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T164903Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Charity - RED CARPET OPENING
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Charity explores the turbulent love life of Charity Hope Valentine\, a hopelessly romantic but comically unfortunate dance hall hostess in New York City. The musical features a score by Cy Coleman\, lyrics by Dorothy Fields\, and a book by Neil Simon. With well-known songs like “Big Spender”\, “If My Friends Could See Me Now”\, “The Rhythm of Life”\, and “Rich Man’s Frug”.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/sweet-charity-red-carpet-opening/
LOCATION:The Dixon: Historic Theatre\, 114 S Galena Ave.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Dixon%3A Historic Theatre":MAILTO:scottfattizzi@thedixon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T203000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250519T135419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T135419Z
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SUMMARY:Dixon Municipal Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Dixon Municipal Band presents Summer Sounds 2025 on Thursday evening at the Page Park Band Shell at 7:30 PM.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/dixon-municipal-band-concert-2/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Page Park Band Shell\, Lincoln Statue Drive\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T180000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250625T164438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T164438Z
UID:10005262-1753272000-1753293600@www.discoverdixon.com
SUMMARY:Shining Star Children's Advocacy Center Community Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us on July 23rd from 12pm to 6pm for a community open house at Shining Star Children’s Advocacy Center. Shining Star CAC serves children and families from Ogle and Lee counties who have been affected by child abuse. Attend our open house to learn more about the services we offer children and families\, tour our center\, and meet our staff.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/shining-star-childrens-advocacy-center-community-open-house/
LOCATION:215 E 1st St. Suite 110 Dixon\, IL 61021\, 215 E 1st St. Suite 110\, Dixon\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shining Star Children's Advocacy Center":MAILTO:jcash@shiningstarcac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T203000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20241202T202527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T202527Z
UID:10004384-1753119000-1753129800@www.discoverdixon.com
SUMMARY:Country Line Dancing and Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Monday night at Mad Water Saloon for line dancing and lessons! Only $2 per dancer! \n5:30pm-6pm is a more “intermediate” “advanced” class where we work on learning one challenging dance for 4-5 weeks\n6:00-8:30pm is open dancing to all ages and levels. Children are welcome until 8pm with adults. Usually ages 8 and up do well with this class. \nWe have a lesson at 6:30 and another at 7:30 where you will be able to learn a full dance\, step by step with instructor Rachel Young of Dixon Country Dancing. The rest of the open dance time you are welcome to hop in and try to catch on to any of the dances. We love having people come for parties\, celebrations\, or just get out of the house and meet new people! \nVisit Dixon Country Dancing on Facebook or svdance.weebly.com
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/country-line-dancing-and-lessons/2025-07-21/
LOCATION:Mad Water Saloon\, 321 W 1st St\, Dixon\, 61064\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dixon Country Dancing":MAILTO:skiluvr56@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T143000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250618T161418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T161418Z
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SUMMARY:Edible Art Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to turn your snacks into masterpieces. In this tasty session\, youth ages 8-14\, will explore their creativity with projects that are hands-on\, imaginative and edible! Come ready to create\, play\, and enjoy some sweet treats along the way\, including edible sand art\, licorice perler beads\, and gooey pudding slime. $10 per child covers all supplies. Register at go.illinois.edu/SummerEdibleArt
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/edible-art-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Dixon Public Library\, 221 S Hennepin Ave.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T220000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250228T164728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T164728Z
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SUMMARY:The 4 C Notes - Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Tribute
DESCRIPTION:THE FOUR C NOTES are the Midwest’s ONLY tribute recreating the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons! THE FOUR C NOTES were created by John Michael Coppola best known for his appearance in Chicago’s long-running production of the Broadway smash hit JERSEY BOYS! The 90-minute show features everyone’s favorite hits: “Sherry\,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry\,” “Walk Like A Man\,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You\,” “Workin’ My way Back To You (Babe)\,” “Let’s Hang On\,” “Oh\, What A Night (December 1963)” and many\, many more! Dressed in matching vintage outfits\, with smart 50s/60s-guy-group-inspired moves and Mr. Coppola’s legitimate\, in-depth knowledge of this music\, THE FOUR C NOTES give an authenticity to their performance that similar tribute groups simply cannot match … ANYWHERE!
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/the-4-c-notes-frankie-valli-and-the-four-seasons-tribute/
LOCATION:The Dixon: Historic Theatre\, 114 S Galena Ave.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Dixon%3A Historic Theatre":MAILTO:scottfattizzi@thedixon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T170000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250227T152119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T152119Z
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SUMMARY:CER LARP 2025 (Kingdom of Northbourne\, North IL\, USA)
DESCRIPTION:You can RSVP here on Facebook or at CERLARP.com\nCome participate in the 2025 CER LARP season.\nThe might of the North is Eternal.\nCER is an local custom LARP system built from the ground up with emphasis on narrative\, puzzle solving\, and exciting combat. Normal campaign events (this one) is $5 paid in person before play; however as a new player your first session is FREE to participate in. (Planning on hitting the whole season? Ask about our season pass to prepay for the entirety of the year to save on dues.)\nCome experience the thrill of live action role-playing in our monthly group. We are now actively recruiting for the 2024-25 season! CER provides a welcoming yet competitive entry to LARP. CER is a locally created and maintained game that is open to all new and seasoned role-players.\nWe request that players be ages 14+ unless accompanied by an adult. Loaner equipment will be available on a first-come\, first-serve basis.\nPlease bring LARP garb and equipment appropriate to the weather\, plenty of water\, and bug spray/sunblock!\nFirst time players will need to be 18+ or have a legal guardian present to sign a waiver of liability with a valid photo ID.\nThe first portion of the session will be dedicated to new player registration and player shopping. The we will have announcement and a safety brief before our two-part roleplay/combat encounters.\nNEW PLAYERS: YOUR FIRST SESSION IS FREE! And our free rulebook has all the information on how to start including what to expect from your first session and what you should wear. Please find the link below.\nOur Rulebook and other links can be found at CERLARP.com
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/cer-larp-2025-kingdom-of-northbourne-north-il-usa-2/2025-07-19/
LOCATION:Granny Rose K-9 Enrichment Center\, 613 River Ln\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="CER LARP":MAILTO:larpcer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T170000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250227T151902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T151902Z
UID:10004467-1752912000-1752944400@www.discoverdixon.com
SUMMARY:CER LARP 2025 (Kingdom of Northbourne\, North IL\, USA)
DESCRIPTION:You can RSVP here on Facebook or at CERLARP.com\nCome participate in the 2025 CER LARP season.\nThe might of the North is Eternal.\nCER is an local custom LARP system built from the ground up with emphasis on narrative\, puzzle solving\, and exciting combat. Normal campaign events (this one) is $5 paid in person before play; however as a new player your first session is FREE to participate in. (Planning on hitting the whole season? Ask about our season pass to prepay for the entirety of the year to save on dues.)\nCome experience the thrill of live action role-playing in our monthly group. We are now actively recruiting for the 2024-25 season! CER provides a welcoming yet competitive entry to LARP. CER is a locally created and maintained game that is open to all new and seasoned role-players.\nWe request that players be ages 14+ unless accompanied by an adult. Loaner equipment will be available on a first-come\, first-serve basis.\nPlease bring LARP garb and equipment appropriate to the weather\, plenty of water\, and bug spray/sunblock!\nFirst time players will need to be 18+ or have a legal guardian present to sign a waiver of liability with a valid photo ID.\nThe first portion of the session will be dedicated to new player registration and player shopping. The we will have announcement and a safety brief before our two-part roleplay/combat encounters.\nNEW PLAYERS: YOUR FIRST SESSION IS FREE! And our free rulebook has all the information on how to start including what to expect from your first session and what you should wear. Please find the link below.\nOur Rulebook and other links can be found at CERLARP.com
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/cer-larp-2025-kingdom-of-northbourne-north-il-usa/2025-07-19/
LOCATION:Granny Rose K-9 Enrichment Center\, 613 River Ln\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="CER LARP":MAILTO:larpcer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T190000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250708T025930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T025930Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Hiking Tours
DESCRIPTION:Join Nachusa Grasslands summer interpreter\, Heather Herakovich\, on hikes exploring preserve areas outside the bison units. Learn about our flora and fauna\, management practices\, and ways you can become involved in our efforts. \nThe hikes are free of charge\, but we do ask that you sign up. For more information and to signup: www.signupgenius.com/go/5080945AFA82BAAFB6-nachusa9#/
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/guided-hiking-tours/2025-07-18/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T203000
DTSTAMP:20260727T182127
CREATED:20250519T135419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T135419Z
UID:10005231-1752780600-1752784200@www.discoverdixon.com
SUMMARY:Dixon Municipal Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Dixon Municipal Band presents Summer Sounds 2025 on Thursday evening at the Page Park Band Shell at 7:30 PM.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/dixon-municipal-band-concert-2/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:Page Park Band Shell\, Lincoln Statue Drive\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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