Community Event

Pumpkin Centerpieces

Sauk Valley Community College 173 Il Rte 2, Dixon, IL, United States

Pumpkins are one of the most popular symbols of fall. Add some new flair to your decorating by creating a pumpkin focal point. Participants will learn how to make a fun centerpiece for any table, witches brew station or favorite haunt using faux and/or fresh flowers. Ages 16 and up. Cost: $29; all supplies included.

$29

John Deere Historic Site Fall Fest

John Deere Historic Site

October 12-13 from 10am-4pm at the John Deere Historic Site (8334 South Clinton Street, Grand Detour (Dixon), IL) From blacksmith demonstrations to wagon rides, face painting, and tons of kid-friendly activities Fall Fest has something for the whole family. Sunday only: live music from 1-3 by Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones  

Fall Fest

John Deere Historic Site

Annual Fall Fest at John Deere Historic Site. October 12-13. 10am to 4pm both days. Free admission and activities for the whole family. Live music Oct 13 featuring Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones 1pm to 3pm.. Food vendors on site.

Free

Country Hoedown Dixon!

Brandywine Event Center 441 IL Route 2, Dixon, IL, United States

Country Hoedown in Dixon! Is a country themed drag/burlesque show that we are bringing to Brandywine! Don't like country? I promise you will still enjoy this show as many of the performers are rockers themselves! This body positive show is 18+ and full of some amazing performers out of the Quad City area. -full bar with small selections of food […]

$30

John Deere Historic Site Fall Fest

John Deere Historic Site

October 12-13 from 10am-4pm at the John Deere Historic Site (8334 South Clinton Street, Grand Detour (Dixon), IL) From blacksmith demonstrations to wagon rides, face painting, and tons of kid-friendly activities Fall Fest has something for the whole family. Sunday only: live music from 1-3 by Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones

Dixon’s Darkest Day by Tom Wadsworth

Lake Court Center 404 Lake Court, Dixon, United States

On Sunday, October 13, Tom Wadsworth returns to Lost Lake Community to tell us the story of Dixon’s Darkest Day: The 1873 Collapse of the Truesdell Bridge. In terms of total deaths and injuries, the tragedy still stands as the worst road bridge disaster in American history. This one-hour PowerPoint presentation includes many original photos and images from 1873, and […]

Sunday Funday @ Dixon VFW Post 540

Dixon VFW Post 540 1560 IL Route 38, Dixon, IL, United States

Sunday Funday @ Dixon VFW Post 540 featuring live music by 3 Day Rain and food truck by Southwest Tacos. Sunday Oct 13 from 3-6 pm. Public is invited to attend.

Nature Drawing Lessons

Ruth Edwards Nature Center 2114 Lowell Park Road, Dixon, IL, United States

Drawing Nature: Lessons in drawing, identifying, and recording nature with artist Carolyn McKee-Freese Tuesdays from 10am to 12pm Session 1: October 1-November 5 Session 2: November 12-December 17 Location: Ruth Edwards Nature Center in Lowell Park

Wine Gala Fundraiser Celebrates Portugal

The Next Picture Show 113 W. 1st St, Dixon, United States

Good times for an even better cause The Next Picture Show welcomes the 3rd Wine Tasting Gala on Friday, Oct. 18. This event combines patrons’ support for the arts and a fine glass of wine (or two, or three). We’re excited to sample five wines from Portugal this year, presented by Wine Bow Fine Wines & Spirits. Find all the […]

$75