Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Albrecht named Future Leader; Upcoming Events Info


Last night DMS Executive Director Josh Albrecht was awarded the Future Leaders Award by the Chamber of Commerce. And, Jim Sarver of Sinnissippi Centers (former DMS Board Member) was named the Citizen of the Year! The VFW was named Organization of the year and KSB Hospital was named Business of the Year during the Chamber's annual banquet. Congratulations to all!

TIE-ONE-ON PARTY THIS FRIDAY NIGHT
Join DMS volunteers as we guest bartend at The Stables on Friday, February 1 from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. and maybe a little longer if we can talk Ryan into it! The theme is Tie-One-On and all guests are encouraged to wear their craziest neck tie in the best way they can think of. Prizes awarded for best and worst ties. Some unique drink specials are in the works as well. We will have live music by Burn N' Bush, door prizes and general shenanigans. https://www.facebook.com/events/535162099847860/


I LOVE MAIN STREET GALA
Our Annual Dixon Main Street Gala is set for Saturday, February 16 at the Post House Ballroom. This year's theme of I Love Main Street will make for a lovely evening. The evening includes live music by Chameleon, a live and silent auction, the DMS Volunteer of the Year Award presentation, dinner by Basil Tree, and much more. Table Sponsorship is $250 and individual tickets are $30. A great way to support Main Street and have a wonderful night out!


SHOP TALK
The February Shop Talk on Tuesday, February 5 from 5 to 6ish. A great way to get tips and tricks and to share ideas with other small business owners. Shop Talk is at Books on First in downtown Dixon. Refreshments are served! The February topic will be Business Building Reminders for the New Year.


Other upcoming events ...
Second Saturdays continues its monthly Art Happenings Feb. 9
www.second-saturdays.com

Valentine's Day Music Celebration at Ginko Tree Cafe from 6-9 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person or $30 per couple. Call 677-9144 for details.
Check out Rosbrook Studio Artis Coop featuring live music every month and tons of other great community activities. Rosbrook is located above C&N Supply. Get the lastest news about their events https://www.facebook.com/RosbrookStudio

Sauk Valley Shop Small Saturday is Feb. 9. http://www.saukvalleyshopsmall.com/

Lee County Historical Society has a new website http://theleecountyhistoricalsociety.org/

25th Annual Phidian Art Club Literary Competition is now open with an entry deadline of March 1, 2013. Poetry, fiction and non-fiction categories with cash prize payouts. For details, call 625-2565.

Next Picture Show is planning their annual Art for Art's Sake fundraiser for March 2 at Sauk Valley Community College. Call 285-4924 for details.

The Annual Rock River Valley Shamrock Parade is set for March 16 at 3 p.m. in Downtown Dixon. Head over to the KofC Hall after the parade for the annual post-parade party.


Wednesday, January 2, 2013

2013 DMS Calendar being planned



Dixon Main Street has a full slate of activities planned for the coming year. Here is what 2013 currently is shaping up to look like!

January 8 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
January 16 -- Lunch and Learn , 12 p.m.
February 1 -- Tie-One-On Guest Bartending Night @ The Stables, 6-10 p.m.
February 7 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
February 16  -- I Love Main Street Gala at the Post House Ballroom/ Volunteer of the Year
March 6 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
March 21 -- Lunch and Learn @ Post House Ballroom, 12 p.m.
April 3 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
April 11  -- Founders Day @ Dixon Historic Center, 5-7:30 p.m.
April 27-28 -- Community-wide Garage Sales
May 1 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
May 15 -- Lunch and Learn @ Post House Ballroom, 12 p.m.
May 23 -- Golf Outing @ Timber Creek presented by Sauk Valley Bank
June 5 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
June 7 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
June 8 -- Beanblossom Concert Series -- Show 1
June 14 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
June 21 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
June 28 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
July 5 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
July 2 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
July 3 -7 - Petunia Festival (DMS volunteers)
July 6 --  Reagan Run 5k, 8 a.m.  (DMS Volunteers)
July 12 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
July 17 -- Lunch and Learn @ Post House Ballroom, 12 p.m.
July 19 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
July 26 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
August 2 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
August 6 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
August 6 - 11 -- Reagan Trail Days presented by Midland States Bank
August 19 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m presented by Community State Bank
August 16 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m presented by Community State Bank
August 23 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m presented by Community State Bank
August 30 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
September 3 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
September 6 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
September 13 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
September  18 -- Lunch and Learn @ Post House Ballroom, 12 p.m.
September 20 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
September 27 -- Musical Fridays @ Riverfront, 12 - 1p.m. presented by Community State Bank
September 28 -- Scarecrow Festival presented by Hicks Insurance, 10 - 2 p.m.
October 1 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
October 20 -- Ultimate Tailgate at Beanblossom, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
October 26 -- Monster Breakfast/Lion's Halloween Parade, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m
November 5 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
November 20 -- Lunch and Learn @ Post House Ballroom, 12 p.m.
December 3 -- Shop Talk @ Books on First, 5-6 p.m.
December 6 - Christmas Walk Presented by the Dixon Chamber of Commerce
December 7--  Christmas Walk Breakfast with Santa, Post House Ballroom/LCCOA