5/1
ADRL Dragpalooza:
Texas Motorplex, 7500 U.S. Hwy. 287, Ennis. For more information visit www.texasmotorplex.com.
5/1-5/31
Scarborough Renaissance Festival:
Held on Saturdays and Sundays, plus Memorial Day Monday. Adults $37; kids 5-15: $17. Discounts available online at SRFestival.com. 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., 2511 FM 66. (972) 938-3247, www.srfestival.com.
5/8
Waxahachie Farmers Market:
First day of the market, and it has changed locations! 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., 701 Howard Rd. For more information, call (469) 309-4111 or email [email protected].
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra:
Presented by the Waxahachie Symphony Association. This performance is to replaces the one originally scheduled for 2020. No tickets will be sold. All previously purchased tickets will be honored. 7:00 p.m., Hagee Center, 2000 Sycamore. www.waxahachiesymphony.org/concerts.
5/8 and 5/15
Virtual Lego Club:
Challenges will be issued at the beginning of the week and creations will be shared at the meetings. Free. 11:00 a.m. Book online at https://www.simslib.org/bookings-checkout/virtual-lego-club. For more information, contact Sims Library at (972) 937-2671 or [email protected].
5/28
Last day of school for Waxahachie ISD.
Mondays-Thursdays
Waxahachie Care Food Pantry:
We are taking precautions for food distribution. When you arrive, remain in your vehicle, and communicate with Donna in the parking lot about your needs. Please stay in your vehicle until your food is placed on the designated table. For assistance other than food, please fill out the online CARE application at https://www.waxahachiecare.org/. 1208 Ferris Avenue. For more information, call (972) 923-2273,
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Salvation Army Food Pantry:
We are operating a drive-through. Please have space cleared in your trunk or backseat. Available to all in need. No paperwork necessary. 9:00 a.m.-noon and 1:00-4:00 p.m., as supplies last.
Mondays-Fridays
Waxahachie Care Donation Drop-off:
Waxahachie Care has an immediate need for baby diapers, baby wipes, adult diapers, adult bed pads and boxed meals (such as Hamburger or Tuna Helper and Pasta Salad meals). Drop-off times are Monday-Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and Friday: 8:00 a.m.-noon. 1208 Ferris Avenue.
Virtual 1 on 1 Genealogy:
Appointment required. Free. 10:00 a.m.-noon. Email [email protected] or register at https://www.simslib.org/register.
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Salvation Army Emergency Financial Assistance (Utility Assistance):
Call (972) 937-7727 to see if you qualify and to make an appointment.
Wednesdays
Hora De Cuento — Bilingual Story Time:
Join us for a time of Spanish/English stories and songs. Ages 0-5. Free. 11:00 a.m., book at https://www.simslib.org/register.
Thursdays
Fine Art Adventure After School Class:
Children’s art class focusing on learning about well-known artists such as Matisse, Monet, Rousseau and Cézanne and creating artwork inspired by them using a variety of mediums and projects. All supplies are provided. Ages 6-12. $25 per class. 4:00-5:30 p.m., Art on the Square Gallery Classroom, 113 W. Franklin St. For more information, contact Barbara Woods at (972) 937-3414.
Fridays
Virtual Preschool Storytime:
Storytime for ages 3-5. Free. 10:00 a.m., book at https://www.simslib.org/register.
Saturdays
Red Maple Riders Cycling Group:
Local family-friendly cycling group that rides every weekend for beginners through advanced. Free. 213 Pecan Tree Rd. For more information visit their Facebook page: Red Maple Riders.