9/1-10/31
Fall Sweep Cleanup and Mayor’s Litter Challenge: This year’s event will not be a traditional gathering, but volunteers are invited to choose their own public location within Mansfield city limits, keeping in mind that safety is the primary concern. Do not enter private property without permission from the owner. 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. For details, visit https://www.mansfieldtexas.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=581.
9/7-11/30
Mainstage Classic Theatre Classes:
Classes meet on Tuesdays. Students will be introduced to basic theater terms, stage directions through activities, games and crafts. They will also be a part of the Angel Choir in this upcoming production of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. $300 for semester, $100 per month or $25 per class. Little Thespians, for K-2nd grade: 4:30-5:30 p.m.; Theatre Kids, for 3rd-5th grade: 5:45-6:45 p.m., Farr Best Theater, 109 N. Main St. http://mainstageclassictheatre.org/classes.
9/9-11/30
Mainstage Classic Theatre Classes:
Acting on Stage classes meet on Thursdays. A great opportunity to learn and review performance principles, more in-depth character development, audition skills, costuming and makeup through participation in the production of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. $300 for semester, $100 per month or $25 per class. 6th-8th grade: 6:00-7:00 p.m.; 9th-12th grade: 7:00-8:00 p.m., Farr Best Theater, 109 N. Main St. http://mainstageclassictheatre.org/classes.
9/10
13th Annual Golf Classic: Presented by the Dr. Michael A. Evans Sr. Scholarship Foundation. Mansfield National Golf Course, 3750 National Pkwy. Register at www.evansscholarship.org. Cash App: $evansscholarship.
9/11
Back to School Food Drive:
They will pass out food “blessing boxes” to any guest who wants to come while supplies last. There will be a special gift for all first responders while supplies last. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Walnut Creek Church, 200 Newt Patterson Rd. For details, contact Zoe Routon at [email protected].
Freedom Fest:
A fun, family-friendly event ending with a concert by Coffey Anderson. Come celebrate America and all her heroes! Free. Noon-9:00 p.m., Historic Downtown Mansfield at Main and Broad streets. For more information, visit https://fb.me/e/1nCF8kEmF.
9/11 Praise and Patriotic Concert:
Join us for an exciting and inspirational evening of live patriotic and praise music as we remember and honor our first responders and military on this 20th anniversary of Sept. 11. Following the concert, enjoy complimentary ice cream and fellowship. This free event will be indoors. 7:00-8:30 p.m., St. John Lutheran Church, 1218 E. Debbie Ln. Contact Linda Fife, church administrator, at (817) 473-4889 or visit http://stjohnmansfield.org.
9/16
Mansfield READS Kick-off:
Join us for a night of food, music and prizes! This year’s One City, One Book selection is News of the World by Paulette Jiles. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided by Reads! sponsor, Market Street. There will be live music, raffles and book sales. Registration opens that night for our Evening with the Author on Oct. 21 at Legacy High School. 6:00-7:30 p.m., Taphouse 16 inside Market Street, 3145 E. Broad St.
9/18
Wings-N-Wheels Fly-In/Drive-In:
Classic airplanes and fighters, car and motorcycle clubs, helicopter and airplane rides, children’s activities, food vendors and more! No parking or entrance fees. 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Mid-Way Regional Airport, 131 Airport Dr., Midlothian. For details, (972) 923-0080.
9/25
Texas History Trivia:
Mansfield READS Edition: This trivia event will be an informal, fun competition to find the most knowledgeable of library patrons. Join us and prove that your middle school Texas history class paid off! Registration required. 1:30-3:00 p.m., Mansfield Public Library Community Room. https://www.mansfieldtexas.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=3224&month=9&year=2021&day=12&calType=0.
9/27
Sales Boot Camp:
A comprehensive sales training event that transcends industries. Topics: Building a robust sales pipeline, market and client research, cold calling, presentation skills, selling value, work smarter – not harder, managing customer base and much more! $50 to register. 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Mansfield Area Chamber of Commerce, 114 N. Main St. Call Lori Williams at (817) 473-0507.