10/1-11/10
Scarecrow Festival:
Come see the scarecrows created by community members. Design winners will be announced by the Downtown Business Association Nov. 6. On display in Heritage Park, 234 N. 8th St. Learn more at www.midlothiantxdba.com/scarecrow-festival.
10/10
Rise Up In Prayer:
Featuring Midlothian’s Pastor Mac, musical artists and prayer warriors, this free Ellis County event encourages unity and healing between everyone regardless of race, faith or politics. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Lumpkins Stadium, 200 Indian Dr., Waxahachie. Learn more at ChristiansRiseUp.net.
10/16
Walk-a-thon:
Benefiting Ellis County Homeless Coalition, the event features area nonprofit booths, food trucks and live music, along with walking on nearby trails. 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Railyard Park, 455 S. College St., Waxahachie. Email [email protected] for details or call (469) 428-7320.
Mockingbird Nature Park Wildflower Walk:
A free, 1/2-mile walk, guided by a member of the Indian Trail Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists. Learn about the wildflowers, native plants and animal life of the park. Wear closed-toe shoes. 9:00-10:00 a.m., 1361 Onward Road.
10/17
The Signature Dish:
Event to end hunger benefiting Manna House featuring an auction, music and signature dishes from area chefs. 5:00-8:00 p.m., Blaine Stone Lodge, 5331 Weatherford Rd. For more information, call (972) 775-1800 or visit MannaHouseSignatureDish.com.
10/23
Texas Country Reporter Festival:
Enjoy arts, crafts and music from far and wide at the 25th annual festival with more than 250 booths and two food courts. Free. 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Courthouse Square, Waxahachie.
10/29
Downtown Trick or Treat:
Children may dress up and enjoy the generosity of downtown merchants. Free. 4:00-6:00 p.m., along North 8th Street.
Through 12/9
Ellis Christian Women’s Job Corps:
Classes are Tuesdays-Thursdays, covering computer skills, Bible study, boundaries, money management, communication, résumé writing, interviewing skills and more. 8:00 a.m.-noon, 3084 W. Hwy. 287 Bypass, Waxahachie. More information is available at http://elliscwjc.eba.life/ or by calling Lauri Henderson at (972) 937-6620. Fourth Mondays through November
Creative Quilters Guild of Ellis County:
Social time, business meeting, show and tell program. 6:30 p.m., Waxahachie Bible Church, 621 N. Grand Avenue, Waxahachie. Learn more at elliscountyquilters.com.
Wednesdays and Saturdays
StoryTots!:
Stories, songs, crafts and snacks for ages 2 through pre-kindergarten. Program duplicated and limited to 20 per session. Pre-registration required. Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m.; Saturdays: 11:00 a.m., A.H. Meadows Library, 923 S. 9th St., inside Midlothian High School. Register at www.midlothian.tx.us/504/A-H-Meadows-Library.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Jesus Feeds Us:
Food pantry to help working families, disabled, elderly and others in need. 3:30-5:30 p.m., Midlothian Church of Christ, 1627 N. Hwy. 67. For more information, call the office at (972) 775-3026.
Thursdays
Midway Composite Squadron of Civil Air Patrol/ US Air Force Auxiliary:
Cadets ages 12-18 and Senior Members 18-plus. 6:45-9:00 p.m., Mid-Way Regional Airport, 131 Airport Dr. Visit www.gocivilairpatrol.com.
Celebrate Recovery Meeting:
A Christ-centered recovery program designed to help those struggling with hurts, habits and hang-ups. 7:00-9:00 p.m., The Lighthouse Church, 1400 N. 9th St. For more information, email [email protected].